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In this episode, Bryan is joined by Brandon Rochelle, chair of the USA Fencing Tournament Committee, for a full breakdown of the new points and events structure launching Aug. 1, 2026. They discuss: why USA Fencing felt change was necessary how elite and national event tiers will work why a unified points list is being introduced how points will flow between Division I, junior and cadet what the two-year trial period means what is changing, and what is staying the same For the full explainer, visit this article. --First to 15: The Official Podcast of USA FencingHost: Bryan WendellCover art: Manna CreationsTheme music: Brian Sanyshyn
Woooo hooo! The farm got rain... Unfortunately, it is a month's worth in a couple days, but hard to complain.Zucchini is growing like mad, did anyone say "zucchini boat for lunch???"Fencing project is getting rolling- fence in section 1 is down, 2 wooden posts set.Acorn is working on applying for Canadian Citizenship by Ancestry... More of a "because she can" thing- not like the farmers are going to up and skedaddle across the border... Talk about a project... Has kept her busy, along with riding the bike.
Amit Shah's Explosive Statement: 5000 to 10,000 Illegals Leaving Bengal Daily
Fencing is a big deal and a big process, but Cumberland Penn & Fence strive to make that easy. On this episode, Hunter Young joins Luke Ramey to discuss how his business strives to offer quality fencing and affordable prices. He speaks on the journey he's taken in life, and how it ultimately all led him into the world of entrepreneurship. Listen To The Local Matters Podcast Today! News Talk 94.1
VHalter, a company specializing in virtual fencing technology, has introduced a direct-to-satellite system that expands its reach, benefiting cattle producers with large, challenging terrains
Do you ever get that feeling that there's an invisible fence around you that you can't see, therefore how will you break free from it? And mature women with decades of spiritual training really feel this. We've been down in the excavation. We have removed the layers. We've seen the things. We've had the revelations. We have changed. We have transformed. We have alchemized. And then we still feel that invisible fence. What do we do about that? Today, we have Cheryl Stelte on the call, who is a spiritual coach, a master healer, speaker and she is the founder of The Star of Divine Light Institute. She's gonna help us with some beautiful revelations and insights. Join us, to find out more! Cheryl Stelte is a best selling author, a healer and a mentor for over 27 years. She offers personalized chakra readings and subconscious reprogramming. Her 5 day, in person Break Through retreat is designed to overcome obstacles and heal the subconscious blocks holding you back and help you step into the most powerful version of your true self. She created The Azarias Energy Healing Certification. An intensely transformational nine month chakra healing program to become a clear channel for spirit, find the unique healing modality lying dormant within. Learn how to develop it and teach it to others. The Shining Throat Chakra program finds the root cause of neck and throat issues. Personalized, self paced, spiritual healing targeted for your throat chakra, the gateway of empowerment and expression of your soul's purpose. Cheryl has also transformed her own personal journey from frustration to fulfillment into her Client Magnet Program to help coaches release limiting beliefs, clear subconscious energetic blocks and empower themselves to attract ideal clients and gain financial success. Watch or listen to the show for practical tips to learn what invisible fences may be holding you back from your true potential and practical tips on what you can do about it. You’re Invited! CHERYL STELTE BIO Cheryl Stelte is a spiritual coach, master healer, speaker, and 3-time bestselling author. She is the founder of the Star of Divine Light Institute and creator of the Azarias Energy Healing work. For over 30 years, Cheryl has guided spiritually mature women who have spent years in meditation, therapy, and personal growth—yet still sense something deeper has not fully shifted. She leads them through profound subconscious and nervous system reprogramming that creates deep shifts that truly last. Rather than adding more surface-level practices, Cheryl's work goes to the root of long-held survival patterns, helping women experience real breakthroughs and become their own energy workers. Her clients don't just gain insight—they embody who they truly are beneath the patterns. With decades of experience across trauma-informed healing, spiritual leadership, meditation, and energetic re-patterning, Cheryl brings both depth and precision to the transformational work she leads. LINKS Web: https://starofdivinelight.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cheryl.stelte/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5vWo_w4cKOnBeM_M0qsUnA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/steltecheryl/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cheryl-stelte/ YOUR GUIDE TO SOUL NECTAR: KERRI HUMMINGBIRD Kerri Hummingbird, Medicine Woman, Mother and Mentor, is the Founder of Inner Medicine Training, a Mystery School that shares potent ancient traditions from the Andes and Himalayas for owning your wisdom and living your purpose. She is the #1 international best-selling author of “Inner Medicine: Becoming One with Mother Earth for the Survival of Humanity”, “Love Is Fierce: Healing the Mother Wound”, “The Second Wave: Transcending the Human Drama” (on the int'l bestseller charts for over 6 years) and the award-winning best-selling book “Awakening To Me: One Woman's Journey To Self Love” which describes the early years of her spiritual awakening. As the host of Soul Nectar Show, Ms. Hummingbird inspires people to lead their lives wide awake with an authenticity, passion and purpose that positively impacts others. As a healer and mentor, she catalyzes mind-shifts that transform life challenges into gifts of wisdom. If you are wondering what the heck is going on, the answer is simple. We are in the process of a massive shift in consciousness that can most aptly be described as the metamorphosis from caterpillar to butterfly. As a medicine woman, I guide you to the next deepest understanding and embodiment of yourself as a spiritual being. Whether you receive a shamanic healing session, participate in the Reinvent Yourself Training program, or join us for Inner Medicine Training, one thing is certain: you will connect more deeply with your true self and learn to navigate the changes in your life from an empowered space within. SCHEDULE A FREE DISCOVERY SESSION: https://tinyurl.com/SoulNectarChat JOIN SOUL NECTAR TRIBE! https://kerrihummingbird.com/membership In Soul Nectar Tribe, we are joining forces to influence a new conversation on the planet…one that respects and honors all of life and looks forward seven generations to ensure the consequences of our actions are what we choose to create for our descendents. When we join our sparks together in community and comraderie, we become a powerful beacon of light and hope. FREE GIFTS! 1. 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In this episode, Greg Judy shares practical, field-tested lessons on building profitable and resilient multi-species grazing systems. This remastered session dives into the infrastructure, grazing strategies, drought planning, and diversified income streams that help producers improve pasture performance while reducing dependence on costly inputs. From fencing and portable paddocks to hunting leases and soil health, Greg explains how intentional management can dramatically improve both profitability and land resilience.
In this episode Daniel is talking to Thomas Martine. He is a professional fencer from France, training in Italy to be part of the Olympics in 2028. They discuss how light improved Thomas' recovery and performance. This episode is also about routines and mindset an athlete needs to be on the top of his field. Finally they both also talk about the general sport as it is a fascinating niche, not many people know about. Thomas Martine - Professional Fencer, psychology student and consultant for fencingInstagram: @toto_fencingDaniel Sentker (Host) Chiropraktor M.Sc., Heilpraktiker, Referent und Mitgründer von Lichtblock:Instagram: @daniel.sentkerLichtblock: https://lichtblock.shopInstagram: @lichtblock.shopThe Podcast: Lichtblock ProfessionalsWe introduce you to experts who can give you exciting insights and tips from the field and thus create new ways of thinking for you. The focus is on the areas of light, sleep and lifestyle. We also cover topics such as exercise, nutrition and mindset. With our podcast we want to support you in finding the best compromise between the digital world and nature. Red light and blueblocker glasses can be of great help. But the focus is not on our own products, we mainly want to promote a positive and healthy lifestyle. If you have any questions, comments or ideas, feel free to drop us a line at podcast@lichtblock.shop or on Instagram @lichtblock.shop
Zoya is a mindset coach and fencing mentor based in Chicago USA. In this episode she talks to Fran about how to fence authentically under pressure, and deal with our own inner battles - often our biggest challenge.Listen to Zoya's story for advice on how to approach your own fencing mindset, dealing with mental hurdles, and the path to mentoring and coaching for yourself.
It's Trans History Week in the UK, so we're taking you back to one of our first and favourite episodes ever from Season 1.This is the unbelievably wild life story of the Chevalier d'Éon: transgender spy, soldier, and sleuth of the French Enlightenment.Assigned male at birth, Charles eventually transitioned to become Charlotte, before discovering the humiliating constraints of life as an 18th century woman. She later escaped the French Revolution and lived out her final days in London, writing her memoirs (CHIC) and fighting master swordsmen on stage – in a dress! – for extra cash.
The Land Podcast - The Pursuit of Land Ownership and Investing
Welcome to the land podcast, a platform for people looking to educate themselves in the world of land ownership, land investing, staying up to date with current land trends in the Midwest, and hearing from industry experts and professionals. On today's episode, we are back in the studio with Kaleb Greiner. We discuss: Mature bucks thrive in overlooked cover pockets. Small ditch farms can outperform big timber farms. Seclusion from roads matters more than acreage. Waterholes can dramatically improve deer movement. Deer use waterholes year-round, not just in summer. Overdoing CRP can remove critical destination food. Alfalfa outperforms clover during drought conditions. Fencing grain plots is essential in high-density areas. TSI improvements can impact deer movement immediately. Permission hunting still produces giant bucks consistently. And so much more! Thanks again for all of the support from our partners—none of this would've been possible without them! -Moultrie: https://bit.ly/moultrie_ -Hawke Optics | Use Code WHTL for 15% off: https://bit.ly/hawkeoptics_ -OnX: https://bit.ly/onX_Hunt -Painted Arrow: bit.ly/PaintedArrow - Buck Land Funding: https://www.firstbankers.com/bucklandfunding - Latitude Outdoors: https://www.latitudeoutdoors.com/ - Whitetail Master Academy https://www.whitetailmasteracademy.com - Use code 'HOFER' to save 10% off at www.theprairiefarm.com - Massive potential tax savings: ASMLABS.Net
In this episode, Bryan talks with Brad Suchorski, USA Fencing's Director of Membership, Service and Growth, about the bigger picture behind collegiate fencing expansion. They cover: Why college fencing growth is more complicated than it looks from the outside What stood out from the NCAA Fencing Championships at Notre Dame Why separate men's and women's team titles matter What families often misunderstand about college fencing How schools decide whether to add sports What athletic directors want to know before adding fencing Why enrollment, sustainability and gender equity all matter in those conversations How USA Fencing approaches schools and cultivates long-term relationships Recent momentum in collegiate fencing growth How college fairs, Recruiting 101 sessions and College Connect help student-athletes connect with programs Why supporting existing college programs is just as important as adding new ones How the fencing community can help support collegiate growth --First to 15: The Official Podcast of USA FencingHost: Bryan WendellCover art: Manna CreationsTheme music: Brian Sanyshyn
Virtual fencing is gaining attention in livestock production, and this episode breaks down what dairy producers need to know before trying it. Brad explains how virtual fencing uses GPS-enabled collars or ear tags, audio cues, and electrical cues to manage grazing animals within digital boundaries. He also shares lessons from training heifers with virtual fence collars, including the adjustment period, the importance of using a physical fence during training, and how animals typically learn the system within about a week.The episode also compares several virtual fencing systems available to U.S. producers, including Vence, Gallagher, Halter, and Nofence. Brad walks through major considerations such as collar weight, cellular versus base station connectivity, battery life, subscription fees, and upfront costs. He also discusses how virtual fencing may compare financially with traditional physical fencing and why more research is needed to understand its fit in dairy grazing systems.Brad also previews upcoming virtual fencing work at the University of Minnesota West Central Research and Outreach Center, where multiple systems will be tested with dairy cattle to better understand labor needs, cost, practicality, and overall performance in real grazing conditions. Questions, comments, scathing rebuttals? -> themoosroom@umn.edu or call 612-624-3610 and leave us a message!Linkedin -> The Moos RoomTwitter -> @UMNmoosroom and @UMNFarmSafetyFacebook -> @UMNDairyYouTube -> UMN Beef and Dairy and UMN Farm Safety and HealthInstagram -> @UMNWCROCDairyExtension WebsiteAgriAmerica Podcast Directory
Direct-to-satellite collars aim to open remote grazing land to digital management.
Interview with Winnipeg's Fencing. Also, a quick check up with Worrywart during their tour.
BCIA would mark this EEG wrong — Jay Gunkelman calls it vascular ischemia anyway. Jay goes in **blind** — no diagnosis, no report — and disagrees with Joshua's TBI read on the exact same 50-year-old EEG. Joshua reviewed it live on The Brain Bar the night before. The next day on Thursday Carnac, Jay cold-reads the slow alpha at PZ, lands on hyperbaric + 40 Hz photobiomodulation, and shows how neurofeedback fits into the treatment plan. Read the brain, treatment follows the brain. The story doesn't matter.
Not long ago, virtual fencing felt like a “maybe someday” idea. Today, ranchers are using it in some of the toughest country out there.Virtual fencing isn't exactly a new conversation anymore, but how and where it's being used continues to evolve.In this episode, we head off the prairie and into a forest allotment in western Montana. With rugged terrain, wildlife pressure, and little to no traditional fence, this is a real-world look at how the technology performs when things get complicated.Host Haylie Shipp is joined by Jim Felton of Felton Angus Ranch and Grace Inglee with Vence to walk through how virtual fencing works, how it's being used on forest allotments, and what ranchers are learning along the way.In This Episode What virtual fencing is and how it works How it performs on forest allotments vs open prairie Managing cattle in rough terrain without traditional fence Time savings, labor considerations, and adoption Lessons learned from real-world use ResourcesPrevious episode:An Unfiltered Rancher Response to Virtual Fencinghttps://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/2166701/episodes/16149902-an-unfiltered-rancher-response-to-virtual-fencingUpcoming events:https://ranchstewards.org/eventsWhy This MattersAt the Ranch Stewards Podcast, we focus on the intersection of ranching, conservation, and community.This episode brings all three together and highlights how tools like virtual fencing can help producers manage land more effectively while staying connected to the landscapes and people that matter most.This podcast is brought to you in part by Vence.Learn more: https://www.merck-animal-health-usa.com/hub/vence/Support the showThe Ranchers Stewardship Alliance (RSA) is a rancher-led, grassroots organization, dedicated to improving the quality of life for rural communities throughout the Northern Great Plains. Through collaborative conservation projects, rancher education events, and local community outreach, RSA works to strengthen our rural community, economy, and culture for generations to come.For more on the Ranchers Stewardship Alliance, head to www.RanchStewards.org and follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Your feedback is always welcome. Email info@ranchstewards.org. Want to support our mission? Visit www.ranchstewards.org/support.
Join The Man of the West as he discovers Petty Fencing isn't what you build when you just want to get even with your neighbor, and Tolkien gives a reader a fierce defense of Faramir, Éowyn, and their love. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Scott and Eben discuss a record marathon performance, with Sabastian Sawe becoming the first person to break the two-hour mark in an official race. They talk Adidas vs. Nike, shoes vs. humans, and some other storylines. They also talk about new technology in fencing, and technology they wish the NHL would adopt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Anisha heads to Geraldine High School to learn about their farming skills course, the Primary Industries Academy.Learn more about Geraldine High School's Primary Industries Academy here.You can find photos here.With thanks to:Sarah Foley-SmithDan DouglassStruan MooreStudents of Geraldine High SchoolGo to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Gianina chats with an Otago taxidermist during the roar; Sally visits Halcombe, a community remembering its Home Guard this ANZAC weekend, and Anisha heads to Geraldine High School to learn about a farming pathways course.You can find photos and read more about the stories in this episode on our webpage, here.In this episode:0:40 - Roar Ready4:41 - Rural News Wrap11:08 - From Farm to Front Line: Halcombe honours its Home Guard29:17 - Fencing in the classroomWith thanks to:Oliver GarlandAlex ShortWayne ShortSarah Foley-SmithDan DouglassStruan MooreStudents of Geraldine High SchoolMake sure you're following us on your favourite podcast app, so you don't miss new episodes every Friday evening.Send us your feedback or get in touch at country@rnz.co.nzGo to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
It is portal season which means things are uncertain for all college basketball teams...including Carolina (4:25) (to the point the roster changed twice while we were recording the show)Spring FB is underway as the Tar Heels look for big improvement in year two under Bill Belichick (15:19)Denver Nuggets play-by-play man Jason Kosmicki joins to talk Michael Malone's tenure in Denver (32:31)Fencing national champion Youssef Shamel joins (43:52)Plus: postcard floodgates are open (1:30:10), a VERY familiar HCYJT (1:49:27), Zoox (1:58:25) and we preview the upcoming #RoadHouseChallenge (2:07:46)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Welcome to Day 2836 of Wisdom-Trek, and thank you for joining me. This is Guthrie Chamberlain, Your Guide to Wisdom – Fencing the Torah: When Guardrails Become a Cage Wisdom-Trek Podcast Script - Day 2836 Welcome to Wisdom-Trek with Gramps! I am Guthrie Chamberlain, and we are on Day 2836 of our Trek. The Purpose of Wisdom-Trek is to create a legacy of wisdom, to seek out discernment and insights, and to boldly grow where few have chosen to grow before. Our current series of Theology Thursday lessons is written by theologian and teacher John Daniels. I have found that his lessons are short, easy to understand, doctrinally sound, and applicable to all who desire to learn more of God's Word. John's lessons can be found on his website theologyinfive.com. Today's lesson is titled: Fencing the Torah: When Guardrails Become a Cage. The Mosaic Law was never meant to be a burden. It was a covenantal gift from Yahweh, designed to keep Israel from being consumed by the idolatry and sin of the nations around them. Its commands were meant to cultivate holiness, justice, and a faithful relationship between Yahweh and His people. However, in the generations following the Babylonian exile, something began to shift. Out of a fear of repeating the sins of the past, religious leaders began to surround the Law with extra rules, commonly known as “fences around the Torah.” These were man-made traditions designed to prevent even accidental violations of the Law. While the intent may have been preservation, the result was often distortion. The first segment is: The Growth of Extra Regulations. After the exile, leaders such as the Pharisees sought to ensure that Israel would never again provoke divine judgment. They added extensive interpretations and safeguards, believing they were honoring the Law by keeping people far from even the edge of disobedience. For example, the Sabbath commandment, which was meant to provide rest and space to reflect on God's provision, was expanded with dozens of additional rules specifying what constituted work. These additions turned a gift into a source of stress. The system became increasingly intricate. Laws were applied in every possible situation with minute precision, yet the heart of the Law, faithful devotion to Yahweh, was often lost in the process. The goal had shifted from walking with God to avoiding missteps. The fences were built so high and wide that they began to obscure the path they were meant to protect. The second segment is: The Burden of Legalism. Though rooted in a desire for holiness, these extra laws often led to legalism. External behavior was emphasized over internal transformation. What mattered was checking the boxes, not cultivating a heart of loyalty and love for God. Jesus exposed this problem throughout His ministry. In Matthew 23 verses 23-24, He rebuked the Pharisees for focusing on the smallest details of tithing while neglecting the weightier matters of the Law, justice, mercy, and faithfulness. He accused them of straining out gnats while swallowing camels. One striking example is the practice of Corban, described in Mark 7 verses 11-13. Religious leaders allowed people to dedicate their money or possessions to God as a loophole to avoid using those resources to care for their aging parents. It technically followed the rules, but in doing so, it directly violated the commandment to honor one's father and mother. What was permitted by tradition became a contradiction of Scripture. The third segment is: From Relationship to Ritual. The deeper tragedy of these added laws was how they shifted the focus from relationship to ritual. Ritual purity took the place of heart purity. Elaborate handwashing ceremonies and detailed rules about cleanliness became central, as seen in Mark 7: verses 1-8. But Jesus made clear that the real impurity was in the heart, not on the hands. The Law had become a system of external conformity that missed its own spiritual core. These traditions also created barriers for Gentiles. What was meant to be a light to the nations became a maze of regulations that few could navigate. Rather than making Yahweh known to the world, the Law became a source of exclusion. Holiness was measured by performance, not by devotion, and people who genuinely sought after God were often discouraged or kept at a distance. The fourth segment is: Jesus and the Fulfillment of the Law. Jesus did not reject the Law. He fulfilled it. He brought clarity to its purpose and corrected the man-made traditions that had clouded its meaning. When asked what the greatest commandments were, He answered simply: love God and love your neighbor. Everything else depended on those two truths. His healings on the Sabbath, His rebukes of legalism, and His teachings on mercy all pointed to this deeper purpose. The Law was meant to shape a people who reflected Yahweh's character. Jesus demonstrated that true obedience flows from a transformed heart, not rule-following. He showed that the Law, at its best, reveals the holiness of God and calls His people into faithful relationship with Him—not burdensome perfectionism, but believing loyalty. In Conclusion. The additional rules created by Jewish authorities were an attempt to safeguard holiness, but in practice, they often concealed the heart of the Law rather than preserving it. They turned what was meant to be a guide into a trap. When Jesus came, He tore down the fences to restore the original intent. The Law was not given to generate pride or exclusion. It was a path to walk with God, grounded in love, justice, mercy, and faithfulness. Faithful devotion to Yahweh has never been about meticulous compliance. It has always been about trust, worship, and a life oriented around His holiness. The lesson is clear. Whenever man-made rules overshadow the heart of God's Word, we risk building fences that trap instead of guide. To explore this study further, consider these Discussion Questions. What motivated Jewish leaders to create fences around the Torah, and why did these intentions sometimes go wrong? How did these added regulations affect people's ability to draw near to Yahweh? In what ways did Jesus challenge the legalism of His day, and what does that reveal about the true purpose of the Law? Can modern religious traditions sometimes fall into the same trap? How can we guard against it? How do love, justice, and mercy help us interpret and live out God's commands today? Join us next Theology Thursday to learn The Marcionism Heresy: When Jesus was Separated from Yahweh. If you found this podcast insightful, please subscribe and leave us a review, then encourage your friends and family to join us and come along tomorrow for another day of ‘Wisdom-Trek, Creating a Legacy.' Thank you so much for allowing me to be your guide, mentor, and, most importantly, I am your friend as I serve you through this Wisdom-Trek podcast and journal. As we take this Trek of life together, let us always: Liv Abundantly. Love Unconditionally. Listen Intentionally. Learn Continuously. Lend to others Generously. Lead with Integrity. Leave a Living Legacy Each Day. I am Guthrie Chamberlain, reminding you to, “Keep Moving Forward, Enjoy your journey, and create a great day, every day! Join me next time for more daily wisdom!
