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The DEI Shift(Under)Representation Series: Occupational TherapyMake use of the rare opportunity to hear a highly underrepresented voice in Occupational Therapy, learn about his very unexpected path into his career, and brainstorm strategies that all of us, whether in healthcare or not, can utilize to increase the recruitment and retention of underrepresented OTs.Learning Objectives:Recognize and understand the importance of listening to the diverse voices of an underrepresented healthcare field, such as occupational therapy. Analyze and brainstorm the various barriers to recruitment and retention of underrepresented OTs.Examine how the lessons learned from OT can be utilized to foster d...2025-03-1434 min
Leadership 2.022. Leadership in the Banking Industry - Ralph HamersThe image of the banking industry has been severely tarnished by the financial crisis (2007-2008), which led to increasing regulatory and compliance demands. At the same time, the industry is experiencing emerging competition from FinTechs, evolving business models, and disruptive technologies. In light of these challenges, I recently spoke with Ralph Hamers, to explore his views on what effective leadership in the banking sector entails.In our conversation, we touched on the following topics:1 Why Ralph decided to join the banking industry2 When and why did innovation become an important theme for him?3...2024-12-1036 min
Bad at SportsBad at Sports Episode 886: Scott Speh on 20 Years of Western Exhibitions & Chicago Art Scene Reflections In this milestone episode of Bad at Sports, we welcome back Scott Speh, the founder and director of Western Exhibitions, to celebrate 20 years of the gallery’s existence and its significant role in shaping the Chicago art scene. It’s been 19 years since Scott’s last appearance on the show, and in this conversation, we dive deep into the journey of Western Exhibitions, its impact on the city’s art landscape, and the evolving nature of the gallery's programming. From the early days of launching the gallery to navigating the challenges and rewards of running an independ...2024-11-2955 min
Community SpotlightFinding True Peace Amidst Life’s StormsIn this episode of Community Spotlight, Braxton interviews Ryan Dirk, the CEO of Miracle Hill Ministries in Upstate South Carolina. They discuss the ongoing recovery efforts after Hurricane Helene, Miracle Hill's work in providing shelter, addiction recovery, and foster care services. Ryan shares insights from his new book, "Counterfeit Peace," emphasizing the search for true peace through faith in Jesus. The conversation dives into stories of transformation, the importance of community support, and how volunteers can get involved in making a difference.2024-11-0412 min
Tech Talks DailyNetwrix - Hybrid Security Trends ReportWhat does it take for organizations to stay one step ahead of cyber threats in an increasingly digital world? In this episode, I sit down with Dirk Schrader, Field CISO EMEA and VP of Security Research at Netwrix, to explore the state of cybersecurity and the findings from Netwrix’s latest annual security report. The conversation reveals a stark reality: 79% of organizations experienced a cyberattack in the past year, a rise from 68% in 2023, with ransomware remaining one of the most significant threats. Dirk offers insights into what these trends mean for organizations today, especially as cl...2024-11-0125 min
Rejected Religion PodcastRejected Religion Spotlight - Dr. Bernd-Christian Otto & Andrea Centore from RENSEP + SPECIAL OFFER TO VIEWERSMy guests this month are Dr. Bernd-Christian Otto and Andrea Centore, co-founders of the Research Network for the Study of Esoteric Practices, otherwise known as RENSEP. In this discussion, Bernd and Andrea talk about how this network came to be, why it was created, and the exciting work that they are doing. As the name suggests, RENESP is focused on working with practitioners in all areas of esotericism, and fostering the relationships between academic research and real-life practitioners. RENSEP is still in its early stages, having officially launched in 2023, and is a unique resource for both researchers and those...2024-10-2440 min
Momentasize PodcastCampfire Idea to Multi-Million Dollar BusinessTyrone Hazen founded Puffin Drinkwear in 2019 with a vision to create innovative drinkwear products to make people laugh and ended up creating an entirely new product category in the process. In the company's first four years, they were recognized by Inc Magazine as the Fastest Growing Company in Oregon and #131 in the US. As the founder and head of partnerships, Tyrone leads the business development and strategic alliance functions, working with various stakeholders to expand their market presence and customer base.
