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This is not a meditation app. This is one of the smartest subscription businesses on mobile.In this episode, we break down Finch, a self-care app with ~10M DAU, extreme retention, and a web-first monetization system that turns subscriptions into a social, altruistic act.We cover product design, streak mechanics, collectibles, subscription psychology, web revenue via Stripe, community monetization, and why Finch doesn't even need ads to print money.What we cover• Gamified self-care loops• Subscription psychology done right• Web monetization beyond the App Store• Spend depth without whales• UA and creative strategy at scaleKey takeawayThe best monetization doesn't feel like monetization.Get our MERCH NOW: 25gamers.com/shop--------------------------------------PVX Partners offers non-dilutive funding for game developers.Go to: https://pvxpartners.com/They can help you access the most effective form of growth capital once you have the metrics to back it.- Scale fast- Keep your shares- Drawdown only as needed- Have PvX take downside risk alongside you+ Work with a team entirely made up of ex-gaming operators and investors---------------------------------------For an ever-growing number of game developers, this means that now is the perfect time to invest in monetizing direct-to-consumer at scale.Our sponsor FastSpring:Has delivered D2C at scale for over 20 yearsThey power top mobile publishers around the worldLaunch a new webstore, replace an existing D2C vendor, or add a redundant D2C vendor at fastspring.gg.---------------------------------------This is no BS gaming podcast 2.5 gamers session. Sharing actionable insights, dropping knowledge from our day-to-day User Acquisition, Game Design, and Ad monetization jobs. We are definitely not discussing the latest industry news, but having so much fun! Let's not forget this is a 4 a.m. conference discussion vibe, so let's not take it too seriously.Panelists: Jakub Remiar, Felix Braberg, Matej LancaricPodcast: Join our slack channel here: https://join.slack.com/t/two-and-half-gamers/shared_invite/zt-2um8eguhf-c~H9idcxM271mnPzdWbipgChapters00:00 — Why this app broke our brains01:10 — Finch: game or mental health app?02:10 — Core loop: Tamagotchi meets daily quests03:30 — Goals, habits, and farming rewards05:20 — Streaks, streak repair, and monetization pressure07:00 — Collectibles, cosmetics, and lightweight live-ops08:20 — DAU shock: 9 million daily users09:10 — Retention benchmarks that look fake10:30 — No ads… and why that matters12:00 — Subscription as the core business14:20 — Web presence and community scale15:40 — The Guardian system explained17:10 — “Pay your own price” subscriptions19:00 — Spend depth without whales20:40 — Why Stripe changes everything22:00 — Web revenue vs App Store illusion23:40 — UA channels and creative strategy25:10 — Wall-of-text, POV, and AI creatives27:00 — Why this scales infinitely29:00 — What games can steal from this31:00 — Is this the future of mobile monetization?34:00 — Final verdictMatej LancaricUser Acquisition & Creatives Consultanthttps://lancaric.meFelix BrabergAd monetization consultanthttps://www.felixbraberg.comJakub RemiarGame design consultanthttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jakubremiarPlease share the podcast with your industry friends, dogs & cats. Especially cats! They love it!Hit the Subscribe button on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple!Please share feedback and comments - matej@lancaric.meIf you are interested in getting UA tips every week on Monday, visit lancaric.substack.com & sign up for the Brutally Honest newsletter by Matej LancaricDo you have UA questions nobody can answer? Ask Matej AI - the First UA AI in the gaming industry! https://lancaric.me/matej-ai
Wir wissen nicht, wann diese Folge bei Euch in den Ohren erklingt. Aber wir werden sie tatsächlich nicht wie normalerweise Freitag um 19 Uhr veröffentlicht haben, sondern bereits am Donnerstag. Einfach nur weil wirs können, Ihr uns doch sicher vermisst habt und wir damit eine Streak im positiven Sinne brechen. Darum geht es in dieser Folge übrigens: Streaks und Anreize!
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SpaceTime with Stuart Gary Gary - Series 29 Episode 15In this episode of SpaceTime, we uncover intriguing discoveries about Mercury's geological activity, NASA's innovative Dragonfly mission to Titan, and the environmental impacts of rocket fuel pollution.Mercury's Surprising StreaksA new study reveals bright streaks, or lineae, on Mercury's surface, suggesting the planet is not as geologically inactive as previously thought. Researchers from the University of Bern utilized machine learning to analyze over 100,000 images from NASA's MESSENGER spacecraft, discovering that these streaks are likely caused by the outgassing of volatile materials from beneath Mercury's crust. This finding indicates ongoing geological processes and will be further explored by the BepiColombo mission, set to reach Mercury later this year.NASA's Dragonfly Mission to TitanNASA is developing the Dragonfly, a car-sized rotocopter designed to explore Saturn's moon Titan, which features methane and ethane lakes. Scheduled for launch in 2028, Dragonfly will utilize Titan's dense atmosphere to fly to various locations, examining environments that may harbor organic materials essential for life. The mission builds on the success of the Ingenuity rotocopter on Mars, with extensive testing underway to ensure optimal performance in Titan's unique conditions.Rocket Fuel Pollution and the Ozone LayerA recent study highlights the damaging effects of burning rocket fuels, such as kerosene, on Earth's ozone layer. The report indicates that the rapid growth of the rocket launch industry is exacerbating this issue, particularly affecting regions like Antarctica and parts of Australia. Researchers are calling for restrictions on the use of these fuels to mitigate environmental harm.www.spacetimewithstuartgary.com✍️ Episode ReferencesNature Communications, Earth and EnvironmentClimate and Atmospheric ScienceBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spacetime-your-guide-to-space-astronomy--2458531/support.(00:00:00) Streaks on the surface of Mercury suggesting it's not quite dead yet(00:11:13) Burning rocket fuel damages Earth's ozone layer, study finds(00:12:28) A new study claims cyber attacks can spark intense social media discussions(00:14:53) Apple bans anti woke Holly Valent song from iTunes in Australia(00:16:39) Apple has now had hypertension notifications authorized by the TGN(00:18:04) Space Time is available every Monday, Wednesday and Friday through bitesz. com
Welcome back to the Sorry to Interrupt podcast! It's another episode of The Hockey Hour on the pod as Sean is joined by Will Smith as Will breaks down the biggest storylines from around the NHL including the Sabres and Lightning continuing their hot streaks as well as the Wild starting to make pace with the Avalanche out West after their acquisition of Quinn Hughes. Then in Part 2, Will gives his previews of Team USA and Canada ahead of the Milan Olympics and provides roster breakdowns and X-factors for both teams. Everyone enjoy the pod!
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss various elite series and major records, streaks, and achievements, and the likelihood that they get surpassed in 20260:00 Super Bowl Picks5:30 Broken Records: Wins & Ratings16:00 Broken Records: Earnings & All Time Cash31:00 Broken Records: Round & Event Ratings42:45 Wild Streaks
Nate and Blake dig deep into the advanced stats on some of the hottest and coldest players over the last couple of weeks, look at the best 3rd wheel for three dynamic duos, and look at a player who has duped many fantasy managers into thinking a breakout is imminent.Newsies - 2:18Hot Shots - 10:41Have Nots - 33:21The Environment - 54:30Under the Hood - 1:02:50Head-to-Head Streamer Deathmatch - 1:08:37Join the Apples & Ginos Patron League (APL) waiting list:www.applesandginos.com/apl
Mike Mulligan and David Haugh were joined by Chicago Blackhawks legend, Chris Chelios on the Blackhawks' tough 4-3 shootout loss to the Minnesota Wild
Nate and Blake dig deep into the advanced stats on some of the hottest and coldest players over the last couple of weeks, look at the best 3rd wheel for three dynamic duos, and zero in on a young player who still has elite-level upside.Newsies - 2:27Hot Shots - 6:35Have Nots - 33:41The Environment - 52:45Under the Hood - 1:05:35Head-to-Head Streamer Deathmatch - 1:08:06Join the Apples & Ginos Patron League (APL) waiting list:www.applesandginos.com/apl
Seattle Kraken Head Coach Lane Lambert joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the difficult last week for the team, trying to avoid any losing streak, giving shorthanded goals to teams, fatigue, and advice for Mike Macdonald of the Seahawks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
While every non-alcoholic brand is shouting Dry January, Recess is telling you to quit. Literally. Joining us is Ben Witte, CEO and co-founder of the #1 mocktail brand, to unpack a provocative new campaign that swaps all-or-nothing resolutions for something far more realistic: balance. From a bold manifesto to a full-page New York Times ad timed for “Quitter's Day,” Ben explains why going against the seasonal grain isn't risky—it's exactly why Recess is winning. What You'll Learn in This Episode Why moderation—not elimination—is the real shift happening in drinking culture How going against category conventions can create sharper brand differentiation What most brands get wrong about Dry January and behavior change How narrative-driven branding builds permission to expand into new categories Why “do the unexpected” is more than a creative idea—it's a leadership strategy Episode Chapters (00:00) Why Recess Is Telling People to Quit (01:00) The Myth of Sober Curious and the Rise of Moderation (04:30) Why Dry January Is Losing Relevance (06:45) Anti-Perfectionism as Brand Strategy (09:45) The Hidden Downsides of Rules and Streaks (13:00) Naming, Narrative, and Building Red Bull for Relaxation (18:00) Knowing When to Push Against Conventional Wisdom (25:00) Brands That Make Us Smile About Ben Witte Ben Witte is the CEO and co-founder of Recess, a leading functional beverage company built around the idea of calm, balance, and taking a break from modern stress. Coming from a Silicon Valley background rather than traditional CPG, Ben has consistently challenged category norms—shifting the conversation from sobriety to moderation and from ingredients to outcomes. Under his leadership, Recess has grown into a category-defining brand spanning mocktails, mood drinks, and relaxation-focused products sold nationwide. What Brand Has Made Ben Smile Recently? Ben points to a Thanksgiving campaign from Tito's Handmade Vodka that flipped the familiar “Turkey Trot” on its head with the idea of a “Turkey Rot”—leaning into cultural truth with humor and self-awareness. The campaign stood out by inverting expectations, tapping into real behavior, and reminding us that the best brand moments often come from saying the quiet part out loud. Resources & Links Check out the Recess website and their Amazon store. Recess on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/recess Connect with Ben Witte on LinkedIn and X. Listen & Support the Show Watch or listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, Amazon/Audible, TuneIn, and iHeart. Rate and review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify to help others find the show. Share this episode — email a friend or colleague this episode. Sign up for my free Story Strategies newsletter for branding and storytelling tips. On Brand is a part of the Marketing Podcast Network. Until next week, I'll see you on the Internet! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nate and Blake dig deep into the advanced stats on some of the hottest and coldest players over the last couple of weeks, look at four teams who have been running hot as of late, and dig deep on a young player getting some run on an underperforming team.Newsies - 3:08Hot Shots - 11:32Have Nots - 36:01The Environment - 57:08Under the Hood - 1:08:38Head-to-Head Streamer Deathmatch - 1:11:47Join the Apples & Ginos Patron League (APL) waiting list:www.applesandginos.com/apl
FAMU Track got a slight mention in the last show and I guess they took that personally. The track team went to Gainesville intent on sending home a message. And the message was received; this is going to be a track program that brings pride to the FAMULY! Also the Men's Basketball extended its winning streak while the Lady Rattlers saw the end of a winning streak. Streaks being what they are, we saw FAMU football deliver via the transfer portal which also sends the message that this program may be more of a contender than others give it credit for. New Year, New Coach!Fangs UP#FAMU #FangsUp #HBCU #HBCUdigital
From automating habit streaks to taming endless Safari tabs, this episode is loaded with hands-on tricks and fresh app recommendations that even the nerdiest Apple fans might have missed! Try these smart habit trackers, focus modes, and clever shortcuts that make the iPhone your personal accountability partner. • Using Apple Screen Time for digital mindfulness and device usage tracking • Focus Modes and custom home screens to reduce distractions • Comparing top iOS habit-tracking apps: Habitica, Streaks, Gentler Streak, and Habit Kit • Building better health and fitness habits without self-judgment • News: Apple Fitness+ updates aim to beat "Quitters Day" drop-off • Feedback: Apple's accessibility features and life-changing tech • Shortcuts Corner: Automating YouTube links for accessibility and simplicity • App Caps: Divoom Tiivoo-2 pixel Bluetooth speaker and Satechi USB-C lanyard cable Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard Contact iOS Today at iOSToday@twit.tv. Download or subscribe to iOS Today at https://twit.tv/shows/ios-today Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.
From automating habit streaks to taming endless Safari tabs, this episode is loaded with hands-on tricks and fresh app recommendations that even the nerdiest Apple fans might have missed! Try these smart habit trackers, focus modes, and clever shortcuts that make the iPhone your personal accountability partner. • Using Apple Screen Time for digital mindfulness and device usage tracking • Focus Modes and custom home screens to reduce distractions • Comparing top iOS habit-tracking apps: Habitica, Streaks, Gentler Streak, and Habit Kit • Building better health and fitness habits without self-judgment • News: Apple Fitness+ updates aim to beat "Quitters Day" drop-off • Feedback: Apple's accessibility features and life-changing tech • Shortcuts Corner: Automating YouTube links for accessibility and simplicity • App Caps: Divoom Tiivoo-2 pixel Bluetooth speaker and Satechi USB-C lanyard cable Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard Contact iOS Today at iOSToday@twit.tv. Download or subscribe to iOS Today at https://twit.tv/shows/ios-today Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.
From automating habit streaks to taming endless Safari tabs, this episode is loaded with hands-on tricks and fresh app recommendations that even the nerdiest Apple fans might have missed! Try these smart habit trackers, focus modes, and clever shortcuts that make the iPhone your personal accountability partner. • Using Apple Screen Time for digital mindfulness and device usage tracking • Focus Modes and custom home screens to reduce distractions • Comparing top iOS habit-tracking apps: Habitica, Streaks, Gentler Streak, and Habit Kit • Building better health and fitness habits without self-judgment • News: Apple Fitness+ updates aim to beat "Quitters Day" drop-off • Feedback: Apple's accessibility features and life-changing tech • Shortcuts Corner: Automating YouTube links for accessibility and simplicity • App Caps: Divoom Tiivoo-2 pixel Bluetooth speaker and Satechi USB-C lanyard cable Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard Contact iOS Today at iOSToday@twit.tv. Download or subscribe to iOS Today at https://twit.tv/shows/ios-today Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.
From automating habit streaks to taming endless Safari tabs, this episode is loaded with hands-on tricks and fresh app recommendations that even the nerdiest Apple fans might have missed! Try these smart habit trackers, focus modes, and clever shortcuts that make the iPhone your personal accountability partner. • Using Apple Screen Time for digital mindfulness and device usage tracking • Focus Modes and custom home screens to reduce distractions • Comparing top iOS habit-tracking apps: Habitica, Streaks, Gentler Streak, and Habit Kit • Building better health and fitness habits without self-judgment • News: Apple Fitness+ updates aim to beat "Quitters Day" drop-off • Feedback: Apple's accessibility features and life-changing tech • Shortcuts Corner: Automating YouTube links for accessibility and simplicity • App Caps: Divoom Tiivoo-2 pixel Bluetooth speaker and Satechi USB-C lanyard cable Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard Contact iOS Today at iOSToday@twit.tv. Download or subscribe to iOS Today at https://twit.tv/shows/ios-today Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.
From automating habit streaks to taming endless Safari tabs, this episode is loaded with hands-on tricks and fresh app recommendations that even the nerdiest Apple fans might have missed! Try these smart habit trackers, focus modes, and clever shortcuts that make the iPhone your personal accountability partner. • Using Apple Screen Time for digital mindfulness and device usage tracking • Focus Modes and custom home screens to reduce distractions • Comparing top iOS habit-tracking apps: Habitica, Streaks, Gentler Streak, and Habit Kit • Building better health and fitness habits without self-judgment • News: Apple Fitness+ updates aim to beat "Quitters Day" drop-off • Feedback: Apple's accessibility features and life-changing tech • Shortcuts Corner: Automating YouTube links for accessibility and simplicity • App Caps: Divoom Tiivoo-2 pixel Bluetooth speaker and Satechi USB-C lanyard cable Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard Contact iOS Today at iOSToday@twit.tv. Download or subscribe to iOS Today at https://twit.tv/shows/ios-today Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.
From automating habit streaks to taming endless Safari tabs, this episode is loaded with hands-on tricks and fresh app recommendations that even the nerdiest Apple fans might have missed! Try these smart habit trackers, focus modes, and clever shortcuts that make the iPhone your personal accountability partner. Using Apple Screen Time for digital mindfulness and device usage tracking Focus Modes and custom home screens to reduce distractions Comparing top iOS habit-tracking apps: Habitica, Streaks, Gentler Streak, and Habit Kit Building better health and fitness habits without self-judgment News: Apple Fitness+ updates aim to beat "Quitters Day" drop-off Feedback: Apple's accessibility features and life-changing tech Shortcuts Corner: Automating YouTube links for accessibility and simplicity App Caps: Divoom Tiivoo-2 pixel Bluetooth speaker and Satechi USB-C lanyard cable Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard Contact iOS Today at iOSToday@twit.tv. Download or subscribe to iOS Today at https://twit.tv/shows/ios-today Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.
From automating habit streaks to taming endless Safari tabs, this episode is loaded with hands-on tricks and fresh app recommendations that even the nerdiest Apple fans might have missed! Try these smart habit trackers, focus modes, and clever shortcuts that make the iPhone your personal accountability partner. Using Apple Screen Time for digital mindfulness and device usage tracking Focus Modes and custom home screens to reduce distractions Comparing top iOS habit-tracking apps: Habitica, Streaks, Gentler Streak, and Habit Kit Building better health and fitness habits without self-judgment News: Apple Fitness+ updates aim to beat "Quitters Day" drop-off Feedback: Apple's accessibility features and life-changing tech Shortcuts Corner: Automating YouTube links for accessibility and simplicity App Caps: Divoom Tiivoo-2 pixel Bluetooth speaker and Satechi USB-C lanyard cable Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard Contact iOS Today at iOSToday@twit.tv. Download or subscribe to iOS Today at https://twit.tv/shows/ios-today Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.
Nate and Blake dig deep into the advanced stats on some of the hottest and coldest players over the last couple of weeks, look at four teams who have been underperforming as of late, and identify a burgeoning star who's being put in a position to succeed.Newsies - 2:26Hot Shots - 14:06Have Nots - 36:25The Environment - 1:05:30Under the Hood - 1:17:56Head-to-Head Streamer Deathmatch - 1:20:02Join the Apples & Ginos Patron League (APL) waiting list:www.applesandginos.com/apl
On this week's episode of Hands-On Tech, Mikah answers one of the more common problems that plagues Apple Watch users: how can you fix an Apple Watch streak that was broken? Don't forget to send in your questions for Mikah to answer during the show! hot@twit.tv Host: Mikah Sargent Download or subscribe to Hands-On Tech at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-tech Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.
On this week's episode of Hands-On Tech, Mikah answers one of the more common problems that plagues Apple Watch users: how can you fix an Apple Watch streak that was broken? Don't forget to send in your questions for Mikah to answer during the show! hot@twit.tv Host: Mikah Sargent Download or subscribe to Hands-On Tech at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-tech Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.
On this week's episode of Hands-On Tech, Mikah answers one of the more common problems that plagues Apple Watch users: how can you fix an Apple Watch streak that was broken? Don't forget to send in your questions for Mikah to answer during the show! hot@twit.tv Host: Mikah Sargent Download or subscribe to Hands-On Tech at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-tech Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.
On this week's episode of Hands-On Tech, Mikah answers one of the more common problems that plagues Apple Watch users: how can you fix an Apple Watch streak that was broken? Don't forget to send in your questions for Mikah to answer during the show! hot@twit.tv Host: Mikah Sargent Download or subscribe to Hands-On Tech at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-tech Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.
On this week's episode of Hands-On Tech, Mikah answers one of the more common problems that plagues Apple Watch users: how can you fix an Apple Watch streak that was broken? Don't forget to send in your questions for Mikah to answer during the show! hot@twit.tv Host: Mikah Sargent Download or subscribe to Hands-On Tech at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-tech Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord. Sponsor: Melissa.com/twit
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Nate digs deep into the advanced stats on some of the hottest and coldest players over the last couple of weeks, looks at the best goalie environments in the league right now, and identifies an overlooked young player who is generating lots of offense in few minutes.Newsies - 2:33Hot Shots - 7:13Have Nots - 20:35The Environment - 34:06Under the Hood - 40:57Head-to-Head Streamer Deathmatch - 43:30Join the Apples & Ginos Patron League (APL) waiting list:www.applesandginos.com/apl
Welcome to another episode of Mind the Game with LeBron James and Steve Nash. In this episode, LeBron reflects on his incredible streak of scoring 10 points or more and how the streak was broken in poetic fashion. He also talks about all the records he's broken over the years and the records he's still chasing and Steve Nash shares an amazing story about becoming Top 3 in assists. Our main story is about how the MVP, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, has gotten even better this season. Then LeBron and Steve do a deep dive film session on SGA's improved playmaking. Finally, the fellas answer a fan question for all the short hoopers out there.From all of us at Mind the Game, we wish you a Happy Holidays. We'll see you in 2026!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this episode of “Mindful Mystics,” Karen, Cheryl, and Chuckie G discuss how to approach 2026 with intention instead of pressure. The conversation unpacks why New Year's resolutions so often fail, how small, repeatable actions create lasting change, and what it really means to detox spiritually — from clearing physical and emotional clutter to releasing habits, beliefs, and self-talk that no longer serve. Along the way, we share personal experiences with goal reframing, motivation, identity shifts, and end-of-year cleansing rituals designed to support sustainable growth in the year ahead. Brought to you by Paranormal Underground Radio Episode Date: 12.20.2025 Hosts: Karen Frazier, Chuckie G, and Cheryl Knight-Wilson Check out our hosts online at: Paranormal Underground magazine: https://paranormalunderground.net/ Author and psychic medium Karen Frazier: https://www.authorkarenfrazier.com/#/ Paranormal Investigator and psychic medium Chuckie G: https://itsmechuckieg.com/ Resources: Listen to our podcast about “The Secrets to Motivation: From Stuck to Inspired”: https://paranormalunderground.podbean.com/e/mindful-mystics-podcast-path-to-motivation-from-stuck-to-inspired/ Show Highlights: [00:30] “Goal Setting and Spiritual Detoxing for 2026” A year-end conversation about setting realistic goals, staying motivated, and clearing out what drains your energy — mentally, emotionally, spiritually, and even physically. [01:51] Why One or Two Goals Beat “A Bazillion” Narrowing focus protects your energy and improves results — because dividing attention across too many goals usually means sacrificing quality and follow-through. [04:40] Why New Year's Resolutions Fail Resolutions often come from guilt or comparison, aim for total transformation, ignore underlying habits, and treat the new year as a “reset” instead of a continuation. [05:58] Big Goals vs. Mini Goals Chuck breaks down why huge goals can trigger discouragement, while small “moment-by-moment” steps build momentum — and let your plan evolve as you evolve. [08:33] Karen's “Eat Less, Move More” Blueprint Karen shares how she started with tiny, doable changes and gradually leveled up — using hiking (pleasure) and health reality (fear) as twin motivators. [19:49] Identity Shift: “I Am Somebody Who…” The real win is when a goal becomes part of who you are — not just something you're trying to do. That's when habits stick. [21:33] All-or-Nothing Thinking and Self-Talk A deep, relatable moment on spiraling after a “bad day,” learning to stop harsh self-judgment, and reframing progress as “five minutes more than yesterday.” [22:53] Cheryl's Goal Reframe: Designing Success Without Pressure Cheryl walks through how she's rewriting goals for 2026 — shifting from rigid outcomes (“lose 20 pounds,” “organize the house by February”) to gentle, repeatable actions such as moving her body regularly, tidying for 10 minutes a day, and stepping outside daily. [30:55] Habit Tracking That Actually Motivates Karen recommends “Streaks” for gamifying habits — and the group talks about pleasing your fitness tracker (and why it works for some personalities). [38:47] What “Spiritual Detoxing” Means Spiritual detox is clearing mental and emotional clutter, releasing draining habits/beliefs/relationships, letting go of resentment and guilt, and choosing progress over perfection. [39:25] Physical Decluttering as Spiritual Decluttering Karen connects cleaning, unsubscribing from inbox chaos, and decluttering to emotional and spiritual clarity — a practical, grounded approach to “detox.” [41:11] Chuck's End-of-Year Cleansing Rituals Breathwork, meditation visuals, Reiki, smudging the home, and intention-setting with candles — building a transition ritual into the new year. [43:39] Seasonal Affective Disorder and the Luminette 3 Karen shares how a light-therapy wearable helped her feel like her “summer self,” plus habits that support circadian rhythm (happy lamp, walking in natural light, melatonin). [48:04] Closing: “Have a Great Start to 2026” A warm send-off with encouragement, plus a reminder to revisit the motivation episode for tools that make follow-through more sustainable.
Exploring useful streaks for your product or org? Let's chat → professorgame.com/chat Why do streaks motivate users at first but eventually push them away? Rob explores the psychology behind collapses, the dangers of existing habit metrics, and practical ways to redesign streaks so they support, not sabotage, long-term engagement. Perfect for product leads, community builders, and behavior designers. Rob Alvarez is Head of Engagement Strategy, Europe at The Octalysis Group (TOG), a leading gamification and behavioral design consultancy. A globally recognized gamification strategist and TEDx speaker, he founded and hosts Professor Game, the #1 gamification podcast, and has interviewed hundreds of global experts. He designs evidence-based engagement systems that drive motivation, loyalty, and results, and teaches LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY® and gamification at top institutions including IE Business School, EFMD, and EBS University across Europe, the Americas, and Asia. Links to episode mentions: Duolingo (language learning & streak mechanics) Happier Meditation (formerly 10% Happier) Streaks (habit-tracking app) Finch (self-care & habit-tracking app) Octalysis Framework (gamification & Core Drives) Abstinence Violation Effect (psychology of lapses) Lets's do stuff together! Let's chat about your gamification project 3 Gamification Hacks To Boost Your Community's Revenue Start Your Community on Skool for Free Game of Skool Community YouTube LinkedIn Instagram Facebook Ask a question
Nate and Blake dig deep into the advanced stats on some of the hottest and coldest players over the last couple of weeks, look at coaches who could potentially find their seat getting warm soon, and identify a crafty vet who's turned things around of late under the hood after a slow start.Newsies - 2:34Hot Shots - 9:04Have Nots - 29:47The Environment - 53:49Under the Hood - 1:02:23Head-to-Head Streamer Deathmatch - 1:05:25Join the Apples & Ginos Patron League (APL) waiting list:www.applesandginos.com/apl
In hour 4, the WIP Afternoon Show are reacting to Lebron James' record streak of consecutive NBA games with 10+ points come to an end. Plus, the top 5 at 5 is discussing the top 5 silent neighbor competitions.
00:46 How satellite mega-constellations could ruin space-based astronomyThe ability of space-based telescopes to image the distant Universe could be in peril, according to new research investigating the impacts of light-pollution from future satellites. Streaks of reflected light from satellites currently in low-Earth orbit are already seen in telescope images, and planned launches could raise the number of satellites from around 15,000 to over half-a-million. Computer modelling revealed that this drastic increase would result in images taken by instruments like the Hubble Space Telescope becoming unusable by astronomers. The team propose a series of strategies to help mitigate these impacts, preventing this future becoming reality.Research Article: Borlaff et al.11:08 Research HighlightsHow researchers have sped up the trapping of antimatter atoms — plus, how hydrogen fuel emission benefits vary considerably from sector to sector.Research Highlight: Laser cooling traps more antimatter atoms than ever beforeResearch Highlight: Hydrogen fuel isn't always the green choice13:41 The negative consequences of video call glitchesGlitches in video calls are an annoying feature of everyday life, but these brief interruptions could have serious real-world impacts, according to analysis from a team of researchers. In one experiment, the team found that video calls with glitches decreased the likelihood of someone being hired for a job. Analysis of other data suggested glitchy calls were associated with lower chances of individuals being granted parole. The team behind the work think that these visual errors break the illusion that a video call is a real face-to-face conversation, potentially impairing judgements about the quality of the information discussed.Research article: Brucks et al.Subscribe to Nature Briefing, an unmissable daily round-up of science news, opinion and analysis free in your inbox every weekday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nate is joined by returning guest Jason Chen and together they dig deep into the advanced stats on some of the hottest and coldest players over the last couple of weeks, take a closer look at some of the hottest power plays in the league, and identify veteran who might be primed to pop off.Newsies - 1:37Hot Shots - 8:48Have Nots - 28:10The Environment - 46:37Under the Hood - 58:00Head-to-Head Streamer Deathmatch - 1:02:02Jason Chen on X: https://x.com/jasonchen16Jason Chen on The Hockey News: https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/fantasy/author/jason-chenSleepers & Keepers Fantasy Hockey Podcast: https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/fantasy/podcastJoin the Apples & Ginos Patron League (APL) waiting list: www.applesandginos.com/apl
Whether you think a daily running habit is enviable—or certifiable!—you'll love listening to conversations with four women who have run streaks. Join hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Tish Hamilton to learn: -how each gal's streak got started; -what a “streak saver” is; -how a streak reinforces the runner-identity of one BIPOC guest; -how a running streak serves as a safety net for consistency; and, -how (+ if!) the guests envision an end to their streaks. The hosts time-travel to 1970s NYC in the intro; the first run-streaker joins at 10:01. (Link to guest-recommended book.) This episode originally aired on September 2, 2022. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Use code AMR for up to 35% off first subscription order at livemomentous.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Blake digs deep into the advanced stats on some of the hottest and coldest players over the last couple of weeks, takes a look at some goaltenders who are propping up their team's defensive environment, and praises a PP1 defenseman you may have forgotten about. Let's get to BIZ!Newsies - 2:15Hot Shots - 7:10Have Nots - 29:05The Environment - 48:30Under the Hood - 53:57Head-to-Head Streamer Deathmatch - 56:46Join the Apples & Ginos Patron League (APL) waiting list:www.applesandginos.com/apl
On this episode of Kirk and Marianne we talk about being "bad boys" and "bad girls." Literally. Tune in to hear Kirk and Marianne Live in the Boom Boom Room talk about our youthful bad streaks. What did we do as kids that landed us on the naughty list? One way to find out. Hit play!
Hart, Ted and Dan preview Tuesday night's games for the Celtics (at 76ers) and Bruins (home vs. Maple Leafs). and they discuss the keys for each team's success during their recent stretches of improved play.
Today's Sports Daily covers the game (and catch) of the season in college football, the QB you've never heard of, are the Broncos any good?, who is the best team in the NFC, and 3 major streaks continue in NFL. Music written by Bill Conti & Allee Willis (Casablanca Records/Universal Music Group) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
When a Maine radio reporter counted 30 unmarked jets laying persistent white trails across the sky in 45 minutes and an air traffic controller admitted off-record he'd been ordered by "higher civil authority" to reroute commercial flights away from a military exercise no one would explain, it sparked a global debate that would divide scientists, military officials, and millions of observers across 14 countries for the next two decades.IN THIS EPISODE: The chemtrail conspiracy theory posits the belief that long-lasting condensation trails, also known as “contrails” are in fact "chemtrails" consisting of chemical or biological agents purposefully left in the sky by high-flying aircraft, sprayed for nefarious purposes and undisclosed to the general public. The scientific community has dismissed the theory, but others insist the truth is simply being covered up. Who is telling the truth? What is the truth? We'll look at the controversy over contrails. (Contrary Chemtrails) *** In 1947, Major Jesse Marcel was sent to a crash site near Roswell, New Mexico to investigate what happened. We all know the story from there – the strange metal, the alien bodies, the confiscated extraterrestrial technology, the weather-balloon story we initially believed and then didn't believe. Now, more than seven decades later, Jesse Marcel's grandchildren are speaking up about their knowledge of what happened at Roswell. (The Roswell Grandchildren) *** If you look up the term “water babies” on the net, you might find something akin to swim classes for newborns and toddlers. But if you mention the term “water babies” near Pyramid Lake in Nevada, a much, much darker scene comes to mind. (Water Babies Aren't As Cute As They Sound) *** According to the Bible, no man knows the day Christ will return. But that didn't stop William Miller from predicting anyway. Not once, but three times – and he was wrong, three times. (William Miller's Great Disappointment) CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Show Open00:02:40.402 = Contrary Chemtrails00:24:02.374 = ***The Roswell Grandchildren00:31:22.925 = Water Babies Aren't As Cute As They Sound00:38:02.586 = ***William Miller's Great Disappointment00:48:57.748 = Show Close*** = Begins immediately after inserted ad breakSOURCES and RESOURCES:“Water Babies Aren't As Cute As They Sound” by David Clarke for Standard News https://tinyurl.com/rm7pouxz, and Weird U.S. https://tinyurl.com/yfhnphpy“Contrary Chemtrails” from Duncan Phenix for Mystery Wire https://tinyurl.com/1ogrr2es, and Earth Island Journal https://tinyurl.com/2z4569ea“The Roswell Grandchildren” from Newsweek: https://tinyurl.com/jq96lzxo“William Miller's Great Disappointment” by Dr. Romeo Vitelli for Providentia: https://tinyurl.com/2r6ovl8f=====(Over time links may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.=====Originally aired: February 02, 2021EPISODE PAGE (includes sources): https://weirddarkness.com/contrailsABOUT WEIRD DARKNESS: Weird Darkness is a true crime and paranormal podcast narrated by professional award-winning voice actor, Darren Marlar. Seven days per week, Weird Darkness focuses on all thing strange and macabre such as haunted locations, unsolved mysteries, true ghost stories, supernatural manifestations, urban legends, unsolved or cold case murders, conspiracy theories, and more. On Thursdays, this scary stories podcast features horror fiction along with the occasional creepypasta. Weird Darkness has been named one of the “Best 20 Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal. Listeners have described the show as a cross between “Coast to Coast” with Art Bell, “The Twilight Zone” with Rod Serling, “Unsolved Mysteries” with Robert Stack, and “In Search Of” with Leonard Nimoy.DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised.#WeirdDarkness #Chemtrails #Contrails #WeatherModification #Conspiracy #Geoengineering #MilitarySecrets #AtmosphericScience #SkyShield #ClimateEngineering
Recorded - 11/2/2025 On Episode 346 of the Almost Sideways Movie Podcast crosses 4 more films off our most anticipated lists this fall. Do they live up to our lofty expectations? Then our power rankings looks at best streaks of 3 straight great films from directors. Who ends up on top? For trivia, we explore 67. Here are the highlights:What We've Been Watching(7:50) "The Mastermind" - Zach Review(13:25) "To Die For" - Adam Review(19:00) "The Danish Girl" - Terry Oscar Anniversary Review(23:50) "In the Name of the King: A Dungeon Siege Tale" - Todd Liotta Meter Karen Review(29:50) "Ballad of a Small Player" - Featured Review(48:20) "If I Had Legs I'd Kick You" - Featured Review(1:01:55) "Shelby Oaks" - Featured Review(1:11:55) Power Rankings: Director 3 Film Streaks(2:01:00) Guessing Todd's List & Honorable MentionsTRIVIA!!!(2:17:30) "Happythankyoumoreplease" - Todd Trivia Review(2:21:50) "Win Win" - Adam Trivia Review(2:26:05) "Incendies" - Zach Trivia Review(2:30:30) Trivia: 67 or 1967(2:42:45) Quote of the DayFind AlmostSideways everywhere!almostsideways.comhttps://www.facebook.com/AlmostSidewayscom-130953353614569/AlmostSideways Twitter: @almostsidewaysTerry's Twitter: @almostsideterryZach's Twitter: @pro_zach36Todd: Too Cool for TwitterAdam's Twitter: @adamsidewaysApple Podcasthttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/almostsideways-podcast/id1270959022Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/7oVcx7Y9U2Bj2dhTECzZ4m YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfEoLqGyjn9M5Mr8umWiktA/featured?view_as=subscriber
In this members-only edition of Sorare with Laird, Harry Trades and I dig into one of the biggest strategy questions in Sorare Hot Streaks: are team stacks actually the best way to win?We'll break down the pros and cons of stacking players from the same club, how lineup correlation works in Hot Streaks, and whether diversity or focus leads to more consistent rewards.
The Show Pony is away, so we have Alex Donno stepping in for the rest of the week. We get things started with the Miami Heat and their 3-game winning streak and this new fast-paced offense. Apparently, ping pong tables are an issue in the NFL? Leroy as a deli manager, continues to haunt us all almost strangely. Leroy lets the Dodgers know what he thinks they need to do to win the World Series.
Is there any chance the organization would buy into a regular season win streak or has the current era proven to be officially over?
IN the final hour of the Chase & Big Joe Show, the guys did a little exercise as to former NFL head coaches past teams they have coaches. Later in the hour, Chase & Big joe discussed each SEC losing streak in college football. To end the show, as always they played What Day Is It and Celebrity Birthdays
Ep. 306:Pope and Pollo Del Mar discuss all things In Da Newz including Dvon's claims of racisim against a well respected WWE Legend, Dominiques uprising, AEW's Wrestledream Main Event and more.
It was Ladies Day Tuesday in the Trump administration as Pam Bondi was the most prepared witness ever in front of the Senate and Kristi Noem takes on criminals and officials in Oregon. The mayor of Chicago has declared he's developing ICE free zones so it begs the question... can I run for mayor and develop IRS free zones? We have multiple stories of media racing to the bottom as Nicole Wallace is on the hot seat and NBC News contradicts its own reporting. The Chiefs have the highest paid kicker in the league and he's struggling more than anyone else on the team. This has to change fast. Mizzou has a 15 game home winning streak on the line Saturday as they host Alabama. But they also have a steak of 5 SEC losses to the Tide. Something's got to give. The MLB playoffs serve up some real drama and a man in Canada gets the strangest DUI ever.
PREVIEW 6: Investigating Mysterious Martian Slope Streaks John Batchelor speaks with Bob Zimmerman about unexplained geological features on Mars called slope streaks. These features resemble stains or avalanches but do not alter topography and lack debris. They sometimes even flow uphill. Theories suggest causes like dust or brine, but the exact mechanism is unknown. The Curiosity rover recently captured an image of a potential slope streak, offering a unique opportunity to study them closely and understand their origin. 1954
Connelly Early had a historic debut for the Red Sox (2:55)! ... Emmet Sheehan dominated the Rockies (9:25). ... Joey Cantillo had the best start of his career (12:30). ... Ranger Suarez is going to get PAID this offseason (14:51). ... News (19:07): Kyle Tucker and Bo Bichette both went on the IL. ... Josh Lowe has really picked things up (25:10). ... Kyle Bradish had another strong start (38:51). ... Are we buying these hot streaks (43:58)? ... Let's do a temperature check on these pitchers (52:08). ... We wrap up with leftovers, bullpen updates and streamers (58:42). Fantasy Baseball Today is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday Download and Follow Fantasy Baseball Today on Spotify: https://sptfy.com/QiKv Get awesome Fantasy Baseball Today merch here: http://bit.ly/3y8dUqi Follow FBT on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fbtpod?_t=8WyMkPdKOJ1&_r=1 Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @CPTowers @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday Sign up for the FBT Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/fantasy-baseball-today/ For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Book your next trip at https://www.bestwestern.comDownload the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use promo code JMBASEBALLCorona. La Playa Awaits. Be sure to get yours athttps://OrderCorona.comUse code TALKIN2025 for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*: https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TALKIN2025. Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount Coach Trev is joined by Jolly Olive to talk about how the AL Wildcard race is heating up, Framber Valdez crossing up his catcher and what it means, Junior Caminero's incredible sason, Kyle Freeland-Rafael Devers benches clearing fight and more! 0:00 Intro2:15 AL Burn7:30 AL Standings10:15 Mets / Tigers17:08 Guardians / Red Sox23:00 White Sox / Twins23:40 Mariners / Rays27:19 Junior Caminero 40 / 100 at 21 years old30:00 Angels / Royals32:00 Yankees / Astros37:24 NL Burn44:00 NL Standings49:11 Phillies / Brewers57:20 Rangers / Diamondbacks58:25 Blue Jays / Reds1:04:44 Braves / Cubs1:08:40 Dodgers / Pirates1:09:00 Giants / Rockies1:12:00 Standout Performances1:16:50 En Fuego1:18:55 Batters who are struggling1:20:40 Awards