Podcasts about Slow Down

Today's poem is Dialogue on Violence by Jayne Cortez.The Slowdown is your daily poetry ritual. In this episode, guest host Myka Kielbon writes… “If you're listening to this episode first thing in the morning or as you go to sleep, looking for something easeful, I should apologize. Today's poem is not that. It is a grim litany. But I think by naming our harsh reality, it holds out hope for a different world. It will be read to you in just one voice, my voice, but the title calls it a dialogue. I want you to consider, while you're listening, whom the dialogue might be between.” This show is supported by gifts from listeners. Support The Slowdown with a donation today. Slowdownshow.org/donate

In keeping with the theme of last week's episode and reducing your information intake, today Jesse encourages reducing your to-do lists as well. Referencing Oliver Burkeman's Four Thousand Weeks, he points out that waiting to relax and engage in leisure until after the to-do list is finished is a futile exercise -- the to-do list will never be finished, the sense of urgency to add more and do more will never relent... until you give yourself the grace to have a "human-sized" to-do list. Then relax, and slow down. In doing so, things will become clear to you in a way they never would in the ceaseless hustle and bustle.   Order Jesse's new book, Never Worry About Money Again: www.neverworryaboutmoneyagain.com   Got a question for Jesse? Send him an email: askjesse@ynab.com   Follow YNAB on social media: Facebook: @ynabofficial Instagram: @ynab.official Twitter/X: @ynab Tik Tok: @ynabofficial  

Melissa Blake, with Bates Landscaping, looks at a laminated sheet listing her dream clients, and she carries it with her every single day. In Part 1 of this conversation, host Chris Psencik and Melissa dig into what commercial maintenance business development actually looks like on the ground. It's time-blocking your week into create, advance, and close new clients, and using LinkedIn to get ahead of relationship changes. She also shares how she knows when to walk away from a prospect and when to never give up. This is a real, specific, steal-it-today conversation about the front half of the commercial sales cycle.  THE BIG IDEA:  A Laminated List, a Blocked Calendar, and a CRM: The Unglamorous Infrastructure Behind Elite Commercial Sales  KEY MOMENTS:  [02:00] Bates Landscaping: Chester Springs PA, HOA-Focused, Commercial Snow and Maintenance [06:30] What You Don't See: The 3, 6, and 12 Months of Work Behind Every New Contract [09:00] The Laminated Target List: How Melissa Starts Every Year With a Strategic Hit List [12:00] When to Slow Down — and When to Never Give Up on a Prospect [17:00] Vetting Prospects: How to Build a Target List That Matches the Company Vision [20:30] Handling Inbound Leads That Aren't the Right Fit — Professionally [24:30] Getting in Front of Decision-Makers Before You Submit [25:30] "Compared to What?" — How Melissa Responds When She's the High Bid  Questions we answer.  What does a commercial maintenance business developer actually do with their time each week? What is the create / advance / close framework and how do I apply it to my own schedule? How do I build an annual target list — and how specific should it be? What's the best way to track prospects, touchpoints, and pipeline without losing the personal touch? How do I know when to keep pursuing a prospect and when to pull back? What's the difference between a hunter and a farmer — and why does it matter for how I structure my team? Should my account managers also be developing new business? Where's the line? How do I qualify inbound leads without burning bridges with prospects who aren't the right fit? How do I make sure I'm not just another line on the page when responding to an RFP? What's the right way to respond when a prospect tells you you're the highest bid?     

In this powerful panel conversation I sit down with two incredible women from my mastermind community, Lori Pine and Stacey Salyer, for an honest conversation about what it really means to step into your authority as a leader. Both women bring decades of corporate experience (Lori ran a billion-dollar business; Stacey came out of the male-dominated property management industry) and are now navigating what it looks like to build their own brands and become the go-to authorities in their respective fields. We get into the responsibility of authority, why a casual "oh, I love her" can carry more weight than we realize, and how to have the tough conversations when someone isn't who they seem to be. We talk about Stacey's ego-driven belief that she could just make a course and have hundreds of thousands roll in, Lori's expensive coaching investment that felt like burning cash in a bonfire, and the "electric fence" moments that shaped who they are now. We unpack the "Cheesecake Factory of consultants" trap, why niching down is terrifying but necessary, and the bow-and-arrow metaphor that will change how you think about the restriction phase you might currently be in. Make sure to come back for Part 2, where we go even deeper into what it takes to lead at this level. Liked this episode? Make sure to subscribe to our podcast and leave a review with your takeaways, this helps us create the exact content you want!  KEY POINTS:  00:00 Welcome and Mission 00:49 Panel Setup and Guests 02:42 Defining Influence and Authority 05:59 Discernment and Referrals 10:21 Courageous Vetting Conversations 15:12 Costly Lessons and Know Thyself 16:53 Slow Down to Speed Up 18:36 Niche Down and Rebuild 24:03 Permission Trust and Nervous System 32:25 Evidence of Being Called 36:06 Bow and Arrow Metaphor 37:31 Final Wrap and Subscribe QUOTABLES: “ There have been significant moments where it has eroded my confidence. It has stirred up a tremendous amount of self-doubt to the point where, have I even done the right thing?” - Lori Pine “ You do need to trust yourself, and you do need to really know that you are where you need to be.” - Stacey Salyer “  You can be kind to someone and still be discerning.” - Julie Solomon GUEST RESOURCES: [VISIT LORI PINE'S WEBSITE] Explore Lori Pine's world—her programs, coaching, and resources for executive women and female founders ready to lead with joy. Visit loripine.com. [LISTEN TO LORI'S PODCAST] Tune into Lori's podcast for conversations on joyful leadership, executive presence, and building a career and life you actually love. Listen here. [FOLLOW LORI PINE] Connect with Lori on Instagram @loripine for leadership insights and behind-the-scenes moments from her retreats and community. [VISIT STACEY SALYER'S WEBSITE] Learn more about Stacey Salyer's programs, coaching, and resources for growing your property management business through acquisitions. Visit staceysalyer.com. [LISTEN TO THE STACEY SALYER SHOW] Tune into The Stacey Salyer Show: Buying & Selling Property Management Companies for expert insights on acquisitions, integration, and scaling in the property management industry. Listen here. [FOLLOW STACEY SALYER] Connect with Stacey on Instagram @stacey.salyer for practical wisdom from a woman scaling in a modern industry. RESOURCES: [THE PAY-IN-FULL METHOD] Your content gets saved, shared, quoted. Then the buyer hires someone else. That's not a visibility problem, it's a positioning problem. Join me live September 14th–16th to find the one line that's been calling in the wrong person, and rewrite it. Save your seat here. [UNSCRIPTED RETREAT 2027] Where your voice, your message, and your identity become one. February 3–5, 2027 • Nashville, Tennessee APPLY HERE [ORDER] my book or Audible, Get What You Want: How to Go From Unseen to Unstoppable so you can leverage the power of your own influence. Follow Julie on Instagram! MUST HAVES THIS MONTH: [THE ECOMMERCE SOLUTION YOU NEED] Managing your business just got easier. With a platform that combines inventory, payments, and marketing, you have everything you need to run your store efficiently. Learn more here.

Today's poem is Missed Time by Ha Jin.The Slowdown is your daily poetry ritual. In this episode, guest host Myka Kielbon writes… “I love to journal as documentation. To remember what happened in my day-to-day, even the small things I see and feel. I can thus make my own life real to myself. This is something I've worked out over time. When I look back at my first blue notebook, the recollections are fragmentary and melodramatic. They hardly make sense as a record. However much I feel a positive value in the process, if I look back at most of my journals, I would think that my life is miserable. Because I often turn to the page when I'm having a tough time, when I have difficult experiences to work through. I love to be alone, but it seems I write the most when I'm feeling lonely in the worst way. Today's poem considers, joyously, the anonymous effect that this dynamic could have.” This show is supported by gifts from listeners. Support The Slowdown with a donation today. Slowdownshow.org/donate

Business is moving faster than ever. AI is accelerating decisions, markets are shifting in real time, and leaders are being asked to adapt constantly. But moving faster isn't always the answer. In this episode of Built to Scale, Matthew R. Meehan sits down with Aileda Bailey, founder of Ask Aileda, to talk about what it really takes to lead through rapid change without getting trapped in urgency, burnout, or reactive decision-making. Aileda explains why leaders need to understand their own "human operating system," how neuroscience can help entrepreneurs perform better under pressure, and why AI should be treated as a resource and NOT a replacement for judgment, intuition, trust, or leadership. Matt and Aileda also dig into one of the biggest challenges founders face as their companies grow: making the shift from owner to leader. Because if every question, decision, and problem still has to come through you, you're not really scaling. You're becoming the bottleneck.   In this episode, you'll learn: Why trying to keep up with constant change can actually make you a worse leader How to step out of urgency and make decisions with more clarity Why AI can accelerate the problems already hiding inside a business The human skills technology can't replace How neuroscience can help you reframe stress and pressure When to trust data—and when experience and intuition matter What "conscious leadership" actually means in practical terms Why founders struggle to give up control as their companies grow The difference between acting like an owner and leading like a CEO Why scaling requires reinvesting in your people and organization Simple habits that can help leaders think more clearly and perform better under pressure   Your Challenge Before your next big decision, don't react right away. Take a pause. Step away from the screen. Take three deep breaths, go for a walk, or give yourself 24 hours if the decision allows it. Then ask yourself: Am I making this decision from clarity, or from urgency? And if your business is growing, take it one step further: What am I still controlling that someone else on my team should own? Pick one decision to slow down and one responsibility to let go of this week. That's your challenge.   Connect with Aileda Bailey Ask Aileda Website: https://askaileda.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/askaileda Facebook: https://facebook.com/askaileda LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/askaileda YouTube: https://youtube.com/@askaileda   Need capital before growth turns into another bottleneck? If your business is growing but still feels stuck, the answer is not always "throw more money at it." The right capital strategy should support the right growth plan. Matt and the Credit Banc team help business owners explore financing options for working capital, acquisitions, equipment, expansion, and growth opportunities before they are stuck scrambling at the last minute. Learn more here: https://tinyurl.com/3dh9vy86     Built to Scale is a podcast segment from The Liquid Lunch Project, hosted by Matt, built for entrepreneurs, founders, and business owners who want to grow smarter, tighten operations, improve profitability, and build companies that can scale without chaos running the show.  

Leading through uncertainty doesn't require moving faster, it requires thinking differently.In this episode, futurist and leadership strategist Elatia Abate shares practical frameworks to help female founder CEOs lead through rapid change without defaulting to outdated strategies. She explains why slowing down can become a competitive advantage, how to shift from past-anchored planning to future-led thinking, and why the quality of the questions leaders ask ultimately shapes the future they create.Drawing from nearly a decade of research into the future of work and leadership, Elatia offers a new perspective on strategy, decision-making, AI adoption, and embodied leadership, helping founders build businesses that are resilient, intentional, and prepared for what's next.Elatia explains: ◼️ Why leaving corporate leadership led her to an entirely different purpose ◼️ How one conference in 2016 changed the direction of her career ◼️ Why today's leaders need to slow down instead of constantly accelerating ◼️ The Think, Do, Be framework and how it changes decision-making ◼️ Why future-led thinking begins by asking different questions ◼️ How women leaders can create space for presence instead of constant busyness ◼️ What leaders should understand before introducing AI into their organizations ◼️ Why she believes the future belongs to leaders who trust themselves

Today's poem is Are You Not Tired Yet? by Mohammed al-Khatib.The Slowdown is your daily poetry ritual. In this episode, guest host Myka Kielbon writes… “Though under ceasefire at the time of this recording, Gazans are still living in unimaginably difficult conditions, largely uprooted from their homes and experiencing limited access to resources and information. There has been a massive loss of human life in Palestine in the last three years, making it impossible for anyone to be without personal grief. The awareness of loss and trauma is undeniably constant.” This show is supported by gifts from listeners. Support The Slowdown with a donation today. Slowdownshow.org/donate

What happens when a Google exec trades Silicon Valley hustle for a Roman passeggiata? Katy Mogal did it and found that giving herself permission to slow down was the real unlock.In this episode, Katy Mogal, a 20-year Silicon Valley veteran (Google,Fitbit) turned certified Designing Your Life facilitator, joins us to talkabout moving her family to Rome, the surprising legal differences between US and Italian layoffs, and how a workshop in Matera set her on an entirely new path. We cover what it actually takes to uproot a family for Italy, why Italy's labor laws protect senior workers in ways the US doesn't, and the Saturday afternoon that taught her to stop hustling.

Today's poem is Visitor's Center by T Bambrick.The Slowdown is your daily poetry ritual. In this episode, guest host Myka Kielbon writes… “Today's poem takes me back to a specificity of a Washington State public school education: learning the intricacies of salmon, sturgeon, dams, ecology, and electricity. What I didn't see then, that I see now, is the tension between control and appreciation of the natural world. That our modern lives rely on a system built by lionizing the will of man. The speaker, here, wonders: At what cost?” This show is supported by gifts from listeners. Support The Slowdown with a donation today. Slowdownshow.org/donate

This week, Curtis welcomes Lisa to the podcast for the first time!Lisa shares the emotional story of where her love for Disney began, why walking into the Magic Kingdom still reminds her of her dad and mother-in-law, and how her Disney vacations have changed over the years.We also geek out about her trip to Disneyland Paris, including why she thinks Phantom Manor might actually be better than Haunted Mansion, an amazing Big Thunder Mountain, the value of upgrading your resort experience, and the fun of meeting Disney fans from all over the world.Then we get into the heart of this week's show:Where are the best places to slow down at Walt Disney World?We talk about:

Today's poem is Stop Thinking & End Your Problems by Elisa Gabbert.The Slowdown is your daily poetry ritual. In this episode, guest host Myka Kielbon writes… “So often my mind feels crowded. Busy. Like a rush hour intersection of internal monologue. I've tried lots of strategies. I'm still trying new strategies. Blocking out focus time, tweaking notifications, using restrictions. My favorite strategy is keeping an art book on my desk. When I feel the desire to distract from the onslaught, or when I hit a mental block, I open up the book to a random painting. I don't stop thinking; I change the shape of my thinking — by looking at art and avoiding words for a moment.”This show is supported by gifts from listeners. Support The Slowdown with a donation today. Slowdownshow.org/donate

Homeowners are putting off big renovations, but they're still spending on the repairs they can't avoid. New earnings from Home Depot and Lowe's show professional contractors outperforming DIY customers as the housing market remains stuck in a low-turnover environment. Kathy Fettke breaks down what this shift tells us about homeowner spending, America's aging housing stock, and the maintenance costs real estate investors need to plan for.   Do you want to learn more about turn key rental properties? Visit www.NewsforInvestors.com.   Sources: https://www.pymnts.com/earnings/2026/home-depot-and-lowes-battle-over-the-housing-markets-maintenance-economy/   https://corporate.homedepot.com/news/earnings/home-depot-announces-second-quarter-2026-earnings

In this AI:AM Highlights episode, Nathan Labenz and Prakash revisit three live mornings with Louis Kirsch and Damon Falck of Inherent Laboratories, Vercel CTO Malte Ubl, Genesis Molecular AI CTO Sergey Edunov, Arm's Mohamed Awad, David Li of Shenzhen Open Innovation Lab, and Q.ANT CEO Michael Förtsch. The central thread is that the meaningful unit of AI work is becoming a division of labor between models, from Inherent's 27B “scientist” model using GPT-5.5 Codex for implementation to production pipelines that route taste, execution, security, and hardware coordination across different systems. The episode weighs why that shift matters for recursive self-improvement, verification of discoveries humans may not be able to check, model refusals in security work, and the infrastructure needed for agents that can act in the world. Its sharpest stake is whether frontier labs are scaling reinforcement learning and agentic workflows on top of reward environments and vendor pipelines that may be too rushed, noisy, or gameable to support the institutional self-improvement they are pursuing. For full show notes, links, and references, read the episode page:https://www.cognitiverevolution.ai/ai-am-highlights-recursive-self-improvement-rushed-and-vibe-coded/ Sponsors: Mercury: Mercury is the banking platform loved by 300,000+ entrepreneurs, with virtual cards and Spend controls for granular budgets, receipts, and low-risk AI agent purchases. Learn more and apply in minutes at https://mercury.com Diffusion: Diffusion helps organizations build custom AI software factories that scale business outcomes, not just outputs. Cognitive Revolution listeners get a 25% service credit on their first engagement at https://diffusion.io/tcr Granola: Granola is an AI-powered notepad that securely transcribes meetings and turns rough notes into clean, structured action items. Try it free at https://granola.ai/tcr Deepgram Flux TTS: Deepgram Flux TTS brings lifelike AI voices with real personalities that handle interruptions, pauses, and natural conversation. Try all the voices free through September 12 at https://deepgram.com/keep-talking Claude: Claude is the AI collaborator for problem solvers, helping with writing, coding, financial models, strategy, and more. Get started with Claude and explore Claude Pro at https://claude.ai/tcr CHAPTERS: (00:00) About the Episode (01:16) Sponsor: Mercury (02:58) Reward hacking environments (Part 1) (15:12) Sponsors: Diffusion | Granola (18:09) Reward hacking environments (Part 2) (18:11) Inherent safety questions (26:26) Recursive lab design (Part 1) (31:24) Sponsors: Deepgram Flux TTS | Claude (33:29) Recursive lab design (Part 2) (44:34) Right model choices (01:01:57) Hardware for agents (01:19:44) Checking frontier agents (01:33:46) China compute abundance (01:44:21) Photonic compute stack (01:53:17) Astra and AGI (02:02:21) Slowdown and access (02:06:53) Episode Outro (02:09:53) Outro PRODUCED BY: https://aipodcast.ing

Hello Beautiful, I'm so grateful you're here with me. If slowing down feels uncomfortable, you're not alone. This gentle affirmation meditation helps reassure your mind and body that rest, stillness, and slowing your pace are safe and deeply supportive. Ideal for stress relief, anxiety, relaxation, burnout recovery, mindfulness, and emotional healing. Love,

Today's poem is Story of My Life by Jameson Fitzpatrick.The Slowdown is your daily poetry ritual. In this episode, guest host Myka Kielbon writes… “Today's poem shows us how our desires are about both projection and possession.” This show is supported by gifts from listeners. Support The Slowdown with a donation today. Slowdownshow.org/donate

The mates sit down with Emad Mostaque to discuss: whether the singularity is slowing down, Sam Altman's changing views, the case against an Anthropic IPO, Emad's 18 Grokbots, Waymo's massive hardware cost cuts, China's 100x cheaper AI models, NVIDIA's $6B open-source bet, and the increasingly competitive frontier lab race. Sign up for our AMA at http://Moonshots.com/ama Get access to metatrends 10+ years before anyone else - https://qr.diamandis.com/metatrends   Peter H. Diamandis, MD, is the Founder of XPRIZE, Singularity University, ZeroG, and A360 Salim Ismail is the founder of Open ExO, a GP at Exponential Venture Capital/The Organizational Singularity Fund and a sought after global speaker and thought leader. Dave Blundin is the founder & GP of Link Ventures Dr. Alexander Wissner-Gross is a computer scientist and founder of Reified Emad Mostaque is the founder of Intelligent Internet ( https://www.ii.inc )  Read Emad's latest papers exploring the future of society, law, personhood and governance: https://ii.inc/common-wealth Read Emad's Book: https://thelasteconomy.com  – My companies: Apply to Dave's and my new fund:https://qr.diamandis.com/linkventureslanding   Get the blueprint for generative media https://goo.gle/startupgenmedia  Go to Blitzy to book a free demo and start building today: https://qr.diamandis.com/blitzy   Your body is incredibly good at hiding disease. Schedule a call with Fountain Life to add healthy decades to your life, and to learn more about their Memberships: https://www.fountainlife.com/peter  Join the Moonshots Mates on Sep 25th for the inaugural Moonshots LIVE. The world's greatest entrepreneurs, builders and creators, working together to build a hopeful and optimistic vision of tomorrow. Seats are limited and application only. Apply at moonshots.com before seats are sold out. _ Connect with Peter: X Instagram Substack Website Xprize A360 Connect with Dave: Web X LinkedIn Instagram TikTok Connect with Salim: LinkedIn X Join Salim's 10X Shift Subscribe to Salim's YouTube channel Exponential Venture Capital Connect with Alex Website LinkedIn X Email Substack  Spotify Threads Connect with Emad  X LinkedIn Learn about Intelligent Internet Read Emad's Book Listen to MOONSHOTS: Apple YouTube Follow MOONSHOTS:  Instagram TikTok X Threads – *Recorded on August 26th, 2026 *The views expressed by me and all guests are personal opinions and do not constitute Financial, Medical, or Legal advice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Canadian Investor Podcast, we break down the latest earnings from major U.S. retailers, Canadian banks, and one beaten-down software company. We start with Walmart and Target, where the results show that the consumer may be starting to feel more pressure. Walmart continues to perform well overall, but its comparable sales growth slowed sharply, and management noted that higher gas prices are changing consumer behaviour. Target showed stronger comparable sales than expected, but both retailers are leaning on price cuts and grocery strength as discretionary spending remains under pressure. We then turn to Canadian bank earnings, including Bank of Montreal, Scotiabank and National Bank. We discuss provisions for credit losses, improving margins, strong capital markets results, wealth management growth, and why the banks continue to deliver despite concerns about the Canadian economy. Finally, we look at Intuit after its latest earnings, including the pressure facing TurboTax and Mailchimp, the continued strength of QuickBooks, and whether AI and pricing pressure are starting to disrupt parts of the business. Tickers discussed: WMT, TGT, BMO.TO, BNS.TO, NA.TO, INTU, HD Subscribe to Our New Youtube Channel! Check out our portfolio by going to Jointci.com Our Website Canadian Investor Podcast Network Twitter: @cdn_investing Simon’s twitter: @Fiat_Iceberg Braden’s twitter: @BradoCapital Dan’s Twitter: @stocktrades_ca Want to learn more about Real Estate Investing? Check out the Canadian Real Estate Investor Podcast! Apple Podcast - The Canadian Real Estate Investor Spotify - The Canadian Real Estate Investor Web player - The Canadian Real Estate Investor Asset Allocation ETFs | BMO Global Asset Management Sign up for Fiscal.ai for free to get easy access to global stock coverage and powerful AI investing tools. Register for EQ Bank, the seamless digital banking experience with better rates and no nonsense.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris Sullivan with a Chokepoint: Warning drivers about the state's "Slow Down, Move Over" law // Jim Ryan on the massive lawsuit settlement planned by Meta // Brad Garrett on threats of Iranian-backed gangs in the US and an FBI bust of a large Chinese cyber hack // Gee Scott on the Seahawks new ownership

On today's episode of The Greatness Machine, Darius Mirshahzadeh sits down with Mark Sisson,  endurance athlete, New York Times bestselling author, founder of Primal Kitchen (sold to Kraft Heinz), and co-founder of Peluva, a five-toe minimalist footwear company. Mark shares his remarkable journey from painting houses and competing at elite athletic levels to pioneering the ancestral health movement and building multiple successful product companies. The conversation covers metabolic flexibility, the science of intermittent fasting, the overlooked importance of foot health, and the entrepreneurial mindset required to bring innovative products to a skeptical market. In this episode, Darius and Mark will discuss: (00:00) Introduction to Mark Sisson (01:35) Mark's Entrepreneurial Journey (04:46) Transitioning from Athletics to Business (09:16) The Shift to Health and Wellness (12:46) Educating Consumers on Health (17:09) The Importance of Diet and Nutrition (20:42) Personal Health Experiences and Insights (26:04) Transforming Health Through Diet (27:42) The Role of Intermittent Fasting in Longevity (31:47) Innovating in the Food Industry (36:39) Bridging the Gap: From Idea to Product (49:35) Overcoming Barriers to Greatness Mark Sisson has spent over 20 years transforming the health and fitness world. He founded Mark's Daily Apple, authored multiple New York Times best-selling books, and helped popularize ancestral health, keto, and intermittent fasting. He also founded Primal Kitchen, which he sold to Kraft Heinz for $200 million. Today, he's focused on changing how we walk through Peluva and his latest book, “Born to Walk”. Connect with Mark: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-sisson-8937348/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marksissonprimal/  Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/marksissonprimal/  Book: https://www.amazon.com/Born-Walk-Promises-Running-Healthy-One/dp/B0DVM3F2VD  Connect with Darius: Website: https://therealdarius.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariusmirshahzadeh/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imthedarius/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Thegreatnessmachine  Book: The Core Value Equation https://www.amazon.com/Core-Value-Equation-Framework-Limitless/dp/1544506708 Write a review for The Greatness Machine using this link: https://ratethispodcast.com/spreadinggreatness. 

Today's poem is Rain by Jennifer Grotz.The Slowdown is your daily poetry ritual. In this episode, guest host Myka Kielbon writes… “Loss of possibility is one of the greatest heartbreaks we can face. But today's poem knows the bittersweet secret: that our memories of the possible are ours to keep.” This show is supported by gifts from listeners. Support The Slowdown with a donation today. Slowdownshow.org/donate

In real estate, moving faster doesn't always mean getting ahead. Sometimes, the smartest thing you can do is slow down. In this episode, Gino Barbaro breaks down the idea of “slowing down to speed up” in real estate investing — a strategy built around creating clarity, making better decisions, and avoiding costly mistakes before they happen. From buying deals to operating properties and scaling a portfolio, Gino explains why rushing into opportunities can lead to years of problems — and why taking a few extra days to analyze the numbers, verify assumptions, and understand the market can save you years of pain. One of the key principles: No deal is better than a bad deal. When evaluating a property, don't simply trust the projections. Slow down and verify the rents, expenses, occupancy, market conditions, CapEx, and the actual condition of the property. A deal only becomes an opportunity when the numbers work at a realistic price. Gino also explains how this principle applies to operating multifamily properties. Before trying to fix a problem, slow down and diagnose what's actually causing it. He uses the Four Ps — People, Price, Product, and Promotion — as a framework for identifying what's really happening inside a property. And when it comes to scaling, the same principle applies. Adding more units isn't necessarily progress if your infrastructure can't support the growth. Before scaling, ask: • Do we have the right people? • Do we have clear processes? • Are we tracking the right KPIs? • Does everyone know what they're accountable for? • Can the business operate without everything going through the entrepreneur? If the answer is no, it may be time to slow down and build the infrastructure before adding more units. Gino also shares the “Stop Audit” — an exercise designed to help real estate investors identify the areas where they're constantly putting out fires and determine what can be systemized, delegated, or eliminated. The goal isn't to hesitate. It's to create clarity first, then move fast. Slow down. Analyze the numbers. Remove the emotion. Make the decision rationally. And once you know the deal works, that's when you speed up and execute. Because in real estate, moving fast on the wrong decision can cost you years. If you're a real estate investor, multifamily operator, or entrepreneur looking to make better decisions and build a scalable business, this episode is for you.

Today's poem is Lover of Cars by Olivia Sokolowski. The Slowdown is your daily poetry ritual. In this episode, guest host Myka Kielbon writes… “I keep today's poem taped on my wall. I thought it spoke to me because it connects my father's love of cars to my own love of poetry. But I realized, in writing this, that what it does on a craft level is what knocks me off my feet every time.” This show is supported by gifts from listeners. Support The Slowdown with a donation today. Slowdownshow.org/donate

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"Leadership isn't something any of us ever finishes learning." SUMMARY In this special Long Blue Leadership: In Case You Missed It edition, we return to eight conversations from 2026 and pull some of their most practical lessons: Slow down when pressure says rush, honor your word, separate the person from the performance, ask better questions, protect what matters, adapt to the moment, be the steady hand and notice when someone needs you to act.   FEATURED SPEAKERS 00:02:00 - Mitch Torrel '14: Slow Down to Lead Better 00:06:45 - Jessica Whitney '10: Honor Your Word 00:11:15 - Joe Bledsoe '11: Make Feedback Useful 00:15:40 - Jannell MacAulay '98: Ask Better Questions 00:20:05 - Joel Neeb '99: Protect What Matters 00:24:30 - Kim Ford '90: Lead for the Moment 00:29:00 - Mark Michalek '99: Be the Steady Hand 00:33:30 - Matthew Ayers '99: Notice and Act THREE LEADERSHIP TRUTHS Truth One: Leadership begins with intention. Slow down enough to think. Protect what matters. Honor your commitments. Don't allow the urgency, distraction or discomfort of the moment to make your decisions for you. Truth Two: Leadership is deeply human. Ask better questions. Give feedback that helps people grow. Adapt your approach. Create the trust and connection that allow people to bring their best. Truth Three: Leadership is something we practice. It's not reserved for extraordinary circumstances. It happens in everyday choices — in how we respond under pressure, how we listen, how we use our time and whether we notice when someone around us needs something we can give.   CHAPTERS 00:00:00 - Eight Leaders, Eight Lessons 00:02:00 - Mitch Torrel: Slow Down to Lead Better 00:06:45 - Jessica Whitney: Honor Your Word 00:11:15 - Joe Bledsoe: Make Feedback Useful 00:15:40 - Jannell MacAulay: Ask Better Questions 00:20:05 - Joel Neeb: Protect What Matters 00:24:30 - Kim Ford: Lead for the Moment 00:29:00 - Mark Michalek: Be the Steady Hand 00:33:30 - Matthew Ayers: Notice and Act 00:38:00 - Lessons to Carry Forward   CONNECT WITH THE LONG BLUE LINE PODCAST NETWORK TEAM Ted Robertson | Producer and Editor:  ted.robertson@usafa.org Send your feedback or nominate a guest: socialmedia@usafa.org   < ----- > Ryan Hall | Director:  ryan.hall@usafa.org  Bryan Grossman | Copy Editor:  bryan.grossman@usafa.org Wyatt Hornsby | Executive Producer:  wyatt.hornsby@usafa.org     ALL PAST LBL EPISODES  |  ALL LBLPN PRODUCTIONS AVAILABLE AT USAFA.ORG/LONGBLUELEADERSHIP AND ON ALL MAJOR PODCAST PLATFORMS     KEYWORDS Leadership, leadership development, leadership lessons, leadership philosophy, accountability, integrity, adaptability, influence, trust, feedback, active listening, curiosity, focus, composure, resilience, decision-making, leading under pressure, servant leadership, personal growth, leadership in action.     The Long Blue Line Podcast Network is presented by the U.S. Air Force Academy Association & Foundation      

This summer, Britain recorded its first ever four consecutive months of 35°C+ heat and according to the Climate Change Committee, the UK isn't ready for it, physically or emotionally. As political pressure mounts in the net zero debate over whether Britain should slow its climate transition, the CCC's chief executive makes the case that affordability and climate action are the same fight, not competing priorities. Ed sits down with Emma Pinchbeck, Chief Executive of the Climate Change Committee (CCC), to find out what preparing for a hotter Britain actually looks like, and why extreme heat has quietly overtaken flooding as the institution's top adaptation concern.They cover:Why extreme heat is now one of the CCC's top adaptation recommendations, with up to 92% of UK homes at risk of overheating by 2050.How solar and battery storage naturally track cooling demand, and why that strengthens the case for air conditioning becoming standard in UK homes.Emma's case for accelerating rather than easing off decarbonisation, including data showing EV- and solar-equipped homes can save up to £1,900 a year on energy costs.Why UK electricity is priced roughly 4x higher than gas, well above the 2:1 ratio in countries that have successfully rolled out heat pumps.Why Emma argues cost-of-living and climate policy are "the same question," not competing priorities.Want to know why UK electricity prices are 4x higher than gas, and how that compares to countries where heat pumps have taken off? Ask Ko, Modo Energy's AI Analyst, for the market-by-market breakdown. Try Ko for freeTranscript available here: Chapters: 0:00 Britain's Record-Breaking Heat1:16 The CCC's Real Role vs. Government Policy2:55 The Net Zero Speed Debate: Science and Political Pressure4:38 Electrification and Household Energy Savings9:55 Why UK Electricity Costs Four Times More Than Gas12:57 Extreme Heat and the Case for Home Cooling15:47 Solar, Batteries, and the Summer Cooling Demand Curve17:34 Gas as a Strategic Reserve for Grid Security22:43 The True Cost of Net Zero: £6.9 Trillion in Investment25:20 Financing the Transition: Levies and Smoothing Costs29:05 Why Demand Matters More Than Supply31:03 Industrial Policy: Grangemouth, Port Talbot, and Manufacturing35:27 Emma's Contrarian View: Cost and Climate as One Question38:28 Closing Thoughts and Sign-OffMusic licensed via Artlist.

This summer, Britain recorded its first ever four consecutive months of 35°C+ heat and according to the Climate Change Committee, the UK isn't ready for it, physically or emotionally. As political pressure mounts in the net zero debate over whether Britain should slow its climate transition, the CCC's chief executive makes the case that affordability and climate action are the same fight, not competing priorities. Ed sits down with Emma Pinchbeck, Chief Executive of the Climate Change Committee (CCC), to find out what preparing for a hotter Britain actually looks like, and why extreme heat has quietly overtaken flooding as the institution's top adaptation concern.They cover:Why extreme heat is now one of the CCC's top adaptation recommendations, with up to 92% of UK homes at risk of overheating by 2050.How solar and battery storage naturally track cooling demand, and why that strengthens the case for air conditioning becoming standard in UK homes.Emma's case for accelerating rather than easing off decarbonisation, including data showing EV- and solar-equipped homes can save up to £1,900 a year on energy costs.Why UK electricity is priced roughly 4x higher than gas, well above the 2:1 ratio in countries that have successfully rolled out heat pumps.Why Emma argues cost-of-living and climate policy are "the same question," not competing priorities.Want to know why UK electricity prices are 4x higher than gas, and how that compares to countries where heat pumps have taken off? Ask Ko, Modo Energy's AI Analyst, for the market-by-market breakdown. Try Ko for freeTranscript available here: Chapters: 0:00 Britain's Record-Breaking Heat1:16 The CCC's Real Role vs. Government Policy2:55 The Net Zero Speed Debate: Science and Political Pressure4:38 Electrification and Household Energy Savings9:55 Why UK Electricity Costs Four Times More Than Gas12:57 Extreme Heat and the Case for Home Cooling15:47 Solar, Batteries, and the Summer Cooling Demand Curve17:34 Gas as a Strategic Reserve for Grid Security22:43 The True Cost of Net Zero: £6.9 Trillion in Investment25:20 Financing the Transition: Levies and Smoothing Costs29:05 Why Demand Matters More Than Supply31:03 Industrial Policy: Grangemouth, Port Talbot, and Manufacturing35:27 Emma's Contrarian View: Cost and Climate as One Question38:28 Closing Thoughts and Sign-OffMusic licensed via Artlist.

Today's poem is Portrait of the Speaker Riding a Greyhound Bus by Eduardo Martinez-Leyva. The Slowdown is your daily poetry ritual. In this episode, guest host Myka Kielbon writes… “In the seemingly endless spring of 2020, my roommate and I briefly decamped Los Angeles and holed up with her family in Southern Oregon. The town was already quiet during the best of times; that spring, it was even quieter. We plugged away at our desk jobs that we'd taken with us. We knew we were lucky, but still the days felt very long. At the foot of the bed in the room where I slept was a framed photograph of a dinghy in a body of water. The water was still, and the colors were a bit washed out. It was so serene. And still, it was full of potential. The photograph lacked horizon — there was smooth water all the way to each matted edge. And the dinghy was empty, yet equipped with oars.” This show is supported by gifts from listeners. Support The Slowdown with a donation today. Slowdownshow.org/donate

Dr. Taz Bhatia shares how years of trauma + burnout led to a major hormone crisis that changed the course of her life. After being dismissed by doctor after doctor, she took her healing into her own hands and discovered the power of addressing the root causes of illness. Dr. Bhatia's journey is a powerful reminder that healing often begins when we stop ignoring our symptoms and start listening to what our bodies are trying to tell us.  Morning Microdose is a podcast curated by Krista Williams and Lindsey Simcik, the hosts and founders of Almost 30, a global community, brand, and top-rated podcast. With curated clips from the Almost 30 podcast, Morning Microdose will set the tone for your day, so you can feel inspired through thought-provoking conversations…all in digestible 10-minute episodes.  Wake up with Krista and Lindsey, both literally and spiritually, Monday-Friday. If you enjoyed this conversation, listen to the full episode on Spotify ⁠here⁠ and on Apple ⁠here⁠.  Sponsors: Square | Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at square.com/go/microdose! #squarepod

What if life doesn't actually slow down?We can spend so much time waiting for the next season to begin—when work settles down, the kids are older, the schedule gets easier, or we finally have more time. But what if we're missing the little pieces of the life we want to live because we're waiting for things to get easier?In this episode, we're talking about how to stop waiting for “one day” and start finding tiny pockets of joy, purpose, and presence right in the middle of the life you're living now.Because you can be overwhelmed and grateful. You can want change and still love where you are. You can be in a hard season and still find beautiful moments within it.Your life isn't waiting for you on the other side of this season. It's happening right now.

Most guys have a dream car, I have a dream cat. We are not the same. The cat does happen to be $15,000 though. Yikes, so my friend yelled at me, but then it hit me… You might be wondering what this has to do with a dating podcast episode. Well, because my off-brand desire relates directly to my dating life. No rushing, no settling, no second-guessing. I'll get into how my avoidance used to make me second-guess my choices, and how my relationship wants would get confused for attachment challenges. I'll talk about how to find your truth amidst your attachment patterns, and how both anxious and avoidant people get lost in the fantasy of what could be. Today's episode is about clearing the mist around what exactly needs healing and how to trust your intuition when dealing with inconsistencies from your partner (and I'll use two different situations as an example of that process). Let's do it.Ready to break the pattern, apply to work with me: https://confidencechris.com/mentorship-applicationChapters: 0:00 Forced to Slow Down & Pickup Videos9:51 My $15,000 Dream Cat26:50 Staying Grounded When She Went Quiet35:14 Living In A Fantasy46:18 He Disappears For 20 Days1:00:07 Fear Or Discernment?

We're back with Part 2 of Mike Crow's Winter Marketing Secrets series. When business starts slowing down, most inspectors make the mistake of slowing down their marketing too. In this episode, Mike explains why that's exactly when you should be doing more, from visiting more real estate offices to giving more presentations and expanding your market. Your competitors may be slowing down, but you don't have to. Let's get into it.Unlock the Power of Mike's #1 Referral-Generating Marketing SystemGet full details here...BBM+Who is Mike Crow?Mike Crow is a Marketing and Business Expert who has built and managed multiple 7-figure businesses, including two 7-figure inspection firms.For the past 15 years, he's coached thousands of other inspection business owners and has personally helped 100+ companies grow to $1,000,000+ in annual revenue. He has also helped multiple single-inspector operations earn 6-figure annual revenues (some surpassing $300,000).Mike can teach any entrepreneur how to systematize and market their business to achieve their personal and professional goals.

A 10-minute guided session. Slow Down, the Night Is Kind.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/your-quiet-moment--6944063/support.Thank you for sharing this quiet moment with us.Follow Your Quiet Moment for daily guided meditations, calming affirmations, mindful breathing, gentle relaxation, and peaceful practices designed to fit into real life.If this episode helped you slow down, consider sharing it with someone who may need a quiet moment today.Support the podcast and help us continue creating accessible moments of calm:https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/your-quiet-moment--6944063/supportPlease do not use guided meditation while driving, operating machinery, or doing anything that requires your complete attention.This podcast provides general relaxation and wellness content. It is not medical advice, diagnosis, psychotherapy, or a substitute for professional mental health care.Your Quiet Moment is produced by HustleStudios Podcast Network.

A 10-minute guided session. Slow Down, the Night Is Long.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/your-quiet-moment--6944063/support.Thank you for sharing this quiet moment with us.Follow Your Quiet Moment for daily guided meditations, calming affirmations, mindful breathing, gentle relaxation, and peaceful practices designed to fit into real life.If this episode helped you slow down, consider sharing it with someone who may need a quiet moment today.Support the podcast and help us continue creating accessible moments of calm:https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/your-quiet-moment--6944063/supportPlease do not use guided meditation while driving, operating machinery, or doing anything that requires your complete attention.This podcast provides general relaxation and wellness content. It is not medical advice, diagnosis, psychotherapy, or a substitute for professional mental health care.Your Quiet Moment is produced by HustleStudios Podcast Network.

We're back with Part 2 of Mike Crow's Winter Marketing Secrets series. When business starts slowing down, most inspectors make the mistake of slowing down their marketing too. In this episode, Mike explains why that's exactly when you should be doing more, from visiting more real estate offices to giving more presentations and expanding your market. Your competitors may be slowing down, but you don't have to. Let's get into it.Unlock the Power of Mike's #1 Referral-Generating Marketing SystemGet full details here...BBM+Who is Mike Crow?Mike Crow is a Marketing and Business Expert who has built and managed multiple 7-figure businesses, including two 7-figure inspection firms.For the past 15 years, he's coached thousands of other inspection business owners and has personally helped 100+ companies grow to $1,000,000+ in annual revenue. He has also helped multiple single-inspector operations earn 6-figure annual revenues (some surpassing $300,000).Mike can teach any entrepreneur how to systematize and market their business to achieve their personal and professional goals.

The Slowdown is taking a break. We'll be back soon with new episodes. This encore episode was originally released on April 3, 2026.Today's poem is from Perihelion: A History of Touch by Franny Choi. The Slowdown is your daily poetry ritual. In this episode, Maggie writes… “Today's poem is about the snow moon, the first full moon of February. The explanation behind the name “snow moon” is fairly straightforward: February is often the snowiest month. After reading this quiet stunner of a poem, I was inspired to turn on one of my favorite Nick Drake songs, “Pink Moon.” I highly recommend this poem/song pairing.” Celebrate the power of poems with a gift to The Slowdown today. Every donation makes a difference: https://tinyurl.com/rjm4synp

A 10-minute guided session. Slow Down, the Night Is Kind.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/your-quiet-moment--6944063/support.Thank you for sharing this quiet moment with us.Follow Your Quiet Moment for daily guided meditations, calming affirmations, mindful breathing, gentle relaxation, and peaceful practices designed to fit into real life.If this episode helped you slow down, consider sharing it with someone who may need a quiet moment today.Support the podcast and help us continue creating accessible moments of calm:https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/your-quiet-moment--6944063/supportPlease do not use guided meditation while driving, operating machinery, or doing anything that requires your complete attention.This podcast provides general relaxation and wellness content. It is not medical advice, diagnosis, psychotherapy, or a substitute for professional mental health care.Your Quiet Moment is produced by HustleStudios Podcast Network.

The Slowdown is taking a break. We'll be back soon with new episodes. This encore episode was originally released on January 20, 2026.Today's poem is The Long Now by Robin Beth Schaer.The Slowdown is your daily poetry ritual. In this episode, Maggie writes… “Today's poem addresses a child—a child full of questions about the world. It reminds me that as parents, we don't need to have the answers, and we don't need to pretend to have them. Instead we can listen, stay open, and honor our kids' curiosity and wonder. Honor the poets and philosophers that they are.” This show is supported by gifts from listeners. Support The Slowdown with a donation today. Slowdownshow.org/donate

The best masters runners today aren't slowing down. They're getting faster. I'm not here to tell you the world's fastest 70-year-old is going to beat the world's fastest 30-year-old. But today's masters runners are fitter and faster than ever before. So how is that possible? Have elite older runners found the running fountain of youth? Let's find out. Today, we're exploring how you can get fitter and faster, no matter what your age. You'll learn: The traditional signs of aging  How to slow down the slow down,and A few factors you might not even be considering that affect your speed If you're a runner over 40, or you plan to be someday, this episode is for you. Get the Readiness Reset for free right now. It's a 7-minute audio that combines guided visualization with cognitive conditioning, designed to train the exact response you need when running gets hard at theplantedrunner.com/reset,  Welcome to the Planted Runner. I'm Coach Claire Bartholic and my mission is to help you improve your running, your mindset, and your life with science-backed training and plant-based nutrition. If you need more help, you can order my book The Planted Runner: Running Your Best With Plant-Based Nutrition wherever you get books or request a copy from your local library.  Don't forget to stay tuned all the way to the end of the episode for another Mental Strength Minute. Fortify your mind in 60 seconds or less. LINKS: If you'd like help directly from me, you can check out my freebies, personal coaching, and sign up for my PR Team at https://www.theplantedrunner.com/link. For my recommendations of at-home equipment and other running products I recommend, check out my curated list on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/shop/theplantedrunner LIQUID IV: Just one stick of Liquid IV + 16 oz. of water hydrates better than water alone.  Get 20% off your first order of Liquid I.V. when you go to https://www.liquid-iv.com/ and use code PLANTED at checkout. RECENT REVIEWS: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Claire is the best podcast host! Coach Claire makes her topics relatable and easy to understand. Keep up the great work! BHZ” RunForLong  ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Thank you! As a plant based marathoner, this podcast has provided me with invaluable information related to training and nutrition. Thank you, Coach Claire for your insight and wisdom! Highly recommend if your plant and/or running- curious! HDeGveganrunner  ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Great, to the point, podcast Thanks for all the great information! I just listened to the pod on speedwork and loved the info! Would have liked more discussion about the purpose/importance of the recovery portion of interval speedwork. So much conflicting info out there. Would love to hear more! TheGingerTre Music Credits: Music from Uppbeat

Send us Fan MailTracy Wright and David "Riblet" Radulovich return for part 2 of our deep dive into the SDS Method - "Slow Down Stupid".   In part 2, Tracy, David, and Jason dive deeper into the mental side of shooting: How frustration affects performance, how to build a repeatable pre-shot routines, and how to identify what actually caused a miss, and how to reset before one mistake becomes two, three, or 10!Dead Pair Swag- https://x062jy-1z.myshopify.com. Dead Pair/Kolar raffle- https://e.givesmart.com/events/Pl8/Kolar Arms – https://www.kolararms.com Fiocchi USA –https://www.fiocchiusa.com/?utm_source=the-dead-pair-podcast&utm_medium=bannerGun & Trophy Insurance – https://gunandtrophy.com/                                         Atlas Traps – https://www.atlastraps.comRhino Chokes – https://rhinochokes.comRanger Shooting Eyewear – https://www.reranger.com   Ranger 10% Discount = DEADPAIR10Taconic Distillery – https://www.spirits.taconicdistillery.com/  Discount -DEADPAIR10Long Range – https://www.longrangellc.comMidwayUSA Foundation - https://www.midwayusafoundation.orgSlick Products – https://www.slickproductsusa.com/deadpair     ElJefe Energy – https://www.eljefe.com OtoPro Technologies - https://otoprotechnologies.comBarepelt - https://barepelt.comScore Chaser – https://scorechaser.com/JTECH - https://jtech.digitalMake-a-Break - https://makeabreak.com/                                                           Clay Range Design Works – https://traptowers.coSupport the showThe Dead Pair Podcast - https://thedeadpair.com  FACEBOOK- https://www.facebook.com/Thedeadpair. INSTAGRAM- https://www.instagram.com/thedeadpairpodcast/Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/cw/DeadPairPodcast

A 10-minute guided session. Slow Down, the Night Is Kind.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/your-quiet-moment--6944063/support.Thank you for sharing this quiet moment with us.Follow Your Quiet Moment for daily guided meditations, calming affirmations, mindful breathing, gentle relaxation, and peaceful practices designed to fit into real life.If this episode helped you slow down, consider sharing it with someone who may need a quiet moment today.Support the podcast and help us continue creating accessible moments of calm:https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/your-quiet-moment--6944063/supportPlease do not use guided meditation while driving, operating machinery, or doing anything that requires your complete attention.This podcast provides general relaxation and wellness content. It is not medical advice, diagnosis, psychotherapy, or a substitute for professional mental health care.Your Quiet Moment is produced by HustleStudios Podcast Network.

The Slowdown is taking a break. We'll be back soon with new episodes. This encore episode was originally released on September 18, 2026.Today's poem is Rancho Bar by Margot Kahn.The Slowdown is your daily poetry ritual. In this episode, Maggie writes… “Today's poem looks, tenderly, at two siblings attempting to close the distance between them. The poem is made even more poignant by the fact that its setting, a bar in California, has since burned down in a wildfire.” This show is supported by gifts from listeners. Support The Slowdown with a donation today. Slowdownshow.org/donate

Send us Fan MailRetirement? Not this time. This episode goes somewhere much darker—and much more redemptive.In this powerful episode of the Remarkable People Podcast, David Pasqualone sits down with Austin Rampt to discuss addiction, relapse, shame, faith, family, recovery, and redemption.Austin shares an unforgettable story of childhood anxiety, bullying, deep emotional pain, drug addiction, burning down his family home, arrests, sobriety, relapse, running to Mexico, cartel danger, rock bottom, and finally the truth that began changing everything: you do not have to earn love.This episode is for anyone battling: addiction  relapse  shame  hopelessness  emotional wounds  spiritual confusion  family breakdown  or the belief that their life is too far gone to be restored In this conversation, you will hear about: childhood wounds and how they shaped Austin's identity  the first time alcohol made the noise go quiet  addiction, overdoses, and life in Mexico  the lie of “not good enough”  why the opposite of addiction is connection  how faith, surrender, and truth changed his life  the power of family, fatherhood, and recovery  how rock bottom became the beginning of redemption One of Austin's most powerful lines in this episode:“The opposite is not sobriety. It's deep, intimate connections.”If you or someone you love is struggling, please share this episode.Connect with Austin Rampt

Send Zorba a message!Good news for coffee lovers! It may slow down the aging process. Zorba also talks about how 4 out of 5 toddler foods are ultra-processed. He answers emails about melatonin, breaks down a listener's cholesterol numbers, and reads some podcast reviews.Support the showProduction, edit, and music by Karl ChristensonSend your question to Dr. Zorba (he loves to help!):Phone: 608-492-9292 (call anytime)Email: askdoctorzorba@gmail.comWeb: www.doctorzorba.orgStay well!

What if the future of medicine isn't only about treating disease, but understanding what's happening in the body long before disease takes hold? Dr. Michael Aziz joins I Am Refocused Radio for a conversation about longevity, preventive health, nutrition, biological aging, and the ideas behind his book, The Ageless Revolution. Dr. Aziz is a board-certified Internal Medicine physician, author, and media commentator whose work brings together traditional and functional medicine. He has appeared across national media and has spent years exploring nutrition, hormones, preventive medicine, and strategies aimed at improving healthspan. In this conversation, we explore what happens to the body as we age, why Dr. Aziz believes medicine should pay greater attention to the mechanisms of aging, the difference between lifespan and healthspan, and what people should understand about the rapidly growing longevity movement. We also discuss nutrition, metabolic health, emerging approaches to healthy aging, and how people can become more proactive about their health without getting lost in every new wellness trend. https://www.michaelazizmd.com/  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/i-am-refocused-radio--2671113/support.Subscribe now at YouTube.com/@RefocusedNetworkThank you for your time. 

Send Zorba a message!Good news for coffee lovers! It may slow down the aging process. Zorba also talks about how 4 out of 5 toddler foods are ultra-processed. He answers emails about melatonin, breaks down a listener's cholesterol numbers, and reads some podcast reviews.Support the showProduction, edit, and music by Karl ChristensonSend your question to Dr. Zorba (he loves to help!):Phone: 608-492-9292 (call anytime)Email: askdoctorzorba@gmail.comWeb: www.doctorzorba.orgStay well!

The Slowdown is taking a break. We'll be back soon with new episodes. This encore episode was originally released on August 28, 2025.Today's poem is From the Sky by Sara Abou Rashed. The Slowdown is your daily poetry ritual. In this episode, Maggie writes… “When I think about ways to foster empathy, perspective, and care, one of those ways is poetry. I know poetry can't stop bombs from falling, and it can't feed the starving, and it can't evacuate people to safety. I know this. But poetry can change our inner world. We need that change, one person at a time. We need to reclaim our humanity.” This show is supported by gifts from listeners. Support The Slowdown with a donation today. Slowdownshow.org/donate

The Slowdown is taking a break. We'll be back soon with new episodes. This encore episode was originally released on February 25, 2026.Today's poem is Somewhere Else by Adam J. Gellings. The Slowdown is your daily poetry ritual. In this episode, Maggie writes… “I was born at 4:30 in the afternoon on a cold Sunday in February. All of this is either useless information — time of day, day of the week, month of the year — or it's part of our own myth-making.” Celebrate the power of poems with a gift to The Slowdown today. Every donation makes a difference: https://tinyurl.com/rjm4synp

We live at a pace that can leave us exhausted in ways that sleep and vacations can't fix. In Luke 4, we see Jesus making space to stop and gather, showing us a different way to respond to the busyness of life. Join Celebration Church Orlando as we explore the Sabbath and what it looks like to follow Jesus in a world that never stops. If you've been feeling worn down by the pace of life, this message is for you.Connect with Us:Next Steps: https://celebrationorl.org/Subscribe: Don't miss an episode or message—follow along!Follow Us: Instagram: https://bit.ly/2MConG0 / Facebook: https://bit.ly/2Yxe6h7Feedback: Have questions? Need prayer? DM @celebrationorl or email celebra...

The Slowdown is taking a break. We'll be back soon with new episodes. Today's encore episode was originally released on February 27, 2026.Today's poem is Poem about everything except— by Amy Lemmon.The Slowdown is your daily poetry ritual. In this episode, Maggie writes… “I was drawn to today's poem from the get-go because of its title: ”Poem about everything except—.” I went in anticipating maximalism — “everything but the kitchen sink,” as the saying goes, and the poem delivered.” This show is supported by gifts from listeners. Support The Slowdown with a donation today. Slowdownshow.org/donate