Podcasts about refurbished

Watch Download File

Paul talks to Cllr Colm Kelleher about the need to keep the playground safe from vandals Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

ILP# 445 5/3/2026https://lordsofgaming.net/LORDS AFTER DARK on Insider Game App! ANDROID: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.insidergaming.appIOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/insider-gaming/id67539846481) ADVANCEDGG Use Code "IRONLORD" for 10% off https://advanced.gg/pages/partner-ironlords?_pos=12) VALARI PILLOW Use Code "ILP15" valari.gg/?ref=ironlordspodcastroundtable3)  ILP MERCH: https://ironlordspodcast-shop.fourthwall.com/collections/allsofgaming.net/4) NZXT & IRON LORDS PC Use Affiliate LINK: https://nzxt.co/Lords5) HAWORTH Gaming Chairs & ILP Use Affiliate LINK: https://haworth.pxf.io/4PKj7M*********************************************************00:00 - ILP#445 Pre-Show15:32 - ILP Intros30:26 - Lord Sov "Road To Tokyo" commitment lol46:35 - Lord 108DragonsTV Joins The Realm49:51 - Hyper X Cloud Stinger 3 Wireless Headset/Gaming Preview Event1:07:56 - Saros Impressions1:20:51 - Lord RallyCarDelta Joins The Realm1:29:30 - InvincibleVS Impressions2:03:41 - Xbox Financials/Asha Responds/Game Pass Viability3:59:33 - PS5 DRM Controversy/Refurbished Price Increase4:43:55 - Halo Trilogy Remake Rumors5:05:25 - Cyberpunk DEX Gunnars! (Addict Spotlight LOL)5:08:48 - ILP Outros*********************************************************Welcome to The Iron Lords Podcast!Be sure to visit www.LordsOfGaming.net for all your gaming news!ILP Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/6XRMnu8Tf1fgIdGlTIpzsKILP Google Play:play.google.com/music/m/Iz2esvyqe…ron_Lords_PodcastILP SoundCloud: @user-780168349ILP Itunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/iron-…uiR-IgF6cE9EQicIILP on Twitter: twitter.cm/IronLordPodcastILP on Instagram: www.instagram.com/ironlordspodcast/ILP DESTINY CLAN:www.bungie.net/en/Clan/Detail/178626The Iron Lords and the Lords of Gaming have an official group on Facebook! Join the Lords at:www.facebook.com/groups/194793427842267www.facebook.com/groups/lordsofgamingnetwork/Lord COGNITO--- twitter.com/LordCognitoLord KING--- twitter.com/kingdavidotwLord ADDICT--- twitter.com/LordAddictILPLord SOVEREIGN--- twitter.com/LordSovILPLord GAMING FORTE---twitter.com/Gaming_ForteILP YouTube Channel for ILP, Addict Show & all ILP related content: www.youtube.com/channel/UCYiUhEbYWiuwRuWXzKZMBxQXbox Frontline with King David: www.youtube.com/@xboxfrontlineFollow us on Twitter @IronLordPodcast to get plugged in so you don't miss any of our content.

Getting old bikes out of the landfill, and into the hands of those who might need one, is the goal of the Recycle a Bicycle program in Meridian.

Today on the IC-DISC Show we're talking with John, Clive, and Kelly Hess from CompuCycle in Houston. John started in the metals business in South Africa back in 1966, came to the US in 1986 to run a brass and copper distribution company, and spun off a small scrap division that eventually became CompuCycle. Clive joined in 1996 fresh out of U of H. Kelly came aboard in 2013 from the nonprofit world and now runs the company as CEO. Three decades later they're processing 40,000 pounds a day and hold more certifications than any other electronics recycler in Texas. In this conversation, the Hess family talks about the moment the Basel Accord shut down their entire plastics market overnight, why they think scrap metal companies handling electronics is now a liability risk for corporate customers, and how they built their own plastic washing line to solve a problem the rest of the industry was still struggling with. Kelly also shares a partnership they've built with Pearland ISD that turns scrap dismantling into job training for autistic students ages 18 to 22. Whether you're in recycling or not, the Hess family's thinking on running a multigenerational business, earning certifications most competitors won't bother with, and treating customer problems as a moat instead of a cost is worth your time.     SHOW HIGHLIGHTS How John Hess went from manufacturing copper ingot in South Africa in 1966 to building Houston's largest electronics recycler Why being R2 certified isn't enough, and what Compu-Cycle did after watching certified downstreams still send material to landfills The day the Basel Accord shut down their entire plastics market overnight, and how they engineered their way out Why scrap metal companies handling electronics has become a liability risk for their corporate customers The partnership with Pearland ISD that turns scrap dismantling into job training for autistic students What changed when Kelly came in from the nonprofit world and the family started hiring people smarter than themselves   Contact Details LinkedIn - Gordon Driscoll LINKS Show NotesBe a Guest About IC-DISC AllianceAbout CompuCycle   John HessAbout John Kelly HessAbout Kelly Clive HessAbout Clive TRANSCRIPT (AI transcript provided as supporting material and may contain errors) Dave: Well good morning. So this is my first time. I've had three guests on the podcast at one time. We have John Hess, we have Kelly Hess, and we have Clive Hess. So where are you all, calling into from today? what part of the world are you all in? Where now? John: We, I'm a responder. We're in Houston, Texas. Dave: Okay. And so am I. So that's, that is good. what I wanna talk about, and the reason we're doing the three person interview is the company Compus Cycle has been in business a little over 30 years, is that right? Kelly: 30 years to this? 2026 is our 30th anniversary, so we're really excited. Dave: That is awesome. and so what I wanna do, I want to go to the far origin of comp cycle, which really starts with John. So what I'd like to do is just start off with a little background on John and his entrance and experience in the scrap metal industry. So John, where are you? What part of the world do you hail from? John: Originally South Africa and have been in the metal business all my life. started in, at the age of 23 in 1966. Go back a long way. Dave: Okay. And, and then you're in the metals business, Ferris, non Ferris, John: right? we, I was, we were ingot manufacturers. We manufactured copper and aluminum based ingot for the foundry industry. And, got into the. Computer business, way back in about 1975 when we imported a, a machine for stripping cables and Okay. This machine also had the capability of shredding,computers of the old mainframe computers. Of course, there were no PCs at that time. Yes, of course. So that was my introduction to computers. Dave: Okay. So you're,you're getting into the computer, so we're talking if I'm doing my math right, that was about 50 years ago that you're involved in the shredding, chopping cable, shredding mainframe computer components. Is that about right? John: That's about right. Yep. Dave: Okay. And then how did we get from there to Compu cycle? John: Well, in 19. In 1966, I was offered an opportunity to come to, sorry, I'm getting myself messed up. It was 1986 that I had an opportunity to come to the United States to manage a company that distributed bras and copper bars and rods. Dave: okay. John: And we, while whilst there, I started a scrap division and that scrap division eventually became Compus Cycle. Okay. Right. Dave: Okay. So did, so was Compus Cycle like a literal spinoff from that company or was, did the idea come to you while you were there and you started a completely separate company? John: Well, we started it as a spinoff of that original company and, after a few years of running that business, I decided to leave the parent business and, get comp cycle going on its own. comp cycle started in the 1990s, as, A computer processing facility. Dave: Okay. And what does the name mean? John: What, what would the, what does the name mean? Dave: Yeah, I'm guessing it, it's like computer recycling that they John: kinda, yeah, computer cycle. we were largely in the scrap processing business at that time, but occasionally found product that was resalable and. okay. We actually repaired that and resold it. and that is how comp cycle began its existence, and it become a whole lot more sophisticated, over the years. Dave: Okay. Now, when you launched it, were Clive and Kelly involved at that time? John: Clive became involved. Clive, I can't remember the year. When was it? Dave: Yeah. Clive: I was involved, Kelly in 1996, I believe I was involved. Yes. And Kelly became involved in 2013. Was it 2013? Kelly: It's in 14 years. Believe it or not. Clive: Yeah, Kelly: 14 years. Dave: yeah, Kelly couldn't have, obviously Kelly couldn't have been involved from the beginning because she would've been in elementary school 30 years ago. Kelly: Well, no, I was that when he said, John said 50 years. I was like, okay, well that's exactly my whole life livelihood. And then, but yeah, no, Clive, I think, funny enough, we were dating when you were involved in Compu Cycle, but It was great though because Clive graduated. Well, you tell your story. You graduated from U of H and then jumped in. Clive: Yeah, I graduated, got involved and, we were, as my dad mentioned, primarily doing electronic scrap. and it evolved. it was really interesting. Back then there were very few companies doing what we were doing. And so not really knowing how to do what we were doing, we could survive and, we, we were scrapping mostly for the metal and precious metal recovery. Okay. Dave: And Clive: evolved into harvesting components, reselling the components, and then the refurbishing of equipment. On a very basic level, reselling it. And,as mentioned today, we are far more sophisticated than what we used to be 30 or 25 years ago. so it, it's, it, it grew from a very small business into a, today we're, we are a very. nice mid-size company. In our industry, John: we like to think of ourselves as the most dominant computer processing facility in, certainly in Houston and probably in Texas. Dave: Okay, so Clive, when you joined. I'm guessing it was a cushy job. You're the boss's son. You probably just sat at a desk with your feet on the desk, smoking a cigar all day, I'm guessing. Is that, was that about right? Is that kind of how it worked out? Clive: I would love to agree. family businesses are very unique, Dave, and, it, it, I'm very blessed. I'm very grateful for what I have. but it, that, I wish that was the case. No, we were certainly, yeah. Very involved and very entrenched. And, and,it's been a, it's been wonderful working with my dad and, it's been. more wonderful working with my wife. Kelly: He's just trying to be nice. That's a whole other podcast, Dave. Dave: Sure. Yeah. And obviously, and oh, and obviously I was joking with you, Clive, because usually the story is that when you're the boss's son, it's hard. Your life is harder because you're held to a different standard. Sometimes your dad has to go the opposite way and be even harder on you than the other employees. Clive: Yeah, he was actually,I will say,very easy with me. and,but it's, it, I was working for John: him getting clever aboard. Definitely took us to a higher level than we were when I was here on my own. And getting Kelly aboard gave us, a further injection to the extent that we've over the last 13 years since Kelly's arrival com cycle has matured enormously, it's become from simply another scrap, another computer scrapping business. To a sophisticated computer, refurbishing and scrapping as well. our scrap division has grown enormously with the addition of a shredding plant for computers and more recently a shredding plan for plastics, which, makes us unique in terms of having abilities that others simply do not have. Dave: Okay. No, that I get that. What, so I'm a chronological thinker. I'm an accountant. And so what I'd like to do is let's go back 30 years. You touched on it, John. Let's think about like the big milestones. So it, the company started in 96, if I'm doing my math right, in 1996. And what year did you join Clive? Clive: in 96 I was Dave: Okay, so the same time. Clive: Yeah. Dave: So as you think back, what was like maybe the first significant milestone? If we're thinking like in five year kind of impli or increments, like any major things that happened in those first five years that were, meaningful to where we got to today? Clive: If, gosh, going back 30 years, I can't go back three years, but,it's, bringing on. Large accounts. I think the first large account that I recall bringing on, would be Texas Children's Hospital. Okay. And,when we, that was a significant account that we brought on recycling the electronics, I think I, that would be a, certainly a milestone. and then going back to 2000,this is further ahead by 2010. We became the first certified electronics recycling company in Houston. And that was certainly a very large milestone because we were the only,for quite a few years, and that brought on additional accounts. what does takes life? Yeah. What Dave: I'm, I don't mean to interrupt. what does certified mean? Clive: So in, in our industry, there was no benchmark or there was no qualifications that one would have, one could have to identify themselves as a responsible electronics recycling company. Okay. And, corporations were familiar with the ISO certifications and Yeah. In 2008, the EPA. Stakeholders, created a certification called the R two, which stands for Responsible Recycling Practices Certification. Okay. And in order to achieve that, companies had to, follow a certain practices. Had to be certified just like companies who are ISO certified. Okay. We through the process of becoming certified, and it, it takes about, six months to a year to achieve that certification where you are, monitored. you have to recycle materials in a certain manner. you have to, adhere to the practices. You cannot just export products overseas anywhere to anybody without any, okay. Standards. And so we achieved that certification, which was,at that time extremely difficult, especially, a small company that did not have, Processes, policies, procedures that were documented in a sure professional manner. So that was, I think our, a very large step, moving in the right direction. and David, today we have the most certifications of any electronics recycling company in Texas. okay. So we, we have, I think seven certifications. Which would be the ISO 9,001, 14,001, 45,001, 27,001 certification. Then R two certification. E Steward certification, na AAA certification. so we have certifications, that, the scrap metal companies have zero. so scrap metal companies recycling electronics, is actually a. it is a,a liability risk, to corporations who may be sending the electronics to scrap metal companies for recycling because they don't adhere to any certifications. where we, we have seven that we have to adhere to. So when you're recycling with compute cycle,your products are handled in a very professional and, Very secured manner, especially today with where we are compared to back then. Dave: Yeah, I can, no, thank you for pointing that out. Because I can tell you, so I've been fortunate enough to be a, a donator of computers to your company through the years. I suspect I'm not your largest account. but of course my biggest concern was the confidentiality of the data. Okay. Because, I'm not a computer expert. I don't really know how to wipe a hard drive. And even if you wipe a hard drive, somebody who really knows what they're doing can still, I'm told, can still recover data some way. So I was looking for a way that I could just give you guys my laptop and be confident that data was never going to find a home elsewhere. Clive: Yeah. Dave: so is that the biggest concern of like your large corporate. providers or customers. Clive: Yeah, it's, and, let me just, one other milestone I'll say Okay. That I want to throw in was certainly, Kelly joining Comp Cycle. And, it's, over the years I've delegated, responsibilities or responsibilities have been removed from me and, Kelly is the CEO of comp cycle. And truly, Kelly is, an incredible leader of comp compute cycle. I'm, I, I always tell people that, and I've mentioned earlier that I'm truly, I'm blessed and, Kelly is phenomenal. And working with Kelly,is extremely rewarding for me, because of what we've accomplished. and we continue and we have the most amazing team at Compu Cycle. Company culture in this at Compute Cycle is extraordinary and it's because of Kelly and the team. So I think I'm gonna bow out now and I'm gonna pass. Okay. Kelly: Yeah. No, but hold on. Because they don't give themselves enough credit in the sense of where we've gotten to. where I came in about 2012 was our kids had, I came up from the nonprofit world. That was my life after graduation. And,I did a public relations psychology communications degree. Okay. Fell in love with nonprofit world and the fundraising of it and development directors of various different nonprofits. And, almost 25 years ago, October, Clive and I got married and Oh wow. Had, our two beautiful daughters. When I was working, I decided to stay home and raise the girls, but was doing some marketing and communications that really wasn't existent at the time for comp cycle while I was working at home. And, it was an amazing company for me because both John and Clive created this company that was really green before it was even cool to be green. And, wanted to really try to see how we could maximize what we were doing because the growth had been. Flat and we were, they were doing well, but we needed some type of growth in business development. So that's where I decided I was gonna come in for a couple years and try to just build clients, try to find new business. Okay. And we were, very blessed and lucky that we did, where we were able to get some very large accounts. And a lot of these accounts we were working with were saying, we don't understand why you're not a women-owned business. Okay. Like this there, obviously in this world, in this niche of the business we're doing, there's not a lot of women-owned businesses, okay. And what a growth possibility or opportunity it might be if you become women-owned. Okay? that is where it all started. And so 10 years ago I signed the dotted line and decided to see, okay, I'm really gonna see what we can do and build with Compus Cycle. but. I would definitely say yes, I've been able to grow the business with business development and accounts, but where the growth has really come is getting the right people on our team. It has been the strength of the,our management team. the actual managers of our company are, we have about a hundred employees right now. And Oh, wow. Yeah. And all of them are so dedicated. They're loyal. We've had some with great tenure with us, but it was really us realizing we had to start hiring people smarter than us. And that if we wanted to really grow, Dave: and Clive was the first one that made that hire. When he brought Kelly: Well, and then I've had to make, and then as a team, we've definitely hired a few more of those, which, has really been what has got us to this next level. and It's exciting to see, but I think what I'm most proud of with Compi Cycle as our company and what we've been able to create is, I am so proud to say when it comes if to looking for the most responsible, the most secure, the most sustainable and circular solution, you cannot do better than Compe Cycle. And we have such great differentiators of especially being here in Houston. I mean it when I say it, David, there is you. No reason why any company in Houston should not be using Comp Cycle. 'cause we are the only one that can truly show and guarantee responsible recycling because we're not only that recycler, most recyclers are sorters. They're going through the equipment. What can they reuse and what can they resell? Sure. And being a certified company, we are so proud to be dual certified with that R two and E Steward certification. But in my opinion, being certified is not enough because certified companies have to use certified downstreams. But being in the business for 30 years, we have unfortunately learned the hard way. And it's those Downstreams certified or not. Which is unfortunately where a lot of the landfill, the exporting and finding your three things on eBay happens. Okay? So we said as a team, no more, and we put in our processing facility next door and a multimillion dollar shredder where we're now, everything that comes to us, if we're not able to reuse and resell, which we're gonna give value back to our customer if we can resell it. But if not, it's gonna go next door to that processing plant and it's gonna turn directly into its raw materials. The steel, the plastic boards, aluminum, copper, and it goes directly to the mills smelters and refineries to be recycled. So that's like the biggest difference where, you know anyone, any company that uses us can sleep at night knowing that it's being done the right way and things aren't leading comfy cycle. And that is like what I am most proud of. And then we took it to the next level with putting in the plastics plant because epl, most electronics are made about 60% plastic and the EPL is dirty. So we created a sink float system where really the plastic gets about four different bath. And we're able to separate the plastic and then as well as separate it with an electrostatic machine that breaks. Its down to its A, B, S, and PS form. So we can create domestic solution now for the plastic. So that's where we Dave: got Kelly: the most circular. But what's really been amazing is us being able to see how Compi cycle is really that last piece of having an effective cybersecurity plan. If a company's gonna put all this money in protecting themselves from with the cybersecurity. But at the very end, they're not taking care of their equipment in the disposal, then it means nothing. So we've really tried to pose ourselves as like really the most critical, essential piece to the end of that plan because we wanna make sure things are done the right way. Dave: No, that. That is great. So by the way, I just wanted to clarify something with Clive. So one thing you and I share, Clive, is we both married way over our head and we're both married to rockstar wives. So when I say that. you married someone smarter than you. I can say that being that I'm in the same boat. So I'm just letting you know, I'm not really picking on you. I'm more, commiserating with you that we,we really, got way over our head with our spouse, selection. Clive: David. I agree. we certainly did. And, I, I have three women in my life and believeing me, they're all smarter than I. but I wanted to just, add on what Kelly mentioned. for me, my, my goal with Compute Cycle was to have a solution to our clients that was a completely secured solution. And where chain of custody remains with Compus Cycle. So when we, and we invite our clients, we've, we invite all prospective, clients to visit Compute Cycle. To see the process. To understand the process. once you see it, it's very easy to understand it and any questions that, or concerns that you may have. You mentioned earlier you wanted to make sure that if you drop off your product at Compute Cycle, you are mostly concerned about your data and how do you know? That it's gonna be handled correctly. So when we bring clients into our facility and our facilities, our access controlled facilities, we have security on site. So it is very secure. But when you go through the facility and we show you, we walk you through where it arrives and how it's processed. Any questions, concerns? we have companies that will audit us. We have their security departments, visiting compute cycle. we have cameras in our shreds where you can see the product being shredded. we, we show people how it's been done and it is absolutely a closed loop solution, which is exactly what I've always wanted. And we have that process today to offer to our clients, which is a major, we talk about, what would be the milestones, that is a milestone that we've actually achieved today where there is nobody. There's no other electronics processor in Houston. We are the third or fourth largest,city in the United States, and we are the exclusive processor in Houston. very proud of doing that. And in Texas, we're the exclusive electronics processor separating plastics into single polymer plastics. Okay, if clients are always concerned about data. Cybersecurity. We are the only electronics processor in Texas that's ISO 27,001 certified. so we can check the cybersecurity just through that certification. But we do these things because we wanna be a leader in the industry and we also want to protect our clients throughout the entire process. Dave: Yeah. So let's So by the way Kelly: Yeah. The right way. Dave: Oh yeah. How long has it been since you moved across the street to your current facility? Like three years ago, but I'm pretty sure it's been longer than that. Clive: 20, 20 18 we moved into. This facility and in 2019 we opened up the processing facility. Kelly: But I think it's important to note that in 2018, that facility was 40,000 square feet. When we moved here, it was 80,000 square feet, so we doubled our size and that next year we bought next door for our processing plant, which is now another 50,000 square feet. Yeah. So truly tripled our size. In one year. And so the good news is we have capacity, we to do more, which we'd love. In our processing plant, we do about 40,000 pounds a day of processing. Oh wow. But we could do 60. and I would love to get us to two shifts. we'd love to always get more customers and we'd love to be able to show prospects and customers to tour our facility. We're so proud of what we're doing and how we do it, and we're very transparent, so we encourage any prospect to schedule a tour with us. And something off also that we offer just more is less a community service, but also because it's the right thing to do is residents can bring their equipment to us five days a week and drop off, and we'll be happy to recycle it free of charge, destroy all their hard drives, so residents don't have to worry about their data. Dave: that is great. It sounds like I'm overdue for a tour because it's been, it was probably 2020 that I was last there. It was probably right after the Shrider got started. Yes. Certainly I've not seen the plastics recycling. So talk to me to the extent that you're comfortable discussing in general terms, because you made the comment that depending on the value you can extract from the machine, some of that value may go back to your customers. Can you gimme just a general sense, like let's take some company that. Recycles a thousand computers a year. What's the general process? Do they deliver 'em to you? Do they have a big container? Do you go pick 'em up? Like why don't we just start at the beginning? How does it work, Kelly? Kelly: Yeah, no, and I'll let Clive go into more of the pricing. He's the pricing guru for us. But really what you know, what's so great is that we can accept material. We have 3 24 foot box trucks driving. I call 'em my walking bill, driving billboards. They're going around the city all day long, picking up equipment. And so we bring stuff here directly to us, but also companies can ship things directly to us. Dave: Okay. Kelly: And or if there's locations outside of Houston and they want us to either white glove service to pack it and or we can ship it. We have our own logistics where we can bring and a arrange. So really from anywhere in the United States, we can handle collections. But what's the process really is once a customer is in our system, Clive or myself are the only ones that are able to develop a contract for that company, and it gives us the exact instructions of what they want. Some companies need everything destroyed. Some things will allow us to give value. So depending on the contract, we have specific instructions. But what we're also so proud of is all the data bearing devices come in and we put our own asset tag on that equipment. Okay. So we'll be able to track that equipment as it comes into Compu cycle and we can see exactly what happens to it, where it goes, where it is in the process. But our customers can also, so they can, oh wow. Serial number of a machine. They can be able to see exactly when it was recycled. This online portal holds our certificates of data destruction, certificate of recycling. So all of these things our customers can access at any time. But when it comes to value, usually our baseline is anything five years and younger, and that has this working condition. But I'm gonna let Clive take over at this point. Clive: Yeah, it's, so where we can. Refurbished product for reuse, we give value back to the customers. Okay? So typically if product's five years old or younger, we gotta give value back to the customers. We are gonna destroy the data. we sanitize the data using Department of Defense Compliance Software, our reporting, we will report the mate model, serial number, capacity, of the hard drive and include in the report. The parent's serial number that the drive,belongs to. So very detailed reporting, drives that fail the process. We physically shred. we have some clients, as Kelly mentioned, we have some clients where a hundred percent of the equipment coming in here has to be shredded. We have camera surveillance throughout the entire facility, so you can witness the,the process in person, or you can witness the process via camera. but where we can repurpose and reuse, we give value back. our sales channels, we sell to various verticals, depending on the age of the equipment. so we sell product domestically. We sell product internationally. we actually, have launched and we, David, I think we are the only company in our industry. we have online sales where our customers. Can actually witness the sale of their products and see the value that we actually are getting for their products. So we are Oh wow. Truly transparent, where our clients can see what the value of the product is. We have a lot of clients that ask us how do we know we getting the maximum value? So we now have a way for them to see what the value is, and then we are selling that on a revenue share basis. Where based on what we sell, they'll get X and we'll get Y. Okay. So we are trying to maximize the value, for our clients and whatever we cannot resell. We process through the shredding plans. Kelly: Ooh. I have to mention, I love also that one of our biggest buyers too is ISDs across the country. Dave: Oh, really? Kelly: Okay. We can buy three systems for the price of one, and we sell with warranties. So I'm so proud that we're able to provide school districts across the country with the affordable equipment for the students. Dave: No, I, I like that. So I'm curious,you're the only, computer recycling, client we have and so I'm more familiar with a traditional yard, so like a scenario where there's like a manufacturing facility. And they have like turnings and scrap metal that comes from the processing facility that's clean. Now, my understanding is that type of material, the recycler is actually paying for that material. Now, I would imagine in the computer world it might be different if a client wants everything destroyed. Are they, do they tend to pay you or are you still paying them because of the scrap value? Clive: it's both. so yes, we do give scrap value. but there, there are items where there is a cost for us to, it's not like a scrap metal company where you're bringing in clean aluminum, dirty aluminum, steel, copper, et cetera, et cetera. TVs for example, when we are processing TVs, inside the TVs, there's products that there's a cost for us to disposal. If it's the lamps, the glass, the panels where there is a cost for us to process and dispose of that. So if, a company just had cable and we brought in the cable, yes. We'll give them cable value, just like the scrap metal companies we'll pay for For that product. So it's a combination of both. that,and, depending on the volumes, we will price it that way. So we do have manufacturers, that need their products shredded and we will then,there's a cost for us to process and there's value that we give for that material too, and we will. we will, we'll share that, certainly the value with them as well. Kelly: And David too. What I think is so important is that we also provide incredible environmental scorecards and sustainability reports for our customers. Okay? So we're actually able to show them what has been diverted from landfill. What is the reduction of carbon footprint? And especially having that processor next door, we can actually break it even down to the actual metals of what, what it is that's been recycled. What's been reused, what has been resold, so we can provide all that data to them to make them be able to show their corporate sustainability departments what difference they're able to make by using a company like Comfy Cycle. Dave: Okay. So and so your customers, are they like across industries? I'm guessing you guess some oil companies as clients. Kelly: Healthcare. The healthcare and oil and gas here in Houston obviously are very heavy, but we handle companies of all sizes, all industries. And, what's Dave: the minimum size that it makes sense for them to have a conversation with you? do they need like, a hundred employees or thousand employees or Clive: Yeah, the, the, so companies can, they can deliver their product to us. Dave: Okay. Clive: or we can, so small companies,there, there are very small companies that will bring their product to country Cycle to. To be processed. Dave: like the way my company does it. Clive: Yeah. Dave: we just drop it off. We don't pay you anything. You don't pay us anything. You just take care of it. Clive: Correct. so yeah, it's, it really is any size, most importantly,is how we process the material. And that is not going to a landfill, that we are not exporting it, overseas to. any to a downstream that is, that, that is not to third world countries that cannot recycle the product correctly. we have to adhere to very strict regulations and, hence we open up our processing plants where we can shred into the raw materials. and so we are not exporting. Products overseas. We process, we processing it domestically. And what we do export is the raw material. So yes, we can, well, the steel we sell domestically, but the aluminum and the copper and the boards and the plastics, we can sell that domestically or we can sell internationally as the raw material. Dave: Okay. Clive: Yeah. Dave: So talk to me about the plastics recycling. Before you started doing that, was that product just going to the landfill? Clive: No, so the plastics industry, the plastics, the plastics were being shipped to Malaysia. the Malaysia is the largest plastics market for,I'm going to for low grade plastics material and John: Okay. Clive: In. appro approximately five years ago, the Basel Action Network. so the Basel Accord passed a law regarding recycling of plastics and certain low grade plastics, had to be,recycled in accordance with the Basel action. John: okay. Clive: Accord and really what that came down to with electronics, plastics is that you could not, Malaysia, which is, which ratified the Basel action Accord, was not allowed to import mixed e-waste plastics. Okay, because the United States has not ratified the Basel Action Network. It was not illegal to export other United States, but it was illegal for them to import into Malaysia. Okay? And so the Basel Action Network put a lot of emphasis on monitoring what was leaving the US and what was going into Malaysia. so it basically went from plastics. All the e scrap guys selling plastics to Malaysia, to, there's no market to sell the plastics. There's no value in the plastics, and what do you do? And that became a massive problem in our industry. Fortunately, we decided many because we were shredding electronics and were generating the plastics. We wanted to further process plastics and we wanted to extract the metals, excuse me, from the plastics. So we added on to our processing line, a plastic washing and sorting system so we could remove the metals, have clean plastics, and get more value for the plastics. And the timing was just, it was wonderful because we just happen to do this at the right time. So today we have a solution for the plastics. We can sell plastics domestically. Or we can sell plastics internationally. In order to sell it internationally, you have to separate the A, b, S and PS plastics, which we can do, or we can sell it domestically mixed. So we have a plastic solution. the plastics, I'm grateful. We not in the, we, we always tell our clients we're not in the plastics business. We don't want to be in the plastics business. we just happen to generate plastics. The plastics markets. at the moment are very depressed markets. Kelly: so I always say it's sustainability over profitability, but it's Dave: okay. Clive: Yeah. Sorry. and that's why we are very grateful. We are not in the plastics business, but it is a,today the virgin plastics actually,are it's the recycled plastics. The virgin plastics prices are so low right now that the recycled plastics is not a needed plastic. in Europe, they are mandated to use a certain percent of recycled plastics, the manufacturing of equipment that does not exist in the United States. So there's a much stronger demand for the plastics internationally than there is domestically. hence we can sell the plastics internationally. but it's a wonderful, it's wonderful that we can offer this to our clients. it has opened many more doors to compute cycle because clients who are concerned about the environments, who do want to do the right thing, who wanna make a difference and wanna make an impact. they are using compute cycle because of our capabilities. Dave: Okay. Clive: Yeah. Dave: Well, I, I just looked at the clock, man. Time flies when you're having fun. as we're rounding the home stretch, I just have a few more questions. so Kelly, so you and Clive and John have done a great job of explaining it. Why? Comp is uniquely positioned to serve companies, especially in Houston and Texas. but I'd like to flip the question. Can you share a customer story or two as far as what your customers tell you that they love about comp? Can you think of like a couple. A couple examples, like where somebody had a different solution that was problematic, then they found compus and Compus, really made a big difference. Can you think of a couple examples? And you don't need to mention the company's by name if it's Kelly: not Yeah,no. I think one of the things I'm most proud of with, Compus Cycle is that we are not a cookie cutter approach. We really create tailored solutions for all of our companies because working with companies of all sizes, all industries, all of the needs are different. So we've really been able to tailor solutions to what their needs are. But I really think what's amazing is John, Clive and myself, what pride we put into our customers. And they're able to see that as owners of the business, that we actually, how much we're involved and how much we care. I give every potential customer and customer my cell phone. If there is ever a concern, a problem, an issue that they're having, they can call me directly. We have a great sales team, but if they're not getting what they need or if there's a problem, I want to know so they can call me directly. And we really work on having the personal relationship with our customers of, and again, of all sizes. okay. Every customer we have means something to us. And I think like that's one of our great selling points, and something that's important to us. But I also think too that, we love to grow. We're all about continuous improvement. So we challenge our customers that if they have projects or different types of equipment, that they're not sure if it's something that we can process or do. Send us a picture. Tell us what your project is, let us see if we can do it. If we can grow our services, because that's what, how we grow as a company, and then we can offer more to our other customers. Okay. So we really challenge them to see what else can we do to help them. Clive: Yeah. I, Dave, let me add that, the feedback that I get from a lot of our customers is how responsive we are. If you email compute cycle within 24 hours, you'll have a response. you need something done, we get to it. they are amazed at how efficient we are at what we do. large corporations where typically they're waiting three or four or five days, we get back to them immediately and then their pain points. We had a client a week ago that, it's a very large client. They're international clients that needed a solution for, certain hard drives and certain devices,that are very,important devices that they do not want to leave their facility. They want to be able to, just wipe these devices individually themselves. we are very easy. They use our license, they wipe the device and they send the device to us. So we can electronically do that, where they can just log in through the portal, click a button, and it will erase the data from the device. Dave: oh Clive: wow. It's, we have solutions. We work with our clients to make their lives easy. We make their lives so simple. we have a team that does data center decommissioning. So we go on site, we decommission the data center Kelly: all over the Clive: country. We do that all over the country. Oh, wow. And it's a very experienced team. And the feedback that we get is. You guys can do it in a week. The last company that we used, it took them three weeks. So we are very efficient, and we are very transparent. I mentioned when we selling your product that you can see the value that we selling your product. It's just we are so good at what we do and when we can prove that to our clients. We never lose clients. once you come on board with Compus Cycle, the experience is unbelievable. And, we truly are the expert in our industry, because this is exactly what we do. And yes, we have much larger competitors, but we are very streamlined, we are very efficient, we are very nimble and we get things done very well. and so we are so excited 'cause we are growing. We really are growing within this industry and our capabilities are unbelievable and we continue to improve. right now, we focusing on data, we focusing on ai, we focusing on how do we become more efficient at what we doing. within these two facilities, we are processing the same amount of material, 50%. More efficient than where we were two years ago. So really Dave: That's Clive: amazing. we need to move into another facility today. Kelly: today we just need more equipment. Clive: Yeah. it's just incredible. So we continuously, we set goals and we continuously, achieve those goals. and,we're, we are growing and we're. Kelly: But really to be a family owned business, which we are, and what John, started for all of us is what is, what's amazing is that we still haven't lost that We can now do what all the big boys do and our processes and procedures and services, but we also are still very much. A family owned business in the sense of I hope our customers realize how much we care and that we're available to them and our team cares. And I just hope that says something that we haven't lost that. Clive: Yeah, we're not a mom and pop organization, but we are, we treat our clients with the same respect as we would like to be treated and we treat our employees. Like they are, family to us. we, and our facility is clean. Our facility is dust free, our facility is safe. Our employees have the the PPE that is required. we are always looking out for employees. I was actually at a facility yesterday. that I, yesterday I came home to Kelly and I said, I've never seen something so dusty. And disgusting and how they would allow the employees to be in that environment. When I left that facility for an hour, I was copying and it was just, it was awful. And we would, it's just not who we are. And this is an international company. I could not believe it. And we will never treat our employees. wow. in that regard. Dave: So it really sounds like the philosophy that your relationship with your customers is more than just a vendor, customer, that it's truly a partnership. Kelly: Absolutely. Dave: Right. and that you are, you work together, you're always, trying to improve things. And then it also sounds like the relationship with your employees is somewhat similar, that it's a partnership. Y'all are in this together and you play different roles, but everybody's important and, Does that kind of summarize that? Kelly: Yeah, no, we definitely know, see people for their strengths and and maximize them to what they're good at and what they have a passion for. And it's worked. It's an Dave: equation works. So I have one more question and it's for each of you this, so it's the same question to each of you and you can't copy one another's answers. Okay. Okay. I'm gonna start with John. So John, at this point. In your career, in the evolution of Compus Cycle, what do you enjoy the most as far as your role these days with the company and with Clive and Kelly? what brings you the most enjoyment? John: Okay. So I'm at the stage of my career, right at the end stage of my career. what I enjoy most. Is watching the success of Kelly and Clive, which I find so remarkable. And the, when I look at the company now and relate where it's at to where it was when, they came on board, the differences like chalk and cheese, the difference is massive. volumes of business that we doing. the relationship with employees, the relationship with customers, all of these things has metastasized into so much more than it used to be. Okay? So that is what I'm proud of, and that's what I enjoy most. Dave: Yeah, that, that answer doesn't surprise me. I. I see you more frequently, socially than I do Kelly and Clive, and I've always had that sense that pride, in just the how gratifying you found, you find that you started this thing and that Clive and Kelly have really just taken it to a whole new level. So that, that makes Kelly: sense. But don't let him pull you. He's here every single day. And a door is always open. And really a consultant of consultants when it comes in helping us with our scrap metal side still of the business and everything. So he's here every day. Dave: Well, that, that is great. I'll go to Clive next. So in your current capacity, what do you enjoy the most? What gives you the most satisfaction? Clive: Yeah. I, Dave, I enjoy. also watching the growth and the success of country cycle. But I think what's, I enjoy doing things that make me happy, where I used to have to do everything. I now can focus more on establishing partnerships, focus more on, working on the business,instead of the nitty gritty little things that I used to be so bogged down on. I don't have that anymore. So it's helping salespeople be successful. putting quotes together that are,very difficult, because of the experience that I have. So it's, it's that's,it's, that's what I enjoy. Yeah. Dave: Awesome. Kelly last stop Clive: and watching loves. Kelly: Yeah. So I have to say, I can this answer, I can finally give you confidently. 'cause I probably, if you asked me the last few years, I wouldn't be able to say so confidently. because now by having a sales team, I'm not always having to focus on finding the new business. And also being able to not be in the nitty gritty as much and be more at a higher view. But I have finally gotten my nonprofit life back and been able Oh John: yeah. Kelly: Yes. And combine both. So there's two things I have to tell you that we're doing that I'm just Dave: sure Kelly: beyond proud of. The first thing just happened recently and we've been trying for years to make this happen, but we have a partnership with Goodwill Houston. Dave: Oh, you do? Okay. Kelly: Yes. And so Goodwill Houston, you know their mission is to empower lives by work. And to employ people by work. And the way they do that is by having all of these donation centers, people donate and then they're able Put their money into the career development. Well, we wanted to be able to have a place where people could donate or to give their equipment. So when Goodwill accepts electronics, if they can't sell those electronics, we're gonna take them, and then we're gonna pay them for the scrap value. Oh Clive: wow. So Kelly: we're one responsibly handling all the stuff they can't sell. And two, be able to provide money back to them where they can put it into their programs. So I'm very proud that's a partnership we have here in Houston and that's developed just recently. And then we also have a partnership working right now with Pearland ISD that we're trying to now replicate within other ISDs. And I have to give Clive credit for this because he's the one that really created a training facility for individuals at school that are, That I No, that no. That have,the gift, like really the children that are on the spectrum of autism. So they have, from 18 to 22 years old at schools, those students that have somewhat graduated high school but still need time to develop, we've created a job track, a training facility where they're able to dismantle the equipment. Oh wow. John: We Kelly: to then pay, it's the equipment that they're dismantling is their school's equipment. We're then picking it up as scrap. We're paying them for that scrap so they can keep the program sustainable. As well as pay some of their students as interns. They're getting job training, which I can now bring over to Goodwill. Have them go into the job piece of work. Wow, that's amazing. Not only are we circular solution and recycling, but my goal is to create a circular solution and community impact. Dave: That is awesome. That is awesome. That's what Kelly: I'm excited about. Dave: That is awesome. Kelly: So it's doing things like that, that I'm really hope that as we grow, that we continue just how can we collaborate and make more impact in the community as well as the responsible sustainable recycling. Dave: No, that is awesome. Congratulations. Goodwill is my paternal grandmother worked at, Goodwill for like 40 years in, Sioux City, Iowa. Kelly: You're kidding. Dave: Nope. 'cause I know you're from Iowa, Kelly: right? You get my whole family, my mom's side. Yes. All, oh, the plow. Dave: Yeah. so Goodwill, they started a church at the Goodwill Facility. And anyway, so I'm a big fan of Goodwill, so I appreciate, I That's strange, that connection. John: Yes. Dave: so I can't tell you. So I want to thank you all for two things. One, I want to thank all three of you for taking the time to come on and tell the story. I really appreciate it. And secondly, more personally, I just wanna tell you how much I appreciate having had the chance to serve you all,on our services. the team always tells me that they always enjoy working with your team. And it's been fun to watch the, from our end to watch the progress of the company over time. So thank you for having that opportunity to be your partner in the tax services that we do. Kelly: No, we appreciate everything you do for us, David. Thank you. We enjoy working with you. Dave: Well, thank you. Well, you all have a great day and we'll talk soon. Kelly: Great. John: Thank you David. Kelly: Thank you. John: Bye. Special Guests: Clive Hess, John Hess, and Kelly Hess.

Hillsborough Mayor Mark Bell spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, April 21, discussing town news and events. He discussed the upcoming Zwanze Day event at the Wooden Nickel this upcoming Saturday. He also outlined an upcoming street resurfacing project that will cause temporary closures for several streets around town. He also discussed some artwork being refurbished at River Park, and more. The post Hillsborough: Zwanze Day, Street Paving, Refurbished Art appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

Gebraucht kaufen, clever sparen? Der Markt mit Second-Hand-Smartphones & Co. wächst seit Jahren. Nur: Wann ist gebraucht wirklich smart? Gebrauchte Technik ist mehr als nachhaltiger Konsum: Käuferinnen und Käufer wollen vor allem sparen. Und das hat Folgen: Der boomende Refurbished-Markt wächst laut Prognosen um ein Vielfaches schneller als der Neugeräte-Markt. Wir klären, wie unter anderem die Politik das Wachstum antreibt und ob sich die Second-Hand-Technik lohnt.

Die Idee ist völlig naheliegend: Wenn ein neuer Rechner gekauft werden muss, Warum nicht einen gebrauchten nehmen, wo neue Hardware angesichts von RAM- und SSD-Preis-Krise so teuer ist? Je nach Ansprüchen lässt sich mit refurbished PCs, also gebrauchten und professionell aufbereiteten Geräten, tatsächlich eine Menge Geld sparen. Allerdings sind solche Geräte zwar oft, aber bei weitem nicht immer eine sinnvolle Wahl. Wann das so ist – und was es sonst noch zu beachten gilt – das ist Thema dieser Folge des c't uplink.

A Clare businesswoman has been left devastated after her newly refurbished shop was broken into and ransacked...less than 24 hours after its grand opening! The incident happened at a Spar store in Blackwater near Parteen, where significant damage was caused and a number of items were stolen. Gardaí are now investigating. To tell us what happened and how she's dealing with the aftermath, Alan Morrissey spoke with Alannah Barron on Friday's Morning Focus. Photo (c) Barrons Blackwater Instagram

refurbed, Ireland's leading online marketplace for refurbished goods, has launched an exclusive new partnership with GoPro, the global brand recognised for its versatile action cameras. As part of this collaboration, refurbished GoPro products will be made available exclusively via refurbed in Ireland, Denmark and Sweden. This is refurbed's first major consumer electronics (CE) brand partnership in the camera category, which shows the growth in demand for refurbished goods beyond smartphones and laptops. The partnership builds on a successful pilot phase, during which sales of GoPro products on refurbed increased by 195%, demonstrating strong consumer demand for high-quality refurbished cameras. This demand was particularly evident in Ireland last year. refurbed, now marking its 5th year in Ireland, saw an increased demand for refurbished cameras among its Irish consumers in 2025. Compared to 2024, there was a year on year growth of 329%. Refurbished devices typically cost up to 40% less than their brand-new counterparts, so customers are getting a high-quality product at a fraction of the price. From now on, customers in Ireland, Denmark and Sweden can purchase refurbished GoPro HERO9, HERO10 and HERO11 models exclusively through refurbed. All devices originate from customer and channel returns and are professionally refurbished by GoPro and its partners. The refurbishment process includes thorough inspection, functional testing, cleaning, and quality assurance, with key components such as batteries replaced where necessary. All products meet original performance standards, including full waterproof functionality. "With GoPro, we are expanding our offering into an exciting new product category and showing that refurbished can go far beyond smartphones," says Kilian Kaminski, Co-Founder of refurbed. "This partnership allows us to bring highly attractive, premium products to more consumers, while making them more accessible and sustainable at the same time. It also serves as a strong example of how brands can successfully collaborate with refurbished marketplaces." GoPro also emphasised the importance of the collaboration, stating: "We partnered with refurbed to make GoPro products available to more customers through a trusted refurbished marketplace, with a strong focus on quality and sustainability." The partnership underlines a broader industry shift, with more leading brands embracing refurbishment as a way to extend product lifecycles and reach new customer segments. See more stories here. More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Ireland's No.1 Tech Podcast too. You can find hundreds of fantastic previous episodes and subscribe using whatever platform you like via our Anchor.fm page here: https://anchor.fm/irish-tech-news If you'd like to be featured in an upcoming Podcast email us at Simon@IrishTechNews.ie now to discuss. Irish Tech News have a range of services available to help promote your business. Why not drop us a line at Info@IrishTechNews.ie now to find out more about how we can help you reach our audience. You can also find and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat.

Business phone hardware can be expensive, but refurbished VoIP phones offer a reliable, cost-effective alternative. Here's what to look for and how to make the switch work for your organization. Go to https://telecomdepotdirect.com/ for more information. Telecom Depot Direct City: Montréal Address: 9315 Route Transcanadienne Website: https://telecomdepotdirect.com/ Phone: +1 514 360 1809 Email: info@telecomdepotdirect.com

Hello Cruisers! Welcome to episode 234! Last Fall, Scott and Pam sailed on the newly refurbished Majestic Princess. On today's show, they share a conversation about the changes and refreshed spaces on this beautiful cruise ship. They dig deep on the details and share some hints and tips you need to have on hand the next time you board the ship.  Majestic Princess is one of our favorite ships of the Princess Cruise fleet. We have wonderful memories and look forward to making new memories when we sail on her again soon. Do you have a memory or tip to share about Majestic Princess? Please email us at thecruisedudes@gmail.com and we will share it on a upcoming podcast. Enjoy the show! Tommy & Scott

Welcome to Episode 260 of Pelo Buddy TV, an unofficial Peloton podcast & Peloton news show. This week we cover the following topics: Peloton is testing adding a discount for seniors (ages 65 & up) for app membership & hardware purchases. The Peloton App now shows users real names, along with their leaderboard names. Jermaine Johnson has a new split strength program later this month. Peloton is celebrating World Sleep Day again this year. Robin, Ally, Camila, Jess, Charlotte, and Hannah F taught a group ride for International Women's Day. A new artist series showcasing Olivia Dean's music took place. Peloton highlighted some classes in "This Week at Peloton." Peloton has teased a new social media feature and possible video podcast called "Off Air." A bug related to calories burned during workouts is being fixed next week Refurbished original Peloton Bikes & Bike+ are being offered with an additional discount. Saqib Baig has been named as the interim Chief Financial Officer for Peloton. Rad & Callie have new energy drink partnerships. Sam Yo is planning a book tour. Ash, Robin, and Rebecca were at South By Southwest. Peloton hosted the InTandem group with Christine last month. Marcel Dinkins was featured in Memphis Health & Fitness. Johanna Ricouz was interviewed on NBC in Miami. Jenn Sherman was on the Bright Side Up podcast. Peloton will host a St. Patrick's Day run in the UK. Class Picks of the Week Enjoy the show? Become a Pelo Buddy TV Supporter!  Find details here: https://www.pelobuddy.com/membership-levels/ You can find links to full articles on each of these topics from the episode page here: https://www.pelobuddy.com/pelo-buddy-tv-episode-260/ The show is also available via YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/PeloBuddy This episode is hosted by Amanda Segal (#Seglo3) and  and Holly Kabler (#Crabbie_KakeS).

refurbed, the leading online marketplace for refurbished products in Ireland, has surpassed €3 billion in cumulative Gross Merchandise Volume (GMV) and expanded into 12 new European markets, doubling its footprint and marking a major milestone in the mainstream adoption of refurbished products. The company reached €3 billion in the total value of goods sold through its marketplace less than 12 months after passing €2 billion, reflecting year-on-year GMV growth of over 40%. The milestone follows a €50 million investment round in November 2025 and profitability achieved earlier that year, providing a strong foundation for continued expansion across Europe. "Refurbished is no longer a niche – it's becoming the default for many customers across Europe." said Peter Windischhofer, co-founder and CEO of refurbed. "We've proven that a circular business model can scale profitably. Surpassing €3 billion in GMV and expanding into 12 new markets shows that." To date, refurbed has sold 10 million products across their European markets and over 50% of its customers have returned for additional purchases. Since entering the Irish market five years ago, refurbed has sold more than 400,000 products to over 200,000 customers, contributing over €146 million in GMV. Through the purchase of refurbished devices, Irish customers have saved almost 17 million kilograms of CO?, more than 5 billion litres of water and nearly 60,000 kilograms of electronic waste. Pan-European expansion at scale The company's new markets include Spain, France, the UK, Poland, Slovakia, Slovenia, Croatia, Lithuania, Estonia, Latvia, Bulgaria and Luxembourg, bringing refurbed's addressable market to approximately 486 million consumers. Leading brands available on the platform include Dyson and Kärcher in home and garden, alongside Apple, Samsung and Google in consumer electronics. "This expansion is a deliberate next step," Windischhofer adds. "After reaching profitability and securing fresh investment, we are deploying capital where we see clear demand, strong supply infrastructure and long-term value creation. We scale where our model works – and we know it works." €3 Billion GMV: Refurbishment moves into the mainstream The acceleration from €2 billion to €3 billion in under a year highlights growing consumer trust in refurbished products and increasing competitive strength against new product sales. Premium supply is expanding rapidly, with the premium product share of order volume increasing by +113% and the premium share of GMV rising by +90% since the category launched in 2025. "We are witnessing a clear, structural shift in consumer behaviour," says Kilian Kaminski, co-founder of refurbed. "Smart and sustainable growth is no longer a trade-off. The circular economy is becoming mainstream, and Europe has the opportunity to lead globally by proving that profitability and sustainability go hand in hand." To date, refurbed has contributed to saving 445,000 tonnes of CO2 by offering refurbished instead of new products to consumers. See more stories here. More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Ireland's No.1 Tech Podcast too. You can find hundreds of fantastic previous episodes and subscribe using whatever platform you like via our Anchor.fm page here: https://anchor.fm/irish-tech-news If you'd like to be featured in an upcoming Podcast email us at Simon@IrishTechNews.ie now to discuss. Irish Tech News have a range of services available to help promote your business. Why not drop us a line at Info@IrishTechNews.ie now to find out more about how we can help you reach our audience. You can also find and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat.

Returns are no longer just a headache, they're a strategic opportunity. As the circular economy gains momentum, reverse logistics is quickly becoming one of the most important levers in modern supply chains.In this episode of Supply Chain Now, Scott W. Luton and Deborah Dull are joined by Scot Case, Vice President of Sustainability at the National Retail Federation (NRF), and Tony Sciarrotta, Senior Director of Reverse Logistics and Circularity at NRF, to share key insights from the NRF Rev event and discuss why reverse logistics deserves a seat at the strategy table.The conversation explores how resale, repair, and recycling are moving into the mainstream, and why returns should no longer be treated as a cost center. From the surge in e-commerce returns to increasing legislative pressure through extended producer responsibility, the group breaks down how these forces are changing retail and supply chain operations.Deborah adds perspective on how technology improves visibility and accountability across the returns process. Together, the guests outline practical ways companies can turn reverse logistics into a competitive advantage while improving customer experience and advancing sustainability goals.Jump into the conversation:(00:00) Intro(02:31) Meet the guests: Scot Case and Tony Sciarrotta(06:31) NRF's sustainability mission: Business value meets reverse logistics(10:46) RLA + NRF: Bringing returns out of the “dark side”(15:22) Macro trends shaping reverse logistics: Reuse, resale, repair & more(20:40) Tariffs, EPR laws & the circular economy's next push(24:52) Inside NRF Rev: The reverse logistics & revenue “revolution” event(26:05) NRF Rev: Bringing reverse logistics into the spotlight(27:32) Why retailers are the center of the returns universe(28:18) Refurbished products mindset shift: The ‘restaurant fork' story(29:24) Deborah's practitioner lens: Why this conference matters(31:00) Key takeaways: Collaboration, EPR, and no single silver bullet(34:04) Urban mining & the resale economy (and why brands must engage)(36:32) What's next: NRF working groups, global scale, and policy influence(40:16) Remade in America: A story-driven podcast on ‘where returns go'Additional Links & Resources:Connect with Scot Case: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scotcase/Connect with Tony Sciarrotta: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tony-sciarrotta-235570/Connect with Deborah Dull: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborahdull/Learn more about the National Retail Federation (NRF): https://nrf.comLearn more about NRF Rev:

Join Club 32 Help us fund & grow the show by becoming part of Club 32! You'll get more additional content, ad free versions of the podcast, CTM Apparel discounts, 1901 Candle Company discounts, a private Facebook Group, private podcast feed & more! - head to ctmvip.com Book Your Vacation With Zip Travel Co. Visit vacationwithzip.com to see how our dedicated CTM agents wither Lauren or Kendal can help you save time, money and plan the vacation of a lifetime! CTM Apparel Get the best Disney, Universal and/or Pop Culture apparel that is hand made in our shop - shop at ctmapparelco.com. Subscribe To The Show & Leave Us A Review Apple Podcasts - Click Here Stitcher - Click Here Spotify - Click Here Follow Us online CTM Facebook Group: @capthemagic Twitter: @capthemagic Instagram: @capthemagic YouTube: @ctmpodcast capturethemagicpodcast.com Check out the previously recorded episodes about our stay at Wilderness Lodge, DVC Copper Creek, and DVC Boulder Ridge! Episode 466, 355, and 320   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Eric's rumination, going to Costco, Setting the thermostat too low at night, and Refurbished soundbars. Search on Ebay for 'Vizio Refurbished' This is the vendor I bought my soundbar from: https://www.ebay.com/str/hypermicrosystems  Bob's podcast https://www.youtube.com/@scar-finger/videos  Sign Up For My Free Newsletters: https://www.gardenfork.tv/email/ Here are 2 After Shows for you to check out, please consider becoming a Patron of GF. https://www.patreon.com/posts/138069613  https://www.patreon.com/posts/free-after-show-122506027  Here's one of the many Labs pics I post for patrons: https://www.patreon.com/posts/step-away-and-be-122999799 Please considering supporting the GF world by becoming a supporter on Patreon. You get weekly Labrador and behind the scenes photos and vids, plus the Patron-only GardenFork Radio After Show. :) https://www.patreon.com/gardenfork Check out the new Cool Stuff emails: Cool Stuff #1 https://preview.mailerlite.com/n3c9y8y8a2 Cool Stuff #2 https://preview.mailerlite.com/h7o6t7l9a6   Start your Amazon shopping using our affiliate link: https://geni.us/5UWTG  The Tools I Use: https://geni.us/bXV6a7  GardenFork receives compensation when you use our affiliate links. This is how we pay the bills ;) GF Sweaters and T Shirts https://teespring.com/stores/gardenfork-2 Email me: radio@gardenfork.tv Watch us on YouTube: www.youtube.com/gardenfork Music used on the podcast is licensed by AudioBlocks and Unique Tracks ©2025 GardenFork Media LLC All Rights Reserved GardenFork Radio is produced in Brooklyn, NY

SPORTS: PSC chair unveils refurbished Rizal Memorial Sports Complex ahead of WTA 125 hosting | Jan. 23, 2026Subscribe to The Manila Times Channel - https://tmt.ph/YTSubscribeVisit our website at https://www.manilatimes.net Follow us: Facebook - https://tmt.ph/facebook Instagram - https://tmt.ph/instagram Twitter - https://tmt.ph/twitter DailyMotion - https://tmt.ph/dailymotion Subscribe to our Digital Edition - https://tmt.ph/digital Check out our Podcasts: Spotify - https://tmt.ph/spotify Apple Podcasts - https://tmt.ph/applepodcasts Amazon Music - https://tmt.ph/amazonmusic Deezer: https://tmt.ph/deezer Stitcher: https://tmt.ph/stitcherTune In: https://tmt.ph/tunein#TheManilaTimes#KeepUpWithTheTimes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send me a text!Welcome back to the ministry's series: Refurbished Discussions!Here I will be discussing the contents and key points of my book to further provide emphasis, clarity, and just insight for the viewers. I'll share the ups and “downs”, but The Most High will get ALL the glory.Today's video is discussion involving chapters 8 and 9 of my book!Thank you for joining and I hope it encourages you to read my book, “Refurbished”. The audiobook is FREE on YouTube, but you may purchase a copy on the ministry's site, www.tamarstestimony.comAll glory to Ahayah Asher Ahayah (The I AM THAT I AM) for using this vessel to write forth His glory into the world

Are secondhand hearing aids a smart solution or a risky gamble? Audiologists explain how gifted and refurbished hearing aids can work safely and when they absolutely won't.  To see the video edition of this episode with closed captioning, please go to

-Orbital tracking company LeoLabs assessed that the issue was caused by an "internal energetic source rather than a collision with space debris or another object." SpaceX said it's working with NASA and the US Space Force to track the remains of the object. -Bloomberg reported on Wednesday that Honda will suspend production in Japan on January 5 and 6. (Honda didn't specify the affected factories.) In addition, all three of the automaker's Guangqi Honda Automobile plants in China will shut down from December 29 to January 2. -Gizmodo noticed that Trump Mobile is selling these other brands' phones for the same cost, or sometimes more, than the same refurbs from other retailers. Seems pretty par for the course. NBC News opted to order one of the T1 phones in August to track its development. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The newly refurbished Pathway Gym at the National Centre of Excellence marks a major step forward in the continued development of world-class rugby talent across Wales. We hear from from WRU head of player development John Alder and Women's Performance Pathway Manager and Under 18s Coach Siwan Lillicrap.

With the holidays coming up, Dave and I talk about buying refurbished Apple products and whether or not we would do it. There has been a shake up at Apple with a couple of executives choosing to retire early next year. We have talked before about how great Apple hardware is, but 3D printing Apple Watches and the process they use takes everything to the next level. Brought to you by: CleanMyMac: Get Tidy Today! Try 7 days free and use my code DALRYMPLE for 20% off at clnmy.com/DALRYMPLE Show Notes: Buying Apple for Xmas? Consider refurbished Apple announces executive transitions Alan Dye Was in Tim Cook's Blind Spot Apple's Johny Srouji 3D printing Apple Watch and why it's a big deal Shows and movies we're watching The Secret of Crickley Hall, Hulu Netflix to Acquire Warner Bros Hugh Laurie (House, The Night Manager, Chance) joins Apple TV's "Tehran"

Send me a text!—quiet interesting.Welcome to a new series: Refurbished Discussions!Here I will be discussing the contents and key points of my book to further provide emphasis, clarity, and just insight for the viewers. I'll share the ups and “downs”, but The Most High will get ALL the glory.Thank you for joining and I hope it encourages you to read my book, “Refurbished”. The audiobook is FREE on YouTube, but you may purchase a copy on the ministry's site, www.tamarstestimony.comAll glory to Ahayah Asher Ahayah (The I AM THAT I AM) for using this vessel to write forth His glory into the world

Send me a text!Welcome back to the ministry's series: Refurbished Discussions!Here I will be discussing the contents and key points of my book to further provide emphasis, clarity, and just insight for the viewers. I'll share the ups and “downs”, but The Most High will get ALL the glory.Today's video is discussion involving chapter 1-3 of my book!Thank you for joining and I hope it encourages you to read my book, “Refurbished”. The audiobook is FREE on YouTube, but you may purchase a copy on the ministry's site, www.tamarstestimony.comAll glory to Ahayah Asher Ahayah (The I AM THAT I AM) for using this vessel to write forth His glory into the world

Send me a text!Welcome back to the ministry's series: Refurbished Discussions!Here I will be discussing the contents and key points of my book to further provide emphasis, clarity, and just insight for the viewers. I'll share the ups and “downs”, but The Most High will get ALL the glory.Today's video is discussion involving chapters 4-6 of my book!Thank you for joining and I hope it encourages you to read my book, “Refurbished”. The audiobook is FREE on YouTube, but you may purchase a copy on the ministry's site, www.tamarstestimony.comAll glory to Ahayah Asher Ahayah (The I AM THAT I AM) for using this vessel to write forth His glory into the world

Sprechen wir über Laptops, Smartphones und Tablets. Denn Refurbished geht in die zweite Runde. In der neuen Folge von „5 Tassen täglich“ erklären die „Digital Workplace“ - Experten Carsten Grafmann und Sven Rudolph, was mit den Notebooks und anderen technischen Geräten der Mitarbeiter und Mitarbeiterinnen passiert, wenn sie bei Tchibo ausgedient haben. Außerdem zu Gast: Jurij Deperschmidt vom Tchibo Partnershop AfB social & green. Wir erfahren, warum jedes einzelne Gerät zählt, wie lange Tchibo-Hardware im Einsatz bleibt (5 Jahre!) und was Mitarbeitende tun können, um Elektroschrott zu vermeiden (kurzer Spoiler: …auf Aufkleber verzichten und Kaffeetassen anderswo umkippen.) Außerdem erklärt Jurij, wie ausrangierte Geräte geprüft, gelöscht und mit neuer Garantie wieder in den Kreislauf gebracht werden – mit einer beeindruckenden Wiederverwendungsquote von 69 %. Ein echter Schritt zur Circular Economy. Dazu erfahrt ihr, wie AfB als Europas größtes gemeinnütziges IT-Unternehmen arbeitet, welche Bedeutung Arbeitsplätze für Menschen mit Behinderungen dort haben und welche Wirkung jeder einzelne refurbished Laptop entfalten kann. Jetzt reinhören und entdecken, wie spannend ein zweites digitales Leben sein kann.

Ein Hoch auf das zweite Leben unserer Vollautomaten: In dieser Folge von „5 Tassen täglich“ sprechen Karoline Reperich (Tchibo, Circular Solutions) und Andrea Schneller (koorvi) mit Ralf Podszus darüber, warum „refurbished“ weit mehr ist als „gebraucht“ – nämlich aufbereitet, geprüft und mit Garantie. Anhand eines Kellerfunds, der zum Eiskaffee-Star wurde, erzählen wir die Reise eines unserer in die Jahre gekommenen Esperto Caffè Vollautomaten - vom ersten ins zweite Leben. Ihr erfahrt, wie unser Rückkauf- und Repair-Portal funktioniert: Altgerät abgeben, Geschenkkarte erhalten. Und wir bereiten den Vollautomaten professionell auf und verkaufen ihn online weiter. Dazu sprechen wir über zehn Jahre Reparaturkompetenz bei Tchibo, den Schritt von linearer Wirtschaft zur Circular Economy – und warum es einen Kulturwandel braucht: Nicht immer neu, dafür langlebig, reparierbar und wertgeschätzt. Persönlich wird's auch: Karos Liebe zum polnischen Aufguss, Andreas Weg von der Buchhandlung zur Gründerin – und wie Tchibo und koorvi ihr „Perfect Match“ für Refurbished gefunden haben. Jetzt reinhören – und vielleicht euren nächsten (aufbereiteten) Lieblingsvollautomaten entdecken. Mehr Infos und alle Geräte: Tchibo Refurbished – hier entlang: https://www.tchibo.de/c/kaffee-kaffeezubereiter-refurbished

Emma Friedman

Send us a textAshley Barnes walks us through the craft behind Lucky Seven's luxe finishes and Curley's everyday versatility while we trade festival stories, hotel speakeasy tips, and single-barrel wins. From refurbished French oak to five-day Amburana cycles, we dig into how consistency, balance, and smart lab design keep each pour true.• Lucky Seven's luxury profile, cigar-lounge vibe, and age statements• Refurbished French oak on The Frenchman for layered depth• Amburana strategy on The New Yorker with rapid, repeated cycles• Finishing to profile and pulling barrels at readiness• Single-barrel identification during blend building• Blending lab design for speed, control, and consistency• Curley's heritage revival, D.J. Curley's bluegrass legacy• Curley as a versatile, citrus-friendly house bourbon at $39.99• Festival community, bottle signings, and bourbon-minded hospitalityLucky Seven Small Batch available here at Kentucky Bourbon FestivalEver wonder how a master blender keeps luxury bourbon silky, expressive, and consistent without sanding off its soul? We sit down with Ashley Barnes to unpack the real work behind Lucky Seven's hallmark finishes and the revival of Curley, a heritage Kentucky name with bluegrass roots and modern bar-cart value. Ashley opens the doors to her process—why refurbished French oak gives The Frenchman more depth than new wood, how five-to-seven-day Amburana cycles capture pastry-shop spice without burying the bourbon, and the way “finish to profile” timing creates batches that feel both reliable and alive.We dig into the nuts and bolts of selection—how single barrels are discovered during blend building, why outliers become treasured releases, and how consistency comes from decisions, not luck. Ashley also shares the physical side of craft: a purpose-built blending lab with custom cabinetry and clean workflow that protects sensory focus, speeds iteration, and keeps notes tight over months of tasting. The result is a portfolio that hits an old-Hollywood, cigar-lounge mood for Lucky Seven while staying unmistakably Kentucky.Then we time-travel with Curley, honoring D.J. Curley's early 1900s ambition and reintroducing a house bourbon designed for real life—neat, rocks, or citrus-forward cocktails—at a price that invites it into weekly rotation. Add Kentucky Bourbon Festival stories, friendly chaos in signing lines, and a hotel speakeasy built for bourbon-minded conversation, and you've got an episode that blends technique, history, and community in equal parts. If you love learning how great whiskey is truly made—and why some bottles keep tasting great—hit play, subscribe, and tell us your favorite finish or cocktail. Your pour might just inspire the next blend.If You Have Gohsts Add for SOFLSupport the showhttps://www.scotchybourbonboys.com The Scotchy bourbon Boys are #3 in Feedspots Top 60 whiskey podcasts in the world https://podcast.feedspot.com/whiskey_podcasts/

Considering a refurbished Apple iPad from Amazon? In this episode, Peter Von Panda dives into the pros and cons of buying refurbished tech, focusing on a fifth-generation iPad Pro. From unboxing and inspecting for imperfections to evaluating performance and value for money, he'll help you decide if this budget-friendly option is worth it. Tune in for insights into Amazon's refurbishment process, potential trade-offs, and tips for getting the best deal on your next iPad. Get it here... https://geni.us/2Bk7no ---------- LET'S TALK ABOUT LIVING BETTER: ▶ Podcast: https://geni.us/FtGAT4 ▶ My Amazon Store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/petervonp... ---------- IF YOU'D LIKE TO SHOW SOME LOVE: ▶ Buy My Book: https://geni.us/qwbZAE ▶ Become A Channel Member: https://geni.us/AA3Jk ▶ Patreon:   / petervonpanda   ▶ Merch: https://petervonpanda.storenvy.com/ ▶ Free Panda Group: https://panda-research-institute.mn.co FOLLOW MY OTHER SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS: ▶ Instagram:   / petervonpanda   ▶ Facebook:   / petervonpanda  

Learn more at TheCityLife.org

Comments? Feedback@SellSellSell.online or Facebook *** New Seller Meeting Event Format *** Automatic Positive Feedback Live *** Update on Anniversary Parties *** Mailbag: eBay Refurbished - What's Involved? *** More Major Feedback Changes on the Horizon *** Canada Gets EIS

Marilyn Manson had a rib removed so he could eat it because he was as fat as Rizzler Sr. who would never Benoit anybody unlike AJ Befumo or Jerry Sandiddy but it made him sick since it was refurbished. If you crashed your car driving to work listening to the Theo Von Rizzler interview because it lowered your IQ to the point that street signs became illegible you may be able to join a class action lawsuit if we can figure out how you do one   https://www.patreon.com/posts/137833489

In this episode of the Nifty Thrifty Dentists Podcast, Dr. Glenn Vo sits down with Nathan Hudson of Renew Digital to break down one of the biggest myths in dentistry: why you don't have to buy brand new when it comes to CBCTs, digital pans, and scanners. Nathan shares how Renew Digital's certified refurbished process works, why it's safer than buying off a buddy or a dental garage sale group, and how dentists can save 30–60% without sacrificing quality, warranty, or support. They also cover: Why buying “cheap” can cost you more in the long run Regulatory issues most doctors forget when buying second-hand The upgrade and trade-in options Renew Digital offers Why startup practices and implant/restorative dentists benefit the most How Renew Digital helps you protect your time, money, and sanity

In this conversation, Adam Walter and Loren Williams discuss the operations of PCs for People, a nonprofit organization focused on refurbishing and distributing computers to low-income households. They delve into the processes of data destruction, security protocols, and the importance of providing updated technology to those in need. The discussion also covers the organization's approach to recycling, surplus equipment sales, and the impact of technology access on community members.

Send me a text!Copyright © 2024 by Valencia BakerAll rights reserved.No portion of this book may be reproduced in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical-including photocopying, recording, or by any information storage and retrieval system —without written permission from the publisher or author, except as permitted by U.S. copyright law. Please direct your inquiries to tamar@tamarstestimony.com.Please enjoy this FREE Audio version of “Refurbished” Chapter 25 Perseverance If interested, purchase the book on www.tamarstestimony.com.(Check out “Refurbished” page on the site too!)ALL glory, honor, and power belongs to Jesus Christ—The I AM THAT I AM, not Tamar!Any questions, comments, or concerns? Email me at tamar@tamarstestimony.comRefurbishedChapter 1 Know The WordChapter 2 True IntimacyChapter 3 The Fundamentals of SinChapter 4 What Does Sin Do?Chapter 5 The Heart of ManChapter 6 The Exigency of PurificationChapter 7 The Salvation of The MindChapter 8 The Importance of RepentanceChapter 9 My Defiled HeartChapter 10 “Why A Would Loving God—?!”Chapter 11 HealingChapter 12 False Healing Meets False RealityChapter 13 The Choice Is YoursChapter 14 Sin Is The Gateway for Evil SpiritsChapter 15 The Whole Armor of GodChapter 16 Understanding Your EnemiesChapter 17  Prayer: Connect with HimChapter 18 The Fear of The I AMChapter 19 How to Truly Receive His ForgivenessChapter 20 Salvation PrayerChapter 21 “What's Next ?!”Chapter 22 True WorshipChapter 23 You Had to Go Through ItChapter 24 Partake In My SufferingsChapter 25 Perseverance Chapter 26 The Necessity of Christ#perseverance #sufferingandfaith #tamarstestimony #refurbished Apple, Spotify, & BuzzSprout Podcast @TamarTalks Socials Ministry www.tamarstestimony.com Instagram @tamarstestimony TikTok @tamarstestimony_​⁠

Send me a text!Copyright © 2024 by Valencia BakerAll rights reserved.No portion of this book may be reproduced in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical-including photocopying, recording, or by any information storage and retrieval system —without written permission from the publisher or author, except as permitted by U.S. copyright law. Please direct your inquiries to tamar@tamarstestimony.com.Please enjoy this FREE Audio version of “Refurbished” Chapter 26 The Necessity of ChristIf interested, purchase the book on www.tamarstestimony.com.(Check out “Refurbished” page on the site too!)ALL glory, honor, and power belongs to Jesus Christ—The I AM THAT I AM, not Tamar!Any questions, comments, or concerns? Email me at tamar@tamarstestimony.comRefurbishedChapter 1 Know The WordChapter 2 True IntimacyChapter 3 The Fundamentals of SinChapter 4 What Does Sin Do?Chapter 5 The Heart of ManChapter 6 The Exigency of PurificationChapter 7 The Salvation of The MindChapter 8 The Importance of RepentanceChapter 9 My Defiled HeartChapter 10 “Why A Would Loving God—?!”Chapter 11 HealingChapter 12 False Healing Meets False RealityChapter 13 The Choice Is YoursChapter 14 Sin Is The Gateway for Evil SpiritsChapter 15 The Whole Armor of GodChapter 16 Understanding Your EnemiesChapter 17  Prayer: Connect with HimChapter 18 The Fear of The I AMChapter 19 How to Truly Receive His ForgivenessChapter 20 Salvation PrayerChapter 21 “What's Next ?!”Chapter 22 True WorshipChapter 23 You Had to Go Through ItChapter 24 Partake In My SufferingsChapter 25 Perseverance Chapter 26 The Necessity of Christ#necessityofchrist #youneedchrist #tamarstestimony #refurbished Apple, Spotify, & BuzzSprout Podcast @TamarTalks Socials Ministry www.tamarstestimony.com Instagram @tamarstestimony TikTok @tamarstestimony_​⁠

Send me a text!Copyright © 2024 by Valencia BakerAll rights reserved.No portion of this book may be reproduced in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical-including photocopying, recording, or by any information storage and retrieval system —without written permission from the publisher or author, except as permitted by U.S. copyright law. Please direct your inquiries to tamar@tamarstestimony.com.Please enjoy this FREE Audio version of “Refurbished” Parting WordsIf interested, purchase the book on www.tamarstestimony.com.(Check out “Refurbished” page on the site too!)ALL glory, honor, and power belongs to Jesus Christ—The I AM THAT I AM, not Tamar!Any questions, comments, or concerns? Email me at tamar@tamarstestimony.comRefurbishedChapter 1 Know The WordChapter 2 True IntimacyChapter 3 The Fundamentals of SinChapter 4 What Does Sin Do?Chapter 5 The Heart of ManChapter 6 The Exigency of PurificationChapter 7 The Salvation of The MindChapter 8 The Importance of RepentanceChapter 9 My Defiled HeartChapter 10 “Why A Would Loving God—?!”Chapter 11 HealingChapter 12 False Healing Meets False RealityChapter 13 The Choice Is YoursChapter 14 Sin Is The Gateway for Evil SpiritsChapter 15 The Whole Armor of GodChapter 16 Understanding Your EnemiesChapter 17  Prayer: Connect with HimChapter 18 The Fear of The I AMChapter 19 How to Truly Receive His ForgivenessChapter 20 Salvation PrayerChapter 21 “What's Next ?!”Chapter 22 True WorshipChapter 23 You Had to Go Through ItChapter 24 Partake In My SufferingsChapter 25 Perseverance Chapter 26 The Necessity of Christ #tamarstestimony #refurbished Apple, Spotify, & BuzzSprout Podcast @TamarTalks Socials Ministry www.tamarstestimony.com Instagram @tamarstestimony TikTok @tamarstestimony_​⁠

Send me a text!Copyright © 2024 by Valencia BakerAll rights reserved.No portion of this book may be reproduced in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical-including photocopying, recording, or by any information storage and retrieval system —without written permission from the publisher or author, except as permitted by U.S. copyright law. Please direct your inquiries to tamar@tamarstestimony.com.Please enjoy this FREE Audio version of “Refurbished” Chapter 23 You Had to Go Through ItIf interested, purchase the book on www.tamarstestimony.com.(Check out “Refurbished” page on the site too!)ALL glory, honor, and power belongs to Jesus Christ—The I AM THAT I AM, not Tamar!Any questions, comments, or concerns? Email me at tamar@tamarstestimony.comRefurbishedChapter 1 Know The WordChapter 2 True IntimacyChapter 3 The Fundamentals of SinChapter 4 What Does Sin Do?Chapter 5 The Heart of ManChapter 6 The Exigency of PurificationChapter 7 The Salvation of The MindChapter 8 The Importance of RepentanceChapter 9 My Defiled HeartChapter 10 “Why A Would Loving God—?!”Chapter 11 HealingChapter 12 False Healing Meets False RealityChapter 13 The Choice Is YoursChapter 14 Sin Is The Gateway for Evil SpiritsChapter 15 The Whole Armor of GodChapter 16 Understanding Your EnemiesChapter 17  Prayer: Connect with HimChapter 18 The Fear of The I AMChapter 19 How to Truly Receive His ForgivenessChapter 20 Salvation PrayerChapter 21 “What's Next ?!”Chapter 22 True WorshipChapter 23 You Had to Go Through ItChapter 24 Partake In My SufferingsChapter 25 Perseverance Chapter 26 The Necessity of Christ#forgiveness #refurbished #thewordofgod #godsforgiveness     #forgivenessofsins  Apple, Spotify, & BuzzSprout Podcast @TamarTalks Socials Ministry www.tamarstestimony.com Instagram @tamarstestimony TikTok @tamarstestimony_​⁠

Send me a text!Copyright © 2024 by Valencia BakerAll rights reserved.No portion of this book may be reproduced in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical-including photocopying, recording, or by any information storage and retrieval system —without written permission from the publisher or author, except as permitted by U.S. copyright law. Please direct your inquiries to tamar@tamarstestimony.com.Please enjoy this FREE Audio version of “Refurbished” Chapter 24 Partake In My SufferingsIf interested, purchase the book on www.tamarstestimony.com.(Check out “Refurbished” page on the site too!)ALL glory, honor, and power belongs to Jesus Christ—The I AM THAT I AM, not Tamar!Any questions, comments, or concerns? Email me at tamar@tamarstestimony.comRefurbishedChapter 1 Know The WordChapter 2 True IntimacyChapter 3 The Fundamentals of SinChapter 4 What Does Sin Do?Chapter 5 The Heart of ManChapter 6 The Exigency of PurificationChapter 7 The Salvation of The MindChapter 8 The Importance of RepentanceChapter 9 My Defiled HeartChapter 10 “Why A Would Loving God—?!”Chapter 11 HealingChapter 12 False Healing Meets False RealityChapter 13 The Choice Is YoursChapter 14 Sin Is The Gateway for Evil SpiritsChapter 15 The Whole Armor of GodChapter 16 Understanding Your EnemiesChapter 17  Prayer: Connect with HimChapter 18 The Fear of The I AMChapter 19 How to Truly Receive His ForgivenessChapter 20 Salvation PrayerChapter 21 “What's Next ?!”Chapter 22 True WorshipChapter 23 You Had to Go Through ItChapter 24 Partake In My SufferingsChapter 25 Perseverance Chapter 26 The Necessity of Christ#sufferingandfaith  #refurbished #thewordofgod #suffering      #longsuffering #rapture #falseraptureApple, Spotify, & BuzzSprout Podcast @TamarTalks Socials Ministry www.tamarstestimony.com Instagram @tamarstestimony TikTok @tamarstestimony_​⁠

On this week's show we look at how the strategies keep changing in the streaming wars. We spend your money and design a home theater system for less than $2000. And as usual we read your email and take a look at the week's news. News: Broadcast Schedule's New Paradigm 75% of Streamers Have Tried an Ad-Supported Plan Google TV users will soon be asked to rate apps Viewers can now add Apple TV+ to a DIRECTV subscription Top Streaming Services Change Up Strategies A Business Insider article suggests the streaming wars have shifted from competition to strategic alliances and distinct priorities. Netflix now prioritizes engagement over subscriber numbers, revamping its homepage with vertical video to rival YouTube and TikTok. Disney focuses on subscriber growth through bundles with Hulu and ESPN, aiming for profitable expansion. Warner Bros. Discovery's Max emphasizes profitability, leveraging high-quality content to retain subscribers rather than competing with Netflix's scale. Engagement is key as streamers build ad businesses. Netflix, with 8% of U.S. connected TV watch time, uses engagement to reduce churn and support its $2.2 billion ad business. Amazon's Prime Video scales ads by enabling them for all users unless they opt out, using shopping data to boost ad effectiveness. While Netflix and Amazon focus on engagement for ads, Disney, Paramount+ (79 million subscribers), and Peacock (41 million) prioritize subscriber growth, though neither is profitable yet. Profitability is critical for WBD, which has cut Max's content spending to focus on financial sustainability, leveraging HBO's legacy content. Its bundling with Disney+ and Hulu supports international growth. Apple TV+ faces high churn due to its limited library, leaving its strategy unclear. As streamers balance growth, engagement, and profitability, alliances and niche strategies redefine success in a crowded market. Home Theater System for under $2000 Ok so you bought a house and spent all your money but you already had a 70” TV from your previous home. And while that has been great you want something more out of your TV watching experience. Somehow you scrape together a $2000 budget and want to know what kind of “Home Theater” System you can cobble together to provide you with immersive surround sound. For this exercise we are assuming a typical living room (e.g., ~15x20 ft) and a focus on movies and general entertainment. We will emphasize value and performance while keeping the setup beginner-friendly. Key Considerations Room Size: Our medium-sized living room can benefit from a 5.1 or possibly a 5.1.2 (Dolby Atmos) setup for surround sound. We have chosen to stay with a 5.1 system for budget concerns. Priorities: Clear dialogue, deep bass, and immersive surround effects are key for movies and gaming. Music performance is secondary but still considered. Components: You'll need an AV receiver, speakers (front, center, surrounds), a subwoofer, and a streaming device.  Setup: We opted for wired speakers for reliability and cost savings over wireless systems, which can eat into the budget. Recommended System AV Receiver: Denon AVR-S760H 2021 Model  ($500 from Amazon) We are on a budget so a 2021 model that does everything you need for a small family room on a budget is absolutely the right call here. Don't overlook last year's models on your A/V equipment. No one will walk into your house and whisper about last years (or four years ago) model behind your back. This is a 7.2-channel receiver with 75W per channel, supporting 4K/120Hz, Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, and room calibration (Audyssey). It's versatile, beginner-friendly, and handles modern formats for movies and gaming. 6 HDMI inputs (3 with 8K support), Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and HEOS for streaming. Refurbished units can save even more. Speaker System: RSL CG3M 5.1 home theater system ($850 Direct from RSL) We splurged a little on the speakers. The CG3Ms will not disappoint! We have been fans of RSL since we had Joe Rogers on the show about 15 years ago. He is a musician and understands what music is supposed to sound like and has designed speakers with that in mind.  This compact speaker system will put you right in the middle of a concert or movie! You really can't get better at this price. The 300 watt 10” subwoofer is plenty for your small to medium sized family room.   Speaker Wire and Cables: Monoprice ($50 Budget) Pretty much from day one we have been saying buy good cables but don't spend a lot of money doing so. $50 at Monoprice goes a long way for your Speaker and HDMI cables.   Streaming Device: ($150 Budget) A streaming device enhances your home theater by providing access to all kinds of entertainment options, including Netflix, Hulu, and Disney+,and YouTube. These dedicated streaming devices offer faster performance, regular software updates, and broader app compatibility. They also support advanced features like 4K HDR, Dolby Atmos, and voice control, elevating your viewing experience with superior picture and sound quality. Additionally, devices like Roku, Amazon Fire TV, or Apple TV are portable, affordable, and easy to set up, making them a versatile upgrade for any home theater, regardless of your TV's age or brand. Sales Tax: $90 - $150 Unfortunately we can't forget the tax man. There are a few places in the US that do not have a sales tax and other areas range from 6% up to 10%. Total Cost: ~$1,640-$1,700 This leaves ~$300-$360 for a programmable remote, Atmos, or height speakers. Or a year of a new streaming service.  This system balances cost, performance, and future expandability, delivering an elevated experience for your new home without breaking the bank.

Nick and Jonathan react to the renderings of a refurbished Browns stadium on the lakefront.

Nick and Jonathan are joined by 92.3 The Fan's Daryl Ruiter, and they talk about the Browns lakefront stadium renderings. Then, they give each other quick stories around sports and give their instant reaction to them.

Diane, G, and DK are listening in as our favorite PI in the Sky lulls you 1,000 pyramids and learns the finer points of renovation.Heads up, this series is set in the Big Farm. I've done my best to keep the show as sleepy as possible, but it does touch on different versions of post-Earthly existence. If that doesn't sound like your cup of tea, it might be best to listen to a different episode.Start a 7 day FREE trial of Sleep With Me Plus- The ultimate way to listen to show, based on how YOU listen! Get your Sleep With Me SleepPhones. Use "sleepwithme" for $5 off!!Are you looking for Story Only versions or two more nights of Sleep With Me a week? Then check out Bedtime Stories from Sleep With MeLearn more about producer Russell aka Rusty Biscuit at russellsperberg.com and @BabyTeethLA on IG.Show Artwork by Emily TatGoing through a hard time? You can find support at the Crisis Textline and see more global helplines here.HELIX SLEEP - Take the 2-minute sleep quiz and they'll match you to a customized mattress that'll give you the best sleep of your life. Visit helixsleep.com/sleep for up to 20% off and 2 free pillows!ZOCDOC - With Zocdoc, you can search for local doctors who take your insurance, read verified patient reviews and book an appointment, in-person or video chat. Download the Zocdoc app to sign-up for FREE at zocdoc.com/sleep PROGRESSIVE - With the Name Your Price tool, you tell Progressive how much you want to pay for car insurance, and they'll show you coverage options that fit your budget. Get your quote today at progressive.comANKER SOUNDCORE - Anker's Soundcore A20Earbuds monitor your sleep status and deliver visual reports to help you understand your sleep patterns and optimize rest. And they block noise for a quieter sleep! Go to Soundcore.com and use code "SLEEP" (all caps) for $30 off.DAVE'S KILLER BREAD - Dave's Killer Bread is kicking off their inaugural Rock Your Reset! Throughout January, SMS subscribers can win epic sweepstakes prizes like VIP concert prize packs! To enter, text RESET to 73876. Head to DavesKillerBread.com/reset to learn more.ACORNS - Acorns makes it easy to start automatically saving and investing so your money has a chance to grow for you, your kids, and your retirement. Acorns will recommend a diversified portfolio that fits you and your money goals, and you can get started with even just your spare change! Head to acorns.com/sleep to learn more. (Paid non-client endorsement. Compensation provides incentive to positively promote Acorns. Tier 1 compensation provided.Investing involves risk. Acorns Advisers, LLC, an SEC-registered investment adviser. View important disclosures at acorns.com/sleep) Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

The People's Tramp Felicia Rose is BACK on the show doing her best Sonja Morgan impression. After a decade of build up and tension, we finally shared a couch together — thigh-to-thigh — no long exploring, “Why didn't we?” but now exploring the question, “Will we?” The flirt moves forward! Plus, hear about what happened with the Sonja Morgan podcast recording. Mentioned: February 14 - The Naked Comedy Show - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-naked-comedy-show-best-stand-up-comedy-without-pants-in-bushwick-tickets-1144567254469 March 1 - PHILADELPHIA - The Naked Comedy Show @ https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1145225483249 Speed Dating - New York Speed Dating - https://www.eventbrite.com/o/ditto-bing-productions-68695817023 Sonja Morgan: Sonja in Your City Tour Reddit: how to share the podcast Use code MANPOD for 10% off your tickets at http://humpfilmfest.com Follow Felicia Rose! Instagram: @peoplestramp OF: >@feliciarosenew Twitter: @feliciaMFrose Follow Billy! Instagram: @billyprocidajr TikTok: @TheBillyProcida Threads: @billyisprocida BlueSky: @thebillyprocida 0nlyFans: @callmebilly Money Stuff Venmo: @BillyProcida Cash App: $manwhorepod PayPal/Zelle: funnybillypro@gmail.com E-books are now available at http://bookshop.org/shop/billy! Let's reach 600 members this month at https://www.patreon.com/manwhorepodcast! Make new friends in The Champagne Room at http://manwhorepod.com/discord Email your comments, questions, and criticisms to manwhorepod@gmail.com. Late Night Radio by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ www.ManwhorePod.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The People's Tramp Felicia Rose is BACK on the show doing her best Sonja Morgan impression. After a decade of build up and tension, we finally shared a couch together — thigh-to-thigh — no long exploring, “Why didn't we?” but now exploring the question, “Will we?” The flirt moves forward! Plus, hear about what happened with the Sonja Morgan podcast recording. Mentioned: February 14 - The Naked Comedy Show - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-naked-comedy-show-best-stand-up-comedy-without-pants-in-bushwick-tickets-1144567254469 March 1 - PHILADELPHIA - The Naked Comedy Show @ https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1145225483249 Speed Dating - New York Speed Dating - https://www.eventbrite.com/o/ditto-bing-productions-68695817023 Sonja Morgan: Sonja in Your City Tour Reddit: how to share the podcast Use code MANPOD for 10% off your tickets at http://humpfilmfest.com Follow Felicia Rose! Instagram: @peoplestramp OF: >@feliciarosenew Twitter: @feliciaMFrose Follow Billy! Instagram: @billyprocidajr TikTok: @TheBillyProcida Threads: @billyisprocida BlueSky: @thebillyprocida 0nlyFans: @callmebilly Money Stuff Venmo: @BillyProcida Cash App: $manwhorepod PayPal/Zelle: funnybillypro@gmail.com E-books are now available at http://bookshop.org/shop/billy! Let's reach 600 members this month at https://www.patreon.com/manwhorepodcast! Make new friends in The Champagne Room at http://manwhorepod.com/discord Email your comments, questions, and criticisms to manwhorepod@gmail.com. Late Night Radio by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ www.ManwhorePod.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices