Podcasts about Specialty

What if the insurance industry could move at the speed of modern technology?In this episode of Making Risk Flow, Christian Stobbs, we revisit one of our top episodes of 2026 where Juan de Castro sits down with Christian Stobbs, Chief Strategy & Corporate Development Officer at Markel, joins host Juan de Castro to discuss what it takes to build a preeminent specialty insurer in an increasingly technology-driven market. Christian explains why speed, customer obsession, technical expertise, and principled decision-making must work together as a unified competitive advantage. The conversation explores how insurers can localize strategy across international markets, reduce costly operational inefficiencies, and deploy AI to enhance underwriting and claims without losing critical human judgment. Christian also shares why transformational technology initiatives should operate with startup-style urgency, how AI will reshape underwriting roles, and why the insurers that adapt fastest will define the future of specialty insurance. Fan Mail: Got a challenge digitizing your intake? Share it with us, and we'll unpack solutions from our experience at Cytora.To receive a custom demo from Cytora, click here and use the code 'Making Risk Flow'.Our previous guests include: Bronek Masojada of PPL, Craig Knightly of Inigo, Andrew Horton of QBE Insurance, Simon McGinn of Allianz, Stephane Flaquet of Hiscox, Matthew Grant of InsTech, Paul Brand of Convex, Paolo Cuomo of Gallagher Re, and Thierry Daucourt of AXA.Check out the three most downloaded episodes:The Five Pillars of Data Analytics Strategy in Insurance | Craig Knightly, Inigo20 Years as CEO of Hiscox: Personal Reflections and the Evolution of PPL | Bronek MasojadaImplementing ESG in the Insurance and Underwriting Space | Simon Tighe, Chaucer, and Paul McCarney, Moody's

Specialty pharmacy is becoming one of the most important access points in modern healthcare, particularly for patients managing complex, chronic, rare, and high-cost conditions. As therapies advance and patient needs become more sophisticated, health systems are rethinking how specialty pharmacy can improve medication access, continuity of care, clinical outcomes, affordability, and the overall patient experience.   In this special episode of This Week in Pharmacy, the Pharmacy Podcast Network introduces Specialty Care Close to Home, a new series examining how hospitals and health systems are designing, building, supporting, and scaling specialty pharmacy services across health-system and community-based care models.   Featured Guests   Dr. Laura Mark, PharmD Vice President of Pharmacy, Allegheny Health Network   Allison Arant Senior Vice President, Clearway Health   Chris Corsi Chief Executive Officer, CassianRx   Together, the guests discuss why health-system specialty pharmacy expansion matters, what successful programs require, and where the greatest strategic and operational challenges exist. The conversation explores how strong partnerships, integrated clinical workflows, patient-centered technology, and coordinated care teams can reduce fragmentation and improve specialty medication access.   Discussion Highlights The growing strategic role of health-system specialty pharmacy Keeping patients connected to trusted local care teams Improving access, adherence, affordability, and therapy management Building scalable specialty pharmacy infrastructure Integrating clinical, operational, and technology capabilities Overcoming payer, workflow, workforce, and reimbursement challenges Creating collaborative models that support long-term sustainability   Future episodes of Specialty Care Close to Home will explore accreditation, payer access, manufacturer relationships, clinical workflow, patient engagement, technology infrastructure, data reporting, community access, workforce development, and financial sustainability.   The series will also feature pharmacy directors, vice presidents, executives, operators, and innovators from health systems across the country who are leading the next generation of specialty care delivery.   Host: Todd Eury, Founder of the Pharmacy Podcast Network   Coming Soon: Specialty Care Close to Home—a national conversation about bringing advanced specialty pharmacy services closer to where patients live, work, and receive care.

Welcome to Insurance Covered, the podcast that covers everything insurance.In this episode, Wendy Hauser, President of US Wholesale and Specialty at Markel, shares insights into the world of excess and surplus insurance, its regulation, and its significance in the evolving insurance landscape. Discover how E&S fills gaps in coverage, the differences between admitted and non-admitted insurers, and the future of this dynamic market.We hope you enjoyed this episode, if you did please subscribe to be notified when new episodes release. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX Group, says it's news and headlines which are currently in the driver's seat when it comes to what's on buyers' minds and what's driving the markets.

What does living well with HIV look like today, and what can we all learn from those on the journey? Many Americans mistakenly believe HIV is no longer a serious health issue, which can reduce testing and treatment rates. While medical advancements allow individuals with HIV to lead long, healthy lives, early diagnosis and consistent treatment remain essential. New cases continue to rise, particularly among younger people and underserved communities.  Tune in as we sit down with Helen Everett, a CVS Specialty pharmacist, and Christopher Hooper, a CVS Specialty patient living with HIV on the importance of awareness and compassionate care. Moments with Marianne Radio Show airs in the Southern California area on KMET1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio Affiliate!  https://www.kmet1490am.com Helen Everett is a CVS Specialty pharmacist who supports patients across a range of complex and specialty conditions, including HIV, helping them understand treatment options and navigate ongoing, long‑term care.Christopher Hooper has lived with HIV for decades and shares firsthand insight into how treatment and outlook have evolved. His long‑standing relationship with his pharmacist highlights how consistent, specialized support helps patients stay confident, adherent, and engaged in care. https://www.cvshealth.comMoments with Marianne Radio Show airs in the Southern California area on KMET1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio Affiliate!  www.kmet1490am.comDiscover inspiring conversations with today's leading authors, celebrities, thought leaders, and change makers. To learn more about the Moments with Marianne Radio Show, explore guest interview opportunities, connect with Marianne, and follow her on social media, visit www.mariannepestana.com Explore the Moments with Marianne Book Club and find your next great read: www.mariannepestana.com/book-club/Listen to the Moments with Marianne Radio Show on KMET 1490AM & 98.1FM, an ABC News Radio Affiliate, weekdays at 8:06 AM PT / 11:06 AM ET and Sundays at 10:06 AM PT / 1:06 PM ET. Learn more at: www.kmet1490am.com/moments-with-marianne

If you grow tree fruit in these difficult times, or any other specialty crop for that matter, a deadline for assistance is fast approaching.

Kyle Beaver joins us today to discuss building food and income self sufficiency through specialty mushroom cultivation, then using documented farm income to gain access to USDA land programs most people have never heard of. This is not a story about buying a giant farm, borrowing a fortune and hoping it all works out. Kyle started with $300, limited land and no farming background. We will dig into why specialty mushrooms made sense, how he found buyers and what it took to build a real business while still working a full time job. We will also discuss lion's mane as … Continue reading →

Matt and David take on another round of Buy or Sell! They debate whether brands should be creating multiple variants of the same shoe, adding specialty uppers to existing models, spinning off new lines from popular shoes, and making dramatic changes to long-standing favorites. They also weigh in on whether uppers matter more than midsoles before closing out with a couple bonus mailbag questions. Want your buy/sell proposition or mailbag question on the next episode? Email us at doctorsofrunning@gmail.com!Rabbit is the presenting partner of our podcast. You can use code SUMMERDOCS to get 10% off your entire order of $50.00 or more. Note that the code is limited to one use per customer and can't be combined with other discounts. The code is active from 1st of every month to last day at 11:59PM PST, but don't worry because we'll be bringing you a new code every month. Shop now at https://www.runinrabbit.com.Our In For Testing segment is fueled by Skratch Labs! Get 20% off your first order from Skratch with code: DOCTORSOFRUNNING! https://www.skratchlabs.comChapters0:00 - Intro3:50 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs21:50 - Buy or Sell: Making multiple variants of the same shoe28:18 - Specialty uppers on existing shoes33:15 - Uppers are more important than midsoles36:16 - Creating new shoe models out of popular shoe lines44:47 - Dramatically changing a long-standing shoe51:08 - Mailbag: what causes black toenails?56:14 - Racing shoes to help with SI joint pain1:06:22 - Wrap-up

Oregon Governor Tina Kotek asked for a federal disaster designation for pear growers in the Columbia River Gorge to assist with severe crop losses, but her opponent in the Governor's race says that's not enough.

