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In this sponsored episode, George Stein, Vice President of Digital at Montefiore Einstein, and Dr. Shivani Agarwal, Senior Director of Community Healthcare Improvement & Strategy at Montefiore Einstein, join the podcast to discuss innovative approaches to improving preventive cancer screening rates. They share how agentic AI outreach and digital solutions are helping patients navigate the screening process, reduce barriers to care, and connect more people with timely preventive services.
As AI-generated content floods the internet, shoppers are increasingly looking for something harder to fake: real human opinions.In this episode of Retail Remix, Kate Robertson speaks with Anna Haffner, Senior Director of Large Customer Sales at Reddit, about how the platform is becoming a powerful force in retail discovery and commerce. Anna explains why shoppers are turning to Reddit for trusted recommendations; how brands and retailers such as Walmart, Home Depot, Dove and MAC Cosmetics are showing up authentically in community conversations; and why Reddit's advertising products are evolving to complement the user experience.Key TakeawaysWhy Reddit has become a trusted discovery channel for shoppers researching products and brands How retailers can participate in Reddit communities without relying on overly polished or disruptive advertising What campaigns from brands like Walmart, MAC, Home Depot and Dove reveal about Reddit's retail marketing potential How Reddit's Shopify integration and dynamic product ads are reducing friction for retail advertisers Why human conversation may become even more valuable as AI reshapes product discovery and searchRelated LinksExplore Reddit's advertising tools for retail brandsGet more retail industry insights from Retail TouchPointsSubscribe and catch up on all episodes of Retail Remix
In this episode, Rachael Thrash — educator, author, and Senior Director at Big Bad Boo Studios — joins Mike Caldwell to challenge the gap between student voice and student ownership. With 25+ years in education, Rachel argues that GPA-gated student councils and empty surveys exclude the students who need to be heard most. Through real examples of students solving real school problems, she shows what happens when kids are given genuine agency. She also walks through her new book Let the Learners Lead, a practical toolkit for educators ready to co-create school culture with students — not just for them We're proud to be sponsored by IXL. IXL's comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more:Simplify and streamline technologySave teachers' timeReliably meet Tier 1 standardsImprove student performance on state assessments
Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them but can't reply). Email us: Will@faithfulpoliticspodcast.comWhat does religious freedom actually protect when people are afraid of someone else's faith? Maggie Siddiqi, Senior Advisor at Interfaith Alliance and former Director of the Center for Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships at the U.S. Department of Education, joins Faithful Politics for a conversation about Islam, pluralism, public schools, Christian nationalism, and the fear surrounding Sharia law.Maggie shares her own story of growing up Baptist, converting to Islam, and still holding deep respect for her Baptist roots. She also explains why religious freedom works best when it protects every community equally, including Christians, Muslims, Jews, and people of no faith. The conversation gets into antisemitism, Islamophobia, public school religious expression, the politics of anti-Christian bias claims, and why Sharia law is often used as a political scare tactic. At its core, this episode is about how fear of religious difference can weaken democracy, and how pluralism gives Americans a better way to live together. Relevant Links & ResourcesInterfaith AllianceURL: https://www.interfaithalliance.org/Guest BioMaggie Siddiqi is Senior Advisor at Interfaith Alliance, where her work focuses on religious freedom, interfaith solidarity, public policy, and standing against hate. She previously served as Director of the Center for Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships at the U.S. Department of Education, where she worked on religious freedom issues including antisemitism, Islamophobia, and church-state separation. She has also served as Senior Director of the Religion and Faith team at the Center for American Progress and is a Non-Resident Fellow on Muslim-Jewish Partnerships at MPAC. Her background in Christian-Muslim relations, public policy, and faith-based advocacy makes her a strong guide for this conversation about pluralism, democracy, Islamophobia, and religious freedom in American public life. Support the show
On The Power Vertical Podcast this week, host Brian Whitmore looks at this military revolution with former Ukrainian Defense Minister Andriy Zagorodniuk and Michael Carpenter, who served in the administration of former President Joe Biden as the NSC's Senior Director for Europe and U.S. Ambassador to the OSCE; and in the administration of Barack Obama, Mike served as Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Russia, Ukraine, and Eurasia.
In this powerful episode, Allyson sits down with Dr. Giulia Suro, a clinical psychologist and Senior Director of Research at Monte Nido, a national eating disorder treatment company. Giulia shares recent findings from one of the largest naturalistic eating disorder research datasets in the country and what the data reveals about the undeniable link between sexual trauma and eating disorders.What We CoverKey findings: ~50% of adults and ~40% of adolescents entering eating disorder treatment meet active criteria for PTSD at admissionWhy sexual trauma is the most common traumatic experience in this population (60% of adults; 85% of those with PTSD)How eating disorders function as trauma responses including avoidance, numbing, dissociation and protectionThe bidirectional relationship between trauma and eating disorder symptomsWhat is included under sexual violence and how technology has made sexual violence more rampantWhy simultaneous treatment of trauma and eating disorders is supported by the research and why waiting to process trauma until 'after' ED recovery is not always the best optionNavigating OCD, intrusive thoughts and trauma Key TakeawaysThe eating disorder is often doing the job of trauma avoidance- you can't separate them in treatmentSexual trauma doesn't require a firm "no" - powerlessness, inequity and vulnerability create the conditions for harm and perpetrationSelf-blame after trauma is often an attempt to create predictability and prevent future harmRecovery is a feminist process: naming the systems that failed you can fuel healingAs a provider, unless someone is actively suicidal with intent, plan and means, don't wait to start trauma workFor trauma survivors, the worst day is already over, which is both a strength and source of grief.Resources & LinksGiulia's website: www.giuliasuro.comGiulia's Instagram: @giuliasurrophdAllyson's Instagram: @bodyjustice.therapistAllyson's website: www.eatingdisorderocdtherapy.comDisclaimerThe content of this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health treatment or medical advice. Nothing discussed in this episode constitutes a therapeutic relationship between the hosts, guests, and listeners.
At Infosecurity Europe 2026 in London, Bill Peterson, Senior Director of Product Marketing at Sumo Logic, joins us to unpack a tension every regulated security team knows well. When an incident hits, the business has to keep running. At the same time, regulators expect sensitive data to stay in region. For a long time, those two demands have pulled in opposite directions. Sumo Logic has spent 15 years as a SaaS platform on AWS, processing roughly four exabytes of data a day for around 2,000 customers. The core promise is speed, driving mean time to resolve as low as possible. Peterson frames it in business terms, because the person signing the check wants to know the return, not the bits and bytes. The news from the show is Sumo Logic availability on the AWS European Sovereign Cloud. EU organizations can keep their data in region, handled by EU staff, while still running the full platform for incident response. That turns a painful either/or into a checklist a regulated buyer can complete. Genesys is the first customer live in the sovereign cloud, with payment processor OpenPay preparing to follow. How does this play out for highly regulated industries? Sumo Logic is focused on finance, healthcare, telco, and government, the verticals feeling the most pressure. The path Peterson describes is simple: let Sumo Logic handle incident management, let AWS move and grow the data in region, and check the sovereignty box without giving up operational readiness. Underneath sits a full-featured SIEM and Dojo AI, the agentic approach Sumo Logic launched earlier this year. The goal is not to replace analysts but to keep a human in the loop while handing proven, repetitive work to an agent. Fix one server, confirm the solution, then let an agent patch the other 599 under oversight. A SOC Analyst Agent reaches general availability at Black Hat later this year, alongside an MCP server. On observability, the differentiator is reading both structured and unstructured data without normalizing it first. A zip code is structured; a cryptic web hook error is not. Sumo Logic reads both, which feeds directly into faster time to identify and faster time to resolve. For any leader weighing sovereignty against uptime, Bill Peterson makes a clear case that they can finally live in the same plan. This is a Brand Spotlight. A Brand Spotlight is a ~15 minute conversation designed to explore the guest, their company, and what makes their approach unique. Learn more: https://www.studioc60.com/creation#spotlight GUEST Bill Peterson, Senior Director of Product Marketing, Sumo Logic LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/williampetersonjr/ RESOURCES Learn more about Sumo Logic: https://www.sumologic.com/ Sumo Logic on the AWS European Sovereign Cloud (announced at Infosecurity Europe 2026): https://www.sumologic.com/newsroom Infosecurity Europe 2026 event coverage: https://www.itspmagazine.com/infosecurity-europe-2026-infosec-london-cybersecurity-event-coverage Are you interested in telling your story? ▶︎ Full Length Brand Story: https://www.studioc60.com/content-creation#full ▶︎ Brand Spotlight Story: https://www.studioc60.com/content-creation#spotlight ▶︎ Brand Highlight Story: https://www.studioc60.com/content-creation#highlight ▶︎ Get your own Brand Briefing at an upcoming event: https://www.studioc60.com/buy-brand-briefings KEYWORDS Bill Peterson, Sumo Logic, Sean Martin, brand story, brand marketing, marketing podcast, brand spotlight, AWS European Sovereign Cloud, data sovereignty, incident response, mean time to resolve, SIEM, security operations, Dojo AI, agentic AI, SOC analyst agent, observability, log analytics, Infosecurity Europe 2026 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Sales sits on the frontier, and they cut all of our paychecks, which is not provocative, it is just math. That is the line Andrey Zevakhin uses to make a bigger point: enablement was never meant to be a small team pushing content and running training, it is a company-wide responsibility and a culture. In this episode of Content Amplified, Andrey, Senior Director of Sales Enablement at Zywave, explains how enablement works as a funnel that captures signals from sales and pulls in the right partners, why he refuses to be a Swiss Army knife that slices everything but does nothing well, and how he prioritizes by what directly impacts the top line (unique meetings, win rates, deal size, bookings) over vanity indicators like content usage and certification completion. He reframes content overload as a self-inflicted content strategy problem, and lays out the Legos model: one well-maintained 200-slide master library where the rep's job is to build a story, not pick a deck, and no two presentations should ever look the same. He closes with two shifts: enablement should own revenue culture, not training, and enablement is a company responsibility, not a team.About AndreyAndrey Zevakhin is a seasoned enablement leader with 20 years of experience across revenue enablement, learning and development, sales training, and technology evangelism at both global and nationwide software companies. He has built enablement functions from scratch and evolved existing ones, spanning onboarding, continuous learning, coaching, skills verification, and professional development for customer-facing revenue roles. He currently leads enablement at Zywave, an insurance technology provider serving insurance brokers and carriers. He describes enablement as his vocation, motivated by seeing the people he enables succeed in closing deals and driving revenue.Show Notes- Connect with Andrey on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreyzevakhin/Text us what you think about this episode!
As America gears up for its 250th birthday, Donald Trump has ensured that the celebration will be very memorable. That's because he has allowed a huge UFC-style fighting cage, nicknamed ‘The Claw', to be built on the lawn of the White House, with a fight happening this Sunday to celebrate his 80th birthday.Joining Ciara to tell more is Terry Sheridan, the Senior Director of News at WSHU Public Radio.Image: Reuters
Send us Fan MailThe unsexy blocking and tacking that creates more win-win cybersecurity scenarios.It struck me in putting this episode together that working in industrial cybersecurity is kind of like playing special teams in football. Regardless of how many times you do something right, all it takes is that one blocked kick, long return, or missed field goal to get you noticed in the wrong way. All the instances of flawless defense and precise execution is negated with one, single lapse that brings the whole operation down. I'd invite you to watch/listen as Richard Springer, Senior Director of Marketing for OT Solutions at Fortinet offers some insight on how we can build on those wins by:Embracing the "when", not "if" dynamic of being attacked.Not losing sight of the basics, despite all the challenges and potential tools and technological solutions.Continuing to build awareness of OT security challenges and priorities.Bringing IT and OT together with the shared mission of "keeping the lights on."Implementing Continuous Improvement strategies used in operations for security.Using AI to help establish priorities and assist with patching vulnerabilities.Learning from other sectors on how to identify, react and recover from attacks.The report Richard mentions can be found here.As a go-to podcast for our listeners, we want to help you align your brand with our expertise. By sponsoring our podcast, your brand will build trust, and your message will stand out to an audience searching for tools to assist their cybersecurity efforts. Click Here to Become a Sponsor.To catch up on past episodes, you can go to Manufacturing.net, IEN.com or MBTmag.com. You can also check Security Breach out wherever you get your podcasts, including Apple, Amazon and Overcast. If you have a cybersecurity story or topic that you'd like to have us explore on Security Breach, you can reach me at jeff@ien.com.
Today we're diving into the world of corticosteroids and hormonal therapies — essential APIs that treat everything from asthma and autoimmune diseases to diabetes and endocrine disorders. These molecules may be decades old, but their manufacturing remains highly complex and critical to patients worldwide.Our guest is Olivier Roux, a Senior Director at Curia. He shares how Curia partners with both startups and big pharma to simplify steroid API challenges, solve supply issues, and prepare for next-generation innovations. If you want to understand what it really takes to bring these life-changing therapies to patients, stay tuned — this conversation is packed with insights you won't want to miss.01:39 Meet Olivier Roux02:20 What corticosteroids and hormonal therapies are04:40 Evolution of steroidal hormonal therapies05:50 Common uses of corticosteroids today07:40 Key drivers of market growth10:06 Curia's agile outsourcing solutions for steroids16:05 Importance of particle size control for steroids17:18 Aseptic processing and high potency handlingThis episode was produced with the support of Curia. Interested in being a sponsor of an episode of our podcast? Discover how you can get involved here! Stay updated by subscribing to our newsletterTo dive deeper into the topic: Eight rare autoimmune diseases biotechs are fighting to treatA clearer path to relief: sinusitis treatments on the wayAsthma study suggests lung scarring may be reversible
Sylvain Charlebois, ‘The Food Professor’, Senior Director at Agri-Food Analytics Lab, and Professor of Faculties of Management and Agriculture at Dalhousie University spoke with Sue Smith, in for Aaron Rand
Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Rod Griffin. Senior Director of Public Education and Advocacy at Experian.
Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Rod Griffin. Senior Director of Public Education and Advocacy at Experian.
As enterprises expand across multiple cloud environments, on-premise data centers, and dynamic AI workloads, traditional perimeter defenses and siloed cloud-native tools are no longer enough to secure the modern network. In this episode, Ashish sits down with Murali Rathinasamy, Senior Director of Product at Cisco, to break down the next evolution of network security: the Hybrid Mesh Firewall. Murali explains why relying solely on cloud-native firewalls can create visibility gaps, and how unified policy orchestration allows security teams to manage enforcement points seamlessly. He shares a real-world case study of how Multicloud Defense is used to eliminate manual route table configurations and achieve zero-downtime, blue-green upgrades. The conversation also tackles micro-segmentation. Murali breaks down why segmentation initiatives usually stall in "analysis paralysis" and provides a practical, agentless roadmap to reduce your attack surface "one bite at a time". Guest Socials - Murali's LinkedinPodcast Twitter - @CloudSecPod If you want to watch videos of this LIVE STREAMED episode and past episodes - Check out our other Cloud Security Social Channels:-Cloud Security Podcast- Youtube- Cloud Security Newsletter If you are interested in AI Security, you can check out our sister podcast - AI Security PodcastQuestions(00:00) Introduction(01:40) Murali Rathinasamy's Background and Role at Cisco(02:30) What is a Hybrid Mesh Firewall?(04:30) Bridging the Skills Gap: NetSec vs. CNAPP/CSPM(06:45) Case Study: Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI)(09:40) The Limits of Cloud-Native Firewalls in a Multicloud World(13:30) Securing AI Workloads and Managing the Agent Blast Radius(15:40) Why You Need Unified Policy Orchestration Across Firewall Vendors(17:40) Why Micro-segmentation Fails: Overcoming Analysis Paralysis(24:45) How to Implement Micro-segmentation "One Bite at a Time"(31:30) Detecting and Blocking Prompt Injections with Cisco AI Defense(33:30) Where Does the Hybrid Mesh Firewall Fit in the Tech Stack?
In this episode, Maddy Roche sits down with Sherrill Wayland, Senior Director of Special Initiatives and Partnerships at SAGE, the country's largest and oldest organization dedicated to improving the lives of LGBTQ+ older adults. Sherrill brings over two decades of advocacy experience, a deeply personal connection to the community she serves, and a clear-eyed understanding of what it means to age as an LGBTQ+ adult in a world that was not always built to support you -- particularly when you are doing it without children.In This Episode, You'll Learn:Why LGBTQ+ older adults face a unique set of aging challenges rooted in a lifetime of discrimination, family estrangement, and a legal system that was not designed with their relationships in mind -- and what SAGE is doing at the national level to change thatWhat the Long-Term Care Equality Index is, how it helps LGBTQ+ older adults identify affirming housing and care communities, and what specific questions to ask when evaluating whether a provider is truly equipped to serve your communityHow SAGE Care's cultural competency training is equipping senior centers, assisted living facilities, and area agencies on aging across the country to serve LGBTQ+ older adults with dignity and respectWhat Sherrill's sabbatical to Antarctica with her mother taught her about the freedom that comes with being Childfree by choice, and why building a life on your own terms sometimes means spending it exactly the way you wantEpisode Guest:Sherrill Wayland (she/they) is the Senior Director of Special Initiatives and Partnerships at SAGE, the country's largest and oldest organization dedicated to improving the lives of LGBTQ+ older adults. With a career rooted in advocacy for marginalized communities, Sherrill oversees the National Resource Center on LGBTQ+ Aging, SAGE Care, SAGE Collab, and SAGE U, and has spent over two decades working to ensure LGBTQ+ elders have access to affirming, dignified care and community.Learn more about SAGE on their website: https://www.sageusa.org/And follow along on social media: https://www.instagram.com/sageusa https://www.facebook.com/SAGEUSA Episode Host:Maddy Roche (she/her) is Chief Growth Officer at Childfree Trust®. She understands the challenges of being Childfree as it relates to estate planning and is passionate about educating her community about ways to prepare.About Childfree Insights:Childfree Insights is the trusted education hub for people who are Childfree or permanently Childless. It provides guidance on finances, estate planning, relationships, and life decisions for adults without children. Home of Childfree Wealth® and Childfree Trust®, supporting long-term planning for people living without kids.Connect with Us:Ready to work on building better financial habits? Connect with our financial planning team at childfreewealth.com or learn more about estate planning at childfreetrust.com.Follow Childfree Life by Design on your favorite podcast platform and join the conversation on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/childfreeinsightsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChildfreeInsights/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/childfreeinsightsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ChildfreeInsightsDisclaimer: This podcast is for educational & entertainment purposes. Please consult your advisor before implementing any ideas heard on this podcast.
Produce Buzzers - A Podcast for Lovers of Fresh Fruits and Veggies
This week, we're diving into the world of premium, refrigerated salad dressings with a brand that's been elevating salads for decades—Marie's Salad Dressings. Unlike shelf-stable dressings, Marie's has built its reputation on fresh, high-quality ingredients and rich, restaurant-style flavor that turns everyday greens into something special.And joining us today is Laura Radigan, Senior Director of Marketing for Marie's, who's here to give us a behind-the-scenes look at what makes Marie's stand out, how consumer tastes are evolving, and why dressing might just be the most important decision you make when building a salad.So whether you're a ranch loyalist, a blue cheese believer, or someone looking to upgrade your salad game, this episode is for you.
This week on The Food Professor Podcast, co-hosts Michael LeBlanc and Dr. Sylvain Charlebois welcome two special guests for a wide-ranging, no-holds-barred interview: Axel Schwan, President of Tim Hortons Canada & U.S., and Duncan Fulton, Chief Corporate Officer of Restaurant Brands International (RBI). With Dunkin' Donuts announcing its return to Canada and Canadians passionately debating the future of their most iconic coffee brand, Axel and Duncan showed up ready to answer the tough questions. In a candid 40-minute conversation, Schwan and Fulton open up about Tim Hortons' "Back to Basics" strategy — the largest consumer research project in the company's history — and the quality overhaul that followed: freshly cracked eggs replacing frozen patties in breakfast sandwiches, 40% more apple in the apple fritter, more Venetian cream in the Boston cream, and the removal of artificial colours, flavours and preservatives across the menu. They share how Tim Hortons serves four million guests a day across 4,000 restaurants owned by 1,500 Canadian franchisees, why traffic is the one metric Axel watches daily, and how the brand is winning younger consumers with its Quenchers platform — including the imminent launch of Popping Quenchers — plus celebrity partnerships with Justin Bieber and Ryan Reynolds. The duo also tackles the controversy head-on: Is the wave of announcements — 400 restaurant renovations, 80 new builds, a national hiring campaign — a reaction to Dunkin's arrival? Fulton sets the record straight on the temporary foreign worker debate, noting roughly 4,000 of 110,000 restaurant team members are part of the program, and explains how AI is being deployed to improve the team member experience, from labour scheduling to order accuracy. A rapid-fire round covers everything from the biggest public misconception about Tim Hortons to the products Canadians want back, while Michael shares his own fun factoid: he helped invent Roll Up the Rim during his Dixie Cup days. But first, we start with the food and agriculture news of the week. Sobeys gets served as the Competition Bureau flexes its new Competition Act powers to investigate property controls in Canadian grocery. We break down Ottawa's newly published AI strategy and what it means for agriculture and food, where Canada's persistent data deficit threatens to undermine even the best intentions. Then, the screwworm fly resurfaces in Texas, prompting the Canadian Food Inspection Agency to take targeted action — and sending cattle futures and already-high beef prices climbing. Sylvain also reports from Delaware, where he keynoted a healthcare conference on food as medicine and discovered a surprising threat to American farmland: hundreds of AI data centres being built on fertile soil. About UsDr. Sylvain Charlebois is a Visiting Professor in Food Policy and Distribution at McGill University and a Professor in Food Distribution and Policy in the Faculty of Management at Dalhousie University in Halifax. He is also the Senior Director of the Agri-food Analytics Lab, also located at Dalhousie University.Known as “The Food Professor”, his current research interest lies in the broad area of food distribution, security and safety. He is one of the world's most cited scholars in food supply chain management, food value chains and traceability with over 775 published peer-reviewed journal articles. Dr. Charlebois is also an editor for the prestigious Trends in Food Science Technology journal. He co-hosts The Food Professor podcast, discussing issues in the food, foodservice, grocery and restaurant industries and which is the most listened Canadian management podcast in Canada. Every year since 2012, he has published the now highly anticipated Canadian Food Price Report, which provides an overview of food price trends for the coming year. Furthermore, his research has been featured in several newspapers and media groups, nationally as well as internationally. He has testified on several occasions before parliamentary committees on food policy-related issues as an expert witness. He has been asked to act as an advisor on food and agricultural policies in many Canadian provinces and other countries.With extensive experience collaborating with businesses, governments, and NGOs, Dr. Charlebois combines academic rigor with practical expertise, making him one of the most influential voices in the global agri-food landscape. His work continues to advance the understanding of food systems, fostering innovation and resilience in a rapidly evolving industry. In 2025, he received the prestigious Charles III medal recognizing his tremendous work in informing Canadians about food issues. Michael LeBlanc is a senior retail advisor, keynote speaker and media entrepreneur. Michael has delivered keynotes, hosted fire-side discussions hosted senior retail executive on-stage in 1:1 interviews worldwide. Michael produces and hosts a network of leading retail trade podcasts, including The Remarkable Retail Podcast, The Voice of Retail, The Food Professor, The FEED powered by Loblaw and the Global eCommerce Leaders podcast. He has been recognized by the National Retail Federation (NRF) as a global Top Retail Voice for 2025 and 2025, and continues to be a ReThink Retail Top Retail Expert for the fifth year in a row.
Josh Gillick, Senior Director of Creative Marketing at Cisco (WebEx), didn't take a straight line to get where he is—and that's exactly what makes his perspective so valuable. After building his career across freelance and contract work in design, video, storytelling, and brand, Josh eventually stepped into creative leadership roles at companies like WebEx and Cisco. Today, his team owns the creative vision for major productions including Cisco Live and WebEx One, an event his team runs end-to-end. In this episode, host Pius Chan talks with Josh about what it actually looks like to lead a creative team inside a large enterprise—the people challenges, the stakeholder battles, the AI questions everyone is asking, and the hard-won lessons from years of doing it at scale. What You'll Hear: Why being a generalist can stall your career—and the mindset shift required to go from doing everything yourself to leading a team that does it better than youHow Josh hires for creative excellence: why he looks at portfolios before resumes and asks every candidate the same critical questionWhy not everyone should move into management—and why the best companies build paths for senior individual contributors who want to keep creatingThe one thing creative teams owe their internal stakeholders, forever: education, without ego, and without expecting it to ever be "done"A proven framework for presenting creative work to difficult executives—how to get them to stop interrupting and start listeningHow Josh is approaching AI at an enterprise scale: the evaluation framework his team uses, why accuracy and legal compliance come first, and why he's treating right now as a re-education phase rather than a revolution This podcast is brought to you by Lumen5, a video creator made by marketers, for marketers. Easily make videos for content marketing, thought leadership, and brand awareness in a snap. Use code SUPERCHARGE for 20% off your first 3 months at lumen5.com.
This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. Since 1963, Ballet West has been an important part of Utah's arts community, bringing world-class performances, timeless productions and opportunities for dancers and audiences to connect through ballet. Senior Director of External Affairs, Erika Stone, joins us with more. Erika Stone: At Ballet West, we believe the arts do more than entertain — they inspire creativity, bring people together and strengthen communities. As one of the nation's leading ballet companies, we've seen firsthand how live performance can create lasting connections and meaningful experiences for people of all ages. Productions like Willam Christensen's The Nutcracker, America's first and longest-running version of the ballet, continue to draw audiences from across the region each year, supporting downtown businesses and welcoming thousands of patrons through our doors. Beyond performances, Ballet West reaches communities across Utah through school programs, scholarship opportunities and access initiatives for underserved families. For many children, it's their first experience seeing live performance, opening the door to creativity, curiosity and confidence. By investing in the arts, Ballet West is helping create a more connected, vibrant future for Utah — one that supports culture, community and economic growth for generations to come. Derek Miller: By bringing people together through the arts, Ballet West helps make Utah a more creative, connected and culturally vibrant place to live. To learn more about performances and programs, visit BalletWest.org. I'm Derek Miller, with the Salt Lake Chamber, Speaking on Business. Originally aired: 6/11/26
In this week's Omni Talk Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Ocampo Capital, Quorso, and Veloq, Chris Walton and special guest Chap Achen, Senior Director, Analyst for Digital Commerce and Supply Chain at Gartner, discussed: • Walmart partnering with Subway to deliver made-to-order restaurant meals alongside groceries and household essentials through its Express Delivery service, and why Chris sees it as another example of Walmart executing a cohesive long-term growth strategy built around convenience, loyalty, and retail media expansion: https://www.wsj.com/business/retail/now-you-can-get-a-subway-sandwich-with-your-walmart-delivery-5a003b24 • Amazon expanding Fresh Same-Day Delivery in London, allowing customers to add groceries to the same basket as millions of other products, and whether this signals the future of grocery retail as Amazon continues playing the long game in global commerce: https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/retail/amazon-grocery-same-day-delivery-uk • New York passing legislation aimed at limiting so-called surveillance pricing, and whether regulating AI-driven personalized pricing strikes the right balance between consumer protection and innovation: https://chainstoreage.com/news-briefs/2026-06-05?article=new-york-legislators-pass-bill-curb-personalized-pricing • Amazon rolling out new AI-powered visual search capabilities, including real-time image generation, curated style collages, and visual suggestions, and whether these tools could strengthen Amazon's position as the product search super app: https://chainstoreage.com/news-briefs/2026-06-03?article=amazon-expands-visual-search-capabilities-shopping-app • A startup called The Mall launching an invite-only shopping app designed to aggregate products from more than 10,000 brands into one personalized feed, and whether it represents the future of discovery or another well-intentioned idea destined to be overtaken by larger platforms: https://techcrunch.com/2026/06/01/a-new-app-the-mall-is-building-a-universal-feed-for-online-shopping/?utm_source=Sailthru&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Issue:%202026-06-04%20Retail%20Dive:%20Tech%20%5Bissue:85662%5D&utm_term=Retail%20Dive:%20Tech And Duvo CEO Tomáš Čupr also stopped by for 5 Insightful Minutes to discuss why retailers need to stop waiting for perfect data, focus on solving their messiest problems first, and rethink how they approach AI implementation across their organizations. There's all that, plus Barcelona architecture, Vienna bucket lists, Vikings quarterback predictions, European retail favorites, Fashionology Summit takeaways, and why Gen Z may be more comfortable shopping through image-first and intent-driven experiences than retailers realize. P.S. Be sure to check out all our other podcasts from the past week here, too: https://omnitalk.blog/category/podcast/ P.P.S. Also be sure to check out our podcast rankings on Feedspot: https://podcasts.feedspot.com/retail_podcasts/ Music by hooksounds.com
For the more than 7.5 million students in the United States who receive special education services, access to a quality education is not just an aspiration—it is a legal right. Yet despite federal protections through the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), which guarantees students a Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE), significant disparities in access, quality, and outcomes continue to exist across the country. Today, approximately 15% of all public school students—more than one in every seven children—receive special education services, making this one of the most important issues facing public education today. In this episode of Let's Have This Conversation, I sit down with Mitch Elatkin, Senior Director of Specialized Services for ReGeneration Schools, a nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring every child has access to a high-quality, college-preparatory education. ReGeneration Schools currently serves students through a network of schools in Chicago and Cincinnati, with a mission of developing values-driven leaders while preparing young people to lead free and fulfilling lives. Mitch oversees special education, Section 504 services, and related supports across multiple schools. Drawing on nearly two decades of experience in special education leadership—including roles with KIPP Public Schools and the Noble Network of Charter Schools—he brings a unique perspective on what schools are doing well, where they are falling short, and what meaningful improvements are needed to better serve students with disabilities. During our conversation, Mitch discusses the realities facing educators, students, and families navigating special education today. We explore the importance of inclusive learning environments, the role of co-teaching models, how administrators' mindsets impact student outcomes, and why creating systems that focus on both academic achievement and student belonging is critical for long-term success. We also examine the persistent challenges facing special education nationwide. Research shows that access to services and educational quality can vary significantly based on factors such as geography, socioeconomic status, race, and disability category. These inequities often create barriers that prevent students from receiving the support they need to thrive. Whether you're an educator, school leader, parent, advocate, or policymaker, this conversation offers valuable insights into how schools can move beyond compliance and toward truly inclusive educational practices that empower every student. If we believe every child deserves the opportunity to succeed, then conversations like this are essential. Mitch Elatkin shares a thoughtful and practical vision for creating schools where all students—not just some—have the support they need to reach their full potential. For more information: https://regenerationschools.org/ LinkedIn: @Mitch Elatkin, Ed.D. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Day Break | Fraud, Firestorms, and Foreign Strikes --- 00:00 - Monologue 19:02 – Jamie Kennedy, actor and comedian. Kennedy discusses a Biden-era air conditioning regulation that remains in effect under the Trump administration, examining the costs, regulatory impacts, and broader debate over federal energy and appliance standards. 28:04 – Dr. Kelly Victory, Chief of Disaster & Emergency Medicine at The Wellness Company. Victory discusses growing public interest in ivermectin and mebendazole as potential cancer treatments, recent discussions surrounding off-label drug research, and debates over the medical establishment's approach to alternative cancer therapies. She also addresses concerns raised by some researchers regarding possible long-term health effects associated with COVID-era vaccines and the need for continued scientific investigation into aggressive forms of cancer. 38:16 - Monologue Featuring Ivey Gruber 47:15 – Chris Martz, Meteorologist and Science Policy Analyst for the Committee for a Constructive Tomorrow (CFACT). Martz reviews what he considers some of the most misleading climate-related media narratives of the past month, discussing climate science, weather reporting, and public perception of environmental issues. 57:32 – Teresa Morgenstern, former Senior Communications Advisor at the White House and former Pentagon Deputy Press Secretary. Morgenstern discusses Bill Pulte's nomination, national security priorities, and ongoing developments involving Iran and U.S. foreign policy in the Middle East. 1:16:44 - Monologue 1:25:43 – Ron Rademacher, travel writer, author, storyteller, and Michigan travel expert. Rademacher highlights upcoming events and attractions taking place across Michigan, offering listeners ideas for weekend travel, festivals, and local destinations throughout the state. 1:35:57 – Beth DeShone, Senior Director of Strategic Operations for the Michigan Forward Network. DeShone discusses efforts by House Republicans to address Michigan's literacy challenges, examining education policy proposals aimed at improving reading proficiency and student outcomes across the state. 1:44:52 – Ivey Gruber, President of the Michigan Talk Network. Gruber discusses concerns about fraud and government waste at both the state and federal levels, arguing that taxpayers deserve greater accountability and oversight. The conversation focuses on the financial impact of fraud on public programs and ongoing efforts to reduce misuse of taxpayer dollars. --- Check out our brand new podcast, 'Forgotten America'... Episode 18 is live NOW at Steve Gruber on YouTube! Link below: https://youtu.be/nS_iwvO5SgY
On this special episode of Let's Chat Dairy, Alyssa Badger welcomes Jessi Webb, Senior Director of Strategic Sourcing at Casey's General Stores. Jessi will join the Retail & Restaurant Outlook Panel at HighGround Dairy's Fifth Annual Global Dairy Outlook Conference in Chicago next week. Registration for HighGround's Global Dairy Outlook Conference is almost sold out – register now to secure your spot! Click here for more details, including the agenda, expert speakers, and more. Listen on our website: highgrounddairy.com/podcastsFollow us on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/highground-dairyFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/highgrounddairyStart your 30 Day Free Trial of HighGround Dairy's Market Intelligence here: highgrounddairy.com/free-trialFind our contact information, social media profiles, recent reports, and more here: linktr.ee/highgrounddairyThis episode was produced and edited by HighGround Dairy's Becca Kelm.
Private cloud has become a priority topic as forces of change, from AI to geopolitics, reshape where critical data and workloads reside. With AI becomes more deeply embedded in core operations, enterprises are seeking a public cloud experience in private setting, with greater control over data, security, cost, and compliance. This episode explores how private cloud can enable enterprise AI, resilience, and long-term competitiveness. Featured experts KC Funk, Senior Director of Global Specialty Sales, Global Alliances, Dell Technologies Noel Bravo, Vice President of Cloud Practice, Kyndryl
Finish Big - The Podcast with Mark Dorman from Legacy Business Advisors.
In this episode of the Finish Big Podcast, Mark Dorman is joined by Cal B. Parker and Kevin Saad from BizEquity — the world's largest online business valuation platform. The conversation explores how BizEquity has transformed business valuation from an expensive, time-consuming process into a fast, accessible planning tool for advisors and business owners. Cal and Kevin discuss the importance of proactive planning, understanding business value long before an exit, and how modern technology is reshaping the succession and exit planning industry. They also dive into the newest BizEquity platform enhancements, including AI-powered tax return extraction, KPI benchmarking, value growth strategies, and tools that help advisors guide business owners towards stronger financial futures. This episode is packed with insights for entrepreneurs, financial advisors, exit planners, and anyone interested in building, protecting, and maximising business value. Mark and Cal B. Parker and Kevin Saad: The founding story and mission behind BizEquity Why most business owners still don't know their company's true value The difference between certified valuations and planning valuations How AI and technology are simplifying valuation processes The role of advisors in proactive business planning Understanding value drivers and business performance metrics Owner dependency and customer concentration risks KPI benchmarking and growth planning strategies Preparing businesses years before an eventual exit The future of business valuation and succession planning Connect with Mark Dorman: Succession Plus US LinkedIn: Mark Dorman LinkedIn: Succession Plus Facebook: Succession Plus (330)-416-9271 mdorman@succession.plus About the Guests: Cal Parker Cal Parker has spent nearly a decade at BizEquity helping shape the company's growth across multiple areas of the business. He works closely with firms developing business owner planning strategies and helping advisors better serve entrepreneurs and privately held businesses. Kevin Saad Kevin Saad is the Senior Director of Customer Success at BizEquity, where he leads initiatives focused on helping financial professionals leverage business valuation as a planning and growth tool. He specialises in advisor engagement, business owner strategy, and valuation-driven planning conversations.
We talk to Kelly Perkins, Senior Director of Marketing for Sound Control Technologies about what they will have in store for booth C5125 in the Central Hall. We also discuss their work with USB-C for solutions and integration across different devices.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Policy Seminar | IFPRI Policy Seminar Engines of Growth in Fragile Contexts: Launching the IFPRI–UNU-WIDER research partnership Organized by IFPRI and United Nations University World Institute for Development Economics Research (UNU-WIDER) June 10, 2026 Fragile and conflict-affected settings account for a growing share of global poverty. Roughly 2 billion people live in these areas, accounting for 25% of the world's population but 72% of the world's extreme poor. At the national level, many fragile economies struggle to sustain growth, create jobs, and recover from repeated shocks. Yet even amid conflict, climate stress, and political instability, some communities continue to adapt, work, trade, and invest. For these “islands of resilience,” local livelihoods, skills, trust, and collective action support local economic activity that connects to broader growth trajectories. Understanding these dynamics can help identify how strategic support can strengthen resilience, recovery, and livelihoods in at-risk economies. Join us for this event marking the launch of the IFPRI–UNU-WIDER research partnership, which will work with local partners to generate evidence on the engines of growth that sustain economic activity amid fragility. This seminar will bring together researchers, donors, policy stakeholders, and implementation partners to discuss why some local economies remain resilient under stress, what evidence is needed to guide investment and programming, and how policy can support locally grounded pathways to economic recovery. This event was supported by the CGIAR Food Frontiers and Security Program. We gratefully acknowledge the financial support provided by CGIAR funders through the CGIAR Trust Fund. For more information visit: https://www.cgiar.org/cgiar-research-porfolio-2025-2030/food-frontiers-and-security/. Welcome Remarks Daniel Gilligan, Director, Poverty, Gender, and Inclusion (PGI), IFPRI Patricia Justino, Director, UNU-WIDER Presentations from IFPRI and UNU-WIDER Katrina Kosec, Senior Research Fellow, IFPRI Patricia Justino, Director, UNU-WIDER Panel Discussion: Unlocking Local Economies for Resilient Recovery Maya Ragab, Head of Programmes, Cairo International Centre for Conflict Resolution, Peacekeeping, and Peacebuilding (CCCPA) Elizabeth Radin, Senior Director of Research, International Rescue Committee (IRC) Luis Felipe López-Calva, Global Director, Prosperity Vertical, World Bank Group Closing Remarks Daniel Gilligan, Director, Poverty, Gender, and Inclusion (PGI), IFPRI Moderator Kibrom Abay, Senior Research Fellow, IFPRI More about this Event: https://www.ifpri.org/event/engines-of-growth-in-fragile-contexts-launching-an-ifpri-unu-wider-research-partnership/ Subscribe IFPRI Insights newsletter and event announcements at www.ifpri.org/content/newsletter-subscription
In the final weeks of the 2025-2026 term, the Supreme Court will issue over two dozen decisions in key cases. Before this final stretch, we return to ACS's Supreme Court Preview event to refresh our collective memories on those cases still outstanding and as an opportunity to reflect on what the term has yielded thus far.Join the Progressive Legal Movement Today: ACSLaw.orgHost: Valerie Nannery, Senior Director of Policy and ProgramGuest: Mark Joseph Stern, Senior Writer, Slate MagazineGuest: Carlos A. Ball, Distinguished Professor of Law and Judge Frederick Lacey Scholar, Rutgers Law SchoolGuest: Alexis Hoag-Fordjour, David Dinkins '56 Professor of Law and Co-Director of the Center for Criminal Justice, Brooklyn Law SchoolGuest: Pamela S. Karlan, Kenneth and Harle Montgomery Professor of Public Interest Law and Co-Director of the Supreme Court Litigation Clinic, Stanford Law SchoolGuest: Shoba Sivaprasad Wadhia, Samuel Weiss Faculty Scholar, Director of the Center for Immigrants' Rights Clinic, and Clinical Professor of Law, Penn State Dickinson LawLink: ACS National Supreme Court Preview 2025-2026Link: Supreme Court Term in Review, Georgetown Law on July 1Visit the Podcast Website: Broken Law PodcastEmail the Show: Podcast@ACSLaw.orgFollow ACS on Social Media: Facebook | Instagram | Bluesky | LinkedIn | YouTube-----------------Broken Law: About the law, who it serves, and who it doesn't.-----------------Production House: Flint Stone MediaCopyright of American Constitution Society 2025.
