Podcasts about PPE

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Jennifer Barbosa. CEO and Founder of International Supply Partners (ISP), about breaking into government contracting, navigating a male-dominated industry, and the complexities of supply chain management.

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Jennifer Barbosa. CEO and Founder of International Supply Partners (ISP), about breaking into government contracting, navigating a male-dominated industry, and the complexities of supply chain management.

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Jennifer Barbosa. CEO and Founder of International Supply Partners (ISP), about breaking into government contracting, navigating a male-dominated industry, and the complexities of supply chain management.

Branden Hudson interviews Shaheen Mazloom, owner of Versa Business Systems, about building a value-first B2B company after leaving sales roles where he felt customers weren't treated fairly. Shaheen traces his path from early entrepreneurship, managing a Hat World store as a teen, learning B2B through Verizon, moving to DC to learn AT&T, and transitioning into credit card processing before starting Versa nine years ago with little money and no reputation. Versa serves startups through Fortune 500s with funding, credit card processing, AI/bot systems, tax incentives, and employee benefits, aiming to save clients money and help them scale, now with about 1,200 repeat clients. Shaheen shares key lessons on adapting (including pivoting to PPE during COVID), the reality of major losses, perseverance, and using daily gratitude lists to manage depression. He outlines plans to grow from “best to biggest” via acquisitions and discusses Coastal Business Leaders, including Homeless to Homeowner and a local networking event on October 12 at A Shore.00:00 Welcome and Support00:47 Meet Shaheen Mazloom02:05 Versa Origin Story03:18 What Versa Actually Does04:59 Scaling Services Over Time08:30 Taking the Leap09:12 Early Hustle and Roots10:46 First Sales Lessons14:45 AT&T Pivot and Mobile Store17:29 Credit Card Processing Era21:11 Why He Left the Industry22:26 Brother Deal Breaking Point25:30 Starting a Consulting Firm26:05 Starting Versa Leap27:25 Sales Trap Reality29:14 Consultative Solutions31:04 Nine Year Lessons31:58 PPE Pivot Loss35:52 Mental Health Tools40:28 Scaling Through Acquisitions42:09 Coastal Leaders Mission46:30 Value Marketing No Cold Calls48:39 Networking Event Plugs50:07 Final Thanks Wrap

While the deadlines for the administration to take action in the Section 232 probes on robotics and industrial machinery; PPE, medical consumables, and medical equipment; and wind turbines have already passed, action in these proceedings remains a distinct possibility. By: Alvaro Ferreira

Train Clean, Fight Dirty | Ryan Conley of Carna Bunker GearVisit: Carna Bunker Gearhttps://www.carnabunkergear.com/This week, we're joined by Ryan Conley from Carna Bunker Gear for a conversation about firefighter training, cancer prevention, fitness, and why we may need to rethink how often we train in our frontline turnout gear.Ryan shares how his background as a firefighter, strength athlete, coach, and exercise physiology nerd eventually led to the creation of Carna Bunker Gear — training gear designed to give firefighters the weight and thermal challenges of bunker gear without unnecessarily training in contaminated frontline PPE.We get into PFAS, PAHs, dirty gear, SCBAs, apparatus contamination, decon, thermal adaptation, firefighter fitness, and the cumulative exposures firefighters face throughout a 20–30 year career.But the conversation goes beyond cancer.How hard should you actually work out while you're on duty? Could crushing yourself during a workout make you a liability if the tones drop five minutes later? And has the fire service gone too far with “safety culture”… or are we finally getting smarter about risks we can actually control?Adam also asks one of the biggest questions of the episode:Was it worth it?Despite the risks, injuries, sleepless nights, cancer concerns, and everything this career asks of us — for the families we showed up for on the worst days of their lives, the answer is still YES.We also close this episode by recognizing the 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, remembering the 343 firefighters who made the ultimate sacrifice and those we have continued to lose in the years since.Never Forget.

This week, we sit down with Tony Aquilino of Annapolis Makerspace, a community workshop on Hudson Street where members have access to everything from traditional woodworking equipment to 3D printers, laser engravers, and CNC machines. Aquilino describes it as a "gym membership except for tools," but the real value may be the community of makers who share their skills, help solve problems, and teach one another along the way. We talk about the incredible variety of projects that come through the shop, including restoring a generations-old rocking chair, building sailboat parts, creating one-of-a-kind gifts and prototyping equipment for Chesapeake Bay research. We also talk about how Annapolis Makerspace stepped up to produce thousands of PPE face shields during COVID, the growing mix of traditional craftsmanship and new technology, and how someone with an idea—but not necessarily the tools or know-how—can get started. Have a listen. LINKS: Annapolis Makerspace (Website)

This panel session featuring Burma Christian diaspora oral history fellows Bawi Tin Par, Van Sui, Ma May Si, and Ciin Kham was recorded on August 7, 2026, as part of the Our Stories, Our Faith conference "Burma Christian Diaspora in Indianapolis: Celebrating Our Stories, Embracing Our Challenges." More information about the conference can be found at https://ourstoriesourfaith.org/.Meet the Oral History FellowsBawitin Par currently works as a home-based case manager, supporting individuals and families through compassionate care and advocacy. She is pursuing a Master's degree in Biblical Counseling and Clinical Counseling in Mental Health, integrating faith-based principles with professional counseling practices. In addition to academic and professional responsibilities, Bawitin serves as a Ministry Assistant for the High School Ministry, where she is passionate about mentoring and encouraging young people in their spiritual growth. Through her work, studies, and ministry involvement, she is committed to serving others with empathy, integrity, and Christ-centered guidance.Ciin Kham is a Licensed Minister and LMFTA (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate) serving the southside community of Indianapolis. With a deep passion for supporting the Burmese diaspora facing mental health challenges, Ciin offers holistic care that integrates clinical expertise with faith-based counseling. Their work fosters emotional healing and spiritual growth through culturally sensitive support, practical teaching, and accessible resources. Rooted in compassion, clarity, and hope, Ciin equips individuals and communities to thrive in both faith and life.Ma May Si, also known as Maysi, is a passionate Matu Chin leader in the community. She obtained her Master's in Public Health from the University of Missouri-Columbia, with an emphasis in Promotion and Policy, and recently moved to Indiana to reunite with family and to better serve the Burmese community. Maysi currently serves as the Vice President for the Matu Affairs Organization USA, volunteers at the Chin Center, and is a youth leader at her church in Indianapolis. Through the OSOF Fellows Program, she hopes to amplify the stories of the Burmese Christian diaspora and highlight the profound role God has played in the lives of community members.Van Sui is the founder of JeSui Strategies, a Kingdom-focused public affairs, political, and government affairs consulting firm. She is a civic leader who demonstrates leadership through government and community services. Van has participated in competitive leadership programs such as the Global Young Diplomats Forum, Global Leadership Series, and National Leadership Academy of Congressional Studies in Washington, D.C. She earned a master's in leadership and public service (LPS) and a bachelor's in political science, philosophy, and economics (PPE), both from private Christian universities. As a pastor's kid, Van grew up in a church-centered environment in Burma/Myanmar. She came to the U.S. in 2013 and has called Indiana home since then.Photo credit (thumbnail): Jacob Him, Svolta Film This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit caacptsem.substack.com

What should a student know before walking into welding school on day one? In this episode of Weld Wednesday with AWS, I sit down with Josh Wolfe, welding instructor at Laurel Oaks in Wilmington, Ohio, and host of the Speaking of Skilled Trades podcast, for an honest conversation about what it really takes to succeed in welding education. We talk about why safety rules in a welding lab are different from the arbitrary rules students may be used to, how quickly one careless decision can change a life, and why PPE and safe habits have to become automatic. Josh and I also discuss the importance of attitude, grit, accepting direct feedback, and using every available minute in the booth. Nobody looks back and wishes they had burned less rod. For more information on AWS Click Here Josh Wolfe on Instagram: @wolfe_cte Speaking of Skilled Trades podcast: Listen on Spotify Arc Junkies Podcast: arcjunkies.com Weld Wednesday with AWS: aws.org/podcasts Arc Junkies Instagram: @ArcJunkiesPodcast

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"New York City is where dreams come to audition", and this goes for manufacturers too.Recorded live at New Lab in Brooklyn, this episode is split into three segments and features seven guests. Chris explores what manufacturing means in a city best known for 'wall street'.Andrew, James, and Stacey open the show by digging into New York's overlooked industrial past, including a 250-year stretch where the city was the largest manufacturing hub in the country. Jacob, Nikki, and Miquela then take the stage to talk about what's being built in the city today, from robotics to a single Brooklyn facility housing 17 different manufacturing verticals.Finally, Michelle of New York Embroidery Studio joins Chris one-on-one to share her insights after nearly 30 years of manufacturing experience, including how she pivoted her entire operation overnight to produce PPE during COVID.In this episode, find out:What the Brooklyn Navy Yard's 300-acre footprint looks like today, decades after its WWII peakWhy New York's robotics ecosystem might never look like Detroit or Pittsburgh and how that could be an advantageWhat 17 different manufacturing verticals look like inside a single Brooklyn facilityHow one manufacturer pivoted from designing gowns for the Met Gala to producing 3 million isolation gowns a monthWhy New York's built-in market of 8 million consumers gives local manufacturers an edge most cities can't offerWhat it took to solve a 20-year-old medical design flaw by giving a doctor direct access to a factory floorEnjoying the show? Please leave us a review here. Even one sentence helps. It's feedback from Manufacturing All-Stars like you that keeps us going!Tweetable Quotes:"All These inventions that came from here - the laser, the CCD, the ATM machine, the transistor, vulcanized rubber - all those things went somewhere else to build.” - James Williams, Chief Strategy Officer at Nanotronics"It's not that somebody is getting rid of the hand tools, it's that it's merging with additional technology." - Miquela Craytor, Founder & Principal, Craytor Strategies"Smart people that have problems need to have access to factories to create and build new things." - Michelle Feinberg, Owner of New York Embroidery Studio and NYES ProtectLinks & mentions:CliftonLarsonAllen, sponsor of the All-American Manufacturing Summer Tour, offering industry-focused wealth advisory, outsourcing, audit, tax, and consulting services.MaintainX, sponsor of the tour, helping frontline teams streamline maintenance, standard operating procedures, and more from a mobile device.New Lab, an innovation hub based at the Brooklyn Navy Yard, hosting this episode and supporting startups working on advanced technology and manufacturing.Make sure to visit http://manufacturinghappyhour.com for detailed show notes and a full list of resources mentioned in this episode. Stay Innovative, Stay Thirsty.

Twenty-five years ago this month, nearly 350 New York City firefighters died during the collapse of the World Trade Center towers on September 11, 2001. For the next 10 months, FDNY members spent countless hours searching for victims and clearing wreckage from Ground Zero and related sites. Many of those workers have since come down with various respiratory diseases, cancers, and other ailments as a result of their work. But among all this loss, tragedy, and sacrifice, there is also a tremendous success story here. Just a month after the attacks, FDNY stood up what would become the FDNY World Trade Center Health Program to monitor and treat its exposed members. The program has been nothing short of miraculous at diagnosing and treating diseases stemming from 9/11. In fact, by many metrics, FDNY members exposed at Ground Zero have better health outcomes than the general population.  Today on the podcast, we talk with Dr. David Prezant, the chief medical officer at FDNY, about this remarkable program. We discuss how the program works, what its success says about routine health monitoring and early treatment, and we reflect on the enduring impact that 9/11 has had on firefighter PPE and overall firefighter health and wellness. Links:  Read the new NFPA Journal feature about the many enduring legacies of September 11 View NFPA's new 9/11 archive, "NFPA and the World Trade Center: 25 Years Later"  Learn more about the FDNY World Trade Center Health Program Visit Asset Panda, our sponsor for this episode of the NFPA Podcast  

For Part 2 of our two-part Line Life Podcast series on safety in the line trade, Max Fuentes shares practical safety advice for young and aspiring lineworkers, stressing continuous training, effective tailboards and pre-job briefings and the importance of having observers and teamwork during live-line work. He outlines common causes of accidents — poor rigging, damaged PPE, induction hazards, incorrect grounding and inadequate traffic control — and urges following procedures, learning from experienced lineworkers and prioritizing getting home safely each night. To listen to Part 1 of this series, visit the Line Life Podcast on Podbean or your favorite podcasting app. Thanks for listening to and sharing this episode to keep lineworkers safe in the field. For more information about safety in the line trade, you can attend the 2026 International Lineman's Rodeo Safety and Training Conference this October. While you're in Kansas City, stop by the T&D World booth at the International Lineman's Expo to participate in a future podcast recording for the Line Life Podcast.   

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Jennifer Barbosa. CEO and Founder of International Supply Partners (ISP), about breaking into government contracting, navigating a male-dominated industry, and the complexities of supply chain management.

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Jennifer Barbosa. CEO and Founder of International Supply Partners (ISP), about breaking into government contracting, navigating a male-dominated industry, and the complexities of supply chain management.

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Jennifer Barbosa. CEO and Founder of International Supply Partners (ISP), about breaking into government contracting, navigating a male-dominated industry, and the complexities of supply chain management.

Recorded live at INTERSCHUTZ, this episode puts the spotlight on PBI and the people behind the protection firefighters rely on every day. I sit down with Dan Melia, a 35-year FDNY veteran, former Safety Chief and long-time firefighter PPE advocate, whose career has taken him from operational firefighting and FDNY Research & Development into NFPA PPE standards work and, more recently, his role with PBI. We get into the evolution of bunker gear, what firefighters really need to understand about the kit protecting them, lessons learned from decades inside FDNY, and why PBI continues to invest so heavily in firefighter safety, education and the wider fire-service community. It's a proper fire-nerd conversation about PPE, protection, performance and making better-informed decisions about the gear between firefighters and the fire.Access all episodes, documents, GIVEAWAYS & debriefs HEREPodcast Apparel, Hoodies, Flags, Mugs HERE Please check out our Partners supporting this episode areWilliam Wood Watches - Discount code FFPODCAST gives the user 10% off full range on websitePBI high-performance fabrics GORE-TEX Professional ClothingMSA The Safety CompanyJAFCODELTA FIRESend us Fan MailSupport the show***The views expressed in this episode are those of the individual speakers. Our partners are not responsible for the content of this episode and does not warrant its accuracy or completeness.***Please support the podcast and its future by clicking HERE and joining our Patreon Crew

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Are you unknowingly exposed to emotional toxins? Learn how small doses of negativity can become harmful—plus tools for protection.Have you ever wondered at what point something seemingly harmless turns harmful? Jeff and Eric talk about the scientific concept of “lethal dose 50 percent” (LD50)—the dose at which a substance kills 50% of test subjects—and turns it into a powerful metaphor for our emotional and mental lives.They talk about real-world examples from pest control to revisit the idea that “the poison is in the dose”—showing that toxicity isn't just about chemicals, but also about what we let into our hearts and minds. From social media and the news to complex family gatherings and self-criticism, modern life exposes us to mental and emotional toxins in small but accumulating doses.What you'll learn and why it matters:How everyday exposures (news, social media, relationships) can build up and become emotionally toxic over timeThe science of LD50 and how it relates to emotional intelligence and mental boundariesSigns you may have crossed from healthy consumption to emotional overloadHow to use “personal protective equipment” (PPE) for your mind—like emotional audits, self-awareness, and healthy boundariesThe importance of grace, self-forgiveness, and practical strategies for resetting after overexposureWhat is LD50 and how does it relate to emotional health? - LD50 stands for “lethal dose 50 percent”—the point at which a substance is fatal to half of a population. In emotional health, it represents how small exposures to negativity or stress can add up to unhealthy levels over time.How can everyday things like news and social media become toxic? - Repeated or excessive exposure—even to seemingly harmless things like news or social feeds—can accumulate and lead to emotional overwhelm, anxiety, or negativity if not managed.What are some signs I'm getting too much emotional toxicity? - Signs include persistent negative emotions, trouble sleeping after news or social media, obsession with issues you can't control, or lingering family stress.How can I protect myself from mental and emotional toxins? - Practice regular “emotional audits,” set boundaries around exposure, use mindful self-awareness, have intentional quiet time, and give yourself grace if you go too far.What should I do if I've already taken in too much negativity? - Don't dwell in shame—take a break, reset emotionally (with quiet time, walks, or play), and practice self-forgiveness so the critic doesn't take over.In each episode, Jeff and Eric will talk about what emotional intelligence, or understanding your emotions, can do for you in your daily and work life. For more information, contact Eric or Jeff at info@spiritofeq.com or visit their website, Spirit of EQ.You can follow The Spirit of EQ Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Android, or on your favorite podcast player.New episodes are available on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays every month!Please review our podcast Music from Uppbeathttps://uppbeat.io/t/roo-walker/deeperLicense code: PEYKDJHQNGSZXDUEhttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nd/4.0/Spirit of EQMentioned in this episode:Thanks for listening to Spirit of EQThis podcast was created to be a tool to primarily help you to discover and grow your EQ. Science and our own lived experiences confirm that the better we are at managing our emotions, the better we're going to be at making decisions. Which leads to a better life. And that's something we all want. We're glad that you've taken the time today to listen. We hope that something you hear will lead to a breakthrough. We'd really appreciate a review on your podcast platform. Please leave some comments about what you heard today, as well as follow and subscribe to the podcast. That way, you won't miss a single episode as we continue this journey.

As the current Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda continues to spread — with over 2,000 cases and more than 600 deaths — host Jill Morgan sits down with Dr. Tom Geisbert, a leading virologist and professor at the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) in Galveston.Dr. Geisbert has spent decades developing vaccines for some of the world's deadliest pathogens, including the vaccine that became Ervebo, the first licensed Ebola vaccine. In this episode, he explains why a vaccine that works against one Ebola species — like the current outbreak's Bundibugyo strain — doesn't necessarily protect against another, and why a promising Bundibugyo vaccine developed over a decade ago has been sitting on the shelf for lack of funding and market interest.Jill and Dr. Geisbert break down the science behind mRNA and viral-vector (VSV-based) vaccine platforms, weighing their tradeoffs in speed, durability, and manufacturing complexity — and discuss why fast-acting, single-dose protection matters so much in outbreak response and ring vaccination strategies.The conversation also turns to other high-consequence pathogens on Dr. Geisbert's radar, including Nipah virus, and to the bigger picture: what true pandemic preparedness would look like, from broad-spectrum antivirals to multivalent vaccines, and why investing in the next generation of scientists is critical to staying ahead of the next outbreakQuestions or comments for NETEC? Contact us.Visit Transmission Interrupted on the web.GuestThomas Geisbert, PhDProfessor, Department of Microbiology & ImmunologyUniversity of Texas Medical Branch – Galveston, Texas, USADr. Geisbert is currently a Professor in the Department of Microbiology & Immunology at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston. He has considerable experience conducting experiments utilizing NHPs in high biocontainment, with over 29 years' BSL-4 experience at USAMRIID and at the GNL. He has experience managing large research programs, including a current U19 Center of Excellence for Translational Research grant. His research interests have focused on the study of hemorrhagic fever viruses and he has published extensively in this area. His research group was the first to demonstrate complete protection of NHPs against both Ebola and Marburg viruses and Lassa virus using a novel vaccine based on recombinant VSV. More recently, they demonstrated that this vaccine is capable of providing postexposure protection against filoviruses in NHPs. His group also performed the first studies to show complete postexposure protection of NHPs against the Zaire species of Ebola virus using a novel siRNA-based strategy. In addition, he has extensive experience in developing and refining appropriate animal models that mimic human disease, including the NHP model used in this project.HostJill Morgan, RNEmory Healthcare, Atlanta, GAJill Morgan is a registered nurse and a subject matter expert in personal protective equipment (PPE) for NETEC. For 35 years, Jill has been an emergency department and critical care nurse, and now splits her time between education for NETEC and clinical research, most of it centering around infection prevention and personal protective equipment. She is a member of the Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC), ASTM International, and the Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI)ResourcesNETEC - Ebola Resources ExhibitNETEC - SBAR: Ebola Bundibugyo Virus DiseaseNETEC - FAQ: Ebola Disease (EVD)NETEC - Resource LibraryTransmission Interrupted PodcastAbout NETECA Partnership for PreparednessThe National Emerging Special Pathogens Training and Education Center's mission is to set the gold standard for special pathogen preparedness and response across health systems in the U.S. with the goals of driving best practices, closing knowledge gaps, and developing innovative resources.Our vision is a sustainable infrastructure and culture of readiness for managing suspected and confirmed special pathogen incidents across the United States public health and health care delivery systems.For more information, visit NETEC on the web.NETEC Consultation ServicesAssess and Advance Your Readiness for Special Pathogens with Free, Expert Consulting.NETEC offers free virtual and onsite readiness consulting to help health care facilities and EMS agencies prepare for special pathogen events. Our targeted support services are delivered by experts selected and assigned to each inquiry based on the unique needs of your organization. Have a question? Ask a NETEC expert.For more information, visit NETEC Consulting Services.

The Making Of Smile & Co. #2 — Episode SEVEN: Supply Ordering, Storage, and Building the BuzzDr. Ashley Joves and co-host Collin Al-Samarrie sit down in person to break down how supply ordering, storage, and pre-opening marketing looked different the second time around, from Folsom's early over-ordering mistakes to the systems built into Roseville from day one.What You'll Hear in This Episode:Folsom vs. Roseville: Ordering Then and Now Why Ashley's first round of ordering in Folsom followed a rep's list rather than her own procedures, including oral surgery kits she rarely used. How writing down every procedure and every item involved, down to the smallest supply, shaped ordering for Roseville from the start.Upgrading the Basics The jump from Ya Bang Bang high speeds and single-use burs in Folsom to engraved Brasseler bur blocks in Roseville. Why joining the Kois and Synergy buying groups changed the hygiene instrument game, and the switch from PDT scalers to HuFriedy.Centralized Storage vs. Scattered Cabinets Why Folsom ended up with a she-shed for overflow and supplies spread across multiple cabinets, and how Roseville's single centralized supply closet with open shelving and a painter's tape system changed the game. Why open shelving beats hidden cabinets for avoiding expired product.Basecamp vs. the Tag System Ashley and Collin compare two ways to track low supplies, a shared Basecamp task list versus a physical tag system. Collin breaks down why Basecamp won out for her, one centralized login, visibility across both locations, and no more chasing down missing tags.The Supply Budget Formula Ashley breaks down the spreadsheet method from her Net32 blog: keeping lab supplies around 3 to 4% of collections, working backwards from the previous month's numbers, and why that number holds the whole team accountable, not just the back office. Read the full breakdown on Net32.Why Buy-More Deals Aren't Always a Deal The real cost of buy three get two promotions when product sits and expires before it's used. Why Septocaine is the exception and how excess PPE from re-gloving mid-procedure quietly eats into supply costs.Handing Off the Ordering Ashley's approach to finding the right person for supply ordering, documenting the system first, and setting spending checks so the role doesn't fall back on the owner. The maintenance rule for small fixes versus owner approval, and why Sirona chairs are a hard no for DIY.Building the Buzz Before Opening Coming soon signage, neon A-frames, and weekly social media updates during construction. Joining the Roseville chamber, a ribbon cutting, a farmers market appearance, and partnering with a neighboring wedding venue's bridal fair for lead generation.What's Coming Next A first look at the SOP binder Ashley has been building, currently 77 pages and still growing, covering both Folsom and Roseville with front office documentation still to come.Support the showFind Out MoreThank you for listening to The Making Of podcast. If you enjoyed it, please share with anyone you think will gain value from the show by clicking on one of the sharing tabs above.SUBSCRIBE to our NEWSLETTER HEREAlso, please consider leaving an honest review on iTunes. It helps other listeners find the show, and I would be forever grateful.Questions or comments? Feel free to contact us at - themakingofadental@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram or Facebook and improve your dental practice every day!Have you subscribed? Don't miss a single episode!

