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You've probably asked yourself 1000's of times . . . why doesn't my teen understand what the true value of a dollar is?  They DO have a definition, but is it the right one?  How can you help them really understand?  Here's an amazing story of how one mom and teen figured it out.  deeper dive: www.jellygeneration.com/Teen100

Do owls and glass make any sense together? Absolutely not, and neither does anything else that happened to us on this recording. With stories ranging from a spectral little girl in a blue dress to an invisible force throwing a mirror off the wall, the stories on this episode cover a lot of ground, and that's before things get weird in the studio. You'll have to listen to find out what the hell I'm talking about. Also on this episode: Paul Bestall - Celebrity Podcaster, Brennan's back on the road, and the thunder rolls We're up for Best Ghost Stories Podcast and Paranormal Podcast of the Year:  https://forms.paranormalityradio.com/paranormal-podcast-awards-voting   Music on This Episode: Main Theme:     "Radio (Into the Darkness We Go)" by Podzontommusic Stories Theme:  "The Future Belongs to Them Now" by Hexxagram Bumpers:           "The Detective" by Christoffer Moe Ditlevsen Other:                "If They Do, They Do" by Nathan Welch "Radio" and "The Future Belongs to Them Now" are used with permission, all other music and sound FX are licensed via Epidemic Sound.  Want more show AND ad-free episodes? Come find us on Patreon!  We have bonus podcasts, our monthly movie night, and so much more. Click on over to Patreon.com/GhostStoryGuys to check it out! Grab yourself some Ghost Story Guys merch at our Red Bubble and TeePublic stores! Comment? Suggestion? Story you want to tell? E-mail us at ghoststoryguys@gmail.com! The Ghost Story Guys are: Brennan Storr - Host, Writer, Producer  Paul Bestall - Co-Host  Luke Greensmith - Researcher  Sarah Kent - Support  Anthony Germaine - Researcher  Rachel GW - Facebook admin Pins and signed copies of "A Strange Little Place" are available via Big Cartel.

JESSE AND PAUL DISCUSS HOW OUR MEN AND WOMEN OF HONOR ARE BEING TREATED LIKE THET REALLY DO NOT MATTER, THEY DO!GOD BLESS THOSE MARINES AND ALL WHO FIGHT FOR OUR FREEDOM AND LIBERTY! THEY ARE SOMEONES CHILD TOO.THE PRESIDENT SHOULD TRY SOMETHING NEW , DO THE RIGHT THING AND RESIGN!

This week's guest comes out of the corn to join us in the #Lounge! It's MALACHI! Star of the 1984 movie, Children of the Corn, and SO MANY other great movies, Courtney Gains is the guest with the guys!Having played roles in movies such as the aforementioned Children of the Corn, The Burbs, Memphis Belle, Back to the Future, Can't Buy Me Love to name just a few, Courtney talks about what it's like being an actor throughout his whole entire adult life! With over 30 years of acting, he has seen a lot and worked with a TON of actors. He talks about whether HE gets star-struck, even though he's been acting for so long. Has there been a role he didn't know would be a hit when he took the job? Does he remember life before acting? What does he do to get ready for a role? They're all answered!Little Matt mentions Courtney has guitars on his wall and asks if he plays, and Courtney talks about his new album, "Acoustic Gains, vol. 1!" They then get onto the topic of music and how it has changed over the years, and how now acoustic is a "specialty." They talk about Courtney's role in "Queen Bees." A movie starring Academy Award-winning actress Elen Burnstyn, Ann-Margaret, Jane Curtain, Lorretta Devine, along with James Caan, and Christopher Lloyd, Courtney talks about being able to be in a scene with the leading ladies and how he learned from them even though he's been acting for so long!They DO get onto the topic of baseball and watching the Cubs on WGN when he was growing up in LA. He talks about being able to go to Wrigley and enjoy the experience of a baseball game at the Friendly Confines. Such a great time with Courtney! The guys would LOVE to have him back to catch up on things he's doing, and enjoy the time with him again!After their hang out, Sam, and Little Matt "Just Chat!" Richey wasn't present for the closer, and Matt had a topic he wanted to talk about, SO... they did! You can't have "Let's Chat!" without all three present, so it's "Just Chat!" It's a REALLY good topic... and it was good to Just Chat!Wonderful show! SO, sit back, relax, and #grabalisten!

Wondering the isles and miles of Protein Powders these days can be a daunting task! The claims, the promises, the confusing labels…these massive tubs of questions can be draining for the sole, and the bank account.  On this episode of Eat This with Lianne, we’ll dive into the mine field of Protein Powders. They DO have their place, but which type, brand, or dosage is best for YOU? We are joined by fan favourite Dr “B” to help and educate us all. Join in the conversation.

Maggie, Maddy and gorgeous guest Liz Thompson (Otis Mountain Getdown Festival, VT Comedy Club) take a journey through decades of horror movies and chat about the usual suspects (astrology, improv, etc.). They DO ultimately coming to the conclusion that nothing is scarier than real life. 

Trailer Hitch is in the house! James Lieske joins JP and Adam to talk about all the best cowboys, and whether or not they have daddy issues. Spoiler alert: THEY DO! Between Michael, Christian, Locke, Charlie, and Ethan, this episode should have been called All The Best Daddies Have Cowboy Issues! Also, James missed the point and watched 11 episodes of Lost to prepare for his appearance on the show. Good thing he was trapped in his house at the time. Also, Claire is missing. Again.

To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1085/29 Watch cable TV for awhile and you’re bound to see a program about buried treasure in the Sierra Mountains or off some Caribbean island. Ever wonder why the searchers hardly ever find anything?An even better question might be what on earth does buried treasure have to do with government bonds and your savings account? Today, Kingdom Advisors President Rob West answers those questions and more. Then it’s your calls at 800-525-7000. The Efficient Markets theory. In the stock market it means that the value of a stock always reaches its perfect selling price barring any outside factors.Now, applying it to buried treasure it works like this the bigger the treasure the more likely someoneelse has already found it. A lot of folks are passing up some buried treasure in the form of government I bonds.Right now about the best you’ll get with your savings or emergency fund in an online bank is around 0.5% interest. Brick and mortar banks are paying far less.But, right now,Series I savings bonds are currently offering 1.68% that’s more than 3 times the online bank rate, and it would pay you $118 a year for a $10,000 emergency fund. An I bond is just another type of U.S.savings bond and it’s guaranteed to keep up with inflation. As with other bonds you get a fixed rate set for the life of the bond. And right now it’s right around zero. If you own an I bond you’ll get semi-annual rateadjustments. In other words, two per year. Right now, that rate change is 0.84%. Double that because you get two of them and your annual interest is just under 1.7%. There’s your buried treasure. And of course, I bonds are backed by the full faith and credit of the U.S. government. Also, interest on I bonds is free from state taxes and possibly federal taxes if you cash in the bond in the same year you pay for college expenses depending on your income. Theydo come with a few restrictions. You have to hang onto them for at least 12 months before you can cash them in. That means you shouldn’t put all of your emergency savings into I bonds in a single year. Also, you can’t buy I bonds through your broker or bank, you can only buy them online at TreasureDirect.gov. There’s nothing wrong with putting a portion of your savings into an I bond if you’re comfortable knowing that you can’t touch it for at least 12 months. If you can do that, you’ll earn almost $120 extra per year on $10,000, sort of like finding buried treasure. Here are a couple of questions we answered from our callers on today’s program: My daughter has been doing my taxes the past few years. She told me that I do not need to file taxes this year since social security is my only income, is that correct? I had an accident a couple years ago and I will be receiving a settlement soon. What is the wise thing to do with the money I will receive? I recently graduated from college. All of my loans are on hold because of Covid. What is the best way to pay these down? How do you know which charities are legitimate? Is it wise to refinance right now? Ask your questions at (800) 525-7000 or email them toQuestions@MoneyWise.org. Visit our website atMoneyWise.orgwhere you can connect with a MoneyWise Coach, purchase books, and even download free, helpful resources like the MoneyWise app. Like and Follow us on Facebook atMoneyWise Mediafor videos and the very latest discussion!Remember that it’s your prayerful and financial support that keeps MoneyWise on the air. Help us continue this outreach by clicking the Donate tab at the top of the page.

Crit Academy discusses 5 Worldbuilding Faction Tips from Roc Humet over at World Anvil! Organizations are extremely important in any setting. Governments, companies, religions… they’re the ones who rule over your world. They set things in motion. They DO things! And more importantly, they’re utterly memorable for your players and readers and give character to your worldbuilding. Join us as we give our cover these tips and top it off with our own thoughts and ideas! However, creating a whole organization can feel a bit daunting, right? Well, in this post, I’ll make worldbuilding factions much easier for you! We’ll talk about how your organization works, but also how it looks from the outside and how it relates to other factions. Let’s unpack that!

On Episode 451 of Hittin' Season, John Stolnis, Liz Roscher & Justin Klugh tackle the latest Phillies/MLB rumors and notes including: Braves rumored interest in J.T. Realmuto (and why it's not real) How much better have the Nationals gotten this off-season? Will Andrelton Simmons be the Phils' answer at shortstop? The latest with MLB's Labor WARz Also, apologies for some mic issues early in the show. They DO get resolved during the podcast. Thanks for your patience and understanding for the brief technical difficulties! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do Not Go Gentle into that Good NightDylan Thomas迪伦·托马斯Do not go gentle into that good night,Old age should burn and rave at close of day; Rage, rage against the dying of the light.Though wise men at their end know dark is right,Because their words had forked no lightning theyDo not go gentle into that good night.Good men, the last wave by, crying how brightTheir frail deeds might have danced in a green bay,Rage, rage against the dying of the light.Wild men who caught and sang the sun in flight,And learn, too late, they grieved it on its way,Do not go gentle into that good night.Grave men, near death, who see with blinding sightBlind eyes could blaze like meteors and be gay,Rage, rage against the dying of the light.And you, my father, there on that sad height,Curse, bless, me now with your fierce tears, I pray.Do not go gentle into that good night.Rage, rage against the dying of the light. 不要温柔的走进那良夜，日暮将尽，老年仍应燃烧和咆哮；怒斥，怒斥这光明的消逝。聪明的人，虽然最后都知道黑暗是本色。因为他们尚未一语惊天如闪电，他们不要温柔的走进那良夜。善良的人，翻腾最后一浪，哭喊着他们的脆弱的善行，他们本可在绿色海湾里快意舞蹈，怒斥，怒斥这光明的消逝。狂暴的人，追逐并歌唱翱翔的太阳，他们明白的太晚，使太阳都在途中哀叹，不要温柔的走进那良夜。严肃的人，将死之时依旧盲目失明的双眼像流星一般欢欣闪耀，怒斥，怒斥这光明的消逝。而您啊，我垂死的父亲，现在用您的热泪，诅咒我，祝福我吧，我祈祷。不要温柔的走进那良夜。怒斥，怒斥这光明的消逝。

This week is all about having a good time!Have you ever just decided that you don't care what people think? Wouldn't that be nice? Meet TikTok sensations "Blood and Vampira"! You think you need sleep? Well, Blood will tell you it's OVERRATED! By the time we recorded this episode Blood and Vamp had slept just about 4 hours of the previous 48. Wanna know why? First....they enjoy the shit out of being together. Second.....the have 82,000 (yes, eighty two THOUSAND followers) to ENTERTAIN!How do they choose their songs? When did they start? How did they meet? Who is the cameraman? You have questions and we have answers this week. Quite possibly our first SING ALONG for ALL of us.....listen in! Go give them a follow. And, for God's sake, if you're gonna ask them to do something for you then send them a little money why don't ya? Listen to how CRAZY their sleep schedule is...for TikTok! You can find them here.....buy some merch! They don't claim to know every song perfectly. They don't claim to be able to lip sync them perfectly either. They DO claim to entertain you. That they will. Turns out the band "HINDER" found them entertaining....yeah THAT Hinder. Listen in and see how we know! See Blood and Vampira on TikTok HERE!Buy MERCH here!We also hand the Bad Libs (JAD for this week) to Jamie. Oh boy. NSFW. Really. Oh boy.....this one started off so wholesomely.....just the original 3 here running things. Then.... New Episodes Every Monday Wherever you get your favorite Podcasts!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TGCSODTwitter: https://twitter.com/TGCSODInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/tgcsod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tgcsodhttps://www.thankgodcancersavedourdivorce.com/

Dylan Thomas - 1914-1953Do not go gentle into that good night,Old age should burn and rave at close of day;Rage, rage against the dying of the light.Though wise men at their end know dark is right,Because their words had forked no lightning theyDo not go gentle into that good night.Good men, the last wave by, crying how brightTheir frail deeds might have danced in a green bay,Rage, rage against the dying of the light.Wild men who caught and sang the sun in flight,And learn, too late, they grieved it on its way,Do not go gentle into that good night.Grave men, near death, who see with blinding sightBlind eyes could blaze like meteors and be gay,Rage, rage against the dying of the light.And you, my father, there on the sad height,Curse, bless, me now with your fierce tears, I pray.Do not go gentle into that good night.Rage, rage against the dying of the light.Join the community todayfacebook.com/groups/businessandfamilymen

Did you put your 2020 vision board in the bin?  Whether you had a vision board or not for 2020 I'm guessing that your plans were QUITE different from reality, no?  There we all were in January 2020 making grand plans, getting excited.  Little did we know the Universe was about to pitch us a more than one hefty curveball.  So I get it if you're feeling like “vision boards don't work”. But here's the thing.  They DO work.  If you do them right.  Yes, even in a pandemic. You see, through the process of NOT manifesting some of the things from my 2020 vision board I have learned even more about the law of attraction and I'm going to share those lessons with you today. So in this updated episode, I'm not only talking about How to Make a Vision Board the RIGHT Way but specifically how to do it in 2021.  In other words, let's get you back to manifesting and let's curveball-proof your vision board!   Catch the show notes here: https://corijavid.com/podcast/visionboard2021 Get the answers you've been looking for at the Template Shop: https://corijavid.com/shop corijavid.com/workwithme

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I would never start off in life to be number two. It’s the latest No Filter Sports Podcast with Bob Page, Denny McLain & Lary Sorensen in for Eli. WOW, our 200th show! We thank YOU listeners and our sponsors for all your great support. “Student-athletes” in big-time college sports? They DO exist. Wait’ll you hear our guest,...

We have a VERY SPECIAL SECRET guest (sorry, it’s not Jennifer Aniston) and they discuss inappropriate birthday cards and widow peak shaving before diving into this week’s ep. Will the birth of his son make them turn the corner on liking Ross? Eh, probs not. They DO love Hospital Worker Ben and the foreshadowing of Chandler and Monica’s relationship. Enjoy!

PODCAST A Novel Is Culture A Symbolic Universal Language? © 2020 Volume 1 ISBN 978-976-96531-5-3From time in memorial there is has been a perception that anthropologists and linguists through their lens held conversations regarding the “effect of culture on language vice versa compounded by the fact that how language affects society and the way we global citizens think. Concomitantly, since the aforesaid seems plausible then the five fundamental characteristics of language include cultural relevance, symbolism, flexibility, variation, and social importance is critical to this discourse. However, logically speaking, in the scheme of things language therefore is perceived as a vital part of human connection. William Anderson GittensAuthor, Cinematographer,Dip., Com., Arts. B.A. Media Arts Specialists’ Editor in Chief Devgro Media Arts Services Publishing ®2015 License Cultural Practitioner, Publisher, CEO Devgro Media Arts Services®2015WORKS CITED "Language definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary". www.collinsdictionary.com. Retrieved 10 December 2019. "syntax". Oxford Dictionaries UK Dictionary. Oxford University Press. Retrieved 2016-01-22. A Novel Is Culture A Symbolic Universal Language? © 2020 Volume 1 ISBN 978-976-96531-5-3 Anderson, Stephen R. (n.d.). "Morphology". Encyclopedia of Cognitive Science. Macmillan Reference, Ltd., Yale University. Retrieved 30 July 2016. Arnauld, Antoine (1683). La logique (5th ed.). Paris: G. Desprez. p. 137. "Nous avons emprunté...ce que nous avons dit...d'un petit Livre...sous le titre de Grammaire générale." Brown, Dunstan (December 2012) [2010]. "Morphological Typology" (PDF). In Jae Jung Song (ed.). The Oxford Handbook of Linguistic Typology. pp. 487–503. doi:10.1093/oxfordhb/9780199281251.013.0023. Retrieved 30 July 2016. Cassin, Barbara. Dictionary of Untranslatables: A Philosophical Lexicon, Princeton University Press, 2014.Chomsky, Noam (2002) [1957]. Syntactic Structures. p. 11. Clotaire R. The Culture Code: An Ingenious Way to Understand Why People Around the World Live and Buy as They Do. New York, 2006. ISBN 978-0-7679-2056-8Darrow, A.; Haack, P.; Kuribayashi, F. (1987). "American Nonmusic Majors Descriptors and Preferences for Eastern and Western Musics by Japanese and". Journal of Research in Music Education. 35 (4): 237–248. doi:10.2307/3345076. JSTOR 3345076.Demorest, S. M.; Morrison, S. J.; Beken, M. N.; Jungbluth, D. (2008). "Lost in translation: An enculturation effect in music memory performance". Music Perception. 25 (3): 213–223. doi:10.1525/mp.2008.25.3.213. Fortson IV, Benjamin W. (2004). Indo-European Language and Culture: An Introduction. Blackwell. p. 186. ISBN 978-1405188968. "[The Aṣṭādhyāyī] is a highly precise and thorough description of the structure of Sanskrit somewhat resembling modern generative grammar...[it] remained the most advanced linguistic analysis of any kind until the twentieth century."Giorgio, Graffi (2001). 200 Years of Syntax: A Critical Survey (googlebook preview). John Benjamins Publishing. ISBN 9789027284570.Gittens,William Anderson ,Author, Cinematographer,Dip., Com., Arts. B.A. Media Arts Specialists’ Editor-in-Chief Devgro Media Arts Services Publishing ®2015 License Cultural Practitioner, Publisher, CEO Devgro Media Arts Services®2015Gittens,William Anderson,Author, Cinematographer, Dip., Com., Arts. B.A. Media Arts Specialists’ Editor in Chief Devgro Media Arts Services Publishing ®2015 License Cultural Practitioner, Publisher, CEO Devgro Media Arts Services®2015 http://changingminds.org/techniques/questioning/open_cloSupport the show (http://www.buzzsprout.com/429292)

The TOT Gals are NOT speechless when it comes to episode 4! The wheels have officially come off the season as Clare is determined to get Prince Dale to propose. Meanwhile all the dudes are like WTF...why don’t Prince Dale and the Oldest Bachelorette in history just get a room already?!?! Spoiler alert: THEY DO! But does this short love affair turn into an “I do” that lasts? Who knows, but the TOT gals do not hold back on their opinions. Listen along as Hillary offers insight to editing tricks that picked up on that producers, Katie K is NOT convinced that both Clare Bear and Prince Dale have hitchhiking fathers, Mary is ready for Tayshia and some new dudes, and Kerri is ready for more camera time for NASA (aka Ivan) and Demar (aka DJ Spin). Listen along to hear their predictions for who the new front runners will be for Tayshia and tune in every Friday for a breakdown of each week’s Bachelorette episode.

The TOT Gals are NOT speechless when it comes to episode 4! The wheels have officially come off the season as Clare is determined to get Prince Dale to propose. Meanwhile all the dudes are like WTF...why don’t Prince Dale and the Oldest Bachelorette in history just get a room already?!?! Spoiler alert: THEY DO! But does this short love affair turn into an “I do” that lasts? Who knows, but the TOT gals do not hold back on their opinions. Listen along as Hillary offers insight to editing tricks that picked up on that producers, Katie K is NOT convinced that both Clare Bear and Prince Dale have hitchhiking fathers, Mary is ready for Tayshia and some new dudes, and Kerri is ready for more camera time for NASA (aka Ivan) and Demar (aka DJ Spin). Listen along to hear their predictions for who the new front runners will be for Tayshia and tune in every Friday for a breakdown of each week’s Bachelorette episode. Click here! To watch the episode on YouTube Wanna watch all the TOTs episodes? Click here!

Though wise men at their end know dark is right,Because their words had forked no lightning theyDo not go gentle into that good night.Good men, the last wave by, crying how brightTheir frail deeds might have danced in a green bay,Rage, rage against the dying of the light.

Scott and Jake are going to Hell in a Cell and back in this Halloween Havoc SPOOKTACULAR!!!! What's that? It's not a spooktacular? They didn't do anything to celebrate the season or plan anything special for Halloween to bring you joy? Honestly they're the worst. It's like they're not even trying. They DO however chat all about this past weekend's Hell in a Cell PPV, NXT's polarizing Halloween Havoc, and AEW Dynamite's Town Hall and more! Become a Patreon Palski and support the show while getting bonus episodes, videos, and the weekly pre-show! http://www.patreon.com/compadres Shop Compadres merch at www.DragonWagonShop.com Wrestling Compadres is part of the Dragon Wagon Radio independent podcast network. Visit www.dragonwagonradio.com for more! SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW us on social media! http://www.twitter.com/CompadresShow http://www.instagram.com/CompadresShow  

Lesbian-Like History and Racial Othering The Lesbian Historic Motif Podcast - Episode 164 with Heather Rose Jones An unblinking look at the historic intersection of women's same-sex relations and racial othering In this episode we talk about: Finding historic writing from within non-Western culturesHabib, Samar. 2009. Arabo-Islamic Texts on Female Homosexuality: 850-1780 A.D. Teneo Press, Youngstown. ISBN 978-1-934844-11-3 Vanita, Ruth and Saleem Kidwai, eds. 2000. Same-Sex Love in India: Readings from Literature and History. St. Martin's, New York. ISBN 0-312-22169-X Morgan, Ruth and Saskia Wierenga. 2005. Tommy Boys, Lesbian Men, and Ancestral Wives: Female Same-Sex Practices in Africa .Jacana Press, Johannesburg. ”They Do it Over There; Not Here” ”They Especially Do it in Turkey” Masculinizing Women of Color A transcript of this podcast is available here. Links to the Lesbian Historic Motif Project Online Website: http://alpennia.com/lhmp Blog: http://alpennia.com/blog RSS: http://alpennia.com/blog/feed/ Twitter: @LesbianMotif Discord: Contact Heather for an invitation to the Alpennia/LHMP Discord server The Lesbian Historic Motif Project Patreon Links to Heather Online Website: http://alpennia.com Email: Heather Rose Jones Twitter: @heatherosejones Facebook: Heather Rose Jones (author page)

A new MP3 sermon from Hopewell Associate Reformed Presbyterian is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Praising & Led by Jesus on Earth as They Do in Heaven (Family Worship in Rev 19:1–9) Subtitle: Family Worship Speaker: James Hakim Broadcaster: Hopewell Associate Reformed Presbyterian Event: Devotional Date: 10/13/2020 Bible: Revelation 19:1-9 Length: 14 min.

