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Appraiser Talk
Episode 242: Gathering and Verifying Data

Appraiser Talk

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2026 4:27


This week Amy and Alan delve into the importance of gathering and verifying data.

EETimes On Air
Beyond Automation: Self-Verifying AI Agents for Semiconductor and PCB Design

EETimes On Air

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2026 23:24


As AI agents grow more capable, the question of trust becomes increasingly critical, especially in complex engineering environments like semiconductor and PCB design. Siemens EDA and NVIDIA are tackling that challenge head-on, combining deep EDA domain expertise with cutting-edge AI infrastructure to deliver a new generation of agentic AI capabilities for engineering teams. In this episode, we sit down with Amit Gupta, Chief AI Strategy Officer at Siemens EDA, and Tim Costa, VP and GM of Industrial and Computational Engineering at NVIDIA, to explore how their collaboration is shaping the future of EDA workflows. Together, they discuss domain-scoped AI agents that don't just execute tasks but verify their own outputs using physics-based EDA software validation, purpose-built to support the demands of long-running engineering workflows. We dig into what self-verifying agentic AI actually means in practice, what the Siemens and NVIDIA collaboration looks like under the hood, and what it delivers in terms of tool-calling reliability, token efficiency, result quality, and time-to-results for engineering teams working across the full EDA lifecycle.

Nigeria Daily
Who Is Responsible For Verifying Politicians' Credentials?

Nigeria Daily

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2026 21:32


As reactions and debates continue to trail the omission of primary and secondary school credentials from the educational information published for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, questions are being raised about who is responsible for verifying the credentials politicians submit when seeking public office.Today on Nigeria Daily, we look beyond the current debate to understand what INEC actually verifies, who is responsible for authenticating politicians' academic credentials, and what happens when questions are raised about a candidate's qualifications.

Bitcoin Audible
Roundtable_023 - Staying Humble

Bitcoin Audible

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2026 115:53


In this episode, Steve, Jeff, and I walk through the catastrophic Coldcard entropy failure, how a trusted hardware wallet ended up generating weak keys, and how attackers are now brute-forcing Bitcoin wallets in minutes. We dig into AI's role in widening the attack surface, the dangers of source-available over true open source, and our own arrogance around hardware security. I share practical steps to get your coins off compromised devices, why multi-sig saved me this time, and how we can turn this gut punch into genuine anti-fragility for Bitcoin self-custody. Chapters (00:00:00) - Introduction (00:11:36) - Reacting to the Coldcard exploit (00:15:00) - FOSS vs. source-available software (00:22:05) - Hardware fallback flaws and testing (00:35:46) - Verifying dice roll entropy (00:42:45) - Red teaming Bitcoin security with AI (00:54:13) - Physical dice rolling for keys (01:10:11) - Jack Mallers, Strike, and 21 (01:31:50) - Corporate influence and core dev funding (01:45:43) - AI and vulnerability discovery (01:49:34) - Anti-fragile security and multi-sig Guest Links Steve Simple Nostr (Link: https://tinyurl.com/3s6a8yn8) Steve Simple on X (Link: https://x.com/stevesimple) Jeff Swann Nostr (Link: https://tinyurl.com/3sjc3bcp) Jeff Swann on X (Link: https://x.com/agoristview) Jeff Swann's petition (Link: https://www.change.org/p/help-us-home) Affiliate Links Become sovereign, hold your keys, be censorship resistant with the Bitbox hardware wallet. Get 5% off everything in the store with code GUY (Link: https://bitbox.swiss/) Get 10% off the best Bitcoin board game in the world, HODLUP! Or any of the other great games from The Free Market Kids! Use code GUY10 at checkout for 10% off your cart! (Link: https://www.freemarketkids.com/collections/games-1) Host Links ⁠⁠Guy on Nostr ⁠(Link: http://tinyurl.com/2xc96ney) ⁠Guy on X ⁠(Link: https://twitter.com/theguyswann) Guy on Instagram (Link: https://www.instagram.com/theguyswann) Guy on TikTok (Link: https://www.tiktok.com/@theguyswann) Guy's Takes on YouTube (Link: https://www.youtube.com/@GuysTake) Guy Swann on YouTube (Link: https://www.youtube.com/@theguyswann) ⁠Bitcoin Audible on X⁠ (Link: https://twitter.com/BitcoinAudible) The Guy Swann Network Broadcast Room on Keet (Link: https://tinyurl.com/3na6v839)

Security Unfiltered
The Future of Digital Identity: How Suremark Makes Verifying People Seamless at Scale

Security Unfiltered

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2026 46:09


Explore how AI, neural networks, and technological scaling are transforming industries, security, and business operations today. Scott Stornetta shares insights from his pioneering work in AI, the evolution of neural networks, and the strategic advancements by companies like Elon Musk's ventures — all through the lens of future-proofing and responsible innovation. Perfect for entrepreneurs, tech enthusiasts, and security professionals aiming to understand the next wave of digital evolution.00:00 - Intro: The unpredictable nature of AI progress and technological breakthroughs02:00 - The hardware arms race: Scaling compute power in AI industries05:00 - Elon Musk's space ventures: Pushing the limits of orbital compute and AI scalability08:00 - The evolution of neural networks: From thousand-parameter models to trillion-parameter systems12:00 - How large language models learn: The mechanics of training and generalization16:00 - The slowdown in innovation: Is more data the key or are new models needed?20:00 - Leveraging AI tools to overcome writer's block and improve research productivity24:00 - The importance of responsibility and accountability when using AI-generated content28:00 - Blockchain-style identity verification and combating deepfake fraud32:00 - The business perspective: Scaling rapidly and managing organizational change like a sports team36:00 - The role of profitability versus mission-driven entrepreneurship40:00 - AI in security: Protecting digital identities and verifying online interactions with Shermark44:00 - The future of content authenticity: Using blockchain to prevent fakes and deepfakes48:00 - Final thoughts: Embracing responsible AI innovation and strategic scaling

IEDA Podcast
Justin Leslie & Jamie Luminais: Make It Easy for Customers to Rent from You

IEDA Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2026 39:57


Over 75% of rental customers fail to meet insurance requirements at the time of rental. It's a stunning statistic. Verifying certificates of insurance (COIs) is not just a box to check – it serves as the goalkeeper for your rental operation in terms of transferring risk away from the equipment business – risk that could quickly turn into hundreds of thousands of dollars in real cost on any rental transaction. That much you already know, but what about the risk of losing a good customer because the process at your rental counter is slow and cumbersome? They want speed, but you need assurance that your iron is protected.  In this episode, we're exploring the headaches involved with the manual verification process, the dangers of cutting corners in that process, and how technology can solve both problems.  Two experts break down the solutions created by an AI-powered software product from Evident. They explain why COI verification is an ideal manual process to be replaced with technology — a technology that removes a logjam from the rental checkout, lets your rental personnel do their jobs efficiently, and can also turn an insurance shortfall into a revenue opportunity for your dealership.  Protecting rental assets and unclogging bottlenecks isn't just for the big dogs. It's for all independent equipment dealers with a rental operation, and here's how you can harness a simple technology to do it.   Connect with Justin: LinkedIn   Connect with Jamie: LinkedIn   Connect with IEDA: Visit IEDA Group Website IEDA Events   Produced By: Social Chameleon

Easy Prey
Scam Compounds

Easy Prey

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2026 52:09


When most people think about online scams, they picture criminals sitting behind a screen and stealing from victims around the world. But in Southeast Asia, many of the people sending those messages are victims too. Some were promised legitimate jobs, flown across borders, trapped inside guarded compounds, and forced to scam others while trying to survive.  In this episode, I talk with Ivan Franceschini, a lecturer in Chinese Studies at the Center for Contemporary Chinese Studies Asia Institute. After years of studying labor rights, civil society, and Chinese investment in Cambodia, Ivan's work led him to the online scam industry and the cybercrime compounds that have spread across Southeast Asia. He is the co-author of Scam: Inside Southeast Asia's Cybercrime Compounds, and through the EOS Collective, he and his colleagues also help support people who have been trafficked into these operations. I talk with Ivan about how small scam operations grew into large compounds, why COVID helped the industry expand, and how fake job offers are used to recruit people from around the world. We also talk about the blurred line between victim and criminal, the local economies that grow around these compounds, and what happens when people escape or are left stranded without money, documents, or a safe way home. Show Notes: [01:27] Ivan Franceschini explains how his academic background in China studies and labor rights eventually led him to research scam compounds in Southeast Asia. [04:39] Early scam operations in Cambodia started as smaller setups in villas, apartments, and hotels before expanding into large, organized compounds. [07:53] COVID becomes a major turning point as isolation, financial desperation, and new technology help the online scam industry grow rapidly. [10:42] The industry expands beyond Chinese-speaking networks and begins recruiting people from many countries, including large numbers from Africa. [13:29] Criminal groups, businesspeople, local elites, and trafficking networks all play different roles in keeping the scam compound industry running. [15:50] Fake job offers are used to recruit people from abroad, with many victims believing they are traveling for legitimate work in customer service, teaching, sales, or other fields. [18:19] Recruiters use believable salaries and convincing explanations to lure people who may be desperate for work or unfamiliar with the region. [21:43] Many trafficked workers are not highly trained scammers, but poor or vulnerable people who are taught scripts, given tools, and assigned small parts of the scam process. [24:05] Language barriers are no longer a major obstacle because scammers can use translation tools, AI tools, and backstories that make mistakes seem believable. [26:40] Scam compounds become embedded in local economies through guards, cleaners, restaurants, construction workers, delivery services, and other support jobs. [31:22] Getting out of a compound can involve paying a ransom, escaping physically, or risking a message to an embassy, family member, NGO, or government official. [33:40] Some trapped workers are able to ask for help online, but contacting authorities can also be dangerous if local police alert the compound operators. [35:17] Crackdowns in Cambodia have left many people stranded without money, valid visas, housing, or a safe way to return home. [37:27] Survivors released from compounds may end up sleeping on the street, begging for food, and trying to find help while facing fines and deportation barriers. [40:14] Survivor support often means meeting immediate needs such as food, basic medical care, and flights home for people who have nowhere else to turn. [41:29] Ivan explains that sanctions and enforcement need to consider the human beings inside the industry, not just the money and criminal networks behind it. [42:49] Survivors often have valuable information about trafficking networks, scam techniques, and specific operations, but that intelligence is lost when they are abandoned. [45:15] Verifying survivor stories requires interviews, embassy coordination, compound maps, cross-checking details, and recognizing that victim and criminal roles can overlap. [48:53] Ivan shares where people can find his book, Scam: Inside Southeast Asia's Cybercrime Compounds, and learn more about the EOS Collective's work. Thanks for joining us on Easy Prey. Be sure to subscribe to our podcast on iTunes and leave a nice review.  Links and Resources: Podcast Web Page Facebook Page whatismyipaddress.com Easy Prey on Instagram Easy Prey on Twitter Easy Prey on LinkedIn Easy Prey on YouTube Easy Prey on Pinterest Ivan Franceschini - LinkedIn Scam: Inside Southeast Asia's Cybercrime Compounds EOS Collective

Hacker Public Radio
HPR4682: Behind the Keyboard: A Cybersecurity Operator's Real-World Workflow

Hacker Public Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2026


This show has been flagged as Explicit by the host. SUMMARY The presenter outlines a practical cybersecurity workflow, covering ergonomic setups, browser isolation, virtual machine troubleshooting, AI-assisted scripting, and network tunneling methods utilized during active security assessments. ONE-SENTENCE TAKEAWAY Isolate browser environments, utilize automation scripts, and verify network paths before starting security tests to avoid workflow interruptions. TOOLS Talon Voice – Open-source voice recognition software enabling hands-free computer control and command execution. Obsidian – Local-first markdown note-taking application supporting secure, AI-friendly knowledge management. AutoHotkey – Windows scripting utility for creating custom macros and remapping keyboard inputs. Chrome Debug Commands – Browser developer tools allowing direct inspection of extensions, cookies, and storage. Whisper Diarization – Audio processing script that separates speaker tracks and converts recordings to searchable text. Hyper-V / WSL – Microsoft virtualization platforms enabling isolated guest environments and Linux subsystem integration. OpenConnect / OpenVPN – Command-line tunneling clients used for establishing secure, split-tunnel network connections. Jamboree Framework – Portable PowerShell environment that dynamically provisions development tools without altering system paths. MOBA Portable – Feature-rich terminal emulator supporting static/dynamic tunnels, auto-reconnect, and embedded X-server capabilities. Nmap – Network discovery and security auditing tool utilized for comprehensive port scanning and service detection. 00:00:00 Ergonomic Workspace Configuration Configures physical workstation elements to reduce strain during extended testing sessions. Proper alignment prevents repetitive stress injuries while maintaining focus on technical tasks. Monitor Positioning – Displays should align with eye level to maintain neutral neck posture; the speaker notes their curved 49-inch screen sits slightly high due to chair adjustments. Split Keyboard Layout – Utilizes a Freestyle 2 mechanical keyboard, allowing natural shoulder-width arm placement and reducing wrist deviation during prolonged typing. Postural Adaptation – Acknowledges that ergonomic equipment requires matching body alignment; elbow rests should sit between hip and shoulder height for optimal leverage. 01:45:00 Voice Control & Note Synchronization Utilizes auditory input methods and localized knowledge bases to streamline documentation workflows. Separating secure work notes from casual observations prevents data contamination. Talon Voice Integration – Runs continuously to handle navigation, text entry, and application switching without manual keyboard interaction. Obsidian Migration – Transitions from cloud-based keep apps to local markdown files, enabling direct querying by local AI models while maintaining offline accessibility. Note Categorization – Divides information into secure work records and insecure personal logs, ensuring clean data pipelines for future retrieval and analysis. 03:50:00 Browser Extension Management & Security Isolation Separates web browsing activities from primary work processes to minimize attack surfaces. Running dedicated user profiles prevents plugin conflicts and credential leakage. Jailed User Accounts – Creates restricted system profiles that only launch the browser, isolating extensions from core workstation operations. Shared Folder Synchronization – Establishes a single directory path bridging work and browsing users, allowing seamless file transfers without cross-contamination. Extension Audit Process – Leverages Chrome debug commands to enumerate installed plugins, verifying functionality before deployment on target networks. 06:15:00 Training Optimization & Audio Processing Accelerates mandatory compliance viewing through speed manipulation and automated transcription. Converting video content into searchable text enables rapid information retrieval. Global Speed Control – Increases playback rates up to sixteen times normal speed, drastically reducing time spent on repetitive corporate training modules. Whisper Diarization Pipeline – Downloads video tracks, separates speaker voices, and generates timestamped transcripts for quick reference during assessments. Download Management – Employs multi-threaded swarm downloaders and classic turbo managers to handle bulk media retrieval without interrupting active workflows. 10:40:00 Virtualization & Network Tunneling Protocols Establishes isolated testing environments using Windows virtual machines while managing connectivity constraints. Proper session handling prevents unexpected disconnections during remote engagements. Enhanced Session Mode – A Hyper-V feature providing higher resolution and shared clipboard functionality; disabling it is required before initiating certain VPN clients to avoid routing conflicts. Split Tunneling Mechanics – Routes specific traffic through the virtual network while keeping local resources accessible, preventing complete internet loss during connection tests. Certificate Verification – Identifies self-signed SSL mismatches early in the process, documenting them as preliminary findings before proceeding with authentication steps. 15:30:00 Macro Automation & Input Remapping Remaps frequently used keyboard shortcuts to reduce physical strain and accelerate command execution. Running scripts with elevated privileges ensures reliable input registration across virtual environments. Caps Lock Repurposing – Converts the caps lock key into a primary modifier, assigning copy/paste functions to adjacent letters for faster workflow navigation. Physical Typing Macros – Simulates keystrokes with deliberate delays, allowing seamless data entry into restricted VM consoles that block standard clipboard operations. Administrator Execution Requirement – Highlights that macro scripts must run with elevated privileges to successfully inject inputs across different desktop sessions. 20:15:00 Portable Development Environments & Python Management Deploys lightweight scripting frameworks that dynamically provision necessary tools without modifying host configurations. Verifying package contents prevents dependency conflicts during testing. Jamboree Framework – A PowerShell-driven utility that downloads and configures development stacks on demand, resetting environment variables to maintain system cleanliness. NuGet Package Filtering – Queries Microsoft's repository API to retrieve specific Python versions, ensuring compatibility with legacy tunneling scripts. Binary Verification Process – Checks extracted archives for bundled pip.exe or pip3.exe executables, eliminating manual module installation steps during rapid deployments. 28:40:00 AI-Assisted Scripting & Debugging Workflows Generates and refines PowerShell functions through iterative conversational prompts. Validating AI output against actual system behavior prevents silent configuration errors. Vibe Coding Approach – Relies on continuous feedback loops with language models to draft, minimize, and debug automation scripts in real-time. Parameter Standardization – Enforces strict formatting rules for PowerShell commands, avoiding hardcoded paths and ensuring cross-environment compatibility. Temporary Storage Management – Monitors extraction directories to prevent disk saturation, redirecting large package downloads away from constrained system partitions. 35:10:00 Terminal Emulation & Advanced Tunneling Strategies Facilitates complex network routing through dedicated terminal applications. Configuring dynamic and static tunnels enables reliable reverse connections for remote assessments. MOBA Portable Configuration – Utilizes an INI-based tunnel manager that automatically maintains connections across changing IP addresses or Wi-Fi networks. Reverse Shell Routing – Establishes outbound channels back to the tester, then proxies all subsequent traffic through those connections for consistent monitoring. Proxy Chain Integration – Forces non-proxy-aware applications to route through Burp Suite or custom interceptors using Windows utility wrappers like Priboxy. 42:30:00 Final Connectivity Testing & Engagement Wrap-Up Executes comprehensive port scans to verify target accessibility before documenting findings. Acknowledging workflow detours ensures realistic time management during active engagements. Nmap Verification – Runs full-port scans with verbose output to confirm host responsiveness and identify open services prior to credential testing. Connection Refusal Documentation – Captures screenshot evidence of failed routing attempts, providing clear proof of network restrictions for client reporting. Workflow Reflection – Recognizes that exploratory debugging adds value but requires time boundaries; balancing thoroughness with engagement scope maintains professional efficiency. Provide feedback on this episode.

The Accountant Quits Podcast
#110: Onchain Analytics for Compliance with Provenance

The Accountant Quits Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2026 67:46


Onchain analytics splits into two buckets: Research & Reporting (Dune dashboards, DeFi volume, DAO treasuries) and Risk & Compliance, which layers on attribution (naming wallet clusters) and risk scoring (sanctions, AML exposure) using tools like Chainalysis, TRM Labs, and Elliptic.This episode focuses on the Risk & Compliance side with Leopoldt Jansen Van Vuuren, Head of Onchain Analytics at Provenance, a compliance firm serving 400+ clients across 18 jurisdictions in VASPs, crypto funds, tokenised offerings, and DAOs.✅ OUR RESOURCES

Dream Retirement in Mexico
Buying Property in Mexico: Trusts, Titles, and Legal Tips for Foreign Buyers | Taniel Chemsian

Dream Retirement in Mexico

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2026 29:10


Thinking about buying property in Mexico? Before you sign a contract or transfer funds, make sure you understand the legal process that protects your investment. In this episode of Retirement in Mexico – Live by Design with Taniel Chemsian, Taniel sits down with Spencer Richard McMullen, an experienced attorney specializing in Mexican real estate law, to uncover the legal essentials every foreign buyer should know before purchasing property in Mexico. From understanding bank trusts and verifying property titles to navigating deeds, contracts, escrow services, and ownership structures, Spencer shares practical advice that can help buyers avoid costly mistakes and confidently invest in Mexican real estate. He also explains why due diligence is far more important than simply trusting the seller, and how proper legal guidance can protect your investment for years to come. Whether you're planning to retire in Mexico, purchase a vacation home, or invest in property south of the border, this episode provides actionable insights into the legal process, common pitfalls, and the critical steps every foreign buyer should take before closing a deal. In this episode, you'll learn: How foreigners can legally own property in Mexico What a fideicomiso (bank trust) is and when it's required The importance of verifying titles, deeds, and ownership records Common legal mistakes foreign buyers make—and how to avoid them When escrow should be used during a real estate transaction Red flags to watch for before signing a purchase agreement How marriage, inheritance, and estate planning affect property ownership Why working with an experienced Mexican real estate attorney is essential Whether you're just beginning your research or preparing to buy your dream home in Mexico, this episode will help you navigate the legal landscape with greater confidence and peace of mind. Key Moments :  05:31 Reviewing property documents and inspections 08:34 Resolving property ownership issues 12:50 Beneficiaries and land trust rules 16:46 Paying taxes after a spouse dies 19:09 Practical tips for home buying 22:16 Abuse of rental agreements 23:46 Verifying identity with fingerprints   How to contact Spencer Richard McMullen :  Email: chapalalegal@gmail.com Website: https://www.chapalalaw.com/ FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Spencers-Office-SC-Abogados-100063178031036/   Feeling overwhelmed about buying in Mexico? Chat TCP, our AI-powered assistant, guides you to stress-free homeownership. Click here to start using Chat TCP: https://tanielchemsian.com/chat-tcp/?utm_source=youtube_lbd_mex   Want to own a home in Mexico? Start your journey with confidence - download your FREE “Buyer's Guide” now for expert tips and clear steps to make it happen! Click here - https://tanielchemsian.com/buyers-gui...   Discover why everyone is falling in love with Puerto Vallarta real estate: https://tanielchemsian.com/puerto-vallarta-real-estate/   Join the ‘Taniel Chemsian Properties' YouTube channel to learn what you need to know about Puerto Vallarta real estate. https://www.youtube.com/@TanielChemsian   Join our ‘Live By Design: Mexico Edition' podcast: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0VfClD5... Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/032... YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@livebydesignmexicoedition   Contact Information: Email: info@tanielchemsian.com Website: https://tanielchemsian.com/ Mex Office: +52.322.688.7435

Govcon Giants Podcast
What to Do When Someone Claims They Can Get You Guaranteed Government Contracts

Govcon Giants Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2026 10:57


If you've ever wondered how to verify government contract outreach is legitimate, this episode breaks down exactly what to look for before you respond to that surprise DOD or Air Force email. A small business owner shares a message he received from a self-described government partner asking to "share his account list," and Colin and the Federal Help Center community walk through how to separate a real opportunity from a setup. Key takeaways from this episode: How to cross-reference a contact's LinkedIn profile and sam.gov or FPDS listing to confirm they're a real government partner Why CEOs and agencies almost never cold-contact small businesses unless it's tied to a source sought notice, RFP response, or notice of award How to spot the "pay $8,000 to get this software and we'll send you contracts" scam and other pipeline-selling schemes Why a notice of award means you won, and why protesting a small SAP award under $250K is usually a waste of time How to build out your sam.gov profile, NAICS codes, and capability statement to position yourself for subcontracting work while you build prime relationships Why the government is risk-averse, never pays upfront, and what that means for your invoicing process EPISODE CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Welcome to the Federal Help Center podcast 0:57 - Building a capability statement and sam.gov profile 1:36 - A mysterious DOD Air Force contact reaches out 3:40 - Why legitimate agencies rarely cold contact small businesses 4:49 - Verifying outreach through LinkedIn sam.gov and FPDS 5:31 - Red flag the 250000 dollar app scam 6:02 - Source sought RFPs and notice of award explained 7:55 - Why government agencies never pay contractors upfront 9:05 - You're not new to work just to govcon Mindy gives you the federal opportunities, agency signals, recompete intel, and pursuit briefs that tell you not just what contracts exist, but which ones to chase and how to win them. Sign up for free Daily Alerts and get opportunities delivered to your inbox before the day starts.

Dream Retirement in Mexico
How to Buy Property Safely in Mexico: Legal Advice Every Foreigner Should Know

Dream Retirement in Mexico

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2026 36:25


Thinking about buying property in Mexico? Before you sign a contract or send a deposit, this episode of Live by Design - Mexico Edition could save you thousands of dollars and countless headaches. Host Taniel Chemsian sits down with Spencer Richard McMullen, an American attorney practicing in Mexico, to discuss the legal realities of buying real estate as a foreigner. Spencer shares his journey from mortgage banking in California to becoming a lawyer in Mexico, and explains the most common mistakes foreign buyers make when purchasing property. Together, they explore critical topics including escrow services, contracts, estate planning, pre-construction developments, ownership structures, and the risks associated with ejido land. Spencer also reveals the red flags every buyer should watch for and the legal protections available to help secure your investment. Whether you're planning to retire in Mexico, searching for a vacation home, or exploring Mexico real estate investment opportunities, this episode provides practical guidance and expert legal insight to help you buy with confidence and avoid costly mistakes. Key Moments:  05:49 Assisting with moving to Mexico 08:08 Helping expatriates in Mexico 10:02 Pre-sales and contract issues 15:55 Unseen real estate risk factors 18:15 Annual family meeting for property decisions 20:56 Verifying seller's authorization and controversies 23:41 Real estate issues in Mexico 29:14 Importance of solid contracts 32:02 Buying property in Mexico challenges 34:09 Buying property in Vallarta, Mexico How to contact Spencer Richard McMullen :  Email: chapalalegal@gmail.com Website: https://www.chapalalaw.com/ FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Spencers-Office-SC-Abogados-100063178031036/   Feeling overwhelmed about buying in Mexico? Chat TCP, our AI-powered assistant, guides you to stress-free homeownership. Click here to start using Chat TCP: https://tanielchemsian.com/chat-tcp/?utm_source=youtube_lbd_mex   Want to own a home in Mexico? Start your journey with confidence - download your FREE “Buyer's Guide” now for expert tips and clear steps to make it happen! Click here - https://tanielchemsian.com/buyers-gui...   Discover why everyone is falling in love with Puerto Vallarta real estate: https://tanielchemsian.com/puerto-vallarta-real-estate/   Join the ‘Taniel Chemsian Properties' YouTube channel to learn what you need to know about Puerto Vallarta real estate. https://www.youtube.com/@TanielChemsian   Join our ‘Live By Design: Mexico Edition' podcast: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0VfClD5... Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/032... YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@livebydesignmexicoedition   Contact Information: Email: info@tanielchemsian.com Website: https://tanielchemsian.com/ Mex Office: +52.322.688.7435 USA/CAN Office: +1.323.798.8893

The Rebbe’s advice
2259 – Editing Stories for Beis Rebbe and Verifying Their Authenticity – עריכת סיפורים לבית רבי ואימות אמיתותם

The Rebbe’s advice

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2026


The Rebbe discusses editing and printing stories for Beis Rebbe, emphasizing the importance of verifying their authenticity before inclusion. He advises on editorial responsibilities, praises the recipient's work, and encourages continued communal efforts. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/008/002/2259

Grow Your Business and Grow Your Wealth
Episode 325: The Asset Protection Strategies Most Ignore

Grow Your Business and Grow Your Wealth

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2026 24:02


Most business owners spend years building wealth but very little time protecting it.In this episode of Grow Your Business & Grow Your Wealth, Gary Heldt sits down with attorney Blake Harris to discuss asset protection, offshore trusts, lawsuit prevention, and the strategies successful entrepreneurs use to protect what they have worked so hard to build.Blake explains why asset protection is not just for the ultra-wealthy, how lawsuits can affect business owners of all sizes, and why proactive planning often makes the difference between preserving assets and losing them. He also shares practical insights into trusts, LLCs, offshore structures, and evaluating professionals who claim to be asset protection experts.Key Takeaways• Many business owners wait too long to implement asset protection strategies.• Asset protection is about proactively arranging assets before legal issues arise.• Offshore trusts often provide stronger protection than domestic trusts.• Proper funding of trusts and business structures is essential for effectiveness.• Verifying an attorney's credentials, reputation, and experience is critical before engaging their services.• Asset protection planning can provide both financial security and peace of mind.Connect with Blake HarrisWebsite: https://blakeharrislaw.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/blakeharrislawConnect with Gary HeldtVisit Gary Heldt's website at https://www.sbadvisors.cc/Connect with Gary on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gary-d-heldt-jr/

BS Free MD with Drs. May and Tim Hindmarsh
#456 — Breakdown of Kitchen Table Medicine, Drive-Thru Crimes, and 60-Year-Old Secrets

BS Free MD with Drs. May and Tim Hindmarsh

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2026 45:56


In this lively episode of Doc Tales with Cocktails, Dr. May and Tim Hindmarsh tackle everything from bizarre fast-food crimes and questionable healthcare practices to a decades-old vaccine lawsuit making headlines. They discuss a McDonald's employee facing criminal charges after tampering with a customer's food, explore the dangers of social media-fueled decision-making, and break down the legal case of a convicted murderer who argued his life sentence ended when his heart temporarily stopped. The conversation then shifts to a controversial lawsuit involving an experimental RSV vaccine from the 1960s and broader concerns about medical ethics, informed consent, and pharmaceutical accountability. Plus, Dr. May shares a listener-submitted story involving concierge medicine, blood draws at a private residence, and the importance of vetting healthcare providers. As always, expect plenty of humor, candid commentary, and a few unexpected detours along the way. In This Episode A McDonald's employee faces felony charges after contaminating a customer's fries The role social media plays in poor decision-making A prison inmate's unusual legal argument about a life sentence ending after clinical death The history of vaccine-associated antibody enhancement (VADE) A lawsuit involving a 1960s RSV vaccine trial Medical ethics, informed consent, and government research programs Direct-to-consumer pharmaceutical advertising Concierge medicine concerns and "kitchen table" blood draws How to research and verify healthcare providers Listener questions and healthcare transparency Key Takeaways Social media can amplify impulsive decisions with lifelong consequences. Informed consent remains a foundational principle of ethical medicine. Patients should understand where their lab work is processed and how healthcare services are billed. Verifying provider credentials and disciplinary history is easier than ever and can help patients make informed healthcare decisions. Transparency builds trust between patients and healthcare professionals. Resources Mentioned National Provider Identifier (NPI) Registry State Medical Board License Verification Tools LabCorp Quest Diagnostics Connect with BS Free MD Website: https://bsfreemd.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bsfreemd Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bsfreemd Email: doc@bsfreemd.com 

Monero Talk
Bawdy & Tux are LIVE from Monerokon26! Price, News & More! | EPI 265

Monero Talk

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2026 109:11


47e6GvjL4in5Zy5vVHMb9PQtGXQAcFvWSCQn2fuwDYZoZRk3oFjefr51WBNDGG9EjF1YDavg7pwGDFSAVWC5K42CBcLLv5U OR DONATE HERE: https://www.monerotalk.live/donate GUEST LINKS: https://x.com/bawdyanarchist_ https://x.com/tuxpizza TIMESTAMPS (00:00:00) Monerotopia Introduction. (00:05:50) Monerotopia Guest Segment w/ Tux and Bawdy. (00:25:48) Monerotopia News Segment w/ Doug. (00:27:47) Verifying the Soundess of Zcash's Circulating Supply. (00:35:22) XmrBazaar is down. (00:44:06) CakeWallet did it again. (00:52:47) Monerotopia Viewers on Stage Segment. (01:48:50) Monerotopia Finalization. NEWS SEGMENT LINKS: SPONSORS: PRICE REPORT: https://exolix.com/ GUEST SEGMENT: https://cakewallet.com & https://monero.com NEWS SEGMENT: https://www.wizardswap.io XMR.BAR: https://xmr.bar Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE! The more subscribers, the more we can help Monero grow! XMRtopia TELEGRAM: https://t.me/monerotopia XMRtopia MATRIX: https://matrix.to/#/%23monerotopia%3Amonero.social ODYSEE: https://bit.ly/3bMaFtE WEBSITE: monerotopia.com CONTACT: monerotopia@protonmail.com MASTADON: @Monerotopia@mastodon.social MONERO.TOWN https://monero.town/u/monerotopia Get Social with us: X: https://twitter.com/monerotopia INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/monerotopia DOUGLAS: https://twitter.com/douglastuman SUNITA: https://twitter.com/sunchakr TUX: https://twitter.com/tuxpizza

Travel for Nothing Come home Rich.
EASY Bitcoin Privacy | Fake Coinjoin for transactions using Sparrow Wallet

Travel for Nothing Come home Rich.

Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2026 10:51


In this tutorial, EASY Bitcoin Privacy | Fake Coinjoin for transactions using Sparrow Wallet, you demonstrate how to use the "Stonewall" feature to create "fake coinjoins" that confuse chain analysis. You explain that by mimicking a collaborative transaction, Sparrow Wallet makes it difficult for observers to distinguish between payments and change addresses, providing a simple but effective way to enhance base-layer privacy. Be sure to note your advice that this is a spending tool best used with non-KYC Bitcoin for maximum effectiveness.00:27 - What is a Stonewall transaction or "fake coinjoin"?01:06 - Prerequisites for effective privacy using Sparrow Wallet01:58 - The importance of using non-KYC or previously coinjoined Bitcoin02:28 - How a fake coinjoin mimics a two-person collaboration03:07 - Setting up the transaction in Sparrow Wallet05:13 - Activating the privacy feature and comparing transaction outputs06:28 - Finalizing and broadcasting the signed transaction07:07 - Verifying unconfirmed UTXOs and anonymity sets07:51 - Analyzing the transaction on the Mempool block explorer09:16 - Why this is a spending tool and not a mixing replacement Download Sparrow (Desktop ONLY)https://sparrowwallet.com/download/Book a 1|1 Bitcoin Consulting call with mehttps://pathtobitcoin.xyz/Join my Bitcoin Learning Community & and access Free Courseshttps://www.skool.com/the-bitcoin-masters-4115/Where I buy Bitcoin (Free BTC & Non-KYC options)https://bitcoinwell.com/referral/bitcoinnotcrypto15% Stampseed Titanium Seed plates (BEST WAY TO STORE BTC PRIVATE KEYS)https://www.stampseed.com/USE CODE : BTCNOTCRYPTO15Get a Coldcard Hardware wallet herehttps://store.coinkite.com/promo/169FA71FECC4928F725D5% off Start9 servers for plug & play Bitcoin NodesCODE: BNC5https://store.start9.com/Umbrel home for a Bitcoin node and home serverhttps://a.umbrel.com/hodl/umbrel-homeAffordable Privacy Phones & deviceshttps://www.mark37.com/ref/BNC/5% off using code : BNCBuy a Bitforge or Bitaxe here!https://dtvelectronics.com/store/?aff=22Use code hodl for 10% offFree Open Source Bitcoin and Investment tracking toolshttps://plebtools.com/Become a Member of the Channel, Get exclusive content, and livestream playbackhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2aM2gVVEHTu0pfE1ZyA0BQ/joinFollow Rajat, Jor, and I's new show togetherhttps://www.youtube.com/@MapleBitcoinJoin our Communityhttps://www.skool.com/maplebitcoinListen to this as a podcasthttps://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bitcoinnotcryptoFollow me on Nostrnpub1zqm9zant0rxf49wfgw8pt5h0j50cetfes6hwa73u7sxstlzcsz8qh6x9fsFollow on Twitter/Xhttps://x.com/forrestHODLDonate to the show herehttps://coinos.io/BNCVFVSome of the above links may be Affiliate links that support this show at no extra cost to you. None of the links are Sponsored links. This allows me to only promote products and services I personally use and believe in.

Making the Argument with Nick Freitas
CIA RAIDS Tulsi Gabbard's Office

Making the Argument with Nick Freitas

Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2026 52:17


A CIA Whistleblower testified under oath that the agency walked into Tulsi Gabbard's office and took 40 boxes of JFK and MKUltra files she was preparing to release under a direct presidential order, and then spied on her office while they worked. Has the CIA gone rogue?SPONSOR: BRUNT WorkwearBRUNT Workwear makes jobsite-grade boots that feel great from day one, no painful break-in period. With BRUNT's 100% risk-free trial, you can wear them on real workdays and send them back for a full refund if they're not right. Founded by Eric Girouard for tradesmen, every product is named after a real hard-working guy he grew up with.Get $10 off plus a risk-free trial with code NICK at https://www.BRUNTworkwear.com/Nick-----SPONSOR: Good RanchersGood Ranchers delivers 100% American meat straight to your door: pasture-raised, no antibiotics, no added hormones. They partner with local farmers and ranchers to keep food production in this country. Over 85% of grass-fed beef sold in the U.S. is actually imported, and most shoppers have no idea.Get $100 off your first three orders plus free protein for life at https://www.GoodRanchers.com/discount/NICK-----GET YOUR MERCH HERE: https://shop.nickjfreitas.com/BECOME A MEMBER OF THE IC: https://NickJFreitas.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickjfreitas/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NickFreitasVATwitter: https://twitter.com/NickJFreitasYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NickjfreitasTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nickjfreitas3.000:00:00 – CIA Whistleblower exposes CIA JFK file theft00:01:23 – Trump executive order declassifying JFK and MKUltra files00:03:27 – Anna Paulina Luna confirms CIA took forty boxes00:05:05 – Tulsi Gabbard and the CIA hierarchy of oversight00:06:39 – FBI files on Martin Luther King Jr connections00:11:05 – James Erdman exposes CIA cover up on Covid00:12:42 – Anthony Fauci and weaponized gain of function research00:15:45 – CIA monitoring Tulsi Gabbard computers and phone calls00:16:52 – Verifying the credibility of independent intelligence sources00:21:02 – Senator Mike Lee criticizes CIA damaged reputation00:22:52 – CIA response to domestic spying and Edward Snowden00:24:13 – Subpoena threat over stolen Tulsi Gabbard documents00:26:08 – Unelected bureaucrats versus elected government power struggle00:29:15 – How rogue agencies leverage information against Congress00:32:00 – Tulsi Gabbard accountability role as DNI leader00:36:09 – Why criminal punishment is necessary for CIA reform

Top Traders Unplugged
OI22: Inside the Next Generation Market Wizards ft. Jack Schwager & George Coyle

Top Traders Unplugged

Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2026 45:12 Transcription Available


What does it take to become a true Market Wizard, and why do so many of them fail before they find their edge? In this special episode, Moritz Seibert sits down with Jack Schwager and George Coyle to discuss The Next Generation of Market Wizards, the sixth book in the series that began in 1989. Together, they explore how extraordinary traders are found, how their records are verified in an age of AI, and why many of the most remarkable returns still come from discretionary traders. From blown-up accounts and shorting small caps to the psychological cost of sitting in front of screens for 14 hours a day, this is a rare look at the craft, pressure, and persistence behind exceptional trading.-----50 YEARS OF TREND FOLLOWING BOOK AND BEHIND-THE-SCENES VIDEO FOR ACCREDITED INVESTORS - CLICK HERE-----Follow Niels on Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube or via the TTU website.IT's TRUE ? – most CIO's read 50+ books each year – get your FREE copy of the Ultimate Guide to the Best Investment Books ever written here.And you can get a free copy of my latest book “Ten Reasons to Add Trend Following to Your Portfolio” here.Learn more about the Trend Barometer here.Send your questions to info@toptradersunplugged.comAnd please share this episode with a like-minded friend and leave an honest Rating & Review on iTunes or Spotify so more people can discover the podcast.Follow Moritz on Twitter.Episode TimeStamps:00:00 – Why single trading systems rarely produce “wizard-level” returns01:17 – Introduction to the new Market Wizards book02:37 – George Coyle's background and path to co-authoring05:00 – What makes this new book different (focus on solo traders)06:00 – How top traders are discovered10:46 – Verifying extreme performance claims in the AI era13:26 – The most surprising trait: repeated early failure15:54 – New-generation strategies that break “classic” rules19:02 – Timeless trading principles that still hold21:16 – Why most market wizards are discretionary, not systematic24:41 – Why individual quant systems rarely achieve extreme returns26:53 – Listener question: systematic vs discretionary trading30:17 – Personality traits of elite traders32:21 – The hidden “cost” of being a top trader35:50 – Can anyone become a market wizard?38:47 – What's changed in trading edges over time41:53 – Preview of the next book (hedge fund traders)Copyright © 2025 – CMC AG – All Rights Reserved----PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 3 ways I can help you in your investment Journey:1. eBooks that cover key topics that you need to know about In my eBooks, I put together some key discoveries and things I have learnt during the more than 3 decades I have worked in the Trend Following industry, which I hope you will find useful. Click Here2. Daily Trend Barometer and Market Score One of the things I'm really proud of, is the fact that I have managed to published the Trend Barometer and Market Score each day for more than a decade...as these tools are really good at describing the environment for trend following managers as well as giving insights into the general positioning of a trend following strategy! Click Here3. Other Resources that can help youAnd if you are hungry for more useful resources from the trend following world...check out some precious resources that I have found over the years to be really valuable. Click HerePrivacy PolicyDisclaimer

Cyber Security Today
Cybersecurity Today Weekend: Deepfakes, the Death of Truth, and Verifying AI in the Enterprise

Cyber Security Today

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2026 70:12


FYI - For Your Innovation
Verifying Humanity In An AI World | The Brainstorm EP 128

FYI - For Your Innovation

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2026 45:24


In this episode of The Brainstorm, Brett, Nick and Sam explore the emerging landscape of digital identity verification, focusing on World ID and its implications for online security, business models, and advertising. They discuss the technical challenges, regulatory hurdles, and future potential of proof of humanhood in a bot-dominated world.Key Points From This Episode:Authenticity verification is inevitable but deeply complex. As AI-generated content and deepfakes proliferate, proving human authenticity will become essential, requiring nuanced proof systems that balance privacy, convenience, and security.Authenticity verification is inevitable but deeply complex. As AI-generated content and deepfakes proliferate, proving human authenticity will become essential, requiring nuanced proof systems that balance privacy, convenience, and security.Proof of human or human-like presence will shape the future of digital interactions. Authenticating not just a person but their intent through bound bot actions will create a hierarchy of authenticity across social, financial, and security domains.If you know ARK, you know we focus on long-term innovation. But that doesn't mean we ignore breaking news. Every day, we debate the latest developments in tech and markets. Now, we're bringing those conversations to you in “The Brainstorm,” a co-production from ARK, WOLF, and Public. Tune in weekly for our quick takes on what's shaping innovation right now.Learn more about WOLF: https://wolf.financialLearn more about Public: https://public.com/Disclosure: http://arkinv.st/39rzF94

Know Your Risk and Insurance Coverage with RiskProNet
How Moody Insurance Cut Proposal Time by 90% Using AI

Know Your Risk and Insurance Coverage with RiskProNet

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2026 20:14


Insurance agencies are sitting on a productivity problem most haven't fully named — account managers spending four to five hours on renewal proposals, document reviews, and contract cross-checks that AI can now handle in a fraction of the time. The agencies moving on this are already inside the tools and reclaiming hours every week.In this episode, host Chip Arenchild sits down with Matt Sasso, Executive Director of RiskProNet, and Troy Moody, COO of Moody Insurance in Denver. Troy's agency has been live on OutMarket, an AI platform built for independent agencies, since September 2025. He brings an operational, on-the-ground perspective on what's working, where adoption has been harder than expected, and what's coming next.The clearest example: proposals. Before OutMarket, a complex renewal presentation took four to five hours. Now it takes 30 minutes and comes out more detailed and more polished. Drop in carrier quotes, run pre-built prompts, and 85 to 90 percent of the proposal is done before the first verification pass. The conversation also covers document interrogation tools, ten workflow templates, and emerging features that pull property photos, summarize loss histories, and auto-package underwriter submissions.Troy addresses staff adoption honestly, including who's embraced it and who hasn't touched it, and closes with a look at where agency AI is heading: personal lines tools that detect a renewal variance, run a comparative rater query, and have a client-ready email waiting for the agent the next morning.For RiskProNet members, OutMarket has joined as a corporate sponsor and is offering a free demo plus a discounted plan to the network. This episode gives you the clearest real-world picture available from inside a peer firm.Timecodes:00:02 – 00:42 | Show Intro and Welcome00:43 – 01:26 | Meet the Guests: Matt Sasso and Troy Moody01:26 – 03:03 | Troy's AI Journey: From Skeptical to Six Vendors Evaluated03:04 – 04:23 | The Problem That Started It All: Cutting Proposals from 5 Hours to 30 Minutes04:23 – 05:28 | Document Conversation: Interrogating Policies, Loss Runs, and Contracts05:29 – 06:57 | Staff Adoption: Fear, Age Gaps, and the Cost of Waiting06:57 – 08:23 | Learning to Trust AI: Measuring Results and Verifying the Work08:23 – 09:57 | Rollout Strategy, Usage Tracking, and the Art of Prompting09:57 – 11:35 | OutMarket's Workflow Library: Coverage Gap Analysis, Contract Review, and More11:35 – 12:41 | New Business Submissions and How the Marketing Department Took Off12:42 – 14:13 | OutMarket as a Partner: Responsiveness and Collaborative Development14:14 – 15:27 | Why OutMarket Won the Demo and How RiskProNet Members Are Using It15:28 – 17:29 | The Peer Demo That Started It All: How OutMarket Spread Through the Network17:30 – 18:45 | What's Next: AI-Powered Renewals and Getting Agents Back in Front of Clients18:46 – 19:55 | Member Benefit, OutMarket Partnership Announcement, and OutroResources:Become a member at RiskProNet.comConnect with Chip Arenchild on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chiparenchild/Connect with Matt Sasso on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-sasso-8161b752/Connect with Troy Moody on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/troy-m-711258a/Learn more about OutMarket: https://outmarket.ai/Connect with RiskProNet on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/riskpronet-international

