Show synopsis: Welcome to "The Art and Science of Difficult Conversations," the podcast that takes you on a transformative journey through the world of interpersonal communication. Join us as we explore the delicate dance of dialogue, where we roleplay various scenarios, dissect how not to handle difficult conversations, and provide expert guidance on how to navigate them with finesse. In each episode, we'll dive into real-life situations, from workplace conflicts to personal disputes, and showcase the pitfalls of miscommunication. We will demonstrate how not to approach these challenges, illustrating common mistakes we all make. Learn with us as we uncover the strategies, techniques, and insights that empower you to approach difficult conversations with confidence and compassion. Tune in to "The Art and Science of Difficult Conversations" and transform your interactions for the better. Because when we communicate better, we live better.

Show Notes:

Is it possible to conduct layoffs in a way that’s respectful and compassionate?

According to Summer, there definitely is. In this week’s episode, Lucie and Chris interview Summer Miller, an HR consultant who’s focused on helping business navigate people-centered change. Through both her own personal experience and her work, she helps us understand: - Why the layoff conversations often seems too scripted and impersonal - How to manage risk while still being human - The importance of transparency and treating employees like grown ups - How to think about supporting employees through the transition - How to manage your own emotions if you’re the one delivering the bad news Dr. Summer Miller is the CEO of SDM Integrative Consulting, where she helps businesses navigate change and growth without leaving people behind. Her approach is to help leaders integrate people-centered practices so their employees want to be part of the future they are building. As an advisor, educator, speaker, and facilitator, Summer works with people to build the capabilities needed for long-term success. She brings over 25 years of experience, including executive positions in HR, change, and transformation at U.S. Bank, and more recent work with small to mid-market businesses. Summer holds a doctorate in organizational leadership and a master’s in organizational and professional communication. She is an educator at heart and teaches master’s courses through the University of Minnesota and the University of Denver. She also serves on the boards of Joy Collaborative, How To Be Second, and American Indian OIC. She and her husband Jason have four school-age and three adult children and enjoy spending time creating community and connection as newer Minnesotans.

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Contact Summer: Linkedin – https://www.linkedin.com/in/summermiller/ Website – https://www.sdmintegrativeconsulting.com

Contact Chris and Lucie Check out the Mastering Difficult Conversations Course https://myleadershippotential.com/master-difficult-conversations-how-to/ Instagram - http://www.instagram.com/tas.difficultconvos YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TAS.difficultconversations Email – tas.difficultconversations@gmail.com Chris – www.linkedin.com/in/chriswonglmhc Lucie – www.linkedin.com/in/lucietesarova

In this episode of Backwards Beats, Dan and Carl dive into Bonnie Raitt’s Nick of Time, a landmark album that was her breakthrough after years in the industry. They explore the album’s unique blend of blues, country, folk, and soft rock, discuss the impact of its production, and highlight some of its most compelling musical moments. Along the way, they touch on Bonnie Raitt’s career resilience, her Scottish ancestry (including a chilling ghost story), and her influence on modern Americana.

Key Points

• Bonnie Raitt’s Career Arc – How *Nick of Time marked her mainstream breakthrough after a decade of persistence.
• *Production & Sound – The album features three distinct production styles, from polished soft rock to raw, intimate blues.
• Musical Deep Dives* – Dan breaks down the harmonic sophistication of the title track and how the arrangement reinforces the song’s storytelling.
• The Mystery of the 500 List – Dan and Carl debate why Nick of Time made Rolling Stone’s 500 Greatest Albums list, while Luck of the Draw, her more commercially successful follow-up, did not.

Debora Harry singing Duke Ellington's Prelude to a Kiss

Annie Lennox singing Cole Porter's Every Time We Say Goodbye

Music Referenced

• Luck of the Draw by Bonnie Raitt
• Fleetwood Mac
• Music by 311
• Homebrew by 311
• 311 (The Blue Album) by 311
• Down by 311
• All Mixed Up by 311
• Stop This Train by John Mayer
• Shania Twain
• I Can't Go for That by Daryl Hall & John Oates
• Take Me to the River by Talking Heads
• Werewolves of London by Warren Zevon
• All Summer Long by Kid Rock
• Brothers in Arms by Dire Straits
• David Crosby
• Graham Nash
• Family Dinner - Volume 1 by Snarky Puppy
• Family Dinner - Volume 2 by Snarky Puppy
• Something by Snarky Puppy
• Lalah Hathaway
• On the Road Again by Willie Nelson
• Turn the Page by Bob Seger
• Turn the Page by Metallica
• Herbie Hancock
• Prelude to a Kiss by Duke Ellington
• Walking on Broken Glass by Annie Lennox
• Here Comes the Rain Again by The Eurythmics
• Sting
• Jacob Collier

In April 1977, three teenagers in the quiet town of Dover, Massachusetts reported seeing something… unnatural. Pale, hairless, with glowing eyes and a head too big for its body. The creature would later be known as the Dover Demon. But what exactly did they see?

In this episode of Paranormal Directive 13, we dig deep into one of New England’s weirdest cryptid encounters. Was it an alien? A government experiment? A local hoax that got out of hand? Or something stranger that still lurks in the woods today?

Join us as we unravel witness testimonies, sift through local lore, and try to make sense of a mystery that’s remained unsolved for nearly 50 years.

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