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Tony is in a small pickle about his brother's upcoming bachelor party and the craters try to help him find a way to resolve it. Jessica makes the case for July as a good sports month, Fuentes wants Chris Cote to size down his Starbucks order and Tony learns that vacations aren't quite the same once you have a kid. Finally, the crew discusses more unpopular opinions from the internet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tony is in a small pickle about his brother's upcoming bachelor party and the craters try to help him find a way to resolve it. Jessica makes the case for July as a good sports month, Fuentes wants Chris Cote to size down his Starbucks order and Tony learns that vacations aren't quite the same once you have a kid. Finally, the crew discusses more unpopular opinions from the internet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Topics:  Prayers For Texas, Repentance, Starbucks, Following Jesus, Favorite Summer Things, Sheep Grazing, Envy, God Sings Over Us, Bugs BONUS CONTENT: Prayers For Us   Quotes: “You can decide to follow Jesus right now.” “Training is not easy.” “So much of our energy goes into image management.” “I don't mean to be judgy.” . . . Holy Ghost Mama Pre-Order! Want more of the Oddcast? Check out our website! Watch our YouTube videos here. Connect with us on Facebook! For Christian banking you can trust, click here!

After getting a job as a barista at the Elmwood Starbucks in Buffalo, New York, Jaz Brisack became a founding member of Starbucks Workers United and helped organize the first unionized Starbucks in the US in December of 2021. In their new book, Get on the Job and Organize, Brisack details the hardwon lessons they and their coworkers have learned from building one of the most significant and paradigm-shifting worker organizing campaigns in modern history. In this extended episode of Working People, TRNN Editor-in-Chief Maximillian speaks with Brisack about their book, the facts and fictions characterizing today's “new labor movement,” and why union organizing is essential for saving democracy and the world.Guests: Jaz Brisack is a union organizer and cofounder of the Inside Organizer School, which trains workers to unionize. After spending one year at Oxford as a Rhodes Scholar, Jaz got a job as a barista at the Elmwood Starbucks in Buffalo, New York, becoming a founding member of Starbucks Workers United and helping organize the first unionized Starbucks in the United States in December of 2021. As the organizing director for Workers United Upstate New York & Vermont, they also worked with organizing committees at companies ranging from Ben & Jerry's to Tesla. Additional links/info: Jaz Brisack, One Signal Publishers, Get on the Job and Organize: Standing Up for a Better Workplace and a Better World Jaz Brisack, Teen Vogue, “Starbucks Workers United grew out of Jaz Brisack's undercover organizing. Here's how” Starbucks Workers United website, Facebook page, X page, and Instagram Inside Organizer School website Featured Music: Jules Taylor, “Working People” Theme Song Credits: Audio Post-Production: Jules Taylor  

Carl Quintanilla, Contessa Brewer, and David Faber started the show with a look at stocks retreating from record highs, after President Trump announced a 35% tariff on Canada and threatened higher tariffs across the board. The anchors later brought on CNBC's Julia Boorstin from Sun Valley, Idaho to discuss what the country's biggest names in media and tech are saying about the impact of AI to the entertainment industry. Also in the mix; the desk discussed the fallout for Starbucks and Dutch Bros. following the 50% tariff threat to Brazil, America's largest trade partner for coffee imports. 

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After getting a job as a barista at the Elmwood Starbucks in Buffalo, New York, Jaz Brisack became a founding member of Starbucks Workers United and helped organize the first unionized Starbucks in the US in December of 2021. In their new book, Get on the Job and Organize, Brisack details the hardwon lessons they and their coworkers have learned from building one of the most significant and paradigm-shifting worker organizing campaigns in modern history. In this extended episode of Working People, TRNN Editor-in-Chief Maximillian speaks with Brisack about their book, the facts and fictions characterizing today's “new labor movement,” and why union organizing is essential for saving democracy and the world.Guests:Jaz Brisack is a union organizer and cofounder of the Inside Organizer School, which trains workers to unionize. After spending one year at Oxford as a Rhodes Scholar, Jaz got a job as a barista at the Elmwood Starbucks in Buffalo, New York, becoming a founding member of Starbucks Workers United and helping organize the first unionized Starbucks in the United States in December of 2021. As the organizing director for Workers United Upstate New York & Vermont, they also worked with organizing committees at companies ranging from Ben & Jerry's to Tesla.Additional links/info:Jaz Brisack, One Signal Publishers, Get on the Job and Organize: Standing Up for a Better Workplace and a Better WorldJaz Brisack, Teen Vogue, “Starbucks Workers United grew out of Jaz Brisack's undercover organizing. Here's how”Starbucks Workers United website, Facebook page, X page, and InstagramInside Organizer School websiteFeatured Music:Jules Taylor, “Working People” Theme SongCredits:Audio Post-Production: Jules TaylorHelp us continue producing radically independent news and in-depth analysis by following us and becoming a monthly sustainer.Sign up for our newsletterLike us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterDonate to support this podcast

This audible clip from Erik Qualman's #1 Bestselling book The Focus Project covers how to stay focused in an increasingly unfocused world, and more specifically, how we can turn that focus into an everyday habit.   5x #1 Bestselling Author and Motivational Speaker Erik Qualman has performed in over 55 countries and reached over 50 million people this past decade. He was voted the 2nd Most Likable Author in the World behind Harry Potter's J.K. Rowling.   Have Erik speak at your conference: eq@equalman.com   Motivational Speaker | Erik Qualman has inspired audiences at FedEx, Chase, ADP, Huawei, Starbucks, Godiva, FBI, Google, and many more on Focus and Digital Leadership.   Learn more at https://equalman.com

Shoot us a Text.Episode #1092: We unpack how Rivian views legacy OEMs as “adversaries”, Elon's plan to put Grok in your Tesla, and why your next Starbucks smiley face might be powered by pressure, not personality.Show Notes with links:​​Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe came out swinging against recent federal policy changes that gut EV incentives. But while the industry might stall, Rivian could gain room to thrive as legacy players backpedal.Scaringe called the rollback of EV tax credits and subsidies “bad for the world, bad for the U.S.,” and a blow to U.S. tech leadership.Ironically, fewer incentives could benefit Rivian, opening space for it's R2 and R3 rollouts.Scaringe didn't blame Congress alone—he sees legacy automakers like GM and Toyota, and their lobbyists, as Rivian's “biggest adversaries” on everything from EV registration fees to direct sales bans.He accused them of resisting change to protect outdated business models: “It's reflective of their desire that this whole EV thing would just go away. [They can suddenly say], “fine, I just won't sell those EVs.”“The folks we spend the most energy fighting against in D.C. are actual car companies,” Scaringe said. “It's very telling.”Elon Musk has confirmed that Tesla vehicles will get a native dose of his irreverent AI chatbot, Grok, starting next week “at the latest,” merging Tesla's in-car computing power with conversational AI.Grok 4, the latest model from Musk's AI startup xAI, was just released.Tesla vehicles will run a smaller version of Grok locally using their onboard computers.Musk previously teased Grok integration but had not set a firm timeline—until now.This comes amid backlash after Grok shared posts on X containing antisemitic content.“Tesla will probably have the most amount of true usable inference compute on Earth,” Musk posted on X.Those cheerful messages on your Starbucks cup might not be as heartfelt as they seem. A push for personalized notes is raising questions about authenticity and pressure on baristas.New CEO Brian Niccol wants to bring back cozy, in-store vibes by reversing mobile-heavy trends.Cup messages are now a “standard” meant to create human connection—but not all employees are thrilled.Baristas say it slows them down, especially during rush hours, and some report pressure from managers to comply.A few enjoy the creativity, but many feel it's another task disguised as joy.One Redditor shared, “I was told I'd get a final warning if I didn't write on cups.” Starbucks disputes this claim.0:00 Intro with Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier1:01 What a sarcastic car might sound like1:55 Announcements2:20 Rivian CEO Goes After Legacy Automakers and US Tax Policies6:35 Tesla To Get Grok AI Join Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier every morning for the Automotive State of the Union podcast as they connect the dots across car dealerships, retail trends, emerging tech like AI, and cultural shifts—bringing clarity, speed, and people-first insight to automotive leaders navigating a rapidly changing industry.Get the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/

In this episode, Michael and Jake kick things off with some Laracon travel talk, sharing their hotel plans, coffee quests, and even jokes about pillow fights at the conference hotel. Michael reveals his precise coffee scouting for the Vib by Best Western hotel, determined not to survive three days on Starbucks alone.Should you define middleware in a controller's constructor? Michael explains why he avoids it - preferring to keep all middleware in route definitions for better visibility and maintainability. Jake explores the pros and cons and why he's still tempted to use it for certain edge cases.Dynamic permissions vs. static definitions: We switch gears to talk about the balance between flexibility and clarity when defining permissions for applications, especially when it comes to handling user roles, teams, and complex business rules.Mentioned in this episode:Laracon US travel plansVib by Best Western (the hotel coffee and tacos!)Laravel middleware usagePermission handling in appsTravel gear for developers on the go

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Wanna start a side hustle but need an idea? Check out our Side Hustle Ideas Database: https://clickhubspot.com/thds Everybody knows cars have gotten pricey the last few years. But the problem is especially bad among entry-level models and brands like Kia and Hyundai, whose prices have far exceeded inflation while luxury brands have barely budged in price. Plus: Nvidia hits the $4T mark and Starbucks will pay huge bonuses to cut costs. Join our hosts Mark Dent and Ben Berkley as they take you through our most interesting stories of the day. Follow us on social media: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thehustle.co Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehustledaily/ Thank You For Listening to The Hustle Daily Show. Don't forget to hit subscribe or follow us on your favorite podcast player, so you never miss an episode! If you want this news delivered to your inbox, join millions of others and sign up for The Hustle Daily newsletter, here: https://thehustle.co/email/  If you are a fan of the show be sure to leave us a 5-Star Review, and share your favorite episodes with your friends, clients, and colleagues.

Serina spills the tea about an R&B artist who turned down an offer from Jay-Z, Matt's birthday month predictions NAILS his personality, Nicasio's girlfriend thinks his Starbucks barista is flirting with him, and Tino talks work affairs... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if I told you that the women whose images plaster stadium walls, who bring in millions for the NFL, were making less per hour than a Starbucks barista? The Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders Netflix phenomenon exposed something we all suspected but didn't want to say out loud—that our obsession with perfection comes at a brutal cost. Meanwhile, our beloved Sex and the City characters returned in And Just Like That, only to reveal how privilege and aging intersect in ways that make us cringe harder than a bad first date.In today's episode, we're diving deep into both cultural moments that had us all talking. From Kelly Finglass and Judy Trammell's leadership styles to the body image pressures that come with those iconic uniforms, we're unpacking what these shows really tell us about conformity, empowerment, and the price of looking perfect. Plus, I'm serving up some serious tea about ageism in pop culture and why Carrie Bradshaw's character development makes me want to throw my Manolos at the TV.In this episode, we cover:How the Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders' 400% pay raise happened and why it still might not be enoughThe real story behind those uniforms and what they reveal about body image standardsWhy Kelly Finglass and Judy Trammell's leadership approach changed between seasonsHow Armani's alopecia journey became a powerful moment for diversity and representationThe brutal truth about conformity versus standing out in high-pressure environmentsWhy And Just Like That feels so tone-deaf compared to the original Sex and the CityHow fashion and privilege intersect in ways that make beloved characters insufferableThe ageism double standard that keeps women invisible after 50This episode got me thinking about how we navigate the tension between fitting in and standing out, whether we're 25 or 55. Are we moving forward as a society, or are we just dressing up the same old standards in prettier packages?Ready to start your own conversation about culture, authenticity, and what it means to reinvent yourself? Grab a free clarity call at allisonhare.com/freecall to discuss your personal brand and potential podcast.Links & Mentioned ResourcesMaking the Team - Available on NetflixAnd Just Like That - Available on MaxFollow costume designers for And Just Like That on Instagram for behind-the-scenes fashion contentTimestamps00:30 - Allison's Sex and the City outfit reveal02:25 - How Netflix changed everything for Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders07:10 - Kelly Finglass and Judy Trammell's leadership styles11:54 - Dayton's story and the mother-daughter pressure dynamic19:50 - Jada's leadership in fighting for pay raises21:49 - Armani's alopecia journey and representation31:21 - Diving into And Just Like That critique42:07 - The shoe scene that broke Allison's patience48:24 - Ageism in television then vs nowQuotes"These women were grossly underpaid, like something like getting paid $15 an hour. Think about that. Think about how many millions of dollars each football player gets paid to sign on with the Dallas Cowboys, yet the cheerleaders themselves... their images, their movements. It is the cheerleaders. Like they are their own brand.""There's so much of like, you will get kicked off, right? Like you will, you must conform to a certain standard of pleasingness for people to choose you, for you to fit in. There's so much conformity that happens within this, but also they are encouraged to stand out, but not too much, but stand out.""What made Sex and the City so clever and funny? And back then it really was that it was just this like super cheeky dialogue that was very quippy. They would use a lot of puns. They would be very funny. And that was very forward in the day, but now it just feels so surface." Be sure to rate, review, and follow this podcast on your player and also, connect with me IRL for more goodness and life-changing stuff.Schedule a FREE podcast clarity call with me - Your future audience is out there. Talk to them!Sign up for the free Reinvention Roadmap weekly emailAllisonHare.comFollow me on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, and YouTube.DOWNLOAD the free podcast equipment guide- No guesswork, no google rabbit holes, start recording todayReb3l Dance Fitness - Try it at home! Free month with this link.Personal Brand - need help building yours? Schedule a call with me here and let's discuss.Feedback and Contact:: allison@allisonhare.com

Welcome to Nerd Alert, a series of special episodes bridging the gap between marketing academia and practitioners. We're breaking down highly involved, complex research into plain language and takeaways any marketer can use.In this episode, Elena and Rob explore how small rituals before consuming products can dramatically enhance enjoyment and make experiences more memorable. They reveal why structured, meaningful movements work better than random gestures and how brands like Jeep, Oreo, and Apple have mastered the art of ritual-driven engagement.Topics covered:   [01:00] "Rituals Enhanced Consumption" [02:00] The Jeep Wrangler ducking ritual and community building [03:00] Four experiments on chocolate bars, carrots, and lemonade [04:00] Why delay after rituals increases anticipation and enjoyment [05:00] Personal involvement: doing versus watching rituals [06:00] Brand examples: Oreos, Starbucks, Disney, and Guinness [07:00] Apple's unboxing experience as the ultimate ritual  To learn more, visit marketingarchitects.com/podcast or subscribe to our newsletter at marketingarchitects.com/newsletter.  Resources: Vohs, K. D., Wang, Y., Gino, F., & Norton, M. I. (2013). Rituals enhance consumption. Psychological Science, 24(9), 1714–1721. https://doi.org/10.1177/0956797613478949  Get more research-backed marketing strategies by subscribing to The Marketing Architects on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. 

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 A 1938 Virginia Tech class ring discovered in a Starbucks parking lot is returned to the owner's granddaughter. In Iowa, a 9-foot python named Sir Hissalott is rehomed in Illinois. French Polynesia creates the world's largest marine protected area. Scientists create the world's smallest violin using nanotechnology. In a humorous twist, around 60 cows, calves, and bulls are found loose in California, with locals encouraged to report any additional sightings.  To become a premium subscriber (no ads and no feed drops) visit caloroga.com/plus.   For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app which seays UNINTERRUPTED LISTENING. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. You also get 25+ other shows on the network ad-free!   

Is Starbucks' China division for sale? Bankruptcies took a big bite out of the full-service segment last year. And the burger chain Hot ‘n Now is making a comeback.

Starbucks is looking to sell a stake in its China business, Hershey has a new CEO and Meta hits the gas on AI. Jason Moser and Lou Whiteman discuss: - Starbucks' move to sell part of its China business. - Hershey hires a new CEO. - Meta moves for more talent and invests in eyewear. - What should be on investors' radar this coming earnings season. Tickers mentioned: SBUX, HSY, WEN, META, TWLO, NET, CRWD, PANW Host: Jason Moser Guest: Lou Whiteman Engineer: Dan Boyd Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 5 things you need to know before the stock market opens today: SpaceX is preparing to sell insider shares, the China unit of Starbucks has attracted offers for a potential stake sale, valuing that business at up to $10 billion, Boeing completed delivery of the most planes since December 2023, the TSA has officially changed shoe policy at airports, and Philadelphia workers have reached a deal with the city, nearing an end to a labor strike that halted garbage collection. Squawk Box is hosted by Joe Kernen, Becky Quick and Andrew Ross Sorkin.  Follow Squawk Pod for the best moments, interviews and analysis from our TV show in an audio-first format. 

Mesh Gleman, former Senior VP at Starbucks and founder of The Cumulus Coffee Company, joins Michael Chernow for a deep dive into entrepreneurship, coffee culture, and building a brand that brings the joy, connection, and warmth of your favorite neighborhood coffee shop into your home.This episode of the Kreatures of Habit Podcast is all about bold moves, building businesses with soul, and is redefining the way we experience coffee. But don't expect startup clichés—Mesh believes you don't coast on wins, you earn your business every single day. Today, the two explore:Cumulus Coffee Company: The vision behind Cumulus CoffeeMesh's first taste of entrepreneurship: What sparked this journeyDo you celebrate the wins?: Why not celebrating wins can keep you sharpThe grit and endurance behind real success: The role of endurance in entrepreneurship Mesh's morning routine: Who thinks coffee is a staple?Whether you're a coffee lover, aspiring founder, or just need a dose of motivation, Mesh's story will leave you caffeinated in all the right ways. If you loved today's show, be sure to like and subscribe… and, if you really loved it, share it with a friend that would want to become part of the Kreatures fam!TIMESTAMPS:10:16 Cumulus Coffee Company21:56 Mesh's first taste of entrepreneurship29:53 Do you celebrate the wins?39:13 The grit and endurance behind real success42:35 Mesh's morning routine

Our guest in this episode is Mike Wittenstein, the founder of Storyminers and a brilliant strategist who helps leaders become true architects of their future. Mike masterfully blends the art of deep listening with the science of new technology to forge innovative paths forward. In our fascinating conversation, he explains how we can use AI as a powerful co-pilot, not to diminish our humanity, but to amplify our strategic thinking and create even deeper connections.Key points discussed include:* Use AI to handle analysis, freeing you for genuine, heart-to-heart conversations with clients and colleagues.* Your greatest differentiator in the age of AI is simply becoming more authentically you through deeper self-knowledge.* Turn AI into your personal coach to mindfully track your evolution and accelerate your personal and professional growth.Listen to the podcast to find out more.Innovabiz Substack is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.Show Notes from this episode with Mike Wittenstein, StoryminersIt was a genuine pleasure to welcome Mike Wittenstein, the founder of Storyminers, back to the Innovabuzz podcast. So much has happened in the world since our last conversation in episode 532. Back then, we explored how powerful stories grow from deep listening, which feels like the perfect foundation for what we discussed this time: how to apply that same human-centered philosophy in the rapidly expanding world of AI.Mike is approaching this new technological wave not as a simple tool for productivity, but as a way to fundamentally improve the creative and strategic work that leaders do. He shared his belief that in a world changing so quickly, executives can no longer get by on just setting new target numbers. They must become true "architects," as he puts it, who can clearly define and envision the future. It's a call to elevate our thinking, and he's using AI to help chart the course.The Grand Experiment: An End-to-End Consulting Journey with an AI Co-pilotMike recently put this philosophy to the ultimate test by running an entire consulting engagement, from the very first client meeting to the final deliverables, using ChatGPT Pro as his partner. He kicked things off with a crucial step: complete transparency. He informed his client that he would be using the tool extensively but also promised that his own expertise and experience would touch every single word of the final output, ensuring accountability and quality.The results of this experiment were remarkable. The AI became the project's perfect "collector of all the information," creating an infallible memory that got smarter and more fine-tuned with every interaction. This new process allowed him and his client to accomplish five full iterations of their strategy in the same amount of calendar time it would normally take to do just one. More than the efficiency, Mike noted he had much higher confidence in the work because he essentially had "hundreds of co-thinkers" contributing to the process.The "Eye to Eye, Heart to Heart" Conversation, Amplified by AIPerhaps the most compelling outcome was a beautiful paradox: using a machine for the analytical heavy lifting actually paved the way for deeper human connection. Mike described how he could feed conversation transcripts to his AI and ask it to extract to-dos, pinpoint moments where someone had a change of heart, or highlight key themes. This freed him from the burden of being a constant, meticulous note-taker during meetings.By offloading that task, he could be fully present with his client, engaging in the kind of "honest eye to eye, heart to heart conversation" that is so often lost in the shuffle of agendas and action items. It's a powerful testament to how technology, when used thoughtfully, can remove distractions and allow us to focus on the genuine dialogue where the most profound strategic insights are born.The AI Toolkit: Genius Hacks for Traffic Jams, Doctor's Visits, and MeetingsMike is a fountain of practical, real-world applications for AI that go far beyond writing emails. He shared a brilliant hack involving the "Hey, Otter" voice command during meetings. By saying the trigger phrase followed by an instruction, like "soften this language," he could embed prompts directly into the live transcript, creating a ready-made to-do list that saved him hours of searching later.His personal use cases were just as inspiring, demonstrating the sheer versatility of these tools. He turns traffic jams into productive language lessons, practicing his Portuguese with AI coaching him on pronunciation. When he was unwell with pneumonia, he logged all his symptoms and meals, then had the AI generate a concise, one-page brief for the ER doctor, leading to clearer communication and better care.In a Sea of Sameness, Why the Human Element is Your Most Valuable AssetWe also waded into the deeper, more philosophical waters of our AI-driven world. I had made the point that these tools are fed by human knowledge, but Mike offered a gentle and important course correction. He reminded me of the colossal volumes of non-human data being generated daily, from weather patterns to train schedules, meaning the purely human voice is becoming a smaller part of the whole.This led him to a profound conclusion: as our digital lives become noisier and more automated, the authentic human element will become our most cherished and valuable asset. He believes it is our shared responsibility to consciously "put people first" in how we design and use these systems. That mindful distinction, he argues, will set a pattern for others to follow.Your Ultimate Differentiator: Using AI to Simply Become More YouWhen I asked Mike how people can differentiate themselves in an age where everyone has access to AI, his answer was refreshingly simple. It is not about mastering a new technical skill; it is about knowing yourself better and being "more you." The more authentic you can be in your voice, your intent, and your thinking, the more you will naturally stand out.He offered a wonderful reframe, suggesting we use AI not just for output, but for introspection. You can turn it into a personal coach. By telling it what you are working on, whether it is improving your turn-taking in conversations or being a more empathetic leader, you can ask it for feedback on your own progress. It becomes an accountability partner, using your own metrics to help you grow.Your Action Plan: Prompting Your Own Personal EvolutionThis brings us to the core of our conversation. AI can be more than a research assistant or a content creator; it can be a co-thinker, a coach, and a catalyst for our own development. It is a tool that can help us become better, more mindful versions of ourselves.Mike left us with a clear and inspiring call to action. Take a moment to think about your own journey of growth. What are you trying to learn? What path are you on to evolve and become a better you? Once you have that clarity, open your favorite AI tool and start a conversation about it. Ask it to create reminders and help you check in on your progress, and you will be surprised at how it can accelerate your journey.In Summary: My conversation with Mike Wittenstein was a masterclass in how to approach AI with curiosity, intention, and a deep-seated commitment to human connection. His message is that the true power of this technology lies not in its ability to replace us, but in its potential to amplify our best human qualities: our creativity, our strategic thinking, and our capacity for growth.The Buzz - Our Innovation RoundHere are Mike's answers to the questions of our innovation round. Listen to the conversation to get the full scoop.* Most innovative use of AI to enhance human relationships – Using the role-playing tool Yoodli to enhance confidence and build crucial communication skills in a safe, risk-free environment.* Best thing to integrate AI and human connection – Creating a personal brand voice template that ensures your authentic personality and humor shines through in all AI-assisted writing.* Differentiate by leveraging AI – Focus on becoming more authentically yourself and use AI as a personal coach to guide and track that journey of growth.ActionTake a moment to think about the path you are on to become a better, more evolved version of yourself. Write down what you are learning, and then ask your favorite AI tool to create prompts and reminders that will help you mindfully check your progress over time.Reach OutYou can reach out and thank Mike on LinkedIn under his name, Mike Wittenstein, or find him online through his company website.Links* Website – Storyminers* LinkedIn* Twitter – @mikewittenstein* Facebook* Youtube Channel – StoryminersCool Things About Mike* He uses the folksy and memorable adage, "You can't teach a pig to sing... it doesn't work and pisses off the pig." This piece of unexpected, down-to-earth wisdom reveals a humorous, practical side that cuts through the corporate jargon. It's a phrase you don't forget.* He champions bringing a live sketch artist into high-level business strategy sessions. In an era dominated by digital presentations, this dedication to an analog, creative, and deeply human tool is refreshingly unconventional. It shows a commitment to multi-sensory communication that is both cool and highly effective.* His company, Storyminers, has a classic entrepreneurial origin story. He and a friend were in a Starbucks, saw a dramatic headline about mass layoffs in their field, and instead of seeing a crisis, they saw an opportunity and immediately launched their business, successfully landing their first six prospects.Imagine being a part of a select community where you not only have access to our amazing podcast guests, but you also get a chance to transform your marketing and podcast into a growth engine with a human-centered, relationship-focused approach.That's exactly what you'll get when you join the Flywheel Nation Community.Tap into the collective wisdom of high-impact achievers, gain exclusive access to resources, and expand your network in our vibrant community.Experience accelerated growth, breakthrough insights, and powerful connections to elevate your business.ACT NOW – secure your spot and transform your journey today! Visit innovabiz.co/flywheel and get ready to experience the power of transformation.VideoThanks for reading Innovabiz Substack! 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S&P futures are pointing to a flat open today. Asian markets traded mixed today with Japan's Nikkei logging small gains, supported by resilience in manufacturing. The Hang Seng underperformed, as property and tech stocks lagged. European markets are trading higher, with the DAX and CAC leading gains. President Trump announced a 50% tariff on copper, set for late July or early August implementation, and proposed a 200% tariff on pharmaceuticals with a longer timeline. He ruled out extending the August 1 deadline, emphasizing his tough stance on trade while accusing BRICS nations of undermining the U.S. dollar and threatening an additional 10% tariff. Companies Mentioned: Apple, Starbucks, Merck, Verona Pharma, AES Corp

Notas del Show: En este episodio cubrimos los eventos más relevantes antes de la apertura del mercado: • Wall Street se estabiliza tras presión arancelaria: Futuros moderadamente al alza tras caídas por anuncios de tarifas del 25–40 % a 14 países y hasta 200 % a fármacos. Hoy se esperan las minutas del FOMC. Ayer: $SPX -0.07 %, $US100 plano, $INDU -0.4 %. • Super Micro apuesta por Europa y Asia: $SMCI ampliará su planta en Países Bajos y evalúa nuevas fábricas en la región para enfrentar demanda de IA. También sumará capacidad en Malasia y Taiwán. Su CEO destacó que, pese a retrasos por GPUs Blackwell de $NVDA, la demanda se mantiene fuerte. • Merck compra Verona Pharma por $10B: $MRK adquirirá $VRNA por 107 USD/ADR (+23 % de prima). Verona comercializa Ohtuvayre, inhalador aprobado por la FDA con potencial en varias enfermedades respiratorias. El cierre se espera para Q4 2025. $VRNA +20 % premarket. • Starbucks atrae fondos en China: $SBUX recibió interés de ~30 fondos para invertir en su filial china, valorada entre $5B–$10B. Mantendría 30 % de participación. Goldman Sachs asesora la operación. China representa ~8 % de sus ingresos globales. • Jeff Bezos vende más acciones de Amazon: $AMZN | Bezos vendió 3 millones de acciones por $0.666B en julio, parte de un plan para desprenderse de hasta 25 millones de títulos (hasta $4.75B) antes de mayo 2026. Sigue siendo el mayor accionista con 900M de acciones (~$200B). Una jornada con foco en adquisiciones, expansión global y nuevos episodios del reordenamiento fiscal y comercial. ¡No te lo pierdas!

Stock market update for July 9, 2025.

En el episodio de hoy de VG Daily, Eugenio Garibay, CFA y Andre Dos Santos exploran los temas más relevantes que están marcando la agenda económica y financiera global. El episodio arranca con un análisis del acuerdo entre BNY Mellon y Ripple, donde el banco custodio más grande de Estados Unidos se convierte en el guardián de las reservas de la nueva stablecoin empresarial RLUSD, marcando un hito en la integración de las finanzas tradicionales con los activos digitales.Los cohosts continúan explorando la situación estratégica de Starbucks, que está evaluando la venta de una participación parcial en sus operaciones de China valuada en $10 mil millones, una decisión que refleja la intensa presión competitiva que enfrenta la empresa en ese mercado crucial donde ha perdido participación dramáticamente ante rivales locales como Luckin Coffee.Para concluir, Andre y Eugenio analizan la inversión estratégica de Meta en EssilorLuxottica por aproximadamente $3.5 mil millones, una alianza que representa la apuesta de la empresa tecnológica por dominar el futuro de los wearables con inteligencia artificial, aprovechando el poder de mercado de EssilorLuxottica que controla aproximadamente el 20% del mercado global de lentes a través de marcas icónicas como Ray-Ban y Oakley.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald, interviewed Attorney Ken Harris: Former NBA and NFL agent, attorney based in Charlotte, NC, and author of the novel Dark Trades. The novel explores an alternate history: What if the South had won the Civil War?

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald, interviewed Attorney Ken Harris: Former NBA and NFL agent, attorney based in Charlotte, NC, and author of the novel Dark Trades. The novel explores an alternate history: What if the South had won the Civil War?

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald, interviewed Attorney Ken Harris: Former NBA and NFL agent, attorney based in Charlotte, NC, and author of the novel Dark Trades. The novel explores an alternate history: What if the South had won the Civil War?

This week on Mom Group Chat, we're diving into one of our favorite internet trends and putting a motherhood spin on it: What would send a Renaissance-era mom into a coma? Spoiler: pretty much everything.From baby monitors to dry shampoo, from Starbucks drive-thrus to iPads blasting Cocomelon, we're imagining what modern mom life would look like through the eyes of a 1500s peasant woman — and the results are unhinged. Think of it as historical fiction… but chaotic and caffeinated.We also talk about: How Amazon Prime would look like sorcery from the gods The Baby Brezza and how it's basically a magical milk machine How modern medicine and vaccinations would either save her life… or get her burned at the stakePlus, a little bit of laughing at ourselves — because when you really step back, our lives do look kind of wild.**Join the official Mom Group Chat Facebook group: **MOM GROUP CHAT FACEBOOK GROUPKeep up with the Moms and join the conversation on our socials:**

You'll drop $6 on a Starbucks without thinking twice. You'll swipe your card for another $200 Amazon order filled with birthday party supplies, back-to-school outfits, and probably a rogue Squishmallow you don't even remember adding to your cart. But when it comes to spending money on something that could actually change your life? Like a course that teaches you how to create passive income… Suddenly, it feels selfish. Indulgent. Unjustifiable. But what if I told you that saying no to yourself is costing you way more than saying yes ever would? And in today's episode, I'm diving into why spending money on yourself feels so wrong — and what it's actually costing you in time, energy, and opportunity. xo, Jacqueline   | LEARN FROM ME | Etsy Profits PRO - Course + Coaching Program www.jacqueline-butler.com/etsyprofitspro    | OTHER STEPS | Join My Email List & Get a FREEBIE! www.jacqueline-butler.com/freeguide  FREE 5-Step Starter Guide: www.jacqueline-butler.com/starterguide  FREE Facebook Community: www.jacqueline-butler.com/freegroup  Website: www.jacqueline-butler.com  Get In Touch: jb@jacqueline-butler.com  Instagram: www.instagram.com/jacquelinebutler.co | MY FAVE RESEARCH TOOLS | eRank https://erank.com?fpr=jackie31  Insight Factory https://insightfactory.app/  Alura https://www.alura.io/?via=jacqueline   

DAMIONThe next phase of Starbucks' turnaround plan is offering executives up to $6 million in stock grants, as baristas scrap to get annual raises above 2%Starbucks will reward company executives with up to $6 million in stock grants should they effectively fulfill cost-saving and timely rollout goals of the company's “Back to Starbucks” turnaround strategy. Starbucks Workers United representatives dubbed the move “ridiculous and irresponsible” amid contract negotiations over barista wages.WHO DO YOU BLAME?Double boomerang CEO and founder Howard Schultz1987-2000; 2008-2017; 2022-2023CEO and Chair Brian Niccol and his $113 million golden hello packageThe company's work-from-home policy which allows its CEO to work remotely from his home in Newport Beach, California, while the company's headquarters are in Seattle, Washington. As part of his employment agreement, Starbucks pays for him to travel between his home and the Seattle headquarters on the company's private jet.Former failure Yahoo! CEO Marissa Mayer who was appointed as a director to Starbucks 4 days before the announcement of the new retention awards. Compensation Committee chair Ritch Allison: The guy passes every pay plan for whoever; is the former CEO of Domino's Pizza so is here to enrich executives; and owns $3M is SBUX stock so doesn't really care: someone should be responsible for a CEO pay ratio of 6666:1Agios Appoints Dr. Jay Backstrom to Board of DirectorsJay Backstrom appointed as Class III director as of July 8, 2025, 20 days after the company held an election to appoint two Class III directors.WHO DO YOU BLAME?The top 4 institutional investors (35% of voting power):Farallon Capital 10% Vanguard 10%BlackRock 9% BB Biotech 6%The company's childish bylaws which separate directors into three classes that are voted on every three yearsFormer CEO Jacqualyn Fouse (23%) who stuck around to serve as board chair after being CEO for only 3 yearsNominating Committee chair and Lead independent director Kaye FosterEmasculated CEO Brian GOff (15%) who presides over a board with a +7% gender influence gapAn anti-DEI investment firm postponed its Tesla ETF, saying Elon Musk has 'gone too far' by launching a political partyWHO DO YOU BLAME?Its BS mission statement: “Azoria is an investment firm with the mission of compounding capital for investors through a commitment to free thinking, excellence, and meritocracy.”Wouldn't that include Elon?James T. Fishback, Founder and CEO of Azoria, a free-thinking investment firm“We have an anti-American subculture that cancels the science fair in favor of drag queen story hour, forces colleges to spend more time teaching micro-aggressions than microbiology, and teaches kids in America that Cardi B is a role model and Thomas Jefferson is a racist.”“Fishback will become a major Gen Z star in our pro-American movement.” — Vivek Ramaswamy, 2024 Presidential Candidate.“dropped out of Georgetown University to establish a hedge fund at 21 years old”Azoria partner Sol Ehrlich:“For my last day at Spectra, it's important that I share just how much this opportunity has meant to me. In June of 2023, I was a 28 year old mediocre Euro League baseball player with no job prospects outside of coaching. My only qualification to work in finance was my work ethic, which Brent Donnelly recognized when he met with me over Zoom and saw the litany of Post-It tabs I used to annotate his book”“It's with great excitement that I'll be taking this skillset to Azoria as a partner and its Head Trader- an opportunity I couldn't have imagined 18 months ago.”While the internet was introduced to James Fishback's talents this year, I've been aware of them since 2009 when we competed against each other in high school debate. (His meme game was A+ even then- I still remember him closing a speech on U.S. sanctions with 4 Russian leader puns.)”Me. Because somehow I'm connected to Fishback on linkedin.Greenlight Capital, for making James angry:In a lawsuit: “Greenlight Capital says James Fishback is a liar. The 29-year-old hedge fund manager and former employee, contrary to his own proclamations, was never “head of macro” at Greenlight, never had any “authority or discretion” over investments, and certainly wasn't responsible for an “insane” $100 million in profits as a mere research analyst. In fact, his contributions were so not “insane” that the hedge fund was about to fire him before he chose to leave of his own accord.”Greenlight's alleged former head of macro is hoping to get at least $5 million from David Einhorn, claiming age discrimination"Mr. Einhorn dismissively told Mr. Fishback that his compensation was 'a lot of money for a kid,'" the filing states, and Fishback argues the comment "demonstrates that Defendants' decision about Mr. Fishback's compensation was driven largely by his age — a protected characteristic."Tech founders call on Sequoia Capital to denounce VC Shaun Maguire's Mamdani commentsMaguire, an outspoken supporter of President Trump, posted on X over the weekend that Democratic mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani “comes from a culture that lies about everything.”WHO DO YOU BLAME?Shaun Maguire: “My whole life I've sought out people that I think are really talented but a little bit off the radar.”Shaun Maguire: “[E]ven more important to me is someone that's just irrationally motivated. For whatever reason, it's their life mission to try to revolutionize the industry they're going after.”Shaun Maguire: “Should I go public with the story about the time I was told I can't be promoted for being a white man? Fuck it, This happened at Google. That company is an absolute trash can dumspeter fire.”Sequoia Capital: for proudly endorsing some of its most insipid founders: Sam Altman, Elon Musk, Vlad Tenev (Robinhood, online betting on stocks), Keller Rinaudo (Zipline, autonomous delivery), Winston Weinberg (Harvey, AI for lawfirms), Brian Chesky (Airbnb, rent killer)MATTForward Air, after their AGM battle with Ancora, still hasn't released their 8K after a MONTH despite Ancora announcing it was a “landslide” directly afterWHO DO YOU BLAME for not releasing an 8k?Charles Anderson, Robert Edwards Jr, Michael Hodge who own roughly 25% of the voting power, even if FF data doesn't properly show them as having all the influence on the boardAncora, who just couldn't help but IMMEDIATELY put out a press release stating: “Absent the more than 30% of shares that were legally committed to vote for the incumbent Board, Chairman George Mayes, Jr., Javier Polit, and Laurie Tucker lost in a landslide, highlighting the substantial level of concern regarding the legitimacy of the Board's strategic review. We believe the resignations of these legacy directors will empower the Board to carry out a thorough assessment of value-maximizing opportunities.”Christine Gorjanc, chair of the audit committee, who was chair of the audit committee at Invitae from 2015 to 2024 when it declared bankruptcy despite getting her degree in accounting and a MS in “taxation”Michael L. Hance, chief counsel who also holds a masters in Divinity, who couldn't find the “submit” button on his iPhoneNo, Carnival Cruises is not banning rap musicCarnival Cruise Lines denied reports circulating online that DJs aren't playing hip-hop.The cruise line has responded to claims circulating online that DJs aren't including hip-hop music in their sets or honoring song requests, with some social media users saying the alleged move is racially motivated.WHO DO YOU BLAME for this malicious rumor?Carnival's ZERO BLACK leadership team, lead by Mickey Arison - they do have two Hispanic men, Enrique Miguez (General Counsel) and Gustavo Antorcha (President of Princess Cruises), but it's balanced out by the Scandinavian (Lars Ljoen, Chief Maritime Officer) and other Euro men (Felix Eichhorn, Paul Ludlow)Carnival's Board of Directors, which has 11 members and is 91% white, with one black woman, Nelda Connors. Nelda's background is in hydraulics and metals with a degree in mechanical engineering, so she's probably too “nerdy” for rap anywayChristine Duffy, the head of Carnival Cruises, whose prior role was President of the Cruise Lines International Association which put out a report in 2008 showing that 93% of cruise passengers were white, and in 2025 said that 1 in 4 passengers came from either Texas or Florida. Duffy grew up in Northwood Philadelphia, which in 1950 was three quarters white but by 2020 is 93% black.Thinking hip hop is “black music”DAMIONPeople are boycotting Etsy over ‘Alligator Alcatraz' merchCalls to boycott Etsy are growing since “Alligator Alcatraz” merch popped up on its marketplace. The term refers to the Trump administration's new migrant detention facility in the Florida Everglades.WHO DO YOU BLAME?The 48% influence duo: CEO Josh Silverman (25%) and longest-tenured director (2007): Board Chair and Nominating Committee chair Fred Wilson (23%)The -13% gender influence gap at a company where: “approximately 80% of Etsy's buyers and sellers are women.Leadership is 6 men and 2 women, one of who is CHROThe company's dumb classified board structureThis year's 3 directors: 24%, 28%, 22% againstTokens to Access Private Companies, or to Investor Trouble?Robinhood is the latest to offer investors a novel, and potentially risky, investment opportunity: crypto that's meant to give exposure to the likes of OpenAI.WHO DO YOU BLAME?CEO/founder/Chair Vladimir Tenev: 47% influence; 24% voting power Baiju Bhatt: 37% influence; 36% voting powerThe pesky Class B share: for being worth ten votes per shareThe non-democratic Founders' Voting Agreement: Our Co-Founders have agreed: “to vote all of their shares in favor of the election of each Co-Founder”Lead Independent Director Jonathan Rubinstein: for being the most pointless Lead Independent Director of all time: Lead Independent Director at Robinhood since 2021 and Lead Independent Director at Amazon.com from 2017-2023OpenAI Says It's Hired a Forensic Psychiatrist as Its Users Keep Sliding Into Mental Health Crises"We're developing ways to scientifically measure how ChatGPT's behavior might affect people emotionally."WHO DO YOU BLAME?Sam AltmanBret Taylor (Chair)Sam AltmanMatt: AI itself for being a jerk

Starbucks may be best known for coffee, but its community impact goes far deeper. In this episode of Retail Gets Real, we're joined by Kelly Goodejohn, vice president and chief social impact officer at Starbucks, to explore how the global brand is redefining what it means to serve communities — not just with beverages, but with bold action, local investment, and sustainability at scale.(00:00:00) Leading with purpose at Starbucks(00:04:09) How Starbucks turns food waste into community support(00:06:55) Scaling FoodShare and setting the standard for others(00:12:07) Finding purpose in retail and coffee culture(00:15:27) The future of retail's social impactThe National Retail Federation is the world's largest retail trade association.Every day, we passionately stand up for the people, policies and ideas that help retail succeed.Resources:• Starbucks Hunger Relief: about.starbucks.com/hunger-relief• The Starbucks Foundation: about.starbucks.com/the-starbucks-foundation• Become an NRF member and join the world's largest retail trade association• Learn about our retail education platform, NRF Foundation, at nrffoundation.org• Learn about retail advocacy at nrf.com/advocacy• Find more episodes at retailgetsreal.comRelated:• How digital transformation at Levi's and Starbucks is improving customer experience• How Target's consumer-first strategy drives success

A CMO Confidential Interview with Andy Sack and Adam Brotman, Co-Founders and Co-CEO's of Forum 3, authors of the book AI First, previously at Microsoft and Starbucks. They discuss why AI is different from previous technology advances and the series of "Holy Shit!" moments experienced when interviewing Sam Altman, Bill Gates and others. Key topics include: their belief that AI is "moving faster than you think" since it isn't constrained by an adoption curve or infrastructure; the power of Artificial General Intelligence which will be smarter than most experts; why trying to calculate the ROI of AI is comparable to measuring the return on electricity; and the possibility of 95% of marketing and agency jobs being impacted over the next 5 years. Tune in to hear how Chat GPT scored a top grade on the AP Biology Exam, how Moderna became an AI leader, and their tips for staying near the front of the wave.This week on CMO Confidential, host Mike Linton sits down with Adam Brotman, former Chief Digital Officer of Starbucks and co-CEO of J.Crew, and Andy Sack, venture capitalist and Managing Partner at Keen Capital. Together they co-authored AI First and co-founded Forum3, a company on a mission to educate businesses on how to thrive in the AI era.In this episode, Adam and Andy recount their interviews with leaders like Sam Altman, Bill Gates, and Reid Hoffman—and unpack why we are at a true “Holy Sh*t Moment” in technology.Learn how generative AI is poised to replace 95% of marketing tasks, what agentic AI means for the future of work, and why marketers need to shift from campaign thinking to orchestration and system design—fast.Topics Covered: • What Adam and Andy learned from interviewing tech's top minds • Why artificial general intelligence (AGI) is closer than you think • How AI tools will transform agency and in-house marketing roles • Why marketers must experiment now—or risk irrelevance • The unexpected productivity ROI of adopting AI toolsThis episode isn't just about AI—it's about how business leaders and marketers must transform to remain relevant in the age of exponential change.00:00 - Intro & AI-Powered Marketing by Publicis Sapient 01:42 - Welcome + Adam Brotman & Andy Sack intro 04:45 - Why “AI First” started as “Our AI Journey” 08:13 - The “Holy Sh*t” moment explained 10:00 - Interviewing Sam Altman and the AGI revelation 15:50 - Bill Gates' AI holy sh*t moment 20:30 - What AGI means for marketers and agencies 25:20 - Agentic AI and spinning up marketing agents 30:40 - Consumer behavior and synthetic influencers 34:50 - How agencies must evolve or die 38:20 - The case study of Moderna's AI-first approach 41:00 - Evaluating AI vendors + building internal councils 45:10 - The ROI of AI: Productivity & Unlocks 49:00 - Playbook for becoming an AI-first org 52:30 - Funny poker shirt story + parting advice 56:00 - Closing thoughts and next episode teaser #GenerativeAI #CMOConfidential #AdamBrotman #AndySack #Forum3 #MarketingAI #AIInMarketing #AIRevolution #HolyShitMoment #AIFirst #SamAltman #BillGates #AGI #MarketingPodcast #DigitalTransformation #FutureOfWork #AIProductivity #ChiefMarketingOfficer #CMOLife #AIPlaybook #MarketingLeadership #AIForBusinessSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by RetailClub and Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute:Adobe forecasts a record $23.8 billion in online sales during Prime Day, driven by mobile purchases and a 3,200% surge in AI-powered shopping.Walmart launches "Dinner Tonight," a digital meal-planning platform designed to ease the daily dinner dilemma for U.S. households.Starbucks offers $6 million stock grants to executives to fast-track its turnaround, sparking criticism from unionized baristas.The Retail Daily Minute has been rocketing up the Feedspot charts, so stay informed with Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, your source for the latest and most important retail insights. Be careful out there!

Savanna goes solo… kinda. Tyler drops in, Starbucks in hand, as she spills on her holy grail fragrance, pregnancy-safe skincare, why AlfaRet is better than Tret, and how to banish milia for good.Things get real real as Savanna opens up about family, healing, and that time she nearly drove away forever (but forgot her skincare). Shop here now: https://www.savannaboda.com

Frank Cifaldi, Ash Parrish and https://bsky.app/profile/brandon.insertcredit.com cover Microsoft killing the game industry, the cast of the Street Fighter movie, and the definition of “indie game.” Hosted by Alex Jaffe, with Frank Cifaldi, Ash Parrish, and Brandon Sheffield. Edited by Esper Quinn, original music by Kurt Feldman. Watch episodes with full video on YouTube Discuss this episode in the Insert Credit Forums SHOW NOTES: Sailor Moon “Humans are lame. Monkeys are good. Billy is the best.” Starbucks Bibendum Ratatoullie (2007) Peet's Coffee 1: What is the Starbucks of video games? (05:07) Microsoft Nintendo eShop Embracer Group Naughty Dog Nervous Dog Blue Bottle Coffee Activision Blizzard King Fortnite Destiny 2 2: Nicole Carpenter asks, what video game character is the worst patient at the dentist? (10:25) Sonic the Hedgehog Donkey Kong Five Nights at Freddy's series Maneater Jaws: Unleashed Jaws Ecco the Dolphin Super Mario Bros. 3 Dragon Quest Slime Gelatinous Cube Angry Video Game Nerd Tooth Protectors PowerWash Simulator 3: What is something you always want your character to be able to do in a video game? (16:32) Kris Kross Looney Tunes Michael Jordan Baba Is You Throw Momma From the Train (1987) Exit Through the Gift Shop (2010) Mr. Smith Goes to Washington (1939) Don't Tell Mom the Babysitter's Dead (1991) Death to Smoochy (2002) Kill Bill (2003) Santa Claus Conquers the Martians (1964) WarioWare series Sega Genesis Sony Playstation Reservoir Dogs (1992) Demonschool 4: What do we think of the casting for this Street Fighter movie? (20:37) ‘Street Fighter' Cast: Who's Who In The Live-Action Arcade Film Adaption Andrew Koji Ryu Noah Centineo Ken Callina Liang Chun-Li David Dastmalchian M. Bison Cody Rhodes Guile Jason Momoa Blanka Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson Balrog Orville Peck Vega Andrew Schulz Dan Hibiki Roman Reigns Akuma Kana Urasawa Raul Julia Late Night with the Devil (2023) Murderbot The Suicide Squad (2021) Polka-Dot Man Andy Serkis Lou Ferrigno Mortal Kombat (2021) Warrior Tekken series 5: What is an indie game? (28:16) Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Scorn Hades II 6: rejj asks, what was your first favorite game, and which game replaced it? (34:27) Atari 2600 Q*bert Super Mario Bros. Gunstar Heroes Metal Slug 3 Contra series Super Mario World Sega Game Gear Sonic the Hedgehog series The Lion King Pokemon Blue Version Tomb Raider II Secret of Monkey Island Grim Fandango 7: What the hell is wrong with video games? (40:38) Microsoft is laying off more than 6,000 employees Call of Duty: Black Ops 22 Indiana Jones and the Great Circle Romero Games reportedly met with Microsoft just a day before the publisher pulled funding for the studio, and there was ‘no mention' of the decision that put over 100 people out of work Hi-Fi Rush Microsoft's Matt Turnbull on LinkedIn recommending AI to laid off developers 8: Brandon, how was your trip to London and Paris? (47:20) CeX OutRun 2 SP Panic Park California Extreme GameKing Soul Bubbles Gamasutra's Best of 2008 Taxi 2 Crazy Taxi Taxi (1998) Taxi 2 (2000) 9: Frank, how was your trip to Chicago? And, recommendations (55:43) Jeff Lee The Three Stooges in Brides is Brides Roger Sharpe MSX Nintendo Knitting Machine The Batman (2022) Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire (2024) Gotham Central Robert Pattinson The Twilight Saga Matt Reeves Finally Completes ‘The Batman 2' Script The Penguin LIGHTNING ROUND: Frank's Movie Title Game (01:05:39) Outro (01:17:46) This week's Insert Credit Show is brought to you by patrons like you. Thank you. This week's horrible buzzer was sent in by BippityJones. Thanks! To submit your own horrible buzzer, send an original recording no longer than two seconds in mp3 or wav format to show@insertcredit.com, and maybe we'll use it on the show! Subscribe: RSS, YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more!

Frank Cifaldi, Ash Parrish and https://bsky.app/profile/brandon.insertcredit.com cover Microsoft killing the game industry, the cast of the Street Fighter movie, and the definition of “indie game.” Hosted by Alex Jaffe, with Frank Cifaldi, Ash Parrish, and Brandon Sheffield. Edited by Esper Quinn, original music by Kurt Feldman. Watch episodes with full video on YouTube Discuss this episode in the Insert Credit Forums SHOW NOTES: Sailor Moon “Humans are lame. Monkeys are good. Billy is the best.” Starbucks Bibendum Ratatoullie (2007) Peet's Coffee 1: What is the Starbucks of video games? (05:07) Microsoft Nintendo eShop Embracer Group Naughty Dog Nervous Dog Blue Bottle Coffee Activision Blizzard King Fortnite Destiny 2 2: Nicole Carpenter asks, what video game character is the worst patient at the dentist? (10:25) Sonic the Hedgehog Donkey Kong Five Nights at Freddy's series Maneater Jaws: Unleashed Jaws Ecco the Dolphin Super Mario Bros. 3 Dragon Quest Slime Gelatinous Cube Angry Video Game Nerd Tooth Protectors PowerWash Simulator 3: What is something you always want your character to be able to do in a video game? (16:32) Kris Kross Looney Tunes Michael Jordan Baba Is You Throw Momma From the Train (1987) Exit Through the Gift Shop (2010) Mr. Smith Goes to Washington (1939) Don't Tell Mom the Babysitter's Dead (1991) Death to Smoochy (2002) Kill Bill (2003) Santa Claus Conquers the Martians (1964) WarioWare series Sega Genesis Sony Playstation Reservoir Dogs (1992) Demonschool 4: What do we think of the casting for this Street Fighter movie? (20:37) ‘Street Fighter' Cast: Who's Who In The Live-Action Arcade Film Adaption Andrew Koji Ryu Noah Centineo Ken Callina Liang Chun-Li David Dastmalchian M. Bison Cody Rhodes Guile Jason Momoa Blanka Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson Balrog Orville Peck Vega Andrew Schulz Dan Hibiki Roman Reigns Akuma Kana Urasawa Raul Julia Late Night with the Devil (2023) Murderbot The Suicide Squad (2021) Polka-Dot Man Andy Serkis Lou Ferrigno Mortal Kombat (2021) Warrior Tekken series 5: What is an indie game? (28:16) Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Scorn Hades II 6: rejj asks, what was your first favorite game, and which game replaced it? (34:27) Atari 2600 Q*bert Super Mario Bros. Gunstar Heroes Metal Slug 3 Contra series Super Mario World Sega Game Gear Sonic the Hedgehog series The Lion King Pokemon Blue Version Tomb Raider II Secret of Monkey Island Grim Fandango 7: What the hell is wrong with video games? (40:38) Microsoft is laying off more than 6,000 employees Call of Duty: Black Ops 22 Indiana Jones and the Great Circle Romero Games reportedly met with Microsoft just a day before the publisher pulled funding for the studio, and there was ‘no mention' of the decision that put over 100 people out of work Hi-Fi Rush Microsoft's Matt Turnbull on LinkedIn recommending AI to laid off developers 8: Brandon, how was your trip to London and Paris? (47:20) CeX OutRun 2 SP Panic Park California Extreme GameKing Soul Bubbles Gamasutra's Best of 2008 Taxi 2 Crazy Taxi Taxi (1998) Taxi 2 (2000) 9: Frank, how was your trip to Chicago? And, recommendations (55:43) Jeff Lee The Three Stooges in Brides is Brides Roger Sharpe MSX Nintendo Knitting Machine The Batman (2022) Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire (2024) Gotham Central Robert Pattinson The Twilight Saga Matt Reeves Finally Completes ‘The Batman 2' Script The Penguin LIGHTNING ROUND: Frank's Movie Title Game (01:05:39) Outro (01:17:46) This week's Insert Credit Show is brought to you by patrons like you. Thank you. This week's horrible buzzer was sent in by BippityJones. Thanks! To submit your own horrible buzzer, send an original recording no longer than two seconds in mp3 or wav format to show@insertcredit.com, and maybe we'll use it on the show! Subscribe: RSS, YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more!

In this episode of the Brick and Mortar Visibility Podcast, we're stepping beyond the studio and into the world of boutique retail. Whether you're running a Pilates, yoga, or music studio—or any class-based business—there's a good chance you're also selling something on the side. From merch to gear, retail is a powerful revenue stream, and it's time we treat it like one.Our guest, Sarah Kowal, knows this firsthand. She went from broke to building two thriving businesses and now mentors and markets for retail brands nationwide. Sarah shares her real-talk wisdom on marketing for small businesses, particularly those running brick-and-mortar or boutique retail operations.Plus, we kick off the episode with a quick check-in about Profit First—because it's Q3, and if you're following the method, it's time to take that 50% profit and celebrate your progress!Tune in to hear:Why boutique retail deserves a real marketing strategySimple shifts to increase your retail salesHow to think like a retailer inside your service-based bizA dose of inspiration from Sarah's journey and hard-won lessons

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Our vacation recap finishes with DJ's trip to the OG Magic Kingdom. We're multiple drinks in so will we get another DJ rant? Also have we found the world's greatest #Starbucks? Plus the monumental return (pun intended) of a fan favorite segment.

Starbucks is incentivizing executives to deploy its turnaround plans. Olo is being sold. And restaurant employment moderated last month

Beatriz Navarro ha trabajado en marcas como Repsol, Starbucks, Fnac y Renault. En este episodio repasa su trayectoria profesional, desde sus inicios enfrentándose a decisiones difíciles —como dejar atrás el camino “esperado” para estudiar publicidad— hasta dirigir el marketing de grandes compañías y asumir la presidencia de la Asociación de Marketing de España. Comparte aprendizajes clave sobre trabajo en equipo, confianza, adaptación a nuevos sectores, transformación de marcas, impacto de la IA en el marketing y cómo el compromiso social ha marcado su carrera.

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If you've ever had one of those “how is this my life?” moments in sobriety—when it feels like everything is crashing down around you and a glass of wine (or five) sounds like the only way to survive the storm—you are not alone.  Sobriety doesn't give you a free pass from heartbreak, betrayal, or complete life plot twists.  But it does give you the tools (and the clarity) to get through the mess without self-destructing. In this episode, I sat down with Tiffany Jenkins—bestselling author of the memoirs High Achiever and A Clean Mess—to talk about how to survive hard times in sobriety. And not just survive, but eventually rebuild your life without numbing out.  For the full shownotes, kindly go to this podcast episode link: https://hellosomedaycoaching.com/surviving-hard-times-in-sobriety-moving-through-betrayal-divorce-and-rebuilding-your-life-without-numbing-out/ 4 Ways I Can Support You In Drinking Less + Living More Join The Sobriety Starter Kit, the only sober coaching course designed specifically for busy women. My proven, step-by-step sober coaching program will teach you exactly how to stop drinking  — and how to make it the best decision of your life. Save your seat in my FREE MASTERCLASS, 5 Secrets To Successfully Take a Break From Drinking  Grab the Free 30-Day Guide To Quitting Drinking, 30 Tips For Your First Month Alcohol-Free. Connect with me for free sober coaching tips, updates + videos on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest and TikTok @hellosomedaysober. Love The Podcast and Want To Say Thanks? ☕ Buy me a coffee! In the true spirit of Seattle, coffee is my love language. So if you want to support the hours that go into creating this show each week, click this link to buy me a coffee and I'll run to the nearest Starbucks + lift a Venti Almond Milk Latte and toast to you! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/hellosomeday 

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INTRO (00:23): Kathleen opens the show drinking a Kittens Summer Ale from Fat Orange Cat Brewing Company. She reviews her weekend in Charlottesville VA and Bristol TN, and prepares for the Fourth of July holiday week.    TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Day Drinking Tour.”   COURT NEWS (9:53): Kathleen shares news announcing that Dolly Parton's Vegas residency sold out in hours, and Post Malone has broken up with his longtime girlfriend.    TASTING MENU (3:42): Kathleen samples Awesome Sauce flavored Goldfish, and Mooneyham's Kitch'n Cooked potato chips.    UPDATES (21:53): Kathleen shares updates on Karen Read's new movie deal, Bonnaroo could move their annual date, and Starbucks makes ANOTHER change.   HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT (43:58): Kathleen reveals that a Sierra Nevada Red Fox has been caught on a trail cam in Northern California.    FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS (45:13) : Kathleen shares articles on the St. Louis donut shop that won 2025's “Best Donut in America,”  Bill Burr's new multi-camera sitcom in the works with comedian Earthquake, Crabfest helps Red Lobster exit bankruptcy, the most Patriotic states are announced, a hero dad dives into sea to save his daughter when she fell from a Disney ship, Vogue Magazine is searching for a new chief after nearly 4 decades, a road buckles in Missouri during record setting heat wave, Southwest Airlines has issues ending free bags, the Best Airport in America is revealed, and Vegas opens a new $50M Sports bar.    STUPID TOURIST STORIES (40:39): Kathleen reads about a cruise ship passenger covered in stolen diamonds who sent selfies displaying the stolen jewelry.    SAINT OF THE WEEK (1:14:43): Kathleen reads about Sister Lidwina.    WHAT ARE WE WATCHING (17:33): Kathleen recommends watching the Wimbledon tennis tournament on ESPN, and The Better Sister on Amazon Prime.    FEEL GOOD STORY (1:09:28): Kathleen reads about a helicopter dropping thousands of dollars in cash over Detroit's Gratoit Ave as a final wish of a deceased local carwash owner.

Episode 616: Neal and Toby explain what the Chinese brand 'Luckin Coffee' opening in the US means for Starbucks. Next, why the US dollar value is falling. Then the WNBA announces another expansion with three new teams. Then, are men not reading novels anymore? And the headlines you need to know to start your day. Head to https://www.tacobell.com/morning-brew to learn more about Taco Bell's new Refrescas! Subscribe to Morning Brew Daily for more of the news you need to start your day. Share the show with a friend, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast app. Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: ⁠⁠https://www.swap.fm/l/mbd-note⁠⁠  Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow 00:00 - Happy Bobby Bonilla Day 03:45 - Luckin Coffee Opens  09:00 - US Dollar Dwindles  13:20 - WNBA Expands  18:40 - Men Aren't Reading Novels 22:50 - Headlines  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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