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Ariana rapid-fires through why she'd never text an ex back, the wedding dress she splurged on for her sister, the nepo baby label she's tired of, and what actually calms her down before something stressful (hint: it's not beta blockers). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's episode of Reddit Stories Podcast, a wild Karen completely loses it. You won't believe how this one ends! Sit back, relax, and enjoy this binge-worthy Reddit Stories Podcast, featuring Karen freakouts, entitled people stories, and pro revenge tales.

Ariana rapid-fires through why she'd never text an ex back, the wedding dress she splurged on for her sister, the nepo baby label she's tired of, and what actually calms her down before something stressful (hint: it's not beta blockers). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Madonna called Sabrina Carpenter out for taking a week to reply to her text. But why does it take some people so long to reply to texts? Jonathan asked Brendan Kelly, Professor of Psychiatry at Trinity College Dublin.

Madonna called Sabrina Carpenter out for taking a week to reply to her text. But why does it take some people so long to reply to texts? Jonathan asked Brendan Kelly, Professor of Psychiatry at Trinity College Dublin.

Caleb Flynn is charged with aggravated murder, murder, felonious assault, tampering with evidence, and intimidation in the death of his wife Ashley Flynn, 37, in Tipp City, Ohio. Prosecutors allege he shot her twice in the back of the head on February 16, 2026 while she slept, then staged a burglary. His defense says the state has no recovered murder weapon and no eyewitness.The prosecution's central witness is Alleigha Botner — a 23-year-old worship leader who spent more than four hours reading twelve months of text messages to the jury. Over more than 100,000 messages, according to her testimony, the texts moved from Flynn complaining about his marriage to both of them discussing how to make Ashley disappear.In May 2025, per testimony, Flynn texted that he'd kill Ashley in a heartbeat. By June, he was asking Botner to hire someone. She asked for a future; he told her he'd never been joking. By July, Botner was texting in his language — calling Ashley “douche” and writing that she “needs to go.” Flynn's reply, per testimony: he'd smile the whole time. Botner texted back: “Praise God.”The messages reveal five moves repeated for a year: death wishes served as devotion, helplessness trained into her, emotional crisis deployed against every hard question, a 40-day spiritual fast used to replace real deadlines, and jealous surveillance framed as sacrifice. By September, five months before the shooting, they were coordinating the permanent deletion of these messages using methods Botner researched on ChatGPT. Cross-examination has not begun.Listen Anywhere You Get Podcasts: https://pod.link/1655749292Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod?sub_confirmation=1Join Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISODES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/tonybpodThis publication contains commentary and opinion based on publicly available information. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Nothing published here should be taken as a statement of fact, health or legal advice.#CalebFlynn #AshleyFlynn #HiddenKillers #AlleighaBotner #MiamiCountyOhio #TippCity #AggravatedMurder #TrueCrime #TextMessages #Manipulation

Prosecutors in the Caleb Flynn murder trial say the former worship pastor sent more than 100,000 messages to his mistress in the year before his wife Ashley was found shot to death inside their Tipp City, Ohio, home. Some of those messages allegedly contained detailed plans to kill Ashley. Others, sent around the same time, were warm and loving texts to Ashley herself.Two phones. Two women. Two completely different versions of the same man, prosecutors allege, running simultaneously.Psychotherapist and author Shavaun Scott joins Tony to examine the psychology of Flynn's alleged double messaging and the mind of the mistress who, according to the state, read texts about murder plans and stayed in the relationship. Scott breaks down the "appeasement" defense, the psychology of compartmentalized lives, and the moment someone crosses from dark fantasy into preparation.Caleb Flynn has pleaded not guilty to aggravated murder, murder, felonious assault, and tampering with evidence.Listen Anywhere You Get Podcasts: https://pod.link/1655749292Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel.https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod?sub_confirmation=1Join Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISODES & EXTRAS!:https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/tonybpodThis publication contains commentary and opinion based on publicly available information. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Nothing published here should be taken as a statement of fact, health or legal advice.#CalebFlynn #AshleyFlynn #CalebFlynnTrial #CalebFlynnTexts #ShavaunScott #AmericanIdolMurder #WorshipPastorMurder #TrueCrime #HiddenKillers #TrueCrimePodcast

Would you know how many words you speak in a day? According to a new study, our daily conversations are shrinking as we double down into our online devices. 

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We're still surprised people did this but... 50+ founders worth $10M to $4B reveal their personal finances. Here it is: https://joinhampton.com/mw-wrWhy do we do this? Because if you're an aspirational person or someone who runs a business and is making money, it's incredibly challenging to figure out what to do. Information is impossible to find — and that's what we put together: the net worth reveal and why we do this podcast, Moneywise.He turned down $42M, lost a $70M deal to a war, and sold his company over WhatsApp instead.Ryan Levesque is the author of the #1 national bestseller Ask and the founder of the Ask Method Company, a seven-time Inc. 5000 business that did over $100M in revenue. He grew up blue collar, quit AIG in China the morning the Wall Street Journal said the company was going bankrupt, and built his first business selling Scrabble tile jewelry tutorials on Etsy. Then he tried to sell his company twice. The first buyer flipped a $42.5M deal to $17M at the eleventh hour. The second, a $70M offer, evaporated the week Russia invaded Ukraine. Today he sits on $30–35M in liquid net worth and runs a 150-acre farm in Vermont with his wife and two boys, where 80% of what his family eats comes off their own land.This is the longest Moneywise episode we've ever cut, and I barely interrupted. We go deep on the two failed exits, the life insurance rejection letter at age 30 that turned out to be organ failure, the photo of his sons that made him stop chasing the number, and what it actually costs to run a 150-acre farm (spoiler: free food runs about half a million a year). Ryan also breaks down the money curriculum he built for his kids, why $35M didn't feel like enough until he decided it was, and the honeybee epiphany that led to selling his company to his biggest competitor.Also, this podcast is made by Hampton, which is a community for founders doing on average $20 million a year in revenue. We saw a lot of these money conversations happening privately behind closed doors and we thought, "What the heck, let's make it public." If you are a founder, apply here: http://joinhampton.com/mwTimestamps:0:00 — "Mr. Levesque, you should be in a coma right now." Cold open and episode roadmap5:30 — The WSJ headline reads "AIG to file for bankruptcy." He resigns the same day with ~$100K in the bank9:56 — Reverse-engineering an Etsy seller's income and building a Scrabble tile jewelry tutorial business: "emulate before you innovate"12:32 — The crash of the Scrabble tile jewelry market. Lesson: pick evergreen markets14:29 — Dead orchids in Shanghai become a $500K/year business. Then 23 businesses at once17:19 — A nine-figure sale to NBC (Golf Pass) and a $168M sale to PayPal. His cut: "less than seven figures"19:00 — Ask becomes the #1 bestselling book in America and births a $100M+ company21:00 — The $42.5M deal gets flipped to $17M at the eleventh hour. "We basically gave them the middle finger"25:13 — Interviewing 12 investment banks, going back to market, and landing a $70M offer28:30 — Russia invades Ukraine. The deal, and the entire M&A market, evaporates33:23 — The life insurance rejection letter. Kidney failure. Ten days in ICU. Undiagnosed type 1 diabetic40:16 — "My kid can't grow up without a dad." Shutting down 23 businesses41:42 — Two photos of his boys, seven years apart. "It was like a heartbeat"43:00 — Texting his wife from a tent in Vermont. Full-price cash offer on the Austin house the same night49:13 — Reading Peter Lynch at age 10 and turning $5K into $100K+ by 1851:57 — What he looked for in land: top of watershed, no PFAS, good schools. 12 months of Airbnbs56:41 — 48 beehives, 1,000 maple taps, 500 fruit trees, seven freezers. 100% of their own protein58:40 — The farm numbers: just under $5M for the land, $2M mortgage at 6.5%, $220K/year before a single animal1:03:59 — $260K in year one, $175K/year after. "Free food costs a lot of money"1:06:28 — The kids' money curriculum: Rich Dad Poor Dad read-alouds, Greenlight accounts, a real estate syndication paying them $300–400/month1:11:20 — His net worth when he decided it was enough: $30–35M liquid1:12:47 — "I've never been less money motivated in my life." $1M webinars and the Mexican fisherman1:15:08 — Goldenrod, purple aster, and the WhatsApp voice memo to Daniel Priestley. Company sold three months later1:20:20 — Legacy, $120K/year in tuition, and how much to hand to your kids: "the brownies are not fully baked"1:25:39 — Seven weeks in Europe, giving back, and why all altruism is selfish1:31:36 — Daniel's takeaway: figure out what you're optimizing for and start living it nowSponsors: Daily Body Coach - achieve your dream body with https://moneywise.dailybodycoach.comSubscribe to Moneywise: https://www.youtube.com/@themoneywisepodcastFollow Daniel on X: https://x.com/danielcberkListen on Spotify / Apple Podcasts: [search "Moneywise Hampton"]

#DateEmOrDumpEm The One with the Bottomless Chips & Salsa + JP Makes Us Guess: Fall Stuff, Grocery Store Thievery, Texting etiquette, Your Most Memorable Birthday, Tasty Tuesday & More!

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You know what's frustrating? Getting first dates lined up with women you're into—then they cancel, or ghost you. It can leave a guy feeling rejected and confused. In this episode of “How to Get a Girlfriend,” dating coach and bestselling author Connell Barrett breaks down 7 texting mistakes men make that lead to women flaking on dates. You'll also learn 7 fixes so you can stop the flaking and get a lot more dates.STRUGGLING WITH TEXTING AND GETTING DATES? BOOK A FREE CONSULTATION WITH CONNELL: DatingTransformation.comGET A FREE COPY OF CONNELL'S BESTSELLING BOOK, “DATING SUCKS BUT YOU DON'T”: Email: connell@datingtransformation.com (Write “Book” in Subject Line)

Brian and Judson prepare for this week's premiere of “The Traitors: New Blood” on NBC and Peacock featuring Dads and Daddies friend and former guest (Season 2, Episode 31), the brilliant immigration attorney and anti-ICE activist Michael Foote as a contestant. Judson returns from a destination wedding in Portugal with gay beach and bathhouse recommendations. Brian succeeds in making his first “hotwifing” experience happen, where he brought together his husband and a previous hookup and watched them hookup together. The Hookup of the Week finds a trans woman taking a leap of faith that results in a magical night. Brian and Judson are then joined by actor Barrett Foa, known for his 12 seasons on “NCIS: Los Angeles” and for his current stint on Broadway playing Mary's Teacher opposite Bowen Yang in Oh, Mary! Barrett talks about how he has found himself on Broadway after an almost 20-year absence, what it was like to work opposite Meg Stalter and what a happy return it has been after a dozen years working on a crime procedural TV show teeming with alpha male energy. He shares the dilemma he faced as a gay actor on a hit show at the time that celebrities began to come out of the closet in force, and how he found the freedom to live fully out and proud through his discovery of Burning Man. He shares his NCIS co-star Chris O'Donnell's reaction to learning how important he was to some gay men's sexual awakenings; he recounts how Burning Man brought him together with his partner of three years who is deaf; and he delves deep into his Daddy Issue with a father who is incapable of giving compliments.Barrett also tells Brian and Judson about his friendship with Kylie Minogue, the incredible work of Every Day Action, the nonprofit of which he's a founding member and board VP, and he helps respond to a Go Ask Your Dad question from a listener whose fiance has just passed away and its looking for guidance on grieving. Find Barrett Foa on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/barrettfoa  Volunteer with or donate to Every Day Action at https://www.youreverydayaction.org/  Email your Hookup of the Week, Go Ask Your Dad and Dr. Daddy submissions to dadsanddaddies@gmail.com Dads and Daddies on the Web: https://www.dadsanddaddies.com/ Dads and Daddies on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dadsanddaddiespod Dads and Daddies on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dadsanddaddiespod Dads and Daddies on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/dadsanddaddiespod.bsky.social Your hosts, Dad Brian Rubin-Sowers - https://www.instagram.com/ditmasparkpapa  and Daddy Judson Morrow - https://www.instagram.com/gunclejudson Edited by Toby Rubin-Sowers For a 10% discount on your purchase on a Shakti Acupressure Mat or any other items at ShakitMat.com, use code DADSANDDADDIES or simply visit the URL https://shaktimat.com/DadsAndDaddies Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Scamming of your funds The Girls are all HOT BUT NOT REAL No video calls In fact no calls at all -- All Texting LISTEN IN and Get educated

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She's been texting her ex for years and he just found out. Is she the jerk?

PING! A mes­sage on your phone from your part­ner. What do you anti­cip­ate? A request for your ETA for din­ner, or a kiss-strewn ‘can't wait to see you – let's go to our favour­ite Italian?'Joining Shane is Divorce Lawyer Sheela Macintosh-Stewart, who argues she can tell if your mar­riage is on the rocks by read­ing the last ten texts between you and your partner.

Hello Beautiful, I'm so grateful you're here with me. The familiar taps and clicks of texting create a subtle ambience that's both comforting and engaging. Whether you're working, studying, reading, or simply looking for gentle background noise, these sounds offer a quiet sense of connection. It's modern-day ambience at its most familiar. Love,

A 2023 report raised new questions about what the two surviving roommates may have heard and done while Kaylee Goncalves, Madison Mogen, Xana Kernodle and Ethan Chapin were being killed. According to Air Mail, Steve Goncalves had been told by someone connected to the grand jury that the surviving roommates were not only awake during the attack, but had allegedly heard what was happening and were texting one another as the killer moved through the King Road house. The claim went significantly beyond what authorities had initially told the public. For weeks after the murders, Moscow police had repeatedly stated in official updates that the surviving roommates had been asleep and did not wake until later that morning. That account changed after Bryan Kohberger's arrest, when the probable-cause affidavit revealed that surviving roommate D.M. had actually been awake, heard noises, opened her bedroom door several times and ultimately saw a masked man dressed in black walking toward the sliding glass door.The report also said Goncalves tried to learn more about what the surviving roommates had experienced but was warned by the FBI not to contact a potential witness whose identity had been protected after the person came forward through a confidential tip line. Inside Edition emphasized that it could not independently confirm the claims about the roommates texting or hearing the entire attack because the gag order prevented police and prosecutors from commenting. Even so, the story highlighted a significant discrepancy in the early public narrative: authorities initially portrayed both surviving roommates as sleeping through the murders, while later court records established that at least D.M. had been awake and had witnessed a man leaving the house. The allegations about texting therefore became another unresolved piece of the case, raising questions about exactly what the surviving roommates knew in real time, what they communicated to each other and why the public account of their actions changed so dramatically after Kohberger's arrest.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.com

A 2023 report raised new questions about what the two surviving roommates may have heard and done while Kaylee Goncalves, Madison Mogen, Xana Kernodle and Ethan Chapin were being killed. According to Air Mail, Steve Goncalves had been told by someone connected to the grand jury that the surviving roommates were not only awake during the attack, but had allegedly heard what was happening and were texting one another as the killer moved through the King Road house. The claim went significantly beyond what authorities had initially told the public. For weeks after the murders, Moscow police had repeatedly stated in official updates that the surviving roommates had been asleep and did not wake until later that morning. That account changed after Bryan Kohberger's arrest, when the probable-cause affidavit revealed that surviving roommate D.M. had actually been awake, heard noises, opened her bedroom door several times and ultimately saw a masked man dressed in black walking toward the sliding glass door.The report also said Goncalves tried to learn more about what the surviving roommates had experienced but was warned by the FBI not to contact a potential witness whose identity had been protected after the person came forward through a confidential tip line. Inside Edition emphasized that it could not independently confirm the claims about the roommates texting or hearing the entire attack because the gag order prevented police and prosecutors from commenting. Even so, the story highlighted a significant discrepancy in the early public narrative: authorities initially portrayed both surviving roommates as sleeping through the murders, while later court records established that at least D.M. had been awake and had witnessed a man leaving the house. The allegations about texting therefore became another unresolved piece of the case, raising questions about exactly what the surviving roommates knew in real time, what they communicated to each other and why the public account of their actions changed so dramatically after Kohberger's arrest.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.

Megan has been married to Sam for five years, but lately, something feels off. Her husband—who normally barely uses his phone—is suddenly glued to it, texting for hours and keeping his conversations with someone named Luna a secret. Then Megan notices another major change: Sam has put a passcode on his phone. So, is there another woman in the picture? We put Sam to the test with a surprise flower offer to see who he’ll choose. What happens next is definitely not what Megan—or anyone else—expected.

Megan has been married to Sam for five years, but lately, something feels off. Her husband—who normally barely uses his phone—is suddenly glued to it, texting for hours and keeping his conversations with someone named Luna a secret. Then Megan notices another major change: Sam has put a passcode on his phone. So, is there another woman in the picture? We put Sam to the test with a surprise flower offer to see who he’ll choose. What happens next is definitely not what Megan—or anyone else—expected.

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In hour 2, Sue hosts, "Sue's News" where she discusses the latest trending entertainment news, this day in history, the random fact of the day and more. Mark is later joined by Bill King, Research Fellow at Rice University's Baker Institute, former businessman and lawyer, former opinion columnist and editorial board member at the Houston Chronicle, and author of Unapologetically Moderate. The two discuss the latest on Tropical Storm Edouard in the Houston area, as well as an insider look at Texas's tight, highly contentious Senate race between Ken Paxton and James Talarico, polling dynamics, and how independent and Latino voters are shaping the outcome.

Today we are talking about something that I think we all need to know about…  How to reset your dopamine. And before you think this is going to be one of those extreme episodes where I tell you to throw your phone into the ocean, stop drinking coffee, sit in a dark room for three days and eliminate everything fun from your life… That is absolutely not what we are doing. Because dopamine isn't bad. We need dopamine. Dopamine is part of what makes us want things. Pursue things. Work toward goals. Get up and go. The problem is that we are living in an environment where we can get enormous amounts of stimulation with almost zero effort. Open Instagram. Refresh your email. Check likes. Open TikTok. Eat something hyper-palatable. Buy something. Get a notification. Watch another episode. Click another video. Check your texts. Pick up your phone because you have 17 seconds with nothing to do. We have essentially eliminated boredom. And I think we need to talk about what that is doing to us. Because I don't think most people have a motivation problem. I think some people have made normal life too boring compared to the stimulation they consume all day long.   Think about this. Working toward a goal is slow. Building a business is slow. Getting stronger is slow. Improving a relationship is slow. Reading a book is slow. Learning something difficult is slow.     But your phone can give you novelty every half second. So what happens when your brain gets accustomed to incredibly stimulating rewards that require almost no effort? The things that actually build an awesome life can start feeling painfully boring.   And THAT is what I want to change today. I've been going deep into what Andrew Huberman, Chris Williamson, Stanford addiction psychiatrist Anna Lembke, Peter Attia and Gary Brecka have discussed around dopamine, reward, pleasure, discomfort and motivation. And there is one massive theme that keeps coming up: We need to stop getting so many rewards without earning them.   We need less cheap dopamine… And more earned dopamine. More accomplishment dopamine. More anticipation. More effort. More challenge. More doing hard things and feeling awesome afterward.   So today we're going to talk about what dopamine actually does, why our modern environment can completely screw with our motivation, what people mean by a dopamine reset, and most importantly… How we actually do it. Not forever. Not perfectly. But intentionally enough that normal life starts feeling interesting again.       Because imagine waking up and actually WANTING to work on your goals. Imagine sitting in your car without immediately opening your phone. Imagine finishing a workout and letting that accomplishment be the reward instead of instantly needing another stimulus. Imagine being fully engaged in dinner. Or a conversation. Or a walk. Or your kids. Or your work. That's what we're after. Not less enjoyment. More enjoyment from the things that actually matter. FIRST… WHAT IS DOPAMINE? Dopamine isn't simply the "pleasure chemical" This is probably the biggest misunderstanding. Dopamine plays a huge role in motivation, pursuit, learning, reinforcement and determining what your brain decides is worth pursuing again. Think less "this makes me happy" and more: "Go get that again." It's a molecule heavily involved in wanting and pursuing. Huberman explains dopamine in terms of baseline and peaks You have a baseline level of dopamine. Then certain experiences generate temporary increases above that baseline. The important part is what happens afterward. A big dopamine peak can be followed by a period where dopamine activity falls below where it was previously. This is part of why something incredible can sometimes leave you feeling strangely flat afterward. The higher and more frequently we chase enormous peaks, the more ordinary activities can start losing their appeal. Think about it like contrast If you eat incredibly sweet processed foods all day… A blueberry doesn't taste very sweet. There isn't anything wrong with the blueberry. Your reference point changed. The same general concept applies here. When your environment becomes filled with intense stimulation… Quiet feels boring. Reading feels boring. Work feels boring. Walking feels boring. A normal conversation feels boring. Your life didn't necessarily become boring. Your stimulation threshold changed. WHAT I MEAN BY "CHEAP DOPAMINE" I'm going to use the phrase cheap dopamine throughout this episode even though scientifically dopamine itself isn't cheap or expensive. What I mean is: A high-reward experience requiring very little effort. Things like: Endless short-form videos Constant social media refreshing Notifications Online shopping Gambling Highly processed foods Video games for hours and hours Constant snacking Drinking Continually checking texts Refreshing email Internet rabbit holes Watching episode after episode after episode Constant novelty And here's the key… None of those things has to be inherently evil. It's the dose. The frequency. And whether you've lost control over your consumption. There's a massive difference between choosing to watch a movie on Saturday night… And being literally unable to stand in an elevator for 25 seconds without checking your phone. That's the part I want us to notice. THE WORLD HAS REMOVED THE WAITING This might be one of the biggest problems. Almost everything used to have some friction. You wanted food? You cooked it. You wanted entertainment? You waited until your show came on. You wanted to talk to your friend? You called them. Maybe they weren't home. You wanted to buy something? You drove somewhere. You wanted information? You found a book. Now? Everything is immediate. Food. Entertainment. Shopping. Attention. Validation. Communication. Information. Novelty. Almost every human desire has an app attached to it. And our brains evolved in an environment where rewards generally required work. Now we can receive reward after reward while lying horizontally on the couch. That is a massive mismatch. THE PLEASURE-PAIN SEESAW One of my favorite explanations comes from Dr. Anna Lembke. She describes pleasure and pain almost like opposite sides of a balance. When we repeatedly push hard toward pleasure… Our brain tries to restore balance. And over time, you may need more of the stimulus just to experience the same effect. This is incredibly obvious with severe addiction. But I think it's useful to recognize much milder versions in ourselves. Have you ever: Opened Instagram for five minutes and 45 minutes disappeared? Finished a show and immediately needed another episode? Finished dessert and started looking for something else sweet? Checked one notification and then somehow checked four different apps? Picked up your phone without consciously deciding to? That automatic reaching is important. You aren't necessarily choosing anymore. You're responding. And I want us to get back into choosing. WHY NOTHING FEELS EXCITING ANYMORE Sometimes people say: "I'm unmotivated." "I don't feel like working." "I can't concentrate." "I'm bored." "I don't really feel excited about anything." Obviously there can be many medical, psychological and situational reasons for those feelings. But there is another question worth asking: How much stimulation are you consuming? Because if you're exposing yourself to novelty constantly… Your brain never gets a chance to be bored enough to create. Never bored enough to think. Never bored enough to solve a problem. Never bored enough to decide what you actually want. We're treating boredom like an emergency. I actually think boredom is incredibly productive. Some of my best ideas happen when there's nothing else coming into my brain. And we are filling every single empty pocket.   DOPAMINE STACKING Huberman talks about something that I think is fascinating: stacking multiple dopamine-producing experiences together. Think about a workout. Exercise itself can be rewarding. But now we add: Pre-workout. Favorite playlist. Phone. Texts. Social media. Energy drink. Maybe stimulants. Maybe a reward meal afterward. Maybe we post the workout and check responses. We've taken one intrinsically rewarding activity and stacked reward upon reward upon reward. And his point isn't that you can never do those things. It's that you don't necessarily want every good experience in life turned up to 100 every single time. Sometimes train without the perfect playlist. Sometimes walk without the podcast. Sometimes drink the coffee without simultaneously scrolling Instagram. Sometimes eat without watching television. Separate the rewards. You don't have to eliminate pleasure. Stop supercharging every experience. LEARN TO LOVE EFFORT This might be my favorite part of the entire episode. We need to stop making the reward exclusively something that comes AFTER the work. "I'll work out and then I can have this." "I'll finish this project and then I'll reward myself." "I'll complete my work and then I'll scroll." There's nothing wrong with celebrating accomplishments. But we also want to train ourselves to associate the effort itself with something positive. Because if the entire purpose of doing something difficult is the reward waiting at the end… The work becomes something you're trying to escape. Instead: "This discomfort means I'm getting stronger." "This is hard because I'm growing." "I'm proud of myself for doing this when I don't feel like doing it." "This is what keeping promises to myself feels like." "This is who I am." That shift is huge. The workout becomes the win. Doing the work becomes the win. Keeping the promise becomes the win. USE DISCOMFORT ON PURPOSE This theme comes up across a lot of these conversations. We're living in an unbelievably comfortable world. Temperature-controlled houses. Food everywhere. Cars. Couches. Entertainment. Delivery. Escalators. Amazon. Everything is optimized to eliminate friction. But voluntary discomfort can be incredibly valuable. Exercise. Walking. Strength training. Running. Sauna. Cold exposure when appropriate and done safely. Doing something physically difficult. Getting outside when conditions aren't perfect. Taking the stairs. Having the difficult conversation. Doing the work you're avoiding. The idea isn't: "Suffering is good." The idea is: Stop organizing your entire life around avoiding discomfort. Because challenge followed by satisfaction is very different from pleasure followed by emptiness. One you earned. One you consumed. We need both fun and hard things. But modern life has heavily tilted us toward consumption. DON'T START YOUR DAY WITH OTHER PEOPLE'S DOPAMINE Here's something I think would change a lot of people's lives. Do not roll over and immediately hand your brain to your phone. Because instantly you've got: Texts. News. Instagram. Email. TikTok. Other people's emergencies. Other people's opinions. Other people's lives. Other people's accomplishments. Other people's bodies. Other people's vacations. Other people's businesses. Other people's problems. Before you've even decided what YOU want your day to look like. I would rather protect that first part of the morning. Wake up. Water. Sunlight. Walk. Workout. Journal. Think. Plan. Work. Whatever your routine is. Just don't immediately flood your brain with novelty. You should decide the direction of your day before an algorithm decides it for you. THE 2.0 DOPAMINE RESET Okay. Here is what I would actually do. Not some insane internet detox. A realistic reset. RULE #1: Identify YOUR cheap dopamine Ask yourself: What do I compulsively reach for? Not what does the internet tell me is bad. What has control over ME? Maybe yours is: Instagram. TikTok. Shopping. Sugar. Video games. News. YouTube. Email. Texting. Something else. Identify the top one or two. Don't try to become a monk overnight. RULE #2: Take a meaningful break from the biggest offender If something truly feels compulsive, consider taking a real period away from it rather than constantly trying to moderate it. Try deleting it for a week. Maybe two. Maybe 30 days. See what happens. You might be shocked by how often your hand reaches for an app that isn't there. That's valuable information. RULE #3: Stop filling every gap This is a HUGE one. We're bringing back empty space. Stand in line. Just stand there. Drive five minutes. No podcast. Walk around the block. No headphones. Sit outside. Do nothing. Take a shower without content playing. Cook dinner without a video. You are retraining yourself to tolerate a lower level of stimulation. And here's the funny thing… After a while it doesn't feel low stimulation. It feels peaceful. RULE #4: Create phone-free zones Pick places where your phone does not belong. Examples: Bedroom Dinner table Gym Family time Bathroom First hour of the morning Last hour before bed Don't rely purely on willpower. Change your environment. Leave the phone somewhere else. Make the bad habit inconvenient. RULE #5: Turn off almost every notification Notifications are someone else deciding when your attention moves. Think about that. Unless something legitimately requires immediate attention… Turn it off. RULE #6: Stop stacking everything Coffee + Instagram + television + food + texting? No. Pick one. Workout + podcast + scrolling between sets + energy drink + Instagram? Simplify it. Let an experience stand alone. Food can just be food. Coffee can just be coffee. A walk can just be a walk. A conversation can just be a conversation. RULE #7: Get your dopamine through pursuit This is the big replacement strategy. You can't just remove things. You need better things to move toward. Exercise. Building something. Learning. Working. Creating. Sports. Relationships. Adventure. Goals. Competition. Skill. Experiences. Meaningful challenges. Get obsessed with something difficult. That is completely different than being addicted to consumption. RULE #8: Do one hard thing every day I love this rule. Every day, intentionally do something that you'd rather avoid. Workout hard. Make the phone call. Send the proposal. Clean the closet. Have the conversation. Finish the project. Run the hill. Get into the cold water if that's safe for you. Walk when you'd rather sit. Do the thing you've been procrastinating. You start creating evidence: "I don't have to feel like doing something in order to do it." That is power. RULE #9: Prioritize sleep Your brain isn't operating independently of your body. If you're chronically sleep-deprived, everything becomes harder. Motivation. Impulse control. Training. Food choices. Emotional regulation. Focus. Peter Attia and Huberman both hammer sleep for a reason. If we're trying to optimize our brain while sleeping five hours… We're focusing on the wrong end of the problem. RULE #10: Morning sunlight and movement Huberman talks frequently about getting outdoor light early in the day to anchor your circadian system. I love pairing that with movement. Outside. Walk. Light. No Instagram. Let your nervous system wake up naturally. It's incredibly simple. And simple things done repeatedly tend to beat complicated hacks. THE 24-HOUR CHALLENGE Here is your challenge. For the next 24 hours: No phone for the first 30 minutes after waking. No social media until you've completed something productive. Turn off unnecessary notifications. No phone while eating. Take one walk without headphones. Do one difficult thing you've been avoiding. No double-screening. If you're watching TV, you're not also scrolling. Put your phone outside your bedroom tonight. Let yourself experience boredom. Notice every time you instinctively reach for stimulation. Don't judge yourself. Observe yourself. Because awareness is the beginning of changing anything. THEN TRY SEVEN DAYS Now let's level it up. For seven days: Reduce your biggest cheap-dopamine behavior dramatically. You don't need to eliminate all pleasure. In fact, please don't. Go to dinner. Laugh. Drink your coffee. Listen to music. Hang with friends. Enjoy your life. This isn't punishment. We're trying to reclaim our ability to enjoy NORMAL things. That's the goal. Less artificial stimulation. More real life. ASK YOURSELF THIS QUESTION Before you reach for something, ask: Am I choosing this, or am I escaping something? That question can completely change things. Why am I opening Instagram? Because I intentionally decided to spend 15 minutes enjoying it? Fine. Or because this task got difficult? Why am I eating this? Because I'm hungry and I want it? Fine. Or because I'm uncomfortable? Why am I drinking? Because I'm celebrating with friends? Or because I can't tolerate sitting with how I feel? Why am I checking email for the 47th time? Because I'm waiting for something important? Or because working on the project in front of me is harder? That pause between impulse and behavior… That's where your power is. CHEAP DOPAMINE VS EARNED DOPAMINE This is the easiest way I can summarize the episode. Cheap dopamine: Consume. Scroll. Click. Watch. Refresh. Snack. Buy. Escape. Earned dopamine: Build. Train. Create. Learn. Connect. Explore. Compete. Finish. Accomplish. The first category isn't evil. But if the balance of your life is overwhelmingly consumption… Don't be surprised when your motivation disappears. Shift the ratio. More creating. Less consuming. More doing. Less watching. More participating. Less observing. More real life. Less digital life. WE NEED ANTICIPATION BACK I think anticipation is disappearing. When everything is immediately available… There's nothing to look forward to. And looking forward to something is part of the fun. Plan the trip. Wait for Friday night. Save the amazing dessert for dinner. Don't buy everything the second you want it. Put the concert on the calendar. Build toward the race. Earn the reward. Delay things intentionally sometimes. The waiting isn't ruining the experience. The waiting IS part of the experience. YOUR LIFE SHOULD NOT NEED CONSTANT ENTERTAINMENT This might be the line I want you to remember. You should not need to be entertained every minute in order to enjoy your life. Your kids shouldn't either. We need boring car rides. We need afternoons with nothing scheduled. We need conversations without phones. We need walks. We need staring out the freaking window. We need thinking. We need daydreaming. We need opportunities for our brains to say: "Okay… what should we do?" Creativity often appears after the stimulation disappears. THE GOAL IS NOT LOWER DOPAMINE This is important. We're not trying to crush dopamine. We're not trying to become emotionless. We're not trying to avoid things that make us feel amazing. We're trying to protect our ability to feel amazing. That's different. We want the vacation to feel incredible. The concert. The accomplishment. The amazing dinner. The business win. The race. The adventure. The hug. The goal. The experience. We just don't need to manufacture an artificial mini-version of that feeling 800 times between breakfast and lunch. Leave some room. Let your baseline exist without constantly smashing the stimulation button.   Here's what I think is so interesting about all of this. We have designed a world where almost everything that used to require effort can now be accessed instantly. And that sounds like freedom. But if we're not careful… Convenience becomes dependence. Entertainment becomes distraction. Pleasure becomes compulsion. And access becomes addiction. The answer isn't to reject modern life. I'm certainly not giving up my phone. I'm not giving up coffee. I'm not giving up Instagram. I'm not giving up amazing food or concerts or trips or all the fun things. I want MORE life. That's actually the entire point. I don't want to spend my life looking down at a screen getting tiny rewards when there are enormous rewards available by actually participating in life. I want the dopamine from doing the workout I didn't want to do. Building the business. Taking the trip. Making the memory. Trying something new. Getting really freaking good at something. Having an amazing conversation. Being completely present with my kids. Creating something I'm proud of. Doing something hard. That's the dopamine I want more of. And maybe the simplest takeaway from this whole episode is this: Stop making pleasure so easy and effort so optional. Let yourself work for things. Let yourself wait for things. Let yourself be bored. Let yourself struggle. Let yourself anticipate. Let yourself earn some of the really good feelings. Because when we stop trying to make every moment maximally stimulating… Something really cool happens. Normal life starts becoming awesome again. And that is how to be awesome at resetting your dopamine.

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Should you text or email? Well, think about it. Who texts you that actually reads them - friends, right? Have you tested the SMS process?  Is it automated or manual? These make a difference for your high-end customers. Jim and Stew discuss the process and steps to help you make the most of the variety of ways you communicate with customers. For More info- Facebook Group – Sales Copy and Content Marketing Hacks at https://www.facebook.com/groups/copywritingandcontenthacks and for more information on the wizards used to make outstanding sales copy check out https://www.CopyandContent.ai

The rapid emergence of AI agents designed to function as intuitive personal assistants for the general public. Startups like Instinct and Town are gaining significant momentum by automating complex daily tasks, such as booking travel and managing organizational data, through familiar communication channels like texting. While venture capitalists have driven Instinct's valuation to $2.5 billion, industry experts remain cautious about the significant privacy trade-offs and the broad legal permissions these autonomous systems require. Critics also argue that while these tools offer convenience, they should not replace human oversight or the need for better design in existing software interfaces. Ultimately, the sources highlight a shift from static AI toward proactive technology that can execute transactions on a user's behalf.

Dating after divorce isn't a downgrade. It's the first time you get to pick a partner with your eyes wide open, and that's exactly what I'm digging into this episode.I walk through what's genuinely different about dating in midlife: the full history you're carrying, the fact that your intentions have shifted from figuring yourself out to actually knowing what you want, and why a smaller dating pool raises the stakes on every single date. I get into my biggest pet peeve, texting standing in for real conversation, the physical changes that change how intimacy actually works, and why the terrain feels rougher this time, from rebuilding a social circle from scratch to navigating kids, exes, and logistics that never existed the first time around.I also get into the part nobody prepares you for: dating later in life comes with real advantages. No ticking clock. No pressure. The ability to filter for character instead of potential, because you've watched enough people over enough decades to spot the patterns early. And a bonus round of tips for anyone braving the apps, including the photos that help you and the ones that hurt you.If you're dating after divorce right now, approach it with excitement instead of fear. Yes, there are moments that suck. There are also more moments of meeting new people, learning new things, and trying activities you never would have imagined earlier in life.Join the waitlist for my upcoming coaching program for midlife men HERE. In This Episode:0:00 – Dating After Divorce Isn't a Downgrade0:09 – Welcome to Taboo to Truth0:24 – Today's Topic: What's Really Different About Dating After Divorce0:57 – Full History, New Intentions & a Smaller Pool1:59 – More Baggage, Texting & Physical Changes2:47 – Why the Terrain Feels Rougher (Rebuilding, Grief & Logistics)3:43 – Newsletter Break4:00 – Rejection Hits Different — Then the Real Advantages4:34 – Filtering for Character, Better Sex & Choosing Connection5:11 – Bonus: Online Dating & Profile Tips6:38 – Approach It With ExcitementTo watch the video version of this episode, head over to YouTube!About The Host:Karen Bigman, a Sexual Health Alliance Certified Sex Educator, Life, and Menopause Coach, tackles the often-taboo subject of sexuality with a straightforward and candid approach. We explore the intricacies of sex during perimenopause, post-menopause, and andropause, offering insights and support for all those experiencing these transformative phases.This podcast is not intended to give medical advice. Karen Bigman is not a medical professional. For any medical questions or issues, please visit your licensed medical provider.Looking for some fresh perspective on sex in midlife? You can find me here:Email: karen@taboototruth.comWebsite: https://www.taboototruth.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taboototruthYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@taboototruthpodcastSubstack: https://karenbigman.substack.comTake control of your pleasure with my Pleasure Playbook, filled with tips to help you connect with your body and enhance intimacy. Download it now at www.taboototruth.com/pleasureplaybook.LINKS, RESOURCES, EXCLUSIVE VIP DISCOUNTS & FREEBIES

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Jordana and Jared discuss a dating app match who canceled a first date after there was a lull in texting and then sent practically a full dissertation explaining his communication style as if his date was in the wrong for not knowing. J&J also answer whether wearing an ex's gift years later means you're still thinking about them, if a co-ed bachelor party where partners aren't invited is petty, and whether a filthy apartment is an instant deal breaker! Also Jared shares how he shares his upgrade on a flight with his girlfriend instead of taking it for himself – growth!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Want to hear exactly what it sounds like to cold call motivated sellers, navigate tough objections, and lock down highly profitable wholesale deals in real time? In this live action episode, Brent Daniels hits the phones and makes live calls to a batch of inbound seller leads across the country. You will hear exactly how Brent utilizes the Four Pillars of prequalifying to instantly gauge a seller's true motivation, the exact tone and pacing he uses to keep sellers talking even when they are guarded, and how he masterfully handles a seller who wants double what their property is actually worth. You will also witness the raw reality of cold calling, including the rejections, the dead ends, and the power of the "double dial." Be a part of the TTP training program now.---------Show notes:(0:00) Beginning of today's episode(1:55) Calling a distressed property owner in South Carolina(3:39) Why a bad tenant situation forced this seller to want out immediately(11:41) Prequalifying the seller's price and timeline expectations(14:15) The exact script to transition into closing the deal(19:16) Calling a seller in San Antonio who came in hot and guarded(21:39) Why Brent told this seller to list with an agent instead of selling for cash(28:22) Dealing with a seller whose price expectations were completely unrealistic(31:24) Why the only real bottleneck in your business is conversations and offers(32:27) The power of the "Double Dial" to get past unknown number screening(34:11) Texting a seller who hung up to re-engage the conversation----------Resources:TTP LeadsTo speak with Brent or one of our other expert coaches call (281) 835-4201 or schedule your free discovery call here to learn about our mentorship programs and become part of the TribeGo to Wholesalingincgroup.com to become part of one of the fastest growing Facebook communities in the Wholesaling space. Get all of your burning Wholesaling questions answered, gain access to JV partnerships, and connect with other "success minded" Rhinos in the community.It's 100% free to join. The opportunities in this community  are endless, what are you waiting for?

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Texting shouldn't feel so dang hard. You overthink every word, send the message, wait for her reply—and still get ghosted! In this episode of the "How to Get a Girlfriend Podcast," dating coach and bestselling author Connell Barrett shares his 10 Texting Commandments: 10 rules for messaging women that will free you from your texting chains. Stop overthinking every message, and start getting women writing you back, flirting with you, and saying yes to dates.NOT SURE HOW TO FLIRT? LOW ON DATING CONFIDENCE? BOOK A FREE CONSULTATION WITH CONNELL:DatingTransformation.comGET A FREE COPY OF CONNELL'S BESTSELLING BOOK, “DATING SUCKS BUT YOU DON'T”:Email: connell@datingtransformation.com (Write “Free Book” in Subject Line)

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NEW! Little Big Affirmations Deck for Kids: Check it out.   Click here to Shop Affirmation Decks, Oracle Decks, and more! Use Promo code: RCPODCAST20 for 20% off your first order!   Today's Power Affirmation: I store in my body that which I seek.   Today's Oracle of Motivation: If you've lost your marbles, have you checked your pockets? Texting everyone in your phone about how shitty you feel after pounding margaritas with your BFF, "Blackout Becky", will only escalate the pity party for you and the unfortunate recipient of your complaints. Instead of channeling negative vibes to the peeps you love, slow down and focus on the support that you already have - like that fresh glass of hydrating water, the magic detox filter in your liver, or the hot rubber ducky bubble bath in your near future. When you take a ride on the pound-town-complain train, you never end up where you want to go. You just might find your marbles if you look inside your heart.   Designed to Motivate Your Creative Maniac Mind The 60-Second Power Affirmations Podcast is designed to help you focus, affirm your visions, and harness the power within your creative maniac mind! Join us every Monday and Thursday for a new 60-second power affirmation followed by a blast of oracle motivation from the Universe (+ a quick breathing meditation). It's time to take off your procrastination diaper and share your musings with the world!   For more musings, visit RageCreate.com     Leave a Review & Share! Apple Podcast reviews are one of THE most important factors for podcasts. If you enjoy the show, please take a second to leave the show a review on Apple Podcasts! Click this link: Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Hit “Listen on Apple Podcasts” on the left-hand side under the picture. Scroll down under “Ratings & Reviews” & click “Write A Review” Leave an honest review. You're awesome!  

It's Throwback Thursday so of course we have to play Throwback Trivia! This week we have Thor vs. Sky! We all have been in situations when we are texting someone and they disappear and that really annoys us. Well we found a list of so many other things that people do when texting that we really don't like! When we were young there were so many characters that we loved. Well as time has passed, some of those characters are no more and there are so many new characters. Well we found a poll that asked young kids what their favorite character is to see if ours held up with time!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's Throwback Thursday so of course we have to play Throwback Trivia! This week we have Thor vs. Sky! We all have been in situations when we are texting someone and they disappear and that really annoys us. Well we found a list of so many other things that people do when texting that we really don't like! When we were young there were so many characters that we loved. Well as time has passed, some of those characters are no more and there are so many new characters. Well we found a poll that asked young kids what their favorite character is to see if ours held up with time!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apparently, humans are talking less, dating costs roughly the GDP of a small island nation, and picking the wrong restaurant might get you rejected before you even order an appetizer. Welcome to another funny podcast episode of The Rizzuto Show, where modern romance, social skills, and basic human interaction are put under the microscope by several men who may or may not be qualified to operate said microscope.The crew kicks things off with a study suggesting people are speaking 30% fewer words per day than they did 20 years ago. Texting, remote work, apps, online ordering, and our collective desire to avoid asking strangers how their day is going may be slowly murdering small talk. Naturally, this turns into a debate over whether small talk is an important social skill or just an obstacle standing between you and the salad you ordered downstairs.Moon admits that talking to strangers has basically become his personal training regimen, Rafe defends the lost art of actually communicating with another human being, Scott brings the small-town friendliness, and Rizz is patiently waiting for telepathy so he can stop participating altogether.Then things somehow get philosophical. Are social media platforms actually “social” anymore? Did we replace friends with followers? Are we eventually getting an app where everyone just grunts at each other? Honestly, don't rule it out.From there, the funny podcast chaos heads directly into dating.First up: is having roommates a romantic deal breaker? A dating trend suggests some singles see living alone as proof that you've got your life together financially and personally. That raises the obvious question: do men and women judge this the same way? Rafe has some thoughts, including exactly how much questionable housekeeping a man might overlook when he finds someone attractive. We regret to inform you the answer is: quite a bit.Money isn't helping matters either. A survey says 25% of Americans believe their financial situation has prevented them from finding true love, while the conversation introduces an estimated six-figure salary tied to feeling financially ready for romance. Apparently Cupid has updated his terms of service and now requires proof of income.Finally, we arrive at the Great Restaurant Debate.A 29-year-old comedian and influencer went viral after canceling a first date with a 38-year-old finance guy because his restaurant selection was too casual. Her argument? The restaurant a potential partner chooses says something about compatibility, lifestyle, and effort. The show's counterargument quickly becomes slightly less scientific: what exactly qualifies someone as “Chili's material”?Moon defends the right to have whatever ridiculous dating standards you want. Rizz defends his right to judge those ridiculous standards. Rafe points out that what many guys consider an elaborate special occasion might basically be what women already organize with their friends on a random Sunday.Somehow everybody has a point, which is deeply inconvenient.So what's the real dating red flag: roommates, bad texting, cheap restaurants, unrealistic expectations, or being incapable of carrying on a five-minute phone conversation? We don't solve any of those problems, obviously. But this funny podcast does provide plenty of unsolicited analysis from Rizz, Moon Valjean, King Scott, and Rafe Williams.Come for the death of small talk. Stay for the dating economics. Leave questioning whether you're fancy-restaurant material or destined for the 2-for-$20 forever.Follow The Rizzuto Show → linktr.ee/rizzshow for more from your favorite daily comedy show.Connect with The Rizzuto Show Comedy Podcast online → 1057thepoint.com/RizzShow.Hear The Rizz Show daily on the radio at 105.7 The Point | Hubbard Radio in St. Louis, MO.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Rizzuto is back from France, which means it's finally time to answer the question nobody asked: Can one man visit one of the most beautiful cities in the world and still come home with enough complaints to fill a morning show? Oui.An Amber Alert that woke up half the city before taking a bizarre turn, plus Scott's live music adventure at Copper Fire, where the performance went great once the minor technical issue of the speakers actually producing sound was finally addressed. We also learn that Rizzuto is approaching the end of age 47, supposedly the happiest year of his life. Great news to discover right before it expires.Then comes important local Italian-American business: the world's oldest ravioli maker is opening its first U.S. manufacturing facility in St. Charles. Naturally, Rizzuto immediately begins wondering why his invitation to the ribbon cutting hasn't arrived. If there's a giant ravioli involved and this man isn't allowed to emerge from it holding an oversized pizza cutter, then frankly, what are we even doing here?There are positives. The Paris Catacombs were incredible, featuring the bones of millions of people and the mildly unsettling realization that apparently enough tourists try to steal human remains that bags need to be checked on the way out. A nighttime river cruise delivered gorgeous views of the Eiffel Tower. There were baguettes. There was an absolutely elite steak sandwich. And yes, Paris itself occasionally managed to impress our extremely difficult international correspondent.One cab driver takes the scenic interpretation of “wrong direction,” keeps the meter running, and eventually gets into a heated French argument with Rizz.Travel chaos continues with a kid refusing to buckle a seatbelt and helping get an entire flight canceled overnight. From there, we examine airport security and the long-running liquid restrictions that have forced generations of travelers to choose between personal hygiene and bringing enough shampoo to survive Tuesday.A golfer allegedly fakes a hole-in-one for thousands of dollars using a sick-grandma phone call as cover, and somehow that's only the beginning of today's nonsense.Hill's Brazilian jiu-jitsu confidence gets the Rizz Show treatment as the guys debate martial arts, celebrity bravado, Michael Cera's hypothetical fighting abilities and why the people who could actually fold you into a carry-on bag are usually the least interested in telling everybody about it.We also celebrate Missouri's birthday with a rundown of inventions, foods and famous names tied to the Show-Me State. Toasted ravioli? Obviously. Gooey butter cake? Put some respect on it. The microchip? Apparently Missouri has been doing a little more than deep-frying carbohydrates this whole time.Crap on Celebrities arrives with another truckload of entertainment gossip and pop culture commentary. Mark Zuckerberg's massive yacht gets dragged into controversy after a stranded boat reportedly needed help in Alaska. Britney Spears warns fans about a bad Botox experience. The crew gets into movie box-office numbers, Spider-Man, Super Troopers, Bugonia, Weapons and The Dink, because apparently nobody can simply say “I liked the movie” without turning it into a federal hearing.There's also Harry Potter actress Jessie Cave discussing the surprising money she's making on OnlyFans without nudity, Blink-182 heading back into the studio, Five Nights at Freddy's becoming an actual immersive restaurant experience, and a debate over the greatest new wave singers that quickly proves nobody is completely sure where “new wave” begins or ends.A study suggesting people are speaking 30% fewer words per day than they did 20 years ago. Texting, remote work, apps, online ordering, and our collective desire to avoid asking strangers how their day is going may be slowly murdering small talk. Naturally, this turns into a debate over whether small talk is an important social skill or just an obstacle standing between you and the salad you ordered downstairs.Moon admits that talking to strangers has basically become his personal training regimen, Rafe defends the lost art of actually communicating with another human being, Scott brings the small-town friendliness, and Rizz is patiently waiting for telepathy so he can stop participating altogether.First up: is having roommates a romantic deal breaker? A dating trend suggests some singles see living alone as proof that you've got your life together financially and personally. That raises the obvious question: do men and women judge this the same way? Rafe has some thoughts, including exactly how much questionable housekeeping a man might overlook when he finds someone attractive. We regret to inform you the answer is: quite a bit.A 29-year-old comedian and influencer went viral after canceling a first date with a 38-year-old finance guy because his restaurant selection was too casual. Her argument? The restaurant a potential partner chooses says something about compatibility, lifestyle, and effort. The show's counterargument quickly becomes slightly less scientific: what exactly qualifies someone as “Chili's material”?Follow The Rizzuto Show → linktr.ee/rizzshow for more from your favorite daily comedy show.Connect with The Rizzuto Show Comedy Podcast online → 1057thepoint.com/RizzShow.Hear The Rizz Show daily on the radio at 105.7 The Point | Hubbard Radio in St. Louis, MO.Fabricated report triggered Amber Alert, 1-year-old boy was never in dangerWorld's oldest ravioli maker opening first US facility in St. CharlesWinter Weather Predictions 2026–2027: What's Shaping Winter So Far?Porter Flight Canceled After Toddler Blocked by YYJ Curfew: What Stranded Passengers Are OwedHe faked a hole in one. Now he's paying for itSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Internet scams are evolving faster than ever, with artificial intelligence making phishing emails, fake phone calls, and fraudulent videos more convincing than traditional scams. Jon Penn and Venable Cybersecurity Services Managing Director, Avi Schwartz explain the most common online scams targeting consumers, investors, retirees, and businesses, along with practical steps you can take to protect yourself and your finances. We discuss AI-enhanced phishing attacks, deepfake voice and video scams, business email compromise, texting scams (smishing), elder fraud, and payment fraud involving gift cards and cryptocurrency. We also cover what to do if you've been scammed, how quickly you need to act to improve your chances of recovering stolen funds, and why authentication, passkeys, and independent verification are among your best defenses. Whether you're protecting your retirement savings, your business, or helping aging parents avoid fraud, this episode provides practical cybersecurity and financial safety strategies that can reduce your risk of becoming the next victim. 0:00 INTRO 0:20 - Internet Scams to be Aware of 3:53 - AI enhanced Phishing 7:00 - Deep Fake Voice & Video Scams 13:39 - Catch Them If You Can - How to get your money back 15:37 - Texting scams & smishing 18:21 - How Much Can You Lose? 19:29 - Who are the Targets? 22:34 - How Long Can it Take? 24:40 - Dealing with Elder Fraud 26:11 - How to Prevent or Reduce Chances of Falling Victim to Scams 30:09 - Strengthen Authentication - passkeys 34:10 - Verify Before You Act (avoid urgency) 36:26 - Avoid Engaging with Unknown Contacts - Ignore it 36:55 - Double check all Financial Transactions 38:47 - Watching for Payment Red Flags (Gift Cards & Cyber Currency) 41:58 - Authentication & Verification are Key Hosted by RIA Advisors Senior Investment Advisor, Jon Penn, CFP, w special guest, Venable Cybersecurity Services Managing Director, Ari Schwartz Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer ------- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo ------- Watch Today's Full Video on our YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/live/Azt1_vs16bA ------- Articles mentioned in this report: "AI-Driven Fraud Scams Are Evolving Fast: What People Should Watch For and Can Do To Protect Themselves, Their Friends, and Family" https://www.centerforcybersecuritypolicy.org/insights-and-research/ai-driven-fraud-scams-are-evolving-fast-what-people-should-watch-for-and-can-do-to-protect-themselves-their-friends-and-family -------- Watch today's "Before the Bell" premarket commentary, "Markets Consolidate as Sector Rotation Strengthens," https://youtu.be/pG8vxTC6oco ------- Watch our previous show, "Do You Really Know Your Risk Tolerance?" https://youtube.com/live/m3KZ1fbws2k ------- Get more info & commentary: https://realinvestmentadvice.com/insights/real-investment-daily/ ------- * REGISTER for our next Dynamic Learning Series, "Savvy Social Security Planning: More Income, Less Worry," Thursday, August 6, 2026: https://streamyard.com/watch/tQ3PS8hd64mt --- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN --- Subscribe to SimpleVisor : https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new --- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #CyberSecurity #InternetScams #IdentityTheft #FinancialPlanning #PersonalFinance

Bobby talked about how for the first time in Billboard history, country has taken over the Top 5 on the Hot 100. Amy has a crazy story of a Mexican drug lord who had a beauty influencer shot dead by a hitman during a live TikTok stream after she split up with his son. We talked about how allegedly Travis Kelce wants to create a country album. Bobby addressed the controversy over the coyotes that have taken over his backyard. Bobby shares what are the Top 5 episodes of the Bobby Bones Show so far this year. Eddie shared why he is texting a high school student. Eddie shared how his salsa business is booming and Amy has a proposal for him so she can get in on the demand. Amy shares how she was shocked when she finally booked her trip to Ecuador.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scamming of your funds The Girls are all HOT BUT NOT REAL No video calls In fact no calls at all -- All Texting LISTEN IN and Get educated --- ARE U GETTING SCAM RIGHT NOW --- THEN LISTEN TO THIS SHOW --

Rebeccasode! Just a fun episode in which Dr Kirk presents a bunch of “this or that” questions to Rebecca. July 29, 2026 This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.00:00 Madonna, Whitney, or Cyndi Lauper?01:10 Dirty Dancing, Pretty Women, or Ghost?02:08 Fleetwood Mac or the Eagles?02:44 Cook at home, take out, or a nice restaurant? 04:02 Chocolate cake or cheesecake?04:55 Beach, mountains, or big cities?16:29 Early bird or night owl?17:35 Garden stores, thrift stores, or farmers markets?22:30 Dance floor or people watching?22:45 Sing in the car loudly or quietly?25:53 Texting or phone calls?43:55 Front row or backstage pass?46:35 Bare feet, slippers, or fuzzy socks?47:29 Redo your teens, 20's, 30's, or 40's?1:04:01 Vegas, wine country, or cabinSupport us by... Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/joinBecome a patron: https://www.patreon.com/PsychologyInSeattleContact us/more info... Email: https://www.psychologyinseattle.com/contactAbout Dr. Kirk: https://www.psychologyinseattle.com/about-dr-kirk-hondaWebsite: https://www.psychologyinseattle.comGet stuff... Merch: https://psychologyinseattle-shop.fourthwall.com/KIRKgram (like Cameo): https://www.psychologyinseattle.com/kirkgramThe Psychology In Seattle Podcast ®Trigger Warning: This episode may include topics such as assault, trauma, and discrimination. If necessary, listeners are encouraged to refrain from listening and care for their safety and well-being. Disclaimer: The content provided is for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes only. Nothing here constitutes personal or professional consultation, therapy, diagnosis, or creates a counselor-client relationship. Topics discussed may generate differing points of view. If you participate (by being a guest, submitting a question, or commenting) you must do so with the knowledge that we cannot control reactions or responses from others, which may not agree with you or feel unfair. Your participation on this site is at your own risk, accepting full responsibility for any liability or harm that may result. Anything you write here may be used for discussion or endorsement of the podcast. Opinions and views expressed by the host and guest hosts are personal views. Although we take precautions and fact check, they should not be considered facts and the opinions may change. Opinions posted by participants (such as comments) are not those of the hosts. Readers should not rely on any information found here and should perform due diligence before taking any action. For a more extensive description of factors for you to consider, please see www.psychologyinseattle.com

He was obsessed with you. Texting every day, planning the future, making you feel chosen... and then suddenly? Cold. Distant. Gone.If you've ever asked yourself "what did I do wrong?" - you didn't. You triggered his avoidance.In this raw episode, I'm breaking down the real psychology behind avoidant men - not the TikTok version. We're talking about why high-achieving, powerful women specifically attract avoidant men, why your closeness feels like a threat to him, and why chasing him will only make him run further. This is not about fixing him. This is about getting your power back. IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVER:Why he pulled away right when things were getting goodThe 5 hidden signs you're dealing with an avoidant man (not just a busy man)The Anxious-Avoidant trap that keeps powerful women stuckWhy your success and feminine energy can actually trigger his pull-backExactly what to do when he goes cold - to stay in your soft, high-value eraIf you've ever been left confused, anxious, and overthinking a man who pulled away, this episode is your closure. It's time to stop asking why he left and start understanding why you chased.Listen now, save it, and send this to a friend who needs to hear it.