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This episode of Calming Anxiety focuses on transitioning from survival mode to a state of soul alignment and spiritual grounding. In Part 3 of our "Winter Radiant Journey," titled The Energy Bloom, your guide Martin leads you through a somatic healing breath exercise designed to thaw internal tension and transform isolation into intentional connection.Experience a deep nervous system reset as you visualize a vibrant emerald green light dissolving the "cold spots" of stress in your body. Whether you are navigating high-functioning anxiety or burnout recovery, this session provides the energetic hygiene needed to create your own climate of inner peace.Episode Chapters00:00 – Finding Your Sanctuary: Transitioning from Survival to Alignment01:30 – Somatic Healing Breath: Thawing Internal Tension02:20 – Emerald Green Light Visualization for Holistic Healing03:45 – The Energy Bloom: Visualizing Your Inner Golden Light05:00 – Affirmations for Manifesting Peace & Overcoming Compassion Fatigue07:50 – 3 Caring Tips for a Positive Life09:20 – Grounding Back into the Present Moment3 Tips for a Happier, Energy-Aligned LifeThe Digital Sunset: Protect your subconscious by putting your phone in another room 30 minutes before bed.Micro-Moments of Awe: Spend 60 seconds daily observing nature (a leaf, a cloud, or light) to shift your brain from survival to appreciation mode and aid in cortisol reduction.The Power of "Not Now": Protect your energy by practicing the phrase, "I can't commit to that right now"—a kind way for empaths to hold boundaries.Join Our Community If this meditation helped you find your warmth today, please subscribe and hit the notification bell so you never miss a step in your healing journey.This show is a solo project, and your support keeps it on the road. Consider joining our Supporters Club for just $5 a month to enjoy an ad-free experience.A favor to ask: If you know someone shivering in the dark, please share this episode on your social media. You might just be the light they need today.Smile often, and to your beautiful self—be kind.

In 1920, a young man on a fishing trip in the Canadian wilderness stumbled upon an injured stranger trapped in a rocky crevice — and the "plane" parked nearby was no plane at all. What followed was a lifelong friendship that revealed humanity's ancient past and an alien perspective on where we're headed as a species.IN THIS EPISODE: We all love cute pet photos – so often those photos almost make our furry friends look human – even smiling in some cases. But one particular type photo being shared via email – a photo of a smiling dog – would never be described as cute, as it drives some people literally insane. Is it real, or just another cyber-located urban legend? (Smile.Dog) *** Being kidnapped by gypsies is a somewhat negative stereotype towards those who truly live the lifestyle. They don't typically go out of their way to snatch people away… but in one particular circumstance it truly did happen – and it created an incredibly strange tale. (Kidnapped By Gypsies) *** Albert Coe's story sounds more like a Stephen Spielberg film as opposed to a true story. But Coe insists it really did happen – that he saved the life of an extraterrestrial – and it resulted in them becoming lifelong friends. (I Saved E.T.'s Life) *** Pennhurst Asylum was shuttered in 1987 – but that doesn't mean there aren't any souls still living there. (The Living Dead Asylum)CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Show Open00:02:00.520 = I Saved E.T.'s Life00:12:24.180 = Smile Dog ***00:29:12.467 = Kidnapped By Gypsies00:35:38.638 = Pennhurst: The Living Dead Asylum ***00:39:11.402 = The Old Farmhouse (by Weird Darkness listener Marissa Harrington)00:44:02.785 = Show Close*** = Begins immediately after inserted ad breakHELPFUL LINKS & RESOURCES…https://WeirdDarkness.com/STORE = Tees, Mugs, Socks, Hoodies, Totes, Hats, Kidswear & Morehttps://WeirdDarkness.com/HOPE = Hope For Depression or Thoughts of Self-Harmhttps://WeirdDarkness.com/NEWSLETTER = In-Depth Articles, Memes, Weird DarkNEWS, Videos & Morehttps://WeirdDarkness.com/AUDIOBOOKS = FREE Audiobooks Narrated By Darren Marlar SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…“Smile Dog” from TheScareChamber.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/3rxbtb3t“I Saved E.T.'s Life” by T. R. Swartz for SpectralVision.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/aw2467d4“Kidnapped By Gypsies” from Strange Company: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/3rdvmarz“The Living Dead Asylum” by Elisabeth Tilstra for The Line Up: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/55f8ftwf=====(Over time links may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2026, Weird Darkness.=====Originally aired: July 13, 2021EPISODE PAGE (includes sources): https://weirddarkness.com/ISavedAnAlienABOUT WEIRD DARKNESS: Weird Darkness is a true crime and paranormal podcast narrated by professional award-winning voice actor, Darren Marlar. Seven days per week, Weird Darkness focuses on all things strange and macabre such as haunted locations, unsolved mysteries, true ghost stories, supernatural manifestations, urban legends, unsolved or cold cases, conspiracy theories, and more. Weird Darkness has been named one of the “20 Best Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal. Listeners have described the show as a blend of “Coast to Coast AM”, “The Twilight Zone”, “Unsolved Mysteries”, and “In Search Of”.DISCLAIMER: Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised.#WeirdDarkness #AlbertCoe #UFO #AlienEncounter #UFOContactee #FlyingSaucer #Extraterrestrial #Paranormal #UnexplainedMysteries #TrueParanormalStories #AlienContact #UFOHistory #ClassicUFO #UFOSighting #AncientAliens #UFOOccupant #Contactee #AlienRescue #GeorgeAdamski #TimothyGreenBeckley #SilverDisc #CanadaUFO #1920s #UFOEvidence #AlienFriendship #UFOCommunity #UFOFiles #RealAlienEncounter #UnexplainedEncounters #DarkHistory

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A multi-topic discussion in this MacVoices Live! session starts with a Luxshare cyberattack that may have exposed Apple product plans, raising concerns about ransom demands and security implications. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, Norbert Frassa, Guy Serle, Jeff Gamet, and Eric Bolden also examine Camo's lawsuit against Apple over Continuity Camera, Utah's proposal to make Android its official OS, Pantone's affordable color-matching kit, and Adobe Acrobat's AI-generated presentations and “podcasts,” debating the value and risks of AI-created media.  MacVoices is supported by Squarespace. Check out https://www.squarespace.com/MACVOICES to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using offer code MACVOICES. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:30 Luxshare cyberattack and Apple product leaks05:45 Camo lawsuit against Apple15:56 Utah's Android “official OS” proposal17:48 Pantone's affordable color-matching kit22:41 Adobe AI presentations and audio generation33:29 Broader thoughts on AI and media creation Links: Apple's Secret Product Plans Stolen in Luxshare Cyberattackhttps://www.macrumors.com/2026/01/21/apple-product-plans-stolen-in-luxshare-cyberattack/ Camo developer sues Apple for copying its tech with Continuity Camerahttps://9to5mac.com/2026/01/27/camo-developer-sues-apple-for-copying-its-tech-with-continuity-camera/ Utah senator has nothing better to do than officially troll iPhone usershttps://www.macworld.com/article/3040234/utah-senator-has-nothing-better-to-do-than-officially-troll-iphone-users.html Pantone just made a color matching starter kit for only $99https://www.fastcompany.com/91478571/pantone-capsule-the-ultimate-color-matching-starter-kit Adobe Acrobat can now generate presentations and audio podcasts from your documentshttps://www.engadget.com/ai/adobe-acrobat-can-now-generate-presentations-and-audio-podcasts-from-your-documents-140000146.htm Guests:   Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him on Twitter, by email at embolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast. Brian Flanigan-Arthurs is an educator with a passion for providing results-driven, innovative learning strategies for all students, but particularly those who are at-risk. He is also a tech enthusiast who has a particular affinity for Apple since he first used the Apple IIGS as a student. You can contact Brian on twitter as @brian8944. He also recently opened a Mastodon account at @brian8944@mastodon.cloud. Norbert Frassa is a technology “man about town”. Follow him on X and see what he's up to. Jeff Gamet is a technology blogger, podcaster, author, and public speaker. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's Managing Editor, and the TextExpander Evangelist for Smile. He has presented at Macworld Expo, RSA Conference, several WordCamp events, along with many other conferences. You can find him on several podcasts such as The Mac Show, The Big Show, MacVoices, Mac OS Ken, This Week in iOS, and more. Jeff is easy to find on social media as @jgamet on Twitter and Instagram, jeffgamet on LinkedIn., @jgamet@mastodon.social on Mastodon, and on his YouTube Channel at YouTube.com/jgamet. David Ginsburg is the host of the weekly podcast In Touch With iOS where he discusses all things iOS, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, and related technologies. He is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users. Visit his YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65 and on Mastodon at @daveg65@mastodon.cloud. Dr. Marty Jencius has been an Associate Professor of Counseling at Kent State University since 2000. He has over 120 publications in books, chapters, journal articles, and others, along with 200 podcasts related to counseling, counselor education, and faculty life. His technology interest led him to develop the counseling profession ‘firsts,' including listservs, a web-based peer-reviewed journal, The Journal of Technology in Counseling, teaching and conferencing in virtual worlds as the founder of Counselor Education in Second Life, and podcast founder/producer of CounselorAudioSource.net and ThePodTalk.net. Currently, he produces a podcast about counseling and life questions, the Circular Firing Squad, and digital video interviews with legacies capturing the history of the counseling field. This is also co-host of The Vision ProFiles podcast. Generally, Marty is chasing the newest tech trends, which explains his interest in A.I. for teaching, research, and productivity. Marty is an active presenter and past president of the NorthEast Ohio Apple Corp (NEOAC). Jim Rea built his own computer from scratch in 1975, started programming in 1977, and has been an independent Mac developer continuously since 1984. He is the founder of ProVUE Development, and the author of Panorama X, ProVUE's ultra fast RAM based database software for the macOS platform. He's been a speaker at MacTech, MacWorld Expo and other industry conferences. Follow Jim at provue.com and via @provuejim@techhub.social on Mastodon. Guy Serle, best known for being one of the co-hosts of the MyMac Podcast, sincerely apologizes for anything he has done or caused to have happened while in possession of dangerous podcasting equipment. He should know better but being a blonde from Florida means he's probably incapable of understanding the damage he has wrought. Guy is also the author of the novel, The Maltese Cube. You can follow his exploits on Twitter, catch him on Mac to the Future on Facebook, at @Macparrot@mastodon.social, and find everything at VertShark.com. Support:      Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon     http://patreon.com/macvoices      Enjoy this episode? 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A multi-topic discussion in this MacVoices Live! session starts with a Luxshare cyberattack that may have exposed Apple product plans, raising concerns about ransom demands and security implications. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, Norbert Frassa, Guy Serle, Jeff Gamet, and Eric Bolden also examine Camo's lawsuit against Apple over Continuity Camera, Utah's proposal to make Android its official OS, Pantone's affordable color-matching kit, and Adobe Acrobat's AI-generated presentations and "podcasts," debating the value and risks of AI-created media.  MacVoices is supported by Squarespace. Check out https://www.squarespace.com/MACVOICES to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using offer code MACVOICES. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:30 Luxshare cyberattack and Apple product leaks 05:45 Camo lawsuit against Apple 15:56 Utah's Android "official OS" proposal 17:48 Pantone's affordable color-matching kit 22:41 Adobe AI presentations and audio generation 33:29 Broader thoughts on AI and media creation Links: Apple's Secret Product Plans Stolen in Luxshare Cyberattack https://www.macrumors.com/2026/01/21/apple-product-plans-stolen-in-luxshare-cyberattack/ Camo developer sues Apple for copying its tech with Continuity Camera https://9to5mac.com/2026/01/27/camo-developer-sues-apple-for-copying-its-tech-with-continuity-camera/ Utah senator has nothing better to do than officially troll iPhone users https://www.macworld.com/article/3040234/utah-senator-has-nothing-better-to-do-than-officially-troll-iphone-users.html Pantone just made a color matching starter kit for only $99 https://www.fastcompany.com/91478571/pantone-capsule-the-ultimate-color-matching-starter-kit Adobe Acrobat can now generate presentations and audio podcasts from your documents https://www.engadget.com/ai/adobe-acrobat-can-now-generate-presentations-and-audio-podcasts-from-your-documents-140000146.htm Guests:   Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him on Twitter, by email at embolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast. Brian Flanigan-Arthurs is an educator with a passion for providing results-driven, innovative learning strategies for all students, but particularly those who are at-risk. He is also a tech enthusiast who has a particular affinity for Apple since he first used the Apple IIGS as a student. You can contact Brian on twitter as @brian8944. He also recently opened a Mastodon account at @brian8944@mastodon.cloud. Norbert Frassa is a technology "man about town". Follow him on X and see what he's up to. Jeff Gamet is a technology blogger, podcaster, author, and public speaker. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's Managing Editor, and the TextExpander Evangelist for Smile. He has presented at Macworld Expo, RSA Conference, several WordCamp events, along with many other conferences. You can find him on several podcasts such as The Mac Show, The Big Show, MacVoices, Mac OS Ken, This Week in iOS, and more. Jeff is easy to find on social media as @jgamet on Twitter and Instagram, jeffgamet on LinkedIn., @jgamet@mastodon.social on Mastodon, and on his YouTube Channel at YouTube.com/jgamet. David Ginsburg is the host of the weekly podcast In Touch With iOS where he discusses all things iOS, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, and related technologies. He is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users. Visit his YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65 and on Mastodon at @daveg65@mastodon.cloud. Dr. Marty Jencius has been an Associate Professor of Counseling at Kent State University since 2000. He has over 120 publications in books, chapters, journal articles, and others, along with 200 podcasts related to counseling, counselor education, and faculty life. His technology interest led him to develop the counseling profession 'firsts,' including listservs, a web-based peer-reviewed journal, The Journal of Technology in Counseling, teaching and conferencing in virtual worlds as the founder of Counselor Education in Second Life, and podcast founder/producer of CounselorAudioSource.net and ThePodTalk.net. Currently, he produces a podcast about counseling and life questions, the Circular Firing Squad, and digital video interviews with legacies capturing the history of the counseling field. This is also co-host of The Vision ProFiles podcast. Generally, Marty is chasing the newest tech trends, which explains his interest in A.I. for teaching, research, and productivity. Marty is an active presenter and past president of the NorthEast Ohio Apple Corp (NEOAC). Jim Rea built his own computer from scratch in 1975, started programming in 1977, and has been an independent Mac developer continuously since 1984. He is the founder of ProVUE Development, and the author of Panorama X, ProVUE's ultra fast RAM based database software for the macOS platform. He's been a speaker at MacTech, MacWorld Expo and other industry conferences. Follow Jim at provue.com and via @provuejim@techhub.social on Mastodon. Guy Serle, best known for being one of the co-hosts of the MyMac Podcast, sincerely apologizes for anything he has done or caused to have happened while in possession of dangerous podcasting equipment. He should know better but being a blonde from Florida means he's probably incapable of understanding the damage he has wrought. Guy is also the author of the novel, The Maltese Cube. You can follow his exploits on Twitter, catch him on Mac to the Future on Facebook, at @Macparrot@mastodon.social, and find everything at VertShark.com. Support:      Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon      http://patreon.com/macvoices      Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect:      Web:      http://macvoices.com      Twitter:      http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner      http://www.twitter.com/macvoices      Mastodon:      https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner      Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner      MacVoices Page on Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/      MacVoices Group on Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice      LinkedIn:      https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/      Instagram:      https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe:      Audio in iTunes      Video in iTunes      Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher:      Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss      Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

Bad Bunny, the Puerto Rican superstar Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, dominated headlines this week with his explosive Super Bowl LX halftime show on February 8 at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California. According to ABC News, he brought Puerto Rican culture front and center, opening with "Tití Me Preguntó" amid a sugar cane field scene, then crashing through a market roof set for "BAILE INoLVIDABLE" and "NUEVAYoL." Dressed in an all-white jersey emblazoned with "Ocasio," he waved a Puerto Rican flag, handed a Grammy to a young boy on stage symbolizing immigrant dreams, and closed with fireworks during "DtMF."CBS News reports guest stars lit up the performance: Lady Gaga in a salsa twist on "Die with a Smile," Ricky Martin on "Lo Que Le Paso a Hawaii," plus Cardi B, Jessica Alba, Karol G, and Pedro Pascal. The setlist, per Business Insider, pulled from hits like "Yo Perreo Sola," "Safaera," "Party," "Monaco," "El Apagón," and tracks from his Grammy-winning album Debí Tirar Más Fotos, the first all-Spanish project to snag Album of the Year just a week prior.The show marked history as the first primarily Spanish-language halftime spectacle, sparking massive buzz. Apple Music data shows Bad Bunny listens spiked 7x post-show, with "DtMF," "BAILE INoLVIDABLE," and "Tití Me Preguntó" topping streams; lyrics views for "BAILE INoLVIDABLE" surged 119% in the US. It even featured a real wedding officiated onstage, as a Bad Bunny rep confirmed to the Associated Press.Reactions poured in. NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell hailed him as one of the world's great artists, but President Trump blasted it on Truth Social as "absolutely terrible" and "disgusting," per CBS News, amid Bad Bunny's prior ICE critiques in his Grammy speech. Conservative group Turning Point USA countered with a Kid Rock stream.Social media and music sites buzz with his global impact, from Shazam surges to tour announcements like Barcelona dates in May. This performance cements Bad Bunny's reign, blending reggaeton, plena, and personal storytelling.Thanks for tuning in, listeners—come back next week for more. This has been a Quiet Please production, and for me, check out Quiet Please Dot A I.Some great Deals https://amzn.to/49SJ3QsFor more check out http://www.quietplease.aiThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

The conjecture-crew tackles SMILE 2 (2024) *spoilers* *nsfw*. It's finally here! Rob can't stop smiling as ALL his juices shoot over everyone. Greg's looking for levity in between shitting his pants. Laura reminisces on a long lost past episode that made her Smile.   Follow Us!  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/conjecturingpod TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@conjecturingpod Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@conjecturingpod Rate Us! Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe on your favorite apps.   ***Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. NO COPYRIGHT INFRINGEMENT INTENDED. All rights belong to their respective owners***

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Here’s a question that’ll frustrate every salesperson reading this: What do you do when you prospect, set the meeting, block the time on your calendar, and then… your prospect no-shows? That’s the challenge Emily Weissmueller faces every single day. Emily is a former elementary school teacher who pivoted into K-12 edtech sales eleven years ago. She works with special education administrators, and like so many salespeople in 2026, her meetings are primarily virtual. She’s doing everything right: prospecting consistently, securing appointments, sending calendar invites. But when it’s time for the meeting? Hit or miss. Sometimes they show up. Sometimes she’s sitting there waiting while nobody logs on. If you’ve ever stared at a Zoom room alone wondering if your prospect forgot about you, you know exactly how this feels. And if you’re wondering whether confirmation emails help or hurt, you’re asking the wrong question entirely. The Virtual Meeting Paradox Let’s be honest about something: Virtual meetings are throwaway appointments for both sides. When you had to drive four hours to meet someone in person, both parties had serious skin in the game. You invested time, gas money, and effort. Your prospect blocked their calendar knowing you were making the trip. Neither of you would casually blow that off. But virtual meetings? They’re low commitment on both ends. No one’s driving anywhere. It’s just a calendar block that can easily get bumped by the next urgent thing that pops up. And when you’re selling into education like Emily is, where everything moves infinitely slow and decision-makers are incredibly risk-averse, you’ve got even more working against you. The question isn’t whether to send a confirmation email. The real question is: How do you stack the deck so heavily in your favor that prospects feel obligated to show up? The Commitment and Consistency Framework There’s a principle in human behavior called commitment and consistency. When people commit to something, they typically feel compelled to follow through. Otherwise, they feel guilty. And guilt is actually useful because you can leverage it to reschedule when someone doesn’t show. But the goal isn’t to make prospects feel guilty after they no-show. The goal is to engineer so many small commitments throughout the process that they show up in the first place. Here’s the system that works: Step 1: Confirm Verbally When You Set the Meeting When your prospect agrees to meet, always repeat it back: “Okay, so I’ve got you on Thursday, January 26th at 2:00 PM. Did I get that right?” When they say yes, that’s commitment number one. You’re putting it in their brain. You’re making it real. Then say this: “Let me grab your email and I’ll send you a meeting invite for your calendar just to make it convenient for you.” This does two things. First, it confirms you have the right email. Second, it gets another yes. That’s commitment number two. Step 2: Send a Meeting Invite That Actually Helps Most meeting invites are useless. They say “Meeting with Jeb Blount” or “Sales Call” and include seventeen different international dial-in numbers that nobody needs. Here’s what your meeting invite should look like: Title: Emily Weissmueller (Company Name) + Prospect Name (School Name) – Why We’re Meeting Location: Virtual Meeting (then paste the meeting link, nothing else) Notes: Keep it simple. Here’s the meeting link. If it’s a phone option, include just that number. Then add: “If anything changes, here’s my direct number and email.” When your prospect looks at their calendar the morning of the meeting and sees this, they know exactly who you are, why you’re meeting, and how to join. You own the moral high ground. Step 3: Send a Video (This Is Non-Negotiable) The next morning after you set the meeting, pull out your phone and record a 20-30 second video. Look at the camera. Smile. Sound excited. “Emily, this is Jeb at Sales Gravy. Thank you so much for agreeing to meet with me. I’m so excited to spend time learning about you and your mission for helping these kids. Just want to confirm our meeting is on January 26th at 2:00 PM. The invite is on your calendar. I can’t wait to see you.” Send that via email. Now think about what you’ve just done. You’ve made it personal. You’ve shown effort. You’ve demonstrated that you actually care about this conversation. It’s exponentially harder for them to no-show because they can see you’re a real human who invested time in this relationship. This philosophy is about going the extra mile to demonstrate that you’re different, that you care, and that this matters. Step 4: Leave a Voicemail the Day Before The afternoon before your meeting, when you know your prospect is likely gone for the day, call and leave a voicemail. “Hey Emily, this is Jeb. I’m so excited to meet with you tomorrow. I’ve been thinking about your school and the ways we might be able to help. I can’t wait to learn more about what you’re trying to accomplish for these kids. Just a reminder, our meeting is at 2:00 PM tomorrow. All the info is in your calendar. If anything changes, give me a call.” You’re doing the heavy lifting. You’re reminding them. You’re expressing genuine interest in their world, not just your sale. Step 5: The Morning-Of Email (Optional) Here’s where the A/B testing comes in. Some salespeople swear by the morning-of confirmation email. Others think it gives prospects an easy out. My take? Test both approaches and track your show rates. Do half your appointments with the morning email, half without it, and see which converts better. Even a 2-3% improvement in show rate compounds significantly over a year. If you do send the morning email, make it about them: “Emily, I’m really looking forward to our conversation today at 2:00 PM. I can’t wait to learn more about your mission and see if there’s a way we can support what you’re building.” Play to their heartstrings. People love talking about themselves and their work. Make it easy for them to want to show up. What to Do When You Send a Confirmation Email Now, if you’re going to send a confirmation email, there are specific scenarios where it’s absolutely required: You’re driving four hours to meet someone in person You’re bringing executives or your boss to the meeting It’s a final presentation or closing meeting with a major opportunity Multiple stakeholders are coordinating calendars In those cases, you’re not just confirming—you’re protecting your time and theirs. You’re making sure you don’t waste an executive’s schedule or drive across the state for nothing. But for a standard first appointment? The video and voicemail sequence will outperform a confirmation email every single time. The Real Problem: Systems, Not People No-shows aren’t a people problem. They’re a systems problem. When you build a repeatable prospecting system that includes verbal confirmation, calendar invites with clear details, personal video, and day-before voicemail, you engineer commitment at every stage. You’re not hoping prospects remember. You’re not relying on their calendar notifications. You’re building a runway that allows them to land in the meeting because you’ve made it nearly impossible for them to forget or blow you off. And when someone does no-show after all that effort? You own the moral high ground. You can call back with confidence: “Hey, I know things come up. I sent the video, left the voicemail, and had everything on your calendar. Let’s get this rescheduled because I’m genuinely excited to learn about what you’re working on.” That conversation is dramatically different than calling back after sending one email and hoping for the best. The Efficiency Multiplier Think about what happens when your show rate improves by even 10%. If you were setting ten appointments per week and six were showing up, that’s a 60% show rate. Bump that to seven showing up and you’re at 70%. That’s one extra conversation per week. Four extra conversations per month. Forty-eight extra conversations per year. If your close rate is 20%, that’s nearly ten additional deals per year just from improving your meeting show rate. That’s the power of sales execution at the highest level. Your Action Plan If you’re struggling with no-shows, implement this system immediately: For every appointment you set: Confirm it verbally when you schedule it Send a detailed calendar invite with clean formatting Record and send a personal video the next day Leave an enthusiastic voicemail the day before A/B test the morning-of email and track results Track these metrics: Total appointments set Show rate percentage No-show rate Reschedule success rate After 30 days, analyze what’s working and double down on it. The Bottom Line Virtual meetings are easy to ignore. That’s just reality in 2026. Your prospects are busy, distracted, and constantly reprioritizing. Your job isn’t to guilt them into showing up. Your job is to build a system that makes showing up feel like the obvious, natural choice because you’ve demonstrated care, invested effort, and made it personal. Stop sending one confirmation email and hoping for the best. Start building commitment through repetition, personalization, and genuine interest in your prospect’s world. That’s how you fill your calendar with meetings that actually happen. That’s how you stop wasting time staring at empty Zoom rooms. And that’s how you build a sales career based on systems, not hope. Meetings happen by design, not by luck. Build the runway. Land the meeting. Close the deal. Ready to Master the Complete Prospecting System? The tactics in this article are just the beginning. If you want to learn the complete methodology for filling your pipeline with qualified appointments that actually show up, join us at an upcoming Sales Gravy Live Event. You’ll get hands-on training in prospecting, qualification, objection handling, and closing from Jeb Blount and the Sales Gravy team. Don’t leave your sales success to chance—invest in the skills that separate top performers from everyone else.

Hospitality can feel overwhelming when we think it has to mean hosting big dinners or perfectly planned events. But biblical hospitality doesn't start there. FREE Hospitality workshop: simplyconvivial.com/hospitalityIn this episode of Simply Convivial, I break hospitality down into three concentric circles and explain why lasting, joyful hospitality has to start at the center. When your home serves your family well, hospitality can naturally expand outward without stress, guilt, or pretending.Using a simple whiteboard framework, I'll show you:Why hospitality isn't an aesthetic or an eventHow family life is the foundation of real hospitalityWhy church hospitality comes before evangelistic hospitalityHow everyday homemaking supports a hospitable lifeThis concept is central to my upcoming book Home Is for Hospitality: Why Your Home and Homemaking Matter.Christian homemaking takes deliberate practice, not perfect systems. Every week on Simply Convivial, I share practical mindset shifts and small, steady habits that help you build a home anchored in truth and run with cheerful consistency. If you want less overwhelm, stronger routines, and a more faithful way to manage your day, you're in the right place. Grab a basket of laundry, press play, and let's grow in cheerful productivity together.

Belkin is ending support for most Wemo smart home devices, raising fresh concerns about IoT e-waste and long-term reliability. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, Norbert Frassa, Guy Serle, Jeff Gamet, and Eric Bolden also react to a new generation of AirTags with louder alerts and longer range, share real-world tracking and wallet stories, and explains Apple Cash's higher instant transfer fees.  MacVoices is supported by Squarespace. Check out https://www.squarespace.com/MACVOICES to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using offer code MACVOICES. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:28 Welcome and panel intro09:19 Wemo support shutdown and what still works12:50 Standards-based devices and open-source alternatives16:07 Sponsor message17:44 New AirTags: louder sound, longer range, setup requirements23:10 Real-world “unknown AirTag” tracking alert story25:23 Wallet trackers and bag-tracking use cases28:48 Apple Cash instant transfer fee increase explained Links: PSA: Belkin ending support for most Wemo smart home accessories this weekhttps://9to5mac.com/2026/01/27/psa-belkin-ending-support-for-most-wemo-smart-home-accessories-this-week/ Bose made the consumer friendly move to open source its SoundTouch speakershttps://www.engadget.com/audio/speakers/bose-made-the-consumer-friendly-move-to-open-source-its-soundtouch-speakers-163459024.htmlApple Unveils New AirTag With Longer Range, Louder Speaker, and Morehttps://www.macrumors.com/2026/01/26/apple-announces-new-airtag/ Apple Cash Users Will See Instant Transfer Fees Increase in Februaryhttps://www.mactrast.com/2026/01/apple-cash-users-will-see-instant-transfer-fees-increase-in-february/ Guests: Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him on Twitter, by email at embolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast. Brian Flanigan-Arthurs is an educator with a passion for providing results-driven, innovative learning strategies for all students, but particularly those who are at-risk. He is also a tech enthusiast who has a particular affinity for Apple since he first used the Apple IIGS as a student. You can contact Brian on twitter as @brian8944. He also recently opened a Mastodon account at @brian8944@mastodon.cloud.   Norbert Frassa is a technology “man about town”. Follow him on X and see what he's up to. Jeff Gamet is a technology blogger, podcaster, author, and public speaker. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's Managing Editor, and the TextExpander Evangelist for Smile. He has presented at Macworld Expo, RSA Conference, several WordCamp events, along with many other conferences. You can find him on several podcasts such as The Mac Show, The Big Show, MacVoices, Mac OS Ken, This Week in iOS, and more. Jeff is easy to find on social media as @jgamet on Twitter and Instagram, jeffgamet on LinkedIn., @jgamet@mastodon.social on Mastodon, and on his YouTube Channel at YouTube.com/jgamet. David Ginsburg is the host of the weekly podcast In Touch With iOS where he discusses all things iOS, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, and related technologies. He is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users. Visit his YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65 and on Mastodon at @daveg65@mastodon.cloud.   Dr. Marty Jencius has been an Associate Professor of Counseling at Kent State University since 2000. He has over 120 publications in books, chapters, journal articles, and others, along with 200 podcasts related to counseling, counselor education, and faculty life. His technology interest led him to develop the counseling profession ‘firsts,' including listservs, a web-based peer-reviewed journal, The Journal of Technology in Counseling, teaching and conferencing in virtual worlds as the founder of Counselor Education in Second Life, and podcast founder/producer of CounselorAudioSource.net and ThePodTalk.net. Currently, he produces a podcast about counseling and life questions, the Circular Firing Squad, and digital video interviews with legacies capturing the history of the counseling field. This is also co-host of The Vision ProFiles podcast. Generally, Marty is chasing the newest tech trends, which explains his interest in A.I. for teaching, research, and productivity. Marty is an active presenter and past president of the NorthEast Ohio Apple Corp (NEOAC). Jim Rea built his own computer from scratch in 1975, started programming in 1977, and has been an independent Mac developer continuously since 1984. He is the founder of ProVUE Development, and the author of Panorama X, ProVUE's ultra fast RAM based database software for the macOS platform. He's been a speaker at MacTech, MacWorld Expo and other industry conferences. Follow Jim at provue.com and via @provuejim@techhub.social on Mastodon. Guy Serle, best known for being one of the co-hosts of the MyMac Podcast, sincerely apologizes for anything he has done or caused to have happened while in possession of dangerous podcasting equipment. He should know better but being a blonde from Florida means he's probably incapable of understanding the damage he has wrought. Guy is also the author of the novel, The Maltese Cube. You can follow his exploits on Twitter, catch him on Mac to the Future on Facebook, at @Macparrot@mastodon.social, and find everything at VertShark.com. Support:      Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon     http://patreon.com/macvoices      Enjoy this episode? 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Belkin is ending support for most Wemo smart home devices, raising fresh concerns about IoT e-waste and long-term reliability. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, Norbert Frassa, Guy Serle, Jeff Gamet, and Eric Bolden also react to a new generation of AirTags with louder alerts and longer range, share real-world tracking and wallet stories, and explains Apple Cash's higher instant transfer fees.  MacVoices is supported by Squarespace. Check out https://www.squarespace.com/MACVOICES to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using offer code MACVOICES. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:28 Welcome and panel intro 09:19 Wemo support shutdown and what still works 12:50 Standards-based devices and open-source alternatives 16:07 Sponsor message 17:44 New AirTags: louder sound, longer range, setup requirements 23:10 Real-world "unknown AirTag" tracking alert story 25:23 Wallet trackers and bag-tracking use cases 28:48 Apple Cash instant transfer fee increase explained Links: PSA: Belkin ending support for most Wemo smart home accessories this week https://9to5mac.com/2026/01/27/psa-belkin-ending-support-for-most-wemo-smart-home-accessories-this-week/ Bose made the consumer friendly move to open source its SoundTouch speakers https://www.engadget.com/audio/speakers/bose-made-the-consumer-friendly-move-to-open-source-its-soundtouch-speakers-163459024.html Apple Unveils New AirTag With Longer Range, Louder Speaker, and More https://www.macrumors.com/2026/01/26/apple-announces-new-airtag/ Apple Cash Users Will See Instant Transfer Fees Increase in February https://www.mactrast.com/2026/01/apple-cash-users-will-see-instant-transfer-fees-increase-in-february/ Guests: Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him on Twitter, by email at embolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast. Brian Flanigan-Arthurs is an educator with a passion for providing results-driven, innovative learning strategies for all students, but particularly those who are at-risk. He is also a tech enthusiast who has a particular affinity for Apple since he first used the Apple IIGS as a student. You can contact Brian on twitter as @brian8944. He also recently opened a Mastodon account at @brian8944@mastodon.cloud.   Norbert Frassa is a technology "man about town". Follow him on X and see what he's up to. Jeff Gamet is a technology blogger, podcaster, author, and public speaker. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's Managing Editor, and the TextExpander Evangelist for Smile. He has presented at Macworld Expo, RSA Conference, several WordCamp events, along with many other conferences. You can find him on several podcasts such as The Mac Show, The Big Show, MacVoices, Mac OS Ken, This Week in iOS, and more. Jeff is easy to find on social media as @jgamet on Twitter and Instagram, jeffgamet on LinkedIn., @jgamet@mastodon.social on Mastodon, and on his YouTube Channel at YouTube.com/jgamet. David Ginsburg is the host of the weekly podcast In Touch With iOS where he discusses all things iOS, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, and related technologies. He is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users. Visit his YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65 and on Mastodon at @daveg65@mastodon.cloud.   Dr. Marty Jencius has been an Associate Professor of Counseling at Kent State University since 2000. He has over 120 publications in books, chapters, journal articles, and others, along with 200 podcasts related to counseling, counselor education, and faculty life. His technology interest led him to develop the counseling profession 'firsts,' including listservs, a web-based peer-reviewed journal, The Journal of Technology in Counseling, teaching and conferencing in virtual worlds as the founder of Counselor Education in Second Life, and podcast founder/producer of CounselorAudioSource.net and ThePodTalk.net. Currently, he produces a podcast about counseling and life questions, the Circular Firing Squad, and digital video interviews with legacies capturing the history of the counseling field. This is also co-host of The Vision ProFiles podcast. Generally, Marty is chasing the newest tech trends, which explains his interest in A.I. for teaching, research, and productivity. Marty is an active presenter and past president of the NorthEast Ohio Apple Corp (NEOAC). Jim Rea built his own computer from scratch in 1975, started programming in 1977, and has been an independent Mac developer continuously since 1984. He is the founder of ProVUE Development, and the author of Panorama X, ProVUE's ultra fast RAM based database software for the macOS platform. He's been a speaker at MacTech, MacWorld Expo and other industry conferences. Follow Jim at provue.com and via @provuejim@techhub.social on Mastodon. Guy Serle, best known for being one of the co-hosts of the MyMac Podcast, sincerely apologizes for anything he has done or caused to have happened while in possession of dangerous podcasting equipment. He should know better but being a blonde from Florida means he's probably incapable of understanding the damage he has wrought. Guy is also the author of the novel, The Maltese Cube. You can follow his exploits on Twitter, catch him on Mac to the Future on Facebook, at @Macparrot@mastodon.social, and find everything at VertShark.com. Support:      Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon      http://patreon.com/macvoices      Enjoy this episode? 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This week the COWboys just don't care anymore. Along with some fun and lively conversation on the topic, you''ll also hear some great music from Duke Davis (I Ain't Got a Care), Asleep at the Wheel (I Don't Care if the Sun Don't Shine), Bar J Wranglers (Ride with a Smile), and J Parson (In Care of the Ol' Blue Moon). There is also some great cowboy poetry this week from ​Larry McWhorter (Harley's Secret). We'll have the ever popular Dick's Pick (Movin' On), Cowpoke Poetry, and a whole bunch of goofin' off too!

Send us a text This week we ramble about Bad Bunny , Billie Eilish , The Grammy Awards , Kid Rock , Kaitlyn Collins, telling women to smile , The USA Olympics Team, the vile gorilla post on Truth Social, Karens being Karen, thought police and more  Follow us at Reality Redemption on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, BlueSky and Tik Tok

The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jill McKinley, Chuck Joiner, Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Guy Serle. This episode covers the transition of visionOS 26.3 from beta, the second anniversary of the Vision Pro, and critical updates for the Home app. The team also discusses the expansion of the Apple Sports app, the future of CarPlay Ultra, and exciting new content coming to Apple TV+. Finally, the show concludes with the highly anticipated announcement of MacStock 10. The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com  Direct Link to Audio  Links to our Show Give us a review on Apple Podcasts! CLICK HERE we would really appreciate it! Click this link Buy me a Coffee to support the show we would really appreciate it. intouchwithios.com/coffee  Another way to support the show is to become a Patreon member patreon.com/intouchwithios Website: In Touch With iOS YouTube Channel In Touch with iOS Magazine on Flipboard Facebook Page BlueSky Mastodon X Instagram Threads Summary The episode opens with visionOS 26.3 reaching release-candidate status and a look back at the two-year anniversary of Apple Vision Pro. The panel reflects on how far the platform has come since its early releases, noting steady software improvements and growing maturity. Marty shares hands-on perspective from recent workshops, emphasizing Apple's consistent approach to spatial computing compared with competing XR platforms. The conversation shifts to Apple's latest immersive video content, including the Crufts Dog Show experience, which highlights Vision Pro's strengths in visual detail and presence. From there, the panel touches on iOS 26.3, iPadOS 26.3, and other platform updates, including Apple's continued support for older operating systems and why that matters for users with legacy hardware or specialized workflows. Discussion then turns to the Mac, with reactions to Apple's new online Mac configuration process, now modeled after the iPad buying experience. The panel debates whether the new flow simplifies customization or makes it easier for costs to escalate unexpectedly. A key segment focuses on the Apple Home app and Apple's push to migrate users to the newer Home architecture. The panel shares candid experiences with home automation reliability, pointing out HomeKit's strengths, ongoing frustrations, and the lack of a true backup-and-restore option. The episode continues with CarPlay Ultra's gradual expansion, reports of CarPlay connection dead zones caused by wireless interference, and a celebration of the iPad's 16th anniversary, reflecting on its lasting impact and why iPad and Mac continue to serve different roles. In the news roundup, the panel covers the Apple Sports app's expansion, Amazon's rollout of Alexa Plus, and what smarter assistants actually deliver in everyday use. The show wraps with Apple TV+ updates, including previews of upcoming content, hints of an F1 movie sequel, and a major announcement: MacStock 10 is officially set, featuring the Inspire theme and a new Ecamm Creator Camp for hands-on creator training. Topics and Links In Touch With Vision Pro this week.  Apple seeds visionOS 26.3 RC ahead of final update visionOS 26.3 RC Release Notes Apple Vision Pro Launched Two Years Ago Today Vision Pro goes to the dogs Immersive Dog Show Series 'Top Dogs' Premieres on Apple Vision Pro Immersive Dog Show Series 'Top Dogs' The Story Beta this week. iOS 26.3 Beta RC released  Apple Seeds iOS 26.3 and iPadOS 26.3 Release Candidates - MacRumors Apple Releases watchOS 26.3, tvOS 26.3 and visionOS 26.3 Release Candidates - MacRumors iOS 16, iPadOS 16, macOS Big Sur get minor updates with iMessage fix Apple Releases macOS 11, watchOS 10, and watchOS 9 Updates to Keep iMessage and FaceTime Working on Older Devices In Touch With Mac this week macOS Tahoe 26.3 Release Candidate Now Available Apple Changes How You Order a Mac Other Topics Apple Gives Final Warning to Home App Users What is the state of the Home App?  Apple's CarPlay Ultra to Expand to These Vehicle Brands Later This Year CarPlay connection issues? This might explain why Apple's iPad Turns 16 Today News Apple Sports Now Supports Golf and More Six New Leagues Coming to Apple Sports - MacRumors Amazon's Alexa+ Now Free for All U.S. Prime Members, Beating Apple's Smarter Siri to Market Apple TV Announces 12 New Shows and Films Coming This Year Eddy Cue and Formula 1 CEO tease 'F1: The Movie' sequel at Apple TV press day event Announcements Macstock X is here celebrating its 10th anniversary! With Three Full Days of expert-led Presentations and Workshops, Macstock's sessions are crammed full of productivity-enhancing content. NEW this year is a partnership with sponsor Ecamm. Ecamm Creator Camp: Mac Edition on July 9, 2026 there are only 100 tickets available for the bundle. There are 2 passes available: Macstock weekend pass July 10,11,12, 2026 or the Macstock Ecamm Bundle starting July 9 (only 100 tickets available)  Come join us. Register HERE Our Host Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastodon @daveg65, , BlueSky @daveg65  and the show @intouchwithios   Our Regular Contributors Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's managing editor, and Smile's TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social‬ Podcasts The Context Machine Podcast  Retro Rewatch Retro Rewatch His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social  https://thepodtalk.net  Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.   Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmern. Find all her work at http://jillfromthenorthwoods.com  Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group. Guy Serle is one of the hosts of the new The Gmen Show along with GazMaz and email GMenshow@icloud.com  @MacParrot and @VertShark on X  Vertshark on YouTube, Google Voice +1 Area code  703-828-4677

It's the final Sundance Film Festival in Utah and Dillon is here to talk about it with Rachel Follow Dillon on instagram https://www.instagram.com/slasher_review/ Follow Slasher reviews on tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@slasherreviews?lang=en Check out the Hallmarkies Podcast for coverage of many of these films https://www.youtube.com/c/HallmarkiesPodcast Don't miss your chance to pick the next Family Movie Night selection and other great perks by joining the patreon! https://www.patreon.com/hallmarkies Get a Smile and Frown worthy shirt at our merch store https://hallmarkies.dashery.com/ Follow Rachel Reviews on Itunes https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/rachels-reviews/id1278536301?mt=2 To see all my Family Movie Night reviews https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Py6obIJMCfE&list=PL7wz447AgL4yAT7WALhqQASaJPunxdFoW Follow my blog at http://rachelsreviews.net Follow me on twitter http://www.twitter.com/rachel_reviews Listen to Hallmarkies Podcast at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hallmarkies-podcast/id1296728288 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The panel looks at Adobe's past dominance, current challenges, and uncertain future as AI tools and lower-cost alternatives reshape the creative landscape. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Web Bixby, Jim Rea, and Jeff Gamet cover how generative AI, subscription fatigue, collaboration gaps, and competitors like Affinity, Canva, and Figma are changing who really needs Adobe services such as Creative Cloud, while reflecting on historical tech shifts and whether Adobe's next chapter has already been written. A documentary recommendation wraps up this session. MacVoices is supported by Incogni. Take your personal data back with Incogni! Get 60% off an annual plan at https://incogni.com/chuck and use code “chuck" at checkout. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Adobe's past, present, and AI disruption01:12 How AI fits into professional creative workflows03:09 Adobe's difficulty pivoting in a fast-moving market04:29 Desktop publishing history: PageMaker, Quark, and InDesign07:09 Public perception of AI “replacing” Adobe tools09:26 Photoshop Elements and missed marketing opportunities12:41 Subscription fatigue and rising alternatives14:04 Collaboration challenges and Canva/Affinity momentum17:45 Shift from print-centric tools to digital workflows22:13 Designers leaving Creative Cloud behind25:12 Adobe's legacy status and future positioning31:31 The Thinking Game documentary recommendation Links:Adobe's stock has slumped more than 45% since the end of 2023, reflecting analyst concerns over the threat of AI-driven disruption to SaaS companieshttps://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-01-13/adobe-analysts-turn-most-bearish-since-2013-as-ai-threat-looms The Thinking Game | Full documentary | Tribeca Film Festival official selectionhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d95J8yzvjbQ Guests: Web Bixby has been in the insurance business for 40 years and has been an Apple user for longer than that.You can catch up with him on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn, but prefers Bluesky. Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him on Twitter, by email at embolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast Jeff Gamet is a technology blogger, podcaster, author, and public speaker. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's Managing Editor, and the TextExpander Evangelist for Smile. He has presented at Macworld Expo, RSA Conference, several WordCamp events, along with many other conferences. You can find him on several podcasts such as The Mac Show, The Big Show, MacVoices, Mac OS Ken, This Week in iOS, and more. Jeff is easy to find on social media as @jgamet on Twitter and Instagram, jeffgamet on LinkedIn., @jgamet@mastodon.social on Mastodon, and on his YouTube Channel at YouTube.com/jgamet. David Ginsburg is the host of the weekly podcast In Touch With iOS where he discusses all things iOS, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, and related technologies. He is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users. Visit his YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65 and on Mastodon at @daveg65@mastodon.cloud. Dr. Marty Jencius has been an Associate Professor of Counseling at Kent State University since 2000. He has over 120 publications in books, chapters, journal articles, and others, along with 200 podcasts related to counseling, counselor education, and faculty life. His technology interest led him to develop the counseling profession ‘firsts,' including listservs, a web-based peer-reviewed journal, The Journal of Technology in Counseling, teaching and conferencing in virtual worlds as the founder of Counselor Education in Second Life, and podcast founder/producer of CounselorAudioSource.net and ThePodTalk.net. Currently, he produces a podcast about counseling and life questions, the Circular Firing Squad, and digital video interviews with legacies capturing the history of the counseling field. This is also co-host of The Vision ProFiles podcast. Generally, Marty is chasing the newest tech trends, which explains his interest in A.I. for teaching, research, and productivity. Marty is an active presenter and past president of the NorthEast Ohio Apple Corp (NEOAC). Jim Rea built his own computer from scratch in 1975, started programming in 1977, and has been an independent Mac developer continuously since 1984. He is the founder of ProVUE Development, and the author of Panorama X, ProVUE's ultra fast RAM based database software for the macOS platform. He's been a speaker at MacTech, MacWorld Expo and other industry conferences. Follow Jim at provue.com and via @provuejim@techhub.social on Mastodon. 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The panel looks at Adobe's past dominance, current challenges, and uncertain future as AI tools and lower-cost alternatives reshape the creative landscape. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Web Bixby, Jim Rea, and Jeff Gamet cover how generative AI, subscription fatigue, collaboration gaps, and competitors like Affinity, Canva, and Figma are changing who really needs Adobe services such as Creative Cloud, while reflecting on historical tech shifts and whether Adobe's next chapter has already been written. A documentary recommendation wraps up this session. MacVoices is supported by Incogni. Take your personal data back with Incogni! Get 60% off an annual plan at https://incogni.com/chuck and use code "chuck" at checkout. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Adobe's past, present, and AI disruption 01:12 How AI fits into professional creative workflows 03:09 Adobe's difficulty pivoting in a fast-moving market 04:29 Desktop publishing history: PageMaker, Quark, and InDesign 07:09 Public perception of AI "replacing" Adobe tools 09:26 Photoshop Elements and missed marketing opportunities 12:41 Subscription fatigue and rising alternatives 14:04 Collaboration challenges and Canva/Affinity momentum 17:45 Shift from print-centric tools to digital workflows 22:13 Designers leaving Creative Cloud behind 25:12 Adobe's legacy status and future positioning 31:31 The Thinking Game documentary recommendation Links: Adobe's stock has slumped more than 45% since the end of 2023, reflecting analyst concerns over the threat of AI-driven disruption to SaaS companies https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-01-13/adobe-analysts-turn-most-bearish-since-2013-as-ai-threat-looms The Thinking Game | Full documentary | Tribeca Film Festival official selection https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d95J8yzvjbQ Guests: Web Bixby has been in the insurance business for 40 years and has been an Apple user for longer than that.You can catch up with him on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn, but prefers Bluesky. Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him on Twitter, by email at embolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast Jeff Gamet is a technology blogger, podcaster, author, and public speaker. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's Managing Editor, and the TextExpander Evangelist for Smile. He has presented at Macworld Expo, RSA Conference, several WordCamp events, along with many other conferences. You can find him on several podcasts such as The Mac Show, The Big Show, MacVoices, Mac OS Ken, This Week in iOS, and more. Jeff is easy to find on social media as @jgamet on Twitter and Instagram, jeffgamet on LinkedIn., @jgamet@mastodon.social on Mastodon, and on his YouTube Channel at YouTube.com/jgamet. David Ginsburg is the host of the weekly podcast In Touch With iOS where he discusses all things iOS, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, and related technologies. He is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users. Visit his YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65 and on Mastodon at @daveg65@mastodon.cloud. Dr. Marty Jencius has been an Associate Professor of Counseling at Kent State University since 2000. He has over 120 publications in books, chapters, journal articles, and others, along with 200 podcasts related to counseling, counselor education, and faculty life. His technology interest led him to develop the counseling profession 'firsts,' including listservs, a web-based peer-reviewed journal, The Journal of Technology in Counseling, teaching and conferencing in virtual worlds as the founder of Counselor Education in Second Life, and podcast founder/producer of CounselorAudioSource.net and ThePodTalk.net. Currently, he produces a podcast about counseling and life questions, the Circular Firing Squad, and digital video interviews with legacies capturing the history of the counseling field. This is also co-host of The Vision ProFiles podcast. Generally, Marty is chasing the newest tech trends, which explains his interest in A.I. for teaching, research, and productivity. Marty is an active presenter and past president of the NorthEast Ohio Apple Corp (NEOAC). Jim Rea built his own computer from scratch in 1975, started programming in 1977, and has been an independent Mac developer continuously since 1984. He is the founder of ProVUE Development, and the author of Panorama X, ProVUE's ultra fast RAM based database software for the macOS platform. He's been a speaker at MacTech, MacWorld Expo and other industry conferences. Follow Jim at provue.com and via @provuejim@techhub.social on Mastodon. 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438 | The 3 Touchpoints That Create Connection (Staff, Students, Parents) Podcast Description Running a martial arts school isn't just about having a solid curriculum. If people are still drifting away, it's usually not because they suddenly hate kicks—it's because they don't feel attached. In Episode 438 of School Owner Talk, Duane Brumitt and Allie Alberigo break down a simple, practical framework to create real connection (and better retention) through three touchpoints: staff, students, and parents. You'll hear why weekly staff meetings should be the “anchor,” how to keep students from quitting the feelings they used to have, and why parent communication can't be all automation and white noise. Along the way, they share real stories—from Allie getting back on the floor six days a week to Duane's reminder that even a five-year-old using your name can change how you feel. Key Takeaways Connection is measurable. It shows up in retention, culture, fewer fires, and more buy-in. Your staff sets the emotional temperature of the school. If they feel unseen or unclear, it leaks into everything. Students don't quit programs—they quit feelings. The “fun” changes as they progress, so you have to reframe expectations. Routine builds skill, but routine can also create boredom. Your job is to keep repetition without letting it feel stale. Parents tune out when communication becomes constant noise. Automations can support the process, but they can't replace real conversations. Progress has two layers. Parents need to understand both the curriculum/belt cycle and what progress looks like for their child. Action Steps for School Owners 1) Staff Touchpoint: Keep the weekly meeting as the anchor If you already have a weekly staff meeting (60–90 minutes), keep it. Use it to align everyone on: The mission (big picture) The quarterly/monthly focus The weekly focus Then support it with “in-the-moment” touchpoints during the week so the meeting isn't the only time leadership shows up. Use The One Minute Manager framework One Minute Goals: Pick 1–3 clear, observable standards for the week (ex: greet every student by name within the first 10 steps). One Minute Praisings: Catch good behavior fast and name it specifically (“Thanks for picking up the garbage outside—great ownership mindset.”). One Minute Reprimands: Correct quickly, clearly, respectfully, and reset the relationship. Ask what they were thinking, then give the bigger perspective. 2) Student Touchpoint: Make sure they leave feeling seen, successful, and excited A) Use the Three-Time Rule Say their name three times Approach them three times Make eye contact three times Duane's story about “Connor” (a five-year-old who kept using his name) is the reminder: a personal experience matters at every age. B) Teach with a simple structure (and protect confidence) Use the Four Rules of Teaching: Explanation (brief + exciting + includes the goal) Demonstration (ideally by a student close in age/level) Correction (use PCP: Praise–Correct–Praise) Repetition (enough practice while keeping energy high) Also: leave space for students to make mistakes. If you micromanage every rep, they only learn to perform when you're right next to them. C) Disguise repetition so it doesn't feel boring Change the format without changing the goal: Individual, partners, line drills, group work Slow reps, fast reps, ladders, add-on routines A simple win: reduce anxiety by “requiring less” on paper while still teaching more inside the drill. When it's not framed as a huge requirement, students often learn it faster. 3) Parent Touchpoint: Reduce white noise and increase real trust Parents pay, decide, and influence the story at home. If you want fewer complaints and better retention, you need consistent connection—especially early. Bring back real check-ins (especially in the first 12 weeks) Automations can remind you what to do, but they can't replace: Phone calls Face-to-face progress checks Real conversations that include curriculum progress and personal progress A practical approach: schedule progress check-ins every couple of weeks through the first belt cycle, then set expectations that communication changes (but doesn't disappear) after that. Make communication easy to consume Keep messages short and scannable Break up text visually (2–3 sentences per paragraph) Consider one “home base” where parents can always find info (like your app) And when you're frustrated? Do what Allie does: write the email, then run it through AI to make it calm, positive, and motivational before you hit send. Additional Resources Mentioned The One Minute Manager (book) Anthony Rangel (Martial Art Institute) quote: “You're not good enough to be bored.” Kenny Bigby / Jesse Enkamp (The Karate Nerd) and the concept of “until” Dave Kovar's “Sweat, Smile, Learn” framework Zig Ziglar quote: “Repetition is the mother of learning.”

Let's dive headfirst into the juicy world of President Donald Trump and the Epstein files. Join Stephanie Miller as she leads a lively chat about Trump's eyebrow-raising comments and his tangled ties to the Epstein scandal. Expect sharp wit, snappy insights, and a sprinkle of sass as we explore the media's role, the treatment of women, and the investigations that just won't quit. With guests Bob Cesca & Dr. Irwin Redlener!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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It's been almost 2 years since Nate Cardin last graced the pages of the NYTimes, and from our perspective that's almost 2 years too long. But he's back now, and in excellent form, with a wry theme and some amusing other clues. We were buoyed by the juxtaposition of 53A, Beyond well-done, BURNT, and 56A, Exceptionally good, in Gen Z slang, FIRE (a GUCCI of a clue, in our opinion

Wikipedia's 25th anniversary sparked a discussion of its evolution as a research tool and how it compares with AI systems. The discussion by Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Web Bixby, Jim Rea, and Jeff Gamet explores academic attitudes toward Wikipedia, the need to teach responsible source verification, and how AI is reshaping classrooms and workplaces. The panel also debates whether AI truly boosts productivity and reacts to new ChatGPT subscription tiers that introduce ads.  MacVoices is supported by Incogni. Take your personal data back with Incogni! Get 60% off an annual plan at https://incogni.com/chuck and use code “chuck" at checkout. Show Notes: Chapters: 0:09 Wikipedia's 25th anniversary and community support 0:56 Reliability of Wikipedia in academic settings 4:16 Teaching responsible use of research tools 9:08 Value of Wikipedia for niche and obscure topics 10:27 AI policies and syllabus guidelines in academia 16:44 AI adoption and controls in the business world 23:58 Does AI improve productivity or just speed? 29:13 New ChatGPT pricing tiers and advertising 34:08 OpenAI's evolving business model Links: Wikipedia turns 25 today but faces more threats than ever before https://9to5mac.com/2026/01/15/wikipedia-turns-25-today-but-faces-more-threats-than-ever-before/ OpenAI launches cheaper ChatGPT subscription, says ads are coming next https://9to5mac.com/2026/01/16/openai-launches-cheaper-chatgpt-subscription-says-ads-are-coming-next/ Guests: Web Bixby has been in the insurance business for 40 years and has been an Apple user for longer than that.You can catch up with him on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn, but prefers Bluesky. Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him on Twitter, by email at embolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast Jeff Gamet is a technology blogger, podcaster, author, and public speaker. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's Managing Editor, and the TextExpander Evangelist for Smile. He has presented at Macworld Expo, RSA Conference, several WordCamp events, along with many other conferences. You can find him on several podcasts such as The Mac Show, The Big Show, MacVoices, Mac OS Ken, This Week in iOS, and more. Jeff is easy to find on social media as @jgamet on Twitter and Instagram, jeffgamet on LinkedIn., @jgamet@mastodon.social on Mastodon, and on his YouTube Channel at YouTube.com/jgamet. David Ginsburg is the host of the weekly podcast In Touch With iOS where he discusses all things iOS, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, and related technologies. He is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users. Visit his YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65 and on Mastodon at @daveg65@mastodon.cloud. Dr. Marty Jencius has been an Associate Professor of Counseling at Kent State University since 2000. He has over 120 publications in books, chapters, journal articles, and others, along with 200 podcasts related to counseling, counselor education, and faculty life. His technology interest led him to develop the counseling profession ‘firsts,' including listservs, a web-based peer-reviewed journal, The Journal of Technology in Counseling, teaching and conferencing in virtual worlds as the founder of Counselor Education in Second Life, and podcast founder/producer of CounselorAudioSource.net and ThePodTalk.net. Currently, he produces a podcast about counseling and life questions, the Circular Firing Squad, and digital video interviews with legacies capturing the history of the counseling field. This is also co-host of The Vision ProFiles podcast. Generally, Marty is chasing the newest tech trends, which explains his interest in A.I. for teaching, research, and productivity. Marty is an active presenter and past president of the NorthEast Ohio Apple Corp (NEOAC). Jim Rea built his own computer from scratch in 1975, started programming in 1977, and has been an independent Mac developer continuously since 1984. He is the founder of ProVUE Development, and the author of Panorama X, ProVUE's ultra fast RAM based database software for the macOS platform. He's been a speaker at MacTech, MacWorld Expo and other industry conferences. Follow Jim at provue.com and via @provuejim@techhub.social on Mastodon. Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon      http://patreon.com/macvoices      Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web:      http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner      http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon:      https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn:      https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram:      https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe:      Audio in iTunes      Video in iTunes      Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss      Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

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Wikipedia's 25th anniversary sparked a discussion of its evolution as a research tool and how it compares with AI systems. The discussion by Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Web Bixby, Jim Rea, and Jeff Gamet explores academic attitudes toward Wikipedia, the need to teach responsible source verification, and how AI is reshaping classrooms and workplaces. The panel also debates whether AI truly boosts productivity and reacts to new ChatGPT subscription tiers that introduce ads.  MacVoices is supported by Incogni. Take your personal data back with Incogni! Get 60% off an annual plan at https://incogni.com/chuck and use code "chuck" at checkout. Show Notes: Chapters: 0:09 Wikipedia's 25th anniversary and community support 0:56 Reliability of Wikipedia in academic settings 4:16 Teaching responsible use of research tools 9:08 Value of Wikipedia for niche and obscure topics 10:27 AI policies and syllabus guidelines in academia 16:44 AI adoption and controls in the business world 23:58 Does AI improve productivity or just speed? 29:13 New ChatGPT pricing tiers and advertising 34:08 OpenAI's evolving business model Links: Wikipedia turns 25 today but faces more threats than ever before https://9to5mac.com/2026/01/15/wikipedia-turns-25-today-but-faces-more-threats-than-ever-before/ OpenAI launches cheaper ChatGPT subscription, says ads are coming next https://9to5mac.com/2026/01/16/openai-launches-cheaper-chatgpt-subscription-says-ads-are-coming-next/ Guests: Web Bixby has been in the insurance business for 40 years and has been an Apple user for longer than that.You can catch up with him on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn, but prefers Bluesky. Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him on Twitter, by email at embolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast Jeff Gamet is a technology blogger, podcaster, author, and public speaker. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's Managing Editor, and the TextExpander Evangelist for Smile. He has presented at Macworld Expo, RSA Conference, several WordCamp events, along with many other conferences. You can find him on several podcasts such as The Mac Show, The Big Show, MacVoices, Mac OS Ken, This Week in iOS, and more. Jeff is easy to find on social media as @jgamet on Twitter and Instagram, jeffgamet on LinkedIn., @jgamet@mastodon.social on Mastodon, and on his YouTube Channel at YouTube.com/jgamet. David Ginsburg is the host of the weekly podcast In Touch With iOS where he discusses all things iOS, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, and related technologies. He is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users. Visit his YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65 and on Mastodon at @daveg65@mastodon.cloud. Dr. Marty Jencius has been an Associate Professor of Counseling at Kent State University since 2000. He has over 120 publications in books, chapters, journal articles, and others, along with 200 podcasts related to counseling, counselor education, and faculty life. His technology interest led him to develop the counseling profession 'firsts,' including listservs, a web-based peer-reviewed journal, The Journal of Technology in Counseling, teaching and conferencing in virtual worlds as the founder of Counselor Education in Second Life, and podcast founder/producer of CounselorAudioSource.net and ThePodTalk.net. Currently, he produces a podcast about counseling and life questions, the Circular Firing Squad, and digital video interviews with legacies capturing the history of the counseling field. This is also co-host of The Vision ProFiles podcast. Generally, Marty is chasing the newest tech trends, which explains his interest in A.I. for teaching, research, and productivity. Marty is an active presenter and past president of the NorthEast Ohio Apple Corp (NEOAC). Jim Rea built his own computer from scratch in 1975, started programming in 1977, and has been an independent Mac developer continuously since 1984. He is the founder of ProVUE Development, and the author of Panorama X, ProVUE's ultra fast RAM based database software for the macOS platform. He's been a speaker at MacTech, MacWorld Expo and other industry conferences. Follow Jim at provue.com and via @provuejim@techhub.social on Mastodon. 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My motivation for this episode is personal. One of my resolutions this year is to spend more time hosting and to make those gatherings more meaningful.I think a lot of us wish we had better social lives and a stronger feeling of community around us. But it's hard. We're busy, we're tired, and social planning and hosting can feel like just more work. So I asked Priya Parker on the show to help.Parker is the author of “The Art of Gathering: How We Meet and Why It Matters” and a wonderful Substack, Group Life. She's also a conflict resolution facilitator. And she just thinks about gathering and hosting in a different way from anyone else I've ever met. For her, it's about more than just throwing a great dinner party; it's about how we build community across differences, all the way up to how gathering can help create a better politics. The way Zohran Mamdani's mayoral campaign thought about community and built community among its volunteers was partly based on her work and advice.This episode is a bit of a break from politics — but also not. Because pulling the people we love closer and spending more time together rather than alone are as essential as any political or civic discipline could be right now.This conversation contains strong language.Mentioned:In Defense of Politics by Bernard CrickI And Thou by Martin BuberThe Loneliness of Sonia and Sunny by Kiran Desai“Adorable Little Detonators” by Allison P. Davis“The Accused” by Katie J.M. Baker“The Black Thought Project” by Alicia Walters“Zohran's Smile” by Anand GiridharadasBook Recommendations:The Politics of Ritual by Molly FarnethOn Repentance and Repair by Danya RuttenbergBoyMom by Ruth WhippmanTalk to Your Boys by Christopher Pepper and Joanna SchroederThoughts? Guest suggestions? Email us at ezrakleinshow@nytimes.com.You can find transcripts (posted midday) and more episodes of “The Ezra Klein Show” at nytimes.com/ezra-klein-podcast, and you can find Ezra on Twitter @ezraklein. Book recommendations from all our guests are listed at https://www.nytimes.com/article/ezra-klein-show-book-recs.This episode of “The Ezra Klein Show” was produced by Annie Galvin. Fact-checking by Michelle Harris with Mary Marge Locker and Kate Sinclair. Our senior engineer is Jeff Geld, with additional mixing by Aman Sahota. Our executive producer is Claire Gordon. The show's production team also includes Marie Cascione, Rollin Hu, Kristin Lin, Emma Kehlbeck, Jack McCordick, Marina King and Jan Kobal. Original music by Pat McCusker. Audience strategy by Kristina Samulewski and Shannon Busta. The director of New York Times Opinion Audio is Annie-Rose Strasser. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. You can also subscribe via your favorite podcast app here https://www.nytimes.com/activate-access/audio?source=podcatcher. For more podcasts and narrated articles, download The New York Times app at nytimes.com/app.

This MacVoices Live! panel looks at the shutdown of a mobile app store experiment, Spotify's latest price increase, and a wide-ranging debate over AI-generated music and art. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Web Bixby, Jim Rea, and Jeff Gamet consider a variety of factors for each, including user behavior, platform economics, artist compensation, and whether machine-generated content can truly be considered art, raising questions about creativity, intent, and how it all affects the future of media.  MacVoices is supported by Incogni. Take your personal data back with Incogni! Get 60% off an annual plan at https://incogni.com/chuck and use code “chuck" at checkout. Show Notes: Chapters: 0:06 Show introduction and breaking news 6:10 Mobile app store shutdown discussion 14:12 Spotify price increase reactions 19:36 AI-generated music and artist impact 31:49 Is AI-generated content art? Links: MacPaw Pulls Plug on Setapp Mobile iOS Store, Citing 'Still-Evolving and Complex Business Terms' for Alternative EU Marketplaces https://www.macrumors.com/2026/01/15/setapp-mobile-eu-app-store-closing-next-month/ Spotify increases US pricing by 8%; some people are happy https://9to5mac.com/2026/01/15/spotify-increases-us-pricing-by-8-makes-at-least-some-people-happy/ Guests: Web Bixby has been in the insurance business for 40 years and has been an Apple user for longer than that.You can catch up with him on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn, but prefers Bluesky. Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him on Twitter, by email at embolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast Jeff Gamet is a technology blogger, podcaster, author, and public speaker. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's Managing Editor, and the TextExpander Evangelist for Smile. He has presented at Macworld Expo, RSA Conference, several WordCamp events, along with many other conferences. You can find him on several podcasts such as The Mac Show, The Big Show, MacVoices, Mac OS Ken, This Week in iOS, and more. Jeff is easy to find on social media as @jgamet on Twitter and Instagram, jeffgamet on LinkedIn., @jgamet@mastodon.social on Mastodon, and on his YouTube Channel at YouTube.com/jgamet. David Ginsburg is the host of the weekly podcast In Touch With iOS where he discusses all things iOS, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, and related technologies. He is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users. Visit his YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65 and on Mastodon at @daveg65@mastodon.cloud. Dr. Marty Jencius has been an Associate Professor of Counseling at Kent State University since 2000. He has over 120 publications in books, chapters, journal articles, and others, along with 200 podcasts related to counseling, counselor education, and faculty life. His technology interest led him to develop the counseling profession ‘firsts,' including listservs, a web-based peer-reviewed journal, The Journal of Technology in Counseling, teaching and conferencing in virtual worlds as the founder of Counselor Education in Second Life, and podcast founder/producer of CounselorAudioSource.net and ThePodTalk.net. Currently, he produces a podcast about counseling and life questions, the Circular Firing Squad, and digital video interviews with legacies capturing the history of the counseling field. This is also co-host of The Vision ProFiles podcast. Generally, Marty is chasing the newest tech trends, which explains his interest in A.I. for teaching, research, and productivity. Marty is an active presenter and past president of the NorthEast Ohio Apple Corp (NEOAC). Jim Rea built his own computer from scratch in 1975, started programming in 1977, and has been an independent Mac developer continuously since 1984. He is the founder of ProVUE Development, and the author of Panorama X, ProVUE's ultra fast RAM based database software for the macOS platform. He's been a speaker at MacTech, MacWorld Expo and other industry conferences. Follow Jim at provue.com and via @provuejim@techhub.social on Mastodon. Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon      http://patreon.com/macvoices      Enjoy this episode? 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TICKETS FOR MY LIVE SHOW BELOW!Buy Melbourne tickets here Buy Sydney tickets hereBuy Gold Coast tickets hereIn this episode, I'm taking you right behind the scenes of the Pass Around the Smile tour.....the magic, the momentum, and honestly… the many, MANY challenges that came up for me in January.I'm sharing the real emotional rollercoaster of bringing this dream to life... the excitement, the fear, the self-doubt, and the moments where I questioned everything. This is a raw recap of what it looks like when you're expanding, even when it feels uncomfortable.We then dive deep into frequency and vibration — the true drivers of manifestation. I break down how the beliefs we repeatedly feed (often without realising it) keep us stuck in negative, stagnant cycles… and how shifting what we feed our mind and nervous system can completely change the reality we experience.We talk about: How we let our current reality control us — when reality is actually shaped by our perception How we unknowingly create distance between ourselves and our desires Why feeling the emotions of your dream before it happens is so powerful The difference between hoping and truly believing with conviction Overthinking, self-sabotage, and the Law of Rhythm And a very personal realisation: how constantly telling people how scared I was of this tour was actually blocking what I was trying to manifestThis episode is for you if you feel like you're doing “all the right things” but still feel stuck… or if you're on the edge of something big and fear keeps creeping in. ✨Let the magic begin,Cleo xxVisit Pass Around the Smile here!Join my Facebook community group here!Find me on Instagram@passaroundthesmile@cleomasseyFind me on Tik Tok@cleomassey_The Pass Around the Smile podcast is recorded on Bundjalung Country, in South East Queensland, Australia. We acknowledge the Yugambeh people of the Bundjalung Nation, the traditional owners of this land. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.

This MacVoices Live! panel looks at the shutdown of a mobile app store experiment, Spotify's latest price increase, and a wide-ranging debate over AI-generated music and art. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Web Bixby, Jim Rea, and Jeff Gamet consider a variety of factors for each, including user behavior, platform economics, artist compensation, and whether machine-generated content can truly be considered art, raising questions about creativity, intent, and how it all affects the future of media.  MacVoices is supported by Incogni. Take your personal data back with Incogni! Get 60% off an annual plan at https://incogni.com/chuck and use code "chuck" at checkout. Show Notes: Chapters: 0:06 Show introduction and breaking news 6:10 Mobile app store shutdown discussion 14:12 Spotify price increase reactions 19:36 AI-generated music and artist impact 31:49 Is AI-generated content art? Links: MacPaw Pulls Plug on Setapp Mobile iOS Store, Citing 'Still-Evolving and Complex Business Terms' for Alternative EU Marketplaces https://www.macrumors.com/2026/01/15/setapp-mobile-eu-app-store-closing-next-month/ Spotify increases US pricing by 8%; some people are happy https://9to5mac.com/2026/01/15/spotify-increases-us-pricing-by-8-makes-at-least-some-people-happy/ Guests: Web Bixby has been in the insurance business for 40 years and has been an Apple user for longer than that.You can catch up with him on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn, but prefers Bluesky. Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him on Twitter, by email at embolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast Jeff Gamet is a technology blogger, podcaster, author, and public speaker. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's Managing Editor, and the TextExpander Evangelist for Smile. He has presented at Macworld Expo, RSA Conference, several WordCamp events, along with many other conferences. You can find him on several podcasts such as The Mac Show, The Big Show, MacVoices, Mac OS Ken, This Week in iOS, and more. Jeff is easy to find on social media as @jgamet on Twitter and Instagram, jeffgamet on LinkedIn., @jgamet@mastodon.social on Mastodon, and on his YouTube Channel at YouTube.com/jgamet. David Ginsburg is the host of the weekly podcast In Touch With iOS where he discusses all things iOS, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, and related technologies. He is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users. Visit his YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65 and on Mastodon at @daveg65@mastodon.cloud. Dr. Marty Jencius has been an Associate Professor of Counseling at Kent State University since 2000. He has over 120 publications in books, chapters, journal articles, and others, along with 200 podcasts related to counseling, counselor education, and faculty life. His technology interest led him to develop the counseling profession 'firsts,' including listservs, a web-based peer-reviewed journal, The Journal of Technology in Counseling, teaching and conferencing in virtual worlds as the founder of Counselor Education in Second Life, and podcast founder/producer of CounselorAudioSource.net and ThePodTalk.net. Currently, he produces a podcast about counseling and life questions, the Circular Firing Squad, and digital video interviews with legacies capturing the history of the counseling field. This is also co-host of The Vision ProFiles podcast. Generally, Marty is chasing the newest tech trends, which explains his interest in A.I. for teaching, research, and productivity. Marty is an active presenter and past president of the NorthEast Ohio Apple Corp (NEOAC). Jim Rea built his own computer from scratch in 1975, started programming in 1977, and has been an independent Mac developer continuously since 1984. He is the founder of ProVUE Development, and the author of Panorama X, ProVUE's ultra fast RAM based database software for the macOS platform. He's been a speaker at MacTech, MacWorld Expo and other industry conferences. Follow Jim at provue.com and via @provuejim@techhub.social on Mastodon. Support:      Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon      http://patreon.com/macvoices      Enjoy this episode? 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Oral health is often treated as optional or cosmetic, but for people living with AiArthritis diseases, it can have a real impact on pain, fatigue, nutrition, and quality of life. In this episode, Leila and Bridget explore why oral health deserves a place in routine disease management and why so many patients are never told their symptoms are disease related. The episode looks at how autoimmune conditions and common medications can affect the mouth, from dry mouth and gum inflammation to delayed healing and increased infection risk. It also breaks down the connection between oral health, the immune system, and systemic inflammation, helping patients better understand why issues can show up even when oral hygiene is strong. Join us on this episode to hear practical, gentle strategies for protecting oral health when saliva is reduced or sensitivity is high. The discussion emphasizes adaptation over perfection and reinforces that oral health challenges are not personal failures, but part of living with complex chronic disease.   Episode Highlights: Why oral health is often overlooked and why it matters in autoimmune disease How inflammation, medications, and reduced saliva affect the mouth The link between oral health and conditions like Sjögren's, rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and scleroderma Gentle, realistic strategies to protect teeth and gums without causing more harm   Links & Resources Go With Us! To ACR 2025: Oral Health: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q5XlwG4cNXo See more about co-existing conditions, disease management & more www.aiarthritis.org/patientjourney Have questions about this episode or topics you want to hear us bring to the table? Email us at podcast@aiarthritis.org  Donate to Support the Show: www.aiarthritis.org/donate   Follow AiArthritis on all social media platforms @IFAiArthritis Sign up for our Monthly AiArthritis Voices 360 Talk Show newsletter! HERE   Connect with our Co-Hosts:   Leila is the Health Education Manager at the International Foundation for AiArthritis. She is a person living with Lupus and Sjögren's disease. She is passionate about inclusion and diversity in health education and meeting individuals where they are at in order to learn in a way that resonates with them.  Connect with Leila: Tiktok: @Lupuslifestyle.lei   Bridget Dandaraw-Seritt founded a patient based organization that advocates for access to compassionate care and provides community support. She's a published author on therapeutic cannabis, presents at medical conferences, and is engaged in the policy making process.  Connect with Bridget: Facebook: Advocates for Compassionate Therapy Now

Readings: Micah 6:1-8 | 1 Corinthians 1:18-31 | Matthew 5:1-12 | Psalm 15. Preached for the Fourth Sunday after the Epiphany (2026-02-01).

In this packed episode 406 of In Touch With iOS, Dave Ginsburg is joined by Marty Jencius, Chuck Joiner, Jeff Gamet, Jill McKinley, and Eric Bolden to break down a huge week in the Apple ecosystem. The panel dives into Apple's $2 billion acquisition of Q.ai, record-breaking quarterly earnings, updates to visionOS, the newly released Apple Creative Studio subscription, AirTag 2, major Apple TV+ news including Ted Lasso's return, and much more. Apple is clearly firing on all cylinders—hardware, services, AI, accessibility, and entertainment—and this episode covers it all with insight, humor, and a few classic panel tangents. The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com  Direct Link to Audio  Links to our Show Give us a review on Apple Podcasts! CLICK HERE we would really appreciate it! Click this link Buy me a Coffee to support the show we would really appreciate it. intouchwithios.com/coffee  Another way to support the show is to become a Patreon member patreon.com/intouchwithios Website: In Touch With iOS YouTube Channel In Touch with iOS Magazine on Flipboard Facebook Page BlueSky Mastodon X Instagram Threads Summary of Topics     Apple acquires Q.ai for nearly $2B What Apple's second-largest acquisition ever could mean for AI, accessibility, Vision Pro personas, Face ID, and future wearables     •    Apple's record-setting quarterly earnings iPhone dominance, massive services growth, China's rebound, and what Tim Cook's comments reveal about Apple's long-term strategy     •    visionOS 26.3 beta A quieter beta, stability improvements, and speculation on what Apple may be holding back     •    iOS, watchOS, and legacy device updates iOS 26.2.1, AirTag 2 support, and Apple's continued commitment to very old devices (yes, even the iPhone 5s)     •    Apple Creative Studio subscription Final Cut Pro, Logic Pro, Motion, Compressor, Pixelmator Pro, and more—pricing, education discounts, real-world experiences, and how it compares to Adobe     •    AirTag 2 hands-on discussion Louder speaker, extended Precision Finding range, Apple Watch support, and real-world use cases     •    Apple TV+ news Formula 1 programming launches in the Apple TV app, Shrinking renewed, and Ted Lasso officially returning for Season 4     •    Volvo doubles down on CarPlay Why CarPlay still matters—and why CarPlay Ultra may be fading away     •    Apple Fifth Avenue Store maintenance Why the iconic glass cube is temporarily closing overnight     •    Halide co-founder joins Apple's design team What this means for iPhone photography, Apple's camera app, and UI design going forward Links Breaking News Apple Just Made Its Second-Biggest Acquisition Ever After Beats - MacRumors Apple acquires audio AI startup for $2 billion - Six Colors Apple acquires audio AI startup for $2 billion- Reuters Apple Just Made Its Second-Biggest Acquisition Ever After Beats - MacRumors Chuck's related interview. MacVoices #26013: CES Unveiled – Gesture-Based Control with Naqi Logix Q1 2026 Results  Apple announces all-time record in revenue, iPhone sales - Six Colors Apple Reports Record-Setting 1Q 2026 Results: $42.1B Profit on $143.8B Revenue - MacRumors Specific Notes on results Apple Was Caught Off Guard by AirPods Pro 3 Popularity - MacRumors Apple Responds to Fast-Rising RAM and Storage Chip Prices - MacRumors Apple Reaches 2.5 Billion Active Devices - MacRumors Apple CEO Tim Cook Says iPhone Sales Were 'Simply Staggering' Towards End of 2025 Related: Microsoft's $357 Billion Rout Is Worst Since Deepseek Hit Nvidia https://finance.yahoo.com/news/microsoft-357-billion-rout-worst-212236721.html  Topics and Links In Touch With Vision Pro this week.  Apple Releases Third watchOS 26.3, tvOS 26.3 and visionOS 26.3 Betas visionOS 26.3 Beta 3 Release Notes Apple shares trailer for new Top Dogs immersive 'doguseries' coming to Vision Pro Other iOS updates Here's Everything Apple Released This Week Most links below here.  Apple Releases iOS 26.2.1 With AirTag 2 Support Apple Releases iOS 16.7.13 and iOS 15.8.6 for Older Devices Apple Releases iOS 18.7.4 and iPadOS 18.7.4 - Download Now iOS 26.2.1 Addresses Emergency Call Problems on Older iPhones in Australia Apple Releases watchOS 26.2.1, Adding Precision Finding Support for AirTag 2 iPhone 5s Gets New Software Update 13 Years After Launch - MacRumors Apple updates iOS 12 to extend iMessage and FaceTime support on older devices Beta this week. iOS 26.3 Beta 3 was released this week Apple Seeds Third Betas of iOS 26.3 and iPadOS 26.3 to Public Beta Testers Apple Seeds Third Betas of iOS 26.3 and iPadOS 26.3 to Developers iOS 26.3 Adds Privacy Setting to Limit Carrier Location Tracking iOS 26.3 will add three new ways to customize your iPhone - 9to5Mac iOS 26.3 adds new feature to limit location data shared with your carrier Warning: These Continuity Features Are Broken on Latest iOS 26.3 and iPadOS 26.3 Betas  In Touch With Mac this week Third macOS Tahoe 26.3 Beta Now Available for Developers - MacRumors Apple Releases Third macOS Tahoe 26.3 Public Beta A decade with Bartender showed me how overdue this macOS feature is  Other Topics Apple Creative Suite Apple's 'Creator Studio' App Bundle Now Available for $12.99 Per Month Apple Updates Keynote, Numbers, and Pages Apps With New Free and Paid Features  Hands on with Apple Creator Studio: A bittersweet bundle Apple's Creator Studio has a rough App Store roll-out Apple Creative Suite? Access, comments, experiences?  New AirTag 2 Apple introduces new AirTag with expanded connectivity range and improved findability Teardown Reveals AirTag 2 Is Full of Hidden Changes Dave unboxing of AirTag 2 News Apple Introduces New Black Unity Apple Watch Band - Dave unboxing  One of Apple TV's Most Popular Shows Gets Renewal Another automaker vows to continue offering CarPlay Apple TV launches F1 programming in app ahead of season kickoff 'Ted Lasso' is Returning to Apple TV, Here's When  Apple's Fifth Avenue Store is Closing Overnight Next Week, Here's Why 'Halide' Co-Founder Sebastiaan de With Joins Apple's Design Team Announcements Macstock 9 has wrapped for 2025. Attendees will receive a link for the session recordings when  they're ready in 30-45 days. If you missed Macstock we missed you! Why not purchase a digital pass to relive all the amazing presentations? Click the link below to purchase the digital pass. Macstock X has already been announced July 10,11,12, 2026 hopeful you all can join us.  Macstock IX Digital Pass Our Host Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastodon @daveg65, , BlueSky @daveg65  and the show @intouchwithios   Our Regular Contributors Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's managing editor, and Smile's TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social‬ Podcasts The Context Machine Podcast  Retro Rewatch Retro Rewatch His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social  https://thepodtalk.net  Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.   Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmern. Find all her work at http://jillfromthenorthwoods.com  Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.

The MacVoices Live! panel looks at Apple's decision to partner with Google's Gemini models as part of its upcoming AI strategy, considering privacy, control, and execution timelines among the factors. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jeff Gamet, Norbert Frassa, Marty Jencius, and Jim Rea debate whether this move strengthens Apple Intelligence while preserving on-device and private cloud safeguards, and contrast it with Microsoft's all-in Copilot approach, which lacks an off switch and gives users no choices.  MacVoices is supported by Squarespace. Check out https://www.squarespace.com/MACVOICES to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using offer code MACVOICES. MacVoices is supported by Hello Fresh. Go to HelloFresh.com/macvoice10fm to gett 10 free meals + a FREE ZwillingKnife (a $144.99 value) on your third box. Offer valid while supplies last. Free meals applied as discount on first box, new subscribers only, varies by plan.  Show Notes: Chapters: • 00:11 – Apple and Google announce Gemini partnership• 02:04 – Privacy concerns and Apple's gatekeeping role• 03:37 – Using Gemini models without surrendering control• 06:16 – Meeting the next-generation Siri deadline• 10:06 – OpenAI, Google, and changing AI leadership• 15:14 – Microsoft Copilot and the lack of an off switch Links: Apple picks Google's Gemini AI for its big Siri upgradehttps://www.theverge.com/news/860521/apple-siri-google-gemini-ai-personalization Satya Nadella wants the internet to keep an open mind about AI. The internet isn't having ithttps://www.fastcompany.com/91471196/satya-nadella-microsoft-microslop-ai Guests: Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him on Twitter, by email at embolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast. Brian Flanigan-Arthurs is an educator with a passion for providing results-driven, innovative learning strategies for all students, but particularly those who are at-risk. He is also a tech enthusiast who has a particular affinity for Apple since he first used the Apple IIGS as a student. You can contact Brian on twitter as @brian8944. He also recently opened a Mastodon account at @brian8944@mastodon.cloud. Norbert Frassa is a technology “man about town”. Follow him on Twitter and see what he's up to. Jeff Gamet is a technology blogger, podcaster, author, and public speaker. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's Managing Editor, and the TextExpander Evangelist for Smile. He has presented at Macworld Expo, RSA Conference, several WordCamp events, along with many other conferences. You can find him on several podcasts such as The Mac Show, The Big Show, MacVoices, Mac OS Ken, This Week in iOS, and more. Jeff is easy to find on social media as @jgamet on Twitter and Instagram, jeffgamet on LinkedIn., @jgamet@mastodon.social on Mastodon, and on his YouTube Channel at YouTube.com/jgamet. David Ginsburg is the host of the weekly podcast In Touch With iOS where he discusses all things iOS, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, and related technologies. He is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users. Visit his YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65 and on Mastodon at @daveg65@mastodon.cloud. Dr. Marty Jencius has been an Associate Professor of Counseling at Kent State University since 2000. He has over 120 publications in books, chapters, journal articles, and others, along with 200 podcasts related to counseling, counselor education, and faculty life. His technology interest led him to develop the counseling profession ‘firsts,' including listservs, a web-based peer-reviewed journal, The Journal of Technology in Counseling, teaching and conferencing in virtual worlds as the founder of Counselor Education in Second Life, and podcast founder/producer of CounselorAudioSource.net and ThePodTalk.net. Currently, he produces a podcast about counseling and life questions, the Circular Firing Squad, and digital video interviews with legacies capturing the history of the counseling field. This is also co-host of The Vision ProFiles podcast. Generally, Marty is chasing the newest tech trends, which explains his interest in A.I. for teaching, research, and productivity. Marty is an active presenter and past president of the NorthEast Ohio Apple Corp (NEOAC). Jim Rea built his own computer from scratch in 1975, started programming in 1977, and has been an independent Mac developer continuously since 1984. He is the founder of ProVUE Development, and the author of Panorama X, ProVUE's ultra fast RAM based database software for the macOS platform. He's been a speaker at MacTech, MacWorld Expo and other industry conferences. Follow Jim at provue.com and via @provuejim@techhub.social on Mastodon. Support:      Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon     http://patreon.com/macvoices      Enjoy this episode? 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The MacVoices Live! panel looks at Apple's decision to partner with Google's Gemini models as part of its upcoming AI strategy, considering privacy, control, and execution timelines among the factors. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Norbert Frassa, Marty Jencius, and Jim Rea debate whether this move strengthens Apple Intelligence while preserving on-device and private cloud safeguards, and contrast it with Microsoft's all-in Copilot approach, which lacks an off switch and gives users no choices.  MacVoices is supported by Squarespace. Check out https://www.squarespace.com/MACVOICES to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using offer code MACVOICES. MacVoices is supported by Hello Fresh. Go to HelloFresh.com/macvoice10fm to gett 10 free meals + a FREE ZwillingKnife (a $144.99 value) on your third box. Offer valid while supplies last. Free meals applied as discount on first box, new subscribers only, varies by plan.  Show Notes: Chapters: • 00:11 – Apple and Google announce Gemini partnership • 02:04 – Privacy concerns and Apple's gatekeeping role • 03:37 – Using Gemini models without surrendering control • 06:16 – Meeting the next-generation Siri deadline • 10:06 – OpenAI, Google, and changing AI leadership • 15:14 – Microsoft Copilot and the lack of an off switch Links: Apple picks Google's Gemini AI for its big Siri upgrade https://www.theverge.com/news/860521/apple-siri-google-gemini-ai-personalization Satya Nadella wants the internet to keep an open mind about AI. The internet isn't having it https://www.fastcompany.com/91471196/satya-nadella-microsoft-microslop-ai Guests: Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him on Twitter, by email at embolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast. Brian Flanigan-Arthurs is an educator with a passion for providing results-driven, innovative learning strategies for all students, but particularly those who are at-risk. He is also a tech enthusiast who has a particular affinity for Apple since he first used the Apple IIGS as a student. You can contact Brian on twitter as @brian8944. He also recently opened a Mastodon account at @brian8944@mastodon.cloud. Norbert Frassa is a technology "man about town". Follow him on Twitter and see what he's up to. Jeff Gamet is a technology blogger, podcaster, author, and public speaker. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's Managing Editor, and the TextExpander Evangelist for Smile. He has presented at Macworld Expo, RSA Conference, several WordCamp events, along with many other conferences. You can find him on several podcasts such as The Mac Show, The Big Show, MacVoices, Mac OS Ken, This Week in iOS, and more. Jeff is easy to find on social media as @jgamet on Twitter and Instagram, jeffgamet on LinkedIn., @jgamet@mastodon.social on Mastodon, and on his YouTube Channel at YouTube.com/jgamet. David Ginsburg is the host of the weekly podcast In Touch With iOS where he discusses all things iOS, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, and related technologies. He is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users. Visit his YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65 and on Mastodon at @daveg65@mastodon.cloud. Dr. Marty Jencius has been an Associate Professor of Counseling at Kent State University since 2000. He has over 120 publications in books, chapters, journal articles, and others, along with 200 podcasts related to counseling, counselor education, and faculty life. His technology interest led him to develop the counseling profession 'firsts,' including listservs, a web-based peer-reviewed journal, The Journal of Technology in Counseling, teaching and conferencing in virtual worlds as the founder of Counselor Education in Second Life, and podcast founder/producer of CounselorAudioSource.net and ThePodTalk.net. Currently, he produces a podcast about counseling and life questions, the Circular Firing Squad, and digital video interviews with legacies capturing the history of the counseling field. This is also co-host of The Vision ProFiles podcast. Generally, Marty is chasing the newest tech trends, which explains his interest in A.I. for teaching, research, and productivity. Marty is an active presenter and past president of the NorthEast Ohio Apple Corp (NEOAC). Jim Rea built his own computer from scratch in 1975, started programming in 1977, and has been an independent Mac developer continuously since 1984. 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Decluttering will never be “done.” And that's not a failure — it's reality.In this final episode of my decluttering series, I show you how to stop treating decluttering like a dramatic life overhaul and start treating it like what it actually is: a normal part of managing a real home for real people.In this video we talk about:   Why minimalism is not the goal for families   Why decluttering will always be ongoing   How to build a simple 10-minute habit   How accountability creates momentum   Why small progress beats big overhauls   How to stop attaching guilt to clutter   How to become calm and confident about managing stuffYour home is not a dollhouse.Your stuff is not the enemy.And you are not failing because things get messy.You are a home manager. And this is part of the job.If clutter overwhelms you, I invite you to join:The February Declutter Challenge inside Convivial Circle20 sessions × 10 minutes × real progressLearn more at convivialcircle.comThis video is part of my decluttering series for Christian homemakers who want peaceful, functional homes without chasing minimalist ideals.Christian homemaking takes deliberate practice, not perfect systems. Every week on Simply Convivial, I share practical mindset shifts and small, steady habits that help you build a home anchored in truth and run with cheerful consistency. If you want less overwhelm, stronger routines, and a more faithful way to manage your day, you're in the right place. Grab a basket of laundry, press play, and let's grow in cheerful productivity together.

We have a LIVE SHOW coming up! Live and livestreamed at Dynasty Typewriter on February 9th! https://www.dynastytypewriter.com/calendar-squad-upKris Jenner, Tina Knowles, literally all the parents from Dance Moms. What do they have in common? These stage parents have propelled their kids to greatness in the entertainment industry. Now we couldn't get those iconic momagers, but this week on the pod we sat down with 5 equally famous and impactful stage parents to talk about their lives and families. Arguably the most hardworking people in show biz, these parents walked us through the hardships and joys of this life and how they discovered their kids' talents. So tune in, and honey?! Honey?! Smile!Our guest this week who made us fully gas leak he is so hilarious is Ryan Gaul. Find him on your favorite TV shows and on Instagram @rygaul!This episode was filmed in the beautiful Dynasty Typewriter Theater, and tech-produced by Samuel Curtis. For live shows and events you can find more about them at dynastytypewriter.com.To learn more about the BTS of this episode and to find a world of challenges, games, inside scoop, and the Artists being themselves, subscribe to our Patreon! You won't be disappointed with what you find. Check out patreon.com/aoaoaoapod Artists on Artists on Artists on Artists is an improvised Hollywood roundtable podcast by Kylie Brakeman, Jeremy Culhane, Angela Giarratana, and Patrick McDonald. Produced by Laservision Productions. Music by Gabriel Ponton. Edited by Conner McCabe. Thumbnail art by Josh Fleury. Hollywood's talking. Make sure you're listening. Subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Youtube! Please rate us five stars!

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This week we are diving deep into the world of cosmetic dentistry and oral health with the most in-demand aesthetic dentist on the planet, Dr. Michael Apa. Listen in as Dr. Apa gives us a masterclass on how-to seriously level-up and love the appearance of your teeth – even if you're on a budget.You'll hear about:Veneers 101: Pros, cons, costs and what to ask during your very first consultation.Invisalign vs braces: Find out which one Dr. Apa would choose – and why.Red flags: Dr. Apa shares his “no-go” zones for Botox and how lip fillers and other cosmetic enhancements can impact cosmetic dentistry.“Ozempic teeth”: The impact that rapid weight loss can have on your face, and why you should wait to hit your "goal weight" before investing in a smile makeover.The never list: The three habits Dr. Apa personally avoids as a leading cosmetic dentist.Girl math: If veneers aren't in the budget, Dr. Apa reveals the two non-invasive treatments that offer the biggest “glow-up” for your smileFor any products or links mentioned in this episode, check out our website: https://breakingbeautypodcast.com/episode-recaps/ PROMO CODES: When you support our sponsors, you support the creation of Breaking Beauty Podcast! QuinceRefresh your wardrobe with Quince. Don't wait. Go to Quince.com/BREAKINGBEAUTY for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too. One SkinOneSkin's OS-01 Peptide™ is proven to target the visible signs of aging, helping you unlock your healthiest skin now and as you age. For a limited time, get 15% off OneSkin with the code BREAKINGBEAUTY at https://www.oneskin.co/BREAKINGBEAUTY #oneskinpod. Get social with us and let us know what you think of the episode! Find us on Instagram, Tiktok,X, Threads. Join our private Facebook group. Or give us a call and leave us a voicemail at 1-844-227-0302. Sign up for our Substack here. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel to watch our episodes! Related episodes like this: TikTok-Viral Purple Toothpaste, The Best Electric Toothbrush to Invest In and Teeth Whitening Tips With Oral Care Expert Dr. Laurence WalshThe Biggest Celebrity Transformations Decoded: A Deep Dive with Dana Omari-Harrell @IGFamousByDanaBoob Jobs The Ultimate Guide With ‘Natural Aesthetic' Cosmetic Surgeon Dr. Lara Devgan*Disclaimer: Unless otherwise stated, all products reviewed are gratis media samples submitted for editorial consideration.* Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill Dunn Theme song, used with permission: Cherry Bomb by Saya
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Hello to you listening in Corning, New York!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Wednesdays on Whidbey and your host, Diane Wyzga.One of the first signs of recognition a new mother looks for in her infant is - a smile. Look! She's smiling at me! Yes! Baby sees you. Baby recognizes you.From earliest days we are cued to the smiles of other human beings. Remember what we missed in the COVID time with masks masking our smiles? Sure, we crinkled our eyes to signal a smile but it wasn't the same as receiving a smile from another human. Sometimes the tone of our voice was a good substitute. The “music of the spoken word” stood in for our smile. We did the best we could with what we had.  Like a smile, the "music of the spoken word" brings written text to life with inflection, pause, tone, emphasis, and  cadence. Reading text alone is quick, cheap, and easy but the human voice lends expression and emotional meaning.I create each 60 Seconds episode with you in mind to offer a measure of hope, delight and imagination, as well as thoughts to ponder, stories to share, a practical tip to lighten and brighten your day. Thank you for taking the time to listen to my podcast episodes. My voice is me smiling at you.  You're always welcome: "Come for the stories - Stay for the magic!" Speaking of magic, I hope you'll subscribe, share a 5-star rating and nice review on your social media or podcast channel of choice, bring your friends and rellies, and join us! You will have wonderful company as we continue to walk our lives together. Be sure to stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website, check out the Communication Services, email me to arrange a no-obligation Discovery Call, and stay current with me as "Wyzga on Words" on Substack.Stories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer's Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicALL content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.  If you found this podcast episode helpful, please consider sharing and attributing it to Diane Wyzga of Stories From Women Who Walk podcast with a link back to the original source.

Our CES  highlights wrap with some standout demos, including earbuds that dramatically isolate speech from loud background noise and, a tiny NFC-powered, app-configurable two-button accessory for triggering shortcuts. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jeff Gamet, Norbert Frassa, Marty Jencius, and Jim Rea also examine Apple's new Creator Studio bundle, what features may be paywalled, and how it stacks up against Adobe and Affinity. The discussion finishes up with the panel's thoughts on Apple Card's move to JPMorgan Chase.  MacVoices is supported by Squarespace. Check out https://www.squarespace.com/MACVOICES to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using offer code MACVOICES. MacVoices is supported by Hello Fresh. Go to HelloFresh.com/macvoice10fm to gett 10 free meals + a FREE ZwillingKnife (a $144.99 value) on your third box. Offer valid while supplies last. Free meals applied as discount on first box, new subscribers only, varies by plan.  Show Notes: Chapters: 00:10 VoiceBuds demo and extreme noise cancellation03:38 Solver accessory and programmable buttons08:17 Other show highlights and practical innovations12:05 CES interview coverage preview16:21 Apple Creator Studio bundle overview17:49 Competition with Adobe and Affinity30:17 Apple services momentum and strategy33:31 Apple Card transition to JPMorgan Chase Links: Subtle Computing Voicebudshttps://www.subtle.co Solver AIhttps://solvertouch.com Apple introduces Apple Creator Studio, an inspiring collection of the most powerful creative appshttps://www.apple.com/newsroom/2026/01/introducing-apple-creator-studio-an-inspiring-collection-of-creative-apps/ Apple Card Will Move From Goldman Sachs to JPMorgan Chasehttps://www.macrumors.com/2026/01/07/jpmorgan-chase-apple-card-takeover/ Guests: Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him on Twitter, by email at embolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast. Brian Flanigan-Arthurs is an educator with a passion for providing results-driven, innovative learning strategies for all students, but particularly those who are at-risk. He is also a tech enthusiast who has a particular affinity for Apple since he first used the Apple IIGS as a student. You can contact Brian on twitter as @brian8944. He also recently opened a Mastodon account at @brian8944@mastodon.cloud. Norbert Frassa is a technology “man about town”. Follow him on Twitter and see what he's up to. Jeff Gamet is a technology blogger, podcaster, author, and public speaker. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's Managing Editor, and the TextExpander Evangelist for Smile. He has presented at Macworld Expo, RSA Conference, several WordCamp events, along with many other conferences. You can find him on several podcasts such as The Mac Show, The Big Show, MacVoices, Mac OS Ken, This Week in iOS, and more. Jeff is easy to find on social media as @jgamet on Twitter and Instagram, jeffgamet on LinkedIn., @jgamet@mastodon.social on Mastodon, and on his YouTube Channel at YouTube.com/jgamet. David Ginsburg is the host of the weekly podcast In Touch With iOS where he discusses all things iOS, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, and related technologies. He is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users. Visit his YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65 and on Mastodon at @daveg65@mastodon.cloud. Dr. Marty Jencius has been an Associate Professor of Counseling at Kent State University since 2000. He has over 120 publications in books, chapters, journal articles, and others, along with 200 podcasts related to counseling, counselor education, and faculty life. His technology interest led him to develop the counseling profession ‘firsts,' including listservs, a web-based peer-reviewed journal, The Journal of Technology in Counseling, teaching and conferencing in virtual worlds as the founder of Counselor Education in Second Life, and podcast founder/producer of CounselorAudioSource.net and ThePodTalk.net. Currently, he produces a podcast about counseling and life questions, the Circular Firing Squad, and digital video interviews with legacies capturing the history of the counseling field. This is also co-host of The Vision ProFiles podcast. Generally, Marty is chasing the newest tech trends, which explains his interest in A.I. for teaching, research, and productivity. Marty is an active presenter and past president of the NorthEast Ohio Apple Corp (NEOAC). Jim Rea built his own computer from scratch in 1975, started programming in 1977, and has been an independent Mac developer continuously since 1984. He is the founder of ProVUE Development, and the author of Panorama X, ProVUE's ultra fast RAM based database software for the macOS platform. He's been a speaker at MacTech, MacWorld Expo and other industry conferences. Follow Jim at provue.com and via @provuejim@techhub.social on Mastodon. Support:      Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon     http://patreon.com/macvoices      Enjoy this episode? 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Learn my simple decluttering method that works with real family life! Enroll in Convivial Circle: convivialcircle.comThis video provides valuable decluttering motivation and practical declutter tips for managing your home. I'll show you how to declutter effectively with a "Bite-sized action" approach and introduce the "February 2026 Declutter Challenge" to help you with decluttering and organizing. This method makes it easy to declutter home without feeling overwhelmed, even with a quick 5 minute declutter.Why decluttering feels discouraging even when you're “doing it right”How to stop treating decluttering like a finish line and start treating it like maintenanceWhat to focus on first so decluttering actually reduces mental loadHow to make peace with ongoing decisions instead of restarting from scratch every yearChristian homemaking takes deliberate practice, not perfect systems. Every week on Simply Convivial, I share practical mindset shifts and small, steady habits that help you build a home anchored in truth and run with cheerful consistency. If you want less overwhelm, stronger routines, and a more faithful way to manage your day, you're in the right place. Grab a basket of laundry, press play, and let's grow in cheerful productivity together.

Welcome to the finale of our mini-series. We started frozen in the ice, we flowed with the river, we expanded into the field, and we climbed the mountain. Now, we stand at the top.Today isn't about doing; it is about seeing. The air up here is different—thinner, purer, and silent—and you have left the noise of the world far below.In this final session, we practice "Victory Breathing"—the sigh of relief after a long journey. We visualize the path we have traveled, looking down to see that the problems which felt like giants below now look like ants from up here. This is the gift of the summit: Perspective.In this episode, you will learn:Victory Breathing: How to stop fighting for your breath and simply receive it.The 360-Degree Visualization: Seeing your worries as "dust in the distance".The Anchor: How to carry the peace of the mountain back down to the real world.Summit Affirmations: Repeat these when you need to remember your strength:"I have arrived.""I see my life clearly.""I am above the noise.""I carry this peace back down with me.""I am proud of who I am becoming."Martin's 3 Caring Tips for a Happier Life: The true master is the one who can carry the peace of the mountain back down into the marketplace. Here is how to do it:Celebrate the Micro-Wins: We often wait for the big moment to celebrate, but you climbed this mountain one step at a time. Today, celebrate a tiny win—getting out of bed, drinking water, or showing kindness.The 10,000-Foot View: Next time you feel overwhelmed, close your eyes and imagine zooming out to 10,000 feet. Ask yourself: "Will this matter in five years?". Distance creates clarity.The Souvenir: You can't stay on the mountain, but you can bring a stone back with you. Find a physical object today—a smooth stone or small trinket—and keep it in your pocket as an anchor to remind you of this calm.Thank you for taking this journey from the ice to the summit. If this series helped you find clarity, please leave a review and let me know which part resonated with you the most.Smile often, be kind, and enjoy the view.

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Welcome to Part 4 of our 5-part mini-series, "The Ascent."It is easy to find peace when the ground is flat and the sun is shining, but life isn't always a meadow—sometimes it is a mountain. In today's session, we leave the comfort of the Open Field to face the incline, not to conquer the mountain, but to discover the strength that has been hiding in your heart all along.This guided meditation is designed to help you build resilience and navigate the "boulders" in your path—whether they are worries, fears, or difficult people. We will practice "Altitude Breathing" to oxygenate your courage and visualize a climb that shifts your perspective from the problem to the progress you have made.In this episode, we will cover:Altitude Breathing: A breathwork technique to calm panic when the path gets steep.The Boulder Visualization: Learning to navigate around obstacles rather than fighting them.The Plateau: Recognizing how far you have come.Peak Affirmations: Use these affirmations when you feel the weight of the climb:"I am stronger than the obstacles in my way." "I take life one step at a time." "I trust my ability to figure things out." "I do not fear the climb; I embrace the growth." "I am rising." Martin's 3 Caring Tips for a Happier Life: Inspired by the climber's mindset, here is how to bring this resilience into your daily routine:Lighten Your Pack: A climber never carries what they don't need. Identify one "mental weight" you are carrying—a grudge, a worry about next week, or guilt from yesterday. Visualize taking it out of your backpack and leaving it on the side of the trail.The "Look Back" Rule: We are often so focused on the summit that we forget to appreciate the altitude we've already gained. If you feel stuck, stop and write down three things you have achieved in the last year.Choose Your Route: If you hit a roadblock, don't bang your head against it. Be like water and go around. Ask yourself, "What is the other way to solve this?" There is always another path up the mountain.Ready to go deeper? Access The Anxiety Circuit Breaker early here:https://calminganxietypodcast.systeme.io/letter(Use code RELAX for a launch discount)Coming Up Next: In the final episode (Part 5), we will reach The Summit to see the world from a brand new perspective.Connect with the Show: If this climb helped you find your strength, please subscribe so you don't miss the finale. Smile often, think positive thoughts, and in everything... be kind.

When anxiety hits, our world often feels like it's shrinking. We feel trapped, cornered, and constricted. Today, we push back the walls.Welcome to Part 3 of the "From Frozen to Free" mini-series. We have left the ice and flowed through the water. Now, we step onto dry land to find something we all desperately need: Space.In this 11-minute guided meditation, we use "Horizon Breathing" and expansive visualization to signal to your brain that you are safe, free, and open to new possibilities.In this session, you will:

Do you feel "frozen" in anxiety or stuck in a mental rut? Today, we don't try to break the ice—we simply warm it.In Part 2 of our "From Frozen to Free" mini-series, we move from acknowledging your tension to actively melting it. This 11-minute guided meditation uses somatic visualization and warmth therapy to signal to your nervous system that it is safe to let go.In this session, you will: