Podcasts about marchetta

Ci siamo incontrate con Matteo Grimaldi e Simone Giusti al Teatro delle Arti di Lastra a Signa per parlare di futuro, di persone giovani e della scuola che cambia a partire dai libri “Alias” di Grimaldi e “La scuola è politica” di Batini, Giusti, Roghi e Marchetta. Perché la scuola non è solo il voto in condotta, le poesie imparate a memoria, l'ansia per l'interrogazione o la noia. La scuola è il cantiere per la società di domani. 

Would you like access to our advanced agency training for FREE? https://www.agencymastery360.com/training Buying another agency sounds like a shortcut to scale — but if you skip the wrong step or miss the wrong promise, you might inherit more problems than profit. But how do you actually approach due diligence to ensure a seamless, profitable acquisition? Today's featured guest learned these lessons the hard way. What started as a promising deal quickly revealed cracks, forcing him and his partner to navigate unexpected challenges to pull the agency through. In the process, he discovered the key questions you must ask before buying another agency and the hidden details that can make or break your investment. If you're an agency owner thinking about using acquisitions as a growth strategy, today's conversation will equip you with real-world insights to avoid costly mistakes and set your agency up for a smoother, successful expansion. Matt Marchetta is an agency owner with two decades of experience who recounts his journey in the industry, from starting his first web design business in high school to pivoting into e-commerce and ultimately becoming a digital nomad. He teamed up with a partner to acquire Growth Labs, a lead generation shop focused on outbound. He goes over some of the challenges and crucial lessons learned during the acquisition process, particularly concerning due diligence, unforeseen client guarantees, and the original owner's significant personal brand influence on the agency's client base. In this episode, we'll discuss: Why buy another agency in the first place? Due diligence traps that cost real money. The ROI guarantee that almost blew up the deal. 4 questions you must ask before your next acquisition Subscribe Apple | Spotify | iHeart Radio Sponsors and Resources This episode is brought to you by Wix Studio: If you're leveling up your team and your client experience, your site builder should keep up too. That's why successful agencies use Wix Studio — built to adapt the way your agency does: AI-powered site mapping, responsive design, flexible workflows, and scalable CMS tools so you spend less on plugins and more on growth. Ready to design faster and smarter? Go to wix.com/studio to get started. From Solo Hustle to Ecom Growth Machine Matt started his agency journey as a kid who just wanted to work for himself and quickly learned the hard way—like many do—that running a business isn't just about being good at the work, it's about learning the business of business. It's a time he remembers fondly as a great foundation for his business education. He pivoted early from generalist design and dev work into e-commerce, riding that wave as it grew. Over time, he layered in Facebook ads, video production, and photography to support product marketing for his clients. And while many were stuck in offices, Matt was ahead of the curve, running remote from day one, carving out a lifestyle business that let him travel, stay flexible, and keep agency life fun. In fact, he never thought seriously about the possibility of selling his agency, since it's something he really enjoys doing and didn't think he'd ever get an offer that would compare to what he thinks it's worth. Why Buy an Agency? So why would a guy who loves the freedom of his own agency buy another one? Simple: leverage and evolution. Matt and his current business partner decided it was time to level up their respective agencies. They were both tired of being generalists and saw an opportunity to specialize, automate, and potentially transition out of day-to-day client grind by acquiring a business with the right foundation. They didn't go hunting for a big fish they couldn't afford. Instead, they targeted a sub-seven-figure agency they could buy at a fair multiple, with the goal of systemizing and growing it. Enter Growth Labs, an outbound lead gen agency specializing in cold email marketing. What They Looked For Before the Purchase Matt and his partner moved fast but smart: Profit and Loss: They dug into five years of P&Ls, noticing the typical COVID spike, post-spike drop, and finally profitability as the owner prepared to sell. Adbacks Reality Check: The books had plenty of “personal expenses” that, once removed, showed a clearer, stronger profit picture. Pipeline and Clients: They signed an NDA to peek at client lists, learning that the agency's lead gen often came from the owner's personal brand and reputation—great for credibility, but also something they'd need to replace with systems. Recurring vs. One-Off: They checked churn, recurring revenue, and how the business handled its leads and delivery so they wouldn't be buying a leaky bucket. Fast Close, Strategic Future In true operator fashion, Matt and his partner put in an offer quickly (about three weeks after initial discussions) and agreed on a 1.3x EBITDA multiple. They wanted the former owner to stick around for a transition period, ensuring continuity while they layered in their own systems and strategic direction. Everything looked clean. The seller had a strong personal brand. The books checked out (after adbacks). The plan was clear: earnout over three years, phased transition, and keep the seller involved for 12 months to ensure smooth client handoff and he agreed to do it. Then the cracks appeared. The ROI Guarantee Bomb While poking around Slack before the official handover, Matt found discussions about an ROI guarantee with a disgruntled client. The seller brushed it off as a “Horoszi-level mistake from years back.” No big deal, right? Wrong. Turns out, most new client contracts still included these ROI guarantees—often unwritten, often unenforceable, and often unrealistic. Combine that with underperforming cold email campaigns, and you have a recipe for churn, complaints, and a legal minefield. What was supposed to be a 2-month campaign turned into 12-month obligations with clients expecting a magical ROI that the agency couldn't verify, let alone control. 4 Lessons Matt Learned (So You Don't Have to) In hindsight, Matt admits they moved too fast. A few weeks wasn't enough because due diligence should take longer than you think. His advice for agency owners is not to feel pressured—take the time to ask uncomfortable questions and look for patterns and keep these 4 aspects in mind: Don't just check contracts. Check promises. Matt discovered clients were sticking around for the wrong reasons—and the wrong terms—due to handshake promises that should've been flagged during due diligence. Thoroughly analyze client data and churn patterns. Analyze the available metrics to determine whether or not clients are actually reaching goals. In his case, Matt found that using AI would've helped him uncover that consistent MRR masked a perfect churn pattern: lose three clients, gain three clients, every month. AI could've shown these patterns in minutes. Expect that when the seller leaves, 80-90% of their lead gen leaves with them. If the agency's pipeline depends on the owner's personal brand, you need a plan to replace that before you wire funds. Dig deeper into why the seller is selling—and why they started. Was the agency a real business solving a real need, or just a personal brand ATM for the founder? That origin story tells you how the business was run and what baggage you're buying. The Silver Lining Was it all doom and gloom? Nope. Matt discovered that despite the outdated “spray and pray” cold email approach, the agency's foundations were solid: a capable team, strong email infrastructure, and processes that could be upgraded with AI personalization and scalable systems. Instead of throwing in the towel, Matt is now rebuilding Growth Labs into a smarter, tech-enabled lead-gen agency aligned with the future, not the past. And despite the headaches, Matt and his business partner are still hungry for more acquisitions, now with clear systems and smarter questions in hand. They're even considering rolling up a group of specialist agencies as their next move. Do You Want to Transform Your Agency from a Liability to an Asset? Looking to dig deeper into your agency's potential? Check out our Agency Blueprint. Designed for agency owners like you, our Agency Blueprint helps you uncover growth opportunities, tackle obstacles, and craft a customized blueprint for your agency's success.

This week we are joined by actor Toby Kebbell and directors Bjorn Franklyn and Jonny Marchetta to talk about 'Salvable' and how they made their amazing debut movie with Toby starring with Shia LaBeouf in the film Salvable is about an aging boxer struggles to escape the grasp of a small town while battling a fractured relationship with his teenage daughter and is in CINEMAS now. Toby Kebbell has starred in the movies Dawn of the Planet of the Apes, Warcraft, Rock n Roller and Dead Man's Shoes . Bjorn and Jonny come from a music video background and teamed up with Lowkey Films and Featuristic to get their movie made. Enjoy this weeks episode of The Filmmakers Podcast. OTHER LINKS FOOD FOR THOUGHT documentary out NOW | Watch it FREE HERE. A documentary exploring the rapid growth and uptake of the vegan lifestyle around the world. – And if you enjoyed the film, please take a moment to share & rate it on your favourite platforms. Every review & every comment helps us share the film's important message with more people. Your support makes a difference! PODCAST MERCH Get your very own Tees, Hoodies, onset water bottles, mugs and more MERCH. https://my-store-11604768.creator-spring.com/   COURSES Want to learn how to finish your film? Take our POST PRODUCTION COURSE https://cuttingroom.info/post-production-demystified/   PATREON Big thank you to: Serena Gardner Mark Hammett Lee Hutchings Marli J Monroe Karen Newman Want your name in the show notes or some great bonus material on film-making? Join our Patreon for bonus episodes, industry survival guides, and feedback on your film projects!   SUPPORT THE PODCAST Check out our full episode archive on how to make films at TheFilmmakersPodcast.com   CREDITS The Filmmakers Podcast is written, edited and produced by Giles Alderson @gilesalderson Logo and Banner Art by Lois Creative  Theme Music by John J. Harvey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Claudia Marchetta, algemeen directeur van familiebedrijf Marchetta, vertelt in deze aflevering over de transitie van de eerste naar de tweede generatie en hoe het bedrijf vandaag duurzame en kwalitatieve woningen bouwt. Ze legt uit hoe ze samen met haar broer en zus een nieuwe visie op bouwen ontwikkelde, met oog voor energiezuinigheid en een zorgeloze klantbeleving. Familiale waarden, zoals eerlijkheid en doorzettingsvermogen, staan daarbij centraal en worden bewaakt door een hecht team van zo'n 30 medewerkers. Claudia benadrukt het belang van een persoonlijke aanpak, zowel richting klanten als medewerkers, en licht toe waarom het bedrijf bewust koos voor een kleinere, betrokken organisatie.

Giusi Marchetta"Quella è la porta"effequ edizioniwww.effequ.itMio padre si è rassegnato per un po' di tempo poi, digerito il boccone amaro, ha detto “riproviamo” e così quando stavo per finire le elementari lei era di nuovo incinta e stavolta a pregare per un “bimbo sano” eravamo in tre.Nel quarto episodio di Elettra tre sorelle ruotano attorno a un padre che non le vede davvero ma a cui sono legate perché hanno bisogno di qualcosa: approvazione, soldi, riconoscimento. Nel corso di una giornata speciale cercheranno di ottenere quello che cercano: ognuna è disposta a ignorare i bisogni dell'altra per farlo. Tuttavia vederle, capirle o amarle non è per il padre qualcosa di realizzabile fino in fondo; ma forse è proprio accettando questo che le tre protagonista impareranno a sentirsi più vicine tra loro. Giusi Marchetta, nota per aver raccontato e smascherato le Principesse delle grandi storie per ragazze, ci racconta il conflitto familiare attraverso la sorellanza.Giusi Marchetta, scrittrice e insegnante, vive a Torino. Ha pubblicato Dai un bacio a chi vuoi tu (Terre di Mezzo, 2008, Premio Calvino), Napoli ore 11 (Terre di Mezzo, 2010); L'iguana non vuole (Rizzoli,2011), Lettori si cresce (Einaudi, 2015), Dove sei stata (Rizzoli, 2018), Tutte le ragazze avanti (add, 2018, in seguito diventato un podcast). Il suo ultimo libro è Principesse. Eroine del passato, femministe di oggi (add, 2023).IL POSTO DELLE PAROLEascoltare fa pensarewww.ilpostodelleparole.itDiventa un supporter di questo podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/il-posto-delle-parole--1487855/support.

Sostieni il progetto “Solo se ti rende felice” tramite Ko-FiAndrea Falcone ha dialogato con Giusi Marchetta @palagiuk (scittrice, femminista, insegnante, podcaster e autrice di “Principesse” edito da @add_editore) per ribaltare l'immagine canonica delle PRINCIPESSE.Biancaneve che conquista il suo principe da morta… La Bella addormentata che passa dal sonno all'altare senza neanche il tempo di stropicciarsi gli occhi… Belle che deve stare con un principe mostruoso e violento convinta che la sua bellezza (prima o poi) lo trasformerà. Le PRINCIPESSE delle fiabe (o dei cartoni) ci hanno mostrato un'immagine dei rapporti di genere vecchia, vecchissima, eppure ancora vissuta da tante, tantu e tanti.Ad accompagnare il tutto è stata @monellarai per mostrare che un'altra principessa è possibile. Make PRINCIPESSE great again.Stagione 2 Episodio 9 con Eleonora Antonioni  Fumetti, Anime e Femminilità.Stagione 3 Episodio 3 con @marinapierri per parlare di Storie, Eroine e Serie Tv.Stagione 3 Episodio 13 con Andrea Falcone e Matilde Piran per parlare di RivoluzionineIl consiglio di Giusi Marchetta è quello di leggere storie che ci portano in un'altra direzione come per lei è stato Leggere Autrici Nere e Tondelli.“Ultracorpi tutto l'anno” è una programmazione di dialoghi sul corpo e sulle sue possibilità espressive, politiche e culturali. È un progetto speciale di “Solo se ti rende felice”, il live talk e podcast prodotto da Underdogs, realizzato grazie al supporto di @thesocialhub.florence in collaborazione con @libreria_alice e @inquantoteatro.

David Sheehan and Terry Marchetta Showcase Mannington's New Phenix Carpet Styles for 2024 by Floor Focus Magazine

Jimmy Tuley and Terry Marchetta Showcase Mannington Mills' New Hard Surface Products at Surfaces by Floor Focus Magazine

Il co-fondatore della Apple, Steve Wozniak, ha ricevuto la cittadinanza serba. Non ha legami familiari con il Paese balcanico, ma si è detto onorato, mentre il presidente Vučić si è vantato “ora potremo dire che un genio dei computer è serbo”. Il 17 dicembre in Serbia ci sono le elezioni anticipate, le settime dal 2012, e Vučić è in piena campagna elettorale per la rielezione. Diciamo che il timing è sospetto. 

Where does OT fit in psoriatic arthritis (PsA) care? In this one hour course we'll dive into a comprehensive guideline for psoriatic arthritis treatment, which recommends patients utilize a mix of non-pharmacological tools, like occupational therapy. This article will help you brush up on psoriatic arthritis, see OT within a holistic approach to care, and appreciate the importance of individualized care (which we are so skilled in providing). After we review the article, we'll be joined by  Duana Russell-Thomas, OTD, OTR/L, to discuss her innovative approach to arthritis care through a self-management program—and the funding that makes this possible. Her story—and this guideline—will leave you with practical takeaways for improving your care of PsA. In order to earn credit for this course, you must take the test within the OT Potential Club.You can find more details on this course here:https://otpotential.com/ceu-podcast-courses/ot-and-psoriatic-arthritisLearn more about our guest:https://otpotential.com/occupational-therapy-directory/duana-Here's the primary research we are discussing:Singh, J. A., Guyatt, G., Ogdie, A., Gladman, D. D., Deal, C., Deodhar, A., Dubreuil, M., Dunham, J., Husni, M. E., Kenny, S., Kwan-Morley, J., Lin, J., Marchetta, P., Mease, P. J., Merola, J. F., Miner, J., Ritchlin, C. T., Siaton, B., Smith, B. J., … Reston, J. (2018). 2018 American College of Rheumatology/National Psoriasis Foundation guideline for the treatment of psoriatic arthritis. Journal of Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis, 4(1), 31–58.Support the show

Si parla di come far leggere le notifiche a Siri quando l'iPhone è bloccato, di come vedere le foto su una smart TV, di come usare Whisper per trasrivere un file audio, di Coop voce, del Shoulder Surfing, di alcune funzioni nascoste del Finder, e...

