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In this bonus episode, we're sharing Ellen's guest appearance on Recovery Rocks, a podcast hosted by recovery advocates Lisa Smith and Tawny Lara. Tawny reached out after How to Do the Pot helped her explore cannabis as part of her recovery journey, and Ellen was honored to join them for this thoughtful conversation. In this episode, we talk about: How cannabis can support recovery, including Tawny's story of integrating low-dose cannabis into her life post-sobriety. Why stigma still shapes how women think about weed, and how to move past it. What to consider if you're exploring cannabis as an alternative to anxiety meds or alcohol. Hosted by Ellen Scanlon Sign up for Ellen's newsletter on Substack at https://dothepot.substack.com/ or at dothepot.com Follow on IG: @dothepot / FB: @dothepot / X: @dothepot
Spring into the latest episode of the Dads on the Rocks Podcast! Somehow we both remembered to do our homework of oversimplifying Disney movies. We talk about recent stressors and remind ourselves that other parents are going through exactly what you are, and there's comfort in knowing you're not alone. And we each share a story for confirming parenthood can be disgusting. Enjoy!
One of the world's most precious architectural gems rests on the banks of the Fox River in northern Illinois. Maybe you've seen the Edith Farnsworth House in Plano: It's a mid-century glass and steel marvel designed and constructed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe. The Under Rocks team got a chance to visit and learn more about the woman who commissioned her glass get-away in the woods, Edith Farnsworth.
There's a museum around every corner in Illinois. The Under Rocks team explores three of them near us to see how they are preserving our histories. Got a favorite? Tell us at rocks@niu.edu
Bethany Rees is the Founder of BR Essential Services (BRES), the Leadership on the Rocks Podcast, and the Rocks Before Sand Blog. She is an educator, entrepreneur, and CEO so she knows what it takes to lead teams and organizations. She is a leader on a mission to educate and coach others on how to build their life and leadership on the rocks...The Essential Rocks...so they can stop drowning in the stress and guilt of trying to do it all in their professional and personal lives. @leadershipontherocks#bethanyrees #founder #coach #educator #bres #lifeontherocks #podcast #leader #tsc #gogetit Chip Baker Social Mediahttps://www.wroteby.me/chipbaker
Does Illinois really need a new flag? Or is the old "seal on a bedsheet" good enough? In this Under Rocks Extra, we call on our favorite expert, self-proclaimed state symbologist and Illinois Enthusiast John Kokoris to review the options the state's flag commission is offering. And he is, respectfully, not pleased.
Thanks to a small town in northern Illinois, Groundhog Day is bigger than one chubby rodent and its shadow dropping a dubious weather forecast. In Woodstock, the groundhog takes a backseat to the real cause for celebration: the 1993 Bill Murray movie that was filmed there. The Under Rocks team visited the famed town square with the head of the annual festival (and Groundhog Day movie extra!) Rick Bellairs.
James Mirtle, senior writer for The Athletic, talks with JD at the top of the show about the Leafs' plan if Matthew Knies should miss time, what they should be coveting in potential trades, and how to address the play of Morgan Rielly and Max Domi (00:00). Then, Marcellus Wiley of Dat Dude TV, Hydration Situation, On the Rocks Podcast, and 10-year NFL veteran, tackles the Lamar Jackson discourse, how sharp the Chiefs will be against Buffalo and Bills Mafia, the Cowboys' head coach pursuit, and the rise of Jayden Daniels this season (49:52). Finally, JD and the producers end the show with 'What We Missed' (1:24:52). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
Craft distilleries are the new craft breweries: There's a growing number of these small operations in northern Illinois, offering their own take on the art of whiskey-making. And to wrap up another year of the Under Rocks podcast, our team heads out in search of some holiday spirit at Whiskey Acres in DeKalb.
"Dank Farrik" - Das haben wir uns gedacht, nachdem wir die ersten Trailer von Star Wars Outlaws gesehen haben, doch kann das Endprodukt mit unseren Erwartungen mithalten? Caro vom Jedi_Rocks Podcast und Dennis sprechen über ihre Erfahrungen, ihre erfüllten und auch unerfüllten Wünsche und ob das Spiel noch immer eine 10 von 10 ist oder ob es doch irgendwo einstecken musste. Danke an Caro vom Jedi_Rocks Podcast, welchen ihr auf [Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/show/7sfheX5xq54MvMOZCyNVBd?si=add0f60b06914827) findet. Folgt ihnen auch gerne auf [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/_jedi_archiv/#) Caro findet ihr auf [Instagram hier](https://www.instagram.com/caro_cosplayer/) und ihren Artist Account [hier](https://www.instagram.com/caro_artist/) Ein lieber Dank geht raus an die wunderbare [Jessi Rust](https://www.instagram.com/jessi_rust/), die deutsche Stimme von Kay, die uns das kleine Intro eingesprochen hat.
We say goodbye to a field campus that meant a lot to northern Illinoisans during its decades of serving students interested in the environment and the arts. And we revisit a deep dive we took into one of the works of art that made the Lorado Taft campus so special.
There's a big sprawling graveyard in northern Illinois where the people of Belvidere have been laid to rest for nearly 200 years. In the heart of the Belvidere Cemetery is a tiny community space with a big history: Pettit Chapel, designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. The Under Rocks team met with Sam Larson there to learn more about the history of the sacred space and the role of a sexton.
In this episode of the Kontent Rocks podcast, Brian McKeiver interviews Nabil Orfali, CEO and Founder of Kajoo.ai. The two delve into how Kajoo.ai plans to revolutionize advancements in digital experience building. In this first portion of the interview, Nabil introduces himself, talks about why Kajoo.ai started, and offers an overview on how Kajoo.ai can be used to rapidly build digital experiences.
What do you get when you combine dragons, boats, a touch of “oh my!” and 22 dedicated athletes? The coolest sport you've never heard of! Dragon boating has roots in ancient China and branches all over the world…including a lake near you. The Under Rocks crew dons life vests and heads to Shabbona Lake for their latest adventure.
Zusammen mit Caro und Fluse vom Jedi_Rocks-Podcast spricht Dennis in dieser Folge über das kommende Videospiel Star Wars Outlaws, und alle drei geben ihre Meinungen und Ideen zur Umsetzung ab. Wird das Spiel ein Erfolg oder nicht? Das werden wir Ende August erfahren, aber was wir denken, bekommt ihr heute zu hören.
Fun-starved explorers find gold (and prizes!) along the Rockford Adventure Trail. Join us for what could be the most ambitious Under Rocks ever!
Lustron Houses. They're in your neighborhood. You just have to look for these mid-century metal marvels. You Under Rocks team heads to Mt. Morris to check out a cluster of Lustrons.
In this episode of the Kontent Rocks podcast, we're diving behind the scenes of the Kontent.ai rebrand with none other than Vojtech Boril, the Global VP of Marketing at Kontent.ai. Join Brian and Vojtech, as they explore the intricate journey that resulted in a new brand for Kontent.ai. They'll discuss the whirlwind initial rebrand completed in just five weeks, leading up to the comprehensive rebrand undertaken last fall amidst multiple changes and market shifts. Vojtech and Brian unpack the tight timeframe, share real-life examples of challenges during the rebranding like color choices, and emphasize the importance of content modeling in transitioning to a headless CMS.
In this episode of the Kontent Rocks podcast, Brian McKeiver interviews Andrew Kumar, Global VP at Uniform. Brian and Andrew discuss how Uniform has updated its platform over the past months and how Uniform now sees itself in the market. Brian asks Andrew to answer how Kontent.ai and Uniform can function together so well, even though some features may overlap. Listen on to find out how these two platforms can elevate digital experiences.
We go at it hammer and tongs during a visit to the Phineas Vaughan Blacksmith Shop at the Glidden Homestead in DeKalb. Will Dan be able to upset the steel in time to open his beer before it gets warm? Or does he have too many irons in the fire?
In this episode of the On the Rocks Podcast by Prospector, host Emily King sits down with Alex Michshenko, CEO of Trident Maor, for a deep dive into the world of uranium. As they reflect on the historical origins of uranium mining in the US and its subsequent decline, they uncover the complex web of factors contributing to its resurgence in the present day. From geopolitical tensions to supply chain vulnerabilities, they explore the challenges facing the uranium industry and discuss potential solutions. Throughout the conversation, they shed light on the critical importance of talent cultivation and strategic planning in shaping the future of nuclear energy.
In a rural corner of northern Winnebago County, right up near the Wisconsin border, you can find one of the country's most important bird research centers – and one of the most dedicated teams of volunteers you'll ever meet. So as spring migration started ramping up, we sent our own dedicated team to investigate the Sand Bluff Bird Observatory and banding station.
This week TMPT welcomes into the show for our flagship episode, former USWA Tag Team Chamion, Jamie Dundee aka JC Ice. The former WCW WWF ECW and USWA Superstar talks about his entire career in the pro wrestling business. Host John Poz and Jamie talk breaking into the business, Memphis, USWA, WWF, WCW, ECW, TNA, John Cena stealing his gimmick, WWE, Vince McMahon, Jerry Lawler, his dad Bill Dundee, and so much more!Check out the History on the Rocks Podcast - https://www.historyontherockspodcast.com/The best and easy way to win money is playing fantasy! Join @underdogfantasy today (underdogfantasy.com) and enter the promo code POWERTRIP to double your deposit. Then all you have to do is pick a game, guess higher or lower on or draft your team; then sit back, relax & watch the money roll in!Underdog Fantasy Promo Code: POWERTRIPStore - Teepublic.com/stores/TMPTFollow us @TwoManPowerTrip on Twitter and IG
This week TMPT welcomes into the show for our flagship episode, The Latin Heartthrob, Al Perez. The former WCCW World Heavyweight Champion talks about his entire career in the pro wrestling business. Host John Poz and Al talk breaking into the business, NWA, WWF, Vince McMahon, Pat Patterson, CWF, WCCW, Ole Anderson, Dusty Rhodes, Ric Flair, Gary Hart, The Von Erichs, Sting, WCW, the Black Scorpion, GLORY DAYS: GRAPPLECON, and so much more!GLORY DAYS: GRAPPLECONhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/glory-days-grapplecon-tickets-760889108807?aff=oddtdtcreatorCheck out the Art of Manliness Podcast - https://www.artofmanliness.com/podcast/Check out the History on the Rocks Podcast - https://www.historyontherockspodcast.com/The best and easy way to win money is playing fantasy! Join @underdogfantasy today (underdogfantasy.com) and enter the promo code POWERTRIP to double your deposit. Then all you have to do is pick a game, guess higher or lower on or draft your team; then sit back, relax & watch the money roll in!Underdog Fantasy Promo Code: POWERTRIPStore - Teepublic.com/stores/TMPTFollow us @TwoManPowerTrip on Twitter and IG
This week John Poz's TMPT welcomes into the show for the flagship episode, former WCW Champion, Big Poppa Pump, Scott Steiner. The former WCW World Champion joins the show to talk about his entire professional wrestling career. Host John Poz and Scott talk about his breaking into the business, Rick Steiner, the Steiner Brothers, Bron Breakker, NXT, Goldberg, Booker T, Road Warriors, Sting, Lex Luger, WCW, WWF, WWE, Vince McMahon, and so much more.Check out the Art of Manliness Podcast - https://www.artofmanliness.com/podcast/Check out the History on the Rocks Podcast - https://www.historyontherockspodcast.com/The best and easy way to win money is playing fantasy! Join @underdogfantasy today (underdogfantasy.com) and enter the promo code POWERTRIP to double your deposit. Then all you have to do is pick a game, guess higher or lower on or draft your team; then sit back, relax & watch the money roll in!Underdog Fantasy Promo Code: POWERTRIPStore - Teepublic.com/stores/TMPTFollow us @TwoManPowerTrip on Twitter and IG
Step into Founders Memorial Library on the campus of Northern Illinois University and you'll find yourself in a colorful dream world. Between the bookshelves are 22 towering sculptures by five artists from Mexico City. “Alebrijes – Creatures of a Dream World” is free and open to the public through November 8, 2024, and artist visits and other special events will be planned throughout its stay.
This week TMPT welcomes into the show for our flagship episode, wrestling legend, Black Bart. The former NWA National Heavyweight Champion, WCWA World Heavyweight Champion, and 2x CWA World Heavyweight champion talks about his entire career in the pro wrestling business. Host John Poz and Black Bart talk breaking into the business, NWA, WWF, CWA, WCCW, his relationship with Dusty Rhodes, training JBL, his new book with Vinny Berry, and so much more!Check out the Art of Manliness Podcast - https://www.artofmanliness.com/podcast/Check out the History on the Rocks Podcast - https://www.historyontherockspodcast.com/Black Bart book - https://wrestleville.com/store/p/wrestle-black-bartTake the journey through Black Bart's life and wrestling career. After three decades of being a pro wrestler, Bart has seen and done it all! Read stories of his humble beginnings and how he broke into the wrestling business. Plus, stories of Dusty Rhodes, Dick Murdoch, Sam Houston, Mr. Fuji, the Von Erichs, Bruiser Brody, Buzz Tyler, and Ron Bass. Learn about what it was like for him to wrestle in the Mid Atlantic, South Eastern Championship Wrestling, Mid-South, Florida, World Class territories, and the World Wrestling Federation. Find out what wrestling gimmick Dusty offered Bart, but it ended up going to someone else. Bart's "tell it like is storytelling comes out on the pages and it is sure to make you laugh! 336 Pages plus 55 pictures and Foreword by JBL!The best and easy way to win money is playing fantasy! Join @underdogfantasy today (underdogfantasy.com) and enter the promo code POWERTRIP to double your deposit. Then all you have to do is pick a game, guess higher or lower on or draft your team; then sit back, relax & watch the money roll in!Underdog Fantasy Promo Code: POWERTRIPStore - Teepublic.com/stores/TMPTFollow us @TwoManPowerTrip on Twitter and IG
In this transformative episode of the On the Rocks Podcast, hosted by Emily King and sponsored by KPI Mining, experts Benny Cohen, Matheus Faria, and Giovanni Santos dive deep into the world of mining optimization through the lens of stochastic mine planning. They shed light on how traditional challenges of uncertainty in mining operations can be mitigated by embracing stochastic optimization techniques, originally honed in the oil and gas industry. The discussion explores the significant impacts of this approach, including improved Net Present Value (NPV), enhanced recovery rates, and more accurate forecasts, thereby enabling mining companies to make better-informed decisions and optimize their operations for higher efficiency and profitability.
In this enlightening episode of the On the Rocks Podcast, host Emily King chats with Ernest Scheyder, a senior correspondent at Reuters and author of "The War Below: Lithium, copper, and the global battle to power our lives". Scheyder delves into the critical minerals like lithium and copper that underpin the green energy transition. The discussion unfolds the complexities surrounding mining projects, the environmental and indigenous rights considerations, and the geopolitical chess game of mineral supply chains. With personal stories and professional insights, Scheyder highlights the crucial choices facing society in the quest for a sustainable future.
Sure, you have a rock collection. Who doesn't? Meet Jon Barnhart, whose rock collection was started by a Civil War veteran, and every stone has a story. Not to mention his collection of bikes, outhouses, out-buildings, signs, sleighs, vintage cars... Well, you're just going to have to listen.
In this episode of the Kontent Rocks podcast, Brian McKeiver interviews Rob Kristie, Director of web development and strategy at Machintel. They discuss Rob's transition from traditional monolithic web development to headless CMS architecture and development. They discuss the advantages of using Kontent.ai for building and managing websites. Rob shares insights into the challenges and learning curves involved in adopting headless CMS, the benefits of component-driven development, and the improvements in site performance and security.
It has been five years since The Librarian, a.k.a. Dan Libman, stepped into a wrestling ring in Oregon, IL. No, there won't be a rematch. But he will catch us up on what his fellow wrestlers are doing today.
In this episode of the Kontent Rocks podcast, Brian McKeiver interviews Martin Michalik, VP of Product at Kontent.ai. We dive deep into the future of Artificial Intelligence in content management. Our conversation explores the cutting-edge integration of AI into Kontent.ai's platform, spotlighting how these advancements are revolutionizing content creation and management. Martin brings unique insights into how AI enhances user experiences, streamlines workflows, and propels innovation in the CMS industry. This discussion is a must-listen for those interested in the evolving dynamics of AI in content management, offering a glimpse into Kontent.ai's strategic approach and vision for transcending basic generative AI capabilities.
Under Rocks wraps up another year of adventures by bundling up and heading into the woods to find the perfect pine. Actually, it's more of a farm than woods, as these rookies learn what's so great about a real Christmas tree. Sinnissippi Farm and Forest co-owner Doug Conroy schools them on the real vs. fake debate. The Clauses even weigh in -- and it's M-A-G-I-C.
Hi, this is your Under Rocks podcast team. We're excited about our final episode of 2023 and even more pumped about what's in store for 2024. So please leave a message at wnij.org or rocks@niu.edu. And starting now, you can find a fresh episode every third Thursday of the month!
In this episode of the Kontent Rocks podcast, Brian McKeiver interviews Mark Ruddock, the new CEO of Kontent.ai. Brian and Mark discuss Mark's background, his journey to become the new CEO of Kontent.ai, and his vision for Kontent.ai's product growth. They cover how Mark sees the headless market and how the AI story is coming into shape for Kontent.ai. Mark reveals a few new features that are coming soon as well.
On this episode of the On the Rocks Podcast, host Emily King visits with Pete Nowicki, the COO of Arctic Digital Mining. They discuss an innovative new approach to gold mining called digital mining. Developed by Arctic Digital Mining, this model uses blockchain technology to tokenize gold reserves while leaving the gold in the ground.
Welcome Back to the China on the Rocks Podcast, in this episode Logan and Ana discuss Whiskey L and Birthdays while host Elysia....was eaten by sharks????? All this and more on this episode. Follow us on ChinaOT
It's a dance as old as humanity itself: Bees make honey, humans steal it. And for the most part, we get away with it with nothing more than an occasional sting. But over time, we've learned we must do more for the honeybee, which is propping up our fragile ecosystem. The Under Rocks team managed to get itself invited to peer into the process of stewarding bees and harvesting honey with Tim Benedict of Orion Organics. It's his farm in Lee County where bees roam with the bison among the wildflowers of Nachusa Grasslands.
The Slamfest Podcast brings the premier rock concert pregaming experience from the parking lot to the podcasting airwaves. Episode 163 - Brad saw another real time show in 2023...L.A. Guns at The Machine Shop in Flint, MI on 7/15/23. He welcomes Jay Scott from The Hook Rocks! podcast to recap the show. For the Band on the Bill Spotlight, they discuss L.A. Guns' two most recent albums, Checkered Past from 2021 and Black Diamonds, from 2023 and decide which album they prefer. After a Slamfest Tip of the Week, they are faced with a "Which Side are you On?" - Side 1 off Cocked & Loaded, from 1989 vs. Side 1 off Hollywood Vampires from 1991.Music in this episode by:RattKissMetallicaTom Petty & The HeartbreakersBon JoviMotorheadCaptain & TenilleBlack SabbathOzzy OsbourneVisit the Slamfest Podcast online at: https://slamfest-podcast.simplecast.comRequest to join the Slamfest Podcast private Facebook page here:https://www.facebook.com/groups/slamfestpodcastE-mail us at : slamfestpodcast@gmail.comVisit Jay Scott, from The Hook Rocks! here:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-hook-rockshttps://www.facebook.com/TheHookRocks
Kill Em All, the debut album from heavy metal heroes Metallica, was released July 25, 1983 but not to much fanfare. They didn't have the budget (or desire) to make videos and their sound was so loud and aggressive, you never heard them on rock radio back then. MTV was happy with bands like Men at Work and Duran Duran to be beamed to the suburbs which simply weren't ready for the thrash that Metallica brought with them. The album only sold about 60,000 copies the first year it was out. But it was the start of something which wouldn't be realized until almost a decade later. To help us better understand the significance of Kill Em All and the rise of thrash, we've enlisted Jay Scott - our Pantheon Podcasts brother from The Hook Rocks and The Zeppelin Chronicles with Shout It Out Loudcast. Jay has been listening to Metallica since the beginning and theorizes that this album was the death of glam rock even though at the time it went completely unnoticed. We go track by track and Jay talks about the night he road his bike to a bowling alley at midnight for a chance to gaze upon the boys from Metallica. It may have started slow out of the gates but this album is the foundation for what is now the biggest band in the world. Check out The Hook Rocks Podcast Ugly American Werewolf in London Website Ugly American Werewolf in London Store - Get your Wolf merch! Twitter Instagram YouTube LInkTree www.pantheonpodcasts.com Visit RareVinyl.com and use the NEW code UGLY to save 10%! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Kill Em All, the debut album from heavy metal heroes Metallica, was released July 25, 1983 but not to much fanfare. They didn't have the budget (or desire) to make videos and their sound was so loud and aggressive, you never heard them on rock radio back then. MTV was happy with bands like Men at Work and Duran Duran to be beamed to the suburbs which simply weren't ready for the thrash that Metallica brought with them. The album only sold about 60,000 copies the first year it was out. But it was the start of something which wouldn't be realized until almost a decade later. To help us better understand the significance of Kill Em All and the rise of thrash, we've enlisted Jay Scott - our Pantheon Podcasts brother from The Hook Rocks and The Zeppelin Chronicles with Shout It Out Loudcast. Jay has been listening to Metallica since the beginning and theorizes that this album was the death of glam rock even though at the time it went completely unnoticed. We go track by track and Jay talks about the night he road his bike to a bowling alley at midnight for a chance to gaze upon the boys from Metallica. It may have started slow out of the gates but this album is the foundation for what is now the biggest band in the world. Check out The Hook Rocks Podcast Ugly American Werewolf in London Website Ugly American Werewolf in London Store - Get your Wolf merch! Twitter Instagram YouTube LInkTree www.pantheonpodcasts.com Visit RareVinyl.com and use the NEW code UGLY to save 10%! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Take a stroll through your nearest downtown and chances are you're going to see some big bold public art on at least a few buildings. Cities and towns are embracing murals as a way to support artists and show some civic pride. We sent WNIJ's Under Rocks team to downtown Rockford to learn more, starting in the studio of muralist Brett Whitacre. (We'd love to see your favorite mural! Send a photo and location to rocks@niu.edu)
In this episode of the On the Rocks Podcast, host Emily King chats with Alicia Eastman, the president of InterContintental Energy and host of the Everything About Hydrogen podcast! Emily and Alicia dive right in on discussing the origin of InterContinental Energy, and "Green Hydrogen" - that is hydrogen that is made from renewable energy sources. We get to learn about what this process looks like, as well as infrastructure needs, and obstacles to overcome. So how does this all fit into the mining industry? Renewable energy sources rely heavily on the global supply chain of mined materials. Without these mined materials there would be no way to create green energy sources such as wind turbines, and the recent disruptions to the global supply chain have proven the need for reliable sources of these materials. Emily and Alicia also dig into how incorporating renewable resources and hydrogen directly into the mine site infrastructure could not only benefit the mines by providing clean, reliable energy to reduce their carbon footprint, but it could also benefit the surrounding communities by providing a lasting economic source after the mine has ceased operations. Be sure to tune in to the full episode to learn more!
Hike along with the Under Rocks crew as they slog through woods and fields in search of the jewel of springtime, the morel mushroom. To put it another way, watch them get skunked with Chris Fink. But there are triumphs along the way, lessons to be learned, and even a few consolation prizes.
Schedule Your Free Kickass Couples Relationship Assessment Call today!!https://calendly.com/kickasscouplesnation/free-kickass-couples-assessment-call In 2018 certified relationship coaches Seth & Crystal Karnes founded the Marriage on the Rocks Podcast. After coming to the realization that maintaining good relationships does not demand hard work, the duo aimed to spread their message and assist others in their pursuit of a happy, prosperous, and effortless relationship. Through their podcast, they have established a platform for the discussion of the contemporary challenges and issues impacting relationships. To help create additional fun and enjoyment, they have integrated distinctive cocktails into the name of their podcast.Since 2010, this couple began working together and soon developed an unbreakable bond that transformed them not only into best friends, but life partners. Despite the challenges in each of their previous marriages, they have been able to develop a fresh understanding and deep admiration for one another. Seth and Crystal are now devoted to helping other couples to successfully maneuver their own relationships.Follow Seth & Crystal Karnes:Website:https://www.marriageontherocks.net/ Instagram:@marriageontherocksFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/marriageontherockspodcast Twitter:https://twitter.com/onmarriage Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/marriage-on-the-rocks/id1382502515 Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/5FsdNiF2gtJaNI0donEpjr YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCj0RjSYm4Vm_r4-uvf0MaRQ Contact us: info@kickasscouplesnation.com Website: https://matthewphoffman.com/kickass-couples-nation/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Kickasscouplesnation Instagram: @kickasscouplesnationTikTok: @kickasscouplesnationYouTube: @kickasscouples Order the book: "Kickass Husband: Winning at Life, Marriage, and Sex" by Matthew Hoffman Book – Kickass Husband or find it on Amazon. For access to workshops with professional therapists, keynote speakers, hot seat training and more exclusive content join our online learning community at: https://matthewphoffman.com.
In this episode of On the Rocks Podcast, host Emily King sits down with Zainab Usman, the Director of the Africa Program at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace and author of "Economic Diversification in Nigeria: The Politics of Building a Post-Oil Economy". Zainab and Emily dig into the discussion of managing natural resources in different countries and economies, especially those rich in oil and mineral commodities. One of the key themes discussed in the episode is similarities and differences between countries that are rich in oil and gas versus mined commodities. Examples include: Similar - These are all non-renewable, natural resources, and important to many economic and industrial activities. Similar - Revenues tend to be quite large, generated by exports, and typically captured by the government. Because of this, there is a strong external dimension, meaning the economies are vulnerable to the volatility to the international pricing of these commodities. Different - The process of extraction is very different. The enclave nature of oil extraction and production can be very dissociated from the rest of the economy, and the jobs created can be very minimal. The mining sector also has an enclave nature, but it tends to be more labor intensive and have more people engaged. Different - The scale of revenues generated tend to be different, with crude oil the scale of revenues tend to be much larger than the mining sector due to the dynamics of the global market. Zainab also challenges the idea of the "resource curse", due to many countries that have been able to successfully manage their natural resources for economic growth. The key, according to Zainab, is to identify the broader challenges that need to be addressed and get the diagnosis of the problem right.
For this special release episode of On the Rocks Podcast, guest host and Prospector's Head of Corporate Development, Gautam Iyer, sits down for a chat with James Sykes, CEO of Baselode Energy, to discuss all things uranium and nuclear energy! Dig into common misconceptions, exploration opportunities, and the possible future of this industry! Uranium is an essential element in our everyday lives, serving as a fuel for nuclear energy and powering various industries. It's an attractive alternative to fossil fuels in the clean energy space, due to its almost zero carbon emissions. Unfortunately, common misconceptions about this fuel source have prevented many nations from adopting this vital source of energy in the past. However, recently more nations are embracing this technology as a way to meet their CO2 reduction goals. Gautam and James also dig into the famous Athabasca Basin in Canada, and what makes it different than other uranium deposits globally. James discusses his Athabasca 2.0 thesis, and how it might be a game changer in the uranium mining industry. He also lets us in on the cool technologies coming into the nuclear energy space! Be sure to tune into the full episode for a radiating good time, and lodes of great information! Prospector also recently released our 2023 Uranium Resource Report as a Free Download, so be sure to check that out! Discover Baselode Energy and other great uranium mining projects and companies on Prospector!
Raymond T. Hightower is a tech company founder and commercial real estate investor operating in the State of Arizona, USA. Growing a technology company for twenty-one years and ultimately selling it gave Hightower a boots-on-the-ground education in business execution and vanquishing obstacles. Driven by a desire to improve the world through business, Hightower launched ROIClear (formerly BizDayGlobal), the video podcast where business leaders serve others by sharing knowledge. Hightower is active with the Boy Scouts of America where he teaches future leaders about budgeting and time management. In 2017, Hightower launched Bridgetown Partners. Bridgetown is a buyer of commercial real estate in Arizona, Tennessee, and Texas, with a special focus on 50-150 unit multifamily properties. In this episode, Raymond dives into the importance of understanding an investor's motivation and objectives when entering into a real estate investment. He emphasizes the need for building trust and having an abundance mentality when it comes to raising capital and managing assets. Raymond shares his insights on why it's important to understand someone's “why” instead of just collecting data, as well as how to provide investors with all the necessary information without pushing them in one direction. He also explains the value of having four players on a team - an asset manager, a capital raiser, someone to find acquisitions and an underwriter - as well as creating relationships with more than just investors and property management companies. Finally, Raymond discusses how reallocating resources can change a business plan and why understanding this is essential for successful deals. Tune in now to learn more about investing in real estate with insight from an experienced professional! [00:01 - 07:53] Discover Your "Why" Learn how to build trust by understanding why they're doing what they're doing Ask questions to help investors identify their why Relationship-based approach is better than a strictly transactional approach [07:54 - 12:24] How Asset Management, Capital Raises, and Investor Relationships Intertwine Having an abundance mentality is key to successful investing Investors will have preferences for certain people and deals It's important to introduce investors to other people and deals that may be a better fit for them Keeping secrets is not necessary when it comes to investing Asset management, capital raising, acquisitions, and underwriting are all intertwined [12:25 - 15:24] Closing Segment Raymond shares why relationships with different vendors are important To learn more about Raymond and his work, listeners can visit bizdayglobal.com! Tweetable Quotes: “I feel more connected with an investor when I understand what it is that drives them.” – Raymond T. Hightower “This is such a world of rich abundance.” – Raymond T. Hightower You can connect with Raymond T. Hightower through his: Websites: rayhightower.com, bridgetownpartners.com Email: rth@rayhightower.com Social Media: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter, Tiktok LEAVE A REVIEW + help someone who wants to explode their business growth by sharing this episode. Are you confused about where to start? Join our community and learn more about real estate investing. Head over to our Facebook Page, Youtube Channel, or website https://www.theacademypresents.com/jointhesummit36848306. Connect with Lorren Capital, LLC. for syndicated multifamily investments, https://lorrencapital.com/. To learn more about me, visit my LinkedIn profile, and connect with me.
We hear it repeatedly on the On the Rocks Podcast - people within the mining industry want to improve public perception of how mineral exploration and mining is done. However, very few people are actually successfully improving that perception, especially through social media. So, how can mining companies get the word out of the echo chamber and into the public? One company leading the charge in this regard is Geologize Ltd. Founded and led by Dr. Haydon Mort, Geologize specializes in teaching communication skills for geoscientists, with a particular focus on using social media platforms to improve public perception of the earth sciences and mining industry. Recently, the company released Practical Geocommunication 3.0, the latest update to its popular series of courses. In this episode of the On the Rocks Podcast, Emily and Haydon discuss the importance of communicating outside of the mining industry, and how improving mining social media can help improve share price as well as public perception. During the episode, Haydon provides valuable tips for mining companies looking to improve their public perception through social media. A huge thank you to Ridgeline Minerals, Golden Rim Resources, and Lomiko Metals for volunteering to be examples on the podcast! Check out these companies and more on Prospector!