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Join Chef Eric Wynkoop in his virtual office as he welcomes all of your questions. From cooking techniques to course-specific questions, to how to turn your cooking passion into profit or simply hearing the perspective of a chef, Eric Wynkoop tackled all variety of questions!Eric Wynkoop previously served as a founding faculty member at The International Culinary School, instructor in anthropology at Portland State University, and Senior Instructor at the Le Cordon Bleu program at Western Culinary Institute, in Portland, Oregon. He holds Master's Degrees in postsecondary education and cultural anthropology, as well as credentials in Ayurveda wellness and cooking.Eric has spent more than twenty years in the food and beverage industry. His experiences include banquet management, catering, personal chef, winery cellar hand, educator, textbook contributor, consultant, and ethnographer. He also brings food and cultural insight from nearly a decade of residence in Japan, studies in Mexico, and research in India as a Fulbright Scholar. After graduating from the University of Oregon with a dual degree in Japanese and Asian Studies, he went on to receive his formal culinary training at Western Culinary Institute, in Portland, Oregon.Eric's role with Rouxbe is central to enhancing the student experience through quality course content and new course development at Rouxbe. Eric is also the lead instructor in Rouxbe courses, a role which he has enjoyed since 2016.You can watch the original video version of this episode on Rouxbe.
Author and meditation teacher Kimberly Brown explains how we can transform our relationships through Buddhist practices and principles. Mindrolling is brought to you by Reunion. Reunion is offering $250 off any stay to the Love, Serve, Remember community. Simply use the code “BeHere250” when booking. Disconnect from the world so you can reconnect with yourself at Reunion. Hotel | www.reunionhotelandwellness.com Retreats | www.reunionexperience.orgThis time on Mindrolling, Raghu and Kimberly discuss:How Kimberly was led to the dharma after experiencing panic attacksKimberly's journey leaving therapy practice and delving deeper into mindfulnessHow relationships can become stale and predictable when we solidify our partnerOpening up to who our partner is in the moment rather than our idea of themThe difference between love and a yearning to possess or clingLove as a deep intimacy with all things Accepting rupture and miscommunication as a normal part of relationships Being able to repair after a conflict arises within a relationship Approaching all things with grace and openness Loving-kindness and looking at the intention behind all of our actionsNot skipping over the relational to get to the ultimate Grab your copy of Kimberly's book, Happy Relationships, to learn more. "To solidify and harden another person and another person's reactions and voice, there's no more freshness and the relationship can get very stale and predictable. That's oftentimes when resentment comes up. Part of not knowing is being able to open to what's really there, who the person really is right in this moment." – Kimberly BrownAbout Kimberly Brown:Kimberly Brown is a popular Buddhist meditation teacher and Certified Mindfulness Instructor and since 2011 she has led thousands of classes, retreats, and workshops with individuals and groups merging self-compassion, emotional resilience, mindfulness, and Buddhism. As a leading voice in the contemporary meditation community, she teaches public classes regularly at the Rubin Museum, Mindful Astoria, Shantideva Meditation Center, and All Souls Church. She works in private practice both one-on-one and with companies and non-profit groups. She is a faculty member and Senior Instructor in The Interdependence Project's esteemed Mindfulness Teacher Training program. She is an accredited teacher and member of the Mindful Directory and the International Mindfulness Teachers Association. She balances her two decades of traditional Buddhist training and study with Western therapeutic modalities. Her background includes psychoanalytic training at Washington Square Institute, a master's degree from City College of New York, and undergraduate study at Hunter College. She has extensive formal meditation retreat experience at Insight Meditation Society, Palypung Thubten Choling, and the Garrison Institute, and has received in-depth teachings from meditation masters Ponlop Rinpoche, Lama Norlha Rinpoche, Lama Zopa Rinpoche, Sharon Salzberg, and Venerable Pannavati. Keep up with Kimberly on her website.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Join Chef Eric Wynkoop in his virtual office as he welcomes all of your questions. From cooking techniques to course-specific questions, to how to turn your cooking passion into profit or simply hearing the perspective of a chef, Eric Wynkoop tackled all variety of questions!Eric Wynkoop previously served as a founding faculty member at The International Culinary School, instructor in anthropology at Portland State University, and Senior Instructor at the Le Cordon Bleu program at Western Culinary Institute, in Portland, Oregon. He holds Master's Degrees in postsecondary education and cultural anthropology, as well as credentials in Ayurveda wellness and cooking.Eric has spent more than twenty years in the food and beverage industry. His experiences include banquet management, catering, personal chef, winery cellar hand, educator, textbook contributor, consultant, and ethnographer. He also brings food and cultural insight from nearly a decade of residence in Japan, studies in Mexico, and research in India as a Fulbright Scholar. After graduating from the University of Oregon with a dual degree in Japanese and Asian Studies, he went on to receive his formal culinary training at Western Culinary Institute, in Portland, Oregon.Eric's role with Rouxbe is central to enhancing the student experience through quality course content and new course development at Rouxbe. Eric is also the lead instructor in Rouxbe courses, a role which he has enjoyed since 2016.You can watch the original video version of this episode on Rouxbe.
Send us a textIn this episode of Attack The Attack 360, I sit down with Senior Instructor Caramia Pandozzi, an experienced American Kenpo martial artist, to dive into the principles, techniques, and philosophy behind this dynamic system. We discuss the adaptability of Kenpo, its practical applications for self-defense, and how it empowers individuals through discipline and training. Caramia shares insights from her martial arts journey, the importance of mindset in combat, and how Kenpo continues to evolve. Tune in for an inspiring conversation filled with knowledge, experience, and warrior spirit!Looking to level up your self-defense and grappling game? South Texas Judo has you covered! Whether you're a beginner or an experienced martial artist, we offer specialized training for teens and adults (13 & up) in:✅ Judo – Master throws, pins, and submissions with traditional and competitive-style Judo training. Build strength, technique, and discipline.✅ Combat Judo – A modern blend of Judo, close-range striking, and self-defense tacSupport the show
This episode is a special From the Vault. In this episode, we talk with Dr. Robert Feirsen and Dr. Seth Weitzman about their new book From Conflict to Collaboration: A School Leader's Guide to Unleashing Conflict's Problem-Solving Power.We talk about how to avoid conflict, the three A's to approach conflict, and much more.About the GuestsDr. Robert Feirsen is currently an associate professor and coordinator of the Educational Leadership Program at Manhattanville College. Previously, he was assistant professor and chair of the Education Department at the New York Institute of Technology. A former SAANYS member, Dr. Feirsen enjoyed a distinguished career in P-12 schools. As a school building leader in Westchester and Nassau Counties, he served as an elementary school principal, a middle school assistant principal, and a middle school principal. At the central office level, he served as an assistant superintendent for curriculum and instruction, deputy superintendent, and superintendent of schools. Dr. Feirsen taught at the elementary, middle, and high school levels as a social studies and special education teacher in schools in New York City before moving into supervisory roles. Dr. Feirsen holds an Ed.D. from Fordham University. Dr. Feirsen's research interests include addressing organizational conflict, the school principal-school counselor relationship, principal and teacher retention, the relationship between psychological ownership and professional learning, college readiness, and the applications of design thinking. His research and other articles have been published in a number of academic journals, as well as Educational Leadership and Education Week. Dr. Feirsen has led workshops at such venues as ASCD, the American School Counselor Association (ASCA), the American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education (AACTE), and the American Educational Research Association (AERA). With Seth Weitzman, he has presented at national and statewide conferences including ASCD, the New York State Council of School Superintendents (NYSCOSS), and the New York Association of Colleges for Teacher Education (NYACTE). Seth Weitzman is also the co-author of From Conflict to Collaboration: A School Leader's Guide to Unleashing Conflict's Problem-Solving Power and How to Get the Teaching Job You Want.Dr. Seth Weitzman sat in a middle school principal's chair for 27 years in Nassau and Westchester counties. Leadership positions included co-president of the Mamaroneck administrators' union, president of the Nassau County, and later, the Westchester County Middle School Principals' Association, and a New York State Middle-Level Liaison (a working group of principals representing every county and BOCES in New York State meeting with NYSED officials). Together with Dr. Robert Feirsen, he is the co-author of two books: How to Get the Teaching Job You Want and From Conflict to Collaboration: A School Leader's Guide to Unleashing Conflict's Problem-Solving Power. He is either author or co-author of a number of articles published in national education journals including Educational Leadership and American Middle-Level Education Magazine. Drs. Feirsen and Weitzman have presented in numerous professional association conferences at the county, state, and local levels (e.g. Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development, American Association of School Personnel Administrators, New York State Middle School Association, New York State Association of Teacher Educators) and graduate-level classes (Teachers College, Bank Street College of Education). He is currently Senior Instructor in the Mercy College Educational Leadership Department. His 40-year education career began teaching elementary school and middle school in Connecticut and New York City. He holds an EdD from Teachers College, Columbia University. We're thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL's comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more:Simplify and streamline technologySave teachers' timeReliably meet Tier 1 standardsImprove student performance on state assessments
Episode 297: Nick Zamiska, President & Senior Instructor at Bad Day Training & Consulting, joined us to chat about Lithium-ion battery emergencies. He will be presenting on this topic at the 2025 Ohio Safety Congress in April at the Greater Columbus Convention Center. Now available on your favorite podcast app! For more info on OSC25, visit the website at: https://www.ohiosafetycongress.com/ To learn more about Nick, visit his website at: https://baddaytraining.com/ For more information about the PCSC, visit their website at: https://portagecountysafetycouncil.com/
Join Chef Eric Wynkoop in his virtual office as he welcomes all of your questions. From cooking techniques to course-specific questions, to how to turn your cooking passion into profit or simply hearing the perspective of a chef, Eric Wynkoop tackled all variety of questions! Eric Wynkoop previously served as a founding faculty member at The International Culinary School, instructor in anthropology at Portland State University, and Senior Instructor at the Le Cordon Bleu program at Western Culinary Institute, in Portland, Oregon. He holds Master's Degrees in postsecondary education and cultural anthropology, as well as credentials in Ayurveda wellness and cooking. Eric has spent more than twenty years in the food and beverage industry. His experiences include banquet management, catering, personal chef, winery cellar hand, educator, textbook contributor, consultant, and ethnographer. He also brings food and cultural insight from nearly a decade of residence in Japan, studies in Mexico, and research in India as a Fulbright Scholar. After graduating from the University of Oregon with a dual degree in Japanese and Asian Studies, he went on to receive his formal culinary training at Western Culinary Institute, in Portland, Oregon. Eric's role with Rouxbe is central to enhancing the student experience through quality course content and new course development at Rouxbe. Eric is also the lead instructor in Rouxbe courses, a role which he has enjoyed since 2016. You can watch the original video version of this episode on Rouxbe.
This episode explores how storytelling can drive valuable commercial real estate business deals with Bo Barron and Timmy Barron of the Commercially Speaking Podcast.The Crexi Podcast explores various aspects of the commercial real estate industry in conversation with top CRE professionals. In each episode, we feature different guests to tap into their wealth of CRE expertise and explore the latest trends and updates from the world of commercial real estate. Host Shanti Ryle dives into Bo's journey from a Marine to a successful third-generation commercial real estate leader and his strategic approach to guiding clients through complex decisions. Timmy Barron then shares his unique career path through the acting world and how their co-hosted podcast, “Commercially Speaking,” translates complex real estate concepts into accessible conversations. This episode covers the value of education, the role of technology and AI, the current state of the commercial real estate market, and insights into investment strategies and opportunities. Introduction to The Crexi PodcastMeet Bo Barron: A Journey in Commercial Real EstateTimmy Barron's Acting Career and AchievementsThe Barron Brothers' Early Life and Career BeginningsBo's Path in Commercial Real EstateTimmy's Path in Acting and MusicThe Birth of the Commercially Speaking PodcastLessons Learned and Key TakeawaysThe Importance of Education and TeachingChallenges and Successes of Starting a PodcastBalancing Entertainment and Education in a CRE ShowThe Role of Improvisation in Real EstatePost-Production and Editing InsightsLeveraging AI in Content CreationThe Power of Authenticity Success Stories and CRE Business OpportunitiesCurrent State of the Real Estate MarketRapid Fire Questions and Final Thoughts If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to our newsletter and enjoy the next Podcast delivered straight to your inbox. For show notes, past guests, and more CRE content, please check out Crexi's blog.Ready to find your next CRE property? Visit Crexi and immediately browse 500,000+ available commercial properties for sale and lease.Follow Crexi:https://www.crexi.com/ https://www.crexi.com/instagram https://www.crexi.com/facebook https://www.crexi.com/twitter https://www.crexi.com/linkedin https://www.youtube.com/crexi About Bo Barron:In a world where the commercial real estate landscape is complex and ever-changing, Bo Barron, CEO of Barron Commercial Group, serves as a trusted guide. Bo understands the challenges and opportunities that clients face when navigating commercial real estate decisions. As a third-generation leader in the industry and a former Marine, Bo is on a mission to empower investors, owners, and users of commercial real estate.The journey with Bo and his team at BCG begins with the understanding that success in the commercial real estate sector requires more than just transactions. It requires a strategic partner who can help clients overcome obstacles, seize opportunities, and achieve their financial goals. With a track record of increasing revenue by 397% since taking over the company, Bo has a proven strategy to help clients thrive.In addition to his work at BCG, Bo and his brother Timmy co-host the podcast Commercially Speaking, turning complex real estate concepts into accessible and engaging discussions. Listeners are equipped with valuable insights, helping them make informed decisions about their investments.Bo also contributes to the broader commercial real estate community as a Senior Instructor at the CCIM Institute. He educates aspiring and seasoned professionals and serves on the CCIM Foundation Board, supporting veterans and minorities in their career development. By providing these resources, Bo helps others avoid the pitfalls he's learned to navigate. About Timmy Barron:Timmy Barron has performed with Second City aboard NCL The Star & Gem, was a writer & BAR TENDER in “Bye Bye Liver”, has been seen on screen in “Chicago Fire”, multiple commercials and indie films. Timmy received 2 full talent scholarships for Theatre and Dramatic Arts at Savannah College of Art & Design then University of Memphis before moving to Chicago to attend both The Second City Improv and Musical Improv Conservatories. Timmy has had the pleasure to work with directors Jared Hess (Napoleon Dynamite) and Sanford Bookstaver (Dexter: New Blood)Timmy is an acting coach and content creator making videos sharing what he knows about the business of acting and the industry that surrounds it. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to our newsletter and enjoy the next podcast delivered straight to your inbox. For show notes, past guests, and more CRE content, please check out Crexi's blog. Ready to find your next CRE property? Visit Crexi and immediately browse 500,000+ available commercial properties for sale and lease. Follow Crexi:https://www.crexi.com/ https://www.crexi.com/instagram https://www.crexi.com/facebook https://www.crexi.com/twitter https://www.crexi.com/linkedin https://www.youtube.com/crexi
Join Chef Eric Wynkoop in his virtual office as he welcomes all of your questions. From cooking techniques to course-specific questions, to how to turn your cooking passion into profit or simply hearing the perspective of a chef, Eric Wynkoop tackled all variety of questions! Eric Wynkoop previously served as a founding faculty member at The International Culinary School, instructor in anthropology at Portland State University, and Senior Instructor at the Le Cordon Bleu program at Western Culinary Institute, in Portland, Oregon. He holds Master's Degrees in postsecondary education and cultural anthropology, as well as credentials in Ayurveda wellness and cooking. Eric has spent more than twenty years in the food and beverage industry. His experiences include banquet management, catering, personal chef, winery cellar hand, educator, textbook contributor, consultant, and ethnographer. He also brings food and cultural insight from nearly a decade of residence in Japan, studies in Mexico, and research in India as a Fulbright Scholar. After graduating from the University of Oregon with a dual degree in Japanese and Asian Studies, he went on to receive his formal culinary training at Western Culinary Institute, in Portland, Oregon. Eric's role with Rouxbe is central to enhancing the student experience through quality course content and new course development at Rouxbe. Eric is also the lead instructor in Rouxbe courses, a role which he has enjoyed since 2016. You can watch the original video version of this episode on Rouxbe.
Send us a textOn today's Zero Limits Podcast I chat with Todd Bowler Western Australian Police Tactical Response GroupTodd has 23yrs combined Police experience consisting of general duties, close personal protection and undercover work, with 15 years of experience as a Team Leader and Senior Instructor with the WA Police Tactical Response Group, Todd has led high-risk operations ranging from shootouts with armed criminals to arresting the Claremont Serial Killer and billion dollar drug busts.He's worked deep undercover and provided close personal protection for U.S. Presidents and members of the British Royal family.
Join Chef Eric Wynkoop in his virtual office as he welcomes all of your questions. From cooking techniques to course-specific questions, to how to turn your cooking passion into profit or simply hearing the perspective of a chef, Eric Wynkoop tackled all variety of questions! Eric Wynkoop previously served as a founding faculty member at The International Culinary School, instructor in anthropology at Portland State University, and Senior Instructor at the Le Cordon Bleu program at Western Culinary Institute, in Portland, Oregon. He holds Master's Degrees in postsecondary education and cultural anthropology, as well as credentials in Ayurveda wellness and cooking. Eric has spent more than twenty years in the food and beverage industry. His experiences include banquet management, catering, personal chef, winery cellar hand, educator, textbook contributor, consultant, and ethnographer. He also brings food and cultural insight from nearly a decade of residence in Japan, studies in Mexico, and research in India as a Fulbright Scholar. After graduating from the University of Oregon with a dual degree in Japanese and Asian Studies, he went on to receive his formal culinary training at Western Culinary Institute, in Portland, Oregon. Eric's role with Rouxbe is central to enhancing the student experience through quality course content and new course development at Rouxbe. Eric is also the lead instructor in Rouxbe courses, a role which he has enjoyed since 2016. You can watch the original video version of this episode on Rouxbe.
Join Journal Club Download my free guide to Internal Bleaching PDF Follow @dental_digest_podcast Instagram Connect on Instagram: @dr.melissa_seibert on Instagram DOT - Use the Code DENTALDIGEST for 10% off Dr. Bobbi Stanley began her dental practice in Cary with the goal of providing superior dental services. Dr. Bobbi Stanley graduated from the University of North Carolina School of Dentistry in 1993 and continues to be an avid learner, attending countless hours of continuing education. She also believes providing superior dental services means using the best materials on the market with the highest technology available. She is a Master in the Academy of General Dentistry (MAGD), a Diplomate in the International Congress of Oral Implantologists (DICOI), and a Fellow at the prestigious Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies (LVI). She is a Sustaining Member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD), the International College of Cranio-Mandibular Orthopedics (ICCMO), the International Association of Orthodontics (IAO), and is a Qualified Member of the Crown Council. Additionally, Dr. Stanley is a member of the American Dental Association (ADA), the Raleigh-Wake County Dental Society, the North Carolina Dental Society, the American Academy of Women Dentists (AAWD), and the Dental Organization for Conscious Sedation (DOCS). Dr. Stanley is an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Prosthodontics at her alma mater, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Dentistry. She is also a Board of Trustees member at her undergraduate alma mater, the University of North Carolina at Pembroke. She is a Co-Founder and Senior Instructor at Stanley Institute for Comprehensive Dentistry in Cary, NC, and a Senior Instructor at the International Association of Orthodontics in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and The Facial Beauty Institute in Memphis, Tennessee. Most recently, Dr. Stanley won Entrepreneur of the Year in the Triangle Business Journal's 2019 Women in Business Awards. Dr. Stanley's personal philosophy is not only to live life but also to live it to the fullest. Her motivation to be the best in her field is matched only by her desire to be a great wife and loving mother of her four children. In 2017, Dr. Bobbi completed one of her bucket list items by successfully finishing the Louisville Ironman Triathlon.
Join Chef Eric Wynkoop in his virtual office as he welcomes all of your questions. From cooking techniques to course-specific questions, to how to turn your cooking passion into profit or simply hearing the perspective of a chef, Eric Wynkoop tackled all variety of questions! Eric Wynkoop previously served as a founding faculty member at The International Culinary School, instructor in anthropology at Portland State University, and Senior Instructor at the Le Cordon Bleu program at Western Culinary Institute, in Portland, Oregon. He holds Master's Degrees in postsecondary education and cultural anthropology, as well as credentials in Ayurveda wellness and cooking. Eric has spent more than twenty years in the food and beverage industry. His experiences include banquet management, catering, personal chef, winery cellar hand, educator, textbook contributor, consultant, and ethnographer. He also brings food and cultural insight from nearly a decade of residence in Japan, studies in Mexico, and research in India as a Fulbright Scholar. After graduating from the University of Oregon with a dual degree in Japanese and Asian Studies, he went on to receive his formal culinary training at Western Culinary Institute, in Portland, Oregon. Eric's role with Rouxbe is central to enhancing the student experience through quality course content and new course development at Rouxbe. Eric is also the lead instructor in Rouxbe courses, a role which he has enjoyed since 2016. You can watch the original video version of this episode on Rouxbe.
On today's Coffee with Rich, we will be joined by Mike Seeklander discussing the Top Ten mistakes he see's in his Rifle classes. These tips will directly benefit your shooting skills! Join Pro Tips (free Rifle program discussed in the show) Currently Mike Seeklander is owner of Shooting-Performance LLC (www.shooting-performance.com), a full service training company and the American Warrior Society. Mike is also the co-host of The Best Defense, the Outdoor channels leading firearm instructional show. Previously, Mike was Chief Operating Officer, Director of Training and a Senior Instructor at the U.S. Shooting Academy in Tulsa, Ok. He was directly responsible for the development of all U.S.S.A. training programs. Prior to that as an employee of the Federal Government, Mike has served as the Branch Chief and Lead Instructor for the Firearms division with the Federal Air Marshal Service as well as a Senior Instructor at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC). He has extensive formal training and experience in all phases of military and law enforcement training. Mike is a highly sought after tactical and competitive trainer and a high level performer on the competition handgun circuit. Currently a nationally ranked competitor on the practical handgun competition circuit, Seeklander has authored/produced instructional books, DVD's and has developed hundreds of lesson plans specifically related to basic and advanced firearms training. As a local law enforcement officer with the Knox County Sherriff's Department as well as the Knoxville Police Department mike worked in corrections as well as patrol and with the Organized Crime division. In 1990 Mike joined the United States Marine Corps and was trained as an Intelligence Specialist with Top Secret clearance. Mike is a combat veteran of Desert Storm/Shield (Gulf war 1). He holds secondary MOS's of Combat Engineer and Primary Marksmanship Instructor. Mike is the recipient of numerous awards and honors in the law enforcement community, and as a semi-professional shooter. Coffee with Rich Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/rhodieusmc/videos American Warrior Show: https://americanwarriorshow.com/index.html SWAG: https://shop.americanwarriorsociety.com/ American Warrior Society please visit: https://americanwarriorsociety.com/
On today's Coffee with Rich, we will be joined by Mike Seeklander. Rich Brown is the Co-Host of America's leading Self-Defense podcast, the American Warrior Show. On today's Coffee with Rich, we will be joined by The Mike Seeklander. Currently Mike Seeklander is owner of Shooting-Performance LLC (www.shooting-performance.com), a full service training company and the American Warrior Society. Mike is also the co-host of The Best Defense, the Outdoor channels leading firearm instructional show. Previously, Mike was Chief Operating Officer, Director of Training and a Senior Instructor at the U.S. Shooting Academy in Tulsa, Ok. He was directly responsible for the development of all U.S.S.A. training programs. Prior to that as an employee of the Federal Government, Mike has served as the Branch Chief and Lead Instructor for the Firearms division with the Federal Air Marshal Service as well as a Senior Instructor at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC). He has extensive formal training and experience in all phases of military and law enforcement training. Mike is a highly sought after tactical and competitive trainer and a high level performer on the competition handgun circuit. Currently a nationally ranked competitor on the practical handgun competition circuit, Seeklander has authored/produced instructional books, DVD's and has developed hundreds of lesson plans specifically related to basic and advanced firearms training. As a local law enforcement officer with the Knox County Sherriff's Department as well as the Knoxville Police Department mike worked in corrections as well as patrol and with the Organized Crime division. In 1990 Mike joined the United States Marine Corps and was trained as an Intelligence Specialist with Top Secret clearance. Mike is a combat veteran of Desert Storm/Shield (Gulf war 1). He holds secondary MOS's of Combat Engineer and Primary Marksmanship Instructor. Mike is the recipient of numerous awards and honors in the law enforcement community, and as a semi-professional shooter. Coffee with Rich Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/rhodieusmc/videos American Warrior Show: https://americanwarriorshow.com/index.html SWAG: https://shop.americanwarriorsociety.com/ American Warrior Society please visit: https://americanwarriorsociety.com/
Podcast: Cyber Security Weekly Podcast (LS 38 · TOP 2% what is this?)Episode: Episode 414 - Winning the OT Security BattlePub date: 2024-09-24We sat down with Tim Conway and Robert Lee, two leading cybersecurity experts, to discuss pressing issues in OT cybersecurity.CrowdStrike Lessons LearnedTim and Robert began by examining the CrowdStrike incident from July 2024. They highlighted the dangers of over-relying on trusted technology without sufficient testing and verification, and the importance of integrating resilience into systems and avoiding a one-size-fits-all security approach.Cyber Threat LandscapeRobert discussed the rise of sophisticated malware like Fuxnet, Frostygoop and Pipe Dream, designed to target OT systems. Fuxnet was a highly targeted attack aimed at disrupting critical infrastructure in Russia, while Frostygop used similar techniques against Ukraine. In contrast, Pipe Dream serves as a more versatile attack framework applicable to various OT systems. He underscored an important lesson: even if specific malware isn't reused, studying its tactics can improve our prevention, detection, and response strategies. The key takeaway: threats to OT environments are growing, with increasingly targeted efforts from a range of actors.Critical Control – ICS Network VisibilityTim and Robert addressed the challenges of gaining visibility into OT devices. Tim noted that OT environments are diverse and require more than a one-size-fits-all approach. Each environment has unique characteristics that must be considered. While attackers exploit both commonalities and specific features, defenders must balance the need for visibility with the risk of disrupting operations. Legacy systems without modern security features further complicate these efforts. Despite historical challenges in visibility due to limited capabilities and resistance to change, recent technological advances have improved the situation. However, new technologies, such as encryption, introduce additional complexities. A balanced approach, using critical controls as a framework, is essential for prioritizing security efforts and adapting to evolving needs.Critical Control – Incident Response PlanTim and Robert highlighted that many organizations lack specific incident response plans for OT, relying instead on general IT plans. Backup plans for power outages often do not address cyber attack scenarios. Effective OT incident response requires a tailored plan that includes data collection, safety procedures, and appropriate tools. In addition, maturity in incident response involves having a detailed, operationally integrated plan that addresses various scenarios, including handling outages and restoring systems without SCADA support. OT and IT ConvergenceTim and Robert discussed several crucial aspects of OT security. They noted that the increasing interconnection between IT and OT systems has elevated the risk of attacks transitioning from IT to OT environments. Additionally, remote access, often used for vendor support, presents a significant security threat.They emphasized the distinct characteristics of OT systems, which necessitate specialized security approaches. Treating OT and IT as identical can lead to dangerous oversimplifications and vulnerabilities. Therefore, security measures must be tailored to the specific needs of OT environments, considering their safety, physical constraints, and unique risks.Tim and Robert also touched on cyber-informed engineering. Key takeaways include recognizing common attack vectors from IT systems, implementing distinct security strategies for OT, and avoiding the assumption that OT and IT are the same. Tailoring security measures to the specific needs and constraints of OT environments is essential for effective protection.Celebrating WinsFinally, Tim and Robert highlighted the importance of celebrating cybersecurity successes, such as defending against VOLTZITE. Recognizing and celebrating these victories can boost morale and encourage teams to continue their efforts. Tim Conway, Senior Instructor, https://www.sans.org/profiles/tim-conway/Tim serves as the Technical Director of ICS and SCADA programs at SANS, and he is responsible for developing, reviewing, and implementing technical components of the SANS ICS and SCADA product offerings. A recognized leader in CIP operations, he formerly served as the Director of CIP Compliance and Operations Technology at Northern Indiana Public Service Company (NIPSCO), where he was responsible for Operations Technology, NERC CIP Compliance, and the NERC training environments for the operations departments within NIPSCO Electric.Robert M. Lee, Fellow, https://www.sans.org/profiles/robert-m-lee/ SANS fellow Robert M. Lee brings to the classroom one of the most valuable and respected of credentials: real-world experience. Robert is the CEO and founder of his own company, Dragos, Inc., that provides cyber security solutions for industrial control system networks. Further viewing; https://youtu.be/BiUpuRk6pvA?si=xQcx9oiJOxQu0n7H#mysecuritytv #otcybersecurityThe podcast and artwork embedded on this page are from MySecurity Media, which is the property of its owner and not affiliated with or endorsed by Listen Notes, Inc.
