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Watch clips on YouTube! Subscribe to the SPEAK YOUTUBE CHANNEL (00:00) Excited about Bronny and Cooper Flagg? / Should teams want to trade for LeBron James? (18:42) Speak Up! / Will Aaron Rodgers lead Steelers to playoffs? / What will be the biggest challenge for Travis Hunter? (36:43) Paul or Nothing? / Can Luka Doncic lead Lakers to championship? / Where do you want to see Giannis Antetokounmpo go? (50:47) Vibe Check (1:00:31) Speak Up! / How will the 49ers look this season? (1:10:00) Social Life / Confident the Dodgers get back on track? (1:15:05) Speak Up! (1:20:50) Final thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Watch clips on YouTube! Subscribe to the SPEAK YOUTUBE CHANNEL (00:00) Lionel Messi's latest accomplishment / Will the Cowboys be the surprise team of 2025? / Agree with Steve Spagnuolo about Joe Burrow? / Chiefs still need Travis Kelce to be #1 option? (20:54) Speak Up! / Are the Lakers Luka Doncic's team now? / How good does Bradley Beal make the Clippers? / Devin Booker extension (40:51) Key's Big List (47:28) Social Life / Deion Sanders wants a cap in CFB / How much will the 49ers miss Deebo Samuel? / Falcons potential with Michael Penix Jr. at QB (1:02:18) Speak Up! / Worried about expectations for the Chargers this season? (1:13:11) Social Life / Do the Commanders need to give Terry McLaurin a new deal? (1:22:07) Speak Up! / Are the Celtics trying to do too much? (1:27:46) Final thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Thanks to our partner PromotiveIt's time to hire a superstar for your business; what a grind you have in front of you. Introducing Promotive, a full-service staffing solution for your shop. Promotive has over 40 years of recruiting and automotive experience. If you need qualified technicians and service advisors and want to offload the heavy lifting, visit www.gopromotive.com.Paar Melis and Associates – Accountants Specializing in Automotive RepairVisit us Online: www.paarmelis.comEmail Hunt: podcast@paarmelis.comText Paar Melis @ 301-307-5413Download a Copy of My Books Here:Wrenches to Write-OffsYour Perfect Shop The Aftermarket Radio Network: https://aftermarketradionetwork.com/Remarkable Results Radio Podcast with Carm Capriotto https://remarkableresults.biz/Diagnosing the Aftermarket A to Z with Matt Fanslow https://mattfanslow.captivate.fm/Business by the Numbers with Hunt Demarest https://huntdemarest.captivate.fm/The Auto Repair Marketing Podcast with Kim and Brian Walker https://autorepairmarketing.captivate.fm/The Weekly Blitz with Chris Cotton https://chriscotton.captivate.fm/Speak Up! Effective Communication with Craig O'Neill https://craigoneill.captivate.fm/
Thanks to our partner PromotiveIt's time to hire a superstar for your business; what a grind you have in front of you. Introducing Promotive, a full-service staffing solution for your shop. Promotive has over 40 years of recruiting and automotive experience. If you need qualified technicians and service advisors and want to offload the heavy lifting, visit www.gopromotive.com.Paar Melis and Associates – Accountants Specializing in Automotive RepairVisit us Online: www.paarmelis.comEmail Hunt: podcast@paarmelis.comText Paar Melis @ 301-307-5413Download a Copy of My Books Here:Wrenches to Write-OffsYour Perfect Shop The Aftermarket Radio Network: https://aftermarketradionetwork.com/Remarkable Results Radio Podcast with Carm Capriotto https://remarkableresults.biz/Diagnosing the Aftermarket A to Z with Matt Fanslow https://mattfanslow.captivate.fm/Business by the Numbers with Hunt Demarest https://huntdemarest.captivate.fm/The Auto Repair Marketing Podcast with Kim and Brian Walker https://autorepairmarketing.captivate.fm/The Weekly Blitz with Chris Cotton https://chriscotton.captivate.fm/Speak Up! Effective Communication with Craig O'Neill https://craigoneill.captivate.fm/
Here The Beckie's chat together about what children really need from the adults in their lives, we explore what it means to be an advocate for children and why this really matters. Why do children need advocates? What is the role of all educators for children of all ages? What does this look like in everyday practice, how are children seen and heard ?We discover how to really observe and understand what the children are communicating. Open communications are based on how we feel and what we see, use your power for good to ensure all children and adults are supported, can thrive and feel safe to learn. The child should always be at the centre of their curriculum and their ideas should lead it. We look at challenging the status quo, advocating for yourself and for the children. It is important to speak up and speak out professionally. If you are in a family with children you also have the ability to advocate. After all, it's not every career that is key to developing brains for now and for the future, so we must take our role seriously and keep researching and advocating every day. Want to chat, connect, work with us or run something by us, then head to Rebecca@thrivinglanguage.co.uk and email us. Thank you for listening and being part of this amazing community.Love The Beckies Head to www.thrivinglanguage.co.uk to discover more with The Beckies.Training for educators, key note speakers and workshops, one to one sessions for speech language and communication play sessions for children and families.Publications Routledge:Speech Language and Communication in the Early YearsSpeech Language and Communication for Healthy Little MindsEmail Rebecca@thrivinglanguage.co.ukThank you for listening and being part of this awesome Thriving community who empower all children to be understood. Love The Beckies
Watch clips on YouTube! Subscribe to the SPEAK YOUTUBE CHANNEL (00:00) How good can the Lakers be with Deandre Ayton? / LeBron's fit in LA / Thunder dynasty potential (20:32) How much pressure is Joe Burrow under? / How good can Cowboys be with healthy Dak Prescott? (42:55) Rich Rodriguez joins show (52:44) What version of Deandre Ayton do you expect? / Kevin Durant reflects on time with Nets (1:10:32) Which NFL head coach on a new team will lead his team to most success? (1:18:47) Fair or Foul? (1:26:31) Speak Up! (1:28:09) Final thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Send us a textWelcome back to Is It Me or Is It Them? After a short break, I'm so glad to be back with you—and today, we're diving into something that comes up all the time in relationships: the fear of speaking up.You might think the problem is that you don't know how to say it. But what if the real issue is that you don't think you're allowed to?In this episode, we'll explore:Why many people struggle to voice their needs, even when the words are right thereThe cultural and relational conditioning that makes speaking up feel unsafeHow guilt, shame, and people-pleasing silence us—and what that silence costsA mindset shift that can help you speak with more clarity, confidence, and careWhat to ask yourself when you're stuck between honesty and harmonyWhether you're dealing with in-laws, a disconnected partner, or a moment where your heart is screaming to say something but your mouth won't move—this conversation will help you start untangling the inner blocks to speaking your truth.Mentioned in this episode:My break from the podcast and why honouring your own season mattersThe importance of knowing your intentions before having a hard conversationWhat it looks like to be direct and kind (at the same time)If this episode resonates, I'd be so grateful if you'd leave a review or share it with a friend. And if you're navigating these kinds of stuck points in your own relationship, check out the Reset & Reconnect program here.Thanks for listening—I'll see you next time.Have a topic or question you'd love to hear about?Message me and let me know.email april@lovelossproject.comInstagram @with.love.aprilhttps://www.instagram.com/with.love.april/Sign up to get tips & tools sent to your inbox.https://fun-cell-31288.myflodesk.com/ppxzb70s3e Please note: This show is not a replacement for therapy, assessment, treatment or diagnosis. This show is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. See your physician, counsellor or local crisis support centre if neededAll identifying details about the people and the stories shared here are removed to protect confidentiality.
