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James Stephenson is a pioneer in holistic athlete development, where elite performance and human wellbeing are inseparable. A two-sport international athlete for Great Britain, Olympic coach, and ordained Anglican minister, James brings a rare blend of high-performance experience, spiritual depth, and social impact to his work in sport. For nearly a decade, James has lived with his family on the Zambian/DRC border, using sport as a vehicle for community empowerment, identity, and healing. His mission goes beyond medals—he's focused on the deeper purpose of sport: to elevate lives, foster connection, and unlock human potential. James believes coaching is less about imposing frameworks and more about holding space—helping athletes explore who they are, what they value, and how sport can serve their growth beyond performance. He champions emotional intelligence, positive language, and values-based development as the new frontier of excellence in sport. This week, James shares his journey from elite competition to global impact, the power of asking better questions, and why true success means aligning with your soul. If you've ever felt the tension between chasing results and living fully—this conversation is your permission to reimagine what's possible. Talking Points: Why elite sport must evolve from performance obsession to purpose orientation What indigenous cultures can teach us about community, wisdom, and wellbeing The difference between a career built on knowledge and a life rooted in wisdom How validating values like love, connection, and joy transforms athletes Coaching as holding space—not solving, but listening deeply Reclaiming sport's true essence: self-actualization, not just achievement The power of language in shaping athlete identity and internal dialogue How wellbeing and spiritual fulfillment can elevate—not detract from—performance Creating freedom for athletes to explore who they are, not just what they do If you enjoy this episode please leave a review on iTunes or Spotify platforms, and by doing this you will actively help in spreading this content to the practitioners that need it. Resources Men Behind Sport Support The Coach Toolbox The High-Performance Coach's Guide to Lasting Change Gaia Games Summit 2026: Join the Movement! Connect with Stevo: Linkedin

Collagen makes up the structure of our cells and tissues – thus impacting every area of our health. One of the most well-documented benefits of collagen is its positive impact on skin health. Clinical trials have shown that collagen supplementation can significantly enhance skin elasticity, reduce the appearance of wrinkles, and contribute to a more youthful complexion.Additionally, collagen plays a crucial role in supporting joint and bone health. Research suggests that collagen supplementation may help alleviate joint pain and stiffness, particularly in individuals with conditions like osteoarthritis. Collagen is also a component of tendons and ligaments, making it important for overall joint function.On this Episode our special guest has been in the wellness industry for more than 40 years. She has counseled thousands one-on-one in wellness and nutrition.I have had the pleasure of being educated by her over the years and that special guest is Kim Bright the founder of Bright core Nutrition. Kim's here to share with us the ins and outs of Collagen with a highlight on one of Brightcore's most popular products, Revive.Talking Points:Why do we need Collagen?What happens to Collagen during Aging?Why having 5 forms is imperative.Why is collagen good for bones and joints?How does collagen benefit skin, hair and nails?Buy 2 bottles of Revive, Get 1 bottle Free.Available only by phone call at 888-958-5331.Call in and ask about the “Family and Friends” packages for even more savings.Free Vitamin D when you call in to order within the next two hours.

On this Episode our special guest has been in the wellness industry for more than 40 years. She has counseled thousands one-on-one in wellness and nutrition.I have had the pleasure of being educated by her over the years and that special guest is Kim Bright the founder of Bright core Nutrition. Kim's here to share with us the ins and outs of Collagen with a highlight on one of Brightcore's most popular products, Revive.Collagen makes up the structure of our cells and tissues – thus impacting every area of our health. One of the most well-documented benefits of collagen is its positive impact on skin health. Clinical trials have shown that collagen supplementation can significantly enhance skin elasticity, reduce the appearance of wrinkles, and contribute to a more youthful complexion.Additionally, collagen plays a crucial role in supporting joint and bone health. Research suggests that collagen supplementation may help alleviate joint pain and stiffness, particularly in individuals with conditions like osteoarthritis. Collagen is also a component of tendons and ligaments, making it important for overall joint function.Talking Points:Why do we need Collagen?What happens to Collagen during Aging?Why having 5 forms is imperative.Why is collagen good for bones and joints?How does collagen benefit skin, hair and nails?Buy 2 bottles of Revive, Get 1 bottle Free.Available only by phone call at 888-958-5331.Call in and ask about the “Family and Friends” packages for even more savings.Free collagen sheet mask when you call in to order within the next two hours.

Welcome to the Production Expert podcast. In this edition Julian and Ashea are joined by Andy Bensley & Marcel Schechter of Genelec. Where they discuss why a great listening environment is the best time saver, and how to get the best setup for our individual needs.About Our Guests:Andy Bensley: joined Genelec as Regional Business Development Manager in 2019. Based in the UK, Andy has huge experience in analysing and tuning the in-room performance of loudspeaker systems in a wide range of studios — from the smallest bedroom to the largest post-production studio.Marcel Schechter: joined Genelec as Customer Experience Specialist in 2021, before that he already spent seven years as a product specialist for the German distributor Audio Pro. He worked for ten years as a sound engineer and uses his practical experience to advise customers on choosing, optimising and calibrating loudspeaker systems. Talking Points:Why a great listening environment is the best time saver and other benefits.What to do about less than ideal rooms.Using referencing to improve our mixes. Finds of the week:Julian: Zennor SoundsAshea: Hydraulic Press ChannelMarcel: The YouTube channel Audio University Andy:  Cory Wong - The Sorcerer

Despite Rusty being best known for his career as a professional rugby player with Bath & England Sevens and as a high performance coach, he also brings a wealth of global experience to the table. Rusty works extensively with top-tier organisations including England Rugby, Google, the NHS, and Premier League teams. His engaging storytelling, combined with deep insights into leadership, resilience, creativity, and team dynamics, ensure that creates impact when, & where, it matters. And this is why I'm excited to bring you this conversation with Rusty. He is paving the way for people in organisations to do things differently. I invite you to devote the next hour or so to truly listening to what he has to say, and notice how it makes you feel. Talking Points: Why the best leaders are not at the top Stand up, practice, and spaces to make ridiculous suggestions Data versus emotion The over-seriousness of sport The importance of making work fun Storytelling is what starts movements Being super intentional Why everything Starts With Self If you enjoy this episode please leave a review on iTunes or Spotify platforms, and by doing this you will actively help spread this content to the practitioners that need it. Resources Register for OPEN DAY Practitioner Project 20/20 The Coach Toolbox Connect with Rusty: LinkedIn The Magic Academy

