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Dr. George Kalchev holds a PhD in Economics from Southern Methodist University. He has close to 16 years of global academic experience. His teaching includes a variety of courses in Economics, from Principles to Public Finance. He has published applied research in corporate governance, corporate insurance, shareholder litigation. His most recent line of research is on marijuana legalization and road safety. He empirically studied correlation between legal marijuana sales and fatal car crashes in Michigan, Colorado and California.

Consistency pays and it should be a basic discipline. Let's talk about process and the plan. Deals and congressional actions are front and center. And our guest – Ed Easterling of Crestmont Research. NEW! DOWNLOAD THIS EPISODE'S AI GENERATED SHOW NOTES (Guest Segment) Ed Easterling is the founder and President of Crestmont Holdings, an Oregon-based investment management and research firm that publishes provocative research on the financial markets at www.CrestmontResearch.com. He has over thirty years of alternative investment experience, including financial markets, private equity, and business operations. Mr. Easterling is the author of recently-released Probable Outcomes: Secular Stock Market Insights and Unexpected Returns: Understanding Secular Stock Market Cycles (Cypress House; 2005). In addition, he is contributing author to Just One Thing (John Wiley & Sons; 2005) and co-author of chapters in Bull‘s Eye Investing by John Mauldin. Mr. Easterling is a Senior Fellow and a Board Member at the Alternative Asset Management Center at SMU‘s Cox School of Business in Dallas, and previously served as a member of the adjunct faculty teaching the course on alternative investments and hedge funds for MBA students. Mr. Easterling holds a BBA in business, a BA in psychology, and an MBA from Southern Methodist University. Check this out and find out more at: http://www.interactivebrokers.com/ Follow @andrewhorowitz  Stocks mentioned in this episode: (AAPL), (HALO), (OKLO), (SMR)

R. Gerald Turner, President, Southern Methodist University

Send us a textLongtime-listening playwright Brad McEntire streamed into the Spotlight to discuss his experience and approach to the craft. We discuss the exercises and lessons from studying under Will Power at Southern Methodist University and the Dallas Theatre Center, playing with the rhythm of dialogue, what beginning playwrights don't do or practice, and whether or not you can achieve impossible stage directions with a small budget. We also delve into his background as a literary manager, his process of one-person shows and the difference between solo performances and personal stories, the one-person structure as well as playing with different structures, tackling solo long-form improv, staging your own one-person show and finding opportunities for them. We wrap things up with the flaws of rewriting on stage and his podcasts - The Cultivated Playwright and Brad McEntire Plays and - and the difficulty of monetization. Brad's energy is contagious and his insight is valuable. Enjoy!Brad McEntire is a playwright, solo performer, and stage director. He is the author of more than a dozen plays, including Que Sera Giant Monster, I Brought Home a Chupacabra, Dinosaur and Robot Stop a Train, Raspberry Fizz, Langdon the Seasonal Barista, I Have Angered a Great God and The Yeti in the Airport Lounge among others. He is a satellite member of The Playwrights' Center and studied playwriting with Will Power as part of the Dallas Playwrights Workshop at Southern Methodist University. He has toured his original one-person shows Cyrano A-Go-Go, Chop, Robert's Eternal Goldfish and The Beast of Hyperborea performing in venues and festivals all over North America. Since 2008 he has served as artistic director of the small-batch theatre company Audacity Theatre Lab, and in 2015, McEntire served as the first theatre-artist-in-residence at the Kathy George Indie Artist Residency in Ashford, Oregon. He holds a B.F.A. from the College of Santa Fe and a M.A. from Texas Woman's University. He has a YouTube channel where he talks about theatre, including playwriting and solo performance.To watch the video format of this interview, visit - https://youtu.be/m1U8hBL9S50Links to sites and resources mentioned in this episode - Playwrights' Center - https://pwcenter.orgJerome Fellowship - https://pwcenter.org/programs/jerome-fellowships/McKnight Fellowship - https://pwcenter.org/programs/mcknight-fellowship-in-playwriting/Dallas Theater Center - https://dallastheatercenter.orgUndermain Theatre - https://www.undermain.org/New York City Fringe - https://frigid.nyc/new-york-city-fringe/Edinburgh Fringe - https://www.edfringe.comMinnesota Fringe - https://minnesotafringe.orgHollywood Fringe - https://www.hollywoodfringe.org/Elgin Fringe Festival - https://www.elginfringefestival.comWebsite and socials for Brad McEntire -www.bradmcentireplays.comFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/BradMcEntireIG - @dribblefunkAmazon - https://www.amazon.com/stores/Brad-McEntire/author/B00IX2B7P4?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=trueSupport the show

Beau Turner is the Owner of Abundant Mines, a US-based company that provides turnkey, sustainably powered Bitcoin mining services for investors seeking passive income and tax-advantaged strategies. With a background in engineering management from Southern Methodist University and nearly a decade in real estate investment, Beau transitioned into cryptocurrency in 2015 after firsthand experiences with both the risks and rewards of early mining ventures. Beau's mission is to promote financial sovereignty and human flourishing by helping others build generational wealth through Bitcoin while avoiding the pitfalls of unsustainable or misleading crypto schemes. In this episode… Bitcoin mining often sparks headlines about energy consumption, environmental impact, and complex technology. But what if this misunderstood process could actually be the key to unlocking more efficient, sustainable energy systems? Can Bitcoin mining serve as both a wealth-building tool and a revolutionary energy investment? According to Beau Turner, a passionate entrepreneur and crypto mining expert, Bitcoin mining isn't just about generating cryptocurrency — it's about harnessing and redistributing energy in smarter ways. He highlights how mining operations act like flexible energy consumers, capable of reducing demand during peak periods and stabilizing grids. This dual role turns mining into a powerful bridge between renewable energy sources and financial returns. By leveraging hydropower in the Pacific Northwest, Beau explains how mining can lower regional energy costs, offset grid strain, and create passive income for investors seeking both sustainability and profitability. In this episode of The Same Day Podcast, Yoni Schmidt speaks with Beau Turner, Owner of Abundant Mines, to discuss why Bitcoin mining is the ultimate energy investment. Beau explains how mining transforms wasted energy into financial opportunity, outlines its unique tax advantages for investors, and shares why now is the “Goldilocks” period for mining returns. Beau also gives advice for first-time investors looking to enter the Bitcoin mining space.

Silas Farley walked away from his performing career while he was arguably at the top of his game. In this thoughtful and deeply personal conversation, Farley—former New York City Ballet dancer and current choreographer, educator, and leader—reflects on his journey through the ballet world. He shares how his cultural background shaped his experience, the pressures of representation, and what ultimately led him to step away from the stage at a young age. Silas opens up about the emotional challenges of transition, the role of faith and mentorship, and why he's committed to building a more inclusive and emotionally intelligent future for ballet. We also explore how training can evolve without losing its rigor, and what he'd say to a young boy considering dance today. This is a must-listen for anyone questioning what it means to succeed in ballet—and how to define that for yourself. Learn more about Silas Farley and his curent role as Armstrong Artist in Residence, Meadows School of the Arts at Southern Methodist University. More Links: Support Ballet Help Desk Summer Intensive Essentials Guide Buy Summer Corrections Journals Instagram: @BalletHelpDesk Facebook: BalletHelpDesk Ballet Help Desk Music from #Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/ian-aisling/new-future License code: MGAW5PAHYEYDQZCI

#279 - She was young, bright, and full of promise. Angela Samota was a 20-year-old college student at Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas. She had a tight-knit circle of friends, a good boyfriend, and a future that seemed limitless. But on one October night in 1984, everything changed. After a night out with friends, Angela returned to her apartment, and by morning, she was gone. Brutally raped and murdered, stabbed multiple times in what appeared to be a crime of unthinkable violence. But the case quickly went cold. For decades, there were no arrests, no answers, just silence and a haunting sense that justice might never come. But Angela had one friend who refused to let her be forgotten. And years later, armed with nothing but determination and a relentless need for the truth, that friend would help crack a case that sat frozen in time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we bring you a panel discussion with two practiced negotiators. In January, the CT Collaborative and MiddCORE each planned to bring an expert in to help build student skills - and so we decided to put our two visitors in conversation with one another. Morgan Gaskin Thomas is Managing Director and Americas Lead for Accenture's Resolution Excellence Center. She has previously served as an adjunct professor at South Texas College of Law.  She has her undergraduate degree in philosophy from Southern Methodist University and her JD from Cornell. Sarah Federman is associate professor of conflict resolution at the University of San Diego and author of the book Transformative Negotiation. She spent a decade as an international executive before changing careers to focus on corporate accountability, mass violence, and peacebuilding. Learn more about MiddCORE and about our experts at the links below. https://www.middlebury.edu/middcore  https://www.linkedin.com/in/morgan-gaskin-thomas/  https://sarahfederman.com/ 

Silas Farley, former New York City Ballet dancer and current Dean of the Colburn School's Trudl Zipper Dance Institute, explores the profound connections between classical ballet, Christian worship, and embodied spirituality. From his early exposure to liturgical dance in a charismatic Lutheran church to his career as a professional dancer and choreographer, Farley illuminates how the physicality of ballet can express deep spiritual truths and serve as an act of worship.Episode Highlights from Silas Farley“The physicality of ballet is cruciform. The dancer stands in a turned-out position... the body becomes the intersection of the vertical and the horizontal plane.”“Sin makes the soul curve in on itself, whereas holiness or wholeness in God opens us up.”“We are Christian humanists. We don't need to be intimidated by beauty.”“There's knowledge and insight in all the different parts of our bodies, not just in our brain.”“The mystery of the incarnation is that when the creator of all things wanted to make himself known to his creation, he didn't come as a vapor or as a mountain or as a bird. But he came as a man.”Resources for Ballet EngagementLocal community ballet companies/schools“B is for Ballet” (ABT children's book)“My Daddy Can Fly” (ABT)Celestial Bodies, by Laura JacobsApollo's Angels, by Jennifer HomansSilas Farley's Podcast: Hear the Dance (NYC Ballet)The Nutcracker (NYC Ballet/Balanchine)Jewels (1967, Balanchine)Agon (Balanchine/Stravinsky)About Silas FarleySilas Farley is a professional ballet dancer and choreographer. Dean of the Trudl Zipper Dance Institute at the Colburn School in Los Angeles, Silas is a former New York City Ballet dancer, choreographer, and educator. He also currently serves as Armstrong Artist in Residence in Ballet in the Meadows School of the Arts at Southern Methodist University.His work includes choreography for the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Houston Ballet, and the New York City Ballet. He hosts the Hear the Dance podcast and creates works that integrate classical ballet with spiritual themes.Silas also serves on the board of The George Balanchine Foundation.Show NotesSilas Farley's Early Dance Background & FormationSilas Farley: Originally from Charlotte, North Carolina; youngest of 7 children (4 brothers, 2 sisters); multiracial family (white father, Black mother)First exposure through charismatic Lutheran church's liturgical dance ministrySaw formal ballet at age 6 when Christian ballet company Ballet Magnifica performedDance initially experienced as form of worship before performanceLiturgical vs Classical BalletLiturgical dance:Amplifies worshipFunctions as embodied prayerNot primarily performativeHistorical examples: David with Ark of Covenant, Miriam after Red Sea crossingClassical ballet:Performed on proscenium stageRequires specific trainingFocuses on virtuosic movementsExplicitly performativeBoth forms serve as offerings/vessels for transmitting energy to audienceTechnical Elements of Ballet: Turnout, Spiritual Turnout, and Opening UpFoundational concept of “turnout”—rotation of feet/hips outward“That idea of turnout makes the body more expressive in a way. Because if our toes are straightforward, like the way we're designed, you only see a certain amount of the leg. Whereas if the body stands turned out, you see the whole inside of the musculature of the leg. It's a more complete revelation of the body.”Creates more complete revelation of body's musculaturePhysicality conveys “spiritual turnout” - openness/receptiveness“Spiritual turnout: that you are open   and receptive and generous. And that's embodied in the physicality of ballet.”“So much of what developed as ballet as we know, it happened at the court of Louis the XIV in the  1660-1670s.”“It's not artificial, it's actually supernatural.”Physical & Spiritual Connections in Ballet“Our walk  with God is that he's  defining us so that we are becoming open. We're open to him. We're open to receive his love. We're open to be vessels of his love. We're open to receiving and exchanging love with  other people.”Freedom within the constraints movements and positionsSwan Lake: “They're so free. They're almost like birds. But that's come through a lifestyle of discipline.”“You get a hyper awareness of your own body.”Develops hyper-awareness of bodyLinks to incarnational theology—Christ as God-manFreedom through discipline and submissionMovement vocabulary builds from simple elements (plié, tendu)Plie: Mama and Dada“As a dancer grows up in ballet, the dancer then develops  this enormous vocabulary of movement  that are all reducible back to the microcosm of the plié and the tendu.”Creates infinite lines suggesting eternityCombines circular power with eternal linesTheological Dimensions of BalletSilas's choreographed interpretation of C.S. Lewis's The Four Loves, as a balletBallet and the Art of Choreography“The music and choreography were like brothers.”“Songs from the Spirit”“The music becomes my map.”Choreographing in silenceThe Role of the Audience and Their ExperienceIdeas to dialogue withA set of ideas to gather together and embodyArvo Part, The Genealogy of Jesus in Luke 3Uniting my heart with JesusI'm never didactic about it.An embodied musical experience“If I  say ‘family, friendship, romance, divine love,' you all instantly have associations, beauty, pain, trauma, consolation that are associated with those four loves.”“ I'm not writing a sermon about any of these ideas. I'm choreographing a ballet. I'm assembling these classical steps with this music to create a visceral, embodied musical experience.”The audience: “They come to it with their experiences, their own eyes and ears and their own bodies. And that's enough.”Arvo Part: “Music is white light, and the prism is the soul of the listener.”“The musical ideas are refracted through the hearer.”“The audience is always in my heart and mind.”“I always think of the artwork as an act of hospitality.  … I'm just setting the table.”What's Unique about Ballet as a Physical ArtformBeautiful interconnectednessAsking the body to reach to its limits“The Infinite Line” in BalletRadiating out into multiple eternal lines at the same timeConstant reaching in many directions at onceCruciform positioning: intersection of vertical and horizontal planes“The body becomes radiant”Use of “épaulement”—spiraling of body around spine's axisReveals pulse points (neck, wrists) creating vulnerable energy exchange with audienceOpening up the life force of the dancerNo separation between dancer and instrument (“I am the work of art”)Cruciform physicalityContemporary Cultural ContextModern culture increasingly disembodied due to screens/digital media“We live in an increasingly disembodied culture, we are absorbed with screens two dimensional, uh, highly edited and curated,  mediated self presentation   as opposed to like visceral nitty gritty blood, sweat, tears, good, bad, and ugly of life itself. So we get insulated from the step that makes life what it is.”Education often treats people as “brains on sticks”“The Christian life is a lifestyle of in embodied discipleship to the God man, Jesus  Christ. And he's not a brain on a stick. He's the God man. He has a jawbone and he went through puberty and he has wounds like the beautiful hymn. It says, rich wounds, yet visible and beauty glorified. The mystery of the incarnation is that when the creator of all things wanted to make  himself known to his creation, he didn't come as a  vapor or as a mountain or as a bird, but he came as a man. And so he sublimates and affirms the glory of his creation, the materiality of his creation and the body as the crown of his creation by coming as a man.”Church needs more embodied practicesBallet offers counterpoint to disembodied tendenciesImportance of physical discipline in spiritual formationRomans 12:1 and making our bodies as living sacrificesHow to Experience Ballet“There's nothing you need to know before going to experience ballet.  You have a body, you have eyes, you have ears. That's all you need. Just let it wash over you.Let it work on you in its own kind of visceral way, and let that be an entry point  to not be intimidated by the, the music,  or the wordlessness or the tutu's or the point shoes or whatever.There's so many different stylistic manifestations of ballet. But just go experience it.And if you can, I would really encourage people almost as much or more than  watching it go see if like your local YMCA or  something has an adult ballet class, or if you're a kid, maybe ask your parents to sign you up to go try a class and just feel what that turned-out physicality feels like in your own body.It's so beautiful. It's very empowering.”Production NotesThis podcast featured Silas Farley and Macie BridgeEdited and Produced by Evan RosaHosted by Evan RosaProduction Assistance by Macie Bridge, Alexa Rollow, Zoë Halaban, Kacie Barrett & Emily BrookfieldA Production of the Yale Center for Faith & Culture at Yale Divinity School https://faith.yale.edu/aboutSupport For the Life of the World podcast by giving to the Yale Center for Faith & Culture: https://faith.yale.edu/give

This is the final episode in a three-part series marking the Fall of Saigon on April 30, 1975. America's humiliating defeat in Vietnam, punctuated by images of military helicopters evacuating desperate personnel from the embassy rooftop in Saigon, left deep scars on the country's psyche. It took decades to come to terms with everything that went wrong, although some insisted the U.S. should not have abandoned the South Vietnamese in their hour of need in April 1975. In this episode, historians Jeremi Suri and Jeffrey Engel delve into the enduring consequences of the U.S. debacle in Southeast Asia. Jeremi Suri teaches history at the LBJ School of Public Affairs at the University of Texas at Austin. He hosts "This is Democracy" podcast and writes, with his son, the "Democracy of Hope" newsletter on Substack. Jeffrey A. Engel is the founding director of the Center for Presidential History at Southern Methodist University.

The Bush Center held its eighth annual Forum on Leadership, a landmark event that develops, recognizes, and celebrates leadership by bringing together notable voices for in-depth discussions on today's pressing issues.Dr. Ben Sasse, former U.S. Senator from Nebraska and former President of the University of Florida; Dr. R. Gerald Turner, President of Southern Methodist University, and Dr. Melva Wallace, President and CEO of Huston-Tillotson University, discussed the role of higher education within American democracy. Moderated by Robin Berkley, the Ann Kimball Johnson Director of Education at the Bush Institute, the conversation focused on how colleges and universities are vital to preparing young adults to contribute to society. Related: 2025 Forum on Leadership Higher Education and Democracy Panel Discussion

Terry Lord is a retired U.S. Attorney and seasoned criminal justice reform advocate. A Vietnam War veteran, he earned his undergraduate degree in History from Southern Methodist University and his law degree from the University of Texas School of Law. As a commissioned Second Lieutenant in the U.S. Army, he served three years in the Infantry Officer Candidate School at Fort Benning, Georgia. He served as the Resident Legal Advisor in Romania, was the Chief of the Child Exploitation and Obscenity Section, and served as a federal prosecutor in Chicago, Illinois; Los Angeles, California; and Las Vegas, Nevada. Terry lives in Houston, Texas.

Entrepreneur and business owner, Carol Frank, came to the Hoffman Process for one clear reason: she wanted to find a life partner. In her early fifties and never married, Carol had just ended a year-long relationship. The beautiful thing was that Carol was ready. She knew that if she wanted a lasting partnership, she had to make a change. Carol shared this with a friend who happened to be a Hoffman graduate. Although this friend had mentioned Hoffman prior, it wasn't until this moment that Carol said, Yes, to the lasting change that would happen for her at the Hoffman Process. Within a week of this conversation, Carol had signed up. Within two weeks, she was in the classroom at White Sulphur Springs. This was in 2011. One year later, Carol ran into someone she had dated prior. This time, though, was different. They decided to have another date. After a bit, he said to her, "You are different. What's changed?" It was her week at the Hoffman Process. In the years since, Carol and her partner married, and he attended the Hoffman Process. Carol's transformation, during her Process and in the months and years after, has been profound. She healed deep family patterns. Carol came to understand why her parents were the way they were and found peace and forgiveness for them. She shares some beautiful moments with her mother directly following her Process. Carol's mother died just a short time later. These moments were a precious gift. Hoffman's tagline is, "When you're serious about change." And we mean it. People must truly be ready for the deep change that can happen in their lives. Carol was ready, and life was ready and waiting for her on the other side of her transformative week. We hope you enjoy this heart-warming conversation with Carol and Drew. More about Carol Frank: Carol is passionate about business, animals, and the intersection of the two. After starting her career as a CPA, she founded and operated three pet companies– a retail pet store, a wholesale distribution company, and a pet product manufacturing company.  Carol then leveraged her experience in both finance and entrepreneurship to start BirdsEye Advisory Group. This M&A Advisory firm helps pet company founders and entrepreneurs when they are ready to sell their business. She has a BBA in accounting from The University of Texas at Austin and an MBA from Southern Methodist University.  Over the years, Carol has served in leadership roles within the pet industry. She's also served on the board of over a dozen nonprofit and business organizations, including the Dallas Zoo, the Denver Zoo Leadership Council, and Greenwood Wildlife Rehabilitation. Carol is a Trustee for The University of Colorado Foundation. She is also a member of the Colorado Chapter of the International Women's Forum. Her biggest passion is animals. Carol shares her life with her Eclectus parrot, Peri, and Daphne, a sweet, energetic Whoodle.  She loves skiing, biking, and birding. Follow Carol on LinkedIn. As mentioned in this episode: White Sulphur Springs: The Hoffman Institute's past retreat site was lost in the Glass fire, which started in the early morning hours of September 27, 2020. Hoffman Refresher Course Raz Ingrasci, Hoffman teacher and Coach Listen to Raz on The Hoffman Podcast: Husband, Father, Son Hoffman and the Enneagram with Raz and Ward Ashman Spiritual Lineage & the Hoffman Process with Raz and Marissa Ingrasci Hoffman Couples Retreat

In this episode of Leadership and Legacy, Jeffrey A. Engel, Director of the Center for Presidential History at Southern Methodist University, shares his personal experience with former President George H.W. Bush and the valuable lessons he learned about the presidency—an office for which no one can truly prepare. Engel identifies memory, energy, and empathy as the key traits of an effective leader, while emphasizing that voters should prioritize character and judgement over personality when evaluating presidential candidates. He also highlights the importance of a deep understanding of history for a successful presidency. Tune in to gain valuable insights on leadership, the presidency, the art of restraint, and the challenges of writing history about someone you know.Leadership and Legacy: Conversations at the George Washington Presidential Library is hosted by Washington Library Executive Director Dr. Lindsay Chervinsky. It is a production of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association and Primary Source Media. For more information about this program, go to www.GeorgeWashingtonPodcast.com.

In this episode of Leadership and Legacy, Jeffrey A. Engel, Director of the Center for Presidential History at Southern Methodist University, shares his personal experience with former President George H.W. Bush and the valuable lessons he learned about the presidency—an office for which no one can truly prepare. Engel identifies memory, energy, and empathy as the key traits of an effective leader, while emphasizing that voters should prioritize character and judgement over personality when evaluating presidential candidates. He also highlights the importance of a deep understanding of history for a successful presidency. Tune in to gain valuable insights on leadership, the presidency, the art of restraint, and the challenges of writing history about someone you know.Leadership and Legacy: Conversations at the George Washington Presidential Library is hosted by Washington Library Executive Director Dr. Lindsay Chervinsky. It is a production of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association and Primary Source Media. For more information about this program, go to www.GeorgeWashingtonPodcast.com.

Dr. Stephanie Al Otaiba joins READ to share her expertise in literacy interventions, the impact of social-emotional development on learning, and the future of reading education research. A leading researcher and professor at Southern Methodist University, Dr. Al Otaiba has led and collaborated on key studies on literacy and learning disabilities. In this episode, she discussesa framework for applying interventions in schools.the role of social-emotional learning and growth mindset in reading development.an integrated approach to dialogic reading for building language, emotional, and reading skills.how teachers ensure fidelity in applying instructional practices, including managing classroom behaviors and discourse.current gaps in reading science and her hopes for its future.This episode offers practical strategies for educators and emphasizes the importance of structured literacy, data-driven decision-making, and supporting teachers to improve literacy outcomes.Learn more about "The Science of Intensive Reading Interventions" at The Windward Institute's Robert J. Schwartz Memorial Lecture, featuring Dr. Jeanne Wanzek.The Windward Institute invites you to share your top bookmarks from this episode by connecting with us on Instagram @thewindwardinstitute, or Facebook.  Subscribe to READ's newsletter for access to monthly episodes: SubscribeUntil next time, READers! 

Marissa Watters is on the Podcast! Marissa is the Director of Student Success for Southern Methodist University and she shares her journey as an Athlete and as a Leader, along with some Best Practices on this episode of The Educational AD Podcast!

Everest Goldstein, M.Ed, MSN, PMHNP-BC, IFMCP, and Ashley Madsen, PA-C, HHC, join Integrative Practitioner Content Specialist Avery St. Onge to discuss sexual wellness from the biopsychosocial perspective in a live interview at the 2025 Integrative Healthcare Symposium. About the Experts Everest Goldstein is a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner certified in functional medicine. She was born and raised in Dallas, Texas and then obtained her B.A. in Psychology from Princeton University. Following Princeton, she worked for Teach for America as a bilingual elementary school teacher, administrator, and curriculum developer. During this time, she also received her Master of Education from Southern Methodist University in Dallas, TX. Realizing the great need for mental health services in this community, Everest decided to follow her passion and earned her Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner degree at Vanderbilt University. In order to better provide holistic care to her patients, Everest completed her functional medicine certification through the Institute for Functional Medicine. Ashley Madsen is a board-certified physician associate, speaker, and educator.  Ms. Madsen's passion lies in functional medicine and longevity science, receiving clinical training from Stanford University, the Institute for Functional Medicine, the Institute for Integrative Nutrition, and the American Board of Anti-Aging Medicine.  Over the span of her career she has worked with elite athletes, top business leaders, and tech innovators in their quest to optimize performance and change their health trajectory.  Ms. Madsen holds advanced training in hormone therapy, genomics, cellular medicine, peptide therapy, and IV hydration.  Her growing passion for preventing and reversing chronic inflammatory disease has influenced her treatment approach.  She is currently the Clinical Director of Wellness at Ethos Aesthetics & Wellness, and a Co-Founder of Athena Healthspan.

Matthew B. Myers, the Dean of the Cox School of Business at Southern Methodist University, joined KRLD's David Johnson in the CEO Spotlight.

After she lost her first-place title to male golfer Hailey Davidson at the 2024 NXXT Women's Championship, Lauren stood up for women's sports by pushing hard for fair regulations, working with NXXT Golf to help them adopt a new policy that ensures only biologically female players are eligible to compete, and she continues to push the LPGA to adopt the same standards.  11 Top 10 finishes on Annika-WAPT and NXXT Tour T-4 at the 2024 Inspirato Colorado Women's Open Qualified for 2022 U.S Women's Open All-American Athletic Conference All-Conference Team 2023 Earned undergraduate degree in Sport Administration from Mississippi State University at age 19 Earned master's degree in Sport Administration from Mississippi State University at age 21 Earned master's degree in Management from Southern Methodist University at age 22 While earning HER master's in Sport Administration, she took a PhD level Gender & Sport where she studied and analyzed the differences between men and women and how those advantages play out in sports. This knowledge paired with directly competing against a man in women's golf emboldened her to come forward and use her voice to fight for women, girls, truth, and fairness.FOLLOW: @laurenn_millerr_Substack: https://substack.com/@kelsisherenWatch on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3opNURn  - - - - - - - - - - - -SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS - - - - - - - - - - - -XX-XY Athletics - Code: KELSI20 - https://www.xx-xyathletics.com/?sca_ref=7336247.FtJS2YUK4OKetone IQ- 30% off with code KELSI - https://ketone.com/KELSIGood Livin- 20% off with code BRASS - https://www.itsgoodlivin.comBrass & Unity - 20% off with code UNITY - http://brassandunity.com - - - - - - - - - - - - -SHOPB&U Jewelry & Eyewear: https://brassandunity.com - - - - - - - - - - - - -Follow #thekelsisherenperspective- - - - - - - - - - - - -CHARITYHonour House - https://www.honourhouse.caHeroic Hearts - https://www.heroicheartsproject.orgAll Secure Foundation - http://allsecurefoundation.orgDefenders of Freedom -https://www.defendersoffreedom.usThe Boot Campaign - https://bootcampaign.org

Melbourne O'Banion is Bestow's CEO and co-founder, guiding the company's vision to modernize the life insurance industry. Melbourne is also a co-founder of BeautyBio and a founding member of Presidio Title, Texas's leading title insurance agency. He serves on the National Advisory Council for BYU's Marriott School of Management and Southern Methodist University's Tate Lecture Series board. Melbourne earned a degree in Finance and Ancient Near Eastern Studies from BYU and resides in Dallas, Texas, with his family. Highlights from the Show Founding Vision:   Bestow was founded with the goal of bringing modern technology to the life insurance sector, which has historically lagged behind other insurance types in terms of digitization. Market Evolution:   The rapid modernization of property and casualty insurance compared to life insurance, emphasizing the potential for growth in cross-selling and bundling products. Strategic Shifts:   The company initially focused on direct-to-consumer (DTC) sales but pivoted to enterprise solutions, recognizing a larger market opportunity in partnering with established carriers. Technology as an Enabler:   How technology is transforming the underwriting process, making it more efficient and allowing carriers to launch products faster. Role of Agents:   Contrary to fears of agents being replaced by technology, Melbourne believes that agents will continue to play a crucial role, especially as tools become more sophisticated and user-friendly. Future of Life Insurance:   The conversation touches on the future of life insurance, with a focus on specialization and the need for carriers to modernize their offerings to meet evolving consumer needs. Overall Takeaways Importance of Adaptation: Companies in the insurance space must adapt to technological advancements to remain competitive and meet customer expectations. Collaboration Over Competition: Partnering with technology providers can enhance a carrier's capabilities and streamline operations, rather than trying to build everything in-house. Consumer-Centric Approach: Understanding the consumer journey is vital for developing effective insurance products and services. Growth Potential: There is significant room for growth in the life insurance market, particularly through innovative digital solutions that simplify the purchasing process. Conclusion: This episode provides valuable insights into the intersection of technology and the insurance industry, highlighting how companies like Bestow are leading the charge in modernizing life insurance for a new generation of consumers. This episode is brought to you by The Future of Insurance thought leadership series, available globally from Amazon in print, Kindle and Audible audiobook. Follow the podcast at future-of-insurance.com/podcast for more details and other episodes. Music courtesy of Hyperbeat Music, available to stream or download on Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon Music and more.

