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In today's episode, Lisa Foust Prater talks with Melissa Nelson, a northwest Iowa farmer, mom, and internship coordinator at Morningside University. Melissa shares her journey from growing up on a Nebraska cattle operation to her current role supporting ag students and running a greeting card business. She also discusses her ‘Wait for Me' farm safety initiative for kids and the Rural Route Ramble—an event she helped create that draws thousands to shop local and connect with small businesses. Lisa and Melissa dive into the importance of rural arts, community collaboration, and how small events can spark big change in revitalizing rural life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this wildly unhinged episode of Mad Genius, comedian Ariel Kashanchi dives headfirst into the internet's most bizarre headlines. First up: Australian TikToker Jolene Dawson spent $8,000 on cosmetic procedures to look like a cat—only to end up with painful complications and a mountain of regret . Next, Ariel unpacks the viral road rage incident involving 44-year-old Christina Solometo, who was caught on camera defecating on another driver's car during a traffic dispute in Pennsylvania Then, we explore the eerie possibility that octopuses could become Earth's dominant species if humans go extinct, thanks to their remarkable intelligence and adaptability . Finally, Ariel discusses the controversial case of Melissa Nelson, a dental assistant who was fired for being "too attractive," a decision upheld by the Iowa Supreme Court . From feline transformations to cephalopod supremacy, this episode is a rollercoaster of the absurd. Tune in for laughs, gasps, and the kind of stories that make you question reality.
Each season, we're going to have a few episodes that directly address *your* small-town people problems. For our first one, we're starting off with a question from a listener about one of the most common difficulties in small towns: what to do when the neighboring towns treat each other as competition instead of working together. Sometimes we'll bring in a guest, sometimes it'll be a solocast with Rebecca like today's episode. Do you have your own small-town people challenge? Call in to the show and we'll address it on-air! 701-203-3337 In this episode, we cover: The three ways we see this competition show up most often Four mindset shifts to help address the problem Links + Resources Mentioned: Episode 107 with Melissa Nelson: https://www.growingsmalltowns.org/post/episode107 Small-Town Shout-Out! There's something in the water in Vergas, Minnesota. A listener wrote in to tell us that Vergas is the kind of community where you can feel the community pride in every single business. They decided that, despite being a destination lake town, they wanted to be more than just a tourist town, so they focus on what it feels like to the people who live there every single day, too. Walk into any business on Main Street and you'll get the very felt sense that they want you there and you belong there. That's what it's all about! Big shout-out to Vergas, Minnesota! New Segment Alert! We think some of the best parts about radio shows and podcasts are listener call-ins, so we've decided to make those a part of the Growing Small Towns Podcast. We really, really want to hear from you! We're introducing two new parts to the show: “Small town humblebrags”: Call in and tell us about something amazing you did in your small town so we can celebrate with you. No win is too small—we want to hear it all, and we will be excessively enthusiastic about whatever it is! You can call in for your friends, too, because giving shout-outs is one of our favorite things. “Solving Your Small-Town People Challenges”: Have a tough issue in your community? We want to help. Call in and tell us about your problem, and we'll solve it on an episode of the podcast. Want to remain anonymous? Totally cool, we can be all secretive and stuff. We're suave like that. If you've got a humblebrag or a tricky people problem, call 701-203-3337 and leave a message with the deets. We really can't wait to hear from you! Get In Touch Have an idea for a future episode/guest, have feedback or a question, or just want to chat? Email us at hello@growingsmalltowns.org Subscribe + Review Thanks for tuning into this week's episode of The Growing Small Towns Show! If the information in our conversations and interviews has helped you in your small town, head out to Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Spotify, subscribe to the show, and leave us an honest review. Your reviews and feedback will not only help us continue to deliver relevant, helpful content, but it will also help us reach even more small-town trailblazers just like you!
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Ashton King from Michigan Farm Bureau Insurance emphasizes the importance of farm safety and how being proactive can influence insurance claims. Join Host Ethan Haywood as he engages Ashton in a discussion to establish safety protocols with farm employees. In the second segment, Melissa Nelson of Hungry Canyon will join Ethan to share how she advocates for child safety on the farm. Her product line, “Wait For Me,” includes hi-vis clothing and stickers that serve as reminders to farm workers to watch for children when using farm equipment.
Hey Smarties! If you’ve ever wondered how you make your diet more climate friendly, this episode of “Burning Questions” has you covered. From our friends over at “How We Survive,” the series answers your questions about climate change. In this episode, host Amy Scott chats with Melissa Nelson, professor of Indigenous sustainability at Arizona State University, about how our day-to-day food choices affect the planet and steps you can take to make your diet a little greener, without getting overwhelmed.
Hey Smarties! If you’ve ever wondered how you make your diet more climate friendly, this episode of “Burning Questions” has you covered. From our friends over at “How We Survive,” the series answers your questions about climate change. In this episode, host Amy Scott chats with Melissa Nelson, professor of Indigenous sustainability at Arizona State University, about how our day-to-day food choices affect the planet and steps you can take to make your diet a little greener, without getting overwhelmed.
Hey Smarties! If you’ve ever wondered how you make your diet more climate friendly, this episode of “Burning Questions” has you covered. From our friends over at “How We Survive,” the series answers your questions about climate change. In this episode, host Amy Scott chats with Melissa Nelson, professor of Indigenous sustainability at Arizona State University, about how our day-to-day food choices affect the planet and steps you can take to make your diet a little greener, without getting overwhelmed.
Inspiring The Next Generation with Melissa Nelson on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | Google Podcasts Today on the show, we sat down with rancher and entrepreneur Melissa Nelson. She tells us about her work with college students and the impact on-farm externships have on students' future careers in agriculture. Melissa discusses why it's important for the next generation to gain experiences away from the family farm and learn how to add value to the family operation. Melissa also discusses her journey as an entrepreneur and the value of having a creative mind in agriculture. It takes new perspectives, ideas, and creativity to inspire the next generation in agriculture, and Melissa is doing just that through her externship program and side-hustle businesses. In this episode we cover: How Melissa prioritizes “glass plates versus plastic plates” when juggling multiple businesses, cattle, and kids How the next generation is hungry to learn about opportunities in agriculture How hands-on experiences shape the next generation of agriculture How to have a successful side hustle Resources & Links: Follow Melissa on Instagram @hungrycanyon Visit Hungry Canyon Facebook Page Visit her website hungrycanyondesign.com Join us for a weekend of Ranch Camp Become a member of the Collective today! Attend one of our 4 day Business Summits Browse our Online Store for the latest merch drop! Learn more about Our Online Seedstock Marketing Class Learn more about She's a Hand Ranch Camp Check out our website to learn more about Cattleman U Learn more about ProfitFinder The Cattleman U Planner KRose Company | Production Sale Marketing Connect with us on Facebook Connect with us on Instagram at @krosecompany, @cattlemanu, @rose.karoline More about Cattleman U podcast: Hey everyone, welcome to the Cattleman U Podcast! Join host, Karoline Rose-Bohannan, the founder and CEO of KRose Company and Cattleman U. Through our conversations here we share the latest ideas and techniques to help you start, improve and expand your farm or ranch. Join us as we visit with industry experts and cattle producers to get honest about the ins and outs of beef production. We'll dive into topics such as cattle handling, nutrition, cattle marketing, genetics, and so much more. Cattleman U assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or omissions in the content of this episode. These conversations are the experiences told by our guests and should be considered as such. The information contained is provided on an "as is" basis with no guarantees of completeness or accuracy. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode!
Do I need to stop eating meat if I care about the planet? Does it really matter where I buy my food? How can I make climate-friendly food choices if I'm short on time? Amy chats with Melissa Nelson, professor of Indigenous sustainability at Arizona State University, about how our day-to-day food choices can make a difference to the planet. Learn more: Find locally grown food with the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Farmers Market Directory Check out the climate impact of different food groups with this interactive article from the New York Times
Do I need to stop eating meat if I care about the planet? Does it really matter where I buy my food? How can I make climate-friendly food choices if I'm short on time? Amy chats with Melissa Nelson, professor of Indigenous sustainability at Arizona State University, about how our day-to-day food choices can make a difference to the planet. Learn more: Find locally grown food with the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Farmers Market Directory Check out the climate impact of different food groups with this interactive article from the New York Times
Do I need to stop eating meat if I care about the planet? Does it really matter where I buy my food? How can I make climate-friendly food choices if I'm short on time? Amy chats with Melissa Nelson, professor of Indigenous sustainability at Arizona State University, about how our day-to-day food choices can make a difference to the planet. Learn more: Find locally grown food with the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Farmers Market Directory Check out the climate impact of different food groups with this interactive article from the New York Times
In this talk Melissa Nelson shares her deep passion and understanding of economies of wellbeing, regenerative practices, environmental justice movements, and decolonizing philanthropy. Dr. Nelson connects the dots, identifying the […]
Melissa Nelson guides us on a profound journey through indigenous wisdom and ancient narratives. This talk discusses the deep-rooted lessons of kinship, courage, and cooperation that guide us towards a […]
Melissa Nelson speaks to the importance of seed preservation, land stewardship, and indigenous food revitalization. In this session, Melissa shares her multicultural heritage, blending Native American, Scandinavian, and settler backgrounds, […]
This week, Mars in Capricorn unites perspiration with Uranus' inspiration. Mercury and Neptune carry our minds downstream, leading the way for Mercury in Aquarius' mental breakthroughs. The Scorpio Last Quarter Moon plays bouncer for the growing Aquarius party. And April answers a listener question about the Part of Fortune and relationships. Plus: Frolicsome Capricorn, worthy allies, and high lonesome work. Read a full transcript of this episode. Want your question answered on the show? Email April or leave it here! Subscribe to April's mailing list and get a free lunar workbook at each New Moon! Love the show? Make a donation! Timestamps (full show notes here) [1:07] Mars trines Uranus (Jan. 29, 3:41 pm PST, 19°05' Cap.-Taurus). The Sabian symbol for Mars is 20 Capricorn, Hidden choir singing; for Uranus, 20 Taurus, Wind, clouds, and haste. If you've been working diligently but have lacked inspiration, that could change this week. [3:51] On Feb. 2 (2:55 am PST), Mercury sextiles Neptune at 21°48' Cap.-Pisces. Mercury is on the Sabian symbol 26 Capricorn, A water sprite, Neptune on 26 Pisces, A New Moon that divides its influences. A good aspect for independent creative work. [6:19] Moon Report! The Scorpio Last Quarter Moon is on Feb. 2 (3:17 pm PST) at 13°35' Scorpio-Aquarius. The Sun and Moon in this chart form a T-square with Jupiter and Uranus in Taurus. The Moon's Sabian symbol is 14 Scorpio, Telephone linemen at work, the Sun on 14 Aquarius, A train entering a tunnel. [8:32] This is the Last Quarter Moon in a Lunar Phase Family Cycle (LPFC) that began with then Nov. 4, 2021 New Moon, 12º40' Scorpio. The First Quarter in the cycle was on Aug. 5, 2022, the Full Moon on May 5, 2023. [10:35] Void-of-Course (VOC) Moon periods. On Jan. 29, the Moon in Virgo opposes Neptune (3:20 pm PST). It's VOC for 8 3/4 hours (!!!), before it enters Libra on Jan. 30 (12:04 am PST). Strike a balance between logic and intuition, practicality and leaps of faith. [12:00] On Feb. 1, the Moon in Libra squares Mercury in Capricorn (1:03 am PST). It's VOC for about 11 ½ hours (!!!) before it enters Scorpio (12:37 pm PST). Conflict between consideration for others and being true to yourself. [13:43] The Moon in Scorpio sextiles Mercury in Capricorn on Feb. 3 (7:24 pm PST). It's VOC for a little over three hours and then enters Sagittarius (10:28 pm PST). Look for opportunities to use deep intuition and insights to communicate with others. [15:08] Mercury enters Aquarius on Feb. 4 (9:10 pm PST, through Feb. 22). Mercury is strong in Aquarius, a sign associated with eureka connections and out-of-the-box inventive ideas. [17:29] Listener Lynn asks about the Part of Fortune in Synastry. Check out Chapter 15 in April's book The Essential Guide to Practical Astrology for her treatment of the Arabic parts, including details about how to calculate them. And for an extensive list of Arabic parts, click here. [25:01] If you'd like to have a question answered on a future episode, leave a message of one minute or less at speakpipe.com/bigskyastrologypodcast or email april(at)bigskyastrology(dot)com; put “Podcast Question” in the subject line. [25:33] If you like what you're hearing, please subscribe, follow, like and share! This episode is brought to you by donors Adele Coyle and Melissa Nelson, both of whom donated to the Podathon for the very first time last September! [26:42] If you'd like to support the show, please go to bigskyastropod.com where you can make a one-time donation in any amount or become an ongoing monthly contributor! Donate $10 or more to receive access to April's special equinox and solstice episodes.
In the fourth episode of our limited series Knowledge Symbiosis: Can Biomimicry and Indigenous Science Harmonize?, Roxanne Swentzell and Anne LaForti engage in a conversation hosted by Sara El-Sayed, converging Indigenous ideologies and scientific understanding of soils, seeds, regenerative versus sustainable terminologies, and steps to healing ourselves and our ecosystems.This limited series, Knowledge Symbiosis: Can Biomimicry and Indigenous Science Harmonize?, is produced by The Cultural Conservancy's Native Seed Pod in collaboration with Arizona State University and Learning From Nature: The Biomimicry Podcast. We invite dialogue from multiple perspectives—practitioners in biomimicry, and elders, practitioners, and Indigenous scholars—so we might better understand each other and explore opportunities to weave these learnings. These conversations delve into the ethics of science, human-nature connection, regenerative design, and our relationship to all other kin on this planet. Five episodes will be available on The Native Seed Pod and Learning From Nature: The Biomimicry Podcast for listeners to tune in and reflect. The episodes are hosted in rotation by Dr. Melissa K Nelson, Dr. Sara El-Sayed, and Lily Urmann, and feature conversations between Indigenous scholars and practitioners: Kim Tall Bear, PennElys Droz, Melissa Nelson, and Roxanne Swentzell; and Biomimicry scientists and practitioners: Janine Benyus, Dayna Baumeister, Maibritt Pedersen, and Anne LaForti.
An Update on the Cattle Market Hypothermia Concerns for Cattle Faces in Agriculture: Melissa Nelson 00:01:05 – An Update on the Cattle Market: Kicking off the show today is Katelyn McCullock, director of the Livestock Marketing Information Center, with a cattle market update. LMIC.info 00:12:05 – Hypothermia Concerns for Cattle: Gregg Hanzlicek, K-State veterinarian, continues the show with information about how to care for cows and calves in cold weather. Hypothermia is a concern for many young calves when it comes to our current weather conditions. Preparing for Winter Weather Extremes ksvdl.com Animal Comfort Index 00:23:05 – Faces in Agriculture: Melissa Nelson: Another segment of Faces in Agriculture rounds out today's show. Melissa Nelson with South Bend Industrial Hemp talks about the challenges the business has faced and how they are working to overcome them. southbendindustrialhemp.com South Bend Industrial Hemp on Facebook and Instagram Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu. Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan
“A worldview that understands indigeneity is a paradigm of regeneration, a worldview rooted in enduring values in what we call our original instructions, common themes of reciprocity, of gratitude, of responsibility, of generosity, of forgiveness, of humility, of courage, of sacrifice, and of course love. But these values are not just words, we need to live them.” Melissa NelsonIn this conversation with Melissa, we explore various facets of what she summarises in the quote above. The original instructions of indigenous knowledge are rooted in a reciprocal and relational way of being in the world, an integration of knowing and loving. The creatures of the world, with the landscape and sky, are living records preserved in oral traditions, spoken by participating in rituals and stories. We discuss the consciousness prompted by creatures and places and how that varies between different peoples, across place and time. We look at the notion of the erotic and the role of human beings within the wider ecology, and also how a synthesis between modern scientific and indigenous ways of knowing might weave together to enrich our love and, therefore, being in the world.We talked everything from eagles and turtles to love and participation.Melissa K. Nelson is a Native ecologist, writer, media-maker and Indigenous scholar-activist. She is the President/CEO of The Cultural Conservancy, which she had directed since 1993. In 2020 she joined Arizona State University as a Professor of Indigenous Sustainability, after working since 2002 as Professor of American Indian Studies at San Francisco State University.0:00 Introductions01:13 What is indigeneity?02:33 The names of tribes and nations04:27 Stories in the landscape06:06 The teaching of the eagle07:17 Relational and reciprocal worldviews10:25 Bridging worlds and the notion of love12:47 Oral cultures and universals15:01 The sun and turtles: beyond metaphor to participation25:20 The link between love and knowledge29:21 Expanding the erotic32:42 The role of human beings38:01 Science and indigenous ways of knowing
Learning from Nature: The Biomimicry Podcast with Lily Urmann
In this inaugural episode of the limited series Knowledge Symbiosis: Can Biomimicry and Indigenous Science Harmonize?, Dayna Baumeister joins Melissa K. Nelson and Sara El-Sayed in a conversation exploring the common ground and mapping the divergences between Indigenous science and biomimicry. SERIES SYNOPSISBiomimicry, nature-inspired design, and Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK), or Indigenous Knowledge Systems, both have roots in nature and a deep respect for natural processes. However, the two fields have different worldviews: biomimicry is oriented from a Western science perspective, while TEK emerges from Indigenous, spiritual, and cosmological worldviews. With a common source of inspiration, professionals in both fields recognize the potential for collaboration, yet no formal efforts or conversations in this realm have been published for a wide audience. This podcast series, Knowledge Symbiosis: Can Biomimicry and Indigenous Science Harmonize? invites dialogue from both perspectives—practitioners in biomimicry, and elders, practitioners, and Indigenous scholars—so we might better understand each other and explore opportunities to weave these learnings. Five episodes will be available on The Native Seed Pod and Learning From Nature:The Biomimicry Podcast for listeners to tune in and reflect. The episodes are hosted in rotation by Dr. Melissa Nelson, Dr. Sara El-Sayed, and Lily Urmann, and feature conversations between Kim Tall Bear, Janine Benyus, Dayna Baumeister, PennElys Droz, Maibritt Pederson, Anne LaForti, and Roxanne Swentzell. These conversations delve into the ethics of science, human-nature connection, regenerative design, and our relationship to all other kin on this planet.
Inside Business Podcast Presented by The Mesa Chamber of Commerce
In this audio excerpt from the September 2023 Mesa Chamber Future of Retail Mesa, Melissa Nelson of the United Food Bank discusses how businesses can use partnerships with Non Profits to boost their bottom line. Learn about the Mesa Chamber Future of Retail Mesa Council: https://www.mesachamber.org/future-of-retail-mesa-f-o-r-m-committee/ Learn more about The Mesa chamber Non Profit Vitality Council at: https://www.mesachamber.org/nonprofit-vitality-committee/ Learn more about the United Food Bank at: https://business.mesachamber.org/list/Details/united-food-bank-1651154 Watch this video at the Mesa chamber's Youtube page: https://www.youtube.com/@MesaChamber/
In today's episode of "The 20 Minute Call," we're thrilled to feature someone who is nothing short of a legend in the skydiving community: Melissa Nelson. To many, she is simply known as 'Melissa'—a testament to her unmistakable presence and influence in the world of aerial sports. With a reputation as an upbeat force, a vocal leader, and an unapologetic badass in the skies, Melissa's track record is nothing short of awe-inspiring.Here's a snapshot of what she brings to the table:A staggering 12,000 skydivesParticipation in 26 World RecordsThree US Nationals Gold MedalsAFF Instructor and PRO Rating holderPioneer of Vertical Formation SkydivingKey member of the Highlight Pro Skydiving TeamServing as a USPA National DirectorOrganizing efforts with Project 19TEDx Speaker3 Times Published AuthorBut beyond this remarkable résumé, Melissa stands out as an embodiment of courage and determination. In this conversation, we delve deeper into what makes Melissa a standout personality, not just in the skydiving world but in life. Tune in to discover more about this incredible woman, whom I'm privileged to call a friend.SHOW NOTES Diving into Legacy: Unraveling Life as Roger Nelson's DaughterAloha Adventure: The Journey from Skydive Chicago to HawaiiBehind the Pages: The Stories of "Sugar Alpha" and "Charlie Bravo"Bad Ass Women: Meeting Amy Chmelecki & the Birth of the Sugar GlidersRaising the Bar: Advocating for Inclusion and Amplifying VoicesBraving the Storm: Navigating Mental Health Amidst DivorceFrom Self to Motherhood: Transformative Moments Before & After ParenthoodSoaring with the Best: Embracing the Thrills with Highlight Pro Skydiving TeamMELISSA IN THE MEDIAMelissa's Website: Melissa-Nelson.comTEDx Speech - Drug Smuggler's Daughter: Creating Light From DarknessGrab Your Copy of "Sugar Alpha" Unearth the Secrets of "Charlie Bravo" JOIN OUR COMMUNITYLove the show? Help support it by becoming a member of the 20 Minute Call Community! Supporting the show gives access to a private group page where you can:- suggest who you'd like to hear on the podcast- learn what interviews will be upcoming- submit questions for future guests-receive show swagJoin our community and support the pod!Link: patreon.com/The20MinuteCallPodcastADVERTISEAre you interested in partnering with the 20 Minute Call as an advertiser? Let's work together! E-mail us at podcast@beyondmarketing.xyzGET IN TOUCH!Have ideas for a guest or want to leave us some feedback? We'd love to hear from you! E-mail us at podcast@beyondmarketing.xyz
This week on the hemp podcast, Lancaster Farming catches up with recent Cornell grad Owen Deitcher, who is on the road this summer to visit hemp farmers and processors around the country. The reason he's making this trip, he said, is to understand where the industry is at the moment, who the main players are and what challenges they face. Deitcher sees a disconnect in the minds of the public and wants to shed some light on the journey from hemp in the field to end-products. "We don't really know what goes on in the production and processing side,” he said. His first stop was in Murray, Kentucky, where Greg Wilson gave him a tour of the HempWood facility, which has grown substantially since Lancaster Farming visited HempWood two years ago on our National Hemp Tour. From Kentucky, Deitcher went to Texas where he attended a hempcrete workshop, then to South Bend Industrial Hemp in Kansas, where Melissa Nelson and the Baldwin brothers have created a strong local hemp supply chain and economy by building a hemp-processing facility. Heading west to Colorado, he spent time in Monte Vista, a regional hub of hemp innovation and processing power and home to hemp equipment manufacturer Formation Ag and Global Fiber Processing, a facility that went online in 2022. Lancaster Farming caught up with Deitcher while he was taking a break in Boulder, Colorado, before embarking soon for IND HEMP in Montana, then through the upper Midwest as he journeys eastward, eventually stopping at Steve Groff's Cedar Meadow Farm in Holtwood, Pennsylvania, sometime in August. Graduating with a master's degree in regional planning from Cornell, Deitcher is interested in renewable energy development, agrivoltaics, biofuels, circular economy, industrial hemp processing/end-use production, and agricultural supply chains. Also on this episode, we cover last week's launch of the Pennsylvania Hemp Engine and provide details on a few upcoming local and national hemp events in August. Follow along on Owen's trip on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/highwaytohemp/ Learn More About Cornell's Hemp Program https://hemp.cals.cornell.edu/ Upcoming Hemp Events Aug. 3-5 South Dakota Industrial Hemp Field Day https://www.eventbrite.com/e/industrial-hemp-field-day-tickets-643817313917 Aug. 15-16 King's AgriSeeds Field Day https://kingsagriseeds.com/ Aug. 15 Penn State Hemp Research Field Walk, Policy Update and Networking Event https://agsci.psu.edu/research/centers-facilities/extension/landisville News Nugget: IND HEMP Completes New Oilseed Certified Seed Cleaning Facility and Processing Expansion https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2023/07/12/2703339/0/en/IND-HEMP-Completes-New-IH-Oilseed-Certified-Seed-Cleaning-Facility-and-Processing-Expansion.html Thanks to our sponsors and supporters: IND HEMP https://indhemp.com/ King's Agriseeds https://kingsagriseeds.com/ Americhanvre Cast-Hemp https://americhanvre.com/ HempWood https://hempwood.com/
Sioux Falls City FC Robert and Noelle learn from Emily and Melissa, two women who are trying to elevate young women to the possibility of professional sports. Emily Tomas and Melissa Nelson are the entrepreneurs making the Sioux Falls City Football Club happen, a pre-professional soccer team creating opportunities for women soccer in South Dakota. Check out more of Sioux Falls City FC Website: siouxfallscityfc.com FB/IG/twitter: siouxfallscity Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Get our free gift of 11 Hacks from Successful Entrepreneurs @ AddValue2Entrepreneurs.com. Do you struggle with procrastination? Sign up for a 5 day challenge to help you take more action and make more money in your business AddValue2Life.com/action Need some hope? Get your copy of the Dose of Hope @AddValue2Life.com/dose. Follow us at facebook.com/n2rpeterson, instagram.com/n2rpeterson, linkedin.com/in/robertav2l, youtube.com/channel/UCU1gxHrzesGKUPHJdKLUTLg
Ben Lowe tandem entanglement Ben discusses getting back on the horse Taking 7 year olds on a tandem What would need to change in the UK for a DZ to take a minor on a tandem? Melissa Nelson online AFF courses What would need to change in the UK for a DZ to adopt online instruction? Front Cover photo by Bruno Brokken - a self portrait over Costa Rica Back Cover photos by Bruno Brokken of a Front Cover. 90% Italian magazine features Brian on the front cover. :-) PIA in Reno happening now - you should go. London BASE Jumps Super sketchy 4s delays on a base jump from a crane. Coaching qualifications Level2 Rookie Rumble Starlets British Record attempts for Total Break Sequential Ebu Uyar listener email Brian travels with suspicious looking lead and gets quizzed. Unsurprisingly. Brian dropped his N3 digital alti in the swimming pool Craig is 1 from 3. Craig is too simple to Keep. It. Simple. Stupid. HELP US SPREAD THE WORD We'd love it if you could please share #RadioSkydiveUK with your social media followers. Facebook, Instagram or Twitter. If this episode rocked your boat, head on over to wherever you get your podcasts from and kindly subscribe. Especially if it's Apple Podcasts. FEEDBACK Audience feedback drives the show. We'd love for you to email us and keep the conversation going. Record an audio message on your smart phone and send it, or a regular email, to studio@radioskydive.uk or put something on social using #RadioSkydiveUK We hope you enjoy.
Back in the can to bring us up to speed on life deep within the USPA, Highlight Skydiving Team and her own new venture, the one and only Melissa Nelson gives us a bit of personal history along with insight on why she decided to climb deep inside the belly of the beast to try and initiate change, the challenges of trying to bust down the doors of the "Old Boy's Club", the groundbreaking work of the Highlight skydiving team and the amazing ideas she's bringing to the forefront in student training from the ground up. A lifelong member of the Lunatic Fringe, when Melissa Nelson talks it's because she's got something to say.
Today we're talking to Melissa Nelson of Hungry Canyon Design, based in Northwest Iowa. Melissa raises cattle and two little boys with her husband, works at the local college helping launch students in ag careers, and makes cards for folks who need something a little different. She is also very active in community building in her small town, and has a lot of cool projects up her sleeve.Thank you for joining us today on Barnyard Language. If you enjoy the show, we encourage you to support us by becoming a patron. Go to Patreon to make a small monthly donation to help cover the cost of making a show. Please rate and review the podcast and follow the show so you never miss an episode. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok as BarnyardLanguage, and on Twitter we are BarnyardPod. If you'd like to connect with other farming families, you can join our private Barnyard Language Facebook group. We're always in search of future guests for the podcast. If you or someone you know would like to chat with us, get in touch. We are a proud member of the Positively Farming Media Podcast Network.
Listen in as Melissa Nelson shows us how kindness is done! This dynamic woman is determined to spread kindness across this state and beyond!
Melissa Nelson is a woman after our own hearts here at Growing Small Towns. She is a lifelong small-town girl and rural champion who uses her love of agriculture, community development, and creativity to inspire ways to get involved in small towns. About Melissa Melissa Nelson is a Nebraska farm and cattle gal who transplanted to Northwest Iowa after college to build an agricultural education non-profit and marry an Iowa farm boy. Her farm background and creative, entrepreneurial spirit allow her to put a unique spin on everyday items in her small business, Hungry Canyon. Melissa assisted in the foundation of the non-profit, Siouxland Agriculture in the Classroom and served as Director of the organization from 2013-2018. In 2018, she began serving as Externship Coordinator for the Applied Agricultural and Food Studies Department at Morningside University. Melissa and her husband Mark have two boys--Roy and Charlie-- seventh generation farm kids and lovers of tractors and cows. They live on a farm near Correctionville, Iowa. In this episode, we cover: How passion can inform how we get involved in our small communities Amazing ideas for small town events Fostering the next generation of small-town champions How a simple idea can be the catalyst for a small business How to get involved when you're new in town Links and Resources Mentioned: The Hungry Canyon Website: https://www.hungrycanyondesign.com/ Hungry Canyon IG: https://www.instagram.com/hungrycanyon/ Rural Route Ramble: https://www.facebook.com/RuralRouteRamble/
The devastation left in the aftermath of Hurricane Ian leaves all of us heartbroken. We hope that recovery efforts bring comfort to those impacted by the storm, but as we've said before - hope requires more than empathetic emotions, it requires action. On this episode of the Freedom to Rise Podcast Bronwyn Beightol is joined by United Way of Florida CEO Melissa Nelson to discuss how United Way Suncoast, and all the local United Ways in Florida, will play a role in the mid-and-long term recovery of our communities.
On today's episode of the Rural Revival podcast we're with Marissa Molland of Hardly General and Melissa Nelson of Hungry Canyon to talk about the Rural Route Ramble they put on in Moville, Iowa (pop. 1,687) and the surrounding area every December. The Rural Route Ramble is a curated, self guided shop hop through some of Northwest Iowa's rural communities.They're talking about how they provide a well-rounded shopping experience with food, shopping, coffee, and a little bit of something for everybody. They're also taking us through their application process and how you can come be a part, too.You'll love these ladies and all of their creative ideas to draw people to our small town main streets and businesses, and it's so great to see how this is taking off for them. This year is going to be a fun event! If you're anywhere in the area the first week of December, we hope you can make plans to come be a part!Check out more on the blog.Show notes:Moville, IowaHardly GeneralHungry CanyonRedneck LimoInstagram: @ruralrouterambleFacebook: /ruralrouterambleMeet Me on Main Street
On today's episode of the Rural Revival podcast we're with Marissa Molland of Hardly General and Melissa Nelson of Hungry Canyon to talk about the Rural Route Ramble they put on in Moville, Iowa (pop. 1,687) and the surrounding area every December. The Rural Route Ramble is a curated, self guided shop hop through some of Northwest Iowa's rural communities.They're talking about how they provide a well-rounded shopping experience with food, shopping, coffee, and a little bit of something for everybody. They're also taking us through their application process and how you can come be a part, too.You'll love these ladies and all of their creative ideas to draw people to our small town main streets and businesses, and it's so great to see how this is taking off for them. This year is going to be a fun event! If you're anywhere in the area the first week of December, we hope you can make plans to come be a part!Show notes:Moville, IowaHardly GeneralHungry CanyonRedneck LimoInstagram: @ruralrouterambleFacebook: /ruralrouterambleMeet Me on Main Street
Today is a special day for Solopreneur Money and Gabe Nelson Financial. Not only does this mark the 100th episode of Solopreenur Money, but it also happens to be the 14th anniversary of Gabe Nelson Financial. To celebrate this special occasion, my wife, Melissa joins me today. As part of the What's Next series, Melissa is here to discuss how we came to our What's Next. Together we'll walk through the process we used to decide what should come next for us. Listen in to hear how we decided what to do next and how we learned to manage our new endeavor. You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in... Melissa's story [2:22] Why Melissa decided to resign from her job [7:26] Their team's mission [12:55] Melissa's biggest takeaway from starting a professional soccer team [14:48] How we learned how to start a professional soccer team [18:18] What it was like for Melissa when I started Gabe Nelson Financial [22:30] The money questions [24:05] Resources & People Mentioned BOOK - High Performance Habits by Brendan Burchard Connect with Melissa Nelson Sioux Falls City FC Sioux Falls City FC on Facebook Sioux Falls City FC on Instagram Sioux Falls City FC on Twitter Connect With Gabe Nelson BOOK – The Solopreneur's Money Manifesto by Gabe Nelson www.GabeNelsonFinancial.com/contact FREE Downloadable Resources at https://www.gabenelsonfinancial.com/resources/ EMAIL: Gabe (at) GabeNelsonFinancial.com Follow Gabe on LinkedIn Follow Gabe on Twitter: @GabeNelsonCFP Follow Gabe on Facebook Follow Gabe on Instagram: @GabeNelsonCFP Subscribe to Solopreneur Money Audio Production and Show notes by PODCAST FAST TRACK https://www.podcastfasttrack.com
Here we are, friends! We've reached the 100th episode! Like… HOW??! I wanted a special way to celebrate this milestone and polled the team. So for today's podcast, I have a mix of… How I got started and what I learned Top performers and hidden gems Future plans! Thank you, thank you, thank you, listeners. Not just for listening, but for your feedback, emails, and messages of support. I love getting messages about episodes that hit you in the feels! It keeps me going and I couldn't have reached this episode without your encouragement and support! Key Takeaways I was a fresh little green business owner in 2017: Never took a business class, and CERTAINLY didn't have a degree! I binged the Momentum podcast and loved the 10 minute action packed episodes. The algorithm pegged me and kept suggesting more and more valuable content. Seriously, so much of my business knowledge is from the School of Apple Podcasts! I ordered my podcast microphone a full year before my first episode! Most podcasts last only nine episodes! I went into this knowing the value of momentum and consistency. The name, the niche, the launch… That's just the foothills! I took Jenna Kutcher's podcast course and applied everything I learned to get started! I knew consistency would be important so I scheduled 2-3 months in advance to minimize summer recording. Summer is nuts around here! Find support! Honestly a podcast is a lot of work and I knew I wouldn't be able to do it all on my own! Consider hiring out for editing or marketing if it will keep you behind the microphone. Podcasting does NOT have a quick turnaround. Three months in, I had about 300 downloads a month. Six months in, I questioned whether I could keep going. My accountant gave good guidance. Maybe I couldn't trace my success exactly to my podcast, but it was a valuable investment in the know, like, trust strategy. It's an important lead generator and it's important to me to be of service to others. The last six months have had half of my lifetime downloads! It took 30 episodes to figure out my equipment and find my voice. Four of the top five episodes were from March 2022! Where are they now? Callie Fitzgerald was riding the high of her first three months in business and is now offering amazing summer programming at Centrally Rooted in Dubuque, Iowa. She's added art, painting, and brought in teachers from all over the country. Her flagship curriculum, Mindful Musicians, will be offered in two area schools this fall! Lauren Welter's episode about mental health in small towns brought the most messages EVER. Many people praising the normalization of mental health and folks asking for Lauren's contact information. Other popular episodes included Let's Get Woo Woo, Melissa Nelson, and Do I Need a Business Coach? You guys. My worst podcasts were definitely my “Teen Years.” It was past the bubble of my friends listening to be nice but I hadn't quite caught on to a wider audience yet. Go back and give them a listen! I don't think I've “made it” to be at episode 100! I'm hanging on to be the cream that rises to the top. See you at 300! Molly Knuth Media and the Small Minded Podcast are going through exciting changes! We're morphing into a small business hub of resources and support! We might rebrand in the future, but we'll be here offering high value content week after week. Just in case she edits it out, a HUGE thank you to my podcast editing superwoman Miranda Ostwinkle. I seriously couldn't have done this without her! Follow for more Follow Molly Knuth Media on Instagram and Facebook Follow Small-Minded on Instagram and Facebook
CAS 7 - 6-1 - 2022 Melissa Nelson-SFCFC Soccer with Brent Nathaniel as co-host by Calling All Sports
Melissa Nelson, the new President and CEO of United Way of Florida joins us
Despite the undeniable fact that Indigenous communities are among the most affected by climate devastation, Indigenous science is very rarely found in mainstream environmental policy or discourse. Environmental scientist, advocate, and author Jessica Hernandez introduces and contextualizes Indigenous environmental knowledge and proposes a vision of land stewardship that heals rather than displaces and generates rather than destroys. In this episode, Dr. Hernandez is joined by Indigenous scholar and activist Melissa Nelson in a conversation exploring her latest book, Fresh Banana Leaves, and how to stop the eco-colonialism ravaging Indigenous lands to restore our relationship with the Earth to one of harmony and respect. This episode was recorded during a live online event on February 10th, 2022. A transcript is available at ciispod.com. Many of the topics discussed on our podcast have the potential to bring up feelings and emotional responses. We hope that each episode provides opportunities for growth, and that our listeners will use them as a starting point for further introspection and growth. If you or someone you know is in need of mental health care and support, here are some resources to find immediate help and future healing: suicidepreventionlifeline.org sfsuicide.org ciis.edu/counseling-and-acupuncture-clinics
our guest for episode 5 is melissa nelson! melissa is the owner of starlight knitting society. she's also a resting labor doula, mom of teens, and friend to all. you can find her online at starlightknittingsociety.com and on instagram @starlightknittingsociety. each season we read a new book about witchcraft practices around the world with the #snortandcacklebookclub, with a book review by ash and the occasional guest helping us close out the season. this season's #snortandcacklebookclub read is babaylan sing back: philippine shamans and voice, gender, and place by grace nono. take the fibre witch quiz at ashalberg.com/quiz. follow us on instagram @snortandcackle and be sure to subscribe via your favourite podcasting app so you don't miss an episode! support future seasons of snort & cackle by joining the creative coven community.
What is this thing called identity crisies? Why is it even a thing? I have a wonderful guest this week with me Mrs. Melissa Nelson. Let's talk! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/omyni-harrell/support
What's coming up with women leaders in local government from United Way executive Director Melissa Nelson who talks Stamp Out Hunger in St Johns County and more! Michelle Vijgen from Panache sits in the co Host chair!
Breaking news from Melissa Nelson of United Way! We also have your horrorscopes and where you can catch Davey tonight
My friends, it's just me today in this week's episode, talking all about YOU. YOU can do big things in a small town. I'm so excited for the upcoming series we're sharing in April. The round about way I found this story is typical of how things get done in small towns! So, my brother Will is a construction manager in Waterloo, Iowa, and connected me with TLC (aka The Learning Center) an AMAZING childcare center in Charles City, Iowa. Pam Ost (who you'll meet in future episodes) saw a need in her community, had a vision for how to complete, found her people who could help, and connected her goals to the entire community. No, I didn't set her up for this, but she happened to follow my blueprint for getting things DONE in a small town. Now Charles City has an amazing childcare center in the works in a renovated historic building. Maybe you've been there. You've seen the cool old building in your downtown and thought “someone should really do something about that.” YOU are that SOMEONE! I'll share key takeaways from the episode below, but if you want to narrow it to one thing… “If we want really cool things in our small towns we have to be willing to do them.” - Melissa Nelson, Hungry Canyon Key Takeaways I share my blueprint for getting something to the finish line: Cast your vision, find your people, and connect our community. First, cast your vision! Thing globally and don't limit yourself! I mention an earlier episode with Callie Fitzgerald (one of our most downloaded to date!) where she was feeling conflicted imagining what is now Centrally Rooted. She sat down with a journal to sort out her thoughts and LITERALLY the NEXT DAY found the perfect building. DON'T limit yourself here! You can sort out budget and all that later. Dream BIG! THEN it's time to get serious. Seek out those people who can bring this vision to life. Me, I'm a good beginner. I'm not a details person. I'll make all the videos, do all the marketing, but cold calls for fundraising? No. Thank. You. Luckily there are folks who love behind the scenes work! Every project needs leaders, doers, finish liners, and key partners. It's those finish liners who keep dreamers like me on track! Put a PLAN together and market, market, MARKET! Obviously marketing is my jam, but it is seriously so important in small towns. That old building is someone's precious memory! You need a community to support your big idea! Get them on board. This episode is pretty short and sweet but it's leading up to a great series. Come on back next week! There's not a guest this week but I mention Pam Ost and The Learning Center in Charles City, Iowa and the parallels to our childcare center here in Cascade, Aquin Little Angels. Follow for More Follow Small-Minded on Instagram and Facebook Follow Molly Knuth Media on Instagram and Facebook For more about Social or Business School visit mollyknuthmedia.com/shop.
CoffeeTalk is kicking off 2022 with a conversation about a new opportunity for many farmers across the U.S.! Melissa Nelson, crop scientist, owner of Performance Crop Research and co-owner of South Bend Industrial Hemp. In this episode we're talking entrepreneurship, diversifying the farm for profitability and breaking down the stigma barriers for a new crop opportunity! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/agisuretrack-coffee-talk/message
Melissa Nelson is a partner in South Bend Industrial Hemp in Kansas. Melissa and her team are growing and processing industrial hemp into Shiv Hurd and Bast Fiber to support innovations in the building materials industry.
Bioneers: Revolution From the Heart of Nature | Bioneers Radio Series
"A worldview that understands indigeneity is a paradigm of regeneration, a worldview rooted in enduring values in what we call our original instructions, common themes of reciprocity, of gratitude, of responsibility, of generosity, of forgiveness, of humility, of courage, of sacrifice, and of course love. But these values are not just words, we need to live them." We're all indigenous to planet Earth, but we've not been acting that way. Cultural ecologist, indigenous scholar and activist Dr. Melissa K. Nelson reminds native and non-native peoples alike that we all need to re-indigenize ourselves by learning and practicing nature's operating instructions and the Original Instructions for how to be a human being. At this unprecedented moment of globalized environmental breakdown, it's going to take the best of Western science and the indigenous science of Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK) to navigate this evolutionary keyhole.
Hey guys! I'm back. If this is your first time welcome, and if you're returning, welcome back! I hope you enjoyed the couple of re-release episodes over the holiday. Today's episode is with Melissa Nelson from Hungry Canyon. We are talking about how she got started, and about child farm safety. This is such an important conversation to have- and I'm SO glad I came across Melissa's "Wait for Me" line because it opened up this opportunity to HAVE this conversation with someone who is really invested into promoting that safety through creativity. I hope that you enjoy the episode, and that you get to learn about Melissa, can support her business, and learn a little about safety too. You can find Melissa on Instagram as @hungrycanyon, on Facebook as @hungrycanyondesign, and on her website: https://www.hungrycanyondesign.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ranchcollective/support
In this episode of Startup Hustle, Heather Steppe and Melissa Nelson, Co-Founder of South Bend Industrial Hemp talk about hemp processing and its potential to disrupt the entire manufacturing industry. From medicine to paper, to building homes, how will hemp shape the future? Find Startup Hustle Everywhere: https://linktr.ee/startuphustle This episode is sponsored by Full Scale: https://fullscale.io/ Learn more about South Bend Industrial Hemp: https://www.southbendindustrialhemp.com/ Learn more about KC Hemp: https://kchempco.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week we're in Moville, Iowa (pop. 1,613) with Melissa Nelson of Hungry Canyon. Hungry Canyon is a farm and ranch-related greeting card business that got its start from a valentine Melissa made for her husband when they were dating in college. She shared the card on social media, and her designs have been in demand ever since. She also talks about the importance of ag education and how she built an ag education non-profit from the ground up, as well as how she juggles all of this along with farm life and a growing family. Melissa also has some great advice on being a newcomer to a small town and how to get involved. One last thing. With Valentine's Day just around the corner, you'll want to be sure to go check out the Hungry Canyon valentines. You'll love them, your kids will love them, and their friends will love them!Check out more on the blog.SHOW NOTES:Springfield, NebraskaMoville, IowaIowa Farm BureauSiouxland Agriculture in the ClassroomMorningside College Ag ProgramSioux City StockyardsWells Blue BunnySue Bee HoneySeaboard TriumphTysonKatie & Co.Pierson, IowaKingsley, IowaDanbury, IowaWoodbury County FairDine at the County LineKatie Pinke - Ag WeekCommon GroundInstagram: @hungrycanyonFacebook:@hungrycanyondesignWebsite: hungrycanyondesign.comFarm Kid Book List