On this Episode our special guest has been in the wellness industry for more than 40 years. She has counseled thousands one-on-one in wellness and nutrition.I have had the pleasure of being educated by her over the years and that special guest is Kim Bright the founder of Bright core Nutrition. Kim's here to share with us the ins and outs of Collagen with a highlight on one of Brightcore's most popular products, Revive.Collagen makes up the structure of our cells and tissues – thus impacting every area of our health. One of the most well-documented benefits of collagen is its positive impact on skin health. Clinical trials have shown that collagen supplementation can significantly enhance skin elasticity, reduce the appearance of wrinkles, and contribute to a more youthful complexion.Additionally, collagen plays a crucial role in supporting joint and bone health. Research suggests that collagen supplementation may help alleviate joint pain and stiffness, particularly in individuals with conditions like osteoarthritis. Collagen is also a component of tendons and ligaments, making it important for overall joint function.Talking Points:Why do we need Collagen?What happens to Collagen during Aging?Why having 5 forms is imperative.Why is collagen good for bones and joints?How does collagen benefit skin, hair and nails?Buy 2 bottles of Revive, Get 1 bottle Free.Available only by phone call at 888-958-5331.Call in and ask about the “Family and Friends” packages for even more savings.Free collagen sheet mask for the first 100 orders when you call in to order. 

Over the last 20 years Brendan has worked with peak performers in all realms of sport and business which lead him to found, scale and achieve a 7-figure exit from one of the largest fitness education providers in the UK at the age 36. Brendan's work now consists of supporting coaches and educators through his business 'The Coaches Coach' with the goal for his clients to achieve their version of freedom which is powered by an amazing business delivering financial freedom and choices. And this is why I'm excited to bring this conversation to you. Brendan has transitioned multiple times, yet still uses the lens of coaching to support people to do incredible things. Talking Points: Why athletes are choosing consultants vs employed staff practitioner Why buy-in is always based on feeling Why it's not about the set and reps, it's about the coaching Impact driven entrepreneurship Taking the constraints away and doing your best work Why the structures in sport prevent freedom and doing our best work If you enjoy this episode please leave a review on iTunes or Spotify platforms, and by doing this you will actively help spread this content to the practitioners that need it. Resources: Practitioner Project 20/20 The Coach Toolbox Connect with Brendan: Linkedin Brendan's Website X Instagram

On this Episode our special guest has been in the wellness industry for more than 40 years. She has counseled thousands one-on-one in wellness and nutrition.I have had the pleasure of being educated by her over the years and that special guest is Kim Bright the founder of Bright core Nutrition. Kim's here to share with us the ins and outs of Collagen with a highlight on one of Brightcore's most popular products, Revive.Collagen makes up the structure of our cells and tissues – thus impacting every area of our health. One of the most well-documented benefits of collagen is its positive impact on skin health. Clinical trials have shown that collagen supplementation can significantly enhance skin elasticity, reduce the appearance of wrinkles, and contribute to a more youthful complexion.Additionally, collagen plays a crucial role in supporting joint and bone health. Research suggests that collagen supplementation may help alleviate joint pain and stiffness, particularly in individuals with conditions like osteoarthritis. Collagen is also a component of tendons and ligaments, making it important for overall joint function.Talking Points:Why do we need Collagen?What happens to Collagen during Aging?Why having 5 forms is imperative.Why is collagen good for bones and joints?How does collagen benefit skin, hair and nails?Buy 2 bottles of BrightCore Revive, Get 1 bottle Free .Available only by phone call 1-888-958-5331. Call in and ask about the “Family and Friends"packages for even more savings.Free collagen sheet mask when you call in to order today.

On this Episode our special guest has been in the wellness industry for more than 40 years. She has counseled thousands one-on-one in wellness and nutrition.I have had the pleasure of being educated by her over the years and that special guest is Kim Bright the founder of Bright core Nutrition. Kim's here to share with us the ins and outs of Collagen with a highlight on one of Brightcore's most popular products, Revive.Talking Points:Why do we need Collagen?What happens to Collagen during Aging?Why having 5 forms is imperative.Why is collagen good for bones and joints?How does collagen benefit skin, hair and nails?Learn more at Tryrevivenow.com or call  (888) 958-5331. When calling, listeners can Buy 2 bottles of Revive and Get 1 free and also get a FREE bottle of Vitamin D3!60-day 100% money back guarantee.

Episode 17 of the “Aerospace Ambition Podcast” featuring Dr Dan Rutherford from The International Council on Clean Transportation is out!Talking Points• Why is 2035 a good timescale to set sustainable aviation goals?• How should we trade of carbon-intensity goals versus absolute emissions goals?• Should we prioritize quantify or quality of SAFs during the scale-up?• Why are OEMs' delivery projections concerning with regard to sustainable aviation?• How good do weather models have to be for contrail management to be adopted at scale?• Are papers stressing uncertainty in the mitigation of non-CO2 effects of aviation helpful?• When is contrail warming going to be integrated into the Travel Impact Model?• What is the Science Based Targets initiative?• Is it fair to compare supersonic flight with advanced air mobility sustainabilitywise?GuestDr Dan Rutherford is the ICCT's first Senior Director of Research for Marine and Aviation, where he focuses on developing policies to reduce emissions from planes and ships with national and international regulators. An expert in fuel efficiency and emission reduction in international transport, he has contributed to environmental policies at the UN's International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) and International Maritime Organization for over ten years. Dan holds a B.A. in Chemistry from the University of Minnesota Morris and a Master of Science and Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering and Science from Stanford University.Resources• ICCT Technology Pathway: https://theicct.org/publication/global-aviation-vision-2050-align-aviation-paris-jun22/• Travel Impact Model: https://travelimpactmodel.org/• ICCT & MIT Study on Supersonic Flight: https://theicct.org/publication/aviation-global-supersonic-safs-feb22/Linkedin Profiles• Dan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-rutherford-b179652/• Marius: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariuswedemeyer/AAMBITION Newsletterhttps://mailchi.mp/55033eb444bd/aambition-n

Episode 16 of the “Aerospace Ambition Podcast” featuring Dr Adam Durant from SATAVIA is out!Talking Points• Why did Adam switch from an academic to an entrepreneurial career?• What makes SATAVIA a startup, and why is a for-profit setup the best way to success?• How does SATAVIA perform contrail avoidance, and how does it integrate with existing flight planning?• How can airlines get locked in to do contrail management beyond one-off marketing events?• What makes Adam confident that his carbon credit scheme will find widespread adoption?• How much better is SATAVIA's weather model than what is publicly available?• What are the results from trials with 12 airline operators & is uncertainty really a problem?• How will AI transform the weather prediction pipeline in the future?GuestDr Adam Durant is a distinguished figure at the nexus of environmental science and the aviation industry. With a foundational career in volcanic ash research, his work gained prominence following the Icelandic eruptions in 2010, which significantly impacted European aviation. This experience led to crucial collaborations with Airbus and EasyJet, flight-testing volcanic ash detection technology. In 2013, leveraging his expertise and entrepreneurial vision, Adam founded SATAVIA, a Cambridge-based company focused on providing decision intelligence for aviation. It was founded to transform the relationship between aviation and the atmospheric environment. Prior to SATAVIA, he held positions at the University of Cambridge and the Norwegian Institute for Air Research, contributing significantly to the field of atmospheric science and aviation safety.ResourcesSATAVIA: https://satavia.com/Study with KPMG: https://kpmg.com/ie/en/home/insights/2024/01/contrails-aviation-2030.htmlLinkedin ProfilesAdam: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamjdurant/Marius: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariuswedemeyer/AAMBITION Newsletterhttps://mailchi.mp/55033eb444bd/aambition-n

On this Episode our special guest has been in the wellness industry for more than 40 years. She has counseled thousands one-on-one in wellness and nutrition.I have had the pleasure of being educated by her over the years and that special guest is Kim Bright the founder of Bright core Nutrition. Kim's here to share with us the ins and outs of Collagen with a highlight on one of Brightcore's most popular products, Revive.Talking Points:Why do we need Collagen?What happens to Collagen during Aging?Why having 5 forms is imperative.Why is collagen good for bones and joints?How does collagen benefit skin, hair and nails?Learn more at Tryrevivenow.com or call  (888) 958-5331. When calling, listeners can Buy 2 bottles of Revive and Get 1 free and also get a FREE bottle of Vitamin D3!60-day 100% money back guarantee.

Today's guest, Noelle London, is the founder and CEO of Illoominus. She's focused on unlocking the full value of companies' HR tech stacks, enabling leaders to foster people-first workplaces.This conversation delves into HR leaders' challenges and opportunities in leveraging data to make informed decisions.TALKING POINTS:Why is the increasing number of HR data sources such a big problem?Integrating disparate HR tech tools to provide comprehensive, actionable insights.Quick quitting and how reframing the problem through data can help organisations tackle the issue.LINKS:Illoominus websiteNoelle's LinkedInInterested in me sharing insights on these topics with your team? Book me to speak with your team.Ollie's LinkedInFuture Work/Life NewsletterWork/Life Flywheel: Harness the work revolution and reimagine your career without fear, is out now. You can order your copy HERE (UK) or HERE (US). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Christina Bieber Lake (PhD, Emory University) is the Clyde S. Kilby professor of English at Wheaton College, where she teaches contemporary American literature and theory. She is the author of Prophets of the Posthuman: American Fiction, Biotechnology, and the Ethics of Personhood and The Incarnational Art of Flannery O'Connor. She lives in Wheaton, Illinois, with her husband, Stephen, and their son. Talking Points Why teachers are misunderstood Rhythms of a teacher Completely Uninterrupted Reading Blocks (CURB) Unique challenges of teaching at different levels Resources The Flourishing Teacher Beyond the Story Christina's Website --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-monday-christian/support

Despite the recent push by some old school (re: outdated) leaders to force employees to return the office, remote work is here to stay. While we all talk about the importance of making remote work secure, there isn't much talk about how the experience for the end-users. Fortunately, there are some companies out there that are understanding the need to balance security, business and end user needs.In this episode I talk with Melinda Ann O'Neill about Digital Employee Experience (DEX). Melinda Ann is a Director of Strategic Accounts for Tanium. We covered several key areas of both business success and information security success.Talking Points:Why is ensuring a remote employees' experience is critical to a company's success?What are some of the main challenges businesses are having when it comes to DEX?What are some ways that a multi-faceted solution can balance both security and business concerns?Episode Charity:October's selected charity is called the Both Hands. Both Hands is an organization that helps local widows with chores/projects that are hard to do on their own, all while raising money for a family to adopt a child.Episode Sponsor:This episode was sponsored by Tanium. Tanium is a End Point Solutions company based out of the West Coast state of Washington.

Mike C/Junk Wax Hero has a very popular YouTube Hobby channel, he joins us to discuss that and we chop up some up hobby topics Talking Points: *Why he launched his channel. *His new show with Chris Sewall *NSCC review *Process of writing a hobby book Follow us on Social Media: Website:https://www.sportscardnationpo... https://linktr.ee/Sportscardna... Follow us on Social Media: Website:https://www.sportscardnationpo... https://linktr.ee/Sportscardna...This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4761791/advertisement

In this episode I go outside of the topics and talk about one that I think is definitely underrated, Protecting Your Executives. I sometime forget how lucky my healthcare organization is very forward thinking when it comes to security. However, not all companies have the luxury of having a full team to protect VIPs.I had a chance to have an in-depth conversation with Daniel Floyd around this very subject. Daniel is the Chief Information Security Officer for BLACKCLOAK. BLACKCLOAK was one of the first companies to focus on Digital Executive Protection. Daniel shares some interesting stories about the crazy things that happen when protecting VIPs.Talking Points:Why is it is important to protect executives outside of the corporate wall (CISO working on a Sunday example)When you need someone to 'Black Ops' outside of your org?Why are some Execs in denial about their being 'attackable'?What about new types of attacks like AI generated sound clips?Episode Sponsor:This episode is sponsored by BLACKCLOAK. BLACKCLOAK is a Digital Executive Protection for executives, high-profile, high-net-worth & ultra-high-net-worth individuals & families. They are based out of Orlando Florida.Episode Charity:Proceeds from this sponsorship will be going to the Mecosta-Osceola Career Center's rural outreach program to try and talk with elementary and middle school girls to consider a career in STEM.

Talking Points: Why do you wear what you wear?; Living off the land (AKA stop shopping!); doing a closet inventory. This episode is the first in a series about how understanding our relationship to clothes and our closet can lead to a more enjoyment and less stress. A great big thank you to Seven Production here in Mulhouse France for the use of the song La Joie as the intro and outro to the show, to Matt Kugler, who you can find on social media as Matt hyphen K, who sang it and to Claude Ekwe who wrote it.

It's our wrap up episode on ratio tables. In this episode Pam and Kim answer some frequently asked questions and talk about how we can take ratio tables into higher math and beyond.Talking Points:Why teachers erase and when should students erase?Do, Say, Represent: how to help students represent what's going on in their heads Ratio tables aren't a gimmick, they make thinking visiable of how mathematicians and other mathy people think for the massesUsing ratio tables to notice patterns and reason using mathematical relationships in order to write the equation of a lineUsing ratio tables to reason about rational functions and transformationsCheck out our social mediaTwitter: @PWHarrisInstagram: Pam Harris_mathFacebook: Pam Harris, author, mathematics education

Talking Points: Why resolutions don't stick; the importance of remembering; the secret to finding motivation for a resolution. Thank you for spending this year with me, Cinderella! I wish you all the best for a very happy 2023! A great big thank you to Seven Productions here in Mulhouse, France, for the use of the song "La Joie" as the intro and outtro to the show, to Matt Kugler who sang it and Claude Ekwe who wrote it.

In this episode, I chat with Dr Judy Lundy, MBA Program Director at Edith Cowan University. Judy is passionate about building and developing inclusive workplaces where everyone can thrive Talking Points Why does it matter that we have diverse and inclusive workplaces? What happens when we don't? What does an organisation need to do before becoming more diverse and inclusive? How can workplaces be more inclusive for people 50+? What can leaders do differently? Links Wisdom & Eldership with Dr Tom Verghese Well Being of teams with Pip Loader Amplifying Team Accountability with Dr Paige Williams   Connect with Dr Judy Lundy ecu.edu.au/schools/business-and-law/faculty/profiles/lecturer/dr-judy-lundy https://www.linkedin.com/in/judylundy   Connect with Lisa Evans  LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisaevansspeaker/ Website  https://www.speakingsavvy.com.au Ready to level up your public speaking, presentation skills and business storytelling? Book a complimentary coaching session with Lisa here. Learn more about Soft Skills Academy here. Your Host Lisa Evans is one of Australia's leading Executive Public Speaking Coaches and Corporate Storytelling Trainers. If you would like help training your team in soft skills, public speaking and business storytelling, get in touch with Lisa. Lisa offers a complimentary 30-minute strategy session to find out if we are a good fit to work together. Connect with me on Facebook and Instagram Connect with me on LinkedIn Book a complimentary mini-coaching session with Lisa here.

In this episode I talk with Rob Bowker about securing your email using DMARC.  Rob is the Sales Director for EasyDMARC.  Besides the high level explanation of what DMARC is, we delve deeper into the following topics.Talking Points:Why is there slow global adoption of DMARC?Are cyber insurance companies interested in a customer is using DMARC?Why your marketing team should care if you use DMARC?What is the value of aggregating sender reports?What does the future look like? I am very excited to share that parts of money raised from this episode will be going to a 2023 scholarship for a girl's STEM  program recipient.  #RTWAB is working closely with the fine folks at The Right Place to increase the Tech Talent here in West Michigan. 

Interest Rates This week Hunt discusses interest rates and how it is affecting your business, and personal life, and what you need to do to try and work with them. Talking Points: Why are interest rates going up, and who is making these rates increase? What is the federal reserve, and how do these changes affect inflation? What can you be doing right now to offset interest rates and still be a profitable business? What does the near future look like because of this increase in interest rates and the economy in general? The Show is sponsored by: Shop-Ware on the web at https://getshopware.com (getshopware.com) NAPA Auto Care Repair Shop of Tomorrow at https://repairshopoftomorrow.com (https://repairshopoftomorrow.com) Hunt Demarest, CPA Paar Melis and Associates – Accountants Specializing in Automotive Repair Visit us Online : http://www.paarmelis.com/ (www.paarmelis.com) Email Hunt: podcast@paarmelis.com Get a copy of my Book :https://paarmelis.com/your-perfect-shop-book-download/ ( Download Here)

Interest Rates This week Hunt discusses interest rates and how it is affecting your business, and personal life, and what you need to do to try and work with them. Talking Points: Why are interest rates going up, and who is making these rates increase? What is the federal reserve, and how do these changes affect inflation? What can you be doing right now to offset interest rates and still be a profitable business? What does the near future look like because of this increase in interest rates and the economy in general? The Show is sponsored by: Shop-Ware on the web at https://getshopware.com (getshopware.com) NAPA Auto Care Repair Shop of Tomorrow at https://repairshopoftomorrow.com (https://repairshopoftomorrow.com) Hunt Demarest, CPA Paar Melis and Associates – Accountants Specializing in Automotive Repair Visit us Online : http://www.paarmelis.com/ (www.paarmelis.com) Email Hunt: podcast@paarmelis.com Get a copy of my Book :https://paarmelis.com/your-perfect-shop-book-download/ ( Download Here)

In this episode, we're having a real girl talk with Dr. Sara Reardon. We're discussing a pelvic health, leakage, painful intercourse, postpartum, keels, and more... Talking Points: Why all of the new mom's health concerns are brushed under the Welcome to the motherhood slogan; and how can we fix this What are the pelvic floor muscles, and why are they important? What's a pelvic floor muscle assessment? What are the signs of the pelvic floor muscles needing some tuning? Leakage, painful intercourse, abdominal separation Required thoughts on kegels (hint – can do damage if not needed or done wrong) What do we get to experience in pelvic floor physiotherapy? What are the prominent signs of a too tense pelvic floor? How can we take great care of our pelvic floor muscles; could you share some tips? Guest Sara Reardon PT, DPT, WCS is a doctor of physical therapy and board-certified pelvic floor specialist. Sara specializes in the treatment of pelvic floor health, pregnancy and postpartum recovery. She is the founder of the The Vagina Whisperer, an online platform for pelvic floor education and exercise and owns a private practice in her hometown of New Orleans, NOLA Pelvic Health. You can find her on Instagram at @the.vagina.whisperer and TikTok @thevagwhisperer. Host Olyasha Novozhylova is the CEO and Founder of NotBasicBlonde brand, dedicated to inspiring young women to create an extraordinary style and embrace their individuality.   Published in Forbes, YahooFinance, Medium, ModernLuxury, Jezebel, Thrive, and other major publications. Model, Blogger, Entrepreneur, Author, AmazonLive Fashion Host, Fashion Editor, and Celebrity Podcast Host of NotBasicBlonde Podcast.   As the Founder and Host of NotBasicBlonde Podcast with over 4M downloads and celebrity guests, where no topic is off limits, Olyasha provides millennials an ultimate guide on entrepreneurship, dating, marketing, self-development, astrology, spirituality, fashion, coaching, beauty,health&wellness.   Graduated from Georgia State University with a BBA in Managerial Sciences, Olyasha successfully built a career in IT/Project Management, before she became a full time entrepreneur.   Author of the children's bookCutie the Unicorn – It's ok to be different, Olyasha teaches our younger generation how to express their individuality.   Olyasha has led an impressive 15-year career in fashion and runway in US and overseas, as well as enjoying several acting roles.  Olyasha has partnered with over 100 nationwide brands such as Cartier, Revolve, PrettyLittleThing, PGA, Steve Madden, Too Faced, Vital Proteins, Tarte, DryBar, Drunk Elephant, etc.

We love that we've been able to make 100 episodes! We also love that 1 hundred is 10 tens, so let's talk place value! In this episode Pam and Kim discuss why students struggle with place value, and suggest some of their favorite place value activities.Talking Points:Why 'place labeling' is ok, but not enoughCount AroundsMultiple TowersBase 10 materialsUsing correct place value language

How do you make steel without cooking the planet? What is "green steel"?Steel is a fundamental part of our world, but the process we use to make it is inherently carbon-intensive. In this latest episode, we talk about new developments in both the production of fossil-free steel and how it is making its way to global markets with experts Thomas Koch Blank, Anders Williamsson, and Anne-Claire Howard.Chiefly, we discuss the implications of a new, cleaner process being used in Sweden to make fossil-free steel using hydrogen. We also examine what this means for both the global steel industry and consumers, as well as the timeframe for green steel take over brown steel.Thomas Koch Blank is a global expert on green steel and senior principal at RMI's Climate Aligned Industries program. Anders Williamsson is an executive VP and head of industrial operations at Swedish truck maker Scania. Anne-Claire Howard was the chief executive officer of Responsible Steel at the time of the recording. She has since moved on to a different role as the director of procurement at the UNOPS.About us: Earthlings Podast looks at the decisions that we can make today to ensure that the future we have is one we want to live in. Hosts Lisa Ann Pinkerton (former award-winning NPR and PBS environmental science reporter) and Christian Roselund (founding editor of pv magazine USA) take a close look at our relationships with technology, science, the planet, and each other.Talking Points:Why is the steel-making process such a carbon-intensive process?The process of using hydrogen to make steelDevelopments in hydrogen-based steelmaking in SwedenRecycled steel versus primary steelThe prospects for direct reduced iron made with hydrogenVolvo's first autonomous electric mining vehicle with green steelScania's use of green steelAt what time will green steel take over brown steel?Which sectors are the most effective uses of hydrogenThe potential for a differentiated market for green steelCarbon pricing and how that plays a role in the production of steelResources/Links:“Volvo unveils world's first vehicle using fossil-free steel” video“The Story of TARA | Volvo Group's autonomous electric dumper TA15” videoScaniaResponsible SteelRMI Climate Aligned IndustriesUNOPS

How do you make steel without cooking the planet? What is "green steel"? Steel is a fundamental part of our world, but the process we use to make it is inherently carbon-intensive. In this latest episode, we talk about new developments in both the production of fossil-free steel and how it is making its way to global markets with experts Thomas Koch Blank, Anders Williamsson, and Anne-Claire Howard. Chiefly, we discuss the implications of a new, cleaner process being used in Sweden to make fossil-free steel using hydrogen. We also examine what this means for both the global steel industry and consumers, as well as the timeframe for green steel take over brown steel. Thomas Koch Blank is a global expert on green steel and senior principal at RMI's Climate Aligned Industries program. Anders Williamsson is an executive VP and head of industrial operations at Swedish truck maker Scania. Anne-Claire Howard was the chief executive officer of Responsible Steel at the time of the recording. She has since moved on to a different role as the director of procurement at the UNOPS. About us: Earthlings Podast looks at the decisions that we can make today to ensure that the future we have is one we want to live in. Hosts Lisa Ann Pinkerton (former award-winning NPR and PBS environmental science reporter) and Christian Roselund (founding editor of pv magazine USA) take a close look at our relationships with technology, science, the planet, and each other. Talking Points: Why is the steel-making process such a carbon-intensive process? The process of using hydrogen to make steel Developments in hydrogen-based steelmaking in Sweden Recycled steel versus primary steel The prospects for direct reduced iron made with hydrogen Volvo’s first autonomous electric mining vehicle with green steel Scania’s use of green steel At what time will green steel take over brown steel? Which sectors are the most effective uses of hydrogen The potential for a differentiated market for green steel Carbon pricing and how that plays a role in the production of steel Resources/Links: “Volvo unveils world’s first vehicle using fossil-free steel” video

Anthony Wall is the founder of Noēsis, a worldwide network with the mission of understanding the evolutionary causes of the human condition in order to ensure our survival as a species to enable human survival into a sustainable future.   In this conversation Anthony shares his theories on why humanity has reached the brink of extinction and what he believes can save us.   Talking Points:   Why the end of the human race is inevitable The real-world results of Noēsis Evolutionary influences on the current human condition How technology could help us avert ecological disaster     Quotes:   “There were no lesser beings, there were only necessary beings.”   “Extinction is a norm, survival is the exception.”   “The world's been ending since the world began.”     Find out more about Anthony and the Noēsis project at: https://noesisproject.com/

What happens when administration gets in the way of doing your job? Not just how you do your job, but eviscerates the very core of what you're there to do… On one of his teaching jobs Andy Browne, (Julie's dad), was thwarted from his life's mission of passing on his values of curiosity, learning and growth. The administration treated students more as criminals than young learners, with futures full of options for them to delight in, discover and explore. After just one year, this environment “crumpled” Andy, so much so that an acquaintance didn't recognize him. Listen to this episode to learn what one version of moral injury looks like. Talking Points: Why grades don't equal learning. What NOT teaching to the test looks like. The internal attitude you need to keep an open mind. What thinking outside the box about learning accommodations looks like. The benefits of school field trips. What type of mindset creates innovative thinking? The importance of maintaining high ethical standards. What to expect when your values don't jive with your work environment. The importance of giving everyone their fair chance. The indignity of being treated like a criminal. The magic of respecting others. The benefits of cultivating and encouraging personal agency. Bio Andy Browne taught high school biology and natural history for over three decades in the San Francisco Bay Area. Two of his grandfathers taught engineering at Stanford, so he fell a bit short of his original vision for himself. But this didn't dampen his enthusiasm for teaching, which is still behind almost every conversation he has. Now at age 94, his current employer REI, pays him to talk to customers and employees alike, about anything. Andy's a lifelong nature enthusiast and now instead of leading trips, others invite him. Besides conversation, backpacking and photography, he enjoys reading, napping, making others feel valued and fixing things. A common lunch menu is two pieces of toast — one with butter and cinnamon sugar, the other with melted cheese. For Christmas parties, people await his persimmon puddings. Guest Info. Email: andybduzit@comcast.net Julie's Info. Tough Stories Workshop https://www.courage-ignite.com/Tough_Stories_Workshop_waitlist Bold Facebook — Bold Becoming private Facebook group (free) https://www.courage-ignite.com/Bold_Becoming_FB - Instagram — https://instagram.com/juliebrownecourageignite Email — Julie@courage-ignite.com Music - Happy African Village by John Bartmann --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/julie-browne/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/julie-browne/support

In this episode, my guest Danielle LaPorte  and I will be discussing a few interesting topics. Talking Points: Why rest is important to be effective? How can we shrug off criticism? What is ego; how can we tame it? What to do if we want something to leave behind, to let go, but we are unable to do it? How can we review our past, and use it to plan our future? What's “courage” according to you? How can we tell if we are making a wise decision in critical moments of our life? What's “compassion” and how we can tap into its power? What's the easiest way to heal our strained relationships? Guest Danielle LaPorte @daniellelaporte I write and speak about the intelligence of Love. Some career details: I used to run a future studies think tank in Washington-DC, and my own publicity agency. I never went to university, I got rejected from art school, and I was fired from a business that I co-founded. When I was little, I wanted to be a “social worker, disco dancer, and a poet.” I think I've managed to pull that off. I'm the creator of The Heart Centered Membership and The Desire Map book + planner system. There are 400+ Desire Map Facilitators in 23 countries. Desire Map as a “brand” is evolving into a Heart Centered Facilitating curriculum—our first cadre of trained facilitators will be of service in the summer of 2021. I'm a member of Oprah's Super Soul 100. Over 5 million people a month visit DanielleLaPorte.com, which Forbes named one of the “Top 100 Websites for Women”. My podcast, With Love, Danielle ranks in iTunes' Top 10 for wellness. I'm honoured that Marianne Williamson has referred to me, “as a bright light in the modern priestesshood.” And one of my other heroines, V (formerly known as Eve Ensler) called me “a force field of energy, wonder, humour, and love.” Thank you. I co-create all of my meditation decks and the Heart Centered Membership with a beloved esoteric practitioner of many spiritual traditions, V. S. Offering these practices is one of the greatest blessings of my life… along with working with a wonderful team, living in Vancouver, Canada; and being the mother of my teenage son. Host Olyasha Novozhylova - NotBasicBlonde @notbasicblonde_ NotBasicBlonde Podcast - @nbbpodcast Olyasha Novozhylova is the CEO and Founder of NotBasicBlonde brand, dedicated to inspiring young women to create an extraordinary style and embrace their individuality.   Model, Blogger, Entrepreneur, Author, AmazonLive Fashion Host, Fashion Editor, and Celebrity Podcast Host of NotBasicBlonde Podcast.   As the Founder and Host of NotBasicBlonde Podcast with over 4M downloads and celebrity guests, where no topic is off limits, Olyasha provides millennials an ultimate guide on entrepreneurship, dating, marketing, self-development, astrology, spirituality, fashion, coaching, beauty,health&wellness.   Graduated from Georgia State University with a BBA in Managerial Sciences, Olyasha successfully built a career in IT/Project Management, before she became a full time entrepreneur.   Author of the children's bookCutie the Unicorn – It's ok to be different, Olyasha teaches our younger generation how to express their individuality.   Olyasha has led an impressive 15-year career in fashion and runway in US and overseas, as well as enjoying several acting roles.   Olyasha has partnered with over 100 nationwide brands such as Cartier, Revolve, PrettyLittleThing, PGA, Steve Madden, Too Faced, Vital Proteins, Tarte, DryBar, Drunk Elephant, etc.

Our guest today is Rick Sessinghaus, the swing and mental coach for professional golfer Collin Morikawa, the No.2 ranked golfer in the world. Rick, a former professional golfer and the mental consultant for the UCLA Men's Golf team, is well-known as a performance coach and mindset principles expert. His book, Golf: The Ultimate Mind Game, has been highlighted in national golf magazines and used by leading golf instructors across the country as the “best resource to improve your mental game.” Rick studied the mental and emotional skills that make or break a performance and quickly realized their need and application in the corporate arena. Talking Points: Why should HR leaders listen to a golf performance coach? How Rick began coaching Collin Morikawa Cognitive reframing How to diminish team stress Mental toughness Flow states in individual and team settings Resources/Links: Find Rick: https://www.ricksessinghaus.com/ Flow Code for Golfers: https://theflowcode.com/golf-academy/ Connect with Tom on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomfinnleggup/ Follow Talent Empowerment on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/talent-empowerment-podcast/

Our guest today is Rick Sessinghaus, the swing and mental coach for professional golfer Collin Morikawa, the No.2 ranked golfer in the world.Rick, a former professional golfer and the mental consultant for the UCLA Men's Golf team, is well-known as a performance coach and mindset principles expert. His book, Golf: The Ultimate Mind Game, has been highlighted in national golf magazines and used by leading golf instructors across the country as the “best resource to improve your mental game.” Rick studied the mental and emotional skills that make or break a performance and quickly realized their need and application in the corporate arena.Talking Points:Why should HR leaders listen to a golf performance coach?How Rick began coaching Collin MorikawaCognitive reframingHow to diminish team stressMental toughnessFlow states in individual and team settingsResources/Links:Find Rick: https://www.ricksessinghaus.com/Flow Code for Golfers: https://theflowcode.com/golf-academy/Connect with Tom on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomfinnleggup/ Follow Talent Empowerment on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/talent-empowerment-podcast/Talent Empowerment Website: https://talentempowerment.com/

Aren't addition facts cool! By this point you've learned some amazing patterns and games to help your students make real sense of and automatize the single digit addition facts. But sometimes learning and applying are two different things. In this episode Pam and Kim detail how to help your students actually apply the patterns they've learned and get out of counting.Talking Points:Why do some kids keep counting after they've learned these relationships?How to help kids break the counting habitIt's not about speed, it's about sophisticationWhy we make online workshops

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In this episode Pam and Kim begin the first of another series: Multiplication Facts! What role can mathematizing and real math play in helping kids master their multiplication facts? Listen in as Pam and Kim outline the differences between 'knowing' and 'memorizing' multiplication facts. Talking Points:Why multiplication facts are importantThe difference between knowing and memorizing factsHow to get rid of all the stress around multiplication factsIs the goal to get through memorizing the facts, or to develop multiplicative reasoning?We recommend brushing up on episodes 5 & 6 in preparation for this series. Understanding what it means to develop multiplicative reasoning is so important!

In the last two episodes, Pam and Kim did some really cool Problem Strings, but what do they think about Number Talks? Listen in as Pam explains how Number Talks and Problem Strings can go hand in hand for powerful results.Talking Points:Why call 'Number Talks' 'Problem Talks'?Short term uses for Problem TalksThe best use for Problem TalksThe purpose of Problem StringsWhen to do Problem TalksWhen to do Problem StringsWant to learn more about this powerful combination? Head to: mathisfigureoutable.com/stringsvtalks

In this episode I have a special co-host, Alex Ronquillo, and we spoke with Allan Liska about Threat Intelligence and how SMBs can use it. Alex is a Internet Threat Hunter from rec. Allan is a Threat Intelligence Analyst from Recorded Future.Talking Points:Why as a SMB should you care about threat intel?What are the must have capabilities / resources that a company should have before investing in a threat intelligence platform?Are some SMBs starting to understand protecting their 'brand'What is everyone getting wrong their 3rd party suppliers?What are the biggest changes, if any, they've seen in 2020 regarding threat actors?Why Threat Intel needs to expand outside of your SOC in 2021Will AI mature in 2021?

In this episode I talked with Steve Barnes about physical network security. Steve is an Enterprise Systems Engineer for Fortinet.Talking Points:Why does physical network security still matter in the age of SASE?What is the biggest difference between 'Next Gen' and 'Stateful' firewalls?Does content awareness (SSL inspection) really help with visibility and protection?Even SASE needs something to connect toWhy is SD-WAN important in the age of Digital Transformation?Ransomware Protection with Default DenyThis episode is sponsored by Fortinet. Fortinet is On-Prem and Cloud Security company based out of Sunnyvale, California.

In this episode I talk with Lenny Levy about talking Third Party Risk Management with Executive Leadership. Lenny is a healthcare Chief Information Security Officer and has extensive experience with Risk Management and currently works at Security Cubed Consulting.Questions and Talking Points:Why is third party risk management a challenge for organizations?How should organizations determine how much third party risk to take on?Why are some companies being too risk adverse?How do you handle leadership that doesn't take third party risk seriously? Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=BPUXUJ8SWLCR6&source=url)

Today we’re talking about giving away water (then buying it back), the coin shortage, the price of dollhouses, and anniversaries. We’ll also be talking with Jessica Steele from The Steele Maiden and her philosophies about budgeting. Jessica Steele grew up in small town Pennsylvania before pursuing a degree in Fashion Design and moving to New York City in 2009. With a full-time career in the fashion industry, Jessica founded The Steele Maiden in 2012 while on a brief New York-hiatus (let’s call Los Angeles a fling). Along with her partner Adam, behind the camera and the scenes, she created the website to be a place which inspires readers to create fashionable adventures throughout their own cities and beyond. Talking Points: Why’d You Buy That? Dan’s anniversary gift Budgeting for a wedding Toiletry Kits and gift giving Anniversary trips Emergency… water and toilet paper? The national coin shortage Selling used toys Jessica Steele’s budgeting tips and blog Jessica’s background in fashion How she got started with her budget The shift in money-mindset How she budgets Credit card debts Savings Goals Blogging in the chaos of 2020 Shame versus empowerment with money management Personal finance education Resources/Links: Weekly Budgeting App The Steele Maiden blog Instagram: @thesteelemaiden    

Today we’re talking about giving away water (then buying it back), the coin shortage, the price of dollhouses, and anniversaries. We’ll also be talking with Jessica Steele from The Steele Maiden and her philosophies about budgeting. Jessica Steele grew up in small town Pennsylvania before pursuing a degree in Fashion Design and moving to New York City in 2009. With a full-time career in the fashion industry, Jessica founded The Steele Maiden in 2012 while on a brief New York-hiatus (let’s call Los Angeles a fling). Along with her partner Adam, behind the camera and the scenes, she created the website to be a place which inspires readers to create fashionable adventures throughout their own cities and beyond. Talking Points: Why’d You Buy That? Dan’s anniversary gift Budgeting for a wedding Toiletry Kits and gift giving Anniversary trips Emergency… water and toilet paper? The national coin shortage Selling used toys Jessica Steele’s budgeting tips and blog Jessica’s background in fashion How she got started with her budget The shift in money-mindset How she budgets Credit card debts Savings Goals Blogging in the chaos of 2020 Shame versus empowerment with money management Personal finance education Resources/Links: Weekly Budgeting App The Steele Maiden blog Instagram: @thesteelemaiden    

"I define creativity as the ability to toggle between wonder and rigour - and ultimately to create novel value." (#89) In this Human Intelligence-focused episode, Natalie Nixon, Creativity Strategist & President of Figure 8 Thinking, LLC, talks about Design-Thinking, Strategy and Change-Management. Using her "3i Creativity Framework" she outlines competing narratives for the new world ahead, and explains why creativity should be a core competency for the future of work.     GIVE FEEDBACK. How did you discover our podcast, where do you listen, and what would you like to hear more of? Finance pro or not, we'd love to know what you think. Email us here.   TALKING POINTS Why creativity should be a core competency for the future of work. The 3 elements (The “3i Creativity Framework”).  Creativity as the new competitive advantage. Hybrid Thinking in action. “T-shaped” versus the “pi-shaped” thinker. It’s a prerequisite for the 4th Industrial Revolution (the one we’re in now). The 2 competing narratives for the new world ahead. Why creativity is the essential foundational element. The data points that fleshed this out. Typical questions about creativity.   OUR GUEST. Natalie Nixon advises leaders on change management at publicly traded and privately held corporations as well as non-profits. She helps them design optimal ways to leverage creativity, sustain innovation and achieve priority business goals—resulting in happier customers and employees. Natalie is a published author (Strategic Design Thinking and INC online magazine) and a global speaker represented by the BigSpeak speakers bureau. Her public speaking invitations have included CUSP, Business Innovation Factory, 360 Possibles (Saint Malo, France), Creative Mornings, TEDx Philadelphia, The Copenhagen Institute for Interactive Design, The European Innovation Academy (Nice, France), SEB Bank (Tallinn, Estonia), FUSE and the Mayo Clinic’s Transform conference. She is a lecturer at the University of Pennsylvania in social innovation and design thinking and a Senior Advisor at Econsult Solutions. She has a background in cultural anthropology, fashion, and service design. She is certified as a foresight practitioner by the Institute for the Future and in charrette facilitation by the National Charrette Institute at the Harvard Graduate School of Design. Natalie received her PhD from the University of Westminster in design management, and her AB (cum laude) from Vassar College in anthropology and Africana Studies. She has a new book coming out in mid 2020 about the new creativity Called “The Creativity Leap”.   LINKS. Consider a short MBA Express "Creativity and Innovation" course via our AICPA Store. Also on the CGMA Store. Read Natalie's articles on INC.com Visit Natalie's website at www. Figure8thinking.com    ABOUT OUR PODCAST The Voices. These conversations with expert guests are recorded by different members of the AICPA & CIMA team from our offices around the world. While the sound quality may vary, the insights will always be consistently useful. Hear more. Get our shows every week automatically and free. Share them easily with colleagues and friends by using the icons on your app or media player. Skill Up. Find related CPD/CPE resources at the AICPA Store and the CGMA Store. Connect. #GoBeyondDisruption @AICPANews @CIMA_News   SHARE WITH YOUR NETWORK. Know someone who'd enjoy this topic? Click on these links to share this episode with colleagues and friends. Recommend it to your LinkedIn connections.  Recommend it to your  LinkedIn connections.  Send to  Twitter.  Auto-share on your  Facebook page.  Let someone know via  email.  ©2019 Association of International Certified Professional Accountants (AICPA & CIMA)

Be an Asset, Not an Ass: Creating a business that lastsBio–Leading floral stylist and event designer Katie Easley of award-winning Kate Ryan Design set out with one goal: to create joy for her clients. And she did just that, establishingScottsdale-based Kate Ryan Design, combining her interior design background with her love of florals.An interior designer by trade, Kate first got her start working for multi-million-dollar corporation DuPont. It was there that she honed her branding and sales, while fully immersing herself in the method of selling the intangible. Thanks in part to her roots incorporate interior design, Katie quickly grew her small business to sales of over a quarter of a million dollars a year, catching attention of the Society of American Florists, who honored her as ‘Marketer of the Year’ in 2012.This accolade launched her consultancy and since then, Katie has worked with small businesses throughout North America on their sales prospecting, growth strategy and client experience. Ultimately, her goal is to help others grow by defining the value they bring to the marketplace, so that they can close more sales with their ideal clients.Katie is a regular fixture on television, and her work can be seen in the pages of Grace Ormonde, Modern Luxury Magazine and the Chicago Sun-Times, among others. She is the immediate past president for WIPA Phoenix, and an acclaimed industry speaker.In her not-so-spare time, she enjoys spending time with her friends, often with a glass of“fancy” bourbon in hand and her beloved mastiff/boxer ‘Zira’ by her side.Talking Points– Why is it essential for wedding pros to build their network in today's market? Can you explain your strategies behind vendor referrals? Why do you do what you do?How do you identify other vendors' pain points? What use is that? How can a wedding prone to work without coming across as self-serving? When is it OK for a wedding pro to soft-sell their services? When should they hold back? How do you help other vendors in your market? Can you share some real-world examples? How do you deal with not-so-friendly vendors that aren't open to building a mutual relationship? What is the #1 "next step" you would recommend to wedding pros who want to grow their business through their network? Credits:Want more? Be a patron and get more stuff! https://www.patreon.com/weddingvideobossJOIN THE GROUP! /www.facebook.com/groups/weddingvideoboss/The Wedding Video Boss Podcast hosted by Paul SantiagoBossIG: www.instagram.com/weddingvideobossBoffoIG: www.instagram.com/boffovideoWebsite: www.weddingvideoboss.comFor comments & suggestions email me at: weddingvideoboss@gmail.comSpecial thanks to Ning Wong (@NingWongStudios) for the sexy headshotMusic credit Isaac Joel - Azophi, Isaac Joel - Adler, Isaac Joel - Obliqua and Isaac Joel - Clavius from www.SoundStripe.comCheck out our podcasting host, Pinecast. Start your own podcast for free, no credit card required, forever. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-ea71ad for 40% off for 4 months, and support Wedding Bossness.

We're back, we're in this, and we're appreciating pretty girl's eyes! Talking Points: Why does Fate have such pretty eyes? Scifi in my mahou shoujo?! More likely than you'd think. Children being emotionally mature Arf is a good doggo, uh person, familiar. Aforementioned children slapping each other. BONUS: There is a little treat for you guys at the end of the episode! Keep listening after the end music.

Welcome back to another episode of Evil Geniuses. Today on the show we welcome back Kirsten Nordine. The last time Kirsten was on the show was a little over a month ago and we talked a little bit about an open source contribution we’re working on but we also talked a lot about her experience going to a POOD Workshop by Sandi Metz in Durham, North Carolina. In today’s episode, we are talking all about Kirsten and the little vacation she took. Well, not necessarily a vacation but time away from clients to learn more about software development. Kirsten and Emanuel attended Sandi Metz’s new three-day workshop titled POODR Two: Practical Object-Oriented Design in Ruby. We dive into why they went, what they learned, and the biggest takeaways from the workshop that each of them had. Keep listening to hear more!   Key Points From This Episode: Wanting steps like rules to architect a solution to something. Learning more about how objects work together and the design. Day 1 working on a bowling exercise — website code kata and sequence diagrams. Day 2 focusing away from the code and more towards drawing and talking. Designs centered around what message the objects sent and received. Sandi’s helpful way of simplifying things. Why code is easy and organizing code is hard. The role of TDD and design. Finding our where the first test should be. Designing a new story, finding a way to communicate and start writing code. And much more!   Talking Points Why did you go? What did you do? What is special about learning from Sandi? What are we going to do after? How are we going to practice until we’ve fully learned the  things introduced at the class? What is the main takeaway? What are some things you would change about the class?   Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Evil Geniuses on Twitter Kirsten Nordine Kristin on Twitter Sandi Metz Stride Ruby

Talking Points: Why are more seniors holding onto mortgage debt? HECM mortgage-backed securities show fewer loans, more payoffs Last year's FHA insurance hike created significant hurdles Nearly 30% of households have only saved $1,000

Talking Points: Why do people buy books? Entertainment An substitute to boring evening Education Smart and Sophisticated Writing doesn’t matter. Some Assembly Required Make a Promise & Over Deliver Escape (Sci-Fi & Amish) One persons escape is not another person’s escape. Amish and SciFi are both escape but for different people. This is why Amish […] The post 018 – Why Some Great Books Go Unsold While Some Poorly Written Books Fly Off the Shelves appeared first on Author Media.