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This week we have a transatlantic expert's perspective on the state of sustainable building in Ireland and the UK. Friend of the show, Lloyd's Alter joined us after a research trip and drinking holiday to the UK.We thought it would be interesting to ask him to tell us about what learned on his travels and he offered us hiss thoughts on wood, the inspiring projects he visited, the people he met, cycling in Dublin, ventilation, air quality, transport, and all sorts.Notes from the episodeThat Extinction Beckons art exhibition at the Hayward GalleryThe Retrofit23 exhibition at the Building Centre Architype's case study of the Hereford Archive and RecordsCentreWhy Do we Make Everything So Complicated, a piece by Lloyd about that 'Radical Simplicity' Nick Grant article he references; I couldn't find the actual article but I'll update the notes with the link if Lloyd sends it onSeeing the Wood for the Trees, by Lenny Antonelli and Andy Simmons, from the pages of Passive House PlusThe Deluded World of Window Replacement, from Lloyd's Substack, Upfront Carbon**SOME SELF-PROMOTING CALLS TO ACTION**We don't actually earn anything from this, and it's quite a lot of work, so we have to promote the day jobs.Zero Ambitions Partners email address - zap@eiux.agencySubscribe and advertise with Passive House Plus (UK edition here too)Join ACANJoin the AECB Join the IGBCListen to Accelerate to Zero, Sara's podcast produced at BE-ST, on Apple or Spotify Email Alex and Dan about websites, branding, and communications - zap@eiux.agency; Everything is User Experience**END OF SELF-PROMOTING CALLS TO ACTION**
Have you ever asked for advice? I'm sure you have. It seems that at one time or another we all find ourselves seeking wisdom from someone else. Often the advice is just what we needed. But sometimes we get bad advice. And bad advice leads to painful life lessons. Have you ever received really bad advice? How about this: a Twitter user's no-nonsense grandfather gave this advice about the wilderness: “If you see a bear and don't have time to run away, hug it. Bears cannot scratch their stomachs.”* I assume the person never used the advice, since they tweeted the story! Here's another. chrisdrewdavis on reddit.com says, “When I was a Boy Scout, we went camping. My Scout leader said to just use the leaves to wipe. It was poison ivy.”* Then there's a tweet by Monica Lewinsky on the worst advice she received, “An internship at the White House will be amazing on your résumé.”* Wouldn't you like to know whether a source of advice is good or not? Psalms 1:1-2 contrasts sources of bad advice with the source of truth. It says, “Blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked or stand in the way of sinners or sit in the seat of mockers. But his delight is in the law of the LORD, and on his law he meditates day and night.” (NIV) Remember, God's word provides wisdom and the truth. Read it! *Andy Simmons, "22 Hilariously Bad Pieces of Advice You Shouldn't Follow," Reader's Digest, April 1, 2022, https://www.rd.com/article/hilariously-bad-advice/ How to leave a review: https://www.sparkingfaith.com/rate-and-review/ Visit Elmer Fuller's author website at: https://www.elmerfuller.com/ Bumper music “Landing Place” performed by Mark July, used under license from Shutterstock.
What happens when you build a machine to do a job just like a human? It screws up – just like a human. First published September 2022. Written by Andy Simmons. Read by Zoë Meunier.
Tom Howard and Andy Simmons are in Portugal to preview the next round of the World Rally Championship. They were also present at the gala dinner last night to celebrate the 50th season of WRC, and bring us all the news about how the special anniversary is being marked this weekend.