You've been feeling it too, haven't you? That sense that something is deeply wrong with our mental health system.Maybe you've drafted posts about impossible caseloads or regulations that harm more than they help.But every time you go to hit publish, you stop. What if this gets back to my employer? What if speaking up puts everything at risk?Two weeks ago, I stopped asking "what if" and found out exactly what happens when a therapist refuses to stay quiet. I got banned from LinkedIn. Twice. Not for being unprofessional—but for telling the truth about a system that's failing us.This episode isn't about my LinkedIn drama. It's about the choice every therapist faces: stay safe and silent, or speak up and face the consequences.In this episode, I share:The exact post that got me banned (and why 200,000 people resonated with it)What happened when I tried to appeal—and why creating a new account got me banned again within hoursThe real reason this isn't about platform policies or community guidelinesHow David Dinca's NDIS post made national news and what it reveals about systematic silencingDr. Nat Green's courageous stand on medical gaslighting and complaint systems that retraumatizeWhy my neurodivergent brain responded to being told "you can't" by getting louder, not quieterThe 45 minutes I considered making myself smaller—and what pulled me backWhat resistance with integrity looks like when the system punishes reformWhy this moment clarified rather than crushed my missionBottom Line: The mental health system will not reform itself. Permission to speak up isn't coming. The cost of waiting for someone else to fix what's broken is too high—for us and for those who need our help.
Consider following the family's Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/KaylahHunterandKristianJustice/ Also, please consider sharing the childrens' flyers: https://www.missingkids.org/poster/NCMC/1233401/2 On May 24, 2014, 27-year-old Alicia Fox attended a family gathering in Detroit with her two children, six-year-old Kaylah Hunter and eight-month-old Kristian Justice. It was the last time anyone saw Alicia alive. Around two weeks later, her body was found wrapped in blankets in the basement of an abandoned house. She'd been shot multiple times. Alicia's husband, Erin Justice, was quickly identified as the killer. But when police went to arrest him, he didn't have the children and he claimed he had no idea what happened to them. It's been more than 11 years since Erin was arrested, and Kaylah and Kristian still haven't been found. But Alicia's family believes they're out there somewhere—and they won't stop searching until they're home. Alicia Fox was last seen on May 24, 2014 in Detroit. She was later found shot multiple times in the basement of an abandoned home. Alicia's children—six-year-old Kaylah Hunter and eight-month-old Kristian Justice—were last seen alive on May 26 by Erin's friend, Timothy Jones, at the family home on Ardmore Street. At the time, Erin had been seen driving a U-Haul and a 2004 burgundy Chevrolet Impala. Today, if they are still out there, Kaylah would be 17 years old and Kristian would be 11. When Kaylah went missing, she was six years old, 4 feet 5 inches tall, and 65 pounds with black hair and brown eyes. Kristian was eight months old, between 22 and 26 inches tall, weighing between 17 and 20 pounds. He had black curly hair and brown eyes. Anyone with information about Kaylah and Kristian is asked to contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-SPEAK-UP or visit 1800speakup.org. A reward is available. Editor: James Coleman Research/Writing: Haley Gray SOCIAL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/detperspective/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/detperspective FIND DERRICK HERE Twitter: https://twitter.com/DerrickL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DerrickLevasseur Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DerrickVLevasseur CRIME WEEKLY AND COFFEE Criminal Coffee Company: https://www.CriminalCoffeeCo.com Crime Weekly: https://crimeweeklypodcast.com/shop ADS: 1. https://www.DeleteMe.com - Today get 20% off your DeleteMe plan by texting DETECTIVE to 64000! 2. https://www.TryFUM.com/Detective - Use code DETECTIVE to get your free gift with purchase and start the Good Habit today!
7.7.25 Hour 4 1:00- Jim Duquette, former MLB GM, joins G&D to discuss the Nats firing Mike Rizzo and Davey Martinez. 21:35- Grant wants to see ownership deliver a presser after firing Mike Rizzo and Davey Martinez.
Join us for our Season 3 finale episode with Camp1 Campers! It's the last day of camp, and Ozzie, Sammy, Stella, and their buddy Rufus the bear are in the middle of a super fun soccer game! But just as the game is heating up, Rufus starts feeling dizzy and tired—uh-oh! His blood sugar is low, and that means it's time for a break.Rufus has Type 1 Diabetes, and sometimes he needs to stop and take care of his body—even if he really wants to keep playing. While Stella tries to play on without him, Rufus takes a deep breath and shows real courage by speaking up and asking for what he needs. Ozzie jumps in to help too, and with snacks, support, and kindness from his friends, Rufus feels better soon. Together, the whole team learns that health always comes first, and that being a good friend means learning how to support each other, especially when it comes to something like Type 1 Diabetes.This episode is full of teamwork, bravery, and learning how to be a great campmate. So lace up your cleats, Kiddywinks—it's time to cheer on Rufus and learn something new! Ask ChatGPTChatGPT can make mistakes. Check important info.Support the show
Thank You To Our Partners The Institute, AutoFlow, Shop Dog Marketing, In-BoundWatch Full Video EpisodeIn our Episode today - We're discussing some current millennial insights.Yep. Everyone's favorite generation to reference is now well into their 40's and comprises a significant portion of the job market today.While on the surface - the aftermarket (and everyone else) appeared to struggle to connect with this generation - millennials are now shaping the aftermarket.Our panel today is pure 100% Millennial -featuring our host Craig O'Neill, who welcomes Kent Bullard, Chief Operations Officer at the Institute for Automotive Excellence and Sara Fraser VP of Business Development Auto Ignite Management. The trio will be discussing compelling statistics related to the generation born between 1981 and 1996 and provide outstanding takeaways for managers, owners, and employees to better understand and engage this vital part of your workforce and client base.Wanted! Speak Up Listeners, please add your input in the survey crafted by Kent Bullard:Participate Here: Millennial Insight Survey: Customers, Careers & Culture in Auto RepairParticipants will benefit by receiving updates on the results at the conclusion of the survey August 1, 2025.Listen in as Craig converses on the following stats with Sara and Kent, and you will learn many practical things to improve interactions and get better engagement with your (now middle aged) colleagues and clients!83%The number of millennials that will perform DIY (Do it yourself) research before taking to a shop that will DIFM (Do it for me).84%Of millennials say reviews of a business matter: In terms of doing business with them and in terms of joining that business as a staff member.73%Indicating they found a job on some form of social media.66%Of millennials showing preference for “flat teams” with constant engagement. In other words - they dislike convoluted hierarchy structures that silo teams.71%Is the number stating they consistent performance reviews.Sara discusses having “stay” interviews. 75%State a preference for weekends off. (How is this not 100%?)Kent and Sara elaborate on a few cases where shops have moved to 4 day work weeks.33%State that their work lives do not measure up to the corporate image. In other words, one third are indicating that the way the business is projected is not how it is performing.Thank You To Our Partners The Institute, AutoFlow, AutoLeap, Shop Dog Marketing, In-Bound:The Institute at WeAreTheInstitute.com. "Stop stressing over your business, you deserve a good night's sleep. The Institute's coaching helps you achieve success and financial peace.AutoFlow at AutoFlow.com. Your partner in technology, Autoflow consolidates your client interactions - before, during and after the visit to a single thread. Learn more at Autoflow.comShop Dog Marketing at Shop Dog Marketing.com. "Want to see your auto repair shop thrive? Let Shop Dog Marketing be your guide. Our customer-first approach, combined with AI-driven creative content, ensures top rankings. In-Bound at
Cory Booker on the politics of fear, the politics of hope, and how to split the difference. SOURCES:Cory Booker, senior United States Senator from New Jersey. RESOURCES:"'When Are More Americans Going to Speak Up?'" by The New Yorker Radio Hour (2025)."Cory Booker's Marathon Floor Speech," (2025)."Facebook Knows Instagram Is Toxic for Teen Girls, Company Documents Show," by Georgia Wells, Jeff Horwitz, and Deepa Seetharaman (Wall Street Journal, 2021)."Tucked Into the Tax Bill, a Plan to Help Distressed America," by Jim Tankersley (New York Times, 2018).United: Thoughts on Finding Common Ground and Advancing the Common Good, by Cory Booker (2017)."But What Did Cory Booker Actually Accomplish in Newark?" by J.B. Wogan (Governing, 2013). EXTRAS:"Ten Myths About the U.S. Tax System," by Freakonomics Radio (2025)."The United States of Cory Booker," by Freakonomics Radio (2016).
Send us a textWarning Very Explicit Biblical Content. Listener discretion required. Not suitable for Children or vulnerable adults.It's Time to Speak UpLet me end with one final observation — and I believe it comes straight from the last verse of this dark, sobering chapter. It says: “Consider it, confer on it, then speak up.” That's the call.So when is it time to speak?Let me give you some biblical guidance — a few situations where God's people must raise their voices.1. Speak Up When There's InjusticeThat's the heart of this passage. A woman was brutally abused and killed, and the question is raised: What will Israel do about it?What will you do?If you see injustice — in your community, in your workplace, in your neighbourhood — you don't sit back. You say something.God's people are called to stand for justice — not just pray about it, but speak into it.2. Speak Up When People Are in DangerThe men of Gibeah weren't just wicked. They were dangerous. Do you think what happened that night would be the last time they acted like that?And so it's time to speak up — to prevent further harm.If you have a friend drinking themselves into despair… If someone you know is spiraling in addiction… If someone is caught in a destructive relationship or lifestyle… Love says something. Silence is not kindness. Sometimes silence is complicity.So yes — for their good, for their soul — say something.3. Speak Up About JesusMost importantly: speak up about the only true hope — Jesus Christ.The solution to the mess we're in isn't better laws. It's not moral behavior. It's spiritual transformation.That's why we need to speak.People need the Lord. That's not cliché — it's reality. He's the only one who can rescue this culture, this country, and any human soul from the cliff it's racing toward.So yes, speak up. And don't worry about the labels.Today, if you say anything unpopular, you're called a bigot. A phobe. A hater.This isn't on it andut hate. It's about holiness. It's about a God in heaven who wrote this Book — and who still speaks through it.If this Book is true, then we must speak. If it's not, then anything goes.But I believe it's true. And I believe it's time to speak.Closing WordsYou've heard it before. But it bears repeating. Edmund Burke once said:“The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing.”So, brothers and sisters in Christ — Consider it. Confer on tie and speak up.That's what this passage is calling us to do.Support the showTo listen to my monthly church history podcast, subscribe at; https://thehistoryofthechristianchurch.buzzsprout.com For an ad-free version of my podcasts plus the opportunity to enjoy hours of exclusive content and two bonus episodes a month whilst also helping keep the Bible Project Daily Podcast free for listeners everywhere support me at;|PatreonSupport me to continue making great content for listeners everywhere.https://thebibleproject.buzzsprout.com
Thanks to our Partner, NAPA Autotech TrainingNAPA Autotech's team of ASE Master Certified Instructors are conducting over 1,200 classes covering 28 automotive topics. To see a selection, go to napaautotech.com for more details.Contact InformationEmail Matt: mattfanslowpodcast@gmail.comDiagnosing the Aftermarket A - Z YouTube Channel Subscribe & Review: Loved this episode? Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts and SpotifyThe Aftermarket Radio Network: https://aftermarketradionetwork.com/Remarkable Results Radio Podcast with Carm Capriotto: Advancing the Aftermarket by Facilitating Wisdom Through Story Telling and Open Discussion. https://remarkableresults.biz/Diagnosing the Aftermarket A to Z with Matt Fanslow: From Diagnostics to Metallica and Mental Health, Matt Fanslow is Lifting the Hood on Life. https://mattfanslow.captivate.fm/Business by the Numbers with Hunt Demarest: Understand the Numbers of Your Business with CPA Hunt Demarest. https://huntdemarest.captivate.fm/The Auto Repair Marketing Podcast with Kim and Brian Walker: Marketing Experts Brian & Kim Walker Work with Shop Owners to Take it to the Next Level. https://autorepairmarketing.captivate.fm/The Weekly Blitz with Chris Cotton: Weekly Inspiration with Business Coach Chris Cotton from AutoFix - Auto Shop Coaching. https://chriscotton.captivate.fm/Speak Up! Effective Communication with Craig O'Neill: Develop Interpersonal and Professional Communication Skills when Speaking to Audiences of Any Size. https://craigoneill.captivate.fm/
In this episode, I'm sharing a powerful story about stepping into your God-given purpose—even when fear screams louder than faith. Join me as I unpack the story of Esther and how her obedience, even in discomfort, positioned her to fulfill a divine assignment. If you've been sitting on a book, an offer, or a message because it feels too big or too risky, this conversation is for you. I'll challenge you to stop hiding behind busyness, confront the fears that are silencing your voice, and recognize the wilderness season for what it truly is: preparation for your promised platform. You'll also hear why community is essential, why your voice matters, and why now is the time to move—even if it's messy. Let's rise, roar, and walk boldly into what He's calling us to do. If you are done waiting, then join us here: Resistandroar.com
Watch clips on YouTube! Subscribe to the SPEAK YOUTUBE CHANNEL (00:00) How should Giannis Antetokounmpo feel after Bucks moves? / Should the Steelers take trade offers for T.J. Watt? (17:02) Social Life / Lakers and Deandre Ayton. Is LA still a top free agent destination? (35:39) Speak Up! / Are the Cowboys flying under the radar? / Terry McLaurin wants a new deal (51:10) George Karlaftis joins show (1:04:09) Who will take team further: LeBron James or Aaron Rodgers? (1:11:30) Social Life / Do the Nuggets do enough for Jokic? (1:23:14) Social Life / How much pressure are the Dolphins under? (1:29:14) Final thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
For years, many have blamed the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) for the state's housing crisis. Will rolling it back lead to more housing A bestselling book argues blue states are undermining their agenda with red tape. Gov. Newsom answered the demand for a “politics of abundance” with new housing reforms. Women don't often discuss some of their biggest issues, such as miscarriage, loneliness, lack of intimacy with their partner. The new book “Normalize It” aims to change that. “The Roundup” is a new newspaper celebrating queer cowboy culture, featuring line dance tips, boot picks, poems, and stories from the LGBTQ+ country scene.
Supporting and collaborating with your fellow dental hygienists will boost the profession and patient care. Mentorship is a terrific way to begin. Kandra Sellers, BA, RDH Read by Jackie Sanders https://www.rdhmag.com/career-profession/inspiration/article/55286217/mentorship-and-advocacy-in-dental-hygiene-speak-up-for-patients-and-one-another
Watch clips on YouTube! Subscribe to the SPEAK YOUTUBE CHANNEL (00:00) Man on Monday / Like the Steelers trading for Jalen Ramsey and building a team for Aaron Rodgers? / What are expectations for Joe Burrow and Bengals? (25:13) Speak Up! / Should Lakers keep or trade LeBron James? / Rich Paul's comments / Best fit for Lakers at center? (44:30) Pick one: prime Aaron Rodgers or current Patrick Mahomes? (56:17) Josh Hines-Allen stops by (1:10:49) Should a team want to trade for LeBron? / Could the Celtics trade Derrick White? (1:20:13) Will the Lions be better than last year? (1:25:06) Who wins the AFC West? (1:28:52) Final thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Thank You To Our Partners, The Institute, AutoFlow, AutoLeap, Shop Dog Marketing, In-BoundWatch Full Video EpisodeI want to discuss the benefits of the recent camping trip my wife I and enjoyed in Northern Michigan.As our listeners well understand - we talk a lot about getting outside our comfort zones on this podcast - and while that is usually in the context of practicing our communication skills -Today - the topic is more about stepping AWAY… Part Deux:Immerse:In my reading I learned about a term called the “Three Day Effect” when reading Michael Easter's - The Comfort Crisis. The idea refers to the benefits of spending at minimum - three days immersed in nature to reboot.Goal 1 is important to achieve and goal 2 Immerse ourselves in nature were rooted in this quest to experience the “Three Day Effect' ourselves.In short - we've done our research and learned that South Manitou Island is a really great spot to do all those things - but still have some access to basic needs if we require it. With the exception of food - there is potable water and a bathroom available on the island near the ranger station. Betsy and I hiked about a mile to the Bay area campgrounds, selected an amazing site where the forest meets the beach - and adjacent to one of the usable firepits.The temps were cool. Low 60's High. the low 50's overnight.Our tent setup was great - our food container tight (to prevent chipmunks a.k.a. micro-bears) and our first day explorations were inspiring- well over 10 miles of hiking - views were a bit limited from haze produced by the Canadian wildfires - but the air quality was good - so we were pleased and just marveled at the views we were treated to. The island is visible from the mainland, but the views of the dunes are uniquely awesome when you are standing on them looking in on the island. I could mention the waist high poison Ivy - the mosquitoes - and the Rather funny, but what I loved the most - was the challenge it was to find good down-and-dead wood for a fire. I had only a Leatherman with a small saw.We didn't need a fire - as we carried a small stove and fuel - but we had resolved to go swimming in the lake… and that water, my friends… is cold. We wanted some ‘heat' insurance.Day one - we decided against swimming - as we just didn't anticipate how difficult it was to make a decent fire.Day two - it was cloudy and cool - but not as much haze. We put less pressure on ourselves for exploration but easily hiked over 8 miles - and this time found some really great branches for a fire that would last. The last part of our hike consisted of carrying armfulls of branches and logs.I mention this because this is when I really felt my mind stop tracking on ‘other' things. A simple - old as time task - like finding firewood on a remote island was … rewarding.The reward was mostly manifest in the return of our resolve to plunge into the lake water.The water temp is cold-plunge ready at this time of the year - low to mid 50's (F)That's pretty cold on a breezy, cloudy day with the air temps in the low 60s…But in we went!I'll be clear - we did NOT stay in the water long. Nonetheless - as we walked back to the campsite a few hundred feet away, we did not feel cold. Just… really refreshed. The air we had thought cold before - was no longer.To keep a long story short - I'll say that we enjoyed a great fire that night… but noted our food would run out if the weather became too rough overnight.We had been told by the ranger on our arrival to return to the ferry dock early on our last day
Many people are wandering into dangerous places. Pray for a sixth, seventh or an eighth sense to help people who are headed for trouble.
Song 1: “Speak Up,” (composed and performed by John V. Modaff, with guitars by Dan Modaff and Dave Merrill)Poem 1: “Sound Barrier” by Scott Wiggerman from the “Fire” chapter of Presence (San Antonio TX: Pecan Grove Press, 2011), a book arranged around the elements.Fiction excerpt: from the novel Death of a Department Chair by Lynn C. Miller. University of Wisconsin Press, 2006. https://uwpress.wisc.edu/Books/D/Death-of-a-Department-Chair Feed the cat break: “Cats, Cats, Cats” (Andrew Preston and AP Harbor)Poem 2: from ee cummings, poem #22 from XAIPE, 1950. This innovative modern poet (1894-1962) revitalized language from the familiar. He was also a painter, essayist, author, and playwright.Song 2: “Tell Me,” composed and performed by John V. Modaff.Episode artwork by Lynda Miller Theme & Incidental Music by John V. Modaff, BMI Recorded in Albuquerque NM and Morehead KY. Produced at The Creek Studio NEXT UP on Episode 50: “Levity and Gravity” Thank You to our listeners all over the world. Please tell your friends about the podcast. Lynn & John
Watch clips on YouTube! Subscribe to the SPEAK YOUTUBE CHANNEL (00:00) Have the Celtics gotten better? / How good will the Lakers be with a motivated Luka Doncic? (27:36) Speak Up! / Will Brock Purdy be worth his new deal? / Bengals holding Joe Burrow back? (55:55) Speak Up! / Do you feel for Kevin Durant? (1:07:35) Key's Big List (1:13:46) Paul Pierce's top NBA Draft prospects (1:24:11) Did we overreact to Aaron Rodgers missing OTAs? (1:25:58) Speak Up! (1:28:21) Check out Keyshawn's LA Legends series coming soon! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Watch clips on YouTube! Subscribe to the SPEAK YOUTUBE CHANNEL (00:00) What does the first title for the Thunder mean for the NBA? / Is Shai Gilgeous-Alexander the face of the league? / Like the Jrue Holiday trade? (36:11) Speak Up! / Buying that this is Aaron Rodgers' final NFL season? (46:42) Terron Armstead stops by to talk Tua Tagovailoa and the Jets (1:09:35) Social Life / Did SGA take best Thunder ever title from Kevin Durant? (1:16:25) Will Jayden Daniels and the Commanders win the NFC East? (1:20:09) Social Life / What will the Celtics miss most about Jrue Holiday? (1:24:58) How far can Baker Mayfield take the Bucs? (1:28:08) Report: Celtics trade Kristaps Porzingis trade Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
You won't hear this analysis on CNN: What are Iranians really saying about the fall of the regime? Israel innovation envoy Fleur Hassan-Nahoum is joined by Emily Schrader (human rights activist and Iran expert), Shoshana Keats-Jaskoll (founder of Chochmat Nashim) and special guest Matthew Nouriel, Iranian activist and Director of Community Engagement at JIMENA, to break down the dramatic joint U.S.-Israel strike on Iran—including a strike on Tehran's notorious Evin Prison, long used to silence political dissidents.
Watch clips on YouTube! Subscribe to the SPEAK YOUTUBE CHANNEL (00:00) Thunder win NBA Title (28:41) Does Kevin Durant make the Rockets contenders? (46:39) Are Shedeur Sanders speeding tickets a distraction for the Browns? / Does Aaron Rodgers have anything left? (1:00:15) Truth Lounge (1:08:58) Pacers exit interview (1:21:00) Matthew Stafford passed over $400M in on the field career pay (1:24:22) Speak Up! (1:28:00) Final thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ethan Burris is a senior associate dean in the business school at the University of Texas at Austin, where he is also a professor of management. Ethan has helped improve operations and employee engagement for several top companies, including Fortune 500 companies in technology, financial services, casual dining, grocery, and retail sectors, along with hospitals, defense contractors, commercial real estate companies, and governmental agencies. He has also acted as a visiting scholar for Microsoft and Google. Ethan earned a PhD and MS from Cornell University where he worked as a lecturer before joining Texas. In this episode we discuss the following: In order for leaders to consistently make the best decisions, they need access to the best information. But all too often, employees who have that information don't speak up. To get employees to speak up, maybe the most important thing managers can do is proactively reach out and solicit voice. No good manager has ever said they have a closed-door policy. But if we don't have systems in place that encourage employee voice, our door will feel much more closed to employees than we perceive. Simple techniques can help employees speak up. For example, managers can use the two-question, two-word response check in at the beginning of meetings: How are you feeling? What's going on? This gives people a chance to speak, while also creating an expectation that everyone has something to say. Eye contact can also be important. When we give deference to people it signals we trust them and helps them feel like speaking up. It's also important for leaders to be consistent, otherwise it feels risky to speak up. Proactively seeking voice comes at a cost. Many of the Type A+ people Ethan consults with feel like some of these things are too touchy feel. Some of the activities also take time that could be spent on other things. By proactively seeking out voice, we signal that we value it and increase the odds that we get access to the best information from our employees. Connect on Social Media: X: https://twitter.com/nate_meikle LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/natemeikle/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nate_meikle/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@nate.meikle
Thank You To Our Partners, The Institute, AutoFlow, AutoLeap, Shop Dog Marketing, In-BoundWatch Full Video EpisodeIn our episode today…I want to discuss the benefits of the recent camping trip my wife and I enjoyed in Northern Michigan.As our listeners well understand - we talk a lot about getting outside our comfort zones on this podcast - and while that is usually in the context of practicing our communication skills, today, the topic is more about stepping AWAY… Specifically from people, electronics, and modern comforts or modes of transportation, and instead highlight the benefits of immersing yourself in nature and rebooting your mind.My wife, Betsy, and I did our stepping away together by stepping onto a ferryboat and taking a nearly 2-hour trip West into Lake Michigan. We traveled from Fishtown in Leland (tip of the pinky on the Michigan map) and docked at South Manitou Island, where we would hike and camp with only the things we carried.South Manitou is a 10-mile circumference, barely inhabited island in the Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore. Its pristine fresh water is as blue as the Caribbean, just not as warm!If our adventure intrigues you, you'll enjoy this episode, as I hope to challenge and encourage you to seek out a similar type of adventure, as well as learn why I think this topic merits greater emphasis in our modern lives, now more than ever.Today's WOTD is: GarrulousGAIR-uh-lusadjectiveContaining many and often too many words.Talkative. Verbosity.“He delivered a rather garrulous speech.”Some Context:This camping trip has been on the calendar for me and my wife most of the year.Our anniversary gift(s) to ourselves has involved a mix of ordering camping gear online -to frequent trips to REI.What's important to note is that I have virtually no real experience ‘camping' or ‘backpacking.'Sure, I am into rucking as a fitness regime, and that builds strength to carry heavy loads long distances - hiking and backpacking involve practical gear, and as light a load as you can possibly make to bring what you need to survive.Our goals were threefold. 1.) Unplug and disconnect from devices, noise, and distraction2.) Immerse ourselves in nature3.) Reboot and return refreshed - with the “Three Day Effect” (which we'll explain)My hope was that this will improve for my wife and I both, our creative minds, our ability to focus and solve problems, and in general become more adept with backpacking and camping to take longer adventures together!UNPLUG:On the goal of disconnecting:Listen. I've felt like stepping away from constant connection for a while now.I've done something of an Irish Goodbye with Facebook. That is, I never said anything, I just sort of left it. There are so many reasons, many of which our Speak Up listeners are familiar with. Despite benefiting from a social media presence in my career, I am no fan of social media.I could tell you more about alarming statistics of wasted human time (i.e. that the equivalent of 200,000 entire human lifetimes are spent endlessly scrolling social media)I could talk about how companies like Meta are harvesting every piece of data they can about you to manipulate you to a.) spend more time on their ecosystem and b.) spend money with their advertisers.I could tell you I'm sick of being distracted…But the real catalyst for me was regarding some exchanges I observed among even respected friends. Public disputes were becoming more common - toxic groupthink was becoming more normalized - and antithetical points...
In this episode, we delve into the critical role of allyship in the workplace with Wendy O'Neill, Head of Business Development at CDW, who shares her personal experiences and practical strategies for becoming a better ally. Wendy discusses how to recognize and support colleagues whose voices are often unheard, how to foster allyship within a team, and the powerful impact of situational awareness in meetings. She also talks about leading by example, addressing unconscious biases, and building relationships with allies who are different from us. The episode concludes with actionable tips for advocating for oneself and others, creating an inclusive and high-performing team culture. 01:27 The Power of Allyship in Building Confidence and Careers 08:43 How to Be A Great Ally (Practical Tips) 10:52 The Best Way To Support Overlooked Voices In Meetings 17:49 The Right Way to Ask An Ally For Support in Meetings 19:49 The Secret to Transform Conflict into Allyship 25:11 Tips to Encourage Your Team to Speak Up 27:51 How to Create a Culture of Allyship in Your Team and Company 37:45 Final Thoughts on Allyship ✅ About Wendi O'Neill Wendi O'Neill is the Head of Business Development for CDW's Digital Velocity (DV) division, where she leads high-performing teams focused on helping organizations navigate digital transformation through modern technology practices. Wendi holds a Master's degree in Leadership and Innovation from the University of Queensland and serves as Vice Chair of CDW's Women's Opportunity Network. A champion for mentorship and strong leadership representation, Wendi is committed to fostering the next generation of changemakers in tech. ✅ Take the Quiz 'Do You Speak Like a High-Impact Leader?': https://myassertiveway.outgrow.us/highimpactleader ✅ Free Newsletter: https://assertiveway.com/newsletter/ ✅ Listen on the Speak Your Mind Unapologetically podcast on Apple Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/speak-your-mind-unapologetically-podcast/id1623647915 ✅ Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6L1myPkiJXYf5SGrublYz2 ✅ Order our book, ‘Unapologetic Voice: 101 Real-World Strategies for Brave Self Advocacy & Bold Leadership' where each strategy is also a real story: https://www.amazon.com/Unapologetic-Voice-Real-World-Strategies-Leadership-ebook/dp/B0CW2X4WWL/ ✅ Follow the show host, Ivna Curi, on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivna-curi-mba-67083b2/ ✅ Request A Customized Workshop For Your Team And Company: http://assertiveway.com/workshops Contact me: info@assertiveway.com or ivnacuri@assertiveway.com Contact me on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivna-curi-mba-67083b2 ✅ Support The Podcast Rate the podcast on apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/speak-your-mind-unapologetically-podcast/id1623647915
This program features guests from the Speak Up Symposium, a panel discussion on physical and mental health, which is a part of the 2025 Montana Football Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, Saturday, June 28 in Billings. Click on the podcast […] The post Speak Up Symposium Highlights Athletes' Need to Discuss Their Health first appeared on Voices of Montana.
Send us a text“Think of your career as a mosaic, it's not going to be this linear climb up the corporate ladder that it once was, you are going to have experiences that take you in one direction, that add color to your mosaic, and that's OK. It doesn't have to make sense right now and it also doesn't need to make sense to anyone other than you.”How do we help the next generation of women thrive in today's workplace? In this inspiring conversation, I sit down with Jenna Rogers—founder of Career Civility and workplace communication coach—who's on a mission to equip Gen Z women with the tools they need to speak up, be heard, and succeed. From decoding multi-generational communication challenges to breaking free from outdated corporate norms, Jenna shares powerful advice on navigating the modern workplace with clarity, confidence, and impact. Whether you're just starting out or leading a team of your own, this episode will leave you rethinking what it means to truly connect and lead with purpose.Connect with Jenna:Career Civilityhttps://www.instagram.com/careercivility/https://www.tiktok.com/@jennacareercivilitySupport the showVisit the Have A Seat website for more episodes at: www.haveaseatconversations.com or even better, leave me a quick voicemail at: https://www.haveaseatconversations.com/voicemail/ and let's continue the conversation.Thanks for listening!
Send us a textThe Bucks whine about the weather again...and again.Do you have a butt dial story? Let us know. We're all ears, hearing aids and all. Bucks reconnect with Old Buck Gene, whose memory issues have taken a turn for the better. Amazing.Bucks pay tribute to Sly Stone and Brian Wilson, two monsters of the music of our youth. Do you have a favorite song from either? Let us know.Dave attended the No Kings demonstration in Sarasota. It's a good start.Our two bonus tracks are renditions of Amazing Grace sung by descendants of the original peoples of North America. Susan Aglukark sings in Inuit and Iveta Sunyata sings in Cherokee“Patriotism is supporting your country all of the time and your government when it deserves it.” - Mark TwainGive us your thoughts: BUCKSTWOOLD@GMAIL.COM Find Two Old Bucks on Facebook and YouTubeLeave a Voice message - click HEREWHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO WITH THE REST OF YOUR LIFE?
Thanks to our partner PromotiveIt's time to hire a superstar for your business; what a grind you have in front of you. Introducing Promotive, a full-service staffing solution for your shop. Promotive has over 40 years of recruiting and automotive experience. If you need qualified technicians and service advisors and want to offload the heavy lifting, visit www.gopromotive.com.Paar Melis and Associates – Accountants Specializing in Automotive RepairVisit us Online: www.paarmelis.comEmail Hunt: podcast@paarmelis.comText Paar Melis @ 301-307-5413Download a Copy of My Books Here:Wrenches to Write-OffsYour Perfect Shop The Aftermarket Radio Network: https://aftermarketradionetwork.com/Remarkable Results Radio Podcast with Carm Capriotto https://remarkableresults.biz/Diagnosing the Aftermarket A to Z with Matt Fanslow https://mattfanslow.captivate.fm/Business by the Numbers with Hunt Demarest https://huntdemarest.captivate.fm/The Auto Repair Marketing Podcast with Kim and Brian Walker https://autorepairmarketing.captivate.fm/The Weekly Blitz with Chris Cotton https://chriscotton.captivate.fm/Speak Up! Effective Communication with Craig O'Neill https://craigoneill.captivate.fm/
Watch clips on YouTube! Subscribe to the SPEAK YOUTUBE CHANNEL (00:00) NBA Finals Game 6 preview / Buss family to sell majority of Lakers ownership (27:21) Speak Up! / Should Lamar Jackson be the highest paid player in the NFL? / Shedeur Sanders cited for speeding violation (40:50) Agree with LeBron James about ring culture? / Is the physicality against Caitlin Clark justified? (1:06:01) “Crystal Paul” / How do the Pacers force a Game 7? (1:15:02) LeBron James speaks on a potential acting career / More faith in Ravens or Bills to win Super Bowl? (1:22:25) Fair or Foul? (1:26:32) Do the Thunder close out Finals in Game 6? (1:28:25) Final thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Watch clips on YouTube! Subscribe to the SPEAK YOUTUBE CHANNEL (00:00) Thunder take 3-2 series lead over Pacers (28:01) How good will Steelers be with Aaron Rodgers? / Have the Browns been waiting for a QB like Shedeur Sanders? (39:32) Speak Up! / What do the Lakers need to do to add to the team? (54:26) Truth Lounge (1:04:36) Social Life / Did the Magic overpay for Desmond Bane? (1:14:48) Smart for Saquon Barkley to take it easier this offseason? / How far can C.J. Stroud take the Texans? (1:24:52) Speak Up! (1:29:11) Final thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Watch clips on YouTube! Subscribe to the SPEAK YOUTUBE CHANNEL (00:00) The Man on Monday / Latest with Micah Parsons and Aaron Rodgers (16:20) Did the Thunder steal momentum from Pacers with Game 4 win? (32:56) How dangerous is a healthy and motivated Chiefs team? / Can 49ers maintain a winning culture? (52:17) Speak Up! / Caitlin Clark's WNBA return (1:11:08) More likely: OKC blowout or Pacers get the win? (1:21:30) Social Life / Josh Allen following up MVP season (1:27:11) What team is the best fit for Kevin Durant? (1:29:31) Final thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
What stops you from speaking up when it matters most? Healthcare leader Sarah Crawford-Bohl offers a practical, compassionate framework to have difficult conversations with clarity and heart — and shows how it can lead to stronger teams and real impact.Want to help shape TED's shows going forward? Fill out our survey!Become a TED Member today at https://ted.com/joinLearn more about TED Next at ted.com/futureyou Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Thank You To Our Partners, The Institute, AutoFlow, AutoLeap, Shop Dog Marketing, In-BoundWatch Full Video EpisodeEmail-Seriously!In many business conversations the first correspondence is often by email and it is NOT going away anytime soon. While YES email in general has MANY problems there are still professionals who are more responsive to emails than texts or phone calls.We'll be talking about email in terms of impressions, practicality, and interactions.I'll lay a few ideas out and then we'll discuss some best practices for team ownership so email correspondence doesn't result in dropped balls.Today's WOTD is: EloquentWe'll define our word - after we hear a word from our sponsors who make this show possible!adjective: marked by forceful and fluent expression, an eloquent preacher: vividly or movingly expressive or revealing, an eloquent monumentOn Making an Impression:In the aftermarket - and countless other small businesses - it is very common to see email interaction with people using public domain email addresses. This can be the casual: .gmail.com / .icloud.com / .yahoo.com | The older… @aol.com / @hotmail.com / @netscape.com.Or - what I will simply call “serious” emails - those that use their own custom domain names.While we ALL use some casual and older email suffix - I want to raise a few points to help you consider moving yourself or your organization to owning, maintaining, or providing your own email domain.There is just no denying the casual nature of the suffix, and it feels like an afterthought in business settings if you're still relying on .gmail… Sending an email with a link from your shop? Best if it is not from rando@gmail.com.If you're networking, applying for a job, or running a transaction - a more “serious” email suffix does appear more professional, stands out, and builds trust.Is it a game changer? Not always - but like any other feature of a business, it is a factor in how you are being perceived.Communication goes far beyond the words we use - and absolutely involves our outward appearances - even our digital appearance. With most every inbox - before every subject -is the address the email is from.On the older suffixes, it's commonly joked about, but there are strong assumptions that if you have an AOL email address today in 2025 - you most likely no long care that “you've got mail” and you probably won't check it either. Is it fair? No maybe not - but I can speak from experience on this. If you are working with a client using older emails like AOL - and you must email them - I'm a big fan of calling to let those individuals know to check their email… in most cases. If you're offended by this and you use an AOL email - go ahead and send an email to
What will the future hold for our wild horses with the prospect of Project 2025 looming over our country? The 2026 White House budget request represents an unprecedented threat, removing protections that have safeguarded wild horses from slaughter since 2017. Meanwhile, the BLM plans to eliminate entire herds in Wyoming, despite legal appeals still pending. Project 2025 calls for the “humane disposal” of these animals, and this budget appears to follow that path. With over 10,000 additional horses scheduled for removal before 2026, holding facilities will be overwhelmed, setting the stage for mass euthanasia behind closed doors. Now is the time to call your representatives and tell them wild horses must remain protected. Get full show notes and more information here: https://www.wildhoofbeats.com/54
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Watch clips on YouTube! Subscribe to the SPEAK YOUTUBE CHANNEL (00:00) NBA Finals Game 4 preview (26:29) Biggest winner of the Aaron Rodgers Steelers signing? / Should Rodgers be more excited to play Packers or Jets? / Dak Prescott and George Pickens (44:37) The Truth's Crystal Paul / How much pressure is on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander tonight? (1:01:40) Does Knicks players reaction prove that firing Tom Thibodeau was a mistake? (1:13:41) Speak Up! / Will Travis Hunter have a bigger impact on offense or defense as a rookie? (1:22:43) Joy's Friday Flowers (1:24:55) Are the Pacers being disrespected as underdogs in Game 4? (1:27:27) Final thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On this podcast, we're not focused on just having sex. We want wives to experience great sex. But how do we define that? Today, we're diving into what makes for great sex in marriage and how to get there. Sponsor Get 25% off any Share the Soap lotion or hydrosol in the month of June with our coupon code: FCWSummer. Let soothing touch and scents for your sheets spark deeper connection. Turn bedtime into bonding time with Share the Soap massage lotions and hydrosols. And preorder our new Table Talk Masterclass on Sexual Desire Differences: Understanding and Navigating a Mismatch in the Sheets NOW! Dropping on or around July 1, 2025. From the Bible But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law. Galatians 5:22–23 Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves. Romans 12:10 Your beauty should not come from outward adornment, such as elaborate hairstyles and the wearing of gold jewelry or fine clothes. Rather, it should be that of your inner self, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is of great worth in God's sight. 1 Peter 3:3–4 I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all people— for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness. 1 Timothy 2:1–2 (just a comparison of the same word in Greek translated quiet, also translated sometimes as tranquil) Resources Episode 195: Explaining Women's Sexual Response Understanding Your Sex Drive – Webinar Replay (only $5 for a limited time!) Be His Porn Star? Here's the Problem... | Intimacy in Marriage (Bonny thought it was J, but it's from the other Julie!) He Wants a Wild-Cat in Bed. That's Not Me. • Bonny's Oysterbed7 Love (and Sex in Marriage) Is Not Self-Seeking - Hot, Holy & Humorous Understanding Her Sex Drive – Webinar Replay (only $5 for a limited time!) Episode 43: Dealing with Sexual Baggage Dealing with Sexual Baggage | The Forgiven Wife Episode 177: Addressing Sexual Pain, with Debby Wade Episode 186: Speak Up! (Quickie) Wives, Your Voice Matters (in the Bedroom & Beyond) - Hot, Holy & Humorous 5 Thoughts to Feel Great About Yourself and Improve Your Sexual Interest • Bonny's Oysterbed7 One Step Forward | The Forgiven Wife Healthy Marriage, Healthy Sex Life (the One-Another Series) • Bonny's Oysterbed7 Healthy Marriages Start with Healthy People - Hot, Holy & Humorous Thanks for joining us at the virtual kitchen table for another great chat! We'd love for you to join our inner circle by supporting us on Patreon. You can contribute to our wonderful ministry while getting some fun perks for yourself! Check it out here: https://patreon.com/ForChristianWives If you could, leave a rating and/or review so that others can find the show. Please also check out our website and webinars at forchristianwives.com. And visit our individual ministry pages for more resources as well: Strong Wives - Bonny Burns Honeycomb & Spice - Chris Taylor Hot, Holy & Humorous - J. Parker
In this powerful and deeply authentic episode of That Sober Guy Podcast, we sit down with Army veteran and host of This Sober Vet Podcast, Joe Yurick, who's celebrating three years of sobriety — and he's got stories, insight, and a mission that'll inspire you to the core. We dive into some real talk around:Rewiring your brain's reward system after giving up alcoholWhy veterans are especially vulnerable to addiction and mental health strugglesThe sobering truth behind the statistic: 22 veterans a day die by suicideThe life-saving power of connection, support, and serviceHow Joe uses This Sober Vet Podcast to create a lifeline for other veterans on the path to recoveryThis episode is packed with wisdom, raw honesty, a few laughs (because what's healing without humor?), and a shared commitment to living life fully, without a crutch.Actionable Takeaways:Find a New Reward – Whether it's cold plunges, jiu-jitsu, meditation, or mowing your lawn with headphones and a fresh podcast—find something healthy that fires off those dopamine hits.You're Not Alone – Connection is the opposite of addiction. Plug into a support system, whether it's a local group, a sponsor, or a community like Victory Circle.Speak Up, Reach Out – Especially for veterans: your story, your struggle, and your recovery matter. You don't have to suffer in silence.
Watch clips on YouTube! Subscribe to the SPEAK YOUTUBE CHANNEL (00:00) Reaction to the Pacers Game 3 win over the Thunder / Are the 49ers a threat to make it back to the Super Bowl? (22:17) Speak Up! Should Bengals fans be worried? / More likely to win AFC West: Chargers or Broncos? (39:47) Which teams become contenders if Kevin Durant joined them? (57:27) Speak Up! / How will the Steelers offense look with Aaron Rodgers and Arthur Smith? (1:08:14) More impressed with Pacers or disappointed in the Thunder? (1:17:17) Fair or Foul? (1:23:16) Like how Cam Ward is handling himself during camp? (1:28:29) Final thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. this week did something he had promised not to do: He fired every member of the scientific advisory committee that recommends which vaccines should be given to whom. And he replaced them, in some cases, with vaccine skeptics. Meanwhile, hundreds of employees of the National Institutes of Health sent an open letter of dissent to the agency's director, Jay Bhattacharya, accusing the Trump administration of policies that “undermine the NIH mission, waste our public resources, and harm the health of Americans and people across the globe.” Anna Edney of Bloomberg News, Sarah Karlin-Smith of the Pink Sheet, and Joanne Kenen of the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health and Politico Magazine join KFF Health News' Julie Rovner to discuss these stories and more. Also this week, Rovner interviews Douglas Holtz-Eakin, president of the American Action Forum and former director of the Congressional Budget Office, to discuss how the CBO works and why it's so controversial. Plus, for “extra credit,” the panelists suggest health policy stories they read this week that they think you should read, too: Julie Rovner: Stat's “Lawmakers Lobby Doctors To Keep Quiet — or Speak Up — on Medicaid Cuts in Trump's Tax Bill,” by Daniel Payne. Joanne Kenen: ProPublica's “DOGE Developed Error-Prone AI Tool To ‘Munch' Veterans Affairs Contracts,” by Brandon Roberts, Vernal Coleman, and Eric Umansky. Anna Edney: KFF Health News' “Two Patients Faced Chemo. The One Who Survived Demanded a Test To See if It Was Safe,” by Arthur Allen. Sarah Karlin-Smith: Wired's “The Bleach Community Is Ready for RFK Jr. To Make Their Dreams Come True,” by David Gilbert. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Thanks to our partner PromotivePlanning for taxes shouldn't feel like rolling the dice. In this episode of Business by the Numbers, Hunt walks through how smart shop owners use real data, not hope, to forecast and manage their tax obligations all year long.Why Q2 and Q3 are the real moneymakers for accurate tax forecastingWhen it actually makes sense to buy that truck for the write-offHow and when to adjust your tax estimates (and why it matters)The truth about retirement contributions as a tax strategyCommon mistakes shop owners make by skipping tax planningThanks to our partner PromotiveIt's time to hire a superstar for your business; what a grind you have in front of you. Introducing Promotive, a full-service staffing solution for your shop. Promotive has over 40 years of recruiting and automotive experience. If you need qualified technicians and service advisors and want to offload the heavy lifting, visit www.gopromotive.com.Paar Melis and Associates – Accountants Specializing in Automotive RepairVisit us Online: www.paarmelis.comEmail Hunt: podcast@paarmelis.comText Paar Melis @ 301-307-5413Download a Copy of My Books Here:Wrenches to Write-OffsYour Perfect Shop The Aftermarket Radio Network: https://aftermarketradionetwork.com/Remarkable Results Radio Podcast with Carm Capriotto https://remarkableresults.biz/Diagnosing the Aftermarket A to Z with Matt Fanslow https://mattfanslow.captivate.fm/Business by the Numbers with Hunt Demarest https://huntdemarest.captivate.fm/The Auto Repair Marketing Podcast with Kim and Brian Walker https://autorepairmarketing.captivate.fm/The Weekly Blitz with Chris Cotton https://chriscotton.captivate.fm/Speak Up! Effective Communication with Craig O'Neill https://craigoneill.captivate.fm/
Watch clips on YouTube! Subscribe to the SPEAK YOUTUBE CHANNEL (00:00) Man on Monday / James Cook Bills holdout / Justin Fields vs Aaron Rodgers (18:03) Did the Thunder retake control of the NBA Finals? (30:01) Speak Up! / Can the Texans make a Super Bowl run this season? / Brock Purdy talk (42:18) Truth Lounge (51:34) Social Life / Will LeBron James be okay with the Lakers being Luka Doncic's team? (1:02:15) Vibe Check (1:07:29) Final thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Watch clips on YouTube! Subscribe to the SPEAK YOUTUBE CHANNEL (00:00) More to gain from NBA Finals win: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander or Tyrese Haliburton? / Best fits for Tom Thibodeau? / Can the Knicks win with Karl-Anthony Towns? (19:47) Speak Up! / Will Travis Hunter have an immediate impact for the Jaguars? (28:50) Will LeBron James have a positive impact on Luka Doncic? / Bronny's future with the Lakers (43:40) Speak Up! / Is Shedeur Sanders the best fit for the Browns? / What version of Sam Darnold will show up with the Seahawks? (59:59) Paul's Big List (1:04:17) Can politics disrupt team chemistry? (1:08:12) Final thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Watch clips on YouTube! Subscribe to the SPEAK YOUTUBE CHANNEL (00:00) Knicks fire head coach Tom Thibodeau / Trust Shai Gilgeous-Alexander or Tyrese Haliburton more? (22:24) Speak Up! Should Cowboys be worried about Micah Parsons' absence at OTAs? (35:00) Does Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Raptors make sense? / Has the NBA evolved past superstars? (56:20) Timberwolves exit interview (1:05:23) Justin Fields and Shedeur Sanders expectations in 2025 (1:14:45) The Truth Lounge (1:21:44) Confident in the Lions in 2025? (1:28:30) Final thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices