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'He did not get up to talk about his party, his cause, his interest or his office', wrote J. C. Ryle of George Whitefield. 'He was perpetually telling you about your sins, your heart, Jesus Christ, the Holy Ghost, the absolute need of repentance, faith, and holiness, in the way that the Bible presents these mighty subjects.'  This week we turn our attention to a man who, by God's grace, became a means in the salvation of thousands of souls in the eighteenth century.    Featured Resources: – David Campbell, 'George Whitefield: The Power of the Gospel', Banner of Truth Magazine, Issue 699 (December 2021). – Bob Thomas (collator, introduction), 'Encouragement from the Eighteenth Century: Extracts from Arnold Dallimore's Biography of George Whitefield', Banner of Truth Magazine, Issue 737 (February 2025).   Resources on Whitefield: Dallimore, Arnhold, George Whitefield: The Life and Times of the Great Evangelist of the 18th Century Revival (2 volumes, clothbound, 1232 pages, also available as single volumes) Philip, Robert, The Life and Times of George Whitefield (paperback, 588 pages) Vandoodewaard, Rebecca, The Man Who Preached Outside (board book) Select Sermons of George Whitefield, With an Account of His Life by J. C. Ryle (paperback, 200 pages)     Explore the work of the Banner of Truth: www.banneroftruth.org Subscribe to the Magazine (print/digital/both): www.banneroftruth.org/magazine Leave us your feedback or a testimony: www.speakpipe.com/magazinepodcast

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In this episode of The Southern Naturalist, Dr. Bob and Dr. Aimée Thomas explore the slimy, strange, and surprisingly intelligent world of slime molds — with a special focus on the infamous Fuligo septica, also known as dog vomit slime mold. Despite its less-than-appealing nickname, this bright yellow protist is a marvel of biology.Slime molds are cosmopolitan species, meaning they can be found all over the world — from your backyard mulch pile to deep forest floors. While F. septica takes center stage, we also explore a range of other slime mold species and what they reveal about the natural world.These unique organisms have long defied easy classification. Though they're often mistaken for fungi, slime molds are actually protists — a fascinating group of life forms that blur the lines between what we think we know about cells, movement, and even behavior.We discuss how scientists use slime molds to study things like traffic flow and network optimization, how some slime molds can “solve” mazes, and how their behavior continues to baffle researchers. You'll also hear about the strange folklore that surrounds slime molds across cultures and why these humble blobs have captured the human imagination for centuries.Whether you're a slime mold skeptic or a full-blown myxomycophile, this episode is a deep dive into the gooey, brainy, and totally bizarre world of some of nature's most overlooked organisms.Follow @SoNatPodcast on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠ and⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠!Visit our website at ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://lucec.loyno.edu/so-nat-podcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠Do you have any more questions about nature? Message us on social media or email us at ⁠⁠⁠sonatpodcast@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠ and we will answer you!Hosts: Dr. Bob Thomas and Dr. Aimée ThomasProduced by Emma Reid  Intro Music composition by Hunter Wainwright

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(00:00-15:49) Who loves the show more, Bob Thomas or Coach Schertz? Takes and opinions. Goated or goaded? Jackson finna earn his keep today. The TMA Fan Page is essentially a dating site. Mickey Rooney and Mickey Rourke. Mouth harps. Great fund raiser for the Ollie Hinkle Heart Foundation.(15:58-34:20) Update on the Eagles fan with banned from The Link. Claims of provocation. High-ground always wins in stadium fights. Old tweets surfacing from the boyfriend that are a tough look. What transpired before the video started? Shushers at the cinema. (34:30-42:57) Potato chips and fruit snacks. An update on the Rams money in the city of St. Louis from the Business Journal. You don't know about ROI then, batch. Aww man, we missed national gift card day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00-15:49) Who loves the show more, Bob Thomas or Coach Schertz? Takes and opinions. Goated or goaded? Jackson finna earn his keep today. The TMA Fan Page is essentially a dating site. Mickey Rooney and Mickey Rourke. Mouth harps. Great fund raiser for the Ollie Hinkle Heart Foundation. (15:58-34:20) Update on the Eagles fan with banned from The Link. Claims of provocation. High-ground always wins in stadium fights. Old tweets surfacing from the boyfriend that are a tough look. What transpired before the video started? Shushers at the cinema. (34:30-42:57) Potato chips and fruit snacks. An update on the Rams money in the city of St. Louis from the Business Journal. You don't know about ROI then, batch. Aww man, we missed national gift card day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of The Organisational Inclusionist, I sit down with Nadia Bob-Thomas, Head of DEI (Public Sector), for a powerful conversation about the challenges and realities Black women face in professional spaces. Nadia introduces the concept of the 'hidden resume'—the unspoken, often unseen work Black women do to navigate workplace dynamics and progress in their careers. We explore lived experiences, the impact of insufficient allyship, and how proactive mentorship can transform careers and workplaces alike. This episode is real, raw, and necessary. If you care about understanding barriers, supporting Black professionals, and creating truly inclusive spaces, download, like, and share this one. Trust me, you'll leave with insights you didn't know you needed. #theorganisationalinclusionist #hiddenresumes #blackwomen #allyship

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Bob Thomas, COO of the Michigan Chamber of Commerce, discussed strategies for negotiating compensation and benefits in the chamber industry. He emphasized understanding market rates, including private sector comparables, and having transparent conversations with supervisors and boards. Thomas suggested alternatives like performance bonuses, flexible work schedules, and professional development budgets. He advised seasoned professionals to document their impact and align requests with organizational goals. Thomas also stressed the importance of not working for free and considering career changes if alignment with personal goals is lacking.  Full show notes are at: chamberchatpodcast.com/episode307 Please support this podcast by supporting our sponsors. Bringing Local Back bringinglocalback.com Community Matters, Inc. chamberchatpodcast.com/podcast App My Community appmycommunity.com/chamberchat Chamber Nation chambernation.com Swypit chamberchatpodcast.com/cc Izzy West, LLC theizzywest.com  

Guest: Jeff Wilke, former CEO of Amazon Worldwide Consumer and chairman of Re:Build ManufacturingJeff Wilke worked more than 20 years at Amazon, overseeing the million-person team that speedily gets packages from warehouses to doorsteps. In hindsight, he observes that Amazon Prime's exponential growth was actually an incremental daily process.“I used to say things like, ‘If God was running this plant, whoever is your God ... they can't violate physical laws. How well would they do?' And then we know where we are,” Jeff says.“If we're perfect in it, compounding over all this time, we're going to get there. But when you're in the middle of it, it can feel almost impossible.” Chapters:(01:37) - Grit and longevity (02:24) - Flow state (07:29) - Refining mental models (12:29) - The ivory tower and the shop floor (16:49) - Gnarly holidays (20:41) - Identifying grit (24:28) - Reflecting and learning (27:36) - Christmas 2000 (31:06) - The duplicate bug (34:01) - Incremental progress (38:36) - Prime Video (43:05) - Organizing the day (46:42) - Amazon's leaders (49:55) - The Whole Foods acquisition (53:33) - Amazon Fashion (59:54) - The great Kindle battle (01:02:40) - How to work with Jeff Bezos (01:05:11) - Leaving Amazon (01:09:48) - Re:Build Manufacturing (01:14:35) - What “grit” means to Jeff Mentioned in this episode: Peloton, Andy Jassy, Daniel Kahneman, Zoom, Allied Signal, Toyota and the Gemba Walk, MacKenzie Scott, Bob Thomas and Crucibles of Leadership, David Risher, Toys “R” Us, Amazon Prime, Jeff Blackburn, Louis Pasteur, Netflix, Bill Carr, Steve Kessel, Larry Bossidy, Rick Dalzell, West Point, John Mackey, Liesl Wilke, Tony Hsieh, the Met Gala, Anna Wintour, the Pittsburgh Steelers, Tim Tebow, the New York Jets, Shopbob, Gucci, Zara, Cathy Beaudoin, Walmart, Dave Clark, John Doerr, Bill Baumol, and Bing Gordon.Links:Connect with JeffTwitterConnect with JoubinTwitterLinkedInEmail: grit@kleinerperkins.com Learn more about Kleiner PerkinsThis episode was edited by Eric Johnson from LightningPod.fm

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Bob Thomas talks to Mike Boylan of the YouTube channel Mike's Weather Page as Florida prepares for Hurricane Milton to make landfall this week, what he & others are doing for this once-in-a-hundred year storm & more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sign-up for my free 20-day devotional, The Word Before Work Foundations, at http://TWBWFoundations.com--Series: Work in HeavenDevotional: 3 of 5Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord from now on…for their deeds will follow them. (Revelation 14:13)A fortune teller once told Walt Disney that he would die on his birthday before he turned thirty-five. As Disney biographer Bob Thomas explains, “the prediction had a profound effect on him…he seemed to be in a race against time to accomplish all the work he wanted to do.” Can you relate to Walt Disney? Of feeling like time is speeding up and the drumbeat of hurry only seems to be growing louder? I used to feel that burden far more than I do today. What has God used to free me? Biblical truths about work on the New Earth in general and this one in particular: We can expect some continuity between our work now and our work on the New Earth. What kinds of continuity? At least these two. First, there will be some continuity in what we work with as Isaiah 60 promises that some of the best cultural goods from this life will miraculously be resurrected in the next one. The New Earth is not a return to the Stone Age. We can expect the very best work of all time as our starting point. Second, there may be some continuity in our occupations on the New Earth. Revelation 14:13 says, “Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord from now on…for their deeds will follow them.” Pastor John Mark Comer points out that the Greek word for “deeds” here can also mean “occupation.” In other words, you may be working today at the craft God intends for you to develop for his glory for eternity! (If that sounds terrible to you, don't miss next week's devotional.)What should our response be to this promise of continuity between our work now and then? A remarkable lack of hurry today.This has been one of the most profound and surprising benefits of meditating on the promise of work on the New Earth personally. I am far less hurried than I used to be. I am at peace with the fact that I (and you) will die with unfinished symphonies. Because I know that if the things on my to-do list are on God's to-do list, he will either 1) choose someone else to complete that work, 2) complete the work on his own, or 3) bless me with the opportunity to finish the work when I rise from the nap that is death.I pray that as you meditate on these biblical truths, you will experience that same peace and lack of hurry in your own work today!

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Bob Thomas sits in for Hallerin again today. in this first hour he chats with Young Williams Animal Center Executive Director, Janet Testerman about their "Empty the Shelter" event this weekend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bob Thomas is in for Hallerin this week. In the first hour, Knox County Sheriff Tom Spangler joins him.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bob Thomas fills in today. In this 1st hour, he asked an interesting question about Driving thru school zones during the Summer months....and Fast Food inflation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bob Thomas fills in for Hallerin. In this hour, Bob tackles the Great Shopping Cart debate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bob Thomas is in for Hallerin today. Congressman Tim Burchett shared his thoughts on the Trump Trial.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Join hosts Dr. Bob Thomas and Dr. Aimée Thomas on an enthralling exploration of the intricate world of termites in this episode of The Southern Naturalist. Delving into the fascinating natural history of these tiny yet mighty creatures. Yes, they may destroy your house, but after listening to this episode you may gain a newfound appreciation for these often misunderstood insects. We also hear from a termite expert, Timothy Madere! If you enjoyed this episode please leave us a review!!! Follow @SoNatPodcast on Facebook and Instagram! Do you have any more questions about nature? Message us on social media or email us at ⁠⁠⁠sonatpodcast@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠ and we will answer you! Hosts: Dr. Robert Thomas and Dr. Aimée Thomas Produced by Emma Reid Intro Music composition by Hunter Wainwright

WELCOME BACK NATURE LOVERS! It's Dr. Bob and Aimée here and we so excited to announce that we are coming back with a second season of the Southern Naturalist! Catch up on all of season 1 and send us your questions and suggestions on social media or email us at ⁠sonatpodcast@gmail.com⁠ and we will answer you! Please share our episodes with fellow nature lovers and write us a review! Follow @SoNatPodcast on Facebook and Instagram! Hosts: Dr. Bob Thomas and Dr. Aimée Thomas Produced by Emma Reid   Intro Music composition by Hunter Wainwright https://www.instagram.com/sonatpodcast/

Dr. Bill Moredock guest hosts, welcoming his son Greg, corporation counsel of City of Springfield, Police Chief Ken Scarlette and former classmate Bob Thomas, retired Illinois Supreme Court justice and Bears kicker. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the premiere of Past Our Prime, two NFL vets take center stage in the sports world from 50 years ago. Ed White was one of the greatest guards in NFL history, blocking for the likes of Joe Kapp, Fran Tarkenton and Dan Fouts. On the cover of the January 7, 1974 issue of Sports Illustrated were the Vikings who had just beaten the Cowboys to advance to the Super Bowl. We'll talk with Ed about the QB's he protected and the greats like Dick Butkus that we went up against. And in college football, Notre Dame won the National Championship on New Years Eve 1973 on a kick by Bob Thomas. He went on to kick in the NFL for 12 years before becoming a Supreme Court Justice in Illinois. He'll tell us about the kick that won the Irish a title, playing with Walter Payton, and how he got elected to the bench. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Frank Murphy is joined by Mindy Thomas, a board member and past-president of the Nativity Pageant of Knoxville. Learn more at https://www.knoxvillenativity.com/  The 2023 Nativity Pageant performances will be Saturday, December 9 at 3:00 p.m.; Sunday, December 10 at 3:00 p.m.; and Monday, December 11 at 7:00 p.m. at the Knoxville Civic Coliseum. Admission is free. A musical prelude begins about twenty minutes beforehand. The performance begins in total darkness.  This year's pageant will have a children's choir, three soloists, a new actress named Sherleen Mwaura playing Mary, and a new donkey. The cast will be available for photos in the lobby after each performance. A Spanish translation will be available. Andrew Duncan is the music director. This year's soloists are Ginny Herrick, Julie Moss, and Cody Boling.  Kim Simms Thomas and Bob Thomas will be the narrators. Amy Evans returns as the voice of Mary. This year will be Frank's fourth time as the voice of six characters in the pageant. Frank provides the voices for the prophet Isaiah; the archangel Gabriel; a centurion; a shepherd boy; one of the magi; and the evil King Herod.  Frank points out that the Nativity Pageant is not affiliated with any particular church or denomination. Members of all Christian denominations participate in the pageant.  Mindy was a majorette at the University of Tennessee. She owns a twirling school called TriStar Twirl. Frank often sees Mindy and TriStar Twirl in the Christmas parades he announces.  One of Frank's favorite things backstage at the pageant is a spiced hot tea made from iced tea mix, Tang and other spices and flavors.  Support the Frank & Friends Show by purchasing some of our high-quality merchandise at https://frank-friends-show.creator-spring.com  Sign up for a 30-day trial of Audible Premium Plus and get a free premium selection that's yours to keep. Go to http://AudibleTrial.com/FrankAndFriendsShow  Find us online https://www.FrankAndFriendsShow.com/  Please subscribe to our YouTube channel at https://YouTube.com/FrankAndFriendsShow  and hit the bell for notifications.  Find the audio of the show on major podcast apps including Spotify, Apple, Google, iHeart, and Audible.  Thanks!

On this episode we talk about the First Computer Virus, a little fella called Creeper that just creeped from one computer to another on a network in 1971... Plus, we discuss other viruses, virus protection, memetic/viral ideas, and AI... perhaps the ultimate self-driven, self-propagating program that's gonna do more than just creep. Then we dig into the Mouthgarf Report, play some more I See What You Did There, and laugh nervously as we're knowingly observed by our data-collecting overlords-to-be.Have a comment? Maybe you want to be a guest on the show? Email us at debutbuddies@gmail.comListen to Kelly and Chelsea's awesome horror movie podcast, Never Show the Monster.Get some sci-fi from Spaceboy Books.Get down with Michael J. O'Connor's music!Next time: First Festivus / Kelly's First Seinfeld

Gameday is brought to you by Legacy Heating & Air. Tim & Jim talk with former kickers John Carney and Bob Thomas, as well as the former voices of Notre Dame football on the radio, Don Criqui and Allen Pinkett.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode is brought to you by Presario Ventures, a private equity real estate firm based in the booming Austin, Texas, market. To learn how to invest in the future of Texas with Presario Ventures, visit info.presarioventures.com/bestever. In this episode, we delve into the world of commercial real estate investing with Bob Thomas, a seasoned investor with over a decade of experience. Join us as Bob shares valuable insights into his journey across various asset classes, the importance of partnerships, and strategies for navigating the ever-changing real estate market. Key Takeaways: The Power of Partnerships: Bob emphasizes the significance of forming strategic partnerships in real estate investing. Collaborative partnerships allow investors to leverage each other's strengths, pool resources, and pursue larger deals with greater efficiency. Aligning incentives and complementary skill sets within partnerships is essential for success. While Bob excels in capital raising and acquisitions, he acknowledges his weakness in construction project management. Partnering with experts in diverse areas can lead to creative and synergistic outcomes. Thinking Big and Setting Ambitious Goals: Bob draws inspiration from Stephen Schwarzman's book, "What It Takes," highlighting the importance of thinking big in real estate. He believes that if you're going to invest your time and effort, it's best to aim for substantial goals that challenge you. Setting big, hairy, audacious goals (BHAGs) can push investors in the right direction. Bob's goal is to grow his portfolio to a trillion dollars in assets under management, emphasizing that a big vision drives progress and innovation. Educating for Financial Literacy: Bob's commitment to financial education extends beyond real estate investing. He actively engages in financial literacy talks, teaching both investors and school children about creating generational wealth, passive income, and sound financial practices. Recognizing the importance of breaking free from a traditional W-2 mindset, Bob believes that introducing children to alternative paths early in life can help them make informed financial decisions and plan for a prosperous future.   Bob Thomas | Real Estate Background Chief Investment Officer & Co-Founder of Peak Asset Management Portfolio: ~200 units of multifamily ~100k sq ft. of commercial retail/office Based in: Portland, OR Say hi to him at:  peakassetmgt.com LinkedIn Best Ever Book: What It Takes by Stephen Schwarzman Greatest Lesson: Selecting the right partners is the most critical piece to one's success or failure. Click here to learn more about our sponsors: Presario Ventures Rentec Direct