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The discussion covers everything from almonds, vineyards, tomatoes, melons, cucurbits, tobacco, cotton, sweet potatoes, peanuts, peaches, apples, and leafy vegetables while comparing production practices to the corn and soybean systems familiar to much of the Farm4Profit audience. Topics include: Specialty crop production across the United States California almonds, walnuts, pistachios, vineyards and vegetables North Carolina sweet potatoes, tobacco and cotton Why long-term planning matters in permanent crops Water management and irrigation challenges Labor costs versus traditional row crop production Weed management strategies and residual herbicides New Corteva herbicides including Hulk CA Managing nematodes with Celebro Disease and insect pressure in specialty crops How growers balance profitability with quality expectations Multi-generational family farms across specialty agriculture What all farmers can learn from one another The conversation highlights that regardless of geography or crop, every producer faces weather risk, pest pressure, rising input costs, and the need to make timely management decisions. Want Farm4Profit Merch? Custom order your favorite items today!https://farmfocused.com/farm-4profit/ Don't forget to like the podcast on all platforms and leave a review where ever you listen! Website: www.Farm4Profit.comShareable episode link: https://intro-to-farm4profit.simplecast.comEmail address: Farm4profitllc@gmail.comCall/Text: 515.207.9640Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSR8c1BrCjNDDI_Acku5XqwFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farm4profitllc Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Farm4ProfitLLC/Farm4Profit Media is not a financial, legal, or tax advisor. Content is provided for informational purposes only, and we serve solely as a platform for third-party opinions. Any actions taken based on this content are at your own risk. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What happens when a science-fiction movie about extraterrestrial life brings together conversations about iris color, specialty contact lenses, career growth, and the importance of having a life outside optometry? On the OD in Our Movies podcast, Dr. Jacobi Cleaver and Dr. Jacob Wilson welcomed Dr. Lisa Wahl, OD, to review Disclosure Day. The conversation moved from […]

It's Swass season, y'all. 00:00:49 – This Day in Iowa Weather History: the 1984 temperature swing from 35°F frost at Elkader to 100°F at Shenandoah in 24 hours 01:19 – Weekly trivia question introduced: what's Iowa's record 24-hour precipitation total? 03:15 – Weather forecast headline: slight severe storm risk overnight, hot and mostly dry week ahead with highs in the low-to-mid 90s 04:12 – Extended climate outlook: hot and dry pattern dominates 6-10 day, and 8-14 day outlooks, with a Level 3 heat risk for northwest/western Iowa July 10-14 08:41 – Past week's weather recap: multiple tornado reports, wind/hail damage, and significant flash flooding over the July 4th weekend 11:09 – Breakdown of extreme rainfall totals from the holiday weekend, including a 12+ inch radar-estimated total near Elkhart and a 10.99" official CoCoRaHS reading in Polk City 11:16 – Guidance on food safety for flooded fields, including National Organic Program waiting periods (90/120 days) and FSMA considerations 15:16 – Why CoCoRaHS gauge density matters, plus a call for listeners to join the network 18:49 – Discussion of why the storm's rainfall was under-forecasted, tied to an upper-level disturbance disrupting the priorheat dome 22:04 – Revisiting "100-year" and "1,000-year" flood terminology and annual exceedance probability 24:23 – Specialty crop impacts: Phytophthora risk in wet cucurbit/pepper fields, growth-regulator herbicide drift symptoms in tomatoes/peppers, and distinguishing drift damage from broad mite infestation 27:03 – Tip on sanitizing surfaces efficiently using a hose-end sprayer episode summary generated using claude.ai  

This week's Open Mic guest is Mike Joyner, President of the Florida Fruit and Vegetable Association. At a time when more Americans are turning more health conscious by adding fruits and vegetables to their diets, many of the nation's specialty crop growers are struggling to survive. Joyner says the volume of imports from Mexico and other countries continues to grow, depressing opportunities for domestic growers. Specialty crop growers face ongoing challenges in finding an adequate workforce and support legislative efforts to revise the nation's H-2A regulations. Joyner says specialty crop growers need better crop insurance coverage options and hope future assistance programs are more equitable for fruit and vegetable farmers. 

A new Best's Market Segment Report discussed by AM Best Associate Director David Blades finds that for smaller LPL firms, the key aggregate underwriting ratios are highly variable, largely attributable to the size of most of these insurers.

"What do I make you feel that other people don't?" *** Mellissa Seaman on why your real specialty was never your résumé, and why the thing that makes you valuable may be much deeper than the degree, title, or impressive thing people keep praising. A lot of us got trained to think we were special because we fit the dumb-ass rubrics of what "special" was supposed to mean. Straight As. Good pictures. The right credentials. Somebody in authority patting us on the head. And look, the accomplishments are real. Nobody's dissing awesome achievements! Mellissa was a Stanford-educated lawyer before her big accidental awakening, before she fell into the gifts that made her an energy healer, seer, and guide for people. She didn't think any of this woo was real until it happened to her. But the law degree was not the real specialty. The real specialty was something underneath all of it. Something intrinsic. Something she had been emanating the whole time. This episode is about the Specialist archetype, the part of you that already knows you're weird. Not impressive-special. Intrinsic-special. The part of you willing to be only what you actually are. And yes, for some of us, that question gets louder in midlife. The crisis, the divorce, the physical challenge, the everyday nervous freakin breakdown, or the menopause "So what?" starts cutting through the old gold-star system. So what that I got the degree? So what that I built the résumé? What is true now?   In this episode, you'll find: Why your real specialty may be more about what you emanate than what you were trained to do How the Specialist archetype helps you recognize your intrinsic gifts without making them generic Why the people closest to you may see your essential juju more clearly than you do How to ask the people who love you what they receive from you when you are not trying to be useful Why your freakazoid self may be the doorway to clearer service, business, and genius If you are a grounded intuitive leader, spiritual entrepreneur, or high-achieving woman wondering whether your real gifts are hiding underneath the impressive thing, this one will help you listen differently.   More Resources:  Take the Soul Gift Quiz: https://www.soulgiftquiz.com   Join the FREE Explore Your Gifts Circle: https://academy.channelyourgenius.com/explore     Connect with Mellissa Website: https://www.channelyourgenius.com   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/MellissaSea    YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@channelyourgenius    Substack: mellissaseaman.substack.com   Keywords Intuitive gifts, spiritual gifts, Soul Gifts, Specialist archetype, Channel Your Genius, Genius Activation, grounded intuition, soul-led business, intuitive leadership, spiritual awakening at midlife

On this episode of American Family Farmer, host Doug Stephan (www.eastleighfarm.com) is joined by Jon Hegeman, an Alabama farmer, greenhouse operator, and participant in the Outstanding Farmers of America program, for a conversation about the opportunities and challenges facing today's agricultural community. Jon shares the story of his farming operation, discussing the diversity of agriculture in Alabama, his greenhouse business, and the specialty crops that have helped his farm adapt to changing markets and consumer demand. He offers firsthand insight into the realities of modern farming, including rising input costs, increasing regulations, and the day-to-day decisions required to keep a family farm successful. The discussion explores the importance of farm preservation and succession planning, emphasizing the need to support and prepare the next generation of farmers so family operations can continue for years to come. Jon also talks about developing market opportunities, product branding, and finding profitable outlets that allow farmers to connect directly with consumers and strengthen their businesses. The conversation addresses ongoing labor shortages and the impact immigration policies have on agricultural operations that depend on a reliable workforce, while also examining broader industry trends shaping the future of farming. In addition, Jon explains the mission of the Outstanding Farmers of America program, detailing its nomination and recognition process and the organization's commitment to celebrating excellence, leadership, and innovation in agriculture. Throughout the episode, listeners gain valuable insight into sustainable farming practices, the resilience of family farmers, and the importance of recognizing those who are helping shape the future of American agriculture. For more on the American Family Farmer… Website: AmericanFamilyFarmerShow.com Social Media: @GoodDayNetworks

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Gov. Beshear announces a short-term fix for funding the Lee Specialty Clinic. The Trump administration sues Kentucky over prediction market regulation. Two Kentucky Congressmen react to a pair of U.S. Supreme Court decisions. Learn about the decline of mussels in Kentucky. Meet some teenagers who are spending their summer break working on home projects for those in need.

Z Rafałem Kaniewskim (Head of Roaster w HAYB) rozmawiam o zawodzie baristy w Polsce – bez tabu, bez romantyzowania i z perspektywy „tu i teraz”, czyli końcówki czerwca 2026 roku.Z podcastu dowiesz się:Jak wyglądał zawód baristy w Polsce w 2008 roku i co zmieniło go w coś, czym jest dziś?Dlaczego nadmierne zaangażowanie w czyjś biznes może Wаs wypalić szybciej niż sami się tego spodziewacie — i jak tego uniknąć?Co tak naprawdę kryje się za modnym słowem „hospitality”  i kiedy zamienia się ono w sztuczność, którą goście natychmiast wyczuwają?Linki:Strona domowaInstagram | X/TwitterGość: Rafał KaniewskiPoprzedni odcinek z Rafałem#041 – Kawiarniany SztokholmPodcast „Bo czemu nie?”Newsletter „Bo czemu nie?”Partnerzy:- Palarnia kawy HAYB (w odcinku kod -10% na kawy i herbaty!)Prowadzący: Krzysztof KołaczMam prośbę: Oceń ten podcast w Apple Podcasts oraz na Spotify. Zostaw tyle gwiazdek, ile uznasz. Twoja opinia ma znaczenie!Zainteresowany współpracą? Pogadajmy! kawa@boczemunie.plSłuchaj, gdzie chcesz: Apple Podcasts | Spotify i przez RSS.Rozdziały:(00:00:10) INTRO(00:00:43) Wstępniak(00:01:40) Gość: Rafał Kaniewski, czyli kto?(00:07:21) Kariera baristy od A do Z(00:39:56) Zaczynasz dziś? Rady dla Ciebie!

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Author and professor John O'Connor joins us to talk about the increasing popularity of psychedelics whether it's for spiritual reasons or for better mental health. John O'Connor is the author of A Short Strange Trip: An UntoldSstory of Magic Mushrooms, madness, and a Search for the Meaning of Life in the Amazon and The Secret History of Bigfoot: Field Notes on a North American Monster. His articles and essays have appeared in newsstand publications such as The New York Times, GQ, Financial Times Magazine, Men's Journal, and The Boston Globe. He has taught nonfiction writing in the BFA program at Pratt Institute and now teaches journalism at Boston College. He lives in Cambridge, Massachusetts, with his wife, children, and rabbit. See more about John O'Connor at https://www.johnmoconnor.com/ The episode I reference is "HM 338 Microdosing with Kayse Gehret" and can be found at https://www.drlizhypnosis.com/episode338 -------------- Support the podcast through Buy Me a Coffee! https://buymeacoffee.com/drlizbonet Support the Podcast & Help yourself with Hypnosis Downloads by Dr. Liz! http://bit.ly/HypnosisMP3Downloads Do you have Chronic Insomnia? Find out more about Dr. Liz's Better Sleep Program at https://bit.ly/sleepbetterfeelbetter Search episodes at the Podcast Page http://bit.ly/HM-podcast --------- About Dr. Liz Interested in hypnosis with Dr. Liz? Schedule your free consultation at https://www.drlizhypnosis.com Winner of numerous awards including Top 100 Moms in Business, Dr. Liz provides psychotherapy, hypnotherapy, and hypnosis to people wanting a fast, easy way to transform all around the world. She has a PhD in Clinical Psychology, is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and has special certification in Hypnosis and Hypnotherapy. Specialty areas include Anxiety, Insomnia, and Deeper Emotional Healing. A problem shared is a problem halved. In person and online hypnosis and CBT for healing and transformation.  Listened to in over 140 countries, Hypnotize Me is the podcast about hypnosis, transformation, and healing. Certified hypnotherapist and Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Dr. Liz Bonet, discusses hypnosis and interviews professionals doing transformational work. Thank you for tuning in!

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In Episode 2, host AJ Beatovic is joined by Trent Sommerville and Mladen Subasic for a discussion on how AI is being introduced into specialty insurance and the … Read More » The post Sponsored EP. 02: The Specialty Broker Perspective on AI in the London Market appeared first on Insurance Journal TV.

In Episode 2, host AJ Beatovic is joined by Trent Sommerville and Mladen Subasic for a discussion on how AI is being introduced into specialty insurance and the … Read More » The post Sponsored EP. 02: The Specialty Broker Perspective on AI in the London Market appeared first on Insurance Journal TV.

Kineticare kézrehabilitációs központ su jok gyűrű húzogatás gyógytornász képzés a kézproblémák okai gyógytornász specializációk muzsikusság avagy finommotorikus mozgások probléma felismerése gyakori tévhitek kézrehabilitációs szakma fejlődése gyógytorna eszközök próbálgatása Magyar Sportrehabilitációs Egyesület edzők szerepe Írhatsz nekünk e-mailt: kotyogospodcast@gmail.com Ha meghívnál minket egy kávéra és ezzel hozzá szeretnél férni a specialty tartalmunkhoz megjelenés pillanatában:Patreon támogatás Ha beszélgetni akartok velünk és hallgatótársaitokkal akkor Telegramon is megtehetitek ha a "t pont me per kotyogos"-ra mentek.

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"There's no reason why I should be able to do an infusion for 50% of the cost of what it's currently being allowed at. We've seen allowed amounts between $57,000 and $80,000 for Keytruda. I typically can have that in the home at $29,000."My guest this week is Jake Velie, CEO and co-founder of National Integrative Health (NIH). After spending the first half of his career in the clinical "meat grinder" of value-based care on the provider side, Jake realized the only way to truly fix the system was to control the dollars on the commercial plan side. Today, NIH acts as the ultimate watchdog and independent pharmacy solution for self-funded employers, actively managing J-codes, specialty drugs, and clinical coordination.In this episode, we unpack the exorbitant markups hospitals charge for infusions and how NIH has spent years building a 50-state network to redirect patients to safe, comfortable, and massively discounted at-home infusion care. Jake also breaks down the brutal reality of GLP-1 adherence, why his team refuses to fill 90-day prescriptions for weight-loss drugs, how they enforce formularies to switch patients from expensive biologics like Humira to low-cost biosimilars like Yusimry, and the absolute truth about the safety of international drug sourcing.If you want to know how to stop the bleeding on your pharmacy and medical claims while actually improving the white-glove customer service your employees receive, this is a masterclass in specialty cost containment.Thank you to our 2026 sponsors!ParetoHealth: ParetoHealth empowers midsize employers with a long-term solution to reduce volatility and lower overall health benefits costs. Visit https://www.paretohealth.com/fully-insured-vs-self-funding-with-paretohealth-spencer-podcast/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=SelfFundedwSpencer to learn more.Samaritan Fund: A program that connects those who need help to the support they need. We are proud to offer the Samaritan Fund Program. Visit SamaritanFundProgram.com to learn more.Vālenz Health: We're Vālenz Health, your partner in improving health literacy, reducing plan spend, and delivering high-value healthcare. Visit ValenzHealth.com to learn more.Imagine360: Imagine360 helps self-funded employers save on healthcare with smarter health plans. Cut expenses by 20-30% with custom solutions. Contact us today at Imagine360.com.Chapters:(00:00:00) Intro: Moving Keytruda to the Home Setting (00:01:47) Defining True Value-Based Care (00:03:20) The Genesis of NIH and Leaving the Provider "Meat Grinder" (00:07:01) Building a 50-State Home Infusion Network (00:09:22) Why Specialty Meds Drive 90% of Pharmacy Spend (00:14:53) Demystifying J-Codes and Q-Codes (00:17:01) Exorbitant Hospital Markups and Hidden Fees (00:24:59) The Mechanics of Redirection: Mandatory vs. Voluntary (00:30:27) Coordinating Carve-Outs with Stop-Loss Carriers (00:34:08) Enforcing Formularies: Converting Humira to Yusimry (00:41:12) The Reality of International Sourcing and the FDA (00:47:35) Managing GLP-1s and the Danger of 90-Day Fills (00:51:48) The Ideal Employer Profile for NIH (00:58:04) Overcoming Healthcare's Terrible Customer Service (01:02:05) The Future: Oncology, Cell, and Gene TherapiesKey Links for Social:@SelfFunded on YouTube for video versions of the podcast and much more - https://www.youtube.com/@SelfFundedListen/watch on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1TjmrMrkIj0qSmlwAIevKA?si=068a389925474f02Listen on Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/self-funded-with-spencer/id1566182286Follow Spencer on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/spencer-smith-self-funded/Follow Spencer on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/selffundedwithspencer/

"There's no reason why I should be able to do an infusion for 50% of the cost of what it's currently being allowed at. We've seen allowed amounts between $57,000 and $80,000 for Keytruda. I typically can have that in the home at $29,000."My guest this week is Jake Velie, CEO and co-founder of National Integrative Health (NIH). After spending the first half of his career in the clinical "meat grinder" of value-based care on the provider side, Jake realized the only way to truly fix the system was to control the dollars on the commercial plan side. Today, NIH acts as the ultimate watchdog and independent pharmacy solution for self-funded employers, actively managing J-codes, specialty drugs, and clinical coordination.In this episode, we unpack the exorbitant markups hospitals charge for infusions and how NIH has spent years building a 50-state network to redirect patients to safe, comfortable, and massively discounted at-home infusion care. Jake also breaks down the brutal reality of GLP-1 adherence, why his team refuses to fill 90-day prescriptions for weight-loss drugs, how they enforce formularies to switch patients from expensive biologics like Humira to low-cost biosimilars like Yusimry, and the absolute truth about the safety of international drug sourcing.If you want to know how to stop the bleeding on your pharmacy and medical claims while actually improving the white-glove customer service your employees receive, this is a masterclass in specialty cost containment.Thank you to our 2026 sponsors!ParetoHealth: ParetoHealth empowers midsize employers with a long-term solution to reduce volatility and lower overall health benefits costs. Visit https://www.paretohealth.com/fully-insured-vs-self-funding-with-paretohealth-spencer-podcast/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=SelfFundedwSpencer to learn more.Samaritan Fund: A program that connects those who need help to the support they need. We are proud to offer the Samaritan Fund Program. Visit SamaritanFundProgram.com to learn more.Vālenz Health: We're Vālenz Health, your partner in improving health literacy, reducing plan spend, and delivering high-value healthcare. Visit ValenzHealth.com to learn more.Imagine360: Imagine360 helps self-funded employers save on healthcare with smarter health plans. Cut expenses by 20-30% with custom solutions. Contact us today at Imagine360.com.Chapters:(00:00:00) Intro: Moving Keytruda to the Home Setting (00:01:47) Defining True Value-Based Care (00:03:20) The Genesis of NIH and Leaving the Provider "Meat Grinder" (00:07:01) Building a 50-State Home Infusion Network (00:09:22) Why Specialty Meds Drive 90% of Pharmacy Spend (00:14:53) Demystifying J-Codes and Q-Codes (00:17:01) Exorbitant Hospital Markups and Hidden Fees (00:24:59) The Mechanics of Redirection: Mandatory vs. Voluntary (00:30:27) Coordinating Carve-Outs with Stop-Loss Carriers (00:34:08) Enforcing Formularies: Converting Humira to Yusimry (00:41:12) The Reality of International Sourcing and the FDA (00:47:35) Managing GLP-1s and the Danger of 90-Day Fills (00:51:48) The Ideal Employer Profile for NIH (00:58:04) Overcoming Healthcare's Terrible Customer Service (01:02:05) The Future: Oncology, Cell, and Gene TherapiesKey Links for Social:@SelfFunded on YouTube for video versions of the podcast and much more - https://www.youtube.com/@SelfFundedListen/watch on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1TjmrMrkIj0qSmlwAIevKA?si=068a389925474f02Listen on Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/self-funded-with-spencer/id1566182286Follow Spencer on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/spencer-smith-self-funded/Follow Spencer on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/selffundedwithspencer/

On this episode, we are joined by Jem Hopkins and Karen Ayala, both occupational therapists and Certified Hand Therapists who are serving as this year's ASHT Pediatric Specialty Day co-chairs. They share with us what we can expect at this year's meeting, the layout of the day, the educational offerings and opportunities to network with other pediatric therapists. Guest Bio:Jemerie Hopkins graduated with her Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy from the University of Minnesota. She is a Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) with 23 years of experience working exclusively in hand therapy. She currently works at Children's Hospital of Wisconsin. Her clinical areas of interest include complex pediatric injuries, cumulative trauma, sports rehabilitation, brachial plexus birth injuries congenital hand difference orthotic fabrication and prosthetic training. Karen Ayala has a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from Radford University and a Master of Science degree in Occupational Therapy from Boston University. Karen has been an Occupational Therapist since 1996 and a Certified Hand Therapist since 2001. After many years of practicing in adult hand therapy, Karen made the transition to pediatric hand therapy in 2013. Karen currently serves as an occupational therapist and pediatric hand therapist at Central Texas Pediatric Orthopedics in Austin, TX. -The views and opinions expressed in the Hands in Motion podcast are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of ASHT. Appearance on the podcast does not imply endorsement of any products, services or viewpoints discussed.

