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How not to forget what actually matters. Soren Gordhamer is the host of Wisdom 2.0, a conference about mindfulness and compassion in the modern age. He's also a Co-Founder and General Partner of Wisdom Ventures, which invests in companies creating a more just and compassionate world. His new book is called THE ESSENTIAL: Discovering What Really Matters in an Age of Distraction.   In this episode we talk about: What Soren means by "the essential" The current and future impact of AI on the economy, our mental health, and society at large  What Soren thinks the world looks like in 5, 10, 15 years from now Useful strategies for managing technology with an iota of balance and wisdom How to get familiar with the unseen stories that run your life—so that they Don't have so much power over you The number one question for our time, per Soren   Whether or not we humans are actually going to do this "essential" work before it's too late Whether the people designing these systems have the best interest of the species at heart Join Dan's online community here Follow Dan on social: Instagram, TikTok Subscribe to our YouTube Channel   Tickets are now on sale for a special live taping of the 10% Happier Podcast with guest Pete Holmes! Join us on November 18th in NYC for this benefit show, with all proceeds supporting the New York Insight Meditation Center. Grab your tickets here!   Tickets are now available for an intimate live event with Dan on November 23rd as part of the Troutbeck Luminary Series. Join the conversation, participate in a guided meditation, and ask your questions during the Q&A. Click here to buy your ticket! To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris Thank you to our sponsors:  AT&T: Staying connected matters. That's why AT&T has connectivity you can depend on, or they will proactively make it right. Visit att.com/guarantee for details. NOCD: Head over to nocd.com and book a free 15‑minute call with their team, to learn more and start getting help with OCD.

The Planetary Society heads to TwitchCon 2025 to explore how scientists and educators use livestreaming to share the excitement of discovery. We begin with Moohoodles, one of Twitch’s pioneering space science streamers and co-host of the live panel “The Planetary Society: Space, Time, and You.” She explains how she built a thriving community around astrobiology and space exploration long before Twitch even had a Science & Technology category. Then we share moments from the panel, featuring a special video message from Bill Nye, CEO of The Planetary Society, and highlights of how livestreaming helps inspire new audiences to look up. At the Science & Technology Meet and Greet, Sharkg33k and Paleontologizing explain how their streams connect life on Earth to exploration beyond our planet. Later, Jack Kiraly, The Planetary Society’s Director of Government Relations, joins the show for a Space Policy Update on Jared Isaacman’s renomination as NASA Administrator, examining what it could mean for the agency’s leadership and direction. The episode wraps up with What’s Up with Bruce Betts, The Planetary Society’s chief scientist, celebrating the third anniversary of the end of the LightSail 2 mission and sharing a new random space fact. Discover more at: https://www.planetary.org/planetary-radio/2025-twitchconSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us a textRecorded live at Cyber Bay 2025 in Tampa Bay, this conversation dives into how educators are preparing students for a rapidly changing tech world.

US Olympic Marathon Trials champion Fiona O'Keeffe joins us at 55:03 to break down her 4th-place finish at the NYC Marathon, how she rebounded from Olympic heartbreak, and what it's like training under Amy and Alistair Cragg. She opens up about her workouts, recovery from injury, and her long-term goals for 2026 and beyond. Before that, we dive into a wild week in track and field: USADA quietly banned Marvin Bracy, the 2022 World 100 m silver medalist, for nearly four years after he provided "substantial assistance" in a federal doping investigation involving the AIU and the DEA. The story first broke through former sprinter Rae Edwards (RaesTake), who claimed Bracy had been serving a secret suspension and said Bracy's then-coach Dennis Mitchell tipped off the authorities after Bracy confided in him about using a PED. The case has sparked major questions about transparency, informants, and how far USADA should go in keeping suspensions hidden. Plus, the IOC bans males from women's sports, Conner and Kylie Mantz headline the Two Cities Marathon, Elise Cranny may be training with Keely Hodgkinson in the UK, and much more.

In this episode, Eric Malzone sits down with Jay Worthy, CEO of MyZone, to dig into how fitness technology can actually keep people coming back instead of collecting dust in a drawer. With over 25 years in the industry, Jay breaks down MyZone's approach to cutting through the noise of endless health data—think MEPs tracking and community-driven motivation rather than just another stream of numbers nobody understands. They get into the real talk about why most wearables fail (spoiler: it's not the tech, it's the lack of support), how behavioral science drives lasting change, and why MyZone's betting on making fitness tracking simpler with their new MyZone Go product that works with devices people already own. The conversation also explores where AI fits into making sense of all that health data without overwhelming users, plus why companies in this space need to stop competing and start collaborating if anyone's serious about getting more people moving. Jay's philosophy boils down to this: motivation beats information every time, and building genuine community connections is what keeps people engaged long after the initial excitement wears off.   LINKS: https://www.sportalliance.com/en/perfect-gym/  https://www.withflex.com/ https://egym.com/int  

Crypto News: SoFi becomes first nationally chartered US bank to launch Bitcoin & crypto trading. Canary Capital XRP ETF could launch Thursday and Bitwise Chainlink ETF gets listed on DTCC. Brought to you by

Brian from Santiment joined me to review the crypto market metrics such as sentiment, onchain data, and more for Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, and ZCash.

Marketers struggle to build effective AI automation stacks that actually drive results. Charlie Grinnell, Co-CEO of RightMetric, explains how external data transforms AI accuracy and marketing strategy. The conversation covers building custom agents for networking automation, developing video analysis tools that map viewer engagement frame-by-frame, and creating visual hooks that compete with brands like MrBeast and Red Bull.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How do you decide between a best-in-class tech stack and an all-in-one platform?I caught up with Bill Fanning, CRO of Stayntouch, and Klaus Kohlmayr, Chief Evangelist at IDeaS Revenue Solutions, to discuss the new NYU SPS Tisch Center of Hospitality Technology Report, where 300+ hoteliers shared how they're making those crucial tech decisions. On hashtag#NoVacancyNews, we look at what's driving those hashtag#hoteltechnology choices, the cultural and operational challenges behind switching systems, and why more hotels than ever plan to replace their tech stack within the next 24 months. Key Insights:

“And we got a new Beatles song. I can't believe we're talking about the Beatles…. But John Lennon recorded a really corrupted vocal before he tragically died, and it was just kind of there because of some stem separation tech that is only possible because of machine learning. They were able to clean up the vocals, fully on board with the John Lennon estate and the remaining Beatles members, and there's a few others, but this is interesting. It's just, it's a new way of engaging with audio that people, fans are showing that they really like.” – Drew ThurlowThis episode's guest is a former professional musician turned music executive and strategist. He served as Senior Vice President of A&R at Sony Music and has held leadership roles at both Pandora and Warner Music. As a graduate of Brown University with a master's in Technology and Leadership, he blends creative insight with business acumen. His writing has appeared in Billboard, and he remains a sought-after voice on the intersection of music, tech, and innovation. His first book, “Machine Music: How AI is Transforming Music's Next Act,” will be published in 2026.His name is Drew Thurlow, and he's also a fellow jury member for the International Sound Awards, which is how we met. As someone on the forefront of music and technology, he has a lot of great advice for sound creatives wanting to make their mark – both now and into the future.As always, if you have questions for my guest, you're welcome to reach out through the links in the show notes. If you have questions for me, visit audiobrandingpodcast.com, where you'll find a lot of ways to get in touch. Plus, subscribing to the newsletter will let you know when the new podcasts are available, along with other interesting bits of audio-related news. And if you're getting some value from listening, the best ways to show your support are to share this podcast with a friend and leave an honest review. Both those things really help, and I'd love to feature your review on future podcasts. You can leave one either in written or in voice format from the podcast's main page. I would so appreciate that.(0:00:00) - Evolution of Music Industry and TasteOur conversation starts off with Drew's early memories of sound and his start as a musician. “I was one of those kids,” he recalls, “who just didn't have idle time without a guitar in my hands, and I didn't think too much about it. I wasn't super self-reflective about it, I just kind of like followed my instincts and continued to do that.” He tells us more about his career journey as a music executive and explains how much the business has changed since he first started out. “There's the whole influencer thing wrapped up in it,” he says, “and the way people, especially Gen Z and younger millennials, fall in love with personalities and artists is different. It's not necessarily bad, it's just different.”(0:12:36) - AI Impact on Music IndustryAs the first half of our discussion wraps up, we turn to the question of whether AI might replace human artists, and Drew offers some surprising statistics. “From our best, really good estimates by places like Deezer and Spotify,” he says, “AI-generated music, even though it's a measurable percentage of all the songs on [digital service providers], is a third of a percent of the royalty pool, and I just want to reiterate that it is a rounding error. Nobody wants this music.” He shares his thoughts on where AI is heading and some of the ways it might help transform the music industry. “On the business side,” he tells us, “there's a lot of evidence that these fans want to engage with music in cool and interesting ways, and these AI tech tools allow them

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Google filed a federal lawsuit against “Lighthouse”, a massive phishing-as-a-service provider, Amazon will crack down on side-loaded piracy apps on Fire TV Sticks, and Sony announced a cheaper PlayStation 5 exclusive to Japan. MP3 Please SUBSCRIBE HERE for free or get DTNS Live ad-free. A special thanks to all our supporters–without you, none of thisContinue reading "Amazon to Clampdown on Illegal Streaming Through Fire TV Sticks – DTH"

In this episode of Mining Minds, we sit down at the Mine Safety & Health Conference with returning guest Diane Watson — a respected safety professional, MSHA veteran, and industry leader dedicated to improving safety culture across mining. Originally featured on Episode #93, Diane returns to share her passion for connecting people, fostering communication, and ensuring the next generation of miners understands the "why" behind safety. From her start as a haul truck operator to her time with MSHA and now as the founder of Silverado Compliance Solutions, Diane talks mentorship, accountability, leadership, and the challenges of evolving safety standards in a fast-changing industry. Catch both of Diane's episodes on all major podcast platforms.   Event Sponsor: Safety First Training and Consulting   Episode Sponsors:  Safety First Training and Consulting JSR Fleet Performance Liebherr Minining   Chapters:    02:24 Reconnecting with Diane Watson: From Episode #93 to Now 06:04 Passing the Torch: Mentorship and Losing Industry Knowledge 08:43 Communication, Culture, and the Importance of "Why" 10:48 Compliance vs. Culture: Turning Rules into Conversations 13:20 From MSHA to Silverado Compliance Solutions 16:27 Teaching Supervisors: The Role of Responsibility and Accountability 19:30 Defining "Agents of the Company" and Ownership in Safety 23:11 Building Relationships with Inspectors and Regulators 34:19 Technology, AI, and the Future of Mine Safety Standards 37:10 The Human Element: Mental Health and Worker Connection 40:42 Big Companies, Bigger Culture — Keeping People First 50:06 Integrity in Consulting and Working with Purpose 53:18 Collaboration, Community, and What Keeps Diane Motivated

From time to time, we'll re-air a previous episode of the show that our newer audience may have missed. During this episode, Santosh is joined by Chris Jamroz, CEO of Roadrunner Freight. In this conversation, Santosh and Chris explore the transformative impact of technology and innovative business models in the less-than-truckload (LTL) freight sector. Chris shares his journey from investment banking to logistics, detailing Roadrunner's significant turnaround. The discussion covers the complexities of the LTL market, the importance of disciplined pricing, and the role of technology in modernizing the industry. Chris emphasizes the need for automation and digitization to enhance efficiency and reduce manual tasks, highlighting the sector's potential for growth and improvement. Don't miss this great conversation. Highlights from their conversation include:Chris's Background and Journey to Roadrunner (1:18)Roadrunner's Comeback Story (2:39)Vision for Roadrunner's Future (4:50)Management Frameworks (6:15)Understanding LTL (9:33)Types of Freight for LTL (12:46)LTL Pricing Complexity (15:02)Carrier Pricing Philosophy (18:13)Current State of the LTL Market (21:34)Freight Brokers and LTL (23:58)Investment in Technology (26:31)Impact of US Elections on Supply Chains (28:40)Overused Business Buzzwords (29:02)Final Thoughts and Takeaways (29:32)Dynamo is a VC firm led by supply chain and mobility specialists that focus on seed-stage, enterprise startups.Find out more at: https://www.dynamo.vc/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, Marcus Aurelius Anderson sits down with Sam Morris, co-founder and CEO of E9 Global and founder of Zen Warrior Training. They discuss resilience, authentic leadership, adaptability in the modern world, and the intersection of technology, philosophy, and personal growth. Key Highlights: [1:14] Sam Morris’s journey from adventure leader to paraplegic and the founding of Zen Warrior Training. [16:35] The importance of adaptability and letting go of static identity in leadership and life. [1:08:00] Sam explains E9 Global’s anti-counterfeit technology and the value of data sovereignty. [1:17:00] Lessons in team building, self-awareness, and the role of humility in leadership. Sam Morris is the co-founder and CEO of E9 Global, a MarTech company focused on data sovereignty and brand protection. After a life-changing accident left him paralyzed, Sam founded Zen Warrior Training, inspiring thousands to transcend limitations through resilience and authentic leadership. He is a sought-after speaker and coach, known for his unique perspective on adaptability, mindfulness, and organizational leadership. Learn more about the gift of Adversity and my mission to help my fellow humans create a better world by heading to www.marcusaureliusanderson.com. There you can take action by joining my ANV inner circle to get exclusive content and information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Charlie Cummings, Managing Principal at Innovate Commercial Real Estate, explores owner-operator strategies, lease-to-own paths, and Denver CRE trends.The Crexi Podcast connects CRE professionals with industry insights built for smart decision-making. In each episode, we explore the latest trends, innovations and opportunities shaping commercial real estate, because we believe knowledge should move at the speed of ambition and every conversation should empower professionals to act with greater clarity and confidence.  In this episode of the Crexi Podcast, host Shanti Ryle sits down with Charlie to discuss his journey from aviation consultant to commercial real estate, his commitment to helping small business owners and investors, and the importance of integrity and community involvement in the industry. The conversation also covers trends in the Denver real estate market, the strengthening position of the owner-operator, and the use of AI tools in commercial real estate. Charlie emphasizes the value of relationships, transparency, and providing exceptional service in building long-term success.Meet Charlie Cummings: From Aviation to Real EstateCharlie's Journey into Commercial Real EstateEarly Challenges and Success StoriesThe Importance of Integrity in Real EstateCommunity Involvement: TEDx and ToastmastersOwner Operators vs. Other InvestorsThe Shift from Renting to OwningGenerational Shifts in BrokerageThe Importance of Service and User ExperienceNext Generation Investors and Business OwnersDenver's Unique Market DynamicsLeveraging AI and Technology in Real EstateBuilding Relationships and Adding ValueCollaborative Masterminds and MentorshipFinal Thoughts and Contact Information About Charlie Cummings:Charlie Cummings is the Founder and Managing Broker of Innovate Commercial Real Estate, a Colorado-based brokerage known for helping business owners and investors turn vision into long-term success.Before launching Innovate CRE, he spent six years with KW Commercial where he developed deep expertise in brokerage, advisory, and client service, working across a broad range of asset types. The majority of his business originated from referral partners—a testament to his client-first approach and commitment to long-term relationships over transaction volume.Prior to entering commercial real estate, Charlie worked as an aviation consultant for several firms, serving public-sector airport clients across the United States. His transition into real estate was driven by a passion for entrepreneurship and a desire to help other founders and business owners build their own legacy and understand their why.With nearly a decade of real estate experience and over $80 million in closed transactions, Charlie specializes in owner-occupier and investment services. Under his leadership, Innovate CRE has become a trusted local partner for businesses seeking to align their real estate with performance, expansion, and legacy-building goals. He is now focused on growing his personal brand, not just to build awareness for business, but to amplify the stories and success of his clients. Dedicated to community impact, Charlie has been involved with the following organizations in Colorado: CACEN (Colorado Asian Culture and Education Network), 5280 Toastmasters, Hope Communities, Mission Animal Hospital, SCORE, TEDx Mile High, Junior Achievement, and Project Angel Heart.Outside of work, Charlie enjoys time with his wife Andrea, daughter Sofia, and their dog Noah—embracing community in every part of life. He's passionate about cooking, the outdoors, travel, and continuous learning. For show notes, past guests, and more CRE content, please check out Crexi's blog.Looking to stay ahead in commercial real estate? Visit Crexi to explore properties, analyze markets, and connect with opportunities nationwide. Follow Crexi:https://www.crexi.com/​ https://www.crexi.com/instagram​ https://www.crexi.com/facebook​ https://www.crexi.com/twitter​ https://www.crexi.com/linkedin​ https://www.youtube.com/crexi

By J. Overton Elaine Helm joins the program to reflect on the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, and her time as a journalist embedded with the U.S. military during their response and recovery operations in New Orleans and Houston. Elaine Helm is a communications professional and former journalist who lives and works in the Seattle … Continue reading Sea Control 587: 20 Years After the Military Response to Hurricane Katrina →

In this powerful Remembrance Day episode, Kelly Kennedy reflects on the legacy of his grandfather, a man shaped by courage, humility, and service, and explores the timeless truths that still define human connection today. Through the lens of personal history and Dale Carnegie's century-old wisdom, Kelly reminds us that while our tools have evolved from typewriters to smartphones, from face-to-face meetings to AI, the fundamentals of who we are have not. Our desire for understanding, empathy, belonging, and trust remains unchanged, and those who remember how to connect on a deeply human level will always lead the way.This episode bridges the past and present, showing that in business and life, success is never about the newest technology, it's about mastering the oldest skill in the world: authentic human connection. Drawing from history, psychology, and lived experience, Kelly offers timeless lessons that prove our humanity isn't a weakness in the digital age, it's our greatest advantage.Key Takeaways: 1. The tools we use will always evolve, but the fundamentals of human connection never change.2. Technology can enhance communication, but it can't replace genuine empathy or trust.3. Authentic relationships are built on listening, understanding, and caring — not automation.4. Success in business still comes down to people choosing people they like and believe in.5. The wisdom of the past remains relevant because human nature hasn't changed.6. Dale Carnegie's teachings on kindness, respect, and curiosity are more powerful now than ever.7. Human connection is the greatest differentiator in a world filled with noise and competition.8. To move forward, we must remember and honor the lessons that brought us here.9. Leadership is not about control or efficiency, it's about humanity and connection.10. In every era — past, present, or future — our greatest advantage will always be being human.If you listen to The Business Development Podcast, you belong in The Catalyst Club.

Chris Spencer is a tech entrepreneur and founder of TeamQ, who today is using his decade playing in the NFL as a foundation for helping athletes across the country maximize their potential on the field and in life. In this episode, Spencer and Anne Hancock Toomey discuss his background growing up in Bentonia, Mississippi, transitioning from farm life to football. He wasn't just a football player, though. Spencer had an impressive career at Ole Miss and, following a conversation with Archie Manning, entered the draft...where he was picked in the first round (unheard of for a center) and ended up snapping the ball on the play that instantly became known as BeastQuake. Here, Spencer shares insights into his dyslexia diagnosis and how football became both a crutch and a tool for his personal development. He digs into the lessons he learned and the needs he observed while playing that led him to his post-NFL career founding TeamQ, a performance intelligence platform aimed at empowering athletes beyond the game. The conversation covers Spencer's leadership philosophies, the importance of relationships, and AI. Plus, the joy of driving tractors on the farm. 2:02 Early Life and Family 7:33 College Football Journey 13:32 Realizing NFL Potential 17:30 NFL Career Highlights 19:35 Leadership On and Off the Field 20:53 Transitioning from NFL to Life After 25:07 From Physiology to Technology 35:07 Balancing Family and Entrepreneurship 38:06 Leadership Insights 39:40 Lightning Round Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If your product strategy stops at the download, you're leaving impact—and revenue—on the table. In this conversation, I sit down with Ghazenfer Mansoor, CEO & founder of Technology Rivers, to talk about building software that actually gets used, loved, and shared. Ghazenfer has been in mobile since the pre-iPhone days and has led the build of nearly 60 apps, primarily in healthcare. We explore ideas from his forthcoming book, Beyond the Download, including why retention beats acquisition, when a mobile app truly makes sense (and when a web experience is smarter), and how AI-driven, proprietary workflows can become a company's real moat. We also step into leadership, including what it takes to fix “broken” projects, the values that guide his global remote team (transparency, fairness, and getting things done), and why peer networks and coaching matter for founders. It's a practical, fast-moving chat for leaders who want their technology to create efficiency, differentiation, and long-term value. Here are some highlights: -Retention over acquisition: Ghazenfer shares practical ways to design for daily use and bring people back because downloads without engagement aren't success. -“Do you really need an app?”: We unpack decision criteria for native vs. web, and why solving a real, repeat problem is the first gate before writing any code. -Workflow is the moat: How codifying proprietary processes, especially in healthcare and HIPAA-sensitive environments, creates efficiency, margin, and higher valuations. -Fixing broken projects: Common failure patterns (from feature chasing to UX missteps) and how to course-correct so you “build it right the first time.” -Leading a global team: The operating system behind Technology Rivers; clear KPIs, remote-first communication, fairness, and a growing commitment to women in tech. Plus the role of EO/Vistage-style peer groups and coaching for tough decisions. About the guest:  Ghazenfer Mansoor is the founder and CEO of Technology Rivers, a Washington, D.C.–area software firm specializing in HIPAA-compliant healthcare SaaS and mobile apps. A mobile veteran since the pre-iPhone era, he has led the build of 59+ apps and numerous AI-powered workflow platforms that help service businesses scale, boost margins, and increase valuation. Known for “building it right the first time,” Ghazenfer is frequently tapped to rescue broken software projects. He's the author of the forthcoming book Beyond the Download: How to Build Mobile Apps That People Love, Use, and Share Every Day and host of the podcast Lessons from the Leap. Active in EO and other CEO peer groups, he leads a global, values-driven team grounded in transparency, fairness, and getting things done. Connect with Ghazenfer: Website: https://technologyrivers.com/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gmansoor/  Connect with Allison: Feedspot has named Disruptive CEO Nation as one of the Top 25 CEO Podcasts on the web, and it is ranked the number 6 CEO podcast to listen to in 2025! https://podcasts.feedspot.com/ceo_podcasts/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisonsummerschicago/  Website: https://www.disruptiveceonation.com/   #CEO #leadership #startup #founder #business #businesspodcast  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey CX Nation,In this week's CXWeekly Update episode I walk through some ideas, goals & CTAs that me & the team at CXC have been focused on.Full candor, we're in a full blown sales sprint to the end of the year to close 2025 with a bang & tee up the best year yet in 2026.We're also working on a ton of new customer focused business content -- including my 2nd book "Make Happiness A Habit" that we are launching in the New Year. Don't worry we have a ton of amazing guest interviews coming down the pipeline over the next couple of weeks.Part of our goal at CXC is to create some of the best customer focused business leader content, including short episodes like these CXWeekly updates that are digestible, actionable & most importantly entertaining for all of you.Huge thanks for all of you who helped to celebrate our 5 year anniversary of building CXChronicles, it's been a hell of a journey. Approaching 300+ episodes of customer focused business contentWorked with 150+ companies across the world helping make customer & employee happiness a habitPartnered with biggest players in software & technology including Salesforce, Hubspot, Intercom, Zendesk, & Freshworks.Launched CXC Healthzone Intelligence Platform, go see how your company's CX stacks up the rest. If you enjoy The CXChronicles Podcast, stop by your favorite podcast player and leave us a review today.You know what would be even better?Go tell one of your friends or teammates about CXC's content, CX/CS/RevOps services, our customer & employee focused community & invite them to join the CX Nation!For you non-readers, go check out the CXChronicles Youtube channel to see our customer & employee focused video content & short-reel CTAs to improve your CX/CS/RevOps performance today (politely go smash that subscribe button).Contact us anytime to learn more about CXC at INFO@cxchronicles.com and ask us about how we can help your business & team make customer happiness a habit now!Reach Out To CXC Today!Support the showContact CXChronicles Today Tweet us @cxchronicles Check out our Instagram @cxchronicles Click here to checkout the CXC website Email us at info@cxchronicles.com Remember To Make Happiness A Habit!!

In Object-Based Learning: Exploring Museums and Collections in Education (UCL Press, 2025), Thomas Kador provides a concise overview of some of the most important approaches to material culture and object analysis in plain and easily understandable language that is equally accessible to undergraduate and postgraduate students as well as lecturers. Click here for an open access version of this book. This book is organised in a clear and easy-to-follow way, each chapter is filled with practical case studies, exercises and several diagrams to illustrate important arguments and approaches. The succinct and practically focused discussion of the main issues relating to exhibiting objects and curatorial practice, brings together diverse but complementary topics such as the history of collecting, understanding audiences, accessibility, digital media, technologies and ethics. Each chapter includes learning objectives, questions and exercise boxes, case studies and further readings and resources. This conversation references Bridget Whearty's New Books Network interview about Digital Codicology; click here to listen. Thomas Kador also mentions the website Closer to Van Eyck, available here. Thomas Kador is Associate Professor in Creative Health at UCL Arts & Sciences, where he leads the Masters (MASc) in Creative Health programme. Prior to this, he was Teaching Fellow in Public and Cultural Engagement with UCL's Museums and Collections, with a particular focus on Object-based Learning (OBL), working across the UCL collections. With a background spanning chemical engineering and cultural heritage (archaeology and museums), Thomas is particularly interested in the relationship between culture, nature and health. He has published widely on object-based learning, student wellbeing and experiential learning spaces, has been instrumental in delivering UCL's Object-based Learning Laboratory and in developing the world's first MASc in Creative Health postgraduate taught programme. Jen Hoyer is Technical Services and Electronic Resources Librarian at CUNY New York City College of Technology. She is co-author of What Primary Sources Teach: Lessons for Every Classroom (2022) and The Social Movement Archive (2021), and co-editor of Armed By Design: Posters and Publications of Cuba's Organization of Solidarity of the Peoples of Africa, Asia, and Latin America (2025). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Listen to this episode before you begin holiday shopping or selling!Today I'm sharing a conversation I had with Rachel Duncan for the Money Healing Club Podcast where we go deeeeeep into how social media impacts our spending habits and finances.We talk about budgets, boundaries, and screentime. Then we explore why restriction isn't necessarily the answer to addiction — and why rebellion and pleasure may be better antidotes for feeling too online.We also explore the core concepts of my book, including: what's wrong with the attention economy, the negative impacts of extractive algorithms, and my 5 principles for gardening your attention.➡

Nov. 12, 2025- We check in on the state's efforts to spur innovation and promote startups with Ben Verschueren, executive director of Empire State Development's Division of Science, Technology, and Innovation.

Marketers struggle to build effective AI automation stacks that actually drive results. Charlie Grinnell, Co-CEO of RightMetric, explains how external data transforms AI accuracy and marketing strategy. The conversation covers building custom agents for networking automation, developing video analysis tools that map viewer engagement frame-by-frame, and creating visual hooks that compete with brands like MrBeast and Red Bull.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dr. Tressie McMillan Cottom – MacArthur Genius award winner and brilliant chronicler of our times – unmasks the American stories that got us to this place—and explains, with amazing precision and clarity, how we can imagine our way out.  We discuss:  - How the MAGA story broke through and became the winning story; - How money hijacked democracy;  - The little-known history of the Black Panther party of the American South;  - Why Responsibility is Freedom; - How to frame and reclaim the American story through radical humanity: art, truth, creativity, and community.  Join us for this riveting, smart, funny conversation about power, hope, and writing a freer future.  About Tressie:  Dr. Tressie McMillan Cottom is a professor and principal investigator with the Center for Information, Technology, and Public Life at the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill, NY Times columnist, and 2020 MacArthur Fellow. Her work has earned national and international recognition for the urgency and depth of its incisive critical analysis of technology, higher education, culture, media, class, race, and gender. Recent accolades include being named the 2023 winner of the Joseph B. and Toby Gittler Prize by Brandeis University for her “critical perspective and analysis to some of the greatest social challenges we face today,” the recipient of the 2025 Thomas Wolfe Prize, and a 2025-26 National Humanities Center Fellow. Her most recent book, THICK: And Other Essays was listed as one the 30 best nonfiction books of the last 30 years by the L.A. Times Festival of Books. Two books are forthcoming with Random House Books. Follow Tressie:  @tressiemcphd on Instagram  @tressiemcphd.bsky.social on Bluesky  Follow We Can Do Hard Things on: Youtube — @wecandohardthingsshow   Instagram — @wecandohardthingsTikTok — @wecandohardthingshow

Despite falling behind the U.S. in some key areas, Wall Street Journal senior global correspondent Josh Chin reports that China is quickly catching up in the race to create an AI superintelligence. Plus, Wall Street Journal news associate Jared Mitovich says customers across the country are feeling the heat of escalating energy prices, partially caused by new data centers. Peter Champelli hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free Technology newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Neo The Home Robot: The future is here! Or is it? A new AI robot dubbed NEO has been announced but is it just an Indian guy using VR to control him. Zoom Court Fails: A cop shows up to Zoom court with no pants. Are we going to just let this happen!? Andy Richter and Adrien Skye: Andy Richter survives another night during the Halloween episode! How far can the Fandy's go!? We also get an alert that the Adrien Skye listening party is going on! THE BEAR!, FUCK YOU, WATCH THIS!, MICHAEL JACKSON!, THRILLER!, HALLOWEEN!, THIRSTY THURSDAY!, THRILLER DANCE!, ZOMBIE MJ!, MEMORIES!, FAVORITE PART!, MAKING OF VHS!, RICK BAKER!, BEHIND THE SCENES!, COREYWEEN HANG!, HOME ROBOT!, TECHNOLOGY!, NEO!, PUPPET!, REMOTELY RUN!, INDIA!, MAID!, VR HEADSET!, GOGGLES!, SCARY ACCENT!, NORWEGIAN!, ROBOT ATTACKED!, EGG CHARGER!, GAY AS HELL!, GLEB!, FIRE A GUN!, VIOLENCE!, POSSESSOR!, ADS!, REDWOOD AI!, DR ANDY SKILONAKIS!, TURING!, ZOOM COURT FAILS!, DRAG RACING!, DISORDERLY!, BLUNT!, DANCING WITH THE STARS!, ANDY!, HALLOWEEN NIGHT!, STILL ALIVE!, FOG!, DANCING!, HIDE!, FANDY!, GO HOME!, MORMON WIVES!, BABY!, DANCE!, RSV!, HOSPITAL!, HALLOWEEN!, GOTHSPEL!, CIRCUS QUEEN!, PLASTIC STANDARDS!, VAMPIRES BALLAD!, I'M DOWN!, PITTS OF HELL!, BETTER NOW!, LIVE!, CLUB!, BAR!  You can find the videos from this episode at our Discord RIGHT HERE!

Last December, the OpenAI business put forward a plan to completely sideline its nonprofit board. But two state attorneys general have now blocked that effort and kept that board very much alive and kicking.The for-profit's trouble was that the entire operation was founded on the premise of — and legally pledged to — the purpose of ensuring that “artificial general intelligence benefits all of humanity.” So to get its restructure past regulators, the business entity has had to agree to 20 serious requirements designed to ensure it continues to serve that goal.Attorney Tyler Whitmer, as part of his work with Legal Advocates for Safe Science and Technology, has been a vocal critic of OpenAI's original restructure plan. In today's conversation, he lays out all the changes and whether they will ultimately matter.Full transcript, video, and links to learn more: https://80k.info/tw2 After months of public pressure and scrutiny from the attorneys general (AGs) of California and Delaware, the December proposal itself was sidelined — and what replaced it is far more complex and goes a fair way towards protecting the original mission:The nonprofit's charitable purpose — “ensure that artificial general intelligence benefits all of humanity” — now legally controls all safety and security decisions at the company. The four people appointed to the new Safety and Security Committee can block model releases worth tens of billions.The AGs retain ongoing oversight, meeting quarterly with staff and requiring advance notice of any changes that might undermine their authority.OpenAI's original charter, including the remarkable “stop and assist” commitment, remains binding.But significant concessions were made. The nonprofit lost exclusive control of AGI once developed — Microsoft can commercialise it through 2032. And transforming from complete control to this hybrid model represents, as Tyler puts it, “a bad deal compared to what OpenAI should have been.”The real question now: will the Safety and Security Committee use its powers? It currently has four part-time volunteer members and no permanent staff, yet they're expected to oversee a company racing to build AGI while managing commercial pressures in the hundreds of billions.Tyler calls on OpenAI to prove they're serious about following the agreement:Hire management for the SSC.Add more independent directors with AI safety expertise.Maximise transparency about mission compliance."There's a real opportunity for this to go well. A lot … depends on the boards, so I really hope that they … step into this role … and do a great job. … I will hope for the best and prepare for the worst, and stay vigilant throughout."Chapters:We're hiring (00:00:00)Cold open (00:00:40)Tyler Whitmer is back to explain the latest OpenAI developments (00:01:46)The original radical plan (00:02:39)What the AGs forced on the for-profit (00:05:47)Scrappy resistance probably worked (00:37:24)The Safety and Security Committee has teeth — will it use them? (00:41:48)Overall, is this a good deal or a bad deal? (00:52:06)The nonprofit and PBC boards are almost the same. Is that good or bad or what? (01:13:29)Board members' “independence” (01:19:40)Could the deal still be challenged? (01:25:32)Will the deal satisfy OpenAI investors? (01:31:41)The SSC and philanthropy need serious staff (01:33:13)Outside advocacy on this issue, and the impact of LASST (01:38:09)What to track to tell if it's working out (01:44:28)This episode was recorded on November 4, 2025.Video editing: Milo McGuire, Dominic Armstrong, and Simon MonsourAudio engineering: Milo McGuire, Simon Monsour, and Dominic ArmstrongMusic: CORBITCoordination, transcriptions, and web: Katy Moore

The tools we use to shape our world, they in turn shape us. Whether it's the brush in a painter's hand or the software code that organizes the clinic day. The interface becomes part of our perception. Technology, like medicine, is an expression of relationship.In this conversation with Kenan Akbas, we trace the unlikely path from acupuncture to algorithms. This is a story that begins in the club scene of 1990s New York, winds its way through photography, Chinese medicine, Taiwan, and eventually the creation of platforms that help practitioners connect more fluidly with their patients. Kenan's work sits at the intersection of tradition, innovation and inquisitiveness.Listen into this discussion as we explore what it means to build technology rooted in care and how AI might become not a replacement for human skill, but a partner in the development of it. There are challenges in evolving with our tools as we move into a new stage of development with our exo-nervous system. There's no going back, the question is how do you move forward into a new terrain.

In Ham Radio, Justin Montemayor, DJ Ringgenberg and Matt Bermingham Examine A New Feature In Underwear Technology That Ham Is Just Now Learning About. 11-10-2025 Listen to past episodes on The Ticket’s Website And follow The Ticket Top 10 on Apple, Spotify or Amazon Music See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Catalyst Tammy is joined by longtime friend and recent addition to the Launch by NTT DATA team to lead, Murphy Freelen. Murphy has a proven track record of bringing together multi-disciplinary teams to deliver breakthrough innovative solutions. Murphy reflects on her personal journey working in the music and media industries and how those creative skills transfer to tech and product development. Tammy and Murphy also discuss the role of leadership and listening in fostering an environment where diverse perspectives are valued and how technology, particularly AI, is reshaping the creative process. Please note that the views expressed may not necessarily be those of NTT DATA.Links: Murphy FreelenJetZeroLearn more about Launch by NTT DATASee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(November 11,2025) Shutdown sparks fury as democrats struggle to unify against GOP. The LAPD is hiring more officer than it can pay for. ABC News technology reporter Mike Dobuski joins the show for ‘Tech Tuesday.’ Today, Mike talks about more people using AI to shop but whether anyone is using it to work. The History of Veterans Day.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Marketers struggle with AI reliability and accuracy. Charlie Grinnell is Co-CEO of RightMetric, a strategic research firm specializing in external data intelligence for competitive marketing insights. The discussion covers treating AI as a "frenemy" that requires structured data inputs, building automation workflows through iterative testing, and validating AI outputs by asking it to explain its reasoning process.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

There are problems and tasks so hard and complicated that it would take today's most powerful supercomputers millions of years to crack them. But in the next decade, we may well have quantum computers which could solve such problems in seconds. Professor Sir Peter Knight is a British pioneer in the realms of quantum optics and quantum information science. During his three decades as a researcher at Imperial College London, he has advanced our understanding of the physics which underpins how quantum computers work.Quantum optics was a new field of physics at the start of Peter Knight's career in the early 1970s and he tells Jim Al-Khalili about the excitement and opportunities for a young scientist at the birth of a new scientific discipline. He also talks about the UK National Quantum Technologies Programme. Since his retirement in 2010, Peter Knight has been the driving force behind this £1 billion government-funded endeavour which has positioned the UK as a world leader in the development and commercialisation of quantum computing and other revolutionary quantum inventions.Producer: Andrew Luck-Baker Executive Producer: Alexandra Feachem A BBC Studios Production

Apple has delayed the launch of the 2nd-gen iPhone Air, the European Commission is set to classify WhatsApp as a “Very Large Online Platform”, and Google is investing approximately €5 billion to expand its infrastructure and data center capacity in Germany. MP3 Please SUBSCRIBE HERE for free or get DTNS Live ad-free. A special thanksContinue reading "Microsoft Has Changed Its AI Strategy To Compete More Aggressively In The Race For Artificial General Intelligence – DTH"

Overview This special episode of the Tick Boot Camp Podcast was recorded live at the 2nd Annual Alzheimer's Pathobiome Initiative (AlzPI) and PCOM Symposium in collaboration with Pathobiome Perspectives. Hosted by Ali Moresco in partnership with Nikki Schultek, Executive Director of AlzPI, the conversation brings the Tick Boot Camp mission of exploring infection-associated chronic illness (IACI)—like Lyme disease and other tick-borne infections—to the global Alzheimer's and neuroimmunology research community. Tick Boot Camp co-founders Matt Sabatello and Rich Johannesen partnered with Ali and Nikki to highlight scientists whose work connects tick-borne illness, microbes, and cognitive decline. This episode features Yuri Kim, RN, Lead Clinical Research Nurse for the MAESTRO Study at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), who is leading pioneering work to measure and understand “brain fog” in infection-associated chronic illness. Guest Yuri Kim, RN Lead Clinical Research Nurse, MAESTRO Study Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Yuri Kim is the Lead Clinical Research Nurse for the MAESTRO Study, the largest clinical study ever conducted at MIT, led by Dr. Michal “Mikki” Caspi Tal, immunologist and immunoengineer at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. The MAESTRO Study investigates infection-associated chronic illnesses (IACI) such as chronic Lyme disease and aims to objectively measure and understand one of the most debilitating and misunderstood symptoms—brain fog. Yuri has conducted more than 170 participant study visits and integrates patient narratives with advanced neurocognitive, immune, and molecular profiling. Her background includes experience as a trauma ER nurse and clinical research manager on neurodegenerative and rare diseases such as Alzheimer's disease, chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), and amyloidosis. Key Discussion Points How the MAESTRO Study combines subjective patient narratives with objective neurocognitive and biomarker data to better define and measure brain fog. Use of innovative diagnostic tools including EEG (WAVi), RightEye eye-tracking, BrainCheck cognitive testing, and NASA Lean autonomic assessments. Early findings showing slower reaction times and potential correlations between GFAP, NfL, and sCD14 with cognitive symptoms in chronic Lyme and other IACI patients. The role of immune dysregulation, gut permeability, and neuroinflammation in contributing to cognitive impairment. The need for brain fog-specific assessment tools and more research into sex and hormonal differences that may affect neurocognitive outcomes. Why validating and quantifying “invisible symptoms” is vital to patient care and the future of infection-associated chronic illness research. “Brain fog isn't just a symptom—it's a phenomenon interconnected with multiple systems. We're trying to narrow the gap between what patients report and what we can measure.” — Yuri Kim Why It Matters Yuri Kim's work at MIT bridges patient experience and advanced science to address one of the most misunderstood symptoms in infection-associated chronic illness: brain fog. Her research within the MAESTRO Study, under the leadership of Dr. Michal “Mikki” Caspi Tal, is generating objective evidence that validates patient experiences and reveals how chronic infection and immune dysregulation can cause measurable cognitive and physiological changes. By studying infection-associated brain fog in Lyme disease and other chronic conditions, Yuri and the MAESTRO team are helping to shape a new era of diagnostics and care for people living with long-term, infection-driven illness. About the Event The interview took place at the 2nd Annual Alzheimer's Pathobiome Initiative (AlzPI) and Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM) Symposium, held on October 3, 2025, at Ohio University in Dublin, Ohio. The Symposium brought together more than 20 international experts investigating how microbes, the microbiome, and the host immune response contribute to neurological and psychiatric conditions such as Alzheimer's, dementia, and PANS/PANDAS. Tick Boot Camp partnered with Ali Moresco and Nikki Schultek to capture and share the voices of scientists advancing research on infection-associated chronic illness (IACI). This episode is part of a special Tick Boot Camp series spotlighting how pathobiome and microbiome science are transforming the understanding of chronic Lyme, cognitive dysfunction, and neurodegeneration. Learn More Learn more about the Alzheimer's Pathobiome Initiative (AlzPI) View Yuri Kim's bio on the MIT website Discover more about Dr. Michal “Mikki” Caspi Tal on Tick Boot Camp Listen to Tick Boot Camp Podcast episodes, including Episode 406: Pathobiome – An Interview with Nikki Schultek and Episode 101: The Young Gun – An Interview with Alex (Ali) Moresco discussed in this interview.

As we look towards Christmas and the greatest gift God gave us in his Son, we need to think intentionally about how we can give our children the best gifts. Namely, we want to give the egg, not the scorpion (Luke 11:11). Today we continue our conversation about Analog Adventures this Christmas, and get into how these this Christmas can be a time to focus on fun at the pace of real life. Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3WO7A3O 

Reid Hoffman, Stacy Brown-Philpot, and  Aileen Lee are three of the most successful, legendary leaders and investors in Silicon Valley. (The term “unicorn” for a startup valued at a billion dollars? Well, Aileen coined that.) This power trio sat down with journalist Van Jones live onstage at the 2025 Masters of Scale Summit, October 8 in San Francisco, to share candid snapshots of the investor's mindset during this time of rapid change. Learn why VCs have dramatically shifted the way they invest in entrepreneurs this year, how companies can stand out in the crowded AI space, their personal green lights or red flags, and how players on all sides can adapt.Visit the Rapid Response website here: https://www.rapidresponseshow.com/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Richard Avramenko, Director of the School of Civic and Economic Thought and Leadership at Arizona State University (ASU) joins Seth in-person for conversation on his own background in Canada, the dangers of Marxism in a nation’s institutions of higher education, and the technology that drives us apart instead of bringing us together.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Kris Gethin is one of the most recognizable figures in the global fitness industry, known for his role as the longtime Editor-in-Chief of Bodybuilding.com, his transformation programs, and his relentless commitment to physical and mental growth.In this conversation, Kris shares his philosophy and experience around personal transformation - physically, mentally, and emotionally.He dives into:• Why some corners of the industry resist the idea of “transformations”• How real transformations start in the mind before the body• Why being selfish can actually make you a better person• The power of surrounding yourself with the right people• The character traits that predict lasting success in fitness and life• When and why you might need to change your environment - or even your relationships - to sustain growth• Lessons from decades in bodybuilding and endurance sports• How Kris approaches hybrid training for longevity and performance• Whether something like Bodybuilding.com could ever happen again in today's social media era• Why we should all do more hard things• And much moreCHAPTERS00:00 Introduction and Welcome00:16 Meet Kris Gethin: Fitness Legend01:12 The Importance of Transformations03:27 Sustaining Weight Loss and Healthy Habits10:40 The Role of Technology in Fitness13:22 Selfishness vs. Selflessness in Fitness17:52 The Rise and Influence of Bodybuilding.com23:12 The Shift Towards Longevity and Biohacking25:39 The Importance of Purpose and Longevity27:44 The Impact of Social Media Algorithms29:46 Embracing Hardship for Growth35:26 Balancing Hybrid Training42:19 The Power of Digital Detox and Meditation45:27 Seasonal Training and Personal Fulfillment47:39 Final Thoughts and ResourcesSUPPORT THE SHOWIf this episode helped you, you can help me by:• Subscribing and checking out more episodes• Sharing it on your social media (tag me - I'll respond)• Sending it to a friend who needs thisFOLLOW ANDREW COATESInstagram: @andrewcoatesfitnessWebsite: https://www.andrewcoatesfitness.comPARTNERS & RESOURCESRP Strength App (use code COATESRP)https://www.rpstrength.com/coatesJust Bite Me Meals (use code ANDREWCOATESFITNESS for 10% off)https://justbitememeals.com/MacrosFirst (nutrition tracking)https://www.macrosfirst.com/KNKG Bags (15% off)https://www.knkg.com/Andrew59676Versa Gripps (discount link)https://www.versagripps.com/andrewcoatesTRAINHEROIC - FREE 90-DAY TRIAL (2 steps)Go to https://www.trainheroic.com/liftfreeReply to the email you receive (or email trials@trainheroic.com) and let them know I sent you

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Guest Dr. Karen Sobel-Lojeski is a pioneer in understanding how technology shapes human connection at work and beyond. She created the award-winning framework, Virtual Distance, a proven and practical set of predictive analytics that target problems and predictably strengthen trust, collaboration, and productivity across remote, hybrid, and in-person teams. As the founder of Virtual Distance International, she has advised Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and institutions, including Coca-Cola, the US Navy, DARPA, and the World Economic Forum. A trusted advisor, former professor and researcher with affiliations at Princeton's Institute for Advanced Study, Wharton, and the Stockholm School of Economics, she is the author of Uniting the Virtual Workforce, Leading the Virtual Workforce, and The Power of Virtual Distance. Her insights have been featured in Harvard Business Review, The New York Times, Forbes, The Wall Street Journal, NPR, and other prominent publications. She is a sought-after speaker, known for energizing audiences worldwide. She holds degrees in Computer Science and Applied Mathematics from SUNY Albany and a Ph.D. from Stevens Institute of Technology, where her dissertation, Virtual Distance: A New Model for the Study of Virtual Work, won the Best Dissertation of the Year Award. Summary In this follow-up conversation, Dr. Karen Sobel-Lojeski—creator of the concept of "virtual distance"—discusses how technology continues to shape, and often erode, human connection, particularly in education. She defines virtual distance as the measurable sense of separation people feel despite being physically close, a phenomenon driven by technology-mediated communication. The model comprises three layers: physical distance, which has the least impact on outcomes; operational distance, representing the day-to-day barriers to smooth communication; and affinity distance, the emotional and relational disconnect that most strongly undermines trust, learning, and collaboration. Dr. K and Jeff revisit ideas they first discussed during the COVID-19 pandemic, when schools shifted to remote learning. While educators solved many operational challenges, they largely ignored the emotional and social costs—students' inability to connect, play, and learn together. Dr. K likens this to Isaac Asimov's story "The Fun They Had," a cautionary tale about robotic education devoid of joy and connection. The discussion shifts to current policies that restrict cell phone use in schools. Dr. K argues these measures, while well-intentioned, misidentify the real problem. Locking up phones doesn't undo decades of cultural conditioning around technology. Students' sense of self and connection has already been rewired; removing the device without addressing underlying social and emotional needs merely produces deprivation, not engagement. She urges educators to prioritize relationships, empathy, and social learning—what she calls "reconnecting to our direct experience of being human." AI, she warns, intensifies virtual distance by outsourcing creativity and meaning-making. Ultimately, she calls for a cultural and educational rebalancing that centers human connection in an increasingly digital world. The Essential Point Technological fixes—whether online learning, AI, or banning cell phones—cannot mend what they helped fray: our capacity for human connection. True learning and creativity depend on empathy, direct experience, and social bonds. Social Media klojeski@virtualdistance.com www.thepowerofvirtualdistance.com www.virtualdistance.com +1.551.580.6422

Technology has changed everything about the service advisor role, but it has not replaced the one thing that matters most: people.In this episode of Maximum Octane, Kim Hickey and Jason Patel sit down with Michelle Wood, ATI's Sales and Service Instructor, to discuss the myths and realities of being a great service advisor in a world of automation, AI, and endless new tools.Michelle shares her journey from dealership receptionist to national trainer and reflects on how the role of service advisors has evolved with technology. She explains how tools like DVIs and automation can improve efficiency, but they cannot replace genuine human connection. Customers do not just want updates. They want to feel seen, heard, and cared for.The conversation also covers the growing need for training and development, the misconception that advisors must be former technicians, and why withholding information to “avoid scaring customers” actually destroys trust.Tune in to episode 130 of Maximum Octane to rediscover the human side of automotive service and learn how to build advisors who do more than sell repairs. They build trust, loyalty, and relationships that last.Episode Takeaways:3:50 Why service advisors do not need to be former technicians to be great communicators5:10 Why nobody cares “how the sausage is made”8:50 Why technology helps, but only if you use it12:20 What AI cannot do and why the human touch matters more than ever13:50 Customers still want to do business with people, not systems17:30 How great advisors read people and tailor their communication20:10 Why honesty about needed repairs builds trust, not fear23:00 The interview question every shop owner should ask27:20 How to find talent in everyday places30:10 Why trust is the ultimate investment in your advisorsConnect with Michelle Wood:LinkedInLet's connect:WebsiteLinkedInFacebookEmail: info@maximumoctane.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tan Chrissis is a global entrepreneur, mindset coach, speaker, and founder of Cognitive Verse, a pioneering platform that merges cognitive science with practical frameworks to help individuals and organizations achieve sustainable high performance. Through his work — including the Optimal Mind App — Tan empowers people to align ambition with purpose, build resilience, and thrive across all areas of life.In this episode, Mark Sephton talks with Tan Chrissis about how cognitive technology, early imprinting, and brain optimisation can unlock greater visibility, expression, and impact in business.We discover the following: The Origin of Visibility: How Our Earliest Imprints Shape How We Show Up in Business TodayWhy Entrepreneurs Stay Hidden — and How to Reclaim Your Right To Be SeenThe Energetic Birth of Visibility: What You Were Given Before You Could Even SpeakFrom Invisibility To Impact: Healing The Early Imprints That Silence Your VoiceWhere Visibility Truly Begins: Why Business Success Starts Before You Enter The MarketplaceWith podcast host Mark SephtonHope you'll enjoy the episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Peter Asmus, microgrid expert and author of the upcoming book "Alaska Microgrid Innovators," breaks down the current state of microgrids and battery storage. He explains why Alaska leads in microgrid innovation and what the rest of the U.S. needs to learn from remote communities.Peter Asmus brings over 15 years of experience covering the microgrid sector. He has authored five books on energy and provides consulting through his website https://www.peterasmus.com/. His latest work focuses on Alaska's pioneering role in developing community-scale microgrids for remote, off-grid locations.Key Discussion Points• Alaska leads microgrid innovation due to remote communities, high diesel costs, and military installations needing reliable power• Data centers now drive microgrid growth because utilities cannot provide power fast enough for AI infrastructure• Microgrid controllers have advanced significantly with AI integration, allowing different manufacturers' equipment to work together• Energy as a service models eliminate upfront costs. Peter's solar and battery system reduced his utility bill to under $10 per year• Community microgrids require utility involvement and experimentation with different ownership models rather than a one-size-fits-all approach• Open standards prevent vendor lock-in. The industry moved away from proprietary systems like early Apple iPhone models• Technology exists today for large-scale microgrid deployment. The main challenge is calculating the economic value of resilience• Utility costs in the U.S. increased 30% over the last three years, making distributed energy more economically competitiveAlaska shows us the future of microgrids. The lessons from remote communities apply everywhere resilience matters.Connect with Peter Asmus LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pathfindercommunications/Website: https://www.peterasmus.com/ Support the showConnect with Tim Clean Power Hour Clean Power Hour on YouTubeTim on TwitterTim on LinkedIn Email tim@cleanpowerhour.com Review Clean Power Hour on Apple PodcastsThe Clean Power Hour is produced by the Clean Power Consulting Group and created by Tim Montague. Contact us by email: CleanPowerHour@gmail.com Corporate sponsors who share our mission to speed the energy transition are invited to check out https://www.cleanpowerhour.com/support/The Clean Power Hour is brought to you by CPS America, maker of North America's number one 3-phase string inverter, with over 6GW shipped in the US. With a focus on commercial and utility-scale solar and energy storage, the company partners with customers to provide unparalleled performance and service. The CPS America product lineup includes 3-phase string inverters from 25kW to 275kW, exceptional data communication and controls, and energy storage solutions designed for seamless integration with CPS America systems. Learn more at www.chintpowersystems.com

In this episode, Michael talks with Eliot Horowitz, founder of MongoDB and now CEO of Viam, about why the physical world is lagging behind the AI revolution and how Viam is building the foundational platform robotics has been missing. Eliot shares why robotics needs its “AWS moment,” how better tools can shrink development timelines from years to months, and why practical automation, from kitchen assistants to back-of-house restaurant robots, will arrive long before humanoids. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Marketers struggle with AI reliability and accuracy. Charlie Grinnell is Co-CEO of RightMetric, a strategic research firm specializing in external data intelligence for competitive marketing insights. The discussion covers treating AI as a "frenemy" that requires structured data inputs, building automation workflows through iterative testing, and validating AI outputs by asking it to explain its reasoning process.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.