Tyrone has over 10 years of experience in entrepreneurship and product innovation, and holds a BA in...2024-09-0254 min
Sober TravelSober Adventures with Dirk Foster: Author, Podcaster, and Sobriety CoachSend us a textFrom listening to a specific Metallica song as the plane takes off to how Southern California affected his addiction, on this episode of Sober Travel, Dirk Foster shows us all how we can travel while maintaining our sobriety and our sanity! Dirk is no stranger to sobriety podcasts as he is a host as well as a celebrated author of many books about sobriety and recovery. He shares his experiences getting sober, staying sober, overcoming his fear of flying, and how he used humor and some unexpected approaches to live an alcohol-free life...2024-07-2535 min
Leadership 2.015. Focus on your Strengths - Sally Bibb'I defy anybody to be energized by most appraisal systems I have seen in my career' - Sally BibbMost HR professionals and line managers (present company included!) are used to focusing on the 'development areas' of their staff. The idea is to take the areas of strength for granted and to actively work on their weaknesses to foster their professional development.The question is, however, how effective this is, and which business opportunities we miss, by not building on the strengths of our staff.During our conversation, Sally and I discussed the...2024-07-1343 min
New In Chess Podcast#27. Robert Hess Fondly Remembers Miron Sher, Talks About Commentating And More!This week’s episode of the New In Chess Podcast features an interview with American grandmaster Robert Hess. A former US #5 with a peak FIDE rating of 2639, Robert is renowned as one of Chess.com’s star commentators, covering its largest events such as the World Chess Championship and the Candidates Tournament. Growing up in New York City, Robert showed promise in chess at an early age, but he credits his success to one man in particular: the late Soviet grandmaster and coach Miron Sher (1952-2020).
Miron Naumovich Sher, together with his wife and son, emigrated from Ukra...2024-07-051h 00
The Marian Flaxman Network PodcastEpisode 13- What Is the Microbiome and Why Does It Matter?Welcome back to The Marian Flaxman Network Podcast. On today's episode, Marian presents a basic overview of the human microbiome. She describes what the microbiome is and establishes why it matters not only to individual human health, but to public health, environmental health, the future of healthcare, and social equity. For more information on all of the sources referenced in this episode, please find the links below. Books and FilmMissing Microbes by Dr. Martin BlaserGut Feelings by Dr. Alessio FasanoMicrobiomes- A Very Short Introduction by Dr. An...2024-01-311h 04
Certified Skills in Ai+Tech13 - The State of EdTech in Asia with Dirk Hopfl, ED of Asaya GroupDirk has 20+ years of experience in the higher education industry. He worked for one of the most progressive, global top-tier higher education institutions, IE Business School, and the largest online education provider in the Spanish-speaking world, Proeduca Group.
Dirk acquired his wealth of knowledge in Admissions by innovating and leading the Admissions Department. He developed and executed the market development strategy for Asia for a European institution.
During his 15 years living and working in Asia, he localized student recruitment strategies and build both academic and non-academic partnerships across the region. Understanding educational institutions as community...2023-10-2723 min
Long Live Bat ArtBosch's St. John in the WildernessSydney has stopped at St. John in the Wilderness for today’s
episode. This artwork was painted by Hieronymus Bosch and shows a
Biblical figure. Listen as she describes her own beliefs and how she
believes everyone can learn from someone they claim to know so well.
Show Notes
Sydney has stopped at another artwork in the gallery.
The sources used for the information on Hieronymus Bosch are:
Siegal, Nina (1 February 2016). "Hieronymus Bosch Credited With Work in Kansas City Museum". The New York Times.
Gibson, Walter. Hieronymus Bosch. New Y...2023-08-1814 min
Shots from the SidelineDiving Deep into Sports: NBA Legends, NFL Pre-season, AFC East and the SEC SpotlightReady to have your sports predictions shattered? Brace yourself as we fire up the debate on the recent NBA Hall of Fame inductees and how they've tipped the scales in this exhilarating world of sports. We're pulling no punches as we tackle the tumultuous James Harden trade controversy, and offer a fitting tribute to the powerful careers of Dirk Nowitzki, Dwayne Wade, Greg Popovich, and Tony Parker. And let's not forget the 1976 women's national team - they've left a ripple in the sport that's undeniable.From the basketball court, we move to the football field, where the...2023-08-171h 04
The Language Of Leadership with Chuck MartingEP 039: Exploring the Power of Mentorship for Continuous Development and Team SuccessIn this episode, host Chuck Marting looks into the crucial role of mentorship in effective leadership and continuous development. Discover the power of mentorship in shaping leaders' journeys.
Chuck explores how mentorship has influenced renowned leaders like John C. Maxwell, whose mentorship with Coach John Wooden propelled his personal and professional growth, and Mark Cuban, who mentored Dirk Nowitzki to become an NBA superstar. He also highlights the positive ripple effect of mentorship on teams, leading to improved performance and greater engagement.
Drawing insights from organizations like Google, Chuck showcases how mentorship programs can foster...2023-07-2824 min
Addiction Unlimited PodcastThe Benefits of Reinventing YourselfWhen it comes to facing your recovery head on, breaking down your approach can be simple as 1-2-3:
> Who can you open up to
> Where can you get support
> What lifestyle changes do you need to make
Today's guest is a podcast host, sober warrior, and the author of several books about addiction and recovery and we're breaking down the most important pieces of any recovery journey. You can apply these lessons, trials & tribulations to your own program or process and use them to your advantage.
Dirk Foster spent 30+ years drinking and realized his life was passing him by...2023-05-3143 min
Anndy Lian PodcastUnleashing the Power of Web4: An Intelligent and Decentralized Web Ecosystem by Anndy LianDirk Kreuter is Europe’s most successful sales trainer. He shares his expert knowledge, which has been proven a thousand times over, in specialist books, online courses and seminars, which has been proven to work. Dirk has invited Anndy Lian to give a keynote speech to his guests on what is Web4 and how a decentralised web can transform the way we operate.
The internet has transformed the way we live, work, and connect with each other. From the early days of the World Wide Web to the rise of social media and e-commerce, the internet has become an integral pa...2023-05-3057 min
Sober MofosSearching for Serenity Before and After SobrietyHaving a calm, peaceful mind is something that eluded me most of my life. Before I stopped drinking, I led a lifestyle that was chaotic at best and dangerous at worst. The idea of serenity was a joke. I lived a fast life, filled with bad choices, cheap thrills, and pointless pursuits. There was very little meaning to my existence, as far as I could discern, and serenity certainly played no part in any of it!Unfortunately, many of us rely on alcohol to bring a false sense of serenity, peace, and comfort into our lives. Only...2023-05-1713 min
Sober MofosAlcohol Dependence and the Need for Action!Addiction often arises from a need for constant action. People who are prone to develop an addiction to alcohol (or other intoxicants) often crave a certain level of excitement in their daily lives or they quickly become frustrated. The idea of simply sitting at home reading, watching TV, or doing nothing feels like a prison. This is especially true when we’re young. Young people want to be in the middle of the action whenever and wherever they can find it. When we’re young, we have a desire and need to be around people our a...2023-05-0911 min
Disko 80Dirk Darmstaedter (The Jeremy days)Send us a text- FOLGE 46 - Wir klären in dieser Folge ein für alle Mal: Wie haben es The Jeremy Days geschafft, ihr Debütalbum von Clive Langer/ Alan Winstanlay produziert zu bekommen, die u.a. Madness produziert hatten, Elvis Costello, Morissey, They might be giants, Lloyd Cole und auch Dancing in the street von David Bowie & Mick Jagger oder später Lifelines von a-ha. Wie kam es dazu, dass Dirk Darmstaedter das mit Gunther Buskies das bekannte Hamburger Indie-Label Tapete Records gegründet, habt ihr anfangs deutschspr...2023-05-0854 minSober MofosSocial Anxiety, Alcoholism, Feeling Like an AlienOne of the most common traits shared amongst problem drinkers is intense discomfort in social situations. I think it's safe to say that all people feel some level of social anxiety. However, in my experience, I have discovered that people with addictive personalities, heavy drinkers especially, struggled to feel comfortable in any type of social situation. Interacting with other people can feel so uncomfortable that we need to alleviate our stress with the ancient social lubricant called alcohol. Without a few drinks in our systems spending time in any type of social environment can feel annoying, even painful.2023-05-0314 minSober MofosA Leading Causes of Alcoholism and AddictionOne of the most common factors shared by many people around the world who have a problematic relationship with alcohol is fear. Fear is a brutal beast that must be overcome if we are ever going to reduce or quit drinking. Fear can never be eliminated entirely from the human psyche. It's built into our brains in order to help us survive in the world. However, if we want to overcome a reliance on alcohol, it's imperative that we learn to recognize our fears so that we are able to work with them rather than trying to run from...2023-04-2616 minSober MofosFalse Euphoria in Early Sobriety. Beware of Pink Clouds.Early recovery is filled with emotional highs and lows. The first year of sobriety can be especially crazy. We swing from high to low in a rollercoaster ride of feelings, some good, some not so good. It's a crazy time. You can feel amazing one day (or hour) and frustrated and depressed the next. But how do we handle it? How do we deal with all the ups and downs in the early days, weeks, and months of sobriety? In this episode, I discuss the synthetic bliss of what is called the "pink ould" stage of recovery and how...2023-04-1717 minSober MofosA Leading Cause of Alcohol Abuse and Relapse (and how to handle it)There are so many reasons why we drink excessively including fear, anxiety, and depression. But there is one thing in particular that often leads to alcohol abuse as well as relapse. If you're thinking about getting sober, or if you're sober but fear relapse, in today's episode we'll discuss one of the major factors contributing to alcohol abuse and relapse and what you can do to avoid it.Support The ShowJoin my Patreon for exclusive content, free books, bonus podcasts, discounts, and other free stuff. Your generous support will help me carry a message...2023-04-1110 minSober MofosSobriety Year One - What It's Like For Most of UsThe cold hard truth is that early recovery, especially the first year, can be very uncomfortable. We have to learn how to function without alcohol no matter what life throws at us. My first year was brutal, but I made it through and so can you! In this episode, I discuss what early sobriety feels like, how you can make it through the first year, and how it feels to break through to a better, alcohol-free life.Support The ShowJoin my Patreon for exclusive content, free books, bonus podcasts, discounts, and other free stuff...2023-04-0519 minSober MofosSobriety Survival Tips: Replacing Bad Habits with Good Habits.If we want to stay sober and enjoy life, we have to find what makes us happy. We have to fill our time and energy by pursuing good, positive habits and hobbies rather than self-destructive ones. Instead of drinking when we're bored or depressed, we need to find new ways to stay interested in life so that we don't all backward and start drinking again. Listen to learn a few ideas that might work for you to keep your mind and spirit strong and reignite your interest in life.Support The ShowJoin my Patreon...2023-04-0112 minSober Mofos8 Ways to Survive the First 90 Days of SobrietyThe early days of recovery from alcohol abuse, especially the first 90 days, can be a difficult challenge. There are many highs and lows we have to get through when our emotions and feelings become overwhelming. We're often not prepared or equipped to deal with the major mood swings, depression, anxiety, and fear that accompany early sobriety. But there are ways to survive the early recovery tsunami. I want to share 8 tried and true methods that worked for me and usually work for my coaching clients.Support The ShowJoin my Patreon for exclusive content, free...2023-03-2922 minSober Mofos3 Methods to Reduce or Stop Drinking: The Pros and Cons of EachPerhaps you want to reduce your drinking or stop drinking completely. Fortunately, there are many options. Today we'll discuss 3 methods that can help you if you want to slow things down or quit drinking entirely.Support The ShowJoin my Patreon for exclusive content, free books, bonus podcasts, discounts, and other free stuff. Your generous support will help me carry a message of hope to people around the world who are struggling to get sober and stay sober. Bless you. Join MeVisit my website for resources, books, audiobooks, ar...2023-03-2218 minSober Mofos3 Tips to Immediately Improve and Protect Your SobrietyWhen we get sober, we’re usually on shaky ground. Early recovery is a roller coaster physically, mentally, and spiritually. We must find ways to preserve our sanity and to stay healthy in order to protect our recovery. This holds true whether you're five minutes sober, five months sober, or five years sober. We have to take certain steps to do whatever we can to protect ourselves by building a protective moat around our sobriety. I’m going to make 3 suggestions that you can implement in your life right now, immediately, that will help you feel better and protect your...2023-03-1710 minSober MofosDo You Have a Drinking Problem? You Don't Have to Live This Way!If you think you might have a drinking problem or want to stop drinking alcohol, there is a solution. Whether you drink too much or too often, or you're struggling with drug abuse, you no longer have to live this way. We discuss how you can climb out of the hole you're stuck in. Discover how to get sober and achieve the life you deserve free from addiction. Support The ShowJoin my Patreon for exclusive content, free books, bonus podcasts, discounts, and other free stuff. Your generous support will help me carry a message o...2023-03-1421 minSober Mofos12 Things You Need to Know About Sobriety.People have a lot of apprehensions and fear about getting sober and staying sober. I want to dispel some of your anxiety and share 12 truths about sobriety and what to expect, especially during the early stages of recovery. These are things I definitely wish I had known when it was my time to get sober!Support The ShowJoin my Patreon for exclusive content, free books, bonus podcasts, discounts, and other free stuff. Your generous support will help me carry a message of hope to people around the world who are struggling to get...2023-03-0928 minSober MofosKnock That Sh** Off! Adjust Your Attitude to Protect Your Sobriety!A big challenge that many recovering alcoholics and addicts face is their inability or, more often, unwillingness to let go of resentment and anger for the perceived wrongs they have suffered. Self-pity is a far too common mental ailment that plagues many addicts in the early stages of recovery. The idea that we’ve been dealt a bad hand in life too often follows people into early sobriety and often results in relapse. Don’t let this happen to you! Protect your sobriety at all costs!Support The ShowJoin my Patreon for exclusive content, free...2023-03-0417 minSober MofosWar Stories #1: Busted in Hollywood Smoking Crack in Shorts and Flip FlopsWe all do stupid shit when we drink, right? I like to tell certain war stories as a way to share with others that we all have done awful and often ridiculous things in our lowest moments. Alcohol can lead to some horrible behavior -- sometimes it's dark and sometimes it's funny. But we all do it, so it's important to remember these moments and to share these experiences so that we can work through our shame and regret. This is one of my war stories about getting busted in Hollywood while I was drunk and trying to score...2023-02-2718 min