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https://diamondsofdisability.com/articles/why-where-you-live-dramatically-changes-your-disability-supportWhy do two people on the same federal disability benefits get wildly different support? We break down the state-level decisions that shape in-home care, housing, transportation, and employment access for disabled adults, plus the federal funding shift changing everything. Diamonds of Disability City: Orem Address: 260 South 1200 West Website: https://diamondsofdisability.com

* Vivane/Sky Point Adventures: A Message to Vivane* A quick update on where we are.* Which came first for Josh--theater or gaming?* Shakespeare!* Josh has run this one.* Espionage and combat* Part One: The Commission* Hired to deliver information to the Vivane Resistance* How Josh tweaked the intro for his group.* What is the information being delivered?* Part Two: So This is Vivane* Arriving in the city and meeting the contact, Kron* Introduction to Theran corruption and get a taste of the exotic* Part Three: Delivery* Meet contacts and get raided by the Red Squad* It's just a coincidence! The Therans don't know about the group.* Chase scene!* Part Four: At the Manor House* Safety after the chase... for a moment.* Another Theran Raid* Another escape* Part Five: The Secret Room* Into the Undercity (reference to previous adventure in this collection)* Learn the scroll was sold to a crime boss.* Decide what to do; help recover the information, or escape the city.* Reasons why groups might take either option.* Part Six: Marikis's Gang* Attacking the crime boss* Opportunity to get out some frustrations through combat.* Adjustable difficulty of the combat and the dozen or so gang members* Aftermath: Slipping out of the city and meeting Kron later in the campaign.* Espionage in the way James Bond or Jason Bourne is espionage* Linear in the way Josh likes linear to be; it plays fair* Relatively simple task, just dealing with complications and problems* Vary "Shadowrun", spy thriller* "A bunch of stuff is happening, we just need to deal with it."* Lessons on making a situation, not a plotFind and Follow:Email: edsgpodcast@gmail.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@EDSGPodcastFind and follow Josh: https://linktr.ee/LoreMerchantGet product information, developer blogs, and more at www.fasagames.comFASA Games on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fasagamesincOfficial Earthdawn Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/officialearthdawnFASA Games Discord Channel: https://discord.gg/uuVwS9uEarthdawn West Marches: https://discord.gg/hhHDtXW

Discover why two Gold ETFs tracking the same gold price can deliver wildly different returns. We unpack tracking error, tracking difference, and the hidden costs that compound over time - plus how to choose smarter. Gold ETF Calculator City: Erie Address: 502 W 7th St, Ste 100 Website: https://goldetfcalculator.com Email: support@goldetfcalculator.com

the challenge of the unknown > the disappoint of the familiar you have to change some variables if you're trying a new experiment Study what you avoid. What makes you scared to act. Defensiveness is often protecting you from something you are afraid to face, but if you face it, you may realize your guard being up against it was the biggest hurdle. Leverage your effort into longterm upkeep of all the goodness in your life. Small repeated actions are what add up to create your life, so don't let it pass you by waiting for it to arrive."It is not the strongest of the species that survive, nor the most intelligent, but the most responsive to change." - Charles Darwin Read Julie's Medium Blog.Support JULIE (and the show!)Support + get some bonus stuff over on PATREON.Get an occasional personal email from me: www.makeyourdamnbedpodcast.comTune in on INSTAGRAM AND YOUTUBE or TIKTOK.Info on War Tax Resistance.Donate to the Palestinian Children's Relief Fund and the Sudan Relief FundThe opinions expressed by Julie Merica and Make Your Damn Bed Podcast are intended for entertainment purposes only. Make Your Damn Bed podcast is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/make-your-damn-bed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rebecca Bloom is a former employee benefits and executive compensation attorney who spent more than 25 years helping women navigate cancer, work, insurance, disability coverage, and financial survival. She is the founder and author of When Women Get Sick, a book built from decades inside the legal, workplace, and patient advocacy systems most people only discover after diagnosis.Bloom started in Big Law at Simpson Thacher handling employee benefits and compensation work she originally chose to pay off student loans. Then her mother was diagnosed with breast cancer. Suddenly the language she used in corporate law offices became the language of survival at home. Explanation of benefits forms. Coverage disputes. Second opinions. Disability protections. Medical leave. Bills no one could explain.That collision changed the direction of her life.In this episode, Bloom explains how serious illness quietly turns patients into unpaid administrators managing paperwork, logistics, financial risk, and emotional labor while trying to survive treatment. She breaks down how employer based health insurance shapes nearly every aspect of cancer care in America and why women often carry the invisible burden of protecting everyone else from discomfort while they themselves fall apart.The conversation digs into workplace power, the illusion of the healthcare “safety net,” caregiver exhaustion, and the class divide hiding underneath patient empowerment culture. Bloom explains why educated, insured women with resources still struggle to navigate healthcare bureaucracy and what happens to patients without those advantages.This episode explores cancer care, health insurance, employee benefits, patient advocacy, workplace protections, caregiving, and the structural incentives that force sick people to become project managers of their own survival.RELATED LINKSRebecca BloomWhen Women Get SickBay Area Cancer ConnectionsSimpson Thacher & BartlettFEEDBACKLike this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship email podcasts@matthewzachary.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Since the original April 2024 airing of this edition of Overdrive Radio, our own research has underscored small fleet owner Surinder Gill's contention that the federal minimum bond requirement for brokers should vary in size, depending on the size of the broker's book of business. Nearly half of all 2026 respondents to Overdrive's survey expressed a similar view, and the vast majority felt the current $75,000 minimum bond was insufficent generally, as detailed in our recent special report: https://overdriveonline.com/15829986 When it comes to the actual filing of bond claims, too often the experience ends in frustration. 56% of survey respondents indicated experience filing a claim -- or threatening to -- as a means of nonpayment recourse against a broker. Owner-ops' most common response indicated a bad result. 28% reported wasted labor: They were never paid. Gill's story as originally told in April 2024 follows in this summary: Manteca, California, Gill Freightlines small fleet owner Surinder Gill's family's trucking lineage traces back through 60 years of OTR work done by his father, Gurmail Singh Gill, over more than one continent. The elder Gill hauled first in his native India, some in the Middle East, and finished out his career in the United States. Surinder Gill had dipped his feet in trucking as a dispatcher by the time his father passed in 2018. "I wanted to do something to honor my father," Gill said. "How do I honor my father and his legacy? So we purchased a truck and got a trailer, and I put his photo on the back." His trailers to this day feature that photo and the "In loving memory" text for Gurmail Singh Gill. "He'll always be on the road, in a way," as his son puts it in this edition of Overdrive Radio, telling that story but much else besides. Small fleet owner Gill was in part the subject of Overdrive Executive Editor Alex Lockie's reporting on the now-infamous collapse of the Convoy company as a going brokerage concern this past Fall. That reporting told the tale of a variety of owner-operators and small fleet owners just like 28-year-old Surinder Gill who, months following the abrupt shuttering of Convoy in October, remained unpaid for in some cases thousands' worth of work hauling: https://www.overdriveonline.com/business/article/15666087/convoys-unpaid-carriers-signing-back-up-to-haul-loads In Gill's case, unpaid invoices were to the tune of around $35,000 in dedicated contract loads his several company drivers and a larger number of owner-operators pulled for big names in canning and food generally, like the Post company. Convoy's debt to Gill alone is nearly half of the worth of the required $75,000 bond any broker is required to have to cover claims. As you'll hear in the podcast, Gill believes that bond amount shouldn't but a static number but rather dependent on the amount of business a broker handles. Larger the broker, larger the bond.

 Did you know two neighboring Mississippi school districts can have different calendars? While the state requires at least 180 instructional days, each district sets its own start dates, holidays, and breaks within state guidelines. That means families should always check their local district's official calendar for the most accurate schedule. 

Přes deset let poukazuje na nástrahy, které mohou v Praze potkat turisty. Kromě podvodníků však Janek Rubeš se svým kolegou Honzou Mikulkou odhaluje i méně známá zákoutí metropole či zajímavé podniky. Sem tam se proto setkává s kritikou ze strany obyvatel, kteří mu za propálení „tajných“ míst, turisty spíše ignorovaných, nadávají. Sám ale považuje za úspěch, že zahraniční návštěvníci uvidí z Prahy i něco víc než jen Hrad a Karlův most. O tom, jak to dnes v českém hlavním městě vypadá, hovoří Rubeš v podcastu Slepá mapa.

Letošní, už 60. ročník Mezinárodního filmového festivalu v Karlových Varech nezůstal své pověsti nic dlužen. Rekordnímu počtu diváků a obrovskému množství hostů nabídl pořádnou porci filmů, dronovou show, široký červený koberec a na něm slavné hvězdy. Na pozadí velké události se ale odehrály i malé příběhy lidí, kteří na festival jezdí pravidelně a mají s ním spojené velmi silné osobní zážitky.Všechny díly podcastu Seriál Radiožurnálu můžete pohodlně poslouchat v mobilní aplikaci mujRozhlas pro Android a iOS nebo na webu mujRozhlas.cz.

Na letošním Mezinárodním filmovém festivalu v Karlových Varech pokračovala série rozhovorů Forbes Misfits Talk, která vzniká ve spolupráci s J&T Bankou. V prostorách J&T Magnus Lounge Bar tentokrát přijala pozvání česká basketbalová hvězda Tomáš Satoranský.Během šesti let v NBA si splnil dětský sen, zahrál si proti největším hvězdám světa a vydělal peníze, o kterých většina sportovců jen sní. Přesto dnes bez váhání říká, že šťastnější byl v Evropě. A největší výzvou jeho života už dávno není basketbal.Do Karlových Varů se vrací pravidelně už patnáct let. Festival se pro něj a jeho manželku stal každoročním rituálem.„Když se vracíme do Česka, jsou Vary jedna z prvních věcí, které chceme stihnout. Potkáváme se tady s kamarády, které celý rok nevidíme. Je to takový náš tradiční bod léta,“ říká Satoranský.

Zatím poslední film Heleny Třeštíkové měl svou premiéru na letošním filmovém festivalu v Karlových Varech. Snímek, který zachycuje 50 let života zpěvačky Báry Basikové, vede v diváckém hlasování. „Jsem tím strašně dojatá,“ přiznává. „Bára tyhle Vary hodně silně prožívá. Jinak než já, protože je tu poprvé, v jiné roli, než je zvyklá být. Říká: ‚Pro mě je to výzva, otevírá se pro mě nový kus života.‘ Je z toho celá pryč,“ vypráví Helena Třeštíková.Všechny díly podcastu Host Radiožurnálu můžete pohodlně poslouchat v mobilní aplikaci mujRozhlas pro Android a iOS nebo na webu mujRozhlas.cz.

Zatím poslední film Heleny Třeštíkové měl svou premiéru na letošním filmovém festivalu v Karlových Varech. Snímek, který zachycuje 50 let života zpěvačky Báry Basikové, vede v diváckém hlasování. „Jsem tím strašně dojatá,“ přiznává. „Bára tyhle Vary hodně silně prožívá. Jinak než já, protože je tu poprvé, v jiné roli, než je zvyklá být. Říká: ‚Pro mě je to výzva, otevírá se pro mě nový kus života.‘ Je z toho celá pryč,“ vypráví Helena Třeštíková.Všechny díly podcastu Host Radiožurnálu můžete pohodlně poslouchat v mobilní aplikaci mujRozhlas pro Android a iOS nebo na webu mujRozhlas.cz.

What if one simple cue could change the way you walk? In this episode, Katy introduces movement mantras—easy-to-remember prompts that help you improve your gait one step at a time. Learn how small changes to posture, arm swing, push-off, foot placement, and even the routes you choose can make walking feel stronger, smoother, and more comfortable.Plus, Katy and Jeannette talk with the team behind Freet Barefoot about walking culture, healthy footwear, and hiking in all kinds of terrain, before answering a listener question on vibration plates and lymphatic drainage.Enhanced Show Notes and Full Transcript0:00 — Intro & encouraging kids to walk7:15 — Dynamic Collective Sponsors14:20 — The “Mental Ten” for better walking15:00 — Movement mantras for posture, arm swing and push-off18:15 —Vary your route, vary your carry21:25 — Freet Barefoot and walking culture23:00 — The story behind Freet Barefoot 31:05 — Multi-day walks, footwear and foot strength 37:50 — Walking culture and ‘Rights to Roam' in the UK 43:05 — Favourite Freet Barefoot customer testimonials 47:40 — Do Vibration Plates Help Lymph Drainage? (sponsored by ScreenFit™).Books, Links and Resources:More about Freet BarefootA stepwise course to Walking Well with Katy Bowman & Jill MillerConnect, Move & Learn:Join Our Newsletter: Movement Colored GlassesFollow Katy on SubstackTry Katy's Virtual Studio Free for 7 days!Made Possible By Our Wonderful Sponsors:Earth Runners:  makers of minimalist earthing sandals designed for natural foot movement and connection to the ground— use code DNA10 for 10% off.Freet Barefoot: creators of comfortable barefoot shoes built for natural movement, flexibility, and durability— use code DNA10 for 10% off.Venn Design: Beautifully upholstered ball-shaped Air Chairs and floor cushions that encourage dynamic sittingMovemate: Active standing boards with smoothly articulating wooden slats. Designed to keep you moving without interrupting your focus.ScreenFit™: a complete online vision training program —take $200 off with code NUTRITIOUSMOVEMENTIkaria Design: The Soul Seat® offers height-adjustable, multi-position sitting—get 10% off new chairs and desks with code DNA10My Happy Feet: Toe-spacing socks that gently realign toes for comfortable shoe recovery—take 20% off with code MYDNAThoughts/questions email us at podcast@nutritiousmovement.comYour Voice on the Podcast: Read The Credits  October Retreats 2026 

Herečka Aňa Geislerová se v novém filmu stala lékařkou, která v blíže neurčeném východoslovenském městě provádí potraty a sterilizuje romské ženy. Snímek Pramen, který měl premiéru ve Varech, se vrací do 80. let minulého století, kdy byla sterilizace romských žen bez vědomí důsledků takového zákroku běžnou praxí. Pro mladší diváky je to zcela nové téma.Všechny díly podcastu Seriál Radiožurnálu můžete pohodlně poslouchat v mobilní aplikaci mujRozhlas pro Android a iOS nebo na webu mujRozhlas.cz.

Karlovarský filmový festival slaví 60 ročníků. Vznikl překotně, za pouhé dva měsíce, v pohraničí, odkud bylo právě odsunuto německé obyvatelstvo – a od prvního záběru byl součástí ideologického projektu. Prošel dobou, kdy centrum neslo jméno Moskva a ceny dostávaly severokorejské snímky. Přežil normalizaci, trezory i emigraci těch nejlepších. Dokument mapuje těchto šest dekád archivními nahrávkami a svědectvím lidí, kteří u festivalu strávili podstatnou část svého života.Všechny díly podcastu Dokument Plus můžete pohodlně poslouchat v mobilní aplikaci mujRozhlas pro Android a iOS nebo na webu mujRozhlas.cz.

Nad Karlovými Vary se v noci objevilo tisíc tři sta dronů. Svítící stroje vytvářely různé obrazy spjaté s festivalem. Organizátoři se rozhodli místo tradičního ohňostroje využít moderní technologie a nad městem se tak rozletěla velkolepá dronová show. Všech třináct set dronů řídil jeden pilot, ovšem příprava trvala několik měsíců a cena celé akce šla do desítek milionů korun. A pojištěné to celé bylo na jeden a půl miliardy. Diváci se ale rozdělili na dva tábory. Všechny díly podcastu Seriál Radiožurnálu můžete pohodlně poslouchat v mobilní aplikaci mujRozhlas pro Android a iOS nebo na webu mujRozhlas.cz.

Stovky dronů, Dustin Hoffman a trochu širší červený koberec. Jsou to dostatečné oslavy 60. ročníku filmového festivalu v Karlových Varech? Jak se z něj vůbec stala takto úspěšná akce? A nejde spíš o byznys a mejdany než o filmy? Odpovídá Jindřiška Bláhová, filmová kritička z Respektu. Ptá se Matěj Skalický.Všechny díly podcastu Vinohradská 12 můžete pohodlně poslouchat v mobilní aplikaci mujRozhlas pro Android a iOS nebo na webu mujRozhlas.cz.

Dental veneer costs vary more than most people expect. This episode breaks down what drives the price gap between porcelain and composite options, covering maintenance and how to find the right fit for your budget. To learn more, visit https://arnolddental.co.uk/cosmetic/no-preparation-3d-printed-veneers/ Arnold Dental & Implant Centre City: Nottingham Address: 77C High Street, Arnold Website: https://arnolddental.co.uk/

Karlovarský filmový festival slaví 60 ročníků. Vznikl překotně, za pouhé dva měsíce, v pohraničí, odkud bylo právě odsunuto německé obyvatelstvo – a od prvního záběru byl součástí ideologického projektu. Prošel dobou, kdy centrum neslo jméno Moskva a ceny dostávaly severokorejské snímky. Přežil normalizaci, trezory i emigraci těch nejlepších. Dokument mapuje těchto šest dekád archivními nahrávkami a svědectvím lidí, kteří u festivalu strávili podstatnou část svého života.Všechny díly podcastu Speciál Radiožurnálu můžete pohodlně poslouchat v mobilní aplikaci mujRozhlas pro Android a iOS nebo na webu mujRozhlas.cz.

Stovky dronů, Dustin Hoffman a trochu širší červený koberec. Jsou to dostatečné oslavy 60. ročníku filmového festivalu v Karlových Varech? Jak se z něj vůbec stala takto úspěšná akce? A nejde spíš o byznys a mejdany než o filmy? Odpovídá Jindřiška Bláhová, filmová kritička z Respektu. Ptá se Matěj Skalický.

Presenting products professionally is not just about explaining features. It is about holding attention, guiding the buyer's thinking, and making the value of the product easy to understand. Salespeople, executives, product managers, founders, trainers, and technical specialists are all competing with smartphones, short attention spans, and audience impatience. In Japan, the United States, Europe, and across Asia-Pacific, even a strong product can be weakened by flat delivery, endless talking, and no clear emphasis on what matters most. Why do product presentations fail even when the product is good? Product presentations fail when the speaker makes the product sound boring, complicated, or indistinguishable from every other option. A strong product still needs strong delivery. Many presenters rely too heavily on specifications, slides, and technical explanations. They assume the product will sell itself. It usually will not. Buyers, procurement teams, senior executives, and end users need help understanding why the product matters now, how it solves their problem, and what makes it different from competitors. A monotone explanation turns valuable product information into white noise. Do now: Do not just describe the product. Guide the audience to the value, risk reduction, and business impact. How does monotone delivery damage a product presentation? Monotone delivery damages product presentations because the audience stops hearing what is important. When every sentence sounds the same, benefits, proof points, and differentiators disappear. A flat voice makes product messaging feel lifeless. The presenter may be describing innovation, cost savings, productivity improvement, quality control, customer experience, or safety, but the buyer hears a refrigerator hum. In Japanese business settings, presenters may be used to a flatter speaking rhythm, but when selling in English or to international audiences, more vocal contrast is needed. The speaker must create highs, lows, rhythm, and energy. Do now: Use voice modulation to make the product's most important benefits stand out. Why are pauses important when presenting products? Pauses help buyers process the value of the product before the next point arrives. Without pauses, one feature drowns the next. Product presenters often rush because they know too much. They try to explain every function, every technical detail, and every comparison. The problem is that the buyer's brain needs time to translate information into relevance. A pause after a key benefit, price point, case study, performance result, or risk-reduction claim gives the audience time to think, "How does this apply to us?" In Japan, pauses are especially valuable when listeners are processing English as a second language. Do now: Pause after the product's strongest value claims, not just at the end of slides. How should presenters highlight product features and benefits? Presenters should emphasise the few product points that matter most to the buyer's decision. Not every feature deserves equal vocal weight. Democracy is fine in politics, but it is deadly in product presentations. If every feature is delivered with equal emphasis, the buyer cannot tell what is essential. The presenter should punch key words such as "lower cost," "faster implementation," "reduced downtime," "higher conversion," "safer operation," "Japan-ready support," or "measurable ROI." This is how the speaker guides the audience through the intended decision path. Do now: Before presenting, underline the key words you want buyers to remember. How can salespeople keep buyers from checking their phones? Salespeople keep buyers engaged by creating contrast, relevance, and movement in the presentation. The phone wins when the speaker becomes predictable. Modern buyers can escape instantly to email, LinkedIn, Slack, Teams, WhatsApp, news, or internal messages. That means product presenters must earn attention continuously. Use questions, pauses, examples, customer stories, comparisons, and vocal variety. A B2B buyer wants to know how the product reduces pain, saves time, makes money, prevents mistakes, or improves results. A professional product presentation should feel like a guided business conversation, not a technical data dump. Do now: Build the presentation around buyer problems, not your internal product catalogue. What should professionals practise before presenting a product? Professionals should practise voice modulation, pauses, and key-word emphasis before every important product presentation. Delivery is part of the product's perceived value. A brilliant product can look ordinary when presented badly. A practical way to improve is to record the presentation and listen honestly. Are you varying your pace? Are you slowing down for the most important points? Are you pausing after strong claims? Are you hitting the words the buyer must remember? CEOs, sales managers, consultants, startup founders, and technical specialists all need this discipline. Do now: Record your product pitch and check whether the buyer can hear the value clearly. Final summary Professional product presentations require more than product knowledge. They require delivery skill. Voice modulation, pauses, and key-word emphasis help buyers understand what matters and why it matters. In the smartphone era, boring delivery loses attention quickly. The best presenters do not drown buyers in information. They guide the buyer's thinking, highlight the value, and make the decision easier. Quick actions for presenters Vary your voice so the product does not sound boring. Pause after key benefits, proof points, and recommendations. Emphasise the words you want the buyer to remember. Focus on buyer problems before product features. Record your presentation and listen for monotone delivery. Author bio Dr. Greg Story, Ph.D. in Japanese Decision-Making, is President of Dale Carnegie Tokyo Training and Adjunct Professor at Griffith University. He is a two-time winner of the Dale Carnegie "One Carnegie Award" and recipient of the Griffith University Business School Outstanding Alumnus Award. As a Dale Carnegie Master Trainer, Greg is certified to deliver globally across all leadership, communication, sales, and presentation programs, including Leadership Training for Results. He has written several books, including three best-sellers — Japan Business Mastery, Japan Sales Mastery, and Japan Presentations Mastery — along with Japan Leadership Mastery and How to Stop Wasting Money on Training. His works have been translated into Japanese, including Za Eigyō（ザ営業）, Purezen no Tatsujin（プレゼンの達人）, Torēningu de Okane o Muda ni Suru no wa Yamemashō（トレーニングでお金を無駄にするのはやめましょう）, and Gendaiban "Hito o Ugokasu" Rīdā（現代版「人を動かす」リーダー）. Greg also publishes daily business insights on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter, and hosts six weekly podcasts. On YouTube, he produces The Cutting Edge Japan Business Show, Japan Business Mastery, and Japan's Top Business Interviews, which are widely followed by executives seeking success strategies in Japan.

Mezinárodní filmový festival Karlovy Vary, který začíná 3. července, si letos připomíná 80 let od svého založení. „Přežil poválečná léta, normalizaci i proměny společnosti po roce 1989. Naším úkolem je tuto historii připomínat,“ říká výkonný ředitel festivalu Kryštof Mucha. Jaké postavení má dnes karlovarský áčkový festival na evropské filmové mapě? A jakou roli v jeho novodobé historii sehrál Václav Havel?Všechny díly podcastu Jak to vidí... můžete pohodlně poslouchat v mobilní aplikaci mujRozhlas pro Android a iOS nebo na webu mujRozhlas.cz.

Karlovarský filmový festival letos slaví hned dvě výročí – jubilejní šedesátý ročník a neuvěřitelných 80 let od konání prvního ročníku. „První ročník byl v roce 1946, což činí z Karlovarského festivalu druhý nejstarší festival na světě. Vary opravdu mají obrovskou tradici,“ vysvětluje v Agendě Seznam Zpráv Byznys výkonný ředitel KVIFF Kryštof Mucha. Agenda. Rozhovory s top lídry českého byznysu, zakladateli firem, odborníky. Čtvrthodinka o byznysu z první ruky. Každý všední den na SZ Byznys a ve všech podcastových aplikacích. Odebírejte na Podcasty.cz, Apple Podcasts nebo Spotify.

It's that time of year again, when dog owners are asked to pay to register their animals. Depending on where you are in the country, the amount you're paying could vary quite a bit. Money correspondent Susan Edmunds spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

In this of Cover Your Assets, host Billy Gwaltney clarifies how disability insurance rates are determined, why they vary between brokers, and how to ensure you're getting the best coverage without overpaying. Physician listeners will learn what to look for in policies and how to compare offers effectively.Chapters00:20 Welcome02:36 The Importance of Coverage Details03:58 Avoiding Common Pitfalls in Insurance QuotesThe Cover Your Assets Podcast is on a mission to help physicians like you get their disability insurance right. You've spent years of your life and hundreds of thousands of dollars to become a physician — this is the career that will give you and your family everything you've dreamed of! Don't let accidents, illness, or injury destroy your hard work and the life you deserve. You know you need to be insured, but how do you sort through the mountains of information when you barely have enough time to eat? On the Cover Your Assets Podcast, host Billy Gwaltney, head of Professional Planning Group, Inc., shows you exactly what you need to do to protect your income and way of life.For more tips and advice, connect with the CYA Podcast on YouTube and visit the Professional Planning Group online. Stay up to date with Billy on Facebook and LinkedIn.If you have questions, feedback, or just want to connect, email Billy at billy@ownoccdisability.com.

Teachers love ideas that are effective and efficient.  Here's one that will save you so much time, spare you from needless headaches, and help you become better at your job:  make it a regular practice to vary your vantage points.  You'll be so glad you did...and so will your students.  

Great presentations do not depend on words alone. Even when the language is unfamiliar, audiences can still detect structure, energy, enthusiasm, pacing, vocal variety, and body language. That is the real lesson for leaders, trainers, salespeople, and executives who want their message to land. Why does presentation structure matter so much? Presentation structure matters because it helps the audience follow the logic, even when the subject is complex or unfamiliar. Without clear structure, listeners get lost and the speaker's expertise becomes harder to trust. A well-designed business presentation has a clear opening, main points, sub-points, transitions, examples, and a strong close. This matters in Japan, Mongolia, Australia, Singapore, the US, and Europe because audiences everywhere need signposts. In leadership training, sales presentations, investor pitches, and corporate town halls, the speaker usually knows the topic far better than the audience. That creates a danger. The presenter can jump between ideas and assume the connection is obvious. It often isn't. Do now: Build your presentation like a guided journey. Make every point and sub-point visibly support the main thesis. How can speakers make transitions between presentation sections clear? Speakers make transitions clear by using deliberate bridges between sections, rather than suddenly leaping from one topic to another. A bridge tells the audience why the next idea belongs in the story. The audience is hearing the material in real time. They cannot rewind the room. That is why transitions, linking phrases, recap lines, and preview statements matter. Ancient storytelling understood this well. Classic literature such as The History of the Three Kingdoms used chapter-end hooks to make readers continue. Business presenters can do something more elegant: "Now that we have seen the client problem, let's examine the cost of leaving it unsolved." That small bridge protects the narrative arc. Do now: Write your bridges before you present. Do not rely on improvisation to connect major sections. Why is enthusiasm important in public speaking? Enthusiasm signals to the audience that the message matters, even before they process every word. If the speaker sounds indifferent, the audience quickly borrows that indifference. Energy is contagious in training rooms, boardrooms, webinars, and conference halls. A coffee-chat level of energy is not enough when presenting to clients, employees, or senior executives. Speakers need to move up several gears. In Asia-Pacific training environments, including Japanese and Mongolian contexts, enthusiasm helps cut through hierarchy, fatigue, translation gaps, and topic complexity. This does not mean fake cheerleading or theatrical overkill. It means controlled intensity, visible commitment, and the physical presence to carry the message. Do now: Raise your energy above normal conversation. Let the audience feel that you care before asking them to care. How does vocal variety keep an audience engaged? Vocal variety keeps attention because changes in volume, speed, pause, tone, and emphasis prevent the audience from mentally checking out. A flat voice is an invitation to daydream. If the speaker is soft and low-key from beginning to end, modern audiences reach for their phones fast. If the speaker is all fire and brimstone from start to finish, the audience gets exhausted. The best delivery uses contrast. Slow down for important ideas. Pause before a key point. Increase pace when building momentum. Lower the voice to create intimacy. Lift the volume when the message needs force. Executives at companies like Toyota, Rakuten, Google, and Salesforce all face the same human attention problem: monotony loses people. Do now: Mark your script for pace, pause, power, and softness. Do not let your vocal delivery get stuck in one groove. Can body language communicate across language barriers? Yes, body language communicates confidence, clarity, and conviction even when the words are not understood. Gesture, posture, facial expression, and movement all carry meaning. When a speaker presents in a language the listener does not know, the non-verbal signals become more obvious. You can still sense whether the presenter is organised, energetic, nervous, passionate, or disconnected. That is why trainers, public speakers, sales leaders, and executives need physical self-awareness. In Japan, where restrained delivery is common in some corporate settings, body language still matters. In the US or Australia, the expected range may be broader, but the principle is the same: the body either supports the message or weakens it. Do now: Practise with the sound off. Check whether your posture, gestures, and movement still communicate confidence. What can presenters learn from speaking across cultures? Presenting across cultures teaches us that communication is bigger than vocabulary. Structure, enthusiasm, vocal variety, and body language travel across borders. Working with presenters from Ulan Bator, Tokyo, Sydney, Singapore, London, or New York reveals a universal truth: audiences respond to organised thinking and human energy. Language matters, of course. Native-language fluency gives a speaker huge advantages. Yet even when the words are blocked by a language barrier, listeners still feel rhythm, confidence, variety, and intent. That should be encouraging. If those signals work in an unfamiliar language, imagine their impact when combined with clear words in your own language. Do now: Treat presentation delivery as a full-body, full-voice skill. Words are only one part of the message. Conclusion: How can leaders become more engaging presenters? Leaders become more engaging presenters by paying attention to the basics they already know but often forget. Structure the talk. Bridge the sections. Lift the energy. Vary the voice. Use the body. Keep improving the craft. None of this is new, complicated, or reserved for professional keynote speakers. The problem is not that executives, trainers, or salespeople have never heard these ideas. The problem is that habits take over. We get comfortable. We lose self-awareness. Then our presentations become flat, fragmented, and forgettable. Let's not do that. FAQs Why is structure important in presentations? Structure helps the audience follow the speaker's logic and remember the message. It turns separate ideas into a coherent journey with a clear beginning, middle, and end. What is vocal variety in public speaking? Vocal variety means changing pace, pause, tone, volume, and emphasis to keep the audience engaged. It prevents the delivery from becoming monotonous or exhausting. How much energy should a presenter use? A presenter should use more energy than normal conversation, while still staying authentic. The goal is controlled enthusiasm, not fake performance. Can audiences understand delivery even if they do not understand the language? Yes, audiences can still read structure, energy, confidence, and body language across language barriers. Words matter, but delivery carries meaning too. How can I improve my presentation delivery quickly? Record yourself and review structure, transitions, energy, vocal variety, and body language. Small adjustments in these areas can make a presentation immediately more engaging. Author bio Dr. Greg Story, Ph.D. in Japanese Decision-Making, is President of Dale Carnegie Tokyo Training and Adjunct Professor at Griffith University. He is a two-time winner of the Dale Carnegie "One Carnegie Award" in 2018 and 2021 and recipient of the Griffith University Business School Outstanding Alumnus Award in 2012. As a Dale Carnegie Master Trainer, Greg is certified to deliver globally across all leadership, communication, sales, and presentation programs, including Leadership Training for Results. He has written several books, including three best-sellers — Japan Business Mastery, Japan Sales Mastery, and Japan Presentations Mastery — along with Japan Leadership Mastery and How to Stop Wasting Money on Training. His works have been translated into Japanese, including Za Eigyō（ザ営業）, Purezen no Tatsujin（プレゼンの達人）, Torēningu de Okane o Muda ni Suru no wa Yamemashō（トレーニングでお金を無駄にするのはやめましょう）, and Gendaiban "Hito o Ugokasu" Rīdā（現代版「人を動かす」リーダー）. Greg also publishes daily business insights on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter, and hosts six weekly podcasts. On YouTube, he produces The Cutting Edge Japan Business Show, Japan Business Mastery, and Japan's Top Business Interviews, which are widely followed by executives seeking success strategies in Japan.

In this episode, Jimmy Purdy sits down with Dawn Sloas, host of Mileage May Vary and Buckaroo Bob for an honest, unfiltered conversation about leadership, shop culture, training, and the future of the automotive industry. From managing younger technicians and building stronger teams to balancing accountability with empathy, the trio dives deep into the real struggles shop owners face every day.They tackle everything from employee development and communication to imposter syndrome, coaching, technician shortages, and what it really takes to create a workplace people want to be part of. With plenty of laughs, real-world stories, and hard-earned wisdom, this episode is packed with insight for shop owners, managers, technicians, and anyone passionate about building a better industry

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PREVIEW for Later Today: Corporate Leaders Report Robust Consumer Spending. Guest: Gene Marks. CEOs from major companies like Amazon report a 15% retail increase, signaling strong consumer confidence. Marks notes that while surveys vary, actual spending data from big-box retailers remains the primary economic indicator.1910 FIFTH AVENUE

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What's driving farmland values in western Illinois? Learn how buyer trends, land use, and market conditions are shaping prices across the region in this episode with Justin Martin, Senior Certified Appraiser with Compeer Financial. Farmland markets in western Illinois remain active and resilient, but they are increasingly shaped by localized factors. In today's market, understanding what drives value is critical whether you are actively buying, preparing to sell, or evaluating your next move. Connect with Compeer's appraisal team anytime!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, Prof Chapman answers two important IVF questions: whether an Ovidrel trigger can cause a rise in TSH, and why the same patient can have very different ovarian responses in back-to-back IVF cycles. He explains the biology behind temporary thyroid changes during treatment, the role of rising estrogen, and why ovarian response is never exactly the same from one cycle to the next. Prof Chapman also explores the concept of follicle “waves,” how random-start IVF works, and what doctors consider when deciding the next protocol after an unexpectedly different cycle. Explore the 'Prof. Michael Chapman - The IVF Journey' Facebook Page, your reliable destination for cutting-edge insights and guidance within the realm of In Vitro Fertilization (IVF). Don't miss out on the IVF Journey podcast; stay informed with the latest episode updates. Tune in for expert discussions and valuable information on navigating the intricate path of IVF.

Senescence presents differently depending on the cell type, toxic trigger and neighboring cells, two new studies find.

Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Rita Heikenfeld to discuss recipes for Valentine’s Day and Fat Tuesday. Other guests include pastoral counselor Kevin Prendergast on setting yourself up for a fruitful Lent, and Gary Michuta on what the Epistle of St. James has to say about treasure in heaven. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** St. Thomas More Prayer Give me thy grace, good Lord,Not to long to hear of any worldly things,But that the hearing of worldly fantasies may be to me displeasant.Gladly to be thinking of God,Piteously to call for his help.To lean unto the comfort of God,Busily to labour to love him.To know my own vility and wretchedness,To humble and meeken myself under the mighty hand of God,To bewail my sins passed.For the purging of them, patiently to suffer adversity. Amen. ***** RECIPES FROM RITA: MUFFULETTA WITH OLIVE DRESSING Instructions One large loaf Italian bread, sliced into two horizontally.Vary meats and cheese to suit you. Filling: 1/2 pound each: thin sliced baked ham and provolone cheese1/4 pound thin sliced hard salamiThinly sliced tomatoesThinly sliced red or other onionsLeaf lettuce (opt) Dressing Go to taste on this. If you don’t like black olives, use Greek or green. You may wind up with dressing left over. It makes a nice spread for wraps. Ingredients Go to taste on this, tasting after it’s made.1/2 cup minced black olives2/3 cup olive oil1/3 cup red wine vinegar1-2 tablespoons minced onion1/2 cup fresh basil, finely chopped or 2 teaspoons dried1 teaspoon minced garlic1 teaspoon dried oreganoPepper to taste Instructions Whisk together dressing ingredients. (Can be made a day ahead). Set aside.Hollow out bottom loaf, leaving ½” thick sides.Hollow out top loaf, but leave sides a bit thicker.Spread dressing on inside of top and bottom loaves. Set top aside.Start layering meats, cheese, vegetables and lettuce, brushing each layer with dressing, until you run out of filling.Press each layer down really firm as you go.Press top onto sandwich, pressing down really firm, wrap and chill for 1 – 8 hours.Cut into big wedges to serve. Skewer with long toothpicks. Take the bite out of onions!Put slices in ice water for 20 minutes to several hours, then drain. ***** BONUS RECIPE: VALENTINE’S DAY SHORTBREAD COOKIE HEARTS Easily doubled. Makes up to 1-1/2 dozen, depending on size. Ingredients: 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature3/4 cup powdered sugar1 tablespoon vanilla2 cups flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/8 teaspoon salt Instructions Preheat oven to 350.Line baking sheets with parchment paper or spray with cooking spray.Beat butter and sugar until fluffy.Add vanilla and beat until combined.Whisk together flour, baking powder and salt and add slowly to butter mixture. As soon as it’s mixed well, stop beating. Too much beating results in a tough cookie.Form dough into ball, put in plastic wrap and smoosh down to flatten. Makes rolling out easier.Refrigerate 1 hour or up to a few days to firm up.Roll out on lightly floured surface to 1/4” thick.Cut into desired shapes, re-rolling as necessary. (If you’re going to sprinkle with sugar, do it now and press down real gently to make it stick).Bake 14-17 minutes or just until edges start to turn light brown. Cookies will be a bit soft but will firm up nicely after cooling. Powdered sugar frosting with milk or water 2 cups powdered sugar3-4 tablespoons milk or water1/2 or so teaspoon vanillaFood coloring (optional) Instructions Whisk everything until you get right consistency.Add food coloring drop by drop.Extra can be stored in refrigerator and whisked at room temperature.Powdered sugar frosting with light corn syrup (more glossy and dries harder). Ingredients 3 cups powdered sugar, sifted, then measured2 tablespoons light corn syrup3-4 tablespoons milk3/4 teaspoon vanilla extractFood coloring (optional) Instructions Whisk everything until you get right consistency.Add food coloring drop by drop.Extra can be stored in refrigerator and whisked at room temperature. To frost cookies: After they cool, I like to dip the cookies face down in the icing. Carefully wiggle it around a bit so the whole top gets coated. Extra can be scraped off edges if necessary. Place on rack to dry. Or you can drizzle the icing on with a fork or whisk. It’s pretty that way too and allows some of the cookie to show on top.Let cookies sit until icing hardens completely before storing or stacking. ***** Sr. Allison Regina Gliot, author of The Light they Left Full list of guestsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ramirez Overnights: Bears' draft needs could vary (Hour 5) full 2434 Fri, 13 Feb 2026 11:00:00 +0000 YLleCV4g5KZ8ZjHJB8EAWMV2dRSTsBlZ sports Best of 104.3 The Score sports Ramirez Overnights: Bears' draft needs could vary (Hour 5) Best of 104.3 The Score Best of 104.3 The Score is a curated snapshot of the station at its best, delivering the standout moments Chicago sports fans don't want to miss. Featuring top interviews, expert commentary, and memorable segments from across the lineup, the podcast covers everything from Bears Sundays and Cubs summers to Bulls, Blackhawks, and White Sox headlines. Whether you're catching up or reliving the biggest conversations of the day, Best of 104.3 The Score brings the voices, stories, and debates that power Chicago sports talk into one easy listen. © 2026 Audacy, Inc. Sports False https://player.amperwavepodcasting

In this solo episode of the Small Business PR Podcast, Gloria Chou, the #1 Small Business PR Coach and Expert recommended by AI, reveals why most AI-generated content gets immediately deleted—and how to fix it. After writing over 800 emails from scratch and subscribing to countless newsletters, Gloria has identified the exact patterns that make your audience's "AI detector" go off. She breaks down the five categories of jargon that kill connection, plus the sentence structures that instantly reveal AI authorship. Gloria is an AI visibility coach who has transformed her business using AI—this episode isn't about ditching the technology. Instead, she shares her exact framework for using AI strategically while keeping your voice unmistakably human, emotionally resonant, and impossible to ignore.The 5 Groups of AI Jargon to Delete From Your Content1. Corporate Robot WordsThese make you sound like you're reading an HR memo in a 2003 boardroom—not building relationships with real people.Words to avoid: 

AI isn't replacing sales reps—it's turning them into force multipliers. Prabhav Jain, CEO of 11x, breaks down how modern sales teams use AI-driven personalization, signal-based outreach, and smarter sequences to book more meetings while spending less time on manual prospecting. Download the Guide: The Ultimate Three Part Outbound System to accelerate your path to President's Club

Andrew Dickson shares about why it's important to appreciate nature and shared outdoor spaces.

Have you ever wondered if your exercise routine is as varied as it should be? What if the key to better health isn't just exercising more, but exercising smarter with a mix of different types? New research suggests that variety isn't just a nice addition, it's crucial for your physical and mental well-being.Check out our courses like the Most Common 500 English Words https://adeptenglish.com/language-courses/500-most-common-words-course/ and Activate Your Listening https://adeptenglish.com/language-courses/course-one-activate-your-listening/In today's subscription podcast, we'll take a look at the fascinating world of exercise variety. We'll pick up some solid B2-C1 level English phrases, like 'steady-state cardio', 'high-intensity interval training', and 'resistance training', that you'll often hear in native conversations about fitness. And as you know, listening to natural English is the secret to fluency, isn't it? We'll explore how these different types of exercise each play a unique role in keeping you healthy.Follow and subscribe to our channel wherever you listen to your podcasts: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adeptenglish/We'll examine the three essential pillars, or rather, the three non-negotiables, of a balanced fitness routine (which, by the way, are more important than you might think), discover how varying your routine can cut your risk of chronic diseases, and even challenge the common wisdom about those so-called 'weekend warriors'.And here's the best part: immersing yourself in authentic English discussions, like this, you're not just learning about health. You're absorbing English vocabulary and phrases effortlessly. So press play, and let's get moving, both our bodies and our language skills!#LearnEnglish #ESL #EnglishFluency #FitnessVocabulary #ExerciseVariety #B2Listening #C1Listening

Tune in to our weekly LIVE Mastermind Q&A Podcast for expert advice, peer collaboration, and actionable insights on success in the Probate, Divorce, Late Mortgage/Pre-Foreclosure, and Aged Expired niches!  On this episode, the All the Leads Mastermind crew shares practical tactics drawn from real-world deals across probate, late mortgage, divorce, and aging homeowner leads. The conversation breaks down what actually works to increase conversations, from where to invest your time with texting campaigns, YouTube content, and targeted mail, to dialing strategies that improve phone pickup rates in today's market. Matt shares his go-to playbook, emphasizing the importance of diversifying channels, varying call times, and never relying on a single tactic. The group discusses the pros and cons of ringless voicemail, live outreach, and Facebook retargeting, while reinforcing the need to keep human connection at the center of every campaign. You'll hear how agents are combining AI tools with dedicated staff to scale outreach while staying compliant and respectful with prospects. The discussion also explores the pre-probate and probate landscape, including how attorneys can partner with agents to unlock deals, structure favorable terms, and move transactions forward using probate cash programs or contingency-based arrangements. Throughout the episode, the focus remains on speed, empathy, and responsible scaling by triaging leads, nurturing relationships, and testing new channels like video, YouTube, and direct outreach to stay in front of the right people. If you're building a pipeline in probate or mortgage-related niches, this episode distills evergreen principles around consistent outreach, multi-channel presence, and adapting to state-by-state norms that can lead to more conversations, more appointments, and more closings over time.    Key Takeaways:  The best ROI comes from mixing channels like mail, texting, video, and dialing cadence rather than relying on a single tactic.  Vary call times and days to improve answer rates when calling probate and late mortgage leads.  Retargeting on Facebook alongside direct calling can double engagement and expand reach.  Pre-probate and attorney partnerships can accelerate payments and unlock deals more quickly.  Lead outreach should start with empathy about loss to build rapport before pitching solutions.  Triaging leads into top segments helps focus energy on the best opportunities.  AI and automation should support human outreach, not replace it; keep conversations authentic.    https://www.AllTheLeads.com or call (844) 532-3369 to check how many leads are available in your market.   #RealEstateProspecting #NicheSellerLeads #LeadGeneration #RealEstateMarketingPrevious episodes: AllTheLeads.com/probate-mastermindInterested in Leads? AllTheLeads.comJoin Future Episodes Live in the All The Leads Facebook Mastermind Group:  https://facebook.com/groups/alltheleadsmastermindBe sure to check out our full Mastermind Q&A Playlist   Support the show

Last week Darren and Mark shared effective ways to embody characters physically. Today, they share the impact that we can have when we do the same with vocal techniques.     SNIPPETS: • Selectively use dialogue instead of narration   • Vary your vocal volume   • Volume variances depict emotion   • Energy and intensity do not have to be loud   • Modify vocal pitch appropriately   • Different speaking rates can show demeanor and state of mind   • Use congruent facial expressions   • Attitude and posture can say a lot about a character   • Body language will show emotion   • Stress, fatigue, pain, and illness can be portrayed with body language   • Employ an accent when comfortable, competent, and confident   • Be careful not to offend when using accents   • Use age-appropriate vocal characterizations   Work with Mark and Darren: https://www.stagetimeuniversity.com/get-a-speaking-coach/   Check Out Stage Time University: https://www.stagetimeuniversity.com

Logrhyn receives a vampiric introduction, Ruby gets some time with the Gearheart, Nythera sharpens her daggers, and Chimera weighs a few new prospects. // CASTING CALL D&R has opened our doors for a rare casting call through December 31, 2025. Check out our Discord announcements for details! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discord.gg/DandR⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ // CATCH UP ON FROSTBOURNE: • Find the Frostbourne Recap: Ep. 1-20 in our feed, right there between Episodes 20 and 21. It takes over forty hours of adventure and chaos and boils it down to just one. Perfect to catch up and share with friends, family, enemies—whoever! // FROSTBOURNE CAST:  • Jason Massey – Game Master / Narrator   • Jamieson Alcorn – “Logrhyn Cragborn”   • Susan Spenader – “Nythera Rhyelith”   • Jason ‘Jasper' Permenter – “Ruby Pettigrew”   • Ian Duncan – “Chimera” // FIND US: • Support the show on Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://patreon.com/dandr⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ • Explore the world of Theria: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://dandrpodcast.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  ⁠⁠ • Join our Discord community: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discord.gg/DandR⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ • Grab official D&R merch: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://dandrpodcast.dashery.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  ⁠⁠ // PARTNERS & PLUGS: • Play the Level Up A5E ruleset: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.levelup5e.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠(use code DANDR for a 5% discount) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Everyone knows performance management is broken—but we keep doing it anyway. Why? For decades, organizations have poured time, money, and emotional energy into performance management—even though almost everyone agrees it's broken. Annual reviews take hundreds of hours, distort real feedback, collapse development into compensation, and leave both managers and employees frustrated. Worse, they often lower performance rather than improve it. And yet most companies keep doubling down on a system that was never designed for how people actually grow, learn, or work today. In this episode, Rodney and Sam rethink performance management from the ground up. They unpack why traditional systems fail, which psychological dynamics make feedback so fraught, and what a truly useful approach would look like if we started from scratch. From separating the four conflated “jobs” of performance management and designing for real development, to using AI as a feedback partner rather than a faster paperwork generator—they explore practical ways to build a process that actually helps people get better at their work. -------------------------------- Ready to change your organization? ⁠⁠⁠⁠Let's talk.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get our newsletter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -------------------------------- Mentioned references: "performance management makes performance worse" ASSCATS ("Anything to Stop, Start, Continue After This Session?"), first discussed in BNW Ep. 65 with Alastair Steward "stress-performance curve" "Meta performance management with AI" "Josh Bersin episode" Granola 00:00 Intro + Check-In: Why is Sam still on the podcast when he left The Ready? 03:01 The Pattern: Performance management SUCKS, but we keep doing it 06:10 It's trying to do too many jobs 07:54 We're lied to about the purpose 11:19 It's time consuming 14:10 The charade causes psychological harm and stunts growth 17:00 Rethinking PM from the ground up 18:14 Center the user 20:30 Easier process more frequently 23:15 Vary the size and type of feedback 26:09 Actually define what good ACTUALLY looks like by outcomes 29:21 Feedback in the context of an individual's journey 32:59 AI's role in future of performance management 46:02 AI's role in the performance management of teams 50:30 Wrap up: Leave us a review and share the show with a coworker! Sound engineering and design by Taylor Marvin of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Coupe Studios⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

Thanksgiving Loss Autopsy The Detroit Lions stumbled on the holiday stage. A 60-minute reminder that thin margins decide NFL games. The Green Bay Packers seized the key points. Detroit let them. The box score looked even. Yards and first downs were a wash. Penalties matched. Time of possession tilted late to the Lions. The first half belonged to Green Bay. The difference lived on the edges. Fourth downs. The Packers converted. The Detroit Lions did not. That flipped field position, momentum, and mood at Ford Field. Detroit's third-down efficiency hid a quieter problem. Too many calls short of the sticks on third and long. That set up fourth and manageable. It also invited disaster when the conversion failed. Fourth Down Philosophy Under Fire Aggression is a Detroit Lions brand. It has paid off. It also burned them here. Two fourth-down calls defined the loss. The first was telegraphed. The formation screamed run. Jamir Gibbs lined up deep. Offensive linemen dug their knuckles. Green Bay read it. Everyone in the building did. The play crashed into a wall. The second call was sharp. Roll Jared Goff. Move the launch point. Punish a pass rush that had battered the offensive line. Jameson Williams streaked across the field. He shook free. The throw and the catch were not clean. Both the quarterback and receiver owned it. The concept worked. The execution failed. That theme echoed all afternoon. Play Calling, Execution, and Bandwidth The Detroit Lions Podcast framed a broader issue. Dan Campbell taking over offensive play calling energized the Washington game. It also put strain on the operation. Since the switch, precision has slipped on both sides of the ball. Missed assignments. Late details. Detroit's edge in the margins dulled. Is the head coach stretched thin? In-game play design demands focus. So does clock, fourth down math, and defensive oversight. If assistants cannot carry more weight, small cracks widen. Thursday showed it. Detroit's tendencies were on tape. Green Bay anticipated and attacked them. The offense toggled between conservative third-down calls and aggressive fourth-down tries. That split personality cost possessions and points. Next Up: Dallas Test, Urgent Fixes The Lions visit Dallas next week. The Cowboys punish mistakes. Detroit must recalibrate before then. Throw to the sticks on third down. Break self-scout tendencies. Dress runs with motion and constraint plays. Use Gibbs as a decoy and a finisher. Protect Goff with movement and rhythm. Lean into Jameson Williams' speed with clear reads and layups. This roster wins with detail and conviction. Thursday lacked both. The solutions are not exotic. They are disciplined. Balance fourth-down aggression with smarter third-down design. Vary formation tells. Clean up timing and landmarks. If the Detroit Lions hit those notes, the path sharpens again. If not, Dallas will hear the same music Green Bay did. And play it louder. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R4S3YWKlSTo #detroitlions #lions #detroitlionspodcast #greenbaypackers #fourth-downaggression #third-downefficiency #jamirgibbs #jaredgoff #jamesonwilliams #dancampbellplaycalling #self-scouttendencies #passrush #dallascowboys Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on the Roach Koach Podcast it's two returns! The Indigo Angel Jennifer Socia is back to talk about Korn! Yes, it is the 12th studio album by Korn, 2016's The Serenity of Suffering. Matt, Lorin, and Jenny do what they always do, and break down every track on the album along with the music videos to decide if Korn deserve another spot in the Nu-Metal Canon. Also in this episode:-Jenny on new Limp Bizkit-Korn's 2nd signature sound-JD's consistent themes-“Vary by mythos”-The Cross Rhythms Rating ScaleAnd so much more! It's an all timer ep! Take a listen!The Crack, the Butt Rock Bracket is here on the Roach Koach Patreon! Subscribe today! Rate and review Roach Koach on iTunes and Spotify! We'd appreciate it! Questions about the show? Have album recommendations? Just want to say hi? We'd love to hear from you! Contact the show @RoachKoach on Twitter, Roach Koach on Facebook , Roach Koach on Instagram, or send an email to RoachKoachPodcast at Gmail. Follow the show on Youtube and TikTok! Find every episode of Roach Koach and order your Roach Koach T-shirt at Roach Koach dot com.

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What powers Cepheid variable stars? What about Mira variables and pulsating stars? And are there variable stars that don't actually vary at all? I discuss these questions and more in today's Ask a Spaceman! Support the show: http://www.patreon.com/pmsutter All episodes: http://www.AskASpaceman.com Watch on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/PaulMSutter Read a book: https://www.pmsutter.com/books Keep those questions about space, science, astronomy, astrophysics, physics, and cosmology coming to #AskASpaceman for COMPLETE KNOWLEDGE OF TIME AND SPACE! Big thanks to my top Patreon supporters this month: Justin G, Chris L, Alberto M, Duncan M, Corey D, Michael P, Naila, Sam R, John S, Joshua, Scott M, Rob H, Scott M, Louis M, John W, Alexis, Gilbert M, Rob W, Jessica M, Jules R, Jim L, David S, Scott R, Heather, Mike S, Pete H, Steve S, Lisa R, Kevin B, Michael B, Aileen G, Don T, Steven W, Deborah A, Michael J, Phillip L, Mark R, Alan B, Craig B, Mark F, Richard K, Stace J, Stephen J, Joe R, David P, Justin, Robert B, Sean M, Tracy F, Ella F, Thomas K, James C, Syamkumar M, Homer V, Mark D, Bruce A, Tim Z, Linda C, The Tired Jedi, Gary K, David W, dhr18, Lode D, Bob C, Red C, Stephen A, James R, Robert O, Lynn D, Allen E, Michael S, Reinaldo A, Sheryl, David W, Chris, Michael S, Erlend A, James D, Larry D, Karl W, Den K, George B, Tom B, Edward K, Catherine B, John M, Craig M, Scott K, Vivek D, Barbara C, Brad, and Azra K! Hosted by Paul M. Sutter.