Podcasts about Teamwork

Welcome to episode #1011 of Thinking With Mitch Joel (formerly Six Pixels of Separation). We tend to romanticize leadership as an act of personal brilliance, but the deeper story is often about the people who understand what truly moves human beings toward one another. Jon Levy has built a career around that question. A renowned human behavioral scientist, consultant and creator of the long-running Influencers Dinner - a global, invitation-only experiment where guests cook together anonymously to dissolve status cues and foster authentic connection - Jon has spent over fifteen years studying why people bond, collaborate and trust. His work has brought Olympians, Nobel laureates, astronauts, CEOs, creators, and even political leaders into the same kitchen, all guided by his curiosity about what helps human beings unlock their best collective instincts. Jon is also the author of The 2 AM Principle and You're Invited, books that explore adventure, belonging, and the science of human connection. His newest book, Team Intelligence - How Brilliant Leaders Unlock Collective Genius, extends this exploration into the workplace, challenging long-held assumptions about leadership, performance, and why great teams succeed. In this conversation, Jon talks through the surprising behaviors that shape genuine relationships, the role anonymity plays in reducing status pressure, the misconceptions organizations hold about star performers, the importance of emotional intelligence, and why bonus structures often undermine collaboration. He touches on the future of hybrid work, the psychology of status, the gap between individual excellence and team effectiveness, and the small but essential habits that allow groups to think more clearly and solve problems more intelligently. Above all, the discussion offers a window into the mind of someone who has spent his career studying how people come together, and how leaders can create the conditions for teams to do their best thinking. Enjoy the conversation… Running time: 55:34. Hello from beautiful Montreal. Listen and subscribe over at Apple Podcasts. Listen and subscribe over at Spotify. Please visit and leave comments on the blog - Thinking With Mitch Joel. Feel free to connect to me directly on LinkedIn. Check out ThinkersOne. Here is my conversation with Jon Levy. Influencers Dinner. Team Intelligence - How Brilliant Leaders Unlock Collective Genius. You're Invited. The 2 AM Principle. Follow Jon on LinkedIn. Follow Jon on Instagram. Chapters: (00:00) - Introduction to John Levy and His Unique Dinners. (02:54) - The Art of Inviting Extraordinary Guests. (06:07) - The Power of Anonymity in Social Interactions. (09:04) - The Impact of Status on Connections. (11:59) - Exploring Team Dynamics and Human Connection. (14:28) - The Future of Work and Employee Expectations. (17:39) - Rethinking Leadership and Team Intelligence. (20:27) - The Role of Emotional Intelligence in Teams. (23:10) - Challenging Conventional Wisdom on Talent. (26:13) - The Importance of Emotional Intelligence in Team Success. (29:48) - The Allure of Status and Leadership. (31:43) - Lessons from the Military and Sports. (33:37) - Understanding Team Dynamics and Player Contributions. (36:19) - The Role of Glue Players in Team Success. (40:32) - The Nature of Team Intelligence. (44:35) - The Impact of Corporate Structures on Teamwork. (52:08) - The Future of Team Intelligence in the Age of AI.

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Fluent Fiction - Hebrew: Museum Mystery: The Thanksgiving Artifact Adventure Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/he/episode/2025-11-22-08-38-20-he Story Transcript:He: המוזיאון להיסטוריה טבעית היה מלא חיים ביום חג ההודיה.En: The Museum of Natural History was full of life on Thanksgiving Day.He: משפחות ומטיילים מילאו את האולמות הגדולים, והצעדים והלחשושים הדהדו בין הקירות המעוטרים בעיטורים של סתיו.En: Families and travelers filled the large halls, with footsteps and whispers echoing between the walls adorned with autumn decorations.He: אוריאל, אחראית המוזיאון, עברה מהצד האחד לצדו השני של האולם המרכזי, כשהיא מרוכזת במחשבות מטרידות.En: Uriel, the museum's manager, moved from one side to the other of the main hall, deeply absorbed in troubling thoughts.He: היא אהבה את עבודתה, אך היום נתקלת בבעיה קשה: חפץ יקר אבד בתערוכה עמוסת המבקרים.En: She loved her job, but today she faced a difficult problem: a valuable artifact was lost in the exhibition crowded with visitors.He: אוריאל, עם תשוקה נסתרת לארכאולוגיה ומורשת, פחדה שאם לא תמצא את החפץ, המנהל יראה בכך רשלנות מצדה ויפטר אותה.En: Uriel, with a hidden passion for archaeology and heritage, feared that if she didn't find the object, the director would perceive it as negligence on her part and fire her.He: הלחץ מההנהלה רק הגביר את החרדה שלה.En: The pressure from management only heightened her anxiety.He: היא היתה צריכה לתפקד בצורה מושלמת.En: She needed to perform flawlessly.He: בידיעה שלא תוכל לחפש לבדה בין כל המבקרים, היא החליטה לפנות לעזרה.En: Knowing she couldn't search alone among all the visitors, she decided to ask for help.He: מירי, מדריכה מודרכת, ודוד, אחד האוצרים הוותיקים, היו צוות אמין.En: Miri, a guided tour instructor, and David, one of the veteran curators, were a reliable team.He: עם מבט בוטח, היא לחשה להם על המצב, וביקשה את עזרתם בפתרון הבעיה בלי לעורר מהומה.En: With a confident look, she whispered to them about the situation and asked for their help in solving the problem without causing a scene.He: השלושה החליטו להתחיל בחיפוש זהיר בכל המתחמים.En: The three decided to start a careful search across all the sections.He: תוך כדי מעבר בין פסלים וסרקופגים, הם הבחינו כי הכל נמצא במקומו, פרט לחפץ הנעדר.En: As they moved through sculptures and sarcophagi, they noticed everything was in its place except for the missing artifact.He: הפחד החל לטפס בליבה של אוריאל, אך היא שמרה על קור רוח.En: Fear began climbing in Uriel's heart, but she maintained her composure.He: כאשר האולם הגדול התחיל להתרוקן מיותר מבקרים, באותו רגע תשומת לבם אליו הופנתה אל אחד התאים האחרונים.En: When the large hall started emptying of most visitors, their attention was drawn to one of the last booths.He: שם גילו עותק של הפריט שנאבד, שהושם בטעות במקומו הלא נכון על ידי מתמחֶה צעיר ונלהב.En: There, they discovered a copy of the lost item, mistakenly placed in the wrong spot by an eager young intern.He: במהירות ובשקט טיפלה אוריאל בהחזרת החפץ למוּצגוּת הנכונה שלו לפני שהמנהל הגיע לסיור מיוחד.En: Quickly and quietly, Uriel took care of returning the artifact to its rightful display before the director arrived for a special tour.He: ברגע שהחפץ חזר למקומו, נשמה אוריאל לרווחה, והרגישה שרווח לה ושונה מלא רחוק יותר ממנה.En: Once the artifact was back in its place, Uriel breathed a sigh of relief, feeling that a burden had lifted and was now far from her.He: לאחר סיום האירוע, מודעת להצלחתה להתמודד עם המשבר, החליטה אוריאל ללוות את המתמחֶה.En: After the event concluded, aware of her success in handling the crisis, Uriel decided to guide the intern.He: היא רצתה להקנות לו הבנה ומיומנות ללמוד יותר בלי פחד.En: She wanted to impart to him understanding and the skill to learn more without fear.He: יום חג ההודיה הסתיים בצורה מוצלחת, ולאוריאל היתה תחושת ביטחון חדשה בעצמה וביכולתה להוביל.En: Thanksgiving Day ended successfully, and Uriel had a newfound sense of confidence in herself and her ability to lead. Vocabulary Words:adorned: מעוטריםartifact: חפץtroubling: מטרידותabsorb: מרוכזתnegligence: רשלנותperform: לתפקדreliable: אמיןwhispered: לחשהscene: מהומהsculptures: פסליםsarcophagi: סרקופגיםcomposure: קור רוחbooths: תאיםcopy: עותקintern: מתמחֶהeager: נלהבrightful: מוּצגוּת הנכונהconcluded: סיוםimpart: להקנותskill: מיומנותcrisis: משברpassion: תשוקהfear: פחדהanxiety: חרדהflawlessly: בצורה מושלמתheritage: מורשתperform: לתפקדsolve: פתרוןhandle: לטפלconfidence: ביטחוןBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fluent-fiction-hebrew--5818690/support.

Fluent Fiction - Hindi: Discovering Treasures: A Thanksgiving Adventure Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hi/episode/2025-11-22-08-38-20-hi Story Transcript:Hi: पतझड़ के रंगीन पत्ते हवा में लहराते हुए नैचुरल हिस्ट्री म्यूजियम के बाहर जमा हो रहे थे।En: The colorful autumn leaves were swirling in the air, gathering outside the Natural History Museum.Hi: अंदर, एक अलग ही दुनिया थी जिसमें समय जैसे थम गया हो।En: Inside, it was like a different world where time seemed to have stopped.Hi: रोहन, मीरा और अनीका इस अद्भुत म्यूजियम के मुख्य दरवाज़े से गुज़रे।En: Rohan, Meera, and Anika entered through the main gate of this wonderful museum.Hi: यह टैन्क्सगीविंग की छुट्टियाँ थीं और म्यूजियम में लोगों की भीड़ थी।En: It was the Thanksgiving holidays, and the museum was crowded with people.Hi: रोहन एक उत्सुक और साहसी युवा था।En: Rohan was a curious and adventurous young boy.Hi: आज वह म्यूजियम की गिफ्ट शॉप में कुछ अनोखा खोजने का दृढ़ संकल्प लेकर आया था।En: Today, he was determined to find something unique in the museum's gift shop.Hi: करीब ही उसकी बड़ी बहन, मीरा थी, जो चीज़ों का ध्यान रखने वाली थी।En: Close by was his elder sister, Meera, who was the one to keep track of things.Hi: वह जानती थी उन्हें बजट का ध्यान रखना है।En: She knew they had to be mindful of their budget.Hi: अनीका, उनकी दयालु सहेली, परिवार के लिए कुछ अर्थपूर्ण खरीदना चाहती थी।En: Anika, their kind friend, wanted to buy something meaningful for the family.Hi: गिफ्ट शॉप में भीड़ की हलचल बढ़ चुकी थी।En: The bustle in the gift shop had increased.Hi: लोग यादगार तोहफे अपनी ट्रॉलियों में डाल रहे थे।En: People were putting memorable souvenirs in their carts.Hi: रोहन ने इधर-उधर नज़र घुमाई, लेकिन अधिकांश अच्छे सामान बिक चुके थे।En: Rohan glanced around, but most of the good items had already been sold.Hi: उसकी हिम्मत थोड़ी डगमगाई।En: His courage wavered a little.Hi: मीरा ने उसकी ओर देख कर कहा, "रोहन, हमें कुछ अच्छा लेना चाहिए, लेकिन बजट का भी ध्यान रखना होगा।En: Meera looked at him and said, "Rohan, we should get something nice, but we also need to keep the budget in mind."Hi: " रोहन के मन में सवाल कौंधा—एक अनोखा तोहफा या बजट के हिसाब से कोई साधारण चीज।En: A question flashed in Rohan's mind—an unusual gift or something ordinary within budget.Hi: तभी, उसका ध्यान एक दुर्लभ जीवाश्म की प्रतिकृति पर गया।En: Suddenly, his attention was drawn to a replica of a rare fossil.Hi: यह परफेक्ट था, लेकिन महंगा।En: It was perfect, but expensive.Hi: इसके बस एक ही टुकड़ा बचा था।En: Only one piece was left.Hi: वो दुविधा में था।En: He was in a dilemma.Hi: अनीका ने उसका मनोबल बढ़ाया, "अगर हम तीनों मिलकर पैसे जोड़ें तो यह ले सकते हैं।En: Anika encouraged him, "If all three of us pool our money together, we can get it.Hi: ये यादगार रहेगा।En: It will be memorable."Hi: "मीरा ने सहमति में सिर हिलाया, और उन्होंने अपनी तिजोरी खोली।En: Meera nodded in agreement, and they opened their treasure boxes.Hi: एक साथ मिलकर, उन्होंने जीवाश्म खरीदा।En: Together, they purchased the fossil.Hi: टोली के चेहरे पर खुशी थी और दिलों में संतोष।En: There was happiness on their faces and contentment in their hearts.Hi: रोहन ने अब समझ लिया था कि यादें और अनुभव वस्तुओं से ज़्यादा मूल्यवान होते हैं।En: Rohan now understood that memories and experiences are more valuable than objects.Hi: टीमवर्क और साझेदारी ने उनके संबंधों को और भी मजबूत किया था।En: Teamwork and partnership had strengthened their relationships even more.Hi: म्यूजियम में बिताया वो दिन, अब हमेशा के लिए उनके दिलों में रहेगा।En: That day spent in the museum would forever remain in their hearts. Vocabulary Words:swirling: लहराते हुएgathering: जमाadventurous: साहसीdetermined: दृढ़ संकल्पunique: अनोखाmindful: ध्यान रखनाbustle: हलचलsouvenirs: यादगार तोहफेglanced: नज़र घुमाईcourage: हिम्मतwavered: डगमगाईbudget: बजटflashed: कौंधाreplica: प्रतिकृतिfossil: जीवाश्मdilemma: दुविधाencouraged: मनोबल बढ़ायाcontentment: संतोषexperiences: अनुभवvaluable: मूल्यवानteamwork: टीमवर्कpartnership: साझेदारीrelationships: संबंधोंstrengthened: मजबूतtreasure: तिजोरीmemorable: यादगारelder: बड़ीcurious: उत्सुकkind: दयालुmain: मुख्य

Disclaimer: We are not professionals. This podcast is opinioned based and from life experience. This is for entertainment purposes only. Opinions helped by our guests may not reflect our own. But we love a good conversation.In this 2 Be Better Podcast episode, Chris and Peaches kick things off with updates on their upcoming December 5–8 coed couples retreat, breaking down details on bunks, private rooms, who can come solo, and why these weekends are so powerful for couples and individuals who want real relationship growth. Then they dive straight into part two of a heavy email from a wife in a long term marriage, struggling with BPD, emotional safety, and a husband who refuses to change because “this is who I was when we got married.” They walk through her written letter, line by line, unpacking abandonment triggers, preloading divorce conversations, the difference between repair and resolution, and how to phrase “I” and “we” language so you are fighting for the relationship instead of fighting each other. If you are in a mentally exhausting marriage where every argument gets turned back on you, you feel like you are doing all the emotional work, or your healing journey is not supported by your spouse, this episode will feel painfully familiar and give you a clearer framework for what healthy communication and real change should look like. From there, they expose the darker side of a husband who openly says he will not evolve, threatens to weaponize the kids in a divorce, and treats his wife as a conversational enemy while she tries to get her BPD into remission and protect her mental health. Chris and Peaches talk hard truths about when it is time to leave, what it actually means to be “too different,” why you cannot raise your husband like a toddler, and why real partnership requires both people to grow, not just the one with a diagnosis. They also respond to a separate email about a boyfriend constantly commenting on other women's bodies, celebrity crushes, and homemade porn in relationships, giving straight talk on lusting after others while in a relationship, self pleasure, and why “hall passes” and “it is just a movie” slowly destroy self esteem and intimacy. If you are craving blunt marriage advice, BPD relationship insight, and no nonsense coaching on emotional safety, porn, and standards in your relationship, this video will give you language, clarity, and the permission to stop settling.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/2-be-better--5828421/support.

