Season 7, Episode 6: Measuring the long-term effects of brand advertising (with Carl Mela and Ross Link)
<p>In this episode of the podcast, I discuss the long-term effects of brand advertising with Carl Mela and Ross Link. </p><p>Carl Mela is the T. Austin Finch Foundation Professor of Business Administration at Duke University and one of the leading academics in the field of quantitative marketing and consumer choice. Ross Link is the CEO of Marketing Attribution, having previously served as the President of Global Marketing ROI Solutions at Nielsen. Carl and Ross provide a balanced perspective on brand marketing and measurement from both academic and industry lenses. </p><p>Among other things, our discussion covers:<...
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Fannie Mae just accepted Bitcoin as collateral
Fannie Mae now accepts Bitcoin and USDC as mortgage collateral. BTC is down -3.25%. ETH down -5.13%. The market is selling while the infrastructure is being built around it.<br /><br />Today's key developments:<br />• Fannie Mae will now accept Bitcoin and USDC as mortgage collateral — a first for U.S. housing finance, structured through Coinbase and Better Home.<br />• MARA Holdings sold $1.1 billion in Bitcoin to buy back debt — and the stock jumped 10% on the news.<br />• Stand With Crypto — the Coinbase-backed advocacy group — just launched a voter hub and endorsed congressional candidates ahead of the November 2026 midterms.<br /><br /><br />📰 R...
Cuentas launches decentralized media platform through World Mobile Media
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The Prosperous Society, Part 2: The Human Nexus of Commerce
<p>The Prosperous Society is a podcast series by Mobile Dev Memo that articulates an AI Bull Thesis for the digital economy. It argues that the pervasive application of AI to the digital economy will be broadly economically expansionary, leading to increased individual prosperity, expanded consumer choice, and greater human agency.</p><p>In Episode 2, I argue that the Western political economy treats commerce as a primary mechanism of individual expression, and that artificial intelligence has the capacity to make commerce more expressive as an outward representation of the individual. In this way, the personalization promise of AI should be em...
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Lance Roberts breaks down the growing stress in private credit markets, rising default risks, and the recent wave of gated withdrawals across major funds. With comparisons to the 2008 financial crisis gaining traction, investors are asking a critical question: are we facing Subprime Crisis 2.0? We examine what made the 2008 collapse so catastrophic—leverage, derivatives, and systemic contagion—and compare it to today's private credit landscape. While defaults are rising and liquidity concerns are real, the structure of private credit is fundamentally different. Hosted by RIA Advisors Chief Investment Strategist, Lance Roberts, CIO Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer 0:00 - INTRO 0:50 - High...
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Will artificial intelligence spark the next economic boom—or trigger a crisis rivaling the Great Depression? A growing debate on Wall Street is emerging after research scenarios like the "Global Intelligence Crisis" raised concerns about a potential AI-driven economic shock. The core question is simple but critical: Will AI create unprecedented productivity and prosperity, or will it displace jobs faster than the economy can adapt? Lance Roberts & Michael Lebowitz break down both sides. Hosted by RIA Advisors Chief Investment Strategist, Lance Roberts, CIO, w Portfolio Manager, Michael Lebowitz, CFA Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer 0:00 - INTRO 0:58 - Why Risk Ma...
033026 ~ April Is Sexual Assault Awareness Month - Christine Watson
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3-30-26 Sell the Bounce Before the Next Drop | Before the Bell
Markets are down roughly 7% from their peak and under sustained pressure, with five consecutive weeks of negative returns—an unusually extended stretch that historically signals a near-term inflection point. Oversold conditions, weak momentum, and deeply negative money flows suggest a reflexive bounce is likely in the coming days. But investors should be cautious. This is not the end of the correction cycle. Lance Roberts breaks down why any near-term rally should be used to rebalance risk—not chase upside. With geopolitical catalysts like Iran tensions and oil price volatility acting as potential triggers, a sharp bounce could emerge quickly. However, that...
Most people think India copies the world. The truth?.
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032726 ~ Weekend Events! - Michael Bright
March 27, 2026 ~ Lucy Ann Lance is joined by Michael Bright, Assistant Calendar Editor with the Ann Arbor Observer, to take a look at the local weekend events! Michael highlights a challenging six-and-a-half-hour verbatim reading of “The Great Gatsby” and Handel’s “Semele” at the University of Michigan. He also also covers the 70th annual U of M Friars concert, the 52nd annual Dance for Mother Earth Powwow, a Fiber Expo, and a Joan Belgrave jazz performance. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Maxus Mining ramps up BC antimony exploration with 37,000-acre land package
Maxus Mining CEO Scott Walters joined Steve Darling from Proactive to discuss the company’s rapid growth and strategic focus on critical minerals exploration in British Columbia, with a particular emphasis on antimony. Formed in late 2024 with a clear mandate to target critical minerals, Maxus Mining has quickly assembled a substantial land package of approximately 37,000 acres. A significant portion of this portfolio is dedicated to antimony, now the company’s primary exploration focus. Walters emphasized, “the main focus of the company right now… is exploring our antimony properties.” The company’s flagship Alps Alturas property is a standout due to its historic...
332. STR/Airbnb Q&A: AI Tools, Tasks & Revenue in 2026 (Part 2)
<p >The short-term rental game is evolving fast—and staying ahead means asking better questions.</p> <p >In this live Q&A, we dive into real challenges operators are facing right now—from AI tools and hiring to market shifts and scaling pains. If you're growing (or thinking about it), this episode uncovers what's working today… and what could be holding you back.</p> <p >Key Takeaways:</p> How AI is transforming guest communication, inspections, and operational efficiency The fastest way to find reliable local cleaners and maintenance teams (hint: it's easier than you think) What actually changes when scaling from 5...
