The ManTalks podcast features conversations between one of the leading men’s work facilitators and philosopher, Connor Beaton, and world class guests with expertise in mindset, life purpose, psychology, relational communication, sexual intimacy, business and spirituality. For more information about ManTalks go to: http://www.mantalks.com

Ladies - How to Ignite His Masculine Energy & Change Your Relationship

ManTalks Podcast

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Why Women Need to Understand Men: While society often tells women they only need to have expectations of men without understanding them, this approach rarely works. Women who want healthier relationships need to understand what men want and how they operate, rather than just expecting men to meet their demands.

Let Go of Control: Attempting to control a man to make him more masculine or responsible creates resentment. You cannot build the man you want by breaking him down or controlling him toward what you think his potential should be. This control often manifests as nagging, which reinforces a mother-son dynamic rather than a partnership.

Stop Nagging: Nagging a man to change his behavior (like picking up clothes or being punctual) is equivalent to men criticizing women about sexual dissatisfaction. It signals a lack of trust in his competence and reinforces his self-doubt, creating a destructive cycle in the relationship.

Embrace Playfulness: Using feminine playfulness, humor, and lightness creates connection without the analytical scrutiny that makes men feel they're under a microscope. When a woman dances, jokes, or brings playful energy, it provides a counterbalance to a man's natural seriousness and mission-orientation, creating an alluring dynamic.

Tell Him What You Want, Not What To Do: Express desires rather than giving commands. Instead of saying "You need to wipe the counter," say "I love when the kitchen is clean before bed—it helps me rest easier." This approach avoids creating a manager-employee dynamic and helps men understand how to provide for you without feeling like a servant.

Admire His Actions: Men thrive when their competence is acknowledged. Praise his efforts, both past and current, even in areas you might not personally value. As a general rule, "men want to be admired and women want to be adored." Voicing admiration for his work ethic, discipline, or how he treats others fuels his masculine essence.

Recognize His Way Has Value: Challenge the belief that a woman's way of doing things is always best. Modern relationships often operate from a framework where men's approaches are considered inferior, but there's inherent value in his different perspective. Be open to his leadership in certain areas and let yourself be changed by his differentiation.

Notice and Encourage His Goodness: Men rarely experience the type of praise and validation that women often receive. By noticing his good qualities and acknowledging them, you motivate him to bring more goodness into the relationship. This creates a positive cycle where he's inspired to continue growing and contributing positively.
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The Athletic's flagship football podcast, hosted by Ayo Akinwolere and featuring the likes of David Ornstein, Phil Hay, Adam Crafton and Matt Slater will take you inside the biggest stories in football told by the best reporters in the business. We cut through the noise to tell you what’s really happening - and why it matters.

Why Bayern are still Arsenal's main European rivals

The Athletic FC Podcast

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Arsenal's victory over Bayern Munich: Arsenal won 3-1 at the Emirates against Vincent Kompany's Bayern Munich, ending Bayern's 18-game unbeaten run. Despite the loss, Bayern performed well for the first 45-50 minutes before individual mistakes by Dayot Upamecano and Manuel Neuer proved costly. Arsenal demonstrated they are genuine Champions League contenders with what Declan Rice called their "toughest game tactically" of the season.

Bayern Munich's tactical approach under Kompany: Vincent Kompany has established a clear identity at Bayern, bringing a style reminiscent of Pep Guardiola with fluid rotations and positional flexibility. Bayern's dominance in the Bundesliga is built on physically overpowering teams, but against Arsenal, this approach was neutralized by Arsenal's exceptional defensive organization and rest defense (positioning when they lose the ball).

The emergence of young Bayern talents: 17-year-old Lennart Kahl scored against Arsenal and has impressed with his self-confidence and tactical understanding. Along with players like Aleksandar Pavlovic and Tom Bischoff, Bayern is developing a promising young core that could grow together and provide stability for years to come. This pipeline from the Bayern campus (academy) is crucial for the club's future.

Kompany's management style: Unlike his predecessor Thomas Tuchel, Kompany has excelled at managing both up and down the hierarchy at Bayern. He avoids politics, doesn't air grievances through the media, and focuses solely on coaching. His gravitas as a former top player helps command respect, and he's created harmony within the squad not seen since Guardiola's tenure according to Thomas Müller.

Michael Olise's impact at Bayern: Olise has been "sensational" since joining from Crystal Palace, showing both languid grace and dynamic effectiveness. He's become more durable at Bayern after injury issues at Palace and has displayed a winning mentality alongside technical brilliance. Along with Harry Kane and Luis Diaz, he represents Bayern's shift toward recruiting established Premier League players rather than from within the Bundesliga.

Premier League teams struggling in Europe: Despite their financial might, Premier League teams faced setbacks in the Champions League. Liverpool suffered a shocking 4-1 home defeat to PSV Eindhoven (their ninth loss in 12 games), Manchester City lost to Bayer Leverkusen, Newcastle fell to Marseille, and Tottenham lost 5-3 to PSG. These results show that money alone doesn't guarantee European success.

Chelsea's statement win over Barcelona: Chelsea's 4-1 victory over Barcelona has raised expectations for Enzo Maresca's team. With impressive depth and talents like Brazilian winger Estevão (described as a potential future Ballon d'Or winner), Chelsea can no longer downplay their potential. Their tactical approach against Barcelona, with pace in the front four and defensive solidity, showed they should be aiming for major trophies.
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794: Oops! All Rats

The Incomparable Mothership

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Celebrating "Fangsgiving" with 2024's "Nosferatu": The panel discusses Robert Eggers' remake of the 1922 classic "Nosferatu," a film that was itself an unauthorized adaptation of Bram Stoker's "Dracula." The movie follows the same basic plot as the original, where a real estate agent travels to Transylvania and encounters a vampire who becomes obsessed with the agent's wife.

Faithful to the Source Material: Unlike many modern vampire films that put new spins on classic stories, this version of "Nosferatu" remains remarkably faithful to both the original film and the structure of "Dracula." The panel notes this creates a viewing experience where they knew what would happen next, which some found refreshing while others found predictable.

A Distinctly Non-Sexy Vampire: Count Orlok presents a stark contrast to the more seductive vampires in modern media. He's portrayed as a grotesque, corpse-like monster with a mustache who brings plague and death rather than seduction, though the film still maintains the sexual undertones typical of vampire stories.

Visual Storytelling and Gothic Atmosphere: The panel unanimously praises the film's cinematography, lighting, and visual composition. The movie features long sequences with minimal dialogue that rely on visual storytelling, calling back to the silent film era. The gray, desaturated palette contributes to the oppressive gothic atmosphere.

Willem Dafoe's Scene-Stealing Performance: The panel agrees that Willem Dafoe's entrance as Von Franz (the Van Helsing analog) marks a turning point in the film. His unhinged, over-the-top performance as the disgraced academic obsessed with the occult injects energy into the movie just when it's needed.

Plague and Death Imagery: The film strongly emphasizes the connection between vampirism and plague, with Count Orlok bringing rats and pestilence to the German village. Unlike many vampire stories set in large cities like London, the isolated setting of a small German town heightens the sense of doom as the vampire devastates the entire community.

Pacing Issues and Commitment to Tone: Most panelists felt the film has significant pacing issues, with a slow first half that eventually picks up in the second half. However, they appreciated the film's complete lack of irony or winking references to the genre, instead fully committing to its gothic horror tone without any modern detachment.

Operatic Horror Without Subtlety: The film embraces an unsubtle approach to horror, turning Gothic elements up to maximum intensity. From blood spurts to Willem Dafoe's speeches to the grotesque vampire design, everything is deliberately over-the-top rather than restrained, which divided the panel on whether this approach was effective.

Ellen's Sacrifice: Unlike in Stoker's "Dracula" where the heroes save the day, "Nosferatu" follows its 1922 predecessor by having Ellen (the Mina character) sacrifice herself to distract the vampire until dawn, when he's destroyed by sunlight. The panel appreciated this darker ending that gives agency to the female protagonist.

The Village Setting: The panel discusses how the isolated village setting enhances the horror by making the vampire's destruction more complete and visible. The shots showing the devastation of the town—with dead bodies in streets, crosses on doors, and rats everywhere—effectively demonstrate the monster's power in a way that would be diluted in a large city setting.
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River to River is a conversation about the news with an Iowa perspective. Together we dig into the story behind the headlines - we talk with newsmakers and a diverse range of experts to find out how the news affects you. We take on challenging topics, explore issues from all sides, and foster conversation and understanding

Two new lawmakers will be elected this December in special elections

River to River

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Special Legislative Elections in Iowa: Two upcoming special elections in December will fill vacancies in Iowa House District 7 and Senate District 16. The House race heavily favors Republicans due to registration advantages, while the Senate race could determine whether Republicans regain a supermajority. Recent special elections have shown surprising Democratic strength, potentially indicating voter enthusiasm ahead of the 2026 midterms.

Congressional Campaign Messaging: Democratic candidates for Iowa's 2nd Congressional District are focusing on affordability issues, including healthcare, groceries, and childcare costs. This unified messaging strategy mirrors successful Democratic campaigns nationally. Meanwhile, Republican candidates in the 4th District primary are addressing a more fractured set of issues, ranging from property rights to social conservative priorities.

Terry Branstad's Iowa Award: Former Governor Terry Branstad will receive Iowa's highest citizen honor in recognition of his record as the nation's longest-serving governor. His legacy includes developing international relationships, particularly with China and President Xi Jinping, and bringing stability to Iowa politics through effective retail politicking across the state.

Satanic Temple Controversy: Iowa has denied the Satanic Temple's request to hold a holiday event at the State Capitol for the second consecutive year. The ACLU filed a civil rights complaint alleging religious discrimination, highlighting tensions between religious freedom, equal treatment of religions, and state rules prohibiting displays deemed harmful to minors.

ACA Subsidy Extension Debate: Republicans are divided over extending Affordable Care Act subsidies that expire December 31st. The Trump administration initially proposed a two-year extension but faced backlash from House Republicans. With premiums potentially rising 114% for 22 million Americans, Republicans are working to develop alternatives that would direct funds to individuals and businesses rather than insurance companies, but face time constraints.

Congressional-Presidential Power Dynamics: Some congressional Republicans are beginning to assert independence from President Trump on issues like tariffs, with Senator Grassley introducing a bipartisan bill to reassert congressional authority. This reflects concerns about Trump's declining approval ratings, public frustration with political chaos, and lawmakers' electoral considerations ahead of the 2026 midterms.

Ukraine Peace Negotiations: Despite claims of progress, peace talks between Ukraine and Russia remain at a stalemate over three critical issues: territorial concessions in the Donbass region, limits on Ukraine's military size, and NATO membership ambitions. European leaders insist any settlement must avoid Ukrainian capitulation, while Russia continues military pressure with ongoing strikes.
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Fed up with the talking heads? Matt gives you a no-holds-barred take on today’s cultural, religious, and political issues. Monday thru Friday.

Thanksgiving Is Not A Sinister Holiday | Proof For Your Liberal Friend

The Matt Walsh Show

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• Thanksgiving as a Celebration of Gratitude: Thanksgiving is a time for celebration, gathering with family, enjoying meals, and reflecting on what we're grateful for. It's traditionally a positive holiday focused on gratitude, though some critics challenge this view.

• Competing Perspectives on Thanksgiving: The Nation magazine recently published an article presenting two perspectives on Thanksgiving. Even the "pro-Thanksgiving" view portrayed European settlers negatively, suggesting the holiday needs to be "decolonized" to acknowledge historical injustices against indigenous peoples.

• The "Truthsgiving" Perspective: Some critics advocate replacing Thanksgiving with "Truthsgiving" to highlight Native American contributions and acknowledge treaty violations by early Americans. This perspective focuses on the broken promises and land disputes that followed early interactions between settlers and indigenous peoples.

• Simplistic Historical Narratives: Walsh argues that while the traditional elementary school Thanksgiving story is admittedly simplistic, critics have replaced it with an equally simplistic narrative that portrays Native Americans as peaceful victims and European settlers as exclusively violent aggressors.

• Historical Complexity: The reality of early American history was more complex than either narrative suggests. Native tribes had their own conflicts before European arrival, and interactions between settlers and indigenous peoples included both peaceful exchanges and atrocities committed by both sides.

• Choosing Historical Focus: Walsh contends that every nation's history contains both suffering and triumph, and societies must choose which aspects to emphasize. He argues that Western societies uniquely focus on historical wrongs rather than achievements, leading to resentment rather than gratitude.

• Celebrating Rather Than Mourning: Walsh concludes by rejecting what he calls "historical self-flagellation" and instead chooses to celebrate the achievements of early Americans, expressing gratitude for their efforts that made the country possible.
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The Commonwealth Club of California is the nation's largest public affairs forum. The nonpartisan and nonprofit Club produces and distributes programs featuring diverse viewpoints from thought leaders on important topics. The Club's weekly radio broadcast — the oldest in the U.S., since 1924 — is carried on hundreds of stations. Our website features audio and video of our programs. This podcast feed is usually updated multiple times each week.

'All the Empty Rooms' Film Screening with Q&A

Commonwealth Club of California Podcast

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- School Shootings and Their Aftermath: The documentary "All the Empty Rooms" focuses on the preserved bedrooms of children who were victims of school shootings. The film takes a different approach by highlighting the victims rather than the perpetrators, showing the ongoing impact on families and communities through these untouched memorial spaces.

- Dominic's Story: Nancy Blackwell, whose 15-year-old son Dominic was killed in a school shooting in Santa Clarita, keeps his room intact as a shrine. She maintains it not only for her own grief process but especially for her younger children—including one who was an infant at the time and another who never met Dominic—so they can connect with their brother's memory.

- The Creative Approach: Photographer Lou Bopp took over 10,000 photographs for the project, attempting to "capture the essence of a person who's not there." The filmmakers deliberately chose not to mention guns explicitly in the film, instead focusing on the human impact of gun violence through the bedrooms and personal belongings left behind.

- Parenting After Loss: Nancy describes how losing Dominic transformed her as a parent—she no longer takes anything for granted with her four remaining sons and spends more time with family. She explains that she must remain functional for her other children despite living in what feels like "a nightmare we're waiting to wake up from."

- Making Grief Personal Rather Than Political: Director Joshua Seftel explains that the film intentionally reframes gun violence from a political issue to a human one. By showing the bedrooms and personal effects of the victims, viewers connect more deeply with the loss, seeing these children as their own rather than as distant statistics.

- Sharing Painful Stories: Only eight families out of all those contacted since Columbine agreed to participate in the documentary. Nancy Blackwell agreed because she felt her extroverted son Dominic "would have loved his room being featured" and it was a way to honor his legacy.

- Personal Impact on the Creators: The film's creators were deeply affected by the project. Photographer Lou Bopp describes "hiding behind the camera" during shooting but processing emotions afterward. Director Joshua Seftel mentions that working on the film changed his behavior, making him prioritize returning home to see his children even during busy travel periods.

- Hope for Change: The filmmakers express hope that by sharing these intimate spaces and stories, the documentary might reawaken the emotions people felt when first hearing about school shootings like Sandy Hook or Uvalde, motivating them to take action. Some experts in gun violence prevention believe meaningful change is possible over the next decade.
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Welcome to The Earn Your Leisure Podcast. Rashad Bilal and Troy Millings will be your host. Earn Your Leisure will be giving you behind the scenes financial views into the entertainment and sports industries as well as highlighting back stories of entrepreneurs. We will also be breaking down business models and examining the latest trends in finance. Earn Your Leisure is a college business class mixed with pop culture. We blend the two together for a unique and exciting look into the world of business. Let’s go!! #earnyourleisurepodcast

STEVE HARVEY ON THE TRUTH BEHIND HIS MEETING WITH DONALD TRUMP

Earn Your Leisure

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- The Truth Behind the Donald Trump Meeting: Steve Harvey explains that he visited Trump Tower to meet with Ben Carson, who had been appointed to head HUD (Housing and Urban Development). His intention was to propose "Vision Centers" - a plan to repurpose closed schools in Black neighborhoods for financial literacy and after-school programs. 

- How the Narrative Got Twisted: After the meeting, as Harvey was about to explain to reporters why he was there, Trump stepped in front of him and began talking about repealing Obamacare. This created a false impression about Harvey's purpose for being there, which led to severe backlash.

- The Backlash and Personal Impact: Harvey received intense criticism from the Black community, being called names like "coon" and "Uncle Tom." This deeply hurt him because his entire career has been focused on representing and uplifting the Black community. The backlash affected not just him but also his family.

- The Initiative's Outcome: Despite the controversy, Harvey's proposed initiative became the only one that Ben Carson implemented during his tenure. They changed the name from "Vision Centers" to "Envision Centers" and opened three locations, but Harvey declined to take photos with Carson due to the previous backlash.

- Dealing with Critics and Haters: Harvey shares wisdom about handling criticism, advising people to "stay on the wall" rather than coming down to engage with haters. He emphasizes that "haters are not decision makers, power brokers, or shakers and movers" and have no determining factor on your life's direction.

- Advice from Influential Peers: Harvey mentions getting advice from Tyler Perry, who told him not to respond to blog criticism because "when they talk about you as a blog, if you open your mouth, it's a press conference." This helped him realize the importance of knowing his own worth.

- Staying True to Your Purpose: Despite the setback, Harvey remained committed to his community. He quotes a Temptations song about refusing to let go, symbolizing his dedication to continue serving the Black community regardless of how some people responded to the controversy.
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Budget 2025 for tech: the good, the bad and the missing

The PC Pro Podcast

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- Rapid T: A Cyber Risk Triage Framework: Rois Ni Thuama explains her six-month absence was due to developing Rapid T, a framework for managing cyber risk at the executive level. Inspired by first aid principles after helping someone who collapsed on a beach, this methodology gives boards and executives a defensible, standardized approach to cyber risk decisions, aligning with legal obligations across the EU and UK.

- Tech Highlights from the 2025 UK Budget: The government pledged £1.5 billion for employment and skills support, including a six-month paid placement program for 18-21 year olds. AI investments totaling £2 billion by 2030 were announced, including £750 million for a new national supercomputer in Edinburgh. Additional allocations include £300 million for NHS tech and HMRC digital transformation plans.

- Supercomputer Sovereignty Debate: The podcast discusses whether the UK needs its own national supercomputer. Tim argues that sovereign computing infrastructure provides valuable resources to academic institutions without commercial rates, supporting important research like drug discovery. Rois emphasizes the importance of technological sovereignty in an uncertain geopolitical landscape.

- EU Proposal to Ban Social Media for Under-16s: The European Parliament adopted a non-binding proposal to ban social media, video sharing platforms, and AI chatbots for children under 13, with parental permission required for 14-16 year olds. This follows Australia's decision to implement similar restrictions starting December 10th. The hosts discuss the addictive nature of social media and support restricting access for younger users.

- Insider Threats: A Growing Cybersecurity Concern: CrowdStrike confirmed an insider took screenshots and shared them with a criminal group called Scattered Lapses Hunters (SLH). Rois explains that this reveals a widespread pattern where attackers gain access through insiders rather than malware. She cites major breaches including MGM Casinos, Transport for London, and Jaguar Land Rover as examples of this attack vector, with companies losing hundreds of millions in damages.

- Social Media Usage and Digital Wellbeing: The hosts share personal experiences with cutting back on social media. Nick uses an app called One Sec that has reduced his Instagram usage from 45 to 6 times per week, saving over 7 hours in three weeks. Rois argues that social media offers little value and took a course with the time she saved from quitting Twitter.

- Cherry Xtrfy K33 Keyboard Review: Tim reviews this £39.99 "mem-mechanical" keyboard which combines membrane and mechanical elements for a tactile typing experience. Features include RGB lighting, wireless connectivity with both Bluetooth and RF dongle options, and compatibility with both Windows and Mac. While Tim and Nick found it to be good value, Rois was critical, questioning why keyboards still use the QWERTY layout when more efficient alternatives exist.
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Every weekday, TED Talks Daily brings you the latest talks in audio. Join host and journalist Elise Hu for thought-provoking ideas on every subject imaginable — from Artificial Intelligence to Zoology, and everything in between — given by the world's leading thinkers and creators. With TED Talks Daily, find some space in your day to change your perspectives, ignite your curiosity, and learn something new.  

The daily practice that could rewire your brain | Timm Chiusano

TED Talks Daily

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- Appreciation as an Addiction: Tim Chiusano discovered he was "addicted to appreciation" during one of the worst days of his corporate career in 2018. Despite overwhelming stress, he found himself fascinated by a manhole cover, which led to a powerful realization about how he perceives the world.

- Defining Appreciation: Appreciation is the act of noticing and valuing the good in our worlds. Being addicted to appreciation means consistently recognizing and enjoying the good qualities in people and things around us, and seeking a better understanding of the world.

- Appreciation vs. Gratitude: While often confused, appreciation and gratitude are distinct concepts. Appreciation is foundational and can be incorporated into everyday existence, whereas gratitude is transactional, occurring when we receive something. A Rutgers professor confirmed this distinction, noting that gratitude is just one of eight components that make up appreciation.

- Benefits of Appreciation: Practicing appreciation brings consistent happiness, more wonder, increased presence, and helps us take less for granted. It enables us to encourage others and see differences between people as reasons to believe in each other rather than sources of division.

- Practicing Appreciation: Chiusano demonstrates how to incorporate appreciation into daily life by examining ordinary objects (like light bulbs) and recognizing their value and impact. For appreciating people, he suggests considering whether you could have done better given their exact life circumstances—an impossible claim that fosters understanding.

- From Personal Practice to Public Platform: Chiusano's approach to appreciation led to unexpected social media success, with 1.5 million followers appreciating his perspective on corporate life and aging. Comments like "you make growing up less scary" showed how his outlook resonated with others from different backgrounds.
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Welcome to The GaryVee Audio Experience, hosted by entrepreneur, CEO, investor, content creator, and public speaker Gary Vaynerchuk. On this podcast, you'll find a mix of the Podcast With Friends episodes, WineText TV recaps, Keynote Speeches on marketing and business, interviews, and fireside chats I've given. Enjoy!

Find Gary’s books Day Trading Attention, Crushing It, #AskGaryVee, Twelve and a Half, Thank You Economy, and Crush it streaming now on Spotify.

Full Social Media Strategy for Business Growth in 2026

The GaryVee Audio Experience

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The Power of Individual Content in Today's Social Media Landscape: The traditional social media model where follower count dictated reach has been replaced by a content-centric approach. TikTok pioneered this shift where individual pieces of content can go viral regardless of follower count, and other platforms are now following suit. This benefits platforms and users alike, as content that resonates finds its audience regardless of which account posts it.

Views Achieved Organically as the North Star Metric: Rather than focusing solely on content volume, marketers should prioritize total organic views. Gary illustrates this with an example: an employee who creates one video that gets 4 million views provides more value than someone who creates three videos that get 100,000 views combined. This metric helps resolve questions about content quality versus quantity.

Brand Building vs. Sales Optimization: While paid advertising can drive immediate sales, businesses must invest in brand building to create defensible positions in the market. One entrepreneur scaling from $250,000 to potentially $20 million in annual revenue was advised to take some profits and invest in organic content and brand building rather than reinvesting everything into paid ads, as competitors will eventually copy product offerings.

Multi-Platform Strategy is Essential: Businesses should create content for all relevant platforms (LinkedIn, YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter/X, and Snapchat) rather than focusing on just one or two. Each platform requires slightly different approaches to the same content - at minimum changing the copy to match the platform's audience and culture.

Scaling the Unscalable: In an AI-dominated world, creating intimate, personalized experiences can be a powerful differentiator. Examples include hosting local dinners for prospects, creating location-specific content for retail distribution, or inviting customers to in-store events. These "unscalable" activities can be documented to create authentic content.

Content Creation in Context: Putting yourself in situations that naturally generate good content is more effective than forcing it. Whether it's hosting a Q&A session, having tea with guests, or creating environment-specific content, authentic situations tend to produce the most engaging material.

Platform-Specific Virality: While TikTok offers the greatest potential for virality, all platforms are beginning to incorporate algorithmic discovery that can make individual posts reach massive audiences. LinkedIn, YouTube Shorts, and other platforms now regularly show the same pattern where one post might get thousands of views while the next gets hundreds of thousands.

The "And" Not "Or" Approach: Rather than choosing between strategies (personal brand vs. company brand, one platform vs. another), embrace the "and" approach. Modern social media allows businesses to pursue multiple strategies simultaneously without the cost barriers that existed in traditional media.

Leveraging Existing IP and Brand Assets: For those with established intellectual property, like the Napoleon Hill brand discussed, there's significant opportunity to modernize the presentation while maintaining the core principles. This could include using AI to bring historical figures into the present as virtual influencers.

Tactical Considerations for Small Teams: Even with limited resources, businesses should focus on creating platform-specific content that can be adapted across channels. This doesn't necessarily require completely different content for each platform but does require thoughtful adaptation of format, copy, and presentation to match each platform's unique characteristics.
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Each morning, the President of the United States receives a highly classified briefing on the most important issues facing the country -- The President's Daily Brief. Now you can hear your very own PDB, in the form of a podcast, every morning at 6am Eastern, and every afternoon at 4pm Eastern. You'll get 20 minutes of the most important topics of the day and why you should care, arming you with what you need to know to help solve America's most pressing challenges. Former CIA Operations Officer Mike Baker hosts new episodes daily.

November 27th, 2025: Mike Baker’s Thanksgiving Message to PDB Listeners

The President's Daily Brief

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Thanksgiving Turkey Pardoning History: Mike Baker humorously recounts the history of the presidential turkey pardoning ceremony. He traces it back to Abraham Lincoln, who first pardoned a turkey at Christmas because his son had taken a liking to it, creating a tradition that subsequent presidents followed to appeal to the public.

Presidential Participation Varies: Not all presidents enthusiastically embraced the tradition. Baker jokes that President Truman reportedly avoided pardoning turkeys because he found them delicious and worried it would make him look weak to "the commies" during the Cold War.

Ceremony Format: The ceremony involves bringing two turkeys to the White House South Lawn in front of photographers and press. The President, accompanied by officials Baker humorously refers to as the "Secretary of the Poultry" and "Ministry of Thanksgiving," pardons the birds while typically making turkey-related puns.

Notable Historical Incidents: Baker shares fictional anecdotes about past ceremonies, including "The Taft Incident" where President Taft supposedly pardoned one turkey and deep-fried the other, and an incident where Woodrow Wilson was allegedly bitten and refused to pardon either turkey.

True Meaning of Thanksgiving: Baker concludes with a sincere message about the importance of gratitude - for family, friends, and life's blessings. He reminds listeners that even when facing difficulties, there's always someone dealing with bigger challenges, and expressing thankfulness daily captures the true spirit of Thanksgiving.
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E113: Hyfe: Turning food waste into gold (metaphorically, that is)

Everybody in the Pool

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- From Oil Refinery to Food Waste Innovation: Michelle Ruiz, founder and CEO of Hyphae, began her career as a chemical engineer working in oil refineries. Her experience with wastewater treatment led her to the realization that waste streams contain valuable compounds that are typically discarded. This insight, combined with her personal mission to protect ecosystems and beings that cannot protect themselves, inspired her to create Hyphae to transform food processing waste into valuable ingredients.

- Mountains of Untapped Value: Food processors generate enormous amounts of solid waste during production. These waste streams—from peeled, chopped, or juiced fruits and vegetables—are typically sold as animal feed for pennies or landfilled at a cost to processors. Hyphae's technology transforms this waste into high-value specialty chemicals and ingredients, creating a 150x increase in value compared to animal feed applications.

- Clean Technology for Waste Deconstruction: Hyphae has developed a revolutionary water-based extraction process that avoids the toxic solvents typically used in the industry. Their technology "forces water to act like a solvent without being a solvent," allowing them to deconstruct food waste into separate, valuable compounds without degrading other components. This approach enables the co-production of multiple valuable ingredients from a single waste stream.

- Natural Alternatives to Petrochemicals: One of Hyphae's key products is natural antioxidants extracted from food waste that can replace petrochemical additives in foods and cosmetics. These petrochemical additives, which prevent oils from going rancid, are already being banned across 20 states and by major retailers like Whole Foods and Sephora due to health concerns. Hyphae's plant-based alternatives have shown superior performance in testing.

- Fiber Products for Growing Markets: Hyphae also extracts fiber compounds from food waste that can be used in food products to support gut health. This market is experiencing rapid growth due to increased consumer interest in gut health and the rising popularity of GLP-1 weight loss medications, which have consumers seeking more fiber and protein. Their technology can source specific fibers from any crop, giving food manufacturers clean-label alternatives.

- Creating a Circular Economy for Food Processors: Rather than simply purchasing waste from food processors, Hyphae is enabling processors to build their own factories using Hyphae's technology. This approach allows food companies to maximize earnings from crops they've already invested in growing, creating a new revenue stream completely independent of food market fluctuations.

- Future Climate Impact: While currently focused on extracting high-value compounds for food and cosmetic applications, Hyphae's longer-term vision is to replace petrochemicals with bio-based alternatives across multiple industries. This approach could eventually unlock the 4 billion tons of biomass waste produced globally each year—containing 140% of the carbon content of the entire petrochemical sector.

- Building Resilience in Agriculture: Hyphae's technology offers food processors in regions like California's Central Valley a solution to looming challenges such as dairy industry relocation due to water scarcity. By creating high-value products from waste streams, processors can build resilience against climate impacts and market volatility.

- From Pilot to Commercial Scale: Hyphae has built a pilot facility capable of producing kilogram-scale samples for customer trials. This allows food processors to test the ingredients in their products and validate their performance before scaling up production. The company is venture-backed with an efficient runway extending through 2025.

- Recognition and Future Outlook: Hyphae's innovative approach has earned Michelle Ruiz recognition as a World Economic Forum Tech Pioneer, with an invitation to present at Davos in January. The company's vision of creating a bioeconomy hub in agricultural regions like California's Central Valley could transform waste streams into economic opportunities while addressing climate challenges.
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American Will, American Leaders, American History - George Bagby

The Old Glory Club Podcast

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# Key Points from George Bagby's Talk on American Will, American Leaders, American History

The World War II Museum's Revisionist Narrative: The museum presents a narrative portraying WWII as a fight against "ignorance, intolerance, slavery and war" rather than acknowledging the actual historical motivations. The museum promotes the "Iwo Jima sermon" which frames the war as a fight against "hatred, race prejudice and religious bigotry," despite this not reflecting why Americans actually fought.

Whose Story We're Telling: Bagby emphasizes the importance of asking "whose story are we telling?" when examining history. He argues that current establishment narratives serve as propaganda against previous American regimes and leaders, deliberately deconstructing heritage American identity.

American History Made by Willful Leadership: Until the FDR/JFK era, American history was primarily shaped by WASP leaders who established the nation's norms, language, religious traditions, laws, and civic rituals. Today's antipathy toward these figures represents a deliberate effort to demoralize and replace heritage Americans.

The Exhaustion with Guilt Narratives: People have grown tired of historical narratives focused solely on guilt and shame. Bagby notes that when he presents constructive, positive stories about American leaders, audiences find it refreshing because they're accustomed to only hearing critical perspectives.

Andrew Jackson Reconsidered: Using Jackson as an example, Bagby illustrates how historical figures are misrepresented. Despite fighting Indian nations, Jackson advocated for their cultural preservation, addressed tribal councils personally, and opposed forcible removal of tribes (which actually occurred under Van Buren). This nuanced view contradicts the simplistic "monstrous villain" portrayal in modern narratives.

Regional Perspectives in American History: American historiography naturally varies by region and demographic. Different areas have different heroes based on local circumstances, and understanding these regional perspectives helps us comprehend why certain historical figures were celebrated in their contexts.

The "Death Wish" in Modern Historical Narratives: Bagby identifies a self-negating tendency in modern historical perspectives, where some Americans express wishes that their ancestors had been defeated - essentially wishing their own non-existence. He characterizes this as "instinctual political correctness."

The Need for Constructive Historical Narratives: Bagby advocates for returning to more constructive, positive historical narratives that celebrate American achievements and leaders. He recommends the Chronicles of America series from the 1920s as an example of history written before academia "genuinely hated Americans."

Natural Ties of Place and People: Bagby argues for acknowledging natural ties to place and people - what he calls "blood and soil" - as meaningful foundations for identity. He suggests these connections provide meaning that current "crap identities off of social media" cannot.

The Heritage of Leadership and Responsibility: American history contains a tradition of responsibility, leadership, and paternalism that Bagby believes should be embraced rather than rejected. This includes caring for those who cannot compete equally, which he frames as a humane Anglo-American tradition.
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- NBA MVP Race Through First Month: The early MVP race features a tight competition between Nikola Jokić and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, with both players tied in several advanced metrics. While Jokić leads according to most analysts, SGA's leadership of the dominant Thunder team (which might threaten the NBA wins record) strengthens his case. Luka Dončić and Giannis Antetokounmpo round out the top tier of candidates.

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- Cranberry Sauce Award for Most Underappreciated Player: Several players were highlighted as underappreciated, including Isaiah Hartenstein (league leader in defensive EPM), Steph Curry (still dominant but overshadowed by Warriors drama), Nikola Alexander-Walker (exceeding expectations for the Hawks), and Dosunmu (Chicago's pace-changing two-way player).

- Mashed Potatoes Award for Most Reliable Player: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Chet Holmgren, and Tyrese Maxey were recognized for their consistency. SGA delivers 30 points with minimal turnovers every night, Holmgren provides elite defensive presence for OKC, and Maxey has scored 20+ points in every game while playing the most minutes in the league.

- Turkey Breast Award for Fifth-Place MVP Candidate: Beyond the consensus top four (Jokić, SGA, Dončić, Antetokounmpo), candidates for fifth place include Tyrese Maxey (carrying the 76ers), Cade Cunningham (emerging as a true star), and Donovan Mitchell (keeping the injury-plagued Cavaliers afloat).

- Frustrating NBA Trends: The panel identified several concerning trends, including excessive free throws slowing down games, teams playing at an unnecessarily fast pace that doesn't translate to efficient offense, and "button-mashing" three-point attempts early in the shot clock without purpose. The widespread injuries to star players was also highlighted as diminishing the viewing experience.
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- Brigham Young's Westward Immigration Challenge: After Joseph Smith's martyrdom, Brigham Young led the Saints westward in one of the most impressive immigrations in American history. However, it started with great difficulty as people were starving, freezing, and struggling to make progress.

- Divine Guidance through Organization: In Winter Quarters, Nebraska, the Lord gave Brigham Young revelation (D&C 136:2) to organize people into companies with a covenant to keep God's commandments. These two principles—organized companies and covenant-making—transformed their journey.

- Power of Collective Responsibility: Unlike typical westward migrations where families often traveled separately or switched between groups, Brigham Young's organized companies created a system where people stuck together and were responsible for each other. If one made it, they all made it.

- 1877 Priesthood Reorganization: Years after reaching Utah, Brigham Young implemented another crucial organization by restructuring the priesthood. He established clear ward and stake boundaries, ordained bishops properly, and created a system where no one would fall through the cracks spiritually.

- Building Zion through Community: The organization of Saints into supportive communities—whether on the plains or in modern wards—creates power that benefits both those in need and those who serve. When people function as a true family with common goals, they experience the blessings of Zion.

- Modern Application: Today's ward and stake organization enables rapid communication from church leadership and provides a structure for Saints to care for one another. The speaker testified that we may not yet recognize the full power of this divine organization, which was designed to help everyone progress along the covenant path together.
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• Mike Johnson's Credibility Crisis: Speaker Mike Johnson is facing credibility issues as his promises fail to materialize, particularly regarding healthcare reform. Despite claiming to have "notebooks full of ideas" and plans that could be implemented "immediately," Johnson has not presented any concrete healthcare proposals while Americans face potential loss of Affordable Care Act subsidies.

• Republican Retirement Wave: Reports suggest numerous House Republicans may announce their retirement after the Thanksgiving holiday. According to sources cited in the podcast, "moderate members" are "apoplectic" about Johnson's leadership, with one senior Republican stating that "morale has never been lower" and predicting Johnson could lose his speakership.

• Johnson's Wife's Revealing Comments: In an interview, Kelly Johnson made potentially embarrassing comments about her husband, stating that he "overestimates his ability to accomplish things and underestimates how much time it will take." She also mentioned that their children are embarrassed by the attention that comes with his position.

• Trump's Opposition to ACA Subsidies: Donald Trump stated he would "rather not extend" the Affordable Care Act subsidies that are set to expire, despite concerns that millions of Americans could lose healthcare coverage. This position puts additional pressure on Republican leadership as they navigate healthcare policy.

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- ITAM Implementation Triggers: Organizations typically start ITAM programs following a specific event, such as an unpleasant software audit, a new C-level executive's interest, concerns about IT budget, or the hiring of a new ITAM manager. The journey to ITAM maturity is not a sprint but a gradual progression that involves establishing trustworthy data, integrating lifecycle processes, and then moving to optimization.

- The Executive Sponsor as a Critical Success Factor: Having an executive sponsor is crucial for an effective ITAM program. This should be a senior leader who understands the business, can help remove roadblocks, secure necessary approvals, and facilitate communication across teams. While this could be the CIO, CTO, or even CEO, the key is having someone who will take accountability and report on KPIs to demonstrate value.

- Building Cross-Functional Relationships: ITAM professionals need to build relationships across multiple departments including procurement, finance, contract management, service desk, infrastructure, security, and governance teams. Breaking down silos between these functions is essential because ITAM impacts and depends on all of these areas to function effectively.

- Communicating Value to Different Stakeholders: When engaging with different stakeholders, ITAM professionals must address the "what's in it for me" question. For finance teams, it might be visibility into upcoming renewals; for HR, it's streamlining onboarding and offboarding; for security, it's identifying vulnerable assets. Tailoring communications to specific audiences is crucial, especially when presenting to C-level executives who need to focus on outcomes rather than technical details.

- Building Trust with Technical Teams: Technical teams often fear ITAM as being compliance police who will catch them doing something wrong. To overcome this, ITAM professionals should focus on education, empathy, and positioning themselves as helpers rather than enforcers. Explaining how proper ITAM practices can help technical teams avoid risks and save money helps transform the relationship from adversarial to collaborative.

- Moving from Tactical to Strategic: To evolve ITAM from a tactical, reactive function to a strategic one, practitioners must align ITAM goals with overall organizational objectives. This helps secure funding and demonstrate value across the organization. ITAM teams often don't effectively communicate their successes and value, but developing a communication strategy that highlights contributions to business goals can significantly raise the profile and impact of the function.

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- Sticker Box: AI Image Generation for Kids: Sticker Box is a new voice-activated AI tool designed for children to create their own stickers. Kids can describe what they want, the device listens and generates a black and white image that can then be printed and colored in by the child.

- Hardware That Makes Sense: Unlike many AI hardware devices like the Rabbit R1 or Humane Pin that try to replace smartphones, Sticker Box serves a specific, niche purpose. It's an example of integrating AI into technology in a practical way that creates a physical product rather than just another phone-like interface.

- Retro Design with Modern Technology: The device resembles an old Etch A Sketch with its red, boxy design and black and white screen. It uses thermal printing technology (like shipping label printers), eliminating the need for ink cartridges and making it more cost-effective for parents.

- Fostering Creativity in Children: Though some might argue it outsources creativity to AI, the hosts believe it actually encourages creativity by allowing children to conceptualize ideas, see them realized, and then add their own personal touch through coloring the stickers.

- Content Safety Measures: The creators have implemented guardrails to prevent inappropriate content generation, making it safe for children to use independently without constant parental supervision.

- Pricing and Sustainability Concerns: The device is priced at $99, with sticker paper refills costing $6 for three rolls (180 stickers). One potential concern is the business model's sustainability, as generating AI images has ongoing costs that might not be covered by the initial purchase price, though paper refill sales could offset this.

- Standalone Device Advantage: Like the Yodos audiobook player mentioned as a comparison, a significant benefit of the Sticker Box is that parents don't have to hand over their smartphones to let kids enjoy the technology.
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- Kindness is Our Natural State: Michael J. Chase explains that humans are born kind and compassionate, but unlearn these qualities through conditioning and societal influences. The work of becoming kinder involves stripping away judgments, prejudices, and hatred that aren't innate to reclaim our true nature.

- Kindness as Strength, Not Weakness: Contrary to the perception (especially in corporate America) that kindness represents weakness, Chase argues it's the ultimate strength. Kindness creates trust, fosters cooperation, and builds relationships. The concept of "survival of the kindest" suggests that cooperative, kind people ultimately thrive more than those focused on competition.

- The Nine Elements of a Kind Heart: Chase identifies nine teachable aspects of kindness: being attentive, authentic, charitable, compassionate, courageous, enthusiastic, grateful, inspirational, and patient. These elements provide a framework for understanding and practicing kindness beyond simply "being nice."

- Small Acts with Profound Impact: Kristine Carlson shares a personal story about unknowingly making a significant difference in a classmate's life during a difficult time through consistent small kindnesses. These seemingly minor gestures can have life-changing effects that ripple outward.

- The "To Be" List vs. the "To Do" List: Chase recommends starting each day with a "to be" list rather than just a "to do" list. When you focus on qualities you want to embody (like being attentive, compassionate, or kind), everything you need to accomplish flows more gracefully and peacefully.

- Presence as Kindness: In our distracted digital world, being fully present with someone is one of the greatest acts of kindness. This includes putting away phones, truly listening, and giving others our complete attention—qualities that have become increasingly rare and valuable.

- The Kindness Revolution: Chase believes we're at a critical moment when a "kindness revolution" is emerging in response to the widespread incivility, particularly on social media and in political discourse. People are exhausted by division and hunger for more respectful, compassionate interaction.

- Digital Detox for Greater Presence: Taking breaks from technology and social media allows us to be more present and notice the beauty around us. Chase recommends occasional "digital detoxes" to reconnect with people face-to-face and experience life more fully.

- The Ripple Effect of Kindness: Every act of kindness creates a positive ripple effect that extends far beyond the initial interaction. We can either "affect" people positively through kindness or "infect" them negatively through unkindness.

- Kindness and Youth: Young people today face unique challenges with social media, anxiety, and depression. Teaching kindness in schools and modeling it as adults is crucial for supporting youth who are struggling and creating a better future.
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- The Catholic Church's Official Position on Immigration: The Catechism of the Catholic Church outlines a balanced approach to immigration, stating that prosperous nations should welcome foreigners "to the extent they are able," while acknowledging that nations have the right to regulate their borders. The Catechism also notes that immigrants have obligations to respect and contribute to their host countries.

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- Rejection of False Dichotomies: Both the US Bishops and Pope Leo XIV emphasized that human dignity and national security are not in conflict. The Church does not advocate for "open borders" but rather for orderly, just immigration systems with safe and legal pathways that protect both national interests and immigrant dignity.

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