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You love them. You really do. But you also can't find the kitchen counter — and that's the tension so many people live with when they share a home with a collector. In this episode of Clutter Free Academy, Kathi Lipp sits down with Tonya Kubo for an honest, tender, and very funny conversation about what it's like to love someone whose stuff is taking over. Kathi grew up with a hoarder for a dad. Tonya grew up with a hoarder for a mom — in a 500-square-foot studio apartment so full there was nowhere to walk. And then Tonya married a man who came into the marriage as one of the top two Star Wars collectors in his county. If you've ever stood in a doorway looking at boxes and thought, How did we get here, and how do I say something without starting a war? — this one is for you. Why This Conversation Matters Kathi makes a distinction in this episode that changes everything: collecting, clutter, and hoarding are three different situations — and they require three different responses. Treating a curated collection like a mental health crisis will damage your relationship. Treating true hoarding like a decluttering project will exhaust you both. Knowing which one you're dealing with is the first step toward peace in your home. In This Episode, Listeners Will Discover The difference between garden-variety clutter, collecting, and true hoarding disorder — and why the distinction matters for your marriage, your kids, and your sanity What "functionally homeless" means, and the quiet warning signs that a loved one's home has stopped working for them The four emotional attachments hiding underneath a collection: identity, memory, safety, and the "someday" story The harder side of collecting — lost space, resentment, feeling unheard, and the guilt of wishing someone would change Two pieces of classic "advice" you should never follow with a collector — including the one that feels the most tempting at 11 p.m. when you're staring at the garage Why "winning the argument" guarantees you lose in the end A Word for the Person Who Feels Stuck Tonya shares something many listeners will recognize: for years she believed she had a housekeeping problem. It wasn't until she found Kathi's book Clutter Free that she realized it was a stuff problem — and that stuff problem came from emotions. That reframe is the beginning of real, lasting change. This episode won't hand anyone a trash bag and a lecture. Instead, it offers something better: understanding, compassion, and a path forward that protects both your home and the person you love. Coming Up Next Week Kathi and Tonya continue the conversation with what actually changed in Tonya's house — how Brian went from a Star Wars collection that swallowed an entire room to a collection that brings him genuine joy, and how Tonya got there without throwing away a single thing behind his back. They'll also tackle the question of value (is that comic book really worth $5,400?) and the difference between a living collection and a dead one. Press play, take a breath, and remember: small, doable steps. That's how you get to less clutter and more life.

How do you navigate relationships when you have made a major life change, but the people around you still treat you like the old version of yourself?In this episode of American Glutton, Ethan sits down with Paige Dorian to discuss the friction that occurs when friends or family fail to acknowledge your progress after weight loss or sobriety. Ethan shares his personal experiences with rebuilding trust, handling lingering suspicion, and setting healthy boundaries with loved ones. He emphasizes that true transformation is ultimately proven through consistent daily action rather than words.Want deeper insights on personal growth and health?Sign up for Ethan's newsletter at https://ethansuplee.substack.com/subscribe.SHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:00 - Introduction00:56 - Handling Friends Who Only Knew the Old You01:31 - Evaluating Perceptions of Personal Change03:40 - Setting Boundaries in Evolving Relationships05:32 - Deflecting Unwanted Familial Comments10:17 - Earning Back Trust Through Consistent Actions15:25 - Why Long-Term Proof Takes Time24:23 - Supporting Someone Else on Their Journey30:52 - Addressing Repeating Patterns and Accountability Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today's VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, Drs. Andy Moorhead and Tom Nelson from the American Heartworm Society address questions practitioners frequently pose about treating heartworm cases when following every step of the AHS-recommended diagnostic and treatment protocol isn't possible. Whether the issue is money, a hard-to-wrangle dog or a previous caretaker who opted for an alternative approach, there are multiple reasons why compromises must sometimes be made in the treatment and care plan for a heartworm-positive dog.Sponsored By: American Heartworm Society

When's the last time you finished a sales conversation and wondered, "Where did this go off track?"   Maybe the prospect seemed interested but never moved forward. Maybe the conversation felt good, yet it didn't lead to a clear decision. Or maybe you walked away unsure about what should happen next.   Most sales conversations don't break down because you used the wrong words. They break down because one of the essential steps was skipped, rushed, or handled without enough intention.   In this episode of the Sales Maven Show, Nikki walks through the five biggest mistakes she sees entrepreneurs make in sales conversations. Each mistake connects to one step of the Selling Staircase, Nikki's signature framework for creating a successful, relationship-focused sales conversation.   You learn how to reduce friction, guide the conversation more effectively, and make it easier for the right buyer to decide whether working together makes sense. The Transformation Before listening, you may find yourself: Wondering why promising sales conversations don't lead to a clear next step. Moving too quickly into selling before you've created curiosity. Treating a discovery call like a performance instead of a qualification conversation. Giving prospects too many options and expecting them to choose. Ending conversations without issuing a clear invitation. After listening, you learn how to: Recognize where friction may be showing up in your sales process. Make a stronger first impression and create a more positive buyer experience. Use curiosity to encourage the right people to lean in and learn more. Guide discovery calls with purpose instead of trying to prove your value. Tailor your recommendation and confidently invite the prospect to take the next step. Key Takeaways In this episode, Nikki shares: How each of the five biggest sales mistakes connects to one step of the Selling Staircase. Why small details can create friction before the sales conversation even begins. Why curiosity is one of the most important and most frequently missed steps in sales. The three purposes of an effective discovery call. Why your role is to tailor and recommend a solution, not hand the buyer a list of options. What can happen when you issue a clear invitation at the end of a sales conversation. Why understanding the structure of the conversation matters more than finding the perfect words. The Selling Staircase The Selling Staircase is Nikki's signature framework for successful sales conversations.   The five steps are: Introduction: Build rapport and make a powerful first impression. Curiosity: Give the right person a reason to lean in and learn more. Discovery: Determine whether there's a need, a fitting solution, and permission to proceed. Proposal: Tailor your recommendation to what matters most to the buyer. Close: Issue an invitation and guide the conversation toward a decision.   When you understand which step you're in and what the objective is, sales conversations become easier to guide and easier for the buyer to follow. Mistake 1: Creating Friction Before the Conversation Begins The first step of the Selling Staircase is the introduction.   Your objective is to make a powerful, positive first impression and create rapport.   Nikki encourages you to consider what it's like for someone to interact with you for the first time. Are you making it easy for them to engage with you, remember you, and know how to address you?   One simple example is the name displayed during a video call.   Your name on Zoom or another platform acts like a name badge. It isn't only there for your benefit. It makes the interaction easier for the other person.   When your name is missing, incorrect, or different from the name you prefer to use, you may create unnecessary friction in the first moments of the relationship.   Small details matter because they shape the buyer's experience before you begin talking about your work. Mistake 2: Never Giving People a Reason to Be Curious Curiosity is the second step of the Selling Staircase, and Nikki describes it as the most missed step.   You don't need to create curiosity with everyone you meet.   You create curiosity with the people you want to deepen a relationship with, the people who may benefit from your work, and the people whose business you may want to earn.   Nikki compares this to a sign in her dentist's office: "You don't have to brush all your teeth, only the ones you want to keep."   The same idea applies here.   When you want someone to stay in conversation with you, give them a reason to become curious.   Without curiosity, people may tune out before they understand what's possible for them. They don't yet know what you know, how your work applies to them, or what could change when they work with you.   Your goal isn't to convince them.   Your goal is to make the conversation relevant enough that they want to ask: "What does this mean for me?" Mistake 3: Treating the Discovery Call Like a Performance The third step is discovery.   One of the biggest mistakes Nikki sees is treating a discovery call like a Broadway debut.   When you're trying to impress the prospect, prove your worth, or perform so well that they can't wait to hire you, you create an imbalance in the conversation.   The discovery call isn't about proving yourself.   It has three purposes: 1. Determine whether you're talking to an ideal client. Does this person have a need you are equipped and interested in addressing? 2. Determine whether you have a solution that meets this need. Have you asked enough questions to understand what they're looking for and whether your offer fits? 3. Determine whether you have permission to make an offer. Before presenting a solution, make sure you've earned permission to move into this part of the conversation.   Your role is to guide the discovery process, ask useful questions, and assess fit for both sides. Mistake 4: Offering Instead of Tailoring The fourth step is the proposal, or solution stage.   The mistake here is giving the prospect a broad menu of offers and expecting them to decide what they need.   You're the expert.   Your job is to curate and recommend the solution that best fits what they shared during the discovery process.   Rather than saying: "Here are all the ways you can work with me. Pick one."   You can say: "Based on what you shared, my recommendation is this."   Tailoring also means using the buyer's key words and phrases when you explain your recommendation.   Connect your solution directly to what they said they want, what they want to change, and the result they're working toward.   This doesn't always mean creating a custom offer.   It means positioning the right offer in a way that clearly shows how it applies to this person and this situation. Mistake 5: Ending Without Issuing an Invitation The fifth step is the close.   This is the second most missed step in the Selling Staircase.   Sales conversations don't move themselves forward. When you end without issuing an invitation, both you and the buyer may be left wondering what happens next.   This often creates the follow-up spiral: Should you call them? Should you email? How long should you wait? Are they still interested? Did they decide against it?   A clear invitation gives the prospect an opportunity to respond and gives you useful information.   When you issue an invitation, one of five things may happen: They say yes. They ask a question. They raise an objection. They say no. They ask for time to think.   Every one of these responses gives you more clarity than ending the conversation without asking.   Even a no allows you to bless and release instead of spending more time and energy guessing. The Five Types of Sales Friction Each mistake creates a different kind of friction:   Mistake 1 creates relationship friction. The first impression makes it harder to connect.   Mistake 2 creates interest friction. The person doesn't yet understand why they should stay curious.   Mistake 3 creates qualification friction. You may spend time trying to convince someone who isn't an ideal buyer.   Mistake 4 creates solution friction. Too many choices or an unclear recommendation can lead to overwhelm and indecision.   Mistake 5 creates decision friction. Without an invitation, the decision gets pushed onto the buyer's to-do list.   The goal of the Selling Staircase is to reduce friction at each step so the conversation feels clear, natural, and easy to move through. A Quote Worth Remembering "It isn't about having the perfect words. It's about understanding what step am I on, and what can I do here to be more impactful and effective?" Try This This Week Think about your three most recent sales conversations.   For each one, ask: Did I make it easy to connect with me? Did I create curiosity before moving into sales? Did I get permission before making an offer? Did I tailor my recommendation? Did I issue a clear invitation?   Notice where the conversation lost momentum or became unclear.   Then choose one step to strengthen in your next sales conversation.   You don't need to perfect all five at once. Start with the step that creates the most friction in your current process. Who This Episode Is For This episode is especially valuable when you: Have sales conversations that feel positive but don't lead to decisions. Want a simple framework for guiding sales conversations. Struggle with discovery calls or feel pressure to prove your value. Tend to give prospects too many options. Avoid asking directly for the next step. Want sales conversations to feel more relationship-focused and less stressful. Keep the Conversation Going Did today's episode show you where friction may be showing up in your sales conversations?   Here are a few places to continue learning: Explore the Sales Maven Society: https://yoursalesmaven.com/sales-maven-society/ Discover more relationship-based selling strategies: https://yoursalesmaven.com Listen to Episode 337, Stop Guessing and Start Issuing Invitations: https://yoursalesmaven.com/sales-maven-podcast/ Book a conversation with Nikki: https://yoursalesmaven.com Timestamps 00:00 Why you only need to create curiosity with the people you want to keep in conversation 00:21 Welcome and introduction to the five biggest mistakes in sales conversations 01:08 How the five mistakes connect to the Selling Staircase 01:43 Mistake 1: Creating friction before the conversation begins 02:28 The introduction step and making a powerful first impression 03:07 Why displaying the right name on video calls matters 05:47 Mistake 2: Never giving people a reason to be curious 06:22 The dentist office lesson about creating curiosity 07:14 Why curiosity matters before you move into selling 10:06 Mistake 3: Skipping qualification during the discovery call 10:38 Why the discovery call isn't your Broadway debut 11:50 The three purposes of an effective discovery call 13:16 Mistake 4: Offering instead of tailoring 13:33 Why you should recommend rather than provide a menu of offers 14:46 Using the prospect's key words to tailor your solution 16:23 Mistake 5: Ending without issuing an invitation 17:17 How missing the invitation creates a follow-up spiral 18:04 Episode 337 and the cost of making assumptions 19:04 The five responses an invitation may create 21:17 Why mistakes 2 and 5 deserve your attention first 21:25 The five types of friction created during sales conversations 24:05 Why the perfect words are rarely the real problem 24:24 A recap of the five Selling Staircase steps 25:07 Understanding the step matters more than memorizing scripts 25:45 Final reflection and invitation to identify your biggest takeaway 26:17 How to connect with Nikki for additional resources or support About Nikki Rausch Nikki Rausch guides service-based women entrepreneurs who aren't yet comfortable with selling to confidently enroll more clients through natural, relationship-based conversations. Through practical strategies and proven frameworks, you learn how to create consistent business growth while staying true to your values. Whether you're building sales confidence, improving client enrollment, or refining your sales communication, Nikki shows you how to create sales that feel natural and results that feel inevitable.

Leading Change Through Clarity, Compassion, and Communication with Connie Rawson Coaching's Connie RawsonIn a recent episode of The Thoughtful Entrepreneur Podcast, host Josh Elledge sat down with Connie Rawson, Executive Coach and Founder of Connie Rawson Coaching, to discuss how corporate leaders and business owners can navigate organizational change through high-impact communication. Connie, a seasoned executive coach who has advised leaders across tech and enterprise giants like Salesforce, Zendesk, and Workday, shares her battle-tested framework for executing difficult workplace discussions with clarity, courage, and empathy. This conversation delivers an actionable roadmap for executives looking to eliminate communication friction, handle performance reviews, navigate corporate restructurings, and lead through organizational transitions without damaging company culture or trust.The Executive Communication Blueprint: Mastering Candid Discussions and Driving Alignment During ChangeThe primary bottleneck stalling organizational growth during times of restructuring, acquisitions, or leadership pivots is executive communication avoidance. Connie Rawson explains that while uncomfortable conversations around underperformance or strategic shifts naturally trigger anxiety, avoiding these discussions creates severe organizational misalignment, low morale, and operational drag. To lead effectively, executives must approach every candid conversation with a defined purpose, establishing the desired productive outcome before initiating the dialogue. Giving team members a clear context advance notice—rather than sending vague meeting requests—lowers psychological defensiveness and prepares both parties for a constructive, solutions-oriented discussion.Balancing extreme messaging clarity with genuine empathy is essential for maintaining leadership credibility during high-stakes organizational transitions. Leaders often make the mistake of softening critical feedback so extensively that the core message becomes diluted, leaving the employee confused about expectations and next steps. Direct, succinct feedback must be paired with compassionate delivery, ensuring the recipient clearly understands performance gaps while feeling supported in their professional growth. Incorporating immediate alignment checks—such as asking open-ended questions and having the team member reflect back their understanding of key points—eliminates miscommunication and ensures mutual commitment to execution.Ultimately, sustaining long-term executive influence requires building a corporate culture grounded in radical transparency, dignity, and active listening. Treating employees with respect during challenging conversations—including lay-offs or role changes—preserves the internal brand, protects talent retention, and reinforces psychological safety across all management tiers. Executive leaders who invest in mastering candid communication frameworks build resilient organizations capable of adapting seamlessly to market volatility. When clear intentionality, contextual framing, radical feedback clarity, and compassionate delivery are synthesized into a single leadership architecture, executives remove friction, accelerate decision-making, and predictably expand enterprise valuation.About Connie RawsonConnie Rawson is an Executive Coach, leadership advisor, and the Founder of Connie Rawson Coaching. Drawing from extensive experience coaching high-level executives at major corporations like Salesforce, Workday, Mozilla, DraftKings, and Zendesk, Connie specializes in helping C-suite leaders and business owners navigate complex organizational change. She is a recognized expert in executive communication, team alignment, and change management, dedicated to empowering leaders to execute candid conversations with clarity and empathy.About Connie Rawson CoachingConnie Rawson Coaching is an elite executive coaching practice and leadership consultancy engineered to help corporate executives, business owners, and management teams master high-stakes communication and organizational change. The practice specializes in delivering one-on-one executive coaching, team alignment facilitation, change management strategies, and communication frameworks. Through tailored coaching programs and practical leadership resources, Connie Rawson Coaching enables leaders to eliminate communication debt, build high-trust workplace cultures, and drive sustainable growth.Links Mentioned in This EpisodeConnie Rawson Coaching Official Website: connierawsoncoaching.comConnie Rawson on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/connierawsoncoachingKey Episode HighlightsThe Purpose-First Discussion Framework: Setting clear objectives and outcomes before initiating difficult conversations to keep discussions focused and productive.Contextual Framing to Reduce Defensiveness: Providing advance notice on meeting topics to eliminate anxiety and foster open, constructive communication.Balancing Directness with Compassion: Delivering clear, unvarnished feedback without sacrificing empathy or causing confusion regarding performance expectations.Systematic Alignment Checks: Utilizing open-ended questions and active reflection to confirm mutual understanding and prevent operational miscommunication.Dignity-Driven Change Management: Preserving organizational trust and culture by handling tough transitions, lay-offs, and restructurings with radical transparency and respect.ConclusionThe conversation with Connie Rawson underscores that mastering candid conversations is an essential operational discipline for any leader navigating organizational change. By setting clear intent, balancing direct messaging with empathy, and prioritizing mutual alignment, business leaders can transform challenging workplace discussions into powerful catalysts for trust, clarity, and sustainable growth.More from The Thoughtful Entrepreneur

35 years ago this month Chuck Colson started the Breakpoint commentary. Two notable deaths this week; Gloria Steinem and Wendell Berry.  And a new study suggests that our 5th graders are not alright.    Segment 1 – 35 Years of Breakpoint and the Deaths of Gloria Steinem and Wendell Berry  Beyond Strange Bedfellows  The Genesis of Gender by Abigail Favale  Segment 2 – Meta's Record Settlement; Mental Health Crisis in Children  Meta Settlement  Mental Health study  The Triumph of the Therapeutic` by Philip RIEFF  Segment 3 – Treating the Homeless  Treatment First Policy  Mobile Loaves and Fishes   

One Big Idea 6 - Driving Purpose-Driven Growth: From Identity Alignment and Cellular Health to Executive ResiliencyIn this episode of One Big Idea, host Josh Elledge connects with Carol Pyke, Dr. Paul Barattiero, Emily Lyman, Stewart Heath, Tanny Diep, and Rachel Apfel Glass to break down the operational strategies required to build enduring brands, optimize human performance, and scale multi-faceted enterprises. Carol Pyke, Keynote Speaker & Workshop Facilitator at Words That Deliver, opens the episode by detailing why executive self-identity serves as an irreplaceable differentiator in an AI-driven economy. Dr. Paul Barattiero, CEO and Founder of LumaNova, then explores the physiological impact of molecular hydrogen on cellular energy and executive performance. Next, Branch & Bramble Founder & CEO Emily Lyman breaks down how direct-to-consumer brands can operationalize empathy to boost customer lifetime value. Stewart Heath, Chief Executive Officer of Harvard Grace Corporation, details the mechanics of syndications and tax-advantaged passive real estate investing. Sway Brows Academy & Studio Founder Tanny Diep introduces the prototyping mindset to help creators convert early action into viable business models. Finally, Gloss Lab and OFICINALE Founder Rachel Apfel Glass closes the episode by sharing the strategic advantages, emotional composure, and risk management strategies of second-time founders.Discovering Your True Identity to Become a Better Leader with Carol PykeIn an era where artificial intelligence can quickly replicate strategic frameworks, generate marketing copy, and automate routine workflows, many corporate leaders struggle to articulate their true value proposition. Personal brand strategist Carol Pyke explains that her "one big idea" addresses this exact challenge: core identity is the ultimate, non-replicable foundation of executive leadership. Drawing from her personal experience of overcoming retrograde amnesia following a stroke, Carol illustrates how professionals frequently mistake temporary external roles, job titles, and career achievements for their actual self-worth. Utilizing her "Mrs. Potato Head" analogy—where the underlying potato represents the unchangeable core and external accessories represent transient professional titles—she challenges leaders to discover who they are before deciding what to execute.To build an unshakeable executive presence that eliminates imposter syndrome, leaders must actively separate their internal identity from external metrics. Carol outlines actionable exercises, such as auditing LinkedIn profiles to remove job-title labels and reframing challenging events by separating raw facts from emotional reactions. By shifting away from short-term public validation and committing to deep self-reflection, executives can lead with absolute authenticity. In a volatile business landscape, establishing a clear, grounded identity enables leaders to make confident, value-aligned decisions that build long-term organizational trust.The Natural Antioxidant Your Body Needs for Energy and Immunity with LumaNova's Dr. Paul BarattieroSustained executive performance, mental clarity, and operational endurance depend heavily on underlying cellular health, yet chronic stress and poor lifestyle habits constantly degrade performance. Dr. Paul Barattiero explains that his "one big idea" centers on the therapeutic role of molecular hydrogen in combating systemic inflammation and oxidative stress. While a healthy colon naturally produces hydrogen gas through anaerobic bacterial activity, over 90% of individuals suffer from gut disruption caused by stress, processed diets, and antibiotics. This breakdown diminishes natural hydrogen production, leading to cellular fatigue, brain fog, and weakened immune function.To counteract these physical bottlenecks, Dr. Paul outlines how restoring molecular hydrogen levels can significantly improve cellular energy production and gut microbiome health. Infusing water with molecular hydrogen and a negative electrical potential mimics a healthy gut ecosystem, providing a selective antioxidant that neutralizes harmful free radicals without disrupting beneficial metabolic processes. For busy founders and high-performing executives, incorporating daily hydrogen therapy helps lower recovery times, sharpen cognitive focus, and protect long-term physical vitality.Building Stronger Direct-to-Consumer Brands Through Empathy and AI with Branch & Bramble's Emily LymanAs automated generative tools flood consumer inboxes and social feeds with generic marketing messages, direct-to-consumer (DTC) brands face a severe crisis of consumer indifference. Marketing strategist Emily Lyman highlights that her "one big idea" redefines empathy: it is not a soft interpersonal skill, but a measurable, business-critical growth strategy. Because human purchasing decisions are driven primarily by emotional connection rather than feature lists, brands that rely solely on automated, spec-heavy copy fail to build lasting customer relationships. By leveraging AI strictly for data research—mining customer reviews, support tickets, and social sentiment for underlying emotional patterns—marketers can uncover what truly resonates with their audience.To operationalize empathy across multi-channel campaigns, brands must establish structured frameworks to research, score, and scale emotional resonance. Emily emphasizes that while AI can efficiently surface data trends, human strategists must interpret those findings to craft authentic, value-driven brand narratives. Reframing product messaging around customer values—such as positioning safety features around protecting family experiences rather than listing technical specifications—dramatically improves conversion rates and long-term retention. Treating empathy as a core marketing discipline enables DTC companies to cut through digital noise and build enduring brand equity.Everything You Need to Know About Syndications and Passive Investing with Harvard Grace Capital's Stewart HeathMany high-earning professionals remain trapped on the corporate treadmill because their financial growth depends entirely on active, earned income that carries heavy tax burdens. Real estate executive Stewart Heath shares his core thesis: passive real estate syndications provide a reliable, tax-advantaged path to replacing working income and building generational wealth. Commercial real estate offers built-in inflation protection, tangible asset backing, and equity multiplication through conservative leverage. Furthermore, pass-through tax benefits like accelerated depreciation allow investors to offset passive distributions, shielding their cash flow from heavy taxation.Achieving true financial independence through passive real estate requires a disciplined approach to sponsor selection and deal structuring. Stewart advises investors to thoroughly vet real estate sponsors by analyzing their historical track records, operational transparency, risk-management protocols, and alignment of interest through preferred return structures. Investors can also utilize self-directed IRAs or 401(k)s to deploy tax-deferred capital into commercial syndications across multiple property types. By focusing on steady cash-flowing assets and reinvesting refinancing proceeds, passive investors can systematically construct a resilient portfolio that delivers predictable, long-term returns.Turning Early Practice into Real Business Opportunities with Sway Brows Academy & Studio's Tanny DiepA common trap for aspiring entrepreneurs and creative professionals is falling into "analysis paralysis"—spending months over-preparing, conducting endless market research, and perfecting products behind closed doors before ever testing them with real customers. Beauty industry educator and business coach Tanny Diep introduces her "one big idea": actionable business clarity does not exist until you launch and test in the real world. Relying on theory or simulated practice creates a false sense of security, whereas immediate real-world deployment provides the critical feedback needed to refine an offering.To convert concepts into viable business opportunities, founders must adopt a lean, prototyping mindset. Tanny encourages entrepreneurs to simplify their initial offerings down to a minimum viable product (MVP), launch quickly to a target audience, and gather direct market feedback. Overcoming perfectionism requires making an offering exist first before attempting to make it perfect. By pairing immediate execution with fast, iterative refinement, business owners build operational resilience, cultivate genuine client confidence, and establish a distinct competitive edge.The Entrepreneurial Comeback That Proves Patience Pays Off with Rachel GlassLaunching a second or serial venture is a fundamentally different experience than building a first company, primarily due to the emotional composure and perspective gained from past setbacks. Serial entrepreneur Rachel Apfel Glass shares her insights as a second-time founder, presenting her "one big idea": sustainable entrepreneurial growth relies on emotional resilience and protective detachment. While first-time founders often view every vendor mistake or operational hiccup as an existential crisis, experienced founders learn to manage emotional swings, anticipate normal operational friction, and approach problems with a calm, solution-oriented mindset.Navigating second-time entrepreneurship successfully requires transforming hard-won lessons into systematic operational playbooks. Rachel highlights how managing founder anxiety involves normalizing daily business challenges and leaning heavily on an established...

Dr. Jack Cush reviews the news and journal articles from the past week on RheumNow.com.  New drugs approved, new drugs halted and some drugs out of control.

In this episode, Neil J. Farber, MD, Retired Physician and Medical Researcher and Author, discusses the healthcare crisis, including physician burnout, shrinking provider capacity, worsening access and the impact of administrative demands on patient care. He also shares insights from his upcoming book, Treating a Broken System: A Physician's Cure for the Healthcare Crisis, and explores potential solutions to the healthcare workforce shortage.

Security policy has traditionally been built around the state: its borders, its military capability, its ability to deter external threats. Gender-based violence rarely features, despite being one of the most persistent and predictable forms of harm in the world, in peacetime and exacerbated during conflict. Treating gender-based violence solely as a private, social, health or humanitarian issue without recognition of it as a security one has consequences: it shapes what gets funded, what gets measured, and whose safety counts as a matter of state responsibility. When it comes to policy, prevention and intervention, the gap between that recognition and practice remains stark, and the impact through violence, displacement and death, notably femicide, continues to rise alongside global military spending. By comparison, funding to address gender-based violence remains miniscule. This event asks what it would mean to take that gap seriously: why gender-based violence functions as both a cause and a consequence of insecurity, and what a security framework would look like if it were built around who is actually being harmed. This event is a collaboration between La Trobe Centre for Global Security and Reducing Gender Based Violence Network (ReGEN). Speakers: Professor Elizabeth Miller (Deputy Director (Strategic Planning and Coordination), Integrated Center for Women's Health) Desireé LaGrappe (Lecturer, School of Nursing and Midwifery, La Trobe University and Chair, ReGEN) Dr Jessica Ison (Deputy Director, Reducing Gender-Based Violence Research Group (ReGEN), La Trobe Rural Health School) Dr Natasha Singh Raghuvanshi (Politics and International Relations, La Trobe University) Professor Bec Strating (Director, La Trobe Centre for Global Security) Emeritus Professor Dennis Altman (Vice-Chancellor's Fellow, La Trobe University) Recorded on 1st September, 2026. A content warning that this discussion includes topics of violence and abuse. We recognise that these experiences are common in Australia and globally, and that these issues may have affected members of our audience personally or through someone they know. Please take care of yourself during and after the session in whatever way feels right for you. If anything raised during the conversation is difficult or distressing, we encourage you to speak with someone you trust or seek additional support. For more information and resources, please consult: https://www.latrobe.edu.au/research/violetmarshman/regennetwork/resources-and-support

S6:E77 A funding round can transform a company. It can also change who controls it, how it's expected to grow and even whether the founder remains CEO. So perhaps the first fundraising question shouldn't be How do I get the money? It should be: Do I actually want what comes with it? Queue up this episode of Small Business Stories with Vijay Rajendran, founder of Startup System and author of The Funding Framework, for a grounded look inside startup fundraising in 2026. Vijay describes a market where more capital is concentrating in fewer companies, AI commands extraordinary investor attention, and founders outside the hottest categories may wonder whether funding is even accessible. His response is refreshingly grounded: most businesses shouldn't be pursuing institutional capital in the first place. If investors don't trust you, a beautiful pitch deck won't solve the underlying problem. If your business doesn't fit an investor's thesis, more outreach doesn't necessarily create better odds. And if the narrative surrounding your company doesn't accurately convey its opportunity, two founders presenting fundamentally similar businesses can produce dramatically different investor reactions. Fundraising, Vijay argues, is ultimately a trust-building exercise.

Episode 363 showcases our hosts Dr Jake Sloane & David Segal. In this episode, we dive into the business side of the consultation and why communication, rapport and trust are such a big part of what we do in aesthetic practice. We talk about some of the practical ways we build rapport with patients, adapting our communication to different personalities, and understanding the different "currencies of trust" that influence how patients make decisions. We get into: Setting the agenda early The use clinical photography to educate patients Talking through treatment plans and budgets Managing toxin dosing expectations Running better clinical reviews The rebooking process The idea of a "reset consultation" for long-term patients How to handle common objections and treatment requests driven by social media Some of the challenges that come with anxious patients. Critiquing own consultation skills by recording them 00:00 Introduction 01:24 The Business of Consultation 02:59 Want-Based Medicine 05:31 The Communication X Factor 10:13 Trust, Rapport and "Vibes" 13:49 The FACE Rapport Framework 15:30 Adapting to Different Patient Styles 17:43 Currencies of Trust 20:51 Setting the Consult Agenda 23:37 Photography Over Mirrors 26:37 Treatment Plans and Budget 29:44 Treating the Whole Picture 30:45 Highlighting Individual Beauty 31:30 Positive Patient Framing 32:17 Setting Realistic Expectations 32:58 Toxin Dosing Expectations 34:47 The Clinical Review 37:42 Rebooking and Next Steps 40:21 Toxin Wear-Off Education 41:15 The Reset Consultation 43:26 Self-Critique and Reviewing Consultations 46:13 Handling Common Objections 48:59 Managing TikTok Treatment Requests 51:35 Managing Anxious Patients 53:42 Team Consistency and Trust 55:36 Marginal Gains 56:47 Outro CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR UNFILTERED LIVE #2 WITH DR LONNY GREEN DOWNLOAD OUR NEW APP IA COMMUNITY: DOWNLOAD FOR APPLE DEVICES DOWNLOAD FOR ANDROID DEVICES THEN ACTIVATE A FREE 30 DAY SUBSCRIPTION (after you've downloaded the app and signed up for free): FOR HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS FOR BUSINESS OWNERS/NON-CLINICAL PROFESSIONALS

When every employee can produce polished, on-brand-looking content in seconds, who actually owns the brand anymore?Agility requires guardrails, not just accelerators. Moving fast is only an advantage if the organization is still moving as one recognizable company.Today we're going to talk about the gap that opens up between how fast AI lets an organization produce and how well its brand actually holds together as that output scales. We'll explore:- What really gets diluted when content creation is democratized — and how quickly that compounds- Treating brand as infrastructure: building systems that guide AI-generated work rather than teams that police it after the fact- Why investment in brand governance has to scale in lockstep with investment in AI toolsTo help me discuss this topic, I'd like to welcome Meghan Gendelman, CMO of B2B at Canva.About Meghan GendelmanMeghan Gendelman is Chief Marketing Officer, B2B at Canva, where she leads global B2B marketing to help organizations turn visual communication into essential infrastructure for modern work.Meghan's previously led cross-functional teams across Marketing, Enablement, Customer Success, and Sales. Most recently, she served as GVP of Growth Marketing at Docusign, where she worked on category building and positioning the company to win the enterprise. Prior, Meghan spent nearly 13 years at Salesforce, where she held senior roles including CMO of Financial Services, SVP and Head of Marketing for the Americas, and SVP of Global Strategic Marketing.A champion of inclusion, Meghan pioneered the first Women's Summit at Dreamforce and is passionate about developing diverse, values-driven leaders. She lives in Northern California with her husband and two daughters.Meghan Gendelman on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mgendelman/---------- Resources ----------Canva: canva.comThe Agile Brand podcast is brought to you by TEKsystems. Learn more here: https://aglbrnd.co/r/2868abd8085a9703Reach your customers with Reddit. Spend $500 in ad spend, get $500 back in ad credit! Learn more: https://advertalize.com/r/491818c79fb1873fEnjoyed the show? Tell us more at and give us a rating so others can find the show at: https://aglbrnd.co/r/faaed112fc9887f3Connect with Greg on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregkihlstromDon't miss a thing: get the latest episodes, sign up for our newsletter and more: https://aglbrnd.co/r/35ded3ccfb6716baCheck out The Agile Brand Guide website with articles, insights, and Martechipedia, the wiki for marketing technology: https://www.agilebrandguide.comThe Agile Brand is produced by Missing Link—a Latina-owned strategy-driven, creatively fueled production co-op. From ideation to creation, they craft human connections through intelligent, engaging and informative content. https://www.missinglink.company Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I want to start this episode with someone I lost recently. A dear colleague of mine, Riff Hutton, passed away a couple of weeks ago from a brain tumor. I am opening with him because I just used something he taught me. I came into my booth and my preamp was not working. And there was a part of me that just wanted to say forget it, record on the laptop mic, move on. And then Riff's voice came to me. Be curious. So instead of pushing through I got calm. I started looking at why. Turned out the power cord into my preamp has a lock position and it had gotten unlocked. A simple thing. But the old me would have forced it and missed the lesson entirely. Riff Hutton, if you are out there listening on some plane, thank you for teaching me to be curious. Forcing vs Allowing Today's episode is about attracting rather than forcing. And you are talking to a reformed forcer here. The times I have pushed hardest are the times I have created the least flow. There is an energy to forcing that is very close to frustration and anger. I am going to make this happen. And when I operate from that energy, things go wrong. Last night I was exhausted and forcing myself to make dinner and the glass lid to my frying pan shattered in the salmon. Everything was fine. But I said to myself, you are forcing. What I really needed to say was I am too tired to cook. Either we make a salad or we go out. When I gave myself permission to be curious instead, when my tech broke down before this recording, it created an opportunity to learn something and to teach you something. That is not magical thinking. That is nervous system reality. What Scarcity Actually Looks Like Scarcity is not just financial. Scarcity sounds like it is too late for me. I am too old. I missed my chance. Everyone is ahead of me. It shows up in actions too. Checking casting sites obsessively. Spiraling when someone from your acting class books a job. Treating every audition like something you have to survive instead of something you get to be curious in. Believing that rejection defines your self-worth. Scarcity is a clenched fist. Abundance, and that means abundance of love, opportunity, curiosity, is an open hand. Your nervous system affects your ability to see opportunity, stay grounded, and recover after rejection. If it is dysregulated you overthink, you chase approval, you lose your authenticity. And your authenticity is your superpower. Can You Receive Here is the exercise I want you to try right now. Imagine booking the dream role. Imagine finally being seen as an actor the way you have always wanted. Really sit with it. And then notice what emotion appeared immediately afterward. Was it fear? Pressure? Guilt? Fear of visibility? Because if it was, those emotions matter. They are showing you where you are stuck. So many actors become addicted to the struggle. If that is you, it is because struggle feels more familiar than ease. I want ease to feel familiar. I want flow to feel familiar. Because peace can feel threatening. Calm can feel unproductive. Stability can feel suspicious. But your nervous system dictates your success more than your effort. That is the truest thing I have discovered in 30 years. The Bottom Line Allowing is not passive. Allowing is staying open long enough for life to meet you. Your job is not to force every outcome. Your job is to become available for what you say you want. Your emotions are your inner GPS. They are showing you where you are going. If you feel good, you are going somewhere good. Want to Keep the Conversation Going? If any of this resonated, please click the link in the show notes and set up a free consultation over Zoom: email me at peter@actingbusinessbootcamp.com. This work is amazing and you get so many surprises along the way. As I always say, stay safe and treat yourself real well.

Most Christians talk about the body being a temple — and then don't think much about it after that. Derek Saltou does this for a living, and he's got some thoughts.Jason sits down with Derek (owner of Chiron Built Fitness) to talk about what physical discipline and spiritual discipline actually have in common, how fitness can quietly become an idol, and why the connection between caring for your body and caring for your soul is more direct than most people realize. They also get into the empathy trap, Paul's growth from Galatians to Timothy, and why "do whatever he tells you" might be the most underrated verse in the Bible.Questions or feedback? Email us at podcast@zionclearlake.orgLike us on socials!Facebook • @pockettheology.zclInstagram • @pockettheology.zclTikTok • @pockettheology.zclYouTube • youtube.com/@pockettheologyzcl

Matt Wark, Chief Facilities Officer for Forsyth County Schools, joins Katie Jubenville to share his unconventional path from a struggling student written off by his own guidance counselor to leading facilities for one of Georgia's fastest-growing, top-performing school districts. Matt discusses how his personal journey through teaching, administration, and district leadership shapes his "houses, not buildings" philosophy of facilities management, and dives into how Forsyth balances explosive growth with maintenance, community trust, and cost. He also shares his perspective as president of the Georgia 4LE chapter on building stronger partnerships between school districts and industry vendors statewide. Takeaways: A rough start built a mission — Written off as a student, Matt now champions paths for every kid, not just test scores. Facilities are "houses," not buildings — Treating schools like home builds pride for students and staff alike. Growth means balance — Forsyth is shifting from new construction to upgrading older schools' infrastructure. Patience over quick fixes — Matt's top advice: slow down, since fast decisions create new problems. Partnerships over contracts — As Georgia 4LE president, Matt connects districts and vendors through trust, not transactions. About Matt Wark: He is currently the Chief Facilities Officer for Forsyth County Schools. He is married to Sara Wark who works in Atlanta at the Coca Cola headquarters and they have 4 children (Mason, Riley, Jordan and Bailey) ages 13,11,10,8.   He is originally from southwest Michigan where he grew up on a family-owned farm.   He moved to Georgia in 2003 and became a teacher with Fulton County Schools.  He taught 2nd grade and 5th grade including special education.  He then moved to Clarke County Schools to become an assistant principal.  There met his wife and relocated back to north Georgia and was an assistant principal with Dawson County Schools.  While working in Dawson County he was promoted to the position of Principal.  After 5 years of working in Dawson County he was called to become the Director of Assessment and Accountability with Baldwin County School District in Milledgeville, Ga.  After 2 years in Baldwin County, he was promoted to Deputy Superintendent.  As his family grew and his wife continued traveling to Atlanta daily, he decided to move back to the Atlanta area and what better place than north Ga.  Matt successfully became the Chief Facilities Officer for Forsyth County Schools and also lives in Forsyth County where all 4 of his children attend Forsyth County Schools.   In Matt's current role, he oversees all maintenance and facilities needs for the district.  This includes all new construction, renovations, modifications, general maintenance, custodial, grounds maintenance as well as, all future planning for the school district.  Currently Matt oversees over 9 million square feet which includes 53 total buildings with more schools to come in the near future.  Forsyth County is one of the fastest growing counties in the state of Georgia and has no signs of slowing down.    Episode 350 of the Better Learning Podcast For more information on our partners: Association for Learning Environments (A4LE) - https://www.a4le.org/ Education Leaders' Organization - https://www.ed-leaders.org/ Second Class Foundation - https://secondclassfoundation.org/ EDmarket - https://www.edmarket.org/ Catapult @ Penn GSE - https://catapult.gse.upenn.edu/ Want to be a Guest Speaker? Request on our website

After a year away, Juanique returns to the Gutsy Health Podcast with a deeply personal update on what made her step back from her business, the podcast, and the constant pressure to keep going. She shares why selling Provo Health became part of her own healing, what she learned from slowing down, and why she ultimately decided there are still conversations worth having. Plus, she gives an update on the clinic's transition to Red River Orem, its evolving approach to CIRS, and what listeners can expect in this new season.Timestamps00:00 — Your Body Can Heal 01:00 — Welcome Back to Gutsy Health 02:00 — Why the Old Me Is Gone 03:00 — Living Out of Alignment 05:00 — The Breaking Point 06:00 — Selling Provo Health 08:00 — Choosing Rest and Healing 10:00 — What Still Lights Me Up? 12:00 — Why the Podcast Is Staying 14:00 — Stepping Away From the Algorithm 15:00 — Protecting My Time and Energy 16:00 — The Future of Gutsy Academy 17:00 — Parenting and Body Doubling 18:00 — Having Capacity to Support Others 20:00 — What's Next for the Podcast 23:00 — CIRS and Autoimmune Overlap 24:00 — Looking Beyond Mold 25:00 — Treating the Whole Health Picture 26:00 — What My Illness Taught Me 28:00 — When Healing Feels Impossible 29:00 — Understanding the Order of Healing 30:00 — Keep Going 31:00 — These Days Aren't Forever 32:00 — A New Season BeginsConnect:Gutsy Health Website / Gutsy Academy: My Gutsy Health — the episode discusses the Gutsy Academy and its future membership format. The official site currently houses Gutsy Health resources.Gutsy Health Podcast: Gutsy Health PodcastGutsy Health Podcast Instagram: @gutsyhealthpodcastJuanique's Instagram: @gutsy_momGina Worful's Instagram: @gina.worfulSend us Fan Mail

A Navy captain with 24 years of service went to medical for exhaustion, weight gain, and low mood, and was told to see a therapist and eat less. When he asked for a testosterone test his physician asked whether he had erectile dysfunction, and refused to order it when he said no. His level came back at 160; the cutoff we use in this country is 300. I've treated this population for 15 years, and roughly 27% of operators test below that number. Tim Parlatore is the attorney who wrote the Pentagon memo that now puts testosterone on the annual physical, and we get into what it says and why most men never have this hormone checked again after they leave pediatrics.Studies & ReferencesCardiovascular Safety of Testosterone-Replacement Therapy - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37326322/You Can Conquer Trauma and PTSD with Chris Frueh, PhD - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0olunOZM2lcSupport Kaczkowski Family's GoFundMe campaignhttps://impact.navysealfoundation.org/campaign/827807/donate?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bioWant ad-free episodes? Subscribe to Forever Strong Insider: https://bit.ly/4u5VSRe

Join #teampositive with EJ & Raven and Girls Gone WoW community each and every week! We discuss a topic in depth every week, find out with our gnome friend Cassunda has been up to in the latest instalment of his audio drama and catch up with what the hosts and community have been up to in game this week! The new patch is here so how are you finding 12.1? Bit of a lacklustre one I think judging by our community response but let us know what you think! We hope you enjoy the show – if you want to be a guest you can get in touch with us on Discord by joining us at bit.ly/ggw-discord and please give us a like, subscribe or even a review wherever you found this show! Find this episode and many others at https://pod.co/girls-gone-wow

The most fulfilling kind of success has less to do with what you build for yourself and more to do with what you're able to give to others.Our guest today is Joe Daly, founder of Daly Goods, a custom leather goods company rooted in Waco, Texas. Born in Minnesota, Joe met his wife in Missouri before eventually putting down roots in the Lone Star State. Behind his craftsmanship is a deep commitment to helping people give meaningful gifts while using his business to model radical, intentional generosity.In this episode, host Kevin Prewett sits down with Joe to trace his journey from managing complex operations and inventory to taking the leap into full-time entrepreneurship. Joe shares how a simple leatherworking kit grew into a thriving brand, along with the operational challenges, pricing decisions, and patience required to build a physical product business centered on quality.Together, they explore the deeper purpose behind building a values-driven venture. Joe shares how shifting the focus from profit margins to serving others can redefine success, offering a refreshing perspective on business as a vehicle for generosity, stewardship, and lasting legacy.Key TakeawaysThe Ultimate Life Strategy. True fulfillment stems from active generosity, creating an impact that revenue alone can never achieve.Mastery Begins with Patience. Building a quality product requires embracing steep learning curves and committing to continuous refinement.Evolve Beyond Trial and Error. Scaling beyond a hobby demands transitioning from casual experimentation to repeatable systems and operational structure.Value Over Price Tag. Competing on price is a race to the bottom; focusing on craft and connection justifies premium positioning.Serve First, Sell Second. Reframing sales as genuine problem-solving builds deep customer loyalty that advertising cannot buy.Embrace Purposeful Stewardship. Treating a business as a platform for service fundamentally improves leadership, culture, and community impact.Listen to the EpisodeYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@risingtidestartups Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rising-tide-startups/id1330525474 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2eq7unl70TRPsBhjLEsNZR Website: https://risingtidestartups.com/Connect with Joe DalyWebsite: https://dalygoods.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dalygoodsco/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-daly-67b31928/Closing Thought "It really is more blessed to give than receive. Ff you want to live a good life, be generous. That's the ultimate 'life hack.' And it's not a hack—it's just true." — Joe DalySponsor ShoutoutsNaviqus Virtual Services - Hassle-free administrative support services that are efficient, affordable, and tailored to your needs. Check out https://naviqus.com now to jumpstart your business for 2026!Podbrand Media - Have you ever considered starting your own podcast for your company or brand?  Podbrandmedia.com can help.   

Neighborhood Pet Store Day is coming September 26—but is your store treating it like another sale or turning it into something customers will actually remember? In this episode of Pet Shop Girls, Sherry and Carly talk about how independent pet retailers can turn Neighborhood Pet Store Day into a true community celebration. From creative events and local partnerships to getting customers through the door, they share ideas for making the day about much more than discounts. Plus, hear how one independent pet retailer turned Neighborhood Pet Store Day into an incredible $28,000 sales day—and what they did differently.

Lindsay Clancy is currently on trial for killing her three children.Prosecutors say the murders were intentional, but her defense team says she was suffering from severe postpartum psychosis -- a condition that does not have a distinct diagnosis in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders.That's the handbook used to identify mental health conditions, so patients often have a hard time getting proper care.The case has put a spotlight on maternal mental health and how its treated by the public and healthcare professionals. What does it reveal?WBUR's Deborah Becker contributed reporting to this episode.It was produced by Megan Lim and Karen Zamora, with audio engineering by Éowyn Fain, Hannah Gluvna and Ted Mebane. Our director is Jonas Adams.It was edited by Justine Kenin and Tinbete Ermyas.Our interim executive producer is Courtney Dorning.Support public media with NPR+ and enjoy perks for over 25 podcasts like this one. This show's perks include bonus episodes and sponsor-free listening. Learn more at plus.npr.org.See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy

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Your day job can be more than a paycheck.It can also be a front-row seat to how a real business operates.In this episode of The Level Up Podcast, Paul Alex breaks down how aspiring entrepreneurs can use their current jobs as paid training grounds for the companies they eventually want to build.Every meeting, process, department, and system contains a lesson.Instead of resenting the structure around you, study it.Pay attention to how teams communicate, how leaders make decisions, and how the company handles problems at scale.In this episode, you'll learn:• Why corporate systems can teach you how larger businesses actually operate• How to study management, KPIs, workflows, and problem-solving from the inside• Why observing proven processes can save you from reinventing the wheel• How changing your perspective on your day job can reduce frustration and increase preparationThe truth is simple:Every workplace can become a classroom if you are paying attention.Study the systems.Watch the leaders.Learn from the mistakes.Take the lessons you can legally and ethically apply to your own business.Your job can fund your future while also teaching you how to operate at a higher level.Use the sandbox.Collect the knowledge.Then build your own castle.Your Network is your NETWORTH!Make sure to add me on all SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS:Instagram: https://jo.my/paulalex2024Facebook: https://jo.my/fbpaulalex2024YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGhDAD1JyGGzSQUPD9lc9HQLinkedIn: https://jo.my/inpaulalex2024Looking for a secondary source of income or want to become an entrepreneur? Check out one of my companies below to see if we can help you:www.CashSwipe.comFREE Copy of my book “Blue to Digital Gold - The New American Dream”www.officialPaulAlex.com

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BUFFALO, NY – August 31, 2026 – A new #editorial was published in Volume 17 of Oncotarget on June 8, 2026, titled “Tumor infiltrating lymphocyte (TIL) therapy for treating the solid tumors: Challenges and future perspectives.” The editorial was led by first and corresponding author Bhartendra Sharma from Mahatma Gandhi University of Medical Sciences and Technology, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India, along with co-authors Sukhbir Kaur, Vikas Sharma and Sanjay Soni. Tumor-infiltrating lymphocyte (TIL) therapy is a form of adoptive cellular therapy that uses immune cells naturally present within tumors to attack cancer. Unlike chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T-cell therapy, which genetically modifies a patient's T cells to recognize specific tumor antigens and has achieved its greatest success in hematological malignancies, TIL therapy has shown potential in several types of solid tumors. The approach has a history spanning more than four decades. Steven Rosenberg first isolated TILs from a mouse tumor in 1982, and subsequent experiments demonstrated antitumor effects when TILs were combined with cyclophosphamide and interleukin-2 (IL-2). In 1988, Rosenberg and colleagues reported favorable clinical outcomes after administering TIL therapy to patients with metastatic melanoma. Full press release - https://www.oncotarget.com/news/pr/tumor-infiltrating-lymphocyte-therapy-offers-a-promising-approach-for-treating-solid-tumors/ DOI - https://doi.org/10.18632/oncotarget.28883 Correspondence to - Bhartendra Sharma - bhartendrasharma@mgumst.org Intro video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QAr_R4WCJfk Sign up for free Altmetric alerts about this article - https://oncotarget.altmetric.com/details/email_updates?id=10.18632%2Foncotarget.28883 Subscribe for free publication alerts from Oncotarget - https://www.oncotarget.com/subscribe/ Keywords - cancer, tumor infiltrating lymphocytes, solid tumors, adoptive cellular therapy, immunotherapy To learn more about Oncotarget, please visit https://www.oncotarget.com and connect with us on social media: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Oncotarget/ X - https://twitter.com/oncotarget Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/oncotargetjrnl/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@OncotargetJournal LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/oncotarget Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/oncotarget/ Reddit - https://www.reddit.com/user/Oncotarget/ Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0gRwT6BqYWJzxzmjPJwtVh MEDIA@IMPACTJOURNALS.COM

This content has been developed for healthcare professionals only. Patients who seek health information should consult with their physician or relevant patient advocacy groups.For the full presentation, downloadable Practice Aids, slides, and complete CME/NCPD/AAPA information, and to apply for credit, please visit us at PeerView.com/PWH865. CME/NCPD/AAPA credit will be available until August 16, 2027.Treating Beyond the Scale: Personalized, Evidence-Based Strategies for Comprehensive Management of Obesity as a Chronic Disease In support of improving patient care, PVI, PeerView Institute for Medical Education, is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.SupportThis activity is supported by an educational grant from Lilly.Disclosure information is available at the beginning of the video presentation.

This content has been developed for healthcare professionals only. Patients who seek health information should consult with their physician or relevant patient advocacy groups.For the full presentation, downloadable Practice Aids, slides, and complete CME/NCPD/AAPA information, and to apply for credit, please visit us at PeerView.com/PWH865. CME/NCPD/AAPA credit will be available until August 16, 2027.Treating Beyond the Scale: Personalized, Evidence-Based Strategies for Comprehensive Management of Obesity as a Chronic Disease In support of improving patient care, PVI, PeerView Institute for Medical Education, is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.SupportThis activity is supported by an educational grant from Lilly.Disclosure information is available at the beginning of the video presentation.

Treating your pets fairly doesn't mean treating them all the same.In this episode, Amy looks at how age, health, mobility, personality, behavior, and even personal preferences can mean very different needs for pets living under the same roof. From secret extra meals for a skinny senior cat to different exercise, rules, accommodations, and attention, the goal isn't perfect equality. It's paying attention to the individual animal in front of you.And this isn't just for people with a houseful of animals. Whether you have one pet or six, it's about recognizing what that pet needs instead of comparing them to other animals or even to who they used to be.She also tackles a harder question: Are you giving your pet what they actually enjoy and need, or trying to turn them into the pet you imagined having?Plus, try this week's simple Pet Parent Hotline challenge to learn something new about your own pet.Stuck on a pet problem? Send it here.Support the showExpert Pet Advice for busy pet parents! Love the show? Leave a 5-star review so more pet parents can find us, and share this episode with someone who needs it. Follow:

New minimally invasive treatments for arthritis and chronic joint pain are giving some patients options beyond medications, injections and more invasive surgery. Vascular surgeon Dr. Daniel Nathanson explains Genicular Artery Embolization (GAE), MSK embolization and how image-guided vascular techniques are being used to target inflammation and pain. Dr. John Phillips and I welcome Dr. Daniel Nathanson of the San Francisco Vein & Vascular Institute in San Francisco, California, for a fascinating look at how tools traditionally associated with vascular intervention are expanding into the treatment of musculoskeletal pain. Dr. Nathanson is a board-certified vascular and endovascular surgeon who specializes in minimally invasive, image-guided treatments. His work includes Genicular Artery Embolization (GAE) for knee osteoarthritis as well as musculoskeletal or MSK embolization for chronic pain involving areas such as the shoulder, hip and other joints. So how does embolization help arthritis pain? Rather than replacing a joint, these procedures use a tiny catheter to reach abnormal blood vessels associated with inflammation. The goal is to reduce that inflammatory blood flow and, in appropriately selected patients, reduce pain and improve function. For knee osteoarthritis, GAE is being explored as a minimally invasive option for patients who continue to have pain despite conservative treatment and are looking for alternatives to knee replacement. We also explore how this concept is moving beyond the knee. Dr. Nathanson discusses emerging applications of MSK embolization for chronic joint and tendon pain involving the shoulder, hand and wrist, hip, knee, Achilles tendon, plantar fascia and more. If you are dealing with osteoarthritis, chronic knee pain or persistent joint pain, this conversation will help you understand where these newer minimally invasive treatments may fit, who may be a candidate, and why vascular specialists are becoming part of a rapidly evolving area of arthritis care. Learn more about Dr. Daniel Nathanson and San Francisco Vein & Vascular Institute: San Francisco, California Search: San Francisco Vein & Vascular Institute / Dr. Daniel Nathanson Need help with Peripheral Artery Disease or another opinion before an amputation? Call the Global PAD Association Leg Saver Hotline: 1-833-PAD-LEGS Find PAD clinical trials and research opportunities: PADTrials.org Join The Great Circulation Challenge Help us walk the 60,000 miles of the human circulatory system together. SIGN UP: www.TheGreatCirculationChallenge.org Subscribe to @TheWayToMyHeart for more conversations on new treatments, vascular disease, circulation, PAD, limb salvage and medical innovation. Please LIKE, COMMENT, SUBSCRIBE & SHARE. If you know someone living with arthritis or chronic joint pain who is looking for treatment options, send them this conversation. #Arthritis #Osteoarthritis #KneePain #GenicularArteryEmbolization #GAE #MSKEmbolization #ArthritisTreatment #JointPain #MinimallyInvasive #KneeArthritis #ChronicPain #VascularSurgery #DrDanielNathanson #MedicalInnovation

What if the biggest thing holding you back behind the chair isn't your talent—but the way you value your time? On this episode of The Danielle K. White Show, Danielle sits down with hairstylist and educator Ricky Hodge for a candid conversation about what it actually takes to build a successful, sustainable career in the hair industry. Ricky didn't start his career in cosmetology expecting to build what he has today. After working in retail, waiting tables, running a motel, and eventually deciding to invest in himself through cosmetology school, he built a career around developing undeniable skill, cultivating the right clientele, and refusing to let life behind the chair consume his entire life. One of Ricky's biggest beliefs? Your schedule should dictate what you charge. When you're booked months in advance, coming in early, staying late, afraid to take a vacation, and constantly squeezing another client into your schedule, the answer isn't necessarily to work harder. Sometimes it's time to raise your prices. Danielle and Ricky get into: • How to know when it's actually time to raise your prices • Why raising prices can—and sometimes should—cost you clients • Building a clientele versus intentionally cultivating one • Attracting the kind of clients you actually want to serve • Why hairstylists burn themselves out trying to make everyone happy • Creating boundaries behind the chair • Treating hairstyling like a real profession and career • Developing specialized skills that separate you from the marketplace • Ricky's passion for the dying art of scissor-over-comb cutting • Personal branding, authenticity, and standing out without getting caught in industry drama • Why new artists need real training—not years of folding towels • Setting a vision for the life you want and reverse-engineering your career to create it • What it takes to become one of the artists who actually makes it in this industry Ricky also shares how he grew from simply trying to make what he once made waiting tables to building a career where his skill, reputation, clientele, and personal brand have opened opportunities he never expected. For the hairstylist who's exhausted, undercharging, questioning the industry, or wondering whether there's actually a future behind the chair, this conversation is a reminder: There is enormous opportunity in this industry—but you have to decide what kind of career and life you're actually trying to build. Listen to the full conversation and share it with an artist who needs to hear it.

Abe and Randy discuss some of today's top stories in the National Football League.

Healthcare can't ask communities to trust systems that haven't earned their trust. In this episode, Harold Phillips, the CEO of NMAC (formerly the National Minority AIDS Council), discusses what HIV reveals about stigma, trust, racial justice, and the communities still being left behind by healthcare. Drawing on his lived experience with HIV and decades of public health leadership, Phillips explores why healthcare must treat the whole person rather than simply the diagnosis. He explains how stigma, misinformation, and mistrust can keep people from accessing care even when effective treatments and prevention tools are available. Phillips also examines the difference between outreach and genuine community partnership, emphasizing the importance of listening to communities and using their lived experiences to shape healthcare systems and policy. Tune in to hear Harold Phillips share what healthcare leaders can learn from communities that have historically been left behind, and how those lessons can help build more equitable, trustworthy systems. IHI Spotlight - Sylvia Trent-Adams: This episode's IHI Spotlight features Sylvia Trent-Adams, President and CEO at the Institute of Healthcare Improvement, who talks about the lessons HIV has taught her about dignity, trust, equity, and person-centered care. Drawing on her experience as a nurse caring for soldiers living with or affected by HIV, she emphasizes that treating a diagnosis and truly seeing a person are not the same thing. She also discusses why healthcare organizations must listen to marginalized communities and act on what they hear, making equity an essential part of quality and safety rather than a separate initiative. About Harold Phillips: Harold J. Phillips is a nationally recognized HIV policy leader and public health strategist with over 30 years of experience advancing equity, access, and innovation in the fight against HIV/AIDS. In 2025, he was appointed CEO of NMAC, where he leads eNorts to center racial justice and community leadership in the national response to HIV. Previously, Phillips served as Director of the White House Office of National AIDS Policy (2021–2024), overseeing the implementation of the National HIV/AIDS Strategy and shaping federal policy to accelerate progress toward ending the epidemic. He also held senior roles at the Health Resources and Services Administration's HIV/AIDS Bureau, where he managed key programs including Ryan White, AIDS Education and Training Centers, and PEPFAR-funded initiatives. As a Black gay man living with HIV, Phillips brings lived experience and visionary leadership to his work. His career has been defined by a commitment to uplifting marginalized voices, modernizing HIV policy, and building sustainable systems of care. Things You'll Learn: HIV continues to reveal how stigma, misinformation, and mistrust can create barriers to healthcare access. Treating the whole person requires healthcare systems to address the social and personal circumstances that shape health outcomes. Lived experience should inform healthcare policy, system design, and shared decision-making. Genuine community partnership requires ongoing listening, responsiveness, and action, not one-time outreach or consultation. Healthcare organizations can build trust by listening to communities, adapting their services, and creating systems that center historically marginalized populations. Resources: Connect with and follow Harold Phillips on LinkedIn. Follow NMAC on LinkedIn and explore their website!

AP correspondent Jennifer King reports on loosening hiring standards at the FBI.

Treating unresponsive PTSD with zesty comorbidities requires new therapies. Thanks to a recent listener suggestion, today we cover two lesser-known, cutting edge, psychedelic options with shockingly powerful results in days - Ibogaine and DMT. They demonstrate such powerful alterations in mental disorder symptoms as well as mindsets that life satisfaction and new personalities can result. Next time we'll talk about the mental mechanisms within the mystical-like experiences that catalyze massive symptomatic changes.

Treating unresponsive PTSD with zesty comorbidities requires new therapies. Thanks to a recent listener suggestion, today we cover two lesser-known, cutting edge, psychedelic options with shockingly powerful results in days - Ibogaine and DMT. They demonstrate such powerful alterations in mental disorder symptoms as well as mindsets that life satisfaction and new personalities can result. Next time we'll talk about the mental mechanisms within the mystical-like experiences that catalyze massive symptomatic changes.Results @ 16:08

You Can't Pizza Party Your Way Out of Burnout: Moral Injury, Compassion Fatigue, and Treating Healthcare Workers - An Interview with Kimberly Johnson, PhD, LMHCD, and Lucy Li, MD Kimberly Johnson, PhD, and Lucy Li, MD, of the Emotional PPE Project on healthcare worker mental health and moral injury. Curt and Katie talk with Kimberly Johnson, PhD, LMHCD, a counselor educator at Touro University with more than thirty years of clinical experience in trauma, crisis, and disaster mental health, and Lucy Li, MD, a pediatric anesthesiologist at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. Both serve on the board of the Emotional PPE Project, a volunteer-run nonprofit reducing the barriers that keep healthcare workers from accessing mental health care. Healthcare workers rarely arrive in therapy looking the way the distress would suggest. They mask, they overcompensate, and they spend session time explaining the job before they get to what the job has done to them. Kimberly describes the trifecta therapists often flatten into ordinary workplace burnout: burnout, compassion fatigue and complex trauma, and moral injury braided together, frequently presenting subclinically. Lucy describes the same terrain from inside medicine, including what shifted for her after her friend and co-resident died by suicide during residency. They also walk through the Emotional PPE Project's directory of volunteer therapists and its ePPE 101 training for mental health professionals who want to work with healthcare workers well. In this episode, we discuss: - Why healthcare workers are a heterogeneous population, not a single clinical profile - How burnout, complex trauma, and moral injury show up together and subclinically - The intake questions that surface occupational risk factors early - Why moral injury sits where occupational, vocational, and personal identity stop aligning - What stigma costs healthcare workers, their patients, and the workforce - How the Emotional PPE Project connects healthcare workers to free, confidential care - Why the same barriers show up for therapists as healthcare providers Timestamps: - 02:38 - What therapists get wrong with healthcare workers - 07:11 - Professional humility and the questions worth asking early - 09:24 - Burnout, trauma, and moral injury as a trifecta - 15:30 - Where moral injury actually lives - 17:43 - Stigma and the fear of seeking care - 22:00 - The second victim effect and being sent home - 25:10 - Beyond pizza parties: what structural support looks like - 33:27 - Inside the Emotional PPE Project and ePPE 101 Guest Bios: Kimberly Johnson, PhD, LMHCD is Director of Special Projects and Assistant Professor in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Touro University, a licensed therapist in New York, a certified Compassion Fatigue Therapist and Educator and Field Traumatologist, and a Diplomate with the American Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress. Lucy Li, MD is an attending anesthesiologist in Pediatric Anesthesiology at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and a board member of the Emotional PPE Project. She completed her anesthesiology residency at Massachusetts General Hospital, where she was chief resident, and focuses on physician mental health and wellness. Learn more at emotionalppe.org Full show notes and transcript: mtsgpodcast.com Join the Modern Therapist Community Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/mtsgpodcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/therapyreimagined Modern Therapist's Survival Guide Creative Credits Voice Over by DW McCann: https://www.facebook.com/McCannDW/ Music by Crystal Grooms Mangano: https://groomsymusic.com/

Last year, nearly 45 million Americans were diagnosed with a substance abuse disorder. That's according to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. When it comes to treating addiction, what's working? And what isn't? We talk to the team at ROCovery about local peer support, and we hear from a former Biden administration official about the recovery landscape in New York. In studio: Kara Izzo, peer support program manager for ROCovery Jonathan Westfall, executive director of ROCovery Rob Kent, president of Kent Strategic Advisors ---Connections is supported by listeners like you. Head to our donation page to become a WXXI member today, support the show, and help us close the gap created by the rescission of federal funding.---Connections airs every weekday from noon-2 p.m. Join the conversation with questions or comments by phone at 1-844-295-TALK (8255) or 585-263-9994, email, Facebook or Twitter. Connections is also livestreamed on the WXXI News YouTube channel each day. You can watch live or access previous episodes here.---Do you have a story that needs to be shared? Pitch your story to Connections.

Today we talk with Carrie Devaney about why talent is the number one strategy for exponential growth in wealth management and how recruiting becomes a long-term system instead of a last-minute scramble. We break down what top candidates look for today, how equity changes the conversation, and why starting sooner protects clients and increases enterprise value.Key topics discussed in this episode:• Treating succession planning as a competitive advantage for client retention• Shifting recruiting from an event to an ongoing growth strategy• Using training, development, coaching, and mentorship as a clear growth framework• Sourcing next gen advisors through existing relationships and a clear firm vision• Using equity and results-based compensation to attract high performersFollow Elite Achievement for more conversations on leadership and high-level execution.About CarrieCarrie Deveney is Director of Growth at Northwestern Mutual Chicago, where she partners with 11 of the firm's largest advisory practices to drive growth through leadership, recruiting, succession planning, and advisor development. She helped develop the Pathway to Partnership platform to strengthen talent pipelines and create more intentional career paths for future advisors. As a CFP® professional, Carrie is passionate about helping firms build enduring businesses, maximize enterprise value, and fulfill their promise to clients by developing exceptional leaders and the next generation of financial advisors. Connect with CarrieLinkedInAbout Kristin BurkeKristin Burke works with financial advisors and leaders in financial services who are building and scaling firms. She helps them lead more effectively, develop their team, and execute consistently on the priorities that drive growth.Work with KristinIf you are building a firm and want a strategic partner to help you think through leadership, team development, and execution, you can learn more about working with Kristin here:WebsiteConnect on LinkedInLinkedIn

This episode is brought to you by The Pain Summit. Dr. Sanda Moldovan was a speaker at Dr. Krista Burns' event, and we're sharing her exclusive presentation here. In this enlightening session, Dr. Sanda Moldovan discusses the critical link between oral health and chronic pain, emphasizing how conditions like TMJ dysfunction and silent dental infections can lead to systemic issues. She highlights the importance of integrative approaches in dentistry, including the use of advanced diagnostic tools like cone beam CT scans and the role of the oral microbiome in overall health. The conversation also covers the significance of identifying cavitations and the impact of dental materials on patient well-being. Want to see more of The Holistic Dentistry Show? Watch our episodes on YouTube! Do you have a mouth- or body-related question for Dr. Sanda? Send her a message on Instagram! Remember, you're not healthy until your mouth is healthy. So take care of it in the most natural way.  Key Takeaways: (01:59) How oral infections contribute to chronic pain (10:00) Treating cavitations with PRF, ozone, and laser therapy (13:13) Balancing the oral microbiome for systemic health (17:02) Electrical currents from metal restorations and health effects (19:55) The oral microbiome and systemic inflammation (22:06) Postural effects of oral health issues Connect With Us:  AskDrSanda | YouTube BeverlyHillsDentalHealth.com | Instagram  DrSandaMoldovan.com | Instagram  Orasana.com | Instagram Integrative Dental Health Institute  | Ozone in Dentistry Course

Rob & Rob get asked how they fit it all in more than almost anything else. This week they answer it properly... Pulling back the curtain on how they run their days, from the AI systems tracking what they've promised to the small rules that keep them consistent, this episode should help you optimise your day. (00:58) News story of the week (02:26) Why the small, repeatable stuff is what makes the big achievements land (05:33) The template day, the 90% rule and the case for one less decision each morning (09:49) What it's worth to choose your own inputs (15:23) The AI and paper pairing that keeps nothing slipping (20:52) Treating your health like a set of KPIs (28:33) Hub Extra Links mentioned: Over half of landlord offers come in 10% below asking price Coffee with Rob - put your details down here Enjoy the show? Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts - it really helps others find us! Sign up for our free weekly newsletter, Property Pulse Find out more about Property Hub Invest

Just ahead of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, we're bringing you a conversation with speech-language pathologist Kristin Szymanek, director of rehabilitation at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee.Through her “Pediatric Oncology SLP” account on Instagram, Szymanek often shares information on topics like pediatric feeding and palliative care.In this conversation, Szymanek talks about what interdisciplinary collaboration looks like, how SLPs can assist in navigating transitions, palliative care, working with families of pediatric cancer patients, and more.TranscriptLearn More:ASHA Voices: SLPs on Understanding What Matters at the End of LifeASHA Voices: Supporting Patients With Head and Neck Cancer in Rural KentuckyHelping Children With Cancer Communicate at End of LifeASHA Voices: Audiologists Address Ototoxicity in Cancer Care

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In this episode of The Feminine Frequency Podcast, Amy Natalie sits down with divine feminine coach and author Allie Casazza to discuss moving out of the exhausting hustle and into a state of deep, receptive softness. Allie shares her personal journey of rewiring her nervous system to expand her capacity for love, wealth, and ease. Together, they break down the actual science of subconscious reprogramming, sharing how busy women can shift their internal blueprints to naturally embody their next-level lives without relying on fleeting willpower.Themes:Shifting from a stressful, tight grip on life to a soft, open state that allows more love and money to flow in with less force.Treating the subconscious like an autopilot computer that can be intentionally reprogrammed through repetition rather than fluffy spiritual concepts.A quick, 15-minute morning mind workout combining visualization, EFT/tapping, scripting, potent self-talk, and movement.Breaking the frustrating "start, stop, restart" cycle by shifting who you believe you are, making healthy habits automated rather than forced.How keeping simple, everyday promises to yourself (like drinking water) trains the subconscious to trust you with bigger goals.Updating childhood programming that equates chaos with safety, allowing the nervous system to finally accept peace and consistent love.Tuning into the energy behind your desires to ensure you are opening up to growth out of worthiness rather than pushing out of fear.SPECIAL OFFER: 

Send us Fan MailWe realize we spent years treating business goals like a hobby, then wonder why “someday” never shows up. We walk through how a clear five-year vision, a stronger identity, and simple tracking turns scattered effort into real momentum. • treating long-term goals like optional projects and why that delays results • getting honest about the life you actually want and revisiting the vision regularly • avoiding vague goals by making the desired lifestyle and outcome specific • undercharging, inconsistent outreach, and staying private as symptoms of hobby mode • investing in yourself through mentors, masterminds, and learning the market • building accountability systems like hiring an editor to force consistency • cutting off tempting opportunities to protect focus and go deeper • choosing an identity and letting that identity drive daily decisions • measuring and monitoring progress so you can adjust fast instead of guessing If you're thinking about that job, thinking about that big opportunity coming your way, not sure how to think about it, send me a DM on Instagram, Jordan F Edwards, and send pod P O D.  To Reach Jordan:Email: Jordan@Edwards.Consulting Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9ejFXH1_BjdnxG4J8u93ZwFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/jordan.edwards.7503Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jordanfedwards/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordanedwards5/Hope you find value in this. If so please provide a 5-star and drop a review.Complimentary Edwards Consulting Session: https://tidycal.com/m4j6dvm/breakthrough-strategy-session

Check out Lodgify claim your exclusive discount: https://www.lodgify.com/behind-the-stays/  — Explore FerebeeLane: https://www.ferebeelane.com/ Connect with Matt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-ferebee-2287566/ Connect with Zach: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zacharybusekrus/ — Twenty-five years ago, a kid with an English degree and a freelance gig writing about furniture realized something. People didn't want to just know what the sofa looked like. They wanted to know how it was made, who designed it, how many hands had touched it before it reached the showroom. The descriptions of the piece were fine, but it was really the stories that sold it. That kid was Matt Ferebee. And that instinct, that the story behind the thing is more valuable than the thing itself, became the foundation of FerebeeLane. Boutique, brand, and guest experience agency that he co founded with his partner Josh Lane over two decades ago. Their first big client was Hickory Chair, a premier furniture company in North Carolina that was fighting to stay relevant in a rapidly commoditizing market. Matt and Josh launched a magazine for them called Timeless, profiling watchmakers from Cartier and interior designers to contextualize the brand among the greats. That caught the attention of BlackBerry Farm. At the time, maybe 22 keys, hard to categorize, and often dismissed as a charming bed and breakfast. Matt interviewed founder Chris Bell, and within 18 months, FerebeeLane had assumed full responsibility for their marketing. To this day, BlackBerry Farm does no paid advertising. They're celebrating their 50th anniversary, and Matt's team is still right there beside them. In this conversation, we trace the arc from furniture copywriting to shaping the narrative identity of some of the most revered hospitality brands in the world. Matt talks about what he learned watching Blackberry Farm scale without ever compromising on guest experience, why he believes the current wave of rustic minimalism is often just a cash grab dressed up in Scandinavian language, and how his team brought Canoe Place in. A site dating back to 1697, America's oldest inn, turned nightclub, turned forgotten asset, back to life with a story rooted in place. We also get into what it means for a 15-person agency to land on Marriott Luxury Portfolio's approved list alongside publicly traded global firms, what that signals about where the major flags are headed, and why Matt believes the future of branded hospitality looks a lot more like. Treating a 90-room Ritz-Carlton as an independent boutique property, not the other way around. This is a fascinating conversation. You're really gonna love Matt. He and his team have done incredible work. So, friends, without further ado, get ready to meet Matt Ferebee. —   Behind the Stays is brought to you by Journey — a first-of-its-kind loyalty program that brings together an alliance of the world's top independently owned and operated stays and allows travelers to earn points and perks on boutique hotels, vacation rentals, treehouses, ski chalets, glamping experiences and so much more.   Your host is Zach Busekrus, Head of Growth at Journey. If you are a hospitality entrepreneur who has a stay, or a collection of stays with soul, we'd love for you to apply to join our Alliance at journey.com/alliance.

What really happened during the 2025 West Texas measles outbreak? Dr. Ben Edwards shares his firsthand experience caring for hundreds of Mennonite families at the center of the highly publicized epidemic. He explains why he turned to cod liver oil, vitamin C, and other supportive therapies, discusses the nutritional and lifestyle factors he believes influenced patient outcomes, and recounts the challenges of navigating intense media scrutiny after his work drew national attention. Dr. Ben also shares why he has great respect for Dr. Tom Cowan's work and discusses the growing importance he places on terrain over germ theory, exploring how nutrition, movement, sunshine, emotional well-being, and other lifestyle factors help determine our resilience to illness. Whether discussing measles, chronic disease, or everyday health, he makes the case that supporting the body's innate healing capacity is the foundation of lasting wellness.  WAPF Ad- Join us October 16th through 18th in Washington, D.C., for the 2026 Wise Traditions Conference—the conference that nourishes you in every way. Register today! https://www.wisetraditions.org/ To learn more about Dr. Ben Edwards, visit https://veritaswellnessmember.com/about-staff/dr-ben-edwards Join the Nourishing Our Children closed Facebook group Check out our sponsors: Masa Chips: Use code WISETRADITIONS for 25% off your first order. Four Visions: Use the code WISE for 15% off your order.  

Why We Can’t Find Middle Ground on Abortion. This opens a complex discussion about differing perspectives on life and choice. Other notable inquiries include the implications of bringing a new life into challenging circumstances and the conflict some feel between casual attitudes toward abortion and the serious dilemmas faced by individuals. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 03:00 – Why can’t we find a middle ground on the abortion issue? 12:01 – I'm pro-choice because there are times in life where bringing in another life would not be beneficial to anyone. 29:22 – I'm for minding your own business, that’s why I'm pro-choice. 48:00 – I'm not pro-life and not pro-choice. Treating abortion casual vs a scared girl with what to do is where my conflict. Where should I fall on the legal side of this?