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Bill C-5 — otherwise known by its full name, An Act to enact the Free Trade and Labour Mobility in Canada Act and the Building Canada Act — is now officially law. While the name may be a mouthful, its goal is clear: to finally fix what Canada has long struggled with, which is getting major projects approved and built faster. But is C-5 just what the economy ordered, or will it struggle to achieve its intentions and become another overpromised, underdelivered piece of policy? Scott Crockatt is joined by BCA's VP of Policy and Chief Economist Mike Holden to answer this very question.  Scott and Mike unpack Canada's "lost decade" and the lack of productivity growth that is alarming Canadian policy thinkers and economists, including the fact that Canada ranks 37 out of 38 OECD countries in productivity growth over the last decade (only ahead of Luxembourg). The podcast will also break down what's actually in the bill: its biggest strengths, its political hurdles, and the early pushback it's already facing. Finally, the episode wraps with a broad discussion on whether the "production model" (i.e., Bill C-5) lives up to expectations from "the advertisement" (i.e., the Liberal election platform). --------------------- About the Business Council of Alberta The Business Council of Alberta was founded on a simple idea: to make life better for all Albertans. We believe that business has an important role in improving society, and that when business does well, we all do well. We work with the chief executives and leading entrepreneurs of Alberta's largest enterprises to understand the big, long-term challenges that Albertans are facing and work with industry, government, and civil society to solve these problems and build shared prosperity for every person who calls Alberta home. Check out more of our recent work: https://bit.ly/3JG9ifS Listen to BCA Podcasts: https://bit.ly/3bHlfFB Subscribe to our monthly newsletter: https://bit.ly/3BPxDhv Follow us on socials: LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3QaetHE YouTube: https://bit.ly/3QswqAV X: https://bit.ly/3P7pgB0 Facebook: https://bit.ly/3Qx6B2J

Die Themen im heutigen Versicherungsfunk Update sind: BVK begrüßt Stärkung der betrieblichen Altersvorsorge Der Bundesverband Deutscher Versicherungskaufleute (BVK) unterstützt die Pläne der Bundesregierung. Das Bundesministerium für Arbeit und Soziales hat einen Referentenentwurf zur Reform der betrieblichen Altersvorsorge vorgelegt. Ziel ist es, die bAV attraktiver zu gestalten und ihre Verbreitung zu erhöhen. Kritisch sieht der Verband dagegen, dass das Sozialpartnermodell gestärkt werden soll – mit dem die bAV allein zwischen den Sozialpartnern ausgehandelt wird. FondsKonzept ermöglicht Sprung ins VEMA-Portal Die FondsKonzept Assekuranzmakler GmbH ermöglicht Maklern ab sofort in Zusammenarbeit mit der VEMA eG den direkten Sprung vom jeweiligen Kundenvertrag im smartMSC ins VEMA-Portal – schnell, sicher und ohne erneutes Einloggen. Dank standardisierter Deeplinks wird der Informationszugriff deutlich einfacher, einheitlicher und spart wertvolle Zeit. Die Bayerische will Antragsprozess für Sach-Police mit KI-StartUp vereinfachen Die Versicherungsgruppe die Bayerische und das Tech-Startup muffintech starten ein gemeinsames Pilotprojekt, um den digitalen Antragsprozess für Sachversicherungen mit Künstlicher Intelligenz zu vereinfachen. Erstmals soll eine KI-Lösung von muffintech zur aktiven Unterstützung des Antragsprozesses und damit zur Verkaufsförderung eingesetzt werden. Das soll zunächst im Bereich Zahnzusatzversicherung getestet und später in der Hausratversicherung fortgesetzt werden. Global-Finanz setzt auf Dipay Die Global-Finanz AG und die Dipay GmbH schließen eine strategische Partnerschaft für alternative Vergütungsmodelle. Der Allfinanz-Dienstleister wird seinen Partnern dadurch den Einsatz von Service- und Vergütungsmodellen ermöglichen. „Als unabhängiger Allfinanz-Dienstleister setzen wir seit Jahrzehnten Maßstäbe in der ganzheitlichen Vermögensberatung“, erklärt Bernd Steinhart, Vorstand Vertrieb der Global-Finanz AG. MRH Trowe integriert Finance-Kompetenz MRH Trowe hat die 2024 übernommene Hansekontor Maklergesellschaft mbH im Juli 2025 auf die MRH Trowe Credit & Finance GmbH verschmolzen und die Geschäftsführung neu geordnet. Neben Dirk Dahlheimer als Sprecher der Geschäftsführung wurden Ralf Dirschauer und Ralf-Patric Paps zu Geschäftsführern bestellt. Außerdem wurden die Anteile an der Tochtergesellschaft Hansekontor West GmbH in Köln auf 100 % aufgestockt. Das Unternehmen läuft künftig unter MRH Trowe Credit & Finance West GmbH. Jens Jonen bleibt weiterhin in der Geschäftsführung der Gesellschaft, die durch Dirk Dahlheimer ergänzt wird. BCA steigert Umsatz und EBITDA deutlich Bei der BCA AG stieg der Gesamtumsatz 2024 gegenüber dem Vorjahr um 14,1 % auf 80 Millionen Euro. Der Rohertrag blieb mit 17,2 Millionen Euro stabil. Das EBITDA stieg auf 2 Mio. Euro (2023: 1,2 Mio. Euro).

Die Themen im heutigen Versicherungsfunk Update sind: Arag kündigt alle Kfz-Versicherungen Die Arag Allgemeine Versicherungs-AG beendet zum 31. Dezember 2025 endgültig ihr Engagement in der Kfz-Versicherung. In einem aktuellen Schreiben an ihre Kunden kündigt das Unternehmen alle noch bestehenden Verträge. Die Begründung: Man wolle sich auf die eigenen Kernkompetenzen konzentrieren, insbesondere auf Rechtsschutz-, Sport-, Sach-, Haftpflicht- und Unfallversicherungen. Mehr dazu >>> Munich Re bekommt neuen Vorstandsvorsitzenden Munich Re-Vorstandschef Joachim Wenning wird seine Vorstandstätigkeit nach reiflicher Überlegung nicht über den 31. Dezember 2025 hinaus fortführen, sondern aus persönlichen Gründen und mit Abschluss des Strategieprogramms „Ambition 2025“ in den Ruhestand gehen. Zum Nachfolger wurde mit Wirkung ab 1. Januar 2026 Christoph Jurecka ernannt. Andrew Buchanan wurde ebenfalls ab 1. Januar 2026 neu in den Vorstand berufen. Er tritt die Nachfolge von Christoph Jurecka als CFO von Munich Re an. Darüber hinaus wurde Robin Johnson mit Wirkung ab 1. August 2025 zum Mitglied des Vorstands bestellt. Er übernimmt die neu geschaffene Rolle des Chief Technology Officer (CTO) von Munich Re. Mehr dazu >>> Hans John übernimmt CoNav Consulting Die Hans John Versicherungsmakler GmbH und die CoNav Consulting GmbH & Co. KG bündeln ab sofort ihr Know-how und ihre Kräfte. Die Hans John Versicherungsmakler GmbH wird die Betreuung der bisherigen CoNav-Verträge übernehmen. Insbesondere Jüngere unzufrieden mit privater Absicherung Bei der privaten Absicherung gegen Unfälle, Krankheiten oder Berufsunfähigkeit ist die Zufriedenheit unter den Befragten der Generation X, der Millennials und der Generation Z insgesamt geringer als bei den älteren Befragten. Jeweils rund ein Viertel der jüngeren Generationen ist sogar ausdrücklich unzufrieden mit der eigenen Absicherung. Unter den Babyboomern äußert sich nur jeder Fünfte unzufrieden. Das geht aus einem Bericht des Markt- und Sozialforschungsinstituts Ipsos zum Finanzverhalten der verschiedenen Generationen mit Daten aus dem Ipsos Finanzmarktpanel hervor. Nur ein Drittel der Deutschen hat ein Testament Die Hälfte der Deutschen hat sich nach eigenen Angaben noch nicht mit dem Thema Vererben auseinandergesetzt (50 %). Ein Drittel hat bereits ein Testament gemacht (33 %). Vor allem ältere Menschen über 60 regeln ihren Nachlass (45 %). Das zeigt eine aktuelle repräsentative Umfrage des unabhängigen Geldratgebers Finanztip. BCA startet Initiative für Jungmakler Der Maklerpool BCA AG bringt eine Initiative für Jungmakler an den Start: der BCA Builders Club #frshmnds. Die BCA unterstützt Brancheneinsteiger, Jungunternehmer und Neudenker mit einem spezifischen Angebot auch in der unternehmerischen Entwicklung und Entfaltung. Jungmakler finden Rat, Unterstützung und Austausch im BCA Builders Club #frshmnds.

Lizzie Eastham and Sam Rickard present Studio 1 - Vision Australia Radio’s weekly look at life from a low vision and blind point of view. On this week’s show “50 years of Blind Citizens Australia Part 1 – David Blyth and Bill Jolley” It is June 1975: flares are in fashion; the Captain & Tennille are at number 1 on the charts with “Love will keep us together” and the organisation that will one day be called “Blind Citizens Australia” holds its first convention. Lizzie and Sam catch up with two men who were there from the start. David and Bill talk about how and why the then “Blind Citizens Foundation” was formed; the people who helped to shape it; and some of the achievements that have affected all our lives over the last 50 years. Studio 1 welcomes any input from our listeners. If you have any experience or thoughts about issues covered in this episode or believe there is something we should be talking about. EMAIL: studio1@visionaustralia.org or leave comment on the station’s Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/VARadioNetwork Thank you to: David and Bill. Extra thanks to Deb and the board and staff of BCA for helping to make this possible. Learn more about BCA's first 50 years and beyond here: https://www.bca.org.au/bcas-rich-50-year-history/ This program was made possible with support from the Community Broadcasting Foundation. Find out more at https://cbf.org.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Interview recorded - 3rd of July, 2025On this episode of the WTFinance podcast I have the pleasure of welcoming back Marko Papic. Marko is chief strategist at at BCA Research. He is also the author of Geopolitical Alpha: An Investment Framework for Predicting the Future.During our conversation we spoke about Marko's current thoughts on the geopolitical landscape, his framework, trading geopolitics, current flashpoints and impact on the markets. I hope you enjoy!0:00 - Introduction1:33 - Geopolitical framework5:58 - Trading geopolitics13:45 - Trump & Putin16:52 - Geopolitics the past 10 years27:03 - Russia, Middle East & Taiwan40:21 - Impact on markets?Marko is a macro and geopolitical expert at BCA Research, a global investment research firm. He provides in-depth analysis that combines geopolitics and markets in a framework called GeoMacro. He is also the author of Geopolitical Alpha: An Investment Framework for Predicting the Future.At BCA, Marko leads the firm's premier service, BCA Access, that allows clients to unlock access to custom research and the vast expert network that BCA has cultivated over its 76 year history.Previously, Marko was a partner at an alternative asset management firm in California where he provided his investors and clients with controversial market calls, bold views, and around-the-clock research. He helped seed global macro hedge funds and curate several funds, across public and private markets. His work on incorporating geopolitics into the asset management industry has become part of the CAIA curriculum.Born in Belgrade, Serbia, he has lived in Iraq, Jordan, Switzerland, Canada, and the U.S. He has lectured at the top universities and you'll frequently see him in global news media.Marko Papic - X - https://x.com/Geo_papicResearch - https://www.bcaresearch.com/Geopolitical Alpha - https://www.geopoliticalalpha.com/Geopolitical Cousins - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/geopolitical-cousins/id1802258017WTFinance -Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/67rpmjG92PNBW0doLyPvfniTunes -https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wtfinance/id1554934665?uo=4LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthony-fatseas-761066103/Twitter - https://twitter.com/AnthonyFatseasThumbnail image from - https://www.vecteezy.com/photo/55370299-abstract-digital-world-map-illuminated-with-red-lines-and-nodes-showcasing-global-connectivity

Scott starts this week with some frustrations with Amazon. Specifically a 3rd party seller on Amazon. The boys also go over their Mount Rushmore of WCW Galoobs. Also at the beginning of the show, the boys talk about SDCC news from Loyal Subjects. Also they talk about Neca's next series of Ben Cooper Halloween costume figures.    Foco Bobbleheads is back in the news with their next bobble for their magazine cover. FC Toys showed off their next series of Hardy's. Hardy's retros and BCA's. Grapplers and Gimmicks showed off the renderings of their next retro. Top Rope Collectibles announced a big name from WCW days. KWK announces that their Red Card Max Moon is officially sold out at shopkwk.com. Sticking with KWK, Shawn announces that he is starting a KWK Klub. Listen and see how you can join the club. Jazwares drops the FTR with special packaging up on on jazwaresvault.com. And Mattel announces their SDCC special figure this year. Also a three pack of John Cena at Walmart At the end of the show they answer a question from Josh Thompson   Pre Orders: Big Rubber Guys - Collectmajor.com Shotzi Blackheart The Genius Sean Mooney  Koko B. Ware Road Warriors are available at Big Bad toy store Fig Collections - shop.figurecollections.com The patriot Buff Bagwell   Zombie Sailor - (zombiesailor.com) La Toonie 12 inch Road warriors (latoonie.com) KWK Shopkwk.com use code Fullyposeable to get 10 percent off your order. Also KWK's month of May pre order is Bezerker.  Thank you to everyone for keeping this show going!

Podcast host Scott Crockatt sits down with BCA's economists Mike Holden and Alicia Planincic to discuss the good, the bad, and the uncertain of BCA's recently-released Spring Economic Snapshot. In an episode filled with anecdotes, analogies and silver linings, the group chats about what it takes to build an Alberta economic outlook at a time when uncertainty seems to be the only certainty in global markets.  This edition of the bi-annual Alberta Economic Snapshot comes at a time of both strength and strain. Alberta continues to lead Canada in population growth, but even with that, most indicators—from jobs to investment, point to a cooling economy, and some warning lights are flashing. Mike and Alicia run through the various signals and what they could mean for Alberta's economy, both now and into the future. --------------------- About The Business Council of Alberta The Business Council of Alberta was founded on a simple idea: to make life better for all Albertans. We believe that business has an important role in improving society, and that when business does well, we all do well. We work with the chief executives and leading entrepreneurs of Alberta's largest enterprises to understand the big, long-term challenges that Albertans are facing and work with industry, government, and civil society to solve these problems and build shared prosperity for every person who calls Alberta home. Check out more of our recent work: https://bit.ly/3JG9ifS Check out recent episodes of AlbertaBETTER: https://bit.ly/3bHlfFB Subscribe to our monthly newsletter: https://bit.ly/3BPxDhv Follow us on social media: Twitter: https://bit.ly/3P7pgB0 Facebook: https://bit.ly/3Qx6B2J LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3QaetHE YouTube: https://bit.ly/3QswqAV

Rebecca discusses the upcoming Murder Mystery Dinner Party at the BCA, Art from the HeARTland entries, the Stoneware Fest and Swap Meet demonstrations, plus the ongoing Summer Art Series on the WRAM Morning Show.

This week on the Time Blaster Toy Cast, we're blasting back to 1997 to talk more WWF Jakks Bone Crunching Action Figures! From the Managers Series, to the Ringside Series, to a bunch of box sets, we've got plenty of BCA brothers to discuss! So crack up a cold one & settle in, cause we're about to get into it! The Time Blaster Toy Cast is a nostalgic podcast about growing up in the 1980's & 1990's, with a specific focus on action figures, video games, junk food and retro geek stuff. Hosts Keith, Joe & Dave are your weekly tour guides as we travel back in time... when toys were cooler, movies were funnier, times were simpler & life in general was just MORE RAD! Got a question, comment or idea for our show? Want to share a story of your own with us? The Time Blaster Toy Line is open 24/7! Leave us a message or shoot over a text message at 734-494-2292 Follow us on Instagram: @timeblastertoys @theretroko @mathew_priest

Listen in as BCA's Jeremy Kariuki and Bill Carey speak with NBAA's Doug Carr on how the FAA is actively changing how access to personally identifiable information for aircraft owners and operators is moderated.

BCA's takeover of Aston Barclay cast into doubt amid investigation by competitions watchdogWeekly Briefing: Why some dealers are worried about the rise of Chinese car makersCutting VAT to boost electric car sales ‘makes sense' – new Nissan bossJason Cranswick steps down from roles at Marubeni Auto Investment and Norton WayGreenhous Group sees profits soar as bosses praise ‘exceptional performance' in 2024

In this episode, Andrew interviews Reagan Pierce, a senior psychology student at Texas A&M, who shares his transformative experience on a mission trip to Cuba. Reagan discusses the motivations behind his trip, the challenges faced, and the profound impact of Cuban hospitality and community. He reflects on personal growth, the importance of service, and his aspirations for the future, including attending law school. The conversation highlights the significance of faith in action and the connections formed through shared experiences in mission work.Find Brotherhood of Christian Aggies: https://www.bcaggies.com/Learn about Proclaim Cuba: www.proclaimcuba.orgSupport Cuba: www.proclaimcuba.org/giveShop Proclaim Cuba Merch: https://www.bonfire.com/store/proclaim-cuba/Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/proclaimcuba/00:00 Reagan's Background02:38 The Call to Cuba05:22 Preparing for the Mission Trip07:56 The Baseball Field Project12:50 Cuban Hospitality and Community14:33 Surprises and Insights from Cuba19:22 Personal Growth and Service20:38 BCA and Mission Work

Die Themen im heutigen Versicherungsfunk Update sind: 20.000 EUR geschenkt – was tun die Deutschen damit? Sparen vor Reisen und Altersvorsorge: 39 % der Deutschen würden einen unerwarteten Geldsegen in Höhe von 20.000 EUR auf die hohe Kante legen. Das zeigt der aktuelle DIA-Deutschland-Trend. Nur 22 % würden ihn in zusätzliche Altersvorsorge investieren, 16 % in Aktien oder ETF. Auffällig: Männer zeigen deutlich mehr Risikofreude bei der Kapitalanlage, Ältere sparen am liebsten. Alle Details zur repräsentativen Umfrage auf der Website des Deutschen Instituts für Altersvorsorge. Generali als „Nachhaltigkeits-Champion“ ausgezeichnet Die Generali Deutschland wurde von ServiceValue und Die Welt als „Nachhaltigkeits-Champion“ ausgezeichnet und belegt Platz zwei im Versicherer-Ranking. Verbraucher bescheinigen dem Unternehmen ein besonders ökologisch verantwortungsvolles Handeln. Generali-Vorstandschef Stefan Lehmann betont: „Nachhaltigkeit ist eine Grundvoraussetzung unseres wirtschaftlichen Erfolgs.“ Die Auszeichnung würdigt das ESG-Engagement im Rahmen der Strategie „Lifetime Partner 27“. Kundenservice als Stärke: Die Bayerische erhält Doppelauszeichnung Die Bayerische zählt laut aktueller Untersuchungen zu den Versicherern mit dem besten Kundenservice. In der ServiceValue-Studie mit der Wirtschaftswoche erhielt sie das Prädikat „Exzellent“. Auch im digitalen Dialog überzeugte die Bayerische: Laut Fralytics reagiert sie schnell, persönlich und transparent – in einer Branche, in der viele Anbieter E-Mails oft gar nicht beantworten. Der Mittelständler setzt auf eine Kombination aus digitaler Unterstützung und direktem Ansprechpartner – ganz nach dem Motto: „Von Mensch zu Mensch.“ BCA AG vertreibt neuen Pangaea Life AIF für nachhaltige US-Wohnimmobilien Die BCA AG startet den Vertrieb des geschlossenen Publikumsfonds „Pangaea Life Co-Invest US Residential“. Der Fonds investiert in Wohnimmobilien im US-Sunbelt und richtet sich an Privatanleger, die gemeinsam mit institutionellen Investoren am Wachstum der Region partizipieren wollen. Vermittler der BCA, CARAT Fonds Service AG und BfV Bank für Vermögen AG können das Produkt ab 10.000 $ Einmalanlage vertreiben. Prognostiziert wird ein Mittelrückfluss von 144 % bei etwa fünf Jahren Laufzeit. Cleos Welt startet erste Kleintierversicherung für Vögel, Reptilien und Kleinsäuger Das Insurtech Cleos Welt bringt die erste umfassende Kleintierversicherung auf den deutschen Markt. Abgedeckt werden Tiere wie Wellensittiche, Bartagamen oder Meerschweinchen – inklusive Zahnbehandlungen, Vorsorgepauschale und Kastration. „Wir schließen eine echte Versorgungslücke“, so Ludwig Koch, Head of Product. Der digitale Rundumschutz ist ab sofort online verfügbar. Fusion in Spanien: Helvetia vereint Caser, Helvetia Seguros und Holding Suizo Der Verwaltungsrat der Helvetia Gruppe hat der geplanten Fusion ihrer spanischen Gesellschaften zugestimmt. Caser soll als absorbierende Einheit bestehen bleiben. Ziel ist die Schaffung einer neuen Top-10-Versicherung auf dem spanischen Markt mit über 2,5 Mio. Kunden und 7.000 Mitarbeitenden. CEO Juan Estallo sieht darin eine „Investition in Stabilität, Wachstum und nachhaltige Wertschöpfung“.

This week Sam speaks with Maureen O'Reilly from the Vision Australia Library about some events the library will be hosting in conjunction with Melbourne Writers Festival on the evening of May 9. You'll also hear from CEO of Blind Citizens Australia Deb Deshayes, who joins the show to tell us about the upcoming BCA conference in June, and some of the initiatives BCA will be offering members in the coming weeks and months.Support this Vision Australia Radio program: https://www.visionaustralia.org/donate?src=radio&type=0&_ga=2.182040610.46191917.1644183916-1718358749.1627963141See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Donate to Jamie Caple's London Marathon run, in aid of BenAston Barclay joins Constellation Automotive Group as BCA completes takeover of rival firmIneos ditches agency sales and slashes dealer network in bid to 'right size' operationsUS buyers won't swallow 25% Trump tariff price hikes on imported cars – NADA boss warnsH.R. Owen to sell Zenvo hypercars as dealer group becomes brand's sole UK retailerGovernment's relaxation of ZEV Mandate 'kicks the can down the road' – Polestar UK boss

The work of undercover agents who pose as criminals or victims to catch people preying on another for personal gain has come into the spotlight following the arrest of former state senator Justin Eichorn. The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension was not involved in the arrest of Eichorn, but they worked with Bloomington PD and other law enforcement on the operation.The BCA investigates these types of crimes statewide. Their predatory crimes department includes the Minnesota Human Trafficking Investigators Task Force and the Minnesota Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force.Minnesota BCA superintendent Drew Evans joined the program to talk about how the state works to track down predators.

In this episode of BCA, we are talking about the 1977 documentary The Making of Star Wars!!!   Twitter @StarWarsCast Instagram BCApodcast Email: podcastbca@gmail.com Please leave a review on Apple Podcasts!! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/boring-conversation-anyway/id1457849832

We have big news! We're excited to introduce Steve Young as the newest addition to our podcast team. Steve joins us as a content creator, interview scheduler, and podcast producer, bringing incredible talent and a fresh perspective to our platform. In this episode, we also welcome Rob Loud, our newest Board Member, along with Armen Caprielian, Chairman of the BCA, and our Founder, Dr. Gaby Kafie. Together, we dive into some of the most pressing topics in the premium cigar industry, including: ✅ The latest updates on FDA regulations ✅ The ongoing lawsuit impacting boutique cigars ✅ Key insights on PCA, CRA, and the definition of "premium cigars" ✅ And much more! This is a must-listen episode for anyone passionate about the premium cigar world. Tune in now! 

Episode 378 of A Cigar Hustlers Podcast:In this episode, the crew discusses the latest tech troubles as X (formerly Twitter) experiences a shutdown. They dive into the Diddy trial, where Odle Beckman has been named a defendant. Canada's political landscape is changing with a new Prime Minister making bold moves. Boots shares 7 things you didn't know about Chuck Norris as he celebrates his 85th birthday.Cigar news is hot with Plasencia unveiling a new Drinking Buddy, Connor McGregor entering the cigar world, and STG reporting a dip in profits despite a $1.3 billion revenue. Sensi John Kreese launches a new cigar, and BCA adds a new member to its board. Plus, there's an exciting update as My Father cigars heads to Honduras.Tune in for all this and more!

Episode 378 of A Cigar Hustlers Podcast:In this episode, the crew discusses the latest tech troubles as X (formerly Twitter) experiences a shutdown. They dive into the Diddy trial, where Odle Beckman has been named a defendant. Canada's political landscape is changing with a new Prime Minister making bold moves. Boots shares 7 things you didn't know about Chuck Norris as he celebrates his 85th birthday.Cigar news is hot with Plasencia unveiling a new Drinking Buddy, Connor McGregor entering the cigar world, and STG reporting a dip in profits despite a $1.3 billion revenue. Sensi John Kreese launches a new cigar, and BCA adds a new member to its board. Plus, there's an exciting update as My Father cigars heads to Honduras.Tune in for all this and more!

Phil has competed in over 300 sanctioned competitions (350 to be exact) including IBCA, KCBS, BCA, and LSBS to date. Phil currently has 90 Grand Champion & Reserve Grand Champion wins combined, with over 300k Career Earnings. ​Phil grew up In Sour Lake, Texas, his love for food started at a young age, and sports fueled his competitive drive to be the best. He now resides in Bandera Texas with his wife Carmen and their four children. Phil's first competition was in January of 2015…Hardin County Go Texan in Silsbee, TX. The cookoff had 19 teams and they only called top 3 places in each meat. Phil remembers “I sat on my butt through chicken, then ribs, then brisket until they got to 1st place…Boom!  I was hooked.” Now borderline obsessed with the sport of competition barbecue he was constantly mixing up new concoctions to get an edge. That's when Fowl Play was born. Phil went through many versions starting in 2016 until perfection was reached and he launched LC BBQ Fowl Play in 2018. This same method is still in place, He perfects each recipe and tests them in real competitions until the results let him know it's a winner. Play Bull debuted later in 2018, with Bosshog and Angry Bull to follow in 2019.

Guest: Scott Crockatt is the Vice President of Communications & External Relations at the Business Council of Alberta. Scott leads the Council's public affairs to bring BCA's policy solutions to the world, and to steward the many external relationships and strategic collaborations required to create real-world positive change. For more of the Shaye Ganam show, subscribe to the podcast. https://globalnews.ca/calgary/program/shaye-ganam/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we talk about the king of the freak off's as we celebrate BCA's birthday. JOIN THE OFFICIAL MTTA DISCORD SERVER: https://discord.gg/fUpXDgWf BUY OUR MERCH: https://merch-throughout-the-ages.creator-spring.com/

Terry McCoy decided he no longer wanted to live alone after some health issues made him feel more vulnerable. No one had any idea he would not make it until the day he was going to move in with his best friend of 4 decades. Who would want to harm a man who was kind and quiet, friendly to everyone and helped out his family to the best of his ability? One person for sure. Was it a family member? Was it the Pastor that Terry had testified against in court? Or was it a random stranger? Hear Terry's story here. Anyone who has information about what happened to Terry McCoy is encouraged to call the BCA tip line at 1-877-996-6222 or email bca.coldcase@state.mn.us   Check out magicmind.com use the Promo Code: TIPSIS20 for 20% off and Free Shipping!

In this episode of BCA, we are breaking down the 4th episode of Skeleton Crew!!   Twitter @StarWarsCast Instagram BCApodcast Email: podcastbca@gmail.com Please leave a review on Apple Podcasts!! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/boring-conversation-anyway/id1457849832

Minnesota-based Cargill will lay off about 8,000 employees worldwide this winter, including 475 positions from its Minnetonka headquarters. And Minnesota state investigators say they have retrieved video from the phone of a man killed in a federal operation in 2021. It would be the only video that captures the confrontation between Winston Smith and members of a U.S. Marshals Service task force. Reports that people had seen the video prompted the BCA to do more to crack into the encrypted phone. This is the MPR News afternoon update, hosted by Emily Reese. Theme music by Gary Meister.

In this episode of BCA, we are breaking down the first two episodes, of The Skeleton Crew!!! Episode 1 This Could Be A Real Adventure Episode 2 Way, Way Out PAst The Barrier   Twitter @StarWarsCast Instagram BCApodcast Email: podcastbca@gmail.com Please leave a review on Apple Podcasts!! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/boring-conversation-anyway/id1457849832

Jason welcomes local attorney Joe Tamburino in-studio to talk about the BCA finding evidence which supported the police's version of a controversial shooting in Uptown. Pluss he comments on several other cases in the news.

State investigators say they have a crucial piece of evidence from a police shooting in 2021. Winston Smith was shot and killed at the top of a parking garage in the Uptown neighborhood of Minneapolis while sitting in his car. The BCA believed the only video of the incident was from Winston Smith himself recording on his phone. But it wasn't until now, that officials say they were able to unlock the phone and watch the video. MPR News senior reporter Sarah Thamer joins Minnesota Now to talk about what this video means for the case.

Mackenzie Eaglen, senior fellow at AEI and author of Keeping Up with the Pacing Threat: Unveiling the True Size of Beijing's Military Spending, joins the show to discuss the dire situation the U.S. defense budget is in.  ▪️ Times      •      01:22 Introduction      •      02:48 Keeping up      •      05:26 China's spending      •     10:01 Equipment costs       •      13:46 “Stealing our stuff”     •      18:25 5 alarm fire     •      20:32 U.S. budget truths       •      24:50 BCA 101      •      31:32 Today or tomorrow      •      39:23 Defense is cheaper, not better     •      43:21 Solutions   Follow along on Instagram or YouTube @SchoolofWarPodcast Find a transcript of today's episode on our School of War Substack

improvising at the BCA! 11/20/24

Improvising with Luke, Sammy and Peter on Nov. 13th, 2024 at the BCA.

Omar Issa, ResiQuant (Co-Founder)/Stanford University A study by FEMA suggests that 20-40% modern code-conforming buildings would be unfit for re-occupancy following a major earthquake (taking months or years to repair) and 15-20% would be rendered irreparable. The increasing human and economic exposure in seismically active regions emphasize the urgent need to bridge the gap between national seismic design provisions (which do not consider time to recovery) and community resilience goals. Recovery-based design has emerged as a new paradigm to address this gap by explicitly designing buildings to regain their basic intended functions within an acceptable time following an earthquake. This shift is driven by the recognition that minimizing downtime is critical for supporting community resilience and reducing the socioeconomic impacts of earthquakes. This seminar presents engineering modeling frameworks and methods to support scalable assessment and optimization of recovery-based design, including: 1. Procedures for selection and evaluation of recovery-based performance objectives and study the efficacy of user-defined checking procedures. 2. A framework to rapidly optimize recovery-based design strategies based on user-defined performance objectives. 3. Building technology to support utilization of these approaches across geographies and industrial verticals. Together, these contributions provide the technical underpinnings and industry-facing data requirements to perform broad, national-scale benefit-cost analysis (BCA) studies that can accelerate decision-making and engineering intuition as resilient design progresses in the coming years.

The summer of 1998 was coming to a close when two young women disappeared from the St. Cloud area of Minnesota. April Geyer was 21 years old, and Roseanna Forcum was just 15. April and Rose had only recently become acquainted. Although they ran in the same social circle, it wasn't immediately clear that the girls had vanished together. At that time, we were approaching the end of an era when most people didn't own cell phones. You had to wait until you reached your destination or found a pay phone to call home and inform your parents about your plans and when you would return. As April and Rose's families independently searched for them, they eventually realized they weren't alone. Two years later, an informant came forward with information indicating that April and Rose were together when they disappeared, even identifying a suspect believed to be their killer. Despite extensive searches, April and Rose were never found. Now, twenty-six years later, their families are determined to bring their stories back into the light, hoping to finally uncover the truth.If you have any information regarding the disappearance of April Geyer and Roseanna Forcum, please contact the BCA tip line at 877-996-6222.If you have a missing loved one that you would like to have featured on the show, please fill out our case submission form.Follow The Vanished on social media at:FacebookInstagramTwitterPatreonSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Vicki, Sammy and Cody improvise at the BCA. oct. 2024

شورای تجارت آسترالیا (BCA) اعلام کرده است که مهاجرت ممکن است کلید حل کمبود مسکن در آسترالیا باشد.

Today's guest is Marko Papic, Marko leads BCA Research's BCA Access and developed GeoMacro Research, the first discretionary macro-geopolitical investment strategy in finance. He connects clients with a broad expert network and custom research, having founded BCA's Geopolitical Strategy service. His book, Geopolitical Alpha, presents a framework for predicting investment outcomes. Previously, Marko was a Partner and Chief Strategist at Clocktower Group, advising institutional investors. His work is included in the CAIA curriculum and The Palgrave Handbook of Contemporary Geopolitics. Starting as a Senior Analyst at Stratfor, he has lectured at Stanford and Georgetown. Marko holds advanced degrees from the University of Texas and UBC.   This is the second time we have had the privilege of hosting Marko, almost 4 years ago on the button. Marko is no doubt one of our favorite guests in the history of this podcast.   In this episode, we cover the U.S. election, who will win and what America's foreign policy will look like for Trump or Harris. We discuss the powerful American consumer driven economy, how to position your portfolio, the untapped equity in American's homes, and getting us current on the last 4 years since the last time Marko joined us.   Today's hosts are Steve Curley, CFA (Founder, 55 North Private Wealth) & co-host Chris Cannon (CIO/Principal, FirsTrust)   Links: https://www.bcaresearch.com https://www.bcaresearch.com/marketing/geomacro https://www.bcaresearch.com/marketing/report/gmac/what-geomacro/100026   Please enjoy the episode.  

Are you ready to crush somebodies bones? Well this line didn't start out too great, but certainly grew on most of us. We discuss wave 2 of WWF Superstars aka BCA's Series 2. We also do a deep dive into a single topic this week. A question most of us aren't ready for. When do you stop collecting? @TBToycast

In this episode of Bladder Cancer Matters, host Rick Bangs sits down with Sarah Paul, Senior Director of Social Work at CancerCare, to discuss the vital support services offered through CancerCare's partnership with BCAN. Sarah explains how CancerCare provides free, professional assistance for bladder cancer patients, caregivers, and families, covering emotional, practical, and financial challenges. They dive into topics like navigating treatment, coping with a diagnosis, and the importance of emotional support. Tune in to learn more about the resources available to the bladder cancer community and how you can access these invaluable services. To access the support line, please call 833-ASK-4-BCA or 833-275-4222.

In this episode of BCA, we dive into the book, The Glove of Darth Vader!! Strap in, it's a crazy ride!!   Twitter @StarWarsCast Instagram BCApodcast Email: podcastbca@gmail.com Please leave a review on Apple Podcasts!! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/boring-conversation-anyway/id1457849832

A shopping mall in the northern Twin Cities metro area was cleared and locked down Sunday after gunshots broke windows. Six police departments, state troopers and the Anoka County sheriff's department responded to the shots that were fired outside Northtown Mall on Sunday afternoon. And the BCA is investigating a shooting at a Minneapolis apartment building over the weekend. Minneapolis police shot and injured a 40-year-old man they say was armed and terrorizing residents at the building. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Neighbors startled awake by gunfire in Minneapolis apartment building; police say it could have been much worseRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

The V Team talks about BCA's Campaign 2026, IVF clinics shutdown, AMCC fails Alabama law again, ADP vs DNC, and Gov. Ivey announces $30M GoMesa funds.

You have built up your business and may be prepared to exit and move forward, but do you know how much it is worth? Our latest guest, Scott Gabehart, is a business valuation pro with over 30 years of experience doing valuations. Scott has an alphabet of accreditations—six in total. He has a BA, MIM, CBA, CVA, BCA, and CBVS. He has served as Chief Valuation Officer with BizEquity, LLC, a patented "software as a service" online business valuation tool, since 2006. Scott also has over 30 years of experience in private firm valuation and transactional representation. He is a Certified Business Appraiser, having worked at his firm called Gabehart Valuation Services since 2000.  Today, Scott joins the show to give us a look behind the curtain at the business valuation process and BizEquity technology. CONNECT WITH US Twitter LinkedIn Our Website FULL SHOW NOTES

Branch Chain Amino Acids (Also known as BCA) is yet another supplement that promises to provide more benefits than it actually does. In this episode of CBG radio, coach Justin will be going over why BCA is practically useless for those doing 4-5 WODs per week, and how you can get the same benefits it promises through other means. 00:00 - Intro00:30 - What are Branch Chain Amino Acids?02:22 - Getting a Car to Work With Only 3 Parts03:29 - Why BCA is Useless and What You Can Do Instead04:04 - Protein Sources05:17 - How Marketing Lies to You About BCA05:54 - BCA Is Way Too Expensive06:42 - The Science Behind it Is Misleading07:52 - Outro__________________________________The CBG Radio Team-YouTube: CBG YouTube-Instagram:  CBG InstagramJoin our FREE Nutrition Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/groups/cbgnutritiontribeWant to lose body fat, build muscle, and look like you Crossfit?Book a Call With Us!

Today on BCA, we talk about the newest episode of The Acolyte. Twitter @StarWarsCast Instagram BCApodcast Email: podcastbca@gmail.com Please leave a review on Apple Podcasts!! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/boring-conversation-anyway/id1457849832

In this episode of BCA, we are talking about Night, from The Acolyte!!! This is a banger of an episode!!!    Twitter @StarWarsCast Instagram BCApodcast Email: podcastbca@gmail.com Please leave a review on Apple Podcasts!! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/boring-conversation-anyway/id1457849832

In this episode of BCA, we dive into The Acolyte episode 4: Day. Thor is here to tell us what is best for him, reguarding Star wars!!! Twitter @StarWarsCast Instagram BCApodcast Email: podcastbca@gmail.com Please leave a review on Apple Podcasts!! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/boring-conversation-anyway/id1457849832  

In this episode of BCA, we are talking about The Acolyte!! We getting down and dirty in episode 3 Destiny!!!!!!   Twitter @StarWarsCast Instagram BCApodcast Email: podcastbca@gmail.com Please leave a review on Apple Podcasts!! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/boring-conversation-anyway/id1457849832

Some Buffalo stories, the boys try to figure it out with a naked Elizbeth, some BCA talk and auditions for The Marine!(Episode 20) Things get too major for Brianw which leads him to walking out on the pod! No worries as Chelsea fills in and Brian calls from the road! (Episode 72)Social Media: Twitter: @MajorWFPod , @TheMattCardona , @Myers_Wrestling, @majorpodnetwork @Silverintuition, @JGeorgeTheMovie Instagram: @MajorWFPod , @TheMattCardona , @Myers_Wrestling, @SmartMarkSterling , @majorpodnetwork @jgeorge.mp4