Welcome to Day 2831 of Wisdom-Trek, and thank you for joining me. This is Guthrie Chamberlain, Your Guide to Wisdom – Theology Thursday – J R R Tolkien's Theological Imagination: Rebellion, Redemption, and the Divine Pattern Wisdom-Trek Podcast Script - Day 2831 Welcome to Wisdom-Trek with Gramps! I am Guthrie Chamberlain, and we are on Day 2831 of our Trek. The Purpose of Wisdom-Trek is to create a legacy of wisdom, to seek out discernment and insights, and to boldly grow where few have chosen to grow before. Our current series of Theology Thursday lessons is written by theologian and teacher John Daniels. I have found that his lessons are short, easy to understand, doctrinally sound, and applicable to all who desire to learn more of God's Word. John's lessons can be found on his website theologyinfive.com. Today's lesson is titled: J R R Tolkien's Theological Imagination: Rebellion, Redemption, and the Divine Pattern. J R R Tolkien believed storytelling was a sacred act. As a devout Catholic, his fiction was shaped not by overt allegory but by deep theological truths. Through the concept of subcreation, Tolkien affirmed that humans, made in the image of the Creator, have the capacity to craft secondary worlds that echo divine realities. While The Lord of the Rings is not an allegory, its themes align powerfully with Christian theology and the Divine Council Worldview (DCWV), a framework in Scripture that speaks of God ruling among other spiritual beings and assigning nations to them after Babel. The first segment is: The Powers and Principalities of Arda. Tolkien's legendarium includes a clear divine hierarchy. At the top is Eru Ilúvatar, the One, creator of all. He is the source of the Ainulindalë-the- the Music of the Ainur-through which the world is first imagined. Even when Melkor introduces discord into the harmony, seeking to dominate the music with his own themes, Eru responds not with destruction but with deeper orchestration. He tells Melkor that all the discord he weaves will only serve to make the final symphony more profound. Nothing, not even rebellion, lies outside Eru's ultimate sovereignty. This reflects a vision of God's authority that is both supreme and redemptive, where even the schemes of the wicked are ultimately turned to the fulfillment of divine purpose. Below Ilúvatar are the Ainur, powerful spiritual beings created before the shaping of the world. Among them, the Valar function as guardian spirits of Arda, similar in structure to the Divine Council of Psalm 82. The Maiar, lesser but still mighty beings, assist the Valar. Gandalf and Sauron both belong to this order. Just as in Divine Council Worldview, where God delegates spiritual authority to lesser elohim, Tolkien's mythos reflects a structure where divine beings are given spheres of responsibility. Yet, like in Scripture, rebellion corrupts this order, setting the stage for cosmic conflict. In the end, those spirits who persist in rebellion are not merely restrained but ultimately removed forever from the renewed creation. Their fate reflects the biblical destiny of the fallen sons of God, whose judgment ensures that the restored order will no longer be corrupted by their presence. The second segment is: Melkor, Sauron, and the Corruption of Divine Authority Melkor, later known as Morgoth, the mightiest of the Ainur, mirrors the rebel gods in biblical theology. His pride leads him to seek domination rather than stewardship. Morgoth's rebellion reflects the cosmic insurrection of Psalm 82 and Isaiah 14, spiritual beings grasping for power they were never meant to wield. Sauron, his chief lieutenant, becomes a second-tier deceiver who continues Morgoth's dark legacy. Like the sons of God in Genesis 6 and Deuteronomy 32, Sauron imposes false worship and enslaves others, manipulating through fear and domination. The rings of power function almost like tokens of delegated but twisted authority, tools meant for order, turned toward control. The third segment is: Sacred Geography and Territorial Spirits Middle-earth is shaped by geography charged with meaning. From the spiritual corruption of Mordor to the divine echoes of Lothlórien and the exile of Númenor, Tolkien paints a world where places are more than political. They are spiritual battlegrounds. This resonates with the DCWV understanding of cosmic geography, the biblical idea that certain regions are under the influence of rebellious divine beings. Tolkien's world shows that the land itself can groan under the weight of spiritual oppression or be hallowed by divine presence. The Fourth Segment is: Free Will, Providence, and the Role of Mortals Tolkien's theology insists that free will matters, even in a world shaped by fate. This mirrors the DCWV framework in which God's imagers, both divine and human, are granted real choice. The fall of Melkor and Sauron is not deterministic, nor is Frodo's endurance guaranteed. Instead, history is a tapestry of choices woven into divine purposes. Even Gollum, an unlikely figure, plays a providential role through his disobedience. As Elrond says, “Even the very wise cannot see all ends.” God remains sovereign in Tolkien's world, but human (and hobbit) agency is honored. At the same time, Tolkien also shows that Ilúvatar does not remain distant. When free will threatens to unravel the entire order of creation-such as with the rebellion of Númenor-Eru steps in directly. That rebellion was not born in a vacuum. It was Sauron, functioning as a kind of Satan figure, who seduced the Númenóreans with promises of godhood, twisting their fear of death into a desire for domination. Under his influence, they turned against the Valar and Ilúvatar himself. In response, Ilúvatar reshapes the world, removes Valinor from its physical reach, and ensures the continuation of his plan. Divine intervention is rare, but never absent, reflecting a theology where human freedom is real, yet ultimately guided by a higher will. The fifth segment is: Christ Figures and Divine Reversal Tolkien avoids a single Christ figure, but the roles of prophet, priest, and king are reflected across characters. Gandalf, as a Maia, is sent back as a resurrected figure who guides and speaks truth. Frodo, the suffering servant, bears the burden of evil though it scars him permanently. Aragorn, the hidden king, returns to heal and rule with justice. Their combined roles reflect a mosaic of messianic themes, aligned with DCWV's understanding that God's rule is ultimately restored through His chosen representative. The sixth Segment is: The Redemption of the Noldor One of the most profound theological arcs in Tolkien's legendarium is the redemption of the Noldor. These High Elves, once dwellers in the light of Valinor, chose rebellion. Under Fëanor, they defied the Valar, left the Blessed Realm without permission, and pursued Morgoth in pride and vengeance. Their exile into Middle-earth was a direct consequence of their disobedience, and their long suffering across the First, Second, and Third Ages reflects the cost of that choice. And yet, by the time of The Lord of the Rings, the story shifts. Elrond, Galadriel, and others of Noldorin descent are no longer defined by rebellion but by wisdom, sacrifice, and faithful stewardship. Galadriel, who once sought dominion and glory, now resists the temptation of the One Ring. Elrond becomes a healer, counselor, and protector. Their final return to Valinor is not a defeat or escape, but a homecoming long delayed. It is the restoration of exiles whose hearts have been refined by ages of sorrow and service. This echoes the biblical pattern of return from exile, of forgiveness extended to those who wandered far but endured. Their story is not one of perfection, but of transformation. In the end, the Noldor who return do so not in pride, but in humility. And Valinor, far from rejecting them, welcomes them home. In Conclusion Tolkien didn't write sermons, but he did what theology often fails to do. He made us feel the weight of glory, the darkness of evil, and the staggering grace of redemption. His myth tells the same cosmic story as Scripture: creation, rebellion, judgment, mercy, and restoration. By embedding DCWV themes into his secondary world, Tolkien baptized the imagination and helped countless readers glimpse the true story beneath all stories. For further study, consider these Discussion Questions How does Tolkien's portrayal of Eru Ilúvatar compare to the biblical view of God's sovereignty, especially in response to rebellion? In what ways does the story of the Noldor reflect biblical themes of exile, refinement, and return? How does Tolkien depict the relationship between free will and divine providence across different characters and events? What parallels can be drawn between Sauron's temptation of Númenor and the biblical role of Satan in stirring rebellion? How does Tolkien's treatment of spiritual rebellion and ultimate judgment align with the destiny of fallen divine beings in Scripture? Join us next Theology Thursday to learn Fencing the Torah: When Guardrails Become a Cage If you found this podcast insightful, please subscribe and leave us a review, then...
Title of podcast: Mastering the Mindset of Resilience: Olympic Fencing, Leadership, and the Power of Process Over Outcome with Alexander Toffolides In this episode of the Superstar Communicator Podcast, host Susan Heaton-Wright speaks with Alexander Toffolides, Cyprus's first Olympic fencer, who competed in the 2024 Paris Olympics. Alexander Toffolides shares insights from his 21-year journey in elite sport, discusses the importance of mastering resilience, and explains how performing under pressure relates to both sports and everyday life. The conversation covers his Olympic experiences, mental preparation, and valuable lessons about taking responsibility and enjoying the process. Key Points from the Interview What is Fencing? Alexander Toffolides explains fencing as "physical chess," a sport where strength, strategy, and tactics matter more than physique or gender. Fencing's history is tied to dueling, but today it's accessible and inclusive 02:04. Olympic Experience and Unique Opening Ceremony Describes the Paris Olympic Games as magical, with the opening ceremony held on boats along the River Seine, a moment watched by 2 billion people. Alexander Toffolides chose to enjoy the experience, prioritizing being present over staying dry in the rain 03:01. The Path to Elite Sports Becoming an elite athlete is fueled by enjoyment and dedication. Success requires a holistic effort, including mental and physical preparation, good sleep, and nutrition—not just training 04:32, 05:40. Responsibility and Self-Leadership in Pursuing Goals Alexander Toffolides details his transition from representing Britain (supported by a full coaching staff) to Cyprus (self-managing every aspect). This required taking full responsibility and accountability for his journey 11:13. Process Over Outcome Key learning: focus on the process, not the outcome. Even when giving 100% effort, results can be out of your control due to circumstances or competition 14:26. Progress is not always linear; failures and setbacks can lead to valuable development 15:33. Controlling the Controllables Emphasizes the concept of "controlling the controllables"—you can only fully control your own actions and reactions, not external circumstances or other people 16:31. Mental Preparation for Performing Under Pressure Describes his "mental warm-up": Focusing on the present through box breathing, Rationalizing and verbalizing negative thoughts, Scenario planning by visualizing how to react in different situations 24:06, 25:04. Reward and Self-Kindness After intense preparation, rewarding oneself and celebrating is essential. Be kind to yourself to sustain motivation and confidence 08:52. Top Tips for Success Take responsibility: "You are the captain of your own ship." Prioritize process over outcome. Apply holistic effort to all preparation. Build a supportive community around you. Most importantly—enjoy the journey 26:30. Looking Ahead Alexander Toffolides is preparing for upcoming competitions including the Commonwealth Games, European Games, and aims for the 2028 LA Olympics. He's also focused on sharing his message through workshops and media 28:25. Connecting With Alexander Book: "Fighting for Your Dream: Mastering Resilience and Performing When It Really Matters," available on Amazon. Website: alextoffoleedies.com Socials: Instagram and LinkedIn 29:18. This episode offers lessons in pursuing excellence, maintaining resilience, and applying the mindset of elite performance to any area of life. Download the transcript of the interview Alexander Toffolides is Cyprus's first Olympic fencer, having competed at the 2024 Paris Olympics after a remarkable 21-year journey in elite sport. Born to a British mother and Cypriot father, Alex initially represented Britain—becoming a British national champion and European Games champion—before switching to compete for Cyprus in honor of his late father and family heritage. His path to Olympic qualification was anything but straightforward, facing heartbreaks as he narrowly missed out on previous Games and ultimately achieving his dream after years of relentless dedication. Alex's journey was marked by resilience, personal responsibility, and the ability to perform under intense pressure, often without a large support team behind him. Today, Alexander Toffolides is not only an athlete, but also an author ("Fighting for Your Dream: Mastering Resilience and Performing When It Really Matters"), motivational speaker, and performance mindset coach. He helps individuals and organizations excel when it counts most, sharing practical strategies drawn from his own experiences in both sport and life. We create this podcast to empower others to speak and communicate with impact. Weselffund. If you value our content, we would be so grateful if you could'buy us a coffee' https://www.buymeacoffee.com/superstarcomms Why not grab our Ten Top Tips to Being a SuperStar Communicator here Buy the SuperStar Communicator 30 Day Plan here Find out more about Susan Heaton-Wright–our host:https://offers.superstarcommunicator.com/susan-heaton-wright Check out our SuperStar Communicator Store:https://offers.superstarcommunicator.com/superstar-communicator-store SuperStar Communicator deliver a range of speeches, masterclasses, facilitated workshops and coaching for emerging leaders. We focus on empowering emerging talent to speak and communicate with clarity,confidence and credibility. If you would like more details please email us at hello@superstarcommunicator.com or why not book a call. You can listen to all episodes of the SuperStar Communicator podcast and subscribe here.
Title of podcast: Mastering the Mindset of Resilience: Olympic Fencing, Leadership, and the Power of Process Over Outcome with Alexander Toffolides In this episode of the Superstar Communicator Podcast, host Susan Heaton-Wright speaks with Alexander Toffolides, Cyprus's first Olympic fencer, who competed in the 2024 Paris Olympics. Alexander Toffolides shares insights from his 21-year journey in elite sport, discusses the importance of mastering resilience, and explains how performing under pressure relates to both sports and everyday life. The conversation covers his Olympic experiences, mental preparation, and valuable lessons about taking responsibility and enjoying the process. Key Points from the Interview What is Fencing? Alexander Toffolides explains fencing as "physical chess," a sport where strength, strategy, and tactics matter more than physique or gender. Fencing's history is tied to dueling, but today it's accessible and inclusive 02:04. Olympic Experience and Unique Opening Ceremony Describes the Paris Olympic Games as magical, with the opening ceremony held on boats along the River Seine, a moment watched by 2 billion people. Alexander Toffolides chose to enjoy the experience, prioritizing being present over staying dry in the rain 03:01. The Path to Elite Sports Becoming an elite athlete is fueled by enjoyment and dedication. Success requires a holistic effort, including mental and physical preparation, good sleep, and nutrition—not just training 04:32, 05:40. Responsibility and Self-Leadership in Pursuing Goals Alexander Toffolides details his transition from representing Britain (supported by a full coaching staff) to Cyprus (self-managing every aspect). This required taking full responsibility and accountability for his journey 11:13. Process Over Outcome Key learning: focus on the process, not the outcome. Even when giving 100% effort, results can be out of your control due to circumstances or competition 14:26. Progress is not always linear; failures and setbacks can lead to valuable development 15:33. Controlling the Controllables Emphasizes the concept of "controlling the controllables"—you can only fully control your own actions and reactions, not external circumstances or other people 16:31. Mental Preparation for Performing Under Pressure Describes his "mental warm-up": Focusing on the present through box breathing, Rationalizing and verbalizing negative thoughts, Scenario planning by visualizing how to react in different situations 24:06, 25:04. Reward and Self-Kindness After intense preparation, rewarding oneself and celebrating is essential. Be kind to yourself to sustain motivation and confidence 08:52. Top Tips for Success Take responsibility: "You are the captain of your own ship." Prioritize process over outcome. Apply holistic effort to all preparation. Build a supportive community around you. Most importantly—enjoy the journey 26:30. Looking Ahead Alexander Toffolides is preparing for upcoming competitions including the Commonwealth Games, European Games, and aims for the 2028 LA Olympics. He's also focused on sharing his message through workshops and media 28:25. Connecting With Alexander Book: "Fighting for Your Dream: Mastering Resilience and Performing When It Really Matters," available on Amazon. Website: alextoffoleedies.com Socials: Instagram and LinkedIn 29:18. This episode offers lessons in pursuing excellence, maintaining resilience, and applying the mindset of elite performance to any area of life. Download the transcript of the interview Alexander Toffolides is Cyprus's first Olympic fencer, having competed at the 2024 Paris Olympics after a remarkable 21-year journey in elite sport. Born to a British mother and Cypriot father, Alex initially represented Britain—becoming a British national champion and European Games champion—before switching to compete for Cyprus in honor of his late father and family heritage. His path to Olympic qualification was anything but straightforward, facing heartbreaks as he narrowly missed out on previous Games and ultimately achieving his dream after years of relentless dedication. Alex's journey was marked by resilience, personal responsibility, and the ability to perform under intense pressure, often without a large support team behind him. Today, Alexander Toffolides is not only an athlete, but also an author ("Fighting for Your Dream: Mastering Resilience and Performing When It Really Matters"), motivational speaker, and performance mindset coach. He helps individuals and organizations excel when it counts most, sharing practical strategies drawn from his own experiences in both sport and life. We create this podcast to empower others to speak and communicate with impact. Weselffund. If you value our content, we would be so grateful if you could'buy us a coffee' https://www.buymeacoffee.com/superstarcomms Why not grab our Ten Top Tips to Being a SuperStar Communicator here Buy the SuperStar Communicator 30 Day Plan here Find out more about Susan Heaton-Wright–our host:https://offers.superstarcommunicator.com/susan-heaton-wright Check out our SuperStar Communicator Store:https://offers.superstarcommunicator.com/superstar-communicator-store SuperStar Communicator deliver a range of speeches, masterclasses, facilitated workshops and coaching for emerging leaders. We focus on empowering emerging talent to speak and communicate with clarity,confidence and credibility. If you would like more details please email us at hello@superstarcommunicator.com or why not book a call. You can listen to all episodes of the SuperStar Communicator podcast and subscribe here.
Guest: Deep Patel Deep walked onto the men's fencing team at Haverford College after discovering fencing through a PE class, and quickly became one of the team's leaders. He now coaches sabre at Badger Fencing Club and is part of a new generation of coaches helping make fencing more accessible. What you'll hear in this episode How Deep discovered fencing in college (and why a PE class + a “why not?” mindset changed everything) What transfers from soccer/lacrosse/cricket — and what fencing forces you to “rewire” (upper/lower body separation, individual accountability, body language) The steep learning curve: terminology, right-of-way, and why Deep urges new competitors to actually read the rule book A turning point moment: the first big win that made the progress feel real Competing as a D3 athlete against lifelong fencers — and why it can feel empowering, not just intimidating Leadership and culture: how Deep became captain by contributing beyond his own bouts (rides, armory basics, energy, motivation) Coaching development: what it was like entering Tim Morehouse Fencing Club's Fencing Corps and becoming a “small fish” again The “UN ambassador lesson” story: how to make a first fencing experience fun, memorable, and meaningful Building something new at Badger: what it's like joining a developing club — and why Badger matters nationally as a Club Incubator success story Post-college fencing: why it doesn't have to be “stop now, maybe come back at Vet 40” Growing the sport: Deep's idea of making fencing feel more like drop-in recreation leagues while still preserving the competitive ladder Haverford roster (Deep Patel): https://haverfordathletics.com/sports/mens-fencing/roster/deep-patel/9407 USA Fencing: Badger Fencing Club launch (Club Incubator): https://www.usafencing.org/news/2024/september/16/club-incubator-program-celebrates-successful-launch-of-wisconsin-s-badger-fencing-club USA Fencing: Badger success story (0 to 100 members): https://www.usafencing.org/news/2025/november/20/club-incubator-success-story-badger-fencing-club-rockets-from-zero-to-100-members USA Fencing Club Incubator Program info: https://www.usafencing.org/club-incubator Club Incubator overview article: https://www.usafencing.org/news/2024/june/06/club-incubator-program-a-new-grant-opportunity-to-turn-fencing-passion-into-a-profession --First to 15: The Official Podcast of USA FencingHost: Bryan WendellCover art: Manna CreationsTheme music: Brian Sanyshyn
In this episode, hosts Ranjan Jindal and Caleb Dudley recap Duke's 68-63 win against No. 1 Michigan in Washington D.C. We also discuss Duke women's basketball's first ACC loss to Clemson and Duke men's fencing's improbable ACC championship win. Finally, we welcome Thomas Baxter from The Cavalier Daily to preview another men's basketball ranked clash in Cameron Indoor Stadium this Saturday.
We've got Mike Green and Allie Pearce. From Winnipeg, Mike Green talks about the challenges of being “racially ambiguous”, and from Niagara on the Lake, Allie Pearse offers some creative suggestions around getting married. And divorced.
Seeing healthy cattle grazing on even healthier pastures does something to the heart of beef producers. Fixing fence and moving hot wire to rotational graze? That doesn't give us quite the same rush of serotonin. Here at the Angus Beef Bulletin, our team is in the thick of all topics grazing and pasture management. On this episode of Angus at Work, Editor Shauna Hermel sat down at CattleCon 2026 in Nashville, Tenn., with Andrew Fraser, president of virtual fencing provider Halter, to learn:The ins and outs of the Halter systemHow this virtual fencing platform is working for producersWhere Halter is looking to expand (regionally as well as their offerings)And more! A big thank you to Tech Mix Global for their sponsorship of this episode. Have questions or comments? We'd love to hear from you!Find more information to make Angus work for you in the Angus Beef Bulletin and ABB EXTRA. Make sure you're subscribed! Sign up here to the print Angus Beef Bulletin and the digital Angus Beef Bulletin EXTRA. Have questions or comments? We'd love to hear from you! Contact our team at abbeditorial@angus.org.
In this episode, I'm coming at you live from FENCETECH to talk about generational fence companies with Peerless Fence Group. Whether you're just getting started or are looking to grow your fence business, this is an episode you don't want to miss!Watch the live recording here: https://youtube.com/live/4OIVokCGJ-YSubscribe to my YouTube for shorter clips of this episode:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCObWyk_pdREnpfoX3Kba-hg
Guest: David SierraDavid Sierra is the head men's and women's fencing coach at Wagner College (NY), where he expanded the program from seven athletes to a co-ed squad of 31 and produced NCAA qualifiers early in the men's program. He also coaches veteran fencers (40+), served as coach and team captain at the 2025 Veteran Worlds in Bahrain, is a longtime national referee, a certified fencing master, and the Education Manager for the US Fencing Coaches Association.What we cover:David's entry into fencing via a Texas A&M PE class (and why he's glad he didn't choose “aerobic walking”)How an injury ended his competitive career — and pushed him into coaching and refereeingBuilding Wagner fencing: recruiting, culture, and growing a young NCAA program fast“Better humans” as a coaching motto — and what that looks like day to dayWhy veteran fencers matter to clubs: culture, feedback, community, staffing, and smart schedulingCoaching vets vs coaching NCAA athletes: what's different, and what's surprisingly the sameBahrain 2025: David's first international coaching experience and the realities of coaching on the world stageWhy Veteran Worlds is a tougher jump for Americans (and how vets prepare without an international circuit)Team format changes, fast team selection, and the challenge of coaching a relay team you just metWhat USA Fencing can do better for vets — and why travel funding would be a game-changer“Vet fencing is the soul of fencing”: tactical depth, tempo, and what younger fencers can learnWhat keeps David motivated after losing a club and rebuilding in a new regionRapid fire includes:Favorite weapon (no surprises)David's “other lifetime” in science and the Human Genome ProjectThe coach who shaped his philosophy — and the best advice he ever receivedHow he reads the room before coachingMotorcycles, sci-fi, cooking, and The Repair Shop --First to 15: The Official Podcast of USA FencingHost: Bryan WendellCover art: Manna CreationsTheme music: Brian Sanyshyn
In this episode, Tom breaks down the real difference between going independent and plugging into an established brand. He shares how he went from signing up to every lead app under the sun to managing a flood of enquiries. And why, within his first 2 to 3 weeks, he'd already quoted $200k to $300k worth of work.We also get into:Why he watched Jim's for 5 years before making the jump.What changed immediately once the brand was on the shirt.How he approaches pricing when you're no longer racing to the bottom.The fencing jobs he's focusing on right now (Colorbond and timber).The mindset piece. Including his story as a professional boxer and massive weight loss journey.If you're a fencer, landscaper, or anyone thinking about going out on your own (or joining a franchise), this one's a ripper.
Tim Gunn joins Chelsea to talk about taking no prisoners while fencing, his favorite podcast (
Tim Gunn joins Chelsea to talk about taking no prisoners while fencing, his favorite podcast (
In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Kevin Sedivec and Miranda Meehan, North Dakota State University researchers and professors in the School of Natural Resource Sciences, about using virtual fencing for grazing management. We discuss their economic and biological findings, challenges and promising future applications. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
We all know how a neighbour with irksome habits can drive us to distraction. Maybe their leafblower is their best friend. Or they blast their music at all hours.But what if your neighbour is Gina Rinehart, Australia’s richest person? And you’re on a disability pension?Today, investigative reporter Lucy Macken on why the NSW Supreme Court is hearing a case involving feral goats, a 12-kilometre fence and why both women won’t call off the fight.Subscribe to The Age & SMH: https://subscribe.smh.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We all know how a neighbour with irksome habits can drive us to distraction. Maybe their leafblower is their best friend. Or they blast their music at all hours.But what if your neighbour is Gina Rinehart, Australia’s richest person? And you’re on a disability pension?Today, investigative reporter Lucy Macken on why the NSW Supreme Court is hearing a case involving feral goats, a 12-kilometre fence and why both women won’t call off the fight.Subscribe to The Age & SMH: https://subscribe.smh.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Guest: Corwin Duncan is a mental performance coach, former national champion and world team member, and a longtime fencing coach and referee. He works with fencers of all levels to build concrete, in-the-moment skills for managing pressure, emotions, and focus — on and off the strip.What we cover:Why tournaments feel different than practice: familiarity, “safety,” routine disruption, and expectationsHow spirals start (and how to interrupt them before they snowball)The “5-second reset” breathing technique you can use between actionsUsing time wisely on strip (shoe tie, blade straighten, creating a moment to think)A parent's role: supporting without adding pressure, and managing your own stress“Losing to weaker fencers”: how expectations can lower intensity — and what to do insteadReframing a bad result so it doesn't define youWhen it's time to consider a mental performance coach (including “I'm not enjoying fencing anymore”)Building a mental warm-up and why routines should be consistent, not rigidWhy Corwin cares about skills that transfer beyond fencing (the “doctor's shot” story)Links mentioned:SharperMind Training: https://sharpermindtraining.com/ --First to 15: The Official Podcast of USA FencingHost: Bryan WendellCover art: Manna CreationsTheme music: Brian Sanyshyn
Looking for a good counter to the groundhog’s prediction? ACC Nation podcast with Will and Jim take a look at the heat being generated by men’s basketball as we head into the short month of mayhem. Brackets are out (men) (women), the NET Rankings are taking on new meaning and teams are bringing out the grindstone as they target favorable seedings in the ACC and NCAA Tournaments. Not Subscribed? It’s Easy As 1-2-3. This is possibly the last chance for teams to deliver the goods. On this episode of the podcast we look at men’s and women’s hoops, breakdown the extra football games (and interesting locations) that ACC teams will have this year and take a look at the preseason men’s and women’s lacrosse polls where Syracuse (men) sit at No. 2 and North Carolina (women) are at No. 1. Podcast The crossover from Winter to Spring sports is already underway with softball beginning this week and baseball in two weeks. There are three ACC Championships scheduled for this month – Swimming and Diving, February 15-21, Fencing, February 21-22 and Indoor Track and Field, February 26-28. In the front end of March we’ll have the ACC Women’s Basketball Tournament, ACC Wrestling and then the Men’s Basketball Championship. Now, let’s see what we can do about those extra six weeks of nasty weather the groundhog is forecasting. ACC Nation podcast is available on your favorite platform, you can listen on streaming radio and also watch us on our YouTube channel. Be sure to subscribe and follow us on social media including; Instagram, TikTok, X, YouTube, Facebook, Reddit, Bluesky, Mastodon, Threads and LinkedIn.
Welcome to episode 332 of Growers Daily! We cover: deer fencing, what is standing in the way of the history I want to learn about (which will or possibly WON'T make sense presently) and it's feedback friday. We are a Non-Profit!
GuestPeter Grandbois — Head coach of Denison women's varsity fencing; coach of Denison men's club team (transitioning to varsity in 2026). English professor and creative writing instructor. Veteran competitor and longtime coach.What you'll hear in this episodeHow Denison fencing dates back to at least 1941 — and why college clubs often rise and fall with student energyThe real grind of launching a program: recruiting on campus, building participation, and finding the “tipping point”Why Denison elevated the women's team to varsity in 2019, and what helped make the caseThe role of culture: “work hard” and “have fun,” creating a team people want to joinBudget and equipment realities — and how to educate decision-makers on what fencing actually needsCoaching challenges: building three-weapon coaching capacity, learning sabre, and finding additional coaching supportThe administrator pitch: enrollment, diversity, academic profile, and cost-benefitGrandbois's origin story: starting fencing in college because of a flyer — and why that mattersHow competing as a veteran helps him coach betterFencing and creative writing: risk-taking, discomfort, failure, and persistenceRecruiting lightning round:Best email subject lines for recruitsResults vs. being a great teammateWhat coaches watch when scoutingThe ideal parent roleWhat surprises most fencers about college fencing (strength & conditioning)Quote-worthy moments“Patience and persistence are the two biggest hallmarks of trying to start a fencing program.”“We can always grow a fencer, but it's harder to make them great teammates.”“Creativity happens in the unknown — in fencing and in writing.” --First to 15: The Official Podcast of USA FencingHost: Bryan WendellCover art: Manna CreationsTheme music: Brian Sanyshyn
Disappearing topsoil is a big problem for land and bottom line. Expert advice for picking the best bull genetics. Keeping cattle right where you want them. Protecting ag business from cyber crime.
Wireless fencing is technology being adopted by some farmers and it could make rotational grazing an option for more people since it lowers the amount labor needed to move electric fences. This week I visit with a farmer who is not only rotationally grazing his cows and calves, but he’s also using it as an opportunity to better utilize crop residue and use some unique intercropping systems in his Illinois corn fields. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
GuestsTheo Lin — Founder & Head of Community EngagementCatalina Berrios — Head of Social MediaRyan Katz — Head of CommunicationsAva Kwon — Trainee (future Communications & High School Engagement)Lucas Suba — Head of Registration & Onsite Project ManagementWhat this episode coversWhy Theo founded DoGood after missing school service days for NAC travelHow DoGood finds and books volunteer projects in each host cityFavorite project types: animal shelters, food pantries, Ronald McDonald House, homeless sheltersTelling the story the right way: gratitude and joy, not “look at us”Getting the word out: local media, USA Fencing e-blasts, and an on-site NAC tableThe logistics: having a leadership point person at every projectThe switch to GivePulse and how it makes registration + tracking easierService hours: verification, certificates, and tracking (plus who to email)Succession planning: training the next leaders so DoGood doesn't disappear after graduationThe big vision: DoGood as the “ketchup to French fries” of volunteering at fencing events — and eventually beyond fencingQuick linksDoGood website: fencersdogood.orgInstagram: @fencersdogoodService hours verification: highschool@fencersdogood.orgCall to actionGoing to your next NAC? Sign up for a DoGood project and spend a couple hours giving back — you'll leave the city with more than just bout results. --First to 15: The Official Podcast of USA FencingHost: Bryan WendellCover art: Manna CreationsTheme music: Brian Sanyshyn
Welcome to episode 315 of Growers Daily! We cover: today I am so excited to share this conversation with my buddy Eric Nordell of Beech Grove Farm in Pennsylvania to chat about, well, a lot of things. Eric and his wife Anne have run beech grove farm since 1983 and they do things a little differently (like farming with horses) but they dry farm which we discuss, they use some cover crops in the paths in interesting ways (also discussed) and in fact, we get into a whole digression about their deer fencing that you're gonna wanna hear. We are a Non-Profit!
Title: Rob Charlton on Why NCAA Fencing Is Within Your ReachSeason 2, Episode 20In this episode, Bryan talks with Rob Charlton — head coach of Wellesley College and a club coach at Five Points Fencing Academy — about why many more fencers are “good enough” to fence in college than they realize, and how to navigate the NCAA landscape without getting overwhelmed.In this episode, you'll learn:The most common misconception Rob hears: “Am I good enough?” — and why the answer is often yesWhy there's no universal “cut line” for NCAA fencing (and why it depends on the school, weapon and year)How coaches build rosters across four years — and how study abroad, injuries and attrition affect recruiting needsWhat Division I vs. Division III can look like in training time, travel and season structureHow athletic scholarships actually work (and why Division III schools can't offer them)The value of looking at the full financial picture: merit aid, need-based aid and total costThe walk-on/tryout path — and why Rob still recommends engaging the recruiting process earlyKey recruiting rules for Division III: when coaches can meet prospects in person and on campusWhat makes a strong first email to a college coach (and what reads as generic/copy-paste)How college coaches structure Summer Nationals: meetings, rules around competition days, and what they're reallywatching forWhy the new NCAA Women's Fencing Championship is meaningful for women's-only programsFind First to 15 on our YouTube channel, too! --First to 15: The Official Podcast of USA FencingHost: Bryan WendellCover art: Manna CreationsTheme music: Brian Sanyshyn
Have you ever wanted to dirt bike? What about blow glass? Fencing?!?? We discuss all the hobbys we have wanted to try but just haven't yet.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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