3-24-26 Markets Stall - Why We're Raising Cash | Before the Bell
Markets opened Monday above the 200-day moving average but failed to hold — and that failure matters. We break down why we're reducing market exposure by raising cash, what the cluster of trapped longs means for any rally attempt, and why the 20-, 50-, and 100-DMA are all stacking up as overhead resistance. This is not a crash call. It is a disciplined risk management move while the market works through a technically compromised structure. Until price reclaims the 200-DMA on a sustained basis, we are advising caution. Watch to understand the full picture before the opening bell. Key topics covered: 200-D...
3-27-26 How to Beat the 4 Biggest Retirement Risks
Most retirement plans focus on savings and returns—but that's not what truly puts retirement at risk. Richard Rosso & Jonathan McCarty break down the four biggest threats retirees face: longevity, inflation, market volatility, and emotional decision-making, and more importantly, how to navigate them. Hosted by RIA Advisors Director of Financial Planning, Richard Rosso, CFP, Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer 0:00 - INTRO 0:18 - Rich's Dreams 2:03 - Dynamic Learning Series 3:02 - Easter Candy Inflation & Post-Covid Behaviors 7:31 - Panoramic Sugar Eggs & Peeps 11:08 - The Emotional Effects of Retirement 15:04 - Sequence of Return Risks 16:08 - Social Security & Longevity 19:16 - Market Volatility is Not Yo...
Digitalbox CEO on 2025 outperformance and 2026 growth plans
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3-25-26 Markets Poised for Oversold Bounce | Before the Bell
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331. STR/Airbnb Q&A: AI Tools, Tasks & Revenue in 2026 (Part 1)
<p >The short-term rental landscape is evolving fast—and if you're not adapting, you're falling behind. In this live Q&A, Tim Hubbard breaks down the realities of dynamic pricing, AI-powered guest communication, and the systems top operators use to stay competitive.</p> <p >From pricing pitfalls to automation myths, this episode uncovers what's really working right now…</p> <p >Key Takeaways:</p> Why relying solely on dynamic pricing tools could be costing you thousands—and how to fix it The hidden flaw in "base pricing" that most hosts completely overlook How review scores and listing performance should directly impact your p...
Why Vibe Coding Is the Future of Programming.
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Season 7, Episode 4: Protecting children from digital harms (with Karl Stillner)
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033026 ~ How You Can Shape the Future of Tourism in Washtenaw County - Chad Wiebesick & Tim Crouson
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Season 7, Episode 11: Understanding Unity's Vector (with Felix The)
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3-25-26 Q&A Wednesday: Markets, Money & Your Questions Answered
Lance Roberts & Danny Ratliff answer your biggest questions about the markets, investing, and personal finance in today's rapidly changing economic environment. From stock market volatility and interest rates to long-term investing strategies and risk management, nothing is off limits. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced investor, this session is built around what you want to know right now. Hosted by RIA Advisors Chief Investment Strategist, Lance Roberts, CIO, w Senior Investment Advisor, Danny Ratliff, CFP Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer 0:00 - INTRO 1:13 - Market Performance w War in Iran 3:49 - Private Credit Firms Gating Investors 6:47 - Over Sold...
330. How to Allow Pets Without Risking Your Short Term Rental Property
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Episode 53 - Bitcoin, AI and The New QE
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Season 7, Episode 5: Ads in ChatGPT (with Rishabh Jain)
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406 Neal Collins – Agrihoods for free-range kids: a Trojan horse for regenerative agriculture
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Episode 49 - Digital Credit is for Corporations
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Episode 52 - An Increasingly Digital World
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Season 7, Episode 7: MDM Mailbag #7 (with Matej Lancaric)
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032726 ~ The Weekly Wag! - Wendy Welch
March 27, 2026 ~ Lucy Ann Lance is joined by Wendy Welch from the Humane Society of Huron Valley for this week's Weekly Wag! Wendy introduces Kipper, a one-and-a-half-year-old, 50-pound, black and white dog available for adoption. Kipper is a playful dog, but he is a “resource guarder” so he needs a home where everyone is over the age of five. Wendy also highlights the upcoming Walk and Wag and Run event on May 16, a fundraiser and “wonderland for dogs” featuring activities like a 5K race, a one-mile walk, bobbing for weenies, and a paw-parazzi station. Visit HSHV.org Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz...
033026 ~ Celebration of Women in Business - Praveena and Meera Ramaswami
March 30, 2026 ~ Lucy Ann Lance and 1290 WLBY presents the Celebration of Women in Business. We are joined by Praveena and Meera Ramaswami, Co-Founders, Cargility. This mother-daughter duo is developing a portable assisted device to help aging adults or anyone with stability challenges get in and out of cars safely. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
3-24-26 Asset Allocation, Benchmarks, and High-Yield Debt Traps
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407 Tania Rodriguez Riestra - Systems change investing done right
<p>The food, agriculture and planetary systems, for that matter, are all in serious need of change. No news there. <br/>But how? Individual investments and grants, however large, will never be big enough to move these systems. What we need is a serious, deep analysis of the food and agriculture space within a certain context: hundreds of hours of interviews with many stakeholders to map the players, the positive and negative feedback loops, and the intervention points with huge leverage (or not), trying to make sense of the messiness of a system. No, a map is never the territory, b...
Strategy stopped buying. ETFs bled $296M.
BTC bounces to $67,807. Up 1.53%. ETH leads at +3.61%. But Strategy paused buys. ETFs bled $296M last week. The buyers are quiet. The price is up. Something doesn't add up.<br /><br />Today's key developments:<br />• Strategy paused its weekly Bitcoin purchases for the first time in months, holding at 762,099 BTC — worth roughly $52 billion and more than 3.6% of Bitcoin's total supply.<br />• Aave V4 launched on Ethereum mainnet today after roughly two years of development, introducing a hub-and-spoke architecture designed to extend DeFi lending into real-world credit markets.<br />• Rate hike bets are building — not just for the Fed, but now for the Bank o...
Episode 48 - Bullish Digital Credit
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324. The World's Most Extreme Off-Grid Airbnb's
<p >Ever dreamed of sleeping under a glacier or hanging off a cliffside in a glass pod? In this episode, we uncover the world's most extreme short-term rentals and explore why guests are willing to pay top dollar for once-in-a-lifetime experiences. If you're looking to stand out in the saturated STR market, this episode will spark bold ideas.</p> Discover a floating glacier suite in Greenland that charges over $1,000 per night—and why it's worth it Hear a wild story about getting stuck in the Colombian jungle en route to an unforgettable jungle Airbnb Explore what makes guests crave "digital de...
032726 ~ "Project Hail Mary" - Perry Seibert
March 27, 2026 ~ Lucy Ann Lance is joined weekly by Perry Seibert with the Michigan Movie Critics Guild for Talking Pictures! Perry reviews “Project Hail Mary,” a sci-fi film starring Ryan Gosling. He compares it to “The Martian,” as both are from the same author and grounded in science with a human element, but “Project Hail Mary,” he proclaims, is funnier. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
409 Olusola Sowemimo - How a Nigerian lawyer built a profitable organic farm with standards, data and community
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410 Paul Hawken – Carbon is life, not the enemy
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411 Pierluigi Scordari - Skin care: the profitable Trojan horse for regen ag
<p>Why are we completely ignoring our biggest organ, our skin? The skin care and cosmetics industry is a 200 billion industry and growing fast, often with great margins. Most of it is filled with barely legal chemicals, but there is a fast-growing natural, even regenerative, beauty space and we talk to one of the leaders.</p><p>We cover everything with <b>Pierluigi Scordari, Sustainability Manager di N&B Natural is Better</b>: ferments, probiotics and prebiotics, the skin microbiome, how they started, why they are fully vertically integrated, why they specifically grow plants for their active ingredients (aka nutrient...
Gaming Realms CEO on record 2025, 2026 growth outlook
Gaming Realms PLC (LSE:GMR, OTCQX:PSDMF, FRA:RNE1) CEO Mark Segal talked with Proactive's Stephen Gunnion about the company’s strong financial performance and growth strategy, highlighting the continued momentum of its high-margin licensing business and the global expansion of its Slingo IP. Segal said the company delivered a “really good start to the year,” with licensing revenue up 10% on a constant currency basis. He explained that operational leverage is being driven by new partnerships, entry into new markets, and the ongoing success of its Slingo games. The company achieved record performance in 2025, supported by what Segal described as “probably...
325. Managing 5 Properties vs. 20: The Real Differences
<p >Scaling a short-term rental portfolio sounds exciting — until the cracks start to show. In this episode, Tim breaks down the real differences between managing 1–5 properties versus scaling to 10–20 units. From systems and staffing to pricing and mindset, you'll learn why growth magnifies everything — and what to fix before it costs you time, money, and sanity.</p> <h2 >Key Takeaways</h2> Why portfolios hit major breaking points between 10–20 units — and how to prepare for them The systems, SOPs, and technology you must have before scaling How delegation (and lack of it) directly impacts reviews and revenue The hidden revenue losses most hosts do...
Episode 50 - Some Pretty Good Money Printing
<p>Episode 50 - Some Pretty Good Money Printing</p> <p>Thank you to our sponsor, Swan Bitcoin.</p> <p>We buy Bitcoin at Swan.com</p> <p>[00:00:00] Welcome Back to The Hurdle Rate<br> [00:03:20] Strategy’s Latest<br> [00:12:55] 20 Millionth Bitcoin is Mined<br> [00:37:15] The Speed at Which AI is Advancing</p>
327. 25 Conferences Later: My Best STR Insights
<p >The short-term rental industry is shifting fast — and if you're not paying attention, you'll get left behind. In this episode, I'm breaking down the six biggest takeaways from the IMN Conference, where top operators managing hundreds of properties reveal what's really happening behind the scenes. From venture capital moves to AI breakthroughs, here's what you need to know before 2026.</p> <p >5 Key Takeaways:</p> Venture capital is quietly buying 100–200 unit property managers and reshaping the industry. Luxury rentals are outperforming commodity listings as investors chase higher returns. 80% of guest experience depends on processes — and poor systems lead to bad review...
BTC's worst 6-month streak since 2018 ends today
BTC sits at $66,608. Down -1.83% today. A close below $67,300 locks in six straight monthly losses. That hasn't happened since 2018.<br /><br />Today's key developments:<br />• Bitcoin is one bad close away from a record-tying six-month losing streak. A finish below $67,300 today would match the 2018 bear market run.<br />• Google's quantum research is moving the goalposts on Bitcoin's Q-Day timeline — researchers now warn 2032 is a credible window, not a distant sci-fi scenario.<br />• A new US rule could open the $8 trillion retirement market to crypto — and most people haven't noticed yet.<br /><br /><br />📰 Read the full Daily Pulse: https://pulse.tokenmetrics...
The 5 Financial Stages of Life — and Exactly What to Do in Each One.
<p>The 5 Financial Stages of Life — and Exactly What to Do in Each One.</p><p></p><p>#VishwasMudagal #lifestyle #life #lifelessons</p>
Why I Carry My Trash Back Home?
<p>🚨 I got laughed at… for not littering. 😶</p><p>That’s where we are right now.</p><p>Throwing trash is normal 🚮❌</p><p>Taking responsibility is “overacting” 🤷♂️</p><p>But here’s the truth 👇</p><p>If you brought it, you can carry it back 🎒</p><p>No dustbin is not an excuse 🚫</p><p>It’s a test of mindset 🧠</p><p>Next time someone mocks you for doing the right thing,</p><p>don’t stop.</p><p>That’s exactly how change begins 💯</p><p>💬 Comment 'CLEAN INDIA' if you’re in 🇮🇳</p><p>🔁 Share this to your group before your next trip.</p><p>📲 Follow @vishwas...
Light Science CEO on £300k University glasshouse contract and maintenance upside
Light Science Technologies Holdings PLC (AIM:LST, FRA:9FD) CEO Simon Deacon talked with Proactive's Stephen Gunnion about a newly secured contract worth approximately £300,000 to refurbish a university glasshouse in Wales, alongside an expected £19,000 annual maintenance package. Deacon explained that the project includes a full-service offering spanning hardware, software, and ongoing support. He noted that around 60% of the contract value comes from hardware such as lighting, sensors, environmental controls, and irrigation systems, with the remainder split between installation, maintenance, and software integration. The software component plays a key role in delivering live data and managing multiple growing zones within the fa...
$300M in longs just got wiped. Retail sold first.
$300M in long liquidations. BTC hits a two-week low. Retail sold. Whales watched. ETF outflows at a three-week high.<br /><br />Today's key developments:<br />• $300 million in long liquidations wiped out as Bitcoin dropped to a two-week low — and Glassnode data shows retail investors did most of the selling while whales stayed neutral.<br />• US Bitcoin ETF outflows hit a three-week high as geopolitical uncertainty and rising Treasury yields pressured liquidity — and traders are specifically positioning ahead of a potentially volatile weekend.<br />• ICE — the NYSE's parent company — just dropped another $600 million into Polymarket as prediction markets crossed $20 billion in monthly volume...
3-31-26 Oversold Bounce or Bigger Breakdown? | Before the Bell
Markets opened higher Monday but faded into another selloff as end-of-quarter rebalancing continues to drive volatility. With roughly $65 billion in portfolio adjustments underway, much of the recent price action is technical—not fundamental. Oversold conditions are building across the board. Momentum, relative strength, and sentiment all suggest the market is primed for a reflexive rally, with bonds already seeing buying interest and yields easing slightly. But beneath the surface, a bigger issue is emerging. While prices have declined, forward earnings estimates have not adjusted lower. If economic growth slows—especially with elevated energy prices—earnings expectations may need to reset. That c...
Markets are pricing in rate hikes again
BTC slips to $66,445. ETH breaks back below $2,000. Markets are pricing in rate hikes — not cuts. The macro floor just got shakier.<br /><br />Today's key developments:<br />• Markets are pricing in rate hikes again — and crypto is not immune. Inflation fears plus Middle East tensions are reshaping Fed expectations in real time.<br />• Gnosis and Zisk just announced the Ethereum Economic Zone — a rollup framework co-funded by the Ethereum Foundation, with Aave, Titan, and Centrifuge already signed on.<br />• The CLARITY Act could be a quiet kill switch for DeFi token yields. An analyst at 10x Research says ring-fencing yield would shift...
412 Emmanuel Luwemba – Disrupting the seed monopolies in East Africa
<p>Seeds, seeds, seeds. It all starts with power and who controls the seeds. But who is actually building scalable companies in this space? Today we have one: a decentralised seed company in Uganda that only works with indigenous seeds, is farmer-owned, and gives power, value, and control back to the farmers. The farmers are trained to select seeds and to grow them, and Emmanuel Luwemba, the founder of Eden Seeds, helps sell the best varieties to other farmers without extracting all life from the countryside like most seed companies do.<br/><br/>What about yields? Emmanuel went deep into...
Season 7, Episode 10: Deploying AI personalization at scale
<p>On this week's episode of the podcast, I am joined by Christina Augustine, the COO of Bloomreach, to discuss the rapidly evolving landscape of AI-enabled personalization in digital marketing and e-commerce. We explore how the shift from predictive models to generative agents is fundamentally changing how brands interact with consumers across multiple touchpoints. Among other things, we discuss:</p>How agentic commerce tools will redefine the traditional customer journey beyond simple search and browse functionsWhether real-time behavioral signals can replace static cohort-based segmentation for truly individualized marketingWhat role Answer Engine Optimization will play in the future of organic discovery as...
033126 ~ Rave Associates - Jim Warbritton & Rick Lack
March 31, 2026 ~ Lucy Ann Lance is joined by Jim Warbritton, President and Rick Lack, Executive Vice President, Rave Associates. Rave Associates is a distributor and sponsor of the entertainment at The FoxHole Lounge at Revel Run in Chelsea, April 11th for the first Ann Arbor Wine and Spirits Festival! Get your tickets for the first ever Ann Arbor Wine and Spirits Festival at annarborwineandspiritsfest.com . Founded by the late Bill and Mary Rave in 1974, Rave Associates Wine and Beer Importers and Distributors has built a quality portfolio of product from around the world. From its inception, Rave prides itself in representing...
329. The Airbnb Rules That Have Completely Changed in 10 Years
<p >In this episode, we take a trip down memory lane and reflect on how Airbnb has evolved over the past decade. From the early days of personal connections with hosts to the modern streamlined check-in experience, things have changed dramatically.</p> <p >What we'll cover:</p> 10 years ago on Airbnb vs today's culture Why this shift happened. What has changed and what's important to stay ahead today. Investing in STRs in 2026: Short-term rentals are still a great investment if done right. Our counterintuitive takeaway <p >While the Airbnb landscape has changed, the opportunities are still strong. Hosts who embrace...
Super Gut: El plan de 30 días para sanar tu intestino y rever... | William Davis
🎯 Resumen GRATUITO del Audiolibro Super Gut: El plan de 30 días para sanar tu intestino y revertir la enfermedad por William Davis Las ideas clave de este libro en pocos minutos. Este resumen de audiolibro de StoryShots desglosa los conceptos centrales y estrategias prácticas—para que puedas aprender más rápido y aplicar lo que más importa. Ya sea que estés viajando, haciendo ejercicio o relajándote—dale play y empieza a aprender. 📖 SOBRE ESTE LIBRO: Gases constantes, hinchazón después de cada comida, fatiga inexplicable: tu médico probablemente te dijo que es estrés. este resumen cubre...
Miners losing $19K per BTC. And still mining.
Bitcoin miners losing $19,000 per coin produced. Options fear at all-time high. Trump drops 48-hour Iran ultimatum. $299M in liquidations. This isn't a dip. It's a stress test.<br /><br />Today's key developments:<br />• Bitcoin miners are losing $19,000 on every coin they produce — and difficulty just dropped 7.8% as the miner exodus accelerates.<br />• Bitcoin options downside protection premium hit a new all-time high — even as spot prices stabilized, per VanEck.<br />• Trump issued a 48-hour ultimatum on Iran power plants, sending BTC below $69,200 with $299 million in liquidations — long positions took 85% of the damage.<br /><br /><br />📰 Read the full Daily Pulse: https://pulse.t...
Atrévete a no gustar Resumen | Ichiro Kishimi
🎯 Resumen GRATUITO del Audiolibro Atrévete a no gustar por Ichiro Kishimi Las ideas clave de este libro en pocos minutos. Este resumen de audiolibro de StoryShots desglosa los conceptos centrales y estrategias prácticas—para que puedas aprender más rápido y aplicar lo que más importa. Ya sea que estés viajando, haciendo ejercicio o relajándote—dale play y empieza a aprender. 📖 SOBRE ESTE LIBRO: Te paraliza el miedo al rechazo. este resumen cubre las ideas clave en un formato de audio práctico. ⏱️ MARCAS DE TIEMPO Y CAPÍTULOS: (00:00) Introducción (00:44) La separación de tareas: dónde termina...
326. 8 Airbnb Mistakes You Need To STOP Today
<p >Most short-term rental hosts focus on what they should be doing, but what about the things quietly hurting your business? In this episode, we flip the script and break down eight common mistakes holding hosts and property managers back. From guest screening to tech overload, these missteps could be costing you bookings, reviews, and peace of mind, and you may not even realize it yet.</p> <p >• Why poor guest screening can lead to damage, bad reviews, and long-term platform risk<br /> • The hidden danger of relying too heavily on a single booking channel<br /> • Where cheap furniture costs you mor...
No me puedes lastimar Resumen | David Goggins
🎯 Resumen GRATUITO del Audiolibro No me puedes lastimar por David Goggins Las ideas clave de este libro en pocos minutos. Este resumen de audiolibro de StoryShots desglosa los conceptos centrales y estrategias prácticas—para que puedas aprender más rápido y aplicar lo que más importa. Ya sea que estés viajando, haciendo ejercicio o relajándote—dale play y empieza a aprender. 📖 SOBRE ESTE LIBRO: Cuando crees que has llegado a tu límite, apenas has usado el 40% de tu capacidad real. este resumen cubre las ideas clave en un formato de audio práctico. ⏱️ MARCAS DE TIEMPO Y CAPÍTULOS...
No te creas todo lo que piensas por Joseph Nguyen | Resumen y reseña del libro | Audiolibro gratuito
<p>Mostrar notas / PDF & Infographic / Audiolibro gratuito / No te creas todo lo que piensas de Joseph Nguyen revela cómo cuestionar tus pensamientos puede liberarte de la negatividad y la ansiedad, guiándote hacia una mente más clara y en paz. ¿Listo para desafiar tu narrativa interna? ¿Listo para más? Aprende a tu manera. Obtén el PDF, la infografía, el audiolibro completo sin anuncios y la versión animada en la app mejor valorada StoryShots: https://www.getstoryshots.com</p> <p>🇺🇸 English version</p> <p>¡Ayúdanos a crecer para crear más contenido increíble para ti! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ No...
5 Problems India Is Solving That Will Make It the World's Next Superpower.
<p>5 Problems India Is Solving That Will Make It the World's Next Superpower.</p>
413 Anastasia Volkova - Building the world's largest MRV provider
<p>Regenerative agriculture really works. Data shows that the ability of crops, from planting to harvest, to withstand weather shocks (50-year droughts and floods happening every year, anyone?) correlates very strongly with regenerative agriculture practices. To enable that at scale, MRVs are crucial. <br/><br/>Happy to welcome back on the podcast Anastasia Volkova, co-founder of Regrow Ag, the AI-powered platform to make agriculture resilient, who just made another acquisition. We check in with the MRV pioneer and successful entrepreneur about why they are merging with the leading LATAM player. Last time we talked, five years ago, they had also j...
408 Ivan Mandela - Unicorns can wait, African farmers can't
<p>It’s a very interesting time for African agriculture and food, the continent is realising it’s potential to help feed the world, money is flowing into infrastructure to unlock this, more and more talent is coming into the space and the realisation that agro ecology or regenerative agriculture is no longer a nice niche with big margins but has the potential to become the predominant way of agriculture is performed. </p><p>After putting over $20 million to work in East Africa, Ivan Mandela, founder of SHONA Group, has learned the hard way: chasing Western style so called unicorns might...
Circle dropped 20%. The market got it wrong.
Circle stock plunged 20% in a single day. The Clarity Act spooked investors. But Bernstein says they read it backwards. BTC ETFs pulled in $2.5B this month. Someone's panicking. Someone else is buying.<br /><br />Today's key developments:<br />• Circle stock cratered 20% after the Clarity Act draft banned stablecoin yield-sharing. Then Bernstein dropped a note saying the market got it completely backwards.<br />• Bitcoin ETFs pulled in $2.5 billion in a single month, nearly erasing their year-to-date outflow losses despite a significant price drawdown.<br />• Monument Bank is tokenizing £250 million in retail deposits in what's being called a UK first. The deposits stay in...
033026 ~ Huron River Watershed Council - Jason Frenzel & Maaike Wielenga
March 30, 2026 ~ Lucy Ann Lance is joined by Jason Frenzel, Director of Community Engagement and Maaike Wielenga, Marketing and Outreach Coordinator at The Huron River Watershed Council for this week's Community Cares. The Huron River Watershed Council is charged with studying, protecting and restoring the watershed, and connecting people to the river for more than 60 years. The HRWC has played a vital role in securing statewide and federal legislation that protects our water resources. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
033026 ~ BCBSM Reduces Own Administrative Costs - Andy Hetzel
March 30, 2026 ~ Lucy Ann Lance is joined by Andy Hetzel, VP of Corporate Communications at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan! Andy discusses how healthcare system costs affect health insurance affordability. Blue Cross reduced its own expenses by $420 million to address this crisis for Michigan families. This helps offset costs, with only 8 cents of every premium dollar going to administrative costs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Episode 46 - Build The Structure
<p>Episode 46 - Build The Structure</p> <p >Thank you to our sponsor, Swan Bitcoin.</p> <p >We buy Bitcoin at Swan.com</p> <p>[00:00:00] Welcome Back to The Hurdle Rate</p> <p>[00:01:05] Kevin Warsh Named Fed Chair</p> <p>[00:24:38] Clawdbots & Moltbook</p> <p>[00:32:10] The Pref Only Model & Digital Risk</p> <p>[00:44:05] Bitcoin as a Term Asset & What a Supercycle Means</p>
Rainbow Rare Earths CEO says £11.1M provides sufficient runway to advance projects
Rainbow Rare Earths Ltd (LSE:RBW, OTC:RBWRF, FRA:RR1) CEO George Bennett talked with Proactive's Stephen Gunnion about the company’s £11.1 million fundraising and the strategic significance of bringing Traxys on board as a partner linked to the US government’s Project Vault initiative. Bennett explained how this development positions Rainbow as “a major player in the rare earths market” outside China, highlighting the company’s focus on extracting rare earth elements from phosphogypsum waste residues rather than traditional mining. This approach underpins two key assets: the Phalaborwa Project in South Africa and the Uberaba Project in Brazil. He outlined th...
3-26-26 Markets Breakdown or Bounce? | Before the Bell
Markets are testing the 200-DMA from below, a key resistance level. Failure to break above could increase downside pressure, but end-of-quarter rebalancing (~$62B in buying) may provide near-term support. Momentum is oversold, with relative strength starting to improve. A confirmed buy signal and positive divergence could drive a move toward 6,700, with resistance at the 20-DMA. Stay patient—markets can remain oversold, but improving technicals suggest potential for a recovery into early summer. Hosted by RIA Chief Investment Strategist, Lance Roberts, CIO Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer --- Watch the Video version of this report on our YouTube channel: https://yo...
Bitcoin ETFs just snapped a 4-week win streak
Spot Bitcoin ETFs broke a 4-week inflow streak. Capital is avoiding directional risk. BTC sits at $66,422. Google just gave Bitcoin devs a 2029 quantum deadline.<br /><br />Today's key developments:<br />• Spot Bitcoin ETFs snapped a 4-week inflow streak, with capital explicitly avoiding what analysts are calling 'directional risk' heading into quarter-end.<br />• Google set a 2029 deadline to migrate all authentication services to quantum-resistant cryptography — and the clock is now ticking loudest for Bitcoin developers, not Ethereum.<br />• Morgan Stanley entered the Bitcoin ETF race with a market-leading low fee, while Bitcoin miners are pivoting to AI infrastructure and selling BTC to fund...
Episode 44 - Digital Credit Clarity
<p >Episode 44 - Digital Credit Clarity</p> <p >Thank you to our sponsor, Swan Bitcoin.</p> <p >We buy Bitcoin at Swan.com</p> <p>[00:00:00] Welcome Back to The Hurdle Rate</p> <p>[00:00:56] Strategy’s Latest</p> <p>[00:11:55] Credit Spreads Hit All Time Tights</p> <p>[00:30:06] Coinbase Pulls Out of Clarity Act</p> <p>[00:43:54] Matt Cole Corners the Bitcoin Treasury Podcast Industrial Complex</p>
Episode 47 - A Time To Build
<p>Episode 47 - A Time To Build</p> <p >Thank you to our sponsor, Swan Bitcoin.</p> <p >We buy Bitcoin at Swan.com</p> <p>[00:00:00] Welcome Back to The Hurdle Rate</p> <p>[00:01:50] Bitcoin Investor Week in NYC</p> <p>[00:09:50] Bull vs Bear Markets</p> <p>[00:28:00] Is the Bottom In?</p> <p>[00:41:40] Strategy’s Earnings Call</p>
Piénsalo otra vez Resumen | Adam Grant
🎯 Resumen GRATUITO del Audiolibro Piénsalo otra vez por Adam Grant Las ideas clave de este libro en pocos minutos. Este resumen de audiolibro de StoryShots desglosa los conceptos centrales y estrategias prácticas—para que puedas aprender más rápido y aplicar lo que más importa. Ya sea que estés viajando, haciendo ejercicio o relajándote—dale play y empieza a aprender. 📖 SOBRE ESTE LIBRO: Cuando alguien cuestiona tu opinión, tu cerebro lo interpreta como un ataque personal. este resumen cubre las ideas clave en un formato de audio práctico. ⏱️ MARCAS DE TIEMPO Y CAPÍTULOS: (00:00) Intr...
333. VRBO's Big 2026 Update Every STR Host Must Know
<p >If your VRBO bookings have slowed, the problem might not be your property—it could be a major platform shift. VRBO's 2026 update is quietly reshaping how listings get visibility, and most hosts haven't caught on yet.</p> <p >In this episode, we unpack what changed, why it matters, and how to adapt before your competitors do.</p> VRBO's move from portfolio-based to listing-specific Premier Host status—and why it changes everything The 5 exact requirements you must hit to unlock higher visibility and better placement Hidden "visibility tiers" most hosts don't even realize exist (including the top 1%) Why a single bad...
Season 7, Episode 9: RecSys and internet commerce (with Michael Komasinski)
<p>On this week's episode of the podcast, I am joined by Michael Komasinski, the CEO of Criteo, to explore the rapidly evolving landscape of agentic commerce and the critical role of recommendation systems in the AI era. We delve into how Criteo is positioning itself as a commerce intelligence layer for AI assistants and the technical distinctions between large language models and purpose-built recommendation engines. Among other things, we discuss:</p>Criteo's recently announced advertising partnership with OpenAIWhether agentic commerce will transition from assisted shopping to fully autonomous purchase decisions without human oversightHow recommendation systems based on purchase data outp...
First Phosphate completes 40,000m drill program, expands mineralization at Bégin-Lamarche
First Phosphate Corp. CEO John Passalacqua joined Steve Darling from Proactive to announce the successful completion of the company’s infill drill program at its Bégin-Lamarche property in Saguenay–Lac-St-Jean, Quebec. Passalacqua said the drilling campaign, which began in October 2025, confirmed extensive and continuous phosphate mineralization across the existing resource horizon. The program also led to the discovery of two new phosphate intersections in both the Northern and Southern Zones, located on the eastern extension of the known mineralized area—highlighting the project’s potential for further expansion. In response to these encouraging results, the company expanded its original 30,000-metre dr...
Pensar rápido, pensar despacio Resumen | Daniel Kahneman
🎯 Resumen GRATUITO del Audiolibro Pensar rápido, pensar despacio por Daniel Kahneman Las ideas clave de este libro en pocos minutos. Este resumen de audiolibro de StoryShots desglosa los conceptos centrales y estrategias prácticas—para que puedas aprender más rápido y aplicar lo que más importa. Ya sea que estés viajando, haciendo ejercicio o relajándote—dale play y empieza a aprender. 📖 SOBRE ESTE LIBRO: Tu cerebro opera con dos sistemas. este resumen cubre las ideas clave en un formato de audio práctico. ⏱️ MARCAS DE TIEMPO Y CAPÍTULOS: (00:00) Introducción (00:47) El cerebro tiene dos velocidades y solo u...
404 Joe Tomandl – CAFOs have caught up, can regenerative dairy still win?
<p>We are at an interesting moment in the dairy sector. For years, smaller farmers with around 200 cows, who were also great graziers, could undercut the costs of large concentrated dairy operations, keeping costs low, taking healthy margins in good years, and surviving the bad ones.</p><p>But something has changed: CAFO dairies have grown bigger and bigger (10,000 cows is now normal, and 100,000 is no longer an exception) and their economies of scale mean they are undercutting the grazers. Of course, this leads to massive manure lagoons, animal welfare disasters, and all kinds of other externalities, but nobody is...
Accesso CEO on boosting AI reach wtih Dexibit & 2025 resaults
Accesso Technology Group PLC (LSE:ACSO, OTC:LOQPF, FRA:LQG) chief executive Steve Brown talked with Proactive's Stephen Gunnion about the company’s AI strategy, the acquisition of Dexibit, and how these initiatives could support future growth. Brown highlighted Accesso’s strong positioning in artificial intelligence gives it a competitive advantage. He explained that Dexibit represents a “step change” in how Accesso can deliver value to clients by integrating multiple data sources into a single, accessible platform. This allows operators to gain insights through conversational interfaces rather than relying solely on data specialists. Brown said: “We’re largely SaaS, we’re without mas...
Episode 45 - Preferred Equity Demand
<p>Episode 45 - Preferred Equity Demand</p> <p >Thank you to our sponsor, Swan Bitcoin.</p> <p >We buy Bitcoin at Swan.com</p> <p>[00:00:00] Welcome Back to The Hurdle Rate</p> <p>[00:00:40] Does the Preferred Equity Present a Systemic Risk to Bitcoin?</p> <p>[00:21:42] Strive + Semler: The First M&A Transaction in Bitcoin Treasuries</p> <p>[00:33:30] IBIT Bitcoin Covered Call ETF</p> <p>[00:41:51] Gold & Silver Price Action</p> <p>[00:47:30] What is Japan Saying to the World Right Now?</p> <p>[00:58:54] Bitcoin in an Action-Packed 2026</p>
¡A la mierda con tus problemas! Resumen | Gary John Bishop
🎯 Resumen GRATUITO del Audiolibro ¡A la mierda con tus problemas! por Gary John Bishop Las ideas clave de este libro en pocos minutos. Este resumen de audiolibro de StoryShots desglosa los conceptos centrales y estrategias prácticas—para que puedas aprender más rápido y aplicar lo que más importa. Ya sea que estés viajando, haciendo ejercicio o relajándote—dale play y empieza a aprender. 📖 SOBRE ESTE LIBRO: No eres lo que te pasó. este resumen cubre las ideas clave en un formato de audio práctico. ⏱️ MARCAS DE TIEMPO Y CAPÍTULOS: (00:00) Introducción (00:44) El diálogo interno que te ma...
What's the Dhurandhar Psychology? What triggered the frenzy for Dhurandhar?
<p>What's the Dhurandhar Psychology? What triggered the frenzy for Dhurandhar?</p><p>This isn't just a box office story. It's a PSYCHOLOGY story. Let’s break it down.</p><p>Here’s why it went CRAZY 👇</p><p>✅ Perfect Timing — emotions were already high, the film just ignited them</p><p>✅ Real Events = Real Impact — when cinema mirrors reality, it becomes personal</p><p>✅ Massive Star Power — a cast that pulled every section of the audience</p><p>✅ The Hero India Craved — not survival, not struggle… but dominance</p><p>✅ Identity Trigger — it didn’t sell patriotism, it validated identity</p><p>💥 That’s why thi...
The Prosperous Society, Episode 1: The primacy of distribution
<p>The Prosperous Society is a podcast series by Mobile Dev Memo that articulates an AI Bull Thesis for the digital economy. It argues that the pervasive application of AI to the digital economy will be broadly economically expansionary, leading to increased individual prosperity, expanded consumer choice, and greater human agency.</p><p>In Episode 1, I argue that AI production tools will catalyze dramatic growth in output, rendering content distribution as the primary binding constraint for commercial traction. This will accelerate growth in total digital advertising spend in support of product discovery and result in a proliferation of free software...
NYSE just hired blockchain to work weekends
NYSE taps Securitize for 24/7 tokenized stocks, joining a growing institutional race to put equities on-chain. Two of the world's biggest exchanges. Same week. This is a race now.<br /><br />Today's key developments:<br />• NYSE taps Securitize to build a 24/7 tokenized securities platform, joining a growing institutional race to put equities on-chain.<br />• Coinbase says institutional crypto is entering a 'second wave' — and this time, it's all about yield, not price speculation.<br />• Strategy (Saylor) gains access to another $44 billion to buy Bitcoin, while Bernstein calls the bottom and maintains its previously published year-end price target.<br /><br /><br />📰 Read the full Da...
Graphene Manufacturing Group CEO on European sales push, US EPA approval
Graphene Manufacturing Group Ltd (TSX-V:GMG, OTCQX:GMGMF) CEO Craig Nicol talked with Proactive's Stephen Gunnion about recent milestones, including US EPA approval and European expansion, outlining how these developments are expected to drive revenue growth in the near term. Nicol highlighted the significance of securing EPA approval for THERMAL-XR, the company’s graphene coating, describing it as a major achievement after years of work. He said, "one of the few companies in the world they've actually got that graphene approval into America through the EPA," underlining the rarity and importance of this regulatory milestone. The approval enables GMG to en...
Poolbeg Pharma CEO says POLB-001 patent win strengthens Big Pharma partnership potential
Poolbeg Pharma PLC (AIM:POLB, OTC:POLBF, FRA:POLBF) CEO Jeremy Skillington talked with Proactive's Stephen Gunnion about the company securing its first national patent for POLB-001 targeting cancer immunotherapy-induced cytokine release syndrome (CRS). Skillington explained that the patent, granted by IP Australia, covers the use of p38 MAPK inhibitors, including POLB-001, to prevent and treat CRS. He highlighted that the protection is broad and supported by proprietary data generated by the company, following a thorough examination process. The patent marks an important milestone as Poolbeg continues expanding into oncology, building on earlier filings made in the UK and through...
🚨 Most Indians aren’t building careers. They’re surviving on a monthly salary.
<p>🚨 Most Indians aren’t building careers.</p><p>They’re surviving on a monthly salary. </p><p>And that difference quietly decides your future.</p><p>A salary feels safe. It arrives every month. It pays the bills. It upgrades your lifestyle.</p><p>So most people stop questioning it.</p><p>But comfort can become a trap.</p><p>Here’s the uncomfortable reality:</p><p>✔ Salary pays for this month</p><p>✔ Career pays for your entire life</p><p>✔ Salary needs your time</p><p>✔ Career grows from your skills and reputation</p><p>✔ Salary stops when you stop worki...
032726 ~ World Class Music at the TCA - Amy Slupe
March 27, 2026 ~ Lucy Ann Lance is joined by Amy Slupe, Executive Director, Tecumseh Center for the Arts. Amy discusses their upcoming show with Lola Kristine on April 11th. Lola Christine is a singer, songwriter, and pianist from Laguna Beach, California, known for her powerful vocals and original songs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Season 7, Episode 8: Games and AI (with Joost van Dreunen)
<p>On this week's episode of the podcast, I am joined by Joost van Dreunen, the CEO of Aldora, an adjunct professor at NYU, and the author of the SuperJoost Playlist blog as well as the book One Up. </p><p>We dive into the profound impact of generative artificial intelligence on the video game industry, exploring the immediate market reactions to new tools and the long-term implications for creative production. Among other things, we discuss:</p>How generative AI models like Google's Genie will actually transform the fundamental mechanics of interactive game enginesWhy public markets reacted so aggressively to...
Who Is India’s Greatest Captain Ever?
<p>🏏 Who Is India’s Greatest Captain Ever?🔥</p><p>Indian cricket has seen some extraordinary leaders.</p><p>Some rebuilt the team. Some changed the mindset. Some made India a dominant force in world cricket. 🔥</p><p>Here’s a quick countdown based on impact, trophies, and legacy.</p><p>#5 🏗️ The Architect</p><p>Sourav Ganguly</p><p>After the crisis in Indian cricket, he rebuilt the team with fearless young players and gave India something powerful… attitude.</p><p>#4 🔥 The Aggressor</p><p>Virat Kohli</p><p>India’s most successful Test captain who transformed the team’s fitness culture, aggression...
328. These STRs Earn $150K/Year and cost ONLY $300K property
<p >The short-term rental industry is evolving fast—and the strategies that worked five years ago may not cut it today. In this episode, Natalie Palmer shares how she scaled from co-hosting in a single condo complex to raising capital for luxury destination properties. If you're wondering where STR investing is headed next, this conversation might change your approach.</p> How Natalie scaled to 10 co-hosted units in one condo complex—and why that model simplified operations Why housekeepers are your most valuable asset (and how to structure your team for success) The pricing strategy shift that's working in today's more comp...
Episode 51 - A Digital Credit Treasury
<p>Episode 51 - A Digital Credit Treasury</p> <p>Thank you to our sponsor, Swan Bitcoin.</p> <p>We buy Bitcoin at Swan.com</p> <p>[00:00:00] Welcome Back to The Hurdle Rate<br> [00:00:36] Strive ASST & SATA Update<br> [00:49:14] Strategy’s Latest Buy</p>
Why Do Indians Pay the Highest Taxes But Get the Worst Roads.
<p>Why Do Indians Pay the Highest Taxes But Get the Worst Roads.</p>
Bitcoin above $71K. Thank Trump's Iran pause.
Bitcoin clears $71,000. Trump postpones Iran strikes. BTC up 2.97%. The market isn't trading crypto anymore. It's trading the news wire.<br /><br />Today's key developments:<br />• Bitcoin surged above $71,000 after Trump announced a five-day postponement of planned strikes on Iranian power plants, citing productive diplomatic conversations.<br />• Strategy acquired 1,031 bitcoin for $76.6 million last week, bringing total holdings to 762,099 BTC — more than 3.5% of the entire 21 million supply.<br />• Tom Lee's Bitmine spent $138 million on ETH this week, extending its buying streak for three consecutive weeks despite mounting unrealized losses.<br /><br /><br />📰 Read the full Daily Pulse: https://pulse.tokenmetrics.com/p/new-post-4d...
