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Welcome back to Snafu with Robin Zander. In this episode, I'm joined by Kevan Lee and Shannon Deep, co-founders of Bonfire – a creative studio reimagining what it means to build brands, tell stories, and live meaningful lives. We talk about how Bonfire began as a "Trojan horse" – a branding agency on the surface, but really a vehicle for deeper questions: What does fulfilling work look like? How do we find meaning beyond our careers? And how can business become a space for honesty, connection, and growth? Kevan and Shannon share how their partnership formed, what it takes to build trust as co-founders, and how vulnerability and self-awareness fuel their collaboration. We explore their path from tech and theater to building Bonfire, hosting creative retreats, and helping founders tell more authentic stories. We also dive into how AI is changing storytelling, the myth of "broetry" on LinkedIn, and why transparency is the future of marketing. If you're curious about what's next for creativity, leadership, and meaningful work, this episode is for you. And for more conversations like this, stay tuned for Responsive Conference 2026, where we'll be continuing the dialogue on human connection, business, and the evolving role of AI. Start (0:00) How Bonfire Started (14:25) Robin notes how transparent and intentional they've been building their business and community Says Bonfire feels like a 21st-century agency – creative, human, and not traditional Invites them to describe what they're building and their vision for it Kevan's response: Admits he feels imposter syndrome around being called an "entrepreneur" Laughs that it's technically true but still feels strange Describes Bonfire as partly a traditional branding agency They work with early-stage startups Help with brand strategy, positioning, messaging, and differentiation. But says the heart of their work is much deeper "We create spaces for people to explore what a fulfilling life looks like – one that includes work, but isn't defined by it." Their own careers inspired this – jobs that paid well but felt empty, or jobs that felt good but didn't pay the bills Bonfire became their way to build something more meaningful A space to have these conversations themselves And to invite others into it This includes community, retreats, and nontraditional formats Jokes that the agency side is a Trojan horse – a vehicle to fund the work they truly care about Shannon adds: They're agnostic about what Bonfire "does" Could be a branding agency, publishing house, even an ice cream shop "Money is just gas in the engine." The larger goal is creating spaces for people to explore their relationship to work Especially for those in transition, searching for meaning, or redefining success Robin reflects on their unusual path Notes most marketers who start agencies chase awards and fame But Shannon and Kevan built Bonfire around what they wished existed Recalls their past experiences Kevan's path from running a publication (later sold to Vox) to Buffer and then Oyster Shannon's shared time with him at Oyster Mentions their recent milestone – Bonfire's first live retreat in France 13 participants, including them Held in a rented castle For a two-year-old business, he calls it ambitious and impressive Asks: "How did it go? What did people get out of it?" Shannon on the retreat Laughs that they're still processing what it was They had a vibe in mind – but not a fixed structure One participant described it as "a wellness retreat for marketers" Not wrong – but also not quite right Attendees came from tech and non-tech backgrounds The focus: exploring people's most meaningful relationship to work Who you are when you're not at your desk How to bring that awareness back to real life — beyond castles and catered meals People came at it from different angles Some felt misaligned with their work Others were looking for something new Everyone was at a crossroads in their career Kevan on the space they built The retreat encouraged radical honesty People shared things like: "I have this job because I crave approval." "I care about money as a status symbol." "I hate what I do, but I don't know what else I'd be good at." They didn't force vulnerability, but wanted to make it safe if people chose it They thought deeply about values – what needed to be true for that kind of trust Personally, Kevan says the experience shifted his identity From "marketer" to something else – maybe "producer," maybe "creator" The retreat made him realize how many paths are possible "Now I just want to do more of this." Robin notes there are "so many threads to pull on" Brings up family business and partnerships Shares his own experience growing up in his dad's small business Talks about lessons from Robin's Cafe and the challenges of partnerships Says he's fascinated by co-founder dynamics – both powerful and tricky Asks how Shannon and Kevan's working relationship works What it was like at Oyster Why they decided to start Bonfire together And how it's evolved after the retreat Kevan on their beginnings He hired Shannon at Oyster – she was Editorial Director, he was SVP of Marketing Worked together for about a year and a half Knew early on that something clicked Shared values Similar worldview Trusted each other When Oyster ended, partnering up felt natural – "Let's figure out what's next, together." Robin observes their groundedness Says they both seem stable and mature, which likely helps the partnership Jokes about his own chaos running Robin's Café – late nights, leftover wine, cold quinoa Asks Shannon directly: "Do you still follow Kevan's lead?" Shannon's laughs and agrees they're both very regulated people But adds that it comes from learned coping mechanisms Says they've both developed pro-social ways to handle stress People-pleasing Overachievement Perfectionism Intellectualizing feelings instead of expressing them "Those are coping mechanisms too," she notes, "but at least they keep us calm when we talk." Building Trust and Partnership (14:54–23:15) Shannon says both she and Kevan have done deep personal work. Therapy, reflection, and self-inquiry are part of their toolkit. That helps them handle a relationship that's both intimate and challenging. They know their own baggage. They try not to take the other person's reactions personally. It doesn't always work—but they trust they'll work through conflict. When they started Bonfire: They agreed the business world is unpredictable. So they made a pinky swear: Friends first, business second. The friendship is the real priority. When conflict comes up, they ask: "Is this really life or death—or are we just forgetting what matters?" Shannon goes back to the question and clarifies  Says they lead in different ways. Each has their "zone of genius." They depend on each other's strengths. It's not leader and follower – it's mutual reliance. Shannon explains: Kevan's great at momentum: He moves things forward and ships projects fast. Shannon tends to be more perfectionist: Wants things to be fully formed before releasing. Kevan adds they talk often about "rally and rest." Kevan rallies, he thrives on pressure and urgency. Shannon rests, she values slowing down and reflection. Together, that creates a healthy rhythm.  Robin notes lingering habits Wonders if any "hangovers" from their Oyster days remain. Kevan reflects  At first, he hesitated to show weakness. Coming from a manager role, vulnerability felt risky. Shannon quickly saw through it. He realized openness was essential, not optional. Says their friendship and business both rely on honesty. Robin agrees and says he wouldn't discourage co-founders—it's just a big decision. Like choosing a spouse, it shapes your life for years. Notes he's never met with one of them without the other. "That says something," he adds. Their partnership clearly works—even if it takes twice the time. Rethinking Marketing (23:19) Kevan's light moment: Asks if Robin's comment about their teamwork was feedback for them. Robin's observation  Notes how in sync Shannon and Kevan are. Emails one, gets a reply CC'd with the other. Says the tempo of Bonfire feels like their collaboration itself. Wonders what that rhythm feels like internally. Kevan's response  Says it's partly intentional, partly habit. They genuinely enjoy working together. Adds they don't chase traditional agency milestones. No interest in Ad Age lists or Cannes awards. Their goal: have fun and make meaningful work. Robin pivots to the state of marketing (24:04) Mentions the shift from Madison Avenue's glory days to today's tech-driven world. Refers to Mad Men and the "growth at all costs" startup era. Notes how AI and tech are changing how people see their role in work and life. Kevan's background  Came from startups, not agencies. Learned through doing, not an MBA. Immersed in books like Hypergrowth and Traction. Took Reforge courses—knows the mechanics of scaling. Before that, worked as a journalist. Gained curiosity and calm under pressure, but also urgency. Admits startup life taught him both good and bad habits. Robin notes  Neither lives the Madison Avenue life. Kevan's in Boise. Shannon's in France. Shannon's background Started in theater – behind the scenes as a dramaturg and producer. Learned how to shape emotion and tell stories. Transitioned into brand strategy in New York. Worked at a top agency, Siegel+Gale. Helped global B2B and B2C clients define mission, values, and design. Competed with big names like Interbrand and Pentagram. Later moved in-house at tech startups. Saw how B2B marketing often tries to "act cool" like B2C. Learned to translate creative ideas into language that convinces CFOs. Says her role often meant selling authentic storytelling to risk-averse execs. Admits she joined marketing out of necessity. "I was 27, broke in New York, and needed a parking spot for my storytelling skills." Robin connects the dots  Notes how Silicon Valley's "growth" culture mirrors old ad-world burnout. Growth at all costs. Not much room for creative autonomy. Adds most big agencies are now owned by holding companies. The original Madison Avenue independence is nearly gone. Robin's reflection  Mentions how AI-generated content is changing video and storytelling. Grateful his clients still value human connection. Asks how Bonfire helps brands tell authentic stories now that the old model is fading. Kevan's take  Says people now care less about "moments" and more about audiences. It's not about one viral hit—it's about building consistency. Brands need to stand for something, and keep showing up. People want that outcome, even if they don't want the hard work behind it. Shannon adds Notes rising skepticism among audiences. Most content people see isn't from who they follow, it's ads and algorithms. Consumers are subconsciously filtering out the noise. Says that's why human storytelling matters more than ever. People crave knowing a real person is behind the message. AI can mimic tone but not authenticity. Adds it's hard to convince some clients of that. Authentic work isn't fast or easily measured. It requires belief in the process and a value system to match. That's tough when your client's investors only want quick returns. Robin agrees  "Look at people's incentives and I'll tell you who they are." Shannon continues Wonders where their responsibility ends. Should they convince people of their values? Or just do the work and let the right clients come? Kevan says they've found a sweet spot with current clients. Mostly bootstrapped founders. Work with them long-term instead of one-off projects. Says that's the recipe that fits Bonfire's values and actually works. The Quarter Analogy (35:36) Robin quotes BJ Fogg: "Don't try to persuade people of your worldview. Look for people who already want what you can teach, and just show them how." He compares arguing with people who don't align to "an acrobat arguing with gravity – gravity will win 100% of the time." The key: harness momentum instead of fighting resistance. Even a small, aligned audience is better than chasing everyone. Kevan shares Bonfire's failed experiment with outbound sales: They tried reaching out to recently funded AI companies. "It got us nowhere," he admits. That experience reminded him how much old startup habits – growth at all costs, scale fast – still shape thinking. "I thought success meant getting as big as possible, as fast as possible. That meant doing outbound, even if it felt inauthentic." But that mindset just added pressure. Realizing there were other ways to grow – slower, more intentional – was a relief. Now they've stopped outbound entirely. Focused instead on aligned clients who find them naturally. Robin connects it to a MrBeast quote. "If I'm not ashamed of the video I put out last week, I'm not growing fast enough." He says he doesn't love the "shame" part but relates to the evolution mindset – Looking back at work from six months ago and thinking, I'd do that differently now. Growth as a visible, measurable journey. Robin shifts to storytelling frameworks: Mentions Kevan and Shannon's analogies about storytelling and asks about "the quarter analogy." Kevan explains the "quarter" story: A professor holds up two quarters: "Sell me the one on the right." No one can – until someone says, "I'll dip it in Marilyn Monroe's purse." That coin now has emotional and cultural value. Marketing can be the same – alchemy that turns something ordinary into something meaningful. Robin builds on that: You can tell stories about a coin's history – "Lincoln touched it," etc. But Kevan's version is different: adding new meaning in the present. "How do you imbue something with value now that makes it matter later?" Shannon's take: It's about values and belonging. "Every story implicitly says: believe this." That belief also says: we don't believe that – defining who's in your tribe. Humans crave that – community, validation, connection. That belonging is intangible but real. "Try selling that to a CFO who just wants ROI. Impossible — but it's real." Kevan adds: Values are one piece – authenticity is another. Some brands already have a genuine story; others want to create one. "We get asked to dip AI companies into Marilyn Monroe's purse," he jokes. The real work is uncovering what's true or helping brands rediscover it. The challenge: telling that story consistently and believably. Robin mentions Shannon's storytelling framework of three parts – Purpose → Story frameworks → Touch points. Shannon breaks it down: Clients usually come in with half-baked "mission" or "vision" statements. She uses Ogilvy's "Big Ideal" model: Combine a cultural tension (what's happening in the world) with your brand's best self. Then fill in the blank: "We believe the world would be a better place if…" That single sentence surfaces a company's "why us" and "why now." It's dramaturgy, really — same question as in theater: "Why this play now?" "Why us?" Bonfire's own version (in progress): "We believe the world would be a better place if people and brands had more room to explore their creativity." Kevan adds: it's evolving, like them. Robin relates it back to his own story: After selling Robin's Café, he started Zander Media to tell human stories. He wanted to document real connections — "the barista-customer relationships, the neighborhood changing." That became his north star: storytelling as a tool for change and human connection. "I don't care about video," he says. "I care about storytelling, helping people become more of who they want to be." Kevan closes the loop: A good purpose statement is expansive. It can hold video, podcasts, even a publishing house. "Maybe tomorrow it's something else. That's the beauty — it allows room to grow." Against the Broetry (49:01) Kevan reflects on transparency and values at Bonfire He and Robin came from Buffer, a company known for radical transparency — posting salaries, growth numbers, everything. Says that while Bonfire isn't as extreme about it, the spirit is the same. "It just comes naturally to invite people in." Their openness isn't a tactic – it's aligned with their values and mission. They want to create space for people to explore – new ideas, new ways of working, more fulfilling lives. Sharing their journey publicly felt like the obvious, authentic thing to do. "It wasn't even a conversation – just who we are." Shannon jumps in with a critique of business culture online Says there's so much terrible advice about "how to build a business." Compliments Robin for cutting through the noise – being honest through Snafu and his newsletter. "You're trying to be real about what selling feels like and what it says about you." Calls out the "rise and grind" nonsense dominating LinkedIn: "Wake up at 4 a.m., protein shake at 4:10, three-hour workout…" Robin laughs – "I'll take the three-hour workout, but I'll pass on the protein shake." Shannon and Kevan call it "broetry" The overblown, performative business storytelling on social media. "I went on my honeymoon and here's what I learned about B2B sales." Their goal with building in public is the opposite: To admit mistakes. To share pivots and moments of doubt. To remind people that everyone is figuring it out. "But the system rewards the opposite – gatekeeping, pretending, keeping up the facade." Shannon says she has "no patience for it." She traces that belief back to a story from college Producer Paula Wagner once told her class: "Here's the secret: nobody knows anything." That line stuck with her. Gave her permission to question authority. To show up confidently even when others pretend to know more. After years of watching powerful men "fail upward," she realized: "The emperor has no clothes." So she might as well take up space too. Transparency, for her, is a form of connection and courage – "When people raise their eyes from their desks and actually meet each other, that's power." Robin thanks Shannon for the kind words about Snafu. Says their work naturally attracts people who want that kind of realness. Then pivots to a closing question: "If you had one piece of advice for founders – about storytelling or business building – what would it be?" Kevan's advice: "Look beyond what's around you." Inspiration doesn't have to come from your industry. Learn from other fields, other stories, other worlds. It builds curiosity, empathy, and creativity. Robin sums it up: "Get out of your silos." Shannon's advice: "Make the thing you actually want to see." Too many founders copy what's trendy or "smart." Ask instead: What would I genuinely love to consume? Remember your audience is human, like you. And remember, building a business is a privilege. You get to create a small world that reflects your values. You get to hire people, pay them, shape a culture. "That's so cool, and it should make you feel powerful." With that power comes responsibility. "Everyone says it's about making the most money. But what if the goal was to make the coolest world possible, for as many people as possible?" Where to find Kevan and Shannon (57:16) Points listeners to aroundthebonfire.com/experiences. That's where they host their retreats. Next one is April 2026. "We'd love to see you there."   Companies/Organizations Bonfire Buffer Oyster Vox Zander Media Siegel+Gale Interbrand Pentagram Reforge Robin's Café Books / Frameworks / Theories Traction BJ Fogg's behavioral model Ogilvy's "Big Ideal" Purpose → Story Frameworks → Touch Point People Paula Wagner BJ Fogg MrBeast (Jimmy Donaldson) David Ogilvy Newsletters Snafu Kevan's previous publication  

Watercare and negotiators for oyster farmers north of Auckland have spent a second day in compensation talks after their farms were contaminated after a sewage leak, but they have yet to reach an agreement. A fault at Watercare's Warkworth plant sent sewage overflowing into the Mahurangi River last week, meaning farmers can't collect oyster for 28 days. Jim Aitken from Mahurangi Oysters spoke to Lisa Owen.

On Friday I interviewed a representative of oyster farmers in the Mahurangi area who were outraged at a wastewater dump by Watercare that had poisoned their oysters. They have to close for 28 days. One farmer has to dump 80,000 oysters. That's not good for business or their cashflow. As the interview went on I found out that this is not an isolated incident. It's already happened 39 times before this year. And even worse Watercare has the right to do a dump like this 200 times every year. I was flabbergasted. That seems like an awful lot of dumping. Then in the weekend I got a call from a local MP. She told me Watercare basically wrote their own consent. They needed to involve public consultation yet all they did was drop some leaflets at the Warkworth library. She's raised the issue with the mayor, the man who wants to make Auckland a global city, and Mr Fix it doesn't seem at all interested in fixing it. And now they dump the regions wastewater into the Mahurangi River and they're allowed to do that 200 times a year. It's killing the river. It's destroying the oyster business. It's decimated commercial fishing in the area. It's a symptom of intensification in the area. It's a symptom of the infrastructure being unable to cope with the new demand. And it's a symptom of the Council not having enough money to fix the problem and no desire to help the affected businesses and to rescue a wrecked river. Honestly, I'd rather swim in the Thames or the Seine than swim in the Mahurangi in rural North Auckland. The issue has been swept under the carpet by Watercare and the authorities and it's frankly just not good enough. Day by day clean green New Zealand is becoming a myth and a lie we like to tell. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Milk worms, silkworms, and webs - oh my! It was a Silkworm September. From Chicago to Northern Ireland, where are we now? Some find it amazing we get out much at all. This week on Outlook - sister/co-host Kerry's recovering from another sickness and makes good use of the “mute” button, brother/co-host Brian is raving about his double Silkworm dream trip, and BF (3rd co-host Barry) he's researching all the things transplant patients can't take for symptom relief. For this Mixed Bag episode, Brian's sharing about his latest travel stories and adventures of music community gathering together in Chicago. He's making new friends, having merch made truly accessible and inclusive, and sharing a few clips of the songs that brought him to the States to begin with, for the second time this year. Kerry's back with Barry, in his flat, and on the sofa with guide dog Oyster as Barry relays a recent dreadful story, as September moves into October's Blindness Awareness Month, of the truly taxing and trying horror of being manhandled by ignorant people in public and community spaces who put their hands on you first and ask questions “never." As we go into BAM (as we call it) there's very little “awareness” of Blindness by the public. As the saying goes: when someone closes a door, they close another, and put up a sign which helps no blind person ever. September is also Pain Awareness Month, on the last day of September it's the National Day For Truth and Reconciliation, and we're here for all of it with music for our final show for our Outlook anniversary month as we talk church acoustics, assault, doubling down, and much much more. The Silkworm and Dianogah music featured in this episode was lifted from the following videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-FKQFKTP1iE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cQOUj_bWykg https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XmKxMODNpz8

Watercare says it is extremely disappointed and sorry that a fault with one its plants saw Auckland oyster farms contaminated and unable to harvest. The Matakana farmers are devastated yet another sewage overflow into the Mahurangi River has left them unable to collect oysters for another 28 days. Watercare Ceo Jamie Sinclair spoke to Lisa Owen.

A pump station overflow north of Auckland has resulted in the temporary closure of Oyster farms and the destruction of thousands of contaminated oysters. In an email sent on Thursday, Watercare said the pump station overflowed at about 2.30pm to the stormwater pond and wastewater began entering the Mahurangi River but the overflow was not stopped until 8am the next day. Chair of the Mahurangi Oyster Farms Association, Lynette Dunn, said to Andrew Dickens that this was far from the first time this type of incident had occurred. "I think by recording, we might be up to about 38 or 39 times for the whole year," she said. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oyster farmers are outraged after what is believed to be the biggest Wastewater spill into the Mahurangi River, this year. Watercare has told Oyster farmers an overflow of 1200 cubic metres happened on Wednesday afternoon but it wasn't picked up by its alert system. Mahurangi Oyster Association chairperson Lynette Dunn spoke to Corin Dann.

Oyster farmers are devastated after another sewage overflow into the Mahurangi River. Watercare believes a power surge tripped the pumps, and caused 12 hundred cubic metres of wastewater to overflow. NZ First MP Jenny Marcroft is the Oceans and Fisheries Parliamentary Under-Secretary and spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss

On today's episode, Oyster farmers are outraged after what is believed to be the biggest Wastewater spill into the Mahurangi River, this year; Fonterra shareholders have voted in support of the sale of its major brands, including Mainland and Anchor, to French dairy giant Lactalis; Auckland Grammar has been hit by the latest measles outbreak; A Halloween fanatic Christchurch woman and her husband pour their time and money into decorating their house; And it's Friday so we check in with our Aussie correspondent Kerry Anne Walsh.

The owners of the world's biggest cattle station charged over allegedly building illegal dams, Eyre Peninsula oyster farmers upset at plans to relocate oysters from an area currently closed due to the algal bloom, and a continued push for global standards of extra virgin olive oil.

On this week's episode CB & Kip sit down to talk about their upcoming challenge. The annual fundraister, High West Oyster Fest is this Thursday, benefiting local nonprofit Sophie's Neighborhood.... and we're getting our hands n mouths dirty in the name of a good cause. We're competing, both shucking oysters and trying to knock em back!! But no matter how well (or poorly) we perform, at least we'll be doing it for a good cause.To learn more about the good cause, Kip sat down with Lauren & Hosea Rosenberg, Sophie's parents, to talk about Sophie's Neighborhood. Sophie's Neighborhood is a nonprofit that raises money to help fund research for their daughter's rare disease, MCOT. It's tough trying to find the definition of the acronym & even more difficult to find a cause or cure. We talk with Lauren & Hosea about the diagnosis as well as the festivities on Thursday too.Tune in for a few laughs, a little Halloween banter & whole lot of ways you can help out Sophie's Neighborhood.We hope to see everyone Thursday for a good time for a great cause! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/stoned-appetit--3077842/support.

Graham Platner's at one point was up forty points on Janet Mills and then the infamous tattoo appeared, but has it sunk any of his support?  Visit the Howie Carr Radio Network website to access columns, podcasts, and other exclusive content.

The largest oyster festival in the region returns to Hilton Head Island on November 7th and 8th. For over 3 decades, the Island’s Recreation Center has been hosting this event […]

Eva and Maite kick off season three by cracking open the tiny but mighty oyster: a once democratic delicacy, ancient symbol, natural water filter, and cornerstone of coastal economies. They dive into food idioms and the oyster’s reputation as an aphrodisiac. Plus, they welcome actor Demián Bichir to the show. For more on oyster farming check out: https://www.billionoysterproject.org/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Elizabeth Tilton started her career cooking in New Orleans before moving to join the marketing team at Momofuku in New York City. Years later, she's translated that back-of-house experience to her own consultancy, Oyster Sunday, which acts as a back office for restaurants across the country. That led to a second company, OS Benefits, which provides ACA-compliant health insurance and wellness benefits to independent hospitality businesses across the country. In this episode we talk through all the facets of dining out in 2025, and what we're all excited for in the future.

In this first of a two-part series, hosts Dr. Bob Thomas and Dr. Aimée Thomas dive into the secret life of oysters with Dr. Earl Melancon — one of the most prominent voices in oyster science and Louisiana's commercial fishing world. A Professor Emeritus at Nicholls State University and current Louisiana Sea Grant Scholar, Earl has spent more than 50 years studying the biology, ecology, and culture of oysters alongside the oystermen who harvest them.Together, they explore the natural history of the Eastern oyster, Crassostrea virginica — how these remarkable creatures build their shells, change sex as they grow, filter vast amounts of water, and survive a gauntlet of predators in Louisiana's estuaries. From microscopic larvae to full-grown reef builders, this episode reveals the biology behind one of the coast's most iconic species — and a foundation of Louisiana's ecology and culture.Stay tuned for Part 2, where the conversation turns to the human side of oysters — the people, traditions, and challenges of the industry that depends on them.Follow @SoNatPodcast on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!Visit our website at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://lucec.loyno.edu/so-nat-podcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Do you have any more questions about nature? Message us on social media or email us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠sonatpodcast@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ and we will answer you!Hosts: Dr. Bob Thomas and Dr. Aimée ThomasProduced by Emma Reid  Intro Music composition by Hunter Wainwright

We go up close and personal with Empire, Louisiana native Jordan Gallet, a US national oyster champion, who can shuck 36 oysters in under two minutes.

* How the Saints lost another one * How LSU bounced back and beat South Carolina * How LA native Jordan Gallet became a national champion oyster shucker * How Helena Moreno won and avoided a runoff

A judge has temporarily denied Attorney General Rob Bonta’s request to put L.A. County’s juvenile jails into a state receivership. Los Angeles County CEO Fesia Davenport abruptly announced she’d be going on leave until next year. Using oyster scraps to protect the Orange County coastline. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency!Support the show: https://laist.com

In the few weeks since announcing his run for Senate, political outsider Graham Platner is drawing big crowds and raising lots of money. But Maine's incumbent, Republican Sen. Susan Collins, is no easy political mark. Nor is Democratic Gov. Janet Mills, who may soon enter the race.

KGMI's Adam Smith and Dianna Hawryluk chat about the Bellingham Exit Fest, the 2025 Lynden Music Festival, the Blaine Oyster Fest and Doctober at the Pickford Film Center.

It's a perfect fall day in Maine and Nora and Craig are thrilled to bring you along to one of their favorite places and introduce you to Ralph Hamill: an Oyster Farmer, a Cardiologist, a Hockey Player and an incredible example of Stubborn Positivity. Listen in as he shares his passion for our planet and the beautiful ways he's working to make life better, and more tasty, for all of us. He loves what he does so much that he "conveniently"  forgot to mention that it was his birthday! *Be prepared for some technical glitches as our hosts learn more about their new travel microphones and recording with only two mics out in the wild.* 

On the phone-in: Diane Leblanc, who's the past-president of the Nova Scotia Bird Society, answers questions about bird sightings in the Maritimes. And off the top, the CBC's Nancy Russell speaks with people on PEI who are suffering the ripple effects of the MSX parasite which has badly affected the oyster sector.

The Rolex Sky-Dweller 336934 with Mint Green Dial has collectors going crazy and for good reason. In this video, Chris Warnes from Warrior Time breaks down everything you need to know about this sought-after luxury timepiece.https://www.chrono24.com/watch/MU1F42⌚ Key Features:42mm Oystersteel & White Gold caseStunning mint green sunray dial (borrowed from the Datejust)Dual time zone + Saros annual calendarFluted ring command bezelAvailable on Oyster or Jubilee braceletPowered by Caliber 9002 movement

A Stansbury oyster grower marks 150 days since their business was shut down due to the algae bloom, wine, beer, cider & spirits included in an expanded Australia-Japan organics equivalence arrangement, and South Australia on track to be fruit-fly free by the end of the year, barring further detections.

Today on the podcast, Jeff and Trevor are joined by our good friend and local pro Tydeman Newman to chat about his win at Grinduro, plus Jeff gives us a preview of the KETL Mtn Rocky Mountain Oyster Challenge. The guys then get into a classic set of listener questions ranging from upgrading drivetrains to swapping frames and everything in between. Tune in! Our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UCczlFdoHUMcFJuHUeZf9b_Q Worldwide Cyclery YouTube Channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UCxZoC1sIG-vVtLsJDSbeYyw Worldwide Cyclery Instagram: www.instagram.com/worldwidecyclery/ MTB Podcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/mtbpodcast/ Submit any and all questions to podcast@worldwidecyclery.com Join us on epic mountain bike trips that you will never forget in locations like Tasmania, Italy & Nepal. Grab $250 off any All Mountain Rides trip by just mentioning WWC: https://worldwidecyclery.com/blogs/worldwide-cyclery-blog/all-mountain-rides-all-inclusive-mountain-bike-guided-trips-w-worldwide-cyclery-crew

Dutch teenagers arrested for attempted espionage for Russia DoD announces replacement for risk management framework Fake Microsoft Teams installers deliver Oyster malware  Huge thanks to our sponsor, Nudge Security Here's the thing: your employees are signing up for new apps, sharing data, and connecting tools together, often without anyone knowing. And, AI adoption is accelerating this trend. What if you could continuously discover when people start using new apps or sharing data, then prompt them with security guidance right when and where they are working? At Nudge Security, we call that securing the Workforce Edge. Instead of trying to control everything (which, let's face it, is impossible), we give IT and security teams the visibility they need and automation to guide employees toward secure behaviors. The result? Your workforce stays productive, your data stays secure, and you can finally get some sleep at night. Learn more at nudgesecurity.com/workforceedge Find the stories behind the headlines at CISOseries.com.  

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Driving down St. Claude Avenue in New Orleans' Bywater neighborhood, the St. Roch Market is hard to miss. The historic public food hall first opened in 1875 and is where many popular restaurants and chains — like the Daily Beet and CR Coffee — got their start. Now, the St. Roch Market is celebrating 150 years with a birthday party on Saturday 27 at 2pm.Kevin Pedeaux, operator at the St. Roch Market, tells us about the food hall's history, significance and upcoming celebration.This week on Louisiana Considered, we continue bringing you Wetlands Radio, a seriesabout coastal restoration from producer Eve Abrams. Today, we learn how the oysters we eat in restaurants across the Gulf South just might be a part of coastal restoration.Today's episode of Louisiana Considered was hosted by Adam Vos. Our managing producer is Alana Schreiber. We get production support from Garrett Pittman and our assistant producer Aubry Procell.You can listen to Louisiana Considered Monday through Friday at noon and 7 p.m. It's available on Spotify, the NPR App and wherever you get your podcasts. Louisiana Considered wants to hear from you!Please fill out our pitch line to let us know what kinds of story ideas you have for our show. And while you're at it, fill out our listener survey! We want to keep bringing you the kinds of conversations you'd like to listen to.Louisiana Considered is made possible with support from our listeners. Thank you!

Oyster farmers north of Auckland are devastated after rain caused another sewage spill, preventing them from working. Mahurangi Oyster Association chairperson Lynette Dunn spoke to Alexa Cook.

This 2013 episode covers the years after the Industrial Revolution and the Civil War when the oyster supply became so scarce that people turned to oyster piracy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's been pretty hot this summer. If you live in Florida- that's not news. But you might not know just how dangerous the heat can be for you and your neighbors here in Tampa Bay. On this episode of Florida Matters, we talk about how the heat can be more than just uncomfortable if you're pregnant.It can cause major health problems for the pregnant person and the baby.WUSF's Jessica Meszaros explains what she learned about pregnancy and heat. And why these problems are only likely to get worse. Also on the show: we know how expensive it can be to get housing in Tampa Bay. You'll hear from Bradenton area business owner John Horne of Oyster's Rock Hospitality and Mark Vengroff, CEO and Managing Partner of One Stop Housing about a solution to the problem: building workforce housing. And Dalia Colon, host of WUSF's The Zest, joins us to talk about the new season of the podcast- plus food tips for hurricane season. 

Concerns as khapra beetle larvae discovered in nappy pants imported into Australia, authorities say South Australia is getting closer to eradicating feral deer, and an oyster grower welcomes early signs of sea life returning to the Spencer Gulf.

In this episode of the North Carolina Food and Beverage Podcast, host Max Trujillo welcomes back Eduardo Mera of the Mera Brothers Oysters. The main event discussed is the upcoming Rawleigh Oyster Fest, set for November 8th at Smoky Hollow. The festival will feature oysters from various farms, dishes prepared by local chefs, live music, and a charity component benefitting NC Coastal Federation and the Frankie Lemon Foundation. They also discuss Eduardo's pop-up events, the historical significance of North Carolina oysters, and their personal experiences with oysters. The episode ends with a light-hearted chat about family, food, and future plans. The NC F&B Podcast is produced, engineered and edited by Max Trujillo of @Trujillo.Media For inquiries about being a guest, or to sponsor the show, email max@ncfbpodcast.com

The jocks sit down with WNBA legend Sue Wicks, the first player to come out publicly in 2002, about activism, becoming a Liberty fan again, and her life on an oyster farm. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Campaigns for the 2026 midterm elections are officially kicking off and candidates are starting to roll out their intro bios and platforms. One ad in particular, went viral online. It featured Graham Platner, a marine and army veteran and oyster farmer. He's running for U.S. Senate in Maine to unseat five-term Republican Senator Susan Collins. He joins WITHpod to talk about his working class background, fault lines within the Democratic Party and more. This episode was recorded on 8/27/25.

A Florida professor is using music to teach about climate change — including the collapse of the oyster population.

Oyster farmers north of Auckland are hoping a meeting with Fisheries Minister Shane Jones might mean a step towards saving their local industry. Oyster farmer Dave Morgan spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

Oysters on the half shell are big business on Nantucket Island, and a local program recycles oyster shells from restaurant waste into habitat for young oysters. These recycled oyster shell reefs are helping to protect the coastline from worsening storms and rising seas. Also, seventy percent of our planet is covered by the oceans, and in this vast wilderness lawlessness is rampant, with crimes ranging from illegal fishing to slavery at sea. These high crimes on the high seas are the focus of Pulitzer Prize-winning author Ian Urbina's book, The Outlaw Ocean. And the Mar Menor or “little sea” lagoon on the coast of Spain faces impacts from mining, agriculture, and a booming tourist industry. Teresa Vicente helped pass a 2022 law granting the lagoon legal personhood to give it greater protection. She received the 2024 Goldman Environmental Prize for Europe and shares how she led a grassroots movement to protect this beloved lagoon. --- You can help support our free public radio show and podcast, for free, by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts. It's one of the best ways to help other listeners find Living on Earth! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why do we believe a good life is a life without pain? This episode challenges our deepest assumptions about happiness and hardship. We're diving into the philosophical goldmine that is the value of suffering—not to glorify pain, but to understand its incredible power to forge growth, wisdom, and meaning. From the ancient Stoics to modern psychology, we'll explore how embracing life's inevitable challenges can transform us, deepen our connections, and turn our scars into a source of incredible strength. Get ready to rethink everything you thought you knew about your own struggles. To unlock full access to all our episodes, consider becoming a premium subscriber on Apple Podcasts or Patreon. And don't forget to visit englishpluspodcast.com for even more content, including articles, in-depth studies, and our brand-new audio series and courses now available in our Patreon Shop!

As the founder of In a Half Shell, a blog exploring oyster culture around the world, and co-founder of the Oyster Master Guild (OMG), the first professional training program for oyster “sommeliers,” Julie brings storytelling, sustainability and serious flavor to seafood lovers, restaurants and food industry professionals. From the connection between oysters and Tri Delta's beloved pearl to the future of aquaculture and tips for learning to love oysters (even if you're skeptical), Julie shares how she's building a career by defining something entirely new. Whether you're an oyster superfan or just oyster-curious, this episode is full of Julie's wisdom, wit and taste-bud-changing ideas and advice.

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The boys talk why San Fran classics Zuni Cafe and Swan Oyster Depot have remained instutitions for decades, while their beloved Stella West Hollywood could not follow a similar path. Plus, Jordan's exclusive menu item is coming to Los Angeles, Bill Addison needs new friends, the Benihana ass clock as been conquered, Max's Cobrasnake days, and 818 pizza disrespect.

It's an 80-Page Giant! A Crossover with our super-friend! AND our gala 300th episode! It's got Super-Horses! Bizarros! And Chuck! Join us for Action Comics #347! Chapters (00:00:00) - Checkered Past: Supergirl vs Bizarro(00:04:29) - Nerd Orchestra: Pick Up People Off The Street(00:05:19) - John Williams: The Quiz(00:09:04) - Jerry Goldsmith Dead at 75(00:11:14) - The Soundtrack of Supergirl(00:13:49) - Chuck: When did you first see this movie? I don't remember(00:16:57) - Supergirl Soundtrack(00:21:38) - Supergirl(00:24:02) - The Amazing Tale of Supergirl(00:27:47) - Phantom Girl Visits Supergirl(00:31:58) - The Secret Life of Supergirl(00:34:42) - The Secret Life of The Atlantis Shrine(00:36:17) - Supergirl KISSES DR. MICHAEL BENEDICT(00:40:21) - Supergirl vs. Jarrow(00:42:25) - How Do You Get a Pearl From an Oyster?(00:43:47) - In The Supergirl Episode 1(00:44:49) - Superman and Supergirl in The DC Comics(00:46:58) - Supergirl on Earth!(00:48:49) - The Supergirl Emergency Squad(00:55:24) - The Secret Origin of Supergirl's Super Horse(01:01:00) - The Secret Life Of Super Horses(01:05:10) - Horse Being Sent into Space(01:09:00) - Supergirl receives a telepathic warning that an alien spaceship is attacking Seattle(01:12:02) - Supergirl Riding a Super Horse(01:16:25) - Dr. Bob's Time Machine Mailbag(01:19:55) - When Did Superman Start Reading Comics?(01:21:45) - Superman: Bizarro World Explained(01:27:29) - Bizarro Baby in the Superman Suit(01:32:37) - Baby Superman Gets the Superpowers(01:37:00) - Supergirl Adopting Baby Buster(01:38:49) - When Robots Drive Into Quicksand(01:41:01) - Superman's Home for Kids(01:43:29) - Supergirl on The DC Supergirl(01:45:24) - Chemistry Homework(01:46:09) - Bizarro Supergirl Part 3(01:49:43) - Bizarro Supergirl(01:52:49) - Bizarro World Declares War on Earth(01:56:31) - Superman vs Bizarro in The Superman Movie(02:01:08) - Bizarro Supergirl Dead in Kryptonian Planet(02:02:58) - The Bizarro Baby in Superman Baby Story(02:06:14) - Bizarro Legion of Superheroes(02:10:46) - Going Once, Going Twice

Things get worse in the Tea dating app breach. CISA adds three vulnerabilities to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog. Researchers uncover a critical flaw in Google's AI coding assistant. A Missouri Health System agrees to a $9.25 million settlement over claims it used web tracking tools. “Sploitlight” could let attackers bypass Apple's TCC framework to steal sensitive data. Malware squeaks its way into a mouse configuration tool. Threat actors hide the Oyster backdoor in popular IT tools. The FBI nabs over $2.4 million in Bitcoin from the Chaos ransomware gang. Our guest is Jaeson Schultz, Technical Leader for Cisco Talos Security Intelligence & Research Group, to talk about their work on the security of PDF files.  The unintended privacy paradox of data brokers. Remember to leave us a 5-star rating and review in your favorite podcast app. Miss an episode? Sign-up for our daily intelligence roundup, Daily Briefing, and you'll never miss a beat. And be sure to follow CyberWire Daily on LinkedIn. CyberWire Guest Today we are joined by Jaeson Schultz, Technical Leader for Cisco Talos Security Intelligence & Research Group, to talk about their work on "PDFs: Portable documents, or perfect deliveries for phish?" Selected Reading A Second Tea Breach Reveals Users' DMs About Abortions and Cheating (404 Media) CISA warns of active exploitation of critical PaperCut flaw, mandates immediate patching (Beyond Machines) CISA Warns of Exploited Critical Vulnerabilities in Cisco Identity Services Engine (Infosecurity Magazine) Researchers flag flaw in Google's AI coding assistant that allowed for ‘silent' code exfiltration (CyberScoop) Health System Settles Web Tracker Lawsuit for Up to $9.25M (GovInfo Security) Microsoft: macOS Sploitlight flaw leaks Apple Intelligence data (Bleeping Computer) Endgame Gear mouse config tool infected users with malware (Bleeping Computer) Oyster Backdoor Disguised as PuTTY and KeyPass Targets IT Admins via SEO Poisoning (GB Hackers) FBI Seizes $2.4m in Crypto from Chaos Ransomware Gang (Infosecurity Magazine) Hundreds of registered data brokers ignore user requests around personal data (CyberScoop) Audience Survey Complete our annual audience survey before August 31. Want to hear your company in the show? You too can reach the most influential leaders and operators in the industry. Here's our media kit. Contact us at cyberwire@n2k.com to request more info. The CyberWire is a production of N2K Networks, your source for strategic workforce intelligence. © N2K Networks, Inc. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The New England Clam SHack is a staple of the summer and on this episode we explore some of the best!

Once upon a time New York City oysters were not only plentiful and healthy in the harbor, they were an everyday, common food source. The original fast food!For that reason, the oyster could be an official New York City mascot. Oyster farming was a major occupation. Oyster houses were an incredibly common place for people to eat. The greatest restaurants in the city served oysters, as did the small basement dives.In many ways, they united all New Yorkers, not just from the Lower East Side to Fifth Avenue, but even with those people who came before – the Lenape indigenous tribes, the original Dutch settlers and even the colonial English. Oysters defined the New York City palate by the early 19th century. Businessmen like Thomas Downing (one of New York's first successful Black restaurateurs) fed the stock brokers on Wall Street while the Delmonico Brothers served them on the half-shell in their new French inspired eatery.But today -- New York City oysters are inedible. And for most of the 20th century, they were functionally extinct thanks to the harbor's notoriously poor water quality.Thanks to organizations like the Billion Oyster Project, however, the oyster has returned to the harbor. And soon we may see a billion oysters -- and more! Brian Reagor, director of development and communications at the Billion Oyster Project, joins Tom and Greg to discuss the fascinating process of reintroducing the oyster to its old home in New York harbor.Visit the website for more images and information on other Bowery Boys episodes The Bowery Boys Podcast is proud to be sponsored by Founded By NYC, celebrating New York City's 400th anniversary in 2025 and the 250th anniversary of the United States in 2026. Read about all the exciting events and world class institutions commemorating the five boroughs' legacy of groundbreaking achievements, and find ways to celebrate the city that's always making history at Founded by NYC.

Local stories on the global stage. It's curious how far news can travel, and what impact it can have. Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book by clicking here today, and get ready to enjoy some curious reading!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.