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A growing team does not always mean a growing business.Sometimes it just means you are paying people to perform tasks that software could handle faster, cheaper, and with fewer mistakes.That is where automation becomes one of the most powerful forms of leverage available to an entrepreneur.In this episode of The Level Up Podcast, Paul Alex breaks down why repetitive operational work should be handled by systems whenever possible and how automation can help businesses protect margins while scaling faster.The goal is not to eliminate people.It is to make sure your people are spending their time where human judgment actually matters.In this episode, you'll learn:• Why repetitive manual work quietly destroys profit margins• How to identify tasks inside your business that should be automated• Why tools like Zapier and Make can replace unnecessary administrative work• How automation creates infrastructure that can scale without constantly increasing payrollThe truth is simple:Your team should be focused on empathy, strategy, creativity, and decision-making.Software should handle the repetitive work.Map the process.Find the repeated actions.Automate what does not require human judgment.Then use your people where they can create the most value.The more efficiently your business operates behind the scenes, the easier it becomes to scale without letting expenses grow just as quickly as revenue.Your Network is your NETWORTH!Make sure to add me on all SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS:Instagram: https://jo.my/paulalex2024Facebook: https://jo.my/fbpaulalex2024YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGhDAD1JyGGzSQUPD9lc9HQLinkedIn: https://jo.my/inpaulalex2024Looking for a secondary source of income or want to become an entrepreneur? Check out one of my companies below to see if we can help you:www.CashSwipe.comFREE Copy of my book “Blue to Digital Gold - The New American Dream”www.officialPaulAlex.com
India just hit a record $729 billion in foreign exchange reserves, a number that sounds impressive — but new analysis shows Modi's developed-nation ambitions are straining against persistent growth gaps. With Indian bank stocks showing wild pricing anomalies under a new auction system, the world's most hyped emerging market deserves a reality check. Today's Stocks & Topics: Robinhood Markets, Inc. (HOOD), Market Wrap, YPF Sociedad Anónima (YPF), Payroll Report, GE Vernova Inc. (GEV), Is the India Stock Market a Smart Bet in 2026? Record Forex Reserves vs. the Growth Gap, Investing Through KPP Financial, First Trust Nasdaq Clean Edge Smart GRID Infrastructure Index (GRID), iShares Gold Trust (IAU), SPDR Gold Shares (GLD), Paycom Software, Inc. (PAYC), Equity Risk Premium (ERP).Our Sponsors:* Check out Anthropic and use my code claud.ai/invest for a great deal: https://www.anthropic.com* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/INVEST for a great deal: https://www.quince.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
BOB AND TOM SHOW THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 3 2026 6:00 Beer Run-Todd Snider 6:03 Chick out-Jeff in 6:05 Letter-have a refridge calendar-wrote anal probe –guest floored 6:07 Letter-Does Andy and Kristi role play? 6:09 Letter- our Parrott mimicks our garage door opening 6:10 Letter-saw old Mannix car 6:21 Tom put make-up on his injured arm 6:21 Letter-Tom is a genius-did tom's dog trick cleaning up dog poop 6:26 Cutting his paper plates-Tom 6:29 Letter-misunderstood lyrics-Tiny Dancer 6:29 Letter-BTO classic-thought taking care of Bisquits 6:31 Our lips are sealed song-Tom sang the song wrong 6:35 Horse with no name song is awful-Tom 6:35 Jeff thought America was Neil Young 6:37 Hugh Jackoff-porn star name? 6:38 HYUNDAI 6:48 Letter-Zebra farts Kill lions?-cloud of 100 zebra farts would kill lions 6:52 Letter-joined the bad breath club 7:05 Letter-what nicknames would you give each other on Applachian Trail? 7;08 Our nicknames 7:08 Ace does everything slow 7:09 Letter-how to get rid of a heckler 7:12 AMERICAN FINANCING 7:23 The Teenager-The gambler/copyright 7:26 Jesus called-shut up Kristi 7:29 car things since 1980s and 90s that have gone away-No cigarette lighters 7:32 car console ashtrays have gone away 7:35 crank car windows-gone 7:38 It's dangerous to change a tire-Tom - Josh Snaps 7:39 My son does not recognize a quarter-Pat 7:49 SWR-most somersaults in a sky diving 7:55 No helmets for sky divers-Josh 8:06 $400 for timer to pull the cord while skydiving-Jeff 8:10 Had fuzzy dice hanging from my rear view window-Jeff 8:11 Sports-Tiger woods lost his license for 5 years 8:12 Tom you have a lot of dumb clumsy friends-are they Helen Keller?-Josh 8:13 Tiger let me drive your car-Pat Godwin 8:15 "Smart & so stupid" - Kristi 8:16 HYUNDAI 8:17 Letter-left my crayons on the dashboard of my dads new truck-they melted 8:29 Orgy Dome back at burning man-Kristi 8:30 Went to Burning Man and all I got was this lousy jizz rag-Josh 8:33 Is there an orgyizer at Burning Man?-Tom 8:49 Today in History 8:54 Did not know E in E-bay stands for electronic bay-Tom 9:03 Zoom-Al 9:05 My parents had an 82 Bonneville-Al 9:11 Tom's Cadillac story to Al 9:13 new phrase-playing in my face-Al 9:16 AMERICAN FINANCING 9:28 Kristi playing the piano on Tiger let me drive your car 9:31 Tom has been using his paddle stir stix wrong 9:32 You have been using your mic wrong for 40 years Tom-Josh 9:36 Bear on womens doorstep and rang the door bell 9:38 Tom uses gas on poop filled bags-that is terrorism-Jeff 9:39 HYUNDAI 9:48 People won't leave their pets for a vacation 9:51 Some people listen to Paw casts-Josh 9:53 See ya Bitch! Josh responding to Gloria steinhams death Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
It's ev.news Briefly for Thursday 03 September 2026, only todays headlines and nothing else, in just 4 minutes if you haven't got time for the full show.Patreon supporters fund this show, get the episodes ad free, as soon as they're ready and are part of the ev.news Community. You can be like them by clicking here: https://www.patreon.com/evnewsPOLESTAR 4 SUV LAUNCHES IN EUROPEPolestar has launched the Polestar 4 SUV in Europe, its largest market, adding a more practical body variant with a linear roofline, vertical tailgate, conventional rear window and mirror, 25mm more rear headroom, standard roof rails rated to 100kg dynamic load, 1,665 litres of capacity with the 60:40 seats folded and a 15-litre front trunk. Rear Motor versions offer 200kW and up to 630km WLTP range while Dual Motor models produce 400kW and up to 600km, both using a 100kWh battery charging at up to 200kW DC for a roughly 30-minute 10-80% top-up, priced from €57,900 in Germany and £54,750 in the UK with first deliveries planned for Q4 2026 and Canada to follow Europe.SCOUT REVEALS TWO TRAVELER CONCEPTSScout Motors has revealed the Mountainside and Trail-ready concepts based on its Traveler electric SUV, debuting at the Jazz Aspen Snowmass Labor Day Experience, with the rugged Trail-ready wearing Galvanized Steel paint, a Canvas roof, full-metal bumpers, elevated roof rack with trail lights, front winch, 18-inch beadlock wheels, 35-inch off-road tyres and a brick-red leather Denim District interior, while the refined Mountainside uses Morning Dusk charcoal-brown paint with gold flakes, 22-inch dish wheels, light-brown leather, grey fabric and recycled walnut trim. Scout has not confirmed whether either will be sold as a package or which features are optional; Traveler production starts next year with deliveries from 2028, and the range-extended Harvester, using a four-cylinder generator and 63kWh LFP pack for a claimed 500 miles, launches before the battery-electric version.FRANCE BEV SHARE RISES TO 38% IN AUGUSTBattery-electric vehicles took 38% of France's new-car market in August 2026, up from 35% in July, with registrations climbing 113% year on year to 36,159 units according to the CCFA. Chinese brands took 7,070 registrations or 7.5% of the market, led by BYD on 2,195, MG on 2,003 and Jaecoo on 1,987, but were outsold by Renault alone on 13,128, ahead of Peugeot on 11,716 and Tesla on 5,038, of which 4,622 were the Model Y, France's best-selling BEV.MOST USED EVS RETAIN ABOUT 90% CAPACITY AT 150,000KMAn Aviloo study of more than 500,000 battery-health tests across 20 popular models in North America, South America, Europe, Asia and Australia between 2022 and 2026 found most used EVs retained about 90% of usable battery capacity at 150,000km, with median state-of-health scores ranging from 87% to 94%, led at that mileage by the Mercedes-Benz EQA at 93.97% and Hyundai Ioniq 5 at 93.79%, and trailed by the Nissan Leaf at 86.67%, Mini Cooper SE at 87.11% and Renault Zoe at 87.33%. Chinese models were excluded for lack of data, air-cooled and smaller batteries such as the Zoe and Leaf degraded faster, the Leaf ZE1 showed a 13.5-percentage-point spread between individual cars, and with warranties typically covering eight years or 160,000km and requiring replacement below 70%, the findings strengthen calls for mandatory battery-health certification since identical age and mileage can mask very different treatment.KIA OPENS CANADIAN ORDERS FOR 2027 EV4 GTKia has opened factory orders for the 2027 EV4 GT at certified Canadian dealerships from CA$58,595, its third "affordable" EV to get GT treatment, replacing the standard car's front-wheel drive with a 288-horsepower dual-motor all-wheel-drive system paired to an 81.4kWh battery for an estimated 431km of range. The GT adds GT-exclusive neon-accented brake calipers, 20-inch alloys, suede and synthetic-leather seats, a GT instrument cluster and a steering-wheel GT boost button, sitting above the standard EV4 that launched in Canada in late 2025 from CA$38,995 as what Kia called the country's most affordable EV.HONDA SEEKS 1.5 TRILLION YEN IN SAVINGSHonda is seeking 1.5 trillion yen ($9.4 billion) in savings by 2030 to improve its car business, expecting cumulative EV-related losses to exceed $12 billion and shifting towards hybrids while under pressure from Chinese manufacturers including BYD, which are taking share in Southeast Asia, Latin America and Europe on software, battery technology and the industry's lowest prices. Honda briefed major suppliers on the plan in spring and, according to internal documents, is targeting a 30% cost reduction in pressed and forged components, electrical parts and software-defined-vehicle parts, with individual targets issued to suppliers afterwards.MNDOT OFFERS $41.2 MILLION FOR UP TO 40 SITESMnDOT is offering $41.2 million in its third and largest NEVI round for fast-charging sites across Greater Minnesota, expecting to award up to 40 locations across 74 eligible areas with no more than one station funded in each, now able to go beyond I-35, I-90 and I-94 after the federal government certified those routes as fully built-out corridors. Funded sites must provide at least four NACS and four CCS1 connectors delivering a minimum 150kW per port with all ports in simultaneous use, be open during the host business's hours, and include an ADA-compliant charging space, adequate lighting, security cameras or staff, and snow removal within two hours of storms exceeding an inch — even though most earlier interstate sites have yet to open.TESLA US SALES DROP 26% IN AUGUSTMotor Intelligence estimated Tesla sold 40,816 vehicles in the United States in August 2026, down 26% from 55,500 a year earlier and its largest year-over-year monthly decline of 2026, with demand appearing to stabilise around 40,000 units a month, below the 47,000 monthly average of the first half of 2025 and below tax-credit-inflated third-quarter volumes. Ending Model S and Model X production, extending Model Y and Model 3 offers, starting Model Y L deliveries, expanding a certified pre-owned programme from $20,600 and fully claiming California's MyFirstEV allocation within days did not materially change the trajectory.VOLVO GLOBAL SALES FALL 7.4% FROM JUNE THROUGH AUGUSTVolvo Cars sold 148,239 vehicles globally from June through August, down 7.4% year over year despite a 13% rise in electrified sales — fully electric up 27%, plug-in hybrids down 1% — which made up 53.5% of global volume, with the decline blamed on China's continuing downturn and weaker US demand for electrified models. The company expects a significantly stronger second half as EX60 deliveries ramp up from Gothenburg production that began in spring at around $60,000 in the US, alongside European growth and continued US recovery, while shifting more output stateside to cut tariff exposure with XC60 production starting in South Carolina later this year and global Polestar 3 production consolidated there.XPENG TAKES UK COMMERCIAL CONTROLXpeng is establishing its own UK national sales company, taking ownership of its UK operations and responsibility for strategic and commercial development while retaining International Motors — the Subaru and Isuzu importer that originally handled its UK shipping and retail — as a provider of operational infrastructure and local distribution expertise. Having entered the UK last year with the G6, delivering 1,800 units through 48 dealers in England, Wales and Scotland, Xpeng plans to add the X9 MPV as an ID Buzz rival and the L03 coupé-crossover, sold as Mona in China, though no UK launch date or pricing has been announced and an entry price below £40,000 would pitch it against the Skoda Enyaq and Ford Explorer.35% OF SCREEN-EQUIPPED OWNERS NEVER USE THEMJD Power's 2026 U.S. Tech Experience Index study, surveying 68,084 owners of vehicles with passenger screens, found 35% had never used the screen and only 6% used it every drive, even as the feature spreads through new vehicles. Smart ignition, climate control and driver-preference settings scored highest for satisfaction with the fewest problems while added complexity in driver-assistance features lowered scores, suggesting owners prefer predictable technology and that a screen — a cheap, simple way to make a plain dashboard look advanced, useful for passenger HVAC control or films on long trips — improves appearance rather than the ownership experience.
