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Episode Overview In this no-fluff strategy session, John Kitchens sits down with Joel Perso to break down the two most critical levers driving real estate success in 2025: recruiting and standards. While most teams are struggling in a tough market, others are breaking records—closing over 1,000 transactions and scaling at unprecedented speed. So what separates the two? John and Joel unpack the mindset, systems, and leadership principles that determine whether your team thrives or stalls. They dig deep into the real definition of agent productivity, why recruiting solves more problems than anything else, and how clear standards and accountability drive culture, growth, and profitability. If you lead a real estate team—or aspire to—this episode is your blueprint for building a business that performs no matter the market. What You'll Learn in This Episode The Real Definition of Agent Productivity Why agent count doesn't equal productivity How to define productivity around performance, not presence The key metrics that drive agent success Recruiting as the Ultimate Leverage Point Why top teams never stop recruiting—no matter the market How fresh talent raises performance across the entire organization Building a “lead generation system” for people, not just prospects How to recruit in small markets (even when the talent pool is thin) The Power of Standards Why “the only standards you have are the ones you enforce” Balancing accountability with culture and trust How to eliminate drag on your team and attract top performers Why A-players don't stick around when C-players are tolerated Leadership and Mindset in a Shifting Market Why fitness, discipline, and consistency amplify leadership performance How mindset determines team culture and output The difference between leading a team and dragging one When to coach, when to correct, and when to cut Activity, Skill, and Results The two controllables that separate high-performing teams from average ones How to raise conversion rates across every stage of your sales funnel Why every productive agent masters conversations, follow-up, and negotiation How to build standards around both activity and results The Recruiting–Standards Feedback Loop Why great recruiting empowers tougher standards How culture self-polices when the right players are in the room Why maintaining standards is the foundation for scale Resources & Mentions JohnKitchens.coach – Executive coaching and team strategy resources Agent to CEO 2024 – Leadership and productivity event for top agents Simple Numbers, Straight Talk, Big Profits! by Greg Crabtree The Culture Code by Daniel Coyle The Strangest Secret by Earl Nightingale Working Genius by Patrick Lencioni Final Takeaway If you want to build a thriving team, it's not about adding more leads—it's about raising standards and recruiting better talent. “If you're not recruiting, you're not growing. And if you're not enforcing standards, you're not leading.” - Joel Perso Connect with Us: Instagram:  LinkedIn:  Facebook:    If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe and leave a review. Stay tuned for more insights and strategies from the top minds. See you next time!

  In this week's episode of Straight Talk with Sally, we're getting real about what happens after a live launch. Fresh off the back of her most recent Hidden Client Challenge, Sally shares a completely transparent breakdown of what worked, what didn't, and what's next. She opens up about missing her $100K goal—and why she's perfectly okay with it—while walking listeners through the lessons behind a $5,000 ad spend that generated over $53,000 in revenue. From delayed ad testing to Facebook form hiccups, Sally pulls back the curtain on the messy middle of launching and reminds us that it's all about testing, measuring, and tweaking for the next round. She explains how using a drip account can protect your cash flow, why lead quality matters more than quantity, and how tracking “sexy numbers” like cost-per-lead, cost-per-acquisition, and Facebook-group conversions gives you the data you need to grow with confidence. As always, Sally keeps it candid—sharing the highs of 10x ROI alongside the hard truths about scaling responsibly. She also highlights the power of community, celebrating participants who went live for the first time and even joined her program after conquering their fear of video. If you've ever launched something—or thought about it—this episode is for you. It's a masterclass in making data-driven decisions, staying grounded through the ups and downs, and remembering that every launch is a learning curve. Tune in to hear the honest numbers, the behind-the-scenes stories, and Sally's roadmap for repeating success.   tay Connected & Get Exclusive Access: Join the Private OmniSAM Community: omnisam.com.au/gsdgroup Facebook Group: gsdfb.omnisam.com.au Follow on Facebook: facebook.com/sallysparkscousins Watch the Live Stream & Subscribe for More Updates: OmniSAM YouTube: youtube.com/@omnisamsoftware Sally Sparks-Cousins YouTube: youtube.com/@sallysparkscousins  

Here are common questions teenagers ask about drugs and alcohol, along with thoughtful, honest, and age-appropriate answers — especially for parents who may have experimented themselves in early adulthood. Straight Talk with the Pushy Broad from the Bronx!

Here are common questions teenagers ask about drugs and alcohol, along with thoughtful, honest, and age-appropriate answers — especially for parents who may have experimented themselves in early adulthood. Straight Talk with the Pushy Broad from the Bronx!

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Romans 10:1–21 While Romans 9 focuses on the sovereignty of God, Romans 10 emphasizes our freedom to accept or reject God's offer. Tune in to hear Pastor Chuck Swindoll discuss the need for faith and our responsibility to share the gospel with others. Because it is offered to all, people are responsible to respond. If you believe, share it with others and pray. If you don't believe, respond to the truth. Leave the rest up to God!

Romans 10:1-21 / October 17-20, 2025 Tune in to hear Pastor Chuck Swindoll discuss the need for faith and our responsibility to share the Gospel with others. From the Series: Romans: The Christian's Constitution read more

While Romans 9 focuses on the sovereignty of God, Romans 10 emphasises our freedom to accept or reject God's offer. Tune in to hear Pastor Chuck Swindoll discuss the need for faith and our responsibility to share the gospel with others. Because it is offered to all, people are responsible to respond. If you believe, share it with others and pray. If you don't believe, respond to the truth. Leave the rest up to God!

While Romans 9 focuses on the sovereignty of God, Romans 10 emphasizes our freedom to accept or reject God's offer.Tune in to hear Pastor Chuck Swindoll discuss the need for faith and our responsibility to share the gospel with others.Because it is offered to all, people are responsible to respond. If you believe, share it with others and pray. If you don't believe, respond to the truth. Leave the rest up to God! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29

Ratnaprabha takes us through this great, but short, Buddhist text, using his own re-rendering, and inspired by Han Shan's commentary. This talk was given at West London Buddhist Centre, 2012. *** Help us keep FBA Podcasts free for everyone! Donate now: https://freebuddhistaudio.com/donate Subscribe to our Free Buddhist Audio podcast: A full, curated, quality Dharma talk, every week. Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dharmabytes-from-free-buddhist-audio/id416832097 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UHPDj01UH6ptj8FObwBfB YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FreeBuddhistAudio1967

Romans 10:1–21 While Romans 9 focuses on the sovereignty of God, Romans 10 emphasizes our freedom to accept or reject God's offer. Tune in to hear Pastor Chuck Swindoll discuss the need for faith and our responsibility to share the gospel with others. Because it is offered to all, people are responsible to respond. If you believe, share it with others and pray. If you don't believe, respond to the truth. Leave the rest up to God!

Romans 10:1-21 / October 17-20, 2025 Tune in to hear Pastor Chuck Swindoll discuss the need for faith and our responsibility to share the Gospel with others. From the Series: Romans: The Christian's Constitution read more

Romans 10:1-21 / October 17-20, 2025 Tune in to hear Pastor Chuck Swindoll discuss the need for faith and our responsibility to share the Gospel with others. From the Series: Romans: The Christian's Constitution read more

Episode Overview In this episode of The John Kitchens Coach Podcast, John Kitchens sits down with Ryan Smith for an honest and powerful conversation on leadership, mindset, and faith in real estate. From navigating a tough market and having hard client conversations, to leading with integrity, core values, and purpose, Ryan shares the timeless principles that help his team thrive—no matter the conditions. This is more than a real estate conversation; it's a masterclass in faith-based leadership, culture building, and personal alignment. If you've been feeling the tension between growth and gratitude, business and balance, this episode will remind you what really matters and how to lead from the inside out. What You'll Learn in This Episode Mindset in a Shifting Market Why your mindset determines your altitude, not the market conditions. How to stay proactive when transactions slow and uncertainty rises. Why fundamentals and skill mastery always win over hype and panic. Having Hard Conversations with Clients How to bring clients back into what Ryan calls the “Circle of Reality.” Why early expectation-setting prevents frustration later in the process. When to walk away from clients—and how honesty always builds trust long-term. Leadership, Team Culture & Core Values The power of hiring based on values, not production alone. Why culture is just a collection of your people—and how one wrong fit can shift everything. The “gardener” analogy: pruning your team for health and growth. Faith, Family & Focus How Ryan structures his business around his faith and family priorities. Why excellence in business flows from spiritual and personal alignment. Balancing ambition with purpose: redefining success beyond production numbers. Mindset, Storytelling & Self-Leadership The “Story Model” for self-awareness: how your internal narrative shapes your results. Why agents must master mindset before strategy. How to create a culture where team members can call each other out with truth and trust. Opportunities in Today's Market Why honesty and excellence set you apart when others take shortcuts. The shrinking competition and growing chance to win listings and market share. The power of attraction through doing the right thing—consistently. Resources & Mentions JohnKitchens.coach – Executive coaching for growth-minded agents The Culture Code by Daniel Coyle Working Genius by Patrick Lencioni The Strangest Secret by Earl Nightingale Simple Numbers, Straight Talk, Big Profits! by Greg Crabtree The Bible, Matthew 7:24–27 – Building your foundation on the rock Final Takeaway True leadership isn't about selling more homes—it's about building your business on character, consistency, and conviction. As Ryan puts it: “All I can do is the next right thing. Do it over and over, and that's what leads to your breakthrough.” Connect with Us: Instagram:  LinkedIn:  Facebook:    If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe and leave a review. Stay tuned for more insights and strategies from the top minds. See you next time!

While Romans 9 focuses on the sovereignty of God, Romans 10 emphasises our freedom to accept or reject God's offer. Tune in to hear Pastor Chuck Swindoll discuss the need for faith and our responsibility to share the gospel with others. Because it is offered to all, people are responsible to respond. If you believe, share it with others and pray. If you don't believe, respond to the truth. Leave the rest up to God!

While Romans 9 focuses on the sovereignty of God, Romans 10 emphasizes our freedom to accept or reject God's offer.Tune in to hear Pastor Chuck Swindoll discuss the need for faith and our responsibility to share the gospel with others.Because it is offered to all, people are responsible to respond. If you believe, share it with others and pray. If you don't believe, respond to the truth. Leave the rest up to God! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29

Romans 9:1–33 Although sometimes challenging to understand, sound theology remains vital for navigating the Christian life. It's like true north on a compass, showing us the right direction and helping us correct our heading when we drift off course. Examine Romans 9 with Pastor Chuck Swindoll to understand four great truths on predestination. Reflect on God's sovereign choice and irresistible grace. Discover how predestination points to the perfect character of God and His consistent plan.

Romans 9:1-33 / October 15-16, 2025 Examine Romans 9 with Pastor Chuck Swindoll to understand four great truths on predestination. Reflect on God's sovereign choice and irresistible grace. From the Series: Romans: The Christian's Constitution read more

Although sometimes challenging to understand, sound theology remains vital for navigating the Christian life. It's like true north on a compass, showing us the right direction and helping us correct our heading when we drift off course.Examine Romans 9 with Pastor Chuck Swindoll to understand four great truths on predestination. Reflect on God's sovereign choice and irresistible grace. Discover how predestination points to the perfect character of God and His consistent plan.

Although sometimes challenging to understand, sound theology remains vital for navigating the Christian life. It's like true north on a compass, showing us the right direction and helping us correct our heading when we drift off course.Examine Romans 9 with Pastor Chuck Swindoll to understand four great truths on predestination. Reflect on God's sovereign choice and irresistible grace.Discover how predestination points to the perfect character of God and His consistent plan. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29

Romans 9:1–33 Although sometimes challenging to understand, sound theology remains vital for navigating the Christian life. It's like true north on a compass, showing us the right direction and helping us correct our heading when we drift off course. Examine Romans 9 with Pastor Chuck Swindoll to understand four great truths on predestination. Reflect on God's sovereign choice and irresistible grace. Discover how predestination points to the perfect character of God and His consistent plan.

Practical dos and don'ts for Christian singles who want to date appropriately To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1213/29

Romans 9:1-33 / October 15-16, 2025 Examine Romans 9 with Pastor Chuck Swindoll to understand four great truths on predestination. Reflect on God's sovereign choice and irresistible grace. From the Series: Romans: The Christian's Constitution read more

Romans 9:1-33 / October 15-16, 2025 Examine Romans 9 with Pastor Chuck Swindoll to understand four great truths on predestination. Reflect on God's sovereign choice and irresistible grace. From the Series: Romans: The Christian's Constitution read more

Episode Overview:  In this episode of The John Kitchens Coach Podcast, John Kitchens and Joel Perso unpack what it really takes to scale your real estate business and eventually step out of production—without losing control, clarity, or cash flow. From AI-powered leadership and communication to strategic planning and financial modeling, this conversation breaks down the mindset and systems behind building a business that serves your life, not the other way around. Whether you're a solo agent working toward your first million or a team leader looking to escape production, this episode delivers a playbook for scaling with strategy, clarity, and confidence.     What You'll Learn in This Episode The AI-Driven Leader Why AI should amplify your leadership—not replace it. How to prompt AI to challenge your thinking instead of feeding your bias. The key difference between AI-assisted leadership and AI-dependent leadership. Strategic Planning: Escaping the Drift Why every agent and team needs a repeatable planning process. How to build clarity into your vision, model, and execution. The “Agent to CEO Framework” — a proven structure for thinking like a CEO. Escaping Production the Right Way The three pillars of stepping out of production: Strategic planning to prevent drift. Repeatable value propositions for buyers, sellers, and agents. A clear financial model that supports your next move. Why most leaders fail at stepping out—and how to forecast before you leap. The Power of Data, Discipline, and Margins Why market-based wages are the foundation of sustainable growth. The financial traps that keep leaders stuck in production. How to leverage your real estate business as a wealth engine for investments. Mindset, Leadership, and Opportunity Why clarity and vision come before every major decision. The mindset shift from chasing transactions to building opportunities. How top agents are turning their teams into vehicles for financial freedom.     Resources & Mentions JohnKitchens.coach – Executive Coaching for agents ready to scale like CEOs The Agent to CEO Framework – Proven path from production to leadership Simple Numbers, Straight Talk, Big Profits! by Greg Crabtree The Working Genius by Patrick Lencioni The Culture Code by Daniel Coyle The Strangest Secret by Earl Nightingale     Final Takeaway Building a business that gives you freedom isn't about hustling harder—it's about leading smarter. Strategic planning, financial clarity, and the right systems turn production into profit and chaos into control. And as Joel Perso reminds us: “The essence of strategy isn't what you do—it's what you decide not to do.”   Connect with Us: Instagram:  LinkedIn:  Facebook:    If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe and leave a review. Stay tuned for more insights and strategies from the top minds. See you next time!

Although sometimes challenging to understand, sound theology remains vital for navigating the Christian life. It's like true north on a compass, showing us the right direction and helping us correct our heading when we drift off course.Examine Romans 9 with Pastor Chuck Swindoll to understand four great truths on predestination. Reflect on God's sovereign choice and irresistible grace. Discover how predestination points to the perfect character of God and His consistent plan.

Although sometimes challenging to understand, sound theology remains vital for navigating the Christian life. It's like true north on a compass, showing us the right direction and helping us correct our heading when we drift off course.Examine Romans 9 with Pastor Chuck Swindoll to understand four great truths on predestination. Reflect on God's sovereign choice and irresistible grace.Discover how predestination points to the perfect character of God and His consistent plan. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29

Practical dos and don'ts for Christian singles who want to date appropriately To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1213/29

Words matter — maybe more than we think. Be reminded how the words we speak can shape hearts, relationships, and even our faith.

In the first rendition of Peter Martin's Straight Talk of the season we are delighted to be joined by Everton Manager David Moyes. Moyes gives excellent insight into his career as a player and manager, detailing the pressures, the highs and the lows of the job. He looks back on West Ham's Conference Cup final win, two stints at Everton and much much more...

There's a lot to talk about when it comes to bullying and it is complex. Bullies follow a predictable pattern of behavior and understanding bullies is the best way to protect yourself. In this case knowledge is power.In this episode you'll hear what it means to be involved with a bully, what they look like and what the best strategy is for dealing with one. Are you ready for some straight talk about bullies?Check out this other episode also: Bullies at WorkLearn more about Sunsama!Support the showSunsama free trial: https://try.sunsama.com/xi4blkokndgk RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY with more than 1,000,000 downloads! If you are an autistic person who has written a book about autism or if you have a guest suggestion email me at info@theautisticwoman.com. InstagramKo-fi, PayPal, PatreonLinktreeEmail: info@theautisticwoman.comWebsite

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This week, we take you behind the scenes of one of Jonathan Jay's exclusive Zoom coffee mornings — a live, unscripted Q&A session where aspiring business buyers put their real-world questions directly to one of the UK's most experienced dealmakers. No slides. No fluff. Just straight-talking, practical answers from Jonathan on everything from company structure and personal guarantees to due diligence, PGs, investor myths, tax efficiency, and how to avoid wasting months of your life chasing the wrong advice. Highlights include: ✅ Do you need a Board of Directors? (Spoiler: probably not) ✅ The 3 essentials to protect yourself in a deal: Structure, no PGs, and due diligence ✅ The truth about “cash-free, debt-free” sales ✅ Why most sellers have never heard of these terms — and why that helps you ✅ Should you integrate or isolate a newly acquired business? ✅ How long should deferred payments last — and what's changed post-Covid? ✅ What to do when a seller refuses to show financials ✅ How to break the “motivated buyer” mindset and regain leverage ✅ Can you really buy a business in the UK as a foreign national? (Yes — and here's how) Jonathan also shares powerful real-world stories from Mastermind clients — including a primary school teacher who closed a £1M profit deal in a new industry — proving that background and credentials matter less than mindset and method. Thinking of Buying a Business? If you've been listening to the podcast, watching the YouTube videos, and reading the books — but still feel stuck on what to do next — it's time to move forward. Book your free Clarity Call now: Get personalised advice and find the right path for your goals — whether that's Deal Club, the Foundation Programme, or the full Mastermind experience. → dealmakers.co.uk/clarity Don't forget your FREE Business Buying Toolkit: Packed with cheat sheets, templates and video training to help you find, fund and close your next deal. → dealmakerspodcast.co.uk Want to meet Jonathan in person? New dates for the Business-Buying Foundation Programme and Deal Club Live events are now live. → dealmakers.co.uk/foundation → dealmakers.co.uk/deal-club-live-events Listen now: Business Buying Strategies Podcast Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms.

pWotD Episode 3081: Dolly Parton Welcome to popular Wiki of the Day, spotlighting Wikipedia's most visited pages, giving you a peek into what the world is curious about today.With 180,539 views on Wednesday, 8 October 2025 our article of the day is Dolly Parton.Dolly Rebecca Parton (born January 19, 1946) is an American singer, songwriter, actress, philanthropist, and businesswoman. After achieving success as a songwriter for other artists, Parton's debut album, Hello, I'm Dolly, was released in 1967, commencing a career spanning 60 years and 50 studio albums. Referred to as the "Queen of Country", Parton is one of the most-honored female country performers of all time and has received various accolades, including eleven Grammy Awards and three Emmy Awards, as well as nominations for two Academy Awards, six Golden Globe Awards, and a Tony Award. Parton has sold more than 100 million records worldwide, making her one of the best-selling music artists of all time. Her music includes Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA)-certified gold, platinum and multi-platinum awards. She has had 25 singles reach No. 1 on the Billboard country music charts, a record for a female artist (tied with Reba McEntire). She has 44 career Top 10 country albums, a record for any artist and she has 110 career-charted singles over the past 40 years. Her forty-ninth solo studio album, Rockstar (2023), became her highest-charting Billboard 200 album, peaking at number three. Parton has composed over 3,000 songs, including "I Will Always Love You" (a two-time U. S. country chart-topper and an international hit for Whitney Houston), "Jolene", "Coat of Many Colors" and "9 to 5". As an actress, she has starred in the films 9 to 5 (1980) and The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas (1982), for each of which she earned Best Actress Golden Globe nominations, as well as Rhinestone (1984), Steel Magnolias (1989), Straight Talk (1992), and Joyful Noise (2012). Parton is one of the few performers to receive at least one competitive nomination for each EGOT award (Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony). With her Grammy and Emmy wins, along with her non-competitive Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award (an honorary Oscar), she is only a Tony Award away from achieving EGOT status. She was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 1984, the National Medal of Arts in 2004, the Kennedy Center Honors in 2006, the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 2011 and the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award in 2025. In 1986, Parton was inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame. In 2021, she was included on the Time 100, Time's annual list of the 100 most influential people in the world. She was ranked at No. 27 on Rolling Stone's 2023 list of the 200 Greatest Singers of All Time.Outside of her work in the music and film industries, Parton co-owns The Dollywood Company, which manages a number of entertainment venues including the Dollywood theme park, the Splash Country water park and a number of dinner theater venues such as The Dolly Parton Stampede and Pirates Voyage. She has founded a number of charitable and philanthropic organizations, chief among them being the Dollywood Foundation, who manage a number of projects to bring education and poverty relief to East Tennessee, where she was raised.This recording reflects the Wikipedia text as of 02:44 UTC on Thursday, 9 October 2025.For the full current version of the article, see Dolly Parton on Wikipedia.This podcast uses content from Wikipedia under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License.Visit our archives at wikioftheday.com and subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Follow us on Bluesky at @wikioftheday.com.Also check out Curmudgeon's Corner, a current events podcast.Until next time, I'm neural Kimberly.

Are you a grandparent raising grandchildren who have experienced trauma, struggling to break cycles of silence and create an emotionally healthy home? Do you worry about how your own childhood wounds impact your family's well-being? Are you searching for real-world strategies to help your grandchildren heal in a world that feels very different from the one you grew up in?I'm Laura Brazan, host of 'Grandparents Raising Grandchildren: Nurturing Through Adversity.' In this episode, “Straight Talk with Love – Addressing Childhood Trauma,” we sit down with licensed professional counselor and trauma survivor Stacy Schaffer, author of With Love from a Children's Therapist. Together, we dive into the transformative power of play, storytelling, and authentic connection as tools to address trauma and foster intergenerational healing. You'll hear candid stories of resilience, practical conversation starters for building trust, and expert insights on tackling shame, stigma, and the emotional complexities that grandparents and kinship caregivers face. If you want to learn how to recognize hidden pain beneath “shiny” behavior and create a foundation of safety and understanding for the children in your care, this episode is for you. To read more about Stacy and her work, please visit her website.Join our supportive community as we honor your journey, break the silence around childhood trauma, and discover hopeful new ways to nurture your family.Send us a textThis week, we talk to Cheri, a grandmother who is living that nightmare and has decided to fight back. She shares her story of turning profound grief into a powerful movement to change the laws for grandparents rights. This is a must-listen episode about a silent epidemic and how you can join the fight to protect the sacred bond between grandparents and their grandchildren. I love getting your fan mail. Here's one who recently rote in.Thank you for tuning into today's episode. It's been a journey of shared stories, insights, and invaluable advice from the heart of a community that knows the beauty and challenges of raising grandchildren. Your presence and engagement mean the world to us and to grandparents everywhere stepping up in ways they never imagined. Remember, you're not alone on this journey. For more resources, support, and stories, visit our website and follow us on our social media channels. If today's episode moved you, consider sharing it with someone who might find comfort and connection in our shared experiences. We look forward to bringing more stories and expert advice your way next week. Until then, take care of yourselves and each other.Want to be a guest on Grandparents Raising Grandchildren: Nurturing Through Adversity? Send Laura Brazan a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/grgLiked this episode? Share it and tag us on Facebook @GrandparentsRaisingGrandchilden Love the show? Leave a review and let us know! CONNECT WITH US: Website | Facebook

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Clark Lunt joins The REI Agent Podcast to reveal how patience, purpose, and simple action can turn ordinary investing into an extraordinary life of wealth, health, and happiness through focused mindset and balance.See full article: https://www.unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/build-wealth-health-and-amazing-happiness-with-clark-lunt/(00:00) - Introduction to The REI Agent Podcast(00:03) - Welcoming Guest Clark Lunt(00:25) - Clark's Journey from Sales Career to Real Estate Investing(01:58) - The Mindset Shift: From Passive Income to Active Pursuit(04:07) - Discovering the HomeVestors Franchise Model(05:23) - How the Franchise Helped Fund and Mentor New Investors(05:47) - The Transition from Buy and Hold to Flipping(07:31) - Clark's Straight Talk on Overcomplicating Investing(09:24) - Mattias' Warning About Subject-To Deals(10:57) - Clark's Perspective on Sub-To Pitfalls and False Promises(12:39) - The Power of House Hacking for Beginners(14:30) - Clark's Roommate Strategy to Build Wealth in His 20s(15:45) - Using HELOCs to Accelerate Your Growth(17:47) - The Myth of Passive Income and the Drive to Keep Growing(20:30) - Why You Can't Hit a Home Run from the Dugout(23:45) - Leveraging Equity to Fund Bigger Opportunities(24:56) - Mattias' Example of Refinancing for College and Cashflow Flexibility(27:00) - Clark's 2006 Crash Story and the Power of Holding Long-Term(28:14) - Balancing Ambition with Quality of Life(29:25) - Why Health, Relationships, and Happiness Matter Most(30:57) - Midlife Reflection: The Shot Clock is Running(31:05) - Golden Nuggets for 2025: “Who, Not How”(32:57) - Auditing Your Circle and Buying Your Mentorship(33:33) - Clark's Recommended Books: The Go-Giver and How to Win Friends and Influence People(35:07) - Where to Find Clark Lunt and His Podcast Burn Your Boats Wealth(36:03) - Final Thoughts and Closing Remarks(36:12) - Outro: Subscribe and Visit REIAgent.comContact Clark Lunthttps://www.facebook.com/clarklunt/https://www.instagram.com/useriousclark23/If Clark's story inspired you to start taking action toward your own version of freedom, remember that small steps create massive change. For more powerful insights, visit https://reiagent.com

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Dolly Rebecca Parton grew up in extreme poverty in Appalachian Tennessee, and over the course of a legendary 60-year-and-counting career, would become one of the most important artists in country music. A singer, a songwriter, an actor, a producer, an entrepreneur, and a philanthropist, Dolly has basically done it all – and she's done it all better than almost anyone. Dolly has released 50 albums, and more than 200 singles, dating back to 1959's “Puppy Love” to 2025's “If You Hadn't Been There.” So join the Great Pop Culture Debate as we pay tribute to a genuine American icon as we attempt to name the Best Dolly Parton Single. Songs discussed: “Jolene,” “My Tennessee Mountain Home,” “Two Doors Down,” “Why'd You Come In Here Lookin' Like That,” “Baby I'm Burnin',” “Islands in the Stream,” “I Will Always Love You,” “Backwoods Barbie,” “9 to 5,” “Straight Talk,” “Eagle When She Flies,” “Hard Candy Christmas,” “Here You Come Again,” “Joshua,” “Light of a Clear Blue Morning,” “Coat of Many Colors” Join host Eric Rezsnyak, GPCD panelists Curtis Creekmore and Jonny Minogue, and special guest Kevin Rice as they discuss 16 of Dolly's most beloved singles. Play along at home by finding the listener bracket here. Make a copy for yourself, fill it out, and see if your picks match up with ours! For the warm-up to this episode, in which we discuss even more Dolly songs we love that didn't make the bracket, become a Patreon supporter of the podcast today. Looking for more reasons to become a Patreon supporter? Check out our Top 10 Patreon Perks. Want to watch the episode instead? As of Season 12, we now have full video episodes up on YouTube. Subscribe to our channel for even more original, exclusive episodes! Sign up for our weekly newsletter! Subscribe to find out what's new in pop culture each week right in your inbox! Vote in more pop culture polls! Check out our Open Polls. Your votes determine our future debates! Then, vote in our Future Topic Polls to have a say in what episodes we tackle next. Episode Credits Host: Eric Rezsnyak Panelist: Curtis Creekmore, Jonny Minogue Special Guest: Kevin Rice Producer: Derek Mekita Editor: Bob Erlenback Theme Music: “Dance to My Tune” by Marc Torch IG: https://www.instagram.com/greatpopculturedebate/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/gpcd.bsky.social Website: https://www.greatpopculturedebate.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/greatpopculturedebate #dollyparton #dolly #countrymusic #music #dollywood #iwillalwaysloveyou #9to5 #jolene #hereyoucomeagain #twodoorsdown #backwoodsbarbie #straighttalk #joshua #islandsinthestream #coatofmanycolors #hardcandychristmas #babyimburnin #tennessee #grandoleopry #popculture #podcast #popculture #debate #bestof #podcasts #music #movies #film #books #comics #television #tv #lgbtq #lgbt #nostalgia #geek #nerd #culture #greatest Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this out-of-the-box episode of The Curious Builder Podcast, Mark sits down with Chief Todd Milburn of Edina to talk jobsite theft, neighborhood safety, and what builders and homeowners should really be thinking about when it comes to security. They dive into public safety tech (like license plate readers), the rise of crime-of-opportunity, and how the police force recruits like a modern business. Come for the garage door break-ins, stay for the chipmunk invasion and Faraday cage jokes. Support the show - https://www.curiousbuilderpodcast.com/shop See our upcoming live events - https://www.curiousbuilderpodcast.com/events The host of the Curious Builder Podcast is Mark D. Williams, the founder of Mark D. Williams Custom Homes Inc. They are an award-winning Twin Cities-based home builder, creating quality custom homes and remodels — one-of-a-kind dream homes of all styles and scopes. Whether you're looking to reimagine your current space or start fresh with a new construction, we build homes that reflect how you live your everyday life. Sponsors for the Episode:  Pella Website: https://www.pella.com/ppc/professionals/why-wood/  Contractor Coalition Summit: Website: https://www.contractorscoalitionsummit.com/ Adaptive  Website: https://referrals.adaptive.build/u8Gkiaev  Where to find the Guest:  Website: www.edinamn.gov/274/Police Where to find the Host:  Website - https://www.mdwilliamshomes.com/  Podcast Website - https://www.curiousbuilderpodcast.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/markdwilliams_customhomes/  Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/MarkDWilliamsCustomHomesInc/  LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-williams-968a3420/  Houzz - https://www.houzz.com/pro/markdwilliamscustomhomes/mark-d-williams-custom-homes-inc

On this raw, uncut and unedited episode short, of Straight Talk, Renaldo chats with Randy and Phil about Free Speech and the Return of Jimmy Kimmel on ABC.Subscribe to The Neoliberal Round Podcast https://anchor.fm/theneoliberal A Production of The Neoliberal Corporation theneoliberal.com

Few California wineries can match Opus One for global prestige. A famous partnership between Napa's Robert Mondavi and Bordeaux's Baron Philippe de Rothschild, the winery is still making elite Cabernets long after its founders' passing, thanks in large part to one man whose name you might not know: Michael Silacci.Silacci has guided Opus One for more than two decades, and his résumé lists a Who's Who of winemaking legends, from André Tchelistcheff to Warren Winiarski to Denis Dubourdieu. He joined host James Molesworth in our Napa studio to talk about his life in wine on the newest episode of Wine Spectator's Straight Talk podcast.And don't forget, there's always more free content at WineSpectator.com!• 2025 Wine Spectator New York Wine Experience Tickets & Info• James Molesworth's Notes on Tasting: Opus One's Old World Approach• Opus One Wine Scores and Tasting Notes• Meghan Zobeck Joins Opus One• Latest News and Headlines• Ask Dr. Vinny• Sign up for Wine Spectator's free email newsletters• Subscribe to Wine SpectatorA podcast from Wine SpectatorMarvin R. Shanken, Editor and PublisherHost: James MolesworthDirector: Robert TaylorProducer: Gabriela SaldiviaGuest: Michael SilacciAssistant producer, Napa: Elizabeth Redmayne-Titley Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Max rants about St. Louis still acting like it's O'Hare, but enjoys the accomodations. The mailbag covers creative GA commuting strategies and whether backcountry camping flights belong on a professional resume. Ted calls in on his drive home from the airport to share some bidding tips. Flight Advice closes with a skydiver pilot wondering if it's time to trade jumpers for smokejumpers with the USFS—and what that career path really looks like. Show Notes 0:00 Intro 5:19 Max's Musings 13:24 Reviews & Comments 16:40 Mailbag 31:18 Straight Talk with Ted 45:41 Flight Advice Our Sponsors Tim Pope, CFP® — Tim is both a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ and a pilot. His practice specializes in aviation professionals and aviation 401k plans, helping clients pursue their financial goals by defining them, optimizing resources, and monitoring progress. Click here to learn more. Also check out The Pilot's Portfolio Podcast. Advanced Aircrew Academy — Enables flight operations to fulfill their training needs in the most efficient and affordable way—anywhere, at any time. They provide high-quality training for professional pilots, flight attendants, flight coordinators, maintenance, and line service teams, all delivered via a world-class online system. Click here to learn more. Raven Careers — Helping your career take flight. Raven Careers supports professional pilots with resume prep, interview strategy, and long-term career planning. Whether you're a CFI eyeing your first regional, a captain debating your upgrade path, or a legacy hopeful refining your application, their one-on-one coaching and insider knowledge give you a real advantage. Click here to learn more. The AirComp Calculator™ is business aviation's only online compensation analysis system. It can provide precise compensation ranges for 14 business aviation positions in six aircraft classes at over 50 locations throughout the United States in seconds. Click here to learn more. Vaerus Jet Sales — Vaerus means right, true, and real. Buy or sell an aircraft the right way, with a true partner to make your dream of flight real. Connect with Brooks at Vaerus Jet Sales or learn more about their DC-3 Referral Program. Harvey Watt — Offers the only true Loss of Medical License Insurance available to individuals and small groups. Because Harvey Watt manages most airlines' plans, they can assist you in identifying the right coverage to supplement your airline's plan. Many buy coverage to supplement the loss of retirement benefits while grounded. Click here to learn more. VSL ACE Guide — Your all-in-one pilot training resource. Includes the most up-to-date Airman Certification Standards (ACS) and Practical Test Standards (PTS) for Private, Instrument, Commercial, ATP, CFI, and CFII. 21.Five listeners get a discount on the guide—click here to learn more. ProPilotWorld.com — The premier information and networking resource for professional pilots. Click here to learn more.     Feedback & Contact Have feedback, suggestions, or a great aviation story to share? Email us at info@21fivepodcast.com. Check out our Instagram feed @21FivePodcast for more great content (and our collection of aviation license plates). The statements made in this show are our own opinions and do not reflect, nor were they under any direction of any of our employers.

Existing portrayals of women who drink typically fall into two categories: disturbing stories of women hitting “rock bottom,” resulting in ruined careers, families, and futures, or amusing stories of fun and harmless “girls' nights out,” with women drinking and overindulging as a temporary escape from a never-ending list of work and family demands. Drawing on original research and extensive interviews with a diverse group of women, author Susan Stewart challenges these stereotypes, revealing women's complex relationships with alcohol and factors associated with its use. In On the Rocks: Straight Talk about Women and Drinking (Rowman & Littlefield, 2022), Susan Stewart asks a question others might prefer stay buried: what about women's lives have changed such that they drink more alcohol? Stewart's participants share stories of the many social forces that encourage women to drink: increased marketing of alcohol to women, the growing presence of alcohol in the workplace, pressure to drink from friends and family, and that drinking provides an easy “time-out” from children and housework. Stewarts' unvarnished examination of women and drinking challenges readers to think through its implications to individuals, families, and society. Michael O. Johnston, Ph.D. is a Assistant Professor of Sociology at William Penn University. He is the author of The Social Construction of a Cultural Spectacle: Floatzilla (Lexington Books, 2023) and Community Media Representations of Place and Identity at Tug Fest: Reconstructing the Mississippi River (Lexington Books, 2022). His general area of study is at the intersection of space, behavior, and identity. He is currently conducting research about: escape rooms, the use of urban design in downtown historical neighborhoods of rural communities, and a study on belongingness in college and university. To learn more about Michael O. Johnston you can go to his personal website, Google Scholar, Bluesky (@professorjohnst.bsky.social), Twitter (@ProfessorJohnst), or by email. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Existing portrayals of women who drink typically fall into two categories: disturbing stories of women hitting “rock bottom,” resulting in ruined careers, families, and futures, or amusing stories of fun and harmless “girls' nights out,” with women drinking and overindulging as a temporary escape from a never-ending list of work and family demands. Drawing on original research and extensive interviews with a diverse group of women, author Susan Stewart challenges these stereotypes, revealing women's complex relationships with alcohol and factors associated with its use. In On the Rocks: Straight Talk about Women and Drinking (Rowman & Littlefield, 2022), Susan Stewart asks a question others might prefer stay buried: what about women's lives have changed such that they drink more alcohol? Stewart's participants share stories of the many social forces that encourage women to drink: increased marketing of alcohol to women, the growing presence of alcohol in the workplace, pressure to drink from friends and family, and that drinking provides an easy “time-out” from children and housework. Stewarts' unvarnished examination of women and drinking challenges readers to think through its implications to individuals, families, and society. Michael O. Johnston, Ph.D. is a Assistant Professor of Sociology at William Penn University. He is the author of The Social Construction of a Cultural Spectacle: Floatzilla (Lexington Books, 2023) and Community Media Representations of Place and Identity at Tug Fest: Reconstructing the Mississippi River (Lexington Books, 2022). His general area of study is at the intersection of space, behavior, and identity. He is currently conducting research about: escape rooms, the use of urban design in downtown historical neighborhoods of rural communities, and a study on belongingness in college and university. To learn more about Michael O. Johnston you can go to his personal website, Google Scholar, Bluesky (@professorjohnst.bsky.social), Twitter (@ProfessorJohnst), or by email. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/gender-studies

Randy declares he plans to boycott ABC until they reinstate Jimmy Kimmel. This is The Neoliberal Round Podcast Straight Talk – Part 2: Jimmy KimmelRenaldo McKenzie (Host):Welcome back to The Neoliberal Round Podcast. This is another episode of Straight Talk, where we cut through the noise and speak plainly. We are in Philadelphia tonight, and before you go anywhere—let's dive right into it.Renaldo:Do you watch Jimmy Kimmel?Guest:Occasionally.Renaldo:So, what do you think about the Jimmy Kimmel show being suspended by Disney and ABC?Guest:I think it's crazy. The best part of the show is always the beginning—the monologue. Especially when he's talking about the President.Renaldo:Right. So do you think that's the reason the show got suspended? Because of the political edge in those monologues?Guest:Absolutely. That was the highlight of the show, and they couldn't handle it. Let's be honest—we've got an orange lunatic in the White House, and Kimmel was one of the few willing to call it out.Renaldo:(Laughs) Careful now, we don't want them coming after this show.Guest:Hey—I'm just saying what I'm saying. It's a free country, isn't it?Renaldo:And that's exactly the point. The views expressed here don't necessarily represent The Neoliberal Round, but the principle of free speech matters. If we start silencing comedians for calling out power, where does it stop?[Transition music beat]Renaldo:Here's the thing: comedy has always been a truth-telling platform. From Richard Pryor to Jon Stewart to Kimmel, satire exposes hypocrisy. That's what scares institutions—they'd rather suspend a show than let uncomfortable truths air.Guest:Exactly. It's easier to silence the messenger than confront the message.Renaldo:And that's why we're here on Straight Talk—to remind you that democracy only works if we can laugh, critique, and hold leaders accountable without fear.[Outro music fades in]Renaldo:This is The Neoliberal Round Podcast. Thanks for joining us for Part 2 of our Straight Talk series on Jimmy Kimmel. Until next time—stay tuned, stay critical, and as always, stay free.Subscribe on any stream: https://anchor.fm/theneoliberal.Visit us: https://renaldocmckenzie.com and theneoliberal.comCheck us out on YouTube @renalsomckenzie

Existing portrayals of women who drink typically fall into two categories: disturbing stories of women hitting “rock bottom,” resulting in ruined careers, families, and futures, or amusing stories of fun and harmless “girls' nights out,” with women drinking and overindulging as a temporary escape from a never-ending list of work and family demands. Drawing on original research and extensive interviews with a diverse group of women, author Susan Stewart challenges these stereotypes, revealing women's complex relationships with alcohol and factors associated with its use. In On the Rocks: Straight Talk about Women and Drinking (Rowman & Littlefield, 2022), Susan Stewart asks a question others might prefer stay buried: what about women's lives have changed such that they drink more alcohol? Stewart's participants share stories of the many social forces that encourage women to drink: increased marketing of alcohol to women, the growing presence of alcohol in the workplace, pressure to drink from friends and family, and that drinking provides an easy “time-out” from children and housework. Stewarts' unvarnished examination of women and drinking challenges readers to think through its implications to individuals, families, and society. Michael O. Johnston, Ph.D. is a Assistant Professor of Sociology at William Penn University. He is the author of The Social Construction of a Cultural Spectacle: Floatzilla (Lexington Books, 2023) and Community Media Representations of Place and Identity at Tug Fest: Reconstructing the Mississippi River (Lexington Books, 2022). His general area of study is at the intersection of space, behavior, and identity. He is currently conducting research about: escape rooms, the use of urban design in downtown historical neighborhoods of rural communities, and a study on belongingness in college and university. To learn more about Michael O. Johnston you can go to his personal website, Google Scholar, Bluesky (@professorjohnst.bsky.social), Twitter (@ProfessorJohnst), or by email. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/sociology

Des and Kara are not capable of recording short episodes so this one is long with plenty of straight talk about running drama and the upcoming Chicago + NYC marathon fields. No one wants their episodes short (and curly) after all...  This one starts with life updates that quickly devolves into hilarious, hotel horror stories. You will be laughing along and thinking about your own nightmare hotel stays. Just make sure you are in a place where you can laugh out loud, because you will, and it might get out of control! Then, they lean into the recent Tracksmith and trail drama along with the sprinting, where-abouts drama. Does Tracksmith belong in trail and what do we make of Gabby Thomas on TikTok surrounded by books and talking about missed tests? Finally, they dig into the Chicago and NYC fields complete with way-too-early predictions for each. Des puts Kara on the spot regarding some of the Americans in the fields, and then gives us an NYC confession of sorts. Listen to the end to hear it and stay for an off-the-rails top 5. This is a fun one. Enjoy!