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Pivot Point - Strategy for Change with Nik MichaelDiffuse Guilt: When Everything Feels Like Your FaultIn this episode of Pivot Point: Strategy for Change with Nik Michael, Nik explores the psychology of diffused guilt — the tendency to assume responsibility for other people’s emotions, discomfort, or reactions even when they may not belong to you.Through relatable examples drawn from relationships, work, parenting, caregiving, and everyday interactions, Nik examines how emotionally aware and responsible people often fall into patterns of over-apologizing, over-explaining, and carrying emotional burdens that were never truly theirs to hold.Blending clinical insight, Gestalt therapy concepts, and real-life application, this episode focuses on the small internal moments that...
2026-05-2718 min
Pivot Point - Strategy for Change with Nik MichaelNeurotic Repetition - The Repeating Pivot You Don't NoticeWhat if the patterns you keep repeating aren't failures — they're unfinished business? You changed the job, the relationship, the environment, and somehow the same feeling found you again. In this episode of Pivot Point: Strategy for Change with Nik Michael, Nik draws on Gestalt therapy and over two decades of clinical work to explore why we keep arriving at the same emotional outcomes no matter how much we change the circumstances around us — and what it actually takes to interrupt a loop that has been running longer than you realize. If you've ever looked at your life and recognized the...
2026-05-2117 min
Postgres FMPgQueNik and Michael discuss Nik's new project PgQue, a descendent of Skype's PgQ, for running queue-like workloads in Postgres. Here are some links to things they mentioned: Our first episode on Queues in Postgres https://postgres.fm/episodes/queues-in-postgresPgQue https://github.com/NikolayS/pgqueHN discussion https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=47817349PgQ https://github.com/pgq/pgqpgmq https://github.com/pgmq/pgmqRiver https://riverqueue.comKeeping a Postgres queue healthy (blog post by Simeon Griggs / PlanetScale) https://planetscale.com/blog/keeping-a-postgres-queue-healthyPostgres Job Queues & Failure By MVCC (blog post by Brandur) https://brandur.org/postgres-queuesMy queries to monitor aut...
2026-05-0847 minPivot Point - Strategy for Change with Nik Michael5 Rules to a Lasting Pivot - Stephen RodriguezIn this episode of Pivot Point Strategy for Change, Nik Michael and Stephen Rodriguez unpack what a true pivot point really looks like.This is not a story about career change. It’s a breakdown of the internal mechanics of transformation—the mindset shift that makes change inevitable.Stephen explains how his real pivot didn’t happen when he moved from piano tuning into tech, marketing, and business. It happened earlier, when he made a critical internal choice:That moment—the point where staying the same is no longeracceptable—is what defines a pivot.To...
2026-05-0102 minPivot Point - Strategy for Change with Nik MichaelHow to Make the Pivot - Stephen RodriguezIn this episode of Pivot Point Strategy for Change, Nik Michael sits down with Stephen Rodriguez toexplore what a true pivot point really is—and what it isn’t.This isn’t a conversation about changing careers. It’s adeep dive into the internal shift that makes real change inevitable. Stephen shares how his defining pivot didn’t happen when he left piano tuning or entered the world of tech, marketing, and business. It happened earlier, in themoment he moved from “I want something different” to “I choose to act now.” Together, they break down why disruption alone do...
2026-04-3054 min
Pivot Point - Strategy for Change with Nik MichaelReframe Your Failure - Executive Coach Jen Coken's PerspectiveHigh performers know this feeling: the results are solid, the success is real — but right at the edge of something bigger, something inside hesitates.Most people call it imposter syndrome. Jen Coken calls it what it actually is — a protection pattern.An executive coach, speaker, and author, Jen works with high-achieving leaders — especially women in STEM — to uncover the strategies they built earlier in life that once helped them succeed, but now quietly hold them back.In this episode, she breaks down how to identify those patterns, understand where they come from, and lead wit...
2026-04-2606 minPostgres FMpg_wait_tracerNik and Michael are joined by Dmitry Fomin to discuss his new tool pg_wait_tracer, as well as changes that could be made to core to allow wait event tracing with lower overhead, and on managed services. Here are some links to things they mentioned: Dmitry Fomin https://postgres.fm/people/dmitry-fominpg_wait_tracer https://github.com/DmitryNFomin/pg_wait_tracerpg_wait_sampling https://github.com/postgrespro/pg_wait_samplingpg_10046 https://github.com/DmitryNFomin/pg_10046Jeremy Schneider reply on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7414966981847748608RDS for PostgreSQL wait event docs ht...
2026-04-2444 minPivot Point - Strategy for Change with Nik MichaelThe Velvet Sledgehammer: Jen Coken on Reframing Imposter SyndromeIn this episode of Pivot Point: Strategy for Change with Nik Michael, executive leadership coach Jen Coken reframes what most people call imposter syndrome into something far more useful — a protection pattern.High performers know that quiet hesitation that shows up right at the edge of something bigger — more visibility, more impact, more responsibility. The results are there. The success looks solid. Yet something inside pulls back. Jen explains why that instinct isn’t a flaw, but a strategy built by a younger version of yourself that once made perfect sense.Known as a velvet sledgehammer ...
2026-04-2354 minPostgres FMSchema design checklistNik and Michael discuss a list of things to check when designing new schema in Postgres. Here are some links to things they mentioned:Use BIGINT in Postgres (blog post by Ryan Lambert) https://blog.rustprooflabs.com/2021/06/postgres-bigint-by-defaultPostgres 18 and UUIDv7 (blog post by Gwen Shapira) https://www.thenile.dev/blog/uuidv7How to use UUID (how-to guide by Nik) https://postgres.ai/docs/postgres-howtos/schema-design/data-types/how-to-use-uuidOur episode on constraints https://postgres.fm/episodes/constraintsOur episode on NULLs https://postgres.fm/episodes/nulls-the-good-the-bad-the-ugly-and-the-unknownMultiXact member space exhaustion episode (with Metronome) https://postgres.fm/episodes/multixact-member-space-exhaustionOur Column Tetris e...
2026-04-1745 minPivot Point - Strategy for Change with Nik MichaelGordon Gooding - NO FEARThis segment of Pivot Point Strategy For Change featuresa conversation between Nik Michael and Gordon Gooding, LCSW, focusing on the challenges and strategies for individuals seeking change but feeling paralyzedby fear. Nik inquires about counseling approaches for those longing for change, while Gordon shares insights from his experience with clients who feel stuck, despite being successful. He emphasizes the importance of focusing on what one can do rather than what they can't, and taking small, deliberate steps towards change. The discussion also touches on balancing personal and professionallife, mindfulness, and being present with family. Gordon reflects on his journey...
2026-03-3105 minPostgres FMLong-running transactionsNik and Michael discuss long-running transactions, including when they're harmless, when they cause issues, and how to mitigate those issues. Here are some links to things they mentioned: transaction_timeout https://www.postgresql.org/docs/current/runtime-config-client.html#GUC-TRANSACTION-TIMEOUTOur episode on transaction_timeout https://postgres.fm/episodes/transaction_timeoutOur episode on slow queries (which was also our first ever episode!) https://postgres.fm/episodes/slow-queries-and-slow-transactionsOur episode on locks https://postgres.fm/episodes/lockslock_timeout https://www.postgresql.org/docs/current/runtime-config-client.html#GUC-LOCK-TIMEOUTTransaction Isolation levels https://www.postgresql.org/docs/current/transaction-iso.htmlpg_current_xact_id_if...
2026-03-2748 minPivot Point - Strategy for Change with Nik MichaelGordon Gooding - Imposter Syndrome, Grit, and Growth - Gordon's Pivot PointGordon Gooding’s Pivot Point - Strategy For Change with Nik MichaelMost people underestimate the quiet power of pivotpoints—those subtle moments when stepping into more requires redefining yourlimits, not just your goals. In this episode of Pivot Point: Strategy for Change, I sit down with licensed clinician and founder of Gooding Wellness Group, Gordon Gooding, to explore how a 30-year career in school social work evolved into a thriving private and group practice—not by luck, butthrough deliberate choice, stamina, and unshakeable grit.If you’re feeling stuck in a role that no longer fits whoyou are becomi...
2026-03-1348 minPivot Point - Strategy for Change with Nik MichaelErin Treacy | When the Pivot Isn't a Choice — It's a CollapseOn this episode of Pivot Point: Strategy for Change with me, Nik Michael, I sit down with Erin Treacy, an executive coach and former restaurant owner whose body finally forced a full stop after years of quiet burnout and over functioning. In our conversation, Erin and I explore what burnout feels like from the inside, how high-capacity professionals mistake crisis for competence, and the subtle ways the mind tells convincing stories that justify “just a little more” until something breaks.We talk about the day her leg went numb on the cook line, the medical reckoning that followed...
2026-03-0659 minPivot Point - Strategy for Change with Nik MichaelMegan Magee - When Survival Isn’t the Finish LineWhen Survival Isn’t the Finish Line: Megan Magee on Rebuilding After CancerIn this powerful episode of Pivot Point Strategy for Change, host Nik Michael sits down with Megan Magee — a registered nutrition and dietetic technician and certified mind–body eating coach — to explore what happens after the moment most people would call “success.” Megan shares her journey through a cervical cancer diagnosis, aggressive chemotherapy and radiation, and the full-body breakdown that followed long after she was declared “cancer-free.” She recounts the pivotal moment an oncologist told her, “Your symptoms bog me down,” and walked out of the room — a shoc...
2026-03-0139 minPostgres FMpg_ashNik and Michael discuss pg_ash — a new tool (not extension!) from Nik that samples and stores wait events from pg_stat_activity. Here are some links to things they mentioned: pg_ash https://github.com/NikolayS/pg_ashpg_wait_sampling https://github.com/postgrespro/pg_wait_samplingAmazon RDS performance insights https://aws.amazon.com/rds/performance-insightsOur episode on wait events https://postgres.fm/episodes/wait-eventspg-flight-recorder https://github.com/dventimisupabase/pg-flight-recorderpg_profile https://github.com/zubkov-andrei/pg_profilepg_cron https://github.com/citusdata/pg_cron~~~What did you like or not...
2026-02-2032 min
Pivot Point - Strategy for Change with Nik MichaelWhat is Pivot Point Strategy For Change?Pivot Point: Strategy for Change with Nik Michael explores the exact moment when everything shifts—not the polished success story, but the raw, internal turning point when change becomes inevitable. Through unhurried, deeply reflective conversations, host Nik Michael guides guests back to that decisive instant: I'm not going to live this way anymore. Drawing on over thirty years as a psychotherapist, Nik helps people articulate the emotional triggers, cognitive realizations, and quiet decisions that sparked their transformation—whether walking away from a career, navigating profound loss, redefining identity after disruption, or choosing to rebuild when the path forward disappeared. Thes...
2026-02-0203 minPivot Point - Strategy for Change with Nik MichaelJen Wilson - Executive and Leadership Coach - Full Episode on Pivot Point Strategy For Change with Nik MichaelWhy Smart Leaders Know What to Change:But Still Don't Do ItIn this episode of Pivot Point Strategy For Change - I have a deeply honest conversation with executive coach Jen Wilson about why meaningful organizational change starts with the internal work most leaders avoid, and how trust inside teams is built through shared commitment, not strategic planningalone. We explore how trust is actually rebuilt during organizational disruption, and why so many leaders struggle to follow through even when they know exactly what needs to change. Jen breaks down the fears that derail decision-making...
2026-01-2850 minPostgres FMPgDog updateNik and Michael are joined by Lev Kokotov for an update on all things PgDog. Here are some links to things they mentioned:Lev Kokotov https://postgres.fm/people/lev-kokotovPgDog https://github.com/pgdogdev/pgdogOur first PgDog episode (March 2025) https://postgres.fm/episodes/pgdogSharding pgvector (blog post by Lev) https://pgdog.dev/blog/sharding-pgvectorPrepared statements and partitioned table lock explosion (series by Nik) https://postgres.ai/blog/20251028-postgres-marathon-2-009~~~What did you like or not like? What should we discuss next time? Let us know via a YouTube comment, on s...
2026-01-2344 minPivot Point - Strategy for Change with Nik MichaelRebuilding Trust - Jen Wilson on Strategy For Change with Nik MichaelIn this conversation, I sit down with Jen Wilson to explore how trust is rebuilt inside teams and why real organizational change always starts with the internal work we’re often tempted to avoid. We talk about what actually makes teams function well—being aligned around a shared outcome, doing the deeper personal and collective work, and creating a common language that allows for honest, courageous conversations. Jen also shares how practical structures, like how meetings are truly used, can either support or undermine trust and effectiveness.We then dig into a question I see come up again and agai...
2026-01-1804 minPostgres FMRegreSQLNik and Michael are joined by Radim Marek from boringSQL to talk about RegreSQL, a regression testing tool for SQL queries they forked and improved recently. Here are some links to things they mentioned:Radim Marek https://postgres.fm/people/radim-marekboringSQL https://boringsql.comRegreSQL: Regression Testing for PostgreSQL Queries (blog post by Radim) https://boringsql.com/posts/regresql-testing-queriesDiscussion on Hacker News https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=45924619 Radim’s fork of RegreSQL on GitHub https://github.com/boringSQL/regresql Original RegreSQL on GitHub (by Dimitri Fontaine) https://github.com/dimitri/regresql The Art of PostgreSQL (book) https...
2026-01-1657 minPivot Point - Strategy for Change with Nik MichaelMichal LeBaron Part 1 Full Episode - Pivot Point Strategy For Change with Nik MichaelIn my recent conversation with Michal LeBaron, Iwas struck by how her story embodies what I call a pivot point—that moment when a person takes radical ownership of their healing. Michal shared that her journey began in an unexpected way: a quiet decision, made whilesitting in her recliner, to simply say to herself, “I am choosing toheal.” It wasn’t dramatic, but it was powerful. That inner commitment became the turning point that changed everything for her. Before that moment, she described feeling defeated and even betrayed by her body. For years, she’d been locked in a battle with sy...
