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Shark conservation: What does it take to go from growing up on Lake Erie to tagging great white sharks around the world? This episode reveals the surprising twists and setbacks that shaped Dr. Taylor Chappell's career including the moment he thought he lost his future in research and how that failure became the most important turning point of his life. He shares the non-linear path that led him to global shark research from Cape Cod to California to Oregon and what he learned about persistence, curiosity, and opportunity along the way. Marine biology careers: Taylor also opens up about the realities of science careers, how early opportunities in AmeriCorps and education informed his approach to research, and the moment when a population-modeling talk flipped a switch in his mind and made him want to become a serious shark scientist. His story shows why career journeys are never straight and why the skills you gain outside your plan can become the key to your future. A surprising insight: Taylor thought he was headed into a traditional academic career, but it was losing a graduate position and winding up on a Puget Sound education ship that changed everything and set him on the shark science path. It was the setback that opened the door. Connect with us: Website: https://bit.ly/37TMqeKInstagram: https://bit.ly/3eorwXZ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@beyondjawspodcast7591 Dave: Website: https://www.lostsharkguy.com/ Instagram: https://bit.ly/3q1J9Q5 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lostsharkguy Andrew: Website: https://www.speakupforblue.com/ Instagram: https://bit.ly/37g5WkG YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SpeakUpForBlueTV
Guitarfish genetics take center stage in this inspiring episode as Bryan Huerta shares how his fascination with sharks at the massive La Nueva Viga fish market in Mexico City sparked his entire scientific path. His early curiosity grew into formal research that now examines the guitarfish sold as Pez Diablo in Mexican markets, where he used molecular tools to identify species and highlight conservation concerns. Marine conservation research also shaped Bryan's career through field experience in the Northern Gulf of Mexico where he helped run longline surveys, learned dissection and biological sampling, and worked with leading shark scientists including Dr. Marcus Drymon and Dr. Nicole Phillips. His story illustrates how dedication, language learning, and crossing borders opened doors in science and advanced important work in the genetics and management of threatened rays. Shark research careers come to life in this conversation that highlights Bryan's upcoming PhD, his marathon-running discipline, and his commitment to filling knowledge gaps for understudied elasmobranchs. His journey offers a roadmap for aspiring scientists navigating international education, language barriers, and the practical challenges of breaking into the shark science world. Connect with us: Website: https://bit.ly/37TMqeKInstagram: https://bit.ly/3eorwXZ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@beyondjawspodcast7591 Dave: Website: https://www.lostsharkguy.com/ Instagram: https://bit.ly/3q1J9Q5 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lostsharkguy Andrew: Website: https://www.speakupforblue.com/ Instagram: https://bit.ly/37g5WkG YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SpeakUpForBlueTV
Shark Identification Training In this episode of Beyond Jaws, Andrew Lewin and Dr. David Ebert welcome back Dr. Ivy Baremore from MarAlliance to talk about an incredible deep-sea shark identification workshop held in Honduras. The workshop brought together scientists, students, and even local diving enthusiasts to learn how to identify some of the most mysterious sharks in the Caribbean. Ivy shares what inspired the training, how it came together after nearly a decade of planning, and why empowering local researchers is the first step in conserving deep-sea species. Deep Sea Conservation in Honduras Dr. Baremore explains the challenges of shark research in Honduras, where the nation's waters cover more area than its land, yet much of it remains unexplored. She describes how limited taxonomy resources and few local experts make workshops like this essential for future conservation. David and Ivy also reveal some of the surprises that came up during dissections, including unexpected findings in gulper sharks, and how this work is helping create national plans for shark and ray conservation across Central America. Training Tomorrow's Marine Biologists The conversation dives into how community involvement from students as young as 13 to professional divers helps build local ownership of ocean science. The episode captures the joy, curiosity, and collaboration that come from working hands-on with sharks, showing how education and science communication are transforming the future of marine biology in developing regions. Connect with us: Website: https://bit.ly/37TMqeKInstagram: https://bit.ly/3eorwXZ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@beyondjawspodcast7591 Dave: Website: https://www.lostsharkguy.com/ Instagram: https://bit.ly/3q1J9Q5 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lostsharkguy Andrew: Website: https://www.speakupforblue.com/ Instagram: https://bit.ly/37g5WkG YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SpeakUpForBlueTV
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Today's conversation is the return of Andrew Craig to CamBro Conversations for his 4th appearance on the podcast.Andrew is an investor, author, and commentator who has spent years helping people better understand finance, economics, and wealth creation. In this episode, we unpack the state of the UK economy, the policy failures of recent governments, and the choices that will determine our financial future.Expect to learn:Why UK citizens are no wealthier than they were 30 years ago while countries like Ireland, Australia, and Singapore have surged aheadWhether Brexit was a missed opportunity to become the “European Singapore”The impact of legal mass migration, with 4.5 million arrivals between 2021–24Why the UK's obsession with Net Zero is economically damagingWhy Starmer's choice of advisors is so worrying for aspirational UK citizensWhy Gary Stevenson is so wrong about the UK and policyWhether Liz Truss's economic plan was a feasible path out of the messWhy Andrew believes we urgently need a small, economically literate, fiscally responsible government option at the ballot boxFor more from Andrew and I, check out episode 42, 200 and 271.Today's episode is optimised by Puresport. You can save 10% using code CAMBRO10 – https://bit.ly/3RmVT0V Shop Notox Skincare using COL15 here - https://www.notoxskincare.co/ Connect with Andrew:Website: https://www.plainenglishfinance.co.uk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PlainEnglishFinance LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewcraigpef/ Connect with Col:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/col.cambro/Email List: https://colcambro.kit.com/30bde23b0cPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/ColCampbell
Andrew Lethbridge is a multi-dimensional energy healer, Reiki master & YouTube creator.After a 25-year career in fashion, during which he worked with the biggest brands on the high street in Europe and launched several brands himself, Andrew had a life-changing moment in a park in London in 2022. Andrew had an epic spiritual awakening, and his soul started to speak to him. He felt at one with universal love, and he saw both his father & cat, who had passed and Source/God in front of him. Andrew's psychic abilities opened, and he received healing energy in his hands, and he could see energy.Today, Andrew is a full-time energy healer and spiritual coach whose clients include celebrities, influencers, and individuals and/or groups seeking life-changing transformations worldwide. Andrew also has a successful line of hi-vibe tees and hoodies, heAL, infused with healing energy and good vibes. This includes his Galactic Federation of Light T-shirt, which is inspired by his experiences with ETs.Connect with Andrew:
Podcast Guest: Andrew NewlandMost People Don't… Look at Themselves as the Problem and Do Whatever It Takes to ChangeEpisode Summary:Andrew Newland, founder of Functional Medicine Marketing, opens up with raw honesty and resilience. In this conversation, we explore his journey from desperation and self-doubt to business success and self-awareness. His story embodies the truth that most people don't persist, most people don't do the work to change their thinking, and most people don't look at themselves as the problem—but Andrew did.
This week, we’re welcoming back Chris and Andrew from Brightstone Property for Part 2 of their journey! We last caught up with them in December 2023 in the episode The Surprises and Successes of Commercial Property Investing, just before they opened their first CMO building. Now, a just over a year later, they’re reflecting on the rollercoaster ride of successfully developing and letting this mutilet building. From unexpected challenges to the small (but mighty) wins, we dive into what it’s really like to develop, open and operate a Commercial Multilet property. Tune in for an honest conversation about lessons learned, growth, and what’s next for Brightstone Spaces. We also share some breaking news on our own property portfolio. Don’t forget to check out Part 1 if you missed it! Follow along with Chris and Andrew: Website - https://brightstonespaces.com/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/brightstone-property/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/brightstoneproperty/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/brightstonespaces/?hl=en JOIN THE NETWORK If you want to learn more about investing in Commercial Property, why not consider joining the CPI Network? We're a community of active investors who collaborate, share experiences, and empower each other in our Commercial Property endeavours. Useful Links: CPI Website - https://commercialpropertyinvestor.co.uk/ Our Sponsors - https://commercialpropertyinvestor.co.uk/podcast-sponsors/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerryalexander/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Andrew (Sully) Sullivan, retired Navy SEAL and DEVGRU operator, and founder of BlueForce Strategies and Community First Project joins me on this episode. Andrew's combat commendations include the Silver Star Medal, two Bronze Star Medals with combat valor, the Purple Heart Medal, the Defense Meritorious Service Medal, six Joint Service Commendation Medals with combat valor, two Navy and Marine Commendation medals with valor, three Presidential Unit Citations, and numerous other joint and individual awards. Andrew is a subject matter expert in Special Operations and law enforcement training, instructing, leading, and mentorship, with a passion for service. Topics we cover include being a lifelong learner, growing up with patriotism, the moment that changed the trajectory of Andrew's life, leadership, the transition back to civilian life, training law enforcement officers, and more. Get connected with Andrew: Website: https://c1p.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551444688279 Twitter: https://twitter.com/C1Porg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/community_first_project/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-sullivan-647826175/ Donate to Community First: https://c1p.org/donate Leave a 5-star review with a comment on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/business-minds-coffee-chat/id1539014324 Subscribe to my Business Builder Newsletter: https://bit.ly/32y0YxJ Want to learn how you can work with me to gain more clarity, build a rock-solid foundation for your business, and achieve the results and success you deserve? Visit http://jayscherrbusinessconsulting.com/ and schedule a 1:1 discovery coaching call. Enjoy, thanks for listening, and please share with a friend!
In this conversation, Andrew Tanner, a longtime practitioner and founder of the Berkshire Yoga Festival, shares his journey into yoga and spirituality. He describes how witnessing the positive impact of alternative healing practices during his father's battle with cancer transformed him into a believer in the power of aligning the mind, body, and spirit. Covering a range of topics that reflect his deep background in yoga over the past two decades, Andrew discusses the healing of injuries through yoga, cultivating inner wisdom, letting go of the ego, speaking one's truth, making better choices, and connecting mind, body, and spirit. These practices, he believes, help men become better versions of themselves and discover their Dharma in life. Connect with Andrew ✩ Website: https://andrewtanner.com/ ✩ Berkshire Yoga Festival: https://www.berkshireyogafestival.com/ ✩ Dregs of Wisdom Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@DregsofWisdom ✩ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andrewtanneryoga/ ✩ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AndrewTannerYoga/ Support and stay connected with the GTY community ✩ Website: https://www.gtypodcast.com/ ✩ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gtypodcast/ ✩ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@guystalkingyogapodcast ✩ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/guystalkingyoga Check out Yoga For Dudes with Larry ✩ Website: https://www.yogafordudes.com/✩ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@UC4yM9Mv-q7fA8VKBEyzt27A
⭐️ Get your free Human Design Chart https://www.miranda-mitchell.com/free-human-design-chart-video ⭐️I In this episode of the Provoking Prosperity Podcast, host Miranda Mitchell interviews musician, poet, and creative visionary Andrew Cloninger insights from his lifelong dedication to creative exploration, his unique processes involving improvisation and emotional storytelling, and the balance between individuality and collaboration. They discuss the transformative power of creativity, the importance of connection, and Andrew's experiences with resilience and healing. Whether you're an artist, musician, or someone looking to reconnect with your creative flow, this episode offers inspiration and practical guidance. Andrew's Bio: Andrew Cloninger is a musician, composer, and poet known for his emotionally rich, intuitive approach to creativity. With a background in improvisation, instrumental music, and storytelling, his work blends ambient textures, evocative melodies, and raw emotion. A self-taught multi-instrumentalist, Andrew's journey has been shaped by resilience and reinvention, including overcoming a traumatic neck injury that temporarily took away his ability to play music. His book C67, a collection of haiku, explores themes of identity, healing, and personal transformation. As a collaborator, Andrew thrives in organic, improvisational spaces, including his project Wren Cove, where he creates immersive, soul-stirring soundscapes. His philosophy is simple: music is emotion in motion, a force that unites, heals, and challenges perspectives. For more on Andrew's work, visit RencoveMusic.com. Show Notes: 00:12 Introducing Andrew Kloninger: A Journey of Creativity 02:39 Andrew's Early Influences and Musical Beginnings 03:11 The Role of Service in Creativity 04:27 Balancing Creativity and Practicality 08:03 Embracing Extremes in the Creative Process 12:36 The Power of Connection Through Music 15:28 Navigating Life's Challenges and Creative Identity 21:19 Balancing Work, Rest, and Creativity 24:23 The Importance of Collaboration in Music 27:13 Starting Small: The Humble Beginnings 27:42 Gaining Momentum: Reviews and Residencies 28:14 Evolving Sound and Goals 29:03 Intuition and Creativity 30:39 Influential People and Resources 31:22 Early Recording Experiences 34:38 The Dream Project: Audio-Visual Performance 36:53 Organic Collaborations 36:53 Balancing Individuality and Collaboration 44:23 The Creative Journey: Embracing Authenticity 50:15 Current Projects and Future Plans
"The changes coming in January will close the lead generation loophole. Consumers will now have to choose who they want to hear from—this is a game-changer for the industry." Andrew FilerTransform your Life Insurance sales in just 5 days! HEREWhat's in this episode:In this episode of The Insurance Buzz, Michael and Courtney Weaver welcome Andrew Filer, an agency owner and lead generation expert, to discuss the significant changes coming to lead generation laws in January 2025. Andrew breaks down how the new regulations will impact agencies, the importance of understanding cost per acquisition, and the necessity of a strong online presence in today's market. The conversation dives into actionable strategies for navigating these changes while maintaining profitability and credibility. Whether you're an agency owner or a producer, this episode is packed with insights to future-proof your business..[00:03:00] New regulations: How the January 27th changes will reshape the lead generation process.[00:08:00] Online visibility: Why being easy to find online is crucial for attracting and retaining clients.[00:12:00] Cost per acquisition: Shifting the focus from lead price to overall profitability.[00:29:00] Social proof: The increasing importance of reviews and digital credibility.[00:34:00] Closing: Andrew shares how to connect and learn more through Next Call Club and his All Aboard newsletter.Connect with Andrew:Website: www.nextcallclub.comEmail: andrew@nextcallclub.comhttps://nextcallclub.com/tcpa-compliance/RESOURCES + LINKSNEW BOOK “Quote 3: How to Make Multiple 6 Figures in Any Sales Organization" Order HERE Watch the full episode on YouTube: HEREJoin thousands of successful Insurance Agents who have achieved over $200 million in sales FREE 7-Day Demo TRY NOWTEXT METext "BUZZ" to (816) 727-7610 to chat directly with MichaelFOLLOWWebsite: https://www.weaversa.comLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelweaverwsa/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@michaelweavertrainingFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/themichaelweaverInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/_michaelweaver_/
What does it really take to change your life? In this episode, Andrew Dewar shares his inspiring journey from a CPA stuck in patterns of stress and dissatisfaction to a thriving energy healer and life coach. He unpacks the power of self-reflection, embracing internal change, and setting intentional long-term goals to create a fulfilling life. Andrew reveals how alternative healing practices like Reiki and Theta Healing not only transformed his health but also helped him align with his true purpose. Could the way you perceive yourself and your identity be holding you back from your goals? The conversation dives deep into the importance of self-worth, celebrating even the smallest wins, and living life on purpose instead of by accident. We also explore the principles from Working with the Law by Raymond Holliwell, including how gratitude and praise can amplify positive changes in your life. If you've ever wondered how to shift from surviving to thriving—or how to create a life that feels deeply aligned with your soul's purpose—this episode is for you. What steps could you take today to start moving toward the future you truly want?
Life & Listings: Balancing Real Estate, Scaling Your Future w/ Jennifer Staats
In this episode of the Life and Listings Podcast, we're joined by Andrew Flachner, Co-Founder and President of RealScout. Andrew dives into the evolution of RealScout over the past year, highlighting how the platform keeps real estate agents at the center of the digital experience. We also discuss the recently released Teams Report, which provides valuable insights into lead generation, nurturing strategies, and the importance of building business through sphere of influence. Plus, Andrew shares an intriguing analogy about "sugar cookies" and how it applies to the real estate industry. Tune in to learn actionable strategies for staying top of mind and driving more transactions. "If we're able to surface the right information at the right time, we can help agents nurture their database and generate more transactions effectively." Five Key Takeaways Challenges with Traditional IDX Websites Insights from the Teams Report Lead Nurture and Customer Acquisition Strategies Introduction of Search Links by Real Scout Conclusion and Resources About Andrew: Andrew Flachner has earned a reputation as one of the premier, up-and-coming entrepreneurs in the dynamic PropTech space. As a coveted industry commentator, thought provoking keynote speaker, and trusted advisor to brokerage executives and top real estate agents, he is among a handful of leaders who can make sense of the rapidly evolving intersection of technology and real estate — one of the most critical drivers in the economy today. Andrew is Co-Founder and President of RealScout, a high-growth real estate technology company. RealScout has equipped over 100,000 practitioners with an award-winning, integrated suite of marketing, collaboration and analytics tools. Cumulatively, these tools have helped real estate agents close billions of dollars in transactions. Andrew is consistently featured as one of the most influential real estate leaders (Swanepoel Power 200, Inman News, REALTrends Game Changers) and was recognized as Forbes 30 Under 30. He is a highly recognizable and sought-after speaker in the residential real estate conference scene, with keynote presentations given at leading conferences such as Inman Connect, T3 Summit, and Gathering of Eagles. In 2017, Andrew launched a popular long-form, live interview series (distributed by Inman News) which enabled brokerage executives to relay their questions directly to industry playmakers including Zillow Director and former COO Amy Bohutinsky, the CEOs of RE/MAX, Redfin, Opendoor, and the National Association of REALTORS®. For speaking inquiries, please connect with hello (at) realscout.com. Connect with Andrew: Website: www.realscout.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewflachner/recent-activity/all/ Instagram: @aflachner Connect with Jennifer Staats: Website: staatssolutions.com Staats Solution Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/staatssolutions/ Jennifer Staats Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennifertherealtor LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/staatssolutions/
Andrew Scheps is a Grammy winning engineer and mixer who has worked with Adele, Jay-Z, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Metallica, and many more. We chat about the future of audio recording, the implications of AI, the mindsets you need to succeed, and the skills every engineer must have.In this episode, you'll learn about:How AI Will Integrate into Mixing and RecordingWhat Engineering and Mixing Will Look Like in 5 YearsAtmos Lovers vs Atmos HatersNavigating the Ebbs and Flows of a Career in AudioParallel Compression TipsLearning the Fundamentals So You Can Break the RulesLimiting Beliefs that Hold Your Career BackEnjoyed this one? Check out my interview with Tony HofferConnect with Andrew
Talking points: culture, geopolitics This interview is probably among the most unique I've had on the show. I don't usually cover straight-up politics, but Andrew's work has fascinated me for a while. And as the world seems to getting more up in arms (literally and figuratively), I find myself wanting to learn more about where all of this started and how we as men can respond. (00:00:00) - Common misconceptions about the CIA (00:11:47) - Why foreign secrets are such a big deal (00:24:51) - Andrew's perspective on current global unrest, Iran, and just how complex it is (00:38:31) - What's difficult to understand about geopolitics, and why there seems to be so much conflict (00:48:19) - Is there any form of governance that truly permits any freedom, and where the balance could lie (00:57:47) - The perspective shift that changed Andrew's life (01:08:51) - Andrew's take on what's going to happen next with Ukraine, Russian, and Iran (01:16:33) - Is US global supremacy in jeopardy? If it is, what does that mean for the average citizen? Andrew Bustamante is a former covert CIA intelligence officer, decorated military combat veteran, successful Fortune 10 corporate advisor, proud husband and father. After 20 years running human and technical intelligence operations for private and government clients worldwide, Andrew founded EverydaySpy.com -- the first-ever digital spy training platform. Headlining both US and International media, Andrew's training events have been praised for their innovative, authentic, and life-changing impact. When he isn't giving interviews, running spy exercises, or supporting private intelligence contracts, Andrew lives with his wife (also an ex-CIA Officer) and two children in Colorado. Connect with Andrew -Website: https://everydayspy.com/ -YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/everydayspy -Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everydayspy/ *** Pick up my book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/ Check out some free resources: How To Quit Porn | Anger Meditation | How To Lead In Your Relationship Build brotherhood with a powerful group of like-minded men from around the world. Check out The Alliance. Enjoy the podcast? If so, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Podchaser. It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the ManTalks Community, and help others find the tools and training they're looking for. And don't forget to subscribe on Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify For more episodes, visit us at ManTalks.com | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support our channel & Become a Partner ⇨ https://www.missiondelafe.org/ Listen on Podcast Spotify Podcast ⇨ https://spoti.fi/3RBKdq3Apple Podcast ⇨ https://apple.co/3evzCuuConnect with ushttps://www.facebook.com/delafetestimonieshttps://www.instagram.com/delafetestimonies/Connect with Andrew:Website ⇨ drewanderson.onlineEmail ⇨ drewanderson.info@gmail.comFacebook ⇨ https://www.facebook.com/drew.anderson.92775?mibextid=ZbWKwL Instagram ⇨ https://www.instagram.com/officialdrewanderson/ Credits:Testimony by Andrew AndersonDirected by Eric Villatoro Interviewed by Eric VillatoroEdited By Joshua GayleAudio Mixed by Paul Nicholas Production Assistant, Jaiden VilsonTestimony Recorded at Ambassadors Coffee 4553 N Loop 1604 W Suite 1221, San Antonio, TX 78249Delafé Testimonies is a global evangelistic project with the mission of creating the world's largest archive of Jesus testimonies. Our vision is to save souls, build community, and set people free through the testimony of Jesus.Chapters00:00 Introduction00:36 I Shouldn't Be Here02:20 Why Share My Testimony Now03:19 Being Adopted into a Military Family05:45 Starting to Rebel, Getting into Crime08:50 Being Miraculously Healed after a Hit and Run12:01 Being Fatally Shot and Waking Up in a Body Bag14:02 God Sends a Nurse to Speak to Me16:20 The Recovery Process20:24 My Parents' Reaction to Me Coming Back to Life23:27 Giving My Life to Jesus28:42 Being Launched into Ministry Prematurely33:15 The Lord Restores My Identity38:35 Growing in the Word While Hidden41:09 The Narrow Path43:41 Who is Jesus To You?44:31 Prayer46:56 Gratitude for All God Has Done48:04 Final WordsI Woke Up in a BODY BAG After Being Shot in the Face
Securing your financial future in the world of finance requires the ability to negotiate effectively with investment advisors and make wise investment decisions. This episode will examine the nuances of these talks and provide you with professional guidance and useful pointers to help you on your financial path. Join your host, Cindy Watson, as she has the opportunity to interview Andrew Parrillo. Stay tuned as we uncover strategies to effectively communicate with advisors and optimize your investments for long-term success. Andrew is the author of the renowned book Beat the Wealth Management Hustle. He is also the founder of Newport Capital Advisors and Victory Road Investors, and he serves as a general partner of a multi-manager hedge fund. Andrew's extensive experience and deep knowledge in the field make him the perfect expert to help us navigate the complex world of investment negotiations. Let's dive in! In this episode, you'll discover: Is it imperative for investment advisors to be prepared to negotiate their fees in order to align with regulatory requirements? Securities and Exchange Commission requirements for registered investment advisors The difference between securities brokers and legally fiduciaries What are the red flags? How should an advisor determine the specific risk and return preferences that you have? How do they align them with a portfolio strategy? What is a risk score and risk tolerance? How often should you expect changes in my portfolio? And many more! Learn more about Andrew: Website: www.victoryroad.com Get his book here! https://www.amazon.com/Beat-Wealth-Management-Hustle-Independently/dp/B0CSMZQ8H1 If you're looking to up-level your negotiation skills, I have everything from online to group to my signature one-on-one mastermind & VIP experiences available to help you better leverage your innate power to get more of what you want and deserve in life. Check out our website at www.artofFeminineNegotiation.com if that sounds interesting to you. Get Cindy's book here: Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Art-Feminine-Negotiation-Boardroom-Bedroom-ebook/dp/B0B8KPCYZP?inf_contact_key=94d07c699eea186d2adfbddfef6fb9e2&inf_contact_key=013613337189d4d12be8d2bca3c26821680f8914173f9191b1c0223e68310bb1 EBook https://www.amazon.com/Art-Feminine-Negotiation-Boardroom-Bedroom-ebook/dp/B0B8KPCYZP?inf_contact_key=94d07c699eea186d2adfbddfef6fb9e2&inf_contact_key=013613337189d4d12be8d2bca3c26821680f8914173f9191b1c0223e68310bb1 Barnes and Noble https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-art-of-feminine-negotiation-cindy-watson/1141499614?ean=9781631959776 CONNECT WITH CINDY: Website: www.womenonpurpose.ca Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/womenonpurposecommunity/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/womenonpurposecoaching/ LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/thecindywatson Show: https://www.womenonpurpose.ca/media/podcast-2/ X(Twitter): https://twitter.com/womenonpurpose1 YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@hersuasion Email: cindy@womenonpurpose.ca
Today's conversation is with Andrew Craig. Andrew is an ex-investment banker, founder of plain English finance, and best selling finance author, and educator. How to Own the World is one of the most impactful British personal finance book of all time and when I first hosted Andrew on the show back in November 2020, I couldn't believe the positive impact the conversation had on so many listeners. Expect to learn why most of the remaining problems facing humanity are linked to biological systems, why Biotech will be the biggest investment theme for the next 100 years, how Biotech will create trillions of real wealth, the simple way to invest in Biotech and enjoy the wealth it will create, the most exciting developments in Biotech, and much more. His new book ‘Our Future is Biotech' is available to purchase on amazon at the link in the show notes - https://amzn.to/4g71UKH Today's podcast is supported and sponsored by Clean Foods Meal Prep. The removal of over 90 minutes of cooking and meal prep each week has been a big win for me, while the meals are tastier and more varied ingredients than I would manage cooking them myself. And the meals are cooked fresh each Saturday and midweek in Glasgow before being delivered across the UK. Visit https://cleanfoodsmealprep.com/?ref=cambro today and use CAMBRO to save 15% on your order. Connect with Andrew: Website: https://plainenglishfinance.co.uk Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@PlainEnglishFinance LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewcraigpef/ Connect with Col: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/col.cambro/ Email List - https://mailchi.mp/548e38ba5942/colincambro Join patreon - patreon.com/ColCampbell This is not financial advice. The reason it's not financial advice is because it's not tailored to you. We discuss the principles of building wealth but if you want personalised advice, it's worth speaking to a financial advisor. As with everything financial, please do your own research.
Discover how to harness the untapped potential within your organization with Andrew Barry, the visionary CEO of Curious Lion. Andrew's journey from KPMG South Africa to leading a bespoke leadership development company is nothing short of inspiring. In our conversation, Andrew shares powerful strategies to unlock the capabilities of high-potential individuals, emphasizing the importance of adaptive intelligence and a growth mindset. Learn how Andrew's background, from teaching high school math to his expertise in leadership and executive education, has shaped his unique approach to training high-performing executives.Curiosity isn't just a trait; it's a game-changer. Andrew explains how companies can identify and cultivate high-potential leaders by fostering characteristics like learning agility, integrity, and the willingness to learn from failure. We delve into the mechanics of talent reviews and the critical role of structured, community-based learning experiences. By offering personal development opportunities and maintaining open conversations, businesses can keep their top talent engaged and motivated. Andrew's insights highlight the transformative power of experiential learning and lateral moves within organizations to ensure continuous growth and development.Andrew also sheds light on the profound impact of asking the right questions and embracing uncertainty. From internal rotations to innovative practices like manager swaps, discover how these strategies break down silos and promote diversity of thought. We touch on the interplay between curiosity, creativity, and AI, and how these elements can drive both personal and organizational growth. Finally, Andrew reflects on life, literature, and leadership, offering valuable lessons from his favorite books and philosophies. This episode is a treasure trove of wisdom for anyone looking to elevate their leadership potential and foster a thriving talent pipeline within their organization.
Today, we've got Andrew Lynch sharing insights from his extensive experience in the logistics industry, tracing his journey from a finance background to establishing his company! Andrew talks about the significant rise in cargo theft that causes market pressures, commoditization of freight services, and the challenges shippers face in recovering previous transportation expenditures. Don't miss out if you're looking to prioritize sustainable growth and mitigate risks within your business! About Andrew Lynch Andrew Lynch is President and Co-Founder of Zipline Logistics, an award-winning North American 3PL exclusively servicing the consumer-packaged goods sector. Lynch works alongside clients who have scaled from growing companies to multibillion-dollar brands by creating holistic logistics strategies. Lynch and his team leverage data intelligence and strong industry relationships to help clients uncover transportation savings, build scalable supply chain strategies, and ace retailer compliance programs. Starting his career in carrier procurement and management within a Fortune 100 logistics company, Lynch has held positions of responsibility in all areas of third-party logistics. Connect with Andrew Website: https://ziplinelogistics.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/zipline-logistics/ Email: info@ziplinelogistics.com
What strategies can multifamily investors use to navigate market fluctuations and ensure long-term success? This week, Andrew Cushman discusses the intricacies of asset management and investment strategies. He shares his journey from a chemical engineer to a successful real estate investor, emphasizing the importance of managing assets effectively to maximize returns. They dive into the current state of the multifamily market, exploring how different asset classes and regions are performing. Andrew also provides insights into his conservative underwriting approach and the significance of fixed-rate debt in uncertain economic times.[00:01 - 07:25] The Journey BeginsTransition from chemical engineering to real estateImportance of a supportive business partnerEarly challenges and lessons in house flipping[07:26 - 14:49] Multifamily Market InsightsThe bifurcated state of the multifamily marketImpact of market cycles on rental incomeRegional differences in market performance[14:50 - 21:39] Conservative Underwriting ExplainedDefinition and importance of conservative underwritingExamples of conservative assumptions in real estate dealsHow to mitigate risks through conservative strategies[21:40 - 28.43] Asset Management MasteryCritical role of asset management in real estate successStrategies for effective property managementThe importance of hands-on involvement in managing properties[28:44 - 34:42] Future of Real Estate and Interest RatesPredictions on interest rate trendsThe significance of fixed-rate loans in uncertain timesPreparing for future market opportunitiesConnect with Andrew:Website: https://www.vpacq.com/LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/andrewcushmanvpaLEAVE A 5-STAR REVIEW by clicking this link.WHERE CAN I LEARN MORE?Be sure to follow me on the below platforms:Subscribe to the podcast on Apple, Spotify, Google, or Stitcher.LinkedInYoutubeExclusive Facebook Groupwww.yonahweiss.comNone of this could be possible without the awesome team at Buzzsprout. They make it easy to get your show listed on every major podcast platform.Tweetable Quotes:"My philosophy is live where you love to live and invest where the returns are the best." - Andrew Cushman"When you're investing, don't make your investment completely contingent on the market or any other outcome going one way." - Andrew Cushman"The most important thing in making money in multifamily is asset management." - Andrew CushmanSupport the Show.
Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 120: In this episode, I sit down with Andrew Weisse, a former tech executive turned psychedelic advocate and writer. Andrew shares his profound journey of discovering the healing power of psychedelics. We discuss the importance of mystical experiences, the current wave of the psychedelic movement, and the crucial role of education in dispelling myths and promoting safe, informed use. Andrew also reflects on his personal insights from various psychedelic journeys and emphasizes the need for thorough integration work. Join us for an insightful conversation on understanding and harnessing the potential of psychedelics for healing and personal growth. About Andrew: Andrew M. Weisse is a former tech executive turned psychedelic advocate and writer. After a successful career in technology, Andrew now explores the potentials of psychedelics through a weekly blog, blending rigorous analysis with personal insights. Driven by personal experiences of loss and healing, Andrew aims to bridge the gap between scientific research and public understanding, promoting a well-informed and compassionate approach to psychedelic studies. Connect with Andrew: Website: https://thepsychedelicblog.substack.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEXHe4ZJ9OWi6yHHuUkFSCg LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewweisse?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only, and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #AndrewWeisse
Securing your financial future in the world of finance requires the ability to negotiate effectively with investment advisors and make wise investment decisions. This episode will examine the nuances of these talks and provide you with professional guidance and useful pointers to help you on your financial path. Join your host, Cindy Watson, as she has the opportunity to interview Andrew Parrillo. Stay tuned as we uncover strategies to effectively communicate with advisors and optimize your investments for long-term success. Andrew is the author of the renowned book Beat the Wealth Management Hustle. He is also the founder of Newport Capital Advisors and Victory Road Investors, and he serves as a general partner of a multi-manager hedge fund. Andrew's extensive experience and deep knowledge in the field make him the perfect expert to help us navigate the complex world of investment negotiations. Let's dive in! In this episode, you'll discover: Is it imperative for investment advisors to be prepared to negotiate their fees in order to align with regulatory requirements? Securities and Exchange Commission requirements for registered investment advisors The difference between securities brokers and legally fiduciaries What are the red flags? How should an advisor determine the specific risk and return preferences that you have? How do they align them with a portfolio strategy? What is a risk score and risk tolerance? How often should you expect changes in my portfolio? And many more! Learn more about Andrew: Website: www.victoryroad.com Get his book here! https://www.amazon.com/Beat-Wealth-Management-Hustle-Independently/dp/B0CSMZQ8H1 If you're looking to up-level your negotiation skills, I have everything from online to group to my signature one-on-one mastermind & VIP experiences available to help you better leverage your innate power to get more of what you want and deserve in life. Check out our website at www.practicingwithpurpose.org if that sounds interesting to you. Get Cindy's book here: Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Art-Feminine-Negotiation-Boardroom-Bedroom-ebook/dp/B0B8KPCYZP?inf_contact_key=94d07c699eea186d2adfbddfef6fb9e2&inf_contact_key=013613337189d4d12be8d2bca3c26821680f8914173f9191b1c0223e68310bb1 EBook https://www.amazon.com/Art-Feminine-Negotiation-Boardroom-Bedroom-ebook/dp/B0B8KPCYZP?inf_contact_key=94d07c699eea186d2adfbddfef6fb9e2&inf_contact_key=013613337189d4d12be8d2bca3c26821680f8914173f9191b1c0223e68310bb1 Barnes and Noble https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-art-of-feminine-negotiation-cindy-watson/1141499614?ean=9781631959776 CONNECT WITH CINDY: Website: www.womenonpurpose.ca Website: www.practicingwithpurpose.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/womenonpurposecommunity/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/womenonpurposecoaching/ LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/thecindywatson Show: https://www.womenonpurpose.ca/media/podcast-2/ X(Twitter): https://twitter.com/womenonpurpose1 YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@hersuasion Email: cindy@womenonpurpose.ca
“Three characteristics of an organization that is operating with maximal effectiveness are value, clarity, and flow." Are you feeling the strain of growth? Struggling to maintain alignment and efficiency as your organization scales? In this episode, I sit down with Steve Pereira and Andrew Davis, authors of the groundbreaking new book, “Flow Engineering”. Learn why traditional scaling methods focusing on rigid coordination can actually hinder progress and how flow engineering offers a solution. We delve into the challenges and paradox of scaling, the core principles of flow engineering, its five primary mapping techniques, and the leadership mindset shift required to create a culture of flow engineering. If you're looking to overcome misalignment and optimize performance as you scale, this episode is a must-listen! Listen out for: Career Journey - [00:01:33] The Problem with Scale - [00:07:12] The Dangers of Increasing Coordination - [00:14:49] The Paradox of Scale - [00:19:58] Flow Engineering - [00:23:34] 5 Primary Maps - [00:27:50] The Biggest Impact Maps - [00:32:31] All Maps are Wrong - [00:38:23] 5 Principles of Flow Engineering - [00:40:11] Leading Flow Engineering - [00:46:00] 3 Tech Lead Wisdom - [00:52:53] _____ Steve Pereira's BioSteve Pereira has spent over two decades improving the flow of work across organizations. He's worked through tech support, IT management, build and release engineering, and as a founding CTO for enterprise SaaS. After shifting to consulting large enterprises on value stream performance improvement, he created Flow Engineering to make value stream mapping simple, quick, and actionable. He serves as lead consultant for Visible Value Stream Consulting, as a board advisor to the Value Stream Management Consortium, Chair of the OASIS Value Stream Management Interoperability technical committee, and co-founder of the Flow Collective to bring flow-focused professionals together. Andrew Davis's BioAndrew Davis is a Salesforce DevOps specialist who's passionate about helping teams deliver innovation, build trust, and improve their performance. After studying engineering at Virginia Tech and Johns Hopkins he became a Buddhist monk, teaching and building meditation communities for almost 15 years. Since 2014, he's focused on the Salesforce platform as a developer, consultant, and architect. He launched Wipro's Salesforce DevOps practice, and focuses on promoting modern development practices for Salesforce. He is the Chief Product Officer for AutoRABIT, helping people understand the importance of DevOps for scaling Salesforce implementations. He lives in San Diego with his amazing wife and very cuddly dog. Follow Steve and Andrew: Website – flowengineering.org Steve's LinkedIn – linkedin.com/in/devopsto Andrew's LinkedIn – linkedin.com/in/andrewdavis-io Andrew's Twitter/ X – @AndrewDavis_io _____ Our Sponsors Manning Publications is a premier publisher of technical books on computer and software development topics for both experienced developers and new learners alike. Manning prides itself on being independently owned and operated, and for paving the way for innovative initiatives, such as early access book content and protection-free PDF formats that are now industry standard.Get a 45% discount for Tech Lead Journal listeners by using the code techlead45 for all products in all formats. Like this episode? Show notes & transcript: techleadjournal.dev/episodes/173. Follow @techleadjournal on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram. Buy me a coffee or become a patron.
Today's guest is none other than Andrew Reichert, the CEO and Founder of Birgo, a prominent private equity real estate firm based right here in Pittsburgh. With a staggering $312 million in assets under management spanning over 3,400 multifamily units, Andrew is a titan in the real estate investment arena. His keen entrepreneurial spirit not only drives the success of his business ventures but also extends to his vision for the future of real estate and entrepreneurship. Andrew's dedication to community involvement serves as an inspiration, demonstrating that success is not only measured by financial achievements but also by the positive impact one can make in the lives of others. Throughout our conversation, Andrew delves into his entrepreneurial journey, having founded four companies and contributed to numerous startups. We explore Birgo's strategies for raising capital, purchasing, and effectively managing multifamily residential real estate, shedding light on key market insights and investment strategies. Additionally, Andrew shares his passion for community involvement and nonprofit work, including his commitment to financial literacy through a nonprofit he founded and his active participation in local charities. In this episode, we talked about: Andrew's Entrepreneurial journey, his background and leadership Transitioning to multifamily syndications and his real estate investment strategies His current market insights and debt underwriting process Personal insights and advice about the importance of community work and his involvement in non profit organizations Connect with Andrew: Website: https://www.birgo.com/capital Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/birgocapital Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/birgocapital/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/birgocapital/ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/real-returns/id1642761377 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@realreturns Connect with Pantheon Investments: Join the Pantheon Investor Club: https://pantheoninvest.com/investor-signup/ Website: www.pantheoninvest.com Podcast: www.pantheoninvest.com/podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PantheonInvest Instagram: www.instagram.com/pantheoninvest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pantheon-invest Twitter: https://twitter.com/Pantheon_Invest Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8EsPFlwQUpMXgRMvrmbAfQ Holistic Wealth Strategy Book: https://www.amazon.com/Holistic-Wealth-Strategy-Framework-Extraordinary-ebook/dp/B0BX4SDMS7/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=holistic+wealth+strategy&qid=1681472301&sprefix=holistic+wealth%2Caps%2C99&sr=8-1 Email: info@pantheoninvest.com Get your FREE copy of the book here: https://holisticwealthstrategy.com/
Join Susan Sly for a captivating discussion with Andrew Bart, CEO and co-founder of Algo Face, as they probe into his entrepreneurial journey and unique approach. Andrew's story spans from balancing a business part-time with a full-time C-suite role to turning personal loss into a successful venture, showcasing resilience and positivity. Discover the power of networking, family values, and organic community building as Andrew shares insights from his 15-year journey of hosting gatherings and connecting like-minded individuals. Explore Algo Face's groundbreaking work in face AI solutions, which enable hyper-realistic digital avatars and vital sign detection. Embrace the entrepreneurial spirit with Andrew's wisdom on staying grounded, fostering genuine connections, and serving others while making magic happen in business. About Andrew Bart: Andrew has 20 years of experience as an early and growth stage C-Suite executive focused on business development, strategic partnerships, venture building, and scaling technology organizations. Andrew's career highlights include serving on the startup team at iCrossing (exited to Hearst $325MM), bootstrapping a Supply Chain MarTech venture from ideation to exit, operating a 50+ technology venture portfolio spanning six continents, serving as a lead investor and growth executive at ClearVoice (exited to FIVERR $600MM IPO), and serving as growth executive of InterPayments (acquired by InterPrivate). Andrew graduated with honors from Arizona State University. Connect with Andrew: Website algoface.ai Linkedin @andrew-bart-4a904041/ About Susan Sly: Susan Sly is a Tech Co-founder and Co-CEO, a tech investor, best-selling author, keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and host of the highly acclaimed podcast – Raw and Real Entrepreneurship. Susan has appeared on CNN, CNBC, Fox, Lifetime Television, The CBN, The Morning Show in Australia and been quoted in MarketWatch, Yahoo Finance, Forbes, and more. She holds Certificates in Management and Leadership, Technology and Operations, and Strategy and Innovation from MIT. Susan is the author of 7 books. Her book project with NY Times Best Selling Author, Jack Canfield, made six Amazon Best Selling lists. Connect With Susan: Twitter @Susanslylive Twitter @rawandrealentr1 LinkedIn @susansly Facebook @susanslylive Website https://susansly.com/
Tinka Robev and Andrew Azzopardi design and produce contemporary puzzles that feed the soul and challenge the mind. These are not your average, everyday puzzles - they feature intricately-cut pieces that turn tried-and-true puzzle solving tactics upside down. They even come with difficulty ratings - that's how challenging some of these puzzles are to solve.They weren't always puzzle makers. After meeting in university while studying architecture and design, this duo went on to launch a multidisciplinary design and branding agency. It was a few years later, during the coronavirus pandemic, that they came up with the idea to launch a puzzle company to encourage more people to get off their devices and to inspire social bonding moments.Puzzle Lab is dedicated to fabricating heirloom-quality puzzles that are crafted with care in their own studio in British Columbia, Canada, using high-quality materials and thick, sturdy wooden pieces. They love collaborating with other creative people so their puzzles often feature artwork by both established and up-and-coming Canadian artists.They are committed to being eco-conscious in every decision they make and they support social causes through their Puzzle with a Purpose series.On this episode, host Angela de Burger chats with Tinka and Andrew about how they established Puzzle Lab, their process for creating such unique designs, their collaborations with artists, their Puzzle with a Purpose series and their commitment to being eco-conscious in everything they do.Say hi to Tinka and Andrew: Website - puzzle-lab.com Instagram - @the.puzzlelab Facebook - /the.puzzlelab----Creative Pulse Podcast socials: Instagram: creativepulsepodcast Twitter: @CreativePulseTWMusic credit: https://www.purple-planet.com
On episode 251 I am joined by Dr. Andrew Hill, founder of the Peak Brain Institute. Dr Andrew holds a PhD in Cognitive Neuroscience from UCLA and has extensive experience in the field of neurofeedback and QEEG. He is an expert in functional brain health and performance optimisation, and has lectured on Neuroscience, Gerontology, & Psychology at UCLA. Peak Brain is a network of dedicated Biohackers, Neuroscientists, Coaches, Wellness Providers, Therapists, and Trainers, who can help you understand your brain and create customised plans for change, towards your goals. You can find Peak Brain Coaches at their offices throughout the United States and Europe or wherever you are in the world through their remote programs. Peak Brain wants you to know yourself, to understand your brain, and to be able to take that perspective into action. Peak Brain wants to help you demystify your brain and learn how it performs and how it works. And through their neuroscience-backed interventions, they want to teach you to overcome any bottlenecks in brain performance. In this episode you will hear: 00:00 Intro 04:00 Dr. Hill's personal journey into neuroscience 12:30 principles of neurofeedback 22:50 strategies for enhancing brain health 31:35 the impact of technology on brain performance 41:20 holistic approaches to mental wellness 01:06:01 Dr. Andrew's Heartprint Those with ears, let them hear. Always love Ryan Connect with Dr. Andrew Website: https://peakbraininstitute.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/andrewhillphd/ https://www.instagram.com/peakbrainla/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewhillucla/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drhill Connect with Always Better than Yesterday Website: https://abty.co.uk/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alwaysbetterthanyesterdayuk/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/abty/ Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/weareabty Join our mail list here for exclusive content here: https://abty.co.uk/contact Sign up for our coaching here: https://abty.co.uk/coaching Thank you to our supporters Exhale Healthy Coffee. Exhale is the first coffee to be sourced, roasted and lab tested specifically to maximise its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory potency. An independent lab test showed one cup of Exhale coffee has the same antioxidant power as 1.8kg of blueberries or 55 oranges! Get £10 off your first bag when you visit https://exhalecoffee.com/abty Please email your questions and comments to podcast@abty.co.uk #DrAndrewHill #PeakBrainInstitute #neurofeedback
Time management has been around for a long time. But after Covid and remote work, that has been turned on its head. How do you successfully balance work, family, marriage, kids, and time for yourself? Patty's guest today, Andrew Hartman, the founder of Time Boss, shares his personal experience of high stress and burnout to leading to him creating revolutionized solutions for time management. The discussion covers the reasons for time struggles in our current information era and the need for understanding how to wisely manage time for maintaining mental health and productivity. Time Boss is a model to prioritize tasks effectively and manage a healthy balance between personal life and professional responsibilities. We all feel the struggle and Andrew gives real advice on how to begin to gain control over your time and prioritize the things that matter most. Find more about Andrew: Website: https://www.timeboss.us X: https://twitter.com/TimeBossUs IG: https://www.instagram.com/timebossus/ LI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/time-boss/ Your Daily Chocolate is in the top 10% of podcasts worldwide, so let's boost it up even higher. Take 10 seconds today and share the show with some friends that you know will love it, and make 2024 an even brighter year for those you care about. Please consider supporting this podcast with a modest contribution here - just hit the "support" button to continue to hear good news from big name inspiring guests - Ad free! Be sure to subscribe to the newsletter at yourdailychocolate.com for extra content and all sorts of good stuff. If you like the show, please rate and review, or share it with anyone you think would like a little good news in their life. You can also subscribe to Your Daily Chocolate on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or your preferred platform. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patty-deutsche/support
A common conversation in vineyard management is knowing how to spray your vineyard effectively. On today's episode, we have a conversation with Dr. Andrew Landers, who wrote the book on vineyard spraying. He brings more than 30 years of research and development on vineyard and orchard spraying technologies and techniques to share with us. In this episode, we discuss various tools and techniques to get the most out of your equipment and your product. This ranges from backpack sprayers when first starting to the best types of nozzles and how to calibrate your equipment for the most effective-sized droplets. Blasting clouds of spray into the air is a waste of product and something we'd like to leave in our past. Dr. Landers focuses on effectively getting the droplets from the nozzle to the plant and ensuring long-lasting equipment and a well-sprayed vineyard. Listen in to learn all about effectively spraying your vineyard and helping your grapes thrive. In this episode, you will hear: What factors affect an effective spray, and why air blasting is a thing of the past. Strategies for optimizing sprayer airflow and coverage. The product concentration in the tank versus the actual product rate per acre. How to know that the product is hitting the target. Difference between a canopy and herbicide nozzle. Common mistakes in vineyard spraying Sprayer technologies that Dr. Landers thinks have the most potential. Follow and Review: We'd love for you to follow us if you haven't yet. Click the ‘+ Follow' button in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second, and it helps spread the word about the podcast. Resources: Visit effectivespraying.com to purchase Dr. Andrew Landers' book Effective Vineyard Spraying or his other books - Effective Orchard Spraying and the Farm Machinery Book. If you have questions about today's episode or other grape growing questions, go to VineyardUndergroundPodcast.com and click the Ask Fritz button. Come grow with Fritz through VirtualViticultureAcademy.com! Save $75 off your first year of membership with the code Underground at checkout. Today's Guest: Dr. Andrew Landers is an award-winning researcher and author and currently works as a consultant in precision spray technology. Previously, he directed the application technology program for Cornell University's New York State Agricultural Experiment Station in Geneva, New York, where he focused on using engineering solutions to provide more effective and safer spraying. Connect with Andrew: Website: https://effectivespraying.com/ Email: effectivespraying@gmail.com Episode Sponsor: Thank you to our friends at Bahco for their sponsorship of today's episode. As innovators for more than 165 years, Bahco has introduced the most advanced tools in the world, and Bacho products are manufactured in factories across Europe. I exclusively prune with the Bacho ERGO™ Bypass Secateurs with Elastomer Coated Fixed Handle (size medium). Visit www.bahco.com/int_en to find a dealer near you to get the best pruning tools on the market, along with hedging tools, tying tools, picking tools, and more. Episode Credits If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Emerald City Productions. They helped me grow and produce the podcast you are listening to right now. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com. Let them know we sent you.
Have you ever wondered how the journey from house hacking to acquiring 350+ multifamily units unfolds, and what it takes to thrive in the multifamily acquisitions space? In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of multifamily acquisitions with Andrew Hinton from GL Capital. Andrew shares his unique journey from starting with a simple house hack to owning over 350 units, revealing the strategic steps and mindset shifts required to scale in the real estate investment world. With a focus on value-add plays, Andrew discusses the importance of operational efficiency, the impact of market trends on investment strategies, and how to build a resilient portfolio that stands the test of time. Andrew is head of acquisitions, development, sales & marketing for GL Capital. In these roles, Andrew leads in the sourcing of new projects and due diligence process; oversees asset redevelopment, construction, and renovations; also he manages the sales and marketing process to raise capital for acquisitions and dispose of assets for big payouts to investors. [00:00:00 - 00:05:00] The Genesis of a Multifamily Mogul: Andrew's start with house hacking, the leap to multifamily units, and the power of syndication. The concept and initial success of house hacking. Transitioning from single units to multifamily properties. The importance of syndication in scaling real estate investments. [00:05:00 - 00:10:00] Scaling Strategies and Early Challenges: From 39 to 350+ units, navigating the growth of a real estate portfolio. Strategies for scaling real estate investments. The role of partnerships and private equity. Overcoming challenges in the early stages of portfolio growth. [00:10:00 - 00:15:00] Market Insights and Investment Philosophy: Andrew's take on current market conditions and investment criteria. Analysis of market trends and their impact on real estate. Investment criteria and spotting opportunities. Long-term growth expectations and investment patience. [00:15:00 - 00:18:00] Operational Excellence in Property Management: The ins and outs of managing multifamily units effectively. Strategies for adding value through operational efficiencies. The importance of a skilled maintenance and management team. Leveraging technology and outsourcing for efficiency. [00:18:00 - 00:22:00] Building a Sustainable Real Estate Business: Andrew discusses the importance of team building, community impact, and future goals. The role of a strong team in scaling a real estate business. Impact on the community and ethical investing. Future aspirations and advice for upcoming investors. Quotes: “I believe the real estate market has evolved significantly. The protective measures now in place have created a buffer, making the market more resilient and investors considerably safer than before." - Andrew Hinton Connect with Andrew: Website: https://glcapital.io/ WANT TO LEARN MORE? Connect with me through LinkedIn. Or send me an email at sujata@luxe-cap.com Visit my website, www.luxe-cap.com, or my YouTube channel. Thanks for tuning in! If you liked my show, LEAVE A 5-STAR REVIEW, like, and subscribe!
You're a top performer at work. Your manager routinely praises you and you've been taking on more responsibilities as your team and your company grows. With all of these positive indicators, a thought has been in the back of your mind - “I deserve a raise.” Those 2 to 3% increases you've received the last couple of years aren't making a major difference to your financial situation let alone keeping up with inflation.Even with this information though, you haven't gotten the courage to talk to your manager. Maybe your company is going through a difficult period or you have a great relationship with your manager and you're afraid this conversation would add some tension or awkwardness.So what are you going to do?This episode is going to kick off with my friend Andrew Giancola breaking down some of the math behind why you can't continue to ignore this problem. I'll let him share the details but essentially, negotiating a raise every few years will make a drastic impact on your earning power. We are talking mid-6 figures or more!This can't be ignored…but it also needs to be handled professionally. Busting into your manager's office demanding a raise because you're fed up with being underpaid isn't the solution either. So once again, what are you going to do?The good news is you don't have to answer that question because Andrew will do it for you. Andrew Giancola hosts The Personal Finance Podcast, where he helps listeners discover how to easily save, invest, and grow their money to build generational wealth. One of Andrew's favorite topics to discuss is how to ask for a raise because he knows how impactful yet sensitive it can be.In this episode, we are going to walk through his step-by-step process of asking for a raise including initiating the conversation, proving your worth, making the ask, and getting a yes. I love his system because it is built around intentional communication and it is going to make it easy for someone that is nervous to approach their manager. I also think his step-by-step process won't leave you looking like someone ungrateful but instead, treated like a professional that knows their worth.If you're interested in making more money and getting on the path to early financial independence make sure to hit the follow button because we will be covering both of those topics extensively this year.Alright, I hope you enjoy my conversation with…the man who went from living paycheck to paycheck to becoming a millionaire by 32…Andrew Giancola.Key Takeaways:How a small raise compounds into a 7-figure accumulationWhen to start the conversation about a raiseScript for opening the conversation with your managerHow to demonstrate your value during the processAvoiding an awkward conversation with your managerHow to make it so easy they have to say yesCommon objections and how to handle themWhat to do if your manager or company says noHow to ask for a raise when you work from homeMentions:Asking for a Raise E-Book: https://mastermoney.co/get-that-raise-ebook/More of Andrew:Website: https://mastermoney.co/Podcast: https://mastermoney.co/podcast/More of The Struggle is Real:Find show notes and more at https://www.tsirpodcast.com/Follow us on Instagram at
How can the discipline and mindset developed through rigorous activities like Ironman triathlons transform your approach to business and personal life? In this episode, Andrew Keel, a Mobile Home Park investor and an avid Ironman triathlete, shares his journey of participating in over ten Ironman triathlons and how this experience has profoundly impacted his business acumen, family life, and overall mindset. From the meticulous planning and preparation required for these endurance events to instilling the belief that 'anything is possible' in his children, Andrew's story is a testament to the power of resilience and strategic thinking. [00:01 - 04:46] Ironman as a Metaphor for Life The importance of planning and preparation in both triathlons and business Building self-belief and confidence through challenging pursuits The impact of setting a positive example for children regarding mindset and possibilities [04:47 - 07:04] Juggling Family, Business, and Training The necessity of early morning routines for balancing responsibilities Efficient time management to accommodate family, business, and personal goals The misconception about the intensity and duration of Ironman training. [07:05 - 09:50] Closing Segment Confronting and overcoming limiting beliefs The significance of incremental progress in achieving large goals The value of mentorship and coaching in personal and professional development Quotes: "Anything is possible. If I really focus on it and give it my all" - Andrew Keel "You know, okay, you want to own 100 mobile home parks someday. Okay. Well, how do you get there? Well, you do it one at a time." - Andrew Keel Connect with Andrew: Website: https://keelteam.com/ LinkedIn: Andrew Keel Instagram: @keelteam Podcast: Passive Mobile Home Park Investing WANT TO LEARN MORE? Connect with me through LinkedIn. Or send me an email at sujata@luxe-cap.com Visit my website, www.luxe-cap.com, or my YouTube channel. Thanks for tuning in! If you liked my show, LEAVE A 5-STAR REVIEW, like, and subscribe!
Can innovative real estate strategies transform the landscape of affordable housing? In this enlightening episode. Suja welcomes Andrew Keel, CEO of Keel Team Real Estate Investments, to explore the intriguing world of mobile home park investing. Andrew shares his journey from starting with residential real estate to building a $100 million portfolio in mobile home parks. The discussion delves into strategies for value addition, managing properties across states, and the socio-economic impact of mobile home parks. This episode offers a deep dive into the complexities and opportunities within the mobile home park industry. Let's dive in! [00:01- 07:15] The Genesis of a Mobile Home Park Mogul Andrew's transition from residential real estate to mobile home park investing The importance of low barrier of entry in mobile home investing Insights into the scalability and cash flow benefits of mobile home parks [07:16- 15:37] Expanding Horizons: Strategies and Scalability Exploring Andrew's growth strategies and how he scales operations The significance of direct dealings with park owners The benefits of professional management in mobile home parks [15:38- 25:17] Overcoming Challenges: Regulation and Market Dynamics Discussion on regulatory hurdles and adapting to changing market conditions Navigating through interest rate fluctuations The importance of tenant relations in park management [25:18- 30:35] The Future of Affordable Housing and Investment Potential Exploring the role of mobile home parks in affordable housing and investment appeal Mobile home parks as a solution for affordable housing crisis Environmental and societal benefits of mobile home park investments [30:36- 34:37] Closing Segment Andrew's vision for the future and advice for aspiring investors Long-term vision in mobile home park investing The impact of community building and social responsibility Quotes: "It's about creating a win-win for tenants and investors." - Andrew Keel "Mobile home parks could be the key to solving the affordable housing crisis." - Andrew Keel Connect with Andrew: Website: https://keelteam.com/ LinkedIn: Andrew Keel Instagram: @keelteam Podcast: Passive Mobile Home Park Investing WANT TO LEARN MORE? Connect with me through LinkedIn. Or send me an email at sujata@luxe-cap.com Visit my website, www.luxe-cap.com, or my YouTube channel. Thanks for tuning in! If you liked my show, LEAVE A 5-STAR REVIEW, like, and subscribe!
Today's guest is my dear friend, Andrew DeGregorio. He's an Energetic Mentor, Author, and Business Coach who has helped hundreds of entrepreneurs, coaches, and impact-driven individuals to weave Soul through business, relationships, and life. After a near-death experience, he found himself on a path of self-actualization and service. This episode is jam-packed with mind-opening discussions about the meaning of life, spiritual awakenings, and the adventurous journey of self-discovery. We explore the importance of coping with emotions and using tools like meditation and EMDR therapy for healing. In this episode, Andrew and I go deeper into: ► Feeling Safe and Supported During Spiritual Awakening ► Integrating the Soul and Personality ► The Impact of Energetic Alignment on Company Culture Expect lots of laughter, stories from our personal encounters, and a dash of lighthearted banter. So without any further ado, press play if you're ready to jump on in… For full show notes, resources, and links: https://www.samanthaskelly.com/episode-276-andrew-degregorio-near-death-spiritual-awakening Learn more about Andrew: ► Website: https://www.andrewdegregorio.com/ ► IG: https://www.instagram.com/awakealignment/ The Pause Breathwork App is the #1 app to clear stress using your breath. Download the app here: https://pause.live/Pause-Breathwork-App About Can't Be Contained Can't Be Contained' is the unscripted, unedited – fully uncontained journal entries & real-life experiences of those who follow their bliss & intuitive hits, the freedom seekers, the sacred rebels – the ones who are here to disrupt what proceeded us & create what is ahead of us. Subscribe now to stay tuned for every episode!
As I have always told our guests, our time together is a conversation, not an interview. This was never truer than with our guest this time, Andrew Leland. Andrew grew up with what most people would call a pretty normal childhood. However, as he discovered he was encountering night blindness that gradually grew worse. Back in the 1980s and early 90s, he was not getting much support for determining what was happening with his eyes. He did his own research and decided that he was experiencing retinitis pigmentosa, a degenerative eye disease that first affects peripheral vision and eventually leads to total blindness. I won't spend time discussing Andrew's journey toward how finally doctors verified his personal diagnosis. Andrew was and is an incredible researcher and thinker. He comes by it naturally. In addition, he is quite a writer and has had material published by The New York Times Magazine, The New Yorker, McSweeney's Quarterly, and The San Francisco Chronicle, among other outlets. He comes by his talents honestly through family members who have been screenwriters and playwrights. Example? His grandfather was Marvin Neal Simon, better known to all of us as Neal Simon. This year Andrew's first book was published. It is entitled, The Country of the Blind: A Memoir at the End of Sight. I urge you to get and read it. Our conversation goes into detail about blindness in so many different ways. I am sure you will find that your own views of blindness will probably change as you hear our discussion. Andrew has already agreed to come on again so we can continue our discussions. I hope you enjoy our time together. About the Guest: Andrew Leland's first book is The Country of the Blind: A Memoir at the End of Sight. His_ writing has appeared in _The New York Times Magazine, The New Yorker, McSweeney's Quarterly, and The San Francisco Chronicle, among other outlets. From 2013-2019, he hosted and produced The Organist, an arts and culture podcast, for KCRW; he has also produced pieces for Radiolab and 99 Percent Invisible. He has been an editor at The Believer since 2003. He lives in western Massachusetts with his wife and son. Ways to connect with Andrew: Website: https://www.andrewleland.org/ About the Host: Michael Hingson is a New York Times best-selling author, international lecturer, and Chief Vision Officer for accessiBe. Michael, blind since birth, survived the 9/11 attacks with the help of his guide dog Roselle. This story is the subject of his best-selling book, Thunder Dog. Michael gives over 100 presentations around the world each year speaking to influential groups such as Exxon Mobile, AT&T, Federal Express, Scripps College, Rutgers University, Children's Hospital, and the American Red Cross just to name a few. He is Ambassador for the National Braille Literacy Campaign for the National Federation of the Blind and also serves as Ambassador for the American Humane Association's 2012 Hero Dog Awards. https://michaelhingson.com https://www.facebook.com/michael.hingson.author.speaker/ https://twitter.com/mhingson https://www.youtube.com/user/mhingson https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelhingson/ accessiBe Links https://accessibe.com/ https://www.youtube.com/c/accessiBe https://www.linkedin.com/company/accessibe/mycompany/ https://www.facebook.com/accessibe/ Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the podcast If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app. Leave us an Apple Podcasts review Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts. Transcription Notes Michael Hingson ** 00:00 Access Cast and accessiBe Initiative presents Unstoppable Mindset. The podcast where inclusion, diversity and the unexpected meet. Hi, I'm Michael Hingson, Chief Vision Officer for accessiBe and the author of the number one New York Times bestselling book, Thunder dog, the story of a blind man, his guide dog and the triumph of trust. Thanks for joining me on my podcast as we explore our own blinding fears of inclusion unacceptance and our resistance to change. We will discover the idea that no matter the situation, or the people we encounter, our own fears, and prejudices often are our strongest barriers to moving forward. The unstoppable mindset podcast is sponsored by accessiBe, that's a c c e s s i capital B e. Visit www.accessibe.com to learn how you can make your website accessible for persons with disabilities. And to help make the internet fully inclusive by the year 2025. Glad you dropped by we're happy to meet you and to have you here with us. Michael Hingson ** 01:21 Welcome to another episode of unstoppable mindset where inclusion diversity in the unexpected meet. And we're gonna get to have a little bit of all of that today. I get to interview someone who I've talked to a couple of times and met a couple of months ago for the first time, I think the first time at a meeting, Andrew Leland is the author of the country of the blind. And he will tell us about that. And we will have lots of fun things to talk about. I am sure he's been a podcaster. He's an author. Needless to say, he's written things. And I don't know what else we'll see what other kinds of secrets we can uncover. Fair warning, right. So Andrew, welcome to unstoppable mindset. Andrew Leland ** 02:01 Thank you. Thank you so much for having me. I'm happy to be here. Michael Hingson ** 02:04 Well, I really appreciate you coming. Why don't you start by telling us a little about kind of the early Andrew growing up in some of that kind of stuff? Oh, sure. A lot of times go in a galaxy far, far away. Yeah. Right. Andrew Leland ** 02:18 planet called the Los Angeles. I was born in LA. Yeah. And my parents moved to New York pretty quickly. And they split when I was two. So for most of my childhood, I was kind of bouncing in between, I live with my mom. But then I would go visit my dad on holidays. And my mom moved around a lot. So we were in New York, just outside the city. And then we moved to Toronto for two years, and then back to New York, and then to Santa Fe, New Mexico, and then to California, Southern California. So I lived a lot of places. And that was all before college. And yeah, what can I tell you about young Andrew, I, you know, I always was interested in writing and reading. And I come from a family of writers. My mom is a screenwriter, my grandfather was a playwright. My aunt is a novelist. And so and my dad, you know, remember when I was a kid, he had a column for videography magazine, and has always been super interested in digital technology, you know, from the earliest days of desktop publishing. And he worked for, like early days of USA Network, you know, so like this kind of shared interest that I inherited from my parents of, you know, creativity and media, I guess was one way you could put it, you know, storytelling and sort of like playing around with electronic media. And, you know, I grew up I was born in 1980. So by the time I was an adolescent, the internet was just starting to reach its tendrils into our lives. And I remember my dad bought me a modem. And when I was like, I don't know 14 or something. And I was definitely one of the first kids in my class to have a modem and you know, messing around on message boards and stuff. So that was very influential for me. You know, when it was around that time that I started to notice that I had night blindness, and I kind of diagnosed myself with retinitis pigmentosa on that early web, you know, before the days of WebMD or anything like that, but it just there didn't seem to be a lot of causes for adolescent night blindness. And so I kind of figured it out and then sort of just compartmentalized it like kick that information to the side somewhere dusty corner of my brain and just went about my life and then it wasn't until later my teenage years I'd already done a year in college I think in Ohio where I said you know what, this is getting a little more intrusive and then I've that my mom finally booked me an appointment at a at a real deal, you know, medical retinal Research Center and at UCLA. And then, you know, an actual retinal specialist said, Yep, you've got retina is pigmentosa. You'll you Will, you know, maintain decent vision into middle age and then it'll fall off a cliff. Once again, I just carried that information around for, you know, the next 20 years or so. And I'm 4040 How old am I? Mike? 22 years old? Right? Well, I actually I'm a December baby. So we gotta go, Okay, you got a couple of months to go a 42 year old medicine me. You know, and at this point in my life, you know, I had the, you know, I read about all this in the book, but I have a feeling that, like that part of his diagnosis way back when is coming true, you know, and I feel like, okay, it's all finally happening, and like, it's happening more quickly, but then my current doctor is kind of careful to reassure me that that's not actually happening. And that RP, you know, their understanding of it has evolved since then. And there's like, you know, different genetic profiles, and that, in fact, maybe I might have some residual useful vision for many years to come. But one of the things that I really wrestled with, both in the book and just in my life is the question of, you know, how much to claim to that site and how useful that site really is. And, and, and trying to figure out what, what it means to be blind, if I'm blind, you know, certainly legally blind, you know, I've half got about five or six degrees of, of central vision. You know, and so, so, so my so So, I've left your question behind at this point. But I wrote, I wrote this book, in some ways to answer that question of, like, where I, where I fit into this world of blindness? And am I an outsider, or am I an insider? like at what point do I get to be part of the club and all those really tricky questions that were really bothering me as a person, I got to kind of explore in the form of a book. Michael Hingson ** 06:52 The interesting thing about what you said in the book, however, concerning Are you an outsider or an insider, Am I blind? Or am I not? is, of course a question that everyone wrestles with. And I personally like the Jernigan definition, have you ever read his article, a definition of blindness? Andrew Leland ** 07:11 Oh, maybe tell me what he says. So what he says Michael Hingson ** 07:15 is that you should consider yourself blind from a functional standpoint, when your eyesight decreases to the point where you have to use alternatives to vision to be able to perform tasks. Now, having said that, that doesn't mean that you shouldn't use the residual vision that you have. But what you should do is learn blindness techniques, and learn to psychologically accept that from a blindness standpoint, or from a from a functional standpoint, you are blind, but you do also have eyesight, then there's no reason not to use that. But you still can consider yourself a blind person, because you are using alternatives to eyesight in order to function and do things. Andrew Leland ** 08:00 Yeah, no, I have heard that from the NFB I didn't realize its source was Jernigan. But I really aspire to live my life that way. You know, I think it's, there are some days when it's easier than others. But, you know, I'm here, learning, you know, practicing Braille, using my white cane every day, you know, like learning jaws and trying to try to keep my screen reader on my phone as much as possible. And it's funny how it becomes almost like a moral mind game that I play with myself where I'm like, okay, like, Wow, it's so much easier to use my phone with a screen reader. Like, why don't I just leave it on all the time, but then inevitably, I get to like a inaccessible website, or like, I'm trying to write and write a text message. And I'm like, Oh, am I really going to like use the rotor to like, go back up, you know, to these words, and so then I turn it back off, and then I leave it off. And I'm just like, constantly messing with my own head and this way, and I've heard from, from folks with ARPI, who are more blind than I am, who have less vision. And there is the sense that like, one relief of even though it's, you know, incontrovertibly, incontrovertibly inconvenient to have less vision, right? Like there's there's certain affordances that vision gives you that shouldn't make life easier. But But one thing that I've heard from these folks is that, you know, that kind of constant obsessing and agonizing over like, how much vision do I have? How much vision am I going to have tomorrow? How am I going to do this, with this much vision versus that much vision? Like when that goes away? It is a bit of a relief I've heard. Michael Hingson ** 09:28 Yeah, I mean, if it ultimately comes down to you can obsess over it, you can stress about it. What can I do if I lose this extra vision or not? Is is a question but the other side of it is why assume that just because you lose vision, you can't do X or Y. And that's the thing that I think so many people tend to not really deal with. I believe that we have totally an inconsistent and wrong definition of disability. Anyway, I believe that everyone on the planet has a disability. And for most people, the disability is like dependents. And my case from then my way from making that is look at what Thomas Edison did in 1878. He invented the electric light bulb, which allowed people to have light on demand. So they could function in the dark, because they couldn't really function in the dark until they had light on demand, or unless they had a burning stick or something that gave us light. But the reality is, they still had a disability. And no matter how much today we offer light on demand, and light on demand is a fine thing. No, no problem with it. But recognize that still, without that light on demand, if a if a power failure happens or something and the lights go out, sighted people are at least in a world of hurt until they get another source for light on demand. Mm hmm. I was I was invited to actually Kelly and Ryan's Oscar after party to be in the audience this year. So we went to the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel, which is fun. I used to go there for NFB of California conventions, a great hotel, man. So we got there about three o'clock on Thursday, on Saturday afternoon, and it was my niece and nephew and I and we were all there. And we just dropped our luggage off. And we're going downstairs when suddenly I heard screaming, and I asked my niece, what's going on. And she said, there's been a power failure in and around the hotel. And I'd love to try to spread the rumor that it was all Jimmy Kimmel trying to get attention. But no one's bought that. But but the but the point is that suddenly people didn't know what to do. And I said, doesn't seem like a problem to me. And you know, it's all a matter of perspective. But we really have to get to this idea that it doesn't matter whether you can see or not. And you pointed out very well, in your book that blindness is not nearly so much the issue psychologically, as is our attitude about blindness? Absolutely. Andrew Leland ** 11:58 Yeah, I remember I interviewed Mark Riccobono, the current president of the National Federation of the Blind, and he made a very similar point, when we were talking about the nature of accommodations, which is something that I still I'm thinking a lot about is I think it's a very tricky idea. And a very important idea, which I think your your your idea of light dependency gets at, you know, in America, Bono's point was, you know, look, we have the the BR headquarters here in Baltimore, and we pay a pretty hefty electricity bill, to keep the lights on every month, and that, you know, the blind folks who work there, it's not for them, right? It's for all the sighted people who come and visit or work at the at the center. And in some ways, that's a reasonable accommodation, that the NFB is making for the sighted people that they want to be inclusive of right. And so that just even that idea of like, what is a reasonable accommodation? I think you're right, that we think of it as like the poor, unfortunate disabled people who need to be brought back to some kind of norm that's at the center. And there's the kind of reframing that you're doing when you talk about light dependency or that Riccobono is doing when he talks about, you know, his electricity bill, you know, it kind of gives the lie to puts the lie to that, that idea that, that the norm takes precedence. And the reality is that, you know, that we all need accommodations, like you say, and so what's reasonable, is really based on what, what humans deserve, which is which is to be included, and to be, you know, to have access equal access, that Michael Hingson ** 13:38 ought to be the norm. Jacobus timbre wrote a speech called the pros and cons of preferential treatment that was then paired down to a shorter article called a preference for equality. And I haven't, I've been trying to find it, it's at the NFB center, but it isn't as readily available as I would like to see it. And he talks about what equality is, and he said, equality isn't that you do things exactly the same way it is that you have access and with whatever way you need to the same information. So you can't just say, Okay, well, here's a printed textbook, blind persons that's equal under the law, it's not. And he talks about the fact that we all really should be seeking equality and looking for what will give people an equal opportunity in the world. And that's really the issue that we so often just don't face, like we should. The fact of the matter is, it's a part of the cost of business, in general to provide electricity and lights. It's a part of the cost of business to provide for companies a coffee machine, although it's usually a touchscreen machine, but it's there. It's a cost of doing business to provide desks and computers with monitors and so on. But no one views provide Seeing a screen reader as part of the cost of business and nobody views providing a refreshable Braille display or other tools that might give me an equal opportunity to be a part of society, we don't view those as part of the cost of doing business, which we should, because that's what inclusion is really all about. You know, we don't, we don't deal with the fact or sometimes we do that some people are a whole lot shorter than others. And so we provide ladders or step stools, or whatever. But we don't provide cost of doing business concepts to a lot of the tools that say, I might need or you might need. Yeah, Andrew Leland ** 15:37 yeah, it's one thing that I've been thinking about lately is, is really even just the challenge of understanding what those accommodations are. Because, you know, I think I think, practically speaking in the world, you know, you'll, you'll call up a blind person and say, What do you need, you know, like, we're trying to make this art exhibit or this, you know, business or this, you know, HR software accessible, what do you need, you know, and that one blind person might be like, well, I use NVDA, you know, or that one blind person might be low vision, right. And they might be like, I use a screen magnifier. And it's so difficult to understand, like, what the accommodations are, that would be, that would be adequate to cover, like a reasonable sample. And so just like, it's just so much more complicated than it originally seems, you know, when you have a really well meaning person saying, like, we really value diversity, equity and inclusion and accessibility. And but then like, the distance between that well meeting gesture, and then actually pulling off something that's fully accessible to a wide swath of the whatever the users are, is just, it's just unfair, quickly, huge. So that's something that I'm thinking about a lot lately is like how to how do you approach that problem? Michael Hingson ** 16:46 Well, and I think, though, the at least as far as I can tell, I think about it a lot, as well, as I think any of us should. The fact is that one solution doesn't fit everyone, I'm sure that there are people, although I'm sure it's a minority, but there are people who don't like fluorescent lights as well as incandescent lights, and neither of them like other kinds of lighting as compared to whatever. And then you have people epilepsy, epilepsy who can't deal as well, with blinking lights are blinking elements on a webpage, there's there isn't ever going to be least as near as I can tell, one size that truly fits all, until we all become perfect in our bodies. And that's got a ways to go. So the reality is, I don't think there is one solution that fits everyone. And I think that you, you pointed it out, the best thing to do is to keep an open mind and say, Yeah, I want to hire a person who's qualified. And if that person is blind, I'll do it. And I will ask them what they need. You know, an example I could give you is, was it three years ago, I guess, four years ago, now actually, I was called by someone up in Canada, who is a lawyer who went to work for a college. And we were talking about IRA, artificial intelligent, remote assistance, a IRA, you know about IRA, you wrote about it. And she said, you know, a lot of the discovery and a lot of the documentation that I need to use is not accessible through even OCR to be overly accurate, because there will be deep degradations and print and so and so I can't rely on that. And certainly, Adobe's OCR isn't necessarily going to deal with all the things that I need. So I'd like to use IRA is that a reasonable accommodation? And I said, sure it is, if that's what you need in order to be able to have access to the information, then it should be provided. Now the laws are a little different up there. But nevertheless, she went to the college and made the case and they gave her iris so she could read on demand all day, any document that she needed, and she was able to do her job. And not everyone necessarily needs to do that. And hear in probably some quarters, maybe there are other accommodations that people could use instead of using IRA. But still, Ira opened up a VISTA for her and gave her access to being able to do a job and I think that we really need to recognize that one solution doesn't fit everything. And the best way to address it is to ask somebody, what do you need in order to do your job, and we will provide it or work it out. And here in the US, of course, given although they try to renege on it so much, but given the definition of what rehabilitation is supposed to do, they're supposed to be able to and help make people employable. They should be providing a lot of these tools and sometimes getting counselors to do that. Just like pulling teeth, I'm sure you know about that. Yeah, Andrew Leland ** 20:02 I do. I do. I mean, it's interesting because I think in the face of that complexity of saying, like, Okay, we like interviewed a dozen blind people, and we like have this we know, our website is it's compatible with all the screen readers. And, you know, this event, like, you know, let's say you're doing an event, and the website is compatible with every screen reader, and it's got dynamic types. So the low vision users are happy, you know, and then the event starts and you're like, oh, wait, we forgot about the existence of deafblind people, and there's no cart, or captioners. Here. And, you know, and then the question for me another another thing I've been thinking about lately is like, how do you respond to that, you know, like, what is the? What is the response? And even just like on a kind of, like, a social level, like, is it scathing indictment, like you, you terrible people, you know, you have you have like, you don't care about deaf blind people. And so I hereby cancel you, and I'm going to, like, tweet about how terrible you are? Or is there like a more benign approach, but then you don't get what you need. And like, sort of, and I think, I think a lot of this is a function of my having grown up without a disability, really, you know, I mean, like, growing up, my I went through my, my full education, without ever having to ask for an accommodation, you know, maybe I had to sit a little closer to the board a little bit. But you know, nothing, nothing like what I'm dealing with now. And I think as a result, I am just now starting to wrap my head around, like, how when self advocates and what styles are most effective. And I think that's another really important piece of this conversation, because it's easy, I think, to walk into, you know, cafe x, or, you know, I just did it the other day, yesterday, last night, I saw this really cool looking new magazine about radio, which was an interest of mine, like great for radio producers. And it was print only, you know, and I wrote like, Hey, how can I get an accessible copy of this cool look in new magazine? And they're like, Oh, actually, we're, we're putting our resources all it were kind of a shoestring operation, all our resources are going into the print edition right now. You know, and then, so then I had a question before me, right? Like, do I say, like, Hey, everybody, like, we must not rest until you agitate for these people to make their accessible thing, or I just sort of wrote a friendly note. And I was like, there's a lot of like, blind radio makers out there who might find your stuff interesting. And I like, affectionately urge you to make this accessible. And then, you know, their hearts seems to be in the right place. And they seem to be working on making it happen. So I don't know what's your what's your thinking about that? Like how to respond to those situations. Michael Hingson ** 22:34 So my belief is whether we like it or not, every one of us needs to be a teacher. And the fact is to deal with with what you just said, let's take the radio magazine, which magazine is it by the way? Oh, I Andrew Leland ** 22:51 didn't want to call them out by name. Oh, I'm Michael Hingson ** 22:52 sorry. I was asking for my own curiosity, being very interested in radio myself. So we Andrew Leland ** 22:57 give them some good and bad press simultaneously. It's called good tape. Okay, it's brand new. And at the moment, it's as of this recording, it's print only. And, Michael Hingson ** 23:06 and tape is on the way up a good tape. No, that's okay. Anyway, but no, the reason I asked it was mainly out of curiosity. But look, you you kind of answered the question, their heart is in the right place. And it is probably true that they never thought of it. I don't know. But probably, yeah, they didn't think of it. I've seen other magazines like diversity magazine several years ago, I talked with them about the fact that their online version is totally inaccessible. And they have a print version. But none of its accessible. And I haven't seen it change yet, even though we've talked about it. And so they can talk about diversity all they want, and they talk a lot about disabilities, but they don't deal with it. I think that it comes down to what's the organization willing to do I've, I've dealt with a number of organizations that never thought about making a digital presence, accessible or having some sort of alternative way of people getting to the magazine, and I don't expect everybody to produce the magazine and Braille. And nowadays, you don't need to produce a braille version, but you need to produce an accessible version. And if people are willing to work toward that, I don't think that we should grind them into the ground at all if their hearts in the right place. And I can appreciate how this magazine started with print, which is natural. Yeah, but one of the things that you can do when others can do is to help them see maybe how easy it is to create a version that other people can can use for example, I don't know how they produce their magazine, but I will bet you virtual Anything that it starts with some sort of an electronic copy. If it does that, then they could certainly make that electronic copy a version that would be usable and accessible to the end. And then they could still provide it through a subscription process, there's no reason to give it away if they're not giving it away to other people, but they could still make it available. And I also think something else, which is, as you point out in the book, and the country of the blind, so often, things that are done for us, will help other people as well. So great tape is wonderful. But how is a person with dyslexia going to be able to read it? Yeah, so it isn't just blind people who could benefit from having a more accessible version of it. And probably, it would be worth exploring, even discussing with him about finding places to get funding to help make that happen. But if somebody's got their heart in the right place, then I think by all means, we shouldn't bless them. We should be teachers, and we should help them because they won't know how to do that stuff. Andrew Leland ** 26:10 Ya know, I love that answer to be a teacher. And I think there was I think there was a teacher Lee vibe in my, in my response to them, you know, like, this is a thing that is actually important and useful. And you ought to really seriously consider doing it. You know, I mean, I think if you think about the how people act in the classroom, you know, it's those kinds of teachers who, you know, who, who correct you, but they correct you in a way that makes you want to follow their correction, instead of just ruining your day and making you feel like you're a terrible person. But it's interesting, because if you, you know, I mean, part of a lot of this is the function of the internet. You know, I see a lot of disabled people out there calling out people for doing things and accessibly. And, you know, I feel I'm really split about this, because I really empathize with the frustration that that one feels like, there's an amazing film called, I didn't see you there by a filmmaker named Reed Davenport, who's a wheelchair user. And the film is really just, like, he kind of he mounts a camera to his wheelchair, and a lot of it is like, he almost like turns his wheelchair into a dolly. And there's these these, like, wonderful, like tracking shots of Oakland, where he lived at the time. And there's this there's this incredible scene where it's really just his daily life, like, you know, and it's very similar to the experience of a blind person, like, he'll just be on a street corner hanging out, you know, in somebody's, like, the light screen, you know, like, what do you what are you trying to do, man, and he's like, I'm just here waiting for my car, my ride, you know, like, leave me alone. You don't need to intervene. But there's this incredible scene where there are some workers in his building are like, in the sort of just sort of unclear like they're working. And there's an extension cord, completely blocking the path, the visible entrance to his apartment, and he can't get into his house. And he's just this, like, the, the depth of his anger is so visceral in that moment. You know, and he yells at them, and they're like, oh, sorry, you know, they kind of don't care, you know, but they like, they're like, just give us a second. And he's like, I don't have a second, like, I need to get into my house. Now. You know, he just has no patience for them. And it's understandable, right? Like, imagine you're trying to get home. And as a matter of course, regularly every week, there's something that's preventing you. And then and then and then you see him when he finally gets back into his apartment. He's just like, screaming and rage. And it's, you know, so that rage I think, is entirely earned. You know, like, I don't I don't think that one one should have to mute one's rage and how and be a kindly teacher in that moment. Right. But, so So yeah, so So I kind of see it both ways. Like, there are moments for the rage. And then I guess there are moments for the mortar teacher like because obviously, like the stakes of me, getting access to good tape magazine are very different than the stakes for read like getting into his apartment. Right? Michael Hingson ** 28:53 Well, yes and no, it's still access. But the other part about it is the next time, that group of people in whatever they're doing to repair or whatever, if they do the same thing, then they clearly haven't learned. Whereas if they go, Oh, we got to make sure we don't block an entrance. Yeah, then they've learned a lesson and so I can understand the rage. I felt it many times myself, and we all have and, and it's understandable. But ultimately, hopefully, we can come down. And depending on how much time there is to do it, go pick out and say, Look, do you see what the problem is here? Yeah. And please, anytime don't block an entrance or raise it way up or do something because a person in a wheelchair can't get in. And that's a problem. I so my wife always was in a wheelchair, and we were married for two years she passed last November. Just the bye He didn't keep up with the spirit is what I tell people is really true. But I remember we were places like Disneyland. And people would just jump over her foot rests, how rude, you know, and other things like that. But we, we faced a lot of it. And we faced it from the double whammy of one person being in a wheelchair and one person being blind. One day, we went to a restaurant. And we walked in, and we were standing at the counter and the hostess behind the counter was just staring at us. And finally, Karen said to me, well, the hostess is here, I don't think she knows who to talk to, you know, because I'm not making necessarily eye contact, and Karen is down below, in in a wheelchair. And so fine. I said, maybe if she would just ask us if we would like to sit down, it would be okay. And you know, it was friendly, and it broke the ice and then it went, went from there. But unfortunately, we, we, we bring up children and we bring up people not recognizing the whole concept of inclusion. And we we really don't teach people how to have the conversation. And I think that that's the real big issue. We don't get drawn into the conversation, which is why diversity is a problem because it doesn't include disabilities. Andrew Leland ** 31:16 Mm hmm. Yeah. I mean, that seems to be changing. You know, I mean, you have you know, you have a lot more experience in this realm than I do. But But But haven't you felt like a real cultural shift over the last, you know, 2030 years about disability being more front of mind in that conversation? Michael Hingson ** 31:36 I think it's, it's shifted some. The unemployment rate among employable blind people, though, for example, hasn't changed a lot. A lot of things regarding blindness hasn't really, or haven't really changed a lot. And we still have to fight for things like the National Federation of the Blind finally took the American Bar Association, all the way to the Supreme Court, because they wouldn't allow people to use their technology to take the LSAT. Yeah, lawyers of all people and you know, so things like that. There's, there's so many ways that it continues to happen. And I realized we're a low incidence disability. But still, I think, I think the best way to really equate it. You mentioned in Goldstein in the book, Dan, who I saw, I think, is a great lawyer spoke to the NFB in 2008. And one of the things he talked about was Henry, mayor's book all on fire. And it's about William Lloyd Garrison, the abolitionist and he was looking for allies. And he heard about these, these two, I think, two ladies, the Grimm case, sisters who were women's suffragettes, and they and he said, Look, we should get them involved. And people said, no, they're dealing with women's things. We're dealing with abolition, it's two different things. And Garrison said, No, it's all the same thing. And we've got to get people to recognize that it really is all the same thing. The you mentioned, well, you mentioned Fred Schroeder and the American Association of Persons with Disabilities at various points in the book. And in 1997. Fred, when he was RSA Commissioner, went to speak to the AAPD talking about the fact that we should be mandating Braille be taught in schools to all blind and low vision kids. And the way he tells me the story, they said, Well, that's a blindness issue. That's not our issue, because most of those people weren't blind. And that's unfortunate, because the reality is, it's all the same thing. Andrew Leland ** 33:41 Yeah, no, that's something, uh, Dan Goldstein was a really important person for me to meet very early on in the process of writing the book, because I mean, just because he's, he's brilliant. And yeah, such a long history of, of arguing in a very, you know, legalistic, which is to say, very precise, and, you know, method, methodical way. A lot of these questions about what constitutes a reasonable accommodation, you know, as in like, his, his, the lawsuits that he's brought on behalf of the NFB have really broken ground have been incredibly important. So he's, he was a wonderful resource for me. You know, one of the things that he and I talked about, I remember at the beginning, and then, you know, I had lunch with him earlier this week, you know, we still are talking about it. And it's exactly that that question of, you know, the thing that the thing that really dogged me as I pursued, writing this book, and one of the kinds of questions that hung over it was this question of identity. And, you know, like, the sense that like the NFB argues that blindness is not what defines you. And yet, there it is, in their name, the National Federation of the Blind by and like, Where does where does this identity fit? And, you know, and I think that when you talk about other identities like Like the African American civil rights movement, or, you know, you mentioned the suffragette movement, you know, the feminist movement. You know, and it's interesting to compare these other identity based civil rights movements, and the organized by movement and the disability rights movement. And think about the parallels, but then there's also I think, disconnects as well. And so that was one of the things that I was it was really, really challenging for me to, to write about, but I think it's a really important question. And one that's, that's really evolving right now. You know, one of the things that I discovered was that, you know, in addition to the sort of blind or disability rights movement, that's very much modeled on the civil rights model of like, you know, my the first time I went to the NFB convention in 2018, you know, the banquet speech that Mark Riccobono gave was all about the speech of women and the women in the Federation, you know, which, which someone told me afterwards like, this is all new territory for the NFB, like, you know, they don't, there, there hasn't traditionally been this sort of emphasis on, including other identities, you know, and I found that was, I found that interesting, but then also, I was so struck by a line in that speech, where Riccobono said, you know, the fact that they were women is not as important as the fact that they were blind people fighting for, you know, whatever was like the liberation of blindness. And, you know, so it's, there's still always this emphasis on blindness as, like, the most important organizing characteristic of somebody is a part of that movement. And it makes total sense, right, it's the National Federation of the Blind, and they're fighting that 70% unemployment rate. And, you know, I think by their lights, you don't get there by you know, taking your eyes off the prize in some ways. And, and so I was really struck by some of these other groups that I encountered, particularly in 2020, when a lot of the sort of identity right questions came to the fore with the murder of George Floyd, right. You know, and then I was attending, you know, because it was 2020 it was that the convention was online, and I you know, I read it, this is all in the book, I, I went to the LGBT queue meet up, and which, which is also like a shockingly recent development at the NFB, you know, there's this notorious story where President Maher, you know, ostentatiously tears up a card, at a at an NFB convention where there are LGBT. NFB is trying to organize and have an LGBTQ meet up and he sort of ostentatiously tears it up as soon as he reads what's on the card. You know, a lot of still raw pain among NF beers who I talked to about that incident, anyway, like that this this LGBTQ meetup, you know, there's, there's a speaker who's not part of the NFB named justice, shorter, who works in DC, she's, she's blind, you know, and she's part of what is called the, you know, the Disability Justice Movement, which is very much about decentering whiteness, from the disability rights struggle and centering, black, queer, you know, people of color, who are also disabled, and and in some ways, I've found the NFB struggling to, to connect with with that model. You know, I talked to a Neil Lewis, who's the highest ranking black member of the NFV, you know, and he wrote this really fascinating Braille monitor article in the wake of, of George Floyd's death, where he's sort of really explicitly trying to reconcile, like Black Lives Matter movement with live the life you want, you know, with with NFB slogans, and it's, it's a tough thing to do, he has a tough job and trying to do that, because because of the thing, you know, that that I'm saying about Riccobono, right, it's like he is blind is the most important characteristic, or where do these other qualities fit? So it's a very contemporary argument. And it's one that I think the the organized blind movement is still very actively wrestling with. Michael Hingson ** 39:02 I think it's a real tough thing. I think that blindness shouldn't be what defines me, but it's part of what defines me, and it shouldn't be that way. It is one of the characteristics that I happen to have, which is why I prefer that we start recognizing that disability doesn't mean lack of ability. Disability is a characteristic that manifests itself in different ways to people and in our case, blindness as part of that. For Women. Women is being a woman as part of it for men being a man as part of it for being short or tall, or black or whatever. Those are all part of what defines us. I do think that the National Federation of the Blind was an organization that evolved because, as I said earlier, we're not being included in the conversation and I think that for the Federation and blindness is the most important thing and ought to be the most important thing. And I think that we need to be very careful as an organization about that. Because if we get too bogged down in every other kind of characteristic that defines people, and move away too much from dealing with blindness, we will weaken what the message and the goals of the National Federation of the Blind are. But we do need to recognize that blindness isn't the only game in town, like eyesight isn't the only game in town. But for us, blindness is the main game in town, because it's what we deal with as an organization. Well, Andrew Leland ** 40:40 how do you reconcile that with the idea that you were talking about before with with, you know, with the argument that like, you know, with the historical example of, you know, it's the same fight the suffragettes and like it because it doesn't that kind of, isn't that kind of contradicting that idea that like, having the intersection of identities, you know, and these movements all being linked by some kind of grand or systemic oppression, you know, so it is it is relevant? Well, Michael Hingson ** 41:06 it is, yeah, and I'm not saying it any way that it's not relevant. What I am saying, though, is the case of the Grimm case, sisters, he wanted their support and support of other supportive other people, Garrison did in terms of dealing with abolition, which was appropriate, their main focus was women's suffrage, but it doesn't mean that they can't be involved in and recognize that we all are facing discrimination, and that we can start shaping more of our messages to be more inclusive. And that's the thing that that I don't think is happening nearly as much as it ought to. The fact is that, it doesn't mean that blind people shouldn't be concerned about or dealing with LGBTQ or color, or gender or whatever. Yeah. But our main common binding characteristic is that we're all blind men. So for us, as an organization, that should be what we mostly focus on. It also doesn't mean that we shouldn't be aware of and advocate for and fight for other things as well. But as an organization, collectively, the goal really needs to be dealing with blindness, because if you dilute it too much, then you're not dealing with blindness. And the problem with blindness as being a low incidence disability, that's all too easy to make happen. Right? Andrew Leland ** 42:35 Yeah. Yeah, it's interesting. Yeah, it's interesting, just thinking about that question of dilution versus strengthening, you know, because I think I think if you ask somebody in the Disability Justice Movement, the dilution happens precisely, with an overemphasis on a single disability, right, and then you lose these like broader coalition's that you can build to, you know, I think I think it comes down to maybe like the way that you are our analysts analyzing the structures of oppression, right, like, right, what is it that's creating that 70% unemployment? Is it something specifically about blindness? Or is it like a broader ableist structure that is connected to a broader racist structure? You know, that's connected to a broader misogynist structure? You know, and I think if you start thinking in those structural terms, then like, coalition building makes a lot more sense, because it's like, I mean, you know, I don't know what kind of political affiliation or what but political orientation to take with us, you know, but certainly the Disability Justice Movement is pretty radically to the left, right. And I think traditionally, the NFB, for instance, has had a lot more socially conservative members and leaders. And so it's, you know, that reconciliation feels almost impossibly vast to to think of like an organization like the NFB taking the kind of like, abolitionist stance that a lot of these disability justice groups take to say, like, actually, capitalism is the problem, right. So yeah, so I mean, the thought experiment only goes so far, like, what like a Disability Justice oriented NFP would look like. But you know, that I think there are young members, you know, and I do think it's a generational thing too. Like, I think there are NF beers in their 20s and 30s, who are really wrestling with those questions right now. And I'm really interested to see what they come up with. Michael Hingson ** 44:29 I think that the biggest value that the NFB brings overall, and I've actually heard this from some ACB people as well, is that the ENFP has a consistent philosophy about what blindness is and what blindness is. And and that is probably the most important thing that the NFP needs to ensure that it that it doesn't lose. But I think that the whole and the NFP used to be totally As coalition building that goes back to Jernigan and Mauer, although Mauer started to change some of that, and I think it will evolve. But you know, the NFB. And blind people in general have another issue that you sort of brought up in the book, you talk about people who are deaf and hard of hearing, that they form into communities and that they, they have a culture. And we don't see nearly as much of that in the blindness world. And so as a result, we still have blind people or sighted people referring to us and and not ever being called out as blind or visually impaired. But you don't find in the deaf community that people are talking about deaf or hearing impaired, you're liable to be shot. It's deaf or hard of hearing. And yeah, the reality is, it ought to be blind or low vision, because visually impaired is ridiculous on several levels visually, we're not different and impaired. What that's that's a horrible thing to say. But as a as an as a group. I was going to use community, but I but I guess the community isn't, as well formed to deal with it yet. We're not there. And so all too often, we talk about or hear about visually impaired or visual impairment. And that continues to promote the problem that we're trying to eliminate. Mm Andrew Leland ** 46:22 hmm. Yeah. Yeah, that question of blank community is fascinating. And yeah. And I do think that I mean, you know, from my reading the book, I certainly have found blank community. But, you know, if I really think about it, if I'm really being honest, I think it's more that I've met, it's, you know, my work on the book has given me access to really cool blind people that I have gotten to become friends with, you know, that feels different than, like, welcome to this club, where we meet, you know, on Tuesdays and have our cool like, blind, you know, paragliding meetups, you know, not that not that people aren't doing that, like, then they're a really, you know, I would like to get more if I lived in a more urban center, I'm sure it would be involved in like, you know, the blind running club or whatever, willing to hang out with blind people more regularly, but it doesn't feel like a big community in that way. And it's interesting to think about why. You know, I think one big reason is that it's not, it's not familial, in the same way, you know, Andrew Solomon wrote a really interesting book called far from the tree that gets at this where, you know, like, the when, when, when a child has a different identity than a parent, like, you know, deaf children of hearing adults, you know, there doesn't, there isn't a culture that builds up around that, you know, and it's really like these big deaf families that you have with inherited forms of deafness, or, you know, and then schools for the deaf, that, you know, and with deaf culture in particular, you know, really what we're talking about is language, you know, in sign language, right, creates a whole rich culture around it. Whereas, with hearing blind people, you know, they're more isolated, they're not necessarily automatically you have to, you have to really work to find the other blind people, you know, with, with travel being difficult, it's a lot easier to just like, Get get to the public library to meet up in the first place, and so on. So, yeah, it feels a lot more fractured. And so I think you do see groups more like the NFB or the ACB, who are organizing around political action, rather than, you know, like a culture of folks hanging out going to a movie with open audio description, although, I will say that the weeks that I spent at the Colorado Center for the Blind, you know, which is, you know, you can think of it as like a, you know, it's a training center, but in some ways, it's like an intentional blind community do right where you're like, that's like a blind commune or something. I mean, that is just a beautiful experience, that it's not for everyone in terms of their their training method. But if it is for you, like, wow, like for just such a powerful experience to be in a community, because that is a real community. And it nothing will radically change your sense of what it means to be blind and what it means to be in a black community than then living for a while at a place like that. It was a really transformative experience for me. Michael Hingson ** 49:11 Do you think that especially as the younger generations are evolving and coming up, that we may see more of a development of a community in the blindness in the blindness world? Or do you think that the other forces are just going to keep that from happening? Well, Andrew Leland ** 49:30 you know, one of the things that I discovered in writing the book was that, you know, and this is sort of contradicting what I just said, because there there is a blind community. And, you know, I read in the book like, at first I thought that blind techies were another subculture of blindness, like blind birders are blind skateboarders, right. But then the more I looked into it, the more I realized that like being a techie is actually like a kind of a basic feature of being a blind person in the world. You know, and I don't hear if it's 2023 or 1823, you know, because if you think about the problem of blindness, which is access to information, by and large, you know, you basically have to become a self styled information technologist, right? To, to get what you need, whether it's the newspaper, or textbooks or signs, road signs, or whatever else. So. So I do and I do think that like, you know, when my dad was living in the Bay Area in the 90s, you know, when I would go visit him, you know, he was a techie, a sighted techie. And, you know, he would always be part of like, the Berkeley Macintosh user group, just be like, these nerds emailing each other, or, you know, I don't even know if email was around, it was like, late 80s. You know, but people who have like the Mac 512, KS, and they would, they would connect with each other about like, Well, how did you deal with this problem? And like, what kind of serial port blah, blah, blah? And that's a community, right? I mean, those people hang out, they get rise together. And if there's anything like a blind community, it's the blind techie community, you know, and I like to tell the story about Jonathan mosun. I'm sure you've encountered him in your trailer. I know Jonathan. Yeah. You know, so I, when I discovered his podcast, which is now called Living blind, fully blind, fully, yeah. Yeah. I, I was like, oh, okay, here are the conversations I've been looking for, because he will very regularly cover the kind of like social identity questions that I'm interested in, like, you know, is Braille like, is the only way for a blind person to have true literacy through Braille? Or is using a screen reader literacy, you know? Or like, is there such a thing as blind pride? And if so, what is it? I was like? These are the kinds of questions I was asking. And so I was so delighted to find it. But then in order to, in order to get to those conversations, you have to sit through like 20 minutes of like, one password on Windows 11 stopped working when I upgraded from Windows 10 to Windows 11. And so like, what, you know, if you what Jaws command, can I use in and I was like, why is this? Why is there like 20 minutes of Jaws chat in between these, like, really interesting philosophical conversations. And eventually, I realized, like, oh, because that's like, what this community needs and what it's interested in. And so in some ways, like the real blind community is like the user group, which I think is actually a beautiful thing. Yeah. Michael Hingson ** 52:14 Well, it is definitely a part of it. And we do have to be information technologists, in a lot of ways. Have you met? And do you know, Curtis Chang, Andrew Leland ** 52:23 I've met him very briefly at an NFB convention. So Curtis, Michael Hingson ** 52:28 and I have known each other Gosh, since the 1970s. And we both are very deeply involved in a lot of things with technology. He worked in various aspects of assistive technology worked at the NFB center for a while and things like that, but he always talks about how blind people and and I've heard this and other presentations around the NFB, where blind people as Curtis would put it, have to muddle through and figure out websites. And, and the fact is, we do it, because there are so many that are inaccessible. I joined accessibe two years ago, two and a half years ago. And there are a lot of people that don't like the artificial, intelligent process that accessibe uses. It works however, and people don't really look far enough that we're not, I think, being as visionary as we ought to be. We're not doing what we did with Ray Kurzweil. And look, when the Kurzweil project started with the NFB Jernigan had to be dragged kicking and screaming into it, but Ray was so emphatic. And Jim Gasol at the Washington office, finally convinced kindred again to let him go see, raised machine, but the rules were that it didn't matter what Ray would put on the machine to read it and had to read what Gasol brought up. Well, he brought it did and the relationship began, and it's been going ever since and, and I worked, running the project and the sense on a day to day basis, I traveled I lived out of hotels and suitcases for 18 months as we put machines all over and then I went to work for Ray. And then I ended up having to go into sales selling not the reading machine, but the data entry machine, but I guess I kept to consistently see the vision that Ray was bringing, and I think he helped drag, in some ways the NFB as an organization, more into technology than it was willing to do before. Interesting. Andrew Leland ** 54:27 Yeah, I heard a similar comment. The one thing I got wrong in the first edition of the book that I'm correcting for subsequent reprints, but I really bungled the description of the Opticon. And my friend, Robert Engel Britton, who's a linguist at Rice University, who collects opera cones. I think he has got probably like a dozen of them in his house. You know, he helped me you know, because I didn't have a chance to use one. Right he helped me get a better version of it. But he also sent me a quote, I think it was from Jernigan was similar thing where like, I think they were trying to get the public I'm included with, you know, voc rehab, so that that students could not voc rehab or whatever like so that students could get blind students could use them. And it was the same thing of like, you know, this newfangled gizmo is not going to help, you know, Braille is what kids need. So I do that, that's all to say that that makes sense to me that resistance to technology, you know, and it's like, it's a, it's a, it's a sort of conservative stance of like, we understand that what blind people need are is Braille and access to, you know, equal access. And don't don't try to give us any anything else. And you know, and I think, to be fair, like, even though the Opticon sounded like an incredibly useful tool, as is, of course, the Kurzweil Reading Machine and everything that followed from it. There. There is, you know, talking, I talked to Josh Meili, for the book, who's who now works at Amazon, you know, he had this great story about his mentor, Bill, Gary, who, who would, who would basically get a phone call, like once a week from a well, very well meaning like retired sighted engineer, who would say like, oh, you know, what the blind need? It's like the laser cane, right? Or the Yeah, it's like, basically like a sippy cup for blind people like so that they don't spill juice all over themselves. And, you know, and Gary would very patiently be like, Oh, actually, they don't think that that would be helpful to do probably, yeah. Talk to a blind person first, maybe before you spend any more time trying to invent something that blind people don't need. So I think that resistance to like newfangled technology, there's a good reason for it. Well, Michael Hingson ** 56:26 there is but the willingness to take the Opticon. Look, I think the fastest I ever heard of anybody reading with an optical was like 70 or 80 words a minute, and there are only a few people who did that. Yeah. You know, Candy Lynnville, the daughter of the engineer who invented it, could and Sue Mel Rose, who was someone I knew, was able to and a few people were but what the Opticon did do even if it was slow, yeah, it was it still gave you access to information that you otherwise didn't get access to. And, and I had an optic on for a while. And the point was, you could learn to read and learn printed letters and learn to read them. It wasn't fast. But you could still do it. Yeah. And so it, it did help. But it wasn't going to be the panacea. I think that tele sensory systems wanted it to be you know, and then you talked about Harvey Lauer who also develop and was involved in developing the stereo toner, which was the audience since the audio version of the optic comm where everything was represented audio wise, and, and I spent a lot of time with Harvey Harvey at Heinz a long time ago. But the the fact is, I think the question is valid is listening, and so on literacy is literacy, like Braille. And I think there is a difference there is, are you illiterate, if you can't read Braille, you point out the issues about grammar, the issues about spelling and so on. And I think that there is a valid reason for people learning Braille at the Colorado Center, they would tell you, for senior blind people, you may not learn much Braille, but you can learn enough to be able to take notes and things like that, or, or put labels on your, your soup cans, and so on. So it's again, going to be different for different people. But we are in a society where Braille has been so de emphasized. And that's the fault of the educational system for not urging and insisting that more people be able to use Braille. And that's something that we do have to deal with. So I think there is a literacy problem when people don't learn braille. But I also think that, again, there are a lot of things that Braille would be good for, but using audio makes it go faster. It doesn't mean you shouldn't learn braille, though, right? Yeah, Andrew Leland ** 58:51 no, it's another I think it's interesting. And it's a related idea, this, this sense that technology, you know, this like, just sort of wave your hands and say the word technology as a sort of panacea, where I think, you know, it's, it's a tragic story where, where people will say, Oh, well, you know, little Johnny has, you know, some vision. So like, he could just use technology, like he doesn't need Braille. And it's fascinating to me, because I never really felt it. And maybe it's because I encountered Braille at a point in my development as a blind person that I really was hungry for it. But, you know, people talk about Braille the way they talked about the white cane, like the white cane, I felt so much shame about using in public, and it's such, it's just so stigmatized, whereas Braille, I just always thought it was kind of cool. But you know, you hear it so much from parents where they it's just like their heartbreak seeing their child reading with their fingers, which is, you know, and so as a result, they're like, why don't I just buy like a gigantic magnifier, that maybe in five years, you're not gonna be able to use anyway, but like, at least you're reading the same type of book that Michael Hingson ** 59:56 half hour or 45 minutes until you start getting headaches. Exactly. And that, you know, I worked on a proposal once. I was an evaluator for it. We were in a school in Chicago, and one of the teachers talked about Sally who could see and Johnny, who was totally blind, literally, it was Sally and Johnny. And she said, Sally gets to read print, Johnny has to read Braille. Sally couldn't read print very fast. her eyesight wasn't good. Yeah, she got to read print. And Johnny had to read Braille. Yeah, it's the kind of thing that we we see all the time. And it's so unfortunate. So yeah, I, I do understand a lot of the technology resistance. But again, people like Ray helped us vision a little differently. But unfortunately, getting that conversation to other people, outside of the NFB community, like teachers and so on, is so hard because so many people are looking at it from a science point of view and not recognizing it as it should be. The the NFB did a video that did it. Several, they have had a whole series of things regarding Braille. But they interviewed a number of people who had some residual vision, who were never allowed to learn to read Braille. And invariably, these people say how horrible it was that they didn't get to learn to read Braille, they learned it later. And they're, they're reading slower than they really should. But they see the value of it. And it's important that we hopefully work to change some of those conversations. Yeah, Andrew Leland ** 1:01:33 I mean, it gets back to our earlier in our conversation a
Andrew (Sully) Sullivan, retired Navy SEAL and DEVGRU operator, and founder of BlueForce Strategies and Community First Project joins me on this episode. Andrew's combat commendations include the Silver Star Medal, two Bronze Star Medals with combat valor, the Purple Heart Medal, the Defense Meritorious Service Medal, six Joint Service Commendation Medals with combat valor, two Navy and Marine Commendation medals with valor, three Presidential Unit Citations, and numerous other joint and individual awards. Andrew is a subject matter expert in Special Operations and law enforcement training, instructing, leading, and mentorship, with a passion for service. Topics we cover include being a lifelong learner, growing up with patriotism, the moment that changed the trajectory of Andrew's life, leadership, the transition back to civilian life, training law enforcement officers, and more. Get connected with Andrew: Website: https://c1p.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551444688279 Twitter: https://twitter.com/C1Porg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/community_first_project/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-sullivan-647826175/ Donate to Community First: https://c1p.org/donate Leave a 5-star review with a comment on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/business-minds-coffee-chat/id1539014324 Subscribe to my Business Builder Newsletter: https://bit.ly/32y0YxJ Want to learn how you can work with me to gain more clarity, build a rock-solid foundation for your business, and achieve the results and success you deserve? Visit http://jayscherrbusinessconsulting.com/ and schedule a 1:1 discovery coaching call. Enjoy, thanks for listening, and please share with a friend!
Andrew has such incredible perspectives and insights when it comes to being a true American. He is a veteran who served on the front lines in Afghanistan and he continues to push himself by learning and researching more and more as his career goes on. This episode is jammed packed, but our main focus here is to wake people up to the real situations of our worlds. Hopefully enacting some positive change and impact for our families and communities alike. Get empowered and get control over your food, energy, and finances. Enjoy today's episode. Connect with Jack: Instagram: @urbanabundancefl Website: urbanabundance.com Connect with Andrew: Website: www.myfortfreedom.org Urban Abundance is helping South Florida residents transform any yard or lawn into a beautiful, and functional edible landscape. Fruit trees, vegetable gardens, food forests, pollinator plants, you name it! We are helping Florida feed itself by creating local, organic, and abundant food systems. Join the #GrowFoodAtHome movement with us! Let's create abundance together!!!
Episode Summary Andrew Bryant speaks & write on Being Human and Driving Accelerated Results through Self-leadership. His latest work, The New Leadership Playbook is changing the leadership conversation in this new era. Who's your ideal client and what's the biggest challenge they face? What are the common mistakes people make when trying to solve that problem? What is one valuable free action that our audience can implement that will help with that issue? What is one valuable free resource that you can direct people to that will help with that issue? What's the one question I should have asked you that would be of great value to our audience? When was the last time you experienced Goosebumps with your family and why? DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE CHAPTER of The Leadership Playbook Get in touch with Andrew: Website, LinkedIn Learn more about how Uwe helps in-demand professionals and their VIPs to enjoy Unshakeable Two-getherness in their relationship (plus more free time and zero guilt). Or when you feel you'd be interested in working together you can Book A Chat With Uwe
Today, Jesse shares some financial lessons from humble beginnings. There's much to learn from his first entrepreneurial endeavor: a baseball concession stand. Then, Andrew Giancola joins the pod to share his “Hero's Journey,” from a bottom point where he found himself unable to afford a fill-up of gasoline. Andrew has thoughts about peoples' biggest problem with money, about opportunity costs we all face, and whether you should rent or buy your next home. Thanks for joining us today on The Best Interest. Key Takeaways and Timestamps: (0:00:44) - Jesse shares a story from his early financial life about starting a concession stand business as a kid to earn money to buy a computer game. (0:09:31) - Jesse shares about his first job cleaning bathrooms and cabins at a state park for minimum wage. (0:13:30) - Brief ad break. (0:14:32) - Andrew Giancola, host of The Personal Finance Podcast, joins the show. (0:15:23) - Andrew shares his “Hero Story” of living paycheck to paycheck after college and having an "a-ha" moment when he couldn't afford to fill up his gas tank. (0:18:25) - Andrew reflects that changing his money mindset and psychology was the biggest factor in learning to manage his money properly. (0:19:45) - Andrew discusses working one-on-one with clients, focusing on identifying their biggest problems and goals around money. (0:21:40) - Andrew shares a story about starting a side business selling Christmas trees and learning entrepreneurial lessons from it. (0:23:20) - Trying new ventures, seeing what works, and not being afraid to abandon things that aren't working. (0:24:43) - The importance of evaluating opportunity costs in building wealth. (0:28:14) - Tactics for evaluating non-monetary opportunity costs like time with family. (0:28:50) - Brief ad break. (0:29:04) -The first $100k is the hardest to accumulate because it relies more on savings rate versus investment returns. Once you hit $100k, compound interest accelerates wealth building. (0:33:08) - The importance of calculating total cost of homeownership before deciding whether to buy or rent. (0:35:05) - While homeownership can make sense, a house shouldn't be viewed primarily as an investment. Mentions: The Millionaire Next Door: https://amzn.to/3FKFfme More of Andrew:
❓What can you do to relieve neck pain? In today's episode, I am joined by a special guest, Dr Andrew Minkley, MD. He is a physiatrist from Desert Spine and Sports Physicians. He focused on restoring function and working creatively with people across the spectrum of ability to help them achieve their goals.
How can busy professionals invest in mobile home parks to build wealth and passive income? Andrew Keel joins host Taylor Loht to discuss investing in mobile home parks as a busy professional to build passive income. Andrew shares how he got started buying and wholesaling mobile homes, then transitioned to buying and syndicating entire mobile home parks. He provides insights into finding off-market deals, working with municipalities, building a property management company, and key lessons learned. Andrew Keel is the CEO of Keel Team, LLC, a ‘MHU Top 100' owner of manufactured housing communities with over 2,500 lots under management. His team currently manages 40 manufactured housing communities and 11 self-storage facilities across more than 10 states. Andrew's current commercial real estate portfolio totals $125M+ in assets under management. His expertise is in turning around under-managed manufactured housing communities and self-storage facilities, by utilizing proven systems to maximize occupancy while reducing operating costs. He specializes in bringing in homes to fill vacant MH lots, implementing self-storage revenue management, starting utility bill back programs, and improving overall management and operating efficiencies, all of which significantly boost the asset value and net operating income of the properties. 00:00 - Opening Segment Andrew introduces his background as a sales manager who got into real estate investing on the side. He started wholesaling single-family homes before purchasing his first mobile homes, leading him to focus on that niche. 00:04:00 - Transitioning to Mobile Home Parks Mobile home parks provide recurring revenue through lot rents Parks are often owned by "mom and pop" owners, allowing for good deals Andrew went "all in" on mobile home park investing by leaving his job 00:09:00 - Finding Deals and Building a Team How cold calling helps find motivated sellers Follow-up and persistence is critical Building the right team took trial and error 00:15:00 - Working with Municipalities Building good relationships with municipalities is key Due diligence helps uncover potential regulatory issues Why some municipalities try to force redevelopment of parks 00:26:00 - Closing Segment: Best deal: A value-add 82 lot mobile home park purchased at a good price. Only 40 lots occupied initially. Worst deal: Purchased a 52 lot park in Dayton, Ohio that only had 8 lots occupied. Top lesson learned: Maintaining urgency and momentum on deals is critical Quotes: "If you want to get that type of debt, your mobile home community needs to be very nicely maintained. They're not going to lend on stuff that doesn't meet their criteria." - Andrew Keel "Our bottleneck is finding consistent good deals that make sense. If we have a good deal, the money isn't the issue." - Andrew Keel Connect with Andrew: Website: https://www.andrewkeel.com/ Apply to Invest with Taylor at www.investwithtaylor.com Track your wealth for free with Personal Capital, go to www.escapingwallstreet.com Please leave a review and help others escape Wall Street and build wealth on Main Street!
In this week's episode, I engage in a profound and enlightening conversation with Andrew Daniel, a renowned healer and author of the book "Awaken to Your True Self: Why You're Still Stuck and How to Break Through." The discussion delves into the core concepts of healing, embodiment, personal transformation, and the journey to self-discovery. Andrew shares his unique perspective on how individuals can break free from their limitations and live a life aligned with their true essence. Key Themes and Takeaways: 1. Introduction to Cinesomatics: Andrew introduces the concept of Cinesomatics, a transformative approach that combines somatic healing and cinematic storytelling. Cinesomatics explores the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit through the lens of personal narratives and embodiment. 2. The Significance of Embodiment: The conversation emphasizes the importance of embodiment, which involves being fully present in one's body and experiencing life from a grounded, sensory perspective. Andrew explains how embodiment can help individuals connect with their authentic selves and navigate the complexities of emotions and traumas. 3. Breaking Free from Limiting Stories: Andrew challenges the traditional notion of personal narratives and stories, encouraging listeners to move beyond the limitations of their past experiences. He advocates for a shift from creating new stories to letting go of existing narratives, enabling individuals to embrace the truth of their being without the filters of societal expectations or past traumas. 4. Healing Trauma and Overcoming Limitations: The conversation explores the transformative power of healing trauma and overcoming personal limitations. Andrew shares real-life examples of individuals who have undergone profound changes by confronting their traumas and embracing healing modalities. 5. Understanding Archetypal Stories: Andrew distinguishes personal narratives from archetypal stories that are inherent in human consciousness. He explains how these archetypal stories, rooted in mythology and shared human experiences, influence our lives. By recognizing these archetypes, individuals can gain deeper insights into their own journeys. 6. Embracing the Truth and Living Authentically: The podcast emphasizes the significance of aligning with one's truth and living authentically. Andrew advocates for embracing the reality of our experiences without embellishment or distortion. By embodying the truth, individuals can tap into their innate wisdom and live a life of purpose and fulfillment. 7. The Role of Surrender and Letting Go: Andrew discusses the concept of surrender, emphasizing the courage it takes to let go of familiar but limiting patterns. He shares how surrendering to the truth and facing discomfort can lead to profound transformations, allowing individuals to transcend their current limitations. 8. The Journey to Self-Discovery and Empowerment: The podcast concludes by highlighting the transformative journey to self-discovery and empowerment. Andrew encourages listeners to explore their true selves, embark on the path of healing, and embody their authenticity. By doing so, individuals can experience profound shifts, leading to a more fulfilling and purpose-driven life. "Awaken Your True Self & Break Free Of Limiting Stories" is a captivating podcast that delves into the depths of healing, embodiment, and personal transformation. Andrew Daniel's profound insights and unique perspective offer listeners a transformative roadmap to break free from limitations, embrace their authenticity, and embark on a journey of self-discovery. This podcast serves as a beacon of wisdom, guiding individuals toward a life aligned with their true essence and purpose. Connect with Andrew: Website - https://andrewdaniel.org/ Cinesomatics - https://cinesomatics.org/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@andrewdaniel -- Connect with Frank and The Super Human Life on Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachfrankrich/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/584284948647477/ Website: http://www.thesuperhumanlifepodcast.com/tshlhome YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjB4UrpxtNO2AFtDURMzoKQ
In this episode, the Crew ventures to the end of the road to chat with journalist-turned-thriller author Andrew Welsh-Huggins. In "The End of the Road," Myles's testimony should have landed Pryor, their one-eyed ringleader, in jail after a botched bank robbery, but Pryor escaped unscathed while Myles served time. Now, determined to leave his criminal past behind, Myles must kill Pryor to start anew. A violent clash between them leaves Myles in critical condition, prompting his girlfriend Penny to seek revenge and a chance at a normal life. Meanwhile, Pryor and his gang plan their biggest heist targeting an Ohio bank, with Penny in pursuit. As Pryor leaves chaos in his wake, this fast-paced rural noir showcases Andrew Welsh-Huggins' mastery of suspense and vivid characters, set in the heart of the Midwest. Praise for The End of the Road: A Library Journal Best Thriller Book of the Year "An elegant crime story … packed with quirky, entertaining characters and told in flowing prose that has a life of its own…. Recommend this to action fans and to anyone who can respond to golden―if blood-soaked―prose."― Booklist "A crackerjack crime yarn chockablock with miscreants and a supersonic pace." ― Kirkus Andrew Welsh-Huggins is a reporter for the Associated Press in Columbus, Ohio by day and author of seven books in the Andy Hayes private eye series, featuring a former Ohio State and Cleveland Browns quarterback turned investigator, by even earlier in the day. He is the editor of the Columbus Noir anthology from Akashic Books, and the author of two nonfiction books, No Winners Here Tonight, the definitive history of Ohio's death penalty, and Hatred At Home, about the terrorism prosecution of three Ohio friends. His mystery fiction has appeared in Ellery Queen Mystery Magazine, Mystery Weekly, and Mystery Tribune among others.
A Broadway actor, author, and web series co-creator, Andrew Keenan-Bolger opens up about his personal experiences, life lessons, and insights into the world of theater, social media, and literature. He recalls his introduction to theater and his early influences, which include his older sister, and how he was able to pursue a career in acting, thanks to the overwhelming support he received from his parents at such a young age. Currently playing seven different characters in “Dracula, a Comedy of Terrors”, Andrew shares a glimpse of what the production is like, including costume changes, and why having chemistry with the people you work with is essential. While he successfully grew his online presence, he candidly reveals the toll social media can take on one's mental health, ultimately choosing to show only certain aspects of his life and providing valuable content to his followers. Andrew also touches on the transition from co-creating the digital series, “Submissions Only” to co-writing the book series, "Jack and Louisa". He reflects on the responsibility of writing for a younger audience, getting inspired by other people's works, and the importance of staying true to one's unique voice. Andrew Keenan-Bolger is a multi-talented actor, author, and social media influencer who began his professional theatrical journey at the age of 10, with his earliest roles in productions like "A Christmas Carol", “Beauty and the Beast”, and "The Sound of Music." His other stage credits include roles in productions such as "Seussical,""Mary Poppins," "Newsies," and "Tuck Everlasting." His TV credits include “The Undoing”, “The Blacklist”, “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel”, “Nurse Jackie”, and “Naked Brothers Band”. He co-authored the middle-grade novel series "Jack and Louisa" alongside Kate Wetherhead, a delightful series that explores the adventures of two theater-loving friends. He is the co-creator of the critically acclaimed web series, “Submissions Only” and is currently part of the ensemble cast of “Dracula, a Comedy of Terrors” now playing at New World Stages. Connect with Andrew: Website: www.andrewkeenanbolger.com Instagram: @KeenanBlogger Threads: @KeenanBlogger YouTube: @AndrewKeenanBolgerTV Twitter: @KeenanBlogger Connect with The Theatre Podcast: Support us on Patreon: Patreon.com/TheTheatrePodcast YouTube: YouTube.com/TheTheatrePodcast Threads, Twitter & Instagram: @theatre_podcast TikTok: @thetheatrepodcast Facebook.com/OfficialTheatrePodcast TheTheatrePodcast.com Alan's personal Instagram: @alanseales Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Join Kim as she speaks with Scottish astrophotographer Andrew Allan. Andrew has had a deep connection with space from a very young age and loves nothing more than showing others the beauty that can be found in the night sky. From photographing the northern lights to meteor showers, he enjoys it all and shares his passion with others through his social media channels. Journey into photographyWhy he loves the night's skyThe magic of being out after darkInspiring others to reconnect with the night skyLearning astrophotography Why Scotland is so good for astrophotography Seeing the northern lightsThe northern lights in Scotland vs Iceland and NorwayHaving the passion for astrophotographyNever forgetting your first northern lights experience Why the northern light's is his favourite thing to photograph Understanding the power of the Northern Lights Predicting northern light's displays The best places to see the northern light's in Scotland Converting his car to sleep in Photographing the milkywayThe unpredictability of aurora hunting Camera tips for photographing the northern lightsRunning astrophotography workshops Not heading out with expectations Vision for the futureEnjoying what's in the sky every night Connect with Andrew:Website: https://scotlandsnightsky.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@scotlandsnightskyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/scotlandsnightsky Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andrew_allan22---Website: https://www.photographicconnections.com/Join the Photographic Connections community:https://photographic-connections.mn.co/Immersive Photography Weekend Dates:https://www.photographicconnections.com/photographyweekendsFollow the journeyInstagram: http:/www.instagram.com/photographicconnectionsFollow Kim's photography journey and offeringsWebsite: http://www.kimgrantphotography.co.ukYouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@kimgrantphotographyInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/kimgrantphotographyMusic by Mark RobinsonSong: A Thousand LifetimesWebsite: http:/www.markrobinsonmusic.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MarkRobinsonMusic
From having one of his companies go from a chaotic mess to having more revenue and net profit to pay for taxes and other operational expenses, let us know more about Andrew Lucas' transformation story!In this episode, Andrew Lucas, a real estate investor who runs a family-owned business, shares his real estate investing journey that will give you hope from failure to success!Listen as he also shares how his wife got involved and got her an outlet for her wonderful talent! Enjoy the show!Key Takeaways:[01:30] Introducing Andrew Lucas[04:58] What his business looks like before Profit First[11:20] Starting the wholesaling business[15:51] Challenges Andrew and his wife had to face in the real estate investing journey[21:30] Husband-wife team on their real estate investing journey[24:32] Andrew's Profit First story[28:02] Get in touch with Andrew LucasQuotes:[06:15] "They know they are making money, they don't know where it's going. They know they don't have as much now as they thought they would."[25:40] "It's easy to lose track, but when you implement this, you will have opportunities that open up." [26:14] "The people that succeed in real estate are the ones that can stick around the longest."Connect with Andrew:Website: https://reidealfinders.club/ Tired of living deal to deal? If you are a real estate investor or business owner who is tired of living deal to deal and want to double your profits, head over here to book your no-obligation discovery call with me. Either myself or someone from my team will hop on a short call with you to get clear on your business goals, remove any obstacles holding you back, and map out a game plan to help you finally start keeping more of the money you work so hard to make. - David
Herman is a professor of evolutionary anthropology at Duke University, where he focuses on the evolution of human energy expenditure and metabolism. He is also the co-founder of the Human Evolutionary Ecology Lab, where he and his team study the effects of diet, physical activity, and modern environments on human health and disease.Herman's latest book, "Burn: The Misunderstood Science of Metabolism," explores the latest research on metabolism and challenges long-held beliefs about weight loss and metabolism. His work has been featured in numerous publications and media outlets, including The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and NPR.Andrew Best is a biological anthropologist and Assistant Professor of Biology at the Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts; he is also a respectable endurance athlete in his own right. Andrew is currently conducting a research project on ultramarathon and ultra-endurance athletes that further tests the limits of the human metabolic scope. Contact for Andrew-Website: https://www.therunningprimate.com/Instagram: @therunningprimate Twitter: @RunningPrimate Strava: The Shreddy ProfessorBuy Training Essentials for Ultrarunning on Amazon or Audible.Information on coaching-https://trainright.com/Koop's Social MediaTwitter/Instagram- @jasonkoop