What comes next after you've done the “Ironman Thing”? Maybe an ultra run? Over the last few years, there has certainly been a huge upswing in the popularity of ultra running events from the mega multi-lap Sri Chinmoy event in New York City to the hardcore Western States 100. If this is the sort of thing that's starting to float your boat then how do you make the transition from Ironman triathlete to an ultra runner? Today's guest Andrew Simmons of Lifelong Endurance in Colorado is going to help guide us through those first steps (no pun intended) as we take a deep dive into ultramarathon training. Topics covered include: Training for an ultra trail event of more than 50km - The first steps Walking and why it MUST be part of your ultra strategy - in training and racing Ultramarathon pacing - why it needs a change of mindset Building resilience is critical for ultra success Yet another guest emphasises the importance of mobility and strength! The value of ‘fun' and ‘play' in athletic training. If you are interested in a training plan for Ultramarathon events Andy has a special discount for podcast listeners: 90% Discount on my 100km-100mile Mountain Ultra Plan | Advanced - Use code: welovesimon for $90 off, Plan is now $9.90' https://www.trainingpeaks.com/training-plans/running/ultra/tp-133961/100km-100-mile-mountain-ultra-plan-50-60-miles-a-week-advanced To find out more about Andy Simmons please start by visiting his website You can also find him on the usual social media channels Facebook Instagram @coach_simmons_runs Recent Articles: Technical Descending: https://www.trainingpeaks.com/blog/the-trail-runners-guide-to-downhill-training-and-technical-descents/ Designing an Athlete's Total Load: https://www.trainingpeaks.com/coach-blog/designing-an-athletes-total-load/ 9 Plyometric & Strength Movements for Runners: https://www.trainingpeaks.com/coach-blog/9-plyometric-strength-movements-for-runners/ Ultramarathons: https://www.trainingpeaks.com/blog/speedwork-for-ultra-runners Hill Work: https://www.podiumrunner.com/training/climb-your-way-to-speed/ Youth: Here's one piece on getting more kids on trails I wrote for our blog. https://peakperformrun.com/1752-2/ Insights on Trail Running for Youth Runners - A look inside our Altitude Camp https://trailrunner.com/trail-news/highlights-from-a-high-altitude-training-camp-for-high-school-runners/ Coaching young runners in the emerging sport of trail running https://trailrunner.com/trail-news/lessons-learned-in-coaching-youth-trail-runners/ Episode w/ Parker Wolfe (one of the fastest kids in the US in the last 5 years) https://open.spotify.com/episode/47X7PIEEMospT9xrQIY9km?si=ff49d5ab16e2490b Mental Performance in Running w/ Addie Bracy https://open.spotify.com/episode/4QKDsG5AbIXEkuTsAwQ6gJ?si=7a4b9d5ccecc4665 Take a 30 day trial in my SWAT Inner Circle for just £1. Watch this video for more information. Purchase a copy of my High Performance Human e-book featuring more than 30 top tips on how to upgrade your life. If you would like to help offset the cost of our podcast production, we would be so grateful. Please click here to support the HPH podcast. Thank you! Visit Simon's website for more information about his coaching programmes. Links to all of Simon's social media channels can be found here. For any questions please email Beth@TheTriathlonCoach.com.
The tradition continues! It’s the 2020 HALLOWEEN LIVE SCREAM! Once the trick-or-treating is over, join Weird Darkness host, Darren Marlar as he shares true ghost stories, real tales of terror, and more – LIVE! Give to the Darkness Challenge campaign: http://DarknessChallenge.com Watch the VIDEO version (commercial-free!) of the Halloween Live Scream: https://weirddarkness.com/archives/7807 STORY AND MUSIC CREDITS/SOURCES…(Over time links can and may become invalid, disappear, or have different content.)“Would You Change The Date of Halloween?” by Laurie Dixon for Reader’s Digest: https://tinyurl.com/y5zrojml “History and Origins of Halloween” by Tina Donvito for Reader’s Digest: https://tinyurl.com/yynzepcb “Esme: The Playful Halloween Spirit” by Katherine Neville for The Lineup: https://tinyurl.com/yyxf9uhx “True Stories” from The Occult Museum: https://tinyurl.com/y46x5sdg“True Ghost Stories, Part 2” from Reddit: https://tinyurl.com/y6y2ovzm “It Happened On Halloween” by Andy Simmons and Kristine Solomon for Reader’s Digest: https://tinyurl.com/yxapx84p “It Happened On Halloween, Part 2” by Stephen Wagner from Live About: https://tinyurl.com/yx8q3cov (I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing that for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I’ll rectify it in the show notes as quickly as possible.)Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library. Background music, varying by episode, provided by Alibi Music, EpidemicSound and/or AudioBlocks with paid license. Music from Shadows Symphony (https://tinyurl.com/yyrv987t), Midnight Syndicate (http://amzn.to/2BYCoXZ), Kevin MacLeod (https://tinyurl.com/y2v7fgbu), Tony Longworth (https://tinyurl.com/y2nhnbt7), and/or Nicolas Gasparini/Myuu (https://tinyurl.com/lnqpfs8) is used with permission. "I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46Find out how to escape eternal darkness at https://weirddarkness.com/eternaldarkness WeirdDarkness™ - is a registered trademark. Copyright ©Weird Darkness 2020.= = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = =
Nashville SC's return to the pitch has been delayed once again, but we're back with a new series looking at the latest results from Europe. Lucas Panzica heads up the series, joined today by Jonathan Slape and Andy Simmons. Have a favorite European team? Want us to talk about a specific result? Disagree with one of our takes? Let us know on Twitter @SpeedwaySoc. For all the latest Nashville soccer news, visit SpeedwaySoccer.com.
In 2014, Brooklyn-based duo Weeknight released its debut album " Post Everything ." Nearly five years later, the band's founders, Andy Simmons and Holly MacGibbon released Weeknight's second album "Dead Beat Creep" on Feb. 1. The second album features band mates Russell Hymowitz and Jasper Berg, who joined the band in 2017. With Hymowitz on base guitar and Berg on drums, " Dead Beat Creep " marks a radical approach to recording for a band whose sound is described as "dark synth pop." Weeknight recorded their second album using all analog instruments and by writing each song so they could perform them live without backup tracks. Online publication Brooklyn Vegan described the new album's first single "Holes in My Head" as "a cinematic piece of synthpop noir that, lyrically, is about Holly’s father who died in 2017 after a long struggle with Alzheimer’s." "It was written from his perspective, and says what I imagined he would have wanted to say to me if he was able to," MacGibbon told the publication. Set list: "Holes in My Head" "Outside the Pale" - interview - "Settle Down" "Done With Me" -- Weeknight's Lounge Act was recorded on Feb. 14, 2019 in the WCPO Digital Lounge in Cincinnati, OH. WCPO Lounge Acts features intimate in-studio performances and interviews from outstanding musical artists. Mixed by Brian Niesz. Video by Emily Maxwell and Brian Niesz. Hosted by Brian Mains.
On this edition of TJ Extra, Ben goes on vacation leaving Alex to do the show all by himself. Lucky for the listeners, Alex was joined by Andy Simmons of Golden Goal to preview the match. In the interview we discussed the idiosyncrasies of the USL schedule, Nashville’s current form and how this match at Charlotte could affect their playoff run. Alex also discussed the two newest signings made this week by the Jacks in the lead up to this match. Predictions: Alex 1-2 NSH Andy 0-1 NSH Buy our t-shirt! https://teespring.com/shop/talkin-jacks-logo-tee#pid=46&cid=2740&sid=front Thank you for listening! Come on you Jacks! Instagram: @talkinjacks Twitter: @talkinjacks Facebook.com/talkinjacks talkinjacks@gmail.com Music: "Good to Be Alone" by The Bomb Busters, used under Creative Commons --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/talkinjacks/support
We're back with another episode! Ben hosts this one, not because he's a talented host, but because no one else was available. Joining him is a man who may as well be a full time member of Speedway Soccer, Andy Simmons of Golden Goal. In the first segment, the guys break down Nashville SC's 2-0 home win against playoff contenders Ottawa Fury. They talk tactics, positives, negatives, and ask if the past two results are just chance or if this team is back on form. In the second segment, it's the return of the #SpeedwaySoccerPoll. Is the return to a 3-5-2 a good thing? Have your say in this week's poll here. In the third segment, we preview Nashville SC's weekend trip to Louisville City, who currently sit in fourth place in the eastern conference. Can Nashville get a result? Would a loss be a bad thing? What does this game mean for the playoff race? Thanks for listening to this episode of Speedway Soccer. If you enjoy the show, please take a second to rate and review wherever you listen. It helps more people find us. Thanks as always to our hosts Alley Taps, our partners at the Beautiful Game Network, and our sponsors Ruffneck Scarves. We have our own scarves for sale! Order yours for only $20 here: PayPal.me/Shep21
Lots of wins to talk about this week. In the first segment, Slape and Ben sit down with Andy Simmons from Golden Goal to review Nashille SC's 1-0 win away to Pittsburgh and their 3-1 win at home against Penn FC. In the second segment, Davey and Sloop interview Josh Hakala from TheCup.us to talk all things US Open Cup. In the third segment, Slape, Ben, and Andy preview Nashville's upcoming match in the 4th Round of the US Open Cup, as the Boys In Gold host MLS side Colorado Rapids. They also preview NSC's weekend trip to face the Tampa Bay Rowdies. Tickets for the Open Cup game (Wednesday, June 6 at 7:30 PM) are still available! Get your tickets here. Thanks as always to our partners at the Beautiful Game Network and Alley Taps, as well as our sponsors, Ruffneck Scarves. If you like what we're doing at Speedway Soccer, take a second to rate and review us wherever you get your podcasts.
Yes our conversation continues. We like to talk! In this segment Barry gets into the nitty gritty, not so pleasant details of a business decline and its resurrection from the ashes. He shares a lot of details and absolute pearls of experienced wisdom that hopefully will help you stay on the straight and focused path of success. He also talks about evolving again even though it might be working. Be ready to have change as a big part of your model. Mentioned: https://www.facebook.com/barry.treebeard (Barry's Facebook contact) https://ecommercemomentum.com/267-barry-treebeard-mark-part-one-two-part-deep-dive-evolving-ecommerce-seller/barry@treebeardsbooks.com (Barry's email) Sponsors: http://www.amazingfreedom.com/momentum-join () Andy Slaman's Amazing Freedom Course information click Here! http://www.amazingfreedom.com/momentum-arbitrage (Gaye's Million Dollar Arbitrage List) http://ecommercemomentum.karenlocker.zaxaa.com/o/7525960235600/1 (Solutions4ecommerce) http://sellerlabs.com/momentum (Scope from Sellerlabs) http://trygodaddy.com/click.track?CID=344983&AFID=419630&godaddy.com=momentum (GoDaddy) http://trygrasshopper.com/click.track?CID=336231&AFID=419630&grasshopper.com=momentum (Grasshopper) Transcript: (note- this is a new tool I am trying out so it is not perfect- it does seem to be getting better) Stephen: [00:00:00] If you are a subscriber of my e-mail newsletter you would have seen a note from me mentioning that yes I will prep your product for free. And I’ve gotten a bunch of questions about that and are like wait wait what do you mean you’ll prep it for free. So Stephen: [00:00:15] here’s the deal. You know Andy Simmons an amazing freedom their sponsor of my show and their course is launching and it’s all open for a week or two. Just about that and Andy pays me I mean quite frankly if he’s on his course he pays me. We all know that. I’ve been very clear about that. And to entice you to come through me which doesn’t cost anything additional. We have offered my wife my son and I will prep your first private label product that you developed through his course. Now his course is phenomenal. I’m in there so you’ll get to see me. You’ll get to consult with me and we can talk about you know what the prep is going to require you’ll send it to our warehouse and our location. We do have a loading dock so that’s going to save you some fees. Stephen: [00:01:00] You don’t have to get a lift gate or any of those things. Your first order up to a thousand units. I am going to qualify and say you got to do it within six months because I want you to take action. But here’s the deal. No fees whatever. No Labels bags whatever. That’s your responsibility. But outside of that we’ll actually do the work for you. We’ll do a cursory inspection for you and we will absolutely ensure that your product gets there. The best we can. And you know I’m excited about that because I want you to focus on developing a product and then launching it. That’s where the hard work is and that’s where the road is going to help you the most is launching a product and worry about packing it up and getting it in there. Stephen: [00:01:41] We can help you with that. And again I’m going to do the first thing for free. How do I make money on it. And he pays me. So I just want to be clear about that and offer that to you. The only way you’re going to get that we are not a prep center. The only way you’re going to get that is if you join through my link and it’s on this episode it will be on the next couple of episodes. But it’s amazing freedom does come forward slash momentum. Then...
Happy Anniversary to us! Yes, it's been TWO YEARS of this nonsense, and we decided to celebrate with some of our favorite clips. In a sane universe, this would be a "blooper reel." But of course we don't cut out the bloopers because we don't live in a sane universe. This week's episode is the early stuff, right from the very first episode. You'll hear all about a gangsta rap, the reason Uncle Sasquatch is named Uncle Sasquatch, a shame nozzle, and Captain Peanut Butter on the Lake of Cameras. And a special shoutout/thank you goes out to our superfan, Andy Simmons, who helped us find some of this insanity. Can't we start all over again? No? Ok, cool, whatever, we didn't even WANT to, ok? If you like this foolishness, make sure you subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Soundcloud, wherever you get your podcasts. And leave us a 5 star review, share it with your weirdo friends, all of it. But mostly, thank you for hanging out with us and listening to this stuff. We love our listeners. All eleven of you.