We sat down with Tim Conway and Robert Lee, two leading cybersecurity experts, to discuss pressing issues in OT cybersecurity.CrowdStrike Lessons LearnedTim and Robert began by examining the CrowdStrike incident from July 2024. They highlighted the dangers of over-relying on trusted technology without sufficient testing and verification, and the importance of integrating resilience into systems and avoiding a one-size-fits-all security approach.Cyber Threat LandscapeRobert discussed the rise of sophisticated malware like Fuxnet, Frostygoop and Pipe Dream, designed to target OT systems. Fuxnet was a highly targeted attack aimed at disrupting critical infrastructure in Russia, while Frostygop used similar techniques against Ukraine. In contrast, Pipe Dream serves as a more versatile attack framework applicable to various OT systems. He underscored an important lesson: even if specific malware isn't reused, studying its tactics can improve our prevention, detection, and response strategies. The key takeaway: threats to OT environments are growing, with increasingly targeted efforts from a range of actors.Critical Control – ICS Network VisibilityTim and Robert addressed the challenges of gaining visibility into OT devices. Tim noted that OT environments are diverse and require more than a one-size-fits-all approach. Each environment has unique characteristics that must be considered. While attackers exploit both commonalities and specific features, defenders must balance the need for visibility with the risk of disrupting operations. Legacy systems without modern security features further complicate these efforts. Despite historical challenges in visibility due to limited capabilities and resistance to change, recent technological advances have improved the situation. However, new technologies, such as encryption, introduce additional complexities. A balanced approach, using critical controls as a framework, is essential for prioritizing security efforts and adapting to evolving needs.Critical Control – Incident Response PlanTim and Robert highlighted that many organizations lack specific incident response plans for OT, relying instead on general IT plans. Backup plans for power outages often do not address cyber attack scenarios. Effective OT incident response requires a tailored plan that includes data collection, safety procedures, and appropriate tools. In addition, maturity in incident response involves having a detailed, operationally integrated plan that addresses various scenarios, including handling outages and restoring systems without SCADA support. OT and IT ConvergenceTim and Robert discussed several crucial aspects of OT security. They noted that the increasing interconnection between IT and OT systems has elevated the risk of attacks transitioning from IT to OT environments. Additionally, remote access, often used for vendor support, presents a significant security threat.They emphasized the distinct characteristics of OT systems, which necessitate specialized security approaches. Treating OT and IT as identical can lead to dangerous oversimplifications and vulnerabilities. Therefore, security measures must be tailored to the specific needs of OT environments, considering their safety, physical constraints, and unique risks.Tim and Robert also touched on cyber-informed engineering. Key takeaways include recognizing common attack vectors from IT systems, implementing distinct security strategies for OT, and avoiding the assumption that OT and IT are the same. Tailoring security measures to the specific needs and constraints of OT environments is essential for effective protection.Celebrating WinsFinally, Tim and Robert highlighted the importance of celebrating cybersecurity successes, such as defending against VOLTZITE. Recognizing and celebrating these victories can boost morale and encourage teams to continue their efforts. Tim Conway, Senior Instructor, https://www.sans.org/profiles/tim-conway/Tim serves as the Technical Director of ICS and SCADA programs at SANS, and he is responsible for developing, reviewing, and implementing technical components of the SANS ICS and SCADA product offerings. A recognized leader in CIP operations, he formerly served as the Director of CIP Compliance and Operations Technology at Northern Indiana Public Service Company (NIPSCO), where he was responsible for Operations Technology, NERC CIP Compliance, and the NERC training environments for the operations departments within NIPSCO Electric.Robert M. Lee, Fellow, https://www.sans.org/profiles/robert-m-lee/ SANS fellow Robert M. Lee brings to the classroom one of the most valuable and respected of credentials: real-world experience. Robert is the CEO and founder of his own company, Dragos, Inc., that provides cyber security solutions for industrial control system networks. Further viewing; https://youtu.be/BiUpuRk6pvA?si=xQcx9oiJOxQu0n7H#mysecuritytv #otcybersecurity
Welcome to Season 27 of Commercial Real Estate School! This season, I welcome Bo Barron, CCIM, CEO of Barron Commercial Group. In a world where the commercial real estate landscape is complex and ever-changing, Bo Barron, CEO of Barron Commercial Group, serves as a trusted guide. Bo understands the challenges and opportunities that clients face when navigating commercial real estate decisions. As a third-generation leader in the industry and a former Marine, Bo is on a mission to empower investors, owners, and users of commercial real estate. The journey with Bo and his team at BCG begins with the understanding that success in the commercial real estate sector requires more than just transactions. It requires a strategic partner who can help clients overcome obstacles, seize opportunities, and achieve their financial goals. With a track record of increasing revenue by 397% since taking over the company, Bo has a proven strategy to help clients thrive. In addition to his work at BCG, Bo and his brother Timmy co-host the podcast Commercially Speaking, turning complex real estate concepts into accessible and engaging discussions. Listeners are equipped with valuable insights, helping them make informed decisions about their investments. Bo also contributes to the broader commercial real estate community as a Senior Instructor at the CCIM Institute. He educates aspiring and seasoned professionals and serves on the CCIM Foundation Board, supporting veterans and minorities in their career development. By providing these resources, Bo helps others avoid the pitfalls he's learned to navigate. Bo's vision for the future is ambitious but grounded in a proven strategy. This growth will be driven by attracting top talent, fostering a collaborative culture, and leveraging advanced technology. This strategy ensures that clients not only survive in the commercial real estate market but thrive. Bo Barron is more than a leader in commercial real estate; he's a guide who empowers clients to reach their financial goals. His commitment to excellence, education, and client success positions him as an invaluable partner in your commercial real estate journey. With Bo and the Barron Commercial Group, you're not just investing in property; you're investing in a brighter, more prosperous future. Digsy Virtual Assistants are a great resource, but people don't hire them because it takes a lot of training, management, and documentation to make them effective. Digsy solves this problem with its fully-managed virtual assistant service. Check them out here. About "Commercial Real Estate School" Welcome to Commercial Real Estate School. Every episode is a lesson featuring some of the top names in the business, sharing insights and expertise to inspire your commercial real estate journey. Our powerhouse guests offer a wealth of expertise, guiding you through the complex commercial landscape and providing actionable insights to fast-track your success. Class is in session. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/creschoolshow/support
Welcome to Season 27 of Commercial Real Estate School! This season, I welcome Bo Barron, CCIM, CEO of Barron Commercial Group. In a world where the commercial real estate landscape is complex and ever-changing, Bo Barron, CEO of Barron Commercial Group, serves as a trusted guide. Bo understands the challenges and opportunities that clients face when navigating commercial real estate decisions. As a third-generation leader in the industry and a former Marine, Bo is on a mission to empower investors, owners, and users of commercial real estate. The journey with Bo and his team at BCG begins with the understanding that success in the commercial real estate sector requires more than just transactions. It requires a strategic partner who can help clients overcome obstacles, seize opportunities, and achieve their financial goals. With a track record of increasing revenue by 397% since taking over the company, Bo has a proven strategy to help clients thrive. In addition to his work at BCG, Bo and his brother Timmy co-host the podcast Commercially Speaking, turning complex real estate concepts into accessible and engaging discussions. Listeners are equipped with valuable insights, helping them make informed decisions about their investments. Bo also contributes to the broader commercial real estate community as a Senior Instructor at the CCIM Institute. He educates aspiring and seasoned professionals and serves on the CCIM Foundation Board, supporting veterans and minorities in their career development. By providing these resources, Bo helps others avoid the pitfalls he's learned to navigate. Bo's vision for the future is ambitious but grounded in a proven strategy. This growth will be driven by attracting top talent, fostering a collaborative culture, and leveraging advanced technology. This strategy ensures that clients not only survive in the commercial real estate market but thrive. Bo Barron is more than a leader in commercial real estate; he's a guide who empowers clients to reach their financial goals. His commitment to excellence, education, and client success positions him as an invaluable partner in your commercial real estate journey. With Bo and the Barron Commercial Group, you're not just investing in property; you're investing in a brighter, more prosperous future. Digsy Virtual Assistants are a great resource, but people don't hire them because it takes a lot of training, management, and documentation to make them effective. Digsy solves this problem with its fully-managed virtual assistant service. Check them out here. About "Commercial Real Estate School" Welcome to Commercial Real Estate School. Every episode is a lesson featuring some of the top names in the business, sharing insights and expertise to inspire your commercial real estate journey. Our powerhouse guests offer a wealth of expertise, guiding you through the complex commercial landscape and providing actionable insights to fast-track your success. Class is in session. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/creschoolshow/support
Welcome to Season 27 of Commercial Real Estate School! This season, I welcome Bo Barron, CCIM, CEO of Barron Commercial Group. In a world where the commercial real estate landscape is complex and ever-changing, Bo Barron, CEO of Barron Commercial Group, serves as a trusted guide. Bo understands the challenges and opportunities that clients face when navigating commercial real estate decisions. As a third-generation leader in the industry and a former Marine, Bo is on a mission to empower investors, owners, and users of commercial real estate. The journey with Bo and his team at BCG begins with the understanding that success in the commercial real estate sector requires more than just transactions. It requires a strategic partner who can help clients overcome obstacles, seize opportunities, and achieve their financial goals. With a track record of increasing revenue by 397% since taking over the company, Bo has a proven strategy to help clients thrive. In addition to his work at BCG, Bo and his brother Timmy co-host the podcast Commercially Speaking, turning complex real estate concepts into accessible and engaging discussions. Listeners are equipped with valuable insights, helping them make informed decisions about their investments. Bo also contributes to the broader commercial real estate community as a Senior Instructor at the CCIM Institute. He educates aspiring and seasoned professionals and serves on the CCIM Foundation Board, supporting veterans and minorities in their career development. By providing these resources, Bo helps others avoid the pitfalls he's learned to navigate. Bo's vision for the future is ambitious but grounded in a proven strategy. This growth will be driven by attracting top talent, fostering a collaborative culture, and leveraging advanced technology. This strategy ensures that clients not only survive in the commercial real estate market but thrive. Bo Barron is more than a leader in commercial real estate; he's a guide who empowers clients to reach their financial goals. His commitment to excellence, education, and client success positions him as an invaluable partner in your commercial real estate journey. With Bo and the Barron Commercial Group, you're not just investing in property; you're investing in a brighter, more prosperous future. Digsy Virtual Assistants are a great resource, but people don't hire them because it takes a lot of training, management, and documentation to make them effective. Digsy solves this problem with its fully-managed virtual assistant service. Check them out here. About "Commercial Real Estate School" Welcome to Commercial Real Estate School. Every episode is a lesson featuring some of the top names in the business, sharing insights and expertise to inspire your commercial real estate journey. Our powerhouse guests offer a wealth of expertise, guiding you through the complex commercial landscape and providing actionable insights to fast-track your success. Class is in session. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/creschoolshow/support
Welcome to Season 27 of Commercial Real Estate School! This season, I welcome Bo Barron, CCIM, CEO of Barron Commercial Group. In a world where the commercial real estate landscape is complex and ever-changing, Bo Barron, CEO of Barron Commercial Group, serves as a trusted guide. Bo understands the challenges and opportunities that clients face when navigating commercial real estate decisions. As a third-generation leader in the industry and a former Marine, Bo is on a mission to empower investors, owners, and users of commercial real estate. The journey with Bo and his team at BCG begins with the understanding that success in the commercial real estate sector requires more than just transactions. It requires a strategic partner who can help clients overcome obstacles, seize opportunities, and achieve their financial goals. With a track record of increasing revenue by 397% since taking over the company, Bo has a proven strategy to help clients thrive. In addition to his work at BCG, Bo and his brother Timmy co-host the podcast Commercially Speaking, turning complex real estate concepts into accessible and engaging discussions. Listeners are equipped with valuable insights, helping them make informed decisions about their investments. Bo also contributes to the broader commercial real estate community as a Senior Instructor at the CCIM Institute. He educates aspiring and seasoned professionals and serves on the CCIM Foundation Board, supporting veterans and minorities in their career development. By providing these resources, Bo helps others avoid the pitfalls he's learned to navigate. Bo's vision for the future is ambitious but grounded in a proven strategy. This growth will be driven by attracting top talent, fostering a collaborative culture, and leveraging advanced technology. This strategy ensures that clients not only survive in the commercial real estate market but thrive. Bo Barron is more than a leader in commercial real estate; he's a guide who empowers clients to reach their financial goals. His commitment to excellence, education, and client success positions him as an invaluable partner in your commercial real estate journey. With Bo and the Barron Commercial Group, you're not just investing in property; you're investing in a brighter, more prosperous future. Digsy Virtual Assistants are a great resource, but people don't hire them because it takes a lot of training, management, and documentation to make them effective. Digsy solves this problem with its fully-managed virtual assistant service. Check them out here. About "Commercial Real Estate School" Welcome to Commercial Real Estate School. Every episode is a lesson featuring some of the top names in the business, sharing insights and expertise to inspire your commercial real estate journey. Our powerhouse guests offer a wealth of expertise, guiding you through the complex commercial landscape and providing actionable insights to fast-track your success. Class is in session. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/creschoolshow/support
Welcome to Season 27 of Commercial Real Estate School! This season, I welcome Bo Barron, CCIM, CEO of Barron Commercial Group. In a world where the commercial real estate landscape is complex and ever-changing, Bo Barron, CEO of Barron Commercial Group, serves as a trusted guide. Bo understands the challenges and opportunities that clients face when navigating commercial real estate decisions. As a third-generation leader in the industry and a former Marine, Bo is on a mission to empower investors, owners, and users of commercial real estate. The journey with Bo and his team at BCG begins with the understanding that success in the commercial real estate sector requires more than just transactions. It requires a strategic partner who can help clients overcome obstacles, seize opportunities, and achieve their financial goals. With a track record of increasing revenue by 397% since taking over the company, Bo has a proven strategy to help clients thrive. In addition to his work at BCG, Bo and his brother Timmy co-host the podcast Commercially Speaking, turning complex real estate concepts into accessible and engaging discussions. Listeners are equipped with valuable insights, helping them make informed decisions about their investments. Bo also contributes to the broader commercial real estate community as a Senior Instructor at the CCIM Institute. He educates aspiring and seasoned professionals and serves on the CCIM Foundation Board, supporting veterans and minorities in their career development. By providing these resources, Bo helps others avoid the pitfalls he's learned to navigate. Bo's vision for the future is ambitious but grounded in a proven strategy. This growth will be driven by attracting top talent, fostering a collaborative culture, and leveraging advanced technology. This strategy ensures that clients not only survive in the commercial real estate market but thrive. Bo Barron is more than a leader in commercial real estate; he's a guide who empowers clients to reach their financial goals. His commitment to excellence, education, and client success positions him as an invaluable partner in your commercial real estate journey. With Bo and the Barron Commercial Group, you're not just investing in property; you're investing in a brighter, more prosperous future. Digsy Virtual Assistants are a great resource, but people don't hire them because it takes a lot of training, management, and documentation to make them effective. Digsy solves this problem with its fully-managed virtual assistant service. Check them out here. About "Commercial Real Estate School" Welcome to Commercial Real Estate School. Every episode is a lesson featuring some of the top names in the business, sharing insights and expertise to inspire your commercial real estate journey. Our powerhouse guests offer a wealth of expertise, guiding you through the complex commercial landscape and providing actionable insights to fast-track your success. Class is in session. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/creschoolshow/support
Welcome to Season 27 of Commercial Real Estate School! This season, I welcome Bo Barron, CCIM, CEO of Barron Commercial Group. In a world where the commercial real estate landscape is complex and ever-changing, Bo Barron, CEO of Barron Commercial Group, serves as a trusted guide. Bo understands the challenges and opportunities that clients face when navigating commercial real estate decisions. As a third-generation leader in the industry and a former Marine, Bo is on a mission to empower investors, owners, and users of commercial real estate. The journey with Bo and his team at BCG begins with the understanding that success in the commercial real estate sector requires more than just transactions. It requires a strategic partner who can help clients overcome obstacles, seize opportunities, and achieve their financial goals. With a track record of increasing revenue by 397% since taking over the company, Bo has a proven strategy to help clients thrive. In addition to his work at BCG, Bo and his brother Timmy co-host the podcast Commercially Speaking, turning complex real estate concepts into accessible and engaging discussions. Listeners are equipped with valuable insights, helping them make informed decisions about their investments. Bo also contributes to the broader commercial real estate community as a Senior Instructor at the CCIM Institute. He educates aspiring and seasoned professionals and serves on the CCIM Foundation Board, supporting veterans and minorities in their career development. By providing these resources, Bo helps others avoid the pitfalls he's learned to navigate. Bo's vision for the future is ambitious but grounded in a proven strategy. This growth will be driven by attracting top talent, fostering a collaborative culture, and leveraging advanced technology. This strategy ensures that clients not only survive in the commercial real estate market but thrive. Bo Barron is more than a leader in commercial real estate; he's a guide who empowers clients to reach their financial goals. His commitment to excellence, education, and client success positions him as an invaluable partner in your commercial real estate journey. With Bo and the Barron Commercial Group, you're not just investing in property; you're investing in a brighter, more prosperous future. Digsy Virtual Assistants are a great resource, but people don't hire them because it takes a lot of training, management, and documentation to make them effective. Digsy solves this problem with its fully-managed virtual assistant service. Check them out here. About "Commercial Real Estate School" Welcome to Commercial Real Estate School. Every episode is a lesson featuring some of the top names in the business, sharing insights and expertise to inspire your commercial real estate journey. Our powerhouse guests offer a wealth of expertise, guiding you through the complex commercial landscape and providing actionable insights to fast-track your success. Class is in session. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/creschoolshow/support
Welcome to Season 27 of Commercial Real Estate School! This season, I welcome Bo Barron, CCIM, CEO of Barron Commercial Group. In a world where the commercial real estate landscape is complex and ever-changing, Bo Barron, CEO of Barron Commercial Group, serves as a trusted guide. Bo understands the challenges and opportunities that clients face when navigating commercial real estate decisions. As a third-generation leader in the industry and a former Marine, Bo is on a mission to empower investors, owners, and users of commercial real estate. The journey with Bo and his team at BCG begins with the understanding that success in the commercial real estate sector requires more than just transactions. It requires a strategic partner who can help clients overcome obstacles, seize opportunities, and achieve their financial goals. With a track record of increasing revenue by 397% since taking over the company, Bo has a proven strategy to help clients thrive. In addition to his work at BCG, Bo and his brother Timmy co-host the podcast Commercially Speaking, turning complex real estate concepts into accessible and engaging discussions. Listeners are equipped with valuable insights, helping them make informed decisions about their investments. Bo also contributes to the broader commercial real estate community as a Senior Instructor at the CCIM Institute. He educates aspiring and seasoned professionals and serves on the CCIM Foundation Board, supporting veterans and minorities in their career development. By providing these resources, Bo helps others avoid the pitfalls he's learned to navigate. Bo's vision for the future is ambitious but grounded in a proven strategy. This growth will be driven by attracting top talent, fostering a collaborative culture, and leveraging advanced technology. This strategy ensures that clients not only survive in the commercial real estate market but thrive. Bo Barron is more than a leader in commercial real estate; he's a guide who empowers clients to reach their financial goals. His commitment to excellence, education, and client success positions him as an invaluable partner in your commercial real estate journey. With Bo and the Barron Commercial Group, you're not just investing in property; you're investing in a brighter, more prosperous future. Digsy Virtual Assistants are a great resource, but people don't hire them because it takes a lot of training, management, and documentation to make them effective. Digsy solves this problem with its fully-managed virtual assistant service. Check them out here. About "Commercial Real Estate School" Welcome to Commercial Real Estate School. Every episode is a lesson featuring some of the top names in the business, sharing insights and expertise to inspire your commercial real estate journey. Our powerhouse guests offer a wealth of expertise, guiding you through the complex commercial landscape and providing actionable insights to fast-track your success. Class is in session. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/creschoolshow/support
Welcome to Season 27 of Commercial Real Estate School! This season, I welcome Bo Barron, CCIM, CEO of Barron Commercial Group. In a world where the commercial real estate landscape is complex and ever-changing, Bo Barron, CEO of Barron Commercial Group, serves as a trusted guide. Bo understands the challenges and opportunities that clients face when navigating commercial real estate decisions. As a third-generation leader in the industry and a former Marine, Bo is on a mission to empower investors, owners, and users of commercial real estate. The journey with Bo and his team at BCG begins with the understanding that success in the commercial real estate sector requires more than just transactions. It requires a strategic partner who can help clients overcome obstacles, seize opportunities, and achieve their financial goals. With a track record of increasing revenue by 397% since taking over the company, Bo has a proven strategy to help clients thrive. In addition to his work at BCG, Bo and his brother Timmy co-host the podcast Commercially Speaking, turning complex real estate concepts into accessible and engaging discussions. Listeners are equipped with valuable insights, helping them make informed decisions about their investments. Bo also contributes to the broader commercial real estate community as a Senior Instructor at the CCIM Institute. He educates aspiring and seasoned professionals and serves on the CCIM Foundation Board, supporting veterans and minorities in their career development. By providing these resources, Bo helps others avoid the pitfalls he's learned to navigate. Bo's vision for the future is ambitious but grounded in a proven strategy. This growth will be driven by attracting top talent, fostering a collaborative culture, and leveraging advanced technology. This strategy ensures that clients not only survive in the commercial real estate market but thrive. Bo Barron is more than a leader in commercial real estate; he's a guide who empowers clients to reach their financial goals. His commitment to excellence, education, and client success positions him as an invaluable partner in your commercial real estate journey. With Bo and the Barron Commercial Group, you're not just investing in property; you're investing in a brighter, more prosperous future. Digsy Virtual Assistants are a great resource, but people don't hire them because it takes a lot of training, management, and documentation to make them effective. Digsy solves this problem with its fully-managed virtual assistant service. Check them out here. About "Commercial Real Estate School" Welcome to Commercial Real Estate School. Every episode is a lesson featuring some of the top names in the business, sharing insights and expertise to inspire your commercial real estate journey. Our powerhouse guests offer a wealth of expertise, guiding you through the complex commercial landscape and providing actionable insights to fast-track your success. Class is in session. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/creschoolshow/support
Welcome to Season 27 of Commercial Real Estate School! This season, I welcome Bo Barron, CCIM, CEO of Barron Commercial Group. In a world where the commercial real estate landscape is complex and ever-changing, Bo Barron, CEO of Barron Commercial Group, serves as a trusted guide. Bo understands the challenges and opportunities that clients face when navigating commercial real estate decisions. As a third-generation leader in the industry and a former Marine, Bo is on a mission to empower investors, owners, and users of commercial real estate. The journey with Bo and his team at BCG begins with the understanding that success in the commercial real estate sector requires more than just transactions. It requires a strategic partner who can help clients overcome obstacles, seize opportunities, and achieve their financial goals. With a track record of increasing revenue by 397% since taking over the company, Bo has a proven strategy to help clients thrive. In addition to his work at BCG, Bo and his brother Timmy co-host the podcast Commercially Speaking, turning complex real estate concepts into accessible and engaging discussions. Listeners are equipped with valuable insights, helping them make informed decisions about their investments. Bo also contributes to the broader commercial real estate community as a Senior Instructor at the CCIM Institute. He educates aspiring and seasoned professionals and serves on the CCIM Foundation Board, supporting veterans and minorities in their career development. By providing these resources, Bo helps others avoid the pitfalls he's learned to navigate. Bo's vision for the future is ambitious but grounded in a proven strategy. This growth will be driven by attracting top talent, fostering a collaborative culture, and leveraging advanced technology. This strategy ensures that clients not only survive in the commercial real estate market but thrive. Bo Barron is more than a leader in commercial real estate; he's a guide who empowers clients to reach their financial goals. His commitment to excellence, education, and client success positions him as an invaluable partner in your commercial real estate journey. With Bo and the Barron Commercial Group, you're not just investing in property; you're investing in a brighter, more prosperous future. Digsy Virtual Assistants are a great resource, but people don't hire them because it takes a lot of training, management, and documentation to make them effective. Digsy solves this problem with its fully-managed virtual assistant service. Check them out here. About "Commercial Real Estate School" Welcome to Commercial Real Estate School. Every episode is a lesson featuring some of the top names in the business, sharing insights and expertise to inspire your commercial real estate journey. Our powerhouse guests offer a wealth of expertise, guiding you through the complex commercial landscape and providing actionable insights to fast-track your success. Class is in session. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/creschoolshow/support
Follow @dental_digest_podcast Instagram Follow @dr.melissa_seibert on Instagram Connect with Melissa on Linkedin DOT - Use the Code DENTALDIGEST for 10% off Dr. Robert Stanley has been interested in dentistry since spending hours in his grandfather's dental office in Chicago as a child. After his grandfather passed away, Dr. Stanley became interested in Engineering and pursued his Masters and Ph.D. in the field. He worked at Sony Ericsson in Research Triangle Park as a Senior Project Manager. Since meeting his wife, Dr. Bobbi Stanley, and being involved with the growing dental practice, Dr. Robert Stanley realized that he still loved dentistry. He obtained a DDS from the University of North Carolina and joined his wife in practice. Robert Stanley's dental acumen is a perfect complement to the practice and distinguishes Stanley Dentistry from other general dentistry practices by offering comprehensive dentistry such as oral surgery, root canals, wisdom teeth removal, and full-mouth reconstruction with dental implants. Dr. Robert Stanley is an Adjunct Professor in the Prosthodontics Department at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Dentistry and Co-founder and Senior Instructor at Stanley Institute for Comprehensive Dentistry. Dr. Robert Stanley is a Diplomate with the American Board of Oral Implantology (ABOI), a Diplomate with the International College of Oral Implantologists (ICOI), certified in Oral, IV, and Conscious Sedation and is a member of the Academy of General Dentistry, the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD), the American Dental Association (ADA), the Raleigh-Wake Dental Society, the North Carolina Dental Society, the Dental Organization for Conscious Sedation (DOCS) and the International Association of Comprehensive Aesthetics. In addition, Dr. Stanley is a Smile Engineer, offering his unique background in mechanical engineering and dentistry to companies around the world as a professional consultant in biomedical engineering. Dr. Stanley is available for professional collaboration for companies to make recommendations and changes to new or existing biomedically engineered products or services.
