Podcasts about bicycles

Send a textOn this episode of The Get Ready Before Life Happens Podcast, Tony talks with Maxwell Schmitz, Disability Insurance Specialist and Co-Founder of Dingo Technologies, about why income protection is the core building block of a real financial plan.

Alan Winde caused quite a stir after he arrived in bicycle shorts and pink socks at the Western Cape Parliament. This is what Breakfast with Martin Bester had to say about it!

Galva Mayor Rich Volkert joined Wake Up Tri-Counties to discuss the proposed underground CO₂ sequestration project at the ethanol plant, road work in the northeast section of town, proper disposal of large items, yard ordinances, cemetery cleanup beginning on March 29th, bicycle and electric bike rules, and spring cleanup in June. Galva officials are urging residents to stay informed as discussions intensify regarding CO2 sequestration at the ethanol plant. The proposed plan would store CO₂ 4,400 feet underground, with public meetings set to provide accurate information and address safety concerns, particularly regarding groundwater. Mayor Volkert emphasizes the importance of attending these meetings and reminds residents to check the city website and local news outlets for updates. Other city news includes street improvement projects in the northeast section of town and spring cleanup events, along with reminders to dispose of large items properly. Residents are also encouraged to follow traffic rules while using bicycles and electric bikes. A major initiative known as Project Big River, located in Galva, is set to tackle carbon emissions with an ambitious plan to capture, transport, and store over 725,000 metric tons of carbon dioxide annually. The project is a collaboration with Big River Resources and is designed as a near-plant, multi-landowner solution. The application for Class Six status has already been submitted, signaling progress toward full regulatory approval for underground storage. Mayor Volket said the permit process could take two years to complete. Lapis will attend the public meetings to answer questions about the process and safety measures. This significant step showcases the region's commitment to responsible energy practices and innovative environmental technology. Big River Resources is pushing forward with an ambitious carbon capture initiative aimed at reducing industrial emissions in the region. The project plans to capture, transport, and store more than 725,000 metric tons of carbon dioxide annually, showcasing a partnership-driven approach with multiple landowners. With a Class Six permit application now in, the roadmap includes acquiring pore space, drilling a stratigraphic well in 2025, and proposing an official permit submission by 2026. If timelines hold, investment decisions and construction would begin in 2027, with the first injection of captured carbon targeted for 2028. Find more information regarding Project Big River here.

