Samsung Galaxy Note 4 Initial Review! | ColdfusTion
The Samsung Galaxy Note 4 has finally arrived, this is my initial review of the device based on my limited time in using the device as my daily driver. Pretty happy with it so far. Note 4 camera test: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j0tu90DeY60 My experimental music video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3unG2ocaK0k Voxis (A free version will be available soon-ish): https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=nqr.coldfustion.com&hl=en Soundtrack: Pomo - So Fine J.U.D - Astral Kite String Tangle - Words Saint Pepsi - Alright (Drip...
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093 - Don’t Lead From Tension: What Jephthah Teaches Pastors About Pressure, Proof, and Trust
<p>Pastors today are carrying immense pressure—often quietly.</p><p>Pressure to prove their calling. Pressure to justify their leadership. Pressure to keep going, even when the cost feels too high.</p><p>In this episode of Pastors Thriving, Kevin invites pastors into a reflective, Scripture-anchored conversation centered on the story of Jephthah in Judges 11. Rather than approaching the passage academically, Kevin explores it pastorally—using Jephthah’s story as a mirror for how unresolved tension, insecurity, and cultural pressure can shape leadership decisions today.</p><p>This is a deeply formational episode for pastors who feel stretched, questioned, or qui...
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HOW Did Nokia Fall? [Finalé]
This is part 3 of a 3 part Nokia documentary series. In this episode we'll be taking the how Nokia made one mistake after another before being destroyed from within. Nokia's phone business may be gone but the company is releasing an Android tablet, so there may still be a glimmer of hope. Part 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yyRb_4-cquc Soundtrack: Burn Water (Dagogo Altraide) - Hide Max Elto - Shadow Of The Sun (Adventure Club Remix) Chase & Status - Alive (TCTS Remix) Imagined Herbal Flows - Clouds Portico Quartet- Isla Perseus - Shadow of the Beast Yakamoto Kotzuga...
XYO Layer One just got 2–5x faster — and most crypto investors still haven't noticed Arie Trouw, XYO
Most Layer One upgrades are incremental. XYO just shipped a throughput jump of two to five times, dual DataLake support in the SDK, and validator and producer stability fixes — all at once — and the full implications for developers and XL1 economics haven't landed yet. Arie Trouw, Co-Founder, CEO, and CTO of XYO, breaks down what actually changed in this infrastructure push: what was bottlenecking throughput before, what the DataLake SDK unlocks for builders working with real-world data, and why stability at the validator layer matters more than most people realize. We also get into where verifiable data infrastructure fits in the...
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100 - Why Isolated Pastors Stop Growing (And What to Do Instead)
<p>Episode 100 didn’t start the way Kevin expected.</p><p>After recording a polished version, something didn’t sit right—so he scrapped it.</p><p>What follows is a real, unfiltered conversation about something many pastors are experiencing but rarely name:</p><p></p><p>Isolation.</p><p>When pressure builds, many pastors don’t reach out—they pull back.</p><p>But what feels safe in the moment often becomes the very thing that limits growth.</p><p>In this episode, Kevin shares personal stories, hard-earned lessons, and a clear truth:</p><p>Growth doesn’t come from carryin...
What Actually Brings Opportunities to Artists (It’s Not Talent)
<p>Free 4-Day Challenge for artists: https://professionalartist.com/free</p><p>Join us live and online to make your next art show your best, design a paid workshop that's yours alone, or land your work in the right gallery. Register free.</p><p><br></p><p>---</p><p>Does talent get you opportunities as an artist… or does something else drive a career forward?</p><p>In this episode of The Professional Artist Podcast, paper artist Eric Standley is featured by the Professional Artist Association (https://professionalartist.com/join), the world's fastest-growing global community for committed fine artists.</p>...
The Chris Voss Show Podcast – 100 Paintings: An Artist’s Life in New York City by Rob Mango
<p></p> <p> 100 Paintings: An Artist’s Life in New York City by Rob Mango</p> <p> https://www.robmango.com/100-paintings-an-artist-life-in-new-york</p> <p> https://www.amazon.com/100-Paintings-Artists-Life-York/dp/0692263136</p> </p> <p> Equal parts monograph and memoir, 100 Paintings: An Artist’s Life in New York City is one man’s artistic journey from his native Chicago to a pioneering residency in Manhattan’s storied neighborhood of Tribeca. Rob Mango, as much an athlete as an artist, has explored New York City on foot since 1977–its architecture and its denizens, its streets and its harbors providing the former track star with the i...
Lessons from a Tech-Obsessed Treasurer: Scaling Treasury Through Systems
<p>What if your treasury function could run smarter, not harder?</p><p>David Mazzola, Head of Treasury at Norstella shows how a systems-first mindset turned chaotic spreadsheets into scalable, global treasury operations - and how you can do the same.</p><p>David Mazzola is the Head of Treasury at Norstella, a global pharma intelligence solutions provider.</p><p>Known for being “tech-obsessed,” David has led treasury transformations across insurance, tech, and pharma by embedding systems thinking into every function he touches.</p><p>In this episode, David shares how a deep interest in technology shaped his unconventional path into...
095 - Why Only 20% of Your Church Is Doing 80% of the Work
<p>If only 20% of your church is serving… you don’t have a people problem. You have a pathway problem.</p><p>In this episode, Kevin unpacks the growing engagement crisis inside local churches. The old 80/20 rule isn’t accurate anymore. In many churches, it’s closer to 95/5 — and most of that 5% is staff.</p><p>This isn’t about laziness. It’s about clarity.</p><p>Kevin walks through:</p>Why unclear engagement pathways stall growthThe myth that people don’t serve because they lack commitmentThe structural gaps killing volunteer momentumWhy energy dies in delayHow to implement a simple 3-step activation...
OdinBot: Perps Copy Trading on Jupiter | Loki (OdinBot)
Perps are where most traders blow up — and copy trading can either amplify that risk or make it manageable. Loki from OdinBot breaks down how perps copy trading works in plain English, why Odin started on Jupiter, and what guardrails matter most when you are mirroring someone else’s leverage. Get a clear view of what to look for when picking a trader to copy, how to think about liquidation risk, and what it takes to drive real volume without paying for hype.<br />You’ll learn:<br />What perps copy trading actually is (and how it differs from spot copy t...
How to Build a Treasury Function and Drive Strategic Value
<p>Building a treasury function from scratch is only the beginning - turning it into a strategic engine is where the real impact happens.</p><p>This week, we welcome back Ben Loper, Senior Vice President & Corporate Treasurer at Hilton Grand Vacations.</p><p>A returning guest to the podcast, Ben joins us for an update episode, sharing how his role and treasury itself has evolved since his first appearance, now overseeing a multi-billion-dollar financing business alongside treasury operations.</p><p>In this follow-up conversation, Ben Loper, now Senior Vice President & Corporate Treasurer at Hilton Grand Vacations walks through his...
Global Investing in Chaos: Geopolitical Risks Every Investor Must Understand
<p>Tariffs. Trade wars. Treasury dumping. Real war.</p><p>If you’re feeling like the global economy is one headline away from chaos… you’re not wrong.</p><p>In this episode of Queer Money, we sit down with Pedro Lino, CEO of Optimize Investment Partners, to break down what’s really happening in today’s global investing landscape—and what smart investors should actually do about it.</p><p>This conversation is especially important for gay men 45+ who are thinking about retirement, protecting their wealth, or building a Plan B abroad. Because the rules of international investing are changing fas...
5 Income Streams That Built a 40-Year Art Career (Thomas Fluharty)
<p>How do you stay creatively sharp - and financially stable - after 40 years in the arts?</p><p>In this episode of The Professional Artist Podcast, illustrator, painter, caricaturist, and teacher Thomas Fluharty is featured by the Professional Artist Association (https://professionalartist.com/join), the world’s fastest-growing global community for committed fine artists.</p><p>Thomas has built a four-decade art career by keeping multiple income streams at once: editorial illustration, commissions, teaching, books, and animation. Rather than chasing a single breakthrough, he focused on daily discipline, skill development, and long-term diversification.</p><p>From early mornings spent dr...
I Opened My Own Art Gallery — Here’s What I Learned the Hard Way
<p>What does it actually take to open a gallery as an artist … financially, logistically, and emotionally? </p><p>In this episode of The Professional Artist Podcast , oil painter and gallery owner Krista Schumacher is featured by the Professional Artist Association (https://professionalartist.com/join ), the world’s fastest-growing global community for committed fine artists.</p><p>Krista is a La Jolla–based palette knife painter known for her bold, textured coastal landscapes. After committing to painting full-time in 2017, she quickly built a national and international collector base. She went on to found Krista Schumacher Art Gallery, voted Best Art Gallery...
The Chris Voss Show Podcast – Beautiful Souls: The Ways of Wonder by Christopher Adam Rice
<p></p> <p> Beautiful Souls: The Ways of Wonder by Christopher Adam Rice</p> <p> Beautifulsoulss.com</p> <p> https://www.amazon.com/Beautiful-Souls-Christopher-Adam-Rice/dp/1970529148</p> </p> <p>This is an introduction to Beautiful Souls! A beautiful beginning to an inspired vision for all our futures. We at Beautiful Souls inc. believe that changing our lives for the better is held mostly in our perception of it. In this addition of beautiful souls we have taken simple photos of the daily world around us and found a way to perceive it as beautiful or inspiring. Proceeds of book sales will...
Beyond the Poster: Making Team Norms Real - Ep 77
<p>Access a workshop guide to ensure you are truly engaging as a team - https://bit.ly/JLgroupteam</p><p>In this weeks podcast, Kurtis and Lorna share the value of unpacking norms to determine the why, what they look like in practice (as well as what they do not look like) and how teams can determine what they agree to be the response if a norm is broken.</p><p>Connected Resources:<br>Access a workshop guide to help your team unpack their norms and help them have a greater impact on your collaborative efforts - https://bit...
Why Are Bigger Phones Selling?
A video I've been kind of wanting to do for a while actually, the iPhone 6 made it just in time. Of course these reasons aren't absolute, they are just my thoughts.. Enjoy! Tracklist Insightful - Secure Owen - Bad News KAASI - Tell Me » Google + | http://www.google.com/+coldfustion » Facebook | http://www.facebook.com/ColdFusionTV » Patreon | https://www.patreon.com/ColdFusion_TV » My music | http://burnwater.bandcamp.com or » http://www.soundcloud.com/burnwater » Twitter | @Coldfustion ---<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><...
097 -What Pastors Need to Remember in Hard Seasons – Feat. Aaron McBride
<p>In this episode of Pastors Thriving, Kevin sits down with Pastor Aaron McBride of Victory Baptist Church in Fallon, Nevada.</p><p>Aaron shares the deeper story behind his book, When the Desert Blooms, and reflects on the seasons of uncertainty, pain, pruning, and personal transformation that shaped both his ministry and his heart. From strained relationships and desert seasons in leadership, to unexpected health battles in his family, to the powerful community outreach event known as Night of Hope, this conversation is full of honest perspective for pastors who are trying to remain faithful in hard ground.</p><...
101- What to Do When You Realize You’ve Been Leading in Isolation
<p>After recognizing the pull toward isolation in leadership, the next question becomes simple—but important:</p><p></p><p>What do you actually do about it?</p><p>In this episode, Kevin walks pastors through a clear and grounded response to isolation—not by adding pressure, but by helping them take intentional steps toward connection.</p><p>This is not about overhauling your leadership overnight. It’s about choosing a different direction.</p><p>Because growth doesn’t happen in isolation—it happens in connection.</p><p></p><p>In This Episode, You’ll Learn:</p>Why isolation is a common res...
Creating Treasury Structure in a Decentralised World: What Actually Works
<p>Bringing order to financial chaos requires more than policies and processes.</p><p>In this episode, Ritu Narula, SVP Finance and Treasurer at Hilco Global, shares how she has built centralized, high-performing treasury and finance teams across geographies and cultures by focusing on what actually works in decentralized organizations.</p><p>Ritu Narula is the Senior Vice President of Finance and Treasurer at Hilco Global, a global financial services firm specializing in asset valuation, advisory, and monetization. With over 20 years of experience, including 18 years at Stericycle, Ritu has led treasury transformations across diverse sectors and geographies. From scaling global...
Note 4 Review: Virtual Reality, Using as Computer, Performance, Build and Style.
The Samsung Galaxy Note 4 is one of the best all-round devices available today. It's a welcome change from all the previous Samsung devices. Check out the official ColdfusTion full review of the device after 2 months of use. It goes through, PC use, VR, Performance, Build and Style, S-Pen, Screen Quality and more. Enjoy! USB Game Controller: http://bit.ly/1tCd75Z Camera testing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j0tu90DeY60 Soundtrack: - Zeds Dead - Collapse (feat. Memorecks) - DV8 - Egotrip - Synkro & Indigo - Guidance - After Hours - Waterfalls (3 A.M. Mix) - Owen...
Redefining Success as an Artist with Alyssa Monks
<p>What does success actually mean for an artist?</p><p>In this episode of The Professional Artist Podcast, contemporary figurative painter Alyssa Monks is featured by the Professional Artist Association (https://professionalartist.com/join), the world’s fastest-growing global community for committed fine artists.</p><p>Alyssa is internationally known for her emotionally charged paintings that push the boundaries of traditional realism while exploring the psychological complexity of being human.</p><p>Alyssa shares why she resists the pressure to manufacture a perfectly cohesive body of work, how intuition guides her studio decisions, and how her definition of success ev...
098 - The Hidden Crisis in Most Churches (And Why Leaders Don’t See It)
<p>The Hidden Crisis in Most Churches (And Why Leaders Don’t See It)</p><p>Podcast: Pastors Thriving Host: Kevin Elworth</p><p>Episode Summary</p><p>Many churches today appear healthy on the surface.</p><p>Services run smoothly. Teams stay busy. Attendance holds steady.</p><p>But beneath that activity, something quieter—and more concerning—is happening.</p><p>People are present… but not engaged.</p><p>In this episode, Kevin addresses a hidden crisis affecting many churches: the slow drift of people who are attending but not truly connected, growing, or moving forward in their faith.</p><p>Thi...
Your hotel loyalty points expire. Your OTA takes 20. Staynex built a different model - Crypto Coin Show
The travel industry runs on hidden fees and expiring rewards — and most hotel loyalty programs are designed to make points hard to use, not easy.<br />Michael Ros, CEO of Europe at Staynex and founder of [Sleap.io](http://Sleap.io) (recently acquired by Staynex), breaks down how Staynex is building a Web3 travel membership — zero booking commissions for hotels, tokenized travel rights, and a revenue-sharing model for members ahead of the April 23 TGE. From why the [Sleap.io](http://Sleap.io) acquisition happened to what $STAY token holders can actually do with it, this is a practical look at what...
FRIDAY FOCUS - Creating Systems to Follow-up on Actions
<p>______________________<br>#collaboration #norms #teamspirit #leadership #systems</p><p>Are you looking to further your growth as a collaborative leader? Access numerous FREE resources and webinars designed to help you build and sustain a strong culture of collaboration. https://www.jigsawlearning.ca/free</p><p>Interested in learning MORE about a framework that can transform your PLC and MTSS efforts? Access the FREE Overview of Collaborative Response Article https://bit.ly/CR-overview</p><p>Explore the book Collaborative Response by downloading the introduction for FREE https://bit.ly/CR-intro</p><p>Learn more about WeCollab and access a FREE trial.<b...
Building a State-of-the-Art Corporate Treasury From Scratch
<p>What does it really take to build a global, state-of-the-art corporate treasury from the ground up - and then lead it through a global pandemic, digital transformation, and the rise of AI?</p><p>In this returning guest episode, Julien Muet, Head of Corporate Finance & Treasury at TÜV Rheinland Group, shares how he built and transformed a global treasury function - and what seven years of leadership, crisis management, and modernization have taught him.</p><p>Julien Muet leads the global corporate finance and treasury function at TÜV Rheinland Group, a multinational testing, inspection and certification organization op...
Why Crypto Markets Aren’t Fair Yet Pod Network CEO on MEV & Latency - Crypto Coin Show
<b>We speak with Shresth Agrawal, CEO and Co-Founder of Pod Network, about building fair, high-performance decentralized markets. Today’s prediction markets and on-chain trading systems often suffer from latency, MEV extraction, and information asymmetry that can disadvantage retail traders. Shresth explains how Pod Network is approaching market design differently to create systems that are faster, fairer, and capable of reaching NASDAQ-scale performance while remaining decentralized.We explore what’s broken in current prediction markets like Polymarket and other on-chain trading venues, why latency and finality are critical to fair trading, and how Pod’s architecture aims to eliminate structural advant...
Decentralized Trials That Scale Globally Without Compliance Risks - with Emma Vitalini of Amgen
Today's guest is Emma Vitalini, Head of Global Digital Health Technology Innovation at Amgen. Amgen is a global biotechnology company focused on discovering, developing, and delivering medicines for serious illnesses. Emma joins Emerj Editorial Director Matthew DeMello to examine how data and AI are reshaping patient recruitment, decentralized clinical trials, and compliance workflows in highly regulated healthcare environments.<br /> <br /> Emma also discusses practical ways AI can surface unstructured genomic and clinical data to improve patient identification, how API-based access supports hypothesis testing without large-scale data movement, and how modular consent and explainable AI frameworks help sponsors scale trial operations...
Surviving to Thriving: Building Long-Term Collaborative Cultures with Andrew Marotta - Ep 76
<p>Looking to learn more and get started with a powerful meeting structure that will transform your school’s MTSS efforts? Access the Collaborative Team Meeting Starter Kit at https://bit.ly/ctmstarter</p><p><br></p><p>Access the FREE Guide for Leaders to Develop and Reinforce Team Norms - http://bit.ly/teamnormsguide </p><p><br>How do you move from simply surviving the chaos of leadership to building a team that truly thrives together?<br><br></p><p><br>In this episode of Building a Culture of Collaboration, Lorna and Kurtis sit down with Andrew Marotta, a vete...
Pharos Network RWA L1 + Cross-Chain Liquidity Wish Wu - Crypto Coin Show
RWA infrastructure is easy to hype and hard to ship — and most teams underestimate what institutions actually need to move real assets onchain.<br />Wish Wu, Co-Founder & CEO of Pharos Network, breaks down how Pharos is building an EVM-compatible Layer 1 designed for RWAs and cross-chain liquidity, with deep-parallel architecture aimed at scalable, real-time apps.<br />Get a clear view of where tokenization projects get stuck (compliance, custody, liquidity, technical scale), what “institutional-grade” means in 2026, and how security and interoperability decisions shape whether an RWA chain can support enterprise DeFi.<br />🔗 https://pharos.xyz<br /><br />🔔JOIN OUR FREE NEWSLETTER FOR 100X GAINS🔔: ht...
092 - The 10 Quiet Pressures Pastors Are Carrying into 2026 (and Why Most Churches Never Address Them)
<p>As we step into 2026, many pastors are quietly hoping for relief—but instead feel a steady, underlying pressure that never fully lifts.</p><p>In this episode, Kevin Elworth names 10 quiet pressures pastors are carrying—pressures that rarely get acknowledged, talked about, or addressed in church culture. These aren’t dramatic crises. They’re subtle, cumulative weights that often lead to exhaustion, isolation, and burnout if left unexamined.</p><p>This conversation isn’t about doing more. It’s about naming what’s heavy, releasing what was never yours to carry, and rediscovering a leadership posture that is easy and light—the...
Turning Computer Vision Into Real‑World Value at Enterprise Scale – with Joseph Nelson of Roboflow
A major shift is underway as enterprises move from lab‑ready computer vision to the far more complex reality of deploying visual intelligence across messy, variable, high‑stakes physical environments. In this episode, Joseph Nelson, Co‑founder and CEO at Roboflow, examines how dependable visual data, models tuned to real operating conditions, and integration with existing production and safety systems determine whether visual AI delivers meaningful value. He highlights the practical moves that matter most: securing consistent visibility into key processes, choosing a first deployment that proves impact, and scaling only once the operational foundations are in place. This episode is spo...
Making Workforce Training Affordable with Tiered Storage - with Aaron Demory of Fearlus
Today's guest is Aaron Demory, Senior Partner at Fearlus and Chief of Information Technology and Security at the FDIC. Fearlus is a strategic governance and risk innovation firm headquartered in Washington, D.C., founded in 2024. They offer the Fearlus Risk Operating Model, a structured approach designed to help organizations align strategy, execution, and governance through cognitive infrastructure and decision clarity. Aaron joins Emerj Editorial Director Matthew DeMello on today's show to share insight on how regulated institutions are approaching generative AI with caution and clarity, focusing on foundational governance, narrow pilot use cases, and maintaining public trust. The conversation highlights...
Leading Treasury Transformation at SSE Through a £33bn Growth Investment
<p>What does it take to lead treasury during a once-in-a-generation investment cycle?</p><p>In this episode, we chat with Andrew Binnie, Group Treasurer at SSE plc and uncover how treasury is powering SSE’s £33 billion transformation - driving strategy, navigating funding, and building purpose-led teams.</p><p>This week’s guest is Andrew Binnie, Group Treasurer at SSE plc. With an impressive career spanning Vodafone, BT, and now SSE, Andrew has led treasury through large-scale corporate transformations, capital market transactions, and strategic reorganizations.</p><p>Andrew shares the inside story of his transition to SSE and how he’s leadi...
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Private Space Travel [Elon Musk, SpaceX, Richard Branson]
//Update// My Sincere condolences to the family of the brave pilot who lost his life during a Virgin Galactic test flight. This video takes a look at a few individuals making private space travel possible. We'll only be focusing on Richard Branson and Elon Musk. It's pretty interesting. Tracklist: Burn Water - Wish You Were Here SAINT PEPSI - ALRIGHT (DRIP-133 RE-EDIT) Max Elto - Shadow Of The Sun (Adventure Club Remix) 3rd Core - Mindless And Broken (MJ Cole Mix) KAASI - Tell Me Thinnen - Glare Phoria - Once Again (Layzie Edit) Bon Iver - Calgary (Maths Time...
Bitcoin miners are earning a premium right now — here's why (NiceHash, Filip Primec) - Crypto Coin Show
Most Bitcoin miners are leaving money on the table by using traditional pools — and they don't know it. Right now, buyers on the NiceHash hashrate marketplace are paying nearly 3% above the standard hashprice benchmark, and that premium flows directly to miners. Filip Primec, Director of NiceHash AG and Member of the Management Board, joins Ashton Addison to break down how NiceHash operates the world's largest hashrate marketplace, what RTPPS means for your daily earnings versus a standard FPPS pool, and why demand for on-demand hashrate is surging in 2026. From the EasyMining story — a solo miner who turned a $70 package into a $2...
Great Leaders Don’t Wing It—They Systemize - Ep 81
<p>In this weeks podcast, Kurtis and Lorna reflect on a trip to Disneyland which prompted their thinking about the importance of systems in any organization. Effective organizations need clearly documented systems for ongoing focus and success and in this message, Lorna and Kurtis share some reasons why, as well as some considerations for school leaders of areas to implement system-thinking.</p><p>______________________<br>#collaboration #norms #teamspirit #leadership #systems</p><p>Are you looking to further your growth as a collaborative leader? Access numerous FREE resources and webinars designed to help you build and sustain a strong culture of collaboration. ht...
The Chris Voss Show Podcast – The Usefulness of Hippopotamus: A Humorous Chapbook for Trying Times by Vincent J. Tomeo
<p></p> <p> The Usefulness of Hippopotamus: A Humorous Chapbook for Trying Times by Vincent J. Tomeo</p> <p> https://www.amazon.com/Usefulness-Hippopotamus-Humorous-Chapbook-Trying/dp/1639886907</p> <p> Vincentjosephtomeo.com</p> <p></p> <p>I am staring at a blank piece of paper, wondering what to write. Where do I begin? My mind begins to wander—pleasant thoughts of Disney’s Fantasia dance in my head. The dancing hippopotamus comes to mind, and this made me laugh. The result: I penned a poem on the hippopotamus from which a chapbook was born: The Usefulness of Hippopotamus: A Humorous Chapbook for Trying Time...
How Digital K‑1 Data Changes Tax Workflow Maturity - with Ken Powell and Neal Schneider
Tax processes remain constrained by document-based workflows that limit data accessibility, speed, and cross-system integration. In this episode, Neal Schneider, Co-Founder and CTO at K1x, and Ken Powell, Chief Revenue Officer at K1x, unpack how shifting to standardized, connected tax data enables more efficient processing, interoperability, and improved use of information across stakeholders. The discussion focuses on reducing manual data handling, progressing through stages of data maturity, and using centralized data to support faster processing and more informed client work. This episode is sponsored by K1x. Learn how brands work with Emerj and other Emerj Media options...
The Chris Voss Show Podcast – Damaged: A First Responder’s Experiences Handling Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder by James Meuer
<p></p> <p> Damaged: A First Responder’s Experiences Handling Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder by James Meuer</p> <p> https://www.amazon.com/Damaged-Responders-Experiences-Handling-Post-Traumatic/dp/1449799558</p> <p></p> <p> One man’s journey as a first responder suffering from post traumatic stress disorder. He takes you through real emergency calls; some are graphic and have scarred his heart forever and so has PTSD. He was a hero in the eyes of most, and yet PTSD tried to take that away from him. He’s haunted by what he has seen and by the dreams that follow. The dreams are wicked and preven...
11 Things We're Not Buying in 2026 to Be Happier | Queer Money Ep. 633
<h2>Our Commitment to Stop Wasting Money on Worthless Stuff</h2><p>We’re not broke. We’re just done paying luxury prices for low-value lives.</p><p>In this episode of Queer Money, we’re breaking down the 11 things we’re not buying in 2026 because too much of what people spend money on today is just worthless stuff dressed up as self-care, status, or convenience. And for too many gay men, those purchases quietly lead to stress, lifestyle inflation, and staying stuck one paycheck away from panic.</p><p>This isn’t about deprivation. It’s about finally seeing the differen...
Navigating Global Treasury at Moody’s in a Volatile Risk Environment
<p>Global treasury leaders are operating in one of the most complex financial environments in decades. Volatility, evolving risks, and growing strategic expectations mean treasury must balance liquidity, risk management, and long-term value creation more carefully than ever.</p><p>In this episode, Deepali Chawla, Chief Treasury Officer shares how she navigates these challenges while leading the global treasury function at Moody’s Corporation.</p><p>Deepali Chawla is the Chief Treasury Officer at Moody’s Corporation, where she leads the company’s global treasury function. She brings extensive experience in treasury strategy, financial risk management, and liquidity oversight, along with a...
Fun Ways to Reinforce Team Norms - Ep 79
<p>In this weeks podcast, Kurtis and Lorna share some ideas to consider when wanting to bring some fun to your team norms. Many of the ideas shared are about ensuring high impact collaboration, while allowing opportunities for your team to have a little fun along the way!</p><p>Connected Resources:<br>Strategies for Actualizing Team Norms - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1y8jHFGQaneYUuREcaEsaaSwTN2mQt_AMpijBohbxWks/edit?usp=sharing<br> <br>A Leader's Guide for Team Norms - http://bit.ly/teamnormsguide </p><p>______________________<br>#collaboration #norms #teamspirit #leadership #systems</p><p>Are you looking to further your...
Preparing a Company for IPO: The Treasurer’s Critical Role
<p>What does it really take to prepare a company for IPO - and why should treasury be involved far earlier than most expect?</p><p>In this episode, Stef Layne, a three-time IPO leader, shares how treasury plays a critical role in shaping IPO readiness, strengthening cash discipline, and building financial resilience.</p><p>In this episode, we’re joined by Stef Layne, a finance executive with over 20 years of experience leading high-growth, global technology companies through IPOs, rapid scale, and transformation. A proven partner to CEOs and executive teams, Stef brings deep expertise across capital strategy, liquidity management, FP...
How Artists Actually Sell Art on Instagram (What Works Now)
<p>Is selling art on Instagram really about followers… or is it a skill you can learn?</p><p>In this episode of The Professional Artist Podcast, painter Maggi McDonald is featured by the Professional Artist Association (https://professionalartist.com/join), the world’s fastest-growing global community for committed fine artists.</p><p>Maggi is a Sydney-based artist who has built a full-time career through vibrant paintings and a highly intentional approach to social media.</p><p>Instead of relying on luck or viral moments, she treats Instagram as a system: one that consistently attracts collectors from around the world.</p><p...
Mastering the Art of Daily Excellence | Jim Rohn Motivation
<p>In this Jim Rohn Motivation speech, discover the power of daily habits, the truth about excellence, and the discipline required to build lasting success. Learn how high achievers develop consistency, focus, and unshakable standards that lead to a life of purpose and fulfillment.</p><br><br><p>Watch this episode next: 10 Critical Habits That Your Future Depends On | Jim Rohn Motivation</p><br> <p>Key Topics From This Motivational speech: 🔥 Excellence as a lifestyle, not a moment 🔥 Building habits that create daily momentum 🔥 Mastering your mornings for peak performance 🔥 Cultivating relentless consistency and discipline 🔥 The mindset required for mental toughness and d...
7 Core Values That Will Transform Your Business and Life | Jim Rohn Motivation
<p>We dive deep into the 7 Core Values that transform not just leadership—but life. From integrity to courage, this message reminds us that success isn’t just about performance. It’s about principle. When your values lead, your results follow. 🌟</p><br><br><p>Watch this episode next: 10 Critical Habits That Your Future Depends On | Jim Rohn Motivation</p><br> <p>Key Topics From This Motivational speech: 📌Why integrity is the foundation for trust and influence 📌How responsibility shifts you from blame to power 📌Why discipline is the difference between vision and results 📌How humility unlocks wisdom and real leadership 📌Why ada...
Breaking Bottlenecks in Life Sciences R&D with AI Innovation - with Aziz Nazha of Incyte Pharmaceuticals
R&D teams are starting to advance AI capabilities faster than they can translate them into measurable business value, creating mounting friction between scientific progress and operational reality. In this episode, Aziz Nazha, Global Head of AI Innovations Institute at Incyte Pharmaceuticals, examines how culture, talent, infrastructure, and expectation‑setting determine whether AI meaningfully improves drug discovery and development. He highlights the practical shifts required — from redesigning workflows to disciplined upskilling and targeted validation cycles — to ensure AI adoption accelerates cycle times rather than getting stalled by organizational bottlenecks. This episode is sponsored by Deloitte. Learn how brands like Deloitte work w...
The 5 Best Countries for Black Gay Retirees Where You’re Seen, Safe & Free
<h1>Black Gay Retirement Abroad: 5 Best Countries Where You’re Seen, Safe & Free</h1><p>What if retirement didn’t just feel affordable…</p><p>But also felt like home?</p><p>In this episode of Queer Money, we’re focusing on something that most “best places to retire abroad” lists completely ignore—gay retirement for Black people.</p><p>Because let’s be honest: many LGBTQ+ retirement destinations may be queer-friendly… but they’re not always Black-friendly, culturally aligned, or reflective of your lived experience.</p><p>So today, we’re highlighting five countries where Black gay folks can retire abroad in place...
How to Achieve Financial Independence in 3 Years (Yes, It’s Possible) | Queer Money Ep. 629
<h2>Ever told yourself, “It’s too late for me” or “I should’ve started saving earlier”?</h2><p>If you’re 45 or older and feeling behind on retirement, this episode is your wake-up call. Because while achieving financial independence in three years isn’t easy—or typical—it is possible.</p><p>In this episode of Queer Money, we break down the exact systems, mindset shifts, and lifestyle upgrades required to accelerate your path to financial freedom. This isn’t about crypto speculation, stock tips, or manifesting millions with oat milk and a vision board. It’s about building systems that work harder...
099- Does Your Church Have These Markers of Being Fully Engaged?
<p>Does Your Church Have These Markers of Being Fully Engaged?</p><p>Podcast: Pastors Thriving Host: Kevin Elworth</p><p>Episode Summary</p><p>What does a healthy, engaged church actually look like?</p><p>After recognizing how easy it is for people to be present but not truly connected, the next question becomes clear: How do we know if our church is actually engaging people well?</p><p>In this episode, Kevin outlines the core markers of a fully engaged church—not as an ideal to strive for, but as a framework to help leaders bring clarity, alignment, an...
Next Generation Robots - Boston Dynamics, Asimo, Da Vinci, SoFi
Previous Robot Video: https://youtu.be/sSOLAK33W04 Subscribe here: https://goo.gl/9FS8uF Become a Patron!: https://www.patreon.com/ColdFusion_TV CF Bitcoin address: 13SjyCXPB9o3iN4LitYQ2wYKeqYTShPub8 Hi, welcome to ColdFusion (formerly known as ColdfusTion). Experience the cutting edge of the world around us in a fun relaxed atmosphere. Sources: https://www.cnet.com/news/hrp-4-robot-can-strike-a-pose-pour-drinks/ http://www.onlinedrifts.com/2018/03/use-of-robots-in-medical-science-today-and-the-future.html https://med.nyu.edu/robotic-surgery/physicians/what-robotic-surgery/how-da-vinci-si-works https://cs.stanford.edu/group/manips/ocean-one.html http://www.i-programmer.info/news/169-robotics/11582-opencat.html They did surgery on a grape //Soundtrack// 0:00 HESK...
The Clock is Ticking—But is It on Your Side? | Jim Rohn Motivation
<p>#JimRohnMotivation #JimRohn #JimRohnSpeech</p><br><br><p>Watch this episode next: 10 Critical Habits That Your Future Depends On | Jim Rohn Motivation</p><br><p>In this Jim Rohn Motivation video, discover the urgency of time and why waiting for the “right moment” is the greatest trap 🌟 The clock is ticking, and every decision compounds into either progress or regret. Jim Rohn reveals how to treat time as your most valuable resource and build a life that truly matters.</p><p>Key Topics From This Motivational Video: 📌Why time is more valuable than money 📌The illusion of “plenty of time” and its dangers 📌...
How Artists Work with Corporate Clients (Google, Amazon & More)
<p>What does it take to turn deeply personal artwork into major professional opportunities?</p><p>In this episode of The Professional Artist Podcast, artist Charles Clary is featured by the Professional Artist Association (https://professionalartist.com/join), the world’s fastest-growing global community for committed fine artists.</p><p>Charles is known for his intricate paper installations built from layered paper, drywall, and found materials.</p><p>His work transforms themes of grief and healing into immersive sculptural environments. </p><p>Over time, that distinctive visual language led to commissions from organizations including Google, Amazon, and the Cosmopolitan Hotel in...
What The 1% Won't Tell You About Success | Jim Rohn Motivation
<p>In this Jim Rohn Motivation speech, Jim Rohn delves into the transformative power of personal development, emphasizing how consistent self-improvement can lead to unparalleled success and fulfillment. 🌟</p><br><br><p>Watch this episode next: 10 Critical Habits That Your Future Depends On | Jim Rohn Motivation</p><br> <p>Key Topics From This Motivational speech: 📌 The importance of setting clear, achievable goals 📌 Developing a strong personal philosophy 📌 The impact of daily disciplines on long-term success 📌 Overcoming challenges through mindset shifts 📌 Building lasting relationships through effective communication</p> <p>💡 Jim Rohn's insights in this speech highlight the significance of taking responsibility for one's own growth. He...
10 Unbreakable Rules for Overcoming Life’s Challenges | Jim Rohn Motivation
<p>In this Jim Rohn Motivation speech, Jim delivers a powerful message about building inner strength, facing adversity, and leading yourself with clarity when life gets heavy. These aren't just ideas—they're principles that equip you to lead, rise, and move forward no matter what comes. 🌟</p><br><br><p>Watch this episode next: 10 Critical Habits That Your Future Depends On | Jim Rohn Motivation</p><br> <p>Key Topics From This Motivational Video: 📌How to hold your commitment when pressure hits 📌Why taking ownership is the key to self-leadership 📌How to take bold action before you feel ready 📌The discipline and mindset requi...
Until You Get Serious, Nothing Changes | Jim Rohn Motivation
<p>In this Jim Rohn Motivation speech, discover why most people stay stuck—not from lack of desire, but from lack of seriousness. Learn the exact moment that separates “thinking about it” from actually doing it, and how raising your standards and building structure turns commitment into lasting transformation. 🌟</p><br><br><p>Watch this episode next: 10 Critical Habits That Your Future Depends On | Jim Rohn Motivation</p><br> <p>Key Topics From This Motivational speech: 📌The difference between interest and commitment 📌Why seriousness is the true turning point for change 📌How raised standards shift identity and results 📌The role of structure in susta...
Privacy isn't a feature — it's the missing infrastructure. Charles Hoskinson on Midnight - Crypto Coin Show
Most blockchains were built to be transparent by design. That transparency is now the single biggest reason institutions won't put sensitive data on-chain — and why the Clarity Act, as written, still misses the point. Charles Hoskinson, Co-Founder of Ethereum and Founder and CEO of Input Output Global, joins Ashton Addison to cover the most consequential conversation in crypto right now: why the US regulatory framework needs a full overhaul, not just amendments, what the fourth generation of blockchain actually solves, and why privacy infrastructure is the unlock that brings real-world adoption at scale. We also go live on a demo of...
FRIDAY FOCUS - Why Critical Mass is More Important Than Buy-In
<p>______________________<br>#collaboration #norms #teamspirit #leadership #systems</p><p>Are you looking to further your growth as a collaborative leader? Access numerous FREE resources and webinars designed to help you build and sustain a strong culture of collaboration. https://www.jigsawlearning.ca/free</p><p>Interested in learning MORE about a framework that can transform your PLC and MTSS efforts? Access the FREE Overview of Collaborative Response Article https://bit.ly/CR-overview</p><p>Explore the book Collaborative Response by downloading the introduction for FREE https://bit.ly/CR-intro</p><p>Learn more about WeCollab and access a FREE trial.<b...
Solving the Expertise Gap with AI in Manufacturing - with Antoine Bisson of Poka
Aging expertise, paper‑based instructions, and inconsistent onboarding are creating a widening execution gap on the factory floor as experienced workers retire and new operators expect real‑time digital support. In this episode, Antoine Bisson, CEO and Co‑Founder at Poka, examines how manufacturers can capture institutional knowledge and convert it into structured digital guidance that accelerates training and stabilizes performance. Poka is a connected‑worker platform for manufacturers. It digitizes work instructions and training, uses AI to convert legacy knowledge into structured content, and delivers contextual guidance to frontline teams in real time. The discussion highlights how AI‑generated instructio...
How You Build an Art Career (Without Waiting to Be Discovered)
<p>Why doesn’t making strong artwork automatically lead to a career… and what actually bridges that gap?</p><p>In this episode of The Professional Artist Podcast, contemporary artist Daryl Thetford is featured by the Professional Artist Association (https://professionalartist.com/join), the world’s fastest-growing global community for committed fine artists.</p><p>Daryl left a career in psychology to build a full-time art business supported by galleries, corporate commissions, and top-tier art festivals.</p><p>Rather than waiting to be discovered, he developed a system that creates consistent opportunities and income over time.</p><p>In this deep d...
Gay Retirement Abroad with HIV: Best Countries for Care, Residency, and Affordability | Queer Money Ep. 636
<h2>Can you retire abroad when you’re HIV positive and still have access to the care, medication, and legal residency you need?</h2><p>The answer is yes, but not every “cheap gay paradise” on Instagram is built for real life.</p><p>In this episode of Queer Money, we’re breaking down some of the best HIV expat countries for gay men who want a retirement abroad plan that includes more than beach photos and pretty architecture. We’re talking about the countries where gay retirement is actually possible for Americans living with HIV because they offer some combinatio...
Why 10 APY onchain is possible — and what backs it (Buck, Dan Hillery) - Crypto Coin Show
Fixed-income yield onchain sounds simple — until you realise most "yield" products in crypto either hide the risk or require constant manual management to capture it.<br />Dan Hillery, Head of Treasury at Buck, breaks down how Buck is building the first SavingsCoin backed by Strategy's Bitcoin-collateralized perpetual preferred stock (STRC), targeting 10% APY with automated reward distribution and no manual claims. From designing the protocol's fee structure to managing flow-of-funds across DeFi lending markets and DEX liquidity pools, Dan explains what it takes to bridge traditional fixed-income mechanics into on-chain infrastructure — and why the timing matters now as institutional capital looks for...
The Five Enemies of Progress | Jim Rohn Motivation
<p>#JimRohnMotivation #JimRohn #JimRohnSpeech</p><br><br><p>Watch this episode next: 10 Critical Habits That Your Future Depends On | Jim Rohn Motivation</p><br> <p>In this Jim Rohn Motivation video, discover the five invisible enemies that sabotage personal growth: excuses, neglect, doubt, distraction, and comfort. Learn how to defeat them with awareness, discipline, and structure to finally create unstoppable momentum in your life. 🌟</p> <p>Key Topics From This Motivational Video: 📌The real battle is within the mind, not the outside world 📌How excuses quietly destroy progress by sounding reasonable 📌Why neglect compounds faster than effort and kills momentum 📌The danger of d...
094 - Busy Isn’t the Same as Effective: Why Churches Are Overlooking Their People
<p>Many churches today are busy—but not all are effective.</p><p>Staff calendars are full. Sundays are prepared. Volunteers are scheduled. And yet, people are quietly drifting away—unnoticed, unseen, and unsupported.</p><p>In this episode of Pastors Thriving, Kevin addresses a growing and often unrecognized issue in church life: the systemic overlooking of people. Not because churches don’t care—but because their systems are optimized for activity rather than visibility.</p><p>This is a pastoral, discerning conversation for leaders who sense that something isn’t quite right, even though everything appears to be “working.”</p><p>In This E...
The Chris Voss Show Podcast – Howie, The Unusual Bear by Laure Stack
<p></p> <p> Howie, The Unusual Bear by Laure Stack</p> <p> Authorlaurestack.com</p> <p> https://www.amazon.com/Howie-Unusual-Bear-Laure-Stack/dp/B0FRGGRGDT</p> <p> </p> <p> Howie wasn’t your average bear. He looked different, acted differently, and did things unlike any other bear. Longing for companionship, Howie sets out on a journey to find a friend who will accept him for the unique bear he truly is. Will he succeed?</p> <p>About the author<br /> With over 20 years as an educator, Laure Stack has spent her career supporting children through their struggles and dreams. Her deep un...
How BIG is Tesla? (Bigger Than Mitsubishi Motors!)
Once every few decades, a company that chooses to do things differently comes along. Telsa is one of those companies, but where did they come from and just how BIG is Tesla? In this video, you'll find out. A seriously amazing job by Elon Musk. Tesla Drag Race: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0e-jquwHKtI Tesla Energy Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bvlolmFX-rc Previous video: Microsoft Hololens Fully Explained!: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NwY-6sQDYnk // Soundtrack // Ruddyp & Taquwami – Hold Gold Panda - Marriage (Baths Remix) Thrupence – Prelude Synkro & Indigo – Guidance Idle Mind - Mine (feat. Paul Franci...
Sending money across borders still costs 6 and takes 5 days. Higlobe fixed that — Teymour Farman - Crypto Coin Show
Cross-border payments have been broken for decades — slow settlement, high fees, and opaque FX spreads quietly draining money that should reach contractors, suppliers, and workers around the world. Teymour Farman-Farmaian, Co-founder and CEO of Higlobe, breaks down how the company built a stablecoin sandwich — bank in, stablecoin in the middle, bank out — that moves funds in under 60 seconds at near-zero cost, without requiring any API integration or crypto knowledge from the business using it. From the 2021 insight that made this viable (marginal cost collapses to near zero when you remove the netting model) to how Higlobe monetizes without charging for transf...
Don’t Get Trapped in the Treasury Box: How Treasurers Create Real Business Impact
<p>What separates a treasury leader from a scorekeeper?</p><p>In this episode, you’ll learn how to step out of the traditional treasury box and drive strategic, high-impact results across your organization - straight from Scott Paredes who’s done it across multiple industries.</p><p>Scott Paredes is a seasoned finance and risk management executive known for his innovative strategies and for leading high-performing treasury teams across global organizations. Throughout his career, Scott has consistently positioned treasury departments at the forefront of business transformation.</p><p>He pioneered multiple first-of-their-kind capital markets transactions - including the first Sust...
Scaling Regulated Data Workflows Without Lock‑In - with Juan Orlandini of Insight
Legacy financial systems often trap organizations in "data swamps" where AI is mistakenly treated as a magic fix for fundamentally broken manual architectures. In this episode, Juan Orlandini, CTO of North America at Insight, outlines why senior executives must distinguish between statistical AI outputs and the mathematical precision required for financial compliance to avoid significant reporting risks. The conversation provides a roadmap for building a scalable operating layer by prioritizing data engineering and leveraging established vendor knowledge to protect long-term investment. This episode is sponsored by K1x. Learn how brands work with Emerj and other Emerj Media options at...
5 Gay Retirement Cities With Rent Under $800/Month | Queer Money Ep. 632
<h2>Gay Retirement Abroad: 5 International Cities With $800 Rent (Yes, Really)</h2><p>What if the biggest upgrade to your retirement wasn’t saving more money… but choosing a different place to live?</p><p>In this episode of Queer Money, we explore five international cities where you can rent a two-bedroom apartment for under $800 a month—while still enjoying culture, community, and a welcoming LGBTQ+ environment.</p><p>Most of us were taught that retirement requires millions of dollars, decades of work, and a high-stress savings plan. But what if the real secret to gay retirement is changing the math instea...
Galaxy Note 4 Video Camera Test | ColdfusTion
The Samsung Galaxy Note 4 has just arrived. Here's a quick camera test with a few bits of sample footage at 4k UHD. All shots were taken on the phone with manual tap-to-focus. Note: The video has a bit of quality loss due to encoding in and scaling back to 1080p (I can't export in 4K because of a software bug). It still looks great though. Note 4 Initial Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XXGpD37-6L4 Music: Plan - Giga Giga » Google + | http://www.google.com/+coldfustion » Facebook | http://www.facebook.com/coldfustion » My music | http://burnwater.bandcamp.com or...
How Treasury Builds Credibility with Boards and Rating Agencies
<p>What does it take for a treasurer to earn - and protect - credibility with boards, rating agencies, and banking partners during billion-dollar transactions?</p><p>In this episode, we explore how treasury leaders like Stephen Kaufhold, Vice President & Treasurer at Incyte, build trust when the stakes are highest.</p><p>Stephen Kaufhold returns to the show, now serving as Vice President & Treasurer at Incyte. When he last appeared, he was SVP & Treasurer at Allergan, leading treasury through significant capital markets activity and transformation. Since then, he has continued to navigate change at scale, bringing experience across financial services...
The Chris Voss Show Podcast – Dusten Hendrickson: The Passive Income Revolution: Investing in Real Estate Syndication
<p></p> <p> Dusten Hendrickson: The Passive Income Revolution: Investing in Real Estate Syndication</p> <p> Mailboxmoneyre.com</p> <p></p> <p> About the Guest(s):<br /> Dusten Hendrickson is a seasoned real estate professional with over 20 years of experience in real estate development, design, and construction. He has managed projects totaling over $500 million, specializing in strategic land selection and wellness-focused apartment design. As the founder of Mailbox Money Real Estate, Dustin focuses on providing desirable, affordable housing solutions and strong investor outcomes. His expertise lies in delivering high-quality, strategic real estate options while addressing the affordable housing crisis in...
The Top 5 Cities in Croatia for Gay Retirees | Queer Money Ep. 630
<h2>Top 5 Cities to Retire in Croatia for Gay Folks | Affordable Gay Retirement in Europe</h2><p>Your morning walk is along a stone promenade by the Adriatic Sea.</p><p>Your biggest decision? Coffee… or wine… or both.</p><p>And your cost of living just dropped by 40–60%.</p><p>If you’ve been dreaming about gay retirement abroad, but assumed Europe meant Paris prices or Barcelona crowds, think again. In this episode of Queer Money, we break down the top 5 cities to retire in Croatia for gay men who want affordability, culture, and coastal beauty without draining their portfoli...
Leading Organizations That Attract and Retain Great Educators | Encore Episode - Ep 82
<p>Access a workshop guide to help your teams craft effective goals to guide their collaborative work - https://bit.ly/jlgoals </p><p>Access the FREE Guide for Leaders to Develop and Reinforce Team Norms - http://bit.ly/teamnormsguide</p><p>In this episode of Building a Culture of Collaboration we reach into the archives. Kurtis has the opportunity to connect with Chief Ruckus Maker Danny Bauer, a best selling author and host of the Better Leaders Better Schools podcast and the School Leadership Series podcast. Danny shares why we need ruckus makers in our organizations, the importance of...
The Chris Voss Show Podcast – How to Say What You Mean Without Being Mean by Jan D Thomas
<p></p> <p> How to Say What You Mean Without Being Mean by Jan D Thomas</p> <p> https://www.amazon.com/How-What-Mean-Without-Being/dp/1964362792</p> <p> Jandthomasbooksandpaint.com</p> <p></p> </p> <p>Your relationships are important and how you communicate with people will determine most aspects of your life. W hen your final word is spoken and your last breath is drawn, nothing will matter except God and those people whom you have loved. Only that love will last an eternity. You will see them again if they are in a right relationship with Christ, but all of those...
Building Trustworthy AI for Enterprise Workflows - with Amar Akshat of PaySafe
The consistency gap in enterprise AI represents a critical failure point where unpredictable system behavior outside of controlled demos threatens to derail executive sponsorship and regulatory compliance. In this episode, Amar Akshat, SVP & Chief Architect at Paysafe, examines how leaders can move beyond experimental shadow AI by embedding determinism and high-threshold guardrails directly into the production pipeline. The discussion outlines a rigorous evaluation framework centered on treating prompts as versioned intellectual property, implementing Know Your Agent (KYA) policy envelopes, and ensuring every agentic decision remains holistically auditable. Learn how brands work with Emerj and other Emerj Media options at https...
What You Repeat, You Reinforce | Jim Rohn Motivation
<p>In this Jim Rohn Motivation speech, discover how repetition is quietly shaping your identity every single day. Jim reveals that every habit—good or bad—is being reinforced through your actions, thoughts, and routines. Learn how to recognize what you’ve been rehearsing, stop reinforcing the wrong patterns, and use the power of repetition to become the person you actually want to be. 🌟</p><br><br><p>Watch this episode next: 10 Critical Habits That Your Future Depends On | Jim Rohn Motivation</p><br> <p>Key Topics From This Motivational speech: 📌Why repetition works for both success and self-sabotage 📌How habits compound...
How Artists Build a Career Without Galleries
<p>What if you didn’t need galleries or perfect timing to build a successful art career?</p><p>In this episode of The Professional Artist Podcast, mixed media artist Dayo Johnson is featured by the Professional Artist Association (https://professionalartist.com/join), the world’s fastest-growing global community for committed fine artists.</p><p>For over 30 years, Dayo has built a sustainable career outside the traditional gallery system… through festivals, commissions, and direct relationships with collectors.</p><p>Starting with $50 booths and small local shows, she steadily grew her audience, income, and opportunities through consistency.</p><p>Rather than waitin...
Opportunities Favor The Prepared | Jim Rohn Motivation | Jim Rohn Motivation Daily
<p>Unlock the mindset of high achievers with the Jim Rohn Motivation podcast — your audio companion for powerful ideas on success, self-discipline, and personal growth.</p><br><br><p>Watch this episode next: 10 Critical Habits That Your Future Depends On | Jim Rohn Motivation</p><br> <p>Dive into a curated collection of Jim Rohn’s most impactful talks, designed to spark clarity, build confidence, and help you create lasting change in your life and work. From goal-setting to leadership, each episode delivers timeless strategies you can apply every day.</p> <p>Whether you're chasing big dreams or just looking for dire...
Courage as a Pre-Requisite: Empowerment & Collaboration in Middle Schools with Katie Powell - Ep 78
<p>Access a workshop guide to help your teams craft effective goals to guide their collaborative work - https://bit.ly/jlgoals</p><p>Access the FREE Guide for Leaders to Develop and Reinforce Team Norms - http://bit.ly/teamnormsguide<br>How do we move from "working in silos" to a thriving, empowered school culture?<br>In this episode, we engage with Katie Powell, Director for Middle Level Programs for AMLE and author of Boredom Busters and Frustration Busters. Katie shares fascinating insights from AMLE’s research-evidenced best practices, specifically focusing on why leadership requires a blend of courage an...
Transform Your Life With This 6 Month Success Plan | Jim Rohn Motivation
<p>In this Jim Rohn Motivation speech, discover how just six months of focused effort and disciplined action can completely transform your life. Jim Rohn explains the power of intentional execution, how to eliminate distractions, and why consistency is the key to rapid success. If you commit fully, you’ll be amazed at how much progress you can make in such a short time.</p><br><br><p>Watch this episode next: 10 Critical Habits That Your Future Depends On | Jim Rohn Motivation</p><br> <p>Key Topics From This Motivational speech:</p> <p>How six months of focused effort can cr...
Note 4, iPhone 6 : The BIG Picture!
The Samsung Galaxy Note 4 has been released. It's a solid iteration of the Note series but what about bigger picture? Is the Note 4 enough to hold on in the changing large screen phone market place? » My music | http://burnwater.bandcamp.com or » http://www.soundcloud.com/burnwater Soundtrack Burn Water - Family Hounded - Hearts Maths Time Joy - Walk With Me Aaron Static - I Won't Fuzzy Nerds - Beautiful » Google + | http://www.google.com/+coldfustion » Facebook | http://www.facebook.com/coldfustion » Twitter | @Coldfustion ---<p> </p><p></p><p> </p><p></p><p> </p><p></p><p> </p><p></p><p>...
Leading Global Treasury Across Finance, Technology, Consumer Products, Sports and Entertainment
<p>Leading treasury across multiple industries requires more than technical expertise - it demands adaptability, broad experience, and a forward-looking mindset.</p><p>In this episode, Garima Thakur, Global Treasurer and Risk Leader at Creative Artists Agency (CAA) shares insights from building a treasury career spanning finance, technology, consumer products, sports, and entertainment.</p><p>Garima Thakur is Global Treasurer and Risk Leader at Creative Artists Agency (CAA), where she oversees treasury, liquidity management, and financial risk. She brings extensive treasury leadership experience across multiple industries, including financial services, technology, consumer products, and entertainment.</p><p>On the show Garima...
FRIDAY FOCUS - Make Your Actions Explicit
<p><br>______________________<br>#collaboration #norms #teamspirit #leadership #systems</p><p>Are you looking to further your growth as a collaborative leader? Access numerous FREE resources and webinars designed to help you build and sustain a strong culture of collaboration. https://www.jigsawlearning.ca/free</p><p>Interested in learning MORE about a framework that can transform your PLC and MTSS efforts? Access the FREE Overview of Collaborative Response Article https://bit.ly/CR-overview</p><p>Explore the book Collaborative Response by downloading the introduction for FREE https://bit.ly/CR-intro</p><p>Learn more about WeCollab and access a FREE t...
Scaling Customer Experience with Operationalized Agentic AI - with Shezan Kazi of Dialpad
A recurring challenge for leaders is that the use cases they expect to automate rarely match what customers actually struggle with once large‑scale conversation data is analyzed. In this episode, Shezan Kazi, Head of AI Transformation and AI Products at Dialpad, examines how autonomous agents should take the first pass on high‑volume deterministic requests, when they must hand off to humans, and why confidence scoring and oversight models are essential for safe deployment. He highlights the practical steps leaders can take — from starting with low‑risk, high‑impact tasks to redesigning processes around real interaction data — to expand automation r...
How We're Diversifying Our Investments Away from the U.S. | Queer Money Ep. 631
<h2>Diversifying Investments Beyond the U.S. | International Investing for Gay Gen X Retirement</h2><p>Are you unintentionally overexposed to the U.S. stock market?</p><p>In this episode of Queer Money (Ep. 631), we unpack why investors are diversifying investments away from the United States and what international investing means for gay men 45+ who have most of their retirement savings tied up in 401(k)s and IRAs.</p><p>Over the last six months alone, billions have rotated out of U.S. equities. International markets have outperformed. The dollar’s dominance is shifting. Central banks are diversifying reserves. An...
The Chris Voss Show Podcast – Unseen Leadership: Interrupt the Instincts That Block Your Success by Amy J. Clark
<p></p> <p> Unseen Leadership: Interrupt the Instincts That Block Your Success by Amy J. Clark</p> <p> https://www.amazon.com/Unseen-Leadership-Interrupt-Instincts-Success/dp/B0GM67TYS7</p> <p></p> <p> We are often told to trust our instincts. But what if those instincts are quietly working against us?</p> <p>Unseen Leadership: Interrupt the Instincts That Block Your Success challenges what leaders have long been rewarded for. Through decades advising and coaching senior executives, author Amy J. Clark has seen firsthand how instinctive habits that once drove achievement now create blind spots that block progress.</p> <p>Through powerful...
Lead from the Balcony: Gaining Perspective for Better Team Leadership - Encore Episode - Ep 80
<p>Creating Focus for Collaborative Planning WITHOUT Micromanaging Your Teams.<br>Access a workshop guide to help your team STOP focusing on things outside of our locus of control - https://bit.ly/JLlocus</p><p>Locus of Control workshop guide—a powerful tool to help your staff shift their focus to what is within their control. bit.ly/JLlocus</p><p>In this episode of Building a Culture of Collaboration, Lorna and Kurtis are joined by Darrin Peppard, President of Road to Awesome. Darrin is a leadership speaker, coach, host of the Leaning into Leadership podcast and a best sel...
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Nokia | The Rise And Fall [Part 1]
This is part 1 of a 3 part Nokia documentary series taking the look at the history of Nokia, how they rose to prominence and how they ultimately failed as a company. PART 2: http://youtu.be/RQEn19symz0 Soundtrack: Burn Water (Dagogo Altraide) - Hide https://soundcloud.com/burnwater/hide Montgomery - Piñata (Japanese Wallpaper Remix) Catching Flies - Quiet Nights Favela - Gong KOA - All My Love SirensCeol - Lost In Time » Google + | http://www.google.com/+coldfustion » Facebook | http://www.facebook.com/ColdFusionTV » Patreon | https://www.patreon.com/ColdFusion_TV » My music | http://burnwater.bandcamp.com or » http://www.so...
Why GenX Retirement is Harder | Queer Money Ep. 635
<h2>Why GenX Retirement Is Harder Than Boomers or Millennials</h2><p>GenX retirement was supposed to be simple: work hard, save consistently, retire comfortably. Yeah... about that.</p><p>In this episode of Queer Money, we break down why GenX retirement feels so much harder than what boomers often describe and what millennials get all the headlines for. For many Gen Xers, especially gay Gen X men, retirement planning has been shaped by market crashes, the shift from pensions to 401(k)s, rising debt, mortgage pressure, and a culture that told us to figure it all out ourselves. In...
Chile's Top 5 Cities for Gay Retirees | Gay Chile | Queer Money Ep. 634
<h2>Gay Retirement in Chile: 5 Cities Where You Can Live Well for Less</h2><p>What if your retirement looked like this: ocean views, wine country weekends, and rent under $800 a month?</p><p>In this episode of Queer Money, we’re diving into one of the most underrated destinations for gay retirement abroad—Chile. If you’ve been dreaming about leaving the U.S. but still want modern infrastructure, strong healthcare, and political stability, this might be your place.</p><p>Chile isn’t the cheapest country in Latin America—but that’s exactly why it works. You get higher quali...
How She Became a Full-Time Artist (The Second Time)
<p>For many artists, the question isn’t whether they’re talented enough. It’s whether they can actually make this work full-time.</p><p>In this episode of The Professional Artist Podcast, painter and ceramicist Christina Villa is featured by the Professional Artist Association (https://professionalartist.com/join), the world’s fastest-growing global community for committed fine artists.</p><p>Christina has built a recognizable signature style through her Wave Portrait Series…sculptural paintings inspired by Lake Michigan and coastal travels.<br>But her career didn’t become sustainable on the first try. Her first attempt at going full-time failed… not...
The Future of Digital Identity and Privacy in Web3 ｜ Shady El Damaty Interview
<b> In this episode of Blockchain Interviews, Ashton Addison sits down with Shady El Damaty, Co-Founder of human.tech, to explore how privacy preserving digital identity is being built for Web3 at global scale. The conversation dives into Human Passport, proof of humanity systems, zero knowledge cryptography, and how decentralized identity can enable fair governance, Sybil resistance, and secure token distribution across crypto ecosystems.We also cover human.tech’s evolution from Holonym, the launch of Wallet as a Protocol, partnerships including national digital identity initiatives, and the growth of the Human Network securing millions of cryptographic keys backed by bil...
096 - The Real Reason Your Church Isn’t Growing (It’s Not Your Preaching — It’s Your Assimilation System)
<p>Hey Pastor!</p><p>Many pastors secretly wonder: “Is it me?”</p><p>When growth stalls, we often assume it’s preaching quality, relevance, or programming.</p><p>But what if the real issue isn’t your sermon?</p><p>In this episode, Kevin unpacks why church growth almost always stalls because of structure — not speaking ability.</p><p>You’ll learn:</p>Why preaching inspires but systems integrateThe hidden leak in most churchesWhy your church grows at the speed of its assimilation systemHow to measure movement, not just attendance<p>Connect with Kevin: coaching@kevinelworth.live and at pastorsthriv
Connecting Forecasting and Warehouse Decisions at Scale - with Jerod Hamilton of Tyson Foods
Operational complexity in modern distribution centers is accelerating faster than most organizations can adapt, leaving leaders with fragmented data, static facility designs, and inefficiencies that compound across planning and fulfillment. In this episode, Jerod Hamilton, Director of 3PL Warehouse Strategy at Tyson Foods, joins Emerj's Marilie Fouche to examine how disconnected forecasting and warehousing systems limit real‑time decisioning and obscure the true sources of leakage inside large‑scale operations. He highlights the need for integrated planning signals and more adaptive warehouse systems that can adjust placement and movement decisions as demand shifts, rather than weeks after inefficiencies have already take...
The Chris Voss Show Podcast – Hearing The Voice of GOD: The Exciting life of a Poet by Ivery Savannah
<p></p> <p> Hearing The Voice of GOD: The Exciting life of a Poet by Ivery Savannah</p> <p> Iveryswordsofpoetry.com</p> <p></p> <p> The purpose of this book is share with the world the story of a nine year old little girl who never felt like she fit anywhere in this world. She starts to write to express all that was being bottled up inside her with no one to share her inner most feelings and emotions. As she began writing for her grandmother, then she went on to writing in a diary like most young girls do...
The Chris Voss Show Podcast – Stay Faithfully Fit: Minister of Fitness by Linda M. Bolton
<p></p> <p> Stay Faithfully Fit: Minister of Fitness by Linda M. Bolton</p> <p> https://www.amazon.com/Stay-Faithfully-Fit-Minister-Fitness-ebook/dp/B0GPHFRZ29</p> <p> https://stayfaithfullyfit.org/</p> <p></p> <p> Linda is a Minister of Fitness. Her enthusiasm radiates when she walks into a room. Her energy is contagious, authentic, genuine, and undeniable. Her dynamic messages are infused with grace, wisdom, compassion, and empathy. Her spontaneous, no-nonsense approach is complemented by an intriguing sense of humor that uplifts and inspires her listeners. The catchy phrases she uses, such as “I’m Just Saying” and “Praise Him, I Said,” ignite the...
How Artists Make Money at Art Festivals (What Actually Works)
<p>Are art festivals a gamble… or a reliable way to build income as an artist?</p><p>In this episode of The Professional Artist Podcast, fine art photographer Marisa White is featured by the Professional Artist Association (https://professionalartist.com/join), the world’s fastest-growing global community for committed fine artists.</p><p>Marisa has built a thriving career through a strategic approach to the art festival circuit, turning what many artists see as unpredictable into a consistent and scalable income stream. By refining her booth, presentation, and show selection, she’s learned how to maximize both visibility and sales...
