Podcasts about Craft

Luke Kolbie and Rob Grant join Reid in celebration of an iconic brand, Russell Moccasin. For over 100 years, The Russell Moccasin Company (russellmoccasin.com) has been making hand-stitched boots and shoes for outdoor enthusiasts, so much so that the Russell Bird Shooter has become a signature part of the upland aesthetic. Luke and Rob explore the brand's history, the celebrated folks that have worn Russell boots, construction and craftsmanship, and what makes a great piece of footwear last generations.

Tonight, Ryan joins us from Pennsylvania to recall the night in 1994 when a circular craft descended above him and two friends on a local golf course. The object hovered only 10 to 15 feet above the fairway with a stationary white centre and an outer ring of rotating coloured lights. While Ryan and his friend Matt watched in fear, their friend Anthony claimed he could see nothing above him. After they ran and the craft vanished.More information on this episode on the podcast website:https://ufochroniclespodcast.com/2026-2/If you enjoy this podcast, please support the show with a virtual coffee:https://ko-fi.com/ufochroniclespodcastFollow and Subscribe on X to get ad-free episodesX: https://x.com/UFOchronpodcast/Want to share your encounter on the show?Email: UFOChronicles@gmail.comOr Fill out Guest Form:https://forms.gle/uGQ8PTVRkcjy4nxS7Podcast Merchandise:https://www.teepublic.com/user/ufo-chronicles-podcastHelp Support UFO CHRONICLES by becoming a Patron:https://patreon.com/UFOChroniclespodcastAll Links for Podcast:https://linktr.ee/UFOChroniclesPodcastThank you for listening!Like share and subscribe it really helps me when people share the show on social media, it means we can reach more people and more witnesses and without your amazing support, it wouldn't be possible.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ufo-chronicles-podcast--3395068/support.

Episode 402 (Rebroadcast of episode 106), our guest is Mike Glover of American Contingency and FieldCraft Survival. Oh, and he's a former Special Forces guy and CIA contractor. But now he's running American Contingency, which is about getting information out to Patriots without Big Tech censorship and to allow us to network. He also talks about the country and where it's going. A must-listen episode. Mike had to go before the After Show, but we have a short one, exclusively for Patreon supporters. Please support our sponsors EMP Shield, Numanna Foods, Backwoods Home Magazine, CATI Armor, and Minutemen Coffee. Learn more about our podcast at Prepping 2-0.com

Throwbacks are where I re-release old episodes from the archives. So don't worry if you have heard it already, as 'New episodes' will continue to come out on Sundays. To get some of the old episodes heard.~~~We start off tonight in the state of Virginia, to hear from Danielle about some of the paranormal things she has experienced, including that of a ghostly apparition of a civil war soldier on her property. Then we go a little south to Georgia to meet Joelle, she too has had plenty of paranormal experiences throughout her life. Witnessed a UFO while night fishing on their boat with seven other passengers in Cape Cod, Massachusetts, which she found scary and awe striking at the same time. She also recently woke up with strange markings on her shoulder, that could have possibly been alien in nature.More information on this episode on the podcast website:https://ufochroniclespodcast.com/ep-260-the-otherside-cape-cod/Want to share your encounter on the show?Email: UFOChronicles@gmail.comOr Fill out Guest Form:https://forms.gle/dPxd35ii1m2ejGgU9All Links for Podcast:https://linktr.ee/UFOChroniclesPodcastPodcast Merchandise:https://www.teepublic.com/user/ufo-chronicles-podcastHelp Support UFO CHRONICLES by becoming a Patron:https://www.patreon.com/UFOChroniclespodcastX: https://x.com/UFOchronpodcastThank you for listening!Like share and subscribe, it really helps me when people share the show on social media, it means we can reach more people, more witnesses. Without your amazing support, all this wouldn't be possible.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ufo-chronicles-podcast--3395068/support.

This week, my wife Mallory joins me for only her second podcast appearance ever to break down everything from The Lab Offline Powered by Circle — our second annual 2-day in-person retreat for Lab members, hosted June 8–9 at Hotel Renegade in Boise, Idaho. Mallory planned essentially everything: seating charts, venue contracts, menus, swag, run of show. She's been at it for roughly 6 months. In this episode, we talk about: The full economics of running a community retreat (we lost $8,300, which is actually an improvement) How we took breakfast from a 4.8 to an 8.1 rating — and what we'd cut to reduce costs next year What ranked #1 for attendees 2 years running, and why trivia (our favorite activity) came in 7th Whether we'll keep doing this in Boise — and what Columbus, Toronto, and doing 2 events per year might look like By the end of this episode, you will have a clear picture of what it actually costs to run a high-quality community event, what's worth paying for, and what we'd do differently. Circle (event sponsor) Hotel Renegade Boise Craft and Commerce Conference The Lab Full transcript and show notes *** TIMESTAMPS (00:00) Cold open: people were moved, tears were shed (00:53) The Lab Offline explained: 2-day member retreat, goals, and agenda (06:44) Initial impressions: a reunion feeling, smoother logistics, zero fires (13:08) Attendee feedback numbers: 9.3/10 overall, 91% returning, 34% said underpriced (18:46) Event economics: $30,459 revenue, $38,800 costs, $8,300 loss (23:05) Top cost drivers: hotel catering, travel, venue rental, dinners (26:52) Planning challenges: acoustics, dietary restrictions, every decision is a trade-off (36:52) What to keep: assigned seating, Kat's Immunity to Change workshop, Fighting Off the Sleepies (42:04) What to improve: more mastermind sessions, less solo writing, better acoustics (47:49) Open question: should the event stay paired with Craft and Commerce? (53:49) The case for Columbus, 2 events per year, and an international option *** RECOMMENDED NEXT EPISODE #260: Detailed Breakdown: Our First Offline Event (And What We'll Do Differently Next Time) *** ASK CREATOR SCIENCE Submit your question here *** WHEN YOU'RE READY

#141Josh sits down with Maddy Shannon, Head of Product Strategy at SpotOn, who has spent her career making independent restaurants more profitable. From a start at Bain, to the business team at The Alinea Group under Nick Kokonas, to the finances at SingleThread Farms in Healdsburg, to a Stanford MBA and now leading SpotOn's reporting, Profit AI, and analytics teams, Maddy sits at the rare intersection of hospitality and product. The conversation keeps circling one idea: great hospitality and great product design solve the same problem. Both anticipate what someone needs before they ask, and both disappear when they work. She calls it the invisibility problem, and it reframes everything from how a point of sale should feel to why diners undervalue what a restaurant gives them.The two dig into what a restaurant meal is really worth, and why pricing a plate off the cost of the prawns misses the wine glass that gets refilled and the person clearing your crumbs. Maddy floats David Nayfeld's idea of billing a meal the way a plumber does, materials, labor, total, so guests see what they are paying for. From there it turns to leadership, where she sets Nick Kokonas's clarity of vision against Kyle Connaughton's prove me right approach at SingleThread, and Josh on unlearning twenty years of knowing every station when he moved into tech. On AI, they land on the line that anchors the back half: data is plentiful, attention is scarce. Both agree the real unlock is not another dashboard but software that tells an operator what to do, the way a doctor diagnoses rather than asking where it hurts. It closes on mastery, the donabe rice pot Maddy treasures, and the tension that restaurant economics rarely leave a chef room to master one thing. Her parting advice: next time you sit down to eat, take a beat, look around, and do not look at the prices so closely.Links and resources

Storytelling has become the most overused word in marketing, and Emma Lieberman thinks that's exactly the problem. In this episode of Content Amplified, Emma, Director of Copy and Content at Impact Networking, argues that storytelling isn't a strategy to optimize, it's a craft, and treating it like a KPI is why so many brand stories fall flat. Drawing on Aristotle's Poetics, Emma breaks down what actually makes something a story (a beginning, a middle, an end, a character who changes) and why most marketing "stories" are really just branding wearing a costume. She walks through three examples that get it right: Grainger's YouTube series of unscripted client interviews, a Volvo ad that never shows the car until the very last second, and Google's classic "Parisian Love" ad told entirely through search bar queries. Emma also shares the one tactical move any marketing team can make tomorrow: start with client stories, since no sales team has ever said no to more of them. If you've ever wondered why your brand's "storytelling" isn't landing, this conversation explains what's actually missing.About EmmaEmma Lieberman didn't start out in marketing. She spent years in Los Angeles working as an actor and comedian, doing stand-up, sketch, and indie film, before the pandemic pushed her to try content writing as a freelancer. She quickly found that the skills she'd built connecting with an audience on stage translated directly to connecting with one in writing, and she moved from freelance work into an in-house role at Impact Networking. She's been promoted several times since and now serves as Director of Copy and Content at Impact Networking.Show NotesConnect with Emma on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emma-lieberman/Text us what you think about this episode!

The multibillion dollar arts and crafts corporation Hobby Lobby has long been steeped in Evangelical Christianity, owned by a family that is extremely influential in conservative politics. Our guest today is investigative journalist Michael Blanding, author of the brand new book The Gospel According to Hobby Lobby: Inside a Billionaire Family's Quest to Craft a Christian Nation. For this episode, Michael tells me about the spiritual history of the family behind Hobby Lobby, their Indiana-Jonesian scandals involving stolen religious relics, the contents of their propagandic bible museum, and the right wing groups and causes they have funneled their riches into. Get a copy of Michael's book ⁠The Gospel According to Hobby Lobby ⁠⁠⁠Become a Patron⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to support our show and get early ad-free episodes and bonus content Or subscribe to American Hysteria on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get some of our new merch at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠americanhysteria.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, all profits go to The Sameer Project, a Palestinian-led mutual aid group who are on the ground in Gaza delivering food and supplies to displaced families. Leave us a message on the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Urban Legends Hotline⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Producer and Editor: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Miranda Zickler⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Associate Producer: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Riley Swedelius-Smith⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Additional editing by ⁠⁠⁠⁠Kaylee Jasperson⁠⁠⁠⁠ Hosted by Chelsey Weber-Smith Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Ivy Slater, host of Her Success Story, chats with her guest, Diane Coburn Bruning. The two talk about the origins of Diane Coburn Bruning's passion for dance, the founding and mission of the Chamber Dance Project, which pairs dancers with live musicians, and the unique challenges of sustaining a performing arts company. In this episode, we discuss: How a passion for both dance and live music inspired the founding of Chamber Dance Project, and its unique approach to performances with live musicians. What it was like to build a dance company in New York and later in Washington, D.C., including the challenges of financial sustainability and artist support. Diane Coburn Bruning recognized the need to create opportunities for dancers and choreographers during traditional company layoffs, leading to the company's founding in 2000. Why live music is essential to an authentic dance experience, and the importance of smaller, more intimate venues for both audiences and performers. What goes into commissioning new works and supporting emerging and established choreographers through the Chamber Dance Project. Why building a company is a marathon, not a sprint, and why patience and persistence are critical for growth in the arts. Diane Coburn Bruning, founder of Chamber Dance Project In 2000, choreographer Diane Coburn Bruning founded Chamber Dance Project, dancers & musicians in New York City guided by a conviction that dance should be performed with live music, that smaller venues afford a more intense experience for viewers and performers alike, and that sharing the creative process engages audiences on a deeper level. In 2013 she moved the company to Washington, D.C. Diane is an award-winning choreographer who has worked with dance, theatre, and opera companies throughout the U.S. and abroad. She has received a Guggenheim Fellowship, two fellowships from the National Endowment for the Arts, two fellowships from the New York Foundation for the Arts, the McKnight National Fellowship, a Dewar's Young Artist Award, fellowships from Sundance Film Institute, Yale University School of Drama, Leopold Schepp Foundation and Virginia Commission on the Arts, and a Strauss Fellowship. She has also received support from Meet the Composer, the Harkness Foundation, New York State Council for the Arts, Heathcote Foundation, David Howard Foundation and The Carlisle Project. Diane has worked with Atlanta Ballet, Pacific Northwest Ballet, Pennsylvania Ballet, Boston Ballet, Juilliard Dance Ensemble, American Repertory Ballet, Milwaukee Ballet, Joffrey II, Nashville Ballet, Aspen Ballet, Ballet Chicago, Ballet Memphis, Daghdha Dance (Ireland), Minnesota Ballet, Chautauqua Ballet, Woolly Mammoth Theatre, and Studio Theatre, among others. Her popular Ramblin' Suite, her collaboration with the Red Clay Ramblers, was commissioned by Atlanta Ballet and performed by Milwaukee Ballet. She has worked on productions with Pittsburgh Opera, Glimmerglass Festival, and four with Washington National Opera at the Kennedy Center. Vogue Television did a feature on her, and Dance magazine named her as one of "25 to Watch." Diane's works appeared in the International Ballet Festival in Colombia, South America, and her major work Boots was premiered near Berlin with Ballett Magdeburg. She has done commercial work for top brands and clients including Nickelodeon, People magazine, Lord and Taylor, and Lladro. She has done theatrical work for Studio Theatre, Woolly Mammoth Theatre, and Shakespeare Theatre Company. At Shakespeare Theatre Company, she worked alongside director Michael Kahn, receiving a Helen Hayes Award nomination for her choreography of the musical Improbable Frequencies. She has been a guest artist at more than 25 conservatory and university dance departments, including several times for Juilliard and Tisch/NYU. She has been a teaching artist for Lincoln Center Institute and New York City Ballet and has served on many grant panels. Diane directed the Craft of Choreography Conference, helped found Pacifica Choreography Project, and has led choreographic workshops throughout the country Graduating with honors from Butler University's Jordan College of Arts, she later received their Alumni Achievement Award. She holds a master's in choreography from NYU and studied composition privately with Bessie Schoenberg and music with Juli Nunlist. Diane studied for a year with renowned designers Jennifer Tipton and Ming Cho Lee on a post-graduate fellowship from Yale University School of Drama.     Website: https://chamberdance.org/   Social Media Links: https://www.facebook.com/ChamberDanceProject/   https://www.instagram.com/chamberdanceproject/      

What makes a story unforgettable? In this episode, Andrew shares what he learned after writing more than 80,000 words for the upcoming Deliverance: Council of the Fallen campaign. From surveying players to rewriting an entire campaign narrative, this conversation dives into the craft of storytelling, worldbuilding, and creating narratives that genuinely engage an audience. Whether you're designing a board game, writing fiction, building a Kickstarter campaign, or simply trying to tell better stories through your marketing, these lessons apply far beyond games. Resources: Must Watch Episodes

This week I'm talking to Richard Dolan about his book 'A History of USOs, Unidentified Submerged Objects: Volume 2: From 1970 to 1989' Unidentified Submerged Objects have long existed on the margins of UAP/UFO research, mentioned in passing, rarely examined in depth, and often set aside in favour of aerial encounters. Yet the historical record tells a different story. Reports of anomalous craft operating within Earth's oceans, lakes, and rivers are widespread, persistent, and in many cases difficult to dismiss. In this second volume of A History of USOs, historian Richard Dolan presents a detailed investigation of global cases from 1970 to 1989, a period marked by a noticeable rise in both the frequency and intensity of encounters. Drawing from military reports, civilian testimony, and archival research, the book assembles a body of evidence that spans continents and political systems, including repeated interactions involving both U.S. and Soviet naval forces. The events themselves are often striking in their specifics. Large objects moving beneath the surface without detectable propulsion. Craft emerging from the water and ascending into the air with controlled acceleration. Close encounters near shorelines, in open ocean, and in inland waterways, sometimes accompanied by equipment disruption, physiological effects, or gaps in perceived time. Many of these incidents involve trained observers operating in environments where misidentification carries consequences. The pattern that emerges is not confined to a single region or era. It appears across decades, across cultures, and across very different observational contexts. During the Cold War years in particular, increased human presence in the oceans, along with advances in sonar, surveillance, and submarine technology, brought more of these encounters into view. Even so, the capabilities described in these cases remain outside any publicly acknowledged technological framework. This volume places those encounters within their historical setting while examining the broader implications of a sustained, largely unacknowledged presence in the world's waters. It considers the possibility that these objects are not random intrusions, but part of an ongoing pattern of activity whose purpose remains unclear. The oceans cover most of this planet. Large portions of them remain unexplored. Whatever operates within them has had ample space to remain out of sight Bio For over twenty years, Richard Dolan has been one of the best known UFO researchers in the world. He is the author of several groundbreaking books in the field, opening up fresh ways of understanding this perplexing subject. His massive two-volume history, UFOs and the National Security State, has permanently altered our understanding of the history of UFOs and the government coverup. He is co-author of the classic book, “A.D. After Disclosure,” which opened up an entire conversation on how UFO Disclosure could actually take place and what that might mean for the world. His book “UFOs for the 21st Century Mind” remains the best single volume to discuss the full range of the UFO subject in all its complexity. His most recent book, “The Alien Agendas,” is another unique contribution to the subject, being one of the few attempts to analyze the beings behind the UFO phenomenon by examining the long history of our encounters with them. Aside from being one of ufology's most engaging writers, Richard has been in front of the camera and microphone for many years, and has spoken to audiences around the world. These days, Richard continues working on book projects while managing an active website, https://richarddolanmembers.com, which features fresh writing, video, and audio content by Richard every week. https://richarddolanmembers.com/ https://www.amazon.com/History-USOs-Unidentified-Submerged-Objects-ebook/dp/B0H1JTZ1GR https://www.pastliveshypnosis.co.uk/https://www.patreon.com/alienufopodcasthttps://simonbown.com/My new book, Aspects of Alien Abduction https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GRRPCT9YZen AI bit.ly/zenAI_bpp_ufo Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Emmy-nominated stunt coordinator and performer Victor Paguia joins No Film School's GG Hawkins to explain how action sequences are designed around character, story, safety, and production realities. Drawing on more than two decades of experience—including his work on I Am Legend, Zombieland, and CBS's FBI—Paguia discusses breaking into the stunt industry, developing distinct fighting styles for characters, creating ambitious television action on an eight-day prep schedule, and using previsualization to make sequences safer and more effective. He also shares practical advice for independent filmmakers staging action with limited time and resources. In this episode, No Film School's GG Hawkins and guest Victor Paguia discuss... How competitive diving prepared Paguia to perform under pressure Crashing the callback that led to his first stunt job on I Am Legend Why effective stunt work must serve the story rather than spectacle Finding the line between exciting action and physically unbelievable action Developing a shared movement language for zombies and other creatures Why fast zombies are more intimidating—and more enjoyable to perform Building action around the established strengths of a character Giving the agents on FBI distinct fighting styles based on personality and physicality Keeping fights, chases, and takedowns fresh across multiple seasons The differences between preparing action for a feature film and a network television series Choreographing and teaching fights to actors while filming on a tight schedule Why filmmakers should slow down instead of rushing on set How stunt doubles help actors learn choreography and improve their performances Using an iPhone to previs camera angles, movement, costumes, and choreography How smaller camera systems have expanded the possibilities for action photography Monitoring multi-camera stunt sequences when playback is unavailable Why micro-budget filmmakers should design action within their actual resources The driving, fighting, falling, and wire-work skills aspiring stunt performers should develop How collaboration between departments creates memorable action Memorable Quotes: “Telling the story of the movie is more important than performing the action.” “Slow is smooth, smooth is fast—and wear sunscreen.” “Stunt doubles aren't just there to perform the action instead of the actor. They're also there to help choreograph and teach and show.” “It's enticing to try to go for bigger than you can actually handle, but it may end up just looking bad or sort of amateur.” Guests: Victor Paguia Resources: Watch Victor Paguia's Zombieland stunt Extraction 2 Director Sam Hargrave's Advice on Oners, Stunts, and Emails Find No Film School everywhere: On the Web: No Film School Facebook: No Film School on Facebook Twitter: No Film School on Twitter YouTube: No Film School on YouTube Instagram: No Film School on Instagram

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July 19, 2026 - Jim Craft - Bible Class by Buford Church of Christ

Jeff Urso slides back into the chair at Duffer's fresh off opening Hatricks in Mundelein right as the insane July heatwave hit. Half the AC working, belts snapping, fresh air intake fighting for its life — and he still got the place dialed in while running the kitchen and learning new wing tricks from his own chef.From bar ownership war stories (400-degree pizza ovens in 2010, ice makers holding up, bodies pumping out more heat than the equipment) the conversation rolls into what's actually happening in Lake Forest right now: the caucus interviewing mayoral hopefuls, the Block the Box fallout still costing the city, Jed Morris recusal drama, and whether anyone can run without splitting the vote.From there it's everywhere: Lake Forest Day parade route changes, the American Legion endowment debate, craft beer dying while big boys and infusions take over, fantasy football drafts on slow nights, Vegas stadium vibes, and why politicians sound different depending on who's in the room.So is the mayoral field already locked in with two caucus candidates?Will Lake Forest Day finally move to the weekend or stay mid-week for the bars?And who's actually paying attention to the charter, the pensions, and the block parties?We document. You decide.

It's smart to avoid giving unsolicited advice. If you receive it, hold  your ground, knowing that you're dedicated to upholding the CRAFT model.  Consider telling the advice-giver to look into CRAFT to understand what  you're doing.The support group that Kayla facilitates is now offered on a sliding scale.(Cost should not be a barrier—please reach out if you're interested)Allies in Recovery's member site is currently "on pause". ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn more here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. During this time, we have taken our entire eLearning program out from behind the paywall—the entire library of learning videos is currently available on our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠youtube channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

Where did modern Freemasonry really begin?For eleven episodes we've explored ancient traditions, medieval guilds, political movements, master builders, and competing origin theories.Now we arrive at the final battlefield of Brother Kenneth R.H. Mackenzie's 12 Origin Theories of Freemasonry.Did Freemasonry begin in 1717?Or is 1717 simply the point where the historical record becomes clear enough for us to follow the Craft with confidence?In this episode we investigate the role of Dr. John Theophilus Desaguliers, the formation of the first Grand Lodge of London, Anderson's Constitutions, and one of the most important distinctions in Masonic history:The difference between the birth of an institution and the beginning of its documentary record.In This Episode• Theory #12 of Mackenzie's 12 Origin Theories• John Theophilus Desaguliers• The Grand Lodge of London (1717)• The Goose and Gridiron Alehouse• Anderson's Constitutions (1723)• Why organization is different from invention• Documentary evidence vs. tradition• The conclusion of Campaign OneBattlefield QuestionDid Desaguliers create modern Freemasonry......or did he help organize something that had already been developing for generations?Continue the InvestigationRoyal Masonic Cyclopaedia (1877)https://archive.org/details/royalmasoniccycl00mackAnderson's Constitutions (1723)https://archive.org/details/constitutionsoff00andeThe Regius Manuscripthttps://www.sacred-texts.com/mas/regius.htmThe Cooke Manuscripthttps://www.sacred-texts.com/mas/cooke.htmInternet Archivehttps://archive.orgSacred Textshttps://www.sacred-texts.comCampaign One CompleteWe've completed Brother Kenneth Mackenzie's twelve origin theories.Next, the Origin War enters a new phase as we examine the Ten Origin Theories presented before Ars Quatuor Coronatorum in 2000.The investigation continues.Strengthening the Craft... one degree at a time.

Part two of our "bring a poem you love" experiment picks up where we left off, finishing out Joe Barca's pick, James Wright's "A Blessing" (yes, THAT ending). Then Dick Westheimer digs into the dirt with Ada Limón's "The Burying Beetle," and we close out with Billy Collins' "The Art of Drowning." Craft talk, scansion, and a few strong opinions!At the Table: Katie Dozier, Timothy Green, Dick Westheimer, Joe Barca & Brian O'Sullivan.

Ben Hutchens, Rob Gray, and Jake Brend discuss the similarities and differences between Tre Singleton and Joshua Jefferson and the importance of Singleton becoming his own player. Plus, the guys break down the non-conference basketball schedule, Kyle Konrardy's importance, and relive the infamous Aaron Craft shot. Presented by Kelderman Manufacturing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by MW Bro Walter MacDougal, PGM – ME, and is brought to us by MW Bro Jeffry Simonton, GM – ME. The question arises: why do men come to our west gate, become Masons, and never return? How does the Craft welcome and include new members so this doesn’t happen? Watchman, what of the night? Enjoy, and do share this and all of these Podcast episodes with your brothers and your Lodge.

In this episode of the PR Pace Podcast, guest host Kate Laursen, Senior Director at Pace Public Relations, sits down with two leaders at the intersection of media, climate, and communications: Dillon Thomas, multi-Emmy Award-winning reporter for CBS Colorado (CBS Denver), and Melanie Kelly, Vice President of Marketing and Client Partnerships at Pivot Energy.First, Dillon shares how he approaches storytelling as a local TV journalist—from breaking news and presidential interviews to an Emmy-nominated segment on a Colorado agrivoltaics project featuring sheep grazing under solar panels. He explains what makes a pitch stand out, why strong visuals and “real people” matter, and how local journalism delivers the accountability and community-focused reporting national outlets often miss.See Dillon's piece here: https://www.cbsnews.com/video/sheep-some-lamb-scaping-solar-panel-farms-nearly-eliminating-mowing/Then, Melanie joins Kate to explore how renewable energy companies and sustainability-focused brands can communicate more effectively in a polarized environment. She breaks down shifting consumer sentiment, why today's audiences demand evidence-based impact (not vague green claims), and how Pivot Energy frames solar around American energy, local economic benefits, and community partnerships—including agrivoltaics and donations to local nonprofits.Whether you're a PR professional, marketer, journalist, or climate communicator, you'll learn how to:Craft climate and clean energy stories that resonate across the political spectrumBuild authentic relationships with reporters and newsroomsUse PR and broadcast coverage to prove your company's impactTailor messaging for local communities, landowners, and corporate buyersTune in for practical insights on renewable energy storytelling, climate communications, and making your message break through.

Yes it's a place where you can get your normal tamale sandwich, sausage covered in beef and the always perfect Maxwell St Polish with onions and mustard mmmm yummy. On today's show I have way too easy of a game for Tony, who I forget has that brain that memorizes entire paragraphs. Great. Also we start thinking of ways to switch up the pizza group - but we'll never, ever change the drop. Post in our discord if you have ideas of psychotic facebook groups where 90 year old racists are posting about food. Alright well, enjoy the show and enjoy the beef hole. Good bye. ★ Support this podcast ★

326 / How do you build a writing career while juggling multiple passions, a day job, and changing marketing strategies? Lars Headbore shares his one-book-a-year strategy as a historical fiction author and how he connects with readers at in-person events. ✨ This week's sponsor is Bookfunnel: https://bookfunnel.comStarting a writing career later in lifeDefining success beyond sales numbersThe power and limitations of in-person book sellingNavigating major shifts in social media and advertisingCreating unique reader subscriptions and resources for educators

Episode 509 takes us to the heart of Latvia to meet Dace and Māris Plūme, the husband-and-wife team behind Mr. Plūme, an award-winning orchard cidery known for both still and naturally sparkling ciders. Their journey began with a chance taste of homemade cider that inspired Māris to train in Normandy and Austria before returning home to help shape Latvia's growing fine cider movement. Along the way, they explain why still cider deserves a place alongside sparkling cider, how heirloom apples define their work, the role of wild fermentation, and why patience is one of a cider maker's greatest tools. Ria also shares the latest News from Out and About Ciderville, including updates on CiderCon 2027, eCiderNews, GLINTCAP, orchards around the world, and this fall's French Cider Tour. Ciders tasted: • Semi-Sweet Still Cider • Pearadise Pet-Nat Timestamps Timestamps - 00:00 – Still Cider Origins - 00:23 – Welcome to Cider Chat - 02:31 – Ciderville News Update - 05:42 – Orchards Around the World - 08:48 – Fires and Normandy - 10:54 – Meet Mr. Plūme - 11:55 – Latvia and Location - 13:17 – Māris' Cider Journey - 15:34 – Latvian Traditions - 17:24 – Heirloom Apple Abundance - 19:29 – Orchard and Grafting - 22:20 – Learning the Craft - 25:52 – Life as a Married Cidermaking Team - 28:01 – A Microcidery Philosophy - 29:35 – Tours and Education - 30:59 – Bottle Sizes and Sales - 31:52 – Small Bottles and Hops - 32:44 – Wild Fermentation - 33:27 – The Story Behind Their Still Cider - 34:44 – Reading Latvian Labels - 35:35 – A Latvian Toast - 35:52 – Tasting the Still Cider - 36:58 – Why Still Cider Matters - 39:33 – Awards and Philosophy - 41:44 – Yeast and Apple Blends - 43:20 – The Baltic Cider Scene - 47:35 – Stopping Fermentation Naturally - 48:56 – Aging and Storage Challenges - 52:23 – Pouring Pearadise Pet-Nat - 54:40 – Flavor Notes and No Sulfites - 59:11 – Where to Find Mr. Plūme - 1:00:40 – Thanks and Sign Off - 1:02:42 – Closing Outro: We Like Cider Round

Revisiting a previous episode from May 2025!In Episode 160 of Torn: Finding a Mom-Life Balance, Athena and Mims return for the second installment of their summer planning series, equipping the Torn Tribe with a practical and heartfelt Summer Toolkit designed to support families in three core areas: Supplies, Sanity, and Structure.

As part of the Grandma's Silver conversation series surrounding American Craftsmanship with Colonial Williamsburg's Craft & Forge brand, this conversation explores the journey of American cotton with Red Land Cotton, particularly what it means to preserve domestic textile manufacturing. Anna Brakefield, co-founder, shares how a visit to Colonial Williamsburg inspired a collaboration with Craft & Forge, translating historic textile patterns into a collection designed for modern homes.Along the way, learn why everyday household linens were once heirlooms, what has been lost as textile production moved overseas, and why craftsmanship, stewardship, and quality still matter in everyday objects.In this episode:The story behind Red Land Cotton and its family farm in AlabamaThe journey from seed to sheetWhy American textile manufacturing mattersHistoric linens and heirloom beddingThe collaboration with Colonial Williamsburg's Craft & ForgeThe relationship between craftsmanship and preservationResources:Visit Red Land Cotton's website here.Follow along on Instagram and/or Facebook.Read about the collaboration and shop.If you enjoy Grandma's Silver, follow the podcast and share this episode with a friend who loves heritage, design, and timeless living.

Send us Fan MailWe sit down with Greg from Hayner Distilling to trace a 150-year Ohio whiskey legacy from 1866 through Prohibition to a modern revival built on blending, transparency, and great barrels. We also dig into what makes a memorable tasting-room experience and why limited releases and community events can pull people off the shelf and into the story. • Hayner Distilling history from 1866 to Prohibition to a 2020 relaunch • Rebuilding the brand by reverse-engineering a 1904 bottle sample • Why Hayner uses Bardstown Bourbon Company for contract distilling • Blending philosophy vs single barrels, chasing complexity over “smooth” • Rye and bourbon combinations that win blind tastings • Barrel proof experience with fill-your-own bottles from the barrel • Expansion plans for a larger 1910s to 1920s themed space • Troy, Ohio stops to pair with a distillery trip • Craft whiskey marketing realities, crowded shelves, and earning the second bottle • Event talk: Bourbon and Cigars at Mother Stewart's plus an exclusive Hayner bottle www.scotchybourbonboys.com for all things Scotchy Bourbon Boys. And then also we're on Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, X make sure, and then also Apple iHeart and Spotify, whether you listen to us or you watch us, make sure that you leave us good feedback. Become a member on YouTube or even on Facebook. But either way, also if you're on Apple, please leave us a good review. Five-star reviews are great, they get us better algorithm and searches. And then remember, good bourbon equals good times and good friends. Make sure you drink responsibly, don't drink and drive, and be like us. Live your life uncut and unfiltered. And AI is going to take us out. A forgotten Ohio whiskey giant is back and it's not pretending the old world never changed. We're joined by Greg from Hayner Distilling in Troy, Ohio to unpack how a brand founded in 1866 became the largest distiller in the state, shut down with Prohibition, and then re-emerged in 2020 with a very modern playbook: transparency, barrel selection, and serious whiskey blending.We get into the nuts and bolts of the revival, including how Hayner took a 1904 bottle sample to Bardstown Bourbon Company to help reverse-engineer an original-style mash bill, then built today's lineup while their own barrels come of age. If you care about craft whiskey, sourced bourbon done right, MGP rye, and what separates a smart blend from a random mix, you'll love the way Greg talks about complexity, mouthfeel, and why blends often beat single barrels in blind tastings.Then we shift from liquid to experience. We talk distillery visits, Hayner's barrel proof “fill-your-own” setup, and the big expansion into a larger 1910s to 1920s themed tasting space with a whiskey thieving room and a dedicated history area. We also preview the Bourbon and Cigars event at Mother Stewart's and the exclusive Hayner bottle tied to it, plus why limited releases and community-driven events still matter in a crowded bourbon market.If you're into Ohio bourbon, American whiskey history, and the future of blending culture, hit play. Subscribe, share this with a whiskey friend, and leave us a five-star review so more people can find the show. If You Have Gohsts voice over Whiskey ThiefSupport the showhttps://www.scotchybourbonboys.comThe Scotchy bourbon Boys are #3 in Feedspots Top 60 whiskey podcasts in the world    https://podcast.feedspot.com/whiskey_podcasts/

In Episode 674 of the New Media Show, Podcast Hall of Fame Host Rob Greenlee welcomes Rox Codes, CEO and co-founder of Flightcast.com.  For a deep conversation about video-first podcasting, YouTube growth, AI-powered analytics, creator tools, and where podcast publishing is heading next. Rox Codes has spent years building tools for creators, including YouTube optimization, thumbnail and title creation, A/B testing, and creator growth systems. Flightcast was co-founded with Steven Bartlett of The Diary of a CEO. Rox is building a platform centered on a core shift in the market: serious shows are no longer just audio-first with a bonus video version. Many of the fastest-moving creators now think about YouTube first, then audio, clips, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, newsletters, social platforms, and every other surface where the audience may discover the show. Has video-first podcasting fully arrived, and is it now equal to audio, or is it becoming even more important for growth? Rox explains that Flightcast came from a very different starting point than traditional podcast hosting. Instead of beginning with RSS, downloads, and audio workflow, the platform was built from a YouTube creator mindset.  YouTube has long been the clearest growth platform for creators because it combines publishing, discovery, audience development, monetization, and measurable performance into a single system. Podcasting, by contrast, has often separated those pieces across hosting platforms, apps, ad systems, analytics dashboards, and RSS-based distribution. The episode explores why this matters now. A modern show can become a long-form YouTube episode, an audio podcast, Spotify video, Apple video, short-form clips, newsletter content, social posts, community discussion, and brand inventory. Rox describes podcasts as a powerful format because a single strong two-hour conversation can yield many different media assets across multiple platforms. That creates opportunity, but it also creates complexity. They discuss Apple's HLS video support, Spotify video, YouTube, RSS, 4K video, thumbnails in feeds, Netflix, Roku, FAST channels, Prime Video, and the growing need for creators to publish into more places without needing to understand every technical layer underneath. Rox argues that creators should not have to care about acronyms like HLS, VAST, RSS, or 301 redirects unless the technology directly affects their business. The software should handle the complexity so creators can focus on the show, the audience, and the growth strategy. A major theme of the episode is that video success is not just about uploading an MP4 file. Rox makes a strong case that the real shift is in mindset. On YouTube, titles, thumbnails, intros, pacing, retention, curiosity gaps, promise, progress, payoff, packaging, and audience behavior all matter. Podcasting has historically treated episode art and titles as secondary. YouTube treats them as the front door to the content. Rob and Rox spend significant time on thumbnails and titles, including why creators need to understand the psychology behind a click without reducing the work to empty clickbait. Rox explains that a thumbnail should create a question the viewer wants answered, while the episode itself must deliver enough value to earn attention and retention. The best creators do not copy blindly. They study what works, understand why it works, and apply that structure in their own voice, to their audience, and through their creative point of view. The conversation also moves into AI. Rox does not describe Flightcast as an AI-first platform, but AI is an important layer inside the system. He sees major value in AI analytics, back-catalog analysis, clip testing, title suggestions, descriptions, chapters, transcripts, and pattern recognition. His larger ambition is to bake more of the YouTube strategist and producer mindset directly into the software so creators can see what is working, what is not working, and where new growth opportunities may exist. Rob and Rox also discuss monetization. As video moves deeper into podcast platforms, host-read ads, dynamic ad insertion, video ad formats, brand partnerships, affiliate models, and creator-controlled advertising may begin to converge. Rox explains Flightcast's ability to support programmatic, dynamic sponsorships and bring-your-own-programmatic monetization, while keeping the platform focused on growth and creator support rather than solely on ad sales. The episode closes with a look at the future of podcast hosting itself. Rox argues that basic hosting has become a commodity. The next layer is growth, analytics, experimentation, distribution, monetization support, and creator intelligence. In a world where AI can make software easier to build and copy, the real advantage may come from insight, speed, taste, data interpretation, and the ability to help serious creators make better decisions faster. For creators, publishers, networks, and podcast platforms, Episode 674 is a clear look at the next stage of podcasting: video-first, data-aware, AI-supported, YouTube-influenced, and increasingly built around shows that can travel everywhere. Chapter Topic Time Stamp Markers: 00:00 Welcome to The New Media Show Episode 674 00:19 Has video-first podcasting arrived? 01:21 Introducing Rox Codes and Flightcast 02:32 Building tools for YouTubers before podcasting 03:18 Why podcast hosting needed a YouTube-first mindset 04:13 Building the Flightcast playbook around video-first shows 05:31 Bringing the Diary of a CEO playbook into software 06:54 Can a platform support data-driven production? 08:27 AI, automation, and the future of show creation 09:13 LLMs and AI tools in creator workflows 10:23 AI as a podcast data consultant 11:19 Publishing, analytics, and experimentation 13:41 Could Flightcast become a creator operating system? 14:17 Podcasts as long-form source material for every platform 16:39 Is YouTube success the strongest growth signal? 17:19 Growth, retention, and why YouTube has the advantage 19:44 Going from YouTube to audio vs audio to video 20:49 Who Flightcast is built for 21:28 Apple HLS, Spotify video, and platform complexity 22:21 Can Apple or Spotify compete with YouTube video? 23:43 Video as human connection 24:24 Apple Podcasts video and the return of native video distribution 25:51 Netflix, podcasts, and low-cost creator TV 27:22 Why creator video can work across phone, laptop, car, and TV 28:20 Apple TV, 4K, and the quality question 29:16 Why creators should not need to understand HLS or RSS 31:55 The podcast industry still has too much technical friction 33:46 Alternate enclosure, iHeart, HLS, and RSS thumbnails 34:27 Why episode artwork and thumbnails now matter more 35:10 The thumbnail and title are the packaging 37:14 AI thumbnail scoring and creative judgment 38:08 Thumbnail psychology and curiosity gaps 38:52 Retention editing, strong intros, and promise-progress-payoff 40:10 Why better videos can multiply results 41:19 The real workload behind YouTube-quality video 42:37 Legacy media skills vs YouTube creator skills 44:50 Faster testing cycles changed creator media 45:32 Why video can be ten times harder when done right 45:53 How AI can bake strategy into software 47:00 Where Flightcast differs from early-stage creator tools 47:32 YouTube algorithm changes and podcaster anxiety 49:19 HLS, video ads, and creator-controlled ad insertion 50:22 Dynamic ads across YouTube and podcast platforms 51:33 Platform trust and monetization value 52:01 YouTube brand connections and affiliate models 53:18 Right brand, right creator, right price 54:35 360 campaigns, affiliates, and creator investments 57:17 Organic product mentions and brand relationships 58:14 What podcast hosting becomes next 58:46 Hosting as a commodity and growth as the real business 59:37 APIs, AI coding, and software moats 1:00:30 Where is the moat in creator software? 1:01:07 Staying ahead through insight and experimentation 1:03:32 Advanced analytics as the future advantage 1:04:41 Every creator has a different data pattern 1:05:14 MrBeastification, AI, and creator sameness 1:06:10 Outlier analysis and creative inspiration 1:07:15 Why outlier theory works when used correctly 1:08:44 Packaging the topic before recording 1:09:32 Does this conflict with podcasting culture? 1:11:01 Why data-driven formats do not have to kill creativity 1:12:23 Ryan Trahan and creative twists on proven formats 1:14:17 Packaging as the price of audience attention 1:15:04 Craft, creativity, and changing the playbook 1:16:51 Podcasting's radio roots and YouTube's different rules 1:17:27 Flightcast demo: stop guessing what content works 1:18:00 Publishing video everywhere with unified analytics 1:18:51 Measurement standards and the 30-second vs 60-second debate 1:20:21 AI analytics, clips, and test channels 1:21:35 YouTube API limits and thumbnail A/B testing 1:22:51 Flightcast monetization and bring-your-own programmatic 1:23:55 Transcripts, AI titles, descriptions, and chapters 1:24:21 Flightcast pricing and plans 1:25:41 HLS across all plans and video storage differences 1:26:32 Future pricing credits for more clips 1:26:48 Closing thoughts and where to find the episode Guest Links: Rox Codes, CEO and Co-Founder, Flightcast Flightcast: https://flightcast.com Rox Codes Website: https://roxcodes.com Rox Codes on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roxcodes Rox Codes on X: https://x.com/RoxCodes Rox Codes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChg53qPBdY1FF8gjOlB9zkg Rob Greenlee and New Media Show Links Rob Greenlee Website: https://robgreenlee.com New Media Show: https://newmediashow.com New Media Show Audio on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/new-media-show-audio/id392545649 New Media Show on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@TheNewMediaShow Rob Greenlee on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@RobGreenlee Podcast Hall of Fame: https://podcasthall.com Personal / AI Disclosure Note: I used AI tools to help organize and edit this episode description and generate show notes from the episode transcript. The views, clarifications, responsibility, and industry perspective are mine and my guest's. This article reflects my editorial direction and the substance of the conversation.The post Video-First Podcasting Has Arrived | Rox Codes, Flightcast #674 first appeared on New Media Show.

In this solo episode, Travis Chappell continues his series highlighting the biggest lessons from hundreds of conversations with world-class entrepreneurs, athletes, authors, and high performers. This time, he explores one of the most consistent themes that emerged from analyzing over 100 guest interviews: your environment shapes your future. Drawing on stories from Scott Harrison, Jack Carr, Dane Cook, and Booker T. Washington, Travis explains why changing your surroundings is often more effective than relying on willpower—and how designing your environment can dramatically accelerate personal and professional growth. On this episode we talk about: Why your environment matters more than motivation or willpower How successful people use environmental changes to transform their lives The science behind habit formation and context-dependent behavior Practical ways to redesign your surroundings for better habits and greater success Lessons from Scott Harrison, Jack Carr, Dane Cook, and Booker T. Washington on reinvention Top 3 Takeaways Your environment is often stronger than your willpower. Instead of relying on discipline alone, design your surroundings to make good habits easier and bad habits harder. Major life changes often begin with changing your "container." Whether it's moving cities, changing friend groups, or altering your daily inputs, a new environment helps create a new identity. Small environmental tweaks create lasting habits. From placing running shoes by your bed to removing unhealthy foods from your home, reducing friction is one of the fastest paths to consistent behavior. Notable Quotes "Environment is destiny." "You ultimately have control over the version of yourself you're going to become because you're the one who controls your environment." "Why make it harder on yourself? Craft an environment that makes becoming the person you want to be easier." Connect with Travis Chappell: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travischappell LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/travischappell Other: https://travischappell.com A Word from Our Sponsors: - Visit DrinkAG1.com/TMM to get a free AG1 Travel Case with 7 free AG1Travel Packs in your Welcome Kit with your first AG1 subscription order while supplies last.  - Go to Leesa.com for 25% OFF select mattresses (through July 26, 2026) PLUS get an extra $50 off with promo code TMM, exclusive for my listeners  - To learn more about Mode Mobile and its investor community, go to https://invest.modemobile.com/travismakesmoney -Travis Makes Money is made possible by High Level – the All-In-One Sales & Marketing Platform built for agencies, by an agency.Capture leads, nurture them, and close more deals—all from one powerful platform.Get an extended free trial at gohighlevel.com/travis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to Bean to Barstool's Media Relations for Craft Chocolate Makers series!I've been a full time food and beverage journalist for about a decade now, and my wife and business partner, Melinda Guerra, has been a freelance PR professional helping brands tell their stories and connect with media for even longer than that, and in this series, we'll be sharing what we've learned over our careers to help craft chocolate companies of any size identify their stories, communicate them to media members and outlets, gain new customers, and keep the ones you have curious.In part 3 today, David and Melinda talk about building a media list. They talk about understanding different types of media, making a list of media you might want to reach out to, the information you need for prospective contacts, how to find contact info, how to initiate communication, and more. Media Relations for Craft Chocolate Makers series:Podcast EpisodesWhy You Need a Media PlanIdentify Your Company's Stories How to Build and Manage a Media List (you're listening to it!)How to Write and Send a Press ReleaseHow to Maintain Media Relationships and Communicate New StoriesHow to Get Started, and Common PitfallsBlog PostsWhy You Need a Media PlanHow to Identify Your StoriesHow to Build and Manage a Media ListHow to Write and Send a Press ReleaseHow to Maintain Media Relationships and Communicate New StoriesHow to Get Started, and Common Pitfalls Check out David's book Pairing Beer & Chocolate: A Guide to Bringing the Flavors of Craft Beer and Craft Chocolate Together.Follow Bean to Barstool on social media!InstagramFacebookPinterestSign up for host David Nilsen's beer newsletter for regular beer musings, and the Bean to Barstool newsletter for pairings, collaborations, and maker profiles.

It's ratings day and JB and Billy are up and about. Billy has a very comprehensive All Sports Report - including some drama coming out of Senegal. Former Socceroo Tommy Oar calls in to review Australia's World Cup performance, and he gives his predictions on who will win the semi-finals this week. Topics Brownless asks about when you've lost something - which leads to an epic call from a guy named Roger. The Twinnies are back in the news, and Billy uses it as a chance to talk to his twin Cedric, then JB shares a story about when he got caught in the wrong toilet. AFL playing and coaching legend Kevin Sheedy is in studio, as Billy goes one-on-one with some very hard hitting questions. Finally, Billy has a joke that was almost as long as old mate Roger's story to close the show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How Anasazi Stone & Tile Built One of Southern Utah's Most Trusted Businesses | The Samantha Parker ShowOn this episode of The Samantha Parker Show, Samantha Parker sits down with Adam and Ashlee, owners of Anasazi Stone & Tile in St. George, Utah, to share the incredible story behind one of Southern Utah's leading flooring, tile, and design businesses.From purchasing the company during COVID with an SBA loan to overcoming betrayal, rebuilding customer trust, and launching multiple successful businesses, this conversation is packed with real entrepreneurship, business strategy, and lessons for anyone building a company in Southern Utah.Adam and Ashlee share how they transformed Anasazi Stone & Tile into a trusted destination for homeowners, builders, designers, and contractors throughout St. George, Washington County, and Southern Utah.They also discuss how creating Mach 1 Logistics dramatically reduced shipping costs, allowing them to control their supply chain while opening new business opportunities. Beyond flooring, they dive into launching Desert Edge Golf, Third Avenue Design, and their newest venture, Mach 1 Energy.Whether you're an entrepreneur, business owner, contractor, designer, or simply love hearing local success stories, this episode offers practical insights into leadership, resilience, calculated risk, and building businesses that last.In this episode we discuss:Buying Anasazi Stone & Tile during COVIDUsing an SBA 7(a) loan to purchase a businessEntrepreneurship in St. George, UtahBuilding trust in the Southern Utah construction industryRecovering after losing hundreds of thousands of dollarsStarting Mach 1 Logistics and reducing freight costsRunning multiple businesses simultaneouslyDesert Edge Golf simulator installationsThird Avenue furniture and interior designLaunching Mach 1 EnergyBusiness growth and expansion in Southern UtahTile design, natural stone, and luxury home projectsLeadership, hustle, family business, and entrepreneurshipIf you're looking for inspiration from successful Southern Utah entrepreneurs, subscribe to The Samantha Parker Show for conversations with local business owners, creators, community leaders, and innovators making an impact across St. George and beyond.Chapters00:00 Welcome to The Samantha Parker Show00:30 Meet the Owners of Anasazi Stone & Tile00:42 Inside Southern Utah's Premier Tile & Flooring Business01:56 Buying the Business During COVID04:15 Funding the Purchase with an SBA Loan05:06 Rebuilding Customer Trust07:02 Relationships in the Construction Industry08:18 Lessons Learned Through Hardship09:21 Entrepreneurship and Work-Life Balance11:42 Business Events and Community Connections15:43 Expanding Beyond One Business16:00 How Mach 1 Logistics Was Born19:17 The Truth About Shipping Tile Online21:08 Desert Edge Golf Simulators22:23 Third Avenue Design & Furniture24:38 Launching Mach 1 Energy25:30 Brand Building Lessons26:41 Their First Product Photoshoot26:57 Breaking Bad Inspired Commercial28:08 Energy Drink Launch Strategy29:15 Flavors, Caffeine & Product Development31:17 Military Mission and Aviation Inspiration32:40 Aviation and Entrepreneurial Passion34:21 Future Plans for Anasazi Stone & Tile35:56 Favorite Southern Utah Tile Projects39:03 Behind the Craft of Premium Tile43:20 Handmade & Reclaimed Tile Stories47:14 Final Advice for EntrepreneursAnasazi Stone & TileVisit Anasazi's Website:Follow Anasazi on Instagram:Want to Work with The Samantha Parker for Content Management  CLICK HEREFollow me on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@samanthaparkershowYouTube https://www.youtube.com/@thesamanthaparkerInstagram https://www.instagram.com/thesamanthaparker/

The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson joins us to discuss Trump’s bad math for getting the SAVE Act passed after Lindsey Graham’s death.Author Michael Blanding joins us to talk about his new book, The Gospel According to Hobby Lobby: Inside a Billionaire Family’s Quest to Craft a Christian Nation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode # 309 of the Pool Nation Podcast - What does a true partnership between manufacturers and pool professionals actually look like? In this episode of the Pool Nation Podcast, Edgar De Jesus, John "JJ Flawless," and Zac "The Pool Boy" Nicholas sit down with Todd Pieri of AquaStar Pool Products for one of the most honest conversations we've had about the future of the swimming pool industry. From pricing strategies and manufacturer transparency to product innovation, warranties, and building trust with pool professionals, this episode dives into the issues that affect every builder, service company, retailer, and distributor. Todd explains why AquaStar believes consistency matters more than promotions, why they reduced prices on multiple products in 2026 instead of raising them, and how listening to pool pros has driven some of their biggest product innovations. The team also tackles one of the industry's hottest topics—constant manufacturer price increases—and discusses how those decisions impact builders, service companies, homeowners, and the long-term health of the pool industry. If you're serious about growing your business, protecting your profits, and staying ahead of where our industry is headed, this is an episode you don't want to miss. In This Episode You'll Learn: • Why consistency builds stronger partnerships than rebates and promotions • AquaStar's philosophy on transparent pricing • Why AquaStar lowered prices on multiple products • How pool professionals directly influence new product development • The real cost of warranty programs—and a different way to handle them • How innovation can make service companies more profitable • Why "Run Your Freaking Pump" is more than just a slogan • What manufacturers can do to better support pool professionals • The future vision for AquaStar and the swimming pool industry Episode Timestamps 00:00 – Welcome to the Pool Nation Podcast 02:00 – Meet Todd Pieri from AquaStar Pool Products 10:00 – The AquaStar story: From startup to industry leader 14:00 – What real manufacturer partnerships should look like 18:00 – How pool pros inspire AquaStar product innovation 24:00 – The truth about pricing, inflation, and manufacturers 34:00 – Why AquaStar reduced prices instead of increasing them 41:00 – Why rebates don't always benefit pool professionals 50:00 – Net pricing vs. rebate programs explained 57:00 – Warranty philosophy and improving products through feedback 1:07:00 – AquaStar's vision for becoming the "Pros' Pro Brand" 1:16:00 – The "Run Your Freaking Pump" movement 1:18:00 – Final thoughts and closing Special Thanks To Our Visionary Partners A huge thank you to our incredible Visionary Partners for helping us continue to educate, inspire, and elevate the swimming pool industry: • The SPPA • BluRay XL • AquaStar Pool Products • Natural Chemistry • Raypak • Heritage Pool Supply Group • Hayward Pool Products • EnCore Brands • Poolside Tech – The Attendant • Pool Brain • Nidec / U.S. Motors • OnCore Filtration Your support allows us to continue providing free education and resources to thousands of pool professionals around the world. Subscribe & Connect If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another pool professional. For more education, events, certifications, and business training, visit Pool Nation and become part of the fastest-growing community in the swimming pool industry. Master the Business. Perfect the Craft.

How do you write characters that leap off the page—and keep readers hooked for 40 years? New York Times bestselling author Jayne Ann Krentz joins The Fantasy Writers' Toolshed for a career-spanning masterclass in writing romance, suspense, and gothic fiction.With over 200 books published under three names—Jayne Ann Krentz, Amanda Quick, and Jayne Castle—and more than 30 million copies in print, Jayne reveals the "core story" approach behind her extraordinary longevity, and the single best piece of advice she'd give any writer.We dig into character creation, worldbuilding readers can't resist returning to (yes, we talk dust bunnies—Harmony fans, you know), and the mechanics of romantic suspense, where every twist in the romance drives a twist in the suspense, and vice versa. Jayne also breaks down what defines gothic fiction, how publishing has transformed across her career, and where the industry is heading next.Plus: her brand-new novel Enter the Nightmare (written as Jayne Castle), the latest in the Harmony series—out now.In this episode: the core story method • creating unforgettable characters • worldbuilding • how to write romantic suspense • writing gothic novels • the future of publishing • advice for new and aspiring writers

"We have a trove of treasure. These are the case studies, and we need the case studies - these are the flora and fauna of our field. This is how we work. We work by reading case studies and they enrich us. Not only do they enrich the community, but they also enrich us as therapists who write their case studies, and they get to be involved in deeper layers of the actual case study. When we write a case study we are in a better position to understand the patient, and we are in a better position to convey that knowledge to the psychoanalytic community. But as you said, it's a big challenge. Psychodynamic case studies belong to the genre of creative nonfiction. They are like memoirs, biographies, all are based on truth and imagination. This dual form of truth, what actually happened and imagination, is very important to our genre. But we are different from those who write memoirs or biographies, because we have responsibility to our patients and to our community."  Episode Description: Aner views case reports as the Rosetta Stones of our field. We discuss the nature of the 'creative non-fiction' that is inherent in writing about the nuanced, intimate and affectively alive experience that is dynamic treatment. He shares his commitment to maintaining "responsible creativity" in writing about this work and always keeps in mind protecting the dignity of the patient. Aner recognizes the vulnerability that the therapist also undergoes in revealing themselves to the reader and alerts us to "clinical narcissism" - the temptation to exhibit oneself in place of sharing the authenticity of the clinical encounter. He presents the different phases of a deepening treatment along with the understanding that they are inherently schematic and removed from the aliveness of the dyad. He shares vignettes that are understood through a Kleinian, Winnicottian and Relational lens and closes noting that "effective clinical writing is as much an art as a science requiring technical proficiency, creative insight and literary skills." Our Guest: Aner Govrin, PhD, is a psychoanalyst, philosopher, and clinical psychologist. He is the director of a doctoral program, "Psychoanalysis and Hermeneutics," at The Program for Hermeneutics & Cultural Studies, Bar-Ilan University. He is a member of the Tel-Aviv Institute for Contemporary Psychoanalysis (TAICP) and Editor of the Routledge series Introductions to Contemporary Psychoanalysis. He also conducts workshops on psychodynamic case-study writing and on a range of psychoanalytic topics at the Tavistock, as well as in training programs in the United States, England, China and Israel.  Recommended Readings:  Amir, D. (2016). Studium and punctum in psychoanalytic writing: Reading case studies through Roland Barthes. Psychoanalytic Review, 103(1), 51–65.   Bernstein, S. B. (2024) The Process of Case Writing: A Fourth Pillar of Analytic Training. Journal of the American Psychoanalytic Association 72:267-294   Boesky, D., Barros, E. R., & Chabert, C. (2013). What does the presentation of case material tell us about what actually happened in an analysis and how does it do this? International Journal of Psychoanalysis, 94, 1129–1134.   Gabbard, G. O. (2000). Disguise or consent: Problems and recommendations concerning the publication and presentation of clinical material. International Journal of Psychoanalysis, 81(6), 1071–1086.   Govrin, A. (2025) Responsible Creativity: Combining Clinical Report and Literary Writing in the Psychodynamic Case Study. Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy 39:20-39   Govrin, A. (2026). The Craft of the Psychodynamic Case Study: A Practical Guide, Routledge.   Ogden, T. H. (2021). Analytic writing as a form of fiction. Journal of the American Psychoanalytic Association, 69(2), 221–223.   Piccioli, E., Rossi, P. L., & Semi, A. A. (Eds.). (1996). Writing in psychoanalysis. Karnac Books.

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→ How did today's guest go from high school dropout to PhD, and what can we learn from his story?→ How can we shift our focus from merely managing behavior to truly captivating our students?→ What is the first step educators must take to reverse the burnout cycle?Welcome back to the Teachers on Fire Podcast, airing live on YouTube most Saturday mornings at 8am Pacific, 11am Eastern. My name is Tim Cavey, and my mission here is to warm your heart, spark your thinking, and ignite your professional practice.Today's Teacher on Fire is Dr. Anthony Richiez. Dr. Richiez is a recognized expert in the area of Dynamic Teaching. He revolutionizes teaching by guiding educators to elevate their methods, resulting in more dynamic classrooms and improved student learning. For 15 years, Anthony has offered seminars and workshops for schools and educators, helping them increase student engagement and maximizing comprehension in their classrooms.You can connect with Dr. Richiezon LinkedIn,on X and Instagram @AnthonyRichiez, andAt his website, myteachcraft.com.

July 12, 2026 - Jim Craft - Bible Class by Buford Church of Christ

A fifth-generation quilter from the legendary community of Gee's Bend, Alabama, Loretta Pettway Bennett turns well used cloth into her own expressions of color and community. Loretta Pettway Bennett began her quilting journey as a child, threading needles for her mother as she sewed scraps into bedcoverings. The women in the town of Gee's Bend pieced quilt tops and got together to hand quilt their work, a tradition that spans decades. Loretta's first quilt was an ambitious Flower Garden hexagon design that she cut and sewed entirely on her own when she was 12 years old. Half a century later, quilting is woven into Loretta's life, as it is for her sister, aunts, cousins, and ancestors. Although quilting has always been part of her life, Loretta's vision is uniquely her own. In the early 2000s, Loretta decided to embrace her own style and gave herself the freedom to enjoy making quilts in her own way. She decided to resist rules that seams line up perfectly or that only certain colors go together. Instead, she lets the quilt make itself and invites the colors to talk to each other. Working with thrifted and gifted material, she chooses the fabrics that speak to her (bright colors, few prints) and especially loves the pieces that have been well used and mended. The contemporary interest in thrifting and mending is a simple fact of life to Loretta, as natural as eating. Several of her designs include denim jeans, patched knees and all. In 2002, the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston mounted a major exhibition of quilts from Gee's Bend, and Loretta saw her quilting traditions in a new light. A quilt that her mother made to cover her bed, on which Loretta and her sister had laid on the floor, was described as art in one of the country's most important art museums. Standing in the exhibit, she says, “. . . the more I looked at the quilts, the more I started seeing what [viewers] saw in the quilts.” Today, Loretta's own quilts are part of museum, corporate, and U.S. State Department collections and have appeared in 19 U.S. Embassies worldwide. Her work has been recognized with numerous prizes and fellowships, most recently a 2026 Maxwell/Hanrahan Award in Craft. Loretta teaches quilting both to children in her community and through Vacation with an Artist, a program where crafters work in her workshop and learn the community's methods. She plans to put her recent award money toward a coloring book of her quilts, an echo of her childhood wish to be a painter. Having spent decades painting with fabric, she loves to see others playing with color for themselves through her classes and is excited to see their interpretations in her coloring book. Links View some of Loretta Pettway Bennet's quilts at Souls Grown Deep and Greg Kucera Gallery Learn about Gee's Bend and visiting the area at the Visit Gee's Bend website Discover the history and revival of the Freedom Quilting Bee Find details of the Airing of the Quilts Festival, which will be held next on Saturday, October 3, 2026 Read about Loretta at the Maxwell/Hanrahan 2026 Awards in Craft website Find details on the Vacation with an Artist hosted by Loretta and her sister-in-law, Marlene Bennett Follow Loretta's Instagram This episode is brought to you by: Treenway Silks is where weavers, spinners, knitters and stitchers find the silk they love. Select from the largest variety of silk spinning fibers, silk yarn, and silk threads & ribbons at TreenwaySilks.com. You'll discover a rainbow of colors, thoughtfully hand-dyed in Colorado. Love natural? Treenway's array of wild silks provide choices beyond white. If you love silk, you'll love Treenway Silks, where superior quality and customer service are guaranteed. The Michigan Fiber Festival—Michigan's largest sheep and wool festival—is a vibrant world of fiber arts. Discover five days of classes with nationally recognized teachers in spinning, weaving, lacemaking, dyeing, felting, and rug hooking. Enjoy three days of shopping. Delight in shearing and fiber arts demonstrations. Enjoy a truly immersive experience. Join us in August at the picturesque Allegan County Fairgrounds (you can even camp on site!) Find more details at [michiganfiberfestival.info.](The Michigan Fiber Festival – Michigan's largest sheep and wool festival – is a vibrant world of fiber arts. Discover five days of classes with nationally recognized teachers in spinning, weaving, lacemaking, dyeing, felting, and rug hooking. Enjoy three days of shopping. Delight in shearing and fiber arts demonstrations. Enjoy a truly immersive experience. Join us in August at the picturesque Allegan County Fairgrounds (you can even camp on site!) Find more details at michiganfiberfestival.info.)

Did England's greatest architect help shape modern Freemasonry?For generations, many Masons believed that Sir Christopher Wren served as the bridge between the medieval operative builders and the emerging speculative fraternity.But does the historical evidence support that claim?In Episode 217 of Masonic Muscle: The Origin War, we investigate Theory #11 from Brother Kenneth R.H. Mackenzie's Royal Masonic Cyclopaedia (1877) and examine why Wren became one of the most enduring figures in Masonic origin literature.More importantly, we ask whether admiration has sometimes been mistaken for evidence.In This EpisodeTheory #11 of the 12 Origin Theories of Freemasonry• Sir Christopher Wren• The Great Fire of London (1666)• St. Paul's Cathedral• The rebuilding of London• Anderson's Constitutions• The transition from operative to speculative MasonryWhy association is not the same as causationBattlefield QuestionDid Sir Christopher Wren help create speculative Freemasonry......or did later generations of Masons place England's greatest architect into their origin story because he represented everything the Craft admired?Continue the InvestigationRoyal Masonic Cyclopaediahttps://archive.org/details/royalmasoniccycl00mackAnderson's Constitutions (1723)https://archive.org/details/constitutionsoff00andeThe Origins of Freemasonry — David StevensonThe Craft — John HamillThe Pocket History of Freemasonry — Pick & KnightInternet Archivehttps://archive.orgSacred Textshttps://www.sacred-texts.comNext BattlefieldNext we conclude Brother Kenneth Mackenzie's twelve origin theories with one of the most important figures in early speculative Masonry:Dr. John Theophilus Desaguliers.The Origin War continues.Strengthening the Craft... one degree at a time.

The Craft   Hall of Famer CC Sabathia joins Nick Pollack this week on The Craft to talk about his arsenal changes over the years, his time as a Yankee, and his most memorable pitches. Join Our Discord & Support The Show: PL+ | PL Pro - Get 15% off Yearly with code PODCASTProud member of the Pitcher List Fantasy Baseball Podcast Network Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, Markus meets Norwegian brewing pioneer Kjetil Jikiun for a very special “beer cast” recorded in the car. Kjetil looks back on an extraordinary journey that led him from life as an airline pilot to becoming one of the key figures of the modern Norwegian beer revolution. He shares how homebrewing, American craft beer, and a deep curiosity for flavor inspired him to co-found Nøgne Ø and help introduce bold styles like IPA, saison, and imperial stout to Norway. The conversation also takes some remarkable detours: from brewing what may be the highest-altitude beer in the world on a mountain pass in Central Asia, to building a brewery project in Crete and discovering how different beer cultures can be. Kjetil reflects on innovation, responsibility, and the balance between brewing as science and brewing as art. A fascinating episode about adventure, flavor, and the courage to keep reinventing yourself.

"If all you're trying to do is inform, you're not going to pull it off. You have to entertain your audience."Great presentations don't just share information—they create connection. As Apple's former Chief Evangelist and Canva's co-founder, Guy Kawasaki has spent decades helping people communicate ideas that inspire action. In this episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart, Kawasaki joins Matt Abrahams to share practical strategies for crafting compelling presentations, building better slide decks, and using storytelling to keep audiences engaged. From investor pitches to keynote speeches, he explains why the best communicators don't just inform—they captivate.Key Takeaways:Pitch to keep the conversation going. The goal of a pitch isn't to close the deal—it's to earn the next conversation.Keep it simple and audience-focused. Engage people with clear stories, concise visuals, and a message built around what they care about.Activity:Choose an idea, project, or product you frequently explain. Challenge yourself to describe it in 30 seconds, focusing only on the problem you solve and why it matters to your audience. Then ask someone if they can clearly explain it back to you. Revise your pitch until they can.Episode Reference Links:Guy KawasakiGuy's Book: Think RemarkableEp.82 It's Not About You: Why Effective Communicators Put Others FirstEp.47 Quick Thinks: How to Use Storytelling to Be a Better FounderConnect:Premium Signup >>>> Think Fast Talk Smart PremiumEmail Questions & Feedback >>> hello@fastersmarter.ioEpisode Transcripts >>> Think Fast Talk Smart WebsiteNewsletter Signup + English Language Learning >>> FasterSmarter.ioThink Fast Talk Smart >>> LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTubeMatt Abrahams >>> LinkedInChapters:(00:00) - Introduction (01:29) - Being a Great Evangelist (02:51) - Why Stories Move People (04:15) - Entertain Before You Inform (06:36) - The Goal of a Pitch (09:56) - Evolve Every Pitch (12:42) - The 10-20-30 Rule (15:57) - Better Slides, Better Presentations (16:39) - Lessons from Podcasting (18:09) - The Final Three Questions (22:20) - Conclusion ********Thank you to our sponsors.  These partnerships support the ongoing production of the podcast, allowing us to bring it to you at no cost.Most Work Platforms Help People Communicate.  Some help you organize, but Zoom turns conversations into outcomes. Try Zoom Mate today

The connection between the 2013 Boston Marathon bombing and Craft International stems from a prominent internet conspiracy theory claiming that the private military contractor carried out the attack as a "false flag" operation. In reality, official investigations confirmed that Craft International personnel were present at the marathon as hired security, and they had no involvement in the bombings. [1, 2, 3, 4]Who was Craft International?Craft International was a tactical training and private security firm founded in 2009 by legendary U.S. Navy SEAL sniper Chris Kyle. The company provided tactical weapons training, corporate risk assessment, and specialized security services. Its employees frequently wore distinctive gear, including black shirts, tan tactical pants, and baseball caps featuring a skull logo—an image heavily adapted from the Navy SEALs and Marvel's Punisher character. [1, 2]Why did they become part of a conspiracy theory?Immediately following the April 15, 2013 bombings, amateur sleuths on platforms like Reddit, Twitter, and 4chan began analyzing crowdsourced photos from the finish line. They noticed several heavily built men wearing uniform tactical clothing, earpieces, and black backpacks. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]The Visuals: Photos captured these men standing near the fBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-opperman-report--1198501/support.

Every Montana Silversmiths buckle tells a story and every buckle passes through 26 sets of hands before it reaches its new owner. Montana Silversmiths' CEO, Jade Opfer, joins us to talk about preserving craftsmanship in an AI-driven world, the people behind the products, and why a brand rooted in the American West continues to resonate far beyond it.Links:Hosts: Jennifer Hebert, Morgan Nicole ZipperlenContact: Sophia Jagella, WESA Marketing SpecialistGuest: Jade Opfer, CEO Montana Silversmiths - Website | Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Youtube

Cultivating the Craft of Complex Story-telling: Irony and Compassion Corruption and Beauty …myriad voices animating the guiding astro*mytho*politico narrative Initiating/Honoring the Wizard Mars within us all…. And the danger when we don't. Fifa, Khomeini's Funeral Graham Plattner Dr Safiya – July 11th global call for his release by Israel BBC: Lawyer says detained Gaza doctor was severely beaten in Israeli jail https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c07yy3pgrlmo The post Irony and Compassion  appeared first on KPFA.

Cedric Mitchell is a multidisciplinary designer, glass artist, and cultural tastemaker successfully combining elements including craft, utility, and visual culture. His work is rooted in handmaking but reaches beyond any single medium. He designs objects that carry energy, emotion, and intention – pieces meant to live with people. Says Mitchell: "My design language is what I call modern funk. It is defined by bold color, playful geometry, and confident forms balanced by structure and refinement. I draw inspiration from music, movement, architecture, and everyday rituals. Whether I am working on lighting, furniture, or collectible objects, my goal remains the same. To create work that feels alive, expressive, and deeply human." Cedric Mitchell Design is not just a studio; it is a platform for craft-driven innovation across categories where functional objects, sculptural works, and cultural storytelling coexist. This year is shaping up to be a big one for Mitchell, who recently launched a new body of work through JOOPITER, further pushing his practice into collectible design. Alongside that, he continues to develop new lighting and furniture pieces, leaning more into sculptural, functional objects and expanding his modern funk language across materials. In October, Mitchell will be showing work at ComplexCon, a large-scale cultural festival that showcases design, fashion, music, and streetwear. He chose to present work in that context because, as he states, "my practice has always been about bridging craft with contemporary culture. It's an opportunity to place hand-blown glass and collectible design in front of a broader audience that doesn't typically encounter it in traditional gallery settings." Originally from Oklahoma, where he first encountered studio glass while recording at a Tulsa music studio, Mitchell learned glassblowing at Tulsa Glassblowing School, where he eventually became an apprentice and an instructor. Now based in Los Angeles, he has developed glassware collections, collaborated with high-profile clients such as Nike, and served as the events and resource manager at Crafting the Future, an organization that supports BIPOC craft artists. Mitchell's Kinetic Glasses, which swivel on a glass ball, were featured on the cover of the Summer 2024 issue of American Craft.  During his 2023 residency at The Studio of the Corning Museum of Glass, Mitchell successfully explored many different hotshop techniques for creating patterns paired with color theory research. He delved into chromatherapy theory and his extensive experimentation yielded unique color combinations in both transparent and opaque glass. The artist has also completed residencies at Penland School of Craft and Pilchuck Glass School. He developed Cedric Mitchell Design in 2018 where he creates blown glass for retailers nationwide and is currently developing an eclectic line of lighting.  Mitchell will be teaching at Tulsa Glassblowing School in June and at Haystack Mountain School of Crafts in July of 2026. On the studio side, Mitchell continues to grow his direct-to-consumer work with glassware collections like Kinetic Glass and Chroma Stack, while building toward larger-scale projects and brand collaborations. Mitchell says, "This year is really about refining the vision and positioning the work at the intersection of craft, design, and culture."  

325 / Can a slow writer find success in the current market? We dive into that listener question today and also share a summer catch-up after our June break. Hear about Jami's book launch and what she wishes she'd known about launching wide and in a new genre. We also answer listener questions about slow release strategies, writing without burnout, and content ideas to share in your newsletters.  ✨ This week's sponsor is Bookfunnel: https://bookfunnel.com

Hi, friends, and welcome back to our series, "On Becoming: The Art and Craft of Personal Storytelling." In this series, we take a close look at personal essays written by real students, talking about why we love them, what makes them work, and how they came to be.  In this episode, we break down an essay called "The Stomach Whisperer" about a student who used to lie on her grandmother's stomach and wonder if the echoing gurgle I'd just heard was caused by the molasses or by the cinnamon.  I'm joined today by Tillie Gottlieb, a former admission officer turned Director of College Counseling who I'm so happy to say now works with me full-time at College Essay Guy. In this episode (thanks to Tillie's background), we get to analyze a personal statement through three different lenses: admission officer, college counselor, and lover of creative non-fiction. If you're the kind of person who enjoys seeing how things get made, whether it's a great meal, a film scene, or a piece of writing, I have a feeling you might enjoy this one.   Tillie Gottlieb is an educator and creative producer with fifteen years of experience in the world of higher education admissions and counseling. After earning her Bachelor's from Whitman College and her Master's in Education from Middlebury, Tillie navigated the complexities of college admissions from both sides of the desk—serving as a Director of College Counseling, a reader for USC, and overseas as an independent educational consultant. She is also a filmmaker and performer who has spent a career at the intersection of systems-level thinking, centering equity, and storytelling. At CEG, she translates her background into leading webinars and workshops, sharing free content on our social media channels, and serves as a senior college counselor, helping students turn their values and lived experiences into something people can actually feel. Enjoy.   Play-by-Play:  2:09 – When Tillie looks at a college essay, what are some of the lenses that she looks through?  5:07 – Tillie shares context on the essay and what she loves about it  5:43 – Tillie reads the essay we're calling, The Stomach Whisperer  9:40 – What stands out from the lens of an admission officer?  11:50 – What works well in the opening paragraph? 16:49 – How does the writer use descriptive language to show various personal qualities?  18:11 – How can students use "geeky language" to express their intellectual curiosity?  23:18 – What techniques does the writer use to subtly weave in a challenge as they gain confidence in their choice of major?  27:29 – How can students stand out using a more common topic such as an internship?  33:07 – What works well in the closing paragraph?  36:20 – What are some of the values that are coming through in this essay? 38:37 – What is something that Tillie would like students to keep in mind as they're going through this process? 38:55 – Closing thoughts Resources: The "Stomach Whisperer" Essay CEG's College Admission Nutrients (aka The Great College Application Test)  College Essay Guy's Personal Statement Resources College Essay Guy's College Application Hub