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Unshakeable: Redefining Success on Your Own Terms In the pursuit of success, many individuals find themselves chasing external markers—such as wealth, recognition, or status—believing that these achievements will bring them happiness and fulfillment. However, as discussed in the podcast episode, true success, or "elegant success," is fundamentally about creating a life that aligns with your personal values and brings genuine satisfaction. Host Tonya Leigh explores the concept of elegant success—success that is rooted in personal values, alignment, and ease, rather than societal pressures to do more and be more. Tonya shares her reflections on the importance of creating a fulfilling life that feels good on the inside, as well as the challenges many are facing in today's uncertain world. Drawing from her personal experiences, including navigating her own emotional landscape during difficult times, she emphasizes the significance of managing one's nervous system and internal world to cultivate resilience and peace.  Tune in for insights that challenge traditional definitions of success and encourage listeners to redefine what it means to thrive. Talking Points: 00:33 - Rethinking Success 01:15 - Uncertainty and the Nervous System 03:02 - Leading Through Uncertainty 05:44 - Elegant Success: What No One Tells You 07:08 - The Messiness of Success 10:07 - Life and Business Changes 13:10 - Trusting Your Gut 16:21 - Releasing with Grace 18:05 - Feeling Lost Before Clarity 20:15 - Shedding Old Identities 23:04 - The Emptiness of Misaligned Success 25:01 - Reconnecting with Your Essence 26:05 - Navigating Back to Your North Star Quotes: "What if the real flex is creating a life that feels as good on the inside as it looks on the outside?" "Elegant success is creating the life you desire without abandoning yourself in the process." "I've encountered so much peace by just accepting that it's going to feel elegant and then it's going to feel messy again." "You cannot evolve and expect everyone to come with you." "The doubt that you may be feeling, well, it's not failure, it's just feedback." "I started to trade my truth for someone else's checklist, and I was shaping my life around approval instead of alignment." Useful  Resources: Click HERE for the Unshakable Workshop  Click HERE to join the Membership  Click HERE for a FREE download  Click HERE to sign up for our newsletter, The Edit   Connect with Self-Image Coach Tonya Leigh: Click HERE to follow our Instagram Click HERE to visit our website Click HERE to visit our Facebook group Click HERE to follow our TikTok Click HERE to subscribe to our YouTube channel   

#195There are lots of misconceptions about teaching grammar. There are also opinions about whether or not there is a place for teaching grammar in a proficiency-based classroom. In this episode, Catherine Ritz and Mike Travers, authors of Proficiency-Based Instruction: Teaching GRAMMAR for Proficiency, join me to talk about the place of grammar in a proficiency-based classroom.  And yes, there is a place for it.Topics in this Episode:Misconceptions around teaching grammar and how Catherine and Mike's book, Teaching GRAMMAR for Proficiency, addresses them?What it looks like to teach grammar in a way that truly supports communication and proficiency, rather than just memorization and drillsIn a proficiency-based vertical curriculum, how (or should) we incorporate grammar  Should specific grammar structures be explicitly planned for, or should they emerge more organically based on themes and student needs?Examples of an activities and strategies that effectively integrates grammar while keeping communication at the center of learningFirst steps to take when shifting toward a proficiency-based approachGet your copy of Proficiency-Based Instruction: Teaching GRAMMAR for Proficiency.  Use the code ACTFL15OFF to get 15% off the cost of the book.Connect with Catherine Ritz and Mike Travers:Mike's Website: Diaries Of A Mad World Language TeacherCatherine's Webiste: RitzWorldLangConnect with Joshua and the World Language Classroom Community: wlclassrom.comX (aka Twitter):  @wlclassroomThreads: @wlclassroomInstagram:  @wlclassroomFacebook:  /wlclassroomWLClassroom Facebook Group__________________________Interested in having Joshua work directly with your department, school or district?  Look at options for collaborating in person or remotely.______________________________Sign up for Talking Points to get  tips, tools and resources for your language teaching.______________________________Join Joshua as a guest on the podcast.______________________________Join Joshua for a Leveling Up Coaching Episode  on the podcast.  Send me a text and let me know your thoughts on this episode or the podcast.

South East Asia comprises 10 diverse nations and nearly 700 million people spread across a vast landmass. Consequently, the numbers are often large, impactful and scaleable - and travel and tourism are no exceptions. This week, Gary and Hannah select the Top 8 statistical talking points from across the region. These cover inbound and outbound travel, ASEAN vs APAC airline seat capacity, the Hajj pilgrimage from Indonesia, human capital development in Vietnam – and electrified living everywhere. Plus, can Love Win All in Thailand? Which capital city is spending almost USD200 million on urban heritage revitalisation? And which country is surging far ahead of the pack for year-on year tourism arrivals growth? Plus, much more...

Send us a textNavigating parenting dilemmas and celebrating academic achievements while sharing real-talk about the everyday quirks of Wilson life.Talking Points:• 8 year old Winthrop "character building" as his soccer team hasn't won a single game.• 18-year-old Muffy graduated with her AA degree featuring bagpipes and lengthy speeches,• Food territorialism creates marital tension• Fun with portmanteaus• Refined Gay Jeff's excitement about Fleet WeekLet us know about your own character-building parenting moments at familiarwilsons@gmail.com.Super Familiar with The Wilsons Find us on instagram at instagram.com/superfamiliarwitthewilsonsand on YoutubeContact us! familiarwilsons@gmail.com

For the final installment of Season 2 of Beyond Talking Points, host Abby McCloskey speaks with Rick Perry, former Governor of Texas and U.S. Energy Secretary. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Three Moments That Almost Broke Me—and Made Me Stronger Life is a journey filled with ups and downs, and it is often during our most challenging moments that we discover our true strength. In the latest episode of the School of Self-Image, Tonya Leigh shares her personal experiences of facing adversity and how these moments ultimately shaped her into a stronger, more resilient version of herself. Tonya opens up about her own transformative life moments that felt overwhelmingly challenging. She shares her vulnerability in recording this episode, revealing the resistance she faced and the importance of showing the raw, real version of ourselves. Tonya discusses the concept of wabi-sabi, an ancient Japanese philosophy that appreciates beauty in imperfection and incompleteness, contrasting it with our perfection-obsessed culture. Join her as she explores how the toughest experiences can ultimately shape and strengthen our character. Tune in for an inspiring conversation on embracing our flaws and the growth that comes from life's challenges. Talking Points: 00:33 - The Challenge of Vulnerability 01:38 - Embracing Imperfection: The Wabi-Sabi Philosophy 02:31 - Life's Breaking Points 04:06 - Moment 1: Divorce and Single Motherhood 07:04 - Moment 2: Battling an Eating Disorder 13:17 - Moment 3: Daughter's Illness and Personal Sacrifice 22:42 - Reflections and Lessons Learned 25:19 - Encouragement for Those Struggling 26:03 - Embracing the Journey Quotes: "It wasn't breaking me. It was making me unbreakable." "It's okay to ask for help. It's okay to be supported. It's okay to not know how to do this on your own." "No matter how down you think you are, don't give up on yourself because remember, those moments, they're what's making you stronger." "I think the biggest gift that came out of this was... she appreciates and takes care of herself in such a way that I don't think she would have had this not happened." "You don't give up on the dream, but you may have to adjust your goals." "You are not falling apart. You're actually falling into yourself." "It doesn't mean that you're weak. It means that you're human." Useful  Resources: Click HERE to join the Membership  Click HERE for a FREE download  Click HERE to sign up for our newsletter, The Edit   Connect with Self-Image Coach Tonya Leigh: Click HERE to follow our Instagram Click HERE to visit our website Click HERE to visit our Facebook group Click HERE to follow our TikTok Click HERE to subscribe to our YouTube channel 

