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Kiera is joined by Ted Osterer of Synergy Dental Partners to talk about the money field of dentistry in this moment of 2025, including tariffs, negotiating and raising fees, finding supplies, and more. Episode resources: Subscribe to The Dental A-Team podcast Schedule a Practice Assessment Leave us a review Transcript: Kiera Dent (00:01) Hello, Dental A Team listeners. This is Kiera. And today I am jazzed. I have a super fun guest on the podcast today. We're going to talk about the tariff sheriff, how that's impacting dentistry, the rise of dental supply costs, and honestly what to do because I'm so annoyed by all these pieces. What's the economic outlook? How do dentists freaking survive? Like, gosh, it just seems like a funny world out there. But we have Ted Osterer. He is with Synergy. I love this buying group. I think they're   Absolutely incredible. We're gonna shed some light for you guys. So Ted, welcome to the show today. How are you?   Ted Osterer (00:32) I am doing very, very well. Thank you so, so much for having me. Congratulations on your thousandth episode recently. I'm happy to be a part of this and any value I could bring to your listeners, hey, we're all better for it.   Kiera Dent (00:39) Thank you.   Well, thanks, Ted. And yes, ⁓ I'm still in utter awe that we hit a thousand episodes. Like when I started this, it was just a whim, a pipe dream. Jason and I were hiking. It's not a joke. I literally was hiking half-dome. Mind you, Jason had said, hey, let's go down to Yosemite. I'd love a nice relaxing weekend down there. And I had learned that you could go get, like, this is prior. You can't do this anymore. That you could get these like day passes, like these day camping passes. And if you just went and sat at this little lodge for a few hours.   So I was like, Jay, yeah, of course we'll go down there for this very calm, welcoming, welcome, like very easy, relaxing weekend. Little did he know I had full plans to try and get half dome tickets and like hike half dome. I even brought the gloves, like I was ready to go. And sure enough, I got the lottery, got the tickets. Jason was like, what the heck? We're going to freaking hike half dome. Like, Kiera, we haven't even prepped for this. We haven't done any of this. We don't even have a hotel. We got a hotel an hour away. We had to drive an hour outside of town. It was the nastiest hotel. They were like,   I'm not even joking. There was like hair and like this little pill on the pillow that were not ours. Jason's like had the worst sleep of his night and I'm like listen there's no hotels around me of 70. Like we're filing so we had a place. We went back super early the next morning to hike Half Dome and lo and behold on our hike I said Jay I think we need to build a podcast. This is where it all started. It was like one of those things that I never imagined a thousand episodes would hit and here we are.   Ted, you're hanging out with me a thousand in. And I think it's just fun because of all the value, all the stories, all the people. And like you and I were talking about pre-show, the podcast is really just a place where I get to selfishly hang out and just have a good conversation with people that I like. I get to meet new people in the industry. And as a byproduct of my nerdiness and excitement of meeting people, all of our listeners get benefited by this. So Ted, I'm so happy you're a part of this. Thank you for that. ⁓   Outside of Yosemite, let's talk about the rising cost of dental supplies, the tariffs, how this is going to impact. Because I know people are really nervous about it. I see in lots of dental groups out there, and you guys are really great. That's why I had you come on, because I think you're a huge solution to these problems. So take it away, Ted also, so the listener know how on earth did you even get into dentistry? Let's talk about that first, and then let's talk about what this even looks like for dental practices long-term.   Ted Osterer (03:00) How did I get into dentistry? ⁓ It was fate, it was just destiny. Growing up, I had 13 teeth pulled. I had braces for five years and it was like, well, I'm here for life, I guess. And this is just how we can all grow as a unit. ⁓ I've been in dentistry for about 15 years now. I started out as a dental supply rep. I was going door to door for over five years and...   funny enough that, you know, this isn't the, I grew up in the New York area. This is the major metropolitan New York area. And I had a really good buddy and he was like, I think you'd be a really good fit actually managing anal practices. And I can actually introduce you to someone. And it was like a small like eight practice group. I can introduce you to somebody, the practice on the Upper East Side of Manhattan. Go see if you'd be a good fit. And I'm just kind of like, sure, guess. know, it's like always like have a conversation.   And I had a conversation and sure enough, I got along really well with a particular office manager ⁓ from this group and I went to go work for this office manager. ⁓ Within three months, I had my own practice. I was a practice manager. You know, it's so funny going from a supply rep to an office manager, right? I learned the first and I'm not saying this is everybody, but I learned the first day of being in a dental office that I knew nothing.   Kiera Dent (03:59) Yeah.   Ted Osterer (04:29) about what happens in a dental office, right? Like I'm like, could, God, it's gonna be a piece of cake. I've been in dentistry for five years. And so I could tell you how strong and impressive material was. That does not help with insurance codes or posture downgrade or presenting treatment or creating a schedule or reading a schedule, anything like that. So, much respect to everyone that manages offices that's listening right now that my goodness, you're fighting the good fight. Keep up the good work. ⁓   Kiera Dent (04:40) does not.   Agreed.   Ted Osterer (04:57) I did that for some time. I was recruited to work for care credit. I oversaw New England for a few years where then they moved me to South Florida. And then a few months after that, I was recruited by Synergy. I've been here since 2021. And this is really, really cool. You know, I came to Synergy because the message was, do you want to make an impact in the dental world? You know, like you love what you do, but do you really want to make an impact? Do you want to help independent dentistry? And I was like,   man, what a line, right? Like I was suckered in and I really wanted to make a difference. And sure enough, almost four years later, we're still here at, you know, we're the largest dental buying club in the country. We are the fastest growing dental buying club in the country. And we're just trying to preserve independent dentistry by giving them the same supply and overhead cost at a 20 plus practice DSO would get. that, know, we were founded by dentists. It was as black and white as, Hey,   If enough of us order from the same places, they'll give us a discount. And now we have people in charge of negotiating pricing. You know, we have a dedicated team to each member to make sure that they're getting the values worth here at Synergy and they're not ordering more than they have to. And you you asked about tariffs, the rising overhead costs, all of that really, really fun stuff, right? Let's dive into that, right? You know, the perceived economic uncertainty of everything. Are prices going to go up? Yes, of course.   Does that mean you need to buy everything right now at the same time to save money in like six months? No, you probably shouldn't do that either. You know, the waiting game generally always pays off, be it in dentistry or outside of dentistry when it comes to money, you know, you're better off just kind of, you know, hold the chips, hold down the fort, you know, you're, it's not, you do not sound the alarms, of course, right? You know, the price of your crowns is not going to go up 10,000 % like.   Kiera Dent (06:21) Yeah.   Ted Osterer (06:50) Calm down, chill out, right? It's what we've monitored. Have tariffs affected some prices? Yes. ⁓ Many have already gone down. Many have plateaued with that price increase and we kind of have a safe, what, just gauge on what those actually are, right? The percentages have been minimal. It's a few dollars here and there.   Kiera Dent (06:52) Yes, I agree.   Ted Osterer (07:17) Again, the industry is not belly up. really should not be your ⁓ primary concern. Providing optimal quality ⁓ of treatment should be your number one concern still to this day. I don't think it's going to make a difference whether you're getting a new sensor or not. If your sensor goes, you're OK.   Kiera Dent (07:36) It's It's really true. Well, Ted, I love that. And I love your story. And I love that you have the real life experience in dental practices, because that's something that we pride ourselves on at Dental A Team. It's like, we've been there, done that, and done it successfully. And you're right. Being in a practice is no small task. It's no small feat. And ⁓ I think the supply costs, I do agree with you. think certain people were getting a little bit, maybe extra on this, of how concerned we are of cost. And I don't think it's a wrong thing.   to look at, to project down and to forecast forward to make sure that you keep in line with your overhead. Like people who are looking at this, I'm high-fiving you because you actually are looking at your numbers and you understand the cost of your supplies. But at the same time, I remember I was at a, I have a friend who's very wealthy. We're talking like this person brings in 28, 30 million annually a year. And like, I just giggle because it is a great friend.   Ted Osterer (08:25) Sounds like a great friend. There you go. All right.   Kiera Dent (08:29) I thought he said he was a   cosmetic dentist when I met him and he's surely not a cosmetic dentist. He's a cosmetic chemist. So skincare, things like that. And I remember we were talking and he was like, yeah, I just got so freaked out about the stocks. I pulled everything out of the stock market. This was two years ago. And I'm like, bro, like the amount of gains because you got so scared is incredible. And I had another friend, we were sitting at a wealth conference and we had like Ray Dalio there and Paul Tudor Jones and gosh.   Marks, Howard Marks, like so many of the big players in wealth and they weren't talking. And this guy named Harry Dent came in and Harry Dent has been known for being right and wrong on predictions of the market. And I remember like, I'm not kidding you. We talked in this conference of do not make rash decisions. Like we're here to gather all the information, synthesize it out and then make best decisions. And I kid you not, we are two days into this five day conference and I met this guy and he's like, Harry Dent just freaked me out. I went and sold all my...   like sold everything like that night pulled everything out of the stock market. I was like, dude, you're the reason people talk about what not to do because you should never be this radical. And so I feel like while those are extremes, I feel like dentistry can kind of be that way with the supply. Like we feel it's the stock market plummeting on us within our supply chain because we've got tariffs on there. When the reality is let's remember dentistry by default, a lot of our products already have very high margins on them. Like I'm not going to say it to the world in case there are people who are not dentists listening.   but you can just think about fluoride for one second. So fluoride has insane margins on it, which are very profitable for you. The bulk of dentistry is very profitable. So these small rises, agreed, let's take a look at that. But like you said, Ted, it's not the end of the world. So I am curious though, from my like nerdy side, what things have gone up the most? What are you guys seeing across the board that the tariffs or the uncertainties, like the economy's gone up you guys. Bread, I'm shocked.   or gasoline, you want to talk about gas prices? Like I don't know, in Florida it's way cheap. Here I'm in Reno in California. I kid you not in Truckee it was $7 a gallon and I like wanted to throw up the gases that much money, but I'm like if gas for a gallon is $7, bread prices, I mean you're paying five bucks, six bucks a loaf for bread, like supplies are going to be higher. It's not something that I'm like, oh my gosh, my cotton rolls went up. Well yeah, of course they went up. does like everything in the world has gone up.   Home prices have gone up, but I am curious, what have you guys seen that the tariffs hit the most? Like what are some of those supplies? But we're ashricking this. Everyone listening, you have to promise you will not be either of my two friends who go radical. So when Ted tells you which one's worth a little bit higher, do not go out and give me like your prepping situation where you go buy all this because you're freaking out about it. Like steady the course, stay consistent, and just like watch the scene because most things will level out just like in stocks, just like in investments. But if we're radical and being wild on it, that's where you get.   Like it just does not benefit. So I think Ted, everyone has promised. I made them just promise like everybody. Yes, you promise. Don't be radical. Ted, what are some of the ones that are seeing the highest hits? Like what, what products, what things are you guys seeing?   Ted Osterer (11:33) Since you all promised ⁓ not to be radical, I will go ahead and share. Yeah, unbreakable. We know that's unbreakable.   Kiera Dent (11:36) You promised.   It's unbreakable.   You did that, you like kissed the thumb, something like that. And then you like do a dance. All of them have done that, right? Nobody better lie. Don't be radical. Okay. They're good.   Ted Osterer (11:52) Excellent.   So for those listening at home, I did a very, very impressive interpretive dance, but for those watching, you saw it, it's all good. ⁓ So with a lot of the terrorists I've seen, and look, it's so volatile, you know, and for those, again, listening, I'm doing that thing with your finger, you go up and down a lot about how much it goes up and down. You know, look, I mean, you saw a lot of the anesthetics made in Canada go up a significant percent.   You saw a lot of lab cases sent from overseas or, you know, it's funny enough, for those that don't know what the gray market is in terms of the supplies in the industry, Products are made overseas, totally fine, right? There's nothing wrong with products that are made overseas. However, sometimes they're made in factories that are only authorized in certain countries, even though it could be big name, know, supply partners, major manufacturers.   I won't name drop, you know what I mean? I'm not trying to, you can Google it, you have access to the internet, congrats. When it comes to, these products that are made overseas are only regulated to be in select countries, they still have to be refrigerated certain ways, they still could have, they could have been made a long time ago, they're set to expire. They are mailed here and then they are sold to the United States, they're unregulated. You'll see their costs are...   Insanely low to the point where it's too good to be true spoiler a lot a spoiler it is too good to be true right in the event that someone You know your malpractice insurance Is kicked in you use great, you know gray market products. You might be losing a case and that's not the smoke you want However, in the event of these tariffs funny enough what went up these gray market products, right? ⁓ They went up to the point where   Kiera Dent (13:25) Yeah.   Interesting.   Ted Osterer (13:46) They're the same pricing, if not more than what your rep is offering you now. know, and look, you don't want to be caught with something like that. And it goes to show you that you, again, you're worried about optimal care. You should be worried about what you're putting in your patient's mouth as well. And depending on where you order it from, right? Like picture yourself, you're a patient in a chair, okay? And an assistant walks in to set,   you know, to set the room, to put the supplies that you're going to use on that tray and she opens an eBay box. Imagine what the patient must be feeling knowing that or an Amazon box. It's like, wait a minute, if your patient's aware at all, you probably don't want that. And now that price is the same price that a major dealer is going to offer you or a rep can offer you. That's the worst case scenario. I believe that that's what I've seen went up the most. And there were some labs from overseas.   Kiera Dent (14:23) Yeah, no. No. No.   I'm just.   Ted Osterer (14:44) ⁓ where the tariff was taking effect, a lot of the tariffs they were getting, were passing directly onto the consumer. I've seen that stop also. I'm not gonna say it's not gonna happen again, but it's not like you can order in bulk all these cases, you know? So, you know, again, when it comes to your labs, if you're satisfied with your lab, play the waiting game. You should be fine.   Kiera Dent (14:53) Mm-hmm.   It's true.   Yeah, that's actually really helpful to know Ted, because I was really curious and I think it's one of those things of, I don't know, I'm the clinician inside of me. I originally dental assistant, office manager, treatment coordinator. We have a lot of hygienists on our team. ⁓ I think all of us in consulting, well, yes, we watch the numbers exponentially, which is why I brought Ted on. I wanted synergy to be here. I think it's a great solution for your numbers. The biggest thing I will also say is like,   Please don't be so obsessive with the numbers that you cut your amazing dentistry and you are actually not doing the best dentistry for patients. I believe that when we do good by our patients, when we take care of them, when we use great products, I'm not saying you have to be I have a car. I'm not saying you have to be like high, high end. You can if you choose, but just making sure that we're doing right by our patients. Like I said, dentistry is a very profitable industry.   as is, like we have done a really good job of keeping the practices profitable in spite of insurances and all of that. But I really just want to make sure people, when we're looking at this, let's not penny pinch and nickel, like watching all of our nickels when we're actually doing a disservice to our patients. So agreed, like that gray market, things like that. Yes, I like to be a good shopper. I love to get a good deal, but making sure that it's a good deal that's also taking care of your patients would be my like word to the wise.   Again, I believe that when we are good and we're honest to our patients, people feel that there's good karma, there's good energy, it's all the way around. So Ted, how does synergy work? Like how do you get around this? Because things are going up. Being a business owner, mean, our margins are, they've been high, so maybe they're a little less high. I will also say, like doctors, I hope you've increased your fees too. You should do that. like, it's not just supplies that get to go up.   Dentistry also gets to go up and it should be going up. And if you haven't raised your fees, I'll just asterisk that right now. Like that is very common. It's very normal. It should be done every single year. I think that's a way to offset some of these costs for you too. It's ethical and honest, but Ted kind of walk us through like independent dentists, which are most of the practices listening. We do have some DSOs on there. I think sometimes you can feel like, I don't know. It's like the little brother who's watching the big brother drive the car and it's like, why can't I get these deals? Like I know I'm just one practice, but.   Sometimes you feel neglected. sometimes feel like distributors and manufacturers don't give you as good of a deal. Like, let's be real. The DSOs do get better deals than you do. I I've heard, I go talk to a lot of people and they're like, well, yeah, if you've got 20, 30, 50 practices, we're going to give you like pennies on the dollar compared to my solo practice that's going to be paying more for it due to the bulk distribution. So how can we have that of like, how can Independence Dennis win? Not have these costs hit them and to still play in the big leagues, even though they don't want to necessarily practice that way today.   Ted Osterer (17:53) Yeah, awesome question, right? You hit on the head. What did DSO's do? They strong arm these dealers, manufacturers, distributors, and they say, look, I have 30 offices. We all want to order from you. We'll commit to this amount of spend. We'll commit to this amount of product. Give me the absolute best deal that you will, or I'm going to the other distributor that's on the next page of this advertisement that I am looking at, right? So they're just negotiating fees all day.   That's what the ESOs are doing. They have people in place to negotiate these rates all day. That's what Synergy Dental Partners has, Independent Dentistry, ⁓ I mean, look, it's alive and well. We see it every day, you know, just because there's not major conferences that you're demanded to go to like the ESOs and things like that doesn't mean they're not alive and well and band together and know what's actually going on in dentistry, right? So Independent Dentists will subscribe to Synergy.   to have access to the same pricing that those 20 plus, 30 plus practice DSOs would get, right? We negotiate with these supply partners all day long on the supplies that you're already using, right? I mean, that's what we do. We bully our vendors. We come to an agreement with specific supply partners to be in our network and have very attractive offerings that they will only offer to Synergy members, right? We're partnered with major distributors. We negotiate with...   them all day, we're partnered with different implant organizations, with different rotary organizations, with different services. Depending on what you're looking for, we're going to offer you something that you would not be able to get on your own, right? Do you have to order in bulk with a synergy member? No, that's the point of us because we have enough dentists all ordering from the same place that the bulk is taken care of. Order as you go, right? So Darby is our anchor supplier, shines the largest distributor in the country.   Patterson's the second largest distributor in the country. Darby's the third largest distributor in the country. When you place an order with them, everything comes in one to two days. As a synergy member, any order over $249, there's no shipping charges. And let's think about that in itself. Do you have to order in bulk now? No, do you have to hit a crazy minimum? No, you can order four times a month and not pay shipping. Everything's gonna come in one to two days. Now regarding all these manufacturer deals,   Kiera Dent (20:01) awesome.   Ted Osterer (20:15) Oh, I like to buy four to get one free. like to buy three to get one free. You hear the word free. Awesome. Great. Now we do have a lot of offerings just like that care, right? However, we've negotiated the net costs of those buy four, get one threes, get one free, buy three, get one free for just one. So you can order one. You don't need to spend $700 on your favorite composite to get one free. And now shade C3 is going to sit on your shelf for the next three years and it expires. You're going to throw it away anyway. So you wasted all that money.   Kiera Dent (20:23) Right.   Mm-hmm.   Ha!   Ted Osterer (20:43) The point of us is inventory control. It's cash flow management. I mean, if cash is what you're worried about, well guess what? mean, order as you go, you're probably not gonna pay shipping anyway. You have the supply you need. My goodness, Kara, have you ever had to clean out a supply closet? Is it not the worst day of the month? You know, when people order the wrong things, yeah, maybe you'll return it, or what are you gonna do? You're gonna check it off that checklist and then put it where you think it goes. Now it's gonna sit there forever. Yikes, right?   Kiera Dent (21:02) Yep.   Yep.   Ted Osterer (21:13) You know,   with Darby, things are easy to return. You order as you go, it's not gonna get lost in some shuffle if you order as you go, right? We are partnered getting discounts with Strom and NeoDent for implants and BioHorizons and Zest for the locator attachment through overdenture materials, Comet and Brassler for rotary. ⁓ We just rolled out our partnership with Bisco. We're partnered with UltraDent, Crestor, LB, Phillips. I'm going to put your listeners to sleep as I shamelessly plug these.   Incredible companies offering the incredible deals are giving our members but the whole point of us is Carrie said you love to shop Bad news pal. I'm taking that phone away from you. We've done that shopping for you We know where your pricing should be is every price the lowest price on the market. I can't confidently say yes It's not true. I can confidently say that a lot of them are the best price in the market But every price is going to be competitive and if you're taking four or five hours to place an order with six tabs open   texting four different reps. That's four patients that you could have seen in that time. not only, let's say you order from all those places. Now you got five different shipping charges. And now you don't know when any of these orders are gonna come. It could take weeks. Something could be on back orders. Something could be expired. But hey, you saved a dollar on gloves. Congratulations, you know?   Kiera Dent (22:16) you   I love it. And I think that this, is why I like Synergy. I feel like it's, you get the Costco discounts without the bulk requirements. And that's something that I really enjoyed about it because something we teach with our clients is do not be stocking up. I remember I worked at Midwestern University's dental college for a few years. And I remember I went through their supplies and because there was so much   Ted Osterer (22:44) Yep.   Kiera Dent (22:58) We, like, I remember throwing away boxes and boxes and boxes of expired supplies, things that we couldn't use anymore. And it was disgusting. And I was shocked and I was like, that's it. We have to get this to where we can see everything. And so we're really big in consulting of like tip out bids, having clear things, having it where your order is not like tucked in boxes and nooks and crannies. ⁓ And the way you're able to do that is by buying as you need it, rather than buying. Like I remember buying when I was an assistant ordering.   Ted Osterer (23:07) What a waste.   Kiera Dent (23:25) I think like 10 boxes of gloves. Like we had them stacked everywhere. It was just like an absurd amount because we were like, well, we got the deal. We need to have this versus like, no, like what are we using? That also keeps our costs down. We're not having these high end fluxes and low drops in our supplies. We're able to have that more consistent, have more consistent overhead. And like you said, sometimes Costco is not the cheapest. Sometimes I can get it cheaper at other places, but the reality is the time we're saving and also the more dentists buying within Synergy.   more we're able to get the bulk discount. So it's like, it's the biggest DSO you can be a part of without being a part of a DSO, like air quotes around it, because you're not a part of a DSO, but it's the collective community group that's driving down the pieces for it. And Ted, correct me if I'm wrong, I feel like when I've talked to Synergy in the past, you don't have to give up your reps, because I know people get really weird about like, but like we've been best friends with so and so, and it's like, you can still order from the companies you want. Is that correct? Or do you need to like order through Benco? I thought it was like something with that, but help us understand like,   Do I have to give up my rep? Do I have to only order through your guys' people? How does this work for me to transition over? Because I do know dentists are very loyal and I think that's an amazing attribute. I would say like stay loyal. Also make sure that your overhead's making sense as you're going and buying supplies.   Ted Osterer (24:36) If you're a member of Center Gentle Partners, feel free to order from whoever you'd like. There's no minimums or anything like that. Now, are you better off buying from the suppliers in our network if you're trying to save money and time? Yes, like you just said. So Darby's our anchor supplier. They're the only distributor that we work with. If you're best friends with the Banco rep and you're looking to save money,   and you give us a shot and like I said the sole point is to save money we can very much help you and there's plenty to go around that if you need to order from Banco who you mentioned earlier or any other distributor have at it but I mean if we can cut your supply cost by 25-30 % you keep your reps for service you keep your reps for whatever you choose to keep them for yes by all means we are not offended there's no exclusive like that.   Now relationships are important. know, like you said that regarding manufacturers, if you have a rep already with Darby, you don't have to change who you're already ordering from as long as they're network. We don't force you to do anything differently. But hear me out. You brought up Costco. Now, you know, you went to Costco, you you only have how many free hours in a week? You know, either you can get that at Costco or you could spend the gas money and the time.   Kiera Dent (25:44) Yeah.   Mm-hmm.   Ted Osterer (26:01) to hit up Walmart and Publix and somewhere else on the way home and now you're too tired to go do whatever it is that you wanted to do that night. But hey, you saved like 26 bucks, have at it, well done. How valuable is your time to you? Yeah.   Kiera Dent (26:05) Yeah.   Well done.   Yeah. And if your gas is $7 a gallon, you did not actually make any money. thinking about that, but like for dentists, I think there's a good book, Dan Martell, I raved about him quite a few times to buy back your time. And I think this is a zone where we can have, where you can actually save time. You can save money and you can actually, even your assistant. So doctors, you might not be ordering, but your assistant's ordering. Think of like, if I didn't have to give up five hours or four hours of my assistant's time, which is what I used to have to block off.   Ted Osterer (26:22) You   Kiera Dent (26:43) and you can see more patients with that assistant rather than them ordering that right there is a cost saving. So I did some quick math because I heard what you said. If we are able to save you usually 25 % on your supply costs. So I just thought, okay, let's say there's a million dollar practice. This million dollar, that's about 83,000. We'll just do 84,000 rough math. A month is what this practice would be producing. We like as a consulting company for your supply costs to be about 5 % of that. So I was like, okay.   That'd be like 4,200 bucks that month that could go towards supplies. If you guys save 25%, that's a thousand dollar savings, over a thousand dollar savings on that 4,200 a month. I was thinking about that, like a thousand dollars a month. This is on a million dollar practice. I didn't go for a sky high one. If you're bigger than that, obviously it's way more than that. But I just thought Ted, like, if you could save a thousand dollars a month, cause I know you guys have this, like you guys have sexy stats on how much you're able to save practices. I understand you might have to have two, three conversations with your reps.   of like, guys, for us, we care about you, we love you. The reality is, I'm willing to have that conversation if I'm gonna get thousand bucks a month. Because that's now $12,000 for the year. And I think about, well right there, if you're looking at other things, virtual assistants can cost you $12,000 for a year. They can do all your billing, they can do outsource pieces for you, you could hire a personal assistant for you for $12,000. Even that extra $1,000 a month, I'm thinking, could you bring on different team members for that?   What does that look like? I understand like a full assistance not going to cost you 12 grand, but I'm like virtual assistance are outsourced billing, different things that you could use those funds for that right there to me. I'd be willing to have some conversations and just look at. So that's where I want to, I'm really big on numbers because I'm like, cool, 25%. But I'm like, when it breaks down to like thousands a month that I could then reinvest and use in better areas, just like I'm like, you guys, you can keep spending money on Indeed. Go for it. And I'm not here to say indeed is not great.   but you could also switch to AvaHR, which used to be VivaHR. It's literally 149 bucks a month for unlimited posting of ads. I took my cost of posting ads. I'm doing the same thing. I'm literally posting ads on the exact same platforms. I used to spend $15,000 a year on that, and now I pay about $1,200 a year. Right there, I'm like, that's a switch I'm willing to make. Yes, bummer, I don't get to like post directly to Indeed anymore. Same thing, I don't maybe get to like buy directly from my rep.   you still can keep the relationship. Like if you need to buy equipment or different things like that, like you can still keep the relationship. But I think, and they will try to sweet talk you, but I've seen it with the buying groups, the savings that you get, I just say have the conversation. A thousand bucks a month, go on, get a massage, do something fun. Like, I don't know, take your kids on vacation for 12 grand, whatever it is, but that's just literally buying the same materials through a different platform and getting...   money kickback. don't know. To me, Ted, it's always been a no-brainer, which is why I bring you guys on the podcast. So that's my spiel. But Ted, anything you have to take, wrap this up because I think with the tariffs, with the rising costs, realizing it's not that big of a deal, buy as you go. You can use these buying groups. You can be like a DSO, but you can buy what you need, not having to get all these deals. You're able to cut your costs. You said about 25 % on supplies and just go look at what you spent on supplies last three months. Think if you got 25 % of that back.   I think I'd be willing to have a conversation. But Ted, you tell me what you think. Those are my thoughts on this.   Ted Osterer (30:06) I said, I was going to say like the exact same thing, unfortunately, but I, you know, I'll take that one. I'll take that one second further to really, really simplify it. Right. And just summarize everything you just said. You know, we're partnered with over 50 supply partners, including eight different labs. Right. So as a consulting agency, right. Like we see labs as high as 10, 15%, you know, it should be what six to 8%.   Yeah, so I mean, let's say you're a million dollar practice. That's the practice Kiera just said. If I save you just 1 % of your overhead, that is a $10,000 that Kiera's talking about. And it is so easy to save that as a member of Synergy. And my goodness, thank you so much for having me on. It really means a lot. And thank you for acknowledging.   Kiera Dent (30:59) Yeah,   of course. I think it's a matter where Ted, I, when I get really passionate about things, like I love Swell. They do their Google reviews so well, you're able to save costs on your marketing, but get like really incredible patients. When I see a zone where I'm like, supplies are supplies are supplies. I understand you love your rep, but I'm like, supplies are. If I can get the exact same anesthetic, like I need my Lido, it's certified and I can buy it from Benco or I can buy it from Shine, but I can get it for...   X versus Y and I'm going to save substantially to me that's a way doctors it. I think that this is just being a higher level CEO that realizes just like DSO CEOs do as much as I love the product from X. I'm going to buy it from here because I'm literally able like it's the exact same thing. just get it on sale. So why would I not do that? And as a female like that's girl math for you Ted. Like if I can get it on sale, I'm going to buy it because I can use it to go get what I want over here. I just think like   These are the zones, dentists, that the elites do. These are the zones that the multi-million dollar practices are doing. So learn from their strategies. Again, it's gonna be one, two, three, maybe a little bit uncomfortable conversations. You don't need to burn the relationship. But I would say if I was you sitting there looking at my overhead, looking for ways to do cash flow, I would radically consider something that's not going to impact your patient care, that's going to make your practice much easier and also give you more time back in your life. So that's why I you guys on. Again, I don't work for Synergy. We don't have an affiliate relationship with them.   I love them, I adore them. I truly think you guys are just doing a great thing in the business. We are working on a partnership with them in the future for all of our clients. It's something that's really been big on my mind because I feel like, hey, why not? All of our clients that are with us, let's get them the best deals. But this is why I wanted you guys on the podcast. So Ted, how can people connect with you? How can they try you guys out? Again, you don't have to burn your rep. can just go even test it out. ⁓ But how can they try you guys out just to see what this looks like for their practice?   Ted Osterer (32:53) Go to the TheSynergyDentalPartners.com know, leave your information with us. Please, please, please tell us that the A team sent you, you know, of course extra promotional offers if the A team, I mean, A plus team in my book, of course. ⁓ Yes, yes, A plus plus. And please let them know that you were sent by them so we can make the offering even more attractive for you. And you know, when you join Synergy, you don't even have to have that typical conversation. You can just hide in the bathroom.   Kiera Dent (33:05) Thank you. Thank you. I agree.   Ted Osterer (33:23) and we're all good. It's okay.   Kiera Dent (33:25) Yeah,   it truly is. Don't make this wild, you guys. ⁓ Ted, I appreciate it. Thank you so much for coming and talking about what the reality is and what things have gone up in pricing and how you guys have been able to watch it go up and down. You're seeing so many more supplies than just the solo practitioners seeing. so you're able to see, kind of like stock markets, we're able to see at a bird's eye view of what's really going in the landscape of it. And I want to just remind people, you guys, the future is bright. No matter what's going on, the future is bright. There's always solutions.   Ted Osterer (33:29) Thank you.   Kiera Dent (33:53) And I think right now is where we get a bit more scrappy, a bit more innovative, and truly you shouldn't be seeing much of a hit. Like shoot, if you're seeing a hit, just switch over to Synergy and you won't even see that hit. So try it out. ⁓ Ted, thank you for being on the podcast with me and thank you for everybody. I really think this is an awesome way for you guys to truly take care of your practice, take care of your patients, and make life easier, which is what we're all about. So Ted, thanks for joining me today. I super appreciate you.   Ted Osterer (34:03) Yeah.   ⁓ I'm happy to be here. Thanks again.   Kiera Dent (34:19) And for all of you listening, thanks for listening and we'll catch you next time on the Dental A Team Podcast.

A hell of a week of ruggers, with double Lions games, international games, and one headline-stealing call-up. The lads dive into Owen Farrell's controversial selection, nepotism or necessity? The Lions' campaign stumbles slightly after an impressive win over the Reds and a tougher outing against the Waratahs. We assess who's rising - Maro, Jac Morgan, Huw Jones, and who's wobbling - Duhan, Beirne, Smith. Plus, England impress in Argentina, Ireland's kids hammer Georgia, Scotland beat the Maori All Blacks for the first time, Japan shock Wales (again), and the Wallabies scrape past Fiji. A belter of a week in the rugby world — get stuck in. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this powerful episode, I sit down with Allison Walsh, branding strategist, author of She Believed She Could, and host of the podcast by the same name. Allison brings her experience from the mental health and startup world to help entrepreneurs—especially women—understand the real power of personal branding.Whether you're just getting started on Etsy or you're building your next big business move, this conversation will help you shift your mindset, lean into your story, and show up with purpose. Allison walks us through her 5-step branding framework, shares how her own book changed her life, and explains why your why is more powerful than any marketing trend.In this episode, we cover: [00:18] From Advocacy to Executive to Entrepreneur [03:31] Imposter Syndrome & Early-Stage Branding Fears [04:49] Building Confidence Through Visibility [07:12] How Consistent Content Creates Momentum [08:40] Why Writing Her Book Was Life-Changing [11:08] Where “She Believed She Could” Came From [12:26] Choosing the Right Book Title for the Brand [13:28] Branding vs. Promotion: Key Distinctions [14:05] Allison's 5M Framework for Brand Building [18:20] Branding + Etsy: A Real Client Success Story [21:27] Purpose-Driven Branding & Customer Loyalty [25:26] How Brands Can Evolve As You GrowConnect with Allison: 

Send us a textOur ongoing exploration of attachment styles focuses on avoidant attachment, examining how it develops when caregivers consistently fail to respond to children's needs. We unpack why this attachment style, which often makes children appear self-sufficient and well-behaved, actually undermines their emotional development and capacity for meaningful relationships.• Avoidant attachment develops when caregivers are consistently unavailable or unresponsive to a child's needs• The first three years of life are critical for attachment formation, with early experiences setting patterns for future relationships• Children with avoidant attachment often appear independent and "easy" on the surface, making this attachment style easy to miss• Even though these children don't outwardly show distress, their bodies experience the same stress response as children who openly express needs• Technology may exacerbate avoidant attachment patterns by providing false substitutes for genuine connection• Healing approaches include consistent, responsive caregiving, intentional time together, and recognizing that overwhelming a child with affection may backfire• Simple strategies like scheduled meals together, protected playtime, and modeling healthy boundaries with technology can help children develop more secure attachmentContact:podcasts@calfarley.org To Donate: https://secure.calfarley.org/site/Donation2?3358.donation=form1&df_id=3358&mfc_pref=TTo Apply:https://apply.workable.com/cal-farleys-boys-ranch/j/25E1226091/For More Information about Cal Farley's Boys Ranch:https://www.calfarley.org/Music:"Shine" -NewsboysCCS License No. 9402

Ever freeze up when you think about recording a Reel? Or feel like you “should” be on video but don't even know where to start? You are so not alone — and this episode is here to help.We brought on the incredible Natasha from Shine with Natasha, a video marketing strategist who makes content creation feel approachable, sustainable, and actually effective for creative entrepreneurs. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned calligrapher looking to level up your visibility, this one's packed with strategy, mindset shifts, and simple systems to get you out of your head and into action.If you've been thinking about starting a YouTube channel, creating better Reels, or finally showing your face on camera without the imposter spiral, don't miss our episode with Natasha!

This is a new episode that I recorded quickly this morning before work.  It briefly covers Doctrine and Covenants 76.   Shine on!

Look up "powerhouse" in the dictionary, and you may just find Sophie Cunningham's photo there. Bringing back this REWIND from July 2023 to celebrate the strong season that we're seeing from Indiana Fever's Sophie Cunningham. The WNBA guard has been a force since she first stepped onto the court at a young age, and she's got some big goals on her radar. In this week's episode, she talks about growing up on a farm, how she came to embrace mentors in life, and the excitement she has over dipping her toes into broadcasting. SOCIAL @sophie_cham⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@emilyabbate⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@hurdlepodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠OFFERSInsideTracker | Go to ⁠⁠InsideTracker.com/Hurdle⁠⁠ to and use code "ITHURDLE" to get 20% off. Plus, enter to win a free one-year membership, the Ultimate Test, and a Healthspan Category Test (a $580 value!)LMNT | Lemonade has ARRIVED! Head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠DrinkLMNT.com/Hurdle⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to get a free sample pack with your purchaseJOIN: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Daily Hurdle IG Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SIGN UP: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Weekly Hurdle Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ASK ME A QUESTION: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email hello@hurdle.us to ask me a question!⁠⁠⁠

In this inspiring episode of The HAYVN Hubcast, host Nancy Sheed sits down with Kate Stone, founder of Kate Stone Prep, to trace the unconventional and intentional journey that led her from aspiring actress and world traveler to top-tier college admissions strategist. Kate's story is anything but linear, and that's what makes it so powerful. What started as a dream of working in film and television evolved into international teaching, private tutoring across the globe, and ultimately building a business that helps students not only get into college but thrive once they're there. Highlights of their conversation:  From NYU to Bali: Kate shares how her time at NYU and a desire to experience the world led her to teach in Thailand and Bali, where she discovered her knack for helping students through tutoring then the college application process. The Acting Years: Commercial acting funded her freedom, and the performance skills she honed translated beautifully into storytelling, communication, and workshop facilitation — all essential in college admissions work. Finding Her Niche: A conversation with a former partner helped her pivot from general tutoring to the college application space, a decision that ultimately led to a thriving business supported by mentors and coaches. Beyond Admissions: It's not just about getting in, it's about helping students discover who they are, what drives them, and how to communicate that powerfully. Kate emphasizes developing soft skills, self-awareness, and networks of support. Building a Business with Purpose: Kate and her husband, Zach, have grown Kate Stone Prep into a standout service by focusing on authenticity, implementation, and complete dedication to their clients. Giving Back: Kate's commitment to accessibility shows up in her regular free Family College Night events and application workshops that equip students and families with actionable insights, no payment required. This episode is a must-listen for parents, students, educators, and entrepreneurs as well. Listen to hear how nontraditional paths can lead to exceptional impact. Connect with Kate  Website Instagram Connect with Nancy  LinkedIn  Instagram Website  

 We're Julietta and Graciela, and we're sooooo excited to invite you into our Cacao Conversations—your weekly dose of heart-opening chats, all served with a warm cup of cacao. You'll feel like one of the family during this podcast where we speak frankly, and humorously, about some of life's big questions. We share wisdom we've picked up along the way and wonder out loud about lots of life's mysteries. Whether we're diving deep into transformation, laughing at life's quirks, or simply talking about the weather (which is, like, a much bigger deal at this age, isn't it?!?), you get a front row seat to our sometimes crazy, mostly spiritual and always authentic lives. From sweat lodge ceremonies to sweaty teen socks, we cover it all. So, grab your favorite mug, fill it with cacao and join us for some profound laughter. Cacao Conversations is about empowering you to remember who you are and step into the life that feels authentically yours. What's your vision for a connected and compassionate world? In a time when division and disconnection seem to be running the show, we believe it's more important than ever to dream into a world where compassion and connection lead the way. In this soul-stirring episode, we're sharing our visions for a more heart-centered, united world—and inviting you to reflect on yours. We talk about what it really means to live in a state of deep connection—with yourself, with each other, and with the Earth. We explore how embodying compassion can ripple out into your relationships, your community, and beyond, creating real change one brave heart at a time. This isn't about bypassing the hard stuff or pretending everything is love and light—it's about showing up fully, embracing our shared humanity, and taking radical responsibility for the world we want to co-create. So pour your cacao, get cozy, and let's dream big—together. Your cup is ready. Your journey is waiting. Let's sip, chat, and transform—together. Find out more at https://www.bodyandsoulevents.love/ Hey! Thanks for listening! If you liked this episode, please send us a message. We'd love to hear from you!Your cup is full, your journey awaits. Let's sip, chat, and transform together. Find out more at https://www.bodyandsoulevents.love/ Julietta Wenzel Founder of Body & Soul Ministries, Julietta is a healer, guide, and visionary dedicated to helping others remember their true selves and step into their authentic power. With a background as a physical therapist turned spiritual practitioner, she combines individual healing sessions, sacred ceremonies, and transformative retreats to guide her community toward joy, fulfillment, and alignment. https://bodyandsoulministries.love/ Instagram: @bodyandsoulministries Graciela Laurent Co-founder of Body & Soul Ministries, Graciela is a Reiki Master, Sound Practitioner, Cacao Ceremonialist, Forest Therapy Guide, and award-winning photographer. Her work blends spirituality, healing, and artistry to create transformative experiences that honor authenticity and connection. https://gracielalaurent.com/ Instagram: @gracielalaurentphotography Shine bright and have a magical day!Julietta & Graciela

If the men cannot get it done since 1991 well it has become clear that the women have what it takes for the big stage! So far this season the Minnesota Lynx have been the top talker in the town with Minnesota sports! Whether it is the Frost, Aurora, and Lynx - they have more recent championship cred and we discuss the success of their run going forward with an expanded playoff format!

Dozens dead and missing - who screwed up in central Texas? Has Essence Fest jumped the shark? Keith Spera spills the tea; Cruz rejects idea DOGE cuts meant more flood deaths, Trump not so sure; So where is Epstein's client list? Now they don't have it?

Your Light Matters More Than You Know: May Patterson paints a vivid picture of the firefly—tiny, unaware, yet radiant. It doesn't overthink or second-guess. It just shines. And that’s exactly what we’re called to do as believers. You don’t have to be flashy or famous. You don’t even need to feel impactful. You just need to let the light of Christ overflow in your everyday life—through kindness, faithfulness, sacrifice, and praise. When you do, you’re fulfilling a God-given purpose that makes this dark world just a little brighter.

Pastor Travis reminds us of the purpose of light!

35 current or former college tennis players competed in the Wimbledon singles draw. From Carson Branstine (TAMU) to San Diego men (Tarvet, Holmgren), there were new faces emerging and captivating collegiate storylines across the grounds of SW19. On this episode, we discuss the results that caught our eye and ask a big picture question: do college stars having pro success help grow the game of college tennis? Is it attracting new fans and more butts in seats? Let us know your thoughts!Follow us on Twitter @JTweetsTennis and Instagram @NoAdNoProblem. Don't forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode!

This weeks show starts off with classics from Israel Vibration, Johnny Osbourne, Peter Tosh, Culture, The Wailing Souls, L. Harris, Jackie Paris, The Gladiators, Peter Roots Lewis, Errol Dunkley, Ernest Wilson, Creole, Cornell Campbell & Prince Hammer, Prince Far I, Don Carlos, The Wailers, Prince Fatty, Bunny Wailer, and Hopeton Junior. New music this week comes from Duke Robillard and Andy Bassford Meets Soul Shot, The Roots Architects, Nga Han, Keith & Tex, Linval Thompson, Manwel T, Roaring Lamb, Sun Shade, The Cimarons, Madison with Bost & Bim, Glen Washington, Kashief Lindo, and Mical Rustle. We also play some reggae favs from Morgan Heritage, Luciano, Buju Banton, Wayne Smith, Horace Andy, and Junior Delgado. Enjoy!  Israel Vibration - Mr. Consular Man - Power Of The Trinity: Wiss Vibes - Ras Records Johnny Osbourne - Right Time - Right Right Time - Baco Music Peter Tosh - Not Gonna Give It Up - Mama Africa - EMI Culture - Why Am I Rastaman?/Why Am I A Rastaman Dub - Humble African 25th Anniversary Edition - VP Records Duke Robillard Meets Soulshot feat. Andy Bassford & Mark Berney - Pipe Dream - Two Guitars One Sound - Soul Shot Music Wailing Souls - Fire House Rock - Fire House Rock - Greensleeves JoJo Gladstone - Reggae Music - Creation Rebel Sound System 7” L. Harris - Trouble In The World/Trouble InThe World Version - Small Axe 7” Jackie Paris - Sinner Man - Techniques 7” The Gladiators - Counting My Blessings/Counting: Light Up Your Spliff  Version - Roots Natty - Tabou 1 Peter Roots Lewis - Jah Is My Salvation - Wicked Roots Dub Plate Style - Reggae Retro Errol Dunkley - A Little Way Different - Common Ground International 7” Ernest Wilson - I Know Myself - Well Charged: Channel One - Pressure Sounds Creole - Beware/Beware Version - Journey From Creation 1975-1985 - DKR Cornell Campbell & Prince Hammer - Free Meal Tcket/Bible - Common Ground International Prince Far I & Culture - Message From The King - Cry Tuff 7” Don Carlos - I Love Jah - Negus Roots Roots Architects feat. Dean Fraser - Everlasting Love - From Dub Til Now - Fruits Records Prince Fatty - Dub Is Shining - Prince Fatty Meets The Gorgon In Dub - VP Records Bob Marley & The Wailers - Trenchtown Rock - Tuff Gong 7” Bunny Wailer - Armagideon - Solomonic Singles 1: Tread Along1969-1976 - Dub Store Records/Solomonic Bunny Wailer - Solidarity - Solomonic Singles 2: Rise & Shine 1977-1986 - Dub Store Records/Solomonic Nga Han - Original Man/Original Version - Sacred Verse - Majestic Vision Robert O Dallas - Wings Of Jah - Sir Coxsone Outernational Roaring Lamb - RasIstance - Roaring Lamb Hopeton Junior - Living In The Ghetto - Mile Stone 7” Linval Thompson - Rebel Up - Groove Exploration 12” Keith & Tex - For A Better Life - Gun Life - Liquidator Music Manwel T - Love One Another - Children of Hope~War - Shades Of Red Yaadcore - The Calling - Reggaeland - Delicious Vinyl Island Sun Shade - Jah Love - Move With Motion - Jeanne Music Cimarons - Morning Sun - Harder Than The Rock - Evidence Music Medisun w/ Bost & Bim - Clean Up/Clean Dub - The Bombist Morgan Heritage - Protect Us Jah - Protect Us Jah - VP Records Buju Banton - Hills & Valleys - Inna Heights 10th Anniversary Edition - VP Records Bugle w/ Buju Banton & Damian Marley - Thank You Lord - Apex - Evidence Music Freddie McGregor - Calling - True To My Roots - Big Ship Glen Washington - Oh, To Be Like H.I.M. - Just Giving Thanks - Tad's Records Kashief Lindo - The World Is Hurting - 3 A Piece Inna Reggae Stylee Vol. 4 - Heavy Beat Mical Rustle - Jah Can Keep Us Around - 3 A Piece Inna Reggae Stylee Vol. 4 - Heavy Beat Luciano - Who Could It Be - Where There Is Life - Island Jamaica Luciano - Love Jah & Live Dub - Xtrminator Presents MLK Dub - Ras Records Ini Kamoze - Stress - Greensleeves Gregory Isaacs - Mind Yu Dis - Red Rose For Gregory - Greensleeves Sugar Minott - Danger Zone - Ghetto Child - VP Records Nuthead - Terrorists - Park Heights 7” Wayne Smith - Ism Skism - Youthman Skanking - VP Records Errol Dunkley - I'm Not The Man For You - Common Ground International 7” Horace Andy - My Guiding Star - Zion Sessions - Jamaican Recordings Winston Wright - Marvelous Rocker - Bunny Lee: Dreads Enter The Gates With Praise - Soul Jazz Records Creation Rebel - Independent Man Part 1/Independent Man Part 2 - On U Sound: Dub Experience: The Dread Operators - On u Sound Earl Sixteen & King Alpha - Hard In This Time/Afrikan Bongo - Abendigo Records Robert Lee - I Spy/I Spy Dub - Channel One UK Peter Broggs & Dubcreator - Love In A Higher Region/Dub In A Higher Region - Igzabihir Yakal - King Shiloh Records Young Kulcha & Conscious Embassy - Rise Up/Rising Dub - Rise Up - Conscious Embassy Junior Delgado - We A Blood - Fashion Records Reggae Roast feat. Brother Culture - The Music - The Music EP - Reggae Roast Reggae Roast feat. Jah Screechy - Love Me Culture - The Music EP - Reggae Roast Reggae Roast - None A Jah Jah Children No Cry Riddim - The Music EP - Reggae Roast

Send us a textC4 Leaders – the ONLY nonprofit to utilize the pizza making process to create space for our companions to be seen, heard, and loved.   We also write children's books, host this podcast, and use the most amazing handmade, hand-tossed, sourdough pizza to bring out the best in each other.   Please check out PIZZADAYS.ORG to support our important work. Season 5 Episode #12 Bern Mendez is coming from Austin, Texas (inform, inspire, & transform)You can find Bern via his website bernmendez.comAbout our guest: For over 30 years Bern Mendez has been on a path dedicated to helping others.  Bern's  journey into coaching began at one of the lowest points of his life. He was struggling with depression until a mentor stepped in and guided him out of the darkness. Experiencing such a profound shift, especially after nothing else had worked, ignited something deep and lasting within Bern. In that moment, he knew he had to devote his life to helping others experience that same freedom.Bern had no idea his path would lead specifically into relationship and intimacy coaching. For the past 14 years Bern's expertise has been focused on helping smart women to attract conscious, devotionally committed partners in record time, by guiding them to become the most radiant, authentic, and emotionally grounded version of themselves. Bern has been featured on CNN, Univision, Shine, Huff Post Live and his You Tube videos have been seen by more than 30 million people.  Bern thanks for sharing your many gifts with the world, for helping thousands of people find love, and for being our guest on Life's Essential Ingredients.  Welcome to the Show!TOTD – “Helping one person might not change the whole world, but it could change the world for one person.”                         AnonymousBuild a habit - to create intention - to live your purpose!In this episode:What was life like growing up?What are your life's essential ingredients?Secret sauce…what is yours?5% Principle from your site…what is it?Subconscious emotional barriers that inhibit deeply committed partnerships…Skill that is not necessarily taught…Getting reps of learning how to ListeningCommunicatingTrustingIntimacyLoveThe importance of clarity in seeking what you want…Becoming the person you want to become and attracting the person you want to become…Filling a void…If you want to be in a relationship, be in a relationship… get reps and work on your relationship skills or values or essential ingredients…What is radiance and how do you develop it?Attracting a partnerQuiz on Hidden Attraction Blindspot (website)“sisters in growth” from your website… what is it?Developing confidence… how do you help your clients develop it…Legacy 

Ed Roland shares the fascinating story behind Collective Soul's breakthrough hit 'Shine,' originally recorded as a demo in his basement. He reveals how the band's raw demo unexpectedly launched their career, their struggles with early management, and their bold move to become independent artists. Roland also discusses recording at Elvis's Palm Springs home, collaborating with Dolly Parton, and their upcoming documentary 'Give Me a Word.' Following that, Anthrax drummer Charlie Benante and former Butcher Babies vocalist Carla Harvey reveal the story behind their new band The Violent Hour. The couple discusses their upcoming EP featuring guest appearances from John 5 and Zakk Wylde, their music video filmed at the iconic Rainbow Bar & Grill, and how they found their sound. The conversation also touches on Benante's work with Pantera, Anthrax's new album progress, and the upcoming Black Sabbath tribute show. Catch Eddie Trunk every M-F from 3:00-5:00pm ET on Trunk Nation on SiriusXM Faction Talk Channel 103.And don't forget to follow Eddie on X and Instagram!Follow the link to get your free 3-month trial of SiriusXM: http://siriusxm.com/eddietrunk Find all episodes of Trunk Nation: https://siriusxm.com/trunknation

For the July 3rd Daily Collective, Seerine Tarot picked up on that sweet-n-sour energy — someone's tryna spin the block on an ex, but not with genuine love… more like manipulation wrapped in nostalgia. They're sending mixed signals, throwing out toxicity but expecting tenderness in return. Baby, you can't serve vinegar and expect dessert. Let's talk about why you can't manifest honey while acting like a hornet.

In this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan speaks with Owen Barrett, founder and CEO of Shine, a solar company built by apartment owners for apartment owners. With a background in finance and clean energy, Owen brings a pragmatic and results-driven mindset to a traditionally misunderstood corner of multifamily investing—onsite solar energy. Owen shares how his first exposure to real estate came after achieving financial independence through his solar ventures. Instead of starting small, he jumped into a 64-unit building, testing how large-scale solar could be layered into multifamily investment. That experience, although imperfect, helped shape Shine's business model: targeting properties with 100+ units where solar not only benefits the environment but also boosts returns. Jonathan and Owen examine the financial mechanics of solar energy in multifamily properties, from cost segregation and tax credits to NOI increases and tenant retention. Owen explains how Shine's proprietary software allows solar installations to serve individually metered units, a longstanding challenge in the space. He also breaks down how syndicators and institutional investors approach solar differently, and why understanding your audience is key when pitching value-add improvements. Owen emphasizes that solar is not about selling environmental benefits. It's about improving the bottom line. But the secondary benefits, such as tenant retention, lower utility inflation, and greater resilience during energy volatility, add long-term value. For syndicators and operators seeking to future-proof their assets, this conversation is packed with strategic thinking, cost-saving tactics, and clear-eyed lessons from someone who installs what he owns. In this episode, you will hear: How Owen Barrett transitioned from solar to multifamily real estate Using solar to increase NOI and attract investors Cost segregation, tax credits, and depreciation benefits Why roof condition is a make-or-break factor for installations The difference in decision-making between syndicators and institutions Leveraging solar to reduce tenant utility costs and turnover The reason early due diligence makes or breaks solar ROI Follow and Review: We'd love for you to follow us if you haven't yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast. Supporting Resources: Shine website - www.getshine.com Connect with Owen Barrett on LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/owenmadsenbarrett Website - www.streamlined.properties YouTube - www.youtube.com/c/JonathanGreeneRE/videos Instagram - www.instagram.com/trustgreene Instagram - www.instagram.com/streamlinedproperties TikTok - www.tiktok.com/@trustgreene Zillow - www.zillow.com/profile/StreamlinedReal Bigger Pockets - www.biggerpockets.com/users/TrustGreene Facebook - www.facebook.com/streamlinedproperties Email - info@streamlined.properties Episode Credits If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Emerald City Productions. They helped me grow and produce the podcast you are listening to right now. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com Let them know we sent you.

We often talk about the fear of failure, but what about the fear of success? In this episode, Drs. Milt Lowder and Cory Shaffer explore both. Why do we hesitate, not only when we might fall short, but also when we're on the brink of rising? They dive into the hidden drivers of this tension, from perfectionism to Tall Poppy Syndrome, and share how to reframe your mindset to fully step into your potential.

The city once prided itself on civic order. But under the DMK, it has been made to believe that dysfunction is normal, accountability is too much to ask for, and complaints should be whispered, not filed.  

Send us a textOur 100th Episode.Jen and I were walking through the hallways of the Indianapolis Convention Center. We had just finished setting up the booth for GenCon and we had been talking about all things roleplaying.“Hey, do you think you or Mike would be interested in doing a podcast. We could tie Oddfish Games into it and just chat about roleplaying in general.”I threw out the question hoping she would be interested. I had done some podcasting already so it wasn't a foreign concept to me and I figured a fun game podcast would be interesting to put together.A few more conversations later, a demo recording of the introduction, and finding some time in our already hectic schedule and Mike, Christina, and I sat down and started talking about the OGL scandal.Now here we are 100 episodes later.That's right, this is our 100th episode of the Epic Adventure Podcast, and that's pretty cool.For those of you that don't know, only a little over 5% of podcasts reach 100 episodes. Most fizzle out before the reach 8 episodes. Hitting 100 episodes is a solid benchmark and one we are proud of so in this episode Mike, Christina, and I are going to talk about the podcast. We are also going to be hearing from a few of our listeners throughout the episode.Mike, what do you think about reaching 100?Kick to MikeChristina, did you even realize we were getting close to 100?Kick to Christina

Episode 104Are we who we show up as on social media? What does authentic really mean… what do we care about what people think of us? Does it matter?As we've grown older and into ourselves, we find it easier to accept who we are and why we do what we do. Maybe it's partly because we know what doesn't work and we don't want to just fit in any more.Authenticity may be an overused word in social media AND art, but it could be time to consider what it means for us and why it matters.Thank you, too, to all who listen, DM, send messages and have made the last nearly four years so much fun with #artchatterpodcastSign up to receive Karen's Studio News https://www.karengeorgeart.co.uk/ and Gaynor's emails  https://gaynorljart.com/pages/contactLinks and mentions:Photo by Gabriela Braga on UnsplashPark Run https://www.parkrun.org.ukBréne Brown https://brenebrown.comBrené Brown:the opposite of belonging is fitting in. Fitting in involves changing oneself to be accepted, while belonging means being accepted for who you truly are. True belonging requires vulnerability and embracing your authentic self, whereas fitting in relies on performing and adjusting to expectationsMel Robbins https://www.melrobbins.comAlice Sheridan Time to Shine  https://www.soulrocketstudio.com/shineOttelien Huckin https://www.ottelienhuckin.co.ukBeyond Boundaries Exhibition @footprint_gallery_jackfield@samwatersartist @jansaustinstudio @mike_ashton @klairbaulyartist @angelaslack_studio @morvenbrowne @taralara10@rachael.johnson20art @gaynorljartKaren GeorgeGaynor Leverett-JaquesGina Belford Art https://www.instagram.com/ginabelfordart?igsh=MWQwMXpqM3Nkdml5ZA==@karengeorgeart@gaynorljart@artchatterpodcastAbout the podcast⁠Gaynor Leverett-Jaques⁠ and ⁠Karen George⁠ are both full time artists, living and working in South West of the UK, sharing experiences and the ups and downs of living the painting life.You can find more about them and their work on their websites or by following them on instagram where they share their work and practice on a regular basis. ⁠Karen George Art⁠ ⁠https://www.karengeorgeart.co.uk/⁠@karengeorgeart on instagram⁠Gaynor Leverett-Jaques⁠ ⁠https://www.gaynorljart.com/⁠@gaynorljart on instagramThanks always to our wonderful sound editor, Ben Leverett-Jaques, who also wrote and performs the opening song 'Strangler Fig'Ben's IMBD page: ⁠https://www.imdb.com/name/nm7425880/⁠ Ben's Music - Low Cinnabar: https://low-cinnabar.bandcamp.com/album/four-songs-from-the-tree

Where is God when life hurts? Myshel Wilkins knows that pain personally—she and her husband walked through years of infertility and eight heartbreaking miscarriages. On the next Equipped, she opens up about wrestling with disappointment and how she rediscovered God's strength and goodness in the middle of deep sorrow. If you're feeling discouraged or need hope for your own journey, don't miss this powerful conversation on Equipped! Featured resource:Arise, Shine, and Conquer: 40 Days of Courage for Women July thank you gift:Surrendered Sexuality by Juli Slattery Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support.  To donate now, click here.

 You don't just show up to ceremony—you arrive. With intention. With reverence. With a willingness to be transformed. In this episode of Cacao Conversations, we're breaking down how to prepare yourself—mind, body, and spirit—for sacred ceremony. Whether it's your first time or your hundredth, the way you prepare determines the depth of what you receive. We'll share: What to do (and what NOT to do) before ceremony How to set powerful intentions that actually land Why integration starts before the ritual even begins Our favorite tools, foods, and mindset shifts to get aligned This is for anyone walking the path of healing, awakening, and remembering. You don't have to be a guru to prepare like a goddess—or a grounded warrior. Come curious, leave empowered. Hey! Thanks for listening! If you liked this episode, please send us a message. We'd love to hear from you!Your cup is full, your journey awaits. Let's sip, chat, and transform together. Find out more at https://www.bodyandsoulevents.love/ Julietta Wenzel Founder of Body & Soul Ministries, Julietta is a healer, guide, and visionary dedicated to helping others remember their true selves and step into their authentic power. With a background as a physical therapist turned spiritual practitioner, she combines individual healing sessions, sacred ceremonies, and transformative retreats to guide her community toward joy, fulfillment, and alignment. https://bodyandsoulministries.love/ Instagram: @bodyandsoulministries Graciela Laurent Co-founder of Body & Soul Ministries, Graciela is a Reiki Master, Sound Practitioner, Cacao Ceremonialist, Forest Therapy Guide, and award-winning photographer. Her work blends spirituality, healing, and artistry to create transformative experiences that honor authenticity and connection. https://gracielalaurent.com/ Instagram: @gracielalaurentphotography Shine bright and have a magical day!Julietta & Graciela

Send us a textSecure attachment forms the foundation for a child's healthy development and shapes how they view themselves, others, and the world. We explore the four key attributes caregivers need to foster secure attachment: being present, attentive, attuned, and responsive.• A secure attachment relationship is defined as one that's "free from danger or risk," creating a healthy and safe space for children• Secure attachment forms when caregivers consistently respond to a child's needs, showing them they are important and valued• Children with secure attachment develop a "secure base" that allows them to explore the world confidently, knowing they have a safe place to return to• Crying at daycare drop-offs can actually indicate healthy attachment – the child wants to be with you and knows you'll return• Being physically and emotionally present is the foundation for all other aspects of secure caregiving• Attentiveness means paying close attention to what your child is doing and learning from their behaviors• Attunement is the ability to accurately read and interpret your child's signals beyond surface behaviors• Responsive caregiving teaches children that they matter and that seeking help is valuable• Play accelerates attachment building – according to Dr. Karyn Purvis, it can cut healing time in half for children from difficult backgrounds• Securely attached children develop powerful internal messages: "I am important," "Others are helpful," and "The world is safe"Join us next week as we discuss avoidant attachment and continue our exploration of attachment styles.Contact:podcasts@calfarley.org To Donate: https://secure.calfarley.org/site/Donation2?3358.donation=form1&df_id=3358&mfc_pref=TTo Apply:https://apply.workable.com/cal-farleys-boys-ranch/j/25E1226091/For More Information about Cal Farley's Boys Ranch:https://www.calfarley.org/Music:"Shine" -NewsboysCCS License No. 9402

Shine a Light:https://www.shinealightlv.com/https://crossroadsofsonv.com/SummaryIn this episode of The Way Out Podcast, Brent Nowak shares his powerful journey of recovery from addiction, detailing his struggles with substances like methamphetamine and heroin. He discusses the importance of community support in recovery, his work with the Shine a Light Foundation, and the transformative power of personal growth. Brent emphasizes the significance of being willing to change, the role of music in his life, and the ongoing challenges of self-forgiveness. His story is one of resilience, hope, and the belief that recovery is possible for everyone.TakeawaysBrent's substance of choice was methamphetamine and heroin.Recovery is an internal journey, focusing on becoming a better version of oneself.Serving the recovery community is a vital part of Brent's life.Connection and community support are crucial in recovery.Brent's turning point came when he was arrested and sentenced to prison.The Shine a Light Foundation provides essential resources for those in need.Daily gratitude and reflection are key components of Brent's recovery routine.Forgiveness, especially of oneself, is a significant challenge in recovery.Music plays a vital role in Brent's emotional well-being.Brent's greatest success is helping others achieve their recovery goals.Recovery Literature (Quit-Lit) Recommendations: Drop the Rock by Bill P, Todd Weber, Sara S - https://a.co/d/4rkSqEjThe Inner Work: An Invitation to True Freedom and LastingHappiness by by Mathew Micheletti , Ashley Cottrell , The Yoga Couple , Mat& Ash - https://a.co/d/gtoi5H8Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits& Break Bad Ones by by James Clear - https://a.co/d/9AYirhWBest piece of Recovery advice: Fail Forward Don't forget to check out “The Way Out Playlist” availableonlyon Spotify. Curated by all our wonderful guests on the podcast! https://open.spotify.com?episode/07lvzwUq1L6VQGnZuH6OLz?si=3eyd3PxVRWCKz4pTurLcmA(c) 2015 - 2025 The Way Out Podcast | All RightsReserved.Theme Music: “all clear” (⁠⁠⁠https://ketsa.uk/browse-music/)byKetsa(https://ketsa.uk⁠⁠⁠) licensedunderCCBY-NC-ND4.0(https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd)

In the final hour, Mac & Bone are joined by John Ellis, who gives his thoughts on the off-season for the Panthers, and his expectations for 2025, the guys talk about the local QBs that were in attendance at the Manning Passing Academy, and debate which QB will be the best this season, they preview the night in sports, Fitty wins a bet off Willie P & more See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jabari Smith Jr. secures the bag! ITL with Reggie, Figgy, and Criss Partee (in for John Lopez) reacts to the extension and what it means for the Rockets' future. The Astros take 2 of 3 from the Cubs — how dominant has their pitching been lately? QOTD: What's your all-time favorite sports quote? From legends to laughs, the crew shares theirs.

✨ Suis-moi sur Instagram : https://instagram.com/laurita.socaliente/ Parfois, on traverse des phases de doute, des phases de down, on se sent mal, inadapté, pas à sa place, et pire encore, on a l'impression d'être une fraude, un échec... Dans cet épisode, on reprend les bases : - Ce n'est pas un manque de motivation ou d'énergie, mais un manque de focus - Le rejet est une redirection - Vous avez un avantage injuste ! - Si quelqu'un vous dit non, vous ne demandez pas à la bonne personne - On a tous un besoin commun - Dis moi où tu vis je te dirai pourquoi ça ne va pas. - Les réseaux sociaux : une fausse bonne idée A tout de suite ;)

Isaiah 60:1–3: “Arise, shine; for your light has come! And the glory of the LORD is risen upon you. For behold, the darkness shall cover the earth, and deep darkness the people; but the LORD will arise over you, and His glory will be seen upon you. The Gentiles shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising.” As we start a new week, lets Arise and Shine for Jesus today.

He Will Make Your Face Shine - Tafara Butayi (29 June 2025)

GO OUT THERE & SHINE?!?!?!?!?! Follow, Like, Comment & Subscribe! #dayones Discount Codes Here: linktr.ee/latenitewnate​ Another week where we discuss the latest mess like Ironheart, AMC, and so much more! Give it a listen and tell us what you think!

We're so quick to search for Spirit in big moments—retreats, ceremonies, breakthroughs—but what if the divine is right here... in your morning cup of cacao, the way sunlight hits your face, or how you speak to yourself when no one's listening? In this episode of Cacao Conversations, we're getting real about what it means to live a devotional life. Not perfect. Not performative. Just deeply present, awake, and in relationship with the sacred that surrounds you. We'll talk about: How to make the mundane magical Ways we personally invite in Spirit throughout the day Why honoring the sacred doesn't have to look a certain way (and definitely not how Instagram tells you it should) Whether you're washing dishes, walking your dog, or navigating a tough conversation—there's always a doorway to connection. This episode will leave you inspired to slow down, listen deeper, and turn ordinary moments into holy ones. Hey! Thanks for listening! If you liked this episode, please send us a message. We'd love to hear from you!Your cup is full, your journey awaits. Let's sip, chat, and transform together. Find out more at https://www.bodyandsoulevents.love/ Julietta Wenzel Founder of Body & Soul Ministries, Julietta is a healer, guide, and visionary dedicated to helping others remember their true selves and step into their authentic power. With a background as a physical therapist turned spiritual practitioner, she combines individual healing sessions, sacred ceremonies, and transformative retreats to guide her community toward joy, fulfillment, and alignment. https://bodyandsoulministries.love/ Instagram: @bodyandsoulministries Graciela Laurent Co-founder of Body & Soul Ministries, Graciela is a Reiki Master, Sound Practitioner, Cacao Ceremonialist, Forest Therapy Guide, and award-winning photographer. Her work blends spirituality, healing, and artistry to create transformative experiences that honor authenticity and connection. https://gracielalaurent.com/ Instagram: @gracielalaurentphotography Shine bright and have a magical day!Julietta & Graciela

In this episode of the Founder Shares podcast, host Trevor Schmidt sits down with Runbin Dong, founder and CEO of Scale Social AI. Runbin shares his unique journey from corporate tech to small business owner, inspired by his mother's retirement and their handmade dumpling business. This experience led him to identify a critical gap in digital marketing, particularly the need for authenticity amidst a flood of AI-generated content. Discover how Scale Social AI empowers loyal customers to become a brand's biggest marketing asset by transforming real customer experiences into scalable, authentic content, and how Runbin navigates the challenges of entrepreneurship, balances work and family, and plans for the future of his rapidly growing company.

On the 4pm hour of today's show, Mattlanta and the Kang look at some Falcons rookies that could ball out this season, debunk some Ozuna trade speculations, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Climate tech is not the hot investor thesis it once was a couple of years ago. After several record breaking years, and billions of dollars being poured into climate startups, venture capital investments are way down. This week on Zero, Akshat Rathi speaks with Mike Schroepfer, who runs Gigascale Capital, a venture firm focusing on climate investments, and used to be Meta’s chief technology officer. Schroepfer shares his views on the current investment climate, the danger of funding cuts to US research, and why demand for AI will prompt a new wave of energy innovation. Explore further: Gigascale Capital Investors Rushed to AI as Climate Tech Funding Fell 40% in 2024 - Bloomberg New Venture Capital Firms Are Facing a Disastrous Fundraising Climate - Bloomberg Zero is a production of Bloomberg Green. Our producer is Oscar Boyd. Special thanks to: Jess Beck, Eleanor Harrison-Dengate, Sommer Saadi, Mohsis Andam and Siobhan Wagner. Thoughts or suggestions? Email us at zeropod@bloomberg.net. For more coverage of climate change and solutions, visit https://www.bloomberg.com/green.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Success by the Book podcast is the place where Christians who want to experience the extravagant goodness of God in all areas of their lives come for mentorship. Remember to follow and share this Podcast with othershttps://open.spotify.com/show/4RCbTmAbbdKWkeXd3yqBiZ?si=cd8bbfc407104250  Subscribe to our YouTube Channel here

 Water isn't just for hydration—it's a sacred portal for healing, cleansing, and rebirth. In this powerful episode of Cacao Conversations, we explore how to intentionally work with the element of Water to clear old energy, restore emotional balance, and reconnect with your divine flow. From rituals and baths to waterfalls and tears, we're sharing the practices that help us release what no longer serves and call in fresh, aligned energy. Whether you're feeling heavy, stuck, or just ready for a reset, this conversation will inspire you to let water work its magic in your life. You'll learn simple, soulful ways to use water as a spiritual ally—whether you're in your shower or standing in a mountain stream. Hey! Thanks for listening! If you liked this episode, please send us a message. We'd love to hear from you!Your cup is full, your journey awaits. Let's sip, chat, and transform together. Find out more at https://www.bodyandsoulevents.love/ Julietta Wenzel Founder of Body & Soul Ministries, Julietta is a healer, guide, and visionary dedicated to helping others remember their true selves and step into their authentic power. With a background as a physical therapist turned spiritual practitioner, she combines individual healing sessions, sacred ceremonies, and transformative retreats to guide her community toward joy, fulfillment, and alignment. https://bodyandsoulministries.love/ Instagram: @bodyandsoulministries Graciela Laurent Co-founder of Body & Soul Ministries, Graciela is a Reiki Master, Sound Practitioner, Cacao Ceremonialist, Forest Therapy Guide, and award-winning photographer. Her work blends spirituality, healing, and artistry to create transformative experiences that honor authenticity and connection. https://gracielalaurent.com/ Instagram: @gracielalaurentphotography Shine bright and have a magical day!Julietta & Graciela

Want to know how to defend joy in your life?  STOP doing these 9 Things that rob you of peace, contentment, and joy, and often cause anxiety.  You do have a choice as to how you think and how you feel...and how you chose to live!  Embrace your freedom...Listen in!   Would you like to work with me in a coaching or a counseling capacity? Send me an email to michelle@mentalhealthforchristianwomen.com, and I am happy to offer you a free 15 minute consultation to discuss your needs and answer any questions you may have. Also, if you are looking for encouragement, consider joining our SHINE community.  Learn more here: My Page

In this powerful episode of What's Your Shine? The Happy Podcast, Dr. Shine welcomes Courtney Johnson—a powerhouse speaker, advocate, and the founder of Change Course. With a heart for restorative justice and an eye for systemic change, Courtney has dedicated her life to rewriting the story for women in crisis. Courtney's journey from trauma to transformation isn't just inspiring—it's galvanizing. In this conversation, she opens up about her own story of redemption and how it fuels her work to break cycles of incarceration, addiction, and generational poverty. Her nonprofit, Change Course, equips women with the tools, training, and mentorship they need to change direction—often for the first time in their lives. Courtney also shares her profound belief in second chances, the power of proximity, and why the labels we place on people can limit their future. Her voice is a rallying cry for empathy-driven leadership and systems that restore rather than punish. Key Topics: The impact of labels and why reframing matters How Change Course offers holistic support for justice-involved women The power of storytelling in healing and advocacy Courtney's personal journey and what drives her mission Practical ways to get involved and support women rebuilding their lives Faith, identity, and reclaiming your worth Whether you're in education, social work, ministry—or just passionate about helping people heal—you'll leave this episode feeling hopeful and equipped to be part of the solution.

In this solo episode, host Shronda Armstrong gets real about the emotional weight of feeling unsupported by those closest to us—and why it shouldn't stop your shine. She unpacks how social media can distort our expectations of support, the importance of discernment in relationships, and the power of self-validation.From navigating friendships and silent critics to finding your inner cheerleader, Shronda offers a powerful message for every uncelebrated Queen. If you've ever questioned who's truly in your corner or felt the sting of silence when you needed a cheerleader—this episode is for you.This conversation is a reminder that the journey to greatness often starts with celebrating ourselves first.You don't need applause to be amazing. You just need permission to Geaux shine anyway.Take a listen. Don't let their silence silence you.Follow for weekly conversations on self-love, healing, and empowerment.Visit: ⁠www.geauxqueen.com⁠ IG: ⁠@iam_geauxqueen⁠ | ⁠@theqchat_podcast⁠

   Midnight Hammer was carried out with precision and force over the weekend as three nuclear sites in Iran are obliterated.  It was overwhelming strong and safe for our pilots and the remarkable sailors on a submarine 400 miles away undetected.   Our men and women at Whiteman Air Force Base were flawless carrying out this mission and we couldn't be prouder the Show Me state produced a Show Stopper for the ages.  This is America First.    The young person that set a pair of Teslas on fire in KC is looking at real prison time and that has the KC Star's panties in a wad.   These are the same people that praised locking up old ladies that walked into the capitol building to take a picture and walking out on January 6.  Imagine that.    The Royals were winning a classic low scoring game on Sunday, their specialty, before they let it slip away.  It's exactly the kind of game this team has to win almost every time they get the chance.    The NBA Finals were set up for a dramatic game 7 when a devastating injury to Indiana's star player in the first quarter put a damper on things.  LSU wins the College World Series, Simone Biles has had it with social media and golfer Keegan Bradley wins and creates a Ryder Cup dilemma for himself as he's the team captain.

In this episode of the Gloria Chou PR Podcast, I sit down with Kim Rittberg—award-winning TV producer, media expert, and video coach—to talk about how small business owners can finally show up confidently on camera without sounding robotic or overly rehearsed.Kim has produced for Us Weekly, Netflix, and launched video units for major media outlets, but she swears by one thing: anyone can be good on camera with the right mindset, skill set, and practice. If you've ever frozen up during a Reel, dreaded pitching yourself on video, or wondered what to say in your elevator pitch—this episode is for you.Mindset Shifts to Overcome Camera Shyness Kim debunks the myth that only extroverts or TV-ready personalities can be confident on camera. Her framework helps you shift from “supermodel mode” (focused on appearance) to “teacher mode” (focused on message)—so you stop worrying about how you look and start focusing on what you're saying.Her 4S Framework to Shine on Video You'll learn Kim's powerful 4S method: ✅ Soothe your nervous system through breathwork ✅ Strengthen your voice and posture ✅ Get Silly to shake off stiffness ✅ Smile to connect instantly with your audienceThe ABCs of a Killer Elevator Pitch Gloria and Kim break down the A-B-C method for crafting an unforgettable pitch:Accomplishments: What makes you credible?Business: What do you actually do (in plain English)?Confidence: Say it like you mean it—then practice it until it flows.Kim's Top Tools and Resources ✅ Freebie: 10 Tips to Make Amazing Videos ✅ $37 On-Camera Challenge: Get confident fast with low-stakes practice ✅ Podcast: The Exit Interview with Kim RittbergFinal TakeawayConfidence isn't reserved for celebrities or influencers—it's built. If you want more visibility, clients, and impact, learning how to own your voice on camera is non-negotiable. You don't need a fancy setup or a viral script—just clarity, practice, and your authentic self.Listen now and start showing up like the expert you already are.Product Businesses! Download my free HOW TO GET INTO A GIFT GUIDE/PRODUCT ROUND UP roadmap for free HERE to get more sales and traffic to your site this season.If you want to land your first feature for free without any connections, I want to invite you to watch my PR Secrets Masterclass, where I reveal the exact methods thousands of bootstrapping small businesses use to hack their own PR and go from unknown to being a credible and sought-after industry expert. Register now at www.gloriachoupr.com/masterclass.   Watch the #1 PR Secrets Masterclass to get you featured for free in 30 daysJoin the Small Biz PR Facebook Group to get the best PR TipsDownload the 10 ways to get free PR for your small businessDM the word “PITCH” to us on Instagram to get a pitching freebie https://www.instagram.com/gloriachoupr Connect with Gloria Chou on LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/gloriaychou Join Gloria Chou's PR Community- https://www.facebook.com/gr

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