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Should Men Still Get Married? Feminism and Red-Pill Bitterness Are Destroying the Family Why are so many young men asking, "Why should I get married?" After decades of feminism attacking marriage as oppression, a growing number of men are now embracing the opposite error. The manosphere, MGTOW movement, and red-pill influencers often preach a message of fear, bitterness, and withdrawal from marriage. Different rhetoric. Same result. In this episode, Pastor Joseph Spurgeon and Zach Krugler tackle one of the biggest questions facing Christian men today: Is marriage still worth it? They examine feminist attacks on marriage, critique the growing anti-marriage sentiment in the manosphere, break down surprising statistics about marriage, and show why God's design for marriage remains essential for faithful Christian men. Drawing from Scripture, church history, and practical experience, they make the case that marriage is not a trap to avoid but a calling to embrace. Chapters 00:00 - Why Young Men Are Questioning Marriage02:36 - Genesis 2 and God's Design for Marriage03:22 - Make Me a Sandwich Returns05:02 - Feminism Ruins Everything06:15 - The Feminist Case Against Marriage11:16 - The MGTOW Case Against Marriage15:38 - Are Feminists and Red-Pill Men Saying the Same Thing?20:11 - Is Marriage Really a Bad Deal for Men?22:30 - The Statistics Nobody Talks About28:36 - Divorce, Risk, and Responsibility35:18 - Four Habits That Strengthen Marriage36:51 - Why Marriage Rates Are Collapsing39:11 - Cohabitation vs Covenant41:37 - The Cost of Rejecting God's Design44:15 - Is Marriage Actually Worth It?46:00 - What Scripture Says About Marriage47:30 - Martin Luther on Marriage and Family52:27 - The Westminster Standards and the Duty of Marriage53:58 - What About the Gift of Singleness?54:58 - Jesus, Celibacy, and Christian Manhood The King’s Council Men need more than shallow answers and soft leadership. The King’s Council is a gathering for men who want biblical truth, real brotherhood, and strength under the lordship of Christ. Join us June 20 from 5:00–8:00 PM at Sovereign King Church in Jeffersonville, IN. Pastor Michael Clary of Christ the King Church in Fort Thomas, KY will speak on Piety Without Pietism. Food, discussion, and fellowship included. Take your seat at the King’s Council: https://sovereignkingscouncil.com About the Show The Patriarchy Podcast features in-depth conversations on faith, culture, theology, and leadership. Each episode equips Christians to live boldly and biblically in an age of compromise—exploring the challenges and opportunities of standing firm for truth in the modern world. Support the Mission We’re still raising funds to expand Sovereign King Academy and keep tuition affordable for families. Want to invest in the future of Christ’s Kingdom?Give here: https://sovereignkingacademy.com Connect with The Patriarchy Podcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThePatriarchyPodcastSpotify: https://tinyurl.com/58tm5zjzApple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/f3ruzrsaWebsite & All Links: https://linktr.ee/thepatriarchypodcast Follow Joseph Spurgeon:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ThePatriarchyPodcastX/Twitter: https://x.com/PatriarchyPodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepatriarchypodcastGab: https://gab.com/thepatriarchypodcast Sponsored By Steadfast Cigars – For men who reject passivity and take dominionOrder: https://steadfastcigars.com/ Fit Father Project – Dr. Balduzzi built the Fit Father Project to help men stop drifting, reclaim discipline, and get strong for life. If you're ready to take ownership of your health, don’t wait. This is the first real step toward lasting strength—for your body, your family, and your legacy. Start: https://secure.fitfatherproject.com/a/transformation/4539 Books by Joseph Spurgeon:It’s Good to Be a Boy – https://a.co/d/7zpEh5DIt’s Good to Be a Girl – https://a.co/d/6VlBTzS Final Call to Action Subscribe for more conversations that sharpen men for battle.Turn on notifications so you never miss an episode.Like and share to support biblical masculinity. Should men get married, Christian marriage, biblical marriage, marriage advice for men, feminism and marriage, red pill movement, manosphere, MGTOW, biblical masculinity, Christian manhood, marriage statistics, divorce rates, family values, traditional marriage, husband leadership, Christian husband, marriage and masculinity, anti feminism, family decline, Christian family, patriarchy podcast, Joseph Spurgeon, reformed theology,

In this episode, Darin Spindler and Ben Glass discuss how entrepreneurs can build a prosperous business without letting the business consume the life it is supposed to support. The conversation focuses on a practical and often overlooked question for business owners: how do you grow a company while still protecting family time, personal energy, and control of your schedule? Listeners will hear why prosperity is not measured by revenue alone. A strong business should produce profit, independence, and the ability to make deliberate choices about time. This episode gives entrepreneurs a useful framework for thinking about growth, boundaries, systems, client selection, and the kind of business design that lets an owner succeed without being trapped by constant urgency. MagneticMarketing.com NoBSLetter.com

What if much of the backlash around diversity, equity, and inclusion comes from misunderstanding what those ideas were actually meant to be? In this episode, Dean Newlund and Celeste Warren unpack the leadership, hiring, and workplace realities behind one of the most emotionally charged conversations in business today.   In this episode, Dean Newlund and Celeste Warren discuss: What diversity, equity, and inclusion actually mean inside organizations Why equity is often misunderstood as lowering standards or giving preferential treatment How hiring practices, bias, and talent pipelines shape workplace representation The role of leadership, culture, and belonging in organizational performance Why do many companies quietly continue this work even as public language around DEI changes   Key Takeaways: Diversity simply reflects differences in people, experiences, identities, and perspectives that exist within organizations and customer groups. Inclusion is about creating a culture where people feel valued, supported, and connected to a shared organizational purpose. Equity is not about lowering standards; it is about recognizing different starting points and creating fair access to opportunities. Organizations often limit talent pools by repeatedly recruiting from the same places instead of broadening where they search for qualified candidates. Strong leadership requires reducing bias in hiring and management processes while still selecting people based on skills, capability, and experience.   "The most qualified person that has those skills, capabilities, and all of those experiences and characteristics can be embodied in a multitude of different identities.” — Celeste Warren   About Celeste Warren: Celeste Warren is a visionary leader who spent 28 years at a global Fortune 100 company, rising to Vice President and Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer. After retiring, she founded Celeste Warren Consulting, LLC, where she helps organizations create fair and equitable opportunities while improving workplace culture and inclusion. Celeste also co-founded Destination STEM, Inc., a nonprofit supporting students of color pursuing science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) degrees. She is a published author, global speaker, and thought leader whose work on diversity, equity, and inclusion has appeared in national and international publications. She recently published her second book, The Truth About Equity.   Connect with Celeste Warren:   Website: www.CRWdiversity.com Book: The Truth About Equity: https://www.amazon.com/Truth-About-Equity-Really-Everyone/dp/1967587000 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@celestewarren-equity LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/celestewarrenllc/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61585947441940 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crwdiversity       See Dean's TedTalk “Why Business Needs Intuition” here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EEq9IYvgV7I Connect with Dean:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgqRK8GC8jBIFYPmECUCMkwWebsite: https://www.mfileadership.com/The Mission Statement E-Newsletter: https://www.mfileadership.com/blog/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deannewlund/X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/deannewlundFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MissionFacilitators/Email: dean.newlund@mfileadership.comPhone: 1-800-926-7370 Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.

