Podcasts about mws

Douglas Barros, coordenador da linha de Piso, Bancada e MWS, e Renan Lopes, analista de marketing e vendas industrial da mesma linha, falam sobre as peculiaridades e aplicações dessa linha, muito presente em diversos segmentos e fases de vários processos produtivos Brasil e mundo afora.

World's Most Ethical Companies. And… see six companies that have been honored for 19 years! Plus, terrific alternative energy picks. By Ron Robins, MBA Transcript & Links, Episode 150, March 21, 2025 Hello, Ron Robins here. Welcome to my podcast episode 150, published March 21, 2025, titled “World's Most Ethical Companies. And...” It's presented by Investing for the Soul. Investingforthesoul.com is your site for vital global ethical and sustainable investing mentoring, news, commentary, information, and resources. Remember that you can find a full transcript and links to content – including stock symbols and bonus material – on this episode's podcast page at investingforthesoul.com/podcasts. Also, a reminder. I do not evaluate any of the stocks or funds mentioned in these podcasts, and I don't receive any compensation from anyone covered in these podcasts. Furthermore, I will reveal any investments I have in the investments mentioned herein. Additionally, quotes about individual companies are brief. Please go to this podcast's webpage for links to the articles and more company and stock information. ------------------------------------------------------------- World's Most Ethical Companies. And... Now, The 2025 World's Most Ethical Companies® listing by Ethisphere is where I'm beginning this podcast. It's always a great listing to review for ethical and sustainable investors. The following information is gleaned from Ethisphere's website and has been re-ordered for presentation here. Also, note that companies are not ranked. So, some quotes. “The World's Most Ethical Companies is an annual recognition… Earning this recognition involves a comprehensive application and evaluation of your Ethics and Compliance program through Ethisphere's proprietary Ethics Quotient® (EQ), which assesses a company's ethics and compliance program, culture, and governance practices. The listed 2025 World's Most Ethical Companies Honorees outperformed a comparable index of global companies by 7.8 percent from January 2020 to 2025. In 2025, 136 organizations are recognized for their unwavering commitment to business integrity. The honorees span 19 countries and 44 industries, and include 11 first-time honorees and 6 organizations that have been named to the honoree list 19 times, marking every year since its inception. The six organizations that have been recognized by Ethisphere as honorees for 19 consecutive years, since the inception of the World's Most Ethical Companies® list in 2007, are: Aflac (AFL), Ecolab (ECL), International Paper (IP), Kao Corporation (KAOOY), Milliken & Company (private), and PepsiCo (PEP).” End quotes. ------------------------------------------------------------- Alternative Energy Stocks (1) This next article takes us to our ethical and sustainable investors' favorite sector. It's titled 4 Alternative Energy Stocks to Buy Amid Growing Investment Trends. It's by Aparajita Dutta and seen on finance.yahoo.com, though originally published on zacks.com. Here are some quotes from her article on her picks. “1. OPAL Fuels Inc. (OPAL) Based in Boston, MA, the company is a vertically integrated renewable fuels platform involved in the production and distribution of renewable natural gas for the heavy-duty truck market… The company currently sports a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy). 2. Expand Energy Corporation (EXE) Based in Oklahoma City, OK, the company is an independent natural gas producer, principally in the United States… Expand Energy Corporation currently holds a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy).  3. Bloom Energy Corporation (BE) Based in San Jose, CA, the company generates and distributes renewable energy… The company currently carries a Zacks Rank #2.  4. Constellation Energy Corporation (CEG) Based in Baltimore, MD, the company provides electric power, natural gas and energy management services to 2 million customers across the continental United States… The company currently carries a Zacks Rank #2.” End quotes. ------------------------------------------------------------- Alternative Energy Stocks (2) Now another article on our top sector. It's titled Top 4 Wind Energy Stocks to Consider. It's by Avisekh Bhattacharjee and seen on finance.yahoo.com though again first published on zacks.com. Here are some quotes from the article by Mr. Bhattacharjee. “1. OGE Energy (OGE) is the largest electric utility in Oklahoma. The company has been investing steadily to expand its renewable generation assets. As of Dec. 31, 2024, the company owned the 120 megawatts (MW) Centennial, 101 MW OU Spirit and 228 MW Crossroads wind farms. This Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) company offers the Renewable Energy Credit purchase program, the Green Power Wind Rider and the Utility Solar Program, which are rate options that make renewable energy resources available as a voluntary option to all OG&E (wholly-owned subsidiary of OGE Energy) Oklahoma retail customers. 2. NextEra Energy (NEE) is a public utility holding company engaged in the generation, transmission, distribution and sale of electric energy. The company's competitive energy business NextEra Energy Resources LLC (“NEER”) is the world's leading generator of renewable energy from wind, based on 2024 MWh produced on a net generation basis… This Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) company's major capital projects continue to proceed as per plan and the addition of new renewable projects continues to boost its renewable portfolio. 3. American Electric Power Company (AEP) has been investing steadily to enhance its renewable generation portfolio. Exiting 2024, wind, hydro and solar energy represented 21% of American Electric's generating capacity compared with 4% in 2005… As of Sept. 30, 2024, this Zacks Rank #3 company received regulatory approvals from various state regulatory commissions to acquire approximately 2,505 MWs of owned renewable generation facilities for roughly $6 billion. 4. DTE Energy (DTE) The company aims to invest more than $11 billion in clean energy transition over the next 10 years. Through this solid investment, DTE Energy aims to add 1,000 megawatts (MW) of new wind and solar energy annually, powering approximately 5.5 million homes with renewable energy by 2042… This Zacks Rank #3 company plans to reduce carbon emissions of its electric utility operations by 65% in 2028, 85% in 2032 and 90% within 2040 from the 2005 levels.” End quotes. ------------------------------------------------------------- Alternative Energy Stocks (3) Again on the subject of alternative energy is this article titled 11 Best Alternative Energy Stocks to Buy Now. It's by Fahim Tahir and can be found on fool.com. Here's some of what Mr. Tahir says about each of his picks. “We first picked companies operating in the alternative energy sector with market capitalization surpassing the $5 billion mark… The shortlisted stocks were then ranked using Insider Monkey's Hedge Fund Database as of Q4 2024, as per the number of hedge funds invested in them. The companies with the highest hedge fund interest were ranked in ascending order… our research has shown that we can outperform the market by imitating the top stock picks of the best hedge funds. 11. Centrais Elétricas Brasileiras S.A. – Eletrobrás (NYSE:EBR) Number of Hedge Funds Holders: 28 [The company] is a top company in Brazil's power industry. [It] produces electricity using hydro, thermal, nuclear, wind, and solar energy sources. It holds operations of 44 hydroelectric plants, five thermal plants, and two nuclear plants, as well as an extensive transmission network of over 66,000 kilometers… [The company] is well-positioned to capitalize on Brazil's renewable energy expansion. 10. Ormat Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:ORA) Hedge Funds Holders: 28 Ormat Technologies, Inc. is one of the top players in the geothermal and renewable energy industry. The company operates assets globally, including the U.S., Indonesia, Kenya, Turkey and other international markets… Its strategy [is] to capitalize on the increasing clean energy demand, as well as its expertise in geothermal and energy storage. 9. Clearway Energy, Inc. (NYSE:CWEN) Hedge Funds Holders: 28 Clearway Energy, Inc. is a leader in clean energy with a diversified portfolio including wind, solar, and battery storage assets across the U.S. Its renewable energy capacity of around 9 GW plays an important role in its transition toward sustainable energy solutions… While investors must be wary of potential market variability, the company's strong fundamentals and dedication to clean energy expansion make it one of the Best Clean Energy Stocks. 8. Enphase Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ:ENPH) Hedge Funds Holders: 39 Enphase Energy, Inc. is one of the top global companies in microinverter-based solar and battery solutions, catering to residential and commercial demand globally. The company designs and manufactures advanced home energy systems, including IQ Microinverters, IQ Batteries, and energy management software, optimizing solar power usage and storage for homeowners. With its strong fundamentals and strategic partnerships, Enphase Energy, Inc. has the prospects of further growing its share price. 7. Nextracker Inc. (NASDAQ:NXT) Hedge Funds Holders: 41 Nextracker Inc. is one of the top providers of solar tracker and software solutions. The company focuses on energy production optimization for utility-scale solar projects globally. Its flagship products include NX Horizon and NX Horizon-XTR, enhancing solar efficiency through the adjustment of panel positioning based on site conditions… Its stock rose by 21.49% year-to-date, indicating investor confidence in its potential for growth. 6. NRG Energy, Inc. (NYSE:NRG) Hedge Funds Holders: 53 NRG Energy, Inc. is a dominant energy supplier in the U.S. and Canada, offering home services, power generation, and retail electricity. With a portfolio covering solar, natural gas, and battery storage solutions, the company runs across multiple segments, including East, West, Texas, and Vivint Smart Home. Furthermore, NRG Energy reinforced its dedication to shareholder value by increasing its quarterly dividend by 8% to $0.44 per share… NRG continues to remain strongly positioned to implement its prolonged growth strategy. 5. First Solar, Inc. (NASDAQ:FSLR) Hedge Funds Holders: 65 First Solar, Inc. is a top solar technology company, specializes in photovoltaic (PV) solar energy solutions. The company provides a lower-carbon alternative to conventional silicon-based modules as it manufactures thin-film cadmium telluride (CadTel) solar modules. First Solar caters to utilities, independent power producers, and commercial system owners, with operations spanning various international markets, including France, Chile, India, and the United States… First Solar, Inc. remains a key player in the renewable energy transition due to its innovative solar technology, firm market positions, and growing manufacturing footprint. 4. Talen Energy Corporation (NASDAQ:TLN) Hedge Funds Holders: 77 Talen Energy Corporation a stand-alone power producer and infrastructure company, sells and generates electricity across the United States. Talen Energy has a broad portfolio consisting of solar, fossil, nuclear, and coal power plants and is expanding its battery storage initiatives to solidify its clean energy transition… [The company] maintains its position as one of the best clean energy stocks and remains a prominent player in the evolving energy landscape with reaffirmed 2025 EBITDA guidance of up to $1.175 billion. 3. Constellation Energy Corporation (NASDAQ:CEG) Hedge Funds Holders: 85 Constellation Energy Corporation a prominent producer of emissions-free energy, provides nuclear, hydro, wind, natural gas, and solar power across the U.S. The company is at the front line of the clean energy transition with a generating capacity of 31,676 megawatts. Its position among the best clean energy stocks is strengthened by its robust financial growth and strategic investments… The company continues to lead the clean energy sector with major investments in solar, wind, hydroelectric power, and nuclear, and a strategic expansion plan. 2. GE Vernova Inc. (NYSE:GEV) Hedge Funds Holders: 111 GE Vernova Inc. an international energy company, offers a variety of products and services for electricity generation, transmission, and storage. The company functions through three segments: Power, Wind, and Electrification. Wind segments focus on onshore and offshore wind turbines, whereas the Power segment centers around gas, hydro, nuclear, and steam technologies. The Electrification segment, on the other hand, facilitates grid solutions, solar, storage, and electrification software… GE Vernova remains one of the best clean energy stocks for prolonged growth with its robust financial performance and continued investments in clean energy. 1. Vistra Corp. (NYSE:VST) Hedge Funds Holders: 120 Vistra Corp. a prominent integrated retail electricity and power generation company, continues to diversify its clean energy portfolio while retaining robust financial performance. Vistra Corp. is strategically positioned to meet the increasing demand for sustainable power solutions in the U.S. with a diverse generation capacity of nearly 41,000 megawatts.” End quotes. ------------------------------------------------------------- Additional article links 1. Title: Watch Faith-Based Investing on bloomberg.com. 2. Title: Investing in Nature: How Natural Capital Delivers Strong, Stable Returns on dividend.com. By Aaron Levitt. 3. Title: 7 Green Investments to Transform Your Retirement Funds on moneytalksnews.com. By MTN Staff. 4. Title: Explore These 30 Leading Water Funds and Water Stocks in the US and Europe on morningstar.com. By Boya Wang and Hortense Bioy. ------------------------------------------------------------- Ending Comment These are my top news stories with their stock and fund tips for this podcast, “World's Most Ethical Companies. And...” Please click the like and subscribe buttons wherever you download or listen to this podcast. That helps bring these podcasts to others like you. And please click the share buttons to share this podcast with your friends and family. Let's promote ethical and sustainable investing as a force for hope and prosperity in these troubled times! Contact me if you have any questions. Thank you for listening. I'll talk to you next on April 4th. Bye for now.   © 2025 Ron Robins, Investing for the Soul

Hello wine friends and welcome back! In this special episode, we sit down with the incredible Amanda Barnes, award-winning wine journalist and newly minted Master of Wine—one of only 425 in the world! As the author of The South American Wine Guide, Amanda is an expert on the region's vibrant wine scene.   You can buy here book HERE I'm excited to interview Amanda because passing the Master of Wine exams is an incredible achievement. These exams are famously tough, requiring deep knowledge, sharp tasting skills, and relentless dedication. This episode celebrates Amanda's success, starting with her journey—her challenges, discoveries, and advice for anyone pursuing their goals, whether in wine or another passion. The first 24 minutes focus on Amanda's story, including practical tips on blind tasting, refining your palate, and effective study methods. Since this episode aligns with International Women's Day on March 8th, we also spotlight trailblazing South American women winemakers. Starting at the 24-minute mark, Amanda, an expert in South American wines, highlights a few names you need to know—Susana Balbo, Agus Hanna (Bodega Ruca Malen), and Emily Faulkner (Viña Carmen). She also shares some great-value South American wines to try and explains how soil types shape their flavors. I hope this episode inspires you and offers a deeper look at the wine world and the people pushing its boundaries. Enjoy the stories and the learning. Cheers! I'm proud to be working with Drinklusive—the drink industry's first-ever inclusivity mentorship program founded by Aidy Smith, and The Three Drinkers, and supported by Jancis Robinson, the Gérard Basset Foundation, and WSET. It's all about giving underrepresented voices a platform in the drinks world. If you're in the UK, applications are open now - CLICK HERE!   If you want to skip ahead: 03.12: The difficulty of the MW qualification 06.04: How the pandemic interrupted Amanda's studies and preparation 07.18: The grueling MW exam process and the sacrifices required 08.07:  Breaking down the MW theory papers, covering viticulture, winemaking, and business 09.44: The blind tasting exam and analyzing structure over simple identification 10.28: The importance of writing detailed tasting notes during exams 12.07: Giving up alcohol and how that benefits sharpening your palette  14.23: Why acidity, tannins, and alcohol levels are more reliable indicators than fruit flavors 16.19: The differences between tasting for exams and tasting for enjoyment 17.08: Why classic regions like Burgundy were Amanda's biggest challenge in the MW 19.27: Learning classic regions through conversations with winemakers and experts 22.38: The importance of making wine education enjoyable 24.04: How friendships and study groups helped the MW journey 27.53: How Susana Balbo broke barriers as Argentina's first female winemaker 29.42: Susana's contributions beyond winemaking, including her role in politics 31.10: Introducing rising star winemakers, including Agus Hanna (Bodega Ruca Malen) and Emily Faulkner (Viña Carmen) 32.58: Emily Faulkner's impact on Chilean winemaking 34.36: The evolution of female leadership in South American wineries 36.14: How female MWs, including Jancis Robinson MW and Rosemary George MW, supported Amanda 38.42: Mentorship in the wine industry 41.52: Recommendations of great-value South American wines, including Criolla Grande from Bodega Niven 42.18: Bodega Crusat traditional method sparkling wines from Mendoza 43.20: Chilean Cinsault from Itata - an affordable, high-quality wine 43.35: A los Viñateros Bravos lead by soil geek Leo Erazo 45.21: How soil influences wine and how to identify the signature traits of granite soils in wine 46.37: Exploring soil types to improve your tasting skills   Any thoughts or questions, do email me: janina@eatsleepwinerepeat.co.uk Or contact me on Instagram @eatsleep_winerepeat If you fancy watching some videos on my youtube channel: Eat Sleep Wine Repeat Or come say hi at www.eatsleepwinerepeat.co.uk Until next time, Cheers to you!   ---------------------------------------------- ---------------------------------------------- THE EAT SLEEP WINE REPEAT PODCAST HAS BEEN FEATURED IN DECANTER MAGAZINE, RADIO TIMES AND FEED SPOT AS THE 6TH BEST UK WINE MAKING PODCAST.  

Introduction Why is the Languedoc a hotbed of experimentation, and what does that mean for the wines you drink? What role have white and rosé wines played in the transformation of the Languedoc wine scene? What prompted the shift from mass-produced table wines to higher-quality appellation wines in Languedoc? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I'm chatting with author Rosemary George. You can find the wines we discussed at https://www.nataliemaclean.com/winepicks   Giveaway Two of you are going to win a copy of her terrific book, Wines of the Languedoc. To qualify, all you have to do is email me at natalie@nataliemaclean.com and let me know that you've posted a review of the podcast. I'll choose two people randomly from those who contact me. Good luck!   Highlights How did the Languedoc's appellations come to be and why were they relatively late to the game? Why is ​the Languedoc a hotbed of experimentation, and what does that mean for the wines you drink? How did the monastic houses contribute to winemaking in the Languedoc region? What is the historical significance of the Canal du Midi? Which Languedoc food and wine pairings should you try? What role have white and Rosé wines played in the transformation of the Languedoc wine scene? What prompted the shift from mass-produced table wines to higher-quality appellation wines in Languedoc? How has the introduction of clay amphorae and concrete eggs influenced Languedoc winemaking? What changes does Rosemary expect to see in the region over the next 5-10 years? How can you make the most out of a visit to the Languedoc region? Which Languedoc wine would Rosemary pair with her favourite childhood food, baked beans? Why would Rosemary love to be able to share a bottle of wine with author Jane Austen?   Key Takeaways As Rosemary explains, the Languedoc has far fewer rules and higher yields than other appellations or regions in France. People who don't want to conform to the rules can try different grape varieties. They also have the broad designation of Vin de France that allows for just about anything you want to do. It's the reputation of your name that sells your wine. She believes that Vin de France in the Languedoc from a grove with a certain reputation is going to be interesting. You may not like it, but there will be a reason why it's not conforming, for whatever reason. So that's interesting. Rosemary observes that the Languedoc produces twice as much Rosé as Provence. It's a large area, whereas Provence is quite small in comparison. Provence tends to produce very pale roses, and those specializing in rosé are quite special. White wines originally weren't important in the Languedoc, and the early appellations were red. But regions like Saint-Chinian and Faugères now produce white white wines in designated areas that weren't recognized until 2004. Rosemary believes that it was probably the falling consumption of wine in France that prompted higher quality wines. When France used to drink a phenomenal amount of wine per capita, wine was produced by cooperatives aiming at bulk production. However, growers leaving the cooperatives want to do something more individual. They recognized they had some really good vineyard land. Some of the pioneers of quality included Gerard Bertrand, who started aging wine in barrels. That sort of snowballed. Newcomers are attracted to the area because land prices are not that expensive so you can buy vineyards. You can't do that in Chablis.   About Rosemary George MW Rosemary George has been in the wine industry for 52 years. She passed the prestigious Master of Wine exam in 1979, making her one of the first female MWs in the world. In 1981, she started writing about wine as a freelancer and has subsequently authored fourteen books, including those on New Zealand, Tuscany, Chablis, Faugeres, the Languedoc and Roussillon.         To learn more, visit https://www.nataliemaclean.com/325.

What makes the Languedoc particularly well-suited for organic viticulture? How have the wines of the Languedoc evolved since the 70s? How do the wines of the Languedoc region of southern France differ from neighbouring Roussillon? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I'm chatting with Rosemary George You can find the wines we discussed at https://www.nataliemaclean.com/winepicks   Giveaway Two of you are going to win a copy of her terrific book, Wines of the Languedoc. To qualify, all you have to do is email me at natalie@nataliemaclean.com and let me know that you've posted a review of the podcast. I'll choose two people randomly from those who contact me. Good luck!   Highlights What was it like becoming one of the first women to earn the Master of Wine designation? How did Rosemary's journey into wine writing begin? What inspired Rosemary's initial fascination with the Languedoc region? What do you need to know about the Languedoc region in terms of geography and how it fits into the bigger picture of French wine? Why is the Languedoc particularly well suited to organic viticulture? How does Rosemary's book, Wines of the Languedoc, compare to other books about the region? What are the classic grape varieties and wines of the Languedoc? How does the Garrigue influence Languedoc wines? How does the Languedoc's maritime climate compare to other wine regions in France? What are the key distinctions between the Languedoc and Roussillon regions? Who are some of the more interesting winemakers that Rosemary has met in the Languedoc? How are Languedoc winemakers responding to new challenges due to climate change?   Key Takeaways As Rosemary notes, the Languedoc has a lot of advantages for organic viticulture, especially the winds. So if it rains, the winds dry everything up pretty quickly. Rot is not usually a problem in the Languedoc. She adds that vintages are becoming more irregular than they were, but certainly it's a lot easier to be organic in the Languedoc than it is in say Chablis. In the Languedoc, for red wine, Rosemary says, you have Grenache, Mourvèdre, Syrah, Carignan and Cinsault. Syrah and Mourvèdre were grape varieties that were planted in the 70s, 80s. It's what they called the cépages améliorateurs, the improving grape varieties. It was thought the Carignan needed to have something else added to it. Now, I think there's a trend. People realize how good Carignan is, especially with climate change coming into effect. It will make some really good wine. There's a bit of spice, bit of red fruit, there's a bit of freshness, there's some acidity and as well as tannin. The Languedoc region of southern France and neighbouring Roussillon are completely different, Rosemary observes, because Roussillon was part of Spain until the Treaty of the Pyrenees. They see themselves as Northern Catalonia. The Pyrenees for Roussillon is a unifying thing, and it does not divide them from Spain, it unites them. Whereas Languedoc speaks Occitan, and it has a different history. And the wine makes them different because the key grape variety of Roussillon is Grenache, and that was also used for Vin Doux Naturel, fortified wines that like Banyuls and Maury and Rivesaltes. They're matured in barrel and last for for years. One of the great wines in the world and totally underappreciated. The Languedoc doesn't have that tradition to the same extent.   About Rosemary George MW Rosemary George has been in the wine industry for 52 years. She passed the prestigious Master of Wine exam in 1979, making her one of the first female MWs in the world. In 1981, she started writing about wine as a freelancer and has subsequently authored fourteen books, including those on New Zealand, Tuscany, Chablis, Faugeres, the Languedoc and Roussillon.         To learn more, visit https://www.nataliemaclean.com/324.

Enrick and Peter talk the Libertadores and Sudamericana Final as well as MWs 35 and 36! Congratulations to Botafogo and their supporters! Follow us on Twitter! @TheSmokingSnk @enrick_1011 @santosfc_ingles

Oh boy. This week's guest almost sends the fellas into total fanboy mode. Michael W. Smith is a certified CCM legend who has sold more than 18 million albums, won 45 Dove awards, and written 31 No. 1 songs. Dave and Jon talk to “Smitty” about getting used to fame, how to keep a marriage together for 40 years, and a life-changing encounter at Best Buy. Also, MWS commits to a backyard jam session at Dave's place. WE HAVE IT ON TAPE! Join us at http://dadville.substack.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

MWS

This week Sam updates you on a new crop of MWs, the elevation of Criolla Chica by Argentina's National Viticulture Institute, hail in the Aude (Ode), the start of harvest in Crimea and Greece, and a new report from the IWSR looking at growth markets for alcohol. Read the transcript of this article at https://www.jancisrobinson.com/articles/new-mws-criolla-chica-promoted-aude-hail-growth-markets-beverage-alcohol.

Penn State Extension's Master Watershed Stewards program celebrated its tenth anniversary last year. PEC's Derek Maiolo, a member of the most recent cohort to complete MWS training, shares his experience in the program.

This is the season of Black Comix Summer... Get your mind right...01. My Year feat. De La Soul, Pharoahe Monch, Rasheed Chappell, & Corey Glover - Da Beatminerz02. Little Foot Big Foot feat. Young Nudy - Childish Gambino03. Yeah Yeah feat. Karriem Riggins, & Kameron Corvet - Slum Village04. Do I Fit In Here? (prod. Dj Jazzy Jeff) - VO2k TV05. Mood For You feat. MC Lyte - Lalah Hathaway06. Brutal Funk (MWS Mix) - Smudge All Stars, MWS, Culture Club07. Westside feat. Jay Worthy - DāM FunK & DRAM08. Saturday Night Special feat. Rick Ross, Fat Joe (prod. Q-Tip) - LL COOL J09. All Kind Of Ideas - Common & Pete Rock10. I Love This Feeling - Nas11. UH! - Little BrotherBack these Black Comix Kickstarter campaigns today!Epiphany Engine: http://kck.st/3VvUxmjAfroFutures Magazine: http://kck.st/3xuvDeMThe Horsemen: Mark of the Cloven Vol. 02: http://kck.st/45PwJOV

On this episode #MWS tries to carry on with "The Debate Show" & debating "Clarissa" but the thought is "Stephy" being on life support after miraculousy giving birth to her 10th child named "Godfrey". The debate ladies gets too emotional. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stephlittunapologetic/message

TM&TM Langham are 15 Does the child of two MWs become an MW cubed?  What should you have at Cobham services? Why are there so many Starbucks at service stations out west? Why are the boys in the Langham disgorging hall? What is the ethos at Langham and why is it so special?  All will be explained in this one-off special episode to celebrate the 15th anniversary of Langham, featuring the second-youngest head winemaker in the country, Tommy "Bloody" Grimshaw. #EnglishWine #LanghamWine #15thAnniversary #TommyGrimshaw #WineMaker #CobhamServices

Mr. Nolen is a Director of Business Development – Renewables at Farnsworth Group, with a background in renewable energy project development. Jeremy has worked with clients for the last decade through funding/financing, system design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and ongoing maintenance. He has experience with over 250+ projects totaling 30+ MWs across the United States. The industries served for these projects include utilities, municipalities, commercial, industrial, healthcare, federal/state, K-12 schools, and higher education facilities. Jeremy focuses on a client's energy transition towards a more sustainable environment.Our services for both our clients and candidates can be found below✔️For Employers: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/for-employers/✔️For Candidates: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/career-opportunities/✔️Consulting: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/consulting-services/✔️Executive Search: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/executive-search/Nenni and Associates on Social Media:► Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nenni-and-associates/► Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nenniandassoc/► Email Listing: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/join-email-list/► Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NenniAssociates

**NEW EDIT - THIS ONE WORKS**ACTION NEWS!!! Is your source for news on the #Bitcoin mining scene! Statistics, #Bitcoinmining news, energy market alpha, comedy relief and as always, witty banter between Jon and Max. Gear Up!! Ungovernable Misfits style! Sun's Out! Guns Out! Get you FAFO T-Shirt here.Intro Music: Husker Du - Divide and ConquerIn this episode we deep dive into Statistics, particularly cost to mine statistics, read another excellent Bitcoin Bugle Article, get an energy lesson from Bassload, and get skinny on the mining industry from Altair. We also cover self-appointed Bitcoin saviors who no one wants or asked for. BIP-47 is alive and well, PayNyms still work! Powerful forces of seek to divide and conquer, not just factions within the Bitcoin and Sovereignty communities, but humanity. Resist these physical and spiritual attacks with knowledge!We begin this episode as we do all shows, by communicating with all of you via podcasting 2.0 boosts. Be sure to Boost on the podcasting 2.0 app of your choice. At Ungovernable Misfits we offer a feature rich podcasting 2.0 experience.Lincoin Mining brings you Statistics like: global hashrate, hash price, hash value, tx fees, and more. Lincoin has made some changes to their payout structures. Minimum payout is now .0001 for lightning and .005 for on chain, make changes as necessary. The statistics section of this episode of intense, best to listen with a pencil, paper, and calculator in hand. Operating a 1PH bitcoin mining setup, focusing solely on electricity costs at a rate of $0.07 per kWh, requires 20 kW of power, resulting in a daily electricity expense of $33. This generates $50 in Bitcoin daily, leading to a profit of $16.40 per day or approximately $500 per month, excluding significant additional costs for equipment and containers. Listen for even more cost to mine breakdown. We also breakdown an off-grid solar mining setup with data received from a Pleb who is trying it, $8,500, including panels, control box, batteries, a tracker, and mining hardware. Despite these investments, the system, with limited 33% uptime, generates approximately $100 per month in Bitcoin, with 2-year monthly loan expenses of $350 at best. Mining has its challenges, and we feature this cost to mine breakdown in order to give listeners a better understanding of the operational costs of various scale and type of mining operations. ACTION NEWS!!! Has ACTION PACKED SponsorsBifrost ManufacturingAltair Bitcoin Mining Solutions use promo code: UNGOVERNABLELake Satoshi Bitcoin Beach RetreatJon reviews an article by Richard Greaser of the Bitcoin Bugle Mass Non-Compliance Erupts Wait Until the People Who Just Want to Comply and Be Left Alone Get Involved. This Bugle article has been brought to you by your friends at PODCONF. PSA Ungovernable Misfits is NOT PODCONF approved, we encourage you to tune into PODCONF approved podcasts like “What the Bitcoins do” “Why We are Bullshit” and the “Swan News Happy Hour” We at PODCONF boast a growing list of PODCONF approved and trained journalists like Natalie Brunells, Stephan Librara, and Pete Rizzler, who are guaranteed to provide accurate, peer reviewed, and compliant Bitcoin content, free of disinformation. Continued listening to non PODCONF approved pods like Ungovernable Misfits may cause the following side effects: restlessness, curiosity, skepticism, autonomy, sovereignty, defiance, kinship, competence, proficiency, enlightenment, wisdom, self-determination, and overall…nonconformity. At PODCONF, we only want the best for you, and the Children, as we believe, they are the future.Altair gives us the skinny on the mining industry: Square is entering the Bitcoin mining ASIC space, challenging industry leaders like Bitmain and Whatsminer by announcing their own ASIC chip designs, potentially increasing competition as well-capitalized players like Sealminer and Block enter the market.Bitcoin Bassload Update – Don't Believe the HYPE!Building power plants is a massive undertaking, moving from concept and design to operational phases. It's crucial to understand that requesting MWs and actually receiving them are completely different, necessitating new rate classifications. Despite an ISO having 175,000 MW of solar ready to integrate, grid realities mean only about 25% of that can actually be utilized. Interconnection queues are also typically oversubscribed, not all projects make it through. This complexity makes it essential to ask hard questions and understand the fundamental physics involved.Be sure to visit UngovernableMisfits.com for more writings and to catch up on past articles.We Ungovernable Misfits, bound by themes like autonomy, self-reliance, and skepticism of authority, face external forces that use these traits to divide and weaken us, employing tactics of discord to dilute our collective resolve. Recognizing these divisive strategies is crucial as they are maneuvers by those who fear our individual sovereignty and seek to undermine our commitment to freedom.See you next time! F@%CKERS!!!Thanks for listening you Ungovernable Misfits, we appreciate your continued support and hope you enjoy the shows.You can support this episode using your time, talent or treasure. TIME:- create fountain clips for the show- create a meetup- help boost the signal on social mediaTALENT:- create ungovernable misfit inspired art, animation or music- design or implement some software that can make the podcast better- use whatever talents you have to make a contribution to the show!TREASURE:- BOOST IT on the Podcasting 2.0 apps (https://podcastapps.com)- STREAM SATS- DONATE via Paynym @ https://paynym.is/+maxbuybit (MAX)- DONATE via Paynym @ http://paynym.is/+weatheredthunder791 (JON)- BUY SOME CLOTHING @ https://ungovernablemisfits.com/store/(00:00:00) Welcome Mi Familia

MWS

Deadly family secrets, uncontrollable urges, and an insatiable need to scratch that lethal itch. We've all felt it, whether we like to admit it or not. The world is about to witness firsthand how destructively intoxicating true crime can be. Crowds swarm outside Murder, We Spoke's studio as they record their final episode with Something Fishy. They want more blood, more death, more Murder, We Spoke. Meanwhile, AJ and Bailey find themselves between an arsonist and her lighter. Cres always said, that if anyone was going to destroy the studio, it would be her, on her terms. This is it – Murder, We Spoke's last chance to go down in history (or up in flames) as the most infamous true crime podcast streaming today. Murder, We Spoke is a podcast in a podcast in a podcast. The series dives into people's obsession with true crime and satirizes the true crime culture. This dark comedy series asks listeners to consider, how far would they go for fame. Visit: www.murderwespoke.com for transcripts of every episode Follow Murder, We Spoke on: Facebook Instagram: @murderwespokepodcast Produced by Tantrum East Theatre Written by Rachel Bykowski Directed by Lila Rachel Becker Sound Designer: Derek A. Graham Sound Technician: Thomas Daniels Stage Manager: Olivia Tymon Featuring the talents of: Mary Glen Frederick Maria Fernanda Diez Hannah Karpenko Luli Gomez Teruel Tom Morin Jenna Zhu Lisa Bol Thomas Daniels Special thanks to: A. R. T. New YorkThe New York Council on the ArtsKaren HammondAmanda BrummundJosh PritchardKelly FlorenceNina FieldLaakan McHardyAlice WuRachel MockCarter CaldwellAlycia KunkleLiat GrafandTracey Greenwood

This is the WQA podcast from the Water Quality Association, the leading voice of the water treatment industry. https://wqa.org Also, we now feature these podcasts on our WQA YouTube channel. Go to youtube.com/@waterqualityassociationvideos. In this episode, we feature highlights from the Keynote Session at the WQA Convention & Exposition. We'll hear from WQA Chief Operating Officer Tom Bruursema, who kicked off the Keynote Session, followed by Amanda Moore, CWS, the 2023-24 WQA President, and finally, we'll hear from Bret Tangley, MWS, president of the Water Quality Research Foundation.

A crossoverben utazó MWS tavaly jelentette meg (újra)visszatérő lemezét, The Final Spark címmel. Erről, az underground helyzetéről és még sok egyébről beszélgettem a zenekar frontemberével. Vendégem: - Both András (ének) Ha megrendelnéd a CD-t: https://konyvbagoly.hu/metal/93890-cd-mws-the-final-spark-9008798559480.html MWS a Facebookon: https://www.facebook.com/mwsband Ric$ a Facebookon: https://facebook.com/szenegetorichard Ric$ blogja: https://ricsandgreen.hu Ha bármi észrevétel, hozzáfűznivaló, témaötlet van, azt a rics@ricsandgreen.hu címre küldhetitek! Ha szeretnéd, hogy több videó készüljön, akkor támogasd a csatornát a https://patreon.com/ricscast oldalon, használd a "köszönet" gombot, vagy vásárolj pólós csomagot a Facebook oldalamon! Ha szeretnéd hamarabb megnézni a videókat, válaszd a csatornatagságot! Köszönöm! Felvétel, mastering: Faragó Sztivi István - Carver Recording https://facebook.com/CarverRecording Intro zene: Fellegi Ádám Intro hangok: Lukács László, Fejes Tamás, Sidi, Big Daddy L, Juhász Marci, Paddy

The day is finally here. The moment all Homicidettes have been waiting for. The day of “The Event.” Murder, We Spoke returns to the airwaves for their final episode. Something Fishy managed to get the trio out of prison and back to their old studio for a special live finale they do not want to miss. Murder, We Spoke is a podcast in a podcast in a podcast. The series dives into people's obsession with true crime and satirizes the true crime culture. This dark comedy series asks listeners to consider, how far would they go for fame. Visit: www.murderwespoke.com for transcripts of every episode Follow Murder, We Spoke on: Facebook Instagram: @murderwespokepodcast Produced by Tantrum East Theatre Written by Rachel Bykowski Directed by Lila Rachel Becker Sound Designer: Derek A. Graham Sound Technician: Thomas Daniels Stage Manager: Olivia Tymon Featuring the talents of: Mary Glen Frederick Maria Fernanda Diez Hannah Karpenko Luli Gomez Teruel Tom Morin Jenna Zhu Lisa Bol Thomas Daniels Special thanks to: A. R. T. New YorkThe New York Council on the ArtsKaren HammondAmanda BrummundJosh PritchardKelly FlorenceNina FieldLaakan McHardyAlice WuRachel MockCarter CaldwellAlycia KunkleLiat GrafandTracey Greenwood

MWS

2019AJ and Bailey are getting the Murder, We Spoke trio out of prison. Well, temporarily. Bernie negotiates the terms of the trio's temporary release to record the grand, live finale Something Fishy has been promising their listeners.  Bernie promises to give AJ and Bailey what they want – the answer to what happened to Roger Atwood (The Missing). 2015Paula has been making promises herself. She sits in the police station next to Atwood. Will she confess and turn her back on Murder, We Spoke, or is the lion toying with her prey?Murder, We Spoke is a podcast in a podcast in a podcast. The series dives into people's obsession with true crime and satirizes the true crime culture. This dark comedy series asks listeners to consider, how far would they go for fame. Visit: www.murderwespoke.com for transcripts of every episode Follow Murder, We Spoke on: Facebook Instagram: @murderwespokepodcast Produced by Tantrum East Theatre Written by Rachel Bykowski Directed by Lila Rachel Becker Sound Designer: Derek A. Graham Sound Technician: Thomas Daniels Stage Manager: Olivia Tymon Featuring the talents of: Mary Glen Frederick Maria Fernanda Diez Hannah Karpenko Luli Gomez Teruel Tom Morin Jenna Zhu Lisa Bol Thomas Daniels Special thanks to: A. R. T. New YorkThe New York Council on the ArtsKaren HammondAmanda BrummundJosh PritchardKelly FlorenceNina FieldLaakan McHardyAlice WuRachel MockCarter CaldwellAlycia KunkleLiat GrafandTracey Greenwood

MWS

2019Bailey and AJ get their last opportunity to speak with Cres. This is it. Will Cres finally give Something Fishy the ending they've been waiting for? Wil Cres tell them what happened to Roger Atwood back in 2015? Are Bailey and AJ willing to do whatever it takes to get that confession? Just a little spark in the right place is all it takes. Murder, We Spoke is a podcast in a podcast in a podcast. The series dives into people's obsession with true crime and satirizes the true crime culture. This dark comedy series asks listeners to consider, how far would they go for fame. Visit: www.murderwespoke.com for transcripts of every episode Follow Murder, We Spoke on: Facebook Instagram: @murderwespokepodcast Produced by Tantrum East Theatre Written by Rachel Bykowski Directed by Lila Rachel Becker Sound Designer: Derek A. Graham Sound Technician: Thomas Daniels Stage Manager: Olivia Tymon Featuring the talents of: Mary Glen Frederick Maria Fernanda Diez Hannah Karpenko Luli Gomez Teruel Tom Morin Jenna Zhu Lisa Bol Thomas Daniels Special thanks to: A. R. T. New YorkThe New York Council on the ArtsKaren HammondAmanda BrummundJosh PritchardKelly FlorenceNina FieldLaakan McHardyAlice WuRachel MockCarter CaldwellAlycia KunkleLiat GrafandTracey Greenwood

MWS

2019AJ and Bailey are desperate. They need to keep their promise to their listeners and close the case on Roger Atwood, but their leads have run cold. Pushed into a corner, Bailey decides to do whatever it takes to get their next episode and give the trio whatever they want. 2015Speaking of Roger, Paula is determined to maintain control and confronts Roger over his little gun stunt at Lunar Legs. Roger has been lying low. Terrified of the police on his tail. He tells Paula he's going to turn himself in and offers Paula a deal of a lifetime. If she chooses him, he will make her the biggest star the Chicago theatre has ever seen. All she has to do is turn her back on Bernie, Cres, and the podcast. Murder, We Spoke is a podcast in a podcast in a podcast. The series dives into people's obsession with true crime and satirizes the true crime culture. This dark comedy series asks listeners to consider, how far would they go for fame. Visit: www.murderwespoke.com for transcripts of every episode Follow Murder, We Spoke on: Facebook Instagram: @murderwespokepodcast Produced by Tantrum East Theatre Written by Rachel Bykowski Directed by Lila Rachel Becker Sound Designer: Derek A. Graham Sound Technician: Thomas Daniels Stage Manager: Olivia Tymon Featuring the talents of: Mary Glen Frederick Maria Fernanda Diez Hannah Karpenko Luli Gomez Teruel Tom Morin Jenna Zhu Lisa Bol Thomas Daniels Special thanks to: A. R. T. New YorkThe New York Council on the ArtsKaren HammondAmanda BrummundJosh PritchardKelly FlorenceNina FieldLaakan McHardyAlice WuRachel MockCarter CaldwellAlycia KunkleLiat GrafandTracey Greenwood

MWS

2019Something Fishy gives us a view into Paula's past and her relationship with her father. All six-year-old Paula wants is McDonalds and to make her daddy happy. All her daddy wants is for Paula to be a lion. 2015In a different timeline, the Murder, We Spoke trio deals with the aftermath of the Lunar Legs robbery and Bernie's new “personality.” Something is different about Bernie. She's bolder and thirsty for fame. The trio's bonds are tested when they receive an influx of listeners all thanks to Bernie putting Murder, We Spoke in the spotlight. Murder, We Spoke is a podcast in a podcast in a podcast. The series dives into people's obsession with true crime and satirizes the true crime culture. This dark comedy series asks listeners to consider, how far would they go for fame. Visit: www.murderwespoke.com for transcripts of every episode Follow Murder, We Spoke on: Facebook Instagram: @murderwespokepodcast Produced by Tantrum East Theatre Written by Rachel Bykowski Directed by Lila Rachel Becker Sound Designer: Derek A. Graham Sound Technician: Thomas Daniels Stage Manager: Olivia Tymon Featuring the talents of: Mary Glen Frederick Maria Fernanda Diez Hannah Karpenko Luli Gomez Teruel Tom Morin Jenna Zhu Lisa Bol Thomas Daniels Special thanks to: A. R. T. New YorkThe New York Council on the ArtsKaren HammondAmanda BrummundJosh PritchardKelly FlorenceNina FieldLaakan McHardyAlice WuRachel MockCarter CaldwellAlycia KunkleLiat GrafandTracey Greenwood

MWS

Today we were thrilled to welcome our good friend Pat Wood, CEO of Hunt Energy Network. Pat's extensive career in power and energy includes serving as Chairman of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and Chairman of the Public Utility Commission of Texas during the administration of President George W. Bush. Additionally, he has held several independent director and advisor roles in solar, power, and utility-related organizations. Pat is also a civil engineer Aggie who went and got a Harvard law degree. Perhaps that's why he calls himself an armadillo – someone who likes the middle of the road! Under Pat's leadership, Hunt Energy Network has deployed a portfolio of distributed power assets across Texas. The organization aims to reach a portfolio of 1,000 MWs of batteries and peaker generation attached to the ERCOT grid by 2026. It was our pleasure to host Pat and hear insights from his unique perspective as a former regulator turned industry executive. Pat first provides background on the Hunt Energy Network, the organization's focus on decentralized power solutions including battery deployment and peaker generation, and the role of gas peaker plants in the energy grid to meet sudden spikes in demand. Pat shares his perspective on the complexities and challenges of managing energy infrastructure, the transition from a regulated utility business to a market-driven approach during his tenure at the PUC, the historical context of power prices, the role of subsidies and ongoing debate surrounding their effectiveness, and the need for innovative thinking and proactive measures to address growing demand for electricity. We touch on market approaches to integrating new technologies into the energy sector, the importance of having a diverse portfolio of power-generating technologies to meet future demands, economic implications of energy policy decisions, the effectiveness of market-driven approaches versus government-led initiatives in shaping energy systems, investing in cybersecurity and grid resilience to protect against potential threats, and much more. Before we wrapped up, we talked about states and countries around the world and the building blocks of getting power policy right. Overall, Pat did exactly what we really needed today as he supplied plenty of optimism and humor in an area (power) lacking in both these days. For some additional power thinking, please click here for a chart Pat provided showing estimated US energy sources, consumption, and “lost energy” from 2021. Mike Bradley kicked off the show by noting this week was a relatively light week for economic stats, with the PCE deflator release being the only real stat that traders seemed focused on. Broader markets continue to set new weekly highs but could lose some trading momentum in coming weeks given that Q4 earnings (especially AI and Big Tech) are essentially done. On the crude oil market front, he highlighted that WTI (~$79/bbl) is trading at the upper-end of its recent 3–4-month trading range despite large U.S. crude oil inventory builds from historically low seasonal refining runs, but that it will reverse in coming weeks. He noted that physical crude markets have tightened as WTI crude oil time spreads have moved into steep backwardation, and are now trading at levels last seen in October 2023, when WTI price was trading at ~$90/bbl. He flagged that nat gas prompt price has completely reversed gains post Chesapeake Energy's production cut announcement last week and that the 12-month natural gas strip has rallied, since that announcement, on an expectation that 2024 lower-48 natural gas production will be several bcf per day lower heading into summer. In energy news, he noted energy sector Q4 reporting was essentially complete and also noted another mid-sized E&P merger announcement from last week. He wrapped by h

2019Something Fishy takes us back to a grade school classroom in 1991. Here, we meet a quiet, introverted, eight-year-old Cres and discover her addiction to fire.2015Meanwhile, the Murder, We Spoke story continues to unfold. Bernie's actions from episode two have bonded the trio together whether they like it or not.Murder, We Spoke is a podcast in a podcast in a podcast. The series dives into people's obsession with true crime and satirizes the true crime culture. This dark comedy series asks listeners to consider, how far would they go for fame. Visit: www.murderwespoke.com for transcripts of every episode Follow Murder, We Spoke on: Facebook Instagram: @murderwespokepodcast Produced by Tantrum East Theatre Written by Rachel Bykowski Directed by Lila Rachel Becker Sound Designer: Derek A. Graham Sound Technician: Thomas Daniels Stage Manager: Olivia Tymon Featuring the talents of: Mary Glen Frederick Maria Fernanda Diez Hannah Karpenko Luli Gomez Teruel Tom Morin Jenna Zhu Lisa Bol Thomas Daniels Special thanks to: A. R. T. New YorkThe New York Council on the ArtsKaren HammondAmanda BrummundJosh PritchardKelly FlorenceNina FieldLaakan McHardyAlice WuRachel MockCarter CaldwellAlycia KunkleLiat GrafandTracey Greenwood

2023Tantrum East shares Something Fishy's prison interviews with the Murder, We Spoke trio. 2019Bailey, from Something Fishy, gets her one-on-one meeting with the the infamous Paula Anderson. Paula takes Bailey on a bloody trip down memory lane. Paula shares the gruesome story of the Lunar Legs robbery and gives Bailey some insider info on how to get Cres talking. 2015Six months have passed since Cres's “little” fire “incident” in episode one. The Murder, We Spoke trio are hard at work creating episodes for their 10th season — potentially, their last season. If Bernie doesn't see a significant bump in listeners, downloads, advertisements, etc. she's walking away and devoting the rest of her life to her stable job at Lunar Legs — a high-end athletic retail store. After wrapping up their recording, Bernie heads to work where she must deal with her toxic assistant manager, Rita. As Bernie attempts to have a work-life balance conversation with Rita, an intruder breaks into Lunar Legs demanding money. Rita appears unconcerned for Bernie's safety and refuses to give the intruder what he wants, even at gunpoint. As Bernie and Rita argue, something inside of Bernie begins to bubble to the surface. Like an itch she has been desperate to scratch for many years. When that itch breaks through, there is nothing Bernie can do to stop it. Murder, We Spoke is a podcast in a podcast in a podcast. The series dives into people's obsession with true crime and satirizes the true crime culture. This dark comedy series asks listeners to consider, how far would they go for fame. Visit: www.murderwespoke.com for transcripts of every episode Follow Murder, We Spoke on: Facebook Instagram: @murderwespokepodcast Produced by Tantrum East Theatre Written by Rachel Bykowski Directed by Lila Rachel Becker Sound Designer: Derek A. Graham Sound Technician: Thomas Daniels Stage Manager: Olivia Tymon Featuring the talents of: Mary Glen Frederick Maria Fernanda Diez Hannah Karpenko Luli Gomez Teruel Tom Morin Jenna Zhu Lisa Bol Thomas Daniels Special thanks to: A. R. T. New YorkThe New York Council on the ArtsKaren HammondAmanda BrummundJosh PritchardKelly FlorenceNina FieldLaakan McHardyAlice WuRachel MockCarter CaldwellAlycia KunkleLiat GrafandTracey Greenwood

In this episode, we feature WQA members Jennifer Smith, MWS, of Resintech and Jami West of C-Tech Water Solutions along with Haley Fioretti and Monica Sanchez from WQA as we discuss how to get the most from the WQA Convention & Exposition, March 5-7, 2024, in Orlando. We'll talk about planning ahead, the WQA App which you can download, pre-convention programing and how to take advantage of the many networking opportunities available. And we'll have our WQA Tip. Learn more at https://wqa.org/convention.

MWS

Welcome to the weekly podcast from the Water Quality Association, promoting better water quality around the world. Learn more at https://wqa.org. If you're a first-time listener or new to the industry, welcome. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast so you never miss a show. That's the magic of podcasting. And be sure to share the podcast with someone on your team or a friend or associate. Also, we now feature these podcasts on our WQA YouTube channel. Go to https://youtube.com/@waterqualityassociationvideos. In this episode, we're joined by Candice Wentling, MWS, Director at Certified Action, known to many in the water treatment space for her sales and management consulting. She talks about why we need a business boot camp, the focus on HR and Leadership during the day-long session and why you need to attend. And we'll have our WQA Tip. Learn more about the WQA Convention at https://wqa.org/convention.

MWS

In this episode of WQA Radio, the weekly podcast from the Water Quality Association, we're joined by two instructors in the Instructor-led training program at WQA. Paul Friot, MWS, CWR, CI, CST and Cliff Fasnacht, MWS, explain the program, what's involved in the online interactive sessions, the benefits of the program for the employer as well as the employee, and how you can get started – plus, we'll hear from Professional Certification and Training Director, Dr. Tanya Lubner. ….all coming up on WQA Radio.

Has there been a more successful artist in CCM history than Wayne Kirkpatrick? The easy answer is "NO!"  Whether it's writing hit songs for Amy Grant, MWS, Eric Clapton or producing albums for Susan Ashton or Little Big Town just to name a few, to writing hit Broadway  shows - Wayne's career has been as widely varied as it has been wildly successful. He's definitely left his mark on the entertainment industry and he's not even close to being done. Get ready for a fascinating hour with my friend Wayne Kirkpatrick!Support the showandychrisman.com

Has there been a more successful artist in CCM history than Wayne Kirkpatrick? The easy answer is "NO!"  Whether it's writing hit songs for Amy Grant, MWS, Eric Clapton or producing albums for Susan Ashton or Little Big Town just to name a few, to writing hit Broadway  shows - Wayne's career has been as widely varied as it has been wildly successful. He's definitely left his mark on the entertainment industry and he's not even close to being done. Get ready for a fascinating hour with my friend Wayne Kirkpatrick!Support the showandychrisman.net

This week's guest is Josh Olsen, co-founder and program director of the Montana Wilderness School, a Bozeman based organization that offers expeditionary wilderness courses for youth that foster personal growth and a conservation ethic. In this episode Justin asks Josh about his motivation for starting MWS and why the school focuses specifically on Montana kids. Josh talks about the power of kids from diverse backgrounds coming together on immersive backcountry experiences and the importance of trusting and communicating with each other. Transcript available here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1wcZDXdX9c5eniagQ9jZR5qXYUMQSqDR0ee3nSmqZYFc/edit?usp=sharing

MWS

MWS

Welcome to WQA Radio, the weekly podcast of the Water Quality Association, promoting better water quality around the world. Learn more at https://wqa.org. If you're a first-time listener or new to the industry, welcome. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast so you never miss a show. That's the magic of podcasting. And be sure to share the podcast with someone on your team or a friend or associate. Also, we now feature these podcasts on our WQA YouTube channel. Go to youtube.com/@waterqualityassociationvideos. Find us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and X. And in this episode, I'm joined by WQA Professional Certification & Training Director Tanya Lubner, Phd as we talk with Master Water Specialist Luke Timmons with Penguin Water. We discuss how he decided to move from Certified Water Specialist to MWS, what the process was like, and why he is so excited to promote WQA's Professional Certification program. Later, we'll have our motivational minute and WQA Tip.

MWS

MWS

MWS

MWS

MWS

MWS

The hardest wine exam in the world, an elite community of >400 wine professionals, and learning how to engage with wine more. All those elements describe the Institute of Masters of Wine and the Master of Wine (“MW”) exam. MW Mark DeVere tells us how becoming an MW landed him a full-time job in Napa to all the rigors required to pass the MW exam. This a must-listen episode for those considering applying for the MW program or those who love learning about challenging wine exams.  Detailed Show Notes: Institute of Masters of Wine (“IMW”) backgroundCurrently, 418 Masters of Wine, >490 have passed the exam over timeIt started in 1953 in London as London was the most globally focused wine trading hub in the world~20 people sat the exam in 1953, with 6 passing; it was only open in the UK at that timeThe purpose was to measure who was a master of the overall wine trade1st non-UK residents were Australians and Americans who went to the UK to work and sit the examsNow a global institution - MWs in 30 countries, exams offered around the world (London, California, Australia), head office is still in LondonThe mission of the IMW - is to promote excellence, interaction, and learning in the global wine tradeInteraction through tastings and the MW symposium (held every 4 years)Excellence and learning through setting the MW examNot an educational organization like the WSETIMW vs. Court of Master Sommeliers (“CMS”)MS has a more laddered program (i.e., more levels before the master level)MW has no practical service elementMS exam is oral, MW is all writtenThe MW Study ProgramGoal: to help orient people to understand what the end goal is - to gain the depth and breadth of the challenge of the MW examNeed to know every step of the wine business, from the vineyard to wine landing on the tableThere are time limits for getting through the program now, ~5 years, with the goal of not getting people stuck in it3 StagesStage 1 - 1st orientation to the program, has the Stage 1 assessment - proving you can understand the issues, 12 wines blind, 1 set of theory essaysStage 2 - preparation for the MW exam, which is 3 x 2.25-hour blind tasting exams with 12 wines each, 5 x timed theory examsStage 3 - research paper, developing something new for the world of winePass Rate of the MW examUsed to say ~10% of people that sat the examHard to calculate a rate due to people who sit multiple times and can pass certain portions of the examIMW is actively trying to increase the pass rate by making it more challenging to get in and sit the exam~15-20% of people who enter the program actually complete it; ~75-100 are admitted to the program each year, and ~10-20 people become MWs each yearThe value of the program, if you don't complete is learning how to understand the issues around wine better, engaging with wine differently, and building communication skillsMore people are applying for the MW program, and it's becoming a more global programThe IMW and diversityThe exam is entirely blind, making it unable to discriminate via gradingConduct outreach to all parts of the world to generate a diverse pool of candidates~150 female MWs todayBeing an MWThe title does carry some weight within the wine worldIt got Mark a permanent job at Mondavi after being hired for only a seasonal positionJoin a community of MWs, where giving back to the wine world is one of the core tenets Get access to library episodes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.