Immunization Information Systems, or IISs, quietly power much of the nation's vaccination infrastructure helping clinicians track patient immunizations, supporting outbreak response, and guiding public health decision-making. But policies governing these systems vary widely across states, shaping how complete and effective the data can be. ASTHO's Senior Director of State Health Policy, Andy Baker-White, tells why IISs are essential to modern public health, how opt-in versus opt-out policies affect vaccine data completeness, and what lawmakers, providers, and the public should understand as policy debates continue. Immunization Information Systems: Policy Trends and Opportunities | ASTHOBridging Systems: How Guam is Improving Infectious Disease Response Through Collaboration | ASTHOPrepared Together: Public Health Collaboration in Response to a Botulism Outbreak
In this episode of Fraudology, Karisse Hendrick provides a comprehensive debrief following her long-awaited conversation with Kathy Stokes, the Senior Director of Fraud Prevention for AARP. Kathy shares her highlights and lowlights from leading the Fraud Watch Network, cutting through the general consumer education hype to provide practical insights for fraud and payments professionals.The conversation explores the evolving mechanics of fraud victimization in commerce, detailing how organizations like AARP are now identifying systemic vulnerabilities by monitoring "invisible" behaviors, such as how society naturally blames the victims of these crimes. Kathy provides an inside look at why the industry must move away from simply playing "whack-a-mole" at the point of transaction, moving toward shared intelligence to avoid the massive financial and emotional liabilities of sophisticated networks.We also explore the "hot topics" dominating the fraud landscape today:The Private-Public Intelligence Threshold: How the National Elder Fraud Coordination Center (NEFCC/NEFSI) is bringing enterprise giants like Amazon, Google, and Walmart together with law enforcement to drastically turn isolated smaller incidents into massive, prosecutable organized crime cases.The Complexity of Systemic Collaboration: Real-world examples of how major financial institutions are shifting their legal stances from hiding data due to perceived risk, to realizing that there is a far greater risk if they do not share fraud data across networks.The Human Element vs. The Script: Why senior fraud leadership and empathetic human support systems cannot be replaced by generic checklists, as the critical domain expertise and emotional recovery required to turn victims into survivors is found only through dedicated peer communities.Additionally, Kathy dives into the latest AARP initiatives, revealing the staggering reality of a $200 billion a year crime loss that impacts countless demographics across the United States. We break down the production behind AARP's Fraud Wars YouTube series, a historic project designed to humanize the impact of fraud and challenge the long-standing apathy within enterprise spaces. Finally, we examine how an organization's willingness to block scams depends almost entirely on shifting corporate mindsets away from accepting multi-million dollar losses as just an "acceptable level of risk."
Have you ever wondered what really happens behind the scenes during a nursing strike? In this episode of Nursing Uncharted, we kick off a special mini-series with Zach C., Senior Director of Fulfillment for AMN Healthcare's strike division. Zach gives us real-life details of strike nursing assignments, from the rapid-fire logistics and our concierge-level support to the incredible camaraderie built on the floor. Whether you are curious about the true reasons behind strikes or how our cutting-edge technology, AMN Passport, puts control in your hands for these high-paying roles, this episode helps you see the bigger picture of patient care. Key Topics Discussed: The Strike Experience: What a strike assignment actually entails and how AMN provides comprehensive, concierge-level support. Empowerment Through Innovation: How the AMN Passport app automates the onboarding process to get you to the front of the line quickly. Understanding the "Why": A compassionate look at why strikes happen, focusing on patient ratios and safety rather than just pay, and why we need strike and replacement nurses. Community Support: The bonds and teamwork formed among strike nurses stepping up to deliver exceptional patient care. Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction & welcoming Zach Clement 02:03 - What is a strike assignment and how long do they last? 04:31 - Jet-setting and rapid onboarding with AMN Passport 06:28 - The concierge logistics: Flights, private hotels, and shuttles 10:21 - The unparalleled camaraderie of strike nurses 14:14 - Understanding the sensitive realities and reasons behind a strike 27:51 - How to prepare your profile and secure a strike contract 33:21 - Biggest shocks and realities for first-time strike nurses Guest Spotlight: Meet our guest, Zach C., Senior Director of Fulfillment at AMN Healthcare's strike division. Zach and his team co-create nurses' careers during the most critical times, managing everything from event setup to flights and daily shuttles. Zach is deeply committed to ensuring patients receive uninterrupted, world-class care from highly adaptable nurses while facilities negotiate better working conditions. Connect With UsIf you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend and subscribe to our show on your favorite podcast platform. You can also find show updates and nursing opportunities on our Instagram at @AMNnurse. About AnnAnn King, a seasoned travel nurse with a remarkable 14-year track record, has dedicated the past 13+ years to specializing in Neonatal ICU. Ann has been traveling with AMN Healthcare for 5+ years, enriching her expertise with diverse experiences. Currently residing in San Diego, Ann not only thrives in her nursing career but also serves as the host of the Nursing Uncharted podcast, where she shares invaluable insights and stories from the world of nursing. Connect with Ann on Instagram: @annifer05 Are you interested in coming on as a guest? Send us a message at podcasts@amnhealthcare.com Episode Sponsor:We're proudly sponsored by AMN Healthcare, the leader in healthcare staffing and workforce solutions. Explore their services at AMN Healthcare. Discover job opportunities and manage your assignments with ease using AMN Passport. Download the AMN Passport App today! Do you know a nurse looking to get into travel? Refer a friend to AMN today! Learn more about AMN Healthcare's Employee Assistance Program. Join Our Other Nursing Communities: YouTubeInstagramApple PodcastsSpotifyLinkedInFacebookPowered by AMN Healthcare Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
In this “Evening With a Legend” episode, we interview Mark Raffauf, IMSA's Senior Director of Competition, tracing how IMSA's early relationship with the ACO grew from the 1970s through the creation of GTP, the split from FIA Group C's fuel-formula approach, and the IMSA-driven development that helped shape cars like the Porsche 962. Mark recounts 1980s GTP's manufacturer battles and behind-the-scenes antics, then explains the 1990s shift to World Sports Car, Ferrari's 333 SP, and how rule changes at Le Mans affected competitiveness. He details IMSA's organizational split that led to ALMS and Grand-Am, the rise of Daytona Prototypes, and today's cost-control challenges. The conversation culminates in a deep discussion of Balance of Performance, LMDh vs hypercar sustainability, lift-and-coast strategy, and the need for a common future platform beyond 2030, while emphasizing Le Mans as a global mega-event. ===== (Oo---x---oO) ===== 00:00 Meet Mark Raffauf 02:20 Early IMSA and ACO Ties 04:25 Birth of GTP Rules; Group C vs GTP Debate 09:02 Porsche 956 to 962 Shift 11:26 Golden Era Grid Battles 17:45 Nineties Reset and WSC 20:39 Ferrari 333 SP Moment 23:44 Rule Drift and Audi's Rise 26:19 ALMS & Grand Am Split 30:23 Cost Control Lessons 32:43 How BOP Really Works 33:28 LMDh versus Hypercar Basics 37:56 Why One Rulebook Matters 43:32 "Lift and Coast" Energy Management Explained 46:33 Getting more Hypercars to IMSA 50:35 Endurance Racing As Events 54:58 Future Platform, 2030 and beyond 59:27 Final Thanks And Wrap Up ==================== The Motoring Podcast Network : Years of racing, wrenching and Motorsports experience brings together a top notch collection of knowledge, stories and information. #everyonehasastory #gtmbreakfix - motoringpodcast.net More Information: Visit Our Website Become a VIP at: Patreon Online Magazine: Gran Touring Follow us on Social: Instagram To learn more about or to become a member of the ACO USA, look no further than www.lemans.org, Click on English in the upper right corner and then click on the ACO members tab for Club Offers. Once you become a Member you can follow all the action on the Facebook group ACOUSAMembersClub; and become part of the Legend with future Evening With A Legend meet ups.
If you've ever shouted “just let me talk to a person” at a chatbot, this one's for you. Jeannie Walters is joined by special cohost Brandon McGovern, Senior Director of Customer Experience at HP, to pressure-test the biggest question in AI customer service right now: how do we automate without breaking trust?We start with a headline that feels like a warning label. Norse Atlantic Airways offers dirt-cheap tickets, but customers say there's a catch: customer support is so locked behind tech that getting help can become impossible. We unpack why this isn't simply a “tech problem,” but a governance and leadership problem. When companies remove phone numbers, skip the escape hatch, and ignore high-emotion journeys like refunds and disruptions, they don't just frustrate people, they create financial harm and open the door to fraud.Then we zoom out to the enterprise reality. Cisco's line that adopting AI is “like surgery without the drugs” is painfully honest, and it frames the messy middle many CX teams are living through. We talk about why rushing to automate tasks can amplify mistakes, how to redesign workflows around outcomes, and why “faster” is the wrong North Star compared to what's now possible. Along the way, we dig into authenticity, rising customer expectations, and why AI is killing the illusion of fine print as customers use their own tools to read policies and push back.If you're leading CX, contact centers, or digital support, you'll leave with practical guardrails for pilots, measurement, and intent selection. Subscribe, share this with a teammate, and leave a review with the biggest AI question you're wrestling with right now.About Brandon McGovernSenior Director of Customer Experience at HPUnderstanding your customers isn't enough. I build the systems that turn that understanding into outcomes.I'm a Senior Director of Customer Experience at HP, leading enterprise-wide measurement, analytics, and operations that enable the company to understand and act on customer sentiment in real time. I oversee a global Voice of the Customer ecosystem capturing tens of millions of signals annually, translating them into product, service, digital, and brand strategy decisions across the business.My work has delivered double-digit NPS improvements and material revenue impact by shifting CX from a reporting function to an operational and strategic capability - powered by data, automation, and applied AI.Beyond enterprise implementation, I build with AI hands-on - personal projects in game design, product prototyping, and workflow automation using Claude, Lovable, and other tools. Building outside my domain teaches me where AI actually breaks down, which makes me a better architect of AI-powered operating models at work.I bring engineering depth coupled with business leadership (MBA, MS in Electrical Engineering, Stanford executive education), and I specialize in building scalable CX platforms, driving cultural change, and aligning executives around customer-led transformation. Follow Brandon on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandonmcgovern/Articles Mentioned:- Norse Atlantic Airways Offers Dirt-Cheap Tickets. There's a Catch (Wired) -- https://www.wired.com/story/norse-airlines-ftc-complaints-ai-scams/- Cisco exec says adopting AI is like 'surgery without the drugs' (Business Insider) -- https://www.businessinsider.com/cisco-ai-adoption-customer-service-2026-5- Dissatisfied: Three-fourths of AI customer service rollouts are a letdown (The Register) -- https://www.theregister.com/ai-ml/2026/05/13/ai-customer-service-bots-get-rolled-back-at-74-of-firms/5239800Enjoyed the show? Subscribe, share with your team, and leave a quick review to help others find us. Leave your review at ratethispodcast.com/xact.Want to ask a question? Visit askjeannie.vip to leave Jeannie a voicemail! (And don't forget to follow Jeannie Walters, CCXP, CSP on LinkedIn!)
Dr. Purvi Sevak, Senior Director of Mathematica's Disability Practice, joins the DEP RRTC's Let's Get to Work podcast hosted by Dr. Peter Blanck, University Professor and Chairman of the Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse University and Principal Investigator of the DEP RRTC. Dr. Sevak discusses her path from an undergraduate student studying health policy to her work at Mathematica, the evolution and importance of disability employment policy, and her research with the DEP RRTC examining how local infrastructure affects employment opportunities for people with disabilities. Drawing on both professional and personal experiences, Dr. Sevak highlights the importance of disability employment policy to the broader economy. “Making sure that everyone who wants to work can work and contribute is important,” she states. “If people with disabilities are employed and earning more than they could be making on SSI, they're going to be spending more money and just contributing to the local economy, buying more things, renting apartments.”
Gary Williams dedicates this special edition of 5 Clubs to one of the most unique and compelling days in golf: U.S. Open Final Qualifying. With more than 700 players competing across North America for a place in the field at Shinnecock Hills, Gary recaps weekend winners including J.T. Poston and Nelly Korda before diving into the stories, pressure and opportunity that define "Golf's Longest Day."Brentley Romine, Golf Channel reporter and college golf insider, joins from the Palm Beach Gardens qualifying site to discuss several of the top young players in the field, including Luke Clanton, Luke Poulter and Miles Russell. Romine explains why this year's qualifying class features some of the brightest rising stars in the game and what makes their paths to the U.S. Open so compelling.Brent Paladino, Senior Director of Championship Administration for the USGA, provides an inside look at the logistics behind U.S. Open qualifying. Paladino explains how more than 10,000 entrants are narrowed down to the championship field, how qualifying sites are selected and why the U.S. Open remains one of the most accessible championships in sports.Dalen Cuff, Golf Channel reporter and former Columbia University basketball player, checks in from Purchase, New York, where two courses are hosting final qualifying. Cuff highlights several notable contenders and discusses the unique pressure players face while chasing a spot in the year's third major championship.Todd Lewis, Golf Channel reporter, joins from the Ohio qualifying site to preview a field featuring PGA TOUR veterans, former major champions and emerging talent. Lewis discusses players including Lucas Glover, Bud Cauley and Denny McCarthy while sharing stories of how Golf's Longest Day has often served as a turning point in players' careers.Rex Hoggard, senior writer for Golf Channel, reports from the Canadian qualifying site and breaks down one of the strongest fields in final qualifying. Hoggard discusses Max Homa, Taylor Moore and several other PGA TOUR players attempting to earn their way into the U.S. Open field.Ryan Lavner, senior writer for GolfChannel.com, joins Gary to discuss additional qualifying storylines from around the country, including players looking to seize a career-changing opportunity and others hoping to continue their journeys on golf's biggest stages.James Colgan, news and features editor for GOLF.com, offers his perspective on Golf's Longest Day, the significance of U.S. Open qualifying and the unique stories that emerge every year as players chase a place in the championship.Bob Harig, senior golf writer for Sports Illustrated, discusses the broader U.S. Open landscape, key contenders and the players who could use final qualifying as a springboard heading into one of golf's most demanding tests.Brentley Romine returns later in the show with updates from Palm Beach Gardens, sharing leaderboard developments, notable performances and the latest from one of the day's most competitive qualifying sites as the race to Shinnecock Hills intensifies.5 Clubs airs on Golf Channel and SiriusXM PGA TOUR Radio (Channel 92).0:00 Nelly Korda wins the US Women's Open9:45 Golf's Longest Day 12:45 Brentley Romine 24:34 Brent Paladino35:36 Dalen Cuff 47:00 Todd Lewis1:06:37 Rex Hoggard 1:18:04 Ryan Lavner1:40:00 James Colgan1:50:34 Bob Harig2:05:28 Brentley Romine ReturnsFOLLOW 5 Clubs: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/5clubsgolf/X: https://x.com/5ClubsGolf Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/5ClubsGolf/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@5clubsgolfWant to wear Gary's Peter Millar fits from the show? Head to the link below and pick up the latest styles for on and off the course.https://www.petermillar.com/d/men
Chris Adams-Wall is joined by Rays outfielder Victor Mesa Jr., pitching coach Kyle Snyder, Senior Director of Baseball Performance Science Joe Myers, & Rays TV Reporter Kendra Douglas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this month's episode, Emma and Danny Hoffman, Senior Director of Global Retail Strategy, break down three commerce shifts brands should be watching: How Amazon's rebrand of Rufus to Alexa for Shopping is embedding conversational commerce directly into the shopping journeyWhy Prime Day moving to June changes the retail calendarHow store remodels are turning physical retail into a more connected data and consumer experience.Watch or listen now to hear what these changes mean for brands trying to stay ahead of the next wave of commerce.
The military concept of escalation dominance posits that the side controlling the pace and pain of a conflict determines the outcome. For most of the Cold War era, the U.S. had escalation dominance—militarily, technologically, and economically—but the use of economic statecraft was limited. That era is over. As great power competition intensifies, the relationship between the U.S. and China offers a view into where competition is headed and what it means for global stability. While the U.S.-China summit resulted in an effective truce, there are deeper takeaways that investors and other observers should consider. PGIM's Daleep Singh welcomes Julian Gewirtz, former Senior Director for China and Taiwan Affairs at the National Security Council, to discuss the U.S.-China stalemate and the economic long game. The conversation covers topics including: Geopolitical and economic takeaways from the summit China's efforts to buy time—and potential U.S. policy responses Technological competition, including AI, chips and related minerals Strategies aimed at achieving AI superiority in pursuit of national interests
TBTV spoke with Shaun Ilten, Senior Director of Turf & Grounds at Dignity Health Sports Park in California. Ilten is responsible not only for the stadium pitch itself but for the wider training environment used by LA Galaxy. In the first part of this two part series Ilten discusses the preparations that are going on in the run up to the FIFA world cup, where the LA Galaxy are a site-specific training ground for SoFi Stadium. Meaning all the teams playing there during the World Cup will train on their stadium field. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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In this special compilation episode, I am joined by a powerhouse lineup of legal innovators, practitioners, and tech leaders who are actively reshaping the industry:Zack Shapiro, founder of an AI-native law firm, Rains LLP. Alexander, Co-lead of AI Research at Thomson Reuters.Sandy MacDonald, the Senior Director and Head of Legal Operations at DocuSign.Dharshi Harindra, a tech lawyer, Assistant General Counsel, and Executive Coach.We talk about the profound shift toward agentic AI in the legal sector and how mastering detailed prompting, continuous feedback, and custom workflows creates an unassailable competitive advantage for forward-thinking lawyers. You'll hear perspectives on overcoming the legal trust gap, avoiding "AI slop," and leveraging entrepreneurial mindsets that most traditional law firms are completely missing.We dive into:The Tech-Lawyer Trust Gap: Why legal tech companies miss the mark by pitching software features rather than understanding the granular, day-to-day challenges and cultural mindsets of practicing lawyers. The Blueprint for Custom AI "Skills": How to move past simple one-line prompts and instead use an essay-length context or voice rants to build hyper-specific digital assistants that compound in value through continuous feedback. The Breaking Leverage Model: Why traditional firms relying on bloated billable hours face an existential threat from lean, entrepreneurial, AI-native practitioners. The "Half-Lawyer, Half-AI" Evolution: How junior lawyers and trainees can create massive, unprecedented value by stepping up as the bridge between pure computer science and legal practice. AI Slop vs. Human Judgment: The critical importance of keeping your brain turned on, verifying citations, and using AI for heavy cognitive lifts rather than as an excuse for lazy output. Compliance and Regulation Blind Spots: Why rushing into technology without understanding data protection boundaries - like using WhatsApp groups for firm operations - creates massive regulatory red flags. ---Each week I take what I'm hearing in conversations with legal leaders.I analyze the market and track emerging trends in this AI era.In my newsletter called The Future Lawyer Market Intel for the AI eraI'm focused on:What AI is exposingThe opportunitiesThe blind spotsAnd the shifts shaping the next five years.This is how you see the chessboard before everyone else does:https://hollycope.my.canva.site/thefuturelawyer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Disrupt Yourself Before Someone Else Does: How Thomson Reuters CTO Anuradha Turned Fear, Bias, and Discomfort Into Career Fuel She grew up in a small town in India, first daughter in a middle-class family, educated in her mother tongue through 10th grade. She was culturally trained to listen more and speak less. Then she accepted a role as an assistant professor straight out of university, in front of 60 students, because she needed a job and couldn't say no to an opportunity. She showed up for her first class and trembled for the entire 60 minutes. She didn't quit. She went back. She sat in her colleagues' classes to watch how they taught. She asked hard questions. She sought feedback from the students whose faces told her everything. Eventually, students started telling her: "No one ever taught this subject the way you do." Anuradha is Head of Engineering and CTO of the Corporate Tax and Trade Technology Group at Thomson Reuters. She has since moved internationally alone, changed industries multiple times, and built a leadership philosophy around one core principle: disrupt yourself before someone else does it for you. In this episode, she breaks down how. You'll learn: She asked for a Senior Director role and was told not only no, but "even if you applied, they wouldn't hire you." What she said next, why she didn't confront him, and how she used that conversation to get clarity about whether the problem was her or the environment around her. The mental model she uses every time she gets a no: is this about me not having the skills, or is this about the climate in this organization not being ready for someone like me? Both are valid answers, but you have to know which one before you decide what to do next. Why she deliberately paced herself after that conversation, asked for names of other people to speak to, and processed it over days rather than trying to resolve it all in one go. Why running away from fear doesn't make fear disappear. It just means you'll face it later, under higher stakes, with fewer second chances. How she built confidence and humility simultaneously by changing industries repeatedly: retail, financial services, banking, payments, tax and trade. The more she learned, the more she understood how much more there was to learn, and why she sees that as a leadership asset, not a liability. What she means by "disrupt yourself before someone else does" and why it applies equally to personal growth, career management, and technology leadership at scale. Her model for leading through failure: look forward first, understand what went wrong second. And why leaders who impose their own stress on a team under pressure take everyone down with them. About Anuradha: Head of Engineering and CTO of the Corporate Tax and Trade Technology Group at Thomson Reuters, Anu is a recognized tech executive and speaker at women's leadership and technology conferences. She has built her career across multiple industries and continents.
The Road to Macstock takes a serious turn as Mike T. Rose previews his workshop on becoming a digital caretaker for family members and loved ones. Mike discusses scams targeting older adults, password sharing, remote support, Apple Passwords, financial preparedness, and the need to balance protection, respect, independence, and trust when helping others manage their digital lives. Today's edition of MacVoices is supported by MacVoices Live!, our weekly live panel discussion of what is going in the Apple space as well as the larger tech world, and how it is impacting you. Join us live at YouTube.com/MacVoicesTV at 8 PM Eastern 5 PM Pacific, or whatever time that is wherever you are and participate in the chat, or catch the edited and segmented versions of the show on the regular MacVoices channels and feeds. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Mike T. Rose on the Road to Macstock00:59 Remembering Mike stepping in during a past conference02:12 Mike reflects on filling in and returning to MacStock03:00 Speaker continuity and community expectations04:23 Staying healthy before the conference04:52 Mike introduces his workshop format05:12 Stepping into the role of a digital caretaker06:48 A Microsoft Office upgrade reveals a bigger issue08:39 A family member is caught by a Venmo scam09:19 Managing risks, passwords, and financial access10:11 Using built-in Apple tools instead of advanced services10:25 Safari, Chrome, verification codes, and Apple Passwords10:57 Setting up shared family password folders11:29 Defining digital caretaking12:39 The family “alpha nerd” becomes responsible14:11 Remote tech support challenges and FaceTime troubleshooting16:01 Asynchronous support, screenshots, and remote access tools17:57 Older adults as prime targets for scammers18:53 AARP, Craig Newmark, and scam-interruption resources19:51 Gift cards, retail workers, and scam warning signs20:35 Deepfakes, safe words, and trusted contacts21:40 Fake profiles and stolen valor scams22:48 Protecting family members from criminal targeting23:25 Romance scams, business scams, and phishing tactics25:02 Keeping loved ones safe without burning out26:09 The Beekeeper as a scam-awareness example27:07 Recommended resources and My Mother's Money28:18 Financial preparedness and how quickly gaps appear29:39 Using AI tools to find validated resources30:18 Why this workshop may matter to everyone31:02 The future reversal of helper and helped33:00 Balancing safety, respect, and autonomy34:00 Managing support while preserving dignity36:23 Mike's MacStock discount code37:01 Registering for MacStock and planning ahead38:14 Where to find Mike T. Rose and The Aftershow39:29 Mike's social channels and listener acknowledgments40:17 Remembering John Martellaro and Chuck La Tournous41:22 Final Macstock encouragement and wrap-up Guests: Mike Rose is a past Macstock speaker and multi-year attendee. He is an occasional podcaster with fellow Macstock speaker Kelly Guimont at aftershowpodcast.com, continuing their collaboration from the much-missed TUAW.com (The Unofficial Apple Weblog) in the 2000s and 2010s.Mike began his technology career at the dawn of the desktop publishing revolution, helping transform workflows and introduce the Mac at Entertainment Weekly and LIFE magazines in the 1990s. After his second career in the event production and sales training industry (working with clients such as Pfizer, Dell, AstraZeneca, Johnson & Johnson, and Deloitte), he pivoted to enterprise software in 2013 and is now a Senior Director of Solution Engineering at Salesforce.Outside of work, Mike is active in an NYC community choir, and supports his wife Heidi's congregation as a volunteer technology, AV and operations consultant. Mike & Heidi live in Brooklyn, NY with their two young adult daughters and one young adult cat. Catch him on The Aftershow with Kelly Guimont. Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss
In "Short Lines, Big Impact: How Short Line Railroads Power America's Supply Chain" Joe Lynch and Joey Evans, Senior Director, Government Affairs & Business Development, TNW Corporation, discuss how Class III short line railroads leverage technology, sustainability, and first-and-last-mile service to keep American commerce moving. About Joey Evans Joey Evans is the Senior Director, Government Affairs & Business Development, TNW Corporation. He is a seasoned rail industry professional with over 20 years of experience, leading TNW's development and execution of government affairs and strategic growth initiatives. His role oversees legislative strategy, public funding efforts, real estate and industrial development projects, and supports acquisition and expansion activities aligned with the company's long-term objectives. Joey serves as President of the Texas Short Line and Regional Railroad Association (TSLRRA) and is a member of the TxDOT Freight Advisory Committee. His career spans various leadership roles across the short line railroad industry. Prior to his current position, he led Customer Success for TNW, encompassing customer service, revenue protection, and infrastructure technology. His journey began as a conductor and engineer, where hands-on experience laid the foundation for his transition into management. About TNW Corporation TNW Corporation owns and operates three short line railroads — TXNW Railway, TXGN Railway, and TXR Railway — along with multiple rail logistics facilities across Texas, serving as a strategic supply chain partner to industries, shippers, fleet managers, and Class I railroads. With more than 40 years of transportation logistics experience, TNW delivers the efficiency, reliability, and customer service that keep North American commerce moving. TXNW Railway, operating in the Texas Panhandle since 1982, is a One-Stop Supercenter and boasts the largest privately owned railcar storage capacity in the United States. TXGN Railway, also a One-Stop Supercenter, has served central Texas since 1992, operating approximately 67 miles of storage and loop track with Union Pacific interchange. TXR Railway, based in Brownwood, serves the Camp Bowie Industrial Area and interchanges with BNSF Railroad. TNW's full suite of services includes rapid interchange, transloading, railcar storage, repair, cleaning, scrapping, warehousing, and rail-served industrial development. Key Takeaways: Short Lines, Big Impact: How Short Line Railroads Power America's Supply Chain In "Short Lines, Big Impact: How Short Line Railroads Power America's Supply Chain" Joe Lynch and Joey Evans, Senior Director, Government Affairs & Business Development, TNW Corporation, discuss how Class III short line railroads leverage technology, sustainability, and first-and-last-mile service to keep American commerce moving. Revenue, Not Track Length, Defines Railroad Classes: Railroad classification is strictly determined by annual revenue, not physical distance. Class I railroads (the "interstates" like BNSF and UP) exceed $1 billion in annual revenue, Class II regional railroads fall between $1 billion and $47 million, and Class III short lines—where TNW Corporation operates—fall below $47 million. Short Lines Serve as the "First and Last Mile" for Rural America: While Class I railroads excel at long-distance freight movement, North America's 615 short line railroads provide essential first- and last-mile service to industrial parks and rural communities. Operating in smaller towns (often under 15,000 people), short lines keep vital agricultural, manufacturing, and petrochemical hubs connected to the national rail network. Lowering the Barrier to Entry with Truck-to-Rail Conversions: Because one railcar holds the equivalent capacity of four trucks (4:1 ratio), TNW launched a dedicated logistics and transloading business. This allows smaller regional shippers within a 50-to-100-mile radius to enjoy the economic benefits of rail by breaking bulk rail loads down into local trucks, without requiring a massive capital investment in dedicated track infrastructure. High-Volume Commodities and Major Public-Private Infrastructure Investments: Short lines primarily handle heavy, bulk commodities like petrochemicals, plastics, lumber, agricultural yields, and construction aggregates (rock). To support these loads, short lines reinvest a massive 33% to 50% of their annual revenue into infrastructure, a timeline accelerated by federal CRISI (Consolidated Rail Infrastructure Safety Improvement) grants to expand track fluidity. Transitioning from Rail's Historic "Black Hole" to High-Tech Visibility: Spurred by rising post-COVID consumer expectations (the "Amazon experience"), TNW developed a proprietary digital portal called My TNW. This tool eliminates the historic visibility "black hole" of rail shipping by providing customers with complete data transparency, allowing them to track cars across both TNW property and intersecting Class I networks. Embracing AI and Autonomous Infrastructure Safety: The rail industry is heavily adopting AI, autonomous railcars, and automated track inspection tools. These automated systems travel the lines to instantly pinpoint structural micro-cracks, gauge misalignments, or railcar defects. Removing the human error factor from these tedious inspections helped the rail sector chart its safest operational year in its 200-year history in 2025. Meeting Corporate ESG Targets Through "Clean and Green" Operations: Rail remains one of the most inherently sustainable modes of land transportation, moving a ton of freight roughly 500 miles on a single gallon of fuel. Beyond fuel efficiency, TNW helps shippers meet strict corporate environmental goals by certifying all properties under Operation Clean Sweep, which enforces strict handling frameworks to prevent plastic pellets and commodities from spilling into local ecosystems. Learn More About Short Lines, Big Impact: How Short Line Railroads Power America's Supply Chain Joey Evans | Linkedin TNW Corporation | Linkedin TNW Corporation | Instagram TNW Corporation | Facebook TNW Corporation | YouTube TNW Corporation The Logistics of Logistics Podcast If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive review, subscribe, and share it with your friends and colleagues. 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Tonight on America at Night with McGraw Milhaven: David H. Montgomery, Senior Data Journalist at YouGov, joins the show to break down new polling data showing Pope Leo XIV with a +37 net favorability rating, while President Trump sits at -17 and Tucker Carlson at -36. Montgomery examines the underlying data, demographic cross-tabs, and shifting attitudes among independent voters, while exploring how growing international polarization is influencing public trust in institutions and public figures. Rhae Barnes, author of “Darkology: Black Face and the American Way of Entertainment,” discusses the history of blackface in American culture and entertainment. Barnes explores how these portrayals shaped media, culture, and public perceptions, while examining their lasting impact on American society. Michael Chung, Senior Director of Market Intelligence for the Auto Care Association, joins the program to discuss why the next oil crisis may not show up at the gas pump but under the hood of your vehicle. Chung explains supply chain concerns, automotive maintenance challenges, and what drivers should know about keeping their vehicles running in an increasingly complex market. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Franchise evolution is one of the most important factors in determining whether a brand can remain competitive over the long term. Consumer expectations shift, markets change, operational costs fluctuate, and new technologies continue reshaping how businesses connect with customers. Brands that fail to adapt risk becoming outdated, while those willing to evolve strategically are often the ones that continue growing for decades. That balance between consistency and adaptability is something Dan Doulen understands well. As Senior Director of Franchise Business Development at Golden Corral, Dan works with one of the most established restaurant franchise systems in the country. With more than 50 years of brand history and hundreds of locations nationwide, Golden Corral has experienced multiple shifts in consumer behavior, restaurant trends, and economic cycles. Remaining relevant through those changes requires more than maintaining a recognizable brand. It requires ongoing franchise evolution. One of the key themes behind franchise evolution is understanding that customer expectations are never static. What consumers wanted from restaurants ten or twenty years ago is different from what they expect today. Value still matters, but convenience, flexibility, quality, and experience have become equally important factors influencing purchasing decisions. For legacy brands, adapting to those changes can be challenging. Long-established systems often have deeply ingrained operational models and infrastructure. While those systems provide stability, they can also create resistance to change. Successful franchise evolution requires brands to evaluate what should remain consistent while identifying areas that need modernization. Golden Corral's approach reflects this balance. Rather than abandoning the core identity that made the brand successful, the company has focused on evolving operationally and strategically. This includes exploring smaller and more flexible footprints, conversion opportunities, and nontraditional real estate locations that better align with current market conditions. Real estate strategy has become an increasingly important part of franchise growth. Traditional standalone locations with large footprints may not always provide the best path for expansion in every market. By considering alternative spaces and adaptive reuse opportunities, brands can reduce development costs while increasing flexibility. This type of strategic evolution allows franchise systems to expand more efficiently while responding to changing commercial real estate conditions. Franchise evolution also depends heavily on franchisee relationships. Dan repeatedly emphasizes the importance of maintaining a franchisee-centric culture. In mature franchise systems, collaboration between corporate leadership and franchisees becomes essential for making informed decisions and maintaining operational alignment. Franchisees provide direct insight into customer behavior, operational challenges, and local market trends that can help shape broader brand strategies. Strong franchise systems recognize that innovation does not only come from the corporate office. Some of the most impactful ideas emerge from operators working directly within the business every day. Another major factor influencing franchise evolution is operational flexibility. Consumer habits continue changing, especially in the restaurant industry. Some customers prioritize convenience and speed, while others value experience and variety. Brands that can adapt their systems to accommodate multiple customer preferences are better positioned to remain relevant across changing demographics. Golden Corral's ability to appeal to a wide range of customers reflects this flexibility. From families and value-focused diners to health-conscious consumers looking for variety, the buffet model continues evolving alongside broader dining trends. Maintaining relevance requires not only operational consistency but also a willingness to adapt menus, marketing, and guest experiences over time. Ford Saeks often emphasizes that visibility and relevance go hand in hand. Businesses cannot rely solely on past success to maintain momentum. As consumer behaviors shift toward digital discovery, AI search, and online reviews, brands must continuously evaluate how they are being perceived and discovered in the marketplace. This is especially important for franchise brands with multiple locations. A strong national presence matters, but local visibility and customer engagement remain critical for individual unit performance. Franchise systems that effectively combine national branding with localized marketing support are often better positioned for sustainable growth. Franchise evolution also requires leadership willing to think proactively rather than reactively. Brands that wait too long to adjust operational models, technology, or development strategies often face greater challenges later. Continuous evaluation and strategic flexibility allow organizations to respond more effectively to market changes before they become major obstacles. As markets continue evolving, franchise systems that remain adaptable while protecting their core identity will have a significant advantage. Growth today is not simply about adding more units. It is about building systems that can respond to change, support franchisees effectively, and maintain relevance with customers over time. Dan Doulen's work highlights an important reality for franchise leaders. Longevity is not created by standing still. It is built through continuous franchise evolution supported by strong systems, strategic adaptability, and a commitment to staying relevant in changing markets. Watch the ful episode on YouTube. Join Fordify LIVE every Wednesday at 11 a.m. Central on your favorite social platforms and catch The Business Growth Show Podcast every Thursday for a weekly dose of business growth wisdom. About Dan Doulen Dan Doulen is the Senior Director of Franchise Business Development at Golden Corral, where he helps lead franchise growth initiatives for one of the most recognized restaurant brands in the country. With more than 20 years of experience in franchise development and over four decades in the restaurant industry, Dan brings extensive expertise in franchise operations, real estate strategy, multi-unit growth, and franchisee support. Throughout his career, he has worked with emerging and established restaurant brands, helping them evolve, adapt to changing markets, and build sustainable systems designed for long-term success. About Ford Saeks Ford Saeks is a Business Growth Accelerator who has generated more than a billion dollars in sales worldwide by helping companies attract loyal customers, expand brand visibility, and drive innovation. As President and CEO of Prime Concepts Group, Inc., Ford has founded more than ten companies, authored five books, earned three U.S. patents, and advised organizations ranging from startups to Fortune 500 brands. His expertise spans business growth strategy, customer acquisition, leadership, franchising, and AI-driven content systems that help businesses improve performance in rapidly changing markets. Learn more at Profit Rich Results and watch Fordify LIVE at Fordify.tv
In this episode of The Produce Moms Podcast, host Lori Taylor is joined by Danyel O'Connor, CEO of Umami, and Meghan Diaz, Senior Director-Produce at Sprouts Farmers Market for a Women's Roundtable discussion focused on the evolving intersection of the attention economy, food innovation, and fresh produce consumption.
New technology could reshape whale conservation while opening opportunities for anglers nationwide. As summer kicks into gear, this week's Sportsmen's Voice Roundup covers major developments affecting hunters, anglers, and outdoor recreationists across the country. Chris Horton, Senior Director of Fisheries Policy at the Congressional Sportsmen's Foundation, joins the conversation to break down a significant federal review of North Atlantic Right Whale vessel speed regulations. Learn why recreational anglers and offshore boaters have been engaged in this debate for years, how emerging marine technology could improve whale conservation efforts, and why many believe innovation offers a better path forward than broad boating restrictions. The discussion explores advancements in marine electronics, acoustic monitoring, satellite imagery, artificial intelligence, and other tools that could help boaters avoid whale interactions while maintaining access to productive fishing grounds. Listeners will also gain insight into the broader challenges facing marine fisheries management and how conservation policy continues to evolve alongside technology. The roundup also highlights recent legislative victories for sportsmen and women, including updates on Sunday hunting opportunities in Maryland and new public hunting land protections in South Carolina through no-net-loss legislation. Follow the show for more weekly hunting and fishing conversations shaping the future of the outdoors. Get the FREE Sportsmen's Voice e-publication in your inbox every Monday: www.congressionalsportsmen.org/newsletter Follow The Sportsmen's Voice wherever you get your podcasts: https://podfollow.com/1705085498 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With the Voting Rights Act in tatters, will corporate America reaffirm their commitment to our right to vote? The Congressional Black Caucus thinks they might… Our second guest, Congressman Jonathan Jackson of Illinois’ 1st district, is calling on Costco, Microsoft, John Deere, Apple, Ford, McDonalds, and others to do more. Our first guest is Maryam Jazini Dorcheh, Senior Director of Litigation for Common Cause, and one of the lead attorneys challenging Trump’s $1.7 billion slush fund. Trump is setting up a $1.7 billion fund to compensate “victims” of President Biden’s so-called “lawfare,” including folks convicted of crimes related to January 6th. Some Republicans have spoken out against the fund, which faces legal challenges. LINKS: The CBC’s Open Letter to Business: https://cbc.house.gov/uploadedfiles/congressional_black_caucus__corporate_america_voting_rights_accountability_letter.pdf Learn more about Common Cause: https://www.commoncause.org/about-us/ More on Trump’s Slush Fund: https://www.npr.org/2026/06/01/g-s1-125268/justice-department-trump-anti-weaponization-fund-pause Read the 2021 “Business for Voting Rights” Letter to Congress: https://www.businessforvotingrights.com/letter-to-congress Want to ask Angela a question? Subscribe to our YouTube channel to participate in the chat. Welcome home y’all! —--------- We want to hear from you! Send us a video @nativelandpod and we may feature you on the podcast. Instagram X/Twitter Facebook NativeLandPod.com Watch full episodes of Native Land Pod here on YouTube. Native Land Pod is brought to you by Reasoned Choice Media. Thank you to the Native Land Pod team: Angela Rye as host, executive producer, and cofounder of Reasoned Choice Media; Andrew Gillum as host and producer, Bakari Sellers as host and producer, and Lauren Hansen as executive producer; LoLo Smith is our research producer, and Nikolas Harter is our editor and producer. Special thanks to Chris Morrow and Lenard McKelvey, co-founders of Reasoned Choice Media. Theme music created by Daniel Laurent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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