There comes a time when you realize the very thing you built no longer feels right, and it takes courage to pivot into what truly lights you up. Michelle Thames knows this journey well. She went from being fired from her healthcare job to becoming a visibility strategist, award-winning podcaster, and CEO helping women get seen and paid for their gifts. Michelle has a gift for keeping it real. She talks about the paradox of social media, how to use it as a tool without letting it take over you...

Send us a textn Episode 19 of Both Sides of the Check, we sit down with entrepreneur Shalimar Banks to talk about walking away from the 9-to-5 and fully investing in yourself. Shalimar shares how “crazy faith,” consistency, and passion have guided her through entrepreneurship—and why chasing money will never be enough.In this episode, we explore:Why “crazy faith” gave Shalimar the confidence to never go back to a job 🙌The importance of investing in yourself and staying consistent 💼How passion—not

Ever wonder why consumers don't trust businesses anymore? It might be because too many companies have crossed the line from persuasion into manipulation – and people can feel the difference.In this eye-opening episode, host Karl Pontau sits down with Dr. Christopher Phelps, entrepreneur, dentist, and Amazon bestselling author, to explore the powerful distinction between ethical influence and sneaky manipulation tactics.What You'll Discover:The "Cat and Mice" principle – why forced compliance

What happens when your travel plans get flipped upside down by a very determined little cat? In this episode, I sat down with Beth Mills and Robey NeJame, a sweet and adventurous couple I first connected with through our Teton Valley community. What started as a two-year road trip with their cats turned into an unforgettable story filled with love, loss, and the incredible kindness of strangers. Just days before they were scheduled to leave Idaho, their cat Angel slipped out and disappeared i...

Send us a text What if your next level wasn’t about doing more — but about creating space to be more? In this conversation with Sissela, we explore the art of building a business and life that reflect not only your skill, but your values, vision, and pace. From refining your offer to structuring your days, she shares how intentional choices can lead to more freedom, more impact, and more fulfillment. Inside, we talk about: Designing your business around your life, not the other way aroundFind...

Our story tonight is called Autumn at the Inn, Part One, and it’s a story written for all of you who have ever dreamt of taking a little trip to the Village of Nothing Much. It’s about a faded business card passed from friend to friend, an address of an Inn on a lake far away, geese flying overhead, a black cat, rustling leaves and the start of an adventure taken when it is needed most. Subscribe to our Premium channel. The first month is on us. 💙 Moonbird: Listeners can get 15% off

We speak with Dirk Schmelzer, Partner at Plenum Investments in Zurich. Dirk has spent more than 15 years managing catastrophe bond and insurance-linked securities funds, and he brings a practitioner’s perspective on how catastrophe models are actually used in portfolio management and investment decisions.We’ll explore how models have evolved, where they still fall short, and how issues like climate change and artificial intelligence are reshaping the conversation.

summaryIn this conversation, Clayton Payne and Sam discuss the recent leadership changes at Pets at Home, the challenges facing the retail pet industry, and the need for innovation and better product offerings. They explore the competitive landscape, including the rise of online retailers and supermarkets, and the implications of Pets at Home's middle-market strategy. The discussion highlights the opportunities in the cooked food market and critiques the corporate mindset that may be stifling

In this special episode of The Alternative Property Management Show, Cat Dearlove the Event Maestro that brings The PMC to life, and David Faulkner sit down to dig deeper into why David has been SO passionate about Property Management for more than two decades.As a larger-than-life personality with big dreams and a vision for the industry's future, get to know David on a more personal level in this special episode of The Alternative Property Management Show.

Special Feature Bonus EpisodeThis one is for the creators! Forward this to your team member who manages your marketing, social media and/or community.📺 Watch the full show at www.BraveIdeas.mediaContent is the best way to differentiate your brand isIn this conversation, Brave Corp CEO, Caleb Parker, chats with Cat Johnson to get the details behind the Coworking Creators Summit 2025.(Scroll down for event details)This Special FeatureIn this conversation Caleb asks Cat to go behind the scenes, from

Send us a textSometimes growth feels amazing… until you realize not everyone can (or will) grow with you.In this episode of Both Sides of the Check, Ms Cat and LiShon get candid about the emotional side of leveling up in business—outgrowing your team without burning bridges, and the very real survivor’s guilt that comes with it.From hard conversations to bittersweet goodbyes, we unpack how to move forward while honoring the relationships that got you here.Support the show💥 Thanks for rocking with

Automation is no longer just a tool — it’s becoming the operating system of marketing. In this episode of Hard Refresh, host Andrés López-Varela is joined by Kirsty O’Connell (Senior Account Director, equ.) and Sophie Winter (National Manager, Content & Communities, Australian Wildlife Conservancy) to debate the promises and pitfalls of automation. From Meta’s AI gone wrong with a feral cat campaign for the Australian Wildlife Conservancy to the risks of handing brand safety over to

Wine Country's Mira Honeycutt explores the fascinating world of chillable reds. Then Celeste Geary's guests from the Cal Poly Cat Program share unexpected insights about cat adoption and finding a good, furry match. Lastly, we'll revisit a favorite conversation from January 2025 when San Luis Obispo County Poet Laureate Caleb Nichols interviewed California Poet Laureate Lee Herrick.

Cat Brown is the lead designer and founder of Earth & Thorn, a nature atelier redefining luxury through biophilic artistry. Rooted in the timeless beauty of the Ozarks and inspired by the elegance of international florals, Cat blends seasonal, locally grown blooms with rare, exquisite stems sourced from around the world. Her work is known for its soulful expression, artful curations and immersive experiences that invite connection to nature. With an eye for detail and a passion for storyt...

Send us a text When Kristina and Brian Vermeer found themselves hiding an unsightly cat tree every time guests came over, they knew there had to be a better solution. Their stroke of genius came when they merged their love of art with their cats' need for vertical space, creating wall-mounted frames that cats naturally love to inhabit. "Frame Your Feline was born from a problem that plagues cat parents everywhere – traditional cat trees are functional but frankly, they're eyesores," explains...

Send us a text Alex, Hannah, AND Cat discuss the nuances of working with luxury brands in the creative industry, particularly as event calligraphers. Booking that household name can be a huge business milestone! AND there are some factors you may want to consider before working with your next luxury brand. Do the values align? What’s the pay rate? The payment terms are what now?! You want me to sign a who what? As always, there are pros and cons to each side of the conversation, helping you d...

Some days it feels like the world is coming at us faster than we can breathe. The screens, the noise, the pressure to keep up. It can leave us overwhelmed and disconnected from what really matters. What if the discomfort we try so hard to avoid is actually where the healing begins? That is exactly what I explored with Yarona Boster. She is an advanced certified life coach, TEDx speaker, bestselling author, and the daughter of a Holocaust survivor whose story of loss and resilience has shaped ...

Send us a text Some transformations are born in quiet moments. Others are forged in fire. In this conversation with Stef Graston, we go far beyond the highlight reel of running a photography business. Stef shares her journey from building success in a small Colorado town, to starting over in Charlotte, NC — and facing setbacks that would make most people walk away. From losing her studio to navigating the raw grief of miscarriage, Stef’s story is one of resilience, self-discovery, and turning...

Today on The Topping Show Matt Walsh on Trump cracking down on DC’s homelessness, UK Police to arrest men for cat calling, DC chief unable to define chain of commend has DEI hire trending, City run grocery store shut down after wasting millions on it, EPA says Trucks can lay off DEF limping, Ford says it will make a modular EV for all platforms, and Ford recalls more of their trucks, all that and much more on the Topping Show.The Topping Show is sponsored by Topping Technologies & ExpressVPN