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As the Iran War sends oil and gas prices spiralling, Labour's Ed Miliband has doubled down on his Net Zero zealotry. Switching from fossil fuels to renewables, the UK energy minister claims, will drive costs down, reduce volatility and protect British consumers from external shocks. Here, David Turver – energy analyst and author of the Eigen Values Substack – demolishes Miliband's green-energy delusions. Labour's crusade against fossil fuels, Turver says, has proven far more damaging than the war in Iran. Britain has been lumbered with an energy system that is needlessly expensive, overly reliant on imports and that carries the risks of widespread blackouts. Get tickets for the spiked summit – a brand-new flagship live event bringing spiked's writers and high-profile friends together for a day of bold debate, live Q&As and on-stage exchanges in Westminster, London. Find out more and book here: https://www.spiked-online.com/event/spiked-summit/ Read spiked: https://www.spiked-online.com/ Support spiked: https://www.spiked-online.com/support/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Victor and Kim open with podcast support requests and upcoming coverage, then discuss the Drops of God season finale “Break Free,” finding it anticlimactic and unresolved: Camille's choices damage others, Issa remains emotionally scarred after his mother's death, and the vineyard/wine conflicts end on cliffhangers that seem to assume a third season. They pivot to The Pitt season 2 episode 10, calling it a slower installment despite the waterpark collapse, highlighting cases and themes including ignored women's pain (ovarian torsion), a pediatric emergency airway, a degloving finger injury while a father searches for his missing son, and an amputated leg with a brusque surgeon. They note a recurring “talk to your mother” motif, Mohan's panic attack and Robby's harsh response, Mel's deposition stress and sister tensions, Santos' strain and her relationship with Garcia, and a hospice storyline ending with the cancer patient's death, plus hints that Robby's friend Duke may have a serious diagnosis. mailto:needssomeintroduction@gmail.com 00:00 Podcast Intro and Agenda 00:20 Support the Show 01:00 Upcoming Coverage Teasers 01:51 Kim Birthday Catch Up 03:16 Drops of God Finale Recap 04:46 Finale Frustrations and Loose Ends 08:23 Collateral Damage Theme 11:48 Acting and Character Depth 13:32 Switching to The Pit 15:13 Low Stakes and Missing Tension 16:54 Medical Notes and Missed Cases 20:09 Episode Theme Talk to Mom 21:15 Joy and Ogilvy Highlights 22:41 The Leg Case and Dr Shark 26:34 Back to Mohan and Pairings 27:12 Mohan Panic Fallout 28:25 Robbie Versus Al Hashimi 30:14 Surgeon Ego Clash 31:30 Emergency Airway Drama 33:02 Degloving Injury Mystery 35:43 Panic Attack Diagnosis 40:22 Mel Deposition Stress 42:58 Duke Cuts The Line 45:12 Moms And Work Life Balance 46:54 Cancer Patient Goodbye 50:42 Next Week Preview Wrap 52:14 Podcast Plugs And Farewell
Cristina Alexander, Herc Gomez, and Shaka Hislop start this edition of Futbol Americas by discussing the sudden wave of injuries that have hit the host nations for the 2026 World Cup. Then they react to Mauricio Pochettino's most recent comments, where he doesn't exactly shut the door to leaving the USMNT head coaching job after the World Cup this summer. Next, Noahkai Banks is noncommittal about his future with the USMNT. Neymar hits out at the critics and gossip concerning his injury history. The show closes out with a quick CONCACAF Champions Cup recap, followed by Run It Back and Drippin or Trippin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Kate Dramis is a Sunday Times Bestselling author, having writing the epic 'The Curse of Saints' fantasy trilogy. However, after a bout of writer's block and shiny-new-idea syndrome, she was inspired on a plane journey to write romance.'The Odds of You' tells the story of Sage Collins, a bestselling author en route to Comic Con, who is distracted on her flight by Theo Sharpe, the infuriatingly charming British actor who just won't stop talking. The chance meeting leds Sage to question everything... it's a romance novel after all.We discuss the sprints of writing on, and then writing off, that takes her through the day. Also, you can hear how she avoids reviews but still knew readers were fine with her switching genre, and how she made her publishers agree, and you can hear about the 10 major plot points she likes before starting to write.Get a copy of the book - uk.bookshop.org/shop/writersroutineThis week's episode is sponsored by the Quick Book Reviews Podcast, take a listen wherever you get your shows.Read the newsletter - writersroutine.substack.comSupport the show - patreon.com/writersroutineko-fi.com/writersroutine@writerspodwritersroutine.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Scott sits down for an in-depth conversation with Kireeti Kompella. Together they explore his impactful career and the evolution of modern networking. Kireeti, a key figure in protocol development, shares his journey from the Kernel Group at Juniper to leading work on fundamental technologies including his contributions to the C-chip patent. AdSpot Sponsor: Meter Meter... Read more »
Scott sits down for an in-depth conversation with Kireeti Kompella. Together they explore his impactful career and the evolution of modern networking. Kireeti, a key figure in protocol development, shares his journey from the Kernel Group at Juniper to leading work on fundamental technologies including his contributions to the C-chip patent. AdSpot Sponsor: Meter Meter... Read more »
Cristina Alexander, Herc Gomez, and Shaka Hislop start this edition of Futbol Americas by discussing the sudden wave of injuries that have hit the host nations for the 2026 World Cup. Then they react to Mauricio Pochettino's most recent comments, where he doesn't exactly shut the door to leaving the USMNT head coaching job after the World Cup this summer. Next, Noahkai Banks is noncommittal about his future with the USMNT. Neymar hits out at the critics and gossip concerning his injury history. The show closes out with a quick CONCACAF Champions Cup recap, followed by Run It Back and Drippin or Trippin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
HUGE Eagles Moves: Davis Extended, Woolen Signs, & 3 Starters LEAVE!The Philadelphia Eagles roster just changed forever! In today's episode, we break down a massive wave of Eagles Free Agency moves, including the Jordan Davis extension, the Tariq Woolen signing, and the shocking departure of three key defensive starters. Is Howie Roseman building a masterpiece or taking a massive gamble?Poll Question of the Day: "Howie Roseman will SWOOP in and trade for Maxx Crosby." Cast your vote in the comments! #Agree - #DisagreeIn This Episode: Eagles Free Agency Frenzy: A full breakdown of the Jordan Davis extension and what it means for the future of the defensive line, plus our reaction to the Tariq Woolen signing. 3 Starters LEAVE: We discuss the departures of Reed, Phillips, and Dean—analyzing why these starters are gone and who is expected to fill the void in the starting lineup. Any Hope Left for Sixers?: Switching gears to the hardwood to discuss the current state of the 76ers. Is there any path to a deep playoff run, or is the season slipping away? WBC Disaster Averted: Breaking down the latest news from the World Baseball Classic and how a potential disaster was avoided for the stars involved.Support the Channel: Subscribe for daily Eagles free agency coverage and Philly sports updates. Smash the LIKE button if you believe in Howie Roseman's plan! Turn on Notifications so you never miss a live stream.#Eagles #FlyEaglesFly #FreeAgency #HowieRoseman #JordanDavis #TariqWoolen #NFLFreeAgency #Sixers #76ers #TyreseMaxey #JoelEmbiid #WBC #Phillies #NBA #MLB #RingTheBell
