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Keith Rabois has built companies, backed some of Silicon Valley's biggest successes, and earned a reputation as one of the sharpest strategic minds in venture capital. But when Louisa sat down with him, they barely spoke about investing. Instead, they explored the system behind his decision-making: the daily habits he believes keep his brain performing at an elite level. From treating himself like a professional athlete to measuring every workout for more than two decades, Rabois argues that the strongest predictor of longevity isn't genetics or supplements, it's VO₂ max. He explains why every ambitious person should know their VO₂ max, why he believes improving it may have a greater impact than many of the world's biggest public health campaigns, and why he asks founders the same question before asking about their company. You'll hear why he wears a fitness tracker every day, why he hasn't missed more than seven workouts in seven years, and why he believes consistency, not intensity, is what compounds into extraordinary performance. The conversation then moves beyond fitness into the psychology of excellence. Keith explains why he reads for an hour every day, how reading the encyclopedia as a child shaped the way he thinks, and why nearly every world-class founder, politician, and investor he admires shares one habit: relentless curiosity. He reveals how he learned to assess people within minutes, what he looks for on a LinkedIn profile before an interview, why preparation matters far more than talent, and the invisible work that most people mistake for luck. They also dive into his longevity protocol: why creatine became a non-negotiable after reading the cognitive research, how he approaches blood work differently from traditional medicine, why he uses red light therapy and cryotherapy, the supplements he actually believes are worth taking, and why he refuses to use anything that could unnecessarily affect his brain. He explains why he would invest in brain-computer interfaces but never electively implant one himself, and why protecting the unique quirks of your brain may be more valuable than enhancing them. Finally, they unpack one of his most controversial beliefs: stress isn't something to eliminate, it's something to embrace. Drawing on the research behind *The Upside of Stress*, Keith explains why people who reframe stress consistently outperform those who fear it, why challenge drives growth from the cellular level to leadership, and how high-performing teams balance obsession, accountability, and psychological safety.
Originally broadcast live.E-commerce fulfillment is hyper-competitive. Brands are demanding faster SLA turnarounds, custom unboxing experiences, and complete real-time visibility—all while warehouse operational costs rise and margins get squeezed tighter every year.Whether you're a 3PL looking to break into e-commerce fulfillment or an established operator aiming to scale without operational chaos, we're putting this livestream on to serve as your actionable playbook.Join Kevin as he sits down with three industry powerhouses to break down the full lifecycle of a profitable e-commerce 3PL.What We'll Cover:1. How to position your 3PL to attract high-value DTC brands without entering a price war.2. Vetting your Ideal Client Profile (ICP) and setting rock-solid SLAs before signing the contract.3. Transitioning from B2B/bulk moves to unit-level pick-and-pack workflows.4. Designing lean floor processes that handle 5x seasonal volume spikes without throwing extra labor at broken processes.5. Spotting silent margin leakage: uncaptured custom labor, manual billing errors, and unmonitored SLA penalties.6. Leveraging data and SKU-level profitability models to ensure every account remains profitable.Learn more about Pallite here.Learn more about Big Joe's AP44 here. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show
Checking in four weeks out from the Sydney Marathon and reflecting on a foundational mental practice: joy spotting. After an off-feeling weekend interaction, Emily shares how she made a conscious choice to respond instead of react—focusing on present-moment joys like fresh journals, good coffee, homemade shakshuka, and time at the track. Plus, she answers a listener question from Anna about how to overcome intimidation and launch a podcast of your own. In This Episode: Sydney Marathon Countdown: Emily reflects on her training build as she gets ready to travel to Australia for the big race. The Power of "Joy Spotting": How to consciously steer your focus toward micro-moments of joy when stress or negative interactions try to take over. Responding vs. Reacting: Recognizing that your body can't always distinguish between physical and emotional stress, and why choosing how you respond is a superpower. Listener Q&A: Emily breaks down how she launched Hurdle in 2018, her go-to gear recommendations for beginners, and why consistency is the most important factor in starting your own show. Weekly Prompt: What is one thing on your joy list that you can do this weekend? SOCIAL@emilyabbate@hurdlepodcast@iheartwomenssports JOIN: The Daily Hurdle IG ChannelSIGN UP: Weekly Hurdle NewsletterASK ME A QUESTION: Email hello@hurdle.us to with your questions! Emily answers them every Friday on the show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today, we are joined by the amazing Maryna from the Ad Badger team. If you have ever wondered why your Amazon PPC performance suddenly dropped, even when your bids, keywords, and competitor pricing look perfect this episode is for you.Maryna shares her brilliant workflow for managing massive Amazon accounts that juggle thousands of SKUs. We discuss how to combine three essential Amazon reports into one master spreadsheet to accurately track your inventory levels. But the real magic happens next: we explore how to feed that data into AI chatbots, like Claude or Gemini, to instantly generate beautiful, actionable dashboards.We'll see you in The PPC Den!
As you do the deep internal work of understanding your Emotional Operating System, releasing shame, and rebuilding self-trust, your awareness naturally expands. You begin to notice the emotional dynamics of the people around you—friends, family members, acquaintances, and even your ex. In this episode, we focus strictly on protecting your personal recovery space. Learn how Anxious, Avoidant, and Fearful attachment styles present in others, how to spot when someone else's unmanaged chaos is threatening your progress, and how to use our Thought Download and Override method to stay firmly anchored in your own healing without falling into the "rescuer trap." Ready to Fast-Track Your Breakup Recovery? Stop waiting for "time" to heal you and start your journey back to happy with a personalized roadmap. I am now accepting a limited number of 1:1 coaching clients. Let's turn your heartbreak into a catalyst for your greatest transformation. · Claim your Free 30-Minute Strategy Call here: https://www.angieday.com/join/ Discover your Unique Breakup Style: This is a crucial first step to taking back your power. Your emotional reactions are driven by a subconscious operating system (your attachment style). By identifying your unique style, you gain a clear blueprint for your behavior. This transforms your healing from a frustrating, chaotic storm into a strategic, predictable, and conquerable process. · Take the quiz here: https://www.angieday.com/free-quiz/ Connect with Angie: If you or someone you love is struggling after a breakup or divorce and you'd like professional support to navigate the aftermath, I'm here to help. · Email me at: angie@contactangieday.com · Leave a Voicemail: https://www.speakpipe.com/TheBacktoHappyPodcast
Today we dig into what it really takes to lead and scale a financial advisory firm, from personal standards and authenticity to the daily habits that shape culture. Dustin Corrente shares the leadership principles behind growing an organization to more than 150 advisors and boosting revenue by more than 400%.Key topics discussed in this episode:• Lessons from golf and sports about leading yourself before leading others• Spotting the gap between “ideal self” and real commitment• Why authenticity and follow-through create trust at scale• Rebuilding a firm from transactional sales to financial planning• Building a bench of future leaders to handle inevitable changeFollow Elite Achievement for more conversations on leadership and high-level execution.About DustinDustin Corrente is the Founder of Mid-Atlantic Financial Group. With more than 24 years in financial services, he has served as a financial advisor and leader, building a firm that has grown from 72 to more than 150 advisors while increasing revenue by over 400%. Passionate about servant leadership, Dustin is dedicated to developing advisors and helping them build meaningful, high-performing careers.Connect with DustinWebsiteConnect on LinkedInLinkedInAbout Kristin BurkeKristin Burke works with financial advisors and leaders in financial services who are building and scaling firms. She helps them lead more effectively, develop their team, and execute consistently on the priorities that drive growth.Work with KristinIf you are building a firm and want a strategic partner to help you think through leadership, team development, and execution, you can learn more about working with Kristin here:WebsiteConnect on LinkedInLinkedIn
How can you sell more insurance by being "authentic" with your prospects? That's one of the topics Charles Specht addresses in this interview with Marques Ogden. You have to be more Micro-Niched, seen as the expert, and don't have commission breath. In this episode, Charles and Marques will explain how to merge Authenticity & Permission in order to create more Commission. Key Topics: Marques Ogden's fall from NFL and construction success to rock bottom Losing his business, home, and cars after letting ego take over The "be your own CEO" mindset that sparked his comeback Building a coaching career and top ranked podcast from nothing Authenticity means caring about clients, not chasing a quick sale The "give, give, give, then ask" approach to earning trust Timing offers so they truly benefit the client, not just you Why agents lose trust by disappearing after the sale closes Spotting "desperation breath" and protecting genuine relationships Micro-niching builds trust and grows an agent's book of business Reach out to Marques Ogden Charles Specht Visit: Get Authentic with Marques Ogden Marques Ogden Permission Network Chief Sales Officer Permission Producer School Produced by PodSquad.fm
In this wide-ranging Q&A, Tim explores reinvention, enduring skills for the age of AI, friendship, mental health, fitness, language learning, privacy, cognitive longevity, and more.This episode is brought to you by:Gusto simple and easy payroll, HR, and benefits platform used by 400,000+ businesses: Gusto.com/TimMomentous high-quality creatine for cognitive and muscular support: LiveMomentous.com/TimHelix Sleep premium mattresses: HelixSleep.com/TimWealthfront high-yield cash account: Wealthfront.com/TimNew clients get 3.30% base APY from program banks + additional 0.75% boost for 3 months on your uninvested cash (max $150k balance). Terms and conditions apply. The Cash Account offered by Wealthfront Brokerage LLC (“WFB”) member FINRA/SIPC, not a bank. The base APY as of 1/30/26 is representative, can change, and requires no minimum. Tim Ferriss, a non-client, receives compensation from WFB for advertising and holds a non-controlling equity interest in the corporate parent of WFB, which creates a conflict of interest. Individual experiences and outcomes will differ. Instant withdrawals may be limited by your receiving firm and other factors. Investment advisory services provided by Wealthfront Advisers LLC, an SEC-registered investment adviser. Securities investments: not bank deposits, not bank-guaranteed or FDIC-insured, and may lose value.Timestamps:[00:00:00] Start.[00:00:24] How to go from hyper-optimized to grounded.[00:03:45] Reinvention in your late 40s: there are more than two options.[00:07:45] Five meta-skills for the age of AI.[00:16:06] Post-sabbatical rules that re-focused this podcast.[00:21:05] Why male friendship is built shoulder-to-shoulder, not face-to-face.[00:25:04] Love for women authors.[00:25:24] SAINT, TMS, and Ampa's one-day brain reset.[00:27:32] How to build a fanbase by being your authentically weird self.[00:28:50] My “something is better than nothing” workout routine.[00:30:33] Staying fit in mind and soul via the past-year review.[00:31:12] The 4-Hour Body workout routines I still follow.[00:35:46] Spotting the future titan hiding in an average teen.[00:37:01] Vacation, burnout, or an outgrown life? Take a mini-retirement.[00:41:18] Guiding kids through our digital dystopia.[00:43:45] Does AI kill language learning? What does a new language really give you?[00:53:36] Muted movies as late-night writing company.[00:54:13] Best sub-$100 buy: seven seasons of wholesome Pawnee.[00:55:34] Why two hours of walking fixes almost everything.[00:57:21] Sleep, unsexily solved: less water, more sun, more exhaustion.[00:59:16] Privacy as the new luxury in the age of shrinking fame.[01:02:35] Luxuries worth overspending on: massage, easy travel, and health.[01:07:24] The best defense against cognitive decline: exercise, exercise, exercise.[01:11:11] Parting thoughts.*For show notes and past guests on The Tim Ferriss Show, please visit tim.blog/podcast.For deals from sponsors of The Tim Ferriss Show, please visit tim.blog/podcast-sponsorsSign up for Tim's email newsletter (5-Bullet Friday) at tim.blog/friday.For transcripts of episodes, go to tim.blog/transcripts.Discover Tim's books: tim.blog/books.Follow Tim:Twitter: twitter.com/tferriss Instagram: instagram.com/timferrissYouTube: youtube.com/timferrissFacebook: facebook.com/timferriss LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/timferrissSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In Episode #112 of The Executive Commute, Jayson Krause is joined by experienced entrepreneur, former CEO, and TEC Canada Chair Mark Terrill for a candid conversation about transparency in leadership. They explore why transparency is essential for building trust, particularly during difficult periods, and why employees create their own explanations when leaders fail to communicate clearly. Mark also explains why effective transparency does not mean sharing everything. Leaders must balance openness with confidentiality, timing, focus, and empathy. When handled poorly, transparency can become oversharing, venting, or an overload of information that creates more fear than alignment. This episode will challenge you to consider what your team needs to hear, what you may be withholding, and how more intentional communication could strengthen your leadership. Episode timestamps: 00:00 Can a leader become more transparent? 01:13 The cost of holding back 06:43 Why transparency builds trust 09:45 Transparency versus full disclosure 11:47 Mark's leadership journey 22:14 What transparency really means 26:22 Why openness is mistaken for weakness 31:04 What breaks when transparency is missing 31:54 Leading transparently through tough times 34:04 The illusion of transparency 36:55 Becoming a more transparent leader 37:48 Mark's greatest moment of self-doubt 42:10 Spotting a lack of transparency 44:42 Advanced transparency 49:03 The dark side of transparency 52:00 Transparency versus venting 54:04 The transparency paradox 56:01 When total transparency becomes harmful 58:21 Getting transparency right 61:37 Can transparency reduce honesty? 64:09 Damaging transparency advice 65:37 Can transparent leaders fail? 66:43 The importance of pivoting quickly 68:38 Final takeaway Follow Jayson Krause YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3Voc2qOmcqGKfqy6CDiZOw LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jayson-krause/
Welcome back to the Sutton Podcast!This week I'm joined by Ryan Deeney - National League analyst, Head Researcher for Football Manager and one of the most respected independent voices covering non-league football.We chat about Ryan's journey from watching Solihull Moors to becoming one of the people supporters turn to for insight on the National League. Along the way we discuss Football Manager, scouting, spreadsheets (lots of spreadsheets!), Birmingham City, David Ajiboye and why Ryan believes there has never been a better time to follow non-league football.Of course, we also spend plenty of time talking Sutton United.Ryan looks back at the National League title-winning side, explains why he thought David Ajiboye was such a special talent, reflects on the difficult years that followed promotion and gives his verdict on Chris Agutter's summer recruitment.We also revisit last season's predictions, discuss why the National League has become tougher than ever to escape and ask the big question...Can Sutton United challenge towards the top end of the table this season?Chapters00:00 Introduction02:45 Ryan's National League journey05:12 Becoming a Football Manager researcher08:30 Birmingham City and Jude Bellingham11:55 Turning football data into expertise15:20 How Ryan analyses managers19:40 Spotting players before everyone else23:15 The players he got wrong27:50 Why he stayed outside the professional game31:40 David Ajiboye and Sutton's title-winning side35:55 Looking back at Sutton's recent seasons40:10 Last season's predictions revisited43:45 Steve Morison and a brutal run of fixtures47:30 Sutton's summer recruitment51:15 Why the National League keeps getting harder55:00 Early season predictions58:20 Where to follow Ryan1:00:11 Outro
In this Q&A, I'm answering two of your fertility questions: How long after a positive LH test should your temperature rise, and what does spotting from ovulation until your period actually mean? We're also diving into why LH strips can be misleading, what a gradual BBT rise may be telling you, and the root causes you need to address for strong ovulation and overall fertility.Ways to work with Corinne: Join the Mind Your Hormones Method, HERE! (Use code PODCAST for 10% off!!)Get access to Corinne's FREE Trying to Conceive Masterclass here!Mentioned in this episode: Q&A submission form Join the email list here! (to hear about the Fertile Ground Fiesta August promotions)Podcast episode on Weak Ovulation & Confirming Ovulation with Basal Body TemperatureTempdrop wearable BBT tracker (use code AFCORINNE) Know Your Fertile Window program Join the Mind Your Hormones Community to connect more with me & other members of this community!Come hang out with me on Instagram: @corinneangealicaOr on TikTok: @corinneangelicaEmail Fam: Click here to get weekly emails from meMind Your Hormones Instagram: @mindyourhormones.podcast Disclaimer: always consult your doctor before taking any supplementation. This podcast is intended for educational purposes only, not to diagnose or treat any conditions.
Learning how to reverse engineer government contract pricing can be the difference between a competitive bid and a wasted proposal. In this episode, you'll get a step-by-step method for pulling real spending data on any federal contract and using it to build a winning price, plus how to spot solicitations that are already wired for someone else before you waste time bidding. Learn how to pull an incumbent contract number and use USASpending.gov to see actual dollars spent, not just the awarded ceiling Discover how to use AI tools like ChatGPT or Gemini to reverse engineer labor rates and estimated profit margins from public spending data See a real example of underbidding a 47 million dollar incumbent by dropping from a 30 percent margin to a competitive 12.5 percent Understand the four red flags that signal a solicitation has been scoped out for a specific vendor, including tight geographic radius requirements and unrealistic response windows Get a real world breakdown of an Army hotel solicitation and how ultra specific requirements can quietly disqualify every bidder but one Mindy gives you the federal opportunities, agency signals, recompete intel, and pursuit briefs that tell you not just what contracts exist, but which ones to chase and how to win them. Sign up for free Daily Alerts and get opportunities delivered to your inbox before the day starts.
Every day, ordinary people unknowingly walk right past clear human trafficking signs in their own neighborhoods and on their kids' smartphones. Over 50 million people worldwide are trapped in modern slavery, with vulnerable runaways targeted in local hotels and teenagers groomed by digital predators using AI. In this episode, Nick Thompson sits down with Laura Parker, CEO of The Exodus Road, to expose the warning human trafficking signs hiding in local neighborhoods and on children's social media. Despite explosive headlines about elite networks in the Epstein files, the mainstream media fails to teach everyday citizens how the infrastructure of this multi-billion-dollar criminal enterprise actually operates. You are conditioned to believe trafficking only looks like dramatic kidnappings by strangers, but the terrifying reality is a systematic manipulation of trust. Laura Parker exposes real human trafficking stories of survivors, unmasks online grooming tactics, and uncovers the exact child exploitation prevention strategies you need to protect your community. In this episode, you will learn: ✅ Exactly what human trafficking signs to watch out for in hotels, airports, and your everyday life. ✅ How "Romeo pimps" and digital predators use psychological manipulation and false promises to groom victims. ✅ Why law enforcement is shifting toward digital forensics instead of traumatizing survivor testimony for sex trafficking rescue operations. ✅ The reality of online child grooming tactics exposed and how AI is fueling sextortion schemes through social media apps. ✅ Inspiring human trafficking stories of survivors who have reclaimed their lives from modern slavery. ✅ Actionable child exploitation prevention steps you can take to make an impact for World Day Against Trafficking in Persons 2026. Our Guest Laura Parker is the CEO and co-founder of The Exodus Road, a global anti-human trafficking organization that has conducted operations in 20+ countries and helped free over 6,300 survivors. She's a speaker, author, and advocate for human-centered leadership — drawing on 15 years of frontline experience, including raising three kids overseas while her husband worked undercover in anti-trafficking operations. Laura speaks on healthy leadership culture, sustainable performance, human trafficking awareness, and how to keep kids safe online. Our Mission Eyes Wide Open is a space for honest communication. Our goal is to remove the stigmas around mental health, holistic lifestyles, culture, and free speech so you can show up as your authentic self with your eyes wide open. By having real conversations about difficult truths, we move toward collective healing. Chapters 00:00 The Reality of Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking 03:55 Laura Parker's Journey from Teacher to The Exodus Road 05:13 Explaining Force Fraud Coercion and Trafficking Myths 07:57 How Romeo Pimps Groom Runaways in the United States 11:08 The Psychology of Grooming and Stockholm Syndrome 15:14 Why Digital Forensics is Crucial for Trafficking Rescues 19:52 Exposing the Digital Supply Chain of Trafficking 24:24 Spotting the Real Signs of Trafficking in Plain Sight 26:27 How AI and Sextortion Target Teens Online 32:17 Practical Advice for Parents to Protect Kids 43:51 Managing Severe PTSD and Secondary Trauma 53:41 The True Impact of the Epstein Files Find Laura Parker here: Website: https://lauraparker.org/ | https://theexodusroad.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamlauraparker/ | https://www.instagram.com/theexodusroad/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-parker-223677112/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@joykongmd Find Nick Thompson here: Nick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nthompson513/ UCAN Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_ucan_foundation/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@EyesWideOpenContent LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickthompson13/ UCAN Foundation: https://theucanfoundation.org/ Website: https://www.engagewithnick.com
Stepping away from a safe accounting degree to forge his own path, Malaysian content creator Ming Chun transformed his love for local food into a thriving personal brand and restaurant business. Known to his audience as the "Ayam Guy" after reviewing over 50 ayam gepuk locations, he systematically built a loyal following by sharing authentic, relatable reviews. Instead of quitting his day job on a whim, Ming Chun balanced his family's signage business with late-night editing, securing a financial buffer before going full-time. Spotting key gaps in traditional recipes like tough meat and bone hassle, he engineered a modern version featuring tender, boneless, crispy chicken thighs, which he validated through a pop-up that drew massive 5-hour queues.Now operating his storefront, Gepuklah, in Damansara Uptown, Ming Chun proves that young Malaysian professionals don't need "perfect timing" by starting small and building trust first, you can scale a side hustle into a real business.
Bria Gadd is a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition® Practitioner, holistic health coach, and certified personal trainer, who specializes in female hormones, helping women with weight release and energy gain in pre and post menopause, and finding clarity in hormonal chaos.After helping thousands of women lose weight in their 20's and 30's, Bria recognized a difficult shift in women's ability to get results in their body during their perimenopause years. With more than 15 years of experience in the fitness and nutrition industry, Bria created a proven strategy to dramatically improve the challenges women are experiencing in weight release and energy.Her podcast The Period Whisperer is a top 1% wellness podcast in the world with an instagram following of over 19,000. Bria has been featured in Fox News, Women's Health and top women's podcasts such as The MidLife Makeover Show to name a few. SHOW NOTES:0:39 Welcome to the podcast!3:09 About Bria Gadd4:03 Welcome her to the show!5:27 Is perimenopause the problem?7:18 Spotting initial symptoms10:32 Confusion around HRT11:20 Functional lab testing14:12 Digestive & Gut Support16:20 What perimenopause symptoms are trying to tell you18:45 Root causes of adrenal dysfunction20:56 Why working with a practitioner cuts through the noise24:18 Before detox27:15 How your period changes30:08 Before starting HRT34:33 Birth control stories35:50 Impact of endotoxins on hormones41:59 Deficiency in joy43:14 Peptides for perimenopause48:45 Poor sleep & blood sugar 52:51 Her POV on peptides56:49 Her Midlife Mojo program58:22 Her final piece of advice59:12 Thanks for tuning inRESOURCES:Website: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/ IG: @bria_period_whispherer Facebook: BriaThePeriodWhisperer/ TikTok: briagadd YouTube: @bria_period_whisperer Podcast: The Period Whisperer Podcast Beam Minerals - code: Yuka AppEllie MDSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
There's reports of cockroaches and fleas at Auckland Hospital - and one patient took a tumble. Patient Claudia Elliot says she hit her head, after seeing a cluster of cockroaches in her shower. "I managed to crush one of them and tried to get the other two, and that's when I slipped and fell." The Heath New Zealand website says cockroaches thrive in unhealthy environments, and transmit disease. RNZ reports Health New Zealand's received about 140 complaints about fleas at Auckland sites in the past year. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The MAFFEO DRINKS Podcast is a leading drinks business podcast, listened to in 120 countries worldwide with 125+ episodes. Honest conversations about how the industry actually works, from the bar and what it means for the boardroom.This Episode is hosted by Chris Maffeo and brought to you by MAFFEO DRINKS.Chris Maffeo is welcoming Jean-Robert Bellanger, co-founder of Amaretto Adriatico, the new-generation amaretto brand from Puglia available in more than 40 countries.How do you build a brand in a category nobody is paying attention to?Why does drink strategy matter more than product quality alone?How do you manage a portfolio across different ABV levels and limited editions without losing focus?And why is reinventing something that already exists always more powerful than inventing something from scratch?Find all episodes featuring Jean-Robert Bellanger at themaffeodrinkspodcast.com.Timestamps:00:00 Introduction, BCB Berlin and launching Amaretto Adriatico just before COVID01:33 Reviving the amaretto category, the Amaretto Sour and what Jeffrey Morgenthaler changed04:57 Why most amaretto is no longer made with almonds and the gap Amaretto Adriatico was built to fill08:17 Movement as a brand strategy, how new recipes recruit new drinkers into a category13:25 Spotting cocktails versus inventing them, Campari and the Negroni, Aperol and the Spritz18:36 The three SKU portfolio, how Adriatico Roasted, Bianco and Zero came about24:20 How different markets consume the product, Italy versus UK versus America30:09 The role of the homeland, why being distributed by Velier in Italy opened every door after33:44 Boots on the ground, why distribution without people on the field is useless40:00 Collaborations as a brand building tool, from cognac cocktail kits to chocolate in duty free49:45 Limited editions, Evan Williams bourbon cask, Caroni, Bonollo Grappa and Maison Ferrand cognac53:00 The US push and final thoughts, go where nobody else is and do not read IWSR data alone Wanna know what the conversation above means for your team? It's in the paid section.For €100 a year you get access to Maffeo Confidential (Private Podcast) and get this analysis and access to the full archive of 125 episodes, each one translated from industry conversation into the commercial decisions underneath it. Find out more at maffeodrinks.com
In this episode of In Depth, Brett sits down with Jon Noronha, co-founder and CPO of Gamma, the AI-native presentation platform used by more than 100 million people. In this conversation, he walks through Gamma's distinct eras of product-market fit: from a pre-AI struggle with a year of runway left, to an overnight AI-fueled explosion, to today's unplanned scramble into enterprise sales. Jon also unpacks his hard-won lessons on horizontal versus vertical bets, monetizing AI products, and why nailing onboarding turned out to be the whole game. In today's episode, we discuss: Why Gamma's all-in AI launch in March 2023 saved their startup How fixing a simple onboarding problem accidentally uncovered Gamma's entire product-market fit Why Jon bet Gamma on a horizontal product against the advice of nearly every investor How Gamma's daily signups climbed from hundreds to over 100,000 with zero paid marketing What building three pricing tiers taught Jon about monetizing AI References Canva: https://www.canva.com/ Corgi: https://www.corgi.insure/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ Gamma: https://gamma.app/ Google: https://www.google.com/ Linear: https://linear.app/ Loom: https://www.loom.com/ Microsoft: https://www.microsoft.com/ Notion: https://www.notion.com/ Optimizely: https://www.optimizely.com/ Salesforce: https://www.salesforce.com/ Slack: https://slack.com/ Zoom: https://www.zoom.us/ Where to find Jon Noronha LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonnoronha/ Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/thatsjonsense Where to find Brett LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brett-berson-9986094/ Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/brettberson Where to find First Round Capital Website: https://firstround.com/ First Round Review: https://review.firstround.com/ Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/firstround YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstRoundCapital This podcast on all platforms: https://review.firstround.com/podcast Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 01:47 Gamma's three-era journey to product-market fit 03:41 Spotting the blank page problem pre-ChatGPT 05:11 How Gamma survived with only one year of runway 07:17 How onboarding fixes revealed the whole product 09:31 Choosing horizontal over investors' vertical playbook 13:41 Prototyping by hand before AI coding 15:36 How Gamma builds with future models in mind 20:06 The Kool-Aid mistake of a late PowerPoint export 24:31 Why the presentation industry hadn't evolved since 1987 33:30 How Gamma solves evals for taste, not just data 40:21 Jon's hardest lessons monetizing AI since 2023 44:16 The fast leap from prosumer to enterprise 47:01 Why product still beats distribution 52:06 The metric that proved product-market fit 57:36 Pricing advice for prosumer AI founders 59:01 The toils and realities of founder life
Send us Fan MailGreat performers don't always make great leaders. That gap is costing nonprofits people they can't afford to lose.As nonprofits head into the busiest stretch of the year, Britt Stockert revisits a listener favorite with Chris Wong, founder of Leadership Potential and a licensed therapist who builds leadership programs inside nonprofits. They talk about accidental leadership: the quiet gap between being a great performer and being ready to lead a team, and why closing it matters most right before things get loud.Spotting potential is easy. Developing it is non-negotiable.What You'll LearnWhat accidental leadership is and why it happens even in the best-run nonprofitsWhy promotion skills and leadership skills aren't the same thingHow one avoided conversation can quietly cost you your best peopleWhat leaders can do right now to close the gapMore About Our GuestChris Wong is the founder of Leadership Potential, a licensed therapist who builds leadership development programs inside nonprofits from the ground up.Resources and LinksGet Chris's free Difficult Conversations Playbook for Leaders hereConnect with Chris on LinkedInAbout DonorboxDonorbox is a trusted online and on-location fundraising platform that helps nonprofits raise more. With easy-to-use donation forms, powerful donor management tools, and features designed to grow recurring giving, we have helped 100,000-plus organizations process over $4 billion in donations worldwide.donorbox.orgEnjoying the show? Subscribe for more practical fundraising strategies, leadership insights, and tools to help your nonprofit grow sustainably.The information provided in this series is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal or financial advice. Please consult with a professional advisor for specific guidance.Support the show
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The provided sources explore the critical challenge of maintaining digital authenticity as generative AI makes deepfakes increasingly sophisticated and accessible. To combat the spread of misinformation, experts from organizations like the ITU and C2PA advocate for international technical standards, specifically focusing on AI watermarking and provenance metadata. These tools embed invisible, tamper-evident markers that allow users to verify a file's history and determine if content was algorithmically created. Investigative journalism networks further highlight the urgent need for these protections during elections, where audio and video clones pose significant threats to democratic integrity. In addition to technical safeguards, the materials emphasize public education and critical observation skills to help individuals identify subtle glitches in manipulated media. Together, these initiatives seek to rebuild transparency and trust in a landscape where the line between real and synthetic content is rapidly disappearing.
It's Q&A Wednesday, and we're tackling some of the biggest questions investors are asking right now. How do you separate compelling market narratives from reality? We discuss practical ways to identify, question, and fact-check popular investing themes before making portfolio decisions. 0:00 INTRO 0:52 - Google, Intel, Tesla Preview 5:45 - Oil Price Futures & Iran 10:44 - How much allocation to high risk, high reward strategies? 14:44 - Which company for toilet paper price increases 15:25 - Determining when to buy stock in high momentum sector (like semi-conductors)? 19:59 - SimpleVisor S&P Estimated earnings 20:32 - Long dated calls & puts for risk management in current market? 24:22 - Hyperscalers & AI GPU Depreciation & Free Cash Flow 28:27 - Holdings Breakdown in S&P - buying equally in all sectors? 31:45 - Is there a good Sector Rotation Fund we watch? 32:25 - What do we do in the morning to prepare for the day? (not Suze Ormand) 36:12 - Isn't Rebalancing adding to losers? 40:15 - Roth IRA w ETF's 41:26 - Private Credit in a slowing economy 44:51 - Have Food Stocks bottomed? (General Mills) 48:11 - Outlook for Interest Rates through the end of the year 49:53 - Are Energy Stocks attractive? Hosted by RIA Advisors Chief Investment Strategist, Lance Roberts, CIO, w Senior Investment Advisor, Danny Ratliff, CFP Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer ------- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo ------- Watch Today's Full Video on our YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/live/AmHOXWmt2OI ------- Articles mentioned in this report: "Why Retail Traders Consistently Underperform Over Time" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/why-retail-traders-consistently-underperform-over-time/ -------- Watch today's "Before the Bell" premarket commentary, "Markets Eye Earnings as Oil Lifts Yields" https://youtu.be/rWpYjR1_Cxs ------- Watch our previous show, "Why Investors Keep Chasing What's Hot" https://youtube.com/live/-ZZA_xtFZGg?feature=share ------- Get more info & commentary: https://realinvestmentadvice.com/insights/real-investment-daily/ ------- * REGISTER for our next Dynamic Learning Series, "Savvy Social Security Planning: More Income, Less Worry," Thursday, August 6, 2026: https://streamyard.com/watch/tQ3PS8hd64mt --- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN --- Subscribe to SimpleVisor : https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new --- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #StockMarket #OilPrices #EarningsSeason #InterestRates #Investing #StockMarket #PersonalFinance #WealthBuilding #LongTermInvesting
It's Q&A Wednesday, and we're tackling some of the biggest questions investors are asking right now. How do you separate compelling market narratives from reality? We discuss practical ways to identify, question, and fact-check popular investing themes before making portfolio decisions. 0:00 INTRO 0:52 - Google, Intel, Tesla Preview 5:45 - Oil Price Futures & Iran 10:44 - How much allocation to high risk, high reward strategies? 14:44 - Which company for toilet paper price increases 15:25 - Determining when to buy stock in high momentum sector (like semi-conductors)? 19:59 - SimpleVisor S&P Estimated earnings 20:32 - Long dated calls & puts for risk management in current market? 24:22 - Hyperscalers & AI GPU Depreciation & Free Cash Flow 28:27 - Holdings Breakdown in S&P - buying equally in all sectors? 31:45 - Is there a good Sector Rotation Fund we watch? 32:25 - What do we do in the morning to prepare for the day? (not Suze Ormand) 36:12 - Isn't Rebalancing adding to losers? 40:15 - Roth IRA w ETF's 41:26 - Private Credit in a slowing economy 44:51 - Have Food Stocks bottomed? (General Mills) 48:11 - Outlook for Interest Rates through the end of the year 49:53 - Are Energy Stocks attractive? Hosted by RIA Advisors Chief Investment Strategist, Lance Roberts, CIO, w Senior Investment Advisor, Danny Ratliff, CFP Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer ------- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo ------- Watch Today's Full Video on our YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/live/AmHOXWmt2OI ------- Articles mentioned in this report: "Why Retail Traders Consistently Underperform Over Time" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/why-retail-traders-consistently-underperform-over-time/ -------- Watch today's "Before the Bell" premarket commentary, "Markets Eye Earnings as Oil Lifts Yields" https://youtu.be/rWpYjR1_Cxs ------- Watch our previous show, "Why Investors Keep Chasing What's Hot" https://youtube.com/live/-ZZA_xtFZGg?feature=share ------- Get more info & commentary: https://realinvestmentadvice.com/insights/real-investment-daily/ ------- * REGISTER for our next Dynamic Learning Series, "Savvy Social Security Planning: More Income, Less Worry," Thursday, August 6, 2026: https://streamyard.com/watch/tQ3PS8hd64mt --- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN --- Subscribe to SimpleVisor : https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new --- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #StockMarket #OilPrices #EarningsSeason #InterestRates #Investing #StockMarket #PersonalFinance #WealthBuilding #LongTermInvesting
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In this episode, OCP Investigator Lee Glass shares what he sees on the front lines of OCP's complaint process. He walks us through the types of issues he commonly handles, why documentation is essential, and how consumers can build stronger complaints. Lee also discusses the scam patterns he encounters, the red flags he wants residents to recognize, and guidance on when to contact OCP for help. Have a question or suggestion for a future episode? Send an email to consumerconnection@montgomerycountymd.gov.
The crux of this podcast episode revolves around the intriguing evolution of the process involved in spotting the football, as elucidated by our esteemed guest, Timothy Brown, an expert in football archaeology. Our discourse delves into the historical nuances of how the game's foundational rules regarding the placement of the ball have transformed over time, particularly examining the practices in antiquity when the rules were not as clearly defined. We explore the transition from an era where the ball's placement was dictated by custom and player discretion to a more structured system governed by modern officiating protocols. Additionally, we discuss pivotal moments in football history that shaped the current regulations surrounding the rotation and positioning of the ball during play. Join us as we navigate through these historical developments that have indelibly influenced the game we know and cherish today.The conversation is based on Tim's recent article titled: The Twists and Turns of Spotting Dead Balls - https://www.footballarchaeology.com/p/the-twists-and-turns-of-spottingThe discourse engages with the evolution of the fundamental aspects of American football, specifically the intricate process of how the ball is spotted during gameplay. The conversation unveils historical practices, revealing that the early iterations of football lacked a standardized method for ball placement, which was primarily dictated by custom rather than formal regulations. The dialogue emphasizes the transformative journey from a rudimentary and fluid style of play, akin to rugby, to the regimented and rule-bound game we recognize today. The speakers delve into the historical context, citing the contributions of notable figures such as Timothy Brown, who elucidates the significance of ball rotation and spotting techniques that have become integral to the sport. Through their discussion, they elucidate that the methods used to determine ball placement were not merely technicalities, but rather reflections of the game's evolution and the establishment of a more structured approach to play.⏰ Timecodes ⏰00:21 The Origins of Game Rules01:49 The Evolution of Spotting the Ball in Football04:31 The Evolution of Touchdown Rules in Football09:35 The Evolution of Football Rules: The Ball Rotation Controversy11:52 Understanding the Goal Line and the Ball's Position15:12 Exploring Football History and ResourcesDo you want more football history? Grab a copy of our Award-Winning book, "The World's Greatest Pro Gridiron Team: The 1903 Franklin All-Stars" at https://amzn.to/4rG6uVeDon't forget to check out and subscribe to the Pigskin Dispatch YouTube channel for additional content and the regular Football History Minute Shorts.Miss our football by the day of the year podcasts, well, don't, because they can still be found at the Pigskin Dispatch website. Do you want more football history? Test your Gridiron Knowledge, we feed you Daily with our new FREE activity, The Pigskin Trivia Drive.Grab a copy of our latest book, "Marooned," on the 1925 Pottsville Maroons NFL franchise saga.*OR* Grab a copy of our book on Western Pennsylvania football history, "World's Greatest Gridiron Team" on the 1903 Franklin All-StarsDrop us a line at PigskinDispatch@gmail .com and check out and subscribe to the Pigskin Dispatch YouTube channel.Contact us directly at PigskinDispatch@Gmail.comMiss our football by the day of the year podcasts, well, don't because they can still be found at the Pigskin Dispatch website.
Are you neurodivergent and trying to navigate dating? Especially after a divorce? We can relate! In this episode, my co-host, Mona Kay, and I get real about our personal dating experiences after divorce, the patterns we've learned to recognize in neurodiverse partners, and how to spot toxic, narcissistic behavior. From info dumping on first dates to sensory quirks in the bedroom, we share candid, sometimes funny, always insightful stories that will help you navigate neurodiverse dating with more clarity, compassion — and better boundaries. Be sure to tune in for Episode 7 to catch the second half of our conversation. Topics covered: - Spotting neurodivergence (and narcissism) on dating apps - Info dumping on dates — and what to do about it - When autism and narcissism overlap - Alcohol, self-medication & neurodivergence - Sensory sensitivities in romantic and physical intimacy - How to adapt without losing yourself Timestamps: 0:00 – Teaser: When autism masks toxic behavior 1:24 – Welcome & intro: Meet Jodi & Mona 1:46 – Today's topic: dating, sex & neurodiverse relationships 2:16 – Dating in your 50s and 60s as a neurodivergent person 9:01 – Mona becomes a dating coach for her friends 9:18 – The guy with a strict 2-hour bandwidth for dates 10:35 – Real talk: there was one man who info dumped for 3 hours 11:42 – Tips for autistic daters: giving your partner space to talk 13:57 – Jodi's story: dating someone autistic AND narcissistic 17:24 – Love bombing, triangulation & the "harem" 19:13 – Don't assume it's just autism — key warning signs 20:16 – When you're constantly dysregulated in a relationship 20:49 – Mona's experience: dating an autistic man for almost a year 21:18 – Alcohol & neurodivergence: self-medicating to socialize 21:55 – Needing 6 beers just to go to a restaurant 24:10 – Sensory & intimacy differences: holding hands, kissing 28:10 – Eye contact during intimacy — an honest conversation 29:38 – The cold water toothbrush moment 30:52 – When sensory reactions feel like rejection 32:07 – Where to find Jodi & Mona Find Jodi: jodicarlton.com Find Mona: neurodiverselove.com Don't forget to like, subscribe, and send us your questions!
Researchers just used machine learning to read a carbonized Roman scroll that hasn't been opened in 2,000 years. In this week's progress report, Emma Varvaloucas dives into a technological breakthrough that is unlocking an ancient library buried by volcanic ash in 79 AD. Plus: a groundbreaking medical device in Barcelona that extends the viability of human eyes for vital medical research, the rapid adoption of eco-friendly heat pumps rivaling traditional air conditioning in the US, and the AI-powered drones that are successfully protecting swimmers from shark encounters across the globe. What Could Go Right? is produced by The Progress Network and Kaleidoscope. For transcripts, to join the newsletter, and for more information, visit: theprogressnetwork.org Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: https://theprogressnetwork.org/newsletter/ Watch the podcast on YouTube: / theprogressnetwork Follow us on X, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok: @progressntwrk Follow Emma on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heyemmavarv/
Has a boss ever asked you to drinks or dinner, and something about it felt off? On this episode of Cut to the Chase: host Gregg Goldfarb sits down with Jesse Weinstein, a partner at Phillips & Associates who has recovered nearly $40 million for employees facing harassment, discrimination, and retaliation at work. Jesse walks through why office happy hours create risk, why HR exists to protect the company rather than the employee, and what retaliation looks like long before someone actually gets fired. He also breaks down medical leave, caregiver rights, and the protections available to pregnant employees, including what happens when people return from parental leave to find their role has quietly disappeared. Practicing across New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania, Jesse shares how to document harassment the right way, what New York City's around-the-clock liability standard means for off-hours conduct, and why reading your employee handbook before anything happens could make or break a future case. Join Gregg and Jesse Weinstein on Cut to the Chase as they explore: What You'll Learn Why mixing alcohol into work events raises the risk of harassment, and why saying no can trigger its own backlash Why HR exists to protect the company, not the employee, and how investigations can be quietly limited How to document harassment the right way, including timestamped notes, texts, and one-party consent recording rules What counts as retaliation before you're ever fired: isolation, stripped duties, sudden scrutiny, and cold shouldering Why New York City's automatic employer liability rule can apply even to off-premises conduct Your rights around short-term disability, FMLA, and caregiver leave for a family member's medical condition What protections exist for pregnant employees, from morning sickness accommodations to return-from-leave retaliation Why contingency-fee representation means legal help doesn't require money up front Key Moments Introduction: the "boss asks you out" scenario and today's topics Why alcohol at work events raises the risk of harassment Why rejecting a boss's advances can trigger its own backlash Spotting workplace culture red flags during the interview process Why HR exists to protect the company, not the employee How investigations get limited: unquestioned witnesses and quiet dismissals Why documentation matters: timestamped notes, texts, and one-party consent recording Practicing across New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania Sending a rejection text, and why it counters the "it was consensual" defense What leadership can do to actually curb workplace harassment Reading the employee handbook and finding the right HR contact New York City's automatic employer liability for supervisor harassment What retaliation looks like before termination: isolation, stripped duties, scrutiny Weighing legal strategy against personal and career consequences When to call a lawyer, even before you've been fired New York's 24/7/365 liability standard for off-premises harassment Why most people only read their handbook after meeting a lawyer Medical leave rights: short-term disability and FMLA Caregiver leave for a family member's medical condition Pregnancy rights: morning sickness accommodations and the "interactive process" Retaliation after returning from parental leave, and hidden reorgs How contingency fee representation works Whether employees can negotiate to get their job back after termination Closing thoughts and how to reach Jesse Jesse Weinstein is a partner at Phillips & Associates, where he represents employees facing harassment, discrimination, and retaliation across New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. Over eight years of practice, he has recovered nearly $40 million for clients, with a focus on advocating for women in lower-power roles who often don't know their workplace rights. Contact / Follow Jesse Weinstein: Firm: Phillips & Associates LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jesseweinstein/ Want more conversations that cut through the noise on science, climate, and the issues shaping our future? Subscribe to Cut to the Chase: with Gregg Goldfarb for new episodes every week.
In this solo episode, David shares stories from two unforgettable weeks in Wyoming—from excavating an ancient Bison antiquus at the Willow Springs archaeological site to spending a day tracking wolves in Yellowstone National Park with wildlife guide Evan Stout. Along the way, he reflects on field archaeology, the challenges of living with permanent neuropathy after Guillain-Barré syndrome, the history of Yellowstone, wolf conservation, and why observing wild wolves offers a unique window into understanding the dogs that have shared our lives for thousands of years. Whether you're interested in archaeology, wildlife, human evolution, or America's national parks, this episode is a behind-the-scenes look at two worlds that are more connected than they might seem. Books Mentioned Empire of Shadows Undaunted Courage Eavesdropping on Animals Rise of Wolf 8 Reign of Wolf 21 Transcripts For a rough transcript head over to: https://www.archaeologypodcastnetwork.com/ethnocynology/41 Links: davidianhowe.com Davidianhowe.com/store History of Dog course: The History of Dogs Yellowstone Wildlife Guide Company The APN Awards: The APN Awards - Nominations Open! ArchPodNet APN Website: https://www.archpodnet.com APN on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/archpodnet APN on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/archpodnet APN on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archpodnet APN Shop Affiliates Motion Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Multipliers, as Liz Wiseman identified ("Multipliers - How the Best Leaders Make Everyone Smarter") don't simply recognize talent—they help it grow and spread. Perhaps that's one of the most important roles of an instructional coach. Rather than identifying what teachers are missing, coaches are on the prowl for the capabilities that are already emerging. Noticing them, naming them and creating opportunities for those talents to become even more powerful and, ultimately, benefit colleagues and students beyond a single classroom. Watch the Positive Psychology in Coaching and Professional Practices video (from Growth Coaching International) here. Subscribe to the Steve Barkley Ponders Out Loud podcast on iTunes or visit BarkleyPD.com to find new episodes!
We talk with Damiano Raveenthiran about why entrepreneurs accidentally build founder dependent jobs and how to redesign an agency into a real asset. We get specific about delegation, positioning, accountability, hard lessons from fraud, and how AI is reshaping what clients should pay for. • Bootstrapping an agency from scratch and scaling fast • Spotting founder dependence and the hidden cost of burnout • Delegating with the 70% rule and tightening the playbook with systems • Shifting from selling services to selling outcomes and strategy • Building trust and referrals through real client follow through • Thinking like an architect using OKRs and proactive planning • Using a sports team model with KPIs, reviews, and performance standards • Recognizing when the business cannot run without you • Learning “trust but verify” after a costly embezzlement story • Using AI to automate repetitive tasks and move up the value chain NEW EPISODES AND GREAT GUESTS EVERY THURSDAY AT 7PM! LISTEN OR WATCH ANYWHERE YOU FIND YOUR FAVORITE PODCASTS!! ---Welcome to The Brad Weisman Show, where we dive into the world of real people, real life, and everything in between with your host, Brad Weisman!
What makes people genuinely love where they work?In this episode of Success Leaves Clues, Robin Bailey is joined by special guest co-host Ashlea DesRoches for an inspiring conversation with Stephanie Crombie, Employee Experience Manager at HeyOrca, about the power of creating workplaces where people truly feel they belong.Drawing from a career that began in hospitality and took her around the world aboard cruise ships, Stephanie shares how memorable experiences, intentional leadership, and personalized employee journeys can transform workplace culture, especially in fully remote organizations.Rather than relying on generic perks or one-size-fits-all programs, Stephanie explains why today's most successful organizations create meaningful moments that help employees feel seen, valued, and connected from their very first day. From onboarding new hires to recognizing everyday contributions, she reveals practical strategies leaders can implement to improve engagement, retention, and long-term business success.Robin, Ashlea, and Stephanie also discuss remote culture, personalization, employee recognition, onboarding, belonging, leadership, workplace happiness, and why the way leaders make people feel will always matter more than any KPI.Whether you're a CEO, founder, HR leader, people manager, or someone passionate about building stronger workplace cultures, this episode offers actionable ideas for creating organizations where people thrive.You'll hear about:Why employee experience extends far beyond perks and benefits Creating meaningful workplace moments that employees remember Building a culture of belonging in fully remote teams The connection between employee happiness and business success Why personalized recognition outperforms generic rewards How intentional onboarding increases engagement and retention Practical ways leaders can make employees feel seen and valued Recognizing effort throughout the journey, not just outcomes Voice and choice as the foundation of great employee experiences How small moments create lasting workplace cultures Why human connection remains leadership's greatest advantageWe talk about:00:00 Welcome and introduction to Stephanie Crombie02:00 From hospitality to employee experience leadership05:45 Why people remember how work made them feel10:20 Building belonging in fully remote organizations15:30 Spotting culture shifts before they become problems17:30 Creating unforgettable onboarding experiences22:20 Personalization versus automation in employee experience27:00 Why generic perks no longer create engagement28:15 The power of "Voice and Choice"30:00 Happiness, belonging, and leadership culture32:00 Planting trees for future employees35:00 Final leadership lessons and closing thoughtsConnect with StephanieLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanie-crombie14/ Website: https://www.heyorca.com/ Connect with UsLinkedIn: Robin Bailey and Al McDonald Website: Aria Benefits and Life & Legacy Advisory Group
Exploring the psychological traits shared by successful entrepreneurs, Morgan highlights why some people collapse under hard work while others thrive. He applies casino blackjack rules directly to market strategies, details his childhood paper route mindset, and explains why true "luck" only finds those who are actively hunting for it.
Her image is just about everywhere in New York City. But her name and story is rarely known. This is the story of America's first supermodel Audrey Munson Plus, if you find yourself in New York City, we would love to hear from you about your encounters with Audrey Munson. Tell us your thoughts and snap a picture with her. Give us a call at 315-992-7902, and leave us a message with your name and story. Or you can record a voice memo and email it to us at hello@atlasobscura.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Have you ever caught yourself thinking, “I'm just not disciplined enough,” “I have no willpower,” or “Why can't I figure this out?”In the moment, these thoughts can feel like facts. But they may actually be limiting beliefs your brain has accepted without considering all the evidence.In this episode, I'm sharing one simple question that can help you challenge a limiting belief in about 10 seconds. You'll learn how to practice strength spotting, find evidence of the abilities you already possess, and use those strengths to make healthy habits easier.You don't need more shame, willpower, or a personality transplant. You may simply need to notice what is already working.What To Listen For[01:06] Why strength-based coaching feels different[01:51] How to develop the skill of strength spotting [02:59] A 5-minute exercise for identifying your strengths[04:50] What to write when negative self-talk leaves you feeling stuck[06:12] The question to that can dismantle a limiting belief like “I'm not disciplined enough”[08:21] How strength spotting works[10:02] Why “I have no discipline” may not be true[12:42] How to use strength spotting to deal with stress eating[14:44] How to build healthy habits from by leveraging your strengthsThe next time you hear yourself say, this one question can move you away from a disempowering story and toward a practical plan based on strengths you already possess.Listen to the full episode and subscribe to Happy & Healthy with Amy for more compassionate, practical tools to help you master your triggers and create healthy habits that stick. You can also grab a free excerpt of Thoughts Are Habits Too to learn how to let go of thoughts that no longer serve you and make changes from a place of self-trust.RESOURCES:Download the FREE Excerpt of Thoughts Are Habits TooBook a FREE Discovery Call with AmyDownload After Mom's Alzheimer's Diagnosis: The First 8 Things to Know and learn how to support her with more calm, clarity, and confidence.Download the RESTORED Protocol: Eight Essential Protective Factors to Build an Alzheimer's-Resistant BrainSchedule your Breakthrough Roadmap session with AmyFollow Amy on Instagram @amylangcoaching and on Facebook @amylangcoachingSubscribe to Amy's YouTube channel @happyandhealthywithamy
Join José as he hosts the first episode of the Emerging Manager series, sitting down with Jordan from Nomads—the fund-of-funds arm of the legendary VC firm Hummingbird. Together, they break down what truly separates elite venture investors from the rest of the market and how small, nimble emerging managers can outmaneuver multi-billion dollar tech funds.They dive into the concept of "pre-consensus" versus non-consensus investing, the art of tracking down hidden talent pools, and the unique psychological traits of great capital allocators. From Lord of the Rings analogies to the mechanics of a total South African real estate wipeout, Jordan shares raw, unfiltered insights into the reality of picking the ultimate GPs
Every investor wants to identify the next market bubble before it bursts, but history shows that's far easier said than done. Whether it's technology stocks, housing, cryptocurrencies, or today's Artificial Intelligence leaders, distinguishing a true speculative bubble from a powerful long-term investment trend is one of the greatest challenges in investing. Lance Roberts explains why bubbles are so difficult to recognize in real time, the behavioral biases that cloud investor judgment, and how to manage portfolio risk without relying on perfect market timing. 0:00 INTRO 0:51 - Bank Earnings Kick off This Week 4:50 - Market Complacency is High 11:34 - AI Capex Risk Cuts Both Ways 16:02 - The Multiplier Effect of AI Cap-ex Spending 18:39 - Productivity Growth Illustrated 22:19 - Why Spotting Bubbles is Difficult - The Paradox 24:56 - A History of Stock Market Bubbles 28:00 - Valuations & Market Drawdowns 30:42 - Four Horsemen of Financial Bubbles 34:03 - The Bubble Checklist: Momentum vs Mania 42:53 - How to Stay Invested 46:45 - Order of Liquidation Hosted by RIA Advisors Chief Investment Strategist, Lance Roberts, CIO, Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer ------- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo ------- Watch Today's Full Video on our YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/live/7bEwrd8UCHM ------- Watch today's "Before the Bell" premarket commentary, "Momentum Meets Complacency," https://youtu.be/h4kEwVr7l-0 ------- Watch our previous show, "Yield Curve Warnings: Signal or False Alarm?" https://youtube.com/live/oFqAQg5DkiI ------- Articles mentioned in this report: "AI Capex Risk Cuts Both Ways In The American Economy" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/ai-capex-risk-cuts-both-ways-in-the-american-economy/ "Spotting Market Bubbles: Why History Says It's Nearly Impossible" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/spotting-market-bubbles-why-history-says-its-nearly-impossible/ --- Get more info & commentary: https://realinvestmentadvice.com/insights/real-investment-daily/ ------- * REGISTER for our next Candid Coffee, "Narrative Busters: Market Stories Investors Should Approach With Caution," Saturday, July 18, 2026: https://streamyard.com/watch/RfJtCj2byfDr --- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN --- Subscribe to SimpleVisor : https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new --- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #StockMarket #MarketOutlook #Investing #OilPrices #Semiconductor #MarketBubbles #BehavioralFinance #RiskManagement
Every investor wants to identify the next market bubble before it bursts, but history shows that's far easier said than done. Whether it's technology stocks, housing, cryptocurrencies, or today's Artificial Intelligence leaders, distinguishing a true speculative bubble from a powerful long-term investment trend is one of the greatest challenges in investing. Lance Roberts explains why bubbles are so difficult to recognize in real time, the behavioral biases that cloud investor judgment, and how to manage portfolio risk without relying on perfect market timing. 0:00 INTRO 0:51 - Bank Earnings Kick off This Week 4:50 - Market Complacency is High 11:34 - AI Capex Risk Cuts Both Ways 16:02 - The Multiplier Effect of AI Cap-ex Spending 18:39 - Productivity Growth Illustrated 22:19 - Why Spotting Bubbles is Difficult - The Paradox 24:56 - A History of Stock Market Bubbles 28:00 - Valuations & Market Drawdowns 30:42 - Four Horsemen of Financial Bubbles 34:03 - The Bubble Checklist: Momentum vs Mania 42:53 - How to Stay Invested 46:45 - Order of Liquidation Hosted by RIA Advisors Chief Investment Strategist, Lance Roberts, CIO, Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer ------- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo ------- Watch Today's Full Video on our YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/live/7bEwrd8UCHM ------- Watch today's "Before the Bell" premarket commentary, "Momentum Meets Complacency," https://youtu.be/h4kEwVr7l-0 ------- Watch our previous show, "Yield Curve Warnings: Signal or False Alarm?" https://youtube.com/live/oFqAQg5DkiI ------- Articles mentioned in this report: "AI Capex Risk Cuts Both Ways In The American Economy" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/ai-capex-risk-cuts-both-ways-in-the-american-economy/ "Spotting Market Bubbles: Why History Says It's Nearly Impossible" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/spotting-market-bubbles-why-history-says-its-nearly-impossible/ --- Get more info & commentary: https://realinvestmentadvice.com/insights/real-investment-daily/ ------- * REGISTER for our next Candid Coffee, "Narrative Busters: Market Stories Investors Should Approach With Caution," Saturday, July 18, 2026: https://streamyard.com/watch/RfJtCj2byfDr --- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN --- Subscribe to SimpleVisor : https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new --- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #StockMarket #MarketOutlook #Investing #OilPrices #Semiconductor #MarketBubbles #BehavioralFinance #RiskManagement
Most people think group conversations are just a series of one-on-one interactions. They're not. AJ and Johnny break down the hidden social dynamics that determine who gets heard, who gets ignored, and why the best ideas often lose to the highest-status voices. Drawing on research from MIT and behavioral science, they introduce a practical framework for reading any room in under 90 seconds by identifying status hierarchies, hidden alliances, and the unspoken rules shaping every meeting, networking event, and dinner conversation. If you've ever left a meeting wondering why your ideas were overlooked—or watched someone else get credit for something you already said—this episode will change how you walk into every group conversation. Episode Resources: https://join.theartofcharm.com/xfa Unlockyourxfactor.com Chapters00:00 – Why group conversations follow different rules02:20 – The hidden status hierarchy in every room05:10 – How to read a room in 90 seconds06:30 – Spotting power, alliances, and influence09:15 – The right way to contribute without losing status11:00 – The other two layers almost everyone misses13:00 – Your homework before the next meeting social intelligence, reading the room, communication skills, executive presence, group dynamics, leadership, influence, workplace communication, networking, social skills, status, body language, emotional intelligence, meeting skills, confidence, professional communication, executive communication, interpersonal communication, leadership development, team dynamics Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
GSR's Andy Baehr talks about crypto lending rates and their impact on Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies as activity in the space lags. He believes a rise in demand for leverage and/or interest rate easing from the Fed will signal a rebound. On institutional trends, Andy explains how JPMorgan Chase (JPM) and other big banks getting into the space raises green flags for future momentum. That said, he sees a rebound needing time to build after a "brutal" second quarter for Bitcoin and Ethereum. ======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day.Subscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – https://twitter.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/schwab-network/About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about
To the American birder, spotting the Tamaulipas Crow is potentially a once-in-a-lifetime event. The crow's range is mostly in Mexico and extends ever so slightly into Texas, specifically in and around a dump called the Brownsville Landfill. Spotting the Tamaulipas — north of the border — means being able to check it off your American Bird Association Checklist. So just how far will die-hard birders go to see this bird? In this episode producer (and first-time birder) Michaela Elias sets out to the southern border with a group of experienced birder friends to find out. Together with her "wingmen" Michaela braves the Texas heat, crawls through brush and over slippery rocks, and risks getting attacked by dogs — to find out whether collecting bird sightings as if they're Pokémon is a meaningful way to engage with the natural world. Featuring Jake Glassman, Joe Hack, and Joel Glassman. Produced by Michaela Elias. For full credits and transcript, visit outsideinradio.org. SUPPORT Outside/In is made possible with listener support. Click here to join our Patreon and get ad-free episodes of the podcast. Follow Outside/In on Instagram, TikTok, or join our private discussion group on Facebook. LINKS Check out the eBird app, a crowdsourced database of bird observations that lets you log all the birds you've seen and where you've seen them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you doing enough to protect your trucking business from the massive surge in identity theft and cargo fraud? What happens when carrier vetting software fails to spot a sophisticated scam? Today's episode with Cam Pechia gets frank about the terrifying reality of identity theft in the trucking industry! We're breaking down a recent real-world scenario where a legitimate carrier's DOT profile was completely compromised, leading to fake trucks and fraudulent certificates of insurance flying completely under the radar. Look, a lot of freight brokers rely way too heavily on automated vetting software, but these sophisticated criminals are playing a long game, mimicking email domains and exploiting public data. If you aren't picking up the phone to verify active insurance coverage directly with the agency or actively monitoring your client relationships, you are leaving your operation wide open to carrier fraud. We're delivering an actual insight you need to spot these red flags and protect your business before it's too late, so tune in! About Cameron Pechia Cameron is the founder of Valley Trucking Insurance, a leading Trucking Insurance Agency based in Spokane, Washington. With a deep passion for the trucking industry and a commitment to excellence, Cameron has become a trusted figure in the field. Cameron also is the host of Get A Load Of This Trucking Podcast and brings a ton of value to the Trucking Industry. Cameron is also a dedicated husband and father to his two beautiful girls…His daughters are his "WHY" and what makes him get up in the morning and try to win each and every day. At Valley Trucking Insurance, Cameron oversees the provision of specialized insurance solutions tailored to the unique needs of trucking companies. The agency serves a diverse clientele, including local trucking companies, long-haul trucking companies, aggregate haulers, tow truck companies, hot shots, freight brokers, and other related risks. Cameron ensures that clients receive the highest level of customer service and comprehensive coverage through the agency's proven process known as the "VTI Difference." Under Cameron's leadership, Valley Trucking Insurance has achieved significant growth and expansion across the county. The agency has built strong partnerships with renowned insurance providers such as Great West Casualty Company, Lancer Insurance Company, Progressive Insurance, Berkshire, and Canal. Additionally, Cameron also focuses on placing fleet-sized trucking companies into captive insurance programs, enhancing their risk management and financial stability. Looking ahead, Cameron is focused on an ambitious goal of expanding the agency's reach by looking to help over 10,000 Trucking Companies and Freight Brokerage operations within the next seven years. Adhering to the principles outlined in the book Traction by Geno Wickman, he is dedicated to creating world-class onboarding and customer service experience for his trucking clients. This initiative aims to foster a culture of excellence and continuous improvement, ensuring Valley Trucking Insurance remains at the forefront of the industry. Connect with Cameron Website: https://www.valleytruckinginsurance.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameron-pechia-49903072/ Email: Cameron@alllinesinsure.com
Send us Fan MailIn 1999, while the world was buying tech stocks with both hands, Alex McIntyre's algorithm was telling clients to sell. The dot-com bubble burst anyway. Three decades and a 76.2% hit rate later, Alex is still making the same argument: the biggest threat to an investor's returns isn't the market, it's their own emotion.What You Will LearnHow a purely quantitative, emotion-free model has called major market turns — including the 2008 financial crisis — three to six months ahead of the curve. Why even sophisticated investors get fooled by a "good label," the same way wine critics are swayed by a famous name on the bottle. What separates a hedge fund's agility from a pension fund's caution, and why that difference matters for returns. How Alex identifies balance sheet red flags that traditional P/E-focused analysts miss entirely. Why he shut down his first hedge fund during COVID — and what's different about the relaunch.Timestamps00:00 — Calling the dot-com bubble before it burst 01:14 — Why clients still want the glossy report over the cold data 03:16 — The wine critic theory: how labels fool even experts 06:01 — Spotting balance sheet red flags others miss 06:34 — How the algorithm was built — and how it found its first client 18:00 — Why he's raising a hedge fund now 21:02 — The meeting that triggered the decision to launch 23:03 — What founders get wrong about hedge funds 26:18 — This or That with Alex McIntyre 28:29 — The title of his life story, and whyAbout the GuestAlex McIntyre has spent over three decades in quantitative investing, beginning his career in proprietary trading and market making with SG Warburg's and Lehman Brothers in London and New York. He now runs a stock-picking algorithm — originally built in the late 1980s by a mathematician colleague and launched commercially in 1998 — that has served Tier 1 pension funds and hedge funds for over twenty years with a 76.2% hit rate. Alex is currently raising capital to relaunch his hedge fund.Important LinksConnect with AlexConnect with HinaLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/hinasiddiquiInstagram: @hinawithwingsYouTube: @thehinasiddiquiCheck out Hina's books: https://amzn.to/3B65Wz7Production Credit: Produced by @the32collective_ / https://www.the32collective.co/
Guy Oseary (@guyoseary) has been spotting talent before anyone else could see it for nearly four decades. Under his leadership at Maverick Records, Maverick sold more than 100 million albums. Guy has managed some of the biggest names in music, including Madonna, the Red Hot Chili Peppers, and U2, and was named Variety's Music Mogul of the Year in 2022. He executive produced Twilight, which became one of the most successful franchises in movie history, generating more than $3.5B. Guy was also an early investor in Vita Coco and co-founded A-Grade Investments and then Sound Ventures, now with nearly $2 billion under management. At A-Grade, his hits included Airbnb, Uber, and Spotify. Sound Ventures launched with less than $100M and has since had 86 exits and 26 IPOs.This episode is brought to you by:Momentous high-quality creatine for cognitive and muscular support: https://livemomentous.com/TimAG1 all-in-one nutritional supplement: DrinkAG1.com/TimTimestamps[00:00:00] Start.[00:02:01] How a West Hollywood balcony became a backstage pass.[00:03:51] A knife on Pico Boulevard and the snap decision to switch schools.[00:05:54] Faking a Beverly Hills address to get inside another world.[00:08:10] Wise Guy Records: a 15-year-old builds a portfolio out of nothing.[00:10:09] Guy's alternative terms when Bernie Brillstein offered $25,000.[00:11:34] The one moment that confirmed Guy was on the right path.[00:12:29] Freddy DeMann enters the picture and Guy proves himself with Ice-T's crew.[00:15:07] A desk at Maverick Records in exchange for no salary.[00:17:08] Chasing Hole and Rage Against the Machine — and losing both.[00:23:34] Candlebox in five minutes: seeing thousands in a room of 30.[00:24:11] Why "magic" beats everything else.[00:26:37] Signing Alanis off a single song, and stopping Muse mid-audition.[00:31:59] The real Alanis story: "Perfect," Joni Mitchell, and a 30-million-selling debut.[00:35:24] What Madonna taught Guy about thinking without walls.[00:38:50] From bands to Twilight: the power of a blank canvas.[00:45:30] How Guy got into investing, and the IdeaLab bet that wiped him out before the crash.[00:54:31] Why Guy is known as a great curator of people.[00:58:32] The three-month window that caught OpenAI and Anthropic.[01:06:07] AI music and the battle to ensure human musicians get paid.[01:09:30] How Spotify solved the problems Napster couldn't overcome.[01:14:50] SpaceX and Bitcoin: the ones that got away.[01:17:32] The rewards, rigors, and responsibilities of back-to-back touring.[01:21:44] Why Guy never stops to celebrate.[01:24:45] Splitting with Ashton Kutcher after 20 years.[01:27:30] Final thoughts on Guy's first podcast.*For show notes and past guests on The Tim Ferriss Show, please visit tim.blog/podcast.For deals from sponsors of The Tim Ferriss Show, please visit tim.blog/podcast-sponsorsSign up for Tim's email newsletter (5-Bullet Friday) at tim.blog/friday.For transcripts of episodes, go to tim.blog/transcripts.Discover Tim's books: tim.blog/books.Follow Tim:Twitter: twitter.com/tferriss Instagram: instagram.com/timferrissYouTube: youtube.com/timferrissFacebook: facebook.com/timferriss LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/timferrissSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Bianca guckt auch nach der Trennung von Bernhard immer mal wieder auf sein Facebook-Profil. Was sie da sieht, gefällt ihr gar nicht. Wem gehören denn die nackten Frauenfüße, die da ins Bild ragen? Aber warte nur. Rache ist Blutwurst.
Underbidding can feel like the fastest way to grow a pool route, until you realize you are working harder for less money and dreading stops you used to feel excited about. We walk through the business-side rookie mistakes that quietly wreck a pool service business, starting with the most common trap: quoting a pool, cleanup, or service call without accounting for the real variables that drive time, chemical cost, and effort.We get specific about what makes pricing tricky when you are new: pool size differences, heavy bather load, hidden debris from trees, and the true cost of green pool cleanups that require extra filter cleanings and a lot more chemicals than you expected. You will hear practical language for fixing an underbid the right way, including how to be honest with the customer, explain the reason for a rate change, and be willing to walk away rather than stay stuck in a bad deal that damages your mindset and your service quality.We also share a simple framework for pool repair and equipment installs using a baseline hourly rate, realistic time estimates that include parts runs, and the “headache factor” for tight equipment pads and unexpected plumbing. Then we zoom out to route efficiency, covering why outlying pools and problem accounts can drain your day, and when dropping them is actually the move that increases profit per hour and makes the work feel fun again. If this helped, subscribe, share it with a pool pro friend, and leave a review so more service techs can price with confidence.We break down the most costly rookie mistakes pool service pros make when building a pool route, especially pricing errors that quietly crush profit. We share practical ways to bid smarter, correct underbids without panic, and design a route that feels lighter and pays better.• Underbidding weekly service and getting trapped at a low rate• Spotting workload drivers during a bid like pool size, trees, and heavy use• Fixing a bad bid by owning the mistake and giving the customer options• Avoiding losses on green pool cleanups by pricing for time, chemicals, and filter cleanings• Setting a baseline hourly rate for installs and repairs• Adding a headache factor for tight equipment pads and surprise plumbing• Dropping outlying pools to reduce drive time and tighten the route• Letting go of problem accounts once replacement income is in placeLearn more at swimmingpoollearning.com.Looking for other podcasts, you can find those by going to my website, it's awayfullearning.com.If you're interested in the coaching program, you can learn more at FoolGuyCoaching.com.Send us Fan MailSupport the Pool Guy Podcast Show Sponsors! HASA https://bit.ly/HASAThe Bottom Feeder. Save $100 with Code: DVB100https://store.thebottomfeeder.com/Try Skimmer FREE for 30 days:https://getskimmer.com/poolguy Get UPA Liability Insurance $64 a month! https://forms.gle/F9YoTWNQ8WnvT4QBAPool Guy Coaching: https://bit.ly/40wFE6y
Army Veteran Manny Pasillas Lucio shares the combat story that changed his life forever.Born in Mexico and raised in California, Manny grew up navigating family tension, poverty, and the streets of Compton before deciding to join the Army after 9/11. After basic training at Fort Benning, he was sent to Fort Lewis, Washington, where he became part of a Stryker infantry unit and later joined a scout sniper platoon.In this episode of Urban Valor, Manny opens up about his deployment to Iraq, including missions in Mosul, Baghdad, Taji, and Baqubah. He describes small team missions, hunting high-value targets, taking fire, encountering IEDs, working alongside other units, and the daily fear that came with operating outside the wire.Manny also shares the devastating moment his Stryker was hit by an IED while returning to base. He woke up choking on smoke, heard screams around him, and later discovered his teammate Billy Ferris didn't survive the blast. That moment stayed with him long after Iraq.After coming home, Manny struggled with PTSD, anger, depression, suicidal thoughts, family separation, and the painful reality of trying to become a father while still carrying the war inside him. He talks about pulling a gun on his mother after being startled awake, snapping at family members, feeling lost after the military, and eventually using education, therapy, fatherhood, and veteran advocacy to rebuild his life.Chapters00:00 Waking Up After the IED Blast01:25 Manny's Childhood in Mexico02:48 Coming to the United States03:49 Growing Up in Compton08:08 Learning Independence as a Kid10:05 Wanting to Become a Soldier10:50 How 9/11 Changed Everything11:37 Trying to Join the Military14:04 Watching the Iraq Invasion Begin15:31 Leaving for Basic Training16:23 Arriving at Fort Benning18:44 Building Confidence in Basic Training22:11 Getting Sent to a Stryker Unit23:24 Joining 5-20 Infantry26:23 Becoming an RTO27:57 Learning From Hard NCOs32:19 Being Offered West Point32:58 Moving to Scout Sniper Platoon36:24 Deploying to Iraq37:22 Landing in Kuwait38:39 Arriving in Mosul40:17 Small Kill Team Missions41:11 First IED Strike in Iraq41:51 Hunting a High-Value Target43:30 Walking Outside the Wire44:51 Capturing the Target46:25 Moving From Mosul to Baghdad47:11 Searching for a Downed Pilot47:52 Taking Another IED Hit49:26 Billy Borrows Manny's Blanket51:09 Spotting an IED on the Road53:28 The Stryker Gets Hit54:16 Escaping the Crushed Vehicle56:08 Searching for Billy57:30 Evacuating the Wounded58:47 Sergeant Pucket's Words After the Blast59:18 Returning to Base in Shock1:01:15 The Loss of Billy Ferris1:05:04 Billy's Memorial1:06:14 Back to Combat Operations1:07:04 Working With CIA and Special Forces1:08:29 Testifying in the Green Zone1:11:05 Inside Saddam's Palace1:12:00 Arriving in Baqubah1:13:19 Taking Fire From All Sides1:14:47 Clearing the City1:15:13 The Scariest Missions of His Life1:17:20 Finding Iraqi Police With Mortars1:19:14 Ambush and Firefight1:20:38 Becoming Numb to Loss1:22:10 Fighting Al Qaeda in Baqubah1:23:34 Coming Home From Iraq1:25:22 Almost Going to Ranger Battalion1:26:02 Leaving the Army1:27:10 PTSD Hits at Home1:28:26 Snapping Around Family1:30:07 His Family Didn't Know What Was Happening1:34:12 Struggling in the Reserves1:36:19 Drinking, Trouble, and Feeling Invincible1:37:29 A Bad Experience at the VA1:40:42 His Daughter Saved His Life1:42:49 Using the GI Bill1:43:14 Studying Psychology to Understand PTSD1:44:53 “I Am Not My Mistakes”1:45:39 Breaking Cultural Cycles1:46:35 Becoming a Better Father1:47:20 Helping Veterans Today1:49:10 Reconnecting With Family1:51:20 Why Manny Puts Himself First Now1:52:02 Talking Honestly With His Daughter1:53:24 Advocating for Veterans and Families1:54:34 Manny's Message to Struggling Veterans
Sebastian Mallaby (@scmallaby) is the Paul A. Volcker senior fellow for international economics at the Council on Foreign Relations, a two-time Pulitzer Prize finalist, and the author of six books, including More Money Than God, The Power Law, The Man Who Knew, and The World's Banker. His latest book is The Infinity Machine: Demis Hassabis, DeepMind, and the Quest for Superintelligence.This episode is brought to you by:Eight Sleep Pod Cover 5 sleeping solution for dynamic cooling and heating: EightSleep.com/TimAG1 Pro all-in-one nutritional supplement: DrinkAG1.com/TimWealthfront high-yield cash account: Wealthfront.com/Tim Wealthfront disclaimer: New clients get 3.30% base APY from program banks + additional 0.75% boost for 3 months on your uninvested cash (max $150k balance). Terms and conditions apply. The Cash Account offered by Wealthfront Brokerage LLC (“WFB”) member FINRA/SIPC, not a bank. The base APY as of 1/30/26 is representative, can change, and requires no minimum. Tim Ferriss, a non-client, receives compensation from WFB for advertising and holds a non-controlling equity interest in the corporate parent of WFB, which creates a conflict of interest. Individual experiences and outcomes will differ. Instant withdrawals may be limited by your receiving firm and other factors. Investment advisory services provided by Wealthfront Advisers LLC, an SEC-registered investment adviser. Securities investments: not bank deposits, not bank-guaranteed or FDIC-insured, and may lose value.*Timestamps[00:00:00] Start.[00:02:11] The twinkly eyed polymath who became Sebastian's next book.[00:06:55] Picking the next book project the way a great VC picks a startup.[00:09:41] Why God keeps crashing the superintelligence party.[00:11:13] Shane Legg's grainy 2009 prophecy — and the nervous giggle.[00:13:11] Ilya Sutskever burns an effigy.[00:13:54] Demis at 4 a.m., hunting God's algorithm.[00:18:43] Super-abundance, Mad Max, and the China shock lesson.[00:22:39] The kitchen debate with Geoff Hinton that flipped Sebastian.[00:24:06] Why a zero-percent chance of doom is indefensible.[00:24:52] Will Washington seize the labs? The Mythos wake-up call.[00:27:18] Anthropic's bull case, bear case, and a dead parent's letter.[00:33:24] Where Sebastian and Benedict Evans part ways.[00:38:16] Is the SaaS apocalypse overdone? One word: Palantir.[00:39:53] The AI friend you'll never switch.[00:41:56] Does Google win consumer AI by default?[00:44:45] Four cities, eight days: China actually talks safety.[00:47:28] A Cold War non-proliferation playbook for AI.[00:49:45] Did the chip export controls actually work?[00:51:49] Burned doves: why Washington swears China won't talk.[00:54:56] "By 2028, the race is over" — one lab boss' bet.[00:59:11] Inside Hikvision: toddlers, sensors, and US sanctions.[01:01:07] Bill Gurley's Uber bet: venture capital perfected.[01:05:18] Luke Nosek bear-hugs DeepMind into existence.[01:10:52] Thiel's heresy: never invest by committee.[01:11:59] How Founders Fund nearly fumbled the deal of the century.[01:14:30] Selling to Google for $650M: a secret British heist?[01:16:41] The Traitorous Eight, gardening leave, and the UK's to-do list.[01:20:55] Ender's Game: "That's really how I see myself."[01:23:42] Too dumb for Gödel, Escher, Bach? Maybe an LLM can help.[01:25:19] If not Demis or Sam, then Dario.[01:26:04] My royalties cliff — and what dropped in late 2022.[01:27:47] Lila Sciences and the labs that run themselves.[01:31:13] Sebastian's billboard: "Prepare your mind."[01:35:14] The one thing Sebastian will never outsource to AI.[01:40:09] Parting thoughts.For show notes and past guests on The Tim Ferriss Show, please visit tim.blog/podcast.For deals from sponsors of The Tim Ferriss Show, please visit tim.blog/podcast-sponsorsSign up for Tim's email newsletter (5-Bullet Friday) at tim.blog/friday.For transcripts of episodes, go to tim.blog/transcripts.Discover Tim's books: tim.blog/books.Follow Tim:Twitter: twitter.com/tferriss Instagram: instagram.com/timferrissYouTube: youtube.com/timferrissFacebook: facebook.com/timferriss LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/timferrissSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.