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In this episode, Sathiya dismantles the common but harmful practice of porn recovery streak counting. He explains why focusing on day-by-day streaks creates a counterproductive positive feedback loop that tends to reinforce addiction and shame cycles. Instead, he proposes a revolutionary shift toward tracking broader trends over time, supported by a heart and root-based approach that tackles underlying issues like trauma and core beliefs. The episode also emphasizes the value of community and accountability in long-term recovery and includes practical tools such as a free progress tracker spreadsheet and a free book to guide listeners toward lasting freedom. SATHIYA'S RESOURCES: Free Recovery Book (The Last Relapse) Join the brotherhood (DeepClean Inner Circle) Live Training To Quit Porn For Good Progress Tracker Timestamps: 02:55 Sathiya introduces himself, shares his personal addiction story and the main topic: why counting streaks to quit pornography is the worst approach. 05:36 Deep dive into why streak counting fails and how it reinforces addiction through positive feedback loops. 08:59 Explanation of how ending streaks causes relapse and fuels a shame and repentance cycle. 12:45 Sathya describes his frustration with streak counting and his desire to find a more effective, numeric metric. 14:37 Introduction of the concept of tracking trends instead of streaks as a healthier, longer-term metric. 15:48 Example of a client's monthly progress showing reduction in slips, illustrating the power of trend tracking. 17:15 Importance of support systems and community in recovery, contrasted with lone wolf streak counting. 19:24 Announcement of a free progress tracker spreadsheet to help listeners track trends and measure recovery effectively. 21:27 Q&A: Managing accountability when competition over streaks causes frustration and shame. 31:36 Final Q&A addressing relapse and damaged relationship with God, emphasizing stopping streak counting and focusing on root healing and practical steps.
James Johnson completed all six Eredivisie Pro Hot Streak steps in just 12 days, winning $1,133 using Limited cards along the way.On today's Sorare with Laird, James joins me to break down exactly how he did it and whether speed-running Hot Streaks is a viable Sorare strategy.We'll discuss how to scout the schedule for Hot Streak opportunities, which leagues and teams may be best suited for a fast climb, what types of players you need in your gallery, and how much risk comes with trying to complete all six steps as quickly as possible.And while James did it with Limited cards, the potential rewards get even bigger if you're willing to use Classic or In-Season Rare cards.Can Hot Streaks really be beaten this quickly—or did everything just line up perfectly?
Disney Solitaire is one of the biggest launches of the year, and it might be too successful for its own parent company.This episode breaks down how SuperPlay turned a solitaire game into a Disney-powered hit, why Playtika's debt and earn-out deal could push it to sell, and how Disney Solitaire stacks up against Tiki Solitaire, Grand Harvest and Candy Crush Solitaire. We also look at the full solitaire market, the live ops gap between Disney and everyone else, and whether solitaire can ever rival puzzle.Topics Covered:• Why games that scale in tier two and three markets struggle in tier one• Playtika's debt, the SuperPlay earn-out and a possible sale• Revenue dropping slower than downloads as a health signal• How big the solitaire market actually is• MobilityWare and the ad-only solitaire model• Disney Solitaire as a reskin of Domino Dreams• Why the second game in an IP is half the size of the first• The social casino pay-to-play economy in Tiki Solitaire• Candy Crush Solitaire's hold slot and card design choices• How Disney Solitaire handles its IP and meta• Near wins and a puzzle-style level funnel• Disney's 25 to 30 live events per week versus competitors• Why IP owners may not be the best builders of their own games• Is solitaire coming for puzzle?CHAPTERS: 0:00:00 Introduction & Tier 1 Market Performance0:03:12 Why Playtika May Have to Sell Disney Solitaire0:09:31 The History & Size of the Solitaire Market0:10:58 Why Solitaire Has Struggled to Monetize0:16:20 Disney Solitaire vs. Domino Dreams0:21:12 How Solitaire Games Monetize: The Casino Mechanic0:24:51 Tiki, Grand Harvest & Candy Crush Solitaire0:28:23 What Disney Solitaire Does Differently0:33:41 Live Ops, Streaks & the Disney Advantage0:36:51 Why IP Owners Struggle to Extend Their Games0:38:02 Is Solitaire Coming for Puzzle?0:40:00 Final Thoughts & Outro
On this week's edition of the LOI Wrap-Up, a new series highlighting all the action, reaction and storylines of the weekend's League of Ireland Action, Ross Flanagan brings you through last night's action and beyond as:Bohs, Rovers leave it lateShels break their winless streakDerry City help their safety pushA battle on both ends of the tableThe WPD run-inA race to get in and out of the playoffWhat's at play after the International Break.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join
Stop the Presses, NYCFC Won a Game! Streaks happen in sports. It is part of the cycle of a season. NYCFC can only hope that the victory on Saturday is a pivotal moment for the remainder of their season with only nine games remaining and the team clinging to a playoff position. This week Mike Anderer, Mike Allen and J.R. diBart discuss the two matches from last week and share audio from Pascal Jansen, Assistant Coach, Medhi Ballouchy, and Thiago Martins.
College Football Week 1 is here, and WagerTalk Today is loaded with picks, betting trends and matchup analysis for Friday and Saturday's biggest games.Andy Lang and Dan Alexander kick off Wednesday's show with the WagerTalk Today PLAY OF THE DAY before welcoming Drew Martin and Ralph “The Pen” Michaels to attack the College Football Week 1 betting board.00:00 Introduction01:00 WagerTalk Play of the Day02:30 Sports News and Notes05:10 Drew Martin Introduction06:45 Brewers vs Cubs Prediction12:00 Toledo vs Michigan State Prediction 14:30 Drew Martin Premium Specials!15:50 Miami vs Stanford Prediction21:55 Ralph Michaels Introduction24:30 Ralph Michaels CFB Trends and Angles28:40 Boise State vs Oregon Prediction32:25 Ralph Michaels Premium Offers & Streaks!33:55 Marshall vs Penn State Prediction39:25 NFL Futures - Bhayshul Tuten42:45 GoldSheet Play of the Day
When should you keep chasing a Sorare Pro Hot Streak...and when is it better to stop?I've found myself facing that decision repeatedly in Sorare 27 — deciding to go for the next level, changing my mind, and then changing it right back. So today we're diving into one of the biggest strategic questions with Pro Hot Streaks: how aggressive should you actually be?We'll discuss whether it's better to get as many attempts as possible or strategically wait for better schedules, how that decision changes depending on the league you're playing, and whether certain cards are actually more valuable as trading assets than Hot Streak options.We'll also look at the importance of when players play within a gameweek. If someone plays late, should you hold them for another Hot Streak attempt or sell them to managers who suddenly need another option?There's a lot more game theory involved with Hot Streaks than simply picking five players and hoping they score well. Let's figure out the best way to approach it.
Streaks are over! German, Selvin, and yours truly are joined by David from CG Sports Media to chat Houston's first loss since May in St. Louis, check on the latest news, and preview a big game back home against San Jose. Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 02:27 Review: St. Louis City 09:28 Concerns for depth at tail-end of the season? 17:29 First start for Marcelo Saracchi, Bogusz and missed chances 27:30 Interest for Jack McGlynn near end of transfer window 34:31 Ondřej Lingr sold to Korona Kielce in Poland 40:55 Dynamo 2 sign Chibuike Ukaegbu from Sacramento Republic, loading up on defenders 45:05 Preview: San Jose Earthquakes 54:20 Dos clinch MLS NEXT Pro Playoffs with five games to go! Credits: ⬢ Noodle Time is hosted by Mark Segovia, German Benitez, Selvin Garcia, and yours truly Andrés Naranjo! ⬢ Today's guest is David Castro from CG Sports Media. ⬢ Intro/Outro music by Matt Houston. | Starfox - Armada [Matt Houston Remix] ⬢ Check out all of our content at DynamicFoxtrot.com. ⬢ Support Foxtrot Media on Ko-fi.com/DynamicFoxtrot. ⬢ Follow the fox on Twitter (@DynamicFoxtrot), Instagram (@dynamicfoxtrot), and Bluesky (@DynamicFoxtrot). ⬢ Subscribe to Foxtrot TV on YouTube! ⬢ Thumbnail photo provided by Houston Dynamo FC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mike, Ali, and Beau recap and react to the Atlanta Braves beating the Los Angeles Dodgers 6-5 at home last night in game two of their three game series thanks to a pinch hit walk-off RBI single by shortstop Ha-Seong Kim in the bottom of the ninth inning, and explain why they think Kim and Braves catcher Sean Murphy both had games that could turn into hot streaks
We recap last weekend's matches for Calgary's pro soccer clubs. Cavalry FC handled Ottawa at Spruce Meadows winning 3-1. In Montreal, the Wild extended their best run of form this season with a 2-2 against the Roses.The university soccer season has crept up on us and the first edition of the Crowchild Classic will happen on Thursday. The Dinos and Cougars men's sides will face off at McMahon on Thursday afternoon. We briefly discuss the match. Subscribe to our Substack or follow us on Twitter/X or on Instagram or Bluesky.Our website is yycsoccer.com
Hey Cowart's Clan, we have a BIG show for you this week. We start (11:00 mins) with the Akron Zips running the weirdest, and maybe best, promo of all time for season ticket holders. Then, we talk about the Triumphant Tigers ending their 111-game losing streak but winning over the hearts of all sports fans followed by one of the craziest sports seasons ever. We cap that with (very) brief WNBA discussion. Then we dive into the doozy, Mark Walter (Dodgers owner) may be heading the largest sports scandal of all-time writing checks that he literally cannot cash without breaking the law. We close with Vikings QB talk! If you love talking sports, this is the show for you! So, come on into Cowart's Corner!
Not all Sorare Pro Hot Streaks are created equal.Playing Premier League Hot Streaks can be a very different experience from La Liga, the Championship, Contender and other competitions — and the schedule might be the biggest reasons why.Today, I'm breaking down how the different leagues affect my Hot Streaks strategies, why fixture schedules matter so much, and why staying patient is an absolute MUST if you're going to play this format.We'll also tackle the bigger question: Can you actually make significant returns playing Sorare's PvE game?We'll discuss:• Why some leagues are much better suited for Hot Streaks than others• How the schedule changes the way you should approach each competition• Why a bad stretch doesn't necessarily mean your strategy isn't working• The danger of chasing results and constantly changing your gallery• How much patience Hot Streaks really require• Whether the potential rewards justify the cards, time and effort• Whether Hot Streaks can actually generate meaningful returns over a full seasonIf you're playing Sorare Pro Hot Streaks, or trying to decide whether you should, come hang out and let me know which leagues you're attacking this season.
Neither Laird nor Harry Trades is particularly excited about playing Pro Hot Streaks — so why are they both playing them in Sorare 27?The PvE side of Sorare remains incredibly appealing, but building a sustainable Hot Streak strategy raises plenty of questions.On today's Sorare with Laird, we'll break down how we're approaching Pro Hot Streaks for Sorare 27: • Why we're playing Hot Streaks despite not loving the format • Which leagues we're targeting • Whether it makes sense to play multiple leagues • How much time Hot Streaks could require each week • How Rare cards and boosts factor into our strategies • Whether this is actually a sustainable way to play Sorare all season • What could make us change our approach Hot Streaks may not be our favorite Sorare game mode, but if we're going to play them, we need a strategy that actually works. Join us live as we figure out how we want to attack Sorare 27 Pro Hot Streaks. Connect with Harry Trades:
Watch the YouTube version of this episode HEREWhat if your law firm's case management system was designed to be as engaging as Duolingo or TikTok?In this episode, Tyson breaks down an experiment he is currently testing inside his own law firm: using the psychology behind habit-forming apps to make everyday work more engaging.Tyson shares how his firm is building features like daily streaks, personalized quests, team wins, badges, rewards, and even mini games directly into its case management system. But the goal is not to make employees addicted to work. Instead, Tyson explains how these same behavioral principles can be used with intentional guardrails to help employees know what to work on, recognize progress, and make completing important tasks a little more enjoyable.In this episode, we dive into:Why Tyson decided to gamify his law firm's case management systemThe four-part “hook model” behind many habit-forming productsHow variable rewards keep people coming back to apps like TikTok and InstagramUsing AI to create a personalized daily list of important tasksWhy Tyson built streaks—and “streak freezes”—into his firm's systemHow automated recognition can celebrate employee wins without creating unhealthy competitionWhy Tyson is hesitant to use traditional employee leaderboardsThe importance of giving productivity systems an actual finish lineHow to use behavioral psychology without encouraging employees to work constantlyWhy Tyson built a “kill switch” into the system in case gamification creates unintended consequencesTyson also explains how the firm's new “Daily Run” identifies important work from each employee's real task queue, including client communication, overdue tasks, and upcoming deadlines. Once employees complete their most important work, they can earn rewards and maintain their streak while still having a clear stopping point for the day.Timestamps00:00 — Why Tyson is making his case management system more addictive03:00 — The psychology behind habit-forming platforms05:00 — Why law firms are competing with social media for employee attention07:00 — Building streaks and rewards into everyday work09:00 — The five hooks law firms can borrow from social media10:00 — Using AI to create a personalized Daily Run14:00 — Tracking work and employee activity inside the firm16:00 — Variable rewards tied to real accomplishments19:00 — Streaks, loss aversion, and giving employees grace21:00 — Social validation without ranking employees24:00 — Why every productivity system needs a finish line26:00 — Building guardrails and a kill switch into gamificationIf you are looking for ways to get your team more engaged with the systems your firm already uses, this episode offers a fascinating look at how behavioral psychology, AI, and gamification could change the way work gets done inside a law firm.
Send us Fan MailYou can show up every single day for ten years and still be lying to yourself about being disciplined. In this episode, we unpack the story most of us have quietly built into our identity: that consistency in one arena means we have the muscle everywhere. Emilia walks through a conversation with a business owner who had opened his doors seven days a week for a decade and could not get himself to the gym once in three months, and what happened when the difference between self-discipline and survival got named out loud.Bianca recorded this one after calling out sick, which turned into the clearest example we could have asked for. We get into non-negotiables and why you have to choose your arenas before you can expand them, the ping-pong between "I am not disciplined at all" and "I am completely disciplined," the shift from being held accountable by the people around you to doing it when nobody would ever know, and the neuroscience underneath it all. Plus the reframe that changes the whole thing: discipline is not suffering, it is being the butler to your future self. Start where you are.Here's a related episode that builds on today's conversation: #458 | How To Connect To Your True Self - https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/evolve-ventures/id1511831621?i=1000739645300Learn more about:
Catching up with the Discord! Blip or beast - can these late season CBB hot streaks continue? Drafting a squad using freshmen, internationals, and transfers! The Sleepers Podcast is now available daily with new episodes every Monday-Friday! The College Basketball stock market is LIVE on Stakeholder! Buy low or sell high on teams as they lose and add players in the portal! Join using our link for an instant $15 bonus: https://stak3holder.com/join/sleepersmedia Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Post Malone Biography Flash a weekly Biography. Post Malone's last few days have been a mix of chart triumph, stadium drama, and tantalizing teases about his next musical era, all of it feeding straight into the long‑term story of an artist who refuses to sit still. Forbes reports that his country pivot, the 2024 album F‑1 Trillion, just crossed a major milestone: 100 weeks on the Billboard 200 and the Top Country Albums charts, with his Morgan Wallen duet “I Had Some Help” still hovering in the top 30 of the Streaming Songs chart nearly two years on. That kind of longevity cements this phase of his career as more than a genre detour; it is now a defining chapter in his biography and a proof point that Post is a durable cross‑genre hitmaker, not a fleeting viral act. On the ground, the biggest headline in the past few days has been weather, not music. According to CBC News and Edmonton CityNews, Post's Saturday night stop on The BIG ASS Stadium Tour at Commonwealth Stadium in Edmonton was dramatically cut short when a sudden, violent thunderstorm hammered the open‑air venue. After just a couple of songs, lightning approached, winds gusted near 94 kilometres per hour, and nearly 30 millimetres of rain fell in about an hour, forcing Post to tell more than 30,000 fans to shelter in place in the stadium concourse. Local outlets including Culture Alberta and Nine Entertainment report that the stage and parts of the seating area were damaged, and organizers ultimately cancelled the show and issued refunds. It is a rare instance where a Post Malone tour date becomes a civic resilience story, with Edmonton officials now publicly debating stadium preparedness for extreme weather and documenting millions in storm‑related damages around the city. That places Post right at the centre of a broader conversation about live entertainment in an era of climate volatility, a detail future biographers will not ignore. Social‑media‑wise, the aftermath of the storm has been widely shared via fan reels and posts, but the most biographically meaningful online content of the month remains his earlier teaser of a rap‑leaning track tied to his upcoming 40‑song double album The Eternal Buzz. The Express and Holler report that the snippet, posted on Instagram and X with him in a cowboy hat drinking Bud Light, sparked speculation that he is pivoting back toward his 2016 trap and hip‑hop sound after the country run. That is still unconfirmed in detail, but the consistent reporting from outlets like Holler that The Eternal Buzz is advancing, with collaborations in Nashville and a lead single called “Chrome Heartbreaker” already performed at the World Cup closing ceremony, suggests his next era is actively in motion and may redefine his genre identity yet again. On the personal front, there have been no verified new relationship bombshells or custody twists in the last few days. Holler previously documented that he and ex‑partner Jamie Park settled their custody dispute late last year and that he is reportedly dating Christy Lee; any fresh gossip beyond that is currently speculation unsupported by major news outlets. His tour schedule, according to official listings compiled by Vivid Seats and the Big Ass Stadium Tour site, keeps him on the road through U.S. and Canadian stadiums, including upcoming dates in Kansas City, Ames, Missoula, another night in Edmonton, and Salt Lake City. That continued stadium run reinforces the picture of Post as a live draw at true arena scale, a status that sits alongside his streaming metrics and award nominations as core biographical markers. You have been listening to Post Malone Biography Flash, where we track every twist in the story of Austin Post, from storm‑soaked stadiums to future‑shaping albums. Thank you for listening, and please subscribe so you never miss an update on Post Malone. And if you want more deep‑dive biographies like this, search the term Biography Flash for more great Biographies. Thanks for listening. This has been a Quiet Please production. Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta
On a Top Five Friday, Keefe and Justin Turpin rank their top Streaks.
Keefe and Justin Turpin kicked off the show discussing the comments made, yesterday, by Red Sox insider Rob Bradford on why the Sox should pursue Kansas City Royals infielder Bobby Witt Jr. Who should the Red Sox be targeting in the trade market? Finally on a Top Five Friday, Keefe and Turp rank their top Streaks.
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ITL dives into another edition of Around The NFL as training camp inches closer, reacting to more fallout from ESPN's recent layoffs, Nico Collins landing at No. 58 on the NFL Top 100 list, and several other headlines from around the league. Reggie then takes a deeper dive into what he calls the anatomy of a season-changing streak, using examples from around baseball to explain why one hot stretch could completely alter the Astros' season. The hour wraps with What's Popping, featuring the biggest stories from the worlds of sports and entertainment.
Chris Chavez, Kyle Merber and Preet Majithia recap all of the major action at the 2026 Prefontaine Classic. Streaks ended, young stars arrived, and the whole distance-and-sprint order got shaken up in a single afternoon in Eugene.Discussed in this episode:– Tate Taylor wins the men's 200m in 19.75 into a -0.9 headwind: The biggest surprise of the meet. Tebogo was the overwhelming favorite. We discuss why it's different from the Gout Gout 19.67. Taylor confirmed he will not be running USAs, and the World U20 Championships in Eugene in August is now the most anticipated junior sprint matchup of the year.– Nikki Hiltz wins the mile in 4:17.49: Ends Faith Kipyegon's five-year, 24-race unbeaten streak in 1500m/mile events on the track, dating to a loss to Sifan Hassan in Florence on June 10, 2021. – This was not peak Faith Kipyegon; Faith posted on Instagram after: “Since Shanghai, I've been dealing with a hamstring injury, but the last two weeks have been a step in the right direction.”– Cam Myers wins the Bowerman Mile in 3:46.06: First Australian to win the Bowerman Mile. Six days after running 3:28.00 in Paris, he sat in, took control at 600m, and closed the final 100 in 13.1 — the fastest of the race. Yared Nuguse second. Ethan Strand third in 3:46.97 after being well back at the bell.– Kyle's argument: please stop making athletes announce signings right before major races.– Josh Kerr, London Diamond League, July 18th: Ten days out from his world record attempt. He's been living in his altitude tent for twelve hours a day, writing for The Telegraph, and posting workouts that Kyle described as “giving serious hope”– Lilian Odira beats Keely Hodgkinson in the women's 800m, 1:56.19 to 1:56.73.– World record watch for London: Keely's situation two weeks out makes any WR talk look ambitious. She's still on the start list.– Melissa Jefferson-Wooden beats Sha'Carri Richardson in the women's 100m, 10.78 to 10.79: MJW extends her unbeaten 100m streak to ten races since the Paris Olympic final.– Sha'Carri's start looked better than it has at points this season. She's firmly back.– Kayinsola Ajayi wins the men's 100m in 9.84: Beats world champion Oblique Seville (9.89). Ties his PB and national record. A college kid finishing an NCAA season and immediately beating the world champion validates the performance.– Jamal Britt wins the men's 110m hurdles over Ja'kobe Tharp: Kyle's call from the preview episode vindicated.____________Hosts: Chris Chavez | @chris_j_chavez + Preet Majithia | @preet_athletics + Kyle Merber | @kylemerberProduced by: Jasmine Fehr | @jasminefehr____________SUPPORT OUR SPONSORSBANDIT: For 2026, Bandit is providing support for any Unsponsored athletes competing at the USATF Outdoor Championships. Every contract includes a release clause so an athlete can sign with a bigger brand the moment an offer lands. 11 Unsponsored alumni have already gone on to deals with some of the largest footwear brands in the world. Competing at USATF Outdoors? Interested? Contact: timrossi@banditrunning.comCORE: The CORE 2 Thermal Sensor takes the guessing out of heat training. It reads your core body temperature in real time - no thermometer, nothing invasive, and you can actually see what's happening inside your body while you train. Take 10% off the CORE 2 with code CITIUS10 at checkout when you visit corebodytemp.com.VELOUS: VELOUS makes recovery footwear designed to help runners bounce back faster between sessions. Their sandals feature Tri-Motion™ Technology: a technical three-density foam system and contoured footbed engineered to cushion impact, support your arches, and help your toes stretch and relax on every step. Run. Recover. Repeat. with VELOUS! Get 20% off your VELOUS order with code CITIUSMAG20 at checkout including FREE Shipping!
In Hour 3, Silver and JD delve into the complexities of the Giants' roster and the challenges they face in making tough decisions about who to keep and who to trade with the question arising: do the Giants have too much hitting? With a pitching staff that's been struggling, the Giants may be tempted to trade some of their hitting talent to shore up their rotation and bullpen for the future.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The Giants' Lineup Conundrum: A Delicate Balance Hour 4: The San Francisco Giants are facing a challenging situation with their lineup, and it's not just about who's playing where, but also about finding the right balance. In this episode, the hosts dive into the intricacies of the team's current roster and the decisions that need to be made. With a mix of hot and cold players, the Giants are trying to find the right combination to get back on track. The conversation centers around the return of Heliot Ramos, who's been out with a quad strain, and the potential impact on the lineup. The hosts discuss the pros and cons of playing Ramos in the outfield, particularly in right field, where Jung Hoo Lee has been playing exceptionally well. They also touch on the idea of platooning Drew Gilbert, who's been on a tear, and the possibility of moving Casey Schmitt to shortstop. The hosts also discuss the team's current situation, 13 games under .500, and how they can still experiment with their lineup without jeopardizing their chances of winning. They mention that if the team continues to win, they can afford to try out different combinations without worrying about the consequences. If you're a Giants fan, you won't want to miss this episode as the hosts break down the team's lineup conundrum and offer their insights on how to navigate this challenging situation. Tune in to hear their thoughts on the Giants' current roster and the decisions that need to be made to get back on track.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Giants' Lineup Conundrum: A Delicate Balance Hour 4: The San Francisco Giants are facing a challenging situation with their lineup, and it's not just about who's playing where, but also about finding the right balance. In this episode, the hosts dive into the intricacies of the team's current roster and the decisions that need to be made. With a mix of hot and cold players, the Giants are trying to find the right combination to get back on track. The conversation centers around the return of Heliot Ramos, who's been out with a quad strain, and the potential impact on the lineup. The hosts discuss the pros and cons of playing Ramos in the outfield, particularly in right field, where Jung Hoo Lee has been playing exceptionally well. They also touch on the idea of platooning Drew Gilbert, who's been on a tear, and the possibility of moving Casey Schmitt to shortstop. The hosts also discuss the team's current situation, 13 games under .500, and how they can still experiment with their lineup without jeopardizing their chances of winning. They mention that if the team continues to win, they can afford to try out different combinations without worrying about the consequences. If you're a Giants fan, you won't want to miss this episode as the hosts break down the team's lineup conundrum and offer their insights on how to navigate this challenging situation. Tune in to hear their thoughts on the Giants' current roster and the decisions that need to be made to get back on track.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Most brands treat their subscriber portal like a settings page. Turns out, it's actually their highest-risk revenue moment — 70% of subscribers who log in are there to cancel, skip, or bail. Piyush Jain, CEO of Loop Subscriptions, has the data from 1,900+ D2C brands to prove it, and the playbook to stop it.Inside the episode:How OSEA Malibu cut churn from 10% to 5% without offering a single discount — using a free travel kit timed to the exact order where most subscribers were dropping offThe "Mystery Reward" pop-up that intercepts high-intent cancellations in real time — and reduces churn by another 23% for brands using itWhy 20–25% of cancellations happen within days of your upcoming order email — and how Four Sigmatic engineered a 40% save rate on their cancellation flowHow Good Protein drives 25% of total subscription revenue from upsells — and why second-order subscribers are worth 2x more than first-order onesNon-traditional subscription plays for brands outside consumables: from air purifier filter programs to digital membership add-ons—Sponsored by OMG Commerce - go to https://www.omgcommerce.com/contact and request your FREE strategy session today!—Chapters: [00:00] Intro — Mystery Rewards & The Portal Churn Problem[00:22] Show Introduction & Guest Welcome — Piyush Jain of Loop Subscriptions[02:29] Why 70% of Portal Visitors Want to Cancel or Skip[04:09] Case Study: OSEA Malibu Cuts Churn in Half With Gift Rewards[06:59] Mystery Rewards — Gamifying the Portal for High-Risk Subscribers[10:55] Streaks & Loyalty Gamification — The Duolingo-Inspired Approach[14:22] Zero-Day Churn — When Customers Subscribe Just for the Discount[19:43] Cancellation Flows — How FourSigmatic Saves 40% of Cancellations[21:42] Increasing Product Consumption to Reduce Churn[25:03] Second-Order Subscribers — Why They're 2X More Valuable[29:13] Upselling as a Zero-CAC Revenue Channel — The Good Protein Story[34:20] Non-Traditional Subscriptions — Air Purifiers, Shoes & Digital Memberships[39:07] How to Increase Subscription Take Rate on the PDP[42:42] Wrap-Up & How to Connect With Loop Subscriptions—Connect With Brett: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thebrettcurry/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQmbMwBW8LYDfFAqNqlgTGw Website: https://www.omgcommerce.com/ Request a Free Strategy Session: https://www.omgcommerce.com/contactRelevant Links: Piyush's LinkedIn: /piyush-jn/Past guests on eCommerce Evolution include Ezra Firestone, Steve Chou, Drew Sanocki, Jacques Spitzer, Jeremy Horowitz, Ryan Moran, Sean Frank, Andrew Youderian, Ryan McKenzie, Joseph Wilkins, Cody Wittick, Miki Agrawal, Justin Brooke, Nish Samantray, Kurt Elster, John Parkes, Chris Mercer, Rabah Rahil, Bear Handlon, JC Hite, Frederick Vallaeys, Preston Rutherford, Anthony Mink, Bill D'Allessandro, Stephane Colleu, Jeff Oxford, Bryan Porter and more
Big changes are being discussed for Star Trek Fleet Command, and this episode breaks down what players need to know after the latest conversations with Cameron Stewart and the creator community. We talk through Scopely's new focus on tech stability, culture, economy, regular players, seven-day streaks, bulk claim, and why “happy players spend money” might finally be more than a slogan. We also dig into upcoming arc direction, including M92, M93 Anthology, M94's slower experience-driven approach, and the introduction of seasons beginning around M95. Plus, we cover the creator program's changing role, min-maxer feedback, economy repair, officer design, community mod support, and why player feedback may be more important right now than it has been in years. 0:50 Welcome to Talking Trek Live 5:39 Stupid News and opening chaos 13:01 Bundle claim improvements explained 17:14 Multi-claim and faster store interactions 22:00 Backend tech changes and server communication 25:21 Boost mode for high-traffic systems 28:18 Cam's three pillars: tech, economy, and culture 31:48 “Happy players spend money” returns 32:20 Regular Players become the key KPI 37:04 Seven-day streaks and why Cam values them 39:20 Why quality of life should not be a reward 41:19 Community homework: what should the seven-day bonus be? 46:01 Cam's 50+ one-on-one meetings with the STFC team 48:16 Failure, learning, and changing Scopely's internal culture 55:34 David Eckleberry is back in an advisory role 58:13 Engineering council and better technical feedback 1:02:30 M92, playtests, and the culture shift around shipping content 1:03:59 M93 Anthology confirmed as the content pause 1:04:21 M94 described as slower and more experience-driven 1:24:14 Why the creator program is becoming more important 1:31:23 How creator feedback is being routed back to Scopely 1:41:34 M92, M93, M94, and the road to seasons 1:42:04 Seasons begin with M95 1:46:39 Why Scopely wants feedback from hyper-engaged players 1:50:04 The economy problem and why min-maxers matter 1:56:11 Two-way communication and the changing creator program 2:02:25 Officer systems and captain maneuver concerns 2:07:16 Making officers more accessible while monetizing upgrades 2:12:01 Seven-day rewards: efficiency vs quality of life 2:22:01 Recap of the biggest open questions for players 2:24:12 Official community mod is now supported by STFC 2:37:00 Final plugs and closing chaos
Alissa Coram and Ken Shreve walk through Wednesday's market action and discuss key stocks to watch in Stock Market Today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Carl and Mike are joined by Grant McAuley as they discuss the latest on the Braves including Ronald Acuna Jr. needing to get that grand slam to hopefully help him get on a tear.
The Chicago Cubs 10-game losing streak is over. Tommy and Nick are together for a live postgame reaction to game three against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Topics include Ian Happ's rebound, Pete Crow-Armstrong heating, and the beginning of labor disputes between the MLBPA and owners.SUPPORT THE SHOW! Purchase your Chicago Cubs shirts from OBVIOUS SHIRTS. USE CODE: ONTAPSPORTS for 10% OFF your purchase!Cubs On Tap is presented by OnTapSportsNet.com, your go-to source for Cubs news, analysis, and updates.Follow us on social media: @CubbiesOnTap | @OnTapSportsNetTonight's Crew: @Nick_OnTap | @tomofwrigley
The 10-game losing streak is finally over. To put these wild swings of the season into context, listen to The Athletic’s Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney, who share field-level insights and clubhouse observations from their reporting. How are the Cubs reacting to these ups and downs? At this point, when should the club be counting on Steele to return? (Because the latest update did not sound promising.) Plus, an explainer of why Ben Brown appears to be a different pitcher right now.Buy two months of BlueChew Gold and get the third for FREE with promo code FOUL at BlueChew.comUse our code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order* seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discountSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Trevor Harris & The Dunkin Dad are back from Memorial Day Weekend as they recap the Western Conference Finals between Vegas Golden Knights & Colorado Avalanche . They talk about the cubs 10 game losing streak, whether Craig Counsell needs to be fired. they talk about the knicks going to the NBA finals for the first time since 1999 and so much more.
In this scorching episode of Dear Nikky, we explore the electrifying world of public sex, exhibitionism, and boundary-pushing sexual adventures. From heart-pounding public nudity and risky fitting room sex to daring hot tub exhibitionism and a wild hotel threesome, these confessions are packed with adrenaline, lust, and delicious risk.Three Hot Teasers:A bold woman finally fulfills her lifelong fantasy — walking her entire neighborhood completely naked at 2 a.m., heart racing with one close call from a pizza delivery driver.A married man sits rock-hard and fully naked in a public hot tub, chatting casually with two bikini-clad women who have no idea.Three sweaty, toned beach volleyball champions celebrate a tournament win with champagne and end up in a no-holds-barred hotel room threesome.Featured Stories in This Episode:Mall Fitting Room Anal – A risky public sex session with a salesgirl watchingMidnight Naked Neighborhood Walk – Full public nudity and exhibitionist thrillsPublic Hot Tub Exposure – Naked and hard next to unsuspecting strangersHighway Road Trip Dare – Full nudity while driving and intense car sexForbidden Roommate Stairwell Creampie – Cheating tension that finally snapsPoolside Parallel Play – Friends turn a pool day into group sexBeach Volleyball Hotel Threesome – Champagne-fueled lesbian threesome after the big winPlus: The Question of the Week on risky public sex, listener confessions, Nikky's naughty thoughts, and a dirty-sounding (but clean) riddle.Content Warning: This episode contains highly explicit sexual content including public sex, exhibitionism, public nudity, anal sex, group sex, threesomes, infidelity themes, and detailed erotic descriptions. All stories depict enthusiastic consent between adults. 18+ only. Listener discretion advised.Get InvolvedSubmit Your Confession: Send your hottest stories to Nikky@dearnikky.com or submit anonymously at DearNikky.com/confessionsJoin the Community: DiscordFollow Nikky: Twitter/X (@DNikky162), Instagram (@DNikky162), Facebook (@DearNikky)Support the ShowPatreon: Unlock exclusive confessions, bonus episodes & Q&As → Patreon.com/DearNikkyFeatured Release: Dear Nikky: Sex Confessions From People Just Like You — available now!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dear-nikky-hidden-desires--6316414/support.
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Peloton streaks just got a major upgrade — third-party apps like Apple Watch and Garmin workouts now count toward keeping your streak alive. We break down exactly how it works, what qualifies, and why this is a bigger deal than it sounds for members who cross-train.Also this week:Early reviews are in on Peloton IQ, the platform's new AI-powered coaching suite — we share what members are actually saying about rep tracking, form feedback, and personalized plansPeloton Run Club hits London and New York City on the same day — details on both eventsLululemon Members Weekend is coming back — here's what we knowInstructor Kirra Michel appears at the Love Shine Play FestivalInstructor Cody Rigsby made a joke about child leashes — parents of autistic children pushed back, and we talk about why it landed the way it didTunde Oyeneyin makes her Sports Illustrated Swimsuit debutJohanna Ricouz becomes a Lululemon AmbassadorJon Hosking is returning to PSNYKatie Wang visits the Purina Cat Chow Therapod (yes, really)TCO Peloton Superlatives are back — our annual community awardsTCO Top 5 and listener-recommended classesBenny Adami and Camila Ramon adapt a Tread playlistBritish Summer Fest returnsPeloton celebrates Father's Day in GermanyRobin Arzon's Yellow Challenge is livePeloton Strength class featuring Sofi TukkerChristian Vande Velde's next Real Route class confirmedJess King's ride celebrates 30 years of Electric Daisy CarnivalBirthdays: Christian Vande Velde (5/22) and Benny Adami (5/27)The Clip Out is the longest-running independent Peloton podcast. New episodes every Friday. Hosted by Crystal O'Keefe and Tom O'Keefe theclipout.com Instagram: @clipoutcrystalSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Mike Johnson, Ali Mac, and Beau Morgan play a round of Fair or Foul for the halftime portion of the show, and on this edition of Fair or Foul Ali, Mike, and Beau discuss if it's fair or foul to think that Atlanta Braves first baseman Matt Olson will hit 50 or more home runs this season, and more!
Mike Schopp and Bulldog discuss the Sabres' decision to start Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen in goal for their playoff matchup against Montreal. They explore the challenges of playing in a hostile environment like the Bell Centre and evaluate Luukkonen's season statistics
The Devil Wears Prada vs. the Met Gala… One is “sold out,” the other is a “sell-out”Streaks, leaderboards, & “Max Badges”... New rule for Disney employees? Use AI #PromptPressureThe world's most popular drug of all-time is now GLP-1… And Eli Lilly is winning the race.Plus, Venmo is up for sale… who should buy it?$PYPL $DIS $LLYNEWSLETTER:https://tboypod.com/newsletter OUR 2ND SHOW:Want more business storytelling from us? Check our weekly deepdive show, The Best Idea Yet: The untold origin story of the products you're obsessed with. Listen for free to The Best Idea Yet: https://wondery.com/links/the-best-idea-yet/NEW LISTENERSFill out our 2 minute survey: https://qualtricsxm88y5r986q.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_dp1FDYiJgt6lHy6GET ON THE POD: Submit a shoutout or fact: https://tboypod.com/shoutouts SOCIALS:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tboypod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tboypodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@tboypod Linkedin (Nick): https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolas-martell/Linkedin (Jack): https://www.linkedin.com/in/jack-crivici-kramer/Anything else: https://tboypod.com/ About Us: The daily pop-biz news show making today's top stories your business. Formerly known as Robinhood Snacks, The Best One Yet is hosted by Jack Crivici-Kramer & Nick Martell. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In the second hour, Mike Mulligan and David Haugh discussed how the Cubs and White Sox have both been playing good baseball lately. After that, MLB Pipeline writer Jim Callis joined the show to discuss the top prospects in the farm systems of the Cubs and White Sox.
Send us Fan Mail Most of us have built and broken the same habit a dozen times. We blame our discipline. We blame our willpower. We promise ourselves the next attempt will be different. In this episode, host Avik sits down with Roger Webb, a behavior change researcher with three decades of experience and the creator of the Random Habit app, for a conversation that gently dismantles almost everything we've been taught about habit-building. Roger argues that the real reason habits fail isn't moral, it's mechanical. The streak culture, the rigid trackers, the all-or-nothing programs were never designed for humans living human lives. He walks us through what's actually happening in the brain when a habit takes hold, why randomness beats repetition, and why coming back after a missed day is the most powerful thing you can do for your neural wiring. This is for anyone who has quietly decided they're "just not someone who can stick with things." Spoiler: the science says otherwise. About the Guest: Roger Webb is a behavior change researcher, coach, and the creator of Random Habit™, a neuroscience-based habit-building app that uses randomized dopamine reinforcement to wire new behaviors into the brain. Over a 30-year career, Roger has worked with more than 15,000 clients globally, helping people understand the subconscious mind and how lasting behavior change actually happens. Random Habit launches in Spring 2026. Key Takeaways: You're not failing the habit. The method is failing you. Streak culture punishes humanity. Real behavior change has to be built around the fact that life will, at some point, get in the way. The brain doesn't die when you miss a day. It dies when you walk away. The neural pathway you've started building stays open as long as you keep returning. Coming back is the practice. Predictable reminders go stale. Random ones rewire. When the brain knows exactly when something is coming, the dopamine response flattens. Randomness keeps the pathway burning bright. Start smaller than feels serious. A "spark" — three sips of water, one push-up, one sentence in a journal — is enough to reinforce the loop. Tiny is the point. Celebrate showing up, not the outcome. The dopamine hit from a small celebration is what tells the brain "this is worth doing again." That's how habits anchor. The story you tell yourself after failing matters more than the failure. Chronic habit failure quietly becomes "I'm not someone who can do this." That belief is the real obstacle, and it can be unwritten. Connect With the Guest: Random Habit App: https://randomhabitapp.com Random Habit on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/randomhabitapp Random Habit on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RandomHabitApp Random Habit on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@randomhabitapp Roger Webb on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/comfortzonessuck Episode Chapters: [00:00] What If Everything You've Been Told About Habits Is Wrong? [02:00] 30 Years of Watching People Fail at Something That Should Be Natural [05:00] The Damage of Streak Culture — why white-knuckling is a setup for shame [08:00] The Wound Beneath the Failure — when missed habits become an identity story [11:00] What's Actually Happening in Your Brain When a Habit Collapses [15:00] Inside the Random Habit App — what a "spark" is and why it works [20:00] The Dopamine Difference — why randomness beats reminders [24:00] When Life Knocks You Sideways — the science of coming back [27:00] A Message for the Person Who's Decided They Can't — Roger's direct word [29:00] Where to Find Roger and Random Habit Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Disclaimer: This episode is produced for educational and informational purposes only. 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Mike Mulligan and David Haugh opened their show by discussing the Cubs extending their winning streak to eight games and White Sox slugger Munetaka Murakami homering for the fifth straight game. Later, they conducted the Pick 6 segment, where they debated the top sports stories of the day.
At long last, the Mets won a game to end their 12-game skid. But in the process, their star shortstop Francisco Lindor was injured. Also, Shohei Ohtani's on-base streak finally ended while Munetaka Murakami's home run streak continued. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A strange Knicks Hawks playoff rematch sparks a bigger conversation about fan culture, accountability, and what actually matters heading into the postseason. From the debate over crowd chants at Madison Square Garden to frustration with so called Iron Man streaks, the discussion zeroes in on whether certain traditions are meaningful or completely overblown. The conversation then shifts to baseball, where questions about the Mets clubhouse dynamics and front office decisions take center stage. Are past player conflicts being overanalyzed, or do they reveal deeper issues? Plus, a broader look at expectations, payroll, and why sustained success in New York is harder than it seems, even for teams willing to spend big.
The Knicks Hawks playoff matchup may look like a rematch on paper, but in reality it feels nothing like one. With almost no overlap from the 2021 series, the focus shifts to fan energy at Madison Square Garden and what kind of atmosphere actually makes sense for this group. From the overused Trae Young chants to whether fans try to get creative or just keep it simple, the conversation turns into a larger debate about how rivalries are built and sustained. That leads into a heated takedown of so called Iron Man streaks, highlighted by the frustration over players checking into games for mere seconds just to keep a streak alive. The argument centers on whether those records are legitimate or completely hollow, and if leagues should step in to define what real participation actually means. It is a mix of Knicks playoff anticipation and classic sports radio outrage that sets the tone early.
Today's Sports Daily covers round 1 of the Masters in the book and shooting down the myth, Shohei Ohtani has two streaks going that lead baseball, Michigan basketball already loading, and broadcasting in sports during the playoffs bothers me. 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.
On this week's Vogue & Amber: Vogue survives a hellish trip to St Barts involving delays, dodgy airport food and a boat full of seasick children, Imo reports back from Thailand, and the girls get into holiday highs, travel lows and whether long-haul flights are ever worth the bum pain (piles pillow anyone?).Plus, accidental celebrity spotting in St Barts, TikTok streak heartbreak, the strange case of the stolen KitKats, Spenny's PDA tendencies, and an Agony Amb about a work relationship that's feeling a bit too close for comfort.Watch us on Youtube! CLICK HERE! or search Vogue & AmberRemember, if you want to get involved you can:Email us at vogueandamberpod@global.com OR find us on socials @voguewilliams, @ambrerosolero @vogueandamberpodListen and subscribe to Vogue & Amber on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts.
The USC Triple-Double Podcast -- the Peristyle's basketball-focused podcast -- returns with Shotgun Spratling and Ahmad Akkaoui filling in to break down the latest news and recent struggles of USC men's and women's basketball. The Trojan men finished the regular season dropping their final seven games after suffering a pair of humbling losses to West Coast foes, falling by 19 points at Washington after holding a three-point lead at halftime and then getting blown out by 21 against UCLA with way too much baby blue cheering in the Galen Center. On the women's side, USC dropped its fourth straight game with a disappointing single-game showing in the Big Ten Tournament, falling to Washington by 12 points after the Women of Troy scored just 20 points in the first half. Shotgun and Ahmad break down all the latest action and look at what it will take for the Trojan men to go on a miraculous run in the Big Ten Tournament, starting with a rematch of the Washington team that just beat them soundly in Seattle. The podcasting duo also take a look at where the USC women stand as they've slid closer to the bubble in recent weeks. 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