Podcasts about e bikes

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How many times have you attempted a trick or a move in a row before finally getting it? It's probably a lot fewer than 400. Today, Danny MacAskill breaks down the trick that taught him how to persevere and overcome the impossible.Danny's Inspired Bicycles video was a sensation. Everyone was talking about it, sharing it, and our minds were blown. What happened after that video is well known, and to say it went a wee bit viral is an understatement, since it has amassed over 40 million views, launching Danny's prolific career that has now spanned over 16 years, and has given us so many memorable moments.Danny talks about other challenging tricks, like front flipping off Edinburgh Castle, as well as his worst injuries, exploring new terrain on his eBike, trials riding with a motor, creative jogging, and why he should be in the next James Bond film.RELATED LINKS:Blister Mountain Bike Buyer's GuideBLISTER+ Get Yourself CoveredTOPICS & TIMES:Being a Hero to Kids (2:18)Danny's Bike Idols (3:47)Trials Riding on eBikes (12:04)James Bond (15:40)The “Spiky Fence” Trick (16:53)Front Flipping off Edinburgh Castle (25:38)His Long Injury List (32:03)Is Danny Slowing Down Moving into his 40s? (39:50)Why Nipple Height is Important (40:33)Keeping Soul in his Riding & What he's Producing (43:42)His Love of Music & What He's Listening to (50:46)CHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS:Blister CinematicGEAR:30Blister PodcastCRAFTED Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

All month long, Sheletta is highlighting resources to help small business owners in Minnesota. This week, she's telling entrepreneurs where they can find grant money for e-Bikes for commercial use. 

On this week's episode, Peter will be asking when new legislation to curb the plague of e-bikes on our streets will finally come into effect. And Sarah wants to know why parents are opting NOT to vaccinate their children against measles. Plus, how being bullied in school can change you for ever. Football and flag flying, something neither of our presenters can really get behind. The right to bear arms in the UK, or maybe not. And the joys of driving a steam train, sadly, this is not yet Peter's story.On our reading and watch list this week: · Heathers – Dir: Michael Lehmann· The Hound of the Baskervilles – Sir Arthur Conan Doyle· A Brief History Of Crime - Peter Hitchens· Clueless – Dir: Amy Heckerling Please do get in touch, email: Alas@dailymail.co.uk you can leave a comment on Spotify or even send us a voice note on Whatsapp – on 07796 657512, start your message with the word ‘alas'. Presenters: Sarah Vine & Peter HitchensProducer: Philip WildingEditor: Chelsey MooreProduction Manager: Vittoria CecchiniExecutive Producer: Jamie East A Daily Mail production. Seriously Popular To get in touch email alas@mailonline.co.uk, you can leave a comment on Spotify or even send us a voice note on WhatsApp - on 07796 657512 start your message with the word 'alas'Presenters: Sarah Vine & Peter HitchensProducer: Phillip WildingEditor: Chelsey MooreProduction Manager: Vittoria CecchiniExecutive Producer: Jamie EastA Daily Mail production. Seriously Popular Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Teenagers are riding at 70km/h with no helmets. Police are investigating. Communities are furious. Parents are terrified. E-bikes are everywhere — and the debate is explosive. Is this about reckless teens? Bad laws? Or something far closer to home? In this episode, Dr Justin Colson from the Happy Families podcast unpacks the real issue behind the headlines. It’s not just about e-bikes. It’s about freedom, responsibility, and the parenting conversations we’re either having… or avoiding. Because banning them won’t fix it.But shrugging won’t either. If you’ve got a risk-taking teen — or one who soon will — this is a conversation you need to hear. KEY POINTS Freedom without responsibility becomes a free-for-all Risk is essential for development — recklessness is not Pedal-assist bikes and throttle bikes are not the same Legislation won’t solve what parenting must address Teens chase status, thrill and belonging — not danger The real missing ingredient is consideration QUOTE OF THE EPISODE “Freedom isn’t the same as a free-for-all. The real issue isn’t the e-bike — it’s whether we’re teaching our kids what freedom requires.” ACTION STEPS FOR PARENTS Have the deeper conversation.Not just “be careful.” Ask: Who could you hurt? What does sharing space mean? Differentiate risk from recklessness.Climbing trees builds capability. Blowing through traffic signals destroys trust. Talk about invisible impact.Help them imagine the pedestrian, the driver, the nurse in emergency. Channel thrill safely.Structured sport, competitions and supervised challenges can meet the same need. Stay connected.Consequences matter — but relationship influence matters more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reach out and touch us: shiftlesslive@gmail.comThe hosts record at Casa Verde after recent technical issues and discuss upcoming Fam Food Adventure Memories dinners. Bike topics include Schwalbe entering the 32-inch tire market across mountain, gravel, and reportedly road, plus a rumor of a major brand debuting a 32-inch bike at Sea Otter. They discuss a theory that brands are trying to convert post-COVID gravel buyers who aren't “N+1” riders by offering more stable, confidence-inspiring mountain bikes to expand participation. They talk about the Salsa full-suspension gravel e-bike (Class 3, ~40 lb, 2.2" tires, ~50-mile range) with a high price, and debate who the market is for. They also review the Salsa Stormchaser (frameset vs complete pricing, sliding dropouts, ability to fit 2.2" tires) and discuss bottom bracket standards (criticizing press-fit). The episode covers New Jersey's new law treating any e-bike as a motorcycle (lights, mirror, DOT helmet, plate/registration, insurance) and predicts more sweeping enforcement elsewhere due to high-speed e-bike accidents. The conversation branches into parallels with the gun industry's COVID boom, long-range shooting training to 800 yards, safety and education, and how event organizers manage participant risk. They close with planning notes for Trinity Trio (moved to Sunday the 15th, ~100 miles full route) and conclude with the host heading to Whitesboro to document the kitchen and refrigeration setup.00:00 Mic Check Mayhem: Are We Actually Recording?00:38 Welcome to Shiftless at Casa Verde (Weather, Vibes, Pool Talk)01:21 What's on the Agenda: 32-inch Wheels, E-Bikes & New Laws02:43 FAM Food Adventure Memories Sponsor + Dinner Schedule Updates04:50 January Dinners Canceled: Snow Forecasts, Ice, and Event Chaos07:11 Gravel Road Conditions After the Storm: Potholes, Chunk & Predictions10:21 February 28 FAM Dinner Promo + Menu Tease12:38 Sbarro in New York: The ‘Good Slice' Misunderstanding Storytime16:58 Back to Bikes: Schwalbe Enters 32-Inch Tires + Road/UCI Speculation18:37 The Big Theory: Turning Gravel Newbies into N+1 Riders via MTB22:13 Training Slump & Sick Weeks: Getting Back on the Bike23:16 Salsa Stormchaser Deep Dive: Dropouts, 2.2" Clearance & Build Options28:39 New Salsa Wander: Full-Suspension Gravel E-Bike Arrives29:13 Teal Talk & First Impressions of Salsa's New Gravel E‑Bike30:02 Specs Breakdown: Range, Weight, Tires, Class 3 Speed—and the $13K Question33:46 Salsa Lineup Rumors: Warbird, Spearfish, Name Changes & What's “Coming Soon”35:47 All‑Road vs Gravel: Surly Midnight Special, Industry Identity Crisis & COVID Hangover36:47 SHOT Show Parallels: Forecasting, N+1 Culture, and the ‘Year of the Suppressor'40:15 Range Life: Long‑Range Qualification, Training Layers, and Why Suppressors Rule47:00 Insurance, Scuba Tragedy & Event Risk—From Cave Diving Rules to Gravel Shenanigans54:05 Running Safer Gravel Events: New Rider Handholding, Self‑Responsibility & 101 Clinics01:00:12 Beginner Progression: Gear Overwhelm, Skill Layering, and Building a Real Training Program01:03:09 Back to Riding: Garmin Recovery Shock & Texas Chainring Massacre Weather Check01:05:05 Windy, deceptively cold night ride (wet bulb & layering mistakes)01:06:45 Whitesboro food service plan + kitchen/fridge scouting01:07:54 Locking in March dates & moving Trinity Trio to Sunday01:09:06 Trinity Trio route breakdown: Gateway–Sansom–River Legacy mileage01:09:48 What bike (or e-bike) works? Drop-bar MTB, battery range, and trail rules01:12:32 North Shore e-bike permits & class confusion (Class 1 vs Class 3)01:15:16 New Jersey's sweeping e-bike law—and why more places may follow01:23:49 Kids, risk, and consequences: storms, accidents, and learning the hard way01:32:51 Urban legends & the information age (Screaming Bridge)01:33:58 Industry news roundup: Eurobike drama, layoffs, Sea Otter, and trade shows01:39:49 Wrap-up: off to Whitesboro and closing thoughts

Send a textA quiet neighborhood, and a pack of teens flying past on throttles—what looks like summer freedom is colliding with a fast-changing legal reality. We unpack the e-bike surge with criminal defense attorney Russ Richelsoph, cutting through confusion about what's truly an e-bike, what's an electric motorcycle, and how cities are drawing lines on speed, sidewalks, and rider age. If you've wondered whether that “bike” needs a license, plates, or insurance, or why hospitals are seeing daily injuries from these crashes, this conversation lays out the stakes with clarity and real-world examples.We break down the three-class system many states use—Class 1 and 2 capped at 20 mph, Class 3 at 28 mph—and explain why machines like Surron-style electrics are often not e-bikes under Arizona law. Rust walks us through where kids can legally ride, from sidewalk rules that change by city to local helmet mandates for minors. We also talk enforcement: officers checking factory class stickers, issuing citations, and even impounding unlawful bikes. The safety angle is stark—20 mph is advanced cycling speed, especially for distracted teens sharing narrow sidewalks with pedestrians and driveways with turning cars.For parents, the hidden risk is civil liability. If a child injures someone, attorneys may target the adult who bought the machine, arguing negligent entrustment. We outline practical steps to reduce danger and exposure: verify the bike's legal class and top speed, learn your city's code, require helmets and lights, teach right-way riding and stopping, and call your insurance agent to confirm coverage under homeowners, renters, auto, or umbrella policies. Smart boundaries and the right gear keep the ride fun, safe, and firmly on the right side of the law.If this helped you navigate the e-bike maze, subscribe, leave a review, and share the episode with a friend who's shopping for a “bike” that might be a motorcycle. What rules does your city enforce, and do you think teens should need training before riding? We'd love to hear your take.

This week on Electrek's Wheel-E podcast, we discuss the most popular news stories from the world of electric bikes and other nontraditional electric vehicles. This time, that includes a fun new automatic shifting e-bike from Trek, a whole host of potential new e-bike laws from around the US, a study that shows the impacts of e-bike use on the brain, Fly mopeds get in more trouble, Honda has a new low-cost electric motorcycle design, and more. The Wheel-E podcast returns every two weeks on Electrek's YouTube channel, Facebook, Linkedin, and Twitter. As a reminder, we'll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get your questions and comments in. After the show ends, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps: Apple Podcasts Spotify Overcast Pocket Casts Castro RSS We also have a Patreon if you want to help us to avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming. Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the Wheel-E podcast today: Trek shifts itself with a new 28 MPH car-replacing e-bike Scientific study shows e-bikes benefit a surprising part of the body Why another US state is preparing a 10 mph e-bike speed limit While some US states try to kill e-bikes, one is pushing more kids onto them Why Boston wants to ban some residents from using e-bikes Popular electric mopeds in US found not street legal, forcing recall Honda patent reveals new ultra-simple, low-cost electric motorcycle Here's the live stream for today's episode starting at 9:00 a.m. ET (or the video after 10:00 a.m. ET): https://www.youtube.com/live/A54urCFrF-U

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The Garda Commissioner, Justin Kelly has been speaking at the Graduation of 167 new Gardai at the training college in Templemore. Our Crime Corrspondent Paul Reynolds has more.

Lithium steckt in Laptops, Smartphones, E-Bikes und E-Autos. Deutschland will das Metall selbst fördern, doch die Projekte verzögern sich, während China billig liefert. Bürden wir weiter die Umweltlast der Lithiumgewinnung fernen Ländern auf? Welchen Preis sind wir bereit, für eine saubere Zukunft zu zahlen?

Feb. 5, 2026- Assemblymember Bill Conrad, a Buffalo-area Democrat, calls for stricter rules and regulations governing the purchase and operation of e-bikes and e-scooters.

On our final Breakfast show, we sent things off with a bang by welcoming New South Wales Premier Chris Minns who filled us in on the state’s new e-bike safety rules aimed at stopping dangerous riding on our roads and footpaths after recent incidents and safety concerns. And somehow Wippa even persuaded him to stick around for Riddle Time!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's show-stopping episode of Quick Charge, we're on location at the midwest's largest independent bicycle dealer show checking out some of the highlights from Himiway, Radio Flyer, Rambo, and a whole lot more! While controversy continues to swirl about e-bike regulations and major players seem to be coming and going and getting saved at the eleventh hour amid the uncertainty of all of this – it's still fun to get to experience the newest e-bikes firsthand, and that's exactly what CABDA 2026 is all about! Bike brands mentioned Aventon Aventon's newly launched Soltera ADV looks almost perfect – I'd only change one thing Aventon New Year Sale takes up to $500 off legacy + new e-bikes for lows from $999 Flyer Radio Flyer launches new 20 MPH utility electric bike Heybike Heybike Villain launched as low-cost 45 MPH light electric dirt bike Himiway Himiway Big Dog electric bike review: A cargo e-bike that's more like a moped Magnum Rambo Velotric Velotric Triker launched, giving e-trikes more power and speed – and tech Prefer listening to your podcasts? Audio-only versions of Quick Charge are now available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, TuneIn, and our RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. New episodes of Quick Charge are (allegedly) recorded several times per week, most weeks. We'll be posting bonus audio content from time to time as well, so be sure to follow and subscribe so you don't miss a minute of Electrek's high-voltage podcast series. Got news? Let us know!Drop us a line at tips@electrek.co. You can also rate us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, or recommend us in Overcast to help more people discover the show. If you're considering going solar, it's always a good idea to get quotes from a few installers. To make sure you find a trusted, reliable solar installer near you that offers competitive pricing, check out EnergySage, a free service that makes it easy for you to go solar. It has hundreds of pre-vetted solar installers competing for your business, ensuring you get high-quality solutions and save 20-30% compared to going it alone. Plus, it's free to use, and you won't get sales calls until you select an installer and share your phone number with them.  Your personalized solar quotes are easy to compare online and you'll get access to unbiased Energy Advisors to help you every step of the way. Get started here.

Kälte und Smartphones vertragen sich nicht besonders gut: Das Handy reagiert bei Minusgraden oft verzögert und der Akku kann schneller schlapp machen. Wie wir das verhindern können und was E-Bikes bei Winterwetter hilft, erfahrt ihr hier. **********In dieser Folge mit: Moderator: Christoph Sterz Gesprächspartner: Tobi Blum, aus den Deutschlandfunk-Nova-Wissensreporter**********Ihr könnt uns auch auf diesen Kanälen folgen: TikTok und Instagram .

This week on Electrek's Wheel-E podcast, we discuss the most popular news stories from the world of electric bikes and other nontraditional electric vehicles. This time, that includes a range of stories from new e-bike laws in New Jersey and Amsterdam, Rad Power Bikes getting bought out of bankruptcy, the clever way that e-bike batteries can be used for extra power during storms or even power a food truck, Honda's new 50 MPH electric scooter, and more. The Wheel-E podcast returns every two weeks on Electrek's YouTube channel, Facebook, Linkedin, and Twitter. As a reminder, we'll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get your questions and comments in. After the show ends, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps: Apple Podcasts Spotify Overcast Pocket Casts Castro RSS We also have a Patreon if you want to help us to avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming. Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the Wheel-E podcast today: Rad Power Bikes may be saved? A mysterious buyer steps forward Another US state just signed a harsh new law requiring licenses, insurance for e-bikes The clever way food trucks are now using e-bike batteries How fake UL certifications lead to Amazon's major Chinese e-bike lawsuit Amsterdam just banned fat tire electric bikes The surprising way your e-bike could be a lifeline after a big storm Honda's new 50 MPH commuter ‘electric motorcycle' rolls out with interesting battery choice Here's the live stream for today's episode starting at 9:00 a.m. ET (or the video after 10:00 a.m. ET): https://www.youtube.com/live/rfSPE2LYtsc

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on a new effort by state leaders to reduce crashes involving powerful e-bikes and scooters.

In this episode of Women Business Voices of Central Florida, Ariel interviews Tammy Bishop, a unique business owner who teaches children and adults how to ride bikes. Tammy, originally an occupational therapist, explains how she developed a structured system to teach bicycle riding through activity analysis. The lessons are designed to help students overcome their fear, resulting in lifelong skills. Tammy discusses the business growth, challenges, and strategies she applies, including the potential of expanding into books, online courses, and training other instructors. She also shares insights on the mental and physical benefits of biking and her aspirations to make her business more fruitful through collaboration and learning from others. Despite the ups and downs of business, her passion for teaching this life skill keeps her motivated. Tammy's story highlights the importance of physical activity, overcoming fear, and the joy of learning something new at any age.Overcoming Fear and Teaching Balance: Tammy Bishop's Journey of Bicycle LessonsIn this episode of Women Business Voices of Central Florida, Ariel welcomes Tammy Bishop, an occupational therapist turned entrepreneur who teaches children and adults how to ride bicycles. Tammy shares her journey of transitioning from occupational therapy to creating a full-time business in teaching bike riding. She discusses her unique methods, the importance of overcoming fear, and the fulfillment she finds in helping others gain a lifelong skill. Tammy also highlights the challenges of starting and growing her business, the impact of e-bikes, and her expansion plans.In this episode of Women Business Voices of Central Florida, Ariel interviews Tammy Bishop, a unique business owner who teaches children and adults how to ride bikes. Tammy, originally an occupational therapist, explains how she developed a structured system to teach bicycle riding through activity analysis. The lessons are designed to help students overcome their fear, resulting in lifelong skills. Tammy discusses the business growth, challenges, and strategies she applies, including the potential of expanding into books, online courses, and training other instructors. She also shares insights on the mental and physical benefits of biking and her aspirations to make her business more fruitful through collaboration and learning from others. Despite the ups and downs of business, her passion for teaching this life skill keeps her motivated. Tammy's story highlights the importance of physical activity, overcoming fear, and the joy of learning something new at any age.00:00 Introduction to Women Business Voices00:20 Meet Tammy Bishop: The Bike Riding Instructor00:57 The Aha Moment: More Than Just Bike Riding01:44 Breaking Down the Bike Riding Process03:26 Overcoming Fear: Lessons Beyond Bike Riding08:41 The Joy of Teaching: Passion and Motivation12:33 Logistics of Bike Riding Lessons15:59 Navigating Business Ups and Downs20:09 Greatest Lessons Learned on the Journey20:40 Challenges in Growing a Business22:20 Networking and Seeking Help25:36 Marketing and Word of Mouth28:24 Advice for Adult Learners30:52 E-Bikes and Their Impact35:48 Safety and Community Involvement37:36 Serving the Central Florida Community38:32 Conclusion and Contact InformationContact Tammy Bishop! https://tammy-bishop.comhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100004788739198 https://www.youtube.com/@bicyclelessons4allHost and Sponsor:Ariel Faith - Speaking and Education - arielfaith.com Bring Your Brand to Life With Story-Driven Strategy, Marketing, and Photography. https://arieljoyfaith.comWomen Business Voices of Central Florida https://podcast.arielfaith.com/voicesYou Matter In Businesshttps://podcast.arielfaith.com/umib

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on a new effort by state leaders to reduce crashes involving powerful e-bikes and scooters.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on a new effort by state leaders to reduce crashes involving powerful e-bikes and scooters.

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WHAT'S NEW AT 10: Has outcry after the shooting of Alex Pretti lead to change? // GUEST: Sully breaks down the proposed changes to E-Bikes in Olympia // SCENARIOS!

Chris Sullivan with a Chokepoint: Why there needs to be more regulations surrounding E-Bikes // Julia Shapero on Tik Tok's American ownership and alleged new censorship concerns // Leland Vittert on clashes between ICE and protesters in Minnesota // Charlie Commentary on why teens need real discipline // David Fahrenthold on unrest in Minneapolis // Gee Scott on Seahawks fans making their way down to Santa Clara for the Super Bowl

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Streit um Hassredegesetz und Waffenreform / Todesopfer auf K'Gari identifiziert / Israelische Einsatzkräfte beginnen Abriss des UNRWA-Hauptsitz / Britische Regierung genehmigt neue chinesische Botschaft in London / EU-Außenbeauftragte bekräftigt Unterstützung für Grönland / Belgischer Premierminister sieht Europa an einem Scheideweg / Autofahrer fordern strengere Regeln für E-Bikes und E-Scootern in Schulzonen / Australiens größtes kohlebefeuertes Kraftwerk hat eine weitere Fristverlängerung erhalten

In this episode of CoMotion's Fast Forward podcast, Nick Perloff-Giles sits down with Laura Krull, Senior Policy Manager at Lyft Urban Solutions, to discuss the rapidly changing world of electrified bikeshare. Bikeshare is suddenly becoming half mobility service, half distributed battery network - how should planners, policymakers, and riders be thinking about the change?

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

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Today on AirTalk: The latest on protests in Iran, and how Iranian Angelenos are reacting (0:15) E-bikes have been surging in popularity — are the roads prepared for them? (20:04) As we enter the last year of Governor Newsom's tenure, what defines his legacy? (51:49) SoCal History: What’s it been like growing up Black in Los Angeles? (1:12:00) The American Whiskey industry may be on the rocks (1:32:59)

Kaz, Dario, Stephane, and Matt sit down for an in-depth discussion to go over the best and worst performing bikes at this year's Field Test.

Send us a textIn this Modern Arizona Podcast episode, attorney Billie Tarascio sits down with Melissa Leon to unpack the rising safety concerns surrounding e-bikes, scooters, and youth street behavior in master-planned Arizona communities. They explore why accidents are increasing, how misinformation fuels risky habits, and what families, drivers, and neighborhoods can realistically do to protect kids while still giving them freedom and independence.Melissa Leon is a small business CFO, the owner of Two Sense Consulting, a published author of Efficiency Bitch, an Arizona native, a mother of three, and the founder of Eastmark Safe Streets, a fast-growing community initiative focused on youth street safety. She brings firsthand experience, real data, and practical insight from working with Mesa law enforcement, transportation boards, and thousands of local residents.Key topics covered in this episode:✔ E-bike safety laws in Arizona and what parents must know✔ The rise of teen “ride-outs” and social-media-driven bike groups✔ Why Mesa is seeing a spike in e-bike and pedestrian accidents✔ How Eastmark Safe Streets was built and why community groups matter✔ Legal consequences for parents when minors ride e-bikes illegally✔ The role of city infrastructure, enforcement, and community behavior✔ Retailer responsibility and gaps in e-bike education✔ How to prepare kids for emergencies, collisions, and high-risk situations✔ How parents can balance independence, safety, and real-world learning✔ Practical steps to start safety conversations in your own neighborhoodTo learn more about Melissa, connect with her work, or reach out directlyVisit: https://twosenseconsulting.com

Bruce & Lady La explain why the City of Glendale is enacting new regulations to curb dangerous bike and scotter incidents.

Welcome to RIMScast. Your host is Justin Smulison, Business Content Manager at RIMS, the Risk and Insurance Management Society.   In this first episode of 2026, Justin interviews Morgan O'Rourke and Hilary Tuttle of RIMS Risk Management Magazine. They discuss major cyber events of 2025, court rulings on AI fair use, and what risk professionals should take away about AI training data and intellectual property. They discuss regulations about forever chemicals or PFAS and what to look for in 2026 and beyond as these regulations change. They discuss the U.S. government shutdown of October and its residual effects.   Listen for a call for content submissions for RIMS Risk Management Magazine.   Key Takeaways: [:01] About RIMS and RIMScast. [:17] About this episode of RIMScast. This is our first episode of 2026. We're going to look forward and back, and who better to do that with than Morgan O'Rourke and Hilary Tuttle of RIMS Risk Management Magazine? [:44] We will discuss some of the top risk management stories of 2025 and what they might mean for 2026. There's so much to discuss, from forever chemicals to AI! But first… [:55] RIMS-CRMP and Some Prep Courses. The next virtual prep course will be held on January 14th and 15th, 2026. These are virtual courses. Links to these courses can be found through the Certification page of RIMS.org and through this episode's show notes. [1:12] RIMS Virtual Workshops are coming up. This is the last call for "Intro to ERM for Senior Leaders". It will be held on January 8th, led by Joe Mayo. [1:24] On January 21st and 22nd, Chris Hansen returns to deliver the course, "Managing Worker Compensation, Employer's Liability and Employment Practices in the US". [1:35] On February 4th and 5th, Ken Baker will return to deliver the course, "Applying and Integrating ERM". [1:45] The full schedule of virtual workshops can be found on the RIMS.org/education and RIMS.org/education/online-learning pages. A link is also in this episode's notes. [1:57] RIMS members always enjoy deep discounts on the virtual workshops. [2:06] The RIMS-CRO Certificate Program in Advanced Enterprise Risk Management is hosted by the famous James Lam. This is a live virtual program that helps elevate your expertise and career in ERM. [2:19] You can enroll now for the next cohort, which will be held over 12 weeks from April 14th through June 23rd. Links to registration and enrollment are in this episode's show notes. [2:34] On with the show! The annual Year in Risk Review edition of RIMS Risk Management Magazine is now available. Visit RMMagazine.com for more information. [2:47] We're going to pick up where we left off with Morgan O'Rouke and Hilary Tuttle of RIMS Risk Management Magazine and the RIMS Publication Department. [2:54] Feel free to check out Episode 371 to get caught up as we discuss natural catastrophes and their impact on the landscape. [3:04] In this episode, we're going to talk about AI, PFAS forever chemicals, and how you can contribute to RIMS Risk Management Magazine in 2026. [3:14] Risk Management Magazine is an Azbee award winner, so you are hearing insights from the best in the business of risk management reporting. Let's get to it… [3:24] Interview!  Morgan O'Rourke and Hilary Tuttle, welcome back to RIMScast! [4:01] The Year in Risk 2025 Edition of RIMS Risk Management Magazine has been on digital shelves for a few weeks now. We're going to look a little bit forward and backward. [4:34] Data Privacy Day comes up on January 20th every year. All eyes turn to cyber. At RIMS, all eyes turn to Hilary because she is the cyber guru. Hilary thinks every day of the year is Data Privacy Day. [5:15] Hilary says, in the Year in Risk edition, they talked about 2025's Amazon Web Services outage, which took about 70,000 companies offline. It's a solid example of third-party risk and vendor security risks. [5:31] The economic impact of the outage was estimated to be in the billions of dollars, in terms of lost business and business interruption. Hilary said the AWS outage lasted about 16 hours. [5:53] It's a good reminder of vendor concentration risk in cloud services. The cloud services market has three major vendors; Amazon has about 30% of the market. If Amazon goes down, that's a significant number of clients who are at risk. [6:10] Hilary says insurers are not at real risk for this outage. A lot of cyber coverage has provisions for outages with waiting periods of eight to 12 hours. Your insurer might come in for the end of that situation, but most of it is on the insured. [6:38] For insurers and reinsurers, it was a pretty mild event. It's not going to cause huge changes in capacity or rates. It is a reminder that a lot of the risk is going to be on you, depending on the factors that are involved and the vendors that you pick. [6:58] There was also the Marks & Spencer ransomware incident that impacted their stores and online services. They sell about four million Great British pounds a day of products online. Their website was down for three months because of the ransomware event and recovery process. [7:29] Marks & Spencer had to go to pen and paper for in-store sales, and they operate hundreds of stores. It also caused inventory problems. It was a huge increase in waste because they didn't have ways of tracking or selling all of their inventory of food and other goods. [7:45] The cost to Marks & Spencer was estimated to be about three hundred million Great British pounds. [7:53] 2025 was a big year for cyber. Some other British retailers had some issues that have had retailers around the world taking note. [8:04] Morgan was interested in the Jaguar Land Rover case. Since Morgan was a child, he wanted a Jaguar for the hood ornament. If they're taken offline, how is Morgan ever going to get himself a Jaguar? [8:35] Hilary says, You and a lot of other customers, because they had to take all of their very automated production offline for a while. Parts and Sales were interrupted. They saw quarterly revenues drop around 24%, year-over-year, a difference of several hundred million pounds. [8:58] Morgan says it becomes a little bit the same. It doesn't mean that it's not important. It's one of those things we encounter with perpetual risks, whether it's disasters or cyber. [9:12] When they're always happening, they tend to get overlooked until some marquee event like an Amazon Web Services outage takes down a lot of people, or a company is taken offline for months and has to go back to pen and paper. That's not easy at large volumes. [9:38] The underlying current of the risks you have to deal with still needs to be a part of your day-to-day mitigation exercises.  [9:59] Hilary says The more things change, the more things stay the same. [10:18] Morgan says There is a broader perspective to everything. A risk is not just going to affect you; it's going to affect people down the line who are connected to your business. A cybersecurity event that happens over here is bound to have an impact on you, in some way. [10:35] Hilary says concentration risk is an increasing issue, and dependency is an issue. We have allowed some of the market players to become so large that the impact, if anything happens to them, is astounding. [10:50] There are advantages in having a large company as your vendor, but there's also a certain amount of instability in the lack of control you have in what's going on upstream. There's a lot that can happen downstream, to you. [11:26] Hilarity may attend a Black Hat conference this year. From that, she may see what is coming several years down the pike. [12:00] Justin says that AI is omnipresent. Regarding AI, in 2025, courts ruled on Fair Use. Multiple lawsuits were filed, and major settlements were reached. One lawsuit about scrubbing user data came from violating the Terms of Use, rather than copyright infringement. [12:44] Morgan says companies that use AI or are creating an AI should be looking at the emerging liabilities and governance challenges of AI. [12:55] There were a lot of cases. Two cases discussed in the Year in Risk 2025 were about Anthropic and Meta being sued by groups of authors. The courts ruled in both cases that if the AI made substantial changes to the material, they could use it under Fair Use. [13:32] The cases weren't definitive that you have an open free-for-all. Anthropic was guilty of using pirated materials from the authors to train its AI. Anthopic settled by paying $1.5 billion to the authors. The ruling was that you can use material that you get legally, by paying for it. [14:14] There are ways that the AI companies may be held accountable. There are 40 to 50 cases from every manner of media that may be adjudicated differently. It may come down to the sense of the case. There is some precedent set by one case. [14:36] Morgan says, from a content creator perspective, it's heartening that copyright is protected. Hilary says it's disheartening that larger companies like Disney have more negotiating power in what they allow AI to use, but smaller companies may not have as much power. [15:52] Morgan says the New York Times has licensed individual pieces for AI to use. [16:06] If the company creating AI doesn't have an agreement with a content creator, in a lot of court cases, the settlement ends up being a licensing agreement to use the content. [16:19] There's somewhat of an inevitability to the use of AI. You can't do anything about it, so you might as well get on board and get your piece. AI will take a little getting used to. [16:56] Morgan says their future coverage of AI will be less about the promise of AI and more about how to use AI responsibly in your business. What are the risks of AI in your business? [17:37] Everybody's doing it anyway, and risk depends on the level of fact-checking or information verification you are doing when you're putting together anything from an email to an RFP for a new vendor. You don't lose sight of the ball just because it's been around a few years. [17:58] Quick Break! RISKWORLD 2026 will be held from May 3rd through the 6th in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. RISKWORLD attracts more than 10,000 risk professionals from across the globe. It's time to Connect, Cultivate, and Collaborate with them. Booth sales are open now! [18:20] General registration and speaker registration are also open right now! Marketplace and Hospitality badges will be available starting on March 3rd. Links are in this episode's show notes. [18:35] Let's Return to Our Interview with Morgan O'Rourke and Hilary Tuttle! [18:52] Justin brings up forever chemicals. They're in a lot of the things he drinks. The foods that he eats have consumed the same water. Executives in Italy were sentenced for not doing enough about them. In the U.S., the Trump administration started regulatory rollbacks. [19:47] Justin mentions the RIMS webinars about forever chemicals, showing that if we don't work to curtail PFAS, they will have a lasting, harmful effect. [20:21] Morgan says environmental liability for PFAS has been a topic of discussion for a few years. [20:52] The discussions are around how PFAS will be regulated from a business standpoint, and what that means for my company. How do I need to report them? How do I need to mitigate it and clean up the systems I am responsible for? [21:05] Morgan reports that in Italy, 11 executives were sentenced to a total of 141 years in prison for polluting the groundwater in an area of Italy. Studies showed that over time, there were thousands more cancers and cases of cardiovascular disease because of this pollution. [21:35] Morgan says, That's the extreme side of it. It's what everyone wants to prevent. A lot of other countries and U.S. states are passing regulations banning or restricting PFAS. In 2025, in the U.S., some regulations were softened or paused. [21:59] Hilary says there were various efforts to soften different regulations. Morgan explains that it was mainly for the costs to businesses. From the business standpoint, it's going to cost money to mitigate or report whatever the requirement is. [22:14] Morgan says, It's not that restrictions were taken off the table, but it's concerning from a public health standpoint that they are slow-walking PFAS regulations. Morgan would like to think that just because a regulation is paused doesn't mean it won't be put into effect soon. [22:56] Hilary says when she was in Calgary, in the fall, there was a session specifically on PFAS litigation, because Canada has also passed some measures on this. It's a solid reminder that other countries are starting to pick up on this regulation. [23:17] In terms of compliance with what can or can't be used in product development, it's good to keep in mind some of these emerging regulations and the direction they are going. Remediation is definitely a component of it. [23:33] In product development and new product releases, and product reformulations, it is often more expensive to figure out how to use substances that are not the PFAS that have been used for a long time, but that is the direction in which some businesses need to be looking. [23:49] Morgan says, We did it with asbestos, years ago. PFAS started as a health concern, but it is a business concern. If you're responsible for injuring people, as we saw in Italy, you could go to jail. It doesn't mean that will happen in every country, but it doesn't mean it won't. [24:19] Hilary thinks it will be interesting to see what moves the needle in different countries, as there are different business climates in different parts of the world. The United States is a lot more litigious than a lot of other cultures. Some of the regulations are being driven by lawsuits. [24:30] Other places are focused more on compliance, where there's more of a sense of social good, like the Nordics, or parts of Western Europe, Hilary says, where some regulations coming from the government will be enough to move the needle. [24:58] Multinational companies will need to be aware of the regulations in different countries and decide if they will make products for a specific country, restrict sales in that country, or reformulate their offerings. [25:12] Morgan says the idea that there is an acceptable level of PFAS in the water is what bothers him the most. Hilary says there are risks more direct than water. You're cooking your food in PFAS. You have fire blankets to keep your children safe in the wake of wildfires. [25:38] Things that you take for granted, that are serving a function, have the forever chemicals because they serve the function. Waterproof shoes, for example. You're relying on the benefit, but you're not necessarily thinking about the risks that you're introducing. [25:54] Morgan says that it's all about the concentration of things. PFAS are in whatever you consume. At a certain point, it becomes harmful. Hilary says, You might buy one pair of waterproof shoes, but what if everyone does, and they all end up in landfills and cause runoff? [26:39] It's a personal risk vs. a collective risk issue. It's a short-term risk vs. a long-tail risk issue. Hilary and Morgan discuss tapwater. Ignorance is bliss. It's a long-term risk. [27:11] A Final Break! The Spencer Educational Foundation's goal to help build a talent pipeline of risk management and insurance professionals is achieved, in part, by its collaboration with risk management and insurance educators across the U.S. and Canada. [27:30] Spencer awards undergraduate, graduate, Ph.D., and Pre-Instructor of Practice Scholarships to students enrolled at an accredited college or university in the U.S. and Canada, and physically studying in either location. No remote coursework eligibility from other locations. [27:47] Including part-time, graduate scholarships to risk management and insurance professionals continuing their education. [27:53] Since 1980, Spencer has invested more than $11.1 million in the scholarship program with awards to over 1,700 students. More than 85% of Spencer's scholarship recipients remain in the industry to this day. [28:09] They've got undergraduate scholarships, full-time Master's scholarships, part-time Master's scholarships, pre-dissertation Ph.D. candidates, doctoral candidates, and pre-instructor of practice scholarships all open now. The application deadline is January 31st, 2026. [28:30] Visit SpencerEd.org/scholarships. You'll find the different application buttons. See the link in this episode's show notes for more information. [28:42] Let's Return to the Conclusion of Our Interview with Morgan O'Rourke and Hilary Tuttle!  [28:59] RIMS Risk Management Magazine is looking for risk managers, business professionals, and legal professionals to contribute by way of articles and share their knowledge. [29:21] Morgan says We're looking for articles talking not just about the risk, but about what a risk manager can do about the risk. The actionable part of the article describes the risk management. We're trying to help our risk manager readers do their jobs better. [29:44] If you're looking to contribute something, share your knowledge. How did you deal with this risk that you are encountering? What are the steps that you recommend people take to mitigate that risk? [29:58] That ends up being the most successful article. It accomplishes our mission most clearly. [30:06] Hilary adds, if there is something that has come up at work that surprises you, as a seasoned risk professional, it may be new, emerging, or surprising to someone else. [30:18] Sharing your expertise with your colleagues is something we are always looking to do, and we're happy to help you figure out how to do it. [30:34] Justin says When we attend a RIMS event, we have a chance to mingle with our members and the attendees. People have come up to me and said they listen to the show, and they would love it if I would do an episode on "this." [30:54] One that stood out to Justin is amusement park ride safety risk. He plans to do an episode on that in the summer. [31:13] Hilary says, We love a novelty risk. They have done articles on water parks and ski resorts. Morgan says everybody's got a risk they're facing. Hilary wrote a blog post years ago about bouncy houses. Justin did an episode on hot air balloons. [31:35] Morgan recalls doing an article on microbreweries, and a brewery sent them a six-pack. He'd like to do pizza risks next, maybe do a full spread! [32:07] Justin says, We do want to give you a forum to share your knowledge, experience, and recommendations on how to mitigate a risk or tackle it head-on, or a new idea for a strategy on an emerging risk. [32:25] Margan says some of those things may start as an article and later become a podcast episode. It's key to provide content that RIMS may be looking for, in general. It all starts with reaching out to Morgan or Hilary with an idea. [32:44] Hilary says if you've put together a PowerPoint for a presentation, you probably have a pitch. Morgan says, You've basically got an article or a conversation started. If it's worthwhile to share with a conference audience, it's worthwhile to share with everybody. [33:01] When Hilary meets a risk manager, her favorite questions to ask are What is the most unexpected risk that you've dealt with? What is the number one risk that you've dealt with? What did you not think that you'd be spending your days on? [33:17] Hilary met a risk manager who worked for a group of public universities. He said the biggest unexpected problem that he deals with is kids riding motorized scooters on sidewalks or leaving them for people to trip over. Ebikes catch on fire. 100 kids a year get hurt from them.  [33:56] Hilary says, If you have a situation like that, if there's a risk that you never expected, if nothing else, we'd be really interested to hear about it. [34:05] There are so many topics from 2025 to check out in the Q4 edition of RIMS Risk Management Magazine at RMMagazine.com now. [34:26] In October, the longest U.S. Government shutdown in history occurred. This led to a 10% cut in air traffic capacity and a lapse in the NFIP, which is one of RIMS's top legislative priorities. Once the government reopened, the NFIP was reauthorized until the end of January. [35:06] The NFIP has been kicked down the road for a shorter period than anyone really wants. This was one of the few times it has been allowed to fully lapse. It leaves claims up in the air. [35:46] Homeowners, buyers, and developers in high-risk areas can't get federally-backed mortgages without flood insurance. The lapse put a lot of property purchases in peril or on hold. Morgan says there wasn't a big run on claims in the last 40 days, but there could have been. [36:28] Hilary points out that real estate developers couldn't sell homes in that period in areas where flood insurance is required. There are business impacts that are not storm-related. [37:01] The shutdown had an enormous human toll with people losing jobs or being furloughed and going without money, not being able to pay rent, mortgage, or childcare. SNAP was cut for a significant period. [37:30] Ernst & Young estimated the hit to the GDP as 1 to 1.5%, or a loss of $7 to $14 billion of economic output that would not be made back up after the government reopened. It was a disruption with long-term implications. [37:57] Morgan says We're coming up on another fight as the reopening of the government only lasts until the end of January. If there is debate, as there always has been, we'll go through this process again. How long will that take? Have we learned from our mistake two months ago? [38:22] Morgan says uncertainty is never good for the economy or for our mental well-being. [38:31] Justin says, we're going to cap the conversation for now, and invites Morgan and Hilary back in about five months for the 2026 Mid-year Risk in Review. [38:42] It's been such a pleasure to be rejoined by you here on RIMScast. Everyone can go to RMMagazine.com, and you're already hard at work on Q1 2026, right? Morgan says we put up new articles every week. There's always something new. The digital issues come up every quarter. Check your email inboxes for Editor's Picks, which we will send out once a month! [38:22] Morgan says those are ways to check us out or be reminded that we're out there providing you with information that you can use. [39:30] Morgan says, for RIMS members, there is the RIMS Now newsletter we send out to members quarterly with RIMS-centric news. [39:52] Justin says, It's been a pleasure, and I look forward to seeing you both, hopefully at RISKWORLD in Philadelphia! [40:13] Special thanks again to Morgan O'Rourke and Hilary Tuttle of RIMS Risk Management Magazine and the RIMS Publications Department for joining us here on RIMScast. Remember to listen to Part 1 of this interview, via the link in this episode's show notes. [40:19] Visit RMMagazine.com to check out the Year in Risk feature and the Q4 edition of RIMS Risk Management Magazine. This is reporting from the best in the profession. You can't get any better than RIMS Risk Management Magazine. [40:37] Morgan and Hilary will return for the Mid-year in Risk episode of RIMScast, so subscribe to RIMScast today, don't miss it! [40:44] Plug Time! You can sponsor a RIMScast episode for this, our weekly show, or a dedicated episode. Links to sponsored episodes are in the show notes. [41:11] RIMScast has a global audience of risk and insurance professionals, legal professionals, students, business leaders, C-Suite executives, and more. Let's collaborate and help you reach them! Contact pd@rims.org for more information. [41:29] Become a RIMS member and get access to the tools, thought leadership, and network you need to succeed. Visit RIMS.org/membership or email membershipdept@RIMS.org for more information. [41:46] Risk Knowledge is the RIMS searchable content library that provides relevant information for today's risk professionals. Materials include RIMS executive reports, survey findings, contributed articles, industry research, benchmarking data, and more. [42:01] For the best reporting on the profession of risk management, read Risk Management Magazine at RMMagazine.com. It is written and published by the best minds in risk management. [42:15] Justin Smulison is the Business Content Manager at RIMS. Please remember to subscribe to RIMScast on your favorite podcasting app. You can email us at Content@RIMS.org. 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Reach out and touch us: shiftlesslive@gmail.comIn episode 127 of Shiftless, we celebrate New Year's Eve in Argyle at the newly opened Dusty Roads Bicycle Shop. We sit down with Nico Smith, the shop's founder, to discuss his extensive 21-year career in the bicycle industry, ranging from working in California shops to becoming a Shimano race mechanic. Nico shares his vision of creating a community-focused bicycle lounge where enthusiasts can hang out, learn, and get high-quality service. The conversation spans topics like e-bikes, the local cycling community, and the importance of proper bike maintenance. 00:00 Introduction and New Year's Greetings00:14 Excitement About the New Location01:07 Introducing Dusty Roads Bicycle Shop01:58 Meet Nico Smith: The Bicycle Expert03:04 Nico's Journey in the Bicycle Industry05:19 Moving to Texas and Embracing the Local Cycling Scene08:06 Challenges and Opportunities in the Bicycle Industry09:43 Community and Culture at Dusty Roads Bicycle Shop13:18 The Importance of Local Support and Community Engagement16:40 The Vision for Dusty Roads: A Community Hub33:33 Demo Bikes and Customer Experience37:07 Challenges of Offering a Wide Range of Bikes37:28 Embracing E-Bikes and Manual Bikes38:00 Building a Community-Focused Bike Shop40:11 Navigating the Bicycle Industry's Ups and Downs43:07 The Rise of E-Bikes in the Cycling Market46:02 Texas: A Hub for Cycling Enthusiasts51:27 The Importance of Bike Maintenance and Service53:50 Opening a New Bike Shop: The Journey55:02 Stocking the Best Brands and Products01:03:09 The Future of Cycling: Digital and AI Integration01:12:58 Excitement for the New Shop and Community

In deze speciale aflevering voor de feestdagen, die we van te voren hebben opgenomen, presenteren we de Bright 25, ons jaaroverzicht in tech. Waar de Bright Awards meer zijn gericht op de spullen, kijken we hier meer naar de trends. Geen hoorspel, kort nieuws of tips in deze speciale aflevering, die hoor je volgende week weer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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In this episode of the Tricer Podcast, Drew Miles is joined by BAKCOU Bikes co-founder Dave Andre to talk about how hunting e-bikes are changing the way we access the mountains. Dave walks through the origin of BAKCOU, how he and his brother-in-law went from an excavating business and neurophysiology to building purpose-built e-bikes for Western hunters, and what truly sets their bikes apart from cheap Amazon options. They dig into real hunt stories where e-bikes and scooters made the difference on elk, aoudad, whitetails, and mule deer, plus how overbuilt frames, powerful mid-drive motors, and smart geometry help hunters go farther, quieter, and with more energy for the pack out. The episode wraps with a look at evolving e-bike regulations, ethical trail use, and the “Bigger Than the Hunt” giveaway that unites brands to support kids in need. If you are considering an e-bike this is a must listen podcastBAKCOU BikesInstagram - @bakcoulife - https://www.instagram.com/bakcoulife/Website - https://bakcou.com/TRICER USAWebsite – https://tricerusa.com/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tricerusa/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/tricerusa/YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@tricer6985#tricer #tricergear #tricerpodcast #bakcou #bakcoubikes #huntingebike #westernhunting #backcountryhunting #spotandstalk #elkhunting #muledeerhunting #predatorhunting #publiclandhunter #quietaccess #huntfarther #huntsmarter #huntinggear #conservation #silentassassin

In episode 2 of Bikes: Unaffiliated, Jason Schroeder, Lars Sternberg and Shawn Spomer discuss the evolution of mountain bike technology, focusing on the durability of bikes and components. They explore the expectations riders have for bike longevity, and the importance of community feedback in shaping technology. The conversation also touches on maintenance practices and the balance between cost, weight, and durability in bike design. They delve into the evolution of mountain biking, focusing on suspension setups, the impact of e-bikes on component durability, and the importance of understanding rider skill levels. The crew discusses the challenges of navigating suspension adjustments, the significance of bearing technology, and the lifecycle of bike components. They also dissect where to spend money when building a durable bike.Chapters00:00 Introduction, What's In/What's Out14:10 The Evolution of Mountain Biking Gear18:28 Tires and Tubeless Technology: A Game Changer23:43 The Balance of Durability and Performance29:00 Expectations on Bike Longevity34:05 The Future of Mountain Bike Technology45:20 Dynamic Forks and Rider Preferences48:23 Sensitivity to Suspension Setup51:27 Skill Levels and Equipment Accessibility52:16 Understanding Compression and Adjustments54:29 E-Bikes and Durability Challenges58:17 Headset Issues and Innovations01:03:36 Durability in High-End Bikes01:12:14 E-Bike Technology and Future Considerations01:17:38 Understanding Bike Longevity and Maintenance01:19:41 Investing in Bike Parts for Durability01:22:51 Building a Bike: Prioritizing Components01:26:01 Injury and Its Impact on Riding01:26:10 Choosing the Right Bike and Brand01:29:40 The Lifecycle of Bike Parts and Consumer Expectations01:36:49 Engaging with the Cycling Community

In this special episode, Joe sits down with two innovators shaping the future of hunting mobility. Dieter Kochan, creator of FaceOff EBikes, shares how purpose-built engineering, durability, and scent-reducing advantages are transforming the way hunters access the woods. He dives into his journey in the e-bike industry, the integration of Lone Wolf Custom Gear, and the technical details—like drivetrain choices and component strength—that matter when reliability is everything.   Joe is also joined by Steve Pinkston of Hardcore eCycles, who breaks down the design philosophy behind his Mountain Tamer model. Steve highlights the importance of real engineering collaboration, torque-sensing technology, and responsive power delivery that adapts to the rider. He explains how rider feedback and constant refinement shape bikes that elevate the hunt.   Rather than comparing brands, this episode focuses on shared expertise, thoughtful design, and the craftsmanship behind two companies dedicated to helping hunters go farther, stay quieter, and hunt smarter.

Ran annim! Today, travel medicine specialists Drs. Paul Pottinger & Chris Sanford answer your travel health questions, including:Were children really killed by the COVID vaccine?I'm not vaccinated yet against flu--is it too late now?What is up with bird flu in Washington State?How can I protect myself against ciguatera intoxication?Where do I need Hepatitis A vaccine?E-Bikes: Are they safe?What should I know about gathering mushrooms when I travel?Where can I fly a drone overseas and not get in trouble?We hope you enjoy this podcast! If so, please follow us on the socials @germ.and.worm, subscribe to our RSS feed and share with your friends! We would so appreciate your rating and review to help us grow our audience. And, please visit our website: germandworm.com where you can find all our content and send us your questions and travel health anecdotes. Or, just send us an email: germandworm@gmail.com.Our Disclaimer: The Germ and Worm Podcast is designed to inform, inspire, and entertain. However, this podcast does NOT establish a doctor-patient relationship, and it should NOT replace your conversation with a qualified healthcare professional. Please see one before your next adventure. The opinions in this podcast are Dr. Sanford's & Dr. Pottinger's alone, and do not necessarily represent the opinions of the University of Washington or UW Medicine.

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Just weeks before some tax credits for Affordable Care Act premiums expire, the Trump administration floated a plan to extend the enhanced aid — but it was met with immediate GOP pushback. Meanwhile, health secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says he ordered the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to revise its website to suggest childhood vaccines might be linked to autism. Alice Miranda Ollstein of Politico, Sandhya Raman of CQ Roll Call, and Sarah Karlin-Smith of the Pink Sheet join KFF Health News' Julie Rovner to discuss those stories and more. Also this week, Rovner interviews Joanne Kenen and Joshua Sharfstein about their new book, “Information Sick: How Journalism's Decline and Misinformation's Rise Are Harming Our Health — And What We Can Do About It.” Visit our website for a transcript of this episode.Plus, for “extra credit,” the panelists suggest health policy stories they read this week that they think you should read, too: Julie Rovner: The New Yorker's “A Battle With My Blood,” by Tatiana Schlossberg.  Alice Miranda Ollstein: CNBC's “Meta Halted Research Suggesting Social Media Harm, Court Filing Alleges,” by Jonathan Vanian.  Sarah Karlin-Smith: The Guardian's “Influencers Made Millions Pushing ‘Wild' Births — Now the Free Birth Society Is Linked To Baby Deaths Around the World,” by Sirin Kale and Lucy Osborne.  Sandhya Raman: KFF Health News' “Kids and Teens Go Full Throttle for E-Bikes as Federal Oversight Stalls,” by Kate Ruder.