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Choosing a variable speed pump shouldn't feel like a guessing game. We walk through a simple, field-tested way to size the right unit by matching your current single-speed horsepower to modern total horsepower (THP), accounting for plumbing size, distance, and voltage, and then using RPM control to hit your flow goals without wasting energy. No fluff—just practical rules you can apply the moment you step onto the equipment pad.We start by translating old-school horsepower labels into today's THP ratings and explain why you can safely choose equal or slightly higher THP and run it slower for quiet, efficient filtration. You'll hear how pipe diameter, elbow count, elevation, and equipment distance shape total dynamic head, and why most backyard pools don't need elaborate TDH calculations. We compare VS and VSF pumps, demystify how auto-flow control can handle minor resistance changes, and outline clear ranges: what to buy if you're replacing a 1 HP, 1.5 HP, or 2 HP single-speed. We also unpack voltage realities on older 120 V systems so you don't overbuy a pump that can't deliver its full potential.Chasing WEF numbers? We put them in perspective. The big savings come from programming your pump to lower daily speeds and only ramping up for spa jets, heaters, or cleaners. If your pump doesn't report flow, we recommend adding a FlowVis meter so you can set precise gallons per minute and know your turnover isn't guesswork. Finally, we cover brand matching—why sticking with Pentair, Hayward, or Jandy to match your existing automation can save you time, wiring headaches, and re-plumbing.If you want a clear path to better circulation, lower noise, and smaller power bills, this conversation gives you the checklist: match THP to your old HP, size up rather than down, ignore small WEF differences, use a flow meter to set RPM, and keep your brand ecosystem consistent. Subscribe for more practical pool insights, share this with a friend who's shopping for a pump, and leave a review to tell us what sizing questions you want answered next.We break down Send us a textSupport the Pool Guy Podcast Show Sponsors! HASA https://bit.ly/HASAThe Bottom Feeder. Save $100 with Code: DVB100https://store.thebottomfeeder.com/Try Skimmer FREE for 30 days:https://getskimmer.com/poolguy Get UPA Liability Insurance $64 a month! https://forms.gle/F9YoTWNQ8WnvT4QBAPool Guy Coaching: https://bit.ly/40wFE6y
Couldn't make it to the live Ventura Landlord & Investor Briefing? Listen to the highlights from Rincon Property Management's in-person event, where Peter McKenzie breaks down the City of Ventura's proposed Anti-Harassment Ordinance and what it means for landlords, property managers, and investors. Have questions or need guidance on how this ordinance could affect your rentals?
In this week's episode I recap the double header AMA Endurocross from Idaho Falls. I give results from the RPM double header from Indiana and much more.
Welcome to Glenn Robison's Rapidly Rotating Records, bringing you vintage music to which you can't not tap your toes, from rapidly rotating 78 RPM records of the 1920s and '30s. So why is there a photograph of a cow wearing a cowbell as the featured image on this week's playlist for the show? Well, you'll […] The post A “Royal” Edition of RRR # 1,318 October 19, 2025 appeared first on Glenn Robison's Rapidly Rotating 78 RPM Records.
Digital Health Talks - Changemakers Focused on Fixing Healthcare
Join Megan Antonelli as she speaks with Jenice Larmond, RN, BSN, MBA, Clinical Innovation & Excellence Officer at Neteera, about how radar-based ambient monitoring is rewiring clinical culture toward prevention. Discover how FDA-cleared contactless technology continuously monitors heart rate, respiration, and occupancy & motion insights through clothing and bedding—detecting subtle changes before they become crises. Learn why health systems report dramatic reductions in alert fatigue, increased early interventions, and prevention-focused care delivery. If you're building RPM, post-acute care, or aging-in-place programs centered on early detection, this conversation reveals the cultural shift happening now.Jenice Larmond, Chief Clinical Officer, NeteeraMegan Antonelli, Chief Executive Officer, HealthIMPACT Live
Send us a textAuto-clip your long form into viral shorts- https://link.vidiq.com/podcast-to-shortsGet the vidIQ plugin for FREE: https://vidiq.ink/boostpluginWant a 1 on 1 coach? https://vidiq.ink/theboost1on1Join our Discord! https://www.vidiq.com/discordWatch the video version here: https://youtu.be/s4dQbeDH0VsWe dig into YouTube's AI push, the underrated power of the new collaboration tool, and why understanding human behavior beats chasing algorithm lore. Listener questions take us from reptile care positioning to audio-only let's plays to the collector mindset that turns variety into a focused channel.• AI-enabled creation vs policy enforcement tension• Collaboration tool benefits and onboarding friction• Entertainment vs education packaging for animal niches• On-camera energy: the 130 percent rule• Audio-only let's plays limits and visual repackaging• Titles that trigger curiosity through specificity• Collector through lines that enable channel variety• Search intent, answer-first structure, and personality layering• RPM realities for shorts and likely AI feeds• Hype feature timing and practical CTAsIf you're listening and you want to send us an email, you can send it to theboost at vidik.com
All Saints Day (Year C, 2024-2025)Scripture Readings: Daniel 7:1-3, 15-18, Psalm 149, Ephesians 1:11-23, Luke 6:20-31
From Crisis to Prevention: How Ambient Monitoring Is Rewiring Healthcare Culture Join Megan Antonelli as she speaks with Jenice Larmond, RN, BSN, MBA, Clinical Innovation & Excellence Officer at Neteera, about how radar-based ambient monitoring is rewiring clinical culture toward prevention. Discover how FDA-cleared contactless technology continuously monitors heart rate, respiration, and occupancy & motion insights through clothing and bedding—detecting subtle changes before they become crises. Learn why health systems report dramatic reductions in alert fatigue, increased early interventions, and prevention-focused care delivery. If you're building RPM, post-acute care, or aging-in-place programs centered on early detection, this conversation reveals the cultural shift happening now. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen/
In this episode, we explore how Varda Space Industries is pioneering pharmaceutical manufacturing in microgravity with Chief Strategy Officer Michael Riley and Chief Science Officer Adrian Radocea. The team discusses how removing gravity from the crystallization process enables better drug formulations—creating more stable, bioavailable medicines that don't require refrigeration. From their reusable spacecraft that can manufacture drugs in orbit and return them to Earth, to their vision of making space-based manufacturing routine and "boring," Varda is bridging aerospace engineering and biopharma to solve formulation challenges that have stumped the industry for decades. With $187 million in recent funding and spacecraft currently in orbit, they're transforming science fiction into a manufacturing platform that could expand access to medicines globally.Chapters:(00:00:00) Teaser and Introduction(00:05:00) Meet the Team: From Semiconductors and Global Health to Space Pharma(00:08:00) Microgravity as a Manufacturing Tool: Physics Over Chemistry(00:13:00) Which Drugs Benefit Most? Small Molecules to Antibodies(00:15:00) Bridging Aerospace and Biopharma Cultures(00:17:00) Current Mission: A Lab (and Soon Factory) in Space(00:21:00) Surprising Gravity Effects Even at 800 RPM(00:25:00) Making Space Manufacturing Cost-Effective(00:29:00) The 10-Year Vision: Routine, Industrial, and "Boring"(00:31:00) Hiring Across Aerospace and Pharma + Quick Fire QuestionsEpisode Links:VARDAElliot Hershberg on VARDA Elliot Hershberg and Patrick McCormick on VARDAElizabeth ReynoldsChris Mason Episode Kate Rubins Episode Erika DeBenedictis EpisodeKyle Landry EpisodeGrow Everything brings the bioeconomy to life. Hosts Karl Schmieder and Erum Azeez Khan share stories and interview the leaders and influencers changing the world by growing everything. Biology is the oldest technology. And it can be engineered. What are we growing?Learn more at www.messaginglab.com/groweverythingTopics Covered: space biotech, drug development, space research, low earth orbit, microgravity, crystallization Have a question or comment? Message us here:Text or Call (804) 505-5553Instagram / Twitter / LinkedIn / Youtube / Grow Everything
Welcome to Glenn Robison's Rapidly Rotating Records, bringing you vintage music to which you can't not tap your toes, from rapidly rotating 78 RPM records of the 1920s and '30s. So why is there a photograph of a common cuckoo bird as the featured image on this week's playlist for the show? Well, it's actually […] The post A “Cuckoo” Edition of RRR # 1,317 October 12, 2025 appeared first on Glenn Robison's Rapidly Rotating 78 RPM Records.
Chris Gerteisen, CEO of Nova Minerals (ASX:NVA - NASDAQ:NVA - FSE:QM3), joins us to discuss the company's recent US$43.4 million U.S. government grant to fast-track antimony trisulfide production, a key component in munitions and clean-tech manufacturing, along with ongoing exploration and development at the Estelle Gold and Critical Minerals Project in Alaska. Key Discussion Points: $43.4M Government Grant: Funding supports Phase 1 antimony production and the development of an initial refinery in Alaska. Nova is already purchasing mining and processing equipment, with a target to begin production by mid-to-late next year. Two-Phase Development Plan: Phase 1 – Focused on surface extraction and smaller-scale production (hundreds of tons). Phase 2 – Expansion into a large-scale refinery at Port MacKenzie, scaling up to 5,000–10,000 tonnes of refined product annually. Strategic Infrastructure: 42-acre site at Port MacKenzie, a deep-water, year-round port with road and rail access, designed as a modular hub for future critical mineral refining. Drilling & Resource Definition: Antimony resource drilling underway with a second rig planned. Results will feed a mine plan and internal resource model to maintain the project's accelerated schedule. Gold Resource Strength: Estelle hosts a ~9.9Moz JORC resource (with ~5.2Moz SK-1300 pit-constrained at US$2,000/oz). Ongoing drilling at the RPM deposit is aimed at upgrading inferred ounces and completing an updated economic study in 2026. Dual Commodity Advantage: Parallel development of both gold and antimony provides diversification, strong leverage to current prices, and greater financial resilience. Near-Term News Flow: Antimony drill results, equipment procurement updates, processing plant construction milestones, and new gold assay results from Estelle and RPM. Please email me with any follow up questions for Chris - Fleck@kereport.com Click here to visit the Nova Minerals website. ----- For more market commentary & interview summaries, subscribe to our Substacks: https://kereport.substack.com/ https://excelsiorprosperity.substack.com/ Investment disclaimer: This content is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, an offer, or a solicitation to buy or sell any security. Investing in equities and commodities involves risk, including the possible loss of principal. Do your own research and consult a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions. Guests and hosts may own shares in companies mentioned.
Proper 25 (30) Twentieth Sunday after PentecostScripture Readings: Joel 2:23-32, Psalm 65, Sirach 35:12-17, Jeremiah 14:7-10, 19-22, Psalm 84:1-7, 2 Timothy 4:6-8, 16-18, Luke 18:9-14
In my latest podcast episode, I'm trying something different. This is the first of a two-part discussion on Bob Dylan's Christian trilogy. Recorded during a drive along I-20 through Georgia, I talk about the songs, Dylan's conversion, and how his faith journey connects to my own “coming-to-Jesus” moment — which happened five years after his.Since I don't have the rights to play Dylan's music on the show, here's how it works: I'll introduce each song, then you can pause the podcast, listen to the track, and come back for the discussion. You can listen straight through without pausing, but I think you'll get more out of it if you take the time to hear each song.Originally, I planned to cover all three albums in one episode, but I got a bit carried away with the first one — so the second and third albums will be featured next week.A quick production note: I recorded this using a shotgun mic with a high-pass filter to reduce road noise, but you'll still hear a bit of the highway in the background. Think of it as part of the atmosphere.You can listen to the songs here:
In this new episode of Insurance Shoptalk, join host Eric Stein and guest Jim Urseth, president of Reliable Premium Management (RPM), for a deep-dive into their pay-as-you-go solutions. RPM has many unique offerings, including a pay-as-you-go general liability program billed by payroll instead of the company's revenue. Their pay-as-you-go offerings also include Workers' Compensation programs, with superior options, flexibility, and benefits like easy implementation, a simplified audit experience, and pay-as-you-go insurance premiums to minimize the upfront costs of Workers' Compensation. To learn more about RPM and their pay-as-you-go solutions, find them online at https://reliablepremium.com/. About Insurance Shoptalk: Join host Eric Stein on a journey through the dynamic world of commercial property and casualty insurance. With over 25 years of experience in the industry, Eric brings a wealth of knowledge and insights to every episode. Insurance Shoptalk is your premier destination for in-depth discussions on the latest industry trends, technology impacts, interviews with leading experts, and much more. If you enjoyed this episode of Insurance Shoptalk, follow us on our social media pages to learn the latest on commercial insurance industry.
Renegade Thinkers Unite: #2 Podcast for CMOs & B2B Marketers
If you're reacting more than leading, it's time to rethink your strategy mindset. Michael Watkins joins Drew Neisser to explore how CMOs can evolve from tactical executors to strategic leaders. Hear how to develop enterprise thinking, lead across silos, and apply Watkins' RPM model to every level of your marketing org. Want more? Check out the rest of the conversation on YouTube. What You'll Learn How to apply the RPM (Recognize, Prioritize, Mobilize) model to level up strategic thinking The difference between enterprise leadership and functional execution Why most marketers struggle with long-term thinking—and how to fix it For full show notes and transcripts, visit https://renegademarketing.com/podcasts/ To learn more about CMO Huddles, visit https://cmohuddles.com/
Jenna LoMonaco, Head of Marketing at ONErpm, discusses her career journey from Brooklyn to New Jersey, her transition from audio engineering to PR, and her role at ONErpm. She highlights the company's unique position as a modern music label offering distribution, artist deals, publishing, and content creation. Jenna emphasizes the importance of transparency, cultural sensitivity, and leveraging technology, such as their CMS platform, to provide comprehensive services to artists. She also stresses the significance of female leadership in the music industry and shares her passion for Cardi B's music. Timestamp Jenna LoMonaco's Background and Current Role 0:00 Journey into the Music Industry 3:24 Unique Aspects of one RPM 6:54 Evolution of Marketing in the Music Industry 10:03 Challenges and Opportunities in Global Marketing 13:20 Advice for Aspiring Music Industry Professionals 16:46 Importance of Female Leadership in the Music Industry 20:18 Jenna's Music Preferences and Final Thoughts 24:22
O cantor e compositor do RPM fala sobre o pai militar, a infância em Florianópolis, a carreira de jornalista, a visão madura sobre as drogas, a maturidade e os gibis do Homem-Aranha
Welcome to the Purple Patch Podcast! In this episode, IRONMAN Master Coach Matt Dixon discusses the importance of strength training during the off-season for athletes, emphasizing its benefits for longevity, performance, and overall health. He shares a case study of Dave Pray, a 70-year-old cyclist who improved his lean body mass by 8 pounds and reduced body fat by 35% through a combination of high-intensity intervals, low RPM cycling, and strength training. Dixon outlines a practical blueprint for integrating strength training into an athlete's routine, highlighting its role in power, economy, resilience, and daily function. He also introduces a new strength training program with progressions and flexibility for different fitness levels. If you have any questions about the Purple Patch program, feel free to reach out at info@purplepatchfitness.com. Purple Patch and Episode Resources Check out our world-class coaching and training options: Book a complementary needs assessment coaching call: https://calendly.com/coaches-purplepatch/offseason-assessment-call Tri Squad: https://www.purplepatchfitness.com/squad 1:1 Coaching: https://www.purplepatchfitness.com/11-coached Run Squad: https://www.purplepatchfitness/com/run-squad Strength Squad: https://www.purplepatchfitness.com/strength-1 Live & On-Demand Bike Sessions: https://www.purplepatchfitness.com/bike Explore our training options in detail: https://bit.ly/3XBo1Pi Live in San Francisco? Explore the Purple Patch Performance Center: https://center.purplepatchfitness.com Everything you need to know about our methodology: https://www.purplepatchfitness.com/our-methodology Amplify your approach to nutrition with Purple Patch + Fuelin https://www.fuelin.com/purplepatch Get access to our free training resources, insight-packed newsletter and more at purplepatchfitness.com
A “too-good-to-be-true?” SBA-prequalified cat-content brand with 3.9M Facebook followers, ~$872–$920k revenue and ~95% margins sparks a lively debate on platform risk, AI headwinds, and creative deal structures to de-risk the buy.Business Listing – https://quietlight.com/listings/17899268/Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.
A “too-good-to-be-true?” SBA-prequalified cat-content brand with 3.9M Facebook followers, ~$872–$920k revenue and ~95% margins sparks a lively debate on platform risk, AI headwinds, and creative deal structures to de-risk the buy.Business Listing – https://quietlight.com/listings/17899268/Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.
In 1952, baseball legend Ralph Kiner stepped out of the batter's box and into the recording studio for Columbia Records' Playtime Series — a set of instructional 78 RPM records designed to teach kids the fundamentals of the game. Kiner's contribution, simply titled “Hitting” (PV-800), captures his easy charm, straightforward wisdom, and love of baseball's purest art: making good contact. Long before “exit velocity” and “swing path efficiency,” there was Ralph explaining how to take a short stride, stay level, and “get the good wood on that pitched ball.” This 7-inch red vinyl record originally sold for pocket change; one copy went for $10 on eBay in 2025. But now, you can listen for free — a timeless voice from a simpler era, when baseball advice came with a Pittsburgh accent and a smile.
Welcome to Glenn Robison's Rapidly Rotating Records, bringing you vintage music to which you can't not tap your toes, from rapidly rotating 78 RPM records of the 1920s and '30s. Do you know who this cowboy is? He's Bill Boyd and he's not just a “drug store” cowboy, but the real thing. He was born […] The post A “Haul Ash” Edition of RRR # 1,316 October 5, 2025 appeared first on Glenn Robison's Rapidly Rotating 78 RPM Records.
In this week's episode I chat with Wendy Schneider about Angels Of Dirt, and I recap the RPM race in Lima, Ohio.
What if failure wasn't the end... but the beginning of your breakthrough? In this powerful 15-minute intervention, Tony Robbins works with Anna, a young Inner Circle member, on how to deal with failure and the feeling of “losing time,” while keeping her mind fresh and positive. Tony shares the truth that success isn't about everything working out — it's about learning from setbacks and using failure as fuel. Every disappointment becomes feedback, every obstacle just a speed bump on the road to lasting success. Tony introduces his RPM system — Results, Purpose, and a Massive Action Plan — to give Anna a clear, practical framework for moving forward. He also shares a moving story from his friend Peter Guber's childhood, illustrating that persistence, not perfection, creates true achievement. The ultimate lesson: if you turn failure into learning, failure doesn't exist. Please enjoy!
F-Droid is going away if Google continues down the path of requiring that developers register their apps through Google. Jellyfin has a big update, and Steve joins the program from Texas and shares about what he's doing there. -- During The Show -- 00:52 Intro Steve remote from Texas Talking to a someone in the same space Advantage of Face to Face 08:15 Operese Windows 11 requires certain hardware Microsoft will play games with Windows 10 updates Windows to Linux migration tool Use case Codeberg (https://codeberg.org/Operese/operese) YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4YUkD5oslmc) Nixbook (https://github.com/mkellyxp/nixbook) vs EndlessOS Immutable Distros Alloy (https://grafana.com/docs/alloy/latest/) Tailscale 21:50 News Wire GNU Coreutils 9.8 - gnu.org (https://www.gnu.org/software/coreutils/manual/coreutils.html) Postgres 18 - postgresql.org (https://www.postgresql.org/about/news/postgresql-18-released-3142) GROOT Robot Model - yahoo.com (https://finance.yahoo.com/news/nvidia-launches-open-source-physics-183426533.html) OBS Studio 32.0 - github.com (https://github.com/obsproject/obs-studio/releases) RPM 6.0 - rpm.org (https://rpm.org/releases/6.0.0) Linux 6.17 - phoronix.com (https://www.phoronix.com/news/Linux-6.17-Released) Kaosx 2025.09 - kaosx.us (https://kaosx.us/news/2025/kaos09) Kali Linux 2025.3 - kali.org (https://www.kali.org/blog/kali-linux-2025-3-release) NeptuneOS 9.0 - neptuneos.com (https://neptuneos.com/en/news-reader/neptuneos-9-0-maja-released.html) MemVerge AI Memory Layer - blocksandfiles.com (https://blocksandfiles.com/2025/09/24/memverges-ambitious-long-context-ai-memmachine-memory) Song-Prep - huggingface.co (https://huggingface.co/tencent/SongPrep-7B) 1T Parameter Model - huggingface.co (https://huggingface.co/inclusionAI/Ring-1T-preview) CISA Sudo Vulnerability - thehackernews.com (https://thehackernews.com/2025/09/cisa-sounds-alarm-on-critical-sudo-flaw.html) 23:05 F-Droid and Developer Registration F-Droid's stance Principles and Trust Model Older phones Google decides what can run on your phone Forcing phone use Alternative Options People clinging to proprietary solutions Historic cycle of open-closed-open F-Droid Post (https://f-droid.org/en/2025/09/29/google-developer-registration-decree.html) The Register (https://www.theregister.com/2025/09/29/googles_dev_registration_plan_will/?td=rt-3a) 43:49 Jellyfin EFCore Migration RCs are up PLEASE TEST! Database migration completed DO NOT INTERRUPT on first boot Some plugins will need time to upgrade 32bit ARM deprecated Kodi as a front end to Jellyfin Pinchflat (https://github.com/kieraneglin/pinchflat) Jellyfin Hedgedoc (https://notes.jellyfin.org/v10.11.0_features#) -- The Extra Credit Section -- For links to the articles and material referenced in this week's episode check out this week's page from our podcast dashboard! This Episode's Podcast Dashboard (http://podcast.asknoahshow.com/461) Phone Systems for Ask Noah provided by Voxtelesys (http://www.voxtelesys.com/asknoah) Join us in our dedicated chatroom #GeekLab:linuxdelta.com on Matrix (https://element.linuxdelta.com/#/room/#geeklab:linuxdelta.com) -- Stay In Touch -- Find all the resources for this show on the Ask Noah Dashboard Ask Noah Dashboard (http://www.asknoahshow.com) Need more help than a radio show can offer? Altispeed provides commercial IT services and they're excited to offer you a great deal for listening to the Ask Noah Show. Call today and ask about the discount for listeners of the Ask Noah Show! Altispeed Technologies (http://www.altispeed.com/) Contact Noah live [at] asknoahshow.com -- Twitter -- Noah - Kernellinux (https://twitter.com/kernellinux) Ask Noah Show (https://twitter.com/asknoahshow) Altispeed Technologies (https://twitter.com/altispeed)
S&P Futures are moving lower this morning as the government shutdown officially begins. With both sides at a standstill, the ADP Employment Report takes center stage as the only labor data we'll see this week. The White House launches “TrumpRx” to tackle prescription drug costs, Amazon unveils a new lineup of Echo devices, and tariffs kick in on trucks, pharmaceuticals, and home goods. Earnings are also in focus with Nike, CALM, RPM, and Levi Strauss. Tune in for all the details on today's market drivers.
Mastering Engineer Dave Gardner & Audio Archivist Catherine Vericolli discuss the preservation of the Westbound Records audio catalogue, including the masters of legendary recordings by Funkadelic, The Counts, Ohio Players & more. Topics Include: Dave Gardner (mastering engineer) and Catherine Vericoli (archivist) introduce their specialized roles Mastering serves as link between creative process and manufacturing standards Catherine transfers analog tapes to highest possible digital quality preservation Physical restoration work includes extensive mold and splice remediation tasks Much archival work involves "audio archaeology" detective work with clues Working backwards from incomplete information when documentation is missing completely Common assumption that old records were always done "the right way" Reality reveals beloved records often weren't made using proper methods Got rare access to examine entire Westbound Records collection together Westbound Records started late 1960s by distributor Armin Bolodian in Detroit Detroit-based independent label achieved regional success with multiple hit records Funkadelic, Ohio Players, Detroit Emeralds were among their major successful acts Complete catalog reissue approach rather than cherry-picking just popular hits Assets moved between multiple locations over decades, not everything returned Found various generations and copies of tapes for each release Maggot Brain original masters were believed to be permanently missing Discovery of missing masters hidden in completely unmarked white archive boxes Original tape playback speeds rarely match speeds of vinyl releases Spent entire week meticulously fine-tuning correct playback speeds for accuracy Academic ethnomusicologist confirmed musical key was wrong on commercial releases Many recent European reissues contain fundamentally inaccurate speed and sound Double 45 RPM format avoids sonic compromises required for long sides 27-minute album sides on 33 RPM required major audio quality sacrifices All-analog cutting process preserves original sound character without digital conversion Unreleased material exists primarily in unprocessed multitrack tape format only Dennis Coffey played guitar on many more Funkadelic recordings than known Analog tape degradation accelerating rapidly, especially problematic for digital formats Cultural preservation mission drives their passionate collaborative archival restoration work Asset paranoia and trust issues affect access to important historical recordings Primary motivation remains saving irreplaceable music for all future generations High resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide Apple: https://tinyurl.com/tvg-ios Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/tvg-spot Amazon Music: https://tinyurl.com/tvg-amazon Support the show at Patreon.com/VinylGuide
Welcome to Glenn Robison's Rapidly Rotating Records, bringing you vintage music to which you can't not tap your toes, from rapidly rotating 78 RPM records of the 1920s and '30s. To end this week's show we have a few words to say and a few records to play in regard to recent actions taken by […] The post A “Free Speech” Edition of RRR # 1,314 Sept. 21, 2025 appeared first on Glenn Robison's Rapidly Rotating 78 RPM Records.
✨ Episode Summary: This classic replay episode is one of those golden ones that deserves a second (or third!) listen. In this heartfelt and high-energy convo, Cheri welcomes the legendary Davidji—named one of USA Today's top five meditation teachers to follow—to wrap up her 12-week series with a deep dive on making meditation a lifelong habit. From his iconic "RPM" method to the science behind morning rituals and his game-changing 16 Seconds to Bliss technique, Davidji offers wisdom that's wildly practical and deeply soulful. Plus, there's a beautiful guided meditation and a few tender moments about Peaches (yes, the Buddha-princess pup). A must-revisit for anyone ready to recommit to stillness—one breath at a time.
Whether it's a bespoke quad-turbo V12 or a modified OE production engine, the fundamentals remain the same—we're all looking for those extra gains. Italtecnica's Riccardo Breda is here to break down the core concepts that could help you take your engine build to the next level.
Roger Armstrong co-founded the legendary Rock On record shop and was running the Chiswick label long before the punk rock explosion of independents, a believer that you could license rare R&B, soul and rockabilly classics while cutting new records with rising stars (Shane MacGowan, Kirsty MacColl and Joe Strummer among them). He then co-founded Ace Records and talks to us here about the thrill of trawling through American label vaults, locating vintage tracks and finding them a whole new audience. Along with … … seeing Ella Fitzgerald and the Beatles in Belfast in the early ‘60s ... inventing a new Irish rock circuit and turning showbands into soul bands … how American Graffiti, Gaz's Rockin' Blues and the mod revival all chimed with Ace Records' re-issues … promoting ‘Tin' Lizzy (“that's what it sounded like on the phone”) and being immortalised in one of their lyrics (“I get my records at the Rock On stall”) … Joe Strummer in the 101-ers – “sensational, full-tilt, as if playing a stadium” … releasing Dylan's Theme-Time Radio Hour box-sets and the size of his record collection … finding a Little Richard demo and making an Elvis Presley speech album a money-spinner … being a pioneer tape rat and crate-digger and Ace Records quality control – “Stack ‘em low, sell ‘em high!” … “think of the strapline, then choose the tracks”: making compilations with Jon Savage, Bob Stanley, Bobby Gillespie and Paul Weller … plus reflections on John Martyn, Carol Grimes, Brinsley Schwarz, Rocky Sharpe, Irma Thomas, Arthur Alexander and the Count Bishops (“like the Stones at 78”). Order ‘Chiswick Records 1975 - 1982 Seven Years At 45 RPM' here: https://www.acerecords.co.uk/chiswick-records-1975-1982-seven-years-at-45-rpmFind out more about how to help us to keep the conversation going: https://www.patreon.com/wordinyourear Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Roger Armstrong co-founded the legendary Rock On record shop and was running the Chiswick label long before the punk rock explosion of independents, a believer that you could license rare R&B, soul and rockabilly classics while cutting new records with rising stars (Shane MacGowan, Kirsty MacColl and Joe Strummer among them). He then co-founded Ace Records and talks to us here about the thrill of trawling through American label vaults, locating vintage tracks and finding them a whole new audience. Along with … … seeing Ella Fitzgerald and the Beatles in Belfast in the early ‘60s ... inventing a new Irish rock circuit and turning showbands into soul bands … how American Graffiti, Gaz's Rockin' Blues and the mod revival all chimed with Ace Records' re-issues … promoting ‘Tin' Lizzy (“that's what it sounded like on the phone”) and being immortalised in one of their lyrics (“I get my records at the Rock On stall”) … Joe Strummer in the 101-ers – “sensational, full-tilt, as if playing a stadium” … releasing Dylan's Theme-Time Radio Hour box-sets and the size of his record collection … finding a Little Richard demo and making an Elvis Presley speech album a money-spinner … being a pioneer tape rat and crate-digger and Ace Records quality control – “Stack ‘em low, sell ‘em high!” … “think of the strapline, then choose the tracks”: making compilations with Jon Savage, Bob Stanley, Bobby Gillespie and Paul Weller … plus reflections on John Martyn, Carol Grimes, Brinsley Schwarz, Rocky Sharpe, Irma Thomas, Arthur Alexander and the Count Bishops (“like the Stones at 78”). Order ‘Chiswick Records 1975 - 1982 Seven Years At 45 RPM' here: https://www.acerecords.co.uk/chiswick-records-1975-1982-seven-years-at-45-rpmFind out more about how to help us to keep the conversation going: https://www.patreon.com/wordinyourear Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode Overview In this episode of The Design Vault, hosts Albert Shum and Thamer Abanami are joined by legendary producer Dan the Automator Nakamura (Gorillaz, Deltron 3030, Dr. Octagon) to explore the Technics SL-1200 MK2 — the direct drive DJ turntable that evolved from an audiophile product into a central instrument for hip hop, house, and techno DJs and producers. From Konosuke Matsushita's long-term “250-year philosophy” to Grand Wizard Theodore's scratching breakthrough, this is the story of how Japanese engineering precision met street creativity to create one of the most influential musical instruments of the late 20th century. Dan shares personal stories of witnessing a young Qbert and Mix Master Mike before fame, why the 1200 is often called the “Porsche 911 of turntables,” and how the constraints of early sampling technology shaped hip hop's signature sound. Episode Length: 1:01:59 Original Air Date: September 23, 2025 Hosts: Albert Shum, Thamer Abanami Special Guest: Dan the Automator Nakamura Key Segments & Timestamps Sound Recording's Strange Beginning (00:02:25 - 00:07:44) 1857: First sound recorded but unplayable for 151 years Edison's phonograph and “Mary Had a Little Lamb” Emile Berliner's flat disc revolution and the birth of the record industry The LP vs. 45 RPM rivalry that settled into coexistence How physical media constraints shaped modern music Matsushita's Long-Term Philosophy (00:07:44 - 00:13:11) 23-year-old Konosuke Matsushita starts with 100 yen The “tap water philosophy”: abundance through affordability From handmade plugs to bicycle lamps that lasted 40 hours Post-WWII Japan's “three sacred treasures” How long-term thinking created Panasonic and its Technics brand The Direct Drive Revolution (00:13:11 - 00:18:03) Belt drive's fatal flaw: wow and flutter Shuichi Obata eliminates the rubber band middleman The SP-10: world's first direct drive for broadcasting Why torque and instant startup changed everything From FM radio booths to consumer turntables Birth of the 1200 Legacy (00:18:03 - 00:24:31) 1972: SL-1200 MK1 launches for home audiophiles DJs discover unintended benefits: rock-solid speed, durability Kool Herc's “merry-go-round” technique extends breaks Engineers began to notice how DJs in emerging club and hip hop scenes were pushing the decks in new ways 1979: The MK2 arrives with DJ-specific features The Accidental Art of Scratching (00:26:21 - 00:32:10) Grand Wizard Theodore's mother interrupts practice From holding a record in place to creating percussion Grandmaster Flash perfects “quick mix theory” Herbie Hancock's Rockit brings scratching to MTV Regional styles emerge: Philadelphia smooth vs. West Coast technical Dan's Evolution of Scratch Styles (00:32:10 - 00:34:07) Jam Master Jay's percussive power approach Philadelphia's transform scratch innovation West Coast technical precision with Mix Master Mike DJ Premier's loose, funky internal metronome How each region developed distinct aesthetics Design Analysis: Japanese Precision Meets Street Culture (00:36:47 - 00:42:14) 24 pounds of die-cast aluminum confidence 5-pound platter with machined strobe dots Pop-up target light for dark club cueing Brushed metal buttons built to survive anything Typography that defined an era of Japanese electronics The Digital Transformation (00:47:03 - 00:54:10) From vinyl crates to CD wallets: Pioneer's CDJ Serato's time-coded vinyl preserves feel, adds infinite music Digital controllers merge software with tactile control 2010: Technics stops production after 38 years 2016 revival, with 2019 models reborn as $1,000+ luxury nostalgia products Technology as Creative Catalyst (00:56:18 - 00:59:01) How technical limitations create aesthetic signatures Photography's threat becoming opportunity Electronic music's journey to legitimacy Why constraints breed genres AI and the next creative frontier Credits Hosts: Albert Shum and Thamer Abanami Special Guest: Dan the Automator Nakamura Editor: Rachel James Intro Music: Red Lips Media Brand Design: Rafael Poloni Connect With The Design Vault on Instagram @thedesignvaultpodcast
Roger Armstrong co-founded the legendary Rock On record shop and was running the Chiswick label long before the punk rock explosion of independents, a believer that you could license rare R&B, soul and rockabilly classics while cutting new records with rising stars (Shane MacGowan, Kirsty MacColl and Joe Strummer among them). He then co-founded Ace Records and talks to us here about the thrill of trawling through American label vaults, locating vintage tracks and finding them a whole new audience. Along with … … seeing Ella Fitzgerald and the Beatles in Belfast in the early ‘60s ... inventing a new Irish rock circuit and turning showbands into soul bands … how American Graffiti, Gaz's Rockin' Blues and the mod revival all chimed with Ace Records' re-issues … promoting ‘Tin' Lizzy (“that's what it sounded like on the phone”) and being immortalised in one of their lyrics (“I get my records at the Rock On stall”) … Joe Strummer in the 101-ers – “sensational, full-tilt, as if playing a stadium” … releasing Dylan's Theme-Time Radio Hour box-sets and the size of his record collection … finding a Little Richard demo and making an Elvis Presley speech album a money-spinner … being a pioneer tape rat and crate-digger and Ace Records quality control – “Stack ‘em low, sell ‘em high!” … “think of the strapline, then choose the tracks”: making compilations with Jon Savage, Bob Stanley, Bobby Gillespie and Paul Weller … plus reflections on John Martyn, Carol Grimes, Brinsley Schwarz, Rocky Sharpe, Irma Thomas, Arthur Alexander and the Count Bishops (“like the Stones at 78”). Order ‘Chiswick Records 1975 - 1982 Seven Years At 45 RPM' here: https://www.acerecords.co.uk/chiswick-records-1975-1982-seven-years-at-45-rpmFind out more about how to help us to keep the conversation going: https://www.patreon.com/wordinyourear Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Recorded live at the Beat Junkie Institute of Sound, Sean joins the Beat Junkies (DJ Babu, DJ Rhettmatic) for their RPM listening series, unpacking Visionaries 'Pangaea' album. Patreon.com/thequestionshiphop questionshiphop.com youtube.com/thequestionshiphop http://beatjunkiesound.com/ The Questions Hip-Hop: Instagram Sean Kantrowitz: Instagram Beat Junkie Institute of Sound: Instagram
Welcome to Glenn Robison's Rapidly Rotating Records, bringing you vintage music to which you can't not tap your toes, from rapidly rotating 78 RPM records of the 1920s and '30s. This is a photograph of a c. 1905-1910 Carousel Organ manufactured by Louis Francois Hooghuys in Belgium. The Hooghuys family built some of the world's […] The post A “Hot Stuff ” Edition of RRR # 1,313 Sept. 14, 2025 appeared first on Glenn Robison's Rapidly Rotating 78 RPM Records.
The weather is cooling down here in North America, but the model railroading season is heating up as we look to head to our train rooms and make some progress on our layouts. Model Railroad News editor Tony Cook stops by for his monthly visit, and before telling us about the latest products in N, HO and O scale, we learn about a new book from White River Productions with some familiar names on the cover. We also debut a new segment on the WHIMR show, letting us know about upcoming RPM's around the globe. Learn more about this episode on our website:aroundthelayout.com/187Thank you to our episode sponsor, Spring Creek Model Trains:https://www.springcreekmodeltrains.com/Thank you to our episode sponsor, ScaleSigns.com:https://scalesigns.com/
The PicklePod is back, and this week we've got a jam-packed episode. James Ignatowich (aka Iggy) stops by to reveal how he went from pro pickleball player to paddle engineer with the launch of his new company, RPM. He breaks down the grind of designing paddles, the wild stories behind his prototypes, and what sets RPM apart from the competition. Meanwhile, Zane and T-Dog dive into one of the craziest weeks in pickleball yet: - PaddleGate 2025 – why 15 of 16 pros used different paddles on Championship Sunday. - PPA Cincinnati Slam – shocking results as the Kawamoto twins take down Anna Bright & Anna Leigh Waters. - Cheating drama – Tyson McGuffin vs. Mo Alhouni and the calls that shook the tour. - Sports betting in pickleball – the PPA partners with Kalshi to make wagering on pickleball legal in the U.S. Plus: streakers, celebrity owners, and the latest MLP team shakeups. This episode has it all—gear talk, controversy, and the future of the sport.
In this episode, Dr. Peter Kim chats with Dr. Tyler De Jong, an internal medicine physician and healthcare innovator, about his journey from private practice to embracing remote patient monitoring. Dr. De Jong shares how technology has improved patient outcomes and boosted his practice's revenue while helping him regain time and reduce burnout. If you're a physician looking to optimize your practice or curious about the future of healthcare, this episode is for you!. Tune in! DrKumo brings this episode to you. Drkumo is dedicated to educating and empowering individuals about the benefits and implementation of remote patient monitoring technology. Through a series of success stories, DrKumo Academy showcases real-life testimonials of patients whose lives have been significantly improved through the use of Remote Patient Monitoring. These stories highlight how continuous health monitoring has led to better disease management, early detection of potential health issues, and overall enhanced quality of life. By sharing these success stories, DrKumo Academy demonstrates the transformative power of patient engagement in telehealth by fostering a deeper understanding and wider adoption of this innovative healthcare technology. Learn more about DrKumo! Are you looking for a community to encourage you as you begin, or want to accelerate your business to the next level? Then join thousands of physicians who share the same journey of creating their ideal lives through multiple streams of income by joining us in our Facebook communities such as Passive Income Docs and Passive Income MD.
Welcome to Glenn Robison's Rapidly Rotating Records, bringing you vintage music to which you can't not tap your toes, from rapidly rotating 78 RPM records of the 1920s and '30s. Do you know who these fellows are? They're the pioneering western swing band The Light Crust Doughboys and you'll hear three of their records in […] The post A “Dictionary” Edition of RRR # 1,312 September 7, 2025 appeared first on Glenn Robison's Rapidly Rotating 78 RPM Records.
Send us a textPassion fuels Ava Weil's racing journey across dirt and asphalt, creating a remarkable story of perseverance and growth. This high school senior from Plymouth, Indiana doesn't just race – she lives and breathes motorsports with dreams of turning her passion into a career through motorsports management.Ava's racing roots run deep, beginning at age four when she climbed into her brother's quarter midget for the first time. Though she stepped away from quarter midgets after two years to balance school and sports, racing remained in her blood. At thirteen, she found herself back in the motorsports world, working alongside her uncle and cousin on their street stock and modified cars, absorbing knowledge that would later prove invaluable.The most fascinating turn in Ava's story comes with her transition from asphalt to dirt racing. After purchasing a front-wheel-drive car at fourteen that rarely saw track time due to her busy sports schedule, a chance invitation to try a go-kart on dirt opened an entirely new chapter. Despite having no dirt experience, Ava's natural talent shone through – finishing second in just her second race with her own kart. Now in her second season, she's claimed three victories and secured multiple sponsors.What makes Ava's experience particularly noteworthy is her position as one of only three females racing at MoCarts of Marshall County. Her success isn't just personal – it's inspirational. She actively encourages more girls to enter motorsports, even letting young girls try her kart after races to spark their interest. Her philosophy is refreshingly straightforward: racing means more to her than typical teenage activities because it fulfills a deeper passion.The technical aspects of racing don't intimidate Ava either. She works closely with her father on kart setup, particularly focusing on tire preparation and maintaining the required 5,500 RPM limit. These hands-on experiences provide practical application for her future studies in motorsports management.If you're inspired by stories of young women breaking barriers in traditionally male-dominated spaces, Ava's journey will resonate deeply. Follow her progress on Facebook under "Weil Racing" and witness firsthand how determination, family support, and raw talent combine to create a promising future in motorsports.Support the showFACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/womensmotorsportsnetworkandpodcast INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/womensmotorsportsnetwork/ LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melindarussell/ TIKTOK: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melindarussell/ X: https://x.com/IWMANation FACEBOOK Personal Page: https://www.facebook.com/melinda.ann.russell
Send us a textAvro GSE shares their remarkable journey from a trading company to a full-fledged GSE manufacturer with facilities across North America and Europe. The leadership team explains how listening to customers and implementing feedback has transformed their product quality and service capabilities, positioning them as a rising force in the industry.• Avro's transition from white-labeling equipment to manufacturing their own high-quality GSE in factories across Manitoba, Minnesota, Estonia, and Italy• How extensive customer feedback drove improvements in parts availability, service capabilities, and product design• The Titan series pushbacks feature innovative hydraulic and transmission coolers allowing for long-haul towing without damage• Diesel GPUs operating at just 1500 RPM for significantly lower fuel consumption and noise reduction• Battery-agnostic electric tractors allowing customers to use their preferred battery suppliers• Expanded parts inventory (15x increase) with stock maintained in both US and Canada locations• Plans for a new manufacturing facility opening in January focused on baggage tractors• Upcoming product releases including electric equipment, air conditioners, and baggage extractors• Company's "Best on Ground" philosophy driving continuous improvement and customer responsivenessVisit fortbrandcom to learn more about Fort Brand's GSE offerings and flexible leasing with full-service maintenance options across North America and the UK.Looking for dependable and on demand ground support equipment leasing? Fortbrand is your go to partner. We specialize in tailored operating leases for airlines, cargo carriers, and ground handlers, delivering top tier equipment without the wait. From the latest electric GSE to traditional units, Fortbrand offers flexible terms, competitive rates, and a customer experience that is second to none. Keep your ramp moving with confidence. Visit fortbrand.com and experience GSE leasing redefined.
Recorded live at the Beat Junkie Institute of Sound, Sean joins the Beat Junkies (DJ Babu, DJ Rhettmatic) for their RPM listening series, deep diving into D-Styles' seminal 'Phantazmagorea' album. Patreon.com/thequestionshiphop questionshiphop.com youtube.com/thequestionshiphop http://beatjunkiesound.com/ The Questions Hip-Hop: Instagram Sean Kantrowitz: Instagram Beat Junkie Institute of Sound: Instagram
Metal Queen es el segundo álbum de estudio de la cantante de rock canadiense Lee Aaron, lanzado el 24 de febrero de 1984 a través de Attic Records. Alcanzó el puesto número 69 en la lista de álbumes canadienses de RPM y se mantuvo en esa posición durante dos semanas.
If your traffic fell off a cliff after recent Google updates and AI answers, you're not alone—especially if you're a recipe, YMYL (Your Money or Your Life), or niche blogger who used to win with long posts and ads. But SEO isn't dead—it's evolved. In my latest Blogger Genius Podcast episode, I'm talk to SEO strategist, Steven Schneider, who breaks down exactly how creators can still win in 2025: build visible authority, earn strategic backlinks, improve UX, and shift revenue toward newsletters and products. Show Notes: MiloTree Free Plan Steven Schneider 6 Purchasing Triggers Test Join The Blogger Genius Newsletter Become a Blogger Genius Facebook Group Subscribe to the Blogger Genius Podcast: iTunes YouTube Spotify The Problem Creators Are Facing in 2025 AI is answering queries and compressing clicks—brutal for “quick-answer” niches like recipes. Google is rewarding authority (E-E-A-T) and punishing thin UX (endless scroll, intrusive ads, fluff). Old playbooks (publish more posts, stuff in keywords, hope for ad RPM) don't move the needle. Solution in a sentence: Treat search like a brand + authority channel, not a traffic lottery. Build proof of expertise on every page, earn real mentions/links, and turn all attention into owned audiences and product revenue. What's Working Now (According to Steven) 1) Authority > everything Add clear E-E-A-T signals on every post and key page (not just your About page): Real author byline + headshot 2–3 credential links (culinary school, certifications, LinkedIn) Awards/press mentions (linked) Concise author bio block on each post This helps Google and readers trust that a human expert wrote it. 2) Backlinks with intent (no spray-and-pray) Guest on podcasts (links in show notes = high-quality, relevant). Offer expert quotes to other bloggers/journalists; pitch quick 2–3 sentence tips they can drop in with a link. Vary anchor text (brand, URL, topical phrases) and use reciprocal links sparingly. Paying for “time” vs “links” is a gray area—be selective and ethical. 3) UX that respects the reader Stop the 4,000-word detours; give the answer fast and add optional depth. Keep one H1 per page, logical H2/H3s, strong internal linking, and basic schema hygiene. Recipes/how-to: lead with the steps; put the story below. 4) BOFU content (not just top-of-funnel) Steven's agency prioritizes bottom-of-funnel, high-intent topics that convert to leads or sales—because SEO must tie to revenue. 5) Newsletter > ad RPM Clicks are down, but email still converts. Build a free newsletter, nurture weekly, and sell your own offers (ebooks, mini-courses, templates, memberships). 7-Step Action Plan (Do this in the next 14 days) Add E-E-A-T blocks site-wide Byline, headshot, 2–3 credential links, “Reviewed by” where relevant. Fix on-page structure One H1, clean headings, scannable sections, strong internal links among related posts. Create one “wow” asset (lead magnet or calculator) Examples: Gluten-free flour swap chart (instant, high-value) Meal-prep planner (fillable PDF) ROI/Cost calculator (tools get links + emails) Pitch 10 podcasts in your niche Offer 3 topic angles, a short bio, and a value-packed outline; request a site link in show notes. Run a “quote outreach” sprint Identify 25 relevant posts; email the author a ready-to-paste 2–3 sentence expert tip + your preferred link target (vary anchors). Publish 3 BOFU posts Bottom-of-funnel queries aligned to your product (e.g., “Meal-prep templates,” “Gluten-free baking guide PDF,” “One-hour blogging audit”). Launch or revive your newsletter Weekly format: 1 tip, 1 tool, 1 template. Soft-pitch your product/freebie in each send. Make This Easy (and Free) with MiloTree With the MiloTree Free Plan, you can: Sell one digital product (ebook, template, workshop replay) Offer a freebie/lead magnet with automatic delivery Add a social pop-up to grow followers while you sleep Spin up AI-generated pages (sales + opt-in) in minutes
This episode features a conversation with Kate Castells, a risk management nurse at Copic, who talks about remote patient monitoring (RPM) wearables. They discuss the evolution and range of RPMs, from FDA-approved medical devices to consumer smart watches, with a focus on the clinical value of data collected and what can be used in medical decision-making. In addition, they look at the risks of using consumer device data, the importance of staff and patient education, and the potential benefits that may support care for certain patients. Feedback or episode ideas email the show at wnlpodcast@copic.comDisclaimer: Information provided in this podcast should not be relied upon for personal, medical, legal, or financial decisions and you should consult an appropriate professional for specific advice that pertains to your situation. Health care providers should exercise their professional judgment in connection with the provision of healthcare services. The information contained in this podcast is not intended to be, nor is it, a substitute for medical diagnosis, treatment, advice, or judgment relative to a patient's specific condition.
Welcome to Glenn Robison's Rapidly Rotating Records, bringing you vintage music to which you can't not tap your toes, from rapidly rotating 78 RPM records of the 1920s and '30s. I'm not going to ask if you know who this artist is, because I imagine most everyone reading this does. Yup, he's legendary opera lyric […] The post A “Tosca” Edition of RRR # 1,311 August 31, 2025 appeared first on Glenn Robison's Rapidly Rotating 78 RPM Records.
Old-time cowboy singer Skip Gorman talks about his journey into American folk music, attending the Newport Folk Festival as a kid, discovering cowboy music on 78 RPM records, the Celtic roots of cowboy music, the influence of Jimmie Rogers, the music of Jimmie Driftwood, his friendship with Yodeling Slim Clark, the difference between Bluegrass and Cowboy songs, and plays an old-time Texas fiddle tune with host Andy Hedges. Learn more about Skip Gorman at www.skipgorman.com Learn more about Cowboy Crossroads at www.andyhedges.com Become a Patron at www.patreon.com/cowboycrossroads
We happen to work with a lot of contractors, but it doesn't really matter what type of business you're in. There are so many business owners that want to scale their product, actually grow the value of their product. They want to go from selling a product or service that's X and offers X at this price, to being able to 2x or 5x it—make it more robust, bigger, or whatever. We talk about these systems all the time. Implementing effective systems to ensure consistent profitability is a critical aspect of not only running a business but also being able to scale a product. Hey, it's Scott Beebe with Business On Purpose. Let's talk about this idea, and I want to give you a real-world example of a client of ours. I'll share his name—got his permission—who was able to 5x his project size. We only asked a couple of key questions, and I want to walk you through that. My buddy Sean Supple, who owns Supple Homes out of Menlo Park and Palo Alto in the Silicon Valley area of California, was laboring away at this wonderful home building company. They were servicing a lot of $2–3 million projects, which, depending on where you live, is a significant project size. But Sean knew he and his team were capable of taking on more unique opportunities, particularly in their market, and they wanted to go after those. Like most contractors, cash flow was always an issue due to the expense of running a business. With 78–82% cost of goods, plus the realities of the Silicon Valley market, it was a challenge. So Sean and his team committed to subdividing their bank accounts—something we talk about all the time. By cutting up their dollars and placing them in separate “homes,” they could see where the money was and also map out their entire process. They created a master process roadmap, even distilled into learning pathways, and committed to RPM communication (Repetition, Predictability, and Meaning). That meant regular agenda-driven, leader-led, one-hour team meetings, departmental meetings, one-on-one check-ins, and executive-level meetings. But what they found themselves needing was a more meaningful marketing plan. So we asked this one key question—the one I want you to write down: Where has 80% of your business come from in the past? We meet so many business owners who want to hire outsourced marketing firms. That's fine, but the reality is they're chasing new pathways when often the answer is in plain sight. Building new channels is like building a building—it takes years of groundwork. Instead, look back and ask: Where has 80% of your business come from in the past? For Sean, the answer was easy: architects. Rather than wasting resources on random efforts, we mapped out a simple, intentional, repetitive, predictable, and meaningful outreach process to a basic list of local architects. Within a few months, Supple Homes began securing larger, more complex projects by nurturing those existing relationships. Sean and his team built financial processes, marketing processes, sales/conversion processes, and operational processes. This gave both his team and prospective clients confidence in their ability to deliver on larger, more challenging projects. The impact of Sean's new commitment to process implementation went far beyond immediate financial gains. By maintaining a solid cash balance—something many contractors struggle with—they no longer had to rely on borrowed money, credit lines, or constant lending. Instead, with subdivided cash and clear processes, they sustained financial stability and gained the confidence to take on larger projects. As a result, Sean and his team successfully transitioned from handling $2–3 million projects to $8–11 million projects. Yes, the market helped, but the real key was their strong financial foundation. Winning projects is one thing; delivering them profitably and on schedule is another. Sean's story illustrates several key points for contractors looking to improve profitability: Regular financial tracking—even if only a few minutes a week—can greatly improve cash flow management. Subdividing bank accounts helps visualize and control finances. Much of cash management is more about psychology than the dollar itself. Control your money rather than letting it control you. Maintaining a healthy cash balance provides confidence and capability to take on larger projects. Cash gives you options. Without it, your options shrink. Improved processes and profitability allow reinvestment in the business, employee incentives, and personal profit—all critical for long-term success. By implementing these systems, you can achieve the kind of growth Sean did. Markets will rise and fall, but preparation and process allow you to handle whatever comes your way. So remember this key question: Where has 80% of your business come from in the past? And what systems do you have to repetitively, predictably, and meaningfully mine that 80%? Because that's where most of your future business will likely come from as well. We can help you map this out. If you'd like a one-time consulting opportunity with us, go to businessonpurpose.com, fill out the contact form, and we'll walk you through options to get kickstarted. And if you want to work with us long term, we'll explain how that works too.
Recorded live at the Beat Junkie Institute of Sound, Sean joins the Beat Junkies (DJ Babu, DJ Rhettmatic) for their RPM listening series, this time diving deep into Mobb Deep's classic 'The Infamous' with Rapper Big Noyd, Big Twinz, House Shoes, and Schott Free. Patreon.com/thequestionshiphop questionshiphop.com youtube.com/thequestionshiphop http://beatjunkiesound.com/ The Questions Hip-Hop: Instagram Sean Kantrowitz: Instagram Beat Junkie Institute of Sound: Instagram