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A Perfect Run — With CracksPerfect in Europe, Uncertain at the Back — What Arsenal Must Fix Before LeedsArsenal close out the Champions League League Phase with a perfect record — eight wins from eight — but the performance against Kairat raises uncomfortable questions beneath the surface.Gav and Jus break down a night that should have felt routine, but instead reinforced growing concerns around defensive concentration, individual errors, and Arsenal's recent inability to protect leads. Despite controlling the game, creating heavily, and topping the group in style, the conversation quickly turns to why clean sheets have disappeared and why “control” — once Arsenal's defining strength — is starting to erode.There's analysis of Kai Havertz's return, Viktor Gyökeres' night in front of goal, Gabriel Jesus' ongoing role in the squad, and the balance between occupying defenders versus offering genuine attacking threat. The discussion also looks at Martin Ødegaard's form, the noise surrounding his place in the side, and whether changes in midfield would actually solve the bigger issues at play.Attention then shifts to what comes next. With Leeds United up next in the league, the hosts examine why this fixture could act as another reset point — much like it has in previous seasons — and what Arsenal must rediscover if they're to re-establish their defensive authority and momentum in the title race.There's also the weekly Who Am I? game, a look ahead to key Premier League fixtures elsewhere, and Jus' latest Six Pack, ranking the best seasons by newly promoted teams in Premier League history.A perfect European run. Plenty of goals. But with standards slipping at the back, the bigger test may still lie ahead.
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What does it mean to remain faithful when life feels uncertain? Adrienne Gold Davis sits down with Momentum's Founding Director, Lori Palatnik, for a thoughtful conversation about Emunah, not as blind belief, but as lived faithfulness rooted in responsibility, courage, and presence. Drawing on Jewish wisdom, leadership experience, and personal reflection, Lori shares how Emunah shows up in real life: in moments of doubt, in leadership decisions, and in the quiet daily choices Jewish women make for their families and communities. The Rise & Shine Podcast Series is made possible by the generous support of Bonnie Vozar of Chicago, Illinois. If you would like to sponsor an upcoming podcast, please email us at info@momentumunlimited.org
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AI data centers are driving rapid demand growth, exposing the limits of traditional electricity forecasting and planning. --- Electricity demand in the United States is rising fast, fueled in large part by the rapid expansion of AI data centers. Grid operators have repeatedly revised their demand forecasts upward as they try to anticipate how much new power these facilities, along with other emerging loads such as advanced manufacturing and crypto mining, will require. In January, however, something unexpected happened. PJM Interconnection, the nation’s largest grid operator, lowered its demand growth outlook, just weeks after a capacity auction driven by expectations of booming demand produced record high prices. Estimating how much electricity new data centers and other large loads will actually add to the grid is difficult, and the uncertainty cuts both ways. Overestimating demand can leave consumers paying for grid infrastructure that never gets fully used. Underestimating it can threaten reliability. All of this is playing out as the rapid buildout of data centers is increasingly framed as a question of economic competitiveness and national security. On the podcast, Shana Ramirez and Arne Olson of Energy and Environmental Economics argue that while improving forecast accuracy remains important, uncertainty itself needs to play a more central role in how the grid is planned and governed. In a recent E3 paper, they lay out why demand forecasts will remain imperfect, and why grid rules and planning processes should be designed to work across a range of possible outcomes rather than relying on a single view of the future. Ramirez and Olson discuss the reliability and cost challenges this uncertainty creates and describe governance approaches that could help the power system remain reliable and affordable as new loads come online. Shana Ramirez is director, asset valuation and markets at E3. Arne Olson is a senior partner at E3. Related Content: Boomtowns in the Battery Belt: Risks and Opportunities of Clean Energy Investments in Small Towns of America https://kleinmanenergy.upenn.edu/research/publications/boomtowns-in-the-battery-belt-risks-and-opportunities-of-clean-energy-investments-in-small-towns-of-america/ Energy System Planning: New Models for Accelerating Decarbonization https://kleinmanenergy.upenn.edu/research/publications/energy-system-planning-new-models-for-accelerating-decarbonization/ Energy Policy Now is produced by The Kleinman Center for Energy Policy at the University of Pennsylvania. For all things energy policy, visit kleinmanenergy.upenn.edu.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Re-Air Date: 01–26-26 Original Air Date: 06-09-24 Unless you were a member in June of 2024, this episode of SOLVED! will be brand new to you! If you were a member back then, THANK YOU and this one is worth a re-listen. We're slowing down production for a little bit to reorganize our production processes, so enjoy this episode from our archives (and before YouTube) where Jay!, Amanda, Deon, and Erin discuss: - How the media focus on the "politics" of an event trivializes the impact that event has on real people - The detrimental effects combining the daily news grind and the prioritization of profits forces has on news coverage - How keeping news coverage light and ignoring the effects of neoliberalism leaves desperate people vulnerable to fascism - The way history is repeating itself when it comes to news media not treating a demagogue's rhetoric as the emergency it is - The difference between symbolic beliefs vs factual beliefs FOLLOW US ON: YouTube (This full episode premieres on YouTube on Friday - please share!) Bluesky Instagram Facebook Mastadon REFERENCES: Why Americans Hate the Media - The Atlantic (1996) The Media Still Doesn't Grasp the Danger of Trump - The Intercept Don't Believe What They're Telling You About Misinformation - The New Yorker TAKE ACTION: How to Support Minneapolis Communities In a blue state? Help stop ICE overreach No Kings Next Steps Free DC Project: FOR ALLIES ACROSS THE COUNTRY - Tell Congress to stand down the federal escalation One Million Rising Trainings Use the 5 Calls app for scripts and to reach all your elected officials Capitol Switchboard: 202-224-3121 Find your Indivisible group - or start one Join our Discord Server Reach us via Signal: Bestoftheleft.01 Leave a message at 202-999-3991 Produced by: Jay! Tomlinson Thanks for listening! Visit us at BestOfTheLeft.com Contact me directly at Jay@BestOfTheLeft.com Review the show on Apple Podcasts!
Andrew McCutchen and the Pirates are having what appears to be a messy divorce. It seems the Pirates are avoiding the McCutchen talk. McCutchen took to social media to talk about how frustrated he is with the Pirates. If he's not coming back the Pirates deserve to tell him. The Penguins won again in Vancouver and Ben Kindel scored two goals. Dan Muse has gotten the most out of this roster and has good depth scoring.
Hour 3 with Bob Pompeani and Joe Starkey: Art Rooney II thinks the Steelers have been in contention over the years. He said there is frustration but he would rather be in contention. Joe thinks that Art is under the delusion that he is contending. Bill Cowher and Willie Colon are very happy about the hire! Andrew McCutchen wants to come back but the Pirates don't see they want to commit to Cutch again.
Dr. Motaz Ebeido started his PT company in 2016 with nothing but a DPT degree and a vision. Eight years later, he's built a $10 million company with over 100 employees.But it wasn't a straight line.He felt cornered when he opened his second location. Uncertain when he tried to scale beyond himself as a provider. Uncomfortable when he passed 100 employees and COVID hit at the same time.His philosophy for getting through it? Execution. Small wins. Momentum.Now he's targeting 100 locations over the next 5 to 7 years through organic growth and acquisitions.In this episode, we dig into:→ What marketing channels are actually driving patients into his clinics right now→ How he replicates acquisition systems across multiple locations→ What happens when he acquires a clinic and integrates their marketingIf you're trying to figure out how to scale past yourself as a provider, this one's for you.Pay the fee: if you get value, share this episode with one clinic owner who needs to hear it.Check out more of Dr. Motaz's work below: PT Organization: handsofhopeny.comBilling Company: gobill.co
Guest preacher Lee Coate brings us his message "The Tribe of the Transplanted."Uncertain about God and faith? Peak City is a safe place to discover more about God and faith without any pressure. Come and see who Jesus really is and what he's really all about!Our mission is to help people discover Jesus and follow Him fearlessly by being raw, passionate, and clear. Visit peakcityco.com to find out more and we hope to see you in person soon!
Check out our new episode on Circle Of Debate as in Episode 272 Uncertain Decisions featuring our Brother Henry From The ChokeSlam Wrestling Report as we discuss....Best Or Worst decision for free agents to land Pro Wrestling Creative decisions in jeopardy ? WWE SNME PreviewAnd More!Make sure you subscribe to our channel and enjoy the show!!!Subcribe to THE CHOKESLAM WRESTLING REPORT LINK BELOW : / @thechokeslamwrestlingrepor5521 ==================================Find us wherever you find Circle Of Debatehttps://linktr.ee/CircleOfDebate==================================The Wrestling Delorean Podcasthttps://linktr.ee/wrestlingdeloreanpo..==================================Get your TRWT Merch at the Link belowhttps://trwtmerch.threadless.com/==================================For all sports news, & entertainment news, pro wrestling & more go to https://gamebreakersports.com/==================================GETCHO PODCAST https://linktr.ee/getchopodcast#wweroyalrumble #aewrevolution #wwesnme #wwe #aew #njpw #tnawrestling #wwenxt #wrestlingnewsnow #wrestlingshow #wrestling #prowrestlingnews #professionalwrestling #wrestlingnewsofficial #wrestlingcommunity #wrestlingnewsandrumors #wrestlingtalk #sportsentertainment #prowrestlingnews #professionalwrestling #prowrestling #aewnews #wwenews #nxtnews #tnawrestlingnews #tnaimpact #wweraw #wwesmackdown #nxt #aewdynamite #aewcollision #tonykhan #tripleh #tommydreamer #shawnmichaels #circleofdebate #losangelesprowrestlingpodcast #newyorkprowrestlingpodcast #chicagoprowrestlingpodcast #wrestlingnation #wrestlingnetwork #wrestlingnewstamil #jacobfatu #konosuketakeshita #codyrhodeswwe #jadecargillwwe #stephanievaquer #ethanpage #rickysaints #obafemi #cmpunk #bronbreakker #willhobbs #willospreay #kennyomega #kazuchikaokada #krisstatlander #timelesstonistorm #thekla #thejudgmentday #finnbalor #dominikmysterio #livmorgan #randyorton #samizayn #joehendry #nicnemeth #deathriders #jonmoxley #markbriscoe #mjf #mikesantana #drewmcintyre #saraya #wweroyalrumble #aewrevolution #wwesnme
n this episode, we explore why uncertainty often intensifies at the start of a new year and how this in-between phase is actually a powerful period of shedding and recalibration. I share what this season can feel like emotionally and energetically, along with grounded practices to stay anchored while clarity is still forming. If you've been feeling unsettled, tender, or “not quite there yet,” this episode is a gentle reminder that you're not behind - you're integrating. Things Mentioned: 1:1 Life Coaching with Zoey Kambo Ceremonies in Toronto Free Resources: The Digital Nomad Playbook Guaranteed Abundance Morning Journal Prompts Reflect, Reset & Radiate Journal Prompts Monthly Intention Setting Workbook FREE Inspirational Emails If you enjoyed this episode please rate & review it on Spotify & Apple Podcasts. More from Zoey: Website | Instagram YouTube - Main Channel | Vlog Channel
Send us a textEpisode Summary: In this episode of the PIO Podcast, Robert interviews Gaurav Gupta, head of R&D at Kotter, discussing the transformative role of AI in public information and communication. Gaurav shares insights on generative AI's impact on content creation, the importance of effective communication strategies, and the need for transparency in AI usage. They explore the challenges posed by misinformation, the need to reskill the workforce, and the importance of aligning AI tools with agency strategies. The conversation emphasizes that AI should be viewed as an enabler of change rather than a replacement for human roles, underscoring the importance of leadership and adaptability in navigating the evolving AI landscape.Gaurav's BIO: GAURAV GUPTA has been helping organizations and individuals unleash potential and maximize business outcomes for over 20 years. His expertise is in change leadership and strategy execution. By combining thinking from behavioral science, leadership development, and strategy implementation, he has advised leaders on their most important business initiatives across industries as diverse as finance, healthcare, extraction, oil and gas, and chemicals. Having worked in over 10 countries, Gaur3av draws on extensive global experience in collaborating with leaders to develop and implement new ways of working in their organizations. Gaurav is the head of R+D at Kotter and collaborates with Dr. John Kotter, the world-renowned expert on change and leadership, to develop the most successful approaches to create large-scale change and greater adaptability. Gaurav is the co-author of the book Change: How Organizations Achieve Hard-to-Imagine Results in Uncertain and Volatile Times. Gaurav represents Kotter through speaking engagements, consulting, and facilitated learning events. Gaurav also co-founded Ka Partners, a firm established to help growing startups perform better through greater employee engagement, more efficient resource utilization, and better decision-making. Gaurav has delivered keynote addresses for corporate clients and at various conferences. He has published numerous articles, including in HBR, MIT Sloan Review, and Forbes, and has been quoted in publications like The Wall Street Journal, Financial Times, and USA Today. He holds a Master of Science in Aerospace Engineering from Cornell University and a Bachelor's degree in Physics from Middlebury College, where he graduated summa cum laude. Support the showOur premiere sponsor, Social News Desk, has an exclusive offer for PIO Podcast listeners. Head over to socialnewsdesk.com/pio to get three months free when a qualifying agency signs up.
Join our newly-launched Patreon community! https://www.patreon.com/c/ModernAncestralMamas Why does modern parenting feel so overwhelming, exhausting, and lonely, even when we are doing everything “right”? In this episode, Corey and Christine dive deep into what has quietly changed about childhood, parenting, and family life over the last decade. From screen saturation to over-scheduling, they explore why so many kids are struggling today and how a simple return to nature, play, and trust can radically shift family dynamics. This conversation is a hopeful reminder that small, intentional changes can lead to calmer homes, more resilient kids, and a more enjoyable motherhood.
Show Notes As part of the Develop This! 2026 Crystal Ball Series, host Dennis Fraise sits down with Andy Coe, Principal at Convergent Nonprofit Solutions, to explore what lies ahead for economic development organization (EDO) funding as communities head toward 2026. With public funding under pressure and competition for private dollars increasing, this episode delivers a candid, practical conversation about risk management, revenue diversification, and leadership strategy. Andy draws on his national experience working alongside EDOs, chambers, and nonprofit organizations to explain why some communities will struggle—and why others will emerge stronger than ever. Dennis and Andy also reflect on the long-standing relationship between Develop This! and Convergent Nonprofit Solutions, highlighting shared values around leadership, transparency, and sustainable community investment. Listeners will gain insight into: Why waiting for funding clarity is no longer an option How strong investor relationships and communication can stabilize—or grow—budgets What EDO leaders must do to clearly articulate impact in a crowded funding environment How asking better questions can uncover hidden community capacity and opportunity Why organizations that lead with purpose and data will outperform those that rely on legacy funding models Key Takeaways Proactive leadership is essential to mitigating funding risk Diversifying revenue sources is no longer optional—it's foundational Strong, authentic relationships drive fundraising success Clear communication of impact builds investor confidence Asking the right questions reveals new funding and partnership opportunities
High Production Doesn't Mean Security Anymore Many productive real estate agents are closing deals consistently — yet still feel like their business resets every month. In this episode, we break down why production alone no longer creates certainty, and what's actually required to build stability in today's market. This conversation is for full-time, experienced agents who want more predictable income, better structure, and a business built around listings instead of constant lead chasing. This is the same framework we coach inside Libertas. Learn more at:https://WhyLibertas.com This content is not for part-timers or brand-new agents.
Episode Overview In this episode, John Kitchens sat down with Jeff Thibodeau, a real estate veteran with nearly two decades of experience who has seen the industry from every seat—agent, team leader, brokerage owner, investor, and mentor. Jeff shares his full-circle journey through real estate: from entering the business during the financial crash, to building high-performing teams and a brokerage, to stepping away—and ultimately returning with a renewed focus on simplicity, freedom, and intentional design. Together, John and Jeff unpack what it really takes to thrive in uncertain markets, why top producers continue to gain market share, and how agents must evolve from being information gatekeepers to trusted advisors who sell certainty in an increasingly complex world. This conversation is a masterclass in mindset, leadership, client communication, and designing a real estate business that supports your life—not consumes it. Key Topics Covered Jeff's Full-Circle Real Estate Journey Entering real estate during the financial crash and surviving early uncertainty Leveraging online marketing and lead generation before it was mainstream Building teams, operational systems, and eventually a brokerage Selling the brokerage and rediscovering a simpler, more intentional business model Growth vs. Fulfillment The pressure of "always scaling" and chasing the next level How growth environments can both accelerate success and lead to burnout Recognizing when a season of life calls for simplicity instead of expansion Why production isn't a "low-level task" if it aligns with your strengths Market Cycles & Mindset Why your brain goes to "zero" in challenging markets—and how to fight that instinct Understanding that markets never stop producing opportunities Why top agents gain market share when others retreat The reality that today's market requires more effort, not less Lead Generation & Client Qualification Why everything starts at the front of the funnel Generating more conversations to avoid desperation decisions The danger of taking B, C, and D clients in a tough market How scarcity thinking destroys profitability The Skill That Matters Most Right Now Why having uncomfortable conversations is the #1 skill in today's market Disagreeing with clients without losing trust—or the relationship Leading clients through reality instead of avoiding conflict Framing conversations to maintain authority and professionalism Leadership & Certainty as the New Value Proposition Why consumers feel more informed than ever Moving from a knowledge-based role to a wisdom-based role Selling certainty in a market filled with fear and complexity Why clients pay for confidence, clarity, and leadership—not access to data AI, Smarter Consumers & the Future of Agent Value Why information is no longer the differentiator How AI empowers consumers—and agents who adapt Reframing your value as guidance, judgment, and execution Becoming the calm, trusted professional clients rely on Resources & Mentions Jeff Thibodeau YouTube Channel – Real-world strategies and market insights John Kitchens Executive Coaching → JohnKitchens.coach The 8 Stages of the Real Estate Business → The8Stages.com Crucial Conversations – Recommended for improving difficult client conversations Final Takeaway The agents who win in today's market aren't louder, cheaper, or flashier—they're calmer, clearer, and more decisive. As Jeff explains, real estate professionals no longer win by controlling information. They win by delivering certainty, leading difficult conversations, and guiding clients through complexity with confidence. When uncertainty rises, leadership becomes the product. "People don't hire agents for information anymore. They hire them to feel certain they'll reach the finish line." – Jeff Thibodeau Connect with Us: Instagram: @johnkitchenscoach LinkedIn: @johnkitchenscoach Facebook: @johnkitchenscoach If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe and leave a review. Stay tuned for more insights and strategies from the top minds. See you next time!
Lead pastor Petie brings us his message "What Will You Do When God Comes Through?"Uncertain about God and faith? Peak City is a safe place to discover more about God and faith without any pressure. Come and see who Jesus really is and what he's really all about!Our mission is to help people discover Jesus and follow Him fearlessly by being raw, passionate, and clear. Visit peakcityco.com to find out more and we hope to see you in person soon!
Adam Schefter and Ty Schmit of The Pat McAfee Show discuss the fallout from the Steelers' loss, John Harbaugh's options, Matt LaFleur's future, the most important player left in the playoffs, and unveil their divisional round Power Rankings. 0:00 Welcome 3:21 Uncertain futures for Mike Tomlin and Aaron Rodgers 12:37 Where will John Harbaugh coach next season? 17:49 Will the Packers extend Matt LaFleur? 25:53 Why it's a significant time for the Rams 29:51 The most important player left in the playoffs 35:32 Divisional Round Power Rankings Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We look at Harbaugh's meeting with the Falcons and how he's become "the coach" everyone is after. Jerry has the sounds of the Texans' defensive dismantling of the Steelers. We hear from a defiant Mike Tomlin, Plus, an uncertain Aaron Rodgers, and a frustrated Jalen Hurts— and Ben Johnson's blunt take on the Packers and Jaxson Dart's unique podcast appearance. Finally, we wrap things up with a wild new conspiracy theory - in this case "wild" equals "stupid".
On this episode of The Zach Gelb Show, host Zach Gelb, national sports radio personality, reacts in real time to the stunning breaking news that Mike Tomlin has stepped down as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers after 19 seasons. Zach dives into what led to the decision, what it means for the franchise, and where the Steelers go from here. Former Steelers cornerback Bryant McFadden, two-time Super Bowl champion and CBS Sports analyst, joins the show to share his personal perspective on playing for Tomlin, what the coach meant to the locker room, and why this moment feels like the end of an era in Pittsburgh. Later, Shawne “Lights Out” Merriman, former NFL All-Pro linebacker and founder of Lights Out Xtreme Fighting, weighs in on the coaching carousel, Tomlin's future, and the ripple effect this move could have across the NFL. #NFL #Steelers #Pittsburgh #MikeTomlin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Real estate feels different right now—and if you've sensed the uncertainty, you're not alone. In this first episode of the new season of Melissa, Unscripted, we're talking honestly about what it's like to navigate the market when things feel unpredictable. From shifting headlines and mixed signals to client nerves and decision fatigue, we unpack how to stay grounded, patient, and confident when the noise gets loud.This is a candid, light-hearted conversation about perspective, timing, and trusting the process—whether you're buying, selling, investing, or simply trying to make sense of it all. No hype, no panic—just real talk, real experience, and a reminder that clarity and calm still matter, especially in changing markets.Follow Melissa on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and LinkedIn and send us a comment.melissagreer.com
The year ahead is unknown, but one thing you can control is how you show up. In this episode, Ryan breaks down 26 timeless Stoic rules you can rely on when things feel overwhelming, chaotic, or out of your control.
Lead pastor Petie brings us his message "A New Game Plan," part of our Best Year Ever series.Uncertain about God and faith? Peak City is a safe place to discover more about God and faith without any pressure. Come and see who Jesus really is and what he's really all about!Our mission is to help people discover Jesus and follow Him fearlessly by being raw, passionate, and clear. Visit peakcityco.com to find out more and we hope to see you in person soon!
January doesn't have to start with a financial overhaul. In this special Ask Farnoosh episode, Farnoosh shares why easing into the new year, rather than rushing to reset everything, can lead to better money decisions.She reflects on how she's approaching 2026, what typically happens in the markets at the beginning of the year, and why January is a powerful time to slow down, learn, and reconnect with what matters most. From there, Farnoosh breaks down the week's biggest money stories, including shifting grocery prices, growing anxiety in the housing market, canceled home purchase deals, the return of student loan wage garnishment, and new data suggesting homeownership may feel out of reach for more Americans.The episode also highlights two recent conversations on So Money — with David Bach on building wealth through simple, consistent habits, and with Terri Trespicio on the importance of writing as a practical career skill.Listeners then get answers to thoughtful questions about opening a new credit card after securing a HELOC, what it really means when entrepreneurs say they “didn't pay themselves,” how HSAs work after enrolling in Medicare, and where to safely keep a $20,000 gift intended for a future home purchase. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Farzin discusses the recent report on how players felt about Connor Embree, who was recently let go by the Chiefs. Farzin also asks whether the DV allegation against Rashee Rice hurts his chances of getting a second contract with the Chiefs. Use promo code FARZIN for $20 off SeatGeek for first time customers! Follow Farzin on: Facebook Instagram X/Twitter TikTok Follow The Chiefs Zone on: YouTube Facebook Instagram TikTok
Life is uncertain. Because of that, we should humble. See why as Brett Andrews shares.Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below.If you would like to know more about New Life, who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, visit http://newlife.church. Or you can fill out a digital connection card at http://newlife.church/connect - we would love to get to know you better!