Mark Clayton, Zach Zehner and Terry Marchetta Showcase Mannington's Investment in New Products by Floor Focus Magazine

È uscito il mio nuovo libro Il Padreterno è liberale che potete ordinare sulle piattaforme digitali oppure acquistare in tutte le librerie. 00:00 Buongiorno ai commensali! 00:20 Manovra, tutti i giornali insistono sullo stop […]

Cultisti! Ritorno alla formazione tipo per l'ultimo episodio prima della diretta di fine anno, che incoronerà il nostro sesto “Gioco dell'anno DBC” alle 20:00 del 22 dicembre. Marchetta? CERTO. Vi aspettiamo numerosissimi come sempre. Nel frattempo consigliamo di tenere i padiglioni auricolari al calduccio con un episodio monstre, strapieno di giochi e spunti davvero interessanti (Grazie anche al valente PoTW Filippo Gratton). Cosa scrivere ancora? Niente, nessuno legge nel 2022, questi testi sono una baracconata di regime per prendere spazio e acquisire prestigio. Premete play e datevi all'empietà. Let's go. Buon ascolto e come sempre… Ci vediamo dall'altra parte!

“You know, for me, I loved reading, but I didn't exist on those pages and when a child of any age doesn't exist in our mainstream, in our books, in our stories, they start believing they're not important.”  – Melina Marchetta  Looking for Alibrandi broke new ground with its honest and empowered portrait of an Italian-Australian teen coming of age in 1990s inner Sydney, speaking authentically about systemic racism in Australia from a migrant perspective.   For generations of teens, the beloved novel (and later cult movie) is a foundational story. Its exploration of family, womanhood, first love, identity and othering still resonates with readers today, 30 years after its release.  Now, Melina Marchetta's novel has been adapted for the stage. In this special collaboration between the Wheeler Centre and Malthouse Theatre, Marchetta joined playwright Vidya Rajan, director Stephen Nicolazzo, and the film's star Pia Miranda to discuss Looking for Alibrandi's journey from page to screen to stage, the art of adaptation, and the enduring impact of this Australian classic.   This conversation was hosted by Brodie Lancaster and recorded at the Malthouse Theatre on 18 July 2022.  The bookseller was Hill of Content Bookshop.  Music: Pastel Colours by Sarah, The Illstrumentalist Support the Wheeler Centre: https://www.wheelercentre.com/support-us/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With a keen interest in sustainability and 20 years of experience in communications, Ilona Marchetta helps simplify the key components & issues around sustainability. Sustainability Editor, Ilona Marchetta joins Influencing Insider this Wednesday 31st August at 1:45pm to discuss: The type of stories she is interested in How to pitch stories The best time to pitch the outlets About Ilona Marchetta Ilona Marchetta is a Sustainability editor at The Carousel and at her new site, In a Sustainable Way. Prior to that, she was a print journalist and left the media industry in 2009, just as it was being disrupted by digital. She has also been contracted to different government agencies and large corporations, bringing her skills in digital media to roles in corporate communications. About The Carousel The Carousel is a women's lifestyle site with expert news and advice across fashion, beauty, health, food, home, parenting, and sustainability. Dedicated to inspiring you to lead your best life emotionally, physically, and sustainably. About In A Sustainable Way A new site launched by Ilona Marchetta, In A Sustainable Way covers looks at how to live your best life in a sustainable way. She explores Australia's conversations about sustainability locally and internationally, and looks at ways to be more mindful of our consumption, so we can engage more fully in our lives.

Our special guest this week: Joanne Marchetta from Tahoe Regional Planning Agency!   Joanne Marchetta is the Executive Director of the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency, a bi-state compact agency whose mission is to cooperatively lead the work to preserve, restore, and enhance the natural and human environment of the Lake Tahoe Region. Since 2009, she has led the Agency and basin through transformational changes to strengthen the environment, economy, and communities of Lake Tahoe. She came to Tahoe in 2009 to serve as TRPA's General Counsel before taking on the leadership role as Director. Joanne serves on the Board and Executive Committee of the Tahoe Prosperity Center and she enjoys spending time with her partner, walking with her dog, martial arts, hiking, cycling, reading and experiencing all the best of Tahoe's outdoors options. 

In this episode, I speak to Björn Franklin and Johnny Marchetta, a writing and directing duo, who are creating a film which tells the story of RMS Titanic's lookout Frederick Fleet. Fred was the one who first spotted the iceberg and alerted the bridge. He survived the sinking, but was forever changed and haunted by it. I ask Franklin and Marchetta what inspired them to tell this story, and we discuss the creative process that goes into everything - from writing to casting to visual effects.

Zach Zehner and Terry Marchetta Give an Overview of Mannington's Product Focus for 2022 by Floor Focus Magazine

Who doesn't love the Duff sisters? This week the red wine sisters are covering Material Girls- a timeless classic that is so bad its good. Topics include face feel, Italian brined goods, Tanzania, and shoe deals. Grab a glass of your favorite wine and get ready for a throwback! 

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Zach Zehner, Terry Marchetta Discuss Mannington's Residential Styling Trends, New Products by Floor Focus Magazine

Attraverso le parole di un curatore e di due scrittori abbiamo affrontato il tema dell’incertezza nel mondo della narrazione e della rappresentazione. Abbiamo parlato di ciclismo, fotografia, metrica, paura, stupore e pixel.Musica: "RetroFuture Nasty" "Enigma" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Attraverso le parole di un curatore e di due scrittori abbiamo affrontato il tema dell'incertezza nel mondo della narrazione e della rappresentazione. Abbiamo parlato di ciclismo, fotografia, metrica, paura, stupore e pixel. Musica: "RetroFuture Nasty" "Enigma" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Attraverso le parole di un curatore e di due scrittori abbiamo affrontato il tema dell’incertezza nel mondo della narrazione e della rappresentazione. Abbiamo parlato di ciclismo, fotografia, metrica, paura, stupore e pixel. Musica: "RetroFuture Nasty" "Enigma" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

¡Llegamos a la tercera temporada! Y esta vez nos hicimos una pregunta muy importante, ¿Cómo describimos a un hombre? Con dos miembros de Varones Beta, quienes buscan erradicar conductas de masculinidad hegemónica, hablamos sobre el machismo, una nueva masculinidad, la paternidad y mucho más.

Hablamos de la campaña lanzada por la Iniciativa Spotlight que le habla a los varones para desnaturalizar la violencia machista. Ailin Trepiana entrevistó a Agustín Pérez Marchetta, uno de los cinco protagonistas de la campaña, y a Valeria Serafinoff, coordinadora de Iniciativa Spotlight en Argentina.

GM of the arena Ralph Marchetta joins us to talk about the transformation of the arena, what concerts will look like post COVID and more!

#008. A powerful story of building relationships through adversity and tragedy, and how a coach of impact can bring it all together by just being there for his boys in their hour of need.Coaches....you make a thousand decisions everyday, but this one comes around once in a lifetime: it's your first day on the job at your new school, and your wife is giving birth to your lil baby girl on the same day...what do you do? For Jericho, a highly committed and dedicated DL Coach and Recruiting Coordinator, it was a no-brainer....And for more on the Long Beach City College football program...Check out the LBCC YouTube page. There you will find the “Redemption” docuseries about their 2019 season. Click on the link below...https://www.youtube.com/user/LongBeachCityCollegeFor more information about our podcast, and to join our Booster Club, go to our website at https://www.thefridaynightlife.com

NFL Playoff Picture w/Mike Battaglino + Brandon Marchetta - Battaglino + Marchetta join Jack in previewing the NFC Title matchup between the Dallas Cowboys + Philadelphia Eagles, why Tom Brady might opt to leave New England next season, the Patriots clinching the AFC East once again, why Brandon doesn't trust Jimmy Garoppolo, where Jason Garrett might head next after his tenure in Dallas + so much more!

January 30, 2019—Zach Zehner and Terry Marchetta, Residential President and Director of Residential Styling, respectively, and Kemp Harr, discuss Mannington's growth, new leadership and 2019 product introductions. Watch the video to see and hear more about where this family owned company is headed from a product standpoint.

Adorn your favorite trousers and join Sam and Jess with two very special, pant clad heroines, Marchetta and Mary Read. The Tale of Tales by Giambattista Basile The Pirates Own Book by the Marine Research Society Artwork by Amanda Figueroa Music composed by Andy Jaworski

Christine Marchetta can help you communicate with loved ones who have passed from this life. And she may make you laugh while doing it. I have to admit, I don’t know a lot about the Medium profession, contacting those who have died or “spirit guides”. After chatting with Christine, my mind has opened to the possibilities. Listen […]

Dr. Paula Marchetta describes her career path to medicine and to her position at Concorde Medical Group, and the stops along the way. An avid reader and "Jo March" fan, her love of Chaucer and medieval drama were a precursor to her passion for medicine.

In Episode 5 we pick up where we left off in the interview with AJ Marchetta from last week. I also play some tracks from Groovenics, Suicide City, Skeleton Division, and a solo track from AJ. For some reason towards the end of the episode my mic level is very low. I tried to fix it but I couldn't so I apologize for that. I don't think I was saying anything too important to the story. Anyway that's about it, hope you enjoy the interview!

This week on the show I interview my good friend AJ Marchetta. AJ was the guitarist in Groovenics and Suicide City, and is now currently playing with Skeleton Division. We talk about how he got started in music, the tail end of The Groovenics when he joined, the beginning through the end of Suicide City, and what he's up to now. There were so many great rock stories that I couldn't fit them all into one episode, so this is going to be part 1 of our first 2 part episode. Next week I'll finish up the interview and include some tracks from Groovenics, Suicide City, Skeleton Division, and a solo track from AJ. You won't want to miss it, be sure to tune in and spread the word!

The Tahoe Region is updating its vision of its communities and the way they will work in the twenty-first century. Discussions are now underway in the local communities around the Tahoe Basin about what they will look like and what their interface with the environment will be. Residents, part-time homeowners and visitors to the Tahoe area are invited to participate in these future-planning opportunities, says Joanne Marchetta in this fourth-in-the-series interview with the Executive of the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency.

“Let the system focus on the places where you get the biggest environmental bang for the buck,” this is the advice that the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency took from the Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL). "The flexibility that we have built into the system is based on this new paradigm that says: focus on the locations where you can get the greatest pollutant load reduction," says Joanne Marchetta, TRPA Executive. The pollutants at issue are ultra-fine sediment, nitrogen and phosphorus. Creating the regulatory flexibility to enable jurisdictions to go after these pollutants is a high-priority undertaking in the Tahoe planning process.

In this interview segment Joanne Marchetta, TRPA Executive Director, responds to the question, "What is the role of the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) in relation to incentive and means in the private sector?" In response Marchetta highlights how the TRPA is shifting into a more-regional role than it previously played. She says, “…[local government] knows that the way to protect themselves is to protect the environment here.” She underscores how the new regional plan envisions place-making happening in the hands of local citizens and local government, where TRPA plays a role in approving the plans and ensuring their consistency with the environmental sideboards set by TRPA while leaving local character to be determined by citizens.

Joanne Marchetta is the Executive Director of the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency. The agency is bringing forward the Tahoe Regional Plan Update to its Board of Governors in December 2012. This Plan update has been the focus of much debate for nearly a decade. Will the Board vote its approval? Will it proceed without litigation as the governors of Nevada and California have sought? In this interview Marchetta shares her perspective on what is at stake.