Sometimes I notice that we are aiming for perfection over consistency when we are striving for our goals and dreams. In my experiences. Consistency has breeded character, and Perfection has breeded jealousy and a constant lack of satisfaction. Take the best golfer in the world, when you look at all things aside they tend to be really consistent. Do they have bad days? OF COURSE! But do they continue to show up day after day to get better and better, THEY DO. Keep going for it everyone!

On this episode Marek Wasilewski - SVP Global Sales @ Mavenir joins me to share his story! "Just When You Think Things Aren't Going To Get Any Better, They Do" is his foundation so get ready and enjoy Marek's story!YOUR INTENTION MATTERS...because that's the result you'll tend to get! www.everestperformance.com

We want our clients to want their goals as much as we want it for them, but most of the time it seems like they don’t. But that’s just it, They DO! We just have to do a better job at leading them. Scott and Janine have had success in using behavioral science to improve their clients results and level of satisfaction. They share what has been working for them on this episode.   Key Takeaways from the episode How Scott and Dr Janine think differently about health and fitness Is a cafe or shake bar right for your gym or studio? Where does behavior modification applications belong in a fitness business. What do you need to know to ask your clients better questions? What was the biggest change they’ve seen since implementing behavior modification in their business? What role does language play in behavioral modification? What behavioral modification looks in the real world. Are you neglecting the other 23 hours of your client’s day.   Mindset and Development What has been their most successful failures What has been their biggest surprise in the fitness industry Where do they go for  personal and professional development

We want our clients to want their goals as much as we want it for them, but most of the time it seems like they don't. But that's just it, They DO! We just have to do a better job at leading them. Scott and Janine have had success in using behavioral science to improve their clients results and level of satisfaction. They share what has been working for them on this episode.   Key Takeaways from the episode How Scott and Dr Janine think differently about health and fitness Is a cafe or shake bar right for your gym or studio? Where does behavior modification applications belong in a fitness business. What do you need to know to ask your clients better questions? What was the biggest change they've seen since implementing behavior modification in their business? What role does language play in behavioral modification? What behavioral modification looks in the real world. Are you neglecting the other 23 hours of your client's day.   Mindset and Development What has been their most successful failures What has been their biggest surprise in the fitness industry Where do they go for  personal and professional development

THESE ARE THE BEST CHAPTERS IN THE WHOLE BOOK!!!! They are the culmination of hundreds of pages of angst! There's cozy post-trauma lap sitting, lots of barf-worthy gazing, and the most extra misunderstanding of all time. They DO love each other!!! Who knew? Email to tell us if you were able to suspend your disbelief over their misunderstanding at twilightphasepodcast@gmail.com. Don't forget to check out our perks over at Patreon.com/twilightphasepodcast @Twilight_Phase on Twitter and Instagram Twilightphasepodcast.tumblr.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/twilight-phase-podcast/message

Where do our feelings fit into our faith? Elizabeth Laing Thompson, in all her sweet, spiritual brilliance, stops by to discuss her new book and help us make sense of this age-old question! Elizabeth drops some major truth bombs on the importance of acknowledging, appreciating, and processing our feelings in a way that honors our big-feeling God. As we switch off the "airplane mode" on our feelings, we can create healthy boundaries while simultaneously embracing the God-given depths of our emotional makeups. If you are in need of some soul-validation or direction, you DO NOT want to miss this episode! About the Speaker: Elizabeth Laing Thompson is the author of When God Says, "Wait" and When God Says, "Go." She writes at elizabethlaingthompson.com about clinging to Christ through the chaos of daily life. As a speaker and novelist, she loves finding humor in holiness and hope in heartache. Elizabeth lives in North Carolina with her preacher husband and four spunky kids, and they make her feel humbled but happy, exhausted but exhilarated, sometimes stressed but often silly well, you know . . . all the feels. Episode Notes:Where do feelings/emotions fit into our faith?How does God feel about our emotions and why did he create us with them?How does the scripture help us to use our feelings as a way to honor God Big Feelers:Feel it and feel it big.Gifts: Empathy, intuition, etc. Sometimes hard to make space for other's feelings and hard to pull out of the dark places.Steady Feelers:Can feel things deeply, but not as often. Don't LIVE in the big feels.Gifts: Can plan & feel simultaneously : Forward moving & can compartmentalize Can find it confusing when they are spinning from big feelings- Have a hard time processing their feelings. Reluctant Feelers: Can see feelings as being illogical, unproductive and distracting Gifts: Clear thinkers, logical, fair-minded, focused on facts & truth They DO have feelings, just usually don't LIKE it. Can shove things down and then it can explode in unhealthy ways. Can be invalidating or condescending of others' feelings. If it matters to you, it matters to God. That sets you free to feel what you feel and take that to God. The more we go to God with all of our emotions & pain, the more pressure it takes off of our human relationships. Many Christians think we should put our feelings in airplane mode when it comes to our faith. Telling yourself you shouldn't feel it doesn't make the feeling go away. Even if you don't want to feel a certain way, you can still work through it, instead of around it, through the scriptures and Godly processes. What does God want us to do with our feelings? Even the ones that feel or seem "unacceptable"? He wants us to bring it Him and ask for His help, intervention, and direction. Thoughts & feelings are extremely connected. We may need to reframe and inject more faith into our thoughts, but we can work through our thoughts in the presence of God.Psalm 139- God Himself is EmotionalHe made you the way you are- you are wired that way for a reason.Your feelings are a way to connect with God and reflect His heart.Buy the book by clicking here!Support the show (https://tithe.ly/give_new/www/#/tithely/give-one-time/678206?giving_to=Woven%20In%20Truth%20Podcast)

Description: So this is, perhaps, one of the longest episodes we've recorded, and of course, it had to be with the one and only Vangelus! This week was packed with plenty of news from SHODO-X 11, to Da Guava boy, as well as a 01 spoiler. After that, we chatted about how 01 went as a whole and just caught up with Vangelus on everything going on with candy toy. It was a genuine treat and I hope you all enjoy the episode! Timecodes: Intro - 00:00 SHODO-X 11 - 01:33 SO-DO CHRONICLE N-DAGUVA-ZEBA - 27:44 SO-DO 01 Spoiler Portion - 45:08 SO-DO 01: How'd They Do? - 1:14:08 SO-DO 01: How'd They Do? (Spoiler Edition) - 2:03:18 Outro - 2:20:22 News Links: SHODO-X 11, N-DAGUVA-ZEBA, SO-DO 01 Spoilers How you can support Black Lives Matter: List of Helpful Resources How to Help Donation Made Easy Hosts: Special Guest Vangelus https://www.youtube.com/vangeluscentral/ https://www.facebook.com/VangelusCentral https://www.instagram.com/vangeluscentral/ https://twitter.com/Vangelus https://vangelus.ca/ Frozen Stratos https://www.youtube.com/c/gomangoes https://twitter.com/frozenstratos https://www.shapeways.com/shops/frozen-s-foundry Josh Perry https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEUaTWR4_OYYz6xr0SFe8cA https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCr427L4uuvSzVC2UWkchBag https://twitter.com/livingrangerkey Malunis http://malunis.wikidot.com/about --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sodopop/support

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This special episode is part of our Morning Mindset Club Series, where we invite you to join me in my morning ritual of studying prosperity and success. We're kicking this series off by taking you into one of my favorite texts, Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill. Today, we're covering the ways you must utilize your knowledge so you can thrive in any environment. When you're taking on a new opportunity, how can you tell whether there's room for growth? How can you ensure you rise to the next level as quickly as possible? And are you willing to be patient as you climb to get there... making sure not to succumb to indifference? The answers to these questions are crucial, and we're getting into it all as we wrap up this juicy chapter on specialized knowledge. We're also discussing some aspects of life that might not seem like they'll affect your professional success, but trust me... THEY DO! Think about the handful of people you spend most of your time with. Do they know how to create success? Have they done what you want to do already? If the answer is no, don't worry! We're getting into tips on how to move forward if that's the case as well, so you can finally step into your lit-up life! => Access the complete Mindset program here: https://go.theunstoppablewoman.com/morning-mindset-club Join us at the Income Breakthrough Virtual Summit, November 6th – 8th https://theunstoppablewoman.com/breakthroughsummit/ Get your super early bird ticket now for 70% off when you book before August 4th. What To Listen For Why don't we appreciate free things? How to get (and stay!) motivated and ambitious – with zero internal conflict The amazing things that will happen if you cut out an hour of TV a day and do this instead Using money to motivate you How to stop overthinking everything The one weakness for which there's no cure The law of relativity – how to use it to make you rich Going from ignorant to omniscient The tremendous things that will come into your life when you invest in personal growth programs, online/audio courses, and other trainings you can do from your home Is it too easy to replace you? The law of sacrifice, and how it will affect your bank account in the long run The role that money plays in our lives Getting lost in perfectionism – how it will screw you over… and how to avoid it Sacrificing something so you can step into something more Bonus Content (30:06) Why you must expand your knowledge outside of your unique lane to really grow in your life and your business Doing your best… in a sustainable way You must give in order to receive Improving communication with your team so you can eliminate the possibility of resentment Resources Check out our free resources for listeners https://theunstoppablewoman.com/freestuff Join our Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/bizposse/ Join us at the Unstoppable Woman Summit https://theunstoppablewoman.com/breakthroughsummit/ Join the Morning Mindset Club https://go.theunstoppablewoman.com/morning-mindset-club Schedule a Strategy Call https://theunstoppablewoman.com/nextlevel

Lesbian-Like History and Racial Othering The Lesbian Historic Motif Podcast - Episode 47d with Heather Rose Jones An unblinking look at the historic intersection of women’s same-sex relations and racial othering In this episode we talk about: Finding historic writing from within non-Western culturesHabib, Samar. 2009. Arabo-Islamic Texts on Female Homosexuality: 850-1780 A.D. Teneo Press, Youngstown. ISBN 978-1-934844-11-3 Vanita, Ruth and Saleem Kidwai, eds. 2000. Same-Sex Love in India: Readings from Literature and History. St. Martin’s, New York. ISBN 0-312-22169-X Morgan, Ruth and Saskia Wierenga. 2005. Tommy Boys, Lesbian Men, and Ancestral Wives: Female Same-Sex Practices in Africa .Jacana Press, Johannesburg. ”They Do it Over There; Not Here” ”They Especially Do it in Turkey” Masculinizing Women of Color A transcript of this podcast is available here. Links to the Lesbian Historic Motif Project Online Website: http://alpennia.com/lhmp Blog: http://alpennia.com/blog RSS: http://alpennia.com/blog/feed/ Links to Heather Online Website: http://alpennia.com Email: Heather Rose Jones Twitter: @heatherosejones Facebook: Heather Rose Jones (author page) If you enjoy this podcast and others at The Lesbian Talk Show, please consider supporting the show through Patreon: The Lesbian Talk Show Patreon The Lesbian Historic Motif Project Patreon

Scott and Jake throw the format out the window for a while to talk about the horrific stories being told by countless brave individuals currently #SpeakingOut about the abuse that runs rampant in the wrestling industry. They contemplate wrestling fandom, separating art from artists, WWE's Positive COVID-19 cases, and the worth of it all as the pandemic continues to get worse across the country, and Florida, where the two major companies tape, is seeing the most new daily cases since the start.  They DO also talk a little about the week in Kayfabe as AEW and NXT both plan a two leek long "special event" and main roster WWE continues to hit and miss.  Become a Patreon Palski and support the show while getting bonus episodes, videos, and the weekly pre-show! http://www.patreon.com/compadres Shop Compadres merch at www.DragonWagonShop.com Wrestling Compadres is part of the Dragon Wagon Radio independent podcast network. Visit www.dragonwagonradio.com for more! SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW us on social media! http://www.twitter.com/CompadresShow http://www.instagram.com/CompadresShow

Greg talks with John Hampton, Lead Pastor of “Journey Christian Church” in Apopka, Florida on the topic of racial divide. Growing up in a white community John never considered himself prejudice until his daughter brought home an African American boyfriend. He felt the discomfort of this young man potentially being part of his family. It was then that God helped him to honestly look at his heart and confront his discomfort. He now encourages you, too, to look into a mirror with the honesty God requires and examine your heart about the Black Lives Matter movement. Remember, Jesus sacrificed his life for black lives, too. They DO matter. #HopeisHere #HopeisHereToday #HopeisHere.today #GregJHorn #GregHorn #HopeisHereLex #BlackLivesMatter #JohnHampton #Whatisinyourheart

Your team may have your business' ideal customer profile defined, but does it have an understanding of its buyer personas? A Marketing Leader, Persona Creator, Podcast Host, and the Fractional CMO of KenKay Marketing, Vicki O'Neill, encourages marketers to put in the work and define their buyer personas, to prioritize efforts and deliver relevant marketing to their ideal buyer.   Takeaways: Buyer personas go beyond the surface level demographics. Personas make up the obstacles, stresses, and emotions of why the buyer would begin to search for your product or service in the first place. If you do not have any buyer personas defined, start with one. Start by looking at the data you have on existing customers and pick out the best ones. Then have conversations with them, so you can understand their persona and then create marketing that speaks to prospects that are similar to your best customers. Our focus needs to be on the customer and their journey. Look at your customer journey and note how your best customers navigate from one call to action to the next. What are the different touch points they interact with? “[Buyers] want to see their peers, other customers, talking about the experience that people are having with a particular company or brand.” - Vicki O'Neill We have to be in the business of creating great customer experiences because at the end of the day the customers are the best marketers for the business. Career Advice from Vicki O'Neill - Network beyond your existing walls and do not be afraid to try new things. Be more open to approaching people that you do not know.   Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vickioneill/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/vickioneill Vickioneill.com: https://www.vickioneill.com/ Connect the Dots Podcast: https://www.vickioneill.com/podcast The Power of 3X Podcast: https://www.vickioneill.com/the-power-of-3x-podcast Marketing Rebellion by Mark Schaefer: https://www.amazon.com/Marketing-Rebellion-Most-Human-Company/dp/0578419866   Busted Myths: Businesses do not need to define their buyer personas. - They DO need to. This helps the company to understand their target audience and what motivates them to take certain actions before they make their purchase. It guides marketing to deliver particular messaging and releases them from the spray and pray mentality.   Ways to Tune In: iTunes - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-hard-corps-marketing-show/id1338838763 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1vVLpNI1LssMTiL6Kdsamn Stitcher - https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/the-hard-corps-marketing-show Google Play - https://play.google.com/music/m/Im7mytmu2wa2mekhoeixlja5hpe?t=The_Hard_Corps_Marketing_Show YouTube - Full video - https://youtu.be/eHgt--dthSM

Who says "free traffic strategies" don't work?They DO! I'm living proof.And so is my good friend and colleague, Scott Aaron.In this podcast, Scott and I have a very open conversation about his strategic approach on how to create wealth online and how organic traffic is the game changer when it comes to competing in a saturated digital world.Scott and I are both passionate about helping you, and showing you that...You CAN Build Your Business and Create Wealth with Organic TrafficYou'll want to hear from Scott and learn some new ideas about how to generate big results while building your network & your business organically!

Dylan Thomas Do not go gentle into that good night,Old age should burn and rave at close of day;Rage, rage against the dying of the light. Though wise men at their end know dark is right,Because their words had forked no lightning theyDo not go gentle into that good night. Good men, the last wave […]

This Trance Nights edition comes with some Techno Beats, Not sure if these are Trance Tracks with Techno beats or vice versa but Whoever said this two genres don't get along, trust me, They Do!. It will put you to dance and that is Guaranteed. >>Tracklist

We continue our discussion of the Tiger King but after marriages fall apart, the wives mysteriously DISAPPEAR! They DO return but we end there. Enjoy and consume.You can also find 2 Beards and a Mic on any platform you listen to podcasts. You can also follow them on social media on Facebook and Instagram under their name. (Also, follow us, you beautiful bastards!Instagram: FamilyWithBenefitsPodcast Facebook: Family With Benefits Twitter: @FamWBenefits.We don't own the music played herein.

Times are weirder than ever! So is this Podcast.... Look guys, Matt and Jarrod have been going through some shit, okay, We all have been. So, they did what they did and got wasted. But like Idiots they decided to record it. Love them as they love you! They Do!!! We all might be One!

"The BEST thing we can do for kids at home right now - is give them a routine. They DO crave structure." -Jodi

Had a GREAT dinner last night! Saw a YouTube video on the better way to open a spaghetti squash...across the middle as opposed to down the length. Longer strands, like real spaghetti! In this was salt, pepper & lemon garlic shrimp, capers, ghee sauteed mushrooms, and fresh oregano. Not sure how I'm topping THAT tonight! Hour two has no equal as all hours are different from each other! Every HOUR of the show stands on its own merit...and THEY DO! The Music Authority LIVE STREAM Show...recorded and on Spotify, Tune In, Podcast Addict, Cast Box, Radio Public, and Pocket Cast, APPLE iTunes, AND Google Play Music! Follow the show on TWITTER @TMAuthority! Are you listening?  February 1, 2020, Saturday, Hour two…Marshall Crenshaw - There She Goes Again@The Secrets - Nothing Left For You [IPO Vol 13]Athanor - 01 Now I Know [Hills Of The Universe] (@koolkatmusik.com)Tinted Windows - We Got Something@Beagle - Well, It's Only Pain [IPO Volume 4]Jamie Hoover - 03 - Repo Man [For The Record - A Tribute To John Wicks] (koolkatmusik.com)The Spring – VictoriaThe Ripcords - I'm Through [VooDoo Girl]The Successful Failures - 08 Oh Diane [Saratoga] (@FDR Records)The Morning Line - 08 Tripwire [North] (koolkatmusik.com)Råttanson - A2 Rejection Hurts [Full Scale Shakeability]Mr. Magoo - 06 Magic Pill [Hidden Port] (Clifford Records)Pure Milk - Idleise [Self Improvement]Nick Frater Music - 08 Strangers On The Bus [Full Fathom Freight-Train] (Great Sheiks Music)The Gold Needles - Goodnight Mr Tom [Through A Window] (Jem Records)Colm Gavin Music - since baby went away [A Voice For the Urban Darlings] (Beo Records)HANKY PANKY - Pop Sisters Records - 04 Make Way [Life Is Not A Fairy Tale]Hop On Pop – Tortured Artist (Chicken On A Bicycle)

Erica and Bob discuss the 1989 edition of Batman. Remember simple, yet effective superhero movies? THEY DO! Check out Team Puma Knife’s other podcasts at www.teampumaknife.com! Music: Mining by Moonlight Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Its episode 47 and the boys had a good week. Jake talks about Hosting for Mark Normand and Joe talks about being sick and not doing anything all weekend. Joe then talks about how afraid he is to fly to Chicago because he is a child and is afraid of planes, somehow we get into 9/11. They Do some more prank calls boi, This time its a Circle K and a Jew. Tune in and join the fun.

One of Cory’s friends from Portland joins him this week on the pod. Sasha (@saintsashaa) and Cory go back years to a wild night they can’t even speak of (for legal reasons). They DO talk about all sorts of other kooky shit though – including what it’s like to come out – as both a stripper and a lesbian – to your parents. Check out the episode and give us 5 stars and subscribe if you’re nasty. Patreon for the video!

Dr. G. Clotaire Rapaille is a French-born medical anthropologist and psychiatrist who consults with American corporations. He is author of the recent book, The Culture Code: An Ingenious Way to Understand Why People Around the World Live and Buy as They Do.  According to his website, he is also an internationally known expert in Archetype Discoveries and Creativity. His unique approach to marketing combines a psychiatrist's depth of analysis with a businessman's attention to practical concerns.  He has written more than ten books on these topics.  One of his books, Creative Communication, has become the standard reference for the French advertising industry.  He is a sought-after lecturer on creativity and communication. Dr. Rapaille's technique for market research has grown out of his work in the areas of psychiatry, psychology, and cultural anthropology. His work is an extension of the work done by many of the great scholars of the twentieth century, including Jung, Laing, Levi-Strauss, and Ruth Benedict.  He is interviewed here by QRCA President, Dr. Sharon Livingston.