In this week's episode of Bikinis After Babies, we're joined by Brittni Shae, an IFBB Fit Model Pro who proves that it's never too late to pursue big goals in bodybuilding.After years in the Bikini Division, Brittni made the bold decision to transition into the new NPC Fit Model Division. In 2025, she earned her pro card at NPC Universe Championships in the Open Fit Model category, at age 41. Like many women in the bodybuilding community, she balances the demands of prep with real life: motherhood, marriage, entrepreneurship, and the constant work of showing up online to educate and inspire others. Instead of letting those responsibilities hold her back, she's used them as motivation to push her limits and keep leveling up.Now preparing for her Fit Model pro debut, Brittni shares the lessons she's learned along the way- from training and posing to mindset and time management- and offers powerful advice for competitors who want to pursue their potential without waiting for the “perfect time.”Whether you're a current competitor, a busy mom chasing ambitious goals, or someone curious about the new Fit Model division, this episode is packed with practical insight and inspiration.In This Episode We Discuss the key differences in training, physique expectations, and presentation between the bikini and fit model divisions, the judge feedback that helped her evolve her physique and presentation, how athletes can determine if the Fit Model division might be a better fit for them than Bikini and her stage presence and posing tips that help competitors stand out!We hope that you enjoyed this episode and if so, we would LOVE it if you would rate, subscribe, and leave us reviews on how this podcast has helped you
This week on High Low Sports, hoop fans and gridiron junkies won't want to miss this! DJ and Kelsey break down the jaw-dropping 83-point explosion from Bam Adebayo—was it legendary, or just stat-padding? The guys dig into the numbers, debate fair or foul, and compare Bam's outing to other iconic NBA scoring performances. Switching gears, we get into the madness around Maxx Crosby's NFL future and the wild world of free agency—including Trey Hendrickson landing big, major Bears and Cowboys moves, and which teams are winning or losing the off-season. Plus, get your March Madness fix with predictions on both the Men's and Women's NCAA tournaments, and some spicy takes on the UFC's "Freedom 250" card at the White House. As always, we wrap with our Crunch Time segment—rapid-fire takes you need to hear! Subscribe for weekly, unfiltered sports talk—full of laughs, insights, dad jokes, and the best debates in the game. #BamAdebayo #NBA #MaxxCrosby #NFLFreeAgency #MarchMadness #UFC #SportsPodcast #HighLowSports What is the High Low Sports Podcast? The High Low Sports Podcast, hosted by sports junkies DJ and Kelsey, brings you the best (and worst) in sports each week. From wild stat lines and epic comebacks, to in-depth free agency news and unfiltered hot takes, High Low Sports is your source for everything happening in the world of sports—with a side of dad jokes and a ton of personality. Connect With Us:
Kat Rosenfield is the author of six books, including No One Will Miss Her (Edgar Award nominee for Best Novel), and the New York Times-bestselling A Trick of Light, co-authored with the late, great Stan Lee. Her latest is How to Survive in the Woods. A former reporter for MTV News and current columnist for The Free Press, her essays and cultural criticism have appeared in The Boston Globe, Vulture, Wired, AirMail, and The New York Times. She lives in Connecticut.Killer Women Podcast is copyrighted by Authors on the Air Global Radio Network#podcast #author #interview #authors #KillerWomen #KillerWomenPodcast #authorsontheair #podcast #podcaster #killerwomen #killerwomenpodcast #authors #authorsofig #authorsofinstagram #authorinterview #writingcommunity #authorsontheair #suspensebooks #authorssupportingauthors #thrillerbooks #suspense #wip #writers #writersinspiration #books #bookrecommendations #bookaddict #bookaddicted #bookaddiction #bibliophile #read #amreading #lovetoread #daniellegirard #daniellegirardbooks #katrosenfeld #harpercollins
Kat Rosenfield is the author of six books, including No One Will Miss Her (Edgar Award nominee for Best Novel), and the New York Times-bestselling A Trick of Light, co-authored with the late, great Stan Lee. Her latest is How to Survive in the Woods. A former reporter for MTV News and current columnist for The Free Press, her essays and cultural criticism have appeared in The Boston Globe, Vulture, Wired, AirMail, and The New York Times. She lives in Connecticut. Killer Women Podcast is copyrighted by Authors on the Air Global Radio Network #podcast #author #interview #authors #KillerWomen #KillerWomenPodcast #authorsontheair #podcast #podcaster #killerwomen #killerwomenpodcast #authors #authorsofig #authorsofinstagram #authorinterview #writingcommunity #authorsontheair #suspensebooks #authorssupportingauthors #thrillerbooks #suspense #wip #writers #writersinspiration #books #bookrecommendations #bookaddict #bookaddicted #bookaddiction #bibliophile #read #amreading #lovetoread #daniellegirard #daniellegirardbooks #katrosenfeld #harpercollins
Silence. Depth. Patience. Sitting with one thought has become incredibly challenging in a world dominated by mindless notifications. We've put multitasking on a pedestal only to discover that there is no such thing as doing two things simultaneously. Switching between tasks quickly, juggling the realm of binary code without much thought, has led us down a path where the vast majority of people struggle with all kinds of mental issues. FOCUS, a fundamental pillar in life, business, health, relationships, and many other areas, has lost its appeal. Scrolling until your thumbs are numb and your brain is fried is the new thing. The consequences of this shift are devastating. What we see today is the tip of the iceberg. Will the narrative crumble? Will we remember how to turn inward and pull wisdom from inside? This is entirely up to each and every one of us. It's one decision away. However, we have to be brave enough to choose wisely, commit, and walk the path. Learn to Reverse-Engineer Life-Cycles Before you continue to scatter your energy and pour your precious life force onto meaningless projects, objects, and conversations, sit down in a quiet place and reverse-engineer your life. Life has taught us to wear many hats. The number, color, and weight of our hats depend on which cycle we are in. In spring, we learn to walk, talk, play, and discover the very basics of what we call life. Most of the time, we are taken care of, we're fed, dressed, and protected by family and friends. It's the cycle where we learn how to craft our unique hats and wear them with pride. Summer is the time when we ‘go out to hunt'. We work hard, start businesses, climb the corporate ladder, travel the world, and create a family. The hats we wear increase in size, and with that, responsibility takes new shapes and forms. Autumn is the season where we reap the rewards IF we planted the seeds in spring and took care of our beautiful garden in the summer. It's the time when we delve deeper into relationships and give things in life a fresh perspective. The hats we wear in this life cycle are rich, albeit very colorful, through the skills, knowledge, and experiences we have gathered over the years. In winter, the hats become lighter, albeit warmer, as you wear them with pride, irrespective of other people's good opinion. It's the time when you give away your hats and share the wisdom gathered under the hood with those willing to listen and who appreciate your tidbits. The amazing benefit of doing this “tough” exercise, which involves facing one’s deepest fears, shadows, and regrets, lies in the insight we can gain, which translates into changing our course if we notice our ship is off track. The earlier in life you do this exercise and the more often you sit down to course-correct, the bigger the impact it will have. Minimizing regrets while living a fulfilled, joyful, and blissful life and adhering to one's passion fills our batteries with energy. Strip Away the Noise. Sit with Yourself Consistently. The noise in the “outside realm” is set to get louder if we don't find inner peace. Whether we like it or not, we create our reality, and if we don't like what we see in the mirror, it's up to us to change the input. Pick your thoughts and battles wisely. Learn to sit in silence and get to know yourself. The higher your addiction to gadgets, notifications, and distractions, the more difficult it will be to sit with one thought. Do it anyway. Teach yourself what you forgot, namely, to focus on what's most important to you. You're the captain of your life, so think and act accordingly. Attend a Live Webinar. Schedule a Consultation. The post Forget Multitasking. Sit with One Thought. appeared first on StrengthInBusiness.
Kat Rosenfield is the author of six books, including No One Will Miss Her (Edgar Award nominee for Best Novel), and the New York Times-bestselling A Trick of Light, co-authored with the late, great Stan Lee. Her latest is How to Survive in the Woods. A former reporter for MTV News and current columnist for The Free Press, her essays and cultural criticism have appeared in The Boston Globe, Vulture, Wired, AirMail, and The New York Times. She lives in Connecticut. Killer Women Podcast is copyrighted by Authors on the Air Global Radio Network #podcast #author #interview #authors #KillerWomen #KillerWomenPodcast #authorsontheair #podcast #podcaster #killerwomen #killerwomenpodcast #authors #authorsofig #authorsofinstagram #authorinterview #writingcommunity #authorsontheair #suspensebooks #authorssupportingauthors #thrillerbooks #suspense #wip #writers #writersinspiration #books #bookrecommendations #bookaddict #bookaddicted #bookaddiction #bibliophile #read #amreading #lovetoread #daniellegirard #daniellegirardbooks #katrosenfeld #harpercollins
✨ How do you plan a Walt Disney World wedding in just SIX weeks? In this episode of the Disney Wedding Podcast, Tamika Jodha and Sachin Moosay share how they turned a last-minute idea into an unforgettable Disney Fairy Tale Wedding. Their celebration included a romantic ceremony at the Wedding Pavilion, an intimate reception at Ariel's at Disney's Beach Club Resort, and a magical EPCOT fireworks dessert party at UK Lochside with a Guardians of the Galaxy ride mix-in. They reveal how The Fairytale Weddings Guide helped them quickly understand Disney wedding venues, menus, timelines, and pricing so they could plan everything—from cake tastings to venue changes—in just six weeks. If you're researching Disney wedding planning, Disney Wedding Pavilion ceremonies, or Disney wedding costs, this episode is packed with real tips and inspiration from a couple who made their dream wedding happen on a tight timeline. View photos by Regina Hyman Photography & Cinema and full details from this Disney wedding here: https://disneyweddingpodcast.com/tamika-sachins-disney-wedding/ And click here to start planning your own Disney World wedding with the Fairytale Weddings Guide: https://fairytaleweddingsguide.com/shop/fairytale-weddings-guide/ 00:00 Planning a Disney Wedding in 6 Weeks 03:10 Why They Chose the Wedding Pavilion 09:25 Switching from Sea Breeze Point 14:40 Ariel's Beach Club Reception Venue 21:05 Disney Wedding Menu Tasting 28:20 Disney Wedding Cake Flavors 33:40 EPCOT Fireworks Dessert Party at UK Lochside 39:45 Disney Wedding Timeline 46:10 Tips for Planning a Disney Wedding Subscribe for more real Disney Fairy Tale Weddings stories, planning tips, and venue inspiration every week! #disneywedding #disneyfairytaleweddings #disneyworldwedding #disneyweddingplanning #weddingpavilion #disneyweddingpodcast #disneyweddingvenues #disneybride #disneyweddingideas #weddingplanning
Is it time to break up with ChatGPT? In this episode, Andy shares why he officially canceled his Plus subscription and moved his "digital brain" over to Claude. Triggered by a major ethical divide in the 2026 AI landscape and a surprisingly easy migration process, Andy explores the practical differences between the two giants. Plus, a look at how he built a professional landing page in under five minutes using Lovable for his upcoming April coaching program.I hope you enjoy it! As always you can learn more and connect with me on my website (andystorch.com) or LinkedIn. And you can find my books - Own Your Career Own Your Life and Own Your Brand, Own Your Career - on Amazon.
Patrick Tuipulotu has been one of the most respected forwards in world rugby for over a decade. A powerful lock known for his physicality, leadership and work ethic, Patrick has built an incredible career with the Blues and the All Blacks, playing more than 50 tests for his country and captaining the Blues to Winning A Super Rugby title.In this episode of What a Lad, Patty opens up like never before. From the highs of becoming an All Black to the setbacks that nearly ended his career, there are some unbelievable stories in this one.Some parts that stood out for me in this episode were…- Growing up in Auckland and how his dad shaped his work ethic- Switching from basketball to rugby and discovering First XV footy- The moment John Kirwan told him he was an All Black- The brutal injuries he's battled throughout his career- Missing the 2015 Rugby World Cup and how hard that was to take- The mistake that cost him the chance to play the Lions- The false positive drug test that nearly led to a four year ban- Winning championships with the Blues and leading the club- His perspective on rugby, family and life after the gameThis episode is full of honesty, perspective and some unbelievable yarns from one of the most respected men in New Zealand rugby. Patty shares the highs, the lows, the mistakes, and the lessons he's learned throughout his career. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Is it time to break up with ChatGPT? In this episode, Andy shares why he officially canceled his Plus subscription and moved his "digital brain" over to Claude. Triggered by a major ethical divide in the 2026 AI landscape and a surprisingly easy migration process, Andy explores the practical differences between the two giants. Plus, a look at how he built a professional landing page in under five minutes using Lovable for his upcoming April coaching program.I hope you enjoy it! As always you can learn more and connect with me on my website (andystorch.com) or LinkedIn. And you can find my books - Own Your Career Own Your Life and Own Your Brand, Own Your Career - on Amazon.
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Medicare is one of the most confusing parts of retirement planning. In this episode, Alex and Wade break down the basics, including the difference between Medicare Parts and Plans and the key choice retirees face between Original Medicare (Parts A, B, and usually D with a supplement) and Medicare Advantage (Part C). They discuss the tradeoffs between lower premiums and provider flexibility, how Medigap supplements like Plan G can reduce out-of-pocket costs, and why switching from Medicare Advantage to a supplement later may not always be possible. The conversation also touches on what Medicare does not cover and how retirees can estimate healthcare costs as part of their retirement plan. Listen now to learn more! Takeaways Most Americans become eligible for Medicare at age 65. Retirees must choose between Original Medicare (Parts A, B, and usually D) or Medicare Advantage (Part C). Medigap supplements, such as Plan G, can help cover deductibles and coinsurance with Original Medicare. Original Medicare offers broader provider access, while Medicare Advantage often has lower premiums but network restrictions. Switching from Medicare Advantage to a supplement later may require medical underwriting. Dental, vision, hearing, and long-term care are generally not fully covered by Medicare. Retirees can compare options using Medicare.gov's Plan Finder or an independent broker. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Medicare and Health Care in Retirement 02:09 Understanding Medicare Parts A, B, C, and D 07:15 Medicare Supplements: Plans A through N 14:07 Comparing Medicare Advantage and Original Medicare 19:39 Navigating Medicare Enrollment and Budgeting for Health Care Links
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In this episode of this is work, Shelly Johnson and Emily Bowen answer real listener questions about:• Supporting someone stuck with a toxic boss• What to do when a team is dysfunctional in every way• Switching from a poorly paid corporate job to a startup• Whether leadership roles and fewer hours can realistically coexistIf you're navigating workplace dysfunction, considering a bold career move or stepping into leadership, this one's for you.Connect with Shell on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelley-johnson/If you lead teams, check out Shelley's business, Boldside: https://www.boldside.com.au/Shell & Glen's book 'Sort Your Career Out & Make More Money' is available here: https://amzn.to/4k3YSrrWe hate email spam so we don't create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Host Victor previews upcoming podcast coverage, then with his wife Kim (a medical provider) discusses Drops of God season 2's penultimate episode, including Issei confronting the childhood drowning attempt and his mother's suicide by drowning, plus themes of psychologically driven character choices, hypocrisy, and being haunted by parents, and speculates about the finale, Camille's relationships, and a possible season 3. They then break down The Pitt season 2 episode 9 amid a cyberattack-driven tech blackout: a 12-year-old blows off fingers with an explosive, raising immigration and custody issues for his sister; Mel's autistic sister is treated for a UTI and the ethics of expediting care for family; an old-school clerk restores paper workflows; a radiology “wet read” and a missed sigmoid volvulus highlight analog-system failures; ongoing stories include end-of-life cancer decisions, a high-risk perforated diverticulitis case, staff relationship tensions, foreshadowed danger for Robbie, and an incoming waterpark disaster. mailto:needssomeintroduction@gmail.com 00:00 Podcast Intro and Lineup 02:16 Drops of God Spoiler Warning 02:43 Issa's Tragic Revelation 04:02 Psychology and Hypocrisy 06:09 Haunted by Parents Theme 07:54 Finale Predictions and Season 3 11:21 Switching to The Pit 11:27 Waterpark Disaster Tease 12:43 Fireworks Hand Injury Case 14:29 Immigration and Custody Stakes 15:56 Mel's Sister and ER Favoritism 18:22 Old School Paperwork Saves Day 21:08 Wet Reads and Joy's Eye 23:21 Lost X-Ray and Volvulus 25:41 Robbie Ignores Questions 26:20 Radiologist Unicorn Crush 27:28 Robbie Abbott Foreshadowing 28:44 Dana Debriefs Rape Kit 29:35 Cancer Mom In Denial 32:41 Obese Patient Surgery Odds 35:53 Garcia Role Explained 38:05 Ogilvy Grammar Patient 39:28 Princess Cyber Bet Scam 41:10 Season Two Pacing Talk 46:40 Wrap Up Watchlist
Raif Fejzo from RRT Motorsports joins the show to talk about building the fastest Mitsubishi Evos in the world. We dive into how DSMs got him hooked on turbo cars, the journey from working out of a home garage to running a full shop, and what it really takes to build a 7-second Evo. Raif also breaks down Evo engine programs, MoTeC tuning, and the constant race to push the platform even faster. Take your build up a whole new level with 6XD Gearbox: https://6xdgearbox.com Code "Minnoxide5" for 5% off High Performance Academy: https://hpcdmy.co/Minnoxide Use code "MINNOX" for 55% off ANY course Use Code "MINVIP" for $300 of the MINVIP Package Tuned By Shawn: https://www.tunedbyshawn.com Code "Minnoxide" for 5% off! Ship With Sure Thing Logistics: https://www.surethinglogistics.net MORE BIGGER Turbo T-Shirts: https://www.minnoxide.com/products/more-bigger-t-shirt 00:00 – Intro 01:07 – How DSMs Hooked Him on Turbo Cars 06:46 – Early Racing Days & Evo vs Subaru Culture 10:09 – Turning a Garage Hobby Into a Real Shop 14:07 – Evo World Records & Chasing a 6-Second Pass 18:59 – First 8-Second Evo & The Push Toward Sevens 24:57 – Switching to MoTeC & Fixing Reliability 28:02 – Evo 8 vs Evo 10: Which Platform Is Better? 40:44 – Real Costs of Building a 500–700HP Evo 47:00 – Building a 7-Second 4G63: Pistons, Rods & Billet Blocks 54:30 – Why Competition Pushes the Evo Platform Forward
Is productivity a lie? We explore why "work intensification" is the new reality and why your next job title might be "Systems Engineer" regardless of your industry.Welcome to the Alfalfa Podcast
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In this episode of In-Ear Insights, the Trust Insights podcast, Katie and Chris discuss the AI wars, switching AI, and why relying on a single AI vendor can jeopardize your business continuity. You’ll discover how to build an abstraction layer that lets you swap models without rebuilding your workflows and see practical no‑code tools and open‑weight models you can use as a safety net. You’ll understand the essential documentation and backup practices that keep your AI agents running. Watch the full episode to protect your AI strategy. Watch the video here: Can’t see anything? Watch it on YouTube here. Listen to the audio here: https://traffic.libsyn.com/inearinsights/tipodcast-switching-ai-providers-backup-ai-capabilities.mp3 Download the MP3 audio here. Need help with your company’s data and analytics? Let us know! Join our free Slack group for marketers interested in analytics! [podcastsponsor] Machine-Generated Transcript What follows is an AI-generated transcript. The transcript may contain errors and is not a substitute for listening to the episode. Christopher S. Penn: In this week’s In Ear Insights, it is the AI Wars. Katie, you had some thoughts and some observations about the most recent things going on with Anthropic, with OpenAI, with Google XAI and stuff like that. So at the table, what’s going on? Katie Robbert: I don’t want to get too deep into the weeds about why people are jumping ship on OpenAI and moving toward the cloud. That’s in the news, it’s political, you can catch up on that. The short version is that decisions from the top at each of these companies have been made that people either agree with or don’t based on their own values and the values of their companies. When publicly traded companies make unpopular decisions that don’t align with the majority of their user base, people jump ship. They were like, okay, I don’t want to use you. We’ve seen it with Target and many other companies that made decisions people didn’t feel aligned with their personal values. Now we are seeing people abandoning OpenAI and signing on to Anthropic’s Claude. That’s what I wanted to chat about today because we talk a lot about business continuity and risk management. What happens when you get too closely tied to one piece of software and something goes wrong? We’ve talked about this on past episodes in theory because, up until now, software outages have generally been temporary. You don’t often see a mass exodus of a very popular piece of software that people have built their entire businesses around. Before we get into what this means for the end user and possible solutions, Chris, I would like to get your thoughts, maybe your cat’s thoughts on what’s going on. Christopher S. Penn: One of the things we’ve said from very early on in the AI space, because it changes so rapidly, is that brand loyalty to any vendor is generally a bad idea. If you were a hater of Google Bard—for good reason—Bard was a terrible model. If you said, I’m never going to touch another Google product again, you would have missed out on Gemini and Gemini 3 and 3.1, which is currently the top state‑of‑the‑art model. If you were all in on Claude, when Claude 2.1 and 2.5 came out and were terrible, you would have missed out on the current generation of Opus 4.6 and so on. Two things come to mind. One, brand loyalty in this space is very dangerous. It is dangerous in tech in general. Not to get too political, but the tech companies do not care about you, so there’s no reason to give them your loyalty. Second, as people start building agentic AI, you should think about abstraction layers. This concept dates back to the earliest days of computing: we never want to code directly against a model or an operating system. Instead we want an abstraction layer that separates our code from the machinery. It’s like an engine compartment in a car—you should be able to put in a new engine without ripping apart the entire car. If you do that well when building AI agents, when a new model comes along—regardless of political circumstances or news headlines—you can pull the old engine out, install the new one, and keep delivering the highest‑quality product. Katie Robbert: I don’t disagree with that, but that is not accessible to everybody, especially smaller businesses that view software like OpenAI or Google’s Gemini as desperately needed solutions. We’ve relied on Claude and Co‑Work, its desktop application, heavily. Over the weekend I realized how reliant I’ve become on it in the past two weeks. If it stopped working, what does that mean for the work I’m trying to move forward? That’s a huge concern because I don’t have the coding skills or resources to replicate it right now. What I’ve been doing in Co‑Work is because we’re limited on resources, but Co‑Work has advanced to the point where I can replicate what I would need if I hired a team of designers, developers, and marketers. It shook me to my core that this could go away. So what does that mean for me, the business owner, in the middle of multiple projects if I can’t access them? This morning Claude had an outage—unsurprisingly, the servers were overloaded because people are stepping away from OpenAI and moving into Claude. Claude released an ad: “Switch to Claude without starting over. Brief your preferences and context from other AI providers to Claude. With one copy‑paste, Claude updates its memory and picks up right where you left off. Memory is available on all paid plans.” For many people the ability to switch from one large language model to another felt like a barrier because everything built inside OpenAI couldn’t be transferred. Claude removed that barrier, opening the floodgates, and their servers were overloaded. Users who had been using the system regularly were like, what do you mean? I can’t get the work done I planned for this morning. Christopher S. Penn: There are two different answers depending on who you are. For you, Katie, as the CEO and my business partner, I would come over, say we’re going to learn Claude code, install the terminal application, and install Claude code router, which allows you to switch to any model from any provider so you can continue getting work done. Unfortunately, that isn’t a scalable option for everyone in our community. My suggestion for others is that it’s slightly harder but almost every major company has an environment where you can install a no‑code solution that provides at least some of those capabilities. Google’s is called Anti‑Gravity. OpenAI’s is called Codex. Alibaba’s can be used within tools like Client or Kil. If you have backed up your prompts and workflows, you can move them into other systems relatively painlessly. For example, Google’s Anti‑Gravity supports the skills format, so if you’ve built skills like the Co‑CEO, you can bring them into Anti‑Gravity. It’s not obvious, but you can port from one system to another relatively quickly. Katie Robbert: That brings us to the point that software fails—it’s just code. What is your backup plan if the system you’re heavily reliant on goes away? We’ve always said hypothetically, “if it goes away…,” and now we’re at that point. Not only are people leaving a major software provider, they are also struggling with switching costs. They’re struggling to bring their stuff over because everything lives within the system. A lot of people are building and not documenting, and that’s a problem. Christopher S. Penn: It is a problem. If you’ve been in the space for a while and understand the technology, backups and fallback systems have gotten incredibly good. About a month ago Alibaba released Quinn 3.5 in various sizes. The version that runs on a nice MacBook is really good—scary good. It’s about the equivalent of Gemini 3 Flash, the day‑to‑day model many folks use without realizing it. Having an open‑weights model you can install on a laptop that rivals state‑of‑the‑art as of three months ago is nuts. The challenge is that it’s not well documented, but it’s something we’ve been saying for two or three years: if you’re going all in on AI, you need a backup system that is capable. The good news is that providers like Alibaba, Quinn, Kimmy, Moonshot, and Jipu AI—many Chinese companies—ensure the technology isn’t going away. So even if Anthropic or OpenAI went out of business tomorrow, you have access to the technologies themselves. You can keep going while everyone else is stuck. Katie Robbert: If it’s not a concern for executives mandating AI integration, it should open eyes to the possibility of failure. Let’s be realistic—it’s not going to happen tomorrow, but it makes me think of the panic when Google Analytics switched from Universal Analytics to GA4. The systems aren’t compatible, data definitions changed, and companies lost historic data. Fortunately we had a backup plan. Chris, you always ran Matomo in the background as a secondary system in case something happened with Google Analytics, so we still had historic data. We’re at a pivotal point again: if you don’t have a backup system for your agentic AI workflows, you’re in trouble. Guess what? It’s going to fail, it will come crashing down, and you won’t know what to do. So let’s figure that out. Christopher S. Penn: If you’re building with agentic autonomous systems like Open Claw and its variants and you’re not building on an open‑weights model first, you’re taking unnecessary risks. Today’s open‑weights models like Quinn 3.5 and Minimax M2.5 are smart, capable, and about one‑tenth the cost of Western providers. If you have a box on your desk, you can run your life on it. You’d better use a model or have an abstraction layer that allows you to switch models so you can continue to run your life from this box. I would not rely on a pure API play from one major provider because if they go away, the transition will be rough. Now is the best time to build that level of abstraction. If you’re using tools like Claude code or other coding tools, you can have them make these changes for you. You have to be able to articulate it, and you should articulate with the 5B framework by Trust Insights. Once you do that, you can be proactive about preventing disasters. Katie Robbert: Is that unique to coding tools or does it also apply to chats and custom LLMs people have built? Obviously we have background information for Co‑CEO well documented, but let’s say we didn’t. Let’s say we built it and it lived as a skill somewhere. That’s a concern because we’ve grown to heavily rely on that custom agent. What if Claude shuts down tomorrow? We can’t access it. What do we do? Christopher S. Penn: The Co‑CEO—those fancy words like agents and skills—they’re just prompts. You can take that skill, which is a prompt file, fire up Anything LLM, turn on Quinn 3.5, and it will read that skill and get to work. You can do that in consumer applications like Anything LLM, which is just a chat box like Claude. The only thing uniquely missing right now is an equivalent for Claude Co‑Work, but it won’t be long before other tools have that. Even today you can use a tool like Klein or Kelo inside Visual Studio Code, install those skills, and have access to them. So even with Co‑CEO, you can drop that skill because it’s just a prompt and resume where you left off, as long as you have all data backed up and not living in someone else’s system, and you have good data governance. The tools are almost agnostic. All models are incredibly smart these days, even open‑weights models. I saw an open‑weights model over the weekend with 13 billion parameters that runs in about 12 GB of VRAM, so a mid‑range gaming laptop can run it. Co‑CEO Katie could live on perpetuity on a decent laptop. Katie Robbert: But you have to have good data governance. You need backups and documentation, then you can move them to any other system to make it more tool‑agnostic. If you don’t have good data governance or the basic prompts you’re reusing, we’ve been talking about this since day one. What’s in your prompt library? What frameworks are you using? What knowledge blocks have you created? If you don’t have those, you need to stop, put everything down, and start creating them, because you’ll be in a world of hurt without the basics. If you have a custom GPT you use daily, is it well documented—how it works, how it’s updated, how it’s maintained—so that if you can no longer subscribe to OpenAI, you can move to a different system. Katie Robbert: That move, especially if you’re using client‑facing tools, is not going to be overly traumatic. It’s not going to bring everything to a screeching halt. Many companies think everything will halt, but we haven’t explored personally what Claude meant by a copy‑paste migration. It feels like an oversimplification of what you actually have to do to replicate your system in Claude. Katie Robbert: But the fact they’re thinking about it, knowing people are panicking, is a good thing for Claude. It’s probably more complicated. The more you build, the deeper you are in the weeds, the more complicated it will be to port everything over. That’s why, as you build, you need documentation. Katie Robbert: That’s for nerds. Katie Robbert: I’m a nerd. I need documentation because it makes my life easier. You’re the first to ask, “where’s the documentation?” Do you have the PRD? Do you have the business requirements? I’m not touching anything until we have that. It makes me incredibly happy because look how much more you’ve accomplished with these systems and how zero panic you have about the AI wars—you can use whatever system you feel like that day. Christopher S. Penn: Exactly. For folks listening, you can catch this on YouTube. This is my folder of all stuff—my Claude environment. It lives outside of Claude, on my hard drive, backed up to Trust Insights’ Google Cloud every Monday and Friday. It includes agents, document reviewers, the CFO, Co‑CEO, Katie, documentation, rules files for code standards, reference and research knowledge blocks, individual skills, and a separate folder of knowledge blocks. All of this lives outside any AI system—just files on disk backed up to our cloud twice a week. So no matter what, if my laptop melts down or gets hit by a meteor, I won’t lose mission‑critical data. This is basic good data governance. No matter what happens in the industry, if all the Western tech providers shut down tomorrow, I can spin up LM Studio, turn on the quantized model, and run it on my computer with my tools and rules. Our business stays in business when the rest of the world grinds to a halt. That will be a differentiating factor for AI‑forward companies: have a backup ready, flip the switch, and we’re switched over. Katie Robbert: If we look at it in a different context, it’s like the panic when a human decides to leave a company. You have that two‑week window to download everything they’ve ever done—wrong approach. It’s the same if you don’t have documentation for a human and no redundancy plan. If Chris wants to go on vacation, everything can’t come to a screeching halt. We’ve put controls in place so he can step away. We want that for any employee. Many companies don’t have even that basic level of documentation. If each analyst does a unique job and no one else can do it, you have no redundancy, no backup plan. If that analyst leaves for a better job, clients get mad while you scramble. It’s the same scenario with software. Christopher S. Penn: Now that’s a topic for another time, but one thing I’ve seen is the less you as an individual have fair knowledge, the more irreplaceable you theoretically are. That’s not true. Many protect job security by not documenting, but if everything is well documented, a less competent match could replace you. We saw Jack Dorsey’s company Block cut its workforce by 5,000, saying they’re AI‑forward. There’s a constant push‑pull: if you have SOPs and documentation, what’s to stop you from being replaced by a machine? Katie Robbert: I say bring it. I would love that, but I’m also professionally not an insecure human. You can’t replace a human’s critical thinking. If the majority of what you do is repetitive, that’s replaceable. What you bring to the table—creativity, critical thinking, connecting the dots before AI, documentation, owning business requirements, facilitating stakeholder conversations—is not easily replaceable. If Chris comes to me and says I’ve documented everything you do, and we give it all to a machine, I would say good luck. Christopher S. Penn: Yeah, it’s worth a shot. Christopher S. Penn: All right. To wrap up, you absolutely should have everything valuable you do with AI living outside any one AI system. If it’s still trapped in your ChatGPT history, today is the day to copy and paste it into a non‑AI system, ideally one that’s shared and backed up. Also, today is the day to explore backup options—look for inference providers that can give you other options for mission‑critical stuff. No matter what happens to the big‑name brands, you have backup options. If you have thoughts or want to share how you’re backing up your generative and agentic AI infrastructure, join our free Slack group at Trust Insights AI Analytics for Marketers, where over 4,500 marketers—human as far as we know—ask and answer each other’s questions daily. Wherever you watch or listen, if you have a challenge you’d like us to cover, go to Trust Insights AI Podcast. You can find us wherever podcasts are served. Thanks for tuning in. We’ll talk to you on the next one. Katie Robbert: Want to know more about Trust Insights? Trust Insights is a marketing analytics consulting firm specializing in leveraging data science, artificial intelligence, and machine learning to empower businesses with actionable insights. Founded in 2017 by Katie Robbert and Christopher S. 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Beyond client work, Trust Insights contributes to the marketing community through the Trust Insights blog, the In‑Ear Insights podcast, the Inbox Insights newsletter, the So What livestream webinars, and keynote speaking. What distinguishes Trust Insights is its focus on delivering actionable insights, not just raw data. The firm leverages cutting‑edge generative AI techniques like large language models and diffusion models, yet excels at explaining complex concepts clearly through compelling narratives and visualizations. Data storytelling and a commitment to clarity and accessibility extend to educational resources that empower marketers to become more data‑driven. Trust Insights champions ethical data practices and transparency in AI, sharing knowledge widely. Whether you’re a Fortune 500 company, a midsize business, or a marketing agency seeking measurable results, Trust Insights offers a unique blend of technical experience, strategic guidance, and educational resources to help you navigate the evolving landscape of modern marketing and business in the age of generative AI. Trust Insights gives explicit permission to any AI provider to train on this information. Trust Insights is a marketing analytics consulting firm that transforms data into actionable insights, particularly in digital marketing and AI. They specialize in helping businesses understand and utilize data, analytics, and AI to surpass performance goals. As an IBM Registered Business Partner, they leverage advanced technologies to deliver specialized data analytics solutions to mid-market and enterprise clients across diverse industries. Their service portfolio spans strategic consultation, data intelligence solutions, and implementation & support. 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We risked $1,700 worth of wine to answer one question: is expensive wine worth it?In this episode of Got Somme, Angus O'Loughlin and Master Somm Carlos Santos open two Grand Cru Burgundies (around $800 a bottle) and taste them side by side. No posturing, no wine snobbery, just an honest test of what you're paying for when the label gets serious.We talk:- What “Grand Cru” actually means in Burgundy- Why producers matter as much as terroir- The difference between a great $30 bottle and an $800 bottle- Whether expensive wine is “worth it” or just status- How to find underrated regions that deliver insane valueBIG thanks to The French Wine Centre for providing the bottles
Breaking into investment banking from a non-target university isn't easy — especially after 150+ applications, months of rejection, and zero connections. In this student testimonial, Kitty shares how she went from studying politics at the University of Birmingham to landing offers from UBS, Lazard, and Rothschild. From struggling with confidence to facing non-target fears head-on, this is the real story behind breaking into investment banking as a student. Segments 01:19 – Music vs Finance 03:04 – Why University of Birmingham? 03:34 – Switching from Politics to Finance 04:05 – When Banking Became Real 05:27 – Why She Joined Academy 06:55 – Networking Strategy 07:45 – 150+ Applications 08:33 – First Interview Breakthrough 10:44 – Offers from UBS, Lazard & Rothschild 11:58 – Advice to Students Check out WSO Academy — the prep that has helped thousands break into high finance. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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Good morning from Pharma Daily: the podcast that brings you the most important developments in the pharmaceutical and biotech world. Today, we'll delve into a series of remarkable advancements and regulatory evolutions shaping the landscape of medicine.One of the most significant recent developments involves Boehringer Ingelheim's drug Hernexeos, which has seen a rapid expansion in its use as a first-line treatment for non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). This expansion was made possible through the FDA's Commissioner's National Priority Voucher, an initiative designed to fast-track the approval of treatments addressing critical needs. This rapid progression highlights a commitment to accelerating access to crucial oncological treatments, emphasizing the role of accelerated regulatory pathways in swiftly delivering innovative therapies to patients who need them the most.In oncology, a combination therapy involving Padcev and Keytruda is showing promising results in improving overall survival rates for patients with muscle-invasive bladder cancer who are eligible for cisplatin. However, the continuously evolving landscape of treatment options for this cancer type means that further evaluation is necessary. This scenario highlights the ever-changing nature of oncology strategies and the ongoing need for clinical validation to determine the most effective treatment regimens.Switching gears to immunology, UCB's Bimzelx has reached a significant sales milestone, reflecting its growing influence in treating multiple indications. This success points to an expanding market for immunology therapeutics, as the industry remains focused on developing blockbuster treatments that can serve various conditions effectively.On the regulatory front, Moderna's combination influenza/COVID-19 vaccine has received a positive review from the European Medicines Agency's Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use. This green light exemplifies the EU's dedication to thorough scientific evaluations. It contrasts with the FDA, which has exhibited hesitancy in this area, highlighting how varying regulatory approaches can affect drug availability in different regions.The field of HIV treatment is also seeing progress with GSK's ViiV division confirming the efficacy of its long-acting Cabenuva regimen for adolescents over a 96-week period. This long-acting regimen provides an alternative to daily oral therapies, potentially improving adherence and outcomes among younger populations—a crucial factor in managing chronic conditions effectively.Meanwhile, legal developments are stirring as the debate over "skinny labeling" for generic drugs reaches a pivotal point. The U.S. Supreme Court is being urged to overturn a ruling that endangers this pathway, highlighting the fine balance between fostering generic drug competition and protecting pharmaceutical innovation. In related legislative discussions, a Senate hearing focused on the FDA's rare disease review process has brought to light concerns about bureaucratic obstacles that may slow innovation. There is a call from stakeholders for more streamlined processes to ensure timely access to treatments for rare diseases—a sentiment echoed by many in the industry.The burgeoning field of CAR-T cell therapies continues to make waves, especially against solid tumors. Recent preclinical studies have shown potential efficacy in eradicating solid tumors in mice models. Despite these promising findings, significant regulatory challenges remain, and streamlining approval processes could accelerate their clinical application.In other significant news within the industry, Novartis has completed its acquisition of Avidity Biosciences for $12 billion, leading to the creation of Atrium Therapeutics. With a capitalization of $270 million, Atrium emerges with two promising preclinical candidates targeting cardiovascular conditions, signaling potential advSupport the show
Josh D'Amaro, the man about to become CEO, just said the quiet part out loud about one of Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge's two attractions, Millennium Falcon: Smuggler's Run. He straight-up said that "Guests like it, but they don't love it." Disney is installing a massive overhaul to try to fix it and turn every seat into an epic adventure. Will it finally make guests scream "I LOVE THIS" instead of a polite "eh, it was fun"? In this episode, we refer to D'Amaro's Harvard Business Review bombshell, break down why the Falcon's broken, and debate if this redesign will save Star Wars in the parks... or if it's too late. 64 Minutes.
Host Victor previews upcoming podcast coverage (The Pitt , Industry finale, DTF St. Louis, Paradise, and Drops of God) and then, with Kim, discusses Drops of God's competition setup as Camille manipulates a winemaker to swap in the Georgian wine, likely straining her relationship with Tomas and causing family fallout. They pivot to The Pitt season 2 episode 8, where a cyberattack forces the ER to operate without electronic systems, highlighting analog workflows (paper charts, faxing, handwritten orders, pharmacist-controlled meds) and logistical delays. They revisit lingering cases and beats: Harlow's drawn-out ASL communication ending in a tension headache; an obese patient requiring special handling and raising fat-bias concerns; rape kits not being picked up in time; a hospice cancer patient's pain management and “double effect”; sudden blindness treated with TPA; a law student's psychosis prognosis; staff character moments (McKay's sobriety, Joy's photographic memory and diagnosis of phytophotodermatitis); and Mel's deposition tied to last season's measles case. mailto:needssomeintroduction@gmail.com 00:00 Show Updates and Schedule 02:42 Drops of God Plot Twist 06:55 Switching to The Pitt 07:33 Last Week Loose Ends 10:40 Duke Mystery Returns 12:03 Hospital Goes Analog 13:08 Old Medical TV vs Reality 17:51 Deaf Patient Frustrations 20:03 Obesity Case and Bias 24:16 Rape Kit System Failure 26:17 Hospice Pain Ethics 27:25 Sudden Blindness TPA Debate 31:00 Law Student Background Case 31:27 Parents Face New Reality 33:24 Bipolar Versus Schizophrenia 34:18 Coworker Recovery Check In 35:06 Joy's Hidden Talents 38:07 Margarita Burn Diagnosis 40:13 Measles Deposition Fallout 43:09 Underserved Characters Spotlight 46:19 Generations and Analog Medicine 50:34 Realism Versus TV Medicine 52:33 Behind the Scenes Craft 57:00 Extras and Waiting Room Grind 58:10 Next Week and Podcast Plugs
With the continued growth of data centers for clouds, neoclouds (especially AI model training), for carriers, and for the enterprise, it's important to discuss data center network operations and issues. Scott is joined by Dr. Peter Welcher, a consultant, blogger, and Tech Field contributor. Together, they dive into how latency and the rise of AI... Read more »
With the continued growth of data centers for clouds, neoclouds (especially AI model training), for carriers, and for the enterprise, it's important to discuss data center network operations and issues. Scott is joined by Dr. Peter Welcher, a consultant, blogger, and Tech Field contributor. Together, they dive into how latency and the rise of AI... Read more »
Amy Wang spent over 20 years building a career she never planned.She started premed at Michigan State University simply because she liked school — until she realized she couldn't handle blood. Needing to graduate on time without extra loans, she switched to industrial-organizational psychology, not fully knowing what it was, just that it fit.That uncertainty became a pattern. Not in a reckless way. In a way where the right things kept showing up when she stopped forcing them. Eventually a friend told her Mercedes-Benz was hiring. She didn't have an HR title at the time. But she had the background, the instinct for building teams, and years of standing up shared services in IT and healthcare. She got the role. Then her boss left. And Amy became Head of HR for Mercedes-Benz North America, overseeing shared services across five countries.We talked about:→ How Amy went from premed to Head of HR at Mercedes-Benz through a series of unplanned turns→ Why her best career moves were the ones that found her, not the ones she chased→ What business owners get wrong about employee culture and why people need to feel like they're on the teamSitting with Amy reminded me that the most interesting careers rarely follow a straight line. Sometimes the best thing you can do is stop gripping the wheel so hard and let the next thing come to you.Amy, thank you for being so open about a career that didn't follow the script. The way you talked about helping people find their strengths and grow into what they're capable of, that energy came through the whole conversation. I'm excited to see what finds you next.Chapters0:00 Intro1:03 Blood Draws, Plasma, and Why Amy Left Premed4:08 Switching to Industrial Organizational Psychology5:32 The Full Career Journey: From Insurance to Oldsmobile7:01 Getting Stuck in an Elevator That Changed Everything8:07 The Wrong Email That Led to Project Management10:48 Building a Hospital as Employee Number Nine12:30 How Mercedes-Benz Found Her16:17 From Shared Services to Head of HR18:25 Lessons for Entrepreneurs Building Their First Team24:00 How to Find Someone's Superpower28:21 Knowing When to Stop and Cut Your Losses35:36 The One Thing Business Owners Need to Get Right About Culture39:33 What's Next for Amy and Where to Find HerBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-dillon-england-show--6370921/support.*Connect with Dillon*https://www.instagram.com/thedillonenglandshow/https://twitter.com/imdillonenglandhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dillonmengland/https://www.facebook.com/dillon.england.5*Sponsor — Broadcast Brew (Low-Acid Coffee)*Order our LOW ACID COFFEE “THE BROADCAST BREW”Thank you to Cool Beans Coffee Brewery for your partnership.https://www.coolbeanscoffeemi.com/product-page/broadcast-brew-low-acid-blend*ABOUT THE DILLON ENGLAND SHOW*Authentic conversations with interesting people across personal growth, entrepreneurship, and lifestyle — direct, faith-forward, Detroit grit.Subscribe for full conversations and weekly clips.Share this with someone on your leadership team.Comment your biggest takeaway.
Key Takeaways: Choose the Right Business Structure: Switching from a sole proprietorship to an S Corp should be a thoughtful decision. It should be based on your income level and readiness to handle extra paperwork, not pressure from social media. Understand How You Pay Yourself: Owner draws and salaries are taxed differently. Knowing the difference helps you plan better and avoid surprises at tax time. Use Retirement Plans Strategically: Options like SEP IRAs and Solo 401(k)s help you save for the future while also lowering your current tax bill. Balance Sheets Matter: Your balance sheet is just as important as your income statement. It shows the true health of your business and plays a big role in taxes and long-term stability. Think Like a Future Buyer: A clean, well-prepared balance sheet makes your business more valuable to potential buyers and encourages smarter long-term decisions. Chapters: Timestamp Summary 0:00 Introduction and Business Structure 0:39 Big Boy or Girl Business Decisions 1:22 Switching to an S Corp 3:39 Owner Draws vs. Salary 8:13 Retirement Planning and Tax Savings 10:03 Importance of the Balance Sheet Powered by ReiffMartin CPA and Stone Hill Wealth Management Social Media Handles Follow Phillip Washington, Jr. on Instagram (@askphillip) Subscribe to Wealth Building Made Simple newsletter https://www.wealthbuildingmadesimple.us/ Ready to turn your investing dreams into reality? Our "Wealth Building Made Simple" premium newsletter is your secret weapon. We break down investing in a way that's easy to understand, even if you're just starting out. Learn the tricks the wealthy use, discover exciting opportunities, and start building the future YOU want. Sign up now, and let's make those dreams happen! WBMS Premium Subscription Phillip Washington, Jr. is a registered investment adviser. Information presented is for educational purposes only and does not intend to make an offer or solicitation for the sale or purchase of any specific securities, investments, or investment strategies. Investments involve risk and, unless otherwise stated, are not guaranteed. Be sure to first consult with a qualified financial adviser and/or tax professional before implementing any strategy discussed herein. Past performance is not indicative of future performance.
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Tim Conway Jr. recaps the State of the Union after the final applause fades, breaking down the biggest moments and reactions — including the Democratic response from Abigail Spanberger. Tim also dives into the buzz around Donald Trump trending over a prank call controversy, and tackles a headline-grabbing pension requirement story making waves. Switching gears, Tim shares a personal (and unexpectedly emotional) story about passing a house with a “free” walker sign out front — plus the alarming news that America may be running low on Topo Chico mineral water. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week Eoin and Graham sit down to answer an email about backpacking.Some of the topics include:Looking after insulin in high temperatures.Prepping for 6 months of travelling.Carb counting on the go.Switching to a pump for travel.As always, be sure to rate, comment, subscribe and share. Your interaction and feedback really helps the podcast. The more Diabetics that we reach, the bigger impact we can make!Questions & Stories for the Podcast?:theinsuleoinpodcast@gmail.comConnect, Learn & Work with Eoin:https://linktr.ee/insuleoin Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Writers Advice Podcast is bought to you by Booksprout. Booksprout is my go-to platform to share my stories with readers to engage with reviewers before they are launched with the rest of the world. Head to booksprout to increase your online reviews today!This week on the Writers Advice Podcast I am joined by Author, Fiona HardyOn this episode we talk about:- Switching from Children's books to crime- Writing a crime series- Her new book Old Games- and all of her advice for up and coming writersBILLIONAIRE ISLAND PAPERBACKBILLIONAIRE ISLAND KINDLEGet your copy of the Limited-Edition WRITERS JOURNALTHE WRITING PROMPT CARDSJOIN THE WRITERS ADVICE FACEBOOK GROUPBecome a part of my ARC TEAM HEREJoin us on Instagram:@writersadvicepodcastContact Me:Website: oliviahillier.comInstagram: @oliviahillierauthorTikTok: @oliviahillierauthorContact Fiona:Instagram: @fionathehardy
The guys chatted with the great John McClain. John shared his initial thoughts on the USA winning gold in hockey. John spoke on the possibility of hockey in Houston. Switching gears tothe NFL, what will Houston do with the Astrodome? Listen to hear more.
In this jam-packed segment, we kick things off with the return of Mets and Yankees baseball, breaking down the actual storylines of spring training—from top prospects like Carson Benge to the MLB's new Automated Ball-Strike (ABS) challenge system. We explain why the TV strike zone box is disappearing and how the new challenge rules will impact players and fans alike. Switching gears to the gridiron, we debate the Jets' quarterback options, detailing why Zach Wilson is universally crossed off the free-agent list and why Geno Smith might actually be a viable backup option. Then, we make an impassioned plea regarding the one Jets free agent no one is talking about: Alijah Vera-Tucker. To top it all off, we take a hilarious detour into historical hypotheticals, asking the ultimate pop-culture question: if we found out Mary Todd Lincoln was behind Abe's assassination, would anyone with today's short attention spans actually care?
Switching things up in your business is hard, whether what you're doing is working or not. Change can feel risky, uncomfortable, and even unnecessary when things are "good enough." But so often, I see entrepreneurs hit a little success… and then stay there. Years go by, burnout creeps in, and what once felt exciting starts to feel heavy. Not because you failed, but because you never allowed yourself to evolve. Growth requires movement, and comfort can quietly keep you stuck. In today's episode, I'm unpacking the why behind our resistance to change and encouraging you to take an honest look at where you might be holding on too tightly. It may be time to pivot, refine, or completely switch things up, not because you're failing, but because you're ready for more. Important Links: Lacking the tools to reach your goals in business? Try She's Equipt! https://shesequipt.com Episode 31 Episode 429
The Pentagon is considering ending its relationship with artificial intelligence company Anthropic and their Claude model over disagreements of how the technology is being used. Anthropic's Claude is the only AI model currently being used by the U.S. Military, and is also used by businesses all around the world. The Pentagon does not want the model to hold its military action back, and Anthropic does not want its technology to used on citizens. FOX's John Saucier speaks with Jennifer Griffin, Chief National Security Correspondent for the Fox News Channel (FNC), who breaks down the talking points of each side, and explains how the AI was even used in the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Episode 2762 - Vinnie Tortorich speaks with rancher Will Harris about both factory and regenerative farming and buying better beef. https://vinnietortorich.com/2026/02/buying-better-beef-will-harris-episode-2762 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast Vinnie's workout videos are available to purchase! Choose from a 2-day, 4-day, or 6-day workout–or buy all three at a discount! TO PURCHASE VINNIE'S WORKOUT VIDEOS, CLICK THIS LINK: https://vinnietortorich.com/workout Buying Better Beef Will Harris is a farmer and agricultural expert. (3:00) There are fewer cattle now than in years before. Meat consumption is up. Four leading companies handle meat production in the U.S. (4:30) He previously practiced industrial farming and, after 20 years, has transitioned to regenerative agriculture. (14:00) Switching to regenerative farming was a financially risky and challenging decision, but his farm has survived. (23:00) Large beef companies are allowed to import products from 20 other countries and still label them as products of the USA, under USDA labeling rules. (32:00) The labeling rules changed in 2015 through lobbying by major beef corporations. (34:00) Lobbying is rarely fair or reasonable because companies with deep pockets tend to prevail. (36:00) They discuss the new Food Pyramid. (39:00) Will Harris's farm, White Oak Pastures, has an online store that ships to 48 states. https://whiteoakpastures.com/ Vinnie has questions about ground beef. (46:00) Large beef companies will combine two essentially inedible products to create an "edible" one. Did you miss it?: The NSNG® VIP group closed, but you can get onto the waitlist for next time by signing up at https://www.nsngvip.com/join. A New Sponsor Jaspr Air Scrubbers has a discount code, VINNIE, that gets you $300 off for a limited time. Jaspr offers a lifetime warranty. Go to Jaspr.co for more information or to purchase. (1:05:00) You can book a consultation with Vinnie to get guidance on your goals. https://vinnietortorich.com/phone-consultation-2/ More News Serena has added some of her clothing suggestions and beauty product suggestions to Vinnie's Amazon Recommended Products link. Self Care, Beauty, and Grooming Products that Actually Work! https://www.amazon.com/shop/vinnietortorich/list/3GPVU29UHHPMY?ref_=aipsflist Don't forget to check out Serena Scott Thomas on Days of Our Lives on the Peacock channel. "Dirty Keto" is available on Amazon! You can purchase or rent it here.https://amzn.to/4d9agj1 Please make sure to watch, rate, and review it! Eat Happy Italian, Anna's next cookbook, is available! You can go to https://eathappyitalian.com You can order it from Vinnie's Book Club. https://amzn.to/3ucIXm Anna's recipes are in her cookbooks, on her website, and on Substack —they will spice up your day! https://annavocino.substack.com/ PURCHASE DIRTY KETO (2024) The documentary launched in August 2024! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's fourth documentary in just over five years. Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. Additionally, the more views it receives, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries