Podcast appearances and mentions of gavin blair

Gavin Blair, COO of Bright Harbor, joins the rest of the podcast team tonight. He discusses the unique challenges people face in the aftermath of disaster. Whether it's knowing the best way to file with your insurance company, or how to navigate the FEMA bureaucracy, having an advocate in your corner can be a game-changer.

Wildfires, floods, total loss — what happens when disaster strikes and people need help navigating the chaos?Gavin Blair, COO of Bright Harbor and former CX leader at Lemonade, joins Lauren Wood to break down why disaster recovery is failing the empathy test — and what needs to change. From the California wildfires to the broken insurance system, Gavin reveals how frontline teams can rebuild trust in the moments that matter most. This conversation covers why insurance is so difficult to navigate, how Bright Harbor is reshaping disaster recovery with AI and human connection, and the simple CX strategies that can turn devastation into a structured path forward.If you think empathy and efficiency can't coexist in high-stakes CX, think again. Key Moments: 00:00: Who is Gavin Blair, COO of Bright Harbor?02:17 Bright Harbor's Mission and Inception04:08 Challenges in Insurance CX06:18 Empathetic CX Through Disaster Recovery11:08: Citizens' Optimism & Resilience After LA Fires14:51: Training Empathetic and Responsive Teams23:05 Role of AI in Enhancing Empathy33:51 Why Responsiveness is the Most Important Part of CX41:43 Gavin's Advice for CX Leaders Everywhere –Are your teams facing growing demands? Join CX leaders transforming their strategies with Agentforce. Start achieving your ambitious goals. Visit salesforce.com/agentforce Mission.org is a media studio producing content alongside world-class clients. Learn more at mission.org

Today on the show: reporter Gavin Blair live in Japan at the G-7. Natalie Dale from the Georgia DOT. Hip Hop icon Da Real Monie Love. Plus, Would You Rather with Lil Sanjay! 9am-noon on 95.5 WSB. #preesh

WARNING: INCOMING BLOOB! For their 25th episode, the Bloobcast take a trip to Mainframe for a look at Rob's all time favourite TV show - the 90's CGI Cyberpunk series ReBoot! They discuss the show's evolution from Saturday morning cartoon to serialised epic, the strong storytelling, battles with broadcast standards the episode that lead to Mad Max Fury Road, the show's infamous mid season axing in the UK, and how what initially began as a nod to Wallace and Gromit caused big trouble. Music/Clips used: ReBoot by Mainframe Entertainment (created by Gavin Blair, Ian Pearson, Phil Mitchell and John Grace) ReBoot soundtrack composed by Bob Buckley Donkey Kong Country theme composed by Pure West Ace Lightning theme "There's A Hero" performed by Four Square Dragon Ball Z theme "Rock The Dragon" composed by Shuki Levi and Haim Saban Kingdom Hearts theme composed by Yoko Shimomura

KGMI's Dianna Hawryluk talks to CBS correspondent Gavin Blair about the death of the former Prime Minister of Japan, Shinzo Abe.

CEO of the Iowa Association of Realtors, Gavin Blair, joins us this week to talk about a variety of topics but at the heart of it all, we discuss why it is so important that Realtors are engaged with their association to shape the future of real estate!

CEO of the Iowa Association of Realtors, Gavin Blair, joins us this week to talk about a variety of topics but at the heart of it all, we discuss why it is so important that Realtors are engaged with their association to shape the future of real estate!

On this episode, Jeff & Soraya are joined by guest host Ronnie Barnett (The Muffs) to speak with Gavin Blair (True West).

ReBoot co-creator Gavin Blair chats with us once again, as we discuss seasons 3 & 4, and answer your listener questions!

Geoff and Blake are back to finish up season 2 of reboot with episode 9 "Trust No One". Which is part 1 of the 2 part finale.  In this instalment, Geoff and Blake watch one huge homage to a legendary sci-fi series, are exposed to a creepy and unsettling scene, and prepare themselves for what’s to come... Like us on Facebook: @ https://www.facebook.com/GoodMorningMainframe Episode no. 2.09 Written by: Mark Leiren-Young Story by: Gavin Blair, Mark Leiren-Young, Phil Mitchell, Ian Pearson, Susan Turner Original Airdate: 25 January 1996

Our Patreon-exclusive Season 2 wrap-up with ReBoot co-creator Gavin Blair is now available for everyone to hear!   Make sure not to miss out on future bonus episodes by backing us at http://www.patreon.com/incominggame 

After a short hiatus, Geoff and JR return to talk fond memories of MS Paint!  - Like us on Facebook @ https://www.facebook.com/GoodMorningMainframe Episode no. 2.05 Written by Jono Howard, Susan Turner Story by Gavin Blair, Phil Mitchell, Ian Pearson, Mark Schiemann, Susan Turner Original Airdate 2 November 1995

ReBoot co-creator Gavin Blair took time to chat with us about Season 1, its origins and evolution from inception to air, and took us behind the scenes on the making of the series!

Just a quick update on the scheduling of the next few episodes. Don't panic! We'll be back next week with our Gavin Blair interview, before hopping into Season 2.  If waiting isn't your strong suit, then consider supporting our Patreon, and get episodes up to a week early!

In this episode: Geoff, JR, Blake, and Jeremy learn a little more Mainframe lore, Megabyte shifts blame to spare his ego, and we’re all reminded of a certain skateboarding game. Like us on Facebook @ https://www.facebook.com/GoodMorningMainframe Episode no: 2.03 Written by: Jono Howard Story by: Gavin Blair, Brendan McCarthy, Phil Mitchell, Ian Pearson, Lane Raichert Original Airdate: 14 September 1995

In this episode: Geoff and JR talk about episode 2 of season 2 where we get to meet a code master, a stubborn old man, Enzo solves a mystery in record time as well as a western! Code Master get up get coffee , Code Master go to job, Code Master have boring meeting , With boring guardian Bob Like us on Facebook @ https://www.facebook.com/GoodMorningMainframe Episode no. 2.02 Written by Martin Borycki Story by Gavin Blair, Phil Mitchell, Ian Pearson, Lane Raichert Original Airdate 7 September 1995

In this episode: Geoff and JR are back to kick off season 2 of Reboot. The season hits the ground running with slaps, recognizable voices, funny visual gags as well as references to all your favorite 80s sci-fi movies! Sorry for the delay as we ran into some audio issues with the season one recap. Like us on Facebook @ https://www.facebook.com/GoodMorningMainframe   Episode no. 2.01 Written by Martin Borycki Story by Gavin Blair, Phil Mitchell, Ian Pearson, Lane Raichert Original Airdate 31 August 1995

In this episode: Geoff, Blake, Jeremy, and Howard return for the exciting conclusion, the retroactive foreshadow goes off the charts, and Jeremy just can’t escape the one-eyed monster. Like us on Facebook @ https://www.facebook.com/GoodMorningMainframe   Episode no: 1.13 Written by: Jono Howard Story by: Gavin Blair, Phil Mitchell, Ian Pearson Original Airdate: May 31 1995

Apologies for the late upload, Geoff was under the weather and unable to get this week's episode up on time. But here it is, please enjoy! In this episode: Geoff, Blake, Jeremy, and Howard watch part one of the two-part season finale, are introduced to a “beloved” character, and revisit the darker side of the series. Cowabunga! Like us on Facebook @ https://www.facebook.com/GoodMorningMainframe Episode no. 1.12 Written by Jono Howard Story by Gavin Blair, Phil Mitchell, Ian Pearson Original Airdate May 24 1995

In this episode: Geoff, Blake, and Howard are reunited with a childhood robot, are shocked to learn that live null juggling was banned, and discover that it’s fun to play in the non-violent way. Like us on Facebook @ https://www.facebook.com/GoodMorningMainframe Episode no. 1.11 Written by: Lane Raichert Story by: Gavin Blair, Phil Mitchell, Ian Pearson Original Airdate: May 10 1995

In this episode: Geoff, Jr & Howard discuss arguably the best episode of season 1, how much of an annoyance Mike The TV really is, how we all love butter knives, and of course, JR's undeniable knowledge of Dungeons & Dragons! P.S Apologies to Blake ;) Episode no. 1.09 Written by Jono Howard, Lane Raichert Story by Gavin Blair, Phil Mitchell, Ian Pearson, Lane Raichert Original Airdate 25 February 1995

In this episode: Geoff, Blake and Howard witness Mainframe’s biggest financial threat yet...software pirates. They also discover that Bob is a terrible singer, and that money talks, yeah yeah, money talks. Episode no. 1.07 Written by Lane Raichert Story by Gavin Blair, Phil Mitchell, Ian Pearson, Lane Raichert Original Airdate 10 December 1994

The nation needs YOU to get involved! Gavin Blair, AE/CEO of the State Realtor Association of Iowa, discusses the passing of first-time homebuyer legislation, the challenges of association life, and the dire need for top producers and working realtors to have a voice and make an impact. Tune in to learn how Iowa is leading the nation and making home buying a reality for first-time buyers, and get inspired to be a voice in your own community. Please subscribe to this podcast in iTunes or in the Podcasts App on your phone. Never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting The Leigh Brown Experience. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:40 – Gavin is a AE/CEO of a State Realtor Association in Iowa; goal is to deal with legislature in Iowa, deal with back-office needs, protect rights, and defend its 7,200 members 01:40 – State forms, education for members across the state: founded on code of ethics and constantly focused on that 02:02 – What it means to run the association 02:10 – Advocacy: his background is in politics; he was a lobbyist for the Columbus Board of Realtors 02:52 – Goal is to make sure consumer gets best deal in home ownership 03:20 – Spearheaded something for homebuyers statewide 03:43 – “Brain drain issue:” 70% of students leave after they graduate 03:58 – 5 years they started working on first-time homebuyer legislation and it passed last year 04:05 – Individuals can set aside an account where people can donate and write off donation up to $30,000 for first-time home buying fees 04:45 – Iowa was one of the first states to come up with and implement the idea and he hopes it'll be nationwide to break the barrier to home ownership 05:23 – Realtors in the organization are aware of this movement, but most realtors aren't involved or aware of the smaller day-to-day legislations 06:35 – Have provided a way for families to help each other and incentivize saving, despite a decrease in revenue to the state 07:00 – Factoring the home purchase process's impact to the economy, it provides an influx of cash greater to what the state is losing and is a win-win 07:58 – So many people get paid in the process of a home sale 08:20 – For every house bought in Iowa, about $55,000 is dumped back into the economy (contractors, stores, people, etc.) 08:50 – Homeowners are invested in their community long-term; they give back 09:24 – We get lost in money turnaround over the long-term benefit of home ownership 09:44 – As small businesses grow and they buy buildings, business owners care more about their properties as well vs. large corporations 10:20 – Mega farms buy up small family farms and water contamination has become an issue because they don't care as much about the community 11:42 – Realtors apart of family farms and rural sales are involved in community upkeep and protection 12:07 – Realtors are both rural and urban – must bridge the gap 12:52 – IAR looks out for both types of communities; 2,500 are urban, the other 5,000 are rural 13:30 – What do you wish you could un-see? 13:42 – Some people are involved in association but aren't in the everyday business; the best members are in the field everyday 14:03 – The “trade association junkies” aren't tied so closely to the business so sometimes don't watch out for the day-to-day agent or consumer 14:11 – Can be time consuming for leadership 14:30 – How do you get top producers to get involved and show up? 14:32 – It comes down to, “How do you help me?” and “What's in it for me?” 14:45 – Its good for your pocketbook, your referral network, your business, and it's a way to give back 15:15 – Legislature affects you every day; get involved at the local level 15:36 – Hard part is keeping members involved once they are there at state and local level 15:54 – Members that don't do a lot of business can dominate a meeting and scare away top-producers and everyday business-doers 16:13 – Top producers are needed in association life because you are touching the most consumers and can be heard 16:33 – You can't complain if you aren't engaged 16:50 – We are only as good as the members involved at the association level 17:08 – It is a member driven and focused organization; they care but need your involvement 18:19 – If you are participating in conversations regarding legislature, get into an association to make an impact 18:29 – Reach Gavin through social media: Twitter, (search Gavin Blair), or email: gavin@iowarealtors.com 3 Key Points Advocacy is intended to make sure the consumer gets the best deal. Get involved – top producers who touch the most consumers need to be heard. Joining an association directly benefits you, your pocketbook, and your network. Credits Audio Production by Chris Mottram Show Notes provided by Melissa Valder

In this episode: its Formula 1 meets Mario Kart! Geoff and JR are introduced to one of the series’ best characters, discover that puns are in the eye of the beholder, and more importantly miss a very obvious Star Trek reference. Episode 2: Racing The Clock Episode no. 1.02 Written by Gavin Blair, John Grace Story by Ian Pearson, Gavin Blair Original Airdate 17 September 1994 Tags: Reboot, Dot, Enzo, Matrix, Super Computer, Mainframe.  

Episode 3: Waiters and Dragons In this episode: Geoff, Blake, Jeremy, and Howard are introduced to a beloved duo, learn where to park your dragon, and discuss how the show poked fun at the censorship it suffered at the time. Episode no. 1.03 Written by John Grace, Gavin Blair Story by Gavin Blair, Ian Pearson Original Airdate 24 September 1994  

ORIGINAL AIRDATE: January 9th, 1989 --- Pete's mandatory recertification boot camp is interrupted by smugglers and a downed DEA plane MISSION: MacGyver must run Pete through a gauntlet to keep him certified for field work, but their trek through MacGyver Land is quickly sidetracked when the wreckage of a DEA surveillance plane indicates trouble in the area. This week's highlights include: Here's that link to the MacGyver Project interview with Dale Wilson. Here is the insane synopsis Richard mentioned that has since been removed from imdb. Since this episode was recorded, it has been implied by various news outlets that the MacGyver reboot series will be premiering in the fall of this year, Friday's at 8pm on CBS. ReBoot (Television) ReBoot is a Canadian-American CGI-animated action-adventure television series that originally aired from 1994 to 2001. It was produced by Vancouver-based production company Mainframe Entertainment, Alliance Communications, BLT Productions. The animated series was created by Gavin Blair, Ian Pearson, Phil Mitchell, and John Grace, with the visuals designed by Brendan McCarthy after an initial attempt by Ian Gibson. Check out the article on wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ReBoot. Watch S4E6: "The Survivors" on CBS's website or check the alternative streamability of this episode here.

It's a return trip to the Metro Toronto Conventiion Centre for another road trip edition of the show for Part 2 of my coverage of Fan Expo 2012.Ramble   First up I catch up with one of the stars of the new movie The Brawler, actor Nathan Grubbs as we talk about the film and some of the actual hits he took filming it.  Then it's one of the most mysterious characters in Sci-Fi with the interview with actor William B. Davis who was the cigarette man on the cult hit The X-Files.  It's comic book time when I chat with Dan Didio from DC Comics as we talk about what has been going on in the new 52 and old characters getting a new look.  From comics to some fantastic computer animated cartoon action as I talk with one of the Co-creators of Re-Boot, Gavin Blair as we tal;k about the groundbreaking show.  Music for this episode features the song Black Hole by Victor Stellar that can be found at www.famemusic.com . Other instrumental music is by the band Mr. Burns (www.mrburnsmusic.com). As always your comments and suggestions are welcome.

Alison Loat, executive director of the think tank Samara, discusses the results of a new study looking at the Canadian media's coverage of politics. London, Ontario software developer Gavin Blair talks about an app he's developed to help citizens better cover city councils. Mike Klassen shares his thoughts on the closure of his popular CityCaucus.com blog. And our rabble-rousing panel - Don Anderson, Eleanor Gregory, the Georgia Straight's Charlie Smith and Allan Warnke - share their thoughts on the week that was in provincial and federal politics.