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Tim covers every game from Friday, November 14th, breaking down for fantasy GMs the hottest adds, players nearing the drop line, and key shifts across the Fantasy Basketball landscape! Catch Tim and William with the SportsEthos Box Score Breakdown every Monday through Friday, right after the games. Follow: @EthosfantasyNBA @Blaklynx1 & @WilliamIsBill on Twitter Subscribe rate & review: Spotify, Apple, Amazon & Youtube Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Wil and Nicholas open by talking about “flowing like water” and how that mindset shows up in hospitality: staying adaptable, humble, and open. Nicholas traces his path from teaching skiing to unexpectedly building a career in enterprise software and QA with major pharma and tech companies, then starting a nonprofit, and finally helping open Feast Bistro in Bozeman. He describes the harsh reality of the first two years at Feast: the gap between fantasy and the P&L, mispriced menus, long hours, financial strain, and the grit required to survive COVID. What kept them afloat was humility, constant feedback from guests, and a deep belief that hospitality is about service, not ego.Those struggles led him to create Check This Out, a simple SMS-driven retention and word-of-mouth platform built first for Feast. Traditional marketing (direct mail, email, social) felt like guesswork because he couldn't track what actually drove revenue or distinguish new from returning guests. By counting every mailer and transcribing every comment card, he discovered that over 80% of guests came because someone they knew recommended Feast. That insight became the backbone of Check This Out: use SMS to bring guests back more often and amplify referrals with trackable, time-bound offers that clearly show who is driving traffic and sales. Throughout the episode, Nicholas emphasizes the same core ideas he's lived by: hospitality as service, learning over knowing, capital-efficient building, and using simple tools that actually work.10 Key Takeaways Hospitality is a gateway industry.Nicholas entered it through ski instruction and serving tables, learning empathy and customer focus, skills that shaped everything he's done since. Boredom fuels creativity.Long, quiet Vermont summers sparked the imagination that later helped him pivot careers and eventually become an entrepreneur. An unlikely path to restaurateur.Years in software QA taught him how to build systems that solve real user problems, experience that later informed Feast and Check This Out. Most pro formas are fantasy.Reality hits fast in restaurants: labor, food cost, pricing, and traffic rarely match projections, and the P&L forces honesty. Underpricing is a common early mistake.Feast discovered they were charging too little and had to adjust based on real customer behavior and feedback. Equity builds commitment.Giving chefs, GMs, and key partners skin in the game helped Feast survive the hardest stretches and come out stronger. Listening is everything.Nicholas embraces Kaizen and Deming's cycle: feedback from guests and staff only matters if you act on it without ego. Word-of-mouth is the true growth engine.His analysis showed 80%+ of guests came through personal recommendations, far more than any ad channel. SMS outperforms email and social.Near-100% open rates and fast response times mean campaigns drive real, trackable revenue, something other channels can't match. Check This Out delivers “butts in seats.”Restaurants use it to send compelling texts and let guests forward offers to friends, giving operators clear attribution and measurable ROI instead of guesswork.
Tim covers every game from Thursday, November 13th, breaking down for fantasy GMs the hottest adds, players nearing the drop line, and key shifts across the Fantasy Basketball landscape! Catch Tim and William with the SportsEthos Box Score Breakdown every Monday through Friday, right after the games. Follow: @EthosfantasyNBA @Blaklynx1 & @WilliamIsBill on Twitter Subscribe rate & review: Spotify, Apple, Amazon & Youtube Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
This series, Business in Better Shape, was born from new research by Tech on Toast and Square, The Long-Term Case for Smarter Tech Investment.We spoke to more than 150 hospitality leaders across the UK, uncovering an industry stuck between ambition and hesitation. Most hospitality teams buy tech only when something's on fire - Square's research shows just 6% plan purchases, while 94% react. That insight inspired this series, real conversations with operators who are finding ways to move forward, to simplify, to modernise without losing what makes hospitality human.Download the research here;https://www.techontoast.community/researchIn our second episode, Rachel Masing, People Director, Pool House - from the minds behind Topgolf & Puttshack, lays out how to flip that script and design people-first systems before opening day and use tech to create space for human leadership.Episode HighlightsTech-infused experience: ball & cue tracking, digitized scoring, and player-levelling to make pool competitive and inclusive.People blueprint: values → behaviours → role profiles → always-on feedback loops; hire for skill and behaviour.Scale by design: choose tools that work cross-city/country, not just for site #1.Noise killers: clear comms rules + project visibility (e.g., Slack for HQ, ClickUp for projects) so work doesn't vanish into silos.Tech as strategy: not “keep the Wi-Fi up,” but a leader who scans the market and briefs teams on what to adopt next.AI where it helps: recruiting at scale and emerging AI-enabled coaching/L&D—augment humans, don't replace them.GM = business owner: elevate GMs to run people, finance, sales, and ops—then upskill them to coach on site.Ownership mindset: equity for core teams and day-one employee ownership to hard-wire culture and commitment.Big missing piece: a light, continuous performance conversation tool (voice notes, auto-pull shift/attendance/peer signals, simple scheduling).This series is powered by Square - helping hospitality operators put their business in better shape through connected commerce, payments, and restaurant technology.https://squareup.com/gb/en
William Harris covers every game from Monday, Wednesday, November 12, breaking down for fantasy GMs the hottest adds, players nearing the drop line, and key shifts across the Fantasy Basketball landscape! Catch Tim and William with the SportsEthos Box Score Breakdown every Monday through Friday, right after the games. Follow: @EthosfantasyNBA @Blaklynx1 & @WilliamIsBill on Twitter Subscribe rate & review: Spotify, Apple, Amazon & Youtube Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
AP, Pac G, Blackk GMS, & BinkiBianca are back talking crazy. GMS and Pac G bond over their love of the pure whyte, AP shows love to our special brothers and sisters out there, Binki makes faces, & we all take turns hiding from some crazy AP jokes. We discussed the viral TikTok of the girl calling churches asking for baby formula as well as a mother and son arguing on live about a serious family situation. Last but not least, we made a big announcement about the future of the show. #tiktokviral Follow the 3G's:3G's IG: https://www.instagram.com/3gspodcast414/AP YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AP4LifeBlackk GMS IG: https://www.instagram.com/blackkgms/Blackk GMS YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/THEGMSSHOWPac G YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@pacg4143Support the 3G's:AP Cash App: https://cash.app/$APFAMILYMANAP PayPal: https://paypal.me/apfamilyman?country.x=US&locale.x=en_USPac G Cash App: https://cash.app/$paczilla7414Blackk GMS Cash App: https://cash.app/$jacquanpittman50Subscribe to the 3G's on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Y5LKIWdfltn2p0qc0QZdSSubscribe to the 3G's on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3Rbmo7Y Subscribe to the 3G's on iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-3gs-podcast-136880040/0:00 Intro12:05 GMS Met An Actor from The Wire21:25 Fans Talkin Ish29:06 Corey Went in On Tony Baker44:26 Men Without Facial Hair54:59 When Your Woman is Ready to Leave1:15:55 Bowling with Downs1:26:31 Talking to God After We Die1:35:10 TikTok Church Baby Formula Social Experiment1:52:03 Mom vs Son2:04:14 Big Announcement 2:34:43 Holiday Cookies
Tim Woodson covers every game from Tuesday, November 11, breaking down for fantasy GMs the hottest adds, players nearing the drop line, and key shifts across the Fantasy Basketball landscape! Catch Tim and William with the SportsEthos Box Score Breakdown every Monday through Friday, right after the games. Follow: @EthosfantasyNBA @Blaklynx1 & @WilliamIsBill on Twitter Subscribe rate & review: Spotify, Apple, Amazon & Youtube Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
CW: Sounds of violence and monster dismembermentThe party arrives in Washington D.C. only to discover that the city is already under attack from other worldly monsters.GM'd by ZoupStarringGrant Nordine as ThaneKendrick Smith as OpportunityAbby Yazzie as YarrowDiamond Lynn as LavieNoordin Ali Kadir as RuhanDemigods was created by Probably OK games and can be purchased hereThis week we are happy to support our friends at Unbalanced Encouters! Join them for their next exciting, rootin' tootin', sad as hell western season!We are also promoting the fifth exciting season from our friends at 5 GMs in a Trenchcoat! Give the new season a listen today!