Seth and Sean dive into the good and bad from the Astros this weekend, Adam Schefter saying he thinks CJ Stroud will get his extension this offseason, what Robert Saleh had to say when asked what he'd pick if he could choose no turnovers or no injuries, and see what Criss and Luke have for the question of the day.

Can you sleep train without doing cry-it-out? If you're an exhausted mom who desperately needs sleep but feels uncomfortable with harsh sleep training methods, this episode is for you. Today we're talking about the middle ground between “do nothing and just survive” and “shut the door and don't go back in.” Because you do not have to choose between abandoning your baby and abandoning yourself. In this episode, I'm breaking down what sleep training actually means, why “gentle” does not mean nothing changes, and how you can support your baby through learning independent sleep without feeling like you're ignoring their needs. We'll talk about: Why sleep training does not automatically mean cry-it-out The difference between comforting your baby and recreating the old sleep habit Why avoiding every tear can sometimes keep everyone stuck What actually needs to change for longer stretches of sleep How to create a gentle-but-structured plan that fits your baby, your values, and your capacity as a mom If your baby is waking all night, nursing or rocking back to sleep every time, or you feel stuck between two extremes, this episode will help you see a calmer, clearer path forward. You can be loving and clear. Responsive and consistent. Gentle and structured. And sometimes that is exactly what your baby (and your exhausted heart) need most. Ready for a personalized sleep plan for your baby? Book a Sleep Clarity Call at mamamatterstoo.com/call Get your free guide: Why Your Baby Wakes Every 2–3 Hours (And What to Fix First) https://mamamatterstoo.myflodesk.com/933cc9a3-a8b9-45ae-b201-a9a41289574e   Book your sleep clarity call here: mamamatterstoo.com/call   Join the Facebook group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/mamamatterstoo/

AI is moving from chatbots to agents, batteries are getting cheaper and longer-lasting, and China is emerging as a serious innovation engine across EVs, robotics and autonomous driving. Loftus Peak's Anshu Sharma joins Bryce and Ren to unpack where disruption is accelerating, how investors can separate hype from real revenue, and why the best opportunities may still be early.In this episode:00:00 Cheaper to hire a human than to use AI? 01:51 What's changed since Anshu was last on 03:50 The third AI inflection point explained 06:26 Are we still early in the AI investment cycle? 08:05 The warning signs of an AI bubble 11:28 Why most investors get disruption wrong 16:36 How Loftus finds the best company in a trend 19:37 Humanoid robots: hype or reality? 24:56 Inside China's robotics ecosystem 26:11 Beijing Auto Show: the battery that changed his mind 27:52 Sodium-ion batteries and the next leg of EVs 32:01 So where does Tesla fit in now? 36:55 Knowing when to sell a disruptive stock39:08 Why Loftus has been in and out of NVIDIA 4 times 42:28 Anshu's best company ever, book pick and adviceETFs and Stocks mentioned: Loftus Peak Global Disruption Fund (ASX: LPGD), Loftus Peak Global Disruption Fund Unhedged (ASX: LPJD), NVIDIA (NASDAQ: NVDA), Eli Lilly (NYSE: LLY), Datadog (NASDAQ: DDOG), Samsara (NYSE: IOT), Meta Platforms (NASDAQ: META), Tencent (HKEX: 0700), CATL (SZSE: 300750), BYD (HKEX: 1211), Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA), WeRide (NASDAQ: WRD), Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL), Intel (NASDAQ: INTC), Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (NYSE: TSM), Alphabet (NASDAQ: GOOGL), Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT), Amazon (NASDAQ: AMZN)Recommendations: The Thinking Machine: Jensen Huang, Nvidia and the World's Most Coveted MicrochipThis episode has been sponsored by Loftus Peak.Support from partners like Loftus Peak help us keep all our content free.If you want to learn more about Loftus Peak's Global Disruption active ETF (ASX: LPGD) head here.———Want to get involved in the podcast? Record a voice note or send us a messageAnd come and join the conversation in the Equity Mates Facebook Discussion Group.———Want more Equity Mates? Across books, podcasts, video and email, however you want to learn about investing – we've got you covered.Keep up with the news moving markets with our daily newsletter and podcast (Apple | Spotify)We're particularly excited to share our latest show: Basis PointsListen to the podcast (Apple | Spotify)Watch on YouTubeRead the monthly email———Looking for some of our favourite research tools?Download our free Basics of ETF handbookOr our free 4-step stock checklistFind company information on TIKRResearch reports from Good ResearchTrack your portfolio with Sharesight———Equity Mates Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Awareness of neurodiversity has grown, but understanding still has a long way to go.Too many workplaces still rely on narrow ideas of what neurodivergence is supposed to look like, who gets recognised, and who gets support. That leaves a lot of people misunderstood, missed entirely, or expected to fit a picture that was never built with them in mind.Dr Chloe Farahar brings a much more nuanced lens to this, from observer bias in diagnosis and recognition to the role of race, gender, culture, and environment in shaping who gets seen. We also explore why the traditional idea of the spectrum falls short, and what a more useful understanding could look like instead.A valuable listen for anyone who wants to move past basic awareness and think more carefully about what meaningful neuroinclusion really requires.Highlights:(01:18) Why awareness still isn't the same as understanding(12:20) What polyennic communication can look like in practice(28:30) Why the traditional spectrum model falls short(39:30) Chloe's three-dimensional autistic space explained(48:20) What workplaces need to do differently right now(01:05:24) Five steps towards a more neuroinclusive workplaceLinks mentioned in this episode:Aucademy: https://aucademy.co.uk/ Building your Autistic profile: https://aucademy.co.uk/building-your-autistic-profile-brief-starting-page/ NHS Inclusive Workplace Plan template: https://www.cwp.nhs.uk/application/files/8017/3348/3604/Employment_checklist_-_Nov_2024__1.pdf Enna Global - Helping forward-thinking companies attract, recruit and retain neurodivergent talent: https://enna.org/ Connect with us here:Website: https://aurorawellnessgroup.co.uk/Ngozi: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ngozi-weller-aurora/Obehi: https://www.linkedin.com/in/obehi-alofoje-psychologist-aurora/Aurora Company Profile 2025Book a Call here: https://aurorawellnessgroup.co.uk/#book-meeting

Laura Jastram-Wrend joins Cole live at the HikeExpo to discuss what most outdoor brands are still getting wrong about the power of social.  Laura breaks down why social should no longer be treated like an afterthought, how creator ecosystems outperform one-off influencer activations, and why "edutainment" is the new standard for outdoor content.  About: This podcast is produced by Port Side, a creative production studio creating content strategy + production for outdoor brands, rooted in emotion. Want to learn more about how we can help? Enjoy this episode and discover other resources below: Slack Community | Tired of brainstorming with ChatGPT? Join us! Insight Deck | Want 20 of our favorite insights shared on the show?  LinkedIn | Join the conversation and share ideas with other industry peers. Apple Podcast | Want to help us out? Leave us a review on Apple. Guest List | Have a Guest in Mind?  Share them with us here.  

Can you trademark an idea? It's one of the most common — and costly — misunderstandings entrepreneurs make when building a business.In this deep dive, we unpack the real differences between trademarks, patents, copyrights, and trade secrets so business owners can stop guessing and start protecting their intellectual property strategically.Many founders assume that simply having an idea creates ownership rights. Unfortunately, intellectual property law doesn't work that way. A trademark protects your brand identity — things like names, logos, slogans, and recognizable symbols used in commerce. Patents protect inventions and processes. Copyrights protect creative works like articles, videos, podcasts, software code, and books. Trade secrets protect confidential systems and proprietary information.Understanding these distinctions matters far more than most startups realize.In today's business environment, intangible assets often become more valuable than physical products. Strong branding, original content, innovative systems, and proprietary strategies can all create competitive advantages — but only if they're protected correctly.This episode explores:✅ Why ideas alone usually aren't legally protected✅ The difference between trademarks and patents✅ How copyrights actually work✅ Why startups should care about intellectual property early✅ Common mistakes entrepreneurs make with branding✅ How large companies aggressively protect IP✅ Why execution matters more than ideas✅ The hidden risks of waiting too long to file protectionsWe also discuss famous intellectual property battles involving companies like Apple, Samsung, Starbucks, Disney, Nike, and Coca-Cola — all of which demonstrate how powerful intellectual property strategy can become in highly competitive industries.One of the biggest takeaways from this conversation is that intellectual property law is not simply about legal defense. It's about business strategy.The companies that win long term are often the ones that combine:Strong brandingClear differentiationConsistent customer trustStrategic innovationProper legal protectionIronically, many entrepreneurs spend more time worrying about “someone stealing their idea” than actually building a memorable brand or scalable business system.The reality is this:Ideas are common.Execution is rare.A startup with mediocre ideas but outstanding execution often outperforms businesses with brilliant ideas and weak operational strategy.This episode also addresses the emotional side of entrepreneurship. Founders naturally feel protective of ideas they've invested time, energy, and passion into. But understanding how the legal system actually views ideas can help entrepreneurs make smarter decisions about growth, marketing, branding, and product development.Whether you're launching a startup, building a personal brand, creating content, developing software, or scaling an established company, understanding intellectual property fundamentals is critical in today's marketplace.Because protecting your business properly is usually much cheaper than fighting legal battles later.And honestly, if your entire intellectual property strategy currently consists of “I emailed myself the idea once,” it may be time for an upgrade.To chat about this one-on-one, grab a free consult at strategymeeting.com

Think Hawaii is all pristine beaches and postcard-perfect sunsets? Think again. This week, we're swapping our beach towels for crime scene tape as we dive headfirst into the dark underbelly of the Aloha State. From high-stakes island syndicates to mysteries buried deep beneath the volcanic soil, we're proving that even paradise has a body count. Pack your sunscreen—and your skepticism—because it's about to get shady in the sun.Research links below!SFGate - "The FBI warned Hawaii serial killers were coming. Then one struck."Serial Killer Calendar - "Murders in Paradise"PBS Hawai'i - "The Honolulu Strangler with Robbie Dingeman"Medium - "The Honolulu Strangler"Ke Alaka'i - "The tragic deaths of five women and an escaped murderer known as the 'Honolulu Strangler'"Hawaii News Now - "20 years ago, a killer shattered the morning calm and changed Hawaii forever"khon2 - "Xerox Murders"Star Bulletin - "Carlisle: Uyesugi was in control"Star Bulletin - "Grand jury indicts Uyesugi for first-degree murder"Star Bulletin - "7 dead in Nimitz Hwy. Xerox shooting"Star Bulletin - "Uyesugi's father, brother tell of torment in his head"State of Hawaii vs. Byrab Uyesugi

In this episode of The Kirk Miller Podcast, Kirk breaks down one of the most common questions people ask when trying to transform their body: Can you still drink alcohol and get lean? The honest answer? Yes — but it comes with consequences, trade-offs, and a level of self-awareness most people avoid. Kirk shares his own journey with alcohol, including years of binge drinking while still managing to stay lean physically — but realizing over time that his relationship with alcohol was far from healthy, productive, or in alignment with the person he wanted to become. This episode isn't about telling people they can never drink again. It's about understanding why you drink, what alcohol is costing you, and whether your current habits are helping or hurting your goals. Inside the episode, Kirk discusses: The real impact alcohol has on fat loss and performance Why drinking slows progress — physically and mentally The hidden behavioural patterns behind alcohol consumption How many people use alcohol to escape stress, pressure, or emotion Why "moderation" is harder than most people admit The importance of discipline and emotional control How to stop living in a reactive cycle What helped Kirk regain control of his drinking habits How to build a healthier relationship with alcohol Why getting lean is about identity, not just calories This episode is designed to challenge your thinking around alcohol, habits, and self-control — without extremes, guilt, or unrealistic expectations. Because long-term transformation isn't built through restriction alone. It's built through awareness, discipline, and learning how to align your behaviours with the person you want to become. Apply for Built To Last: https://www.builttolast.co/apply

Send us Fan MailWe put our KD fandom on the table and say the quiet part out loud: Kevin Durant might be at his best now as a true second option. We weigh elite scoring and efficiency against leadership questions, social media distractions, and what kind of team actually brings out the best version of him. • Why KD being a second option is not a diss but a roster advantage • The burner account rumors and why the distraction matters even if you do not care about Twitter • Leadership expectations for a No. 1 option versus leading by play • Trade fits where KD clearly slots behind a franchise centerpiece • Rapid-fire list of teams that could make KD terrifying as a No. 2 • Our questions to you about value, emotions, and whether you would trade for him please make sure to like, subscribe, comment, tell anyone who's anyone about the show Support the showhttps://linktr.ee/GetABucketShow for more content!!!

Fearne isn't a massive fan of the relentless pressure to reach a definitive state of happiness. It's just not realistic, so she's dropping into your feed every week for some chat about what's making her – and you! – feel great, and what's making us feel completely crap.This is the cosy corner where there's no judgement allowed! All of us can explore what's been on our minds, what's been getting us down, inspiring us, and making us laugh. Want to join the chat? Send us a voicenote, DM, or comment on Instagram @happyplaceofficial!In this chat, Fearne covers:-Why walks are the best for deep and meaningfuls-Going clubbing and feeling 18 again-Why you're only ever as happy as your unhappiest child-How to make the ‘sexiest salad' ever (according to Fearne)-Coping with The Fear that comes with a hangover-A plea to stop chatting on speakerphone on the train-How to say goodbye to your child when they leave home-Dealing with triggers when you're trying to heal Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Earned, CreatorIQ Chief Partnerships Officer Tim Sovay sits down with Jamie Gutfreund, founder of Creator Vision, Forbes contributor, and former executive at Hasbro, Microsoft, Expedia, CAA, and Whalar, to explore why the creator economy still lacks the infrastructure needed to truly scale. Drawing from experience across brands, agencies, and media, Jamie shares her perspective on how creator marketing is evolving from an experimental channel into a core business function tied to media, commerce, and long-term brand growth. Tim and Jamie unpack why most brands still confuse campaign planning with creator strategy, the growing importance of measurement and institutional knowledge, and how creators are reshaping everything from paid media to product storytelling. They also dive into the rise of creator-led media companies, why YouTube remains massively underutilized by brands, and how AI is changing content creation, optimization, and audience insight gathering. Along the way, Jamie shares candid takes on affiliate saturation, creator trust, organizational change inside major brands, and why the future of creator marketing depends on building systems, not just campaigns. In this episode, you'll learn: The key to successful brand building through creator partnerships How brands can leverage creators for media and performance-driven campaigns Why understanding your audience and creators' communities is essential for impactful marketing   Connect with the Guest: Jamie's LinkedIn - @jamiegutfreund    Connect with Tim Sovay & CreatorIQ: Tim's LinkedIn - @timsovay CreatorIQ LinkedIn - @creatoriq Follow us on social: CreatorIQ YouTube - @CreatorIQOfficial CreatorIQ Instagram - @creatoriq CreatorIQ TikTok - @creator.iq CreatorIQ Twitter - @CreatorIQ

Have you ever turned down an invitation from a customer or colleague, only to realize later that they stopped asking you to events altogether? In this episode of The Selling Podcast, hosts Scott and Mike tackle the difficult art of saying "no" without burning bridges. Using a simple, four-step formula, they discuss how to decline requests and invitations confidently while ensuring you remain on the guest list for future opportunities.The "Golden Formula" for Saying NoScott outlines a definitive process to decline an invitation gracefully while maintaining future warmth:Meet with Appreciation: No matter the invitation, always start with sincere, heartfelt gratitude. Thank the person for thinking of you and acknowledge the effort they made to extend the offer.Give a Clear Answer Early: Avoid bury the "no" in the middle of a paragraph or conversation. Do not waffle, use "maybes," or say you will "try" if you already know you cannot make it. stringing people along prevents them from inviting others and damages trust.Provide Short Reasoning: While you should almost always provide a reason (unless the request is illegal or unethical), keep it brief. Avoid "dissertation" or "TED Talk" answers. A simple, honest sentence is usually sufficient. Crucially, never lie or invent excuses, as this will eventually damage trust.Future Warmth: Separate the rejection of the event from the rejection of the person. Close by expressing a genuine desire to connect in the future to keep the door open.Mike's Tweak: The Follow-UpMike adds a critical fifth step to the formula to maximize your chances of a reinvitation: The Follow-Up Note.A day or two after the event took place, send a quick message asking how it went. For example: "How was the dinner Friday night? I thought about you guys and hope you had fun." This shows continued interest and reinforces that you value the relationship, even if you couldn't attend that specific event.Key Takeaways & NuancesThe Power of Confidence: When saying no, be confident. If you sound hesitant, a customer may sense a "chink in the armor" and try to pressure you into changing your mind. Do not sound guilty for having other commitments.Handling Unethical/Illegal Requests: If a customer asks for something illegal, immoral, or unethical, the formula changes. There is no need for appreciation or future warmth regarding that specific request. A confident, definitive "no" is required immediately.Turning Down Activities You Dislike: If you are invited to an activity you genuinely do not enjoy (e.g., poker night), use appreciation, a clear no, and then politely state that the activity isn't your thing. Offer an alternative activity you do enjoy to steer future invitations toward things you will accept.Don't "Ghost": One of the biggest mistakes is sitting on a request because you really want to go but know you probably can't. Procrastinating only frustrates the inviter. Reply confidently as soon as you know your status.

If you entered the U.S. on a J-1 visa and are now married to a U.S. citizen, this video breaks down the biggest obstacle you may face the 2-year home residency requirement and how it affects your green card process. Immigration attorney John Khosravi explains your two main options (adjustment of status vs. consular processing), the risks of falling out of status, current 2026 updates on J-1 waivers, and how travel bans and delays can impact your case. This is a must-watch if you're unsure whether you can stay in the U.S. or need to leave to continue your application. For a deeper step-by-step guide, visit marriageimmigrationlaw.com or schedule a consultation to review your specific situation.

An interview with Andrew Rowen, author of ISABEL, ANACAONA & COLUMBUS'S DEMISE: 1498–1502 Retold, a historical novel grounded in primary sources and anthropological research that reconstructs from both European and Native perspectives the period of Caribbean history when permanent European colonial settlement began, commencing with Columbus's third voyage.Bernie has a conversation with Andrew to discuss what actually happened from 1498 to 1502 and how the actions of Spain's Queen Isabel, the Taíno Indian Chieftain Anacaona, and Columbus shaped events. This is the least studied period of Columbus's voyages and one of the most brutal phases of Americas' conquest history, presaging and influencing centuries of oppression and conflict thereafter.Definitely check out the interview and get the book here:https://www.andrewrowen.com/Buy me a coffee! https://buymeacoffee.com/whatsnewinhistoryThis is a podcast by Dan Hörning and Bernie Maopolski.Please subscribe to our YouTube channel!!www.youtube.com/@WhatsNewinHistoryIf you like what we do you can support the Fan of History project on https://www.patreon.com/fanofhistoryContact information:E-mail: zimwaupodcast@gmail.comhttp://facebook.com/fanofhistoryhttps://twitter.com/danhorninghttps://www.instagram.com/dan_horning/Music: “Tudor Theme” by urmymuse.Used here under a commercial Creative Commons license. Find out more at http://ccmixter.org/files/urmymuse/40020 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Special Guest Expert: Mary DeMocker I remember, as a child, learning that you turn off the faucet while brushing your teeth. You close the refrigerator quickly and turn off the lights when you leave the room—little things- and they needed to be taught because otherwise, I admit, I hadn't thought much about leaving the tap on, standing in front of the open fridge for minutes figuring out what I wanted to eat or leaving on the lights in every conceivable room. I've needed to teach it to my kids too- but of course, they sometimes forget. Sometimes protecting the Earth isn't the first thought that comes to mind when you're standing in the shower, letting the hot water fall on your head and back. For some, climate change might feel distant- like something happening elsewhere but not right here at home. Although this seems to be changing a bit- many families, all over the world have found that climate change has begun to touch their lives. Deadlier wild fires, increasingly crazy weather, additional information of melting ice caps on the nightly news- information coming to us through news anchors as well as out of the mouths of younger and younger activists that are demanding awareness and action. My own children have quoted information from Weird But True books and nature documentaries about what's going on with the polar bears and tropical forests. The truth is, we are all feeling the effects and we are all contributing to the effects of climate change-- AND we are also able to help solve the problem. Of course, this means we must have the discussions that can bring about the change. It starts with opening our mouths and our hearts so that we can lay it all on the table. How do we give our children the facts about climate change- from discussions of fossil fuels to fluctuating animal habitats to sustainable and destructive energy sources so that they are in the know? And how can we, as families, alter how we live our lives, in small consistent ways, that will help create a healthier future for our loved ones? We need a climate revolution—and it starts at home, with us. Our special guest today is Mary Democker. Mary DeMocker's book, The Parents' Guide to Climate Revolution: 100 Ways to Build a Fossil-Free Future, Raise Empowered Kids, and Still Get a Good Night's Sleep is a finalist for the 2019 Oregon Book Award and has been featured on Yale Climate Connections and recommended on NPR and in The New York Times. Mary writes and speaks widely about parenting in a changing climate, helping parents, educators, clinicians, and young people find a positive role in the global transition to a clean energy future. She lives in Eugene, Oregon with her husband and sometimes her son, a freshman in college. His sister older graduated from college last year and is a teacher. The post How to Talk to Kids about Climate Change and the Environment with Mary DeMocker – ReRelease appeared first on Dr Robyn Silverman.

Nope. Yep. Nope. Yep. Everybody got choices? Chipotle didn't just sell burritos - they rebuilt trust with two or three words and some really clear visuals. No freezers. No can openers. No microwaves. Just a brand that went back to its roots and dared to say one thing loudly instead of everything at once. In this episode, we dig into what B2B marketers can learn from Chipotle's "For Real" campaign with our special guest Alicia diVittorio, Head of Global Corporate Marketing at Silverfort. Together, we unpack why "confusion equals no sale," what it really means to take a competitive stand without being obvious about it, and why the best copy - like "Microwaves Not Welcome" - has a point of view that nobody else can own. About our guest, Alicia diVittorio Alicia diVittorio is Head of Global Corporate Marketing at Silverfort, where she oversees brand, communications, PR, analyst relations, and content marketing including web and social. With a background in both brand and comms, she brings a rare perspective on the intersection of provocative positioning and human storytelling in B2B marketing. What B2B Marketers Can Learn From Chipotle's "For Real" Campaign: Go back to your roots - that's why they fell in love with you. Chipotle didn't invent a new brand. They reminded people of the one they already had. Alicia's takeaway for B2B: "Sometimes you really have to remind yourselves of your core value and make sure that comes to the top. That's why people fell in love with you in the first place." Before you evolve your messaging, ask whether you've drifted from the thing that made you matter. You get one message. Use it. Chipotle's campaign works because it says one thing — real ingredients - and doesn't look back. Ian's biggest takeaway says it plainly: "You get to tell people one thing at a time. Just stop trying to tell people two things or three things or whatever. You get one message and that's it." Everything else fades. Hit your one thing and make it interesting. Point of view beats positioning. "Real ingredients, real flavor" could be anyone. "Microwaves Not Welcome" can only be Chipotle. Alicia connects it directly to her comms background: "If we don't have a unique point of view, no one cares. You sound like everyone else. You gotta be provocative if you want to stand out." The difference between good copy and great copy is the same as the difference between a statement and a stance. Quote "Confusion does not equal a sale. We just do so much in B2B and it can be extremely overwhelming. I gotta take that back to the team." - Alicia diVittorio Time Stamps [1:12] Meet Alicia diVittorio, Head of Global Corporate Marketing at Silverfort  [2:22] Why the "For Real" Campaign: The Song, the Simplicity, the Lesson  [4:12] What Is Chipotle's "For Real" Campaign? A Brief History  [6:44] Going Back to Your Roots — What Chipotle Did Right  [15:40] Competitive Positioning Without Being Gross About It  [19:00] "Microwaves Not Welcome": The Power of a Point of View  [22:44] Targeting Multiple Demographics With One Idea  [26:49] The Bag Problem: Great Campaign, Missed Real Estate  [30:13] What B2B Marketers Should Steal From Chipotle  [43:10] Final Thoughts and Takeaways Links Connect with Alicia on LinkedIn  Learn more about Silverfort About Remarkable! Remarkable! is created by the team at Caspian Studios, the premier B2B Podcast-as-a-Service company. Caspian creates both nonfiction and fiction series for B2B companies. If you want a fiction series check out our new offering - The Business Thriller - Hollywood style storytelling for B2B. Learn more at CaspianStudios.com. In today's episode, you heard from Ian Faison (CEO of Caspian Studios) and Meredith Gooderham (Head of Production). Remarkable was produced this week by Meredith Gooderham, edited by Jon Goldberg, and our theme song is "Solomon" by FALAK. Create something remarkable. Rise above the noise. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to Episode 89 of our Mediumship Podcast!In this episode, Tabs gets real about something not many mediums talk about—getting spooked at night.Even with a strong understanding of Spirit and energy, there are still moments where your mind kicks in, your body reacts, and fear shows up. Tabs shares a personal experience of being startled at night and breaks down what was actually happening from both a practical and energetic perspective.She explores why this happens, how our nervous system is wired to react in the dark, and how imagination, energy sensitivity, and heightened awareness can sometimes blur together. More importantly, she shares how to ground yourself in those moments, separate fear from intuition, and come back into a place of calm and control.This episode is a reminder that you don't have to be fearless to be connected—and that understanding what's happening in your body and mind is what gives you confidence.If you've ever felt uneasy at night or questioned what you're sensing, this conversation will help you make sense of it in a way that feels safe, grounded, and empowering.Tune in for a real, honest look at fear, intuition, and what's actually going on when the lights go out.Shadows and the Dark Episodehttps://open.spotify.com/episode/1z7hsiydmvQegAVtmpA4XZ?si=ITXm3SSYTle0WKsQcQE-AgMediumship 101 Class ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tabsmccaffrey.com/development-page⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Interested in booking a 1:1 session with Tabs? You can book here ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.tabsmccaffrey.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

It’s unknown if we’ll ever get to see Taylor Frankie Paul’s season of The Bachelorette, but we hear that she’s trying to work things out with the man rumored to get her final rose!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Most graphic designers think AI is the biggest threat to their career. Faster tools. Instant outputs. Endless variations. But that's not what's actually happening.Design isn't getting better. It's getting faster. And now that anyone can make something look good, the real problem is harder to see. Because when everything looks good, the only thing that matters is KNOWING what actually IS good.In this episode of The Angry Designer Podcast, we break down the real shift happening in graphic design and why most designers are dangerously unprepared for what comes next.In this episode, you'll discover:- Why AI is not the biggest threat to graphic designers and what is- How “good-looking” design is fooling clients and hurting the industry- Why taste and judgment are becoming the only skills that matter in modern designThis is not about learning another tool or chasing trends. This is about understanding what separates real designers from everyone else in an AI-driven world, so you can stay relevant, charge what you're worth, and build a career that actually lasts.Stay Angry our Friends –––––––––––Join Anger Management for Designers Newsletter at https://tinyurl.com/mr4bb4j3Want to see more?  See uncut episodes on our YouTube channel at youtube.com/theangrydesigner Read our blog posts on our website TheAngryDesigner.comJoin in the conversation on our Instagram Instagram.com/TheAngryDesignerPodcast

In this episode, insurance expert Robert Feldman discusses the challenges of insuring properties in fire-prone Western US states, the importance of fire hardening homes, and strategies for investors to navigate rising insurance costs.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

In a world where everything seems to cost more by the day, we uncover the things you can still get completely free. The team shares the best free things left in life and some clever ways people are taking advantage of them. Turns out if you know where to look, there are still a few bargains left!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 2025, the European Court of Justice ended formal citizenship by investment programs across the EU, shutting down Malta, Cyprus, Montenegro, and North Macedonia. IMI covers how citizenship by merit is becoming the new shadow market for wealthy investors in Europe.Read the full article here.

Mike Johnson, Ali Mac, and Beau Morgan spend some time recapping and reacting to the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft and previewing the second round of the draft and what the Atlanta Falcons might do with former Atlanta Falcons quarterback, and now analyst for the Atlanta Falcons Radio Network Dave Archer! Ali, Mike, Beau, and Dave discuss what time he was able to call it a night last night after his draft show on 92.9 The Game with Mike Conti and Wes Durham, what pick or picks surprised Dave the most during round one of the 2026 NFL Draft last night, what Dave thinks the Falcons approach is going to be heading into the second round of the 2026 NFL Draft tonight, if it will be tough for the Falcons to trade back tonight if a highly rated player falls into their lap, what position Dave would be targeting and what would be Dave's number one priority would be if he was Falcons General Manager Ian Cunningham tonight, why Dave likes Louisville Cardinals wide receiver Chris Bell as an NFL prospect, and the potential of getting a wide receiver like Chris Bell in the third round of the draft.

18 minutes. One idea. No call to action. And somehow, one of the most trusted brands in the world. TED didn't build its reputation by saying more — it built it by saying less, better. The format was the brand. The editing was the strategy. And the trust was earned before a single word was spoken. In this episode, we unpack what that means for B2B marketers with the help of our special guest Varun Kohli, CMO at Cequence Security/GetReal Security. Together, we explore what enterprise marketers can learn from TED's obsession with brevity, the danger of diluting a brand you've worked hard to build, and why the best content makes your audience calmer or more confident — not just informed. About our guest, Varun Kohli Varun Kohli is an independent CMO with over a decade of experience leading marketing at enterprise security and technology companies. With 10 exits under his belt, Varun brings a rare combination of strategic vision and executional depth to the CMO role. He currently serves as CMO at Cequence Security/GetReal Security. What B2B Marketers Can Learn From TED Talks: Build trust before you speak. TED's red dot, the curated room, the format itself - all of it was designed to signal what audiences could expect before anyone took the stage. Varun draws the lesson directly for marketers: "Trust was designed much, much, much earlier before the first word was spoken. As marketers, you need to earn that trust. If you are waiting for that trust to be given to you when you start speaking, it's already too late." In B2B, your website, your content format, and your brand presence are all making a promise before a prospect ever reads a word. It's not about what to say - it's about what not to say. TED's 18-minute constraint isn't a limitation; it's the point. Varun sees the same discipline as a requirement for B2B content: "It's not about what to say. It's also about what not to say. That is where us marketers lose our audience - we try to cram too much into a very small space." The best content finds the one problem that resonates and doesn't look back. Spend more time editing than you did creating. Make sure your tagline can only belong to you. Brevity without distinctiveness is just noise. Varun shares the litmus test he runs with his teams: "When you're creating these short taglines or headlines, you should always ask - if I remove my logo and slap a competitor's logo on it, is it still true? If it is true, you did not choose the right words." Keep rewriting until no competitor's logo fits. That's when you've arrived. Quote "Great marketing is not about shouting the loudest. The great marketing part is resonating with your buyer. If you can do that, they'll come knock on your door." Time Stamps [1:28] Meet Varun Kohli, CMO at Cequence Security/GetReal Security [3:06] Learn and Unlearn: How Varun Thinks About Walking Into a CMO Role [7:25] What Are TED Talks? A Brief History [15:31] B2B Marketing Takeaways from TED Talks [30:21] TEDx: Brand Dilution or Smart Distribution? [42:52] The Competitive Logo Test [43:30] Final Thoughts and Takeaways Links Connect with Varun on LinkedIn Learn more about Cequence Security About Remarkable! Remarkable! is created by the team at Caspian Studios, the premier B2B Podcast-as-a-Service company. Caspian creates both nonfiction and fiction series for B2B companies. If you want a fiction series check out our new offering - The Business Thriller - Hollywood style storytelling for B2B. Learn more at CaspianStudios.com. In today's episode, you heard from Ian Faison (CEO of Caspian Studios) and Meredith Gooderham (Head of Production). Remarkable was produced this week by Jess Avellino, mixed by Scott Goodrich, and our theme song is "Solomon" by FALAK. Create something remarkable. Rise above the noise. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

TIMTUM HALEV! I ate treif by mistake(Chinese food in NJ BM) do I still get timtum?

In this episode of the Pain and Performance Podcast, Dr. Derrick Hines breaks down key factors that contribute to injury risk and athletic performance across all levels, from youth athletes to professionals. Drawing from recent clinical experience, he explains how limitations in hip mobility, poor foot stability, and weak tendons can lead to preventable injuries like ACL tears. He also shares simple, practical strategies coaches and parents can implement to improve movement quality, build resilience, and keep athletes performing at a higher level for longer.In This Episode- How limited hip mobility increases injury risk, especially for the knees and ACL- Why foot strength and stability are critical for athletic performance- The role of tendon strength in preventing injuries and improving resilience- Practical training tools like footboards and strength shoes- Simple strategies coaches and parents can use to protect young athletesInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/derrickbhines/Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/@DrDerrick

4.15.26 Hour 3, Bill Bender from Sporting News joins The Kevin Sheehan Show to discuss the current state of College Basketball and give his evaluation on NFL Draft prospects with the draft being next week. Kevin Sheehan goes around the sports world to talk about some of the recent news and scenarios in the NBA, NFL and more.

4.15.26, Kevin Sheehan goes around the sports world to talk about some of the recent news and scenarios in the NBA, NFL and more.

You think franchising is a proven path to success so why do so many people still get it wrong?In this episode, we sit down with Therese Thilgen, co-founder of Franchise Update Media and franchise veteran with 38 years of experience to unpack what actually happens behind the scenes of franchising and why so many people make the same costly mistakes, even when they think they're doing everything right.Therese shares how she got started in franchising and what it really looked like to build something from the ground up. But what stands out most isn't just the longevity. It's the missteps, the trial and error, and the moments where things didn't work that ultimately shaped how she approaches business today.We also get into her personal experience as a franchisee that didn't go as planned and how that moment changed how she views research, transparency, and decision-making in franchising. Along with the early challenges of building Franchise Update Media, she shares what went wrong in those early stages and how those experiences forced her to rethink how value is created, communicated, and delivered.If you're considering franchising, growing a brand, or trying to understand why some businesses scale while others struggle, this conversation will challenge how you think about opportunity, risk, and what it actually takes to get it right.So, if you want a more honest look at franchising and what people are still getting wrong after decades in the industry, this is an episode you don't want to miss.Connect with Therese:Email - Thereset@franchiseupdate.comEpisode Highlights:Starting in franchising with no clear planThe early mistakes that shaped her businessWhat went wrong when launching the first versionLessons from a failed franchise investmentWhy feedback can either break you or build youThe long road to figuring out what actually worksWhat most people underestimate about franchisingWhy experience doesn't guarantee better decisionsHow the industry has evolved over timeWhat it really takes to build something sustainableConnect with TracyPersonal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracy-panase/JBF LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/jbfsaleJBF Franchise System - https://jbfsalefranchise.com/Email: podcast@jbfsale.comConnect with ShannonPersonal LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannonwilburn/       JBF LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/jbfsaleWebsite - https://shineexecutivecoaching.com/Email - shannon@shineexecutivecoaching.com

Adi Kuruganti, Chief AI and Development Officer at Automation Anywhere, joins Amir to break down what it actually takes to build agents for the enterprise, not in theory, but in environments where complexity, governance, observability, and real business outcomes matter. This conversation gets into the part of enterprise AI that most people skip. Not just what agents can do, but what changes when you have to deploy them across regulated systems, measure performance in production, manage model drift, and rethink how product and engineering teams ship software. It is a smart look at where enterprise AI is going, and what technical leaders need to understand before the market catches up. What stood out• Enterprise agents are only as strong as their data, context, and deployment model. In large companies, that means dealing with hybrid environments, air gapped systems, privacy controls, and process level context, not just model quality. • AI is changing more than coding. Adi explains how his team is using AI across the full software development lifecycle, from spec creation and test generation to production event triage and release workflows. • The release process is shifting from periodic launches to continuous iteration. That puts more pressure on observability, because teams now have to track model behavior, latency, and runtime performance as features roll out. • Security can no longer sit off to the side. Prompt injection, shared tenant risk, and post production anomaly detection all require security teams to work much closer to AI and product teams. • Mass adoption is not just a technology problem. The tools are improving fast, but enterprises still need change management, clear use cases, internal operating models, and people who know how to make AI part of daily work. Timestamped Highlights00:00 Adi Kuruganti joins the show to unpack what enterprise agent development really looks like today, from deployment models to governance to observability. 02:07 Why enterprise agents are different. Adi explains why context, data control, and environment complexity matter more in large organizations. 04:57 How AI is reshaping the software development lifecycle. From code suggestions to automated tests to incident triage, AI is moving deeper into product delivery. 10:13 The old handoff model is breaking. Product, design, and engineering are starting to work in a much more fluid, AI assisted way. 12:22 What changes in release management when AI writes part of the code and teams ship continuously instead of waiting for big release cycles. 18:17 How enterprises should judge agent performance, from human review and exception handling to evals, runtime benchmarks, and model drift. 27:21 Adi on the real AI adoption curve, job disruption, and why the bigger shift is not replacement, but making AI part of how people actually work every day. A line worth sitting with“AI should be a core element of how they work.” Worth applying• If you are building with AI, evaluate more than accuracy. Cost, latency, and consistency matter too. • If you are leading teams, do not treat observability as a nice to have. Runtime visibility is part of the product now. • If you are thinking about adoption, start with a real business problem and scale from early wins instead of trying to automate everything at once. Follow the show for more conversations with the builders, operators, and technology leaders shaping how modern companies are actually being built.

Send us Fan MailYou planned it. You prepped it. You showed up. And it still went sideways.This week, Matt and Steve dig into one of recovery's most frustrating truths — doing the work doesn't guarantee the outcome you want. They unpack the slogan "plan the action, not the result" and why it's a lot easier to say than to actually live, especially when you're white-knuckling a presentation, making amends to someone who might unload on you, or trying to grow blueberries in the wrong soil for five years running.The conversation gets real about the difference between genuine effort and outcome obsession — and why confusing the two is a fast track to resentment, anxiety, and that specific kind of misery that comes from feeling like you did everything right and still got screwed.This one's for anyone who's ever beaten themselves up after a bad result they couldn't control. Which is probably all of us.Support the show

In this episode, Dana Lefkowitz from Lendoor shares insights on the evolving real estate financing landscape, emphasizing the importance of understanding debt structures, leveraging technology, and building strong lender-borrower relationships to succeed in today's market.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

On this episode of Vibe Check, Saeed and Zach break down the latest drama – from the political shake-up involving Kristi Noem and Pam Bondi's firing by Trump, to the bigger questions it raises. Then, they dive into Summer House chaos, unpacking Amanda allegedly dating West behind Ciara's back. Plus, they share their latest picks for “the vibes are on” and “the vibes are off.” ------------------------------------------------------ Saeed's Poem of the Week: “Powdered Wig” by Richie Hofmann You can find everything Vibe Check related at our official website, www.vibecheckpod.comWe want to hear from you! Email us at vibecheck@stitcher.com, and keep in touch with us on Instagram @vibecheck_pod.Get your Vibe Check merch at www.podswag.com/vibecheck.Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Vibe Check ad-free.Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What skills actually matter in technical careers now that the work is more digital, more automated, and more interconnected?Industrial employers are not asking schools to choose between hard skills and soft skills. They're asking for both, and they still need the hard skills to come first. At Bosch, Justin Allen sees that every day: teamwork, drive, and professionalism matter, but technical problems don't get solved unless people understand the systems, tools, and engineering underneath them.In this episode:The hard skills vs. soft skills debate: soft skills matter, but technical work can't get done without hard skillsAre digital skills now a soft skill?What employers really mean when they say they want drive, work ethic, and teamworkHow MAGMA has figured out how to successfully re-skill the current workforceHow technical careers are shifting from narrow expertise to systems thinking3 Big Takeaways from this Episode:1. Industrial employers still expect hard skills for all technical positions, not just "soft" or "employability" skills. Justin says it directly: while companies like Bosch value teamwork, drive, and professionalism, technical problems don't get solved unless people understand the systems, tools, and engineering behind the work. It's an important distinction for schools that hear employers talk about soft skills and assume the technical bar has somehow been lowered.2. Digital fluency is moving from specialized skill to baseline expectation. Justin argues that younger workers are already showing up comfortable with digital tools, automation, scripts, and AI, while many employers are still adjusting to how fast that shift is happening. In technical roles, that means software awareness and digitalization are becoming part of the expected skill stack.3. Schools and workforce programs need tighter alignment with industry's talent and skill needs. Justin shares how he's working directly with universities to help shape curriculum, evaluate where students are still missing key competencies, and bringing real engineering problems into capstone projects so learning stays connected to actual technical work. He also points to MAGMA and Michigan's workforce ecosystem as examples of how employers, public partners, and training providers can help incumbent workers build new skills, retrain for technical roles, and stay aligned with what industry needs now.Resources in this Episode:Learn more about Bosch: https://www.bosch.us/Learn more about MAGMA: https://miautomobility.org/More links & resources on the episode page: https://techedpodcast.com/allenWe want to hear from you! Send us a text.Instagram - Facebook - YouTube - TikTok - Twitter - LinkedIn

Farah Shirzadi helps restaurant brands grow through YouTube and digital content. Working at the intersection of hospitality and media, she focuses on turning storytelling into discovery, engagement, and real-world traffic. Watch now to learn how restaurants can win on YouTube, why content drives discovery, and what most operators still get wrong. Sponsored by: • TOAST - All-In-1 Restaurant POS: https://bit.ly/3vpeVsc Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us Fan MailDo you ever look at your teen or young adult and think, “I know you're smart. I know you're capable. So why do you seem so stuck?”In this episode, I'm talking directly to parents who are watching their teen or young adult struggle with motivation, confidence, decision-making, friendships, school, work, or taking the next step in life.So often, what looks like laziness, avoidance, or lack of motivation is really overwhelm, uncertainty, or not knowing themselves well enough yet.In this conversation, I share:Why self-awareness matters so much for teens and young adultsWhat may really be underneath procrastination, hesitation, and shutdownWhy a trusted adult outside the family can make such a differenceHow coaching can help young people understand themselves, manage emotions, and move forward with more confidenceI also talk about the relief parents feel when they do not have to carry this alone.If your teen or young adult needs help figuring themselves out, building confidence, and taking their next step, this episode is for you.To learn more about working with me, reach out here: ccoufal@cynthiacoufalcoaching.comSubscribe for more support for parents, teens, and young adults navigating anxiety, self-awareness, and life decisions.#ParentingTeens #YoungAdults #TeenCoaching   Struggling with anxiety in your family? If anxiety is causing tension, fights, or disconnect in your home, you don't have to face it alone. I help parents bring more peace, confidence, and connection to their families. Let's talk—schedule a free consultation today or email me: ccoufal@cynthiacoufalcoaching.com Find my podcastEmail me:  ccoufal@cynthiacoufalcoaching.comText me:  785-380-2064More information

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It's Easter weekend, and Billy and Lisa are getting ready for the holiday. They're discussing their Easter dinner plans, with Billy's cousin hosting and Billy's wife Michelle making a lamb. They also talk about the recent NASA mission to the Moon, which was delayed due to a clogged toilet. Billy shares his conspiracy theory that the Moon landing was faked, but Lisa is skeptical. The hosts also discuss various celebrity news, including Cardi B's visit to Boston and her preference for flying commercial over private jets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us Fan MailHe was about to quit. Then Microsoft called. Peter built a Slack bot called Howdy, got acquired by Microsoft, and came out the other side with a perspective on AI that most CEOs have never heard. He's not here to tell you AI will save your business. He's here to tell you why the way you're using it right now is probably making things worse.In this episode we cover:— Why automating a broken process just runs the problem faster— What actually happened when Microsoft acquired Howdy— Why most companies are integrating AI into the wrong things— How to know if your business is genuinely ready for AI— What CEOs need to understand before going AI-firstConnect with Peter:Website: https://www.toilville.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peterswimm/Connect with Hina:Website | https://thehinasiddiqui.comLinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/hinasiddiqui/Instagram | @hinawithwingsYouTube | @thehinasiddiquiEmail | hina@thehinasiddiqui.com00:00 Trailer01:36 Introduction — Peter's unconventional path from library to tech consulting01:51 Why starting a career in a library builds better consulting instincts05:47 Building automation before it was a buzzword07:10 AI and the philosophical question of what work actually means11:57 The Slack bot Howdy and how the Microsoft acquisition happened15:28 What changes inside a product after a tech giant acquires it20:44 Why most companies are automating the wrong problems23:38 How to know if your business is actually ready for AI27:07 What CEOs need to hear before going AI-first28:21 This or That — open source, augmentation, engineers vs product thinkers37:58 Peter's life as a movie39:30 Where to find Peter Production Credit: Edited and produced by @the32collective_ /https://www.the32collective.co/ 

Guest Amaroq Weiss is the Senior Wolf Advocate with the Center for Biological Diversity. A biologist and former attorney, she has worked on wolf recovery and conservation advocacy at the state and federal levels across the country for nearly 30 years. The Center for Biological Diversity is a national, nonprofit conservation organization with more than 1.8 million members and online activists dedicated to protecting endangered species and wild places. Summary This episode features Amaroq Weiss, senior wolf advocate for the Center for Biological Diversity, in a wide-ranging conversation about wolf conservation, public perception, and coexistence. Weiss traces her path from a childhood fascination with wildlife to a career blending science, law, and advocacy, shaped by influential books and mentorship. The discussion centers on the persistent vilification of wolves, rooted in cultural narratives imported from Europe and reinforced by modern media and political interests. Weiss argues that wolf hatred is largely learned—and therefore reversible—emphasizing that most Americans actually support wolf protections. She explains how wolves are often scapegoats for broader tensions around government regulation, while misconceptions about their behavior fuel fear. Ecologically, wolves function as keystone species, regulating prey populations, promoting biodiversity, and even helping control disease. Economically, they contribute to tourism and can reduce costly deer-vehicle collisions. To avoid conflicts with livestock and enable coexistence, Weiss outlines a range of effective non-lethal strategies—such as removing attractants, using guard animals, and modifying ranching practices. The episode also explores the ethical and intrinsic value of wolves, beyond their economic and ecological value. Weiss urges listeners to challenge misinformation, advocate for science-based policy, and recognize wolves as sentient beings with a right to exist. Ultimately, she frames conservation as a long-term, multi-generational effort requiring shifts in both mindset and behavior. The Essential Point The core of Amaroq's argument is that our conflict with wolves is less about the animals themselves and more about legacy beliefs and practices that can be changed through education, policy, and a willingness to coexist. Social Media & Referenced www.biologicaldiversity.org https://www.facebook.com/CenterforBioDiv https://waleslit.com/authors/amaroq-weiss/ Of Wolves and Men by Barry Lopez Wolf Wars by Hank Fisher Lone Wolf by Adam Weymouth 60 Minutes: The Wolves of Yellowstone

Ashley is hanging out with Trista Sutter at the iHeartRadio Music Awards and catching up on the latest news around The Bachelorette That Wasn’t: Taylor Frankie Paul. We find out who's claiming they DIDN'T leak the video footage TMZ got last week, and if TFP will ever get paid for her season. Plus, did you know Dakota was on reality TV before "Secret Lives of Mormon Wives"???See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we're talking about government shutdowns and the hypocrisy of Congress. Michael is calling out lawmakers for getting paid while federal workers go without. He's also discussing the recent "Champagne Socialist Spring Break" where a group of progressive activists, including Code Pink and Ezra Hershey, traveled to Cuba in style, staying in a five-star hotel while the rest of the country was in the dark. We'll dive into the details of this controversy and explore the disconnect between the actions of these activists and their claims of solidarity with the Cuban people.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.