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Political commentator exposes the extent of anti-White racism in new bestselling book

“At 30,000 feet, who wants an affirmative action pilot sitting in the cockpit?”
—    Ed Brodow, political commentator and bestselling author

 

 

MONTEREY, Calif. — Bestselling author and conservative political commentator Ed Brodow argues that White people are victimized by racism and entitled to government protection as much as any other group in his new, No. 1 Amazon Best Seller, The War on Whites.

 

Making his case for the reverse discrimination consequences of antidiscrimination measures, Brodow said, “Discrimination against whites is just as bad as discrimination against blacks or anyone else. Racism in any form is unacceptable.”

 

Advocating for a value system that prioritizes judging people based on the quality of their character instead of the color of their skin, Brodow takes a deep dive into the unintended divisive outcomes of the push for diversity.

 

“Under the widely accepted version of diversity, whites are demonized as oppressors and blacks are disempowered by being told they are helpless, oppressed victims,” Brodow said.

 

“Both contribute to the social disintegration of America.”

 

Some of the topics Brodow explores in his book include:

• Racism/discrimination against whites
• Systemic racism and white supremacy
• Diversity trainings
• Diversity vs. meritocracy
• The educational system
• Affirmative action
• Black Lives Matter
• Critical Race Theory
• Joe Biden’s presidency

 

Brodow argues that systemic racism and white supremacy no longer exist thanks to the changes that have occurred in the last 60 years. His arguments are supported by the opinions of leading African-American thinkers, including Thomas Sowell, Shelby Steele, Bob Woodson, Candace Owens, Larry Elder and John McWhorter.

 

“The War on Whites is a must-read for anyone concerned about the future of America,” Brodow said.

 

“You cannot say in the same breath that giving preference to white males is racist and sexist, but giving preference to minorities and women is not. It has to work both ways. We should be able to accommodate the rights of our minorities without depriving the majority of theirs.”

 

About the Author
Ed Brodow is a conservative political commentator, negotiation expert and bestselling author of 10 books, including the No. 1 Amazon Best Seller, America on its Knees: The Cost of Replacing Trump with Biden, and the business classic, Negotiation Boot Camp: How to Resolve Conflict, Satisfy Customers, and Make Better Deals. His new book, also a  No. 1 Amazon Best Seller, is The War on Whites: How Hating White People Became the New National Sport. He has contributed more than 250 articles as a columnist for American Thinker, Newsmax, BizPacReview, Human Events, Townhall, Daily Caller and other media outlets. An internationally recognized television personality, Brodow has appeared on ABC National News, Fox News, GBNews-UK, Inside Edition, CBS, Fortune Business Report and PBS. He is a former U.S. Marine lieutenant, Fortune 500 sales executive and Hollywood movie actor with starring and supporting roles opposite Jessica Lange, Ron Howard and Christopher Reeve.

 

For more information, visit www.edbrodowpolitics.com, or follow him on LinkedIn and Twitter at edbrodow, or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/edbrodowpolitics/.

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Mercer County Park Commission takes nature-based approach to new parking lot

‘Green infrastructure’ gentler on environment, mitigates runoff

A rolling stone gathers no moss.

But rolling stormwater, called stormwater runoff, can gather much worse than moss, including trash, oil, sediment and other troublesome pollutants. And to make matters worse, without the proper infrastructure, the debris often goes straight into our lakes, streams and rivers.

With this in mind, the Mercer County Park Commission found an opportunity to do its part in mitigating the effects of stormwater runoff by designing “green infrastructure” into a parking lot repaving project at John A. Roebling Memorial Parkin Hamilton. The park is home to the Tulpehaking Nature Center, which houses the Park Commission’s Environmental Education Department.

“As the Park Commission and Mercer County invest in improvements to our park system, we strive to do so in an environmentally conscious way,” said Park Commission Executive Director Aaron T. Watson. “We know that as stewards of over 10,000 acres of open space in the county, our decisions should improve both the quality of life for residents and the environment as a whole.”

Roebling Park is located within the 3,000-acre Abbott Marshlands, the northernmost freshwater tidal marsh in the Delaware River watershed. The stormwater from its parking lot drains directly into Spring Lake and the park’s surrounding freshwater tidal marsh.

 

The Abbott Marshlands attracts rare wildlife such as river otter, American eel, and bald eagle. It is also an important stopover for migratory birds along the Atlantic flyway. Unmanaged stormwater runoff can negatively impact water quality and the local ecosystem, create harmful algal blooms, and increase the possibility of flooding.

The stormwater runoff has also eroded portions of the existing parking lot and has made Spring Lake less appealing for fishing and boating.

 

Improvements at the Spring Lake access area are scheduled to begin in early September.

The plan includes several rain gardens, a green infrastructure option that is both beautiful and effective in form and function. Rain gardens not only absorb rainwater, but they also filter out pollutants and provide food and shelter for local wildlife. More importantly, the rain gardens at the Spring Lake parking lot will capture stormwater runoff before it flows into the lake.

Access to Roebling Park from Sewell Avenue in Hamilton will be temporarily closed to the public during construction, but will be reopened when the project is complete.

Various native shrubs, grasses and perennial wildflowers will be planted in the garden, including northern bayberry, swamp milkweed, and woodland phlox. The colorful blooms amongst the grasses will add to the visual appeal of the garden for both people and pollinators.

This is a pilot project, which is being funded through the Mercer County Open Space Trust Fund. The results will inform plans for future upgrades at other park facilities, as the Mercer County Park Commission continues to effectively steward its numerous parks and recreation facilities.

For more information on rain gardens and how you could make your own, go to http://water.rutgers.edu/Rain_Gardens/RGWebsite/rginfo.html

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Treats for Halloween, Thanksgiving & holiday snack calendars to be a hit

Top treat for Halloween parties: Sugar Plum Halloween Boo Box

 

 

Boo! Surprise someone with Sugar Plum’s Halloween Boo Box, a delicious box of Halloween treats! Chocolate-covered Halloween pretzels, chocolate-covered cookies and graham crackers, caramel popcorn drizzled in chocolate, chocolate-covered pretzel balls, gummy spiders and a white chocolate ghost lollipop…a bootiful collection of sweet and salty goodies all ready for the Halloween season! Retails for $49 at https://www.sugar-plum.com/products/halloween-boo-box

 

 

Must-have treats for thanksgiving

      — Sugar Plum Autumn Assortment Box

 

 

Fall for this delicious box of sweet treats, perfect for crisp, autumn days. Sugar Plum’s Autumn Assortment Box is full of all your favorite chocolate-covered treats and fall flavors, including an Apple Pie Milk Chocolate Bar, Pumpkin Spice Latte White Chocolate Bar, Maple Bourbon Pecans, Pumpkin Spice Almonds, Caramel Corn, Peach Hearts, Milk Chocolate Covered Graham Crackers, and Milk Chocolate Covered Sandwich Cookies with Orange Drizzle. Perfect to snack on while sitting around the fire pit on a brisk fall evening, or to gift to that friend who waits all year for the fall foliage, Sugar Plum’s Autumn Assortment Box is just the collection of treats you need to celebrate the fall season. Retails for $55 at https://www.sugar-plum.com/collections/all-products/products/autumn-assortment-box

 

 

 — Sugar Plum Apple Pie Bark

 

Just like classic apple pie, this deliciously flavored chocolate bark will make you nostalgic for your childhood. Sugar Plum has married mouth-watering, signature chocolate with delectable, organically sourced apple pieces and finely crushed graham crackers. Come take a bite of that sweet-smelling iconic taste of summer with Sugar Plum’s Apple Pie Bark Box. Retails for $35 at https://www.sugar-plum.com/collections/all-products/products/apple-pie-bark-box

 

 

Top Holiday gifts for foodies

 

   — Damn, Man 12 Days of Winter Wonder – Savory Meat Sticks and Nut Medley

 

The countdown begins at the most wonderful time of the year! Damn, Man introduces the 12 Days of Winter Wonder – Savory Meat Sticks and Nut Medley. Each day presents a new snack surprise of either gourmet nuts or savory meat sticks. With 6 tins of delicious, flavored nuts and 6 meat sticks ranging from original to spicy, you’ll get to enjoy a variety of salty and savory snacks, all packaged together in a winter wonderland scene straight from the Alps. You’ll think every day is a holiday with the 12 Days of Winter Wonder – Savory Meat Sticks and Nut Medley!

 

The countdown includes 2 oz. tins of Salted Pistachios, Honey Sea Salt Almonds, Salted Walnuts, Butter Cinnamon Pecans, Cranberry Nut Blend, and Lightly Salted Cashews, as well as 2 Pepper Meat Sticks, 2 Spicy Meat Sticks, and 2 Original Meat Sticks. Retails for $50 at https://dmsnacks.com/

 

 

   — Damn, Man 12 Days of Gourmet Nuts – A Winter Wonderland Selection

 

Inspired by après ski rituals, this calendar is the perfect companion for a cozy and indulgent moment after an exhilarating day of skiing. Picture yourself by the crackling fire, holding a steaming cup of hot chocolate, and savoring a selection of delicious nut snacks. This calendar is designed to provide a healthy and energetic treat, bringing joy and excitement to your après-ski experience, regardless of your beliefs or affiliations. Each day, you’ll unwrap a new nutty surprise, carefully curated to tantalize your taste buds and provide a satisfying crunch.

 

Inside this calendar, you’ll find 2 oz. tins of Salted Pistachios, Honey Sea Salt Almonds, Smoked Almonds, Cranberry Nut Blend, Coconut Curry Peanuts, Salted Cashews, Deluxe Mix, Butter Cinnamon Pecans, Sea Salt Walnuts, Salted Corn Nuts, Tap Room Mix, and Fireside Mix. This variety of premium nuts and delectable additions are sure to be a hit! The calendar retails for $50 at https://dmsnacks.com/

 

 

   — Sugar Plum Chocolate Holiday Bark with Peppermint 

 

‘Tis the season for peppermint and sweet treats! Sugar Plum’s delicious holiday bark with milk and dark chocolate drizzled in white chocolate and sprinkled with peppermint in a festive holiday box is the perfect gift for that special someone. Choose between milk or dark chocolate or buy the set for a little extra holiday spirit! The perfect gift to munch on through the season or to present at the holiday gathering, Holiday Bark with Peppermint will surely bring a little taste of happiness! Retails for $24.95 ea. or $45 for the set at https://www.sugar-plum.com/

 

 

     — Sugar Plum Chocolate Covered Cheer Set

 

With 10 milk chocolate-covered sandwich cookies, 10 chocolate-covered graham crackers, and 10 chocolate-covered pretzels, all complete with white chocolate drizzle, you’ll be sending a chocolaty sweet gift of holiday indulgence, in a festive holiday-themed packaging. These are great to bring to a holiday party or separate them for the perfect stocking stuffers. Comes in a variety of 3 packs, or you can select 3 of the same. Each tube comes with10 chocolate-covered sandwich cookies, 10 chocolate-covered graham crackers, or 10 chocolate-covered pretzels. The set retails for $65 at https://www.sugar-plum.com/

 

 

About Sugar Plum Chocolate

All of Sugar Plum’s delicious gourmet treats are lovingly hand crafted and made from their bakery and kitchen in Kingston, PA by mother and son team Frann and Neil Edley. As they say, food is the ingredient that binds us together. Sugar Plum’s vision has always revolved around being a creative, independent, female owned business. Their focus is to help make a difference in the lives of people by offering high quality and safe products that can be used for employee recognition, client appreciation, weddings, and numerous other events that touch our daily lives.

 

 

About Damn, Man

A mother and son duo, Fran and Neil, started Sugar Plum Chocolates in their small kitchen over 28 years ago. While they originally specialized in traditional chocolates, they soon realized that their customers had a craving for nuts and snacks. By introducing unique nut flavors in creative packaging, more and more nuts were being purchased as gifts for husbands’ birthdays and Father’s Day. And so the conclusion was formed…our customers want manly snacks! As a result, they launched a new company, Damn, Man…Snacks Guys Love. This new venture has been a success, and it’s all thanks to loyal customers like yourself who support small business endeavors.

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College student’s summer job leads to remarkable discovery in Hatchie: Keeper of the Secret

TULEPO, Miss. — Some college students flip burgers during summer breaks; some have internships; and occasionally, one is plunged into an overwhelming flood of historical revelations with biblical implications.

 

In Hatchie: Keeper of the Secret, author Ed “Doc” Holliday tells the story of Patrick, a college student home for the summer helping his grandfather harvest pulpwood in the Hatchie Hills of North Mississippi. Patrick’s plan is to earn a little money to help with college expenses — not to uncover an ancient Native American secret with ties all the way back to King Solomon’s temple in Jerusalem.

 

As Patrick’s discovery is revealed, his world begins to unravel, and an evil force is unleashed that neither Patrick nor his grandfather is prepared to confront. Written to appeal to audiences who enjoy the Indiana Jones and National Treasure films, Hatchie: Keeper of the Secret draws inspiration from true stories of early explorers to North America, like Hernando DeSoto, to build a gripping tale that propels readers to places they never knew existed and introduces them to characters they never could have imagined.

 

Full of mystery and intrigue, Hatchie: Keeper of the Secret is an action-filled adventure that culminates in a surprising ending. The book is the first of a planned seven-part series.

 

“The series revolves around an ancient Chickasaw secret that is tied to Solomon’s temple,” Holliday explained. “That is a large span of time, but the tale is wrapped around the pursuit of world peace and some battles that are almost forgotten to history.”

 

About the Author

Ed “Doc” Holliday is an author and dentist living in Tupelo, Mississippi. He and his wife, Leslie, have four adult children. He enjoys studying history and contemplating solutions to problems in society. He loves reading books, magazines, newspapers and online newsletters dealing with a wide range of topics, including history, science, investing, macroeconomics, entrepreneurships and cryptocurrencies. He enjoys hiking, traveling, and spending time with his family and friends.

 

Holliday has written a Point/Counterpoint column in the Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal for the past 15 years with a friend. He has worked for years in a racial reconciliation group called Mission Mississippi, and he has been active in local and international dental missionary efforts.

 

For more information, visit www.markethatchie.com, or follow the author on Facebook and Instagram at hatchiebooks.

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Daring rescue unfolds moment by heart-pounding moment in escape from Dachau

BOSTON, Mass. — The tragic events of the Holocaust are remembered as some of the darkest moments in human history. As Nazis rummaged through towns and homes, the Jews had one goal: to not be found. Apprehension by the Nazis meant they would be carted off to concentration camps, where their chances of survival were slim to none.

 

Kathe Mueller Slonim tells the remarkable story of the daring rescue mission that helped her father escape from Nazi Germany’s first concentration camp in Escape from Dachau: A True Story of Survival, Courage, and a Daring Escape in the Face of Unthinkable Evil.

 

Before her death in 2021, Slonim documented her family story and memories, including her father being taken to Germany’s first concentration camp when she was a young girl and the daring rescue mission undertaken by her father’s cousin that plays out moment by heart-pounding moment in this book.

 

The book begins with the rich, rarely told history of the Jewish people living in Germanic lands from the Middle Ages through WWII and how that led to the persecution of Jews.

 

All of this sets the stage for the harrowing mission undertaken by former First Reich official Max Immanuel, who climbed into his car in Berlin on a rainy night in December 1938 with one profoundly dangerous goal in mind: to rescue his cousin from Dachau — Nazi Germany’s first concentration camp.

 

Max’s mission was particularly risky and unusual because this former German government official was a Jew himself. Born Imanuel Rosenfeld, Max had changed his name and his religion, living in fear that his truth would be discovered.

 

Torn between his own plans to flee Germany and the chance to save a family member from the clutches of the Nazis, Max makes the excruciating choice to go to Dachau. It is a journey that will require him to risk his life as he passes through one Nazi checkpoint after another, brandishing expired Third Reich papers, claiming that he is a loyal member of the Nazi Party on official business.

 

Brought to life with 30 archival photos, Escape from Dachau pays tribute to the bravery, sacrifice and resilience of those who sought to flee the horrors of Nazi Germany during one of the darkest periods of human history and serves as a dramatic example of how the human spirit can overcome even the worst atrocities.

 

About the Author
Escape from Dachau is the true story of the life of Kathe Mueller Slonim. Prior to her passing in 2021, Slonim wrote down the major events of her life. Her own documentation, along with a brief family history written by her uncle, Julius Falk, together form the backbone of this story.

 

For more information about the book, please visit www.csepublishing.com

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Lofty Goals: Hillary sets her sights on the moon in latest adventure in children’s book series

KILLEEN, Texas — The Adventures of Hillary the Little Ladybug children’s book series weaves a tapestry of experiences designed to intrigue, educate and inspire young readers.

 

Hillary’s exciting escapades have included saving other ladybugs from a praying mantis, meeting Bigfoot, exploring a haunted castle, vacationing in Malibug Beach, going on a nuclear submarine ride, entering a mystery cave and traveling on an alien spaceship into outer space.

 

In the latest book, Hillary Flies to the Moon, Hillary the Little Ladybug is admiring a full red moon when she begins to dream about flying through the night sky.

 

Hillary passes over Ladybug Lake, marvels at the stars and wonders what it would be like to be the first ladybug on the moon. Flying faster than she has ever flown before, she heeds a small voice saying, “Come to me.” Once her feet touch down and she begins exploring, she comes face to face with aliens! A black hole and time/space warping are part of her thrilling journey through outer space, as she unlocks secrets of universal truths.

 

“The mystery and excitement of her adventure will keep you on the edge of your seat,” said author Gary Revel.

 

Co-authored by William Dandurand, Elisabeth Revel and Mary Cohen, the Adventures of Hillary the Little Ladybugseries explores climate change and other topics through stories aimed at young readers. Parents have found the books entertaining as well, especially when they read them to their children.

 

“The Adventures of Hillary the Little Ladybug is in development at Jongleur Pictures LLC for the making of an animated series to be produced by Jeff Olm,” Revel added.

 

“Jeff has been on the film-making team of many top-grossing films over the last 20 years. These include Titanic, The Revenant, Shrek Forever After, Kung Fu Panda, Madagascar 3: Europe’s Most Wanted, Avengers: Age of Ultron, and many more.”

 

For more information about how the Hillary the Little Ladybug series is helping to stop global warming, visit https://mothernaturefestival.live.

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New 2022 data from The Aesthetic Society reveals a surge in nonsurgical procedures, contributing to a 14% overall increase in aesthetic procedures

Findings demonstrate Americans spent over $11.8 billion on aesthetic procedures, up 2% from 2021

 

The Aesthetic Society, the leading authority on aesthetic plastic surgery, has just released its annual Aesthetic Plastic Surgery National Databank report for 2022, highlighting significant trends in the field of aesthetic plastic surgery.

 

The data showcases a remarkable 14% increase in total aesthetic procedures, largely attributed to the soaring popularity of nonsurgical procedures, which witnessed a 23% jump last year. In an unprecedented milestone, the 2022 data was sourced from the same 200 plastic surgery practices across the United States, providing consistent quarterly data between 2019 and 2022.

 

“The landscape of aesthetic plastic surgery is undergoing a transformation as revealed by The Aesthetic Society’s 2022 report,” says Melinda Haws, MD, President of The Aesthetic Society.

 

“With nonsurgical procedures witnessing a surge and surgical procedures still accounting for 70% of revenue, the industry is moving towards a future defined by dynamic trends. This showcases our industry’s ability to embrace innovation and meet evolving patient preferences. As we journey forward, The Aesthetic Society is dedicated to supporting our patients through top-tier member education.”

 

“The 2022 statistics, drawn from 200 U.S. practices is a significant milestone for aesthetic data, offering consistent insights from 2019 to 2022,” explains Dr. Kye Higdon, Communications Commissioner of The Aesthetic Society.

 

“From this data we’re able to understand the trends on the horizon for our specialty and can help shape a future for aesthetics that both drives innovation and empowers our patients.”

 

The report reveals an interesting trajectory for surgical procedures. After experiencing a surge in the second half of 2020 and reaching its peak in the Spring of 2021, 2021’s surgical counts surpassed pre-pandemic levels by an impressive 55%. Although 2022 saw a decline in surgical procedures compared to 2021, the numbers remained a notable 37% above the counts in 2019. This increase was largely fueled by significant gains in body procedures, with liposuction (+63%) and abdominoplasty (+55%) leading the way. Conversely, nonsurgical procedures took some time to recover from the pandemic’s impact, with significant growth observed in the Spring of 2021, possibly reaching their peak in the Spring of 2022.

 

Quarterly data from the report indicates that the number of procedures performed by surgeons has been well-balanced throughout the year, with the Spring season (April – June) emerging as the most popular period for cosmetic enhancements. Approximately 55% of all surgical procedures were conducted in the first half of the year, with this pattern consistent across body and breast procedures, as well as other surgical treatments.

 

The average plastic surgeon performed 252 surgical procedures in 2022, showing a 13% decrease from the 289 procedures conducted in 2021. However, despite this decline, surgical counts remained an impressive 27% higher than the pre-pandemic levels of 198 procedures in 2019. 2022 saw Americans spending over $11.8 billion on aesthetic procedures overall, up 2% from the previous year.

 

Women continued to dominate the demographic of individuals undergoing aesthetic procedures, representing 95% of all procedures. Among surgical procedures, the most popular age group was 51–70-year-olds, accounting for 36% of all surgeries. The 36-50 age group closely followed with 30%, and 17–35-year-olds accounted for 27%. Patients over the age of 70 represented 8% of all surgical procedures.

 

The Aesthetic Society’s latest report offers invaluable insights into the trends shaping the aesthetic industry. Despite the decline in surgical procedures, the overall growth driven by nonsurgical treatments demonstrates the industry’s adaptability and continued evolution.

 

You can obtain a full copy of The Aesthetic Society’s 2022 statistics here.

 

About The Aesthetic Society:

The Aesthetic Society is recognized as the world’s leading organization devoted entirely to aesthetic plastic surgery and cosmetic medicine of the face and body. The Aesthetic Society is comprised of more than 3,000 Active members in North America and internationally; Active Members are certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (USA) or by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and have extensive training in the complete spectrum of surgical and non-surgical aesthetic procedures. International Active Members are certified by equivalent boards of their respective countries. All members worldwide adhere to a strict Code of Ethics and must meet stringent membership requirements. The Aesthetic Society is at the forefront of innovation in aesthetic plastic surgery and cosmetic medicine globally.

 

About the Aesthetic Plastic Surgery National Databank:

The 2022 Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Statistics were compiled using the Aesthetic Neural Network (ANN) data. The Aesthetic Society partnered with Ronan SolutionsTM (Phoenix, AZ) to develop ANN. ANN connects directly to participating Aesthetic Society member plastic surgeons’ practice management systems to retrieve real-time, de-identified, billing data. The data is reviewed and mapped by subject matter experts to generate a dynamic, comprehensive, longitudinal, valid, and reliable repository of procedural and billing data. ANN’s automated, real-time data access also eliminates other drawbacks associated with surveys such as low response rates, cross-sectional data, inaccurate recall, need for manual data entry and the limited number and scope of questions that can be included. For the 2022 Statistics, aggregate data from 200 participating plastic surgery practices across the U.S. that consistently provided data quarterly between 2019 and 2022 were analyzed. The procedure counts were extrapolated to estimate nationwide statistics. These statistics have a standard error of +/- 6.8% at a 95% level of confidence. To enhance the reliability of trends, all prior data have been restated to reflect the consistent sample of participants.

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Be better than your bias — 5 areas of your life to examine

An award-winning diversity consultant and international corporate speaker, Risha Grant, has a mission to help us all be better than our BS — that’s our “biasphere”— the powerful and often invisible belief systems that we’ve been steeped in since birth and the judgment and bias we carry with us that impact our lives and the many others we encounter every day.

 

 

Analyzing your biasphere and identifying your BS raises your unconscious bias to the conscious level,” says Grant.

 

 

“If you don’t like what you discover, don’t blame or judge yourself, not because bias isn’t problematic, but because getting caught up in your feelings is a distraction. What matters is what you’re going to do about it, because once you can see your BS, you’re also quickly going to see that it’s been running your life for a long time and warping your ability to gauge reality.”

 

 

5 socializing agents that form the rings of our biasphere:

  • Family
  • Peers and friends
  • Schools or government
  • Religion
  • Mass media

 

Using stories from her personal and professional journey as well those of her clients, Grant encourages you to first examine the roots of your own BS through a process of radically accepting yourself and then to build a BS-free culture, which can only happen when you learn to radically accept others. She also shares the exercises, tools, and strategies she has taught thousands of people at all levels to make their workplaces more accepting, inclusive, and productive

 

 

About Risha Grant

Risha Grant is diversity personified: CEO. Entrepreneur. Black. Female. Small-town born and raised. Bisexual. Spiritual. Ex-preacher’s wife. Cusser. Left-handed. Former Division 1 athlete. But these traits alone aren’t what make her one of the most powerful and effective diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) experts in the US. Hailed as a “cultural competency genius” and renowned for her storytelling chops, humor, and frank delivery, she has made a career of leading her audiences as well as executives and their teams, politicians, civic leaders, and academic directors around the world to Radical Acceptance (RA) through a unique bias-busting process of self-examination and concrete advice on how to behave, lead, and manage businesses more inclusively.

 

 

In her role as a speaker and CEO of a multi-million dollar business, Grant has shifted the hearts and minds of her audiences and clients from around the world, including Google, Levi Strauss, Nestle Purina, Xerox, YouTube, Procter & Gamble, Discover Card Financial Services, Samsung Electronics America, Cox Communications, U.S. Airforce, U.S. Navy, Intuit, NBA’s Oklahoma City Thunder, and Harvard University.

 

She’s been featured in various national and international media including Forbes, Entrepreneur Magazine, Harvard Business Review, HR News, The Financial Times, Glamour Magazine UK, Bloomberg Media, and Black Enterprise, among others. She is also the author of two books: That’s BS! How Bias Synapse Disrupts Inclusive Cultures and the Power to Attract Diverse Markets and Be Better Than Your BS: How Radical Acceptance Empowers Authenticity and Creates a Culture of Inclusion.

 

Grant has received numerous honors such as being named one of the Top 10 Most Powerful Women Leaders in HR, one of the 40 Top Women Keynote Speakers, and made the list of Top 100 HR Experts. She was named as 1 in 9 Speakers Turning Crisis into Opportunity by Entrepreneur magazine, and for three consecutive years been an Engagedly Top 100 HR Influencer and Entrepreneur of the Year.

 

Grant will freely admit that she is a work in progress. She occasionally misuses pronouns. She prejudges others. Sometimes she walks in fear. Yet she has consistently striven to focus on love, and made it her mission to use her passion, persistence, knowledge, and experience to dismantle racism, sexism, classism, and plain old stupidism—including her own. She lives in Tulsa, Okla. with her partner, where when not teaching people how to challenge bias she is busy being the world’s best auntie.

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Pasta, persistence and The Primadonna: ‘On the Rocks’ details famed restaurateur’s rise, fall and redemption

“The intangibles that enabled me to achieve my greatness also contained the seeds to my destruction.”

– Joseph Costanzo Jr., founder of The Primadonna

 

 

RINGWOOD, N.J. — Joseph Costanzo Jr. bought a failing restaurant in a declining neighborhood and turned it into an award-winning, nationally recognized destination for fine Italian dining that attracted the likes of  Danny Aiello, Jamie Lee Curtis and Tommy Lasorda.

 

The secret sauce? Most likely his larger-than-life personality posits his oldest daughter, Maria Costanzo Palmer.

 

“We estimate that over the 18 years that he was in business that a little over a million customers came through our door,” Palmer said in a recent interview. “His character really helped to build the empire that the restaurant became, and I think without that, I don’t think he would have been as successful.”

 

In their new book, On the Rocks, Palmer and co-author Ruthie Robbins open a door to the past and welcome readers into The Primadonna, an Italian restaurant with a Cheers-like atmosphere where Costanzo greeted neighborhood regulars by name.

 

Written from Costanzo’s perspective, On the Rocks dishes up heaping helpings of nostalgia, with entertaining stories of quirky characters, delectable dishes, great memories and enduring friendships from a time when dining out was an experience to savor.

 

Known for its signature Southern Italian dishes that nourished stomachs and souls, The Primadonna’s generous portion sizes were eclipsed only by Costanzo’s larger-than-life personality, explains Palmer.

 

“The moment that you walked in, regardless of how busy we were, my dad was at the front of the house, and he was greeting you,” Palmer recalled during a recent interview. “My dad was invested in customers. He wanted to be part of people’s lives. I think that’s what makes this experience so memorable. People loved being special.”

 

On the Rocks traces Costanzo’s unlikely rise from a postal worker with an impossible dream to owner of a nationally acclaimed restaurant, where the often 2-hour wait times only served to brew deeper connections, adding to the familial appeal of a community hotspot united by Costanzo’s drive to turn the blue collar burb of McKees Rocks, Pennsylvania, into a sought-out destination for fine Italian dining.

 

But Costanzo’s dream comes at a cost, and as the story unfolds, readers follow him from the day-to-day frenzy of a wildly popular restaurant, through a failed attempt to run for public office, to a stint behind bars.

 

“The restaurant was like his third child; it was the son he never had,” Palmer reflected. “He was at the top of his game when everything spiraled out of control. That’s what makes this story so rich. He really did the impossible. He took this nothing, failing business and turned it into this diamond in the rough. Then it all got pulled away. Just as fast as it rose, it fell.”

 

About the Authors

Maria Costanzo Palmer is a writer and Page Turner Award Finalist for her co-authored book, On the Rocks. She is also a regular co-moderator for the Food Is Religion Club on Clubhouse. A former host on L.A. Talk Radio, she was recently featured on Food and Beverage Magazine Live, a nationally syndicated podcast, as well as iHeartRadio. Her writing has been published in OC87 Recovery Diaries, and she has made a number of media appearances.

 

Growing up as the oldest child of an award-winning restaurateur, Palmer unexpectedly became a daughter of the incarcerated. This experience ignited an interest in working for Get on the Bus, a nonprofit dedicated to uniting children with their incarcerated parents.

 

Ruthie Robbins is an award-winning educator who worked for the Montour School District in the suburbs of Pittsburgh and for Johns Hopkins Talent Development Secondary. Robbins now teaches English and Language Arts in Buffalo, New York. Well-known as co-creator of a popular amusement park interdisciplinary unit, she is currently working on other books and is preparing to launch The Writing Factory Online, a comprehensive writing program for middle schools.

 

For more information, please visit www.mariacpalmer.com or www.ruthierobbins.com

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Intercept Music revolutionizes music marketing with groundbreaking AI integration in latest software update

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. — PrismMediawire – Intercept Music, a wholly owned subsidiary of Sanwire Corporation (OTC: SNWR), is proud to announce the launch of its latest software version, now incorporating cutting-edge Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology into the music marketing process.

 

As the first in the industry to introduce AI integration, Intercept Music is empowering artists and musicians to level the playing field and market their music on-par with major labels.

 

 

The music industry has undergone a profound transformation in recent years, with the rapid advancement of technology significantly influencing the way music is produced, distributed, and consumed. AI, in particular, has emerged as a powerful tool that is reshaping the landscape of music marketing, bringing personalized and data-driven strategies to the forefront.
With Intercept Music’s latest software, artists gain access to a wealth of AI-powered features, enabling them to optimize their promotional efforts and connect with their target audience like never before. The incorporation of AI in the marketing process offers invaluable insights into consumer behavior, preferences, and trends, ensuring that artists can tailor their campaigns for maximum impact.

 

 

CEO of Intercept Music, Tod Turner, expressed his enthusiasm about the company’s pioneering achievement, saying, “We are thrilled to introduce the world’s first AI-integrated music marketing software. At Intercept Music, we believe that every artist deserves the opportunity to succeed in the music industry. With our latest update, we are bridging the gap between independent artists and major labels, providing them with sophisticated tools and resources to effectively promote their music and build a loyal fan base.”

Intercept Music’s AI-powered platform offers a wide array of features, including advanced data analytics, targeted marketing campaigns, personalized recommendations, and audience segmentation. This enables artists to identify their most engaged listeners, better understand their fan base, and tailor their content to enhance the overall fan experience.

 

Sanwire Corporation’s CEO, Ron Hughes, also commented on the significance of this innovation for investors, stating, “The integration of AI technology into Intercept Music’s software represents a major milestone for Sanwire Corporation and our shareholders. With the music industry constantly evolving, we are committed to staying at the forefront of innovation and offering our customers the latest tools to thrive in this digital era. This cutting-edge AI integration positions Intercept Music as a trailblazer in the music marketing space, and we are excited about the growth opportunities it presents.”

Artificial Intelligence has the potential to redefine how music is marketed and consumed, and Intercept Music is leading the way by providing independent artists with the same powerful marketing capabilities that were once exclusive to major labels. The latest software update reinforces Intercept Music’s commitment to empowering artists and musicians, fostering creativity, and fostering a diverse and thriving music ecosystem.
About Intercept Music:
Intercept Music, a subsidiary of Sanwire Corporation, is an innovative technology company focused on helping independent artists and musicians navigate the digital music landscape. Their advanced platform offers a wide range of marketing and distribution tools to enable artists to reach their fullest potential in the music industry.

 

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