One of the greatest weekends of all time for our big Moochter.We cover Queefta's big day and the fun that was had celebrating love and how the boys provided the best balance of chirping and banter as the MC's for his wedding! Poo also found out a soapy secret about Quinn on the day that he just could not keep to himself before we run through some great instalments of the usual segments. Hectic shit happening in the news, including another manhole incident and massive upsets in the UFC recently before diving into a peculiar version of Queefta Of The Week and probably the creepiest version of Poo's Reviews yet. Thanks to all you legends for your ongoing support!Tickets are still available for the Podcast Royale 3.0, don't be the mate who misses out on one of the greatest events of the year: www.alpha-events.com.auGot a yarn for Talkback? Email it to carryon@alphablokes.com.auWant Poo to review your Tinder profile? Email the big fella with your intel to possibly get on to Poo's Reviews: poobandit@alphablokes.com.auEver wanted to watch the Podcast? Check out full visual, uncut and ad-free versions on our Patreon. Only $5 a week plus access to all of our exclusive vlogs. Our vlog from the Cooktown Boar Comp just dropped: patreon.com/alphablokespodcastBetter Beer: Jog in a can, win in a tin, the athletes choice. Middy's are now available in a 30 block from any good bottle shop: https://www.betterbeer.com.au/Neds: Smash out a same game multi in seconds and track it live as the action plays out. Use the Punter's Toolbox for extra value and protection. Get amongst it on the Neds app. T&Cs apply see website for details https://www.neds.com.au/. You Win Some You Lose More.SP Tools: Schmicker tools for an even schmicker price, use code "ALPHA" at checkout for 10% off and check out their brand new catalogue: sptools.comPortwest: Tough workwear for tough jobs. Check out their vast variety of PPE for the jobsite here: https://www.portwest.com/market/Papa Macros: ready made unreal meals if you're too flat out to meal prep Sunday arvo. Use the code "ALPHA" for $30 off your first order or "ALPHA10" for any reoccuring order for 10% off at papamacros.com.au OR simply use the links below:$30 off your first order: https://www.papamacros.com.au/?coupon-code=ALPHA&sc-page=shop10% off: https://www.papamacros.com.au/?coupon-code=Alpha10&sc-page=shop0:00 - Quinn's Wedding26:30 - The Stable32:00 - Movies, Shows & Games42:39 - Pub Of The Week47:23 - Cooking/Eating57:47 - Alpha News1:26:14 - Motivation1:39:38 - Queefta Of The Week1:46:35 - Poo's Reviews Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

BBQ enthusiast, cooking content creator and great mate of the show Johnny Austin joins us around the table for a catch up.We talk about Johnny's recent trip to the USA and his hitlist of BBQ places that he visited whilst he was over there, the wild world of Buccee's servos and his plans for AussieQ as it looks to expand into a new shed with sets for filming. We cover his TikTok duets with Gordon Ramsay and some of his recent favourite meals to cook on the smoker and the BBQ before getting some updated answers on the guest questions. It was unreal getting this legend on for a catch up, he's always supported the ABC and being a pillar of the trendsetters. Enjoy legends!Support Johnny at his website here: https://aussieq.com.au/Got a yarn for Talkback? Email it to carryon@alphablokes.com.auWant Poo to review your Tinder profile? Email the big fella with your intel to possibly get on to Poo's Reviews: poobandit@alphablokes.com.auEver wanted to watch the Podcast? Check out full visual, uncut and ad-free versions on our Patreon. Only $5 a week plus access to all of our exclusive vlogs. Our full 75+ minute movie of the road trip to Territory Day has just dropped, our best movie yet: patreon.com/alphablokespodcastBetter Beer: Jog in a can, win in a tin, the athletes choice. Try their new Halfy's at any bottle-o near you: https://www.betterbeer.com.au/Neds: Smash out a same game multi in seconds and track it live as the action plays out. Use the Punter's Toolbox for extra value and protection. Get amongst it on the Neds too. T&Cs apply see website for details https://www.neds.com.au/. You Win Some You Lose More.SP Tools: Schmicker tools for an even schmicker price, use code "ALPHA" at checkout for 10% off and check out their brand new catalogue: sptools.comPortwest: Tough workwear for tough jobs. Check out their vast variety of PPE for the jobsite here: https://www.portwest.com/market/Papa Macros: ready made unreal meals if you're too flat out to meal prep Sunday arvo. Use the code "ALPHA" for $30 off your first order or "ALPHA10" for any reoccuring order for 10% off at papamacros.com.au OR simply use the links below:$30 off your first order: https://www.papamacros.com.au/?coupon-code=ALPHA&sc-page=shop10% off: https://www.papamacros.com.au/?coupon-code=Alpha10&sc-page=shop0:00 - Johnny Returns14:00 - BBQ Rubs18:00 - Upgrading Filming Space25:00 - Gordon Ramsay Duel31:30 - Fry Pans & Cookware40:00 - Jala-Pain-O Roulette45:00 - Chicken Recipes1:05:00 - USA Trip1:20:00 - Buccee's1:34:00 - Guest Questions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Infection control consultant Katherine West explains why current Bundibugyo Ebola activity in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda is considered low risk for the United States. She reviews outbreak drivers—border-spanning transmission, insurgent attacks on treatment centers, community distrust, and limited PPE—and summarizes Uganda's rapid public-health response (isolation, contact tracing, lab testing) that ended local transmission. West covers clinical features (flu-like “dry” phase, then gastrointestinal “wet” phase; bleeding in about 10%), transmission dynamics, and the role of bats. She recounts U.S. Ebola experience and outlines preparedness measures: airport screening at major hubs, designated treatment centers and transport teams, available PPE and disinfectants, and EMS-specific guidance (droplet/contact precautions, avoid aerosol-generating procedures, mask the patient, use closed suction).

Hello everyone, and welcome back to Warehouse and Operations as a Career. I'm Marty, and today let’s talk about something that sounds incredibly simple. So simple, in fact, that we probably hear it growing up from our parents, teachers and coaches. And once we enter the workforce, we hear it from supervisors, managers, customers, and coworkers.  Do what you say you're going to do. That's it. Sounds easy, right? But think about how many problems inside a warehouse, distribution center, manufacturing facility, transportation operation, or production environment start because somebody said they were going to do something and then they didn't. An associate says, I'll be here tomorrow, then they don't show up. A lead says, I'll get someone over there to help you and nobody comes. And a supervisor says, “I'll look into that but nothing happens. And here’s a good one, a manager says, we'll get that repaired yet three weeks later, the same equipment is still tagged out. And a great example, an executive says, safety is our number-one priority. But when production gets tight, unsafe shortcuts suddenly become acceptable. See where I'm going? Today's subject is not really about keeping promises. I feel it's about, 3 of my favorite words. Credibility, trust, and accountability. And, most importantly for us, it's about building a reputation that helps us move our career forward. We want people to remember that we do what we say.  Let's start with the newest associate walking into the warehouse. Maybe we are an order selector, a pallet runner, loader, receiver, a forklift operator, or maybe this is our first warehouse job. Our reputation begins almost immediately. During orientation, we may say I understand. I'll be here at 7:00. I'll wear my PPE. I'll call if I'm going to be late. I'll complete my pre-trip. And I'll follow the procedures. Those may sound like little statements, But every one of them matters. If we tell our supervisor we will be there at 7:00, and we consistently arrive at 6:50 ready to work, he or she will notice. And if we say we are willing to learn receiving, and when the opportunity comes we step over there and learn it, it gets noticed. If we tell someone we'll finish wrapping a pallet before break and we do it, people notice. And guess what? When we don't do those things, thats noticed too. Our reputation in the workplace is often nothing more than a collection of experiences other people have had with us. Can I count on Marty? Does Marty show up? Does Marty finish what he starts? Does Marty tell me when there's a problem? If Marty says he's going to do something, will it get done? Those questions, or answers I guess, become our reputation. And I've said it before, in our industry, in many instances, your reputation walks into a building before you do. Warehousing and transportation is a surprisingly small world. Supervisors become managers. Managers change companies. Associates become leads. Vendors become customers. Customers become employers. And years later, somebody may hear your name and say, oh yeah. I remember him.  Now here's something else we need to talk about. Doing what we say does not mean saying yes to everything. A subject I struggle with myself!  Sometimes one of the most professional responses we can give is I can't promise that, or, I don't know yet, but I'll find out. There is a big difference between being helpful and overpromising.  Imagine a lead telling three different people “I'll take care of it. “I'll get somebody over there. “I'll have maintenance look at it.” “I'll get your schedule fixed.” “I'll talk to the supervisor.” All that sounds helpful. But what if none of it happens? Pretty soon, those words don't mean anything. Wouldn’t you rather hear I don't have the answer right now, but I'll check and get back to you before lunch. Then actually get back to me before lunch. To me, or with me, that builds credibility.  We don't have to know everything. We don't have to fix everything ourselves. But if we give somebody our word, we need to follow through. And if circumstances change and we cannot follow through, we have to communicate that.  Let's say I tell my supervisor “I'll have that trailer unloaded by 10:00.” Then we find damaged product. There's an OS&D issue. The paperwork doesn't match. Or a pallet collapsed. Now 10:00 isn't going to happen. That does not automatically mean I failed. But what happens next matters. If 10:00 comes and goes and nobody knows what happened, I've created another problem. But, If I communicate at 9:15 and say “We found damaged freight on pallets six and seven. I've stopped the unload and I'm waiting on direction from claims. We probably won't make the 10:00 completion.” That's professionalism. Doing what we say includes letting people know when something prevents us from doing it. Remember a couple of weeks ago how we learned that communication protects trust. Well, silence destroys it.    Now let's move up to the lead position. This is where the subject becomes even more important. Because once we become a lead, people begin watching whether our actions match our words. We tell the team, “Safety comes first.” Then an associate says a pallet is leaning badly. What do we do? Do we stop and correct it? Or do we say “Just move it. We're behind.” We tell everyone “Pre-trip your equipment before using it.” Then we jump on a pallet jack ourselves without inspecting it. What did we just teach the team? Leadership is not what we say during the startup meeting. Leadership is what people watch us do after the startup meeting. Associates are very good at spotting inconsistencies. Here’s a couple of great examples. If I say “Everybody needs to be on time, but I walk in late three days a week, I've lost credibility. And If I say “Communication is important,” but associates cannot get an answer from me, well, you see where I’m going. For supervisors and managers, our words carry even more weight.    What else did I note here, oh, I want to throw in a word on safety, all this becomes especially important around safety. If we tell associates to report hazards, we have to respond when they do. If someone reports a broken pallet jack and nothing happens, eventually people stop reporting broken equipment. If somebody identifies a near miss and management ignores it, eventually near misses stop getting reported.  If someone tells us a dock plate isn't operating correctly and our answer is, “We know. Just be careful.” What message are we sending? We cannot build a safety culture through posters, or slogans, and we cannot build it through once-a-year training. Safety culture is built when employees see the company do what it says it will do. If we say “Report hazards.” Then hazards need to be investigated. If we say “Never operate defective equipment.” Then defective equipment needs to stay out of service. If we say “No load is more important than someone going home safely.” Then our operational decisions have to reflect that. That's credibility.  Now let's look outside the four walls of our building for a second. Our customers are paying attention to us as well. In transportation, we tell a customer: “The truck will be there at 8:00.” Maybe it arrives at 8:00. Maybe it doesn't. But if we know at 6:30 that the driver has been delayed and we wait until 8:15 to communicate it, we've damaged our trust. Again, customers understand that problems happen. Trucks break down. People call out. Systems go down. Freight gets damaged, and weather happens. What customers struggle with is surprise. Don't surprise people with bad news they should have heard earlier.  Sometimes doing what we say means saying “We're not going to hit the original commitment, and here's what we're doing about it.” That kind of honesty can actually strengthen a relationship.  Now let's talk about executives. Vice presidents. Directors. Presidents. Owners. CEOs. At that level, words can influence entire organizations. We tell employees “Our people are our greatest asset.” Okay. Do our actions show that? We say “We believe in training.” But are we investing in training? We say “We promote from within.” Are we actually developing internal candidates? We say “Safety is priority one.” Are safety expenses approved? And are damaged tools replaced? Are supervisors held accountable for unsafe behavior? Culture travels downhill. And so does inconsistency.    I think the little promises matter the most. Here's where I think we sometimes get this wrong. We think trust is built with big speeches and big promises. Usually it's built through all the little things like  “I'll call you back.” And you call. “I'll send that report.” And you send it. Those small moments stack up. Eventually people stop wondering whether you're dependable. They just know you are.  We can spend a lot of time complaining that other people don't follow through. Our coworker didn't do what they said. Our supervisor forgot. Management never responded. The company promised something. Some of those complaints may be completely legitimate. But let’s to turn the mirror around for a moment. What about us? Do people have to remind us? Do we commit to things and then forget them? Do we blame circumstances rather than communicate issues? Do we expect other people to keep commitments we're willing to break ourselves?  I feel like accountability starts with me. If I want to work in a dependable organization, I should first become a dependable employee. If I want a trustworthy supervisor, I should first become a trustworthy associate. If I want my team to follow through, I need to follow through.  I'll leave you with three habits. First, I try and be careful what I commit to. Before you say yes, think. Can I really do this? Do I have the authority, the time, and all the information?  Second, write things down. Leads, supervisors, and managers get asked dozens of questions every day. Use a notebook, or your phone, a task list or your calendar. There is no prize for remembering everything. However there is value in making sure things get done.  And third, close the loop. This may be the most important one. If somebody asks you something and you say you'll find out, go back to them. Even if the answer is: “I still don't have an answer.” That's closing the loop. “I haven't forgotten. I'm still working on it.” To me, those words and phrases matter.  So whether we are unloading our first trailer or running the entire distribution network, this principle applies. Do what you say you're going to do. Our job title doesn't change that responsibility. Become the person people can count on. Do exactly what you said you were going to do.  Well, I’ve got to go finish up what I said I’d get done today!  Until next time, be safe, be productive, communicate, follow through, and keep building that career. 

The UK's 2026 wildfire season has pushed Fire and Rescue Services into unprecedented operational territory. In this episode, we look at the numbers behind more than a thousand significant wildfires, some of the largest and most resource-intensive incidents of the year, the impact on firefighters, appliances and national resilience, and how the UK's wildfire capability has developed over time. We explore specialist teams, training, vehicles, aerial firefighting and international best practice, before taking a deeper look at one of the most important issues facing firefighters on the fireline: PPE, heat stress, smoke exposure and the reality of undertaking prolonged wildfire operations in structural firefighting kit that was never designed for that environment. This is a firefighter-focused debrief of what 2026 has exposed, what the sector is already improving, and what needs to change before the next major wildfire season.Access all episodes, documents, GIVEAWAYS & debriefs HEREPodcast Apparel, Hoodies, Flags, Mugs HERE Please check out our Partners supporting this episode areWilliam Wood Watches - Discount code FFPODCAST gives the user 10% off full range on websitePBI high-performance fabrics GORE-TEX Professional ClothingMSA The Safety CompanyJAFCODELTA FIRESend us Fan MailSupport the show***The views expressed in this episode are those of the individual speakers. Our partners are not responsible for the content of this episode and does not warrant its accuracy or completeness.***Please support the podcast and its future by clicking HERE and joining our Patreon Crew

Bandit has caught the Cooktown Cough and is a grumpy boy today which we take full advantage of. Some ripper yarns from the trendsetters this week, including why you shouldn't fart on ya mates, toilet training the tin lids and many more from some of our favourite trendsetters. Enjoy legends!Got a yarn for Talkback? Email it to carryon@alphablokes.com.auWant Poo to review your Tinder profile? Email the big fella with your intel to possibly get on to Poo's Reviews: poobandit@alphablokes.com.auEver wanted to watch the Podcast? Check out full visual, uncut and ad-free versions on our Patreon. Only $5 a week plus access to all of our exclusive vlogs. Our full 75+ minute movie of the road trip to Territory Day has just dropped, our best movie yet: patreon.com/alphablokespodcastBetter Beer: Jog in a can, win in a tin, the athletes choice. Try their new Halfy's at any bottle-o near you: https://www.betterbeer.com.au/Neds: Smash out a same game multi in seconds and track it live as the action plays out. Use the Punter's Toolbox for extra value and protection. Get amongst it on the Neds too. T&Cs apply see website for details https://www.neds.com.au/. You Win Some You Lose More.SP Tools: Schmicker tools for an even schmicker price, use code "ALPHA" at checkout for 10% off and check out their brand new catalogue: sptools.comPortwest: Tough workwear for tough jobs. Check out their vast variety of PPE for the jobsite here: https://www.portwest.com/market/Papa Macros: ready made unreal meals if you're too flat out to meal prep Sunday arvo. Use the code "ALPHA" for $30 off your first order or "ALPHA10" for any reoccuring order for 10% off at papamacros.com.au OR simply use the links below:$30 off your first order: https://www.papamacros.com.au/?coupon-code=ALPHA&sc-page=shop10% off: https://www.papamacros.com.au/?coupon-code=Alpha10&sc-page=shop0:00 - INTRO1:30 - KNUCKLES PROPER TRUE YARN8:00 - CARRY ONS57:00 - WINNING CALLER Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Environmental credits accounting is changing with the introduction of ASC 818. New FASB guidance establishes a consistent accounting model for environmental credits and related obligations, addressing recognition, measurement, presentation, and disclosure. This episode explores key aspects of the new standard, ASC 818, including the intent-based recognition model, accounting for voluntary versus compliance credits, environmental credit obligations, and considerations for adoption.For more, see our publication Environmental credits accounting: FASB issues new standard and chapter 7 of PwC's Property, plant, equipment and other assets guide.Follow this podcast on your favorite podcast app and subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay in the loop.About our guestsMichael Pratt is a partner in PwC's National Office, working on sustainability methodology and thought leadership. His background is in the power and utility sector where he works with companies helping to shape the evolution of how we produce and consume energy. He continues to focus on emerging power and utility sector accounting questions and issues.Logan Redlin is a director in PwC's National Office where he focuses on thought leadership strategy and content development related to accounting and financial reporting, sustainability reporting, and standard setting. Prior to this role, Logan spent 15 years in the audit practice, serving both public and private companies with a primary focus on asset management and real estate.About our hostHeather Horn is the PwC National Office Sustainability and Thought Leader, responsible for developing our communications strategy and conveying firm positions on accounting, financial reporting, and sustainability matters. In addition, she is part of PwC's global sustainability leadership team, developing interpretive guidance and consulting with companies as they transition from voluntary to mandatory sustainability reporting. She is also the engaging host of PwC's accounting and reporting weekly podcast and quarterly webcast series. Transcripts available upon request for individuals who may need a disability-related accommodation. Please send requests to us_podcast@pwc.com.Did you enjoy this episode? Text us your thoughts and be sure to include the episode name.

"The first rule of tactical gear is you gotta look cool wearing it—followed closely by making sure it actually does its job." Episode Summary In this episode of The Gun Experiment, I sit down with Big Keith for an in-depth conversation about the world of ballistic protection, manufacturing challenges, and what it takes to build a company focused on American innovation. We're joined by Alex Poythress, CEO of Ballistic Armor Co., who shares his fascinating journey from marketing entrepreneur to leading a cutting-edge ballistics company. From the differences between materials like Kevlar and polyethylene to the realities of bringing production stateside, this episode is packed with insights for anyone interested in body armor, helmets, and personal protection tech. We also talk about industry myths, the importance of building company culture, and what's on the horizon for helmet technology. Call to Action Make sure you subscribe to The Gun Experiment on Spotify, YouTube, and Instagram so you never miss an episode. If you enjoyed this conversation, share the show with your friends and check out our merch at thegunexperiment.com. Don't forget to visit our sponsors and show them some love! Show Sponsors HSM Ammunition — Reliable, quality ammo for all your training and personal defense needs. Visit hsammunition.com. OFT (Onsite Firearms Training) — Top-tier firearms instruction with a strong pedigree. Learn more at OFTLLC.us. Key Takeaways Building a brand is important, but building and maintaining a strong company culture is even harder and more crucial for long-term success (15:00). Alex Poythress' journey from marketing to CEO highlighted the need to move manufacturing from overseas to the US for quality control and transparency (19:32). Law enforcement's ballistic protection needs are specific—off-the-shelf military helmets may not be the best fit (20:17). The pitfalls of the “Made in America” label: it doesn't always guarantee quality unless backed up by genuine standards (23:32). Comfort and protection are not mutually exclusive. Helmet comfort is about more than weight—it's about the right pad design and materials (36:06). Demand for armor fluctuates with world events; police and first responders increasingly need access to reliable helmets (52:20). Ballistic helmets and body armor have a shelf life—proper care and timely replacement are critical for safety (54:49). Access to body armor is a Second Amendment issue in some states; ongoing legislation and restriction efforts must be watched closely (55:11). Guest Information Alex Poythress — CEO of Ballistic Armor Co. Visit: ballisticarmorco.com Instagram: @BallisticArmorCo For cutting-edge ballistic helmets, bump helmets, and accessories made with a commitment to innovation and American manufacturing. Keywords ballistic helmets, body armor, law enforcement gear, ballistic protection, American manufacturing, Alex Poythress, Ballistic Armor Co., tactical helmets, helmet innovation, NIJ certification, Kevlar vs polyethylene, personal defense equipment, police gear, helmet testing standards, made in the USA, PPE, firearm safety, tactical gear, helmet pads, police protection, ballistic helmet care, Second Amendment armor laws

The Curious Case of the Cooktown Cough.The boys are not fresh at all but they made it home safe to tell you all about their ripper trip up to Cooktown for the Cooktown boar comp. They take you from start to finish, including road trip yarns, the cough of the curious, their actual boar hunts and the sick new tech they used on their adventure. Queefta tells us about holding down the fort in Gladdy, including moving into his new crib and his wedding coming up this weekend. Pep has finally come back from leave and has some fantastic dumpies for us! And we bring it home with one of the highest quality instalments of Queefta Of The Week and a rather smelly edition of Poo's Reviews. We got through it legends, hope you enjoy your week!2026 "More Of This" Father's Day drop goes live tonight, 6PM at alphablokes.com.au Got a yarn for Talkback? Email it to carryon@alphablokes.com.auWant Poo to review your Tinder profile? Email the big fella with your intel to possibly get on to Poo's Reviews: poobandit@alphablokes.com.auEver wanted to watch the Podcast? Check out full visual, uncut and ad-free versions on our Patreon. Only $5 a week plus access to all of our exclusive vlogs. Our full 75+ minute movie of the road trip to Territory Day has just dropped, our best movie yet: patreon.com/alphablokespodcastBetter Beer: Jog in a can, win in a tin, the athletes choice. Try their new Halfy's at any bottle-o near you: https://www.betterbeer.com.au/Neds: Smash out a same game multi in seconds and track it live as the action plays out. Use the Punter's Toolbox for extra value and protection. Get amongst it on the Neds too. T&Cs apply see website for details https://www.neds.com.au/. You Win Some You Lose More.SP Tools: Schmicker tools for an even schmicker price, use code "ALPHA" at checkout for 10% off and check out their brand new catalogue: sptools.comPortwest: Tough workwear for tough jobs. Check out their vast variety of PPE for the jobsite here: https://www.portwest.com/market/Papa Macros: ready made unreal meals if you're too flat out to meal prep Sunday arvo. Use the code "ALPHA" for $30 off your first order or "ALPHA10" for any reoccuring order for 10% off at papamacros.com.au OR simply use the links below:$30 off your first order: https://www.papamacros.com.au/?coupon-code=ALPHA&sc-page=shop10% off: https://www.papamacros.com.au/?coupon-code=Alpha10&sc-page=shop0:00 - Cooktown Boar Comp34:13 - Queefta's Move43:00 - Air Hoses50:00 - The Stable53:00 - Teching Out1:00:00 - Road Trip Yarns1:06:00 - Pub Of The Week1:10:00 - Pep & Poo's Dump Finds For You1:13:00 - Cooking/Eating1:17:15 - Alpha News1:27:14 - Queefta Of The Week1:34:34 - Poo's Reviews Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

SPECIAL EDITION: AXON AID - How a Tech Innovator is Fighting for First Responder Mental Health   What does a technology company best known for TASER energy weapons and body cameras have to do with first responder mental health and wellness? More than you might expect. In this special edition of the First Responder Wellness Podcast, host Conrad Weaver sits down with Bella Giannini, Head of Marketing at Axon Enterprise and one of the founding voices behind Axon Aid—the company's philanthropic initiative providing wellness resources and support to first responders and public safety agencies. Bella takes us inside the evolution of Axon Aid, from its beginnings during Hurricane Florence in 2018, to helping agencies secure PPE and hand sanitizer during the COVID-19 pandemic, to what it has become today: a growing ecosystem of wellness resources available to agencies at no cost, whether or not they use Axon products. In this special conversation, you'll hear about: Post-traumatic growth and the framework developed with Boulder Crest Institute—including research suggesting that trauma, when processed effectively, can become a catalyst for resilience and growth. VR empathy and de-escalation training that allows officers to practice interactions with individuals experiencing mental health crises in a safe, controlled environment. The Axon Aid memorial fund, providing immediate financial support to families of officers lost in the line of duty or to suicide. Why Axon sees supporting the people who protect others as more than a business initiative—it's a commitment to the people behind the badge. Bella's personal connection to this mission through her Vietnam veteran father and the hope she carries for him and others who have lived with the lasting impact of trauma. This special edition is for first responders who may be wondering what help is actually available—and for chiefs, command staff, peer-support teams, wellness coordinators, and agency leaders looking for practical resources they can bring back to their people. Some of those resources may be closer than you think. Explore Axon Aid's wellness resources at axon.com/aid. If this conversation is valuable to you, subscribe to the First Responder Wellness Podcast, leave a review, and share this special edition with a leader, colleague, or first responder who needs to know these resources exist. Learn More: www.axon.com/aid   +++++ Join us for the FREE Leadership Webinar on Tuesday, August 25!  Need Help? We have a list of resources at www.firstresponderwellness.co/resources Order the PTSD911 Film and Educational Toolkit here: https://ptsd911movie.com/toolkit/ Book a PTSD911 screening event: contact GaryMiller@ptsd911movie.com Web site:  https://ptsd911movie.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ptsd911movie/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ptsd911movie/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClQ8jxjxYqHgFQixBK4Bl0Q Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/first-responder-wellness-podcast/id1535675703 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2wW72dLZOKkO1QYUPzL2ih The First Responder Wellness Podcast is a production of First Responder Wellness Solutions, LLC Copyright ©2026 First Responder Wellness Solutions, LLC - All rights Reserved.  

Hopefully we have successfully made it to Cooktown by the time you hear this! A fantastic instalment of Talkback as per usual this week, limericks and headnoise around plowing Grandma? Get around it to find out! Enjoy the rest of your week trendsetters. The Warden Bucking Bull Of The Year shirts are back and only available at alphablokes.com.auGot a yarn for Talkback? Email it to carryon@alphablokes.com.auWant Poo to review your Tinder profile? Email the big fella with your intel to possibly get on to Poo's Reviews: poobandit@alphablokes.com.auEver wanted to watch the Podcast? Check out full visual, uncut and ad-free versions on our Patreon. Only $5 a week plus access to all of our exclusive vlogs. Our full 75+ minute movie of the road trip to Territory Day has just dropped, our best movie yet: patreon.com/alphablokespodcastBetter Beer: Jog in a can, win in a tin, the athletes choice. Try their new Halfy's at any bottle-o near you: https://www.betterbeer.com.au/Neds: Smash out a same game multi in seconds and track it live as the action plays out. Use the Punter's Toolbox for extra value and protection. Get amongst it on the Neds too. T&Cs apply see website for details https://www.neds.com.au/. You Win Some You Lose More.SP Tools: Schmicker tools for an even schmicker price, use code "ALPHA" at checkout for 10% off and check out their brand new catalogue: sptools.comPortwest: Tough workwear for tough jobs. Check out their vast variety of PPE for the jobsite here: https://www.portwest.com/market/Papa Macros: ready made unreal meals if you're too flat out to meal prep Sunday arvo. Use the code "ALPHA" for $30 off your first order or "ALPHA10" for any reoccuring order for 10% off at papamacros.com.au OR simply use the links below:$30 off your first order: https://www.papamacros.com.au/?coupon-code=ALPHA&sc-page=shop10% off: https://www.papamacros.com.au/?coupon-code=Alpha10&sc-page=shop0:00 - Intro2:10 - Knuckles Proper True Yarn5:30 - Carry Ons55:00 - Winning Yarn / Call Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

.Step inside one of the most unique corners of American healthcare as Transmission Interrupted takes you behind the scenes of the National Quarantine Unit at the University of Nebraska Medical Center and Nebraska Medicine. In this episode, host Jill Morgan is joined by key members of the Nebraska team—Dr. Katie Willet, Morgan Shradar, and Angie Vasa—to explore how preparedness, partnership, and people form the backbone of the nation's only dedicated quarantine unit. Listeners will discover the origin story of this 20-bed unit, why it's different from both home quarantine and traditional hospital isolation, and how its creation was driven by real-world lessons from recent public health emergencies like the Ebola outbreak and COVID-19 pandemic.From the practical logistics of care (think twice-daily health checks, concierge-level support, and even laundry service) to the psychological challenges of isolation and the intricacies of national and global collaboration, this episode sheds light on the critical thinking and teamwork required to protect both individuals and the community during high-stakes contagious threats. Hear firsthand how the UNMC and Nebraska Medicine team adapts with each new pathogen, leans on the strength of their Omaha community, and continuously trains to stay a step ahead of the next big infectious risk—demonstrating “Nebraska nice” even in the toughest circumstances.Questions or comments for NETEC? Contact us at info@netec.org.Visit Transmission Interrupted on the web at netec.org/podcast.GuestsMorgan Shradar, RN, BSN, MPHNursing Professional Development Specialist- Nebraska Biocontainment UnitCo-Director- National Disaster Medical Disaster Infectious Disease Training ProgramSubject Matter Expert NETEC & Task 2 Lead - NICSMorgan Shradar has more than 20 years of experience in the operating room and more than 14 years of experience with the Nebraska Biocontainment Unit. She has previous experience as a lead surgical nurse where she managed procedural areas (endoscopy, surgery, cardiac cath lab/interventional radiology, preop/pacu, and sterile processing). She has also managed process improvement initiatives for supply chain improvements and patient experience within procedural areas at Nebraska Medicine Bellevue. Morgan is a nurse coordinator with the Regional Emerging Special Pathogens Treatment Center (RESPTC). She develops and leads the education and training for the RESPTC team, including education meetings, quarterly trainings, exercises, and drill development. Morgan collaborates on the education and training and policy development for the National Quarantine Unit. She actively participated in the repatriation efforts of guests from Wuhan, China, and the Diamond Princess, who required care for COVID-19. Further, she is a subject matter expert with NETEC and partners with others to evaluate readiness for RESPTCs and works with long-term care focus groups to develop education and just-in-time resources to enhance LTC setting readiness. In 2020/2021, she partnered with LTC and skilled nursing facilities on evaluating the current COVID-19 infection control practices within facilities across Nebraska. She has also partnered with Nebraska Medicine to educate and train medical teams on donning/doffing PAPRs and worked with procedural areas on developing their PAPR protocols. Morgan is a task lead with NICS, which is focused on developing XR/AR education for the small and rural hospital on infection control practices within the sterile processing department. She is also the co-director of the National Disaster Medical Response Infectious Disease Training program, which has focused on educating and training the NDMS teams on infection control practices to ready them for deployment to both austere and hospital missions. Morgan collaborates in program development and partnerships with various organizations focused on infectious disease education and training. Morgan began her career in 2000 as an operating room nurse for Nebraska Medicine, where she joined the Nebraska Biocontainment Unit team in 2009 to play an integral role in treating patients with Ebola Virus Disease during the 2014-2015 activation.Dr. Katie Willet, MD, FACEPAssociate Professor, UNMC Department of Emergency MedicineAssociate Program Director, UNMC Department of Emergency MedicineHealth Security Fellowship Director, UNMC Department of Emergency MedicineKatie Willet, MD (she/her/hers), is an assistant professor in the Department of Emergency Medicine. She is one of the residency assistant program directors and takes part in the development of disaster preparedness and biopreparedness training for residents and other multidisciplinary trainees, both within UNMC and our external partners. She has interests in austere/wilderness medicine, disaster medicine, and biopreparedness. She also serves as the health security fellowship program director and co-creator with several partners within the Global Center for Health Security. With this, she takes part in preparedness planning, training development, and response. Similarly, she is involved with several different research and training projects with the Global Center for Health Security as well as teaching regionally about disaster preparedness. She is an assistant medical director for the National Quarantine Unit and a health security scholar with the Global Center for Health Security.Angie Vasa, MSN, RNDirector, Readiness Consultations and Metrics Development, NETECDirector, Emergency Preparedness and Special Pathogen Programs, Nebraska MedicineProgram Director, Region VII Regional Emerging Special Pathogen Treatment CenterAngela Vasa, MSN, RN, is the Director of Emergency Preparedness and Special Pathogen Programs at Nebraska Medicine. She serves as the Director of Consulting Services and Metrics Development at NETEC and is the Program Director for the Region VII Regional Emerging Special Pathogen Treatment Center. Angela is also a scholar in the Global Center for Health Security at the University of Nebraska Medical Center. Her nursing background includes over a decade of clinical experience with specialized expertise in the areas of trauma, critical care, solid organ transplant, and high-consequence infectious diseases. She joined the Nebraska Biocontainment Unit team in 2009, where she has cared for patients with Ebola virus disease and Lassa Fever and continues to be an active clinical member while serving as the program director.HostJill Morgan, RNEmory Healthcare, Atlanta, GAJill Morgan is a registered nurse and a subject matter expert in personal protective equipment (PPE) for NETEC. For 35 years, Jill has been an emergency department and critical care nurse, and now splits her time between education for NETEC and clinical research, most of it centering around infection prevention and personal protective equipment. She is a member of the Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC), ASTM International, and the Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI)ResourcesNational Quarantine UnitGlobal Center for Health SecurityNebraska Medicine/UNMC asked to monitor U.S. citizens from cruise ship hantavirus outbreakWhat to know about Nebraska's National Quarantine Unit as it prepares to bring in hantavirus cruise ship passengersTransmission Interrupted PodcastNETEC Resource LibraryNETECAbout NETECA Partnership for PreparednessThe National Emerging Special Pathogens Training and Education Center's mission is to set the gold standard for special pathogen preparedness and response across health systems in the U.S. with the goals of driving best practices, closing knowledge gaps, and developing innovative resources.Our vision is a sustainable infrastructure and culture of readiness for managing suspected and confirmed special pathogen incidents across the United States public health and health care delivery systems.For more information, visit NETEC on the web.NETEC Consultation ServicesAssess and Advance Your Readiness for Special Pathogens with Free, Expert Consulting.NETEC offers free virtual and onsite readiness consulting to help health care facilities and EMS agencies prepare for special pathogen events. Our targeted support services are delivered by experts selected and assigned to each inquiry based on the unique needs of your organization. Have a question? Ask a NETEC expert.For more information, visit NETEC Consultation Services.

Safety equipment is often designed around an “average” male body and Dr Ella Hubber wants to understand the consequences this has for women. Alongside journalist Candice Bailey and expert voices, we hear how healthcare workers are forced to adapt to PPE never made for them and how car safety systems fail to reflect the way women's bodies respond in collisions. As awareness grows, they also ask what change can look like and if, through better data, and more women's input, safety equipment can protect us all equally.Presenter/Producer: Ella Hubber Researcher: Elliott Prince Editor: Ilan Goodman

The week is finally upon us to go and hopefully slay some boars at the Cooktown boar competition up in God's country, Cooktown. The boys are eager and run through their plans and what they're hoping to achieve on their next big mission. There is dramas in the Dump department as Curious got told off at the tip for trying to find some new dumpies, but we're hoping Pep flys back in soon from wherever he is! A trip to Straddie during Pub Of The Week, getting struck by lightning at golf during the News and we wrap up with a very analytical review from the Love Doctor. Enjoy the rest of your week trendsetters and stay out of yourselves. The Warden Bucking Bull Of The Year shirts are back and only available at alphablokes.com.auGot a yarn for Talkback? Email it to carryon@alphablokes.com.auWant Poo to review your Tinder profile? Email the big fella with your intel to possibly get on to Poo's Reviews: poobandit@alphablokes.com.auEver wanted to watch the Podcast? Check out full visual, uncut and ad-free versions on our Patreon. Only $5 a week plus access to all of our exclusive vlogs. Our full 75+ minute movie of the road trip to Territory Day has just dropped, our best movie yet: patreon.com/alphablokespodcastBetter Beer: Jog in a can, win in a tin, the athletes choice. Try their new Halfy's at any bottle-o near you: https://www.betterbeer.com.au/Neds: Smash out a same game multi in seconds and track it live as the action plays out. Use the Punter's Toolbox for extra value and protection. Get amongst it on the Neds too. T&Cs apply see website for details https://www.neds.com.au/. You Win Some You Lose More.SP Tools: Schmicker tools for an even schmicker price, use code "ALPHA" at checkout for 10% off and check out their brand new catalogue: sptools.comPortwest: Tough workwear for tough jobs. Check out their vast variety of PPE for the jobsite here: https://www.portwest.com/market/Papa Macros: ready made unreal meals if you're too flat out to meal prep Sunday arvo. Use the code "ALPHA" for $30 off your first order or "ALPHA10" for any reoccuring order for 10% off at papamacros.com.au OR simply use the links below:$30 off your first order: https://www.papamacros.com.au/?coupon-code=ALPHA&sc-page=shop10% off: https://www.papamacros.com.au/?coupon-code=Alpha10&sc-page=shop0:00 - Cooktown Boar Comp Prep15:45 - The Stable22:00 - Other Weekend Dribble26:00 - Tales Of The Dump31:00 - Pub Of The Week44:00 - Cooking50:30 - Alpha News1:28:00 - Motivation1:30:40 - Trendsetters1:47:45 - Queefta Of The Week1:54:07 - Poo's Reviews Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joe Brandel, business development manager for North America industrial safety market at Mips, shares the latest trends and regulations in head protection, emphasizing the importance of proper PPE, risk assessment and safety culture to prevent head injuries in the workplace. He discusses OSHA regulations and industry consensus standards for head protection, hazards and risks that can lead to head injuries and how to mitigate them, as well as advancements in head protection and the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of head protection equipment.

In this episode I sit down with Natalie Wilson, Founder and Managing Director of Workwear Solutions International, to explore one of the most important but often underdeveloped areas in the fire sector: how we specify, procure, assess and ultimately trust the PPE and workwear we rely on every day. Natalie brings more than 20 years of experience across the supply chain, procurement, technical assessment and standards development, including leading work on the world's first inclusive PPE standard, and this conversation gets into the gap between something simply being compliant and it actually being fit for purpose, fit for the wearer and fit for the operational environment. We talk about the loss of experienced PPE knowledge as people retire, the importance of succession planning, wearer trials, standards, fit, inclusion, station wear, supplier engagement and how better questions can lead to better kit and safer outcomes. For anyone involved in firefighting, PPE, procurement, training, health and safety or leadership, I genuinely see this as essential CPD because understanding what we wear, why we wear it and how those decisions are made is fundamental to doing the job properly. Access all episodes, documents, GIVEAWAYS & debriefs HEREPodcast Apparel, Hoodies, Flags, Mugs HERE Please check out our Partners supporting this episode areWilliam Wood Watches - Discount code FFPODCAST gives the user 10% off full range on websitePBI high-performance fabrics GORE-TEX Professional ClothingMSA The Safety CompanyJAFCOUSEFUL LINKS MENTIONED:www.wsiltd.co.ukhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/nataliewilson01/Inclusive PPE Standard & Companion Guide links from BSI:https://knowledge.bsigroup.com/products/provision-of-inclusive-personal-protective-equipment-ppe-guidehttps://www.bsigroup.com/en-GB/insights-and-media/insights/brochures/how-to-turn-bs30417-into-action-companion-guide/Send us Fan MailSupport the show***The views expressed in this episode are those of the individual speakers. Our partners are not responsible for the content of this episode and does not warrant its accuracy or completeness.***Please support the podcast and its future by clicking HERE and joining our Patreon Crew

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Jennifer Barbosa. CEO and Founder of International Supply Partners (ISP), about breaking into government contracting, navigating a male-dominated industry, and the complexities of supply chain management.

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Jennifer Barbosa. CEO and Founder of International Supply Partners (ISP), about breaking into government contracting, navigating a male-dominated industry, and the complexities of supply chain management.

Longtime mates of the show and veterans of the yarning game Clutz and D'arce from Bloody Brilliant Beers join us to catch up.A lot has happened since the boys were last on the show. They give a brief look behind the curtain into how their show began and how it has changed over the 6+ years of recording it at the iconic Caxton Hotel. We cover one of their recent greatest achievements, breaking the world record for having a beer in every Australian state in record time and the adventure that they endured battling flights and hangovers to get the record. They dive deeper into their journey with the World's Most Ordinary Rig contests with Budgy Smuggler and how they've recently hit their stride creatively in workshopping new shows and segments, including an upcoming preview on their satirical news show "A Caxton Affair". We finish off by chatting about each of the boys' side hustles, including D'arcy's engagement ring business and Clutz's interest in cards and collectibles. It was unreal to get these legends back on for a yarn and a great catch up as they continue to put in the work and fly the flag for yarning like we do. Enjoy trendsetters. The Warden Bucking Bull Of The Year shirts are back and only available at alphablokes.com.auGot a yarn for Talkback? Email it to carryon@alphablokes.com.auWant Poo to review your Tinder profile? Email the big fella with your intel to possibly get on to Poo's Reviews: poobandit@alphablokes.com.auEver wanted to watch the Podcast? Check out full visual, uncut and ad-free versions on our Patreon. Only $5 a week plus access to all of our exclusive vlogs. Our full 75+ minute movie of the road trip to Territory Day has just dropped, our best movie yet: patreon.com/alphablokespodcastBetter Beer: Jog in a can, win in a tin, the athletes choice. Try their new Halfy's at any bottle-o near you: https://www.betterbeer.com.au/Neds: Smash out a same game multi in seconds and track it live as the action plays out. Use the Punter's Toolbox for extra value and protection. Get amongst it on the Neds too. T&Cs apply see website for details https://www.neds.com.au/. You Win Some You Lose More.SP Tools: Schmicker tools for an even schmicker price, use code "ALPHA" at checkout for 10% off and check out their brand new catalogue: sptools.comPortwest: Tough workwear for tough jobs. Check out their vast variety of PPE for the jobsite here: https://www.portwest.com/market/Papa Macros: ready made unreal meals if you're too flat out to meal prep Sunday arvo. Use the code "ALPHA" for $30 off your first order or "ALPHA10" for any reoccuring order for 10% off at papamacros.com.au OR simply use the links below:$30 off your first order: https://www.papamacros.com.au/?coupon-code=ALPHA&sc-page=shop10% off: https://www.papamacros.com.au/?coupon-code=Alpha10&sc-page=shop0:00 - How BBB Started 19:00 - Quitting Normal Jobs31:00 - Social Media Is Now A Requirement For Podcasts36:00 - Taking The Jump / Having A Crack48:30 - Clutzy's Collectibles & Cards57:30 - Gannon Diamonds1:06:30 - A Beer In Every State World Record1:46:00 - Mustering1:57:00 - A Caxton Affair2:10:00 - Guest Questions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Bryan sits down with Leilani for an introduction to GRIT Camps — the hands-on program that brings skilled trades exposure to youth ages 12–17 through community events led by working tradespeople. Leilani explains that a GRIT Camp pairs recruited mentors with students for a day of modules covering safety, carpentry, electrical, brazing, and plumbing, including torch work, PVC and copper fitting, and disassembling HVAC components. Students also learn to read a jobsite-style blueprint and receive a six-in-one screwdriver to take apart and explore. Bryan and Leilani emphasize that while GRIT supplies the curriculum, guides, and structure, the host — typically a contracting business or trade organization — owns the event: recruiting students and mentors, securing a venue, and building real community connections around the day. A large portion of the conversation walks through who does what. Hosts provide the facility, materials (plywood, 2x4s, copper, PVC, and more, all detailed in GRIT's guide), and lunch for up to around 30 people, plus a local host facilitator to coordinate logistics and serve as GRIT's point of contact. Mentors must be certified skilled tradespeople who complete GRIT's required video course and pass a background check before working with students; volunteers who don't interact directly with kids are not required to undergo a background check. GRIT, in turn, supplies the camp curriculum, host and mentor guides, registration and marketing materials, badges, student blueprints and PPE, background check coordination, and on-site program leadership from staff like Ty, GRIT's head of training, who typically arrives the day before to walk the facility with the host. Bryan and Leilani also dig into planning specifics: camps run from about 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., cap out at 16 students with a two-students-per-mentor ratio (so eight to nine mentors for a full camp), and generally need 10 to 12 weeks of lead time to hit deadlines for mentor certification, materials gathering, and student registration. They cover the realities of choosing a torch and joining system — MAPP gas and propane versus oxyacetylene for brazing, and why oxyacetylene can't be used for the popular aluminum-repair activity — along with commonly overlooked items like correctly sized Forstner bits, spare drill batteries, extension cords, and pre-cut lumber. They close with guidance on budgeting (camps typically run $1,500 to $5,000), sourcing a sponsored lunch, handling allergies, inviting community press, and what makes a camp genuinely successful: preparedness paired with passion from both mentors and hosts. Topics Covered What a GRIT Camp is and which skilled trades are covered (safety, carpentry, electrical, brazing, plumbing) Camp roles: host, host facilitator, mentor, students, and volunteers What hosts are responsible for providing: facility, materials, and lunch What GRIT provides: curriculum, guides, registration, marketing, background checks, and on-site leadership Required mentor certification course and background checks Ideal space setup, table stations, and indoor/outdoor considerations Student and mentor ratios (16 students max, two students per mentor) Planning timeline: 10–12 weeks of lead time and key deadlines Confirming a camp date and the host interest assessment process Recruiting students and mentors, including waitlists and communication Choosing a torch and joining system: MAPP gas/propane vs. oxyacetylene brazing Commonly overlooked or underestimated materials and tools Safety planning, PPE, and emergency preparedness Estimated costs and ways to offset them through sponsorships Lunch planning and handling food allergies Community and marketing value for hosts Policies on parents and visitors attending What makes a GRIT Camp successful   Learn more about the GRIT Foundation or contact us at https://www.thegritfoundation.com/.  Have a question that you want us to answer on the podcast? Submit your questions at https://www.speakpipe.com/hvacschool Purchase your tickets or learn more about the 8th Annual HVACR Training Symposium at https://hvacrschool.com/symposium. Subscribe to our podcast on your iPhone or Android. Subscribe to our YouTube channel. Check out our handy calculators here or on the HVAC School Mobile App for Apple and Android.

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Jennifer Barbosa. CEO and Founder of International Supply Partners (ISP), about breaking into government contracting, navigating a male-dominated industry, and the complexities of supply chain management.

A proper WILD instalment of Talkback we have in store this week! We get to the bottom of the Air Hose saga, discuss why people smear their literal sh*t on walls and the tale of the soggy sandwich. Enjoy legends and have a ripper rest of your week!The Warden Bucking Bull Of The Year shirts are back and only available at alphablokes.com.auGot a yarn for Talkback? Email it to carryon@alphablokes.com.auWant Poo to review your Tinder profile? Email the big fella with your intel to possibly get on to Poo's Reviews: poobandit@alphablokes.com.auEver wanted to watch the Podcast? Check out full visual, uncut and ad-free versions on our Patreon. Only $5 a week plus access to all of our exclusive vlogs. Our full 75+ minute movie of the road trip to Territory Day has just dropped, our best movie yet: patreon.com/alphablokespodcastBetter Beer: Jog in a can, win in a tin, the athletes choice. Try their new Halfy's at any bottle-o near you: https://www.betterbeer.com.au/Neds: Smash out a same game multi in seconds and track it live as the action plays out. Use the Punter's Toolbox for extra value and protection. Get amongst it on the Neds too. T&Cs apply see website for details https://www.neds.com.au/. You Win Some You Lose More.SP Tools: Schmicker tools for an even schmicker price, use code "ALPHA" at checkout for 10% off and check out their brand new catalogue: sptools.comPortwest: Tough workwear for tough jobs. Check out their vast variety of PPE for the jobsite here: https://www.portwest.com/market/Papa Macros: ready made unreal meals if you're too flat out to meal prep Sunday arvo. Use the code "ALPHA" for $30 off your first order or "ALPHA10" for any reoccuring order for 10% off at papamacros.com.au OR simply use the links below:$30 off your first order: https://www.papamacros.com.au/?coupon-code=ALPHA&sc-page=shop10% off: https://www.papamacros.com.au/?coupon-code=Alpha10&sc-page=shop0:00 - Intro2:05 - Knuckles Proper True Yarn6:00 - Carry Ons1:10:00 - Winning Yarn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thanks to our Partners, Pico Technology, and AutelWatch Full Video EpisodeHow much freedom should an automotive professional have to deviate from published service information?In this episode of Automotive Field Theory, Matt Fanslow digs into that question after a recent discussion involving ADAS procedures and Ford brake caliper fasteners that service information specifically instructs technicians to remove and discard.The debate isn't really about one set of bolts.It's about the level of confidence we sometimes have in deciding that a procedure isn't necessary when we don't actually know why the manufacturer specified it in the first place.Matt compares following service information to insurance and personal protective equipment. Most days, neither appears necessary. You don't buy insurance because you expect to crash every day, and you don't wear PPE because something goes wrong every time you use it. They're there for the rare day when something does go badly wrong.That same idea applies to automotive repair.Millions of repairs may survive a shortcut without consequence. A rope-style tire plug may last the remaining life of the tire. A reused fastener may never loosen. A skipped calibration may never produce an obvious complaint.But is a history of getting away with something the same as evidence that the procedure wasn't necessary?Topics DiscussedFord service information calling for certain brake fasteners to be removed and discardedThe difficulty of finding documentation explaining why Ford requires replacementWhether thread locker, bolt coatings, fastener design, or another factor could be behind the requirementWhy the absence of an explanation doesn't automatically justify ignoring the procedureRisk management in automotive repairThe difference between something working and something being an approved repairRope-style tire plugs versus manufacturer-approved tire repair proceduresLegal exposure when a repair deviates from accepted or published proceduresOE versus aftermarket ADAS calibration equipment and proceduresWhy following the OE procedure provides an inherently defensible positionWhen departing from an OEM diagnostic trouble tree may be reasonableThe difference between deviating from a diagnostic process and deviating from a safety-related assembly procedureAdding something such as thread locker to improve robustness versus eliminating a required stepThe criticism sometimes directed toward specialists who follow service informationWhy experience alone doesn't necessarily demonstrate that a specified procedure is unnecessaryPPE, insurance, and service procedures as protection against the exceptionally bad dayKey Takeaways“I've always done it this way” isn't the same as knowing why the procedure exists.A repair method can work hundreds or thousands of times without demonstrating that the manufacturer's requirement was unnecessary.There are different kinds of deviations from service information.Skipping steps in a diagnostic trouble tree because you understand the system and can perform more efficient testing isn't necessarily comparable to ignoring a torque specification, calibration requirement, preparation procedure, or instruction to replace a fastener.Following the published procedure is also a form of risk management.The value of the procedure may not reveal itself during the thousands of repairs where nothing goes wrong. Its value may be on the one repair where something does.Doing exactly what the manufacturer published is difficult to criticize.There may be legitimate aftermarket alternatives and there may even be procedures that can be improved upon. But if someone performs the repair exactly as the manufacturer specifies, criticizing them for being unnecessarily cautious is difficult to justify.The QuestionIf service information specifically says to discard and replace a component but doesn't explain why, what level of evidence should be required before we decide that replacement isn't actually necessary?And if documentation exists from Ford explaining why these particular fasteners must be replaced, or providing an approved procedure for their reuse, Matt wants to see it.Thanks to our Partner, Pico TechnologyAre you chasing elusive automotive problems? Pico Technology empowers you to see what's really happening. Their PicoScope oscilloscopes transform your diagnostic capabilities. Visit PicoAuto.comThanks to our Partner, AutelFrom drivability diagnostics and TPMS service to ADAS and advanced safety systems, Autel helps technicians follow OEM procedures and repair with confidence. Learn more at Autel.comContact InformationEmail Matt: mattfanslowpodcast@gmail.comSubscribe on YouTube: @automotivefieldtheoryThe Automotive Repair Podcast Network: https://automotiverepairpodcastnetwork.com/Download and Listen on Our Mobile App: https://automotiverepairpodcastnetwork.com/app/Remarkable Results Radio Podcast with Carm Capriotto: Advancing the Aftermarket by Facilitating Wisdom Through StoryTelling and Open Discussion. https://remarkableresults.biz/Business by the Numbers with Hunt Demarest: Understand the Numbers of Your Business with CPA Hunt Demarest. https://huntdemarest.captivate.fm/The Auto Repair Marketing Podcast with Kim and Brian Walker: Marketing Experts Brian & Kim Walker Work with Shop Owners to Take it to the Next Level. https://autorepairmarketing.captivate.fm/The Weekly Blitz with Chris Cotton: Weekly Inspiration with Business Coach Chris Cotton from AutoFix - Auto Shop Coaching. https://chriscotton.captivate.fm/Speak Up! 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Don't digit lambs maaaaate. An eventful weekend in glorious Gladstone from around the traps with the boys, from target practice with Tommy, kids being picky with their food and diving into the art of the Sunday Lamb Roast (and why they shouldn't be digited). A very niche Pub Of The Week where we revisit an old topic from the show and Curious is back to the local tip this week for some Dump Finds! News is fully packed and Poo's Reviews gets rather gorey as we bring the show home. Enjoy the rest of your week legends. The Warden Bucking Bull Of The Year shirts are back and only available at alphablokes.com.auGot a yarn for Talkback? Email it to carryon@alphablokes.com.auWant Poo to review your Tinder profile? Email the big fella with your intel to possibly get on to Poo's Reviews: poobandit@alphablokes.com.auEver wanted to watch the Podcast? Check out full visual, uncut and ad-free versions on our Patreon. Only $5 a week plus access to all of our exclusive vlogs. Our full 75+ minute movie of the road trip to Territory Day has just dropped, our best movie yet: patreon.com/alphablokespodcastBetter Beer: Jog in a can, win in a tin, the athletes choice. Try their new Halfy's at any bottle-o near you: https://www.betterbeer.com.au/Neds: Smash out a same game multi in seconds and track it live as the action plays out. Use the Punter's Toolbox for extra value and protection. Get amongst it on the Neds too. T&Cs apply see website for details https://www.neds.com.au/. You Win Some You Lose More.SP Tools: Schmicker tools for an even schmicker price, use code "ALPHA" at checkout for 10% off and check out their brand new catalogue: sptools.comPortwest: Tough workwear for tough jobs. Check out their vast variety of PPE for the jobsite here: https://www.portwest.com/market/Papa Macros: ready made unreal meals if you're too flat out to meal prep Sunday arvo. Use the code "ALPHA" for $30 off your first order or "ALPHA10" for any reoccuring order for 10% off at papamacros.com.au OR simply use the links below:$30 off your first order: https://www.papamacros.com.au/?coupon-code=ALPHA&sc-page=shop10% off: https://www.papamacros.com.au/?coupon-code=Alpha10&sc-page=shop0:00 - Curious' Trip To Canberra6:00 - Wordart & Poems10:00 - Tommy The Marksman17:00 - Bricky On The Brickies22:00 - Kids Being Picky With Food27:00 - Moochley Mishaps33:00 - Fuel Boats39:00 - Podcast Royale 3.0 Updates46:00 - The Stable53:00 - Pub Of The Week1:07:00 - Curious & Poo's Dump Finds For You1:13:00 - Cooking/Eating1:28:00 - Alpha News2:12:00 - Queefta Of The Week2:18:19 - Poo's Reviews Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Daniel Muñoz entrevista a Dolors Montserrat, secretaria general del PPE, sobre la forma en que Bruselas ve a Sánchez tras lo ocurrido en Ceuta.

The tradie yarns are on fire this week, we hear about what it's like to get caught getting pegged on smoko and watching your boss zip tie some cracktivities to the fence. It's Curious's first time in the drivers seat and the boys are up and about to watch him press buttons. Enjoy trendsetters.The Warden Bucking Bull Of The Year shirts are back and only available at alphablokes.com.auGot a yarn for Talkback? Email it to carryon@alphablokes.com.auWant Poo to review your Tinder profile? Email the big fella with your intel to possibly get on to Poo's Reviews: poobandit@alphablokes.com.auEver wanted to watch the Podcast? Check out full visual, uncut and ad-free versions on our Patreon. Only $5 a week plus access to all of our exclusive vlogs. Our full 75+ minute movie of the road trip to Territory Day has just dropped, our best movie yet: patreon.com/alphablokespodcastBetter Beer: Jog in a can, win in a tin, the athletes choice. Try their new Halfy's at any bottle-o near you: https://www.betterbeer.com.au/Neds: Smash out a same game multi in seconds and track it live as the action plays out. Use the Punter's Toolbox for extra value and protection. Get amongst it on the Neds too. T&Cs apply see website for details https://www.neds.com.au/. You Win Some You Lose More.SP Tools: Schmicker tools for an even schmicker price, use code "ALPHA" at checkout for 10% off and check out their brand new catalogue: sptools.comPortwest: Tough workwear for tough jobs. Check out their vast variety of PPE for the jobsite here: https://www.portwest.com/market/Papa Macros: ready made unreal meals if you're too flat out to meal prep Sunday arvo. Use the code "ALPHA" for $30 off your first order or "ALPHA10" for any reoccuring order for 10% off at papamacros.com.au OR simply use the links below:$30 off your first order: https://www.papamacros.com.au/?coupon-code=ALPHA&sc-page=shop10% off: https://www.papamacros.com.au/?coupon-code=Alpha10&sc-page=shop0:00 - Intro4:50 - Carry Ons1:04:40 - Winning Yarn/Caller Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the HVAC Know It All Podcast, host Gary McCreadie is joined by Clayton Cassady, President, & Robert Laframboise, Vice President, Class A Operator at RC Mechanical Canada to discuss industrial ammonia refrigeration systems and how they operate. Clayton explains why ammonia is widely used in large facilities, the safety procedures required when working with it, and how ammonia leak detection systems help protect operators. Robert shares how RC Mechanical trains and supplies refrigeration operators for ammonia plants, covering Class A and Class B certifications, online and in person training, and industry staffing challenges. The conversation also explores plant operation, screw and reciprocating compressors, and the role of refrigeration operators in keeping industrial facilities running safely and efficiently. In this conversation, Clayton explains what industrial ammonia refrigeration systems are and why ammonia is used in large facilities such as cold storage warehouses, food production plants, and hockey rinks. He discusses ammonia safety, leak detection, ventilation, and the procedures required when working with the system. Robert and Gary explore topics such as refrigeration operator training, Class A and Class B certifications, industry staffing challenges, and the role of operators in ammonia plants. They also discuss plant operation, screw and reciprocating compressors, and why proper training and safety practices are important for reliable operation.   Expect to Learn: What industrial ammonia refrigeration systems are and why ammonia is used in large facilities. The safety procedures, leak detection systems, and PPE required when working with ammonia. How refrigeration operators are trained, certified, and placed in ammonia plants. The difference between screw and reciprocating compressors used in ammonia systems. Why proper training, safe operating practices, and skilled operators are important for reliable plant operation.   Episode Highlights: [00:00] - Sponsor Ad: Factory Direct Filters [00:42] - Intro to Guests Clayton and Robert in Part 1 [02:48] - Ammonia Refrigeration Basics [04:07] - Why Ammonia Over Synthetics? [05:27] - RC Mechanical's Operator Supply Business [08:54] - Safety Protocols & Ammonia Sensors [12:48] - RC Mechanical's Training Program Details [15:29] - Operator Classifications & Training [17:24] - Compressor Types & Screw Compressor Operation   This Episode is Kindly Sponsored by: Cintas: https://www.cintas.com/hvacknowitall Cool Air Products: https://www.coolairproducts.net/ Factory Direct Filters: https://www.factorydirectfilters.com/ SupplyHouse: https://www.supplyhouse.com/tm Use promo code HKIA5 to get 5% off your first order at Supplyhouse!   Follow the Guests Clayton Cassady and Robert Laframboise on: LinkedIn Profile - Clayton: https://www.linkedin.com/in/clayton-cassady-04a484205/ LinkedIn Profile - Robert: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-laframboise-805100204/ LinkedIn - RC Mechanical Canada: https://www.linkedin.com/company/rc-mechanical-canada/ Website - RC Mechanical Canada: https://www.rcmechanical.ca/ Follow the Host on: LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gary-mccreadie-38217a77/ LinkedIn - HVAC Know It All: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hvac-know-it-all-inc Website: https://www.hvacknowitall.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/HVAC-Know-It-All-2/61569643061429/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hvacknowitall1/  Follow the Podcast on: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HVACKnowItAll Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6LCBJGw0EHG03rdWHxUMce Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hvac-know-it-all-podcast/id1359253455 

You're meant to turn it upside down?Things are pretty cruisy at the moment at HQ which is different for a change! We discuss the release of the Hardman doco, how fires can embedd their stench into your clothes and the origin of Wedges with Sweet Chilli sauce. Movies, Shows & Games is a big highlight for this episode, covering the new Sky King documentary and the no gambling plan for GTA 6 in Australia. We bring it home with our usual segments, with Poo's Reviews featuring a little throwback to the OG days of the segment. Enjoy your week trendsetters.The Warden Bucking Bull Of The Year shirts are back and only available at alphablokes.com.auGot a yarn for Talkback? Email it to carryon@alphablokes.com.auWant Poo to review your Tinder profile? Email the big fella with your intel to possibly get on to Poo's Reviews: poobandit@alphablokes.com.auEver wanted to watch the Podcast? Check out full visual, uncut and ad-free versions on our Patreon. Only $5 a week plus access to all of our exclusive vlogs. Our full 75+ minute movie of the road trip to Territory Day has just dropped, our best movie yet: patreon.com/alphablokespodcastBetter Beer: Jog in a can, win in a tin, the athletes choice. Try their new Halfy's at any bottle-o near you: https://www.betterbeer.com.au/Neds: Smash out a same game multi in seconds and track it live as the action plays out. Use the Punter's Toolbox for extra value and protection. Get amongst it on the Neds too. T&Cs apply see website for details https://www.neds.com.au/. You Win Some You Lose More.SP Tools: Schmicker tools for an even schmicker price, use code "ALPHA" at checkout for 10% off and check out their brand new catalogue: sptools.comPortwest: Tough workwear for tough jobs. Check out their vast variety of PPE for the jobsite here: https://www.portwest.com/market/Papa Macros: ready made unreal meals if you're too flat out to meal prep Sunday arvo. Use the code "ALPHA" for $30 off your first order or "ALPHA10" for any reoccuring order for 10% off at papamacros.com.au OR simply use the links below:$30 off your first order: https://www.papamacros.com.au/?coupon-code=ALPHA&sc-page=shop10% off: https://www.papamacros.com.au/?coupon-code=Alpha10&sc-page=shop0:00 - Hardman Embedded5:00 - Wedges12:00 - Weekends20:00 - Buying A New Mattress29:00 - The Stable40:00 - Dick Wiping47:00 - Pub Of The Week52:59 - Dump Finds1:06:30 - Cooking/Eating1:19:00 - Alpha News2:00:00 - Queefta Of The Week2:04:00 - Poo's Reviews Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Irish comedian travelling the country on his pushy Ian Dowling popped in for a yarn during the Gladstone leg of his tour.Ian tells us his story and how growing up in Ireland watching Home And Away inspired him to come over to Australia and why he hasn't left for 20 years! We discuss why he begun standup, how he got fired from his job and how that inspired the On Ya Bike Kant tour, a standup comedy through Australia that he's completing on his push bike! We also discuss how he plans for long stints on the bike and many more war stories that this legend had to offer. Enjoy trendsetters!Follow Ian's Journey on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/iandowlingcomedy/?hl=enGot a yarn for Talkback? Email it to carryon@alphablokes.com.auWant Poo to review your Tinder profile? Email the big fella with your intel to possibly get on to Poo's Reviews: poobandit@alphablokes.com.auEver wanted to watch the Podcast? Check out full visual, uncut and ad-free versions on our Patreon. Only $5 a week plus access to all of our exclusive vlogs. Our full 75+ minute movie of the road trip to Territory Day has just dropped, our best movie yet: patreon.com/alphablokespodcastBetter Beer: Jog in a can, win in a tin, the athletes choice. Try their new Halfy's at any bottle-o near you: https://www.betterbeer.com.au/Neds: Smash out a same game multi in seconds and track it live as the action plays out. Use the Punter's Toolbox for extra value and protection. Get amongst it on the Neds too. T&Cs apply see website for details https://www.neds.com.au/. You Win Some You Lose More.SP Tools: Schmicker tools for an even schmicker price, use code "ALPHA" at checkout for 10% off and check out their brand new catalogue: sptools.comPortwest: Tough workwear for tough jobs. Check out their vast variety of PPE for the jobsite here: https://www.portwest.com/market/Papa Macros: ready made unreal meals if you're too flat out to meal prep Sunday arvo. Use the code "ALPHA" for $30 off your first order or "ALPHA10" for any reoccuring order for 10% off at papamacros.com.au OR simply use the links below:$30 off your first order: https://www.papamacros.com.au/?coupon-code=ALPHA&sc-page=shop10% off: https://www.papamacros.com.au/?coupon-code=Alpha10&sc-page=shop0:00 - Love for Home And Away7:00 - Getting Fired & Starting Standup20:00 - On Ya Bike Idea27:00 - Integrating Riding Around Australia in Standup30:00 - Regional Comedy Contests43:00 - Plans For Rest Of Tour56:00 - Logistical Battles1:08:00 - Entertainment Factor Of Shows1:12:00 - Food & Water Carries1:20:00 - Guest Questions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.