Podcasts about silent killers

PHIT Newsletter #4 - The Silent Killer by Emmanuel Baptist Church, San Jose, CA

What is the real killer when it comes to heart disease? Can the right cardiac testing truly mean the difference between life and death? In today's episode, we are joined by Dr. John Osborne, a Harvard-trained, triple board-certified cardiologist and Co-Founder of ClearCardio, to break it all down… Dr. Osborne earned his B.S. with honors from Penn State University, his M.D. magna cum laude from Jefferson Medical College, and a Ph.D. in cardiovascular physiology from Thomas Jefferson University. His postdoctoral training at Harvard Medical School and Brigham and Women's Hospital helped shape his expertise in non-invasive cardiology. Board-certified across multiple disciplines, his work focuses on preventive cardiology, metabolic syndrome, and cardiovascular genetics. Recognized as the American Heart Association's Cardiac Care Provider of the Year and named a Top Doctor multiple times, Dr. Osborne has authored original research papers, book chapters, and delivered hundreds of international presentations. Through ClearCardio, he is advancing proactive cardiac care by integrating AI-powered imaging to detect plaque earlier, quantify risk more precisely, and empower patients before symptoms appear. In this episode, we dive into: What actually causes heart attacks and sudden cardiac death. The role of soft plaque vs calcified plaque in coronary artery disease. Why many heart attacks happen after a "normal" stress test. The limits of stents and why they do not necessarily extend longevity. To learn more about Dr. Osborne and his work with ClearCardio, connect with him on LinkedIn!

Spencer Morris is a seasoned healthcare and business leader who has navigated high-growth environments, culture shifts, and organizational transformation. What sets him apart is the way he marries operational excellence with culture-driven leadership—helping leaders not only get results, but do so in a way that energizes teams and sustains performance. His perspective resonates especially with professionals in healthcare and mission-driven businesses, where people and purpose are inseparable from outcomes.  

Are you slowly drifting instead of leading?In this episode of the Fit Fathers Fellowship Podcast, Ben Barker breaks down the 10 silent health threats weakening Christian husbands and fathers — and one practical, actionable step to fight each one starting today.The enemy doesn't usually take men out overnight.He weakens them slowly — through distraction, stress, poor sleep, low discipline, and isolation.Free Trial to my workout plan.Get my favorite protein here.This episode covers:Phone addiction and digital distractionChronic stress and short temper at homeBinging alcohol and spiritual dullnessDehydration and low energySleep deprivation and low testosteronePhysical inactivity and passive leadershipSmoking, vaping, and addiction cyclesPoor nutrition and blood sugar crashesLack of sunlight and vitamin DIsolation and lack of godly brotherhoodIf you're a Christian man who wants to:✔ Lead your wife better✔ Be more present with your kids✔ Build strength and discipline✔ Improve energy and testosterone naturally✔ Grow spiritually and physicallyThis episode is for you.You don't need hype.You don't need guilt.You need leadership and simple action steps.

 In this episode of the PQS Quality Corner Show, hosts Kerri Musselman and Emily Endres celebrate Heart Health Month by exploring the critical link between community pharmacy, maternal health, and cardiovascular wellness. Their guest, Andrea Brookhart (Director of Population Health and Wellness at Kroger), shares her insights as both a clinical leader and a mother of twins.This episode touches on the Pharmacist as an accessible ally, the "Silent Killer" and prevention, gender differences in cardiac care, the "Mom Factor,” and self-care.Dr. Andrea Brookhart is a community pharmacist who is passionate about helping people live healthier lives.  In her role, she develops and implements Kroger Health's strategy for achieving population health via value-based care.  She believes community-based providers are uniquely poised to improve healthcare quality and decrease cost by delivering preventive healthcare and improving medication use.Dr. Brookhart is a graduate of the University of Toledo College of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences and of Virginia Commonwealth University's Community-based Pharmacy Residency Program a Board Certified Ambulatory Care Pharmacist. 

Many businesses decline not because of competition or bad strategy, but because of internal comfort. In this episode, Brandon breaks down the growth-to-comfort cycle, how urgency fades when things feel stable, and why comfort shows up in both leadership and sales teams. You'll learn how to identify signs of stagnation early, create controlled pressure without chaos, and ask the questions that force evolution before the market does it for you. If your business feels “fine,” this episode may be the wake-up call you need.

Aftertreatment failures don't usually show up as one big catastrophic bill — they show up as downtime, repeat derates, misdiagnosed parts, and decisions made under financial stress. In this episode of The Long Haul Podcast, I sit down with RJ Bordner to break down the real-world economics of aftertreatment from the perspective small carriers actually live with. We talk about post-warranty realities, OEM versus aftermarket tradeoffs, inventory delays, technician variability, and why “good enough” often ends up being the most expensive choice. This is not a product conversation.This is a decision-quality conversation for owner-operators and small fleets trying to stay moving in a market where every parked truck hurts. ⁠Follow The Long Haul Podcast⁠ ⁠Other FreightWaves Shows⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Bismillah,2016. SILENT KILLER PENYEBAB SU'UL KHATIMAHRiyaadhush Shaalihiin Bab 50 | Rasa Takut (Kepada Allah ﷻ)Hadits ke-401 | Hadits Ibnu Mas'ud Radhiallahu 'anhuعن ابنِ مسعودٍ ، رضي اللَّه عنه ، قال : حدثنا رسولُ اللَّه صَلّى اللهُ عَلَيْهِ وسَلَّم ، وهو الصَّادِقُ المصدوقُ : « إِنَّ أَحَدَكُمْ يُجْمَعُ خَلْقُهُ في بَطْن أُمِّهِ أَرْبَعِينَ يَوْماً نُطْفَةً ، ثُمَّ يَكُونُ عَلَقَةً مِثْلَ ذلِكَ ، ثُمَّ يَكُونُ مُضْغَةً مثْلَ ذلِكَ ، ثُمَّ يُرْسَلُ المَلَكُ ، فَيَنْفُخُ فِيهِ الرَّوحَ ، وَيُؤْمَرُ بِأَرْبَعِ كَلِماتٍ : بِكَتْبِ رِزقِةِ ، وَأَجلِهِ ، وَعمَلِهِ ، وَشَقيٌّ أَوْ سعِيدٌ . فَوَ الَّذِي لا إِله غَيْرُهُ إِنَّ أَحَدَكُمْ لَيَعْمَلُ عَمَلَ أَهْلِ الجَنَّةِ حَتَّى مَا يَكُونُ بَيْنَهُ وبَيْنَهَا إِلاَّ ذِراعٌ ، فَيَسْبقُ عَلَيْهِ الْكِتابُ ، فَيَعْمَلُ بِعَمَلِ أَهْل النَّارِ ، فَيَدْخُلُهَا ، وَإِنَّ أَحَدَكُمْ لَيَعْمَلُ بِعَمَلِ أَهْلِ النَّارِ حَتَّى مَا يَكُونُ بَيْنَهُ وَبَيْنَهَا إِلاَّ ذِرَاعٌ ، فَيَسْبِقُ عَلَيْهِ الْكِتَابُ فَيَعْمَلُ بِعَمَلِ أَهْلِ الجَنَّةِ فَيََدْخُلُهَا » متفقٌ عليه .Dari Ibnu Mas'ud beliau berkata, "Rasulullah ﷺ , menyampaikan kepada kami dan beliau adalah orang yang jujur dan dipercaya, 'Sesungguhnya salah seorang di antara kalian dikumpulkan penciptaannya dalam rahim ibunya selama empat puluh hari dalam bentuk setetes air, kemudian menjadi segumpal darah selama itu pula, kemudian menjadi segumpal daging selama itu juga. Kemudian diutuslah satu malaikat, lalu malaikat itu meniupkan ruh padanya, dan dia diperintahkan dengan empat kalimat; menulis rizki-nya, ajalnya, amalnya, dan apakah dia orang celaka atau bahagia. Demi Allah yang tidak ada sesembahan yang haq selainNya, sesungguhnya ada salah seorang di antara kalian yang beramal dengan amal perbuatan ahli surga hingga jarak antara dia dengan surga hanya satu hasta, ternyata catatan (ketetapan) takdir mendahuluinya sehingga dia beramal dengan amalan ahli neraka, maka dia masuk ke dalam neraka. Dan sesungguhnya ada salah seorang di antara kalian yang beramal dengan amal perbuatan ahli neraka hingga jarak antara dia dengan neraka hanya satu hasta, ternyata catatan (ketetapan) takdir mendahuluinya sehingga dia beramal dengan arnal ahli surga, maka dia masuk surga'." (Muttafaq 'alaih)

Jordan and Elliott sit down and discuss the 7 silent Killers on this ep. of the Duck Gun Podcast.

Speeding is an epidemic, and it’s costing lives every single day. In today's Small Town Soapbox, Darien dives into the shocking statistics of traffic fatalities in Georgia and the overlooked dangers of speeding. From rural roads to major highways, Darien shares his no-nonsense take on how small towns can tackle this issue, honor law enforcement, and save lives. It’s a heartfelt, unfiltered look at a problem that hits close to home. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram or download our app to stay connected! www.1011thepulse.com The Porch with Darien and Asa ios App Android AppSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

c02 The Silent Killers in Your Home | Episode 586 Good morning. It's 45 degrees, I'm dragging butt, and today we're talking about something that quietly kills a lot of people every year. Carbon dioxide. Smoke. Ventilation. The invisible stuff. This isn't sexy prepping. This is boring, basic, “why are we even talking about this?” prepping. Because a $20 device can literally save your life. Carbon Dioxide: The Cheap Life Insurance You're Ignoring I was scrolling headlines this morning and saw another story about deaths from carbon dioxide poisoning. It happens every single year. A lot. And here's the stupid part — a CO₂ detector costs like twenty bucks. Even if you don't run a propane heater, even if you think your house is “fine,” they're cheap enough that not owning one is just negligence. Modern homes are airtight. That's great for energy efficiency. It's not great if something is off-gassing inside. We run: A Mr. Buddy propane backup heater On-demand propane hot water Both can introduce CO₂ into the air. Under normal conditions? Fine. Crank the flame too high? It absolutely spikes. We've set ours off before. We've seen it climb toward 150 parts per million. The alarm goes off, we crack windows, levels drop. If we didn't have the monitor? We'd have no clue. That's the scary part. Without a detector, you literally do not know. Backup Heat Means Backup Monitoring If you're running any kind of propane heater — especially in winter — this is not optional. Yes, some heaters have built-in shutoff sensors. The Mr. Buddy claims it will shut itself off if CO₂ gets too high. Cool. I still want my own monitor. That's a belt-and-suspenders situation. Redundancy matters when the failure mode is “you don't wake up.” Also: crack a window. It feels counterintuitive when you're trying to heat a space, but fresh air matters. Smoke Detectors: The Highest ROI Device in Your House If your house doesn't have smoke detectors, I don't know what to tell you. They are cheap. The return on investment is astronomical. The ROI of not dying in a house fire? I'll take that trade every day of the week. Yes, I've had one fail before. I installed one when I built my house, it broke, and there was a stretch where we didn't have one. It happens. Then you fix it. Also: change your batteries. Do not be the person whose smoke detector chirps for three months. Just replace the batteries. Batteries: The Boring Prep That Matters CO₂ detectors. Smoke alarms. Flashlights. They all need batteries. Stock some. I bought one of those zippered foam battery organizers that holds multiple sizes. It's nerdy, but having a full case of ready-to-go batteries is awesome. Also, don't cheap out on garbage rechargeable batteries. I bought some that were labeled rechargeable and either weren't — or were just trash. They wouldn't hold a charge. When it comes to life-safety gear? Buy decent batteries. Combination Units vs Dedicated Monitors Many modern smoke detectors also monitor CO₂. That's fine. Two-for-one is great. Personally, I like a dedicated CO₂ monitor that shows parts per million in real time. I want to see the numbers. I want to watch them drop when I open a window. But if you're starting from scratch? A combo unit is far better than nothing. The goal is awareness. Radon and Other Invisible Problems Carbon dioxide isn't the only invisible threat. Radon is real. I've watched a YouTube renovation series where a homeowner tested high radon levels in a basement before sealing and fixing it. That's something you may want to test, depending on where you live. Ventilation matters. Fresh air matters. And if you have natural gas? Know where your emergency shutoff is. That's non-negotiable. Final Thoughts This episode isn't dramatic. It's not about collapse. It's about not dying from something preventable. Buy a CO₂ detector.Test your smoke alarms.Stock batteries.Know your shutoffs.Crack a window when running propane. Preparedness isn't always about big disasters. Sometimes it's about the invisible stuff quietly building up in your own house. This is James from SurvivalPunk.com.DIY to survive. Amazon Item OF The Day Carbon Monoxide Detector,Portable CO Alarm CO Gas Monitor Alarm with LCD Digital Display Sound Light Warning,Battery Powered High Accuracy CO Alarm Detectors for Travel Home Office Kitchen Car Hotel Think this post was worth 20 cents? Consider joining The Survivalpunk Army and get access to exclusive content and discounts! Don't forget to join in on the road to 1k! Help James Survivalpunk Beat Couch Potato Mike to 1k subscribers on Youtube Want To help make sure there is a podcast Each and every week? Join us on Patreon Subscribe to the Survival Punk Survival Podcast. The most electrifying podcast on survival entertainment. Itunes Pandora RSS Spotify Like this post? 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SummaryIn this conversation, I discuss the current state of masculinity and 5 key factors that undermine it. I outline the five silent killers of masculinity: pornography, escapist entertainment, gambling, neglecting physical strength, and doom scrolling. TakeawaysMasculinity has been under attack for decades.Men are meant to lead, protect, and provide.Pornography is a significant threat to masculinity.Escapist entertainment can distract from real-life responsibilities.Gambling can ruin families and lead to financial instability.Physical strength is essential for overall well-being.Doom scrolling can increase anxiety and depression.Men should strive for personal growth and excellence.Accountability is crucial in overcoming personal struggles.Engagement with family is vital for a fulfilling life.Subscribe for conversations on family life, marriage, leadership, faith, and personal excellence.Join the SE Community on Locals here https://seekingexcellence.locals.com/And access the content I referred to in the video!

What if the greatest threat to Revival isn't opposition, but familiarity? If you've ever felt numb to what once set you on fire, this message will stir your faith, restore honour, and call you back to wonder.

Judith Enck, joins This Is Hell! to talk about the book that she recently co-authored of, "The Problem with Plastic: How We Can Save Ourselves and Our Planet Before It's Too Late”, published by The New Press. https://thenewpress.org/books/the-problem-with-plastic/?v=eb65bcceaa5f Judith is the founder and president of Beyond Plastics, whose goal is eliminating plastic pollution everywhere. In 2009, she was appointed by President Obama to serve as regional administrator at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and served as deputy secretary for the environment in the New York Governor's Office. She is currently a professor at Bennington College, where she teaches classes on plastic pollution. https://www.beyondplastics.org/ We will have new installments of Rotten History and Hangover Cure. We will also be sharing your answers to this week's Question from Hell! from Patreon. Help keep This Is Hell! completely listener supported and access bonus episodes by subscribing to our Patreon: www.patreon.com/thisishell

We're kicking off a new series focused on real earners and real execution.This is The 100K Project.Every guest earns a minimum of six figures annually. Most have made millions. No hype. No theory. Just what actually works.In episode one, I sit down with James Zheng to break down the 3 silent killers of success.These aren't the obvious reasons people fail. They're the quiet patterns that cause people to quit when results are close but not visible yet.James breaks down:Why most people quit before success actually shows upThe mental traps that kill momentumWhat it really takes to stay in long enough to winThe standards required to build something that lastsFast. Focused. Under 20 minutes.If you're serious about building real income and long-term success, this series is for you.This is episode one of 40+ conversations with leaders who didn't just start strong, but stayed consistent.The 100K Project is live.

Chris and Mark unpack one of the most dangerous—and overlooked—forces in leadership and culture: drift. The slow, quiet erosion that happens when leaders stop paying attention to what really shapes behavior, trust, and alignment. Drift doesn't announce itself. It accumulates. Learn more about drift: www.sightshift.com/post/signs-of-drift

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"Imagine getting a real-time snapshot of your health just by looking into your phone's camera for 30 seconds." - SimonMy guests this week are Simon Spurr, Founder of VivaScore, and Chris Burns, a veteran benefits advisor with over 40 years of experience at firms like Mercer and Sequoia. They join the show to demonstrate a piece of technology that feels like science fiction but is actually here today: rPPG (Remote Photoplethysmography).We discuss how this technology turns a standard smartphone camera into a diagnostic tool capable of measuring blood pressure, heart rate variability (HRV), and stress levels with medical-grade accuracy, no wearables required.In this episode, we explore whether this "digital avatar" of employee health could become the new front door to primary care. We dive into how employers are using this data to spot "silent killers" like hypertension before they become claims, why engagement rates are hitting 50%+, and how this platform connects the "worried well" to actual care pathways.Tune in to see how we can finally move from "sick care" to true preventative maintenance, all through an iPhone lens.Thank you to our 2026 sponsors!ParetoHealth: ParetoHealth empowers midsize employers with a long-term solution to reduce volatility and lower overall health benefits costs. Visit ParetoHealth.com to learn more.Samaritan Fund: A program that connects those who need help to the support they need. We are proud to offer the Samaritan Fund Program. Visit SamaritanFundProgram.com to learn more.Vālenz Health: We're Vālenz Health, your partner in improving health literacy, reducing plan spend, and delivering high-value healthcare. Visit ValenzHealth.com to learn more.Imagine360: Imagine360 helps self-funded employers save on healthcare with smarter health plans. Cut expenses by 20-30% with custom solutions. Contact us today at Imagine360.com.Chapters:(00:00:00) Is This App the Future of Primary Care? (00:06:12) Global Healthcare: Why Costs Are Rising Everywhere (00:08:02) Chris Burns: From Mercer to Sequoia to Tech Advisor (00:12:45) Why Employers are Tired of "Point Solutions" (00:22:26) How rPPG Technology Works (The Face Scan) (00:30:18) The "What Next?" Strategy for Employers (00:39:06) Why Everyone is Talking About HRV (Heart Rate Variability) (00:44:37) Finding the "Silent Killers" in Your Population (00:51:46) Gamification: How to Get 50% EngagementKey Links for Social:@SelfFunded on YouTube for video versions of the podcast and much more - https://www.youtube.com/@SelfFundedListen/watch on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1TjmrMrkIj0qSmlwAIevKA?si=068a389925474f02Listen on Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/self-funded-with-spencer/id1566182286Follow Spencer on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/spencer-smith-self-funded/Follow Spencer on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/selffundedwithspencer/

"Imagine getting a real-time snapshot of your health just by looking into your phone's camera for 30 seconds." - SimonMy guests this week are Simon Spurr, Founder of VivaScore, and Chris Burns, a veteran benefits advisor with over 40 years of experience at firms like Mercer and Sequoia. They join the show to demonstrate a piece of technology that feels like science fiction but is actually here today: rPPG (Remote Photoplethysmography).We discuss how this technology turns a standard smartphone camera into a diagnostic tool capable of measuring blood pressure, heart rate variability (HRV), and stress levels with medical-grade accuracy, no wearables required.In this episode, we explore whether this "digital avatar" of employee health could become the new front door to primary care. We dive into how employers are using this data to spot "silent killers" like hypertension before they become claims, why engagement rates are hitting 50%+, and how this platform connects the "worried well" to actual care pathways.Tune in to see how we can finally move from "sick care" to true preventative maintenance, all through an iPhone lens.Thank you to our 2026 sponsors!ParetoHealth: ParetoHealth empowers midsize employers with a long-term solution to reduce volatility and lower overall health benefits costs. Visit ParetoHealth.com to learn more.Samaritan Fund: A program that connects those who need help to the support they need. We are proud to offer the Samaritan Fund Program. Visit SamaritanFundProgram.com to learn more.Vālenz Health: We're Vālenz Health, your partner in improving health literacy, reducing plan spend, and delivering high-value healthcare. Visit ValenzHealth.com to learn more.Imagine360: Imagine360 helps self-funded employers save on healthcare with smarter health plans. Cut expenses by 20-30% with custom solutions. Contact us today at Imagine360.com.Chapters:(00:00:00) Is This App the Future of Primary Care? (00:06:12) Global Healthcare: Why Costs Are Rising Everywhere (00:08:02) Chris Burns: From Mercer to Sequoia to Tech Advisor (00:12:45) Why Employers are Tired of "Point Solutions" (00:22:26) How rPPG Technology Works (The Face Scan) (00:30:18) The "What Next?" Strategy for Employers (00:39:06) Why Everyone is Talking About HRV (Heart Rate Variability) (00:44:37) Finding the "Silent Killers" in Your Population (00:51:46) Gamification: How to Get 50% EngagementKey Links for Social:@SelfFunded on YouTube for video versions of the podcast and much more - https://www.youtube.com/@SelfFundedListen/watch on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1TjmrMrkIj0qSmlwAIevKA?si=068a389925474f02Listen on Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/self-funded-with-spencer/id1566182286Follow Spencer on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/spencer-smith-self-funded/Follow Spencer on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/selffundedwithspencer/

Algorithmic trading promises consistency, discipline, and freedom from emotion - but for many traders, reality looks very different.In this episode of Talking Trading, Louise Bedford is joined by systematic trading expert Adrian Reid to uncover the silent killer behind so many underperforming algo trading systems: human psychology.You might have a well-built algorithm. The logic is solid. The backtests look impressive. Yet when real money is on the line, doubt creeps in. Trades get overridden. Rules get tweaked. Confidence evaporates at exactly the wrong time.Together, Louise and Adrian explore why even automated trading systems still require psychological discipline - and how traders unknowingly sabotage their own results by chasing control instead of consistency.You'll discover:Why traders override profitable algorithms even when the data is soundHow fear, doubt, and impatience undermine systematic tradingThe danger of endless optimisation and 'fiddling'What it really takes to trust your trading system through drawdownsPractical ways to trade your rules instead of your emotionsIf you've ever found yourself rewriting code mid-drawdown, hesitating on valid signals, or questioning a system you once believed in, this episode will help you break that cycle.Perfect for traders using algorithmic, systematic, or rules-based strategies who want more consistency, confidence, and clarity in real market conditions.-----------------------------Get your free trading plan templateAre you tired of the trading rollercoaster? One day you're up, the next, you're down—and it's exhausting. You're putting in the effort, but your results just aren't where you want them to be.It's time to take control. Visit www.tradinggame.com.au and grab my free trading plan template. It's designed to help you create a plan that fits your lifestyle.Trade confidently. Louise Bedford is a best-selling author and founder of www.tradinggame.com.au and www.talkingtrading.com.au.FacebookYouTube TwitterLinkedIn

Supreme Court expert and Amicus podcast host Dahlia Lithwick joins Marc Elias to unpack one of the most dangerous and least understood forces shaping American law today: the Supreme Court's shadow docket. Lithwick explains how the Court increasingly uses late-night, unsigned emergency orders to upend lower-court rulings, reverse longstanding precedent, and reshape democracy—without transparency, reasoning, or accountability. Together, they explore how the shadow docket amplifies minority rule, expands executive power, undermines voting rights, and allows the Court to exercise enormous authority while evading public scrutiny. Support independent journalism: https://newsletters.democracydocket.com/member-youtube Stay informed with the latest news and political analysis: https://newsletters.democracydocket.com/youtube Follow Democracy Docket: Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/democracydocket.com Instagram⁠: https://instagram.com/democracydocket Facebook⁠: https://facebook.com/democracydocket X/Twitter⁠: https://twitter.com/DemocracyDocket TikTok⁠: https://tiktok.com/@democracydocket Threads: https://www.threads.net/@democracydocket

Carmela Then: When Remote Teams Stop Listening—The Silent Killer of Agile Collaboration Read the full Show Notes and search through the world's largest audio library on Agile and Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes.   "Two minutes into it, my mind's starting to wander and I started to do my own thing." - Carmela Then   Carmela paints a vivid picture of a distributed team stretched across Sydney, New Zealand, India, and beyond—a team where communication had quietly become the enemy of progress. The warning signs were subtle at first: in meetings with 20 people on the call, only two or three would speak for the entire hour or two, with no visual aids, no PowerPoints, no drawings. The result? Within minutes, attention drifted, and everyone assumed someone else understood the message.  The speakers believed their ideas had landed; the listeners had already tuned out. This miscommunication compounded sprint after sprint until, just two months before go-live, the team was still discussing proof of concept. Trust eroded completely, and the Product Owner resorted to micromanagement—tracking developers by the hour, turning what was supposed to be an Agile team into a waterfall nightmare. Carmela points to a critical missing element: the Scrum Master had been assigned delivery management duties, leaving no one to address the communication dysfunction.  The lesson is clear—in remote, cross-cultural teams, you cannot simply talk your way through complex ideas; you need visual anchors, shared artifacts, and constant verification that understanding has truly been achieved.   In this segment, we talk about the importance of visual communication in remote teams and psychological safety.   Self-reflection Question: How do you verify that your message has truly landed with every team member, especially when working across time zones and cultures? Featured Book of the Week: How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie Carmela recommends How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie, a timeless classic that remains essential reading for every Scrum Master. As Carmela explains, "We work with people—customers are people, and our team, they are human beings as well. Whether we want it or not, we are leaders, we are coaches, and sometimes we could even be mentors." Written during the Great Depression and predating software entirely, this book emphasizes that relationships and understanding people are the foundation of personal and professional success. Carmela was first introduced to the book by a successful person outside of work who advised her not just to read it once, but to revisit it every year. For Scrum Masters navigating team dynamics, stakeholder relationships, and the human side of Agile, Carnegie's principles remain as relevant today as they were nearly a century ago.   [The Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast Recommends]

What We Cover In This Episode: The first "step" you must optimize before a client even steps through the doors of your studio [4:48] What you can do to eliminate friction in the decision-making process by using proper, descriptive class names and difficulty levels [5:33] The deliberate actions and communication strategies that keep new clients engaged long enough to solidify fitness habits [10:11] How to begin creating certainty and a clear starting point for your clients [12:15] Why it's important to understand that your welcome email is not a suggestion, it's a directive [13:03] The key reasons that your pricing menu and class schedule should be "boring" [16:17] A reminder that clients need tangible evidence of their consistency and progress to feel like a true part of your community [18:33]   Quotes:  "Studios are not losing members because their classes are bad, they are losing members before they even get to that point because they are unintentionally making it harder for the client to know what the next step is." [Nick, 0:47] "There's so many dynamics that go into an intro offer that your title needs to do the heavy lifting so they do click in, read more, and understand exactly who that membership is for." [Nick, 9:57] "We want to create certainty throughout this process, so if your intro offer has multiple paths, the clients will choose none." [Nick, 12:28]    LINKS:  Got a Question? Book a Call with the fitDEGREE Team!  Learn More About All of Our Partners (Including LoopSpark & LezVU) and Get Exclusive Offers Visit the fitDEGREE Knowledge Base Send Megan Your Playlist or Discuss the Podcast Here!  fitDEGREE's Business Portal support@fitDEGREE.com https://www.instagram.com/fitdegree/ ​​https://www.instagram.com/fitspot_guru/  https://www.fitdegree.com/blog  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChJ5rK6zWPXjbxtUQx3ys9Q https://www.tiktok.com/@megan_fitdegree    

In this episode of Head, Heart, and Boots, Brandon and I dig into one of the most overlooked drivers of growth in service businesses: the client experience. Sparked by a frustrating real-world story, we unpack how even well-intentioned teams can slowly erode trust through poor communication, missed expectations, and a lack of follow-through - and why those failures compound over time. We talk candidly about how competition in restoration and home services is changing, why today's customers are more informed and more skeptical than ever, and how growth, PE-backed operators, and higher deductibles are raising the bar for professionalism across the industry. From engineering a client experience instead of relying on heroics, to setting expectations early, owning the hard parts of the process, and designing workflows that protect trust, this episode is a practical reminder that growth doesn't come from doing more work - it comes from doing the work better. If you're a business owner or leader trying to scale without sacrificing reputation, referrals, or sanity, this conversation is a must-listen. Hope you enjoy. Chris Why You Should Listen [00:02:45] How a single bad customer experience exposed the quiet ways service quality erodes - even inside well-run companies [00:06:09] Why growth, higher deductibles, and more sophisticated competitors are forcing service businesses to rethink how they win and retain clients [00:09:45] How poor communication and unmanaged expectations turn customers into project managers - and destroy trust in the process [00:18:08] Why engineering a client experience beats relying on individual heroics — and how workflows protect both customers and teams [00:29:27] How setting expectations early, telling clients the hard truths, and embracing friction can actually become your biggest competitive advantage Did you know... Only 30% of businesses listed for sale actually find a buyer? Even more striking, just 10% of those sell for the price their owners anticipated or higher, meaning only 3% of all business owners achieve their desired sale price. By focusing on understanding and enhancing your enterprise value, you can significantly boost your chances of joining that successful 3%. Business Health & Value Assessment Start Assessment Know Your Enterprise Value. See Your Potential Gaps. Complete this assessment in less than 15 minutes and receive a free assessment for your business that includes: A Lite Valuation Of Your Business Your Value Multiplier Per Your Industry Health Assessment Per Our PYB Methodology Business Value & Growth Roadmap Tailored For You Value Acceleration Strategies Spotlight on Floodlight: Your Secret Weapon for Sales & Scaling This isn't a paid plug. It's real talk from the front lines. If you've ever thought, “How do I get a VP-level sales leader or even a sales team without hiring full-time?” Floodlight has the answer. Fractional Sales Leadership They act as your outsourced VP of Sales, taking full responsibility for training, managing, and growing your sales team. No six-figure hire needed. Clients often close 20 to 50 percent more deals within six months, thanks to data-driven coaching, CRM setup, scripts, and performance reviews.More at floodlightgrp.com/sales Commercial Sales MasterCourse A self-paced, video-driven B2B sales course designed specifically for restoration teams. Perfect for building commercial revenue and getting free from TPA handcuffs. Covers mindset, prospecting, pipeline building, LinkedIn lead generation, and includes a $250 discount with code SALESBOOST.Details at floodlightgrp.com/courses Tailored Consulting & Coaching Floodlight's Propel Your Business methodology offers a full-circle roadmap: financials, sales, marketing, leadership, recruiting, productivity. All built for contractors. These aren't “life coaches.” They're former restoration owners who've lived the chaos and know how to scale out of it.Explore more at floodlightgrp.com Live Training, Tools & Strategic Partnerships Floodlight also delivers live onsite and virtual training, keynote speaking, and leadership tracks covering operations, project management, and strategic growth. Bonus: They've vetted tools like Xcelerate, Liftify, and Sureti. Floodlight clients get access to exclusive discounts on tech that actually moves the needle.See all partnerships at floodlightgrp.com/partners Why it matters for you as a listener You don't need to figure this stuff out alone. If you're serious about sales growth, operational clarity, exit readiness, or leadership development, Floodlight is already helping folks like you scale smarter. And you get it from industry insiders. People who've sat in your chair, survived the fires, and built systems that actually work.

Avoidance of accountability does not blow your business up overnight. It quietly lowers the bar, one unchecked behavior at a time. Peterman's Andrew Hasty walks through why avoiding accountability is one of the most dangerous dysfunctions on a team and how it slowly creates a culture of mediocrity in HVAC, plumbing, and home service businesses. Using real stories from the field and everyday life, this episode shows how "little" things like late arrivals, missing equipment data, sloppy paperwork, and skipped debriefs are not one-off issues. They are signals that standards are slipping and that leaders are choosing personal comfort over team success. If there is a tech coasting, a teammate with endless excuses, or a high performer who ignores process because "they produce," this episode will help frame and initiate the conversations that have been avoided for too long. Join The ARENA - a CSTG Community (powered by our media partner, PeopleForward Network) Subscribe to CSTG on YouTube! Connect with Chad on LinkedIn Chad Peterman | CEO | Author Learn more about the Peterman Brothers Follow PeopleForward Network on LinkedIn Learn more about PeopleForward Network Key Takeaways: Avoiding accountability slowly destroys team standards. Small misses today become the new normal tomorrow. Accountability is shared ownership, not top-down punishment. Leaders hurt culture when they choose comfort over honesty. Clear expectations and KPIs make accountability feel fair. Peer accountability is the strongest sign of a healthy team. Consistent feedback keeps growth and high performance normal.

How do we avoid falling into spiritual complacency amid daily routines? Pastor John warns of the danger of viewing God as a nonfactor in everyday life.

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In this episode of Behind the Prop, Bobby Doss and Wally Mulhern unpack one of the most persistent and underestimated threats in aviation: cockpit distraction. Drawing from both historical airline accidents and modern general aviation trends, they explore how small lapses in attention can escalate into major safety events. The hosts revisit the tragedies of Eastern Airlines Flight 401 and United Flight 173, where professional crews became so focused on minor gear-indicator issues that they stopped flying the airplane—proving that distraction, not mechanical failure, can be the true killer. With the NTSB attributing 15–20% of GA accidents to distraction, the need for proactive management has never been clearer.The conversation moves into the cockpit realities of today's pilots, where heavy reliance on iPads, automation, and touchscreen avionics often leads to excessive head-down time. Bobby and Wally share recent examples from training flights where pilots missed radio calls, misprogrammed GPS units, or became task-saturated simply because tech drew their attention away from flying. They emphasize the importance of preparing devices and routes before takeoff, and using automation deliberately rather than reactively. A key takeaway is that pilots must be willing to self-identify errors, speak up immediately, and assume the mistake is theirs until proven otherwise—a mindset that dramatically improves safety margins.The episode also highlights the critical role of the sterile cockpit, with Bobby advocating its use below 2,500 feet in GA. The hosts explain how nonessential chatter during taxi, takeoff, or climb dilutes situational awareness and can overwhelm newer pilots. They encourage instructors to reduce excessive talking as students advance, creating the “intentional silence” needed for real concentration and independent decision-making.Finally, Bobby and Wally address a commonly misunderstood distraction: open doors during takeoff or initial climb. They explain why an open door is typically benign, why rejecting a takeoff is often riskier, and why pilots must train for these scenarios before facing them unexpectedly.The episode closes with a call to action—pilots should openly discuss distractions, log them, review them, and build habits that keep them anchored to the core principle of aviation: aviate, navigate, communicate.

“We are transformed more through our trials than our triumphs.” – Wendy Gunn Today's featured #1 best-selling author is mom, wife, keynote speaker, empowerment coach, and Christian entrepreneur, Wendy Gunn. Wendy and I had a fun on a bun chat about her book, “Serving From The Heart: Faith-Driven Stories and Transformative Strategies for Servant Leadership and Lasting Impact”, her inspiring journey of overcoming ovarian cancer, the importance of embracing one's unique story, and more!Key Things You'll Learn:Wendy's journey from obesity and ovarian cancer to healing and achieving major life goals after 60Why you should share your storyWhat she learned about herself through the writing process to having a bestselling bookHow God uses trials to shape us into leadersWendy's Site: https://www.yourhomeforgod.com/Wendy's Book: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0DYZ1HB82/allbooksThe opening track is titled, “Unknown From M.E. | Sonic Adventure 2 ~ City Pop Remix” by Iridium Beats. To listen to and download the full track, click the following link. https://www.patreon.com/posts/sonic-adventure-136084016 Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmonDonate on PayPal: @DBrightmonBuy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmonGet Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmonThe Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awotYou May Also Like…Ep. 309 – Home Worthy with Sandra Rinomato (@SandraRinomato): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-309-home-worthy-with-sandra-rinomato-sandrarinomato/Ep. 694 – “Every Body Holds a Story” with Marsha Vanwynsberghe (@Marsha_vanw): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-694-every-body-holds-a-story-with-marsha-vanwynsberghe-marsha_vanw/Ep. 680 – “The Influence Lottery Ticket for Having High Impact” with Kelly Swanson (@motivationspkr): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-680-the-influence-lottery-ticket-for-having-high-impact-with-kelly-swanson-motivationspkr/Ep. 936 – What the Bible Says About Clutter with Angie Hyche: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-936-what-the-bible-says-about-clutter-with-angie-hyche/Ep. 712 – “When Your Heart Says to Leave a Legacy” with Bridget Cook-Burch (@inspiritwriter): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-712-when-your-heart-says-to-leave-a-legacy-with-bridget-cook-burch-inspiritwriter/Ep. 480 – “Applying Your God-given Passions to Everyday Life” with Marnie Swedberg (@MentorMarnie): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-480-applying-your-god-given-passions-to-everyday-life-with-marnie-swedberg-mentormarnie/Ep. 471 – “How to Turn Suffering Into Something Good” with Darci Steiner (@DarciJSteiner): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-471-how-to-turn-suffering-into-something-good-with-darci-steiner-darcijsteiner/Ep. 889 – Every Day Is A New Day with Jenny Teeters, MBA (@JennyTeeters): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-889-every-day-is-a-new-day-with-jenny-teeters-mba-jennyteeters/Ep. 667 – “Pursuing Success God's Way” with Erin Harrigan (@ErinHCoach): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-667-pursuing-success-gods-way-with-erin-harrigan-erinhcoach/Ep. 1013 – Fabricating Forgotten Treasures Into A Life Of Adventure, Purpose, & Profit with Kira Hartley Klinger: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1013-fabricating-forgotten-treasures-into-a-life-of-adventure-purpose-profit-with-kira-har/Ep. 934 – Taking the Holy Spirit to Work with Mary Boza Crimmins: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-934-taking-the-holy-spirit-to-work-with-mary-boza-crimmins/Ep. 956 – Finding Courage to Change with Ana Megrelishvili: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-956-finding-courage-to-change-with-ana-megrelishvili/

Heart disease and stroke remain urgent health challenges in Philadelphia, with high blood pressure affecting thousands, particularly in underserved communities. This week, we sit down with leaders from the American Heart Association's Greater Philadelphia chapter to discuss their "relentless force" mission. They explain why high blood pressure is called the "silent killer," the specific risks for women, and how new initiatives like "Team Up to Take Down High Blood Pressure" are working to close the health equity gap. Then, Shara Dae takes a festive trip to Jenkintown for some local holiday shopping. We visit the stylish boutique "Dear Laney" and the sweet spot "Banana Nana Pudding," meeting the inspiring Black female entrepreneurs behind these unique community gems. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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In this bonus episode The Dancing Housewife shares news about an exciting new resource powered by Antoinette Datoc Mental Performance Coaching, LLC: group mental performance training for ballroom dancers. Discover a sneak peek of Coach Antoinette's series of mental training sessions designed to enhance your dance partnerships, mindset, and overall performance. From strategies for accelerated learning and mastering your mindset, to cognitive reframing and burnout prevention, there's something for everyone. Plus, don't miss our special 'Silent Killer of Dance Partnerships' session in December, where you can bring your partner for free as a special holiday bonus! Tune in for important dates, discounts, and how to register. Improve your mental and emotional connection for better dance performance. Happy dancing!2025–2026 Drop-In Schedule (dates subject to change)December 7 & 10, 2025 – The Silent Killer of Dance Partnerships• Understand the difference between effective and ineffective communication• Explore various communication styles. • Reflect on how your individual communication tendencies impact your partnership dynamic.• Learn simple action steps for resolving conflict.• Learn to turn self-evaluation and insights into productive practice plans that fuel continuous improvement. January 4 & 7 – Become a Learning Machine• Explore strategies for accelerated learningFebruary 1 & 11 – Mastering Your Mindset: Controlling the Controllables• Learn what's truly in your control—and recognize common mental traps that sabotage performance.March 8 & 11 – The Inner Voice & Breathwork • Understand how thoughts shape emotions, behaviors, and performance.April 9 & 22 – The Three C's of Cognitive Reframing• Learn a simple, step-by-step method to redirect negative thinking at game speed.May 27 & 31– Avoiding Burnout: Resetting Your Nervous System• Recognize the warning signs of burnout and nervous system overload.Click the link below to register! Don't miss out on the special December money-saving offer: register for The Silent Killer of Dance Partnerships and bring your partner or a dance friend for FREE!https://tidycal.com/antoinette/ballroom-dance-group-mental-performance-training-sessions-3zxwyxz

On this episode host Jonathan Chance talks about the silent killer men avoid talking about, Prostate Cancer. This episode hits close to home for Jonathan because all this silence among men nearly cost him his life. On this episode Jonathan talks about:·       Why men don't talk about prostate cancer. ·       The lifesaving importance to end this silence.·       How prostate cancer awareness can help save lives.·       A call to action for men to start the conversation about prostate cancer.Prostate Cancer Aware is grateful to the Jevan and Ruzanna Chimayan Foundation for their generous donation, which will help fuel our podcast to raise critical awareness about prostate cancer and the PSA test around the world.Prostate Cancer Aware is a copyrighted production. No content maybe rebroadcast or reproduced without the expressed written consent of the Friedman Sidrow Foundation. For more information about prostate cancer, the PSA test, men's health and Jonathan's inspiring new book Unaware, which is about his battle with prostate cancer. Visit our website at: https://www.iknowmypsa.org Email us at: https://www.iknowmypsa.org/contactus/ Follow Prostate Cancer Aware on social media at: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/iknowmypsa Twitter - https://twitter.com/iknowmypsa or @iknowmypsa Thank you for listening! Remember, Stay Aware and Stay Healthy.™

What you'll learn in this episode:● The #1 mindset mistake that destroys sales confidence● How self-doubt sneaks into your business without you noticing● The Fear vs. Faith model for overcoming hesitation and uncertainty● Why comparing yourself to others is a dangerous trap● How to use affirmations and accountability to reprogram your beliefs● The 5 money-making activities in real estate—and why everything else is a distraction● How to eliminate procrastination and take intentional action● Why persistence is the real secret to long-term success To find out more about Dan Rochon and the CPI Community, you can check these links:Website: No Broke MonthsPodcast: No Broke Months for Salespeople PodcastInstagram: @donrochonxFacebook: Dan RochonLinkedIn: Dan RochonTeach to Sell Preorder: Teach to Sell: Why Top Performers Never Sell – And What They Do Instead

Busyness may look normal, but it's quietly draining your marriage emotionally, physically, spiritually, and sexually. In this episode, Scott, Derek, and Gabrielle unpack why most of our busyness is a choice, how to discern when to say yes or no, and practical ways to create margin, live on mission, and protect what matters most at home.Scriptures:Romans 12:1-2Ephesians 5:15-17Matthew 16:25Genesis 2:25Questions to Discuss:1. What are some of the reasons you and your spouse are overly busy in your lives and schedule?2. What is the cost of your busyness to your marriage and family? (i.e., health, money, intimacy)3. Which of your current commitments are true needs and which are really choices that reflect your lifestyle preferences or fear of missing out?4. Who in your community group or trusted circle needs to speak into your level of busyness and help you evaluate your commitments?Resources:Podcast - More Than Roommates, Episode 41 - Why Busyness Might Destroy Your Marriage (feat. Gary Thomas)Podcast - More Than Roommates, Episode 31 - Too Busy to Get Busy (Part 2 of 3 in a series on marital intimacy)Book - Emotionally Healthy Spirituality, by Peter ScazzeroBook - Practicing the Way, by John Mark Comer

Today we are going to talk about things that are sapping your strength and killing your business… If you are struggling to get to then next level Or – if your restaurant is circling the drain… Today's PEP TALK is for you…

In this episode, we dive into the silent profit killer known as friendly fraud and chargebacks. Simon Wijckmans, Founder and CEO of cside, shares how these false chargebacks risk your margins and payment accounts. He explains what friendly fraud is, why it's so hard to fight, and how client-side security intelligence, combined with new programs like Compelling Evidence V3, can drastically reduce fraudulent chargebacks and potentially save your business from losing its payment processor.Topics discussed in this episode:  What is friendly fraud.How bad actors use it for profit. Why payment issuers make it easy for customers to file chargebacks. The hidden costs of fighting chargebacks. What volume of chargebacks constitutes a high-risk vendor and jeopardizes a payment account. Why gathering intelligence from the browser is critical for security and fraud prevention.Links & Resources Website: https://cside.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wijckmans/X/Twitter: https://x.com/SimonWijckmansGet access to more free resources by visiting the show notes at https://tinyurl.com/td78au49______________________________________________________ LOVE THE SHOW? HERE ARE THE NEXT STEPS! Follow the podcast to get every bonus episode. Tap follow now and don't miss out! Rate & Review: Help others discover the show by rating the show on Apple Podcasts at https://tinyurl.com/ecb-apple-podcasts Join our Free Newsletter: https://newsletter.ecommercecoffeebreak.com/ Support The Show On Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/EcommerceCoffeeBreak Partner with us: https://ecommercecoffeebreak.com/partner-with-us/

Companies don't lose because of poor strategy; they lose because of poor context. AJ shares a blunt message for executives: your employees already know what will make your strategies succeed or fail. In this episode, he challenges leaders to stop operating in a vacuum and start operationalizing employee intelligence into decisions about product, pricing, hiring, sales, and partnerships. When organizations elevate employee context to the boardroom, alignment becomes inevitable and performance becomes predictable.

In this episode, we discuss how personal (wearable) gas monitors can save lives by detecting CO levels before they become dangerous. Don't wait for a crisis to start thinking about safety! Send us a textSend us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels!Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumbNewsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email

The Silent Killer Of Most People's Dreams and Goals

If you've ever felt like your metabolism is broken or blamed your genetics for slow weight loss, I'm here to show you the truth, you can reset it naturally. In this episode, I reveal eight science-backed strategies to heal your metabolism, build muscle, balance hormones, and finally keep the weight off for good.GET A CUSTOMIZED WEIGHT LOSS PLAN: Have a free 1-on-1 call with our Expert Nutritionists 

"One out of seven people in the United States have some form of chronic kidney disease... 90% of those individuals have not been properly diagnosed." - Mark MassonMy guest this week is Mark Masson, President of Renalogic, here to shine a light on one of the most expensive and hidden risks in every health plan: Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD). It's a "silent killer" that affects 1 in 7 Americans, but a staggering 90% of them don't even know they have it until it's too late.In this episode, Mark breaks down the staggering cost of this disease, explaining how a market duopoly inflates dialysis costs to an astonishing 700-900% of Medicare rates. He shares the Renalogic playbook, which combines proactive clinical management to "hold the line" for early-stage patients and a powerful cost-containment model that saves plans over $100,000 per year on active dialysis claims.We also discuss the importance of early detection, the benefits of home dialysis, and why employers must be proactive in managing this catastrophic risk. Tune in to learn about the silent killer in every health plan.Chapters:(00:00:00) The "Silent Killer" 90% of Your Members Don't Know They Have (00:07:38) The 1-in-7 Statistic: 90% are Undiagnosed (00:12:17) Slowing Progression: How to "Hold the Line" (00:19:55) The Duopoly: Why Dialysis Costs 700-900% of Medicare (00:27:11) The Benefits of Home Dialysis (00:54:20) The Renalogic Solution: Containing Dialysis Costs (01:03:38) Why We Need More Competition in HealthcareKey Links for Social:@SelfFunded on YouTube for video versions of the podcast and much more - https://www.youtube.com/@SelfFundedListen/watch on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1TjmrMrkIj0qSmlwAIevKA?si=068a389925474f02Listen on Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/self-funded-with-spencer/id1566182286Follow Spencer on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/spencer-smith-self-funded/Follow Spencer on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/selffundedwithspencer/

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What if great marriages aren't found - they're built?In this episode of Two Pastors and a Mic, Cory and Channock unpack Cory's free eBook “How to Have the Marriage You've Always Dreamed Of.” Together they explore what it really means to build a healthy, thriving relationship rooted in communication, patience, and kindness - rather than comparison or perfection.You'll hear:

If your garden struggled this year — plants wilting, pests taking over, and harvests falling short — don't lose heart. The problem isn't your green thumb… it's your soil.