In this episode, Alan and Cat talk to writer Thomas Ha. They discuss the effects of covid on genre, Lit RPG, cozey fiction, writing across genres, Clarkesworld Magazine, Matt Diniman, Brian Evenson, preserving the status quo, writing villains, writing children, killing children in prose, inventing monsters, Thomas' recent collection, Uncertain Sons, and much more. You can find Uncertain Sons And Other Stories here: https://undertowpublications.com/shop/uncertain-sons
Join NFL Legends James "Deebo" Harrison and Joe Haden as react to the biggest football news ahead of the 2025 NFL playoffs where they discuss the Pittsburgh Steelers matchup vs. the Houston Texans, the Cleveland Browns QB situation with rookie Shedeur Sanders, John Harbaugh's future in Baltimore, and much more! Download the PrizePicks app today and use code DEEBOJOE to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup! https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/DEEBOJOE Timeline:00:00 - Deebo Respond to Butta09:45 - Exec throws shade to Steelers25:15 - Browns GM not committed to QB31:00 - Texas Tech QB NIL Deal36:48 - Will John Harbaugh Return to Ravens?38:35 - Tua wants out of Miami?43:17 - Russell Wilson Undisclosed Injury49:14 - Play or Fade presented by PrizePicks (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #Club #NightcapSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nicolás Maduro, the former president of Venezuela, appeared alongside his wife before a federal judge in New York on Monday. They were taken by American soldiers early Saturday on orders of President Trump. On Monday, administration officials were briefing members of Congress, who were not notified before the operation, on what would come next. Nick Schifrin reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy
Nicolás Maduro, the former president of Venezuela, appeared alongside his wife before a federal judge in New York on Monday. They were taken by American soldiers early Saturday on orders of President Trump. On Monday, administration officials were briefing members of Congress, who were not notified before the operation, on what would come next. Nick Schifrin reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy
Join Las Vegas Raiders on Si Beat Writer Hondo Carpenter and family discussing the Silver and Black on the most recent Ridin' w/ the Carpenters on PFI, Pro Football Insiders. #Raiders #RaidersNation #NFL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Creative director Josh brings us his message "Align Your Time," part of our Best Year Ever series.Uncertain about God and faith? Peak City is a safe place to discover more about God and faith without any pressure. Come and see who Jesus really is and what he's really all about!Our mission is to help people discover Jesus and follow Him fearlessly by being raw, passionate, and clear. Visit peakcityco.com to find out more and we hope to see you in person soon!
Let's take a breather from heavy content and take a look back at last year in this light but spicy episode! The good, the less good, and the disgusting. All that in barely an hour!## Timestamps(00:00:00) INTRO(00:01:32) Pablo Galindo SPACE(00:06:20) PART 1: 2025 - the good, the uncertain, and the disgusting(00:07:06) Good: free threading(00:15:34) Good: remote debugging(00:17:31) Good: Python Installation Manager on Windows(00:19:44) The juicy bits(00:20:12) Uncertain: the JIT(00:21:04) Uncertain: Steering Council elections(00:25:01) Uncertain: another type checker(00:28:57) Disgusting: the TIOBE index(00:34:03) Disgusting: Mojo(00:38:12) Disgusting: underinvestment(00:44:53) The Future(00:56:41) PART 2: PR OF THE WEEK(01:05:32) PART 3: WHAT'S GOING ON IN CPYTHON(01:08:00) Performance(01:11:47) Free threading(01:14:04) OUTRO
Send us a textAs we step into a new year, many people are carrying uncertainty, unanswered questions, and heavy situations they didn't plan for.In this week's Midweek Motivation, Jess sits down with Rachel for a deeply honest conversation about hope—what it really is, how God meets us in hard moments, and how to recognize His presence when life feels overwhelming.This episode explores what it looks like to rest in God instead of striving, how worship reshapes our perspective, and why hope isn't found in having answers—but in trusting the One who does.Discover:What biblical hope actually means (and what it doesn't)How God meets us in moments of fear, silence, and uncertaintyWhy resting in God often comes before clarityHow worship re-centers our hearts when life feels heavyPractical ways to recognize God's presence in everyday momentsHope doesn't mean everything turns out how we want.It means we're not walking through it alone.Key Takeaways:Hope is rooted in God's presence, not outcomesRest often creates space to see God more clearlyWorship shifts our focus from the problem to God's faithfulnessGod meets us differently—but always intentionallyYou don't need all the answers to take the next faithful stepA Question for You to Think About:Where might God be inviting you to rest and trust Him instead of striving for control?If this episode encouraged you, be sure to subscribe, share it with someone who needs hope, and leave a review to help others find it.
The commercial real estate recovery everyone expected in 2025 did not arrive. Instead, investors are being forced to rethink risk, cash flow, and capital allocation heading into 2026. In this episode of the Espace Montreal Podcast, Axel Monsaingeon speaks with Marie-Claire Laflamme-Sanders, Senior Vice President and Practice Lead within Avison Young's Québec Capital Markets Team, about why net lease real estate has become one of the most resilient investment strategies in today's uncertain market. Drawing on insights from the Toronto Real Estate Forum and active transactions across Canada, Marie-Claire explains how investors are pricing stability, why single-tenant assets are back in favor, and how net leases function as a hybrid between real estate and corporate bonds. The conversation also covers the return of interest in office real estate, the rise of sale-leaseback transactions as companies unlock capital, and why Montreal continues to attract both private and institutional investors despite ongoing political and economic headwinds. This episode offers a grounded, real-world look at how sophisticated investors are protecting cash flow and positioning portfolios for the next phase of the cycle. Topics & Timestamps
Mark Divine and Bill Murphy share insights on cultivating a warrior mindset and building mental toughness, essential for effective leadership strategies. This episode explores the principles of navy seal leadership and how to embrace resilience training. Discover how to integrate high performance habits into your daily routine for personal and professional growth, aligning with the unbeatable mind philosophy.Bill shares how his worst business year in nearly three decades forced a deeper internal reckoning—and why pursuing extreme physical challenges, including seven marathons on seven continents in seven days, became a catalyst for inner transformation rather than ego-driven achievement.This conversation goes far beyond endurance sports. Together, they explore:-Why most goals fail without a strong emotional “why”-How to build a bag of whys that sustains commitment under pressure-The mental frameworks that eliminate quitting without suppressing emotion-How breath control, mindset, micro-goals, and service to others work together-Why growth requires both individual strength and team connection-The difference between suffering that builds you and suffering that breaks youIf you're a leader, entrepreneur, or high performer navigating uncertainty—and you're looking for a grounded way to stay disciplined, purposeful, and resilient—this episode provides a clear, actionable path forward.Unlock your full potential and lead with courage, clarity, and purpose—join The Unbeatable Tribe and become truly unbeatable in life and leadership.Join for free for 7 days: The Unbeatable Tribe → https://www.skool.com/unbeatable-mastery-tribe/aboutThe Unbeatable Leader Challenge is back starting January 13th, this time we're making it FREE to join on this training. Kick off 2026 with a growth mindset to win the winner war, achieve front-sight focus, and build an unbeatable team in 2026.Join for free: The Unbeatable Leader Challenge → https://www.unbeatableleader.comMark uses BUBS Naturals daily for focus, recovery, and hydration—all built on a mission to honor a fallen Navy SEAL. Use code UNBEATABLE for 20% off any one time purchase or subscription at bubsnaturals.comBill Links:Website: https://thebillmurphy.com/Book: https://a.co/d/aBBiPHXInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/billmurphy_thriveLinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/williambmurphy/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thrivinginthestormMark Links: Website: https://markdivine.comThe Unbeatable Tribe: https://www.skool.com/unbeatable-mastery-tribe/aboutDivine Inspiration Newsletter: https://markdivine.com/newsletterYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@markdivineofficial/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markdivineofficialLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markdivine/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/markdivineofficial/Subscribe to https://www.youtube.com/@markdivineofficial for more inspiring conversations on leadership, growth, and impact.Rate and review the show to help us reach more listeners.Share your thoughts and takeaways in the comments!#MarkDivine #BillMurphy #Resilience #MentalToughness #LeadershipPodcast #HighPerformance #ThrivingInTheStorm #EnduranceMindset #Discipline #PurposeDrivenLife #PersonalGrowth #NeverQuit #UnbeatableMindTimestamps:00:00 Introduction: bubsnaturals.com Code: Unbeatable01:13 Guest Introduction: Bill Murphy01:38 Bill's Athletic Achievements01:50 The Great World Race: 7 Marathons on 7 Continents03:09 Mental and Physical Challenges of the Race08:03 Training and Preparation Insights12:04 Reflections on the Experience18:46 Leadership and Mental Toughness23:37 Understanding the 'Big I' and 'Little i'24:19 The Importance of Knowing Your 'Why'25:57 Heart vs. Ego in Overcoming Challenges27:05 The Power of Teamwork and Character in SEAL Training28:43 Balancing Individualism and Teamwork31:17 Transforming Through Training and Resilience37:40 Setting Goals and the FITS Model46:09 The Importance of Continuous Challenges48:58 Concluding Thoughts on Growth and DisciplineSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli sits down with David Ross, VUCA strategist and author of Confronting the Storm: Regenerating Leadership and Hope in the Age of Uncertainty. David is a renowned expert on VUCA (Volatile, Uncertain, Complex, Ambiguous) environments and has spent his career advising organizations on how to thrive amidst complexity and disruption. With a background as an ecologist, David brings a unique perspective to leadership—one that emphasizes the interconnectedness of the issues facing businesses and society today. His deep understanding of wicked problems, those challenges with no straightforward solutions, forms the backbone of this engaging conversation.The discussion centers around how leaders must adapt to the rapidly changing business landscape, where traditional approaches no longer work. David argues that the old leadership models—based on control and linear thinking—are ill-suited for the challenges we face today. Instead, he advocates for a more collaborative, emotionally intelligent, and resilient leadership style, one that embraces uncertainty rather than fighting it. He explains how technology, climate change, and societal shifts are creating a world that's more BANI (Brittle, Anxious, Nonlinear, and Incomprehensible), and what leaders need to do to stay ahead.Throughout the episode, David draws on his extensive experience advising CEOs and leadership teams, offering practical insights into how organizations can navigate the unpredictability of today's environment. He also delves into the importance of hope and optimism, even in times of crisis, and how leaders can turn challenges into opportunities for growth and innovation. Actionable Takeaways:You'll learn why traditional leadership models based on control and linear thinking are no longer effective in today's VUCA world—and what you need to replace them with.Hear how embracing uncertainty and fostering resilience can transform how your organization responds to crises and wicked problems.Discover the power of emotional intelligence in leadership and why listening is just as important as speaking in today's collaborative environments.Find out what David means by a BANI world (Brittle, Anxious, Nonlinear, and Incomprehensible) and how leaders can adapt to thrive in these unpredictable times.Explore the importance of hope and optimism in leadership and how turning crises into opportunities is key to long-term success.Understand why future literacy and foresight are critical tools for leaders looking to anticipate change and guide their organizations through complexity.Learn why David believes that normalcy has left the building and how leaders must evolve to lead effectively in this new reality.Hear David's insights on why collaboration—not isolation—is the future of leadership and how diverse perspectives fuel innovation.Gain insight into why scenario planning is a powerful tool for leaders to prepare for multiple futures and make better strategic decisions.Connect with David RossDavid Ross Website Confronting the Storm: Regenerating Leadership and Hope in the Age of UncertaintyDavid Ross LinkedInConnect with Mahan Tavakoli: Mahan Tavakoli Website Mahan Tavakoli on LinkedIn Partnering Leadership Website
Today's Song of the Day is “The Uncertain Seas” from The Lowest Pair's album Always As Young As We'll Ever Be, out January 23.
Lead pastor Petie brings us his Christmas 2025 message "The Gift You Never Asked For But Always Needed."Uncertain about God and faith? Peak City is a safe place to discover more about God and faith without any pressure. Come and see who Jesus really is and what he's really all about!Our mission is to help people discover Jesus and follow Him fearlessly by being raw, passionate, and clear. Visit peakcityco.com to find out more and we hope to see you in person soon!
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What do you do when you're standing in the middle, the space between God's promise and its fulfillment? When answers feel delayed, emotions feel loud, and uncertainty tries to speak louder than faith? In this episode of The Journey to Becoming Podcast, we dive into what it truly means to trust God in the middle and why the words we speak matter more than we often realize. As believers, we always have a choice: we can agree with fear, circumstances, and opinions or we can declare the Word of God over our lives and situations. God's Word is not just encouragement it is truth, and it always stands above feelings, culture, and human opinion. This episode will encourage you to anchor your faith in Scripture, speak life in uncertain seasons, and trust that God is working even when you can't yet see the outcome. Together, we reflect on powerful verses that remind us where our trust belongs. If you're in a season of waiting, believing, or learning to silence the noise around you, this conversation will help you recenter your heart on God's promises and remind you that what God says will always outweigh what the world thinks. ✨ Because when we speak His Word, we align ourselves with truth — and truth always leads us forward. Scriptures Referenced: Proverbs 3:5-6 Jeremiah 17:7-8 Psalm 118:8 Romans 15:13 Psalm 20:7 Psalm 56:3-4 Psalm 37:3-5 1 Peter 5:10 Romans 8:28 Isaiah 60:22 Xoxo Coach Joy JOIN THE FREE 5 DAY BECOMING A WOMAN OF VALUE CHALLENGE
Week 16 is upon us as is our fantasy preview show for the weekend slate. Justin Boone joins Matt Harmon to breakdown every fantasy angle of Week 16. The two tackle Boone's 6-pack of questions and Harmons' 3 games of the week. The two then end the show with our wildly entertaining ‘hurry up offense' segment.(1:00) Matt's Solo TNF Recap: Seahawks 38, Rams 37(31:30) Boone's 6 Pack of Questions(1:33:30) No One's Games of the Week: NYJ @ NO, MIN @ NYG, KC @TEN(1:53:00) Hurry Up Offense Subscribe to the Yahoo Fantasy Forecast on your favorite podcast app:
Feeling disconnected from religion… yet deeply drawn to something more? Curious about Jesus, but blocked by the language, the dogma, or past experiences? This isn't about believing the “right” thing. It's about remembering the truth beneath it all. In this powerful episode, I sit down with spiritual teacher and bestselling author Marianne Williamson to explore Jesus as a mystic, love as a practice, and what spiritual awakening really looks like in modern life.Marianne shares how to move beyond words like God or Jesus if they feel activating, and instead connect with the universal principles that sit at the heart of all true spirituality. We talk about the current state of the world and the inner work it's calling us into, why living your values matters more than preaching them, and how discipline and devotion can become anchors for anxiety and emotional overwhelm. We also explore parenting by embodiment, simple daily practices to stay connected to spirit, and what inspired Marianne's midlife awakening and latest book. If you're yearning for deeper meaning, less fear, and a love-based way of living that feels inclusive and real, this conversation will open something inside you.Head to www.melissaambrosini.com/683 for the show notes.Join my newsletter: www.melissaambrosini.com/newsletterGet my FREE ZenTone Meditation: www.melissaambrosini.com/zentoneFollow me on Instagram: @melissaambrosiniGet Time Magic: www.timemagic.me Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
ITB's Eagles beat reporter Andrew DiCecco gives his insights from covering the Eagles on a daily basis.In this episode, he goes through the injury situation and gives his Wednesday locker room takeaways as the Eagles held their practice at the Linc.
Uncertainty isn't something to fix, but something that actually makes you sharper, more resilient, and more innovative. In this episode, I sit down with Maggie Jackson, to talk about why our brains react the way they do to the unknown, and how leaders can transform uncertainty into focus, creativity, and better decision-making. We dive into why discomfort can be good stress, how curiosity boosts well-being, and practical shifts to help you stay present and grounded when outcomes feel unclear. Tune in for new ways to reframe uncertainty at home, at work, and inside your own mind. Check out our sponsors: Northwest Registered Agent - Protect your privacy, build your brand and get your complete business identity in just 10 clicks and 10 minutes! Visit https://www.northwestregisteredagent.com/achieverfree In this Episode, You Will Learn 00:00 Why our brains interpret uncertainty as a threat. 03:30 What “good stress” looks like in your body. 09:45 How to reframe uncertainty as curiosity instead of dread. 14:15 Why trying new things reduces anxiety over time. 17:00 The science of pausing and “spaciousness” for better problem-solving. 20:30 How do you train yourself and your team to be open to not knowing? 26:30 Why language like “maybe” can strengthen trust and collaboration. 28:00 How exhaustion, pressure, and overload lower our tolerance for uncertainty. 33:00 The link between curiosity, well-being, and better performance. 36:00 How can leaders model uncertainty without appearing weak? Resources + Links Learn more about Maggie's Uncertain book HERE Get a copy of my book - The Anxious Achiever Watch the podcast on YouTube Find more resources on our website morraam.com Follow Follow me: on LinkedIn @morraaronsmele + Instagram @morraam Follow Maggie on LinkedIn: @maggiejackson
#LFC #LiverpoolFC #LiverpoolFootballClub EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/bloodred Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee You can order your copy of the December issue of Blood Red HERE. It is also available to buy in participating retailers in the Liverpool area. On today's Blood Red Podcast, host Mark Jones is joined by the ECHO's LFC writer Paul Gorst to unpack Liverpool's much‑needed home win over Brighton amid ongoing uncertainty around Mohamed Salah's future. The pair break down the key moments, standout performers and tactical tweaks, and assess what the result means for the run‑in, Slot's attacking options and the wider title picture. Tune in for sharp analysis, listener questions and a look ahead to the next tests. Subscribe, listen, and join the discussion in the comments. Get exclusive Liverpool FC podcasts and video content everyday right here. Subscribe to the Blood Red Liverpool FC YouTube Channel and watch daily live shows HERE: https://bit.ly/3OkL9iT Listen and subscribe to the Blood Red Podcast for all your latest Liverpool FC content via Apple and Spotify: APPLE: https://bit.ly/3HfBvKq SPOTIFY: https://bit.ly/3SdsjeH Join our Blood Red podcast group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1656599847979758/ Visit the Liverpool ECHO website: https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/all-about/liverpool-fc Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LivEchoLFC Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LiverpoolEchoLFC Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bloodred_lfc Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bloodred_lfcSubscribe to us on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/bloodredliverpoolfc Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
BONUS: Swimming in Tech Debt — Practical Techniques to Keep Your Team from Drowning in Its Codebase In this fascinating conversation, veteran software engineer and author Lou Franco shares hard-won lessons from decades at startups, Trello, and Atlassian. We explore his book "Swimming in Tech Debt," diving deep into the 8 Questions framework for evaluating tech debt decisions, personal practices that compound over time, team-level strategies for systematic improvement, and leadership approaches that balance velocity with sustainability. Lou reveals why tech debt is often the result of success, how to navigate the spectrum between ignoring debt and rewriting too much, and practical techniques individuals, teams, and leaders can use starting today. The Exit Interview That Changed Everything "We didn't go slower by paying tech debt. We went actually faster, because we were constantly in that code, and now we didn't have to run into problems." — Lou Franco Lou's understanding of tech debt crystallized during an exit interview at Atalasoft, a small startup where he'd spent years. An engineer leaving the company confronted him: "You guys don't care about tech debt." Lou had been focused on shipping features, believing that paying tech debt would slow them down. But this engineer told a different story — when they finally fixed their terrible build and installation system, they actually sped up. They were constantly touching that code, and removing the friction made everything easier. This moment revealed a fundamental truth: tech debt isn't just about code quality or engineering pride. It's about velocity, momentum, and the ability to move fast sustainably. Lou carried this lesson through his career at Trello (where he learned the dangers of rewriting too much) and Atlassian (where he saw enterprise-scale tech debt management). These experiences became the foundation for "Swimming in Tech Debt." Tech Debt Is the Result of Success "Tech debt is often the result of success. Unsuccessful projects don't have tech debt." — Lou Franco This reframes the entire conversation about tech debt. Failed products don't accumulate debt — they disappear before it matters. Tech debt emerges when your code survives long enough to outlive its original assumptions, when your user base grows beyond initial expectations, when your team scales faster than your architecture anticipated. At Atalasoft, they built for 10 users and got 100. At Trello, mobile usage exploded beyond their web-first assumptions. Success creates tech debt by changing the context in which code operates. This means tech debt conversations should happen at different intensities depending on where you are in the product lifecycle. Early startups pursuing product-market fit should minimize tech debt investments — move fast, learn, potentially throw away the code. Growth-stage companies need balanced approaches. Mature products benefit significantly from tech debt investments because operational efficiency compounds over years. Understanding this lifecycle perspective helps teams make appropriate decisions rather than applying one-size-fits-all rules. The 8 Questions Framework for Tech Debt Decisions "Those 8 questions guide you to what you should do. If it's risky, has regressions, and you don't even know if it's gonna work, this is when you're gonna do a project spike." — Lou Franco Lou introduces a systematic framework for evaluating whether to pay tech debt, inspired by Bob Moesta's push-pull forces from product management. The 8 questions create a complete picture: Visibility — Will people outside the team understand what we're doing? Alignment — Does this match our engineering values and target architecture? Resistance — How hard is this code to work with right now? Volatility — How often do we touch this code? Regression Risk — What's the chance we'll introduce new problems? Project Size — How big is this to fix? Estimate Risk — How uncertain are we about the effort required? Outcome Uncertainty — How confident are we the fix will actually improve things? High volatility and high resistance with low regression risk? Pay the debt now. High regression risk with no tests? Write tests first, then reassess. Uncertain outcomes on a big project? Do a spike or proof of concept. The framework prevents both extremes — ignoring costly debt and undertaking risky rewrites without proper preparation. Personal Practices That Compound Daily "When I sit down at my desk, the first thing I do is I pay a little tech debt. I'm looking at code, I'm about to change it, do I even understand it? Am I having some kind of resistance to it? Put in a little helpful comment, maybe a little refactoring." — Lou Franco Lou shares personal habits that create compounding improvements over time. Start each coding session by paying a small amount of tech debt in the area you're about to work — add a clarifying comment, extract a confusing variable, improve a function name. This warms you up, reduces friction for your actual work, and leaves the code slightly better than you found it. The clean-as-you-go philosophy means tech debt never accumulates faster than you can manage it. But Lou's most powerful practice comes at the end of each session: mutation testing by hand. Before finishing for the day, deliberately break something — change a plus to minus, a less-than to less-than-or-equal. See if tests catch it. Often they don't, revealing gaps in test coverage. The key insight: don't fix it immediately. Leave that failing test as the bridge to tomorrow's coding session. It connects today's momentum to tomorrow's work, ensuring you always start with context and purpose rather than cold-starting each day. Mutation Testing: Breaking Things on Purpose "Before I'm done working on a coding session, I break something on purpose. I'll change a plus to a minus, a less than to a less than equals, and see if tests break. A lot of times tests don't break. Now you've found a problem in your test." — Lou Franco Manual mutation testing — deliberately breaking code to verify tests catch the break — reveals a critical gap in most test suites. You can have 100% code coverage and still have untested behavior. A line of code that's executed during tests isn't necessarily tested — the test might not actually verify what that line does. By changing operators, flipping booleans, or altering constants, you discover whether your tests protect against actual logic errors or just exercise code paths. Lou recommends doing this manually as part of your daily practice, but automated tools exist for systematic discovery: Stryker (for JavaScript, C#, Scala) and MutMut (for Python) can mutate your entire codebase and report which mutations survive uncaught. This isn't just about test quality — it's about understanding what your code actually does and building confidence that changes won't introduce subtle bugs. Team-Level Practices: Budgets, Backlogs, and Target Architecture "Create a target architecture document — where would we be if we started over today? Every PR is an opportunity to move slightly toward that target." — Lou Franco At the team level, Lou advocates for three interconnected practices. First, create a target architecture document that describes where you'd be if starting fresh today — not a detailed design, but architectural patterns, technology choices, and structural principles that represent current best practices. This isn't a rewrite plan; it's a North Star. Every pull request becomes an opportunity to move incrementally toward that target when touching relevant code. Second, establish a budget split between PM-led feature work and engineering-led tech debt work — perhaps 80/20 or whatever ratio fits your product lifecycle stage. This creates predictable capacity for tech debt without requiring constant negotiation. Third, hold quarterly tech debt backlog meetings separate from sprint planning. Treat this backlog like PMs treat product discovery — explore options, estimate impacts, prioritize based on the 8 Questions framework. Some items fit in sprints; others require dedicated engineers for a quarter or two. This systematic approach prevents tech debt from being perpetually deprioritized while avoiding the opposite extreme of engineers disappearing into six-month "improvement" projects with no visible progress. The Atlassian Five-Alarm Fire "The Atlassian CTO's 'five-alarm fire' — stopping all feature development to focus on reliability. I reduced sync errors by 75% during that initiative." — Lou Franco Lou shares a powerful example of leadership-driven tech debt management at scale. The Atlassian CTO called a "five-alarm fire" — halting all feature development across the company to focus exclusively on reliability and tech debt. This wasn't panic; it was strategic recognition that accumulated debt threatened the business. Lou worked on reducing sync errors, achieving a 75% reduction during this focused period. The initiative demonstrated several leadership principles: willingness to make hard calls that stop revenue-generating feature work, clear communication of why reliability matters strategically, trust that teams will use the time wisely, and commitment to see it through despite pressure to resume features. This level of intervention is rare and shouldn't be frequent, but it shows what's possible when leadership truly prioritizes tech debt. More commonly, leaders should express product lifecycle constraints (startup urgency vs. mature product stability), give teams autonomy to find appropriate projects within those constraints, and require accountability through visible metrics and dashboards that show progress. The Rewrite Trap: Why Big Rewrites Usually Fail "A system that took 10 years to write has implicit knowledge that can't be replicated in 6 months. I'm mostly gonna advocate for piecemeal migrations along the way, reducing the size of the problem over time." — Lou Franco Lou lived through Trello's iOS navigation rewrite — a classic example of throwing away working code to start fresh, only to discover all the edge cases, implicit behaviors, and user expectations baked into the "old" system. A codebase that evolved over several years contains implicit knowledge — user workflows, edge case handling, performance optimizations, and subtle behaviors that users rely on even if they never explicitly requested them. Attempting to rewrite this in six months inevitably misses critical details. Lou strongly advocates for piecemeal migrations instead. The Trello "Decaffeinate Project" exemplifies this approach — migrating from CoffeeScript to TypeScript incrementally, with public dashboards showing the percentage remaining, interoperable technologies allowing gradual transition, and the ability to pause or reverse if needed. Keep both systems running in parallel during migrations. Use runtime observability to verify new code behaves identically to old code. Reduce the problem size steadily over months rather than attempting big-bang replacements. The only exception: sometimes keeping parallel systems requires scaffolding that creates its own complexity, so evaluate whether piecemeal migration is actually simpler or if you're better off living with the current system. Making Tech Debt Visible Through Dashboards "Put up a dashboard, showing it happen. Make invisible internal improvements visible through metrics engineering leadership understands." — Lou Franco One of tech debt's biggest challenges is invisibility — non-technical stakeholders can't see the improvement from refactoring or test coverage. Lou learned to make tech debt work visible through dashboards and metrics. The Decaffeinate Project tracked percentage of CoffeeScript files remaining, providing a clear progress indicator anyone could understand. When reducing sync errors, Lou created dashboards showing error rates declining over time. These visualizations serve multiple purposes: they demonstrate value to leadership, create accountability for engineering teams, build momentum as progress becomes visible, and help teams celebrate wins that would otherwise go unnoticed. The key is choosing metrics that matter to the business — error rates, page load times, deployment frequency, mean time to recovery — rather than pure code quality metrics like cyclomatic complexity that don't translate outside engineering. Connect tech debt work to customer experience, reliability, or developer productivity in ways leadership can see and value. Onboarding as a Tech Debt Opportunity "Unit testing is a really great way to learn a system. It's like an executable specification that's helping you prove that you understand the system." — Lou Franco Lou identifies onboarding as an underutilized opportunity for tech debt reduction. When new engineers join, they need to learn the codebase. Rather than just reading code or shadowing, Lou suggests having them write unit tests in areas they're learning. This serves dual purposes: tests are executable specifications that prove understanding of system behavior, and they create safety nets in areas that likely lack coverage (otherwise, why would new engineers be confused by the code?). The new engineer gets hands-on learning, the team gets better test coverage, and everyone wins. This practice also surfaces confusing code — if new engineers struggle to understand what to test, that's a signal the code needs clarifying comments, better naming, or refactoring. Make onboarding a systematic tech debt reduction opportunity rather than passive knowledge transfer. Leadership's Role: Constraints, Autonomy, and Accountability "Leadership needs to express the constraints. Tell the team what you're feeling about tech debt at a high level, and what you think generally is the appropriate amount of time to be spent on it. Then give them autonomy." — Lou Franco Lou distills leadership's role in tech debt management to three elements. First, express constraints — communicate where you believe the product is in its lifecycle (early startup, rapid growth, mature cash cow) and what that means for tech debt tolerance. Are we pursuing product-market fit where code might be thrown away? Are we scaling a proven product where reliability matters? Are we maintaining a stable system where operational efficiency pays dividends? These constraints help teams make appropriate trade-offs. Second, give autonomy — once constraints are clear, trust teams to identify specific tech debt projects that fit those constraints. Engineers understand the codebase's pain points better than leaders do. Third, require accountability — teams must make their work visible through dashboards, metrics, and regular updates. Autonomy without accountability becomes invisible engineering projects that might not deliver value. Accountability without autonomy becomes micromanagement that wastes engineering judgment. The balance creates space for teams to make smart decisions while keeping leadership informed and confident in the investment. AI and the Future of Tech Debt "I really do AI-assisted software engineering. And by that, I mean I 100% review every single line of that code. I write the tests, and all the code is as I would have written it, it's just a lot faster. Developers are still responsible for it. Read the code." — Lou Franco Lou has a chapter about AI in his book, addressing the elephant in the room: will AI-generated code create massive tech debt? His answer is nuanced. AI can accelerate development tremendously if used correctly — Lou uses it extensively but reviews every single line, writes all tests himself, and ensures the code matches what he would have written manually. The problem emerges with "vibe coders" — non-developers using AI to generate code they don't understand, creating unmaintainable messes that become someone else's problem. Developers remain responsible for all code, regardless of how it's generated. This means you must read and understand AI-generated code, not blindly accept it. Lou also raises supply chain security concerns — dependencies can contain malicious code, and AI might introduce vulnerabilities developers miss. His recommendation: stay six months behind on dependency updates, let others discover the problems first, and consider separate sandboxed development machines to limit security exposure. AI is a powerful tool, but it doesn't eliminate the need for engineering judgment, testing discipline, or code review practices. The Style Guide Beyond Formatting "Have a style guide that goes beyond formatting to include target architecture. This is the kind of code we want to write going forward." — Lou Franco Lou advocates for style guides that extend beyond tabs-versus-spaces formatting rules to include architectural guidance. Document patterns you want to move toward: how should components be structured, what state management approaches do we prefer, how should we handle errors, what testing patterns should we follow? This creates a shared understanding of the target architecture without requiring a massive design document. When reviewing pull requests, teams can reference the style guide to explain why certain approaches align with where the codebase is headed versus perpetuating old patterns. This makes tech debt conversations less personal and more objective — it's not about criticizing someone's code, it's about aligning with team standards and strategic direction. The style guide becomes a living document that evolves as the team learns and technology changes, capturing collective wisdom about what good code looks like in your specific context. Recommended Resources Some of the resources mentioned in this episode include: Steve Blank's Four Steps To Epiphany The podcast episode with Bernie Maloney where we discuss the critical difference between "enterprise" and "startup". And Geoffrey Moore's Crossing the Chasm, and Dealing with Darwin. About Lou Franco Lou Franco is a veteran software engineer and author of Swimming in Tech Debt. With decades of experience at startups, as well as Trello, and Atlassian, he's seen both sides of debt—as coder and leader. Today, he advises teams on engineering practices, helping them turn messy codebases into momentum. 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SHOW 12-9-25 CBS EYE ON THE WORLD WITH JOHN BATCHELOR 1916 MONTENEGRO THE SHOW BEGINS IN THE DOUBTS ABOUT THE HUBBLE CONSTANT. FIRST HOUR 9-915 Baltic Defenses and NATO's Uncertain Resolve: Colleague Blaine Holt discusses the Baltics preparing defensive "Mino lines" and bunkers fearing a potential Russian attack, noting Baltic citizens feel trapped between NATO bureaucracy and Russian hybrid warfare while doubting NATO's resolve to intervene, arguing diplomatic solutions are necessary as Europe lacks resources for a cohesive defense. 915-930 NATO's Viability and Europe's Demographic Shifts: Colleague Blaine Holt questions NATO's viability through 2050, citing rising US sentiment to withdraw and Europe's demographic shifts due to mass migration, warning that diverging values and economic instability could lead to civil unrest or new geopolitical alignments between Russia, China, and the US. 930-945 European Leaders Meet Zelenskyy Amid Strategic Dilemmas: Colleague Judy Dempsey discusses the "Big Three" European leaders meeting Zelenskyy, questioning their ability to resolve the war without wider coalitions, noting the EU is bypassing unanimity rules to seize Russian assets but struggles with the dilemma of offering Ukraine EU membership while demanding territorial concessions. 945-1000 Europe's Lack of Self-Confidence Facing Global Challenges: Colleague Judy Dempsey criticizes Europe's lack of self-confidence and ambition when facing Trump's transactional administration and Chinese aggression, arguing European leaders complain about US criticism rather than leveraging their own economic power, noting they are "sleepwalking" regarding the auto industry and dependencies on China. SECOND HOUR 10-1015 The National Security Strategy and the First Island Chain: Colleague Steve Yates analyzes the National Security Strategy's focus on the "first island chain" and deterrence against China's bullying of Japan and the Philippines, noting the CCP's obsession with WWII-era Japan for propaganda fails to resonate regionally as neighbors face modern Chinese aggression and grey zone tactics. 1015-1030 Nvidia Chip Sales to China Raise National Security Concerns: Colleague Brandon Weichert reports on the Trump administration approving Nvidia H200 chip sales to China while taking a 25% cut, warning this transactional approach compromises national security by aiding China's military AI, signaling a shift from hawkish policies to favoring business interests like soybeans. 1030-1045 SpaceX Dominance and the Golden Dome Defense Project: Colleague Bob Zimmerman highlights SpaceX's dominance with record-breaking booster reuse and launch frequency compared to rivals, discussing the secretive "Golden Dome" defense project, defects on the Orion capsule's hatch threatening the Artemis mission, and Airbus surprisingly choosing a Chinese satellite constellation for in-flight internet. 1045-1100 Cosmological Crises and Mars Rover Progress: Colleague Bob Zimmerman details cosmological crises including the "Hubble tension" where expansion rates conflict and a baffling 7-hour gamma-ray burst, reporting on Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS images confirming it is a comet rather than a spacecraft, and the Perseverance rover moving toward promising mining terrain on Mars. THIRD HOUR 1100-1115 The 1605 Gunpowder Plot and Catholic Desperation: Colleague Claire Jackson explains the 1605 Gunpowder Plot as a desperate attempt by Catholics, frustrated by James I's retention of penal laws and peace with Spain, to destroy the Protestant establishment, with the plotters aiming to kill the king and install a puppet Catholic monarch amidst the ensuing chaos. 1115-1130 The Mirror of Great Britain and James I's Violent Childhood: Colleague Claire Jackson explains the "Mirror of Great Britain" jewel symbolizing James I's union plans, though it was destroyed during the Civil Wars, detailing his violent childhood in Scotland, his father Darnley's murder, and his separation from his mother Mary Queen of Scots, which shaped his intellectual upbringing. 1130-1145 The Hampton Court Conference and the King James Bible: Colleague Claire Jackson describes how James I convened the Hampton Court Conference to resolve religious differences, resulting in the King James Bible, highlighting his unique role as an author of works like Basilikon Doron, using print to converse with subjects and establish the divine right of kings. 1145-1200 James I as Ecumenicist Amid Confessional Complexity: Colleague Claire Jackson portrays James I as an ecumenicist seeking accommodation, provided Catholics recognized his temporal authority via an Oath of Allegiance, noting he faced a "confessional complexity" ruling Protestant Scotland and England alongside Catholic Ireland, aiming to isolate radical Jesuits from the loyal majority. FOURTH HOUR 12-1215 Commodities Update from France: Colleague Simon Constable reports from France on unseasonably warm weather and rising copper prices driven by tech demand, noting cocoa prices dropped while coffee remains expensive, discussing farmers' effective non-violent protests in Europe and contrasting European energy shortages with the electricity needs of AI development. 1215-1230 UK Labour's Struggles and the Workers' Rights Bill: Colleague Simon Constable analyzes the UK Labour Party's struggles despite a large majority, citing Keir Starmer's low approval, warning that the return of "Red Rayner" and a new workers' rights bill preventing easy firing could stifle economic growth and deter foreign investment, worsening Britain's debt. 1230-1245 The National Security Strategy as Transatlantic "Divorce Papers": Colleague Blaine Holt argues the National Security Strategy resembles "divorce papers" for a perilous transatlantic relationship, contending Europe, having de-industrialized, refuses Trump's diplomatic efforts to end the Ukraine war, fearing the aftermath of a conflict they cannot sustain against a re-industrialized Russia. 1245-100 AM Penang's Boom Contrasts with China's Decline: Colleague Charles Ortel contrasts Penang's economic boom and diverse hardworking culture with China's decline, discussing China's suppressed financial data and property crisis with Gordon Chang, arguing Western elites were "bought off" by Beijing while investors should demand transparency regarding assets trapped in ChiNA.
Baltic Defenses and NATO's Uncertain Resolve: Colleague Blaine Holt discusses the Baltics preparing defensive "Mino lines" and bunkers fearing a potential Russian attack, noting Baltic citizens feel trapped between NATO bureaucracy and Russian hybrid warfare while doubting NATO's resolve to intervene, arguing diplomatic solutions are necessary as Europe lacks resources for a cohesive defense. 1848
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