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It's In the News.. a look at the top headlines and stories in the diabetes community. This week's top stories: It's World Diabetes Day and we have a LOT of news to get to! Daily oral insulin tested to prevent T1D, mothers and sons and a T1D link, stem cell updates, Tandem Android news, Omnipod's workplace campaign and more! Find out how to submit your Community Commercial Find out more about Moms' Night Out  Please visit our Sponsors & Partners - they help make the show possible! Learn more about Gvoke Glucagon Gvoke HypoPen® (glucagon injection): Glucagon Injection For Very Low Blood Sugar (gvokeglucagon.com) Omnipod - Simplify Life Learn about Dexcom   Check out VIVI Cap to protect your insulin from extreme temperatures The best way to keep up with Stacey and the show is by signing up for our weekly newsletter: Sign up for our newsletter here Here's where to find us: Facebook (Group) Facebook (Page) Instagram Twitter Check out Stacey's books! Learn more about everything at our home page www.diabetes-connections.com  Reach out with questions or comments: info@diabetes-connections.com Episode transcription with links:   Hello and welcome to Diabetes Connections In the News! I'm Stacey Simms and every other Friday I bring you a short episode with the top diabetes stories and headlines happening now. It's world diabetes day! It is marked every year on 14 November, the birthday of Sir Frederick Banting, who co-discovered insulin along with Charles Best in 1922.   WDD was created in 1991 by International Diabetes Federation (IDF) and the World Health Organization and became an official United Nations Day in 2006 with the passage of United Nations Resolution 61/225. There will be a ton of stuff in your feeds today and that's great! I'm going to keep this to a pretty normal in the news episode.. although I do have my own World Diabetes Day announcement – I want YOUR community commercials. You could have an ad for your event or your blog or your project right here! There's a post on the website explaining it all and I'll come back at the end of the episode and tell you more. XX The Primary Oral Insulin Trial (POInT) is the first large-scale clinical trial to test whether giving at-risk children daily oral insulin could prevent or delay type 1 diabetes (T1D). Conducted by researchers from Helmholtz Munich and the Technical University of Munich across five European countries, the study enrolled more than 1,000 children with a genetic risk for T1D. Results published in The Lancet show that while oral insulin did not prevent the development of islet autoantibodies—an early sign of diabetes—it was safe and well tolerated. Importantly, researchers found that some children who received oral insulin developed diabetes more slowly than those given a placebo, suggesting potential protective effects in certain genetic subgroups.   Further analysis revealed that the response to treatment depended on the child's insulin gene variant. Children with genetic versions that raise diabetes risk appeared to benefit, showing delayed onset of the disease, while those without the risk variant did not. These findings point toward a future of personalized prevention, where genetic screening could help identify which children might benefit most from oral insulin. Researchers will continue following the participants until age 12 to assess long-term effects. The study marks a major milestone in decades of diabetes prevention research, highlighting both the promise and complexity of developing tailored, early interventions against type 1 diabetes. XX Joint US-Chinese research looking at generating new beta cells from stomach cells. Upon turning on the "genetic switch," the human stomach cells were converted to insulin-secreting cells within the mice and resembled pancreatic beta cells with respect to gene and protein expression. Encouragingly, when those experiments were done with diabetic mice, insulin secreted from the transformed human cells helped control blood sugar levels and ameliorated diabetes. The scientists hope that a similar approach can be taken to convert cells from a patient's own stomach into insulin-secreting cells directly within the body. Importantly, additional studies are needed to address if this approach is safe and effective to be used in patients. https://www.technologynetworks.com/cell-science/news/human-stomach-cells-tweaked-to-make-insulin-406694 XX A new study in Nature Metabolism may help explain why children born to mothers with type 1 diabetes are less likely to develop the disease early in life compared to those whose fathers or siblings have it. Researchers looked at nearly 2,000 mothers and their children and found that  kids whose moms have type 1 diabetes show changes in their DNA that may actually help protect them. These aren't genetic mutations, but epigenetic changes — chemical tags that turn certain genes on or off. The study found these changes in genes tied to the immune system and type 1 diabetes risk, suggesting that a mother's condition during pregnancy can shape her child's immune response in a protective way. Scientists identified more than 500 areas of DNA where these changes occurred, many in regions that control how the body's immune system works. Most of the changes appeared to calm down the kind of overactive immune response that leads to type 1 diabetes. Researchers even created a "methylation score" to help measure this protective effect. They say the next step is to confirm these results in more diverse groups and figure out exactly how these DNA changes help prevent early diabetes. https://www.news-medical.net/news/20251110/Maternal-type-1-diabetes-may-protect-children-from-developing-the-disease.aspx XX A new study from Karolinska Institutet and Stockholm University reveals that sons born to mothers with type 1 diabetes may develop early vascular dysfunction—independently of metabolic health. The finding may help shape future strategies to prevent cardiovascular disease early in life.     Children of women with type 1 diabetes are known to be at increased risk of developing cardiovascular diseases. This new study, published in Cell Reports Medicine, is the first to show that the risk is linked to early dysfunction in blood vessel cells in sons, even before any metabolic issues arise. The team is now investigating the long-term effects of maternal diabetes, with a particular focus on why sons seem to be affected earlier than daughters. https://medicalxpress.com/news/2025-11-sons-mothers-diabetes-early-vascular.html XX A new study presented at Kidney Week 2025 has shown that the drug finn-uh-near-own  a nonsteroidal mineralocorticoid-receptor antagonist, significantly reduced albuminuria—a key marker of kidney damage—in people with type 1 diabetes (T1D) and chronic kidney disease (CKD). This is the first major breakthrough for this population in more than 30 years. Researchers found that patients taking finerenone saw a 25% average reduction in albuminuria compared to placebo, an improvement that suggests a lower long-term risk for dialysis or kidney transplant. The phase 3 FINE-ONE trial involved 242 adults with T1D and CKD, and results showed benefits as early as three months. The drug was generally well tolerated, with side effects similar to those seen in patients with type 2 diabetes, though mild hyperkalemia (high potassium levels) was slightly more common. Experts say the findings could change the way doctors treat kidney complications in type 1 diabetes, an area that hasn't seen new therapies since the early 1990s. Currently, treatment options rely on blood pressure and blood sugar management, along with renin-angiotensin system (RAS) inhibitors. Finerenone, which is already approved for type 2 diabetes-related CKD, targets overactivation of a receptor that drives kidney damage. Based on these results, Bayer plans to seek FDA approval in 2026 for use in people with T1D and CKD. Researchers and clinicians alike are calling the study "groundbreaking," noting that it opens the door to future research on how finerenone might not just slow kidney decline—but possibly prevent it altogether. https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/finerenone-offers-hope-kidney-disease-type-1-diabetes-2025a1000uzi?form=login   XX This week, Tandem Diabetes Care (Nasdaq:TNDM) announced a major milestone for its Mobi miniature durable insulin pump system. San Diego-based Tandem revealed that it received FDA approval for the Android version of its Mobi mobile app. Clearance brings Mobi — which the company describes as the world's smallest, durable automated insulin delivery system — to more users. The pump, which pairs with Tandem's Control-IQ+ algorithm, previously worked with iOS software.   Tandem — one of the largest diabetes tech companies in the world — expects to begin a limited rollout next month, followed by full commercial availability in early 2026. This marks the latest milestone for the company, which continues to expand its offerings and widen its reach within the diabetes patient population.   We had a great interview with Tandem on our previous episode, but as I said at the time, it was coming before their earnings call. So here's an update: The company plans to submit the tubeless mobi to the fda before the end of this year.. possible approval and shipping date is hoped for by middle of 2026. Trials for their fully closed loop next-generation algorithm which we tlkaed abou ton the show should be launched in 2026 The Sigi patch pump will be developed and launched as a next-generation version of the Mobi Great job by Dr. David ? Ahn – he posted on IG after getting a message from tandem CEO John Sheridan? 1. First, the Tandem X3 *is* still absolutely in development, contrary to my speculation In yesterday's video. As many of you appropriately pointed out, there is definitely a market for a 300 unit pump, a pump with a screen, and a pump that does not require smartphone control. So from our brief chat, the sense I got that is that the X3 would be more of a refresh of the X2 with newer components, such as a USB-C connector and better memory, rather than a total redesign from the ground up. In terms of timing, all I could get was that it was "not too far distant in the future," which could mean anything I guess, but at least it's still on the way! 2. Next up, he also reassured me that they are working closely with Dexcom to support the G7 15 Day sensor within the next few months. I suspected as much, but it's always good to hear confirmation. 3. Lastly, he did confirm that Tandem is far along in developing a Caregiver/Follow app to allow the remote viewing of glucose and insulin data from a Tandem pump. He explained that it will be based on Sugarmate, the popular diabetes data dashboard app that Tandem acquired back in Jun 2020. While I don't know if every feature will make it into the Tandem caregiver app, Sugarmate is well-liked for its highly customizable dashboard and highly configurable alerts. Sugarmate even has the option to send a text message or phone call for urgent lows. Regardless, a true follow/Caregiver app will be welcomed with open arms by all caregivers and Tandem users who use Libre 3 Plus. https://time.com/7318020/worlds-top-healthtech-companies-2025/ XX Senseonics submits Eversense 365 – their year long implantable CGM for a CE mark, European Approval and expect to launch there soon. Eversense will be integrated with the sequel twist pump – again I'm hearing soon but no timeline. Intersting to note that one year inseration was approved in the US just about a year ago, so the first patients will be having their CGMs changed out – for the first time – pretty soon. https://www.drugdeliverybusiness.com/senseonics-q2-2025-sales-beat-ce-mark/ XX A confusing study out of Rutgers - these researcher say  metformin reduces some of the key benefits normally gained from regular physical activity. These include improvements in blood vessel health, physical fitness, and the body's ability to regulate blood sugar. Since 2006, doctors have typically encouraged patients with elevated blood sugar levels to combine metformin with exercise, expecting that the two proven treatments would produce stronger results together. However, the new research suggests this may not be the case. In this study, Exercise alone improved vascular insulin sensitivity, meaning blood vessels responded better to insulin and allowed more blood flow to muscles. This matters because insulin's ability to open blood vessels helps shuttle glucose out of the bloodstream and into tissues, lowering blood sugar after meals. But when metformin was added, the improvements shrank. The drug also diminished gains in aerobic fitness and reduced the positive effects on inflammation and fasting glucose. The findings don't mean people should stop taking metformin or exercising, Malin said. Instead, it raises urgent questions for doctors about how the two treatments can be combined and the need for close monitoring. Malin hopes future research will uncover strategies that preserve the benefits of both. https://scitechdaily.com/popular-diabetes-drug-metformin-may-cancel-out-exercise-benefits-study-warns/ XX XX https://www.medtechdive.com/news/Revvity-Sanofi-diabetes-test-Kihealth-seed-round/802133/   XX Dexcom recalled an Android app for its G6 glucose sensor due to a software problem that could cause the app to terminate unexpectedly. The issue could cause users to miss alarms, alerts or notifications related to estimated glucose values, according to a Food and Drug Administration database entry posted Oct. 30. The glucose sensor and the app are still available, but Dexcom required users to update the app to a new version. Dexcom began the recall on Aug. 28. The FDA designated the event as a Class 1 recall, the most serious kind. Dexcom sent a notification to customers in September about the software bug, which applies to version 1.15 of the G6 Android app. To use the app, customers must update it to a new version, according to the entry. https://www.medtechdive.com/news/dexcom-recall-g6-cgm-app/804630/ XX https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/automated-insulin-delivery-boosts-glycemic-control-youth-2025a1000ub3 XX Tidepool partners with smart ring maker OURA.. press release says: to support a groundbreaking dataset intended to be broadly available for diabetes research, with participation limited to individuals who opt in through Tidepool.         Tidepool will pair biometric data from Oura Ring – sleep, activity, heart rate, temperature trends, and menstrual cycles – with diabetes device data, including continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) and insulin pumps. The result will provide researchers with an unprecedented dataset to accelerate the development of new clinical guidelines, next-generation diabetes technology, and personalized care models.   Recruitment is expected to launch in early 2026 through an IRB-approved study. By opting in to this study, participants consent to sharing their data with Tidepool's Big Data Donation Project, where data is de-identified and, with participant consent, shared with academics, researchers, and industry innovators to accelerate diabetes research. https://aijourn.com/tidepool-collaborates-with-oura-to-advance-inclusive-diabetes-research-through-wearables/ XX Eli Lilly launches two new clinical trials for baricitinib. These phase 3 trials will investigate whether the drug can delay T1D onset or progression and will open for recruitment soon. Baricitinib has the potential to extend the "honeymoon period" of T1D, meaning that it could preserve remaining insulin-producing beta cells earlier in disease progression. More beta cells mean better blood sugar management—and potentially reduced long-term complications. JAK inhibitors, including baricitinib, are already FDA-approved for other autoimmune diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis, alopecia, and more. JAK signaling pathways are associated with overactive immune responses, so blocking this pathway may turn down the immune response. The phase 2 Breakthrough T1D-funded BANDIT study was key in showing that this drug is safe and effective in T1D. Importantly, baricitinib is a once-daily oral pill—meaning its use is simple and easy.   https://www.breakthrought1d.org/news-and-updates/two-new-trials-baricitinib-to-delay-t1d/ XX   Insulet is taking diabetes awareness into the workplace. Having found 79% of people with diabetes have faced bias or misunderstanding at work, the medtech giant is rolling out a range of resources intended to trigger changes in how workplaces approach the condition. Lots going on for Diabetes Awareness month.. some notables.. Insulet's "The Day Diabetes Showed up to Work" campaign. based on a survey of almost 10,000 people 79% of people with diabetes have faced bias or misunderstanding at work,.   Almost 90% of people with diabetes surveyed reported experiencing barriers at work due to their condition, and more than 40% of people with diabetes and caregivers said they have workplace-related anxiety tied to the metabolic disease. Around one-quarter of respondents reported fears that diabetes could limit opportunities or lead to workplace discrimination and judgment, and a similar proportion of people said they conceal their condition. https://www.fiercepharma.com/marketing/widespread-workplace-challenges-people-diabetes-spark-insulet-campaign XX New directive issued by the Trump administration could mean people seeking visas to live in the U.S. might be rejected if they have certain medical conditions, including diabetes or obesity.   The guidance, issued in a cable the State Department sent to embassy and consular officials and examined by KFF Health News, directs visa officers to deem applicants ineligible to enter the U.S. for several new reasons, including age or the likelihood they might rely on public benefits.   The guidance says that such people could become a "public charge" — a potential drain on U.S. resources — because of their health issues or age.   The cable's language appears at odds with the Foreign Affairs Manual, the State Department's own handbook, which says that visa officers cannot reject an application based on "what if" scenarios, Wheeler said.   The guidance directs visa officers to develop "their own thoughts about what could lead to some sort of medical emergency or sort of medical costs in the future," he said. "That's troubling because they're not medically trained, they have no experience in this area, and they shouldn't be making projections based on their own personal knowledge or bias."   Immigrants already undergo a medical exam by a physician who's been approved by a U.S. embassy. https://www.npr.org/2025/11/12/nx-s1-5606348/immigrants-visas-health-conditions-trump-guidance XX SAN DIEGO---Nov. 14, 2025—DexCom, Inc. (NASDAQ: DXCM), the global leader in glucose biosensing, today unveiled 16 new diabetes advocates to represent people living with diabetes globally as part of Dexcom's World Diabetes Day campaign. The advocates – ranging from ages six to 68, spanning various types of diabetes, and hailing from four continents and five countries – were selected from 1,000 open call submissions based on their experiences advocating for people with diabetes in their communities. While each person's experience with diabetes is unique, they share a common passion for advocacy – and use of Dexcom's glucose biosensing technology. "Through advocacy, I strive to show others, especially children and newly diagnosed patients, that diabetes is not a limitation but an opportunity to grow stronger, inspire resilience and pursue ambitious goals," said Maria Alejandra Jove Valerio, one of Dexcom's new advocates. "What began as a diagnosis at age seven has grown into a lifelong mission to uplift others." This effort represents the first time Dexcom has sourced voices from the broader diabetes community specifically for its World Diabetes Day campaign, reinforcing Dexcom's history of and commitment to giving real people with diabetes a platform to share their story on a global stage. Through engaging, editorial-style portraits and deeply personal stories, the campaign highlights each advocate's personal experience with diabetes, what misconceptions about diabetes they'd like to dispel and how they want to inspire others with diabetes to discover what they're made of. To prepare for the spotlight, the group of advocates met in Los Angeles for a World Diabetes Day photoshoot which included a surprise visit from Grammy-nominated artist, actor, producer and Dexcom Warrior Lance Bass and author, producer, actress and Stelo*Ambassador Retta. This visit offered the advocates an opportunity to exchange stories and personal perspectives on the meaning of diabetes advocacy and how they live it each day. Behind the lens at the shoot was another member of the diabetes community—photographer Tommy Lundberg who lives with Type 1 diabetes. "Directing this photoshoot was nothing short of inspiring. Each of these advocates has a unique an XX On what would have been the 100th birthday of its visionary founder Alfred E. Mann, MannKind Corporation (Nasdaq: MNKD), in partnership with Alfred E. Mann Charities and The Diabetes Link, announced the launch of the Centennial Al Mann Scholarship. The new program will distribute $100,000 in scholarship funds to support at least 10 young adult students living with diabetes as they pursue higher education in life sciences.   Launched in Diabetes Awareness Month, the scholarship program honors Alfred E. Mann's enduring legacy of innovation, philanthropy, and his lifelong commitment to improving the quality of human life through medical advancement. Deeply passionate about giving back, Mr. Mann believed that his success should continue to serve humanity long after his passing, a belief that lives on through this initiative.   Each scholarship recipient will be awarded up to $10,000, distributed in annual installments of $2,500 throughout the course of their studies. Depending on the length of their degree program, recipients may receive between two and four installments (up to the full $10,000 per student). The first awards will be made for the 2026 academic year.   "Al Mann dedicated his life to helping people with serious medical conditions live longer, healthier lives. This scholarship is a reflection of that spirit," said Michael Castagna, PharmD, Chief Executive Officer of MannKind Corporation. "By supporting students living with diabetes who are pursuing careers in the life sciences and adjacent fields, we're honoring Al's legacy and investing in the future of innovation and care. This program is about giving back to the community we serve and empowering the next generation to carry forward Al's mission of making a meaningful difference in people's lives."   Alfred E. Mann Charities and MannKind will partner with The Diabetes Link to launch the program to serve young adults (aged 18-22) living with either type 1 or type 2 diabetes with their higher education goals. Those eligible will include incoming freshmen and current students pursuing 2- or 4-year degrees. The application window will open in early 2026, and for those interested in receiving notifications, an early interest form is available. More information about the scholarship will be shared on thediabeteslink.org.   "We're honored to partner with MannKind to expand access to higher education for young adults with diabetes," said Manuel Hernández, Chief Executive Officer of The Diabetes Link. "At a time when the cost of college continues to rise, this scholarship helps ease the financial burden and carries forward the spirit of Al Mann, whose vision and legacy continue to inspire us."   Mr. Mann was MannKind's Chairman of the Board from 2001 until his passing in February 2016 and served as Chief Executive Officer from November 2003 until January 2015. Driven by a desire to improve lives and fill unmet medical needs, for more than six decades he founded 17 companies and developed breakthrough medical devices, including insulin pumps, cochlear implants, cardiac pacemakers and retinal prostheses. In 1997, Mr. Mann saw the potential of a dry powder insulin formulation to change the way diabetes is treated and invested nearly $1 billion to help bring Afrezza® (insulin human) Inhalation Powder to market.   About MannKind MannKind Corporation (Nasdaq: MNKD) is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to transforming chronic disease care through innovative, patient-centric solutions. Focused on cardiometabolic and orphan lung diseases, we develop and commercialize treatments that address serious unmet medical needs, including diabetes, pulmonary hypertension, and fluid overload in heart failure and chronic kidney disease.   With deep expertise in drug-device combinations, MannKind aims to deliver therapies designed to fit seamlessly into daily life.   Learn more at mannkindcorp.com.   About Alfred E. Mann Charities, Inc. Alfred E. Mann Charities, Inc. became active in 2016, following the passing of the organization's benefactor, Alfred E. Mann. Throughout his life, Al was passionate about philanthropy and was dedicated to prolonging and improving the quality of human lives through innovation in the fields of healthcare and the use of medical devices. It was important to Al that his success and assets continue to better human lives even after his own passing.   Alfred E. Mann Charities, Inc. (formerly known as Alfred E. Mann Family Foundation) has similarly placed its primary focus on healthcare and medical innovation, as our organization believes this is where we can have the greatest impact on humanity and human health throughout the world. Alfred E. Mann Charities, Inc. is also dedicated to promoting arts, culture, education, and community development across Los Angeles and throughout the world in order to best serve people and this planet.   Learn more at aemanncharities.org.   About The Diabetes Link The Diabetes Link is the only national nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering young adults living with diabetes. Founded by and for young adults, The Link serves this community through peer support, leadership opportunities, and practical, evidence-based resources designed for real life. Its network of campus and community chapters, active online community, and robust Resource Hub help young adults navigate the transitions of early adulthood while managing diabetes. The organization envisions a future where every young adult living with diabetes has

What if your kid called you and said they were going to run a painting business with zero experience? Would you think it was a scam? That's exactly how this episode kicks off with Sigi Loya, father of two YEAA alums (Emilio and Maggie), and a seasoned entrepreneur himself. In this rare, raw, and honest conversation, CG reflects on what it was like watching both of his kids go through the Young Entrepreneurs Across America program: from knocking on doors to managing payroll, to learning hard lessons in leadership and growth. If you're a parent who's hesitant—or even skeptical—about whether this program is too much for your son or daughter, this is the episode you need to hear. Because CG gets it. He's been there. And his perspective will help you see that real growth comes from real challenges. Tune in to hear how this program didn't just build confidence. It gave his kids a serious head start in business, leadership, and life.     Timestamped Highlights [00:03] – "He thought it was a scam…" CG shares Emilio's first reaction to the program [00:09] – Why being a business owner helped CG recognize the opportunity for his kids [00:14] – From roof jobs in Texas heat to teaching his kids the value of work [00:17] – CG breaks down the five business pillars YEAA interns actually experience [00:23] – The surprising leadership growth in his daughter Maggie—and how she changed [00:29] – The key mindset CG instills in his kids: Radical responsibility and self-reflection [00:34] – Why CG pushed Emilio to come back as an exec—and the power of teaching others [00:39] – "What's the worst that could happen?" CG's message to skeptical parents [00:42] – Entrepreneurship vs. employment: The overlooked risks of corporate "safety" [00:44] – Why multiple income streams (and confidence to lead) matter more than ever     About the Guest Sigi Loya is a longtime entrepreneur, business coach, and the proud father of two YEAA alumni, Emilio and Maggie. After a 12-year corporate career, CG launched several businesses and now leads a coaching organization that supports business owners across multiple industries. As a parent and business leader, he brings a rare dual perspective on what it really takes to raise independent, confident, and capable adults—and why the YEAA program helped accelerate that process for his children.

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Die Outdoor-Branche steht nach einer schwierigen Saison unter Druck – doch zugleich entstehen spannende digitale Lösungen. Im neuen SAZsport-Podcast erklärt Sigi Müller, Geschäftsführer von Outtra, wie Industrie und Handel durch smarte IT-Tools noch enger zusammenrücken können. Im aktuellen SAZsport-Podcast begrüße ich Sigi Müller, Gründer und Geschäftsführer des Stuttgarter IT-Dienstleisters Outtra. Seit fast zehn Jahren verfolgt er das Ziel, Industrie und Handel über digitale Tools enger zusammenzubringen und damit ein transparentes Ökosystem für Daten und Prozesse zu schaffen. Wir haben uns darüber ausgetauscht, wie sich die Stimmung in der Branche aktuell darstellt, welche Rolle die Kaufzurückhaltung der Konsumenten spielt und warum trotzdem weiterhin Chancen für starke Marken und Händler bestehen. Ein zentrales Thema ist die komplett überarbeitete Plattform Outtra.com: Sigi Müller erläutert, welche Verbesserungen die Branche auf dem neuen Dashboard erwarten kann, welchen Mehrwert die Markenwelten bieten und wie einfach die Integration für Partner möglich ist. Darüber hinaus gibt er spannende Einblicke in die Entwicklung eines KI-basierten Voice Assistant für das Tool Where-To-Buy – ein Schritt, der die Nutzerfreundlichkeit auf ein neues Level heben könnte. Und nicht zuletzt spricht er über die Vorfreude auf den bevorstehenden SPOKO, den großen SAZsport-Kongress am 24. September in Köln, bei dem Outtra erneut als Presenting Partner auftritt. Viel Spaß mit unserer neuen Folge!

Sigi (Yes, like the yogurt...) is a bicoastal and bilingual Swiss-Israeli-American triple citizen. (Did you follow?) You almost saw her on Unprisoned, This Is Us, Henry Danger, and Jessie, but those roles ended up on the cutting room floor. You can, however, still catch her on Call Your Mother, Girl Meets World, The Middle, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, and the hit Apple+ series Lessons in Chemistry. Sigi has created lots of digital content and won Best Actress for her film Optimistic Realist at the Portland Comedy Film Festival for playing an aspiring actress slash Hebrew school teacher. It was a real stretch. Sigi is a member of Theatre of NOTE and has performed on stages all over LA. Favorite critically-acclaimed productions include The Diary of Anne Frank (Best Leading Actress), Bad Jews, The Immigrant, and Askance (Outstanding Understudy in a Drama). Aside from making people laugh, Sigi can often be seen carrying seven beverages at once and an overpriced diaper bag that conveniently has no beverage holders.On this episode of Mommywood, Sigi shares her experience navigating the complexities of motherhood, from the transition of having one child to two, to the challenges of balancing personal identity with parenting. We discuss the emotional and physical aspects of pregnancy, the dynamics between siblings, and the societal pressures surrounding maternal instinct. The conversation also touches on the realities of being a working mom in the creative industry, the importance of support systems, and the joy found in small moments with children. Ultimately, we emphasize the value of connection, creativity, and the unique journey of motherhood.00:00 The Journey of Motherhood Begins02:49 Navigating the Transition from One to Two05:53 Sibling Dynamics and Playtime08:51 Pregnancy Experiences: The Same Yet Different11:26 The Myth of Maternal Instinct14:28 Balancing Identity: Mom, Actor, and Comedian17:15 The Decision to Start a Family20:10 The Reality of Working Moms22:59 The Challenges of Returning to Work26:01 Finding Joy in the Chaos29:02 The Role of Support Systems31:53 The Impact of Pets on Family Life34:35 Creative Pursuits Amidst Motherhood37:18 Advice for Aspiring Actor Moms40:29 Finding Balance and Fulfillment43:16 The Importance of Connection and Joy

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For Filipino Canadian Heritage Month, the Halo Halo Podcast is putting the spotlight on Filipino Canadian creatives. On this episode Allan Pulga joins Jezzie and Sigi in the virtual studios all the way from Regina,Saskatchewan!  On this warm up, they dive into a 3 part question: What makes them Canadian ? Filipino? Filipino Canadian? From passports to Filipino staple food, listen in on the trio's fun responses to hallmark Filipino Canadian Heritage Month. To find out more about Allan follow him on IG(@regina.bites); on X (@poonisms) and TikTok (@pulgaknows)

For Filipino Canadian Heritage Month, the Halo Halo Podcast is putting the spotlight on Filipino Canadian creatives. On this episode Allan Pulga joins Jezzie and Sigi in the virtual studios all the way from Regina,Saskatchewan! This CBC food blogger (@regina.bites on Insta) shares his immigration story, his journey into becoming a creative and his insights on storytelling through food. Listen in on this lively conversation and find out more about this dad/public servant/sneakerhead/foodie on X @poonisms and Tik Tok @pulgaknows

In this episode of the Finish Big Podcast, Host Mark Dorman is joined by Sigi Loya—an entrepreneur with a remarkably diverse background spanning corporate America, real estate finance, healthcare entrepreneurship, and business coaching. Sigi Loya shares his evolution from a corporate employee benefits expert to founding multiple businesses, including a holistic medical practice and TAB Pittsburgh, a peer-to-peer advisory board franchise. He also discusses launching Affordable Business Valuations with his son to empower business owners with accurate and actionable insights into their company's worth. Mark and Sigi Loya discuss: Corporate to Entrepreneurial Shift: Leaving a successful corporate career to build new ventures from the ground up. Resilience in Business: Overcoming near-failure experiences with grit and the support of peer networks. The Power of Peer Advisory Boards: How TAB helped CG and others navigate critical decisions through shared wisdom and accountability. Succession & Legacy Planning: Why making yourself less central to your business increases its value. Business Valuation Insights: The importance of knowing your business's worth before a sale and how Biz Equity helps demystify this process. Family Business Collaboration: Working alongside his son to build a valuation business grounded in education and long-term strategy. Connect with Mark Dorman: Succession Plus US LinkedIn: Mark Dorman LinkedIn: Succession Plus Facebook: Succession Plus (330)-416-9271 mdorman@succession.plus About the Guest: Sigi Loya is a seasoned entrepreneur and TAB Pittsburgh franchise owner. With roots in corporate insurance and employee benefits, he transitioned into real estate finance and healthcare entrepreneurship before finding his true passion in business coaching and valuations. His mission today is helping small business owners scale smartly, plan successful exits, and realise the true value of their life's work.

Chelle Turingan (Jezzie's cousin and creator of the Halo Halo Podcast theme music) joins Sigi and Jezzie in the Halo Halo Podcast virtual studios for Filipino Canadian Heritage Month. On this warm up–SIMILE, the trio looks for parallels to the phrase, American as apple pie in three parts. Find out who is like, poutine, lumpia, pandesal and a gallivanting teen. This warm up will get your taste buds going! Chelle's documentary Small Town Pride (@smalltownpridedoc) will be screened  @hotdocs in Toronto on Friday June 27, 2025  Check it out and it is available on CBC Gem. For more about this creative, follow them on insta @chelleturingan.

Since It is June and Filipino Canadian Heritage Month and The Halo Halo Podcast invites and spotlights some Filipino Canadian creatives to the virtual studios. Chelle Turingan, Jezzie's cousin and creator of The Halo Halo Podcast theme music joins Sigi and Jezzie in the virtual studios. The trio jumps right into a pop culture catch up to discuss Bond Themes, Hacks, Severance and the new Drag Race format. Later, Chelle shares their career journey and how being a storyteller and their intersectionality plays a pivotal role in their creative process. They encourage listeners to, “Look for the extraordinary in the ordinary.” Chelle's documentary Small Town Pride (@smalltownpridedoc) will be screened  @hotdocs in Toronto on Friday June 27, 2025  Check it out and it is available on CBC Gem. For more about this creative, follow them on insta @chelleturingan.

As Jezzie and Sigi wrap up Musical May, they dive into Filipinos Taking Over Broadway. On their pop culture catch up they rave over Hacks-Season 4, Thunderbolts, Prime Target, Secret Lives of Mormon Wives and what Kellyanne Conway is up to. They segue into their Broadway ep from an earlier season and how Lea Salonga, their queen has found her way back to Broadway and in addition many Filipinos taking over “The Great White Way.” They revel over the representation in  7 musicals with Filipino leads and several who also happen to be Tony nominated. Jezzie sums up how the Filipino language as sonorant and encourages listeners to ‘Sing you heritage.'

#209 - Unser Kopf ist ein mächtiges Instrument. Er kann uns helfen unsere Ziele zu verfolgen. Er kann uns aber auch an uns zweifeln lassen und blockieren. "Du hast ein Recht darauf, glücklich zu sein" - das ist Sigis Mission. Sigi Heidi Hohner ist Psychologin, Autorin und Coach und hilft Menschen, zu verstehen, wie sie sich gut fühlen können - egal was gerade im Leben passiert. Wie wir diesen Perspektivwechsel hinbekommen, uns gut mit uns selbst fühlen und vieles mehr bespreche ich in dieser Episode mit Sigi. Viel Freude mit den Denkanstößen dazu in dieser Folge! Unter folgendem Link findest Du die Beitragsseite: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.iamfasting.de/p209

For our Social Justice episodes this April we decided to focus on the Values of the Halo Halo Podcast in a  four part series, Bravery/Courage, Grace, Kindness and Generosity. On the fourth and final episode,  Jezzie and Sigi discuss the how the previously discussed values set us up to be kind. As they take a deep look of what does it mean to be kind and how it is much deeper than being ‘nice'. As they take a moment of introspection, Jezzie and Sigi discuss examples of kindness in their own life and sharely warm their pop culture examples which include Some Good News, Good Hang Podcast, reluctant Jedi-master Obi Wan Kenobi and Hiccup Haddock from How to Train Your Dragon. For our fixing we ask our listeners, “How do you bestow kindness to others?”

For our Social Justice episodes this April we decided to focus on the Values of the Halo Halo Podcast in a  four part series, Bravery/Courage, Grace, Kindness and Generosity. On the third episode of this four part series, Jezzie and Sigi discuss the value of Generosity and how it is  not only about giving but also working from a space of cooperation. They discuss the bayanihan spirit and pop culture models of generosity including Dolly Parton, Jamie Lee Curtis, Good Will Hunting and Pose. For this fixing this week, we ask listeners,  ‘How can you be generous to others?'

The Busses are joined by special guest Sigi Oblander, a dear friend and one of the founders of Global Outpouring. Having survived the intense hardships of growing up in communist-controlled East Berlin, Sigi has an understanding of surrender that most of American Christianity has yet to experience. Sigi shares some amazing testimonies of what God can do through an ordinary person with a fully surrendered life.Sigi will be the speaker on the opening night of Convention 2025! She always brings a deep, life-changing Word from the Lord, so come join us to see what God has in store! Registration is available on our website.EMAIL: feedback@globaloutpouring.orgWEBSITE: https://globaloutpouring.net Upcoming Events:Global Outpouring Convention 2025 Info and RegistrationGeneration Awakening Youth and Young Adult Retreat 2025School of the Supernatural – Translation by Faith 2025 Related Links:Podcast Episode 26: Freedom with Sigi and David Oblander – Part 1Podcast Episode 27: Freedom! Part 2 with Sigi and David Oblander“Sigi and I” By Gwen Shaw (Book)“Sigi and I” By Gwen Shaw (PDF)“Rich Wounds” by Sharon Buss CONNECT ON SOCIAL MEDIAGlobal Outpouring Facebook PageGlobal Outpouring on InstagramGlobal Outpouring YouTube ChannelGlobal Outpouring on X

For our Social Justice episodes this April, we decided to focus on the Values of The Halo Halo Podcast in a four part series, Bravery/Courage, Grace, Kindness and Generosity.   On this second episode of this four part series, Jezzie and Sigi discuss the value of  Grace and how to allow people to take up space. Upon further discussion and searching for pop culture examples they revisit their favourite series– Ted Lasso and Schitts Creek. For the fixing of the week, we ask listeners, ‘How do you provide grace to others?'

For our Social Justice episodes this April, we decided to focus on the Values of The Halo Halo Podcast in a four part series, Bravery/Courage, Grace, Kindness and Generosity. On this episode, Bravery/Courage, Jezzie and Sigi explore this value and discuss the contrast of the two. The delve deeper and look to examples in fiction, Hunger Games and Harry Potter which illustrate characters exhibiting these values in extraordinary circumstances. For the fixing of the week, we ask listeners, ‘How do you summon your courage?'

In this week's episode of the We Have A Meeting podcast, we sit down with Sigi Hale, PhD – a brain scientist and systems neuroscientist who spent years at UCLA decoding how and why people make decisions. Now, he helps brands and businesses tap into the real “operating system” of the brain to drive better behavior, influence, and results.

“Ease of use is what drives adoption,” Tandem Diabetes CEO John Sheridan explains to Bloomberg Intelligence about what can fuel further insulin-pump penetration. In this episode of Vanguards of Health Care, Sheridan sits down with BI analyst Matt Henriksson for an in-depth interview about Tandem’s Mobi pump, designed for discretion and simplicity, and the AI-powered Control-IQ Plus algorithm, now approved for both type 1 and type 2 diabetes. The conversation also touches on the company’s international market strategy, value-based reimbursement and future product development, including the tubeless Sigi.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode Jezzie and Sigi discuss the animated anthology series of What If and the goal of the diaspora. But first the hosts catch up and Sigi shares some Tortang Talong backstory and his love of The Residence and Jezzie reflects on a horror and a very slooowwww drama he consumed. Plus he reminds us he is seeing Kylie soon! Later they delve into the alternate universes of the MCU and pivot to the alternatives and the goal of the Filipino diaspora. For the cultural fixing Jezzie encourages us to find where and how you can invest resources in the younger Filipino generation that you are around.

The Halo Halo Podcast returns and Jezzie and Sigi are back in fine form. They return to share their hot takes on Oscars 2025. Listen in as they agree that Wicked had some highs and that for once did not watch it live.

The Halo Halo Podcast is back after hiatus! Your hosts are back in action and debrief on The Pitt, Arcane: League of Legends, Schitt's Creek and Sigi's daughter making tortang talong with her Lola. On this ep Jezzie discusses Filipino film, The Kingdom (2024), set in an alternate timeline where the Philippines was never colonized by Western powers and is a monarchy called Kalayaan. Further Jezzie discusses how the film made him think about how there is this emphasis to decolonize ourselves from Western Imperialism, and how there is an emphasis to have a clean break from colonialism. The fixing of the week encourages to be syncretic and combine beliefs and practice.

According to Dean Braxton, the question, “How can I serve you,” is used as a greeting in Heaven. But what does it look like here on Earth as we ask the Lord, “How can I serve you, Lord?” The Busses take a deep dive into this question and look at the Scriptures to see what the Word says about how to serve the Lord. And here's a hint: it's more about the attitude of your heart than just completing the task at hand! When you serve the Lord with gladness and joy, you are carrying His Presence with you and bringing the atmosphere of Heaven into the Earth as you live your daily life. Tune in to hear more about how serving the Lord with joy is transformational, not only for you, but for the world around you!EMAIL: feedback@globaloutpouring.orgWEBSITE: https://globaloutpouring.netUpcoming Events:Global Outpouring Convention 2025 Info – Registration coming soon! Related Links:(250) Answering Listener Questions with Dean Braxton (Part 1)(237) “One of Heaven's Best-Kept Secrets—The Joy of Serving”(26) Freedom with Sigi and David Oblander - Part 1(27) Freedom! Part 2 with Sigi and David Oblander“Deep Worship in Heaven” by Dean Braxton“Prison to Praise” by Merlin R Carothers“The Practice of the Presence of God” by Brother Lawrence (free PDF, modern English)“The Men in My Life” by Olga Robertson CONNECT ON SOCIAL MEDIA

Now many of you long time listeners do recall that Jezzie and Sigi crossed paths at Western. They were  both resident staff members  at the fabled Saugeen Maitland Hall in London ON. Did you know. . . .folklore: SMH was in the Letterman top 10 list, The safety required for SMH Duke is the name of SMH's mascot Let's revisit the origin story. . . .

Jezzie and Sigi bring you another new episode of The Halo Halo Podcast to complete a trifecta of back to school oriented episodes. They discuss two pieces of pop culture based in college/university - With Honours and The Sex Lives of College Girls. Later Jezzie ties in a 2014 study by Filipino Youth Transitions in Canada, Promoting Post Secondary Pathways Among Filipino Youth in Ontario. He discusses some of the findings and poses the fixing of the week, When a Filipino Student goes to University, the whole family goes to University.  How can we accommodate this?

Sigi and Jezzie discuss high school uniforms and dress codes on this warm up and revisit what they wore during the Catholic High School days. Listen in as they discuss Out of Uniform Days and their shoe game in the 90s.

Jezzie and Sigi kick off Season 7 of The Halo Halo Podcast by continuing with the back to school theme and focusing on the FX sitcom English Teacher starring Brian Jordan Alvarez. With a killer soundtrack from hits of the 80s and 90s, the sitcom pulls you in to the life of teacher Evan Marques in Austin as he navigates school life and connecting with Gen Z world. With an engaging group of colleagues including his bestie Gwen, tired Principal Grant Morretti, and gym teacher Markie they deal with wokeness, interfering parents and challenges faced in the public school system. The 8 episode first season is filled with laughs, guest appearance from Trixie Mattel, battling school boosters and addressing generation gaps with millennials and gen z. Later Jezzie discusses Gen Z in the Filipino diaspora and that holding  multiple truths may enable generations to reconcile with one another.

On this warm up, Sigi is inspired while making lunches for his kids and ask what school-aged Sigi and Jezzie list out their top 3 snacks in their lunchboxes. So as they discuss their “baon” find out which treats topped their list!

DSA ist berüchtigt für sein umfangreiches Regelwerk. Doch welchen Zweck haben Regeln eigentlich im Rollenspiel und wann kann man sie getrost weglassen? Darf man Regeln biegen und anpassen? Ein komplexes Thema für das wir uns Sigi als Unterstützung geholt haben

In diesem Vortrag nimmt Siegfried Zimmer uns hinein in drei verblüffende Entdeckung über das Leben von Jesus. Er zeichnet ein faszinierendes Porträt dieses Mannes, der aus einfachsten Verhältnissen stammt und trotzdem seit 2000 Jahren eine unvergleichbare Wirkung bei den Menschen  erzielt. Man spürt Siegfried Zimmers Leidenschaft für diesen Rabbi aus Nazareth, mit der er seine Zuhörer anstecken möchte.  Movecast finanziert sich ausschließlich von Spenden. Wenn du Movecast unterstützen möchtest, findest du alle Informationen hier: https://movecast.de/spenden-givio/. Vielen Dank! Das Transskript zur Folge findet sich auf www.movecast.de unter der jeweiligen Episode.   GEMA-freie Musik von www.frametraxx.de Cinematic by Makaih Beats is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International License. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/deed.de  

Ein Spielplatz im Gundeli wird nach dem 2010 verstorbene Graffitikünstler Sigi von Koeding benannt. Neu heisst der Platz "Sigi von Koeding Anlage". Am Montagmorgen wurde dieser von der Basler Regierungsrätin Stephanie Eymann eingeweiht. 

To wrap up Filipino Heritage Month, here is Part Two of this warm up! Jezzie and Sigi welcome Diyyinah and Carlo from the Filipino Public Servants Network (FSPN) into the Halo Halo Podcast virtual studios to play “A Question in 3 Parts” and the co-hosts and guests reflect on what makes them Filipino Canadian. Listen in as they dive into this ice breaker and find their commonalities and discover their personal thoughts behind these questions.

It's June and in honour of Filipino Heritage month in Canada, we are showcasing Filipino Canadians who elevate and celebrate our community.  Last episode we brought into the Halo Halo Podcast Studios Diyannah and Carlo from the Filipino Public Servants Network who shared their story of how the FPSN was founded.  In Part Two with the FPSN we spend more time talking about how they recruited for the Network and later on in this episode we find out their thoughts on lateral mentorship.   What are you waiting for? Download and put on those earbuds to find out how Diyyinah went old school and cold called people and maybe hear Sigi ask Carlo to share a little of his Texas accent. If you're a current federal public servant of Filipino descent, and want to know more about the FPSN send an email at fpsn.rfp@gmail.com for a monthly newsletter and regularly scheduled events. You can find FPSN on GCxchange and GCpedia, as well as on their Facebook group.

The ponderous season continues. The Sounders lose to the a team who WERE at the bottom of the Western Conference table. Next up are the Loons who currently are and consistently have been in the top 3 of the Western Conference.When is Schmetzer in the hot seat?Who do you trust to fix this?MLSsoccer.com - What the Sounders need to fixNouhou's goal!Join our Scuttlebutt Discord server for fan batter with us and other Sounder fans! We'll ask YOU to fill our Scuttlebutt mailbag. Also, if you want to support the show please join our Supporters' Section on Patreon.Aaron Lingley - @aaronlingleyCameron Collins - @legalmindedpunk

On this warm up, Jezzie and SIgi welcome Diyyinah and Carlo from the Filipino Public Servants Network (FSPN) into the Halo Halo Podcast virtual studios to get their get voices ready for their full two-part episode. They play “A Question in 3 Parts” and the co-hosts and guests reflect on what makes them Filipino, and Canadian. Listen in as they dive into this ice breaker and find their commonalities and discover their personal thoughts behind these questions. If you're a current federal public servant of Filipino descent, and want to know more about the FPSN send an email at fpsn.rfp@gmail.com for a monthly newsletter and regularly scheduled events. You can find FPSN on GCxchange and GCpedia, as well as on their Facebook group.

Since it is June and Filipino Heritage Month, The Halo Halo Podcast elevates and celebrates the Filipino Public Servants Network (FPSN) in a special  TWO PART full episodes dropping this month!  In Part One: Jezzie and Sigi welcome Diyyinah Jamora and Carlo Carandang to the virtual studios to create the “Canada sandwich” with all four of them podcasting from Vancouver, Toronto, Ottawa and Halifax. The co-hosts dive into Diyyinah's and Carlo's immigration stories and follow their paths beginning in Vancouver (Diyyinah) and Texas (Carlo) to the Public Service.  From reveling in the fact that both of our guests worked in stores where their families sold Filipino snacks, Diyyinah shares how the FSPN came into fruition.  Download Part One of this episode now! Stay tuned for Part Two in 2 weeks! If you're a current federal public servant of Filipino descent, and want to know more about the FPSN send an email at fpsn.rfp@gmail.com for a monthly newsletter and regularly scheduled events. You can find FPSN on GCxchange and GCpedia, as well as on our Facebook group.

On this warm up, Jezzie and Sigi hold their cups of tea and rhyme out their top 3 gossip folks in pop culture. Find out who cites Alec Mapa and Jacob Ben Israel in their top 3. They dedicate this warm up to their two real life gossip folk in their friend group–you know who you are because your hair is so big because it is filled with secrets. XOXO.

On this episode Jezzie and Sigi dive into a compare and contrast of Mean Girls 2004 and the Mean Girls Musical 2024, but before they jump into all things fetch and the allure of Regina George, they discuss Jezzie's Monorail Bar Crawl in Vegas, Rachel Zegler in Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes and Filipino Lords in Bridgerton Season 3. As they share notes on Tina Fey's classic 20 year old staple and the newly released movie based on the musical, they revel in an amazing cast, cameos and debate elaborate shownumbers. Later the co-hosts discuss gossip and that in Filipino culture scholars suggest there is gossip and tsismis. Jezzie shares the two-fold value of this concept and observes how it sometimes begs for information and resources to be shared so someone can benefit.

This podcast contains an excerpt from the St. Mark's Lutheran Church by The Narrows worship services on Sunday, May 12th, 2024. For more information about the community and ministries of St. Mark's Lutheran Church by The Narrows, you can visit our website: smlutheran.org

This warm up has both co-hosts share their top 3 pop culture moms. Jezzie also gives Sigi a vocabulary lesson about the ballroom origin of the term “mother.” Find out who tops their lists of sitcom, musical and reality tv moms.

For this month, The Halo Halo Podcast tailored the set of upcoming eps to a Maternal May. Jezzie and Sigi go into the pop culture vault to revisit Mamma Mia the musical, movie and the sequel. Listen in as Jezzie suspends his disbelief and revels in the jukebox musical while Sigi litters the convo with consistent “WHAT IS HAPPENING?!” After much discussion on the Meryl Streep of it all, Amanda Seyfried's dewy face, the classiness of Christine Baranski and Cher wandering into the movie, the convo shifts to mothers and motherhood. Jezzie references Wilfred Galila's essay on the “Power of Pinays” where he discusses how pre-colonial and before the arrival of the Spanish, Philippine Society was seen as Matriarchal. Further, Jezzie discusses the power shared by Filipina Women in the diaspora is a quiet power.  The fixing of the week encourages Halo Halo Listeners to celebrate the Filipina Women in our lives and happy mothers' day to our mothers!

This podcast contains an excerpt from the St. Mark's Lutheran Church by The Narrows worship services on Sunday, April 14th, 2024. For more information about the community and ministries of St. Mark's Lutheran Church by The Narrows, you can visit our website: smlutheran.org

This podcast contains an excerpt from the St. Mark's Lutheran Church by The Narrows worship services on Sunday, March 17th, 2024. For more information about the community and ministries of St. Mark's Lutheran Church by The Narrows, you can visit our website: smlutheran.org

This podcast contains an excerpt from the St. Mark's Lutheran Church by The Narrows worship services on Sunday, March 3rd, 2024. For more information about the community and ministries of St. Mark's Lutheran Church by The Narrows, you can visit our website: smlutheran.org

This podcast contains an excerpt from the St. Mark's Lutheran Church by The Narrows worship services on Sunday, January 28th, 2024. For more information about the community and ministries of St. Mark's Lutheran Church by The Narrows, you can visit our website: smlutheran.org

In this episode of The Brainy Business podcast, host Melina Palmer interviews Sigi Hale who delves into the fascinating world of neurodiversity and its impact on decision-making in the field of market research. By understanding the diverse brain types and their unique strengths, businesses can optimize their decision-making processes and improve their marketing strategies. Dr. Hale emphasizes the importance of self-reflection, recognizing our natural tendencies, and leveraging different decision-making systems based on the situation.  This episode provides valuable insights for market researchers and business professionals who strive to enhance their decision-making abilities and achieve better results. By embracing neurodiversity and aligning roles and tasks with individuals' brain types, organizations can harness the full potential of their teams and optimize team performance. With Sigi's expertise in neuroscience and decision-making, coupled with Melina's enthusiasm for understanding the brain, this discussion offers thought-provoking insights that can revolutionize the way businesses approach decision-making. In this episode: Discover how to optimize personal cognitive abilities for successful market research with a focus on neurodiversity and decision-making. Learn to leverage strengths of ADHD as a variation in brain state orientation to elevate productivity. Understand the link between distinct decision-making styles and their influence on consumer behavior. Realize the pivotal role context plays in decision-making and how to craft tailored marketing strategies accordingly. Recognize different brain types within your team and learn how to accommodate these for optimized team performance. Show Notes: 00:00:00 - Introduction, Melina introduces Dr. Sigi Hale and mentions that the conversation will cover topics related to neurodiversity and ADHD. 00:01:46 - Dr. Sigi Hale's Background, Sigi shares his background and transition from academia to the private sector. He explains how he started consulting and eventually joined Alpha Diver, a market research company focusing on understanding consumer behavior. 00:08:12 - ADHD and Neurodiversity, Sigi discusses how the brain works as a multifunctional building block relational system. He explains that ADHD is not a deficit, but a variation in how brain systems are orchestrated. He mentions the benefits of ADHD brain states and their association with specific cognitive abilities. 00:13:10 - Sports Analogy, Sigi uses a sports analogy to further explain the different brain states and abilities associated with ADHD. He compares task-focused behavior to offense in sports and sensory immersive behavior to defense. 00:14:17 - Impact of Color on Physiology, Sigi briefly discusses the impact of color on physiological arousal and preferences. He mentions that asking someone why they like a certain color may not elicit a clear answer due to the physiological factors at play. 00:15:25 - Understanding Different Systems of Knowledge, The brain has different systems of knowledge: episodic knowledge, semantic knowledge, and rational thought. These systems function in parallel and influence decision-making. The ADHD brain is more inclined towards instinctual and personal experience processes, which can lead to creative and flexible thinking. 00:16:53 - Mapping the World onto Personal Experience, Making decisions based on personal experience and episodic memory allows us to familiarize the world and empathize with others. This process also enhances sensory immersion and can lead to self-transcendent and empathetic experiences. ADHD adults are more likely to engage in this type of processing. 00:18:55 - Shifting Brain States and Neurodiversity, Our brain states can shift throughout the day, affecting our information processing. During ADHD-like brain states, there is an emphasis on instincts, personal experience, and creative thinking. These states can enhance detail-oriented thinking, empathy, and fluid thinking. 00:21:44 - Marginalization of Neurodiversity, Neurodiversity that aligns with ADHD-like processes is often marginalized in education and traditional organizational structures. However, these processes play vital roles in innovation and creativity. Organizations should identify and leverage different features of neurodiversity to unlock the full potential of their teams. 00:24:09 - Optimizing Team Roles, Sigi explains how optimizing team roles involves recognizing different types of neurodiversity and the associated strengths. 00:30:27 - Understanding Neurodiversity in Decision Making, Sigi discusses how different brain types, such as those with ADHD, have unique ways of seeing the world and making decisions. It is important to appreciate this diversity, as it affects how individuals make choices in different market spaces. 00:31:48 - Tailoring Communication for Different Brains, A good salesman understands that different people have different decision-making styles. Some rely on experience and emotions, while others focus on facts and figures. A deep understanding of these differences allows for effective communication and marketing strategies. 00:32:48 - Measuring Decision-Making Styles in Populations, Market research involves measuring the expression of different decision-making styles in various market spaces and cohorts of people. Understanding how these styles change over time and in different situations is crucial for making sense of human decision-making. 00:37:24 - Context and Decision Making, The context in which decisions are made greatly influences decision-making psychology. Certain situations can harmonize decision-making styles across individuals, while others may push individuals to make decisions in different ways. Understanding the context is essential for effective advertising and marketing strategies. 00:40:25 - Optimizing as a Solopreneur, As a solopreneur, it is important to understand your own strengths and weaknesses in relation to neurodiversity. Knowing where you excel and where you struggle allows you to find external resources, technologies, and people to buffer against your weaknesses. It's also important to give yourself permission 00:45:47 - Decision-Making Styles, Sigi discusses the different decision-making styles and how to leverage them. He emphasizes the importance of self-reflection and considering personal experience, instincts, and rational thinking when making decisions. 00:46:13 - Leveraging Different Perspectives, Sigi explains the importance of consciously leveraging different perspectives to navigate the world effectively. He suggests giving more weight to either instinctual or rational thinking depending on the circumstances. 00:47:02 - Conclusion, Melina's top insights from the conversation. What stuck with you while listening to the episode? What are you going to try? Come share it with Melina on social media -- you'll find her as @thebrainybiz everywhere and as Melina Palmer on LinkedIn. Thanks for listening. Don't forget to subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Android. If you like what you heard, please leave a review on iTunes and share what you liked about the show.  I hope you love everything recommended via The Brainy Business! Everything was independently reviewed and selected by me, Melina Palmer. So you know, as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. That means if you decide to shop from the links on this page (via Amazon or others), The Brainy Business may collect a share of sales or other compensation. Let's connect: Melina@TheBrainyBusiness.com The Brainy Business® on Facebook The Brainy Business on Twitter The Brainy Business on Instagram The Brainy Business on LinkedIn Melina on LinkedIn The Brainy Business on Youtube Connect with Sigi: Follow Sigi on LinkedIn Alpha Diver website Follow Alpha Diver on Twitter Learn and Support The Brainy Business: Check out and get your copies of Melina's Books.  Get the Books Mentioned on (or related to) this Episode: Unleash Your Primal Brain, by Tim Ash Solving Modern Problems with a Stone-Age Brain, by Doug Kenrick and Dave Lundberg-Kenrick  Magic Words, by Jonah Berger A More Beautiful Question, by Warren Berger Look, by Christian Madsjberg Top Recommended Next Episode: Color Theory (ep 61) Already Heard That One? 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