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Fonzie makes a timely return to sift through the wreckage of the Warriors' loss to the Bulldogs with Will and Jimmy. We'll discuss whether there should be any changes - and how likely those are - before a much-anticipated team list drop. Plus we've got the ComfortGlaze Lower Grade Report, NRLW recap, the NO UGLY Salty Moment of the Week and another PlaceMakers Warriors Legend. Join us as a paid subscriber on Substack at https://www.thiswarriorslife.com/This is a Frank podcast

TWL Podcast 2026: Ep 35 - Sisters Are Doin' It For Themselves feat. Honey Hireme-SmilerThis Warriors Life is joined LIVE! this Tuesday by a long-awaited special guest, Sky Sports presenter and crosscode international icon Honey Hireme-Smiler MNZM - and she's one of the all-time great ring-ins! We review the Warriors' scratchy NRL win over the Dragons, delve into the club's NRLW campaign and Honey's career and post-footy life, and break down the teams lists and preview this weekend's fixtures. Plus we've got the ComfortGlaze Lower Grade Report, the NO UGLY Salty Moment of the Week, a PlaceMakers wahine Warriors Legend and five double passes to give away to Saturday's NRL game thanks to the Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs!Join us as a paid subscriber on Substack at https://www.thiswarriorslife.com/This is a Frank podcast

TWL 2026: Ep 34 - Hohaia Ground feat. Lance HohaiaChampion utility Lance Hohaia beamed in from the USA to spend an hour and half with Will and Brad, recounting the fascinating ups and downs of his career that started in the Waikato, encompassed a decade and two grand finals with the Warriors, some glorious highs in a 28-Test Kiwis tenure, and finished with a stint and a Super League ring at St Helens.Behind-the-scenes yarns and insights aplenty - you'll love this one.Join us as a paid subscriber on Substack at https://www.thiswarriorslife.com/This is a Frank podcast

TWL 2026: Ep 33 - Top-two PrincesThe TWL crew break down Friday's win over the Tigers and bring in an intriguing Round 20 team list LIVE ahead of the Warriors' clash with the Dragons.Meanwhile, Brad has a keen eye on the NRL ladder and some side quests for the run home, Will's reliving some friends-turned-foes history after Bunty's sin bin - and there's another NO UGLY Salty giveaway, a PlaceMakers Warriors Legend and the Comfort Glaze Lower Grades report.Join us as a paid subscriber on Substack at https://www.thiswarriorslife.com/This is a Frank podcast

This Warriors Life brings up the 250-episode milestone with a fascinating LIVE! Team List Tuesday ahead of Friday's showdown with the Tigers, while there's some big recruitment and retention news plus a dominant season-opening display from the Warriors' NRLW side to recap. Join us as a paid subscriber on Substack at https://www.thiswarriorslife.com/This is a Frank podcast

TWL Podcast 2026: Ep 31 - My Nex-Generation feat. Gerard CroninA special bye-week episode presented by ComfortGlaze as Gerard Cronin, the brains and voice behind Warriors Anonymous' weekly highlights packages of the Warriors Harold Matts, SG Ball, Jersey Flegg and NSW Cup matches, joins TWL.It's a deep dive on the club's junior programme, as well as the performances of the Warriors' four teams below NRL level in 2026, the standout players and the young guns most likely to make the leap to the elite level.Check out the Warriors Anonymous podcast and NSWRL highlights: https://www.youtube.com/@warriorsanonymousJoin TWL as a paid subscriber on Substack at https://www.thiswarriorslife.com/This is a Frank podcast

TWL Podcast 2026: Ep 30 - Mid-season MaraudersIt's bye week for the Wahs' water-treading NRL side, but Will and Brad are still going LIVE - same bat time, same bat channel - for the NRLW Round 1 team list drop. We'll be unpicking the thriller against the Phins and the squad's tenuous outside-back situation, highlight the Warriors' lower-grade teams with the support of TWL's new partner ComfortGlaze, bring you another PlaceMakers Warriors legend and unveil the club's top 10 mid-season recruits following the arrival of a son of an icon. Join us as a paid subscriber on Substack at https://www.thiswarriorslife.com/This is a Frank podcast

TWL 2026: Ep 29 - Stadium LoveWill and Brad are still recharging the social batteries after a huge weekend in Canterbury and at One New Zealand Stadium, but they can't wait to tell you all about it. Meanwhile, Fonzie joins in to do the heavy lifting analysis-wise after a convincing yet patchy win over the Cowboys. Plus LIVE! team lists, a preview of the 2 v 3 blockbuster against the Dolphins and a look at the Warriors' alarming casualty ward. Also stay tuned for nother NO UGLY Salty giveaway and a PlaceMakers Warriors legend. Join us as a paid subscriber on Substack at https://www.thiswarriorslife.com/Brought to you by the Warriors-mad legends at Kingz Container Crew

TWL Podcast 2026: Ep 28 - ...Like ClockworkA bit of throuples therapy after tense back-to-back losses, with Fonzie rejoining Will and Brad to unpick the Sharks defeat, the ongoing line-up permutations, LIVE team list announcement, a preview of Sunday's clash with the Cowboys and a look ahead at a huge weekend in Ōtautahi Christchurch. PLUS another NO UGLY Salty giveaway and a Canterbury local for this week's PlaceMakers Warriors legend. Join us as a paid subscriber on Substack at https://www.thiswarriorslife.com/Brought to you by the Warriors-mad legends at Kingz Container Crew

TWL 2026 - Ep 27: Dai on this hill - feat. Dai HenwoodThere's no way you could enjoy this as much as Will and Brad did, but it's one of the great Team List Tuesday LIVE episodes courtesy of the long-awaited return of Dai Henwood ONZM! There's Dai's Sydney mini Magic Round, viewers watching us in the bath, recruit watch with Grant Anderson and Will Warbrick, Kane Evans' moving interview, a surprisingly big team list drop and a preview of Saturday's clash with the Sharks, another PlaceMakers Warriors legend profile and more No Ugly giveaways. Join us as a paid subscriber on Substack at https://www.thiswarriorslife.com/Brought to you by the Warriors-mad legends at Kingz Container Crew

TWL 2026 - Ep 26: Ill Telecommuncation feat. Jason ParisA special bye week treat for TWL as One NZ CEO, Warriors superfan and social media assassin Jason Paris stops in for an in-depth chat about what makes the Warriors' record-breaking partnership with One NZ tick, the ups and down of COVID and the 'Up the Wahs' phenomenon since, the infamous Twitter incident, One NZ and the prospect of a South Island NRL club, and the balance of being a passionate supporter and a chief sponsor. Join us as a paid subscriber on Substack at https://www.thiswarriorslife.com/Brought to you by the Warriors-mad legends at Kingz Container Crew

TWL 2026 - Ep 25: Signed, Sealed, DeliveredFonz, Will and Brad get together for a rare pre-record and break down the barnburner against the Panthers and dust off the mailbag to answer listener questions: Metcalf v TMM, Ali v Rocco, hooker depth, Capewell re-signing + much more. Join us as a paid subscriber on Substack at https://www.thiswarriorslife.com/Brought to you by the Warriors-mad legends at Kingz Container Crew

TWL 2026: Ep 24 - Half The World Away feat. Grant RovelliWill caught up with Grant Rovelli to walk through the underrated playmaker's rugby league journey, which took him from Mackay to Sydney Roosters, onto a career-defining stint with the Warriors and a boyhood dream realised at the Cowboys, before finishing back in Mackay. Warrior #127 also provides his thoughts on the current team's trajectory and comparisons to the overachieving 2007-08 combination that he was such a vital cog in. Join us as a paid subscriber on Substack at https://www.thiswarriorslife.com/Brought to you by the Warriors-mad legends at Kingz Container Crew

TWL 2026: Ep 23 - Fix Up, Look Sharp feat. Sam AckermanVeteran NZ league reporter Sam Ackerman joins Will and Brad to break down the win over the Dragons and take a LIVE look at the Round 13 team list ahead of the Warriors' top-of-the-table blockbuster against the Panthers.Plus an RTS tribute following his injury blow, the ongoing TMM vs LM debate, another NO UGLY Salty giveaway and an Aussie journeyman for this week's PlaceMakers Warriors Legend, and some great insights from Sam after a quarter of a century in the NZ sports media game. Join us as a paid subscriber on Substack at https://www.thiswarriorslife.com/Brought to you by the Warriors-mad legends at Kingz Container Crew

TWL Podcast 2026: Ep 22 - Knee DeepThere's a waka-load to cover in this Team List Tuesday LIVE ep - so Will, Fonz and Keith will do their best to unpack a storyline-laden Magic Round foray, where Tanah's injury, Luke's dramas and Te Maire's form leaves the Warriors; State of Origin (non) selection; and a fascinating team naming into a preview of the Rd 12 clash with the Dragons. Plus another NO UGLY Salty giveaway and a poignant PlaceMakers Warriors legend. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=naKGdNw61nsJoin us as a paid subscriber on Substack at https://www.thiswarriorslife.com/Brought to you by the Warriors-mad legends at Kingz Container Crew

TWL 2026: Ep 21 - Use Your IllusionTWL 2026: Ep 21 - Use Your IllusionMike Minogue joins Will and Brad LIVE! from Brisvegas ahead of today's mega blockbuster between the Warriors and the Broncos at Magic Round.Watch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hyiHpXtwd24Join us as a paid subscriber on Substack at https://www.thiswarriorslife.com/Brought to you by the Warriors-mad legends at Kingz Container Crew

TWL 2026: Ep 20 - In a Tanah of speakingNo game to review following the bye, but plenty for Will, Brad and Fonz to unpack after a hectic week off the paddock involving our halves: Tanah Boyd's re-signing and today's bombshell Metcalf news.Plus it's a massive Team List Tuesday ahead of the Warriors' Magic Round showdown with the Broncos, and we've another No Ugly Salty giveaway and a Tanah-esque TWL PlaceMakers Warriors legend profile. Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kyGnvCsNmTYBrought to you by the Warriors-mad legends at Kingz Container Crew ❤️

It's bye week, but Will and Brad are still putting in the reps LIVE! on Thursdee afternoon with some No Ugly Salty to give away to our lucky viewers, the next edition of TWL's PlaceMakers Warriors Legends - and some commentary on the reports around Luke Metcalf that exploded all over our feeds last night. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Getq0mkm29YJoin us as a paid subscriber on Substack at https://www.thiswarriorslife.com/Brought to you by the Warriors-mad legends at Kingz Container Crew

TWL 2026: Ep 18 - Dancing on the Ceiling feat. Sam Hewat For a bye week treat, Will and Fonzie are joined by Sam Hewat of Sport Nation Warriors commentary and 'Running it Straight' show fame. There's a wrap of the Round 9 win over the Eels and an overview of what's got the Warriors to where they are now and how far we think they can go - followed by a robust discussion about the line-up that can take us the furthest in 2026 and the retention puzzle.Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/qGg_sXx7W_sJoin us as a paid subscriber on Substack at https://www.thiswarriorslife.com/Brought to you by the Warriors-mad legends at Kingz Container Crew

TWL Podcast 2026: Ep 17 - Capital PunishmentWill and Brad with another LIVE Tuesday episode, recapping the Warriors' sleeves-rolled-up win over the Dolphins and bringing you what shapes as intriguing team list reveal ahead of Saturday's road trip to Parramatta.Meanwhile, an Eels junior features in the latest instalment of our PlaceMakers Warriors legends, and we've got the first of a weekly giveaway for you thanks to No Ugly.Watch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uwauy5KTmuAJoin us as a paid subscriber on Substack at https://www.thiswarriorslife.com/Brought to you by the Warriors-mad legends at Kingz Container Crew

TWL 2026 - Ep 15: Parallel Three-quarter LinesWill, Brad and Fonzie are comin' at ya for another LIVE! Tuesday episode, recapping a patchy Warriors win over the Titans and bringing you a fascinating TLT ahead of the Anzac Day clash with the Dolphins.Meanwhile, there's club news to touch on, more selection debate as the backline picture continues to get more clouded, and a Wellington product in the latest instalment of our PlaceMakers Warriors legends.Watch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dqbv3ekWQ14Join us as a paid subscriber on Substack at https://www.thiswarriorslife.com/Brought to you by the Warriors-mad legends at Kingz Container Crew

A jam-packed episode this week following the Warriors' momentous win over the Storm. Fonz joins for the first half to unpick the club's increasingly complicated spine situ, before Will and Brad take you through the team list and a preview for a banana skin clash with the Titans.Plus there's another PlaceMakers legend, unlikely ex-Warriors starring in Sydney, Niukore's impending departure and a beer commemorating Saturday's triumph at AAMI Park.Watch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OCy8b7LH5UgJoin us as a paid subscriber on Substack at https://www.thiswarriorslife.com/Brought to you by the Warriors-mad legends at Kingz Container Crew

TWL 2026: Ep 12 - Stormy WeatherTwo losses on the trot for the Warriors and plenty to unpack as injuries hit hard and selection calls divide the fanbase - all ahead of a massive showdown with the Storm. Join us as a paid subscriber on Substack at https://www.thiswarriorslife.com/Brought to you by the Warriors-mad legends at Kingz Container Crew

TWL 2026 - Ep 11: I'm Sticking With YouFonzie is back on deck as the TWL team break down the Warriors' first loss of the season, look ahead to Sunday's showdown with the Sharks and unpack an intriguing Team List Tuesday hot off the presses + Barnett's injury and another PlaceMakers Warriors Legend profile. Join us as a paid subscriber on Substack at https://www.thiswarriorslife.com/Brought to you by the Warriors-mad legends at Kingz Container Crew

If you've spent any time exploring Snohomish County, you already know it's the kind of place that sticks with you; snow-capped peaks, scenic backroads, waterfront towns and unforgettable local stories. In this episode of RV Out West, we sit down with the team behind Discover Snohomish County and the Snohomish County Placemaker's podcast to dive deeper into what makes this region a compelling travel destination right here in the Pacific Northwest. From outdoor adventure and RV campground ideas to local culture and community-driven storytelling, this conversation highlights why Snohomish County continues to capture attention from RV travelers and locals alike.We're joined by Richard and Nick, the voices behind the Snohomish County Placemakers podcast, where they spotlight the people, places, and experiences shaping the region. This episode feels like a relaxed, insider conversation; packed with travel tips, behind-the-scenes insights, and inspiration for your next road trip through Washington State. Whether you're planning an RV trip, looking for weekend getaway ideas near Seattle, or simply love discovering new destinations, this episode delivers value.Tune in to hear why Snohomish County deserves a spot on your travel radar, what you really should check out, and everything you need to know before your next adventureSend us Fan MailSign up for our NewsletterPlease follow the show so you never miss an episode. We ask that you also kindly give the show a rating and a review as well.Learn more about RV Out West over on our website at www.rvoutwest.comJoin in on the conversation via social media:InstagramFacebook

TWL 2026 - Ep 10: The Next Man Up EpisodeLike the Warriors, TWL has a couple of top-liners unavailable but will forge on regardless. Proven performer Keith Whitelock joins Will Evans, with Jimmy W making a Hanson-esque debut - and there's plenty to unpack after a sizzling 3-0 start. We review the win over the Knights, preview Friday's clash with the Tigers, discuss the increasingly complicated halves picture and the RTS/Anderson/Warbrick rumours, bring a juicy Warriors team list to you LIVE and remember another PlaceMakers Warriors legend. Join us as a paid subscriber on Substack at https://www.thiswarriorslife.com/Brought to you by the Warriors-mad legends at Kingz Container Crew

TWL 2026: Ep 9 - Boyd-N-The-HoodThe Warriors are 2-0 and flying - joining Will, Brad and Fonz as they break down another smackdown of a contender, bring you the Round 3 team list live and preview Saturday's road trip to Newcastle. Plus club news and another PlaceMakers Warriors legend profile. Join us as a paid subscriber on Substack at https://www.thiswarriorslife.com/Brought to you by the Warriors-mad legends at Kingz Container Crew

TWL 2026: Ep 8 - Warbrick by BrickWill, Brad and Fonz go LIVE! for a relatively uneventful Team List Tuesday - but a very enjoyable look at the Warriors' season-opening win. Plus there's the Will Warbrick news to cover along with a preview of Friday's clash with the Raiders and another PlaceMakers Warriors legend spotlight. Join us as a paid subscriber on Substack at https://www.thiswarriorslife.com/Brought to you by the Warriors-mad legends at Kingz Container Crew

TWL 2026: Ep 7 - It's My Party Team List Tuesday doesn't come any bigger than Round 1 - and Will, Brad and Fonz were there LIVE! to bring you the Warriors' line-up for Friday's season opener against the Roosters. Plus we celebrate Brad's birthday, look at the Barnett and Tuaupiki news, preview the Warriors-Roosters showdown and get wistful about our inaugural captain Dean Bell for the first edition of PlaceMakers' Warriors Legends. Join us as a paid subscriber on Substack at https://www.thiswarriorslife.com/Brought to you by the Warriors-mad legends at Kingz Container Crew

Every fourth Sunday, we will pause from our normal sermon series to examine work. Work is essential to the Christian walk and a place where we get to exercise our giftings in shaping the world. Each of these Sundays, Dave will interview a few of our members and how they experience work.

Milan, Daniel, Päivi and Mustafa, four leading placemakers from across Europe, share their reflections after attending Smart City Expo in Barcelona. The discussion moves from digital twins and civic participation to the challenge of scaling up placemaking while keeping it inclusive, slow, and meaningful. This episode highlights the tension and potential between the “smart” and the “place,” showing how collaboration, data, and creativity can help cities become both technologically advanced and deeply human.Guests:Daniel Rádai, urban planner - placemaker, Deputy Mayor for Urban Development, Budapest District 8, Józsefváros.Milena Ivkovic, public space designer, covic participation innovator, URBACT expert , Co-founder Blok74 Urban Simulations/ Urban Communications, Co-founder, Placemaking Western Balkans.Mustafa Sherif, Urbanist, Placemaker & Studio Manager at AFRY, Placemaking Sweden Director, Host of Urbanistica Podcast .Päivi Raivio, urban designer, placemaker, Co-founder of RaivioBumann urban design and placemaking studio, Co-founder of Parkly - urban furniture company. ____In collaboration with SMART CITY EXPO in Barcelona.Read more⁠⁠⁠https://www.smartcityexpo.com/#⁠⁠⁠___Keep Up the Good Work. Keep Loving Cities ❤️️__All opinions expressed in each episode are personal to the guest and do not represent the Host of Urbanistica Podcast unless otherwise stated.__Let's connect and talk further about this episode ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mustafa Sherif Linkedin⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Visit  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mustafasherif.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for collaborations and nominations or email me at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠info@mustafasherif.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Urbanistica on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ &⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

Well, better late than not at all. On Saturday morning, I went upstairs and said to my daughter, "Have you seen the orange envelopes that had all the voting?" "Oh, hell. Today, isn't it?" she said. "Yes." So we scrambled around and found it in that drawer that has everything, where they'd been since they arrived in the mail. And we had until midday to vote, so both got down to it, and I took hers in with mine to drop into the local library. I knew who I wanted to vote for, so that was relatively simple. And picked up her voting papers in the sealed envelope and mine, and went to our local library, and dropped them in. Which is what I did last local body elections. Scrambled around, but I had to make a special vote because I couldn't find my papers and posted them in Hamilton, at a library in Hamilton, just on the stroke of midday. I didn't even know if my vote counted, but hopefully it did. Hopefully I made it in time, and this time it certainly should. I wasn't the only one leaving it to the last minute, and I wasn't the only one scrambling around trying to get a special vote, as I'd done in the previous local body elections. The library was absolutely chocker when I went in there to post the envelopes. There was probably around about 30 odd people sitting on chairs and another 20 waiting to cast a special vote. At least we were trying to have our say. At least, even though we'd left it to the very last minute, we were trying to have our say in local body elections. And hopefully, by the time all of the special votes have been counted, the voter turnout will come up slightly because at the moment, it's the lowest voter turnout in 36 years. Less than a third of us, 32.65%, bothered to have our say. Of those who did, typically, it's the lazy city goers who were the most useless. In metro areas, only 28.8% cast their votes. Those in the provinces, 38.3%. While the rural turnout, yet again, it's the rural folk doing the heavy lifting, 43.6%. Auckland, Wellington, and Christchurch saw mayors elected with a landslide, if you can call it that when you've got such a low proportion of voters turning out. Local Government New Zealand wants to get voter turnout to 80%. As they say in the Placemakers ad, tell him he's dreaming. Mayor Brown called it a strong endorsement to finish what he started, which is over-egging the omelette. Andrew Little felt thrilled, excited, and somewhat daunted by the job ahead as Wellington Mayor. And Phil Major was surprised at the size of his majority. To be honest, I'm not particularly enthused about re-electing Wayne Brown. I did, but because there was very little in the way of options. He's not the most engaging of personalities, but, you know, when you're looking for a mayor, he turns up sober, gets things done, hasn't bonked anyone in the Ngati Whatua room. You know, so go Wayne. Better than you can say about other mayors around the country and in the past. And that's kind of how you get elected these days. If you're vaguely adequate, then people voters just think, thank heavens, and give you the tick. How on earth do we get a better turnout and more engaged communities? Councils matter. In 2024, councils across the country were responsible for $217 billion dollars' worth of assets and employed 39 and a half thousand staff. They had a collective spending power of $20 billion dollars. It really matters. That's our money. Political parties know the power of controlling these assets. Blocks of politically motivated people try to get on councils to push their agendas through. And they can do that because of the apathy of the voters. I mean, look what happened in Wellington. But what do we do? I think I'm preaching to the converted here. I imagine most of you would have been very sensible and cast your vote long before Saturday morning like me. But you and I are interested in politics. We know that we have a responsibility to vote. Don't we? I'm imagining that most of you would have turned out. If you didn't, I'd love to know why. If you did, how do we get more people to take an interest? The good councillors, and you know the ones in your area, I know the ones in mine, do their level best to get out there an show you what they're doing, show you how they're spending your money, exhorting you to take an interest in what they're doing, exhorting you to critique their performance. I don't know how it can be too hard. Maybe reading up on the backgrounds of the candidates, maybe reading what they want to spend your money on is hard. But so too is finding out that something you're vehemently opposed to or that your rates are going up and you've got no idea why. That's hard too. Choose your hard. Maybe having polling booths, maybe not having so long, because otherwise they go in that drawer where everything goes. I don't know. I would love to hear your ideas. Because it matters. It really does matter - $217 billion dollars worth of assets and a collective spending power of $20 billion dollars and two-thirds of New Zealand goes, "yeah, whatever." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Rion Willard and Michelle Fenton as they dive into the world of architecture and business strategy. Michelle shares insights on building high-performance teams, the importance of starting with "why," and the unique challenges faced by architects. Discover how they approach these issues with a mix of vision, practicality, and a touch of fun. What secret strategy helps teams perform better without superstars? Why is the "why" so crucial in architecture and business? How does Michelle balance vision and practicality in her projects? What surprising element makes their project planning so enjoyable?   To learn more about Michelle, visit her: Website: https://www.khoradesign.ca/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/khoradesign/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archkhora/   ► Transcription: https://otter.ai/u/fHQ0jq8GqkxG47fJCHH8CIHhMo4?utm_source=copy_url   ► Feedback? Email us at podcast@businessofarchitecture.com   ► Access your free training at http://SmartPracticeMethod.com/   ► If you want to speak directly to our advisors, book a call at https://www.businessofarchitecture.com/call   ► Subscribe to our YouTube Channel for updates:   https://www.youtube.com/c/BusinessofArchitecture   *******   For more free tools and resources for running a profitable, impactful, and fulfilling practice, connect with me on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/businessofarchitecture Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/businessofarch/ Website: https://www.businessofarchitecture.com/yt Twitter: https://twitter.com/BusinessofArch Podcast: http://www.businessofarchitecture.com/show iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/business-architecture-podcast/id588987926 Android Podcast Feed: http://feeds.feedburner.com/BusinessofArchitecture-podcast Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9idXNpbmVzc29mYXJjaGl0ZWN0dXJlLmxpYnN5bi5jb20vcnNz   *******   Access the FREE Architecture Firm Profit Map video here: http://freearchitectgift.com   Carpe Diem!

More is not always better, especially regarding the amount of timber in the frame of a house. The more timber there is, the less space there is for insulation. The way this is measured is called timber fraction. Most homes in Aotearoa are designed using the assumption that timber will make up around 14% - 18% of the area in a wall. A 2020 BRANZ research study found that in reality, the average timber fraction is closer to 40%. This means there is considerably less space available for insulation. Unfortunately, this is not always picked up during the consenting or pre-lining inspection process. H1 Energy Efficiency calculations are checked at the design stage, usually using the much lower default timber fraction assumption. The result of all this is that many consumers are effectively getting less insulation than they're paying for, and much more thermal bridging.  PlaceMakers has recently launched a new service providing a detailed report of the actual timber content for any wall frame and roof truss they supply. This accurate figure can then be used to provide true H1 calculations. Alternatively, a designer might choose to adapt their plan to reduce the thermal bridging and increase the amount of insulation. National Technical Resource Manager, Pete Hammond explains how Framology works. We also discuss the option of using external insulating products like RigidRAP-XT from IBS to eliminate thermal bridges.

placemakingpodcast@gmail.com Facebook-f Twitter Linkedin Instagram Large Scale Planning and Design for Urban Infill Projects with Joshua Brooks – Ep. 77About the GuestWelcome, fellow Placemakers, to another enriching episode of the Placemaking Podcast, where we explore the art and science of crafting vibrant communities. I'm your host, Matt Loos and today, we're diving into the dynamic realm of large-scale planning and infill real estate development.While our esteemed guest, Joshua Brooks from Sasaki, will be joining us shortly to share his invaluable insights, let's take a moment to shine a spotlight on a groundbreaking project that's been reshaping the urban landscape: the Denargo Market project in Denver, Colorado.Denargo Market stands as a testament to the transformative power of thoughtful planning and innovative design. Nestled in the heart of Denver, this initiative has breathed new life into a once-neglected industrial area, reimagining it as a thriving urban district that harmoniously blends commerce, culture, and community.Through strategic interventions and community collaboration, the Denargo Market project exemplifies the potential of repurposing underutilized spaces to create vibrant, sustainable neighborhoods that enrich the lives of residents and visitors alike.As we delve into our discussion on large-scale planning and infill real estate development, we'll draw inspiration from the successes of projects like Denargo Market, exploring the principles and practices that drive the creation of resilient, inclusive urban environments.So, dear listeners, get ready to embark on a journey of discovery and inspiration. Stay tuned as we uncover the secrets behind crafting spaces that not only reflect the spirit of their communities but also pave the way for a brighter, more connected future.Welcome to the Placemaking Podcast. Let's dive in. To Learn More About Joshua Brooks and Sasaki, Check out the Following Websites:LinkedIn - Joshua BrooksLinkedIn - SasakiSasaki Website P.S. We spend (a lot) of time, sweat, tears, and money creating each episode of The Placemaking Podcast. We do this without the support of sponsors as we want to keep the advertisements out of the picture and provide an add-free listening experience. YOUR support ensures we can keep delivering these discussions ad-free!If you feel compelled to donate to the show (and receive some cool bonuses...) you can check out my Patron Page. The Weekly Real Estate Development Workshop Receive the latest news Subscribe To Our Weekly Updates Find Us Here Facebook-f Twitter Linkedin-in Youtube The Placemaking Podcast All Rights Reserved © 2020

Petra Marko Architect, urban strategist and placemaking expert. Petra is co-founder of Marko&Placemakers -a consulting and city design agency- and creative director of the Milk collective. Active mainly in London, Marko has over 15 years of experience in the field of placemaking. Her mission is to build new identities and functions for the places in cities that need them most. Field research, visual storytelling and activation of public spaces: at Utopian Hours we will discover with her the full potential of meanwhile placemaking. ___ This episode is in collaboration with Utopian Hours. Read more about Utopian Hours ⁠⁠⁠here ⁠⁠⁠. Utopian Hours is the festival that talks about "city building": the ideas, projects and places that are improving life in cities around the world. For three days the festival gives voice to the protagonists of these changes: city makers, activists, architects and innovators share their experiences, stimulating new visions on urban evolution and a reflection on the concept of the city. ___ Picture of the speaker by Federico Masini ___ Keep Up the Good Work. Keep Loving Cities ❤️️ All opinions expressed in each episode are personal to the guest and do not represent the Host of Urbanistica Podcast unless otherwise stated. Let's connect and talk further about this episode ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mustafa Sherif Linkedin⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Visit  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mustafasherif.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for collaborations and nominations or email me at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠info@mustafasherif.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Urbanistica on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Thanks to Urbanistica Podcast partner AFRY (Urban Planning and Design) AFRY is an international engineering and design company providing sustainable solutions in the fields of --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/urbanistica-podcast/message

Nathan Norris and I have been involved in New Urbanism and the Congress for the New Urbanism for more than 25 years. And yet, our backgrounds and path to it couldn't be more different. Nathan came a military and a legal background, while I came from an architecture and design background. In fact, most New Urbanists were originally like me, and people like Nathan were the outliers.Nathan talks about how he followed his passions, sort of. Basically, things that angered him, led him to future work. Don't get the wrong idea - Nathan is not an angry guy. But he does describe how he found his way eventually to Placemakers, working in downtown Lafayette, Louisiana, and then back on his own with the City Building Partnership. We talk a lot about the importance of messaging and clear language, implementation of form-based codes, especially the SmartCode, and The Urban Guild among other topics.Find more content on The Messy City on Kevin's Substack page.Music notes: all songs by low standards, ca. 2010. Videos here. If you'd like a CD for low standards, message me and you can have one for only $5.Intro: “Why Be Friends”Outro: “Fairweather Friend” Get full access to The Messy City at kevinklinkenberg.substack.com/subscribe

On this episode of Campfire, Jackson is joined by Ryan Rzepecki, the Founder and CEO of Spectra Cities. Spectra helps placemakers design and model virtual cities. They also plan to eventually build a real-world million-person city. Leveraging the power of VR and AR, architects, urban designers, and engineers can create "blocks" that bring city planning ideas to life.Topics Covered: Introduction to Spectra — (01:23)Spectra's Audience — (03:26)Open Source and Revenue — (04:20)Building a Community of Placemakers — (06:24)Building Neighborhoods in Spectra — (08:23)Harnessing AR and VR for Citybuilding — (09:54)The Optimal Spectra Setup — (12:04)Making Micro Mobility Work — (14:05)Advocating for Bikes in Your Community — (17:03)Reforming Versus Building New Cities — (21:36)Campfire is brought to you by Cabin - a network of coliving neighborhoods for nature-loving creators and remote workers. You can learn more at the following links:Website (cabin.city)TwitterDiscordRead more urbanist content at The Future of Living Newsletter Episode Links: Spectra's Website Spectra on TwitterRyan on Twitter Episode Credit:Hosted by @JacksonStegerSound Engineering by @ProdcolinProduced + Distributed by @PhilippeIze

Robin Abad Ocubillo (Director, San Francisco Shared Spaces Program, USA)Robin has been involved for over a decade in civic innovation with public spaces that have transformed not only the physical spaces of the city but our expectations about how streets and sidewalks can serve us. These decades-long experiments, notably the parklet typology, have also prompted us to make sometimes slow, and incremental, but nonetheless radical shifts in governance and policy of the public realm.Robin discusses how places are physical, but also imprinted with socio-psychological histories and memories. He asserts that as Placemakers, we have an opportunity to recentre our work on healing, justice, and reparative work.If public spaces truly do belong to all of us - to all of humanity - and we have a “Right to the City” as Henri Le Febvre famously wrote, Robin believes that we need to start leveraging our practice to break down barriers - be they physical, psychological, regulatory, informal - to access and ownership. If we cast ourselves as practitioners who are trying to bring people together, he says; and create a deeper sense of togetherness and ownership over public spaces, then we need to take seriously that we've all inherited customs and structures and expectations formulated in large part by racism, white supremacy, patriarchy and other exclusive, oppressive paradigms.As a placemaker, Robin sees how we also have a responsibility to understand our own individual positinality, identify, and how that colours our approach and philosophy to the work.In collaboration with Placemaking Week Europe in Pontevedra.Read more https://placemaking-europe.eu/Keep Up the Good Work. Keep Loving Cities ❤️️All opinions expressed in each episode are personal to the guest and do not represent the Host of Urbanistica Podcast unless otherwise stated.Let's connect and talk further about this episode Mustafa Sherif Linkedin.Visit  Mustafasherif.com for collaborations and nominations or email me at info@mustafasherif.comFollow Urbanistica on Instagram, Facebook & Youtube channel.Thanks to Urbanistica Podcast partner AFRYAFRY is an international engineering and design company providing sustainable solutions in the fields of energy, industry, and infrastructure.Read more about AFRY https://afry.com/en KEEP UP THE GOOD WORKKEEP LOVING CITIES https://plus.acast.com/s/urbanistica. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Eric and Sara Joy chat with Pastor Scott Woller about the model of building both a church and a coffee shop. While Pastor Scott does not say it directly, in essence, he aimed to develop a "third place." Third place is a term coined by Ray Oldenburg to describe those places that we find ourselves visiting on a fairly regular basis that are not our homes and not our places of work. Third places can take a variety of forms. They can be coffee shops, pubs, barber shops, or even a collection of mailboxes near some seating. Third places play a crucial role in connecting people in a neighborhood and breaking down barriers presented by demographic differences. With a mission to reach the urban dweller who may have little interest or experience with a church, Scott and his wife started Corner Coffee as a way to connect with neighbors and build relationships within walking distance of where they live and worship. He started Corner Church alongside Corner Coffee in order to reach regular customers in the neighborhood with the gospel.A distinctly different model than a church with a coffee shop in the lobby, Corner Coffee is the main user and lease holder on the property and Corner Church leases space from the coffee shop in order to meet there on Sundays. The pastoral staff of Corner Church also serve in management, service, and administrative capacities for the coffee shop. The financials between the church and the coffee shop are completely separate, and Pastor Scott shares about the risky and sometimes tough road it has been to build both a profitable business and a sustaining church. Despite the difficulties, they have been dedicated to creating a place that cultivates regular, consistent interactions with the neighborhood so they can make a difference in people's lives. A coffee shop has been their chosen venue for turning a localized customer base of "regulars" into friends and community members. He also discusses their church's foundation of evangelism being centered on "redefinition." This approach means they want to be at the forefront of redefining what is means to be a follower of Christ, what it means to be the church, and walking relationally with people through the learning process. This is their "why" and what motivates them to continue pressing into the daily grind of coffee shop work and pastoring. Since its inception in the North Loop in 2005, Corner Church has planted three additional coffee shops and churches in walkable neighborhoods in the Minneapolis metro area.Eric and Sara Joy also speak with two field guides who expand upon the concept of third places in communities and the important role these play in our civic relationships and well-being. Hazel Borys with PlaceMakers shares her definition of third place, why these spaces matter, and important characteristics that make them successful. Rich Heyman from the University of Texas provides the historic background on the development of third places and the positives and negatives that can be associated with these communal spaces. Episode ContributorsScott Woller is the North Loop Pastor of Corner Church in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Rich Heyman is a Lecturer in the Department of American Studies at University of Texas at Austin. His research interests include cultural geography, urban geography, critical theory and Marxism, history of geography, pedagogy, and public space. He recently contributed to an article in The Atlantic entitled Do Yourself a Favor and Go Find a ‘Third Place'.Hazel Borys is the Managing Director at PlaceMakers. As Managing Principal, Hazel inspires the company to deliver an exceptional product to a developing marketplace. She guides governments through zoning reforms — allowing walkable, mixed-use, compact, resilient places to develop by-right — and helps developers get things built under the increasingly-prevalent form-based codes and character-based land use laws of the new economy.Access more Show Notes with pictures and resources related to this episode. Sign up for the free online Community Forum on August 23, 2022 to discuss this episode with Eric, Sara Joy, and Chris and other podcast listeners. Register today!More information about this podcast and helpful church and urbanism resources can be found on The Embedded Church website.Related ResourcesCorner ChurchCorner CoffeePlaceMakersDo Yourself a Favor and Go Find a ‘Third Place' - The AtlanticThe third place: What is it & how does it relate to coffee shops? - Perfect Daily GrindThe Great Good Place by Ray OldenburgSeason 5: Episode 2 - Social Infrastructure and the church - The Embedded Church PodcastFind these Key Terms on The Embedded Church website:- Pedestrian Shed- Proximity- Third Place- Social Capital- Suburbanization- ZoningShow CreditsHosted and Produced by Eric O. Jacobsen and Sara Joy ProppeEdited by Adam Higgins | Odd Dad Out Voice ProductionsTheme Music by Jacob ShafferArtwork by Lance Kagey | Rotator Creative

There is a bit of a supply shortage problem going on at PlaceMakers.On Thursday, PlaceMackers delivered price rise and shortage information, revealing Pink Batts has had production issues.Another product of concern is Gib, with customers being told to order it now for July.NZ Herald Business Editor at Large Liam Dann joined Heather du Plessis-Allan.LISTEN ABOVE

This is just epic stuff! Thanks to Placemakers, James won a toolbox full of Makita powertools, just days after his van got broken into and he had all his tool taken!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

placemakingpodcast@gmail.com Facebook-f Twitter Linkedin Instagram The Art & Science of Making Places Into Living Spaces with Alberto Mattiello – Ep. 51 About the Guest I am extremely excited to share this next conversation with all of you. Today on the show I have Alberto Mattiello, the Creative Director of the Placemakers Group of Companies and Founder of Eitherland. Alberto is an award-winning entrepreneur, business futurist, author, and keynote speaker. Author of ‘Mind The Change' and ‘Marketing Thinking' and curator of the local edition of the MIT Sloan books, he is a technology and business innovation expert. As Creative Director of the Placemakers Group, Alberto guides the design direction of several companies that all revolve around enhancing public spaces. As you'll hear in this episode, he is also the Founder of Eitherland, a company focused on outdoor workspaces. The Placemakers group is the world's biggest street furniture manufacturer group. They are exclusively committed to anticipating future trends and designing urban spaces that enhance interpersonal connections, citizens' wellbeing, engagement and performance as a whole. The group consists of six companies currently. They are Metalco, Bellitalia, CityDesign, MyEquilibria, 1984, and of course Eitherland. The Placemakers mission is simple: start with a beautiful public space and transform it into a living place that brings immediate and tangible benefits to communities, municipalities and people who use it. In this episode, we are going to dive deep into the ideas behind effective placemaking, understand how being outdoors can actually reshape neural pathways in the brain, and a look into the future of public spaces and the various activities that will be brought back into the public realm. There is loads of great information in this episode and I greatly appreciated Alberto for taking the time out of his tremendously busy schedule to discuss this topic of the art & science of making ordinary places into truly living spaces with me.  As always, if you have enjoyed the show, please subscribe to the show and share it with your friends in the industry. There will be more exciting conversations on the shows to come. Main Take-Away's From This Show This was another enjoyable episode to record. I honestly threw out the topics I had written for the show and just began diving into various topics as they arose. Alberto really understood the built environment and was in tune with how people interacted with the public realm. The way the Placemakers group is literally re-shaping the public areas is unbelievable.  There were so many great talking points that Alberto made throughout the discussion, so it is hard to just pick three for my main take-away's this week. The following main topics of the show come from an understanding of placemaking that they both possess. Citizens are no Longer Loyal to A Certain City The Pandemic and Theory “U” The Best Way to See How People will React to your Placemaking Ideas is to Actually Implement them As always, I will dig into each of these “take-away's” every week on the blog. So, without further a due, here we go! Citizens are no Longer Loyal to A Certain City This first point is one that we in the U.S. probably don't always relate to but at some level we do have a loyalty to our hometown. The same is true for most around the world. However, with the globalization of the world, we are seeing less and less loyalty to the places our family is from or where we grew up. As Alberto mentioned, this trend is becoming more apparent in Europe where there was often a strong tie to stay “close to home” when starting adulthood. This point was brought up due to the fact that cities are changing. People are moving to cities they actually want to live in. Employment locations are not as big as a factor as they once were due to the great reshuffling that is occurring in this pandemic.

In this week's episode of The PlaceMakers, TJ sits downs with Samyr from Knack and Cooper from Rah Rah to talk about SAAS replacing traditional face to face in higher ed.  Great episode that you don't want to miss.

In this week's episode of The Placemakers, TJ sits downs with Pete Cramer, Director of Development, Wexford; Mark Long, Director of Incubation Services, University of Florida; and Jabir McKnight, Co-Founder, Director of Campus Recruitment & Business Development at DREAMBEACON to discuss The future of Entrepreneurship and Innovation in Higher Ed. You're gonna love it.

Today on Slate Money, hosts Felix Salmon of Fusion, Cathy O'Neil, author of, Weapons of Math Destruction, and Slate Moneybox columnist Jordan Weissmann discuss: America's growing lead poisoning problem The actual effectiveness of China's educational system How some of the Pulse nightclub victim's families are suing Facebook, Twitter, and Google for their roles in spreading ISIS propaganda Check out other Panoply podcasts at itunes.com/panoply. Email: slatemoney@slate.comTwitter: @felixsalmon, @mathbabedotorg, @JHWeissmann Production by Zachary DinersteinSlate Money is brought to you by Placemakers, a new Slate podcast made possible by JPMorgan Chase. This podcast tells the stories of neighborhoods, businesses, and nonprofits who are working together to move their communities forward. Download and Subscribe to Placemakers wherever you get your podcasts.And by Rocket Mortgage from Quicken Loans. Rocket Mortgage brings the mortgage process into the twenty-first century with an easy online process. Check out Rocket Mortgage today at QuickenLoans.com/slatemoney.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Slate Money, hosts Felix Salmon of Fusion, Cathy O'Neil, author of the upcoming, Weapons of Math Destruction, and Slate Moneybox columnist, Jordan Weisman, discuss: Apple's overseas tax problem.How the university Harvey Mudd transformed its Computer Science department to encourage an unprecedented number of female majors.How the struggling clothing chain Aéropostale is being bought by the malls that house their stores.Email: slatemoney@slate.comTwitter: @felixsalmon, @mathbabedotorg, @JHWeissmannProduction by Zachary DinersteinSlate Money is brought to you by Boll and Branch. Get $50 off your first set of sheets, plus free shipping, by going to BollandBranch.com and using promo code money.And by Wunder Capital, an award-winning online investment platform that allows individuals to invest in solar energy projects across the U.S. Create an account for free at WunderCapital.com/money.And by Placemakers, a new Slate podcast made possible by JPMorgan Chase. This podcast tells the stories of neighborhoods, businesses, and nonprofits that are working together to move their communities forward. Download and subscribe to Placemakers wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Slate Money, hosts Felix Salmon of Fusion, Slate's Moneybox columnist Jordan Weissmann, and Senior Finance Correspondent at Business Insider, Linette Lopez (@lopezlinette). Topics discussed on today's show include:Why the brokerage firm Sanford C. Bernstein & Co., LLC. says passive investing is worse than Marxism.What the makers of the anti-allergy shot EpiPen are saying vs. what they are doing about the high cost of the drug.Why people are sick and tired of hedge funds.Check out other Panoply podcasts at itunes.com/panoply.Email: slatemoney@slate.comTwitter: @felixsalmon, @mathbabedotorg, @JHWeissmannProduction by Veralyn Williams.Slate Money is brought to you by Harry's. For a smooth shave at a great price, go to Harrys.com and use promo code money to get 5 dollars off your first purchase.And by Placemakers, a new Slate podcast made possible by JPMorgan Chase. This podcast tells the stories of neighborhoods, businesses, and nonprofits that are working together to move their communities forward. Download and Subscribe to Placemakers wherever you get your podcasts.And by Trunk Club. Look your best in clothes hand-picked by your own personal stylist. Get started today at TrunkClub.com/money. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Slate Money, hosts Felix Salmon of Fusion, Cathy O'Neil, author of the upcoming, Weapons of Math Destruction, and Slate Moneybox columnist Jordan Weissmann discuss the scuttlebutt at Wal-Mart, Uber, and in Massachusetts law.Topics discussed on today's show include:-Why does Wal-Mart reportedly want to buy Jet.com?-Uber will merge with Didi Chuxing, China's biggest domestic ride-sharing company.- It's officially illegal in Massachusetts to be asked about your salary at a job interview.Check out other Panoply podcasts at itunes.com/panoply.Email: slatemoney@slate.comTwitter: @felixsalmon, @mathbabedotorg, @JHWeissmannProduction by Veralyn Williams.Slate Money is brought to you by Boll and Branch. Get 20 percent off your entire order, plus free shipping, by going to BollandBranch.com and using promo code money.And by Placemakers, a new Slate podcast made possible by JPMorgan Chase. This podcast tells the stories of neighborhoods, businesses, and nonprofits that are working together to move their communities forward. Download and Subscribe to Placemakers wherever you get your podcasts.And by Wunder Capital. Invest in large-scale solar project across the US. Create an account for free at Wundercapital.com/money. Invest in Wunder Capital's solar funds. Do well and do good. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.