Two start-ups a couple of years apart became the inspiration for each other to get better and better and better. Dave Young: Welcome to the Empire Builders Podcast, teaching business owners the not-so-secret techniques that took famous businesses from Mom-and-Pop to major brands. Stephen Semple is a marketing consultant, story collector and storyteller. I’m Steven’s sidekick and business partner, Dave Young. Before we get into today’s episode, a word from our sponsor, which is, well, it’s us. But we’re highlighting ads we’ve written and produced for our clients, so here’s one of those. [AirVantage Heating & Cooling Ad] Dave Young: Welcome back to the … Wait, what? Gosh, you told me the title, and I have some thoughts, and I forgot the name of the podcast there for a second. Welcome back to the Empire Builders Podcast. Stephen Semple: We’re doing two together here, Dave, Firestone and Goodyear. Dave Young: Stephen Semple’s over there. I’m Dave Young. And this morning we’re talking about Goodyear and Firestone, both? Stephen Semple: Yes, together. Dave Young: Because it’s kind of one thing now, right? Stephen Semple: No, they are separate. Dave Young: Was it? Stephen Semple: They’re separate. Dave Young: No, they’re separate. Stephen Semple: The story is so intertwined between the two of them. I couldn’t figure out a way to break it. But it’s almost kind of like when we did Hertz Avis, like they’re so interlinked. Dave Young: Yeah, yeah, yeah. Stephen Semple: Yeah. So we’re doing it as a single podcast, the two of them. Dave Young: All right. Where do we start? Stephen Semple: Well, what’s interesting is they were both started within two years of each other, both in Akron, Ohio. So Goodyear was founded on August 28th, 1898 in Akron, Ohio by Frank Seiberling. And today they’re the third-largest tire maker in the world with about 18 billion in sales. And Firestone was founded in August, two years later by Harvey Firestone in Akron, Ohio. And in 1988, Firestone was purchased by Bridgestone for $2.6 billion. Dave Young: That’s the one. That’s the one I was [inaudible 00:02:51] yeah. Stephen Semple: Yeah, and Bridgestone today is number two behind Michelin with Goodyear being number three. So both really, really big, really big companies. Dave Young: And in 18 when? Stephen Semple: So 1898 was Goodyear, and 1900 was Firestone. Dave Young: And this is before, this is before mass production of automobiles. Stephen Semple: Yes. Yes. Because if you go back to Episode 35 where we talk about Ford, 1908 is the Model T. So it’s pre-model T. Dave Young: Yeah. So which came first, the tire or the car? Stephen Semple: Well, because there were tires on carriages. Dave Young: No, that’s true. All right. Stephen Semple: And today Michelin is the largest in the world. So if you want to learn about Michelin, go back to Episode 27, because it’s also really interesting how Michelin grew their business. But so we’re dealing with Goodyear and Firestone. Dave Young: All right. So Goodyear- Stephen Semple: And if you think about it, you’re right. Most of the transportation at this time when these companies started were either horse-and-carriage or bicycles. That’s what basically people were using. And Harvey Firestone, he grew up on a farm and went to a business school and was a carriage salesman in Detroit. And at this time, the use of natural rubber is expanding due to vulcanization being created. Because before vulcanization, natural rubber was not very durable. It would crack and all these other things. And carriage wheels were basically a wood wheel with a metal rim around it, no give, a hard ride. Dave Young: Right. Yeah, yeah. I mean, even a rim made of rubber would be better than a rim made of steel. Stephen Semple: Right. So basically he’s a carriage salesman. What he realizes is that what we should do is we should put rubber, instead of steel around the wheel, and that would make a smoother ride. So he leaves Detroit, moves to Akron, Ohio, because Akron, Ohio at the time is the center of the rubber industry. Dave Young: Okay. Why is that? Stephen Semple: I think it had to do with just the fact there was a couple of companies that sprung up in the area. There was the resources in terms of water and a few things along that lines. Dave Young: And the rubber barons came in [inaudible 00:04:56]. Stephen Semple: But there was a lot of that that was happening with … Look, you see it in technology. A couple of companies happen and then … Dave Young: Yeah, there’s this- Stephen Semple: It attracts the talent, it attracts the people, it attracts the investment. Dave Young: There’s this synergy that happens. It was before the word existed. Stephen Semple: Yeah, basically. So he creates and starts selling a wagon wheel that has a solid rubber tire. And so he’s doing these solid tires, and he starts seeing the market shifting to a pneumatic tire. So a tire with a tube in it. Dave Young: With the air inside it. Yeah. Stephen Semple: And he’s also starting to see car sales increasing so he decides to do that. Because even though it’s a niche, he’s seeing it as growing, and he didn’t really get great traction on the wagon tire. But the first pneumatic auto tire is this thing called a Clincher. The tire is attached to the rim by these metal hooks, but these metal hooks can kind of become a bit of a problem. They can tear the tire, things along that lines. So he decides to make, Firestone decides to make a superior car tire, and he creates this new rim and tire system that’s basically better than the Clincher tire. But the problem, at this point, is the rim is part of the car. Basically, it’s hard to change all that. So who’s willing to- Dave Young: Every car has a different one and … Yeah. Stephen Semple: Right. So what he does is, is he approaches Henry Ford because he hears the Model T is coming out, and Firestone undercuts the Clincher to get a foothold in the industry. He says, “Look, I’m just going to come in with a really cheap price. That’s how I’m going to get into there.” And he gets an order for 2,000 units, $110,000 order, and he’s basically betting everything on the ability to deliver on this order. Okay? Dave Young: Wow. Okay. Stephen Semple: Now, enter Goodyear, a little bit of Goodyear history. So I mentioned Goodyear was founded by Frank Seiberling, and Frank had tried several businesses with no success, but he saw the rubber industry as an area for growth. Younger brother joins, and they need a name, and what the inventor of vulcanized rubber was Charles Goodyear. So they decided to call the tire company Goodyear after Charles Goodyear. Dave Young: Just associate yourself with that. Yeah. Stephen Semple: Yeah. Now- Dave Young: Did Charles, was he in on it, or did they just named it after? Stephen Semple: They just named it Goodyear. Dave Young: Okay. You can do that, huh? Stephen Semple: I guess. They were able to. Dave Young: All right. Stephen Semple: So they’re buried in debt, things aren’t going so great, but what they wanted to do is the big growth around this time was bicycles. So they create a vision to create a new type of tire for the bicycle, because it’s a huge craze at the turn of the century, turn of a couple of centuries ago. So there’s like 300 manufacturers of bicycles in the United States, including the Wright Brothers. Dave Young: Right. Yeah. Stephen Semple: But again, they were solid tires. And what these guys created was a pneumatic tire, what Goodyear has created was a pneumatic tire for bicycles because it’s way more comfortable than a solid tire, right? Dave Young: Way more comfortable. Yeah. Stephen Semple: Yeah. So they’re all in and this has to work, but here’s the problem. Bicycle sales stop because, essentially, everyone who wants one has one. So bicycle sales kind of collapsed. And so they’re struggling here, and what they decide to do is they look at the auto business, and they go, “Hey, the auto business is going over there, and we could create a better tire than a Clincher.” Dave Young: Yeah. [inaudible 00:08:24] Stephen Semple: Great. And so who do they decide to approach? They decide to approach Henry Ford because they hear about this Model T coming out. But Ford has already done a deal with Firestone, right? But Goodyear says, “We got an advantage. Here’s the problem. Their tire, the Goodyear tire, Clincher tires will also work on a Goodyear rim. Clincher tires will not work on a Firestone rim.” And here’s what Goodyear says to Ford, says, “You got a problem. Because if somebody needs a new tire, not everywhere had access to Firestone tires, but everybody has access to Clincher tires. So, therefore, our solution is better.” So basically, Ford cancels the deal with Firestone and goes with Goodyear. Dave Young: Oh, no. Stephen Semple: And basically says to Firestone, “I need you to make Clincher tires, which has almost no money in it for Firestone because they got to pay a licensing deal with Clincher. Isn’t it interesting in all of this, Clincher clearly didn’t innovate because we’ve never heard of Clincher before this moment? Dave Young: Oh, right. Yeah. I mean, terrible name, but- Stephen Semple: Clearly didn’t innovate. Dave Young: Right, didn’t figure out that we don’t need these metal things. Stephen Semple: Because they’re clearly the leader at the time, and we don’t hear them any longer. Dave Young: Yeah, yeah. So they had a lead in the market, but … Stephen Semple: So 1908 comes out, the Model T comes out. It’s Goodyear tires on the Model T, Episode 35, go back and learn about the Model T, and Goodyear takes out ads that Goodyear tire is better. By 1909, all GM cars are Goodyear tires. By 1910, Goodyear is doing like four million in sales, which is like 30 million today. Firestone is not done. Dave Young: Yeah. Stephen Semple: So back to Firestone, they see these Goodyear ads, and they figure we’ve got to get a competitive advantage over Goodyear. We’re going to go back to 1908, go back a couple years. The auto industry, tire industry is exploding. The streets are getting clogged with cars, lots of dust, no rules, chaos, and tires are completely smooth. There’s no tread. Dave Young: Okay. Yeah. That’s … Stephen Semple: And they’ve been all sorts of thing people are putting rivets in, metal, all this other stuff to try to create some sort of traction on these tires, right? Especially as the speed of the cars are getting faster. And what Firestone did, they did a lot of research to make traction. And what they discover is let’s do raised sections. Let’s put treads on the tire. Dave Young: Right. Okay. Well, I mean, there you go. Stephen Semple: Works way better. And what they decide to do, they call it the Firestone Non-skid- Dave Young: Stay tuned, and we’re going to wrap up this story and tell you how to apply this lesson to your business right after this. [Using Stories To Sell Ad] Dave Young: Let’s pick up our story where we left off and, trust me, you haven’t missed a thing. Stephen Semple: And what they decide to do, they call it the Firestone Non-skid, and they put that as the pattern on the tread. So if you look down onto a muddy road, what you would read is Firestone Non-skid. Isn’t that awesome? Dave Young: That’s so smart. I love that. Stephen Semple: So basically the ad is on the ground. They sell- Dave Young: Yeah, because it’s written in the mud. It’s written in the snow. Stephen Semple: It’s written in the mud, written in the snow, written on the ground, right? So they sell like 40,000 units in the first year. And now Goodyear starts to feel the pressure from Firestone on the non-skid tire. So they’re like, okay, what are we going to do here? So what Goodyear comes out with is a diamond pattern because it actually has better grip than letters. And at the same time, it’s still unique because they’re the only ones that have a diamond pattern. And they market it as, and I thought this … You know how we always love this whole idea of attaching the familiar to the unfamiliar? They market it as the first all-weather tire. Dave Young: All weather. Yeah. Stephen Semple: Right? Goodyear then, who was ahead of Firestone with this tire, and at this time, all the tire manufacturers are targeting the manufacturers. They’re trying to get in with the manufacturers. Dave Young: Yeah, yeah. Stephen Semple: And it’s 1910. Firestone’s doing three million in sales compared to Goodyear’s four million. But what about consumers and replacement? What would make their lives better? This is the question Firestone starts to ask because it was really hard to change the tire at that time because early tires were attached to the rim, and the rims were permanently attached to the axle. So you couldn’t just remove the wheel and replace it with another wheel. What Firestone creates is a rim called a demountable rim. It’s this novel idea that you could just take the rim off. Dave Young: Wow. Okay. That’s great. Stephen Semple: And risk of tire failure was high. So guess what this created? The whole idea of a spare, and now anyone can change a tire- Dave Young: Nice, yeah. Stephen Semple: … because you’ve got an extra tire. You could just take the rim off, put the new rim on, and you’re all good to go. And this gets so popular that car companies are now creating ways to carry a spare, a rim and a pump, because now anyone can change tire by themselves. By the end of the decade, all Model Ts have a spare. And guess what? Imitators, including Goodyear, jump onto this idea. It’s 1916. Dave Young: Sure. Stephen Semple: Firestone’s selling $44 million. Goodyear is 100 million and now the largest company in the world. So Firestone is still trailing Goodyear. World War I happens. April 1917, this huge mobilization campaign happens. Goodyear and Firestone have to pivot to wartime production. Firestone’s doing rubber boots and all these other things. Goodyear has been pulled into this top secret plan. They’re going to create an aircraft called a blimp. Dave Young: The blimp? Ooh, okay. Stephen Semple: And you know what’s funny? I always wondered, why does Goodyear have a blimp? Because Goodyear was involved in the crating of the blimp. Isn’t that cool? Dave Young: Right. Yeah, that’s good to know. Stephen Semple: So they’re both making lots of money. The blimp is the Goodyear blimp. We now still see it at football games and all this other stuff, right? And Goodyear’s expanding like crazy because of the war effort, and November 11th, 1918, the war suddenly ends. The war ending in World War I hurt a lot of businesses like Indian motorcycles, Goodyear, because what a lot of people don’t realize, unless you look back into history, that the war ended really abruptly. So much so that even the Allies, if you go back and read the history about World War I, we’re unsure whether to accept the surrender of Germany. No battle in World War I happened on German soil. It all happened in France. And how World War I ended is Germany basically did this one final assault where they threw everything at it and was basically it didn’t work, and they surrendered. And everyone was like, “What do you mean the war’s over?” But the problem is Goodyear thought the war was going to continue for a while longer and had a lot of debt and had done lots of expansion and were in serious trouble. In 1921, Goodyear had 85 million in debt. And so they had to bring in somebody to help refinance the business and part of the refinancing included Frank and his brother being removed from running the business. So in May 13th, 1921, they both resigned, the businesses gone to others. Firestone, they still remain involved with the business. By the 1920s, cars are going faster, and Firestone does one more really big innovation. And that’s the balloon tire, which is a wider, bigger tire, flatter tire, lower pressure, smoother ride. Six months, they sell 25,000 tires a week, and that’s really the precursor to the modern tire. Dave Young: The radial-type tire. Stephen Semple: Yeah. Dave Young: Yeah. That’s really cool. Yeah, war does weird things. I mean, in addition to blowing things up. Stephen Semple: Yeah, it does weird things. But the thing is, when I looked at Firestone and Goodyear, to me, what was really interesting was there’s no way you could kind of talk about one without the other because it really is a story of innovation, innovation, innovation. Dave Young: It really is a case of your competition makes you better, right? Because it went back and forth with both of them. Stephen Semple: It did go back and forth with both of them. Dave Young: Right? And the one that lost out was Clinker because they thought they didn’t need to innovate. Stephen Semple: Right. Right. They were the one that’s been lost to history as these two … Because they had, they were the market leader, and then these two coming along out-innovating each other, totally, like I had never even heard of them as a tire company. Lost to history. Dave Young: Me, neither. Stephen Semple: Yeah. Clincher. Dave Young: Clincher. It sounds medical. It’s such a cool story. I have one experience with Goodyear to tell you about. Stephen Semple: Sure. Dave Young: Back 2020 or so. Gosh, has it been that long? Really has. 20 years ago or so, I was in the motor press guild, automotive journalist, and auto manufacturers and tire manufacturers would take journalists on these trips, these junkets. And I got to go on one for Goodyear. They flew us down to Dallas and then flew us out to San Angelo on Mark Cuban’s 757. San Angelo, Texas is where the Goodyear proving ground is. So they have one of these big 10-acre, five-acre lakes that’s only a quarter of an inch deep or half in it. They can control it. It’s just a giant bed of asphalt that they can control the depth of the water. So we got to drive … We probably compared Goodyear to Firestone tires. Stephen Semple: Probably. Dave Young: You drive this pickup on a slalom course on the water with the new Goodyear tire, and then drive it with the competitor’s tire. It’s like, oh boy, the difference. But it was a fun trip. I also got to drive that same day out on the Goodyear proving grounds. They had one of those mining haul trucks. Stephen Semple: Oh, wow. Yep. Dave Young: Right. The three-story tall mining haul truck, and I got to drive that thing. Stephen Semple: I was going to say, did you get to do a 180 on it? Did you get it to do a 360? Dave Young: No, they didn’t let us drive that out onto the wet track, but that was fun. I mean, there’s a big tire. I think at the time, that tire weighed 20,000 pounds and cost $20,000. That’s what I remember about it. Stephen Semple: And it’s interesting when you think about tires because tread pattern and rubber compound and things like that are all the things that really impact performance. And yet the world’s largest manufacturer of tires became famous with an ad where they put a baby in the tire along with the slogan, So Much Rides on Your Tires, right? Dave Young: Yeah, yeah. Stephen Semple: But coming back to one of the ones I love with the whole Firestone thing was putting the name in the tread pattern. I thought that was just … Dave Young: Yeah, I think it’s great. It’s really smart and innovative from an advertising point of view, but as Goodyear proved, easy to knock down. It’s like, well, obviously a proper tread pattern- Stephen Semple: Is better? Dave Young: … is better than the word Firestone for keeping your car on the road. But- Stephen Semple: But again, it was so interesting because Firestone then, or sorry, Goodyear then even recognized by the diamond pattern, they still became unique because they were the first one with the diamond pattern. So it was this very interesting back and forth between these two companies. Dave Young: They were like the cartoon, the sheepdog and the coyote. They’d clock in and fight all day, and then clock out. And I would guess that the Goodyear and the Firestone, there were probably people going back and forth between one company and the other. They probably had the top secret. We hate each other, but the investors, whole different story. Stephen Semple: Well, it was funny. There was one thing I read about where basically if you were in the Firestone offices or foundry or whatever, you were not allowed to say the word Goodyear. And when you were in the Goodyear one, you were not allowed to say the word Firestone. Like it would’ve really been a massive rivalry when you consider the two companies, like how remarkable is this that two companies found within two years of each other, like almost exactly two years of each other in the same city- Dave Young: And then live in the same city. Stephen Semple: … went on to become number two and number three in the tire business. The one that became number one- Dave Young: Kellogg’s and Post. Stephen Semple: … was across the pond in Europe, right? Completely separated from this battle. Dave Young: Yeah. Yeah. Well, thank you for this tiring story. Stephen Semple: You had to go there, didn’t you? Dave Young: Oh, gosh, I shouldn’t have done that, but I did. I did do it. I’m looking forward to the next episode of the Empire Builders Podcast, Stephen. Stephen Semple: All right. Dave Young: Thank you. Stephen Semple: Okay. Thanks, David. Dave Young: Thanks for listening to the podcast. Please share us, subscribe on your favorite podcast app and leave us a big, fat, juicy five-star rating and review at Apple Podcasts. And if you’d like to schedule your own 90-minute Empire Building session, you can do it at empirebuildingprogram.com.

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Did you know Japan has had bicycle traffic rules for years but almost nobody enforced them? That's changing in April 2026. Police can now issue on-the-spot fines (called 青切符 ao-kippu) for violations like running red lights, riding the wrong way, or using your phone while cycling. In this episode, I break down the key vocabulary, the fines you need to know, and share my honest (and slightly frustrated

Born in Athens, Greece as an Air Force brat, Teri M Brown came into this world with an imagination full of stories to tell. She now calls the North Carolina coast home, and the peaceful nature of the sea has been a great source of inspiration for her creativity.Not letting 2020 get the best of her, Teri chose to go on an adventure that changed her outlook on life. She and her husband, Bruce, rode a tandem bicycle across the United States from Astoria, Oregon to Washington DC, successfully raising money for Toys for Tots. She learned she is stronger than she realized and capable of anything she sets her mind to.Teri graduated from UNC Greensboro with a multitude of degrees – majors in Elementary Education and Psychology and minors in Math and Sociology – she just couldn't settle on one thing! While homeschooling her four children, she began her writing career by focusing on small businesses, writing articles, blog posts, and website content.Upon winning the First Annual Anita Bloom Ornoff Award for Inspirational Short Story for a piece about her grandfather, she began writing in earnest, and published her debut novel in 2022, Sunflowers Beneath the Snow, a historical fiction set in Ukraine. Her second novel published in 2023, An Enemy Like Me, takes place during WWII. Her latest novel, Daughters of Green Mountain Gap, a generational story about Appalachian healers came out in January 2024. In June 2024, her short story, The Youngest Lighthouse Keeper, came out in the anthology Feisty Deeds: Historical Fictions of Daring Women. Her latest book, 10 Little Rules for a Double-Butted Adventure (Feb 2025), My first children's picture book, Little Lola and Her Big Dream, came out in April of last year.Teri is a delight. Listen to this!!This episode, like all episodes of If This Is True, brings forth what drives creatives to do what they do. For more of this content and interaction, you can also go to my substack, coolmite25.substack.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Leo Kokkonen is the founder of Pole Bicycles, a boutique mountain bike brand based in Finland that's known for its innovative design and construction techniques. Founded in 2013, the brand was forced to file for bankruptcy in 2024, but now they're back with a brand new prototype and a desire to continue pushing the envelope.Why start a bike company in 2013? What did you want to do that wasn't already being doneHow did the mountain bike community react to your geometry ideas back then?In 2017, you were planning to produce a carbon fiber bike. But then you decided not to. WhyHow did you come up with your process for machining frames out of aluminum?What are the advantages of designing and manufacturing bikes in Finland? What are the challenges?What are the MTB trails like in your area of Finland?Tell us about the challenges Pole faced that ultimately led to bankruptcy. What happened? What did you learn?What can you tell us about the latest prototype you're working on?How has your production method changed?What's next for Pole?Visit polebicycles.com online and follow @polebicycles on Instagram to see the bikes and to keep up with the brand.An automated transcript will be available at Singletracks.com later today.Follow Singletracks on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠@singletracks⁠⁠⁠ to keep up with the latest mountain bike news.

In this episode Skip talks to self-defense instructor Fred Mastison from Arizona about a very unusual way to rob a bank ... using a bicycle as a getaway vehicle. This one is hilarious so if you need a good laugh then listen to this show. Here's the article we'll discuss. https://www.bellinghamherald.com/news/nation-world/national/article143933374.html

Aujourd'hui dans Le BOOST ! : Amiflation : 1 Canadien sur 3 s'endette pour des sorties... Les collections de cartes les plus absurdes ! «Flo jase de toute» : le «small talk» est NÉCESSAIRE !!! Bonne écoute :)

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In today's episode, Alex breaks down how the FDA quietly deleted its warning against bogus autism “cures,” just as Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is out there starring in what the internet is calling the most bizarre public health ad of 2026 — a shirtless Kid Rock/RFK Jr. workout video featuring sauna sit-ups, hot tub milk toasts, and cold plunges in jeans that has people asking “What are we even watching?” It's hard to tell if the “Make America Healthy Again” campaign is earnest or a late-night sketch, but between scrubbed warnings and denim-soaked stunts, Alex argues this is exactly how public health starts to feel like a joke — and not a very funny one.

What if intuition isn't something you think — but something you feel? In this episode, Doug Bytes sits down with embodiment teacher and author Philip Shepherd, author of Radical Wholeness, Deep Witness, and co-author of Deep Fitness, to explore how modern culture disconnects men from their bodies — and how reclaiming embodied awareness restores intuition, clarity, and grounded strength. Philip shares the story of his teenage bicycle journey across Europe, the Middle East, India, and Japan — a self-initiated rite of passage that shaped his understanding of culture, identity, and embodied intelligence. We explore: ·         Why intuition lives in the body, not the thinking mind ·         The intelligence of the pelvic floor and "pelvic bowl" ·         How cultural conditioning pulls us out of our center ·         A simple pelvic floor breathing practice ·         The concept of embodied presence ·         Energy integration and healing "stuck" emotion ·         The science of myokines and muscle as metabolic medicine ·         Why strength training (not cardio) may be foundational for longevity ·         Training to momentary muscular failure and deep fitness principles ·         Breath, panic, and remaining calm under pressure This conversation bridges somatics, men's personal development, neuroscience, evolutionary biology, and strength science — offering practical tools for men who want to develop intuition, resilience, and grounded leadership. If you're interested in embodiment, radical wholeness, conscious masculinity, breathwork, metabolic health, or strength training for longevity — this episode delivers both philosophy and practical insight.

Bicycle Talk. Episode 472 February  11th 2026.     Ron's Rant:  Trump Administration to roll back milage requirements for large trucks and SUV's.  Also trying to cap gas taxes per state. QBP Cancels annual winter event in Minneapolis.  On a positive side:  Nonprofits, businesses, and elected officials asking congress not to cut funding. Black Cyclists […]

The Transportation Commission decides on transportation issues including Transit, Pedestrian, Bicycle, and Motor Vehicle.

The Transportation Commission decides on transportation issues including Transit, Pedestrian, Bicycle, and Motor Vehicle.

In his new book If You Want to Win, You've Got to Fight, transportation activist Carter Lavin shares strategies about how to create the change we want to see in our communities. Whether it's more protected bike lanes, improved bus service, or safer streets for pedestrians, Carter provides a comprehensive toolbox of campaign tactics and advocacy tips. He is co-founder of the TransBay Coalition and has helped lead and study over a hundred advocacy campaigns across the United States. Carter Lavin joins us this episode.

Fluent Fiction - French: Serendipity in Paris: A Bicycle, A Dream, and Divine Destiny Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/fr/episode/2026-02-16-08-38-20-fr Story Transcript:Fr: Paris, ville des lumières, a toujours eu un charme particulier, surtout en hiver.En: Paris, city of lights, has always had a special charm, especially in winter.Fr: En ce froid jour de la Saint-Valentin, l'air vif du matin faisait scintiller la Tour Eiffel, grande dame d'acier veillant sur la ville.En: On this cold Valentine's Day, the brisk morning air made the Tour Eiffel sparkle, the grand lady of steel watching over the city.Fr: Parmi les nombreux couples et touristes, Élodie et Camille ne se connaissaient pas encore, mais le destin les attendait.En: Among the many couples and tourists, Élodie and Camille did not know each other yet, but destiny awaited them.Fr: Élodie était déjà sur place, emmitouflée dans son manteau, regardant sa montre.En: Élodie was already on site, bundled up in her coat, checking her watch.Fr: Elle attendait un vélo qu'elle avait réservé sur une application en ligne.En: She was waiting for a bicycle she had reserved on an online app.Fr: Elle rêvait de devenir humoriste et cherchait des idées drôles sur les clichés parisiens.En: She dreamed of becoming a comedian and was looking for funny ideas about Parisian clichés.Fr: Camille, venue du Québec, frissonnait malgré son écharpe chaude.En: Camille, who had come from Québec, was shivering despite her warm scarf.Fr: Elle avait aussi réservé un vélo au même endroit, espérant trouver un angle unique pour photographier la Tour Eiffel.En: She had also reserved a bicycle at the same location, hoping to find a unique angle to photograph the Tour Eiffel.Fr: Son ambition était de créer une image inédite pour son magazine de voyage.En: Her ambition was to create an original image for her travel magazine.Fr: Les deux femmes se retrouvèrent devant le même vélo.En: The two women found themselves in front of the same bicycle.Fr: "C'est mon vélo," annonça Élodie d'un ton assuré.En: "That's my bike," announced Élodie in a confident tone.Fr: "Non, c'est le mien," répliqua Camille en montrant son téléphone.En: "No, it's mine," replied Camille while showing her phone.Fr: Un conflit amusant s'ensuit, chacune affirmant ses droits sur la bicyclette.En: An amusing conflict ensued, each asserting her rights over the bicycle.Fr: Après quelques éclats de rire et un soupçon d'embarras, Élodie proposa un compromis.En: After a few bursts of laughter and a hint of embarrassment, Élodie suggested a compromise.Fr: "Et si je te montrais mes coins préférés de Paris?En: "What if I showed you my favorite spots in Paris?Fr: En échange, tu pourrais m'apprendre quelques astuces pour prendre des photos."En: In exchange, you could teach me some tips for taking photos."Fr: Camille, souriante, accepta.En: Camille, smiling, accepted.Fr: Elle se dit que l'offre était intéressante pour sa mission photographique et pourrait même créer un moment unique à capturer.En: She thought the offer was intriguing for her photography mission and could even create a unique moment to capture.Fr: Au fil de leur promenade, Élodie raconta des anecdotes historiques avec une touche d'humour qui faisait ressortir tout son potentiel comique inattendu.En: During their walk, Élodie recounted historical anecdotes with a touch of humor that highlighted her unexpected comedic potential.Fr: Camille découvrit alors à travers son objectif une Paris pleine de vie et d'histoires, grâce aux interruptions désopilantes d'Élodie.En: Camille then discovered through her lens a Paris full of life and stories, thanks to Élodie's hilarious interruptions.Fr: À un moment donné, alors qu'Élodie faisait mine d'être une touriste en extase devant la tour, Camille immortalisa ces instants naturels et hilarants.En: At one point, while Élodie pretended to be a tourist in awe of the tower, Camille captured these natural and amusing moments.Fr: Ce fut la révélation pour Élodie, qui réalisa combien les situations quotidiennes pouvaient inspirer son rêve comique.En: It was a revelation for Élodie, who realized how much daily situations could inspire her comedic dream.Fr: En fin de journée, alors qu'elles sirotaient un chocolat chaud dans un café voisin, Élodie et Camille échangèrent leurs coordonnées.En: By the end of the day, as they sipped hot chocolate in a nearby café, Élodie and Camille exchanged contact information.Fr: Elles comprirent qu'une nouvelle amitié venait de naître, promesse de futures collaborations entre rires et clichés capturés.En: They realized that a new friendship had been born, promising future collaborations filled with laughter and captured shots.Fr: Élodie gagna en assurance et Camille enrichit sa vision photographique, chacune trouvant dans l'autre une énergie créatrice nouvelle.En: Élodie gained confidence and Camille enriched her photographic vision, each finding in the other a new creative energy.Fr: Avec la Tour Eiffel en toile de fond, elles sourirent, reconnaissantes pour ce malentendu qui les avait réunies.En: With the Tour Eiffel as a backdrop, they smiled, grateful for the misunderstanding that had brought them together. Vocabulary Words:the charm: le charmethe breath: le soufflethe tower: la tourthe burst: l'éclatthe spark: l'étincellethe anecdote: l'anecdotethe scarf: l'écharpethe bicycle: la bicyclettethe embarrassment: l'embarrasthe misunderstanding: le malentenduthe watch: la montrethe photographer: le photographethe revelation: la révélationthe humor: l'humourthe destiny: le destinthe idea: l'idéethe tourist: le touristethe ambition: l'ambitionthe background: l'arrière-planthe hint: le soupçonthe potential: le potentielthe colleague: le collèguethe angle: l'anglethe lens: l'objectifthe backdrop: la toile de fondthe app: l'applicationthe photographer's mission: la mission photographiquethe stage: la scènethe shot: le clichéthe coat: le manteau

This week on Movie Mistrial, we journey through post-war Italy to explore Vittorio De Sica's deeply moving neorealist masterpiece, Bicycle Thieves.Bicycle Thieves is a profoundly human story told with simplicity and emotional clarity. Its non-professional actors, naturalistic style, and heartfelt father-son narrative capture the struggles of everyday life with honesty and compassion. The film's raw authenticity and universal themes have cemented it as a cornerstone of world cinema.While celebrated, some modern viewers may find the pacing slow and the minimal plot too understated. Its unpolished realism and lack of traditional dramatic structure can feel distant for audiences accustomed to more stylized or fast-moving filmmaking.Join us as we unpack the quiet power and lingering sadness of Bicycle Thieves. Is it a timeless study of humanity—or a film whose subtle approach tests contemporary patience?Connect with us and share your thoughts:Twitter: http://tiny.cc/MistrialTwitter

What happens when you walk away from the life you're supposed to live and follow your curiosity and sense of adventure instead?In this episode, I sit down with Leoni Kolberg, better known as LaserLeo the Cyclonaut, who has spent the past several years living on a bicycle, cycling across continents, sleeping in a tent, and navigating the world, and her inner landscape, one mile at a time.This isn't just a story about adventure. It's about choosing uncertainty over comfort, learning resilience through hardship, and discovering what really matters when you strip life down to the essentials.We talk about cycling solo across continents, the mental and physical challenges of life on the road, moments of fear and triumph, and why freedom is often harder than the safe, predictable path that society demands.In this episode, we explore:• Why Leoni walked away from a conventional future to live on the road• The mental toughness built through solitude and uncertainty• Fear, resilience, and learning to trust yourself• The people and moments that changed her along the way• Why adventure is often an inner journey as much as an outer oneThis is a conversation about curiosity, courage, and what happens when you stop living by default and start living by design.Notable Links:Leoni's InstagramLeoni's PolarstepsLeoni's bike: Tout Terrain*****If you're looking for that next-level boost to your creativity and photography skills, you've got to check out my Beyond The Lens Newsletter on Substack. It's like having a backstage pass to everything I explore with my guests here on the podcast - delivered straight to your email inbox.Think practical photography tips, mind-expanding ideas for personal vision, and real-world tactics to level up your craft. Plus I'm sharing my thoughts on travel, conservation, creativity and more.It's straight to the point, super actionable, and it shows you how to see the world in an entirely new way. So if that sounds like your vibe, head on over to beyondthelens.fm/go and prepare to take your creative game to new heights. Follow Richard Bernabe: Substack: https://richardbernabe.substack.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bernabephoto/ Twitter/X: https://x.com/bernabephoto Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bernabephoto

Pierre Poilievre's pay-to-play leadership 'victory'; Liana's nightmarish journey through our health care system - just to get a medical check-up; The Muppets finally re-capture the magic; Wonder Man breaks the Disney/Marvel TV mould - so it doesn't suck; why can't AI identify bicycles? Listen to Liana on It's Not Therapy wherever you get podcasts or notttherapyshow.com Listen to Ed on The All-Night Show LIVE, weeknights midnight - 5AM on 94.9 The Rock/therock.fm/94.9 The Rock App Find the shows in podcast form at therock.fm On-Demand section, look under Ed the Sock on The Rock All-Star All-Night Show featuring the best of the week Saturdays & Sundays, midnight - 5AM on 94.9 The Rock/therock.fm/94.9 The Rock App  

The Cycling Life-Style Promotion Association of Ehime Prefecture in Japan and Cycling NSW have began their partnership in August 2024. - 愛媛県とBycle NSWは、自転車を軸とした新しい形の地域間交流を行っています。

Send us a textBruce Caplain of Bike the North Country talk to host Wesley Cheney about the challenges and joys of biking in both the city and the country, and why every bike is special.Support the show

Bicycle Talk. Episode 471 February  4th 2026.     Ron's Rant:  Comments from Last Weeks Show  Monday's Headlines Are for Alex Pretti. Monday's Headlines Are for Alex Pretti Republican Rep. Thomas Walsh of Hooksett NH.   On a positive side:  Shout out to Bill Murray …… and Groundhog day.  Heavy equipment has arrived for Phase […]

Val, Danielle, and Carlisle must deal with the aftermath of thePARCS facility's containment breach, but a new threat comes a-callling.---News, artwork, and more at ⁠⁠PowerWordCrit.com⁠⁠Rate us on ⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠Contact us on ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠, X/Twitter, or at PowerWordCrit@gmail.com---Theme music arranged by Corrin Sparks.Background music used under the standard-license from filmmusic.io."Beauty Flow" by Kevin MacLeod"Bicycle" by Kevin MacLeod"District Four" by Kevin MacLeod"Montauk Point" by Kevin MacLeod"Spy Glass" by Kevin MacLeod

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Bicycle Talk. Episode 470 January 28th 2025.     Ron's Rant: The Talk of D.C.: Rumors Flying that Trump Admin Wants to Undo Bike Lanes in Capital. And on another rant NJ:.  On a positive side:  Minneapolis retailer helping plan Pretti memorial rides nationwide.  Wolf Tooth Components employees ‘standing in solidarity’ with Minneapolis.  Mechanical minute […]

Reach out and touch us: shiftlesslive@gmail.comIn episode 130 of Shiftless, the podcast delves into the world of cycling, focusing on the latest happenings around drop bar mountain bikes. The hosts discuss the increasing popularity of drop bar mountain bikes, yet their recent ban from key races like Leadville. They speculate industry motivations behind these bans, such as product influence from major manufacturers like Specialized and Trek. The discussion extends to potential new trends like 32-inch wheels and the complexities surrounding their integration into competitive cycling. Additionally, the hosts brainstorm the logistics of organizing a drop bar mountain bike race and share personal anecdotes about the evolving state of cycling and local burger joints. Enduring topics also include the intricacies of kitchen prep work and the impacts of sudden weather changes on event planning.00:00 Introduction and Podcast Setup00:18 Cycling News and Updates01:08 Drop Bar Mountain Bikes Discussion02:25 UCI Regulations and Industry Trends09:00 Surly Bike Models and Market Changes37:19 Event Planning and Weather Contingencies47:52 The Soft Pack Cigarette Debate48:20 Secondhand Smoke and Nicotine Addiction49:21 Baby Change Station Horror50:02 Best Burger Joints for Cyclists51:41 Fast Food Quality and Consistency53:36 The Arby's Roast Beef Mystery55:09 Defining Fast Food58:09 Weather Challenges for Texas Chainring Massacre01:10:35 Motorcycle Adventures and Safety Concerns01:19:33 The Appeal of Bicycles and Freedom01:24:59 Virtual Cycling and Training Programs01:27:00 Concluding Thoughts and Plans

“Why should I kill myself worrying when I'll end up just as dead?”70mm goes INTERNATIONAL ends with with Vittorio De Sica's BICYCLE THIEVES. We also talk about OSCAR, Proto providing a HUGE journey update, slime watching F1, and Danny being sick and watching PAPER MOON. In the uncut portion of the episode, we dig into man becoming muppet.Chapters:(00:00:00) Introductions + Oscar(00:06:24) Next month(00:12:58) What we watched(00:26:51) Bicycle Thieves(01:10:18) Next weekSupport the 70mm Patreon to join our VHS Village Discord and access exclusive episodes in the 70mm Vault which includes over 70 movies! Signing up for the Patreon also get your own membership card, member-only discounts on merch, and the ability to vote on future episodes!Don't forget you can visit our website to shop our storefront to buy prints and merch, follow us on Letterboxd, email the show, and much more.70mm is a ⁠TAPEDECK⁠ podcast, along with our friends at ⁠BAT & SPIDER⁠,  ⁠The Letterboxd Show⁠, Austin Danger Pod, ⁠Escape Hatch⁠, ⁠Will Run For...⁠, ⁠Lost Light⁠, ⁠The Movie Mixtape⁠, and ⁠Twin Vipers⁠.(Gone but not forgotten; ⁠Cinenauts⁠ + ⁠FILM HAGS⁠.) ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Is Saint-Étienne France's Most Underrated City? PLUS: Tips for Learning French! If you love discovering hidden gems in France, this episode is for you! Annie Sargent chats with Brooke Koss Cunningham, a French professor and passionate Francophile, about Saint-Étienne—a city most travelers overlook but absolutely shouldn't. Once known for its coal mines and heavy industry, Saint-Étienne has transformed into a vibrant hub of design, innovation, and affordability. Brooke shares why this working-class city, nestled between the Livradois-Forez and Parc du Pilat, is one of France's best-kept secrets. Listen to this episode ad-free Saint-Étienne is cheap to visit, easy to explore, and packed with surprises. Brooke takes us to the Musée d'Art et d'Industrie, where you can see everything from historic bicycles to intricate ribbons—a hit with kids and adults alike. She raves about Weiss Chocolates, a local favorite where you can even take workshops, and the faisselle cheese, a fresh, creamy specialty you won't find outside of France. For outdoor lovers, the Gouffre d'Enfer offers thrilling zip-lining, while Saint-Victor-sur-Loire delivers stunning views of the Loire River without the tourist crowds. But Saint-Étienne isn't just about sights—it's about experiencing real French life. Brooke explains how the city's tram system makes getting around a breeze, and why its strong local accent and gaga patois add to its authentic charm. She also shares practical tips for learning French, from immersing yourself in conversations to using resources like Radio France and the Alliance Française's Culturethèque. Whether you're a solo traveler, a family, or someone dreaming of moving to France, this city offers a welcoming, unpretentious vibe that's hard to find in bigger tourist hotspots. After the chat, Annie dives into an exciting update: JR's 2026 art installation on Paris's Pont Neuf, turning the bridge into a 120-meter "cave" made of fabric. It's a must-see for anyone visiting Paris next summer! Subscribe to Join Us in France to get more off-the-beaten-path stories, cultural deep dives, and travel tips that make exploring France even more rewarding. Whether you're planning a trip or just love armchair travel, this episode will inspire you to see France differently. Listen now and start dreaming about your next adventure!

I Left My Blue-Collar Hometown On A Schwinn And Learned How The "Other Half" Actually LivesHave you ever felt that crushing pressure to leave home just to "figure out your future"?

Bicycle Talk. Episode 469January 21st 2026.     Ron's Rant:  Hello Phoenix. Police will no longer give warnings for jaywalking, handing out citations instead.   On a positive side:  How's that NY Resolution going?  Improved fitness? How Long Does the Average New Year’s Resolution Last?  The Best Bicycle Festivals Worth Traveling to in 2026 . The […]

This episode is our recap of our January 6th advocacy panel. Listen in as industry experts meet, discuss and address retailer risks, concerns, and best practices regarding the full spectrum of lithium-ion batteries and e-mobility devices safety, standards, and compliance.Support the show

In this conversation, Joshua Crone discusses the various programs and initiatives at Yellow Bicycle, a theater space in Philadelphia. He shares insights on community engagement, the challenges of running a small venue, and the importance of planning and research in theater management. Crone also highlights the upcoming Fringe Theater Masterclass, aimed at educating aspiring theater artists on the intricacies of production and collaboration in the arts.Chapters00:00 The Birth of Yellow Bicycle02:27 Community Engagement and Support05:25 Navigating the Challenges of Theater Production08:08 Lessons Learned in Venue Management10:47 The Importance of Business Acumen in the Arts13:43 Building a Collaborative Artistic Community16:29 The Journey of Creating a Theater Space19:08 Fringe Theater Masterclass Overview21:49 The Value of Diverse Skills in Theater24:27 Engaging with the Audience and Community27:18 Final Thoughts and Future AspirationsThe original yellow bicycle was a vintage Schwinn rescued from an LA landfill. It served as a commuter bike, camera dolly, and grip truck during YBC founder Joshua Crone's first two years in Hollywood. When actors came by the studio they would find it parked outside to make room for rehearsal or filming. Over time the yellow bicycle became a signpost, a symbol of the collective: a loose-knit group of theater and film artists committed to doing ambitious work, even under humble circumstances. A group that was going places, even if it meant cycling uphill against the wind. When Crone moved to New York in 2018, the bike stayed behind in Joshua Tree. But its spirit lives on in its successor, a 1975 Raleigh (pictured here at Lyons Falls, NY), and in its namesake: Yellow Bicycle Collective.As a resident theater company of the new Yellow Bicycle Theater in Center City, Philadelphia, Yellow Bicycle Collective is now a Pennsylvania-based nonprofit corporation committed to producing edgy new writing, experimental reworking of classic plays, and training in all aspects of fringe theater and indie film production. Its mission, as outlined in its Articles of Incorporation, is to enrich, educate and entertain the community by providing unique experiences at the interface of theater and film.FOR MORE INFORMATION: https://yellowbicycle.org | https://yellowbicycle.com/

Building a global brand from India. Today my guest is  Ritesh Arora, Co-Founder of TRU.BIKE, TRU.BIKE designs premium, lightweight and safe bicycles for children, and is now exporting e-bikes to Europe. In this episode he talks about why India, despite being the second-largest bicycle manufacturer, has no global brand, and how TRU.BIKE is changing that.Ritesh shares their journey from bootstrapping in year one to raising funds, achieving product–market fit, and growing fast. He talks about building a strong marketing engine.Being mentally prepared for the startup journey. Why your first hire should be a finance person. He talks about taking Indian products global that comes from a deep sense of patriotism and finally some great book recommendations and much more. In this episode he talk about Bootstrapping.His Co-founders.Competing in a crowded market (and why you shouldn't overthink it)The primitive nature of India's domestic bicycle market.Attending global bicycle exhibitions.Maintaining quality standards and pricing correctly.Opening retail stores.Why bikes aren't e-commerce friendly and how they overcame that!What excites Ritesh most about the future.And much more Linkshttps://tru.bike/ Hosted And Produced by Neil Patel https://www.linkedin.com/today/author/neilpatel2 Enjoyed this episode? Don't forget to subscribe and leave us a review! Share this episode with your friends. Listen and Subscribe to More Episodeshttps://www.indianstartupshow.com/ Music by Punch Deck.https://open.spotify.com/artist/7kdduxAVaFnbHJyNxl7FWV

Holidays back in the old days. Fly to Spain or go for a caravan in the New Forest? Lost villages, no school, no police house, no vicar... No village! Bicycles and cars on pavements and more...

Bicycle Talk. Episode 468 January  14th 2025.     Ron's Rant: Motorized vehicles finally recognized as violent weapons? And, NJ  S4834/A6235.   On a positive side: Not all cyclists are bad.  Happy New Year!  Mechanical minute and cycling tips:  The cervical fusion blues.  Ron talks about the difficult comeback after a cervical fusion. Increase Cycling […]

The QCBC Charter is a RAGBRAI Charter that has been serving riders an elevated RAGBRAI experience since the very first RAGBRAI!! Roger Killion, newly appointed RAGBRAI Charter Coordinator for the QCBC, is on this episode to chat more about both the charter as well as the bicycle club. The Quad Cities Bicycle Club, located on the Iowa/Illinois border, shares the Mississippi River which provides riders with scenic biking opportunities on both sides. The club offers riders of all abilities unique events, weekly club rides, training rides, and of course services to help get riders with logistics when they pedal across the state each July. https://www.qcbc.org/ More info on all RAGBRAI Charters: https://ragbrai.com/charters/ ARGO Episode: https://soundcloud.com/justgobike/episode-369-ragbrai-charter-spotlight-jonathan-from-argo Just Go Bike: ragbrai.com/justgobike/ Watch, or listen on our Just Go Bike YouTube channel. www.youtube.com/@JustGoBikePodcast Have a topic for a future episode? Message us at justgobikepodcast@gmail.com. Registration for RAGBRAI LIII is open! ragbrai.com/registration/

Morgan King offers insight into why Cal Poly was recognized with a national distinction of being a bike-friendly campus by the League of American Bicyclists.

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Join us for our special ESG Decoded x Climate Week NYC video series, where leading minds gathered in New York City to shape our sustainable future. Explore breakthrough ideas, bold conversations, and the urgent actions driving sustainability forward! These leaders aren't just talking about change — they're driving it. Each episode delivers real-world insights and inspiration you can apply to make an impact in your own sphere.Be part of the change! Stay tuned for more episodes from this exclusive series. For now, let's decode ESG together.-Music and climate might seem like separate worlds—but singer-songwriter, Rozzi, proves they're powerfully connected. In this episode of ESG Decoded x Climate Week NYC, Emma Cox sits down with Rozzi for an inspiring conversation on art, personal impact, and the role of music and artists in driving climate action.  Rozzi opens up about her experience evacuating during California wildfires and navigating the challenges of low-impact touring. She shares how musicians can lead by example, even when sustainability feels out of reach. The discussion touches on her evolving perspective, her climate-focused track Orange Skies, and the importance of using your platform and influence—onstage or off—to make a difference. This episode highlights how culture and creativity can amplify climate awareness and inspire meaningful action.  Subscribe and follow ESG Decoded for more thought-provoking conversations from Climate Week NYC—your gateway to the world's brightest sustainability minds and actionable ideas.-Episode Resources: Rozzi's “Orange Skies” (Chapter 2 Version): https://open.spotify.com/track/4Y2ZhE91YTh1LCZfbW7LhW?si=162b843d14b94ef9 Sounds Right – Music Industry Nature Royalties Initiative: https://www.soundsright.earth/Music Declares Emergency: https://www.musicdeclares.net/Billie Eilish x Support+Feed Climate Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vI_hvB35Cyo Green Touring Guide (Julie's Bicycle): https://juliesbicycle.com/resource/green-touring-guide/ NRDC – Climate Impacts of Wildfires: https://www.nrdc.org/stories/wildfires-and-climate-change UNEP – Art for the Environment: https://www.unep.org/explore-topics/environmental-rights-and-governance/what-we-do/art-environment -About ESG Decoded ESG Decoded is a podcast powered by ClimeCo to share updates related to business innovation and sustainability in a clear and actionable manner. Join Emma Cox, Erika Schiller, and Anna Stablum for thoughtful, nuanced conversations with industry leaders and subject matter experts that explore the complexities about the risks and opportunities connected to (E)nvironmental, (S)ocial and (G)overnance. We like to say that “ESG is everything that's not on your balance sheet.” This leaves room for misunderstanding and oversimplification – two things that we'll bust on this podcast.ESG Decoded | Resource Links Site: https://www.climeco.com/podcast-series/Apple Podcasts: https://go.climeco.com/ApplePodcastsSpotify: https://go.climeco.com/SpotifyYouTube Music: https://go.climeco.com/YouTube-MusicLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/esg-decoded/IG: https://www.instagram.com/esgdecoded/*This episode was produced by Singing Land Studio About ClimeCoClimeCo is an award-winning leader in decarbonization, empowering global organizations with customized sustainability pathways. Our respected scientists and industry experts collaborate with companies, governments, and capital markets to develop tailored ESG and decarbonization solutions. Recognized for creating high-quality, impactful projects, ClimeCo is committed to helping clients achieve their goals, maximize environmental assets, and enhance their brand.ClimeCo | Resource LinksSite: https://climeco.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/climeco/IG: https://www.instagram.com/climeco/

Join us for our special ESG Decoded x Climate Week NYC video series, where leading minds gathered in New York City to shape our sustainable future. Explore breakthrough ideas, bold conversations, and the urgent actions driving sustainability forward! These leaders aren't just talking about change — they're driving it. Each episode delivers real-world insights and inspiration you can apply to make an impact in your own sphere.Be part of the change! Stay tuned for more episodes from this exclusive series. For now, let's decode ESG together.-Music and climate might seem like separate worlds—but singer-songwriter, ⁠Rozzi⁠, proves they're powerfully connected. In this episode of ESG Decoded x Climate Week NYC, ⁠Emma Cox⁠ sits down with Rozzi for an inspiring conversation on art, personal impact, and the role of music and artists in driving climate action.  Rozzi opens up about her experience evacuating during California wildfires and navigating the challenges of low-impact touring. She shares how musicians can lead by example, even when sustainability feels out of reach. The discussion touches on her evolving perspective, her climate-focused track ⁠Orange Skies⁠, and the importance of using your platform and influence—onstage or off—to make a difference. This episode highlights how culture and creativity can amplify climate awareness and inspire meaningful action.  Subscribe and follow ESG Decoded for more thought-provoking conversations from Climate Week NYC—your gateway to the world's brightest sustainability minds and actionable ideas.-Episode Resources: Rozzi's “Orange Skies” (Chapter 2 Version): ⁠https://open.spotify.com/track/4Y2ZhE91YTh1LCZfbW7LhW?si=162b843d14b94ef9⁠ Sounds Right – Music Industry Nature Royalties Initiative:⁠ https://www.soundsright.earth/⁠Music Declares Emergency:⁠ https://www.musicdeclares.net/⁠Billie Eilish x Support+Feed Climate Video: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vI_hvB35Cyo⁠ Green Touring Guide (Julie's Bicycle): ⁠https://juliesbicycle.com/resource/green-touring-guide/⁠ NRDC – Climate Impacts of Wildfires: ⁠https://www.nrdc.org/stories/wildfires-and-climate-change⁠ UNEP – Art for the Environment: ⁠https://www.unep.org/explore-topics/environmental-rights-and-governance/what-we-do/art-environment⁠ -About ESG Decoded ESG Decoded is a podcast powered by ClimeCo to share updates related to business innovation and sustainability in a clear and actionable manner. Join Emma Cox, Erika Schiller, and Anna Stablum for thoughtful, nuanced conversations with industry leaders and subject matter experts that explore the complexities about the risks and opportunities connected to (E)nvironmental, (S)ocial and (G)overnance. We like to say that “ESG is everything that's not on your balance sheet.” This leaves room for misunderstanding and oversimplification – two things that we'll bust on this podcast.ESG Decoded | Resource Links Site:⁠ https://www.climeco.com/podcast-series/⁠Apple Podcasts:⁠ https://go.climeco.com/ApplePodcasts⁠Spotify:⁠ https://go.climeco.com/Spotify⁠YouTube Music:⁠ https://go.climeco.com/YouTube-Music⁠LinkedIn:⁠ https://www.linkedin.com/company/esg-decoded/⁠IG:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/esgdecoded/⁠*This episode was produced by ⁠Singing Land Studio⁠ About ClimeCoClimeCo is an award-winning leader in decarbonization, empowering global organizations with customized sustainability pathways. Our respected scientists and industry experts collaborate with companies, governments, and capital markets to develop tailored ESG and decarbonization solutions. Recognized for creating high-quality, impactful projects, ClimeCo is committed to helping clients achieve their goals, maximize environmental assets, and enhance their brand.ClimeCo | Resource LinksSite:⁠ https://climeco.com/⁠ LinkedIn:⁠ https://www.linkedin.com/company/climeco/⁠IG:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/climeco/⁠

Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode.In this episode of the New England Endurance Podcast, we sit down with Firefly Bicycles co-founders Tyler Evans and Kevin Wolfson to explore the craft, philosophy, and real-world decision-making behind world-class custom titanium bikes.From geometry choices and material tradeoffs to bike fitting instincts honed in the peloton, Tyler and Kevin pull back the curtain on how Firefly designs bikes for how people actually ride. We dig into the myth of the “quiver killer,” why one bike can't always do it all—especially in New England—and how compromises show up when terrain gets rough.We also cover what it's like to order a Firefly: realistic build timelines, what customers should (and shouldn't) control in the design process, and what carbon-neutral manufacturing looks like in practice—not just on paper.Whether you're dreaming about a custom build or simply want to understand why some bikes feel right and others don't, this conversation is a deep dive into intention, craftsmanship, and choosing the right tool for the ride.Key TakeawaysThe “quiver killer” bike isn't for everyone — especially in New England, where rough mixed terrain often demands purpose-built tools.Tire clearance alone doesn't define versatility — geometry and ride intent matter just as much as tire size.Custom bikes shine when rider intent is clear — the best outcomes happen when riders share goals and trust the builder.Bike fit is about reading the rider, not just numbers — experience, posture, and movement tell a deeper story.Custom doesn't mean infinite choice — knowing what to leave to the builder can dramatically improve the final result.Great craftsmanship includes invisible details — many of Firefly's most important design decisions are ones customers never see.Carbon-neutral manufacturing is an active process — not a marketing label, but a set of real operational commitmentsThis podcast embarks on a journey to showcase and celebrate the endurance sports community in New England.

Visit us at shapedbydog.com   Loose leash walking starts without a leash. I would like you to think for a moment about what kind of an emotional experience it is to take your dog for a leashed walk. For some people there is lunging, jumping, spinning, barking, or zig-zagging. Different behaviors, same outcome. What is meant to be exercise, connection, and calm ends up feeling frustrating instead. In this episode, I'm sharing why leash walking fails so often and why it's not because you or your dog have done something wrong. Leash walking breaks down when expectations severely outpace education, and once you understand where that breakdown happens, you'll never approach walking your dog on a leash the same way again.    In this episode, you'll hear:   • What leash walking feels like for both ends of the leash. • The difference between what we expect from our dogs and what they've actually been taught. • Why leash walking is one of the most unnatural behaviors we ask dogs to perform. • How teaching leash walking in reverse sets dogs up to fail. • Why behavior does not grow in isolation. • The role the 5C Pyramid plays in building real-world understanding. • Why distraction is rarely the real issue on leash. • What changes when education catches up to expectations. • How seeing where leash walking breaks down changes everything.   Join J-Walking: Write to us at wag@dogsthat.com with the subject line "Connected Walking" for a very special opportunity to join us in J-Walking.   Resources:   1. Podcast Episode 21: The 5C Pyramid - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/21/  2. Podcast Episode 245: Make Dog Training Easy! Quick Guide To Antecedent Arrangements - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/245/ 3. Podcast Episode 144: Teach Your Dog To Listen No Matter What… Even If You Think They Are Stubborn - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/144 4. YouTube Video: Understanding Your Dog's Reinforcement Zone (RZ) with Susan Garrett - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OaUAScgaFAg&feature=youtu.be 5. Podcast Episode 74: Yes, Susan Garrett's Dogs Sniff On Walks - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/74 6. Podcast Episode 24: Distraction Intensity Index: Help For Dogs Who Chase Chipmunks, Bicycles, And Neighbor's Cats - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/24/ 7. YouTube Video: Susan Garrett's Perch Work Dog Tricks (Pivots and Spins) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?si=KvaVdO7pIZzFVCcc&v=O6sj6fTJnFc&feature=youtu.be 8. Fitness Planks from Galican - Coupon code SBD15 for 15% off - https://runitagilityequipment.ca/products/training-board 9. Podcast Episode 32: 20 Easy Ways to Exercise Your Dog at Home - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/32 10. Podcast Episode 317: 20 Exercises That Help Your Dog Live Longer: Start Today! - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/317 11. Podcast Episode 314: Dog Enrichment Secrets Part 1: Using Your Dog's Natural Instincts To Build Variety And Engagement - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/314 12. Podcast Episode 315: Dog Enrichment Secrets Part 2: 30 Day Enrichment Challenge + Free Planner PDF - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/315 13. Podcast Episode 176: Why Your Dog's Emotions Are A Critical Element Of Dog Training - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/176 14. YouTube Playlist: Loose Leash Walking with Susan Garrett - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLphRRSxcMHy1mGMfdVKXq_hiJ27Ej1shW 15. Watch this Episode of Shaped by Dog on YouTube - https://youtu.be/sXjX6CkzEVI

It's our final heist movie of the year, and it's time to flip the script a little. A union man in immediate postwar Italy is assigned a job putting up posters. The pay is enough to finally give his family some stability, but it requires a bicycle. When his bike is stolen on his first day, he and his remarkable young son search through the markets and back alleys of Rome to find it. ----- Check out friend of the show Mattie's new book Simplicity here, or wherever fine graphic novels are sold! ----- FREE PALESTINE Hey, Devon here. In our home, we talk a lot about how insane everything feels, and agonise constantly over what can be done to best help the Palestinians trapped in Gaza facing the full brunt of genocidal violence. My partner Rebecca has put together a list of four fundraisers you can contribute to- all of them are at work on the ground doing what they can. -Palestinian Communist Youth Union, which is doing a food and water effort, and is part of the official communist party of Palestine https://www.gofundme.com/f/to-preserve-whats-left-of-humanity-global-solidarity -Water is Life, a water distribution project in North Gaza affiliated with an Indigenous American organization and the Freedom Flotilla https://www.waterislifegaza.org/ -Vegetable Distribution Fund, which secured and delivers fresh veg, affiliated with Freedom Flotilla also https://www.instagram.com/linking/fundraiser?fundraiser_id=1102739514947848 -Thamra, which distributes herb and veg seedlings, repairs and maintains water infrastructure, and distributes food made with replanted veg patches https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-thamra-cultivating-resilience-in-gaza ----- WEB DESIGN ALERT Tom Allen is a friend of the show (and the designer behind our website). If you need web design help, reach out to him here:  https://www.tomallen.media/ Kill James Bond is hosted by November Kelly, Abigail Thorn, and Devon. You can find us at https://killjamesbond.com , as well as on our Bluesky and X.com the every app account

Geek Warning time! Factor's new One aero road bike, SRM's non-power pedals, and whether riding bikes ever feels like work are all things Dave and Ronan discuss this week.There's a bit of happy news for Spotify users, with our member-only channels now available on the green app. If you've been missing out on the Ask a Wrench segment (this week with Brad Copeland) because you're loyal to Spotify, then now is the time to jump in.Time stamps:3:00 - Factor's new One14:00 - New non-power pedals from SRM23:00 - Cube's recall25:30 - Do we ever get sick of bikes?37:30 - PSA for the bearings on your bike40:15 - Ask a Wrench (Members Only)41:00 - When to replace a punctured tubeless tyre49:00 - How much of a difference do a few millimetres make?57:00 - Pressures for winter tyres

"They're becoming a T.Y.D.W.P.I.T.F.R." Greg Cote is displaying the behavior of someone who is tripping, and he's furious at his family for leaving him alone while he watched soccer. Jeremy is paying off a punishment as George Harrison, and everyone seems to like him more. Mike Ryan is continuing to defend the University of Miami, but things are starting to unravel. Today's cast: Dan, Greg, Zaslow, Chris, "Jeremy," Mike, and Tony. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices