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Visibly Fit with Wendie Pett
Episode 196: Light Therapy That Works: How the HumanCharger Beats Jet Lag, SAD and Fatigue with Gary Miller

Visibly Fit with Wendie Pett

Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2025 43:46


Have you ever felt tired but wired… or just straight-up drained no matter how healthy you're trying to live? Maybe you've battled jet lag, seasonal blues, brain fog, or that mid-afternoon energy crash that hits outta nowhere. Well, friend, this episode is your wake-up call—literally.I sat down with my friend Gary Miller, a former pro ski coach and world traveler now living in Germany, to chat about something that's been a game-changer in my wellness routine for years—the HumanCharger.It's a small device with big impact. We're talking light therapy through your ears (yep, you heard that right!)—and it's been helping people reset their circadian rhythm, boost energy, improve focus, and even perform better in high-stress jobs and sports.Gary shares his and his wife's personal transformation stories, why this Finnish-made device is unlike any SAD lamp you've ever tried, and how it's helping everyone from doctors and shift workers to Olympic athletes and military pilots.This isn't just about tech—it's about getting back to the kind of light your body was designed to thrive on. You'll walk away inspired, encouraged, and equipped with practical info on how to use light for healing and performance.So if you've been feeling a little “off,” this might be the solution you didn't know you needed.Chapters:[00:00] Podcast Preview[00:55] Visibly Fit Podcast Introduction[01:36] Topic and Guest Introduction[05:18] Gary's Life in Germany[08:02] The HumanCharger: A Game Changer[14:02] Understanding Light Therapy and Its Mechanism[19:09] How It Helps with Jet Lag[21:32] Circadian Rhythm and Its Importance[24:35] Is It Safe for Long-Term Use?[26:36] Real-Life Applications and Benefits[31:32] What Is Lux and Why Does It Matter? [34:20] America Needs to Catch Up[37:30] Gary's Plans For Staying in Germany[39:00] More Information About HumanChargerResources mentioned:HumanCharger Bright Light HeadsetI have been using the HumanCharger for nearly 7 years to support energy, mood, and circadian rhythm—especially during the long Minnesota winters!✨ Get 15% OFF (almost $30 off!)

PTSD911 Presents
82 - Finding Purpose after the Trauma with Kris O'Neill

PTSD911 Presents

Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 41:40 Transcription Available


Purchase the PTSD911 film for your public safety agency or organization here: https://ptsd911movie.com/toolkit/ QUESTIONS: Please call: 970-306-7799 or send an email to Gary Miller at garymiller@ptsd911movie.com   82 - Finding Purpose after the Trauma with Kris O'Neill

More Than A Lawyer
The Legal Culture Shift: Powerful Perspectives from Industry Leaders

More Than A Lawyer

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2025 21:50


A firm's culture isn't what it says, it's what it tolerates.In this episode, I'm spotlighting some of the key leaders in law. We talk about the topic of culture in the legal industry.This episode features the following people:Simon GoldbergLet me introduce you to Simon Goldberg, senior partner of SMB (Simons Muirhead Burton), one of the law firms representing the individuals and families affected by the post office scandal.Is there tension between making money and being ethical in law and does this lead to a culture of toxicity?Listen to the full episode here:https://open.spotify.com/episode/65SA64NOBWRIyYfwz4SGbM William PeakeLet me introduce you to William Peake, the global managing partner of international law firm Harneys.We touch on how leadership can help improve the legal industry by creating a more supportive and growth-focused environment for everyone involved.Listen to the full episode here:https://open.spotify.com/episode/5emMZHn8FNseul1eKbFfndGary MillerNext we have, Gary Miller, partner at Mishcon de Reya, Head of China Desk & Chair of International Fraud Group. Gary is a global asset recovery expert with 47 years of experience in uncovering and securing assets, leading cross-border teams, and driving high-stakes settlements.Many people stay in toxic work environments, believing that leaving equals failure. But in this conversation, Gary explains you're not giving up you're freeing yourself to be open to more aligned opportunities.Listen to the full episode here:https://open.spotify.com/episode/18TEmZyMvcJuNwJqxY7W7x Ian BagshawHere we have, Ian Bagshaw. Ian, an unstoppable force in the legal world, his career includes being the Co-Head of Private Equity at Linklaters and global co-head of private equity at White & Case. After retiring from law, he's back as the London Office Managing Partner of Perkins Coie.A strong culture starts with the right people, and by supporting their growth, a more positive and productive environment can be built. Talent must be nurtured.Listen to the full episode here:https://open.spotify.com/episode/2tZfOpWuEZjm85zJ9vTQnG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mind & Matter
Chemical Exposures, Neurodegenerative Disease & Exposomics | Gary Miller | 218

Mind & Matter

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2025 93:06


Send us a textShort Summary: How environmental chemical exposures affect neurodegenerative disease and health.About the guest: Gary Miller, PhD is a Professor of Environmental Health Sciences at Columbia University. His research bridges pharmacology, toxicology, and neuroscience to explore neurodegeneration, particularly Parkinson's and Alzheimer's diseases.Note: Podcast episodes are fully available to paid subscribers on the M&M Substack and everyone on YouTube. Partial versions are available elsewhere. Full transcript and other information on Substack.Episode Summary: Dr. Gary Miller talks about neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinson's and Alzheimer's, exploring their age-driven nature, early detection challenges, and environmental risk factors such as pesticide exposure and head trauma. They discuss the emerging field of exposomics—studying lifetime chemical exposures—and its potential to uncover links between pollutants, diet, and disease, while highlighting protective factors like caffeine and nicotine, and the role of technology in advancing prevention and treatment.Key Takeaways:Neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinson's & Alzheimer's worsen with age, but early intervention could slow progression & improve quality of life.Parkinson's symptoms often appear after significant dopamine neuron loss, but subtle signs like handwriting changes or gait issues might be detectable earlier.Environmental factors, including pesticides & air pollution, increase neurodegeneration risk, while caffeine and nicotine surprisingly lower Parkinson's incidence.The exposome—total lifetime exposure to chemicals—offers a new lens to study health, revealing how pollutants & diet interact with our biology.Ultra-processed foods & common chemicals like PFAS (in packaging) raise exposure levels, but simple steps like air filters or less processed diets can help reduce risks.Related episode:M&M #145: Epigenetics, Hormones, Endocrine Disruptors, Microplastics, Xenoestrogens, Obesogens & Obesity, Inheritance of ASupport the showAll episodes, show notes, transcripts, etc. at the M&M Substack Affiliates: Lumen device to optimize your metabolism for weight loss or athletic performance. Use code MIND for 10% off. Readwise: Organize and share what you read. Athletic Greens: Comprehensive & convenient daily nutrition. Free 1-year supply of vitamin D with purchase. KetoCitra—Ketone body BHB + potassium, calcium & magnesium, formulated with kidney health in mind. Use code MIND20 for 20% off any subscription. MASA Chips—delicious tortilla chips made from organic corn and grass-fed beef tallow. No seed oils or artificial ingredients. Use code MIND for 20% off. For all the ways you can support my efforts

Leading Saints Podcast
The Temple is a Jesus Place | An Interview with Gary Miller

Leading Saints Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2025 53:24 Transcription Available


Gary Miller is the host of the "Hope In Him Today" and "Outside The Lane" podcasts. Before joining The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, he served as an independent fundamental Baptist pastor. He spent 11 years in the United States Air Force, dividing his time between critical care medicine and professional development training as a master military training instructor. He holds a B.S. from Wayland Baptist University and studied theology at Liberty Theological Seminary. Currently, he works as a director of marketing for a Salt Lake City-based insurance firm and serves as a stake high councilor in the Katy Texas Stake. He and his wife, Crystal, live in Katy, Texas, with their four children. You'll likely find him at a NASCAR race somewhere when he's not doing these things. Links From Baptist Preacher to Latter-day Saint | An Interview with Gary Miller Hope in Him Today podcast Outside the Lane podcast Share your thoughts in the Leading Saints community Read the transcript of this podcast Get 14-day access to the Core Leader Library Highlights This conversation delves into Gary's journey of faith, focusing on the challenges and triumphs he has experienced as he navigates the cultural differences between his previous faith and his new one. Gary shares insights into the complexities of conversion, emphasizing that it is not merely a one-time event but an ongoing process that requires time and reflection. Throughout the episode, Gary discusses the significance of the temple in his faith journey, highlighting how his understanding evolved from initial confusion to a deeper appreciation for its role in connecting him to Jesus Christ. He stresses the importance of personal connections and clear messaging when discussing the temple, advocating for a focus on the principles of Jesus rather than the mystique often surrounding the temple experience. Gary also addresses the challenges of being perceived as a newcomer in the faith, noting the need for patience and understanding as individuals navigate their spiritual journeys at their own pace. 02:08 - Gary's Journey from Baptist Minister to Latter-day Saint 03:01 - Conversation Dynamics Between Friends 04:11 - Life Updates from Gary Miller 05:44 - The Complexity of Conversion Stories 06:34 - Cultural vs. Theological Conversion 09:14 - The Ongoing Nature of Conversion 10:27 - The Binary Nature of Faith Commitment 12:14 - The Importance of Personal Reflection in Faith 13:18 - Navigating the Journey of Faith 15:23 - The Cage Stage of New Believers 18:12 - The Need for Quiet Reflection 19:08 - Balancing Old and New Faith Communities 21:00 - Building a Foundation in Faith 22:33 - The Role of the Temple in Conversion 25:49 - Personal Connections and Understanding the Temple 29:06 - The Temple as a Place of Worship 30:40 - Messaging the Importance of the Temple 32:07 - The Need for Authentic and Simple Messaging 34:01 - Engaging with Old Friends about the Temple 36:29 - The Gravity of Worship in the Temple 37:34 - Current Calling and Church Involvement 38:32 - Gary's Podcasting Journey 41:08 - Balancing Scripture The award-winning Leading Saints Podcast is one of the top independent Latter-day Saints podcasts as part of nonprofit Leading Saints' mission to help Latter-day Saints be better prepared to lead. Learn more and listen to any of the past episodes for free at LeadingSaints.org. Past guests include Emily Belle Freeman, David Butler, Hank Smith, John Bytheway, Reyna and Elena Aburto, Liz Wiseman, Stephen M. R. Covey, Elder Alvin F. Meredith III, Julie Beck, Brad Wilcox, Jody Moore, Tony Overbay, John H. Groberg, Elaine Dalton, Tad R. Callister, Lynn G. Robbins, J. Devn Cornish, Bonnie Oscarson, Dennis B. Neuenschwander, Kirby Heyborne, Taysom Hill Anthony Sweat, John Hilton III, Barbara Morgan Gardner, Blair Hodges, Whitney Johnson, Ryan Gottfredson, Greg McKeown, Ganel-Lyn Condie, Michael Goodman, Wendy Ulrich, Richard Ostler,

More Than A Lawyer
Beyond Borders: The Hidden Power of Cultural Intelligence with Gary Miller

More Than A Lawyer

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2025 42:48


The secret weapon most lawyers overlook?It's not just technical skills. Not just experience.It's cultural intelligence.The ability to navigate different perspectives, understand global nuances, and adapt to unfamiliar environments. And in an industry that's becoming more international by the day, it's the difference between stagnation and opportunity.Think about it: The best lawyers aren't just great at the law.They're great at people.They build relationships across borders, decode unspoken cultural expectations, and know how to turn differences into strengths.In this conversation, we sit down with Gary Miller, partner at Mishcon de Reya, Head of China Desk & Chair of International Fraud Group. Gary is a global asset recovery expert with 47 years of experience in uncovering and securing assets, leading cross-border teams, and driving high-stakes settlements. We talk about the power of cultural intelligence, the value of trusting your instincts, the lessons that come from embracing change, building the right networks, and seeing failure as part of growth. Find Gary here:https://www.linkedin.com/in/gary-miller-ba456a82/-------We're Helen & Holly.We do expert marketing for lawyers and law firms. Helen Pamely, a former Magic Circle lawyer and law firm partner, and Holly Cope, the world's #1 legal tech and innovation influencer and creator of the More Than a Lawyer podcast.We have grown a combined following of over 50,000. We are experts in building an influence and strong brands on LinkedIn.Here's what we offer:Legal Company Page Management & Ghostwriting: Crafting compelling content to elevate your firm's presence.Personal Brand Ghostwriting for Lawyers: Helping individual lawyers stand out and build authority.LinkedIn Academy for Lawyers: A tailored training program to master LinkedIn and grow your influence.Corporate LinkedIn Training: Empowering teams with the skills to maximise LinkedIn's potential.Podcasting services: Build authority, connection, community through the power of influence Contact us here:https://www.linkedin.com/in/holly-cope-digitalnomad/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/helenpamely/ Introducing: The LinkedIn Starter Pack for LawyersThe ULTIMATE starter pack for LinkedIn for lawyers: 11 interactive tools designed to elevate your personal brand and turn connections into clients.From optimising your profile, to mastering content creation, with 30 scroll-stopping frameworks and magnetic hook formulas. Learn how to network like a pro, position yourself as the go-to expert in your niche, and never run out of content ideas with our ideation guide and strategy worksheet.https://helenpamely.com/the-linkedin-starter-pack-for-lawyers/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Honey I'm Homemaker
Winter Stew: Watching the White House, Outdated Ovens +Smoothing over Sin | Life Lately

Honey I'm Homemaker

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2025 37:59


Welcome back to a brand new season of Honey I'm Homemaker. Jayna and Megan are two cousins living in Lancaster County, PA. One's a SAHM of 4 who's managed to turn homemaking into a whole YouTube business! The other is a mom of 2 who spends most days working at a local Mennonite school where her boys attend. Join us as we tackle spiritual life, pop culture, homemaking trends, modest fashion, and so much more, all from a Mennonite Christian homemaking perspective! Thank-you to our sponsor Voetberg Music Academy. Use our code HOMEMAKER20 to get 20% off every month your family is enrolled, and learn music in a way that sticks. https://www.voetbergmusicacademy.com/ The Flirtation Experiment: https://amzn.to/3WMFBBT Respectable Sins book: https://amzn.to/419ROTT Hope's Table Cookbook: https://amzn.to/3EhhSTO Food From the Heart Cookbook: https://amzn.to/4jFiHGl Sidetracked by Gary Miller book: https://amzn.to/4hZWIsb You can find more episodes here on this channel, but to watch our first 3 seasons go to: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqdjqwDnpIMx_GhVzCWsT4LF-1EsRhwJm&si=8hmyDW0lI4-yWhQ- Please subscribe! You can also find this podcast on Spotify and iTunes! Shop Megan's lifestyle brand FoxSparrow over at www.meganfoxunlocked.com Shop Megan's Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/meganfoxunlocked Shop Jayna's Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/jaynalynnhandmade?ref_=cm_sw_r_apann_aipsfshop_aipsfjaynalynnhandmade_8JT0JHV8AH0KP8VJX5XN&language=en_US Sign up for Scribd: (audiobook library): https://www.scribd.com/gitx/a33qb4 (If you use this link you'll get a free month trial!) Chairs: https://www.walmart.com/ip/SINGES-Acc... Wallpaper: https://glnk.io/4x0x0/meganfoxunlockedgmailcom Use code MEGAN35 Lamp: https://amzn.to/46Dyuy7 Mustard throw: (the softest thing you've ever felt!) https://amzn.to/39CgZG2 Contact/Collab: meganfoxunlocked@gmail.com P.O. BOX- send us some mail! P.O. BOX 9 Akron, PA 17501 Follow us on Instagram: Honey I'm Homemaker: https://www.instagram.com/honeyimhomemaker/ Megan: https://www.instagram.com/meganfoxunlocked/ Jayna: https://www.instagram.com/jaynaburkholder/ Megan's Business: https://www.instagram.com/shopfoxsparrow/ Jayna's Business: https://www.instagram.com/jaynalynnhandmade/ 0:00 Where we've been 5:30 Flower power 11:45 Classy royal Americans? 15:35 Hosting whoas 22:17 Jayna closed her business 23:13 Sewing season 26:01 What sins have become Respectable? 29:05 Politics in the Mennonite Sphere 30:35 Should we really be drowning in our clothes? 32:43 Costco newbie Some links are affiliate links. Thanks for supporting my channel! Music from YouTube and Epidemic Sound

Countdown with Keith Olbermann
THE MAGA PLAN TO KILL AND EAT ELON MUSK - 1.13.25

Countdown with Keith Olbermann

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2025 58:49 Transcription Available


SEASON 3 EPISODE 86: COUNTDOWN WITH KEITH OLBERMANN A-Block (1:44) SPECIAL COMMENT: MAGA in disarray. While the mass deportation scheme becomes the latest casualty of having elected a bunch of incompetent egomaniacs, Steve Bannon has declared war on Elon Musk. AND Elon Musk’s toady David Sachs. AND Peter Thiel. Bannon no longer will stop at getting Musk exiled from the White House because Bannon and the rest of the nativist lunatics hate all foreigners but Musk wants to not hate foreigners who can make him more rich via the H1B Visas. Bannon now wants Musk and the others to be the first immigrants thrown out of the country. He actually told this to Italy’s most-read newspaper, Corriere della Sala: "He is a truly evil guy, a very bad guy. I made it my personal thing to take this guy down... he should go back to South Africa. Why do we have South Africans, the most racist people on earth...making any comments at all on what goes on in the United States." The point isn't whether Musk actually does kill and eat Musk. It's that they fight. Because at the same time Musk is admitting he can only cut half of the "government inefficiency" he promised to, and "Border Czar" Tom Homan is warning Republicans that Trump won't be deporting millions immediately. More like 60,000. And the Trump junta has admitted it can't unilaterally lower grocery prices, or install universal tariffs, and he's not going to dig up the Panama Canal and move it to Mar-a-Lago on Inauguration Day, he ain’t buying Greenland and coercing Canada and guess what, he didn’t “settle” Russia’s war on Ukraine in 24 hours, and his minions are hinting his attempts to turn the LA fires into an exploitable political event are going to crash. And even before re-gaining power, Trump has pre-failed. B-Block (34:55) THE WORST PERSONS IN THE WORLD: Joe Scarborough doubles down on his role as Marshal Petain-In-The-Ass at MSNVIchy. Politico dubs him "Elon Mush" then deletes it. And Naomi Wolf thinks victims of the Southern California firestorm aren't panicking enough. C-Block (45:20) THINGS I PROMISED NOT TO TELL: It's bleak and the forecast for next week is Trump. So I need a laugh and maybe you do too. And this we bring you back to 1994 and the greatest off-air laugh in ESPN's history: Soccer Breakdown.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Journey Through Stock Aitken Waterman
Epilogue 1: PWL 1994-96

A Journey Through Stock Aitken Waterman

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2024 63:58


Although both Matt Aitken and Mike Stock had left the building, PWL Records continued to release music — and in this epilogue episode, we look at some of the artists who succeeded and some that didn't hit the mark in the few years after the demise of Stock Aitken Waterman. Former PWL MD David Howells joins us to discuss the challenges of starting afresh with new talent to replace Mike and Matt, and talks about what prompted his own departure from the business he had helped steer since the mid-'80s. With a strong focus on dance music at PWL in the '90s, one of the more consistent acts — in terms of quality and chart success — was Loveland. Paul Taylor returns to explain how the group behind hits like "Let The Music (Lift You Up)" and "I Need Somebody" came about, and how PWL's Manchester business received much of Pete Waterman's attention at this point. Paul also discusses his own unceremonious exit from the group. Meanwhile. Slamm remained signed to PWL and were put to work with Gary Miller on increasingly poppy music, with singer Johnny Wilks recapping that era of the band's journey for us. Then, we finish by looking at how Pete's initial run with PWL ended in 1996 and who the songwriters and producers were that would provide him with a second wave of success in the following years with acts like Steps, Tina Cousins and Westlife.Support the showSubscribe for bonus material at chartbeats.com.au/sawInstagram: @chartbeatsauThreads: @chartbeatsau, @matthew_denby360Bluesky: @chartbeatsauFacebook: Chart Beats: A Journey Through PopEmail: chartbeats.au@gmail.com

Vermont Edition
Writing workshops support Vermonters in recovery

Vermont Edition

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2024 35:45


For the past decade, Writers for Recovery has been leading writing workshops for people in recovery from substance use. Filmmaker and arts activist Bess O'Brien co-founded Writers for Recovery with Gary Miller following the release of her 2013 documentary, "The Hungry Heart." The film explores the impact of the opioid crisis across Vermont. Joy, a participant in the Writers of Recovery workshops and president of the Poetry Society of Vermont, shares some of her poetry and discusses the impact the group has had on her life. The organization will mark its tenth anniversary with a celebration featuring live music and poetry readings on Saturday, Oct. 19, in Barre's Old Labor Hall.

Cloud Wars Live with Bob Evans
Enhancing Customer Journeys in the Cloud with Insights from Oracle's Gary

Cloud Wars Live with Bob Evans

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2024 16:23


Oracle Cloud Success StrategiesThe Big Themes:Customer Success Services creation: Oracle established Customer Success Services to provide comprehensive support for customers using its cloud tools. This integration of various service organizations — such as education, consulting, and customer success management — aims to create a unified approach, ensuring customers receive consistent and effective assistance while adopting the cloud.Introduction of Navigator tool: The Oracle Cloud Navigator is designed to assist customers in navigating their cloud transformation more efficiently. This digital platform streamlines the onboarding process, providing best practices and facilitating quick configurations, ultimately helping clients achieve value faster and more effectively.Concierge services enhancement: Oracle is introducing new concierge services to address the complexities of multi-cloud environments. These services aim to provide tailored support for troubleshooting and integration challenges, reinforcing Oracle's commitment to customer success and ensuring that users can efficiently resolve issues, regardless of where they originate.The Big Quote: “What's unique about Oracle is our enterprise-grade embedded AI. In the application space, we say, let's bring AI to your end users . . . but it's not easy for customers. 'Okay, which one should I use? How do I use them?' So we put a whole program together, which explains the new innovations."

Connections with Evan Dawson
Former Mohawk residential school inmate tells his story

Connections with Evan Dawson

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2024 51:47


In the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Wednesday, September 18, 2024, artist Gary Miller talks about his time at the Mohawk Institute and his current exhibit at the Rochester Contemporary Art Center.

DMT Reviews
#130 - Ben & Gary: Streaming (2024)

DMT Reviews

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2024 61:53


This week on DMT Reviews, Sam and Jack bring on dear friends and fellow Dads, Ben Hilzer and Gary Miller, on to discuss their latest project: "Ben & Gary: Streaming"! A labor of love and comedy put into a phenomenal sketch film - Don't Miss This Review!

The Dock List
What is your target?

The Dock List

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2024 38:24


In this episode, Gary Miller asks us to take a careful look at our target. We are all aiming at something. Our schools have a target in focus and so does each one of our students. At best, functional and ideal targets are misaligned. At worst, careful targeting is ignored in the press of responding to whatever is most urgent.  Gary Miller brings deep experience in finance and education. In 2011 he authored the book Charting a Course in Your Youth where he tried to leverage this experience to equip young people to focus early on the right things, particularly in finances. Unified focus on the right target is vital for kingdom building. In this talk in 2013, Gary offers clarifying insight about the difference between the apparatus involved in hitting targets and the step of selecting a target in the first place. He also offers wisdom about identifying the key target and homing in on it.   Links Charting a Course in Your Youth: https://cambooks.org/shop/cam-published-books/resources/kingdom-focused-finances/charting-a-course-in-your-youth/  Going Till You're Gone: https://cambooks.org/shop/cam-published-books/resources/kingdom-focused-finances/going-till-youre-gone/  This presentation was initially published as "Cultivating Hearts of Service in Children at" https://thedockforlearning.org/lecture/cultivating-hearts-of-service-in-children/  Other presentations from CASBI 2013: https://thedockforlearning.org/series/casbi/casbi-2013/  Find more resources that support teaching and learning at https://thedockforlearning.org/.

Critically Speaking
Dr. Charles Easley IV: Paternal Effects on the Fetus

Critically Speaking

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2024 37:10


In this episode, Therese Markow and Dr. Charles Easley IV discuss the significance of a father's lifestyle before conception and its effects on prenatal development. This comes about not by mutations in the sperm DNA, but through heritable changes in the way the father's genes are turned on and off during the development of the fetus.  THese changes are referred to as epigenetic. So it's not just about the mom, They thus explore the paternal origins of health and disease, highlight animal studies and human cohort studies that demonstrate intergenerational transmission of epigenetic changes, and discuss the dangers of toxic chemical exposure on male sperm.    Key Takeaways: To study the paternal effects on the fetus, we are able to do animal studies in the lab, however, for human studies, we can only study in cohorts after the fact, such as with the Dutch Famine, Michigan PBB, or, lately, the effects of COVID-19. Gary Miller is one of the leaders studying how paternal exposure prior to conception can have profound effects on the lifespan and healthy aging of future offspring. While we cannot pinpoint all the chemicals as having a lasting effect yet, it is important to try to be as healthy as you can. Certain chemicals, such as BPA and certain pesticides, have been studied to have an effect.  And not just the mother during pregnancy.   "We've got a lot more evidence to suggest that what the father does prior to conception can have a profound effect on the genes that are expressed during development, and can have profound effects on how these organs develop in the offspring." —  Dr. Charles Easley IV   Episode References:  The Dutch Famine Birth Cohort: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7934722/  The Michigan PBB Cohort: https://stacks.cdc.gov/view/cdc/3929/cdc_3929_DS1.pdf  The Poisoning of Michigan by Joyce Egginton: https://www.amazon.com/Poisoning-Michigan-Joyce-Egginton/dp/0870138677    Connect with Dr. Charles Easley IV: Professional Bio: https://publichealth.uga.edu/faculty-member/charles-a-easley/  Website: https://www.easleylab.com/  Email: cae25@uga.edu    Connect with Therese: Website: www.criticallyspeaking.net Threads: @critically_speaking Email: theresemarkow@criticallyspeaking.net     Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it. 

Essays For King Jesus
Men are Going to Hell: Why Bother with Humanitarian Aid?

Essays For King Jesus

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2024 10:22


We want the entire world to understand who Jesus is. But what are we to be doing and how is this message supposed to spread? Is serving the poor part of Jesus' commission to the church? Or is humanitarian aid a second-class ministry or, even worse, a distraction from our real mission? Gary Miller reminds us that God wants people to flourish, both physically and spiritually, and that this should be our desire as well. Like Jesus, we are representatives of the character of God. Like Jesus, we should be known for doing good.

WRHI » Palmetto Mornings
07/29/24- Lance Cpl. Gary Miller, South Carolina Highway Patrol

WRHI » Palmetto Mornings

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2024 11:04


Brand in Demand
Father-Son Duo's Shocking Hiring Secrets Revealed! With Gary and Travis Miller

Brand in Demand

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2024 49:01


In this unique episode of Founder Talk, we sit down with Gary and Travis Miller, a dynamic father-son duo who own and run a successful staffing and recruiting firm. Join us as they share their personal and professional journey, offering revealing insight into the unique dynamics of family-run businesses, staffing/recruiting, and scaling. Highlight Stamps: [00:00] Introduction to the Guests and Their Business We introduce Gary and Travis Miller, highlighting the rarity of having a father and son duo in the same business and what listeners can expect from this episode. [03:45] Navigating Father-Son Dynamics Gary shares the deep bond and unique experience of working closely with his son, spending significant time together, and discussing various topics beyond business. [07:30] The Career Shift Travis recounts his initial career in journalism, the moment he realized it wasn't for him, and how he transitioned into the family business, marking a pivotal moment in his professional life. [12:15] Evolution of the Recruiting Industry Gary and Travis discuss the changes they've witnessed in the recruiting industry, the impact of technology, and the enduring need for a people-based approach despite advancements like AI. [18:40] Hiring the Right Fit The Millers delve into their philosophy of hiring, emphasizing the importance of finding candidates who align with a company's culture and vision, not just those with the right qualifications. [25:00] Building Trust and Credibility The discussion shifts to the importance of employer and employee branding, how content creation plays a role in building trust, and the benefits of a strong social media presence. [35:20] The Power of Storytelling Gary shares anecdotes about the early days of their podcast, the challenges and rewards of creating content, and the long-term impact of sharing their story with a wider audience. [45:15] Leadership and Letting Go Gary reflects on his 47-year career, the challenges of evolving leadership, and the importance of fresh perspectives and systems to take the business to the next level. [50:00] The Thoughtful Threes We wrap up with our signature segment, "The Thoughtful Threes," where Gary and Travis answer three thought-provoking questions, providing deeper insights into their personal and professional lives. Where to Find the Guests: LinkedIn:  Travis Miller: https://www.linkedin.com/in/travismillermri/ Gary Miller: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bestrecruitingfirm/ Website: Miller Resource Group Tune in to hear the Millers' compelling stories and practical advice, making this a must-listen for any entrepreneur looking to gain insights into family business dynamics and effective recruitment strategies. Don't miss out on this enlightening episode! Hope you enjoy, and don't forget to follow me on the other platforms for daily content!  Youtube: ⁠https://youtube.com/c/AlexBSheridan LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexbsheridan TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZTdHkmbFb/ Website: https://impaxs.com/  (We are a video content/social media strategy, training, and coaching company)

Tomorrow's Cure
How a Lifetime of Exposures Impacts Health – Exposome explained

Tomorrow's Cure

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2024 32:29


There is a study of the fascinating interplay between the cumulative effects of external exposures on our body and our genes. It is called exposomics. Learn why we need to recognize that we're exposed to hundreds or thousands of chemicals per day, and why it's important to study that complexity. Featured experts are Dr. Konstantinos Lazaridis, Director of Center for Individualized Medicine at Mayo Clinic; and Dr. Gary Miller, Vice Dean of Research Strategy and Innovation of Mailman School of Public Health and Director of the Center for Innovative Exposomics at Columbia University. 

Staffing & Recruiter Training Podcast
TRP 204: Rainmaking Stories with Gary Miller

Staffing & Recruiter Training Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2024 26:14


Gary Miller has been in the recruiting industry for 47 years and is the CEO of Miller Resource Group, and executive search firm based in the Chicago area that focuses on manufacturing.  ---------------------------------------- This show is sponsored by Leopard Solutions Legal Intelligence Suite of products, Firmscape, and Leopard BI. Push ahead of the pack with the power of Leopard. For a free demo, visit this link: https://www.leopardsolutions.com/index.php/request-a-demo/ www.theplacementclub.com Links: https://millerresource.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/bestrecruitingfirm/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hopewell Baptist Church
Sermon by Bro. Gary Miller

Hopewell Baptist Church

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2024 41:30


Welcome  to the Hopewell Baptist Church podcast. In this episode, our pastor Barry Wilkinson talks about how to experience God's love and forgiveness in your life.  We hope you are encouraged to move closer to God and have a more genuine and joyful relationship with Him.   Hopewell Baptist Church is located 7 miles outside of Andalusia, Al at 6592 Brooklyn Rd, Andalusia, AL 36421. If you would like to contact the church, feel free to call 334-222-2757.  

Strength to Strength
S2S Book Interview: “What Jesus Refused to Do” by Gary Miller

Strength to Strength

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2024 22:02


Gary Miller. How can we make this world a better place? We watch with dismay as ungodly leaders are elected and evil advances. What can we do to bring change? What did Jesus do—and what did He refuse to do? Are there opportunities that we, like Jesus, should refuse?https://strengthtostrength.org/what-jesus-refused-to-do/

Countdown with Keith Olbermann
I THINK THE FBI 'BIDEN INFORMANT' SMIRNOV IS FLIPPING - 2.22.24

Countdown with Keith Olbermann

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2024 46:57 Transcription Available


SERIES 2 EPISODE 128: COUNTDOWN WITH KEITH OLBERMANN A-Block (1:44) SPECIAL COMMENT: I think this fraudulent FBI 'whistleblower' who was arrested after confessing to making up the Hunter Biden story - Alexander Smirnov - the one who admitted the story was being spread by people connected to Russian intelligence?  I think he's flipping. I think there is one thin reed of evidence supporting what I admit is a hunch. Maybe a second one. More importantly, maybe, I think this man David Weiss who was - until Smirnov's story collapsed - the Special Counsel PROSECUTING Hunter Biden, has also flipped, and now intends to prosecute everybody who turned him into a Russian stooge, two steps removed. And I think he and Smirnov are going to take down at least the scum on the lower levels of the Russian Ring in this country (more likely the Russian operatives themselves, maybe James Comer, but just possibly running up the ladder to Jordan and Sean Hannity and, please God, Trump). But we're going to need a new Special Prosecutor to round all of the big names up. And a Senate Judiciary investigation on how this sack of crap was turned into the prosecution of the president's son, and the attempted impeachment of the sitting president. In an election year. At the direction of Vladimir Putin. We've been invaded again. And the Russians didn't need to shoot or bomb their way in here. Because all the Comers and Greenes and Jordans and Grassleys and Hannitys and Trumps just opened the doors for them. And may they burn in hell for doing so. Because I think Smirnov is flipping. B-Block (26:25) THE WORST PERSONS IN THE WORLD: The Republicans select a California banker as their Wisconsin Senate candidate who's so non-Wisconsinian that in his introductory commercial he never SAYS which state he's running in. Jon Stewart is going to bothsides us into prison camps - and how DARE he attack Mary Trump. And how dare a Biden National Security Council spokesperson blame the betrayal of Ukraine on CONGRESS. It is the REPUBLICANS who did this. You are paid to say the truth - do your damn job. C-Block (33:25) THINGS I PROMISED NOT TO TELL: I've played this before. I needed the laugh again. It's the most joyous soccer story of all time: the ESPN Soccer Breakdown Tape.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

During the Break
Author and Actor - Gary Miller - BACK on DTB!

During the Break

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2024 65:14


Author and Actor - Gary Miller - BACK on DTB! We talk working from home - his writing process - what is new with his award winning book - where is he in the screenplay and movie journey - PLUS...we talked about some of the movies and TV shows he has been on set with! Get the book and find out more: https://garyleemillerbooks.com/ Please consider supporting the podast by becoming a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/duringthebreakpodcast THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: Granite Garage Floors of Chattanooga: https://granitegaragefloors.com/location/chattanooga Vascular Institute of Chattanooga: https://www.vascularinstituteofchattanooga.com/ The Barn Nursery: https://www.barnnursery.com/ Optimize U Chattanooga: https://optimizeunow.com/chattanooga/ Alchemy Medspa and Wellness Center: http://www.alchemychattanooga.com/ Chattanooga Concrete: www.chattanoogaconcreteco.com Roofingco.com: www.roofingco.com Please consider leaving us a review on Apple and giving us a share to your friends! This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm

The Classic Series Redrive
#87 A Judge's Perspective - Randy Riemer, Brian Coleman & Gary Miller

The Classic Series Redrive

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2024 92:18


Judging in the draft horse world has no set system, but we were able to chat with three respected judges and find out exactly what they look for at a show! Kyle and Mark were able to sit down with Randy Riemer, Brian Coleman & Gary Miller and ask some questions to get their inside perspective!Thank you to our sponsors of Episode #87!Shipshewana Harness & Supplies Glenwood Snacks Pennwoods Equine Products INC. Crystal Springs StablesThe Draft Horse Journal Topeka Livestock Auction Do you have suggestions for future episodes? Do you have ideas of someone we should have join us? Please send us any comments or questions to the Rinehold Tack & Western Wear mailbag at podcast@naclassicseries.com!

The Full Desk Experience
Industry Spotlight | Gary Miller - CEO of Miller Resource Group - Strategies for a Lasting Impact in Executive Search

The Full Desk Experience

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2024 48:33


Welcome to another episode of Industry Spotlight, where we dive deep into the recruiting and staffing industry, uncovering the secrets to success and the innovations shaping our future. Kortney Harmon had the pleasure of hosting a true veteran in the field of talent acquisition – the CEO of Miller Resource Group, Gary Miller. With an astonishing 46-year tenure in recruitment, Gary shares his transformative journey from his early days in sales to leading a firm that's a beacon in the industry.We'll explore the undeniable importance of self-belief, curiosity, confidence, and commitment – keys that unlock success in any profession. During our conversation, we'll also delve into the impact of positive culture on attracting and retaining top talent and the anticipation of generational change in our industry.From the challenges after 9/11 to the evolution of talent acquisition methods – from push-button phones and yellow pages to LinkedIn – Gary provides an intimate look at the growth, setbacks, and milestones of his company's journey. With 29 employees and a personal mission to help others achieve their dreams, his insights are invaluable.As the world of recruitment adapts to technological advancements and the integration of artificial intelligence, Gary and Kortney discuss the incomparable value of the human connection. We examine the drive for improving automation, particularly in manufacturing, to overcome labor shortages, while reasserting the irreplaceable element of face-to-face interactions.And of course, our guest doesn't shy away from reflecting on past mistakes – from premature office expansions to decisions that placed self-interest first. It's a frank conversation about leadership, the pivotal nature of decision-making, and the relentless quest for a balanced life as a forward-thinking entrepreneur.So, grab your cup of coffee, settle in, and get ready for a profound episode with Gary Miller, filled with stories and strategies that define not just a stellar career, but the heart and soul of recruitment. Let's begin.

Strength to Strength
S2S Book Interview: “Sidetracked” by Gary Miller

Strength to Strength

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2024 68:45


Christians want good to triumph! Yet at times it feels we are doing very little to fight the growing darkness here in America. Should Christians vote, sign petitions, or boycott ungodly corporations?

Extraordinary Educators Podcast
Challenging Stagnation, Location, and Dilation: A Conversation on Education with Gary Miller

Extraordinary Educators Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2023 13:59 Transcription Available


Ever feel like you're stuck in a cycle of stagnation when it comes to teaching? Join us as we share an insightful conversation with Gary Miller, an Associate Vice President of Content and Implementation, known for his garden-variety ideas and captivating storytelling. Gary blows our minds with his unique perspectives on problems in education today, including stagnation, location, and dilation. Buckle up as we discuss the stagnation in education, ponder upon the profound impact of a student's location on their academic journey, and delve into the deepening academic gaps.We unpack Gary's thought-provoking theories, like how the repeated changes and initiatives in our educational system over the years haven't necessarily translated into improved student performance. Imagine that – decades worth of changes, yet progress remains a distant mirage! Gary also pulls back the curtain about how a student's zip code plays a monumental role in their educational trajectory. Wait, there's more! We explore the widening academic gaps post-pandemic and why we need to act pronto to address them. If you're eager to challenge the status quo and pioneer changes for a brighter educational future, this episode is your treasure trove. Listen in and get ready to be inspired!Visit the Blog: CurriculumAssociates.com/blogFollow us on Twitter: @CurriculumAssocFollow us on Instagram: @MyiReadyHave feedback, questions, or want to be a guest? Email ExtraordinaryEducators@cainc.com to connect with us!

The Skinny Podcast
The Skinny Podcast: Bengals Training Camp (8/24/23)

The Skinny Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2023 11:41


Local 12 digital sports columnist and editor Richard Skinner was joined by Local 12 sports anchor Gary Miller to react to the happenings at Bengals Training Camp on August 24, 2023.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Skinny Podcast
The Skinny Podcast: Bengals Training Camp (8/21/23)

The Skinny Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2023 7:37


Local 12 digital sports columnist and editor Richard Skinner was joined by Local 12 sports anchor Gary Miller to react to the happenings at Bengals Training Camp on August 21, 2023.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Skinny Podcast
The Skinny Podcast: Bengals Training Camp (8/14/23)

The Skinny Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2023 6:40


Local 12 digital sports columnist and editor Richard Skinner was joined by Local 12 sports anchor Gary Miller to react to the happenings at Bengals Training Camp on August 14, 2023.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Skinny Podcast
The Skinny Podcast: Bengals Training Camp (8/9/23)

The Skinny Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2023 8:02


Local 12 digital sports columnist and editor Richard Skinner was joined by Local 12 sports anchor Gary Miller to react to the happenings at Bengals Training Camp on Aug. 9, 2023.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Skinny Podcast
The Skinny Podcast: Bengals Training Camp (8/7/23)

The Skinny Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2023 5:49


Local 12 digital sports columnist and editor Richard Skinner was joined by Local 12 sports anchor Gary Miller to react to the happenings at Bengals Training Camp on Aug. 7, 2023.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Skinny Podcast
The Skinny Podcast: Bengals Training Camp (8/4/23)

The Skinny Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2023 6:23


Local 12 digital sports columnist and editor Richard Skinner was joined by Local 12 sports anchor Gary Miller to react to the happenings at Bengals Training Camp on Aug. 4, 2023.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Skinny Podcast
The Skinny Podcast: Bengals Training Camp (8/1/23)

The Skinny Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2023 10:09


Local 12 digital sports columnist and editor Richard Skinner was joined by Local 12 sports anchor Gary Miller to react to the happenings at Bengals Training Camp on Aug. 1, 2023.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Skinny Podcast
The Skinny Podcast: Bengals Training Camp (7/31/23)

The Skinny Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2023 10:30


Local 12 digital sports columnist and editor Richard Skinner was joined by Local 12 sports anchor Gary Miller to react to the happenings at Bengals Training Camp on July 31, 2023.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Skinny Podcast
The Skinny Podcast: Bengals Training Camp (7/28/23)

The Skinny Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2023 8:10


Local 12 digital sports columnist and editor Richard Skinner was joined by Local 12 sports anchor Gary Miller to react to the happenings at Bengals Training Camp on July 28, 2023.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Don't Miss This Podcast
#212 - Failing Successfully (feat. Gary Miller)

Don't Miss This Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2023 100:43


This week on DMT, Sam and Jack have return guest and fellow member of The Dads on to talk about their live performances, trials and errors in comedy, and writing - Don't Miss This Podcast!

The Skinny Podcast
The Skinny Podcast: Bengals Training Camp (7/27/23)

The Skinny Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2023 9:26


Local 12 digital sports columnist and editor Richard Skinner was joined by Local 12 sports anchor Gary Miller to react to the happenings at Bengals Training Camp on July 27, 2023.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Skinny Podcast
The Skinny Podcast: Bengals Training Camp (7/26/23)

The Skinny Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2023 13:04


Local 12 digital sports columnist and editor Richard Skinner was joined by Local 12 sports anchor Gary Miller to react to the happenings at Bengals Training Camp on July 26, 2023.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Countdown with Keith Olbermann
JUDGE CANNON WILL NOW DECIDE WHETHER WE LIVE OR DIE - 7.18.23

Countdown with Keith Olbermann

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2023 41:10 Transcription Available


EPISODE 248: COUNTDOWN WITH KEITH OLBERMANN A-Block (1:42) SPECIAL COMMENT: Judge Aileen Mercedes Cannon will now begin to decide whether we all live or die. This, sadly, is not hyperbole. A federal judge who has presided over a total of four trials for a total of fourteen days will today make the first of a series of decisions that will ultimately end with whether we all live or die. The forest really CAN never be seen because we're next to the trees and how fitting the analogy is because while we are down here taking samples of the bark to check markings by Jack Smith, the big picture is: this judge, Aileen Cannon will at minimum help decide whether or not Donald Trump is kept out of the White House and that will at minimum help decide whether or not we have any chance of maintaining a president who will lead this nation and thus this world through climate change. It really is that stark, and I think we forget about it and then something snaps the picture into focus and in my case it IS two pictures. The first is that one grinning idiot in the black "SAN DIEGO" shirt and the black shorts and the black cap and the black sunglasses in Death Valley taking selfies with a digital thermometer reading 131 degrees - both as if that heat couldn't hill him, personally, and as if that 131 degree temperature was temporary or transient or unique to that locale or something he has to take a picture of so he can preserve it for his grandchildren and oh by the way at the present rate of acceleration of the climate catastrophe don't worry about preserving it for your grandchildren because you're not going to have any, nor is anybody else, because the last words Donald Trump ever speaks on this earth will be about how money is more important than anything or how climate change is a hoax or both and if any of the existential decisions about this planet of the next five years are made with Trump as president - we're all dead. The other image was this redneck Jason Aldean, the pride of MAGA, New Year's Eve guest at Mar-a-Lago, the yodeling darling of the Climate Denial crowd dropping a song on Friday daring black protestors to – to quote the title “Try That In A Small Town” – and then having to run off the stage and get two IV's stuck in him so he didn't lose consciousness while singing the ferocious tropical heat of Hartford, Connecticut. In July. At night. But there's no man-made climate change. Try THAT in a Small Town, Jason, after the energy grid has failed and your governor chased away all the doctors because Woke. 109 in Rome, 110 expected in Miami, 126 in Sanbao China, 152 at Persian Gulf Airport which is in Iran but closer to Dubai than anywhere else and it didn't matter because it was 152. So if the power had failed at Persian Gulf Airport, I mean, again, energy grid failure -- as if it were Texas -- there would've been a mass casualty event. Judge Cannon is to tell Trump's lawyers and Walt Nauta's lawyers and Jack Smith's team some preliminary findings about the process for handling classified information at the trial and all the indications she gave yesterday suggested she would be adding an item to the agenda: the planned trial start date and timeline and we are now on the path.  She won't be the only one who decides whether we all live or die. But she gets the first set of decisions.As to us, history doesn't usually SCHEDULE stuff this important in advance. It didn't warn us about Bubonic Plague or Archduke Ferdinand or Hitler or John Brown. But it's warning us in advance about this. I guess that means we're lucky. B-Block (17:30) POSTSCRIPTS TO THE NEWS: Flynn and Bannon are subpoenaed for the Smartmatic suit against Fox. So? Do they tell the truth, or lie? Harlan Crow tries to deduct the Good Ship Super-Yacht Clarence Thomas; Pink Beret Girl from 1/6 is finally found - and turned in by an EX. And the rule of thumb in cable news is: the first week of a new show is its ratings peak. Which means Kaitlin Collins soon will not be watching her own program. (22:51) THE WORST PERSONS IN THE WORLD: Megyn Kelly blasts RFK Jr's sister because Meg is too dumb to know what RFK Jr's sister DOES; The mayor betrays Atlanta over Cop City; and brilliant plan, Vivek Ramaswamy: on the Supreme Court, he wants: Ted Cruz, Mike Lee, and the judge who protected a Beauty Pageant's right to discriminate against transgendered people. C-Block (28:00) THINGS I PROMISED NOT TO TELL: If Lionel Messi really is going to debut for the Miami MLS team Friday we have to welcome him in the only way Countdown can. Whatever your watch may say, it's always SOCCER BREAKDOWN O'CLOCK!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Animals at Home Network
23: R&R Meet the Man Driving Next Gen Reptile Keeping | Gary Miller

The Animals at Home Network

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2023 36:26


Gary Miller is head of zoo at Sparsholt college and is educating the next generation of reptile keepers on welfare and is pushing for change! SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/23-gary-miller/ LINKS FROM THE EPISODE: Support, Subscribe  & Follow: CHECK OUT Custom Reptile Habitats CLICK HERE SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST NETWORK: SPOTIFY► https://spoti.fi/2UG5NOI Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/ReptilesandResearch Subscribe on YouTube: youtube.com/c/ReptilesandResearch Follow on Instagram: @reptilesandresearch

Building Texas Business
Ep050: Fostering a Thriving Business with Bill Boyar

Building Texas Business

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2023 43:49


Bill Boyar, Founding Shareholder of BoyarMiller, joins the podcast. Bill shares his fascinating story of going from a summer associate at a law firm to ultimately forming BoyarMiller with the help of two of his partners. Through his experiences, Bill shares the importance of focusing on people and building a strong foundation for a professional services practice, rather than solely chasing growth and money. Listen as Bill explores leadership transitions and entrepreneurial advice for those looking to build successful businesses. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS Bill Boyar, a founding shareholder of BoyarMiller, shares his journey from being a summer associate at Chamberlain Hrdlicka to starting his own firm with Gary Miller and Lynn Simon. Boyar emphasizes the importance of focusing on people and building a strong foundation for a professional services practice rather than just focusing on growth and making money. Creating a culture based on core values has been instrumental in the firm's growth over the past 33 years. Taking care of people in terms of hiring and firing decisions has shaped the firm into what it is today. Investing in technology and setting a 10-year vision for the firm were pivotal moments that contributed to BoyarMiller's success. Leadership succession and remaining independently owned were also key factors in the firm's growth and sustainability. The importance of purpose, method, and outcome in organizational development is discussed, as well as the firm's continuous engagement with all of its lawyers. Boyar reflects on the leadership transition to the current leader, who embraced the firm's mission and values, rather than bringing in their own ideas. Entrepreneurial advice is shared, such as setting standards for how to treat people and dreaming big. Boyar's first job experiences, the Tex-Mex vs. barbecue debate, and the journey of building BoyarMiller from the ground up are also discussed. LINKSShow Notes Previous Episodes About BoyarMiller GUESTS Bill Boyar About Bill TRANSCRIPT Chris Hanslik Alright, so I'm excited to start what is our 50th episode of Building Texas Business, and a very special guest, the founder of our firm, Boyar Miller, and happy to call in my law partner. So, bill, welcome to the show. Bill Boyar Thanks, Chris. I'm really excited to actually finally be here. Chris Hanslik Yes, so I think the story of our firm is a pretty special one. Obviously it's near and near to my heart. Maybe start by telling the listeners a little bit about what led you to the firm that became Boyar, simon and Miller at the time in 1990, and kind of that journey that brought you in to the firm and how that influenced where you went from there. Bill Boyar Sure, My story begins. And this journey begins the campus of Tulane Law School in New Orleans when Bob Waters from Chamberlain Herlica Whiten Waters, came to interview for a summer associate when I was in my second year. We had an amazing interview experience. It was supposed to be the last interview of the day when they were 20 minutes and we spent two hours together And that ended up resulting in me coming to Houston for my summer associate experience, and back in those days it was 12 weeks, one firm. You basically put all your chips on one number and hope it worked out. It worked out great for me. So after I graduated I came to Houston. I didn't know anybody. I had dated a girl in college who was from Houston. She was the only person. So it was really quite an adventure, Started at Chamberlain and I was there for four years. After three years, Bob, who was my boss, my mentor, my friend, my running buddy, left to become a principal with a group that developed the Houstonian And he wanted to start a little law firm when he left and took one other guy with him and a year later I joined him. So we had a little three person law firm. About six months into that experience. He came to me and he said I've got too much to do and on the principal side of this relationship so I'm not going to practice alone anymore. So I was 29 years old and the guy who had all the business was not going to be practicing law anymore and my partner was a tax lawyer who read the Wall Street Journal and tax periodicals and so I woke up one day and had a law firm to figure out how to run and manage A little bit of a cold shower. It was crazy. So I had some guys that I practiced law with at Chamberlain and over time they joined me and we went from three lawyers to ten lawyers. We moved to a facility at Five Post Oak Park. We had twenty lawyers and we had thirty lawyers and we were on opening up an office in Austin. And this was over a ten year period. And the last three or four years of that experience I was unhappy and had a hard time sort of rolling out of bed in the morning. I didn't know why, other than I didn't like the way that we were so focused on growth and making money and not really taking care of our people. So I had two little kids and in 1990 I told my wife that I was going to do something different. I didn't know what I was going to do, so I resigned from that firm and I had learned a lot. I learned a lot about running law firms and marketing and we were way ahead of the game in terms of creating a brand and doing marketing before it was sort of popular. But I didn't like the way we were treating people. It sounds like the lesson there was. Chris Hanslik You said it. You were focused on making money, not your people kind of on the wrong things that led ultimately what made look successful to unhappiness. Bill Boyar Yeah, i think the fundamental lesson I learned that you and I have talked about this a lot is that growing a professional services practice and making money is the result of doing a lot of things right. If you can figure out what that is, what are those things that you have to do right and the outcome is growth and making money. It's just a much more fulfilling way to be in this business. So I decided to leave. I didn't know what I was going to do. Fast forward, i had a client that went to high school in Waco, texas, with Gary Miller. Gary was trying to poach my client. My client said you should talk to Bill Boyar. He just resigned from his firm and Gary was like no way. So Gary and Lynn Simon had a small firm, seven lawyers. I did a bunch of interviewing. I interviewed and what I thought I was going to do was tuck into one of the big firms. I had a good size practice. I was still in my 30s. I could bring two or three lawyers and some assistance and paralegal so I could pick up a practice and take it. I did all that interviewing with all those big regional firms When I got introduced to Gary and Leonard and they were like they opened their arms. And ultimately was my wife, pam, who helped me figure out what I wanted to do with my life, because every time I came home from interviewing with one of the large firms I sort of was unhappy and couldn't see myself doing that. And when I came home from talking with Gary and Leonard, i was energized and excited. And so she's the one who pointed out to me you need to go do that. So I'd say I've had two great mulligans in my life. One was Pam, was my second marriage We've been married for 40 years But two, the opportunity to start another firm, essentially, and take the lessons from that first experience. I don't think I could spell business when waters came in and told me that I, it was my firm to run and lead and do whatever I wanted with. By the time I got a chance to partner with Gary and Leonard and start what is now Boyar-Miller, i had a better sense of what it took to be successful in this industry, but not in a traditional way. So, if you think about it, there was no internet, we weren't operating on computers, barely had cell phones. We had the big ones just stacked in your car and plugged into your lighter. But we didn't have all the technology to be connected, so we had to work harder for people to know who we were and are. But they just gave me the opportunity. They plugged my name first on the door so felt like continuity in my practice And we started and we had 10 lawyers in 1990. I think that the what brings us to today, chris, is we never really have cared how big we were or are. We've never measured our value to this industry or to our clients or to our people, to each other, by profits per partner or how many lawyers we have. We've always really focused on what's the value we contribute, and I think that makes us different. Chris Hanslik I agree There will be a lot of agreement in this episode, for obvious reasons, but I think one of the things that I've always liked about that story, and can relate to it as well, is not only you're not from Houston, you're from Texas. In a lot of ways, i think it's a testament to the welcoming nature of the Houston business community. You don't have to be from here to be successful if you want to work hard and do what you say you're going to do. Bill Boyar Yeah, i've got people all the time that we couldn't have done what we've done with this law firm, with particularly me as the sort of the first name on the door and one of the founders, anywhere in the world but Houston, texas. I'm from Philadelphia, i went to school in New Orleans, i came here, i didn't know anybody And you know, here we are 45 years later, 47 years later now, enjoying the, you know, the organization that we've built together. Chris Hanslik No, So, 1990, you get settled in this new firm, based on what you had learned over that prior 10 years. What vision did you have, or at what point did you start to develop a vision of what Boyar Miller? Bill Boyar could be. So I said I think starting out I knew that you know you learn a lot from mistakes you make. I always tell people you don't learn by doing things right, you learn by doing things wrong. So the learning for me about the previous firm was you take care of your people and you focus on the right things. But I didn't under. I had no sort of connection with the concepts of mission or purpose or vision or value. I had the things that we sort of have built the foundation of this law firm on it. When I started with Gary Leonard, i was just trying to sort of rebuild my practice. I was very, very fortunate. I brought 100% of my business with me and some really good young lawyers and support team, but I didn't really know how to actually build it. Chris Hanslik Right. How did that evolve? Where did the learning come from? Bill Boyar So we started out and because of the similarity in the names of the two firms the one I left and the one that we started together there was a lot of confusion in the marketplace And we had some young lawyers that we hired And really our journey to build a culture started with sort of sourced out of the confusion we created in the market and our young lawyers not being able to describe who we were as a firm. So a couple of really young lawyers came in. One in particular said I was at a cocktail party and people asked me about where I worked and they said tell me about the firm and I couldn't answer the question. So one of my dearest friends in the world was starting a consulting practice about the same time we started the firm and he was really focused on communication, culture building things that were. You know, it was not popular, there was no internet, people weren't doing this, so they could stick something on the internet and it has a sort of a marketing, you know tool. Chris Hanslik It's more genuine right. It's like does it matter. Bill Boyar Yeah, And his name is Mickey Conley, has a group out of Boulder called Conversant, you know, really a terrific firm. But back then he was sort of just starting to develop his own body of knowledge and the way of thinking about organizational hygiene, organizational development. So I asked him to come down. We got all our lawyers in the room and we were just wrestling with who do we want to be and how do we want to behave and what's going to define us in terms of the sort of the cultural foundation of this firm. And we sat around and I intentionally sat in the back of the room and led I think we had a dozen lawyers at the time and I let it evolve and we came up with at the time five, what we call core values. To this day four of them have survived. This is probably 1992 or three. Of those five core values, Four are still core to our being and we said, okay, this is who we're going to be. And organizations evolve, as you and I have talked about a lot. You start with nothing and something is non-existent and then you start to evolve. You start thinking and developing your way of leading to what you want as your foundation. Then something becomes reliable where you have a leader who is like the cop and I was the cop of the core values from the day that we generated them and then ultimately, something becomes institutionalized. And the first thing that became institutionalized in this firm was core values, and what defines something becoming institutionalized is when that one leader is no longer the cop and everybody is given the space and everybody agrees to hold each other accountable for the behavior. So probably the thing I'm most proud of is the way that we actually work through. It developed our core values, had them evolve, had them become reliable and now as part of our DNA. Chris Hanslik Yeah, what I love about our values here is that they have become institutional. I was here at the time where I feel like that really solidified in itself. It's when we started hiring and firing from culture and it sent a message to people that this is really real. It's not no one's above the culture or the values, and it's a game-changing moment for an organization. There was not just marketing stuff for the website, but it's really, as you just said, in the DNA. Bill Boyar Well, i think a defining moment for us was we do off-sites twice a year and we do them in June and November, and we were in an off-site in, i think, san Antonio and we sat around the room and we were having some challenges with some people, including one or two that were in the room who were our fellow shareholders and we posed the question are we willing to declare that if you cannot live consistent with our values, you cannot work here, regardless of your position of firm, and unanimously around the room everybody said yes, and soon thereafter one of the people in the room was no longer in the room for that very reason, and the message that that sent to our organization was a game-changer. Chris Hanslik I think that's a good lesson for the listeners is the culture building, setting some values and starting to hold people to account for those behaviors. To define and build a culture isn't easy. It's messy work, it's bumpy, but if you stay diligent and consistent with it and committed to it, it will play out. Bill Boyar Absolutely. I mean we evolved in terms of the behavior. Some people call them core values, some people call them pillars, some people call them standards, i don't care what you call them. What ultimately is how we can treat each other, our colleagues, our friends, people on the other side of deals, and I think that defines us. The other piece of that puzzle is purpose Right, and we struggled with how to articulate purpose. And I traveled a lot, as you know. I was on airplanes a lot, i was in hotels a lot, i was in airplane lounges a lot. My travel was long distance and I was a voracious reader of business books and I wanted to use this firm as a sort of a lab experiment of can you take principles from great companies? and I never read anything about law firms, anything about the industry. I was all. My study was what can I find from lessons from great companies and great leaders that I can see whether or not it works in a flat, horizontal organization with a bunch of Taipei people? And so I would experiment. And because we struggled so much to sort of articulate a mission statement, we pulled everybody together, as you know, in a room and the question was when you get up in the morning. What are you excited about related to coming to work? You might be excited about a lot of stuff, but I was really more focused on what are you excited about about this firm, and that's how we evolved our mission statement. I don't know how many years ago that's been now. I think it was 2007. Chris Hanslik What's really? that's such a great story and I tell it as you do all the time. There was no outside consultant, there was no prompts. It was the owners of the organization answering that question for about 45 minutes and a bunch of words on the board and three themes fell out that we then kind of worked. Smith and that mission everyone here, i think, can quote it. We check in on it, as you said, at our off-sites twice a year and it still resonates and everyone's hard to get here. Bill Boyar Yeah, and it's the. You know, it's the. You asked me early what was the vision? and you know how we think and talk around here about. You know purpose, method and outcome, and I mean my philosophy of leadership or organizational development, organizational hygiene, whatever you want to call it is. You start with purpose, which is mission. You set a direction, a vision for what you want to be when you grow up, and then you connect that with method, which is really. You know who you are, what you do and how you do it, and that's where sort of values reside. And strategy and action. And if you don't, if you can have all the strategy in the world but if you're not in action, it's meaningless. But and I think we've done a pretty good job here of trying to look forward and listen to our people you know that. You know and engage everybody who's in this firm, every lawyer who's in this firm, in the process. You sit around and think and you know somebody who's a first year associate today, 10 years from now, is if they're gonna, if they last through the experience, they're gonna be a partner here, and so we let them have influence over their own destiny, their own experience and what this firm is gonna look like for them 10 years from now. Chris Hanslik So, Like I said there's pivotal moments in organizations, right If they're going to survive, and this firm's now. I guess it's about to finish year 33. Let's talk about some of the things, when you look back, that you think in the moment we're innovative, we're pivotal to keeping the firm going in its independent state, and it has helped to get us where we sit today. Bill Boyar So several. I think the first one is our acceptance of technology. So early on, when we started, I had a very large client who let me do very large deals, international deals, that I was probably less prepared for than he was but was prepared for me to do, But I did it anyway. And I had one deal where I lived in the Regency Hotel in New York for two and a half months While I was up there and this is in 1991, while I was up there I connected with a lawyer who was part of our group And he was running his practice on a little Dell laptop computer And I was handwriting things on a yellow pad and faxing them to my assistant at Houston who was typing and then faxing back to me. And he's there on this computer And I'm like I've got to be able to do this. So I got the specs for his laptop, faxed them, Faxed them to Houston And if we looked at it today, it wouldn't be that small right Chunky. It was chunky. Yeah, it was chunky, but I had it drop shipped to me in New York And I'd work all day and teach myself how to operate that computer all night. And when I came back we finished the deal very successful. I gathered all of the lawyers in the firm in a room And I said see this One year from now, every one of you is going to be operating your practice on one of these or you won't be working here anymore. And I had one. That's a big moment. Yeah, that was a moment And one of my partners said I got a D in typing, it's not going to happen. And I laughed and I said well, you're going to have to learn how to pack, because that's the way we're going to do it. And we made the investment And it started a path for us that we were not leading edge but were right behind. We can't afford to be leading edge, but we've made tremendous investments in technology And we've continued to do that ever since. I guess the other thing I would say is in 2006, which I think was another watershed moment in our firm's history. We had 20 lawyers at the time, if you remember. We had 10 shareholders, 10 associates, the firm divided in perfect quadrants senior shareholders, junior shareholders, senior associates, junior associates And we set a 10-year vision for the firm, broke up in groups and it was amazing how consistent everybody's view was. 2006, and some of the critical things that came out of that work was in 10 years. We had to be in a new facility And the lesson I got out of it was we had to look at leadership succession. So we did a SWAT analysis, if you remember, and I was a strength, a weakness, an opportunity and a threat, right right. So I listened to that And we did a lot of work that culminated in this beautiful facility that we've now been in for seven years And you succeeding me as chairman of the firm. Chris Hanslik Yeah, i think I remember that meeting well and some of the other meetings we had, about everyone wanting to remain independent at the shareholder level and then doing the work at every level of the organization, and the input was consistent about being independent, investing in the future. One of the first things that needed to happen was leadership succession, and you, i think, took a huge moment. no reason to step aside, but put in place a plan to step aside by the time you were 60. And then we embarked on a couple years of trying to figure out who that person would be. Bill Boyar Well, we didn't spend a couple years figuring out who the person was. We spent a couple years executing. Yeah Well, look, i laugh to myself when I have friends of mine who are in their 70s, who are trying to run law firms And they're recruiting and hiring professionals who are 45 years, their junior, younger than their children. The real sort of wake up for me is when we started having my kids' friends come across as candidates And I've always been open door first name. We're all colleagues. There is some hierarchy because it's natural with experience, but I've tried to always try to break that hierarchy down. We're all a team, right, And you know, i just, i just knew that part of that that if you didn't study generational differences and then respond to those differences intelligently, that we were never gonna be a multi-generational firm. I could not do that. I could get this firm. I was chair for 20 years and I got it to a place where I thought I had exceeded my ability to drive it to the next level, and that's where you came along and you've done a phenomenal job with this firm since, which is now a dozen years. I guess It's crazy, but you know, people get entrenched in positions and it's about power. I've never felt like being chairman was the source of power for me. I always felt like trying to be a great lawyer was the source of power for me, and it still is to this day. So I never. This was not about I had to retain a title. It's why I don't have a title. I always felt like the. The ability to sort of sit in the middle generationally, be able to connect with the more senior generations and be able to connect with the more junior generations, is the sort of the perfect place to be in the leadership of any organization. And when you lose sight of that, you get myopic and you rely on sort of history versus being connected to the present. And I mean God knows. The changes we've experienced in the last five years, both generationally and socially, have been tremendous. Chris Hanslik No questions. You know there's gotta be a lot of organizations out there facing that challenge. Leaders out there in organizations, the challenge of succession. Do I do it? How do I do it? Maybe let's just talk a little bit about what that process looked like for you and in us, because, yeah, i was right there with you. It was very thoughtful and disciplined about how we went about that And it. I think the results would suggest it was executed. Thought out a great plan and executed beautifully, because it was a very seamless thing for our organization. Bill Boyar So that in 2006 I was 55. So that when we had that meeting I was 55. And it took me a little while to completely digest the message from that meeting. But the message was clearly that in 10 years from that moment there needed to be another leader. And as I thought about it, i determined that 60, 860 was the sort of the tip. That was the breakpoint that the leader of this organization and all of the leaders of this organization in each of the practice groups, needed to be younger than 60. So I counseled with some of my particularly with my friend at Conversant and talked about how best to think about this. And so at the next meeting of our shareholders, i asked the group who wants my job? And there were three of you. So we did a about a one-year program where I would ask each of you to read a particular book that I thought was reflective of my philosophy of business and leadership, and we'd go out to dinner and drink really nice wine and sit around and talk about and what was the learning and how did you apply it to the firm and the future of the firm. And you know, over a short period of time I realized that you were the logical person to take that on. So I went to the shareholders and said, chris, it's my choice, and you were unanimously endorsed. And so we created a role as vice chairman for a year where the promise was, and this was when I was closing in on 60. The promise was that by the end of that year, my responsibilities in running this firm would be transitioned to you, So that by the time I was no longer chairman and you were gentlemen that you would have been doing the job. And, as it worked out, the person who was our executive director made a decision to retire, had health issues, so you were able to then recruit your own partner in the operations, which turned out to be fantastic. So by the time it was time to make the move. Now the biggest challenge is I didn't go anywhere. Chris Hanslik Right, i was still there It was very unique. Bill Boyar Yeah, i wasn't going anywhere and we had to convince our team that Bill's not retiring. We had to also convince client base, the marketplace, our friends, that Bill wasn't retiring. But here's what I did do. I made you a promise that I would stay away for about six months, as much as I could, and let you sort of find your way, because it's different when you say you're going to be the leader and the day you wake up and you are the leader. And I think the first year was a little bumpy for me because I'd been running law firms for 30 years Even though I was sort of in denial that that was part of my identity. It obviously was. But I look back now it was one of the smartest business moves I've ever made. It freed me up to do other things, do a lot of work in the community, continue to grow my practice, be a better father, because I had more time. So it worked out really great And I think that I've counseled a lot of people on succession and it's hard to let go, but what the key to it is to build the foundation. And one thing I sort of love about the way you took it on is we talked about the name and agree it wouldn't change, and you embraced the culture of this place. You took on the mission as your own, the values as your own, and you've done nothing but build on what was there. I think the risk that people see in succession in organizations like this is that the next guy is going to come in and tear up all the work and bring their own. I've got my own ideas about what the culture should be and what the vision should be, and you didn't do that. You had a strong foundation and built on it, and that's where we are today. Chris Hanslik I get asked a lot of questions about that and did at the time. So one, they're retiring. Two, so your name's going on the door. And I'd say no. And as I experienced the culture and grew here, what I tell people, told them, then tell them today is, in our business any lawyer can have their name on the door. So there's nothing unique or special about that. I've always been a team player on teams my whole life. So being a part of a really well-known, high-functioning team is really cool and unique in my view, and to be able to have the opportunity and the privilege to be the leader of that team. So I was like I want to make that brand of Order Miller something special And if I'm known as the leader of that, that's more important than having my name on the door, because there's 80-something thousand licensed lawyers in Texas that make it each go out and hang a shingle. There's nothing unique about that. The other thing I think we've proven even though I think it's a little unique because you're right, most succession plans there's a retirement involved. We've proven you can do it without the retirement If everyone involved in those leadership roles stays focused on what's important and that's the health and well-being of the organization. Bill Boyar So I think if I had to point to one thing that made it work is the promise I made to you and to myself is that I would never contradict you in public, that I would bring to you my ideas, my concerns, whatever thoughts I had, and you could take them and do with them what you wanted. I don't think I've ever mandated anything, but I've never wanted to contradict you or take you on Shareholders meeting, lawyers meeting, how I talk about our relationship in the public, so that there's no question who's the boss, who's the chairman, who's the leader of the firm. And yeah, i think people respect what I've contributed over the last 33 years to this place and the contribution I made to the foundation. But I think there's no question about who's on first. Chris Hanslik Yeah Well, it's been great. The other thing I would add to that is in our transition. You're right that first year is almost a reverse transition. I was still learning, and always am, and there was transition for you not actually being the guy in that seat. But again, there may have been a little bumpy, but it wasn't anything that felt natural and it's proven itself, i think, so far to be successful. Bill Boyar Well, i will tell you, i made a liar out of a lot of people who doubted I could do it. Chris Hanslik I should have placed a bet. So I always like guests that have had the success like you've had and through failures and learning, And you get to, and I'll say this, and anybody that knows you know you. One of the things that drives you is the opportunity to work with entrepreneurs every day and make it their dreams happen. So what are two or three things that a listener out there that has just started a business or thinking about it, what are some of the nuggets of wisdom you'd say? keep this in mind as you start that journey, or if you're in that journey and you're questioning why. Bill Boyar I'd say so. I tell people all the time It's never too early to start thinking about the purpose for which you're doing this business and it's not making money. So what is the other, what's the real purpose? It's never too early to set standards of how you want your people to be, to treat each other. And it's never too early to dream big, think big and work backwards. I'm a sort of a classic reach out, look back, thinker, set the bar, the peg in the sand, whatever you want to call it. Look back to today and really think about what do I have to do? Too many young entrepreneurs just get up, put their clothes on and take one step forward, and another step forward, and another step forward, and it can be directionless and that can create a lot of dysfunction and failure. So it's never too early to try to actually have organizational hygiene. It's also never too early to figure out who you can get around the table, who has experience, who's been through what you're trying to go through, to coach you, counsel you. That's why organizations like YPO and EO and Vistage are so valuable, because you could find a place to have, you know, get counsel or coaching from people who have been there, who are trying, who have already accomplished what you're trying to do, or all who are similarly situated, experiencing the same challenges as you're challenging. Well, bill, this has been great. Chris Hanslik You know. Love the story. Knew most of it, you know, but just love that giving you the opportunity to be able to tell it so everyone else can hear it. So let's wrap up on some personal things. What was your first job? Bill Boyar So my first real job other than catting, when I was a kid, my first real job was working in summers in residential construction. I did sheathing and roofing for houses on a non-union crew. I did it, you know, for four summers, made my way from the guy on the ground hoisting up the four by eight to the guy up on the first story, pulling him up to the guy on the roof, laying him to the guy on the roof, being the supervisor and the hammer, until it rained one day and I'd slid off the second story of a roof. And the next summer I was on a landscaping crew. Chris Hanslik Literally boots on the ground. Bill Boyar Yeah, and I've stayed on the ground since Wisely All right. Chris Hanslik Famous question Tex-Max or barbecue? Oh, Tex-Max, Yeah, you raised the kids at Nifas, right? Bill Boyar Well, you know, i got engaged at Nifas. I celebrated every birthday there, you know, between Nifas and El Tiempo, it's yeah, i love it If you could take a 30-day sabbatical. Chris Hanslik Where would you go? what would you do? Bill Boyar You know, I knew you were going to ask me this question because I listened to all your podcasts and I think I would probably go hang out in Italy. Chris Hanslik That's a pretty popular question or answer, excuse me, i mean and it sounded like to split it They say maybe two there, two somewhere else. Bill Boyar You know, so much of my travel is three days here or four days there or a week there, but it's never really immersed. I went to school in Wales my junior year in college and I really immersed. I didn't do the year-rail pass and go to every country I could go to. I actually spent a year in the UK and in Wales and something that you know a mini version of immersion is really sounds great to me, but I got a boss who won't let me leave for 30 days. Chris Hanslik I'll see if I can talk to him about that. Bill, this has been wonderful. Thanks for telling your story, Thanks for being the kind of milestone marker for us at the 50th episode. I think we've you know, hopefully proven and validated this concept and that the listeners enjoy the content. Bill Boyar So it's a pleasure to be on this and I'm proud of what you've done with this. Thank you, Thank you. Special Guest: Bill Boyar.

Marietta Daily Journal Podcast
Cobb homeowners have sticker shock after getting home assessments

Marietta Daily Journal Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2023 14:40


MDJ  Script/ Top Stories for May 23rd Tuesday Publish Date: May 22 Monday   Henssler :15,  Bed Music fires From the Henssler Financial Studio, Welcome to the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast    Today is Tuesday May the 23rd and happy 312st birthday to Aaron Donald ***Donald highlight*** I'm Dan Radcliffe and here are the top stories Cobb is talking about, presented by Credit Union of Georgia Cobb homeowners have sticker shock after getting home assessments Cobb GOP looks for new home Laura Judge has officially thrown her hat in the ring for Cobb Board of Education  Plus, we hear from Karen Woodrich of the Natural Resources Conservation Service about the purpose and partnership of the agency's conservation programs of the USDA will have thoughts on that same topic. All of this and more is coming up on the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast.   Commercial : CU of GA   STORY 1 Tax     In Cobb County, some homeowners were surprised by higher property tax assessments recently received in the mail. The county's Board of Tax Assessors sent out assessment notices to the majority of homeowners, with three out of four seeing an increase in their home's assessed value. This means higher property taxes for many residents. One homeowner, Eileen Johnson, saw her assessed value increase by 51% since last year. The county's property digest, which calculates the total taxable value, is expected to grow by more than the projected 13%. The booming real estate market and low housing inventory contribute to the rising property values. Homeowners have 45 days to appeal the assessment if they disagree. The tax assessor's office provides assistance and encourages residents to verify their home's data and compare recent sales in their neighborhood. The actual tax bills will be sent out in August.         Story 2: GOP   The Cobb Republican Party is searching for a new location for its headquarters. Since 2010, the party has been based in a strip mall across from Roswell Street Baptist Church. The church sold the property to an investment group, and when the GOP attempted to renew its lease, the landlord declined, as a neighboring Vespa dealer wanted to expand into their space. The landlord offered an alternative building, but the rent was double the current amount. Party Chair Salleigh Grubbs stated that they would find another place within their budget. They are exploring options in Marietta to ensure convenience for attendees of GOP events. While they could hold meetings in various locations like the Democrats do, they prefer a permanent and spacious meeting space. The monthly breakfast will continue at the current headquarters until June 3rd, featuring notable speakers.     Story 3: L. Judge   Democrat Laura Judge has launched her campaign for the Cobb County school board, announcing her candidacy at Tin Lizzy's Cantina in east Cobb. As a mother of two children attending Cobb schools and an active volunteer with Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America, Judge aims to address community concerns regarding financial decisions, literacy, school safety, and discipline issues. Incumbent David Banks, in the Post 5 seat for 15 years, is undecided about running for a fifth term due to health considerations. Judge is involved with Watching the Funds - Cobb and serves as the education chair in Democratic Cobb Commissioner Jerica Richardson's "Community Cabinet" . Republican candidate John Cristadoro has also announced his bid for Banks' seat. The primary is tentatively scheduled for May 21, 2024, followed by the general election on November 5, 2024…..we'll be right back   Break:   ESOG– Dayco   STORY 4: Smyrna   Mayor Derek Norton inaugurated a new garden event space at the historic Reed House in Smyrna, Georgia. The $300,000 project transformed the undeveloped land into a beautiful venue with a walking trail, gazebo, rock benches, various flowers, trees, and a large green lawn for gatherings. The Reed House, built in 1910 by architect Leila Ross Wilburn, was purchased by the city in 2015 and underwent extensive renovations. The city plans to use the Reed House similar to the Taylor-Brawner House for rentals, receptions, weddings, and classes. The director of Parks and Recreation, Richard Garland, expressed excitement for the community to utilize the space for outdoor events, and Councilman Tim Gould praised the project as a remarkable addition.       STORY 5: Cobb Schools   The Cobb school board has approved several personnel changes, including the appointment of a new chief of staff and chief school leadership officer for Superintendent Chris Ragsdale. Sherri Hill, the current chief school leadership officer, will take over as chief of staff effective July 1, replacing Kevin Daniel, who is retiring. Dr. Jasmine Kullar, an assistant superintendent for CCSD middle schools, will assume the role of chief school leadership officer. Salaries for these positions are currently under legal review. The board also approved appointments for various assistant superintendent and principal positions within the district…..Back after this       Break  Drake – JRM     Story 8: Library     The 12th Annual Booked for the Evening Gala, organized by the Cobb Library Foundation, will take place on June 9 at the Atlanta Country Club in Marietta. The event will feature renowned author Patti Callahan Henry, known for her bestselling novels including "The Secret Book of Flora Lea." The honorary chair for the gala is Gary Miller, the CEO and president of Greystone Power. Patti Callahan Henry has received prestigious awards such as The Christy Award Book of the Year and the Harper Lee Distinguished Writer of the Year. She is also involved in the online web show and podcast Friends and Fiction.   Story 9: Softball   The Georgia Bulldogs had a dominant performance in the regional final against Virginia Tech, winning 12-3 and securing their spot in the NCAA Super Regional. Head coach Tony Baldwin expressed confidence in his team's ability to compete and be successful in the next round. Georgia will face No. 3 seed Florida State in Tallahassee. The Seminoles advanced with a perfect game by senior Kathryn Sandercock. The Super Regional series will begin on May 25, with Game 1 scheduled on ESPN2. Georgia started strong against Virginia Tech, with early runs and back-to-back home runs. Pitcher Shelby Walters and the Bulldogs' defense kept the Hokies off the scoreboard. Georgia continued to extend their lead with another home run from Sydney Chambley.   .…back in a moment   Commercial: Ingles 1   And Now Karen Woodrich of the Natural Resources Conservation Service describes the purpose and partnership within one of the agency's conservation programs. (Please run a low music bed under this) ***Woodrich*** We'll have closing thoughts in a moment   Henssler 60 Signoff- use same bed as open   Thanks again for hanging out with us on today's Marietta Daily Journal podcast. Read more about all our stories at MDJonline.com. Did you know over 50% of Americans listen to podcasts weekly? Giving you important news about your community and telling great stories are what we do. Make sure you join us for our next episode and be sure to share this podcast on social media with your friends and family. Add us to your Alexa Flash Briefing or your Google Home Briefing and be sure to like, follow, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.   www.hensslerkennesaw.com www.cuofga.com www.esogrepair.com www.daycosystemsd.com www.jrmmanagement.com www.drakerealty.com www.ingles-markets.com  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Morning Xtra
TMX Replay Wednesday May 10th 8am

The Morning Xtra

Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2023 48:04


Melania defends her husband, Gary Miller from Warrior Alliance joins the program, and more. Take a listenAtlanta's ONLY All Conservative News & Talk Station.: https://www.xtra1063.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Countdown with Keith Olbermann
TRUMP'S ARREST HANGS ON WHAT CAME OUT OF PECKER - 3.28.23

Countdown with Keith Olbermann

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2023 39:38


EPISODE 163: COUNTDOWN WITH KEITH OLBERMANN A-Block (1:41) The apparent final witness who could get Donald Trump arrested for paying off Stormy Daniels is named Pecker. DAVID Pecker, former publisher of the National Inquirer and the middleman in the Catch-and-Kill process by which Trump buried his infidelity problem before the 2016 election, returned to Alvin Bragg's Manhattan Grand Jury to confirm a) Trump paid her off and b) Trump knew it was done to influence the outcome of the election.  Silence out of the Special Counsel's office; Trump slammed on Fox and Fox Business for his Waco speech; and why Trump's history with Mike Tyson explains Trump's cult unshakable adherence to him even though he's such a putz. B-Block (15:38) POSTSCRIPTS TO THE NEWS: Was turmoil in Israel quieted or worsened when the Prime Minister said he was staving off a "civil war"? The far right calls the Nashville shooting a false flag - until the shooter was ID'd as Trans and that became their only headline. (19:00) THE WORST PERSONS IN THE WORLD: C-Block (26:15) EVERY DOG HAS ITS DAY: The whole crowd at New York Bully Crew needs our donations - they're out of food (27:15) THINGS I PROMISED NOT TO TELL: Newly recovered from an archaeological dig in my storage unit: the ORIGINAL unedited copy of the greatest TV sports outtake of all time: Gary Miller's SOCCER BREAKDOWN.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For the Love of Goats
Pygmy Goats

For the Love of Goats

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2023 28:58 Transcription Available


As a Nigerian dwarf breeder myself, I am acutely aware of how many people think that "pygmy" is a size, not a breed of goat. In this episode, we are talking to four National Champion Pygmy breeders about what exactly makes a Pygmy goat.Pygmy breeders Karole and Gary Miller of Fox Haven Pygmy Goats, Andrea Pursley of High Caliber Pygmy Goats and Diane Keith of Fair View and Shasta View, talk about the breed standard, what it takes to register a Pygmy goat, and what the judge is looking for in the show ring. Unlike Nigerian dwarf goats, which can be any color or pattern, Pygmies have very strict color requirements in both coat and eye color. Our guests also talk about the difference in the body type between Pygmies and Nigerians and the historical use of Pygmy goats. See full show notes here >> https://thriftyhomesteader.com/pygmy-goats/To see the most recent episodes, visit  ForTheLoveOfGoats.comhttps://thriftyhomesteader.com/pygmy-goats/Thanks for listening!No one ever said raising goats was easy, but it doesn't have to cost a fortune or drive you crazy! You just need the right information. Click here to learn more about our Goats 365 membership. Or see my other goat courses in Thrifty Homesteader Academy.

Nature Is My Jam
Finding Solace Amongst the Waves of Lake Michigan

Nature Is My Jam

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2023 30:58


Recorded with the Sonorous Objects SO.1 microphones and the Zoom F3 Field Recorder, this episode is all about how I find solace and peace by spending time in, on and around Lake Michigan. What makes this recording special, for me, is the muted tones of the lake when the ice has formed. It sounds completely unique and unlike any other time of the year. It is special, especially with the sporadic ice balls that form along the shore when the conditions are right. These spherical ice formations, ranging from a few inches to over a foot in diameter, are stunning to watch as they roll and bob on the lake's surface. Although they may look like snowballs, they're actually formed by layers of ice accumulating around a small nucleus of ice.February has been a tough month. Despite being the shortest month of the year, it's packed a gut punch. On February 10, my father-in-law Gary Miller passed away after battling various cancers for years. He died one day before his 75th birthday, leaving behind his wife and two daughters. Although his passing has brought an inevitable change for everyone impacted, I'm encouraged by the resilience of my wife, Rhonda, her sister, and her mom.A few days later, a mass shooting occurred on the campus of Michigan State University. A deranged individual felt it was necessary to kill three students and injure another three before taking his own life. Although I have many thoughts about this senseless act, it's difficult for me to move past the anger I feel when I think about it.When I feel trapped or need time for reflection, I head towards water. Oceans, lakes, rivers and streams have drawn me in for as long as I can remember. The sound of waves crashing on the shore, the breeze blowing across my face, and the colors of nature surrounding me always bring me peace and comfort. Today, I found solace at one of my favorite spots along Lake Michigan.When I look out at the vastness of Lake Michigan, I'm reminded of its incredible power. This precious body of water has endured for over a billion years, with an ever-changing landscape and surrounding terrain that serve as a source of healing for me. It reminds me that even when things are tough, we can still find hope and joy in the world.In 2012, I recorded Lake Michigan for the first time, and it seems fitting that I continue to find inspiration, healing, and solace by recording this precious body of water again and again and again.Recording Details:Date and Time: 2/24/2023 | 04:30 PMLocation: Peterson Road Beach, Sleeping Bear Dunes National LakeshoreLandscape/Feature: Lake Michigan, Snow, Ice Balls, WavesConditions: 10-19 degrees F (-12C to -7C), light winds, partly sunnyRecording Device: Zoom F3 Field RecorderMicrophone(s): Sonorous Objects SO.1 MicrophonesSupport the showThanks for listening! ❤️ Your support means the world to me. Follow me on Instagram and Twitter for daily updates.

Manufacturing Happy Hour
A History Lesson in Industrial Automation Recruiting with Gary Miller, CEO of Miller Resource Group

Manufacturing Happy Hour

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2023 47:50


It's time for a comprehensive history lesson in industrial automation recruiting.We sat down in the MRG Studios in Naperville, Illinois, with Gary Miller, CEO of Miller Resource Group, an industrial recruiting firm focused on hard-to-find personnel in automation, robotics, food and beverage and more.We've gotten to know a few members of the team over the years, which is why it was about time we shared a conversation with their CEO!In the episode, Gary talks about how he was introduced to industrial automation back in the 1970s, imparts advice on hiring strategy and standing out from the crowd as a recruiter and lays out his interesting thoughts and ideas about leadership.In this episode, find out:Gary's first steps in industrial automationHow he stepped up to own his company in the 1980sHow to package your company storyBehind the curtain of recruitmentWhat recruiters should look for in candidatesWhat candidates should look for in recruitersHow we can take inspiration from the Grateful DeadWhy you should adopt a learning mindset The books that inspire himEnjoying the show? Please leave us a review here. Even one sentence helps. It's feedback from Manufacturing All-Stars like you that keeps us going!Tweetable Quotes:“There's things and there's stuff. Things you count, stuff you measure.”"When a candidate asks me questions that makes me stumble, I'm usually intrigued by that candidate.”“You have to understand what the problem is. Then demonstrate how your skills can help solve that problem.”Links & mentions:Follow Gary on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bestrecruitingfirm/ Follow Gary on Twitter: https://twitter.com/gmillermrg Miller Resource Group: https://millerresource.com/ The Green Turtle Tavern, Fernandina Beach, FL – described as Amelia Island's funkiest and friendliest bar. Offering hand-crafted cocktails and beers, plus live music on the front porch: https://www.ameliaisland.com/Eat-and-Drink/Green-Turtle-Tavern Make sure to visit http://manufacturinghappyhour.com for detailed show notes and a full list of resources mentioned in this episode. Stay Innovative, Stay Thirsty.

Countdown with Keith Olbermann
GOP HOPES TO EXORCISE TRUMP OVER ANTISEMITES 11.29.22

Countdown with Keith Olbermann

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2022 37:39


EPISODE 84: COUNTDOWN WITH KEITH OLBERMANN A-Block (1:44) SPECIAL COMMENT: I think Republicans just found a window to push Trump out of the party over Nick Fuentes and Kanye West. His VP, at least a dozen Senators, and others rushed for the exits - and to publicly slam him for dining with the two antisemites (2:30) Relax. I'm not interested in their flexible and utterly reversible morals. They did this exact same thing with the Access Hollywood tape. They don't CARE. Trump doesn't CARE. But when Rick Scott says "there's no room in the Republican Party for white supremacy and antisemitism" he's setting in motion a political timeline that ends with Trump as a 3rd Party candidate who splits the Republican vote. (7:15) It isn't yet a full-fledge run on the bank, but it was enough for Mike Pence to demand Trump apologize (10:42) and even Herschel Walker to run for cover. (11:50) As a footnote, why is it all Fuentes and not Kanye? Last night the host of a livestream didn't immediately agree with West's proclamation that "The Media" and "The Jews" were the same, so seconds later West walked off the show in protest. B-Block (17:15) EVERY DOG HAS ITS DAY: Luca in New York (17:57) POSTSCRIPTS TO THE NEWS: 1/6 Committee interviews Kellyanne ConJob, and the top puppy and kitten names for 2022 (20:05) IN SPORTS: How the World Cup started or accelerated the Chinese anti-government protests (23:03) THE WORST PERSONS IN THE WORLD: Marsha Blackburn destroys a kitchen and the subtle threat for more Colorado Springs shootings from "Gays Against Groomers," competing with the tag-team of Elon Musk and Steven Crowder for the honors. C-Block (25:05) THINGS I PROMISED NOT TO TELL: Enjoying Alexi Lalas on the Fox Sports coverage of The World Cup? A quarter century ago he and I did a "This Is SportsCenter" commercial. If you've ever wondered how much fun it would be to grab a guitar out of Lalas's hands, in a crowded newsroom that hasn't been warned, and smashing it against a wall - it pretty much couldn't be MORE fun. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.