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This week on Another Pass, Sam and Case are joined by Zorikh Lequidre to revisit Shazam! Fury of the Gods. We break down the sequel's mythic swing, its tonal tightrope between family comedy and divine spectacle, and whether this lightning strike deserved a brighter fate at the box office. Another Pass Full Episode Originally aired: February 13, 2026  Music by Vin Macri and Matt Brogan Podcast Edited by Sophia Ricciardi Certain Point Of View is a podcast network brining you all sorts of nerdy goodness! From Star Wars role playing, to Disney day dreaming, to video game love, we've got the show for you! Learn more on our website: https://www.certainpov.com Support us on Patreon! patreon.com/CertainPOVMedia Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/wcHHer4 PODCAST SHOWS: ▶ Another Pass - https://www.certainpov.com/another-pass-podcast Outline Shazam Franchise and Character Legacy The discussion highlighted the complex evolution of the Shazam character and its multiple incarnations, emphasizing the challenges of maintaining clarity in the franchise (02:00). Complex Character History and Naming (02:43) The Shazam character has undergone multiple renamings, now sometimes called "The Captain" to differentiate from original versions. Comics have introduced variants like Mary Marvel and Junior (Freddie Freeman's hero name) to expand the lore. The character's fluctuating comic presence, with cancellations and restarts, impacts fan engagement and continuity. Zorak's project, Captain Marvel Culture, explores these variants in cultural and historical contexts, highlighting the character's societal relevance. Actor and Fan Perspectives on Shazam (07:30) Sam Alicea shared her positive cosplay experience as Mary Marvel, emphasizing the character's wholesome reception in fandom. Both Sam and Case Aiken noted that the first Shazam movie was colorful and fun, appealing to casual viewers with good pacing and humor. Case's personal connection to the character goes back to childhood superhero creations, reinforcing the deep fan roots. The first film balanced the youthful and superhero personas well, unlike the sequel where the older cast created dissonance. Challenges with Sequel Timing and Casting (14:00) The four-year gap between the first and second Shazam movies caused problematic aging of the cast, making the characters less believable as teenagers. The COVID-19 pandemic limited crowd scenes, affecting the movie's atmosphere and fight sequences, leading to a "COVID movie" feel with socially distanced extras. The sequel's timing made character maturity inconsistent, with Zachary Levi's older age conflicting with immature superhero behavior, reducing audience sympathy. The lack of continuity in character growth and the absence of younger kid scenes weakened the family dynamic established in the first film. Plot, Powers, and Mythological Elements The movie's story and mythological adaptations were discussed, focusing on the Daughters of Atlas and their powers, plus how mythology was reinterpreted (28:58). Invented Mythology and Powers of Atlas' Daughters (29:00) The film introduced three daughters of Atlas, a creative deviation from classical mythology that was accepted as a fun concept. Helen Mirren's character uses force fields and telekinesis, Lucy Liu's character employs "chaos" powers resembling mind control, and Rachel Zegler's character has axis-based powers, visually impressive but not well explained. The powers were often scene-dependent rather than consistent, especially Helen Mirren's varying abilities. The dome barrier served as a plot device to isolate the final fight and prevent intervention from other heroes, a trope common in superhero films. Mythology vs. Comic Lore (31:33) The movie used traditional Shazam power origins (Solomon, Hercules, Atlas, Zeus, Achilles, Mercury) rather than newer comic variations. Discussion considered linking the characters to the broader DC mythos, such as the New Gods, but the film stuck to simpler concepts. The film's magic and powers were occasionally connected to Dungeons & Dragons references, reflecting the script's mix of fantasy influences. The casting of iconic actors like Helen Mirren and Lucy Liu added gravitas despite the powers being plot-driven. Narrative and Visual Critiques of Powers and Effects (35:00) The dome and powers' visual effects felt forced or inconsistent, serving more as story contrivances than meaningful world-building. The chaotic power, mainly mind control, lacked thematic clarity despite being the most consistent. The movie struggled to integrate powers into the plot logically, often introducing new abilities at convenience moments. The limited impact of the dome on the city was noted, with little attention to realistic consequences of such an event. Family Dynamics and Character Development A major theme was how the sequel mishandled the Shazam family dynamic, focusing too much on superhero forms and not enough on the kids' human sides (40:00). Underused Supporting Characters and Forced Representation (40:00) Pedro's gay reveal felt forced due to minimal screen time and lack of character development. The less prominent kids, especially Eugene and Pedro, were overshadowed by their superhero forms, weakening emotional engagement. Darla remained the heart of the family, carrying much of the emotional weight and humor, consistent with the first film. The sequel relied heavily on superhero personas rather than showing genuine child characters, harming the family's relatability. Mismatch of Actor Ages and Character Portrayals (46:30) The aging cast, particularly Zachary Levi, struggled to convincingly portray teenage characters, making immature behavior less palatable. The lack of contrasting younger versions of Billy and other kids reduced the dynamic tension present in the original movie. The sequel missed chances to explore Billy's growth and his struggles with leadership and abandonment issues meaningfully. Sam noted the film's good attempt to show Billy's fear of aging out of foster care as a motivation, but this was not fully developed. Lost Opportunities for Emotional Payoff (53:00) The film failed to create a satisfying emotional journey for Billy, especially regarding his insecurities and leadership challenges. The family's support was underutilized in key moments, leaving Billy's character arc feeling incomplete. The sequel lacked the sense of belonging and acceptance that made the first film's family dynamic resonate. Case and Sam suggested that a powerful second-act scene showing Billy's vulnerability and the family's encouragement was needed to strengthen the story. Critique and Proposed Fixes for the Sequel The panel proposed several realistic improvements to the sequel's structure, pacing, and character focus to enhance its emotional and narrative impact (56:00). Strengthening the Second Act and Family Bonding (56:00) Add scenes where the kids remain in their human forms to highlight their vulnerabilities, creating richer character moments. Insert a confrontation scene where Billy expresses frustration at the family's lack of unity, followed by reassurance from siblings. Shorten or remove the cringy Wonder Woman date scene to maintain tone and pacing. Show more of the lesser-used kids at school, depicting their struggles balancing normal life and superhero identities. Improving the Final Battle with the Dragon (31:30, 56:00, 01:32:50) Make the fight more dynamic by having Billy repeatedly say "Shazam" to power up the staff, requiring him to transform back to human form intermittently. Introduce stages in the fight where the hero tries different tactics, fails, then devises a winning plan. Include moments of vulnerability where Billy dodges attacks and avoids damage, adding tension and realism. Use the environment inside the dome better, possibly including some civilians or other stakes, if COVID protocols allow. Enhancing Character Scenes and Emotional Arcs (01:40:00) Show the kids' defeat when Helen Mirren's character escapes by turning back into their child forms, emphasizing their youth and fallibility. Add a scene where Billy admits to failure and receives encouragement from his siblings, reinforcing the family theme. Develop more natural, character-driven moments such as a school scene involving Skittles, tying in humor and personality. Streamline the plot to reduce the number of major events, allowing more screen time for character interactions and growth. Long-Term Franchise Vision: TV Series Format (01:14:30, 01:49:00) The panel agreed a TV series would better suit the story, allowing the actors to age naturally and explore the characters in depth. Proposed dividing the cast so Billy, Mary, and Freddie attend college while the younger kids remain in high school, creating parallel storylines. This approach resembles a "Happy Days with superpowers" format, supporting gradual character evolution and maintaining audience engagement. The TV format would also allow passing powers to new kids as the original characters grow up, ensuring franchise longevity. Production Context and External Influences The discussion recognized COVID-19's major impact on production, release timing, and overall movie quality, affecting creative decisions and execution (14:00, 01:52:00). COVID-19 Pandemic Effects (14:00) Production delays and social distancing protocols limited extras and crowd scenes, affecting the movie's atmosphere and fight choreography. The necessity of a smaller dome and fewer characters in scenes was a direct result of COVID restrictions. The four-year gap between movies was unplanned but forced by the pandemic, causing casting and story continuity issues. These factors contributed to the movie feeling disjointed and less cohesive compared to the first film. Script and Franchise Challenges (25:00) Multiple script rewrites were needed after Dwayne Johnson's Black Adam was spun off into his own movie, forcing major plot changes. The absence of Black Adam as a villain removed a key expected antagonist, weakening the sequel's threat level and fan expectations. The movie was released amid DC's shifting cinematic universe plans, reducing the likelihood of future sequels or franchise expansion. Despite plans to connect with the Justice Society and tease Mr. Mind, these elements remained unresolved, signaling franchise uncertainty. Casting and Political Context (01:06:00) Gal Gadot's performance as Wonder Woman was noted as uneven and disconnected from the main cast's energy. The panel acknowledged Gadot's political stances have affected her reception among some fans, adding complexity to her role's acceptance. The awkwardness of Billy's romantic scene with Wonder Woman was criticized for tone and appropriateness, detracting from character coherence. Zachary Levi's personal controversies and public persona complicated audience reception of his performance, especially given the film's tonal demands.

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks.Feeling overwhelmed by everything on your plate? In this episode, Dr. Christine Li shares 10 (plus a bonus!) effective strategies to help you break free from overwhelm and regain your sense of calm and control. Drawing from her experience as a procrastination coach and her work with Success Lab members, Dr. Christine Li walks you through practical tips—including understanding what overwhelm really is, taking action in small steps, practicing self-compassion, leveraging meditation and tapping, connecting with supportive groups, and even bringing more fun into your routine! Whether you're juggling too many responsibilities or just feeling stuck, you'll find actionable ideas to help you reset and move forward with confidence.Timestamps00:00:00 – 00:01:12: Dr. Christine Li introduces the episode and shares personal feelings of overwhelm.00:01:32 – 00:02:13: Dr. Christine Li introduces herself and her approach.00:02:14 – 00:03:25: Explains why the topic was chosen; introduces first tip about understanding overwhelm.00:03:25 – 00:04:47: Focus on what you can control.00:04:48 – 00:06:57: Calling back your energy and maintaining boundaries.00:06:57 – 00:08:32: Take action with small steps.00:08:32 – 00:09:23: Make a clear plan.00:09:24 – 00:10:12: Practice grace and self-compassion.00:10:13 – 00:12:30: Use tapping and meditation for stress relief.00:13:37 – 00:14:19: Celebrate small actions and progress.00:14:19 – 00:16:57: Shorten the gap between decision and action.00:16:57 – 00:19:13: Overwhelm is a signal, not a solution; connect with supportive groups.00:19:14 – 00:19:48: Bonus tip: bring more fun into your process.00:19:49 – end: Recap, encouragement, and how to get the free download.To get the free download that accompanies this episode, go to: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/winningTo sign up for the Waitlist for the Simply Productive Program, go to https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/SPFor more information on the Make Time for Success podcast, visit: https://www.maketimeforsuccesspodcast.comGain Access to Dr. Christine Li's Free Resource Library -- 12 downloadable tools and templates to help you bypass the impulse to procrastinate: https://procrastinationcoach.mykajabi.com/freelibraryTo work with Dr. Li on a weekly basis in her coaching and accountability program, register for The Success Lab here: https://www.procrastinationcoach.com/labConnect with Dr. Christine LiWebsite: https://www.procrastinationcoach.comFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/procrastinationcoachInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/procrastinationcoach/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@procrastinationcoachThe Success Lab: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/labSimply Productive: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/SP

Send a textWTF IS THE PODCAST FRESH CAFE? - [Comprised of Screenflow and The Gaming Asylum]Chris, Ryan, and Darren sit down once a week to discuss the latest video games, movies and other pop culture news! Between trailer previews, movie and game reviews and answering listener feedback, there's never a dull moment on the Cafe! Grab an espresso, sit back and enjoy! (Eddie, Eddie! Shorten this description). SCREENFLOW>TRAILER ROUND-UP>4:00 Daredevil: Born Again season 26:00 The Super Mario Galaxy Movie9:00 Wonder ManTRENDING> 13:00 Rock Gets Maivia'd by the Academy19:00 Oscars Talk - Sinners, Marty Supreme, Bugonia, One Battle After Another21:00 Oscar Themes Throughout the Years23:00 Timothy Chalamet Didn't Do the Super Hero Gimmick25:00 Best Actor Nominations30:00 Do We Care About RDJ if he's not coming back as Iron Man? 35:00 Dunes Day 41:00 Frankenstein (2025)43:00 Black Lagoon (2006)*49:00 THE GAMING ASYLUM50:00 Virtual Boy (2026)57:00 Virtual Boy original Ad58:00 The Year Nintendo Has Been Having1:07:00 Wal-Mart Leaks 2 Games1:09:00 GTA VI Might Not Have Physical1:12:00 Physical Vs Digital War Continues1:16:00 What Would You Play instead of GTA VI at drop? 1:17:00 Metroid Prime 4 (2025) Review1:29:00 Neon Inferno (2025) Review1:33:00 Resident Evil 4 Remake (2023) 1:38:00 What Are We Playing Next? 1:41:00 Plugs 1:42:00 B-Roll - Look At This, Look At This, Look At This1:43:00 Putting in Useful "Catch-Up" Tools in Games1:47:00 Dude is Running1:48:00 Little Cues that Games Include

I had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Angela Thyer and Judy Simon, authors of Getting to Baby: A Food-First Fertility Plan to Improve Your Odds and Shorten Your Time to Pregnancy. We discussed how nutrition and lifestyle play a critical role in optimizing fertility, and why taking a "food-first" approach can be a game-changer for those trying to conceive. In this episode, we explore how food, stress management, and overall health impact fertility, along with actionable strategies to improve your chances of getting pregnant. Dr. Thyer and Judy share their expert insights on balancing Eastern and Western medicine, the best foods for reproductive health, and how small daily changes can make a big difference in your journey to parenthood. In this episode, we cover: The "food-first" fertility approach and why nutrition matters for conception How stress and lifestyle choices impact fertility and how to manage them The best fertility-boosting foods and key nutrients to focus on How Eastern and Western medicine can work together for reproductive health Practical steps you can take today to improve your fertility naturally Read the full show notes on Dr. Aimee's website. Find 'Getting to Baby' on this website. Do you have questions about IVF? Click here to join Dr. Aimee for The IVF Class. The next live class call is on Monday, March 10, 2025, at 4pm PST, where Dr. Aimee will explain IVF and Egg Freezing, and there will be time to ask her your questions live on Zoom. Other ways to reach Dr. Aimee: Visit my YouTube channel for more fertility tips! Subscribe to the newsletter to get updates Join Egg Whisperer School Request a Consultation with Dr. Aimee Dr. Aimee Eyvazzadeh is one of America's most well-known fertility doctors. Her success rate at baby-making is what gives future parents hope when all hope is lost. She pioneered the TUSHY Method and BALLS Method to decrease your time to pregnancy. Learn more about the TUSHY Method and find a wealth of fertility resources at www.draimee.org.

Today I'm joined by Professor Valter Longo to unpack what actually slows biological ageing, and what most women are getting wrong about fasting, protein, and diet. We explore the difference between chronological age and biological age, how biological ageing is measured, and why chasing extreme fasting or high-protein trends may quietly undermine long-term health. Professor Longo shares decades of research behind the Fasting Mimicking Diet (FMD), explains why most popular fasting protocols may increase cardiovascular risk, and outlines the dietary patterns consistently linked to the world's longest-living populations. This conversation cuts through longevity hype with evidence from human trials, centenarian studies, and 100 years of ageing research, offering a grounded, practical framework for improving healthspan without extremes. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN • The real difference between chronological age and biological age – and how it's measured • Why blood biomarkers may be more reliable than epigenetic ageing clocks right now • What organ-specific ageing clocks reveal about hidden health risks • How long it actually takes to activate meaningful autophagy in humans • Why most intermittent fasting protocols may increase heart disease risk • The science behind the 5-day Fasting Mimicking Diet (FMD) • FMD vs water fasting: gut health, muscle preservation, and safety • Why skipping breakfast is linked to higher cardiovascular mortality • The optimal daily eating window for longevity (and why 12 hours matters) • How often to use FMD for longevity, metabolic health, and disease prevention • Why excess protein may accelerate ageing and disease risk • How much protein humans actually need for longevity • The ideal macronutrient balance for healthspan and lifespan • How nutrition consistently outperforms exercise for lifespan extension • Practical longevity habits around sleep, stress, and lifestyle timing Timestamps 00:00 Intro: Biological Age vs Chronological Age 04:03 Organ-Specific Ageing: Why One Age Score Can Be Misleading 06:15 Autophagy Explained: How Long It Really Takes in Humans 08:59 The Longevity Diet & Fasting Mimicking Diet Explained 11:26 Why Most Fasting Protocols May Be Harmful Long-Term 16:58 Skipping Breakfast, Cholesterol & Heart Disease Risk 18:36 Water Fasting vs FMD: Gut Health, Microbiome & Muscle Loss 35:03 Protein Intake Myths: Muscle, Ageing & Disease Risk 42:46 Sleep, Stress & Lifestyle Factors That Extend Healthspan VALUABLE RESOURCES A BIG thank you to our sponsors who make the show possible: • MitoQ NAD+

Tired of watching deals drag on for months while your pipeline stalls and your confidence tanks?Here's the truth most consultants miss: you're the one slowing down your own sales cycle.In this episode, Melisa reveals the four strategies that help consultants close deals faster without discounting, settling, or feeling "salesy."You'll discover why corporate buyers aren't actually the problem (even though it feels that way), and how the delays, stalls, and endless "I'll get back to you” responses are often triggered by how you're showing up in the sales process.This episode dismantles the myth that corporate buyers are always slow and instead puts the focus back on you as the expert, guiding, recommending, and leading your prospects toward clarity and action.Episode Timestamps:[06:01] Why long sales cycles are usually consultant-created and what to do about it[08:23] The Expert Mindset and how certainty speeds up decisions[18:02] The Foot-in-the-Door Offer strategy to generate revenue faster[25:08] How co-creating proposals with your buyer reduces delays and revisions[31:17] The Account Plan and how to stop winging your sales efforts[38:46] 6 questions to self-diagnose where your sales process needs workWhat you'll learn:The hidden consultant behaviors that extend your consulting sales cycle by weeks or even monthsHow to accelerate B2B sales without being pushy or compromising your valuePractical strategies to reduce proposal rework and rescoping delaysHow to lead the buying process with confidence and clarityWhy adopting an expert mindset shortens decision timelinesHow to diagnose and fix weak points in your sales processTopics covered: sales cycle management, consulting business development, B2B sales strategies, client acquisition for consultants, shortening sales timelines, proposal management, consulting sales process, expert positioningStop losing deals to delay. Listen to Episode 256 now and take back control of your sales timeline before another month slips by.Mentioned ResourcesCompanion Resource: Read Chapter 10 in Melisa's book, Grow Your Consulting Business: The 14-Step Roadmap to Make Your Independent Consulting Goals a Reality, https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CSXJBGVB    Full Show Notes: https://shownotes.melisaliberman.com/episode-256Melisa's Books, Planners & Journals: https://linktr.ee/melisalibermanMentioned in this Episode: Episode 159 - Shorten the Consulting Sales Cycle by Offering a Diagnostic, https://shownotes.melisaliberman.com/episode-159/#more-2340 Want help achieving your consulting business goals? Melisa can help. Click here for more on coaching tailored to you as an independent consulting business owner.

Today on Inside Politics, we welcome back former opposition leader Bill Shorten, who is now the Vice Chancellor of the University of Canberra.It's a timely moment to have Shorten on the podcast as he obliquely (very obliquely, we stress) came up in the Epstein files this week.Strangely, in the massive dump of new documents from the files, there is a text message exchange between Steve Bannon, the former strategist for Donald Trump, and paedophile Jeffrey Epstein.In the messages, Bannon boasts that he spoke to Australian billionaire mining magnate Clive Palmer on his disruptive $80 million advertising campaign during the 2019 federal election.This was the election contested by Shorten, and we asked him what he thought.Joining host Jacqueline Maley for this discussion is chief political correspondent Paul Sakkal.Subscribe to The Age & SMH: https://subscribe.smh.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on Inside Politics, we welcome back former opposition leader Bill Shorten, who is now the Vice Chancellor of the University of Canberra.It's a timely moment to have Shorten on the podcast as he obliquely (very obliquely, we stress) came up in the Epstein files this week.Strangely, in the massive dump of new documents from the files, there is a text message exchange between Steve Bannon, the former strategist for Donald Trump, and paedophile Jeffrey Epstein.In the messages, Bannon boasts that he spoke to Australian billionaire mining magnate Clive Palmer on his disruptive $80 million advertising campaign during the 2019 federal election.This was the election contested by Shorten, and we asked him what he thought.Joining host Jacqueline Maley for this discussion is chief political correspondent Paul Sakkal.Subscribe to The Age & SMH: https://subscribe.smh.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clarity first. Strategy second. Book a free Biz Breakthru Call.   What if your audience trusted you before you ever pitched an offer? In this episode of Money Magnet Mama, I'm joined by Mariana, Brand Video Strategist and Founder of BrandMagnetic, to talk about one of the most powerful (and overlooked) tools in online business: the brand video. This isn't a sales video. It's not a funnel. And it doesn't rely on pressure or pitching. Instead, it builds deep trust, emotional connection, and resonance—so your offers feel like an easy yes. In this episode, we cover: Why most lead magnets fail to create real trust How brand videos pre-sell your offers without pitching The four trust triggers that shorten the sales cycle Why human connection matters more than ever in the AI era Where brand videos fit inside your business ecosystem If you've ever felt like people follow you but don't convert—or that your content isn't fully communicating who you are—this conversation will shift how you think about marketing.

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with Michael O'Neal & Mircea Morariu Winter pickleball isn't just “pickleball but colder.” The ball plays faster and harder, touch shots behave differently, and the injury risk spikes if you warm up like it's July. In this episode, Michael O'Neal and Mircea Morariu break down the practical adjustments that help you stay loose, keep the ball in, and win more points when temperatures drop. Why staying warm directly reduces mistakes and injury risk Hands are everything: glove vs no glove, grip tweaks, and maintaining dexterity Layering that works for movement: base layer (compression or Under Armour style) insulation (fleece) optional shell for wind the underrated puffy vest for pickleball Hats and headbands for heat retention Why your warm-up should be 2–3x longer in cold weather Off-court warmups: bike, jumping jacks, jump rope On-court dynamic warmups: lateral shuffles, staying low Keeping blood flowing between points (the “bounce” habit used by top pros) Why cold weather injuries are more common—especially over age 40 Plastic stiffens → ball feels harder Less dwell time → less spin and control Ball flies faster with less resistance Bounce becomes less predictable Expect balls to crack more (especially outdoor balls like Dura and Franklin X-40) Shorten your backswing More compact strokes Choke up on the paddle for better touch Expect weird timing on volleys, dinks, and resets Use safer, more consistent drop mechanics Drives often beat drops in cold weather Pressure creates more popups than usual Attack knees, thighs, body more than perfect feet Shorter points favor aggressive modern players Reduce sidelines by 15–20% — aim bigger, safer targets Consider standing slightly off the kitchen line for reaction time Hot paddles become even hotter in the cold Softer control paddles can be easier to manage Consider keeping a “winter paddle” in your bag Hand warmers (QB-style) can be a real advantage Stop trying to play “summer pickleball” in winter Expect your touch to feel off Simplify everything Play higher margin shots Give yourself grace — conditions matter Cold weather still dehydrates you Lower blood volume = higher injury risk Hydration keeps tissues elastic and responsive Expect balls to crack more → bring extras Warm up longer, stay warm between points Shorten your swing, reduce power Less spin, more popups Drives and pressure outperform patient grinding Improve margins, aim safer Keep hands warm Hydrate like it's summer Shorter points usually win Cold weather favors players who: simplify stay aggressive warm up properly and adapt instead of fighting conditions Winter pickleball isn't worse — it's just different. And if you adjust, it can absolutely become an edge. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This podcast is all about the last 4 hours of your day, everyday.   There is so much focus on morning routines. What time you wake up, what you drink, what you journal, what workout you do, what affirmation you say.   But the truth is, your day doesn't start in the morning.  Your day starts the night before.   Most of us begin the day with good energy, good intentions, and some level of clarity. But by the end of the day, we are tired. We are mentally full. We have made hundreds of decisions. We don't have the same motivation, discipline, or emotional capacity.   And that is exactly why the last four hours matter so much.   If there is no system for the end of your day, you default to your phone, wandering around, tinkering in the kitchen, the noise, the chaos, the scrolling, and this low level stress that never really shuts off.   What if instead, you had a plan for the last four hours of your day.   The way you end your day determines how you sleep. How you sleep determines how you wake up. How you wake up determines how you show up. And how you show up determines the quality of your life.   This episode is about designing the last four hours of your day so your life feels calmer, your mornings feel clearer, your relationships feel more connected, and your body and mind actually get the recovery they need.   We are going to walk through how to build a simple last four hours plan, what it should include, and how to follow it even when you're exhausted.   Because stress is not just emotional. It's biological. And protecting your peace is not optional. It's foundational.   So let's talk about how to intentionally design the last four hours of your day and why it might be the most powerful life upgrade you haven't made yet.   Not a productivity plan. Not a hustle harder plan.   A life design plan.   A plan that supports high quality sleep. A plan that prepares tomorrow before it gets here. A plan that builds connection instead of distance. A plan that helps your nervous system come down. A plan that lets you clock out from output and clock into recovery.   Jesse Itzler says that your morning self is counting on your evening self. And I love that because it's true. Your tired self should not be running your life. Your intentional self should be protecting your future self.     ***Why the Last Four Hours Matter   • Energy and willpower are lowest at the end of the day • Without a plan, we drift • Drifting usually leads to scrolling, snacking, low level anxiety, and unfinished mental loops • The last four hours directly affect ◦ Sleep quality ◦ Emotional regulation ◦ Relationship connection ◦ How you wake up • When evenings are chaotic, mornings are reactive • When evenings are intentional, mornings are peaceful     ***The Reframe: This Is Not About Doing More   • This is not about squeezing productivity out of every minute • This is about clocking out from output and shifting into recovery • The last four hours are for ◦ Decompression ◦ Nervous system regulation ◦ Reflection ◦ Connection ◦ Preparation • Jesse Itzler teaches that planning the next day at night removes decision fatigue from the morning • Your tired self should not be making big life decisions • Your clear evening self should be protecting your future self     ***The Core Pillars of a Powerful Last Four Hours   -Preparation for Tomorrow   • Write down tomorrow's plan • Appointments, priorities, and non negotiables • Identify your top three outcomes for the next day • Decide what "a win" looks like before you go to sleep • Lay out clothes, bags, or materials when possible • Jesse Itzler's core idea: when you wake up, you should already know exactly what you're stepping into     -Body and Mind Recovery   • High quality sleep starts long before your head hits the pillow • Evenings should signal safety and shutdown to the nervous system • Examples ◦ Hot bath or shower ◦ Stretching or gentle movement ◦ Skincare or body care rituals ◦ Reading instead of scrolling ◦ Breathwork or prayer • This is where longevity, hormones, mood, and mental clarity are built • Stress is not just emotional. It is biological     -Connection and Presence   • The last four hours are prime time for relationships • Conversation without devices • Time with your kids, partner, or yourself • Unpacking the day • Celebrating wins • Laughing • Being seen and seeing others • This is where emotional safety and closeness are built     -Light Closure and Organization   • Small resets prevent big overwhelm • Ten minutes a night beats weekend purges • Examples ◦ Resetting the kitchen ◦ Tidying a room ◦ Prepping coffee ◦ Organizing a bag • Order in your environment creates order in your mind • You are either setting tomorrow up or stealing from it       ***How to Stay Consistent When You're Tired   • You will not always feel motivated • That is why you need a written plan • The plan becomes your autopilot • On hard nights ◦ Lower the bar, do not quit ◦ Shorten the routine ◦ Protect sleep first ◦ Still plan tomorrow • Consistency beats intensity • Repetition turns effort into identity   It's time to make your list!!   Remember…  ◦ The last four hours are not throwaway time ◦ They are design time ◦ They are recovery time ◦ They are relationship time ◦ They are future building time   It's such a powerful way to enjoy more fulfillment & joy in your life.   CHEERS to your best 4 hours of the day, everyday! 

If you're building software in the AI era, speed is everywhere—and that's exactly why discipline matters more than ever. In Part 2 of our interview with Angelo Zanetti, one strategy keeps coming up as the smartest path for founders and product teams: go web first. You validate demand faster, avoid app-store friction, and you get a clearer signal before you spend real money on the mobile "tax."  About Angelo Zanetti Angelo Zanetti is the co-founder and CEO of Elemental, a South African-based software development agency helping startups and scaleups worldwide bring digital products to life. Since 2005, his team has specialized in building scalable, high-performance web apps and software platforms that solve complex business problems. With deep technical knowledge and strategic thinking, Angelo has helped founders launch bespoke software products that are lean, user-focused, and future-ready. He's served on boards including BISA and Entrepreneurs' Organisation Cape Town, and he's a proud member of the global founder community OPUS. Go web first in the AI era AI is changing how teams build, but it doesn't change what makes a product succeed. Angelo's take is balanced: AI can absolutely make developers faster—but it can also make mistakes bigger if you don't have the experience to catch what's wrong.  He shares a story that captures the risk perfectly: a developer using Cursor accidentally had the database dropped and recreated. The tool didn't intend harm—it simply took a destructive shortcut with confidence.  Go web first and use AI like an amplifier. In the hands of an experienced developer, AI accelerates delivery. In the hands of someone guessing, it accelerates failure.  Go web first when you're still validating demand If the goal is traction, the fastest route is often not a mobile app. Angelo points out that mobile adds overhead: submissions take time, changes can slow down release cycles, and testing requires compiles plus device/emulator workflows that can drag early iterations.  When you go web first, you can ship faster, adjust faster, and learn faster. That matters when you're still figuring out what users actually value. Avoid app-store friction App stores introduce delays and rules. Even when you do everything right, you're waiting on review cycles and dealing with policies that can change. By starting on the web, you keep your feedback loop tight and your roadmap in your control. Shorten the feedback loop This is the hidden advantage: going web first makes iteration feel like steering instead of guessing. You can test onboarding, pricing pages, feature positioning, and workflows in days—not weeks—then respond to what real users do, not what you hope they do. Go web first, but use AI safely AI doesn't remove the need for senior judgment. Angelo's point is that experienced developers still matter because the hard part is translation—turning vision into structure, edge cases, and maintainable architecture.  AI can accelerate progress—go web first with guardrails Go web first and set guardrails early: backups, version control, review practices, and clear boundaries for what AI can touch. Tools can generate code quickly, but your team still owns security, data safety, and reliability. Mistakes are cheaper to fix When you're validating, mistakes are inevitable. The goal is to make them inexpensive. A web-first approach keeps the cost of change lower, so you don't "lock in" bad assumptions behind a costly mobile release cycle. Go web first by planning like an architect Angelo uses a metaphor that founders immediately get: building software is like building a house—you don't start by putting up walls. You start with an architect.  Planning is a real deliverable: scope, user journeys, exceptions, and specifications. It's often undervalued because it's not as tangible as code, but Angelo calls it key to success—especially if you want to scale later without rebuilding from scratch.  Start with a clear scope and user journeys Go web first with a simple, documented path: who the user is, what outcome they want, and what steps they take. When the journey is clear, the MVP stays focused—and your team can defend scope when feature requests start creeping in. Define a foundation you can scale You don't need to over-engineer. But you do need a foundation that won't collapse if adoption spikes. A web-first product can still be built with smart architecture that supports growth—without pretending you already have millions of users. Go web first, then go mobile when users pull you there Angelo shares a practical signal for mobile timing: when people keep asking for it—repeatedly—through engagement, social channels, and real usage patterns, the decision becomes obvious. That's when "it makes sense," not when it's a personal preference.  When mobile adds real value If the web product is solving the problem and users are happy, mobile isn't automatically better. Go web first until mobile improves retention, engagement, or access in a way the web can't. When hardware features make going mobile necessary Mobile becomes the right answer when you truly need what mobile devices offer—hardware-level capabilities that a web app can't reliably provide.  Closing: Go web first, then expand with confidence Part 2 is a reminder that modern tools don't replace fundamentals—they raise the stakes. Use AI to accelerate, but respect planning and safety. And when you're still proving demand, go web first. You'll learn faster, waste less, and you'll earn your way into mobile when the market makes the call.   Stay Connected: Join the Developreneur Community We invite you to join our community and share your coding journey with us. Whether you're a seasoned developer or just starting, there's always room to learn and grow together. Contact us at info@develpreneur.com with your questions, feedback, or suggestions for future episodes. Together, let's continue exploring the exciting world of software development. 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Today on Window Treatments for Profit Hiring is exhausting.Training is expensive.And losing good people doesn't set you back weeks. It sets you back months. In this episode of Window Treatments for Profit, we're continuing our January WWLD series with Decision #3: Stabilize Your Team So You're Not Constantly Starting Over. If you feel like you're always retraining adults on the basics, this episode will challenge a hard truth: the issue usually isn't effort. It's leadership and systems. We talk about why retention has very little to do with perks and everything to do with expectations, standards, and clarity. You'll hear why chaos drives good employees away faster than money, and how strong leadership creates teams that step up, protect your reputation, and carry the business forward even when you're not in the room. This episode is for experienced owners who want: Fewer mistakes and less rework A team that understands the big picture Stability that holds up during busy seasons and hard moments Leadership systems that work week after week, not just during reviews This isn't about being nicer.It's about being clearer. And it's one of the most overlooked decisions that changes profit, time, and control in your business. Shorten response time so problems don't linger. Unresolved issues don't just disappear. They get heavier. And the longer they sit, the more they cost you. In this episode, LuAnn explains why slow response times turn otherwise manageable problems into trust-breakers, how businesses unintentionally train themselves to be reactive instead of professional, and why silence is never neutral in the eyes of your customer. You'll also learn three practical action steps to help you: Prevent problems from falling through the cracks Assign clear ownership instead of relying on memory Close the communication loop so customers feel informed, not ignored LuAnn shares real-world lessons from Window Works, including why some of her most loyal and referral-heavy clients were ones where something initially went wrong — and how fast, consistent follow-through made all the difference. This episode is not about perfection. It's about intention, clarity, and leadership. And it's one of the fastest ways to protect both your profit and your sanity. Our Favorite Links ⁠⁠⁠⁠Windowworksnj.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Exciting Windows⁠⁠⁠⁠ What's new with LuAnn Nigara ⁠⁠⁠⁠The Power Talk Friday Tour 2025⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch the Docuseries!⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.luannnigara.com/cob⁠⁠⁠⁠ Purchase LuAnn's Books Here: Book 1: ⁠⁠⁠⁠The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action⁠⁠⁠⁠ Audiobook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action⁠⁠⁠⁠ Book 2: ⁠⁠⁠⁠A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday Experts⁠⁠⁠⁠Book 3: ⁠⁠⁠⁠A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday Experts Volume 2⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with LuAnn Nigara LuAnn's ⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠ LuAnn's ⁠⁠⁠⁠Blog⁠⁠⁠⁠ Like Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Tweet Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Listen Here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Podcast⁠⁠ Other Shows Mentioned AWDB #68 Chad James AWDB #634 Jessica Harling AWDB #983 Kathy Kuo

Send us a textThis video features a discussion on the critical role of advertising for businesses, particularly with `amazon ads`. The speaker shares their journey, highlighting how utilizing `amazon marketing` services led to substantial growth and `amazon success`. It underscores the importance of a strong `amazon ppc strategy` in boosting any `online business`. After 13 years of struggling with slow growth, this founder shares how Amazon changed her business. Learn why focusing on one product, understanding data, and getting expert help made all the difference. This conversation highlights the power of paid ads and mindset shifts for long-term growth.If your store isn't moving, talk to someone who can show you what's missing in your strategy: https://bit.ly/4jMZtxu#AmazonSellerStory #EcommerceGrowth #OnlineAdvertising #AmazonAds #smallbusinesstips --------------------------------------------------------------------------Want free resources? Dowload our Free Amazon guides here:Amazon PPC Guide 2026 is here!: https://bit.ly/4lF0OYXAmazon SEO Toolkit 2026: https://bit.ly/4oC2ClTQ4 Selling Playbook: https://bit.ly/46Wqkm32025 Ecommerce Holiday Playbook: https://bit.ly/4hbygovAmazon Crisis Kit: https://bit.ly/4maWHn0TIMESTAMPS00:00 – Starting a Business but Not Growing Until Amazon01:00 – Why Shopify Alone Wasn't Enough02:12 – Designing Products from Personal Experience03:06 – The Real Struggle Behind Getting Seen Online04:30 – How Focusing on One Product Made Growth Possible05:46 – Scaling vs. Optimizing Product SKUs07:03 – How Customer Demand Should Guide Your Decisions08:07 – Using Data Correctly, Not Just Collecting It09:28 – Understanding Consumer Behavior to Drive Sales10:05 – Why She Switched to Amazon After Shopify Flatlined11:03 – The Visibility Difference Between Amazon and Shopify13:19 – Amazon Builds Trust Even Outside the Platform14:22 – The Hardest Part of Building a Brand: Advertising15:32 – The Truth About Facebook Ads and Real Reach16:27 – Spending Less and Getting More Through Strategy17:52 – Why You Don't Need to Know Everything Yourself19:04 – Hiring Experts to Shorten the Learning Curve20:17 – Reframing Investment as Growth, Not Cost21:28 – Overcoming Instant Gratification Mindset in Ecommerce22:40 – Advertising is About Data, Not Immediate Sales24:02 – What Tiny Tweaks Can Teach You About Your Product26:03 – There's No Growth Without Advertising in Today's Market27:02 – Trial and Error Is the Only Way to Learn What Works28:08 – Relevancy Isn't Just About Keywords28:42 – Final Thoughts: What the Amazon Journey Taught Her________________________________Follow us:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/28605816/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevenpopemag/Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/myamazonguys/Twitter: https://twitter.com/myamazonguySubscribe to the My Amazon Guy podcast:My Amazon Guy podcast: https://podcast.myamazonguy.comApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/my-amazon-guy/id1501974229Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4A5ASHGGfr6s4wWNQIqyVwSupport the show

Podcast discoverability is changing; old podcast growth tactics are fading, and a new reality is here. Podcast listeners are discovering shows through algorithms! Thankfully, there's a way to create content that will automatically get recommended to listeners! In this episode, Alex Sanfilippo explains the top-ranking factors that the podcasting algorithm favors and how to ensure your show is positioned correctly. Get ready to unleash more organic growth than ever before!MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/367Chapters00:00 From Zero to Thousands: The Podcasting Journey03:16 The Rise of Algorithms in Podcasting06:32 Engagement Metrics: Time on Screen11:44 Strategies for Longer Listener Retention17:21 The Future of Podcasting: Serving One to Grow ManyTakeawaysI went from just a few people listening to thousands.The algorithm in podcasting is a dirty word.Time on screen is the only important metric.Improve your sound and video quality.Shorten your introductions and your outros.Make sure the content follows a narrative.Infotainment is the goal.Be real, be raw, be relevant.The algorithm is going to hold us accountable.Serve that one person the best you can.MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/367

Send us a textEpisode 47: Shorten The Journey: In this episode we talk about our desire to use our own experiences to help others shorten their journey. Take time to listen, take some notes, and apply some steps to your personal journey.

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Today on Window Treatments for Profit In Part 2 of this five-part WTFP series, LuAnn tackles a decision that quietly drains profit, damages reputation, and creates unnecessary stress in far too many window treatment businesses: Shorten response time so problems don't linger. Unresolved issues don't just disappear.They get heavier.And the longer they sit, the more they cost you. In this episode, LuAnn explains why slow response times turn otherwise manageable problems into trust-breakers, how businesses unintentionally train themselves to be reactive instead of professional, and why silence is never neutral in the eyes of your customer. You'll also learn three practical action steps to help you: Prevent problems from falling through the cracks Assign clear ownership instead of relying on memory Close the communication loop so customers feel informed, not ignored LuAnn shares real-world lessons from Window Works, including why some of her most loyal and referral-heavy clients were ones where something initially went wrong — and how fast, consistent follow-through made all the difference. This episode is not about perfection. It's about intention, clarity, and leadership. And it's one of the fastest ways to protect both your profit and your sanity. Our Favorite Links ⁠⁠⁠Windowworksnj.com⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Exciting Windows⁠⁠⁠ What's new with LuAnn Nigara ⁠⁠⁠The Power Talk Friday Tour 2025⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Watch the Docuseries!⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.luannnigara.com/cob⁠⁠⁠ Purchase LuAnn's Books Here: Book 1: ⁠⁠⁠The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action⁠⁠⁠ Audiobook: ⁠⁠⁠The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action⁠⁠⁠ Book 2: ⁠⁠⁠A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday Experts⁠⁠⁠Book 3: ⁠⁠⁠A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday Experts Volume 2⁠⁠⁠ Connect with LuAnn Nigara LuAnn's ⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠ LuAnn's ⁠⁠⁠Blog⁠⁠⁠ Like Us: ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠ | Tweet Us: ⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠ | Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ | Listen Here: ⁠⁠⁠Podcast⁠⁠

The Big Dogs are bringing in the New Year by recapping Celtics All-Star Jaylen Brown's 50-piece against the Clippers and his claim to be the best two-way player in the NBA. Other topics include the Nuggets recent injury woes, a discussion on the NBA season length, as well as the Big Dog of the Month for December is announced.

Following Jesus is not a sprint—it is a lifelong race that requires endurance, focus, and faith. In Hebrews 12, we are reminded that faithful perseverance as a disciple is fueled by a deep delight in Christ. Surrounded by a great cloud of witnesses, believers are called to lay aside every weight and sin, fix their eyes on Jesus, and run with endurance the race set before them. When the journey is hard and weariness sets in, we find strength by considering Christ, who endured the cross for the joy set before Him.

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TEXT US A COMMENT!Most men think accountability is admitting failure. It is not. Confession without cost is just guilt relief, and it trains you to repeat the same cycle. In this episode we break down what real accountability actually is, what it is not, and why consequences are the missing weapon in most men's lives.“If failure stays cheap, you will keep buying it.”HOW ACCOUNTABILITY WORKSYou need five parts. If you are missing one, it collapses.Standard. What are we measuring. Make it specific.Visibility. Can the truth be verified. Secrets breed weakness.Frequency. How often are we checking. Monthly is fantasy!Consequences. What happens when you fail. Not punishment. But a fixed cost for failing.Restoration. How you rebuild with truth, repentance, and a new plan.REAL WAY TO HAVE ACCOUNTABILITYGive someone permission and dont get butt hurt when they call you out!Step 1. Pick a lane.Choose one area you keep losing in. Name it plainly.Step 2. Set the standard.Write the weekly win condition in one sentence.Step 3. Set visibility.Weekly text/call at minimum or meetup is non-negotiable.If the issue is digital, remove hiding places and add real guardrails.Step 4. Set consequences.When you fail, comfort gets taxed! Pick one consequence that hits fast and hard. Examples include removing a privilege for the week, adding an early training session, service that humbles you, tighter check-ins for seven days, and confession to the person you impactedStep 5. Set restoration.Answer three questions every time. What triggered it. What guardrail gets installed today. What is the replacement action next time.4 WEEK ACCOUNTABILITY TRAINING PLANThis is how you become a man who can actually be held accountable.Week 1. Exposure.Write the real pattern. Triggers, timing, location, mood, device, or cope.Week 2. Guardrails.Cut off access points. Replace weak/loose hours with rigid structure.Week 3. Speed.Shorten the distance between failure and consequence.Week 4. Raise the standard.What used to be a win becomes your new baseline. We are not managing failures. We are killing them.“A man who cannot be corrected, cannot be trusted.”SOTD: James 5:16 (ESV). “ThereforSupport the show TDMP SITE: https://dangerousmanpodcast.com/ Grab some DANGEROUS GEAR in our shop https://dangerousmanpodcast.com/shop/ Support the show for as little as $3 a month https://www.buzzsprout.com/2080275/supporters/new Follow us on X for more shenanigans https://twitter.com/TDMPodcast603 Follow us on Instagram for extra shenanigans https://www.instagram.com/thedangerousmanpodcast/ Connect with Matt Fortin & Rory Lawrence Email us at: thedangerousmanpodcast@gmail.com Remember men... Stop trying & start training! Top Men's Podcast for 2024... https://podcasts.feedspot.com/mens_podcasts/

Episode SummaryIn this Think Thursday episode, Molly explores why December feels so emotionally intense and why anticipation plays such a powerful role in our thoughts, feelings, and habits. Anticipation is not just psychological. It is driven by the brain's predictive systems that simulate the future long before it arrives.Using findings from neuroscience, including research highlighted in Neuron, University College London, Stanford University, and studies on dopamine and reward processing, Molly explains how imagining the future changes our emotional state in the present. She shows how anticipation can create craving, heighten anxiety, and influence behavior before anything even happens.Importantly, she connects this science to behavior change. When we understand anticipation, we gain the ability to shape our emotional experience, support our habit goals, and build a stronger relationship with our future selves.What You Will LearnWhy the brain is not reactive but predictiveHow the prospection network simulates possible futuresWhy anticipation activates the same regions involved in memory and emotionHow dopamine spikes during anticipation more than during rewardWhy the holidays intensify emotional forecastingHow the brain treats future you similarly to a strangerHow anticipation contributes to cravings, stress, and anxietyPractical strategies for using anticipation intentionally in behavior changeKey Insights from the EpisodeAnticipation is a physiological experience. Heart rate, dopamine, and emotional readiness all shift based on prediction.December amplifies anticipation because the brain is projecting ahead using vivid emotional memories from past holidays.Many habit patterns with alcohol, eating, and spending are anticipatory rather than reactive in the moment.The medial prefrontal cortex becomes less active when imagining the distant future, which explains why future you feels separate.Mental rehearsal activates the same neural pathways as actual behavior and can support intentional change.Anticipatory framing can influence how stressful events are interpreted afterward.Practical Tools from the Episode1. Anticipate the emotional landscape, not the event. Shift from worrying about what will happen to planning for how you want to feel.2. Rehearse your chosen identity. Imagine yourself acting in alignment with your values to strengthen the neural pathways that support follow-through.3. Shorten the distance to future you. Ask questions like:What will tonight's me thank me forWhat does tomorrow morning's me need4. Anticipate urges with curiosity. Recognize that urges are forecasts of relief, not emergencies.5. Create micro anticipations that ground you. Examples include expecting the first sip of warm tea, a quiet step outside, or the feeling of waking up proud the next morning.Studies and Sources Mentioned2023 review in Neuron on the prospection networkUniversity College London study on dopamine release during anticipatory uncertaintyStanford University research on future self representation in the brainStudies from the University of Michigan and Max Planck Institute on dopamine and anticipation2024 Psychological Science study on anticipatory framing and stress interpretation ★ Support this podcast ★

In this episode of The Public Health Joy Podcast, Dr. Joyee sits down with Silas Buchanan, founder and CEO of Our Healthy Community, a social impact consulting firm in partnership with Morehouse School of Medicine. Their mission: to close the distance between faith-based organizations, community-based organizations, and healthcare stakeholders.Together, Dr. Joyee and Silas explore what it truly means to bridge the gaps between communities and the health systems meant to serve them. Silas shares why a web-based ecosystem is essential for empowering underserved communities through technology, ownership, and collaboration. He also highlights the influence of faith-based institutions in health messaging and the urgent need for community voices in designing digital health tools. This conversation shines a light on equity in research and the transformative power of community engagement in achieving real health equity.Key Points From This Episode:The goal is to bridge gaps between community organizations and healthcare stakeholders. [02:46]Technology can empower communities and improve health outcomes.[08:57]Community input is essential in the design of health technologies. [12:00]Ownership of digital spaces is crucial for community control. [14:53]Equity in research and development is necessary for effective solutions. [20:57]Faith-based organizations play a vital role in health messaging. [23:52]Options are better than money; providing more choices leads to empowerment. [29:54]If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and, leave a review! For more transcripts, show notes,and more visit: https://joyeewashington.com/public-health-joy-season-4/ 

Mozzie, brekkie, arvo, uni... these are some of the classic Aussie ways of shortened words. But why has this been a culture down under? - Mozzie, brekkie, arvo, uni... ilan lang ito sa classic Aussie way na pinapaikli ang mga salita. Pero ano nga ba dahilan ng nakagawian na ito down under?

In this episode of Tech On Demand, host Bill Calkins is joined by two experts from Epicor—a software company delivering comprehensive ERP solutions, as well as CRM tools and a range of supply chain management systems. Epicor truly understands the green industry and partners with garden centers and nurseries to customize business tools. Kerrie Jordan, Epicor's chief marketing officer and Sam Kirkland, a national business development strategist are on the podcast to talk A.I. and ways to take the data you have, digitize it and apply A.I. to use it even more effectively. A.I. has the capability to assist in all fundamental business processes—from product procurement and cash flow management to employee productivity and customer engagement. That's just a snapshot of what Kerrie and Sam share in this episode. Bill and his guests spend time discussing what exactly A.I. means for green industry businesses and applications from other industries can be transformational, as well as ways A.I. can help personalize businesses to level up the customer experience. They close looking to the future and what might be possible as this technology continues to evolve. PODCAST: Artificial Intelligence in the Green Industry (Part 1): https://techondemand.podbean.com/e/artificial-intelligence-in-the-green-industry-part-1-ft-clint-albin/   MORE RESOURCES: Epicor—Artificial Intelligence: https://www.epicor.com/en-us/solutions/technology/people-centric-ai/ ARTICLE: AI—Gaining Back Time: https://www.greenprofit.com/Article/?srch=1&articleID=27602 ARTICLE: Why You Need AI, No Matter Your Size: https://www.greenprofit.com/Article/?srch=1&articleID=27544 ARTICLE: Using AI to Shorten the Customer Journey: https://www.greenprofit.com/Article/?articleid=27702 PODCAST: Next-Level Engagement, Growth & Brand Building with Sam Kirkland: https://youtu.be/P_VMRu0wTHU?si=fBJr9uzxOT4UZu3C

The hottest season is nearly upon us, with Summer kicking off very soon. And with the heat on the way, it's likely water restrictions are on the way as well. So how can you save some water this summer? Kate Hall has a few tips: Reuse greywater wisely. e.g. Collect shower warm-up water in a bucket and use it in the garden. Place a bowl in the sink when rinsing fruit/veggies (use this water for watering plants). Water plants early or late (watering in the cool hours (morning or evening) stops evaporation). Focus on roots, not leaves; plants absorb moisture where it matters. Shorten your showers. Aim for a 4-minute shower; try playing one short song as your timer. A water-efficient showerhead can cut usage by up to 50%. Capture and reuse (keep a bucket near the washing machine or outside to catch rinse water). Wait for full loads: Run washing machines and dishwashers only when full. One less cycle can save 50–100 litres a week. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is retirement making people die sooner?It sounds dramatic—but surprisingly, some studies suggest our health can decline faster after retirement, especially when we lose purpose, routine, social connection, and a sense of identity.In today's video, we dive into the research, the myths, and what really impacts life expectancy after retiring.In this video, I cover:✔ Why some retirees decline after leaving work✔ The link between purpose, loneliness, and health✔ Why early retirement isn't the problem—losing meaning is✔ How to retire and live longer, happier, and healthier✔ Practical ways to stay mentally and physically engagedThis isn't about fear—it's about awareness so we can design a purpose-filled, vibrant retirement. Because life doesn't end when work does—in many ways, it finally begins.Please check out my video about how to add remarkable things into your life! ✅https://youtu.be/mwMV6W_Qn74✨ New here? I'm Maureen, and this channel is all about inspiring people to make their retirement remarkable.   ➡ Subscribe for more retirement inspiration: Life Starts at RetirementPlease join our Facebook Group www.facebook.com/groups/lifestartsatretirement

The secret to breakthrough innovation isn't having more resources. It's all about learning faster. SpaceX went from near-bankruptcy to reshaping a $400 billion industry by compressing learning loops from years to weeks. This isn't just a space story. It's a blueprint for any regulated industry. If you change the speed of learning, you'll change the slope of performance. In this video, I share four lessons and one 90-day framework to compress your innovation cycles from months to weeks. Only 11% of banks have successfully scaled digital innovation, and 70% of executives expect non-traditional players to dominate by 2030. The winners won't be the largest institutions. They'll be those who disrupt themselves first. The question is whether your institution is ready?

www.TeachHoops.com | www.DrDishBasketball.com | www.SportStories.ai In this episode of Coach Unplugged, Hall-of-Fame coach Steve Collins shares why most basketball practices aren't too long — they're just too inefficient. He walks through five powerful changes that can instantly make your team sharper, faster, and more competitive: Start every drill with intent and purpose. Shorten segments to keep players locked in. Make every rep game-like with pressure and decisions. Film practice to eliminate dead time. Always finish with competition to simulate late-game pressure. You'll also hear a personal story from Coach Collins on how trimming just ten minutes transformed his team's energy and focus. Whether you coach youth, high-school, or college hoops, this episode gives you practical steps you can use tomorrow. Sponsored by:

There are few chapters in American military history as daring, secretive, and defining as MACV-SOG, the Military Assistance Command-Vietnam, Studies and Observations Group. A small band of elite Green Berets who operated deep behind enemy lines, often without acknowledgment, and always with extraordinary courage.These men were tasked with missions that had never been done before and might never be done again. Their work in Laos, Cambodia, and Vietnam forged the tactics, technology, and mindset that would become the DNA of modern Special Operations.But when they came home, many faced a different kind of battle. The Vietnam era brought with it a complex legacy, one of heroism and heartbreak, pride and pain. Some became business and political leaders; others struggled for decades to find peace. Yet through it all, the brotherhood forged in MACV-SOG never wavered.Live from the 2nd Annual Stars and Stripes Classic, we sat down with Doug Godshall and Jim Shorten, two veterans of MACV-SOG, to honor their service, preserve their stories, and remind today's Green Berets what courage, sacrifice, and innovation truly mean.This episode is about the origins of Special Forces as we know them today, the unbreakable bonds formed in war, and the duty we all share to ensure that the lessons of MACV-SOG live on in every generation of those who don the Green Beret.HIGHLIGHTS0:00 Introduction1:42 Welcome to the Stars & Stripes Classic3:06 Defining MACV-SOG5:54 Who were the partner forces?7:20 MACV-SOG Losses11:27 Why Become A Green Beret?14:42 Life Post-Vietnam19:35 Leadership Lessons from MACV-SOG22:54 Honoring MACV-SOG VeteransQUOTES“We had no identification that we were United States soldiers.”“MACV-SOG had the highest casualty rate of any US Army unit since the Civil War.”“We were very dedicated to the Montangards.”“We wouldn't be alive but for our indigenous partners.”“Teams went out and didn't come back. They were overrun upon landing.”“The Vietnamese War was highlighted by a lot of enemy infiltration into our ranks.”“Our generation wasn't supportive.”“I'm one of those guys that likes to continue learning.”“You can never train up enough.”“You can be whatever you want to be if you put your mind to it.”“I think the modern GWOT soldier has a lot of history to look back on and they're going to be better soldiers."“If you really want to run the mission, get all the training you can possibly get.”“We're glad that you're honoring us, but you're honoring you and the rest of the Regiment as well.”The Jedburgh Podcast is brought to you by University of Health & Performance, providing our Veterans world-class education and training as fitness and nutrition entrepreneurs.Follow the Jedburgh Podcast and the Green Beret Foundation on social media. Listen on your favorite podcast platform, read on our website, and watch the full video version on YouTube as we show why America must continue to lead from the front, no matter the challenge.The Jedburgh Podcast and the Jedburgh Media Channel are an official program of The Green Beret Foundation.

Stop calling it strategy. Most leaders are not doing strategy; they are managing a glorified to-do list. In this episode of Reflect Forward, I sit down with Simon Severino, author of Strategy Sprints, TEDx speaker, Forbes contributor, and CEO of Strategy Sprints, to talk about how to lead with clarity, focus, and speed. Simon helps leaders design an operating rhythm that turns lofty visions into measurable weekly wins, all without adding more meetings or complexity. Simon has spent over two decades helping leaders enter markets, scale effectively, and remain competitive in uncertain times. His Strategy Sprints method replaces long planning cycles with focused 90-day sprints that keep teams learning, adapting, and moving fast. It is a system designed for real-life scenarios, where uncertainty is constant and leaders cannot afford to wait for perfect information. Simon reminds us that strategy is not about being right; it is about learning fast. His Focus Card is a simple but powerful tool: one page for your strategy, one tab for weekly metrics. Every Monday, teams set their priorities. Every Friday, they review what is working and what is not. It is a rhythm that keeps everyone focused and aligned, turning strategy from theory into practice. Simon also challenges leaders to build like Lego, not Duplo, modular, flexible, and fast to reconfigure. When markets shift, teams that move in small, adaptable units thrive. That mindset is not just tactical, it is cultural. It encourages curiosity, experimentation, and speed. The beauty of Simon's method is its simplicity. It does not add complexity; it removes it. The Strategy Sprint approach helps leaders focus on what matters, cut through noise, and lead teams that win through clarity and cadence. My Takeaways 1. Plans list tasks. Strategy makes bets. Great leaders take responsibility for the assumptions they make. 2. Measure both cause and effect. Track the activities and the results they create. 3. Shorten your feedback loop. A Monday and Friday rhythm beats quarterly reviews every time. 4. Build modular. Smaller, faster systems are easier to adapt when the market shifts. 5. Seek truth, not validation. Try to invalidate your assumptions weekly. If they hold up, you are truly winning. When I asked Simon what he wished leaders understood about strategy, he said: “Do not try to prove you are right. Try to prove yourself wrong. If your assumptions survive, then you are winning.” And if you want to bring more focus and agility to your team, try Simon's Focus Card exercise. You might be surprised at how much clarity one page can bring. Connect with Simon https://www.linkedin.com/in/simonseverino/ https://www.facebook.com/simon.severino https://x.com/simonseverino https://www.strategysprints.com/ Connect with Kerry Visit my website, kerrysiggins.com, to explore my book, The Ownership Mindset, and get more leadership resources. Let's connect on LinkedIn, Instagram, or TikTok! Find Reflect Forward on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kerrysiggins-reflectforward Find out more about my book here: https://kerrysiggins.com/the-ownership-mindset/ Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerry-siggins/

Join us this episode for a conversation with Stephen Burns, MD, physiatrist, Professor of PM&R at University of Washington School of Medicine in Seattle, and Director of SCI Service at VA Puget Sound. In this conversation we discuss the process of shortening, or expediting, the International Standards for the Neurological Classification of Spinal Cord Injury (ISNCSCI) exam. Most people know this exam, which assigns a level and grade to their injury, as their "ASIA" exam. The paper explaining the process is titled "“Development and validation of an algorithm for item reduction of the International Standards for Neurological Classification of Spinal Cord Injury examination to determine level and severity of SCI" which was recently accepted for publication in Topics in Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation." In this paper Dr. Burns and their team discuss the process by which this rather long exam can be reduced to less than half the items with acceptable accuracy for some, but not all, types of spinal cord injury. We invite you to listen in as Dr. Burns gives an insider perspective on the new E-ISNCSCI, and trust you will enjoy this episode on making an important but long exam quite a bit shorter. Other resources: ASIA's webpage on the E-ISNCSCI: https://asia-spinalinjury.org/expedited-isncsci-exam/Upcoming webinar on the E-ISNCSCI: https://asia-spinalinjury.org/tscir-webinars/

Episode summary Why in‑person conferences still matter in a post‑COVID world. What formats work now: short talks, interviews, demos, strong hosting. How to turn “a great day out” into Monday‑morning change. Guests David Carr — EM physician (Toronto). Leads the Annual Update in EM at Whistler. Focus: inclusive, high‑energy, “hard‑core EM” content. Haney Mallemat — EM & Critical Care (South Jersey/Philadelphia). Founder of ResusX; designs short, high‑engagement sessions that feel like live conversations. Key themes Why travel when content is online? Being in the room changes attention, reflection, and recall. Learning happens in corridors, evening sessions, and next‑day conversations. From lectures to experiences. Shift to shorter talks, couch discussions, live demos, and deliberate hosting. Format follows audience and venue. Programme design starts with the audience. Build for how people learn now. Coach faculty. Pick speakers for delivery and credibility. Strong hosting is part of pedagogy. Good chairs manage flow, time, and psychological safety so the audience can relax and learn. Social learning drives change. Purposeful social time and small‑group evening sessions create the “stickiness” that leads to projects and practice updates. Practical takeaways for clinicians Arrive with intent: bring 1–2 real patient problems to solve. Choose your format: prioritise short talks, interviews, and hands‑on if your attention is fragmented. Make it stick on Monday: debrief with a colleague, write one practice change, set a review date. Present a short “what I learned” to your team. Borrow authority wisely: take clear, referenced points (e.g., contrast allergy/nephropathy policies) back to local committees. Practical takeaways for organisers Audience first: define who you serve; let that drive length, tone, and format. Shorten and vary: fewer bullet‑heavy lectures; more interviews, panels, and no‑slide formats when it helps educators shine. Coach and curate: select speakers for content and delivery; build a pipeline for new voices. Invest in hosting: treat chairs as educators; they safeguard pacing, transitions, and safety. Design the socials: plan purposeful evening micro‑teaching and cross‑disciplinary meet‑ups. Measure impact: mandate feedback tied to CPD; analyse themes and close the loop next year. Risks and tensions Edutainment vs evidence: keep the energy without losing rigour. Access and equity: budgets, visas, disability, and caring responsibilities exclude many; amplify content post‑event. “Too innovative?” Novel formats can struggle with recognition and funding; meet audiences halfway and iterate. How conferences translate to patient care Prioritise topics that solve common bottlenecks. Put change agents on stage with take‑home resources (e.g., clear radiology guidance on contrast “allergy” and nephropathy). Encourage attendees to form local groups to implement one change within two weeks.

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Joe Ostrowski and Sam Panayotovich take a look at the updated Heisman Trophy odds follwoing Week #2 of the College Football season, as a handful of the odds at the top of the board continue to shift. We break down, if Oklahoma's schedule too difficult for John Mateer to actually take home the hardware, a 50/1 long shot and more!

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In this insightful episode of Mr. Biz Radio, Ken "Mr.Biz" Wentworth tackles some of today's most critical business challenges, including the strategic use of artificial intelligence and navigating inflation in 2025. Joined by producer Allan Rogers, Ken fields questions from listeners and provides practical guidance rooted in real-world experience.The episode opens with a clear-eyed discussion on integrating AI in ways that enhance, rather than replace, human talent. Ken also unpacks the current economic landscape, offering strategies to manage rising costs and stay ahead of inflation-driven market shifts. In addition, he highlights key cybersecurity concerns every business should address to protect their digital and financial assets. This episode is packed with actionable insights for leaders aiming to future-proof their organizations.Key Takeaways:-Implement AI as an assistant to enhance team capabilities, making them more effective, not redundant.-Regularly review pricing and supplier contracts to stay ahead of inflation trends, ensuring financial stability.-mall to medium businesses must prioritize cybersecurity as they are frequent targets of data breaches.-Shorten the payable-receivable cycle to improve cash flow, essential for sustaining operations efficiently.-TikTok remains a valuable platform for business outreach, evolving to support diverse content types.

Send us a textExtended Caffeine for Apnea in Moderately Preterm Infants: The MoCHA Randomized Clinical Trial.Carlo WA, Eichenwald EC, Carper BA, Bell EF, Keszler M, Patel RM, Sánchez PJ, Goldberg RN, D'Angio CT, Van Meurs KP, Hibbs AM, Ambalavanan N, Cosby SS, Newman NS, Vohr BR, Walsh MC, Das A, Ohls RK, Fuller J, Rysavy MA, Ghavam S, Brion LP, Puopolo KM, Moore R, Baack ML, Colaizy TT, Baserga M, Osman AF, Merhar SL, Poindexter BB, DeMauro SB, Kumar V, Cotten CM; Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development Neonatal Research Network.JAMA. 2025 Jun 24;333(24):2154-2163. doi: 10.1001/jama.2025.5791.PMID: 40294395 Clinical Trial.Support the showAs always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below. Enjoy!

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0:00 - Brett learned a valuable lesson recently: everyone on the Internet is an expert in everything INCLUDING how to properly construct an NBA front office. The angry mob doesn't like the Nuggets Co-GM strategy, and they're all experts on the subject, so they're all correct. Bob Myers was the only candidate, and the Nuggets blew it. At least Brett understands it now!14:15 - Colin Cowherd has an idea to reduce all these Achilles injuries in the NBA: shorter the playoffs.33:44 - Who are the best "Dickie"s in sports history?

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Starting Lineup: NBA looking less and less rigged in the NBA playoffs How aggresive do Big12 & ACC commissioners need to be? What You May Have Missed