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I was approached by a PR firm to put Ben Bell on the show. Certainly seemed like an interesting thought. Afterall, domestic Sake is a rarity and one from the heart of Little Tokyo, Arkansas! (that was a little tongue-in-cheek humour). There were so many questions and so little time. Some stories just require more questions and who wouldn't want to know how in the H-E double hockey sticks did he fall into making Sake in Arkansas. Ben Bell might be the only person you'll ever meet whose journey to sake mastery began not in Tokyo, but in Hot Springs, Arkansas—and includes a failed job interview conducted entirely in Japanese. You'll be entertained, surprised, and utterly engrossed as you discover how this Arkansas native went from stocking wine shelves in Little Rock to apprenticing at world-class sake breweries in Japan, all the while learning a language many would consider impossible to master. In this episode, Paul Kalemkiarian draws out the remarkable story of how Ben's early fascination with wine sparked a lifelong pursuit of drinkable discovery, culminating with the founding of Origami Sake right in America's rice heartland. You'll learn how technique, not terroir, is the soul of sake—why craft and style choices shape every bottle more than the field the rice grew in. Ben breaks down sake's renaissance in America: from hot, mass-market pours at sushi joints to the nuanced, premium sakes you should really be tasting chilled, not warmed. You'll hear what truly sets sake apart, why it defies the rules of wine, and how its food-pairing versatility can elevate everything from Cajun shrimp and grits to Arkansas barbecue. Want tips on how to actually drink and serve sake? Ben's got you covered, and he'll tell you why a wine glass in your kitchen may be the best tool for enjoying the craft. Most of all, you'll realize that America's next great beverage story might just be unfolding far from the coasts, where passion meets persistence and the art of sake is rewritten, one bold, Arkansas-brewed batch at a time. ✅ Ever wondered how top-tier sake is being crafted in… Arkansas? ✅ Origami Sake co-founder Ben Bell joins host Paul Kalemkiarian on Wine Talks for a wild deep dive into the rise of American sake and his journey from wine geek to sake master. ✅ From mastering Japanese in rural Japan to winning international gold medals—all from Hot Springs, Arkansas—Ben shares what it really takes to create world-class sake outside of Japan, why rice matters, and how sake breaks the rules for pairing with food. ✅ Takeaway: If you think sake is just for sushi night, think again. This episode will change how you see (and drink) sake—grab a glass and tune in now!

If you are only drinking sake with sushi (or not at all), then today's episode is for you! Join me as I chat with Ben Bell, co-founder of Origami Sake, an American craft sake company out of Arkansas.....and yes, you heard that right - AMERICAN sake. Ben actually moved to Japan for 2 years to learn how to make sake and then came home to open an outstanding craft sake business in the heart of America's rice land. So grab your favorite glass of wine and learn about sake and why you need to be drinking it this spring! This episode is best enjoyed on my youtube: https://youtu.be/XbC9xQWNQcQ ------  Sign up for The Wine CEO newsletter and get a free guide to Food & Wine Pairing: thewineceo.com Email: Sarah@thewineceo.com Instagram: @thewineceo ------ Today's Guest: Ben Bell, Co-Founder Origami Sake Origami Website: https://drinkorigami.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/origamisakeco/

Ben Bell, a third-generation title industry leader, shares how technology, automation, and strategic growth are reshaping the business. From his family's legacy in title to owning multiple agencies, he discusses tech adoption challenges, eClosings, and why modernization is key to staying competitive. Tune in to discover how automation can streamline operations and drive long-term success. What you'll learn from this episode Key advancements in title technology, from manual HUDs to AI-driven solutions Biggest barriers to tech adoption in title and how to overcome them How automation improves efficiency, reduces costs, and enhances customer experience The role of offshore talent in optimizing title operations and profitability What title agencies need to know about RESPA compliance in Florida Resources mentioned in this episode Qualia A Land Remembered by Patrick D. Smith | Paperback, Hardcover, and Kindle     About Ben BellBenjamin Bell has been a licensed title agent since 2010 and is the third generation title in the Bell Family. His grandfather William Bell was the founder of Bell Title Co, a still very large and successful title company today in Michigan. His father founded Landtech Data Corporation, a title insurance closing software, which is still used by 1000s of title companies nationwide today. Benjamin attended the University of Mississippi and Florida Atlantic University before jumping into the title business in 2010. His years of family title experience and personal title experience make him a major asset in managing the entire closing from A-Z for our team.     Connect with Ben Website: Bell Land Title LinkedIn: Benjamin Bell     Connect With UsLove what you're hearing? Don't miss an episode! Follow us on our social media channels and stay connected. Explore more on our website: www.alltechnational.com/podcast Stay updated with our newsletter: www.mochoumil.com Follow Mo on LinkedIn: Mo Choumil

(INTRO – 15:00) We're mid football season, but conference realignment never sleeps. UTEP has joined the Mountain West, and senior writer Mike Craven provides the intel on what this means for the rest of the state. (15:00 – 22:00)Texas State's Ben Bell is mulling a redshirt year and the whole gang gives their take on the implications this could have for G5 football. Full Week Six Preview (26:00 – 30:40) Texas A&M/Mizzou (30:40 – 35:00) SMU/Louisville (35:00 – 40:10) Baylor/Iowa State (40:10 – 46:35) Texas Tech/Cincinnati (46:35 – 1:07:00)Texas Tech head coach Joey McGuire joins the show to discuss the 2–0 start in Big 12 play, his relationship with Nebraska head coach Matt Rhule and WR Coy Eakin's different feet sizes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sponsored by FirstLockhart.com, McNabbandCo.com and TheGalindoCollective.com - The Texas State Bobcats lost in brutal fashion on Saturday, falling to the Sam Houston State Bearkats, 40-39. Keff Ciardello is here to discuss the game and the fallout that ensued. Plus, more conference realignment talk and an update on Ben Bell. (Produced by Zachary Webb)

The College Football Experience (@TCEonSGPN) on the Sports Gambling Podcast Network continues its 134 college football team preview series with the Texas State Bobcats 2024 Season Preview. Pick Dundee aka (@TheColbyD) & CJ Sullivan (@CJSullivan_) break down every single game on the Texas State Bobcats schedule and key in on how the offense, defense and special teams will look heading into the new season. Will G.J. Kinne not only compete for a Sun Belt Championship but also a 12 college football playoff spot? Should Texas State be favored to play in the Sun Belt Championship in 2024?Did Texas State win the transfer portal when they landed Jordan McCloud from the James Madison Dukes? Is Ismail Mahdi and Deion Hankins a nice one, two running back punch for the Bobcats? Will the Texas State wideout room be in good shape with Joey Hobert, Chris Dawn, and Kole Wilson? Does the return of 4 of 5 on the offensive line mean Texas State's offense should be even better in 2024?How will the defense look under new defensive coordinator Dexter McCoil? Will the defensive line be in good shape with the return of Tavian Coleman, Terry Webb and Ben Bell? Is Max Harris a name to watch at the linebacker spot? How will the secondary look with the return of Tory Spears, Joshua Eaton and Kaleb Cup? What should expectations be from Texas State fans down there in San Marcos, Texas? We talk it all and more on this 2024 Texas State Bobcats edition of The College Football Experience. JOIN the SGPN community #DegensOnlyExclusive Merch, Contests and Bonus Episodes ONLY on Patreon - https://sg.pn/patreonDiscuss with fellow degens on Discord - https://sg.pn/discordDownload The Free SGPN App - https://sgpn.appCheck out the Sports Gambling Podcast on YouTube - https://sg.pn/YouTubeCheck out our website - http://sportsgamblingpodcast.comSUPPORT us by supporting our partnersCirca Sports - 16 MILLION in guaranteed prizes w/ Circa Survivor & Circa Millions - https://www.circasports.com/circa-sports-millionFootball Contest Proxy - Use promo code SGP to save $50 at - https://www.footballcontestproxy.com/Rithmm - Player Props and Picks - Free 7 day trial! http://sportsgamblingpodcast.com/rithmmUnderdog Fantasy code SGPN - Up to $250 in BONUS CASH - https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-sgpnGametime code SGPN - Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code SGPN for $20 off your first purchase - https://gametime.co/ADVERTISE with SGPNInterested in advertising? Contact sales@sgpn.io Follow The College Experience & SGPN On Social MediaTwitter - https://twitter.com/TCEonSGPNInstagram - http://www.instagram.com/TCEonSGPNTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@TCEonSGPNYoutube - https://www.youtube.com/@TheCollegeExperienceFollow The Hosts On Social MediaColby Dant - http://www.twitter.com/thecolbydPatty C - https://twitter.com/PattyC831NC Nick - https://twitter.com/NC__NicK

A proposal to merge Southland's four councils into two is being criticised as giving ratepayers "hugs and rainbows" by Gore's mayor Ben Bell. Southland District Mayor Rob Scott spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

On today's show, we have comedian and co-writer of political cartoonist Bob Moran's show "Artpocalyspe," Tania Edwards. She'll be discussing the cancellation of the show and the broader concern for stand-up comedians regarding freedom of speech. With hate crime laws being implemented worldwide, there's growing worry about the impact on comedians and their ability to push boundaries and speak their minds. Join us for an insightful conversation about the challenges facing comedians and the importance of protecting freedom of speech in the entertainment industry. GUEST 1 OVERVIEW: Ben Bell Natural Health is a natural health consultancy that specialises in providing all-natural dietary and lifestyle transformation programmes, services and principles to effectively address various health challenges. http://www.benbellnaturalhealth.com/ GUEST 2 OVERVIEW: Tania is the co-writer of political cartoonist Bob Moran's stage show 'Artpocalypse - How I Pictured The End of the World' which has now been cancelled from two English venues due to them disagreeing with his views and worrying about their reputation. Tania joins us in the wake of the hate crime laws being implemented. Alongside her passion for writing, Tania is an award-winning stand-up comedian who 'woke up'.

The Rice Stuff's most prolific recurring guest, Cameron Jacobs, tells Michael and Lesley all about his adventures at the American Craft Sake Fest in Hot Springs, AR. Turns out, sake brewed with U.S.-grown rice pairs well with almost everything. Plus: sumo wrestlers! With special guests: Weston Konishi, President, Sake Brewers Association of North America and Ben Bell, VP, Origami Sake Hosted by: Michael Klein, Lesley Dixon, and Cameron Jacobs, USA Rice

Ben Bell of Origami Sake gives James a tour of the tasting tent at the annual gathering of the North American sake industry.

A stoush over crabapples and carparks has prompted scabs to be picked among Gore District councillors. The Council has been beset by infighting and controversy since then 23-year-old Ben Bell rolled long-time incumbent Tracy Hicks as mayor last October. As Timothy Brown reports, the latest battleground is the town's main street.

Logan Savory is in Southland, where National's electorate candidate Penny Simmonds has held on to the seat by a landslide. In 2020 she beat Labour's Liz Craig by just 224 votes. This time around, the majority is closer to 9000. And just when things appeared to be resuming to normal at Gore District Council, it is back in the headlines. CEO Stephen Parry resigned last month following an ongoing tumultuous relationship with mayor Ben Bell. However the incoming interim CEO has now also resigned - and Mr Parry has been voted in to stay until a proper replacement is found.

Gore remains in a state of emergency Friday morning, after Thursday's heavy rain and widespread flooding. Despite the rain easing, some river levels are still rising. The District Council says the local volunteer fire brigade saved about 20 homes from flooding on Thursday. Gore mayor Ben Bell spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

Southland Times editor Che Baker joins Kathryn to talk about the latest in the Gore District Council saga, which has seen the resignation of long-serving CEO Stephen Parry. Parry says he leaves with no regrets and mayor Ben Bell - with whom he had a high-profile spat - has "wished him well". Southland's Charity Hospital has reached a milestone and the latest Groundswell NZ protest tour leaves Invercargill on Friday bound for Auckland.

RNZ Otago-Southland reporter Tim Brown is in Dunedin, where deputy mayor Sophie Barker has recently resigned, citing difficulties working with mayor Jules Radich. And big changes for Gore District Council too, with CEO Stephen Parry resigning after highly-publicised fallout with mayor Ben Bell. Tim also looks at the latest on the controversial Tarras Airport proposal.

Gore District Council's embattled chief executive, Stephen Parry, has resigned after more than two decades in the job. It's been a fraught term for the local government stalwart, with the 22-year veteran of the Gore District Council sharing a frosty relationship with Mayor Ben Bell ever since the 24-year-old became the country's youngest ever mayor in last October's local elections. Stephen Parry's resignation follows a very public spat with Ben Bell, with RNZ first breaking that the pair weren't speaking back in March. Otago-Southland reporter Timothy Brown spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

Exclusive, first-time podcast for New Zealand's youngest (ever) mayor, Ben Bell. Withstanding immense public attention and uniting his council together after a rocky start, its a gift to have had the opportunity to hear from his perspective how he's grown this past year.Ben has accomplished many things and worn many hats – during this korero we touch upon those roles, in particular, his position as the mayor of Gore, a beautiful town in NZ's South Island. Most importantly however, I get to chat to a fellow 24-year-old, who has a job, just like me, that has propelled him into the media spotlight. For our US listeners, I must clarify, it is not common for 24-year old's to sit as national politicians in New Zealand.Ben became the youngest mayor elected last November, 2022, at 23-years old; and not without some classic tall poppy commentary which he tackles head on.Listen to the full interview on Spotify, iHeart Radio, or Apple Podcasts.#youngest #mayor #gore #politics #nzpolitics #politician #bullying #podcast #tallpoppytalk #tallpoppysyndrome #tallpoppy #mentalhealthmatters #aotearoa #newzealand #mentalhealthawareness

Meet Ben Bell, the young spark setting the political stage alight in the small conservative town of Gore. At just 23, he's making waves as the youngest mayor in the country with his unique 'back to basics' platform and fresh perspective on democracy. Despite battling an entrenched old boys club and facing substantial pressures and expectations, Bell stands firm.  Our conversation takes a deep dive into the challenges Bell faced on his path to becoming mayor, the public's perception of the personality clash, and his relationship with the Chief Executive. We also touch on his goals to draw more young people to settle in Gore. Don't miss the chance to join me on this enlightening journey through small-town politics, youth leadership, and the vibrant future of Gore! --------- EPISODE CHAPTERS --------- (0:09:03) - Young Mayor's Reflections(0:18:34) - Young Mayor's Challenges and Goals(0:24:48) - Councillor Reduction and Recycling in Gore(0:37:24) - Youth and Politics in New ZealandSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Otago correspondent Tess Brunton discusses another temporary closure of Oamaru Emergency Department, due to doctor shortages. And down in Gore, an $11,000 attempt to patch up relations between mayor Ben Bell and council CEO Stephen Parry. In Cromwell, frustrations over a decision by Waka Kotahi to oppose a proposed residential and business development due to its isolated location.

Gore District Council has spent $11,000 on facilitation in the hopes of leaving its troubles behind. They've been keeping tight-lipped about chief executive, Stephen Parry, and his clash with young mayor, Ben Bell. After months of requests Mr Bell and his deputy, Keith Hovell, sat down for an interview with Otago-Southland reporter, Timothy Brown.

Gore District Council's chief executive is not going anywhere after a five thousand signature petition calling for his resignation was rejected by councillors. The public petition to remove Stephen Parry went out in direct response to a group of councillors calling for the resignation of Mayor Ben Bell. The chief executive and mayor have not been speaking, and the dysfunction at the council led them to agree in April to undertake an independent review into how things got so bad. Ben Bell presented the petition at a meeting this afternoon - where most councillors said it was not credible.

The Gore District Council will this afternoon consider a petition calling for chief executive Stephen Parry to resign. The almost 5000 signature petitions came in response to calls from a group of councilors last month for 24-year-old Mayor, Ben Bell, to resign. Mr Bell and Mr Parry aren't speaking, and that broken relationship has reverberated around the council table, with battle lines drawn in the council chambers and in the community. Our Otago-Southland reporter Timothy Brown broke the news back in March that the two men aren't speaking, and spoke to Tim Brown

The nation's news outlets aren't usually interested in local government ructions in the south, but deep rifts in one dysfunctional council have made many headlines lately. When a ‘showdown' meeting in Gore was livestreamed on major websites this week, peace broke out instead. Was that because of the media attention?

Summary:WiFi issues this week for both of us. The WiFi in Sam's TV has died, while Chris has been battling with his modem being screwy. Sam managed to sell some snow chains he had from years ago to someone called Chief. Find out why he needs them. Chris has to get the latest Rudy Giuliani news off of his chest this week. Find out what this creepy creepy man has been up to recently. We keep up to date with the saga that is going on with NZ's youngest mayor, Ben Bell in Gore. We discuss what's been happening this week, and just how the plans to get rid of him didn't work out. We learned what the Dyson Zone is, we're not too sure it is a product many people would want, but hats off to them for trying to make something different. We learned about a contract to provide crappy memes for the Covid pandemic as well, which makes us want to gear up and be ready for the next worldwide emergency so we can benefit from it. We talk about nuclear waste and how there is a better way of dealing with it. All this and so much more in this week's episode. So make sure to come and check it out. Links:Rudy Giuliani is a creepy idiotRecycling Nuclear WasteVote of no confidence for Gore Mayor Ben Bell not passedThe $500k contract to make some memesDyson Zone HeadphonesRebates for the NZ Gaming industry a win Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The nation's news outlets aren't usually interested in local government ructions in the south, but deep rifts in one dysfunctional council have made many headlines lately. When a ‘showdown' meeting in Gore was livestreamed on major websites this week, peace broke out instead. Was that because of the media attention?

At the end of each week, Mike Hosking takes you through the big-ticket items and lets you know what he makes of it all.   Our kid's ability to read: 2/10 This to me was the disappointment of the week. Not just because the score dropped again, but because no one seemed to care. And if we don't care about our kids, what hope do we have?   Violence: 2/10   We look more like South Africa every day and that, ironically, was a South African ex-pat who told me that. When you are shot randomly on the motorway for minding your own business, something is desperately wrong.   Ginny Andersen: 3/10 She says in her capacity as Police Minister we feel safer. Do you feel safer?   Ben Bell: 8/10 My hero of the week. He stood strong, didn't take it, didn't wilt, and when D-Day came he showed us all that bullies don't need to win   Bricks and mortar: 6/10   My other favourite story of the week. This omni-channel shopping we are seeing is back. Online shopping is easy but bricks and mortar, human contact, quality service and eyeballing the owner is the stuff that will never die.   Donald Trump: 6/10 The Durham report reminds us that as mad as Trump is, he aint alone. America is riddled with crooks.   Harry and Meghan: 2/10 Surely at some point they will realise that they are bordering on being a laughing stock.   Manu Vatuvei: 6/10 I like the Warriors idea. No, you don't excuse his criminality. But when does the punishment stop? And when does the rehab start? And if you can't get a break, how can we be surprised when you become recidivist?   LISTEN ABOVE FOR MIKE HOSKING'S FULL WEEK IN REVIEWSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Gore district finally has a council all in same waka and paddling together - at least that's the official line. Last night, the council's rebellious contingent backed down from their plan for a vote of no confidence in young mayor, Ben Bell. Our reporter, Timothy Brown, and camera operator, Nathan McKinnon, went and spoke to the people of Gore to see if they're buying the unified front.

Gore District mayor Ben Bell made history in October last year when, at the age of 23, he was voted in as the country's youngest ever mayor.   But his tenure has been fraught with scandal and conflict so far, with his relationship with his chief executive Stephen Parry deteriorating to the point a mediator had to be called in.  For this special bonus, Georgina is joined by NZ Herald Christchurch senior reporter, Kurt Bayer, to discuss what has happened here, this week's extraordinary meeting and what happens next. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Gore there's been a big backdown on a move to express no confidence in the mayor, Ben Bell. The 24 year old mayor and the council's chief executive, Stephen Parry, haven't been speaking for months. The fallout from the fractured relationship led to the deputy mayor, Keith Hovell, and other councillors to call for Mr Bell to resign. Our Otago-Southland reporter, Timothy Brown, was at today's meeting and joins Lisa with the latest. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6327583394112

New Plymouth Mayor Neil Holdom says if Ben Bell was older, perhaps as old as 76-year-old Auckland mayor Wayne Brown, the whole affair would have been reported differently. He spoke with Corin Dann

Support for the country's youngest mayor from another mayor in the Deep South. Gore District Councillors shelved a vote of no confidence in 24-year-old mayor Ben Bell, during an extraordinary council meeting yesterday afternoon. They've instead opted for an independent review and mediation to address the broken relationship between Bell and council chief executive Stephen Parry. Southland District Mayor Rob Scott was in the meeting, and told Mike Hosking he's pleased with the outcome. LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gore mayor Ben Bell survived the clash of the ages at Gore District Council. Councillors this afternoon backed down on a motion of no confidence against the 24-year-old mayor, to the approval of a packed public gallery. Clutha mayor Bryan Cadogan was present at the showdown meeting, and said the verdict left a lot of questions unanswered. "I've had a bit of time to ruminate on it, and while I'm thankful for democracy and for Ben that they did pull back- in the cold light of day, where does it go from here? When there isn't that intense scrutiny that was on today?" LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tonight on The Huddle, Jack Tame from ZB's Saturday Mornings and Q&A and Newstalk ZB's Tim Beveridge joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day- and more! The Ministry of Education planned to hire 82 attendance officers as part of their Centralised Attendance Service. The deadline is under two months away, yet they've only hired 7 truancy officers. Do you think this goal is realistic? Does the Ministry of Education care about truancy? The much-anticipated Gore District Council showdown was today- no-one moved the motion of a no-confidence vote, despite the lack of confidence in mayor Ben Bell. Will the Council give away any specifics as to why Ben Bell was asked to step down? Chris Luxon's popularity is still in decline, according to the latest round of polls. Why is this the case? Will National write Luxon off this close to the election? A text message between former Police Minister Stuart Nash and Police Commissioner Andrew Coster stressed the need for more police resources in Hawke's Bay following Cyclone Gabrielle, despite public claims from Chris Hipkins stating crime wasn't an issue. What do we think of this? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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A community board chair says she's seen Gore District Council staff behave unprofessionally towards Mayor Ben Bell, and they've been less than helpful to the community board as well. Nicky Coats is one of many voices saying the council will achieve very little - other than creating further disharmony - by voting on a motion of no confidence. in the 24-year-old mayor tomorrow. Our Otago-Southland reporter, Timothy Brown, has more.

Young councillors around the country will be among those watching the Gore District Council meeting closely on Tuesday as the future of the Mayor Ben Bell may be decided. A months-long stoush will come to a head as the 24 year-old Mayor faces a potential vote of no confidence from his fellow councillors. While mystery surrounds the core of the conflict, the Young Elected Members group says the treatment of Ben Bell is not unusual for young people in these positions. Logan Soole is the co-chair of Young Elected Members Aotearoa, and spoke with Corin Dann.

The countdown is on for a heated 4 o'clock meeting scheduled in Gore on Tuesday. Councillors will consider a vote of no confidence in Mayor Ben Bell, among other options reflecting disapproval of their 24-year-old leader. There'll be action outside the council chambers too, with protestors planning to gather in support of Ben Bell. RNZ Otago-Southland reporter Timothy Brown was heading to the meeting, and spoke with Corin Dann.

Tonight on The Huddle, current affairs commentator Josie Pagani and David Farrar, Kiwiblog contributor and Curia pollster joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day- and more! The latest Newshub-Reid political poll has Luxon and Hipkins neck and neck. Labour are at 35.9 percent and National are at 35.3 percent. Why can't Chris Luxon get ahead with voters? Chris Luxon today announced a 'taxpayers' receipt' scheme designed to enable a potential National Government to be more more fiscally disciplined. Is he onto something? Would you check your taxpayer receipt? The in-house showdown in Gore's District Council is on tomorrow- will this be the most watched Gore council live stream ever? Has anyone got anything on mayor Ben Bell? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A former Wellington Mayor says there needs to be a change at the top for Gore, one way or another. Mayor Ben Bell is facing a vote of no confidence at a District Council tomorrow. Meanwhile, an online petition is circulating calling on Council Chief Executive Stephen Parry to resign. Dame Kerry Prendergast says the pair need to work together, possibly with the help of a facilitator. But she says despite his inexperience, Bell does have a mandate. LISTEN ABOVE   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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There are hopes that Gore's council can sort out a rift between councillors and the Mayor. 24-year-old Ben Bell and Chief Executive Stephen Parry have suffered a breakdown in communication. Seven councillors are calling on Bell to resign and he'll face them tomorrow at an emergency meeting. Local Government New Zealand President Stuart Crosby says that there's been trouble since the start of Bell's mayoralty. He says even Bell's attendance at a mayoral college caused issues for him back home. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gore residents say they're sick of childish behaviour from their elected representatives - with councillors trying to oust their mayor. The country's youngest mayor, Ben Bell, has been asked to resign by the majority of his council, but he's refused. It will all come to a head on Tuesday - when Ben Bell will face a vote of no confidence, being removed from all committees, and possible intervention from the Local Government Minister - during an extraordinary meeting. Tess Brunton is in Gore and filed this report.

Gore District councillors will meet next Tuesday to begin the process of removing their Mayor. Ben Bell, who is New Zealand's youngest ever Mayor has been asked to resign by the majority of his council but has refused. Bell won Gore's mayoralty with a razor-thin margin at October's local elections and ever since, the Gore District Council has been rocked by conflict and controversy. [picture id="4LHEYFB_ben_bell_and_stewart_macdonell_jpg" crop="16x10" layout="full"] To explain the state of play our Otago reporter Timothy Brown spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

A council paralysed, a mayor and a chief executive not speaking to each other - what's going on in Gore?

Predictions we're on the pathway for commissioners to be called in at Gore District Council. An independent review's been sought following ongoing issues between mayor Ben Bell and his Chief Executive Stephen Parry. Massey University expert Jeff McNeill says there's been a fundamental breakdown between the two and things just aren't working. "The way out is going to be- get somebody else in to break this financial circuit process. It may be they don't go as far as a commission, it could be that they just put in a manager." LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Gore District Council is holding its first public meeting since it was revealed its most senior elected and unelected officials are no longer speaking. Ben Bell ousted long-time incumbent Tracy Hicks by just eight votes to become New Zealand's youngest ever mayor at October's local elections. But since then he and the council's chief executive, Stephen Parry, have shared a frosty relationship. At a behind-closed-doors meeting last month councillors were told the pair have been in mediation since December and the relationship has broken down to the point they're no longer on speaking terms. Details of that meeting were leaked to RNZ, and that led to a call for an independent review into exactly what's going on. Our Otago-Southland reporter, Timothy Brown, has been at the meeting and joins Lisa Owen with the latest details.

The Gore District Council met publicly yesterday for the first time since it was revealed last month that Mayor Ben Bell and chief executive Stephen Parry are no longer speaking. The council canvassed the relationship between its most senior elected and unelected officials and agreed to undertake an independent review to find ways to restore confidence in the council. Councillors also moved to formally remove Mr Bell from the committee which oversees the performance of Mr Parry, and to appoint an intermediary for the two men. The latter was successful, but Mr Bell argued the former was not possible under local government law and he will be remaining on the Chief Executive Appraisal Committee. [picture id="4LK6D0X_299893195_104984878998490_27661814100879315_n_jpg" crop="16x10" layout="full"] Following the meeting Ben Bell spoke to the media.

One of the men at the centre of the stand off at Gore District Council was given a two year contract extension just days before a new council was picked. Chief executive Stephen Parry is no longer on speaking terms with the new mayor, Ben Bell. And both are now in place until 2025, when the next elections will be held. Timothy Brown explains.

A Gore councillor has quit, saying there's "unsustainable anxiety" at the council. The resignation of Bret Highsted has triggered a costly by election. The mayor and chief executive aren't talking to each other and another councillor is acting as a go-between. However, locals seem to be just as divided as their elected representatives and just as confused as the rest of the country as to what's going on behind closed doors. Timothy Brown is in Gore.

Controversy continues to circle the Gore District Council, with the relationship between the mayor and chief executive having broken down so much, another councillor will now act as an intermediary between them. The council held a behind-closed-doors extraordinary meeting on Tuesday, where the relationship between mayor, Ben Bell, and chief executive, Stephen Parry, was discussed. At 23, Bell became New Zealand's youngest ever mayor when he ousted six-term incumbent Tracy Hicks by just eight votes at October's local election. Parry has been chief executive at the council since 2001. Otago-Southland reporter Timothy Brown spoke to Corin Dann.

James heads to his hometown to meet with Ben Bell and Justin Potts, who are building Origami Sake to brew with Arkansas rice.

An unrepentant social media manager has defended sharing private photographs of Gore mayor Ben Bell amid accusations of dirty politics. Natasha Chadwick, who was paid $9200 by incumbent mayor Tracy Hicks to run his social media as part of his $14,000 campaign, shared the photos of Bell with media outlets after the election, saying “what he (Bell) does socially is absolutely the people's business”. Hicks yesterday said Chadwick approached him during his campaign about using the photos but he declined saying it was not his style. However, he stood by Chadwick, who says she waited until after the election before sharing the pictures with media, calling her an “absolute professional” who was a pleasure to work with. Yesterday, RNZ reported on allegations of dirty politics emerging from the mayoral race and rumours about Bell's sexuality. Bell said he had heard rumours about his sexuality toward the end of his campaign, but did not know where they had come from and could not say for sure whether it was a case of “dirty tactics” from Chadwick. “Things get heated during a campaign, so that's politics at the end of the day,” Bell said. Either way, it was “water off a duck's back”. “It didn't matter to me and the photo that she's alleged to have ... is on my Instagram. “I didn't take it down. I have no intention of taking it down. “People like to think what they like to think. “I'm a public figure at the end of the day, so my life is pretty public these days,” he said. He made his Instagram account private before his campaign to protect his friends' privacy, he said. In an email to councillor Bret Highsted, released to the Otago Daily Times, Bell addressed the issue, saying “unless you get directly from me, it's simply rumours”. Highsted replied saying he was not aware of any “explicit” photos of Bell being circulated. “I have seen a relatively harmless photo of you being kissed on the cheek at what looks like a festival. “My response ... is the next generation would think nothing of it,” Highsted said. Chadwick, who lives in Tapanui, said she did not share the photos or rumours during the campaign, although she had tried to get the media to pick up on them after her contract with Hicks had ended. She was unrepentant about spreading the photos. “To me, if you're going to run in a public office and you're going to be in a public space I think you need to present authentically,” she said. “If he wasn't ashamed of anything he did, why did he go and hide all of that stuff? That was my question.” Bell's response is that he made his Instagram account private before his campaign to protect his friends' privacy. Former Gore Mayor Tracy Hicks. Photo / Supplied Chadwick had suggested Hicks use the posts during the campaign. “I thought it could have been an advantage, I'm not going to lie, but Tracy was not interested in playing that role and he would have been mortified if I had done anything about it during the campaign,” Chadwick said. After the election was over and her contract was up and she could speak in her own capacity, she raised the posts with several media outlets, including the Otago Daily Times. Hicks said he had been surprised when Chadwick brought up the pictures but he had not wanted to get into that type of campaigning. “As far as I'm aware, they weren't used,” Hicks said of the pictures. While some people clearly knew about the rumours, they were never raised in a public way as far as he was aware. He did not know who was spreading them. “Some people see that as fair game, but I'm afraid it's not in my gamebook,” Hicks said. He said he was “not really” aware of her efforts to bring attention to the posts after the campaign. Glenys Dickson said she was aware of the rumours during Bell's campaign, but thought a person's sexual preference had no relevance to being mayor and paid no attention to it. “He's elected to do a job and I think he's doing a good job,” Dickson said. Cr Joe Stringer, who ran with Bell on the Team Hokonui ticket, said he knew about the rumour but did not think councillors were behind it. “I don't think any of the councillors would've done anything like that ... I think it started in the general public,” he said.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Phil Carroll and Kevin Hornsby talk to Colin about market conditions, commodities, and progress with his various companies. There is also a round-up of the week's news. Disclaimer & Declaration of Interest The information, investment views, and recommendations in this podcast are provided for general information purposes only. Nothing in this podcast should be construed as a solicitation to buy or sell any financial product relating to any companies under discussion or to engage in or refrain from doing so or engaging in any other transaction. Any opinions or comments are made to the best of the knowledge and belief of the commentator but no responsibility is accepted for actions based on such opinions or comments. The commentators may or may not hold investments in the companies under discussion.

This year Gore elected the country's youngest ever mayor, when Ben Bell, aged 23, won the mayoralty by just 8 votes. Ben Bell edged out the six-term incumbent, Tracy Hicks. Despite his youth, Ben has a varied background, with previous jobs in the Horizons Regional Council, and has started several successful businesses.

Gore's deputy mayor has stepped down to bring unity back into council. Stewart MacDonell has resigned from his role following a request signed by seven other councillors. They say the decision came after attempts to work collaboratively to provide the best governance structure for the community. Mayor Ben Bell told Heather Du Plessis-Allan he was disappointed the challenge happened so quickly. He says a bit of slack could've been given, as Stewart had only just got the role. LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gore's mayoralty is confirmed after a judge declined a request for a recount. Ben Bell has been confirmed in the top job, replacing Tracy Hicks, who lost the role by eight votes. Hicks says he's disappointed and surprised by the call. He says he's been told a close voting result isn't a good enough reason for a recount, which is news to him. LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Gore District Court judge has dismissed an application for a mayoral race recount.  Just 8 votes separate the winner - 23-year-old Ben Bell - from the incumbent he beat - Tracy Hicks.  Hicks asked the court for a recount not because he's a sore loser, but because he wanted peace of mind, given it was just 8 votes out of the 4734 votes cast.  Mr Hicks spoke to Lloyd Burr.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Texas State football's Levi and Ben Bell join the podcast to talk about their upbringing and what it means to play alongside each other as teammates (1:45), their journeys through adversity (6:10), how they honor their late father (8:55), their respective diets (11:00), and how they became close growing up (16:00).  

Today on the Jono and Ben podcast we chat to Kiwis who have tried our chips and they give some very honest feedback... who is the most famous person you have sat next to? and Ben Bell the 23 year old mayor from gore joins us!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The race for Gore's next Mayor may not be over just yet. Tracy Hicks has filed for a re-count, after losing to 23-year-old Ben Bell, who became the youngest mayor in New Zealand's history, with an eight vote margin. Hicks says he's not desperate for mayoralty, and life could be a bit quieter. But he says he's passionate about his community and wants the transition to whatever happens to happen in an orderly way.   Further north, Christchurch's Ali Jones is also seeking a recount, after missing out on a council seat at Innes by 16 votes. LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SummaryThis week we took on the personas of two farmers in a short film we acted in.Chris headed along to one of the Show me Shorts screenings in Hamilton. Find out what he liked.Keeping with the movie theme. We've found a YouTube channel that has the worst Steven Segal movies explained. We love it.Our 400th episode is coming up. In fact it is next week. You can be part of the show. Head along to our website and record your audio.Sam went along to the Home and Garden show. The only thing that impressed him was the Golf Boar. Something we talked about way back in episode 366. Find out what it was like in person.Shout out to friend of the podcast Ben Bell who is the youngest mayor in NZ by winning the seat in Gore.We also discuss a seaweed farm starting up that will help reduce emissions from cows, and what the no till movement is all about.All of this and so much more.LinksShow me ShortsSpace Ice YouTube ChannelHome and Garden ShowGolf BoarShout out to Ben Bell Mayor of GoreSeaweed farm starting up Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Emotions are running high for Ben Bell, a 23-year-old with no political experience, who has been elected Gore's new mayor. An ecstatic Bell found out the news at about 4pm and said it was still sinking in. "The mix of emotions has just increased really. I'm extremely humbled that the community has chosen me. I don't think the relief has quite kicked in yet. But what an exciting race." The polling victory over incumbent Tracy Hicks makes Bell the youngest mayor in New Zealand's history. Hutt City Mayor Campbell Barry, who previously held that title, speaks to Nick Mills on Wellington Mornings.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Meanwhile Gore has elected the country's youngest ever mayor. 23-year-old Ben Bell has beaten Tracey Hicks by eight votes after waiting a nail-biting five days for 67 special votes to be counted. Hicks had been mayor since 2004. Ben Bell talks to Lisa Owen.  

The new mayor of Gore says age is just number. Ben Bell is 23 and has become the youngest person in New Zealand to be elected mayor. He's squeaked past six-term incumbent Tracy Hicks by eight votes. Bell told Mike Hosking although the role might seem challenging for one so young, he feels that times have changed Ben Bell moved to Gore from Palmerston North 18 months ago. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wellington City councillor Nicola Young and former MP Hon Peter Dunne join Nick Mills for Friday Faceoff. Together they discuss mayor elect Tory Whanau, food prices being at a 13 year high, 23-year-old Ben Bell being elected as mayor of Gore, heavy rail protests in Wellington and ACT's anti co-governance proposals.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I have a hero of the week this week. In the wash up from the local body elections, and although very excited about the country's newest and youngest Mayor 23-year-old Ben Bell of Gore, which is quite an achievement - my bouquet goes to Rotorua's new Mayor Tania Tapsell.  Absolute go-getter, smart, considered, hardworking and really passionate about her city. She's the sort of Mayor you feel happy for, irrespective of any political direction, just because they feel like they've earned it.  They deserve to be where they are, they're in it for the right reasons. Not platitudes and empty words, but for the real and right reasons.  She's gone hard all along on emergency housing and it speaks volumes she got voted in because that's exactly what the people of Rotorua are focused on right now.  It was a travesty of former Mayor and Labour stalwart Steve Chadwick to allow emergency housing to get so bad in Rotorua. She's left an absolute headache and a nightmare for Tapsell to try to undo.  But within her first week in the job she's already fired a salvo at the Government over its demands for landlords to bring houses up to healthy homes standards, while allowing vulnerable families to stay in unhealthy and sometimes unsafe emergency motels.  So it's one rule for us and one for the Government it seems. All this at a huge cost to the taxpayer, as we know.  Well sadly the Minister Carmel Sepuloni didn't know exactly. When asked in an interview what it's costing the taxpayer, she said “a lot”. Which isn't that helpful. It's also disturbing she doesn't know that figure off the top of her head instantly, but that's what's to be expected from a Government obsessed with spending other people's money and not caring too much about having any accountability for it. The most disturbing thing Sepuloni does is defend the emergency housing. How can anyone standing on what used to be Golden Mile and is now derogatorily referred to as MSD strip, look at that, and defend it?  When challenged on the shocking condition and accommodation standards of some of these motels that the Ggovernment's funding, Sepuloni said basically it's not their problem.  She pushed it back on council and said it's a council issue, those regulations happen at council level. So let's get this straight - the Government handed the city of Rotorua this problem, and it is a problem, it's a big undeniable shambles of a problem, they then made the problem worse over a sustained period of years and then they sit back and go, ‘oh now that's your problem Rotorua'.  They're going to ‘have conversations' with Iwi and council apparently. And I'm just so glad for Rotorua that the person they'll be having those ‘conversations' with, is Tania Tapsell.  I have a feeling it will be a darn sight tougher for the Government than dealing with Steve Chadwick.  So I wish Tania well, she's agitating for action on this – among other things, within her first hundred days in office, and I hope she continues to get the momentum and drive she's going to need for this battle.  Not just on the emergency motels but all the crime associated with them and with getting back Rotorua's long held reputation as the fantastic tourist attraction it is.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Bell has been elected as the Mayor of Gore, winning by just eight votes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We have something of a cliffhanger in the local body elections in Gore. As things stand, twenty-three-year-old Ben Bell has a narrow 13-vote lead over long-time Gore District mayor Tracy Hicks in preliminary results. But with 67 special votes still to be counted, it's too close to call. The results won't be finalised until Thursday. The preliminary result, though, remains an extraordinary moment with the young entrepreneur who's on the verge of ending Hicks' eighteen year run as mayor. Bell spoke to Kim Hill.

Mayoral candidates Tracy Hicks and Ben Bell join Karyn for a debate on the big issues in Gore, Southland.

Texas State sports reporter Keff Ciardello recaps the Bobcats' first win of the season (0:00-29:42). Followed by post game press conference audio from coach Jake Spavital (29:42-49:36) and Calvin Hill (49:36-56:00). With a special exclusive interview with Levi and Ben Bell (56:03-1:07:35).

Ben Bell is a football coach that is also a Masters Student studying the applications of the Constraints Led approach in Football. His studies led to him to write a book which he hopes will bridge the gap between the theory and the application. 'Introduction to the Constraints-Led Approach: Application in Football' is a coaching resource football coaches can use to understand key theoretical underpinnings such as ecological dynamics, perception-action, degrees of freedom and complexity theory. Examples are then provided within theoretical chapters to assist readers in their practical application. Over 30 designed practices using the constraints-led approach show readers how the theory translates into practice. It was a great conversation...I hope you enjoy.

Listen in to Ben Bell as he shares some information from his latest book about the Constraints Lead Approach for coaching. There is a lot to take away as we talk about: What constraints are and how they affect the game. Why we use them. What we don't see when we use them. Constraints and challenges for individuals. What a training environment should look like if we're following the Constraints Lead Approach correctly... Connect with Ben and find out more about his book @benbell98 @tacticalpad sponsors this episode. Explore their brilliant software here. Feedback, please. Leave me a rating on your podcast provider. Share with your coaching friends. You can contact me on Twitter @LeeDunneSoccer You can see what else I have going on www.leedunnesoccer.com Send me a Voice Message! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/headsandvolleyssoccer/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/headsandvolleyssoccer/support

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Join Red Apple Creative as Kathleen Moroney, Sam Dillon and Ben Bell take you by the ear with a complete guide to understanding music and sonic identity for brands. This offstage audio session - part of IAB UK's Stay Engaged - covers the language of sound, briefing in a request for audio branding, how to work with composers and why audio branding needs to be part of every advertiser's plan right now. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 1, Episode 6. Who doesn’t love a potluck? Well, I think lots of people don’t if you end up with three different jello salads, but we lucked out with our potluck: Three fantastic sakes to taste and profile. How did we get so, em, lucky? It must be the good luck brought in by our very first sake interview guest! Today we’ll be talking with sake pro and talented sake brewer Mr. Ben Bell. Ben is well known in the sake industry for having worked for two years at Nanbu Bijin Sake Brewery in Iwate, Japan. Getting access to work at a Japanese sake brewery is a rare opportunity for foreigners, so we talk to Ben about how that came about and his overall path in the world of sake. Tasting three unique and vibrant sakes round out our episode.

Ben and Jane really loved the movie Parasite. Can you tell? (no spoilers...kind of) Also, Jane kept laughing while editing this episode and hopes you will too. Featuring once again, podcast boyfriend Michael.

Today on The Kona Edge Ben Bell joins Brad Brown again to talk about some of the things he has experimented with to dial in his Ironman nutrition. Need a Training Programme? · Read More

After an incredible weekend, we touch base with Ben Bell to discover what he thinks the key is to be able to run better off of the bike. Check out Wheelscience · Need a Training Programme? · Read More

We catch up with Ben Bell again today to talk about his Ironman bike performance. This is what Ben has done over time to get faster. Check out Wheelscience · Read More

Today on The Kona Edge we are joined by Ben Bell to talk about his Ironman swim. Ben shares with us what he has done to improve his performance in the water. Check out Wheelscience · Read More

On today's edition of The Kona Edge we catch up with Ben Bell to discover more about his journey into the sport of triathlon and how it came about that he qualified and raced on the big Island. Check out Wheelscience · Read More

The Steelers had a rough ending to their 2016-17 season with Sunday's AFC championship loss at New England. Now the offseason has kicked off with Ben Roethlisberger retirement thoughts and Le'Veon Bell franchise tag talk. Sporting News' Vinnie Iyer breaks down all that might go down for Pittsburgh in free agency and the draft as a result. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After 35 years of counting threatened Archey's frog on the Coromandel Peninsula, Ben Bell has seen their numbers crash due to the chytrid fungal disease, and the population slowly recover.

After 35 years of counting threatened Archey's frog on the Coromandel Peninsula, Ben Bell has seen their numbers crash due to the chytrid fungal disease, and the population slowly recover.

Back from Japan to visit his home state, Ben Bell stops to chat with the Foodcast about training to brew sake. We discuss how Bell left the United States to seek the best training and his plans for bringing a sake brewery to Hot Springs. We also talk about how sake is made, its social importance to Japan and what to look for when you're buying a bottle of sake at the liquor store.

Part 2 with Ben Bell. For a description and if you haven’t heard part one, refer here: http://atheisticallyspeaking.com/as129-reddit-toxicity/ The post AS130: Reddit Toxicity, with Ben Bell, part 2 appeared first on Atheistically Speaking.

Atheism’s Reddit Toxicity   The company Idibon recently conducted a Reddit toxicity that made a lot of headlines. The study can be found here.  Many subreddits reposted the study and reacted to their position. In a finding that might be relevant to the atheism community, r/atheism was found to be among the top in the Reddit … Continue reading AS129: Reddit Toxicity, with Idibon’s Ben Bell → The post AS129: Reddit Toxicity, with Idibon’s Ben Bell appeared first on Atheistically Speaking.

Compost worms and earth worms are the unsung heroes of the composting world and the ecological world - generally. Aristotle called them the intestines of the soil, and Charles Darwin's last book was dedicated to covering the role of earthworm on our planet. Even in his day he was aware that many cultures in the 19th century were very conscious of the role that earthworms played in the creation of high quality soil and fertility. When we understand the complexity and the relationships within the web of life and when we take the time to understand the grandeur in a fork full of compost, we realise that trillions of microflora, spiralling DNA, decaying leaf matter plus minerals and life force can be enabled to journey up through a young tree, to eventually manifest a juicy fresh golden peach in our hands - as undeniable ripe-full fruition. From dark dirt of the earth to fleshy, succulence and juicy sweetness - the transmutation of minerals into food, nobly assisted by the humble earth worm. Ben started off young, with grandparents having incredible gardens and his grandmother having bees so they were constantly embedding themselves in high quality food and the enthusiasm of growing food for themselves and that his parents were also into sustainability. So his upbringing was very focused on growing food by organic means in which he terms his Kaupapa - respect for growing food and eating it being always present.