As a member of the National Association of Black and White Men Together, I am always checking in with Democratic Presidential Candidate Pete Buttigieg, an out gay man. So how is he doing? Let’s look at the latest poll. According to a Quinnipiac national poll former Vice President Joe Biden has retaken the lead while Senator Elizabeth Warren's numbers have plummeted, . Biden receives 24 percent of the vote among Democratic voters and independent voters who lean Democratic, while Buttigieg gets 16 percent, Warren receives 14 percent, and Sen. Bernie Sanders gets 13 percent. As another point, In an October 24 poll, Warren received 28 percent, Biden had 21 percent, Sanders was at 15 percent, and Buttigieg got 10 percent. The Quinnipiac poll said “Biden is back on top of the pack but Buttigieg has broken into the top tier, apparently at the expense of Warren”. Meanwhile ,An October focus group of black voters in South Carolina commissioned by Pete Buttigieg’s campaign found that the candidate’s sexual orientation may be one of the reasons he has struggled to gain support among African Americans there. Of course, as a gay man this raised my hackles, I had hoped his candidacy would be judged by his policies and values. His polling is doing well and fundraising is good, so let him seek to be the country’s first gay presidential nominee. As of 2019 according to Wikipedia, all 50 states have been served by openly LGBT elected politicians in some capacity.There has been one openly bisexual state governor (Kate Brown);One openly gay person (Jared Polis) was elected governor after coming out as gay. No openly gay person ever served on the Supreme Court of the United States or served as a Cabinet Secretary. incidentally, there is speculation that President James Buchanan may have been gay or bisexual, President Abraham Lincoln may have been gay or bisexual. Buttigieg has struggled to make inroads with black voters. Among black voters in South Carolina, he received less than 1 percent support in a Fox News poll released this month. According to NPR: “Fairly or not, African-Americans have become the public face of resistance to same-sex marriage, owing to their religious beliefs and the outspoken opposition of many black pastors. Yet the presence of gays and lesbians in black churches is common. And the fact that they often hold leadership positions in their congregations is the worst kept secret in black America”. Buttigieg’s focus group shows the challenges he faces. Beyond that, participants also told researchers they were concerned about Buttigieg’s political inexperience, low name recognition and relative youth. Nearly all of the voters said they were considering voting for former vice president Joe Biden. The report said other participants suggested that while “they personally didn’t have a problem” with Buttigieg being gay, they feared Republicans would use it against him in the general election. Others worried it would make it harder for him to interact with foreign leaders. Buttigieg knows this, and his campaign maintains its low poll numbers with black voters is largely a problem of name recognition and pointed to ramped-up efforts the mayor has made in South Carolina in recent months. He has released his Douglass Plan Plan to “Empower Black America.” And perhaps this may help, but may be not enough to overcome these perceptions of some Black folks. Buttigieg has also faced criticism from black voters during his tenure as mayor which led to complaints on Black events and missteps. And before he became mayor of South Bend, Ind. in 2012, a recently resurfaced video showed he reaches out to a tea party racist group, saying he believes “we might find that we have a lot in common.” Black voters are not a monolith or vote strictly according to skin color. They are shaped by geographical location, gender and generation. They DO want to beat Trump, they do care about healthcare, income and wealth inequality, for example.

As a member of the National Association of Black and White Men Together, I am always checking in with Democratic Presidential Candidate Pete Buttigieg, an out gay man. So how is he doing? Let’s look at the latest poll. According to a Quinnipiac national poll former Vice President Joe Biden has retaken the lead while Senator Elizabeth Warren's numbers have plummeted, . Biden receives 24 percent of the vote among Democratic voters and independent voters who lean Democratic, while Buttigieg gets 16 percent, Warren receives 14 percent, and Sen. Bernie Sanders gets 13 percent. As another point, In an October 24 poll, Warren received 28 percent, Biden had 21 percent, Sanders was at 15 percent, and Buttigieg got 10 percent. The Quinnipiac poll said “Biden is back on top of the pack but Buttigieg has broken into the top tier, apparently at the expense of Warren”. Meanwhile ,An October focus group of black voters in South Carolina commissioned by Pete Buttigieg’s campaign found that the candidate’s sexual orientation may be one of the reasons he has struggled to gain support among African Americans there. Of course, as a gay man this raised my hackles, I had hoped his candidacy would be judged by his policies and values. His polling is doing well and fundraising is good, so let him seek to be the country’s first gay presidential nominee. As of 2019 according to Wikipedia, all 50 states have been served by openly LGBT elected politicians in some capacity.There has been one openly bisexual state governor (Kate Brown);One openly gay person (Jared Polis) was elected governor after coming out as gay. No openly gay person ever served on the Supreme Court of the United States or served as a Cabinet Secretary. incidentally, there is speculation that President James Buchanan may have been gay or bisexual, President Abraham Lincoln may have been gay or bisexual. Buttigieg has struggled to make inroads with black voters. Among black voters in South Carolina, he received less than 1 percent support in a Fox News poll released this month. According to NPR: “Fairly or not, African-Americans have become the public face of resistance to same-sex marriage, owing to their religious beliefs and the outspoken opposition of many black pastors. Yet the presence of gays and lesbians in black churches is common. And the fact that they often hold leadership positions in their congregations is the worst kept secret in black America”. Buttigieg’s focus group shows the challenges he faces. Beyond that, participants also told researchers they were concerned about Buttigieg’s political inexperience, low name recognition and relative youth. Nearly all of the voters said they were considering voting for former vice president Joe Biden. The report said other participants suggested that while “they personally didn’t have a problem” with Buttigieg being gay, they feared Republicans would use it against him in the general election. Others worried it would make it harder for him to interact with foreign leaders. Buttigieg knows this, and his campaign maintains its low poll numbers with black voters is largely a problem of name recognition and pointed to ramped-up efforts the mayor has made in South Carolina in recent months. He has released his Douglass Plan Plan to “Empower Black America.” And perhaps this may help, but may be not enough to overcome these perceptions of some Black folks. Buttigieg has also faced criticism from black voters during his tenure as mayor which led to complaints on Black events and missteps. And before he became mayor of South Bend, Ind. in 2012, a recently resurfaced video showed he reaches out to a tea party racist group, saying he believes “we might find that we have a lot in common.” Black voters are not a monolith or vote strictly according to skin color. They are shaped by geographical location, gender and generation. They DO want to beat Trump, they do care about healthcare, income and wealth inequality, for example.

Optional-Hi! This is the final of the welcome series... And it’s all about tactics and strategy. Because now that you’re in the Smart Marketer community, you get tested and proven strategies from my $20M-a-year brand. Here’s a small selection of actionable content you can apply to your business: here’s no growth strategy more consistent or more scalable than paid advertising. In this case study, I give you the new strategy that’s allowed us to 10x our advertising profit, including a couple of our most profitable ad sets. When building a brand, it’s so important to look at what other successful businesses doing. That’s why we started How’d They Do?, a video series where we analyze the strategies of notable e commerce brands. Check out this one on clothing retailer Buck Mason. f you aren’t running a promotion to your community every 6-8 weeks, you’re missing a big payout opportunity. Want to learn how? Just read this post where I analyze the incredibly successful anniversary sale we ran for one of our brands. That’s a wrap for the welcome series — I hope it’s been helpful! You will continue to receive new emails with all my best content. Talk to you soon. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bhsales/message

Relatives! Was Hannin?! Welcome to another episode of Relatable Things With Mack And McBride. In their 6th episode Chaz and LaMonte talk to you about something they've been dealing with pretty much their whole lives.... being skinny (Chazney will say she's petite, okuurrrr). Now they know that a majority of society may not even think people of smaller or slimmer statures have issues, but they're here to tell you THEY DO! They touch on: "Skinny Shaming", trying to gain weight, that there is a thing as "too skinny", and the absurd questions they get asked about their size/weight.

Have you gotten so good at crawling that you are unwilling to learn how to walk? This metaphor is worth consideration if you find yourself teetering on the brink of a 'move' but afraid of a fall. It took 500 attempts to stand-up from a crawl. You did the hard yards; the rest is easy by comparison. You get to choose and none of them are wrong. They DO get different results, of course. Mentioned: Forbes; LinkedIn; skunks; hair shirts Listener of the Month: nominate yourself why you would be a fun featured interview!! YASSSS!! Let's DO this: email your nomination to hello@midlifemyass.com. SHARE this podcast if it made you laugh or your lights turned on, even just for a second, ok? Bless you~ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/midlifemyass/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/midlifemyass/support

Men, adolescents, athletes and so many other populations are never considered to struggle with eating related issues, but the facts are - THEY DO! So what does it look like when different populations have eating related issues and how can we help? On today's show Lucia and guest Michelle Felton, LMHC, CEDS joins us to talk about athletes and other populations who may be struggling, how we can help and the hope that exists. If you or anyone you know struggles with body image, eating related issues, or an eating disorder we encourage you to listen and to share today's show. Follow Us On Social @WellSeekers WellSeekers is great for mental health, holistic well being, stress, anxiety, self care, relationships, healing, growing, connecting, love, and life.

ManeHustle Media is on hiatus in August but please enjoy this rerun of episode 12, White Passing: Am I even allowed to claim Mixed-Race? with guest Gretchen Erickson. This is the first episode that we discussed the concept of "White passing" or "White presenting." As it is an older episode there is a rougher audio quality compared to now but it is still amongst the top 3 most downloaded episodes of Militantly Mixed.    Listen in while Sharmane aka Mixed Girl Mane chats with former high school classmate, Gretchen Erickson about the difficult topic of "White Passing" or "White Presenting" from the perspective of a Peruvian and White Mixed-Race woman, that just happens to look mostly White. We talk about the hardships of owning your Mixed-Race identity when you don't "look" Mixed and whether or not a White Passing person has a set at the Mixed-Race table. Spoiler alert: THEY DO! Mixedness is all about nuance y'all. * * * Produced and Edited by: Sharmane Fury Music by: David Bogan, the One - https://www.dbtheone.com/ * * * Connect with us on Twitter, Instagram, & Facebook * * * Militantly Mixed is a fan sponsored podcast, if you are enjoying the show please consider sponsoring us on Patreon or Paypal today! Thank you. This is a ManeHustle Media Podcast. Turn your side hustle into your ManeHustle.

After years of being a real estate agent coach, the amount of excuses I’ve heard as to why an agent can’t succeed is ridiculous. That’s why one of my absolute favorite things is to help people turn obstacles into opportunities. No matter what obstacle you are facing as a realtor I believe that opportunity is just around the corner and all it usually takes is a mindset shift. Stop making excuses and start embracing opportunities by pressing play on this episode! Start doing things differently and beat the sold sign It is incredibly disheartening to prepare for an open house only to find out that it has been canceled due to the property already being sold. How are you going to get those leads in your matchmaker in order to convert them if you never met those potential leads in the first place?! What if there was a way to beat the sold sign and start turning that obstacle into an opportunity? Well friends, there is. Start having your open houses the day the property is listed. If it lists on a Tuesday morning, do an open house that night. It may be unorthodox, but it will show buyers you mean business and help you stand out in a saturated market. Open houses are for every market What if I told you that your biggest obstacle was actually a lie? So many agents tell me that open houses don’t work in their market when I know for a fact that another agent in the same market is excelling in that area. You may believe that lie because you tried to put on an open house and it failed. Just because it didn’t work when you did it does not mean that there isn’t a way to make it work. Maybe it was the wrong season or maybe you had the wrong approach? When I take agents through the process of how to have an effective open house it is oftentimes a game changer for their business. You have to believe that open houses work because THEY DO. Your most dangerous obstacle is the one you don’t know you have In the world of “the more I do the more successful I’ll be” the idea of having two chase pillars seems like a good idea. After all, what’s the harm in casting two nets right? The most common example of this is running Facebook ads while holding open houses. The glaring issue with this is that if open houses fall through we become tempted to use our ads as a crutch. You’ve probably said things like “Well at least I have my ads”. I’ve found in my own business that not a lot of Facebook leads convert and if you use it as a crutch it will eventually cause us to fall on our face. I want to go deeper on this so listen to this episode for more insight. The most obvious answer is usually correct Sometimes the way we turn obstacles into opportunities is by embracing what is right in front of us. So many realtors out there want to become listing agents. My solution? Work with buyers that have houses to sell. I know that sounds obvious, but you would be surprised by the number of agents that want to be listing agents and are targeting first time home buyers. That is completely counter-intuitive. I became a listing agent without trying because I sought to work with people who needed to sell their home before buying another one. Stop trying to reinvent the wheel and just hop in the car. Outline of this great episode [3:25] How to beat the sold sign [5:39] When open houses don’t work in your market [10:19] The pitfalls of managing two different chase pillars [15:33] Becoming a listing agent Recommended Resources Easy Agent Pro - to get a website like mine (neilmathweg.com) go to www.easyagentpro.com/oj The Agent Marketer - to take your digital marketing to next level go to www.TheAgentMarketer.com To hear more great shows like Agent Rise visit www.industrysyndicate.com. Resources and Links mentioned in this episode Watch Masterclass “5 Steps To Building An Uncommon Real Estate Career”. It’s free. https://neilmathweg.lpages.co/agent-rise-masterclass/ To get my listing presentation tips, text “LISTING” to 44222 Join the Agent Rise Facebook Group (free) at Facebook.com/groups/agentrise To learn more about coaching, go to www.neilmathwegcoaching.com If you want to see my website as a REALTOR in Madison Wi go to www.neilmathweg.com Connect with Neil! Schedule a free 30 minute breakthrough call with Neil, schedule your call at neilmathwegcoaching.youcanbook.me And connect with me on ANY of the following social channels. I LOVE social! Instagram (@neilmathwegcoaching or @neilmathweg (personal) Facebook.com/AGENTRISE Facebook.com/neilmathwegcoaching Twitter And finally, if you would be so kind - leave a rating and review for the Agent Rise podcast on Apple Podcasts (formerly iTunes)

While Arrow has never actually had a love triangle between Oliver, Felicity and Laurel, it's safe to say their fans don't acknowledge that. In this installment, we discuss the ins and outs (pun!) of the Lauriver love scene from 1x22 and the first Olicity love scene in 3x20. How were these two scenes different? And why do those differences matter (and believe us, THEY DO)?

                         10:OO AM CST USA TODAY                            BLESSINGS EVERYONE, great to have ya'll today....  THROUGH  THIS PAST YEAR THERE HAS BEEN GREAT TRIALS, I HAVE HEARD, ALOT OF FOLKS TALKING ABOUT 2018 BEING A REALLY ROUGH YEAR.  "IT WAS FOR ME" FOR SURE!     BUT GOD, BUT GOD, AMEN THERE'S A OLD COUNTRY SONG,  I NEVER PROMISED YOU A ROSE GARDEN, REMEMBER, ROSES HAVE THORNS! YEP, THEY DO. WELL, WE'll TALK SHALOM,   EVANGELIST LACEY KAY GREEN laceykayministries@gmail.com pray for the PRAY OF JERUSALEM, CHILDREN , ELDERLY      

Distinguishing Between Persuasion and Manipulation | Coffee is for Closers For any profit-oriented sales person, any tactic or technique that leads to the sale is justifiable… RIGHT? WRONG! Who cares if you persuade or manipulate your prospects? THEY DO! It’s easy to fall into the trap of “just trying to get the sale” by telling your prospect that you’re product or service can and will provide them the MOON, even if it’s a lie. Every time I open Facebook or scroll Instagram, I’m bombarded with ads to “buy this” or “download” that. On each of these ads are things like “only 10 spots remaining” or “act now, the price goes up in 1 hour.” Sure, these scarcity tactics get people to buy, but they’re manipulative and inauthentic. And around here we believe that authenticity is key! When it comes to sales you want to persuade prospects to make a decision that’s best for them, not manipulate them. Shameca loves to share with her new prospects what can happen by working with her. She’ll share case studies from previous clients and allow the potential new client to make their own decisions. You want the client to believe that what you can do is possible, because if they don’t believe it, they won’t put the effort in and their success won’t come. Trust us! Authentic persuasion is the way to the heart of your dream clients. On this episode, Shameca and I discussed persuasion vs. manipulation, and how to use it effectively in your business. If you’re over trying to strong arm your clients into a sale and want to start selling with ease, this episode is for you! Shameca shares some of her biggest sales tips to use persuasion in the right way. *** Do you want to learn how to sell without the sleaze? My simple 5-step system will help you boost your confidence during your sales conversations and teach you exactly WHEN to ask for the sale – so you get a YES with confidence and ease! If you’re ready to take the stress out of selling for good, get the FREE 5 step Pitch Queen System now! *** Join me every Saturday Morning with your morning cup of joe or tea for your special Success Unfiltered bonus episodes of Coffee Is For Closers. Each week I’ll share my best sales tips, secrets, and tricks for entrepreneurs to learn sales without the sleaze, so that you can close more deals and serve more people with your product or service! To share your thoughts: Email The Pitch Queen @ hello@thepitchqueen.com Ask a question over at www.ThePitchQueen.com Share Success Unfiltered on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, & LinkedIn To help the show out: Please leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews really help and I read each one. Subscribe to the show on iTunes. Connect with The Pitch Queen & Join the others in the Royal Family: Website: https://www.thepitchqueen.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepitchqueen/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thepitchqueen/   Twitter: https://twitter.com/thepitchqueen LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelleweinstein/   *** Do you want to learn how to sell without the sleaze? My simple 5-step system will help you boost your confidence during your sales conversations and teach you exactly WHEN to ask for the sale – so you get a YES with confidence and easeyes! If you’re ready to take the stress out of selling for good, get the FREE 5 step Pitch Queen System now! Here’s to brewing YOUR Sales Success! Music produced by Deejay-O    www.iamdeejayo.com

