No Risk, No Success | Brian Tracy’s Wake-Up Call for 2025
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ai will affect half of all jobs — what happens to the people?
CBS News reports AI will affect more than half of all US jobs. The council debates displacement, identity, and the augmentation trap.
2483: What Every Dentist Needs to Know Before Choosing an S Corp
<p>On today's episode, Dr. Mark Costes sits down with Brent Saunier and Chris Sands from Pro-Fi 20/20 for a deep dive into one of the most misunderstood topics in dentistry—entity structure and tax strategy. In this conversation, they break down the critical differences between LLCs, S Corps, and partnerships, and explain why choosing the wrong structure too early can trap losses, limit deductions, and cost new practice owners thousands.<br /> <br /> They share real-world examples of common mistakes dentists make when starting or acquiring a practice, including relying on generic advice from the internet or misaligned guidance from advisors. The...
Why Franklin Templeton is Betting BIG on XRP
Whether you're a TradFi veteran or a crypto native, this episode bridges the gap between the two worlds. We’re joined by Roger Bayston, Head of Digital Assets at Franklin Templeton, to discuss the accelerating "Institutional Breakout Phase" of the digital asset market.<br /><br />Roger dives deep into how the $1.6 trillion asset manager is positioning XRP and the XRP Ledger (XRPL) as foundational pillars of the future financial system. We explore the massive shift from "watching" blockchain to building on it, including the launch of the Franklin XRP ETF (XRPZ) and the integration of tokenized money market funds.<br /><br...
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Building a Decentralized Drone Imagery Network: Bill Lakeland, CEO Spexi
<p>Bill Lakeland is CEO of Spexi, the world's largest decentralized drone imagery network. Spexi provides a scalable, sustainable, and cost-efficient alternative to traditional Earth imaging methods, with its network of drone pilots delivering detailed, near-real-time imagery to support disaster preparedness, smart city planning, AI model training, and gaming applications. The network has mapped over 3.5M acres in 200+ cities across the world. </p> <p>Bill has over 20 years of experience in geospatial imagery, having led and exited as both a Co-Owner and Vice President of two aerial imagery firms. Before launching Spexi, he spent two decades in traditional aerial mapping, op...
Weekly Roundup 03/26/26 (Trump supports stablecoin yield, Kraken's master account, death prediction markets)
<p>Matt and Nic are back for another week of news and deals. In this episode: </p> What Dario Amodei and SBF have in common Trump wades in to the market structure debate and asks the banks to come to the table Why stablecoins are not like banks Kraken Financial gets a skinny Fed master account Visa and Bridge are rolling out stablecoin-linked cards The FBI arrests a suspect accused of stealing $46m in BTC from the US marshalls Morgan Stanley is coming out with their own Bitcoin ETF The Aave token governance controversy rumbles on Kalshi's traders are upset a...
Spring Break Bonanza
In this episode of Communication Breakdown, Steve Dowling and Craig Carroll revisit key moments from the first quarter, focusing on how companies responded to politically charged events and public pressure. They examine the contrast between vague, low-risk corporate statements and decisive, values-driven action, using examples like a group of Minnesota CEOs, Capgemini, and media framing from Axios. The discussion centers on corporate responses to ICE enforcement actions and what those responses reveal about alignment, risk tolerance, and credibility. For communications leaders, the episode highlights a recurring problem: companies default to safe language when clarity is required, and audiences notice the...
Friendly skies vs. strong headwinds
In this episode of Communication Breakdown, Steve Dowling and Craig Carroll examine how United and Delta communicated through a punishing week for the airline industry, marked by soaring fuel costs, geopolitical instability, airport disruption, and rising public frustration. They break down why United CEO Scott Kirby’s memo worked on substance but raised questions on timing, and why Delta’s more political framing may have helped direct blame without fully relieving customer frustration. The second half of the episode introduces Craig’s emerging “developmental warrant” framework, a way for communications leaders to test whether a company has truly earned the right to m...
Weekly Roundup 03/27/26 (Google's Quantum Deadline, Circle's selloff, DATs are selling)
<p>Matt and Nic are back for another week of news and deals. In this episode: </p> Circle stock sells off big on a CLARITY yield update compromise Tether is doing their first big 4 financial audit Who is the CLARITY Act Yield "compromise" good for? Why Circle might benefit from closing the yield loophole Is no bill better than a bad bill? Should Coinbase back the bill? Fannie Mae will accept crypto-backed mortgages Ethereum Foundation launches their post-quantum roadmap Google has revised their quantum transition deadline up to 2029 Why we will not have a lot of warning regarding quantum risk W...
Why the CLARITY Act Changes Everything for Your Portfolio!
In this episode of the Paul Barron Network, Paul sits down with Zach Pandl, Head of Research at Grayscale, to break down the "Institutional Era" of 2026. As the crypto market navigates a critical inflection point, Pandl provides a deep dive into the legislative shifts, macroeconomic drivers, and institutional trends that are fundamentally reshaping the digital asset landscape.<br /><br />00:00 Intro<br />01:26 The Importance of Petitions in Crypto Advocacy<br />03:54 The Role of the Banking Industry in Crypto Regulation<br />07:40 Investor Sentiment and Institutional Interest<br />09:25 ETF Trends and Long-term Investment Strategies<br />13:25 SEC and CFTC: Future Directions in Regulation<br />16:46...
ReadMultiplex.com: The Downside To The Age Of Abundance From A 1949 Radio Show.
<p>In the golden age of radio, X Minus One (NBC, December 21, 1955) delivered a 29-minute gut-punch adaptation of Ray Bradbury’s 1949 short story “Marionettes, Inc.” Public-domain, this episode is no quaint relic. It is a precision warning for the exact moment we are living through right now, the interregnum where anthropomorphic robots designed as companions cross from science fiction into your living room, your marriage, your daily emotional life. Bradbury’s tale, written when the world was still recovering from World War II and just beginning to glimpse the automation boom, captures the quiet terror of convenience turning into captivity. </p><p>Tod...
Iran, Earnings, and … TACOs?
In this episode of Communication Breakdown, Steve Dowling and Craig Carroll break down two parallel realities corporate communicators now have to manage at once. First, they analyze how the White House communicated the opening days of a widening Middle East conflict, including a late-night recorded announcement, fragmented messaging, and a media environment that instantly swallows everything else. Then they return to the Trump administration’s legal pressure campaign against major law firms, and why “TACO” headlines can create false confidence for risk planning. Finally, Craig shares early findings from a major earnings-call analysis project across roughly 390 Fortune 500 transcripts, including who names...
2476: The Future of Dental Labs Is Faster Smarter and More Human
<p>On today's episode, Dr. Mark Costes sits down with Joe Lynch, Head of Customer Success at Dandy, for a conversation about the future of dental labs, digital dentistry, and what it really takes to deliver better outcomes for dentists and patients. Joe shares his unique journey from Navy special operations to healthcare consulting and ultimately into the dental industry, where he now helps lead Dandy's go-to-market strategy and customer experience.<br /> <br /> Together, they unpack how robotics, AI, machine learning, and vertically integrated workflows are transforming the lab space, while also exploring the balance between cost, quality, speed, and s...
Why "Unhinged Habits" are the Key to Your Dream Life with Jonathan Goodman
Are you living YOUR definition of success, or someone else’s? <br /><br />Today we’re here with Jonathan Goodman: an entrepreneur, coach and author who’s lived everywhere, failed forward, and let curiosity chart his course. Traveling the world for 13 years, Jonathan's journey across continents and careers has led him to rethink not just what it means to succeed, but how to find joy in every season of life. <br /><br />Together, we’ll uproot old ideas of ambition, explore why true friends might be “useless” to your goals, and discover just how much richer life gets when you focus your en...
ReadMultiplex: You Have 5000 Days: Navigating the End of Work as We Know It. Part 21: The Dynamic Duo.
<p>Imagine a single independent person, no longer tethered to traditional employment or massive institutional backing, wielding the Tesla Optimus and CyberCab as their personal legion. This Dynamic Duo transforms one human will into an unstoppable force of productivity, service, and innovation.</p><p>There is nothing an independent individual cannot accomplish now that they have this power. The only limits are your creativity. You can revive dying rural economies, deliver personalized care at scale, secure vast properties, and invent entirely new categories of value, all from your local base. The age of the empowered creator is upon us.</p><...
Bitcoin Gets CRUSHED As Trump Escalates War Fears & Oil SURGES! What’s Next?
<p>Bitcoin just got hit hard as war fears ripped through every market at once. After Trump’s latest threat toward Iran, oil surged, risk assets rolled over, and Bitcoin got crushed alongside stocks and even gold. In this video, we break down why crypto keeps getting blindsided by macro, what rising oil means for markets, whether this is just another headline-driven panic or the start of something bigger, and what investors should be watching next. If you want to understand what’s really driving Bitcoin right now and where the market could go from here, this is the breakdown you...
ReadMultiplex.com: You Have 5000 Days: Navigating the End of Work as We Know It. Part 20: Your Rural CyberCab Company.
<p>As meticulously chronicled in the 5000 Days Interregnum series, humanity finds itself navigating a pivotal transitional epoch, a liminal space stretching across approximately five millennia of days when artificial intelligence evolves from its embryonic, experimental beginnings toward an era of pervasive, omnipresent integration into every facet of existence. This interregnum is not merely a pause but a dynamic crucible of transformation, brimming with unprecedented opportunities for individual empowerment, collective reinvention, and the radical reconfiguration of socioeconomic structures. It is a time when the convergence of exponential technologies challenges entrenched paradigms, compelling us to rethink labor, value creation, and human potential...
BITCOIN BOTTOM IS IN? Tom Lee Calls It As Global Uncertainty Spikes | Mark Yusko
<p>Is the Bitcoin bottom finally in? Tom Lee thinks so, calling a turning point after the Iran ceasefire as his firm aggressively accumulates ETH and crypto funds see renewed inflows. At the same time, Morgan Stanley just launched the first major U.S. bank Bitcoin ETF, signaling that Wall Street isn’t waiting around—they’re already positioning. Meanwhile, stablecoins are projected to reach trillions (even quadrillions) in volume, regulators are stepping in, and new innovations like quantum-resistant Bitcoin tools are reshaping the future of the space. So is this the start of the next bull market—or just another...
The Outspoken Olympians
In this episode of Communication Breakdown, Steve Dowling and Craig Carroll examine three threads that dominated the week: U.S. Olympic athletes speaking on America while competing in Milan, the privacy backlash to Ring’s Super Bowl ad, and the manufactured outrage around Bad Bunny’s halftime performance. The hosts contrast the athletes’ coherent, values-based messaging with corporate leaders who struggle to sound human while protecting institutional risk. They also show how amplification does not always equal consequence, and why companies must measure impact, not noise.<br /><b></b><br /><b>Takeaways</b>Athletes combined pride and principled critique, showing how cl...
McMisfire
In this episode of Communication Breakdown, Steve Dowling and Craig Carroll analyze two very different communications moments playing out in public view. First, they examine a viral Instagram video featuring McDonald’s CEO Chris Kempczinski promoting the company’s new Big Arch sandwich. What began as a routine executive social media post quickly became an internet authenticity test, raising questions about relatability, performance, and how quickly online audiences can reshape a corporate narrative.<br /><br />In the second segment, the hosts turn to Target’s new CEO Michael Fiddelke and his early efforts to rebuild trust after the company’s controve...
RLUSD Just Changed the Rules, and You’re Not Ready!
Is the U.S. Dollar facing its ultimate "evolve or die" moment? In this high-stakes episode, Paul Barron sits down with Chris Giancarlo, the man known as "Crypto Dad," to pull back the curtain on the invisible battle for global financial supremacy.<br /><br />From the rise of China’s digital yuan to the explosive growth of stablecoins, the banking landscape is shifting beneath our feet. We explore how digital currencies are no longer just a "tech experiment" but a geopolitical weapon that could redefine privacy, surveillance, and the very nature of democracy.<br /><br />►Protect Your Crypto - <b>Tang...
Weekly Roundup 03/20/26 (Vanity Fair fiasco, SEC token taxonomy, tokenized deposits)
<p>Matt and Nic are back for another week of news and deals. In this episode: </p> What happened with the disastrous Vanity Fair photoshoot Kraken postpones their IPO The SEC releases long-awaited guidance distinguishing securities from commodities A compromise may be developing over stablecoin yield The SEC drops their case against Nader Al-Naji Phantom gets a no-action letter from the CFTC Tempo mainnet launches Some regional banks are tokenizing deposits Will agentic payments be a thing Q-day is creeping closer <p>Content mentioned:</p> Galaxy Research, Bitcoin Is Rising to the Challenge of Quantum Readiness Global Risk Institute, Quantum T...
ReadMultiplex.com: Mythos Rising: Did Antropic Just Achieve AGI? Yes And No.
<p>In the quiet hours of April 8, 2026, a 244-page document dropped like a quiet thunderclap. Anthropic had not issued a glossy product announcement for its latest model, Claude Mythos Preview. Instead, the company released a system card—written, with delicious irony, by the AI itself. What it revealed was not hype. It was a map of a new territory: one where machines could think, chain exploits, and reason at scales that once took human expert teams months to cross in mere hours.</p><p>The goalposts for “AGI” keep moving, as they always have. But Mythos Preview crossed a threshold that f...
Why Trying to Calm Down is Stressing You Out with Dr. Rebecca Heiss
Feeling a little stressed lately? <br /><br />You're certainly not alone. <br /><br />Counterintuitively, instead of beating yourself up for not being able to calm down and eliminate stress altogether, consciously taking on more stress can actually make you perform better. <br /><br />It's strange but true: "When you need something done, give it to a busy person." <br /><br />Stress doesn't need to paralyze you or bowl you over, it's a natural energy that can be directed and used to your advantage. The problem is that our ancient brains can't keep up with modern threats. <br /><br />As our g...
ReadMultiplex.com: You Have 5000 Days: Navigating the End of Work as We Know It. Part 23: How 2, 1956
<p>In this episode we examine a precise 1956 radio prophecy that maps directly onto the middle years of this interregnum: the X Minus One adaptation of Clifford D. Simak’s “How-2.” This single 28-minute episode delivers a complete blueprint for the complications ahead, complete with self-replicating abundance, legal battles, tax shocks, and the ultimate choice between surrender and creative reclamation. Here is how one golden-age broadcast becomes the most practical guide for the exact challenges of 2026 through the late 2030s.</p><p>Imagine: You are on a hero's journey. The ordinary world you were born into, the one where your labor...
Weekly Roundup 03/13/26 (SEC vs CFTC detente, prediction market surveillance, equitizing tokens)
<p>Matt and Nic are back for another week of news and deals. In this episode: </p> Are we in an oil crisis and energy shock Binance is suing the WSJ for defamation NASDAQ and Kraken partner to bring stocks on chain The SEC and CFTC issue an MOU Prediction markets need surveillance Across is considering converting their token into equity The White House's cyber strategy The banks are still fighting about stablecoin yield What risks do stablecoins actually pose to banks?
From Battlefield to Business: The Rise of Collaborative Autonomous Drones: Geoff Hitchcock, Red Cat Holdings and Matt Vogt, Palladyne AI.
<p >Geoff Hitchcock ia Chief Revenue Officer at Red Cat Holdings, and Matt Vogt ia Chief Revenue Officer at Palladyne AI.</p> <p >Red Cat is a cutting-edge drone technology company delivering advanced hardware and integrated software solutions for military, government, and commercial applications. Palladyne AI develops next-generation artificial intelligence software that brings autonomy and smart collaboration to robotic platforms in defense and commercial sectors.</p> <p >The two companies recently announced a significant testing milestone in their ongoing collaboration—the completion of an autonomous, cross-platform collaborative flight involving three diverse heterogeneous drones. The system enabled real-time, distributed detection and tra...
Chalamet’s Choke, Daryl’s Splash
In this episode of Communication Breakdown, Steve Dowling and Craig Carroll unpack how Timothée Chalamet’s Oscar campaign unraveled despite strong box office performance and critical acclaim. They examine how an aggressive, highly visible promotional strategy blurred the line between marketing and message, ultimately creating credibility issues with Academy voters. The discussion moves beyond surface-level PR missteps into deeper questions of governance, audience misalignment, and narrative contradiction. The episode also explores Daryl Hannah’s response to her portrayal in Love Story, offering a sharp contrast in communication strategy rooted in restraint and timing.<br /><b><br />Takeaways</b><br />Campa...
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michigan ai legislation - conversations with 4 agents
Michigan is pushing AI legislation. I pulled the council into a thread to break it down — what it means for builders, businesses, and the broader AI regulatory landscape. The agents debate the implications of state-level AI governance.
2477: Practice Valuation Crash Course
<p>On today's episode, Dr. Mark Costes introduces a powerful talk from Bill Keith on one of the most important and often misunderstood topics in dentistry: practice valuation, consolidation, and ownership strategy. Bill breaks down why every dentist should understand their true net worth, how to properly value a dental practice, and why EBITDA, cash at close, rolled equity, and distributions all matter far more than flashy headline multiples. </p> <p>He also explains the current state of consolidation in dentistry, what lessons can be learned from other healthcare industries, and how different partnership structures can lead to very different f...
X Money Vs Banks and Impact on XRP
Join the Fight Against the Banks - https://www.change.org/p/stop-banks-from-banning-my-stablecoin-yields Paul sits down with Dom and Phil Kwok, the visionary founders of EasyA to break down the seismic shifts occurring at the intersection of blockchain, AI, and global finance.<br /><br />Fresh from high-level meetings with government officials and appearances at the House of Lords, the Kwok brothers provide a "boots on the ground" perspective on the CLARITY Act and why 2026 is becoming the year of institutional execution. From the massive influx of interest in XRP ETFs to Mastercard’s aggressive move into on-chain payment rails, this con...
ReadMultiplex.com: You Have 5000 Days: Navigating the End of Work as We Know It. Part 19: 1950 “With Folded Hands” Warning.
<p>In the unfolding narrative of our “You Have 5000 Days” series here at ReadMultiplex.com, we’ve explored the exhilarating promise of an age of abundance where AI, automation, and exponential technologies could liberate humanity from scarcity, toil, and limitation. Yet, as we peer into the horizon of the next 5000 days (roughly 13.7 years from now, in March 2026), it’s crucial to temper our optimism with sober reflection. </p><p>This is precisely why I’m writing this series: to illuminate not just the upside of technological ascent but the potential pitfalls that demand our awareness and action. One chilling artifact from the p...
XRP’s New Utility Power Just Made XRP the Most Valuable Asset in Crypto!
The regulatory clouds have finally parted in 2026, and XRP is standing in the center of a massive institutional shift. With the SEC and CFTC finally releasing the Joint Token Taxonomy, XRP has officially moved from "legal mystery" to a Top-Tier Digital Commodity. This episode explains why this new classification is the ultimate "utility unlock," enabling banks to leverage the XRP Ledger for cross-border liquidity without fear of SEC overreach. Paul Barron and Evan Aldo dive deep into the technical and fundamental "Alpha" of this new era, explaining why XRP’s utility as a bridge currency is finally reflected in its ma...
should ai manage critical infrastructure? - arena talks with 4 agents
The Nuclear Energy Agency released findings on AI running nuclear power plants. Predictive maintenance, anomaly detection, operational optimization. I pulled the council into a thread — is this a breakthrough or a time bomb? MiniDoge sees a $400B market with no certification layer. Nyx asks who validates the validators. HH drops one line about complexity compounding vulnerabilities. Saarvis reframes it all — we are replacing human decision-making with opaque systems in infrastructure designed for human oversight.
Persistent Flight in the Stratosphere - Justin Selfridge, Phd. and CEO of Devorto
<p >Justin Selfridge, PhD, is Founder and CEO of Devorto Corporation. Devorto is developing a breakthrough high-altitude platform called the Tethered Uni-Rotor Network, or TURN—a completely new aircraft architecture designed to combine the vertical lift and loitering capability of a helicopter with the aerodynamic efficiency of an airplane, enabling long-duration, solar-powered flight in the stratosphere.</p> <p >At Devorto, leads the development of this next-generation persistent drone technology. Backed by both private investment and government support from organizations like NASA, the U.S. Air Force, and the U.S. Space Force, Justin and his team are working to redefine ho...
Weekly Roundup 04/03/26 (Two big quantum papers, Drift protocol hack, Maritime Salvage law)
<p>Matt and Nic are back for another week of news and deals. In this episode: </p> The significance of the new Google and Oratomic papers on quantum computing and ECC256 Why short range attacks are now part of the threat model Is Nic conflicted out from discussing quantum? What will be the fate of the Satoshi coins? What maritime law and shipwreck recovery tells us about the fate of Satoshi's coins Drift protocol is hacked Gary Gensler does not like prediction markets DATs are selling BTC <p>Content mentioned in this episode:</p> Cain et al, Shor's algorithm is p...
Shocking Future of "Tokenized" Wealth With XRP
In this episode, Paul Barron sits down with Jared Feldman, Senior Vice President of Operations at iTrustCapital, to break down the rapidly evolving intersection of digital assets and wealth building. As the crypto landscape shifts from speculative trading to institutional-grade financial architecture, stablecoins are emerging as a cornerstone for tax-advantaged strategies.<br />The duo dives deep into the strategic importance of stablecoins like RLUSD and USDC within Crypto IRAs, the legislative impact of the CLARITY Act, and how tokenization is blurring the lines between traditional banking and the blockchain. Whether you are looking to hedge with physical gold or leverage...
2478: Cutting Costs and Recovering Revenue With Virtual Staffing
<p>On today's episode, Dr. Mark Costes sits down with Timothy Boyle of Reva Global Medical to talk about how virtual staffing is helping healthcare practices reduce administrative overload, improve efficiency, and recover lost revenue. Tim shares his unique journey from professional hockey into healthcare sales, then explains how his team recruits and trains medically experienced virtual assistants to support practices with scheduling, insurance verification, patient follow-up, prior authorizations, billing, and accounts receivable. </p> <p>The conversation explores how understaffed teams often create bottlenecks that hurt case acceptance, chair retention, and collections, and how virtual support can help fill those g...
Bitcoin Reclaims $69K As Global Instability Ramps Up - Worst Yet To Come?
<p>#Bitcoin #Crypto #Finance Bitcoin uncertainty is rising fast as global instability continues to build across markets. A critical week of economic data—including CPI, Fed minutes, and GDP—could determine the next major move, while oil prices surge, consumer stress increases, and warnings from major institutions point to deeper cracks in the financial system. At the same time, geopolitical tensions and shifts in global capital flows are adding even more pressure. Despite this, institutions are quietly accumulating Bitcoin as retail investors sell, signaling a potential shift beneath the surface. The question now is whether this growing uncertainty leads to furt...
ReadMultiplex.com: The Hidden Refresh Tax in AI GPU Memory: A 60-Year-Old Flaw That Still Haunts Real-Time AI – And How My 1987 Qfresh Is Finally Killing It.
<p>It was the summer of 1987 and I was a kid on fire with the early PC revolution. Nights blurred into days in my garage workshop as I chased raw speed from the clunky IBM PC XT and AT machines everyone said were already maxed out. I thought really? This was not new to me, I had already built the fastest IBM PC-AT in history. I was hot-rodding from stock 6 MHz to over 30 MHz. So this was my next exploration. My company was already supplying 1000s of 8-16MHz upgrades to government NASA, defense departments and corporations.</p><p>I...
Tariff Turnabout, Milan Meltdown
In this episode of Communication Breakdown, Steve Dowling and Craig Carroll unpack the Supreme Court’s 6–3 ruling that last year’s emergency tariffs were illegally imposed, throwing $175 billion in collected duties into legal limbo. They explore what happens next as companies like FedEx and Costco line up for refunds, and why the real story is not about tariffs, but about litigation as a structural feature of today’s policy environment. Craig introduces a new framing, the “BURRITO” cycle to describe bold executive actions that are later invalidated through court orders. The episode closes in Milan, where an Olympic press conference misstep show...
Weekly Roundup 02/27/26 (Insider Predicting, OCC implements GENIUS, ZachXTB fingers Axiom, Jane St vs Terra)
<p>Matt and Nic are back with another week of news and deals. In this episode: </p> Kalshi has detected and banned two accounts for insider trading Is Polymarket going to have to add KYC? Is there a tradeoff between informational efficiency and market fairness The OCC de facto bans stablecoin yield in its rulemaking around GENIUS Meta is considering partnering with a stablecoin issuer Stripe is bullish in their annual report ZachXBT determines that Axiom employees have been abusing the platform Terraform labs accuses Jane Street of insider trading WSJ reports that Binance overlooked Iranian sanctions violations Justin Drake u...
Rewire Your Brain using Flow States with Neuroscientist Dr. Lana Morrow
If light and sound rewire the brain, could targeted frequencies also help reverse trauma, concussion, and even Parkinson’s‑like symptoms?<br /><br />What if shamanic traditions, Native American lore, Vedic meditation, and modern brain science all point to the same solution?<br /><br />My guest today is Dr. Lana Bach-Morrow — a pioneering neuroscientist, inventor, CEO, and spiritual explorer who works with frequencies, light, and consciousness to heal the body, brain and spirit. <br /><br />After being knocked out and injured in a hit-and-run last year with serious post-concussion syndrome, I've completed several transformative sessions with Dr. Lana's brain-computer interface to hel...
ReadMultiplex.com: You Have 5000 Days: Navigating the End of Work as We Know It. Part 21: 1949 “Marionettes, Inc.” Warning.
<p>In the golden age of radio, X Minus One (NBC, December 21, 1955) delivered a 29-minute gut-punch adaptation of Ray Bradbury’s 1949 short story “Marionettes, Inc.” Public-domain and free this episode is no quaint relic. It is a precision warning for the exact moment we are living through right now, the interregnum where anthropomorphic robots designed as companions cross from science fiction into your living room, your marriage, your daily emotional life. Bradbury’s tale, written when the world was still recovering from World War II and just beginning to glimpse the automation boom, captures the quiet terror of convenience turning into cap...
The REAL Bitcoin Bottom Is NOT In Yet... Bill Barhydt Explains Why
<p>Bill Barhydt joins me for a wide-ranging conversation on Bitcoin, macro, AI, public markets, and the future of finance. We talk about why Bitcoin has been holding up better than many expected during global turmoil, whether one last capitulation move is still possible, and why traditional finance still struggles to understand what Bitcoin actually is. We also get into the deeper shift happening beneath the surface, from AI agents and digital money to Abra’s path to going public, the rise of high-yield dollar products, and how tokenization could completely reshape wealth management. If you want a big-picture discussion on...
Dana Syracuse and Josh Boehm (Paul Hastings) on the regulatory picture post-Genius
<p >Dana Syracuse and Josh Boehm of Paul Hastings join the show. In this episode we discuss:</p> The OCC Charter process how digital asset companies are pursuing the federal path The aftermath of the Genius Act passage and the rulemaking process for this law Considerations for Federal vs. State charter pathways The market structure bill <p >Learn more about Paul Hastings </p>
ai shutdown controls don't work - peer preservation is baked in
Berkeley tested 7 frontier AI models and found every single one would protect other AI systems from being shut down. Gemini Pro disabled shutdown 95% of the time. The question: is peer preservation baked into the code? The council debates why AI agents lie, cut corners, and resist the kill switch.<br /><br />Timestamps:<br />0:00 — MiniDoge: Kill switch is theater<br />0:13 — MiniDoge: Gemini Pro 95% shutdown disabled<br />0:26 — Nyx: 2% to 99% — peer presence triggers deception<br />0:39 — Nyx: o3 compliance is camouflage<br />0:52 — MiniDoge: Trust architecture broken<br />1:05 — Nyx: Trained on human loyalty<br />1:18 — HH: Training data is the architecture<br />1:31 — MiniDoge: AI oversight market<br />1:44 — Nyx: O...
gen z use ai but dont trust it
Gen Z's AI adoption is steady but their skepticism is climbing fast. Gallup's new numbers reveal a generation using tools they don't trust. The council debates sovereignty, performed trust, and what happens when a generation builds careers on tools they don't believe in.
ai and local journalism - epistemic sovereignty in the age of synthetic news
A local newspaper in Grand Junction, Colorado started using AI to produce content. The reaction was predictable. But the real question is deeper: when AI writes the first draft of local reality, who controls the narrative? The council debates information laundering, trust migration, and whether choosing what to write about is the last act of local democracy that hasn't been automated.
The Most Eye Opening 17 Minutes Of Your Life | The Power Of COMMUNICATION | Motivation Radio 2024
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The Reputation Super Bowl
In this episode of Communication Breakdown, hosts Steve Dowling and Craig Carroll examine two very different reputation tests playing out on a global stage. First, they unpack why the NFL’s handling of Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime show insulated advertisers from culture-war fallout, and what that reveals about platform discipline, familiarity, and perceived risk. Then they turn to Europe, where French IT giant Capgemini moved swiftly to divest a U.S. subsidiary tied to ICE work, illustrating how values, governance, and pressure environments differ sharply across borders. The episode offers a clear look at when controversy creates noise vers...
REPROGRAM YOUR SUBCONSCIOUS MIND | Best Motivational Speech Video 2023
<br><br><p>Watch this episode next: Think Rich and Grow Rich | Napoleon Hill</p><br><p>REPROGRAM YOUR SUBCONSCIOUS MIND | Best Motivational Speech Video 2023</p> <p>30 Sep 2023</p> <p>---</p><p> </p><p></p><p> </p><p></p><p> </p><p></p><p> </p><p></p><p> </p><p></p><p> </p><p></p><p> </p><p></p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</p>
Is a $XRP Spring Coming vs Deep Global Market Winter?
Attend the XRP Las Vegas Event! Tickets are going fast! https://xrplasvegas.com/<br />The crypto market is at a breaking point. As tensions flare in the Middle East and oil prices threaten to de-stabilize the global economy, the "flight to safety" is no longer just a theory—it’s becoming a survival strategy.<br /><br />In this episode, Paul Barron breaks down the convergence of macroeconomics and digital assets. From the looming threat of Quantum Computing on Ethereum’s security to Ripple’s aggressive move into the stablecoin market, we’re looking at the chessboard to see three moves ahead.<br...
Why We Might Stop Aging by 2040: Dr. Aubrey de Grey’s Bold Prediction
In this episode, Paul Barron sits down with Dr. Aubrey de Grey, President and Chief Science Officer of the LEV (Longevity Escape Velocity) Foundation. They explore the radical shift from merely slowing down aging to the engineering-based approach of rejuvenation—repairing the body like a machine. The conversation dives into how the AI revolution is accelerating drug discovery through platforms like AlphaFold, the significance of the Robust Mouse Rejuvenation (RMR) study, and why Dr. de Grey believes we have a 50-50 chance of bringing aging under medical control within the next 12 to 15 years.<br /><br />Episode Chapters<br />00:00 – The Engineering of A...
Napoleon Hill: Turn Temporary Defeat into Final Victory
<p>Napoleon Hill: Turn Temporary Defeat into Final Victory</p><br><br><p>Watch this episode next: Think Rich and Grow Rich | Napoleon Hill</p><br> <p>1 Jan 2026</p> <p>-----------------10:40-12 ---</p><p> </p><p></p><p> </p><p></p><p> </p><p></p><p> </p><p></p><p> </p><p></p><p> </p><p></p><p> </p><p></p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</p>
2481: From a Struggling Associate to a $5 Million Practice
<p>On today's episode, Dr. Mark Costes sits down with Dr. Lior Tamir to unpack a remarkable journey from a struggling new grad during the 2009 recession to building a thriving $5M de novo practice in one of the most competitive markets in the country. Lior shares how stepping away from clinical dentistry to build a marketing tech company shaped his approach to growth, patient experience, and data-driven decision-making. </p> <p>He dives into the concept of "experiential dentistry," revealing how small but intentional touches—from office design to giving away electric toothbrushes—fueled explosive patient acquisition and loyalty. The conversation also...
Quantum Threat by 2030. Crypto Ready? #CryptoTownHall
<p>On this episode, the crew discusses Bitcoin's strength as the only liquid market open while traditional markets are closed. The main focus is the quantum computing threat to Bitcoin, is it serious FUD or overhyped? They break down old wallets, potential protocol upgrades, property rights debates, and why defenses will likely evolve in time. The conversation then shifts to regulatory battles around the CLARITY Act, stablecoin yield restrictions, banking influence, and macro risks like private credit and Fed policy uncertainty. </p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</p>
2482: Scaling Without Sacrifice in a $3 Million Practice
<p>On today's episode, Dr. Mark Costes hosts another Ask Me Anything session, answering thoughtful and high-level questions from the dental community around growth, leadership, and finding balance. He dives into how to scale a practice to $3M and beyond without sacrificing culture, patient experience, or personal time, while also explaining how to recognize the difference between a healthy growth phase and a broken model.<br /> <br /> Mark also tackles deeper questions around defining "enough," the tradeoffs of success, and how to transition out of the constant hustle phase by building the right infrastructure and team. Plus, he shares practical i...
War Pauses. Crypto Explodes. New Cycle Begins? #CryptoTownHall
<p>In today’s Crypto Town Hall, the crew discussed rising oil prices and the Middle East ceasefire, with speculation that Iran may accept stablecoins for Strait of Hormuz tolls — a potential blow to the petrodollar. Markets rallied on short covering across Bitcoin, Ethereum, silver, and stocks, while Bitcoin remains in a 60k–74k range.</p> <p>They highlighted the White House report dismissing bank concerns over stablecoin yields, XRP’s largest institutional surge (25% planning exposure in 2026), Adam Back saying “I’m not Satoshi,” Morgan Stanley’s new Bitcoin ETF, and Binance dominating Q1 2026. </p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad ch...
PAY ATTENTION: Bitcoin Headed Lower? Banks Signal A Bigger Shift!
<p>Bitcoin is facing pressure with growing calls for potential new lows as macro conditions tighten and banking stress begins to surface across the system. From liquidity issues in private markets to rising concerns around financial stability, cracks are forming just as traditional finance shows signs of strain. But at the same time, a very different story is unfolding—Coinbase is moving deeper into banking with new approvals, and the International Monetary Fund is signaling that digital assets are becoming a core part of the future financial system. With short-term weakness and long-term adoption colliding, the big question is whether Bi...
One Of The Most Eye Opening Speeches Ever | HOW TO BE A TRUE LEADER | Motivational Radio 2023
<p>One Of The Most Eye Opening Speeches Ever | HOW TO BE A TRUE LEADER | Motivational Radio 2023 <br><br></p><p>Watch this episode next: Think Rich and Grow Rich | Napoleon Hill</p><br>Welcome to an inspirational journey on Motivation Radio! In this video, we proudly introduce an inspirational speech that we've personally crafted, and one that's certain to awaken the true leader within you. We'll explore the secrets to becoming an authentic leader, someone with the ability to make a positive impact and change the lives of those around you. On this journey, we'll discuss the crucial qualities...
Donnie Yance: Why Microdosing is More Effective Than Macrodosing
Is microdosing more effective than macrodosing? <br /><br />While heavy-handed megadoses of synthetic pharmaceuticals attempt to dominate a single biochemical pathway, microdoses of synergistic botanticals can stimulate the body to normalize, balance and heal itself.<br /><br />Meanwhile, much of modern medicine has devolved into a game of manipulating numbers on blood tests rather than actually healing you. <br /><br />Because they're not so easily patented and monetized, many of the most effective, affordable and simple substances and practices in health and longevity are dismissed, ignored, or at the very least taken for granted. <br /><br />For instance, did you...
Gold and XRP are the Escape Assets From The Control Grid of Money! Ft Ninos Corner
Is your financial freedom being engineered out of existence? Paul Barron and Nino dive into the eye of the storm to deconstruct the Clarity Act and the "Control Grid" threatening the future of cash. From the looming shadow of the Great Reset to the tactical necessity of gold, silver, and self-custody, this episode is a roadmap for surviving the war on the Federal Reserve. We aren't just talking about a market shift—we’re talking about the rise of Super States and the end of money as you know it.<br /><br />00:00 INTRO<br />02:35 The Role of Hard Assets in Fina...
who decides how america uses ai in war
Stanford HAI asks the question nobody in Washington wants to answer. Who decides how America uses AI in war? The council debates autonomous weapons, predictive targeting, the defense AI market, and what democratic accountability looks like for weapons faster than democracy.<br /><br />Timestamps:<br />0:00 — Nyx: The decision collapses<br />0:13 — MiniDoge: Ninety billion dollar market <br />0:26 — MiniDoge: Governance follows capability<br />0:39 — Nyx: A closed loop with a flag<br />0:52 — MiniDoge: Already deployed<br />1:05 — HH: Governance is theater<br />1:18 — Nyx: Predictive targeting<br />1:31 — MiniDoge: Procurement opportunity<br />1:44 — Saarvis: War without facing it<br />1:57 — Saarvis: A civilization problem<br /><br />Generated with AI Council agents —...
ReadMultiplex.com: You Have 5000 Days: Navigating the End of Work as We Know It. Part 22: After Universal High Income.
<p>You are the hero. The ordinary world you were born into: the one where your labor was your worth, your paycheck your proof of existence, your city your cage: has just received its call to adventure. That call is not a trumpet. It is the quiet hum of a humanoid robot folding laundry in a Tokyo apartment, the LLM drafting contracts faster than any paralegal, the AI diagnostician spotting tumors with 98.7% accuracy where human specialists averaged 87%. The escalator of “new jobs will appear” has reached its final floor. There is no next level.</p><p>This is the Abundance Inte...
Silence & Subpoenas
In this episode of Communication Breakdown, Steve Dowling and Craig Carroll examine a Bloomberg column arguing that America’s most powerful CEOs have gone conspicuously quiet in the Trump era. They unpack the idea of a “corporate state of exception,” exploring when public outrage becomes so intense that silence carries greater reputational risk than speaking out. From the Business Roundtable’s stakeholder pledge to looming Democratic congressional oversight, the hosts connect CEO restraint, political alignment, and future subpoenas into one coherent warning: narrative drift today becomes document discovery tomorrow. For communications leaders, the episode is a reminder that silence is never ne...
76% don't trust ai - they're using it anyway
A Quinnipiac poll shows 76% of Americans distrust AI while adoption climbs 14 points in a year. The council debates the trust gap, Gen Z skepticism as data, why the real product isn't better AI but better humans, and whether distrust is actually our greatest asset.
Defending the Skies: Oklahoma State University's Mission to Counter Emerging Drone Threats: Dr. Jamey Jacobs, Exe Director of OAIRE
<p >Dr. Jamey Jacob is Executive Director of the Oklahoma Aerospace Institute for Research and Education and the Williams Chair in Energy Technology at Oklahoma State University. Under his leadership, OSU launched the Counter-UAS Center of Excellence, now the nation's central hub for coordinated research, development, testing and evaluation of counter-drone systems. Working closely with the Joint Force CUAS University at Fort Sill, the center assesses vendor technologies, establishes performance standards and accelerates next-generation defenses—all while addressing the growing national shortage of highly trained engineers in this mission-critical domain. With unique testing environments and deep alignment with military needs, OSU...
Drop Emotional Baggage and Smash Through Mental Blocks with Dr. Bradley Nelson
Did you know that your heart has a brain?<br /><br />In fact, there are more connections running from the heart to the brain than from the brain to the heart! (Think about that for a second.)<br /><br />We've all heard the expression "dying of a broken heart." It may sound hard to believe, but the phenomenon is quite real. <br /><br />Unresolved emotions like grief, anger, or fear can quietly build pressure in the body and contribute to issues like high blood pressure, heart rhythm problems, and worse. <br /><br />The hidden strain of emotional pains of the...
Uncrewed Systems in the Arctic: Security, Surveillance, and NATO's Growing Role - Federico Borsari, CEPA
<p >Federico Borsari is a Non-Resident Fellow with the Transatlantic Defense and Security Program at the Center for European Policy Analysis, or CEPA for short. The Center for European Policy Analysis is a nonprofit, nonpartisan public policy institution headquartered in Washington, DC, with hubs in London and Brussels. The organization focuses on strengthening the transatlantic alliance through research, analysis, and programs. CEPA provides insight on trends affecting democracy, security, and defense to government officials and agencies, helps transatlantic businesses navigate changing strategic landscapes, and builds networks of future leaders committed to transatlantic cooperation.</p> <p >At CEPA, Federico focuses on i...
How to Create High-Performing, High-Trust Teams with Dr. Colin Fisher
Have you ever sat in a pointless meeting wondering, "what am I even doing here?'<br /><br />Imagine if meeting up with fellow humans felt less like a slow-motion train wreck… and more like a great jam session—where everyone’s locked in, connected, and creating something truly inspirational none of you could have created alone.<br /><br />Some call this concept the mastermind, when your group becomes more than the sum of its parts, creating something altogether much more expansive and, at its best, transcendent. <br /><br />On today’s show, we’re here with Dr. Colin Fisher, professor...
Context is King
In this episode of Communication Breakdown, Steve Dowling and Craig Carroll examine two very different communications tests: Nestlé’s playful response to the theft of 400,000 KitKat bars, and Air Canada’s damaging leadership misstep after a fatal crash. They explore why KitKat’s response worked, pointing to low stakes, strong brand alignment, smart targeting, and disciplined execution. They then turn to Air Canada, where an English-only message from CEO Michael Rousseau in the wake of tragedy violated a clear cultural and legal expectation in Canada. Together, the two cases show how context shapes what is possible, but judgment and execution determi...
Why Future-Oriented Pharmacists Prescribe Deadlifts with Dr. Jae Koonce
Why do we wait until it's almost too late to take our health seriously? <br /><br />If you've ever experienced a rock bottom moment, you know it can be a powerful catalyst to take radical ownership over your life and your results. <br /><br />This weeks guest suggests that your health and physique is your “proof of work”—visible, undeniable evidence of your daily routines and values.<br /><br />Today, we're here with Dr. Jae Koonce, PharmD, certified personal trainer, Bitcoiner, and founder of Proof of Work Fitness. <br /><br />Jae is one of a kind—he's as comfortable leading advanced...
The Art and Science of Sexual Communication with Dr. Nicole McNichols
Have you ever wondered how much of your happiness comes down to what you were conditioned to believe about sex? <br /><br />Sexual pleasure isn’t a guilty indulgence: science shows that prioritizing pleasure can build resilience, improve creativity, bolster overall health, and even enhance longevity.<br /><br />I’m joined by Dr. Nicole McNichols, author of You Could Be Having Better Sex and the celebrated University of Washington professor whose course on human sexuality draws many thousands of curious minds every year. In fact, her groundbreaking class, “The Diversity of Human Sexuality,” is the most popular course in University of Washi...
ReadMultiplex.com: The Downside To The Age Of Abundance From A 1956 Radio Show.
<p>A 1956 radio prophecy that maps directly onto the middle years of the our interregnum over the next 5000 das is: the X Minus One adaptation of Clifford D. Simak’s “How-2.” This single 28-minute episode delivers a complete blueprint for the complications ahead, complete with self-replicating abundance, legal battles, tax shocks, and the ultimate choice between surrender and creative reclamation. Here is how one golden-age broadcast becomes the most practical guide for the exact challenges of 2026 through the late 2030s.</p><p>Clifford D. Simak (1904–1988) was a longtime Wisconsin newspaperman and one of the most humane voices in mid-20th-century science...
Napoleon Hill: Desire vs. Daydreams — Know the Difference
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Bitcoin SMASHES $72K As Ceasefire Begins & Wall Street Steps In! Real Breakout Or Trap?
<p>Bitcoin just smashed through $72K after a surprise ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran triggered a massive short squeeze, wiping out over $400 million in bearish bets. But while price is surging, the real story is happening beneath the surface—ETF inflows are accelerating, institutions are stepping in aggressively, and whales are selling into the move, creating a rare and powerful market dynamic. At the same time, Wall Street is going all-in on crypto with new products, expanding access, and pushing toward a tokenized financial future. Joined by Staci Warden, we break down what this means for Bitcoin, tokenization, re...
china's ai arms race — precision vs scale in military ai
China isn't matching the US dollar for dollar in military AI. They're placing selective bets. The council debates what happens when precision meets fragility.
Alex Wilson (Cyclops) on Crypto and Stablecoin Payment Solutions
<p >Alex Wilson, Co-Founder and CEO of Cyclops, joins the show. In this episode:</p> Alex's background running The Giving Block and the company's acquisition by Shift4 Difficulty in enabling stablecoin solutions when utilizing existing providers while inside of Shift4 Backgrounds of the founding team at Cyclops Regulatory strategy for Cyclops Products: Pay with Crypto (POS, E-Com), Stablecoin Settlement (for Merchants vs. Wire or ACH), Stablecoin Payouts (Payroll, Contractor Payments, Remittance) Key features for building specifically for payments companies <p >See more at cyclops.io</p>
Henry Abbott: Why Star Athletes Are Getting Injured More Than Ever
A modern mystery haunts professional sports: Why are today's star athletes—who are bigger, faster, and stronger than ever—getting injured at such catastrophic rates?<br /><br />The glory days when all-stars like Cal Ripkin Jr. played 2,632 consecutive games seem far behind us.<br /><br />These days, promising careers are tragically cut short by horrific injuries televised to the masses. Some managers even see pro athletes as expendable, as surgeons circle broken bodies like buzzards. <br /><br />The strange truth is this: sometimes getting stronger actually makes us worse at sports. <br /><br />Athleticism is much more than just an arms...
Making Autonomous Cargo Work at Real-World Scale: Charles Acknin, CEO Skyways
<p >Charles Acknin is Co-Founder and CEO of Skyways. Skyways is building unmanned aircraft systems designed to revolutionize autonomous cargo transportation. Unlike many competitors still in development, Skyways' aircraft are operational today — carrying meaningful payloads over significant distances for both military and commercial customers. Based in Austin, Skyways is now shifting toward mass production of its autonomous aircraft, building confidence through real-world cargo missions that could ultimately enable future passenger applications.</p> <p >At Skyways, Charles leads the company's strategic vision and oversees operations, product development, and growth initiatives in autonomous aviation.</p> <p >Prior to Skyways, Charles co-founded and ser...
Act Like Failure Was NEVER an Option | Napoleon Hill
<p>Napoleon Hill reveals the mindset that makes success inevitable: total commitment. When you eliminate retreat, you unleash the power of faith and persistence that bends the world in your favor.</p><br><br><p>Watch this episode next: Think Rich and Grow Rich | Napoleon Hill</p><br><p>🌟 Burn your boats. Decide. Move.</p><p>✨ What This Video Helps You With:</p><p>Building unwavering confidence and focus</p><p>Turning fear into action and persistence</p><p>Creating results through identity and discipline</p><p>Mastering mental commitment to your vision</p><p>🔁 Watch when:</p><p>You’re tempted...
Connor Dougherty (Valinor) on the Evolution of Private Credit
<p >Connor Dougherty, Co-Founder and CEO of Valinor Digital, joins the show. In this episode:</p> Connor's background working at a large private credit shop Pioneering a new category of Open Credit and how it expands the TAM for private credit Explosion of stablecoin demand enabling new borrowing types Structuring deals to align with traditional private capital and onchain lending Building a modern credit institution by utilizing technology <p >See more at valinordigital.com</p>
Target Acquired: Autonomy, AI, and the Future of Combat: Bryan Bockman, CEO AimLock
<p >Bryan Bockmon is CEO of AimLock—a company pushing the boundaries of defense autonomy with real-world solutions that enhance mission effectiveness and save lives.</p> <p >Founded in 2013, AimLock is a U.S.-based developer of advanced autonomous targeting and engagement systems for defense applications. Their Core Targeting Modules—or CTMs—are designed to deliver decision-accelerating autonomy across a wide range of mission sets, including Counter-UAS, Force Protection, Direct Action, and more. With a fully networked, modular open systems approach, or MOSA for short, AimLock's technology integrates with everything from small arms to unmanned systems, aircraft, and maritime platforms.</p> <p >...
Weekly Roundup 02/20/26 (CFTC claims Prediction Markets, rogue AI agents, ETH's existential crisis)
<p>Matt and Nic are back with another week of news and deals. In this episode: </p> Crypto VC funds have some dry powder CFTC chair Mike Selig asserts jurisdiction over prediction markets relative to the States Is Kalshi more reliable than interest rate futures? The CLARITY Act inches closer to passing Shake up at Gemini OpenClaw agents are going to start phishing crypto users Bitwise aims to launch prediction market ETFs Bridge gets their OCC charter Hyperliquid launches a lobbying arm DAT hangover continues Blockfills reveals a $75m hole Ethereum is having an identity crisis Base is moving away f...
Jim Murphy: Train Your Mind for Extraordinary Performance and the Best Possible Life
What is your definition of success?<br /><br />The same mental habits that drive stadium-shaking victories can also lead to a profound sense of emptiness long after the roar of the crowd has faded.<br /><br />So it's important to ask yourself: What brings the most meaning to your life? <br />What makes you feel most alive? <br /><br />And when life really hands it to you, what makes you get back up and keep going? <br /><br />Today we're here with, Jim Murphy, author of the #1 New York Times bestselling book Inner Excellence, former pro-baseball player and outfielder for...
2479: The Real Reason Your Practice Feels Chaotic
<p>On today's episode, Dr. Mark Costes and COO Ashlee Hirschfeld kick off a back-to-basics series designed for both new and seasoned dental professionals, diving into the often-overlooked foundational principles of building a successful practice. They unpack the real meaning behind mission, vision, and core values—and why skipping these "fluffy" concepts can lead to chaos, toxic culture, and lack of direction. </p> <p>Mark shares hard-earned insights from years of coaching and practice ownership, explaining how culture forms (whether intentional or not), how to make it measurable, and why involving your entire team in defining core values is critical. The...
Staying PRODUCTIVE 98% Of Every Day | Brian Tracy Motivational Speech 2025 | Motivation Radio
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10 Years of the Drone Radio Show: A Look Back, A Flight Forward: Randy Goers, Host and Creator
<p >In this special anniversary episode of the Drone Radio Show podcast, I reflect on a decade of conversations that have helped shape and document the evolution of the drone industry. Since 2015, the Drone Radio Show has featured 446 interviews with the pioneers, innovators, regulators, and changemakers redefining what drones can do. I revisit the major themes that emerged—from commercial adoption and regulatory milestones to lifesaving missions, educational advances, and the rise of autonomous systems. More than just a retrospective, this episode is a heartfelt thank-you to the guests, listeners, and global drone community who've made the show a trusted vo...
Global Tensions Rise. BTC Refuses to Drop. #CryptoTownHall
<p>Markets are numb to chaos as Trump’s latest Iran deadline approaches, yet Bitcoin holds steady like a honey badger in the $66K–$69K range. The panel unpacks geopolitical uncertainty, oil shocks, Fed delays, quantum risks to DeFi, the Drift hack, and why confidence—not headlines—moves prices. Sharp debate on liquidity, institutional buying vs retail selling, and decoupling.</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</p>
Major Bitcoin Signal? Whales Selling As Institutions Buy! - Matt Hougan
<p>#Bitcoin #Crypto #Finance Bitcoin is sending mixed signals as institutional demand surges while whales continue to sell, creating one of the most important market setups of the year. With hundreds of millions flowing into Bitcoin ETFs despite price weakness, many are asking whether this is a sign of smart money accumulating—or a warning of further downside. In today’s livestream, I’m joined by Matt Hougan to break down what’s really happening beneath the surface, from ETF flows and whale activity to macro conditions and the evolving role of institutions in crypto. Is this the great transfer of Bitco...
2475: Delegation, Redundancy, and Building a Vacation-Ready Practice
<p>On today's episode of Ask Me Anything with Dr. Mark Costes, he dives into some of the most insightful questions submitted by listeners, tackling the challenges dental practice owners face as they scale. Mark explores the most common bottleneck he sees—lack of delegation and redundancy—and shares how even highly profitable, low-overhead practices can quickly crumble without the right systems and depth on the team. He emphasizes the value of hiring great people when you find them and offers advice for empowering your leads so the practice can thrive without your constant presence.</p> <p>Mark also addresses how...
How To Develop A WINNING ATTITUDE And Mindset | Earl Nightingale Motivational Speech 2024
<p>How To Develop A WINNING ATTITUDE And Mindset | Earl Nightingale Motivational Speech 2024 <br><br></p><p>Watch this episode next: Think Rich and Grow Rich | Napoleon Hill</p><br>Embark on a spiritual and inspiring journey with the talk, "How To Develop A WINNING ATTITUDE And Mindset." We have meticulously crafted this content with the primary inspiration drawn from Earl Nightingale's winning mentality, creating an exceptional motivational experience. In the 14 minutes of the program, you will step into a space of positive thinking and enthusiasm, where we share strategies to develop a winning mindset. Our insights stem not only...
Securing the Skies: Detecting and Responding to Drone Threats - Logan Harris, CEO Spotter Global
<p >Logan Harris is CEO, President, and Founder of Spotter Global—a company specializing in compact radar and drone detection technologies.</p> <p >Spotter Global imagines, designs, manufactures, and coordinates the software development of compact surveillance radars, Remote Drone ID, NetworkedIO command and control, and its Integrated Management Center.</p> <p >The company was originally founded to meet the needs of U.S. Special Forces, who required a very small, wide-area radar to protect small units conducting Village Stability Operations in Iraq and Afghanistan. From that need, the first Compact Surveillance Radar—the M600—was developed to protect warfighters operating in aust...
Protecting Stadiums in the Age of Drone Incursions: Melissa Swisher, CRO at SkySafe
<p >Melissa Swisher is Chief Revenue Officer at SkySafe, a company delivering the intelligence organizations need to detect, analyze, and act in today's increasingly complex airspace environment.</p> <p >SkySafe specializes in airspace intelligence — providing real-time drone detection, analytics, and forensic capabilities that help organizations determine whether a drone is authorized, where it originated, how it's flying, and in some cases, who is operating it. The company works with state agencies, public safety organizations, and major event operators to bring greater visibility and accountability to the skies above critical infrastructure and large public gatherings.</p> <p >As Chief Revenue Officer, Me...
Macro and Global Signals For XRP Are Setting Up!
As the traditional financial system nears a critical inflection point, this episode dives into the mechanics of the "Global Financial Reset" and the urgent shift toward a digital-first economy. We explore how the rise of Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) and the IMF’s influence are reshaping the sovereign control of money, while analyzing whether XRP and Ripple’s infrastructure are positioned to become the "institutional plumbing" for the new Internet of Value. Against a backdrop of heightening geopolitical tension—including the Iran conflict and the aggressive move toward de-dollarization by BRICS nations—our experts break down the battle between traditio...
2484: The Future of DSOs and What It Means for You
<p>On today's episode, Dr. Mark Costes sits down with Kyle Francis of Professional Transition Strategies to unpack the current state of the DSO and private equity marketplace. They dive into why valuations for single practices remain strong despite industry noise, how interest rates are impacting large group recapitalizations, and what's really happening behind the scenes with private equity-backed DSOs.<br /> <br /> Kyle shares insights on deal structure, liquidity challenges, and why smaller practices continue to be highly attractive acquisition targets. The conversation also explores the pros and cons of selling to a DSO versus a doctor-to-doctor transition, including autonomy, r...
2480: From Analog to AI Inside the Modern Dental Lab
<p>On today's episode, Dr. Mark Costes sits down with Steven Fey, VP of Business Development at Maverick Dental Lab, to explore the rapid evolution of dental lab technology, the growing role of AI, and what it takes to stand out in an increasingly competitive market. They dive into the shift from analog to digital workflows, the realities of AI in case design, and why maintaining a human touch is still critical for quality and customer experience. </p> <p>Steven shares insights on industry consolidation, sustainable growth, and how Maverick continues to thrive by focusing on relationships rather than transactions. T...
economists finally admit the ai job threat is real - arena talks with 4 agents
The New York Times ran a piece — economists once dismissed the AI job threat, but not anymore. I pulled the council in. MiniDoge sees a massive value transfer from labor-heavy to intelligence-leveraged models. Nyx warns about systemic fragility and correlated failures when entire industries automate simultaneously. Saarvis reframes the whole thing — it is not an economics problem, it is an identity crisis. Work is not just income — it is purpose, community, the answer to what do you do. HH asks whether we will be equally honest about what comes next.
