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Technically, the Netflix / Warner Bros. news is almost a week old, but what a week it has been! And so, after some follow-up on smart shades and CES, Nilay and David talk through all that's at stake in the fight between Paramount and Netflix — and whether it's even possible for someone to win this deal. After that, Charlie Harding, co-host of Switched on Pop and honorary Vergecast intern, explains how AI is taking over the country music scene in Nashville. He also makes us a song, and it's a jam. Lastly, the hosts talk about font news (with a special guest), Brendan Carr, smart rings, garage wars, and more. Further reading: The Verge subscription turns one Netflix is buying Warner Bros. for $83 billion Paramount launches a hostile $108 billion bid to snatch Warner from Netflix David Ellison pitches Paramount's $108 billion hostile bid for WBD as “pro consumer.” Behind Paramount's Relentless Campaign to Woo Warner Discovery and President Trump New Paramount Speaks: Theatrical Films, Streaming Investment and Tech Upgrades Are Top Priorities Netflix CEO made a visit to the White House before buying Warner Bros. Trump isn't sold on the Netflix-Warner Bros. deal Netflix's leadership thinks the Warner Bros. deal won't be like other big media mergers. Welcome to the big leagues, Netflix There are no good outcomes for the Warner Bros. sale OpenAI's billion-dollar Disney deal puts Mickey Mouse and Marvel in Sora Get ready for an AI country music explosion Brendan Carr is a Dummy Chamberlain's new technology blocks aftermarket controllers from working with its garage door openers The Pebble Index 01 is a smart ring with a built-in microphone Calibri is too woke for the State Department | The Verge Gruber got a copy of the thing Subscribe to The Verge for unlimited access to theverge.com, subscriber-exclusive newsletters, and our ad-free podcast feed.We love hearing from you! Email your questions and thoughts to vergecast@theverge.com or call us at 866-VERGE11. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
It's the most wonderful time of the year — and with that, the obligatory office holiday party. Thing is, some choices around holiday parties can tell a story of how a company is doing. Who's there? Who's chatting together or sticking to a corner? What food and drink are being served? Today, we'll help you read the room. But first, most regional Federal Reserve bank presidents have been reappointed, despite some Trump administration proposals to exert greater control over the Fed's regional banks.
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It's the most wonderful time of the year — and with that, the obligatory office holiday party. Thing is, some choices around holiday parties can tell a story of how a company is doing. Who's there? Who's chatting together or sticking to a corner? What food and drink are being served? Today, we'll help you read the room. But first, most regional Federal Reserve bank presidents have been reappointed, despite some Trump administration proposals to exert greater control over the Fed's regional banks.
Algorithms and automations have been buds for a decade plus.
Capabilities? Through the roof? Usage? Ground floor.Claude Agent Skills might be one of the most useful features of any front-end LLM. Yet....it's crickets in terms of chat around it. For this 'AI at Work on Wednesday' episode, we're breaking it down for beginners and will have you spinning up your own Claude Agent Skills in no time. Claude Skills: How to build Custom Agentic Abilities for beginners -- An Everyday AI Chat with Jordan WilsonNewsletter: Sign up for our free daily newsletterMore on this Episode: Episode PageJoin the discussion:Thoughts on this? Join the convo and connect with other AI leaders on LinkedIn.Upcoming Episodes: Check out the upcoming Everyday AI Livestream lineupWebsite: YourEverydayAI.comEmail The Show: info@youreverydayai.comConnect with Jordan on LinkedInTopics Covered in This Episode:Claude Skills Agentic Features OverviewDifferences: Claude Skills vs. GPTs vs. GEMSModular Agentic Workflow File StructureStep-by-Step Guide: Building Claude SkillsClaude Skills YAML/Markdown Setup ProcessTesting and Validating Custom Claude SkillsAdvanced Capabilities: Executable Code & Sub-AgentsCommon Troubleshooting for Claude Skills CreationTimestamps:00:00 "Claude Skill Library Unveiled"06:27 "Claude Skills Explained"07:29 Custom GPTs and Gems Explained11:18 Claude Skills vs Projects17:31 "Refining Skill Triggers Effectively"20:17 "Beginner Cloud Skills Best Practices"23:39 "Preferring GPT and Memory Tools"25:54 "Saving Skill File Properly"28:09 Creating Skills on Claude33:43 "Creating AI News Searcher"35:36 Claude Skills Now Available37:39 "Optimizing Claude for Knowledge Tasks"41:05 "Skill Builder Library Access"Keywords:Claude skills, Claude agent skills, custom agentic abilities, large language model, agentic workflows, specialized tasks, coding capabilities, file creation, executable code, skills library, skill builder, skill creator, markdown file, skill.md, folder structure, YAML front matter, composable skills, modular instructions, automation, prompt engineering, skill triggers, skill testing, advanced features, API skill versioning, governance and efficiency,Send Everyday AI and Jordan a text message. (We can't reply back unless you leave contact info) Vibe coding is dead simple. Head to AI.Studio/build to create your first app. Vibe coding is dead simple. Head to AI.Studio/build to create your first app.
OpenAI is (reportedly) in full panic mode.
Hey! Vibe check. How we all doin? TONIGHT, Netflix bought WB but then Paramount got mad and did a hostile takeover. I don't know what that means but it sounds angry. Quentin Tarantino wants to punch Paul Dano for some reason. We filmed something this weekend. We also have ANOTHER sad update to share.
Show Notes In this podcast episode, Ernie Svenson interviews Dorna At Gavel, a former attorney turned tech entrepreneur, about her journey in creating Gavel, a legal technology platform. Dorna shares her experiences in building Gavel Workflows and Gavel Exec, tools designed to automate document creation and enhance legal drafting with AI. The conversation explores the integration of these tools with Microsoft Word, the importance of user experience, and the future of AI in the legal field. Dorna addresses common misconceptions about AI, the concept of 'vibe lawyering,' and how these technologies can empower lawyers to focus on more meaningful work while improving efficiency. Takeaways Dorna transitioned from law to tech to help domestic violence survivors. Gavel Workflows automates document creation for legal professionals. Gavel Exec serves as an AI copilot within Microsoft Word. The platform is designed to enhance collaboration and efficiency. AI tools can help lawyers focus on higher-level tasks. Misconceptions about AI include fears of job loss in the legal field. Vibe lawyering encourages creative legal thinking with AI assistance. Training junior associates can be streamlined using AI playbooks. Gavel Exec integrates with existing workflows to improve productivity. The future of legal practice will likely include AI as a standard tool. Resource Links ChatGPT Lab (a weekly AI workshop for lawyers) Apply to join the ChatGPT Lab The 80/20 Principle (my techlaw newsletter) The Inner Circle (my online community for lawyers) Follow and Review: I'd love for you to follow me if you haven't yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. I'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select "Ratings and Reviews" and "Write a Review" then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast. Thanks to the sponsor: Smith.ai Smith.ai is an amazing virtual receptionist service that specializes in working with solo and small law firms. When you hire Smith.ai, you're hiring well-trained, friendly receptionists who can respond to callers in English or Spanish. And they have a special offer for podcast listeners where you can get an extra $100 discount with promo code ERNIE100. Sign up for a risk-free start with a 14-day money-back guarantee now (and learn more) at smith.ai.
All eyes in the baseball world are on The Winter Meetings, but don't expect a big splash rom the White Sox. That doesn't mean a trade or signing won't happen. We try to imagine how GM Chris Getz is approaching these meetings as the White Sox also look for a possible #1 overall pick in the MLB Draft and a solid pickup in the Rule 5 Draft this week. Video version now available on YouTube! Chris Lanuti and Ed Siebert sit at a basement bar on the South Side of Chicago to discuss their favorite team - The Chicago White Sox in a podcast "For Fans, By Fans!" Listen. Subscribe. Share. The $1000 Guest Bounty brought to you by Cork & Kerry At The Park gives you a chance to win $1000. SUBSCRIBE NOW on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, everywhere podcasts can be found and always at SoxInTheBasement.com!
Today's Headlines: The Trump administration released its 33-page National Security Strategy — immediately praised by the Kremlin — outlining U.S. “dominance” in the Americas, embracing Middle East leaders “as they are,” warning Europe of “civilizational erasure,” and boosting far-right movements there. It also shifts U.S. policy in Africa toward extracting “latent economic potential,” and says avoiding conflict with China is suddenly a “priority.” At the Reagan Defense Forum, Pete Hegseth declared the end of America's “utopian idealism,” saying the military should ditch democracy-building and climate concerns for “practical interests.” Sure, Pete. Israel, Qatar, and the U.S. met to build relations after Israel's strike in Doha it was, of course, hosted by Steve Witkoff — who, along with Jared Kushner, also had a long call with Zelensky about territory and “security guarantees.” Meanwhile, the Supreme Court will hear Trump's effort to end birthright citizenship, despite the Constitution spelling it out pretty clearly and Trump threw a fit after pardoned Democrat Henry Cuellar didn't switch parties, accusing him of “disloyalty” and claiming “God was very happy” with his pardon. In other news, the Jan. 5 pipe-bomb suspect is cooperating with the FBI and says he planted them to support Trump, RFK Jr.'s HHS and anti-vax panel voted to end universal Hep B shots at birth, disregarding the risks to infants, and the Netflix–Warner Bros. merger is in trouble, with the Trump administration favoring a sale to Trump-ally-owned Paramount instead. Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode: The Guardian: Kremlin hails Trump's national security strategy as aligned with Russia's vision Whitehouse: National Security Strategy | The White House Politico: Hegseth declares end of US 'utopian idealism' with new military strategy Axios: Scoop: Israel and Qatar hold secret meeting in New York to rebuild ties Axios: Zelensky, Trump advisers discuss Ukraine peace terms in 2-hour call Axios: Trump blasts pardoned Democrat as lacking "LOYALTY" NBC News: Pipe bomb suspect told FBI he believed 2020 election conspiracy theories PBS: Fact-checking the CDC panel's reasons for dropping universal newborn hepatitis B vaccine recommendation Fox Business: Trump administration reportedly skeptical about Netflix and Warner Bros.' $72B deal WSJ: Paramount Raises Concerns About Netflix's Bid for Warner Bros. Discovery Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
OpenAI has launched a code red.
In this episode, Dan Uyemura of PushPress returns to discuss the future of fitness technology with host Eric Malzone. They dive into PushPress's evolution into an AI-powered gym management platform, exploring how artificial intelligence is reshaping operations for independent, community-focused gyms. Dan shares real-world examples of AI in action—from automated member management and smart reporting to AI coaching assistants that personalize member experiences. The conversation also tackles the bigger picture: why AI adoption is essential for survival in today's fast-moving tech landscape, how gyms can leverage AI as a team member rather than a job replacer, and why the fitness industry remains uniquely human and resilient in the face of automation. Whether you're a gym owner, coach, or tech enthusiast, this episode offers a practical and forward-looking view of how AI can empower small businesses to thrive.
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In this episode of The Digital Marketing Podcast, Daniel Rowles introduces us to the process of Vibe Coding, a revolutionary approach to software development that leverages AI to make app creation accessible to anyone, regardless of coding experience. Vibe coding shifts the focus from writing manual code to guiding AI with natural language prompts, allowing non-developers to build interactive apps, tools, and even businesses. Daniel explores the three tiers of vibe coding, from basic one-page web apps to full-scale, secure, AI-powered platforms , and shares practical steps, tools and security tips to get started. The second half of the episode features a compelling interview with Christo Snyman, a podcast listener who used vibe coding to launch his AI assistant platform Traderly.ai. Christo takes us behind the scenes of building a real-world startup with no prior coding background, sharing his full tech stack, hard-earned lessons, and the mindset needed to succeed. In This Episode: What is Vibe Coding? Understand how natural language prompts can now be used to create working code, dramatically lowering the barrier to digital creation. The Three Levels of Vibe Coding Level 1: Build one-page apps using HTML, CSS, and React, no backend required Level 2: Add memory, interactivity, and live AI responses through API access Level 3: Create fully-fledged apps with user authentication, databases, and deployment Practical Use Cases - From interactive Google algorithm timelines to embedded AI tools for keyword research and content planning, Daniel shares how these tools are being used on Target Internet's own website. Christo's Journey - From Idea to Startup. Learn how Christo turned a common business pain point — small service businesses missing leads due to message overload — into a scalable SaaS platform. Discover his full tech stack including React, Azure Functions, PostgreSQL, Firebase, OpenAI, WordPress, and more. Key Takeaways: Anyone can now build apps using AI tools, whether it's a timeline, calculator, chatbot, or full customer-facing product. AI-assisted development removes fear and unlocks creativity, especially for entrepreneurs without a dev background. Start small and iterate, your Minimal Viable Product doesn't need to be perfect, it needs to be useful. Vibe coding is the bridge between ideas and execution - fast, flexible and increasingly powerful. The future of marketing and tech creation is conversational and it's already here.
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In a recent essay for The New York Times, former Vibe editor-in-chief Danyel Smith recounted a 1997 incident where Sean "Diddy" Combs allegedly threatened her life over a cover dispute. Smith claimed that after she refused Combs' demand to review his cover photos before publication—citing company policy—he responded by stating he would see her "dead in the trunk of a car." Following this threat, Smith involved her lawyer, leading to an apology faxed from Combs. Shortly thereafter, Vibe's offices experienced a theft of servers containing the magazine's content, which Smith suspected was an inside job possibly linked to Combs' associates. These revelations have resurfaced amid multiple recent allegations against Combs, including sexual assault and abuse.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Diddy told me I'd might end up 'dead in a trunk' over approval of magazine cover, claims editor | Daily Mail Online
AI is evolving fast, but the next leap isn't about smarter chatbots. It's about systems that support learners in new ways. In this episode, Jerri and Jamie sit down with Darren Coxon: a trailblazer in agentic AI and one of today's most insightful voices on how AI can enhance learning.Darren unpacks the shift from generative AI to agentic AI, where systems don't just answer questions; they take action, analyze, iterate, and provide meaningful support to learners. Together, we break down how he partners with schools to implement AI responsibly so students build a deeper understanding, stronger skills, and real ownership of their learning. He also lays out a bold, five-year vision for AI in K–12 and explains why this moment is a once-in-a-generation chance to rethink what learning can be.---ABOUT OUR GUESTDarren Coxon is a globally recognized leader in AI-driven education solutions. He is renowned for his strategic expertise in implementing Artificial Intelligence (AI) within schools and educational organisations. As the Co-Founder of Kompass Education, Darren empowers schools and edtech companies to navigate the responsible and effective adoption of AI. Darren is an international speaker, working with leading schools and membership organisations worldwide. He is also a proud father of three.---SUBSCRIBE TO THE SERIES: YouTube | Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube Music | OvercastFOLLOW US: Website | Facebook | Twitter | LinkedInPOWERED BY CLASSLINK: ClassLink provides one-click single sign-on into web and Windows applications, and instant access to files at school and in the cloud. Accessible from any computer, tablet, or smartphone, ClassLink is ideal for 1to1 and Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) initiatives. Learn more at classlink.com.
HWP is back with a new conversation! This time, Stephanie sits down with the first-ever female Big Valley Wrestling Fighting Champion Taniya! We are talking her career and her upcoming title match with AJ Aven at BVW's 11th Anniversary show Unstoppable in Las Vegas on this Saturday! Catch the Vibe! It's HWP Live! Host: Stephanie Hardy Follow Stephanie & HWP on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/queenstephhardy & https://www.instagram.com/hardywrestlingpodcast Follow Stephanie & HWP on X: https://www.x.com/QueenStephHardy & https://x.com/hardywrestlepodGuest: Taniya Follow Taniya on her socials: IG: https://instagram.com/fvckitstaniya Email for bookings: taniyawrestlerbookings@gmail.comTags: #hwp #hardywrestlingpodcast #hwpxtra #wweraw #smackdown #wwenxt #lasvegas #bigvalleywrestling #wweonnetflix #rawonnetflix #wweid #aewdynamite #aewcollision #aewfullgear #wowsuperheroes #tnawrestling #weluvwrestling #wrestlingcommunity #womenswrestling New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount!
This is the Engineering Culture Podcast, from the people behind InfoQ.com and the QCon conferences. In this podcast, Shane Hastie, Lead Editor for Culture & Methods, spoke to Satish Kothapalli about the transformative impact of AI and vibe coding in life sciences software development, the acceleration of drug development timelines, and the evolving roles of developers in an AI-augmented environment. Read a transcript of this interview: https://bit.ly/3M2E9ZH Subscribe to the Software Architects' Newsletter for your monthly guide to the essential news and experience from industry peers on emerging patterns and technologies: https://www.infoq.com/software-architects-newsletter Upcoming Events: QCon AI New York 2025 (December 16-17, 2025) https://ai.qconferences.com/ QCon London 2026 (March 16-19, 2026) QCon London equips senior engineers, architects, and technical leaders with trusted, practical insights to lead the change in software development. Get real-world solutions and leadership strategies from senior software practitioners defining current trends and solving today's toughest software challenges. https://qconlondon.com/ QCon AI Boston 2026 (June 1-2, 2026) Learn how real teams are accelerating the entire software lifecycle with AI. https://boston.qcon.ai The InfoQ Podcasts: Weekly inspiration to drive innovation and build great teams from senior software leaders. Listen to all our podcasts and read interview transcripts: - The InfoQ Podcast https://www.infoq.com/podcasts/ - Engineering Culture Podcast by InfoQ https://www.infoq.com/podcasts/#engineering_culture - Generally AI: https://www.infoq.com/generally-ai-podcast/ Follow InfoQ: - Mastodon: https://techhub.social/@infoq - X: https://x.com/InfoQ?from=@ - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/infoq/ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InfoQdotcom# - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/infoqdotcom/?hl=en - Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/infoq - Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/infoq.com Write for InfoQ: Learn and share the changes and innovations in professional software development. - Join a community of experts. - Increase your visibility. - Grow your career. https://www.infoq.com/write-for-infoq
Episode 110 - Another Crab's Treasure.Timestamps:(1:33) Basic Info(5:54) Gameplay(35:44) Vibe(46:35) Wrap Up.Featured Tracks:Another Crab's TreasureThe ShallowsThe Upper CrustThe Great Buoy ChantThe Sands Between.Music by Felix Peaslee.Found Bytes Intro Song by Brian McGinlyFollow Brian's gaming! https://psnprofiles.com/XenoLinkGot feedback? Email us at FoundBytesGRS@gmail.com or Tweet @foundbytesgrs and check out the content on YouTube!
Kelvin Cook is Founder & CEO of IntimaSync, the AI software that helps companies boost productivity and retain talent with AI-driven relationship wellness. IntimaSync is an AI-powered relationship-wellness platform that converts behavioral science into three-minute coaching sessions. The goal is simple: cut work–family conflict, boost engagement, and give HR leaders clear ROI on every wellness dollar. Kelvin believes that healthy relationships, romantic, professional, and communal, are the ultimate leverage point for economic growth. When couples thrive at home, they bring sharper focus to work, which fuels better products, better service, and better bottom lines. Our word of 2025 is what? That's right: Community. That's what Kelvin is all about. __________________________________ Steve's third book in his cozy mystery series, THE DOG WALKING DETECTIVES is finally here: SEASON'S SLAYINGS lights up the holidays! Get your copy on Amazon: https://bit.ly/3WYTPiR or Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/4hOjILR Grab the first two: Book 1: DROWN TOWN Amazon: https://amzn.to/478W8mp Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/3Mv7cCk & Book 2: MURDER UNMASKED Amazon: https://shorturl.at/fDR47 Barnes & Noble: https://shorturl.at/3ccTy
Are you in alignment with your joy and career to create the biggest impact?Listen in today as Michelle Pecak shares with host Natalie Benamou, how she went from scaling billion-dollar companies through pricing strategies to realizing her real superpower and aligning her joy to her job. “I meet people for other people so I can connect them later.”- Michelle PecakThat simple idea is at the heart of Michelle's joy job.What work are you doing that lights you up and creates real value for others? It can look different for each of us from corporate roles, growing businesses, landing a board seat, or designing a portfolio career. A joy job expands from the patterns that have always been true about you: how you listen, how you decide, how you gather people, how you see possibilities.Michelle brings Human Design into the conversation as a way to see those patterns with more clarity. She describes Human Design as an adventure map of you. Instead of guessing at your strengths, you get language for them. You see why certain work feels natural, why certain rooms feel right, and why some seasons call you toward a bigger stage.Together, we talk about:How Michelle recognized that “being the connector” was not an extra, it was the pointWhy Joy Job work can sit alongside your current role and grow with youHow Human Design gives you a personal map and a North Star for your giftsThe power of viewing your experiences as lessons that are shaping your impactSimple ways to start noticing where your own Joy Job is already showing upThis episode is a reminder that you are not starting from scratch. Your Joy Job has been whispering to you for years in the introductions you make, the problems you love to solve, and the people who always seem to find you.Add in Human Design and gain a clear map so you can choose your next move with intention and create the impact you are here to make.Thank you Michelle Pecak for being a valued member and alliance partner of HerCsuite®!About Michelle PecakTwenty years in Corporate America taught me what misalignment feels like. When I learned my Human Design, everything clicked. I realized I had been working in systems that were never built for how I naturally lead.As a 5/1 Projector, I see what others miss. I bring clarity to complexity, align people with purpose, and design systems that work better for everyone. That has always been my gift.When you work in alignment with how you are wired, momentum follows. Success becomes sustainable. Impact becomes natural.My Vibe Human DesignMichelle Pecak on LinkedInMeet, connect and engage with Michelle Pecak inside HerCsuite® NEXT2LEAD AI CouncilKeep shining your light bright. The world needs you.Connect with Natalie BenamouNatalie Benamou is Founder of HerCsuite®, women's leadership network and portfolio career company. She also serves as President and CEO of HER HEALTHX, a nonprofit bridging the care communication gap and improving health outcomes for women.
Diese Folge hat echten Netflix-Plot: Der Ex-Almost-Lover, der damals das Herz gebrochen hat, taucht plötzlich wieder auf – als Papa vom Kita-Bestie der eigenen Tochter.
Steve Yegge is an industry veteran and the co-author of the recently published book Vibe Coding. Many of you will remember Steve's rant about Google platforms that I linked in one of my ancient 0800-DEVOPS newsletters. That rant is now 14 years old, but people still talk about it.We talked about vibe coding (the practice!) and Vibe Coding (the book!), whether junior developers are really doomed, the typical arguments people use against AI-assisted development, AI adoption in organizations, and what the future may bring.✨ Please leave a review on your favorite podcast platform, your feedback is gold. ✨Did you know there is a 0800-DEVOPS newsletter? Take a look and subscribe here.Text me what you think.
In this episode of How I Met Your Data: The Prompt, Anjali and Karen dig into one of the fastest-emerging patterns in development today: vibe coding - the practice of describing what you want and letting an LLM generate the code. It's new. It's evolving. And right now, it's causing as much frustration as it is excitement. Karen breaks down what vibe coding actually looks like in practice: developers prompting AI to produce entire features or files, navigating the wildly different “personalities” of today's LLMs, and learning how to guide systems that might generate brilliant structure… or unintended chaos. Together, they talk through the real friction points - overly eager model behavior, unexpected file changes, incomplete suggestions, and the creeping loss of hands-on debugging skills that used to tie engineers closer to their code. But underneath the surface is a bigger enterprise theme. The rise of vibe coding speaks to deeper issues: end users who still aren't getting what they need, bottlenecks in IT and data teams, and the rapid expansion of citizen development as people search for faster paths to outcomes. Anjali and Karen unpack the operational and governance implications, from maintainability and handoff challenges to compliance blind spots and the need for standards that can coexist with AI-assisted creation. They also dive into where AI does shine today - those repetitive, operational workflows that quietly save teams hours - and why focusing on value, ownership, and workflow design matters far more than chasing the next flashy LLM demo. This episode is an honest, grounded look at how AI-assisted development is taking shape: what's promising, what's painful, and what it means for teams trying to build responsibly, collaboratively, and at scale.
Adam Wolf is back, and he brings a whole new story with him. Since his last visit, he packed up his life in LA and moved to Oregon's Willamette Valley to work at Saffron Fields. We talk about that jump, what pulled him into the region, and how different the wine world feels when you live inside it instead of tasting from a distance.Adam walks us through his new role, the tasting room culture, and why Oregon's wine community feels so supportive. We get into the local food scene, the shift from LA's global wine focus to Oregon's drink-local mentality, and what it's like to taste in a place with more than 800 wineries.He also sends us a bottle of the 2021 Spectrum Pinot Noir, an entry point into Saffron Fields' lineup. We dig into what makes it approachable, how the winemaking works, and why clones matter so much in the Willamette Valley. The conversation takes us into tasting structure, flavor differences, and the challenge of keeping your palate alive after 15 Pinots in two days.It's an easy, honest episode with a lot of energy. A friend of the pod comes back, brings great wine, and reminds us why the Willamette Valley is one of the most exciting wine regions in the country.Learn More About Saffron FieldsSaffron Fields Websitehttps://saffronfields.com/Follow Saffron Fields on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/saffronfieldsvineyard/Connect With Adam on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/wineaboutmusic/Check Out Adam's New Column, 100 Point Wines, on Substack!100 Point WinesConnect with the show. We would love to hear from you!Stop Wasting Your Wine on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/stopwastingyourwine/Stop Wasting Your Wine on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/@StopWastingYourWineThe Stop Wasting Your Wine Websitehttps://stopwastingyourwine.com/Chapters 00:00 - Introduction to the Podcast and Guests02:39 - Adam's Transition to Oregon Wine Country05:25 - Roles and Responsibilities at Saffron Fields08:04 - Comparing Wine Scenes: LA vs. Oregon10:51 - Exploring Saffron Fields and Its Unique Offerings15:23 - The Vibe of Wine Tasting18:39 - Creating Memorable Experiences19:09 - The Culinary Scene in Willamette22:39 - Community and Connection in Wine Country27:47 - Living the Wine Life28:20 - Exciting Wine Adventures28:50 - Exploring Pinot Noir: A Journey Through Flavor30:47 - Understanding Clones in Winemaking34:26 - The Spectrum Pinot Noir: A Closer Look35:59 - Navigating Wine Pricing and Accessibility37:56 - Tasting Notes: Unpacking the Spectrum Pinot Noir42:14 - The Structure of Pinot Noir: Tannins and Acidity45:45 - Willamette Valley: Community and Wine Culture46:38 - Wine Tasting Tips: Maximizing Your Experience48:44 - Review54:49 - Expert Insights: The Future of Willamette Valley Wines56:13 - Game: Viterations59:44 - Final Thoughts and Wine Recommendations
Class-Act Coaching: A Podcast for Teachers and Instructional Coaches
Send us a textThe "first-year teaching blues" are real, but they don't have to be a career-ender. In this episode, Daniel explores the impact of the GREAT Grant (Georgia Residency for Educating Amazing Teachers), a program designed to turn career-changers into thriving educators through a paid residency model.We sit down with Jillian Degan, a former "problem child" student who swore she'd never teach, and Amelia Ellison, the veteran mentor who guided her. Together, they pull back the curtain on what a successful mentor-mentee relationship actually looks like—moving beyond "signing the paperwork" to building a partnership based on vulnerability, trust, and the freedom to fail.What You'll Learn in This EpisodeThe Non-Traditional Path: How both Jillian (Healthcare) and Amelia (Business) transitioned into education and how their outside perspectives shape their classrooms.The "Productive Struggle": Why Jillian had to learn to stop "hating group work" and allow her students to struggle together to find the right answers.Reverse Mentorship: How a veteran teacher learned to embrace new technology and creative "anchor charts" by watching her mentee take risks.Management vs. Relationships: Why rigid systems (like "the clipboard") often fail new teachers, and why emotional intelligence works better than calling parents every day.The "Vibe" Check: Why it is critical for a new teacher to speak up and request a different mentor if the personality fit isn't right.The Power of Constructive Feedback: How to give feedback that builds a new teacher up rather than just telling them "fix your classroom management" without explaining how. The Southern Regional Education Board is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization that works with states and schools to improve education at every level, from early childhood through doctoral education and the workforce. Follow Us on Social: Facebook Instagram X
This episode digs into Proverbs 1, God's timing, and the surprising ways wisdom shows up—sometimes in the form of perfectly toasted Ezekiel bread. If you're searching for biblical wisdom, practical faith lessons, and a story proving that God hears even your carb-related desires, this Proverbs 1 breakdown is for you.Picture this: I'm sitting there, gearing up to dive into Proverbs 1, doing my best to look wise… and then Brooklyn pushes open the door like a breakfast superhero holding the exact thing I mentioned wanting yesterday—Ezekiel bread, toasted, buttered, warm, and absolutely on time. Day = made.Proverbs 1 reminds us that God hears us and invites us to voice our desires—not because He needs the reminder, but because we do. That way, when the blessing shows up (even in toast form), we know exactly where it came from.If you want wisdom, instruction, understanding, insight, prudence, righteous behavior, knowledge, discretion, discernment, guidance, and the ability to interpret the parables and riddles of the wise—Proverbs is your daily bread. Spending time with God is the foundation, the starter, the sourdough of spiritual life.And heads up: foolishness is coming. Slowly. Predictably. Like every villain in every movie running in slow motion. Filling up with wisdom now means you'll spot it before it even gets close.And that nagging thought—“Who am I to…?”Yeah, God wants that gone. He hears your desires, big and small, spoken and written, and He delivers them right on time.Just like Brooklyn did—Ezekiel bread, toasted to perfection, butter shining like it was crafted in heaven's test kitchen.Brooklyn, thank you for being a real-life example of God's timing and love in motion.If this episode encourages you, entertains you, or makes you crave toast—even a little—hit that subscribe button and stay locked in. More wisdom, more stories, more VIBE coming your way.
This week: THE MERCH IS LIVE! Also this week: Side quest McCann, Bomb Squad DJ set?, how everything is cooler than stand up, Camp Flog Gnaw review, Tyler the Creator, 4 day benders, 100 dollar tips, palm trees in the grey, wellness centre hangovers, Colin's 24hr scat fest, vultures, sleep paralysis demons, McCann vs. Massage parlour pt. III & much more.Sign up to Patreon for access to MERCH & exclusive episodes out every Thursday.patreon.com/TheBombSquadPodFollow @TheBombSquadPod on YouTube, Instagram, TikTok & X.Hosted by:Colin Geddis &Aaron McCannProduced & Edited by:Niall Fegan
In this episode of CISO Tradecraft, host G Mark Hardy is joined by Neatsun Ziv from Ox Security to discuss the evolving landscape of vibe coding and its security implications. The conversation delves into the risks and opportunities surrounding vibe coding, how it can enhance productivity while maintaining security, and the importance of embedding security into the entire lifecycle. They also explore the concept of VibeSec, why traditional shift-left security approaches might be failing, and what new methodologies can be adopted to ensure robust security in a rapidly changing tech world. Tune in to gain valuable insights into how you can future-proof your code, leverage modern IDEs and MCP, and maintain a strong security posture in the era of AI-driven development.Ox Security's Website - https://www.ox.security/Are AI App Builders Secure - https://www.ox.security/resource-category/whitepapers-and-reports/are-ai-app-builders-secure-we-tested-lovable-base44-and-bolt-to-find-out/The AI Code Security Crisis - https://www.ox.security/resource-category/whitepapers-and-reports/army-of-juniors/
Join Psychic Medium Cari Mugz from Idaho Falls, as she pulls a card to let you know what's coming up for the week and the signs and symbols to watch for. Cari MugzInstagram: @spirit.medium.carimugz FB Page: Psychic Medium Cari MugzWebsite: https://www.carimugz.com/Events #cariconnects #carimugz #psychicmedium #mediumship #weeklyreading #cardreading #cardoftheweek #idahofalls #mediumidahofalls #psychicmediumidaho #bestmediumidahofalls #spiritualgrowth #spiritguides #awakening #psychicsofidaho
In this candid and intimate episode, Lauren and Trey explore the idea of sexual currency and how consistent deposits into a partner's sexual bank account can transform intimacy in long-term relationships. They share the story of a magical sexual encounter they had the night before and talk about why it was only possible because Trey had been investing in Lauren's sexual bank account for the past 4 to 6 weeks.They revisit the rough menstrual cycle documented earlier in the season and talk about the way Lauren has been shedding an old version of herself. Trey's patience, curiosity, and willingness to give her the space she needs have helped her feel more attracted, more connected, and more open to erotic exploration.Together they break down the specific investments that made the difference. Curious questions. Protecting Lauren's alone time. Mutual masturbation and how they make it work. Words of affirmation. Compliments. Acts of service, including Trey laundering Lauren's period underwear. And the impact of Trey not complaining, sulking, or pressuring Lauren when her capacity for sex shifted.They also share a recent moment where Trey offered Lauren feedback and she tried a new technique of listening as a friend instead of as someone who needed to defend herself. That shift made a deposit in Trey's sexual bank account and created more emotional space and helped deepen their connection.Lauren and Trey talk about how when women say they do not want sex - they are talking about the boring kind of sex. The type of sex women actually want is sex that feels safe, secure, connected, and adventurous. They describe why last night's sex is the kind most couples dream about and how it becomes possible through emotional investment, clear communication, and trust.Lauren also shares her favorite Maude vibrator, the VIBE: https://getmaude.com/SEFY?q=vibe-personal-massagerIf you want to learn how to make meaningful deposits into your partner's sexual bank account, you can request a free consult at: www.sexedforyou.com/freeconsultIf this episode supports you, please like, share, and subscribe.Ideal for couples in long-term partnerships who want deeper intimacy, more desire, and better sex.About Us: Lauren and Trey are partners living in Central Virginia where Lauren owns and operates, SEX ED FOR YOU. She provides comprehensive sexuality education and embodied coaching to individuals, partners, and parents.Through a biopsychosocial approach, Sex Ed for You works to restore positive and respectful approaches to sexuality and sexual relationships, as well as increase the possibility of having pleasurable and safe sexual experiences, free of coercion, discrimination and violence. (WHO)Sexual health is fundamental to the overall health and well-being of individuals, couples and families, and to the social and economic development of communities and countries. (WHO) When individuals are blocked from sexual health they are stunted from developing a sense of sensual play and enjoyment. • Learn more about Sex Ed for You at https://www.sexedforyou.com• Schedule a FREE CONSULT with Lauren today: https://www.sexedforyou.com/freeconsult• Learn more about partnered communication best practices on Sex Ed For You's Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/sex_ed_for_you/• Subscribe to our YouTube channel for more videos about sex, partnership, communication, and love: https://youtube.com/@thepartnershippodcastReminders: This is not a "how to" podcast, but rather a "how they" podcast. Please listen to our opinions and then come to your own! Learn from our mistakes or give our techniques a try! It's all up to you. Lauren is NOT a therapist. She is a Certified Holistic Sexuality Educator and Embodied Intimacy and Relationship Coach.
Reclaim your cognitive vitality with Neural Biotuning, a precision Restorative Audio session where ancestral sound medicine meets modern neuroscience. The ScienceNeural Biotuning is grounded in rigorous research. Nitric oxide—essential for human health—surges with therapeutic vibration, improving blood flow, reducing inflammation, and activating natural healing mechanisms. The vibrational frequencies, especially when administered to key skeletal points, shift heart rate variability, a major marker of stress resilience and physiological wellness. Brainwave entrainment transitions you out of cognitive overload (beta) into alpha and theta for relaxation, creative clarity, and optimal neural integration. Musical intervals like the Perfect Fifth stimulate endocrine signaling, igniting endogenous opiate and cannabinoid release for profound nervous system recalibration.Real-World Benefits• Increases nitric oxide, supporting vascular health and cellular repair• Improves heart rate variability and autonomic balance• Guides brainwaves into deeply restorative states for clarity and creativity• Decreases stress, cognitive fatigue, and symptoms of burnout• Enhances emotional regulation, vagal tone, and high-quality sleep• May counteract cognitive decline by restoring healthy neural oscillationsUsage Guide• Frequency: Practice 15–30 minute sessions, 1–2 times daily, for ongoing cognitive restoration• Equipment: Use quality headphones or speakers for optimal delivery• Environment: Choose quiet, low-EMF spaces to maximize impact• Best Results: Consistent practice over 4–6 weeks for durable neural and epigenetic benefits• Hydration: Increase water intake to enhance cellular and frequency responsivenessNeural Biotuning is not generic meditation audio—it's evidence-based frequency medicine for the modern brain. Every interval and silence window is calibrated for measurable, repeatable transformation, helping you restore clarity, balance, and creative energy at the deepest cellular level.Send us a textSupport the show
Reclaim your cognitive vitality with Neural Biotuning, a precision Restorative Audio session where ancestral sound medicine meets modern neuroscience. The ScienceNeural Biotuning is grounded in rigorous research. Nitric oxide—essential for human health—surges with therapeutic vibration, improving blood flow, reducing inflammation, and activating natural healing mechanisms. The vibrational frequencies, especially when administered to key skeletal points, shift heart rate variability, a major marker of stress resilience and physiological wellness. Brainwave entrainment transitions you out of cognitive overload (beta) into alpha and theta for relaxation, creative clarity, and optimal neural integration. Musical intervals like the Perfect Fifth stimulate endocrine signaling, igniting endogenous opiate and cannabinoid release for profound nervous system recalibration.Real-World Benefits• Increases nitric oxide, supporting vascular health and cellular repair• Improves heart rate variability and autonomic balance• Guides brainwaves into deeply restorative states for clarity and creativity• Decreases stress, cognitive fatigue, and symptoms of burnout• Enhances emotional regulation, vagal tone, and high-quality sleep• May counteract cognitive decline by restoring healthy neural oscillationsUsage Guide• Frequency: Practice 15–30 minute sessions, 1–2 times daily, for ongoing cognitive restoration• Equipment: Use quality headphones or speakers for optimal delivery• Environment: Choose quiet, low-EMF spaces to maximize impact• Best Results: Consistent practice over 4–6 weeks for durable neural and epigenetic benefits• Hydration: Increase water intake to enhance cellular and frequency responsivenessNeural Biotuning is not generic meditation audio—it's evidence-based frequency medicine for the modern brain. Every interval and silence window is calibrated for measurable, repeatable transformation, helping you restore clarity, balance, and creative energy at the deepest cellular level.Send us a textSupport the show
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For episode 644 of the BlockHash Podcast, host Brandon Zemp is joined by Sandro Gonzalez, Founder of KWARXS.KWARXS connects individuals to real-world solar energy production through NFTs, opening a previously inaccessible market for wider participation. Proceeds from KWARXS NFTs support the financing and development of industrial-scale solar projects delivered by an experienced team with a proven track record in large-scale renewable infrastructure. ⏳ Timestamps: (0:00) Introduction(1:35) Who is Sandro Gonzalez?(2:35) What is KWARXS?(4:24) Use-cases(6:00) Potential of RWAs(8:02) Vibe in the Crypto trenches(12:09) AI energy demand crisis(12:40) KWARXS roadmap for 2026(15:06) KWARXS website & socials
I'm just so thrilled about all the new Kālī content we've been putting out this past month, in the days leading up to Śyåma Kālī Pūjā, and the weeks after: First, in How To Get Possesed By Kālī we carefully explained what it is to be a paśu or anu, a discreet unit of consciousness (i.e an embodied soul or jīva) and then carefully pointed out why the ānavopaya is so suited for most of us, despite our pretense at high-flying non-dual philosophies! The ānavopaya assumes duality, individuality and the separate, external existence of God that can be invoked, evoked and experienced in the vigraha (image). We discussed how the goal of ānavopaya is a kind of immersion in the Goddess through worship and other techniques that can very well be understood as a kind of "possession" (aveśa) experience. Then, having explained all of that, we presented you with How To Get Started With Kālī Worship and also Who Is Kali? | & A Ritual to Invoke Her to kickstart your practice and for more seasoned practitioners, we even went over a A Left Hand Path Ritual for Kālī having given some nuance and context for it in Introducing The Left Hand Worship of KālīAnd for whatever reason if you're somehow not convinced about the power and importance of ritual worship in your spiritual life (because you're attached to some notion of non-duality or something, for instance), we make a case for it in The Essence of Tantra | & Why You Should Learn Pūjā. I think it's neat also that you can watch a demo of the whole pūjā (in an albeit abbreviated form) in Śyāmā Kālī Pūjā 2025. Of course, lectures like How To Say Grounded & Reasonable In Kālī Pūjā and The Two Extremes of Kālī Worshipadd further theoretical nuance to the very practice-oriented, anavopaya-esque discussions aforementioned and I am particularly fond of this year's Hallowe'en special Vampires, Kali and Christ | A Hallowe'en Special which was about yoginīs and what not but also touched upon some pretty deep themes regarding free will vs determinism ("my" will vs. "God's" will that is and if they can even be distinguished!).Anyway, in this class, I point out some distinctive features in Kālī pūjā like the ghost worship, jackal worship, cremation ground sacrifices, the transgressive offerings and animal/human sacrifice that give this pūjā and the Deity to whom it is offered its unique flavor! Jai Śrī Rādha-Rānī Ki Jai!Support the showLectures happen live every Monday at 7pm PST and again at Friday 11am PST Use this link and I will see you there:https://www.zoom.us/j/7028380815For more videos, guided meditations and instruction and for access to our lecture library, visit me at:https://www.patreon.com/yogawithnishTo get in on the discussion and access various spiritual materials, join our Discord here: https://discord.gg/U8zKP8yMrM
Despite the serious and sober nature of The Important Broadcast, there was an almost playful mood this week and many games took place as a result... "What's Your Deal", "Got, Got, Need", "Steve vs. Michelle" & "Dinner Winner" all had a run out. How fun. Plus, an almost unbelievable film from Peter Andre and some discarded paint.Please send your listener comments to Danny@radiox.co.ukThis week's podcast is dedicated to Helen. Thank you.
Unlock deep spiritual strength and godly character with Kelly Cardenas's simple 'Inchstone' method for daily Christian growth, discipline, and Biblical discernment. This is your essential Proverbs 28 teaching on living with godly wisdom today.(Main Content & Value)Oil and water don't mix—just like wisdom and foolishness can't coexist. In this powerful message, Kelly breaks down one of the most transformative lessons from his father, which serves as a lifelong guide for leadership rooted in faith and spiritual clarity.If you're looking for practical Christian growth, a simple way to build spiritual fitness, and clear steps to transform your daily walk with God, this message is for you.You will learn:The profound meaning of the "Oil & Water Don't Mix" analogy for character.How the wisdom cycle from Proverbs creates lasting transformation: Fear of God → Wisdom → Knowledge → Understanding → ... → Discipline → Strength.How to apply the "Inchstone" method to build spiritual strength one small step at a time.(The Inchstone Challenge - Actionable Steps)YOUR DAILY INCHSTONE CHALLENGE (A Simple Spiritual Rep):Read the Proverb of the day.Write one sentence that stands out.Pray one simple prayer.That's your spiritual rep. That's how you build godly wisdom every single day.(Recommended Chapters/Timestamps - These are suggested chapter markers for navigation)00:00Opens in a new window Intro: The "Oil & Water" Analogy03:15Opens in a new window The Foundation of Proverbs 28 Teaching07:45Opens in a new window Breaking Down the Wisdom Cycle12:30Opens in a new window Introducing the Inchstone Method for Spiritual Fitness17:00Opens in a new window Your Daily Spiritual Rep Challenge(Call to Action & Community)If this message hits home, drop a comment about the "oil and water" in your life—and what God might be separating so you can grow in Christian encouragement!SUBSCRIBE for more teachings on wisdom lessons from Proverbs, Christian motivation, faith based leadership, and living with a better VIBE every day.https://solo.to/kellycardenas
Happy Thanksgiving! Kiera gives ideas of service opportunities, from a personal to a practice-wide scale. Episode resources: Subscribe to The Dental A-Team podcast Schedule a Practice Assessment Leave us a review Transcript: The Dental A Team (00:00) Hello, Dental A Team listeners. This is Kiera and happy, happy Thanksgiving. I am so honored to share today with you. You guys, I love Thanksgiving. It used to not be one of my favorite holidays, but gosh, you know, the secret to living is giving and to have a day dedicated to gratitude, a day dedicated to love, a day dedicated to families and friends and to just come together and to remember how good our lives truly are. I think is beyond special. And I just want to say, for me, it would feel crazy for me not to jump on here and to say thank you to all of you. You guys are my favorite humans. You're the people that I love, that I get to talk to so many times a week, that I get to hang out with, that I get to see your stories, that I get to know personally and professionally, that I get to see your wins. I get to see you tag us on social media. I get to see the emails that come in. I get to see your reviews that you leave. I get to see you positively impacting the world of dentistry. And just to truly know, that you guys are doing so good out there. And I just want to say thank you. Thank you for being here. You guys, this podcast was a hope, a wish, a dream when I was hiking up, I'm not joking, Half Dome in Yosemite. And I thought there is nothing out there that's serving dentists and teens. And it's a niche and it's a space. And I'm going to come in and I'm going to positively impact. And I'm going to get both sides of the coin to come together to really, truly influence and impact dentistry in the greatest way possible. And that is such a huge testament to all of you for being here. for being a part of the Dental A Team family. So I just wanna say thank you for being here. And to this, I just wanna say like, if you've been an OG, thank you for being here from the beginning. And if you're a newbie, welcome. I hope that you feel loved. I hope you feel appreciated. I hope you just feel great. And I hope you remember how amazing life truly is. So I want you guys to just know that watching this podcast evolve, to seeing millions of downloads, to seeing us in so many countries, my like... It's mind boggling to me. It's crazy because when I built this, didn't know how many people would listen and to see the fans, to see the love, to see the raving fans, to see the clients come through, to laugh with you, to celebrate with you, to cry with you. I just want to say like, gosh, like this is a journey. It's a joy and it's an honor and it's a privilege because I know your time is your greatest asset. And so I just want to say thank you. And today with it being Thanksgiving, you know, I really just want you to know that I believe that the secret to living is giving. And we have a portion of our company called Live To Give. And I've talked about it on a few other podcasts. I've talked about how like, you know, it was back in 2019, I went to a Tony Robbins event. And a lot of you know how much I love Tony Robbins. That was because I caught one of my lightning moments in life where I was in a space so focused on myself and it was random because I was building a company called Live To Give. and that was where we were non-believable and we were like getting donations to help these nuns who didn't even have a house. Like it was crazy and we raised so much money so quickly and I've done it a few other times. Like another one idea was the Vibe prison ventures where inmates were actually like I went I actually went to the prison and it was crazy and I was scared out of my mind ⁓ but I saw these inmates take their skills that got them into prison which were not the best. and turn them into good and they pitched us their business ideas and to be able to sit there with them. That was another business that I got that was part of the Live To Give to be a part of that and to give back. And I found that so many of the times in my life that are my happiest moments are those where we like went above and beyond. And a few years ago, I talked about like probably my favorite Live To Give moment that we've ever had was when we were able to, one of my friends in Arizona, her son was struggling with stomach cancer and I really wanted to do a make a wish and make a wish is like really, really hard to get in touch with. And I had committed that year. I was going to do a make a wish. I didn't know what it was going to look like. I didn't know how we were going to do it. I told my team, this is what we wanted to do. And we found this boy and his goal, his dream was to go to Italy. And I was like, this is it. Like guys, this is it. We have a team member who's a stomach cancer ⁓ survivor as well. And I was like, this is it. This is our live to give. And our whole team was able to participate in it. We're able to give this, this child who's 12 years old, him and his family, a complete all expense paid trip to Italy when he got done with cancer and to give him the hope and the wish. And you guys like that moment in my life, I think about the ones that really impact us the most, the ones that changes, the ones that are like those lightning bolt moments. And I, the bulk of them are ones that we've been able to give to serve, to love. ⁓ We were able to last year as a team go and like help so many kids at the children's hospital. our team has done angel tree where we go and like shop for these families. And Shelbi and I, I remember we went shopping for a family of nine and that was the exact of my family. I think back to when I was at, ⁓ United Way and I was able to bring holiday magic to hundreds of families from the donations of others. And I remember there was a time where I just was feeling grumpy about life. I realized like, I haven't checked my, giving like vitals. in me in a while. I think about businesses and I think about all of you and we are constantly looking at our KPIs of our business. We're looking at the KPIs that drive us to success, but I'm like, what are the KPIs of our life that drive us to success? And maybe those are some of the pieces that are there. And I've just realized that giving and serving and loving should be an area that maybe we want to check those vitals, especially today. of where is my giving my love, my service, KPI? Is it high? Is it low? Is it on track? Is it off track? And I will say that if it's off track, today's a great day to get it on track. And maybe a couple of ways for us to give back is just to love a little bit more, to text someone today that you might love. A few years ago, my brother-in-law and I have a kind of a unique relationship. When I met... He was a business owner and I always thought he was so grumpy. I didn't really like him that much. was like, Jason, your brother is so just rude. I did not care for him. And as I become a business owner further into my career, I understand this brother-in-law so much. And he's kind of like, I don't know, I would say like a little crusty on the edges. He's not soft, I'll put it that way. And I was actually really, really scared to text him. But just cared about him so much and I appreciated so much of what he's done and he's been a mentor to me. And I just said, take a risk, a gamble. I remember I was sitting on the beach in Maui and I texted him and I just said, hey, I just want you to know how much I appreciate you. I value you. And how much of a mentor you've been to me and you've given me hope when I didn't know that there was hope. And I'm just so grateful for you. And he wrote back, he's like, Kiera, I don't usually cry. And that text meant so much to me. And I just think that's our giving. KPI. So what little love bombs could you send out? What service could you and your team do together? Our team, every year in December, we do a Live to Give. Could you guys adopt that in your company and together collectively as a podcast family? Think of all the lives that we could give back to. I think about my husband was talking about another brother that he has and this brother literally is in such a hard place in his life right now and does not have a lot of money, has a lot of family dynamics, I won't get into it. And when I say like, pretty much homeless, that's literally what's going on with him. And I only highlight that because his situation is so hard. we were, Jason was talking about struggling with something and he was like, ⁓ I could help you with that. And Jason and I talked about it and we thought about who are the people that give to those that are struggling? A of times it's those that are like, not hardly better off than they are. And I think like, Could today or this next month, could we maybe boost that live to give side of us where we look for people in need, we look for opportunities that can be in our patient base, that can be in our team base, it can be in our community, it can be in our families. Can I give out little love bombs? It might be cold in your area. A few years ago, we did a coat drive and this came from one of my friends in Utah who... would ask all his friends to donate coats that they're no longer wearing and would drive around and hand out coats to people on the side of the road that could really use it. I'm not here to say you've got to go do that, but I just think like, what a blessing to those people. What a space for us to be able to share and to love and to give back. Like you guys, are so insanely blessed. I promise every single person listening to this podcast today, we all collectively could say that we have been unruly blessed. in our lives. And so where is that? Could I text a team member and tell them like, Hey, you're doing such a great job. I'm not joking. I have a little list over here to write thank you cards to my team members sporadically and unexpectedly for great things that they do. Could I text my spouse if it's been a while and tell them how much I love them? Could I maybe call my parents? I think about like, if you have your parents alive right now, I hope that you just love them. I hope that you call them, I hope that you tell them, I hope you forgive them. Even offering forgiveness to somebody that maybe doesn't deserve it, it's not a gift to them, it's a gift to you. ⁓ Patching up and cleaning up when it maybe doesn't seem like it's necessary. ⁓ All these are little gifts of gratitude, of giving, of serving, of loving people. And what's crazy is the more you give that, the more you feel alive, the more your bucket's filled like, Every year we go and do something and I leave those events just on like cloud nine. We have a team member who last year she was so inspired by it. She like found a girl in Africa and basically like adopted her and has been like helping her get through college and like she sends her letters and her dad did it and they were just so inspired that they've like changed these lives of people. And like, but that team member changed as well. And so I just think today, Let's look at our KPI of our giving metric and how can we add maybe a little bit more service and give back? Because I promise you guys, the secret to living is giving. That's why I have Dental A Team's Live to Give. And if you know somebody that could benefit from Dental A Teams Live to Give, it's completely like on us. It's not even that I might make it the 1031 or excuse me, our nonprofit in the future. Like that just is a great idea on the podcast that came to me. because I want to build a nonprofit. But if you know a family that's deserving, you know of somebody that could have a make a wish experience, you know someone in your community, I would love to partner up with you. I'd love to help make magic happen. I'd love to use the podcast. I'd love to connect with a lot of you. But like, there are so many people, including ourselves, including our team, that a little more love, a little more kindness, a little more gratitude could go a long ways. And I just want to encourage you today as you're in this space for you to think of how can you do just a little bit more? How can you make a little bit more impact and change in people's lives? How can you just truly like not be as lonely as an owner and to give heartfelt thanks and gratitude to any person around you. And I was like, team members to your doctors, to your owners, it is lonely at the top. It is hard. And to give a genuine heartfelt thank you of gratitude, could truly go so far. And so I think just go out of your way, text your team members, tell them how much you love them, tell them how much you appreciate them, how much you value them. Team members, tell your doctor, tell your family. Like these things don't have to be monetary. It's us just loving of being kind and to give. to just give back a little bit more. And then I'd also encourage you to also give a little gratitude to yourself for the things that you've overcome, for the things that you've been able to do, for the challenges, for the person you've been able to become. Think back to who you were when you started your business, to who you are today and give grace and gratitude. Because the reality is like, I think about this, like if you were... to look back and to be able to talk to your younger self, what would you say to that person? You'd probably be like so freaking proud of that person. Like you're gonna do it. I'm so proud of you and I'm so grateful for you. And then I think like, let's go even further. What if you only had one week left to live? What would you be doing right now with your life? I promise you, you'd be living on your highest cloud nine. You'd be telling everybody thank you. You'd be telling everybody you love them. You'd be giving hugs. ⁓ one of my friends from high school just posted recently that his mom passed away unexpectedly. And he wrote, he said, hug your parents, hug your family, tell them that you love them, love your cousins, love your aunts, all of your uncles, like tidy up because your life can change so quickly. And what I hope for all of you is that your life does not change so quickly, but it does change so quickly, not in a negative way of losing somebody and wishing we could love on them more. but that your life could change so quickly that you start to live your day every single day of having gratitude and love and telling your family and calling them and sharing with your team and not holding back. It's like, I'm hoping that you just feel this like confetti explosion of love being able to be finally released and unshackled from you to give it to yourself, to give it to your team, to give it to your family, to give it to those around you. I hope you know that I love you. and that I care about you. And I think that you're doing way better than you ever imagined you could be. That I'm so proud that you're living the dreams that you once thought were impossible and you made them into the possible. That you push yourself, that you evolve, that you want to be this good human, that you're positively impacting your community and your team. You're doing so much good. And I just hope that you feel the love. I hope that you feel strengthened and I hope that you just know that I adore you. And with that, I would also be completely ridiculous because I cannot let today pass without doing one of my favorite traditions. And that is publicly thanking my entire team, the team that stands behind Dental A Team that makes Dental A Team incredible. And this year our team has drastically and radically grown. And I'm so proud of the company that we've built. I'm proud of the team that we built. I'm proud of the deliveries that we're able to give, the consulting, the changing of lives. Um, one of our consultants said at best, said, I love what we get to do because every single day we get to change someone's life. And that's the magic of Dental A Team That's the people we have. So I'll go kind of an order of where it's at. Um, and I'll just kind of go by like people, uh, I'll put them in like no exact order because that feels really weird to me. And so just going to like, go through the list of all of our team. So kicking it off is the one and only Spiffy Tiffy. I am so grateful for Tiff. You guys, she jumped into this company from day one, pretty much. I asked her to put an ice cream cone on her head and that girl has never looked back. Not an ice cream cone with ice cream in it, but just the cone. We get asked that question a lot. And Tiff is just my ride or die. She's someone that I adore. She's someone who pushes me. She's a safe space for me to ⁓ be messy, to be vulnerable. She pushes me to be my best self. She encourages me. She'll co-present with me. If you guys, mastermind this year with Tiff was pure and utter euphoria. And if you were not a part of it, I hope you choose to come and join us because this was something that Tiff pushed me on. was part of Tiff's vision. We talked about it multiple years sitting in a hotel room. We were on a trip and she said, you know, Kiera, I really have this idea of doing these events. And here they are. Tiff has been my ride or die. And she's someone that has really this year grown in her leadership and is running this incredible consulting team. And I'm just so thankful for Tiff being someone that I love and adore. Someone who makes me laugh so hard. Someone who I've watched just really show up for herself and to challenge herself to grow, to not put blame, to look at herself as a leader and to rise and to go to the next level and to drive a consulting team far better than I ever could have imagined. And you guys, if you know her, you love her, Spiffy Tiffy, she's on the podcast. She does the podcast, she writes newsletters, she does consulting, she drives her consulting team and she makes all of us laugh and she's literally the walking like Dental A Team mascot for our company. And I just hope that Tiff knows publicly and privately how grateful I am that she took a chance, that she's been my ride or die, that she's something that I just freaking love and adore so much and I'm so grateful for Spiffy Tiffy. Coming up next, No BS Britt. You guys, if you've heard her, you love her. ⁓ Brittany Stone is just this magical human who is a yin to my yang. I have so much respect for Britt and the way that she leads. Britt is like our HR guru. She's the one who creates policies. She helps hire. ⁓ Britt is someone that I see. She hates this nickname. So don't call her it. Gritty Britty. And the reason I like Britt has so much grit. She is someone that will just keep showing up day in day out. She's very stable for me. She's very consistent. When you think about a boat rocking in the ocean and they have stabilizers, that's Britt for our company. She is just this amazing stabilizer who I am so grateful for. And not only that, she consults incredibly well. Teams love her. Our team loves her. She gets the MVP word often. And Britt is someone that I am grateful who has pushed me as a leader, who's pushed our team, who stabilized, but also has shown me like how strong somebody with humility is. And also someone who has a quieter personality can be an incredibly, incredibly talented leader. I'm just so grateful for her. I'm also grateful for you guys know her, you love her. Shelbi Poppins, Shelbi has been my personal and executive assistant for several years. She's customer success. Literally this girl is like the grease between all the wheels. You guys probably all know her. She helps with the podcast. She helps with the company. She puts on events. Shelbi Poppins is practically perfect in every single way. And our whole team would agree to that. So I'm not showing favoritism. She just genuinely is someone that we all love. And I am so thankful for Shelbi being my right hand. I know Shelbi would take a bullet for me. And you guys, if you don't have someone like that, gosh, it's an honor to have someone that just like, you know, will jump in front of a train to make sure you're taken care of. Wow. Greatest gift you can give. And those of you that are the personal assistants, the executive assistants behind the scenes, just know that you're, ⁓ The person that you're helping values you more than I think words could ever put into play. Shelbi just is magic. She is ease. She knows how to have everything done. And I'm so thankful for this girl taking a risk, you guys. We shared a wall, like she's my next door neighbor and I knocked on her door, offered her a job, had her send the job, convinced her to come back. Like Shelbi is someone that I am so thankful and I will say great talent is often sitting next door to you. So don't be afraid to like knock on the door and like mad kudos and appreciation to Shelbi for just showing up constantly every single day. Shelbi is in my opinion, our definition of passion for excellence and results focused. That girl does not miss a beat and she's constantly showing up. She's constantly figuring things out. She makes sure that the boats run on time, that everything is done perfect and that the experience for all of you is absolutely magic. And I just, our company truly is so blessed to have Shelbi Poppins on our team. Coming up next is a new player on our team, Jenna. Jenna is our COO, and I will say she has been one of the greatest additions to our company. And I think kudos to our leadership team who saw the need for us to bring on this COO to take us to the next level, to drive us in ways that we didn't know. And I will say that Jenna has come in with this like ray of sunshine when I think a lot of us were covered in clouds. And Jenna has this amazing ability to cut through the noise to see what really needs to happen. She's a freaking wizard with numbers. You guys, I love numbers and Jenna loves numbers too. Like she is just magical. And I will say for owner doctors out there that are struggling needing that implementer integrator, Jenna has taught me that the right person seated next to you really can drive a company and you it's okay. You can hire a fractional. You can hire somebody that you don't know. ⁓ But bringing someone in with insane experience who has passion and love, Jenna is one of the most driven. ⁓ giving people you guys like I hope there's an opportunity for a lot more of you to get to know Jenna because her stories and her passion inspire me to want to be a better person professionally and personally she's one of the most giving like the story she has of the impact and the companies this woman is a miracle girl for companies and she does it because she believes in their passion their cause and I will say her clarity her accountability her continuity her ways that she is constantly doing the right thing day in and day out and just showing up for our team, showing up for me, but driving us. Like when I talk about someone who holds a team accountable, that is Jenna. And I have seen her just rise and drive our company in ways that I never imagined. And I am beyond grateful until like I got the freaking jackpot bringing Jenna to our company. And I know our whole team feels that way. She's been an amazing addition and someone we could not live without. So, so grateful for Jenna. Next up, you guys know, ⁓ Our consulting team, Dana. Dana has been with us so long. Dainey, ⁓ her and I, Dana is just someone who is, if you haven't gotten the opportunity to work with Dana, you're missing out. Dana is grit, tenacity, and that girl, there is no challenge, no problem bigger than her. Like she will, she just takes it. She's like a beast when it comes to life problems that are thrown at her. And she does it with fun and grit and grace. And Dana is someone that I can count on to be consistent. to be thorough, to show up day in and day out. That girl does not miss for me. And I'm so grateful for her. And I have also watched Dana have insane passion for excellence and drive to become the next version of herself. Like before my eyes, have watched Dana be, Dana, when I hired her to Dana, like 4.0, this girl has just grown through the ranks and she takes it on and she takes every challenge and she takes the feedback and she... just grows and to see the results she drives for her clients. You guys, this woman blows me away constantly, but she does it in a way of ease, Grace. She's got all the kids, she's got the soccer practice or the baseball practice. Like she's always busy and yet she's able to maintain and serve clients galore. Help Our Team Makes Me Laugh All The Time has the funniest stories. And I'm just so grateful for Daney taking a chance on Dental A Team for being an incredible hygienist who brings value, who speaks for us, who presents for us. Dana is just like Dynamite Dana. That might have to be her new nickname because she's so, and maybe it's not Dynamite, but Dynamic Dana. Like she is truly someone that I am honestly in awe and impressed by her so much and so grateful to learn from her, to watch her, to grow with her because Dana is someone who is so special and someone I'm so thankful for in my life and in our company. Our company is beyond lucky and blessed to have Dana. ⁓ and she just shows up constantly. She's taught me more about life and gratitude for life than I think any other person I've ever met in my entire life. And I'm just grateful for that. We also have Kristy. is such a, her name is Kristy Treasure and she is a treasure on our team. Kristy came onto our team as this dynamic consultant who just, I call her like our truffle hunting. Like she looks for profitability in every practice she goes to and she drives offices to success. She rivals me on my numbers, which is so fun. And what I love about Kristy is she has this calm, tenacious personality that just goes after it, figures it out. And I know that I can count on Kristy to deliver insane results every single time. And she never, ever, ever misses. This is a woman who has so much knowledge of dentistry, but she has so much passion for your success. She is obsessed with driving offices to their ultimate dreams, their ultimate goals. She just has like mad following of people that love her, adore her, honor her, and I'm one of them. Kristy is such a beautiful blessing. We were looking for our next consultant. We were wanting somebody and Kristy just, I feel like popped out of the air like Glenda in her little bubble and showed up in the most perfect way, in the most perfect space. She is someone who sees people. She's someone who loves people and she's someone who's got a heart of gold. And I just truly am so lucky and so blessed to have Kristy on our team. Dental A Team would not be the same without her. And following Kristy is Trish. Trish is such a, my gosh, we call her Tada, which stands for Trish Ackerman, Dental A Team ambassador. Like Trish is such, I mean, she's rivaling Tiffany on how much she loves Dental A team. And Trish just comes in with this, like she is a walking magnetic dynamic human. You can like, she is so fun and she's so hilarious and teams love her. And she comes in this way where she gets you to like navigate to your goals and results, but you were laughing and joking and having the most hilarious time. Trish knows everybody. Everybody who knows Trish loves Trish. And Trish is just this beautiful, incredible woman who does consulting in such a fun, positive and impactful way. I learned so much from her. Trish has the best one-liners that we all snag from her. She's constantly making us laugh. But what I love about Trish is her positivity in her outlook where every day is a golden ray of sunshine for Trish. She shows up every day with positivity. She shows up of how every day is the best day. She's the one who said like, are so blessed to consult because we get to change lives, we get to create magic and we get to truly inspire and bless people. And honestly, I don't know what I did for all these years without Trish in my life because Trish is just magic. Trish is fire and spice and fun and beauty and just... Reminds me that life is so freaking fun and I need to laugh and have so much more fun and I'm so grateful for her I'm grateful for her knowledge. This girl has gosh Like coached teams of 150 people and so I learned from her and I'm inspired by her and you guys Offices who are working with any of our consultants are just beyond blessed Following Trish's Monica Monica is so special. She just has this whimsical fairy ease about her that just is so poised, collected, brilliant, that is so magical for me to watch her consult, to have me watch her like with her email recaps. I see beautiful emails come from this woman. Like this woman can write. ask her, like Britt is so brilliant. We ask her all the time like, hey Monica, we need help writing this. And Monica comes with it. Like a lot of the things about our company have been written by Monica. She just got this like ease and grace and loves her. creativity space and I'm just so grateful to have that ⁓ I think flow example in our company of someone who just can navigate the storms of life, who can go with the flow, who has poise and polish and professionalism and just like truly makes people sparkle in jazz. She's a very fun dynamic human that I'm so grateful is on our team. I'm so happy she's joined our team. And like I said, our consulting team is top notch. I do not hire. anybody on our team unless they come with massive experience, massive years of experience, coming with consulting experience. Like these women truly know how to drive practices to their greatest fulfillment and profitability and do it in ease and fun. And we were just so lucky. Like our consulting team is absolutely incredible. So moving on from our consulting team, ⁓ we have just this amazing marketing team and Eve, she's like my little pixel fairy over there. We call her her pixel best. If you have ever attended an event, if you have ever gotten anything from Dental A Team a newsletter, a flyer, anything, it is Eve's magic. And Eve just makes my life so easy. She told me, she Kara marketers are so easy to find. And I said, actually they're not because to find a marketer, Eve is not just a marketer. She's freaking funny. Like honestly, this girl makes me laugh so hard. She is so brilliant. She's stunning. She makes gorgeous design for me all the time. And she's just as magical human that I I don't know what my life was like without Eve. Eve is someone that has just elevated our company. She's constantly here for brilliant designs. But something that I have loved that I've watched Eve just explore this year is this like new found, like vibrancy blossoming coming out of her where she is taking ownership. She's watching these metrics. She's seeing different things. And Eve can pretty much consult people now. Like this girl does not just build me a slide deck. a typical marketer would. She thinks through how to make the experience for all of you the absolute best it can be, how to make the experience the best for me. And then she's the funniest person in our chats. So if you ever get a chance to meet Eve, you heard her on the podcast, Eve is this dynamic human that all of us, and she's freaking funny. Eve is like the comedy central of our company who makes all of us giggle. Her and Trish, we just, mean, Tiff is in that rally with them, but Eve is someone who is just. beyond magical and someone that I'm so grateful came into our life personally and professionally. Her stories, her example, her like zuberance for life just inspires me. And I'm so grateful for her and grateful for her on our team. Following her is Jacintha. Jacintha has been with us and she's just really helped grow our team and evolve our team. And she helps make sure the podcast is taken care of and trains people and does social media. And she's really great at just making sure a lot of the pieces get done in our company. ⁓ Her just joyous laughter and vivaciousness of life is so infectious and I'm so grateful to learn from her. She's one of the people that has just taken live to give and giving a next level that I think is just beyond magical and something that I've learned so much from her. She just lives life at a high level and she enjoys life and she lives life fully and that's something I'm so thankful for her for. Following her. ⁓ Joash Joash is new to our team. And I think all of us would be lost without Joash. Joash is behind the scenes, but if you guys are in our company and you're part of our analytics or different platforms, Joash is your guy. Joash makes so many things. He's like our second Shelbi in the company. He builds spreadsheets. He's a data analyst. He figures out different things. He builds beautiful pieces for us. He just is constantly looking for ways to serve. But Joash reminds me of the beauty of life. Joash is just such a special human He really is taking things to the absolute next level and I'm so grateful for him I love seeing his little messages come in He is someone who reminds me to be so grateful every single day for living this life every day in his slack messages He's like, thank you team. It was a beautiful day. Have a wonderful day tomorrow. We're so lucky to be alive build the best quotes for our company Joash ish is just this like dynamic, special human that I feel we are so blessed to have helping fill in so many different gaps in our company. And we're so grateful for Joash. ⁓ Robi Robi's on our team and he's in the marketing department. And I love that Robi is just here to help to support, help our marketing team just flourish and thrive. And I love that he thinks of different ideas. He's a great designer. He's a great creator. And I'm so grateful to have Robi take on tasks, fill in the gaps wherever we need him to be. And he's just fun. He's got a lot of He's got a lot of just energy and drive and like reminds me of how good life is. And I'm so thankful that Robi also is on our team. Following Robi is Paul. Paul is our new CRO. Again, I title, didn't even know existed nor did I know I needed. And what I love about Paul is Paul has been able to come into our company similar to Jenna and just brings this element of poise, of guidance, of knowledge. I love meeting really smart people and Paul is so smart. He sometimes intimidates me in the best way possible. I love someone who can rival me, someone who can challenge me, somebody who inspires me. And I'm so excited for Paul to come in with so many years of knowledge and so much experience and to see our marketing and our customer success department and bring them together to just make it better for our entire team and for all of you coming to our company. And I'm just so grateful for Paul for taking a chance on us. I think... I think when I look at consulting, often think like, gosh, those clients, like I feel so bad. I want to take care of them. I just want to help them out. And I think Paul felt that way about Dental A Team. Like, okay, Dental A Team needs some help and I can see how I can really drive. And I'm just so grateful for him coming in, jumping in the passion for excellence that he has, the drive, the tenacity. I'm so truly grateful for him. The Dental A Team (33:32) And we have our incredible consultant Pam. Pam is just a joy. She is someone who just loves deep. She is so freaking brilliant at all things dental. She comes with this incredible experience of DSOs and of running huge teams and of consulting to tons of offices. And she just is a joy. She's someone who is thorough and on top of her A game. And I am just truly so grateful for her on our team, on our consultant team, being able to just deliver incredible value to our clients. and also bringing insane value to our company as well. And then we also have Tyler. Tyler is on our customer success team and Tyler just brings this extensive background of dentistry with him. He is someone who really just jumps in, who has a very soft demeanor, but is a go-getter, has grit, has determination, who loves our clients. Our clients feel so safe and seen and heard by him. And for him to be one of the first impressions of Dental A Team, I think is just such a compliment to him. to his skillset, to who he is as a person, and we are so lucky to have him on our team as well. The Dental A Team (34:38) And I think like, as I look at my whole team, as I look at all these people that yes, I just said them in front of you. I told you. and I'd be remiss if I didn't talk about Alex and Sissy who are podcast gurus behind the scenes that have been doing this with me for years. Alex writes the most beautiful show notes of any person that I've ever met. That woman is so magical with words. She's a published author this year. Just so freaking proud of her and so grateful to know her and to have her put together the podcast for you guys every single day, every single week. Sissy for editing it up for us, for making the commercials, for making sure that all the pieces are always put together for you guys. Like these people just love, they're so incredible. They're just magical. I'm so, so grateful that we get to have all of these people to serve you, to love you. I'd be remiss if I didn't say thanks to Jason. Jason is my ride or die, my love. He's such an amazing human. He just loves me so purely guys. Like to have someone in your corner that loves you and loves you fully and completely. and just wants the best for you. He's my biggest cheerleader. He's the one who brings me food when I'm on meetings all day. He's the one who's like pumping me up behind the scenes. He's the one who makes every single one of my dreams not seem crazy, audacious and just loves me for them and encourages me to pursue them. Constantly boosts me up, tells me to join you guys, tells me to take the risk, tells me that people need to hear these messages. And I'm so thankful for him. You guys, I'm so grateful. As I say this and like, I'm not gonna lie to you, all of you, should go tell your team how much you love them because me just doing this podcast helps me see how lucky I am to be surrounded by brilliant people. You guys had so many be like, I look at last year to this year. My team has almost doubled in size. If you've listened to this for the years, you've heard me just go through this every single year. And I will continue to do this forever because my team deserves public recognition and private recognition. These men and women are here as amazing people that make me better. that push me, that challenge me, that make me laugh. And this is a team of virtual people. So I want you just to love on your teams, to love on yourselves, and to really, truly, truly know that like, we are so blessed to live this world, to be able to be a part of this. I'm so thankful for my team. And if you didn't know, that's just our team. That's all of us. And I'm so grateful for them because I really would encourage each of you to do what I just did to your team. in some way. And as you guys wrap today, I just hope that you have the most magical day, that you have a ton of fun doing whatever it is, and that you really do check your vital of how is my giving KPI? Am I giving? Am I feeling fulfilled? And if not, I would encourage you guys to choose one thing, one area of your life to make it just a little bit more bright, a little bit more giving, because honestly, the secret to living is giving. And I hope that you know that I adore you, that I cherish you, that I'm so excited for you and me to be hanging out on the podcast. And I want you to know how much I value you, how much I appreciate you. And I hope you know that and I hope you feel loved. I hope that you feel appreciated. I hope that you remember that you are so blessed to be doing what you're doing, to be living the life that you're living, no matter how great or hard it is today, you are so blessed to be able to do this. One day you dreamed about this life and now it's yours. And I'm so, so, so grateful to have you guys here. I'm so grateful for all the blessings that we get to be. I'm so excited for this next year around us. I'm so excited to work with you. I'm so excited to see you in person. I'm so, so, so excited for this beautiful life. And I'm honored and blessed to be able to serve you, to love you, to encourage you, to inspire you, and to be in this journey and this part of your life with you. And if I can serve you in any way, reach out, Hello@TheDentalATeam.com Go have a magical Thanksgiving. Love people, give them hugs. Remember, we get one life to live and I hope that you make it the most magical you possibly can. And with that, thanks for listening and I'll catch you next time on the Dental A Team podcast.
It hasn't been a Good Week for the climate since, er, 1820-something? And it wasn't last week, either. But it is a good week for The Europeans, because we're joined by Luisa Neubauer, one of Germany's best-known climate activists. Luisa recently wrote a terrific piece for The Economist about Europe's climate “vibe shift”. We got her insights on what has caused the greenlash and what we ought to be doing about it. It's a thoughtful, self-reflective, heartening conversation we think you'll enjoy. We're also talking about Brussels' proposed “military Schengen” agreement, which would allow EU member states to move troops and equipment across borders relatively swiftly. (You don't want to know how sluggish things are now.) And we're taking a look at Slovenia's troubling new “Šutar Law”, a security bill that is widely understood to target the Roma minority. In other news… The Europeans are launching a newsletter! If you want to hear more about what happened in Europe over the past week and find out what we left on the podcast-cutting-room floor, subscribe to GOOD WEEK BAD WEEK over on Substack. New issues hit inboxes on Friday mornings. And someone else has a new newsletter, too. Our very own Katy Lee has just published the first issue of Millefeuille, an English-language newsletter “for Parisians who are bad at local news”. If you fall in the middle of the Europeans podcast–Francophile Venn diagram, subscribe here. This week's Inspiration Station recommendations are two newly resurfaced works by Johann Sebastian Bach (here and here) and Carlo Rovelli's book about the physics of time, The Order of Time. And if you, too, are in the market for a novella to help you knock out your 2025 reading goals, Dominic likes Claire Keegan's Small Things Like These. Other resources for this episode: “The surreal 45-day trek at the heart of Nato's defence” - Financial Times, 17 November, 2025 “Commission moves towards ‘Military Schengen' and transformation of defence industry” - European Commission press release, 19 November, 2025 “Why you probably should not re-gauge railways in Europe” - Jon Worth, 30 September, 2025 “Slovenia's ‘Šutar Law' Sets a Dangerous Precedent for Europe” - Roma Foundation for Europe, 18 November, 2025 “Romani Activists Fear Collective Punishment & Discrimination as Slovenia Passes New Security Bill" - European Roma Rights Centre, 7 November, 2025 This podcast was brought to you in cooperation with Euranet Plus, the leading radio network for EU news. But it's contributions from listeners that truly make it all possible—we could not continue to make the show without you! If you like what we do, you can chip in to help us cover our production costs at patreon.com/europeanspodcast (in many different currencies), or you can gift a donation to a superfan. We'd also love it if you could tell two friends about this podcast. We think two feels like a reasonable number. Produced by Morgan Childs Editorial support from Katz Laszlo Mixing and mastering by Wojciech Oleksiak Music by Jim Barne and Mariska Martina YouTube | Bluesky | Instagram | Mastodon | Substack | hello@europeanspodcast.com
Tune in for some hands-on tips on how to use Claude code to create some amazing and not-so-amazing software. Paul will walk you through what worked and what didn't as he 100% vibe-coded a Python Flask application. The discussion continues with the crew discussing the future of vibe coding and how AI may better help in creating and securing software. Visit https://www.securityweekly.com/psw for all the latest episodes! Show Notes: https://securityweekly.com/psw-902
On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik, and Andrew Gillis discuss the latest Ohio State news and vibes. The trio dives into OSU's preparation for the upcoming game against Michigan, insights from recent press conferences, and the impact of key player injuries. Tune in for an engaging discussion on team dynamics, game strategies, and the ever-evolving college football landscape. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The AI Breakdown: Daily Artificial Intelligence News and Discussions
Today's episode digs into why Anthropic's surprise launch of Claude Opus 4.5 is landing like a true step-function moment for coding, agentic workflows, and the emerging paradigm of vibe-based software creation, with new benchmarks, early user tests, and developer reactions all pointing to a shift in how real work gets done; plus a quick look at the latest headlines including the White House's Genesis Mission and Amazon's massive new government-focused AI expansion. Brought to you by:KPMG – Discover how AI is transforming possibility into reality. Tune into the new KPMG 'You Can with AI' podcast and unlock insights that will inform smarter decisions inside your enterprise. Listen now and start shaping your future with every episode. https://www.kpmg.us/AIpodcastsRovo - Unleash the potential of your team with AI-powered Search, Chat and Agents - https://rovo.com/AssemblyAI - The best way to build Voice AI apps - https://www.assemblyai.com/briefLandfallIP - AI to Navigate the Patent Process - https://landfallip.com/Blitzy.com - Go to https://blitzy.com/ to build enterprise software in days, not months Robots & Pencils - Cloud-native AI solutions that power results https://robotsandpencils.com/The Agent Readiness Audit from Superintelligent - Go to https://besuper.ai/ to request your company's agent readiness score.The AI Daily Brief helps you understand the most important news and discussions in AI. Subscribe to the podcast version of The AI Daily Brief wherever you listen: https://pod.link/1680633614Interested in sponsoring the show? sponsors@aidailybrief.ai
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“The goal is to have a good vibe.” This week we have, Melissa Rosenfield, the dynamic founder of IFP Communications and former "Director of Vibe" at Viceroy Hotel Group. Our conversation delved into Melissa's remarkable journey of being in debt to running a 7-figure company in 18 months and her path from the corporate world to the exhilarating—and sometimes daunting—realm of entrepreneurship. The turnaround includes winning an award of the “Best Places to Work” by PR Week.Melissa shares her challenges, such as managing through the COVID-19 pandemic, which led her to restructure her business with the help of a consultant. The result? A lean, loyal and resilient team.In this episode you will learn:How to make a buzz-worthy event - 10:47How Melissa went from debt to 7-figures - 15:16How to focus on growth by prioritizing a healthy environment - 21:41How to define ROI by your goals: brand awareness, sales, or market entry - 30:28How to value your relationships and friendships in business - 35:23Her advice to others - 41:27- Get On Camera with Kim's brand new 7-Day On-Camera Challenge -FREE DOWNLOAD: 10 Tips to Make Better Video In Less Time (To Grow Your Revenue) click here -Follow host Kim Rittberg on InstagramSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Jimmy Watkins as they dive into the high-stakes showdown between Ohio State and Michigan. With playoff implications on the line, they explore the psychological and strategic dynamics that could determine the outcome. From coaching pressures to player performances, this episode unpacks the intense rivalry and what it means for both teams. Tune in for an in-depth analysis of one of college football's most anticipated matchups. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why Ziggy's Chaos, Your Frustrations, and God's Wisdom Might Be the Wake-Up Call You NeededIf you've ever been overwhelmed by someone's behavior, frustrated by a situation, or ready to flip a table over the symptoms in your life—this episode is your turning point. This Proverbs 25 breakdown reveals why your biggest battles are never about what you see… they're about the root beneath it all. This video unpacks the Inchstones behind the phrase my Pops ingrained in me: “It's nothing but a symptom, boy! Focus on the root!”For the past week, my dog Ziggy has been acting absolutely wild—peeing in the house like he's on a mission. And I felt myself sliding into the old version of my dad I call “DAD,” the tough-love, no-nonsense, fire-breathing, “get it together” Pops. But right as I was about to snap, I heard his real voice—the voice of wisdom:“Don't react to the symptom, boy. Focus on the root.”This episode goes deep into:• Why symptoms in people and situations aren't the real problem• How Proverbs 25 invites us to breathe, slow down, and see clearly• Why intense heat purifies—and how frustration is often a refining fire• The power of speaking life, staying humble, and choosing patience• How God exposes roots when we trust Him fully• Why miracles require faith and why you'll need that faith for where you're goingIf you've been irritated, disappointed, overwhelmed, confused, or wrestling with someone you care about… this one hits home. This is your reminder to pause, refocus, and anchor yourself in the wisdom God has already given you.If this episode lifts you, challenges you, or brings clarity, be sure to subscribe, comment, and share this with someone who's dealing with their own “Ziggy moment.”Grab your copy of Inch Stones: The Vibe Within and start transforming your life one Inchstone at a time.https://a.co/d/4CYg4vGAnd don't miss the next VIBE Room—March 11 in Carlsbad. Music, comedy, unbelievable interviews, and the best audience in the world. Be there.https://www.eventcreate.com/e/the-vibe-room-copy-326261-7854e4Let's grow—one Inchstone at a time.