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They specialize in helping adults 50 and older build portfolios designed to generate income that can keep pace with inflation over time." } } ] } ] } The Nike Cautionary Tale: What Happens When Leadership Loses Touch With Its Customers The Tom Dupree Show | Dupree Financial Group | dupreefinancial.com | 859-233-0400 Nike spent decades building one of the most recognized brands on the planet — the Swoosh, the Air Jordan, high-heat basketball shoes that consumers lined up for, and a presence in every major sporting goods retailer in the world. Then, in 2020, the company handed its future to a CEO who believed physical retail was a dying model, and what followed became a business school study in how quickly a great company can lose its way. In this episode of The Tom Dupree Show, host Tom Dupree and analyst Michael Dawahare walk through the full arc of Nike’s rise and decline — from its origins in a track coach’s garage to a stock that traded at $180 and has since fallen to around $44. They examine the strategic decisions that caused the damage, the board failures that let it compound, and the hard-won lesson that consumer loyalty, once transferred to a competitor, is almost impossible to reclaim. And for anyone managing retirement assets, the parallels are direct: proven strategies should not be abandoned for untested ones, fundamentals matter more than narratives, and the cost of a foundational error can take years to undo. You cannot put your own lenses on the lenses of your customer — you have to ask how they see the world, not how you see it. — Tom Dupree How Nike Built the Brand — and What It Was Actually Built On Nike was founded on performance athletics. Phil Knight, a runner at the University of Oregon, partnered with legendary track coach Bill Bowerman — who famously experimented with a waffle iron to create better running soles — and built a company that stood for technical innovation and athletic credibility. The brand’s cultural ascent accelerated in 1984 with the signing of Michael Jordan, and from there, Nike became what everyone knows: the dominant force in athletic footwear and apparel, consistently ranked among the world’s most recognized brands. At its peak, Nike operated across multiple business lines — high-heat basketball, lifestyle and streetwear, performance running, and endorsement deals with some of the most iconic athletes in the world. Its Jordan Brand alone eventually grew to represent 25–30% of total business. But that success carried a hidden fragility: the Jordan Brand was built on a generational talent, and there was no clear plan for what would carry that brand forward once Jordan’s cultural relevance inevitably faded with younger consumers. The 2020 CEO Transition and the Fatal Pivot When Nike’s board appointed John Donahoe as CEO in 2020, it elevated someone who had served on the board since 2014 and who had an exceptional track record — at eBay and ServiceNow. But his entire professional background was in direct-to-consumer digital commerce, and he arrived at Nike with a conviction that physical retail distribution was a slowly melting ice cube. His plan: reduce Nike’s dependence on wholesale partners — Foot Locker, Dick’s Sporting Goods, specialty running retailers — and shift the business toward a pure direct-to-consumer model. Margins would improve by eliminating the distribution layer. And the consumer, Donahoe believed, would simply find Nike on their phone rather than in a store. The pandemic made it look like a genius. Physical retail was disrupted, Nike’s direct channels surged, the stock reached all-time highs around $180, and the board was enthusiastic. Beneath the surface, the strategy was already creating irreversible damage. The Shelf Space Problem — and the Competitors Who Said Thank You When Nike told its wholesale partners they would be receiving significantly less product going forward, those partners did not fight back. They simply filled the space with someone else. HOKA — already a credible running brand — accelerated its growth dramatically. On Cloud, a Swiss performance running brand, began one of the most remarkable growth runs in the industry, expanding into running, tennis, golf, and multiple other categories simultaneously. New Balance, ASICS, and Brooks also claimed their share of the newly available retail real estate. The consumer who walked into a Foot Locker or Dick’s and encountered a wall of Nike was now encountering a much more competitive set of choices. They tried the alternatives. Many of them preferred what they found. And once a runner builds loyalty to a particular shoe platform — especially in a category where consumers replace their shoes every 90 days — that loyalty is remarkably durable. Nike also lost something less tangible but equally important: the feedback loop. Specialty running retailers were the ground-level intelligence network that told Nike week by week what runners wanted, what was working, and where the product needed to improve. When Nike walked away from that channel, it walked away from its early warning system. The Board Failure — and the Groupthink That Let It Happen One of the most striking aspects of the Nike story is not that one CEO had a flawed conviction — that happens — but that an entire board of accomplished executives approved and sustained a strategy that was, in hindsight, obviously misaligned with how Nike’s business actually worked. By some accounts, Tim Cook of Apple was on that board during part of this period. It is difficult to imagine Cook making an analogous argument that Apple did not need its retail stores. The dynamic Tom and Michael describe is familiar to anyone who studies large organizations: board members are generally reluctant to challenge a CEO too forcefully, because the social and professional cost of being the dissenter is real. The result is groupthink — a board that validates a strategy long past the point where the data should have prompted hard questions. By late 2022 and into 2023, the numbers made it undeniable. Nike attempted to reverse course, reaching back out to wholesale partners and offering them premium product. The response was polite — and firm. Retailers were glad to take the high-demand items that consumers queued for. The rest of Nike’s moderate catalog? They had already replaced it, and they were satisfied with what they had. Where Nike Stands Today The board replaced Donahoe with Elliott Hill in September 2024. Hill’s story is genuinely different from his predecessor’s: he started in a Nike stockroom and built his entire career inside the company, earning credibility at every level. He speaks clearly and credibly about what went wrong and what needs to happen. And nearly two years into his tenure, Nike’s stock remains near $44 — roughly 75% below its peak —, and the company has not yet found its footing. In running — the category that gave Nike its identity — the brand no longer consistently appears in the top 10 for preferred shoes among dedicated runners. In China, sales are down 20–30% in recent quarters. On Cloud continues to grow at roughly 50% per quarter. The chart, as Tom notes throughout this episode, always tells the story: if a real recovery is underway, you will see it in the price action. The current chart does not yet show that. What This Means for Your Retirement Portfolio Tom closes this episode with a point that connects the Nike story directly to retirement investing: when someone tells you that a proven model is outdated — that index funds are so last century, or that some new product captures market upside without any downside — the right questions are always the same. What is the process? Has it been tested across different market conditions? And who benefits when you believe in it? The investor who abandons a sound income strategy during a period of volatility, convinced by a compelling narrative, is making the same error Donahoe made. The fundamentals that built something durable do not become wrong because someone new arrived with a different set of lenses. Key Takeaways Know what your business — or portfolio — is actually built on. The moment Nike shifted focus from technical performance products, competitors filled the gap. Investors face the same risk when strategies drift from the principles that made them work. Never surrender your shelf space. Giving up distribution is almost impossible to reverse. The same principle applies when investors abandon a proven income strategy during volatility — re-entry is rarely seamless. Leadership bias is one of the most expensive mistakes in business. Donahoe was an outstanding digital executive who ran a physical consumer company through a digital lens. Bias in a CEO or a portfolio manager costs real money. Boards exist to prevent catastrophic decisions. Most don’t. Nike’s board approved a strategy that effectively fired its wholesale customer base. Institutional oversight is only as good as the willingness to ask uncomfortable questions. Consumer loyalty, once transferred, is remarkably sticky. Runners who found HOKA or On Cloud did not come back. When you give a customer a reason to try something else, and they love it, you may have lost them permanently. Recovery from a foundational strategic error takes far longer than the error itself. The damage from a few years of bad decisions can take a decade to undo — in business and in retirement portfolios. Proven strategies deserve skepticism about replacement, not abandonment. When a new model sounds compelling, the questions are always: what’s the process, has it been tested, and who benefits from your belief in it? Frequently Asked Questions What caused Nike’s stock to fall from $180 to around $44? Nike’s decline was driven primarily by a strategic pivot under CEO John Donahoe, who took over in 2020 and aggressively reduced the company’s reliance on wholesale partners in favor of a direct-to-consumer digital model. This freed up shelf space for competitors like HOKA and On Cloud, whose products consumers tried, preferred, and stayed with. Nike also lost focus on technical product innovation — the foundation of the brand — and the combination proved very difficult to reverse. What leadership lessons can retirement investors take from Nike’s decline? The Nike story illustrates several principles that apply directly to managing retirement assets: proven strategies should not be abandoned in favor of untested new models; losing touch with core fundamentals creates compounding damage; and when someone tells you the old approach is outdated, the right question is always whether the new approach has been tested and who benefits from your belief in it. Why did Nike’s wholesale withdrawal strategy fail? Nike believed consumers would migrate online and that eliminating wholesale intermediaries would improve margins. What actually happened was that vacated shelf space went to competitors — HOKA, On Cloud, New Balance, ASICS, and Brooks — who earned consumer loyalty through it. Once runners found a shoe they preferred, they did not switch back. Nike also lost the critical feedback loop that specialty running retailers provided. Who is Elliott Hill and can he turn Nike around? Elliott Hill replaced John Donahoe as Nike CEO in September 2024. Unlike his predecessor, Hill spent his entire career at Nike, starting at the lowest rungs and earning his way up. He is widely regarded as credible and clear-eyed about the challenges. However, nearly two years into his tenure, Nike has not yet regained meaningful traction — illustrating how much harder recovery is than the original damage. What is Dupree Financial Group’s investment approach for retirement income? Dupree Financial Group is a fee-only, fiduciary SEC-registered RIA based in Lexington, Kentucky. The firm builds retirement income strategies around dividend-paying, income-generating separately managed accounts — with no products sold, no commissions, and no conflicts of interest. They specialize in helping adults 50 and older build portfolios designed to generate income that can keep pace with inflation over time. Schedule a Complimentary Portfolio Review If you’re not sure whether your portfolio is built on the same principles Nike abandoned — proven strategy, staying close to what works, and never losing sight of the fundamentals — we’ll take a look. No charge. No pressure. Just an honest conversation about what you own and whether it’s working for you. Call: 859-233-0400  |  Visit: dupreefinancial.com Dupree Financial Group is a Registered Investment Adviser (RIA) registered with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training. The information presented on this podcast is for educational purposes only and should not be construed as personalized investment advice. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Investing involves risk, including the potential loss of principal. Please consult a qualified financial professional before making investment decisions. The post Nike’s Fall: Leadership Lessons for Retirement Investors appeared first on Dupree Financial.

There's a moment in every specialty service conversation where the patient either leans in or checks out. And in dry eye, that moment usually has very little to do with the machine. It has to do with whether the patient understands what the doctor sees, why it matters, and what happens if they do nothing. That's where this week's Power Hour with Dr. Todd Cohan, Owner of Midwest Dry Eye Center and Forsight Vision, LTD, gets especially practical. Todd has built a medically focused practice where dry eye, myopia management, aesthetics, retinal testing, and comprehensive care are not treated as side offerings. They are part of the practice philosophy. And that philosophy has helped his team consistently produce some of the strongest revenue-per-patient numbers we've discussed on the show, consistently producing numbers in the high $800s, $900s, and even over $1,100 per patient across multiple doctors. But the episode is not about chasing a number. It's about the behaviors that create the number. Because if a patient walks out without understanding the finding, the recommendation, or the reason behind the next step, the treatment conversation is already on shaky ground.

Never heard of hand therapy? You're not alone. Let's discuss why so many OT students miss exposure to this specialty and how you can start exploring it for yourself.

Moderator: Dr. Deepak Ramesh Guests: Dr. Rod Rohrich and Dr. John Holds In the dynamic world of oculofacial plastic surgery, trends come and go, but some principles remain timeless. This post explores the evolution of eyelid surgery, the shift towards natural aesthetics, and the future of oculoplastics based on insights from leading experts in the field.  

It's been three years since today's guest has been on the show. In that time the business he runs has doubled in size through a combination of organic growth and targeted acquisitions. Group CEO of Miller Insurance Services, James Hands, is looking for growth at a similar pace for the next three years and this interview is an excellent 360-degree guide to how he plans to achieve his goals. A focus on specialty insurance and reinsurance, investment in people and expertise and making the most of growth synergies from the firm's acquisitions are very much the order of the day. Expansion into MGAs, and investments in technology and facilitisation are also going to be part of the mix. This is an exceptionally well-rounded interview with the leader of a business making the most of its best-of-both-worlds position as an independent with the scale and resources to be able to keep up with larger global broking groups, whilst retaining the speed and agility of a smaller business. James is relaxed and is brimming with confidence in the prospects for Miller and the global specialty broking market. A quick listen and a clear picture, as well as lots of market tips and insights, will come into view. NOTES: James refers to David Robinson. David is Miller's MGA CEO LINKS: We thank our naming sponsor AdvantageGo, now part of Sapiens: https://www.advantagego.com

USDA works to increase demand for U.S. cotton.Americans eat more meat, despite the price.BLM sheds a Biden era regulation to the delight of ranchersand Farm Bureau.Food and agriculture's huge economic footprint.Specialty crop farmers receive federal help.Update on legislative issues of concern to farmers.

In this episode, Trey Shields and Luke Barry discuss the evolving landscape of employee benefits, market shifts, and innovative strategies to stay ahead. They explore topics like fiduciary risk, pharmacy drug costs, and the impact of AI on brokerage practices.........Key TopicsMarket structural shifts and leverage trend in healthcareFiduciary risk and data ownership for employersThe rising cost and complexity of specialty drugsThe role of AI in insurance analysis and client managementReinsurance market volatility and broker strategiesThe Future of Employee Benefits: Market Shifts and StrategiesHow AI is Transforming Insurance Brokerage"Employers need a five-year cost basis.""Specialty drugs are the central driver in benefits strategy.""E plus R equals O — your response determines your outcome."........Chapters00:00Introduction and Market Overview04:49Structural Shifts in Employee Benefits13:13The Role of Specialty Drugs17:12Stop Loss Dynamics and Data Quality25:10Fiduciary Risk and Employer Responsibilities30:42Navigating Difficult Conversations and Future Trends

Welcome to the “NASM CPT Podcast” with Rick Richey! In this value-packed episode, Rick breaks down the essential joint actions of the human body—a must-listen for anyone studying for the NASM Certified Personal Trainer exam, fitness professionals, or anyone eager to master functional anatomy and human movement science.

What happens when a mother’s determination to find answers meets a physician dedicated to uncovering the root causes behind autism and developmental challenges? In this powerful episode, autism advocate Heather Acquavella of Theo’s Voice joins renowned functional medicine specialist Dr. Jared Skowron to share the remarkable journey of her son, Theo. Together they discuss the turning points that led them beyond conventional approaches, the testing and discoveries that helped unlock new possibilities, and the lessons they’ve learned along the way. Today’s episode is an honest conversation about advocacy, persistence, and a search for answers beyond a conventional medicine approach. Our guests share practical advice for families navigating autism and developmental concerns including how to cut through overwhelming information, trust parental instincts, and balance hope with realistic expectations. Heather Acquavella shares the mission behind Theo’s Bridge Foundation and her growing community of parents seeking support and answers, while Dr. Jared Skowron offers insights into the most common challenges families face and the evolving future of autism care. Whether you’re a parent, caregiver, practitioner, or advocate, this episode delivers inspiration, actionable insights, and a powerful reminder that every child’s journey is unique. Today on The Lab Report: 4:00 Meet Dr. Jared Skowron and Heather Acquavella 5:35 Theo’s story and Heather’s determination 9:15 Skowron’s pioneering story in helping autistic children 11:00 Working together for answers, sharing the story on TikTok 17:55 Specialty lab testing for deeper insights 20:05 Advice to parents and caregivers 25:00 Theo’s Voice and Theo’s Bridge Foundation 29:15 Why aren’t there more autism specialists? 31:35 Balancing hope with expectation: Video chronicles 34:05 Caring for the caretakers 37:00 What gives you hope for the future of autism? 39:45 Social media resources Additional Resources: TikTok - theosvoice2 TikTok - Theo's Bridge Donate to Help an Autism Family get answers they deserve Spectrum Awakening Subscribe, Rate, & Review The Lab Report Thanks for tuning in to this week’s episode of The Lab Report, presented by Genova Diagnostics, with your hosts Michael Chapman and Patti Devers. If you enjoyed this episode, please hit the subscribe button and give us a rating or leave a review. Don’t forget to visit our website, like us on Facebook, follow us on X, Instagram, and LinkedIn. Email Patti and Michael with your most interesting and pressing questions on functional medicine: podcast@gdx.net. And, be sure to share your favorite Lab Report episodes with your friends and colleagues on social media to help others learn more about Genova and all things related to functional medicine and specialty lab testing. To find a qualified healthcare provider to connect you with Genova testing, or to access select products directly yourself, visit Genova Connect. Disclaimer: The content and information shared in The Lab Report is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in The Lab Report represent the opinions and views of Michael Chapman and Patti Devers and their guests.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New World Screwworm cases are spreading.  A Texan has been appointed to help drive innovation in the search for technologies to combat New World Screwworms.  Canada has banned cattle imports from Texas. Governor Greg Abbot is committing state resources to combat the screwworm.A major meat science event is coming to the Amarillo and Canyon area.  Specialty crop producers can now sign up for financial assistance.  Farming activity is running at full speed in the Texas Rolling Plains.  Now is a great time to evaluate replacement ewe lambs and doeling goats.

10 lat w otoczeniu kawy specialty — i 10 lekcji, które z tego wyciągnąłem: o ludziach, prostocie, romantyzowaniu kawowego biznesu oraz o tym, by nigdy nie nawracać nikogo na kawę. Osobisty odcinek, którego nagranie sugerowaliście mi przez ostatnie dwa lata. Smacznego odbioru!Linki:Strona domowaInstagram | X/TwitterNewsletter „Bo czemu nie?”10 odcinków na wakacje:#005 – Jak działa palarnia kawy? →#008 – Cała Polska tonie w kawie? →#012 – Jak wybierać kawę dla siebie? →#016 – Turystyka kawowa →#018 – Jak i dlaczego smak kawy się zmienia? →#022 – Dlaczego kawa drożeje? → #034 – Coś słodkiego do kawy? →#036 – Woda do kawy → #051 – Moje ulubione, kawowe aplikacje → #052 – Ziarna pod lupą, czyli o kontroli jakości kawy →Partnerzy:- Palarnia kawy HAYB (w odcinku kod -10% na kawy i herbaty!)Prowadzący: Krzysztof KołaczMam prośbę: Oceń ten podcast w Apple Podcasts oraz na Spotify. Zostaw tyle gwiazdek, ile uznasz. Twoja opinia ma znaczenie!Zainteresowany współpracą? Pogadajmy! kawa@boczemunie.plSłuchaj, gdzie chcesz: Apple Podcasts | Spotify i przez RSS.Rozdziały:(00:00:09) INTRO(00:00:42) Wstępniak(00:02:28) Lekcja 1. – kawa to ludzie(00:04:17) Lekcja 2. – pogoń za perfekcją nie ma sensu dla 90% kawoszy(00:06:05) Lekcja 3. – zmieniaj tylko jeden parametr jednocześnie(00:06:59) Lekcja 4. – każdy romantyzuje o prowadzeniu własnego gastro biznesu(00:10:03) Lekcja 5. – turystyka kawowa daje ogromną frajdę(00:12:22) Lekcja 6. – woda ma znaczenie i jest cholernie istotna(00:13:04) Lekcja 7. – warto zmieniać ziarna i miejsca(00:14:32) Lekcja 8. – warto choć raz wybrać się na kawowe targi(00:15:18) Lekcja 9. – barista nie jest Twoim sługą i przyjacielem na całe życie(00:17:20) Lekcja 10. – nie nawracaj nikogo na kawę specialty(00:18:20) A jaka jest Twoja historia?

Located at the opposite ends of the country, the states of Louisiana and Maine appear to share little in common at first glance. But take a closer look, and you'll see two places that share a passion for their distinct seafood culture – each home to a galaxy of culinary rockstars who elevate their local cuisine. On this week's show, Louisiana Eats takes you with us as we travel to Maine to explore the food scene in the Pine Tree State. We begin with Lady Oyster Tours and Tastings in Phippsburg, on the Casco Bay Peninsula. Owner and operator Virginia Shaffer is Maine's first "oyster sommelier," or certified oyster expert under the Oyster Master Guild. Throughout the year, Virginia and her company educate tourists on the local oyster industry, offering tastings and boat tours of oyster farming operations. She tells us about Maine's rapidly growing oyster industry, before Captain Joe Jerome steers us to get a first-hand look at an oyster farm. Then, we travel up the coast to meet Melissa Kelly, the first two-time recipient of the James Beard award for Best Chef Northeast. Melissa tells us about her Rockland farm-to-table restaurant, Primo and her remarkable life in food. We also meet farm manager Abigail Gallagher, who gives us a tour of the multi-acre farm surrounding the restaurant. Next, we visit the small town of Bath to dine in a restaurant overlooking the Kennebec River called OystHERS Raw Bar and Bubby. The seasonal raw bar is owned by sisters Sadia and Lauren Crosby, both lobstermen's daughters from nearby Georgetown Island. Sadia owns a sea farm, where the house oysters are produced. Lauren tells us the story behind OystHERS, which serves up fresh bivalves from local female-owned and family-owned farms. And who should we run into there, but Susan Spicer! The New Orleans chef tells us what she's cooking while cruising up the Atlantic coast. We end our trip at Browne Trading Market, a magical food and drink emporium in Portland. Since 1991, Browne Trading Company has been the supplier of seafood, caviar, and other delicacies to an exclusive restaurant chef customer base. Among our discoveries there were percebes – also known as gooseneck or turtle-claw barnacles – harvested on the Iberian Peninsula and exclusively available from Browne Trading. Specialty foods manager Michael Rigo explains why the job of harvesting these edible crustaceans is not for the faint of heart. For more of all things Louisiana Eats, be sure to visit us at PoppyTooker.com.

Links:Strict Curl at HGCGaglione StrengthJohn's IGChapters00:00 Introduction to John Gaglione and His Journey04:18 Career Highlights and Achievements in Powerlifting11:44 Evolution of Powerlifting: Then and Now19:32 The Role of Home Gyms in Modern Powerlifting26:06 Powerlifting Principles for the Average Gym-Goer32:08 Specialty Bars vs. Straight Bars in Training36:42 Injury Prevention and Training Techniques39:39 Movement Preparation and Warm-Up Protocols46:32 Incorporating Strength Sports into Training47:13 The Benefits of Strict Curl Training53:12 Community and Longevity in Strength Sports01:00:01 Comparing Strict Curl and Powerlifting Communities01:06:16 The Evolution of Fitness Events01:09:48 Building Community in Strength Sports

Takeaways 59% of coffee drinkers changed at least one coffee buying behavior. Overall daily coffee consumption remains steady at 66%. Specialty coffee consumption increased from 55% to 58%. Daily use of espresso machines at home increased from 10% to 13%. Convenience often outweighs quality in coffee preparation. 29% reported their financial situation worsened over the last six months. 37% of Americans are dining out less frequently. Diners are looking to spend less money when eating out. Coffee drinkers are reducing purchases from cafes and restaurants. Coffee roasters can adapt to changing consumer preferences.     Part of The Covoya Coffee Podcasting Network TAKE OUR LISTENER SURVEY Visit and Explore Covoya!

California agriculture received significant attention during a recent visit from U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins, who announced nearly $1.7 billion in federal assistance for specialty crop producers while emphasizing the importance of food security, trade opportunities, and long-term support for American farmers. During a stop in California's San Joaquin Valley, Rollins highlighted the state's critical role in feeding both the nation and the world. California produces more agricultural products than any other state, accounting for more than $60 billion in annual farm sales and supplying consumers with everything from almonds and grapes to potatoes, citrus, and vegetables. One of the major announcements from the visit was the launch of the Assistance for Specialty Crop Farmers (ASCF) program. The initiative will provide nearly $1.7 billion in support to specialty crop growers facing economic pressures from rising labor costs, input expenses, and international competition. According to Rollins, enrollment began June 1 and will remain open through August 7. “Specialty crop producers across the nation have faced negative margins and growing economic pressure due to rising labor costs, import pressures, and high input prices,” Rollins said. The AgNet News Hour team attended the event and also spoke with USDA California State Executive Director Connie Conway, who emphasized the challenges California farmers face before a crop is even planted. “I think Cal Poly did a study. I think they said it was $1,700 an acre in fees before you even start farming,” Conway said. “That's not a seed. That's not a tree. That's not fertilizer. That's not diesel. That's not water.” Much of the discussion centered on California's regulatory climate, water management policies, and the future of specialty crop production. Hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill noted ongoing concerns about water allocations, particularly for growers on the west side of the San Joaquin Valley who continue to face restrictions despite recent wet years and strong reservoir levels. California Farm Bureau President Shannon Douglass also participated in discussions and stressed the importance of maintaining agriculture as a priority for state and federal policymakers. He noted that water availability, labor legislation, international trade, and predator management remain key issues facing farmers heading into the summer growing season. The program also highlighted growing efforts to expand export opportunities for U.S. specialty crops. Rollins pointed to increasing agricultural exports and new trade agreements that could help California growers access additional international markets. Throughout the discussion, a recurring theme emerged: the belief that food production should remain a central focus of public policy. “Food security is national security,” Rollins said during the event. As California growers continue navigating regulatory challenges, labor shortages, rising production costs, and water concerns, industry leaders say support programs and policy reforms will play an important role in maintaining the state's position as one of the world's leading agricultural producers. For specialty crop producers, the newly announced federal assistance program may provide some near-term relief while larger conversations about water, trade, labor, and agricultural competitiveness continue.

*The screwworm is close to Texas, but not as close as you may have heard.  *Specialty crop growers can now apply for financial assistance.  *Five Texans were appointed to serve on the Cattlemen's Beef Promotion and Research Board.*Parts of the Texas Panhandle have gotten some rain recently.  *Cotton Council International continues to market U.S. cotton abroad.  *The last two weeks of May brought significant rain to the Texas Coastal Bend.  *It's time to process spring born beef calves. 

Markel Insurance CEO Simon Wilson goes Inside the ICE House to discuss the company's century-long evolution from insuring jitney buses to becoming a global specialty insurer. He explains Markel's model and its long-term approach to underwriting, investing, and compounding value. Wilson outlines his vision to refocus the business on customer obsession, deep expertise, operational speed, and trust. He also shares how AI is transforming underwriting, operations, and the broader specialty insurance landscape.

Dr. Liz talks about the power of changing thoughts.   -------------- Support the podcast through Buy Me a Coffee! https://buymeacoffee.com/drlizbonet Support the Podcast & Help yourself with Hypnosis Downloads by Dr. Liz! http://bit.ly/HypnosisMP3Downloads Do you have Chronic Insomnia? Find out more about Dr. Liz's Better Sleep Program at https://www.drlizbonet.com Search episodes at the Podcast Page http://bit.ly/HM-podcast --------- About Dr. Liz Interested in hypnosis with Dr. Liz? Schedule your free consultation at https://www.drlizhypnosis.com Winner of numerous awards including Top 100 Moms in Business, Dr. Liz provides psychotherapy, hypnotherapy, and hypnosis to people wanting a fast, easy way to transform all around the world. She has a PhD in Clinical Psychology, is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and has special certification in Hypnosis and Hypnotherapy. Specialty areas include Anxiety, Insomnia, and Deeper Emotional Healing. A problem shared is a problem halved. In person and online hypnosis and CBT for healing and transformation.  Listened to in over 140 countries, Hypnotize Me is the podcast about hypnosis, transformation, and healing. Certified hypnotherapist and Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Dr. Liz Bonet, discusses hypnosis and interviews professionals doing transformational work. Thank you for tuning in!

Four real business owners. four real money & sales problems. Live coaching from two millionaires. This is the FINAL episode of our 4-part sales & money series and a sneak preview of what the June 1st Coach-a-thon will be. In this episode, host Dielle Charon and money coach Gina Knox answer real submitted questions from listeners about inconsistent income, building wealth, niching down, scaling without burnout, and getting out of "starving business owner" mode. If you missed Parts 1–3, go back and listen — the foundation matters. 00:00 Intro + Coach-a-thon preview 01:50 Coaching #1 — Brittany: $15K months / $3K months 02:50 Why inconsistent income is normal (even at 7 figures) 04:30 Student loans vs. investing (the math) 06:15 Brittany's sales problem: inspiring but not selling 08:15 Coaching #2 — Michelle: 7 years in, is she building wealth? 09:25 The owner's pay formula every business owner needs 12:00 The 3 questions to ask your accountant 13:25 Michelle's sales problem: referral-only is a risk 15:00 How to build an online audience from your client work 17:25 Coaching #3 — Dr. Priya: earning more, feeling broke 18:25 Why your revenue isn't your salary 19:50 Setting owner's pay based on the business, not your bills 22:00 Launching a membership without feeling salesy 22:40 Why niching down is the cheapest way to make more money 25:30 Coaching #4 — Danny: $750K revenue / $70K take-home 26:50 The construction industry "starving artist" trap 27:55 Operations is where your profit is leaking 29:55 The garden analogy: why you have to cut to grow 32:45 Should you compete on price? (Specialty over commodity) 36:00 Big themes: niching + operational inefficiencies 38:25 Join us on June 1st for the live Coach-a-thon Connect With Gina Knox: Instagram: instagram.com/ginaknox Email: info@ginaknox.com For the 23% is the women of color business and entrepreneurship podcast hosted by multi-million-dollar entrepreneur Dielle Charon. Each week you'll learn how to grow your sales, money, and freedom so we can increase the 23% of business owners who are women of color. Website: forthe23percent.com Instagram: @forthe23percent Membership: forthe23percent.com/membership

HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY BABES! In this week's episode, Sarah is reflecting on the beautiful, challenging, AMAZING, HARD, rewarding job that is being a Mom. Enjoy!Want more from Sarah?Personal Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@SarahMerrill_Hall⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Share some Laughs: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@bigkidproblems⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Check out our new Show IG! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@bottleserviceBKP⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop Sarah's Pregnancy/ Postpartum Must Haves on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bottle Service MERCH⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Big thank you to our episode sponsors!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Quince⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - From quick dinners to slow simmers, Quince has the cookware to make it all better!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠RULA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: Connect with quality therapists and mental health expertsLittle Spoon - Make mealtime easy with 30% off with code BOTTLESERVICE30Kindred Bravely - 20% off your first order when you go to KindredBravely.com/BOTTLESERVICESee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.