Giant Monster Messages: Godzilla and Mothra: The Battle For Earth (1992) For our episode of the 1992 classic Godzilla and Mothra, we discuss pre-history flood myths and wonder if words are important.  Time   01:45 History 09:30 Plot 17:25 Talking Points 32:15 Messages 37:30 Final Thoughts 39:00 Listener Feedback Contact us at: Discord https://giantmonstermessages.com/ GiantMonsterMessages@gmail.com BlueSky Main Theme and Stingers Written by Matthias Fluor https://mfluor.ch/ Podcast Art by Laser 'lizard' Lluis Special Thanks to: Teachers everywhere Authors of the First Amendment

Glenn Greenwald discusses the escalation of the extremist rhetoric employed by pro-Israel pundits and commentators, and the deliberate starvation of the civilian population in Gaza by the Israeli military. PLUS: A NYC event featuring Israeli minister Itamar Ben-Givr ends with a pro-Israel mob chasing down a lone woman, and a BBC documentary reveals the supremacist ideology behind the Israeli settler movement. ------ Watch full episodes on Rumble, streamed LIVE 7pm ET. Become part of our Locals community Follow System Update:  Twitter Instagram TikTok Facebook LinkedIn

Republican Governor Glenn Youngkin is considering about a hundred bills that are on his desk right now, and his deadline to take action is at the end of the week. Michael Pope more about one bill that guarantees a right to contraception.

IPL 2025 Talking Points - Vaibhav Suryavanshi 100 aged 14 + RCB to win it all? | Cricket Today Show, Wednesday April 2 - Episode 141. Cricket Today talk on all of the IPL 2025 biggest talking points with RCB on top of the table, Delhi surprising, an amazing 35 ball hundred from 14 year old Suryavanshi and Josh Hazlewood leading the wickets and the way for Aussies! The panel full of banter talks up Mitch Marsh is extremely worried about the Sunrisers form and predicts the exact table finish ahead of the 2025 IPL playoffs! Cricket Today panelists Liam 'Stats Guy' McAllion, Marcus Bazzano and Leo Mullaly talk all things T20 for the 2025 IPL season! Timestamps:00:00 Intro03:54 IPL Team Check In35:10 Aussie Watch39:04 Outro

#194Where do you find opportunities for exploring language and culture beyond the classroom? Have you found ways to involve your students in service learning projects? In this episode, I have the privilege of speaking with Chris Howell who is the co-founder of the Pulsera Project. This is an organization that supports artisans in Guatemala and Nicaragua through direct connections with schools and students in the United States. My school, Tower School in Marblehead, MA has partnered with Chris and the Pulsera Project. I have so much respect for the work that he and his organization do that I had to have him on the podcast to share all about it.Topics in this Episode:what the Pulsera Project is and what inspired Chris  to co-found the organizationhow the mission has evolved since 2009how the Pulsera Project fosters meaningful connections between U.S. students and artisanseducating students on Fair Tradesuccess stories of artisans and communities that has been positively impacted by the Pulsera Projectadvice for language teachers who want to incorporate service learning and global citizenship into their classroomsConnect with Chris Howell and the Pulsera Project:Website: pulseraproject.orgFacebook: /pulseraprojectInstagram: @pulseraprojecTikTok: @pulsera.projectX/Twitter: @pulseraprojectPinterest: pulseraproject/Connect with Joshua and the World Language Classroom Community: wlclassrom.comX (aka Twitter):  @wlclassroomThreads: @wlclassroomInstagram:  @wlclassroomFacebook:  /wlclassroomWLClassroom Facebook Group__________________________Interested in having Joshua work directly with your department, school or district?  Look at options for collaborating in person or remotely.______________________________Sign up for Talking Points to get  tips, tools and resources for your language teaching.______________________________Join Joshua as a guest on the podcast.______________________________Join Joshua for a Leveling Up Coaching Episode  on the podcast.  Send me a text and let me know your thoughts on this episode or the podcast.

Show Notes: Venture Blues: Cloud, Silver LiningOverviewThis week's “Venture Blues” editorial brings into focus a brewing transformation in early-stage venture capital. As funds endure stretched timelines and mounting LP pressure, long-taboo secondary markets are stepping into the limelight. At the same time, traditional VC structures—anchored to power-law home runs and decade-long illiquidity—are under fresh scrutiny.What makes this collection compelling is its blend of on-the-ground investor testimony (from Dan Gray, Hunter Walk, Rob Hodgkinson) and hard data (Carta charts, Series B MOIC trends) that together sketch a venture asset class at a crossroads: can it engineer better liquidity and more dependable returns without sacrificing outsized upside?Key Trend 1: The Liquidity Imperative and Rise of SecondariesAs portfolio companies stall in late-stage rounds, early-stage VCs and LPs alike are waking up to the need for earlier liquidity—and rediscovering secondaries.Why it matters:– Stigma around selling GP stakes is eroding when 10-year fund cycles stretch toward 15 years.– Liquidity becomes critical to meet IRR targets and redeploy capital.Talking Point 1: From Taboo to ToolboxQuote:“The obvious desperation for liquidity has — for now — removed the stigma associated with secondaries.”— Dan Gray's X postEarly-stage managers, once loath to let shares go, now view secondaries as a legitimate value-preservation tactic.Removing psychological barriers makes secondaries a core liquidity channel, not just a last-resort option.Talking Point 2: Fund Cycles Stretch, LP Calculations ShiftQuote:“For the earliest funds (pre-seed, seed) this means instead of 10 year fund cycles for LPs, you're seeing closer to 15, which fundamentally changes LP calculations about the asset class.”— Hunter Walk, HomebrewLonger holding periods erode IRRs and cash-on-cash returns.LPs factor in delayed distributions, pressing GPs to surface secondary opportunities sooner.Key Trend 2: Structural Challenges in Traditional VC ModelsDespite aggregate Series B investments growing 476% over eight years, most value remains on paper—and out of reach.Why it matters:– Healthy MOIC doesn't equate to real cash returns.– Most LPs lack access to top-performing funds and can't live off latent value.Talking Point 1: MOIC vs. Cash—The Distribution DilemmaQuote:“And the 4.76x is measured in MOIC, not cash, so was not distributed.”— Venture Blues editorialVenture's celebrated power law produces massive paper returns skewed toward a handful of winners.Without distributions, LPs can't recycle gains, creating a false sense of asset-class health.Talking Point 2: Concentration of Compelling ManagersQuote:“Most LPs do not get returns, and certainly not liquid returns (the only real kind).”— Venture Blues editorialA small club of star GPs capture most performance.Broader LP community remains exposed to illiquidity without average outcome participation.Key Trend 3: Rethinking the LP Base and Investor AlignmentEconomic uncertainty is forcing a recalibration of who backs VC—and how.Why it matters:– Traditional LPs (endowments, pensions) face funding pressures.– New entrants (sovereign wealth, retail, alternatives platforms) demand different structures.Talking Point 1: Endowment Exodus to SecondariesQuote:“A harbinger of change is Yale, who pioneered the ‘endowment model'… selling $6 bn in its PE portfolio in secondaries for the first time.”— Rob HodgkinsonEndowments under the gun from taxes, tariff impacts and political hostility.Liquid strategies gain priority, reshaping demand for evergreen and secondary vehicles.Talking Point 2: LP Preferences Shape Fund ProductsQuote:“VC is changing. Venture firms need to rethink not just who they raise from, but how their LP base influences what they're offering.”— Rob HodgkinsonA move toward evergreen, co-invest, direct, and secondary funds rather than classic 10-year vehicles.Funds must tailor structures to new LP appetites for liquidity and risk profiles.Key Trend 4: Emerging Structures for De-Risked, Liquid VC InvestmentsAlgorithmic selection and private-company indexes promise to lower risk, broaden access and embed liquidity.Why it matters:– De-couples returns from a small set of GPs and rare unicorns.– Creates tradable vehicles for average VC outcomes.Talking Point 1: Filtering the 7% That MatterQuote:“Investing in this 7% as an index gives investors the ability to participate in de-risked average outcomes.”— Venture Blues editorialData and machine learning reject 93% of Series B rounds.The top 7% deliver 6.2x MOIC in five years, enabling an index tilted for performance.Talking Point 2: Liquidity by DesignQuote:“There is no longer a dependency on which fund an LP can invest in… And liquidity is built into the index approach.”— Venture Blues editorialIndex shares can be bought and sold once listed on public markets.Retail investors and non-traditional allocators gain direct VC exposure.Discussion QuestionsHow has the elongation of fund cycles from 10 to 15 years altered LPs' appetite for early-stage VC?Can the rise of secondaries truly resolve liquidity challenges, or does it merely shift them to later rounds?With secondaries becoming “primary” for early-stage VCs, is there a risk of misaligned incentives between GPs and founders?How might new LP entrants (retail platforms, sovereign wealth funds) reshape venture fundraising and governance?Is algorithmic selection and index-based investing a silver bullet for de-risking VC, or does it introduce new systemic biases?Is the core issue in venture the lack of liquidity or the inherent power-law structure forcing “home runs”?What unintended consequences could emerge from tradable private-company indexes?Closing SegmentVenture Blues reveals an asset class in flux: the thirst for liquidity is rewriting norms, LPs are demanding new structures, and data-driven models offer a glimpse at more equitable, de-risked returns. As we watch secondaries soar and index products emerge, the central question remains: can VC evolve beyond its 70-year blueprint to deliver both outsized growth and true liquidity?Final thought: the silver lining in today's venture clouds may be a fundamentally redesigned asset class that finally brings average, liquid outcomes within reach.Stay tuned as we track which of these trends will reshape the venture landscape for good. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.thatwastheweek.com/subscribe

This week on Beyond Talking Points, host Abby McCloskey talks with Pia Orrenius, a labor economist at the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas, about the effects of migration and deportations on the American economy, workforce and culture. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Lightning Strike: A Wake-Up Call to Live Fully In our fast-paced lives, it's easy to let moments slip by unnoticed, overshadowed by distractions and the constant hum of to-do lists. However, as Tonya Leigh emphasizes in this episode, life doesn't need to be grand to feel fulfilling; it simply needs to be fully lived. The key to unlocking joy, clarity, and confidence lies in maximizing our moments. Tonya shares a deeply personal story inspired by a frightening experience during a flight from Charlotte to Boston. While 15,000 to 20,000 feet in the air, an unexpected flash of light shook the plane, sending passengers into a panic. Tonya recounts her reaction of stillness amidst chaos, highlighting the importance of maximizing moments in life. She emphasizes that life doesn't need to be bigger to feel better; rather, it requires a fuller experience. Join Tonya as she explores how to unlock more joy, clarity, and confidence in your everyday moments. Grab your tea or coffee and prepare for an enlightening discussion on living fully. Talking Points: 00:43 - Tonya's Scary Flight Experience 03:23 - Realization of Life's Value 05:09 - What Really Matters 07:16 - How We Minimize Moments 09:53 - Deep Presence and Awareness 13:23 - Focusing on Lack vs. Appreciation 18:10 - Wealth and Maximizing Resources 22:28 - Investing in Inspiration 24:46 - Living in Gratitude Quotes: "It woke me up to what really, really matters." "As long as I have my life, I have possibility." "When you are present, you'll realize you're okay in this moment without all of the mental drama."  "The practice of appreciation will change your life."  "Focusing on what you already have and maximizing it will lead to discoveries and results that will expand your life." "The best way to do that is to make here so full that you outgrow it." "You don't need more time. You just need more aliveness in the time you already have." Useful  Resources: Click HERE to join the Membership  Click HERE for a FREE download  Click HERE to sign up for our newsletter, The Edit   Connect with Self-Image Coach Tonya Leigh: Click HERE to follow our Instagram Click HERE to visit our website Click HERE to visit our Facebook group Click HERE to follow our TikTok Click HERE to subscribe to our YouTube channel   

What can we learn from one of the most complex AI projects in any museum today?  What is the history of AI in museums? Can we add AI to our experiences without a complete renovation? How do you teach an AI about 775 different football teams? How can AI put visitors literally into a story? Is AI accurate enough for a museum? What about bias? Doesn't AI take away jobs? And how do you specify exactly what shade of college football orange you want to an AI — if you can only use words? Kimberly Beaudin (CEO, College Football Hall of Fame) and Geoff Thatcher (Founder & Chief Creative Officer, Creative Principals) discuss “A Museum Transformed with AI” with host Jonathan Alger (Managing Partner, C&G Partners | The Exhibition and Experience Design Studio). Along the way: Hypercinema, Salvador Dalí, and net promoter scores. Talking Points: 1. A College Football Museum Transformed with AI2. History of AI in Museums3. Adding, Not Redesigning4. Putting Visitors in the Story: Cheerleader, Coach, Player5. Accuracy, Inclusivity and Jobs6. What We Learned7. What Visitors Are SayingHow to Listen: Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/making-the-museum/id1674901311 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6oP4QJR7yxv7Rs7VqIpI1G Listen at Making the Museum, the Website: https://www.makingthemuseum.com/podcast Links to Every Podcast Service, via Transistor: https://makingthemuseum.transistor.fm/Guest Bios: Kimberly Beaudin is the Chief Executive Officer for the Chick-fil-A College Football Hall of Fame, one of Atlanta's top attractions, and college football's mecca. Beaudin joined the College Football Hall of Fame in June 2015 as the Vice President of Marketing and Communications. With over 20 years of experience in leading brand development and marketing strategy, she was later promoted to oversee the sales operations of the business in March 2016. In April 2020, Beaudin was appointed CEO of the Hall of Fame, making her the first female leader of the storied attraction. In her role as CEO, Beaudin focuses on strategic marketing initiatives, community and public relations, group sales and event sales as well as philanthropic development and partnership sales and activation. Geoff Thatcher is an experienced creative director who excels at leading projects from concept to reality. These projects are most often about creating world-class experiences in corporate visitor centers, executive briefing centers, museums, theme parks and live events.Great experiences are distinguished by great story telling. Whether it's interviewing executives about the future of health care in America, walking the Fort Worth assembly line of the F-35 Lightning II or listening to a seventh-generation Hawaiian play ukulele in her living room, it all begins with finding the story and translating it into memorable experiences. Geoff's passion and experience in leadership development is ultimately about creating an environment where great work can get done together.About Making the Museum: Making the Museum is hosted (podcast) and written (newsletter) by Jonathan Alger. MtM is a project of C&G Partners | The Exhibition and Experience Design Studio. Learn more about the creative work of C&G Partners:https://www.cgpartnersllc.com/ Links for This Episode: Kimberly on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberly-hartley-beaudin-a547933/ Kimberly by email:kbeaudin@cfbhall.com College Football Hall of Fame:https://www.cfbhall.com/Geoff on Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/geoffthatcher/ Geoff by email:gthatcher@creativeprincipals.com Creative Principals:https://www.creativeprincipals.com/Links for Making the Museum, the Podcast: Contact Making the Museum:https://www.makingthemuseum.com/contact Host Jonathan Alger, Managing Partner of C&G Partners, on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanalger Email Jonathan Alger:alger@cgpartnersllc.com C&G Partners | The Exhibition and Experience Design Studio:https://www.cgpartnersllc.com/ Making the Museum, the Newsletter: Like the show? You might enjoy the newsletter. Making the Museum is also a free weekly professional development email for exhibition practitioners, museum leaders, and visitor experience professionals. (And newsletter subscribers are the first to hear about new episodes of this podcast.) Join hundreds of your peers with a one-minute read, three times a week. Invest in your career with a diverse, regular feed of planning and design insights, practical tips, and tested strategies — including thought-provoking approaches to technology, experience design, audience, budgeting, content, and project management. Subscribe to the newsletter:https://www.makingthemuseum.com/

#193Do you use task cards? How can we get the most out of them in our language classrooms? Task cards are useful tools for building engagement, supporting proficiency, and adding variety to your routines. In this episode, we're looking at 15 creative ways to use task cards. You might already have a few that you like to use, and after this episode you have lots more.Blog Post with all 15 ways to use task cards in your language classroom.Topics in this Episode:what task cards arewhat to put on task cards15 ways to use task cards in the language classroomWarm-Ups (Do Nows)Fast FinishersExit TicketStation ActivityScootDifferentiationBack to BackTraditional Board GamesQuiz GamesInteractive Bulletin BoardScavenger HuntIndividual BoardsSub ActivityBinder SheetsAssessmentsBlog Post with all 15 ways to use task cards in your language classroom.Connect with Joshua and the World Language Classroom Community: wlclassrom.comX (aka Twitter):  @wlclassroomThreads: @wlclassroomInstagram:  @wlclassroomFacebook:  /wlclassroomWLClassroom Facebook Group__________________________Interested in having Joshua work directly with your department, school or district?  Look at options for collaborating in person or remotely.______________________________Sign up for Talking Points to get  tips, tools and resources for your language teaching.______________________________Join Joshua as a guest on the podcast.______________________________Join Joshua for a Leveling Up Coaching Episode  on the podcast.  Send me a text and let me know your thoughts on this episode or the podcast.

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What does a quartet of mutated turtles with ninja skills, and, a group of sexy male strippers on a raunchy road to glory, have in common? Digging in to the archives of previous episodesThis week on THE MOVIE CONNECTION, we ask:Jacob watched "Magic Mike XXL"(4:08) (Directed by, Gregory Jacobs. Starring, Channing Tatum, Joe Manganiello, Jada Pinkett Smith...)KC watched "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 2: The Secret of the Ooze"(35:23) (Directed by, Michael Pressman. Starring, Paige Turco, Ernie Reyes, Jr., David Warner...)Talking Points include:"La Bare" DocumentarySequelsDigital vs Analog movie magicAnd more!!Send us an e-mail to say hello: movieconnectionpodcast@gmail.comFollow us on ⁠Instagram⁠Check out more movie reviews from Jacob on ⁠Letterboxd⁠Subscribe at ⁠Apple Podcasts⁠Cover image by ⁠Austin Hillebrecht⁠ and KC SchwartzOpening and closing themes courtesy of TelevisionTunes.com

Show Notes: Are Google and Meta Screwed?And does it make any Sense?April 18, 2025OverviewThis week's newsletter delves into a pivotal moment for two of tech's biggest players: Meta and Google. Long dominant through strategic acquisitions and platform control, both are now under intense legal scrutiny. At the same time, a new platform shift—centered on AI—threatens to upend their business models, just as geopolitical forces reshape global markets.Listeners will gain insight into how antitrust battles, legacy acquisitions, AI innovation, and trade wars intersect to challenge the future of these giants. We'll connect disparate articles to reveal patterns that go beyond individual stories.Key TrendsKey Trend 1: Government Antitrust Pressure and Legal BattlesSignificance: After decades of unchecked growth, Meta and Google face unprecedented antitrust scrutiny. The outcomes could reset the rules for digital markets—and determine whether breakups or massive fines become the norm.Talking Point 1: Meta's High-Stakes Trial“In a just world, the FTC has no shot to win this case. The case is so nebulous and weak…”– M.G. Siegler, “The Meta Points of Meta's Trial” (https://spyglass.org/meta-trial/)• Highlights the FTC's challenge: litigating past acquisitions with vague theories of harm.Talking Point 2: Google Guilty in Ad Tech Monopoly“A judge ruled that Google holds a monopolistic position in the technology of online advertising, unfairly harming rivals and advertisers.”– David McCabe, New York Times(https://www.nytimes.com/2025/04/17/technology/google-ad-tech-antitrust-ruling.html)• Marks the second major U.S. court loss for Google in under a year, setting the stage for structural remedies.Key Trend 2: Strategic Platform Shifts and Legacy AcquisitionsSignificance: Meta's survival has hinged on buying Instagram and WhatsApp; now those very deals are under fire. The pattern echoes past shifts—desktop to mobile—and underscores how acquisitions can both secure and imperil platform relevance.Talking Point 1: The Value and Vulnerability of Instagram“Without Instagram, Meta is screwed.”– M.G. Siegler, Spyglass (https://spyglass.org/without-instagram-meta-is-screwed/)• Shows Instagram's ad revenue underpins Meta's funding for new bets (metaverse, AI).Talking Point 2: Echoes of the Mobile Battle“Facebook 2.0 will try to kill Facebook 1.0 and Google 2.0 will try to kill Google 1.0.”– Editorial, “Are Google and Meta Screwed?” (Newsletter for April 11, 2025)• Reminds us how prior platform shifts demanded reinvention—AI may require the same.Key Trend 3: AI‑Driven Disruption and the Next PlatformsSignificance: Just as mobile upended desktop, AI is redrawing the map of search, discovery, and social engagement. Meta and Google must adapt to challengers like OpenAI, Anthropic, xAI and novel features such as memory and reasoning.Talking Point 1: AI Search and Discovery Race“OpenAI, Anthropic, Perplexity, and Grok capture users for AI based search and discovery.”– Editorial, “Are Google and Meta Screwed?”• Signals user migration away from traditional search and feeds.Talking Point 2: The AI Price War and Memory Features“OpenAI slashes prices for GPT‑4.1 by up to 75%, igniting an AI price war among tech giants.”– Bryson Masse, VentureBeat (https://venturebeat.com/ai/gpt-4-1-ai-price-war-developers/)“Claude's memory feature … allows the chatbot to recall details from previous interactions.”– Michael Nuñez, VentureBeat(https://venturebeat.com/ai/claude-just-gained-superpowers-anthropics-ai-can-now-search-your-entire-google-workspace-without-you/)• Underscores how product feature arms races could outflank legacy ad models.Key Trend 4: Global Economic Realignments and Trade WarsSignificance: Tech doesn't operate in a vacuum. Tariffs and nationalism are reshaping supply chains and consumer behavior, with knock‑on effects for digital giants reliant on ad dollars and global audiences.Talking Point 1: Tariffs as a “Tectonic Plate Shift”“Trump's tariffs are part of a broader movement in the global economy which he describes as a ‘tectonic plate shift.'”– Peter R. Orszag, New York Times video (https://www.nytimes.com/video/opinion/100000010103488/trumps-tariffs-are-part-of-a-tectonic-plate-shift-in-the-global-economy.html)• Reflects how trade policy uncertainty seeps into tech investment and consumer prices.Talking Point 2: The End of Globalism vs Economic Globalization“Globalisation as we've known it for the past couple of decades has come to an end.”– Frank Furedi, Spiked (https://www.spiked-online.com/2025/04/15/the-end-of-globalism-is-nigh/)• Positions economic nationalism alongside persistent interdependence—tech firms must navigate both.Discussion QuestionsHow do the FTC's and DOJ's strategies against Meta and Google reflect a shift in government confidence and capability to regulate tech giants?Would breaking up Instagram and WhatsApp—or forcing Google to divest its ad tech—spur innovation or simply weaken platforms in an era of AI competition?In what ways has the shift from mobile to AI mirrored past platform transitions, and what lessons should Meta and Google apply as they pursue “2.0” strategies?Is the AI price war (GPT‑4.1 cuts, Claude memory, Grok features) a sustainable model for developers and businesses, or will it erode margins across the ecosystem?Do Trump's tariffs and rising economic nationalism ultimately strengthen China's tech incumbents (Huawei, Temu, Shein) more than they pressure U.S. companies? (Controversial)With visionaries like Jack Dorsey and Elon Musk calling to “delete all IP law,” how should tech firms balance creator rights against AI training needs? (Controversial) 7. How does the narrative of “the end of globalism” influence Big Tech's investment in international expansion and localized product strategies?Closing IdeasMeta and Google stand at a crossroads: legal rulings threaten their core business structures while AI challengers redefine user engagement.Their historic playbook—acquiring emerging rivals and evolving ad models—now collides with fast‑moving technology, activist regulators, and geopolitical headwinds.Final Thought: Survival for these giants will depend on agility—embracing AI as the next platform, rethinking past acquisitions, and navigating a world where borders, both digital and national, are being redrawn.Generated on 4/18/2025 with Newsletter Creator This is a public episode. 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What connects CNN, Coldplay, Bollywood, The White Lotus, Bluey, Minecraft and K-dramas? All are linked to the burgeoning trend of representing tourism destinations in TV series, movies, videos, documentaries and computer games. This week, Gary and Hannah assess the top 8 TV and Movie Tourism talking points in ASEAN, Asia Pacific and beyond. The global journey takes us from Jakarta, Koh Samui and Singapore to Seoul, Jeju Island and Okinawa - and beyond to the UK, New Zealand and Australia. En route, we discuss the influence of micro-dramas, Ne Zha 2 and Black Myth: Wuking on domestic tourism in China. We look at the darker side of tourism on screen, including No More Bets, The Beach, Iseltwald and the filming issues around The Expats in Hong Kong. Plus we tap into the changing role of tourism boards and travel suppliers in destination placement, assess the surging growth of on-location cookery shows, and explore how Netflix is financing local TV productions to promote culture, heritage and tourism in Indonesia and South Korea for domestic and regional audiences. 

Dave Rubin of “The Rubin Report” talks about “The View's” Whoopi Goldberg accidentally echoing Republican talking points about putting control of education into local authorities hands and closing the Department of Education and why poor people need to “suck it up” and pay higher taxes to support their local schools; Joe Biden's triumphant return to public speaking; White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt eviscerating the mainstream media for getting the facts of Kilmar Ábrego García's deportation to El Salvador completely wrong and supporting an MS-13 gang member; Senator Chris Van Hollen's plan to go to El Salvador and convince President Nayib Bukele to let him rescue Ábrego García and return him to the United States; Stephen Miller debunking the “Maryland Dad” myth surrounding Kilmar Ábrego García to Fox News' Jesse Watters; “The Ingraham Angle's” Laura Ingraham talking to Jonathan Turley about the irony of the DOJ's investigation into Attorney General Letitia James for mortgage fraud; Gavin Newsom having his push for Medi-Cal coverage to give health insurance coverage to illegal immigrants backfire as the program runs out of money; and much more. WATCH the MEMBER-EXCLUSIVE segment of the show here: https://rubinreport.locals.com/ Check out the NEW RUBIN REPORT MERCH here: https://daverubin.store/ ---------- Today's Sponsors: Rumble Premium - Corporate America is fighting to remove speech, Rumble is fighting to keep it. If you really believe in this fight Rumble is offering $10 off with the promo code RUBIN when you purchase an annual subscription. Go to: https://Rumble.com/premium/RUBIN and use promo code RUBIN CBDistillery.com- Struggling with poor sleep or aches and pains? Take the advice of our over 2 million satisfied customers. Use CBD after physical activity for reductions in stress and pain. Order now and save up to 60% on everything! Go to: http://CBDistillery.com and enter PROMO CODE: RUMBLE 1775 Coffee - 1775 Coffee isn't just coffee—it's brain fuel for patriots. Handpicked Bolivian beans, roasted in the USA, delivering pure, single-origin brilliance without a hint of deceit. The best part? Every dollar you spend enters you to win a blacked-out 2024 Tesla Cybertruck plus $30,000 cash! Rubin Report viewers get 15% off their order. Go to: https://1775coffee.com/RUBIN and use code RUBIN Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Giant Monster Messages: Honey, I Blew Up the Kid (1992) For our episode of this 1992 we discuss calculating babysitter overtime and Rick Moranis being a marshmallow.  We also discuss for over 7 minutes on how to make a PB&J.  Time 01:33 History 09:51 Plot 24:38 Talking Points 28:30 Start PBJ 35:40 End PBJ 48:30 Messages 55:40 Final Thoughts 58:00 Listener Feedback Contact us at: Discord https://giantmonstermessages.com/ GiantMonsterMessages@gmail.com BlueSky Main Theme and Stingers Written by Matthias Fluor https://mfluor.ch/ Podcast Art by Laser 'lizard' Lluis Special Thanks to: Teachers everywhere Authors of the First Amendment

Nick was joined in the studio by Alan Johns, Saffie Osborne & Ralph Beckett for this week's talking points: Celebre d'Allen / Baroness Batters / Weighing Rooms / Female Facilities / Amphitheatre Racing / US Tariffs on horses.

  **Patreon Episode - Visuals*** patreon.com/c/TogetherRealBad In this Patreon episode of Together Real Bad, Beautifulll and Ace get real about navigating blame in relationships—from late-night matcha disasters to emotional misfires and unspoken expectations. We kick things off with a check-in on work, wellness, and that one neighbor who might just be a villain. Then we get personal about family brunches, coming out, and why setting emotional traps (even unintentionally) never ends well.

#192How much flexibility or autonomy do you have over your curriculum? Are you able to integrate CI techniques and procedures? This can be a bit challenging if our curriculum is aligned with chapters in a textbook or prescribed units.  Today I speak with Ashley Mikkelsen, a Spanish teacher in North Dakota.  Ashley talks us through her personal journey and experience integrating CI activities into her textbook-aligned curriculum that also includes common assessments.  And these assessments are not always proficiency-based. Is this possible? Ashley shows us how with her quintessential realistic lens. Topics in this Episode:Challenges teachers face when trying to incorporate Comprehensible Input (CI) within a textbook-driven curriculumstrategies and techniques for blending CI with the requirements of a textbook curriculumspecific examples of successfully integrating CI into a textbook lessonhow teachers can make sure that their use of CI aligns with the learning objectives and assessments outlined in the textbookrecommendations for teachers who are new to CI but are required to follow a textbook curriculumConnect with Ashley Mikkelsen:Instagram: @srta_spanishTikTok: @srta_spanishX/Twitter:@afulks2013Website: srtaspanish.comConnect with Joshua and the World Language Classroom Community: wlclassrom.comX (aka Twitter):  @wlclassroomThreads: @wlclassroomInstagram:  @wlclassroomFacebook:  /wlclassroomWLClassroom Facebook Group__________________________Interested in having Joshua work directly with your department, school or district?  Look at options for collaborating in person or remotely.______________________________Sign up for Talking Points to get  tips, tools and resources for your language teaching.______________________________Join Joshua as a guest on the podcast.______________________________Join Joshua for a Leveling Up Coaching Episode  on the podcast.  Send me a text and let me know your thoughts on this episode or the podcast.

From trade and policy priorities to new growth opportunities, Janet Henry, Global Chief Economist, and Fred Neumann, Chief Asia Economist, join Piers Butler to discuss the key takeaways from this year's event in Hong Kong.Disclaimer: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/Kvl7rCnSubscribe to HSBC Business Edition- MENAT on Apple Podcast, Spotify, YouTube, or Anghami for the latest business news and insights.Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/ae/podcast/hsbc-business-editions-menat/id1530716865Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/3d9NPmyU64oqNGWvT0VvARYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLBOGWG1Zpoxznztf0ucbZ5HZpP1cAqQQE Anghami - https://play.anghami.com/artist/7640230 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

OverviewThe "Whiplash" newsletter delves into various critical topics that reflect significant shifts in global dynamics, particularly in technology, geopolitics, and economic trends. These articles highlight the evolution of data infrastructure, the impact of U.S.-China trade tensions, advancements in AI and robotics, and the challenges facing globalization. This collection of content offers insights into how these trends are reshaping industries and international relations, emphasizing the need for adaptability and strategic alliances in an increasingly complex world.Key TrendsKey Trend 1: Technological Advancements and AISignificance: The articles highlight the transformative power of AI and graph technology in enhancing decision-making processes and creating more personalized experiences. AI is increasingly crucial in optimizing business operations and amplifying human potential rather than replacing it.Talking Point 1: Reid Hoffman's perspective on AI emphasizes its potential to enhance human capabilities, making us more human. This view is reflected in his book Superagency, which argues that AI leads to more human agency rather than less.Talking Point 2: The integration of AI into SaaS models is revolutionizing unit economics by improving customer experiences, predictive analytics, and operational efficiency. This shift is making businesses more agile and efficient.Key Trend 2: Geopolitical Tensions and TradeSignificance: The articles discuss the escalating tensions between the U.S. and China, particularly over trade policies and technological sovereignty. These tensions are reshaping global trade dynamics and challenging traditional economic alliances.Talking Point 1: The U.S. tariffs imposed on China have inadvertently benefited China by prompting it to focus on domestic consumption and technological innovation. This strategic shift is making China more self-sufficient.Talking Point 2: The TikTok negotiations illustrate the complexities of cross-border technology regulation and the challenges of aligning national security concerns with economic interests.Key Trend 3: Globalization and Economic ShiftsSignificance: The articles explore the potential collapse of globalization due to rising nationalism and trade barriers. This trend has significant implications for economic growth, cultural exchange, and international cooperation.Talking Point 1: The shift away from globalization is driven by protectionist policies and geopolitical conflicts, which could lead to slower economic growth and increased instability.Talking Point 2: China's rise as a dominant trade partner reflects a broader trend of economic power redistribution, with implications for global market dynamics and technological innovation.Discussion QuestionsWhat are the potential long-term consequences of the U.S.-China trade tensions on global economic stability?How can AI be effectively integrated into business operations to enhance productivity and retain human value?In what ways does the shift towards protectionism affect international cooperation and global governance?How might the evolution of data infrastructure impact industries like finance and healthcare?What role do strategic alliances play in countering economic challenges posed by major powers like China?How can businesses adapt to the changing landscape of globalization and technological advancements?What ethical considerations arise from the increasing reliance on AI in decision-making processes?Closing SegmentThe most important trends highlighted in the "Whiplash" newsletter revolve around technological innovation, geopolitical tensions, and economic shifts. These themes underscore the need for strategic adaptability, international cooperation, and ethical considerations in navigating the complex dynamics of the modern world. As AI continues to transform industries and global trade patterns evolve, understanding these trends is crucial for businesses, policymakers, and individuals seeking to thrive in an increasingly interconnected and rapidly changing world. The final thought: In a world where change is the only constant, embracing innovation and fostering cooperation will be key to unlocking future success and stability. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.thatwastheweek.com/subscribe

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Originally uploaded April 4th, reloaded April 10th. Jeffrey Mosher welcomes Pavan Muzumdar, CEO of Project DIAMOnD, by Automation Alley, Troy, MI, with Edward Moffett, creator of The Moon Ring, Rochester, MI. Pavan remind the Michigan business community about Project DIAMOnD? ( a 3D initiative created by Automation Alley and funded by Oakland County, is helping businesses across various industries save thousands of dollars each year. By providing access to cutting-edge 3D printing technology, the program enables businesses to reduce their reliance on overseas support and bring production in-house, ultimately keeping manufacturing in the USA. One great example of this is The Moon Ring, a popular gag gift that was featured on the Bachelorette.) Ed, as the owner and creator of The Moon Ring, can you tell us a little bit about your product and tell us about the challenges your business faced prior to becoming a Project DIAMOnD participant? Talking Points: · Give high-level, quick explanation of the product/business · Before receiving a free 3D printer through Project DIAMOnD, Alison Moffett and I were spending around $10,000-$15,000 annually importing plastic parts from overseas—many of which were difficult to source, and once sourced, were of low quality and often unusable. · Mention any other challenges you faced prior to receiving the 3D printer from Project DIAMOnD (Ed) How did you hear about Project DIAMOnD and become a participant? How has the program helped you and your business? Talking Points: · How you heard about Project DIAMOnD / how you became a participant · As a PD participant, we received a free 3D printer, training and consultation allowing us to print the same parts in-house, with perfect results every time, saving us money and time. · Talk about how much you're saving, how you don't have to worry about shipping costs from China, how your process is so much more reliable · Mention the time-efficiency – how you can create about 30 products in an evening · Talk about the results, how they come out perfect every time Ed, now that you have a more time and cost-efficient process, walk us through how you create this product from the comfort of your own home using the 3D printer from Project DIAMOnD? Talking Points: · Mention printer type and how each plastic part is created/printed, your creation process · Express gratitude and thanks for the Project DIAMOnD program Now back to Pavan – Project DIAMOnD is committed to supporting local innovation and economic growth through its 3D printing network and training academy. Can you talk a little bit about how manufacturing outside the U.S. can increase the risk of IP theft as well as production cost? Pavan – how is PD training helping to mitigate some of the problems companies are facing? Are there any other examples of participants who have seen success saving costs? Pavan, what's next for Project DIAMOnD? How can businesses get involved? » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Watch MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Nick was joined by Neil Channing for this week's Talking Points: False Starts / David Power Cup / Aintree Crowds / Gina Bryce / Jim Mullen / Hayley Turner.

Hour 3 of the Killer B's with Joel Blank, and Brian McDonald included more conversation about Coogs-Florida, the Nuggets making a surprising coaching move, plus their Car Wrecks of the Day!

#191Do you have effective routines that support your students' language proficiency and communication skills?  We often think of the communication modes, proficiency levels and 90+% target language as the routines that we foster in the classroom. In this episode you'll hear about another type of routine, student-created graphic organizers.  These are visual tools that offer a unique pathway for students to comprehend and engage with the target language.Blog post with visuals to see examples of student-created graphic organizers.Topics in this Episode:effective learning routinesstudent-created graphic organizers (Thinking Maps, Brains Frames)benefits of students creating their own graphic organizerswhen to use student-created graphic organizers (pre-speaking, pre-writing)5 useful types of student-created graphic organizerslinear detailscause and effectbrainstormingcompare and contrastcategorizingBlog post with visuals to see examples of student-created graphic organizers.Connect with Joshua and the World Language Classroom Community: wlclassrom.comX (aka Twitter):  @wlclassroomThreads: @wlclassroomInstagram:  @wlclassroomFacebook:  /wlclassroomWLClassroom Facebook Group__________________________Interested in having Joshua work directly with your department, school or district?  Look at options for collaborating in person or remotely.______________________________Sign up for Talking Points to get  tips, tools and resources for your language teaching.______________________________Join Joshua as a guest on the podcast.______________________________Join Joshua for a Leveling Up Coaching Episode  on the podcast.  Send me a text and let me know your thoughts on this episode or the podcast.

Federal Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has abandoned his plan to force Public Servants into the office.... admitting the policy was a mistake.

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Clearing the Clutter: Transforming Your Self-Image for a New Season Spring is often associated with renewal and fresh beginnings, and this concept can be applied to our self-image as well. Just as we clean out our closets or declutter our homes, we can also take the time to refresh how we see ourselves and how we show up in the world.  Host Tonya Leigh explores the concept of spring cleaning your self-image, much like we do with our homes. As nature begins to awaken from winter, it's the perfect time to reflect on how we perceive ourselves and make necessary changes for personal growth. The host invites listeners to embrace this season of renewal by clearing out old beliefs and habits that no longer serve them and to welcome in new, positive energy that aligns with the woman they're becoming. Join us as we discuss practical steps to refresh your self-image, create an environment that supports your evolution, and ignite your journey toward self-reinvention. Get ready to dive deep and transform your perspective this spring! Talking Points: 00:47 - A Time for Reinvention 02:02 - Identify the Area to Spring Clean 04:00 - Paint the Vision for Your After Story 07:10 - Clear the Clutter of Limiting Beliefs 12:21 - Bring in Fresh Energy and New Beliefs 20:02 - Protect the Space with Boundaries and Systems 27:52 - Elevate and Upgrade Your Environment Quotes: "Within each of us, we always have a new after story that's just waiting to be revealed, waiting to be experienced, waiting to be created, but you have to paint it first." "Identity is built in tiny decisions." "If you continue to do what you're doing for the next 10 years, are you going to like the result?" "My workouts go in my calendar like a meeting with my most important client because honestly, I am." "If you love this podcast, if it brings a spark of joy to your life, if it's helped you to navigate some challenging times." Useful  Resources: Click HERE to join the Membership  Click HERE for a FREE download  Click HERE to sign up for our newsletter, The Edit   Connect with Self-Image Coach Tonya Leigh: Click HERE to follow our Instagram Click HERE to visit our website Click HERE to visit our Facebook group Click HERE to follow our TikTok Click HERE to subscribe to our YouTube channel   

Let's face it, the first date can be exciting but also nerve-wracking, especially when those awkward silences creep in. What do you even talk about?First dates don't have to be a minefield of awkward silences! On "No More Awkward Silences," David Maxwell of Thriving Man provides the essential strategies to spark engaging conversations and make a fantastic first impression. Discover how to prepare without overthinking, ask open-ended questions that reveal her personality, and rebound gracefully to keep the dialogue flowing. Get ready to unlock the secrets to confident and successful first dates!www.thrivingman.com has a wealth of resources to help you thrive as a man!First Date Conversation Starters, Awkward Silence First Date, What to Talk About on a First Date, First Date Tips, Second Date Tips, Dating Conversation, How to Avoid Awkward Silence on a Date, First Date Questions, Making Conversation on a First Date, Thriving Man First Date

Welcome back to America's #1 Daily Podcast,  featuring America's #1 Real Estate Coaches and Top EXP Realty Sponsors in the World, Tim and Julie Harris. Ready to become an EXP Realty Agent and join Tim and Julie Harris?  Visit: https://whylibertas.com/harris or text Tim directly at 512-758-0206. IMPORTANT: Join #1 Real Estate Coaches Tim and Julie Harris's Premier Coaching now for FREE. Included is a DAILY Coaching Session with a HARRIS Certified Coach. Proven and tested lead generation, systems, and scripts designed for this market. Instant FREE Access Now: YES, Enroll Me NOW In Premier Coaching https://premiercoaching.com Existing Home Sales Forecast The National Association of Realtors (NAR) projects approximately 4.26 million existing-home sales in 2025, reflecting a 6% growth in sales. Price appreciation is expected to moderate to 3–4% annually. Source: NAR HUGE Announcement: You will love this! Looking for the full outline from today's presentation? Our DAILY Newsletter featured lead generation systems, real estate scripts, daily success plans and (YES) the notes or today's show. Best part? The newsletter is free! https://harrisrealestatedaily.com/  

#190A few weeks back I posted on LinkIn and Andrea Caulfield left a comment. Andrea is the World Language Curriculum Specialist in Denver Public Schools.  She commented that she uses podcast episodes as a way of bringing professional development and coaching to the 100+ teachers in her district. I was intrigued to learn more about how she managed this logistically and wanted you to hear it as well in case you are interested in doing something similar. Andrea explains how she chooses and recommends episodes, works with teachers to engage with the topics and, of course, the logistics.Topics in this Episode:why Andrea started using podcast episodes as professional development in her language departmenthow she structure discussions and activities around podcast episodes to ensure meaningful professional growth for teachersspecific benefits Andrea has seen in her department since incorporating podcasts into her PD modelchoosing which podcast episodes to useadvice for language department leaders who want to implement podcast-based professional development but aren't sure where to startAndrea's podcast episode database.Andrea's reflection questions:What confirmed or challenged your beliefs in the episode(s) you listened to?What were your biggest takeaways?What is one change you are committed to making in your own practice based on your learning, and what steps do you need to take to make that change?What barriers to successful implementation do you foresee? How might you avoid them?How will you measure success for the change you plan to implement?What questions are you left with?Connect with Andrea Caulfield:Bluesky: @AndreaCaulfield.bsky.socialemail: andrea_caulfield@dpsk12.netConnect with Joshua and the World Language Classroom Community: wlclassrom.comX (aka Twitter):  @wlclassroomThreads: @wlclassroomInstagram:  @wlclassroomFacebook:  /wlclassroomWLClassroom Facebook Group__________________________Interested in having Joshua work directly with your department, school or district?  Look at options for collaborating in person or remotely.______________________________Sign up for Talking Points to get  tips, tools and resources for your language teaching.______________________________Join Joshua as a guest on the podcast.______________________________Join Joshua for a Leveling Up Coaching Episode  on the podcast.  Send me a text and let me know your thoughts on this episode or the podcast.Send me a text and let me know your thoughts on this episode or the podcast.

Cultivating Quiet Confidence as a Woman In today's fast-paced world, power is often associated with loudness, dominance, and aggressive behavior. However, Tonya Leigh highlights a different perspective: quiet power, which is rooted in presence, certainty, and self-trust. This form of power is not about making noise or asserting oneself over others; rather, it embodies a calm and confident energy that naturally commands respect. The concept of "quiet power" and what it truly means to be a strong, influential woman without conforming to traditional expectations of dominance. Tonya reflects on her personal journey and how her quietness and feminine energy have often been misinterpreted as weaknesses. She shares insights on the importance of authenticity and self-trust, emphasizing that true power lies in being aligned with one's true self rather than succumbing to external pressures. Join Tonya as she uncovers how to embrace your presence, influence without force, and become undeniably powerful in your own unique way. Talking Points: 01:42 - Misalignment and Loss of Power 04:25 - True Power and Insecurity 06:33 - Knowing Your Worth 11:04 - Acting Out of Character 14:49 - Rosa Parks' Quiet Defiance 18:24 - Unshakable Boundaries 22:07 - Importance of Emotional Management 26:04 - Dressing and Moving with Intentionality 28:29 - Embodying Quiet Power 30:22 - Taking Action Without Announcing Quotes: "If you are trying to be something that your soul is not in alignment with, if you are trying to be powerful in a way that doesn't feel true to you, there is going to be misalignment." "I am that quiet power. I have no interest in dominating you. I want us all to win together." "Her strength lay in her unshakable presence, her certainty, and her quiet refusal to be moved, literally and figuratively." "There's something magnetic about a woman who's in that energy that's just so in who she is, who's so present, who has nothing to prove and everything to give." "How would you dress, walk, and speak if you fully believed in your power?" "A woman with quiet power doesn't waste time talking about what she's going to do. She just does it." Useful  Resources: Click HERE to join the Membership  Click HERE for a FREE download  Click HERE to sign up for our newsletter, The Edit   Connect with Self-Image Coach Tonya Leigh: Click HERE to follow our Instagram Click HERE to visit our website Click HERE to visit our Facebook group Click HERE to follow our TikTok Click HERE to subscribe to our YouTube channel   

Welcome back to America's #1 Daily Podcast,  featuring America's #1 Real Estate Coaches and Top EXP Realty Sponsors in the World, Tim and Julie Harris. Ready to become an EXP Realty Agent and join Tim and Julie Harris?  Visit: https://whylibertas.com/harris or text Tim directly at 512-758-0206. IMPORTANT: Join #1 Real Estate Coaches Tim and Julie Harris's Premier Coaching now for FREE. Included is a DAILY Coaching Session with a HARRIS Certified Coach. Proven and tested lead generation, systems, and scripts designed for this market. Instant FREE Access Now: YES, Enroll Me NOW In Premier Coaching https://premiercoaching.com Facts, Stats & Talking Points for YOU, your prospects and clients: PART TWO 7. Tariffs Spark Manufacturing and Housing HubsU.S. tariffs on foreign goods are relocating manufacturing, creating housing demand. TSMC's $100 billion investment in five Arizona chip plants by 2025 will add 25,000 jobs (X posts, March 2025), driving homebuilding in Buckeye and Maricopa. Similar U.S. booms are eyed in Ohio (Eli Lilly, $2 billion), Indiana (Clarios, $1.5 billion), and South Carolina (BMW expansion), where job growth fuels new boom towns. HUGE Announcement: You will love this! Looking for the full outline from today's presentation? Our DAILY Newsletter featured lead generation systems, real estate scripts, daily success plans and (YES) the notes or today's show. Best part? The newsletter is free! https://harrisrealestatedaily.com/

Welcome back to America's #1 Daily Podcast,  featuring America's #1 Real Estate Coaches and Top EXP Realty Sponsors in the World, Tim and Julie Harris. Ready to become an EXP Realty Agent and join Tim and Julie Harris?  Visit: https://whylibertas.com/harris or text Tim directly at 512-758-0206. IMPORTANT: Join #1 Real Estate Coaches Tim and Julie Harris's Premier Coaching now for FREE. Included is a DAILY Coaching Session with a HARRIS Certified Coach. Proven and tested lead generation, systems, and scripts designed for this market. Instant FREE Access Now: YES, Enroll Me NOW In Premier Coaching https://premiercoaching.com Facts, Stats & Talking Points for YOU, your prospects and clients: PART ONE 1. A Historic Housing Boom AwaitsThe U.S. is on the brink of a 25-year housing boom, potentially the largest in history. Fueled by demographics, demand, policy shifts, and a near-zero crash risk, this surge will redefine the American Dream. New single-family home construction, supercharged by U.S.-based technology, is set to drive explosive economic growth, building generational wealth for millions. HUGE Announcement: You will love this! Looking for the full outline from today's presentation? Our DAILY Newsletter featured lead generation systems, real estate scripts, daily success plans and (YES) the notes or today's show. Best part? The newsletter is free! https://harrisrealestatedaily.com/

#189We are all well aware of the importance of comprehensible input in our classrooms, and to support this many of us use stories as the way to do it.  Do you use short stories, novels or graphic novels or comprehensible (CI) readers with your students? I'm excited to see that many teachers are using and leveraging texts with their students. I want to take this a step further in this episode and tell you about a project that engages students creatively with story details and newly acquired vocabulary and structures. Blog post about the "unpack the book" project with examples and templates.Topics in this Episode:the "unpack the book" projectpreparing to readkeep track of details while readingcharacterschapter summarieshashtagsthe project book pagescovervocabularyhashtagscharacterseventsquotescultureBlog post about the "unpack the book" project with examples and templates. Connect with Joshua and the World Language Classroom Community: wlclassrom.comX (aka Twitter):  @wlclassroomThreads: @wlclassroomInstagram:  @wlclassroomFacebook:  /wlclassroomWLClassroom Facebook Group__________________________Interested in having Joshua work directly with your department, school or district?  Look at options for collaborating in person or remotely.______________________________Sign up for Talking Points to get  tips, tools and resources for your language teaching.______________________________Join Joshua as a guest on the podcast.______________________________Join Joshua for a Leveling Up Coaching Episode  on the podcast.  Send me a text and let me know your thoughts on this episode or the podcast.

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