Hearing Matters Podcast
A Real Ear Measurement Workflow For Better Hearing Aid Outcomes

Hearing Matters Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2026 8:29 Transcription Available


Send us Fan MailGuessing is easy. Verifying is better, and in hearing aid fittings it can be the difference between “good enough” and genuinely clear speech. We sit down with Madison Levine, BC-HIS and Dr. Dave Fabry to unpack what real ear measurement actually looks like in a busy clinic, starting with a simple question: when should you run REM, at the first fitting or later? We share a first-fit workflow that's built for speed: prep the room, connect devices ahead of time, set expectations the moment the patient sits down, and run verification before anything else steals the clock. Then we zoom out to the bigger “why” behind probe microphone measures, including how REM helps confirm audibility at the eardrum regardless of prescriptive targets, proprietary algorithms, or fitting software defaults. Dr. Fabry also lays out a practical verification protocol: multiple input levels, automated REM to match targets efficiently, and the often-missed safety-and-performance checks like MPO sweeps and LDL/UCL so comfort is protected without throwing away dynamic range. We end with the uncomfortable question: if the evidence is strong, why isn't real ear measurement universal, and what can clinicians do to remove the time, cost, and confusion barriers? If you care about hearing aid verification, audiology best practices, and better patient outcomes, hit play, then subscribe, share with a colleague, and leave a review. What's the biggest obstacle keeping REM consistent in your workflow?Connect with the Hearing Matters Podcast TeamEmail: hearingmatterspodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @hearing_matters_podcast Facebook: Hearing Matters Podcast

The Pool Guy Podcast Show
Pool Questions Answered: Tricks, Tips & Truths

The Pool Guy Podcast Show

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2026 19:58 Transcription Available


Stuck with a pool that reads sky-high stabilizer and can't be drained? We break down a step-by-step plan to bring control back fast: how to verify overrange CYA with simple dilution tests, when to abandon trichlor, and the exact chlorine targets that keep algae at bay while CYA slowly falls. You'll hear the practical math behind Bob Lowry's 7.5 percent rule and a weekly dosing rhythm that works for a typical 15,000-gallon pool without expensive gimmicks.We also tackle metal management with a clear take on copper testing. Need a quick yes/no? Strips are fine. Need precision to avoid stains or diagnose issues? Photometers like PoolLab 2.0 and LaMotte ColorQ 2X Pro 9 are worth the investment. We call out a common pitfall with chelated minerals in PoolRx that make readings swing and explain what to watch instead so you don't chase phantom numbers.On the gear side, we solve the frustrations that waste your time. If a Polaris 280 tail is soaking your deck, the TailSweep Pro is the simple diffusion fix that ends the spray. Cracked unions on salt cells or filters? Split quick couplers snap over existing plumbing so you avoid cutting and long repairs. Wrestling with a Hayward Navigator that keeps eating parts? We lay out how to seat the A-frame correctly, tighten pods, and when to finally retire a parts hog that's beyond saving. And for those dreaded seized wall fittings with broken tabs, we share a counterintuitive trick: insert the quick disconnect to fill the hollow, then twist with channel locks—clean removal without cracking the body, followed by fresh Teflon for a future-proof reinstall.• Verifying high cyanuric acid with dilution tests• Stopping trichlor and shifting to cal hypo plus liquid chlorine• Holding 15 ppm free chlorine with high CYA using Lowry's ratio• Slow dilution via equipment spigot and autofill• Copper testing: when strips suffice and when to use photometers• PoolRx chelated copper and fluctuating readings• Polaris tail spray fix with TailSweep Pro• Split quick couplers to avoid cutting and replumbing• When to retSend us Fan MailSupport the Pool Guy Podcast Show Sponsors! HASA https://bit.ly/HASAThe Bottom Feeder. Save $100 with Code: DVB100https://store.thebottomfeeder.com/Try Skimmer FREE for 30 days:https://getskimmer.com/poolguy Get UPA Liability Insurance $64 a month! https://forms.gle/F9YoTWNQ8WnvT4QBAPool Guy Coaching: https://bit.ly/40wFE6y

Saving With Steve
278: Dating Scams Decoded: Spotting Fraud, Protecting Yourself, and Verifying Real Matches with Reinhard Hochrieser

Saving With Steve

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2026 58:19


In this episode of Saving With Steve, host Steve Sexton is joined by Reinhard Hochrieser, SVP of Product and Technology at Jumio, to break down one of the fastest-growing threats in today's digital world: dating scams. In this conversation, they discuss how these scams work, the red flags to watch out for, and practical steps to verify real matches and protect yourself.     Learn more about the show at www.SavingWithSteve.us

Private Lenders' Podcast
How to fully originate and underwrite your loans like a detective - #331

Private Lenders' Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 25:25


Wanna work with us? Schedule a call here: https://go.oncehub.com/bookacall If you're in the private lending business and you're not doing detective work… you're doing it wrong. In this episode of the Private Lenders Podcast, hosts Jason and Chris from Hard Money Bankers break down what it really takes to fully originate and underwrite private money loans the right way. Spoiler alert: It's part sales, part underwriting… and part online detective.

Hacker News Recap
February 23rd, 2026 | The Age Verification Trap: Verifying age undermines everyone's data protection

Hacker News Recap

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2026 15:01


This is a recap of the top 10 posts on Hacker News on February 23, 2026. This podcast was generated by wondercraft.ai (00:30): The Age Verification Trap: Verifying age undermines everyone's data protectionOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=47122715&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(01:55): Ladybird adopts Rust, with help from AIOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=47120899&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(03:21): Americans are destroying Flock surveillance camerasOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=47127081&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(04:47): Elsevier shuts down its finance journal citation cartelOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=47119530&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(06:12): Pope tells priests to use their brains, not AI, to write homiliesOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=47119210&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(07:38): Binance fired employees who found $1.7B in crypto was sent to IranOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=47127396&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(09:04): Hetzner (European hosting provider) to increase prices by up to 38%Original post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=47121029&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(10:29): Magical Mushroom – Europe's first industrial-scale mycelium packaging producerOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=47119274&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(11:55): FreeBSD doesn't have Wi-Fi driver for my old MacBook, so AI built one for meOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=47129361&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(13:21): ASML unveils EUV light source advance that could yield 50% more chips by 2030Original post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=47125349&utm_source=wondercraft_aiThis is a third-party project, independent from HN and YC. Text and audio generated using AI, by wondercraft.ai. Create your own studio quality podcast with text as the only input in seconds at app.wondercraft.ai. Issues or feedback? We'd love to hear from you: team@wondercraft.ai

New England Broadcasting
2/19/26 Sick of Verifying

New England Broadcasting

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 29:29


Ron is sick of verifying himself to get into his own stuff. He also doesn't want strangers staying in his house like it's a hotel.... Guest: Matt McNama with Airbnb

The Best Practices Show
1006: Metric Mondays: Leading with Data, Not Feelings

The Best Practices Show

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2026 19:20


Many dental leaders make decisions based on how the day feels instead of what the data shows. In this episode, Kirk Behrendt is joined by Miranda Beeson, ACT Dental coach and leadership advisor, to explain why leading from emotion creates reactive leadership and how metrics create clarity, consistency, and confidence for teams. You will learn how data removes emotion from decision-making, how to pause emotional reactions, and how to use key performance indicators to guide smarter conversations and actions. Listen to Episode 1006 of The Best Practices Show!Main TakeawaysLeading from feelings creates reactive decision-making and inconsistency for the team.Metrics reveal patterns over time and provide an objective truth that removes emotion from leadership conversations.Data-driven leadership allows teams to align around priorities and solve problems instead of chasing anxiety.Reviewing metrics consistently helps leaders respond thoughtfully rather than react emotionally.Sharing data weekly builds accountability and ownership across the entire team.Measuring and reporting on a focus area regularly accelerates improvement.Verifying emotional reactions with data builds trust and credibility as a leader.Snippets01:43 Why today's Metric Monday focuses on feelings versus data.02:18 How leading with data creates smarter leadership decisions.03:20 How personal bias disappears when data is introduced.04:38 What reactive leadership looks like in a dental practice.06:05 Why leading with feelings creates inconsistency for teams.07:42 How teams unify when data is shared consistently.08:45 Using weekly reporting to drive improvement.10:18 Pausing emotional reactions and verifying them with data.13:25 Asking which KPI confirms or challenges a feeling.14:50 Using capacity data to validate schedule concerns.15:45 Why coaches help remove emotional stories from leadership decisions.Guest Bio/Guest ResourcesMiranda Beeson has over 25 years of clinical dental hygiene, front office, practice administration, and speaking experience. She is enthusiastic about communication and loves helping others find the power that words can bring to their patient interactions and practice dynamics. As a Lead Practice Coach, she is driven to create opportunities to find value in experiences and cultivate new approaches.Miranda graduated from Old Dominion University and enjoys spending time with her husband, Chuck, and her children, Trent, Mallory, and...

Weekend Breakfast with Africa Melane
Verifying Truth in a World of Deepfakes

Weekend Breakfast with Africa Melane

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2026 18:04 Transcription Available


CapeTalk’s Sara-Jayne Makwala King is joined on Weekend Breakfast by Khumo Makiti, Founder and CEO of VERAFIED. Weekend Breakfast with Sara-Jayne Makwala King is the weekend breakfast show on CapeTalk. This 3-hour morning programme is the perfect (and perky!) way to kickstart your weekend. Author and journalist Sara-Jayne Makwala-King spends 3 hours interviewing a variety of guests about all things cultural and entertaining. The team keeps an eye on weekend news stories, but the focus remains on relaxation and restoration. Favourites include the weekly wellness check-in on Saturdays at 7:35am and heartfelt chats during the Sunday 9am profile interview. Listen live on Primedia+ Saturdays and Sundays between 07:00 and 10:00am (SA Time) to Weekend Breakfast with Sara-Jayne Makwala-King broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/AgPbZi9 or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/j1EhEkZ Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Market Pulse
What's Next for Mortgage Lending, with Freddie Mac

Market Pulse

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2026 33:25


Jennifer Henry of Equifax sits down with Christina Randolph of Freddie Mac to discuss how lenders can drive efficiency, improve data quality, and build resilience through digitization and automation. From reducing origination costs to leveraging tools like Loan Product Advisor, AIM, and verified income data, the conversation offers practical insights to help lenders prepare for the next market cycle while delivering a better borrower experience.In this episode:How are lenders improving efficiency in today's housing finance market?Lenders are improving efficiency by digitizing and automating key steps in the mortgage process, including underwriting, income and employment verification, and data validation. Tools that reduce manual documentation help lower origination costs, shorten cycle times, and improve consistency across fluctuating market conditions.What does resilience mean in the mortgage and housing finance ecosystem?Resilience means a lender's ability to perform consistently across economic cycles by managing risk, maintaining data quality, and using technology that scales with volume changes. A resilient mortgage operation is prepared for both market slowdowns and rapid growth without sacrificing loan quality or borrower experience.Why is loan data quality critical for mortgage lenders and investors?Loan data quality is critical because inaccurate or incomplete data increases defects, repurchase risk, and operational costs. Verifying income, employment, and assets earlier in the loan lifecycle helps lenders deliver cleaner loans, meet investor requirements, and reduce downstream risk.How can digital income and employment verification reduce mortgage costs?Digital income and employment verification reduce costs by eliminating manual document collection and repeated reviews. Lenders using automated, source-verified data can save hundreds to thousands of dollars per loan, reduce cycle times by several days, and significantly lower the likelihood of income-related defects.

Masjid Uthman Atlanta
Verifying Information

Masjid Uthman Atlanta

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2026 24:48


Khutba by Sheikh Nafis

The John Batchelor Show
S8 Ep279: CONFIRMING THE MADRID MEETING AND EXAMINING GEORGE H.W. BUSH'S ALLEGED ROLE Colleague Craig Unger. This section focuses on verifying the specific meetings where the alleged treason occurred. Unger asserts certainty that Bill Casey met with Iran

The John Batchelor Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2026 5:45


CONFIRMING THE MADRID MEETING AND EXAMINING GEORGE H.W. BUSH'S ALLEGED ROLEColleague Craig Unger. This section focuses on verifying the specific meetings where the alleged treason occurred. Unger asserts certainty that Bill Casey met with Iranian cleric Mehdi Karrubi in Madrid in July 1980 to outline the deal: arms for Iran in exchange for delaying the hostage release until after the election. Unger notes that Israeli military intelligence (AMAN) confirmed the channel of arms sales. The segment also addresses the controversial allegation that George H.W. Bush flew to Paris in October 1980 to seal the deal. While alibis involving Secret Service details and a visit to Justice Potter Stewart were punctured by Bob Parry's reporting, Unger remains "agnostic" but leans toward the meeting having happened. The Iranians reportedly required a high-level figure like Bush to guarantee the agreement before they would release the "frozen assets" of undelivered weaponry needed for their war with Iraq. NUMBER 6

Guru Viking Podcast
Ep337: Guru Ghostwriting & Tantric Retreat - Dr Ben Joffe

Guru Viking Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2025 155:06


In this interview I am once again joined by Dr Ben Joffe, anthropologist, occultist, and scholar practitioner of Tibetan Buddhism. Ben reveals the industry convention of guru ghostwriting in which spiritual teachers employ one or a team of writers to produce their dharma books, explains his collaborative process with Nida Chenagtsang on their latest Vajrayana book, and sheds light on his own editorial process. Ben discusses whether a scholar should have practice experience before translating religious texts, considers whether historical inaccuracies debunk the spiritual value of Buddhist scriptures, and raises questions about the origin of terma treasure texts. Ben also compares the Yuthok Nyinthig retreat format to the Abramelin Ritual of Western Occultism, details the signs of success in tantric practice, and shares Yuthok's promise to appear in bodily form to practitioners with sufficient devotion and attainment. … Video version: https://www.guruviking.com/podcast/ep337-guru-ghostwriting-tantric-retreat-dr-ben-joffe Also available on Youtube, iTunes, & Spotify – search ‘Guru Viking Podcast'. … Topics include: 00:00 - Intro 01:12 - Ghostwriting for gurus 08:03 - Lamas often don't write their books 10:24 - Ben's editorial process 18:32 - Is guru ghostwriting a dirty secret? 19:17 - Vajrayana jargon vs a felt sense 29:56 - What is a scholar practitioner? 37:39 - Ben's retreat experiences 41:13 - Did Yuthok the Elder really exist? 50:06 - Anachronisms and retroactive attribution in Tibetan historiography 51:57 - Origins of the Tibetan medical tantras (rgyud bzhi) 58:08 - Terma treasure texts: mystical revelation or an editorial process? 01:02:08 - Why have Western scholars been hesitant to question terma texts? 01:05:04 - Does critical scholarship debunk Buddhism? 01:10:55 - Medicine Buddha ex machina 01:12:45 - Referring out 01:13:24 - Encountering Yuthok vs the Holy Guardian Angel in the Abramelin Ritual 01:20:10 - Special 7-day Yuthok ngondro 01:24:10 - Is Yuthok Nyingthig the best tantric system? 01:28:27 - The power of aspiration prayers 01:30:53 - How long does it take to become fully enlightened? 01:33:51 - Practice according to number, time, or signs 01:34:54 - Mythic resonance of lineage 01:36:33 - Signs of spiritual progress 01:41:35 - Ben comments on the Abramelin Ritual 01:43:59 - Sumton's Yeshe Zung's devotional prayer 01:46:50 - Yuthok as a Mighty Dead 01:48:47 - Do Yuthok's promises cause ego inflation and delusion? 01:52:09 - Verifying dreams and spiritual signs 01:58:26 - How to connect with spiritual blessings 02:05:09 - What are blessings? 02:06:32 - Spiritual signs in the Jesuit tradition 02:08:49 - Ngondro as a hazing 02:10:55 - Do people expect to encounter Yuthok at Dr Nida's retreats? 02:15:38 - Dr Nida's approach vs traditional contexts 02:21:00 - Typical student profile and outcomes 02:29:28 - Permissive approach to tantric vows 02:32:37 - Pros and cons of laissez-faire tantric practice 02:33:28 - Charismatic founder stage 
… Previous episodes with Dr Ben Joffe: - https://www.guruviking.com/search?q=joffe Previous episodes with Dr Nida Chenagtsang: - https://www.guruviking.com/search?q=nida 
… To find out more about Dr Ben Joffe, visit: - https://perfumedskull.com/ - http://www.skypressbooks.com/ … For more interviews, videos, and more visit: - https://www.guruviking.com Music ‘Deva Dasi' by Steve James

'Proclaim Liberty' with Clint Armitage (Christian Liberty, Motivation & Leadership)
More Scientific Proof - The Red Sea & Pharaoh's Army

'Proclaim Liberty' with Clint Armitage (Christian Liberty, Motivation & Leadership)

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 25:40


Listed below are mutliple article and video links from different sources. Note: The full article from 'Medium' is also listed at the end of this episode description due to the "subscription only" status (email/free) to read the full article. The Daily Mail and Scientific American articles below connect the parting of the Red Sea and brine pools. However, the articles do not make it really clear why there is a nexus between the two. Brine pools are extremely rare and are formed in specific ways. One of the ways brine pools are formed is by evaporation. They typically form in areas where seawater has evaporated, leaving behind concentrated salt deposits. Think of how a tsunami causes rapid water displacement (receding water) away from the sea floor as it forms. Also, the height of a tsunami water wall can reach up to 100 feet. This is very peculiar as that is how the Bible describes the way God parted the Red Sea in Exodus 14:21-22 "Then Moses stretched out his hand over the sea, and all that night the Lord drove the sea back with a strong east wind and turned it into dry land. The waters were divided, and the Israelites went through the sea on dry ground, with a wall of water on their right and on their left." Here is a video link to TED-Ed where it clearly shows how a tsunami caused problems for another army (Persian Army in 479 BC) trying to cross receding waters on "dry land". The Persian Army met the same demise as Pharaoh's army. https://youtu.be/Wx9vPv-T51I Daily Mail link: This article was listed because it references a new discovery of "brine pools" in the Gulf of Aqaba/Red Sea. https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-14417975/Scientists-make-shocking-discovery-Bible-Moses-parted-Red-Sea.html Scientific American link: Another article discussing extremely rare brine pools at the Red Sea. https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/rare-red-sea-brine-pool-holds-secrets-of-past-natural-disasters/ Medium article link: A non-Christian source confirming the 2024 discovery of Pharaoh's army in the Gulf of Aqaba/Red Sea. https://medium.com/lessons-from-history/scientists-finally-found-evidence-for-mosess-red-sea-crossing-6ea440178d42 Eastwind Journals link: This Christian source was listed because of it referencing the same discoveries back in 2021. https://eastwindjournals.com/2021/07/29/archaeological-proof-of-red-sea-crossing/ American Revival Press link: This Christian article was listed because of it referencing these discoveries and Ron Wyatt in 2023 (with photos). https://www.americanrevivalpress.org/post/the-actual-red-sea-crossing-site-found ----- Full 'Medium' article: Scientists Finally Found Evidence For Moses's Red Sea Crossing Ancient chariot wheels were discovered underneath the crossing. The Mystery Seeker 7 min read Aug 14, 2024 The Red Sea crossing, one of the Bible's most dramatic events, has long been a subject of reverence and skepticism. For centuries, this miraculous tale of divine intervention and deliverance has captivated believers, while raising questions among historians and scientists. The path of the Red Sea crossing, about 12 miles (19.3 km). | Recently, however, new discoveries have emerged that may provide the first solid evidence supporting this ancient story. As scientists uncover intriguing clues beneath the waters of the Gulf of Aqaba, the line between myth and history begins to blur. The Biblical Account The biblical account of the Red Sea crossing is a cornerstone of the Exodus story, found in the Book of Exodus in the Old Testament. This narrative details the escape of the Israelites from Egyptian slavery under the leadership of Moses. After enduring harsh treatment and plagues sent by God, Pharaoh finally allows the Israelites to leave Egypt. However, he soon changes his mind and sends his army to pursue them. The Israelites, trapped between the advancing Egyptian forces and the Red Sea, face what seems to be an impossible situation. In this moment of desperation, Moses stretches out his hand over the sea, and God parts the waters, creating a dry path for the Israelites to cross. The entire nation of Israel, according to the Bible, safely traverses the sea, with walls of water standing on either side. As Pharaoh's army follows, the waters return, drowning the Egyptian soldiers and securing the Israelites' freedom. This event is celebrated in Jewish tradition as a defining moment of divine intervention and liberation. The significance of the Red Sea crossing extends beyond its dramatic narrative. For the Israelites, it marks the moment when they fully transitioned from slavery to freedom, becoming a nation under God's protection. This event is also seen as a demonstration of God's power and faithfulness, reinforcing the covenant between God and the people of Israel. Throughout history, this story has been a symbol of hope and deliverance, inspiring countless generations. However, the miraculous nature of the Red Sea crossing has also made it a subject of skepticism and debate. Over centuries, theologians, historians, and scientists have questioned the plausibility of such an event. Was it a literal miracle, or could it be explained by natural phenomena? Despite these questions, the story has endured, deeply embedded in religious tradition and continuing to captivate both believers and sceptics. The Skeptical View The story of the Red Sea crossing has fascinated believers for millennia, but it has also been met with skepticism from the scientific community. Scientists and historians have long questioned the feasibility of such a miraculous event. The primary reason for doubt lies in the extraordinary nature of the account — a vast body of water parting to allow an entire nation to cross on dry ground, only to collapse and destroy an army moments later. For many, this defies the known laws of nature and physics, making it difficult to accept without empirical evidence. Verifying the Red Sea crossing through scientific methods presents significant challenges. The event is said to have occurred over 3,000 years ago, making it difficult to find direct evidence. The natural environment has undergone significant changes over millennia, and any physical remnants of the event — such as chariot wheels or human remains — would likely be buried deep beneath sediment or dispersed by natural forces. Additionally, the exact location of the crossing has been debated, with some proposing it occurred at the Gulf of Suez, while others suggest the Gulf of Aqaba. The Crossing of the Red Sea, by Nicolas Poussin (1633–34). Previous attempts to locate the crossing site have been met with limited success. Early expeditions focused on the Gulf of Suez, where shallow waters could make the event seem more plausible. However, these investigations did not yield conclusive evidence. In recent years, attention has shifted to the Gulf of Aqaba, where deeper waters and more dramatic underwater landscapes might align better with the biblical description. Yet, even here, the search is complicated by the sheer size of the area, the depth of the waters, and the technical challenges of underwater archaeology. Geographical and environmental considerations add to the difficulty. The Red Sea region is tectonically active, and natural events such as earthquakes and volcanic activity could have altered the landscape significantly since the time of the Exodus. This makes it hard to determine whether any geological features that exist today were present during the purported crossing. Moreover, the possibility that the crossing might have been a localized event, exaggerated over time, further complicates efforts to pinpoint its location. New Scientific Evidence Recent discoveries in the Gulf of Aqaba have reignited the debate over the historical accuracy of the Red Sea crossing. For years, researchers have speculated that this body of water, rather than the traditionally considered Gulf of Suez, could be the actual site of the biblical event. The Gulf of Aqaba, with its deep waters and complex underwater terrain, presents a more plausible setting for the dramatic crossing described in the Bible. These findings have provided fresh momentum to the search for evidence of this ancient miracle. One of the most compelling pieces of evidence found in the Gulf of Aqaba is the discovery of coral-encrusted objects resembling ancient chariot wheels. These objects, scattered along the seabed, appear to be consistent with the time period of the Exodus. Additionally, researchers have identified what they believe to be remnants of human and animal bones, further suggesting a catastrophic event in the area. The presence of these artefacts, coupled with the depth and width of the Gulf, has led some scientists to propose that this is the location where the Israelites crossed. Geological studies have also revealed intriguing features of the underwater topography in the Gulf of Aqaba. A natural land bridge, with a relatively shallow depth compared to the surrounding waters, extends across the Gulf. This formation could have provided a plausible route for the Israelites to cross during a temporary parting of the waters, possibly caused by a natural phenomenon like a strong wind or an earthquake. The steep underwater slopes on either side of this ridge match the description of "walls of water" in the biblical account. Scientists have interpreted these findings with cautious optimism. While the evidence is compelling, it is not yet definitive. The coral-encrusted chariot wheels, for example, could be remnants of shipwrecks or other historical events unrelated to the Exodus. However, the concentration of these artefacts in a specific area, along with the geological features, suggests that there is more to this site than initially believed. If further research confirms these initial findings, it could significantly impact our understanding of the Red Sea crossing. Interpreting the Evidence The discoveries in the Gulf of Aqaba have sparked intense debate among both believers and sceptics, highlighting the complex relationship between faith and science. For those who accept the biblical account as historical fact, these findings offer a sense of validation. The possibility that remnants of chariots and bones may lie beneath the waters of the Red Sea strengthens their belief in the miraculous event described in the Bible. However, for sceptics, these discoveries raise more questions than answers, leaving much room for doubt. While the evidence found is intriguing, it is not conclusive. The coral-encrusted objects and geological formations suggest a connection to the biblical narrative, but they do not irrefutably prove that the Red Sea crossing occurred as described. For sceptics, the possibility remains that these artefacts could be remnants of unrelated events or natural formations. This uncertainty keeps the debate alive, with both sides interpreting the evidence through their lenses of belief and skepticism. These findings have the potential to reshape our understanding of the Red Sea crossing, but they also highlight the limitations of using scientific methods to prove or disprove ancient events. The intersection of science and religion in this context is particularly complex. While science seeks empirical evidence and logical explanations, faith often operates in the realm of the unseen and the miraculous. This creates tension in historical analysis, as the same evidence can be interpreted in vastly different ways depending on one's perspective. The broader impact of these discoveries extends beyond the specific case of the Red Sea crossing. They underscore the challenges faced by historians and archaeologists when dealing with ancient texts and traditions. As science continues to probe the mysteries of the past, it must balance the need for evidence with the understanding that some aspects of history may remain beyond our reach. This ongoing dialogue between faith and science is crucial, as it deepens our appreciation of both the historical and spiritual dimensions of ancient events. Conclusion The recent discoveries in the Gulf of Aqaba have brought new insights and sparked renewed debate over the historicity of the Red Sea crossing. While these findings provide intriguing clues that align with the biblical narrative, they also highlight the ongoing tension between faith and scientific inquiry. As research continues, the line between myth and history may become clearer, yet some questions may always remain unanswered.

Let's Talk Cabling!
AHL: When Your Boss Wants Shortcuts, Choose Integrity And Documentation

Let's Talk Cabling!

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 32:53 Transcription Available


Send us a textWe return with industry updates and a stack of field questions, then dig into failed tests, fiber versus copper, PoE planning, hospital retrofit estimating, and the QA habits that prevent rework. The throughline is simple: document, communicate, and draw a hard line at safety and code.• Saving original test files and reading diagnostics• Verifying calibration and retesting comparable links• Choosing copper or fiber based on EMI, distance, and PoE• Proposing compliant alternatives when pushed to cut corners• Breaking hospital retrofits into zones and shifts• Building bid assumptions and weekly communication plans• Pulling four‑pair and matching connectors for PoE reliability• Running dual cables for wireless capacity and resilience• Establishing a QA process with 10 percent checks and photos• Assigning work by crew with traceable sign‑offs• Scheduling postmortems to capture and share lessonsMake sure you pay attention to my feed on December 6th. I have a huge announcement coming out.Support the showKnowledge is power! Make sure to stop by the webpage to buy me a cup of coffee or support the show at https://linktr.ee/letstalkcabling . Also if you would like to be a guest on the show or have a topic for discussion send me an email at chuck@letstalkcabling.com Chuck Bowser RCDD TECH#CBRCDD #RCDD

Infinite Machine Learning
Building an AI Mathematician | Carina Hong, CEO of Axiom Math

Infinite Machine Learning

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2025 45:01


Carina Hong is CEO of Axiom Math, where they're building a self-improving superintelligent reasoner, starting with an AI mathematician. She's a Rhodes Scholar, first-gen college grad and mathematics prodigy who earned dual degrees in mathematics and physics from MIT in 3 years. And a joint JD/PhD at Stanford. They just raised a $64M seed round from B Capital, Greycroft, Madrona, and Menlo Ventures. Carina's favorite books: Proofs from THE BOOK (Author: Martin Aigner, Günter M. Ziegler)(00:02) Intro(00:38) What self-improving mathematical superintelligence means(04:04) Proofs as programs: Lean and the data gap(06:36) How AI proves: human-style vs. Lean-style reasoning(10:43) Carina's journey: from Olympiad problem-solver to theory-builder(14:47) The engine room: data, infra, and building a math knowledge graph(17:42) Verifying results: compile checks vs. LLM judges(18:56) Self-improvement loops: skills libraries, memory, and conjecture↔prover curricula(21:30) Synthetic data & auto-formalization strategy(24:00) Benchmarks that matter: miniF2F, CombiBench, miniCTX v2(26:24) Why combinatorics is uniquely hard for AI(31:13) Compute footprint & scaling philosophy(32:20) In-house Lean tooling and productization path(33:57) Early use cases: formal verification in hardware/software(36:19) Team blueprint: AI, programming languages, and math(37:35) Scaling laws, efficiency, and bottlenecks(38:26) If Axiom works: what becomes cheaper/faster for the world(40:22) Rapid Fire Round--------Where to find Carina Hong: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carina-hong/--------Where to find Prateek Joshi: Research column: https://www.infrastartups.comNewsletter: https://prateekjoshi.substack.com Website: https://prateekj.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/prateek-joshi-infiniteX: https://x.com/prateekvjoshi 

Million Dollar Flip Flops
151 | Creating the Life You Desire in 12 Minutes a Day | The Missing Secret with John Mitchell

Million Dollar Flip Flops

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2025 23:13


Episode Summary:What if 95% of your daily actions were happening without your conscious control? And what if you could take command of them—just 12 minutes a day?In this episode, Rodric sits down with John Mitchell, entrepreneur, speaker, and author of The Missing Secret. At 50 years old, John realized he was living an “average life” despite his potential. His deep dive into Think and Grow Rich led him to uncover the book's elusive full secret—one that helped him 25x his income and find the love of his life.John explains the science behind why most people never achieve their dreams, how to gain control over unconscious daily actions, and why this method works only for the top 2% committed to success. Along the way, Rodric and John explore personal stories, mindset shifts, and the power of structured visioning to transform every area of life.Whether you're running a $50M business or just starting out, this episode will challenge your assumptions and show you a repeatable, science-backed way to play the game of life at a higher level.Key Insights:The 95% Rule: 95% of your daily actions are unconscious, and they determine your success.The Missing Secret: What you envision in detail with emotion daily is what shows up in your life.The 12-Minute Technique: Feed your subconscious a precise articulation of your ideal life to make the right actions automatic.Five Life Areas: Self, health, romantic relationship, spirituality, and career.Why Most People Fail: For 98% of people, more success is just a preference—not a commitment.From Scarcity to Legacy: How John went from feeling average to teaching success science at the University of Texas.Quote Worth Sharing:"If your daily actions determine your success, and 95% of them are unconscious, then you don't control the very thing that's determining your success." – John MitchellTimestamps:0:00 – Meeting in Austin & show kickoff 1:10 – John's backstory and the two life goals 2:53 – Discovering the problem in Think and Grow Rich 5:22 – The personal struggle that became rocket fuel 8:11 – The lightning bolt realization about unconscious actions 13:16 – Why simple isn't easy and the GPS analogy 14:13 – How the 12-minute method works 16:25 – Where to find the Missing Secret 17:02 – Creating an epiphany for the audience 18:30 – Verifying the 95% statistic 21:04 – Why most people are winging life 23:03 – Darren Hardy and the 2% rule 26:17 – The question for the next guest 26:58 – Mindset as the #1 business success factor 27:39 – The story of baby Ginger and life's preciousnessGuest Links:Website & 9-Minute Video: themissingsecret.org

The Health Ranger Report
Brighteon Broadcast News, Aug 12, 2025 – Trump to FEDERALIZE D.C. and may deploy forces to BLUE CITIES

The Health Ranger Report

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2025 140:18


- Trump-Putin Meeting and Historical Context (0:10) - Trump's Negotiation Challenges (5:04) - Zelensky's Stance and European Leaders' Support for War (9:03) - False Flag Operations and Government Staged Massacres (11:09) - Trump's Economic Policies and Microchip Sales to China (17:54) - Trump's Takeover of DC and National Guard Deployment (29:37) - Luke Rudowsky Interview and Polish Politics (36:12) - Trump-Putin Meeting and Geopolitical Implications (49:18) - Gold Revaluation and Financial Strategies (54:35) - Operation Warp Speed and Population Reduction (1:11:31) - Verifying and Trusting Numbers (1:20:52) - Historical Context and Gold Valuation (1:26:14) - Physical Gold and Silver Ownership (1:27:51) - Practical Solutions for Gold and Silver Ownership (1:29:22) - Legal and Practical Storage Methods (1:39:59) - Commodities and Supply Chain Disruptions (1:57:50) - Preparing for Potential Crises (2:11:20) - Resources and Affiliates (2:14:32) For more updates, visit: http://www.brighteon.com/channel/hrreport NaturalNews videos would not be possible without you, as always we remain passionately dedicated to our mission of educating people all over the world on the subject of natural healing remedies and personal liberty (food freedom, medical freedom, the freedom of speech, etc.). Together, we're helping create a better world, with more honest food labeling, reduced chemical contamination, the avoidance of toxic heavy metals and vastly increased scientific transparency. ▶️ Every dollar you spend at the Health Ranger Store goes toward helping us achieve important science and content goals for humanity: https://www.healthrangerstore.com/ ▶️ Sign Up For Our Newsletter: https://www.naturalnews.com/Readerregistration.html ▶️ Brighteon: https://www.brighteon.com/channels/hrreport ▶️ Join Our Social Network: https://brighteon.social/@HealthRanger ▶️ Check In Stock Products at: https://PrepWithMike.com

Build a Better Agency Podcast
Episode 511 How AI is Transforming Brand Storytelling with Park Howell

Build a Better Agency Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2025 55:19


Welcome to another insightful episode of Build a Better Agency! This week, host Drew McLellan welcomes back storytelling and branding pro Park Howell for an episode packed with practical advice, fresh perspectives, and a live demo you won't want to miss. Park, a former agency owner turned global storytelling coach, joins Drew to discuss how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing the way agencies uncover, shape, and operationalize brand stories—making the process faster, smarter, and more tangible than ever before. Park introduces listeners to his latest innovation, the Story Cycle Genie, an AI-powered tool built to transform months of intensive brand development into a streamlined, accessible process. Together, Drew and Park walk through a real-world example, using AMI's own brand as a case study to demonstrate how the Genie analyzes existing content to reveal brand positioning, audience insights, emotional drivers, and actionable storytelling frameworks in minutes, not months. They discuss how the AI synthesizes agency websites, marketing materials, and other sources to uncover nuanced messaging and emotional resonance—while also surfacing areas for improvement that even seasoned agencies might overlook. Listeners will gain a front-row seat to the genie's output and hear candid reactions from Drew as he reflects on the accuracy and depth of the insights. The conversation also covers the evolving agency-client relationship when AI is part of the creative toolkit, tips for leveraging AI tools to enhance rather than replace human-led strategy, and why clients are hungry for agencies that use AI to deliver better, faster results—not just cheaper ones.   If you're curious about integrating AI into your branding processes, want to get a sense of how your agency shows up to the world, or simply want to understand the practical benefits AI can bring to storytelling and positioning, this episode is for you. By the end, you'll walk away with a new understanding of how technology can amplify your agency's value and effectiveness—without sacrificing the human touch that sets your work apart.  A big thank you to our podcast's presenting sponsor, White Label IQ. They're an amazing resource for agencies who want to outsource their design, dev, or PPC work at wholesale prices. Check out their special offer (10 free hours!) for podcast listeners here.   What You Will Learn in This Episode: Harnessing AI to streamline and enhance brand storytelling for agencies   Verifying, revealing gaps, and inspiring new ways to position your agency brand Using the story cycle framework to create actionable, measurable brand narratives How AI tools can accelerate strategic branding work from months to minutes Blending human insight and AI for more nuanced, emotionally resonant messaging Leveraging brand clarity and emotional promise to drive agency growth and client trust Exploring new business models and client services enabled by AI-powered brand strategy

Beau of The Fifth Column
Let's talk about Trump, 10 blocks in CA, and verifying what you've heard....

Beau of The Fifth Column

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2025 3:49


Let's talk about Trump, 10 blocks in CA, and verifying what you've heard....

The Ricochet Audio Network Superfeed
Parsing Immigration Policy: The Social Security Number: Key to Verifying Eligibility for Voting, Employment

The Ricochet Audio Network Superfeed

Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 37:35


In this week's episode of Parsing Immigration Policy, Senior Legal Fellow George Fishman explains that verifying Social Security numbers could be the solution to two issues: States' need for tools to help identify those eligible to vote in the United States and DHS's need for tools to uncover employers who are knowingly employing illegal aliens. […]

Poker Central Podcast Network
A First-Hand Look at Verifying the WSOP+ App

Poker Central Podcast Network

Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 74:55


Ducky heads down to the Paris Main Cage to verify his WSOP+ account. He and Donnie discuss that, the first bracelet winner of 2025, and more.Enter the PokerGO Podcast Dream Seat Giveaway: bit.ly/gleampod25.Enter the PokerGO/PGT Dream Seat Competitions: http://pgt.com/dream-seatFollow Donnie on Twitter: @Donnie_PetersFollow Tim on Twitter: @Tim__DuckworthFollow PokerGO on Twitter: @PokerGO Subscribe to PokerGO today to receive 24/7 access to the world's largest poker content library, including the WSOP, High Stakes Poker, No Gamble, No Future, and more. Use the promo code PODCAST to receive $20 off your first year of a new annual subscription. Join today at PokerGO.com.Play free poker against real players anytime, anywhere on PlayPokerGO. Build your path to poker mastery for free with Octopi Poker.

Win Make Give with Ben Kinney
Creating a Culture of Accountability in the Workplace with Dr. Laura Gallaher

Win Make Give with Ben Kinney

Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 42:01


Chad Hyams and Bob Stewart welcome back Dr. Laura Gallaher to explore cultivating a culture of accountability within organizations. They discuss self-accountability as a starting point, stressing that true accountability is internal. Dr. Gallaher shares her "drive" model—Defining expectations, Reviewing thoroughly, Inviting openness, Verifying alignment, and Examining performance— as a tool to foster accountability. The conversation also unveils how to inspire accountability by tying it to personal identity and purpose, making accountability a key facet of effective leadership and team dynamics. Connect withi Laura at https://drlauragallaher.com/ linkedin: -  https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-gallaher-phd/ Take the Self Acceptance quiz - selfacceptancequiz.com ---------- Connect with the hosts: •    Ben Kinney: https://www.BenKinney.com/ •    Bob Stewart: https://www.linkedin.com/in/activebob •    Chad Hyams: https://ChadHyams.com/ •    Book one of our co-hosts for your next event: https://WinMakeGive.com/speakers/ More ways to connect: •    Join our Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/winmakegive •     Sign up for our weekly newsletter: https://WinMakeGive.com/sign-up •     Explore the Win Make Give Podcast Network: https://WinMakeGive.com/ Part of the Win Make Give Podcast Network

The 10 Minute Teacher Podcast
How Do We Know Who's Human? A New Tech Raises Big Questions

The 10 Minute Teacher Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2025 13:59


On May 1, 2025, Sam Altman's identity project, now called World (formerly Worldcoin), launched iris and face-scanning locations in six U.S. cities. The goal? Prove you're human — and get a World ID in return. In this episode, Vicki Davis breaks down how the tech works, why it's free, and the serious ethical concerns for educators and parents alike. You'll learn the three major reasons this global ID push is happening: Stopping identity fraud and deepfakes Verifying age online to protect children Distinguishing humans from synthetic AI agents With connections to platforms like Match.com, Discord, and Reddit, and the backing of Visa, this story is about far more than tech — it's about privacy, control, and the future of our students.  I've included lots of links and commentary at the show notes: https://www.coolcatteacher.com/e898 

The Iced Coffee Hour
Interviewing The Internet's #1 Scammer, America's Most Corrupt Mayor, & Infamous Liars | Tommy G

The Iced Coffee Hour

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 126:15


Upway: $150 off any purchase over $1,500 with code ICEDCOFFEE through the end of May at https://upway.co Pestie: For 10% off your order, go to https://pestie.com/ich Range Rover Sport: Start designing your Range Rover Sport today at https://www.rangerover.com/us/sport Follow Tommy G  @TommyGMcGee  On Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@UCakIVH4t7k4vZe1AWPpewgA On Instagram - instagram.com/tommygmcgee Website - https://tommygmcgee.com/ Add us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jlsselby https://www.instagram.com/gpstephan Official Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeBQ24VfikOriqSdKtomh0w For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: tmatsradio@gmail.com For Podcast Inquiries, please DM @icedcoffeehour on Instagram! Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:00 - What do you do? 00:01:50 - Not like mainstream media 00:06:25 - Most challenging video 00:10:03 - Afraid of lawsuits? 00:11:06 - Why police don't stop him 00:12:14 - Kia Boys explained 00:15:08 - Unpostable interviews 00:16:24 - Worst footage received 00:16:29 - Sponsor - Upway 00:19:16 - Fear of crossing wrong people 00:20:39 - Criminals source of aggression 00:22:13 - Nearly committed a crime 00:26:04 - 5-year YouTube goals 00:27:51 - Chinese sweatshops 00:31:21 - Most memorable interview 00:32:36 - Area 51: real or fake? 00:34:26 - Alien docs changed his view? 00:35:45 - Sponsor - Pestie 00:36:58 - His interest in Journalism 00:39:43 - Blending in 00:40:38 - Meeting his wife 00:43:05 - Does his wife worry? 00:44:09 - Finding people to film 00:44:47 - Gang culture appeal 00:46:16 - Lessons on human nature 00:47:00 - Worst community 00:48:01 - His arrest story 00:49:56 - Most sympathetic community 00:51:04 - Most dangerous street in USA 00:51:47 - Staying safe 00:52:44 - What cities get wrong 00:55:33 - Most dangerous moments 00:59:30 - Threatened before? 01:00:38 - Threats from subjects 01:03:53 - Staying in touch 01:04:43 - Why people steal cars 01:04:52 - Sponsor - Range Rover 01:07:57 - Street takeovers 01:10:12 - Topics he avoids 01:11:48 - Psychopath interviews 01:14:24 - Criminal ethics 01:15:50 - Disliked subject 01:16:55 - Who is Tiffany Henyard? 01:23:26 - Easiest scams 01:23:55 - Most profitable scams 01:28:11 - Are smart criminals real? 01:30:15 - Victimless crimes? 01:31:29 - Least unethical crime 01:34:11 - Dealer profits 01:35:42 - Why Chris Hansen works 01:36:36 - Thoughts on vigilantes 01:38:03 - Verifying people 01:39:08 - Getting lied to 01:40:18 - How people contact him 01:42:17 - Business & revenue 01:45:46 - What he does with the money 01:48:41 - YouTube future 01:52:35 - Scrapped videos 01:53:30 - Future Plans *Some of the links and other products that appear on this video are from companies which Graham Stephan will earn an affiliate commission or referral bonus. Graham Stephan is part of an affiliate network and receives compensation for sending traffic to partner sites. The content in this video is accurate as of the posting date. Some of the offers mentioned may no longer be available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Best Real Estate Investing Advice Ever
JF3843: LP Survival Guide: Avoiding Sponsor Red Flags, Verifying Track Records, & Building Multi-Deal Success with Hans Box

Best Real Estate Investing Advice Ever

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2025 60:35


On this episode of The Passive Income Playbook, Pascal Wagner interviews Hans Box, co-founder of Box Wilson Equity, who has invested in close to 100 real estate deals as both a general and limited partner. Hans shares his journey from recovering CPA to real estate investor, including the pivotal story of taking over his first deal as an LP when the original sponsor underperformed. He provides a comprehensive framework for evaluating investment opportunities, emphasizing the importance of assessing sponsors beyond just projected returns. Hans explains how to verify a sponsor's track record by examining NOI growth rather than IRR, why transparency is non-negotiable during due diligence, and why single-asset deals rarely have audited financials. Throughout the conversation, he emphasizes finding deals with genuine value-add components that provide a margin of safety, and advises passive investors to look for "singles and doubles" rather than home runs to build sustainable wealth. Sponsors: Vintage Capital Capital Gains Tax Solutions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices