268. Compare and Despair: Break the Cycle That's Blocking Your Success
<p > You're scrolling LinkedIn and see a colleague got promoted. Someone else just keynoted at the conference you've been dreaming about speaking at. Another peer seems to effortlessly command every room they walk into, and that familiar knot starts forming in your stomach that makes you feel like you're falling behind."</p> <p > What if that singular thought pattern is the exact thing blocking you from the success, influence, and visibility you actually want?</p> <p > In this episode, I'm diving into what I call "compare and despair", the sneaky habit of using other people's success against yourself. If you're...
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SI384: Building an Inflation-Proof Portfolio ft. Yoav Git
<p>In this episode, Niels hosts Yoav Git to explore inflation risk, bond fragility, and the changing role of trend following in a world defined by supply shocks and declining trust. Drawing on recent research and market behavior, the conversation examines why traditional bond allocations struggle during inflationary regimes and how commodity trend strategies may offer structural resilience. The discussion spans geopolitics, deglobalization, energy markets, fixed income autocorrelation, and the limits of forecasting macro outcomes. Rather than predicting inflation’s path, the episode focuses on portfolio construction that can endure multiple regimes. What emerges is a disciplined argument for robustness ov...
A Day in the Life of a Construction Supervisor Part 2 – Self-care
<p>This episode of the IHSA Safety Podcast discusses mental health and self-care within the construction industry and features construction supervisor Andy Fournier. </p><p>Andy discusses areas of supervising that can lead to stress, such as tight schedules and deadlines. One way he manages stress is to set realistic expectations and understand that deadlines can change due to unforeseen factors. It’s better if a project is delayed than to cut corners and put lives at risk. It's also important to be open and honest with clients about deadlines and adjusting their expectations.</p><p>Andy states that prioritizing sel...
Emergency Preparedness and Crisis Management
<p>Episode 66 Show Notes: <br><br></p><p>Emergency Preparedness and Crisis Management<br><br></p><p>Episode Description<br><br></p><p>In this crucial episode of "Drive from C-Store Center," host Mike Hernandez explores the essential aspects of emergency preparedness and crisis management for convenience store district managers.<br><br></p><p>Learn why 40% of businesses without comprehensive emergency plans never reopen after a major crisis, and discover how to protect your team, customers, and operations when the unexpected strikes. Whether you're managing 3 stores or 30, this episode provides the systematic approach you need to build resilience into your o...
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Managing Construction Risks: COR®-Driven Health and Safety Excellence at SickKids Hospital
<p>This episode of the IHSA Safety Podcast discusses construction safety at the Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) and features Justin Da Silva, Safety Program Manager at SickKids.</p><p>Justin discusses SickKids hospital’s long-term plan called Project Horizon, which aims to improve pediatric care with new facilities designed for individual care. The project, funded by donations, will unfold over the next 10 to 20 years and involve demolishing some existing structures and building new ones, all while ensuring patient safety and minimizing disruptions.</p><p>Justin shares the challenges of construction at a busy hospital and addresses the importance of re...
BITCOIN & ALTCOINS BOUNCE! HUGE RIPPLE XRP DEFI NEWS!
Crypto News: Bitcoin and altcoins see a small price recovery after the massive selloff this week. Ripple outlines institutional DeFi blueprint for XRPL with compliance-focused infrastructure positioning XRP as settlement and bridge asset. XRP DeFi opens to institutions as Hex Trust adds custodial FXRP access.<br />Brought to you by 🏠 Propy (PRO) is a blockchain-based real estate marketplace and decentralized title registry that leverages smart contracts to facilitate property transactions globally https://propy.com/home/ & https://propy.com/home/ownyourtomorrow/<br /><br />💡Get the (Re)Thinking Crypto Book on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D2525DYX<br />🖥️ Learn Crypt...
IL45: Where Markets Reveal Human Error ft. Alex Imas
<p>Today we discuss one of the most popular and influential economic books of the last few decades - The Winner’s Curse. Originally published in 1994, a new version has just been released and we are joined by co-author Alex Imas who wrote the new edition alongside Nobel Prize winner Richard Thaler. When are we likely to spend a windfall and when are we likely to save it? When is it most dangerous to bid for business against competitors? And are ‘arbitrage’ opportunities in markets really a free lunch?</p><p>-----</p><p>50 YEARS OF TREND FOLLOWING BOOK AND BEHIND...
Martin Armstrong #1306
<p >Martin Armstrong is an internationally recognized economist, former hedge fund manager, the founder of AE Global Solutions Inc, Socrates, and Armstrong Economics. He talks the death of Gonzalo Lira, Ukraine/Russia, idea of dollar collapse being nonsense, rise in precious metals, unlikelihood of bombing in Iran, Minneapolis and much more. PLEASE SUBSCRIBE LIKE AND SHARE THIS PODCAST!!!</p> <p > </p> <p >Watch Show</p> <p >Rumble- https://rumble.com/v759bjq-the-idea-of-a-dollar-crash-is-nonsense-martin-armstrong.html</p> <p >YouTube- https://youtu.be/4gmJh7bJd5U?si=30Y_qNNYiPSro55O</p> <p > </p> <p >Follow Me</p> <p >X- https://x.com/CoffeeandaMike</p> <...
Cautious optimism at NRF around AI and shopper sentiment in 2026
<p>This week, co-hosts Gabriela Barkho and Melissa Daniels are joined by senior reporter Julia Waldow to dive into takeaways from the National Retail Federation's 2026 conference; it's the retail industry's biggest conference, and typically sets the tone for the year.</p> <p><br>The mood at NRF was cautiously optimistic, with brands and retailers showing off their best use cases of agentic commerce and AI tools to help with checkout and discovery. Waldow explains how the week also saw announcements from the likes of Google, and Microsoft about the tools they're deploying for retailers to try. But at the same...
The Guests are Taking Over: Lionel Shriver on the Dangers of Sanctuary City Policies
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A Fortune 500 Executive's Plan to Fix America's Political System | Paul Chapman | KAJ Masterclass
What if America's political "dysfunction" isn't a democracy problem—but an organizational design problem? That's the question driving Paul Chapman, a former Fortune 500 CIO and founder of the Centercratic Party. His thesis: the two-party system is a 170-year-old monopoly that has, in his view, structurally abandoned 43% of its market. His solution? Apply the discipline of high-performing organizations—clear strategy, member governance, measurable outcomes—to build a fully operational political party from scratch. This conversation is a masterclass in systems thinking, political entrepreneurship, and what it really takes to disrupt a duopoly. Explore the future of governance at https://kajmasterclass.com.=========================================*Guest...
The 5 Levels of C-Store Mastery: From Dive to Arrive
<p>Episode Title: The 5 Levels of C-Store Mastery: From Dive to Arrive</p><p>Episode Description: Retail training is broken. It’s passive, boring, and frankly, it doesn’t stick. Today, we are pausing the standard playbook to introduce the new reality of the industry: Sink or Swim.</p><p>In this episode, Mike Hernandez breaks down the "Old Way" of training versus the "New Era" of the Operator. We introduce the 5 stages of a convenience store career and the specific mindset shift required to master each one:</p>Dive (Sales Associate): How to stop drowning in the details.Survive (Assi...
GM94: When Capitalism Reboots and Crashes Again ft. Mark Blyth
<p>As the long era of neoliberal certainty frays, Mark Blyth argues that we are drifting back toward a 19th century world of rival blocs, imperial habits and dangerous illusions. In this conversation, he traces how repeated “software crashes” of capitalism produced inflation, austerity, populism and now a return to industrial policy and great power confrontation. He connects deficits, demographics, migration, and housing with the lived reality of stagnant wages and rising prices. Along the way, he questions central bank mythology, challenges deficit obsession, and asks whether politics can adapt before events force a far harsher reset.</p><p>-----</p><p...
Dave Collum #1311
<p >Dave Collum is a professor of organic chemistry at Cornell University. He talks Epstein file dump, if Epstein is still alive, rigging of lotteries, Erika Kirk, Daily Wire, bitcoin, precious metals, and much more. PLEASE SUBSCRIBE LIKE AND SHARE THIS PODCAST!!! </p> <p > </p> <p >Watch Show</p> <p >Rumble- https://rumble.com/v75l81c-epstein-could-be-alive-dave-collum.html</p> <p >YouTube- https://youtu.be/UJBgKYl8Hpk</p> <p > </p> <p >Follow Me</p> <p >X- https://x.com/CoffeeandaMike</p> <p >IG- https://www.instagram.com/coffeeandamike/</p> <p >Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/CoffeeandaMike/</p> <p >YouTube- https://www.youtu...
A Conversation on Faith, Health, and Transformation with Matthew Headden | KAJ Masterclass
What does it mean to care for your body as a sacred temple? Join host Khudania Ajay (KAJ) with Matthew Headden, a Christian health coach, combat veteran, and recovered addict who founded the Temple Keepers ministry. Moving beyond diets and shame, we explore why neglecting health is a spiritual issue, how to break generational cycles of obesity and addiction through faith and identity, and what true discipline looks like when motivation fails. Matthew shares his powerful redemption story from rock bottom to purpose, challenging common lies about fitness and offering a practical, grace-filled path to honor God with your health...
Will Tanner #1308
<p >Will Tanner is a writer and co-founder of The American Tribune. He talks future of America, AI, nuclear power, Epstein, White House Gladiator moment, and much more. PLEASE SUBSCRIBE LIKE AND SHARE THIS PODCAST!!!</p> <p > </p> <p >Watch Show</p> <p >Rumble- https://rumble.com/v75dik0-maybe-the-sky-is-not-going-to-fall-will-tanner.html</p> <p >YouTube- https://youtu.be/yytXkjG32eg</p> <p > </p> <p >Follow Me</p> <p >X- https://x.com/CoffeeandaMike</p> <p >IG- https://www.instagram.com/coffeeandamike/</p> <p >Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/CoffeeandaMike/</p> <p >YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@Coffeeandamike</p> <p >Rumble- https://rum...
A Conversation on Epic Storytelling with Author Terrence Rotering | KAJ Masterclass
What does a retired USAF fighter weapon systems officer write after decades at NORAD? Join host Khudania Ajay (KAJ) with author Terrence Rotering as we explore the creation of his ten-book Chronicles Series, an epic multiverse where fantasy, science fiction, and spiritual warfare collide. We discuss the "godwinks" that guided the writing, the unique "egg within an egg" narrative structure, and how his work empowers readers to see they are already equipped for their own battles, unlike the heroes of Tolkien or Lewis. This masterclass unveils the process of building a complete saga and the mindset of a storyteller who...
GOLDMAN SACHS HUGE CRYPTO HOLDINGS REVEALED! BITCOIN, XRP, ETHEREUM, & SOLANA!
Crypto News: Goldman Sachs crypto holdings disclosed in new filing which includes billions in Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, and Solana. Citadel Securities backs LayerZero as it unveils ‘Zero’ blockchain for global markets. Robinhood launches Ethereum layer-2 testnet for tokenized assets. Brought to you by 🏦 Learn about iTrustCapital’s powerful Premium Custody Account (PCA) and tax-advantaged Crypto IRA platforms https://www.itrustcapital.com/go/thinkingcrypto<br /><br />💡Get the (Re)Thinking Crypto Book on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D2525DYX <br />🖥️ Learn Crypto with Expert Commentary - http://MyCryptoCourse.com <br />Sponsors:<br />🔐 Safely Store your Crypto with Trezor Hardware Wallet...
Grayscale's Altcoin ETF Strategy Revealed! | Rayhaneh Sharif- Askary
Rayhaneh Sharif-Askary, Head of Product & Research at Grayscale, sat down with me for an interview at the Halborn Access 2026 Summit at the NYSE. We discussed Grayscale’s latest crypto ETF products, including its Solana staking and Chainlink ETFs.<br />Brought to you by 🏠 Propy (PRO) is a blockchain-based real estate marketplace and decentralized title registry that leverages smart contracts to facilitate property transactions globally https://propy.com/home/ & https://propy.com/home/ownyourtomorrow/ <br /><br />💡Get the (Re)Thinking Crypto Book on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D2525DYX <br />🖥️ Learn Crypto with Expert Commentary - http://MyCryptoCourse...
A Day in the Life of a Construction Supervisor Part 1 – Taking Care of Business
<p>This episode of the IHSA Safety Podcast discusses the legal responsibilities, safety standards, and regulatory framework that every construction supervisor needs to know and features construction supervisor Andy Fournier.</p><p>Andy discusses the most important supervisory responsibilities on a construction project, one of which is prioritizing safety above all else. He speaks against a culture that puts schedule and deadlines over safety, stating that while no one may remember how quickly a project is completed, everyone will always remember the impact of safety oversights, such as incidents that result in serious injuries or fatalities. Jobsites should promote a c...
Supporting Safer Workplaces with IHSA’s Associate COR® Consulting Program
<p>This episode of the IHSA Safety Podcast discusses IHSA’s Associate COR® Consulting Program and features IHSA’s Chris McKean along with health and safety consultants Mike Russo, Abe Khalil, and Chris Ring.</p><p>Chris McKean explains that the Associate COR® Consulting Program was developed to help Ontario workplaces achieve COR® certification and to promote collaboration and continuous improvement in health and safety practices among IHSA members. He states that COR®-certified companies are statistically safer than non-certified ones, and the program aims to extend that strong safety culture across more workplaces.</p><p>Mike, Abe, and Chris Ring sha...
Opening the Door to Support: A Mental Health Resource
<p>This episode of the IHSA Safety Podcast discusses the importance of mental health training in the workplace and features Enzo Garritano, IHSA’s President and CEO.</p><p>Enzo highlights the necessity of understanding mental health and its impact in the workplace. Everyone in the workplace plays a part in mental health, and it should be treated like any other workplace risk, with a focus on raising awareness and understanding the support roles and resources available.</p><p>Enzo discusses ‘Opening the Door to Support,’ one of IHSA’s eLearning programs designed to equip learners with essential skills and tools to...
A Conversation on Superconscious Healing & Midlife Transformation | Rochelle Vogt | KAJ Masterclass
What if the key to healing isn't fixing yourself, but accessing a deeper intelligence within? Join host Khudania Ajay (KAJ) with Dr. Rochelle Vogt, Ph.D., a Superconscious Development Coach who blends neuroscience, mindfulness, and intuitive guidance to help women move from survival mode to creation mode. We explore why old patterns resurface in midlife, how subconscious blocks shape health and choices, and the science behind shifting from self-fixing to self-creating. Whether you're navigating chronic anxiety, midlife overwhelm, or simply seeking to live as the conscious creator of your life, this masterclass offers a roadmap for quantum transformation. Explore superconscious...
Jennifer Griffin: Inside the Pentagon's Iran planning
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Enhancing Efficiency with the COR® Combined Audit
<p>This episode of the IHSA Safety Podcast discusses the new COR® Combined Audit program and features Peter Smith, Lead COR® Auditor at IHSA.</p><p>Peter states that the COR® Combined Audit allows organizations with many accounts to undergo one comprehensive COR® audit rather than multiple audits throughout the year. The key benefit of the program is to enhance efficiency during the COR® certification process, so that instead ofreviewing the same health and safety management system with various accounts multiple times, the review can be completed in a single audit of all accounts. </p><p>The combined audit program isn’t mandatory but rather optional, and...
THE COLD WAR (THE COOLER)
<p>Episode Title: The Cold War: Mastering the Cooler (Episode 72)</p><p>Episode Description: You are paying electricity to cool products that nobody buys.</p><p>For a District Manager, the Cooler is often a "Graveyard" for dead inventory. "SKU Creep" happens when Managers accept new products without removing the old failures, resulting in a cooler cramped with slow-movers while the high-volume best-sellers run out of space.</p><p>In this episode of Drive, Mike Hernandez focuses on SKU Rationalization. We treat the cooler as an investment portfolio. If a stock (or a soda) isn't performing, you sell it and...
Chris Martenson #1313
<p >Dr. Chris Martenson, PhD (Duke), MBA (Cornell) is an economic researcher and futurist specializing in energy and resource depletion, and founder of Peak Prosperity. He talks the City of London, Epstein, Pam Bondi testifying, economic pain ahead, tech bros, and much more. PLEASE SUBSCRIBE LIKE AND SHARE THIS PODCAST!!! </p> <p > </p> <p >Watch Show</p> <p >Rumble- https://rumble.com/v75p640-did-epstein-file-taxes-chris-martenson.html</p> <p >YouTube- https://youtu.be/LpYKtt8NncM</p> <p > </p> <p >Follow Me</p> <p >X- https://x.com/CoffeeandaMike</p> <p >IG- https://www.instagram.com/coffeeandamike/</p> <p >Facebook- https://www...
A Conversation on Healing Trauma with Dr. Robert Bleck | KAJ Masterclass
What if the key to healing deep emotional trauma wasn't just talking about it, but safely re-experiencing it? Join host Khudania Ajay (KAJ) with Dr. Robert Bleck, creator of Source Completion Therapy (SCT), a three-phase process designed to cleanse and heal the wounds of abuse and suffering. We demystify this approach: from confronting the true source of pain, to the critical role of sensory immersion, to the final act of "giving back the pain" through symbolic or direct confrontation. Dr. Bleck, a trauma survivor himself, explains the common diversions that keep people stuck and how his method facilitates profound emotional...
SI385: When Volatility Becomes the Signal ft. Katy Kaminski
<p>Katy Kaminski joins us to assess the early signals shaping markets in 2026. The conversation explores the resurgence of commodity trends, the role of volatility estimation, and why diversification across markets and speeds matters more than ever. Drawing on new research, they examine dispersion within the CTA universe, the limits of replication, and how volatility targeting quietly determines outcomes. From precious metals to currencies, from crisis alpha to geopolitical risk, this episode offers a grounded look at why trend following thrives during disruption and why regime change remains its natural habitat.</p><p>-----</p><p>50 YEARS OF TREND FOLLOWING...
267. The Powerful Framework That Turns Nervousness into Professional Presence
<p > The promotion went to someone less qualified. The VP never learned about your game-changing idea. That strategic relationship never happened.</p> <p > Not because you weren't capable, but because when the moment came to step forward, you stayed silent.</p> <p > In this episode, I'm breaking down the exact mental framework that separates people who demonstrate social bravado from people who play it safe. You'll discover why what you've been calling "risk" is actually strategic positioning, and how to reframe high-stakes professional moments so they feel like preparation, not danger.</p> <p >You'll learn:</p> The reframe that transforms...
TRUMP BUYING BITCOIN DIP SAYS JIM CRAMER & CRYPTO REGULATION BILL IS LOSING GROUND!
Crypto News: Will Bitcoin see a relief rally soon? Wall Street firm Bernstein reiterated its $150,000 year-end price target on BTC. Jim Cramer said Trump is buying Bitcoin for the reserve. Brought to you by ✅ VeChain is a versatile enterprise-grade L1 smart contract platform https://www.vechain.org/<br />💡Get the (Re)Thinking Crypto Book on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D2525DYX <br />🖥️ Learn Crypto with Expert Commentary - http://MyCryptoCourse.com <br />Sponsors:<br />🔐 Safely Store your Crypto with Trezor Hardware Wallets - https://affil.trezor.io/SHlz <br />🏠 Propy (PRO) is a blockchain-based real estate marketplace and dec...
UNMASKED: Democrats’ Disastrous DHS Hearing
<p>[00:00:00] Bret Baier</p> <p> </p> <p>[00:18:25] Michael Makovsky</p> <p> </p> <p>[00:36:48] Sen. Roger Marshall</p> <p> </p> <p>[00:55:11] George P. Bush</p> <p> </p> <p>[01:13:35] Jennifer Griffin</p> <p> </p> <p>[01:31:58] Daniel Turner</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</p>
Anthony and Josh Rubin of Muckraker #1305
<p >Anthony and Josh Rubin of Muckraker comes on the podcast to discuss getting kidnapped at gunpoint by the Mexican cartel, their newest documentary Replacing Europe: Following the World's Deadliest Migration Route, difference in aliens flowing into US vs. Europe, reporting in Columbus, Minneapolis, and much more. PLEASE SUBSCRIBE LIKE AND SHARE THIS PODCAST!!!</p> <p > </p> <p >Watch Show</p> <p >Rumble- https://rumble.com/v758eq8-replacing-europe-following-the-worlds-deadliest-migration-route-anthonyjosh.html</p> <p >YouTube- https://youtu.be/fdMN12MhpIs</p> <p > </p> <p >Follow Me</p> <p >X- https://x.com/CoffeeandaMike</p> <p >IG- https://www.instagram.com/coffeeandamike/</p> <...
261. Why You Feel Drained When You're "Doing Everything Right"
<p > In episode #261, you'll discover why your exhaustion isn't just about workload, long hours, or a packed calendar, and why, even when life looks "successful" on paper, your day-to-day experience can still feel heavy and flat. You'll learn how constant self-monitoring, impression management, over-apologizing, and social over-functioning quietly drain your nervous system, and what to do instead so you feel more steady, present, and energized without becoming louder or someone you're not. If you're intelligent, responsible, and used to being the person who "holds it all together," this episode will help you understand your energy leaks at a nervous-system level...
"We’re Coming For You": Tom Homan’s Warning
<p>[00:10:27] Doron Spielman</p> <p> </p> <p>[00:18:26] Griff Jenkins & Rachel Campos-Duffy</p> <p> </p> <p>[00:45:19] John Harbaugh</p> <p> </p> <p>[01:13:35] Shannon Bream</p> <p> </p> <p>[01:32:00] Tyrus</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</p>
Closing the Loop: Using the COR® Maintenance Action Plan to Drive Continuous Improvement
<p>This episode of the IHSA Safety Podcast discusses COR®’s Maintenance Action Plan (MAP) and features Peter Smith, Lead COR® Auditor at IHSA, and Margaret Hart, health and safety program administrator at Hart-Well Electrical.</p><p>The MAP, which was introduced in Alberta in 2016 to improve health and safety standards, is a new option for mature COR®-certified organizations in Ontario to enhance health and safety without the burden of repetitive internal audits.</p><p>Peter explains that following a recertification audit a company has the option to participate in a MAP instead of completing an internal maintenance audit. The c...
The 5 Levels of C-Store Mastery: From Dive to Arrive
<p>Episode Title: The 5 Levels of C-Store Mastery: From Dive to Arrive</p><p>Episode Description: Retail training is broken. It’s passive, boring, and frankly, it doesn’t stick. Today, we are pausing the standard playbook to introduce the new reality of the industry: Sink or Swim.</p><p>In this episode, Mike Hernandez breaks down the "Old Way" of training versus the "New Era" of the Operator. We introduce the 5 stages of a convenience store career and the specific mindset shift required to master each one:</p>Dive (Sales Associate): How to stop drowning in the details.Survive (Assi...
PepsiCo thins portfolio and bets on better-for-you products
<p>This week's episode of the Modern Retail Podcast kicks off with a discussion between co-hosts Gabriela Barkho and Melissa Daniels about PepsiCo's announcement that it will be trimming its portfolio and cutting back prices as part of a new agreement with activist investor Elliott Investment Management. They also unpack the opportunities the conglomerate faces as it plans more innovation in the better-for-space, whether that's removing artificial colors and flavors, or including more protein, fiber and whole grains.</p> <p><br>Then on the featured segment (15:40), Daniels is joined by Modern Retail's Allison Smith and Julia Waldow to unpack the...
How startups get on the shelves of Whole Foods
<p>On this week’s Modern Retail Podcast, senior reporters Melissa Daniels and Gabriela Barkho kick things off with a look at the record-setting use of buy now, pay later payments over Black Friday weekend. The duo also gets into the holiday spirit by talking about the widespread impact of seasonal flavors. This year’s big trend? All things cranberry.</p> <p>Later on in the episode (23:41), Barkho sits down with Kelly Landrieu, principal planner of local & emerging brands at Whole Foods Market, who heads up its Local & Emerging Accelerator Program. In the conversation, Landrieu outlines the program’s role in bri...
Kevin Wadsworth of Northstar & Badcharts #1309
<p >Kevin Wadsworth of Northstar & Badcharts, is a military meteorologist, applying scientific, predictive principles to forecast market movements. He talks drop in bitcoin, gold, silver, breakdown of the World Order, and much more. PLEASE SUBSCRIBE LIKE AND SHARE THIS PODCAST!!!</p> <p > </p> <p >Watch Show</p> <p >Rumble- https://rumble.com/v75fg9k-crypto-failed-vs.-gold-why-that-matters-kevin-wadsworth-of-northstar-and-ba.html</p> <p >YouTube- https://youtu.be/4QDRQRT-uYw</p> <p > </p> <p >Follow Me</p> <p >X- https://x.com/CoffeeandaMike</p> <p >IG- https://www.instagram.com/coffeeandamike/</p> <p >Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/CoffeeandaMike/</p> <p >YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@Cof...
What is in and out for wellness in 2026
<p>Kicking off the new year, the Modern Retail Podcast is delving into all things wellness.</p> <p>This week, senior reporter Gabi Barkho is joined by Rachel Hirsch, founder and managing partner of Wellness Growth Ventures, which has backed brands like BelliWelli and Cure Hydration. Together, they predict what’s on trend and what’s on its way out, when it comes to health and wellness. The categories discussed include food and beverage, beauty, and fitness. </p> <p>The emerging themes in 2026 include:</p> The definition of wellness resolution is constantly evolving, especially as consumers try more trends and focus...
The politics don't support it: Rep. Tony Gonzales on legal path forward for migrants
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“It’s Not Realistic” – The Truth About Mass Deportations
<p>[00:00:00] Lawrence Jones</p> <p> </p> <p>[00:18:26] Sen. Markwayne Mullin</p> <p> </p> <p>[00:55:12] Steven Moore</p> <p> </p> <p>[01:24:00] Chris Klomp</p> <p> </p> <p>[01:32:00] Ian O’Connor</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</p>
The dawn of DTC 3.0
<p>In 2026, the term direct-to-consumer, or DTC, has become somewhat of a pejorative within the retail startups ecosystem.</p> <p>Enter: “DTC 3.0,” or what’s dubbed as the most sustainable and profitable version of the model to date. The term was popularized last year after an X post by Cody Plofker, the CEO of Jones Road Beauty, though a debate has emerged on what the phrase entails.</p> <p>On this week's episode of the Modern Retail Podcast, senior reporter Gabriela Barkho is joined by two veterans of the DTC landscape who started their brands in the 2010s. Nate Checketts, co-fou...
THE 10-SECOND AUDITION
<p>Episode Title: The 10-Second Audition: Why Customers Drive By Your Store (Episode 70)</p><p>Episode Description: Stop me if you’ve done this: You drive past a restaurant because the sign is flickering or the parking lot looks dark. You didn't taste the food, but you judged the business instantly.</p><p>Your customers are doing the same thing to your store every single night.</p><p>In this episode of C-Store Legends, Mike Hernandez breaks down the "Front Stage" concept. Most employees think their job starts when they clock in, but the sale is actually won or lost in...
Convenience Store Success: Crisis Management and Emergency Preparedness
<p>Episode 76 Show Notes: </p><p>Convenience Store Success - Crisis Management and Emergency Preparedness</p><p>Episode Description</p><p>In this vital episode of "Thrive from C-Store Center," host Mike Hernandez delivers essential guidance on crisis management and emergency preparedness - or as he calls it, "planning for the worst while hoping for the best."</p><p>Learn how proper emergency planning saved one store 80% of their perishable inventory during a 12-hour power outage, while unprepared competitors faced thousands in losses. Discover why convenience stores are essential community lifelines during emergencies and how you can fulfill this role w...
A Conversation on Energy Healing and Spiritual Wellness with Herman Petrick | KAJ Masterclass
How can understanding and clearing unseen energies transform your well-being? Join host Khudania Ajay (KAJ) with internationally renowned energy healer Herman Petrick. With over a decade of experience in remote clearings and spiritual guidance, Herman discusses practical methods to remove unwanted energies from your environment, release anxiety without medication, improve sleep, and reconnect with your authentic self. We explore how energy dynamics influence daily life, the process of clearing "dark portals" and intentional negative placements, and how fostering a positive energetic field can promote harmony, purpose, and inner peace. This conversation demystifies energy healing for a modern audience seeking holistic...
IS THE CRYPTO RELIEF RALLY NEAR? BITCOIN, XRP, ETHEREUM, UNISWAP & BINANCE ANALYSIS!
Brian from Santiment joined me to review the crypto market metrics for Bitcoin, XRP, Ethereum, and Uniswap. 🖥️ Sign up with Santiment to get quality crypto metrics - https://app.santiment.net/pricing?fpr=thinkingcrypto Get 25% discount with code THINKINGCRYPTO<br />💡Get the (Re)Thinking Crypto Book on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D2525DYX <br />🖥️ Learn Crypto with Expert Commentary - http://MyCryptoCourse.com <br />Sponsors:<br />🔐 Safely Store your Crypto with Trezor Hardware Wallets - https://affil.trezor.io/SHlz <br />🏠 Propy (PRO) is a blockchain-based real estate marketplace and decentralized title registry that leverages smart contracts to facilitat...
SI386: When Position Sizing Saves You ft. Rob Carver
<p>Today, we are joined by Rob Carver to unpack one of the most volatile weeks seen in commodity markets in years. The conversation centers on silver’s sharp rise and sudden collapse, using it as a case study in volatility targeting, liquidity risk, and disciplined position sizing. From Freaky Friday to broader dislocations across assets, they examine why systematic risk management matters when markets move faster than narratives. The discussion expands into diversification, correlation assumptions, alternative markets, and new research on trend portfolio construction, offering a grounded reminder that survival often matters more than precision.</p><p>-----</p><p>...
Inside the Super Bowl activation boom
<p>This week on the Modern Retail Podcast, special projects editor Melissa Daniels is joined by senior reporter Julia Waldow to dive deep into the world of brand activations happening around Super Bowl LX. Many brands don't have the $8 million to drop on a Super Bowl ad. In turn, they're tapping pop-ups, concerts and other IRL experiences to drive awareness before millions of eyeballs in the Bay Area, where the Super Bowl will be held at Levi's Stadium.</p>
Building the Most Powerful Crypto Wallet Infrastructure! | Christopher des Fontaines
Christopher des Fontaines, Co-CEO & Co-founder of Dfns, sat down with me for an interview at the Halborn Access 2026 Summit at the NYSE. We discussed how Dfns is helping institutions such as IBM to build digital asset and crypto infrastructure.<br />Brought to you by 🔐 Safely Store your Crypto with Trezor Hardware Wallets - https://affil.trezor.io/SHlz <br /><br />💡Get the (Re)Thinking Crypto Book on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D2525DYX <br />🖥️ Learn Crypto with Expert Commentary - http://MyCryptoCourse.com <br />Sponsors:<br />🏠 Propy (PRO) is a blockchain-based real estate marketplace and decentralized title registry th...
260. The Year You Stayed the Same: Why Smart People Stay Socially Stuck
<p >If your interpersonal skills are the same today as they did a year ago, the problem isn't your personality, your schedule, or your temperament. It's your thoughts. In this episode, we look at the hidden beliefs that keep high-achieving professionals socially stagnant, and why updating your thinking is the only path to true change.</p> <p >**</p> <p > Don't even know where to begin in improving your interpersonal skills?</p> <p > Are you ready to leave social stress behind and go from where you are to where you want to be?</p> <p > Confidence on Cue: a powerful 5-minute a...
Understanding the Hierarchy of Controls in Workplace Health & Safety
<p>This episode of the IHSA Safety Podcast discusses the hierarchy of controls as a fundamental tool in workplace health and safety and features Scott Laing.</p><p>Scott explains that the hierarchy of controls is a framework that helps to reduce or eliminate hazards, starting with the most effective methods such as elimination and substitution and moving down to less effective measures such as personal protective equipment (PPE).</p><p>The hierarchy of controls helps manage workplace risks effectively, particularly on construction sites. Because construction sites are dynamic with conditions changing frequently, it’s always critical to identify hazards be...
Stablecoin Payment Adoption is Accelerating! | Rob Morgan
Rob Morgan, Head of Stablecoin and Banking Strategy at Payoneer, joined me to discuss how Payoneer plans to integrate stablecoins into its payments infrastructure.<br />Topics: <br />- Payoneer's stablecoin plans <br />- Banks adopting blockchain tech <br />- Future of Payments <br />- GENIUS Act <br />- ABA and Banks push back on Stablecoin yield<br />Recorded on January 20th, 2026.<br />Brought to you by 🔐 Safely Store your Crypto with Trezor Hardware Wallets - https://affil.trezor.io/aff_c?offer_id=369&aff_id=35704 <br /><br />💡Get the (Re)Thinking Crypto Book on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D2525DY...
The Role of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in Workplace Safety
<p>This episode of the IHSA Safety Podcast discusses personal protective equipment (PPE) and features Ryan Smith, health and safety consultant at IHSA.</p><p>Ryan highlights the necessity of having the appropriate PPE fit and proper training on how to use them. The right fit, the right gear, and the right training could mean the difference between going home safe and not going home at all.</p><p>Ryan identifies common PPE mistakes on construction sites, such as not wearing hard hats at all times when on site, not wearing appropriate eye protection where there's a risk to the...
THE GLASS CAGE (DISTRICT LIABILITY)
<p>Show Notes (Drive Version)</p><p>Episode Title: The Glass Cage: District Liability & Risk (Episode 74)</p><p>Episode Description: "You can't be everywhere. But your standards can be."</p><p>For a District Manager, a safety incident isn't just a tragedy; it's a liability nightmare. If you aren't auditing for "The Broken Window," you are leaving your company open to negligence claims.</p><p>In this episode of Drive, Mike Hernandez teaches you how to audit for Risk Patterns across your territory. Plus, we give a special shout-out to Kristin (Member #1) for leading the charge! We discuss why "The...
Legal and Regulatory Compliance
<p>Episode 68 Show Notes: </p><p>Legal and Regulatory Compliance</p><p>Episode Description</p><p>In this final episode of the "Drive" series from C-Store Center, host Mike Hernandez tackles the critical topic that affects every aspect of convenience store operations - legal and regulatory compliance.</p><p>Discover how Maria Rodriguez transformed her district from averaging three violations per quarter to achieving perfect compliance scores across all regulatory inspections. More impressively, she reduced employee turnover by 40% and improved customer satisfaction by 25% by making compliance part of everyday operations through her "Compliance 365" system.</p><p>📚 What You'll Learn:</p>The...
Marc Thiessen on ICE and Border Strategy
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A Conversation on Food, Freedom & Compassion with Dr. Will Tuttle | KAJ Masterclass
What if changing what’s on your plate could change the world? Join host Khudania Ajay (KAJ) for a profound and expansive conversation with Dr. Will Tuttle, author of the international bestseller The World Peace Diet, Zen monk, and visionary advocate for compassionate living. We explore how our food choices shape not only our health, but our spirituality, freedom, and connection to all life. Dr. Tuttle shares insights on the healing power of plant-based living, the deep spiritual roots of veganism, and how reclaiming our relationship with food can lead to personal peace and global transformation. Discover how compassion becomes a...
John Harbaugh's Giant move
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259. Reengineering Your Social Identity for High-Stakes Professional Growth
<p >In this episode, we take a deep, honest look at the role your social identity plays in your success, especially in the rooms where influence, opportunity, and visibility matter most. If you've ever felt like your interpersonal skills lag behind your expertise, or that your social confidence doesn't match your level of accomplishment, this conversation will change how you see yourself.</p> <p >You'll learn why your brain continues recreating the same social experiences year after year, how emotional habits shape your identity, and why high achievers often hold onto outdated versions of themselves without realizing it. More importantly...
UGO09: Playing the Players in a Narrative Market ft. Ben Hunt
<p>Cem Karsan sits down with Ben Hunt, founder of Epsilon Theory, to explore how narratives shape markets, politics, and decision making itself. Drawing on decades of experience across academia, hedge funds, and applied AI, Ben explains why stories, not data, increasingly drive outcomes in modern markets. The conversation spans unstructured data, inference, common knowledge, and the mechanics of narrative momentum. Together, they examine consumer expectations, inflation silence, geopolitical signaling, and the slow shift away from US dominance. What emerges is a framework for understanding markets as reflexive systems, where perception often matters more than reality.</p><p>-----</p><...
How ICE activity became an issue retailers big and small can no longer ignore
<p>On this week’s Modern Retail Podcast, the staff discusses how the growing presence of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in cities like Minneapolis is impacting retail. Senior reporter Gabriela Barkho and special projects editor Melissa Daniels are joined by Modern Retail executive editor Anna Hensel to discuss topics like executives' reactions, shoppers’ protests and how brands are expressing solidarity with people on the ground.<br>In this episode, the three discuss:</p> How local and national retail brands with a Minneapolis presence are addressing their employees and customers. Recent ICE killings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti pushed corpo...
A look back at 2025, from tariffs to Target to Labubus
<p>On this week's Modern Retail Podcast, hosts Gabriela Barkho and Melissa Daniels are joined by reporter Mitchell Parton to discuss the themes and trends that dominated retail in 2025. The year certainly didn't play out the way that many in the retail industry were initially expecting, as tariffs upended many companies' carefully laid plans for the year.</p> <p>Still, there were pockets of hope. Even though there weren't as many IPOs this year as some in the industry hoped there would be, there were still some promising acquisitions, like Church & Dwight buying hand sanitizer brand Touchland, and Harry's parent...
Shutdown Looms as House Democrats Battle DHS Officials
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THE CASH REGISTER CAGE MATCH
<p>Episode Title: The Cash Register Cage Match: Speed vs. Accuracy (Episode 80)</p><p>Episode Description: You see the line building up. You see your cashier panic. So, what do you do? You jump on the second register and kill the line yourself.</p><p>You just saved the moment, but you hurt your store.</p><p>For a Store Manager, the "Cash Register Cage Match" isn't about how fast you can ring; it's about how fast your team can ring when you aren't standing there. If you have to rescue your shift every day, you haven't trained them—you've en...
Convenience Store Success: Program Recap and Future Outlook
<p>Episode 77 Show Notes: </p><p>Convenience Store Success - Program Recap and Future Outlook</p><p>Episode Description</p><p>In this milestone final episode of the "Thrive" series from C-Store Center, host Mike Hernandez celebrates the journey we've taken together and charts the exciting path forward for convenience store leaders.</p><p>Join us as we explore the remarkable success stories from managers like Sarah in Milwaukee who cut waste by 40%, and Marcus in Phoenix who transformed his team using our training techniques. This isn't just a conclusion - it's a bridge to your next level of growth, w...
Will Trump Strike Iran? | DHS Shutdown Looming
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GM95: When Consensus Gets the Cycle Wrong ft. Dario Perkins
<p>In this episode, Alan Dunne is joined by Dario Perkins to examine why the global macro consensus may be fundamentally misreading the current cycle. The conversation moves from US fiscal stimulus and Federal Reserve credibility to the limits of the K-shaped economy narrative. Perkins challenges prevailing assumptions around AI-driven productivity, labor market weakness, and falling inflation, arguing that policy choices are pushing economies toward overheating rather than stagnation. The discussion extends to bond markets, term premia, Japan’s normalization, Europe’s fiscal pivot, and China’s rebalancing dilemma. What emerges is a picture of renewed growth, rising risks, and a cycl...
BLACKROCK IS ABOUT TO PUMP CRYPTO WITH DEFI UNISWAP INVESTMENT!
Crypto News: BlackRock takes first DeFi step, lists BUIDL on Uniswap. BlackRock exec says 1% crypto allocation in Asia could unlock $2 trillion in new flows.<br />Brought to you by ✅ VeChain is a versatile enterprise-grade L1 smart contract platform https://www.vechain.org/ <br /><br />💡Get the (Re)Thinking Crypto Book on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D2525DYX <br />🖥️ Learn Crypto with Expert Commentary - http://MyCryptoCourse.com <br />Sponsors:<br />🔐 Safely Store your Crypto with Trezor Hardware Wallets - https://affil.trezor.io/SHlz <br />🏠 Propy (PRO) is a blockchain-based real estate marketplace and decentralized title registry that levera...
Clem Chambers #1312
<p >Clem Chambers is a CEO, author, and financial markets commentator. He talks fall of network television, NATURAL INTELLIGENCE vs. NATURAL STUPIDITY, future of AI, gold, silver, wall street getting its fangs into crypto, and much more. PLEASE SUBSCRIBE LIKE AND SHARE THIS PODCAST!!!</p> <p > </p> <p >Watch Show</p> <p >Rumble- https://rumble.com/v75nflq-america-vs.-china-who-wins-clem-chambers.html</p> <p >YouTube- https://youtu.be/V7iwIUQHOWs</p> <p > </p> <p >Follow Me</p> <p >X- https://x.com/CoffeeandaMike</p> <p >IG- https://www.instagram.com/coffeeandamike/</p> <p >Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/CoffeeandaMike/</p> <p >YouTube- htt...
EU–India Trade Deal, Davos & Iran’s Uncertainty | Irina Tsukerman | Global Politics for Leaders 60
In this 60th edition of The World According to Irina Tsukerman, the bi-weekly geopolitical series on KAJ Masterclass LIVE, we examine how trade, territory, and security are being reshaped in a fragmented global order. National security and human rights lawyer, top global geopolitical analyst, and Editor-in-Chief of The Washington Outsider, Irina Tsukerman analyzes the EU–India trade deal as a strategic hedge against China, key takeaways from Davos, Greenland’s rising geopolitical significance, Trump’s approach to allies and adversaries, and growing uncertainty around Iran—offering leaders and professionals a clear-eyed view of how economic decisions and power politics are now inse...
Loss Prevention and Security Measures
<p>DRIVE Podcast - Episode 65 Notes<br><br></p><p>Episode Title: Loss Prevention and Security Measures<br><br></p><p>Host: Mike Hernandez</p><p>Episode Description: In this profit-protecting episode of Drive, host Mike Hernandez explores how district managers can implement effective loss prevention and security measures that directly impact the bottom line. Learn how to move beyond simply catching thieves to developing a comprehensive approach that addresses operational inefficiencies, inventory errors, and procedural gaps—turning a typical 2% shrink rate into a competitive advantage for your district.</p><p>Key Topics Covered:<br><br></p>Understanding the different ty...
265. Stop Trying to Win with People: Reprogram Your Social Identity
<p > Have you ever watched someone walk into a room and it's like everything they touch turns to gold—promotions, opportunities, influence, connection, and wondered how it's even possible?</p> <p > In this episode, we break down the real reason some people seem to "win" socially without effort: they're not trying harder… they're operating from a different identity. Social success isn't created through willpower or forcing yourself to perform—it's created through subconscious programming, beliefs, and an internal "thermostat" that determines what feels automatic and normal for you.</p> <p > You'll learn why trying is the fast track to social exhaus...
THE CASH REGISTER CAGE MATCH
<p>Episode Title: The Cash Register Cage Match: Speed vs. Accuracy (Episode 71)</p><p>Episode Description: You pull the district report. Store 4 is hitting sales targets, but their "Void" percentage is red. Store 6 is accurate, but their average transaction time is dragging down the whole territory.</p><p>For a District Manager, the register isn't just a point of sale; it is a Truth Machine. High transaction times indicate a revenue ceiling (they literally cannot process enough customers to hit your target), and high error rates are a massive red flag for internal theft or training failure.</p><p>In...
THE 10-SECOND AUDITION
<p>Episode Title: The 10-Second Audition: Why Customers Drive By Your Store (Episode 79)</p><p>Episode Description: Stop me if you’ve done this: You drive past a restaurant because the sign is flickering or the parking lot looks dark. You didn't taste the food, but you judged the business instantly.</p><p>Your customers are doing the same thing to your store every single night.</p><p>In this episode of C-Store Legends, Mike Hernandez breaks down the "Front Stage" concept. Most employees think their job starts when they clock in, but the sale is actually won or lost in...
Aaron Day #1310
<p >Aaron Day is a fellow at the Brownstone Institute and Chairman/CEO of the Daylight Freedom Foundation. He talks the bitcoin maxis, why bitcoin has fallen, Epstein being a financial front, CBDC, The Genius Act benefiting one man, and much more. PLEASE SUBSCRIBE LIKE AND SHARE THIS PODCAST!!!</p> <p > </p> <p >Watch Show</p> <p >Rumble- https://rumble.com/v75gz8o-bitcoin-is-surveillance-gold-aaron-day.html</p> <p >YouTube- https://youtu.be/_7Ddm8COzV4</p> <p > </p> <p >Follow Me</p> <p >X- https://x.com/CoffeeandaMike</p> <p >IG- https://www.instagram.com/coffeeandamike/</p> <p >Facebook- https://www.facebook.com...
Dr. Clare Craig #1307
<p >Dr. Clare Craig has been a pathologist since 2001 working in the NHS and reaching consultant level in 2009. She talks the Epstein files, censorship in the UK, her new book Spiked: A shot in the dark, thoughts on MAHA, if autism rates are being gamified and much more. PLEASE SUBSCRIBE LIKE AND SHARE THIS PODCAST!!!</p> <p > </p> <p >Watch Show</p> <p >Rumble- https://rumble.com/v75bqgc-how-fear-became-public-policy-dr.-clare-craig.html</p> <p >YouTube- https://youtu.be/NI8xB9niiWY</p> <p > </p> <p >Follow Me</p> <p >X- https://x.com/CoffeeandaMike</p> <p >IG- https://www.instagram.com...
SI383: When Signals Matter More Than Stories ft. Nick Baltas
<p>Today, we are joined by Nick Baltas to examine how narratives, signals, and structural design are reshaping trend following at the start of 2026. The conversation moves from investor storytelling and information digestion to a sober review of what truly drove dispersion in 2025. We explore why speed and universe choice mattered more than expected, why recent outcomes may be misleading, and why reacting to performance is often a mistake. The discussion then turns technical, unpacking new academic research on nonlinear momentum, signal construction, and the deeper mechanics behind trend following’s defensive behavior during stress. The episode closes with a re...
266. Rewire Your Self-Talk for Instant Social & Interpersonal Success
<p > In this episode, we're dissecting the constant conversations happening in your head, and how it's shaping the way you show up in meetings, at dinners and events, and everyday workplace interactions.</p> <p > Because here's the truth:<br /> Your inner dialogue becomes your outer presence.</p> <p > If your self-talk sounds like:</p> "I'll never get the job" "I never know what to say" "I hope I don't mess this up" "Other people are naturally better at this" <p > …then no amount of communication tips or confidence hacks will fully stick.</p> <p > Today, you'll learn how to identify th...
A MAJOR REVERSAL IS COMING FOR CRYPTO THAT WILL SHOCK EVERYONE!
Crypto News: Bitcoin is setting up for a major reversal relief rally. Trump's Truth Social files for 2 crypto etfs. FedEx joins the Hedera Council to advance trusted digital infrastructure for global supply chains.<br />Brought to you by 🔐 Safely Store your Crypto with Trezor Hardware Wallets - https://affil.trezor.io/aff_c?offer_id=369&aff_id=35704 <br /><br />💡Get the (Re)Thinking Crypto Book on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D2525DYX <br />🖥️ Learn Crypto with Expert Commentary - http://MyCryptoCourse.com <br />Sponsors:<br />🏠 Propy (PRO) is a blockchain-based real estate marketplace and decentralized title registry that lev...
Bringing Crypto Security to Wall Street! with Rob Behnke
Rob Behnke, Co-Founder and Executive Chairman of Halborn, sat down with me for an interview at the Halborn Access 2026 Summit at the NYSE. We discussed how Halborn is helping businesses to improve their crypto security.<br />Brought to you by 🏠 Propy (PRO) is a blockchain-based real estate marketplace and decentralized title registry that leverages smart contracts to facilitate property transactions globally https://propy.com/home/ & https://propy.com/home/ownyourtomorrow/<br /><br />💡Get the (Re)Thinking Crypto Book on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D2525DYX <br />🖥️ Learn Crypto with Expert Commentary - http://MyCryptoCourse.com <br />Sponsors:<br...
KAJ Masterclass LIVE with Khudania Ajay | Where Right Questions Shape Business, Money & the Future
🎯 Real Insights. Real Experts. Real Results. Welcome to KAJ Masterclass LIVE — where Khudania Ajay (KAJ) hosts conversations with entrepreneurs, CEOs, authors, and changemakers from around the world. Get actionable strategies for business growth, career success, and personal transformation.<br /><br />📍 Over 2,500+ global episodes and counting — real stories, real takeaways.<br /><br />🎥 Video versions on YouTube → https://youtu.be/irCwg8y5W10<br /><br />🎤 Listen to full episodes on your favorite podcast platform.<br /><br />🔗 Be part of the ecosystem → https://kajmasterclass.com<br /><br />#KAJMasterclass #KhudaniaAjay #KAJConversations<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/kaj-business-money-live...
THE P&L KILLER (PHANTOM INVENTORY)
<p>Show Notes (Thrive Version)</p><p>Episode Title: The P&L Killer: Phantom Inventory (Episode 82)</p><p>Episode Description: "Why did I miss budget?"</p><p>Often, the answer isn't the economy. It's Phantom Inventory. If your system thinks you have product when you don't, it stops ordering. Your Book Inventory stays high, but your Sales drop because customers can't buy what isn't there.</p><p>In this episode of Thrive, Mike Hernandez explains the Double Whammy of Ghosts: the impact on Gross Income (Shrink) and the long-term Opportunity Cost (Lost Sales). We discuss how to use Management by...
GM96: The End of the Hedge: When Bonds Stop Protecting Portfolios
<p>A familiar portfolio map is being redrawn. Ian Harnett traces the regime shift from disinflation and reliable bond hedges to a world where inflation pressures linger, supply chains shorten, and capital becomes a policy tool. The conversation moves from China’s exported deflation to Europe’s structural constraints, then into America’s strategy of attracting investment with tariff leverage. Beneath it all sits a political question: what happens if the governing coalition fractures ahead of the midterms. Harnett argues that is the moment the dollar turns from anchor to risk.</p><p>-----</p><p>50 YEARS OF TREND FOLLOWING BOOK A...
Convenience Store Success: Financial Analysis and Profitability
<p>THRIVE Podcast - Episode 75 Notes<br><br></p><p>Episode Title: Convenience Store Success: Financial Analysis and Profitability<br><br></p><p>Host: Mike Hernandez</p><p>Episode Description: In this essential episode of Thrive, host Mike Hernandez reveals how convenience store managers can transform overwhelming financial data into actionable insights that drive profits. Learn how one manager discovered a hidden pricing strategy that boosted profits by 20%—simply by analyzing which products had the highest margins. Transform your daily reports from confusing paperwork to a crystal-clear roadmap for success, without needing an accounting degree.</p><p>Key Topics Covered:<br...
The high cost of free returns
<p>On this week's episode, special projects editor Melissa Daniels takes a deep dive into how brands are shaking up their returns playbook. As many as 72% of brands are charging for returns these days, according to the National Retail Federation, but that's a major customer pain point. In turn, it's an area of business that brands are constantly evaluating to make sure their return policies make logistical and financial sense while still providing a good customer experience.</p> <p>Daniels speaks with Samantha Gold, founder of sleepwear brand Motette, and Arin Schultz, chief growth officer at mattress brand Naturepedic, about...
THE COLD WAR (THE COOLER)
<p>Episode Title: The Cold War: Mastering the Cooler (Episode 81)</p><p>Episode Description: "I just filled the hole with something else."</p><p>When a clerk tells you that, they think they helped. But a Store Manager knows the truth: they just broke the inventory data and hid a critical ordering mistake.</p><p>For a Store Manager, the Cooler is a battleground for Space Control. Vendors are constantly trying to sneak in unauthorized products, and clerks are "plugging" holes to hide out-of-stocks. The result? Your best-sellers are squeezed out, and your planogram becomes a suggestion rather than a...
Ensuring Employee and Customer Safety
<p>Episode 67 Show Notes: </p><p>Ensuring Employee and Customer Safety</p><p>Episode Description</p><p>In this crucial episode of "Drive from C-Store Center," host Mike Hernandez explores comprehensive safety strategies that protect both employees and customers while enhancing business operations.</p><p>Learn how one district manager reduced safety incidents by 70%, decreased employee turnover by 45%, and improved customer satisfaction by 25% - all without major capital investments. Discover why convenience store employees face 4x higher workplace violence risk than the private sector average and how to address the $450 million annual cost of slip-and-fall incidents in our industry.</p><p...
The Modern Retail Podcast's 2026 predictions
<p>On this week’s Modern Retail Podcast, the editorial team dives into what’s to come in 2026. Senior reporters Gabriela Barkho and Melissa Daniels are joined by executive editor Anna Hensel for a roundtable discussion on the biggest retail predictions in the coming year.</p> <p>Hensel, for example, is contemplating how AI will continue to shape e-commerce and the way people shop in 2026. Meanwhile, Daniels predicts that the creator economy will only get bigger as brands continue to invest in this marketing channel. With that, the team debates whether social media and other e-commerce channels will continue to bomb...
THE GLASS CAGE (SAFETY CULTURE & P&L)
<p>Show Notes (Thrive Version)</p><p>Episode Title: The Glass Cage: Safety Culture & P&L (Episode 83)</p><p>Episode Description: "If the lights are out, the liability is in."</p><p>For a Store Manager, safety isn't just about preventing a robbery; it's about protecting the business's bottom line. A store that feels unsafe bleeds customers and burns out employees.</p><p>In this episode of Thrive, Mike Hernandez breaks down CPTED (Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design) and gives a special shout-out to Kristin, our very first official member! We discuss how to audit your lighting, clear your sightlines...
262. The Under-the-Radar Star: Turn Hidden Work Into Visible Authority
<p > If you've been told that "your work should speak for itself" and you're still being overlooked, this episode explains why that strategy quietly fails in loud, fast-paced workplaces. Susan shares the real reason smart, capable, socially reserved professionals stay under-recognized, not because they lack talent, but because they're playing by rules that no longer apply. You'll learn why visibility is not self-promotion or personality-driven, but a learned language that shapes how leadership, confidence, and value are perceived.</p> <p > You'll also discover five practical ways to learn the language of visibility without becoming louder, flashier, or inauthentic; from managing...
IHSA’s 5-Part Series on Best Practices for Construction Health and Safety
<p>This episode of the IHSA Safety Podcast discusses IHSA’s 5-part video series "Ask a Construction Health and Safety Expert" and features series host Ken Rayner and industry experts Deb Moskal and Dave Dametto.</p><p>Ken states that the series is designed to support small business owners, especially those in their first year, by providing easy, accessible health and safety resources and helping them achieve compliance. With over 10,000 new construction businesses joining IHSA each year, the series addresses common questions and misconceptions about health and safety compliance.</p><p>Deb Moskal highlights how crucial it is for new co...
India–US Trade, Middle East Shifts, Iran Talks | Irina Tsukerman | Global Politics for Leaders 61
In this 61st edition of The World According to Irina Tsukerman, the bi-weekly geopolitical series on The KAJ Masterclass LIVE, host Khudania Ajay (KAJ) examines how shifting trade alignments, regional security recalibrations, and diplomatic repositioning are reshaping strategic priorities across South Asia and the Middle East. Joined by national security and human rights lawyer, top global geopolitical analyst, and Washington Outsider Editor-in-Chief Irina Tsukerman, the discussion explores the India–US trade deal, Middle East realignments, evolving Iran diplomacy, and Pakistan’s security posture — offering leaders a grounded strategic perspective on a rapidly evolving geopolitical landscape.About the guestIrina Tsukerman is a huma...
Leonard Goodman and Patrick Sullivan of Integrity Media #1314
<p >Leonard Goodman and Patrick Sullivan of Integrity Media talk government corruption, the trust broken during covid, the two ways people believe the news, Epstein files, lottery fraud, and much more. PLEASE SUBSCRIBE LIKE AND SHARE THIS PODCAST!!! </p> <p > </p> <p >Watch Show</p> <p >Rumble- https://rumble.com/v75qu24-professor-vs.-the-con-man-leonard-goodman-and-patrick-sullivan-from-integri.html</p> <p >YouTube- https://youtu.be/qHXambXg3Mk?si=ILwpDKEo6u3WIW_6</p> <p > </p> <p >Follow Me</p> <p >X- https://x.com/CoffeeandaMike</p> <p >IG- https://www.instagram.com/coffeeandamike/</p> <p >Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/CoffeeandaMike/</p> <p >YouTube- https...
SI387: The Cost-Benefit of Being Trendy ft. Andrew Beer & Tom Wrobel
<p>Today, we examine a year that looked chaotic but felt familiar to trend followers. Gold surged, equities rotated globally, and non-US markets quietly gained momentum. Yet beneath strong returns lies a deeper debate about model design, short versus long horizon signals, and whether innovation in liquid alternatives serves investors or sales desks. From AI disruption to product engineering and allocator behavior, this episode explores where systematic strategies truly create value and where structural incentives distort outcomes. In a changing macro regime, clarity of purpose may matter more than ever.</p><p>-----</p><p>50 YEARS OF TREND FOLLOWING BOOK...
THE BLIND SPOT (DISTRICT INVENTORY HEALTH)
<p>Show Notes (Drive Version)</p><p>Episode Title: The Blind Spot: District Inventory Health (Episode 73)</p><p>Episode Description: "My inventory is high, but my shelves are empty."</p><p>This is the classic sign of a "Ghost Store." For a District Manager, Phantom Inventory destroys Inventory Turns and makes sales forecasting impossible. If the data is wrong, the automatic re-ordering is wrong, and your stores are flying blind.</p><p>In this episode of Drive, Mike Hernandez teaches you how to spot a store with poor data integrity from your laptop. We discuss the High Inventory / Low Sales...
263. Secrets to Creating a Polished, Professional Speaking Style with Neil Gordon
<p >Neil Gordon is the bestselling author of The Most Powerful Sentence of All Time. He is a former editor of Dutton, now a division of Penguin Random House, where he worked on books by New York Times bestselling authors such as Eckhart Tolle and Sylvia Browne. He has been featured in Forbes, Fortune, Inc., Entrepreneur, NBC, and Fox.</p> <p ><br /> In episode #263, Neil reveals the career-defining skill that separates professionals who fade into the background from those who command attention and close deals. You'll discover how to craft your "Silver Bullet"— a deceptively simple elevator pitch that transforms ne...
Convenience Store Success: Effective Promotions and Sales Techniques
<p>THRIVE Podcast – Episode 74 Notes<br><br></p><p>Episode Title: Convenience Store Success: Effective Promotions and Sales Techniques<br><br></p><p>Host: Mike Hernandez</p><p>Episode Description: In this profit-boosting episode of Thrive, host Mike Hernandez reveals strategies for creating effective promotions and sales techniques that increase your convenience store's revenue without sacrificing margins. Learn how to move beyond simple discounting to develop promotions that create new buying habits, increase basket size, and drive customer loyalty—turning your promotions from margin-killers into sales machines.</p><p>Key Topics Covered:<br><br></p>Planning strategic promotions tailored for the...
264. Devin Marks: How TED-Style Tools Can Improve Any Message, Anywhere
<p>When you're ready to become a bona fide thought leader in your zone of genius, Devin D. Marks will uplevel your public speaking game. </p> <p>DEVIN is the nation's #1 (and world's first) TED-style speaking coach. His firm, CONNECT to COMPEL, has served 100s of short-talk speakers — including Harvard's Dr. Robert Waldinger for his all-time TOP 10 TEDx Talk (50 million views). The result: 100s of millions of views for clients. He helps coaches, authors, and experts spread world-changing ideas.</p> <p>Devin was also the most downloaded episode from this podcast in 2020, and you can find that episode here.</p> <p >...
