Best Senior Relocation Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 83: Reverse Mortgage in Retirement - Marianna Keller’s Real Story 12:41

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In this heartfelt and eye-opening episode of the Serving Seniors Podcast, host Matt Helton welcomes Marianna Keller, a real client who courageously shares her personal journey with a reverse mortgage—and how it helped transform her retirement from uncertainty to confidence. Marianna isn’t a financial professional. She’s a homeowner who faced real w…

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Design in 2025 Is (Not) Breaking Old Rules. Here’s What Actually Changed 28:19

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2025 felt like two years packed into one. In this episode, Tyler and Nick look back on the biggest shifts in product design over the past year and what they actually mean for designers going into 2026. They discuss how AI changed the way design work enters teams, why designers are becoming prototype-first thinkers, and how tools like Cursor, Figma …

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244. Gerard Hudspeth, Mayor of Denton, Texas on Life in the Leadership Lane: Serving Community 34:22

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Welcome to Life in the Leadership Lane where I am talking to leaders making a difference in the workplace and in our communities. How did they get to where they are and what are they doing to stay there! Buckle up and get ready to accelerate in the Leadership Lane! This week, I am talking with Gerard Hudspeth, Business Leader, Freeit Data Solutions…

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3 Super Important Things to do When Looking to Relocate as a Product Designer 28:05

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After last week's live portfolio review, Tyler and Nick continue where they left off and go deeper into the challenges designers face when trying to stand out in a global job market. They discuss what changes when you apply for design roles in another country and why most designers struggle. They explain how to adapt your portfolio for a new region…

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243. Janet Lawson, The Future of Work on Life in the Leadership Lane. 43:25

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Welcome to Life in the Leadership Lane where I am talking to leaders making a difference in the workplace and in our communities. How did they get to where they are and what are they doing to stay there! Buckle up and get ready to accelerate in the Leadership Lane! This week, I am talking with Janet Lawson, Director, Department of Human Resource Ma…

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Episode 82: The DARE Method: A Science-Backed Path for Seniors to Rediscover Meaning After Retirement 34:04

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In this inspiring new episode of the Serving Seniors Podcast, host Matt Helton sits down with George Jerjian, internationally known Mindset Mentor, Writer, and Speaker, to explore how seniors can turn retirement into the beginning of the best chapter of their lives. George’s journey is nothing short of remarkable—after being mistakenly told he had …

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(Live) We Fix a Real UX Portfolio and Why Yours Is Not Getting You Hired 28:48

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In this episode of The Design Table Podcast, Tyler and Nick review and fix a real portfolio from a junior designer who is struggling to land interviews. You will see exactly what is holding him back and the specific changes that turn a forgettable portfolio into one that gets you hired. They break down whether a Figma file can replace a traditional…

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Episode 81: Why Reverse Mortgage 17:35

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In this special solo episode of the Serving Seniors Podcast, host Matt Helton takes you on a clear, friendly, and easy-to-understand journey into one of the most misunderstood financial tools for retirees: the reverse mortgage. With Matt’s signature blend of simplicity, warmth, and just a dash of humor, you’ll learn why reverse mortgages exist, who…

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242. Jeff Williams, CEO, Author, and former Mayor of Arlington on Life in the Leadership Lane: Unity 41:50

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Welcome to Life in the Leadership Lane where I am talking to leaders making a difference in the workplace and in our communities. How did they get to where they are and what are they doing to stay there! Buckle up and get ready to accelerate in the Leadership Lane! This week, I am talking with Jeff Williams, President and CEO, Graham Associates, Au…

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How to Build a UX Portfolio That Actually Gets You Hired - Your Step-by-Step Approach (Part 2) 21:59

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In Part 2 of our UX Portfolio Episodes, Tyler and Nick go one step deeper. They break down portfolio strategy, case study structure, personal branding, and whether junior designers should create free work to build real experience (or not). This episode explores what separates forgettable portfolios from the ones that open doors. Tyler and Nick find…

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Episode 80: Flow With the Current: Patrick J. Negado on Rethinking Retirement Your Way 21:54

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In this powerful new episode of the Serving Seniors Podcast, host Matt Helton sits down with Patrick J. Negado, ChFC®, Author, Speaker, and Founder of Canoe & Current Wealth Strategies℠. Patrick brings more than two decades of expertise in retirement income design, wealth management, and multi-generational wealth transfer — all focused on helping s…

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How to Build a UX Portfolio That Actually Gets You Hired - Theory & Best Practices (Part 1) 30:01

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In this episode of The Design Table Podcast, Tyler and Nick discuss the one thing every product designer struggles with the most: creating a portfolio that actually gets interviews, callbacks, and job offers. Most designers ship portfolios that read like academic essays. They're too long, too vague, too generic, and way too similar to everyone else…

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241. Briana Garcia, Chief Human Resources Officer on Life in the Leadership Lane: My Story. My Power 50:00

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Welcome to Life in the Leadership Lane where I am talking to leaders making a difference in the workplace and in our communities. How did they get to where they are and what are they doing to stay there! Buckle up and get ready to accelerate in the Leadership Lane! This week, I am talking with Briana Garcia, SPHR, Chief Human Resources Officer at E…

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Episode 79: Planning Before the Panic - Senior Care Wisdom with Annalee Kruger 27:47

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In this episode of the Serving Seniors Podcast, host Matt Helton talks with Annalee Kruger, Founder of Care Right, Inc. (https://carerightinc.com/). With more than 28 years of experience and over 20,000 families helped, Annalee is a nationally respected expert on aging, caregiving, dementia support, and long-term care planning. Annalee explains why…

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(Live) Senior Product Designers Solve a Real User Adoption Problem 53:04

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In this episode of The Design Table Podcast, Tyler and Nick attempt something different: a live, real-time brainstorm where two senior product designers tackle an actual business problem — low feature adoption and poor upgrade conversion. Companies keep shipping features that barely anyone uses. New tiers launch and… crickets. PMs blame “awareness”…

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240. Keri Smith, Senior Vice President Human Resources on Life in the Leadership Lane: Trust Builder! 45:12

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Welcome to Life in the Leadership Lane where I am talking to leaders making a difference in the workplace and in our communities. How did they get to where they are and what are they doing to stay there! Buckle up and get ready to accelerate in the Leadership Lane! This week, I am talking with Keri Smith, Senior Vice President of Human Resources at…

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Episode 78: Simplifying Senior Living with Shari Ross – The S.I.M.P.L.E.™ Way to Confident Care Choices 33:37

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Welcome to another inspiring episode of the Serving Seniors Podcast with your host, Matt Helton! In Episode 78, Matt sits down with Shari Ross, the brilliant mind behind Senior Living Made S.I.M.P.L.E.™, to talk about how families can confidently navigate the often-overwhelming world of senior living options. As an Author, Speaker, and Consultant, …

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Crucial Tips to Go from Product Design Graduate to Your First Product Design Job 51:39

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In this episode of The Design Table Podcast, Tyler and Nick discuss the big gap between what UX education teaches you and what real product design work looks like on the job. Most junior designers leave school excited to “help users” and “make the world a better place” only to slam face first into business goals, tech debt, and stakeholders who wan…

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239. Cami Adam, Relocating Talent on Life in the Leadership Lane: Level Up! 29:35

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Welcome to Life in the Leadership Lane where I am talking to leaders making a difference in the workplace and in our communities. How did they get to where they are and what are they doing to stay there! Buckle up and get ready to accelerate in the Leadership Lane! This week, I am talking with Cami Adam, Relocation and Office Services Specialist at…

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Episode 77: Making the Move After 50+ — Expert Justin Hammond Shares Senior Relocation Tips 25:32

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In this episode of the Serving Seniors Podcast, host Matt Helton sits down with Justin Hammond, Owner and Operator of Let’s Get Moving — a senior-focused moving and downsizing company based in Brentwood, Tennessee. Justin and his team specialize in helping older adults and their families navigate the emotional and logistical challenges of relocatin…

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Why UX Coaching is the Shortcut Your Design Career Needs 53:05

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In this episode of The Design Table Podcast, Tyler and Nick figure out the hard truth about why so many UX and product designers struggle to get hired. Hint: it is not your (lack of) Figma skills. They discuss best practices and advice from their experience as UX coaches. From confidence gaps to portfolios that all look the same to the finding out …

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Episode 76: From House to Haven: How Charter Senior Living Supports the Next Chapter 24:54

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In this heartwarming episode of the Serving Seniors Podcast, host Matt Helton welcomes Haven Gooch, Sales & Marketing Director at Charter Senior Living of Franklin, to discuss how seniors can turn a “house” into a true “haven.” Haven shares how Charter Senior Living of Franklin redefines what senior living means — blending comfort, compassion, and …

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10 Years of Conversion Secrets: UX Design Hacks That Actually Make Money 47:20

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In this episode of The Design Table Podcast, Tyler and Nick share conversion optimization secrets they've learned over their combined 20 years of design experience. From the psychology behind high-converting ads to the small tweaks that always boost your landing page performance, they share the tactics that have moved the needle for many of the des…

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Independent Senior Living Communities in Waxahachie, Texas 3:09

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Looking for independent senior living in Waxahachie, Texas? In this episode of the Senior Living NTX Podcast, we explore a few of the area’s most popular 55+ and active adult communities designed for seniors seeking a vibrant, maintenance-free lifestyle. You’ll hear about: The Hamilton at Garden Valley – A brand-new active adult community featuring…

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238. Jackie Rodriguez Chief People Officer on Life in the Leadership Lane: Teaching The Future! 43:05

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Welcome to Life in the Leadership Lane where I am talking to leaders making a difference in the workplace and in our communities. How did they get to where they are and what are they doing to stay there! Buckle up and get ready to accelerate in the Leadership Lane! This week, I am talking with Jackie Rodriguez, Chief People Officer at Spanish Schoo…

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237. Ben Cross, CEO and Host Love and Relo Show on Life in the Leadership Lane: Being Bold! 44:12

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Welcome to Life in the Leadership Lane where I am talking to leaders making a difference in the workplace and in our communities. How did they get to where they are and what are they doing to stay there! Buckle up and get ready to accelerate in the Leadership Lane! This week, I am talking with Ben Cross, CEO at GLOMO and Host of Love and Relo Show.…

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Design Mythbusters: 6 UX Myths That Hold Designers Back in 2025 52:10

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In this episode of The Design Table Podcast, Tyler and Nick become the "Design Mythbusters" and tackle the biggest misconceptions about UX design that both designers and non-designers believe. From the idea that UX is just about making things pretty to the pressure of getting everything right the first time, they bust (or confirm) myths that hold y…

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Exploring Senior Living Options in Waxahachie, Texas 4:24

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In this episode of the Senior Living NTX Podcast, we explore the many senior living options available in Waxahachie, Texas. Whether you’re a senior considering downsizing or a caregiver helping a loved one, knowing the differences between independent living, assisted living, memory care, CCRCs, and skilled nursing is key to making an informed decis…

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Top 8 Questions to Ask Before Choosing an Active Living Retirement Community 4:07

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Making the move into a retirement or active adult community is one of the biggest decisions seniors and their families will face. But how do you know if a community is truly the right fit? In this episode of the Senior Living NTX Podcast, we walk through the 8 most important questions to ask before choosing a retirement community in Texas. From cos…

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Episode 75: Real Talk on Cognitive Health & Quality of Life with Dr. Elizabeth Helton 31:39

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What really happens when a loved one starts forgetting things — and the healthcare system forgets them? In this moving and insightful episode of the Serving Seniors Podcast, host Matt Helton welcomes Dr. Elizabeth Helton, a board-certified psychiatrist and founder of Cerebral Care Consulting (https://www.cerebralcareconsulting.com/), for an eye-ope…

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Product Design Just Killed UX Design (What Roles to Look for Instead) 56:44

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In this episode of The Design Table Podcast, Tyler and Nick are trying to untangle the confusing world of design job titles and their many, many variations. From UX designer to product designer to the emerging UX engineer role and everything inbetween. They share what each title actually means, their differences, and how to survive the ever-changin…

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236. John Baldino, President, The Future of Work on Life in the Leadership Lane. 47:20

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Welcome to Life in the Leadership Lane where I am talking to leaders making a difference in the workplace and in our communities. How did they get to where they are andwhat are they doing to stay there! Buckle up and get ready to accelerate in the Leadership Lane! This week, I am talking with John Baldino, President, Humareso, Podcast Co-host, But …

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Episode 74: Future-Proof Your Golden Years with Richard Wexler of APlan2Age 29:51

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Aging is inevitable—but struggling through it doesn’t have to be. In this episode of the Serving Seniors Podcast, host Matt Helton welcomes Richard Wexler, President & CEO of APlan2Age, to talk about what it really means to age well. Richard leads APlan2Age, a nonprofit dedicated to helping seniors and their families take charge of the future befor…

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What Product Design Is Actually Like (It's Not What Social Media Tells You) 50:06

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In this episode of The Design Table Podcast, Tyler and Nick talk about the actual day-to-day of being a product designer and how it is very different from what social media tells you. One's an in-house designer while the other is a freelancer. Both have over a decade of on-the-job design experience. Together, they discuss how AI creates overlap bet…

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Episode 73: Safe, Secure, and at Home: How Seniors Benefit from Home Matters in Williamson County 30:31

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In this episode of the Serving Seniors Podcast, host Matt Helton sits down with Francine Ruth, Owner of Home Matters Caregiving in Williamson County, TN. With a background in customer experience and people leadership, Francine brings passion, dignity, and purpose-driven care to the senior community. Francine shares her journey into caregiving, insp…

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Episode 72: Simplifying Home Decisions – The Realtor Advantage for Seniors 27:16

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In this episode of the Serving Seniors Podcast, host Matt Helton sits down with Brent Ward, CEO/Association Executive of the Central West Tennessee Association of REALTORS®. With nearly two decades as a real estate agent, a background as a principal broker, and six years as a certified real estate instructor, Brent brings a wealth of experience to …

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235. Heather Morgan, Mobility Leader on Life in the Leadership Lane: Share Your Story! 34:55

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Welcome to Life in the Leadership Lane where I am talking to leaders making a difference in the workplace and in our communities. How did they get to where they are and what are they doing to stay there! Buckle up and get ready to accelerate in the Leadership Lane! This week, I am talking with Heather Morgan. Business Development Manager at Commerc…

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Why Studying UX and Product Design is Worth It More Than Ever (for 2025 and beyond) 53:44

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In this episode of The Design Table Podcast, Tyler and Nick discuss the real answer to the question that’s been haunting LinkedIn threads, Reddit posts, and bootcamp Slack groups: Is it still worth becoming a UX or product designer in 2025 and beyond? They look back on their own (non-)traditional paths into product design, the current state of the …

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234. Mike Goodwin, Professional Comedian on Life in the Leadership Lane! Comedy with Purpose! 39:55

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Welcome to Life in the Leadership Lane where I am talking to leaders making a difference in the workplace and in our communities. How did they get to where they are and what are they doing to stay there! Buckle up and get ready to accelerate in the Leadership Lane! In this episode of Life in the Leadership Lane, Bruce Waller talks with Mike Goodwin…

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Episode 71: Wealth Without Worry: Gregg Lunceford’s Playbook for a Secure and Thriving Retirement 38:36

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In this episode of the Serving Seniors Podcast, host Matt Helton sits down with Gregg Lunceford, Ph.D, CFP®, Managing Director and Wealth Advisor at Mesirow Wealth Management, to uncover the keys to building lasting financial security in retirement. With over three decades of experience in the financial services industry, Gregg works with individua…

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Episode 70: Declutter Your Space, Unclutter Your Life with Jennifer Vazquez of JV The Coach 30:52

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In this inspiring episode of the Serving Seniors Podcast, host Matt Helton sits down with Jennifer Vazquez, Owner of JV The Coach, to explore the powerful connection between clearing your physical space and finding peace in your mind. Jennifer is a professional declutterer, organizer, and mindset coach based in the greater Nashville area. She helps…

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Aging in Place Safely: Home Modifications with TruBlue Home Services Ally 35:04

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In this episode of Senior Living NTX, host Paul Fritz, Seniors Real Estate Specialist® (SRES®), talks with Joe Gautier from TruBlue Home Services Ally about creating safer, more comfortable homes for seniors who want to age in place. Joe shares over 40 years of experience in ADA-compliant remodeling, offering practical advice for: Easy DIY fixes th…

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233. Tomi Morriss, Vice President Client Success on Life in the Leadership Lane: Leading with Heart! 41:55

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Welcome to Life in the Leadership Lane, where I talk with leaders making a difference in the workplace and in our communities. How did they get to where they are, and what are they doing to stay there? Buckle up and get ready to accelerate in the Leadership Lane! This week, I’m talking with Tomi Morriss, Vice President Client Success at Delta Dalla…

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Personal Branding for Product Designers: Overrated, Underrated, and Misunderstood 47:30

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In this episode of The Design Table Podcast, Tyler and Nick go into the chaotic world of branding. They discuss why it matters more than ever, when it’s completely overhyped, and how to make the most of it as a product designer looking to build a career. Well-known branding moments include the Jaguar rebrand and Apple’s liquid glass 'feature'. Nick…

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232. Bethany Adams Asst Professor and Speaker on Life in the Leadership Lane: HRSouthwest Spotlight! 29:25

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Welcome to Life in the Leadership Lane where I am talking to leaders making a difference in the workplace and in our communities. How did they get to where they are and what are they doing to stay there! Buckle up and get ready to accelerate in the Leadership Lane! This week, I am talking with Bethany Adams, Assistant Professor at Villanova Univers…

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Clifton Coufal Elder Law Plano and Ft Worth - DFW Veterans Benefits Assistance 6:39

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If you’re a veteran or a surviving spouse, you may be eligible for VA benefits like Aid & Attendance — but many people don’t even know it exists. In this episode of Senior Living NTX, we sit down with Michelle Myers, Marketing Director for Clifton Coufal Elder Law, to uncover what this benefit is, who qualifies, and how her firm helps guide familie…

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231. Jeff Palkowski State Director WISHRM on Life in the Leadership Lane: Volunteer Conference! 29:30

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Welcome to Life in the Leadership Lane where I am talking to leaders making a difference in the workplace and in our communities. How did they get to where they are and what are they doing to stay there! Buckle up and get ready to accelerate in the Leadership Lane! This week, I am talking with Jeff Palkowski, Wisconsin SHRM (WISHRM) State Council S…

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Episode 69: Strategic Uses of Reverse Mortgages 11:45

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In this powerful solo episode of the Serving Seniors Podcast, host Matt Helton dives into one of the most misunderstood — yet incredibly powerful — financial tools available to seniors: reverse mortgages. If you've ever wondered how a reverse mortgage can be used strategically, this is the episode for you. Matt breaks it down in plain, easy-to-unde…

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230. Nathan Magnuson, Leadership-in-a-Box on Life in the Leadership Lane: HRSouthwest Spotlight! 31:43

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Welcome to Life in the Leadership Lane where I am talking to leaders making a difference in the workplace and in our communities. How did they get to where they are and what are they doing to stay there! Buckle up and get ready to accelerate in the Leadership Lane! This week, I am talking with Nathan Magnuson, Founder and CEO Leadership-in-a-Box, A…

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How You Use Motion to Ruin or Improve Product Design 40:09

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In this episode of The Design Table Podcast, Tyler and Nick discuss the role of animation and motion in modern product design workflows and why it’s not just about looking slick. From micro-interactions to loading states, they find out where animation improves UX and where it becomes a distraction. They also get into motion for video editing, desig…