Podcasts about trailblazing

The story behind a trailblazing performer making beautiful music at New York's Metropolitan Opera House. Also, Dylan visits the owner of a candy shop serving up some of the best treats from around the world—all in one place. Plus, Craig meets an Oregon dad building a following by sharing his fun and creative DIY projects. And, NBC's Steve Patterson gets an exclusive look inside the top-secret Xbox lab at Microsoft.

Born with a life-threatening spinal condition, Atif Moon was never supposed to walk, let alone become a Top 10 U.S. wheelchair tennis player, successful CEO, and acclaimed motivational speaker. In this powerful episode of Walk and Roll Live – Disability Stories, Atif shares his extraordinary journey from a daunting diagnosis to center court victories, national honors, and boardroom leadership. Hosts Doug Vincent and Addie Rich dive into Atif's experiences as the first Muslim American named one of the Ten Outstanding Young Americans, his work with the White House and LA Clippers, and how he inspires audiences across North America to own their individuality and embrace independence. It's a compelling story of resilience, faith, and unstoppable drive that will leave you uplifted and motivated. Whether you're an athlete, entrepreneur, or advocate—this is an episode you don't want to miss. Walk and Roll Live 

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Dr. Natalie Azar and Joy Bauer stop by to discuss the importance of a magnesium-rich diet and share tips for boosting your daily intake. Also, fashion designer Prabal Gurung opens up about his new memoir, Walk Like a Girl, and encourages others to tell their own stories. Plus, actress Annie Murphy joins to talk about the long-awaited second season of ‘Nine Perfect Strangers.'

Mentioned in the episode:Smidge- Magnesium Supplements for a Good Night's Sleep | Smidge® Code- GOLDIVY10 for a 10% discount at checkoutEveryday Dose- https://www.everydaydose.com/goldivy Code- GOLDIVY at checkoutAll Things Elderberry- www.allthingselderberry.com Code- GOLDIVY at checkout for 15% off your first orderSafeSleeve- safesleevecases.com/collections Code- GOLDIVY for a 15% discount at checkoutGuest: Heather Brown LMFTInstagram: Wander Well InstagramWebsite: WanderWell TherapyWhat if therapy could involve walking on a trail, enjoying nature, while you unpack the burdens you've been carrying with a professional? What if the trauma your body has been holding is released as you stare at the birds flying and smell the lilacs blooming? Heather Brown LMFT of WanderWell Therapy is here to make that possible. With walk and talk therapy, Heather helps to foster a sense of calm and openness, promoting deeper self-reflection and insight. This innovative approach encourages clients to break free from conventional constraints, inspiring a holistic approach to healing that transcends the confines of the traditional therapy room.Tune in to hear Heather's own personal experience with medical trauma that ultimately led to creating this revolutionary practice that is helping people heal more every day.*Additionally, we want to remind you that this podcast is presented solely for educational and entertainment purposes. We are not licensed therapists, and this podcast is not intended as a substitute for the advice of a physician, professional coach, psychotherapist, or other qualified professional.*Find Andrea & Brooke as @goldivyhealthco on Instagram: Brooke Herbert | Andrea Herbert (@goldivyhealthco) • Instagram photos and videos#mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthawarenessmonth #mentalhealthpodcast #therapy #walkandtalktherapy Support the show

In today's episode, Sarah is sitting down and chatting with Cristine about all things meditation, healing, and wellness. Meet the visionary Cristine Hull, PhD, a trailblazing Mental Health Clinician with a penchant for holistic healing and quantum science. Infusing her practice with the wisdom of both Eastern and Western philosophies, Cristine is not just an expert in Integrative Mental Health - she's a transformative force for wellness. With previous careers in substance abuse and school psychology, Cristine holds a Master's in Psychology, Doctorate in Natural Medicine, and certifications in EMDR and Hypnotherapy. Developer of the Zero Point Meridian technique and Quantum Wholeness Meditation, Cristine's integrative approach empowers others to unlock their full healing potential. Connect with Cristine: https://cristinehull.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@hhwholeness Being at Zero Book: https://www.amazon.com/Being-At-Zero-Cristine-Hull/dp/B0D9Y8GX3K   Connect with Sarah: IG: @sarahghekiere.nd Email: sarahghekierend@gmail.com Work with Sarah 1:1 - 50% off in exchange for feedback for a limited time: bit.ly/ITHWBH2025 Sarah's Meditations on Insight Timer: https://insighttimer.com/innertruthhealing/guided-meditations Learn More about Inner Truth Healing: innertruthhealing.us

Session 9 ‘Reducing Sepsis Mortality Through System Change – Lessons from Trailblazing Countries' from the 5th World Sepsis Congress. Featuring Daniela Souza, Ron Daniels, Carolyn Hullick, Nora Luethi, Sue Markey, Direk Limmathurotsakul, and Simon Finfer as your moderator.

Rachel Pastor Rachel Pastor is a dynamic entrepreneur, transformation expert, and advocate for holistic wellness. Overcoming a five-year battle with heroin addiction and homelessness, Rachel discovered the transformative power of mindset, habits, and psychedelics, which led her to a life dedicated to helping others heal and thrive. As the founder of Golden Rule Mushrooms, Rachel channels her passion for mental well-being and personal growth into providing tools, resources, and products that empower individuals to elevate their lives, overcome anxiety, depression, PTSD, and other challenges. Her mission is to create a movement that inspires clarity, joy, and transformation in the lives of many. Rachel's career has been defined by her commitment to empowering others through innovative methods and heartfelt leadership. As a sought-after speaker and author of Unf**k Your Fitness Mindset, her achievements include founding Colorado's largest fitness festival and creating the Xperience Method—a global movement integrating neurolinguistic programming, fitness, and nutrition. She has collaborated with high-profile individuals such as Zachary Levi and Chris and Heidi Powell, and has helped thousands worldwide achieve lasting transformation. Rachel's visionary leadership and authentic approach distinguish her as a trailblazer in the wellness industry Tiffany Hurd Tiffany Hurd is a Microdosing Advisor, Business Leadership Mentor, and Speaker passionate about helping individuals and businesses harness the transformative power of psychedelics for personal growth and professional development. With 7+ years in the psychedelic space and guiding over 250 individuals and teams through intentional microdosing practices, Tiffany combines neuroscience-backed protocols with leadership strategies to foster emotional resilience, creativity, and clarity. Her unique approach empowers people to heal trauma, unlock their full potential, and show up as the best version of themselves in their personal and professional lives. Drawing from her own journey of overcoming childhood instability and discovering the healing potential of psychedelics, Tiffany brings a deeply authentic and heart-led perspective to her work. She has collaborated with industry-leading businesses, medical professionals, and executives to integrate innovative strategies that inspire growth and create lasting impact. Tiffany's mission is to take a stand for healing and transformation, offering individuals and teams the tools to elevate their lives and drive meaningful change. Tune into this fascinating conversation fundamentally based in the healing power of psychedelics and microdosing as Tiffany and Rachel walk Patrick forward from his youthful recreational macro-dosing of mushrooms and LSD to explain the more recent years of mainstream therapeutic microdosing. Rachel and Tiffany dive into the many reasons that make this medicine so valuable and beneficial, from getting to the root and source of life hindering issues such as anxiety, PTSD and depression to opening up creativity and possibility in life and business. They discuss the research and science behind microdosing and the 2 key essentials to 10x your microdosing experience. Tiffany and Rachel address common fears and stigmas and explain how microdosing differs from macro-dosing, alcohol, or smoking pot. They each share their personal story of early trauma, transformation and discontent, which led them on their individual path to the profound benefits of microdosing which, at the heart of it all, they desire to share with all people. 10% of your first purchase by using code: grpodcast (the link automatically applies code at checkout https://goldenrulemushrooms.com/?coupon-code=grpodcast&sc-page=shop)

** My new book, Paws for Thought (second edition) is now available as a print book, an e-book and in audio – grab your copy today! Order it at https://www.loisstrachan.com/shop/#acc-content In today's episode, Lois chats with Katrina (Kat) Paz, the compiler of a recently published bestselling book, Trailblazing and Transforming: Success Stories of Entrepreneurs with Disabilities. Trailblazing and Transforming shares the stories of twelve people with disabilities who have achieved success in building their own companies. The purpose of the book is to build awareness of entrepreneurship as a way for people with disabilities to grow sustainable income generating organisations from their skills and passions. In the conversation, Kat discusses why entrepreneurship is such a good option for people with disabilities as a career, the diversity of those represented in the book, and what people can learn from it. Find Trailblazing and Transforming: Success Stories of Entrepreneurs with Disabilities on Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/Trailblazing-Transforming-Success-Entrepreneurs-Disabilities-ebook/dp/B0F3S6BRP3/ref=sr_1_1?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.FFuROm34wayO82mopyepFQ.ZblSLGivwEmSRUjx1w7bVqkqQymynpi8IUp82KZ0H14&dib_tag=se&keywords=success+stories+of+entrepreneurs+with+disability+paz&qid=1746703949&s=books&sr=1-1 As a note, Trailblazing and Transforming achieved bestseller status in the categories of Home-Based Business Sales & Selling and Biographies of Social Activists on the day it launched. Find Kat Paz on the following links: Website: leapground.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LeapGround Instagram: @leapground LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/leapground/ Image description: Cover of the book Trailblazing and Transforming, Success Stories of Entrepreneurs with Disabilities, compiled by Kat Paz. The cover is in shades of blue and gray with pops of orange. It features three graphics of people from the waist down. On the left is a person with a prosthetic leg. In the middle is a person wearing business attire with a briefcase in their left hand and a white cane in their right hand. The right image is of a person in a wheelchair. I'd love to hear from you – contact me at Web: https://www.loisstrachan.com/ LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/lstrachan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/loisstrachanspeaker This episode edited by Craig Strachan using Hindenburg PRO – find out more on Hindenburg.com Credits and music by Charlie Dyasi.

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In this episode, we ride into the extraordinary life of John Ware, one of the most iconic and underrepresented figures in Canadian history. Born into slavery in the American South, Ware rose above the brutality of his beginnings to become a celebrated cowboy, rancher, and folk hero in 19th-century Alberta. We explore his journey from enslavement to freedom, his unmatched skills as a horseman, and his profound impact on Western Canada's ranching culture.All our links:https://bio.to/canboringThis podcast is hosted two idiots and created purely for entertainment purposes. By accessing this Podcast, I acknowledge that the CIB Podcast makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this Podcast. The information, opinions presented in this Podcast are for general entertainment and humor only and any reliance on the information provided in this Podcast is done at your own risk. However, if we get it badly wrong and you wish to suggest a correction, please email canadianpoliticsisboring@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Baljit Sangra's new documentary issues its central question in its title: Have You Heard Judi Singh? If you have to think about it, the answer is no, because once you've heard Judi Singh sing, you'll remember it – her clarity, her lyricism, the ease with which she scat and sang bebop and standards and original music – you'll remember that you've heard Judi Singh sing for the rest of your life. Originally from Edmonton, gifted jazz singer Judi Singh defied expectations as a Punjabi-Black artist stepping onto the stage in the late 1950s. Though her ethereal voice captivated musicians and audiences, the music industry failed to give her the recognition she deserved—an all-too-familiar story for women and artists of colour. In this lively and deeply felt documentary portrait, Judi's daughter Emily Hughes and Baljit retrace Judi's life and music through archival recordings, intimate recollections, and the bohemian spaces she once inhabited. Weaving together moments of brilliance, struggle, and resilience, the film reintroduces a forgotten artist to the spotlight she always deserved.More people will have the opportunity to acquaint themselves with Judi's voice and her remarkable story after Have You Heard Judi Singh? has its world premiere at the 2025 DOXA Documentary Film Festival. Filmmaker Baljit Sangra returns to the podcast to discuss Judi's artistry and legacy. Episode sponsor: Directors Guild Of Canada, BC District Council

Trailblazing journalist and proud Gamilaroi woman Brooke Boney opens up like never before in All of It, her powerful debut essay collection. Like many millennial women, Brooke Boney is navigating a society that expects her to chase it all – career, success and personal fulfillment – while doing so under an unforgiving public gaze. In her highly anticipated essay collection, All of It, she reflects on the pressures of life in the spotlight as the first Indigenous host of Australian commercial breakfast television and now as an ambitious scholar striving to inspire others. With honesty and insight, she explores the competing expectations placed on young women today. In conversation with Jacinta Parsons, the charismatic and thought-provoking Boney delves into what drives her sense of purpose and meaning while grappling with the generational impacts of colonisation, love, friendship, fertility and ambition. This event was recorded on Friday 4 April 2025 at The Wheeler Centre.The official bookseller was Readings. Featured music is ‘Golden Hour’ by Sarah, the Illstrumentalist.Support the Wheeler Centre: https://www.wheelercentre.com/support-us/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us a textJoin us for a lively quick Q&A with Davinia Taylor, the UK's trailblazing biohacker, & bestselling author. Davinia dives into her fat fasting, the truth about saturated fat, and the detoxifying power of sweating it out in saunas. She'll also shine a light on the benefits of red light therapy, sharing her tips to supercharge your health. With her infectious energy, cheeky humor, and that unmistakable British accent—think posh yet playful, with a dash of Northern grit—Davinia's witty and relatable personality makes biohacking feel like a chat with your best friend. Expect practical advice, bold insights, and laughs as Davinia empowers your health. Tune in for a dose of inspiration and a reminder that wellness can be fun.instagram: @daviniataylor Support the show

As the first Asian, and only South Asian, to be nominated for a Best Actress Oscar, Merle Oberon’s place in the pantheon of cinema is historic. But it came with enormous sacrifice as Oberon had to hide her race to stay working. Amna Nawaz sat down with writer Mayukh Sen to discuss "Love, Queenie," a new book on Oberon’s rise to fame, her groundbreaking career and eventual fade from the spotlight. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

In Episode 352 of Airey Bros Radio, we sit down with Coach Katie Wise, Director of Track & Cross Country at Marian University, and the first woman in collegiate history to lead a men's team to an NAIA Indoor National Championship. From her days as an NCAA D1 All-American sprinter to building a powerhouse at Marian, Coach Wise opens up about recruiting, faith-based leadership, coaching philosophy, and building a national title team.If you're a student-athlete, parent, coach, or recruiter, this episode is your blueprint for success at the NAIA level.

As the first Asian, and only South Asian, to be nominated for a Best Actress Oscar, Merle Oberon’s place in the pantheon of cinema is historic. But it came with enormous sacrifice as Oberon had to hide her race to stay working. Amna Nawaz sat down with writer Mayukh Sen to discuss "Love, Queenie," a new book on Oberon’s rise to fame, her groundbreaking career and eventual fade from the spotlight. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

Miranda Rumfelt is a trailblazer in the automotive world, proudly standing as the only female owner of a custom vehicle design business in metro Detroit. Born and raised in The Motor City, her passion for American Muscle cars was ignited at a young age by her family of "wrenchers." From tagging along with her father Kevin, to car shows and racetracks as his "mini me," to rebuilding engines and painting her own minibike, her life has revolved around automobiles. Her journey took a pivotal turn at age 13 when she enrolled in the DRIVE One Detroit program, where she discovered automotive design and clay sculpting under the guidance of industry mentors. where this early exposure set the foundation for a remarkable career leading her to become a full-time clay sculptor at General Motors Design and the founder of MR Design LLC, where she creates stunning vehicle designs and custom parts. Connect with Miranda here: https://www.instagram.com/mirandarumfelt https://www.youtube.com/@mirandarumfelt https://www.tiktok.com/@mirandarumfelt https://www.facebook.com/people/Miranda-Rumfelt/100090457860344/ Connect with Red Line Oil: www.redline.com Connect with Mecum Auctions: www.Mecum.com Connect with JP Emerson: www.jpemerson.comFor more podcasts on cars check out Ford Mustang The Early Years Podcast at www.TheMustangPodcast.com, at Apple Podcasts or anywhere you get your podcastsFor more information about sponsorship or advertising on The JP Emerson Show or podcast launch services, contact Doug Sandler at doug@turnkeypodcast.com or visit www.turnkeypodcast.com

Bad Bunny, a prominent figure in the music industry, has made significant waves as a Latin trap and reggaeton artist. Known for his genre-defying sound and eccentric fashion sense, Bad Bunny, whose real name is Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, has garnered a large and dedicated fan base worldwide since he first emerged on the scene.In late 2024, Bad Bunny made headlines due to his relationship with model Kendall Jenner. Although the couple did not publicly confirm their relationship, it was a topic of significant speculation and interest among fans and media outlets. However, the relationship reportedly concluded in late 2024, as noted by various entertainment sources.Bad Bunny has consistently pushed boundaries within the music industry, both through his lyrical content and his willingness to explore different musical styles. His work has often touched on themes of social justice, identity, and love, resonating deeply with a diverse audience. Albums like "YHLQMDLG" and "El Último Tour Del Mundo" have cemented his place as a trailblazer in the Latin music scene, with the latter becoming the first all-Spanish-language album to reach number one on the Billboard 200 chart.Apart from his music career, Bad Bunny has also ventured into acting and has been involved in various collaborations with high-profile artists across different genres. His influence extends beyond music into fashion, where he is known for challenging traditional gender norms and setting bold trends.Despite the personal changes in his life, such as his breakup with Kendall Jenner, Bad Bunny's professional trajectory continues to rise. His ability to connect with audiences through authentic and innovative artistry ensures that he remains a significant cultural figure. As he continues to evolve both personally and artistically, Bad Bunny's impact on the music industry and popular culture is expected to grow even further.

How does a mother in college become a superstar coach to students and even Olympians? Karen Dennis, of Columbus, Ohio, shares how her Buddhist practice led to a decorated coaching career. We discuss how Buddhism aligns with the mindset of winning athletes and coaches.Watch this episode on our YouTube channel. Resources“The Hero of the World,” The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, vol. 1, p. 835.The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 2, revised edition, p. 172

In this episode, Ryan Williams Sr. and Alfredzo Nash discuss the journey into cybersecurity, the importance of mentorship, and the creation of the Cyber Coffee Hour podcast. Alfredzo shares his personal experiences, challenges, and insights on navigating the IT and cybersecurity landscape. The conversation emphasizes the value of community, education, and collaboration in the field, while also addressing the pitfalls of bootcamps and the need for practical experience. The episode concludes with aspirations for the future of the Cyber Coffee Hour and the importance of supporting others in their cybersecurity journeys. Please LISTEN

Lorraine McCall from the Highlands has overcome cancer three times in recent years. She has previously climbed all of Scotland's 221 Corbetts and 282 Munros.

Laurie Ruittimann: The Future of Hiring – Live from Transform 2025 Laurie Ruettimann is a former HR leader turned writer, entrepreneur, and speaker. In 2009, CNN recognized her as one of America's top career advisors and Forbes named her blog as one of the Top 100 blogs for women. Those two events propelled her into the spotlight of fixing the world of work. Laurie hosts the popular podcast Punk Rock HR. Her work and writing have been featured in Business Insider, The New Yorker, USA Today, The Wall Street Journal, and Vox. Laurie is a sought-after keynote speaker at business and management events worldwide. She has graced the stages of business conferences like SXSW, academic institutions like Harvard Business School, and stages like 92stY. You can also catch her on CNN, Fox, and NPR. We dig into: 1. Challenging conventional workplace norms. 2. If you could change just one ingrained belief about HR or leadership overnight, what would it be and why? 3. Your book, Betting On You, encourages people to take control of their careers, and your upcoming book, Corporate Drinker, tackles a different workplace issue. What's the common thread between the two, and what conversations do you hope Corporate Drinker sparks? 4. Through Punk Rock HR and your keynotes, you've explored how technology is reshaping work. With AI now transforming hiring, management, and employee experience, where do you see HR's biggest opportunities—and risks—in the next 3 years? Check out her podcast: http://laurieruettimann.com/podcast Connect with Laurie: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurieruettimann/ Live from Transform 2025, we're bringing you an exclusive podcast series packed with insights from some of the brightest minds in hiring, talent strategy, and workforce transformation! In this series, we've got incredible guests from Okta, Tubi, Edelman, Greenhouse, Findem, and more, sharing how top organizations are rethinking hiring, culture, and talent acquisition in today's fast-changing world. Greenhouse combines a structured, data-driven hiring approach with AI-embedded workflows that empower recruiters to focus on strategic, high-impact work. From sourcing top talent to personalizing the candidate experience, Greenhouse streamlines and optimizes the entire hiring process. This ensures that every hire is the right hire—eliminating bias, creating fairness, and helping teams make smarter, faster decisions. Over 7,500 companies, including HubSpot, Duolingo, and J.D. Power, trust Greenhouse to build better teams and turn talent into a strategic advantage. Want to learn how today's top companies are winning the talent game? Tune in now and visit Greenhouse.com to transform the way you hire. Thanks for listening. Please follow us on Instagram @NHPTalent and X @AdamJPosner. Visit www.thePOZcast.com for all episodes.

Join me and my special guest & client Stephanie Ann Swail as she shares how she is Trailblazing a legacy inside my world. You can find Stephanie on IG @stephanieannswail. You can now try Leanne AI for 1 month for just $333 with no contract or long term commitment and join the other thousands of women inside making BANK the feminine way with Leanne AI or DM me INNER CIRCLE on IG to learn how to join The Inner Circle & get 12 months FREE access to Leanne AI & a $10K Freedom Funnels Mastermind.    https://www.richqueen.com/rq25-leanne-ai-she-makes-bank-waitlistonly

Trailblazing hip-hop artist MC Lyte has released her first album in nine years, and she's now on the road with her "1 of 1: Reflections of Lyte" tour. She'll be in Louisville on April 5, and joins us to talk about why she decided to go back into the studio, and what it was like being a woman in the early days of hip-hop.

Trailblazing digital creator Amanda Bucci joins us on Today's Episode of The CLS Experience, with her inspiring journey from a young seven-figure CEO to a certified spiritual psychology and trauma-informed life coach. Her evolution is a testament to the power of authenticity, reinvention and personal transformation and I personally think she's brilliant. Let's go deep.On today's episode of The CLS Experience, we have a very exclusive treat. Starting as a digital creator in 2014, she's not just any author and coach, she's revolutionizing the way we approach authenticity AND personal growth, and she does it with grace, humility and courage. Certified in Spiritual Psychology and Trauma-Informed Life Coaching, her visionary approach is empowering creators and entrepreneurs to align with their true authentic selves. Her experience as a 7-figure CEO before the age of 25, combined with her coaching expertise, reflects her unique methods, big facts. Her debut book 'Followed' and her successful Bucci Radio Podcast, highlight her as a standout thought leader in the digital space but she's so much more. Using a unique blend of business-based actionable strategy, intuition & embodiment, healing of trauma, and reprogramming subconscious patterns; SHE is your one-stop shop for running your brand and business in a way that works for YOU. She's just a juggernaut in all facets of life and a terrific human being. Please welcome the dynamic, trailblazing, and brave, THE brilliant and abundant Amanda Bucci.  6:46 - Achieving Alignment and Reinvention13:31 - Social Media's Dark Side23:38 - Navigating Authenticity in Social Media27:21 - Boundaries and Authenticity in Relationships33:58 - Journey to Authenticity and Expansion48:27 - Identity Transformation and Surrender Process56:15 - Authenticity and Wisdom ExchangeJoin the Path with Amanda Bucci here: https://amanda-bucci.mykajabi.com/the-path-2024To join our community click here.➤ To connect with Amanda Bucci follow Amanda on Instagram➤ Order a copy of my new book The Reinvention Formula today! ➤ Join our CLS texting community for free daily inspiration and business strategies to elevate your day, text (917) 634-3796To follow The CLS Experience and connect with Craig on Social Media:➤ INSTAGRAM➤ FACEBOOK➤ TIKTOK➤ YOUTUBE➤ WEBSITE➤ LINKEDIN➤ X

Major cuts in federal funding for infectious diseases as West Texas struggles with a growing measles outbreak. We’re checking in with Brad Burt at KTTZ in Lubbock.Remembering Carole Keeton Strayhorn, the trailblazing Texas politician who famously called herself “one tough grandma.”Muslim women are speaking out about the stigma surrounding menstruation during Ramadan, when they are […] The post Remembering Carole Keeton Strayhorn, a trailblazing Texas leader appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

This week on Cultivating Place, guest host Abra Lee is in conversation with a horticultural leader with big IDEAs. Mae Lin Plummer is the Director of the IDEA Center for Public Gardens in Denver Colorado. Mae Lin's journey into gardening started in her backyard in Charlotte, NC where she simply wanted "a pretty place to throw parties." That blossomed into a full-on plant obsession and a major career shift—from banking to horticulture. Mae Lin's passion is connecting people to the natural world through gardens. Her story is filled with joy, life lessons, and a deep love for how gardens can transform lives. Enjoy! Cultivating Place now has a donate button! We thank you so much for listening over the years and we hope you'll support Cultivating Place. We can't thank you enough for making it possible for this young program to grow even more of these types of conversations. The show is available as a podcast on SoundCloud and iTunes. To read more and for many more photos, please visit www.cultivatingplace.com.

Trailblazing women in craft beer discuss the impact of the Vibes Beer Project and how they became innovators in the brewing industry.In a hilarious and candid conversation, Solemn Oath Brewery Director of Hospitality & Operations Charolette Converse and ERIS Brewery & Cider House Co-Owner Michelle Foik discuss the Vibes Beer Project and how the craft beer landscape has changed for women over the years—and what's next. They explain how the Vibes Beer Project builds community for women, non-binary, and trans individuals in the industry (and why that matters) and share surprising facts about how many women are leaders in the craft beer industry in Chicago.After the beer break, they discuss future goals for Vibes before talking about their current release, "Vibes from the Heartland," which is a collaborative West Coast Pilsner brewed with hops including Citra, Simcoe, Cryo, and an experimental hop from Haas called HBC 1019. They also talk about ERIS Vibes from the Orchard, a hard cider with stone fruit and cherry, and explain how you can actually mix Vibes from the Heartland with Vibes from the Orchard to create a truly astonishing beverage.After the beer talk wraps up, Charolette and Michelle share how a project like Vibes helps brewers in general (not just women), the type of education, networking, and training they provide, where the money from Vibes actually goes, and stories about men who are extremely supportive of women entering the industry. Shortly thereafter, things go off the rails with a heavy dose of 80s movie nostalgia (especially Road House), a significant amount of “real talk,” and maybe even a camera or two completely dying.Vibes Beer Project is a celebration of the craft beer industry designed to educate, promote, and support the women in craft beer. Learn more on their website at https://www.solemnoathbrewery.com/vibesbeerproject —Please take our listener survey so we can improve our show! Find it at https://craftybrewerspod.com/survey —You can learn more about Crafty Brewers and get in touch with us on our official website, https://craftybrewerspod.com Crafty Brewers is a production of Quantum Podcasts, LLC. Is your brewery or business looking to capture a loyal audience to drive business results with the power of podcasting? Then visit https://quantum-podcasts.com/ to learn more.Our executive producer and editor is award-winning podcaster Cody Gough. He insists that we tell you that in this episode, you'll learn about: hazy IPA, experimental hops, Citra hops, Simcoe hops, Simcoe Cryo, HBC 1019 hop, independent brewing, beer trends 2024, brewing creativity vs. business, hop varieties, balancing craft beer styles, craft beer branding, beer-flavored beer, plum ciders, new hop strains, women in brewing, women in craft beer, diversity in brewing, brewing accessibility, craft beer for all, women-led breweries, female brewers, gender equality in beer, breaking barriers in brewing, brewing mentorship, inclusivity in craft beer, beer industry diversity, women-owned breweries, making beer accessible, brewery leadership, empowering women in beer, brewing careers for women, craft beer community, changing beer culture, representation in brewing, brewery ownership, beer industry challenges, craft beer mentorship, supporting women in beer, women-run businesses, brewing innovation, brewing industry trends, homebrewing for women, beer education programs.

Bad Bunny, born Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, has emerged as one of the leading figures in Latin music and a trailblazer in the global pop music landscape. As the highest-selling Spanish-language artist in the world, he has broken barriers and achieved unprecedented success in a genre that was historically underrepresented in mainstream music charts.Since his rise to fame in 2014, Bad Bunny has consistently pushed the boundaries of Latin music with his innovative sound, which blends reggaeton, Latin trap, and other musical genres. He has managed to reach a diverse and international audience, transcending language barriers with a unique style and charismatic stage presence.Under the management of Rimas Entertainment, Bad Bunny's career has flourished. Rimas, which began in 2014, has been instrumental in his development as an artist, providing him with the creative freedom and support necessary to produce music that resonates with fans worldwide. This partnership has proved to be fruitful, with numerous chart-topping hits and critically acclaimed albums, including "X 100pre," "YHLQMDLG," and "El Último Tour Del Mundo."Bad Bunny is also noted for his commitment to highlighting and protecting the rights of songwriters and promoting Latin producers within the industry. His influence has reached beyond music, advocating for social and political issues, including Puerto Rican rights and LGBTQ+ visibility. This dedication to activism has further cemented his status as a significant cultural icon.As Bad Bunny continues to dominate the music scene globally, his contribution to the elevation of Latin music and culture cannot be overstated. His success marks a shift in the music industry's landscape, showcasing the power and influence of Latin artists on a global stage.

Get the Growth Weekly Newsletter sent straight to your inbox and join 1000's of other high-performers on the road to self-mastery  - https://www.jjlaughlin.com/newsletterIn this episode of Lead On Purpose, I sit down with one of the most influential sport leaders in Australasia—Raelene Castle. A trailblazer who has shattered gender norms and led major sporting organisations on both sides of the Tasman, Raelene opens up about the power of sport, the lessons from failure, and what it truly means to lead with purpose.From growing up in a sports-mad Kiwi household to becoming the first female CEO of an NRL team, Raelene shares her raw journey—including moments of triumph, controversy, and the behind-the-scenes realities of leadership.What You'll Learn in This Episode:How sport became Raelene's foundation for resilience, leadership, and inclusion.Why failure is a necessary part of growth—and how to bounce back stronger.What it really takes to lead in high-performance, male-dominated environments.The inside story of the Israel Folau controversy and how values shape leadership.How to support young people in sport without crushing their joy or confidence.Why You Should Listen:Raelene doesn't just talk about high performance—she lives it. Her career spans the leadership of Netball New Zealand, the Canterbury Bulldogs, Rugby Australia, and now Sport New Zealand. But beyond the titles, this is a story about courage, integrity, and showing up—even when it's hard.If you're a parent, a coach, a leader, or someone striving to lead with more purpose and less ego—this conversation is a must-listen.This episode was proudly sponsored by NZ Mortgages. You can contact them here - https://www.nzmortgages.co.nzCheck out Sport New Zealand here - https://sportnz.org.nzConnect with Raelene on LinkedIn here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/raelene-castle-onzm-3a82441b/?originalSubdomain=nzGet the Growth Weekly Newsletter sent straight to your inbox and join 1000's of other high-performers on the road to self-mastery  - https://www.jjlaughlin.com/newsletter-----Website: https://www.jjlaughlin.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6GETJbxpgulYcYc6QAKLHA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JamesLaughlinOfficial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jameslaughlinofficial/ Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/life-on-purpose-with-james-laughlin/id1547874035 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3WBElxcvhCHtJWBac3nOlF?si=hotcGzHVRACeAx4GvybVOQ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jameslaughlincoaching/James Laughlin is a High Performance Leadership Coach, Former 7-Time World Champion, Host of the Lead On PurposeSend me a personal text messageSupport the show

To mark Women's Month we're digging into an often overlooked, but critical sector for the global economy, and for many millions of women: Artisanal and Smallscale Mining (ASM). From gold, cobalt, copper and gemstones to salt, gravel and quarry rock: artisanal and small-scale mining) has played an active role in national development and international trade over the decades. But as the demand for clean energy and for consumer technology grows worldwide, the need for the metals and minerals which are used in everything from smartphones to solar panels to electric vehicle batteries - is skyrocketing. In this episode of The Development Podcast we get an insight into the lives of women who work in Artisanal and Smallscale Mining. We hear about the dangers they face, efforts to reform conditions and the wider opportunities to build an inclusive future. Featured voicesDr Rachel Perks, Senior Mining Specialist, World Bank Blessing Hungwe-Nharara, Zimbabwe Association of Women in Mining AssociationsSusan Wheeler, Founder of Virtu Gems Timestamps[00:00] Introducing the topic: Mining and women workforce[03:25] Artisanal and small-scale mining: workforce, challenges, energy transition, digital trends[11:13] Trailblazing stories: The case of Blessing Hungwe-Nharara in Zimbabwe[18:33] Gemstones, supply chains, and good practices in the public and private sectors[21:23] The case of Virtu Gem in the jewelry industry[26:37] Creating a sustainable value chain for all: What the World Bank is doingABOUT THE DEVELOPMENT PODCASTThis international development podcast brings together the data, research—and solutions—that can pave the way to a sustainable future. Through conversations focused on revealing the latest data, the best research, and cutting-edge solutions, let us introduce you to the folks working to make the world a better place. Listen and subscribe for free on your favorite platform. And rate our show! ;) Tell us what you think of our podcast here >>>. We would love to hear from you! ABOUT THE WORLD BANKThe World Bank is one of the world's largest sources of funding and knowledge for low-income countries. Its five institutions share a commitment to reducing poverty, increasing shared prosperity, and promoting sustainable development.

Breaking Stereotypes in Orthopedic Surgery: A Conversation with Ms. Deepa BoseIn this episode of The Girl Doc Survival Guide, Christine interviews Ms. Deepa Bose, a consultant in Orthopedic Trauma and Limb Reconstruction at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham, UK. With over 13 years of experience, Ms. Bose shares her journey in the traditionally male-dominated field of orthopedics. She discusses her upbringing in Guyana and India, her training and career in the UK, and the challenges and triumphs she faced as a woman in surgery. The conversation includes insights on gender stereotypes, the importance of mentorship, work-life balance, and recent changes in the work culture to support female surgeons. Ms. Bose also emphasizes internal resilience and the rewards of pursuing a career in surgery despite its demands.00:00 Introduction00:03 Meet Ms. Deepa Bose: A Trailblazer in Orthopedic Trauma00:40 Understanding the Title 'Ms.' in UK Surgery01:17 Ms. Bose's Journey: From Guyana to the UK02:28 Choosing Orthopedics: A Personal Insight03:17 Gender Challenges in Orthopedic Training07:52 Balancing Career and Family in Surgery23:49 The Importance of Mentorship in Medicine27:12 Final Thoughts and Advice for Aspiring Surgeons

The editor in chief of The Atlantic says White House national security adviser Mike Waltz invited him to join a group chat on Signal, an encrypted messaging app. Waltz, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and other top U.S. officials then texted about plans to attack Houthi targets in Yemen. While Hegseth has denied the allegations, the National Security Council said the thread "appears to be authentic." A preliminary investigation into the death of Miller Gardner, the 14-year-old son of former New York Yankee Brett Gardner, indicates he may have died from possible food poisoning.  Police say multiple incendiary devices were found at a Tesla showroom in Austin, Texas, on Monday in the latest in a series of attacks on Elon Musk's company. The FBI has launched a task force to investigate the attacks. The National Medal of Honor Museum is set to open to the public Tuesday in Arlington, Texas. The sister of one recipient has criticized the museum for how it honors her brother. She spoke to "CBS Mornings" co-host Tony Dokoupil. Trailblazing athlete Kimmy Fasani returns to competition after battling breast cancer, placing third in the 2023 Natural Selection Tour. In her new documentary "Butterfly in a Blizzard," she offers a personal look at balancing recovery, motherhood and the sport she loves. She joins "CBS Mornings." March Madness is in full swing with the Sweet 16 set for the men's and women's NCAA basketball tournaments. All of the top seeds* are still alive on both sides and four schools have the chance to make their own history, by winning both the men's and women's tournament in the same year. "Inside the NBA" host Ernie Johnson, part of CBS' March Madness coverage joins "CBS Mornings" to break down the biggest storylines. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Trailblazer Lisa Lutoff-Perlo, former President and CEO of Celebrity Cruises, joins us on Today's Episode of The CLS Experience for a candid conversation about her transformative journey in the global hospitality industry, from steering a major cruise line through the stormy waters of the COVID-19 pandemic to championing gender balance in leadership. Her mantra, "our comeback is going to be stronger than our setback," encapsulates her approach to leadership. Let's go deep.On today's episode of The CLS Experience, we have a very exclusive treat. She is Vice Chairman, External Affairs for the Royal Caribbean Group, and Prior to that, she served as President and CEO of Celebrity Cruises where she became the first woman to take the helm of a Royal Caribbean Group brand and one of the few women then, leading a multi-billion dollar brand, with a B. SHE is a recognized trailblazer in the global hospitality industry, AND she was the driving force behind transforming and re-defining today's relaxed luxury cruise experience, No big deal. In the years leading up to the global pandemic, she led Celebrity Cruises to a historic financial performance, AND even more impressive, she then led the industry back into service in, 2021, when Celebrity Edge was the first ship to sail from a U.S. port where she went on to return the brand's business performance to within historical ranges in the first full year of post-pandemic operation, BIG facts.  She's just a juggernaut in all facets of life and a terrific human being. Please welcome the trailblazing, wave making, innovative and creative, the beautiful and brilliant, abundant Lisa Lutoff-Perlo.11:08 - Family, Leadership, and Resilience16:55 - Leadership and Authenticity21:16 - Empowering Authenticity and Passion28:17 - Embracing Change and Taking Risks39:44 - Exploring Spirituality and Belief Systems48:21 - Gratitude and ExcitementLearn more about Lisa here: https://lisalutoffperlo.com/LLP Virtual Leadership Academy: https://lisalutoffperlo.com/llp-leadership-academyConnect with Lisa on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-lutoff-perlo/To join our community click here.➤ To connect with Lisa Lutoff-Perlo follow Lisa on Instagram➤ Order a copy of my new book The Reinvention Formula today! ➤ Join our CLS texting community for free daily inspiration and business strategies to elevate your day, text (917) 634-3796To follow The CLS Experience and connect with Craig on Social Media:➤ INSTAGRAM➤ FACEBOOK➤ TIKTOK➤ YOUTUBE➤ WEBSITE➤ LINKEDIN➤ X

Marci Ien is a trailblazer whose career spans from journalism to politics as Canada's former Minister of Women, Gender Equality and Youth. Prepare to be inspired by her resilience, vision, and unshakable belief in the power of change. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

Send us a textNancy Kramer aka Kramer, founder of Resource Ammirati and current Chief Evangelist Officer at IBM, shares her remarkable journey from landing Apple as her first client at 26, to building one of the most successful women-owned marketing agencies in the country.But what makes Kramer truly inspiring is how she carries herself as a flawed and approachable human. Her transparency about navigating professional triumphs alongside personal struggles offers powerful lessons in resilience, self-discovery and embracing one's unique "inner genius." And it doesn't hurt that her laugh is as infectious as her personality. You will leave this conversation believing you can do anything—because you can! Subscribe now for more stories that will transform how you think about success, healing and what's possible when you finally embrace your authentic self.

This week, Jesse and I are doing a special one shot episode of Drag Race Italia season one, a season with many twists, turns, and format changes that will curl your hair! We talk about the women, their looks, the sexy, hot, and beautifully buff pit crew, our favorite looks, standout performances, and the shocking blasphemous elimination. We dove into the challenges, breaking down how they differ from other established seasons, and how the judging is almost completely different. This was a super fun one! So tune in and grab a snack while we talk about this iconic season! Twitch

She tracked terrorists for the CIA. She worked counterintelligence for the FBI. And now, she's sharing her story on The Bubble Lounge Podcast!In honor of Women's History Month, we're sitting down with one of the most fascinating women in our community—Tracy Walder, former CIA officer, FBI special agent, and author of The Unexpected Spy. Tracy's journey is anything but ordinary. From her college sorority house to the front lines of counterterrorism, she's shattered stereotypes and broken barriers in the male-dominated world of espionage. In this episode, Tracy shares what it was like hunting down some of the world's most dangerous threats, the challenges she faced as a woman in intelligence, and why she's passionate about mentoring the next generation of female leaders.You do not want to miss this conversation. Tracy Walder's story is inspiring, gripping, and proof that women belong in every room—yes, even the world of spies. Tune in to hear how she handled high-stakes missions, the lessons she learned along the way, and why she's using her voice to empower women everywhere. To learn more about Tracy Walder click here And be sure to follow her on Instagram here This episode is sponsored by: Kathy L Wall State Farm Agency Long Cove, Mother Modern Plumbing and SA Oral Surgeons Please show your support for the show by visiting our amazing sponsors.

Bad Bunny, whose real name is Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, is a Puerto Rican singer, rapper, and songwriter who has gained international acclaim for his dynamic style and contributions to the Latin music industry. Known for his eclectic blend of reggaeton, Latin trap, and various musical influences, Bad Bunny has become a pivotal figure in bringing Latin music to a global audience.One of his notable contributions is the track "Nueva Yol," which is featured in various playlists celebrating Latino party music, such as "The Essential Latino Party Music Playlist for Your Next Cruise." This particular playlist includes popular tracks that resonate well in festive settings, showcasing hits like "Despacito" by Luis Fonsi featuring Daddy Yankee, and "Danza Kuduro" by Don Omar featuring Lucenzo. Bad Bunny's inclusion in such a lineup underscores his impact and popularity in the party and mainstream music scenes.Bad Bunny's rise to fame has been meteoric, supported by his ability to connect with audiences through relatable lyrics and compelling music videos. He is recognized for his distinctive voice and innovative fashion sense, often challenging traditional gender norms and setting trends in the music industry. His collaborations with other renowned artists, including J Balvin, Drake, and Daddy Yankee, have further solidified his status as a trailblazer in the Latin music genre.Beyond music, Bad Bunny is known for his activism and willingness to speak out on social issues. He has utilized his platform to address topics such as gender equality, mental health, and Puerto Rico's political situation. This engagement has endeared him to fans who appreciate his authenticity and commitment to making a difference.Bad Bunny continues to push boundaries with his music and influence, all while breaking records and earning accolades for his work. As one of the most streamed artists globally, his contributions to the music industry reflect a blend of cultural pride and innovative artistry that appeals to a worldwide audience.

    What if you could transform military medicine to better serve those who risk their lives to protect us? Join us as we uncover the inspiring journey of Air Force Colonel Dr. Vik Bebarta, a leading figure in emergency medicine and medical toxicology. From his early days at the Air Force Academy to his pivotal role in founding the University of Colorado Center for Combat Research, Dr. Bebarta shares how his experiences on deployments have shaped his perspective on the critical role of research in advancing medical practices. Explore his insights into the evolving landscape of trauma care and brain health, where balancing immediate battlefield needs with long-term innovation is paramount.       Listen in to the fascinating story of how the Center for Combat Research stands at the forefront of military medical innovation, acting as a beacon of collaboration with academia and industry. Discover how the center is tackling pressing challenges like prolonged casualty care and offering mental health resources for military personnel and first responders. By drawing parallels with rural civilian healthcare, we emphasize the importance of readiness and psychological support for those operating in high-stress environments. The conversation dives deep into the complexities of diagnosing and treating traumatic brain injuries, shedding light on innovative diagnostic and therapeutic approaches being pioneered for our military and veteran communities.       This episode explores leadership principles and the strategic balance required for future medical innovation in military healthcare. Dr. Bebarta shares key advice on taking calculated risks, ensuring accountability, and maintaining agility amidst evolving challenges. Through examples of partnerships among military units, academic institutions, and industry, we highlight the power of a collaborative ecosystem in advancing military medical capabilities. Join us for a compelling discussion that not only celebrates innovation but also offers valuable career advice for those aspiring to make a difference in the field of military medicine.   Chapters: (00:04) Journey Into Military Medicine (12:44) Enhancing Military Medicine Through Research (22:18) Advancing Military Medical Care Through Innovation (31:20) Strategic Balancing for Future Medical Innovation (43:43) Leadership and Military Medicine Advice   Chapter Summaries: (00:04) Journey Into Military Medicine Air Force Colonel Dr. Vik Bebarta shares his journey into military medicine, discussing impactful cases, research, and future challenges.   (12:44) Enhancing Military Medicine Through Research Nature's military medical innovation center collaborates with academia and industry to improve pre-hospital care and support first responders.   (22:18) Advancing Military Medical Care Through Innovation Advancements in trauma care and brain health for military and veterans, including oxygen levels, TBI diagnosis, and digital therapies.   (31:20) Strategic Balancing for Future Medical Innovation Collaboration and agility are crucial in advancing military medicine, with a focus on prolonged care, blood solutions, and AI integration.   (43:43) Leadership and Military Medicine Advice Leadership principles, career advice, and goals in military medicine, emphasizing risk-taking, accountability, agility, and collaboration.   Take Home Messages: The Evolution of Military Medicine: This episode explores the journey of a military medical professional from training to deployment, highlighting the importance of research and innovation in advancing medical practices. It emphasizes the need for continuous learning and adaptation in military medicine to meet both immediate battlefield needs and long-term healthcare goals. Collaboration as a Catalyst for Innovation: A significant theme is the critical role of collaboration between military units, academic institutions, and industry partners in driving innovation in military medicine. This collaborative approach is essential for addressing complex challenges like prolonged casualty care and mental health, ensuring readiness and resilience among first responders. Advancements in Trauma and Brain Health: The episode delves into cutting-edge developments in trauma care and brain health, particularly in the context of military and veteran healthcare. Innovative trials and therapies are discussed, highlighting their potential to improve outcomes for those with traumatic brain injuries and other critical conditions. Strategic Resource Allocation: The balance between addressing immediate medical needs on the battlefield and investing in future research is a key focus. The podcast discusses the importance of strategic resource allocation to ensure agility and rigor in military medical advancements, with a particular emphasis on the integration of AI and scalable solutions. Leadership and Resilience in Military Medicine: The episode offers valuable insights into leadership within the military medical field, encouraging future professionals to embrace challenges, take calculated risks, and maintain a focus on the mission and its people. It underscores the importance of mental health support and training for military and civilian first responders to sustain their psychological well-being and effectiveness.   Episode Keywords: Military medicine, Dr. Vik Bebarta, Air Force Colonel, innovation in healthcare, emergency medicine, medical toxicology, University of Colorado Center for Combat Research, trauma care, brain health, PTSD prevention, SAVE-02 trial, Marcus Institute for Brain Health, mental health, military research, leadership in military medicine, combat and civilian healthcare, prolonged casualty care, War Docs Podcast   Hashtags: #MilitaryMedicine #InnovationInHealthcare #DrVicBebarta #CombatResearch #EmergencyMedicine #TraumaticBrainInjury #LeadershipInMedicine #PTSDPrevention #ProlongedCasualtyCare #WarDocsPodcast   Honoring the Legacy and Preserving the History of Military Medicine The WarDocs Mission is to honor the legacy, preserve the oral history, and showcase career opportunities, unique expeditionary experiences, and achievements of Military Medicine. We foster patriotism and pride in Who we are, What we do, and, most importantly, How we serve Our Patients, the DoD, and Our Nation.   Find out more and join Team WarDocs at https://www.wardocspodcast.com/ Check our list of previous guest episodes at https://www.wardocspodcast.com/our-guests Subscribe and Like our Videos on our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@wardocspodcast Listen to the “What We Are For” Episode 47. https://bit.ly/3r87Afm   WarDocs- The Military Medicine Podcast is a Non-Profit, Tax-exempt-501(c)(3) Veteran Run Organization run by volunteers. All donations are tax-deductible and go to honoring and preserving the history, experiences, successes, and lessons learned in Military Medicine. A tax receipt will be sent to you. WARDOCS documents the experiences, contributions, and innovations of all military medicine Services, ranks, and Corps who are affectionately called "Docs" as a sign of respect, trust, and confidence on and off the battlefield,demonstrating dedication to the medical care of fellow comrades in arms.     Follow Us on Social Media Twitter: @wardocspodcast Facebook: WarDocs Podcast Instagram: @wardocspodcast LinkedIn: WarDocs-The Military Medicine Podcast YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@wardocspodcast

On this episode of the Mastery Unleashed Podcast, host Christie Ruffino welcomes guest Diane Murphy—affectionately known as Dee—a Navy veteran turned transformation coach, to discuss her mission of empowering women in male-dominated industries. Dee shares her personal journey transitioning from military life to civilian careers, where she faced challenges such as burnout, identity shifts, and discrimination. Drawing from her extensive military and nursing experience, she explains how the struggle to integrate into civilian life inspired her to help other women veterans, corporate executives, and physicians reclaim their power and redefine success.Dee's coaching emphasizes the importance of self-discovery and embracing one's unique strengths, merging traditionally masculine skills with inherent feminine intuition. Through her signature program and the “Trail Blazing Your Path to Abundance” checklist, she guides her clients to overcome societal expectations, unlock their potential, and build thriving businesses—often achieving six-figure success within a year. The conversation highlights themes of female empowerment, resilience, and transformational leadership, urging women to follow their passion and purpose.ABOUT DIANEDiane "Dee" Murphy, a Navy veteran, holistic nurse, and author of Embracing the Warrior Within A Woman Veteran's Path to Thriving in Civilian Life, is deeply committed to serving others. Raised as the eldest of seven siblings, Diane's leadership skills were forged early on, shaping a lifetime of guiding others through challenging transitions. With nearly five decades in nursing and an impressive educational background—BSN, MS Ed, DHA, and HNB-BC—she has always been committed to serving others, blending her medical knowledge with a holistic approach to healing.After leaving the military, Diane faced challenges many women veterans will recognize. Her journey wasn't just a career transition but a series of life-altering experiences: difficult divorces, losing her business, job loss, a cancer diagnosis, multiple injuries, and a relentless battle with fatigue. When the traditional path shut its doors, Diane forged her own, working at a psychiatric VA Medical Center to bridge her military and civilian experiences.Following deep self-reflection, Diane realized she needed to rewrite her story. She opened her heart, changed her mindset, and aligned herself with like-minded partners who helped her rediscover her purpose and joy. he now dedicates her life to helping other women veterans do the same.As a mentor,Diane plays a crucial role in empowering remarkable women who have served to navigate the chaos of change while reclaiming their strengths and resilience. She teaches self-assessment, reflection, and action as daily practices—tools she used to rebuild her life. Her mission is clear: to guide women veterans in recognizing how their past impacts their present, helping them embrace their true selves, and crafting lives they genuinely love. Diane's work is not just about surviving but thriving and finding joy again.GET DIANE'S GENEROUS GIFTTrailblazing Your Path to Abundance: A Daily Checklist to Ignite Purpose and ProsperityAre you ready to unleash your inner magic and start living the life you've always dreamed of? Your next chapter is just beginning, and it promises to be extraordinary. Rediscover your power, purpose, and the joy of living a life that excites you every single day.ACCESS THIS GIFT AND MANY MORELINKS SHARED ON THE SHOWwww.linkedin.com/in/diane-murphy-9929a84/

In this episode of the Building Texas Business Podcast, I spoke with James Dieter, Chairman and CEO of Principle Health Systems. James shared his journey from orthopedic and interventional pain specialist to healthcare entrepreneur. Motivated by inefficiencies he witnessed firsthand, he created a more efficient healthcare model focused on mobile diagnostic services. Principle Health Systems has now conducted over 3.2 million mobile lab tests in 2024, demonstrating the success of his patient-centered approach. James opened up about leadership challenges and the importance of self-awareness when managing strengths and weaknesses as a CEO. By redefining Principle Health's mission, vision, and core values, his team created a unified direction that improved employee satisfaction and strengthened company identity. His insights on strategic partnerships showed how the right team can transform an organization. We explored their innovative "daily DON" program, an AI tool that helps Directors of Nursing prioritize patient care in long-term facilities. This technology enhances clinical decision-making while serving as a distinctive marketing asset for the company. James also discussed the Texas healthcare landscape, including Medicare conditions and reimbursement rates. Throughout our conversation, James shared practical advice on informed risk-taking and learning from setbacks. His experience navigating the healthcare industry offers valuable lessons for leaders and entrepreneurs looking to make an impact in this complex field. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS I explore James Dieter's journey from an orthopedic and interventional pain specialist to a leader in healthcare entrepreneurship, emphasizing his efforts to address inefficiencies in the healthcare system through mobile diagnostic services. We discuss the transformation of Principle Health Systems, highlighting its achievement of conducting over 3.2 million mobile lab tests in 2024, with a focus on patient-centric care. James shares insights on balancing strengths and weaknesses as a CEO, stressing the importance of self-awareness and strategic partnerships in building a thriving organizational culture. We delve into the development of a strong company culture at Principle Health Systems, driven by redefining mission, vision, and core values, which has enhanced employee satisfaction and strengthened company identity. The episode covers the innovative "daily DON" program, an AI-driven tool that aids Directors of Nursing in prioritizing patient care, which has been recognized for its impact on clinical decision-making and marketing. We examine the challenges and opportunities in the Texas healthcare landscape, including favorable Medicare conditions and low reimbursement rates, alongside the growing role of AI in insurance claims processing. James reflects on leadership and problem-solving, emphasizing the need for quick decision-making, informed risk-taking, and learning from setbacks to drive business growth and sustainability. LINKSShow Notes Previous Episodes About BoyarMiller About Principle Health Systems GUESTS James DieterAbout James TRANSCRIPT (AI transcript provided as supporting material and may contain errors) Chris: James, welcome to Building Texas Business. Thanks for taking the time to come on the show. James: Glad to be here. Thanks so much for having me. Chris: Yeah. So let's start at the beginning. Just tell us a little bit about your company and what it does and what it's known for. James: Yeah, so Principle Health Systems has evolved over the years. When we started out we really had multiple directions. We were going in just as a healthcare services company. So a little background on me. I started out in orthopedics and interventional pain. I was really just dedicated to practice inpatient, outpatient and surgery. So going through that for my first decade of work, I saw a lot of inefficiencies in the healthcare, outpatient and surgery. So going through that for my first decade of work saw a lot of inefficiencies in the healthcare services sector, specifically in the Southeast region of Houston where I worked. So I wanted to build a better system right. Our lab results took too long to get back. Our pharmaceuticals weren't in stock at the pharmacies we'd send our patients to. Mri results took too long and started to, through my entrepreneurship journey, go out and started to build little sectors of where I could have influence really over my own practice to have a better outcome and through that over time started over 20 businesses in the first 10 years Just had numerous pharmacies, laboratories, diagnostic facilities, did three surgery centers. I was involved in one large hospital system and then got to a point where I said, hey, let's wrap this thing together, let's put it together. I want to have really just one source solution where we could come in and work with physicians and provide a host of different services. That went fairly well. The service level was outstanding. The most difficult aspect for us was really the payers actually having reimbursements without being contracted with certain individuals. From there, we really, about six, seven years ago, found a niche and that was called long-term care. So we define long-term care as skilled nursing facilities, assisted living facilities and home health facilities and we provide laboratory and diagnostic services to those guys. So, in-house, you call it your house if you live in a skilled nursing facility or assisted living facility, or at home, but we provide mobile diagnostic services. So we go out and we offer labs, x-rays, ultrasounds, echocardiograms and ekgs in the home. So you bring it to the patient. Bring it to the patient, that's right. That's right. And last year, 2024, we performed over 3.2 million lab tests mobile. So, with a large amount of those being for stat tests, right? So tens of thousands of stat tests per month where somebody needs something in four to six hours and we get us turned around for them. Chris: Okay, so it sounds like the inspiration for you was maybe frustration born out of frustration, for sure, and a gap in our healthcare delivery service, so he's shedding more light on that. I mean, you've mentioned this entrepreneurial journey. I mean most physicians and doctors don't have that. So what was it for you that you kind of took frustration and turned it into action? James: Yeah, I mean just a matter of you know, I'd have a patient that was really suffering right, specifically on the interventional pain side. This is not uncommon. You have a patient who's in a very bad position and you're already jumping through hoops with insurance companies. So it might take three to four weeks to get something approved. And then you're in, then you set them up for surgery. Well, you, the assumption is okay, we're going to have the lab work back, we're going to have the MRI back in time, and then it just wasn't happening. So you're pushing off surgery, you're pushing off procedures and just over time it's just a great deal of frustration. At the end of the day, the mission was always to help the patient, and if it's all about the patient, we've got to do something different here. And that was the biggest frustration for us was just the delays and turnaround times on the imaging and laboratory specifically, but then also getting medications, you know, sending patients out and having sometimes three, four, five phone calls come back up. The pharmacy didn't have my medication, the pharmacy didn't have my medication, the pharmacy didn't have my medication. So that's when we started opening up our own pharmacies back then as well. Chris: So just there, right, you said we. Who did you partner with? How did you go about finding a business partner? If that's the case, going about setting up a business, because you don't just turn on a switch right. There's planning, there's financing. Entrepreneurs in any industry, in all industries, go through that when they're starting a business. Let's talk a little bit about that journey in the beginning, of how you got it going and some of the lessons learned in that process. James: Lots of lessons learned in that process. You know, speaking of that, we call it chewing glass, right, okay, I? heard that one. So much of it's just a grind right and just figuring it out. But as far as partnering goes, I've had numerous partners in different individual business units over the years. When I formed Principle Health Systems in March of 2016, I had to get really specific on who am I going to allow on the bus, who do I really want to partner with on the bus? So I pulled away from certain partners, left goes, let go of certain businesses and then brought some together. So, in total, I believe we started out with there were three of us on day one that we brought in, you know. But I had different skill sets, right. I mean, I was trying to always try to be very honest with myself about where are my weaknesses right. I'm I would say I'm highly visionary. I like to think big. I like to have that 50,000 foot view of where we're going, set goals, set mission, set vision. Big culture guy. I love to talk about culture and instill culture throughout the organization. Chris: We'll get to that in a minute. James: Cool yeah, but just frankly, I would say weaknesses are on details, right. So I've just always been someone who likes to move forward and not analyze every aspect of it. So partnering with some people that were strong in an analytics and detail side of the business was really important for me, and I still have some just phenomenal business partners today in that regard. Chris: That's great. You touched on two things that I think are very common, some of which when we're advising clients. The first is choosing your partners right and being clear about expectations, documenting what the deal is on the front end and making sure you know that where everyone's going and what the roles are. The second is understanding, especially when you're the leader, your weaknesses in hiring around that, because you can't do it all and you're not going to be good at everything, and so I think everyone that I've met that's been successful has that self-awareness Right. How did you go about getting comfortable letting go of some of those job responsibilities and whether it was a good hire or a partner that you chose. James: That's a tough one. I mean, some of it was truly difficult to let go of. And then other pieces. You know you tend to be good at what I would say you tend to enjoy what you're good at. Sure, yeah, and that's one of the so to really convince yourself like, let's go spend more time at what we're good at, more time at what we enjoy, I would say I didn't focus so much on letting go as focused I wasn't spending so much time focused on what I'm not good at as what I was good at right. So it was just a matter of, by virtue, of spending more time on what I enjoy, doing less and less of what I don't enjoy. And that was easier for me to let go. It was almost to to to let it slip to let it slip away rather than to give it away and know that because you weren't giving it attention. Chris: someone needed to Right. James: Right. And then you know, obviously just helping to build folks up I mean, we have right now an unbelievable director of human resources who was in project management at one point and just understanding the value of different people in the organization that you already have built trust and rapport and you believe in them. and then to find, hey, I really think they'd be good at this and then move them into these roles to fill gaps was so important and just finding, really analyzing the people that are around you to understand what are they great at and what might else they do from where they are today, that could be a greater opportunity and bring greater value to the company and organization. Chris: Yeah, so you touched on culture, let's go ahead and go there. Anybody you talk to at a CEO, entrepreneur, business owner, leader will say, right, culture's king. We believe it a hundred percent. We talk about that constantly around here. It's just part of our DNA. We believe it 100%. We talk about that constantly around here. It's just part of our DNA. So everyone goes about it differently. Let's talk about how you have gone about building the culture at Principal Health. How would you describe it first? And then, how have you gone about building it and nurturing it? James: Yeah, so great question. I mean, starting out, I couldn't tell you when we started the organization what was our mission, what were our core values. I couldn't even tell you what they were. There was something we came up with. I think two of us came up with one day, in a couple hours, some marketing stuff yeah marketing stuff. We hung it on the wall, just like you would expect right from most organizations to do most organizations do. And we had a phenomenal, you know, I would say the top 20 people in the organization just had a great relationship together and I would say that we thought culture was very strong. Four years in we polled the entire company and it was pretty, pretty terrible. I mean, it was like a 60% satisfaction, maybe even in the fifties, and we were kind of horrified like wow, we thought we had this great culture and everybody loved this company and it was. You know what it was. Well, I decided a couple of months later I did an offsite. So we did a two day offsite and kind of big hotel room, you know, or I guess I said conference room, with these big windows overlooking clear lake, and you know it know, the whole idea was like let's think big, and we brought in just management. So I think there was 46 managers at that time in the organization and we all came in the room we said, hey, we're here for two days to figure out three things Our mission, our vision and our core values. And we're going to sit together and this isn't going to be the C-suite telling everybody what we're about as a company. We as a people, as a community, are going to discuss what is this company? Who are we Not? What are we? Who are we? Chris: And what do you want to? James: be Exactly, and we did come up with a BHAG. We ended up throwing in a BHAG as well there. But where do we want to go? Classic Jim Collins. So we did get through that two-day period and we came out with a really strong mission, vision, core values. Our mission is to improve patient outcomes and experiences. Relatively simple, very difficult to do in healthcare. We decided our core values would be URPHS Principle Health System the acronym I should say is URPHS. Understand the mission, respect everyone. Patients are our purpose, happy to help and step up. So and we talk about simple, right, exactly, I would believe at this point, 90% of any you know we're approaching, I think, right, right, 500 employees today. I would think 90% of those folks could tell you that and not just tell you what they are, but give you examples of how they've done those things. We live culture. We no longer talk about it. We did that in the beginning. Now we live it. It's brought up in every management meeting. It's brought up in all the leadership training sessions, all the offsites and it's kind of what I call the North Star. So we look at culture as the direction. If you're not sure about a decision that you're going to make in any regard. I want you to think about the North Star. Is it in alignment with, are you walking towards, the culture, are you walking towards the mission of this company? And that helps to drive behaviors so important. Chris: I mean, that is the true key to the kingdom. I think the word I would use is it sounds like your culture has become institutionalized. Right, it starts out where it is you as the culture cop or maybe the C-suite, and getting it deeper in the organization. But once you've done that and everyone knows it and everyone lives it and everyone can hold each other accountable to it, then you've got a true directional tool To your point. I think the more you can tie behaviors to those values that's when they become real the more you can tie behaviors to those values. That's when they become real. And so when you're praising people because whatever they did connects with these two of our six or whatever number is of our values, it becomes real to them and they know how to repeat it A hundred percent. James: Yeah, I'm fairly unapologetic about the culture, so I would say it's even unusual Some of the things I'll say when I'm in management meetings or even when I do a quarterly coffee and conversation. So I meet with the entire company. It's usually takes six or seven sessions, but I go company wide, we bring the big groups and I'll sit down with the entire company for an hour every quarter and what I'll typically say when it comes to culture is that it's up to you to you know we can't police it from management. It's up to the people to police the culture. So one of our core values is respect everyone. So if there's someone who's not respecting everyone, I expect that the people of the company will kick that person out, go after them, make sure they don't work here, and I'll literally look out and I regularly look out across when I'm talking to the whole team. Chris: And I tell them. James: If you really can't say that you're here for the patient, if you can't say that you're really here to serve our mission, I was like I really don't want you here. I was like I prefer you to quit. I was like we will replace you and I would prefer to go without somebody for a short period of time. I'm unapologetic about it. We truly believe it. That's what we're about above all things. The rest of it, because at the end of the day, in our business, if we do a really great job treating patients, everything else will follow. Yeah, the doctors want to work with us, the facilities want to spend time with us, the payers will respect us. It's really about the patients. So we put patients first. Everything else comes next and if you can't get behind that, we don't want you. Chris: Yeah, I think that's a great point. Some of the words we use here, right. We're passionate about our mission and our values, which means they resonate in our heart and our gut. Right, we just it's in our fiber. If they don't resonate with you, it's really okay, because it means it's not the right organization for you, right there's a different organization out there that you're going to be happier with, you'll connect with and we'll go find someone that connects with us. Happier with you will connect with and we'll go find someone that connects with us, because they're going to be the better performer, the self-policer, the self-motivator. They're going to be the ones that connect with for us, similar to patient care, client service, right and mutual respect amongst everyone. So I agree with you it's okay to tell people if you don't connect with this. Actually, I use it in interviews when I'm interviewing someone. Here's who we are, we're very clear about it. And if you don't connect, it doesn't make you a bad person 100% doesn't. It just means it's in the right organization for you and there's a gazillion other organizations. Advert Hello friends, this is Chris Hanslick, your Building Texas business host. You're a Building Texas business host. Did you know that Boyer Miller, the producer of this podcast, is a business law firm that works with entrepreneurs, corporations and business leaders? Our team of attorneys serve as strategic partners to businesses by providing legal guidance to organizations of all sizes. Get to know the firm at boyermillercom and thanks for listening to the show. James: There's another team, there's another team that'll work just well for you. Yeah, totally. Chris: No, let's switch a little bit because I want to get back into kind of the business I'm always interested to ask about, like innovations and technologies I mean no-transcript. James: Yeah, I mean, you know, obviously, with the increased levels of compute, you know, now you have the large language models, you have artificial intelligence and that has already made an impact for us. So I would say that we are the next 18 months are going to be very interesting, but we are already using automation from AI that is changing the way we do things and I can give you one example in particular. Well, two really good examples. One in the back office, we have a team of I believe it's three ladies total. Still we had three ladies that would handle all of our facility invoicing right and it's very complex. We have the decipher between patient to patient each day who's part A, who's part B and how we do the billing, and some of it gets billed to facilities. Some of it's billed to without getting too much in the weeds. Some of it gets billed into the insurance company and we've been able to quadruple our volume with still having the same amount of people and not have to scale payroll because of implementing automation techniques through AI that help to decipher where those go. These get scanned in and it all gets brought up. Still have a little bit of a you know, a people component to it. But, just you know, we would be sitting here with and one division. It's just a great example, because that one division would probably be 10, 11 people, yeah, and the cost increase Exactly. Chris: That's an amazing statistic. James: So that is kind of a back office area that we're really focused on going. Where else can we, where else can we look at the bringing in this technology to help as we continue to scale, so that we don't have to just keep hiring bodies? which is you know, from a real estate perspective even difficult. So we're, you know, we're, we've been tapped out on space for two years and we're it's been very challenging. Where do you just put you know, where do you keep putting people Right? So, but on the I guess I'd say on the actual business, well, that's the back office on the front of the house. We've got a program. We call it the daily DON. So, right, so it's a DON is a director of nursing. A lot of the facilities we work within, you know, skilled nursing facilities, assisted living facilities, they have someone who really oversees the house. They're the clinical expert in there that makes sure that all the patients are taken care of. That's called the DON. So we have a form that's. Thousands of these go out every morning to all of our facilities and it's an AI program that picks out the most important things that happened the prior day. So here's, you know, bobby Sue had a stat test performed at X time and here's the result. Here's a critical result or whatever is most important. They kind of have a clinical mind and says, hey, this is where we think you should pay attention to your patients today. These people are trending in the wrong direction. These people if they're doing just fine, they're at the bottom of the page. The things that are most important are highlighted at the top of the page, but it's really helping us provide better healthcare diagnostics for our providers so that they can treat the patients better. So it's right, in line with our mission, but it's really just automation and again, it would take an army of people to do this. Chris: Yeah, that's really cool stuff. I have to believe that is also, if not already, will become a huge marketing tool. Oh, it's a big marketing tool. Right, people are worried about the family mergers they're putting in there, where they're really going to get care, because, you already know this, your industry doesn't have a great reputation as a whole. No for sure. James: And so the more you can say no, this is what we do to make sure we're taking care of your loved one, yeah, so there's a huge journal publication called McKnight's and it is the, you know, the premier publication for the long-term care space and you know, all over the country, the daily DON. We actually won a bronze medal this year against thousands of applicants for innovation. So it was actually yeah, we were awarded. Chris: I guess that was 2024, but last year yeah, close enough, yeah, so let's talk a little bit just about, you know, being in Texas, being a business, primarily in Texas. What are some of the advantages that you have experienced being here, not just in Houston, but taking advantage being in Texas? For us is related to the Medicare Advantage plan, right so? James: or, excuse me, the MAC right so? Different Medicare has Medicare administrative plans and they actually carry out Medicare's will in an area. Texas has a MAC that is somewhat more favorable than the rest of the country. Now there's a few states that share that, but just in general, for us, from a standpoint of clarity they're a little bit more clear. There's a lot of bureaucracy that goes on in just getting paid, so this might be surprising to people outside of health care, but today I believe we are paid on 61% of the business we do and we're actually probably one of the really high end. We've run studies on this and we're we are, better reimbursed than most companies out there in our space, and so we still, you know, roughly four out of 10 patients that we treat, we get paid $0. Chris: It's just fascinating to me that it's that poor it is very poor. James: However, we are in one of the more favorable areas, so I can only imagine if you don't have a lot of clarity and guidance on how to bill, it just becomes more and more challenging for you. Chris: Yeah, this may be one of those, but I'm just interested as you kind of look out going forward, what are some of the challenges or headwinds you see maybe coming at your industry? Some of the challenges or headwinds you see maybe coming at your industry, lots of changes going on in Washington right now will have an effect, I'm sure, on your business but maybe also affect what goes on at the state level. James: So one thing you're kind of worried about as you kind of look out, I would say just one of the concerns, and I mean I think again, everybody likes to point the finger to the big bad guys and I really look at them more as a partner than they're not a, you know, an adversary to us or more of a partner. But the insurance companies have become more active in utilizing ai to to identify discrepancies within chart notes to deny claims. So that's something where, you know, recently went to, one of the conferences I attended was for health care payers and they have booths set up, you know, trying to sell to the health insurance companies of how to use artificial intelligence to identify the to not pay. They're already not paying much and you know they're now. In reality, the reason they are not paying is because the notes are lacking in something. So, rather than paying a person to go and evaluate each note, which is very expensive, you think about the health insurance companies if they have to hire thousands of people to evaluate the charts, or they can use AI programs to evaluate the charts it's going to save them money and hopefully that money gets passed on to the consumer. So I actually don't think it's a long-term a bad thing, but I do expect in the meantime it's going to just decrease even further, decrease the amount of claims that get paid. Chris: Right, it sounds like it would be incumbent upon companies like you to kind of push back a little more in the short term. James: to be able to take advantage of those efficiencies later. Absolutely yeah, and I look at it from our perspective. We're in a really good spot. We're pretty developed to where we can handle those kinds of headwinds. Chris: So let's switch again a little bit. Just talk about leadership. How would you describe your leadership style? How do you think it's evolved over the past, you know, 12 to 15 years since you've kind of been moving forward with this company? James: Yeah, I mean. So starting out with a group, I think, start with five people and 500 folks. So leadership looks very differently as business scales. And, to start right, I mean I used to take out the trash and do the accounting. I mean I've worked every job in the company personally and in the beginning, worked with a lot of people who were for lack of a better, better word incompetent at what they did, and today, having been able to develop people and hire and bring in and partner with incredible people that are, frankly, better than I am, a lot of things it allows me to go and do what I'm really good at and, from a leadership perspective, I've probably, if I've, believed in you from the beginning. I've always given you. I'm not a micromanager. I don't believe you can't really grow a large company if you're watching over everything going on. So you have to truly, just, I would say, collaborate with those around you and I guess, if I had to define it who I am, I try to be a great collaborator, right. I try to really help, provide as many resources for the people around me as possible so that they can be successful. Chris: That's good. Let's talk about problem solving right. Especially where you are today and probably have been in your role, probably more of what you do is facing issues, and how are we going to work through this and solve an issue, solve a problem? What have you found to be the most effective way to kind of get the information you need to make those informed decisions that you believe would be in the best interest of the company? James: Yeah, I mean. So again, that's something that over time, has become, I would say, much more of a process, right? So now we have data analytics and we have incredible CFO that's been coming in and able to provide information. There. We have all these additional resources, from accountants to lawyers, to folks. We sit down. I like to surround myself with the right group. We try to sit in a room with the right people at the right time and analyze all the information, but very quickly. I do not like the old analysis paralysis. That's not us at all. I move very quick, I like to make decisions very fast and I don't look in the rear view mirror very often. I'm always looking out the front window and just moving forward. So when there's challenges that are hitting us, it's just a relatively. Let's get as much information as we can today, let's analyze it and let's go. Chris: Yeah, I love that because I agree, I think, the idea that stagnation will kill the company right, and so I think you try to get as much information as you can, knowing it's never going to be perfect. But I think the key then is, I agree with the mindset of kind of move quick. To me, the next piece of that is to evaluate the decision as it's implemented, because then you're continuing to learn and gather information. If you're doing that so that you can adjust right, Because the plan goes out the window as soon as you start to act right, so some people will act and then ignore, and I think that's a mistake. I think if you act, continue to analyze and then align behind what you've learned, it may not be a pivot, it may just be a tweak, but you've got to keep moving. James: I totally agree and you really touched on a great point that I like to speak about. Often and it plays a little bit in the culture. I tell people, guys, we've got to make mistakes here. If we're not making mistakes, we're trying nothing new. So I hesitate to say I encourage mistakes, but to some extent I think I did in my last meeting ask for mistakes directly. So the idea here is that it's okay to make mistakes, it's not okay to make the same mistake over and over again. But if we're not trying, we're not growing. If we're not growing, we're dying. So we've got to continue to move forward. And the culture is that if you are focused and I mentioned that North Star earlier but if you're heading towards the North Star and you make a mistake, you're okay, there's no problem If you're doing something new and you're trying something for the good of the company and the good of the patient, that's okay. Let's learn from it. Let's learn from it, let's change course and let's keep moving. Chris: Yeah, that's right. Comfort and complacency aren't good, and I think that that freedom to take risk as long as it's an informed risk, as long as it aligns with our mission and values, is the type of risk you want to encourage your people to be doing and learn from it 100%. So that's good. People always learn from setbacks. So let's talk about a failure or setback you've experienced, and I know there's probably two or three examples from yesterday. James: No, but yeah, I mean, where do we start here? Chris: But what was it you know, and how did you learn from it, and how did it make you better? How did it improve you or the company, whatever the example may be? James: Yeah. I think geez, you know, this is only a tough question because I have so many. Chris: Yeah, I think geez, this is only a tough question because I have so many. You're not alone in it. A lot of guests say the same thing and I can identify with that. James: Yeah, so. I think for one this just comes to mind somewhat early on in our business we had just one massive customer. We had a great deal of revenue concentration in one customer who ultimately had a bankruptcy and put us in a really bad financial position when we lost out on. You know they were way behind on paying their bills and you know such and such. You've heard the story. Chris: Oh sure. So not only did you not get paid. If you were that beholden to them, you didn't have a lot of other things coming in Correct. James: Correct, correct. And just to learn from that example of not letting yourself get too far out over your skis for one, but also just to diversify, not just the customer base. We were actually diversified in our revenue and how we were paid, but it was all one customer. So you've got to diversify your revenue base and your customer base and not have too much concentration. That was a really early on lesson that just comes to mind. That, I feel like, was still one of the most painful. I think I laid off 40 or 50 people that day and it was just a tremendous. That one scarred me pretty bad. Chris: Layoffs are never easy. Those are ones you'll remember. James: Yeah, that one still haunts me, so again I've. Which mistake would you like to talk about? Chris: we could do a whole show. Yeah, you really could, but yeah so kind of you know, bringing this more to a close, any advice you would share with our listeners, entrepreneurs and business owners out there that you know, if there's one thing you're if you're thinking about, if you've just started the journey or you're thinking about it, here's one or two things that you would kind of want to pass along. James: Yeah, I mean I just, you know, from an entrepreneurial standpoint, I had a one of my, one of my father's good friends when I was a young kid, you know, probably high school. He told me at one point he said, hey, your business really isn't going to fail unless it runs out of time or money. And just kind of keep that in the back of your head, because I can think of at least six or seven times that we were done, you know, and I had to sit there and go well, hold on, you know, we haven't completely, we're not completely done because we haven't run out of time or money. And that was how, you know, I spoke about chewing glass earlier. I think you know one of my buddies, he's a new entrepreneur. I always I tell him ready, shoot, aim. You know, at some point you can analyze all the data. And if you do analyze all the data, you're probably never going to start Right, because the odds are of starting a new business are challenging. Chris: For sure, as everyone says, it's not for the faint of heart. James: It For sure, as everyone says, it's not for the faint of heart. It's not for the faint of heart. And everyone will run into a lot of problems and challenges. And that's why because if it was easy, everybody would do this Correct, and so just I would. Just it might sound a little silly, but just don't give up. I mean, if it's something you believe in, if it's really a great cause, if your heart's in it, just keep your head down and push on, because you will be successful. Chris: That's great, and perseverance and grit is what it takes if you're going to be a true entrepreneur 100%. But the ready shoot aim is kind of like you were saying earlier, in decision making, at some point you got to make a decision, absolutely you got to go. James: Yeah, I see that as just a big mistake that folks are making over and over again is sitting around just waiting and by the time they actually make the decision, the opportunities passed. Chris: yeah well, let's, we're going to close with some more fun stuff. Talk a little bit more about texas, any favorite vacation spots within the state. James: Things you like to do in your spare time you know we have a little piece of land up in west texas so we're out in the lakey area okay it's kind of kind of over there by Garner State Park for those that know the river and just absolutely love. We go out there probably every month. You know I have two boys and a little girl so I spend a lot of time out there. The family makes it out there every now and then, but I definitely try to grab a boy and go out there every month. How fun is that? We just go and shoot guns and hang out and, you know, take the kids and their friends over to the Garner State Park, dance and do all that kind of stuff. Chris: God's country over there. James: It is God's country. It's fantastic. That was my favorite place. Chris: It's just beautiful out there, yeah, so any like books or anything that you've read lately that you might pass on to a listener as something to go spend some time reading or learning from. Reading or learning from. James: Jeez, you know I'm actually doing 10 books with my kids right now, so there's nothing new and exciting, but they're all you know. I've got them reading Seven Habits of Highly Effective People, so that was the book they read last week. They're reading a book a week, so this week they're on the Five Dysfunctions of a Team Peter Lencioni. Chris: Yeah. James: So those are kind of what's going on. That's what's on my mind at the minute. I like it At the moment, yeah. Chris: And teaching them young. James: I love that, yeah, I mean well, they're 15, 13, not too young. Chris: Right. James: But kind of when I was reading those books and trying to. So a bunch of oldies but goodies. Yeah, we're going through right now. Chris: We're doing Rich Dad, poor Dad world from that perspective. Last question do you prefer tex-mex or barbecue? James: barbecue, all right, yeah I guess you can't go out to lakey and and not have barbecue in that area or on the road trip to and from no, I mean I it's. Chris: That's a tough question I always save it for last and everyone says the same thing. It's a trick question what's yours? People turn that on me and I think I it's a tough one that they. You know, once it's turned on me and I think it's a tough one Once it's turned on me, I realize how unfair it is. Yeah, I think my answer has always been I love barbecue, but my go-to is probably Tex-Mex more than barbecue. James: So if I was going to say Tex-Mex with a margarita, that might go above barbecue For sure, but if it's just food, it's barbecue Okay. Chris: Yeah, because it's hard to have Tex-Mex without a margarita. James: Yeah. Chris: And then, of course, you have places now, especially here in Houston, I'm sure, other places where they're combining, you know, like the brisket into the Tex-Mex. James: so brisket, burritos or tacos, and that, to me, is probably the penultimate, it's fantastic. Chris: Yeah, there really is. It's challenging when it comes to healthcare. So, James, this has been great man. I really appreciate you coming on and sharing your story. It's pretty fascinating, and congratulations for all the success and what I know will be successful in the future. James: Awesome, thanks so much for having me, Chris: you bet. And there we have it another great episode. Don't forget to check out the show notes at boyermillercom forward slash podcast and you can find out more about all the ways our firm can help you at boyermillercom. That's it for this episode. Have a great week and we'll talk to you next time. Special Guest: James Dieter.

Join us for the first stop on Day 2 of our Lost in Belfast Road Trip as we visit the magnificent City Hall to meet Lord Mayor Micky Murray. The city's youngest and first openly gay Lord Mayor shares refreshing new perspectives on his changing city, saying “Where Belfast is now and where we're going is a lot more exciting than what's happened over the last 50 years.”The Lord Mayor talks about his political journey, Alliance Party affiliation, priorities in office, LGBTQ+ community efforts, and favored social justice initiatives such as addressing homelessness through the innovative Complex Lives strategy.The conversation highlights his city's growth, increasing diversity, and the exciting future he envisions for Belfast's people.Given that the Lord Mayor serves just one year, every hour is precious, so we much appreciate the hour he spent with us…and now with you.LinksBelfast City Council PageFacebookInstagramLinkedInXEpisode Details: Season 7, Episode 5; Total Episode Count: 109

Moses Goods is an actor and storyteller from the island of Maui. He is one of Hawai'i's most prominent theatre artists and has traveled both nationally and internationally performing his original work with a wide range of audiences. His body of work ranges from full length plays to theatrical storytelling pieces most of which are rooted in Native Hawaiian culture. His one-man show DUKE, has received widespread critical acclaim and was originally produced by Honolulu Theatre for Youth. In this episode we talk about his childhood on Maui, falling in love with theatre, choosing to stay and create his own path in Hawai'i, his 30+ career in the arts, Hawaiian language and Black History month, and so much more. Enjoy!Find Moses here: https://www.instagram.com/__.actormosesgoods.__/Buy our merch on:Official website: https://keepitaloha.com/Support us on:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/kamakadiasFollow us on:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keepitalohapod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/keepitalohapodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@keepitalohapod

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EVEN MORE about this episode!Are we treating animals wrong? Trailblazing holistic vet Dr. Marcie Fallek reveals the hidden power of energy medicine, homeopathy, and acupuncture—showing how pets can heal naturally, without pharmaceuticals.From her unconventional journey—studying philosophy, training in Italy, and breaking language barriers—to the emotional depths of animal consciousness, Dr. Marcie challenges everything we think we know about veterinary medicine.This eye-opening episode explores the spiritual connection between pets and owners, the power of alternative healing, and why rethinking traditional treatments could mean healthier, happier animals. Don't miss the insights from her captivating memoir, Little Miracles Everywhere—this conversation just might change the way you care for your pets forever!Guest Biography:Dr. Marcie Fallek is an internationally respected veterinarian licensed in New York, Connecticut, and Florida. Originally trained in conventional medicine, she has dedicated over 30 years to holistic veterinary care. Certified in Veterinary Acupuncture and trained in Classical Homeopathy, Dr. Fallek integrates alternative healing methods to treat animals naturally.She practices in Manhattan and Fairfield County, Connecticut, where she lives with her two cats, Jyoti and Zahara, and her rescue dog, Kyra. Her book, Little Miracles Everywhere: My Unorthodox Path to Holistic Veterinary Medicine, was recently released by Skyhorse Publishing, sharing her transformative journey in animal healing.Episode Chapters:(0:00:01) - Healing Animals With Holistic Veterinarian(0:11:56) - Alternative Approach to Veterinary Medicine(0:24:29) - Unconventional Path to Veterinary Medicine(0:28:25) - The Journey to Holistic Healing(0:41:36) - Miracles in Holistic Veterinary Practice(0:55:48) - Navigating the Shift in Veterinary Care(1:00:23) - Holistic Veterinary Care and Spiritual ReflectionsSubscribe to Ask Julie Ryan YouTubeSubscribe to Ask Julie Ryan Español YouTubeSubscribe to Ask Julie Ryan Português YouTubeSubscribe to Ask Julie Ryan Deutsch YouTube✏️Ask Julie a Question!

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