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This week's podcast is presented by Jacqueline and Stephen. We hear from: · Love Jazzer's Singing, who is enjoying the softening of George Grundy; · Witherspoon, no longer with Angus Haggis, who shares thoughts on the loss of much loved animals; · Helen, who has thoughts about the succession at Home Farm and the future of Justin's shares in BL; · Our Michelle, who was very worried about Brian until she realised it was a sticky drawer, not a sticky door; · Michelle from Dorset, who is disappointed that the scottish castle is all booked up; · Globe-Trotting Richard, who wonders how much Adam and Ruairi are being paid; · And finally Jules from Brooklyn who is excited about a big week in Bramber Nation; And we have emails from Laura, from first-time email-innerer Amy, and from Chris in Florida. As usual we'll hear a roundup of the Dumteedum Facebook group, this week from Jacquieline in Christchuch, and the Tweets of the Week from Theo, plus the Week in Ambridge, from Suey. Please call into the show using this link:www.speakpipe.com/dumteedum Or send us a voicenote via WhatsApp on: +44 7770 764 896 (07770 764 896 if in the UK) – Open the WhatsApp app, key in the number and click on the microphone icon. Or email us at dumteedum@mail.com How to leave a review on Apple podcasts: https://support.apple.com/en-gb/guide/podcasts/pod5facd9d70/mac ***** The new Patreon feed for Dumteedum is at www.patreon.com/DumteedumPodcast and the subscription rate is £5.00 per calendar month plus VAT. And don't forget to cancel your existing Patreon subscription if you have one, as we will continue to put the podcast out on that feed through February to give Patreons time to transfer over. ***** Also Sprach Zarathustra licence Creative Commons ► Attribution 3.0 Unported ► CC BY 3.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/..."You are free to use, remix, transform, and build upon the materialfor any purpose, even commercially. You must give appropriate credit." Conducted byPhilip Milman ► https://pmmusic.pro/ Funded ByLudwig ► / ludwigahgren Schlatt ► / jschlattlive COMPOSED BY / @officialphilman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Adam writes his own version of Neighbours starting from Episode 9276 all the way until the finaleThis Week - Is Izzy really back to help Holly? Max tries to back out of his deal with Slade and Saskia makes a play for JJIf you would like to support the podcast, you could always leave a nice 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or SpotifyOR you can subscribe to our Patreon for just £1 a month (plus VAT) and receive:Early access to the ad free video and audio versions of the podcastExclusive bonus episodes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week JK and Adam discuss the week on Ramsay Street as well as memorabilia, high school drama classes and Home and AwayIf you would like to support the podcast, you could always leave a nice 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or SpotifyOR you can subscribe to our Patreon for just £1 a month (plus VAT) and receive:Early access to the ad free video and audio versions of the podcastExclusive bonus episodesAccess to our Patreon Community Chat Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3303: Scott Spann explores situations where a Roth IRA may not be the best choice, highlighting factors like early withdrawal temptations, uncertain future tax rates, and the potential benefits of focusing on career development instead. His perspective encourages weighing personal circumstances and long-term financial goals before deciding between retirement account options. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.financialfinesse.com/2013/07/01/reasons-to-stay-away-from-a-roth/ Quotes to ponder: "A wonderful feature of Roth IRAs is the ability to access your contributions at any time without taxes or penalties. This ease of accessibility can be dangerous for people who may be easily tempted to withdraw these contributions prior to retirement for non-emergencies." "If you are debating between contributing to a Roth or advancing your knowledge and earnings potential, it just may make more sense to focus on career development for the best return on your investment." "We could even see a national sales tax or a VAT that would be applied to all spending, whether it came from a Roth or not." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3303: Scott Spann explores situations where a Roth IRA may not be the best choice, highlighting factors like early withdrawal temptations, uncertain future tax rates, and the potential benefits of focusing on career development instead. His perspective encourages weighing personal circumstances and long-term financial goals before deciding between retirement account options. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.financialfinesse.com/2013/07/01/reasons-to-stay-away-from-a-roth/ Quotes to ponder: "A wonderful feature of Roth IRAs is the ability to access your contributions at any time without taxes or penalties. This ease of accessibility can be dangerous for people who may be easily tempted to withdraw these contributions prior to retirement for non-emergencies." "If you are debating between contributing to a Roth or advancing your knowledge and earnings potential, it just may make more sense to focus on career development for the best return on your investment." "We could even see a national sales tax or a VAT that would be applied to all spending, whether it came from a Roth or not." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Moss and Burton DeWitt are back with a new episode of your go-to darts podcast ahead of the World Grand Prix! The boys start this week's show with a look back at the Swiss Darts Trophy and discuss personal best runs for Luke Woodhouse (final) and Cor Dekker (semi-finals), before giving their thoughts on Dave Chisnall (World Grand Prix) and reigning European champion Ritchie Edhouse (European Championship) missing out on upcoming major events. Gary Anderson (21:03) sits down with Alex at the Unicorn 2026 launch to discuss his long and successful partnership with Unicorn, having joined the brand in 2011, as well as his life outside of darts and his passions for fishing and classic cars, his first five years owning his own fishery, and looks ahead to his 25th World Championship campaign across all codes in December and his bid to add another PDC major to his collection. Alex and Burton continue the show with their preview for the World Grand Prix, which starts in Leicester on Monday. The boys pick out their favourite first-round ties and then make their predictions for who they think will be lifting the trophy a week on Sunday. James Wade (46:05) also joins Alex at the Unicorn 2026 launch to discuss being a part of Team Unicorn for more than 20 years, having joined the brand in 2004, as well his recent deep runs in the major events, including the finals of the UK Open and World Matchplay, how darts has changed in the 20 years since he first joined the PDC tour and we ask what has been his favourite walk-on song he's used over the years! Join the Darts Strava King group on Strava *** This podcast is brought to you in association with Darts Corner - the number one online darts retailer! Darts Corner offers the widest selection of darts products from over 30 different manufacturers.  This podcast is sponsored by Darts Atlas - the platform for darts players, venues, and organisations. Darts Atlas is the home of the Amateur Darts Circuit (ADC) with hundreds of tournaments held on the platform every week.  Have you used Darts Atlas before? Share your feedback and experiences with Darts Atlas with us by sending an email to weeklydartscast@gmail.com and be in with a chance of winning some new logo Weekly Dartscast stickers! Check out Condor Darts here: UK site *** Enjoy our podcast? Make a one-off donation on our new Ko-Fi page here: ko-fi.com/weeklydartscast Support us on Patreon from just $2(+VAT): patreon.com/WeeklyDartscast Thank you to our Patreon members: Phil Moss, Gordon Skinner, Connor Ellis, Dan Hutchinson

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This week, host Merryn Somerset Webb and senior reporter John Stepek examine the policy signals coming out of the Labour Party conference—and what they could mean for your finances. They break down why a standalone wealth tax looks unlikely, the risks of lowering the VAT threshold for small businesses, and the political realities shaping pension reform. Plus, they consider whether proposals to tackle youth unemployment could shift the debate on work and welfare.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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In this episode, we dive into the challenge of selling products across the diverse markets of Europe.Nicolas Appert, CEO of Lengow, shares why Europe is a huge market of 30 small, unique countries with different rules, languages, and payment habits. He explains how localization is key, going beyond simple translation to include cultural understanding and regulatory needs like VAT and sizing.Nicolas also reveals strategies for smaller brands to find success by working with niche marketplaces and how Lengow's automation platform helps sellers navigate this complexity to expand across the continent.Topics discussed in this episode:  Why Europe is a constellation of 30 small, different markets.What localization is beyond simple product translation.Why cultural DNA impacts product descriptions and details.How to choose the right European country as an entry point.What marketplaces besides Amazon offer niche opportunities.How Lengow's AI adapts pictures and handles catalog conversion.What the future of product search looks like with AI agents.Why brands need a stable home business before European expansion.How understanding competitor pricing drives sales strategy.What the NetAmplify and NetMarket tools simplify for sellers.Links & Resources Website: https://www.lengow.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lengow/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolas-appert-98a85/ Get access to more free resources by visiting the show notes at https://tinyurl.com/4rtwh5dx______________________________________________________ LOVE THE SHOW? HERE ARE THE NEXT STEPS! Follow the podcast to get every bonus episode. Tap follow now and don't miss out! Rate & Review: Help others discover the show by rating the show on Apple Podcasts at https://tinyurl.com/ecb-apple-podcasts Join our Free Newsletter: https://newsletter.ecommercecoffeebreak.com/ Support The Show On Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/EcommerceCoffeeBreak Partner with us: https://ecommercecoffeebreak.com/podcast-sponsorship/

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has branded Nigel Farage's agenda the “single greatest threat” to British people's livelihoods at her Labour Party Conference speech in Liverpool. She vowed to stand by Labour's manifesto pledge not to raise taxes on working people - but has left the door open to changing VAT rules. The Standard's Chief Political Correspondent Rachael Burford is here with the latest. And in part two, author and podcast host Jack Guinness reflects on his family history after watching Netflix's House of Guinness, which tells the story of Sir Benjamin Guinness and his four children, to whom he leaves a vast empire in nineteenth century Dublin. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Tangmere Military Aviation Museum is a gem of a museum located on a corner of the former RAF Tangmere, just outside Chichester, West Sussex. On a surprisingly sunny Sussex day, marketing manager Julian Bridle kindly showed us around some of the gems of the collection, including my favourite Hawker Hunter, the bright red 1953 air speed record-breaking F.3 WB188.Visit the Tangmere Military Aviation Museum website here: https://tangmere-museum.org.uk/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559899811674Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tangmeremilitaryaviation/X: https://twitter.com/museumtangmere-----------------------------------------------------

Scottish polling: SNP still first; Reform's rise fractures the unionist vote and could hand SNP an outsized seat haul on a modest vote share.Scottish Labour's bind: must sell a credible policy offer while “owning” SNP record attacks — but Starmer's unpopularity in Scotland limits Sarwar's room.Reform dynamic: positioned as a “super protest vote”; mainstream parties risk losing if they try to outbid Farage on immigration.Electoral system: case made for shifting Holyrood to STV to avoid disproportional outcomes under a fractured party system.Approval ratings mood: Starmer underwater; Swinney seen as safer “adult in the room,” explaining SNP resilience despite policy discontent.Immigration: small boats symbolic of border control; debate increasingly about legal migration thresholds (ILR rules, salary/English requirements).Centre ground wobble: concern that political centre is collapsing, opening space for Reform beyond traditional limits.Leadership jeopardy: Starmer's authority tied to Budget performance and spring elections; internal manoeuvring (incl. Burnham) noted.Fiscal outlook: expectation of a tax-raising Budget; VAT hike flagged as the most likely manifesto breach.Post-election arithmetic: conditional openness to SNP–Labour cooperation if both in mid-30s seats range.Focussing on UK, Scottish and Global politics, if you like other great political podcasts like The Rest is Politics, The News Agents, Newscast, Questions Time, Holyrood Sources, Planet Holyrood, The Stooshie, The Steamie, Scotcast, Americast etc etc then The Ponsonby and Massie Podcast could be a great show to add to your list of favourites. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week's podcast is presented by Stephen and Michelle. We hear from: · Michelle from Dorset, who is looking forward to George's homecoming; · Richard, Biffo Prop, with thoughts on the last Sunday's readings in Church; · Globe-Trotting Richard, who wonders why Brian doesn't sell his shares in BL· Witherspoon and Angus Haggis, who has special personal links between The Archers and his mother· And finally Globe-Trotting Richard, again, this time thinking about the Home Farm Succession And we have emails from Laura, from Chris, currently in Arizona, from Natan in Portland and from Gillian in London. As usual we'll hear a roundup of the Dumteedum Facebook group, this week from Vicky, and the Tweets of the Week from Theo, plus the Week in Ambridge, from Suey. Please call into the show using this link:www.speakpipe.com/dumteedum Or send us a voicenote via WhatsApp on: +44 7770 764 896 (07770 764 896 if in the UK) – Open the WhatsApp app, key in the number and click on the microphone icon. Or email us at dumteedum@mail.com How to leave a review on Apple podcasts: https://support.apple.com/en-gb/guide/podcasts/pod5facd9d70/mac ***** The new Patreon feed for Dumteedum is at www.patreon.com/DumteedumPodcast and the subscription rate is £5.00 per calendar month plus VAT. And don't forget to cancel your existing Patreon subscription if you have one, as we will continue to put the podcast out on that feed through February to give Patreons time to transfer over. ***** Also Sprach Zarathustra licence Creative Commons ► Attribution 3.0 Unported ► CC BY 3.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/..."You are free to use, remix, transform, and build upon the materialfor any purpose, even commercially. You must give appropriate credit." Conducted byPhilip Milman ► https://pmmusic.pro/ Funded ByLudwig ► / ludwigahgren Schlatt ► / jschlattlive COMPOSED BY / @officialphilman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There's nothing quite like an election looming and the budget in the offing to make the work of a journalist more exciting. That's definitely been the case over the past week on Galway Talks. ?We started off the week by discussing VAT and the potential reduction back to 9% for the hospitality sector. There is some concern among certain quarters that it might also include big multinationals—something that many organisations, including unions, have not taken too kindly to. We discussed it on the programme with Galway man and Chief Executive of the Restaurants Association of Ireland, Adrian Cummins, alongside Lorraine Heskin, who is the owner of the Gourmet Food Parlour chain, who have a premises in Salthill. On the opposite side of the fence was Dr. Laura Bambrick of ICTU. The issue of maternity services at Portiuncula University Hospital in Ballinasloe was brought into sharp focus this week by an Oireachtas Health Committee meeting. The committee heard contradictory information regarding the implementation of the Walker Report at the hospital. The committee heard information that appeared to conflict with previous statements from the Minister for Health and the Department of Health. Both Bernard Gloster (HSE CEO) and Colm Henry (Chief Clinical Officer, HSE) gave evidence at the committee meeting. They were questioned by Roscommon-Galway TD, Dr. Martin Daly. The admitted to him that the report was not fully implemented at the hospital. The ongoing saga has caused significant consternation locally, with many constituents demanding a meeting with the Minister for Health. The Minister has consistently maintained that her decision regarding the future of the services was made based on the "best clinical advice." However, the failure to fully implement the Walker Report is a key point of concern, exacerbating the anxiety among local communities about the long-term security and level of maternity services at Portiuncula. We're well into September now, and the storm season will be rolling in quick and fast from the south-west prevailing winds. The issue of the security of our energy grid was brought into focus this week by Fianna Fáil Deputy for Galway West, John Connolly. Connemara was one of the worst-hit areas affected in the aftermath of Storm Éowyn earlier this spring. We discussed investment into the energy grid between now and January 2026, which will cause a day or two of outages in certain parts of Connemara, from Carraroe right across and into Western South Connemara. Donald Trump's remarks in relation to autism and vaccines have caused quite a stir in the medical community this week. They have absolutely refuted his claims that paracetamol is linked to rising cases of autism. We discussed this on the programme earlier on this week with the President of the IMO Anne Deane. The question of funding for the Irish language and Irish language rights was very much put into focus last weekend with the Cearta March on Dublin. Our reporter Seán Ó'Maoilchiarán spoke to a number of different people and organisations on the ground who were passionate about the language, and who want to see increased funding and increased rights for Irish language speakers. We got a flavour of the march and the athmosphere on the day. Our Community Matters programme featured the wonderful island and islanders of Inishbofin. You can listen back on our website. Our Galway Great on Monday morning is Patricia Forde.

Adam writes his own version of Neighbours starting from Episode 9276 all the way until the finaleThis Week - Saskia's story doesn't add up, how do you solve a problem like Bobby Favourite? and Holly tries to recover from her ordealIf you would like to support the podcast, you could always leave a nice 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or SpotifyOR you can subscribe to our Patreon for just £1 a month (plus VAT) and receive:Early access to the ad free video and audio versions of the podcastExclusive bonus episodes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alex Moss and Burton DeWitt are back with a new episode of your go-to darts podcast! The boys start this week's show with a look back at the Hungarian Darts Trophy and discuss where Niko Springer could finish in the rankings at the end of the season after winning his maiden PDC senior title, before also sharing their thoughts on Danny Noppert's run to the final in Budapest. Thomas Lovely (22:37) sits down with Alex at the Unicorn 2026 launch to look back on almost a decade playing PDC darts, from his first events on the Development Tour in 2016 to winning his first PDC tour card Q-School at the start of this year, following in his dad Eddie's footsteps to gain a tour card, his experiences of playing on the European Tour, signing for Unicorn and much more. Russ Bray (28:29) also joins us to chat all things darts, from being inducted into the PDC Hall of Fame at the start of 2024, taking on his new role as a PDC ambassador, the global reach of darts and refereeing the PDC Asian Tour, the upcoming ANZ Premier League, being a part of Unicorn for 20+ years and much more. Our very own Korean correspondent Andrew Sinclair (36:06) also calls in live from Korea to give us the lowdown on the WDF World Cup, a look back at the tournament so far, some surprise packages reaching the semi-finals in both the open and women's singles, countries returning to the event after long absences and much more. Join the Darts Strava King group on Strava *** This podcast is brought to you in association with Darts Corner - the number one online darts retailer! Darts Corner offers the widest selection of darts products from over 30 different manufacturers.  Check out Darts Corner here: UK site US site  Check out Condor Darts here: UK site Set up an account and enjoy a flutter on the darts by opening an account on the  kwiff website or via their app (iOS / Android). 18+. Terms and conditions apply. Begambleaware.org – please gamble responsibly. *** Sponsorship available! Want your business advertised on the show? Email weeklydartscast@gmail.com for more details and a free copy of our new sponsor brochure! *** Enjoy our podcast? Make a one-off donation on our new Ko-Fi page here: ko-fi.com/weeklydartscast Support us on Patreon from just $2(+VAT): patreon.com/WeeklyDartscast Thank you to our Patreon members: Phil Moss, Gordon Skinner, Connor Ellis, Dan Hutchinson

This week JK and Adam are joined by Farah Mak AKA Katrina Marshall to discuss the week on Ramsay StreetIf you would like to support the podcast, you could always leave a nice 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or SpotifyOR you can subscribe to our Patreon for just £1 a month (plus VAT) and receive:Early access to the ad free video and audio versions of the podcastExclusive bonus episodesAccess to our Patreon Community Chat Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to The Peptide Podcast. In this episode, we're unpacking the latest on retatrutide and how it measures up against semaglutide and tirzepatide.  If you want to support what we do, head over to our Partners Page. You'll find some amazing brands we trust—and by checking them out, you're helping us keep the podcast going.  https://pepties.com/partners/ We'll look closely at what the studies tell us so far — from overall weight loss to reductions in visceral fat and how much lean muscle mass is preserved. We'll also talk about where the evidence is solid, where it's still developing, and why cross-trial comparisons should be made with caution. What is retatrutide? So let's start with the basics—what is retatrutide? Retatrutide is a new type of weight-loss medication called a triple agonist. That sounds fancy, but what it really means is that it targets three hormone receptors in the gut and pancreas: GLP-1, GIP, and glucagon. Each of these plays a slightly different role in metabolism and appetite regulation. To break it down: GLP-1, which you might already know from drugs like semaglutide, mainly slows digestion, helps you feel full, and improves insulin sensitivity. GIP, which tirzepatide targets along with GLP-1, also helps regulate blood sugar and may improve how the body stores and burns fat. Retatrutide adds glucagon receptor activation on top of that, which seems to further boost fat burning. So how does this compare to semaglutide and tirzepatide? Semaglutide is a GLP-1-only drug, so it mainly works by reducing appetite and slowing gastric emptying. Tirzepatide is a dual agonist, hitting GLP-1 and GIP, which gives it a slightly stronger effect on blood sugar control and fat metabolism compared to semaglutide. Retatrutide goes one step further by adding glucagon activity, potentially giving more total fat loss. In other words, you can think of it like a spectrum: semaglutide hits one target, tirzepatide hits two, and retatrutide hits three—each additional receptor seems to enhance metabolic effects and fat loss in clinical trials. That's why people are excited about retatrutide, though it's still early, and we're waiting on larger studies to see exactly how it compares head-to-head with the others. And that's going to be key, since right now we don't have direct comparisons to other advanced therapies like semaglutide or tirzepatide in the published Phase 2 data. How does retatrutide compare to semaglutide and tirzepatide? Total body weight loss: Now let's put these three medications side by side and look at what the trials actually tell us about total body weight loss. Starting with retatrutide: in its Phase 2 obesity program, the numbers were unusually large, especially given the relatively short trial window. In the 48-week study, people on the higher doses—8 or 12 milligrams weekly—lost about 22 to 24% of their body weight on average. That's the result that really made headlines. It's worth noting that some trials report slightly different averages depending on the group studied—people with obesity but no diabetes versus people with type 2 diabetes—but across the board, that 48-week signal is consistently very strong. For comparison, let's step back to semaglutide at the 2.4 mg dose, which was tested in the pivotal STEP-1 trial. Over 68 weeks, participants lost about 15% of their body weight on average. That was a landmark finding when it was published in the New England Journal of Medicine—it essentially set the modern benchmark for what a GLP-1 monotherapy could do. Then we have tirzepatide, the dual GIP and GLP-1 agonist. The SURMOUNT-1 trial, which ran for 72 weeks, showed dose-dependent results: about 15% weight loss at 5 mg, 19.5% at 10 mg, and 20.9% at 15 mg, compared to only around 3% with placebo. Other obesity studies with tirzepatide have backed this up, especially at the higher doses. And in head-to-head comparisons with semaglutide, tirzepatide has consistently come out on top. So if we zoom out: retatrutide's Phase 2 data suggest the greatest average reductions—over 22%—in less than a year. Tirzepatide follows closely behind with around 21% over 72 weeks. And semaglutide shows very meaningful, but smaller, weight loss of around 15% over a similar time frame. The big caveat here is that these aren't perfect apples-to-apples comparisons. The trials differed in their length, the types of patients enrolled—some had type 2 diabetes, some did not—their baseline weights, and even the way results were reported. Plus, retatrutide is still in Phase 2 for obesity, whereas semaglutide and tirzepatide already have large Phase 3 programs and real-world data backing them up. Visceral fat reduction: Next, let's talk about visceral fat reduction—that's the deep fat that surrounds organs like the liver, pancreas, and intestines. It's particularly important because high levels of visceral fat are strongly linked to cardiometabolic disease. Starting with retatrutide, one of the Phase 2 substudies used DEXA scans to measure body composition in detail. At the higher doses—8 and 12 milligrams per week—participants saw visceral fat drop by about 29 to 31% over 48 weeks. That's a very large relative reduction in under a year and one of the reasons people are excited about retatrutide's potential not just for weight loss, but also for improving long-term metabolic health. How does that compare to the other drugs? With semaglutide, we also have DEXA and imaging substudies from the STEP program and follow-up mechanistic work. These consistently show meaningful visceral fat reductions, along with improvements in the ratio of lean to fat mass. The difference is that semaglutide studies typically report VAT changes as “significant and clinically relevant,” but they don't always publish one clear headline number that's directly comparable to retatrutide's ~30%. In other words, semaglutide definitely lowers visceral fat, but depending on the study and population, the exact percentage looks different. For tirzepatide, we also have imaging-based data from the SURMOUNT trials and related body-composition studies. These show that the majority of weight lost is fat mass—including a significant portion of visceral fat. Some analyses report reductions on par with what's seen with GLP-1 therapies, while others suggest tirzepatide may push a bit further. But again, the actual percentages vary depending on whether the study used DEXA, CT, or MRI, and on who was enrolled. The big caveat here is that we don't yet have a head-to-head imaging study comparing all three drugs in the same population with the same methods. Retatrutide's ~30% visceral fat drop is certainly eye-catching, but without that kind of standardized comparison, it's hard to say definitively whether it's truly better than semaglutide or tirzepatide. Lean muscle mass preservation: Now let's shift to lean mass preservation, which is just as important as total weight or fat loss. Across all of the modern obesity drug trials, one thing has been consistent: most of the weight people lose is fat, but some lean tissue is lost too. That's expected whenever you're in a sustained calorie deficit. The question is how much muscle is preserved, and how the proportions break down. With retatrutide, the DEXA substudy showed something reassuring. Even though people lost a lot of total weight and fat, the proportion of lean mass lost compared to total weight loss was similar to what we see with other therapies. In other words, the drug seems to drive large fat reductions without causing disproportionate muscle loss. Interestingly, the absolute amount of lean tissue lost in kilograms was pretty stable across different doses, even though fat loss varied quite a bit. That suggests the extra weight loss with higher doses is really coming from fat, not muscle. Looking at semaglutide, the STEP trials with DEXA scans reported the same general pattern. People lost more fat than lean mass, and when you adjust for the total weight loss, body composition actually improved. In fact, some analyses showed a slight increase in the percentage of body weight that was lean tissue, even though the absolute lean mass in kilograms went down. So again, it's not that muscle isn't affected—it is—but fat loss makes up the majority of the change. For tirzepatide, the SURMOUNT body-composition studies found that about 75% of the weight lost is fat and about 25% is lean mass. That split is very similar to what was seen in the placebo groups, which means the drug isn't shifting the balance unfavorably. It preferentially reduces fat, while lean mass preservation is in the same ballpark as semaglutide and retatrutide. Now, here's the important nuance: lean mass on a DEXA scan isn't just skeletal muscle. It includes water, organ tissue, and other components. So if someone loses 3 or 4 kilograms of “lean mass,” we don't know how much of that is functional muscle versus water or smaller organ size. That's why these numbers can be misleading if you take them at face value. And this is where lifestyle comes in. Resistance training and adequate protein intake are critical alongside medication. Lifting weights or doing bodyweight resistance work helps preserve functional muscle, while getting enough protein—typically somewhere in the range of 0.8 to 1 gram per pound per day depending on age and activity—supports muscle repair and maintenance. Every trial we've seen shows that the best outcomes, in terms of maintaining strength and function, come from pairing these drugs with exercise and nutrition strategies. That way, the unavoidable lean mass changes have far less impact on long-term metabolic health and performance. Limitations, biases, and what's missing (the critical context). No large, peer-reviewed head-to-head trials (yet) comparing retatrutide with semaglutide or tirzepatide for the same endpoints using identical imaging protocols. Most comparisons are cross-trial and therefore imperfect. Retatrutide Phase-2 was often compared to placebo or dulaglutide (in the T2D DEXA substudy) rather than to semaglutide or tirzepatide. A head-to-head (planned/registered) study vs tirzepatide is listed on ClinicalTrials.gov but results are not published yet. Different populations & durations. Some retatrutide data come from cohorts that include people with T2D or NAFLD; semaglutide STEP trials were often in people with obesity (without diabetes) and run longer (68 weeks), while tirzepatide SURMOUNT trials ran to 72 weeks. These differences change the absolute and percent outcomes. Funding and reporting bias. Many of the early retatrutide analyses are industry-funded (Eli Lilly), which is standard for drug development, but it requires us to carefully read methods, endpoints, and completeness of reporting. Independent replication and Phase-3 confirmation matter. Imaging method variation. VAT reported by DXA vs MRI vs CT are not directly interchangeable. Some trials report VAT area, others percent change; that complicates cross-trial percent comparisons.  Thanks for listening to The Peptide Podcast. 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Vibroacoustic therapy (VAT) uses sound to produce vibrations that are applied directly to the body. During the vibroacoustic therapy process, a client lies on the specially designed mat or bed or sits in a chair that is embedded with speakers or transducers which transmit specific computer-generated frequencies into vibrations. Since the human body is over 70% water and since sound travels 5 times more efficiently through water than through air, sound frequency stimulation directly into the body is a highly efficient means for total body stimulation at a deep cellular level. The term Vibroacoustic Therapy (VAT) was coined in the 1980s by the Norwegian therapist and educator, Olav Skille. Research in Europe and throughout North America has shown that audio waves in the range of 30Hz-120Hz transmitted through the vibroacoustic device have a very positive effect on various systems of the bodyBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-x-zone-radio-tv-show--1078348/support.Please note that all XZBN radio and/or television shows are Copyright © REL-MAR McConnell Meda Company, Niagara, Ontario, Canada – www.rel-mar.com. For more Episodes of this show and all shows produced, broadcasted and syndicated from REL-MAR McConell Media Company and The 'X' Zone Broadcast Network and the 'X' Zone TV Channell, visit www.xzbn.net. For programming, distribution, and syndication inquiries, email programming@xzbn.net.We are proud to announce the we have launched TWATNews.com, launched in August 2025.TWATNews.com is an independent online news platform dedicated to uncovering the truth about Donald Trump and his ongoing influence in politics, business, and society. Unlike mainstream outlets that often sanitize, soften, or ignore stories that challenge Trump and his allies, TWATNews digs deeper to deliver hard-hitting articles, investigative features, and sharp commentary that mainstream media won't touch.These are stories and articles that you will not read anywhere else.Our mission is simple: to expose corruption, lies, and authoritarian tendencies while giving voice to the perspectives and evidence that are often marginalized or buried by corporate-controlled media. 

Live from Amazon Accelerate, discover how Amazon Global Logistics and Global Selling help sellers streamline imports, expand into EU markets, and scale worldwide with confidence. ► Watch The Podcasts On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Helium10SeriousSellersPodcast?sub_confirmation=1 ► Instagram: instagram.com/serioussellerspodcast ► Free Amazon Seller Chrome Extension: https://h10.me/extension ► Sign Up For Helium 10: https://h10.me/signup  (Use SSP10 To Save 10% For Life) ► Learn How To Sell on Amazon: https://h10.me/ft   From the vibrant stage of Amazon Accelerate in Seattle, we're bringing you a special double feature. In this episode, Bradley sits down with Alex Berry, Director at Amazon Global Logistics, and Mike Stiles, Head of US-EU Global Selling at Amazon. Together, they pull back the curtain on two major pillars of scaling your Amazon business: moving products smarter with AGL and selling beyond US borders with Amazon's global marketplaces. Alex shares his intriguing journey from journalism and finance at the University of Missouri to leading Amazon Global Logistics (AGL), the program helping sellers import goods seamlessly from China (and soon Vietnam, India, and beyond) straight into Amazon's network. He explains AGL's role in simplifying freight forwarding, shipment rerouting, and customs, while unveiling innovations like the upcoming “time-to-prime” promise and Amazon Managed Placement, tools designed to give sellers speed, reliability, and visibility across their supply chain. Then, the conversation shifts with Mike Stiles, who has spent more than a decade helping US-based sellers expand globally. He breaks down the Sell Globally workflow, the Marketplace Guidance tool, and strategies to tap into Europe's 10 Amazon marketplaces (and 30+ consumer countries) through programs like Pan-EU FBA and remote fulfillment. Mike also shares how Amazon is listening to seller feedback, simplifying VAT and compliance hurdles, and equipping brands with resources to confidently scale into international markets. Whether you're looking to optimize freight forwarding into the US or unlock new revenue streams in the EU and beyond, this episode is packed with practical insights, upcoming innovations, and step-by-step guidance to future-proof your Amazon business. Where can Sellers learn more about selling globally and the EU? Where can I share feedback? (Evergreen) Sharing a few links here to get you started: https://sell.amazon.com/blog/amazon-usa-vs-europe https://sell.amazon.com/global-selling/europe In episode 703 of the Serious Sellers Podcast, Bradley, Alex, and Mike discuss: 00:00 - Amazon Global Logistics and AWD 04:10 - Benefits of Using AGL as Forwarder  11:03 - AGL Program Expansion and Future Vision 11:42 - Improving Logistics Through Dynamic Routing 14:39 - International Shipping Destination Expansion Strategy 16:06 - AGL Program Enhancements and Innovations 18:57 - Origin Splits for Cost Efficiency 21:40 - Global Expansion and Seller Feedback 22:35 - Global Logistics for International Expansion 30:03 - EU Marketplace Expansion and Global Selling 33:39 - Expanding Sales Into the EU 40:00 - Amazon's PanEU Program Overview  44:28 - Bradley's Cross-Border Expansion Commitment

In this special Community Q&A episode, Annette Ferguson answers the top 10 most common questions about implementing Profit First in your business. Whether you're just starting out or looking to refine your system, this episode is packed with practical advice for UK business owners.Key Takeaways:• Profit First is for Everyone (with a catch): Learn why Profit First works for any business size or industry, but why you can't just take the percentages straight from the book.• VAT is Not Your Money: Discover the right way to handle VAT in your Profit First system to avoid nasty surprises from HMRC.• Feeling Overwhelmed? Start Here: Find out the one simple exercise you can do today to get your business finances under control, even if you're not ready for the full Profit First system.In This Episode, You'll Learn:• The 10 Most Common Profit First Questions: Get clear, actionable answers to your biggest questions about bank accounts, percentages, VAT, and more.• Why Spreadsheets Don't Work: Understand the psychological and practical reasons why you need to physically separate your money.• How to Reduce Your Operating Expenses: Learn the "Money Leaks Exercise" to identify and eliminate unnecessary spending in your business.• The Right Way to Get Started: Discover how to determine your initial Profit First percentages and map your journey to financial health.Resources Mentioned:• "The Profit Plan" Book: Amazon UK• Money Leaks Exercise: Find it on the YouTube Channel• Book a Fitting Call: annetteandco.co.uk/fitting

It was a busy summer for the circular economy. In this episode, Seb brings you up to speed with some of the headlines and all in less than 10 minutes!Listen in to hear about:- The latest EU policy breakthrough: EPR for textiles- How new business models continue to gain traction across the retail sector- Why a group is advocating to scrap VAT on repairs in the UK- Why all of the news around critical minerals makes the circular economy an even more urgent solution around the world- What happened at the latest round of Global Plastics Treaty negotiations in Geneva----Explore the articles Seb mentioned in this episode:1) EPR in EU (Vogue Business)2) Wider circular economy momentum in retail (The Conversation | BBC News | Trellis3) VAT on repair (The Guardian)4) Critical minerals geopolitics (circular economy link) (BBC News | Hindustan Times  | BBC News)5) What plastics treaty talks mean for circular economy and high ambition countries and businesses (BBC News)

Adam writes his own version of Neighbours starting from Episode 9276 all the way until the finaleThis Week - Max and Slade make a deal, Andy's father takes a turn for the worse and Holly is in danger again!If you would like to support the podcast, you could always leave a nice 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or SpotifyOR you can subscribe to our Patreon for just £1 a month (plus VAT) and receive:Early access to the ad free video and audio versions of the podcastExclusive bonus episodes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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This week's podcast is presented by Jaqueline and Theo with calls fromJules, talking about Amber Love Jazzers singing, with thoughts about dogsKatherine, thinking about the next generation of moneymakersWitherspoon, speculating on Paul and RuaridhRichard, with more business questions .Plus emails from Laura and Gillianthe Week in Ambridge from Suey, a Facebook group roundup from VickyTweets of the Week from Michelle.Call into the show using www.speakpipe.com/dumteedum Send voicenotes via WhatsApp: +44 7770 764896Email at dumteedum@mail.comTo leave a review on Apple podcasts: https://support.apple.com/en-gb/guide/podcasts/pod5facd9d70/mac__The Patreon feed for Dumteedum is www.patreon.com/DumteedumPodcast ; subscriptions are £5.00 per month plus VAT. __Also Sprach Zarathustra licenceCreative Commons ► Attribution 3.0 Unported ► CC BY 3.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/..."You are free to use, remix, transform, and build upon the materialfor any purpose, even commercially. You must give appropriate credit."Conducted byPhilip Milman ► https://pmmusic.pro/Funded ByLudwig ► / ludwigahgren Schlatt ► / jschlattlive COMPOSED BY / @officialphilman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With the budget on the horizon, there have been calls for the government to reduce the VAT rate on food serving businesses back to 9% from the current 13.5%. Eithne Dodd reports.

When the Goods and Services Tax — or GST — was rolled out in 2017, it was billed as one of India's biggest tax reforms. It replaced a maze of indirect taxes like excise duty, VAT, and service tax, with the promise of creating a single, unified market. It was meant to create a simpler, fairer, and more transparent system. GST is what's known as a destination-based tax, levied on every stage of value addition — a system designed to be simpler, fairer, and more transparent.Nearly eight years later, the system has seen major reforms. In its 56th meeting, the GST Council revamp the tax structure into a primarily two-rate system of 5% and 18%, and a 40% “special rate” on sin goods such as tobacco and luxury items such as large cars, yachts, and helicopters. The government is stated that this rationalise will help both businesses and also put more money in the hands of the public. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has said the changes will put nearly ₹2 lakh crore back into the hands of people. The government hopes that this extra money will boost domestic consumption. What this means for businesses, consumers, and the economy at large? Guest: Dr Sacchidananda Mukherjee, National Institute of Public Finance and Policy Host: Nivedita V Edited by Sharmada Venkatasubramanian Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Kitty Lizard. I Do Like Big Eyeball Sheeeeeeeeep. VAT crap. Jaunty German. THERE ARE THREE BUNALS! Raising Gravy. Nurse C with the Hep B got the D! Why Does It Look Like Lego Hair. The Salad Days of the Shrimp Buffet. Puzzles Rock! Make Nerdtacular Great Again. Tribal with Tribbles. Look at me! I'm Scott Johnson now. Let the Gloomhaven Game Start Now. Happy Ducey to Birthday and more on this episode of The Morning Stream. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week JK and Adam are joined by Naomi Rukavina AKA Dr Remi Varga-Murphy to discuss the week on Ramsay StreetIf you would like to support the podcast, you could always leave a nice 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or SpotifyOR you can subscribe to our Patreon for just £1 a month (plus VAT) and receive:Early access to the ad free video and audio versions of the podcastExclusive bonus episodesAccess to our Patreon Community Chat Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Adam writes his own version of Neighbours starting from Episode 9276 all the way until the finaleThis Week - The 80's/90's event brings some surprises, more vandalism and the Varga-Murphy's come face face to with a Linwell brotherIf you would like to support the podcast, you could always leave a nice 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or SpotifyOR you can subscribe to our Patreon for just £1 a month (plus VAT) and receive:Early access to the ad free video and audio versions of the podcastExclusive bonus episodes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's EV News Briefly for Wednesday 17 September 2025, everything you need to know in less than 5 minutes if you haven't got time for the full show. Patreon supporters fund this show, get the episodes ad free, as soon as they're ready and are part of the EV News Daily Community. You can be like them by clicking here: https://www.patreon.com/EVNewsDaily LEAPMOTOR TO BUILD CARS IN SPAIN https://evne.ws/4mgfwEX SK ON OPENS SOLID-STATE BATTERY PILOT PLANT https://evne.ws/4poDxws RIVIAN BREAKS GROUND ON GEORGIA PLANT https://evne.ws/3VWurJG RENAULT 4 EV GETS A CARGO VAN VARIANT https://evne.ws/4nDkCwo UK GEELY EX5 CUSTOMERS GET FREE ANDERSEN A3 HOME CHARGER INSTALLED https://evne.ws/47G1wRs GAC AION V APPROVED FOR AUSTRALIA https://evne.ws/465ShsA TESLA MELBOURNE FSD TEST WAS NOT APPROVED  https://evne.ws/4nrNoQc TESLA ADDS 7‑YEAR WARRANTY TO SOME PARTS https://evne.ws/3IgdcQE NHTSA OPENS PROBE INTO 2021 TESLA MODEL Y DOORS https://evne.ws/465VwjM SUZUKI LAUNCHES E VITARA EV IN JAPAN IN JANUARY https://evne.ws/4prFSqo ID. TOUAREG COULD BE THE FIRST SSP MODEL https://evne.ws/3VkOLo4 VOLKSWAGEN DROPS FLUSH DOOR HANDLES FOR FUNCTION https://evne.ws/4gs1T4t NISSAN CUTS NEW LEAF OUTPUT OVER BATTERY SHORTAGE https://evne.ws/3VlzNya LEAPMOTOR TO BUILD CARS IN SPAIN Stellantis will enable Chinese automaker Leapmotor to assemble vehicles at a Spanish plant to bypass steep EU import tariffs, likely beginning with the B10 electric SUV next year. The €1.5 billion joint venture includes major investment in battery production at Zaragoza, positioning Leapmotor for broader European expansion under Stellantis's international partnership. SK ON OPENS SOLID-STATE BATTERY PILOT PLANT SK On has opened a Daejeon, South Korea pilot facility focused on sulphide- and polymer-oxide solid-state battery development, aiming for commercialization of sulphide-based cells in 2029—one year ahead of schedule. Backed by Solid Power's tech, the facility will produce prototype batteries featuring advanced lithium-metal and silicon anodes with targets up to 1,000 Wh/l energy density. RIVIAN BREAKS GROUND ON GEORGIA PLANT Rivian has started building a $5 billion EV plant in Georgia, aiming for 200,000 vehicles yearly by 2028, unaffected by the discontinuation of federal EV tax credits. The facility will support scale and lower costs for new models like the R2, following Tesla's profitability playbook as Rivian moves into higher-volume, lower-priced vehicles. RENAULT 4 EV GETS A CARGO VAN VARIANT Renault's new electric 4 is now offered as a cargo van with a load capacity of 1,045 litres and up to 254 miles of range, priced in France from €29,300 before VAT. The conversion is managed in-house by Renault at its Maubeuge plant, with multiple battery and power options for commercial customers. UK GEELY EX5 CUSTOMERS GET FREE ANDERSEN A3 HOME CHARGER INSTALLED Geely will provide buyers of the all-electric EX5 a free Andersen A3 home charger, featuring unique design and smart charging integration, for orders placed before October 23, 2025. The charger, which includes full installation and a seven-year warranty, is compatible with solar power and smart charging tariffs. GAC AION V APPROVED FOR AUSTRALIA Chinese automaker GAC's Aion V electric SUV has been cleared for sale in Australia, featuring a 75 kWh LFP battery for up to 374 miles of range and fast charging from 30% to 80% in 16 minutes. Pricing will start below $45,000 AUD, with deliveries and detailed specs announced closer to launch. TESLA MELBOURNE FSD TEST WAS NOT APPROVED Victorian authorities confirmed Tesla was not authorized to test "Full Self-Driving" on Melbourne's public roads after a viral video showed a Model Y performing an autonomous hook turn in the city center. Tesla says FSD is driver-supervised and not yet legal for autonomous use in Australia, where regulatory permits are required for such trials. TESLA ADDS 7‑YEAR WARRANTY TO SOME PARTS Tesla's 2026 model year vehicles in the US and Canada now carry a “High-Priced Propulsion-Related Part Warranty,” giving seven years' coverage for key electrical components like the power conversion system and high-voltage parts. This new warranty is separate from existing battery and drive unit terms, aimed at lowering costly repair risk for buyers. NHTSA OPENS PROBE INTO 2021 TESLA MODEL Y DOORS U.S. safety regulators have launched a probe into 174,000 Model Y vehicles from 2021 after reports the electronic door handles could fail, potentially trapping children inside. Preliminary findings suggest the issue is linked to low-voltage battery problems, and several parents broke windows to access their children during incidents. SUZUKI LAUNCHES E VITARA EV IN JAPAN IN JANUARY Suzuki's first battery-electric car, the e Vitara SUV, will go on sale in Japan in January 2026, produced in India for export and offering 267 miles per charge at around $27,000. It represents Suzuki's major push into global EVs with significant investments and ambitions for high-volume exports. ID. TOUAREG COULD BE THE FIRST SSP MODEL Volkswagen may transform its Touareg into the first fully electric SSP platform model, with combustion production ending in 2026 and SSP assembly possibly starting in Bratislava by 2029. The SSP platform promises cost savings and fast charging, with VW's wider rollout across brands and models to follow. VOLKSWAGEN DROPS FLUSH DOOR HANDLES FOR FUNCTION Volkswagen will move away from flush-mounted door handles in favor of traditional grab handles in response to customer frustration, as outlined by the brand's CEO at IAA Mobility. The company's next-gen ID. models will prioritize practicality to appeal to mainstream buyers over early adopters. NISSAN CUTS NEW LEAF OUTPUT OVER BATTERY SHORTAGE Nissan has halved production plans for its new Leaf due to shortfalls in battery supply, with revised output at the Tochigi plant being several thousand lower per month. The cutback delays a key launch for Nissan, which is betting on the new Leaf to reinvigorate its lagging EV business.

Alex Moss and Burton DeWitt are back with a new episode of your go-to darts podcast! The boys start this week's show with a look back at the World Series of Darts Finals and discuss whether Michael van Gerwen is 'back' after winning his first major title in two years, before also sharing their thoughts on the PDC's 2026 calendar announcement. Andreas Toft Jorgensen (23:45) joins the show ahead of his European Tour debut at the Swiss Darts Trophy next week. The Danish international reflects on his last few years on the oche, playing on the World Series and winning his first match in the PDC World Cup, overcoming a finger injury to lift the Danish Super League title last year, qualifying for his first European Tour event and also booking his spot in the upcoming PDC Nordic & Baltic Championship in the last Pro Tour event of the season. Alex and Burton continue the show with a look at the race to the World Grand Prix heading into the last two events before the cut off, and then react to the final weekend of the PDC Asian Tour and PDC Asian Championship and give their thoughts on the players who qualified for Ally Pally this year. Andreas Harrysson (58:13) also calls in after finishing top of the PDC Nordic & Baltic Pro Tour Order of Merit. The Swedish international looks back on his career in the game so far, from discovering the game in his late teens to becoming Swedish national champion, before making his mark on the PDC circuit, impressing on the PDC ProTour as a top-up player and qualifier, and a standout 2025 campaign on the Nordic & Baltic Tour which saw him win four titles and secure an Ally Pally debut and the number one seeding for the upcoming PDC Nordic & Baltic Championship. Join the Darts Strava King group on Strava *** This podcast is brought to you in association with Darts Corner - the number one online darts retailer! Darts Corner offers the widest selection of darts products from over 30 different manufacturers.  Check out Darts Corner here: UK site US site  Check out Condor Darts here: UK site Set up an account and enjoy a flutter on the darts by opening an account on the  kwiff website or via their app (iOS / Android). 18+. Terms and conditions apply. Begambleaware.org – please gamble responsibly. *** Sponsorship available! Want your business advertised on the show? Email weeklydartscast@gmail.com for more details and a free copy of our new sponsor brochure! *** Enjoy our podcast? Make a one-off donation on our new Ko-Fi page here: ko-fi.com/weeklydartscast Support us on Patreon from just $2(+VAT): patreon.com/WeeklyDartscast Thank you to our Patreon members: Phil Moss, Gordon Skinner, Connor Ellis, Dan Hutchinson

In this episode of Financial and Lifestyle Freedom for UK Business Owners, Annette Ferguson dives deep into the Profit First cash management system and reveals the five biggest mistakes UK businesses make when trying to implement it. If you've ever struggled to get Profit First working for your business, or if you're considering implementing it, this episode is packed with essential advice.Key Takeaways:• Profit First is Not One-Size-Fits-All: Learn why you can't just take the percentages from the book and apply them to your UK business.• VAT is a Critical Factor: Discover why ignoring VAT is a major pitfall and how to handle it correctly within your Profit First system.• Professional Guidance is Key: Understand why going it alone with Profit First often leads to failure and how professional support can ensure your success.In This Episode, You'll Learn:• The 5 Biggest Profit First Mistakes: Annette breaks down the common errors that cause UK businesses to fail with Profit First, from incorrect bank account setups to treating it as a one-time system.• How to Adapt Profit First for the UK: Get practical advice on adjusting the system for the UK's unique tax and banking systems.• The Importance of Regular Reviews: Learn why Profit First is not a "set and forget" system and how to actively manage it for long-term success.Resources Mentioned:• Book a Fitting Call with Annette & Co: https://www.annetteandco.co.uk/fitting/• Free Profit First Core Chapters: https://www.annetteandco.co.uk/pfbook/

This week's podcast is presented by Glyn and Theo wth calls from:Globetrotting Richard, Casey Witherspoon and Angus Haggis, Leigh NathanPlus we the Week in Ambridge from Suey, a roundup of the Dumteedum Facebook group from Jacquieline, and the Tweets of the Week from Michelle.Please call into the show using this link:www.speakpipe.com/dumteedum Or send us a voicenote via WhatsApp on: +44 7770 764896 (7770 764896 if in the UK) – Open WhatsApp, key in the number and click on the microphone icon.Or email us at dumteedum@mail.comHow to leave a review on Apple podcasts: https://support.apple.com/en-gb/guide/podcasts/pod5facd9d70/mac*****The new Patreon feed for Dumteedum is at www.patreon.com/DumteedumPodcast. Subscription is £5.00 per calendar month plus VAT. *****Also Sprach Zarathustra licenceCreative Commons ► Attribution 3.0 Unported ► CC BY 3.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/..."You are free to use, remix, transform, and build upon the materialfor any purpose, even commercially. You must give appropriate credit."Conducted byPhilip Milman ► https://pmmusic.pro/Funded ByLudwig ► / ludwigahgren Schlatt ► / jschlattlive COMPOSED BY / @officialphilman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week JK and Marisa AKA Summer Hoyland discuss the week on Ramsay Street as well as guilty crying, becoming a cop and cheap biscuitsThe Neighbourhood Rewrite is taking a short hiatus while Adam has a well earned restIf you would like to support the podcast, you could always leave a nice 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or SpotifyOR you can subscribe to our Patreon for just £1 a month (plus VAT) and receive:Early access to the ad free video and audio versions of the podcastExclusive bonus episodesAccess to our Patreon Community Chat Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alex Moss and Burton DeWitt are back with a new episode of your go-to darts podcast! The boys start this week's show with a look back at last weekend's Czech Darts Open and discuss whether the world number one Luke Humphries is back to his best after winning the title in Prague, as well as whether Josh Rock is the next first-time PDC major winner after reaching back-to-back European Tour finals. Dave Davies (18:35) calls in to look back on a breakthrough 2025 on the oche. The Welshman reflects on winning the Champion of Champions and his first PDC title on the Challenge Tour last month, as well as his career in the game so far, from switching football for darts, his friendship with the former world champion Mark Webster, representing Wales, and his plans for the rest of the year. Alex and Burton continue the show by reviewing last weekend's PDC Development Tour action in Wigan and pick out the players who caught their eye, before previewing the World Series of Darts Finals in Amsterdam this weekend and choosing the first-round ties they're most looking forward to. Mitchell Lawrie (1:07:58) joins the show to reflect on his recent record-breaking weekend on the WDF circuit. The Scottish teenager discusses his title double in the Welsh Open last month, breaking Luke Littler's record and becoming the youngest winner of the Welsh Open men's title at just 14 years old, his glittering youth career so far winning the WDF Europe Youth Cup boys' singles this summer, topping the JDC Foundation Tour in 2024 and picking up his first Advanced Tour title earlier this year, and his goals for the rest of 2025. Join the Darts Strava King group on Strava *** This podcast is brought to you in association with Darts Corner - the number one online darts retailer! Darts Corner offers the widest selection of darts products from over 30 different manufacturers.  Check out Darts Corner here: UK site US site  Check out Condor Darts here: UK site Set up an account and enjoy a flutter on the darts by opening an account on the  kwiff website or via their app (iOS / Android). 18+. Terms and conditions apply. Begambleaware.org – please gamble responsibly. *** Sponsorship available! Want your business advertised on the show? Email weeklydartscast@gmail.com for more details and a free copy of our new sponsor brochure! *** Enjoy our podcast? Make a one-off donation on our new Ko-Fi page here: ko-fi.com/weeklydartscast Support us on Patreon from just $2(+VAT): patreon.com/WeeklyDartscast Thank you to our Patreon members: Phil Moss, Gordon Skinner, Connor Ellis, Dan Hutchinson

In this special episode of Brain in a Vat, Mark and Jasondiscuss the tragic assassination of political commentator, Charlie Kirk. The episode discusses Kirk's commitment to open dialogue and civil discourse, particularly on college campuses, and critique the societal implications of hisdeath.The episode delves into themes of free speech, academicfreedom, and the dangerous conflation of words and violence. Jason and Mark also address arguments attempting to justify or minimize Kirk's assassination,advocating instead for a return to civility and the importance of open, reasoned debate.00:00 Introduction and Tribute to Charlie Kirk01:22 The Importance of Civil Discourse03:47 The Dangers of Conflating Words and Violence05:00 Free Speech and Academic Freedom10:04 Philosophical Perspectives on Assassination15:01 The Impact on Society and Free Speech16:14 Addressing Arguments Justifying the Assassination27:04 Reflecting on Empathy and Society's Response29:18 Conclusion: A Call for Civility

Starting October 1st, 2025, the Chinese government is enforcing stricter export compliance rules that could significantly disrupt supply chains. Exporters will need to disclose the manufacturer's identity and prove that every component was purchased the formal way, with aligned flows of materials, contracts, and tax invoices. In this short bonus episode, Renaud Anjoran explains: What the “formal way” means in practice How these rules may impact VAT rebates and why non-compliant products will no longer qualify The risks of drop-shipping and direct sourcing under the new system Why a rush on shipping and limited Hong Kong warehouse space could cause delays Immediate steps you should take to protect your supply chain before the deadline If you manufacture in or export from China, this is urgent information you can't afford to ignore.   Extra reading How Does the China VAT Rebate for Exports work? Get in touch with us Connect with us on LinkedIn Contact us via Sofeast's contact page Subscribe to our YouTube channel Prefer Facebook? Check us out on FB

Alex Moss and Burton DeWitt are back with a new episode of your go-to darts podcast! The boys continue to dip into a very special mailbag with all the questions sent in from some of the previous guests on the show!  Part Two of our Big Q and A includes questions sent in from Jenson Walker, Ray Stubbs, Katie Sheldon, Lee Fox, Hanna Frostman and the captain, Dave Parletti, Will Adamson, Thomas Banks, Joe Croft, Gemma Hayter, Roos van der Velde, Lukasz Waclawski and Dean Moss!  Join the Darts Strava King group on Strava *** This podcast is brought to you in association with Darts Corner - the number one online darts retailer! Darts Corner offers the widest selection of darts products from over 30 different manufacturers.  Check out Darts Corner here: UK site US site  Check out Condor Darts here: UK site Set up an account and enjoy a flutter on the darts by opening an account on the  kwiff website or via their app (iOS / Android). 18+. Terms and conditions apply. Begambleaware.org – please gamble responsibly. *** Sponsorship available! Want your business advertised on the show? Email weeklydartscast@gmail.com for more details and a free copy of our new sponsor brochure! *** Enjoy our podcast? Make a one-off donation on our new Ko-Fi page here: ko-fi.com/weeklydartscast Support us on Patreon from just $2(+VAT): patreon.com/WeeklyDartscast Thank you to our Patreon members: Phil Moss, Gordon Skinner, Connor Ellis, Dan Hutchinson

This week's podcast is presented by Stephen and Theo. We hear from: · Leigh in Cookham, who has some questions about the arrangements at Home Farm;· Witherspoon and Angus Haggis, who have observations about Brookfield, Chelsea and Amber; · Globe-Trotting Richard, who has been quite impressed by the denizens of Ambridge this week;· And finally Vicky, who is confused about Aldridge living arrangements but has joined team Kate; As usual we'll hear a roundup of the Dumteedum Facebook group, this week from Jacquieline in Christchurch, and the Tweets of the Week from Michelle, plus the Week in Ambridge, from Suey. Please call into the show using this link:www.speakpipe.com/dumteedum Or send us a voicenote via WhatsApp on: +44 7770 764 896 (07770 764 896 if in the UK) – Open the WhatsApp app, key in the number and click on the microphone icon. Or email us at dumteedum@mail.com How to leave a review on Apple podcasts: https://support.apple.com/en-gb/guide/podcasts/pod5facd9d70/mac ***** The new Patreon feed for Dumteedum is at www.patreon.com/DumteedumPodcast and the subscription rate is £5.00 per calendar month plus VAT. And don't forget to cancel your existing Patreon subscription if you have one, as we will continue to put the podcast out on that feed through February to give Patreons time to transfer over. ***** Also Sprach Zarathustra licence Creative Commons ► Attribution 3.0 Unported ► CC BY 3.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/..."You are free to use, remix, transform, and build upon the materialfor any purpose, even commercially. You must give appropriate credit." Conducted byPhilip Milman ► https://pmmusic.pro/ Funded ByLudwig ► / ludwigahgren Schlatt ► / jschlattlive COMPOSED BY / @officialphilman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Tax Factor is back for its second episode of the season. This week, Neil Insull is joined by Annie Hughes for her debut appearance, as they look at the top tax stories making the news: we finally have a date for the Autumn Budget. But the real question is what the Chancellor might have in store. Could inheritance tax be in the firing line? Will we see changes to the VAT threshold or even VAT rates themselves? And with stamp duty complexity hitting the headlines, is now the moment for long-discussed reforms to property tax?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A round-up of the main headlines in Sweden on September 4th, 2025. You can hear more reports on our homepage www.radiosweden.se, or in the app Sveriges Radio. Presenter/producer: Sujay Dutt

This week's podcast is presented by Stephen and Love Jazzer's Singing. We hear from: · Glyn, who foresees several disasters ahead;· Claire from Clapham, who has views on Pat, Lynda and smashing the patriarchy; · Witherspoon and Angus Haggis, who want to give Brad a big hug;· Globe-Trotting Richard, who is wondering about George's game plan, as well as Henry's bowling; · and finally, Jacquieline from Christchurch, who has enjoyed the last week, and particularly the tussle over Adam's time; We also have emails from Nick in Lisbon, Edna Cloud and our own Vicky. As usual we'll hear a roundup of the Dumteedum Facebook group, this week from Witherspoon, and the Tweets of the Week from Theo, plus the Week in Ambridge, this week from our own Jacqueline. Please call into the show using this link:www.speakpipe.com/dumteedum Or send us a voicenote via WhatsApp on: +44 7770 764 896 (07770 764 896 if in the UK) – Open the WhatsApp app, key in the number and click on the microphone icon. Or email us at dumteedum@mail.com How to leave a review on Apple podcasts: https://support.apple.com/en-gb/guide/podcasts/pod5facd9d70/mac ***** The new Patreon feed for Dumteedum is at www.patreon.com/DumteedumPodcast and the subscription rate is £5.00 per calendar month plus VAT. And don't forget to cancel your existing Patreon subscription if you have one, as we will continue to put the podcast out on that feed through February to give Patreons time to transfer over. ***** Also Sprach Zarathustra licence Creative Commons ► Attribution 3.0 Unported ► CC BY 3.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/..."You are free to use, remix, transform, and build upon the materialfor any purpose, even commercially. You must give appropriate credit." Conducted byPhilip Milman ► https://pmmusic.pro/ Funded ByLudwig ► / ludwigahgren Schlatt ► / jschlattlive COMPOSED BY / @officialphilman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.