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Courage can show up in telling the truth, making difficult decisions, and acting without having all the answers. In this episode, Dean Newlund and Ryan Berman explore what courage looks like in leadership, how fear shapes our choices, and how we can build the courage to move forward. In this episode, Dean Newlund and Ryan Berman discuss: Why telling the truth and staying authentic takes courage How fear shapes leadership and workplace culture Building courage through curiosity and experimentation Using knowledge, belief, and action to make decisions Managing loneliness and perspective in leadership Key Takeaways: Create more alignment between your personal and professional self by examining whether your work reflects the values that give you energy. Make courageous conversations safer by checking impact and asking what the other person heard instead of assuming your intent was clear. Treat mistakes as part of experimentation, creating space to test ideas, learn from what happens, and keep moving. Use knowledge, faith, and action together to avoid paralysis from overthinking or recklessness from acting without enough understanding. Pay attention to relationships that may shift as you grow in leadership, and make connection and shared purpose part of how you lead. "Knowledge plus faith plus action equals courage.” — Ryan Berman About Ryan Berman: Ryan Berman is a corporate fear fighter, founder of Courageous, author of Return On Courage, and host of The Courageous Podcast. For 25+ years, Ryan has helped companies operationalize courage where they need it most, counseling organizations including Google, Procter & Gamble, Kellogg's, Kraft Heinz, Bausch & Lomb, Tropicana, the Atlanta Falcons, and Snapchat. His consulting firm, Courageous, guides clients through courageous conversations, decisions, ideas, and transformation. Ryan believes that change is hard, but the hardships of not changing are far harder. Connect with Ryan Berman: Website: http://www.ryanberman.com/ Book: Return On Courage: https://www.returnoncourage.com/ Show: The Courageous Podcast: https://ryanberman.com/courageous-podcast/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bravewhatshard/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryan_berman/ See Dean's TedTalk “Why Business Needs Intuition” here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EEq9IYvgV7I Connect with Dean:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgqRK8GC8jBIFYPmECUCMkwWebsite: https://www.mfileadership.com/The Mission Statement E-Newsletter: https://www.mfileadership.com/blog/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deannewlund/X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/deannewlundFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MissionFacilitators/Email: dean.newlund@mfileadership.comPhone: 1-800-926-7370 Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.

Step inside the sweltering, smoke-filled basement assembly room of the Dallas Police Headquarters at 12:30 a.m. on Saturday, November 23, 1963, as District Attorney Henry Wade addresses a packed room of over one hundred global journalists. Looking to deliver the first formal summary of the murder charges against Lee Harvey Oswald, the exhausted prosecutor makes a staggering, cold-war slip of the tongue—accidentally declaring to the world that Oswald was a member of the anti-Castro "Free Cuba movement" rather than the pro-Castro "Fair Play for Cuba Committee." Before the error can fully scramble the public's understanding of the suspect's political alignment, a voice rings out clearly from the back of the room near a concrete abutment. It is Jack Ruby, a local strip club owner holding a notepad and pencil, who loudly corrects the District Attorney and establishes the record on live national television.While assistant prosecutors would later note that Ruby delivered his correction in a normal, helpful tone, his sudden public display of political literacy immediately raises eyebrows. When later questioned by the FBI on how a politically uneducated nightclub owner knew the exact name of Oswald's organization, Ruby offered a straightforward defense, claiming he had simply heard it on local radio and that it had stuck in his mind. But to historical researchers, his familiarity with Cuba was already a matter of record, tracing back to his highly scrutinized, documented trips to revolutionary Havana in the summer of 1959 to visit Tropicana casino gambling manager Lewis McWillie. Rather than keeping a low profile, the self-styled Dallas showman eagerly intercepts Henry Wade as he leaves the press conference, extending his hand for a personal handshake and proudly declaring, "Henry, I want you to know that I was the one that corrected you."Determined to continue playing "producer" for the media, Ruby spends his post-midnight hours acting as a self-appointed press liaison in the corridors of police headquarters. After running into competing KBOX radio reporters Jerry Gunkle (alt. spelling Gunkel)  and Sam Pease, Jack manages to secure the unlisted, highly restricted newsroom hotline for KLIF radio. Slipping behind the records counter, Jack dials the station to offer a box of sandwiches, and upon seeing Henry Wade walk past the counter, he physically pulls the District Attorney to the phone. By handing KLIF the live, exclusive telephone scoop of the night, Jack earns an ecstatic invitation from the newsroom, with the overnight staff promising to leave the locked back door open for exactly five minutes so he can bring the food up.But Jack's desperate, pathological need to secure favor and be helpful ultimately sabotages his strict five-minute entry window. On his way out of the building, he runs into KLIF disc jockey Russ Knight—known to his listeners as "the Weird Beard"—who is searching for the press action. Forgetting the clock, Jack insists on escorting the DJ back downstairs to introduce him to Henry Wade for another taped interview. By the time Jack drives his white Oldsmobile a single block to the KLIF studios, his entrance window has expired and the doors are locked tight. In this episode, we follow the self-appointed king of the Dallas strip as he is forced to wait outside on the chilly pavement for fifteen minutes, clutching a heavy box of pastrami sandwiches and soda pop, setting the stage for a mysterious 2:30 a.m. parking lot meeting that would alter the course of the entire weekend.

Sam Shriver and Suzie Bishop join Larry Olsen from the Center for Leadership Studies, the home of the original Situational Leadership model. Sam brings more than 45 years of experience and has designed and delivered over 200 leadership and coaching programs. Suzie is Vice President of Product Development at the Center and has spent more than a decade adapting the model for today's modern learner. Together they are co-authors of Situational Leadership: The Model for Leading Others, Navigating Change, and Unlocking Performance.   In this conversation, Larry sits down with Sam and Suzie to talk about why one-size-fits-all leadership fails, and how meeting people where they are unlocks trust, performance, and human potential.   What you'll hear: Why "it depends" is the mantra of situational leadership, not a fixed leadership style The behaviors that run from direction to empowerment, and when each one backfires Referent power: why trust outperforms position power or expertise How a leader's presence alone can stifle honest conversation   ABOUT SAM SHRIVER AND SUZIE BISHOP Sam Shriver has more than 45 years of experience in situational leadership and has designed and delivered over 200 leadership and coaching programs. Suzie Bishop is Vice President of Product Development at the Center for Leadership Studies. Together they are co-authors of Situational Leadership: The Model for Leading Others, Navigating Change, and Unlocking Performance. The Center for Leadership Studies is the global home of the original Situational Leadership model.   ABOUT LARRY OLSEN Larry Olsen is a Two-Time Vistage Speaker of the Year and Fortune 50/500 Executive Performance Advisor with 40+ years of client work at Toyota, PepsiCo, Starbucks, Harley-Davidson, Honda, American Airlines, State Farm, Frito Lay, Lexus, and Tropicana. He is the author of Get a Vision and Live It! and the founder of Performance Driven Neurology.   IF THIS LANDED FOR YOU Leadership isn't one style forced onto every person, it's reading the person in front of you and adjusting from there. That's exactly how Larry thinks through every leadership conversation he has.   How Leaders Think:  https://larry-olsen.kit.com/how-leaders-think   CONNECT WITH LARRY Email: success@larryolsen.com LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/larry-r-olsen   CONNECT WITH SAM SHRIVER AND SUZIE BISHOP Website: situational.com LinkedIn: Sam Shriver and Suzie Bishop Book: Situational Leadership: The Model for Leading Others, Navigating Change, and Unlocking Performance (Amazon and other major retailers)   SUBSCRIBE FOR MORE New episodes of the Brain Vault Podcast publish every other Wednesday.

On August 8, 1959, Jack Ruby boarded a plane to Havana, embarking on what he would spend the rest of his life claiming was a simple, eight-day vacation to visit his close friend, syndicate gambler Lewis McWillie. But official Cuban immigration cards, flight manifests, bank records, and the memories of eye-witnesses at the famous Tropicana casino paint a far more complex and troubling picture. Jack wasn't just on vacation; he was traveling back and forth to the island, even making a mysterious, unexplained one-day round trip to Miami. Decades later, congressional investigators would look at this erratic, secret itinerary and draw a chilling inference: that the "Dallas strip king" was serving, at a very minimum, as a courier for international gambling interests desperately trying to move their cash and assets out of the reach of Fidel Castro's newly installed revolutionary government.We also dig into the official paper trail of Jack's underworld associations and his bizarre relationship with federal law enforcement. Long before his fateful moment in the Dallas police basement, the FBI's Dallas office recognized his proximity to the criminal element and attempted to cultivate him as a potential criminal informant. Though Special Agent Charles Flynn ultimately closed the file after nine meetings because Jack was far more interested in trying to get his competitor strip clubs in trouble than providing actual mob intelligence, the files prove a deeper truth: Jack Ruby was small-time, but he was far from isolated. He had direct and indirect lines to some of the most powerful syndicate bosses in the country, including Santo Trafficante and associates of New Orleans boss Carlos Marcello.Furthermore, we expose the massive gaps in the Warren Commission's original 1964 investigation, which chose to ignore key witnesses, phone logs, and travel records that did not fit their comfortable "lone wolf" narrative. We analyze his frantic flurry of long-distance calls in the weeks leading up to the assassination, connecting him to Teamster officials, mob bondsmen, and New Orleans associates. We also look at the terrifying jailhouse conversation recalled by carousel comedian Wally Weston, where a shaken, imprisoned Ruby whispered that the authorities were finally going to "find out about Cuba... the guns... and everything."Finally, we examine the shocking moment on the night of November 22, 1963, in a crowded hallway at Dallas Police Headquarters. As District Attorney Henry Wade held an impromptu midnight press conference, a voice from the crowd corrected Wade's mistake about Lee Harvey Oswald's political affiliations, shouting out the exact name of the "Fair Play for Cuba Committee." The voice belonged to Jack Ruby. Why did a Dallas strip club owner know the nuances of revolutionary Cuban politics better than the district attorney? Join us as we dismantle the comfortable historical portrait of Ruby as a harmless, unconnected hanger-on who simply snapped, and look instead at a man deeply enmeshed in a highly dangerous shadow world.

What if the biggest threat to your business right now is not moving too slowly? It is moving boldly in the wrong direction. Michael Hofer is a CFO, transformative executive, author, and advisor with 40 years in finance. He has led more than 30 mergers, acquisitions, and restructuring transactions worldwide, giving him a front-row seat to what happens when bold strategy works and when it turns into costly noise. He is the founder of the Thrive Network, where he connects business performance with human potential and health optimization. In this conversation, Larry Olsen sits down with Michael to talk about how leaders can tell whether their next move (AI, M&A, transformation) is creating value or just creating expensive complexity.   ABOUT MICHAEL HOFER Michael Hofer is a CFO, transformative executive, author, and advisor originally from Austria, now based in Denver, Colorado. With 40 years in finance and 30+ mergers, acquisitions, and restructuring transactions worldwide, he brings a rare combination of strategic finance depth and human optimization philosophy. He is currently CFO of a major energy company, MIT-certified in artificial intelligence, and the founder of the Thrive Network. His work spans thriving with diabetes, thriving in business, and thriving in life.   ABOUT LARRY OLSEN Larry Olsen is a Two-Time Vistage Speaker of the Year and Fortune 50/500 Executive Performance Advisor with 40+ years of client work at Toyota, PepsiCo, Starbucks, Harley-Davidson, Honda, American Airlines, State Farm, Frito Lay, Lexus, and Tropicana. He is the author of Get a Vision and Live It! and the founder of Performance Driven Neurology.   IF THIS LANDED FOR YOU The next step is Larry's Brain Hacks Intensive. It is a guided practice that walks you through the foundational mindset shifts Larry teaches Fortune 500 executives. Brain Hacks Intensive: https://neuromindedcollective.com/brain-hacks-challenge   FOR EXECUTIVE LEADERS If you want to find out which patterns are currently running your leadership, take Larry's free 5% Leadership Assessment. Less than 5 percent of leaders operate from the patterns it measures. 5% Leadership Assessment: https://tally.so/r/kde74r   CONNECT WITH LARRY Website: larryolsen.com LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/larry-r-olsen   CONNECT WITH MICHAEL HOFER Website: bymichaelhofer.com   SUBSCRIBE FOR MORE New episodes of the Brain Vault Podcast publish every other Wednesday.   Yours in growth, Larry  

Recorded on a hot day in the theatre Cait interviews Perry (as the Chief Whip), Ian Wainwright (Director) and Alexa Adam (Production Manager). Whipping it Up is a quick-witted political satire set in the Whips' office at Westminster, Whipping it Up is a play about the grubby wheeling and dealing that go on behind the scenes and off camera as the Whips employ any means at their disposal in order to get wavering MPs to vote the 'right' way.It's a week before Christmas in an alternative 2010, and the new Tory government is facing dissent over its latest Bill. With a majority of only three, the Whips' office is out in full force, and they'Il stop at nothing to keep the strays in line. Written in the twilight of the last Labour government, the play explores privilege, class and fears about what happens when the “old boys club” seize power.Whipping it Up by Steve Thompson.Directed by Ian Wainwright & Milly Gladstone.Tuesday 18 - Saturday  22 August 19:45 with afternoon matinee at 15:00 on Saturday 22 August. Putney Arts Theatre in the StudioCast:Alastair - Jim DixonTim - Will Hunter Chief Whip - Perry Kitchen Delia - Saffron Miller Guy - Graham White Maggie - Charlotte McCormackCrew:Co-Directors - Ian Wainwright & Milly GladstoneProduction Manager - Alexa AdamStage Manager - Deborah PaulStage Designer - Robyn DoyleLighting Designer - Hayden LeeCostume Designer - Alexa Adam_______________________________The Putney Theatre Company at The South West End! See us online – www.putneyartstheatre.org.uk/whatsonHost: Cait Hart-Dyke.Producer, podcast editor and sound design: Nick Wells. Music is 'At the Tropicana' by Chalalatas, license courtesy of Epidemic Sounds.Recorded at the Putney Arts Theatre.

What if the reason your business cannot scale is not your team, your strategy, or your market. It is you. Rajesh Nagjee is a business physicist. Over more than 30 years, he has worked with over 350 CEOs across 15 countries to solve what he calls the founder bottleneck. That moment when a company is ready to scale but still depends on the founder for decisions, clarity, and stability. He is also the creator of CEO Freedom OS, a leadership architecture designed to help CEOs scale without losing control. In this conversation, Larry Olsen sits down with Rajesh to talk about how the very person who built the company becomes the one holding it back. Not because they are not capable, but because the way they think, decide, and operate has not evolved at the same speed as the business itself. What you'll hear: • Why Rajesh believes recognition produces a fixed way of being (and how it locks founders into identity traps) • The 1989 breakdown that reshaped Rajesh's entire methodology • The observer effect in quantum physics applied to founder-run businesses • The five default states of survival that keep leaders stuck (cynical, skeptical, resigned, cocky, arrogant) • The two intersections: where whining lives, and where possibilities live • Rajesh's father's line that shaped his life: the moment you decide, you will succeed • What Rajesh learned from meeting Mother Teresa about ruthless compassion ABOUT RAJESH NAGJEE Rajesh Nagjee is a CEO mentor and self-described business physicist with over 30 years of experience and work with more than 350 CEOs across 15 countries. He is the creator of CEO Freedom OS, a leadership architecture designed to help CEOs scale without losing control. His methodology was forged through personal breakdown in 1989 and refined over decades of working with founders and leaders. Based in Dubai. ABOUT LARRY OLSEN Larry Olsen is a Two-Time Vistage Speaker of the Year and Fortune 50/500 Executive Performance Advisor with 40+ years of client work at Toyota, PepsiCo, Starbucks, Harley-Davidson, Honda, American Airlines, State Farm, Frito Lay, Lexus, and Tropicana. He is the author of Get a Vision and Live It! and the founder of Performance Driven Neurology. IF THIS LANDED FOR YOU The next step is Larry's Brain Hacks Intensive. It is a guided practice that walks you through the foundational mindset shifts Larry teaches Fortune 500 executives. Brain Hacks Intensive: https://neuromindedcollective.com/brain-hacks-challenge FOR EXECUTIVE LEADERS AND FOUNDERS If you want to find out which patterns are currently running your leadership, take Larry's free 5% Leadership Assessment. Less than 5 percent of leaders operate from the patterns it measures. 5% Leadership Assessment: https://tally.so/r/kde74r CONNECT WITH LARRY Website: larryolsen.com LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/larry-r-olsen CONNECT WITH RAJESH NAGJEE LinkedIn: Rajesh Nagjee (posts regularly) Website: RajeshNagjee.com Email: Rajesh@RajeshNagjee.com SUBSCRIBE FOR MORE New episodes of the Brain Vault Podcast publish every other Wednesday. Yours in growth, Larry

Envíanos tus comentarios por Fan Mail.Durante el decenio de 1940, todavía en su apogeo la llamada Era del Swing , comenzó en la música cubana el formato de los cuartetos vocales. Acerca del surgimiento de uno de ellos, que se reunió a futuras estrellas del canto en la Isla, trata el episodio de esta vez.Fue en 1952 cuando cinco mujeres decidieron unir sus ejecutorias en la música. Aida Diestro era pianista repertorista. Se graduó como profesora de piano y trabajó en la emisora ​​radial Mil Diez conformando el repertorio de muchos intérpretes. Un cuarteto formado por el pianista y compositor Orlando de la Rosa, contó con las voces de Omara Portuondo y Elena Burke. Omara y su hermana Haydée Portuondo habían formado el dúo Las Tailumitas. Después, la carrera de Omara transcurrió por el cuerpo de baile del cabaret Tropicana y los cuartetos de Facundo Rivero y Orlando de la Rosa. Elena debutó en un programa radial para aficionados y desde entonces, fue contratada por varias emisoras, trabajó en el Zombie Club y en el cabaret Sans Souci e integró el cuerpo grabado de baile de Las Mulatas de Fuego. Y Moraima Secada era cantante de la Orquesta femenina Anacaona, con la cual viajó a Venezuela, Haití y la República Dominicana. Este episodio describe cómo se reunieron todas ellas para crear el hoy legendario Cuarteto D'Aida.En el acostumbrado Calendario Musical de Cuba, los recuerdos de Paulina Álvarez, Pepe Reyes y la grabación del disco Ana Margarita canta a Oréfiche .  . Fuentes y archivos:Diccionario de mujeres notables en la música cubana , de Alicia Valdés Cantero, la Enciclopedia Discográfica de la música cubana , de Cristóbal Díaz Ayala y ediciones de las revistas Show y Bohemia, publicadas en La Habana entre 1950 y 1956,Haz clic en el enlace de abajo para enviarnos tus comentarios o anécdotas a través de nuestro Fan Mail.

Save big on Vegas with Las Vegas Advisor — get 10% off a membership with code MTM (new members, affiliate): lasvegasadvisor.com Cashless gaming is spreading, with Station Casinos now testing tap to pay Apple Pay right at the machines at Durango after rolling it out to its taverns, and we debate whether removing every barrier between you and your bank account goes too far. There is also real progress on the Tropicana traffic mess coming out of the airport, with a new cheaper flyover bridge proposal that county leaders say they can actually pay for. F1 finally settled its class action over the canceled first night practice for just over $3 million, though refunding everyone up front would have been the easy fix. Plus Slotapalooza took over Circa, the Neon City Festival is confirmed to return for F1 weekend, Casino Royale already bumped its $3.99 hot dog to $4.99, Primm is reopening with no resort fees, and Fontainebleau looks to be reworking its high limit slot room. Our favorite singing street performer also narrated a guy busting his knee messing with him, which you have to hear. Let us know in the comments if tap to gamble at the slots is a step too far. Episode Guide: 0:00 The Lombardo Traffic Stop & Slotapalooza 1:59 Neon City Festival Returns for F1 2:50 F1's $3 Million Class Action Settlement 4:41 The New Tropicana Airport Flyover 6:28 Casino Royale's $4.99 Hot Dog 7:42 The Singing Street Performer Strikes Again 9:15 Primm Reopens With No Resort Fees 11:11 Tap-to-Play Cashless Gaming Spreads 14:49 Fontainebleau Reworks Its High Limit Room 17:15 Final Thoughts Want more MTM Vegas? Get our exclusive weekly aftershow and join the community.

In this episode, Dr. Baron sits down with Naomi Nachman, a well-known kosher food personality, author, and travel connoisseur, to discuss her personal experience with pregnancy loss from years ago. She shares the story of her second pregnancy, only to discover at a routine five-month checkup that her baby no longer had a heartbeat. This conversation explores the intersection of faith and medical trauma, highlighting Naomi's deep-rooted bitachon (faith) that continues to carry her through life-changing moments. Naomi Nachman reflects on one of the most painful chapters of her journey: continuing to carry her pregnancy after learning she had lost her baby. She shares how leaning on her faith helped her move through everyday interactions with strength, and how it became a source of peace during an unimaginably difficult time. If you are carrying a heavy grief from many years ago or navigating the intersection of faith and medical trauma, this episode is for you.   About Naomi Nachman: Born and raised in Sydney, Australia, Naomi Nachman moved to New York 34 years ago. After earning her teaching degree from Touro College, she spent many years teaching in both classroom and informal Jewish education settings. Over the years, Naomi has built a strong personal brand across social media, with an active presence on Instagram, Facebook, and WhatsApp Status. She is widely recognized as a leading kosher food media influencer and has partnered with numerous brands, including Kosher.com, Gefen, Tuscanini, Tropicana, Breakstone's, Ore-Ida, Gourmet Glatt, Manischewitz, Maxwell House, Empire Poultry, Tnuva Dairy, and Prime Nosh. In addition to her passion for food, Naomi has expanded her brand into travel content. She has visited 58 countries and 48 U.S. states, partnering with companies and destinations such as Grand Hyatt Baha Mar in the Bahamas, Gaya Tours in Iceland, Lebor Tours and Mundo Tours in South America, the Inbal Hotel in Israel, and the Ritz-Carlton Bahrain. Naomi has also led four tours to Israel. In recent years, Naomi has traveled extensively both personally and professionally, working on Birthright trips, Pesach programs, and summer travel experiences. Alongside her frequent visits to Israel to spend time with her grandchildren, she has explored Asia, Europe, Africa, Central and South America, and Australia. Naomi and her husband have visited 48 states and hope to complete the remaining two states this year. Naomi currently serves as Chief Marketing Officer for Kosher River Boat Cruises and will also be leading cooking demonstrations on the company's 2026 sailings through Europe, Japan, and Antarctica. Naomi is the host of the cooking show Sunny Side Up on the Kosher.com network. She also writes a monthly food and travel column for Mishpacha Magazine titled Off the Eaten Track and has been a contributing editor for The Jewish Home newspaper for the past 15 years, where she shares weekly recipes with readers across the country. She has appeared as a guest host on QVC and made guest appearances on CBS (New York and Washington), NBC Morning News, Fox 5 New York, and the Hallmark Channel. Naomi has also been quoted in Forbes Magazine and The Wall Street Journal regarding Jewish food trends. In 2017, Naomi published her debut cookbook, Perfect for Pesach, with Artscroll Publications, followed by her second cookbook, Perfect Flavors, in 2018. Together, her cookbooks have sold more than 28,000 copies. Naomi is frequently invited to lead cooking demonstrations, book signings, and Kosher Chopped-style cooking competitions around the world, where she shares her enthusiasm and passion for food. This past Pesach, Naomi worked with Leisure Time Tours at the Phoenix program, where she directed the culinary arts program for guests by leading cooking demonstrations, producing chopped competitions, and overseeing social media marketing. Naomi's motto in life is: "See the world, one bite at a time." Instagram‍ ‍  Perfect Flavors (Cookbook by Naomi Nachman)  Website Belonging Is Our Work Help us reach 300k in our annual campaign (7/15 - 7/21)  Click Here to Donate now   Connect with us: Website‍ ‍Instagram - send us a message YouTube‍ ‍Facebook‍ ‍TikTok‍ ‍LinkedIn‍ ‍      

On The Brian Crombie Hour, Brian explores the fascinating science behind human behaviour, decision-making, and the stories that shape who we become.Brian is joined by Paul Larsch, author of The Divided Brain: Understanding Human Behavior in Branding and Business, for a thought-provoking conversation about psychology, neuroscience, marketing, leadership, and why humans often make decisions in ways we don't fully understand.Paul introduces his concept of the “divided brain”—the ongoing interaction between our emotional, intuitive “old brain” and our logical, analytical “new brain.” Drawing on behavioural economics, neuroscience, and decades of marketing experience, he explains why emotions often drive our choices first, while our rational minds create explanations afterward.The conversation explores how these insights apply to business, politics, leadership, and everyday life. Brian and Paul discuss why familiarity builds trust, how cognitive biases influence decisions, and why organizations that understand human psychology often succeed where those relying only on data and logic fall short.Paul shares examples from the worlds of branding, business, radio, and marketing—including lessons from companies such as Amazon and the famous Tropicana packaging mistake—to demonstrate how understanding human behaviour can shape stronger brands and better leadership.In his closing commentary, Brian reflects on a powerful idea: behind every behaviour is a biography.He explores why people can be quick to judge others without understanding the experiences, relationships, struggles, and successes that shaped them. Anxiety, defensiveness, withdrawal, compassion, and confidence often have stories behind them that remain invisible to the outside world.Brian argues that greater curiosity about someone's journey can transform judgment into empathy, and conflict into understanding.A meaningful conversation about the psychology of decision-making—and a reminder that becoming better leaders, partners, and citizens begins with understanding human nature and the lives behind the behaviours we see.

Send us Fan MailHello, passionate cruisers! This is Paul. I am delighted to welcome this week on The Joy of Cruising Podcast, Comedian Jeff Nease. Listeners know that in addition to my passion for cruising, I am passionate about music and stand-up comedy. Accordingly, on The Joy of Cruising Podcast I love hosting performers from cruise ships, and Jeff has headlined on virtually every major cruise line, so I am excited to have a conversation with him. ‘Hilarious!' (Entertainment Today Magazine), “A high energy performer able to generate BIG laughs!” (Las Vegas Review Journal) and The Detroit Free Press simply declares “Jeff Nease makes us laugh!”. Observational, Conversational and often, Standing Ovational, Jeff Nease is there whenever ‘You Need Funny!' Jeff began his career in 1987. The performing ‘bug' bit while studying film and theater at the University of Toledo. Propelled by his love of the comedy albums of George Carlin, Steve Martin, Bill Cosby and Bob Newhart, it wasn't long before he found himself stepping on the stage of the local comedy venue ‘The Toledo Comedy Club'. He began to hone his craft anywhere he could find an audience: nightclubs, rock bars, colleges and lounges in and around his hometown in Northwest Ohio and Detroit, Michigan. Jeff applied his theater training as a founding member of the improvisational group ‘The Improvables'. This experience helped form the spontaneous element his show is known for. Jeff soon began touring comedy clubs and theaters in both the United States and Canada. New York to L.A., Vancouver to Nova Scotia. He became a finalist in the National Lampoon Laugh-Off, was seen on Television (A&E, PBS and Comedy Central) and opened up concerts for musical icons The Temptations and jazz great Najee.  He also opened up for comedy stars Jim Carrey, Tim Allen and Ellen DeGeneres. Jeff also ventured out to sea. Today Jeff is currently one of the most sought-after comedians for the world's most popular cruise lines such as Royal Caribbean. He has performed around the world on vessels for Azamara, Celebrity Cruises, Cunard, Crystal Cruises, Holland America, Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruise Line, Regent Cruise Line, among others.  Las Vegas became home for 14 years. Jeff performed at such iconic venues as The Riviera, MGM Grand, Tropicana, the Stardust, Rio and more. In addition to his nightclub work, Jeff performed for many of the various conventions and special events such as NAB (National Association of Broadcasters), COMDEX and CES (The Consumer Electronics Show). His corporate clients include Allstate, Taco Bell, The Royal Bank of Canada, USANA and Cannon. He is exceptionally proud to be accepted on the roster of performers for the USO. Today Jeff tours continually around the world. His greatest pride come from his three sons Jeffrey Jr., Patrick and Theodore.Do you have a dream car? Support the showSupport thejoyofcruisingpodcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/2113608/supporters/newSupport Me https://www.buymeacoffee.com/drpaulthContact Me https://www.thejoyofcruising.net/contact-me.htmlBook Cruises http://www.thejoyofvacation.com/US Orders (coupon code joyofcruisingpodcast)The Joy of Cruising https://bit.ly/TheJoyOfCruisingCruising Interrupted https://bit.ly/CruisingInterruptedThe Joy of Cruising Again https://bit.ly/TheJoyOfCruisingAgainIntl Orders via Amazon

What if the body you're living in right now is already sending you signals you've been trained to ignore? Dr. Sofia Din is a board-certified MD and anti-aging specialist who spent decades watching what happens when those signals go unanswered. Today she's doing something about it. In this episode, she breaks down the hormonal shifts most people never hear about, why aging is now being treated as a disease you can actually do something about, and why your skin and your brain have been soul mates since the very first cell of your life. Larry brings his own story into this one, sharing what taking ownership of his health at 78 has looked like and what he's discovered along the way. Together they dig into what it really means to age with agency. Once again, science meets success in The Brain Vault Podcast. ABOUT DR. SOFIA DIN Dr. Sofia Din is a board certified MD with over 25 years of clinical experience and decades in geriatrics and hospital care. She completed her medical training twice, once in Pakistan and again in the United States. Her practice sits at the intersection of longevity, aesthetics, health span, lifespan, and what she calls beauty span. She is the author of Do We Really Need Botox?, the host of the Bathroom Diaries podcast, and publishes on Substack under Dr. Sofia Din. Her physical practice is in Westchester, New York. ABOUT LARRY OLSEN Larry Olsen is a Two-Time Vistage Speaker of the Year and Fortune 50/500 Executive Performance Advisor with 40+ years of client work at Toyota, PepsiCo, Starbucks, Harley-Davidson, Honda, American Airlines, State Farm, Frito Lay, Lexus, and Tropicana. He is the author of Get a Vision and Live It! and the founder of Performance Driven Neurology. IF THIS LANDED FOR YOU The next step is Larry's Brain Hacks Intensive. It is a guided practice that walks you through the foundational mindset shifts Larry teaches Fortune 500 executives. Brain Hacks Intensive: https://neuromindedcollective.com/brain-hacks-challenge CONNECT WITH LARRY Website: larryolsen.com LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/larry-r-olsen SUBSCRIBE FOR MORE New episodes of the Brain Vault Podcast publish every other Wednesday. Yours in growth, Larry

La cancionera mexicana Avelina Landín con el trío 'Tamaulipeco', desde los estudios de la Radio Cadena Suaritos, nos recuerda el esplendor de La Habana como plaza artística donde numerosas figuras extranjeras conquistaron el éxito. Y de tierras aztecas también llegaron los charros con su vestuario típico, los mariachis y, por supuesto, aquel repertorio popularizado en cientos de películas. Tito Guízar, finalizando los años 30, fue el primero en poner de moda en las pantallas cinematográficas la figura del "charro cantor". Las antenas de la CMQ nos devuelven, en vivo y en directo, el arte de aquellos astros del cine de oro azteca. A continuación Jorge Negrete con el trío "Calaveras" y Pedro Infante con el mariachi "Vargas". Apoyo de la Orquesta CMQ bajo la conducción del maestro Enrique González Mánticci. Unos minutos más recordando a estos valiosos artistas que llegaron a La Habana en busca de reconocimiento y éxito. El Trío "Janitzio" se presentó en la Habana de marzo de 1945. Emisiones históricas de la Mil Diez. Graciela Pérez durante décadas identificó, junto a su hermano Machito, la sonoridad de los "Afrocubans". Sin dudas una de las bandas más progresivas del Nueva York de comienzos de los años 40. Bajo la guía musical de Mario Bauzá, sus formidables cualidades interpretativas, acompañadas de un notable desenfado escénico, le concedieron el éxito. Falleció en Nueva York, la ciudad de sus grandes éxitos, el 7 de abril de 2010, a los 95 años. Nos acercamos brevemente al álbum 'Con el permiso de Bola', producido por Warner Music de México en 2006 y protagonizado por Pancho Céspedes y Gonzalo Rubalcaba. Así celebramos el premio a la Excelencia Musical con que la Academia de los Latin Grammy ha distinguido la trayectoria artística de Pancho Céspedes. Merecido reconocimiento al maestro quien, a lo largo de su carrera, ha dejado huella en los escenarios del mundo en su doble condición de compositor e intérprete. Muchas felicidades le deseamos al maestro Pancho Céspedes. La era de los cuartetos vocales comenzó a cobrar fuerza en Cuba, a mediados de los años 40, de la mano de relevantes pianistas como Isolina Carrillo, Orlando de la Rosa, Facundo Rivero, y Bobby Collazo, entre otros. Para la década siguiente el auge de clubes y cabarets favoreció la aparición de otras formaciones dirigidas por otros pianistas como Mario Fernández Porta y Carlos Faxas. Sin embargo la más sobresaliente resultó ser el cuarteto organizado por Aida Diestro en 1952. Con una marcada presencia en esos espacios, así como en los directos de radio y televisión, el cuarteto D'Aida iluminó los escenarios con su espléndido empaste vocal y armónico en función de un selecto y variado repertorio. En las pistas de emblemáticos sitios de la noche habanera como "Tropicana" y "Sans Souci" desarrolló magníficas temporadas. En el 96 aniversario de su natalicio recordamos a Tata Güines. Auténtico orfebre del sabor, siempre reconoció el arte de los percusionistas que le antecedieron, entre ellos Carlos Patato Valdés a quien invariablemente señaló como el primero en haber utilizado dos tumbadoras con afinación. Tata, finalizando los años 50, ya era elemento a tener en cuenta en el ambiente de las descargas, los shows de radio y televisión, así como las numerosas producciones que, casi a diario, generaba una industria discografica independiente y en franco desarrollo. En este último apartado tuvieron absoluta importancia en su carrera las llamadas "descargas en miniatura" de Cachao López y el debut del Quinteto de Música Moderna con el pianista Frank Emilio Flynn a la cabeza. Tata Güines en la memoria.

What if the real threat of AI isn't that it replaces your job — but that it slowly replaces you? In this electrifying episode of The Brain Vault Podcast, Larry sits down with Derek Rydall — bestselling author, founder of the Whole New Human Movement, and host of the globally recognized Emergence podcast — for one of the most expansive conversations we've ever had about human potential, identity, and what we're really here to become. After a near-death experience shattered his understanding of success, Derek spent decades bridging ancient wisdom with modern neuroscience to answer one question: what makes us truly irreplaceable? In this episode, you'll hear: Why AI is the greatest existential crisis and the greatest evolutionary opportunity we've ever faced What the ancient Sanskrit meaning of "human" reveals about who you actually are How the Oracle of Delphi's "Know thyself" was never an affirmation — it was a warning Why your conditions don't determine your destiny, but your character does The race car driver principle that explains why you keep hitting the same walls Why knowledge is not power — and what to do with it instead This conversation isn't just about surviving the AI revolution. It's about finally becoming who you were always meant to be. Connect with Derek at derekrydall.com and grab his book A Whole New Human on Amazon. ABOUT DEREK RYDALL Derek Rydall is the bestselling author of A Whole New Human, The Abundance Project, and Emergence. He is the founder of the Whole New Human Movement and the host of the globally recognized Emergence podcast. Derek bridges ancient wisdom and modern science, drawing on decades of study in psychology, neuroscience, spirituality, and creativity. His work has been forged through profound personal transformation, not theory alone. ABOUT LARRY OLSEN Larry Olsen is a Two-Time Vistage Speaker of the Year and Fortune 50/500 Executive Performance Advisor with 40+ years of client work at Toyota, PepsiCo, Starbucks, Harley-Davidson, Honda, American Airlines, State Farm, Frito Lay, Lexus, and Tropicana. He is the author of Get a Vision and Live It! and the founder of Performance Driven Neurology. IF THIS LANDED FOR YOU The next step is Larry's Brain Hacks Intensive. It is a guided practice that walks you through the foundational mindset shifts Larry teaches Fortune 500 executives. Brain Hacks Intensive: https://neuromindedcollective.com/brain-hacks-challenge CONNECT WITH LARRY Website: larryolsen.com LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/larry-r-olsen CONNECT WITH DEREK RYDALL Website: DerekRydall.com YouTube: Legendary Life, Derek Rydall Podcast: Emergence Latest Book: A Whole New Human: 10 Ways We Must Evolve to Survive and Thrive in the AI Age SUBSCRIBE FOR MORE New episodes of the Brain Vault Podcast publish every other Wednesday. Yours in growth, Larry

Killatoft spillede på Tropicana scenen i Dream City søndag d. 28. juni. Lyt med når der tales om den ikke-institutionelle del af musikprogrammet på Roskilde Festival: folkets piratfester i DREAM CITY.

Los minutos iniciales de este Cubakústica los sazona con mucho arte, swing y mambo uno de nuestros más influyentes y olvidados cantantes. Orlando Guerra, quien pasó por los escenarios con el nombre artístico de "Cascarita", reinó en la radio en directo y en los numerosos discos editados por la etiqueta norteamericana RCA Víctor, justo en el centro de la década de los 40 del siglo XX. Alrededor de su original y carismático estilo orbitaron los delirios melódicos, armónicos y rítmicos del pianista matancero Dámaso Pérez Prado, al coincidir ambos en la nómina de la jazz band "Casino de la Playa". La banda sonora cubana de los años 40, gracias al genio de Cascarita. Unos minutos junto al saxofonista, arreglista y compositor Carlos Miyares. A la manera de este talentoso instrumentista el jazz AfroCubano más contemporáneo con la complicidad de Tony Rodríguez en piano; Rafael Paseiro en bajo; Rodney Barreto en drums y Adel González en las percusiones. Invitados especiales: Miguel Ángel "Wiwi" en piano y Alejandro Delgado en trompeta. Álbum "Toma 1", producción grabada en bloque y en una sola toma vió la luz en 2020. Oscarito Valdés, la histórica voz de "Irakere", da paso al tresero santiaguero Renecito Avich. El ayer y hoy de la música popular cubana. Seguidamente Pablo Milanés, el filinero mayor. Sin dudas uno de sus álbumes más luminosos es "Boleros en Tropicana" del 1992. Mucha nostalgia en su frondosa voz en función de algunas joyas del repertorio romántico cubano y latinoamericano. Siempre un gusto regresar a la era dorada de la radio independiente cubana de los años 50. Históricas sintonías que nos traen algo de aquellos formidables shows en directo. Nuestra eterna Celia Cruz -con la jazz band "Riverside"- despide el programa.

A pesar de los apagones, seguimos haciendo memoria. A 101 años de su natalicio y dos de su desaparición física, a continuación reproducimos la crónica que dedicamos a nuestra inigualable Juana Bacallao. El 23 de febrero de 2024 la falsa noticia de su muerte disparó las redes, anticipando sentidas notas de despedida y provocando disímiles reacciones, marcadas en su mayoría por la inmensa popularidad que, durante más de sesenta años, se ganó en los escenarios. Corrían los primeros años 50, cuando Neris Amelia Martínez Salazar desaparecía para dar paso a su alter ego. Desde entonces a Juana Bacallao le tocó imponer su talento, a pesar de los escollos del racismo y el clasismo. Cientos de tugurios, clubes y cabarets la vieron crecer hasta lograr refulgir en el estrellado cielo de una ciudad que jamás dormía. Irónicamente, una década después, recién instaurada la política cultural "revolucionaria", tuvo que sumar a sus viejas batallas la indiferencia y el desprecio institucionales. Su arte, denostado por "kitsch" y "decadente", resultaba contrario a la pureza ideológica de los nuevos cánones sociales impuestos por la élite. Negra, pobre y poco agraciada, Juana entonces tuvo que reforzar su coraza de sangre, sudor y lágrimas. Jamás le perdonaron ser la guerrera que fue, capaz de conquistar el reino de la noche sin permiso, sin necesidad de trámites burocráticos, cuños, o evaluaciones artísticas. La irreverencia de sus improvisaciones causaban rechazo y preocupación en ciertas esferas de la cultura oficial. Probablemente por eso, desde hace décadas, sus simpáticas anécdotas (ficcionadas o reales) resuenan en la memoria afectiva de su gente, protegiéndola de la tristeza como un resguardo. El 24 de febrero "Juana la cubana" partió a la luz. "Feita pero contenta", "pobre pero elegante", fueron algunos de los códigos con que pasó por la vida y los escenarios, o viceversa, pues para Juana la misma vida fue un escenario todo el tiempo. Sólo su corazón supo de los infinitos malabares del alma para, en tiempos bien difíciles, defender su derecho a ser la artista que fue. Resumió sin proponérselo, con su chispa y alegría inagotables, toda una época de libertad en las pistas del club y el cabaret, esas extensiones de su cuerpo breve e incansable, donde conquistó el aplauso y las carcajadas de un público que, ya se sabe, a veces es fiel y otras no tanto. La irrepetible Juana Bacallao en la memoria eterna de Cuba. Unos minutos al compás de los bien llamados "super danzones" del contrabajista, arreglista y compositor Israel "Cachao" López, nos permiten continuar nuestro recorrido semanal por el catálogo sonoro de Cuba. Un recuerdo para Roberto Espí, el trovador cienfueguero que falleció el 14 de mayo de 1999. Al frente del Conjunto Casino impuso la figura del cancionero en el marco del formato sonero, desarrollando además, en sus diferentes armazones vocales, las voces prima, segunda y tercera. Memorables sus duetos junto a Nelo Sosa, Alfredito Valdés, Roberto Faz y Orlando Vallejo. Había nacido en el Cienfuegos del 1913, el 26 de mayo. Y también en mayo, pero de 1995, exactamente el día 6, se despidió la voz de cristal del danzón: Barbarito Diez. Lo recordaremos como parte de "Los Gracianos" junto al tresero Issac Oviedo y Graciano Gómez. Otro de los buenos empeños del primer sello independiente cubano Panart reviviendo el mundo trovadoresco que, a comienzos de los años 30 del siglo XX, animó las noches del mítico café habanero 'Vista Alegre". En la despedida otro de los álbumes joyas que originó el rico movimiento discografico independiente cubano justo en la frontera de los años 50 a los primeros 60. La etiqueta "Tropicana" del productor radial Adolfo Seeman, produjo entonces el debut en los discos del Quinteto de Música Moderna: Frank Emilio al piano, Papito Hernández en contrabajo, Tata Güines en las tumbadoras, Gustavo Tamayo en güiro y Guillermo Barreto en pailas y drums.

Why do high-performing men lose their identity in midlife? After 35 years on the front lines of emergency medicine and over 170,000 patients treated, Dr. Kenneth Ro stepped back and named something he was seeing repeatedly. The men coming through his ER weren't just breaking down physically. They were losing their identity, their edge, and their sense of purpose. In this conversation, Larry Olsen sits down with Dr. Ro to talk about what happens when a man's identity gets fused to his profession, and what to do about it before it costs him his health, his relationships, or his career. What you'll hear: • The Triple Caretaker Effect and why most men get the order wrong • Why "midlife crisis" is the wrong frame and what Dr. Ro calls a midlife inflection point • The Stephen Covey line that most leaders have heard but very few apply: climbing the ladder against the wrong wall • Dr. Ro on why silence is a bigger health risk factor than blood pressure or cholesterol • What happens when I've attached who I am to what I do? ABOUT DR. KENNETH RO Dr. Kenneth Ro is a double board certified emergency physician with 35+ years on the front lines of emergency medicine and over 170,000 patients treated. He is the author of Prime: How to Win the Second Half of Life and the founder of the Reclaim Method, a framework helping high-performing men in midlife rebuild their health, clarity, and confidence. Dr. Ro practices in Cypress, Texas. ABOUT LARRY OLSEN Larry Olsen is a Two-Time Vistage Speaker of the Year and Fortune 50/500 Executive Performance Advisor with 40+ years of client work at Toyota, PepsiCo, Starbucks, Harley-Davidson, Honda, American Airlines, State Farm, Frito Lay, Lexus, and Tropicana. He is the author of Get a Vision and Live It! and the founder of Performance Driven Neurology. IF THIS LANDED FOR YOU The next step is Larry's Brain Hacks Intensive. It is a guided practice that walks you through the foundational mindset shifts Larry teaches Fortune 500 executives. Brain Hacks Intensive: https://neuromindedcollective.com/brain-hacks-challenge CONNECT WITH LARRY Website: larryolsen.com LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/larry-r-olsen CONNECT WITH DR. KENNETH RO Website: kennethromd.com Book: Prime: How to Win the Second Half of Life (Amazon, search Ken Ro MD) SUBSCRIBE FOR MORE New episodes of the Brain Vault Podcast publish every other Wednesday. Yours in growth, Larry

What if the only real limit is the story your brain keeps accepting? Kyle and Brent Pease — co-founders of the Kyle Pease Foundation and veteran Ironman competitors — have completed over 150 races together, including multiple Ironman events, with Kyle racing from his wheelchair. But this isn't a story about disability. It's about what becomes available when you decide to see possibility where others see a ceiling. In this episode, Kyle and Brent share how a single question — can people in wheelchairs do an Ironman? — launched a movement that helped over 170 athletes cross more than 1,300 finish lines in one year alone. If you want to lead at a higher level, perform with more grit, and discover what you're actually capable of, this conversation will rewire the way you see your own limits.   ABOUT LARRY OLSEN Larry Olsen is a Two-Time Vistage Speaker of the Year and Fortune 50/500 Executive Performance Advisor with 40+ years of client work at Toyota, PepsiCo, Starbucks, Harley-Davidson, Honda, American Airlines, State Farm, Frito Lay, Lexus, and Tropicana. He is the author of Get a Vision and Live It! and the founder of Performance Driven Neurology, the methodology combining cognitive psychology and neuroscience for C-suite leadership.   ABOUT KYLE AND BRENT PEASE Kyle and Brent Pease are brothers, co-founders of the Kyle Pease Foundation, and one of the most decorated inclusive endurance duos in the world. Kyle, who has cerebral palsy and has used a wheelchair for 41 years, is an Ironman finisher and the face of a 15-year movement that is redefining what inclusion looks like in endurance sports. Learn more about the Kyle Pease Foundation at kylepeasefoundation.org.   READY TO START YOUR OWN BRAIN HACKS PRACTICE? If something Kyle, Brent, or Larry said landed for you in this episode, the next step is the Brain Hacks Intensive. It is a guided practice that walks you through the foundational mindset shifts behind the Performance Driven Neurology methodology, the same shifts Larry teaches Fortune 500 executives and the same principles Kyle and Brent have lived out for 15 years. Brain Hacks Intensive: https://neuromindedcollective.com/brain-hacks-challenge   CONNECT WITH LARRY Website: larryolsen.com LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/larry-r-olsen CONNECT WITH KYLE AND BRENT Website: kylepeasefoundation.org

Recorded in a rather boomy Studio at the Putney Arts theatre, Cait interviews lead actors Lonje and Rob, and the co-directors Rob Wallis and Will Hunter.In Tom Stoppard's Rosencrantz And Guildenstern are Dead, two minor characters from Shakespeare's Hamlet suddenly find themselves at the centre of a story they do not understand and cannot seem to influence.Rosencrantz and Guildenstern pass the time flipping coins, trading riddles, and trying to figure out just what is going on with the Prince of Denmark. As they stumble in and out of Shakespeare's tragedy, they encounter the mysterious Player King and his troupe of Tragedians, actors who embrace blood, death, and rhetoric as all part of the show – which is to say, life. What begins as a comic rumination on chance and circumstance deepens into a haunting exploration of what it means to exist when your part is already written.Stoppard's play is a dazzling blend of existential comedy, verbal acrobatics, and theatrical playfulness that reframes Shakespeare's play from the wings.Cast :Rosencrantz - Lonje KalandaGuildenstern - Rob RyanThe Player - Eric PetrossianHamlet - Nathan ChatelierClaudius - Ian CookeGertrude - Julia BlythPolonius - Edward OgilvieOphelia - Anastasia BabichTragedians - Emma Buckley, Eve Newton, Finton McCluskey, Kelsey Norris, Nora Holman, Rebecca Fallon16-20 June, 2026 at 19:45 with matinee at 15:00 on SaturdayPutney Arts Theatre, Main Stage_______________________________The Putney Theatre Company at The South West End! See us online – www.putneyartstheatre.org.uk/whatsonHost: Cait Hart-Dyke.Producer, podcast editor and sound design: Nick Wells. Music is 'At the Tropicana' by Chalalatas, license courtesy of Epidemic Sounds.Recorded at the Putney Arts Theatre.

200 episodes. 31 countries. Hundreds of conversations with high-performing leaders, 200 episodes. 31 countries. Hundreds of conversations with high-performing leaders, executives, coaches, and entrepreneurs from around the globe. In this milestone episode of the Brain Vault Podcast, Larry Olsen sits down with his wife of 28 years and COO Diane Olsen to reflect on the journey, the biggest lessons learned, and the mindset shifts that create lasting transformation. Together, they unpack what it really takes to move from autopilot to intentional leadership, why presence and curiosity outperform fear-based habits, and how to lead yourself and others with greater clarity, confidence, and impact. If you're ready to stop reacting and start leading at a higher level, this episode is for you.   About Larry Larry Olsen is a Fortune 50/500 Executive Performance Advisor and creator of Performance Driven Neurology™, a methodology that combines neuroscience and cognitive psychology to help C-suite leaders think and perform at their highest level. A Two-Time Vistage Speaker of the Year, Larry has spent 40+ years working with leadership teams at Toyota, PepsiCo, Starbucks, Harley-Davidson, Honda, American Airlines, State Farm, Lexus, Tropicana, and other global organizations. The Brain Vault Podcast reaches listeners across 31 countries.   About Diane Diane Olsen is the COO of the organization and Larry's wife and business partner of 30 years. She has been involved with every Brain Vault Podcast episode since the beginning. This is the first time she has hosted the show.  

Retired Kansas City Police Intelligence Unit Detective Gary Jenkins sits down with returning guest Scott Deitch for a detailed exploration of one of the more understated yet influential figures in organized crime—Jerry Catena. Scott Deitch, known for his deep research and engaging storytelling, brings insight from his books Cigar City Mafia, Garden State Gangland, and his upcoming release Jersey Boss. The conversation moves from Tampa's mob history to the inner workings of the Genovese crime family, with a focus on Catena's calculated rise through the ranks.

Als je geen natuurlijke grenzen hebt, moet je je op cultureel vlak maar laten gelden. Dat moet Oost-Vlaanderen gedacht hebben. Hoe overtuig je die krachtpatsers om je heen, met hun grote havens, gemonopoliseerde kustlijn en hoofdstedelijke allure? Hoe overtuig je hen dat jij er ook mag zijn? Weten ze wel dat jij een van de belangrijkste Belgische provincies bent? Jij hebt ook oude steden, toch? En wat dacht je van de wielerkoersen? Op heuvels zelfs, ja? Heuvels! Jij hebt toch ook Ardennen. En brouwerijen! Wie waren ze zonder jou? Niemand toch. Niemand. Vraag het maar aan de geschiedenis. En aan het heden. We lusten jullie rauw. Welkom in Oost-Vlaanderen.

Hier ver, ver vandaan, in de Luxemburgse bossen, voelt de Ronde van Vlaanderen ver weg. Net als de zware dreunen van Tomorrowland, de industriële littekens van Henegouwen en de casual vrijdagmiddagborrel op het Brusselse Place Lux. Hier heerst de rust. De stilte. De duisternis. Maar rustig en stil was het hier vorige eeuw allerminst - de Luxemburgse Ardennen waren de duisterste plek van West-Europa. De grond trilde van de Panzer-tanks, de vliegtuigen brulden het uit boven de Waalse bossen. De bomen zijn het nog niet vergeten. En nu? Nu kanoën we vrolijk over de Ourthe. Spelen we riddertje en prinsesje in kastelen. Drinken we een Orvalleke op het terras en proosten we op het goede leven. En waarom ook niet. Maar, beste bezoeker, eert uw geschiedenis. En het bier zal zoeter smaken.

Mike & Scott are back together for today's show to get your week started! A few weeks ago we did a trip report on Scott's Disney Wonder cruise out of San Diego and today we wrap it up with the Disneyland portion of the trip! We hear all about his 2 days at the Disneyland Resort, enjoying the 70th Anniversary celebration while staying at the Tropicana Inn & Suites! We hear about some great eats, fun on the attractions, tips on navigating the parks, and more! Also, we discuss fun things to do around San Diego if you get to sail out of this port with Disney Cruise Line as well! We hope you can continue the conversation with us this week in the Be Our Guest Podcast Clubhouse at www.beourguestpodcast.com/clubhouse! Thank you so much for your support of our podcast! Become a Patron of the show at www.Patreon.com/BeOurGuestPodcast.  Also, please follow the show on Twitter @BeOurGuestMike and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/beourguestpodcast.   Thanks to our friends at The Magic For Less Travel for sponsoring today's podcast!

“Geef Limburg maar aan België”, hoort menig Nederlander van boven de rivieren zichzelf graag zeggen aan de borreltafel. Nu, we hebben goed nieuws: België heeft al een Limburg met, mogen we dit zeggen, een stuk meer historische relevantie. En, mochten beide Limburgen binnenkort tegenover elkaar komen te staan, wie blinkt uit in wat? Wie viert het beste carnaval, wie heeft de mooiste gesloten mijnen, wie heeft de beste vlaaien? Oh en, hoe is de hustle in Hasselt? Wordt er nog een beetje geraced in Genk? Wat is de voertaal in de Voerstreek? We gaan er allemaal antwoord op krijgen. Meld je hier aan voor het Europa Festival op 9 mei in BlueCity Rotterdam, het oude Tropicana.

JP Donahue started his professional life with a law degree from St. John's University and a big job at a big firm in New York City. He quit one year in to write movies and television scripts. People thought he was nuts, but that choice began a 15-year run as a screenwriter in Los Angeles. He's authored over 25 original, for-hire, and uncredited rewrites for film and television at companies like Warner Bros., Dreamworks, CBS and NBC. He left Hollywood for cannabis in 2009, and after a decade in cultivation, he co-founded, Tropicana Dispensary, created the brand, and grew it into a $20M Superbrand in 18 months. His bold branding broke the mold and still influences cannabis branding today. In 2021, he exited Tropicana and moved to Costa Rica where he currently resides and operates, The Stoned Ape.

Nick wraps up the show recapping how transplant fans in Tampa, trying to get a new stadium for the Rays, and a sighting that had both the Cubs & Rays broadcasts laughing during the middle of the game.

She built one of the first podcasts in the world.She turned down the CEO job after twenty years.And she wants you to ask yourself one question: if not now, when?In this episode of Truth Works, Jessica Neal and co-host Peter Clarke sit down with Debbie Millman, the founder and host of Design Matters, the longest-running design podcast in the world, now in its twentieth year. Over two decades, Debbie has interviewed more than 700 of the world's most creative people, written eight books, and shaped some of the biggest consumer brands on the planet, including Burger King, Häagen-Dazs, Star Wars, Tropicana and the No More campaign. She co-founded the world's first Masters in Branding program at the School of Visual Arts, is President Emeritus of AIGA, and in 2024 was named an Executive Fellow at Harvard Business School.This conversation goes way deeper than the résumé. Debbie talks about failing as an artist, writer, and designer before stumbling into branding by accident. She explains why she turned down the CEO offer at Sterling Brands. She shares what hundreds of interviews have taught her about confidence, insecurity, and reinvention. And she gets refreshingly clear-eyed about AI, and what it is quietly doing to the next generation's brains.TOPICS COVEREDFailing as an artist, writer and designer before finding brandingBecoming the rainmaker at Interbrand and Sterling BrandsWhy she turned down the CEO offer after four months of deliberationHow Design Matters began in 2005 as a paid internet radio showWhat hundreds of interviews taught her about insecurity and legacyCareer advice for creatives and knowing your value propositionMarrying Roxane Gay and acquiring The Rumpus togetherWriting Love Letter to a GardenWhy AI should have a drinking ageThe one question she now asks herself every day: if not now, when?What makes this episode hit differently is not the résumé. It is the reminder that even the most accomplished people on the planet built their lives the same way the rest of us have to, one brave decision at a time, often with no clue what was coming next. Debbie's story is proof that reinvention is always available, that confidence is built and never gifted, and that the best chapters of a life can absolutely come after sixty. If you take one thing from this conversation, let it be her question. Whatever you have been waiting to start, finish, or finally claim as yours, ask yourself honestly: if not now, when?

The Rays made some changes to Tropicana field and we are breaking them all down!

Nick takes some calls on the Coach Hartline situation & he also discuss being back at Tropicana for the first time since 2024. The Trop seemed to have more light showing, brining some mystique to the ballpark on its Grand Re-Opening

In this episode, the crew welcomes back entrepreneur and blackjack expert John Cerasani, who is joined for the first time by his daughter, Anastasia Cerasani. The conversation centers on their unique dynamic as a father-daughter duo navigating the world of high-stakes gambling and social media content creation. Anastasia shares her experience of quickly gaining a following and finding her own identity as a female creator in the male-dominated gambling space.The episode delves into the lifestyle of high-limit gamblers in Las Vegas, comparing the atmospheres of iconic casinos like the Wynn and Red Rock. Throughout the interview, John and Anastasia highlight the benefits of being an entrepreneur and the freedom it provides to travel and experience life on their own terms.CHAPTERS:00:00:00 Meet the Cerasanis: Father and Daughter Social Media Duo 00:01:12 Watching My Dad Go Viral: The Rise of John Cerasani 00:02:09 Why Female Creators Are Dominating the Gambling Space 00:03:10 Beyond Blackjack: Building a Personal Brand Identity 00:03:54 Transitioning from Gambling to Luxury Lifestyle Content 00:05:11 Moving from Miami to Chicago: The Ultimate Culture Shock 00:06:27 Is Summerlin the Beverly Hills of Las Vegas? 00:07:16 Meeting Kyle from Nelk (Full Send) at Red Rock Casino 00:08:46 Why "OG" Street Cred Matters in the Podcast World 00:09:40 Meeting Bears Legend Jim McMahon on a Yacht in Cabo 00:11:21 The Brutal Truth About Being an 80s NFL Quarterback 00:11:42 Tom Brady and Alex Earle: The Internet's Weirdest Rumor 00:13:30 NFL Betting Strategy: Why I Always Fade the Public 00:14:31 Collabing with Family: Dealing with Instagram Jail 00:16:20 The Truth About TikTok Content Moderation Policies 00:16:56 Working with Bob Menery and the Full Send Dynamic 00:18:46 Are We Actually "Degenerate Gamblers"? 00:19:53 Entrepreneurship vs. High Stakes Gambling Content 00:20:17 Hanging with "Urkel": Jaleel White's Hollywood Advice 00:21:44 Getting Recognized at the Casino: The Reality of Fame 00:24:16 Dealing with Toxic Comments on YouTube and Instagram 00:26:16 My Biggest Blackjack Hand Ever: Winning $1,250 00:27:55 Why We Show Real Losses (and Why Haters Think It's Scripted) 00:28:37 Why Female Influencers Should Never Respond to Trolls 00:29:26 Why Joe Rogan and Dana White Stay Out of the Comments 00:33:12 Managing Creepy DMs and Viral Outrage 00:34:19 The "Girlfriend or Daughter?" Confusion on Social Media 00:35:51 The Stress of High-Pressure Live Radio Interviews 00:37:18 Meeting Michael Jordan and Tyson: The Ultimate Bucket List 00:38:26 Where Celebrities Actually Gamble in Las Vegas 00:39:34 The Wynn vs. The Rio: Why Luxury Service Matters 00:42:09 Zero Bond: How to Get Into the Wynn's Most Exclusive Club 00:43:03 Why the Poodle Room at Fontainebleau Isn't Hitting 00:43:54 Delilah Las Vegas vs. West Hollywood: Which is Better? 00:45:17 The Future of the Tropicana and Bally's Las Vegas 00:45:55 How Las Vegas Became a Major Professional Sports City 00:46:41 The Chicago Bears Stadium Controversy and Tax Credits 00:49:15 Politicking for the NFL: My Viral Bears Stadium Joke 00:49:54 Holdouts: The Hotel That Refused to Sell to MGM 00:51:08 Walkable Vegas? The Problem with Allegiant Stadium Access 00:51:52 Supporting Bobby Kahn: Make Vegas Vegas Again 00:55:31 Old Vegas Nostalgia: Ghostbar, Rehab, and $300 Bottles 00:56:26 The Truth About the New Hard Rock (Seminole) Las Vegas 00:57:54 My First Club Experience: In the Booth with John Summit 00:59:57 Recycled Content: Why Vegas Nightlife Needs a Refresh 01:00:34 How a Pilot's DM Led to a Meeting with John Summit 01:02:33 Papi Steak Las Vegas vs. Miami: The $1,000 Briefcase 01:04:11 Influencer Advice: Get Out of Your Comfort Zone 01:08:36 Camilla Araujo and the Secret to Viral Content Hooks 01:10:36 Why You Should Delete "Shitty" Content Immediately 01:12:50 Movie Roles with De Niro and Al Pacino? What's Next

Retired Intelligence Detective Gary Jenkins brings you the best in mob history through his unique perspective on the mafia. In this episode of Gangland Wire, Gary Jenkins welcomes an unusual guest from the world of organized crime storytelling—cartoonist Brett Juliano, creator of the Dust Bunny Mafia comic series. Instead of traditional books or documentaries, Brett tells real Mafia stories through short, three-panel comics featuring his unique cartoon characters while staying grounded in historical research and documented sources. Brett explains how his lifelong interest in animation and storytelling evolved into a project that blends true crime history with visual humor and commentary. After moving to Chicago, he became fascinated with the city's underworld history and began transforming real mob stories into illustrated comic strips that challenge Hollywood myths and highlight lesser-known facts about organized crime. His work draws on true crime books, FBI files, court transcripts, and podcasts, including Gangland Wire itself. Each comic strip distills a real historical moment into a visual gag or ironic twist that reveals the strange reality behind mob legends. Gary and Brett discuss several Dust Bunny Mafia comics and the real events behind them: The “Sicilian Flu” Courtroom Act A humorous look at a tactic sometimes used by mob figures: appearing frail in court to gain sympathy or delay proceedings. Wiseguys who were partying the night before might suddenly appear in a wheelchair, wrapped in blankets or hooked to oxygen tanks when they walked into court. Lucky Luciano and the Myth of “Lucky” Brett examines the legendary story that Charles “Lucky” Luciano got his nickname after surviving a brutal kidnapping and beating. His comic plays with the idea that mobsters often exaggerated their own legends—especially when trying to impress people. The Kansas City Mob Search – Carl “Tuffy” DeLuna One comic comes directly from Gary Jenkins' own experience investigating the Kansas City mob. When police searched DeLuna's home in 1979, the mobster calmly offered coffee and eventually led investigators straight to the basement, where incriminating notes were stored. The scene shows how, sometimes, the truth of organized crime investigations is stranger than fiction. Bugsy Siegel in Rainy Portland Another comic explores the obscure story of Bugsy Siegel visiting Portland to meet local crime boss Al Winters, only to endure two straight weeks of rain—highlighting the contrast between Hollywood-style mob glamour and the less glamorous reality of underworld negotiations. A New Graphic Anthology on Kickstarter Brett is now launching a major new collection of his comics titled: “Family Business: An Offer You Can't Refuse.” The book will include: 130+ pages of full-color comics More than 230 true crime strips Historical commentary explaining the real story behind each comic Additional artwork parodying mob businesses and underworld culture The project will be funded through a Kickstarter campaign beginning March 24, with the finished book expected to ship later in the year once printing is completed. Click here for

Save 10% on a Las Vegas Advisor 2026 membership and book with code MTM.   https://www.lasvegasadvisor.com/shop/products/lva-membership-platinum/?ref=MTM Episode Description Vegas is full of surprises this week — some good, some expensive, and one that should probably be illegal. Shawn and Mark break down Metallica's insane Sphere residency fees, a $5 top shelf cocktail deal at M Resort (yes, Blanton's), ice cream that looks like fried chicken at Area 15, a beautiful Fontainebleau suite tour, a 90s video store pop-up coming to Vegas, and a slot machine screenshot that exposes an 83.96% payback setting. Plus — a wild conspiracy theory about Bally's, Boyd, and the old Tropicana site that just might be true. 0:00 Best Vegas street performer? 0:47 The real Rambo lived in Vegas area 1:55 Metallica's high prices & additional shows 3:31 More shows = easier tickets @ Sphere? 4:30 303 In the Cut - Clever social media attempt 5:23 Ice Cream fried chicken & psychodelic carousel at Area 15 6:38 Four Queens Hugo Cellar social media menu 7:40 M Resort launches $5 top shelf cocktails 9:35 Fontainebleau Noble Suite tour 11:38 90's video store speakeasy coming soon 13:17 INSANELY low slot return to player 14:45 Should casino return to player settings be disclosed to players? 16:05 Bally's buys Sam's Town Shreveport 17:10 Bally's Vegas conspiracy - Dumping the A's site? 18:20 Boyd has tried to build on the Strip before Each week tens of thousands of people tune into our MtM Vegas news shows at http://www.YouTube.com/milestomemories. We do two news shows weekly on YouTube with this being the audio version. Never miss out on the latest happenings in and around Las Vegas! Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.  You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify or by searching "MtM Vegas" or "Miles to Memories" in your favorite podcast app. Don't forget to check out our travel/miles/points podcast as well!

Could Relegation Work in Baseball?If MLB adopted a promotion and relegation system like European soccerEliminates tanking$12 billion input into the leagueKeeps fans engaged all seasonExpands opportunities for new marketsChallenges include financial structure and the difficulty of transitionThe Pitch Clock and Modern Game ChangesRothschild discusses how the pitch clock has improved pace Pitch clock has changed the rhythm of the gameWhile fans seem to enjoy faster gamestraditional tempo and strategic breathing room for players have diminishedBob Gibson used to pitch 1.5 hour games  Stopping The Shift -We have legislated things in baseball, that we have causedMaury Wills did not need these rulesChanging Incentives in BaseballModern analytics have shifted player priorities.Skills like bunting and base stealing declined because players were not financially rewarded for these skills. Players will develop the skills that they are paid forMental Performance in the GamePitch Clock has put a rush & stress in the game with hitters & pitchersThe importance of mental coaching, visualization, and repeatable mechanics, Rothschild brought Harvey Dorfman as a mental coach for the Rays organizationSo much information across MLB gives wealth of knowledge of competing teamsHitters get uncomfortable with the unknownABS and the Future of UmpiringAutomated Ball-Strike technology may remove some personality from the gameLarry shares stories of Umpires - "Your day will come & you have to earn it"Larry believes ABS is necessary in today's data-driven environmentHow many less manager ejections will there be with ABS Joe West & other umpire stories The Tropicana Roof Rings RulesRays Stadium and Tampa's FutureRothschild hopes the Rays remain in Tampa Tropicana Roof & what wind speeds are still safe to continue the game?Governor DeSantis has given 22 acres to the Rays for new stadiumLarry stresses  new stadium should honor local baseball legends like Al Lopez and Lou PiniellaLarry strongly recommends a visit to the Tampa Baseball Museum at the home of Al LopezImportance of Minor League BaseballReducing minor league teams risks losing baseball's deep connection to small-town America.An alternative: integrating college baseball more directly into the development system.Baseball's future depends on maintaining strong community connections & preserving the passion that has long defined the gameThanks for listening to BaseballBiz On Deck - www.baseballbizondeck.com You've been listening to Part 2 of the interview with Larry Rothschild, twice a coach with World Series  winning teams the Marlins and the Reds plus he was manager of the inaugural Tampa Bay Devil Rays Baseball Team, pitching coach for the Atlanta Braves, Florida Marlins, Chicago Cubs, Cincinnati Reds, New York Yankees, and San Diego Padres.  click here & Listen to Part 1 of the interview with LarryIf you enjoyed this show, go ahead like and subscribe to BaseballBiz On Deck.  You may also find BaseballBiz on Deck, on YouTube at iHeart Apple, Spotify, Amazon Music, and at baseballbizondeck.comYou can find Mat at matgermain.bsky

Cinco clásicos de la música popular cubana nos permitirán recordar el debut discográfico del Quinteto de Música Moderna hacía 1960 gracias al empeño del productor Adolfo Semana a través de su etiqueta "Tropicana". Frank Emilio al piano, Papito Hernández en contrabajo, Tata Güines en las tumbadoras, Gustavo Tamayo en güiro y Guillermo Barreto en pailas y drums, indistintamente. "No te importe saber", "Nuestra canción","De ti enamorado ", "La gloria eres tú " y "Rico melao". Compositores: René Touzet, Cesar Portillo de la Luz, Julio Gutierrez, José Antonio Méndez y Jorge Mazón. Seguidamente volvemos a las antológicas emisiones de la CMQ ya reubicados sus estudios en el novedoso emplazamiento de 23 y M en el Vedado habanero. En marzo de 1948 el Conjunto "Matamoros" con Siro Rodríguez, Rafael Cueto, Miguel Matamoros y un juvenil Carlos Embale, formó parte de los llamados "Bailables Aniversario". Programas con los que el importante emporio radiofónico, por esas fechas, celebraba su fundación. El feeling eterno de Elena Burke. El álbum "Elena en primera persona" registrado en 1995 por el sello EGREM, resultó ser una de sus últimas entregas discográficas. Agradecemos el empeño de nuestro entrañable Jorge Rodríguez, notable productor, por materializar ese proyecto y preservar el arte inmenso de nuestra Señora Sentimiento. Otras dos voces esenciales de la música popular cubana despiden el programa: Miguelito Cuní con un septeto típico de sones bajo la batuta del tresero Niño Rivera y la trompeta de "Florecita" Velasco protagonizó en 1960 el álbum "Sones de ayer", formidable edición de la etiqueta Gema de los hermanos Álvarez Guedes con algo de la obra del compositor Bienvenido Julián Gutiérrez. Le sigue Graciela Pérez. En el Nueva York de comienzos de los años 40, como parte de la delantera vocal de los Afrocubans de su hermano Machito, esta cubanísima intérprete hizo historia.

In episode 2003, Jack and Miles are joined by actor, writer, improvisor, and co-host of Drag Her and We Love Trash, Mano Agapian, to discuss… Rogan Now An Epstein Defender, No Sh*t Trump Is Afraid Of Being Booed At The Super Bowl, Minute Maid Puts An End To OJ Concentrate and more! Rogan Now An Epstein Defender Trump tells The Post he’s skipping the Super Bowl, slams halftime performers Bad Bunny and Green Day: ‘I’m anti-them’ Trump was told to skip the Super Bowl so he wasn’t booed mercilessly: report Trump gets boos, cheers as 1st president at NFL regular season game in 46 years Donald Trump’s New York Times Interview: Full Transcript After 80 Years, Minute Maid's Frozen Canned Juices Are Getting Put on Ice The Surprising Link Between World War II and Frozen Orange Juice Nostalgic shoppers react as Minute Maid discontinues iconic drink after 80 years Buy Some Stuff, Enslave Somebody 'Slave Labor' truly shocking The Reason Orange Juice Concentrate Fell Off The Face Of The Earth The Last Days of American Orange Juice LISTEN: Change (In the House of Flies) by The DeftonesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Send us a textWe learned that the International Fireworks Championship is coming to Las Vegas. And, they are trying to break a world record! The A's baseball stadium is moving along, now, an Experience Center has opened in Las Vegas too. There's a virtual cube that allows you to see points of view from every corner of the soon-to-be stadium. Morimoto Las Vegas at MGM Grand reopened after a refresh, we tell you what's new. Plus, the Laugh Factory is going to reopen on the strip. It used to be at the Tropicana... now it will be located at The Horseshoe. Nobu at Virgin Hotels started a Sunday Brunch. We also have celebrity sightings with a Vegas Twist!! VegasNearMe App If it's fun to do or see, it's on VegasNearMe. Support the showFollow us on Instagram: @vegas.revealedFollow us on Twitter: @vegasrevealedFollow us on TikTok: @vegas.revealedWebsite: Vegas-Revealed.com

We sit down with Debbie Millman, one of the most influential voices in design and brand thinking, to talk about what endures when trends fade and platforms shift. Learn more at https://justcreative.com/podcast Debbie is the host of Design Matters, the longest running podcast on design, launched in 2005. She is the co founder and chair of the Masters in Branding program at School of Visual Arts, and spent two decades at Sterling Brands leading work for global icons like Burger King and Tropicana. She is also the author of multiple books, including Why Design Matters and Brand Thinking. We go beyond surface level branding to unpack why personal branding can quietly trap creatives, how to define real brand DNA without freezing your identity, and how meaning is built honestly rather than manufactured theatrically. We also explore why big redesigns so often fail, how to separate non negotiable DNA from executional style, and the fastest way to create meaning without faking it. Along the way, Debbie shares what hundreds of interviews have taught her about creative careers, patience, and long term reputation. This conversation is for designers, strategists, founders, and creators who want their work to compound with integrity rather than perform for attention. And yes, we also touch on symbols, objects, and why the most powerful brands behave more like living systems than campaigns.

On this Live Greatly podcast episode, Kristel Bauer sits down with chef, TV personality ("Restaurant Impossible"), entrepreneur, author and founder of The Robert Irvine Foundation, Robert Irvine.  Kristel and Robert discuss philanthropy, resilience building tips as well as tips for entrepreneurs. Tune in now!  Key Takeaways From This Episode: A look into the Robert Irvine Foundation Tips for entrepreneurs How to navigate high-pressure and visible positions ABOUT ROBERT IRVINE Robert Irvine is a world-class chef and entrepreneur, and a tireless philanthropic supporter of our nation's military. The host of Food Network's hit show Restaurant: Impossible, he has given struggling restaurateurs a second chance to turn their lives and businesses around in over 300 episodes across 22 seasons. He would know a thing or two about running a successful business. In addition to his restaurants—Robert Irvine's Public House at the Tropicana in Las Vegas and Fresh Kitchen by Robert Irvine within the Pentagon—he is the owner of FitCrunch, whose protein bars, powders, and snacks are available nationwide; Robert Irvine Foods, which makes prepared, restaurant-quality dishes available in grocery stores; and the Lansdale, PA-based Boardroom Spirits, creators of handcrafted vodka, rum, whiskey, and more. Two new signature products—Irvine's Vodka and Irvine's American Dry Gin—are in the beginning stages of a nationwide rollout. A portion of the proceeds from all of Robert's endeavors benefit the Robert Irvine Foundation. Created in 2014, the foundation gives back to our servicemen and women and first responders. Funds raised help at-need veterans and first responders in a variety of ways: training service dogs, making mental health and wellness services available to veterans in need, providing mobility devices for the disabled, and much more. For his charitable work and service on numerous USO tours, Robert is the recipient of several civilian honors, including Honorary Chief Petty Officer of the United States Navy, and the Medal of Honor Society's Bob Hope Award. When not filming for television or working overseas with the USO, he can be found on tour with Robert Irvine LIVE, an unpredictable interactive cooking challenge done before a live audience in packed theaters. He is the distinguished author of four cookbooks, Mission: Cook, Impossible to Easy, Fit Fuel, and Family Table By Robert Irvine, plus the business leadership book, Overcoming Impossible: How to Lead, Build a Team, and Catapult Your Business to Success. Drawing on his vast experience both in building his own businesses and helping others fix theirs, it is the ultimate distillation of his business and leadership knowledge. Connect with Robert Irvine: Order Robert's book: https://a.co/d/6GGCaPn  Website: https://chefirvine.com/  Robert Irvine Foundation: https://www.robertirvinefoundation.org/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chefirvine  About the Host of the Live Greatly podcast, Kristel Bauer: Kristel Bauer is a corporate wellness and performance expert, keynote speaker and TEDx speaker supporting organizations and individuals on their journeys for more happiness and success. She is the author of Work-Life Tango: Finding Happiness, Harmony, and Peak Performance Wherever You Work (John Murray Business November 19, 2024). With Kristel's healthcare background, she provides data driven actionable strategies to leverage happiness and high-power habits to drive growth mindsets, peak performance, profitability, well-being and a culture of excellence. Kristel's keynotes provide insights to "Live Greatly" while promoting leadership development and team building.   Kristel is the creator and host of her global top self-improvement podcast, Live Greatly. She is a contributing writer for Entrepreneur, and she is an influencer in the business and wellness space having been recognized as a Top 10 Social Media Influencer of 2021 in Forbes. As an Integrative Medicine Fellow & Physician Assistant having practiced clinically in Integrative Psychiatry, Kristel has a unique perspective into attaining a mindset for more happiness and success. Kristel has presented to groups from the American Gas Association, Bank of America, bp, Commercial Metals Company, General Mills, Northwestern University, Santander Bank and many more. Kristel has been featured in Forbes, Forest & Bluff Magazine, Authority Magazine & Podcast Magazine and she has appeared on ABC 7 Chicago, WGN Daytime Chicago, Fox 4's WDAF-TV's Great Day KC, and Ticker News. 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Our very first merch line is here! Get it now at http://mtmvegas.shop Want more MTM Vegas? Check out our Patreon for access to our exclusive weekly aftershow! patreon.com/mtmvegas Want to work with us? Reach out! inquiries at mtmvegas dot com Episode Description This week Aria is involved in a lawsuit accusing them of overserving a customer. This customer "lived the Hangover" and ended up with $75K in debt and a felony charge, but is the casino the blame? In other #news the Raiders are really bad. We also discuss: the crazy history of Riata Casino, Station Casinos late night specials, 24/7 dining or the lack of it, an incredible piece of Tropicana history and why Caesars Octavius Tower suites aren't our top recommendation. Episode Guide 0:00 Raiders woes - Did we sign up for this? 0:45 An incredible piece of Tropicana history 3:00 The insane history of Riata Casino & the Vegas mob 5:04 What happened to Riata - Where is it today? 5:30 The future of themed restaurants? Monopoly Steakhouse! 7:40 Reviewing Station Casinos $4-$5 late night breakfast 9:30 24/7 Vegas dining or the lack thereof 12:07 The Hangover in real life? 13:06 How Nevada law favors casinos 15:36 Caesars Octavius Tower suite review 17:54 Caesars takeaways and more food recommendations Each week tens of thousands of people tune into our MtM Vegas news shows at http://www.YouTube.com/milestomemories. We do two news shows weekly on YouTube with this being the audio version. Never miss out on the latest happenings in and around Las Vegas! Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.  You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify or by searching "MtM Vegas" or "Miles to Memories" in your favorite podcast app. Don't forget to check out our travel/miles/points podcast as well!

JP Donahue started his professional life with a law degree from St. John's University and a big job at a big firm in New York City. He quit one year in to write movies and television scripts. People thought he was nuts, but that choice began a 15-year run as a screenwriter in Los Angeles. He's authored over 25 original, for-hire, and uncredited rewrites for film and television at companies like Warner Bros., Dreamworks, CBS and NBC. He left Hollywood for cannabis in 2009, and after a decade in cultivation, he co-founded, Tropicana Dispensary, created the brand, and grew it into a $20M Superbrand in 18 months. His bold branding broke the mold and still influences cannabis branding today. In 2021, he exited Tropicana and moved to Costa Rica where he currently resides and operates, The Stoned Ape.

Algunas producciones de la etiqueta norteamericana Víctor, editadas en la frontera de los años 30 a los 40 del siglo XX, nos permitirán revivir el fenómeno de la "cubanización" de las orquestas jazz bands. La orquesta Hermanos Castro con su cantante Miguelito García, Miguelito Valdés con la Casino de la Playa, Cascarita con la orquesta Hermanos Palau y Reinaldo Valdés "el jabao" con la orquesta del trompetista Julio Cueva nos acercan algunos clásicos de la música popular cubana. A continuación, y a propósito de la evolución de los jazz bands en la isla, un recuerdo para uno de los grandes artífices de este formato orquestal: el pianista, arreglista y compositor Ernesto Duarte. Fernando González, Tata Ramos y Rolo Martinez, grabados y producidos por el talentoso músico para su etiqueta "Duarte" llegan con la sonoridad del jazz band de los últimos años 50. Junto al contrabajista Cachao López y otros notables instrumentistas como Alejandro "el negro" Vivar en trompeta, Generoso "Tojo" Jiménez en trombón, Rogelio "Yeyito" Iglesias en los bongoes, Guillermo Barreto en pailas, Niño Rivera en el tres, Tata Güines en las tumbadoras, volvemos a los míticos estudios de Panart y a las "descargas en miniatura" que, finalizando los 50, permitieron cristalizar la categoría del jazz en el panorama discográfico cubano. En ese sentido las producciones "Tropicana", propiciadas por el genio de la emisora CMOX: Adolfo Seeman, constituyeron un paso más en el desarrollo en la discografia en función de darle más consistencia a la llamada "descarga". Frank Emilio a la cabeza del "Quinteto de Música Moderna", impulsado comercialmente por Seeman, con la complicidad de Papito Hernández en contrabajo, Gustavo Tamayo en güiro, Tata Güines en las tumbadoras y Guillermo Barreto en drum y pailas. En la despedida, y de vuelta al catálogo RCA Víctor, revisitamos el debut discográfico del Benny Moré como parte del conjunto Matamoros. Las maravillas de la música popular cubana, todos los domingos, las reservamos aquí para ti.

Buena Vista Social Club is a Tony Award-winning Broadway musical. Inspired by true events, the musical brings the Grammy award-winning album to life, recounting the story of the legends who lived it. Step into the heart of Cuba, beyond the glitz of the Tropicana, to a place where blazing trumpets and sizzling guitars set the dance floor on fire. A world-class Afro-Cuban band and a sensational cast unite in this unforgettable tale of survival, second chances, and the extraordinary power of music. On this episode, Mel Semé, Jainardo Batista Sterling, Isa Antonetti, Da'von T. Moody, and Wesley Wray perform and discuss the musical. Moderated by Patricia Hadden, here is the cast of Buena Vista Social Club. Watch this episode at youtube.com/TalksAtGoogle.

Brand collaborations are exploding, and they're becoming one of the most effective growth levers in CPG. In this episode, the team breaks down why co-branded products are becoming a core strategy for food and beverage brands, what separates meaningful partnerships from gimmicks, and how leaders like Grillo's, Fly By Jing, Graza, and Liquid Death are using them to drive awareness, trial, and category expansion. Show notes: 0:25: Playoff Beards. Popping In. A Secret Guest. Smokes To Snacks. Collab Work. Healthy, Hot & High. – The episode opens with playful banter about facial hair before previewing upcoming BevNET Live, Nosh Live, and Brewbound Live in L.A. next month. Ray highlights the return of Poppi co-founders Allison and Stephen Ellsworth to the BevNET Live stage to discuss building the modern soda category and notes Allison's recent appearance as a guest shark on "Shark Tank," including her investment in Freestyle Snacks. The hosts also spotlight upcoming programming such as CVS Health's Lauren Castro at NOSH Live, a still-secret Nosh Live guest and also urge founders to nab remaining Elevator Talk, and One-to-One meeting slots. They pivot to brand collaborations, citing Grillo's Pickles' new Zippo tie-in and its growing list of partners, as well as prolific collaborators like Mike's Hot Honey and Graza. The hosts offer advice on considerations for partnerships and co-branded products and what makes for a successful collaboration. John praises Lentiful's Thanksgiving Feast instant lentil cup, Mike is hot about Blobs' new spicy mango-guava flavor and everyone has their say about Rind's recently released raspberry-almond granola squares. Jacqui introduces a "drink your skincare" energy beverage and Mike samples a THC-infused "Soda Pot." Ray reminds listeners that Thanksgiving week gets chaotic, so those planning to attend December's BevNET Live, NOSH Live, or Brewbound Live should finalize registration soon to avoid missing out – and the inevitable post-event FOMO. Brands in this episode: Poppi, Freestyle Snacks, Grillo's, Graza, Little Spoon, Firehook, Ithaca, Alec's, Rind, Mike Hot Honey Grillo's, Hippies, Ithaca, Sonic, V8, Boulder Canyon, Aura Bora, Claussens, Fly By Jing, Daily Crunch, Lundberg Rice, Fishwife, Little Sesame, Keystone, Huer, Frank's Red Hot, Lentiful, Blobs, Huxley, Tropicana, Rind, Skinergy, Clrty! Soda Pot, Mockly

Nunca un sobrenombre había definido mejor el destino de una figura pública como el de Niurka: "La mujer escándalo".Ocurrió en uno de los momentos más turbulentos de su vida, cuando se separó de Juan Osorio ocasionando una explosión mediática que a ella terminó de posicionarla en el espectáculo mexicano, pero también la llevó a quedar expuesta y en el ojo del huracán constantemente.¿Alguna vez se cansó de soportar el peso de semejante mote? Es una de las preguntas que la cubana le responde a Pati Chapoy, con quien recuerda sus inicios como bailarina en el cabaret Tropicana de La Habana cuando era casi una adolescente.También su llegada a México, el país que le ha dado las mayores oportunidades de su vida, amores y desamores y por supuesto a sus tres amados hijos, todos de diferente padre.Pero a sus 58 años a Niurka todavía no hay quien la detenga: está por volver al cabaret y a punto de casarse por cuarta vez con un novio sumamente joven... así que fiel a su estilo se pregunta: ¿cómo dejar atrás a la mujer escándalo si ha sido su gloria y su infierno, su escape, pero sobre todo su armadura?.. Y es que nada es lo que parece...

Want more MTM Vegas? Check out our Patreon for access to our exclusive weekly aftershow! patreon.com/mtmvegas Want to work with us? Reach out! inquiries at mtmvegas dot com Episode Description This week Bally's and the A's revealed some more information about their combined property on the former Tropicana site. The A's sent out a survey detailing possible ticket prices for their inaugural season. Will they charge seat license fees? We also learned about the 4 phase timeline for Bally's project on the stadium site. When will it all be finished and what will they build first? In other news Caesars Palace recently had a big mistake where they were selling villas for the price of a regular room. What are they doing to make it right? We also discuss: the Sphere of Fear, Banana Ball's return, pedestrian bridge screens, Cosmo's private gaming area, Rio's new non smoking slots, Nine Fine Irishmen's new patio, what we learned from the Global Gaming Expo and how Venetian's long abandoned crane started moving again. Episode Guide 0:00 Frankensphere & Sphere of Fear 0:40 Rio's new non smoking slot area 1:41 The huge desire for Rio to bring back their buffet 3:30 Inside Cosmo's private gaming salon 4:47 Vegas pedestrian bridge screens are now live 5:40 Venetian's long abandoned crane comes to life! 7:50 Banana Ball is returning to Las Vegas 9:30 A's possible ticket prices revealed & PSLs? 11:30 Bally's Las Vegas 4 phase timeline revealed & more property details 14:21 Oyo rumor battle continues 15:54 Nine Fine Irishmen's patio & $5-$7 specials 16:55 Caesars Palace insane mistake rate - Villas for $37? 19:01 Takeaways from the Global Gaming Expo 20:11 Not a lot new in the slot arena for 2025? 21:18 Graphics are getting better & machines taller 23:24 ETG revolution coming soon?   Each week tens of thousands of people tune into our MtM Vegas news shows at http://www.YouTube.com/milestomemories. We do two news shows weekly on YouTube with this being the audio version. Never miss out on the latest happenings in and around Las Vegas! Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.  You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify or by searching "MtM Vegas" or "Miles to Memories" in your favorite podcast app. Don't forget to check out our travel/miles/points podcast as well!

When most people dream about launching a consumer product, they imagine seeing it on store shelves—but few realize what it actually takes to get there. The (painful) truth is, success in CPG isn't about having a great idea. It's about surviving the numbers. Most founders underestimate how much money, time, and data it really takes to earn that spot in a category. And in this business, “bootstrapping” isn't scrappy—it's risky. I've been there. Every year, 90% of new food and beverage products fail. Not because the products aren't good, but because they are under-resourced and lacking funding, velocity, or category dynamics.  They try to scale too fast, too wide, or without enough proof. They don't know what it really takes to get into a retailer, or which retailers are worth going after first. And unlike tech, it's much harder to get an early-stage consumer brand funded. Investors want traction, not potential. They want to see that your product moves off shelves, earns repeat customers, and grows a category. So what do you need to know before you raise? What actually makes investors want to bet on your brand? In this episode, I'm joined by Debbie Wildrick, a food and beverage veteran who's spent 30 years leading brands like Tropicana and 7-Eleven. She helps entrepreneurs start small, test smart, and learn fast. We dig into why traction beats hype, how to prove velocity before pitching investors, and why data and storytelling go hand in hand when you're building a brand that lasts.   Topics Covered; Why 90% of new food and beverage products fail (and how to be in the 10%) How to test and prove traction before raising seed money The dangers of scaling too fast across multiple retailers What “velocity” really means and why investors care more about it than shelf space How much capital early-stage CPG brands truly need ($200K–$500K pre-revenue) Friends, family, and angel rounds: how to network your way to your first investors Why the path to profitability usually takes four years  How to use your “backyard” as the smartest first market test The 10 Pillars of a Successful Company Lessons from brands like Zico, Bai, and other billion-dollar exits Guest Bio Debbie Wildrick is an Executive Leader, Industry Speaker, and Sales and Distribution Expert. Widely touted as the Queen of Beverages, Debbie has been in the food and beverage industry for over 30 years. She is extremely influential, highly experienced, and a titan of the industry. Having been with 7-Eleven and responsible for making decisions that will place powerful industry-dominating brands on store shelves and move into consumers' mouths repeatedly, building store sales and profitability is invaluable. To work with Debbie, visit https://www.debbiewildrick.com/.    About Your Host Jayla Siciliano, Shark Tank entrepreneur turned real estate investor, excels in building brands, teams, and products. CEO of a bi-coastal luxury short-term rental company, she also hosts the Seed Money Podcast, where she's on a mission to help early-stage entrepreneurs turn their ideas into reality!    Connect: Website: https://seedmoneypodcast.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaylasiciliano/ Subscribe and watch on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@seedmoneypodcast/     Please rate, follow, and review the podcast on https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/seed-money/id1740815877 and https://open.spotify.com/show/0VkQECosb1spTFsUhu6uFY?si=5417351fb73a4ea1/! Hearing your comments and questions helps me come up with the best topics for the show!   The information in this podcast is educational and general in nature and does not take into consideration the listener's personal circumstances. Therefore, it is not intended to be a substitute for specific, individualized financial, legal, or tax advice.