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Today, we’re talking about A Star Is Born, the film released just a few weeks ago, directed by Bradley Cooper and also co-starring Lady Gaga.   I know, I know. You’re probably like waitttt a second. WHY is this even a conversation we’re having on Creatives Making Money? MOVIE REVIEWS? IS THAT WHAT WE’RE DOING NOW?   So first of all, this is NOT a movie review. It’s more of an evaluation of the story and a deep look into the various topics it touches on that I feel FULLY relate to creatives.   Now, I love this film, but of course this film isn’t perfect. All movies have problems, and so does this one.   I’m not going to pretend that it doesn’t.   The purpose of this analysis and discussion isn’t to compare the movie to previous versions of the story.  It’s not to tell you what’s good and bad and nitpick it critically. Again, it’s not a review.   The purpose of this conversation is to talk frankly about the open loops this film leaves in the audience and hopefully help you, as a viewer and creative, spark more conversations in your everyday life and/or our Facebook community on these subjects.   Now, if you haven’t seen the film yet -- there are spoilers galore in this episode. So just know that! If you wanna listen to this and then go see the film, by all means, do it. But just know you’ll want to experience the film first to get the most out of this episode.   So, as I said all movies have problems.   With A Star Is Born, one of the gifts and “problems” is that as audience members we are being asked to suspend our disbelief within the the very first ten minutes of the movie.Now this is true for a lot of movies. Movies create a world different from our own, and when you decide to participate you are agreeing to be IN the world of the move, which operates by its own set of rules.   In this case, There is NOTHING traditionally “REALISTIC” ABOUT how this story kicks off.   In the first Act of the film, we meet Lady Gaga’s character (Ally) as she breaks up with a boyfriend and expresses her frustration with the opposite sex. She’s a server. She’s a singer. She’s doing the thing that so many creatives making money can resonate with -- working the money job and writing her music and songs on the side --- because she can’t NOT.   It’s WHO she is.   We also meet Bradley’s character -- Jackson Main -- a beaten down alcoholic musician that’s already achieved his supernova status.   By some complete fluke, driven by his addiction to alcohol, one night after his latest concert Jackson stumbles into the bar where Ally happens to be performing. A drag bar. A place where she’s the only non-drag performer.   And Jackson is immediately taken with her. She becomes his muse. That night, they stay up all night and have a bit of an adventure. But what’s special here isn’t that he meets her and falls for her.   It’s that it all happens so conveniently and seamlessly, but as an audience member -- even though we are going “yeah right” at almost every turn, we’re also 100% ON BOARD.   And for a story like this, you have to be.   WHY? Because this is WISH FULFILLMENT STORY.   Here is Ally. And Ally is us. Ally is every person who’s ever had a dream, a message, a story, a passion, a talent and wished she could simply climb on stage and SHINE that big and bright -- like A STAR.   Ally crawls towards supernova status as her relationship with Jackson evolves. Now, as a woman watching this, there are some challenges here:   After they sing together, you know 24 hours after they’ve met, I can’t help but ask myself...   Is she really sleeping with him already? Does she want to?   Here’s another thing --   When you fall in love with characters, it doesn’t matter how fucked up they are -- to an audience, the more flawed the character, the better. We’ll get back to that later.   As the movie continues, we get swept away in their love story and the wish fulfillment of Ally’s rise to fame -- and we go along for this ride.   But the ride isn’t without bumps. (NO great story would be.)   More and more of Jackson’s backstory and trauma is revealed, as his tinnitis (and drinking) get progressively worse, and as Alli gets to know the man behind the fame more and more -- we see just how REAL their problems are.   We also see and feel their love, the excitement and adventure of the change Ally’s experiencing. Their singing on stage together, writing songs together, co-creating, the beautiful power of it all.   But when we get down to the primal nature of this story and where it HITS us.   It’s about this miracle that anything can happen, at any moment, and totally change your life.One minute Ally’s a server and the next she’s touring and shining her light -- a change she seems to so distinctly underline in her crooning of the signature song Shallow when she says “In all the good times, I find myself longing for change” a change so many of us can relate to desiring.   It’s one of the oldest wishes in the book. Our inner child calling out for someone else, God, the Universe, another person to sweep in and change our life. Love us. Believe in us. Lift us out of what we’re doing. Make our dreams come true just because we’re worthy of it.   And aren’t we all worthy of it?   As we go on this journey as an audience member, it can’t help but kick up ANY hidden dreams you might be harboring deep inside.   WHY? Because you can’t witness this type of EXPLOSION of wish fulfillment without examining what it is YOU wish for. If you’re being self-reflexive as an audience member, this is how you can allow stories to serve you.   Here’s what I want you to know… if you watched this movie, and it kicked up the dust of old, long-forgotten dreams, you’re not alone.   Then, we get to the love story.   OH their love story.   There are so very many moments and scenes where we see Ally and Jackson loving each other so purely, so truly, so genuinely, that we don’t care that he’s a raging alcoholic and that she clung to him to lift her out of her existing life. But this isn’t a story about someone discovering Ally and deciding it was a smart business move to sign her. This is a story about Jackson bringing Ally on tour to be with him romantically, and sing with him, and that decision changing the course of her life.   And even though it’s riddled with conflict (I mean, he’s an addict and she’s codependent), it’s tough to look at their love story and not swoon.Because through all of that, their love is so sweet and enduring that we can’t even judge it. We especially can’t judge it because it’s absolutely HUMAN to be either or both of those things. I don’t know one person who hasn’t been in a relationship at some point that didn’t somehow reflect what Jackson and Ally face.   This is where we get into shifting gender roles and the question I continue to ask leaving this movie which is whether women get to be superstars and have relationship.   I can’t help but ask this especially off the heels of Lady Gaga’s own stories of losing relationships as she became more and more famous and successful. (If you haven’t seen her documentary 5 foot 2, I highly recommend it.)   Both characters have to balance their careers with their private problems and relationship with one another. And as an audience member, I keep expecting relationship problems to pop up that don’t -- most of the obstacles in this film are dominated by Jackson’s inner world and struggles.   Towards the end of the film, and the end of their relationship, Ally considers cancelling her world tour in order to be with Jackson and care for him. This is after he pees himself on stage while accepts her grammy, because he was messed up on drugs and booze.   But we still love Jackson, and so does Ally. We get glimpses of Jackson off the booze and drugs. Glimpses of who he really is. And we see him hit rock bottom and fight his way to sobriety.   As for me, I’m grateful this story helps us love an addict, but it doesn’t bode well for the future of being an addict.   And, I’ll speak from experience here -- I know MANY artists who are artists because they feel more than others. They feel everything. They have a deep need to speak, create, express.  They can’t manage or function like “everyone else.” I’d say most struggle with anxiety and depression more than others -- and it’s not just the nature of being an artist that comes with that territory.   It’s also the undue pressure and strain of also being in a position of constantly putting one’s work out there over and over and again and again and the vulnerability inherent in that work.   Once you have the audience, you’re then creating for them. What if they don’t like what you’ve created? How will they receive it? Just because a Star is Born doesn’t mean that the struggles are suddenly gone.   Which makes you question the VALUE of your work (and occasionally yourself) altogether.   The film also touches on this topic as a Rock Versus Pop conversation. As Ally rises to a new level of fame, she ventures away from the pure piano and guitar and vocals rock music she creates with Jackson and becomes a POP star. Jackson seems to think that’s not “good enough” or “real” enough. In more than one scene he expresses concern about her authenticity and ultimately de-values her work when she’s up for a Grammy because it’s POP, and not always super “deep.” Earlier in the film, Ally also has a scene where she calls this out during a dance rehearsal, saying “I don’t want to lose the part of me that’s talented.”   Do we lose the parts of ourselves that are authentic and talented in the interest of commercial success?   THIS is one of those questions that we’ll always ask as we create and make money.   What IS the right balance between selling out and genuinely creating, purely, not for financial gain or commercial success? Does that type of art even exist?   And then there’s their parents. We learn that Jackson didn’t have a father who was present and available and healthy and cared for him. His mother died in childbirth. He was largely on his own, learning nothing but that he wasn’t loved unconditionally by anyone except his brother -- from what we know.   Ally had a strong father figure. Perhaps this is part of why she’s got a different emotional foundation, a toughness, a street smart, take-no-shit attitude that allows her to do things like punch a cop in the face at an after hours bar and think nothing of it. In many ways, she’s the protector of Jackson who’s never had a parent to do that job before.   And regardless of the WHYs of the parenting backgrounds each of these characters faced in their histories, we are still left with this resounding call-out around men and mental health. Particularly creative men and mental health.   Which anchors this story in it’s ultimate what I’ll call “resting place:” love and loss.   Watching this film, and Jackson’s journey, I couldn’t help but think about other recent suicides of people we’d consider “Stars”, such as Chris Cornell, Anthony Bourdain, Kate Spade…   Jackson is a tragic hero.   He chooses to die so Ally can rise. He chooses to die because he’s depressed and considers himself broken. He also chooses to die because Ally loves him too much to leave on her own.   But that doesn’t make the pain any less significant.   Films that end this way leave us with all kinds of loose ends to process.   We wonder...   Did Jackson need to die so Ally could rise?   It’s a movie, so in the context of what makes a tragic hero, yes.   But in the context of thinking about all of the people in your life who might suffer from mental illness, depression, anxiety, addiction -- no.   They DO need to seek help and get help.   This film is uniquely special in that it’s the type of project that doesn’t come around often.   It’s rare that films of this type and size get the greenlight. It’s a special moment in a career like Bradley Cooper’s to get this opportunity -- and to slam dunk it. And I mean that across the board. The music, the directing, the story itself, the ability to cast Lady Gaga exactly at this moment of her career where she’s already a supernova and is shifting how she shows up as an artist, stripped down, raw, vulnerable, naked.   I appreciate this film so much because it’s the type of project that doesn’t happen often AND it touches on all of this subjects so impactfully. It has a multi-media component as a musical and the music tells the story almost if not just as much as the film does. So as a musical, it’s on another level.   But the movie also leaves you in a state of grief, with a lot to process on, like…   Your dreams and wishes Your love life Your relationship with addiction and mental health Men and women -- and their unique challenges in the world Being an artist and the challenges that come with that Selling out versus being REAL Loss and grief   My favorite scene in the film is the scene where Ally and Jackson’s brother Bobby are speaking after Jackson’s death.   In that scene, Bobby says “Jack talked about how music is essentially 12 notes between any octave, 12 notes and the octave repeats. It’s the same story told over and over, forever. All any artist can offer the world is how they see those 12 notes. That’s it.”   And I believe that to be true. Life is life. Story is story. It’s 12 notes. It’s the human condition. It’s the struggle of being an infinite soul with an infinite imagination, living in a mortal body. It’s knowing you’re going to die. It’s loving and losing. It’s facing the time you have on this planet and making choices every day about what to do with that time. How you’re going to spend it well, and wisely and truthfully. What you’re going to create that you feel matters -- your legacy.   All of that is a lot. Especially if you’re struggling with mental health issues too.   Here’s what I want you to remember if you’re a creative and life feels hard today or just some of the days -- because I know there are some days you might feel like an Ally before Jack, some days you’ll feel like Ally after Jack, and some other, darker days you might feel like a Jackson -- remember that help is available to you.   You are loved. You are supported. You are valued.   You can reach out to a friend, to a call center, to a therapist, to a support group.   You have options. DON’T try to walk this path alone. You have a tribe available to you. This is a big reason I created a community along with this podcast.Now, I have some action steps for you that I’ll be sharing NOW -- because I’m not doing an afterparty this week. Some questions I’d love for you to think about and journal on, and feel free to share what you discover in the group.   Your dreams and wishes -- what do you want, really? If you could have life any way you wanted, what would you wish for?   Your love life -- What do you believe about love and relationship now? How is that showing up, or not?   Your relationship with addiction and mental health -- Is this something you, or someone you love, struggles with? What can you do today to help someone who needs support (maybe it’s you). Choose to walk this path with compassion and self-belief.   Men and women -- and their unique challenges in the world -- What’s your feeling about gender roles and dynamics? What do you have to face that’s unique to your gender, or your gender identity? How can you share that with others and provide and receive support?   Parents - how did your parents help or hinder your choices to be yourself, express yourself, and go for your dreams?   Being an artist and the challenges that come with that -- Are you creating the way you want to be? Why or why not?   Do you feel like a sell-out right now? Why or why not?   Loss and grief -- Is there someone or something you’re grieving right now? How can you create space for grief and let yourself truly and fully process the loss?   I’d love for you to think about and journal on these questions, and feel free to share what you discover in the group.

Today, we’re talking about A Star Is Born, the film released just a few weeks ago, directed by Bradley Cooper and also co-starring Lady Gaga.   I know, I know. You’re probably like waitttt a second. WHY is this even a conversation we’re having on Creatives Making Money? MOVIE REVIEWS? IS THAT WHAT WE’RE DOING NOW?   So first of all, this is NOT a movie review. It’s more of an evaluation of the story and a deep look into the various topics it touches on that I feel FULLY relate to creatives.   Now, I love this film, but of course this film isn’t perfect. All movies have problems, and so does this one.   I’m not going to pretend that it doesn’t.   The purpose of this analysis and discussion isn’t to compare the movie to previous versions of the story.  It’s not to tell you what’s good and bad and nitpick it critically. Again, it’s not a review.   The purpose of this conversation is to talk frankly about the open loops this film leaves in the audience and hopefully help you, as a viewer and creative, spark more conversations in your everyday life and/or our Facebook community on these subjects.   Now, if you haven’t seen the film yet -- there are spoilers galore in this episode. So just know that! If you wanna listen to this and then go see the film, by all means, do it. But just know you’ll want to experience the film first to get the most out of this episode.   So, as I said all movies have problems.   With A Star Is Born, one of the gifts and “problems” is that as audience members we are being asked to suspend our disbelief within the the very first ten minutes of the movie.Now this is true for a lot of movies. Movies create a world different from our own, and when you decide to participate you are agreeing to be IN the world of the move, which operates by its own set of rules.   In this case, There is NOTHING traditionally “REALISTIC” ABOUT how this story kicks off.   In the first Act of the film, we meet Lady Gaga’s character (Ally) as she breaks up with a boyfriend and expresses her frustration with the opposite sex. She’s a server. She’s a singer. She’s doing the thing that so many creatives making money can resonate with -- working the money job and writing her music and songs on the side --- because she can’t NOT.   It’s WHO she is.   We also meet Bradley’s character -- Jackson Main -- a beaten down alcoholic musician that’s already achieved his supernova status.   By some complete fluke, driven by his addiction to alcohol, one night after his latest concert Jackson stumbles into the bar where Ally happens to be performing. A drag bar. A place where she’s the only non-drag performer.   And Jackson is immediately taken with her. She becomes his muse. That night, they stay up all night and have a bit of an adventure. But what’s special here isn’t that he meets her and falls for her.   It’s that it all happens so conveniently and seamlessly, but as an audience member -- even though we are going “yeah right” at almost every turn, we’re also 100% ON BOARD.   And for a story like this, you have to be.   WHY? Because this is WISH FULFILLMENT STORY.   Here is Ally. And Ally is us. Ally is every person who’s ever had a dream, a message, a story, a passion, a talent and wished she could simply climb on stage and SHINE that big and bright -- like A STAR.   Ally crawls towards supernova status as her relationship with Jackson evolves. Now, as a woman watching this, there are some challenges here:   After they sing together, you know 24 hours after they’ve met, I can’t help but ask myself...   Is she really sleeping with him already? Does she want to?   Here’s another thing --   When you fall in love with characters, it doesn’t matter how fucked up they are -- to an audience, the more flawed the character, the better. We’ll get back to that later.   As the movie continues, we get swept away in their love story and the wish fulfillment of Ally’s rise to fame -- and we go along for this ride.   But the ride isn’t without bumps. (NO great story would be.)   More and more of Jackson’s backstory and trauma is revealed, as his tinnitis (and drinking) get progressively worse, and as Alli gets to know the man behind the fame more and more -- we see just how REAL their problems are.   We also see and feel their love, the excitement and adventure of the change Ally’s experiencing. Their singing on stage together, writing songs together, co-creating, the beautiful power of it all.   But when we get down to the primal nature of this story and where it HITS us.   It’s about this miracle that anything can happen, at any moment, and totally change your life.One minute Ally’s a server and the next she’s touring and shining her light -- a change she seems to so distinctly underline in her crooning of the signature song Shallow when she says “In all the good times, I find myself longing for change” a change so many of us can relate to desiring.   It’s one of the oldest wishes in the book. Our inner child calling out for someone else, God, the Universe, another person to sweep in and change our life. Love us. Believe in us. Lift us out of what we’re doing. Make our dreams come true just because we’re worthy of it.   And aren’t we all worthy of it?   As we go on this journey as an audience member, it can’t help but kick up ANY hidden dreams you might be harboring deep inside.   WHY? Because you can’t witness this type of EXPLOSION of wish fulfillment without examining what it is YOU wish for. If you’re being self-reflexive as an audience member, this is how you can allow stories to serve you.   Here’s what I want you to know… if you watched this movie, and it kicked up the dust of old, long-forgotten dreams, you’re not alone.   Then, we get to the love story.   OH their love story.   There are so very many moments and scenes where we see Ally and Jackson loving each other so purely, so truly, so genuinely, that we don’t care that he’s a raging alcoholic and that she clung to him to lift her out of her existing life. But this isn’t a story about someone discovering Ally and deciding it was a smart business move to sign her. This is a story about Jackson bringing Ally on tour to be with him romantically, and sing with him, and that decision changing the course of her life.   And even though it’s riddled with conflict (I mean, he’s an addict and she’s codependent), it’s tough to look at their love story and not swoon.Because through all of that, their love is so sweet and enduring that we can’t even judge it. We especially can’t judge it because it’s absolutely HUMAN to be either or both of those things. I don’t know one person who hasn’t been in a relationship at some point that didn’t somehow reflect what Jackson and Ally face.   This is where we get into shifting gender roles and the question I continue to ask leaving this movie which is whether women get to be superstars and have relationship.   I can’t help but ask this especially off the heels of Lady Gaga’s own stories of losing relationships as she became more and more famous and successful. (If you haven’t seen her documentary 5 foot 2, I highly recommend it.)   Both characters have to balance their careers with their private problems and relationship with one another. And as an audience member, I keep expecting relationship problems to pop up that don’t -- most of the obstacles in this film are dominated by Jackson’s inner world and struggles.   Towards the end of the film, and the end of their relationship, Ally considers cancelling her world tour in order to be with Jackson and care for him. This is after he pees himself on stage while accepts her grammy, because he was messed up on drugs and booze.   But we still love Jackson, and so does Ally. We get glimpses of Jackson off the booze and drugs. Glimpses of who he really is. And we see him hit rock bottom and fight his way to sobriety.   As for me, I’m grateful this story helps us love an addict, but it doesn’t bode well for the future of being an addict.   And, I’ll speak from experience here -- I know MANY artists who are artists because they feel more than others. They feel everything. They have a deep need to speak, create, express.  They can’t manage or function like “everyone else.” I’d say most struggle with anxiety and depression more than others -- and it’s not just the nature of being an artist that comes with that territory.   It’s also the undue pressure and strain of also being in a position of constantly putting one’s work out there over and over and again and again and the vulnerability inherent in that work.   Once you have the audience, you’re then creating for them. What if they don’t like what you’ve created? How will they receive it? Just because a Star is Born doesn’t mean that the struggles are suddenly gone.   Which makes you question the VALUE of your work (and occasionally yourself) altogether.   The film also touches on this topic as a Rock Versus Pop conversation. As Ally rises to a new level of fame, she ventures away from the pure piano and guitar and vocals rock music she creates with Jackson and becomes a POP star. Jackson seems to think that’s not “good enough” or “real” enough. In more than one scene he expresses concern about her authenticity and ultimately de-values her work when she’s up for a Grammy because it’s POP, and not always super “deep.” Earlier in the film, Ally also has a scene where she calls this out during a dance rehearsal, saying “I don’t want to lose the part of me that’s talented.”   Do we lose the parts of ourselves that are authentic and talented in the interest of commercial success?   THIS is one of those questions that we’ll always ask as we create and make money.   What IS the right balance between selling out and genuinely creating, purely, not for financial gain or commercial success? Does that type of art even exist?   And then there’s their parents. We learn that Jackson didn’t have a father who was present and available and healthy and cared for him. His mother died in childbirth. He was largely on his own, learning nothing but that he wasn’t loved unconditionally by anyone except his brother -- from what we know.   Ally had a strong father figure. Perhaps this is part of why she’s got a different emotional foundation, a toughness, a street smart, take-no-shit attitude that allows her to do things like punch a cop in the face at an after hours bar and think nothing of it. In many ways, she’s the protector of Jackson who’s never had a parent to do that job before.   And regardless of the WHYs of the parenting backgrounds each of these characters faced in their histories, we are still left with this resounding call-out around men and mental health. Particularly creative men and mental health.   Which anchors this story in it’s ultimate what I’ll call “resting place:” love and loss.   Watching this film, and Jackson’s journey, I couldn’t help but think about other recent suicides of people we’d consider “Stars”, such as Chris Cornell, Anthony Bourdain, Kate Spade…   Jackson is a tragic hero.   He chooses to die so Ally can rise. He chooses to die because he’s depressed and considers himself broken. He also chooses to die because Ally loves him too much to leave on her own.   But that doesn’t make the pain any less significant.   Films that end this way leave us with all kinds of loose ends to process.   We wonder...   Did Jackson need to die so Ally could rise?   It’s a movie, so in the context of what makes a tragic hero, yes.   But in the context of thinking about all of the people in your life who might suffer from mental illness, depression, anxiety, addiction -- no.   They DO need to seek help and get help.   This film is uniquely special in that it’s the type of project that doesn’t come around often.   It’s rare that films of this type and size get the greenlight. It’s a special moment in a career like Bradley Cooper’s to get this opportunity -- and to slam dunk it. And I mean that across the board. The music, the directing, the story itself, the ability to cast Lady Gaga exactly at this moment of her career where she’s already a supernova and is shifting how she shows up as an artist, stripped down, raw, vulnerable, naked.   I appreciate this film so much because it’s the type of project that doesn’t happen often AND it touches on all of this subjects so impactfully. It has a multi-media component as a musical and the music tells the story almost if not just as much as the film does. So as a musical, it’s on another level.   But the movie also leaves you in a state of grief, with a lot to process on, like…   Your dreams and wishes Your love life Your relationship with addiction and mental health Men and women -- and their unique challenges in the world Being an artist and the challenges that come with that Selling out versus being REAL Loss and grief   My favorite scene in the film is the scene where Ally and Jackson’s brother Bobby are speaking after Jackson’s death.   In that scene, Bobby says “Jack talked about how music is essentially 12 notes between any octave, 12 notes and the octave repeats. It’s the same story told over and over, forever. All any artist can offer the world is how they see those 12 notes. That’s it.”   And I believe that to be true. Life is life. Story is story. It’s 12 notes. It’s the human condition. It’s the struggle of being an infinite soul with an infinite imagination, living in a mortal body. It’s knowing you’re going to die. It’s loving and losing. It’s facing the time you have on this planet and making choices every day about what to do with that time. How you’re going to spend it well, and wisely and truthfully. What you’re going to create that you feel matters -- your legacy.   All of that is a lot. Especially if you’re struggling with mental health issues too.   Here’s what I want you to remember if you’re a creative and life feels hard today or just some of the days -- because I know there are some days you might feel like an Ally before Jack, some days you’ll feel like Ally after Jack, and some other, darker days you might feel like a Jackson -- remember that help is available to you.   You are loved. You are supported. You are valued.   You can reach out to a friend, to a call center, to a therapist, to a support group.   You have options. DON’T try to walk this path alone. You have a tribe available to you. This is a big reason I created a community along with this podcast.Now, I have some action steps for you that I’ll be sharing NOW -- because I’m not doing an afterparty this week. Some questions I’d love for you to think about and journal on, and feel free to share what you discover in the group.   Your dreams and wishes -- what do you want, really? If you could have life any way you wanted, what would you wish for?   Your love life -- What do you believe about love and relationship now? How is that showing up, or not?   Your relationship with addiction and mental health -- Is this something you, or someone you love, struggles with? What can you do today to help someone who needs support (maybe it’s you). Choose to walk this path with compassion and self-belief.   Men and women -- and their unique challenges in the world -- What’s your feeling about gender roles and dynamics? What do you have to face that’s unique to your gender, or your gender identity? How can you share that with others and provide and receive support?   Parents - how did your parents help or hinder your choices to be yourself, express yourself, and go for your dreams?   Being an artist and the challenges that come with that -- Are you creating the way you want to be? Why or why not?   Do you feel like a sell-out right now? Why or why not?   Loss and grief -- Is there someone or something you’re grieving right now? How can you create space for grief and let yourself truly and fully process the loss?   I’d love for you to think about and journal on these questions, and feel free to share what you discover in the group.

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Listen in while Sharmane aka Mixed Girl Mane chats with former high school classmate, Gretchen Erickson about the difficult topic of "White Passing" or "White Presenting" from the perspective of a Peruvian and White Mixed-Race woman, that just happens to look mostly White. We talk about the hardships of owning your Mixed-Race identity when you don't "look" Mixed and whether or not a White Passing person has a set at the Mixed-Race table. Spoiler alert: THEY DO! Mixedness is all about nuance y'all. * * * Produced and Edited by: Sharmane Fury Music by: David Bogan, the One - https://www.dbtheone.com/ * * * Connect with us on Twitter, Instagram, & Facebook * * * Militantly Mixed is a fan sponsored podcast, if you are enjoying the show please consider sponsoring us on Patreon or Paypal today! Thank you. This is a ManeHustle Media Podcast. Turn your side hustle into your ManeHustle.

Greetings from the Audible Café podcast, where we spend time together each week to explore the natural world, wildlife, sustainable living, and climate change. On this week's episode, I spend time talking with Allan Fierce, Legislative Coordinator for the Massachusetts Chapter of Elders Climate Action, and Jane Winn, Executive Director of the Berkshire Environmental Action Team (BEAT). “At the very end of the day, the House and Senate have been unable to agree on climate and energy legislation.” Allan Fierce, Massachusetts Elders Climate Action “We're very upset with the House leadership for pretty much killing all the clean energy legislation. We’d like to see House leadership wake up and allow good clean energy legislation to actually pass this session.” Jane Winn, Berkshire Environmental Action Team (BEAT) Both Allan and Jane discuss the challenges facing their organizations, activists, and concerned citizens at large in urging their representatives in the Statehouse to pass foward-thinking, sane energy bills. Climate change, environmental concerns, and social justice inequalities dictate that we need to QUICKLY move Massachusetts (and the world) to a sustainable energy future not dependent on fossil fuels. The future is in clean, renewable energy sources like solar and wind and geothermal power to heat and cool our living spaces and generate electricity. But the majority of the Massachusetts House of Representatives does not act in a way that demonstrates they believe in the urgency of this pivotal moment in history. Perhaps more disturbing is the dysfunction and undemocratic procedures and processes of the Commonwealth's legislature that are revealed in these interviews. Thank you Allan Fierce and Jane Winn! You have provided us with an eye-opening and enlightening -- if unsettling -- view into our Statehouse that is much appreciated. There are so many others I could have interviewed for this episode that are also on the front lines of the clean energy movement in Boston... but time did not allow. In the show notes on the website and elsewhere you can find links to lots more on these inspiring organizations and on this session of the Massachusetts Legislative session ending in one week. It's a crucial time in history to get involved and connect with your elected representatives!  They DO need and, in most cases, WANT to hear from you! You can listen to this episode via various channels: Listen on Audible Café website where you can also find show notes and links related to this episode Listen (and subscribe! and leave a 5-star review! :-D) via Apple Podcasts If you'd like to follow the show's Facebook page, click here! Listen on Stitcher Audible Café is a place-space where we spend time together each week exploring the natural world, wildlife, sustainable living, and climate change. This opens up possibilities that are basically limitless. And, now more than ever, we need to spend time together being inspired, learning, and trusting we can have a positive impact on the world we love. Thank you so much for being a part of the Audible Café! It means a lot. If you'd like to get in touch, just reply to this message, or email listenup@audiblecafe.com. I can't wait to hear from you! Joy and peace, Judy RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE Elders Climate Action - Massachusetts Chapter Berkshire Environmental Action Team (BEAT) Massachusetts Legislature Website OTHER ORGANIZATIONS WORKING HARD ON CLIMATE AND ENERGY Better Future Project Sierra Club of Massachusetts Toxics Action Center UUMass Action And more ... 350 Mass, Clean Water Action, Boston Climate Action Network, Climate Action Now MA, Fore River Residents Against the Compressor Station, No Fracked Gas in Mass, and the Mass Power Forward coalition. And those working on safe communities for immigrants and refugees: Safe Communities Coalition members: MIRA Coalition, Unitarian Universalist Mass Action, Pioneer Valley Workers Center, Essex County Community Organization, Agencia ALPHA, Progressive Mass, JALSA, and American Friends Service Committee.

Hermione Granger can make friends too. Billius and Alice both have friends. Yeah. They Do. That's their stories and they are sticking to it. Alice and Billius discuss the Halloween Feast while Alice eats Billius's Bertie Botts.Alice is on Twitter at @AinMugglelandWe are also on (and probably more active) on facebook at https://www.facebook.com/aliceinmuggleland/Please help support the podcast by visiting and donating to our Paetron at https://www.patreon.com/vicariousmuggleland any support you can give will be helpful in the long run. All episodes will be posted on Paetron 24 hours before release on all other podcasting platforms. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Do not go gentle into that good night by Dylan Thomas Do not go gentle into that good night,Old age should burn and rave at close of day;Rage, rage against the dying of the light. Though wise men at their end know dark is right,Because their words had forked no lightning theyDo not go gentle into that good night. Good men, the last wave by, crying how brightTheir frail deeds might have danced in a green bay,Rage, rage against the dying of the light. Wild men who caught and sang the sun in flight,And learn, too late, they grieved it on its way,Do not go gentle into that good night. Grave men, near death, who see with blinding sightBlind eyes could blaze like meteors and be gay,Rage, rage against the dying of the light. And you, my father, there on the sad height,Curse, bless, me now with your fierce tears, I pray.Do not go gentle into that good night.Rage, rage against the dying of the light.

Category is: this episode wasn't...that great?! Best friend racers Sakari and Jake try and make sense of this confusing challenge, runway, et all. They DO however LOVE Deadpool 2.

SHOWNOTES: https://wp.me/p5bc9S-2hK   By far the classiest, most cultured edition of the Year of Fun so far - I went to see (and hear) the orchestra! I've only been to the orchestra once before: the result of a spare ticket needing a taker, and I took it. Honestly, the first time: I wasn't super excited. I like live music, though I very rarely go to gigs these days because of, you knew, standing in a sweaty crowd of strangers, the worst of whom who have no ability to recognise that standing in front of a 5'3" girl isn't the most thoughtful thing to do when youre 6'4". But sitting in a nice theatre with lots of people who's average age doubles your own? Heck yes: that's my kind of fun on a Sunday afternoon. Anyway, that first time I was in tears within 5 mins - I was overwhelmed with the magic of it. Seeing these real people move in such precision & synchronicity to play music that is the auditory equivalent to the Mona Lisa... I mean, it was incredible. So naturally I was pretty thrilled when I pulled this one out of the Jar of Fun last week. For one: this really is a perfect thing for an over-thinking introvert like me to do on a rainy afternoon. Honestly I was in quite a funk all weekend, for no real reason, just feeling like a cloud of discontent, itchiness & apathy was passing overhead and the last thing I wanted to do was to sit at my laptop… But I didn't want to see anyone either. The orchestra provided a perfect respite from a - temporary - moodiness. No demands to speak to anyone, perform or create: all of which I do actually enjoy, just at certain times. This musical break let me just exist, in my comfy chair, and be an observer . Observing is one of my favourite ways to calm my busy mind- and I recommend it to any introvert who struggles as much as I do with traditional meditation. Instead of challenging my mind: a kind of trap I fall into when I sit in silence & attempt to let my thoughts float by like clouds or whatever piece of shit advice you get on the Headspace app - instead, I let myself experience what's happening around me and use that as a point of focus. Before long, I'm far more present & mindful than I can ever get when I try to sit still and go blank. And by the way - you don't need to go to the orchestra to do this. I first practised this on a long distance walk on the South Downs. I started to pay a kind of unexciting game to distract myself from my achey legs: l started just noting the colour of everything around me. Surprisingly, I wasn't just saying: green, green, green - there were lots of colours to see, and it wasn't long before I found myself in a zen-like reverie and not at all thinking about my sore legs. Back to the orchestra: Whilst I didn't break down and start crying this time, I was just as impressed by the performance. My seat was amazing - first row of a balcony - so I could really see the whole team doing their thing. The conductor was the star of the show, if I'm honest: at one point he jumped - both feet off the ground - he literally used his whole body to conduct. Amazing, especially when you're working within an art form that is… well, formal - everyone has to dress in black and sit in a certain way and be about as regimented as an army platoon, with y'know, less killing people. It also got me thinking about our position in life - whatever domain, whether it's at home, or in school or in your career - we're all individuals, yes - we all have our own piece of music to play - but we're also part of this whole. That when you put us together, magic is created that wouldn't otherwise exist. Not the most unique of metaphors I know, but it really is perfect. It especially made me chuckle when I saw the guy whose job it is to play the triangle. I mean, you look at these incredibly complex, elaborate, finely tuned instruments with lots of strings or pipes - and then you look at this seemingly simple, three-sided piece of bent metal. It seems kind of… juvenile, and out of place. Insignificant, next to it's fellow percussion instrument: the cymbals. Whoah - they may be simple but everyone knows you pay attention to a clash from the cymbals. That's when I got a bit of a surprise. When the triangle got going, towards the end of one piece, it was unmissable. It's distinct sound calling our attention, emphasising the beat and cutting through the entire strings and wind and brass section - it definitely gave the cymbals a run for their money. So, another cheesy metaphor, but I can't help myself - don't underestimate the seemingly small, simple and insignificant parts. They DO make a difference and certainly hold their own. Now I know getting to an orchestra may not be as easy for you as it was for me - here in Brighton, a considerably culture-friendly city - but I'll bet you can make time to sit and just listen to a classic piece of music. It doesn't need to be classical, but I would encourage it: partly because of the fun you can have in playing my noticing game. So like I described on my walk, where I noticed the colours of all the things - try to notice the details in the music - what instruments can you hear? How does it make you feel? One of the pieces played was ‘Night on a Bald Mountain' by Mussorgsky - also featured in Disney's Fantasia - definitely made me feel high levels of anxiety, probably because of that scene in the film etched into my confused childhood head - but even that was fun to see how my body was responding to the music in such a dramatic way. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tu1no7hOlSs Fun rating: 7/10 It really was a lovely afternoon, and I thank you Brighton Philharmonic for the entertainment.     Next week's fun activity is... Go to a car-boot sale!    

Clean that ear wax out of yer ear holes because Rebel Time Radio has tunes for your brain! Rebel Time Robot returns to save the day from the technologically deficient Rebel Time hosts Elysha, Mike, and Dan. They DO eventually figure it out though and play some tunes from Class Assassins, Grit, Mary Belle, and … Continue reading Rebel Time Radio – Episode 2018/02/21 →

We have all said it so many times things like: I don’t know why they didn’t buy? Or how about, “I really thought they were going to buy”? Think about the last time you said that? Why didn't they buy?  Why didn't we know? What could we do differently? We all ask these questions whenever we think we should have had a sale.  Wouldn’t it be great if everyone who wanted our product just had a sign saying, “I want to buy”! Here is shocking news!! THEY DO!  The problem is that we miss it? Customers give us signals.  Sadly they are very unlikely to say, “Hey!  Let me buy your stuff!”  But in many ways, the things they do and say are saying exactly that. When a customer tells us they want to buy sometimes even unconsciously, these are called “Buying Signals.” We know how to build the like, admire and trust with a person. We know we have a product they want and need.  Maybe we even thought they were going to get it, and then…they didn’t. Today we are going to learn how not to miss it anymore.  How to recognize buying signals our customers are giving them and then just simply invite them to do business with us. Host Steve Kidd is joined by Award-winning Sales executive and founder of Sales Maven Nikki Rausch.  They will teach us today what we need to learn simple and powerful skills to increase your sales. Learn today how to get your customer to say yes without being pushy AND learn how to hear when a person is really telling you they want to buy.  Learn how not to miss BUYING SIGNALS!

Join Derek, Courtney and MATT KELLY(?!) as they discuss the last week at San Diego Comic Con 2017! THIS WEEK: Our Tremendous Trio recant their adventures at San Diego Comic Con 2017. They DO talk about video games at some point, and we never do find out the bathroom story. Geekscape Games Theme Song: Sunny Day - MmcM

Do not go gentle into that good nightDylan Thomas, 1914 - 1953Do not go gentle into that good night,Old age should burn and rave at close of day;Rage, rage against the dying of the light.Though wise men at their end know dark is right,Because their words had forked no lightning theyDo not go gentle into that good night.Good men, the last wave by, crying how brightTheir frail deeds might have danced in a green bay,Rage, rage against the dying of the light.Wild men who caught and sang the sun in flight,And learn, too late, they grieved it on its way,Do not go gentle into that good night.Grave men, near death, who see with blinding sightBlind eyes could blaze like meteors and be gay,Rage, rage against the dying of the light.And you, my father, there on the sad height,Curse, bless, me now with your fierce tears, I pray.Do not go gentle into that good night.Rage, rage against the dying of the light.Points we learn today:1. at close of day; at the close of the day 在一天结束的时刻2. rave (vi) 咆哮3. rage (against) feel or express violent uncontrollable anger 狂怒: he raged at the futility of it all | [with direct speech] : ‘That's unfair!’ Maggie raged.• continue with great force or intensity: the argument raged for days | the children had to seek shelter while the storm raged.4. fork (v.) 1 [no object] (especially of a route) divide into two parts: the place where the road forks.• [no object, with adverbial of direction 方向副词] take or constitute one route or the other at the point where a route divides （选择了其中一条继续走下去）: we forked north-west for Rannoch.• Computing split (a process) into two or more independent processes: the attack can only work against a server that forks separate processes to handle client requests.2 [with object] dig or move (something) with a fork: fork in some compost.5. frail: adj. (of a person) weak and delicate: his small, frail body; she looked frail and vulnerable. • easily damaged or broken; weak: the balcony is frail ; the country's frail economy.6. deed: n. chiefly literary an action that is performed intentionally or consciously: doing good deeds. • a brave or noble act: their deeds will live on in song. syn: action, performance7. blaze verb [no object] burn fiercely or brightly: the fire blazed merrily.• (blaze up) burst into flame: he attacked the fire with poker and tongs until it blazed up.• shine brightly or powerfully: the sun blazed down | figurative : Barbara's eyes were blazing with anger.8. meteor /ˈmiːtɪɔː/流星9. gay （dated） light-hearted and carefree 无忧无虑的: Nan had a gay disposition and a very pretty face.

The Eclectic Readers Podcast is two years old! In celebration, we’re gearing up for our next Eclectic Readathon (starting Friday, June 23rd at 8:00pm EST) and the end of our first ER Mad Libs Reading Challenge (submissions due at the end of the Readathon.) In this episode we talk about books that helped shape us into who we are today and discuss the Young Adult (YA) book “Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe,” which focuses on two teenage boys discovering their personal, cultural, and sexual identities. -Discuss Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe with us on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/18663480-episode-36-aristotle-and-dante-discover-the-secrets-of-the-universe) -Participate in the Eclectic Readathon (https://eclecticreaders.fireside.fm/eclecticreadathon) -ER Madlibs Reading Challenge (https://eclecticreaders.fireside.fm/madlibs2017) -NPR Interview discussing sexuality though teen lit with the author (http://www.npr.org/2013/02/20/172495550/discovering-sexuality-through-teen-lit) -Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe of Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/12000020-aristotle-and-dante-discover-the-secrets-of-the-universe?ac=1&from_search=true) and Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/Aristotle-Dante-Discover-Secrets-Universe/dp/1442408936/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1497209696&sr=8-1&keywords=aristotle+and+dante+discover+the+secrets+of+the+universe) -The Wise Man’s Fear on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1215032.The_Wise_Man_s_Fear?ac=1&from_search=true) and Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/Wise-Mans-Fear-Kingkiller-Chronicle/dp/0756407915/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1497209770&sr=1-1&keywords=the+wise+man%27s+fear) -The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/6218281-the-sweetness-at-the-bottom-of-the-pie?ac=1&from_search=true) and Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_ss_i_1_12?url=search-alias%3Dstripbooks&field-keywords=the+sweetness+at+the+bottom+of+the+pie&sprefix=the+sweetnes%2Cstripbooks%2C124&crid=H6OVNWN0NDPB) -Lumberjanes, Vol 1 on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/22554204-lumberjanes-vol-1?ac=1&from_search=true) and Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/Lumberjanes-Vol-Beware-Kitten-Holy/dp/1608866874/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1497209948&sr=1-1&keywords=lumberjanes+vol+1) -Mr. Penumbra’s 24-Hour Bookstore on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/13538873-mr-penumbra-s-24-hour-bookstore?ac=1&from_search=true) and Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/Mr-Penumbras-24-Hour-Bookstore-Novel/dp/1250037751/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1497210028&sr=1-1&keywords=mr.+penumbras+24-hour+bookstore) -The Left Hand of Darkness on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/18423.The_Left_Hand_of_Darkness?ac=1&from_search=true) and Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/Left-Hand-Darkness-Ursula-Guin/dp/0441478123/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1497210155&sr=1-1&keywords=the+left+hand+of+darkness+by+ursula+k.+le+guin) -Lord of Shadows on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/30312891-lord-of-shadows?ac=1&from_search=true) and Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/Lord-Shadows-Artifices-Cassandra-Clare/dp/1442468408/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1497210260&sr=1-1&keywords=lord+of+shadows+cassandra+clare) -The Unbeatable Squirrel Girl, Vol 1 on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/23732096-the-unbeatable-squirrel-girl-volume-1?ac=1&from_search=true) and Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/Unbeatable-Squirrel-Girl-Vol-Power/dp/0785197028/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1497210326&sr=1-1&keywords=unbeatable+squirrel+girl+vol+1) -They Do it With Mirrors on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/68930.They_Do_It_with_Mirrors?ac=1&from_search=true) and Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/They-Do-Mirrors-Mystery-Mysteries/dp/0062073648/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1497210428&sr=1-1&keywords=they+do+it+with+mirrors+agatha+christie) -The Crown’s Fate on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/27211901-the-crown-s-fate?ac=1&from_search=true) and Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/Crowns-Fate-Game/dp/0062422618/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1497210570&sr=1-1&keywords=the+crown%27s+fate+evelyn+skye) -The Hobbit on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/5907.The_Hobbit?ac=1&from_search=true) and Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/Hobbit-J-R-Tolkien/dp/054792822X/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1497210637&sr=1-1&keywords=the+hobbit+book) -Redwall on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/7996.Redwall?ac=1&from_search=true) and Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/Redwall-Book-1-Brian-Jacques/dp/0142302376/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1497210698&sr=1-1&keywords=redwall+book+1) -The Chronicles of Narnia on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/11127.The_Chronicles_of_Narnia?ac=1&from_search=true) and Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/gp/bookseries/B00CKCX788/ref=sr_es_i_1_1_vsp_B00CKCX788&qid=1497210820&sr=1-1&keywords=the%20chronicles%20of%20narnia) -Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of NIMH on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/9822.Mrs_Frisby_and_the_Rats_of_NIMH?ac=1&from_search=true) and Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/Mrs-Frisby-Rats-Robert-OBrien/dp/0689710682/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1497210903&sr=8-1&keywords=mrs+frisby+and+the+rats+of+nimh) -To Kill a Mockingbird on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2657.To_Kill_a_Mockingbird?ac=1&from_search=true) and Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/Kill-Mockingbird-Harper-Lee/dp/0446310786/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1497211076&sr=1-1&keywords=to+kill+a+mockingbird) -Anne of Green Gables on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/8127.Anne_of_Green_Gables?ac=1&from_search=true) and Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/Anne-Green-Gables-L-M-Montgomery/dp/1514638819/ref=sr_1_2?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1497211165&sr=1-2&keywords=anne+of+green+gables) -Baby Sitter’s Club Book One on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/233722.Kristy_s_Great_Idea?ac=1&from_search=true) and Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/Baby-Sitters-Club-Kristys-Great-Idea/dp/0545174759/ref=sr_1_7?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1497211361&sr=1-7&keywords=the+babysitters+club+books) -Sweet Valley High Book 1 on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/529252.Double_Love?ac=1&from_search=true) and Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/Sweet-Valley-High-Double-Love/dp/0440422620/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1497211582&sr=1-1&keywords=sweet+valley+high+1) -Boxcar Children Book 1 on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/297249.The_Boxcar_Children?ac=1&from_search=true) and Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/Boxcar-Children-No-Mysteries/dp/0807508527/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1497211710&sr=1-1&keywords=boxcar+children+book+1) -Jane Eyre on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/10210.Jane_Eyre?ac=1&from_search=true) and Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/Jane-Penguin-Classics-Charlotte-Bront%C3%AB/dp/0141441143/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1497211790&sr=1-1&keywords=jane+eyre+by+charlotte+bronte) -Nancy Drew Series on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/32979.The_Secret_of_the_Old_Clock?ac=1&from_search=true) and Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/Secret-Old-Clock-Anniversary-Limited-ebook/dp/0448095017/ref=sr_es_i_1_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1497212207&sr=1-1&keywords=nancy+drew+book+1) -Harry Potter Book 1 on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/3.Harry_Potter_and_the_Sorcerer_s_Stone?ac=1&from_search=true) and Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_ss_i_3_12?url=search-alias%3Dstripbooks&field-keywords=harry+potter+and+the+sorcerer%27s+stone&sprefix=harry+potter%2Cstripbooks%2C143&crid=LY6JHKDYDKOI) -The Mists of Avalon on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/402045.The_Mists_of_Avalon?ac=1&from_search=true) and Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/Mists-Avalon-Marion-Zimmer-Bradley/dp/0345350499/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1497212543&sr=1-1&keywords=the+mists+of+avalon+by+marion+zimmer+bradley) -Biting the Sun on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/373009.Biting_the_Sun?ac=1&from_search=true) and Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/Biting-Sun-Tanith-Lee/dp/0553581309/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1497212603&sr=1-1&keywords=biting+the+sun) Next Episode’s Book: Wallbanger by Alice Clayton on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/15858248-wallbanger?ac=1&from_search=true) and Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/Wallbanger-Cocktail-Alice-Clayton/dp/1476741182/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1497212696&sr=1-1&keywords=wallbanger+alice+clayton)

You’re Listening to the Street Smart Wealth Podcast, show 305. Today, we are going to talk about Actions, and taking the right actions for success in your business, and so our Mantra this week is - My actions create my prosperity.   Need some coaching to move you forward? My one on one and inner circle programs are LIVE! Are you looking for coaching to be successful in your Network Marketing business? Want to also learn how to generate your own leads online? My Inner Circle Coaching Program may be just what you need. Or, maybe it's one on one coaching. Learn more about both at http://StreetSmartWealth.com/coach  And, http://DirectSalesBootcamp.com is open!  Check the podcast archives on the blog at JackieUlmer.com for previous episodes if you missed any or are new to the show.  I’m excited to share  with you that http://StreetSmartNetworker.com is now live. I have taken my 20 plus years of networking online and offline for success and created a training program to teach YOU how to create an endless stream of leads, prospects, sign ups and referral partners for your business.  A lot of people GO to networking events. But few know how to monetize them. Now, you can be one of those few.  Had a great conversation about Networking events with my interior designer, who hates networking events. Listen in as I share how that mindset of “Networking events don’t work” is a flawed thought process.  They DO work. Like crazy. I’ve been to networking events where over half the people there are in some type of Network Marketing company.  A lot has been going on around here lately and I am AMAZED at the show growth now that it is back in iTunes and has 300 episodes available to listen to on demand!  I’m going to be recycling some of my past shows, that are no longer archived there for Throwback Thursday. Stay tuned.  And, I have a HUGE favor to ask you - would you share this show with another?  Maybe one other person, or post it on your Facebook wall, or business page? Send out a tweet? Share it on instagram?  Growing the show is huge in getting the word out there to others about what success is and how they can have success.  Tag me in your Facebook post, or your tweet - @jackieulmer  I would love to publicly acknowledge you, too, for your support.  Also, join me over on my Facebook page for the Millionaire System series. I’m going through the 1 Minute Millionaire book and taking some concepts from it for you. It’s more than just money!  The Right Actions For Success  It doesn’t matter what business you are in, ACTION is a required part of the success equation.  Your actions will determine your level of success, day in and day out.  Using this week’s Mantra - My Actions Create my Prosperity - begin to get clear on what those action steps will be.  Success is built around leads and referrals, that convert to actual prospects, who we then guide down the path to educating them about us, our business, our services and what doing business together will mean.  How do we begin the process to get those leads?  I have a coaching client who I am working through this process right now.  She’s fairly new with her company and has a desire to go quickly, and she works a full time job.  So, we have laid out a business action plan of what she will do each day.   We have written out her scripts and success language, so she knows what to say each step of the way, including how she will answer the most common questions and objections.  And, we developed a rewards and accountability system for herself, as well as her family, so she is motivated to stay on track and accountability to those who she is building her business for.  Because she has limited time, we looked for small pockets of time throughout her day and week and planned exact steps so that at the end of the day, she feels accomplished and knows she has given her best to her business.  Before we worked through all of this, she was feeling stuck, and not at all in action because she was having a challenge finding blocks of time to work her business.  So, it was an all or nothing approach. If she had a busy day, and didn’t have an hour at night to work on her business, she was defaulting to doing nothing.  Now, she is on a system for success and knows what to do throughout her day. At this point, her true commitment is kicking in because she no longer has any question about what to do to work the business.  The only question becomes whether she will take the action; whether she will make excuses or make progress in her business.  A business never just builds itself. And, even with online tools, systems and attraction marketing, there are still required things that must be done.  What are the right actions for success in your business?  I have another client, who is in real estate. She’s been active for about 2 years, and, like many of my clients, she is a mom of busy, active children.  Join the club! We all are busy. That’s my least favorite thing to ever hear from someone.  I’m busy. I’ve been busy,  We all have the same 24 hours in a day. And, where we spend our time is what our priority is.  Sometimes that’s tough to hear, for me, too.  So, back to my Real Estate agent client.  We are laying out her social media plan, and working to develop her top 250 list. Those who will use, refer and promote her.  We all have one of those. Or, we require to if we really want to be successful.  We have put together a 52 week strategy for her, online and offline, and she is busy and in action.  She meets 2 people per week for coffee or lunch, just to catch up and reconnect. They go into a database so she can track and keep track of this list and where she is along the way.  This is not a connection per meetup to specifically talk about business, but as often happens, business and careers come up.  We’ve developed success language so she is clear on what to say to get her business out there, without being or feeling like she is selling.  She has a clear, defined follow up plan so she stays top of mind, and her social media marketing plan assists with this as well.  So, what will it take for you to define the right actions for success in your own business? I’m glad you asked….  Steps to define your action plan. Write this down.  What is required for success?  What time do you have?  Where are you currently struggling?  What will it take to move beyond that?  Now, act as if you have put the struggle behind you. Write out that action plan based on the first two questions.  And, if you desire assistance, let’s talk about some coaching to set up your plan, including success language, social media and follow up.  StreetSmartWealth.com/coach  I LOVE and appreciate reviews!  Go to JackieUlmer.com/itunes or JackieUlmer.com/stitcher to leave your review and be entered into a drawing for a free month of coaching.  Show notes http://JackieUlmer.com/305  I really do want to hear from you. This world and business needs more connection! Do you have a question or comment for me? Feedback for the show?  Tweet me - @jackieulmer let me know what's on your mind. I'll respond!  and if you have a question for the show, add the hashtag #JackieUlmer  or, ask them at JackieUlmer.com/question and include a link to your blog for a link back!  Has this been helpful? I would REALLY appreciate it if you would rate the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher, or wherever you listen.  Just go to http://JackieUlmer.com/iTunes - click to view in iTunes and you’ll see the link to reviews  And, share the link with friends and team partners!  On Stitcher -  http://JackieUlmer.com/stitcher   Until next time - remember this - Hesitation Never Cashed a Check!

You’re Listening to the Street Smart Wealth Podcast, show 304. It’s Monday, and so our Mantra for today, before we get into some business is - I choose to welcome success into my life. And, it’s important to focus on Choosing Success in Your Business, too. Need some coaching to move you forward? My one on one and inner circle programs are LIVE! Are you looking for coaching to be successful in your Network Marketing business? Want to also learn how to generate your own leads online? My Inner Circle Coaching Program may be just what you need. Or, maybe it's one on one coaching. Learn more about both at http://StreetSmartWealth.com/coach And, http://DirectSalesBootcamp.com is open! Check the podcast archives on the blog at JackieUlmer.com for previous episodes if you missed any or are new to the show. I’m excited to share  with you that http://StreetSmartNetworker.com is now live. I have taken my 20 plus years of networking online and offline for success and created a training program to teach YOU how to create an endless stream of leads, prospects, sign ups and referral partners for your business. A lot of people GO to networking events. But few know how to monetize them. Now, you can be one of those few. Had a great conversation about Networking events with my interior designer, who hates networking events. Listen in as I share how that mindset of “Networking events don’t work” is a flawed thought process. They DO work. Like crazy. I’ve been to networking events where over half the people there are in some type of Network Marketing company. A lot has been going on around here lately and I am AMAZED at the show growth now that it is back in iTunes and has 300 episodes available to listen to on demand! I’m going to be recycling some of my past shows, that are no longer archived there for Throwback Thursday. Stay tuned. And, I have a HUGE favor to ask you - would you share this show with another? Maybe one other person, or post it on your Facebook wall, or business page? Send out a tweet? Share it on instagram? Growing the show is huge in getting the word out there to others about what success is and how they can have success. Tag me in your Facebook post, or your tweet - @jackieulmer I would love to publicly acknowledge you, too, for your support. Also, join me over on my Facebook page for the Millionaire System series. I’m going through the 1 Minute Millionaire book and taking some concepts from it for you. It’s more than just money! Choosing Success in Your Business I choose to welcome success into my life. That’s our Monday Mantra and our mantra for the week. Say it, write it down, post it on Post It Notes and also repeat - I am choosing success in my business. Let’s talk a little bit about the power, and the fallacy in mantras and then I want to share some thoughts on what it means to be choosing success in your business. Mantras - they are talked about quite a bit, and they are powerful for a few things - Keeping you focused on where you are headed and where you want to be, instead of staying stuck in one spot. They are positive, they are uplifting and they can be a catalyst for shifting you to where you want to be. The fallacy of mantras is when one just blindly recites them, expecting THAT one act to make the change. It’s so much more than that. It’s FEELING your way to the success you want. It’s thinking about the mantra and the words you speak and feeling as if it were already true. Remember, the mind does not differentiate between what is real and imagined, UNLESS, you are blindly reciting something that you don’t feel at all aligned with. So, practice these mantras and do so in a way that allows you to feel what you are saying and where you want to be. Okay, so now that we are clear on that, let’s talk about Choosing Success in Your Business. What does that look and feel like for you? Success - it’s an interesting word and it means different things to different people. For most, it starts with that feeling of monetary success. Of starting something and taking the action necessary to create income; to create clients; referrals; team members; SALES. I was recently interviewed by John Milton Fogg, also known as the Greatest Networker in the World, for a group of Russian entrepreneurs. And, he asked me a question - what’s been the best thing for you about success in Direct Sales and your Home Business, and for me, with Social Media. And, my answer is simple - The money of course, was why I started. I wanted to create a better life for my children, my family and myself. I wanted to travel and enjoy life, and not feel the struggle. And, I achieved that. And, it’s been great. Beyond all of that, however, it’s the knowledge that I DID IT. That I accomplished my goal. That I did more than just talk about it - I did it. Along the way, I met amazing people and they are part of that success story. They ARE the success story. No matter what ever happens, I OWN that story.  What’s your story? What’s your story now, and the story you are passionate about creating? How focused are you on achieving that success and that story? How committed are you to achieving that success and that story? How do you FEEL about achieving that success and that story? How do you feel if you do NOT achieve that success and that story? How would you feel about being that top producing Real Estate agent in your office? Or the top recruiter and team builder in your Network Marketing company? How would you like being the top new comer in your insurance company? Do you know how simple it is to grow your own successful business? It’s starts with just a decision, and then a little plan. I am coaching a new real estate agent right now, and we are working through her fears first. We are moving her past herself and building her up to become the Go To person in her neighborhood, in her niche and on a national and worldwide basis. Imagine the referrals she can get from others outside of her area just by bonding through Social Media. Social media is not a fad, and it is not a mystery. IT’s a systematic process of authenticity, starting conversations, sharing value and building relationships. It’s been my passion and made me a fortune for the last 18 years, almost. 18 in October. If you want a little guidance, go to Profit in Your PJs now, and let’s get you on the path. I LOVE and appreciate reviews! Go to JackieUlmer.com/itunes or JackieUlmer.com/stitcher to leave your review and be entered into a drawing for a free month of coaching. Show notes http://JackieUlmer.com/301 I really do want to hear from you. This world and business needs more connection! Do you have a question or comment for me? Feedback for the show? Tweet me - @jackieulmer let me know what's on your mind. I'll respond! and if you have a question for the show, add the hashtag #JackieUlmer or, ask them at JackieUlmer.com/question and include a link to your blog for a link back! Has this been helpful? I would REALLY appreciate it if you would rate the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher, or wherever you listen. Just go to http://JackieUlmer.com/iTunes - click to view in iTunes and you’ll see the link to reviews And, share the link with friends and team partners! On Stitcher - http://JackieUlmer.com/stitcher  Until next time - remember this - Hesitation Never Cashed a Check!

You’re Listening to the Street Smart Wealth Podcast, show 303. Social Media is the game plan for today, and specifically, Cleaning Up Your Facebook Profile. We are going to cover some basic essentials you’re required to have in place if you want to attract more leads, bookings, listings, sign ups and sales using Social Media.     Need some coaching to move you forward? My one on one and inner circle programs are LIVE! Are you looking for coaching to be successful in your Network Marketing business? Want to also learn how to generate your own leads online? My Inner Circle Coaching Program may be just what you need. Or, maybe it's one on one coaching. Learn more about both at http://StreetSmartWealth.com/coach     And, http://DirectSalesBootcamp.com is open!   Check the podcast archives on the blog at JackieUlmer.com for previous episodes if you missed any or are new to the show.   I’m excited to share  with you that http://StreetSmartNetworker.com is now live. I have taken my 20 plus years of networking online and offline for success and created a training program to teach YOU how to create an endless stream of leads, prospects, sign ups and referral partners for your business.   A lot of people GO to networking events. But few know how to monetize them. Now, you can be one of those few.   Had a great conversation about Networking events with my interior designer, who hates networking events. Listen in as I share how that mindset of “Networking events don’t work” is a flawed thought process.   They DO work. Like crazy. I’ve been to networking events where over half the people there are in some type of Network Marketing company.     Cleaning Up Your Facebook Profile   It’s easy to lose sight of the important things that matter on Facebook when your goal is to use it as a tool to grow your business; create brand awareness and an interest in you and potentially doing business together or referring you.   If you are like me, you set up your Facebook profile many years ago and may not have updated some key pieces that are important as you use it as a business calling card.   And, please do note that your Facebook Profile page is more valuable than your business card. IT’s one of the first places people will look to begin to research you, and learn more about you.   Here are some simple steps to take right now to begin cleaning up your Facebook Profile -   Take a good look at your profile picture. Does it represent you, your business and your brand the way you desire it to, in order to be an effective tool for you in business. IT should be clear, well lit, you and your face, and no one and nothing else.   Not your family, your friends, your dog, favorite pet, a product photo or a company logo.   Just you - it’s Facebook.   Next, take a look at your cover photo and I recommend looking at it on your smartphone as well as your computer, to make sure it looks correct on both.   What does it state about you, your business and your brand? It’s fine to change it out with holidays, special events and life’s happenings. Ideally, have one that shares an overall view of you, as a person and a business owner, and use this one most often.   Now, scroll down your left sidebar and pay attention to your Intro - what does it say? Is it enticing to inspire others to click to your About section? If not, spend some time sprucing it up!   Is the rest of the info on that left sidebar current?   Employment and Career Details? If possible, make sure you have it linked to YOUR business page. Click any highlighted links and make sure they are not dead ends, going to a page that doesn’t really exist.   I often see people with links to Home Business Owner or something random that highlights and is clickable, but takes one no where.   Also, make sure you are not linking to a company page that does not benefit YOU. This is especially true for my Real Estate and Direct Sales friends. Insurance agents may also want to explore this.   Click on your About section and this is where you are able to go in and clean anything up that requires an update.   Old Direct Sales companies or anything from the past that does not serve you is something you’ll want to delete.   People don’t have a ton of time to spend, so make your most current, relevant stuff pop and intrigue them.   Head on down through this page and you’ll see all kinds of stuff pop up that you may not have realized was linked in there, including Music, Movies, Books, Sports, and toward the bottom, you will find all of the Pages you have “Liked” over time. Do you still want to continue liking all of these? Now is the time to clean this up.   Right click and open each page in a new tab in a new window and decide of you want to stay or go. I took mine from 229 to 147 just as I was working on this show!   Ok, that’s enough homework for today. We’ll work on some other Social Media Strategies over time, and since Facebook is the grand daddy of them all, it’s a solid starting point!     Now, you are ready to get over to Facebook and begin cleaning up your Facebook Profile!     I LOVE and appreciate reviews!   Go to JackieUlmer.com/itunes or JackieUlmer.com/stitcher to leave your review and be entered into a drawing for a free month of coaching.   Show notes http://JackieUlmer.com/301   I really do want to hear from you. This world and business needs more connection! Do you have a question or comment for me? Feedback for the show?   Tweet me - @jackieulmer let me know what's on your mind. I'll respond!   and if you have a question for the show, add the hashtag #JackieUlmer   or, ask them at JackieUlmer.com/question and include a link to your blog for a link back!   Has this been helpful? I would REALLY appreciate it if you would rate the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher, or wherever you listen.   Just go to http://JackieUlmer.com/iTunes - click to view in iTunes and you’ll see the link to reviews   And, share the link with friends and team partners!   On Stitcher -   http://JackieUlmer.com/stitcher    Until next time - remember this - Hesitation Never Cashed a Check!  

I have recently returned from my Moroccan journey, and I am forever changed in my love of spices.  The richness of the country, is in it's spices in my opinion.  I have never seen, tasted, or smelled such pungent, and varied flavors.  I wanted to record when I got home about all that I have seen, tasted, and hopefully share some cooking tips with my listeners from locals on the trip! I love to cook, and made finding some cooking classes while I was there a top priority.  In fact, the first night I arrived after my flight, I contacted a local family to see if I could join them for dinner, and help prepare the meal.  Khadija'a Kuzina was the easiest choice I had to make before I arrived.  They responded instantly, warmly, and accommodated me on short notice.  I met with them, and had a lovely meal of eggplant appetizer, salad, fresh squeeze juice, and lamb tagine with prunes and almonds. (MY FAV!) It was easily the best food I had in Morocco, and I helped make it, furiously scribbling down recipes, and notes as we cooked.   I felt an instant connection to the family, and can't wait to return to visit them again. Another excellent cooking class I attended was with Fatima, who cooks out of the Hotel Villa Maroc, and I truly enjoyed that she took us into the depths of the markets in Essaouira.  Even past what I like to call "Slaughter Alley", where all the live meat is butchered.  I will never look at chicken the same way again.  Fatima also explained certain spices that otherwise, we would not know what were used for, and that I wanted them in my own kitchen.  I myself picked up "top of the shop" spice called Ras el Hanout, a blend of over 70 spices that had me questioning whether I was going to clear US customs, because of how strong the aroma. Next I visited a spice shop in the town where the owners invited me in for tea.  We sat, and discussed his family, and how the spice shop immersed from an old record store.  We also discuss some Moroccan traditions, the favorite spices people use, and types of teas the locals drink daily. Essouira is also known for their Argan oil, using it for their skin, but also, surprisingly to me, in their cooking, and this is the only place I would purchase it.  It is a women's CoOp that are gaining their freedom, and being self sufficient by working this Argan facility.  We toured it, and met a ton of the ladies that work so hard every day.  The oil is incredible, and I mention the salad dressing recipe in the podcast. They DO deliver to the United States! So I don't have to go without it again! I am truly honored that these folks let me record with them on my travels, to peer into their lifestyles.  Cooking is a passion of mine, and I believe no matter how different the culture, sharing that love unites everyone. I cooked all the recipes I wrote down when I got home for a group of friends, and I am happy to report, that they turned out just the same as when I was there! You would be proud Khadija and Housine!  The bread, however, was a disaster.  Sometimes you can only have certain experiences while traveling.  Oh well, to the next adventure! Here is the recipe for the prunes that Khadija was describing in the podcast below!  Try them with your next tagine! 1 cup prunes 1 tablespoon cinnamon pinch of salt 1 tablespoon rose water 1/2 cup honey 1/2 tablespoon tumeric 1 cup water Cook down until syrupy and soft (AMAZING) Follow Marta On The Move on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook! Here are the top foods you should try in Morocco! Harira-A Traditional Soup Cous Cous- A grain based main dish in Morocco Pastila- A sweet and savory stuffed pastry, found a lot in street food.  Could be stuffed with Pigeon or chicken. Zalook- Eggplant salad made with tomatoes, cilantro, garlic, parsley, lemon. Served as a salad or appetizer Grilled Sardines- Nuf said.  Get them near the coast. Delish! Macooda- Fried potato balls (Street food) Tagine- My absolute favorite! Order the lamb with prunes. Steamed Sheep Head- I haven't tried this, but it is on my list for next time! Mint Tea- Served everywhere Cookies-  EAT THEM ALL This episode is sponsored by Xeroshoes! "Feel the world!"  the best travel footwear I have found out there for my minimalistic packing list!  They are the best www.xeroshoes.com

You’re Listening to the Street Smart Wealth Podcast, show 302. Our Monday Mantra - I trust my gut and I follow my heart. I’ll be sharing why this is so true in business and a little of my story in taking my Direct Sales Business online, the naysayers and how Social Media is a tool for anyone. So, trust your gut in Building Your Solopreneur Business. Need some coaching to move you forward? My one on one and inner circle programs are LIVE! Are you looking for coaching to be successful in your Network Marketing business? Want to also learn how to generate your own leads online? My Inner Circle Coaching Program may be just what you need. Or, maybe it's one on one coaching. Learn more about both at http://StreetSmartWealth.com/coach And, http://DirectSalesBootcamp.com is open! Check the podcast archives on the blog at JackieUlmer.com for previous episodes if you missed any or are new to the show. I’m excited to share  with you that http://StreetSmartNetworker.com is now live. I have taken my 20 plus years of networking online and offline for success and created a training program to teach YOU how to create an endless stream of leads, prospects, sign ups and referral partners for your business. A lot of people GO to networking events. But few know how to monetize them. Now, you can be one of those few. Had a great conversation about Networking events with my interior designer, who hates networking events. Listen in as I share how that mindset of “Networking events don’t work” is a flawed thought process. They DO work. Like crazy. I’ve been to networking events where over half the people there are in some type of Network Marketing company. Trust Your Gut in Building Your Solopreneur Business Have you ever had that absolute sense of knowing that you are on to something SOLID? And your gut is telling you that you are good to go, and to go for it? Did you feel that way when you started to build your own business? Maybe it’s in Direct Sales, or Real Estate? Maybe some told you that you were crazy, and to get your head out of the clouds? Or that it would never work? I had plenty of people tell me that when I decided to build my Network Marketing business online. I began building a Direct Sales home business (offline) in 1994, and in 1999, I took my business to the Internet. I was an average home based business owner (a mom with two pre-school aged children, a husband gone half the month and a huge desire for more, ha!) before the Internet. I was not setting any records. I had success and did make money, but much of it was a struggle; much of it consisted of ways of doing the business that did not appeal to me. I made my warm market list; contacted people and developed the skills I needed to talk to people about my business. I joined networking groups, the Chamber of Commerce and did all of the traditional methods you hear about. I struggled with contacting people in the beginning, and never wanted to be someone who chased my friends, family, neighbors and anyone who came within "3 feet of me!" Heard that story before? I was just a stay-at-home mom who wanted to create something more for my family and future. I didn’t want my husband to have the stress of supporting a family of 4 on one income. I didn’t want to leaf through travel magazines and wish we could travel, too. That was it! I was greener than green. Here are words and concepts I knew nothing about - URL – had no idea what that term meant. Domain name – See above. Auto responder – that sounded WAY too techie to even think about. Even lead capture or splash page. Search Engine, Optimize, Pay Per Click – all foreign terms. Social Media Marketing – that term didn't even exist!!! Here is what I did know – The facts and figures associated with this growing phenomenon called The Internet was/is staggering. I wanted to be a part of it. I knew it was the answer to my prayers for growing a successful business. I knew this was going to be my ticket to success in MLM. I knew that it was going to take some effort, and it would be the best decision I would ever make. I knew this was how a stay-at-home mom with small children was going to make Network Marketing work! I was sold. And, there was no turning back for me. I rolled up my sleeves and got busy. Here’s what happened – it exceeded my wildest expectations. It created exactly what I wanted in a business from home and in Network Marketing, Information and Affiliate Marketing. It allowed me to toss my advertising and paid leads list; stop hanging out in coffee shops waiting to be no-showed by my prospect; stop spending hours at weekly meetings; and, it allowed me to have my business out in front of big numbers of people without even needing to be physically present. Pinch me! It was a dream come true, and quite honestly, I’m still lost in the dream! Except, it is really happening. Today, I am hired to coach and train not only those in Direct Sales, but also Real Estate Agents, Mortgage Lenders, Solopreneurs, and many others. Because like I knew nearly 18 years ago that my audience was going to the internet looking for answers, they know THEIR audience is there, too! Old School methods will always work. And, never bury your head in the sand to new school techniques either. That’s why it’s always important to trust your gut in Building Your Solopreneur Business I LOVE and appreciate reviews! Go to JackieUlmer.com/itunes or JackieUlmer.com/stitcher to leave your review and be entered into a drawing for a free month of coaching. Show notes http://JackieUlmer.com/301 I really do want to hear from you. This world and business needs more connection! Do you have a question or comment for me? Feedback for the show? Tweet me - @jackieulmer let me know what's on your mind. I'll respond! and if you have a question for the show, add the hashtag #JackieUlmer or, ask them at JackieUlmer.com/question and include a link to your blog for a link back! Has this been helpful? I would REALLY appreciate it if you would rate the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher, or wherever you listen. Just go to http://JackieUlmer.com/iTunes - click to view in iTunes and you’ll see the link to reviews And, share the link with friends and team partners! On Stitcher - http://JackieUlmer.com/stitcher  Until next time - remember this - Hesitation Never Cashed a Check!

You’re Listening to the Street Smart Wealth Podcast, show 301. We have a lot to cover on today’s show - Our Monday Mantra - I stay focused on my true desire;  The challenges I have had with the Podcast, my website and other issues, which leads to today’s primary topic - Staying Flexible Building Your Solopreneur Business; and some shifts I am making to my Solopreneur business. Need some coaching to move you forward? My one on one and inner circle programs are LIVE! Are you looking for coaching to be successful in your Network Marketing business? Want to also learn how to generate your own leads online? My Inner Circle Coaching Program may be just what you need. Or, maybe it's one on one coaching. Learn more about both at http://StreetSmartWealth.com/coach And, http://DirectSalesBootcamp.com is open! Check the podcast archives on the blog at JackieUlmer.com for previous episodes if you missed any or are new to the show. I’m excited to share  with you that http://StreetSmartNetworker.com is now live. I have taken my 20 plus years of networking online and offline for success and created a training program to teach YOU how to create an endless stream of leads, prospects, sign ups and referral partners for your business. A lot of people GO to networking events. But few know how to monetize them. Now, you can be one of those few. Had a great conversation about Networking events with my interior designer, who hates networking events. Listen in as I share how that mindset of “Networking events don’t work” is a flawed thought process. They DO work. Like crazy. I’ve been to networking events where over half the people there are in some type of Network Marketing company. Staying Flexible Building Your Solopreneur Business What a wild few weeks it has been. Have you missed me (GRIN!) Let’s start with writing down our Monday Mantra - I stay focused on my true desire. I have really been tested around this topic lately, which makes this Mantra so fitting. First - iTunes and the Podcast. I have had some major website challenges with “instability” and iTunes kicked me out of the store this past week, after my “RSS Feed” for my podcast began going up and down. Techie stuff is NOT my strength or forte, and I am still in the process of getting it fixed. And, I WILL get it fixed. I had a choice when it happened. Freak out; fall into a deep pit of despair, since it is a major source of leads and traffic, or take a deep breath, repeat the mantra and remember that above all, I am on track with the topic - Staying Flexible Building Your Solopreneur Business!” People quit, people say no, websites go up and down. Shizzle happens! How we react controls everything. I am fully focused on my end goal and true desire, so I am not going to get frazzled by the little things that are fixable. Have you read Rich Dad, Poor Dad or Cashflow Quadrant by Robert Kiyosaki? I read these in 1998 ish and they changed my whole perspective on what I am building. I am building a business asset for the long haul. Are you? When you know what you love, desire and are working toward, it’s easy to push through the little challenging obstacles and just keep going!! You just have tunnel vision when you have a goal.  Keep going, no matter what. As I mention on the show, I have some shifts going on in my business. I would love to discuss these with you if you are open and looking. http://WorkWithJackie.com - and let’s have a conversation! And remember each day that you are Staying Flexible Building Your Solopreneur Business! I LOVE and appreciate reviews! Go to JackieUlmer.com/itunes or JackieUlmer.com/stitcher to leave your review and be entered into a drawing for a free month of coaching. Show notes http://JackieUlmer.com/301 I really do want to hear from you. This world and business needs more connection! Do you have a question or comment for me? Feedback for the show? Tweet me - @jackieulmer let me know what's on your mind. I'll respond! and if you have a question for the show, add the hashtag #JackieUlmer or, ask them at JackieUlmer.com/question and include a link to your blog for a link back! Has this been helpful? I would REALLY appreciate it if you would rate the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher, or wherever you listen. Just go to http://JackieUlmer.com/iTunes - click to view in iTunes and you’ll see the link to reviews And, share the link with friends and team partners! On Stitcher - http://JackieUlmer.com/stitcher  Until next time - remember this - Hesitation Never Cashed a Check!

You’re Listening to the Street Smart Wealth Podcast, show 300. I’ve heard it said that there are really only two emotions - Love and Fear. Everything else falls under one of these two emotions. If you think about it, it makes sense.  If you aren’t moving forward in your Network Marketing business, it could be due to fear. Is Fear Holding You Back in Your Direct Sales Business? This week’s Mantra is - Between Love and Fear, I choose Love. Need some coaching to move you forward? My one on one and inner circle programs are LIVE! Are you looking for coaching to be successful in your Network Marketing business? Want to also learn how to generate your own leads online? My Inner Circle Coaching Program may be just what you need. Or, maybe it's one on one coaching. Learn more about both at StreetSmartWealth.com/coach And, DirectSalesBootcamp.com is open! Check the podcast archives on the blog at JackieUlmer.com for previous episodes if you missed any or are new to the show. I’m excited to share  with you that StreetSmartNetworker.com is now live. I have taken my 20 plus years of networking online and offline for success and created a training program to teach YOU how to create an endless stream of leads, prospects, sign ups and referral partners for your business. A lot of people GO to networking events. But few know how to monetize them. Now, you can be one of those few. Had a great conversation about Networking events with my interior designer, who hates networking events. Listen in as I share how that mindset of “Networking events don’t work” is a flawed thought process. They DO work. Like crazy. I’ve bene to networking events where over half the people there are in some type of Network Marketing company. Is Fear Holding You Back in Your Direct Sales Business Between Love and Fear, I choose Love. Think about emotions and the concept of just two - Love and Fear. When we are having success, it is wrapped up in excitement, joy, enthusiasm, feeling good. All of these ways of describing it fall under the emotional umbrella of Love. Kind of makes sense, doesn’t it? When we are not having success, we can usually point to fear, procrastination, frustration, anger, feelings of inadequacy and more. And, we can get caught up in envy, resentment, jealousy, even. These are all wrapped under the emotional umbrella of fear. We procrastinate out of fear. We feel frustrated because we are having fear, that is holding us back from taking those steps. We do two things - and both involve connecting with another human being to see if they might be interested or know someone who is. Think about that. When you break it down to its simplicity, you could talk to people literally all day. Pick any shopping mall and get busy. But, we seldom do that.  And why? We have fear. What will they say? What will they think?  If you learn the right skill sets though, we don’t ever have to worry about that. We know what to say to build rapport. With anyone, anywhere. We know how to share what we do and ask for referrals, if they are not interested. We know how to follow up and stay consistent with that. And, ideally we do all of that from a feeling of love, and excitement, and joy at what effect this might have on the person to whom we are speaking. Fear, though is about Ego, and we are ego based when our main thought is about ourselves. When you make your list and begin to contact those on the list to share your excitement about your products and the business, are you choosing to share with love? Before each contact, simply say - Between Love and Fear, I choose Love. Fear is normal, natural and there is probably not a person on the planet who will say they have not had fear at some point in their business. Fear is a constant for many of us. Courage is not the absence of fear, but the desire for something greater and therefore a willingness to push through fear. I did not say get over fear. I said push past it. What steps will you take to push through your fear. To land on the other side where all great things are? Is Fear Holding You Back in Your Direct Sales Business? Maybe at one time, but no more! I LOVE and appreciate reviews! Go to JackieUlmer.com/itunes or JackieUlmer.com/stitcher to leave your review and be entered into a drawing for a free month of coaching. Show notes http://JackieUlmer.com/300 I really do want to hear from you. This world and business needs more connection! Do you have a question or comment for me? Feedback for the show? Tweet me - @jackieulmer let me know what's on your mind. I'll respond! and if you have a question for the show, add the hashtag #JackieUlmer or, ask them at JackieUlmer.com/question and include a link to your blog for a link back! Has this been helpful? I would REALLY appreciate it if you would rate the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher, or wherever you listen. Just go to http://JackieUlmer.com/iTunes - click to view in iTunes and you’ll see the link to reviews And, share the link with friends and team partners! On Stitcher - http://JackieUlmer.com/stitcher  Until next time - remember this - Hesitation Never Cashed a Check!

You’re Listening to the Street Smart Wealth Podcast, show 298. This week's Mantra and affirmation is - One Small positive thought can change my whole day. If you’ve ever listened to the success stories of Olympic Athletes, you know they saw and thought it win their mind first. WAY early on before it ever came to pass. The same can be true for you and your Direct Sales Business. Need some coaching to move you forward? My one on one and inner circle programs are LIVE! Are you looking for coaching to be successful in your Network Marketing business? Want to also learn how to generate your own leads online? My Inner Circle Coaching Program may be just what you need. Or, maybe it's one on one coaching. Learn more about both at StreetSmartWealth.com/coach And, DirectSalesBootcamp.com is open! Check the podcast archives on the blog at JackieUlmer.com for previous episodes if you missed any or are new to the show. I’m excited to share  with you that StreetSmartNetworker.com is now live. I have taken my 20 plus years of networking online and offline for success and created a training program to teach YOU how to create an endless stream of leads, prospects, sign ups and referral partners for your business. A lot of people GO to networking events. But few know how to monetize them. Now, you can be one of those few. Had a great conversation about Networking events with my interior designer, who hates networking events. Listen in as I share how that mindset of “Networking events don’t work” is a flawed thought process. They DO work. Like crazy. I’ve bene to networking events where over half the people there are in some type of Network Marketing company. Change Your Thoughts and Explode Your Direct Sales Business One Small positive thought can change my whole day. Become aware of your thoughts. Become aware of your feelings. If you aren’t having the success you want in Network Marketing, what are you thinking and saying about this? Name the top the things in your life that you are spending most of your time thinking about these days. Write them down. Now, think about how you think about these things. Are you mostly having positive or negative thoughts? And, hoe much of your day is spent thinking about these things? Begin to consciously shift the statements or questions you have around these issues. Questions - How might I…. What do I require to know to…. Who do I aspire to become… What quality in me will attractive right people to my network marketing business? How might I appeal to more people? Each day, I am getting better and better. With each action step I take in my business. What would be the worst that could happen? And, would I survive it? What would be the best that could happen? I used a hairband around my wrist and would pull it back and snap it on my wrist when I caught myself thinking negatively. I was recently talking to someone at a networking event who found out what I do, and say - Oh, I’ve never been good at Network Marketing. I simply asked - “Why? Why do you think you have not been good at network marketing?” My goal is not to change her mind, but instead just to listen and see where the conversation leads us.  “My friends and family are different…” So, remember this - One Small positive thought can change my whole day. Say it, practice it and feel it within your whole body! Why do I care more about what someone else thinks of me and my ego around it, than I do of my own desire to be successful? I LOVE and appreciate reviews! Go to JackieUlmer.com/itunes or JackieUlmer.com/stitcher to leave your review and be entered into a drawing for a free month of coaching. Show notes http://JackieUlmer.com/298 I really do want to hear from you. This world and business needs more connection! Do you have a question or comment for me? Feedback for the show? Tweet me - @jackieulmer let me know what's on your mind. I'll respond! and if you have a question for the show, add the hashtag #JackieUlmer or, ask them at JackieUlmer.com/question and include a link to your blog for a link back! Has this been helpful? I would REALLY appreciate it if you would rate the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher, or wherever you listen. Just go to http://JackieUlmer.com/iTunes - click to view in iTunes and you’ll see the link to reviews And, share the link with friends and team partners! On Stitcher - http://JackieUlmer.com/stitcher  Until next time - remember this - Hesitation Never Cashed a Check!

This Podcast Is Episode Number 0207 And It Will Be About Contractor Vs. Tax Accountant View Of Financials Contractors View Of The Numbers And Tax Accountants View Are Different Tax Accountants Review Financial Statements After The Year Has Ended The Tax Accountant’s Role Is To Review The Previous Year Financial History based on the information provided create and file the Annual Federal Tax Return, Annual State Tax Return, and other Local or Payroll Returns. Washington State is a sales tax driven state. Other states have a State Income Tax, and others yet have a blend of both. The Contractors Role Is To Review What Is Happening Now and make Strategic Decisions about what to know in order to have a brighter financial future. The best way to do that is to have QuickBooks Setup to deliver your 5 Key Performance Indicators (KPI) in 5 minutes a day at 5 pm or whatever time is best for you. We call them the 5 At 5 For 5, and we can set them up in your QuickBooks for you! Click here to learn more. Every Construction Contractor Should Have A Tax Accountant Prepare And File Your Annual Tax Returns Congress passes a ton of laws which each one could have zillion pages with addendums and other attachments that will make all the individual bills even harder to understand. Tax Accountants need to keep track of all of these changes. Changes – Question is What impacts Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow. A single bill may include all three possibilities. The condensed Version of the U.S. Master Tax Guide [year] (copies provided by your local Payroll Services) is very similar to size and font of the OSHA Book. In other words, the U.S. Master Tax Guide is  “Fat” like how the telephone books used to be. When discussing the U.S. Master Tax Guide, it is a book  and can be described as a “Thick Book With Very Tiny Print.”   Just The Book that everyone wants to read on a warm, cold, hot, sunny, rainy, cloudy Saturday afternoon. (Not - for those who might be missing my humor). I have copies of several years of U.S. Master Tax Guides, and every one of them is 1000 pages. Remember this is the condensed version referencing only the Most Common tax issues. I expect my Tax Accountant to know The Answer to everything that I may encounter and how to properly deal with it on my annual tax return.         Once The Tax Accountant Has Your Financial Statements It Is All “After The Fact” Accounting. The end of the year has passed. Many of us automatically file an extension so it may be closer to September so “The Past” really is the past.  Way past time to say, I wish I had done this instead. You can say it – It just won’t change the outcome of previous decisions. There are limited “things” the Tax Accountant can move, change or adjust. The year is over. The real question is “How Much Do I Have To Pay?” If you have paid into the Internal Revenue Service via W-2 or Estimated Taxes, hopefully, the amount due will be close to Zero.   Tax Accountants Are Busy, And Everyone Wants Their Returns Filed. Yes, you can be the first one on your block to get your taxes done but is that a good idea? In my opinion, as a business owner, you do not want your Tax Accountant to roar through your tax return, get it done quick, without really reviewing your individual circumstances. Side note, those with College Students on Financial Aid always need to have their returns completed early to meet the Federal Deadlines.       Everyone usually receives from their Tax Accountant a “Tax Booklet” with check sheets to help prepare for documents the Tax Accountant needs to complete the Annual Tax Return. Usually, this Tax Booklet is geared towards what the Tax Accountant needs to complete the Personal Return.     Tax Accountant is hoping everything is in the Business Financial Statements and there are just a few things left to do to be able to complete the annual Business Return. Tax Accountants Are Paid To Fill Out Tax Returns Not Save You Money Or Mentor You We Are Paid To Do Your Contractor Bookkeeping Your Profit And Growth Mentor   Tax Preparers Normally Only Do The Following: · Figure Out The Vehicle and Equipment Depreciation · Look for missing expenses (usually not very hard) · Ask for Cash Receipts (only in passing) · Review Meals and Entertainment (big-ticket meals or excessive meals) · Review for items that are really Owner Draws, Loan to Members or Loans To Shareholders · Owner Equity put into the company (only if they see it) · Other Assets (Job Deposits | WIP) · Other Liabilities (Short or Long Term Notes) · Petty Cash (will ask if you have Cash On Hand) · Suspense (should be cleared out to Zero) · Ask My Accountant (need to have receipts and details to help identify who, what it is for) · Anything that looks Odd (Tax Accountant does not want an audit, so it is better you overpay taxes) Tax Accountants Work With Messy And Incomplete Records To Do Their Job They appreciate a good set of Financials from a Contractors Bookkeeping Services (Fast Easy Accounting). Sometimes Tax Accountants have to be the “Big Person” and refuse future service until the bookkeeping is in a more organized set of financials that they can use. The last thing a Tax Accountant wants is an audit. Finally, the Tax Accountant is ready to start all over and review your Personal Income and Deductions, and then they are able to produce for you two Annual Tax Returns. Depends on the individual returns, and when you are filing whether you can file the returns electronically. Hopefully, you have paid enough in personally to be able to receive a refund.      Tax Accountants Rarely Have Time To Give You More Than The Basics toward Tax Planning beyond the different IRA’s and 401K’s. The Reality is that most of the time The Contractor is ready to leave because the whole process is similar to going to The Doctor. The entire experience of taxes leaves you the Contractor feeling exposed. You know that funny feeling where you have on “The Gown” and your blood pressure immediately rises when the doctor walks in and closes the door. Contractors View of the Financial Statements Contractors are just a little bit annoyed if they want real answers about their business and discover the Tax Accountant is really good at rolling up the numbers and having a Tidy Tax Return but most of them are clueless about construction.   The Contractor wonders why if they are both looking at the same numbers on the Financial Statements that the Tax Accountant cannot or will not be more helpful with answers needed in running their business.   The Short Answer Is There Is A Vast Difference Between Regular Accounting and Construction Accounting. Tax Accountants are a generalist and understand Regular Accounting. Tax Accountants have to be to be able to complete the maximum number of client’s tax return. In their world, the expenses are similar for all businesses. It starts out with Income – Expenses = Net Income or Net Loss. The bottom line number on a Schedule C is Net Income or Loss and is the same for all the businesses. S-Corps have its own return with the numbers passing through to your personal annual Tax Return.    My opinion is Tax Accountants like Personal Tax Returns better because they are like sweet, decadent desserts; whereas Contractor's Business Tax Returns are the vegetables (which is great if you love vegetables) because they have to deal with the Contract's Business Tax Return before they can get to the fun stuff. Or maybe it is just a business decision because everyone has a Personal Tax Return and only some of us have a Business Tax Return.   All phases of accounting and bookkeeping are a specialty including Tax Accounting, General Accounting, and Construction Accounting. Generally, Contractors Are Not Trying To Play “Stump The Wizard” when they are asking the Tax Accountant questions about their Financial Statements. Many contractors will have their Tax Accountant prepare Payroll, Payroll Tax Reports, State and Local Tax Reports (sales tax). Does the Tax Accountant understand your business, even a little bit? If the Tax Accountant does not work with sales tax issues on a regular basis, the contractor may have to explain the rules that impact them to their Tax Accountant. Each state is different is what and how they collect State and Local taxes. The most common thing is that “They Do.” The most basic question Contractors ask is “Am I Making Money Or Losing Money”? The next question is “Where Did I Make Money? It should be an easy question to answer. Unfortunately, when everyone is doing everything but tracking the paperwork and the money there are no answers to be found.   Without A System, It Is Impossible To Know If Your Employees Are Wasting Time And If Material Is Being Wasted This does not mean having a drone flying overhead watching their every move to start with by asking 5 simple questions: 1.    Do they have the Right Tools and Equipment? 2.    Do they know your expectations? 3.    Do they feel they are being paid fairly? 4.    Are they a Willing Worker and doing the job? 5.    Will they use an electronic Time Card? (T-Sheets) Part of the role of Management is knowing “What 10 Minutes Waste Costs You”In Washington State, the Worker’s Compensation rate is set by the individual tasks and then calculated by the hours worked. Other states have similar ways to calculate Workers Compensation or Insurance. In most states, Laborers and Apprentices have the exact same Worker’s Compensation rate as the Lead Person on the job.  Skill level is different, and the Contractor is always balancing the Cost of Wages against Value of The Skill of Each Worker.   Contractors are always faced with variables including costs that continue to rise after the bid has been accepted. One little hurricane can impact the cost of building material across the country. One little snow storm and delay truckers and the goods they carry. One little bit of sunshine is okay for days but months and months where is it not normal can be a huge deal. In Winter, you expect snow in the mountains to go skiing, rain in the Spring for flowers, the sun in the Summer to play, and a little frost in the Fall on the pumpkins.   With changing weather patterns, we all need to adapt. We are in the greater Puget Sound (Seattle area), and for years it was 350 days of rain, winter rain, spring rain, fall rain, maybe 15 days of summer. Today it snowed! Last week it snowed and the week before it snowed. Good News, the snow did not stay long and for the most part did not impact schools. At the same time, other places around the USA had different experiences.  Contractors Play A Type Of Sports Game Every Day Without The Rewards Of A Fat Guaranteed Contract. They go Up To Bat, Jump Through Hoops, Run Down The Field all in hopes of securing The Call, Creating The Bid, Closing The Sale, Preforming The Work, Getting Paid. Have a Life.   Contractors want to know “Are I Making Money” or “Losing Money” now “Which Job?”   Should I be doing “More of This” and “Less of That?” Sometimes is a little hard for The Contractor to be Happy and Full of Smiles when a project Goes Over Budget, you have Given Away Free Change Orders to Keep The Customer Happy and Discovered Material Is Way Over Budget.   If The Contractor has 30 day accounts the final bills are still coming in after the project is complete. If it is a Time and Material billing and the final invoice was created too soon; it is almost impossible to get additional funds from the customer. It is by exception, that additional funds can be collected and always get signed Change Orders and paid promptly over waiting to the end of the project.      Many times, Contractors think they have made money based on the fact that all the bills got paid and there was some money left over. With poor bookkeeping, it is hard to know because the checking account may be reflecting checks that have not cleared, deposits from the next job, personal funds deposited back into the account to cover last minutes’ expenses and forgotten.   Good Construction Bookkeeping is the solution A little bit of effort towards Job Costing can be very helpful in understanding the numbers. The Key is asking the Right Professional the right question. Tax Accountants understand how to roll all the numbers up from the different aspects of your personal and business life into a summary Tax Return for the Internal Revenue Service. Construction Accountants understands the numbers in your business and where to properly put them. Your Banker looks at both sets of numbers and decides if you are credit worthy for a loan. Get a Board of Advisors NOW! The Contractor and Contractor’s Spouse look at the numbers and either Smile and say “WOW” or Frown and Say “Ouch” “Oh Crap” or something much more descriptive.   No matter which way the numbers are from Fantastic to In The Toilet The Next Step is Now What Do We Do?   We are here to help. Let’s Chat! Wishing You The Best Every Day. Sincerely, Sharie DeHart Sharie 206-361-3950 sharie@fasteasyaccounting.com I trust this podcast helps you understand that outsourcing your contractor's bookkeeping services to us is about more than just “doing the bookkeeping”; it is about taking a holistic approach to your entire construction company and helping support you as a contractor and as a person. We Remove Contractor's Unique Paperwork Frustrations We understand the good, bad and the ugly about owning and operating construction companies because we have had several of them and we sincerely care about you and your construction company! That is all I have for now, and if you have listened to this far please do me the honor of commenting and rating podcast www.FastEasyAccounting.com/podcast Tell me what you liked, did not like, tell it as you see it because your feedback is crucial and I thank you in advance. You Deserve To Be Wealthy Because You Bring Value To Other People's Lives! I trust this will be of value to you and your feedback is always welcome at www.FastEasyAccounting.com/podcast One more example of how Fast Easy Accounting is helping construction company owners across the USA including Alaska and Hawaii put more money in the bank to operate and grow your construction company. Construction accounting is not rocket science; it is a lot harder than that, and a lot more valuable to construction contractors like you so stop missing out and call Sharie 206-361-3950 or email sharie@fasteasyaccounting.com Thinking About Outsourcing Your Contractors Bookkeeping Services? Click On The Link Below: www.FastEasyAccounting.com/hs This guide will help you learn what to look for in outsourced construction accounting. Need Help Now? Call Sharie 206-361-3950 sharie@fasteasyaccounting.com Thank you very much, and I hope you understand we do care about you and all contractors regardless of whether or not you ever hire our services. 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Would you believe how challenging it has been for me to find a website hosting provider that works within the limitations of my business online? When I started my business 5 years ago, cost was a huge factor and branding played a big part in my decision. I did my own research and chose some hosting provider I had never heard of before. There hosting was a nightmare for my WordPress website and I switched next to Google sites. While their hosting was outstanding, the content management system they use is in house and very limiting in features. From Google Sites I moved to a HostGator dedicated server which was fast with 100 visitors or so per day but cost over $4,000 a year. To save money and accept that my business did not merit a dedicated server, I switched to GoDaddy VPS which was horrible. When I tried to cancel, GoDaddy sold me on managed WordPress which is exactly what I needed. With a few hundred visitors a day and not taking orders on my website, my GoDaddy worked good. Once I hit 1,000+ visitors a day with many customers trying to place orders in my website, everything came tumbling down. Customers were being charged twice, order pages were not loading, and suddenly I found that GoDaddy had no option to even upgrade. I almost switched to BlueHost after they made me a custom affiliate offer of $80 per sign up but then in the processing of switching the entire experience was horrible. While GoDaddy had done a free migration live on the phone from HostGator, BlueHost charges $199 to migrate a website and the chat support did not even tell me I could order it with my plan. After making this episode in complete frustration, I was inspired to do more research. After hours more of Googling and reading post after post linking to affiliate program after affiliate program and remembering this podcast episode, I thought why not see if Google has a WordPress hosting solution? It turns out THEY DO using the Google Cloud Program or GCP. This service is similar to Amazon Web Services or AWS in that it is cloud based computing. My experience with Google sites taught me that Google is unmatched for fast hosting and a few times Googling Google WordPress Hosting led me to google "Managed WordPress Hosting with Google Cloud" which led me to Kinsta. Kinsta apparently hosts many huge websites like those by Intuit, creator of Turbotax and owner of Mint.com. While Kinsta does not have a plan for less than $100 a month, they offer top tier speed and scaling according to an independent and not affiliated review website. They offer a simple setup by hosting through Google Cloud Platform which removes the difficulties of setting my own WordPress installation up there. What I hope you get out of this episode is seeing the value of persistence and continuing to keep asking deeper questions. It is no coincidence that just an hour after doing this episode and crying in frustration, I found the hosting solution I needed. My exercise for this episode was to practice gratitude for having so many easy to choose from options which is exactly what I did which led me to signup with Kinsta right after messaging BlueHost to cancel and provide a full refund. I appreciate you reading this and hope this episode of Happier People podcast is helpful for you! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jerrybanfield/support

英语有声儿童童话故事 海的女儿 第19章 “Why have not we immortal souls?” asked the little mermaid,mournfully. “I would gladly give all the hundreds of years that I have to live,to be a human being only for one day and to have the hope of knowing thehappiness of that glorious world above the stars.”“You must not think that,” saidthe old woman. “We believe that we are much happier and much better off thanhuman beings.”“So I shall die,” said the littlemermaid, “and as the foam of the sea I shall be driven about, never again tohear the music of the waves or to see the pretty flowers or the red sun? Isthere anything I can do to win an immortal soul?”“No,” said the old woman; “unlessa man should love you so much that you were more to him than his father or hismother, and if all his thoughts and all his love were fixed upon you, and thepriest placed his right hand in yours, and he promised to be true to you hereand hereafter—then his soul would glide into your body, and you would obtain ashare in the future happiness of mankind. He would give to you a soul andretain his own as well; but this can never happen. Your fish's tail, whichamong us is considered so beautiful, on earth is thought to be quite ugly. Theydo not know any better, and they think it necessary, in order to be handsome,to have two stout props, which they call legs.”

This second episode ably builds upon the first. Last week we met pretty much everyone we need to know to get us through the story. (If anybody else shows up, I'm going to call cheating on the Duffer Brothers.) This week, we get to see: Mike's E.T.-inspired introduction of the world outside Hawkins Labs to a wide-eyed Elle Lucas' low tolerance for supernatural shenanigans Dustin's quick-witted ability to cause a distraction (bang-BANG!) Steve Harrington's best moves (not counting those using a stuffed bear) Jonathon's unsupervised nocturnal activities -and- The true meaning of friendship, as demonstrated by our resident slave to raging hormones, Nancy. With only 8 episode this season, no episode can spend much time on any one character. This episode goes a long way to defining who the main characters are without a lot of exposition. They DO the things that tell us who they are, making it very watchable. And just when you think you've seen everything this episode has to offer... Barb. Direct iTunes link! Skeptical Barb, not buying Nancy's story.

Show Notes for Episode 65: “Save Whitey” This week host Dave Bledsoe talks about White People and why they can't have nice things, not even that Jack Daniels Elvis Decanter they bought at the Swap Shop over on Route 5! We start with the White Folks across the Pond who decided they would rather burn down their entire economy than have any more Brown folks move next door, and jump right over to America where our own White Folks are starting shitter fires at the Tractor Pull. (We're WAY past dumpster fires here folks) . We give a shout out to our Sister Show on the Fast Eddies' Podcast Hut Network, “Ere, what up in yer gob yah bleedin' sod” hosted by Reggie Smythwick Jones--what up Reg! We go over little things like the Civil War, Gavin's tragic choice to try online dating, and how you are forced to break Godwin's Law when you discuss working at an Amazon distro warehouse. We ALSO provide some fairly simple solutions to the biggest problems afflicting White People in America and they do NOT require internment camps, given up their guns, or being converted to homosexuality. They DO require voting for Hillary Clinton, so I expect they will think this is equally awful. We open the show with Trumpiest Trump Supporter Who Ever Trumped, this week and close out with Bocephus telling us all it will all right if you don't go anywhere near where you might actually find a job. Hypnostate provides the music in our opening credits. The Show on Twitter The Show on Facebook The Show on Soundcloud www,whatthehellpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Finals game 2 was a blowout, so Dan and Dru only give a few quick thoughts. They DO, however, share their 3 least favorite NBA players. Some minor cracker debate, as well.

What if the smartest people in the world understand something that the rest of us don’t? (They Do.)  Richie Norton tells us about his stunning take on the momentum of starting something, starting anything. Learn his great take on how to crush fear, make dreams happen, and live without regret.

This week Erin and Stella try and contain their joy at the return of Lucha Underground. They DO talk about other promotions and news, because they are professionals, but who cares! LUCHA!!

With absolutely ZERO guests this episode, Mike and Chris get down to serious business. Discussing everything from the Syrian refugee crisis to the biggest blockbusters of the year, they don’t agree on much. They DO agree on one thing though: this is the BEST EPISODE YET. 

This week the Chaotic Neutral Crew sets off upriver into the gloomy woods in search of... well, they're not quite decided on that part yet. They DO know that they're going into the forest, and Finnell is pretty sure they won't be taking a boat. Find out why you shouldn't follow mysterious lights in the middle of the night this week on the Chaotic Neutral Podcast! Chaotic Neutral is a live-play, or real-play, 5th edition D&D podcast with a cast of crazy, raunchy, and irreverent player characters. You can find us on iTunes as the Chaotic Neutral Podcast, or you can stream and download direct at @cndnd. We also stream our recording sessions live on twitch.tv/chaoticneutraldnd, and our old streams are archived there, too! You can follow us on Twitter @cndndcast for all of our latest news, including the date and time of our next live recording! Cast: Finnell - Allen Kai - David Burt - Cheyne Kiki - Aimee DM - Caleb Music selections were "Evil Plan" and "Iron Horse - Distressed" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Thanks for listening! Be sure to rate, review, favorite, and share, or Burt will stop doing the creepy mental tentacle sound!

ROBIN IS AWAY! DO WHATEVER YOU WANT!! As Robin is in New York being popular, Michael decided to keep the podcast going with a few "specials". This is the first one. Xfm DJ and comedian, John Robins discusses his love of UK classic rock band Queen. And they get pissed. Really drunk. Hammered. They DO talk about music though. When they aren't actually singing. It's like finding a lost episode of Beavis and Butthead.

--{ He Who Goes with the Flow will Never Know: "Power Factions Vying for Your Cerebral Cortex As We All are Sucked Down Propaganda Vortex, Some are Aware but Most are Oblivious, Under Hypnosis of Predators Carnivorous Who Prowl Not for Meat but Appetite Stalks For Power and Dominion Over All that Walks, Talks, Slithers, Creeps and Those that Fly, On Prowl for Thinkers Like You and I, Eugenics and Family Trees of V.I.P.s Govern the World, They Do as They Please, With Technology and Scientific Technique, They Bring into View the Future They Seek" © Alan Watt }-- Process of Human and Computer Logic - Global Standardized Education/Indoctrination, Group Consensus, Eradication of History - Counterintelligence, Manipulation of Groups - Cutbacks in Healthcare and Increasing Military Budget - Goons Pepper-Spraying Crowds, Massacre Mentality, "Only Obeying Orders" - Political Agenda of "Climate Change", Falsified Claims - European Missile Defense System - Pharmacological-Medical Industry - BPA (Oestrogen Mimicker) Found in Canned Foods - Monsanto of Military-Industrial Complex, Toxic Waste Dumping - Return of Debtors' Prisons - Homeland Security Takeover - Terror Plot Sting Operations - Degenerate Society, Psychopathic Culture given to Emulate - Money the Kickoff to "Civilization" - Ancient Art of Moneylending, Funding Armies and Empires - Ancient Minoans and Phoenicians. (See http://www.cuttingthroughthematrix.com for article links.) *Title/Poem and Dialogue Copyrighted Alan Watt - Nov. 23, 2011 (Exempting Music, Literary Quotes, and Callers' Comments)

--{ Slim's the Fashion when You're on Ration: Listen and Take Heed for Your Own Good, Eventually Austerity Boils Down to Food: "Hundreds of Trucks, Fleets, Daily Do Arrive, Bringing Food to Cities So Millions will Survive, All Kinds of Goodies, Veg Carefully Planted, Cared until Grown, Things We Take for Granted, After Years of Plenty, Most'll be Off-Guard, Rationing'll be Introduced, Times will be Hard, Austerity Means Plummeting, Near to Poorer Nations, Where Corrupt Governments Put Down Confrontations, Under Guise "Equality" the Rulers have a Ball, Champagne Parties, Good Food, They Do have it All, Public is Conditioned for All these Things to Be, Yet in Hedonism, Each Says "They Don't Mean Me", The Domesticated Herd Ignores Each Warning Sign, "Politicos will Fix it, it's Their Job, Not Mine," Thin Veneer of Civilization will Rip Away so Quickly, Riots, Theft and Murder, Gruesome and Sickly, Presently They Scoff, Preferring Actor Celebs Yappin' To Bringers of Bad Tidings, Warning what will Happen" © Alan Watt }-- Authorized History and School Curriculum - Post-Democratic Authoritarian Society - Government Out of Reach, Not There to Serve You - Scientific Indoctrination and Conditioning - Adaptation into New Normal, Group Behaviour - Communitarianism/Communism - Destruction of Family, Tribe and Nation - Greening Agenda - Complaints Departments - United Nations - Elections and Voting Doublethink - UN Treaties, Dictates and Agenda 21 down to Local Level, Sovereignty Bypassed - Credits to Replace Money, Used for Social Control - Television and Technology to Alter Behaviour - "Experts" to Rule the World - Elitism, Belief in Darwinism and Culling the "Unfit" - Immature Public, Perpetual Children, Sports. Signs that US is Resembling Third World - "Soylent Green" ("Make Room, Make Room"), Overpopulation Scare - "Austerity" Measures Mandated by IMF - Bribes for Politicians, Envelopes full of Cash - Global "Equality" - Dismantling of U.S.. Global Feudal System with CEO Overlords - Food/Commodity Market, Manipulation of Prices. Creation of Selfish Hedonistic Culture from the Top Down. (See http://www.cuttingthroughthematrix.com for article links.) *Title/Poem and Dialogue Copyrighted Alan Watt - Sept. 2, 2010 (Exempting Music, Literary Quotes, and Callers' Comments)

--{ Redistribution of Wealth to Emerging Nations: Is This a Joke, We Pay Them and We're Broke?: "Did the West's Downward Signal Begin with the Towers? Actually it Occurred on Schedule, Planned by Powers Which Use Nations, Then Dispose Without Thanks, Run by Organizations which Own World Banks, They're Monopolists, Ruthless, yet Charming - Kinda, Now They're Raising India, Brazil and China, Which by U.N. Agreement Pay No Carbon Fees For Up to 20 Years, They Do as They Please, Other U.N. Treaties Assure They'll have the Best Nuclear/ Coal Power, Health Care Paid by West, Which also Pays Factories to Move to Their Nations, Trains Their Employees for Their New Occupations, Yes, It Must be Nice to be an Emerging State, Paid to Prosper with No Pay-Back Date" © Alan Watt }-- China Financed to be THE Manufacturer of the Planet by the West - CFR-RIIA Directing and Running an Agenda (They Don't Play Politics) - Mass Psychology - Communitarian System (New Soviet) - Media's Job to Keep You in the Dark - Western Countries turned into Service Economies, Jobs Exported to China - Communist China Holds U.S. Debt - Interchangeable Presidents and Prime Ministers - War OF Terror - Celebrities Promoted into Stardom, Public Follow - Elite Always Plan Their Own Survival - Police Profile Public for "Suspicious" Behaviour - Rand Co. Computers Analyzing All Your Personal Data - Weaponized GMO Food - U.S. Bankrupt - Castles for Trillionaires in China - China Tourism to Save Britain - 4 out of 5 Jobs Go to Foreigners in Britain - Democracy vs. Republic form of Gov. - All Top Politicians Hand-Picked. Dissolvable Micro-Needle Vaccine Patch - DARPA (Pentagon) Funding Vaccine Production from Tobacco Plants - Pharma-Funded Drug Studies give Glowing Reports - GMO Canola and other Crops Thriving in the Wild. (See http://www.cuttingthroughthematrix.com for article links.) *Title/Poem and Dialogue Copyrighted Alan Watt - Aug. 12, 2010 (Exempting Music, Literary Quotes, and Callers' Comments)

--{ Big Brother Pushes Further: "Don't Need Gallup or Opinion Poll, The New World Order's on a Roll, Mandatory Monitoring of Families at Home, Government Ensures You're Never Alone, From General Public There's Nary a Squeak, They're Mind-Bombed by Pharma, Booze, All Meek, Government does Thinking, No Decisions to Make, Trained, if They Do, They'll Make a Mistake, No Use Complaining, Sending off Letters, State's Telling You, it's Now Rule by Your Betters, Apathy and Chaos, Courtesy Those We've Despised, Scientific Dictatorship, Techniques Now Recognized" © Alan Watt }-- Scientific Socialism, Fabianism, Intelligentsia, Incremental Changes - Mandatory Inoculations - Skinner, Behavioural Psychology - Standardized Propaganda, Radio, TV, Media. BBC, Eton - Comedies, Dad as Idiot and Drunk - Britain, "Family Intervention" Projects, Families Watched by CCTV Cameras in Homes - British Depression, Unemployment, Drugs, Booze. Spying in Homes, Inspections, Council Housing - Public as Clay to be Molded - Problems Created, Abuser Blames Victim. Monitoring of Cell Phones and Computers, Remote Software "Updates" and Deletion. Creation of Apathy - Health Services become Authorities - U.S., Socialized Medicine, Cost-Effectiveness ("More for Less") - Point System, Treatment based on "Value to Society" - Minimum Healthcare - Euthanasia, Assisted Suicide by Nurses - Polls, Herd Follows - Economic Units, Good Producer-Consumers - Swine Flu, Vaccine Production and Profits. Pharmaceuticals, Drugged Public - Destruction of Old Way of Life, Morality - Culture Industry, Imitation of "Stars" - Music, Satire. Predictive Programming, Sci-Fi Writers, Futurist Society, Grants - Pentagon Funding Hollywood Movies. (Articles: ["SIN BINS FOR WORST FAMILIES (£400million plans to put 20,000 problem families under 24-hour CCTV super-vision in their own homes)" by Alison Little (express.co.uk) - July 23, 2009.] ["BIG BROTHER IS WATCHING YOUR BLACKBERRY - How Wired Gadgets Encroach on Privacy" by Christian Stocker (spiegel.de) - July 27, 2009.] ["RCN neutral on assisted suicide" (news.bbc.co.uk) - July 25, 2009.] ["Government virus expert paid £ 116k by swine flu vaccine manufacturers" by David Derbyshire (dailymail.co.uk) - July 27, 2009.]) *Title/Poem and Dialogue Copyrighted Alan Watt - July 28, 2009 (Exempting Music, Literary Quotes, and Callers' Comments)

Open access router network? The People’s Romance: Why People Love Government (as Much as They Do) by Daniel B. Klein http://www.independent.org/publications/tir/article.asp?a=536 ; http://www.independent.org/pdf/tir/tir_10_1_1_klein.pdf "Why do some people never support a free-market proposal, even when they think it would work better than government intervention? For many, the reason is that collective political action offers the romantic notion that 'we’re all working together,' while market mechanisms seem to them less lofty because they rely on the self-interest of individuals acting privately." (D.K.) TPR (the people's romance) encourages governmental intervention for its own sake Pundits constantly conflate Americans with government, i.e., the people in government who rule over them Fearing, revering, and worshipping power and the process of indoctrinating a public that kowtows to "authority"--main aspects of TPR Encompassing sentiment coordination of the WHOLE group, whether you like it or not, is the nature of TPR In actuality, there are no "citizens" and there is no "State"--both are arbitrary collectivistic and legal abstractions that lead to coercive control of rights-respecting people and distortion and destruction of entire economies Without imposing a communized infrastructure, government would lose all perceived legitimacy The in-group and out-group dynamic is also part of TPR--the out-group must be either shunned or subdued Libertarian aphorism: The are two types of people--those who want to be left alone and those who won't leave them alone Most slaves don't like seeing other slaves trying to break free of their shackles--so they attack them and keep all enslaved TPR lives off coercion The conceptual common denominator between fanciful Objectivist government and actual government is the coercive monopolization of its "services" Feelings are tools of evaluation, not tools of cognition; people can have "joyous" feelings based on a whole host of contradictions--though they betray their true selves, their authentic selves The three types of libertarians: classical liberals; laissez-faire capitalists (or minarchists); anarcho-capitalists, or market anarchists, or voluntarists (or agorists) TPR lies at the heart of communism The differences between working for a communist boss and a capitalist boss are immense, although oftentimes diminished in a mixed economy like today's Statists are afflicted with slavespeak (http://www.buildfreedom.com/tl/tl07a.htm) and the Stockholm Syndrome (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stockholm_syndrome) The fatuous superstition of "the consent of the governed" leads to "being greater than kings and less than men" (de Toqueville) Taxation is an extortion racket to no end Lysander Spooner's 1840's attempt at competing with monopoly gang of the USPS http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lysander_Spooner#Early_years_and_the_postal_monopoly Statists' version of a "civilized society" is one in which rights-respecting people are forced to do things against their wills--oh so civilized, isn't it! Penn & Teller: Bullshit!: Recycling http://www.sho.com/site/schedules/product.do?episodeid=121062&seriesid=134&seasonid=0 or watch here (though may go defunct) http://www.milkandcookies.com/link/92358/detail/ http://www.videosift.com/video/Penn-Teller-Bullshit-Recycling Understanding property rights yields a better environment Property Is An Extension Of Self-Ownership http://completeliberty.com/chapter3.php#68 Psychology of Ownership http://www.logicallearning.net/libpsychologyofo.html Regulatory "policies bind people together, like a bundle of sticks" (D.K.) Failing to strike the root of the welfare state...Dr. No's statist insanity: Immigration Reform in 2006? by Ron Paul http://www.lewrockwell.com/paul/paul343.html Free trade brings respectful relations with former strangers Advocates of TPR abhor people withdrawing their participation by pursuing private interests The "war on terrorism" is the "new giant in the parade of war frauds" (D.K.) What Michael Phelps Should Have Said: Smoking pot shouldn't be a crime. Or the public's business by Radley Balko http://www.reason.com/news/show/131438.html Contrast mj with alchohol toxicity: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tetrahydrocannabinol#Toxicity The four proposed origins of TPR: 1) Socio-biological and cultural evolution [though there are no innate ideas] The Early Human Condition: http://www.logicallearning.net/libearlyhumancon.html 2) Society as family, government as parent Radical unschooling is the most enlightened and respectful method of parenting, thus enabling a future society of complete liberty; Dayna Martin: What is Radical Unschooling? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kiHyzS26N0Y 3) Society as being, government as head We need better integration and understanding of the facets of self; The Art of Self-Discovery http://www.nathanielbranden.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=38 4) Society as organization, government as director The ills of identifying with the coercive gang and seeing their orders as legitimate Pursuing one's rational self-interest entails respecting the rights of other people Common decency entails respect for persons, property, and agreements Libertarian principles cannot engender TPR Wealth and technology enable people to withdraw and resist statism (http://freestateproject.org as a product of info tech) The process and goals of civil disobedience--coupled with education in libertarian principles Very commendable site: http://cdevolution.org/ Liberty lovers must raise "law enforcers'" awareness of the moral issues and make it unbearable for them (and statists in general) to pretend that their activities are legitimate, noble, and just Police and courts depend on individual rights-violators to rationalize their own rights-violating gang--thus perpetuating their immoral scheme of unjust laws Reaching out to the silent majority of Americans who share the libertarian credo of common decency is key to good activism :) bumper music "Spanish Romance" by Liona Boyd - First Lady of Guitar (Album: The Best of Liona Boyd) http://www.classicalguitar.com/ to comment, please go to http://completeliberty.com/magazine/category/91697