What if your organization's greatest untapped advantage wasn't technology or headcount—but psychological safety?In this episode of Teamwork: A Better Way, Francie Jain, founder and CEO of Terawatt, shares how one hospital slashed turnover from 24% to 4%—saving $32 million annually—by prioritizing psychological safety and expert-led group coaching.We explore:-Why psychological safety is the most overlooked performance lever-How cultural shifts lead to measurable financial results-Why group coaching creates trust, retention, and resilience—especially in healthcareIf you're a leader looking for a smarter, more human way to build high-performing teams, this episode is your roadmap.Transcript: https://share.transistor.fm/s/4a75cbba/transcript.txt

“Success is peace of mind that is the direct result of self-satisfaction in knowing you did your best to become the best that you are capable of becoming.” John WoodenWe conclude our final week of our 7-week series of quotes based on themes from my book, "Senior Salute," with five more quotes on the theme of "Success," plus one extra quote.In my quest to find a definition of success, I found that the John Wooden quote above had defined it in a way that was right in line with how I had come to feel. His definition of success was so spot-on that I chose to adopt it as mine, too. I encourage you to consider success in this same way. Your success is about how hard you try and how far you are willing to go without giving up. Many successful people have been counted out numerous times, but they refused to give up. They just doggedly persisted until they eventually achieved what they were seeking. When you do that, you will be a success every time, no matter what some scoreboard says. I wrote "Senior Salute" as a follow-up to my most popular book ever, "Inspiration for the Graduate." Both are gift books for coaches or parents to give to their senior athletes. "Inspiration for the Graduate" makes for a great graduation gift, and "Senior Salute" is a great gift to give on Senior Night or at the End-of-Season Banquet. Each book is filled with quotes based on various Team Themes that, hopefully, the coaches have talked with and worked on with their teams at some point in the season.Also, please consider becoming a supporter of the show. You can donate to the show by clicking on the link below. Thanks so much for your support!Support the showFor more information to help you on your road to becoming your best, check us out at SlamDunkSuccess.com or email me at scott@slamdunksuccess.com.As always, our background music is "Dance in the Sun" by Krisztian Vass.

In dieser Folge nehme ich euch mit in einen sehr ehrlichen Deep Dive rund um Female Entrepreneurship, meine persönliche Gründungsgeschichte und all das, was im Unternehmertum oft zwischen den Zeilen passiert. Mit angeschlagener Stimme – aber mit umso mehr Klarheit – spreche ich darüber, warum mich eine Krankheitswoche erneut daran erinnert hat, wie wichtig mein Team ist, wie ich überhaupt Unternehmerin geworden bin und warum weibliches Gründen immer noch mit ganz eigenen Hürden verbunden ist. Wir schauen gemeinsam auf aktuelle Zahlen, auf persönliche Erfahrungen aus zehn Jahren Selbstständigkeit und darauf, weshalb es manchmal genau die richtigen Menschen zur richtigen Zeit braucht, um ein Unternehmen mutig zu starten. In dieser neuen Podcast Club Folge erfährst du: - warum mein Weg ins Unternehmertum eigentlich ein „Hineinrutschen“ war - wie sich Einzelunternehmertum vs. GmbH mit Team wirklich anfühlen - weshalb Female Founders andere Herausforderungen haben und wo Stärken liegen - welche Rolle Mentoring, Netzwerke und ehrliche Gespräche für mich spielen - wieso Fehlerkultur ein Gamechanger im Team sein kann - und warum „Everything is hard before it's easy“ für mich zum Unternehmerinnen-Mantra wurde Eine reflektierte, persönliche Folge über Mut, Netzwerke, Teamwork und den ganz realen Alltag hinter dem schönen Wort Entrepreneurship.

Disclaimer: We are not professionals. This podcast is opinioned based and from life experience. This is for entertainment purposes only. Opinions helped by our guests may not reflect our own. But we love a good conversation.In this episode, we sit down with Wes, host of the Modern Fatherhood Podcast, to have a real conversation about what it actually means to be a present father, husband, and provider in a blue collar world. We dig into modern fatherhood, co-parenting struggles, family court battles, and why so many men disappear from their kids' lives after divorce when the co-parenting dynamic turns toxic. We break down “happy wife, happy life,” the cost of chasing overtime checks, burnout, depression, and how many dads are physically in the home but emotionally absent. If you're a blue collar dad, single father, stay at home mom, or a wife trying to understand your husband better, this conversation will give you language and perspective around marriage priorities, work-life balance, and how to put your marriage and kids on solid ground.You'll also hear Wes share his story of becoming a young dad, buying houses, losing himself chasing money, gaining it all back in weight and stress, and then rebuilding his life with intention, men's groups, and massive weight loss. We talk about building better men through mentorship, accountability, and community, the power of men calling each other out when we're slipping, and why your social circle can either hold you down or force you to level up. We hit leadership in the home, how to be the man of the house without becoming a dictator, how to support a stay at home mom as a blue collar husband, and what provision really means beyond money. If you're searching for fatherhood advice, co-parenting tips, men's mental health support, or practical marriage advice for hard-working dads, this episode is for you.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/2-be-better--5828421/support.

Disclaimer: We are not professionals. This podcast is opinioned based and from life experience. This is for entertainment purposes only. Opinions helped by our guests may not reflect our own. But we love a good conversation.In this episode of The 2 Be Better Podcast, we read raw, unfiltered emails from listeners who are trying to live out traditional marriage roles in a very modern world. We talk about a stay-at-home wife who goes back to work full time and finds a new sense of purpose, what happens to the marriage dynamic when she leaves the house, and why her husband's pride “hits different” now that she's in the workforce. We break down communication, teamwork, masculine leadership, feminine submission, mental health, isolation, depression, and what it really takes to rebuild identity when the kids are grown and the house finally goes quiet. If you're into traditional values, biblical style marriage, or just want honest relationship advice from a husband and wife who actually live this, this is your episode.We also dive deep into a girlfriend who wants a traditional relationship while her boyfriend still lives with his parents, how to submit safely only to a man who can truly lead, and what that looks like when you're still living separately. From arguments over conflict styles (talk it out now vs. taking space), to how to avoid weaponizing divorce, to rebuilding emotional and physical intimacy when you're exhausted, we walk through real examples from our own marriage: conflict repair, apologies, boundaries, leadership, and date-night habits that keep you out of the roommate phase. Expect hard truths, practical tools, and real-world traditional marriage advice on submission, leadership, respect, and intimacy that you can start applying in your relationship today.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/2-be-better--5828421/support.

DFS Army's lead NFL Analyst Kevin "Geek" Alan joins with two-time millionaire maker winner Bobbywow to take a look at the best plays and strategy for the Thursday Night Football Bills vs Texans showdown in Week 12 for DraftKings and FanDuel DFS.

Send us a textQuick Episode Summary:Matt Lucio shares Air Force leadership lessons, motivation, and authenticity.-SEO Description:Air Force Noncommissioned officer (NCO) Matt Lucio shares leadership lessons, motivation, and career insights with host Martin Foster on Passing The Torch. Inspiring stories await!

In this episode of the Sargent On Track Podcast, Sebastian sits down with Project Executive Nick Rosswog, Superintendent Andrew Leftridge, and Project Manager Bernard Lupini in the Project Flywheel Job Trailer Studio to talk about Sargent's work on a 2-million-square-foot LEGO distribution center in Virginia. They dig into what makes Project Flywheel one of the largest, most complex jobs in the Mid-Atlantic, moving 360,000 cubic yards of earth through challenging wetlands and relying on a large team of subcontractors while still hitting aggressive schedule milestones. Along the way, Nick, Andrew, and Bernard share how they got into construction, what it's been like joining (or rejoining) Sargent, how Andrew's background in soil cementing has helped the team stay ahead of changing site conditions, and why “living and dying by the schedule” has sharpened their planning, communication, and trust in the crew in the field.If you liked this week's episode and are interested in becoming an Employee-Owner at Sargent, please visit our careers page on the Sargent website. https://sargent.us/apply/If you have an episode suggestion, please send your idea to:sbennage@sargent.us

With holiday hosting just around the corner, queen of hospitality Abby Kuykendall is the perfect person to help get you in the right frame of mind! Abby joins AllMomDoes podcast host Julie Lyles Carr to discuss what true hospitality is all about, and how to let go of stress, expectations, and perfection so you can focus on your people instead!Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3K9KQbzTakeaways:Hospitality connects people and is a way to show love.It's important to redefine hospitality beyond entertaining.Cultural pressures can hinder our ability to practice hospitality.Setting boundaries is essential for healthy hospitality.Authenticity in hospitality leads to deeper connections.Women often bear the mental load of hospitality tasks.Introverts and extroverts experience hospitality differently.Throwing off expectations can enhance the hospitality experience.God calls us to practice hospitality regardless of our skills.The journey of hospitality is about being true to oneself. I'm not carrying that torch alone.We have to look at our calendars.Set that up at the beginning.Take the stress off of yourself.Potluck it up, man.A coffee meetup in the front yard.Opening our resources to be hospitable.Using your resources to build those connections.We can distract ourselves away from what the point is.I want to focus on and he's like, Oh, if it was dirty.Sound bites:"It's not about trying to be Martha Stewart""I'm not carrying that torch alone.""We have to look at our calendars.""Set that up at the beginning.""Take the stress off of yourself.""Potluck it up, man.""A coffee meetup in the front yard.""Opening our resources to be hospitable."Chapters:00:00 Introduction to Hospitality and Connection01:53 Redefining Hospitality: From Entertaining to Authenticity04:58 Cultural Pressures and Expectations in Hospitality10:06 Overcoming Anxiety and Setting Boundaries in Hospitality18:51 Navigating Different Personalities in Hospitality21:56 Navigating Hospitality with Family Dynamics22:47 Planning and Preparation for Hospitality24:56 The Power of Potlucks and Delegation26:55 Innovative Approaches to Hosting27:53 Hospitality Beyond the Home29:38 Building Relationships Through Shared Experiences31:33 Creating Presence Over Perfection33:23 Teamwork in Hospitality35:57 Setting Expectations in Co-Hosting37:33 Connecting with the AudienceKeywords:hospitality, connection, authenticity, cultural pressures, boundaries, introverts, extroverts, community, anxiety, expectations, hospitality, family dynamics, planning, potluck, hosting, relationships, presence, teamwork, expectations, community

For this episode, let's revisit a Case Interview & Management Consulting classic where we speak about leadership versus teamwork answers. If you are thinking through responses to leadership and teamwork questions, the starting point should be knowing the differences between both. At its core, to McKinsey especially, leadership is about influencing a group people to undertake and complete an initiative of importance. Yet, a better definition is that as the leader you tend to be the primary beneficiary of what is happening since you get the credit. As a great team member, you do much of the work but you do not get the great. Ensure your teamwork and leadership stories cover this crucial distinction.   Here are some free gifts for you: Overall Approach Used in Well-Managed Strategy Studies free download: www.firmsconsulting.com/OverallApproach   McKinsey & BCG winning resume free download: www.firmsconsulting.com/resumepdf   Enjoying this episode? Get access to sample advanced training episodes here: www.firmsconsulting.com/promo

In this episode, we speak with Dan Williams, Partner at Delta-v Capital, an investment firm focused on growth-stage software and technology services businesses. Founded in 2009, Delta-v Capital has provided flexible growth capital solutions to innovative companies across infrastructure software, cloud services, CxO software, and vertical software sectors for more than a decade. The firm manages over $1.3 billion in assets and maintains offices in Denver, CO, and Dallas, TX. Dan leads Delta-v's infrastructure software practice, focusing on cybersecurity, AI, and DevOps. He has led investments in companies including Arctic Wolf, Claroty, Corelight, Teamworks, CloudBees, LogRocket, and You.com, with successful exits such as Socrata and Venafi. Before joining Delta-v, Dan held product, engineering, and corporate development roles at Cisco and worked in the buyout group at American Capital. He holds a BS in computer science from MIT and an MBA with honors as a Palmer Scholar from the Wharton School. Dan was recently recognized as a Top Software Investor of 2025 by GrowthCap. I am your host, RJ Lumba. We hope you enjoy the show. If you like the episode, click to follow.  

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Harmonizing Lanterns: Forging Unity at Hangzhou's Festival Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-11-19-23-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 在杭州的一个深秋下午，明宇、丽华和健走进了一家古色古香的茶馆。En: On a late autumn afternoon in Hangzhou, Mingyu, Lihua, and Jian stepped into a quaint tea house.Zh: 走在石板街道上，他们感受到了空气中弥漫的茶香和栗子香。En: As they walked on the cobblestone street, they could smell the aroma of tea and chestnuts in the air.Zh: 茶馆的窗户上凝着蒸汽，温暖的光线透过悬挂的红色灯笼照亮了整个房间。En: Steam lingered on the tea house's windows, and the warm light filtering through the hanging red lanterns illuminated the entire room.Zh: 他们坐在一个低矮的漆桌旁，准备讨论即将到来的灯笼节计划。En: They sat by a low lacquered table, ready to discuss their upcoming plans for the Lantern Festival.Zh: 明宇是个心思细腻的艺术家，他一直想做一场关于西湖的灯笼展示。En: Mingyu is a meticulous artist who has always wanted to create a lantern display about West Lake.Zh: 他渴望让观众通过灯笼感受到西湖的美丽与宁静。En: He longs for the audience to feel the beauty and tranquility of West Lake through the lanterns.Zh: 丽华则是个充满活力的组织者，总想把节日变得更加难忘。En: Lihua, on the other hand, is a vibrant organizer who always wants to make celebrations more memorable.Zh: 她的计划非常宏大，希望把整个湖岸都装饰上灯笼。En: Her grand plan is to decorate the entire lakeshore with lanterns.Zh: 健却比较现实，他觉得丽华的计划过于夸张，不太可能实现。En: But Jian is more realistic, feeling that Lihua's plan is too extravagant and unlikely to be feasible.Zh: 三人在茶馆中讨论着节日的计划。En: The three discussed the festival plans in the tea house.Zh: 明宇轻声说：“我希望灯笼能展现出西湖的宁静之美。”En: Mingyu softly said, “I hope the lanterns can showcase the peaceful beauty of West Lake.”Zh: 丽华兴奋地回应：“但我们可以多加一些创意，让它更吸引人。”En: Lihua excitedly responded, “But we can add more creativity to make it more appealing.”Zh: 健则皱眉说：“我们需要考虑实际情况，不然计划可能无法实施。”En: Jian frowned and said, “We need to consider practicality, otherwise the plan might not be implemented.”Zh: 在讨论的过程中，气氛略显紧张。En: During the discussion, the atmosphere was somewhat tense.Zh: 为了打破僵局，明宇决定妥协。En: To break the stalemate, Mingyu decided to compromise.Zh: 他说：“也许我们可以把丽华的创意融入我的设计中，同时确保现实的可行性。”En: He said, “Maybe we can incorporate Lihua's creativity into my design while ensuring realistic feasibility.”Zh: 随后，他从包里拿出一张卷轴，慢慢展开，上面是他设计的灯笼展示图。En: Then he pulled out a scroll from his bag and slowly unfurled it, revealing his lantern display design.Zh: 图中不仅有明宇对西湖的独到见解，还融入了丽华生动的创意。En: The design not only featured Mingyu's unique vision of West Lake, but also incorporated Lihua's vivid creativity.Zh: 看到这一设计，丽华瞪大了眼睛，兴奋地说：“太美了！这样会给观众带来意想不到的惊喜。”En: Seeing this design, Lihua widened her eyes in excitement and said, “It's beautiful! This will bring an unexpected surprise to the audience.”Zh: 健也仔细地看着图纸，终于点了点头，说：“这样确实有趣，而且我看到了明宇的艺术和丽华的妙思，这很不错。”En: Jian also carefully examined the drawing and finally nodded, saying, “It's indeed interesting, and I see the blend of Mingyu's artistry and Lihua's ingenious ideas. It's really nice.”Zh: 最后，三人达成了一致。En: In the end, the three of them reached an agreement.Zh: 他们决定一同努力，把这场展示在灯笼节上呈现给大家。En: They decided to work together to present this display at the Lantern Festival.Zh: 明宇从这次合作中学会了团队合作的重要性，丽华意识到了创意与计划并重的价值，而健也开始对艺术眼界产生了新的尊重。En: Mingyu learned the importance of teamwork from this collaboration, Lihua realized the value of balancing creativity with planning, and Jian began to develop a new respect for artistic perspectives.Zh: 在茶馆的暖光中，三人的笑声回荡，与秋日的气息融为一体。En: In the warm light of the tea house, their laughter resonated, blending with the atmosphere of autumn.Zh: 他们的新计划将会为杭州的灯笼节增添别样的光彩与魅力。En: Their new plan would add a unique charm and brilliance to Hangzhou's Lantern Festival. Vocabulary Words:quaint: 古色古香cobblestone: 石板aroma: 香味linger: 停留meticulous: 心思细腻tranquility: 宁静extravagant: 夸张的feasible: 可行的showcase: 展示appealing: 吸引人practicality: 实际情况stalemate: 僵局compromise: 妥协incorporate: 融入unfurl: 展开ingenious: 妙思collaboration: 合作resonate: 回荡charm: 光彩brilliance: 魅力lakeshore: 湖岸vivid: 生动的feasibility: 可行性scroll: 卷轴unique: 独特的audience: 观众artistry: 艺术性balanced: 并重respect: 尊重perspectives: 眼界

I was hesitant to have the two of them on together but am so glad I did. They complement one another on this episode just as they did on the road. It's a great take of how two people can work so well together to get each other to the Rock. Teamwork at its finest.

“Success is peace of mind that is the direct result of self-satisfaction in knowing you did your best to become the best that you are capable of becoming.” John WoodenWe continue our final week of our 7-week series of quotes based on themes from my book, "Senior Salute," with five more quotes on the theme of "Success." In my quest to find a definition of success, I found that John Wooden had defined it up above in a way that was right in line with how I had come to feel. His definition of success was so spot-on that I chose to adopt it as mine, too. I encourage you to consider success in this same way. Your success is about how hard you try and how far you are willing to go without giving up. Many successful people have been counted out numerous times, but they refused to give up. They just doggedly persisted until they eventually achieved what they were seeking. When you do that, you will be a success every time, no matter what some scoreboard says. I wrote "Senior Salute" as a follow-up to my most popular book ever, "Inspiration for the Graduate." Both are gift books for coaches or parents to give to their senior athletes. "Inspiration for the Graduate" makes for a great graduation gift, and "Senior Salute" is a great gift to give on Senior Night or at the End-of-Season Banquet. Each book is filled with quotes based on various Team Themes that, hopefully, the coaches have talked with and worked on with their teams at some point in the season.Also, please consider becoming a supporter of the show. You can donate to the show by clicking on the link below. Thanks so much for your support!Support the showFor more information to help you on your road to becoming your best, check us out at SlamDunkSuccess.com or email me at scott@slamdunksuccess.com.As always, our background music is "Dance in the Sun" by Krisztian Vass.

The final installment of a multi-day spearfishing trip called Sail X Spear. The episode features a group discussion and informal debrief with participants and the crew aboard the boat Condor, where they share their highlights, challenges, and "frother" (enthusiastic person) shoutouts from the trip. Conversations center on diving experiences, technical improvements like float line management and shooting accuracy, impressive fish catches (including a mangrove jack and a tuskie), and the positive, ego-free, teamwork-focused atmosphere fostered throughout the journey. The host, Shrek, and others frequently praise the generous attitudes of the participants and the competency of the crew, while also mentioning sponsors and future trip details. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:25 Setting the Scene: Sail and Spear Trip 01:25 Acknowledging the Team 02:37 Diving Highlights and Reflections 03:37 Spearfishing Techniques and Tips 06:04 Sponsor Shoutout: Adreno Spearfishing 06:57 More Diving Stories and Highlights 08:38 Teamwork and Camaraderie 32:15 Sponsor Shoutout: Neptonics 33:52 Final Reflections and Farewells 38:55 Reflecting on the Trip 39:03 Diving Challenges and Successes 39:27 Celebrating the Catch 39:59 Memorable Moments and Highlights 41:08 Sharing the Experience 41:37 Diving Stories and Techniques 44:21 Acknowledging the Crew 46:39 Final Thoughts and Farewells 49:47 Concluding the Adventure 59:07 Looking Forward to Future Trips

Fluent Fiction - Korean: Jinhee's Thanksgiving: A Lesson in Teamwork and Resilience Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ko/episode/2025-11-18-23-34-02-ko Story Transcript:Ko: 발라진 가을 색상의 길가에 있는 현대적인 교외 마을에서는 감사절이 다가오면서 모든 것이 바쁘게 돌아가고 있었다.En: In a modern suburban neighborhood adorned with autumn colors, everything was bustling as Thanksgiving approached.Ko: 진희는 인근 고등학교에 다니는 성실한 학생이다.En: Jinhee is a diligent student attending a nearby high school.Ko: 평소에는 늘 준비를 철저히 하지만 이번에는 여러 가지 책임으로 인해 걱정이 가득하다.En: Usually, she is always thoroughly prepared, but this time she is filled with worry due to the many responsibilities she has.Ko: 학교 프로젝트 발표가 얼마 남지 않았기 때문이다.En: It's because the school project presentation is not far off.Ko: 요즘 진희는 아르바이트와 가족 행사로 바쁘다.En: These days, Jinhee has been busy with her part-time job and family events.Ko: 감사절 준비도 해야 하니, 그녀는 시간을 나누기가 어렵다.En: Since she also has to prepare for Thanksgiving, she finds it hard to manage her time.Ko: 진희는 최상의 발표를 해서 꼭 높은 점수를 받고 싶지만, 준비할 시간이 부족하다.En: Jinhee wants to deliver the best presentation and receive a high score, but she lacks preparation time.Ko: 그녀의 그룹원들은 민호와 수진이다.En: Her group members are Minho and Sujin.Ko: 진희는 용기를 내어 그들에게 도움을 요청하기로 한다.En: Jinhee decides to muster the courage to ask them for help.Ko: "혹시 이번에 더 많은 준비를 도와줄 수 있을까?En: "Could you perhaps help more with the preparations this time?"Ko: " 진희는 민호와 수진에게 조심스레 말했다.En: Jinhee carefully asked Minho and Sujin.Ko: 기꺼이 두 사람은 도와주기로 했다.En: Willingly, both agreed to help.Ko: 민호는 발표 자료를 정리하고, 수진은 시각 자료를 준비했다.En: Minho organized the presentation materials, and Sujin prepared the visual aids.Ko: 진희는 이 모든 지원에 감사하며 발표 원고를 준비하는 데 집중하기로 했다.En: Grateful for all this support, Jinhee decided to focus on preparing the presentation script.Ko: 발표 당일, 교실은 학생들로 붐비고 있었다.En: On the day of the presentation, the classroom was crowded with students.Ko: 긴장감이 감도는 가운데, 차례가 다가왔다.En: Amidst the tense atmosphere, their turn was approaching.Ko: 하지만 갑자기 교실의 프로젝터가 작동하지 않았다.En: But suddenly, the classroom's projector malfunctioned.Ko: 모든 학생들이 당황했지만, 진희는 깊이 숨을 쉬고 전면에 나섰다.En: All the students were flustered, but Jinhee took a deep breath and stepped forward.Ko: "여러분, 프로젝터 문제로 계획이 바뀌었지만, 우리가 준비한 내용을 잘 들어주세요," 진희는 침착하게 말했다.En: "Everyone, due to the projector issue, our plan has changed, but please listen carefully to what we've prepared," Jinhee said calmly.Ko: 그녀는 민호와 수진의 도움을 받아 이야기를 설명했다.En: With the help of Minho and Sujin, she explained the story.Ko: 수진은 준비한 자료를 직접 보이며 설명했고, 민호는 필기한 내용을 칠판에 적어가며 내용을 도왔다.En: Sujin showed and explained the materials directly, and Minho helped by writing the notes on the board.Ko: 발표가 끝나자 선생님은 그룹에게 긍정적인 피드백을 주었다.En: After the presentation ended, the teacher gave positive feedback to the group.Ko: "너희는 좋은 협력과 유연성을 보여주었구나.En: "You demonstrated great cooperation and flexibility.Ko: 잘했다.En: Well done."Ko: "진희는 깊은 안도의 한숨을 쉬었다.En: Jinhee let out a deep sigh of relief.Ko: 이제 그녀는 혼자 모든 것을 책임지려 하기 보다는, 다른 사람의 도움을 받는 것이 얼마나 중요한지를 배웠다.En: She learned how important it is to receive help from others rather than trying to take on everything alone.Ko: 그녀는 민호와 수진에게 감사의 인사를 전했고, 그들은 함께 프로젝트의 성공을 축하했다.En: She expressed her gratitude to Minho and Sujin, and they celebrated the project's success together.Ko: 이렇게 가을 날의 발표는 끝이 났고, 진희는 교외 마을의 아름다운 단풍 사이로 학교를 떠났다.En: Thus, the autumn day's presentation came to an end, and Jinhee left the school through the beautiful autumn leaves of the suburban neighborhood.Ko: 그녀의 마음은 더 가볍고 따뜻했다.En: Her mind felt lighter and warmer.Ko: 감사절이 더욱 특별해진 순간이었다.En: It was a moment that made Thanksgiving even more special. Vocabulary Words:suburban: 교외adorned: 발라진diligent: 성실한thoroughly: 철저히responsibilities: 책임muster: 용기를 내다carefully: 조심스레willingly: 기꺼이organized: 정리하다visual aids: 시각 자료grateful: 감사하다script: 원고crowded: 붐비다tense atmosphere: 긴장감malfunctioned: 작동하지 않다flustered: 당황하다cooperation: 협력flexibility: 유연성relief: 안도gratitude: 감사의 인사celebrated: 축하했다beautiful: 아름다운leaves: 단풍special: 특별한presentation: 발표materials: 자료notes: 필기projector issue: 프로젝터 문제feedback: 피드백success: 성공

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DFS Army's lead NFL Analyst Kevin "Geek" Alan joins with two-time millionaire maker winner Bobbywow to take a look at the best plays and strategy for the Monday Night Football Cowboys vs Raiders showdown in Week 11 for DraftKings and FanDuel.

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: Weathering the Storm: A Tale of Teamwork and Growth Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2025-11-17-08-38-20-nl Story Transcript:Nl: De wind ritselde zachtjes door de oranje en rode bladeren buiten, terwijl de herfst zijn aanwezigheid duidelijk maakte in de straten van de stad.En: The wind rustled gently through the orange and red leaves outside, as autumn made its presence clearly felt in the city streets.Nl: Binnen in de college dorm zat Femke, met de schouders gespannen en haar blik gericht op het scherm van haar laptop.En: Inside the college dorm sat Femke, with her shoulders tense and her gaze fixed on her laptop screen.Nl: Rondom haar lagen papieren verspreid over de tafel, de kamer benauwd zonder de frisse lucht van buiten.En: Around her, papers were scattered across the table, the room stuffy without the fresh air from outside.Nl: "Het is echt een rommeltje," mompelde Femke tegen zichzelf, verwijzend naar zowel de kamer als de situatie met haar groepsproject.En: "It's really a mess," Femke muttered to herself, referring to both the room and the situation with her group project.Nl: De deadline naderde, en de stress drukte zwaar op haar schouders.En: The deadline was approaching, and the stress weighed heavily on her shoulders.Nl: Jeroen leunde nonchalant achterover in zijn stoel, rokend aan een pen en leek zich nergens zorgen over te maken.En: Jeroen leaned back nonchalantly in his chair, chewing on a pen and seemingly unconcerned.Nl: "Maak je niet druk, Femke. We maken het wel op tijd af," zei hij met een lach, alsof tijd altijd aan zijn kant stond.En: "Don't worry, Femke. We'll finish it on time," he said with a smile, as if time was always on his side.Nl: "Maar er is niet veel tijd meer!" reageerde Femke, haar stem trillerig van de spanning.En: "But there's not much time left!" Femke responded, her voice shaky with tension.Nl: Sanne keek op van haar boek, dat ze halfslachtig aan het lezen was.En: Sanne looked up from her book, which she was barely reading.Nl: Ze wist dat ze iets moest zeggen om de boel te kalmeren.En: She knew she needed to say something to calm things down.Nl: Sanne was altijd de bemiddelaar van de groep, maar soms maakte haar aarzeling alles ingewikkelder.En: Sanne was always the mediator of the group, but sometimes her hesitation made everything more complicated.Nl: "Misschien kunnen we een lijst maken van wat er nog moet gebeuren?" stelde Sanne voorzichtig voor.En: "Maybe we could make a list of what still needs to be done?" Sanne cautiously suggested.Nl: Femke zuchtte. "Ik moet dit serieus aanpakken. We kunnen het ons niet veroorloven om dit te laten mislukken."En: Femke sighed. "I have to take this seriously. We can't afford to let this fail."Nl: De avond viel, en het enige geluid in de kamer was het klikken van toetsenborden en het zachte gezoem van de verwarmingen.En: Evening fell, and the only sounds in the room were the clicking of keyboards and the soft humming of the heaters.Nl: Femke voelde haar geduld afbrokkelen. Alles drong op haar af als regen op een paraplu.En: Femke felt her patience eroding, everything pressing down on her like rain on an umbrella.Nl: Uiteindelijk kon Femke het niet meer inhouden.En: Eventually, Femke couldn't hold it in any longer.Nl: Ze knalde haar laptop dicht en keek naar haar teamgenoten.En: She slammed her laptop shut and looked at her teammates.Nl: "We moeten het nu over de taakverdeling hebben!" zei ze krachtig, voor het eerst haar stem verheffend.En: "We need to discuss task allocation now!" she said forcefully, raising her voice for the first time.Nl: Jeroen keek verrast op. "Oké, oké, je hebt gelijk," gaf hij toe.En: Jeroen looked up, surprised. "Okay, okay, you're right," he admitted.Nl: "Ik zal mijn deel deze week nog afmaken."En: "I'll finish my part this week."Nl: Sanne zette haar boek weg en stelde voor om de taken duidelijker te organiseren.En: Sanne put away her book and suggested organizing the tasks more clearly.Nl: "Laten we samen een planning maken. Als we het goed verdelen, moet het lukken."En: "Let's make a plan together. If we divide it well, we can do it."Nl: Femke voelde de druk langzaam van haar afglijden.En: Femke felt the pressure slowly slide off her.Nl: Ze had geleerd om haar zorgen te delen, en het resultaat was hoopgevend.En: She had learned to share her concerns, and the result was hopeful.Nl: Het team begon met een nieuwe energie aan de opdracht.En: The team started the assignment with new energy.Nl: Soms werkten ze tot laat in de avond, maar nu met een helder plan en gedeelde verantwoordelijkheden.En: Sometimes they worked late into the evening, but now with a clear plan and shared responsibilities.Nl: Op de ochtend dat de deadline aanbrak, was de dorm nog stiller dan anders.En: On the morning of the deadline, the dorm was even quieter than usual.Nl: De taak was afgerond.En: The task was completed.Nl: Het project leken zo goed als volmaakt, met ieders inbreng doordrenkt in de regels en afbeeldingen.En: The project seemed almost perfect, with everyone's contributions woven into the lines and images.Nl: Femke glimlachte opgelucht naar Jeroen en Sanne.En: Femke smiled in relief at Jeroen and Sanne.Nl: Femke had een waardevolle les geleerd; communicatie was net zo belangrijk als hard werken.En: Femke had learned a valuable lesson; communication was just as important as hard work.Nl: En de koude herfstlucht voelde iets minder kil met de wetenschap dat ze er niet alleen voor stond.En: And the cold autumn air felt a little less chilly with the knowledge that she wasn't in it alone.Nl: De bladeren dansten nog altijd in de wind, een herinnering aan de veranderende seizoenen en de groei die daarmee kwam.En: The leaves still danced in the wind, a reminder of the changing seasons and the growth that came with them.Nl: Hun samenwerking was sterker dan ooit, net op tijd voor de herfststorm te overwinnnen.En: Their collaboration was stronger than ever, just in time to weather the autumn storm. 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“Success is peace of mind that is the direct result of self-satisfaction in knowing you did your best to become the best that you are capable of becoming.” We start our final week of our 7-week series of quotes based on themes from my book, "Senior Salute," with five quotes on the theme of "Success." The first one is the John Wooden quote you see above. In my quest to find a definition of success, I found that Wooden had defined it in a way that was right in line with how I had come to feel. His definition of success was so spot-on that I chose to adopt it as mine, too. I encourage you to consider success in this same way. Your success is about how hard you try and how far you are willing to go without giving up. Many successful people have been counted out numerous times, but they refused to give up. They just doggedly persisted until they eventually achieved what they were seeking. When you do that, you will be a success every time, no matter what some scoreboard says. I wrote "Senior Salute" as a follow-up to my most popular book ever, "Inspiration for the Graduate." Both are gift books for coaches or parents to give to their senior athletes. "Inspiration for the Graduate" makes for a great graduation gift, and "Senior Salute" is a great gift to give on Senior Night or at the End-of-Season Banquet. Each book is filled with quotes based on various Team Themes that, hopefully, the coaches have talked with and worked on with their teams at some point in the season.Also, please consider becoming a supporter of the show. You can donate to the show by clicking on the link below. Thanks so much for your support!Support the showFor more information to help you on your road to becoming your best, check us out at SlamDunkSuccess.com or email me at scott@slamdunksuccess.com.As always, our background music is "Dance in the Sun" by Krisztian Vass.

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The Time Riders: Part 8 A Date With Death. Based on a post by BiscuitHammer, in 16 parts. Listen to the Podcast at Explicit Novels. Into the pit. Domitia was brought through the streets, which were lined with huge crowds watching her somberly. She was attended by at least twenty soldiers, who walked in silence around her. Accompanying them were her former sister Vestals and the Pontifex Maximus, one of the greatest priests in Rome and head of the state religion. It was he who ultimately was in charge of the Virgins, both choosing them and stripping them of their office if the need arose. He walked ahead of her, his face grave. Domitia wore a simple white tunic now, but all other signs of her former life were gone. Her magnificent braids were undone, and her brown hair hung down her back shamefully. The colors she'd been allowed to wear were missing. In times past, disgraced Virgins had been excoriated, possibly just beaten with a rod, but now, in the height of mighty Rome's power, the punishment was death, for endangering the city. But no one was insane enough to spill the blood of a Vestal Virgin, disgraced or not, so her execution was not so direct. She would be sent underground into a small chamber, with a stock of food and supplies, and locked in there until she starved to death, or succumbed to sickness. They weren't killing her, per se; she was merely shunned until she died. Such was the way of Imperial Rome. Her condemnation and pronouncement of her fate had already been declared, at the beginning of this long walk, meant to be a show of penitence before the face of all Rome. And as humiliated and crushed as she was, her foremost thought was about Bonosus, and his magnificent cock. Even now, being led through the streets, her cunt was wet and ached to feel him buried inside her. Before she knew it, they had arrived at their destination, a small area in the north of the city, with a plot dug into the ground. Stopping at its edge, she looked down inside; the walls were lined with wood, probably to prevent a collapse, and there seemed to be a small stool and a cot within. She heard hysterical sobbing from nearby, and turned her head to see her mother, her birth mother, Pompeneia, weeping from behind the barricade of guards and calling out to her. Domitia's heart ached for a moment, but then she turned her gaze back to the den prepared for her. Her fate was sealed. She glanced over to look at her sister Vestals, but they refused to look at her, staring ahead resolutely. She could see tears in dear Silla's eyes, though; she had hurt the Sisterhood badly, and this was how she was to pay for it. So be it. With all the dignity she could muster, Domitia swallowed her fear and stepped forward, turning and climbing down the ladder, descending roughly ten feet until she reached the earthen floor. There were small candles burning on some stone surfaces, allowing for dim light. She looked upward, and the last thing she saw was the face of the Pontifex Maximus looking down at her, his expression unreadable, before a heavy door was slammed down and locked, cutting off all light and all sound from above. She shuddered at the sound, her stomach twisting in knots. She knew that there was no way out. The door would be weighted, and guards set outside for weeks, to prevent anyone from trying to rescue her. Despite her fear, she looked around, noting the small amount of food supplies left for her, and a small, narrow hole dug in one corner where she was to relieve herself. It wouldn't do to have a Vestal Virgin stinking of shit, even a disgraced one, and even in death. The silence was almost terrifying. She slumped into the small chair left for her, shivering and biting her lip as she felt that her cunt was still wet, the sticky lips parting slightly as she spread her legs. Thoughts of Bonosus returned to her, and she couldn't help but reach down beneath her tunic and begin rubbing her fingers over herself. The fear she felt melted away as she tickled her throbbing clit and teased her warm nether lips. Domitia closed her eyes and sighed in pleasure. If she was to die in this hateful place, it would be while cumming, thinking of that magnificent cock, spurting inside her one last time; The wall opposite her creaked and opened, the stout wooden boards pulling away. Domitia almost yelped in shock, but she didn't stop playing with herself. She stared in astonishment as a tall blonde woman came inside, carrying a torch. Following her was Nanu, a slave-girl that Domitia would have sworn belonged to her parents. "Well, hello, Domitia," the blonde woman said, smiling at her. "I'm Lady Aurora Horatia, Bonosus' mistress. Are you ready to get out of here?" Domitia nodded, but then paused, reconsidering as her fingers plunged in and out of her molten cunt. "Can you; give me just a moment here?" the former Virgin asked sheepishly. Into the Arena. Mark winced and squinted as the great gate opened, allowing light to flood into the dark tunnel. The grinding and heaving of the gears that moved the iron-reinforced barriers echoed loudly, and his heart pounded in anxiety. He was almost hyperventilating, and he could feel the blood racing through his veins. Maybe taking the adrenalin tab he'd finally found stashed behind a loose brick wasn't such a good idea. And no instructions, either. He reminded himself to punch himself in the face when he saw himself again. Hey, at least he knew he survived. He felt himself shoved roughly out into the arena, looking around in bewilderment as tens of thousands of people all shouted and jeered at him. Part of the huge stadium was cast into shadow because of the giant canvas awning that covered a full third of its seating and the arena in the center. He thought it was called the Velarium, but he wasn't sure. The roaring noise of the crowds hurt his ears, and he felt dizzy. The tab's effects apparently hadn't evened out in him yet. Maybe he should have taken it earlier? Wearing his itchy burlap loincloth, a rope belt, sandals and nothing else, Mark wandered slowly toward the center of the sandy field, his cudgel in hand. The echoing sounds of the crowd were maddening, and he felt almost dizzy. What was the purpose of this damn tab, anyway? Guards approached him. His urge was to run, but where would he go? Trembling, he stood his ground and waited for them. One of them grabbed him roughly and spun him about to face something, shoving him to one knee. Mark gasped, but then looked up and paused. On the other side of the giant stadium, sitting in a shaded box, was a man wearing purple, surrounded by guards and other dignitaries. It had to be the Emperor. The most powerful man in the world. If only he knew which one it was. Maybe he could've gotten an autograph. He chuckled bitterly at his joke, but the guard holding him told him to shut up and slapped him across the back of the head. Mark's eyes snapped open and fury flared through him. He surged to his feet and his shoulder-block knocked the guard backwards, to the astonishment of the audience. The guard and another one nearby drew their weapons and were about to kill him, when trumpets blared from all around the perimeter of the Colosseum. Mark looked around warily, seeing the reaction of the crowds as the two guards withdrew. Drums sounded out now, and more trumpets. He looked over at the emperor, his eyes going wide as he noticed a familiar, stunning blonde woman in a seat next to him and watching Mark with a smirk. Kneeling beside her was Nanu. "Jesus, Becky, there's a million people in Rome; how many did you fuck?" he muttered, scowling. He heard the gates clanking open again and spun to face them, his heart racing again. From the dark tunnel strode a stout, bald man wearing leather armour on his shoulder and a metal-studded skirt, carrying a shield and wielding a small axe. "What is this, fetish night at the Colosseum?" Mark complained loudly as the man began to run toward him. Mark braced himself, watching warily. His earlier anxiety was being replaced by anger, and a desire to either flee or fight. He'd just trust to his adrenalin and hope that his future self knew what the Hell he was doing. The gladiator ran up and swung at Mark, who ducked and came up behind his foe. Before the man could turn, Mark struck him across the back of the head with his cudgel. The man crashed to the ground face-first. The crowd was yelling in outrage and astonishment. Apparently, that wasn't supposed to happen. The man showed no signs of rising, merely stirring feebly and groaning, a huge goose egg rising on the back of his head. Hastily, Mark leaned down and pulled the round wooden shield off the man's arm and pried the axe from his grip. He stood up, trying to control his breathing. His heart felt like it would burst out of his chest. He looked around, making sure no one was approaching him from any other direction, but nobody seemed to be forthcoming. Where was his next foe? It dawned on him that he hadn't been expected to last beyond this first fight. They were probably scrambling to figure out what to do next. Doubtless they'd be finding another gladiator to throw at him. He chanced a glance up at Becky, but she sat still, simply watching him. He didn't blame her; she was supposed to have turned on him, after all. He did notice that she was keeping one leg crossed over the other and bouncing her thighs subtly. Maybe the hormones weren't completely out of her system yet. Or it could have just been normal horny Becky. Who knew at this point? A few seconds later, the gates on another section of the concave wall that surrounded him opened slowly, and out strode a tall man, wearing only a loincloth like himself and greaves, but carrying a weighted net in one hand, and a trident in the other. "Trident!" Mark exclaimed to himself, remembering. "That's what those fucking things are called! Now I can; Hey!" Mark had gotten distracted and only barely jumped out of the way of the retiarius, who thrust his trident, trying to skewer his foe. Mark angrily struck at the man's head with his axe, but he raised the haft of the weapon to block and Mark's axe broke on it. The crowd cheered wildly as it saw what happened. Mark stared dumbly at the splintered handle of his weapon, the iron head missing entirely, having spun off to land in the dust several inconvenient feet away. "What the shit?" Mark shouted angrily as he dodged another attack, keeping his shield between himself and his enemy. The trident's tines glanced off the face of his shield, coming perilously close to ripping open his side. "You mean I can't kill anyone? I'm timelocked from killing someone, even if they're trying to kill me?" He dodged again and scrambled for his cudgel, lying next to the first man he'd knocked unconscious. The man he was fighting was quick, though, and lunged in, jamming his weapon forward and trying to impale Mark through his stomach with it. Mark blocked with the shield, shuddering in panic as he felt the tines burst through the wood and punch out the back side, dangerously close to his belly. But the trident was caught now, and now the two men wrestled back and forth desperately, with the retiarius trying to free his weapon and Mark doing everything he could to prevent that exact thing. Suddenly he realized that he was doing exactly the wrong thing, and simply let go of his shield. The gladiator now held his trident awkwardly, weighed down as it was by the shield embedded on it, and with no safe recourse to get it back. He flailed at Mark with the weighted edges of his net, threatening to break smaller bones if he got in too close. Mark dashed for the cudgel again, and this time his opponent couldn't quickly follow him. Mark picked it up and tried putting the man on the defensive, skirting around him, looking for an opening to strike. The man glared at him balefully, swinging the net if Mark got too close. He's not armored and he can't use his weapon; Mark reminded himself. He flung his cudgel at the gladiator's face and surged in while the man was trying to block the unexpected projectile. His trident was weighted down with Mark's shield, so he was using the net frantically to avoid being struck. Mark plowed into the man and took him down to the ground, using his advantage in height and weight. His foe wheezed as he landed hard on his back, beginning to thrash as Mark straddled his chest and pummeled at him. A lucky punch got through and Mark snapped his foe's head to the side with a right across the jaw. He went to sleep. The crowds were shouting again angrily as Mark stood, recovering his stupid club and taking the man's net, since the shield was wrecked, and the trident was no use since he apparently wasn't allowed to kill anyone. How did time lock know, anyway? He bent over, trying to control his breathing and his pulse. His head was spinning again from the anxiety. What the Hell was his future self thinking, leaving that damn tab to use? What sort of advantage and futuristic superpower was panic? You're pumping adrenalin; it makes runners faster, it makes them run longer; it makes people stronger in a crisis; He opened his eyes and stood, turning around and looking at the thousands upon thousands of people who hated him. Fuck those people. He turned and looked at the emperor and held the weighted net in the air, scowling at the sovereign. "That all you got, asshole?" he shouted, feeling himself get angrier and more aggressive with every moment. Becky could barely hear what Mark was yelling over the noise of the crowds, but she shifted somewhat uncomfortably when she felt the mood of the man next to her darken. "So that's how he wants to play it, hmm?" muttered the emperor, resting his cheek against his hand. "Uppity thing, this boy of yours, Lady Horatia." "Oh, he is no longer mine, great emperor; this behavior, reprehensible as it might be, is unknown to me. Please dispose of the upstart as you see fit," Becky replied, knowing better than to be perceived as defending Mark. "You can count on that, my lady;” he replied, nodding absently as he made some vague motion to a signaler. "If you will excuse me, sire, I must depart for a moment," Becky said, trying to not sound urgent. The emperor looked at her quizzically for a moment: "You would miss his doom?" She made a show of blushing: "His life and death mean nothing to me now, but all this excitement has undone me, sire. I must go and relieve myself, because it wouldn't do to piss myself in your presence." "Very well, then," he said, nodding. "But try to be back soon." Becky stood and bowed before exiting the emperor's spectator box, taking Nanu with her, pulling her along by the wrist. "My lady, is now a good time to see to such functions?" asked the Egyptian girl as she followed the blonde woman. "Is Bonosus not in great danger? I thought you meant to rescue him." "I can't rescue him sitting next to that pompous ass, now can I?" Becky hissed as she strode down one of the hallways. "And keep your voice down; I don't want people to know what we're doing." "Sorry, mistress," Nanu replied, blushing. She allowed herself to be dragged along for several seconds before asking her next question. "What are we doing, exactly?" "You'll see soon enough," Becky said grimly, her blue eyes flashing as she pushed through the throngs of people in the hallways that ran around the length of the Colosseum. "I hope you wore your cock-sucking lips today;” The huge man lumbered towards Mark; he was well over half a foot taller than Mark, and a whole lot heavier. Beneath his layer of fat, he was obviously muscular and very strong. He carried a shield in one hand, a wicked sword in the other. His loincloth was made of tough leather, covered in metal studs. His wide belt was also braced with metal. His right arm was protected from shoulder to wrist by a cauldron and gleaming steel plates. On his head was an intimidating helmet, the face mask looking like something out of "Mad Max: Fury Road," with a peaked top that sported what looked like a curved metal blade or sail. It looked like he was wearing a can opener on his head. "Fuck;” Mark whined to himself as he stood his ground, trying to figure out how he was going to keep from getting killed. He held his cudgel and his net, trying to look threatening, but the gorilla coming at him didn't seem to care. He jumped out of the way as the Samnite slashed with his sword. He tried to move in, but was sent flying backwards when the gladiator suddenly slammed the front of his shield into him. Landing on his back, Mark only had a split second to roll out of the way as the point of his foe's sword drove down into the dirt where'd he'd only just been. He kicked at the man's leg, but it held, and he scrambled away, looking to put some distance between them. "Hey, Jason Voorhies!" he called out, waving his club in the air. "Over here, candy-ass!" The gladiator turned his head to look at him while trying to wrench his blade from the hard-packed earth. He finally did so and stood upright, rolling his shoulders and striding forward again. He slashed with his blade, but Mark dodged once again and then threw his net over his foe. The Samnite got caught in it, but didn't go down, trying angrily to remove it. Mark jumped on his back and began hammering away with his stupid little club. The giant staggered about, flailing wildly to dislodge his smaller foe. The jeering from the crowd was punctuated with increasing amounts of laughter at this ridiculous spectacle. Mark hung on for dear life with one arm wrapped around the man, his other hand whacking away at the foe's helmet. But his own net was preventing the blows from being fully effective, despite the metallic ringing of his strikes. Unable to reach the pest on his back or use his weapons, the huge man simply fell backwards, hoping to crush Mark. It wasn't graceful, and it wasn't pretty, but it did stun Mark long enough to stop him from hitting his foe with his cudgel. "Oh fuck;” Mark wheezed as the Samnite rolled off him and struggled to get up while removing the netting. Mark slowly crawled away, shaking his head to stop the world from spinning. The jellied tissue that was once his lungs was on fire, and strained to get oxygen circulating through him. He heard his foe growl in frustration, and then he felt himself getting grabbed by the scruff of the neck and the back of his loincloth before being hauled completely off the ground; The crowd went wild as the gladiator threw Bonosus bodily to the ground, as if trying to crush his bones with the impact. He picked him up again and dashed him to the hard-packed earth, having given up on removing the net. Mark protected himself from the slams as best he could, but it wasn't helping much, given the strength of the man who was mauling him. The fourth time getting slammed to the ground was about Mark's limit, and the world had become nonsense around him; everything sounded like it was being played in drunken slow motion. His vision swam, and he really just wanted to take a damn nap. He shook his head trying to clear it, remembering that Becky had bought him time, so he'd best not waste it getting rag-dolled by this shit stain. While the Samnite was reaching down for him, Mark managed to roll onto his back and kicked up, hard, between the gladiator's legs. His foot found the man's crotch, and while the force of the blow was lessened by the net's interference, his foe still groaned, and his knees bent. Mark kicked again, and then once more, having finally staggered his foe. The man sank to his knees, holding his crotch. Mark couldn't see his face, but he was obviously in a great deal of pain. Mark staggered to his feet, ignoring the crowd's jeers and screams, focusing only on his foe. The gladiator was now protecting his crotch with his hands, so Mark couldn't kick him there, so he slammed the bottom of his foot into the larger man's chest, knocking him on his back, where he lay moaning. Mark stamped on his crotch for good measure. "Stop, dammit!" wailed the man. "Quit kicking me in the cock!" "Fuck you!" Mark spat, scowling. His chest was on fire and his entire body throbbed in pain. "You were trying to kill me, fuckface! Why should I give a shit what you think?" "I'll stop, I'll stop!" the man pleaded, writhing under the net and totally at Mark's mercy. "Just don't wreck my cock, I was gonna fuck tonight!" "Yeah, right," Mark sneered. "Who were you gonna fuck?" Mark spun as he heard an ululating war cry, and his eyes widened as he saw a woman running toward him, carrying a whip in one hand and a sword in the other. Her spiked hair was wet with blue woad paste, and her eyes were mad with battle lust. "Her;” the Samnite indicated. Becky and Nanu were both on their knees, mouths bobbing back and forth on the cocks of the men they had leaning back against the wall, groaning and pumping their hips. Neither of the men could believe their luck; they thought this would be another boring day for measly pay. From up here, they couldn't even see the action down in the arena well. Sulus and Catullus, two former merchant marines, were charged with keeping the Velarium in place during the spectacles. Their extensive experience with canvas sails made them ideal for this tedious but essential work. At least, that's what they were told, despite the thirty asses a day they received proclaiming otherwise. So imagine their good fortune and delight when this patrician woman and her slave-girl happened to wander on up, espy the two men, and offer to suck their cocks, without even charging them anything! Talk about Saturnalia in Quintilis! Nanu moaned as she swirled her tongue around the head of the cock she was sucking on, holding it by the base of the shaft, her eyes closed. This seemed like an odd time to be doing something like this, but Lady Aurora had been quite firm that it was part of the plan. So be it. Besides, that strange little patch her new mistress had affixed to the skin under her arm was making her so horny right now. Kneeling beside the slave, Becky's free hand reached out and took hold of Nanu's, giving it a squeeze. They continued pushing their wet mouths along the lengths of the throbbing shafts, both girls getting wetter and more aroused with each passing moment. Nanu pulled her mouth off the cock for a moment, sucking in air and breathing heavily as she massaged it with her tiny hand. Her face was flushed as she looked over at her new mistress, her eyes glazed with desire. Becky nodded her assent. Nanu stood quickly and lifted the long trails of her garment, exposing her ass and cunt to the man she'd been servicing. She turned around and leaned back against him, squirming her ass against his cock, making him moan loudly. With great need, she grabbed hold of his tool and speared herself down on it, sighing loudly before beginning to wiggle back and forth on him, shivering as he slid in and out of her. Becky rose to her feet soon after, moving around to face Nanu and leaning forward, with her hands on the slave-girl's shoulders and looking into her eyes. The marine got behind Becky and gripped her hips, pushing inside her. Becky moaned into Nanu's mouth as she kissed her, their tongues tangling hungrily while their tits squirmed and rubbed together. The men held tight and fucked the two women as hard as they could, looking to cum as quickly as possible. Hips smacked against asses and moans grew louder. Becky and Nanu now panted through an open-mouthed kiss, their hands groping one another in need. The Egyptian girl pressed back as hard as she could on the cock she was impaled on, while Becky ground in eager circles, yearning for release. Seconds later they were wailing into one another's mouths, shuddering in ecstasy as the men groaned and began pumping cum inside their wanton pussies. Becky and Nanu were relentless, milking the men for all they were worth, until they slumped to the stone floor, almost insensate from the orgasms these strange women had given them. Straddling the marines now, and facing into one another, Becky and Nanu continued kissing and fondling, even as they moved slowly up and down on the rigid poles they'd been fucking. "Umm, mistress;” Nanu said dreamily, lost in Becky's blue eyes. "I know, my love," Becky murmured, giving Nanu many light kisses on the lips, as if she was unable to help herself. "But we must; smooch; get ready to; do our part; smooch; and rescue Mark;” Nanu pulled back from the kiss and looked up in confusion. "Mark?" "Bonosus," Becky corrected herself, waving it off. "I'll explain later. Now help me get ready;” The crowd was howling with laughter as Mark ran around the arena in a panic, chased by the gladiatrix, who cracked her whip at him, screeching for him to get his ass back there so she could kick it. Mark didn't need oppositional defiance disorder to ignore her demands. The tip of that whip was cracking awfully close behind him. The Samnite he'd downed earlier grunted and flopped down again as Mark stamped on his back while running over him. "Don't try to get up, asshole, you promised!" Mark shouted angrily. "If you do, I don't care if she's trying to kill me, I'll come over there and kick you in the balls so hard you'll be spitting them out!" "Okay! Okay!" the man shouted back, lying on his stomach and waiting. "But I hope she catches you and rips your skin off to wear as a cloak!" "Oh, go sit on a Doric column!" Mark grumbled, deking to the left to try to throw her off. At this point, the crowd was chanting something, what he could only Assume Was Her Name "Achilleia! Achilleia!" "What is that, Latin for Psycho Hose-Beast?" Mark complained loudly, noticing that he had not gained any ground on his foe. He only had the stupid cudgel, whereas she had a wicked sword and a goddam whip. He had the distinct impression he couldn't tire her; she had the look of a woman on a murder mission; her eyes were wild with bloodlust, the scream escaping her lips singing of his gory doom. "She's the greatest female gladiator in Rome!" called out the Samnite, still watching from his confines beneath the net. "She's been more than a match for many men who have fought her!" "Singing my praises doesn't get you more cunt than normal, Rullus!" Achilleia snapped, still chasing her quarry. Gods, this slave could run! Pity she had to kill him, he was well-built and had a great ass! She pressed harder, now swiping with her sword, since using her whip slowed her down some. Like most gladiators, she was wearing little armour, only leather greaves, a leather loincloth, an abbreviated leather cuirass that exposed her midriff but held her tits in place, and a leather cauldron and brace on one arm. A steel fillet around her forehead glittered with glass beads, off-setting her wild blue death-hawk hair. She whooped in triumph as the tip of her sword tore open the back of his loincloth and it fell away, leaving Mark completely exposed as he fled for his life. The crowd was laughing hysterically again. "Dammit, I hate freeballing when I'm running!" he shouted angrily, grimacing as his balls slapped around his thighs. "You have no idea how uncomfortable this is!" "Stop running then, coward!" Achilleia taunted, enjoying the view even as she tried to kill him. "I only offer the bliss of death! One red kiss of my blade across your throat, slave, and you; Off!" Done with running, Mark stopped very suddenly and braced himself, hunkering down so that Achilleia plowed into him, completely unprepared. She staggered backward and Mark whirled and grappled onto her, preventing her from using her weapons. The gladiatrix snarled and tried to knee him in the crotch, but he kept his legs judiciously in the way. They tottered and staggered about, vying for control, until they tripped over the Samnite, who was helpless to avoid them. "Oh Fuck!" he wheezed as they landed on him and then rolled off, still tussling. "Welcome to my world, dickface!" Mark shouted back at him, still wrestling with Achilleia, who meant to murder him repeatedly. Out of desperation, and with the effects of the tab still coursing through his blood, he picked her up bodily and threw her to the ground, her sword clattering away. He dropped to his knees instantly, smacking her in the face with his scrotum. "Teabag!" he shouted before whirling around and grappling onto her, trying to subdue her. He hated the thought of punching a woman, but she was trying to eviscerate him, so an exception might be in order. Achilleia was a veteran of the gladiator pits, however, and not so easily dealt with. She recovered and thrashed around, screeching and trying to claw her foe's eyes out. He swatted the whip from her hands before she could strike him with it. Mark found her increasingly difficult to manage, using his weight on top of her body to keep her in place. That plan went south, however, when she wrapped her legs around his waist and began rocking back and forth, until she was on top. They rolled around in the dust while the crowd went insane. Mark had her arms gripped tightly, out to the sides, which forced her body down closer to his. The wild look in her eyes chilled his blood, and she tried to bite his neck repeatedly, to tear his throat out. He countered frantically by using his head to shove hers away from his tender skin, and the result must have looked ridiculous, the two of them pushing and sparring with their heads. "Gurr, let; me; kill; you!" Achilleia hissed, struggling to maintain her balance over her stronger foe. "I'll make it quick, I promise!" "It'll feel good, I promise!" Mark sneered, butting the side of her head to knock it away. "Why would I make this easy for you?" "Gonna; rip you; a new;” Achilleia strained, pushing down harder. She then paused, her eyes going wide with shock. "What; gods, do you have a hard-on?" Mark used the momentary pause to roll her over, her arms pinned beside her head. Achilleia's eyes were still wide as she goggled up at him. Unfortunately, yes, he was hard again. Either he was developing some sort of danger fetish, or the hormones weren't quite as out of his system as he thought. They struggled and thrashed, with the look of shock on Achilleia's face becoming one of irritation, then a weird determination. She wasn't fighting about so much, and she seemed to be pushing with her hips, almost pumping with them. She glared and bit her lip. The roaring of the crowds was slowly abating as they watched the proceedings on the arena floor. What was happening? Seconds ago, the gladiatrix had been trying to kill the slave, now they were; what were they doing? Mark kept her pinned beneath him, and couldn't help but join her in squirming as they glared into one another's eyes. Achilleia was undulating her hips now, her upper body virtually motionless. Mark grimaced at the feel of the toughened leather around her middle grinding on his hard-on. "Dammit;” Achilleia growled. "Let go of my god-rotting hand so I can move my loincloth!" Mark took a chance and let go of one of her hands. It flashed down and pulled aside the leather garment before taking hold of his hard cock and guiding it to her entrance. Without another thought, Mark pushed down, deep inside her. Achilleia wailed loudly and wrapped her legs around his waist again, pulling him in deeper still. The entire Colosseum throng had gone silent as the spectators stared, stunned by what they were witnessing. All that could be heard, echoing through the giant stadium, was Achilleia's cries of pleasure. Was this really happening? "Achilleia? What the Hell?" the Samnite yelled in outrage, his girlfriend getting fucked by Rome's most hated slave mere feet away from him. "Shut up, Rullus, he's fucking huge!" Achilleia shouted back, pumping her hips wildly against Mark. The gladiator did as he was told and simply sulked, turning his head to look elsewhere. The emperor watched out stonily, not at all impressed with the turn of events his grand spectacle for the people had taken. He'd heard of the blasphemy this upstart slave had committed, and this was supposed to be a damnation of a great sin. Now it was another blasphemy. And where the Hell was Lady Aurora? He napped his fingers and one of his servants leaned in close, to see what his master wanted. "Have them all killed;” growled the emperor, determined to save face somehow. Mark thrust harder and harder, while Achilleia yelped and bucked beneath him, holding onto his back and with her legs still wrapped around his back. Nearby, Rullus was resting his helmeted head on his hand and rapping his fingers against the packed earth, trying to look bored. Not difficult for a man tangled inside a net. "Any time, you two;” he grumbled. "Oh, cram it, Linzer-head," Mark spat. "Say one more thing and I'll fuck her ass next!" "Oh!" Achilleia wailed, grinding and thrusting against Mark desperately. "I'm gonna; I ‘ Then she seized up and pushed up with all her strength, clenching her teeth so hard they might have cracked. As Rome watched on in stunned silence, the gladiatrix shrieked to the gods and came, hard. Mark shuddered and groaned, pumping profuse amounts of cum deep inside her clenching cunt. He thrust madly, emptying himself into her. Finally, they were both spent. Achilleia lay still beneath him, her chest rising and falling, skin glistening with sweat. Mark, exhausted, rested his forehead against her shoulder, too tired to defend himself if she tried to kill him now. Fortunately, his death was the farthest thing from her mind. Seconds of silence passed, before the thousands of spectators in the stands erupted into a wave of cheers and catcalls. Mark smiled and chuckled tiredly. "That can't be good;” he mused. "Nope," she agreed, sighing and biting on a knuckle as the last of the orgasm pulsed through her. "After that, they're certainly going to kill us. All of us. It doesn't matter; I would have died in the arena eventually. At least this way, I died with a cock in me and cumming hard." "Don't be so certain about that;” Mark replied, finally looking up and seeing all the gates opening and dozens of legionaries rushing toward them, spears at the ready. "Ah, I don't like this!" Nanu whined as she shimmied out along one of the corbels that held the vast awning in place. She held on like grim death as she edged forward, a small but sharp knife in one hand. "You can do it, my love," Becky said encouragingly, watching from their original position where they'd fucked the two marines. Both men were still snoozing, but she had tied their hands and feet for extra security. She would have done Nanu's job herself, but she was taller and heavier than the Egyptian girl, who stood a much better chance of succeeding than she did without snapping the braces or corbels. "Look straight ahead and ignore the sounds below." So of course, Nanu looked down. "He's fucking!" she hissed, her eyes narrowing. "He's fucking the gladiatrix that's supposed to be killing him! I may kill him! He doesn't need saving, I do!" "Nanu, focus!" Becky insisted. "Get to your position and await my signal." "Yes, mistress;” sighed the slave-girl sullenly. Once in position, Nanu held on tight, trying not to think about the dizzying heights she was suspended from. Everyone seemed like ants far below her. Except for Bonosus and his whore of a gladiator; she could see them very clearly, to the place where she could make out his throbbing cock as it thrust in and out of her unworthy cunt. He had a lot of explaining to do when this was over. The crowd was watching in stunned silence, unable to believe what they were seeing. But then Becky and Nanu heard the gladiatrix wailing as she came. Bonosus' groans of pleasure burned in Nanu's ears, while Becky just rolled her eyes, sighed and tapped her foot impatiently. Thunderous cheers erupted from the crowd; they'd come for blood and been rewarded with live pornography! Nanu was scowling still, when she noticed the gates opening and legionaries pouring out of them, converging on the five figures in the center of the arena. "Mistress;” Nanu said nervously, her anxiety for Bonosus' well-being overcoming her jealousy. "Now, Nanu!" Becky yelled, making sure her slave could hear her. She was already working frantically to cut through the thick ropes in one of the giant pulleys that moved the Velarium into position. Nanu, meanwhile, was sawing at the edge of the rope that held the corbel she was on in place. She gritted her teeth as she watched the steel knife bite through the thick fiber cable until finally it snapped free. The rope whipped about as it unraveled, causing a cascade of loosening canvas across the broad length of the famed awning. Becky, meanwhile, finished cutting through the rope in the giant pulley she'd selected, dodging hastily as it snapped and flailed about before spinning away. The giant canvas sheets comprising the Velarium buckled and gave way, while the corbels and rope masts retracted rapidly. "Mistress!" Nanu keened, holding on like grim death as the corbel she was on, no longer held in place by the giant ropes, snapped back toward the solid stone walls of the Colosseum. "Jump, Nanu!" Becky called out, standing on the edge of the wall and holding her arms out. "I'll catch you! Trust mistress!" Nanu squeezed her eyes shut and jumped; Becky wheezed as she caught the flying girl, tumbling to the floor with her and holding her tight. Nanu was shivering in her grasp, so Becky just held her for a few seconds and caressed her raven hair. The slave-girl looked up at her savior and nodded, so Becky stood them up, listening to the shrieks of panic as the Velarium floated down relentlessly. "Teamwork, Nanu!" she said excitedly as they stood. "Let's see what happens next!" In the Arena. Mark faced one direction warily, while Rullus and Achilleia stood behind him, squaring off against other legionaries who were closing in. The original gladiator and the retiarius were also conscious and now stood with them, brandishing what weapons they could. Mark felt silly sporting only his cudgel, but it seemed dumb to not let the gladiators have the weapons they were trained with. His cock was still hard, and leaking cum from the tip. He saw Achilleia slowly turning her head to look down at it longingly. "Eyes front, Achilleia!" he snapped, not in the mood to die. She returned to glaring balefully at the encroaching soldiers. There must have been a hundred of the legionaries. That was twenty-to-one odds. He decided to not mention that to his enemies-turned-allies, since he wasn't sure if they understood ratios in any event. If their math was as poor as their hygiene, why bother? "When I thought I'd die in the emperor's sight, this isn't how I pictured it," Rullus growled, brandishing his sword. "I hadn't envisioned dying for that cocksucker at all," Achilleia replied, spitting in contempt at the foes in front of her. "Damned if I'm gonna give him the satisfaction of a clean kill. People will remember this day, to his embarrassment!" The legionaries advanced, the circle tightening. They were protected by their large scutum body shields, and their spears pointed threateningly at the little rebel group. Mark wasn't sure what good he would do here, since he was armed with a club smaller than his dick, and he was the only untrained gladiator. But then he noticed rippling movement above, looked up and grinned. The velarium became dislodged from its moorings and like a vast sail or flag, began floating down over the stadium. People noticed, began screeching in panic, and stampeding. "Right on, Becks;” he said with satisfaction as his day began to look up. The emperor looked up, scowling as he saw the giant canvas sheet descending, fluttering menacingly as it enveloped the upper levels of seating. Panic ensued, with people scampering around pell-mell, trying to escape. "I really hate the gods;” he thought darkly as the canvas touched down around him and everything went to shit. Becky, standing on the edge of the wall and looking down over the chaos and mayhem she had caused, with tens of thousands thrown into panic, cackled gaily and clapped her hands before yanking down her top to expose her tits and holding her arms wide and yelling loudly across her kingdom of madness. "Are you not entertained?" she shouted, reveling in her triumph. God, she'd always wanted to use that line. "C'mon, c'mon, c'mon!" Mark shouted as he and his new allies raced down the hallway, shooing everyone in front of him. "Faster, if you wanna live!" The legionaries had forgotten all about the little group of rebels once the madness ensued, racing toward the emperor to rescue him. Mark used the opportunity to escape, bringing his former foes with him. He wasn't terribly interested in seeing them die, and they might prove very useful in getting out of here in one piece. Rullus had led them through a small, little-known door in the wall of the arena, one used generally only by pit masters to monitor the proceedings. His titan frame barely fit in it, but he led the way dutifully. "Where are we going?" Achillea asked, happy to be escaping, but at least wanting to know what the plan was. She had her whip and her sword in hand again. "The most convenient, flat and open space you know of beneath the Colosseum," Mark replied, hurrying along behind her. "A place almost no one knows about or uses." "One of the old training spaces," grunted Rullus. "It hasn't been used in years. Follow me!" Their course took them deeper beneath the stadium, through winding halls and narrow corridors and staircases. They finally reached a wide chamber, in the middle of which stood Becky, Nanu and Domitia. The former Vestal and the slave-girl seemed stunned to see the small party approaching, and the gladiators gaped as Lady Aurora and her slave ran into one another's arms, kissing deeply and feverishly, speaking in some unknown tongue. "Right!" Mark said, finally disengaging from Becky's tongue as he looked around, eyes flashing with determination. "I know this is going to sound weird, but I need you all to trust me. We're going to get you out of here, as quickly as we can." "How?" asked the Retiarius, looking about warily. "They'll find us eventually!" "I know, and what I'm going to say will sound like magic, but just run with it, okay?" Mark replied, walking over to the Holmes Field Device, which Becky had been kind enough to retrieve. He wasn't sure how, but she was better with this temporal shit than he was. And they trusted one another by now. "This contraption will get us out of here, but it's not big enough for all of us at once. I'm gonna take Lady Aurora and Domitia first, then come back for a few more, then the last load." Rullus nodded: "You spared my life, and I entrust you with it. Achilleia and I will go last, holding the room if the enemy comes." "Oh, Rullus;” Achilleia sighed, looking up at the hulking gladiator, her expression a dreamy one, before she suddenly scowled and smacked him on the back of his helmeted head. "You romantic asshole." Mark left them to argue while he hustled Becky and Domitia onto the platform, which was already switched on, lights and readings blinking around the surface. Becky swatted Domitia's hand as she tried to touch a dial. "You know where we're going?" he asked, hoping she had a better handle on this than he did. She nodded, smiling. "Leave it to me, Mark. I think you'll like this solution;” The climate was certainly a change from that of Rome, but it was also a pleasant experience in its own right. The city around them, built of red brick, sandy-colored stone, and studded with stately palm trees, reminded Mark of eastern cities in every movie he'd ever seen. Beyond the walls stretched endless expanses of desert, in which the city stood as a shining jewel in a vast sea of scorching sand. He didn't know why Becky knew to park the machine where she did, but he also knew she had figured out how to use his Holmes Field Device on her own, so he wasn't questioning it. Safe from prying eyes, and after two more trips back to the Colosseum to gather the other rebels, Mark now found himself in an ancient temple in the shape of a ziggurat, with priestesses standing in front of them and bowing. Unlike the Vestals, the white garments of these priestesses were delightfully spare, exposing more than it covered. "Lady Aurora Horatia," one of them said humbly. "Your timing is fortuitous, and we gladly accept your offer. Domitia will be given a new life as a priestess of Nanaya, or as she is known in your tongue, Suadela." The priestesses all walked up to Domitia and kissed her, welcoming her into their sisterhood. The former Vestal shed tears, not in sorrow, but because she had a new beginning. Nanaya, as the goddess was known in this far-flung province, was an ancient Sumerian goddess of sensuality and lust. When the Romans had conquered the land, they readily identified her with Suadela, to keep the peace. The priestess smiled at Mark and Becky again. "And for your generous donation of gold, we will take on your four friends here, to guard our temple, as the garrison makes no effort to do so. They are now, in their own way, lifelong servants and devotees of the goddess." The four gladiators beamed proudly. Since serving Nanaya, even as guardians of her temple, meant food, lodging and getting laid by her harlot-priestesses, they were more than amenable to the idea. "Lady Aurora," Domitia intoned, taking Becky's hands in hers and smiling slyly. "Will you consent to Bonosus and yourself being the first to receive my blessings as a priestess of Nanaya?" "I wouldn't have it any other way, my dear;” Becky purred, pulling Domitia into her arms and kissing her deeply. A small villa in Roman Italy; Mark sipped wine from a goblet while Becky lay nearby on a couch, wearing nothing while Nanu sat on a small stool and massaged her feet. The sultry afternoon suited everyone, and they were finally at peace. "Helluva trip, Becks," Mark mused, draining his glass and then pouring more for himself. "You've gotten really good with the Holmes Field Device now. I seriously thought it was me who left the adrenalin tab for my discovery under the Colosseum, but it was actually you." "Sorry to scare you there," Becky sighed, as Nanu worked on her toes individually, sometimes even kissing them as she rubbed oil into them. "I found them in our tab supply, and thought it was our best bet. I just jumped behind a few hours when no one was around and stashed them in that cell for you." "So it wasn't even me coming back from the future to save myself," Mark chuckled. "Here I was so confident that I'd lived, that I couldn't be killed because future-self was looking out for me, but no, it was current you. So I could've been killed at any point, even if time lock kept me from killing anyone else." "It was a little bit messy, but you did survive, and that's what counts." Becky pointed out, caressing one of her tits lazily while enjoying Nanu's exquisite touch. "So what're we gonna do with her?" Mark asked, referencing the Egyptian slave-girl. Nanu had gotten used to her mistress and her manservant speaking in this weird, harsh language, and thought nothing of it anymore; when they needed her, they spoke Latin or her own tongue to her. Becky sighed contentedly and puddled further into the couch. Nanu's foot massages were utter bliss. "I was considering letting her stay here, and simply look after this little villa I bought for me. Whenever we visited, we'd just come back as close to the time we left as possible, but I have no idea if we could guarantee time snarls not getting in the way. So I'm bringing her home with me." Mark raised an eyebrow. "That a good idea? Or even possible?" Becky shrugged. "If she can't be brought with us, the Holmes Field Device won't work, right? So we care for her here. If it does allow it, I'll keep her with me in my house and teach her about her new world. I'll just say she's a foreign student bunking with me." "Literally, I might add." Mark quipped, holding up his goblet and winking. "Oh, you," Becky giggled while Nanu shed her clothes and crawled over Becky, straddling her hips and beginning to squirm their pussies together slowly. "I don't think she's gonna give up on the notion of being my slave-girl any time soon; it seems to make her feel safe. If she asks about you as a slave, I'll say I freed you." "Well, I was pretty enslaved to you for a while there," Mark chuckled. "Funny, I remember being so in love with you while those tabs were in effect, and I remember it fondly. But at this point, I'm just back to feeling like you're my dear friend, and I love you, just not in love any more, ya' know?" Becky sighed and nodded as she placed her hands gently on Nanu's tits and caressed them while undulating beneath the slave-girl. "I know what you mean. Talk about exhilarating, right? We should do that again at some point, just for funsies." "I'm in," Mark agreed, as his cock hardened from watching the two girls make love. He put down his wine, stood up and moved in behind them, kneeling at the bottom of the couch and sinking his cock deep inside Becky, making her moan as he started to slide in and out of her. "And what about our other acquisitions?" he asked, caressing and squeezing Nanu's ass while he fucked his Physics teacher. "Uh, the clothes we'll keep at my place, for future use," she breathed, loving the feel of Nanu's moist cunt on hers while Mark fucked deeply. She felt Nanu shiver and gasp as Mark pulled out of her and pushed into the slave-girl. "And I bought those big amphorae of Falernian wine, there's twenty-six liters in each. We'll bury them where we know nature has never been disturbed back in our time, and then retrieve them. Voila, Roman wine for dinner every night." "I'm gonna have fun explaining that to my parents;” Mark chuckled as he slid back into Becky, making her cry out. Dinner with Family. Dhallyla stared at the liquid in her glass in wonder while her family sat at the table for dinner. It was quite unlike anything she'd ever tasted before. "Mark, what; what did you say this was called again?" she asked. He shrugged as he ate. "It's a Roman-style wine, called Falernian. Lots of people are recreating ancient alcohol recipes now, so I thought we'd give this a shot. Pretty nice, hmm?" "Very strong," his sister Roxy rasped as she put down her wine glass and made a bit of a face. "Very, very strong." "That's why the Romans and Greeks mixed their wine with water," he chuckled. "Some Roman talked about not being able to bring an open flame near wine because it could catch fire. So I mixed it with water, like the instructions said. Sorry if it's still strong." "Where did you get this again?" his father asked. "Ren Faire," he said easily. "All sorts of brewers and people showing off their wine and beer skills these days at them, so I thought I'd give it a shot, ya' know? Bought a couple of bottles." "It's certainly different, but I can grow to like it," his mother mused. "Make sure you get more before we run out." "I can do that," Mark replied cheerfully. Later that night, he was sitting at his desk in his room, surfing for eras to visit during their next adventure, when the door to his room clicked shut. He turned his head to see his sister leaning back against the door, looking at him pointedly. "Something I can do for you, Rox?" he asked plainly, keeping his eyes on his research. "Now that you mention it, yeah," she said, folding her arms and wearing that insufferable smirk of hers. She never stopped reminding him who the elder sibling was. "So I did some looking around online, and there hasn't been a Ren Faire within five hundred miles of us in the last six months." Mark paused in his surfing and slowly turned to look at his sister. "So," she said, walking slowly toward him. "I figure it's about time you told me what the Hell is really going on;” Loose ends, scores to settle, a moral quandaries abound! It's Your Own Fault You Snooped! Mark didn't speak for several seconds, trying his best to not gape at Roxy. She'd always been somewhat suspicious of him when he did just about anything, but the fact that she'd done actual research this time was something new. She had played her hand, and he was cornered. But still, he found himself not sure what to say. "Well, c'mon, you little trouser snake," moving away from the door and sauntering toward him. She could tell she'd caught him dead to rights about something, but now she needed to find out what it was. "Ya' might as well 'fess up, because I somehow doubt you want mom and dad to know what you're up to." The mere thought brought a shiver to Mark and left a cold sweat on his brow. He swallowed, trying not to panic. Roxy had less mercy in a sibling confrontation than Mike Tyson had in the ring. He thought of the number of times she'd beaten his ass for tattling on her when they were younger, and how she'd always get some brutal form of revenge he was unlikely to forget. And he dreaded the thought of how she could screw this up for him. "I'm almost not wanting to find out, at least for a while, because watching your mind flop around in panic is kinda fun," she said, smirking as she stopped in front of him and leaned forward. "But I need to make a decision about whether the 'rents oughta know, so let's speed this up, okay?" She then turned and sat on the edge of his bed, leaning back on her hands, one leg crossed over the other as she looked at him pointedly. "Spill it, little brother." His mind raced. What could he tell her? She'd caught him in a flat-out lie that he had acquired his Falernian wine from a Ren Faire, and had no doubt pieced together that his other recent exotic acquisitions were likewise not from where he'd claimed. So what were her suspicions? She no doubt was assuming, quite reasonably, that he was involved in some illicit activity that

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Do the many clinical trials into high-dose vitamin C prove it can actually treat the common cold and cancer, rather than just boost the immune system? Why is there ongoing scepticism? Why are multifactorial chronic diseases so hard to study in clinical trials? What is the right dosage to get the best results from vitamin C?In this episode we have the often misunderstood topic of Vitamin C as an antioxidant to get clear on, particular the high-dose approach and particularly delivered intravenously. Despite a very clear consensus that Vitamin C is a great booster to immune function, research that shows that it helps fight the common cold or flu have been dismissed by doctors and medical researchers; as well as claims that higher doses can increase its efficacy. Other claims that Vitamin C can help fight cardio-vascular disease and even cancer have been with even greater scepticism. So what exactly can vitamin C do to assist our immune function to fight disease, and why is there so much confusion about the answer given the high quantity of clinical trials data?Fortunately today's guest has exactly the right skill set and research knowledge to separate the science from the here-say, medical doctor and orthomolecular medicine researcher, Dr. Richard Z Cheng. Dr. Cheng has a PhD in biochemistry and molecular biology; he's served as a doctor in the US military; he has consulted for the National Cancer Institute, and presented at the National Institute of Health (NIH); he has conducted clinical trials; He is the editor in Chief of the Orthmolecular Medicine New Service; He is also a fellow of the American Academy of Anti- Aging medicine; and has run anti-aging and regenerative medicine clinics in both China and the US for over 20 years.What we discuss:00:00 Intro05:15 Most animals produce Vitamin C in the body, but not primates.06:00 Oxidation & Redox: Giving or receiving an electron.11:00 After reducing oxidation the body recycles it back into vitamin C.14:00 Teamwork: sharing electrons between nutrients and vitamins.18:20 Conventional consensus: good for prevention but not treatment.21:00 Over 80K papers on Vit C on Pub Med!21:30 Linus Pauling Intravenous Vitamin C for cancer and heart disease.27:00 Shortening of common cold and lowering of symptoms - Harri Hemila.29:00 Low dose studies dilute the data on the efficacy of the high dose studies.31:00 Intravenous treatment allows much higher doses safely.33:00 Differences in absorption between IV and oral application.35:20 Pro-oxidant effect only possible at IV high dose.36:30 IV clinical trials.39:20 Cytokine storm cascades in acute respiratory distress.44:00 High Dose IV Vitamin C saved lives in China during Covid 19.50:00 Attacks following Richard's NIH presentation on Vitamin C during covid.57:00 Cardio vascular disease - Vit. C research history.01:01:00 Collagen Synthesis for vascular walls & Vitamin C deficiency.01:07:20 Is the taboo for life style medicine lifting?01:09:30 Issues of gold standard RCT trials not working for multifactorial integrative interventions.01:16:00 Recommendations for preventative use of Vitamin C for listeners. References:E Cameron & Linus Pauling - 'Supplemental ascorbate in the supportive treatment of cancer: Prolongation of survival times in terminal human cancer', 1976E.T. Creagan, 'Failure of high-dose vitamin C (ascorbic acid) therapy to benefit patients with advanced cancer', 1979Harri Hemilä - over 200 meta-analyses and clinical trialsPing Chen et al. 'Pharmacokinetic Evaluation of Intravenous Vitamin C'Richard Z Cheng, ‘Can early and high intravenous dose of vitamin C prevent and treat coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)?'KU Cancer Center researchers announce study of high-dose intravenous vitamin C to treat muscle-invasive bladder cancer, 2024National Cancer Institute overview of IV Vitamin C cancer research.

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Don't miss this special edition episode of the Sargent On Track Podcast for an opportunity to win double or triple the profit-sharing bonus! Text your guess to the Sargent texting platform by Tuesday, November 18th, at midnight!If you liked this week's episode and are interested in becoming an Employee-Owner at Sargent, please visit our careers page on the Sargent website. https://sargent.us/apply/If you have an episode suggestion, please send your idea to:sbennage@sargent.us

We finish up our sixth week of our 7-week series of quotes based on themes from my book, "Senior Salute," with five more quotes on the theme of "Teamwork."No matter what you do or where you go in life after your experience in sports, chances are that you will always be part of some kind of team. The concepts of a team will be involved in so many different aspects of your life - work, sports, clubs, church, families - to name a few. The camaraderie of a team will be something you will continue to experience long after you are done playing sports. You will always be part of groups that are bigger than just yourself. While individual success and accolades are fun and exciting, there is nothing quite like being part of a successful team. Enjoy all of the team experiences you are fortunate enough to be a part of now and in your future. I wrote "Senior Salute" as a follow-up to my most popular book ever, "Inspiration for the Graduate." Both are gift books for coaches or parents to give to their senior athletes. "Inspiration for the Graduate" makes for a great graduation gift, and "Senior Salute" is a great gift to give on Senior Night or at the End-of-Season Banquet. Each book is filled with quotes based on various Team Themes that, hopefully, the coaches have talked with and worked on with their teams at some point in the season.Also, please consider becoming a supporter of the show. You can donate to the show by clicking on the link below. Thanks so much for your support!Support the showFor more information to help you on your road to becoming your best, check us out at SlamDunkSuccess.com or email me at scott@slamdunksuccess.com.As always, our background music is "Dance in the Sun" by Krisztian Vass.

In this episode of The Jimmy Rex Show, Jimmy sits down with one of college basketball's true legends — Coach Jim Harrick, the mastermind behind UCLA's 1995 national championship team. With a career spanning over two decades, Harrick reflects on his incredible journey through high school gyms, Pepperdine, UCLA, and beyond, sharing insights into leadership, recruiting, and the timeless lessons he learned from his mentor, the great John Wooden.Coach Harrick opens up about the values that guided his teams — teamwork, discipline, and faith — and why the “John Wooden system” remains one of the most brilliant frameworks in sports. From stories about the O'Bannon brothers and Tyus Edney's famous full-court game-winner to his thoughts on the NIL era and the collapse of the Pac-12, this conversation is a masterclass in coaching wisdom and integrity. Whether you're a basketball fan, leader, or student of greatness, this episode will leave you inspired by one of the game's most respected minds.00:00 Introduction01:20 Jimmy's dad, faith, and UCLA memories02:45 Coaching path: Morningside → Pepperdine → UCLA → NBA05:30 Building the L.A. recruiting pipeline & keeping local talent07:05 John Wooden's system: teaching, defense & “share the sugar”10:20 Motivation, discipline, and practice planning13:55 Recruiting stories (Lamar Odom), camps & networking17:10 Modern game: NIL, transfer portal & Pac-12 thoughts22:50 Life after coaching: family, faith & grandkids30:50 Tyus Edney's 4.8-second play, legacy34:35 Outro

Are you struggling to get your team focused and aligned, but are left wondering why the results aren't what they should be? In this episode, we delve into how simply being fully present as a leader can transform your team, decision-making, and business outcomes. You'll learn why presence is the secret weapon behind high-performing teams; how your mindset as a leader shapes focus, collaboration, and results; and simple strategies to show up fully without burning out. If you're looking for a leadership approach that drives clarity, accountability, and measurable growth, this episode is your roadmap. Profit by Design is a Tap the Potential production. Show Highlights:Dr. Sabrina's eye-opening realizations about mindset and being fully presentFear causes us to operate with a scarcity mindset.We MUST celebrate our wins and successes!Tuning into what I need right now and learning to be my biggest advocateIntentionality in being fully present daily, with yourself and othersChasing peace instead of the next goalWhat are we modeling for our children?Being fully present to get results from your team membersChasing goals vs. enjoying and savoring what has been accomplished (Setting aside time for rest is essential!)Do you need a constant reminder to be fully present? DM Dr. Sabrina on social media and ask for your “Work supports life, not the other way around” stickers. The power of being fully present begins with managing your time. Find clarity and learn to focus on your $10,000 an hour activities with our free resource, the Chart of $10,000 An Hour Activities.Dr. Sabrina's gold nugget about being fully present: “Live with no regrets. Regret-proof your life.”Resources:Ready to take your life back from your business? Want more time for what matters most and more money in your bank account than ever? Book a call with us today! Master your time and profit! Give us 20 minutes of your time, take the Better Business Better Life Assessment, and receive a free paperback copy of my book, The 4 Week Vacation®️.Join the Tap the Potential Community on Mighty Networks: www.tapthepotential.com/group. Mentioned in this episode:Jumpstart Your Business!Spending too much time working and not paying yourself enough? In 30 days, you could reclaim 10 hours a week and finally enjoy weekends — while your business runs well without you. Click here to join us for the final Better Business Better Life Jumpstart of the year happening Dec. 3 and 4th. https://www.tapthepotential.com/jumpstart

DFS Army's lead NFL Analyst Kevin "Geek" Alan joins with two-time millionaire maker winner Bobbywow to take a look at the best plays and strategy for the Thursday Night Football Jets vs Patriots showdown in Week 11 for DraftKings and FanDuel DFS.

Todays episode is on Great Team Work, and I am joined for the discussion by 2 great coaches. The first is Lisa Alexander.Lisa was the coach of the Australian Netball team, known as the Diamonds, from 2011 to 2020. During that time She oversaw gold medal successes at the 2014 Commonwealth Games and 2015 Netball World Cup, as well as silver medals at the 2018 Commonwealth Games and 2019 Netball World Cup. And the second is John Kessel John was the Team Leader for the 2000 USA Olympic Beach Volleyball Teams in Sydney, which brought home one gold medal, and for the 2004 USA Paralympic Women's Sitting Volleyball Team in Athens, which came home with the bronze medal.He is the author of over 12 books, including the IMPACT coaching manual, which is now in its 33rd edition. in 2024, he was inducted into the Volleyball Hall of Fame and today travels around the world talking about coaching, particularly in the youth space.Q: how do you describe great team work?Q: How often do you catch people doing good; versus calling out areas for improvement? If you would like to send us any feedback or if you know a great coach, who has a unique story to share, then we would love to hear from you, please contact us at paul@thegreatcoachespodcast.com or contact us through our website thegreatcoachespodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do your team's decisions ever feel stuck in endless meetings—or worse, made too quickly without the right input? If you've ever wondered how to help your team make better decisions faster without sacrificing buy-in or clarity, this episode is for you. David Dye breaks down the simple decision-making skills that separate chaotic leadership from confident, empowered teams—so you can finally move projects forward with less friction and more trust. You'll discover: How to engage your team in the right way—so decisions get made efficiently and everyone knows their role. The easiest way to clarify ownership and prevent the dreaded “meeting after the meeting.” What to say (and not say) when you need to cascade a decision your team didn't love—without losing credibility. Hit play now to learn how to make better decisions, lead with clarity, and empower your team to take confident action that sticks. 02:00 — Separate the “where” from the “how.” David explains how most teams get bogged down by mixing goal-setting with planning—and how keeping them separate can instantly make better decisions. 06:53 — Who really owns the decision? A practical breakdown of the three ways to make a decision (vote, consensus, or single decision-maker) and how clarifying this upfront saves time and frustration. 11:08 — How to cascade unpopular decisions. Learn the exact language to use when sharing a decision your team disagrees with—so you protect your credibility and keep morale high. Leadership Without Using Your Soul podcast offers insightful discussions on leadership and management, focusing on essential communication skills, productivity, teamwork, delegation, and feedback to help leaders navigate various leadership styles, management styles, conflict resolution, time management, and active listening while addressing challenges like overwhelm, burnout, work-life balance, and problem-solving in both online and in-person teams, all aimed at cultivating human-centered leadership qualities that promote growth and success. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the On Track Podcast, Vice President of HR Amanda Martin is joined by Benefits Manager Renee Kearns-Powell and the Cross Insurance team in the Flywheel Studio to introduce Sargent's new benefits partner and spell out how they'll support employee-owners. They explain who Cross is and when to contact them directly. Give it a listen to learn exactly where to go with benefits questions and how to get the most from your coverage.If you liked this week's episode and are interested in becoming an Employee-Owner at Sargent, please visit our careers page on the Sargent website. https://sargent.us/apply/If you have an episode suggestion, please send your idea to:sbennage@sargent.us

Fluent Fiction - Italian: Yukon Stargazers: A Science Fair of Brilliance and Bonds Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/it/episode/2025-11-13-23-34-02-it Story Transcript:It: Il vento soffiava dolcemente mentre le foglie cadute crepitavano sotto ai passi degli studenti.En: The wind blew gently as the fallen leaves crackled under the students' footsteps.It: La scuola della comunità indigena di Kluane, immersa nel cuore del Yukon, si preparava alla fiera della scienza.En: The school of the comunità indigena of Kluane, nestled in the heart of the Yukon, was preparing for the science fair.It: L'autunno aveva dipinto l'ambiente di caldi toni dorati e il cielo, sebbene coperto di nuvole, prometteva una giornata interessante.En: Autumn had painted the surroundings with warm golden hues, and the sky, though cloud-covered, promised an interesting day.It: Luca camminava accanto a Giovanni e Emma verso la palestra della scuola.En: Luca walked beside Giovanni and Emma towards the school gymnasium.It: I tre amici erano emozionati, ognuno con il proprio progetto.En: The three friends were excited, each with their own project.It: Luca, appassionato di astronomia, aveva deciso di conquistare l'attenzione della fiera parlando delle stelle.En: Luca, passionate about astronomy, had decided to capture the attention of the fair by talking about the stars.It: Giovanni, sempre ambizioso, aveva costruito un modellino di vulcano.En: Giovanni, always ambitious, had built a model volcano.It: Emma, con la sua attenzione per i dettagli, aveva creato un piccolo giardino di piante locali per spiegare la botanica alla loro comunità.En: Emma, with her attention to detail, had created a small garden of local plants to explain botany to their community.It: La palestra era decorata con semplici stand, ciascuno con un progetto unico e creativo.En: The gymnasium was decorated with simple stands, each with a unique and creative project.It: Ma Luca era preoccupato.En: But Luca was worried.It: Le previsioni del tempo promettevano maltempo, minacciando la sua idea di un'osservazione delle stelle all'aperto.En: The weather forecast promised bad weather, threatening his idea of an outdoor stargazing session.It: Inoltre, le risorse erano limitate e il suo telescopio da solo non bastava.En: Furthermore, resources were limited, and his telescope alone was not enough.It: "Non ci lasciamo abbattere, Luca," disse Giovanni, notando l'ansia del suo amico.En: "Let's not get discouraged, Luca," said Giovanni, noticing his friend's anxiety.It: "Possiamo unire i nostri progetti.En: "We can combine our projects.It: Da me, la scienza della Terra; da Emma, la vita vegetale; e da te, il cielo stellato.En: From me, Earth science; from Emma, plant life; and from you, the starry sky.It: Creiamo un'esperienza unica."En: Let's create a unique experience."It: Emma annuì con entusiasmo.En: Emma nodded enthusiastically.It: "Sì, mettiamo insieme le nostre idee.En: "Yes, let's put our ideas together.It: Potremmo mostrare come l'ambiente e l'universo sono collegati.En: We could show how the environment and the universe are connected.It: Inoltre, il mio giardino potrebbe servire da sottofondo naturale al tuo racconto delle stelle."En: Moreover, my garden could serve as a natural backdrop to your storytelling about the stars."It: Luca rifletté e poi sorrise.En: Luca thought for a moment and then smiled.It: "Va bene, facciamo così.En: "Alright, let's do that.It: Ma se vogliamo attirare l'attenzione, dobbiamo fare qualcosa di speciale."En: But if we want to draw attention, we must do something special."It: Finalmente arrivò il momento della presentazione.En: Finally, the moment of the presentation arrived.It: Proprio quando stavano per iniziare, un improvviso blackout oscurò la palestra.En: Just as they were about to begin, a sudden blackout darkened the gym.It: Le luci si spensero e la tensione salì tra i presenti.En: The lights went out and tension rose among those present.It: Luca pensò rapidamente.En: Luca thought quickly.It: Trovò una vecchia lanterna a olio tra gli oggetti di scena e l'accese.En: He found an old oil lantern among the props and lit it.It: La flebile luce della lanterna creò un'atmosfera intima e Luca colse l'opportunità.En: The dim light of the lantern created an intimate atmosphere, and Luca seized the opportunity.It: "Venite tutti fuori," disse.En: "Come outside, everyone," he said.It: Nonostante il freddo pungente, i partecipanti alla fiera seguirono Luca all'aperto, dove il cielo, in quel momento, era fortunatamente sgombro di nuvole.En: Despite the biting cold, the fair participants followed Luca outdoors, where luckily the sky was clear of clouds at that moment.It: Con il telescopio, Luca mostrò le stelle.En: With the telescope, Luca showcased the stars.It: Giovanni spiegò la connessione tra le eruzioni vulcaniche e le variazioni atmosferiche, mentre Emma, con la sua passione per le piante, raccontò di come la flora risponde alla luce lunare.En: Giovanni explained the connection between volcanic eruptions and atmospheric variations, while Emma, with her passion for plants, talked about how flora responds to moonlight.It: La combinazione dei progetti fu un successo.En: The combination of projects was a success.It: Studenti e genitori furono affascinati, e la comunità riscoprì una nuova connessione con il mondo naturale.En: Students and parents were fascinated, and the community rediscovered a new connection with the natural world.It: Alla fine della giornata, Luca guardò i suoi amici.En: At the end of the day, Luca looked at his friends.It: "Abbiamo fatto un buon lavoro," disse, pieno di gratitudine.En: "We did a great job," he said, full of gratitude.It: "Ho imparato che lavorare insieme può rendere qualsiasi idea più grande e più bella."En: "I learned that working together can make any idea bigger and more beautiful."It: Con l'aria frizzante del Yukon attorno a loro e la fiera ormai conclusa, i tre amici tornarono a casa, pronti per nuove avventure scientifiche, sapendo che la loro amicizia e collaborazione erano la stella più luminosa di tutte.En: With the crisp air of the Yukon around them and the fair now concluded, the three friends went home, ready for new scientific adventures, knowing that their friendship and collaboration was the brightest star of all. Vocabulary Words:the wind: il ventothe leaves: le fogliethe footsteps: i passithe community: la comunitàthe heart: il cuorethe autonomy: l'autunnothe sky: il cielothe clouds: le nuvolethe friends: gli amicithe project: il progettothe astronomy: l'astronomiathe gymnasium: la palestrathe resources: le risorsethe telescope: il telescopiothe anxiety: l'ansiathe earth science: la scienza della Terrathe organism: l'organismothe plant life: la vita vegetalethe backdrop: lo sfondothe storytelling: il raccontothe moment: il momentothe blackout: il blackoutthe lantern: la lanternathe props: gli oggetti di scenathe opportunity: l'opportunitàthe atmosphere: l'atmosferathe stars: le stellethe eruptions: le eruzionithe variations: le variazionithe moonlight: la luce lunare

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This week on the Oakley Podcast, host Jeremy Kellett is joined by military veteran and Oakley owner-operator Josh Bailey for a heartfelt Veterans Day discussion. Josh shares his experiences from nearly two decades of military service, including multiple combat deployments, and discusses his transition to trucking and civilian life. The episode delves into the challenges veterans face, the unique camaraderie and pride they carry, and the important role of teamwork and support in both military and trucking careers. Key takeaways include the significance of Veterans Day, the value of veteran support, the enduring pride and resilience of those who have served, and so much more. Key topics in today's conversation include:Today's Episode Honoring the Heroes of our Military for Veterans Day (0:34)Improving Safety Scores and Owner Operator Communication (3:00)Josh Joining The Military and Influences From High School and Family (5:11)First Deployments, Roles in Iraq, and Heroic Medevac Crews (8:02)Teamwork, Camaraderie, and Maintaining Military Connections (12:13)Flying Medevac Missions and the Realities of Combat (15:33)Reflections on Deja Vu Deployments, Unit Culture, and Responsibility (18:30)Lessons Learned From Field Artillery and Infantry Roles (21:34)Transition From Military to Trucking Life and Family Background (24:13)Returning to Civilian Life and the Challenge of Reintegration (27:26)Applying Military Leadership and Attention to Detail in Trucking (30:35)Lifelong Habits, Vigilance, and Veteran Pride (33:33)What Veterans Day Means to A Veteran: Pride and Patriotism (36:43)Honoring All Veterans and the Power of Support (39:07)Closing Gratitude, Final Reflections, and Conclusion (41:18)Oakley Trucking is a family-owned and operated trucking company headquartered in North Little Rock, Arkansas. For more information, check out our show website: podcast.bruceoakley.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Are you leading like a thermometer or a thermostat? If you find yourself reacting to problems instead of setting the tone for your team, you might be acting like a thermometer. But with practice and the right mindset, you can become a thermostatic leader who sets the climate for your whole team or organization. Learn more in this episode with guest Sheri Miller Holt, the author of Thermostatic Leadership: The Quiet Power of Creating Balance and Influence. Drawing on her years of experience in organizational development and leadership training, Sheri unpacks the true meaning of thermostatic leadership, plus shares tips manufacturing leaders can use to balance firmness with compassion, create shared accountability, and build stronger, more empathetic workplaces where people want to do their best. 2:20 - Leaders must decide whether they simply react like a thermometer or adjust and influence like a thermostat. 4:00 - Thermostatic leaders empathize, mobilize, and shift the energy in a room toward positive outcomes 6:50 - Real organizational change begins when leaders change their own behaviors and mindsets 8:30 - Leaders should remove barriers that prevent people from performing at their best 10:50 - The biggest obstacle to better leadership is simplicity — people think it has to be more complex than it really is 11:30 - Knowing your team personally builds trust and motivation 12:40 – Sheri's Dr. GRAK framework focuses on shared results, resources, accountability, and agreed-upon consequences 14:20 - Both leaders and their teams should share outcomes, both good and bad 16:30 - When people understand shared consequences, they self-manage and become more invested in team success 22:40 – Shift your "you" statements to "I" statements to avoid accusations and foster empathy  24:50 - Compassionate leadership doesn't weaken accountability — it deepens it. When people feel cared for, they perform better and take ownership Connect with Sheri Holt Find her on LinkedIn and Facebook Buy her book 

Traveling The Yellow Brick Road of Amputee Life   In this episode, I want to talk about one of the biggest learning curves after limb loss — getting fitted for a prosthesis. Nobody really tells you how challenging this part can be. You think, “Okay, I'll get my prosthetic leg or arm, strap it on, and get back to life.” But if only it were that simple, right? The truth is, it's a process — one that takes time, patience, and a whole lot of communication with your prosthetist. When I first started, I honestly thought it was going to be pretty straightforward. They'd take some measurements, make the socket, I'd try it on, and off I'd go. But wow, did I learn quickly that's not how it works. Every limb is unique. Every body changes — sometimes from morning to night. So that “perfect fit” we all hope for doesn't just happen once and stay that way. It's something that evolves. And that means working with your prosthetist becomes this back-and-forth relationship. There's a lot of give and take involved. They're the experts in design and fit, but you are the expert in how it feels — and that matters just as much. Now, I'll admit — in the beginning, I had my fair share of frustration. When the socket rubbed wrong or my limb was sore, I'd get upset and think, “Why isn't this working?” It was easy to blame the prosthesis or think the prosthetist did something wrong. But with time, I started realizing there was a little user error in there too. Sometimes I wasn't putting it on right. Sometimes I didn't pay attention to small aches that turned into bigger problems. And sometimes… I just didn't know what I didn't know. That's a big part of this journey — learning to take accountability where it's due. Not in a shameful way, but in an empowering way. Once we start owning our part in the process, things really start improving. We ask more questions. We write down what we are feeling. We pay attention to pressure spots and skin changes. And most importantly, we communicate all of that clearly with our prosthetist. Change happens! Teamwork and communication are key!   Because here's the thing — they can't feel what you feel. They can't fix what they don't know about. So, if something doesn't feel right, say it. Speak up. Be honest, even if it feels awkward. That's how you get the best outcome. If you're new to being an amputee, remember this: it's okay to not have it all figured out. You're learning. This whole process — from fitting to comfort to walking confidently again — it's a marathon, not a sprint. You'll get there. Just keep showing up, keep asking questions, and keep working with your prosthetist as a team. Because at the end of the day, this isn't just about a prosthesis fitting right — it's about you finding your rhythm again, your confidence, your life. You are a warrior! It's time to unleash that warrior and gain back your independence. Have a beautiful week ahead, and as always, Be Healthy, Be Happy, Be YOU!!! Much love,

The world record for fastest pit stop—a mere 1.8 seconds—was set by the McLaren F1 Team at the Qatar Grand Prix in 2023. It's an incredible feat of speed and choreography; a pit stop that fast can't happen without a team of people operating at peak human performance. But as Dan Keyworth explains, AI plays a crucial role, too. As the Director of Business Technology at McLaren Racing, Dan is responsible for helping the whole team perform at their best—and that starts with having the right tools. Whether it's the firehose of sensor data coming off a race car, video analysis of the pit crew in action, or marketing analytics for the next Grand Prix, AI helps the McLaren F1 Team make the right decisions—and make them fast.On this episode, Dan talks about the importance of getting simple answers from complex data, how they use Dropbox Dash, and why we shouldn't think of AI as labor replacement so much as laborious replacement.You can learn more about the McLaren F1 Team at mclaren.com/racing/formula-1. And if you haven't already seen it, be sure to watch their world record pit stop at youtube.com/watch?v=tRBOiq-Q6_s. Seriously, it's blink-and-you'll-miss-it fast.~ ~ ~Working Smarter is brought to you by Dropbox Dash—the AI universal search and knowledge management tool from Dropbox. Learn more at workingsmarter.ai/dashYou can listen to more episodes of Working Smarter on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, or wherever you get your podcasts. To read more stories and past interviews, visit workingsmarter.aiThis show would not be possible without the talented team at Cosmic Standard: producer Dominic Girard, sound engineer Aja Simpson, technical director Jacob Winik, and executive producer Eliza Smith. Special thanks to our illustrators Justin Tran and Fanny Luor, marketing consultant Meggan Ellingboe, and editorial support from Catie Keck. Our theme song was composed by Doug Stuart. Working Smarter is hosted by Matthew Braga. Thanks for listening!

No.1 Business Expert NATALIE DAWSON reveals how to build wealth, scale a 9-figure business, lead with confidence, master productivity, and create long-term success.  Natalie Dawson is a leadership expert and co-founder of two 9-figure businesses: Cardon Ventures and 10X Health, she has helped over 15,000 entrepreneurs scale their companies. She is also the author of best-selling books such as, ‘Start the Work: How to Duplicate Yourself and Scale Your Business'.  She explains:  ◼️Why certain traits will guarantee failure in business (and how to fix them) ◼️The exact PPF framework that took her from $30K to $300K ◼️How 1% of people set goals differently, and why it changes everything ◼️The $100K skill stack that schools never teach, but millionaires all master ◼️Why most people think they're working hard…but aren't even close (00:00) Intro   (02:14) Why People Can't Create Wealth   (03:56) Helping Businesses Make Millions   (06:22) What Makes a Business Owner Successful   (12:35) The 3-Step Framework for Goal Setting   (15:13) From Anxious to Badass Entrepreneur   (17:46) Advice for Young People Who Don't Believe in Themselves   (18:53) Do Looks Really Matter in How You Show Up?   (20:46) How Important Is Communication?   (23:57) How the 1% Elite Speak   (25:28) How to Persuade with Your Ideas   (29:22) Avoiding These Words Will Improve Your Communication Skills   (32:40) Mastering Your Calendar   (35:53) Work-Life Balance   (37:46) Working Hard 24/7 and Burnout   (41:27) Do People Really Burn Out?   (43:43) How to Be a Great Parent and Work Hard   (47:47) Success vs. Happiness   (53:18) Individualism Isn't Within Our Nature   (57:36) How to Get People to Respect You   (01:03:04) I Fired Someone at My Company for Cheating   (01:05:40) Ads  (01:06:39) How to Start a Business Today   (01:08:54) Is Market Growth Important When Building a Company?   (01:10:13) The Most Profitable Business in 2026   (01:12:54) The Vision, Commitment, Execution Framework to Scale a Company   (01:26:16) The 10-Step Process to Become a Millionaire   (01:33:14) The Women's Wealth Transfer   (01:40:49) Ads   (01:42:57) What's the Reality About Passive Income?   (01:46:11) What Jobs Won't Be Taken Over by AI?   (01:50:54) The Only Barrier You Have Is Not Believing in Yourself   (01:58:22) How I Earned Respect and Communication Skills   Follow Natalie:  YouTube - https://bit.ly/4qIBvIl  Instagram - https://bit.ly/4hL4ruZ  TikTok - https://bit.ly/49E4R4f  LinkedIn - https://bit.ly/47ENZba  Newsletter - https://bit.ly/47HpES2  Get your free copy of Natalie's bestselling book, ‘TeamWork', here: http://cardoneventures.com/doac   The Diary Of A CEO: ◼️Join DOAC circle here - https://doaccircle.com/  ◼️Buy The Diary Of A CEO book here - https://smarturl.it/DOACbook  ◼️The 1% Diary is back - limited time only: https://bit.ly/3YFbJbt  ◼️The Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards (Second Edition): https://g2ul0.app.link/f31dsUttKKb  ◼️Get email updates - https://bit.ly/diary-of-a-ceo-yt  ◼️Follow Steven - https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb  Sponsors: Vanta - https://vanta.com/steven  Apple:  https://www.apple.com/mac/      Adobe Express - http://ADOBE.LY/STEVEN

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