2026-01-1038 minPostgres FMPostgres year in review 2025Nik and Michael discuss the events and trends they thought were most important in the Postgres ecosystem in 2025. Here are some links to things they mentioned: Postgres 18 release notes https://www.postgresql.org/docs/18/release-18.htmlOur episode on Postgres 18 https://postgres.fm/episodes/postgres-18LWLock:LockManager benchmarks for Postgres 18 (blog post by Nik) https://postgres.ai/blog/20251009-postgres-marathon-2-005PostgreSQL bug tied to zero-day attack on US Treasury https://www.theregister.com/2025/02/14/postgresql_bug_treasuryPgDog episode https://postgres.fm/episodes/pgdogMultigres episode https://postgres.fm/episodes/multigresNeki announcement https://planetscale.com/blog/announcing-nekiOur 100TB episode from 2024 ht...
2026-01-0247 minPivot Point - Strategy for Change with Nik MichaelPivot Point Strategy For Change: Male Code - The Hidden Emotional Rules of MenMale Code: The Hidden Emotional Rules of Men. In this episode of Pivot Point Strategy for Change, Nik Michael explores the themes presented in Dr. Robert Garfield's book, 'Breaking the Male Code.' The conversation delves into the hidden emotional rules that shape men's lives, the impact of emotional isolation, the importance of male friendships, and the urgent need to rethink masculinity. Garfield argues that the traditional male code restricts emotional expression and connection, leading to loneliness and mental health issues. The episode emphasizes the need for men to develop emotionally intimate friendships and to embrace vulnerability as a...
2026-01-0112 minPivot Point - Strategy for Change with Nik MichaelVic's Strategy for Change - Pivot Point Strategy For Change with Nik MichaelPivot Point: Strategy for Change with Nik MichaelIn this follow-up episode of Pivot Point: Strategy for Change, I welcome back Vic for a powerful and deeply honest continuation of his story.When Vic first joined the podcast, he shared his pivot point with remarkable courage—opening up about his experience with alcoholism, the internal conflicts he faced, the emotional triggers that fueled denial, and the moment when he could no longer avoid the truth of where his life was headed. That conversation resonated with so many listeners because it wasn’t polished or performative—it was...
2025-12-3141 minPivot Point - Strategy for Change with Nik MichaelThe Hero's Journey - Expand or Die - Stephen Rodriguez on Pivot Point Strategy For ChangeHosted by Nik Michael, In this episode, we talk about what it really means to stand in the wreckage and chooseresilience—how grief can coexist with growth, and how discomfort, when embracedfully, can become one of life's most powerful teachers.Stephenshares the five rules he lives by today—principles forged in hardship that havebecome the blueprint for helping others rise beyond their own setbacks.If you'veever found yourself at that edge—tired, uncertain, wondering if there's enoughleft in you to keep going—this conversation is for you.Becausepivot points don't wait for the right ti...
2025-12-2611 minPivot Point - Strategy for Change with Nik MichaelStephen Rodriguez on Pivot Point - Strategy For Change with Nik MichaelIn this powerful episode of Pivot Point: Strategy For Change, host Nik Michael sits down with Stephen Rodriguez, founder of Elevate Business, to explore what happens when life dismantles everything you thought was secure—and forces a defining choice. After enduring profound personal loss, the devastation of Hurricane Harvey, a collapsing business, and the theft of his entire body of work, Stephen found himself at a true pivot point: break, or rebuild.This conversation goes beyond entrepreneurship into resilience, grief, identity, and the psychology of choosing forward motion under extreme pressure. Stephen shares the raw emotional reality of...
2025-12-2350 minPivot Point - Strategy for Change with Nik MichaelDecision Fatigue: Pivot Point Strategy For Change with Nik MichaelParenting comes with thousands of daily decisions—and over time, that constant demand can lead to decision fatigue. In this video, we break down what decision fatigue is, how it impacts parenting, and why it can make even simple choices feel overwhelming. You’ll learn the signs to watch for, the psychological forces at play, and practical tools that help parents reduce mental overload, strengthen routines, and stay emotionally regulated. Whether you’re a new parent or raising teens, this guide offers real strategies for managing stress and improving family dynamics.Ever feel mentally exhausted after a long day of mak...
2025-12-1723 minPivot Point - Strategy for Change with Nik MichaelSHOT to BNKK - Pivot Point Strategy For ChangeFrom Safety Shot to BNKK - Bonk - When a company makes a huge pivot - it is a Metamorphosis! Explore the bold transformation of Safety Shot into BNKK, a company navigating the crossroads of wellness beverages and digital assets. Discover the strategic pivot that challenges traditional business models and redefines market identity. Join Nik Michael as he delves into the complexities of this radical change and its implications for investors and industry leaders.
2025-12-1518 min
Wunderpille BewegungFolge 45 - Nik Kleemann - Vom Tanzparkett ins Business: Die Kunst der High PerformanceEine Reise vom Leistungssport in die Arbeitswelt: Nik spricht über Disziplin, Druck, mentale Stärke und die wichtigste Lektion seiner Tanzkarriere – und wie jede:r diese Prinzipien nutzen kann, um im Job mehr Energie, Klarheit und Resilienz zu gewinnen.Infos zu Nik Kleemann:Website: https://www.nikolauskleemann.com/Kontakt: https://www.nikolauskleemann.com/en/_about/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nikolauskleemann/Für interessierte Firmen- ÖBSV: https://firmensport.atJetzt kostenlos die MOVEVO-App testen im Zuge unseres bewegten Advents. Schoko essen kann jeder.Aber wir h...
2025-12-0948 minPostgres FMmax_connections vs migrationsNik and Michael discuss max_connections, especially in the context of increasing it to solve problems like migrations intermittently failing(!) Here are some links to things they mentioned: max_connections https://www.postgresql.org/docs/current/runtime-config-connection.html#GUC-MAX-CONNECTIONSTweet about deployments vs connections issue https://x.com/brankopetric00/status/1991394329886077090Nik tweet in response https://x.com/samokhvalov/status/1991465573684027443Analyzing the Limits of Connection Scalability in Postgres (blog post by Andres Freund) https://www.citusdata.com/blog/2020/10/08/analyzing-connection-scalability/Exponential Backoff And Jitter (blog post by Marc Brooker) https://aws.amazon.com/blogs/architecture/exponential-backoff-and-jitter/...
2025-12-0544 minPivot Point - Strategy for Change with Nik MichaelThe Power of the Pivot: What I Learned from Billion-Dollar Course CorrectionsIn “The Power of the Pivot — What Companies and Investors Can Teach Us,” host Nik Michael explores how strategic pivots aren’t just for startups and boardrooms—they’re a practical framework for your own life, work, and money. Through stories from companies like Amazon, Netflix, Apple, Instagram, and Slack, the episode shows how some of the biggest successes were born from moments when the old way stopped working and leaders chose to change direction instead of clinging to what was familiar.Nik then turns to the investing world—highlighting shifts in strategy from figures like Warren Buffett, as we...
2025-12-0114 minPivot Point - Strategy for Change with Nik MichaelThe Healing Power of Self-Compassion - Michal LeBaron on Pivot Point Strategy for Change Nik MichaelThe Healing Power of Self-Compassion: Michal LeBaron's Journey What happens when your body becomes a mystery, when doctors can’t explain your pain, and your own immune system turns against you? For Michal LeBaron, founder of Chronic Illness Solution, that wasn’t just a question—it was her reality.Bedridden. Exhausted. Out of answers.But what if healing didn’t come from the outside—not from another pill, protocol, or expert advice—but from within your own nervous system?In this episode of Pivot Point: Strategy for Change, host Nik Michael sits down wi...
2025-12-0109 minPivot Point - Strategy for Change with Nik MichaelHealing from within - Pivot Point Strategy For Change - Michal LeBaronIn this episode of Pivot Point: Strategy for Change,host Nik Michael sits down with Michal LeBaron, founder of Chronic Illness Solution, In this powerful closing segment, Michal LeBaron shares the defining moment that changed everything in her healing journey — the moment she made an inner decision to heal, long before she had any proof that recovery was possible.She explains how this shift activated her brain’s ability to see new opportunities, opened new pathways for healing, and transformed her identity from patient to a fully present, empowered human being.Michal reveals why healing the...
2025-11-1608 minPivot Point - Strategy for Change with Nik MichaelHealing within - Michal LeBaron on Pivot Point Strategy For Change with Nik MichaelIn this episode of Pivot Point: Strategy for Change, host Nik Michael sits down with Michal LeBaron, founder of Chronic Illness Solution, to explore one of the most overlooked components of healing: self-compassion and the nervous system’s role in chronic illness recovery.Michal shares her extraordinary journey from being bedridden with autoimmune and genetic disorders to fully healing her body by targeting something traditional medicine often ignores—the stress-activated nervous system. Through emotional awareness, self-compassion, trauma recovery, and deep regulation of the parasympathetic system, Michal transformed her health and now helps others do the same.If...
2025-11-1601 minPostgres FMTens of TB per hourNik talks Michael through a recent benchmark he worked with Maxim Boguk on, to see how quickly they could provision a replica. Here are some links to things they mentioned:Ultra-fast replica creation with pgBackRest (blog post by Maxim Boguk and Nik) https://postgres.ai/blog/20251105-postgres-marathon-2-012-ultra-fast-replica-creation-pgbackrestCopying a database episode https://postgres.fm/episodes/copying-a-databaseAdd snapshot backup support for PostgreSQL in wal-g (draft PR by Andrey Borodin) https://github.com/wal-g/wal-g/pull/2101Multi-threaded pg_basebackup discussion 1: https://www.postgresql.org/message-id/flat/CAEHH7R4%3D_GN%2BLSsj0YZOXZ13yc%3DGk9umJOLNopjS%3DimK0c1m...
2025-11-1438 minPivot Point - Strategy for Change with Nik MichaelPivot Point - Strategy For Change with Nik Michael - Robert Esposito - Gen Z Millennial WorkersIn this clip from Pivot Point with Nik Michael, guest Robert Esposito — founder of U.S. Relocators and author of Nobody Move — opens up about one of today’s biggest workplace challenges: understanding and leading the new generation of workers.Robert and Nik dive into an honest conversation about Generation Z and Millennial employees—how they think, communicate, and approach work in ways that often differ from older generations. From shifting values and digital habits to changing expectations about purpose and flexibility, this dialogue gets to the heart of why connecting across generations is both challenging and essentia...
2025-10-2904 minPivot Point - Strategy for Change with Nik MichaelPivot Point - Strategy For Change - Robert Esposito - From Acting to MovingPivot Point - Strategy for Change with Nik MichaelListeners will hear stories that are raw, grounded, and inspiring—moments of frustration that led to innovation, challenges that sparked reinvention, and the mindset tools that helped Robert and his team at U.S. Relocators stay adaptable and connected through it all.Nik Michael’s conversation style brings warmth, curiosity, and a genuine human touch. He invites Robert to reflect not only on what changed in his business, but what changed within him. The result is an episode that captures the essence of Pivot Point: the powe...
2025-10-2503 minPivot Point - Strategy for Change with Nik MichaelPivot Point - Strategy For Change with Nik Michael - Episode 002 Robert EspositoIn this inspiring episode of Pivot Point, host Nik Michael sits down with Robert Esposito, founder of U.S. Relocators and author of Nobody Move, to explore how moments of disruption can spark transformation—both in business and in life.Robert shares the emotional and psychological journey behind his personal pivot point—what pushed him to grow, adapt, and build one of the most respected relocation companies on Long Island. From helping families start fresh in new homes to helping his own team evolve through challenge and change, Robert’s story is about resilience, leadership, and redefining succes...
2025-10-2435 minPostgres FMLWLocksNik and Michael discuss lightweight locks in Postgres — how they differ to (heavier) locks, some occasions they can be troublesome, and some resources for working out what to do if you hit issues. Here are some links to things they mentioned:Wait Events of Type LWLock https://www.postgresql.org/docs/current/monitoring-stats.html#WAIT-EVENT-LWLOCK-TABLEOur episode on (heavier) locks https://postgres.fm/episodes/locksNik’s new marathon posts https://postgres.ai/blog/tags/postgres-marathonPostgres LISTEN/NOTIFY does not scale (blog post by Recall ai) https://www.recall.ai/blog/postgres-listen-notify-does-not-scaleExplicit Locking https://www.postgresql.org/docs/curre...
2025-10-1738 minPivot Point - Strategy for Change with Nik MichaelSelf - Sabotage - Pivot Point - Strategy For ChangeOn The Pivot Point Podcast with Nik Michael, we explore how self-sabotage forms, how it operates in everyday life, and what it takes to break free from it. Through honest conversations, psychological insight, and personal reflection, Nik helps listeners identify the beliefs and inner voices that keep them stuck—often without realizing it.This episode invites listeners to notice the subtle ways they undermine their own happiness and success, and to begin pivoting toward self-trust, emotional clarity, and empowered action. Whether you’re working to improve relationships, confidence, or career goals, this conversation will help you see that...
2025-10-1300 minPivot Point - Strategy for Change with Nik MichaelProcrastination - Stop Waiting for the Perfect Moment | Overcoming Procrastination & Fear of FailureYou’ve had the idea. You’ve made the plan. But you still haven’t started.In this episode of Pivot Point with Nik Michael, we uncover why procrastination isn’t laziness — it’s fear. Fear of failure. Fear of success. Fear of change.Join Nik as he explores how to reframe your mindset, break through mental blocks, and take action even when it’s uncomfortable. You’ll hear real stories from a former athlete and an entrepreneur who both faced fear and learned to create their own pivotal moment.This isn’t about being “productive...
2025-10-0401 minPivot Point - Strategy for Change with Nik MichaelCognitive Defusion - Pivot Point - Strategy For Change with Nik MichaelLearn to step back from your thoughts with Cognitive Defusion, a guided ACT practice for mindfulness, stress relief, and anxiety management. Observe your thoughts without judgment and regain mental clarity in minutes. Perfect for stress relief, mindfulness, anxiety reduction, and mental clarity, cognitive defusion helps you create space between your thoughts and your actions, allowing you to respond rather than react.Find calm and clarity with Cognitive Defusion, a mindfulness-based ACT practice. Learn to step back from overwhelming thoughts, reduce stress, and respond to life with awareness and balance.
2025-10-0301 minPivot Point - Strategy for Change with Nik MichaelPivot Point - Strategy For Change - with Nik MichaelThe "Pivot Point - Strategy for Change with Nik Michael" podcast, available on Spotify, delves into transformative personal stories of struggle, resilience, and renewal. Hosted by Nik Michael, each episode features candid conversations with individuals who have navigated significant life challenges—such as overcoming addiction, leaving unhealthy relationships, or embarking on new career paths. The podcast aims to uncover the pivotal moments that led to these life changes, offering listeners insights into the emotional and psychological processes involved in personal transformation.For instance, one of the episodes, titled "V's - 35 years + Free of ETOH and Dry Goods," di...
2025-10-0300 min
Bandkind®Tyler Michael Smith talks his vision for orchestral works, scoring films and worship with #BandkindTyler Michael Smith talks about #onesmallstep for #bandkind how he and his wife (and six children) Keep music in the mix as a family. We visit his early years growing in a musical family, working with his dad, Michael W Smith and his vision for his orchestral works, scoring films and being a worshipper. Bandkind
2025-09-2026 minPostgres FMDisksNik and Michael discuss disks in relation to Postgres — why they matter, how saturation can happen, some modern nuances, and how to prepare to avoid issues. Here are some links to things they mentioned:Nik’s tweet demonstrating a NOTIFY hot spot https://x.com/samokhvalov/status/1959468091035009245Postgres LISTEN/NOTIFY does not scale (blog post by Recall ai) https://www.recall.ai/blog/postgres-listen-notify-does-not-scaletrack_io_timing https://www.postgresql.org/docs/current/runtime-config-statistics.html#GUC-TRACK-IO-TIMINGpg_test_timing https://www.postgresql.org/docs/current/pgtesttiming.html PlanetScale for Postgres https://planetscale.com/blog/planetscale-for-postgresOut of disk episode https...
2025-08-2946 min
Whiskey & Cigarettes ConversationsInterview With Michael SchottDJ Nik sits down with Michael Schott to discuss his music and more. Find us here : www.whiskeyandcigarettesshow.com
2025-06-2320 min
Limited SupplyS12 E9: Story of a Subscription Empire (with Michael Broukhim, Co-CEO + Co-Founder of FabFitFun)Live from SubSummit 2025, FabFitFun co-founder and co-CEO Michael Broukhim joins Nik to unpack the wild journey from political web design to pioneering subscription commerce.
1 in 6 women have been FabFitFun subscribers at one point—a feat that Michael knows is all about connection, curating the right products, and helping other brands grow in the process. He explains subscription commerce has matured. How has FabFitFun differentiated itself?
The company is the “inverse of TJ Maxx” as Michael likes to say. TJ Maxx is more like a treasure hunt, while in the subscr...
2025-06-041h 02
Wicked Smart Golf396: Dr. Nik Neal - Becoming a Top 1% Amateur Golfer Get Rypstick: The #1 speed trainer to add 10+ yards in 40 days or less (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%). Train with Golf Forever: Use code "WICKEDSMART" to save 15% on your investment. Today's guest is Dr. Nik Neal, the founder of Golf Strong Hit Bombs — a unique fitness system designed specifically for golfers who want to play better, swing faster, and shoot lower scores. Nik is a Doctor of Physical Therapy, a competitive elite amateur golfer, and one of the most respected voices in golf-specific fitness. He's worked with golfers of all levels to help them move better, ga...
2025-05-1548 min
Limited SupplyS12 E6: Redefining Media and Marketing Measurement (with Michael True, CEO of Prescient AI)Real-time tracking might be fading, but media measurement is entering a new era.
Nik’s got Michael True, CEO of Prescient AI on this week’s episode to talk about how modern brands can confidently allocate budget, quantify impact, and optimize media spend using Media Mix Modeling (MMM). It’s about top of the funnel measurement. How do you use the data the right way? What’s a halo effect? What does Cardi B have to do with this?
From building predictive models for the music industry to managing $200M+ in mon...
2025-05-1440 min
All In with Narada Michael WaldenEpisode 041 - Nik WestNarada speaks with Nik West: Canadian-American bassist, vocalist, and songwriter known for her versatile and genre-bending sound, often incorporating funk, pop, rock, and other influences. Named “the bass icon of this generation' by Rollingstone, and “The Queen of the Bassists” by Rollingstone France.Visit Narada at his website and socials and leave a comment, like and subscribe if you enjoyed the podcast!Website: https://www.naradamichaelwalden.com/allinpodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/officialnaradaApple Music https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/all-in-with-narada-michael-walden/id1470173526Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5ag...
2025-04-2451 min
The Victory DegreeExpert Mindset Principles from Ray Lewis, Michael Jordan, Nick Saban, Kobe Bryant, Tom Brady & More | AJ ShavellIn this episode of the Victory Degree Podcast, Nik welcomes AJ Shavell, a coach and content creator, to discuss his journey of self-discovery, the importance of overcoming fear, and the insights he has gained through coaching and content creation. AJ shares his experiences with meditation, self-awareness, and the challenges he faced during the pandemic, which ultimately led him to help others through coaching and writing. The conversation delves into the themes of resilience, leadership, and the significance of embracing discomfort for personal growth. AJ Shavell and Nik also explore the principles of success, leadership, and personal growth through the...
2025-02-061h 13
Dare to evolveTo me - By me - Through me: A practical framework for Inner Development - with Podcast Host Nik Frewel"Dare to Evolve" the podcast that curates the very essence of human potential. In this episode, we dive deep into the transformative consciousness model To Me - By Me - Through Me - As Me by Michael Beckwith. This isn’t just a framework for sensemaking—it’s a profound pathway for personal and collective ascension.Together, podcast hosts & Prisma founder Andreas Schmitz and Prisma Insights co-founder Nik Frewel uncover the essence of each stage, revealing what lies beneath their surface. They explore how this model embraces us as whole individuals, transcending the workplace to touc...
2024-12-2320 min
Business Owners Smashing It OnlineForget Content! Discover The Hidden Secrets That Really Turns LinkedIn into a Powerful Client Magnet (with Michael Griffiths)If you’ve been told to post more content to grow your business on LinkedIn, this session might completely change how you see the platform. In this practical training, Michael Griffiths breaks down why content alone won’t bring in clients—and what actually does.You’ll discover a simple, repeatable system to turn LinkedIn into a powerful networking and referral engine using conversations, not just posts. If you want more leads, better connections, and consistent opportunities without spending hours creating content, this is worth a watch.What You’ll Learn:Why LinkedIn is not jus...
2024-11-0559 min
The MindFit MethodE153: RISK, REWARD, AND RELENTLESS PURSUIT: Don’t Be Dependent On Someone Else’s Generosity with Nik HulewskyStep into the dynamic world of Nik Hulewsky, an entrepreneur who has not just navigated but mastered the turbulent waters of multiple high-stakes industries. From healthcare to cryptocurrency, Nik’s journey is a masterclass in leveraging knowledge and intuition to build, grow, and sometimes, let go of business ventures.
In today’s episode, Nik opens up about his roller-coaster career that includes staggering highs of seven-figure business exits and enlightening lows that shaped his strategic prowess. With a background rooted in the esteemed halls of USC and UCLA, Nik brings a blend of academic rigo...
2024-09-1952 min
Stories for LifeWhy Success Means Nothing Without This! The Story of Michael PatelMichael Patel had everything—except time for what truly mattered. In this 3-minute story, hear how a sudden health scare forced him to step away from his busy life and reconnect with his estranged family. Through this emotional journey, Michael rediscovers the simple joys of life and learns the true meaning of success. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the race for achievement, this inspiring tale will remind you to slow down, reflect, and cherish the moments that matter most. Tune in for a daily dose of life lessons, inspiration, and personal growth.
2024-09-1907 min
Ready 4 PushbackEp156: Find Your Wings: Lessons from a Flight Instructor with Special Guest Michael PhillipsIn this heartwarming episode, Nik chats with Michael Phillips, a seasoned flight instructor and mentor. They dive into their shared history, discussing the pivotal moments and influential people who shaped their paths in aviation. From overcoming challenges in flight training to the importance of mentorship and giving back, this episode is packed with inspiring stories and valuable lessons for anyone passionate about flying, so tune in! WHAT YOU'LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE Significance of mentorship in aviation and personal growth Tips on overcoming challenges and embracing the learning process in flight...
2024-07-0852 min
The Victory DegreeGeorge Mumford, Mindset Coach to Michael Jordan & Kobe, ON: Finding Greatness, The Power of Adversity, Kobe's Jump Shot & Working With Prison InmatesWelcome back to The Victory Degree Podcast! There are plenty of podcasts out there and so I thank you for choosing The Victory Degree today - the podcast where my mission is to interview the most influential people in sports both on and off the field. Today’s guest is George Mumford, a.k.a. The Performance Whisperer. George is a globally recognized speaker, teacher, and pioneer in sports psychology and performance. Since 1989, he’s been honing his groundbreaking performance and mindfulness techniques with people from locker rooms to board rooms, Yale to jail — as Phil Jackson’s ‘Secret...
2024-06-0959 min
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2024-05-171h 26
Legacy BattleLegacy Battle #164: Nik GoodwinA debate of the Greatest Race Horse of the last 50yrs with Jockey Nik Goodwin who has over 1000 career wins and has rode some of the all time great horses. Nik discusses his career as well and we are joined by a guest panelist Nik's wife Jockey Betty Jo Goodwin.
2024-04-3035 min
Bandkind®Michael W Smith talks with BandkindBandkind catches up with Michael W Smith about his Forever Tour, his new EP Worthy Is The Lamb and the writing of its new song "Crimson Dust" featured on the Bandkind On The Air Easter Radio Special. We also revisit history in a remake of Place In This World with for KING & COUNTRY and remember a historic showcase with Larry Norman.
2024-03-2614 min
The Victory DegreeAdam Breneman ON: Playing at Penn State, Greatest Tight End of All Time & Lessons Learned from Jared Goff, Michael Penix & MOREIn this episode of The Victory Degree, Nik sits down with Adam Breneman: a former Penn State Tight End turned entrepreneur and podcast host. Adam discusses his relationship with football, the decision to join Penn State, how difficult it really is to be a good sports broadcaster, and lessons learned from some of his top podcast guests (Jersey Jerry, RGII, Will Compton, etc.). Adam also gives the audience a masterclass on how to play the tight end position which includes insights the average fan may not realize. As with every interview, the episode ends with Adam's life advice.
2024-03-0751 min
DadcastMichael Merrill - Dadcast #131Michael Merrill is an avid bow hunter, family man and fitness guy! Join us for this fun and entertaining episode of Dadcast! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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2024-02-0950 min
In Wheel Time Podcast: Your Go-To Automotive Talk ShowOperation Frodo: Cars, Canines, and the Road to Rescue during the Holidays with Nik MilesWhen Nik Miles joined us on the podcast, we found ourselves swimming in stories that span from the heartland of America to the scenic West Coast, illustrating how cars and canines can weave together a tapestry of hope. Our journey through Operation Frodo unveils a Christmas narrative that's sure to warm your heart, highlighting the collaborative efforts of Animal Rescue Rigs, volunteers, fellow journalists, and the automotive industry. We dive into the emotional cross-country mission of transporting Beagles, who are often left behind after hunting season, to their forever homes. This episode is a testament to the generosity and...
2023-12-2930 min
Bitcoin, Fiat & Rock'n'RollBuchbesprechung „Layered Money“ von Nik BhatiaVon Gold und US-Dollar zu Bitcoin und Digitalen Zentralbankwährungen
Im Zentrum der heutigen Buchbesprechung von Alexander Bechtel steht das Buch „Layered Money“ von Nik Bhatia. Das Buch untersucht die Entwicklung des Geldes von der Verwendung von Gold als Basis für Währungen über die Einführung von nationalen Währungen wie dem US-Dollar bis hin zu Bitcoin und digitalen Währungen wie Stablecoins und digitalen Zentralbankwährungen.
Dabei liegt – wie der Titel des Buches bereits impliziert – ein besonderes Augenmerk auf den Layern (Schichten) unseres Geldsystems von Gold als Basisschicht bis hin zu Zentralbankreserven und Buchgeld von Banken als höhere Schic...
2023-07-2312 min
The WatchWell Podcast027: Michael Knowles and Fr. ReehillSend us a textAs we review Michael Knowles and Fr. Dan Reehill, we discuss some of the differences between Protestant and Catholic belief systems and where catholics fall short of the Biblical account. We then dive into the discussion between these two men and offer some Christian perspective on the topics they cover.Who’s it for: People who watch movies and take their Christian faith seriously.The WatchWell Podcast presented by Parker Brown Cinematography is a Christian movie review podcast that discusses false or incoherent worldviews in...
2023-05-191h 29
CHURN FMEP 192 | Nik Mijic (Matik) - How to effectively communicate your value to increase retentionToday on the show we have Nik Mijic, Co-founder and CEO of Matik. In this episode, we discussed the importance of effectively communicating the value you deliver to customers and how to build an ROI calculator. We also ran through an example of setting up a monthly review with your customers, the data sources to include, and how to set it all up. As usual, I'm excited you think of this episode and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you.Churn FM is sponsored by Vitally, the...
2023-04-1227 min
Beyond Beauty With Nik Toth14: Healing Anxious Attachment And Creating Secure Relationships | Cassandra MichaelDo you often worry about your partner's feelings towards you, even when they have expressed their love and commitment to you?Feel like you need constant reassurance to feel secure in a relationship?Or do you tend to overanalyze your partner's actions in a negative way, even when they may not be intended that way?In this episode an Intuitive Trauma Healer and Relationship Coach, Cassandra Michael shares valuable insights on how attachment wounds can be the culprit behind unhealthy relationship dynamics relationships.
2023-04-0334 min
Typisch WasserburgFolge 23: Anett Segerer & Nik Mayr - Theater WasserburgDer Tod von Theaterleiter Uwe Bertram im vergangenen November war mit Sicherheit die größte Zäsur der letzten 20 Jahre in der Geschichte des Theater Wasserburg. Seit 2003 gibt es das Haus (zuvor: Theater Belacqua) als professionelles Privattheater und bietet ganzjährig Programm in den Sparten Schauspiel, Musiktheater, Tanz sowie Kinder- & Jugendtheater. Ergänzend dazu gibt es Lesungen.
Den Januar nutzte das zehnköpfige Stammensemble dazu, sich zu sammeln und neu zu sortieren, um nun ab dem Februar 2023 das Haus im Sinne Uwe Bertrams weiterzuführen.
Regisseur und Schauspieler Nik Mayr hat Religions- und Theaterwissenschaften studiert und lei...
2023-02-0438 min
Small Business CelebrationEpisode #203, Nik Palla, Technical Spray Services (Choosing Between Commerical Vs Residential)Nik Palla, owner of Technical Spray Services, guides us on planning for training, how to not get overextended, choosing between commercial vs residential, and...something that solar and oil both need?
00:00 Introduction
00:49 Venturing Out To A Business That Impact Tens-Of-Thousands Of People
07:18 Remembering Not To Forget When It Comes To Training
14:09 Overextension Prevention
21:30 Final Thoughts: Battling Shiny Object Syndrome
23:07 Credits
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2022-11-0623 min
Bandkind®Michael Tait talks with BandkindMichael Tait talks with Bandkind about hard family roots, touring the new album Stand and why that word is important to him personally.
2022-09-2607 min
Dubbecast - Der PfalzweinpodcastFolge 35 - Hiwwe wie Driwwe - Pfalz abroad (Teil 1) mit Dr. Michael WernerWarum man nach Pennsylvania reisen muss, um die Pfalz zu verstehen.
In Folge 35 tauchen wir ein in die Welt der Nachfahren Pfälzischer Auswander*innen aus dem 18. Jahrhundert, die noch heute in Pennsylvania Pfälzisch sprechen und Pfalzkultur leben.
Dr. Michael Werner, der fließend pfälzisch und pennsylvanisch-Deitsch spricht, nimmt uns mit auf eine Reise durch 300 Jahre pfälzisch-amerikanische Geschichte. Er ist Herausgeber der Zeitschrift “Hiwwe wie Driwwe”, die seit über zwei Jahrzehnten in pennsylanisch-Deitscher Sprache erscheint und ein echter Experte, wenn es um Pfälzische Kultur in Amerika geht.
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2022-09-0958 minWhiskey & Cigarettes ConversationsInterview With Michael Coleman (See Your Shadow Songwriting)DJ Nik sits down with Michael Coleman to discuss his music and more!!!
For more information about Michael : www.seeyourshadow.com
Find us here : www.whiskeyandcigarettesshow.com
2022-08-1520 min
Killer KushEpisode 40: Michael Malloy Welcome to Killer Kush: A Recreational Podcast about Killers, Caspers, & Cryptids hosted by Nik LaMaack & Katie Luchtenburg.This week Katie and K.C. tell a story about a group of guys in a bar in New York who decide to kill a mother fcker for money. The mother fcker lived happily ever after, and they did not. Nah jk he died too. (p.s. we have not received the second mic, so please do not hate message us if the sound quality is not as good this week aGAIN OKAY LIFE IS HARD.) Big s/o to...
2022-05-1352 min
Autotelefon – Der Podcast über Autos.Ferngespräch mit Robert Lešnik, Leiter Exterieurdesign Mercedes-BenzVon Pforzheimer Proportionen bis zu sinnlicher Klarheit und darüber hinaus ;)
#183 – Welche drei Teile des Exterieurdesigns haben der Typ W 460 und der Typ W 463 Mopf gemeinsam? – Eines der schwersten Autotelefon-Autorätsel der jüngeren Automobilgeschichte wird nur mit Mühe und unter Mithilfe des Rätselgebers gelöst. Wir freuen uns heute über einen ganz besonderen Gesprächsgast: Robert Lešnik, seines Zeichens Leiter des Exterieurdesigns bei Mercedes-Benz. Als wir ihn kürzlich in einer abgedunkelten Frankfurter Messehalle am EQS SUV getroffen hatten, sagte uns der Designer spontan eine Autotelefon-Episode zu. Mitten im Umbruch der Automobilindustrie haben wir natürlich viele Fra...
2022-05-041h 02
Our Auto ExpertA Behind The Scenes Look At The Cadillac Lyriq, Andy’s Top 5, and Checking In With Michael Caudill! - 4-23-2022On this rendition of Ourautoexpert.com the radio show/podcast:
We speak with Katie Minter - product and brand manager for the new electric Cadillac Lyriq. And how Cadillac will be entering the Era of electrification.
OAE staff member Javier Mota tells us all about the latest with Land Rover and Range Rover, as he was able to spend some quality time with these two powerhouses.
OAE AutoAndy Automatic Andy's top 5 (he's got so much to say we had to let him do two this episode) he tells us why you should buy the 2022 Audi Q5 sportback and th...
2022-04-281h 23
Ministry Deep Dive#94 | Misconceptions of Persecution & Pain in Contemporary Christianity, Pt 2 | Nik RipkenThe paramount issue addressed in this discussion is the alarming absence of paternal figures within Western church life, particularly regarding their role in leading family worship within the home. Travis Michael Fleming and Nik Ripken engage in a profound dialogue that underscores the necessity for fathers to embrace their spiritual leadership, as this is deemed the most critical element missing from contemporary Christian practice. They explore the implications of modernity, including the incessant busyness that permeates our lives, which often detracts from meaningful familial connections and the nurturing of faith. Moreover, the conversation highlights the significance of hospitality and...
2022-03-1846 minMinistry Deep Dive#93 | Misconceptions of Persecution & Pain in Contemporary Christianity, Pt 1 | Nik RipkenTravis Michael Fleming and Nik Ripken engage in a profound discourse on the pressing topic of persecution within the Christian faith, aptly encapsulated by the notion of "the Insanity of Obedience." The primary thesis presented posits that the manner in which individuals respond to persecution is critical, particularly in contexts where the stakes are life and death, as evidenced by the harrowing experiences of believers in Somalia. They emphasize the necessity of understanding the cultural and contextual dynamics at play, advocating for a nuanced approach that prioritizes relationships and a deep comprehension of local realities over simplistic or Western-centric...
2022-03-1852 min
Nik Loniuk @ House Music PodcastsNik Loniuk @ House Rhythms Matter 04 podcastTracklist:
1. Dzialach - I'm Not Your Lady (Extended Mix)
2. Joseph Sinatra - I Begin to Wonder (DJ Kone & Marc Palacios Extended Remix)
3. Leftwing : Kody feat. HËXĖ - Gold (Extended Mix)
4. Vintage Culture, Elise LeGrow - It Is What It Is (feat. Elise LeGrow) (Club Mix)
5. MAXI MERAKI - Way Too Long (Extended Mix)
6. Luca Debonaire, Maickel Telussa - Turn It Around Baby
7. Wayward Brothers, Italo Vieira - Diamond (Original Mix)
8. Kevin Andrews, Flaunt-It - Make The World (Original Mix)
9. Kideko, Saffron Stone - The Music (Extended Mix)
10. Klubbheads - Turn Up The Bass (Jamie Hughes Remix)
11. Ante Perry, Moonbootica...
2022-01-081h 03Ministry Deep Dive#71 | The Insanity of God, Pt. 3 | Nik RipkenThe harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few. There are people ready to come to faith, but there aren't people who are willing to open up their homes, be vulnerable, and live an authentic life of faith in front of them. Are you? Travis and Nik delve into ministering in our modern culture are not often as hard as we make it. It is rather simple but requires a certain degree of time and vulnerability. They discuss households coming to faith, the lost (but certainly re-discoverable) art of hospitality, listening to people, and more importantly to...
2021-10-0857 minMinistry Deep Dive#70 | The Insanity of God, Pt. 2 | Nik RipkenTravis & Nik continue their conversation with the persecuted church and our contemporary witness in the West. Nik shows us that it's at the point of witness that we identify with the persecuted or the persecutor. If we witness, we may well be persecuted, if we do not witness, we may never suffer. They also discuss modern western Christians' lack of desire to send children to the mission field, and how pagan parents bless their children who desire to be missionaries more than believing parents. Additionally, they discuss Black Hawk Down, snow-plow parenting, modern-day Judas's, identifying with brothers...
2021-10-0155 minMinistry Deep Dive#69 | The Insanity of God, Pt. 1 | Nik RipkenIs the blood of the martyrs really the seed of the church? Join Travis and special guest Nik Ripken as they talk about all things Kentucky, family, the persecuted church, and Nik's book, The Insanity of Obedience. Growing up in Kentucky, obeying Christ's call to go to the nations, Nik & Ruth Ripken went to Malawi, South Africa, and Kenya. Sensing God's call to work among the Somalians, they did-and found themselves facing unfiltered evil, unimaginable family pain, and friends' martyrdom. They discovered lessons of faith from brothers and sisters in persecution that challenge, encourage, and...
2021-09-2452 min
Business Owners Smashing It OnlineHow Human Marketing Will Grow Your Business Faster Than Any Other Form Of Marketing You Do GUARANTEED with Michael GriffithsMost small business owners struggle to generate consistent referrals and build meaningful relationships that lead to sales. In this session, Michael Griffiths shares how to create clarity, consistency, and charisma in your referral and content strategy so you can grow your business without chasing leads.Join our free live training every Tuesday from 6–7:30pm AEST👉 Register here: https://ezyurl.co/bosioWhat You’ll Learn:How to position your business as the go-to choice through referralsA framework for creating consistent, relationship-driven outreachWhy charisma and personality matter in buildin...
2021-08-1759 minWhiskey & Cigarettes ConversationsInterview With John Michael MontgomeryDJ Nik sits down with John Michael Montgomery to discuss his music and more!!!
For more information about John : www.Johnmichael.com
Find us here : www.whiskeyandcigarettesshow.com
2021-07-2115 min
A guade Mischung - The Dance PodcastS1E18 Tanzen braucht einfach Zeit mit Michael und Julia KAUFMANNKlischées vs. Realität, Führung vs. Partnering, Basic vs. offene Programme ... das und vieles mehr bequatschen wir in dieser Folge mit Michael und Julia KAUFMANN vom UTSC Dance Unity aus Graz.Hosts:Felix BRAND, IG: @fxbdNiki KLEEMANN, IG: @nikikleGäste: Michael und Julia KAUFMANN Ihr Club, UTSC Dance Unity, IG: @utscdanceunityFällt dir noch etwas zu unserem Gespräch ein ODER hast du Themenvorschläge für weitere Folgen? Dann schreib uns unter aguademischung@gmail.com ODER via Instagram/Facebook. Bis zum nächsten Mal...
2021-06-1236 min
Katy From The CryptEpisode 57-Halloween 4: The Return of Michael MyersWe’re bone-deep into May the 4th Movie of a Franchise with Halloween 4: The Return of Michael Myers. A first of the show, neither Katy nor Nik has seen this movie! Will it blow their minds? Is it a total dud? Do they spend the first 10 minutes praising the brilliance of Hayao Miyazaki? You … Continue reading Episode 57-Halloween 4: The Return of Michael Myers →
2021-05-2029 min
Nik Loniuk @ House Music PodcastsNik Loniuk @ House Rhythms Matter 01 podcastTracklist:
1. Andrey Exx, D'Vision - Dream to This (Original Mix)
2. Ben Rainey, Michael Walls - Keep The Fire Burning (Club Mix)
3. Blvckr, Levi Smith - All Night Long (Original Mix)
4. CASSIMM - I Got A Woman (Extended Mix)
5. Cesare Caccia - Move Your Body (Extended Mix)
6. DJ Blackstone - Somebody To Love (Stev Dive Extended Remix)
7. Dead As Disko & Richard Grey feat. Emma Lanford - Sunshine And Happiness (Extended Mix)
8. Donaccia & Jason Rivas - Rockin (Extended Mix)
9. Gettoblaster, Missy - H O U S E (Original Mix)
10. Hola! - Keep This Fire Burning (Nancie Extended Remix)
11. Jamelia - Superstar (Ste...
2021-05-041h 01A guade Mischung - The Dance PodcastS1E6 Gratwanderung mit Michael und Julia KAUFMANNIn unserer 6.Folge sprechen wir mit Michael und Julia KAUFMANN über die Vereinbarkeit von Tanzen und Beruf, den Aufbau des größten Tanzsportclubs in der Steiermark und verschiedene Rollen als Ehepartner, Trainer/Tänzerin und Klubleitung.Hosts:Felix BRAND, IG: @fxbdNiki KLEEMANN, IG: @nikikleGäste:Michael und Julia KAUFMANNIhr Club, UTSC Dance Unity, IG: @utscdanceunityFällt dir noch etwas zu unserem Gespräch ein ODER hast du Themenvorschläge für weitere Folgen? Dann schreib uns unter aguademischung@gmail.com ODER via Instagram/Facebook. Bis zum nächs...
2021-03-1336 min
LebonpodcastLEBONPODCAST - Premières Impressions #4 - Dangerous - Michael JacksonBonjour à toutes et à tous je suis Nik Lebondil, vous écoutez LEBONPODCAST et aujourd'hui on s’intéresse au King 👑 Bienvenue dans cette quatrième émission de la rubrique « Premières Impressions » 📀 On continue notre voyage à la découverte de pochettes légendaires avec celle de « Dangerous » le 8ème album de Michael JacksonCe podcast vous est proposé par le G 🤝Pas d’émissions la semaine prochaine, on vous retrouve en janvier, avec pleins d’idée de projets qui on l’espère verront le jours. D’ici là passez de bonne fête de fin d’années, faites attention à vous et à vos proches.
2020-12-2009 min
The Department of Metal AntiquitiesIt's Hard To Win At Blackjack (Featuring Michael Bolton and Bruce Kulick)After coming off of the Meat Loaf Tour, the Kulick Brothers had a chance to do a couple shows with Michael Bolton, then Bolotin. This ended up becoming an idea to form a band. Bob Kulick decided to pass, but Bruce Kulick said yes.
A rhythm section was put together and before they knew it, they were signed to a label and their first album was released. Here it is in all its glory. The eponymous debut of Blackjack.
Did they beat the house or did they bust?
Double down with us and...
2020-12-1747 min