Hello and welcome to The Rob Burgess Show. I am, of course, your host, Rob Burgess. On this our 274th episode our guest is Stephen Fagin, Curator of The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza and author of “Assassination and Commemoration.” Since joining the Museum in 2000, he has appeared in numerous documentaries and television programs and given hundreds of media interviews, including appearances on the Today Show and Good Morning America. Fagin, who holds degrees from Southern Methodist University and the University of Oklahoma, also serves as Associate Editor of Legacies Dallas History Journal. In many ways, this episode has been 12 years in the making. In early 2013, when I was Night Editor of the Kokomo Tribune, a reader came into the office carrying a stack of yellowing editions of the paper. She said she had found them in her parents' attic and wanted to see if we wanted them before they headed to the trash heap. In the stack were three copies concerning the assassination of President John F. Kennedy: the Nov. 23, 24 and 27, 1963 editions of the paper. A few months later, in November 2013, I wrote a story about these historical newspapers and also a column about the assassination itself. After I left the Kokomo Tribune in 2017, I packed these newspapers up in a box and mostly didn't look at them for the next few years. Then, a few months ago, I found out I would have the opportunity to travel to Dallas for a work conference. I contacted the museum to see if they might be interested in receiving these newspapers as a donation. I also asked if someone there might be available to be a guest on this podcast. Megan Bryant, director of collections and intellectual property, kindly responded and said they would be glad to accept this donation. She also put me in touch with Stephen, who also kindly agreed to be interviewed while I was there. So, this past week, I carefully packed the newspapers in my bag and headed off to Dallas. After my conference finished, I headed over to the museum. I met Megan and handed over the newspapers, which are now housed under the prestigious title, “Rob Burgess collection.” Stephen and I then made our way to their studio on the first floor of the former Texas School Book Depository, which was a surreal experience to say the least. I then took the elevator to the sixth floor to check out the museum itself. During my visit, I also had the opportunity to hear Stephen deliver one of his weekly gallery talks, in which he featured Lee Harvey Oswald's 14-karat gold wedding band. Thank you to Megan, Stephen and the rest of the museum staff for such a wonderful experience. I have included links to photos of the historical newspapers I donated along with photos I took while I was in Dallas of Dealey Plaza, John F. Kennedy Memorial Plaza, the stockade fence behind the Grassy Knoll and the museum itself. I also have links to my 2013 story, column and a 2019 story I wrote when I was Editor of the Wabash Plain Dealer in which I had the opportunity to interview the late, great musician David Crosby, including about his long-held belief that Kennedy was murdered by a conspiracy featuring multiple shooters. Nov. 23, 24 and 27, 1963 - Kokomo Tribune: https://archive.org/details/1963-Kokomo-Tribune-Newspapers Close-up photos: https://archive.org/details/kokomo-tribune-jfk-coverage Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza: https://archive.org/details/sixth-floor-museum-at-dealey-plaza The Stockade Fence Behind the Grassy Knoll: https://archive.org/details/stockade-fence-behind-grassy-knoll Dealey Plaza and the John F. Kennedy Memorial Plaza: https://archive.org/details/Dealey-Plaza-and-John-F-Kennedy-Memorial-Plaza 2013-11-23 – Rob Burgess – KT – How the Kokomo Tribune covered the assassination: http://bit.ly/4ikauG6 2013-11-20 – Rob Burgess – KT – House of Burgess: Down the JFK rabbit hole: https://bit.ly/4iMCL8o 2019-08-03 – Rob Burgess - WPD - You will remember David Crosby's name: https://bit.ly/4bRyi1T

For a topic that's truly "on pointe," our guest today reminds us of the joys and rewards of freedom and discipline, just in time for Lent: ballet dancer and choreographer Silas Farley.We discuss his early journey in discipleship and liturgical dance, holy coincidences that connected him with his Russian ballet hero, how discipline can lead to freedom in the Spirit both in dance and liturgical life, and understanding the meaning of "grace."We hope you've done your work at the barre, because Silas will stretch our imaginations for worship and discipleship, and even what's possible when it comes to dance in church. Hold on to your leotards. Silas is Armstrong Artist in Residence in Ballet in the Meadows School of the Arts at Southern Methodist University in Dallas. He's been a teacher and choreographer at places like the New York City Ballet, the Guggenheim, the Washington Ballet, the Met, and all over the world.More about SilasJoin a Living Church conferenceGive to support this podcast

Christa Brown-Sanford is a partner at Baker Botts in Dallas and chair of its Intellectual Property department. She also serves on the firm's Executive and Diversity and Inclusion committees and is an adjunct professor at SMU's Dedman School of Law, where she speaks regularly on patent matters. At every stage, she provides guidance on patent procurement, patent portfolio development, patent litigation, and patent licensing–particularly involving cutting-edge technologies in telecommunications, blockchain, electronics, AI, semiconductors, software, and personal mobility.  Outside of the office, Christa is actively involved in several organizations in the Dallas community. She's a member of the Charter 100 and Charity Crystal Ball, serves on the advisory board for the State Fair of Texas and the Innovation Council for Southern Methodist University, and serves on the boards of SMU, SMU's Dedman School of Law, Rice University George R. Brown School of Engineering, the Baylor Scott & White Foundation, and New Friends New Life (an organization focused on empowering trafficked women and girls). She was also the President of the Junior League of Dallas during the League's Centennial year and was recently honored as a top rainmaker by the Minority Corporate Counsel Association (MCCA). WHAT'S COVERED IN THIS EPISODE ABOUT ACHIEVING RAINMAKER SUCCESS Today, it's common for lawyers to move from firm to firm in search of better opportunities. Whether you're staying put for the long haul or keeping your options open, staying connected to your core motivators and mission can be the key to long-term success—both as a partner and a rainmaker. In this episode of The Lawyer's Edge podcast, Elise Holtzman sits down with Christa Sanford, Partner and Intellectual Property Chair at Baker Botts, to talk about the impact of leading with purpose. Christa shares her journey to leadership, her commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion in the legal profession, and the pivotal moments that shaped her career. She also reflects on the challenges and rewards of balancing a demanding legal practice with one's personal life—and why staying true to her mission has made all the difference. 2:34 – Why Christa has remained at Baker Botts long-term and what's driven her to take on so many roles 8:57 – The biggest key to Christa developing her business and how she became aware of the rainmaking space 14:31 – The rewards of investing time, money, and energy into business development 17:26 – The factors that helped Christa evolve and step into leadership 21:32 – The low point that changed Christa's approach to failure and perfectionism in business development 28:01 – The challenges Christa faced on her journey to partner and rainmaker as a mom of three young kids 32:25 – Practical advice for building strong client relationships MENTIONED IN WHY STAYING TRUE TO YOUR MISSION IS CRUCIAL TO ACHIEVING RAINMAKER SUCCESS Christa Brown-Sanford (Baker Botts) | LinkedIn Baker Botts LLP | LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram | X | YouTube Get Connected with The Coaching Team at hello@thelawyersedge.com The Lawyer's Edge SPONSOR FOR THIS EPISODE… Today's episode is brought to you by the Ignite Women's Business Development Accelerator, a 9-month business development program created BY women lawyers for women lawyers. Ignite is a carefully designed business development program containing content, coaching, and a community of like-minded women who are committed to becoming rainmakers AND supporting the retention and advancement of other women in the profession.  Early Bird Registration is now underway for our 2025 Ignite cohorts. If you are interested in either participating in the program or sponsoring a woman in your firm to enroll, learn more about Ignite and sign up for our registration alerts by visiting www.thelawyersedge.com/ignite.

Justus Hunter's dad was a Methodist pastor, and he himself decided to pursue academic study in theology, attending Asbury College and Seminary, where he encountered Church history in a way that made him want to learn more about the world of the early Christians. After getting a doctorate from Southern Methodist University, he went on to teach theology at the seminary level, and it was during this time that all the threads he'd been following regarding history, liturgy, and the sacramental life came together, and he and his family felt led to enter the Catholic Church.

Anthony Cockrill - Assistant Director of Sports Performance at Southern Methodist University - joins us for the 87th episode of MTN. On this episode of the podcast, we dive into the approach jump. Technical factors, physical markers, adaptability within game. We had a lot of conversation planned for Anthony but really spent the entire time diving into jumping - which always happen to be the best conversations. Make sure to follow Anthony on IG @anthonycockrill and on X @AntCockrillFind and follow us on social media @mtn_perform and check back each Wednesday for a new episodeBig Thanks to our sponsor Lumin Sports:Lumin continues to change the game within the AMS realm and recently launched their new strength builder platform. Head on over to luminsports.com - and mention Move the Needle at Check out to receive 20% off your first full year.& a huge Thank You to our sponsor, Hawkin Dynamics:Hawkin is the world leader in force measuring, and continues to put forth the tools for high-performance practitioners to be exactly that, high performers. If you haven't yet checked out Hawkins - head over to their website at: https://www.hawkindynamics.com/ and check out everything they have to offerMake sure to check out our sponsor, Samson Equipment: Samson is a leader in manufacturing elite weight room equipment (and have been for nearly 50 years). Founded by Dave and Linda Schroeder, Samson is weight room equipment made by coaches for coaches. Check them out at samsonequipment.com for more informationShoutout to our sponsor, 1080 Motion. The 1080 Sprint is the single best piece of training equipment in the world & has continually changed the game for training speed, strength, and power. Go to 1080motion.com to learn more.

Favor Anyanwu talks with host Elizabeth Emery about coming from behind in the U19 World Championships, details of being part of USA Volleyball, transferring from USC to SMU after a semester, opportunities in sport, and tips for success. This episode is a terrific insight into being an elite athlete as a college student and what comes next. Favor is a standout volleyball player at Southern Methodist University (SMU) and a key contributor to the team's success. Known for her dedication and athleticism, she excels both on and off the court. Favor is also passionate about dentistry and aspires to make a positive impact in the field of oral health. Her drive and well-rounded focus inspire others to pursue their goals with discipline and ambition. Favor's successes include being Under Armour All-American, USA Volleyball All-Star Team member, Dallas Star News First Team and Middle Blocker of the Year, and American Volleyball Coaches Association Phenom selection, and a member of the USA U19 Gold Medalist team at the World Championships. Get involved and support the show directly at https://bit.ly/supportWsports Find all episodes http://www.hearhersports.com/ Sign up for Hear Her Sports newsletter at https://bit.ly/HHSnewsletter Find Hear Her Sports on all social @hearhersports Read more about Favor Anyanwu on the SMU roster page at https://smumustangs.com/sports/womens-volleyball/roster/favor-anyanwu/14827 Find Favor Anyanwu on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/fav_an6/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Karen Briscoe is the creator of the 5 Minute Success concept. She regularly speaks on a national and local level on the best of 5 Minute Success. Further she is the host of the weekly 5 Minute Success podcast which has an amazing array of guests who achieve success at a high level in business and life. She has completed the John Maxwell Team Certification Program for Coaching, Speaking and Training.Karen is a frequent guest on other podcasts that focus on entrepreneurial, success and motivation, as well as real estate related topics. Further, she is a contributing author to real estate media outlets INMAN and Real Trends.Karen Briscoe is principal owner of the Huckaby Briscoe Conroy Group (HBC) with Keller Williams, located in McLean, Virginia. The HBC Group has been recognized by The Wall Street Journal as one of the 250 Top Realtor® teams in the United States. Since 1977, HBC Group has sold more than 1,500 homes valued at more than $1.5 billion. The team consistently sells over one hundred residential properties annually, ranging from multi-million-dollar luxury estates to condominiums and townhomes. Primary market areas include Northern Virginia, suburban Maryland, and Washington, DC.Karen began her real estate career developing residential lots with the Trammell Crow Company in Dallas, Texas. In Northern Virginia, she worked in commercial real estate with The Staubach Company prior to entering residential sales. Karen earned a Master's degree from Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas and received her BA from Stephens College in Columbia, Missouri—her hometown.She attributes her life worth living to God, her husband Andy, children Drew and Callie, her family and countless friends and business associates. Her family is actively involved at Trinity United Methodist Church in McLean, Virginia.Connect with Karen Briscoe:Website: www.5MinuteSuccess.com, www.HBCGroupKW.com 5 Minute Success Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/5minutesuccess/ 5 Minute Success Facebook Page: @5MinuteSuccess5 Minute Success Instagram: 5_Minute_Success;5 Minute Success LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/5-minute-press TurnKey Podcast Productions Important Links:Guest to Gold Video Series: www.TurnkeyPodcast.com/gold The Ultimate Podcast Launch Formula- www.TurnkeyPodcast.com/UPLFplusFREE workshop on how to "Be A Great Guest."Free E-Book 5 Ways to Make Money Podcasting at www.Turnkeypodcast.com/gift Ready to earn 6-figures with your podcast? See if you've got what it takes at TurnkeyPodcast.com/quizSales Training for Podcasters: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sales-training-for-podcasters/id1540644376Nice Guys on Business: http://www.niceguysonbusiness.com/subscribe/The Turnkey Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/turnkey-podcast/id1485077152

Brandon Blewett, author of the best-seller How to Avoid Strangers on Airplanes, just released his witty and insightful take on navigating both literal and professional journeys. While the book hilariously examines the “6 Habits of Highly Annoying Travelers,” it also draws compelling parallels to the workplace—outlining how dealing with delays, turbulence, and pivots helped shape his career. Key talking points Brandon discusses: Knowing when to admit a role, path, or environment isn't the right fit—and finding the courage to move forward. Identifying and fostering mentoring relationships that unlock doors and inspire growth. How mentoring others can organically lead to opportunities. Discovering what truly makes you tick to chart a fulfilling career path. For context, the book has been praised as: "Drawing on his experience as both a seasoned road warrior and M&A executive, Brandon C. Blewett offers a hilariously relatable take on the habits of fellow travelers, transforming the chaos of air travel into a masterclass on navigating personal and professional growth." - Gary Leff, View from the Wing founder and Travel Guru "A rollicking tale from the ultimate frequent flyer. Travel has never been this funny. Do yourself a favor: pack this book in your carry-on." - Bill Keenan, Author of Discussion Materials "How many times have you wanted to turn to the plane seatmate next to you, behind you or across the aisle and say exactly what's on the tip of your tongue? Brandon does it, through a combination of comedy and astute observation...  I never thought a guy with a background in mergers and acquisitions could be so funny. I stand corrected." - Greg Schwem, Author of Text Me If You're Breathing, The Road to Success Goes Through the Salar Bar, and Turning Gut Punches into Punchlines Website: brandonblewett.com Book:  https://amzn.to/4hyTewR LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandoncblewett/ X: https://x.com/brandonintheair Travel Experiences and Professional Development Michael and Brandon had a conversation about their experiences with travel and how it relates to their professional and personal lives. Brandon, the author of "How to Avoid Strangers on Airplanes," shared his background in frequent travel and his career in consulting and mergers and acquisitions. Michael, who has also traveled extensively, discussed his observations of people's interactions in airports and how these experiences can be compared to the challenges faced in daily life and career. They both agreed that adaptability and flexibility are essential in both travel and professional development. The conversation ended with Michael suggesting that sometimes, one needs to look within to navigate through challenges. Reassessing Career Choices for Fulfillment Michael and Brandon discussed the importance of self-reflection and reassessing one's career choices. Brandon shared his experience of pivoting from tax law to management consulting, realizing that his initial career choice wasn't the best fit for his skill set. Michael, a former accountant, echoed Brandon's sentiments, expressing relief at leaving his accounting career behind. They both agreed that reassessing one's career path is crucial for personal growth and fulfillment. Networking and Mentoring in Careers Michael and Brandon discussed the importance of networking and mentoring in their careers. Brandon shared his experience of not attending a target school for graduate studies and how he relied on mentoring relationships to succeed. He mentioned his involvement in the Ole Miss Mba Mentoring program and how it helped his mentees achieve significant career milestones. Brandon also highlighted the potential for mentoring relationships to come full circle, with mentees potentially offering opportunities in the future. Michael shared his own experience of being a mentor through a program at Walsh College, emphasizing the value of such relationships. Mentoring and Human Aspect Consideration Michael shared his experience of mentoring a student, Brandon, who was going through a challenging time due to his wife's medical school in Chicago. Michael suggested that Brandon transfer to a business school in Chicago to save on rent and be closer to his wife. Brandon eventually followed this advice and graduated. Michael emphasized the importance of considering the human aspect in mentoring, beyond just career goals. He also mentioned that he didn't receive an invitation to continue mentoring Brandon, but he could still mentor in other areas. Student Athlete Experience and Football Brandon shared his experience as a student athlete at Southern Methodist University (SMU), where he attended every home football game and participated in the school's Life after Ball program. He found it rewarding to help student athletes prepare for their future careers, whether in finance or consulting. He also expressed his excitement about SMU's successful football season, which he believes will attract more talented players. Michael agreed, noting that the ease of transferring in college football now aligns with the real world, where taking a year off before starting a new job is not necessary. Leadership, Discipline, and Surrounding Smart People Brandon and Michael discussed the importance of discipline, practice, and competition in achieving success. They highlighted the example of Shaquille O'Neal, who despite being a former athlete, has become a successful businessman. They emphasized the need for leaders to surround themselves with smart and honest people who can provide feedback, even when it's not wanted. They also touched on the importance of being receptive to feedback and advice from others, such as gate agents, pilots, and flight attendants, to navigate challenges like flight delays or cancellations. The conversation concluded with the idea that leaders should strive to be the best in their field and that they deserve the best in the world. Continuous Learning and Personal Growth Brandon and Michael discussed the importance of continuous learning and growth, with Michael emphasizing the value of small daily improvements. They also talked about the potential for personal and professional growth, with Michael suggesting that even a 1% improvement each day could lead to significant progress over time.

On the latest edition of the Samson Strength Coach Collective we speak with Anthony Cockrill, Director of Volleyball Sport Performance for Southern Methodist University. During the episode we discuss the rapid growth of volleyball in the US, his process with social media posts, and how he approaches nutrition with his team.

The unseasonably warm weather is here to stay in North Texas through at least the end of the week, according to the National Weather Service in Fort Worth. Temperatures will jump back up to a high 84 on tomorrow, 82 on Friday and 85 on Saturday, the weather service forecast shows. Some places may even heat up to 90 degrees. Sunday will be much chillier as a cold front comes through and causes temperatures to plummet meaning next week will feel more like a typical February outside with highs in the 50s and a possibility for a little rain. In other news, two Texas doctors have agreed to stop practicing medicine on patients after Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sued them under the state's ban on gender-affirming care for minors; this week will see the reopening of the coffee shop and convenience store in Snider Plaza in University Park, across the street from Southern Methodist University; And the Met Gala, otherwise known as the Super Bowl of fashion, unveiled its star-studded host committee on Tuesday. Among those tapped for hosting duties are three luminaries with Texas connections: gymnast Simone Biles, musician André 3000 and sprinter Sha'Carri Richardson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sean Whitten, Senior Director of Enrollment Services at Southern Methodist University, is redefining how admission counselors handle one of the toughest parts of their job: letting go of students who choose another path. With empathy at the forefront, Sean created a clever, heartfelt tactic to celebrate the relationships built with students and families—a simple yet impactful goodbye video. Not only does this video leave a positive impression, but it's also driving surprising results, with about 10% of students who initially withdraw deciding to come back!Guest Name: Sean Whitten, Director of Strategic Partnerships, Southern Methodist UniversityGuest Social: www.linkedin.com/in/seanewhittenGuest Bio: Sean Whitten works as the inaugural Director of Strategic Partnerships for Southern Methodist University (SMU) in Dallas, TX. Known for his imaginative learning approach and curiosity, Sean fosters inclusive environments that elevate and empower families, staff, and students in the college admission process and on campus. His 14 years of work span college admissions, enrollment management, and communications and marketing. - - - -Connect With Our Host:Dayana Kibildshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dayanakibilds/About The Enrollify Podcast Network:Talking Tactics is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you'll like other Enrollify shows too! Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — the next-generation AI student engagement platform helping institutions create meaningful and personalized interactions with students. Learn more at element451.com.Attend the 2025 Engage Summit! The Engage Summit is the premier conference for forward-thinking leaders and practitioners dedicated to exploring the transformative power of AI in education. Explore the strategies and tools to step into the next generation of student engagement, supercharged by AI. You'll leave ready to deliver the most personalized digital engagement experience every step of the way.Register now to secure your spot in Charlotte, NC, on June 24-25, 2025! Early bird registration ends February 1st -- https://engage.element451.com/register

Bern and Dr. Peter McCullough cover all the latest health news of the past few weeks including the senate confirmation hearing with Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. , H5 bird flu fear mongering by mainstream media, vaccination safety during pregnancy and so much more!Dr. McCullough is an internist, cardiologist, epidemiologist holding degrees from Baylor University, University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, University of Michigan, and Southern Methodist University.  Dr. McCullough has broadly published on a range of topics in medicine with over 1000 publications and 700 citations in the National Library of Medicine.  Dr. McCullough is a well-known public figure in medicine and is a frequent contributor on numerous mainstream and independent media platforms.  He has testified multiple times in the US Senate, US House of Representatives, European Parliament, and many state capitals concerning public health policy.   Learn more at petermcculloughmd.com and visit The Wellness Company and use the code COURAGE for a discount off of their monthly subscription service!

In the fall of 1796, George Washington announced his retirement, sparking terror and excitement across the country. Could the new nation survive without Washington at the healm? John Adams, one of the most qualified statesman in American history, emerged victorious after a nail-biting election. Unfortunately for Adams, the problems that plagued the fledging United States were greater than he first feared. With virtually no guidance from Washington, Adams faced seemingly insurmountable odds as he was forced to navigate pandemics, political violence, attacks from foreign powers, threats to freedom of speech and the press, and a hostile cabinet that betrayed him time and time again. About the Author: DR. LINDSAY M. CHERVINSKY is a presidential historian and Executive Director of the George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon. Previously, she was a non-resident Senior Fellow at the Center for Presidential History at Southern Methodist University, a historian at the White House Historical Association, and a fellow at the Kluge Center at the Library of Congress. Lindsay is the author of the award winning book The Cabinet: George Washington and the Creation of an American Institution and co-editor of Mourning the Presidents: Loss and Legacy in American Culture. Dr. Chervinsky has been published in the Washington Post, TIME, USA Today, CNN.com, The Wall Street Journal, Washington Monthly, The Daily Beast, and many others; she is a regular resource for outlets like CBS News, Face the Nation, CNN, The BBC, New York Times, Washington Post, Associated Press, and CBC News. #johnadams #lindsaychervinsky

January rolls in with big plans and ambitions for the coming year. However, commitment to New Year's resolutions often flags by the end of January. To keep you excited and committed to your goals, we sat down with three of our CERTIFIED Ambassadors, Laurene Klassen, Ashley Faulkner, and Karen Coulombe, to talk about 2025 goals.  Laurene is a Microsoft Certified Trainer and Assistant Director of IT Training & Communications at Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas. She took her first Microsoft Office Specialist exam in 2010 for personal development and has been hooked ever since. In 2017, she spearheaded the MOS program at SMU after attending her first CERTIFIED conference. Their program has now certified over 3 5,000 students within 4 years. Laurene oversees the administrative side of their program working with over 15 faculty members to integrate the MOS exams into their curriculum. She frequently teaches Office workshops to students. She is a native of Massachusetts but now calls Texas her home. Ashley is a teacher at Triton High School in North Carolina, where she is a strong certification advocate. Over the past 11 years, Ashley has earned more than 40 certifications—and helped her students earn more than 1,150 individual certifications. She has also served as an FBLA adviser and as the North Carolina Southeast Region advisor. Outside her teaching career, Ashley is the chief financial officer for Simple Web Solutions, Inc., EM Audio, Inc., and Butler Faulkner Enterprise, and she is the mother of two active children. Karen has taught a variety of Career and Technical Education courses at the 8th -12th grade level as well as the Community College since the early 2000's. Her focus is on expanding hands-on and experiential learning in meaningful ways to add valuable "tools" to the students' toolbox, building confidence and a resume of tangible skills to market in the workplace. Karen has seen certifications used to enhance resumes for those who need to get right to work; as well as to differentiate students working towards competitive internships, scholarships, and college programs. The most significant connection from certification to the real world is understanding how to work to achieve goals using the resources available. Before teaching, Karen worked for over a decade as an Avionics Technician with Boeing, DynCorp Aerospace and the US Air Force on programs including Air Force 1, the B2 Bomber, and multiple F-16 deployments abroad. In this episode, we discuss these three veteran educators' approach to setting goals, how you can decide where to focus your efforts, and how you can keep yourself motivated. If you want to expand your vision for 2025 goal setting, these ladies have the advice and ideas you need.  Connect with your fellow educators to talk about goals and other topics in our CERTIFIED Educator Community here: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/8958289/.       Don't miss your chance to register for our annual CERTIFIED Educator's Conference here: https://certified.certiport.com/.    

               Martin Van Brauman - our guest - at Courageous Leadership with Virginia Prodan #Podcast. Martin M. van Brauman is the Executive Vice President, Corporate Secretary, Treasurer and Director of Zion Oil & Gas, Inc.    He is the president of Jews and Christians United For Israel, Inc.; the managing director of The Abraham Foundation (Geneva, Switzerland) and the Bnei Joseph Foundation (Israeli Amuta). He is Board Certified in Tax Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.        Mr. van Brauman holds a B.E. degree from Vanderbilt University, a Doctor of Jurisprudence degree from St. Mary's University and an M.B.A. (Beta Gamma Sigma) and LL.M. (Tax Law) from Southern Methodist University. He is a member of the Society of Legal Scholars of the Texas Bar College. He has been an Adjunct Professor at Southern Methodist University, School of Law. Martin is on the Advisory Board of the Jewish Studies Program, University of North Texas and on the Advisory Board of the Museum of Biblical Art/National Center for Jewish Art in Dallas. He is a Club member of the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (“AIPAC”); and a Board member of the Texas Map Society. Publication: Jews and Christians, Fellow Travelers to the End of Days, (2nd ed. 2020). We love to hear your comments, questions or share what you have learned from this podcast. Or to help you with any questions, concerns you might have or trainings . Be part of our training and coaching sessions - go to: https://www.virginiaprodanbooks.com/freedom-coaching Follow Courageous Leadership with Virginia Prodan #Podcast on: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7kHPeoAgbkAHCg2C6RApEZ  -  to hear encouraging & inspiring messages ‬. Order your autographed copy(s) of #SavingMyAssassin by Virginia Prodan - directly here: https://virginiaprodanbooks.com/product/book/-          Follow Virginia Prodan  on : Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/virginia.prodan.1 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/virginia- Twitter: https://twiter.com/VirginiaProdan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/virginiaprodan/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IPSRIhzNks8   Courageous Leadership with Virginia Prodan  Podcast  : https://open.spotify.com/show/7kHPeoAgbkAHCg2C6RApEZ   - ------ Invite Virginia Prodan to speak at your events -: https://virginiaprodanbooks.com/invite-virginia/ ----- Donate to Virginia Prodan #Ministries - here: https://www.virginiaprodan.com/donate/ ----- Subscribe to out Youtube Channel - here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSlM_aAfLxHXTaI05Skv1WQ We love to hear from you; your comments or questions.   Please share it with others.   #network #podcast #film #events #training #training #leadership #coaching #people #community #australia #motivation #share #like #power #romania #america @frcdc @AllianceDefends @focusonthefamily @VirginiaProd

Energy, transportation, housing — pro-growth advocates from Washington to Silicon Valley are calling for a revival of American infrastructure. They say, “It's time to build.”One massive problem, however: decades of environmental regulation, such as the National Environmental Policy Act, have slowed these efforts to a snail's pace, if not halted them altogether.Today on Political Economy, I talk with James Coleman about the kinds of policy reforms need before we can build.Coleman is a nonresident senior fellow here at AEI. Concurrently, he is also a scholar of energy law at the University of Minnesota, where he specializes in North American energy infrastructure, transport, and trade. He previously taught law at Southern Methodist University, the University of Calgary, and Harvard Law School.

Meaningful change for patients comes from healthcare focused on hospitality. Marcelle Parrish emphasizes the importance of a patient-focused approach in healthcare. She says that studying, understanding, and improving each step of the patient experience is crucial.Welcome to Elevating Brick and Mortar. A podcast about how operations and facilities drive brand performance.On today's episode, we talk with Marcelle Parrish, CCO of ClearChoice Dental Implant Centers. ClearChoice Dental Implant Centers, equipped with innovative technology, serves more than 200,000 patients across the United States through advanced oral treatments that can help lead to better overall health and quality of life. Guest Bio:Marcelle Parrish, Chief Commercial Officer of Clear Choice Dental Implant Centers and Chief Digital Officer of TAG - The Aspen Group, is responsible for developing innovative strategies to deliver business results across the TAG family of brands and reimagine patient experiences.A Kansas City native, Marcelle graduated from Southern Methodist University and attended George Washington University for her MBA. Upon graduating, she embarked on a 25+ year career holding major digital and brand leadership positions at global retail and direct-to-consumer organizations including Johnson & Johnson, eBay, and Ralph Lauren.Timestamps:00:22 - About ClearChoice00:55 - Marcelle's journey04:52 - Hospitality in healthcare07:02 - Design in healthcare10:37 - How ClearChoice leverages technology15:03 - Adapting to consumers26:20 - Future thinking34:57 - Where to find Marcelle35:28 - Sid's takeawaysSponsor:ServiceChannel brings you peace of mind through peak facilities performance.Rest easy knowing your locations are:Offering the best possible guest experienceLiving up to brand standardsOperating with minimal downtimeServiceChannel partners with more than 500 leading brands globally to provide visibility across operations, the flexibility to grow and adapt to consumer expectations, and accelerated performance from their asset fleet and service providers.Links:Connect with Marcelle on LinkedInConnect with Sid Shetty on LinkedinCheck out the ServiceChannel Website

In this episode, Nate Gilmore has a conversation with Richard Thompson, Professor Emeritus of New Testament at Northwest Nazarene University, about the Wesley Center Online. Dr. Thompson works with this repository to engage scholars, disseminate material, and expand the online collection. https://wesley.nnu.edu/  Richard P. Thompson has served as a professor of New Testament at three Christian universities: Northwest Nazarene University, Spring Arbor University, and Olivet Nazarene University. He holds a BA from Olivet Nazarene University, an MDiv from Nazarene Theological Seminary, and a PhD from Southern Methodist University. Among his previous publications are Acts: A Commentary in the Wesleyan Tradition (Beacon Hill Press of Kansas City, 2015), Keeping the Church in Its Place: The Church as Narrative Character in Acts (T. and T. Clark, 2006), and The Tiny Church in a Big Church World (Nazarene Publishing House, 1991). https://www.thefoundrypublishing.com/authors/richard-p-thompson.html    Lifelong Learning Code: 80890 Click here to learn about Lifelong Learning

There aren't many things most people agree on today across all the different political and cultural divides. But this following claim probably unites most of us: We are too distracted today and our collective ability to pay attention is in bad shape. That seems like pretty conventional wisdom. Today's guest enjoys few things more than taking a piece of conventional wisdom and poking and prodding it to see if it's actually that wise after all. Jonathan Malesic is a writer and writing teacher at Southern Methodist University whose work has appeared in the New York Times, The New Republic, The Washington Post, America Magazine and elsewhere. He's also author the author of the great book “The End of Burnout.” And Jon has offered fantastic spiritual nonfiction writing courses through the Jesuit Media Lab. In a recent essay in the magazine Commonweal, Jon wrote about going to an art museum in San Francisco as a sort of experiment. He wanted to see if looking closely and attentively at works of art for a long time could help heal his own fraying attentiveness. Host Mike Jordan Laskey really enjoyed the essay and was challenged by it, so he invited Jon on to discuss his experiences. They talked about museums and Instagram algorithms and the different types of attention you need while looking at art versus, say, driving a car. The essay and this conversation might make you think some more about our crisis of distraction and what might be the right antidotes to pursue. Jon's recent Commonweal essay, Fix Your Gaze: https://www.commonwealmagazine.org/fix-your-gaze Jon's book, "The End of Burnout": https://www.amazon.com/End-Burnout-Drains-Build-Better/dp/0520344073 Jon's Substack: https://jonmalesic.substack.com/ AMDG is a production of the Jesuit Media Lab, which is a project of the Jesuit Conference of Canada and the United States. www.jesuits.org/ www.beajesuit.org/ twitter.com/jesuitnews facebook.com/Jesuits instagram.com/wearethejesuits youtube.com/societyofjesus www.jesuitmedialab.org/

The Texas Supreme Court heard arguments Wednesday in a case that could determine whether the United Methodist Church controls Southern Methodist University. SMU changed its governing language in 2019 to declare itself independent from the denomination's control about nine months after the United Methodist Church voted to strengthen bans on gay weddings and pastors in gay relationships. In other news, federal officials accused a North Texas homeowners association of discrimination for trying to kick out residents who receive government assistance to pay rent; Texas' use of computers to score written answers on the state standardized test is under scrutiny in Dallas after school officials learned that thousands of students were awarded marks that were too low; And many of the authentic flavors of Mexico found in D-F-W have ties to the people who have migrated to the region. Some of these dishes have generations-long traditions, cooking methods and even secret ingredients. The Dallas Morning News is launching a new series documenting and highlighting authentic flavors of Mexico found here in North Texas. Visit dallasnews.com/sabores to read more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the Morning   Biden's Farewell Speech After fifty years in politics, including 36 in the Senate, another eight as Vice President and the past four years as Commander-in-Chief, President Joe Biden delivered his farewell address to the nation. Pamela Furr has the story.    Ceasefire & Hostage Release Deal For Gaza After more than a year of daily battles, the world is reacting to a US-brokered cease-fire deal in the Middle East. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.     Fighting The LA Wildfires There was some positive news in Los Angeles as firefighters are making gains controlling two massive blazes still burning, despite also fighting strong Santa Ana winds. Correspondent Julie Walker reports the weather will continue to play a factor in dealing with the fires.    Bondi On The Hot Seat Contentious hearings on Capitol Hill for some of Donald Trump's cabinet nominees. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports on Pam Bondi's Senate confirmation hearing to become attorney general.    Turner Loses Intelligence Post Speaker Mike Johnson removed Congressman Mike Turner as chair of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence.      More Music For The Inauguration More names are being added to the musical lineup leading up to and on Donald Trump's Inauguration Day on Monday. Correspondent Donna Warder reports.     Explaining The Ceasefire Deal Although there are still some details to iron out, after 15 months of fierce fighting in the Gaza Strip, Israel and Hamas have agreed to a three-phase ceasefire and hostage release deal, which was made with the assistance of envoys for both President Biden and President-elect Trump. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.    Senate Committees Meet Nominees It was a busy Wednesday on Capitol Hill, with multiple Senate committees holding confirmation hearings for President-elect Donald Trump's cabinet picks. Correspondent Clayton Neville has the story.     Minnesota's House Not In Order A standoff in the Minnesota State House is intensifying. As Sue Aller reports, the chaotic battle over who will have control and who will be speaker is now moving to the courts, and both sides will be funded by the Minnesota taxpayers.    University Leadership On The Docket The Texas Supreme Court heard a case that could pave the way for who controls Southern Methodist University.     DOT Targets Two Airlines Southwest Airlines is being sued by the US government, while another budget carrier is being fined for what it called chronically delayed flights. Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports.    Taking Back From The Dead It clearly wasn't just one check. Government officials say so far, they have recovered tens of millions of dollars in Social Security payments that were paid to dead people, and that may be just the tip of the iceberg. Correspondent Donna Warder reports.    Preserving The Forests President Biden has designated two new national monuments in California to preserve desert mountain habitat. Correspondent Jennifer King reports.     Tech News President-elect Trump is asking for a last minute stay to the end of TikTok this Sunday, but the Supreme Court may have already decided its fate. Here's Chuck Palm with today's tech news.   Finally   Celebrities and businesses are joining together to help victims of the Los Angeles-area wildfires, including some of have lost their homes or had their production schedules stopped due to the inferno. Kevin Carr reports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dr. Kathleen (Kate) Smits is a professor at Southern Methodist University's Lyles School of Engineering and the Solomon Professor for global development. Prior to SMU, she was a professor at the University of Texas at Arlington and associate professor at the Colorado School of Mines and the US Air Force Academy. She earned a bachelor's degree in environmental engineering from the US Air Force Academy, master's in Civil Engineering from the University at Texas Austin, and a doctorate in Environmental Science and Engineering from the Colorado School of Mines. She served as a civil and environmental engineering project manager and officer in the US Air Force.

10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1...HAPPY NEW YEAR! On the eve of New Year's Eve we're talking with Dr. Alexis McCrossen, a author and Professor of History at Southern Methodist University, who is now working on book about the history of New Year's observances in the United States, tentatively titled, Time's Touchstone: New Year's in American Life. She is also the author of Holy Day, Holiday: The American Sunday (Cornell University Press, 2000) and Marking Modern Times: Clocks, Watches and Other Timekeepers in American Life (University of Chicago Press, 2013).  

In this special mid-week podcast, brought to you by Escape Fitness, we delve into the strategies that amplify a gym's digital presence and drive real business results with today's guest, Dennis Yu, one of the world's foremost authorities on leveraging digital marketing for success. Here, Dennis shares his decades of expertise, delivering actionable insights on how gyms can build stronger community connections by collecting, curating, and sharing hyper-localized digital content. Whether you're a gym owner or operator, this conversation is packed with invaluable advice to attract more members and deepen engagement with local populations. Dennis Yu is the Chief Technology Officer at BlitzMetrics and co-author of the best-selling book The Definitive Guide to TikTok Ads. A seasoned international speaker, Dennis has presented in over 20 countries and worked with iconic brands like Nike, Red Bull, and the Golden State Warriors. His insights have been featured in CNN, The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, NPR, and The Los Angeles Times. He also holds a Bachelor's degree in Finance from Southern Methodist University and a degree in Economics from the London School of Economics. In this Episode, we discuss: The ‘hidden' data-value that led to the multi-billion dollar sale of Visio to Walmart. The ‘dollar a day' marketing strategy. Google and YouTube as social media networks. Reviews and recommendations – do they deliver value? Hacks to encourage member reviews. Setting up Google Pages for success. Localization and personalization - the key to online visibility. Successfully organizing content across multiple social media platforms. Engagement and content strategy. Traditional marketing vs. digital marketing – which works best? The power of micro podcasts. ====================================================== Subscribe to our YouTube channel and turn on your notifications so you never miss a new video when it's published: https://www.youtube.com/user/EscapeFitness Shop gym equipment: https://escapefitness.com/shop View our full catalog: https://escapefitness.com/support/catalog (US) https://escapefitness.com/support/catalogue (UK)  ====================================================== Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Escapefitness Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/escapefitness Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/escapefitness LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/escapefitness/   0:00       Intro 0:29       The ‘hidden' data-value that led to the multi-billion dollar sale of Visio to Walmart 1:12       Using hardware as the gateway to data collection 2:21       Explaining the ‘dollar a day' marketing strategy 7:10       Google and YouTube as social media networks 8:15       How influential are posted reviews and recommendations? 10:55    Hacks that encourage members to post reviews 13:06    Setting up Google Pages for success 18:06    Signals Google loves - localization and personalization 19:09    Organizing online information for optimal effect 25:17    How to organize content across multiple social media platforms  27:27    Engagement and content strategy 33:29    Traditional marketing vs. digital marketing – which works best? 34:49    The power of micro podcasts

Our energy fields naturally interact with those around us, making it vital to protect our vibrational balance when supporting loved ones through hard times. Helping others can be deeply fulfilling but often tests our energetic boundaries. Setting boundaries through practices like grounding, visualization, and meditation shields your energy from negativity while maintaining empathy. Grounding anchors your energy, and visualizing a protective light helps you stay aligned without being overwhelmed. These techniques ensure your energy remains balanced, allowing you to support others without losing yourself. Join Katherine MacLane as we explore ways to protect your energy in challenging times.Katherine MacLane is an Energy and Life Coach, Energy Healer, Reiki Practitioner, and Keynote Speaker. She creates virtual and in-person experiences to help individuals and organizations discover their highest potential through energy work and scientific frequency tools. With over two decades of experience in transformational change and communications, Katherine uses a scientifically-backed method to elevate vibrations and unlock your most authentic self. Her work has been featured in the Wall Street Journal, CBS Sunday Morning, and Forbes. Katherine is a Southern Methodist University and Kellogg School of Management graduate and is a certified Reiki practitioner, Energy Healer, and Coach.Tune in!What You Will Learn:[00:01] Intro and a bit about our guest, Katherine MacLane[03:22] What is energy healing, and why would you reach out to Katherine[08:24] Ways to offer emotional and energetic support to someone going through hard times[19:33] Connect with the frequency of love instead of the pain of the person you are helping [23:57] Common everyday energy drains to be aware of[29:35] Pitfalls you can easily fall into as you protect your higher energies/frequencies[32:30] Distinguishing between energy drain vs normal stress[37:50] Why it is hard & necessary for empaths to set healthy & energetic boundaries[41:55] How visualization can be used to help a loved one come out of a hard situation[45:08] How the energies we project during visualization can impact the outcomes for others[51:00] Episode wrap-up and call to actionStandout Quotes: “Our bodies and minds can heal themselves. However, the greatest impact occurs when we connect to the right frequency to get there.”- [10:02] “Two frequencies cannot occupy the same space together.” [13:34]“The people around you are the primary energy drainers you need to be vigilant and aware of.” [29:18]“The vision of how you want to feel in the future is your roadmap and north star, keeping you tethered to the journey and the feelings you have already worked so hard to unlock.” [49:05]Let's ConnectKatherine Maclane Website: https://www.katherinemaclane.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katherinepettymaclane/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kpmaclane/Email: kpmaclane@gmail.comChandler StroudWebsite: https://healingheroespodcast.com/Mixing, editing and show notes provided by Next Day Podcast.

My guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is Doyle Glass, author of the book Swift Sword. Doyle is an author, historian, and sculptor dedicated to honoring those who fought for freedom. He is a master at recounting true stories of brave men and women who were outnumbered and out-gunned but continued to battle toe-to-toe with ferocious opponents in war. Doyle Glass was born in Midland, Texas among the fifth generation of a pioneer ranching family who was raised with an appreciation for hard work, adventure, and honor. After earning degrees in history and law from Southern Methodist University, he completed law school and worked as an Assistant District Attorney in Texas. Later, he served as Assistant Attorney General in Kentucky, prosecuting some of the worst violent crimes in the state. In 2000, Glass turned to the arts as a way to tell stories of his childhood heroes. He conceived and sculpted a bronze statue of John Squires, who braved enemy fire to save others during WWII and received the Medal of Honor. The statue stands in downtown Louisville, Kentucky as a reminder of the sacrifices made by local citizens who fought and died for freedom. In 2008, Glass designed and sculpted the Texas Medal of Honor Memorial, dedicated to George O'Brien who earned the Medal of Honor during the Korean War. The memorial stands at the International Artillery Museum in Saint Jo, Texas as a symbol recognizing those who earned America's highest award for combat valor. Besides writing and sculpting, Glass' greatest pride is being a loving husband and father to his wife and three children where they reside in Dallas, Texas. In my book review, I stated I recently finished reading Swift Sword, and it's a book that I believe should be on everyone's TBR. I grew up during the Vietnam era, which meant that my history classes didn't cover the war. I only knew what little I paid attention to on the news. Swift Sword helped me see more than American protests and swash-buckling MASH-style soldiers that often depict this tragic war. This amazing book focuses on the Swift Operation and the Marines of Mike 3/5. Doyle did thorough research, taking the reader on a detailed journey of those days of fighting. But more than that, he helps us understand the patriotism, the longing, the hope, and the fear of these young men as they faced impossible challenges. As I finished the last page, I wondered how I would have fared in such a fight, and considered the resilience that pulled these soldiers through. Perhaps, like the men in Swift Sword, we all have that kind of strength within us.   Subscribe to Online for Authors to learn about more great books! https://www.youtube.com/@onlineforauthors?sub_confirmation=1   Join the Novels N Latte Book Club community to discuss this and other books with like-minded readers: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3576519880426290   You can follow Author Doyle Glass Website: www.doyleglass.com FB: @doyleglassauthor IG: @doyle_glass_author   Purchase Swift Sword on Amazon: Paperback: https://amzn.to/4fqlMHL Ebook: https://amzn.to/4hTkfeV   Teri M Brown, Author and Podcast Host: https://www.terimbrown.com FB: @TeriMBrownAuthor IG: @terimbrown_author X: @terimbrown1   #doyleglass #swiftsword #militaryhistory #vietnam #terimbrownauthor #authorpodcast #onlineforauthors #characterdriven #researchjunkie #awardwinningauthor #podcasthost #podcast #readerpodcast #bookpodcast #writerpodcast #author #books #goodreads #bookclub #fiction #writer #bookreview *As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

[SEGMENT 2-1] Great Days for America 1 All the people behind the targeting of Trump will exposed in the coming weeks. They will all either accept pleas or be made to face justice. We have 4 years to correct the horrible wrongs faced by this great nation during the era of Biden, and era of politics replete with corruption and debauchery. Time made President Trump: Man of the Year. Not that he needed their endorsement.  [SEGMENT 2-2] Great Days for America 2 Trump went from pariah to GOAT. He's a HERO He went from quicksand under his feet to a firm foundation I don't know many presidents who go into office with this type of mandate, and I don't mean what we've conjured up in our minds as MAGA. Americans are overjoyed about Trump's return.   First president to ring the bell at the NYSE since 1985 when they chose Reagan. Trump's name will last as long as Reagan's in the lexicon of political discussions and particularly admiration by Conservatives.   The resignation of Christopher Wray is a great day for America as it will end the Weaponization of what has become known as the United States Department of Injustice. I just don't know what happened to him. We will now restore the Rule of Law for all Americans. Under the leadership of Christopher Wray, the FBI illegally raided my home, without cause, worked diligently on illegally impeaching and indicting me, and has done everything else to interfere with the success and future of America. They have used their vast powers to threaten and destroy many innocent Americans, some of which will never be able to recover from what has been done to them. Kash Patel is the most qualified Nominee to lead the FBI in the Agency's History, and is committed to helping ensure that Law, Order, and Justice will be brought back to our Country again, and soon. As everyone knows, I have great respect for the rank-and-file of the FBI, and they have great respect for me. They want to see these changes every bit as much as I do but, more importantly, the American People are demanding a strong, but fair, System of Justice. We want our FBI back, and that will now happen. I look forward to Kash Patel's confirmation, so that the process of Making the FBI Great Again can begin. Thank you   There is ONE reason why Fani Willis refuses to turn over her communications on J6. She's guilty and so are they. She has been INSTRUCTED not to turn this information over.  [SEGMENT 2-3] Great Days are Coming 3 – Pardons   Chris Wray's legacy will be turning the world's most powerful law enforcement agency into a domestic terror operation that includes raiding the home of the former president, entrapping individuals into politically-oriented hoaxes like Whitmer fednapping, colluding with Big Tech to protect the Biden crime family by censoring Americans, and using the FBI counterterrorism task force to investigate, raid, and arrest nearly 1,600 Americans who protested the 2020 election on January 6. His failures include record crime, a bleeding southern border, out of control fentanyl crisis, and historic low trust in the FBI. Seems impossible but the worst FBI director in US history. The damage he caused this country may never be fully repaired. WTF?! Joe Biden just pardoned multiple Chinese spies and an individual convicted of possessing child p*rnography   https://www.ft.com/content/3378545d-d1bc-4fe6-880c-69ff5c649a05 Please use the sharing tools found via the share button at the top or side of articles. Copying articles to share with others is a breach of FT.com T&Cs and Copyright Policy. Email licensing@ft.com to buy additional rights. Subscribers may share up to 10 or 20 articles per month using the gift article service. More information can be found here. https://www.ft.com/content/3378545d-d1bc-4fe6-880c-69ff5c649a05China has hailed the release by the US of three Chinese citizens including an allegedly politically connected former student convicted of possessing child pornography. Jin Shanlin was freed as part of a rare prisoner swap negotiated with the Biden administration that China's foreign ministry said on Thursday was the result of “tireless” government efforts. While the other two Chinese citizens were imprisoned in the US on espionage-related convictions, Jin pleaded guilty in 2021 to possessing child pornography. During his trial in Texas, an FBI special agent testified that his family was “connected to influential members of the Communist party in China”, according to court records. China's foreign ministry said on Thursday its three citizens had been wrongfully detained by the US and were safely returned home through the “tireless efforts of the Chinese government”.  “This once again demonstrates that China will never abandon its compatriots under any circumstances, and the motherland will always be their strong support,” said foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning.  Jin, 26, had admitted possessing and distributing “more than 600 images and videos of child pornography” while he was studying for a PhD at Southern Methodist University in Texas.  Local police department investigators said an internet protocol address linked to Jin's residence had used a peer-to-peer network to share a video of “sexual assault of an infant by an adult male” along with other child porn.  Police said they found child pornography open on Jin's computer when they entered his home, which included “videos involving infants and toddlers”.     https://deepnewz.com/china/biden-grants-clemency-to-chinese-national-convicted-child-pornography-espionage-4efaf070 I asked for a comedic take on Biden's massive pardon spree, and particularly on this article where he pardoned Chinese nationals. [START] https://deepnewz.com/china/biden-grants-clemency-to-chinese-national-convicted-child-pornography-espionage-4efaf070 President Joe Biden has granted clemency to Shanlin Jin, a Chinese national convicted of possessing 47,000 images of child pornography. Yanjun Xu, a Chinese spy sentenced to 20 years for espionage. Jin had served four years of his 97-month sentence after pleading guilty. The Plano police confirmed 1,338 images and videos on Jin's computer, including infant sexual assault. For additional context, here is another article that references the deal: https://www.ft.com/content/3378545d-d1bc-4fe6-880c-69ff5c649a05 Was HUNTER on there? Xu was convicted for plotting to steal proprietary information from aviation companies, including GE Aviation. The decision to grant clemency to these individuals has sparked significant controversy and criticism. [END] The only people discussing this are Conservatives. Interestingly, if you Google "Biden pardons", the information on the pardon of the Chinese won't come up. You must dig really deep or go to X to find the link mentioned above. It's as if the fake news media doesn't want to report about the pardon of the Chinese nationals. Instead of highlighting these pardons, all the other stories highlight Americans who have turned their lives around, and now act as exemplary citizens. Even if you add "Chinese Pardons" to the Google search, no story reveals the pardons to the Chinese. I proposed that Biden pardoned these people at the behest of the Chinese government, because the perpetrators are spies, and Biden was threatened by the Chinese for his potential dealings in China for which he pardoned Hunter in Phase I of his pardons. Phase II is a Pardon-a-Palooza as Biden pardoned over 1,500 people under the guise that they were either sentenced too long for their crimes or other so-called humanitarian reasons. I'm not buying this, at least not for the Chinese pardons. Finally, Phase III is where Biden will go hog wild, as we say in the country. Phases I and II were all to set up what Biden is about to do. He's trying to spread the outrage, because Phase III will be huge, as Biden pardons his remaining family members, and all of the upper echelon of the agencies in the DOJ down to middle-management.    “Joe's Great Pardon Bazaar: Everything Must Go!”“Biden's Backroom Deals: Now with Free Spy Exchanges!”“The Art of the Pardon: Joe Biden Edition”“Pardon Me? The Biden Family Clearance Sale”“From Hard Drives to Hard Time: Biden's Clemency Chronicles”“Keeping Up with the Clemencies”. And the latest episode? Pardon-a-Palooza. Apparently, Joe's handing out pardons like Oprah hands out cars. “You get a pardon! You get a pardon! Everybody gets a pardon!” So, Joe Biden's pardoning spree is in full swing. And it's not like he's just handing out Get Out of Jail Free cards to someone who shoplifted a Snickers. No, we're talking about hardcore criminals. Chinese nationals convicted of espionage and, uh, crimes so heinous that even Jeffrey Epstein would've been like, “Whoa, too far.” A pretty low bar for clemency, eh? “Are you a threat to national security or basic human decency? Congratulations! You qualify!”   Let's Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-kevin-jackson-show--2896352/support.

Dennis Yu is the Chief Technology Officer of BlitzMetrics, a digital marketing company that partners with universities and professional organizations to train young adults in social media marketing. He is on a mission to create one million jobs by providing practical, hands-on training to students and professionals. As co-author of the Amazon #1 best-selling book The Definitive Guide to TikTok Ads and a speaker in digital marketing, Dennis has helped manage over a billion dollars in Facebook ads for companies like the Golden State Warriors, Nike, and Rosetta Stone. He has been featured in publications such as The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, LA Times, and on networks like NPR and Fox News. Dennis is a globally recognized speaker, having delivered keynotes in 17 countries across five continents. He regularly contributes to industry-leading publications like Adweek, Social Media Examiner, and Social Fresh. His educational background includes studies in Finance and Economics at Southern Methodist University and the London School of Economics.   During the show we discuss: Getting Started With Social Media Ads Content Strategy In Social Media Advertising Avoiding Common Mistakes Understanding 'Conversion Engine' Exploring The 'Dollar A Day' Method Steps For Beginners To Generate Leads Overcoming Challenges In Conversion Lessons From Social Media Advertising   Show resource/s: https://blitzmetrics.com/

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