In Episode #16, Joe Raboine is joined by Robert Thomas, President and CEO of the Concrete Masonry and Hardscapes Association, and Kris Kiser, President and CEO of the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute. The group discusses what professionals need to know about the upcoming Hardscape North America and Equip Exposition Shows taking place on October 18-20 in Louisville, Kentucky. For more information, visit Belgard.com/InsideOut.Follow Belgard on Social Media:Instagram - BelgardOutdoorLivingFacebook - Belgard Outdoor LivingYouTube - BelgardHardscapesTwitter - Belgard

Bob Thomas & Landon are joined by 99.1 The Sports Animal's Tyler Ivens to preview Tennessee's game against UTSA, look back on what went wrong a week ago in The Swamp, what he wants to see the Vols do against the Roadrunners & more! #PhilShowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the 171st episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave cap off a busy week with a full recap of the Orlando version of the D23 Expo, this one called Destination D.  Jenn is trying to plan her own trip in between her busy schedule, while Dave has finished Bob Thomas' definitive Walt bio, "Walt Disney: An American Original", and then to remember 9/11, Dave shares the story of Disney World on the morning of Sept 11, 2001 - how the parks reacted, meeting with other parks, and Cast Members funneling all the guests out of the parks. Then, they dive right into the D23 headlines and announcements, including Disneyland's new Avengers addition... Ahsoka coming to Star Tours... the possible confusion of Wish (the movie) and Wish (the ship)... Dave proudly announcing (again) that he predicted the new ship's name... DinoLand going extinct... rumors of Encanto and Indiana Jones... Moana's Journey of Water finally opening and thoughts on how people may get around... new fireworks...  Plus, a discussion of Country Bear Jamboree changes, Jenn's reaction to Tough to Be a Bug going away, and Dave's take on Magic Kingdom's (non) announcements. 

The struggle you're in today is developing the strength you need for tomorrow. - Robert Tew In a world of abundance, we take many things for granted. Our morning coffee is one such example. A morning brew helps many of us win the battle to wake up by winning a neurochemical war. However, there is another battle that takes place using chemical warfare. The battlefield? The dense, green foliage of the coffee plantation. Align to the left Align in the middle Resize to full width Align to the right Add a link to the embedded image Add alt text Delete image No alt text provided for this image Created using AI Like any crop, coffee plants are subject to attack by pests. Many plants and trees have developed fascinating defence mechanisms to protect themselves against such attacks. (Like the stinging nettle to the human touch) When insects nibble on the foliage of coffee plants, they release defence compounds. One of the defence mechanisms of coffee plants is the production of caffeine. Caffeine acts as a natural insecticide, deterring and even poisoning certain insects that attempt to feed on the plant. The caffeine content in coffee leaves and beans is toxic to many insects, making them less attractive to pests and reducing the likelihood of severe infestations. In addition to caffeine, coffee plants release an acid called chlorogenic acid. This acid acts as a natural fungicide and insecticide for the plant. When we drink our cup of coffee, we also drink these compounds. Chlorogenic acid is a powerful antioxidant and helps with weight loss, blood sugar control, and heart disease prevention. However, while protecting coffee plants with pesticides and insecticides might seem beneficial, this prevents the release of chlorogenic acid. Without insect attacks, the plant does not undergo stress or produce beneficial acids. Hormesis is a process whereby a beneficial effect (improved health, stress tolerance, growth or longevity) results from exposure to low doses of a toxin or stressor. Hormesis has been studied extensively with ageing. Researchers found that introducing stressors like intermittent fasting, exercise, and cold shower therapy produces resilience and anti-ageing effects. For example, when an optional cold shower activates a mild fight or flight response, it increases our tolerance for the cold and can guard us against catching a cold. Just as we can build up our tolerance for poisons, we can improve our tolerance for adversity. This coffee narrative is a helpful metaphor that resonates in our lives and business. It's about the essentiality of struggle and how it moulds us, adding depth and substance to our existence. Just as the coffee plant needs the insect's bite to release its acid and liberate its flavour, we must struggle to bring out the best in ourselves. This is the paradoxical advantage of adversity. The Adversity Advantage: Nurturing Resilience In our forthcoming series, with former Executive Director of Research for the Accenture Institute for High Performance, Paul Nunes explains how high-performance companies develop a hothouse of talent. Paul tells us, "Talent hothouses are like agricultural greenhouses". A company needs to start with the right seeds to ensure early success for the vast majority. As those seedlings grow, leaders must find ways to prepare high-potential talent for inevitable challenges ahead. That preparation includes steps to increase their hardiness, so managers must regularly expose employees to unfamiliar ideas and ways of thinking." High-performance businesses create environments—often highly challenging—for employees to acquire the skills and experience needed to climb up the corporate ladder quickly. The goal is partly to create what our Accenture colleague Bob Thomas, in his book on the topic, calls “crucible” experiences. These life-changing events, whether on the job or not, hold lifetime lessons that can be mined to help transform someone into a leader." “You learn ten...

How do two organizations with common members serve the industry better? When does it make sense to merge organizations? How do you ease the transition to a new, unified organization? In this episode of Associations Thrive, host Joanna Pineda interviews Bob Thomas, President & CEO at Concrete Masonry and Hardscapes Association (CMHA). Bob introduces CMHA, talks about his journey to becoming CEO, and then shares what CMHA is doing to thrive. Bob discusses:How Bob was introduced to the association through a research grant that he received while in graduate school.The merger between NCMA and ICPI: why the two organizations decided to merge, when the discussions started, and how the new CMHA has evolved in the last year.How you merge two organizations that have different legacies, cultures, and offerings to members.The new concrete masonry checkoff program, which Bob and NCMA worked on for nearly a decade.The new checkoff program will provide promotion, research and training to benefit the concrete masonry industry and encourage use and innovations.Hardscape North America, the tradeshow for hardscape contractors, dealers, and landscape professionals!The industry's focus on sustainability.References:CMHA websiteConcrete masonry checkoff programConcrete masonry building solutionsHardscapes solutionsHardscape North America tradeshow

Disney Editions has recently released a bunch of books that commemorate the Disney 100 Years of Wonder celebration, reflecting the centennial of The Walt Disney Company. On this episode of Notably Disney, host Brett Nachman offers brief reviews of each of four books that recently debuted: Walt Disney: An American Original (Commemorative Edition) by Bob Thomas; The Official Walt Disney Quote Book by the Staff of the Walt Disney Archives; Art of Coloring: Disney 100 Years of Wonder - 100 Images to Inspire Creativity by the Staff of the Walt Disney Archives; and The Story of Disney: 100 Years of Wonder by Bruce C. Steele, John Baxter, and the Staff of the Walt Disney Archives. Feel free to reach out to Brett via Twitter @bnachmanreports, subscribe to the podcast, and send your feedback to notablydisney@gmail.com New episodes of Notably Disney debut on the first and third Tuesday each month.

We're kicking off a new series called You'll Be Glad You Did, where we'll be leveraging ancient wisdom for modern life. Our friend Bob Thomas joins us this week to talk about parenting. GET CONNECTED + PRAYER New to EDEN? We'd love to pray for you, too! Let us know at https://eden.church/connect LEARN ABOUT EDEN CHURCH EDEN is a startup church in Silicon Valley. Learn more at https://eden.church FIND US ON SOCIAL MEDIA FB: https://www.facebook.com/edenthechurch IG: https://www.instagram.com/edenthechurch/ GIVE TODAY https://eden.church/give

January 27, 1925. Musher “Wild Bill” Shannon and his team of sled dogs race off into the frigid Alaskan night. He's carrying a package of life-saving serum, wrapped in fur to keep it from freezing. There's no time to waste: nearly 700 miles away, in the snowed-in town of Nome, children are dying of diphtheria. Twenty mushers and hundreds of dogs are about to take part in an almost superhuman effort to ferry desperately needed medicine across the howling Alaskan wilderness. Who were they, and what did they endure to reach their goal? And as they pressed on, how did their efforts grip the nation? Special thanks to our guests, Pam Flowers, author of Togo and Leonhard, and Bob Thomas, author of Leonhard Seppala: The Siberian Dog and The Golden Age of Sleddog Racing 1908-1941. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.