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Omar Elattar has interviewed some of the biggest names in business, media, and culture, but this conversation goes far deeper than podcasting, success, or viral moments. What starts as an unbelievable story about manifesting a meeting with Tony Robbins turns into a powerful conversation about intuition, energy, surrender, faith, fear, and what it really means to follow the signs in your life.What this episode is about:This is a conversation about what happens when you stop forcing outcomes and start listening to the pull. Omar opens up about the last-minute decision that led him to a Tony Robbins event, the impossible timing that brought him face-to-face with Tony at dinner, and the moment Tony personally invited him to do his podcast. Jared and Omar also go deep on manifestation, staying centered, intuition vs impulse, the dangers of ego, and why the biggest opportunities in life often come from following the breadcrumbs before they make logical sense.Key topics discussed:How Omar manifested meeting Tony Robbins in real lifeWhy intuition requires silence, balance, and trustThe difference between forcing success and attracting opportunityHow to stay centered through both highs and lowsWhy surrender is not weakness, but one of the highest forms of strengthOmar's wild story of flying to Romania to interview Andrew TateThe biggest lessons Omar learned from interviewing Grant Cardone, Patrick Bet-David, and other major figuresWhy most people aim too low and hitJared's philosophy on energy, infinite possibilities, and letting go of the outcomeHow to live your life like this is your second chanceWhy this episode matters:Most people are chasing success through strategy, discipline, and control, but never stop to ask if they are actually aligned with the life they want. Omar has built a life around following intuition, taking bold chances, and creating surreal moments most people would talk themselves out of. This conversation is a reminder that your next breakthrough may not come from forcing harder, but from getting quiet enough to hear the next step.If you are building a business, chasing a dream, creating content, or trying to understand why certain opportunities keep missing you, this episode will make you rethink how success actually happens.Drop a comment: Do you think success comes more from strategy, discipline, or energy?If you're interested in learning more about The Light System check it out here:https://thelightsystems.shop/goetz100Use code GOETZ for access through the official affiliate link.Subscribe for more conversations about business, consciousness, manifestation, discipline, spirituality, and the parts of success most people never talk about.00:00 Intro04:15 How Omar Ended Up At Date With Destiny06:18 The Restaurant Moment That Changed Everything08:38 Omar Meets Tony Robbins In Real Life10:03 Paying Tony Robbins' Dinner Bill15:57 Why Following The Breadcrumbs Matters19:19 Why Most People Lose Touch With Their Intuition21:36 Jared's Philosophy On Infinite Possibilities24:22 Riding The Wave Instead Of Fighting It31:37 Why You Must Let Go Of Good Things Too40:11 Leaving Room For Magic In Your Life47:31 Intuition vs. Impulse51:23 Hard Work vs. Alignment01:18:03 The Biggest Lesson Omar Learned From His Guests01:40:40 Omar's Final Message To The Audience

In this Q&A episode, I answer powerful questions about self-love, execution, and consistency.I get into why self-love is far more than a feeling—it's how you nourish yourself, speak to yourself, challenge yourself, tell yourself the truth, and protect what matters through boundaries.I also share why so many people struggle to execute on the things they care about most, and how fear, uncertainty, identity, and capacity often sit beneath procrastination.And finally, I go into consistency—why most people fall off, how to stop starting over, and the mindset shifts that make lasting change possible.If you're ready to strengthen your self-trust, raise your standards, and become the person who follows through, this episode is for you.In this episode:What self-love actually looks like in everyday lifeWhy self-respect and self-love are deeply connectedHow nourishing your body strengthens your relationship with yourselfWhy doing hard things builds confidence and self-trustThe hidden role of self-talk in personal growthHow honesty creates empowerment and self-respectInternal and external boundaries as acts of self-loveWhat's really stopping you from taking actionHow identity influences execution and follow-throughWhy waiting to feel ready keeps people stuckThe connection between consistency and identityHow micro-actions create lasting results⭐️YOUR SUPPORT MATTERS: Please: Subscribe + leave 5⭐️Star rating +review HEREEnjoy! xRxFIND ME ON:️INSTAGRAMSUBSTACKYOUTUBEXTHREADS

Send us Fan MailWhat does it look like to be the most loyal person in the room... and the most afraid?Amy opens Type Six month with her co-teacher and spiritual director Deanna Sudom, exploring a type that is deeply misunderstood; often seen as anxious or suspicious when they are actually among the most courageous, committed, and trustworthy people you will ever know.You'll hear about:The Six's core fear of being without support or trustworthy guidance, and how it shapes every relationshipWhy Sixes aren't pessimists... they're realists preparing for a world that has sometimes let them downThe difference between phobic and counterphobic Sixes, and why they can look like completely different typesHow Sixes experience God, and where the search for a trustworthy authority meets the invitation to trustThe gift of the Six's loyalty, courage, and commitment to communityA practice for Sixes who are ready to move from anxiety into grounded faithWhether you're a Six yourself or you love one, this conversation is an invitation: God isn't the authority who will let you down. He's the one who has never left.God is bigger than your fear. You don't have to scan the horizon alone.Support the showRESOURCES FOR YOU:Join the Waitlist for 1:1 Coaching with Amy Wickshttps://www.simplywholehearted.com/callamywicksNot sure about your Enneagram Type? Start here: https://www.simplywholehearted.com/enneagramquizEnnea-what? The Beginners Guide to the Enneagram(free course + printables)https://bit.ly/Enneagram101GuideConnect with Amy:IGWebsite

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Kathy Orovitz shares how Navigant Credit Union is reinforcing its role as a trusted community partner through a people-first approach. We explore strategies for cultivating a strong organizational culture, maintaining employee engagement, and balancing technology with human connection in financial services.Key Topics:The importance of community-centric banking during times of uncertaintyNavigant's heritage and core values rooted in local involvement and cultureHow intentional leadership fosters employee satisfaction and member trustThe role of recognition programs and company events in reinforcing cultureBalancing remote work with in-person connection for a resilient workplaceDiversity of talent sourcing and ongoing learning initiativesNavigant's commitment to supporting local businesses through sponsorship and showcase programsThe evolving landscape of hybrid work models and their impact on productivity and cultureStrategies for attracting and retaining talent amid a competitive job marketTimestamps:00:00 - Introducing Kathy Orovitz and Navigant's community focus00:27 - Navigant's response to current economic noise and community involvement01:03 - Building trusted relationships with members over decades01:20 - The significance of community-based banking in uncertain times02:04 - Navigant's heritage rooted in local service and community need02:46 - Cultivating culture through intentional leadership and employee-first values04:11 - Impact of employee-centered culture on member experience04:45 - Differentiating through trusted relationships and value-added services05:13 - Keeping a disciplined focus on member needs and technological growth05:44 - Empowering employees through learning, cross-training, and feedback06:28 - Navigant's cultural approach during company-wide events and recognition07:04 - Leadership recognition and employee engagement strategies09:27 - The importance of culture in a hybrid work environment10:05 - Finding a successful balance between remote and in-office work11:25 - Strategies for attracting and retaining talent in a competitive landscape12:17 - Continuous learning and industry engagement for staff development13:15 - Infusing talent and AI with a strong emphasis on member experience14:26 - Supporting local businesses through sponsorships and community programs16:56 - Final thoughts on building community and fostering a resilient organizational cultureResources & Links:Navigant Credit UnionUnreasonable Hospitality ProgramLeadership Academy at NavigantConnect with Kathy Orovitz:LinkedIn Support the showFollow Bill on Instagram and YouTube

What is astral projection?What is the astral plane?How do hypnosis, dreams, intuition, remote viewing, psychic experiences, altered states, and expanded awareness fit together?In this episode I'm exploring what Ive been learning and observing about these topics over the last 8 years leading clients on hypnotic journeys. I'm not into rigid beliefs so take it as a frame work to see these topics through and to make some sense - enough to bring the benefits into your life. Topics include:Expanded awarenessAstral projectionThe astral planeOut-of-body experiencesConsciousness and perceptionDreams and lucid dreamingRemote viewingPsychic experiencesParanormal experiencesHypnosis and altered statesIntuition and self-trustThe role of perception in everyday lifeThis episode is not about convincing you what to believe.This is about learning more so you can explore even more of the world inside you and around you. If you're curious about consciousness, hypnosis, intuition, astral projections, the astral plane, or the nature of human perception, this conversation is for you.Next week: A bedtime hypnotic journey designed to help you strengthen your connection to your own inner signal, deepen self-trust, and cultivate clearer perception.GO DEEPER Conversations, sessions, group hypnosis online and more: https://www.patreon.com/cw/JinaSeerMORE HYP JOURNEY INFO + PREPAccess the PDF, hypnotic track and more here - https://www.jinaseer.com/session-prepEpisode 3 - Anatomy of a Past Life RegressionEpisode 214 - Awareness: Your New RealityEpisode 215 - Anatomy of a Hypnotic Journey: Another Lifetime, Higher Self & SuggestionTIMESTAMPS00:00 Why Your Brain Filters Reality04:14 Expanded Awareness Explained08:55 What Is Expanded Awareness?14:37 How Hypnosis Expands Awareness16:48 What Are We Becoming Aware Of?17:39 My Experiences as a Hypnotist22:14 The Brain as Antenna Theory24:55 Dark Matter, Consciousness & The Unknown28:31 What Is Astral Projection?30:11 What Is The Astral Plane?31:59 Consciousness as a Radio Signal32:42 Why Fear Narrows Perception34:23 June's Hypnotic Journeys37:59 A Simple Practice for Expanded Awareness38:46 Final Thoughts

In this episode of Badass Basic Bitch, Brianna sits down with Amanda Kuda, an alcohol-free lifestyle expert, holistic life coach, speaker, and author of Unbottled Potential: Break Up With Alcohol And Break Through To Your Best Life.Amanda shares how her own alcohol-free journey began not because of addiction or rock bottom, but because she felt disconnected from her full potential. Despite having a successful career, active social life, and doing all the “right” personal development work, she couldn't shake the feeling that something was holding her back. What she discovered changed the trajectory of her life—and ultimately became her life's work.Together, Brianna and Amanda dive into the sober-curious movement, the hidden role alcohol plays in the lives of ambitious women, and why removing alcohol can unlock greater self-trust, intuition, confidence, and fulfillment. Whether you're completely alcohol-free, sober-curious, or simply questioning your relationship with drinking, this conversation offers a fresh perspective on what becomes possible when you stop numbing and start living intentionally.In This Episode, We Discuss:Why you don't need to hit rock bottom to quit drinkingThe difference between addiction recovery and elective sobrietyHow alcohol can quietly block personal growth and self-actualizationThe connection between alcohol, perfectionism, and high-achieving womenWhy so many ambitious women use alcohol to cope with stressThe rise of the sober-curious movementHow alcohol impacts intuition, creativity, and self-trustThe emotional challenges and rewards of going alcohol-freeWhy Dry January isn't always enough to experience the full benefitsHow sobriety can transform relationships and friendshipsPractical first steps for anyone curious about exploring an alcohol-free lifestyleKey TakeawaysAlcohol doesn't have to be an obvious problem to be holding you back.Many women use alcohol as a socially accepted coping mechanism without realizing it.Removing alcohol creates space to develop healthier tools for managing stress, emotions, and confidence.True self-trust and intuition often become more accessible when alcohol is removed.Sobriety isn't about deprivation—it's about expanding what's possible in your life.Memorable MomentsAmanda shares how she realized alcohol was the one thing left to remove after years of personal development work weren't creating the results she wanted.Brianna discusses the generational shift toward sober curiosity and how younger generations are redefining their relationship with alcohol.A powerful conversation about using alcohol as a “cheat code” for confidence, relaxation, and social comfort.Amanda explains why alcohol can feel like it's helping in the moment while actually keeping people stuck in patterns they want to outgrow.The discussion around intuition, authenticity, and learning to trust yourself without external crutches.Website: https://amandakuda.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amandakuda/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@amanda.kudaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/amandakudaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amandakuda/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@amandakudaBook - Unbottled Potential: https://amzn.to/3MTmW2SPodcast - Unbottled Potential: https://www.amandakuda.com/podcastQuiz - Is Alcohol Blocking Your Potential?: https://amandakuda.com/quizFree Mini-Course - Awakened without Alcohol: https://amandakuda.podia.com/awakened-without-alcohol-free-series

He Got Sick the Day He Stayed. He Started Healing the Day He Quit.Thuan did not leave his job. His body made the decision for him.Three months on medical leave. A doctor who refused to clear him to return. A resignation email he sat with for a long time before he finally hit send.The same day he sent it, he started feeling better.That is the kind of story that sounds like luck until you hear the whole thing. Because Thuan had been planting seeds for years. Recovery. Yoga. Qigong. Sound baths. A decade of healing himself and then helping others heal inside the walls of addiction treatment centers. He knew what the work was. He just had not yet had the courage to take it into the world.The universe took care of that part.In this episode, Thuan shares how his path through Alcoholics Anonymous and Refuge Recovery led him to holistic healing, how a wellness director job he was not supposed to have changed his life, and how he and his business partner Britt built the Zen Den, a wellness studio in Connecticut designed for the one person everyone forgets about: the busy human who needs peace but has to be at work by nine.He also breaks down what the word abracadabra actually means. And once you hear it, you will never say it the same way again.In this episode:Why Thuan says he genuinely enjoys powerlessness, and what that taught him about trustThe resignation email that triggered his healingHow saying "2026 is going to be big for me" with zero plan behind it turned out to be exactly rightThe Zen Den model: mindfulness built around the real obstacle, which is timeThe one phrase that stops fear in its tracks: "My faith is stronger than my fear"If you are sitting with a nudge you keep ignoring, this episode is for you.Subscribe to Purpose Chasers so you never miss a conversation like this one. New episodes drop weekly and every single one is built around one idea: the person you are becoming is worth chasing.Find us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. And if this episode moved you, leave a review. It takes two minutes and it helps more people find the show.ThePurposeChasers.com

Talk to KimThis week, Kim welcomes Toni LaMotta, an inner compass coach and former Catholic nun, to discuss freeing ourselves from external vows of obedience and trusting our inner voice. They explore how midlife is an opportune time to reconnect with our wisdom and live authentically.Key TopicsThe impact of vows of obedience and external authority on self-trustThe journey from religious and societal conditioning to inner groundingDifferentiating between conditional trust and ground trustPractical techniques for listening to your inner voice, including body awarenessThe role of spirituality as a feminine, inclusive experienceMidlife as a pivotal point for re-evaluating life purposeEmbracing joy and living lightly amidst life's challengesTimestamps:00:00 - Introducing the theme of trusting your inner voice after conditioning 02:01 - How vows of obedience can silence internal knowing 03:37 - Toni's reasons for leaving the convent after 16 years 05:16 - The Enneagram type six and external authority dynamics 06:41 - Differentiating conditional trust versus ground trust 07:40 - The shift from seeking outside to trusting within 09:14 - Techniques for listening to your body's signals 10:07 - Navigating midlife crisis and rediscovering purpose 13:29 - The importance of openness and trying new perspectives 14:00 - Giving yourself permission to change what no longer serves you 15:40 - Using small steps and inner dialogue to explore new directions 16:39 - Recognizing the barking dog versus the inner spirit voice 18:06 - Patience with listening and trusting your inner guidance 20:21 - Integrating spirituality as a feminine, inclusive experience 22:04 - The three faces of God and finding your divine connection 23:59 - Embracing what was sacred in your past and including it in your present 25:37 - Learning from rules and trusting your own discernment 26:56 - Toni's coaching offerings and how to connect with her 30:57 - Final advice: Live with joy, lightness, and trust in your inner voiceConnect with Toni LaMotta:Website Remember, trusting your inner guidance is a lifelong journey, one that requires patience, patience, and a willingness to live with joy and curiosity. Start small, listen deeply, and embrace your divine spark—your authentic self is waiting to lead the way.Support the showKim Benoy is a retired RN, Certified Aromatherapist, wife and mom who is passionate about inspiring and encouraging women over 40. She wants you to see your own beauty, value and worth through sharing stories of other women just like you.****************************************************If you are looking for deeper connection, encouragement, and support, you should join my free online community. It's a safe, uplifting space to be inspired, share honestly, and grow alongside women who truly get this season of life.Midlife with Courage™ Community*****************************************************Want to be a guest on Midlife with Courage™-Flourishing After Forty with Kim Benoy? Send Kim Benoy a message on PodMatch, here: Podmatch Link NEWSLETTER WEBSITEFACEBOOK

Thanks to our Partners, NAPA TRACS, Today's Class, KUKUI, and Pit Crew Loyalty Watch Full Video Episode Are you tired of telling your staff to “leave their problems at the door”? The reality is, what happens outside the shop often follows employees into the bays, the service counter, and every customer interaction throughout the day. Financial pressure, family struggles, burnout, stress, and emotional fatigue all impact confidence, communication, productivity, and sales performance, whether leaders recognize it or not. In this insightful episode, Rena Rennebohm, CEO of Empowered Advisor, and service advisor coach and shop owner Rachel Spencer, challenge the old-school mindset of “leave your problems at the door” and explore what modern leadership really looks like in high-performing repair shops. The strongest shops aren't built only on process and productivity; they're built on leaders who understand people. What You'll Learn How personal stress impacts sales performance and customer communicationWhy technician morale directly affects advisor confidence and trustThe connection between emotional stability and shop productivityHow great leaders identify performance struggles before KPIs declineWhy empathy and accountability must work togetherThe importance of daily check-ins and emotional awarenessHow negativity spreads through shop culture and how leaders can stop itWhy “soft skills” have become essential leadership skills in auto repair When employees feel supported, understood, and valued, communication improves, confidence grows, and performance follows. This episode offers practical insights for shop owners and managers who want to protect team performance, strengthen culture, and lead more effectively in today's high-pressure auto repair environment. Rena Rennebohm, CEO and Creator of Empowered Advisor. Rena's previous episodes HERE. Rachel Spencer, Spencer's Auto Repair, Krum, TX. Rachel's previous episodes HERE Thanks to our Partner, NAPA TRACS NAPA TRACS will move your shop into the SMS fast lane with onsite training and six days a week of support and local representation. Find NAPA TRACS on the Web at http://napatracs.com/ Thanks to our Partner, Today's Class Optimize training with Today's Class: In just 5 minutes daily, boost knowledge retention and improve team performance. Find Today's Class on the web at https://www.todaysclass.com/ Thanks to our Partner, KUKUI Stop juggling multiple marketing tools. KUKUI's integrated platform delivers 4x better website conversions, automated follow-up, and real-time ROI tracking. Get industry-leading customer support with KUKUI at https://www.kukui.com/ Thanks to our Partner, Pit Crew...

In this live episode of Money & Wealth, John Hope Bryant sits down with business leader Chase Koch and NFL star Demario Davis for an honest conversation about leadership, purpose, wealth, failure, and what it really means to build something that lasts. From growing up under one of America’s biggest business legacies to creating impact through football, philanthropy, and entrepreneurship, Chase and Demario open up about the principles that shaped their lives — including contribution, resilience, self-actualization, and preferred partnerships. The conversation dives into: Why principles matter more than politicsThe truth about success and imposter syndromeBuilding businesses and communities through trustThe power of unlikely partnershipsLeadership lessons from sports, family, and failureHow America can move forward togetherSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Persuasion isn't about winning an argument.It's about building trust, creating connection, and moving forward—together.In this powerful and perspective-shifting episode, I sit down with Danny Bobrow—ultra-endurance athlete, mountaineer, and creator of the Persuasion Blueprint—to explore what real influence looks like in high-stakes situations, relationships, and business.Danny's journey is anything but ordinary. Born with a visual impairment that limited his ability to participate in many team sports, he initially gravitated toward individual pursuits like martial arts. As Danny later stepped into the world of mountaineering and multi-day endurance races—where success depends entirely on team cohesion—he was forced to develop a completely new skill set: how to lead, support, and influence others when everything is on the line.And what he discovered may surprise you.In This Episode, We Explore:Why persuasion is not manipulation—but influence without coercionThe key difference between convincing someone and moving forward togetherWhy logic alone fails in moments of stress, fatigue, or emotional overwhelmHow endurance racing revealed the true nature of leadership and communicationThe concept of psychological fatigue—and how it limits our potentialWhat it really means to listen in a way that builds trustThe 3 C's of High-Trust CommunicationDanny shares a simple yet powerful framework that transforms how we connect with others:1. Caring: It's not about what you say—it's about what they feel. People need to feel seen, heard, and valued.2. Connection: Trust is built when someone feels understood—when they believe, “This person gets me.”3. Collaboration: This is the turning point—when someone shifts from hesitation to full commitment: “I'm in.”From the Mountain to the MarketplaceDanny explains how these principles extend far beyond endurance races.He has trained organizations to:Recover lost revenue caused by poor communicationBuild strong, trust-centered culturesIncrease customer loyalty and referralsCreate “raving fans” through authentic connectionBecause at the end of the day—people don't follow logic.  They follow trust.Emotional Ecosystems & the “Lizard Brain”We also dive into the idea of emotional ecosystems—how many of us tie our identity to our opinions. When those opinions are challenged, it can feel like a personal attack.Danny explains how to:Separate identity from perspectiveCreate emotional safety in conversationsMove from reactive, survival-based thinking (“lizard brain”) to thoughtful, intentional communication (This shift is essential if we want to truly listen, understand, and connect)Connect with Danny Bobrow:Learn more about Danny and the Persuasion Blueprint:https://www.dannybobrow.comGet involved with Climb for a Cause:https://www.climbforacause.org/If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with someone who could benefit, subscribe, and leave a rating and review.And for free resources to help you heal, grow, and thrive, visit:

In this episode I chat with visual effects supervisor, second unit director and digital pre-visualisation pioneer David Dozoretz about a career that traces the entire arc of how modern filmmaking shifted from analogue to digital — and how, somewhere in the middle of that shift, pre-vis went from a curious side experiment to a fundamental part of how films get planned and shot. David talks about growing up in Phoenix, falling in love with cinema the day his sister snuck him into the projection booth at the Cine Capri during The Empire Strikes Back asteroid sequence, and how a chance encounter with a Lucasfilm coffee-table book in a university bookstore set him on the path to ILM. He arrived at ILM in 1991 as an intern, became known as "the computer nerd in the art department and the art nerd in the computer department," and ended up bridging the gap between the two as digital began to take over.We get into his first feature — the original Jurassic Park — his year-long apprenticeship in the legendary ILM art department alongside Doug Chiang, Ty Ellingson, Harley Jessup, Mark Moore and Stefan Dechant, and the time he had to split a $1,400 piece of 3D software into two $700 purchase orders to get round ILM's general-manager sign-off threshold. It's a small story but it tells you everything about the era — digital tools were arriving faster than the institutions running things knew what to do with them.A big part of the conversation focuses on the early years of digital pre-visualisation. David did the first major digital previs sequence in mainstream cinema — the train and helicopter sequence in Brian De Palma's Mission: Impossible, the work John Knoll asked him to do that's now credited as one of the reasons the sequence got greenlit. From there he went on to spend four years working with George Lucas on The Phantom Menace, building the entire pod race in previs (a 25-minute version that almost no one has ever seen got whittled down to the 9-and-a-half-minute final), establishing his now-famous three rules of previs (no textures, no motion blur, no shadows) and then immediately having to break all three of them to convey the sense of speed and floating in the pod race itself.There are some lovely George Lucas stories too, including the time George walked into the editing room and reacted to David's droid-factory post-vis with "honestly, I was a little worried about that one — looks like it's gonna work," and the moment when George trailed off mid-sentence trying to describe a desert landscape and David — a 21-year-old kid — finished the thought with "John Ford?", which David thinks is the moment Lucas decided he could trust him. Later in the conversation we move into David's own company, Persistence of Vision, and his work on Titan A.E., Behind Enemy Lines, JJ Abrams' Mission: Impossible III, the 2009 Star Trek reboot (including the previs realisation that Vulcan being orange meant the costumes — originally designed to evoke 70s NASA — had to be completely redesigned) and Journey to the Center of the Earth 3D, where David served as second unit director on the first digital stereoscopic film and the production was effectively beta-testing the cameras Jim Cameron was building for Avatar. We finish on Zafari, David's 52-episode children's animated series rendered almost entirely in Unreal Engine — one of the earliest large-scale uses of real-time rendering in mainstream animation, which saved 30% of the production budget — and on a wider conversation about AI, the future of filmmaking, the importance of human authenticity, and David's lovely closing thought: study the art and history of cinema, study the drawing, not just the pencil. The tools will keep changing. The language won't. Topics coveredGrowing up in Phoenix and the Cine Capri projection-booth moment during EmpireDiscovering The Art of Special Effects book and the road to an ILM internshipJoining the ILM art department in 1991 alongside Doug Chiang, Ty Ellingson, Harley Jessup and Mark MooreBridging the art and computer departments as digital arrived at ILMThe $1,400 / two-$700-purchase-orders workaround for buying 3D softwareWorking on the original Jurassic Park as his first featureDoing previs for the Star Wars Special Editions (the dewback shots, Mos Eisley fly-bys)John Knoll asking him to previsualise the train-and-helicopter sequence on Mission: ImpossibleHow that previs is credited as one of the reasons the sequence got greenlitJoining the new Skywalker Ranch art department under George LucasFour years on The Phantom Menace and the 25-minute version of the pod raceThe three rules of previs (no textures, no motion blur, no shadows) — and breaking all of them to make the pod race workGeorge Lucas reacting to the droid factory post-vis ("looks like it's gonna work")The Jake Lloyd head-turn morph that saved a reshootWhy pod racers go 500 mph in some shots and 2,000 mph in othersThe cinematographer who declared previs "shit" — and was overruled by the studioFounding Persistence of Vision and the move from Lucas to wider HollywoodTitan A.E. and the Don Bluth / Gary Goldman Phoenix animation studioBehind Enemy Lines and pre-vising aerial actionMission: Impossible III with JJ Abrams — the Shanghai building swing and the windmill helicopter sequenceThe Star Trek reboot orbital skydive — and how previs forced a costume redesign because Vulcan was orangeJourney to the Center of the Earth 3D as second unit director, using Jim Cameron's pre-Avatar camerasZafari, Unreal Engine, and saving 30% of an animated TV budget through real-time renderingThe shift from analogue to digital to 3D to real-time to AI — and what stays constantDennis Muren's wisdom on authenticity at the Jurassic Park wrap partyWhy a human premium will remain in an AI-augmented filmmaking worldGeorge Lucas, John Ford and the moment a 21-year-old earned a director's trustThe advice David gives to young filmmakers: study the drawing, not just the pencilSupport the Podcast This podcast is completely independent and made possible by listener support. 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SummaryIn this insightful interview, Kyle McDowell shares his journey from corporate America to leadership coaching, emphasizing the power of principles like 'we' to build cultures of excellence. Discover how leading by example, establishing clear values, and focusing on outcomes can transform organizations and personal lives.TakeawaysThe 'We' leadership paradigm and its impactBuilding a culture of accountability and trustThe importance of leading by example and setting principlesChapters00:00 Introduction to Kyle McDowell and His Journey04:34 The Shift from Apathy to Purpose in Leadership07:27 Cultural Transformation: The Power of 'We'10:25 Building Relationships and Trust in Teams13:36 Scaling the 'We' Principle Across Large Teams16:21 The Agnostic Nature of Leadership Principles19:28 Leading by Example: The Impact of Personal Accoutability22:39 The Importance of Positive Relationships in Leadership28:23 Learning from Experience and Community Dynamics31:12 The Value of Outcomes Over Busyness35:34 Navigating Career Transitions and Imposter Syndrome40:37 Authenticity in Hiring and Team Dynamics47:09 Recognizing Pivots and Introspection in Leadership53:07 Establishing Authentic Transformation in OrganizationsConnect with our guest: https://kylemcdowellinc.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylemcdowellinc/Credits:Hosted by Ryan Roghaar and Mike SmithProduced by Ryan RoghaarTheme music: "Perfect Day" by OPM  The Eggs Podcast Spotify playlist:bit.ly/eggstunesThe Plugs:The Show: eggsthepodcast.com@eggsthepodcast on X and InstagramMike "DJ Ontic": Shows and info: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠djontic.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@djontic on twitterRyan Roghaar:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠rogha.ar⁠

AI is creating a dangerous new problem in the coaching industry: people who sound transformational… without actually being transformed.In this explosive episode, Kellan reveals how a hilarious AI hallucination involving “Bigfoot on water skis” exposed a much deeper truth about coaching, embodiment, discernment, and the future of human transformation. If your coaching depends on polished language instead of lived truth, AI is about to replace you.This episode is a wake-up call for every coach, consultant, creator, and leader using AI to sound smarter instead of becoming deeper.Key Takeaways:Why AI hallucinations mirror problems inside the coaching industryThe difference between sounding deep and being deeply groundedHow coaches borrow the appearance of insightWhy “beautifully worded confusion” destroys trustThe danger of using AI language without lived experienceDiscernment vs performanceWhy coaches must be actively engaged in their own growthThe rise of “fake depth” in modern transformation workHow embodiment creates real authorityWhy love, truth, and grounded presence cannot be automatedThe future of coaching in the rise of AIThe Triple Helix Coach: presence, pattern, and powerWhy AI is a powerful tool—but a terrible substitute for truthThe real reason some coaches will survive AI while others disappear

What do you do when nothing looks different yet… but something inside you still wants to believe?This tapping session is for the in-between seasons. The moments where you're waiting, hoping, building, healing, trusting, shifting, and trying not to spiral while your desires still feel invisible.(Watch it on Youtube.)Inside this session, we move through:Fear around timing and uncertaintyThe pressure to “figure everything out”Looking for proof before allowing yourself to trustThe discomfort of not knowing how things will unfoldReleasing control and softening into deeper self-trustBelieving that movement can exist before evidenceThis is your reminder that unseen does not mean absent.Roots grow before we see the tree.Change happens beneath the surface first.And sometimes life is rearranging itself in your favour long before you can fully see it.MORE

What if the most powerful thing you could do to grow your business was to stop asking for referrals entirely?In this episode, Michael Reddington sits down with Stacey Brown Randall, author, speaker, and host of the Roadmap to Referrals podcast. Stacey has spent over a decade helping business owners and sales professionals generate referrals without asking for them by applying brain science, psychology, and behavioral economics to how relationships are built and maintained.Stacey breaks down why asking for referrals actually works against you, what is really happening in the brain of the person who refers you, and how the right language planted at the right time can move referrals from a conscious ask into someone's subconscious. She also introduces her three-bucket framework for building a referral strategy that compounds year over year, and shares two concrete referral seeds you can start using immediately.What You'll Learn in This EpisodeWhy asking for referrals triggers a brain response you cannot manufacture or replicateHow referrals are actually about your referral source, not about youThe three scientific principles that drive referrals beyond the psychology of trustThe difference between keeping in touch and actually moving a relationship forwardHow to segment your referral strategy across three distinct buckets of potential referral sourcesWhy using someone's name in a thank you note changes how the brain encodes the memoryHow to plant referral seeds during your client experience without it feeling forcedWhat to do when a referred prospect ghosts you before the conversation ever startsChapters(00:00) Introduction to Stacey Brown Randall and the Referral Without Asking Framework(03:24) Why Referrals Change the Entire Dynamic of a Sales Conversation(07:03) Why You Are Never Allowed to Ask for Referrals(10:42) The Three Scientific Principles Behind How Referrals Actually Happen(15:50) The Difference Between Keeping in Touch and Moving Relationships Forward(17:37) The Three Buckets of Referral Sources and How to Approach Each One(24:43) Planting Referral Seeds vs. Asking: What the Difference Actually Looks Like(28:57) The Right and Wrong Way to Write a Referral Thank You Note(34:21) How to Build a Referable Client Experience from the Inside Out(36:40) Recovery Strategies When a Referred Prospect Ghosts You(41:44) How to Onboard a Referred Prospect Without Rushing or Ignoring Them(45:29) How to Learn More and Work with StaceyLinks and ResourcesStacey Brown Randall | LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/staceybrandall/Home - Stacey Brown Randall - https://staceybrownrandall.com/The Disciplined Listening Method: How A Certified Forensic Interviewer Unlocks Hidden Value in Every Conversation - https://a.co/d/02ZfcnZmSponsor Links:InQuasive: http://www.inquasive.com/Humintell: Body Language - Reading People - HumintellEnter Code INQUASIVE25 for 25% discount on your online training purchase.International Association of Interviewers: Home (certifiedinterviewer.com)Podcast Production Services by EveryWord Media

Why do so many trade businesses make sales harder than they need to be — even when they're great at what they do?If you've ever felt frustrated by quoting endless jobs without getting enough “yeses,” this episode breaks down three simple but costly mistakes that quietly destroy close rates.Ben Wright and George Bryant unpack how communication gaps, ego-driven selling, and overwhelming customers with too much information can stall momentum, reduce trust, and make deals unnecessarily difficult to close.In this episode you'll discover:Why the “black hole” between customer communications kills momentum — and the simple habit that keeps deals moving forwardHow shifting your language from “I” to “you” instantly creates more emotional buy-in and customer trustThe hidden danger of the “fire hose” approach and how simplifying information helps customers make faster buying decisionsPress play now to learn the practical sales fixes that can help your trade business close more deals, create more trust, and grow revenue without making sales feel harder than they should.Know more about George Bryant at https://mindofgeorge.com/New episodes every Monday, Wednesday and Friday.Take our Free Quote Quiz now to Kickstart Your Sales Growthhttps://quiz.typeform.com/to/ByHoaj2bTo see how we've helped business grow their sales:Read Client ResultsWatch TestimonialsOr email Ben if you would like to get in touch: hello@strongersalesteams.comThis podcast helps the entrepreneur, founder, CEO, and business owner in the trade, construction and industry segments, regain focus, build confidence, and achieve measurable results through powerful sales training, effective sales strategy, and expert sales coaching—guiding every sales leader, sales manager, and sales team in mastering the sales process, optimizing the sales pipeline, and driving business growth while fostering leadership, balance, and freedom amidst overwhelm, stress, and potential burnout, creating lasting peace of mind and smarter decision making for every California business and Australia business ready to scale up with excellence in sales management , through refined sales processes, proven trade sales techniques, and strategic sales leadership that strengthens sales process execution, accelerates sales team development, builds stronger sales teams, improves time management for sales, drives resilience and results, increases team results across the construction industry and wider industry sales sectors, and supports sustainable trading growth that continues to drive results through an effective management process in modern trade sales.

In this episode, we cover:What it means to be a courageous mother in the face of deep lossHow grief and faith can coexist without fear or shameThe power of spiritual friendship in seasons of painTrusting God when understanding is impossibleHow healing unfolds over time through God's presenceKey Moments:Courageous mothers honored through testimony and truthPat and Deborah share the stories of their sons with honesty and graceLessons learned through grief, surrender, and trusting the LordThe role of the church family in healing and restorationScripture, prayer, and anointing as acts of spiritual covering

Send us Fan MailIt's Drew Take Over Week! Drew Brannon welcomes performance coach Javier (Javi) Fraga for a candid conversation on building smarter training systems, evolving from youth athletes to elite physiques, and the assessment-first approach propelling FitBody Fusion's results. Javi shares his Miami roots, USF cohort experience, and the pandemic-era pivot that took him from internship to leadership at Push. Together they unpack how humility, delegation, and culture transform both athletes and teams—while balancing stage demands with long-term health.What You'll Learn:How early track and field, family, and Miami roots shaped a service-first coaching mindsetWhy Javi moved from pre-PT to exercise science and how the USF cohort accelerated growthLessons from Gorilla Bench and a post-COVID rebuild: effort, systems, and trustThe assessment process used with Fit Body Fusion athletes and how it individualizes trainingBalancing posterior-chain-heavy routines with joint health for bikini and wellness divisionsHow humility, delegation, and tough conversations build a resilient coaching cultureWhy working across demographics (youth, gen pop, physique) sharpens coaching skillHow family and purpose keep results aligned with real life beyond the stageSubscribe for more athlete-first conversations and practical training insights that elevate performance and people.#FitBodyLifestyle #FitBodyFusion #ContestPrep #StrengthTraining #Coaching Drew Brannon, an Exercise Science graduate from USF, owns Pinellas Ultimate Strength House, a premier 7,000 sq. ft. training facility in Largo, FL. A former physique researcher, athlete, and coach, he helps clients—from NCAA athletes to bodybuilders—achieve peak performance.https://www.instagram.com/drewbrannon08Javier Fraga is the General Manager of Pinellas Ultimate Strength House and a key leader within the FBF Training Department. With a strong background in performance training and experience working with everyone from elite athletes to everyday clients, Javier brings a results-driven, no-nonsense approach to fitness. He is passionate about helping individuals unlock their full potential through disciplined training, education, and a commitment to long-term growth.http://www.pinellasultimate.comhttps://www.instagram.com/jfragatrainingWelcome to FitBody Lifestyle the podcast hosted by Jami and Greg DeBernard! Join us as we explore the multifaceted world of fitness, health, business, relationships, and the art of leading a well-rounded life. Whether you're pumping iron at the gym, grinding in your entrepreneurial endeavors, or simply striving for balance in your daily routine, you've landed in the right spot.In each episode, we'll embark on enlightening discussions, provide you with actionable tips, and share inspiring stories that touch on every aspect of your journey towards a healthier, more fulfilling life. We'll cover everything from fitness tips to expert guidance on nutrition,  and effective weight loss strategies. Dive deep with us into topics like strength training for both body and mind, fostering cardiovascular health, and discovering the harmony between your daily lifestyle and your personal well-being. We're here to help you unlock your full potential, empowering you to transform your mind, body, and overall life. Connect With Us:https://www.fitbodylifestylepodcast.com/https://www.fitbodyfusion.com/https://www.instagram.com/jamidebernard/https://www.instagram.com/fbf_papa_bear/https:/...

What if LinkedIn wasn't just for corporate professionals… but one of the most powerful platforms for coaches, founders, creatives, and thought leaders to attract premium clients?In this episode, I'm breaking down why LinkedIn is massively underestimated right now — and why so many entrepreneurs are either ignoring the platform completely or using it in ways that never actually convert.After generating well over $1M through LinkedIn without paid ads, I've seen firsthand what works (and what absolutely doesn't).And recently, a moment involving Amy Porterfield (yes, THE Amy!!) confirmed something I've been saying for YEARS:LinkedIn is becoming one of the most important platforms for premium buyers, visibility, and authority.Inside this episode, we dive into:Why most LinkedIn strategies failThe difference between activity vs. actual strategyWhat a “Trust Funnel” is and why you need oneThe biggest mistake people make in LinkedIn DMsHow to create content that builds authority without performingWhy LinkedIn is becoming more human, spiritual, and relationship-drivenHow to position yourself as a thought leader people actually trustThe exact ecosystem that turns content into clientsIf you've been craving a platform that feels less performative, more aligned, and actually converts into high-caliber opportunities and buyers — this episode is for you.And if you want to get the exact strategy that I've used to generate over $1M through LinkedIn, I'm giving it away inside my FREE 4-Day LinkedIn Challenge. Click HERE to join!We kick of May 18th, 2026!

What does it look like to build a business when God is the one who called you to it? And what happens when the results don't come on your timeline?In this first episode, Annette sits down with her dad, David Carr, a pastor of over 40 years, practical theologian, and one of the wisest people she knows, to talk about the foundation of it all: obedience, faith, and God's timing.If you've ever felt behind, wondered if God forgot about you, or caught yourself trying to force results you weren't supposed to control, this conversation is for you.In this episode, we cover:Why so many faith-driven leaders start from a place of fear and why that matters more than you thinkThe story of King Saul and three specific moments where fear drove him off course, and what that means for your business decisions todayHow Jonathan modeled a different way, leading with prayer, watching for signs, and not needing the creditThe difference between spiritual warfare and a signal from God that you're going the wrong directionWhy "I have the upper hand" is one of the most dangerous thoughts a leader can haveWhat it actually means to surrender results without giving upHow to know if you're acting out of obedience vs. anxietyDavid's personal story of God's provision during a broke seminary weekend and what it taught him about trustThe closing challenge: search your heart. Are you white-knuckling something God asked you to let go?Timestamps:00:00 — Welcome and series intro01:23 — Meet David Carr: 40+ years of pastoral ministry and practical theology03:41 — The frustration of working hard and not seeing results04:56 — King Saul: the first mistake (1 Samuel 12–14)11:48 — Jonathan as the contrast: leading with prayer, not fear14:19 — Three fear patterns from Saul's story17:37 — Why so many entrepreneurs start from fear and what social media has to do with it20:02 — "God can supply all your needs": a real story from seminary24:36 — "I have the upper hand" and the danger of trusting your own strength43:26 — What to say to yourself when you feel behind44:51 — The battle belongs to the Lord46:12 — The camp counselor story: when God defends you51:02 — Closing applications and prayerMentioned in this episode:Faith Driven Entrepreneur: faithdrivenentrepreneur.org1 Samuel 12–14 (King Saul and Jonathan)Proverbs 3 (God defending those who seek wisdom)Philippians 4:19 (God supplying all your needs)Connect with Annette:Website: netpositivemarketing.com

Most people think they need more confidence to take action....But what if that's not the problem?...In this episode, we're flipping the script....Because the truth is—you already know what to do. You've felt it in those quiet moments, in your gut, in that nudge you keep second-guessing. The issue isn't a lack of confidence… it's that you've been taught not to trust yourself....We talk about:Why you keep overthinking decisions you already know the answer toHow constantly seeking validation is eroding your self-trustThe real relationship between intuition and confidence (and why most people get it backwards)Simple ways to start reconnecting with your inner knowingIf you've ever felt stuck, indecisive, or unsure of your next move—this episode will help you see that you're not broken… you've just been ignoring the most reliable guidance you have.Hit play and start trusting yourself again.

In this episode of the Harvest Growth Podcast, Jon LaClare sits down with Hank Cheatham to explore what it really takes to build and scale a supplement brand in one of the most competitive—and skeptical—categories on the market.With a background rooted in a Japanese pharmaceutical company, Hank shares how Daiwa Health Development brought a unique brain health supplement to the U.S., powered by a specialized ingredient designed to support memory and cognitive function. But beyond the product itself, this conversation dives into the bigger picture: why scientific validation, quality standards, and strategic channel expansion are essential for long-term success.You'll learn how an aging global population is driving demand for cognitive health solutions, why most supplements lack meaningful testing, and how clinical studies can become a powerful differentiator in a crowded marketplace. Hank also breaks down the realities of launching a product in the U.S.—including the importance of direct-to-consumer channels, Amazon growth strategy, and the challenges of maintaining control over your brand.From leveraging existing distribution relationships to navigating unauthorized sellers on Amazon, this episode is packed with practical insights for founders, marketers, and anyone looking to build a trusted product brand.In today's episode of the Harvest Growth Podcast, we cover:Why scientific validation is critical in the supplement industryHow clinical studies can dramatically increase credibility and trustThe growing demand for brain health products driven by aging populationsWhat most supplement brands get wrong about proof and differentiationHow to successfully launch a product from overseas into the U.S. marketThe three core distribution channels: direct-to-consumer, retail, and professionalWhy Amazon is essential—but shouldn't be your only strategyHow to protect your brand from unauthorized sellers on AmazonThe role of quality, testing, and cultural standards in product developmentWhy products that truly work ultimately drive repeat customers and growthEXCLUSIVE OFFER FOR LISTENERSHank and his team are offering Harvest Growth Podcast listeners an EXCLUSIVE DISCOUNT on their official website:Visit https://www.dhdmed.com/Use promo code DBH2026 at checkout to receive 20% off your orderThis offer is available directly through their website, where you can explore their full product line and learn more about their science-backed approach to brain health.If you're building a supplement brand—or any product in a competitive category—this episode offers a clear roadmap for standing out through real results, strong positioning, and smart channel strategy.To learn more about Daiwa Health Development and their products, visit their website or search for their offerings online.Do you have a brand that you'd like to launch or grow? Do you want help from a partner that has successfully launched hundreds of brands totaling over $2 billion in revenue? Visit HarvestGrowth.com and set up a free consultation today!

Once I hit the financially stable point in my business, i.e. clients were coming in, money was coming in, it was moving in the right direction, I had a big realisation that I needed to clean up the way I was working because there wasn't space for anything else. I wanted space for a relationship and the freedom lifestyle I'd left corporate and was building this all for.This episode is for you if you've had some early success in business but instead of feeling free, you feel busy, slightly disconnected, maybe even a bit trapped in the very thing that was meant to give you freedom. In this episode, I break down what's actually happening at this stage of business and why the solution isn't more strategy, more content, or jumping on every AI trend. It's something deeper and a specific challenge for high achieving women. It's my hope that this episode will help you navigate it.I cover:Why hitting your first clients or $100k can quietly lead to overworking, burnout, and loss of freedomThe hidden reason your content, offers, or ideas keep getting stuck in drafts instead of making moneyHow the rise of AI and online noise is creating panic, comparison, and misalignment in your businessThe subtle ways your business is bleeding into your relationships, energy, and self-trustThe exact shift from hustle → alignment that creates consistent income, better clients, and actual freedomIconic Woman Retreat (Portugal) https://femaleleadershipcollective.com/iconic-woman-retreatFemale Leadership Live (London) https://femaleleadershipcollective.com/female-leadership-liveIG: @femaleleadershipcollective https://www.instagram.com/femaleleadershipcollective/

In this episode of Murder in the Black, we examine the devastating murders of Gloria Short, her son Caleb, and her granddaughter Gianna—a case that forces us to confront what happens when violence comes not from strangers, but from within trusted circles. Through forensic evidence, investigative breakthroughs, and reflection, we explore how care, access, and familiarity were manipulated in one of the most haunting forms of betrayal.--------------------------------------------------------------------Main TopicsThe lives of Gloria, Caleb, and Gianna Short—and the close family bonds at the heart of this tragedyThe crime scene evidence, including staging, forensic clues, and what investigators immediately recognizedHow community tips and social media helped move the investigation forwardThe involvement of young perpetrators and what this case raises about violence, influence, and accountabilityThe investigative trail—from vehicle tracking to identifying accomplice Jervarceay “Weeda” TapleyThe emotional weight of betrayal when harm comes through trusted relationshipsLegal outcomes, life sentences, and the family's continuing path toward healingBroader reflections on predation, trust, and the corruption of care itself----------------------------------------------------------------------Key InsightsWhy betrayal by someone known can feel more destabilizing than stranger violenceHow forensic evidence helped establish planning, intent, and participationWhat this case reveals about the exploitation of proximity and trustThe difficult questions raised when very young perpetrators are involvedWhy this case challenges assumptions about safety inside familiar relationships-----------------------------------------------------------------Timestamps00:00 — Introduction and listener warning00:31 — The crime scene and early investigative clues00:59 — Betrayal versus stranger violence01:27 — The victims: Gloria, Caleb, and Gianna02:23 — Who they were beyond the headlines

This episode of The Gambling Files is brought to you by GLI, Optimove, World Gaming, and the letters A, X and G; also the colours purple and green(ish), and your neighbours Tiberius and Quetzalcoatl from just down the road. Explore how AI, data analytics, and innovative modelling are transforming the casino industry. From floor optimisation to customer experience improvements, learn from Anastasia Baran, COO of NQube, about the future of gaming technology.This episode offers practical insights into how data and AI are shaping modern casino strategies, highlighting both technical advancements and industry mindset shifts. Anastasia Baran shares her experience overcoming industry scepticism, emphasising the importance of trust and proven results in integrating AI.What we talk about, in a list:The evolution of AI in land-based casinos since 2016 and core services like slot floor optimisationHow detailed, granular data informs machine placement and purchasing decisionsThe impact of casino size on AI efficiency, with optimal floors around 80 to 100 machinesStrategies for reducing machine counts post-COVID without revenue lossThe psychological effects of machine popularity, scarcity, and distraction on player behaviourCommunication of data-driven insights versus traditional gut feel and experienceThe importance of data quality, cleaning, and establishing AI readiness in casinosOnline vs land-based casino model differences and opportunitiesChallenges in early AI adoption and overcoming industry scepticismCommunication strategies with traditional casino operators and building trustThe future of AI companies in gaming and potential IPOsChoice Quotes:"AI is not just a tool; it's a transformative force in the casino industry.""Data-driven decisions are reshaping how casinos operate and engage with players.""Trust and proven results are essential in overcoming industry scepticism towards AI."Chapters, but you might want to add a 30-45 seconds because of the intro and all that shiny stuff:00:00 - Introduction to the episode and guest Anastasia Baran 01:14 - Why Fintan is in 4K today: Equipment upgrades and story behind it 02:01 - The fascination with testing and word-shaped acronyms 03:36 - Difference between acronyms and initialisms explained (NASA vs FBI) 04:16 - Sponsorship segment: Gaming Laboratories International overview 05:27 - Discussion of Optimove's acquisition and its role in CRM and gamification 10:26 - Core of NQube's AI-driven slot floor optimisation and data granularity 12:04 - Casino size thresholds for effective AI application 15:04 - How data informs machine purchase decisions based on player response 17:00 - Segmenting players and machines with advanced algorithms 18:18 - Balancing machine placement and floor design for maximum revenue 22:10 - Removing machines to optimize for safety and revenue during COVID 24:52 - Impact of choice overload and psychological factors like scarcity 27:24 - Communicating and managing player perceptions and misinformation 28:10 - Experimental research on player detection of hold changes and social influence 33:36 - Challenges of early AI adoption and building industry trust 37:45 - Overcoming scepticism from experienced casino GMs 41:40 - Applications of AI in online vs land-based casinos 45:14 - Data quality, cleaning, and building AI readiness in casinos 47:08 - Loyalty programs versus in-floor machine data analysis 50:07 - Personal favourite casinos and memorable experiences 52:22 - Observing casino floors with a data-driven mindset 54:05 - Future IPO prospects for NQube and the AI boom 55:01 - Favourite Spielberg films and nostalgic experiences in VegasResources & Links:Gaming Laboratories International (GLI)NQUBEOptimoveWorld GamingAnastasia on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/anastasia-stasi-baran-2b761033/As ever, we thank all of our sponsors for their vibrant and excellent support that makes all of this… magic… possible.Optimove, who turn customer data into something special, with tools that make businesses just plain work better. Optimove, your support helps us to keep creating content for an industry that probably thinks we disappeared years ago.Then of course there is Clarion Gaming, no hang on World Gaming, providers of the magnificent ICE expo and iGB Live! in London. There is simply nobody better at what they do.And the new-ish members of the family, the excellent Gaming Laboratories International. GLI is a world-class Testing, Inspections and Certification company committed to delivering the highest quality land-based, lottery, and iGaming testing and assessment services, working in more than 710 jurisdictions.For more information, visit gaminglabs.com.The Gambling Files podcast delves into the business side of the betting world. Each week, join Jon Bruford and Fintan Costello as they discuss current hot topics with world-leading gambling experts.Website: https://www.thegamblingfiles.com/Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3A57jkRSubscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/4cs6ReF Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGamblingFilesPodcast Fintan Costello on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fintancostello/ Jon Bruford on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-bruford-84346636/ Follow the podcast on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-gambling-files-podcast/ Sponsorship enquiries: https://www.thegamblingfiles.com/contact/ Get our newsletter: https://thegamblingfilestldr.substack.com/

What if confidence was never something women lacked; but something that was interrupted?In this conversation, I sit down with Jess Weiner - cultural expert, author of A Very Hungry Girl, and longtime advisor to brands like Dove and Barbie - to unpack the deeper story behind how women learn to see themselves, lead, and show up in the world.We go beyond surface-level “confidence” talk and get into the real work:- how social conditioning shapes women's relationship to authority- why self-monitoring becomes second nature- and what it actually costs women—especially in leadership and high-stakes environments.This episode explores:The early conditioning that teaches girls to prioritize likability over self-trustThe hidden toll of constant self-editing and performanceWhy confidence isn't missing—it's been disruptedHow body image, identity, and leadership are more connected than we admitWhat it really looks like to unlearn these patterns as an adultThis isn't about fixing women.It's about questioning the systems that taught them to hesitate in the first place.If you've ever found yourself second-guessing what you already know, softening your voice in the moment it matters, or feeling the pressure to be both exceptional and acceptable—this conversation will hit.

AI is changing how businesses operate, build systems, and protect themselves online. But it's also creating new risks that most operators are not prepared for.In this episode of High Voltage Business Builders, Neil sits down with Rich Kahn, a longtime digital marketer and fraud prevention expert focused on helping businesses detect and block invalid traffic, bot activity, and fraudulent users across digital channels.They break down how AI is accelerating automation, reshaping the future of work, and raising serious questions about where technology is headed next. They also unpack the growing scale of ad fraud, why old fraud prevention tactics no longer work, and what business owners need to do now to protect their traffic, ad spend, and customer data.In This Episode, We Cover✅ How AI Is Changing Business Neil and Rich discuss how quickly AI is advancing, from coding and workflow automation to robotics and specialized knowledge work. They explore what happens when businesses use AI to speed up execution, and what happens when workers begin training the systems that may eventually replace them.✅ Ad Fraud Is Becoming a Bigger Threat in Every ChannelRich explains how fraudulent traffic has evolved far beyond simple bot clicks. He shares why AI-assisted bots are now getting around fraud tools, why there is fraud across search, social, programmatic, affiliate, and other paid channels, and why businesses spending serious money on media need more than surface-level monitoring.✅ What Rich's Health Scare Taught Him About Leadership and TrustThe conversation also turns personal as Rich shares how major health issues forced him to step away from work for weeks. That experience became a real test of whether his team and processes could operate without him, and it gave him a new perspective on leadership, delegation, and building a business that can run without constant founder involvement.

In this mid-week episode, Darrin steps away from long-range planning to focus on something just as powerful—small, intentional actions leaders can take right now.With only weeks left in the school year, it's easy to feel stuck in the daily grind. But meaningful leadership doesn't require a new initiative or a perfect plan. It comes from clear priorities, consistent actions, and intentional choices.In this episode, Darrin shares 10 practical leadership moves you can implement immediately to:Improve performanceStrengthen cultureLead with greater clarityThese aren't big strategies—they're simple shifts that create real impact.In this episode, you'll learn:Why clarity around your top priority changes everythingHow simple communication can reduce team anxietyThe power of strength-based walkthroughsHow to reclaim your time by eliminating what doesn't matterA 5-minute coaching protocol that builds capacity across your teamWhy role clarity reduces chaos and increases momentumHow small moments of follow-through build trustThe importance of recognizing and reinforcing what you valueHow “balcony time” helps you break the Cycle of CHAOSWhy saying “no” is essential to leading with intentionKey Takeaway:Leadership doesn't change because of one big initiative.It changes through small, consistent, intentional actions.Sponsor SpotlightThis episode is sponsored by HeyTutor.If improving student outcomes is part of your plan for next year, don't wait until the fall to build your support systems.HeyTutor provides high-dosage tutoring in Math and ELA—both in-person and online—while handling recruitment, training, and management of tutors.Learn more at HeyTutor.comLet's ConnectIf you're working to turn your plan into real, actionable steps between now and August, Darrin can help.Through coaching, leadership retreats, and team development, he supports leaders in building clarity, alignment, and momentum.

Last week we built the foundation — self-trust. This week we take it to work.Think about the last high-stakes room you were in. A meeting where direction was being set, where something important was being decided. Did you say everything you came in with? Or did you leave with something still in your chest — an idea you held back, a pushback you softened, a point you never made because the moment had already moved on?That's not a knowledge problem. That's not a preparation problem. I know, because I've been that person — the most prepared woman at the table, with the clearest perspective in the room, who said nothing. And watched us make the wrong call. And had to sit in the follow-up meeting three months later when we walked it back.This episode is about what drives that quiet. And what it actually takes to stop.Executive presence isn't a personality type. It's not about being louder or more aggressive or projecting some version of confidence you don't feel. It's self-trust made visible. And the shrinking — the internal audit before every sentence, the softening reflex, the waiting for the invitation — isn't who you are. It's a habit. Built in rooms that may have required it. That you're carrying into rooms that don't.In this episode:The four specific ways women shrink in professional rooms — and why none of them are character flawsWhy the most prepared person in the room is often the quietestThe direct bridge between speaking up and self-trustThe meeting I don't talk about — and the shift that came afterThree practices to start showing up differently this weekYour presence is a contribution. Your silence is a withholding.Last week we talked about trusting yourself. This week we talk about showing it.

Have you ever noticed how someone can say all the right things, but never actually follow through?In this episode of Sarah's Thoughts, Sarah Grynberg explores the true meaning of integrity and why being a person of your word is one of the most powerful qualities you can bring into business and life. She reflects on the quiet disconnect between intention and action, and how trust is not built in what we promise, but in what we consistently deliver.Sarah unpacks the emotional toll of dealing with people who overcommit but underdeliver, and why inconsistency creates confusion, frustration, and ultimately a loss of respect. She also turns the lens inward, acknowledging that none of us are perfect, and that integrity is not about getting everything right, but about being honest, self-aware, and accountable in the moments that matter.You'll learn:Why your reputation is built on follow through, not intentionHow overcommitting and people pleasing quietly erode trustThe small but powerful shifts that help you become someone others can rely onThis episode is a reminder that integrity is not loud or performative. It is quiet, consistent, and deeply felt. It lives in the moments where you do what you said you would do, or have the courage to say no when you can't. Because in the end, people may forget what you promised, but they will always remember whether they could rely on you.Purchase Sarah's book: Living A Life Of Greatness here.To purchase Living A Life of Greatness outside Australia here or here.Watch A Life of Greatness Episodes On Youtube here.Sign up for Sarah's newsletter (Greatness Guide) here.Purchase Sarah's Meditations here.Instagram: @sarahgrynberg Website: https://sarahgrynberg.com/Facebook: facebook.com/sarahgrynbergTwitter: twitter.com/sarahgrynberg Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have you ever been halfway through a bag of chips — or a carton of ice cream — before you even realized what happened?You weren't hungry. You weren't even enjoying it. You were triggered. And by the time your brain caught up, the moment had already passed.In Part 2 of this conversation, behavior change expert Dr. Howie Jacobson gets into the deeper work — what shame does to your body, why your strongest reactions are actually huge opportunities for growth, and how to build the kind of self-awareness that gets you out of react mode and into respond mode before the damage is done.We also talk about something that doesn't get nearly enough airtime in the health and wellness space: coherence. Dr. Howie makes the case that understanding why your behavior makes sense — even the behavior you're most ashamed of — is one of the most powerful things you can do for lasting change. And for those of us who carry fear about Alzheimer's, that reframe matters more than you might realize.If you haven't listened to Part 1 yet, start there — this conversation builds directly on it.In this episode, Amy and Dr. Howie discuss:Why shame is biologically inhibitory — and what to do insteadHow coherence can erase shame and restore your sense of agencyWhat a disproportionate reaction is actually telling youThe RISE Method: a four-step framework for moving from reaction to responseHow to recognize you've been triggered before it's too lateWhy brittle beliefs are easy to shatter — and what builds real self-trustThe one idea Dr. Howie wants you to carry forward from this entire conversationListen if:You feel like your reactions are running the show — and you want that to changeYou carry shame around habits you haven't been able to breakYou're in perimenopause or menopause and working to protect your brainYou have a family history of Alzheimer's and want to understand why behavior change feels so hardYou're ready to move beyond insight and into actual transformationThis is Part 2 of 2.Resources:

Have you ever looked right at someone… and didn't recognize them?It sounds crazy, but it happens more than you think.And what if that's not just a social moment… what if it's a spiritual one?This Easter message explores a powerful question:What if Jesus is closer than you think… and you've been missing Him?We look at three reasons people missed Jesus, even after He rose from the dead:• When we're stuck on what we expected• When pain clouds our perspective• When we demand proof before we trustThe truth is, you can be walking with Jesus, talking about Jesus… and still not recognize Him. But Easter reminds us: He's not gone. He's alive. And He's closer than you think.If you've ever felt disappointed, confused, or unsure where God is in your life, this message is for you.Bible References:Luke 24:13–35; John 20:11–16; John 20:24–29

In this episode of PT Pintcast, we unpack a major shift happening inside the physical therapy profession: the growing divide between high-volume clinics and high-value, premium care models.From hiring struggles to reimbursement pressure, from patient behavior to AI disruption—this conversation challenges how PTs think about care delivery and business sustainability.If you're a clinic owner, this episode is less about theory and more about survival.Key TakeawaysPatients prioritize access and convenience more than clinical nuanceReferral-driven patients behave differently than direct-access patientsHigh-volume care isn't inherently lower quality—it depends on executionPT careers may be shortening due to financial pressure and burnoutCorporate clinics rely heavily on new grads due to reimbursement limitsAI could reshape delivery—but not replace human trustThe future likely includes BOTH scalable care AND premium careWhy This MattersIf you're running a clinic today, you're making decisions about:Staffing modelsPricing strategyPatient acquisitionLong-term positioningThis episode helps you understand where the profession is heading—so you don't get caught building something that won't last.SponsorsSaRA HealthAutomate patient follow-ups, improve outcomes, and generate RTM revenue—without adding staff.???? https://sarahealth.comEMPOWER EMRFaster documentation, cleaner workflows, and an EMR built for how PTs actually operate.???? https://empoweremr.comU.S. Physical Therapy (USPH)A national network focused on clinician development, mentorship, and long-term career growth.???? https://usph.com

In this episode, Steve sits down with Samara Bay to unpack what it really means to be “ready” when the stakes are high. Together, they explore the connection between body, mind, and communication—and why so many high-performers flatten their presence by trying to hide fear instead of working with it.Samara explains how public speaking is really about power, permission, and presence. She shares why “readiness” is more of a body-based practice than a mental state, how love-based thinking can shift us out of fight-or-flight, and why the warm-up before any important conversation may be the real work.Key Takeaways:Why readiness is more physical than mentalThe role of body awareness in communicationPublic speaking as a reflection of power and self-trustHow fear creates a flattened version of usWhy naming what's happening in the room builds trustThe shift from fear-based thinking to love-based communicationSocial evaluative threat and the modern version of fight-or-flightWhy context matters in every communication momentThe importance of imagination, curiosity, and play in leadershipWhy warm-ups and rituals matter before big momentsMissed opportunity as the hidden cost of poor communicationLinks and Resources MentionedPermission Inc. — permissioninc.coPermissionaries newsletter — available via Samara's websitePermission to Speak by Samara BayUpcoming TEDx talk — Samara said it will be shared on her website once releasedSend us Fan MailSupport the showConnect with Steve MellorStay connected and keep growing with Steve:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-mellor-cc/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/coachstevemellorBook Steve to speak at your next event → www.stevemellorspeaks.comSupport the GrowthReady Podcast by leaving a 5-star rating → Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/growthready-podcast/id1406082163Connect with GrowthReadyJoin the community and keep your growth journey going:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/wearegrowthready/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/growthreadypodcast/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/growthreadywithcoachstevemellorOfficial Website - https://growthready.com/----This podcast was produced on Riverside and released via ...

How does Jesus change the world? Not through force. Not through control. Not by winning arguments.It's through the cross.In this episode, John looks at a quote from Jesus during one of his most painful moments: “Father, forgive them for they know not what they do.” He draws people in not by power, but by self-giving love.Drawing from John 12, Luke 23, and the story of Jesus' final hours, John shows how the cross reveals character under pressure:not retaliation, but surrendernot condemnation, but forgivenessnot control, but trustThe truth is, the cross is more than a teaching. It's a story. Even when life gets disappointing, or people let us down, or we feel hurt beyond measure, we can choose to double down on the cross. Remember: There is now, therefore, no condemnation. 

He spent years managing luxury restaurants in Los Angeles and London. Then he walked into a recruiting office with zero industry knowledge — and became one of Europe's top billing recruiters. Jean-Louis-Philippe Girardet (JLP) didn't just cross industries. He rewired how recruiting gets done.

What happens when someone has never been truly listened to?In this powerful conversation, Michael Reddington sits down with Dr. John DeGarmo, a leading expert in foster care who has welcomed over 60 foster children into his home.Together, they explore what it really means to listen, especially when working with individuals who have experienced deep trauma.Dr. DeGarmo shares insights from decades of experience inside the foster care system, revealing how empathic listening, patience, and trust-building can transform lives.This conversation goes far beyond foster care.It applies to parents, leaders, coaches, and anyone who wants to communicate more effectively in high-stakes, emotional situations.What You'll Learn in This EpisodeWhat “empathic listening” really looks like in practiceWhy trying to “fix” problems can actually make things worseHow trust is built with people who have every reason not to trustThe difference between lashing out vs withdrawing and how to respondWhy children lie or steal and what's really behind those behaviorsHow trauma impacts communication, behavior, and decision-makingThe importance of patience, consistency, and emotional controlHow small actions can create massive impact in someone's lifeChapters:(00:00) - Introduction to Dr. John DeGarmo(04:00) - What Is Empathic Listening?(08:37) - How Listening Builds Trust and Healing(12:24) - Why Trust Takes Time (and Patience)(17:06) - Trauma-Informed Communication Explained(20:59) - Helping Withdrawn Children Open Up(23:44) - Understanding Lashing Out Behavior(31:49) - Why Children Lie and Steal(38:12) - Turning Awareness Into Action(45:13) - Recognizing Warning Signs and Red FlagsLinks and Resources:Foster Care Institute Dr. John DeGarmo - HomeJohn DeGarmo, Ed.D. Keynote Speaker, TED Talk Speaker | LinkedIn - Sponsor Links:InQuasive: http://www.inquasive.com/Humintell: Body Language - Reading People - HumintellEnter Code INQUASIVE25 for 25% discount on your online training purchase.International Association of Interviewers: Home (certifiedinterviewer.com)Podcast Production Services by EveryWord Media

You don't have a discipline problem…you have a covenant problem.In this episode of Shou Talks, we step into The Covenant Room, a space where we move beyond goals and motivation, and take a hard look at the agreements we've made with ourselves.Because the truth is…your life isn't shaped by what you say you want.It's shaped by what you consistently honor.And if you keep breaking your word to yourself,you're not just delaying progress…you're weakening your foundation.In this episode, we talk about:The difference between goals, discipline, and covenantWhy you keep breaking promises to yourselfHow inconsistency destroys self-trustThe role of identity in follow-throughHow to rebuild trust with yourself through small, consistent actionsThis isn't about motivation.This is about integrity.Because at the end of the day…What you refuse to break… will ultimately build you.New episodes of Shou Talks drop every Wednesday.If this conversation spoke to you, don't just listen, engage. Share it with someone who needs it, leave a review, and let me know what resonated most with you.This isn't just a podcast…it's a house we're building together. And your voice matters here.Make sure you're subscribed so you never miss a room.Unfiltered conversations. Unapologetically Shou.

In this episode of the Other 99%, Lisa and Susan, join guest Melina Dixon as they discover the secrets to building authentic relationships and engaging content in your Facebook groups. Melina shares her proven frameworks, tips for community building, and how to leverage multiple uses for your products—all while staying true to your authentic self.Takeaways: The importance of a heart-centered approach in social sellingHow to create engaging, useful content that builds trustThe role of Facebook groups vs. public pages for community growthStrategies for managing Facebook notifications and staying productivePractical examples of product storytelling and multi-purpose usesAdvice for transitioning from direct sales to digital entrepreneurshipMelina's top tips for starting and growing your business onlineThe power of video and relationship-building over traditional postingVisit Melina on her website: melinadixon.com  #DirectSales #BusinessGrowth #TheOther99%Podcast #cinchshareThis episode of The Other 99% Podcast is sponsored by CinchShare, a social media scheduler designed for direct sellers and creators who want to stay consistent without the overwhelm. CinchShare makes it easy to plan, schedule, and share content across platforms, all from one simple app. You can upload your own content, use ready to share posts, and access free training and resources to help you show up online with confidence. Try CinchShare free for 30 days and learn more at lisaduck.com/cinchshare.Thank you for tuning in to The Other 99%. If you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to rate and review the podcast—it helps us reach more listeners like you! Don't forget to share this episode with your network and help spread the word.Subscribe now to never miss an episode and stay inspired in your direct sales journey!Plus be sure to follow The Other 99% Podcast on YouTubeInterested in being a guest? Share your story here✔️ Unlock More Goodies from Lisa, visit

In this episode of The Katie Lance Podcast, I'm sharing highlights from a recent #CoffeeWithKatie class all about Descript and AI video editing.If video editing feels like the part that slows you down, this episode is for you. I'm walking through why video still matters so much for real estate, the biggest mistakes agents make when it comes to editing and repurposing content, and how I use Descript to save time and get more mileage from the videos I already create.In this episode, I cover:Why video is still one of the best ways to build trustThe real reason most agents get stuck with videoHow to edit video by editing textHow to improve your audio and remove filler words with AIHow to turn one video into multiple clips and postsBest practices for batching, repurposing, and keeping things simpleThe goal is not to create more content from scratch. The goal is to work smarter, not harder and get more results from the videos you are already recording. If you'd like the full class, replay, slides, and checklist, you can grab the training here. And if you're a member of the #GetSocialSmart Academy, this class is included along with all of our weekly trainings, replays, and resources. Learn more about the Academy here!Let's connect on Instagram @katielance 

Welcome back to Pep Talk Friday. In this episode of Raising Confident Girls, Melissa Jones shares thoughtful encouragement for parents who find themselves navigating big emotional moments with their daughters.When emotions run high, it's easy to feel pressure to respond perfectly—but Melissa reminds parents that perfection isn't the goal. What matters most is showing up with steadiness and allowing space for feelings to be expressed. By staying calm and present, parents help create an environment where daughters feel seen, supported, and safe to process their emotions.Tune in to discover:Why steadiness matters more than getting every response “right”How giving daughters space to feel their emotions strengthens trustThe powerful role parents play in modeling calm during emotional momentsHow emotional presence helps build resilient, lasting connectionThis episode is a gentle reminder that strong relationships are built not through perfect parenting, but through consistent compassion, patience, and the willingness to hold space for the full range of emotions.Melissa's Links:• Website • Instagram • Facebook• TikTok• LinkedIn

Most solopreneurs started using AI to save time,  and it worked, at least at first. Content came out faster. Tasks got done quicker. But speed came with a cost, and many are now seeing the consequences of that approach.This episode takes an honest look at how AI has been used over the past two years and why using it only for content production is the wrong way to use AI. If your engagement has dropped or your results feel flat, this episode is for you.Marisa shares what she believes is the real power of AI for solopreneurs, and it has less to do with what it writes and more to do with what it can analyze, systematize, and improve behind the scenes.What You'll Discover in This EpisodeWhy cranking out content faster may actually be hurting your businessWhat Merriam-Webster's 2025 word of the year reveals about where AI adoption went sidewaysThe backend use case for AI that most solopreneurs are completely overlookingWhy researchers say audiences are developing an "AI suspicion penalty," and what that means for your trustThe difference between using AI as a content machine versus using it as a thinking partnerThree specific ways to use AI that can actually move your business forwardThe tool hasn't changed, but the question you bring to it can change everything. This year is the year to move AI from the front end to the back end and use it in a way that actually builds your business. Inside AI Lab for Solopreneurs, you will learn to use AI as a strategic partner for marketing, workflow, and consistent client growth.  Use AI strategically  Close gaps in your marketing Create systems that will help you scale  Ready to see what is possible? Visit: https://marisashadrick.com/communityListen to the "Amplify Your Authority" Podcast! Click Here! Rate & Review: If you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Tip: Answer these questions inside of ChatGPT (free or paid) and have AI craft your review! How did you discover this podcast? What's your biggest takeaway from this episode? How has this podcast helped your current journey? Thanks so much for taking a few minutes to craft a review!

In this episode, Sharla and Robert sit down with Casey and Megan Caston of Marriage 365. They reveal powerful tools and habits that any couple can implement today to build a healthier, more connected relationship—whether you're in crisis or just looking to grow together.Key Topics:The importance of focusing on self-improvement first in marriageHow habits like specific love language actions foster connectionThe four-step apology framework to rebuild trustThe role of intention and setting relationship goalsMaking systems and structures work for your marriageThe impact of consistent communication and small daily actionsBreaking generational cycles of divorce and conflictHow to create and maintain a safety “bubble” in your relationshipResources:Marriage 365 WebsiteThe Marriage Habit (Book) (search for title)Get in TouchWebsite: MasterYourMarriage.usInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/masteryourmarriageFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MasterYourMarriage/

Your voice communicates leadership long before your words do.In this solo episode of Scaling Nerds, Marina Schmidt explores a subtle but powerful communication skill most founders never think about: vocal placement.LinksConnect with the host:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/schmidt-marina/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠marina@wearekinetik.comCould use some help with your comms? Work with Marina via ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.wearekinetik.com/⁠⁠Why do some people instantly sound trustworthy, calm, and authoritative — while others unintentionally sound nervous, strained, or less confident than they actually are?The answer often lies in where the voice is coming from in the body.Drawing from vocal training, podcasting experience, and hundreds of founder conversations, Marina explains how founders can use their voice more intentionally when pitching investors, speaking on stage, or leading teams.You will learn how different vocal placements — from head voice to chest voice to belly voice — affect how others perceive your confidence, credibility, and presence.Most importantly, Marina shares simple exercises you can use before an important presentation or pitch to ground your voice and project calm authority.If you are a technical founder who wants to sound as credible as the work you are building, this episode will help you become more aware of the leadership signal hidden in your voice.In This EpisodeWhy the voice of a pilot can instantly calm nervous passengersThe concept of vocal placement and why it matters for foundersThe five common places people speak from: head, mouth, throat, chest, and bellyWhy chest and belly voice create more authority and trustThe difference between speaking loudly and projecting your voiceHow vocal strain and sore throats reveal poor vocal placementA simple breathing exercise to ground your voice before a pitch or presentationWhy smiling slightly while speaking can make your voice sound warmerHow founders can consciously train their voice for leadership presenceYour voice shapes first impressions.Before people process your ideas, they interpret your vocal tone, grounding, and confidence.Authority is often a physical phenomenon.Speaking from the chest or belly creates a grounded vocal tone that naturally communicates credibility.Projection is not about volume.It is about directing your voice so it carries through a room without strain.Warmth can be heard.Even a subtle smile changes the vocal pattern and makes a speaker sound more approachable.Before an important pitch or presentation:Find a private space.Place your hands on your lower back.Lean slightly backward in a gentle backbend.Take slow deep belly breaths.This activates the diaphragm and helps move your voice into a more grounded register.Key TakeawaysPractical Exercise From This EpisodeWho This Episode Is For

In this episode of The Upwards Podcast, host Tressa Spingler sits down with author and pastor Tiffany Stein for a conversation that goes where the church often doesn't — into the deep, disorienting territory of grief, lament, and the silence of God.Tiffany's new book, Mourning God, was born out of the loss of her infant son David, who lived only 53 days, and the years of secondary infertility and spiritual wrestling that followed. With pastoral tenderness and unflinching honesty, she guides us through what it means to mourn not only our losses — but the God we thought we knew.Together, Tressa and Tiffany explore:What grief really is — including the losses we rarely name (identity, health, dreams, relationships)The concept of secondary grief — mourning the God you thought you knewWhy lament is an act of faith, not a detour from itThe four-part framework of lament: turn, complain, ask, trustThe difference between the wall and the dark night of the soulHow the Psalms give language to grief when our own words failWhat it means to hold joy and sorrow together — and why the church struggles to make space for bothPractical ways to walk with a grieving friend — and how to ask for what you needA vision of resurrection hope as the foundation for enduring lossWe close with the Beatitudes — a moving benediction over every soul in a season of grief. This is a conversation full of compassion, biblical depth, and the kind of hope that is honest enough to hold sorrow alongside it.Resources Mentioned:Mourning God: Grieving Loss, Wrestling with God, and Finding Your Way Back to Life by Tiffany Stein - https://www.navpress.com/p/mourning-god/9781641589833Spotify Playlist inspired by the themes of Mourning God - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0tzsO1vVNYZAwHX01H3WaA?si=08d1ca13138d44cdThe Critical Journey: Stages in the Life of Faith by Janet Hagberg & Robert GuelichEmotionally Healthy Spirituality by Pete ScazzeroWalking with God through Pain and Suffering by Tim KellerScripture references: Psalm 27:13, Psalm 42–43, Psalm 88, Isaiah 53, John 11, Luke 23"You Bring the Morning" — song by Andy SquyresSubscribe to The Upwards Podcast wherever you get your podcasts, and visit slbf.org/studio for more conversations and resources.

Trust is everything in the coach-client relationship. In this solo episode, Meg explores “The Trust Triangle,” a three-dimensional framework that reframes trust in coaching beyond simply the coach-client relationship. Drawing on client stories and 17+ years of teaching coaches, Meg breaks down the three interconnected dimensions of trust that determine whether coaching truly creates transformation: the relational trust between coach and client, the client's trust in themselves, and the client's trust in the coaching process. You'll learn practical strategies for assessing, strengthening, and protecting each dimension, along with an understanding of how these strategies provide coaches with a powerful diagnostic tool when sessions feel stuck. Join us to learn more!Show Highlights:Understanding three dimensions of trust:The trust between coach and clientMutual respect and trust are built with presence, consistency, confidentiality, appropriate boundaries, and honest authenticity.Things that erode trust: breaking confidentiality, being inconsistent, focusing on our own needs, defensiveness, trying to fix or rescue a client, overfunctioningMeg's tips for applying these principles to build trustThe client's trust in themselvesFully stepping into the coaching process and moving from insight into action requires the client to trust themselves.Building self-trust in your client happens when they fully access their inner knowledge, hold space to celebrate micro-wins, reframe failures as data, and normalize the “messy middle.”Things that erode self-trust: a coach who gives advice, rescues a client from discomfort, and is too attached to the client's successMeg's tips for building the client's self-trustTrust in the coaching processIt's a challenge to leave our expertise at the door and let the client be the expert in their life.Building process-trust depends on how we set the stage with clear expectations, help create early wins, make the “invisible” become visible, and be transparent about the process.Things that erode a client's trust in the process: meandering sessions, abstract/philosophical coaching full of promises that can't be kept, and having no structure or clear coaching agreementMeg's tips for building trust in the coaching process (Begin with a clear coaching agreement!)The trust triangle gives the coach a new perspective (a measuring stick) to explore and be curious about what's going on with the client. Meg explains how to use the triangle as a diagnostic tool.Hear Meg's practical strategies for leaning into each leg of the trust triangle through rapport-building,

Are you someone who is locked in with food during the week? You're disciplined, structured, productive, following your eating plan, no "junk" food in the house... being "good"...And then as Friday night hits, it's like a switch flips.You can finally relax, allow yourself to have the foods you've been avoiding, and you end up eating in a way that doesn't feel great for your body throughout the entire weekend. So you tell yourself: “It's fine. I'll just get back on track Monday.”In this episode, we're talking about how this pattern might be showing you something deeper in your relationship with food and why it's something that we absolutely want to address. I know this cycle very well, because I repeated it for years. What I didn't realize at the time is that it was keeping me stuck in fear, anxiety and lack of trust around food.  I talk about:The fear of weight gain that keeps you gripping so tightlyWhy avoiding certain foods keeps the fear aliveHow bringing previously “trigger” foods back into your home actually builds trustThe carrot cake experiment Luke did that completely shifted his belief around losing controlWhy your future self with food freedom is not stuck in this weekday/weekend divideIf you want to get to a point where you can enjoy ALL foods without any fear of losing control...Where the weekends are just like any other day...And where you truly have the balance and consistency that help you feel great in your body...This episode is for you.Resources Mentioned:Get my 8-Step Guide To Eat Your Trigger Foods Without Losing Control : https://sabrinamagnan.com/triggerfood

Circus Is Sport — So Why Aren't We Treating It That Way?Performing artists train like elite athletes — but they're rarely treated like them in healthcare.In this episode, Emily Scherb (The Circus Doc) shares:How she transitioned from professional circus performer to PTWhy circus participation is exploding across the U.S.What “adult-onset circus” meansWhy pole dancers avoid seeking careThe stigma problem in healthcareHow load management applies to performing artistsWhy saying “I don't know” builds trustThe massive business opportunity PTs are missingKey TakeawaysCircus artists are athletes.Performing arts lack a strong culture of training load management.PTs don't need to be experts — just curious and respectful.Niching down builds authority and trust.This population is actively looking for clinicians who understand them.Guest LinksWebsite: https://www.thecircusdoc.comInstagram: @thecircusdocLinkedIn: Emily Scherb

If Part 1 helped you see yourself more clearly, this episode is where everything shifts.