Mark Followill and Brian Dameris hop into Studio41 to discuss the Mavericks relieving Nico Harrison of his GM duties.The guys breakdown what this means moving forward as Michael Finley and Matt Riccardi take over as co-interim GMs. They also discuss Cooper Flagg's break out performance against the Bucks and how the newest game plan from Coach Kidd could lead to some more wins.
This week, Chris is joined (again!) by Christian Mouysset, Co-founder of Tenzo, the “glue” that brings sales, labour, inventory, reviews and reservations into one real-time view. We talk actionable KPIs over vanity metrics, why speed of feedback beats perfect dashboards, and how “performance ops” helps GMs move the needle on today's shift, not next quarter's report.HighlightsFrom data overload to action: pick 3–5 KPIs and shine a light—things improve.Real-time or it's too late: feedback after lunch beats a board pack next week.Shift-level impact: targets part-timers can act on within a three-hour window.AI done right: ML for forecasting, LLMs for summaries, automation for delivery—different tools, different jobs.Integrations that work: human relationships + solid APIs matter.Best-of-breed vs all-in-one: choose your four dimensions (geo, sub-vertical, toolset, segment) and make trade-offs on purpose.Hotels turning F&B inside-out: untapped revenue if ops and insight align.Key takeaways:Start with one KPI (e.g., spend per labour hour) and prove a win before adding more.Put mobile, real-time insight in the GM's hand; avoid 15 logins and 28-page PDFs.Separate ML, LLMs and automation; don't lump everything under “AI”.Build integrations at the right granularity (hour, site, revenue centre).Timestamps01:45 – Tenzo in one line: the “glue” for restaurant data04:50 – Data drowning vs focusing on what matters06:40 – “Shine a light and it gets better” (Hard Rock lesson)08:50 – Real-time targets teams can act on today12:30 – Why mobile matters for GMs (and part-timers)14:50 – AI: forecasting, summaries and automation—what's what18:30 – Trust, accuracy and adoption20:45 – Integrations: people, APIs and the right granularity24:30 – Best-of-breed vs all-in-one (choose your sacrifices)26:55 – Industry pulse: cautious optimism and real ROI28:40 – Hotels & F&B: new momentum29:55 – How to reach ChristianGuestChristian Mouysset – Co-founder, TenzoWeb: gotenzo.comEmail: christian@gotenzo.comSponsorLightspeed — POS and payments built for busy service. Close the year strong.ConnectHost: Chris FletcherSubscribe, rate and share if this helped your operation.Got a stack worth talking about? Share your tech stack and help build a better-connected industry.
◇ Thomas from Denmark asks where GMs should roll their dice, Wes in Indianapolis has some tips for finding a gaming group, & From the Archive 2019: Andreas from Sweden asks about how to make combats interesting | Hosts: Kimi & Jay ◇ 00:33◇ Welcome & Episode Summary 01:41◇ Announcements 2:30◇ Indie Designer of the Month: Kodi Gonzaga https://jaztice.itch.io/ 3:34◇ Mailbag 1 23:29◇ Mailbag 2 36:05◇ Mailbag 3 - From the Archive 51:03◇ Episode Closing 54:14◇ Music ◇ Email happyjacksrpg@gmail.com or post in our Discord server to send in your own topic or question for the show! ◇ Find us on Youtube ◇ Twitch ◇ Twitter ◇ Instagram ◇ Facebook ◇ Discord or find all our podcast feeds on your favorite Podcast platform! happyjacksrpg.carrd.co ◇ Subscribe to our Actual Play Feed! We have a backlog of campaigns in over 20 RPG systems and new games running all the time. ◇ Become a Patreon! All the money goes into maintaining and improving the quality of our shows. patreon.com/happyjacksrpg Ⓒ2025 Happy Jacks RPG Network www.happyjacks.org
Light week (49 total games) with a heavy Saturday (13). Prioritize players from NYI/NYR, and use off-night stacks. Drop fringe Blackhawks (only 2 games). A few notable injuries/returns could open short-term value (Buffalo PP1, NJD blue line, TOR goalie split). Strategy through the sixth matchup of the NHL Fantasy Hockey season. Highlighting the teams and streams to target for roster optimization, matchup exploitation and maximizing our chances to win the matchup. Whether you are looking for points or peripherals, skaters or goalies - Five Hole Fantasy Hockey has you covered. If you're enjoying the show, please leave us a Review on Apple Podcasts or Rate us on Spotify. It's the best free way to help the show. To join the community, or get access to 2500+ likeminded fantasy hockey GMs to join in the non-stop discussion on trades, pickups and drops, sit/start questions and way more - be sure to join the Fantasy Hockey Discord! Chirp us on X @FHFHockey or in the Discord, Love you guys
Tim Woodson covers every game from Friday, November 7, breaking down for fantasy GMs the hottest adds, players nearing the drop line, and key shifts across the Fantasy Basketball landscape! Catch Tim and William with the SportsEthos Box Score Breakdown every Monday through Friday, right after the games. Follow: @EthosfantasyNBA @Blaklynx1 & @WilliamIsBill on Twitter Subscribe rate & review: Spotify, Apple, Amazon & Youtube Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
William Harris covers every game from Thursday, November 6, breaking down for fantasy GMs the hottest adds, players nearing the drop line, and key shifts across the Fantasy Basketball landscape! Catch Tim and William with the SportsEthos Box Score Breakdown every Monday through Friday, right after the games. Follow: @EthosfantasyNBA @Blaklynx1 & @WilliamIsBill on Twitter Subscribe rate & review: Spotify, Apple, Amazon & Youtube Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
This series, Business in Better Shape, was born from new research by Tech on Toast and Square, The Long-Term Case for Smarter Tech Investment.We spoke to more than 150 hospitality leaders across the UK, uncovering an industry stuck between ambition and hesitation. Most hospitality teams buy tech only when something's on fire - Square's research shows just 6% plan purchases, while 94% react. That insight inspired this series, real conversations with operators who are finding ways to move forward, to simplify, to modernise without losing what makes hospitality human.Download the research here;https://www.techontoast.community/researchIn our third epsisode Jonny Bramwell, Regional Ops at Rosa's Thai shares the operator's view from the floor, pick tools that give time back, fit the brand, and lift service - not add noise.Episode HighlightsBrand-first fit: tech must support the Rosa's experience (fast, fresh, friendly) without forcing guests down paths they don't want.FSR: in full-service, tech should facilitate the theatre and human touch, not replace it.Test & learn (hard): run real trial sites, stress-test with frontline teams, and involve the partner directly in fixes.Time back for teams: main buying lens - does it reduce workload, protect work-life balance, and free GMs to plan (not just cover shifts)?Operator dashboard: mornings start with covers, like-for-like, delivery, and guest sentiment to decide where to lean in.Adoption signals: happier teams, lower turnover, stronger reviews, rising spend/head = tech is actually used and valued.Buying criteria: brand fit, guest experience, time back, scalable rollout (roadmaps alone are not enough).Work with reality: mistakes happen - what matters is a partner who stays to tweak and land it properly.Message to vendors: do the homework, tailor the pitch, and focus on the two outcomes that matter: enhance guest experience + coach/develop teams.This series is powered by Square - helping hospitality operators put their business in better shape through connected commerce, payments, and restaurant technology.https://squareup.com/gb/en
William Harris covers every game from Monday, Wednesday, November 5, breaking down for fantasy GMs the hottest adds, players nearing the drop line, and key shifts across the Fantasy Basketball landscape! Catch Tim and William with the SportsEthos Box Score Breakdown every Monday through Friday, right after the games. Follow: @EthosfantasyNBA @Blaklynx1 & @WilliamIsBill on Twitter Subscribe rate & review: Spotify, Apple, Amazon & Youtube Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ben Maller talks about Bills GM Brandon Beane explaining the Bills lack of moves at the deadline by claiming younger GMs make more trades because of Madden video games, if Shedeur Sanders even wants to play for the Browns, Fact or Fiction, and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fantasy Guru from CBS Sports Jamey Eisenberg joins Game On! Bills GM Brandon Beane said all these young GMs got good with trades because they grew up with fantasy football how does Jamey feel about that? Bianchi's team is so bad he doesn't even have a question regarding his team. Why do people think so highly of Kyler Murray?
Week 10 is upon us!The guys are back as the league gets more interesting. The trade deadline has passed and this season produced the most trades at the deadline since the 90s. GMs are active! Some teams that were thought to be active (Hi Dolphins!) didn't do as much as expected. While others (Hi Eagles!) continued to try and improve their rosters. Schif breaks down the most impactful moves.Then the guys make their predictions. Schif wins the coin toss and makes a smart decision of pick order so that he can close the season deficit. Time will tell if that pays off. Oh yeah and there are petty asterisks handed out. Listen in for all of the drama, including the Sexiest Matchups, Upsets of the Week, Bold Predictions and Unknown Unknowns. Enjoy!Music: Nils Landgren Funk Unit - Get Serious, Get A JobSupport this podcast at www.patreon.com/svenfl Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
They’ve covered Players and GMs, now Alex and James look at the real stars of Starfinder: SF2 Alien Core. Recorded live on Twitch. Listen Now! (mp3)
The future of the car business isn't coming… it's already here. And it's driven by artificial intelligence! Join Sean V. Bradley, President of Dealer Synergy, as he explores how AI is transforming every corner of the automotive industry. In this powerful episode, Sean is joined by two industry leaders: Yuriy Demidko from Fox Motors and Tasso Roumeliotis, Founder and CEO of Numa. Together, they pull back the curtain on the real impact of AI inside today's dealerships, from sales and service to communication and customer experience! "If you don't embrace some level of AI in certain pieces of your process, you will just fall behind really, really quickly." - Yuriy Demidko You'll hear how Fox Motors is strategically implementing AI to streamline service operations, enhance communication, and create more meaningful connections with customers, while Numa's cutting-edge technology is helping service advisors do more with less, resolving communication gaps that once slowed dealerships down! "Imagine what it will save you in the long term. Having cleaned up data, not just hoping and praying that your marketing is working properly." - Yuriy Demidko This isn't just theory, it's what's actually happening inside some of the nation's most forward-thinking stores. Whether you're a dealer principal, manager, or salesperson ready to embrace the next era of retail automotive, this episode will open your eyes to how AI is not replacing people, it's empowering them!
Tired of losing your notes or forgetting key lore details? In this episode of The Bearded Nerd Podcast, Brian shares the ultimate toolbox for world-building GMs. From dynamic campaign wikis like World Anvil to powerful mapping apps like Inkarnate, this episode walks you through the best tools to plan, store, and spark creativity for your campaigns.
Send us a textZack Oates sits down with James Bonanno, Founder and CEO of Upstream Hospitality Group, to talk about building strong operations, developing A-player leaders, and delivering five-star guest experiences across 20+ locations. From Tap Room to Bango Bowls, James shares how great culture starts with great GMs—and why sharpening the team's skills is key to growth.Zack and James discuss:Why operations fuel great marketingHow to identify and develop A-player leadersThe role of feedback in improving accuracy and serviceUsing AI and data to boost training and leadership developmentTurning quick responses into loyal guestsThanks, James!Links:https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-bonanno-a5a665103/https://www.linkedin.com/company/upstream-hospitality-group/https://upstreamhospitality.com/blog/tap-room-featured-on-owners-operators/
You know that moment when your players spend ten minutes searching a room, roll a 5, and you sigh before saying, "You find… nothing"? Yeah, we're done with that. In this episode, the RPGBOT crew grabs the Dungeon Master's Guide by the binding and asks the real questions: Why are searches so boring, and why do your players keep looting every chair leg like it's the Ark of the Covenant? It's time to make treasure exciting again — and maybe throw in a cursed spoon or two for good measure. Show Notes In this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, the hosts dive into using random treasure and how to make it fun. Not ready for the burden of homebrewing every magical baubel the players find? Still want treasure to feel cool and exciting instead of handing out 2d4 silver pieces? Grab a random treasure table and listen in. They cover: How to curate random treasures so rewards feel tailored, not tacked on. Procedural generation and OSR-style loot tables for DMs who want surprise without chaos. The psychology of reward design—why a potion of healing can feel more exciting than a +1 sword. How Pathfinder 2e's treasure parcel system solves common D&D loot issues. Turning random loot into story hooks that feed back into your worldbuilding. Whether you're running a gritty hexcrawl, a dungeon delve, or a modern urban fantasy, you'll walk away with tools to hoard of treasure hoards and make every treasure feel earned. Key Takeaways Roll less, describe more. Replace meaningless Perception checks with interactive exploration and sensory clues. Random doesn't mean meaningless. Curate your treasure tables around your campaign's themes. Passive Perception is your pacing tool. Use it to keep exploration snappy without robbing players of agency. Economy matters. Gold, consumables, and downtime rewards all affect campaign health. Player engagement > item rarity. Surprise players with creativity, not just loot value. Procedural tools save prep time. Random tables and generators can be incredible when you understand their purpose. Reward discovery, not just dice. Make your players feel clever when they find something hidden — even if you planned it all along. If you've ever caught yourself saying "You find nothing," it's time to level up your DM game. Head to RPGBOT.net for guides on treasure design, reward pacing, and exploration mechanics, and don't forget to subscribe to the RPGBOT.Podcast on your favorite platform. Rate and review to help other GMs find the show — and maybe, just maybe, help us all stop handing out 17 identical potions of healing. Welcome to the RPGBOT Podcast. If you love Dungeons & Dragons, Pathfinder, and tabletop RPGs, this is the podcast for you. Support the show for free: Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or any podcast app. It helps new listeners find the best RPG podcast for D&D and Pathfinder players. Level up your experience: Join us on Patreon to unlock ad-free access to RPGBOT.net and the RPGBOT Podcast, chat with us and the community on the RPGBOT Discord, and jump into live-streamed RPG podcast recordings. Support while you shop: Use our Amazon affiliate link at https://amzn.to/3NwElxQ and help us keep building tools and guides for the RPG community. Meet the Hosts Tyler Kamstra – Master of mechanics, seeing the Pathfinder action economy like Neo in the Matrix. Randall James – Lore buff and technologist, always ready to debate which Lord of the Rings edition reigns supreme. Ash Ely – Resident cynic, chaos agent, and AI's worst nightmare, bringing pure table-flipping RPG podcast energy. Join the RPGBOT team where fantasy roleplaying meets real strategy, sarcasm, and community chaos. How to Find Us: In-depth articles, guides, handbooks, reviews, news on Tabletop Role Playing at RPGBOT.net Tyler Kamstra BlueSky: @rpgbot.net TikTok: @RPGBOTDOTNET Ash Ely Professional Game Master on StartPlaying.Games BlueSky: @GravenAshes YouTube: @ashravenmedia Randall James BlueSky: @GrimoireRPG Amateurjack.com Read Melancon: A Grimoire Tale (affiliate link) Producer Dan @Lzr_illuminati
You know that moment when your players spend ten minutes searching a room, roll a 5, and you sigh before saying, "You find… nothing"? Yeah, we're done with that. In this episode, the RPGBOT crew grabs the Dungeon Master's Guide by the binding and asks the real questions: Why are searches so boring, and why do your players keep looting every chair leg like it's the Ark of the Covenant? It's time to make treasure exciting again — and maybe throw in a cursed spoon or two for good measure. Show Notes In this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, the hosts dive into using random treasure and how to make it fun. Not ready for the burden of homebrewing every magical baubel the players find? Still want treasure to feel cool and exciting instead of handing out 2d4 silver pieces? Grab a random treasure table and listen in. They cover: How to curate random treasures so rewards feel tailored, not tacked on. Procedural generation and OSR-style loot tables for DMs who want surprise without chaos. The psychology of reward design—why a potion of healing can feel more exciting than a +1 sword. How Pathfinder 2e's treasure parcel system solves common D&D loot issues. Turning random loot into story hooks that feed back into your worldbuilding. Whether you're running a gritty hexcrawl, a dungeon delve, or a modern urban fantasy, you'll walk away with tools to hoard of treasure hoards and make every treasure feel earned. Key Takeaways Roll less, describe more. Replace meaningless Perception checks with interactive exploration and sensory clues. Random doesn't mean meaningless. Curate your treasure tables around your campaign's themes. Passive Perception is your pacing tool. Use it to keep exploration snappy without robbing players of agency. Economy matters. Gold, consumables, and downtime rewards all affect campaign health. Player engagement > item rarity. Surprise players with creativity, not just loot value. Procedural tools save prep time. Random tables and generators can be incredible when you understand their purpose. Reward discovery, not just dice. Make your players feel clever when they find something hidden — even if you planned it all along. If you've ever caught yourself saying "You find nothing," it's time to level up your DM game. Head to RPGBOT.net for guides on treasure design, reward pacing, and exploration mechanics, and don't forget to subscribe to the RPGBOT.Podcast on your favorite platform. Rate and review to help other GMs find the show — and maybe, just maybe, help us all stop handing out 17 identical potions of healing. Welcome to the RPGBOT Podcast. If you love Dungeons & Dragons, Pathfinder, and tabletop RPGs, this is the podcast for you. Support the show for free: Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or any podcast app. It helps new listeners find the best RPG podcast for D&D and Pathfinder players. Level up your experience: Join us on Patreon to unlock ad-free access to RPGBOT.net and the RPGBOT Podcast, chat with us and the community on the RPGBOT Discord, and jump into live-streamed RPG podcast recordings. Support while you shop: Use our Amazon affiliate link at https://amzn.to/3NwElxQ and help us keep building tools and guides for the RPG community. Meet the Hosts Tyler Kamstra – Master of mechanics, seeing the Pathfinder action economy like Neo in the Matrix. Randall James – Lore buff and technologist, always ready to debate which Lord of the Rings edition reigns supreme. Ash Ely – Resident cynic, chaos agent, and AI's worst nightmare, bringing pure table-flipping RPG podcast energy. Join the RPGBOT team where fantasy roleplaying meets real strategy, sarcasm, and community chaos. How to Find Us: In-depth articles, guides, handbooks, reviews, news on Tabletop Role Playing at RPGBOT.net Tyler Kamstra BlueSky: @rpgbot.net TikTok: @RPGBOTDOTNET Ash Ely Professional Game Master on StartPlaying.Games BlueSky: @GravenAshes YouTube: @ashravenmedia Randall James BlueSky: @GrimoireRPG Amateurjack.com Read Melancon: A Grimoire Tale (affiliate link) Producer Dan @Lzr_illuminati
Welcome to my new episode "Dynamic Trance Universe" Podcast. Доброго времени суток, дорогие друзья! В эфире 479-й эпизод подкаста-путеводителя в замечательный мир #Psychedelic музыки. Поехали! @aeroritmixmuzik #DTUPodcast479 #PsyTrance #FullOn #PsyTrancefamily TRACKLIST: Dynamic Trance Universe (Episode #479) - Intro 01. John Askew - Morning Star 02. Inner Sphere - Plazma 03. Fabio Fusco - Turn It Up! 04. Sabretooth - Chaos Injection 05. Psyberspace - Crystal Jungle 06. GMS & Ace Ventura - Mindshift 07. Volcano & Oforia - Release Yourself 08. Avalon & Burn In Noise - Double Trouble (Becker & Avan7 Remix) 09. Absolem & BONNE - Aztec 10. Djantrix & Spectra Sonics - Dream Circuit 11. GMS & Dickster - Conscious Revolution 12. Growling Machines - Rounders (Stryker Remix) 13. Ital & Chronosphere - Quantum Realm 14. Katharsis - Aicha 15. Mr.Black & Giorgia Angiuli - Faith 16. MoRsei & Relativ - Awakened 17. Omiki & Melicia - Kawaya 18. X-Noize & Rexalted - Life Changer 19. PartyMonster - Nippon 20. Killerwatts & Faders - Mushroom Song (Electric Universe Remix) 21. Spectra Sonics - Tribes Of Trance 22. Outsiders & NoFace - Fuse Our Minds 23. NoFace & Jumpstreet - Downtown Behaviour 24. West Galaxy & DigiCult - One True Calling 25. Unicorn Blood - Wonderland 26. Iridian - Dusty Echoes 27. Gozonji & Nukleall - Sporeglitch Mayhem ▶ PromoDJ: promodj.com/aeroritmix ▶ VK: vk.com/public204888851 ▶ Telegram: t.me/aeroritmixmuzik Подписывайтесь на мой подкаст (Subscribe to My Podcast): ● Apple Podcasts - podcasts.apple.com/ru/podcast/… ● Pocket Casts - pca.st/drpc1gfj
Fall promo mix 2025. For bookings: djr3negade@gmail.com or instagram.com/djr3nenegade Track list: GMS & Stryker – High Of The Tiger Alban vs. BACMAN – Acid Goes On Marie Vaunt – Burning Inside Andy Lizard – Utopia N Trance – Set You Free Markhese – Techno Sound Mark Sherry & David Forbes – Put The Record On Jens Lissat – It's Like That Castor & Pollux & Josh Le Tissier – System Overload Alberto Adami – The Acid Therapy Avao – Out Of My Mind FLKN – Renegade Nadia Ali – Rapture Kevu & Mykris – Bass Is Pumpin Krid P & Claas Inc. – Mind & Soul Lee Rose – Everybody In The Place N4RR4 – Celestial Morris, Da Rick & Blvckprint – Hey B!tch Lusso – Btches Kane Scott – Take Me Away Frankyeffe & Amiley – Save Me 2025 DJ Isaac – Let There Be Hardstyle Andy Whitby – Better Off Alone Andy Whitby – Toca's Miracle Annie – In Fact, I'm Drunk AZYR – I'm Here Once Again Benefice, LeStrange & Paolo Ferrara – Duality Steve Bates & Rosey – Love Akona – The Devil's Acid Thunderball – Here We Go Again Comadoses – Came Here 2 Dance Ilyaa & Badjack – Freestyler KX CHR – Do You Wanna Dance Fantasm & Exproz – NFWU Olly James, Marnik & 3rd Wall – Black & Yellow Showtek & Sub Zero Project – FTS Samuel Moriero – Pump This Bass Salvyan – Vamo Samba Remon Verhoeve – Kick It Louder R.O.X.X – Hard Walk Alberto Adami – Let's F**ing Go The Prodigy, Samuel Moriero & RBX – No Good le Shuuk x Sunbeam – Outside World Veseli – Drop It Hard Sonotik & Nelayan – Power Bass Darren Styles & Toneshifterz – Clarity
India's ship recycling market remains a cornerstone of global green recycling, combining scale, compliance, and experience. In this episode of Inside the Markets from GMS Podcasts, Jamie Dalzell speaks with Kiran Thorat, Head of GMS India Office, about the current sentiment in Alang, market pricing trends, and how India continues to lead through discipline and compliance. As South Asia experiences slower activity and price corrections, Indian recyclers are showing remarkable patience and readiness. With over 110 Hong Kong Convention–compliant yards, India remains the preferred destination for safe and transparent ship recycling. Kiran discusses how the industry is maintaining full operational capability, managing staff and infrastructure, and preparing for a modest recovery heading into year-end 2025. Key Highlights: • Current pricing correction and sentiment across Alang • How Indian yards maintain full staff and HKC compliance during slow phases • Challenges in negotiations between shipowners and end buyers • India's continued global leadership with over 110 HKC-certified yards • Outlook for Q4 2025 and early signs of recovery post-Diwali • Kiran Thorat's message to the global ship recycling community India's steady, compliance-driven approach continues to anchor confidence in global ship recycling. With disciplined operators, transparent processes, and a focus on safety, Alang remains at the forefront of responsible ship dismantling and green steel recovery. Follow GMS Podcasts for market intelligence and regional updates from our country heads in Asia, the Middle East, and Europe. Subscribe to the GMS Podcasts and follow GMS on LinkedIn for future updates and discussions.
Jamie and Thomas talk about the Canucks kicking off a three-game road trip in St. Louis, where lineup shuffles and injury updates set the stage for a gritty battle against the Blues. Sean Gentille joins to talk league-wide trends, from Frozen Frenzy takeaways to why the Canucks and Rangers might be missing that extra gear. Plus: Maple Leafs on fall-off watch, rising squads like Utah and the Devils, and a looming cap-space surplus that could test GMs' restraint in a smarter, post-David Clarkson era. This podcast is produced by Lina SetaghianThe views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
“Ugly schedule. Big edges.” Whether you are looking for points or peripherals, skaters or goalies - Five Hole Fantasy Hockey has you covered. If you're enjoying the show, please leave us a Review on Apple Podcasts or Rate us on Spotify. It's the best free way to help the show. To join the community, or get access to 2500+ likeminded fantasy hockey GMs to join in the non-stop discussion on trades, pickups and drops, sit/start questions and way more - be sure to join the Fantasy Hockey Discord! Chirp us on X @FHFHockey or in the Discord, Love you guys
◇ NOTE: This podcast is intended for adults and includes conversations about sensitive topics. Please listen with care. ◇ Steve in SoCal asks about reassessing safety tools mid campaign, Gregory from Wisconsin asks about non-AI resources for GMs, & from the Archive 2020 Ben from Texas talks about GMs playing gods | Hosts: Kimi, Pooja & Rose ◇ 00:33◇ Welcome & Episode Summary 02:01◇ Announcements 04:04◇ Indie Designer of the Month: Kodi Gonzaga https://jaztice.itch.io/ 06:00◇ Mailbag 1 38:04◇ Mailbag 2 57:06◇ Mailbag 3 - From the Archive 76:08◇ Episode Closing 80:36◇ Music ◇ Email happyjacksrpg@gmail.com or post in our Discord server to send in your own topic or question for the show! ◇ Find us on Youtube ◇ Twitch ◇ Twitter ◇ Instagram ◇ Facebook ◇ Discord or find all our podcast feeds on your favorite Podcast platform! happyjacksrpg.carrd.co ◇ Subscribe to our Actual Play Feed! We have a backlog of campaigns in over 20 RPG systems and new games running all the time. ◇ Become a Patreon! All the money goes into maintaining and improving the quality of our shows. patreon.com/happyjacksrpg Ⓒ2025 Happy Jacks RPG Network www.happyjacks.org
Japan's ship recycling market continues to demonstrate stability and foresight amid a softer global environment. In this episode of Inside the Markets from GMS Podcasts, Jamie Dalzell, Head of GMS Singapore Office , speaks with Amit Malhotra, Head of GMS Japan Office, about how Japanese shipowners are adapting to new compliance standards under the Hong Kong Convention and preparing for long-term sustainability. With steel prices easing to the high USD 300s and limited recycling activity across the subcontinent, Japan remains focused on responsible recycling, IHM maintenance, and the gradual adoption of the GMSSustainable Ship and Offshore Recycling Program (SSORP). Key Highlights: Current market pricing and activity across Japan and South Asia Japanese owners' disciplined approach to recycling and compliance The growing role of SSORP in IHM and sustainable ship management Outlook for steam turbine LNG carrier recycling in 2025–2026 How GMS supports owners with structured and compliant recycling strategies Japan's calm and deliberate market strategy offers valuable insight into how long-term vision and technical integrity continue to guide responsible ship recycling. Follow GMS Podcasts for market intelligence and regional updates from our country heads in Asia, the Middle East, and Europe. Subscribe to the GMS Podcasts and follow GMS on LinkedIn for future updates and discussions.
Today I'm joined by Ryan Downing, Dealer and CEO of Ross Downing Auto Group. We break down his plan to scale to 20 dealerships by 2040, how he's achieved 100% absorption at every store, and what it took to grow group revenue from $270M to $490M in just five years — plus much more. This episode is brought to you by: 1. Auto Hauler Exchange - Ship Smarter. Pay Less. No Middlemen. Tired of brokers driving up costs and slowing you down? Auto Hauler Exchange puts YOU in control. Ship cars faster and cheaper with 5,500+ vetted carriers. Get cars delivered in just 4 days on average. Transparent pricing, no hidden fees, and real-time tracking. Move cars smarter. Move cars faster. Learn more @ http://www.autohaulerexchange.com 2. Equifax - Fund More Auto Loans, Faster. Auto loan applicants are 40% more likely to be funded when instantly verified by The Work Number. You can get the data you need to know your borrower better and make fast, smart decisions. Equifax provides instant, secure access to verified borrower identity, address, income, and employment information, helping you move deals forward quickly. Learn more @ http://www.theworknumber.com/auto 3. CDG Recruiting – Hire top dealership talent, fast. From sales managers to GMs and C-suite execs, we've placed over 1,000 roles across auto retail. Ready to scale without the hassle? Visit @ https://www.cdgrecruiting.com to get started. Check out Car Dealership Guy's stuff: For dealers: Industry job board ➤ http://jobs.dealershipguy.com Dealership recruiting ➤ http://www.cdgrecruiting.com Fix your dealership's social media ➤ http://www.trynomad.co Request to be a podcast guest ➤ http://www.cdgguest.com For industry vendors: Advertise with Car Dealership Guy ➤ http://www.cdgpartner.com Industry job board ➤ http://jobs.dealershipguy.com Request to be a podcast guest ➤ http://www.cdgguest.com Topics: 00:41 How to achieve 20 stores by 2040? 01:43 Biggest challenge taking over during COVID? 03:47 Key growth strategies for scaling? 07:27 What is your leadership and operational style? 11:03 How to ensure sustainable growth and staffing? 21:01 Why focus on fixed operations for growth? 24:20 Biggest challenges in scaling accounting? 28:39 Best leadership and training initiatives? 33:04 How to balance tradition and innovation? Car Dealership Guy Socials: X ➤ x.com/GuyDealership Instagram ➤ instagram.com/cardealershipguy/ TikTok ➤ tiktok.com/@guydealership LinkedIn ➤ linkedin.com/company/cardealershipguy Threads ➤ threads.net/@cardealershipguy Facebook ➤ facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077402857683 Everything else ➤ dealershipguy.com
Summary Kristen, Executive Director of the Philadelphia Association of Golf Course Superintendents (PAGCS), joins Tyler Bloom to unpack why many women never consider golf careers, and how to change that. They dig into real barriers (limited exposure, unclear career paths, confidence gaps) and the practical fixes clubs can deploy now: First Green and school partnerships, transparent roles/pay, parental-leave and flexibility that signal belonging, and putting more women in board and management seats. Kristen shares a standout story of a new female assistant superintendent stepping into leadership and winning over the crew, plus how associations amplify progress through advocacy like Pennsylvania National Golf Day. A candid, actionable playbook for boards, GMs, and supers who want women's leadership to be the norm, not the exception. What You'll Learn Access precedes interest: If women never see the workplace, they won't picture themselves in it. Information builds confidence: Spell out roles, pay, pathways, and training. Policies signal belonging: Parental leave, flexibility, and clear job security invite women to stay and lead. Representation matters: Women on boards/management widens the hiring aperture. Tell the stories: Normalize women's leadership by celebrating real examples. Associations = force multipliers: Advocacy days, school inroads, and visible coalitions expand the tent. Culture beats heroics: Team mentality and ego-checks outperform "lone-wolf" leadership. Links Philadelphia Association of Golf Course Superintendents (PAGCS): https://pagcs.org/ First Green Program: http://www.thefirstgreen.org/ Bloom Golf Partners: Workforce & Leadership Resources
In this episode, Brian sits down with Justin and Jeremiah from 1985 Games to explore Obojima: Tales from the Tall Grass — a D&D 5e-compatible setting that trades dragons and doomsday plots for spirit festivals, friendly frogs, and magical tea ceremonies. Discover how Obojima brings Studio Ghibli-inspired storytelling to tabletop roleplaying, creating adventures that feel heartfelt, hopeful, and deeply human. In This Episode: The origins and inspirations behind Obojima Designing emotional mechanics through the Hero's Journey Boon system How to create tension without relying on combat Tips for GMs who want to run cozier, character-driven campaigns Why “slowing down” might be the next evolution of D&D storytelling Links:
In this episode of The People's Show, Bik Nizzar dives into the Vancouver Canucks' growing injury crisis, with their centers dropping like flies just six games into the season. The team's desperation for help down the middle has rival GMs smelling opportunity, leaving Allvin and company facing one of their toughest roster decisions yet. Sho Ali joins to preview Game 7 between the Blue Jays and Mariners, highlighting Shane Bieber's resurgence and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s postseason heroics. The show wraps with NFL talk, from the Vikings' patient approach with McCarthy to coaching discrepancies across the league and whether Kyler Murray's time in Arizona might be running out. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
Alors que le café domine un marché estimé à 7,5 milliards d'euros, deux associés ont choisi de miser sur une alternative française, responsable et moderne : la chicorée.Dans cet épisode, Laurent Kretz invite Guillaume Roy, cofondateur de Galia, qui revient 10 ans après avec un nouveau pari pour le moins audacieux : remettre au goût du jour la chicorée avec Cherico. Guillaume raconte comment il a transformé un produit jugé “dépassé” en une marque pop et désirable, comment il a conjugué retail et digital pour booster les ventes en supermarché. Au programme : 00:00:00 - Introduction du podcast et présentation de l'invité.00:07:59 - La naissance de Cherico sur le marché du café.00:13:14 - L'envie de repenser la façon de consommer le café.00:18:57 - Les premières créations et les choix de distribution, entre DNVB et retail. 00:26:38 - Trouver sa place sur un marché saturé : communication, positionnement et public visé. 00:41:14 - Comment gérer sa croissance en GMS ?00:44:41 - Les projets à venir et la vision d'avenir Et quelques dernières infos à vous partager :Suivez Le Panier sur Instagram @lepanier.podcast !Inscrivez- vous à la newsletter sur lepanier.io pour cartonner en e-comm !Écoutez les épisodes sur Apple Podcasts, Spotify ou encore Podcast AddictHébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.
After yesterday's “dust-up” with “Bit Boy” Morales, ESPN Milwaukee host Ben Brust joins the show to talk about “the bit.” Ben tries to rile up Morales - does it work?? Plus, they talk about the Dodgers manhandling the Brewers so far and whether people in Milwaukee have any hope after losing the first two games at home. Sedano brings up the NBA GM survey and his take on what the GMs think about the Lakers heading into the season. Then, they continue the NBA talk when crew swipes left or right in Radio Tinder - on a Pat Bev Russell Westbrook topic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ari Meirov already has his eyes pointed to the 2025 NFL Trade Deadline with moves already beginning, so in this special edition of NFL Spotlight, Ari is joined by former NFL GM / ESPN Analyst / The 33rd Team Founder Mike Tannenbaum to discuss what the deadline is like from a GMs perspective. Mike peels back the curtain on conversations with owners/coaches/agents as well as which teams should be looking to sell this season. ----------------------------------------------- Sign up for FanDuel Sportsbook today! New customers visit FanDuel.com/ARI & if you win your first $5 wager, you get $300 in bonus bets! ----------------------------------------------- Visit Root.com and find out how you can get rewarded for safe driving with Root Insurance. ----------------------------------------------- NFL Spotlight is dedicated to shining a light on those in the NFL that deserve a spotlight with top-notch insight and research from Ari Meirov. Follow Ari on X: https://x.com/MySportsUpdate Follow Ben on X: https://x.com/BenAllenSports Follow The 33rd Team on X: https://x.com/The33rdTeamFB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode I discuss running D&D and other RPGs at high level. It's often not as fun as we think it'll be, especially for the GM. A lot of the issues with high level play and advancement are baked into the games, but sometimes we as GMs make the situation even worse through our approach. I talk about some ways to handle powerful PCs as a GM—what to do and what not to do. I also share things I've learned running Blood of the Avatars and other high-level campaigns. Hopefully you can learn from some of my mistakes in your next high-level game.Check out my sci-fi novel, Critical Balance.Have you read Critical Balance? Please leave a review on Amazon.Check Out my NEW PODCAST - Lex Out LoudCall the Game Master's Journey voice mail: 951-GMJ-LEX1 (951-465-5391).If you're a new listener, and you'd like to go back to the beginning, here's a link to Episode 1.If you're interested in worldbuilding and/or my D&D campaign setting of Primordia, check out the first worldbuilding episode. You can go to this page to see all the episodes that discuss worldbuilding.Check out my latest D&D supplement, Adventurers of Primordia.
BT and Sal dive into the "unkillable" spirit of New York Jets fans, questioning how they continue to endure the perpetual cycle of disappointment and failure. Sal, a long-suffering Jets fan, describes the commitment of emotion, money, and time to a team that "gives us nothing," labeling it the greatest disparity in all of sport. The hosts discuss the flicker of hope that ignites with new coaches, GMs, and quarterbacks, only to be brutally extinguished by the on-field product. The discussion also features fan calls on the team's dismal performance, the possibility of bringing back Rex Ryan to "shut up the fans," and a heated debate over the efficacy of quarterback Justin Fields versus backup Tyrod Taylor. The segment is a raw, impassioned look at the unique, almost masochistic, loyalty of the Jets fanbase.
¿Qué pensaban los gerentes generales de la NBA hace 10 años? En 2015, Curry recién empezaba a construir su dinastía, LeBron volvía a Cleveland, Anthony Davis era “el elegido” y Giannis o Jokic apenas eran proyectos desconocidos. En este podcast repasamos la encuesta de los GMs de aquella temporada: quiénes creían que ganarían el MVP, a qué jugadores veían como el futuro de la liga y qué equipos proyectaban como campeones. Algunas predicciones fueron acertadas… pero muchas hoy parecen insólitas.Viaje en el tiempo: la NBA de 2015 vista desde sus propios protagonistas, con la narración de Álvaro Martín.
Cate is an author, podcaster, ADHD educator & advocate, kinkster and Shakespeare nerd. She hosts Sorry I Missed This, an everything guide to ADHD and relationships, and her new book, The ADHD Field Guide For Adults, drops in March. She's also running vampire games at literal Castle Dracula as one of the GMs of Danube of the Damned, which is one of the coolest sentences I've ever gotten to write.We got deep in the weeds on backyard concerts, monsters, lost identities, and tense showdowns between hunter and hunted in HUNTER(ER/ED) by Dillin Apelyan and Meghan Cross.CATE OSBORN: https://catieosaurus.com/linksTHE ADHD FIELD GUIDE FOR ADULTS: https://catieosaurus.com/the-adhd-field-guideSORRY I MISSED THIS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sorry-i-missed-this-the-everything-guide-to-adhd/id1751292386DANUBE OF THE DAMNED: https://brancastle.gamingatsea.com/ALL MY FANTASY CHILDREN: https://moonshotpods.com/all-my-fantasy-children/PARTY OF ONE DISCORD: https://discordapp.com/invite/SxpQKmKSUPPORT JEFF ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/jeffstormerFOLLOW JEFF ON TWITCH: https://www.twitch.tv/gmjeffstormerTHEME SONG: Mega Ran feat. D&D Sluggers, “Infinite Lives,” RandomBeats LLC, www.megaran.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/party-of-one-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Debbie Feldman literally grew up in hotels—her father founded Embassy Suites—and she's since worn almost every hat: GM, asset manager of a 45-hotel portfolio, and co-founder of TCOR Hotel Partners. She's led high-profile repositionings (hello, Fairmont Copley Plaza) and recently teamed with Hotel B School to build a pragmatic course on hotel investment. Susan and Debbie talk about buying basics, budget brass tacks, and booking blend.
Hotel owners lose money every day on purchasing inefficiencies. AI can change that. On No Vacancy Live, I spoke with Charles Oswald, CEO of Aperture Hotels, and Ryan Zaucha, Director of Strategic Partnerships at Reeco, about how technology transforms purchasing into profit. Here's what we uncovered:
Hutt and Chad attempt the impossible—decoding Shedeur Sanders' latest press conference, where words were mouthed but logic was left in the locker room. Plus, Former Titans GM Jon Robinson joins Hutt and Chad for an NFL conversation that somehow turns into a barroom brawl scenario. Which head coach would you want at your side in a street fight? (Spoiler: Mike Tomlin's showing up with a lead pipe.) The guys also dig into whether “team-first guys” are real or just mythical unicorns, which teams are legit Super Bowl contenders, and why Kansas City keeps pulling off the magic trick of sustaining success. They hit on Baltimore's weird vibes, the Jags' big offseason gamble, and the mystery teams we still can't figure out. Plus—what really happens when GMs start dialing up each other at the trade deadline. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Former Titans GM Jon Robinson joins Hutt and Chad for an NFL conversation that somehow turns into a barroom brawl scenario. Which head coach would you want at your side in a street fight? (Spoiler: Mike Tomlin's showing up with a lead pipe.) The guys also dig into whether “team-first guys” are real or just mythical unicorns, which teams are legit Super Bowl contenders, and why Kansas City keeps pulling off the magic trick of sustaining success. They hit on Baltimore's weird vibes, the Jags' big offseason gamble, and the mystery teams we still can't figure out. Plus—what really happens when GMs start dialing up each other at the trade deadline. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Today I'm joined by Brent Faron, manager at Bo Beuckman Ford. We cover Brent's journey from cleaning cars to leading one of the Midwest's largest single-point buy centers, the AI tools he's using to acquire 100 cars a month, how a St. Louis Blues game changed his career trajectory, and much more. This episode is brought to you by: 1. OPENLANE - The world's best online dealer marketplace for used cars, bringing you exclusive inventory, simple transactions, and better outcomes. Learn more @ https://www.openlane.com 2. Lotlinx - Get the best possible market advantage on every vehicle transaction. Optimize operations and boost profits using artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning. Learn more @ https://lotlinx.com 3. CDG Recruiting – Hire top dealership talent, fast. From sales managers to GMs and C-suite execs, we've placed over 1,000 roles across auto retail. Ready to scale without the hassle? Visit http://www.cdgrecruiting.com to get started. Check out Car Dealership Guy's stuff: For dealers: Industry job board ➤ http://jobs.dealershipguy.com Dealership recruiting ➤ http://www.cdgrecruiting.com Fix your dealership's social media ➤ http://www.trynomad.co Request to be a podcast guest ➤ http://www.cdgguest.com For industry vendors: Advertise with Car Dealership Guy ➤ http://www.cdgpartner.com Industry job board ➤ http://jobs.dealershipguy.com Request to be a podcast guest ➤ http://www.cdgguest.com Topics: 02:00 How did Brent's career begin? 07:48 Learning from early mistakes? 13:21 Managing employees and ethics 17:32 What is a Buy Center? 23:47 How does the Buy Center work? 25:23 Managing recon and acquisition costs? 28:57 Tracking Buy Center success how? 30:11 How does AI help appraisals? 42:01 The Future of AI in dealerships Car Dealership Guy Socials: X ➤ x.com/GuyDealership Instagram ➤ instagram.com/cardealershipguy/ TikTok ➤ tiktok.com/@guydealership LinkedIn ➤ linkedin.com/company/cardealershipguy Threads ➤ threads.net/@cardealershipguy Facebook ➤ facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077402857683 Everything else ➤ dealershipguy.com
Today’s Best of Features: (00:00-27:18) – ESPN.com’s Stephen Holder joins the program to weigh in on a debate Jake and Eddie had earlier in the show about how fellow GMs would lean with starting a franchise with Daniel Jones or Trevor Lawrence. Stephen also praises Jones for rebounding after throwing an interception on the first drive, shares what Lou Anarumo said about Xavien Howard today when asked about a potential snap cut, suggest that some of the things that got Anarumo fired in Cincinnati are surfacing in Indianapolis, and believes that Laiatu Latu put together one of his best games of his career against the Rams. (27:32-49:41) – The IndyStar’s Dustin Dopirak makes his first appearance of the Pacers season on the show with Jake Query to recap yesterday’s media day. He discusses with Jake how the center position will be handled this season, what he expects from Andrew Nembhard this season, and accesses which player has more to prove this season between Jarace Walker and Bennedict Mathurin. (49:41-1:00:36) – Scott Agness from Fieldhouse Files joins the show from Las Vegas to preview tonight’s winer take all game five between the Indiana Fever and the Aces. He comments on the way the league has handled the officiating scrutiny by players and coaches this season, explains how Aliyah Boston has taken her game to another level in the playoffs, and lays out what the Fever need to do to pull off the win.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(00:00-25:43) – Query & Company opens on a Tuesday with Jake Query and producer Eddie Garrison discussing the two painful Monday Night Football games. Jake’s takeaway was that he still doesn’t know what type of quarterback Justin Fields is yet. It sparks a discussion between Jake and Eddie on whether you would take Trevor Lawrence or Daniel Jones. (25:43-36:37) – During media day yesterday, Myles Turner took an indirect shot at the Indiana Pacers when asked about entering his eleventh season in the NBA. Jake does credit Turner for things he did well with the Pacers and highlights what the team will miss with him gone. (36:37-47:14) – The first hour of the show concludes with Jake explaining the history of baseball in Indianapolis with the Indians revealing new uniforms. He brings in Eddie to discuss one of the hats that they both like the design of. (47:14-1:16:49) – ESPN.com’s Stephen Holder joins the program to weigh in on a debate Jake and Eddie had earlier in the show about how fellow GMs would lean with starting a franchise with Daniel Jones or Trevor Lawrence. Stephen also praises Jones for rebounding after throwing an interception on the first drive, shares what Lou Anarumo said about Xavien Howard today when asked about a potential snap cut, suggest that some of the things that got Anarumo fired in Cincinnati are surfacing in Indianapolis, and believes that Laiatu Latu put together one of his best games of his career against the Rams. (1:16:49-1:25:42) – Jake and Eddie give away a pair of tickets for a listener to go see MGK next summer by answering some MLB playoff questions. (1:25:42-1:32:30) – The one o’clock hour of the show concludes with Jake sharing more thoughts on the Myles Turner situation following yesterday’s comments. (1:32:30-2:00:03) – The IndyStar’s Dustin Dopirak makes his first appearance of the Pacers season on the show with Jake Query to recap yesterday’s media day. He discusses with Jake how the center position will be handled this season, what he expects from Andrew Nembhard this season, and accesses which player has more to prove this season between Jarace Walker and Bennedict Mathurin. (2:00:03-2:12:18) – Scott Agness from Fieldhouse Files joins the show from Las Vegas to preview tonight’s winer take all game five between the Indiana Fever and the Aces. He comments on the way the league has handled the officiating scrutiny by players and coaches this season, explains how Aliyah Boston has taken her game to another level in the playoffs, and lays out what the Fever need to do to pull off the win. (2:12:18-2:17:20) – Today’s show closes out with JMV joining Jake Query in studio to preview his show!Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.