Five years after their initial discussion, we are back with Freddie DeBoer—author of The Cult of Smart and the upcoming book All in Your Head—to revisit the state of American education.In this episode, we move beyond the usual pundits' talking points to address the material and institutional realities facing schools today. From the uniform decline in literacy scores globally to the complex economics of "cost disease" in special education, we explore why most modern reform efforts are failing to meet the actual challenges of the system.Key Discussion Points:The Literacy Crisis: Why reading scores are declining internationally and why standard "reforms" often prove delusional.The Myth of Educational Intervention: Challenging the belief that schools can fully overcome socioeconomic disparities and why academic aptitude remains remarkably static over a lifetime.The Cost Disease & Bureaucracy: How the expansion of administrative apparatuses, driven by compliance mandates (like the ADA) and state oversight, has bloated costs without improving outcomes.The Special Education Dilemma: Addressing the ballooning cost of special education and the perverse incentives created by a system that requires a "diagnosis" for students to receive basic resources.The Future of the "College for All" Model: Why the assumption that every student must pursue higher education is breaking down in an economy that no longer offers a reliable industrial path for those who don't.Send us Fan Mail Musis by Bitterlake, Used with Permission, all rights to BitterlakeSupport the showCrew:Host: C. Derick VarnIntro and Outro Music by Bitter Lake.Intro Video Design: Jason MylesArt Design: Corn and C. Derick VarnLinks and Social Media:twitter: @varnvlogblue sky: @varnvlog.bsky.socialYou can find the additional streams on YoutubeCurrent Patreon at the Sponsor Tier: Jordan Sheldon, Mark J. Matthews, Lindsay Kimbrough, RedWolf, DRV, Kenneth McKee, JY Chan, Matthew Monahan, Parzival, Adriel Mixon, Buddy Roark, Daniel Petrovic,Julian, Drea, Free Beer
Wanna work with us? Schedule a call here: https://go.oncehub.com/bookacall Fix-and-flip lending is more competitive than ever—but smart private lenders know there's more opportunity beyond the traditional loan box. In this episode of the Private Lenders Podcast, Jason and Chris break down how lenders are finding opportunistic deals in today's market, from bridge loans and small-balance commercial transactions to second mortgages and borrowers who value speed and flexibility over institutional financing. They also cover the underwriting questions that can uncover hidden opportunities, how to evaluate collateral and exit strategies, and why consistent marketing can bring the right deals to your doorstep. Think beyond fix-and-flip. The best opportunities may be the ones other lenders overlook. ✅ Please like, subscribe, and share! ✅ Are you a new or experienced private lender or hard money lender? Join Jason Balin and Chris Haddon from Hard Money Bankers as they draw from their extensive experience running a successful hard money lending company since 2007. Tune in weekly with episodes related to all aspects of private lending. From discovering lucrative loan opportunities to securing private capital, effectively managing your loan portfolio, handling defaults, and much more, we've got you covered. ✔️ Tune in now and watch the full video podcast at www.privatelenderspodcast.com ✔️If you enjoyed this podcast we would appreciate a positive review... https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-lenders-podcast/id1476153070 ✔️Make sure to check out the #1 Online Community For New and Experienced Private and Hard Money Lenders.. Create your account at www.hardmoneymastermind.com FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL Get updates or reach out to Get updates on our Social Media Profiles! ✅ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hardmoneymastermind/ ✅ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hardmoneymastermind
Emmet Kennedy is joined by Andy Newton, George Gorman, Jaime Wrenn and Peter Michael for the Final Furlong Podcast Weekend Betting Guide, with the team's best bets for Saturday's racing at Haydock, Kempton and Ascot. The Group 1 Sprint Cup headlines the action as Royal Ascot hero Almeraq takes on Kind Of Blue, Coppull, Marvelman and Big Mojo, while Constitution Hill steps into Group company on the Flat in a fascinating September Stakes at Kempton. Plus, there's a major disagreement between Andy and Peter that results in a forfeit bet, and we're letting the listeners decide what the loser has to do!
On today’s episode of the podcast, Wootak opens up about his wild journey, from partying and addiction to finding faith and changing his life. He also talks about Grubology blowing up and how making money as a content creator has changed over the years.Timecodes (Episode #182):0:00 - Start1:23 - Wootak Had ANOTHER Glow Up3:50 - Raving Is HEALTHY?5:32 - Wootak Taking Ketamine?25:19 - Wootak Is on a Tweakathon31:20 - Wootak Was an Alcoholic40:25 - What Is Wootak's Relationship w God?50:51 - How to ACTUALLY Party54:53 - Grubology Is BLOWING UP1:01:58 - What Happened Drew Affualo?1:14:39 - Best Sandwich Jersey City1:19:56 - First Video Joe Knew There Was Something1:32:24 - Making Money Now VS 6 Years Ago as Content Creator1:39:52 - Super Bonsai Newest ProductFollow The John Rondi ShowTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@johnrondipodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnrondipodcast/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7xuYMlfFAXUfReoHKGHjb6?si=e13220a9830e4463Apple Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-john-rondi-show/id1670365515Follow WootakTikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZM8C4msk7/Instagram: https://instagram.com/barchemistryPersonal IG: https://www.instagram.com/thekimwootak?igsh=dW9saDVpbTllYXJnYouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCDfX41sMJRIeG8kqAGTz6mgFollow JoeTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@grubologyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/gruhbology/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@gruhbologyFollow JohnInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnrondiTikTok: www.tiktok.com/@johnnyrondi#podcast #johnrondi
“Does DNA barcoding actually work?” It's the first question Kent Rapp hears from prospective customers when he pitches Biolinco's DNA barcoding platform. By his own admission, the technology can sound too good to be true.In Part 2 of this conversation, Kent rejoins the Smart Biotech Scientist Podcast to address that skepticism head-on, unpack how subclone variability and bispecific antibody purity concerns shape customer trust, and share what it actually took to move Biolinco from a Johns Hopkins postdoc project to a company with its first paying customer.In this episode:Common pushbacks and questions from industry regarding new cell line development technologies (03:18)Practical advice for resource-constrained startups developing cell lines, emphasizing efficiency and data quality over brute force automation (08:42)The role and value of DNA barcoding in screening and developing robust cell lines for therapeutics (08:56)Lessons learned from translating scientific innovation into a commercial product, including securing early support and customer trust (10:27)Insights on adapting messaging, leveraging feedback, and understanding market needs as part of the entrepreneurial process (13:52)Key differences between academic research and industry requirements for reliable, repeatable biotech tools (15:26)Kent's most important takeaway for successful cell line development: focus on collecting the right data at the right scale for informed decisions (17:14)Smart insight: Translating innovations from academia to industry brings a new wave of challenges. Kent describes the “valley of death” separating a publishable prototype from a reliable, commercial-grade product. Academic success is often tied to novelty, publications, and grants, while industry demands repeatability, robustness, and consistent performance across labs and operators. Securing early champions and funding, iterating based on tough industry feedback, and building trust with initial partners all require resilience, and a willingness to pivot as needed. Feedback, even when harsh, becomes a “gift” that helps refine the product and business model. The secret is not a single breakthrough, but adaptability and relentless customer focus.If this got you rethinking how you screen clones, you'll want these next. We've tackled cell line development, high-throughput screening, and the art of spotting manufacturable candidates early from a few different directions — here are four worth queuing up.Episodes 117 - 118 : Cell Line Development Secrets: Eliminating Critical Bottlenecks for Faster Timelines with Andrea GoughEpisodes 09 - 10: Revolutionizing Cell-Line Development: Unleashing the Power of Nanopens and Microenvironments with Tanner NevillEpisodes 123 - 124: Manufacturability: Why Most Protein Candidates Fail (And How to Pick Winners Early) with Susan SharfsteinEpisodes 115 - 116: Revolutionizing Biologics Development with Hyper Throughput Screening and AI with Jeremy AgrestiConnect with Kent Rapp:LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/kent-rapp Biolinco website: www.biolinco.comFree 5-day email course, The CMC Failure Chain: the five recurring CMC mistakes that put your promising program at risk → Get it hereSupport the show
Episode 169 | With football season upon us, DP & McGhee welcome an executive from one of the most iconic franchises in professional sports. Pittsburgh Steelers SVP of Business Operations Ryan Huzjak joins the show for a wide-ranging conversation about the culture, leadership, and traditions that have helped define the Steelers for generations, while also sharing his perspective on the current state of football and the business of sports.
The Morning XTRA with Tug and Los delivers conservative talk on the biggest political, cultural, and news stories of the day. Smart analysis, unapologetic opinions, and real conversations every weekday morning. Every weekday from 6a to 10a! The 6 o'clock hour is brought to you by Subaru of Gwinnett. You’ll Love the Difference College Football is officially back, 200 HR for Acuna, Chris Carr goes after LSU Watch The Morning XTRA every weekday from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. on the XTRA 106.3 YouTube or listen on the XTRA 106.3 App
The Morning XTRA with Tug and Los delivers conservative talk on the biggest political, cultural, and news stories of the day. Smart analysis, unapologetic opinions, and real conversations every weekday morning. Every weekday from 6a to 10a! First thing to know: It’s Important to understand ruling create precedent in legal cases Be Careful what you wish for with the Clancy Ruling Tom Mitchell, The Honest Car Guy, joins the show Watch The Morning XTRA every weekday from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. on the XTRA 106.3 YouTube or listen on the XTRA 106.3 App
The Morning XTRA with Tug and Los delivers conservative talk on the biggest political, cultural, and news stories of the day. Smart analysis, unapologetic opinions, and real conversations every weekday morning. Every weekday from 6a to 10a! The 8 o'clock hour is brought to you by Central Heating & Air, your Atlanta Carrier Experts. 770-GET-HEAT, Centralheat.com First thing to know: Talarcio is perhaps the best of the worst we have in this cycle Let’s tell you about the male Lindsay Clancy This is what happens in the arena of ideas Watch The Morning XTRA every weekday from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. on the XTRA 106.3 YouTube or listen on the XTRA 106.3 App
The Morning XTRA with Tug and Los delivers conservative talk on the biggest political, cultural, and news stories of the day. Smart analysis, unapologetic opinions, and real conversations every weekday morning. Every weekday from 6a to 10a! Gearing up for the start of College They’re mad about Trump renaming things, but what about what Biden did? What dropping off your kids at school is like in 2026 Watch The Morning XTRA every weekday from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. on the XTRA 106.3 YouTube or listen on the XTRA 106.3 App
The Morning XTRA with Tug and Los delivers conservative talk on the biggest political, cultural, and news stories of the day. Smart analysis, unapologetic opinions, and real conversations every weekday morning. Every weekday from 6a to 10a! On Today's Show, College football is officially back, Acuña reaches 200 home runs, and Chris Carr takes aim at LSU. Tug and Los dig into why it’s important to understand how rulings create precedent in legal cases and why you should be careful what you wish for when it comes to the Lindsay Clancy ruling. Tom Mitchell, The Honest Car Guy, joins the show, and the guys take a look at Talarcio as perhaps the best of the worst in this election cycle. They also tell you about the “male Lindsay Clancy” and explain what happens when political battles play out in the arena of ideas. Plus, the guys gear up for the start of college, examine the outrage over Trump renaming things by looking back at what Biden did, and ask the question every parent can relate to: what is dropping your kids off at school like in 2026? Watch The Morning XTRA every weekday from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. on the XTRA 106.3 YouTube or listen on the XTRA 106.3 App
Get the 200+ Page Optimal Living Daily Workbook (PDF) - Free. Want to turn today's episode into an actionable plan? Join the Optimal Living Weekly newsletter and I'll send you our 200-page digital workbook immediately. It's packed with the best takeaways from the show, formatted for easy reading and implementation at home. Get your free PDF workbook here: https://oldpodcast.eo.page/join Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com Episode 3522: Roger Lawson continues his breakdown of Edwin Locke's goal-setting principles with the two that decide whether a training plan survives contact with reality: feedback and task complexity. He argues that people who succeed adjust the plan based on results rather than demolishing it at the first sign of stagnation, and that knowing what a goal actually demands prevents spending everything before the finish. He closes on time as the greatest variable, noting that going too fast or quitting too early is the larger hazard. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://roglawfitness.com/how-to-rock-at-goal-setting/ Quotes to ponder: "Successful people do not just create a plan and follow it blindly; they are constantly re-evaluating it based on their results." "A complete overhaul is rarely necessary" "The greatest variable in achieving our goals is time." Optimal Health Daily is a daily health and wellness podcast where we narrate the best articles on nutrition, fitness, weight loss, and healthy habits, read to you by a professional narrator so you can improve your health a little more every day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Send us Fan MailSend us Fan MailIn this empowering episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, we sit down with Drea Lynn, a remarkable attorney, entrepreneur, and author who shares her inspiring journey of leaving the corporate world to pursue her true calling. After facing significant challenges, including overcoming six figures of debt, Drea developed a unique framework to help others make intentional career moves rather than impulsive exits.Drea reflects on her diverse career path, revealing how each experience, from her time in church ministry to her role as COO, has shaped her approach to consulting and business strategy. She candidly discusses the emotional turmoil of stepping away from a seemingly successful career and the lessons learned from her unexpected transition into entrepreneurship.Listeners will gain valuable insights into recognizing the signs of needing a change, the importance of strategic quitting, and how to leverage existing job roles for future success. Drea emphasizes the significance of building relationships, acquiring skills, and understanding that stability is often an illusion in the corporate world.Throughout the episode, Drea introduces her book, *Smart Quit*, which outlines her four-phase approach to transitioning careers: Prepare, Position, Pivot, and Profit. She encourages listeners to view their current jobs as potential investors in their future endeavors, emphasizing the importance of intentionality in career decisions.What You'll Learn in This Episode:- The journey of rebuilding after leaving a corporate career- Key signs that indicate it might be time for a strategic quit- How to leverage your current job for future entrepreneurial success- Insights from Drea's book, *Smart Quit*, and its practical framework- The importance of resilience and learning from failure in entrepreneurshipFor more information on Drea Lynn and her work, visit www.howtosmartquit.com and explore her resources for those looking to make intentional career transitions.Support the show
David Robson is an award-winning science writer and author of The Intelligence Trap, The Expectation Effect, and The Laws of Connection. His work has appeared in the BBC, New Scientist, and The Guardian, and has been translated into more than 15 languages. David explores why intelligence and expertise don't always protect leaders from bad judgment. He explains how the "curse of expertise" can create overconfidence, why good leaders actively look for evidence that challenges their assumptions, and why leadership requires skills beyond professional expertise. He also examines how expectations shape performance, how leaders can unintentionally undermine others, and why warmth, competence, and vulnerability are essential to trust and influence. Throughout the conversation, David offers practical ways to question assumptions, strengthen relationships, and make better decisions. The Leadership Podcast is sponsored by W.S. Darley & Company. Founded in 1908, Darley remains a family owned and operated business, providing the highest quality equipment solutions to our country's warfighters and firefighters. Learn more at darley.com and darleydefense.com Memorable Quotes "Listen to your intuitions. But then interrogate that as if it's just another piece of data." "When you've reached such a high level of expertise, you can actually become far too overconfident in your judgment." "Becoming a leader requires learning a completely different skill set." "Stress is debilitating or stress is energizing. You get to choose your mindset." "Showing vulnerability is actually a great way of demonstrating warmth and competence." "The beautiful mess effect: when leaders admit to mistakes, followers' loyalty actually increases." "We overestimate how clear our message is. You have to check that you're both singing from the same songbook." "Express genuine curiosity explicitly. It's incredibly disarming and reduces polarization." "Being self-critical is counterproductive. It clouds your thinking and damages your health." Resources Mentioned The Leadership Podcast | theleadershippodcast.com Sponsored by | www.darley.com Rafti Advisors. LLC | www.raftiadvisors.com Self-Reliant Leadership. LLC | selfreliantleadership.com Website | www.davidrobson.me 60-Second Psychology | davidarobson.substack.com LinkedIn | www.linkedin.com/in/david-robson-5761791b X | @d_a_robson
Sometimes the most meaningful growth happens in the places we never planned to be.Life has a way of bringing unexpected moments that can leave us feeling uncertain, overwhelmed, or searching for direction. Questions don't always come with immediate answers, and the journey through them is rarely simple.--------Sign up for Pillars: A 12 Week Discipleship JourneyBuilding Saints who are STRONG, SMART, and STABLE.https://weareoneyouth.com/pillars--------Text the We Are One Hotline for prayer needs and all things We Are One: 844-641-8147For bibles, prayer requests, giving, and more, click the link below to get connected https://weareoneyouth.com/famIf you just accepted Jesus, if you have a prayer request, or you want to know more about us, CLICK THIS LINK! https://weareoneyouth.com/fam-------Join the We Are One Fam:WEB: https://weareoneyouth.comFACEBOOK: http://facebook.com/waoyouth INSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/waoyouth TIKTOK: https://vm.tiktok.com/tGmCPB/
Recorded 8/4/26Slava Rubin and Jan-Erik Asplund explore the recent IPO of SpaceX, its market performance, and the potential upcoming IPOs of major AI companies like OpenAI, Anthropic, and Databricks.
In this episode, Dr. Bernhisel discusses two articles on global ophthalmology. Tune in to learn about Dissemination and Implementation Science and why innovative advancements don't typically translate to improved patient outcomes. One of the articles is an opinion piece on overcoming the “last-mile translational gap” in ophthalmology care globally. The other is a successful example where a Smart phone app enhanced follow up after failed school screening in Kenya. As much as imaging and AI help us dream big in ophthalmology, these articles remind us that we need to be mindful of patient behavior, reach, adoption, fidelity, and sustainability. Subscribe to the podcast: https://MayoClinicOphthalmology.podbean.com Follow and reach out to us on X and IG: @mayocliniceye
Get the 200+ Page Optimal Living Daily Workbook (PDF) - Free. Want to turn today's episode into an actionable plan? Join the Optimal Living Weekly newsletter and I'll send you our 200-page digital workbook immediately. It's packed with the best takeaways from the show, formatted for easy reading and implementation at home. Get your free PDF workbook here: https://oldpodcast.eo.page/join Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com Episode 3522: Roger Lawson continues his breakdown of Edwin Locke's goal-setting principles with the two that decide whether a training plan survives contact with reality: feedback and task complexity. He argues that people who succeed adjust the plan based on results rather than demolishing it at the first sign of stagnation, and that knowing what a goal actually demands prevents spending everything before the finish. He closes on time as the greatest variable, noting that going too fast or quitting too early is the larger hazard. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://roglawfitness.com/how-to-rock-at-goal-setting/ Quotes to ponder: "Successful people do not just create a plan and follow it blindly; they are constantly re-evaluating it based on their results." "A complete overhaul is rarely necessary" "The greatest variable in achieving our goals is time." Optimal Health Daily is a daily health and wellness podcast where we narrate the best articles on nutrition, fitness, weight loss, and healthy habits, read to you by a professional narrator so you can improve your health a little more every day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sometimes the hardest person to give credit to is ourselves. We can become so focused on where we're going—or where we think we should be—that we overlook just how far we've already come. In this Wellness Wednesday conversation, Robin, Beth and Jeff explore the importance of recognizing our accomplishments, giving ourselves permission to change our goals, and remembering that we deserve to be in the spaces we've worked so hard to reach. Progress doesn't always arrive with something tangible we can point to. Sometimes it happens quietly, one small step at a time. From breaking larger ambitions into achievable SMART goals to simply allowing yourself to "toot your own horn," this conversation is a reminder to ease up on the self-criticism and acknowledge the journey. Your destination may change along the way—and sometimes, what you discover there may be even better than what you originally imagined. Check out all the Wellness Wednesday episodes. Show Hosts: Robin Ennis on the web at www.robinennislcsw.com Beth Gustin, LPC, NCC, EMDRIA Approved Consultant, CAGCS, PLGS Www.transitioningthroughchange.com You can message Beth and Robin by calling 612-367-6093. They are looking forward to hearing from you! Thanks for listening!
Giving back can do more than support a good cause—it can also strengthen your shop's reputation and deepen customer loyalty. In this episode of Ratchet+Wrench Radio, Christine Schaffran talks with Adam Sutton, CEO of DX3 Brands and RNR Tire Express, about how shop owners can turn community involvement into a strategic advantage by creating meaningful, authentic connections in their local markets.
The Morning XTRA with Tug and Los delivers conservative talk on the biggest political, cultural, and news stories of the day. Smart analysis, unapologetic opinions, and real conversations every weekday morning. Every weekday from 6a to 10a! The 6 o'clock hour is brought to you by Subaru of Gwinnett Tug is finally watching some good TV How a country gets 2500+ people killed without an earthquake Watch The Morning XTRA every weekday from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. on the XTRA 106.3 YouTube or listen on the XTRA 106.3 App
The Morning XTRA with Tug and Los delivers conservative talk on the biggest political, cultural, and news stories of the day. Smart analysis, unapologetic opinions, and real conversations every weekday morning. Every weekday from 6a to 10a! First thing to know: You know it's bad when Van Jones says your position is extreme Women are using the Lindsay Clancy case as their own OJ Case Tug’s Spirit Animal is back, kickin butt again Watch The Morning XTRA every weekday from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. on the XTRA 106.3 YouTube or listen on the XTRA 106.3 App
The Morning XTRA with Tug and Los delivers conservative talk on the biggest political, cultural, and news stories of the day. Smart analysis, unapologetic opinions, and real conversations every weekday morning. Every weekday from 6a to 10a! The 8 o'clock hour is brought to you by Central Heating & Air, your Atlanta Carrier Experts. 770-GET-HEAT, Centralheat.com First thing to know: You gotta feel for the GoBear By the Numbers: What happens if the polls underestimate republicans as they always do This is why we watch MSNOW so you don’t have to Watch The Morning XTRA every weekday from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. on the XTRA 106.3 YouTube or listen on the XTRA 106.3 App
The Morning XTRA with Tug and Los delivers conservative talk on the biggest political, cultural, and news stories of the day. Smart analysis, unapologetic opinions, and real conversations every weekday morning. Every weekday from 6a to 10a! Phill Holloway joins the show Watch The Morning XTRA every weekday from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. on the XTRA 106.3 YouTube or listen on the XTRA 106.3 App
Danny and Rebecca continue their conversation with Dave Boden about raising Gen Alpha (born 2010–2024) in an AI-shaped world. He describes risks of AI chatbots giving unsafe advice and reducing real-life relationships, and he outlines big data’s influence. Practical guidance includes parents learning AI realities, modeling healthy tech habits, answering teens’ identity/purpose/belonging questions through faith, family, and church, and prioritizing in-person rhythms. They also highlight SMART tech benefits and discuss balancing tech limits in homeschooling.Raising Gen AlphaTake Our FREE Parenting AssessmentList Of Words Gen Alpha SaysAsk Us Your Question via Voicemail or EmailEnjoying music as a family can bring everyone closer. Check out Focus Live, powered by Godcaster. It’s a great way to get Focus On The Family content and expose your kids to great worship music!Speak To A Counselor
The Morning XTRA with Tug and Los delivers conservative talk on the biggest political, cultural, and news stories of the day. Smart analysis, unapologetic opinions, and real conversations every weekday morning. Every weekday from 6a to 10a! On Today's show, Tug and Los talk about Tug finally watching some good TV and break down how a country can have more than 2,500 people killed without an earthquake. The guys react to Van Jones calling out an extreme position, discuss women using the Lindsay Clancy case as their own O.J. case, and welcome back Tug’s spirit animal. They also look at the latest GoBear saga, crunch the numbers on what could happen if polls once again underestimate Republicans, and explain why they watch MSNOW so you don’t have to. Plus, legal analyst and trial attorney Phil Holloway joins the show to discuss the Lindsay Clancy case. Watch The Morning XTRA every weekday from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. on the XTRA 106.3 YouTube or listen on the XTRA 106.3 App
How does your child learn and process information? Cynthia Tobias and Jim Daly explore different learning styles kids have. Also, John and Danny provide encouragement for if your child is struggling with discouragement because he or she is struggling to learn things in school. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.The Way They LearnTake the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting AssessmentDiscovering Your Child's Learning Style (Digital)Counseling Consultation and ReferralsLearning Styles: Different Kinds of Smart
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Emmet Kennedy visits Ballydoyle as Aidan O'Brien opens the doors to one of the most famous training establishments in world racing and talks through his potential team for Irish Champions Festival at Leopardstown and the Curragh. With seven Group 1 races across the two-day meeting, O'Brien makes clear just how important the weekend is to Ballydoyle: “Everything leads to this.”
Why Being Smart Feels So Hard is a thought-provoking exploration of the challenges faced by intelligent individuals. In this motivational speech by Alan Watts, we delve into the complexities of intellect and how it can often feel overwhelming. Discover insights that can help you navigate the struggles of being smart, from societal expectations to personal doubts. This episode not only sheds light on these hidden struggles but also offers practical advice on embracing your intelligence without the burden. Are you ready to transform your perspective? Listen now and unlock the wisdom that awaits you! #motivation #alanwatts #intelligence #selfimprovement #mindset #wisdom #personaldevelopment #mentalhealth #growth #insight why being smart feels so hard, alan watts motivational speech, overcoming struggles of intelligence, intellectual challenges, motivation for smart people, self improvement tips, personal growth journey, wisdom from alan watts, understanding intelligence, mental health awareness, embracing your intellect, insightful speeches, motivational content, overcoming frustration, life lessons, personal development strategies, growth mindset, self discovery, motivational speeches, intellectual growth, finding your path, navigating expectations, dealing with pressure, embracing challenges, wisdom for thinkers, mental wellness, deep thinking, philosophical insights, success mindset, transformative thinking, understanding self, unlocking potential, inspiration, exploring intelligence, building resilience, motivational episode Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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What if the bottleneck in cell line development isn't how many clones you screen, but how you track them?Cloning workflows have long relied on brute force: screen more cells, automate harder, and hope that small-scale performance predicts manufacturability. But too often, the “perfect” clone in a 96-well plate turns into a dud when it reaches the bioreactor. That disconnect costs time, money, and promising therapies.This week, host David Brühlmann welcomes Kent Rapp, Co-founder and CEO of Biolinco, an entrepreneur who's turning the classic approach to cell line development inside out. Drawing from his background in chemical engineering and his work in biomanufacturing at Johns Hopkins University, Kent teamed up with DNA barcoding experts to pioneer a new workflow: barcode every cell, pool them, and track their true performance in the environment that matters.Topics discussed:The pitfalls of brute-force screening in traditional cell line development (03:05)Kent's background and how he was drawn to combine science, startups, and biomanufacturing (04:37)Overcoming discrepancies between small-scale and large-scale screening environments (08:30)How DNA barcoding allows for high-resolution, pooled clone screening (10:34)Sensitivity advantages of sequencing over plate-based detection (14:21)Methodology for tracking and recovering individual high-performing clones from pools (15:13)Impact on speed and workflow efficiency in cell line development (17:31)Regulatory and safety considerations related to DNA barcodes in cell lines (19:04)Smart insight: According to Kent, biotech as an industry has a tendency to "automate problems instead of solve them". Rather than addressing the root causes—like lack of meaningful measurements at relevant scales—companies often throw more robots and more plates at the issue, hoping brute force will finally yield the magical clone. But real process improvement requires a rethinking of what is being measured and how those insights are generated—not just a higher throughput of the same flawed assay.If this got you rethinking how you screen clones, you'll want these next. We've tackled cell line development, high-throughput screening, and the art of spotting manufacturable candidates early from a few different directions — here are four worth queuing up.Episodes 117 - 118 : Cell Line Development Secrets: Eliminating Critical Bottlenecks for Faster Timelines with Andrea GoughEpisodes 09 - 10: Revolutionizing Cell-Line Development: Unleashing the Power of Nanopens and Microenvironments with Tanner NevillEpisodes 123 - 124: Manufacturability: Why Most Protein Candidates Fail (And How to Pick Winners Early) with Susan SharfsteinEpisodes 115 - 116: Revolutionizing Biologics Development with Hyper Throughput Screening and AI with Jeremy AgrestiConnect with Kent Rapp:LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/kent-rapp Biolinco website: www.biolinco.comFree 5-day email course, The CMC Failure Chain: the five recurring CMC mistakes that put your promising program at risk → Get it hereSupport the show
A client calls furious about something “not working,” you walk them to the solution, and somehow they're even more upset. That's not a technical failure. That's a dignity failure and it can cost you reviews, referrals, and trust if you don't know how to steer it back.We talk through two real-life perspectives: first, a customer support moment where our phrasing makes a client feel talked down to, and then a painful role reversal where we're the customer on a wire transfer call getting blamed for errors that aren't ours. The point isn't who's right. The point is what people hear when they're stressed, embarrassed, or already on edge. In home inspection customer service, being correct is not the same as being effective.Then we get practical with language you can use today: “I believe you, I'm just not able to recreate the issue” and how to invite collaboration without sounding condescending. We also cover how to balance defect reporting with sincere compliments so sellers and real estate agents feel respected, not attacked, while you still do your job with clarity. If you want smoother follow-up calls, fewer escalations, and more home inspector referrals, this is the mindset shift that pays off.Subscribe for more Inspector Toolbelt Talk, share this with an inspector who handles follow-up calls, and leave a review with the best customer service line you've ever used.Check out our home inspection app at www.inspectortoolbelt.comNeed a home inspection website? See samples of our website at www.inspectortoolbelt.com/home-inspection-websites*The views and opinions expressed in this podcast, and the guests on it, do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of Inspector Toolbelt and its associates.
The Morning XTRA with Tug and Los delivers conservative talk on the biggest political, cultural, and news stories of the day. Smart analysis, unapologetic opinions, and real conversations every weekday morning. Every weekday from 6a to 10a! Today's show: Tug and Los kick things off with a folding iPhone, a Cam Newton lookalike, Braves Alumni Weekend, and the story of Heehaw the donkey. The guys dig into the Trump administration's ongoing battle with the mainstream media and welcome Neal Boortz to the show. They also discuss John Fetterman's latest display of common sense, play the Progressive Name Game, and ask whether someone can be crazy enough to be premeditated crazy. Plus, the guys take a closer look at who keeps asking for debates, why El-Sayed is hiring a Jewish liaison, and a new AOC voice that's sure to get a reaction. Watch The Morning XTRA every weekday from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. on the Xtra 106.3 YouTube or listen on the Xtra 106.3 App
The Morning XTRA with Tug and Los delivers conservative talk on the biggest political, cultural, and news stories of the day. Smart analysis, unapologetic opinions, and real conversations every weekday morning. Every weekday from 6a to 10a! First thing to know: You know who asks for a lot of debates? El-Sayed is hiring a Jewish liaison because things aren’t going well We have unlocked a new AOC voice Watch The Morning XTRA every weekday from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. on the XTRA 106.3 YouTube or listen on the XTRA 106.3 App
The Morning XTRA with Tug and Los delivers conservative talk on the biggest political, cultural, and news stories of the day. Smart analysis, unapologetic opinions, and real conversations every weekday morning. Every weekday from 6a to 10a! The 8 o'clock hour is brought to you by Central Heating & Air, your Atlanta Carrier Experts. 770-GET-HEAT, Centralheat.com First thing to know: Fetterman and his dang common sense is backing the right things again The Progressive Name Game If you're crazy, can you be premeditated crazy? Watch The Morning XTRA every weekday from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. on the XTRA 106.3 YouTube or listen on the XTRA 106.3 App
The Morning XTRA with Tug and Los delivers conservative talk on the biggest political, cultural, and news stories of the day. Smart analysis, unapologetic opinions, and real conversations every weekday morning. Every weekday from 6a to 10a! First thing to know: The Trump Administration vs the Mainstream Media Neal Boortz joins the show Watch The Morning XTRA every weekday from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. on the XTRA 106.3 YouTube or listen on the XTRA 106.3 App
The Morning XTRA with Tug and Los delivers conservative talk on the biggest political, cultural, and news stories of the day. Smart analysis, unapologetic opinions, and real conversations every weekday morning. Every weekday from 6a to 10a! The 6 o'clock hour is brought to you by Subaru of Gwinnett A folding Iphone, A Cam Newton lookalike, and Braves Alumni Weekend The Story of Heehaw (The Donkey) Watch The Morning XTRA every weekday from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. on the XTRA 106.3 YouTube or listen on the XTRA 106.3 App
Why do intelligent investors repeatedly make irrational decisions with their money?In this special simulcast episode of Talking Trading, Louise Bedford and Australian property investment expert Michael Yardney explore the cognitive biases that quietly influence traders, property investors and long-term investors alike.Together, they unpack five powerful behavioural biases:Confirmation biasLoss aversionRecency biasAnchoringOverconfidenceWhy do traders ignore information that contradicts their position? Why are small losses so difficult to accept? Why do investors assume recent market conditions will continue? Why do we become emotionally attached to old prices? And why can a winning streak actually make an investor more dangerous?Louise and Michael compare trading psychology with property investor psychology and reveal why the same behavioural mistakes appear across completely different asset classes.You'll also discover why predefined rules, risk management, record keeping and a strong investment process can help protect you from decisions driven by emotion.If you're interested in trading psychology, behavioural finance, investor psychology, ASX trading, Australian sharemarket investing, property investing, cognitive biases, risk management or long-term wealth creation, this episode offers practical insights into the psychology behind investment decisions.Because while the investment might change, the psychology doesn't.--------------------------------------------Tell a friend about us!I'll bet you know someone who would love the Talking Trading show. Show a friend how to register on www.talkingtrading.com.au or on your favourite podcast app, so that they can share in your passion for the markets. Louise Bedford is a best-selling author of six sharemarket books, host of the Talking Trading podcast, and founder of TradingGame.com.au, one of Australia's leading trading education communities.For over 30 years she has helped traders master trading the Australian sharemarket, technical analysis, and trading psychology so they can build long-term financial independence.www.tradinggame.com.au www.talkingtrading.com.au.FacebookYouTube TwitterLinkedIn
Leif Lindner, CEO of IFA Berlin, shares insights on the upcoming IFA show, the latest in smart home technology, robotics, and appliance innovation. Discover what to expect from this major event and the future trends shaping consumer electronics.Key TopicsIFA Berlin's significance and scaleLatest smart home and appliance innovationsEmerging robotics and AI trendsEnergy monitoring and sustainability in smart devicesImpact of AI on privacy and securityFuture of household chores with roboticsDifferences between IFA and CESUpcoming product announcements and trendsSend me your smart home questions and recommendations with the hashtag #SmartHomeInsider. Tweet and follow your host at:@andrew_osu on Twitter@andrewohara941 on ThreadsEmail me hereSmart Home Insider YouTube ChannelSubscribe to the Smart Home Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe.Links from the showApple iPhone 18 Event AnnouncedHomey Device Firmware UpdatesIFA 2026Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: andrew@appleinsider.com
In this episode, Jason explores a common project management trap: being highly knowledgeable but too disorganized to turn that knowledge into results. Knowing the answer only creates value when other people can access it and keep working. Jason explains how becoming the central source of information can unintentionally create waiting, bottlenecks, and frustration for trade partners. He makes the case for personal organization systems, visual information, and enabling the entire team instead of relying on one smart person to answer every question. What you'll learn in this episode: Why being knowledgeable is not enough if people are still waiting for information. How poor organization can turn one person into a bottleneck for the entire project. Why visual systems and accessible information are more valuable than keeping knowledge in one person's head. How personal organization and team enablement help project managers turn intelligence into reliable execution. Are you making information available so the team can move forward, or are people constantly waiting for you to provide the answers? If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two
By 2030, one in five Americans will be 65 or older, and by 2034, older adults will outnumber children for the first time in U.S. history. About three in four adults over 50 want to age in their communities, in their homes, with their family and friends. That shift brings real challenges. How do you keep older adults safe at home when they face cognitive decline or balance problems? How do you build and sustain community in long-term care facilities, especially when they are short-staffed and money is tight? How do you know which technologies are worth investing in for aging parents, ones that are effective and safe without adding stress? As we work out which questions to ask and how to answer them, more companies and health care systems are turning to nurses. That makes sense. Nurses are uniquely positioned to lead and innovate in long-term care. Through both personal and professional experience, they sit closest to the gaps in care and the daily challenges. They are also closest to patients, so they know what will work and how. And they are building the technology and designing the solutions that foster human connection and help people of all ages thrive. In this episode, we meet three nurses building that future. Cami Peterson-DeVries, DHA, AGNP, LNHA, MSN, VP of Senior Services at St. Francis Health Services of Morris, is bringing robots and smart-room technology to her 14 nursing homes. Roschelle "Shelly" Fritz, Ph.D., R.N., F.A.A.N., develops nurse-driven AI and smart homes for aging in place. Shu-Fen Wung, Ph.D., M.S., R.N., A.C.N.P.-B.C., F.A.A.N., studies wearable and radar sensors for fall detection and responsible AI. Together, they show a wide-open, nurse-shaped frontier where technology extends human connection at every touchpoint. Learn more about See You Now. Visit the ANA Innovation website for additional resources. https://www.nursingworld.org/practice-policy/innovation Have questions or feedback for the SEE YOU NOW team? Future episode ideas? Contact us at hello@seeyounowpodcast.com. Resources Cami Peterson-DeVries, work anniversary profile, St. Francis Health Services of Morris: https://sfhs.org/news/celebrating-cami-peterson-devries-18-year-work-anniversary/ Shu-Fen Wung faculty bio, Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing at UC Davis: https://health.ucdavis.edu/nursing/ourteam/faculty/shu-fen-wung-bio.html Roschelle Fritz faculty bio, Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing at UC Davis: https://health.ucdavis.edu/nursing/ourteam/faculty/roschelle-fritz-bio.html Healthy Aging in a Digital World initiative, UC Davis: https://bigideas.ucdavis.edu/healthy-aging-digital-world Fritz RL, Dermody G. "A nurse-driven method for developing AI in 'smart' homes for aging-in-place." Nursing Outlook, 2019: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30551883/ Same paper, full text: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6450732 Dermody G, Fritz R. "A conceptual framework for clinicians working with AI and health-assistive smart homes." Nursing Inquiry, 2019: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30417510/ Fritz R, et al. "Nurse-in-the-loop smart home detection of health events." IJNS Advances, 2022: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijnsa.2022.100081 Smart-home pain-behavior detection study, JMIR, 2020: https://doaj.org/article/ad95b9ac80a94639b9dbc3b2a211b978 Wung author profile and publication list (includes 2026 responsible-AI paper): https://sciprofiles.com/profile/725636 "Wearable Technologies for Health Promotion and Disease Prevention in Older Adults," JMIR, 2025: https://www.jmir.org/2025/1/e69077 KFF, "Long-Term Care in the United States: A Timeline": https://www.kff.org/medicaid/long-term-care-in-the-united-states-a-timeline/ National Academies, "The National Imperative to Improve Nursing Home Quality," Ch. 2: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK584647/ Next Avenue, "How'd We Get Here? The History of Nursing Homes": https://www.nextavenue.org/history-of-nursing-homes/ American Scientist, "The Evolution of the Nursing Home": https://www.americanscientist.org/article/the-evolution-of-the-nursing-home ASPE (HHS), "Lifetime Risk of Needing and Receiving Long-Term Services and Supports": https://aspe.hhs.gov/reports/what-lifetime-risk-needing-receiving-long-term-services-supports-0 Singlecare LTC statistics roundup (pointer to ASPE, KFF, WHO primaries): https://www.singlecare.com/blog/news/long-term-care-statistics/ U.S. Census Bureau, Demographic Turning Points (one in five Americans 65-plus by 2030): https://census.gov/library/publications/2020/demo/p25-1144.html U.S. Census Bureau, older adults projected to outnumber children by 2034: https://www.census.gov/library/stories/2019/12/by-2030-all-baby-boomers-will-be-age-65-or-older.html
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UX portfolio projects that didn't launch or didn't go as planned are exactly the kind of work recruiters and hiring managers want to see, not the kind you should hide. This is week four of a five part series on UX portfolio myths, and this episode tackles the belief that a canceled, pivoted, or unsuccessful project doesn't belong in your portfolio.Sarah pushes back on this directly. Smart hiring managers understand that things go wrong in real UX work all the time, and a project that didn't launch says nothing about whether you're a good researcher or designer. In fact, she argues that a messy or canceled project is one of the best opportunities to show how you adapt, collaborate, and think under real constraints, exactly the soft skills recruiters are trying to evaluate.She walks through common scenarios people worry about, like research getting cut entirely or not being able to run usability testing, and gives specific ways to handle each one in a portfolio. Rather than hiding the gap, she suggests explaining what happened, what you did instead, and what you would do differently with a do-over, which turns a limitation into a chance to show your thinking.She backs this up with a clip from her interview with Jeni Bible, a UX Manager at Home Depot and a Career Strategy Lab alum who is now hiring herself. Jeni's take is simple, projects get canceled constantly, and what she actually wants to hear is what you did, what you learned, and how you collaborated along the way. If you've been sitting on a portfolio project you assumed was too messy or unfinished to include, this episode makes the case for why it might be exactly what you need.Topics Discussed✅ Why a project that didn't launch doesn't signal that you're a bad researcher or designer✅ How to handle a portfolio project where research got cut or skipped entirely✅ What to include if you never got to run usability testing on something you worked on✅ The "do-over" framing Sarah recommends for showing what research or testing you would have done in hindsight✅ What Jeni Bible, a UX Manager at Home Depot and Career Strategy Lab alum, said she actually wants to hear about canceled projects✅ Why a canceled or pivoted project can be one of the strongest ways to show adaptability and collaboration✅ A preview of the fifth and final myth in the series, coming next weekLinks & Resources
Why is it so easy to get motivated—and so hard to stay motivated?In Episode 476 of Friends Talking Nerdy, The Reverend Tracy and Tim the Nerd take a deep dive into the psychology and neuroscience of motivation, habit formation, and lasting behavior change. Together, they explore why that burst of enthusiasm we feel when starting a new goal can be powerful, but often isn't enough to carry us through the inevitable moments when motivation disappears.The episode begins by examining what happens in the brain when we become motivated to pursue something new. Tim The Nerd and The Reverend Tracy explore the role of dopamine and unpack an important distinction between wanting something and liking it. The things we're strongly motivated to pursue aren't necessarily the things that provide the most satisfaction once we obtain them—and understanding that difference can help explain why desire alone isn't a reliable strategy for long-term change.From there, the conversation turns to habit formation and some of the myths that have become deeply embedded in popular culture. You've probably heard that it takes 21 days to form a habit. It doesn't. Tim The Nerd and The Reverend Tracy discuss the research behind the often-cited 66-day average, while emphasizing that habit formation varies considerably depending on the person and the behavior.They also examine why simply setting ambitious goals isn't always enough. The discussion explores SMART goals, implementation intentions, environmental design, and routines, highlighting the importance of creating systems that make desired behaviors easier to perform. Instead of relying on willpower every time, changing the environment around us can reduce cognitive load and make good choices more automatic.The conversation also explores intrinsic and extrinsic motivation and how external rewards can sometimes influence—or even undermine—our internal motivation. Drawing from Self-Determination Theory, Tim The Nerd and The Reverend Tracy examine the importance of autonomy, competence, and relatedness in sustaining meaningful behavior change.The episode also takes a compassionate approach to setbacks and lapses. Missing a workout, abandoning a new routine for a few days, or falling back into an old habit doesn't mean you've failed. Tim The Nerd and The Reverend Tracy discuss why lapses are a normal part of behavior change and how getting back on track without self-judgment is far more productive than treating one mistake as proof that the entire effort is doomed.They also explore the fresh start effect and the psychological power of temporal landmarks such as New Year's Day, birthdays, moving to a new home, starting a new job, or other significant transitions. These moments can create a sense of psychological separation between our past and future selves—and provide an opportunity to begin again.Ultimately, Episode 476 challenges the idea that successful behavior change comes down to having enough discipline or motivation. Motivation is a spark. Systems, purpose, environment, identity, and repetition are what keep the fire burning.Support Friends Talking Nerdy on Patreon.As always, we wish to thank Christopher Lazarek for his wonderful theme song. Head to his website for information on how to purchase his EP, Here's To You, which is available on all digital platforms.Head to Friends Talking Nerdy's website for more information on where to find us online.
In this episode of The Ross Simmonds Show, I break down what Reddit's decline in ChatGPT citations actually means for marketers, brands, and content teams. Instead of reacting to headlines, I share a more strategic view of Reddit's role in AI search, Google visibility, community engagement, and bottom-of-funnel influence. Key Takeaways and Insights: 1. The Reddit Citation Panic Explained - I address the wave of reactions after reports showed Reddit appearing less often in ChatGPT citations. - This shift is not a signal to abandon Reddit altogether. - The bigger lesson: marketers need context before making channel decisions. 2. Not All LLM Prompts Are Created Equal - Different prompts require different types of sources, and Reddit is not ideal for every query. - Reddit may be useful for software, tech, and troubleshooting questions, but less appropriate for sensitive topics like health. - Citation changes should be evaluated based on use case, not hype. 3. Why Marketers Need to Track Citations Themselves - Third party studies can be helpful, but they do not replace brand specific monitoring. - I encourage teams to benchmark how their own prompts, categories, and keywords perform across LLMs. - Ongoing tracking is essential for adapting to algorithm changes in AI search. 4. Reddit Still Matters for Enterprise and Bottom of Funnel Queries - Even with fewer citations overall, Reddit remains relevant for transactional and bottom of funnel enterprise software searches. - For B2B marketers, that means Reddit can still influence high intent buyers. - Strategic prompt tracking can uncover where Reddit continues to drive value. 5. AI Search Is Changing Constantly - Volatility is now part of digital marketing. - Citation sources can shift between Reddit, LinkedIn, YouTube, review sites, and competitors at any time. - The most effective marketers build systems to monitor change instead of reacting emotionally. 6. Google Still Gives Reddit Massive Visibility - Reddit's value goes beyond ChatGPT because Google still heavily features Reddit in organic search, AI Overviews, and AI Mode. - As long as Google dominates search behavior, Reddit remains strategically important. - Marketers should think beyond one platform when evaluating channel performance. 7. Reddit Is Still Where Real Buyers Ask Real Questions - Millions of users visit Reddit daily to research products, services, tools, and business decisions. - The platform remains a trusted space for niche discussions, peer recommendations, and category conversations. - That creates strong opportunities for brands that want to influence informed buyers. 8. Value Wins on Reddit - Reddit's strong moderation and anti spam systems are a big reason the platform still matters. - Brands that show up only to promote themselves will struggle. - Brands that consistently help, educate, and participate authentically can build real credibility. 9. A Smarter Reddit Strategy for Brands - Teams can study top performing posts, identify audience needs, and create content that genuinely helps the community. - The best Reddit strategy starts with value, not self promotion. - Instead of dropping Reddit because of one data point, brands should diversify their approach across SEO, community, ads, and AI visibility. —