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This week, we're talking to Ryu Yokoi, chief media and marketing capabilities officer for North America at Unilever, about Dove's “Hot Seats” campaign — a bold, culture-hacking activation that shows up where the sweat is real and the stakes are surprisingly high.  Episode TranscriptPlease note, this transcript  may contain minor inconsistencies compared to the episode audio.Damian Fowler (00:00):I'm Damian Fowler, and welcome to this edition of The Big Impression. Today we are talking about how Unilever is breaking taboos, opening up new kinds of conversations and connecting with consumers in some unexpected places. Our guest is Ryu Yokoi Chief Media and Marketing Capabilities Officer for North America at Unilever. We're going to dive into DO'S Hot Seats campaign. It's a bold effort to normalize conversations around full body freshness and engage people across both digital and real world spaces. We'll be talking about how this campaign's activating across concerts, social, retail, and digital platforms. So let's get into it.Ryu Yokoi (00:46):It always starts with understanding our audience and also try to make our products really relevant and desirable in that context. And so the hot seats are originated from social listening within the community. And in particular, one of our, actually her name's Dana Pucci, who leads our PR and influencer work on Dove for North America is a big Charlie XCX fan. And she noted that the Incredible Sweat tour, which was driving and kind of owning the culture last summer in the brat summer, that was(01:21):Unfortunately the Sweat tour smelled not great. And it turned out that Charlie and Troy Sivan were going to be performing in Los Angeles the week before the launch of our new whole body deodorant. We kind did a takeover putting our product in the bathrooms. We sent in creators to sort of experience what a show is like when you can make sweats smell great. And the results were kind of magic because we got just unbelievable. The UVC on this and the Delight with folks attending a concert that actually smelled great was really fascinating, just fantastic response. And that week we had a really great launch of the product, first hitting the digital shells on Amazon and doing great.Damian Fowler (02:02):That sounded like a very fast activation for a campaign.Ryu Yokoi (02:06):It happened literally within 10 days.Damian Fowler (02:08):What was the war room like for that 10 days? How did you strategize to get that done?Ryu Yokoi (02:14):We always emphasize we want to build worlds instead of chasing moments. So when you have an idea of what you're trying to build with the brand, how you show up, then it becomes a lot easier.Damian Fowler (02:25):And tell me a little bit about the tone. I mean, one of you mentioned the humor element of it. Why is that real talk, that humor so key to Dove campaigns?Ryu Yokoi (02:34):Well, I think there's a real authenticity that the brand has earned. We say, oh, it's an authentic, it's only authentic if people believe it. The brand is really comfortable in its own skin. We have a sharp understanding. I think that goes beyond a positioning statement to really understanding what this brand stands for, how it shows up in real life, what it would be like if you were to meet it and still be consistent in our building of that brand means to people.Damian Fowler (03:00):Yeah, I mean, I've got to say I live in New York and I've noticed the campaign on the New York, out of digital, out of home subway screens and it just totally cuts through and I noticed it. And of course you're standing on a New York City platform in terrible heat, humidity, and everyone's sweating. It's like a perfect placement.Ryu Yokoi (03:19):Well, I would say the subway work you've seen is really telegraphing that benefit, right? If you're blessed to be next to somebody who's wearing dove on the subway, then wow, this is a good ride. We've sponsored Charlie's spring tour and we're also showing up at other festivals like Lollapalooza, which have just provide another canvas for us to tell the story.Damian Fowler (03:38):Is it a case that once the campaign's out there in the wild, it builds its own momentum? Or are you actively trying to find new events, new points of pop culture? Kind of.Ryu Yokoi (03:47):That's exactly what we're trying to find, right, is we understand that if we're able to actually become part of the discourse, we're not just broadcasting ourselves in, but actively playing a role and helping people. And we had a similar case where the first weekend of Coachella people were again, lamenting unfortunately didn't smell great, and in this case somebody not us posted saying, well, I wish Dov would come and help here. We really had a lot of fun with it. We flew a plane over Coachella the second week saying, the cavalry's coming help is on the way we hear you need.Damian Fowler (04:24):That's good.Ryu Yokoi (04:25):Some help. And we're going to be there. We lined up folks around the entrances so that folks could kind of get freshen up on the way into the show or get freshened up, and more than a thousand people took advantage of that.Damian Fowler (04:35):Now, I wanted to ask you about some of the key signals or early reads on the campaign. I'm sure you're paying close attention as you evaluate the impact. What do you look for on your dashboard, as it were?Ryu Yokoi (04:47):Right. So I think first and foremost, you're right. Measurement is the most importantDamian Fowler (04:54):Thing.Ryu Yokoi (04:54):But first and foremost, we did this the week before we were launching the product. So the first signal was did we turn well? And weDamian Fowler (05:02):Did.Ryu Yokoi (05:02):And the ramp on the product was really terrific. But I think to your point, it's really important no matter what the channel that you're playing in, what are the leading indicators that we can correlate with performance? In this case, it was one where things happened so quickly and we knew there was literally nothing else happening when we did this, and so we were able to isolate that way.Damian Fowler (05:23):Are there other channels that you are kind of thinking about or could be targeted for the campaign?Ryu Yokoi (05:31):In principle, I want to be able to capture signal everywhere. For me it's just around understanding where are people discussing whatever it is that we're trying to get into the discussion on and being authentic there. So for us, Reddit is a channel we haven't used as much in the past. Certainly now I find it increasingly of relevance for us. So we're trying to build up a skillset there,Damian Fowler (05:55):EspeciallyRyu Yokoi (05:55):Given how important it is with ais. Right.Damian Fowler (05:58):What about audio? Is thatRyu Yokoi (06:00):Podcast? Absolutely podcast. So(06:03):I would say, again, this was highly before it became something that we were rolling out in real life. Oh my goodness, the word is spectator events. Before it became something we were doing in real life as spectator events, it was a highly music driven campaign because we had decided to reboot this classic hip hop song from a few decades ago. And so it was already sort of music oriented and had played that way. But yeah, so for us it's exactly to your point. If we're talking about something that we're doing that's focusing on music or spectators, obviously audio is going to have relevance. Where are Charlie's fans actually discussing this? It turned out it was happening on Reddit. We go there, where are they discussing their experience at the concerts? We were seeing a lot of chatter on TikTok around that. And so we moved there. So we try to be nimble and agile and really be where the discourse is happening.Damian Fowler (07:07):So we're going to zoom out a little bit and just look at the big picture of the landscape beyond the campaign. But as you think about where culture is heading, whether it's wellness, inclusivity, or body confidence, what does the campaign kind of tell us about where Unilever wants to go with its brands or its kind of messaging wants to put out into the marketplace?Ryu Yokoi (07:27):We're all about building desire for our brands at scale. So we want to engage with communities wherever they are. It's about having a deep understanding of who our shopper is, what is driving desire for them, who influences them, and how we can really engage with them and create a discourse where we can try to move towards many to many communication.Damian Fowler (07:49):One of the big challenges for Marcus is balancing the long-term brand building with the short-term sales results. And do you think that there's a tension there right now in a marketplace that's very much dialed into performance?Ryu Yokoi (08:01):Listen, I think that it's really important that you have the right measurement in place and that you can understand both the short-term and long-term effects of the investments that you're making. That's something we really pride ourselves on. We want to be the most outcome oriented advertiser in the marketplace. But the other thing I would say is that more and more data signals and shopability are making it so the funnel is collapsing and we're nearing places when it comes to QR or having true shopability in stream where even executions that in the past would've been considered the most upper funnel can actually drive a transaction in that moment. And I think a future of that's really exciting.Damian Fowler (08:40):So finally, we're going to get into some of these hot seat rapid fire questions here.Ryu Yokoi (08:44):Okay,Damian Fowler (08:44):So you ready?Ryu Yokoi (08:45):Yes, let's go.Damian Fowler (08:46):Alright. What's one thing you're obsessed with figuring out right now?Ryu Yokoi (08:50):We've been talking about how much we've built out resources in this area and all of the interconnections that the data allows us to make. That implies campaigns that become more and more complex and much more complicated to just flight even. And so one of the things that I'm obsessed with is how we simplify that. There's so much change happening to accommodate all of this stuff. So really my big focus right now is on how we make working in this digital landscape easier for everybody involved in it because the amount of choices that we have and the richest is never ending. And so just making that more sustainable.Damian Fowler (09:32):I love that. That's a great answer. What's missing from the media and marketing marketplace that you'd like to see?Ryu Yokoi (09:39):From a Unilever standpoint, we have a few direct to consumer brands that are able to sort of track the media journey all the way through to conversion, but in the bulk of what we sell in traditional, fast moving goods are moving through retail. So what's missing is some way to penetrate that clean from a data standpoint so that those of us brands that aren't doing DTC can have that all the way through. We manage that well today with leading indicators and fast signals, but there's I think even more richness out there for us if we're able to correct that.Damian Fowler (10:15):To bring this kind of full circle outside of CPG, is there a brand that you think is doing a great job connecting with culture right now?Ryu Yokoi (10:22):Yeah, so I would name two. One that we really admire is Lego. I just see the way that they have both made their products, both a vehicle for other brands to build their worlds while also building incredible worlds for themselves. So they've become kind of this almost currency within the way that so many other brands are trying to build their IP in the world. So whether it's like a Formula One drop a Star Wars drop a Harry Potter drop, these things each have so much hype around them and they've learned while doing that so that they're able to propel their own ip, which is really impressive to me. So the other, I would say we had a fantastic opportunity to work with this year as crumble cookie. They were dove soaps, deodorant, lotions that were fragranced inspired by crumble flavors. And so in partnering then we were able to build off of that and make our soaps, our body washes, our deodorants, one of the drops of the winter. We struggled to keep it on shelf. So I'm a big admirer of the work that they've done too.Damian Fowler (11:27):That sounds cool. And then final, final question here. So in Unilever kind of portfolio of brands Dove Ben and, and the goal has always been to spark conversations, that's how we started this conversation. I guess I'm wondering if you could share a moment that reminded you of the importance of that brand led cultural impact that you can have.Ryu Yokoi (11:51):Oh wow. There's so many, but I'll give Dove so that we can show the other side of the coin because we've been talking about a campaign as I was saying, that shows a more playful side, the humorous side of the brand, but one of the areas the brand has focused over the past few years, and we just celebrated 20 years of the Dove Self-Esteem program, and Dove is one of the leading providers of self-esteem education in the world. I think actually we give the most annually self-esteem workshops. And one of the areas we focused recently is body confidence in sport. And so we partnered with Nike a few years ago to do research on the topic of young women in sport. And what we discovered along with them was that young women as they reach their teen years, are dropping out of sports at an alarming rate relative to guys.(12:41):And the chief reason is body confidence is feeling comfortable in your own skin wearing the kinds of outfits that you're wearing when you're playing sports. And so we set out to, together with Nike, actually develop a curriculum for coaches, which is the Body Confidence Sport curriculum that literally teaches coaches how to talk to young women about their bodies in ways that are positive and not discouraging. And so we've now been leveraging almost Trojan Horse, our participation across the big game. Our role as a sponsor of March Madness, we activated it last year with em, Navarro at the US Open really across major sports temples. We've just signed our first kit sponsorship of Gotham FC in the New York, New Jersey area of the Women's Professional Soccer League. And we're partnering with them also where they have a program called Keep Her in the Game. That's all around keeping young women in the New York, New Jersey area, staying, playing soccer. And so all of this focused again on trying to create a platform where we can talk about this and encourage people to go and learn about this curriculum. And the most encouraging thing. A really long-winded answer to your question,Damian Fowler (13:58):That's great.Ryu Yokoi (13:58):What struck me was we were looking back at the research and our spots in the big game have generated really good discourse the past couple of years. Really positive response from folks who've been inspired, not just by the ads themselves, but also I think this year we were one of maybe only a handful of brands that delivered a purpose message in the game. The really encouraging is the group with whom it resonated the most was Girl Dads, right?Damian Fowler (14:26):Yeah.Ryu Yokoi (14:26):The very guys who are probably coaching on the weekend who probably need to know more about how to speak to these young women and keep them comfortable and inspired playing. So it's stuff like that that makes me see all the time. As I was saying earlier, for us it's around how can we show up, how can we add value? How can we actually help the community? And when we do that, then we build trust and then we can have different kinds of dialogues with people and they really know who we are.Damian Fowler (14:54):And that's it for this edition of The Big Impression. This show is produced by Molten Heart. Our theme is by Loving Caliber, and our associate producer is Sydney Cairns. And remember,Ryu Yokoi (15:03):I think there's a real authenticity that the brand has earned. We say, oh, it's an authentic, it's only authentic if people believe it.Damian Fowler (15:12):I'm Damian, and we'll see you next time. 

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Join host Nataraj as he sits down with Todd Bracher, founder of BetterLab, an industrial design firm partnering with scientists and innovators to create game-changing products. Previously Executive Creative Director and Design Partner at Human Scale, Todd has also collaborated with iconic brands like Issey Miyake, Herman Miller, and 3M. A two-time International Designer of the Year and recognized by Wallpaper Magazine as a Top 100 Global Design Influencer, Todd shares his insights on the intersection of design, science, and technology.About the Episode:This episode explores the world of industrial design through the lens of Todd Bracher's extensive experience.  The conversation delves into building a successful design firm and the critical importance of human-centered design. Todd recounts his journey from art school to becoming a leading industrial designer, emphasizing the role of manufacturing, materials, and understanding market needs. He highlights the shift towards sustainability in design, including the use of recycled materials and circularity principles. The discussion covers BetterLab's innovative projects, such as glasses designed to combat myopia using full-spectrum light and a UVC light-based hand sanitizer called Lightwash. Todd also shares his perspective on digital design, the influence of Japanese design principles, and his role as a design advisor with Antler, a pre-seed stage firm. He touches upon products he admires, including the Leica M camera, and the importance of integrating design early in the product development process.About the Guest and Host:Todd Bracher: Founder of BetterLab, an industrial design firm. Former Executive Creative Director and Design Partner at Human Scale.  Connect with Todd: → Website: https://betterlab.com/Nataraj: Host of the Startup Project podcast, Senior PM at Azure & Investor. → LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/natarajsindam/→ Twitter: https://x.com/natarajsindam→ Email updates: ⁠https://startupproject.substack.com/⁠→ Website: ⁠⁠⁠https://thestartupproject.io⁠⁠⁠Timestamps:00:01 - Introduction and Guest Introduction00:55 - Todd's Background and Entry into Design01:45 - The Definition of Industrial Design03:22 - Early Influences and Drawing04:27 - Examples of Industrial Design Projects06:06 - Admired Technology Products (Beyond Apple)09:14 - Trends in Industrial Design: Sustainability vs. Consumable Products12:02 - Todd's Take on IKEA's Design and Business Model14:37 - Admired Brands: VITSO and Dieter Rams15:54 - Sustainability and Longevity in Well-Designed Products17:05 - The Business of Running a Design Firm: BetterLab19:39 - Products from BetterLab: Myopia-Correcting Glasses24:48 - Sustainability Project: UVC Light Hand Sanitizer (Lightwash)28:44 - Working with Antler: Advising Early-Stage Startups30:08 - Day-to-Day Products Todd Uses and Admits31:53 - Modern Design Aesthetics and Globalization36:01 - Todd's Take on Digital Design37:46 - Trend Back into Hardware40:01 - What Makes Japanese Design Unique42:00 - Design Hubs in the US44:13 - Current Consumption (Books, Podcasts, etc.)45:39 - Mentors and Influences: Charles Darwin46:55 - Lessons Learned: The Importance of Business AcumenSubscribe to Startup Project for more engaging conversations with leading entrepreneurs!→ Email updates: ⁠https://startupproject.substack.com/⁠#StartupProject #IndustrialDesign #DesignThinking #BetterLab #ToddBracher #Sustainability #ProductDesign #Innovation #HumanCenteredDesign #TechDesign #Manufacturing #Materials #DesignTrends #Myopia #UVCLight #Antler #VentureCapital #Entrepreneurship #Podcast #YouTube #Tech #Innovation

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Join host Samuele Tini in this fascinating conversation with Todd Bracher, renowned designer and innovator, exploring how design is not just about beauty but about solving real-world problems sustainably. From creating the world's most sustainable office chair to pioneering health innovations like UVC hand sanitizers and myopia-fighting glasses, Todd reveals how integrating design early into business processes can drastically transform sustainability. Discover why scale is crucial and how Todd's Better Lab is bridging the gap between science and practical design to revolutionize everyday life.

This discussion was first aired on UVC radio and covers a wide range of topics. This is an edited version of the original show first broadcast on Tell it Like it is.

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Send us a textToday, we're thrilled to welcome Dr. Chris Bellin, D.O., a retired Navy flight surgeon and the first osteopathic physician to serve as president of the Aerospace Medical Association. Dr. Bellin was recommended by Dr. Hauler and the American Osteopathic association who together are spearheading an effort to educate physicians about patient safety, and foster a culture of transparency and responsibility.  Dr. Bellin graduated from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine and has dedicated his career to improving patient safety by drawing on lessons from high-reliability industries like aviation and nuclear power. He shares his unique perspective on how these industries' structured approaches to risk management, including the ‘Swiss cheese model' of risk mitigation, can be applied to healthcare to prevent medical errors.In our conversation, Dr. Bellin explains the importance of occupational and preventive medicine, describing the role and responsibilities of physicians with this training. With a background in both aviation and medicine, he's been on the frontlines of aerospace medicine, having served in combat zones, ensuring the readiness of our nation's elite aviators, and fostering trust with his osteopathic philosophy of holistic care.Dr. Bellin continues to make waves in aerospace medicine—from advising companies on UV-C technology to reduce disease transmission in aircraft, to collaborating on global initiatives for pandemic response. His journey highlights the incredible impact that osteopathic principles can have, from taking care of aviators in high-stress environments to his leadership in advancing healthcare on a global scale.Join us as we talk about his extraordinary career, the role of a flight surgeon, the intersection of osteopathic medicine and aerospace, and much more.

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Phu Quok, Vietnam  In this episode, the FAQ is: What's the best water bottle for travel? Today's Destination is: Phu Quoc, Vietnam Today's Misstep- I Booked a room under construction and How I upgraded. Travel Advice: Take a small risk, not always a big one in Vietnam FAQ: What's the best water bottle for travel? The top 10 water bottles for a solo senior female traveler will be on this list, including price, from the least to most expensive in the show notes. They range from $11 to $90. Vapur Anti-Bottle Collapsible Water Bottle - $11–$14 Nalgene Tritan Wide Mouth BPA-Free Water Bottle - $12–$15 CamelBak Eddy+ Water Bottle - $14–$18 Brita Premium Filtering Water Bottle - $19–$25 Collapsible Nomader Water Bottle - $25–$30 Hydro Flask Standard Mouth Water Bottle - $32–$45 S'well Stainless Steel Water Bottle - $35–$45 Klean Kanteen Insulated Classic Water Bottle - $30–$40 LifeStraw Go Water Filter Bottle - $39.95 GRAYL Geopress Purifier - $89.95 Top rated 3 are: Hydro Flask Standard Mouth Water Bottle Features: Double-wall vacuum insulation keeps drinks cold for up to 24 hours or hot for up to 12 hours. Available in multiple sizes. Concerns: Bulkier due to insulation and slightly heavier. LifeStraw Go Water Filter Bottle Features: Comes with a built-in two-stage water filter, which filters out bacteria and parasites, ideal for travel in areas with questionable water quality. Concerns: Filtering process takes some effort, and it's only suitable for freshwater sources. GRAYL Geopress Purifier Features: Purifies water by removing viruses, bacteria, and protozoa. Great for international travel where tap water might be unsafe. Concerns: Pricey, and filtering requires pushing the water through, which can be tiring. Not on the top list, but I use a BEAM. It makes a well-regarded water bottle called the BEAM Self-Cleaning UV Water Bottle.  Price: Around $50–$70, depending on size and retailer. Features: This bottle is equipped with a UV-C light in the cap, which self-cleans and purifies the water by neutralizing bacteria and viruses. This makes it excellent for international travel or areas where water quality might be uncertain. It also keeps water cold for 24 hours and hot for 12 hours. Concerns: It requires charging for the UV feature, so you'll need access to power, and it's a bit pricier than standard bottles. The BEAM bottle is great if you prefer a high-tech solution for water purification and want to reduce odors and bacteria without a filter. If this sounds ideal, it could be a great choice for you as a solo traveler. I am not compensated for this product but I use it. https://www.amazon.com/UVBrite-Beam-Self-Cleaning-Water-Bottle/dp/B09RQSHV36?th=1 Today's destination: Phu Quoc, Vietnam When I arrived, I felt like I had landed in Hawaii. First, I'll tell you why to visit and then about my trip here. It's a tropical paradise in Vietnam. Why Phu Quoc is recommended for a Solo Traveler in their Prime: https://vietnam.travel/places-to-go/southern-vietnam/phu-quoc Safety and Hospitality: Phu Quoc is safe and welcoming, with friendly locals accustomed to tourists. English is commonly spoken in tourist areas. Relaxed Atmosphere: It's more peaceful than other beach destinations in Vietnam, and it is ideal for relaxation. Easy Navigation: The island is small, and it's easy to get around by taxis, organized tours, or with a private driver. Well-Developed Amenities: Phu Quoc has a variety of resorts, hotels, and spas that cater to international travelers, offering comfortable facilities and excellent service. Phu Quoc, Vietnam, is a beautiful, laid-back island destination that offers serene beaches, cultural sites, and relaxing experiences ideal for senior solo travelers. Here's a list of the main attractions and reasons why Phu Quoc is worth visiting.  The beaches include Long Beach, which has calm, golden sand and clear waters that are perfect for gentle strolls on the shore. There are many resorts, restaurants, and cafes. Sunsets are stunning. Find a beachfront restaurant and enjoy your visit. Also, Sao Beach is similar, but with white sand, turquoise waters, and a great place to read a book and relax. On my next visit here, I'll see these attractions:  2. Duong Dong or  Dinh Cau Night Markets This bustling night market is perfect for sampling local seafood and Vietnamese street food, shopping for souvenirs, and immersing yourself in local life. Local  food specialties include grilled scallops or fresh tropical fruit. It's a safe, lively place to explore in the evening. 3. Phu Quoc National Park This UNESCO Biosphere Reserve is a beautiful escape into nature. Its trails are suitable for all fitness levels and feature tropical plants and wildlife. Consider joining a tour if you prefer exploring with others;  Vinpearl Safari This is Vietnam's largest wildlife park, home to a range of animals worldwide. It's well-maintained and offers a safe, comfortable way to see animals in spacious enclosures. Tip: Ideal for a half-day visit, with shuttle buses from most hotels. 5. Ho Quoc Pagoda A Buddhist pagoda with ocean views is located on a hilltop. It's peaceful and an excellent place for a quiet moment of reflection. Tip: Morning visits are lovely, with cooler temperatures and fewer people. 6. Fish Sauce Factories and Pepper farms Phu Quoc is famous for its fish sauce, which is used throughout Vietnam. Visiting a fish sauce factory offers an interesting glimpse into this traditional process. The town is also known for its Pepper Farms. 7. Phu Quoc Cable Car This record-breaking cable car ride connects An Thoi and Hon Thom Island, offering spectacular aerial views of the coastline and nearby islands. This is a great way to see the islands from above, and Hon Thom has quiet beaches for a relaxed visit after the cable car ride. https://theculturetrip.com/asia/vietnam/articles/guide-mekong-delta-vietnam  Today's Misstep: Booked a hotel room under construction Today's Travel Advice- Take a small risk Connect with Dr. Travelbest 5 Steps to Solo Travel website Dr. Mary Travelbest X Dr. Mary Travelbest Facebook Page Dr. Mary Travelbest Facebook Group Dr. Mary Travelbest Instagram Dr. Mary Travelbest Podcast Dr. Travelbest on TikTok Dr.Travelbest onYouTube In the news

Karthik Ganesh, CEO at OnMed, is expanding access to healthcare through its CareStation, a self-contained medical pod that allows patients to receive comprehensive primary care services conveniently. The CareStation is designed to be easily deployed and operated in underserved communities, including rural areas, prisons, and foster care facilities. This scalable, hybrid approach provides a personalized examination using medical devices and cameras that allow a remote clinician to prescribe treatment and, if necessary, arrange for further actions.   Karthik explains, "The OnMed CareStation gives you the psychological comfort and the confidence of a comprehensive primary care visit. With the rapid scalability and the convenience of telemedicine, it essentially takes the best of both worlds between virtual care and traditional care while also neutralizing the inherent scalability weaknesses and experience weaknesses of both of those. This is why we look at OnMed really as a hybrid care company and the CareStation as a tech-enabled, hybrid care vehicle." "Pretty much every day of the week without a wait, you can just walk in for care. It's cleaner than a doctor's office because, after every single visit, we use UVC lighting to clean out the CareStation. UVC has been known to essentially kill over 99.9% of viruses and bacteria inside of the CareStation. And then, finally, the third thing I would say that makes it unique is it's an extremely personalized experience. There are the reviews we've gotten back from the patients going into the CareStation, where they feel the interpersonal connection with a live clinician. Still, at the same time, they feel it's without any distractions of a doctor's office, people walking outside, the doctor coming in and out, and so on. They feel in that contained space, it's an extremely personalized and intimate conversation with the doctor, exactly as you would expect a highly personal doctor-patient relationship to be." #OnMed #HybridCare #HealthEquity #HealthcareAccess onmed.com Download the transcript here

Karthik Ganesh, CEO at OnMed, is expanding access to healthcare through its CareStation, a self-contained medical pod that allows patients to receive comprehensive primary care services conveniently. The CareStation is designed to be easily deployed and operated in underserved communities, including rural areas, prisons, and foster care facilities. This scalable, hybrid approach provides a personalized examination using medical devices and cameras that allow a remote clinician to prescribe treatment and, if necessary, arrange for further actions.   Karthik explains, "The OnMed CareStation gives you the psychological comfort and the confidence of a comprehensive primary care visit. With the rapid scalability and the convenience of telemedicine, it essentially takes the best of both worlds between virtual care and traditional care while also neutralizing the inherent scalability weaknesses and experience weaknesses of both of those. This is why we look at OnMed really as a hybrid care company and the CareStation as a tech-enabled, hybrid care vehicle." "Pretty much every day of the week without a wait, you can just walk in for care. It's cleaner than a doctor's office because, after every single visit, we use UVC lighting to clean out the CareStation. UVC has been known to essentially kill over 99.9% of viruses and bacteria inside of the CareStation. And then, finally, the third thing I would say that makes it unique is it's an extremely personalized experience. There are the reviews we've gotten back from the patients going into the CareStation, where they feel the interpersonal connection with a live clinician. Still, at the same time, they feel it's without any distractions of a doctor's office, people walking outside, the doctor coming in and out, and so on. They feel in that contained space, it's an extremely personalized and intimate conversation with the doctor, exactly as you would expect a highly personal doctor-patient relationship to be." #OnMed #HybridCare #HealthEquity #HealthcareAccess onmed.com Listen to the podcast here

What does it take to create truly differentiated products in a competitive market?  In this episode, host Rebecca Kalogeris sits down with Todd Bracher, founder of BRACHER and a leader in the world of industrial design and strategic innovation. With over 25 years of experience collaborating with iconic brands like 3M, Georg Jensen, and Issey Miyake, Todd introduces the concept of contextual design—a method that goes beyond aesthetics to consider the broader ecosystem of user needs, market dynamics, and organizational goals.  Todd shares insights from his new book, Design in Context: A Framework for Strategic Differentiation, and discusses how design can serve as a bridge between business objectives and end-user needs. From leveraging tools like the Market Efficacy Index to exploring groundbreaking technologies like UVC germicidal light, Todd demonstrates how design, when rooted in context, becomes a powerful driver of innovation and business success.  Tune in to explore the intersection of design, business, and science and learn how contextual design can transform your approach to product management and innovation.  For detailed takeaways, show notes, and more, visit: www.pragmaticinstitute.com/resources/podcasts  Pragmatic Institute is the global leader in Product, Data, and Design training and certification programs for working professionals. Learn more at www.pragmaticinstitute.com. 

This episode of Between the Lines with FGI focuses on optimizing surface materials in health care and residential care design. Cohosts John Williams and Bridget McDougall discuss the importance of surface materials in health care settings with Laurie Waggener, the Director of Research for Healthcare at Page. Laurie explains her role in ensuring evidence-based architectural processes and shares insights on the impact of surface materials on patient care, including durability, maintenance, and safety. The discussion also covers the use of UVC radiation for disinfection, the importance of consensus decisions with clients, and how the COVID-19 pandemic influenced surface testing. The conversation underscores the need for materials that balance aesthetics, functionality, and safety in health care environments.    Sponsored by:   American Society for Health Care Engineering (ASHE): Optimizing health care facilities     Link to show notes: https://fgiguidelines.org/podcast/s2-e5-surfaces-in-health-care-settings-evidence-based-design/ Learn more about AIA self-reporting LUs: https://fgiguidelines.org/aia-self-reporting-lus/  Connect with us on LinkedIn

When we think of artificial ultraviolet light we often think of tanning beds. Most are unaware that tanning beds only contain one part of the ultraviolet spectrum, causing cellular harm. The best way to dose ultraviolet light from artificial sources is to mix in some visible red and near infrared light; that is how the sun does it. Kris Sweeting, creator of EMR Tek, was raised with tanning beds in his bedroom since he was five years old. Diagnosed with vitiligo at 3, he committed his teenage years to solving that issue and succeeded using light therapy. In this interview he talks about the human photoprotective response, why a sunburn is not actually a burn, what melanogenesis means, how seed oils gave him an age spot, why his UV lights use Philips bulbs, the difference between UVA, UVB and UVC wavelengths, what narrowband ultraviolet light means, the benefits of UV beyond vitamin D, his thoughts on vitamin D supplements, and much more. Order EMR Tek lights: https://www.emr-tek.com/MATTBLACKBURN Discount MATTBLACKBURN to save $ My website: www.matt-blackburn.com Mitolife products: www.mitolife.co Music by Nicholas Jimenez:  https://music.apple.com/us/album/crystal-water-etude/1778142441?i=1778142442

A Forbes 30 Under 30 entrepreneur, Eli Harris is the Co-Founder and Partner at One Dream Ventures, a venture studio developing cutting-edge enterprise SaaS and AI startups for the global energy transition in real estate and construction sectors. Previously, he co-founded R-Zero, backed by investors like Mayo Clinic and John Doerr, to revolutionize disinfection with hospital-grade, UV-C technology, and served as CEO of EcoFlow, a portable power leader supported by Sequoia China and Hillhouse Capital. With a background in tech roles at DJI and FLIR Systems and fluency in Mandarin, Eli brings a global, innovative approach to real estate, energy, and technology solutions.(01:38) -  Eli's Journey: From Foreign Service to DJI(03:10) - Founding EcoFlow: A Battery Innovation(05:12) - Launching R0: Healthy Buildings Infrastructure(06:29) - NewCo: AI for Construction Projects(9:10) - Feature - Blueprint: The Future of Real Estate 2025(09:59) - Pre-seed Strategy & Validation(12:07) - Advice for Founders & Investors in the energy transition(14:31) - Collaboration Superpower: Rick Rubin (Wiki - co-founder of Def Jam).

Todd Bracher is a US-based product designer who has worked with brands such as Humanscale, 3M, Herman Miller, Georg Jensen and Issey Miyake through his eponymous studio, winning a slew of awards along the way. More recently, he created another company, Betterlab, in which he collaborates with scientists and innovators to, in his words, ‘shape emerging research and foundational technologies into game-changing products'. The company has taken a particular interest in the potential of light, for medical and other, perhaps unexpected, uses. Todd's latest project is a book. Design in Context, which is out now, illustrates how design – and design-led thinking – has the potential to change and shape every facet of business.In this episode we talk about: generating value for different clients; the importance of collaboration; why he launched Betterlab; how he's using light to combat myopia; finding truth in design; how light becomes a material; learning to shape rather than style it; working with UVC and creating extraordinary products for health environments; leaving the US to study in Copenhagen; working in Milan; learning the ‘business of design' under Tom Dixon; and designing net positive furniture for Humanscale. Support the show

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Join us for another great episode of Hash Church,.I have Selena from Flower of Life Clinics, as well as my good friend Robert Laurie Join us from his hotel room in Edmonton during the grow up conference in Edmonton. Corey Crosser from Sample Automation creators of the Rosin Reactor, joins us as well to talk decarboxylation. My good friend Alex Rogers founder of the ICBC conferences that I have been attending for the last decade around the world. Also Etienne Fontan joins us to share with us whats going on in the world of cannabis legalization Hit me up for solventless consultation bcbubbleman@icloud.com also discount code for new UvC and led lights from www.grandmasterleds.com www.grandmasterleds.ca hashchurch10Support the show

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Devin and Louvers International have a new UVC air sanitizer product called Cluvaire. But while we have Devin, we go into the “deep state” of the lighting industry, outdoor lighting, bulb bans, dark sky compliance… But yeah, he has a new UV product called Cluvaire. Check it out: https://louversintl.com/uvc-air-sanitizers/ Devin, along with his brother Derek, heads up Louvers International which was founded in 1986 with reliability and good design in mind. What started out as a small business has evolved into a team that works together to build connections between their customers and the lighting and plastics industries. 

California is a world leader in strawberry production, growing $3 billion of the fruit annually. Getting the most out of the crop was the focus of the annual Cal Poly San Luis Obispo Strawberry Center Field Day.Areas covered included non-chemical pest and disease solutions such as bug vacuums and the use of UV-C light for disease suppression. A myriad of other issues were addressed, including workplace efficiency and safety, as well as mechanical ag plastic removal and recycling.“The thing that impresses me the most is the variety of innovative products,” remarked Leo Stoeckle, a longtime strawberry industry official. “Everything from fertility products to ag chemicals to disease control to strawberry genetic resistance. We get the whole gamut here.”The Cal Poly Strawberry Center recently celebrated its 10th anniversary and is operated in partnership with the California Strawberry Commission.

Send us a Text Message.Join us for an exciting conversation with Dr. Peter Bonutti, a leading figure in MedTech innovation! With over 500 patents and 700 FDA-approved products, Dr. Bonutti shares insights into his pioneering work. Discover his latest ventures with Relieve, tackling autonomic disorders and safely opening the blood-brain barrier, and UV C, an advanced disinfection platform that has potential to replace radiation in cancer treatment. Gain a unique perspective on how addressing patient needs drives his groundbreaking innovations. Don't miss this inspiring episode!00:00 Introduction to Medtech Innovation00:09 Meet Dr. Peter Bonutti01:16 Patient-Centric Approach to Innovation04:04 Challenges in Modern Medicine07:57 Introducing Relieve: A Breakthrough in CNS Treatment12:57 Mechanisms and Benefits of SPG Stimulation20:44 Potential Applications and Future Directions23:29 Exploring UV-C Technology24:25 The Power of Ultraviolet C in Pathogen Control25:31 Innovative Disinfection Solutions for COVID-1926:18 Revolutionizing Cancer Treatment with UVC29:18 Personal Journey: From Orthopedics to Cutting-Edge Therapies35:02 Future of Medical Documentation and Remote Patient Care40:38 Closing Thoughts and Future InnovationsClick Here to Subscribe: FUTR.tv focuses on startups, innovation, culture and the business of emerging tech with weekly podcasts talking with Industry leaders and deep thinkers.Occasionally we share links to products we use. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases on Amazon.

Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard kick off this episode with a discussion of their favorite tech hardware and accessories. From a versatile 3-in-1 wireless charging station to a powerful car charger and a reusable UV sanitizing box, the hosts highlight a diverse array of must-have gadgets that can enhance your Apple device experience. They also delve into the Nomad Tracking Card, a slim and rechargeable item tracker that leverages the Find My network, as well as some clever storage solutions for organizing your Apple Watch bands. Additionally, Rosemary showcases a unique case that adds three customizable action buttons to the iPhone 15 Pro, providing an alternative to the built-in single action button. Anker's Mag Go 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station Combines MagSafe, Apple Watch, and AirPods wireless charging in a compact, folding design Supports 15W fast wireless charging for compatible devices Includes a USB-C cable and wall adapter Ugreen 130W USB-C Car Charger Offers three ports (100W USB-C, USB-C, and USB-A) to charge multiple devices simultaneously Designed with built-in cooling vents to prevent overheating Supports full 100W charging for power-hungry devices like laptops and tablets Nomad Tracking Card A credit card-sized, rechargeable item tracker that integrates with the Find My network Provides long-lasting battery life and can be recharged wirelessly using MagSafe Offers peace of mind for keeping track of everyday items like wallets Philips Hue UV Light Sanitizer Box A large, standing UV light box for disinfecting and drying various devices and accessories Features two UVC lamps and a built-in fan for drying items after sanitization Supports 10-minute and 35-minute disinfection and drying cycles Twelve South Time Porter A wall-mounted organizer that allows you to display and store your Apple Watch bands Provides a convenient way to access and choose from your collection of bands Twelve South Butterfly A 2-in-1 MagSafe and Apple Watch charger that folds for easy, portable charging Designed with a leather-clad body and available through the Apple Store BANG!CASE for iPhone 15 Pro Adds 3 customizable action buttons to the side of the iPhone, allowing for additional shortcut functionality Connects to the phone via Bluetooth and leverages the Accessibility settings for button assignments Offers options for single press, double press, and long press actions Feedback: Ken shares his solution for transferring photos and videos from an iPhone to a work computer with software installation restrictions, using the Simple Transfer app and a local network connection. Shortcuts Corner: Rosemary showcases creative ways to utilize the action button feature on the iPhone 15 Pro, such as formatting text for Discord, checking if you're at home, and automating smart home controls. Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard Want access to the video version and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord. You can also contribute to iOS Today by sending an email to iOSToday@TWiT.tv.

Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard kick off this episode with a discussion of their favorite tech hardware and accessories. From a versatile 3-in-1 wireless charging station to a powerful car charger and a reusable UV sanitizing box, the hosts highlight a diverse array of must-have gadgets that can enhance your Apple device experience. They also delve into the Nomad Tracking Card, a slim and rechargeable item tracker that leverages the Find My network, as well as some clever storage solutions for organizing your Apple Watch bands. Additionally, Rosemary showcases a unique case that adds three customizable action buttons to the iPhone 15 Pro, providing an alternative to the built-in single action button. Anker's Mag Go 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station Combines MagSafe, Apple Watch, and AirPods wireless charging in a compact, folding design Supports 15W fast wireless charging for compatible devices Includes a USB-C cable and wall adapter Ugreen 130W USB-C Car Charger Offers three ports (100W USB-C, USB-C, and USB-A) to charge multiple devices simultaneously Designed with built-in cooling vents to prevent overheating Supports full 100W charging for power-hungry devices like laptops and tablets Nomad Tracking Card A credit card-sized, rechargeable item tracker that integrates with the Find My network Provides long-lasting battery life and can be recharged wirelessly using MagSafe Offers peace of mind for keeping track of everyday items like wallets Philips Hue UV Light Sanitizer Box A large, standing UV light box for disinfecting and drying various devices and accessories Features two UVC lamps and a built-in fan for drying items after sanitization Supports 10-minute and 35-minute disinfection and drying cycles Twelve South Time Porter A wall-mounted organizer that allows you to display and store your Apple Watch bands Provides a convenient way to access and choose from your collection of bands Twelve South Butterfly A 2-in-1 MagSafe and Apple Watch charger that folds for easy, portable charging Designed with a leather-clad body and available through the Apple Store BANG!CASE for iPhone 15 Pro Adds 3 customizable action buttons to the side of the iPhone, allowing for additional shortcut functionality Connects to the phone via Bluetooth and leverages the Accessibility settings for button assignments Offers options for single press, double press, and long press actions Feedback: Ken shares his solution for transferring photos and videos from an iPhone to a work computer with software installation restrictions, using the Simple Transfer app and a local network connection. Shortcuts Corner: Rosemary showcases creative ways to utilize the action button feature on the iPhone 15 Pro, such as formatting text for Discord, checking if you're at home, and automating smart home controls. Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard Want access to the video version and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord. You can also contribute to iOS Today by sending an email to iOSToday@TWiT.tv.

Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard kick off this episode with a discussion of their favorite tech hardware and accessories. From a versatile 3-in-1 wireless charging station to a powerful car charger and a reusable UV sanitizing box, the hosts highlight a diverse array of must-have gadgets that can enhance your Apple device experience. They also delve into the Nomad Tracking Card, a slim and rechargeable item tracker that leverages the Find My network, as well as some clever storage solutions for organizing your Apple Watch bands. Additionally, Rosemary showcases a unique case that adds three customizable action buttons to the iPhone 15 Pro, providing an alternative to the built-in single action button. Anker's Mag Go 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station Combines MagSafe, Apple Watch, and AirPods wireless charging in a compact, folding design Supports 15W fast wireless charging for compatible devices Includes a USB-C cable and wall adapter Ugreen 130W USB-C Car Charger Offers three ports (100W USB-C, USB-C, and USB-A) to charge multiple devices simultaneously Designed with built-in cooling vents to prevent overheating Supports full 100W charging for power-hungry devices like laptops and tablets Nomad Tracking Card A credit card-sized, rechargeable item tracker that integrates with the Find My network Provides long-lasting battery life and can be recharged wirelessly using MagSafe Offers peace of mind for keeping track of everyday items like wallets Philips Hue UV Light Sanitizer Box A large, standing UV light box for disinfecting and drying various devices and accessories Features two UVC lamps and a built-in fan for drying items after sanitization Supports 10-minute and 35-minute disinfection and drying cycles Twelve South Time Porter A wall-mounted organizer that allows you to display and store your Apple Watch bands Provides a convenient way to access and choose from your collection of bands Twelve South Butterfly A 2-in-1 MagSafe and Apple Watch charger that folds for easy, portable charging Designed with a leather-clad body and available through the Apple Store BANG!CASE for iPhone 15 Pro Adds 3 customizable action buttons to the side of the iPhone, allowing for additional shortcut functionality Connects to the phone via Bluetooth and leverages the Accessibility settings for button assignments Offers options for single press, double press, and long press actions Feedback: Ken shares his solution for transferring photos and videos from an iPhone to a work computer with software installation restrictions, using the Simple Transfer app and a local network connection. Shortcuts Corner: Rosemary showcases creative ways to utilize the action button feature on the iPhone 15 Pro, such as formatting text for Discord, checking if you're at home, and automating smart home controls. Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard Want access to the video version and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord. You can also contribute to iOS Today by sending an email to iOSToday@TWiT.tv.

Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard kick off this episode with a discussion of their favorite tech hardware and accessories. From a versatile 3-in-1 wireless charging station to a powerful car charger and a reusable UV sanitizing box, the hosts highlight a diverse array of must-have gadgets that can enhance your Apple device experience. They also delve into the Nomad Tracking Card, a slim and rechargeable item tracker that leverages the Find My network, as well as some clever storage solutions for organizing your Apple Watch bands. Additionally, Rosemary showcases a unique case that adds three customizable action buttons to the iPhone 15 Pro, providing an alternative to the built-in single action button. Anker's Mag Go 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station Combines MagSafe, Apple Watch, and AirPods wireless charging in a compact, folding design Supports 15W fast wireless charging for compatible devices Includes a USB-C cable and wall adapter Ugreen 130W USB-C Car Charger Offers three ports (100W USB-C, USB-C, and USB-A) to charge multiple devices simultaneously Designed with built-in cooling vents to prevent overheating Supports full 100W charging for power-hungry devices like laptops and tablets Nomad Tracking Card A credit card-sized, rechargeable item tracker that integrates with the Find My network Provides long-lasting battery life and can be recharged wirelessly using MagSafe Offers peace of mind for keeping track of everyday items like wallets Philips Hue UV Light Sanitizer Box A large, standing UV light box for disinfecting and drying various devices and accessories Features two UVC lamps and a built-in fan for drying items after sanitization Supports 10-minute and 35-minute disinfection and drying cycles Twelve South Time Porter A wall-mounted organizer that allows you to display and store your Apple Watch bands Provides a convenient way to access and choose from your collection of bands Twelve South Butterfly A 2-in-1 MagSafe and Apple Watch charger that folds for easy, portable charging Designed with a leather-clad body and available through the Apple Store BANG!CASE for iPhone 15 Pro Adds 3 customizable action buttons to the side of the iPhone, allowing for additional shortcut functionality Connects to the phone via Bluetooth and leverages the Accessibility settings for button assignments Offers options for single press, double press, and long press actions Feedback: Ken shares his solution for transferring photos and videos from an iPhone to a work computer with software installation restrictions, using the Simple Transfer app and a local network connection. Shortcuts Corner: Rosemary showcases creative ways to utilize the action button feature on the iPhone 15 Pro, such as formatting text for Discord, checking if you're at home, and automating smart home controls. Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard Want access to the video version and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord. You can also contribute to iOS Today by sending an email to iOSToday@TWiT.tv.

Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard kick off this episode with a discussion of their favorite tech hardware and accessories. From a versatile 3-in-1 wireless charging station to a powerful car charger and a reusable UV sanitizing box, the hosts highlight a diverse array of must-have gadgets that can enhance your Apple device experience. They also delve into the Nomad Tracking Card, a slim and rechargeable item tracker that leverages the Find My network, as well as some clever storage solutions for organizing your Apple Watch bands. Additionally, Rosemary showcases a unique case that adds three customizable action buttons to the iPhone 15 Pro, providing an alternative to the built-in single action button. Anker's Mag Go 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station Combines MagSafe, Apple Watch, and AirPods wireless charging in a compact, folding design Supports 15W fast wireless charging for compatible devices Includes a USB-C cable and wall adapter Ugreen 130W USB-C Car Charger Offers three ports (100W USB-C, USB-C, and USB-A) to charge multiple devices simultaneously Designed with built-in cooling vents to prevent overheating Supports full 100W charging for power-hungry devices like laptops and tablets Nomad Tracking Card A credit card-sized, rechargeable item tracker that integrates with the Find My network Provides long-lasting battery life and can be recharged wirelessly using MagSafe Offers peace of mind for keeping track of everyday items like wallets Philips Hue UV Light Sanitizer Box A large, standing UV light box for disinfecting and drying various devices and accessories Features two UVC lamps and a built-in fan for drying items after sanitization Supports 10-minute and 35-minute disinfection and drying cycles Twelve South Time Porter A wall-mounted organizer that allows you to display and store your Apple Watch bands Provides a convenient way to access and choose from your collection of bands Twelve South Butterfly A 2-in-1 MagSafe and Apple Watch charger that folds for easy, portable charging Designed with a leather-clad body and available through the Apple Store BANG!CASE for iPhone 15 Pro Adds 3 customizable action buttons to the side of the iPhone, allowing for additional shortcut functionality Connects to the phone via Bluetooth and leverages the Accessibility settings for button assignments Offers options for single press, double press, and long press actions Feedback: Ken shares his solution for transferring photos and videos from an iPhone to a work computer with software installation restrictions, using the Simple Transfer app and a local network connection. Shortcuts Corner: Rosemary showcases creative ways to utilize the action button feature on the iPhone 15 Pro, such as formatting text for Discord, checking if you're at home, and automating smart home controls. Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard Want access to the video version and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord. You can also contribute to iOS Today by sending an email to iOSToday@TWiT.tv.

Summer is just around the corner and while it is enjoyable being under the sun, we need to be protected. So,how can you protect your skin from the sun's harmful rays while still reaping the benefits of sunlight?As summer approaches, it's crucial to understand the importance of protecting our skin from harmful UV rays. In this episode of the Biohacking Beauty podcast, we welcome Anastasia, co-founder of Young Goose, to discuss the vital role of sunscreen in our daily skincare routine. Our discussion covers the differences between UVA, UVB, and UVC rays, backed by clinical evidence linking UV exposure to oxidative stress and cellular damage.We also talked about effective sun protection strategies, pre-sunlight red light therapy, debunking SPF myths, practical sunscreen tips and so much more!This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to optimize their skin health and enjoy the sun safely!What we discuss:(01:29) Importance of Sunscreen and Skin Protection(13:03) Guidelines for Safe Sun Exposure(17:35) Alternative Views on Sun Exposure(24:26) Sunscreen Chemical Accumulation in Population(27:58) Understanding Mineral Sunscreen Ingredients(33:36) Benefits of Micronized Zinc Oxide Sunscreen(40:04) Benefits of Antioxidants in Sunblock(45:02) Sunscreen Benefits and Ectoin Discussion(50:25) Sunscreen for EMF Protection(55:08) Benefits of Zinc Oxide in SunscreenLinks to the studies mentioned in this episode: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5615097/https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/article-abstract/2759002https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0013935117317073 To learn more about Young Goose:Use code PODCAST10 to get 10% off your first purchase, and if you're a returning customer use the code PODCAST5 to get 5% off at https://www.younggoose.com/Instagram: @young_goose_skincare

Today we chatted with John Rajchert about the application of using far UVC technology to make indoor environments healthier. Rajchert is a native of Sydney Australia with an impressive background in electrical engineering.  He has worked for years making buildings safe and efficient. Today he is a Co-founder and CEO of Lit Thinking and discusses what Far-UVC technology is and how it works. 

En este episodio de "Cruising the UVC world," exploramos la impresionante isla de Santa Lucía, conocida por sus exuberantes selvas tropicales, majestuosos Pitones y playas prístinas. Descubre la vibrante cultura de la isla, su deliciosa gastronomía y los lujosos resorts que la convierten en un destino ideal tanto para la aventura como para la relajación. Además, te llevaremos a través de las exquisitas instalaciones de la Hyatt Inclusive Collection en este paraíso tropical. ¡Sintoniza y deja que la belleza natural y el encanto de Santa Lucía cautiven tus sentidos!

In this episode of "Cruising the UVC World," we explore the stunning island of Saint Lucia, known for its lush rainforests, majestic Pitons, and pristine beaches. Discover the island's vibrant culture, delicious cuisine, and luxurious resorts that make it a top destination for both adventure and relaxation. Plus, we'll take you through the exquisite accommodations of the Hyatt Inclusive Collection in this tropical paradise. Tune in and let Saint Lucia's natural beauty and charm captivate your senses!

MAKING USE OF UV-C FROM THE MAY 2024 ISSUE OF INSIDE GROWER MAGAZINE WRITTEN BY CHRIS BEYTES NARRATED BY BILL CALKINS   EXCERPT: However, used correctly, the benefits seem to outweigh the risk: UV-C systems are relatively easy to implement, are cost-effective, require no re-entry period, reduce chemical use, improve the overall health of your crops, and can help you comply with existing and new regulations regarding chemical use and runoff water sanitation.   Overall, as UV-C technology becomes more tested, proven and widespread, it will be an excellent tool to consider adding to your IPM arsenal.   Read the digital edition of Inside Grower Magazine—May 2024: https://www.ballpublishing.com/magazine/ig_24_02/index.aspx

If I'm not mistaken, you're the kind of person who has a revolutionary idea they want to unleash on the world.  So, if you are interested in discovering how to ethically impact people's lives for the better, then you need this episode of Crowdfunding Demystified.  Because Alan Hui and Kris Chan did just that for animal lovers all over the world with their RealFountain DailyFresh Pet Fountain. This fountain automatically refreshes your pet's water daily and constantly replenishes it with UVC sterilized water from a 10L tank, PLUS loads of other unique features.  Alan is the CEO and founder of LALAHOME, and Kris is the company's marketing manager and website wiz. After a previous 6-figure campaign, these creators returned to the crowd to launch their new product, and today they will share with you their hard-earned wisdom on how they raised over $160K in funding on Indiegogo. You will learn indespendible tools like: How to recruit a killer team Ways to improve your product with customer feedback Blowing up marketing channels with newsletters, influencers, and social media …and more! Whether you are looking at crowdfunding for today or in the future, join host Salvador Briggman and his guests to gain key information and unlock your crowdfunding success.  Resources and Tools Mentioned on the Show Book a coaching call Subscribe for Weekly Crowdfunding Tips Fulfillrite: Kickstarter and crowdfunding reward fulfillment services. They come highly recommended! Download their free shipping and fulfillment checklist. The Kickstarter Launch Formula (Get free audio book with Audible's 30-day Free Trial) FREE Kickstarter Training FREE Crowdfunding PR Course LALAHOME on Indiegogo LALAHOME

Welcome to The Nonlinear Library, where we use Text-to-Speech software to convert the best writing from the Rationalist and EA communities into audio. This is: How Well-Funded is Biosecurity Philanthropy?, published by Conrad K. on April 4, 2024 on The Effective Altruism Forum. Many thanks to Andrew Snyder-Beattie, Sella Nevo, and Joshua Monrad for their feedback during this project. This project was completed as part of contract work with Open Philanthropy, but the views and work expressed here do not represent those of Open Philanthropy. All thoughts are my own. My full spreadsheet with results and calculations can be found here. Summary Statistics I adopt a loose and arbitrary definition of biosecurity where I am primarily concerned with interventions aimed at preventing or mitigating the effects of disease outbreaks. This especially includes interventions targeting or suitable for global catastrophic biological risks (GCBRs). Given this definition, biosecurity roughly represents 1.3% of the global spend on public health or about $130bn of $10tn a year. Of this $130bn, governments likely make up roughly $100bn (80%), with the US government funding the bulk of government funding globally (close to 90% of the biosecurity spend). Private philanthropy is likely about $1bn (1%). The rest comes from private spending, private philanthropy, and public-private partnerships that aren't independent foundations (e.g., universities). However, the vast majority of biosecurity spending goes towards vaccine development, disease surveillance, and pathogenesis research. My impression is that areas such as next-gen PPE, far-UVC, and research into GCBRs do not receive much philanthropic funding at all outside EA. EA players likely represent roughly 4% of biosecurity philanthropic funding. See 'Results' for more information. This was scrappily put together in no more than 40 hours of work and very little expert consultation, so I note extremely high levels of uncertainty in these figures, although I would estimate they are correct within a factor of 2-3 given the conception of biosecurity with a reasonable degree of confidence (~70%). However, my uncertainties are much wider when I factor in uncertainties about what constitutes 'biosecurity' to begin with (closer to a factor of 5 with the same degree of confidence, with the upper tail being much higher). About I've spent some time recently trying to understand exactly how well-funded is 'biosecurity' philanthropy. An important caveat is that 'biosecurity', in its broadest sense, is "the prevention of disease-causing agents entering or leaving any place where they can pose a risk to farm animals, other animals, humans, or the safety and quality of a food product". Under this definition, the space of biosecurity interventions is exceptionally broad: safe food handling and storage practices, screening imported produce, waste management, proper sanitation, and the use of HVAC systems are all biosecurity interventions. Instead, I'm mostly interested in a subset of interventions largely aimed at preventing or mitigating the effects of disease outbreaks. This especially includes interventions targeting or suitable for global catastrophic biological risks (GCBRs) such as pathogen-agnostic early detection, vaccine platform technologies, and regulating the use of nucleic acids through methods such as DNA synthesis screening. However, a number of interventions not primarily targeting GCBRs may still have quite large consequences for them. Antimicrobial resistance likely contributes towards millions of deaths a year; is a desired property of any maliciously designed pathogen, and techniques for detecting antimicrobial resistance are essentially the same techniques we would use for detecting novel pathogens. I think it is plausible that much work on influenza, research into the pathogenesis of pathogens, and a number of national security interventions are additionally relevant to pandemic prevention and ...

205. R-Zero | Grant Morgan was developing a powerful UV-C disinfection device capable of destroying over 99.99% of pathogens to make commercial space as safe as possible for employees and customers. Grant, along with his co-founders, runs R-Zero Systems, which is a biosafety company dedicated to making safer everyday spaces and common places. Among their top priority is to thoughtfully design the most effective technologies and protocols that would reduce our world of deadly pathogens such as the Coronavirus, Influenza, norovirus, E. coli, common cold, and other common infectious diseases.   *** For Show Notes, Key Points, Contact Info, Resources Mentioned, & the Fabulous 4 Questions on this episode visit our website: Grant Morgan Interview. ***   If you have land in Georgia, then check out: https://bubba-land.com/georgia/  

Welcome to The Nonlinear Library, where we use Text-to-Speech software to convert the best writing from the Rationalist and EA communities into audio. This is: Why are we not using upper-room ultraviolet germicidal irradiation (UVGI) more?, published by Max Görlitz on March 12, 2024 on The Effective Altruism Forum. This is a Draft Amnesty Week draft. It may not be polished, up to my usual standards, fully thought through, or fully fact-checked. Commenting and feedback guidelines: Keep one and delete the rest (or write your own): I'm posting this to get it out there. I'd love to see comments that take the ideas forward, but criticism of my argument won't be as useful at this time. Please be aware that I wrote all of this in November 2022 and haven't engaged with the draft since. I have learnt much more about germicidal ultraviolet since and probably don't agree with some of the takes here anymore. I am posting it to get it out there instead of having it lying around in some Google doc forever. I am currently operating under the hypothesis that upper-room UVGI systems are efficacious, safe, and cost-effective for reducing the transmission of airborne diseases (E. A. Nardell 2021; E. Nardell et al. 2008; Abboushi et al. 2022; Shen et al. 2021). We have known about them since the 1940s. I was interested in digging into the history of research on upper-room UVGI to answer the question: If we have known for so long how well upper-room UVGI works, why are we not using it much more widely? Summary The points below are largely bad reasons not to use upper-room UVGI, which leads me to suspect that upper-room UVGI is underrated and that we should probably be implementing it more. Upper-room UVGI is an 80-year-old technology. The first epidemiological studies in the 1940s were very promising but attempts to replicate them were much less successful. The studies which did not show an effect likely had important design flaws. Around the same time that the epidemiological studies showing limited effects were published, other measures for combating tuberculosis were invented. Thus, upper-room UVGI became less of a priority. People were concerned about the safety of UVC light. These concerns are mostly unjustified today, but many people are still worried and extremely reluctant to implement upper-room UVGI. While some guidelines exist, there are no government standards for upper-room UVGI. The regulatory environment in the US is a mess, leaving manufacturers and consumers with a difficult market. The medical establishment has been overly skeptical of airborne disease transmission in the 20th century and partly until today. Technologies for combating airborne disease transmission were therefore overlooked. Early epidemiological studies Initial studies on the effectiveness of upper-room UVGI and UVGI "light barriers" in the 1940s showed great promise (Sauer, Minsk, and Rosenstern 1942; Wells, Wells, and Wilder 1942). For instance, in the Wells trial during the 1941 Pennsylvania measles epidemic, 60% fewer susceptible children were infected in the classrooms with upper-room UVGI (see Appendix 2 for an extensive spreadsheet). These promising results prompted further epidemiological studies in the 1940s and 50s, but those did not show a significant effect, and people felt disillusioned with the technology (Reed 2010). Kowalski, one of the leaders in modern UVGI research, claims that the MRC study (1954) played an essential role in the declining interest in upper-room UVGI (Kowalski 2009, 11). That study concluded: "There was no appreciable effect on the total sickness absence recorded in either the Infant or the Junior departments. [...] The effect of irradiation on total sickness absence is therefore small, and the results would not appear to justify wide use of irradiation as a hygienic measure for the control of infection in primary urban day schools." (Medical Research Council (Great Britain) 1954). One problem with the study was that while u...

In this episode, Karen dispels the myths surrounding UV-C light disinfection for privacy curtains, and discusses how UV-C light disinfection is less efficient than laundering. Plus, discover how long it can take to adequately terminally clean a patient room if the privacy curtain is exchanged as well.  This is episode 7 of our 12-Part Expert Series On-The-Go series! In this series, we're learning from industry expert Karen Goelst, CEO and Founder of KleenEdge. With a 20-year background in architectural specialties and textiles, Karen became passionate about solving the issues surrounding privacy curtains following her 15-year-old son's hospital stay with MRSA. --------------- Expert Series On-the-Go presents perioperative insights from industry experts in a creative, easy to listen to, audio format. Think audio book meets busy Operating Room professional! #FirstCase #Podcast #OperatingRoom #Surgery #ORExpert #perioperative

In the first episode of 2024, Brian Wind, Ophthalmologist, CEO and Innovator of Steri-write, joins Clean Talk Podcast to discuss Steri-write technology for sanitizing high-touch writing supplies in healthcare settings to prevent cross-contamination in an eco-friendly way.Tune in to hear more about a range of topics including:- Brian's background and what brought him to where he is today- About Steri-write and the technology- The mission of Steri-write and the need it solves- Studies and alarming statistics that show how dirty pens are in communal areas- UV-C's success rate at deactivating harmful pathogens- The challenges of bringing a product to market- The high points of creating an infection prevention solution- The use of germicidal UV-C in the Steri-write technology- And more!Join our community of Infection Control thought leaders to stay up to date on the latest and upcoming Clean Talk Podcast episodes: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/9094477/Or stay up to date by visiting: https://cleantalk.tv/

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia.   Today is Wednesday, Dec. 27  Progress is coming along nicely on the new steel mill in Mason County. WV News and The State Journal names Tourism Secretary Chelsea Ruby “Public Servant of the Year.” And the WV Land Trust will manage a historic Monroe County Cave…on today's daily304. #1 – From WOWK-TV – The new steel mill coming to Mason County is moving into a new phase of construction. According to Nucor Steel, the upcoming phase of construction will include pile driving and starting the underground utility installations and foundations. In October, Nucor and the Mason County community broke the Guinness World Record for the most people to participate in a groundbreaking ceremony, with 545 people grabbing a shovel to make history. Construction for the new facility is expected to take two to three years. Once it's completed, hundreds of jobs will be brought to Mason County. Read more: https://www.wowktv.com/news/west-virginia/mason-county-wv/nucor-moving-to-next-construction-phase-in-mason-county/   #2 – From WV NEWS – For her efforts and successes in selling West Virginia as the place to be, Tourism Secretary Chelsea Ruby has been named WV News/The State Journal's Public Servant of the Year. “Chelsea has the skills and the energy to help West Virginia reach its full potential in the tourism industry,” said Gov. Jim Justice when he appointed Ruby to the position shortly after he won the 2016 election. “She knows how to think big, and I look forward to working with her to increase tourism in our state. My goal is to make tourism an economic driver and bring jobs to West Virginia.” Over the course of nearly seven years, during which time Ruby's office became a cabinet-level position named the West Virginia Department of Tourism, the strategy has proven successful. Visitors to the state directly spent $5.3 billion in 2022, an all-time high, according to data from Tourism Economics, an Oxford Economics company that measures tourism spending and economic impact. The tourism industry now supports more than 53,000 West Virginia jobs, one out of every 16 in the state, which account for nearly $2 billion in annual income. Read more: https://www.wvnews.com/sec-chelsea-ruby-helping-west-virginia-tap-into-tourisms-potential/article_0c362ed6-9a9c-11ee-86f0-f7ffd161cf56.html   #3 – From GAZETTE-MAIL – The West Virginia Land Trust has assumed management of a historic Monroe County cave system. The cave was once mined for saltpeter by pioneer settlers and Confederate soldiers. Saltpeter is a key component in the making of gunpowder. The cave now provides habitat for at least two endangered bat species. Partial funding for the preserve was made available as habitat impact mitigation arising from construction of the Mountain Valley Pipeline. The new, 298-acre Greenville Saltpeter Cave Preserve encompasses its namesake limestone cavern, which contains nearly 4 miles of mapped passages. The preserve, to be managed in cooperation with the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, will be the first site in the Mountain State where a promising experimental treatment designed to reduce bats' vulnerability to white-nose syndrome will be deployed. While the cave is expected to remain closed to the public for a number of years, the surface portion of the preserve may be open for public hiking, bird-watching, nature study and photography after the DNR's UV-C project is completed. Read more: https://www.wvgazettemail.com/outdoors/recreation/wv-land-trust-to-preserve-manage-historic-monroe-county-cave/article_9ecc7ec4-109f-581e-bbea-5a13b2ad9b2a.html?utm_source=wvgazettemail.com&utm_campaign=%2Fnewsletters%2Foutdoors%2F%3F-dc%3D1702746017&utm_medium=email&utm_content=headline   Find these stories and more at wv.gov/daily304. The daily304 curated news and information is brought to you by the West Virginia Department of Commerce: Sharing the wealth, beauty and opportunity in West Virginia with the world. Follow the daily304 on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @daily304. Or find us online at wv.gov and just click the daily304 logo.  That's all for now. Take care. Be safe. Get outside and enjoy all the opportunity West Virginia has to offer.  

In this conversation, Natalie & Shawna share what's on their hearts and minds, and explore the next phase of Earth Speak. You'll also hear about: How did we get here and how do we co-create more aliveness in the future   How to support different communities and move away from marginalization Capacity, somatics, and co-creating community  ♥♥♥ Join The Earth Speak Collective Membership! Join like-hearted folks in a sacred container and community where you'll: Connect deeply to yourself, others, nature & spirit Learn to trust your intuition Activate your Earth magic Expand your healing & divination skills Put your intuition into practice in everyday life Stop feeling lonely on your spiritual path Embody & express your creative power & truths Experience safe space without agenda or judgment When you join the Collective, you get access to all of our past workshops, any live workshops happening while you're a member, live weekly energetic reset calls, monthly community rituals, all the secret episodes, member-run meetups to explore magical topics, and a lively members-only forum (that's not on FB!). ▶▶▶ Learn more and sign up for the Collective membership here: https://www.earthspeak.love/collective ***** Natalie Ross helps magical entrepreneurs tweak their marketing, so they can reach more of the people they're meant to serve. She helps them go from feeling overwhelmed and not knowing how to talk about what they do to creating content that's fun and brings in more sales. She also produces the Earth Speak podcast and runs a community about connecting more deeply with self, others, nature and spirit. Learn more at www.natalie.net.   Shawna finds inspiration from all aspects of life but most notably nature and human connection. She brings experience and awareness from being a white assuming mixed-race black woman living in America. As a student of Psychological Ethnic Anthropology, she enjoys liberating folks from aspects of what make them feel othered by society. Learn more at @shawna.cason and @folkflorist  In this episode, we talk about: Natalie and Shawna discuss ideologies, constructs, and the early history of anthropology  Finding safety within oneself so we can find safety within community  How we both inherit and are influenced by ideologies  Deconstructing race and the myth of race  Shawna shares her experience of being mixed-race and multicultural  The concept of the melting pot, whiteness, and the erasure of cultures How to support different communities but move away from marginalization That we are all the same species, the same race  How did we get here and how do we co-create more aliveness in the future?   How power structures have separated and governed the relationship between humans and the Earth Systems of othering Co-existing and celebrating difference  We explore, how when one person is oppressed in the system we are all oppressed  The ways that power structures create and maintain oppression  Looking to nature for models of how to thrive together  Moving away from the myth of scarcity  Surviving, thriving, and embodying sustainablity within late capitalism What is capacity?  What can we co-create in community, when we come from a place of safety?  Honoring and finding safety within ourselves so we can honor the need for safety in others Moving forward through trauma healing, embodiment, and navigating the nervous system  Answering the call to create healing for ourselves and our community  And so much more! 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