Oracle has been actively focusing on bringing AI to the enterprise at every layer of its tech stack, be it SaaS apps, AI services, infrastructure, or data. In this episode, hosts Lois Houston and Nikita Abraham, along with senior instructors Hemant Gahankari and Himanshu Raj, discuss OCI AI and Machine Learning services. They also go over some key OCI Data Science concepts and responsible AI principles. Oracle MyLearn: https://mylearn.oracle.com/ou/learning-path/become-an-oci-ai-foundations-associate-2023/127177 Oracle University Learning Community: https://education.oracle.com/ou-community LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/oracle-university/ X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/Oracle_Edu Special thanks to Arijit Ghosh, David Wright, Himanshu Raj, and the OU Studio Team for helping us create this episode. -------------------------------------------------------- Episode Transcript: 00:00 The world of artificial intelligence is vast and everchanging. And with all the buzz around it lately, we figured it was the perfect time to revisit our AI Made Easy series. Join us over the next few weeks as we chat about all things AI, helping you to discover its endless possibilities. Ready to dive in? Let's go! 00:33 Welcome to the Oracle University Podcast, the first stop on your cloud journey. During this series of informative podcasts, we'll bring you foundational training on the most popular Oracle technologies. Let's get started! 00:46 Lois: Welcome to the Oracle University Podcast! I'm Lois Houston, Director of Innovation Programs with Oracle University, and with me is Nikita Abraham, Principal Technical Editor. Nikita: Hey everyone! In our last episode, we dove into Generative AI and Language Learning Models. Lois: Yeah, that was an interesting one. But today, we're going to discuss the AI and machine learning services offered by Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, and we'll look at the OCI AI infrastructure. Nikita: I'm also going to try and squeeze in a couple of questions on a topic I'm really keen about, which is responsible AI. To take us through all of this, we have two of our colleagues, Hemant Gahankari and Himanshu Raj. Hemant is a Senior Principal OCI Instructor and Himanshu is a Senior Instructor on AI/ML. So, let's get started! 01:36 Lois: Hi Hemant! We're so excited to have you here! We know that Oracle has really been focusing on bringing AI to the enterprise at every layer of our stack. Hemant: It all begins with data and infrastructure layers. OCI AI services consume data, and AI services, in turn, are consumed by applications. This approach involves extensive investment from infrastructure to SaaS applications. Generative AI and massive scale models are the more recent steps. Oracle AI is the portfolio of cloud services for helping organizations use the data they may have for the business-specific uses. Business applications consume AI and ML services. The foundation of AI services and ML services is data. AI services contain pre-built models for specific uses. Some of the AI services are pre-trained, and some can be additionally trained by the customer with their own data. AI services can be consumed by calling the API for the service, passing in the data to be processed, and the service returns a result. There is no infrastructure to be managed for using AI services. 02:58 Nikita: How do I access OCI AI services? Hemant: OCI AI services provide multiple methods for access. The most common method is the OCI Console. The OCI Console provides an easy to use, browser-based interface that enables access to notebook sessions and all the features of all the data science, as well as AI services. The REST API provides access to service functionality but requires programming expertise. And API reference is provided in the product documentation. OCI also provides programming language SDKs for Java, Python, TypeScript, JavaScript, .Net, Go, and Ruby. The command line interface provides both quick access and full functionality without the need for scripting. 03:52 Lois: Hemant, what are the types of OCI AI services that are available? Hemant: OCI AI services is a collection of services with pre-built machine learning models that make it easier for developers to build a variety of business applications. The models can also be custom trained for more accurate business results. The different services provided are digital assistant, language, vision, speech, document understanding, anomaly detection. 04:24 Lois: I know we're going to talk about them in more detail in the next episode, but can you introduce us to OCI Language, Vision, and Speech? Hemant: OCI Language allows you to perform sophisticated text analysis at scale. Using the pre-trained and custom models, you can process unstructured text to extract insights without data science expertise. Pre-trained models include language detection, sentiment analysis, key phrase extraction, text classification, named entity recognition, and personal identifiable information detection. Custom models can be trained for named entity recognition and text classification with domain-specific data sets. In text translation, natural machine translation is used to translate text across numerous languages. Using OCI Vision, you can upload images to detect and classify objects in them. Pre-trained models and custom models are supported. In image analysis, pre-trained models perform object detection, image classification, and optical character recognition. In image analysis, custom models can perform custom object detection by detecting the location of custom objects in an image and providing a bounding box. The OCI Speech service is used to convert media files to readable texts that's stored in JSON and SRT format. Speech enables you to easily convert media files containing human speech into highly exact text transcriptions. 06:12 Nikita: That's great. And what about document understanding and anomaly detection? Hemant: Using OCI document understanding, you can upload documents to detect and classify text and objects in them. You can process individual files or batches of documents. In OCR, document understanding can detect and recognize text in a document. In text extraction, document understanding provides the word level and line level text, and the bounding box, coordinates of where the text is found. In key value extraction, document understanding extracts a predefined list of key value pairs of information from receipts, invoices, passports, and driver IDs. In table extraction, document understanding extracts content in tabular format, maintaining the row and column relationship of cells. In document classification, the document understanding classifies documents into different types. The OCI Anomaly Detection service is a service that analyzes large volume of multivariate or univariate time series data. The Anomaly Detection service increases the reliability of businesses by monitoring their critical assets and detecting anomalies early with high precision. Anomaly Detection is the identification of rare items, events, or observations in data that differ significantly from the expectation. 07:55 Nikita: Where is Anomaly Detection most useful? Hemant: The Anomaly Detection service is designed to help with analyzing large amounts of data and identifying the anomalies at the earliest possible time with maximum accuracy. Different sectors, such as utility, oil and gas, transportation, manufacturing, telecommunications, banking, and insurance use Anomaly Detection service for their day-to-day activities. 08:23 Lois: Ok…and the first OCI AI service you mentioned was digital assistant… Hemant: Oracle Digital Assistant is a platform that allows you to create and deploy digital assistants, which are AI driven interfaces that help users accomplish a variety of tasks with natural language conversations. When a user engages with the Digital Assistant, the Digital Assistant evaluates the user input and routes the conversation to and from the appropriate skills. Digital Assistant greets the user upon access. Upon user requests, list what it can do and provide entry points into the given skills. It routes explicit user requests to the appropriate skills. And it also handles interruptions to flows and disambiguation. It also handles requests to exit the bot. 09:21 Nikita: Excellent! Let's bring Himanshu in to tell us about machine learning services. Hi Himanshu! Let's talk about OCI Data Science. Can you tell us a bit about it? Himanshu: OCI Data Science is the cloud service focused on serving the data scientist throughout the full machine learning life cycle with support for Python and open source. The service has many features, such as model catalog, projects, JupyterLab notebook, model deployment, model training, management, model explanation, open source libraries, and AutoML. 09:56 Lois: Himanshu, what are the core principles of OCI Data Science? Himanshu: There are three core principles of OCI Data Science. The first one, accelerated. The first principle is about accelerating the work of the individual data scientist. OCI Data Science provides data scientists with open source libraries along with easy access to a range of compute power without having to manage any infrastructure. It also includes Oracle's own library to help streamline many aspects of their work. The second principle is collaborative. It goes beyond an individual data scientist's productivity to enable data science teams to work together. This is done through the sharing of assets, reducing duplicative work, and putting reproducibility and auditability of models for collaboration and risk management. Third is enterprise grade. That means it's integrated with all the OCI Security and access protocols. The underlying infrastructure is fully managed. The customer does not have to think about provisioning compute and storage. And the service handles all the maintenance, patching, and upgrades so user can focus on solving business problems with data science. 11:11 Nikita: Let's drill down into the specifics of OCI Data Science. So far, we know it's cloud service to rapidly build, train, deploy, and manage machine learning models. But who can use it? Where is it? And how is it used? Himanshu: It serves data scientists and data science teams throughout the full machine learning life cycle. Users work in a familiar JupyterLab notebook interface, where they write Python code. And how it is used? So users preserve their models in the model catalog and deploy their models to a managed infrastructure. 11:46 Lois: Walk us through some of the key terminology that's used. Himanshu: Some of the important product terminology of OCI Data Science are projects. The projects are containers that enable data science teams to organize their work. They represent collaborative work spaces for organizing and documenting data science assets, such as notebook sessions and models. Note that tenancy can have as many projects as needed without limits. Now, this notebook session is where the data scientists work. Notebook sessions provide a JupyterLab environment with pre-installed open source libraries and the ability to add others. Notebook sessions are interactive coding environment for building and training models. Notebook sessions run in a managed infrastructure and the user can select CPU or GPU, the compute shape, and amount of storage without having to do any manual provisioning. The other important feature is Conda environment. It's an open source environment and package management system and was created for Python programs. 12:53 Nikita: What is a Conda environment used for? Himanshu: It is used in the service to quickly install, run, and update packages and their dependencies. Conda easily creates, saves, loads, and switches between environments in your notebooks sessions. 13:07 Nikita: Earlier, you spoke about the support for Python in OCI Data Science. Is there a dedicated library? Himanshu: Oracle's Accelerated Data Science ADS SDK is a Python library that is included as part of OCI Data Science. ADS has many functions and objects that automate or simplify the steps in the data science workflow, including connecting to data, exploring, and visualizing data. Training a model with AutoML, evaluating models, and explaining models. In addition, ADS provides a simple interface to access the data science service mode model catalog and other OCI services, including object storage. 13:45 Lois: I also hear a lot about models. What are models? Himanshu: Models define a mathematical representation of your data and business process. You create models in notebooks, sessions, inside projects. 13:57 Lois: What are some other important terminologies related to models? Himanshu: The next terminology is model catalog. The model catalog is a place to store, track, share, and manage models. The model catalog is a centralized and managed repository of model artifacts. A stored model includes metadata about the provenance of the model, including Git-related information and the script. Our notebook used to push the model to the catalog. Models stored in the model catalog can be shared across members of a team, and they can be loaded back into a notebook session. The next one is model deployments. Model deployments allow you to deploy models stored in the model catalog as HTTP endpoints on managed infrastructure. 14:45 Lois: So, how do you operationalize these models? Himanshu: Deploying machine learning models as web applications, HTTP API endpoints, serving predictions in real time is the most common way to operationalize models. HTTP endpoints or the API endpoints are flexible and can serve requests for the model predictions. Data science jobs enable you to define and run a repeatable machine learning tasks on fully managed infrastructure. Nikita: Thanks for that, Himanshu. 15:18 Did you know that Oracle University offers free courses on Oracle Cloud Infrastructure? You'll find training on everything from cloud computing, database, and security, artificial intelligence, and machine learning, all free to subscribers. So, what are you waiting for? Pick a topic, leverage the Oracle University Learning Community to ask questions, and then sit for your certification. Visit mylearn.oracle.com to get started. 15:46 Nikita: Welcome back! The Oracle AI Stack consists of AI services and machine learning services, and these services are built using AI infrastructure. So, let's move on to that. Hemant, what are the components of OCI AI Infrastructure? Hemant: OCI AI Infrastructure is mainly composed of GPU-based instances. Instances can be virtual machines or bare metal machines. High performance cluster networking that allows instances to communicate to each other. Super clusters are a massive network of GPU instances with multiple petabytes per second of bandwidth. And a variety of fully managed storage options from a single byte to exabytes without upfront provisioning are also available. 16:35 Lois: Can we explore each of these components a little more? First, tell us, why do we need GPUs? Hemant: ML and AI needs lots of repetitive computations to be made on huge amounts of data. Parallel computing on GPUs is designed for many processes at the same time. A GPU is a piece of hardware that is incredibly good in performing computations. GPU has thousands of lightweight cores, all working on their share of data in parallel. This gives them the ability to crunch through extremely large data set at tremendous speed. 17:14 Nikita: And what are the GPU instances offered by OCI? Hemant: GPU instances are ideally suited for model training and inference. Bare metal and virtual machine compute instances powered by NVIDIA GPUs H100, A100, A10, and V100 are made available by OCI. 17:35 Nikita: So how do we choose what to train from these different GPU options? Hemant: For large scale AI training, data analytics, and high performance computing, bare metal instances BM 8 X NVIDIA H100 and BM 8 X NVIDIA A100 can be used. These provide up to nine times faster AI training and 30 times higher acceleration for AI inferencing. The other bare metal and virtual machines are used for small AI training, inference, streaming, gaming, and virtual desktop infrastructure. 18:14 Lois: And why would someone choose the OCI AI stack over its counterparts? Hemant: Oracle offers all the features and is the most cost effective option when compared to its counterparts. For example, BM GPU 4.8 version 2 instance costs just $4 per hour and is used by many customers. Superclusters are a massive network with multiple petabytes per second of bandwidth. It can scale up to 4,096 OCI bare metal instances with 32,768 GPUs. We also have a choice of bare metal A100 or H100 GPU instances, and we can select a variety of storage options, like object store, or block store, or even file system. For networking speeds, we can reach 1,600 GB per second with A100 GPUs and 3,200 GB per second with H100 GPUs. With OCI storage, we can select local SSD up to four NVMe drives, block storage up to 32 terabytes per volume, object storage up to 10 terabytes per object, file systems up to eight exabyte per file system. OCI File system employs five replicated storage located in different fault domains to provide redundancy for resilient data protection. HPC file systems, such as BeeGFS and many others are also offered. OCI HPC file systems are available on Oracle Cloud Marketplace and make it easy to deploy a variety of high performance file servers. 20:11 Lois: I think a discussion on AI would be incomplete if we don't talk about responsible AI. We're using AI more and more every day, but can we actually trust it? Hemant: For us to trust AI, it must be driven by ethics that guide us as well. Nikita: And do we have some principles that guide the use of AI? Hemant: AI should be lawful, complying with all applicable laws and regulations. AI should be ethical, that is it should ensure adherence to ethical principles and values that we uphold as humans. And AI should be robust, both from a technical and social perspective. Because even with the good intentions, AI systems can cause unintentional harm. AI systems do not operate in a lawless world. A number of legally binding rules at national and international level apply or are relevant to the development, deployment, and use of AI systems today. The law not only prohibits certain actions but also enables others, like protecting rights of minorities or protecting environment. Besides horizontally applicable rules, various domain-specific rules exist that apply to particular AI applications. For instance, the medical device regulation in the health care sector. In AI context, equality entails that the systems' operations cannot generate unfairly biased outputs. And while we adopt AI, citizens right should also be protected. 21:50 Lois: Ok, but how do we derive AI ethics from these? Hemant: There are three main principles. AI should be used to help humans and allow for oversight. It should never cause physical or social harm. Decisions taken by AI should be transparent and fair, and also should be explainable. AI that follows the AI ethical principles is responsible AI. So if we map the AI ethical principles to responsible AI requirements, these will be like, AI systems should follow human-centric design principles and leave meaningful opportunity for human choice. This means securing human oversight. AI systems and environments in which they operate must be safe and secure, they must be technically robust, and should not be open to malicious use. The development, and deployment, and use of AI systems must be fair, ensuring equal and just distribution of both benefits and costs. AI should be free from unfair bias and discrimination. Decisions taken by AI to the extent possible should be explainable to those directly and indirectly affected. 23:21 Nikita: This is all great, but what does a typical responsible AI implementation process look like? Hemant: First, a governance needs to be put in place. Second, develop a set of policies and procedures to be followed. And once implemented, ensure compliance by regular monitoring and evaluation. Lois: And this is all managed by developers? Hemant: Typical roles that are involved in the implementation cycles are developers, deployers, and end users of the AI. 23:56 Nikita: Can we talk about AI specifically in health care? How do we ensure that there is fairness and no bias? Hemant: AI systems are only as good as the data that they are trained on. If that data is predominantly from one gender or racial group, the AI systems might not perform as well on data from other groups. 24:21 Lois: Yeah, and there's also the issue of ensuring transparency, right? Hemant: AI systems often make decisions based on complex algorithms that are difficult for humans to understand. As a result, patients and health care providers can have difficulty trusting the decisions made by the AI. AI systems must be regularly evaluated to ensure that they are performing as intended and not causing harm to patients. 24:49 Nikita: Thank you, Hemant and Himanshu, for this really insightful session. If you're interested in learning more about the topics we discussed today, head on over to mylearn.oracle.com and search for the Oracle Cloud Infrastructure AI Foundations course. Lois: That's right, Niki. 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In this week's episode, Lois Houston and Nikita Abraham, along with Senior Instructor Himanshu Raj, take you through the extraordinary capabilities of Generative AI, a subset of deep learning that doesn't make predictions but rather creates its own content. They also explore the workings of Large Language Models. Oracle MyLearn: https://mylearn.oracle.com/ou/learning-path/become-an-oci-ai-foundations-associate-2023/127177 Oracle University Learning Community: https://education.oracle.com/ou-community LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/oracle-university/ X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/Oracle_Edu Special thanks to Arijit Ghosh, David Wright, and the OU Studio Team for helping us create this episode. --------------------------------------------------------- Episode Transcript: 00:00 The world of artificial intelligence is vast and everchanging. And with all the buzz around it lately, we figured it was the perfect time to revisit our AI Made Easy series. Join us over the next few weeks as we chat about all things AI, helping you to discover its endless possibilities. Ready to dive in? Let's go! 00:33 Welcome to the Oracle University Podcast, the first stop on your cloud journey. During this series of informative podcasts, we'll bring you foundational training on the most popular Oracle technologies. Let's get started! 00:46 Lois: Hello and welcome to the Oracle University Podcast. I'm Lois Houston, Director of Innovation Programs with Oracle University, and with me is Nikita Abraham, Principal Technical Editor. Nikita: Hi everyone! In our last episode, we went over the basics of deep learning. Today, we'll look at generative AI and large language models, and discuss how they work. To help us with that, we have Himanshu Raj, Senior Instructor on AI/ML. So, let's jump right in. Hi Himanshu, what is generative AI? 01:21 Himanshu: Generative AI refers to a type of AI that can create new content. It is a subset of deep learning, where the models are trained not to make predictions but rather to generate output on their own. Think of generative AI as an artist who looks at a lot of paintings and learns the patterns and styles present in them. Once it has learned these patterns, it can generate new paintings that resembles what it learned. 01:48 Lois: Let's take an example to understand this better. Suppose we want to train a generative AI model to draw a dog. How would we achieve this? Himanshu: You would start by giving it a lot of pictures of dogs to learn from. The AI does not know anything about what a dog looks like. But by looking at these pictures, it starts to figure out common patterns and features, like dogs often have pointy ears, narrow faces, whiskers, etc. You can then ask it to draw a new picture of a dog. The AI will use the patterns it learned to generate a picture that hopefully looks like a dog. But remember, the AI is not copying any of the pictures it has seen before but creating a new image based on the patterns it has learned. This is the basic idea behind generative AI. In practice, the process involves a lot of complex maths and computation, and there are different techniques and architectures that can be used, such as variational autoencoders (VAs) and Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs). 02:48 Nikita: Himanshu, where is generative AI used in the real world? Himanshu: Generative AI models have a wide variety of applications across numerous domains. For the image generation, generative models like GANs are used to generate realistic images. They can be used for tasks, like creating artwork, synthesizing images of human faces, or transforming sketches into photorealistic images. For text generation, large language models like GPT 3, which are generative in nature, can create human-like text. This has applications in content creation, like writing articles, generating ideas, and again, conversational AI, like chat bots, customer service agents. They are also used in programming for code generation and debugging, and much more. For music generation, generative AI models can also be used. They create new pieces of music after being trained on a specific style or collection of tunes. A famous example is OpenAI's MuseNet. 03:42 Lois: You mentioned large language models in the context of text-based generative AI. So, let's talk a little more about it. Himanshu, what exactly are large language models? Himanshu: LLMs are a type of artificial intelligence models built to understand, generate, and process human language at a massive scale. They were primarily designed for sequence to sequence tasks such as machine translation, where an input sequence is transformed into an output sequence. LLMs can be used to translate text from one language to another. For example, an LLM could be used to translate English text into French. To do this job, LLM is trained on a massive data set of text and code which allows it to learn the patterns and relationships that exist between different languages. The LLM translates, “How are you?” from English to French, “Comment allez-vous?” It can also answer questions like, what is the capital of France? And it would answer the capital of France is Paris. And it will write an essay on a given topic. For example, write an essay on French Revolution, and it will come up with a response like with a title and introduction. 04:53 Lois: And how do LLMs actually work? Himanshu: So, LLM models are typically based on deep learning architectures such as transformers. They are also trained on vast amount of text data to learn language patterns and relationships, again, with a massive number of parameters usually in order of millions or even billions. LLMs have also the ability to comprehend and understand natural language text at a semantic level. They can grasp context, infer meaning, and identify relationships between words and phrases. 05:26 Nikita: What are the most important factors for a large language model? Himanshu: Model size and parameters are crucial aspects of large language models and other deep learning models. They significantly impact the model's capabilities, performance, and resource requirement. So, what is model size? The model size refers to the amount of memory required to store the model's parameter and other data structures. Larger model sizes generally led to better performance as they can capture more complex patterns and representation from the data. The parameters are the numerical values of the model that change as it learns to minimize the model's error on the given task. In the context of LLMs, parameters refer to the weights and biases of the model's transformer layers. Parameters are usually measured in terms of millions or billions. For example, GPT-3, one of the largest LLMs to date, has 175 billion parameters making it extremely powerful in language understanding and generation. Tokens represent the individual units into which a piece of text is divided during the processing by the model. In natural language, tokens are usually words, subwords, or characters. Some models have a maximum token limit that they can process and longer text can may require truncation or splitting. Again, balancing model size, parameters, and token handling is crucial when working with LLMs. 06:49 Nikita: But what's so great about LLMs? Himanshu: Large language models can understand and interpret human language more accurately and contextually. They can comprehend complex sentence structures, nuances, and word meanings, enabling them to provide more accurate and relevant responses to user queries. This model can generate human-like text that is coherent and contextually appropriate. This capability is valuable for context creation, automated writing, and generating personalized response in applications like chatbots and virtual assistants. They can perform a variety of tasks. Large language models are very versatile and adaptable to various industries. They can be customized to excel in applications such as language translation, sentiment analysis, code generation, and much more. LLMs can handle multiple languages making them valuable for cross-lingual tasks like translation, sentiment analysis, and understanding diverse global content. Large language models can be again, fine-tuned for a specific task using a minimal amount of domain data. The efficiency of LLMs usually grows with more data and parameters. 07:55 Lois: You mentioned the “sequence to sequence tasks” earlier. Can you explain the concept in simple terms for us? Himanshu: Understanding language is difficult for computers and AI systems. The reason being that words often have meanings based on context. Consider a sentence such as Jane threw the frisbee, and her dog fetched it. In this sentence, there are a few things that relate to each other. Jane is doing the throwing. The dog is doing the fetching. And it refers to the frisbee. Suppose we are looking at the word “it” in the sentence. As a human, we understand easily that “it” refers to the frisbee. But for a machine, it can be tricky. The goal in sequence problems is to find patterns, dependencies, or relationships within the data and make predictions, classification, or generate new sequences based on that understanding. 08:48 Lois: And where are sequence models mostly used? Himanshu: Some common example of sequence models includes natural language processing, which we call NLP, tasks such as machine translation, text generation sentiment analysis, language modeling involve dealing with sequences of words or characters. Speech recognition. Converting audio signals into text, involves working with sequences of phonemes or subword units to recognize spoken words. Music generation. Generating new music involves modeling musical sequences, nodes, and rhythms to create original compositions. Gesture recognition. Sequences of motion or hand gestures are used to interpret human movements for applications, such as sign language recognition or gesture-based interfaces. Time series analysis. In fields such as finance, economics, weather forecasting, and signal processing, time series data is used to predict future values, detect anomalies, and understand patterns in temporal data. 09:56 The Oracle University Learning Community is an excellent place to collaborate and learn with Oracle experts and fellow learners. Grow your skills, inspire innovation, and celebrate your successes. All your activities, from liking a post to answering questions and sharing with others, will help you earn a valuable reputation, badges, and ranks to be recognized in the community. Visit mylearn.oracle.com to get started. 10:23 Nikita: Welcome back! Himanshu, what would be the best way to solve those sequence problems you mentioned? Let's use the same sentence, “Jane threw the frisbee, and her dog fetched it” as an example. Himanshu: The solution is transformers. It's like model has a bird's eye view of the entire sentence and can see how all the words relate to each other. This allows it to understand the sentence as a whole instead of just a series of individual words. Transformers with their self-attention mechanism can look at all the words in the sentence at the same time and understand how they relate to each other. For example, transformer can simultaneously understand the connections between Jane and dog even though they are far apart in the sentence. 11:13 Nikita: But how? Himanshu: The answer is attention, which adds context to the text. Attention would notice dog comes after frisbee, fetched comes after dog, and it comes after fetched. Transformer does not look at it in isolation. Instead, it also pays attention to all the other words in the sentence at the same time. But considering all these connections, the model can figure out that “it” likely refers to the frisbee. The most famous current models that are emerging in natural language processing tasks consist of dozens of transformers or some of their variants, for example, GPT or Bert. 11:53 Lois: I was looking at the AI Foundations course on MyLearn and came across the terms “prompt engineering” and “fine tuning.” Can you shed some light on them? Himanshu: A prompt is the input or initial text provided to the model to elicit a specific response or behavior. So, this is something which you write or ask to a language model. Now, what is prompt engineering? So prompt engineering is the process of designing and formulating specific instructions or queries to interact with a large language model effectively. In the context of large language models, such as GPT 3 or Burt, prompts are the input text or questions given to the model to generate responses or perform specific tasks. The goal of prompt engineering is to ensure that the language model understands the user's intent correctly and provide accurate and relevant responses. 12:47 Nikita: That sounds easy enough, but fine tuning seems a bit more complex. Can you explain it with an example? Himanshu: Imagine you have a versatile recipe robot named chef bot. Suppose that chef bot is designed to create delicious recipes for any dish you desire. Chef bot recognizes the prompt as a request for a pizza recipe, and it knows exactly what to do. However, if you want chef bot to be an expert in a particular type of cuisine, such as Italian dishes, you fine-tune chef bot for Italian cuisine by immersing it in a culinary crash course filled with Italian cookbooks, traditional Italian recipes, and even Italian cooking shows. During this process, chef bot becomes more specialized in creating authentic Italian recipes, and this option is called fine tuning. LLMs are general purpose models that are pre-trained on large data sets but are often fine-tuned to address specific use cases. When you combine prompt engineering and fine tuning, and you get a culinary wizard in chef bot, a recipe robot that is not only great at understanding specific dish requests but also capable of following a specific dish requests and even mastering the art of cooking in a particular culinary style. 14:08 Lois: Great! Now that we've spoken about all the major components, can you walk us through the life cycle of a large language model? Himanshu: The life cycle of a Large Language Model, LLM, involves several stages, from its initial pre-training to its deployment and ongoing refinement. The first of this lifecycle is pre-training. The LLM is initially pre-trained on a large corpus of text data from the internet. During pre-training, the model learns grammar, facts, reasoning abilities, and general language understanding. The model predicts the next word in a sentence given the previous words, which helps it capture relationships between words and the structure of language. The second phase is fine tuning initialization. After pre-training, the model's weights are initialized, and it's ready for task-specific fine tuning. Fine tuning can involve supervised learning on labeled data for specific tasks, such as sentiment analysis, translation, or text generation. The model is fine-tuned on specific tasks using a smaller domain-specific data set. The weights from pre-training are updated based on the new data, making the model task aware and specialized. The next phase of the LLM life cycle is prompt engineering. So this phase craft effective prompts to guide the model's behavior in generating specific responses. Different prompt formulations, instructions, or context can be used to shape the output. 15:34 Nikita: Ok… we're with you so far. What's next? Himanshu: The next phase is evaluation and iteration. So models are evaluated using various metrics to access their performance on specific tasks. Iterative refinement involves adjusting model parameters, prompts, and fine tuning strategies to improve results. So as a part of this step, you also do few shot and one shot inference. If needed, you further fine tune the model with a small number of examples. Basically, few shot or a single example, one shot for new tasks or scenarios. Also, you do the bias mitigation and consider the ethical concerns. These biases and ethical concerns may arise in models output. You need to implement measures to ensure fairness in inclusivity and responsible use. 16:28 Himanshu: The next phase in LLM life cycle is deployment. Once the model has been fine-tuned and evaluated, it is deployed for real world applications. Deployed models can perform tasks, such as text generation, translation, summarization, and much more. You also perform monitoring and maintenance in this phase. So you continuously monitor the model's performance and output to ensure it aligns with desired outcomes. You also periodically update and retrain the model to incorporate new data and to adapt to evolving language patterns. This overall life cycle can also consist of a feedback loop, whether you gather feedbacks from users and incorporate it into the model's improvement process. You use this feedback to further refine prompts, fine tuning, and overall model behavior. RLHF, which is Reinforcement Learning with Human Feedback, is a very good example of this feedback loop. You also research and innovate as a part of this life cycle, where you continue to research and develop new techniques to enhance the model capability and address different challenges associated with it. 17:40 Nikita: As we're talking about the LLM life cycle, I see that fine tuning is not only about making an LLM task specific. So, what are some other reasons you would fine tune an LLM model? Himanshu: The first one is task-specific adaptation. Pre-trained language models are trained on extensive and diverse data sets and have good general language understanding. They excel in language generation and comprehension tasks, though the broad understanding of language may not lead to optimal performance in specific task. These models are not task specific. So the solution is fine tuning. The fine tuning process customizes the pre-trained models for a specific task by further training on task-specific data to adapt the model's knowledge. The second reason is domain-specific vocabulary. Pre-trained models might lack knowledge of specific words and phrases essential for certain tasks in fields, such as legal, medical, finance, and technical domains. This can limit their performance when applied to domain-specific data. Fine tuning enables the model to adapt and learn domain-specific words and phrases. These words could be, again, from different domains. 18:56 Himanshu: The third reason to fine tune is efficiency and resource utilization. So fine tuning is computationally efficient compared to training from scratch. Fine tuning reuses the knowledge from pre-trained models, saving time and resources. Fine tuning requires fewer iterations to achieve task-specific competence. Shorter training cycles expedite the model development process. It conserves computational resources, such as GPU memory and processing power. Fine tuning is efficient in quicker model deployment. It has faster time to production for real world applications. Fine tuning is, again, scalable, enabling adaptation to various tasks with the same base model, which further reduce resource demands, and it leads to cost saving for research and development. The fourth reason to fine tune is of ethical concerns. Pre-trained models learns from diverse data. And those potentially inherit different biases. Fine tune might not completely eliminate biases. But careful curation of task-specific data ensures avoiding biased or harmful vocabulary. The responsible uses of domain-specific terms promotes ethical AI applications. 20:14 Lois: Thank you so much, Himanshu, for spending time with us. We had such a great time learning from you. If you want to learn more about the topics discussed today, head over to mylearn.oracle.com and get started on our free AI Foundations course. Nikita: Yeah, we even have a detailed walkthrough of the architecture of transformers that you might want to check out. Join us next week for a discussion on the OCI AI Portfolio. Until then, this is Nikita Abraham… Lois: And Lois Houston signing off! 20:44 That's all for this episode of the Oracle University Podcast. If you enjoyed listening, please click Subscribe to get all the latest episodes. 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Follow our show wherever you get your podcasts: https://link.chtbl.com/JoH0AMKR Ever wondered what makes some attending physicians unforgettable mentors? I had the pleasure of delving into the intricacies of medical education with my esteemed colleagues, Winfred Frazier MD and Arthi Chawla MD. Dr. Arthi Chawla, MD is a family medicine specialist in Rochester, NY, and a Senior Instructor in Family Medicine. She is affiliated with medical facilities Highland Hospital and Strong Memorial Hospital. Having completed her residency and a faculty development fellowship in Pittsburgh, she now shapes the minds of residents in western New York. Dr. Chawla emphasizes the importance of a supportive and nurturing environment, where residents can evolve into skilled physicians who practice with both competence and compassion. Her approach to teaching is a testament to the profound influence educators have on the future of healthcare. Dr. Winfred Frazier is a seasoned family medicine physician from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He is a Medical Director at New Kensington Family Health Center; Associate Program Director, Family Medicine Residency Program. Dr. Frazier shared his journey of teaching residents and medical students. His enthusiasm for mentoring the next generation of physicians is palpable as he recounts the fulfillment he derives from witnessing the growth and development of his learners. Together with Dr. Frazier and Dr. Chawla, we uncovered the eight golden rules that can transform your teaching style. Imagine impacting patient outcomes simply by refining how you guide the next generation of doctors. "I've had amazing teachers in my life; I can still remember my third-grade teacher telling me, 'You're doing great, you can do this.' So I've had these mentors in my life, and I just really want to give back." - Winfred Frazier MD "One of the things that has always been really important to me is being approachable and creating a supportive learning environment that's not traumatic and not scary for the learner." - Arthi Chawla MD Episode highlights: The joy of teaching: Insights from dr. Winfred Frazier Fostering growth: Dr. Arthi chawla's vision The eight golden rules of precepting The power of feedback and trust Recognizing learning styles and the need for educator training Resources: One Minute Mindfulness Training: https://www.thehappymdacademy.com/store/x4u6NP4i Watch this episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/8gjkeaMFK7Y Learn more about Dr. Dike and The Happy MD: https://linktr.ee/dikedrummond Contact Dr. Drummond Email: support@thehappymd.com Phone: 206-430-1905 Web contact form: https://www.thehappymd.com/contact We would love to hear your feedback. Send us your review on Apple Podcasts, iTunes, or in other directories through this link: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/physicians-on-purpose-1546320
On today's Coffee with Rich, we will be joined by Mike Seeklander. Currently Mike Seeklander is owner of Shooting-Performance LLC (www.shooting-performance.com), a full service training company and the American Warrior Society. Mike is also the co-host of The Best Defense, the Outdoor channels leading firearm instructional show. Previously, Mike was Chief Operating Officer, Director of Training and a Senior Instructor at the U.S. Shooting Academy in Tulsa, Ok. He was directly responsible for the development of all U.S.S.A. training programs. Prior to that as an employee of the Federal Government, Mike has served as the Branch Chief and Lead Instructor for the Firearms division with the Federal Air Marshal Service as well as a Senior Instructor at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC). He has extensive formal training and experience in all phases of military and law enforcement training. Mike is a highly sought after tactical and competitive trainer and a high level performer on the competition handgun circuit. Currently a nationally ranked competitor on the practical handgun competition circuit, Seeklander has authored/produced instructional books, DVD's and has developed hundreds of lesson plans specifically related to basic and advanced firearms training. As a local law enforcement officer with the Knox County Sherriff's Department as well as the Knoxville Police Department mike worked in corrections as well as patrol and with the Organized Crime division. In 1990 Mike joined the United States Marine Corps and was trained as an Intelligence Specialist with Top Secret clearance. Mike is a combat veteran of Desert Storm/Shield (Gulf war 1). He holds secondary MOS's of Combat Engineer and Primary Marksmanship Instructor. Mike is the recipient of numerous awards and honors in the law enforcement community, and as a semi-professional shooter. Coffee with Rich Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/rhodieusmc/videos American Warrior Show: https://americanwarriorshow.com/index.html SWAG: https://shop.americanwarriorsociety.com/ American Warrior Society please visit:
Does it seem like every parent thinks their child is "gifted"? Well, they might be right! Even if the grades don't show it. Gina went on location and visited the Roeper School, an institution for gifted students in the Detroit area to interview Head of School Christopher Federico. Christopher comes to Roeper from Toronto, having previously served as Head of Academics and Upper School at Bayview Glen and as Director of Curriculum, Research, and Uni Partnerships at the University of Toronto Schools. Fun fact. Or serious fact. Christopher has been a member of the Canadian Army Reserve since 1991 now serves as the Senior Instructor at the Canadian Army Command and Staff College in Kingston, Ontario. Follow us at @artic.ulating on IG for more of Articulating!
Get your Challenge Coin! https://train.americanwarriorsociety.com/home On today's Coffee with Rich, we will be joined by The Mike Seeklander for a tour of the American Warrior Society Training Vault. Currently Mike Seeklander is owner of Shooting-Performance LLC (www.shooting-performance.com), a full service training company and the American Warrior Society. Mike is also the co-host of The Best Defense, the Outdoor channels leading firearm instructional show. Previously, Mike was Chief Operating Officer, Director of Training and a Senior Instructor at the U.S. Shooting Academy in Tulsa, Ok. He was directly responsible for the development of all U.S.S.A. training programs. Prior to that as an employee of the Federal Government, Mike has served as the Branch Chief and Lead Instructor for the Firearms division with the Federal Air Marshal Service as well as a Senior Instructor at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC). He has extensive formal training and experience in all phases of military and law enforcement training. Mike is a highly sought after tactical and competitive trainer and a high level performer on the competition handgun circuit. Currently a nationally ranked competitor on the practical handgun competition circuit, Seeklander has authored/produced instructional books, DVD's and has developed hundreds of lesson plans specifically related to basic and advanced firearms training. As a local law enforcement officer with the Knox County Sherriff's Department as well as the Knoxville Police Department mike worked in corrections as well as patrol and with the Organized Crime division. In 1990 Mike joined the United States Marine Corps and was trained as an Intelligence Specialist with Top Secret clearance. Mike is a combat veteran of Desert Storm/Shield (Gulf war 1). He holds secondary MOS's of Combat Engineer and Primary Marksmanship Instructor. Mike is the recipient of numerous awards and honors in the law enforcement community, and as a semi-professional shooter. Coffee with Rich Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/rhodieusmc/videos American Warrior Show: https://americanwarriorshow.com/index.html SWAG: https://shop.americanwarriorsociety.com/
Danny Lane Retired US Marine, Cop, Senior Instructor Chuck Norris Interview The legendary Danny Lane in conversation with Mick Tully reveals; What is the World Bushido Federation? How did he become involved? What is the aim of the organisation? Is it an elite Oscars of the martial arts? How will it promote martial arts? What is his background? How did he raise himself as a child? How did he survive becoming homeless at 14yrs age? Why did he join the Marine Corps? Where was he deployed in Vietnam? How many times was he wounded in combat? Did he go from basic training to 90 days in combat in Danang, Vietnam? How did he become a cop after the US Marines? What happened to him after contracting malaria in Vietnam? How did he function post Vietnam and as a policeman? Did martial arts help him deal with PTSD? How did he recover from medical heart issues? How did the Marine's Hand to Hand Combat training help him in a knife fight with a Vietcong? Did a chance encounter with a Korean in a pizza shop lead to Taekwondo? Did he become a professional kickboxer? How did he build a martial arts studio? How did he meet and train with Chuck Norris, and become a senior instructor? Did Chuck Norris become his business associate and friend? Did he train at the same time with Jean Claude Van Damme and Chuck Norris? How did overcome a heart attack? Why did he start writing about his Vietnam combat experience, and being a cop on the streets? How does God manifest in his life? Danny Lane books and other material can be found here; https://dannylane.company.site/ Mick Tully runs MKG Coventry. “You don't get to pick what bad things happen to you” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
David Lau is an accomplished leader and serves as a Senior Instructor with the FLETC Leadership Institute. He is a combat veteran and regularly speaks on resilience, wellness, anti-fragility, and post traumatic growth. On this edition of This Is DesignIntelligence, he talks about his life changing deployment to Afghanistan, the examples of leadership that continue to influence him, and how a traumatic event can actually be a springboard to a deeper, richer, more fulfilling life.
Mike Seeklander and Rich Brown jump into Rifle Optic selection for Defensive Rifle use, including LE and MIL applicaitons. Also discussed is rifle optic set up, 1 power optic + magnifiers, and a ton more. Currently Mike Seeklander is owner of Shooting-Performance LLC (www.shooting-performance.com), a full service training company and the American Warrior Society. Mike is also the co-host of The Best Defense, the Outdoor channels leading firearm instructional show. Previously, Mike was Chief Operating Officer, Director of Training and a Senior Instructor at the U.S. Shooting Academy in Tulsa, Ok. He was directly responsible for the development of all U.S.S.A. training programs. Prior to that as an employee of the Federal Government, Mike has served as the Branch Chief and Lead Instructor for the Firearms division with the Federal Air Marshal Service as well as a Senior Instructor at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC). He has extensive formal training and experience in all phases of military and law enforcement training. Mike is a highly sought after tactical and competitive trainer and a high level performer on the competition handgun circuit. Currently a nationally ranked competitor on the practical handgun competition circuit, Seeklander has authored/produced instructional books, DVD's and has developed hundreds of lesson plans specifically related to basic and advanced firearms training. As a local law enforcement officer with the Knox County Sherriff's Department as well as the Knoxville Police Department mike worked in corrections as well as patrol and with the Organized Crime division. In 1990 Mike joined the United States Marine Corps and was trained as an Intelligence Specialist with Top Secret clearance. Mike is a combat veteran of Desert Storm/Shield (Gulf war 1). He holds secondary MOS's of Combat Engineer and Primary Marksmanship Instructor. Mike is the recipient of numerous awards and honors in the law enforcement community, and as a semi-professional shooter. Coffee with Rich Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/rhodieusmc/videos American Warrior Show: https://americanwarriorshow.com/index.html SWAG: https://shop.americanwarriorsociety.com/ American Warrior Society please visit: https://americanwarriorsociety.com/
Dean of Library and Cultural Resources Catherine Arsenault and Senior Instructor in the Health Sciences Paul MacDougall recall the early days of the College of Cape Breton.
The Museum Worker is a subseries of CAA Conversations about pathways to careers in museums, featuring candid conversations with professionals in the field. Museum workers share how they got where they are today, what they do, and the role of diversity, equity, access, and inclusion in day-to-day work, as well as hopes for the future of the field. In this episode, Lisa Abia-Smith, Erica Hubbard, and Nenette Luarca-Shoaf discuss challenges facing those working in museum education, engagement, and outreach, as well as their dedication to making museums more accessible. Lisa Abia-Smith is the Director of Education at the University of Oregon's Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art and Senior Instructor in the College of Design (School of Planning, Public Policy, and Management). Erica Hubbard is the Director of Chicago Programs at the Obama Foundation in Chicago. Nenette Luarca-Shoaf is the Managing Director for Learning and Engagement at the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art in Los Angeles. Erica Warren is a member of CAA's Museum Committee, former curator and currently assistant instructional professor in the Master of Arts Program in the Humanities at the University of Chicago.
EPISODE 100 | Conspirasphere Rising - A Talk w/Derek Arnold Guest: Derek Arnold, Senior Instructor at Villanova University, where he teaches a course on The Rhetoric of Conspiracy Theories The modern conspirasphere sort of starts with the assassination of JFK, and events in the two decades that follow help shape a growing trend toward conspiracy thinking in the United States. Mr. Arnold teaches his students all about this, and also offers guidance in how to construct a toolkit for analyzing conspiracy theories that they can take with them out into the world. This is our 100th episode! What a long, strange trip it's been. Thank you for your past support! Like what we do? Then buy us a beer or three via our page on Buy Me a Coffee. #ConspiracyClearinghouse #sharingiscaring #donations #support #buymeacoffee You can also SUBSCRIBE to this podcast. Review us here or on IMDb! SECTIONS 03:14 - 2012: A Beginning - Apocalyptic thinking creates some good stories, an overview of some motivations for belief 11:24 - JFK Kicks It Off - Liberals have deep distrust, conservatives hate Communism, both are fighting what they think is the "good fight", Flower Power on one side and Nixon on the other 21:17 - Post-Watergate - Conservatives search for a new Wallace, Reagan invents the soundbite 28:01 - Pop Culture Gets Weird - Woo rising, fantasy films succeed, things are getting better or worse (depending on your perspective) 29:58 - The New Age Movement Comes of Age - Faith replaces proof for some, volume becomes authority 33:05 - Four Tools for the Conspiracy Toolkit - Cui Bono, Occam's Razor, How Many People, Falsifiability Music by Fanette Ronjat More Info: Derek Arnold at Villanova University Villanova University Offers Course On Conspiracy Theories on CBS News Philadelphia From Bigfoot to JFK, Villanova Students Study Conspiracy Theories on Delco Today Villanova professor discusses conspiracies theories linked to the moon landing Why Princess Diana conspiracies refuse to die by Derek Arnold in The Conversation How Donald Trump Changed the Way College Students Learn About Conspiracy Theories in Time Magazine Conspiracy theory mentality on WHYY PBS radio “We sometimes just want to believe” - the theory behind conspiracy theories on KYW Newsradio Five Hidden Benefits of Gossip in Fast Company Follow us on social: Facebook Twitter Other Podcasts by Derek DeWitt DIGITAL SIGNAGE DONE RIGHT - Winner of a 2022 Gold Quill Award, 2022 Gold MarCom Award, 2021 AVA Digital Award Gold, 2021 Silver Davey Award, 2020 Communicator Award of Excellence, and on numerous top 10 podcast lists. PRAGUE TIMES - A city is more than just a location - it's a kaleidoscope of history, places, people and trends. This podcast looks at Prague, in the center of Europe, from a number of perspectives, including what it is now, what is has been and where it's going. It's Prague THEN, Prague NOW, Prague LATER
Dr. Robert Feirsen is currently associate professor and coordinator of the Educational Leadership Program at Manhattanville College. Previously, he was assistant professor and chair of the Education Department at New York Institute of Technology. A former SAANYS member, Dr. Feirsen enjoyed a distinguished career in P-12 schools. As a school building leader in Westchester and Nassau Counties, he served as an elementary school principal, a middle school assistant principal, and a middle school principal. At the central office level, he served as an assistant superintendent for curriculum and instruction, deputy superintendent, and superintendent of schools. Dr. Feirsen taught at the elementary, middle, and high school levels as a social studies and special education teacher in schools in New York City before moving into supervisory roles. Dr. Feirsen holds an Ed.D. from Fordham University.Dr. Feirsen's research interests include addressing organizational conflict, the school principal-school counselor relationship, principal and teacher retention, the relationship between psychological ownership and professional learning, college readiness, and the applications of design thinking. His research and other articles have been published in a number of academic journals, as well as Educational Leadership and Education Week. Dr. Feirsen has led workshops at such venues as ASCD, the American School Counselor Association (ASCA), the American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education (AACTE), and the American Educational Research Association (AERA). With Seth Weitzman, he has presented at national and statewide conferences including ASCD, the New York State Council of School Superintendents (NYSCOSS), and the New York Association of Colleges for Teacher Education (NYACTE). Seth Weitzman, he is also the co-author of From Conflict to Collaboration: A School Leader's Guide to Unleashing Conflict's Problem-Solving Power and How to Get the Teaching Job You Want.Dr. Seth Weitzman sat in a middle school principal's chair for 27 years in Nassau and Westchester counties. Leadership positions included co-president of the Mamaroneck administrators' union, president of the Nassau County, and later, the Westchester County Middle School Principals' Association, and a New York State Middle Level Liaison (a working group of principals representing every county and BOCES in New York State meeting with NYSED officials). Together with Dr. Robert Feirsen, he is co-author of two books: How to Get the Teaching Job You Want and From Conflict to Collaboration: A School Leader's Guide to Unleashing Conflict's Problem Solving Power. He is either author or co-author of a number of articles published in national education journals including Educational Leadership and American Middle Level Education Magazine.Drs. Feirsen and Weitzman have presented in numerous professional association conferences at the county, state and local levels (e.g. Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development, American Association of School Personnel Administrators, New York State Middle School Association, New York State Association of Teacher Educators) and graduate-level classes (Teachers College, Bank Street College of Education). He is currently a Senior Instructor in the Mercy College Educational Leadership Department. His 40-year education career began teaching elementary school and middle school in Connecticut and New York City. He holds an EdD from Teachers College, Columbia University.Questions to ask: Why did you write this book? Why is there conflict in schools? What is the impact of conflict in schools? Your book suggests leaning into conflict. Can you explain? How do school leaders typically respond to conflict? What strategies do you suggest to deal with conflict? Can you give us some examples of how this might work? Your book makes a connection with design thinking, which comes from the field of engineering. Can you explain? We're all aware of the political climate in many schools today. Does your book help? In today's episode, we discuss the topic of conflict. Rob and Seth describe how it keeps principals up at night, but can be harnessed for good when we address conflict instead of avoiding it or getting angry about it.The best way for listeners to reach out to Seth Weitzman and Robert Feirsen: info@teacheredge.net sethweitzman@yahoo.com robert.feirsen@mville.edu
Show Summary: On this Reality Roundtable, Nate is joined by small-scale farmer Jason Bradford, permaculturist and documentarian Andrew Millison, regenerative agriculture activist Vandana Shiva, and regenerative farmer and educator Daniel Zetah to discuss the feasibility of a food system fully or mostly independent of fossil fuel inputs. While a non-industrialized agriculture system is certainly possible (it was the norm for the majority of human history), what that will look like and how we even begin such a transition is daunting with a population of 8 billion humans to feed. How do we teach people the skills they'll need as fossil inputs become less affordable, reliable, and accessible? Can we create a cultural shift towards a slower lifestyle that is more connected to the land which provides us food? What do the people of a society look like where we are once again centered around agriculture and in tune with the flows of nature? How would our relationship with jobs and the land have to change? About Jason Bradford: Jason Bradford has been affiliated with Post Carbon Institute since 2004, first as a Fellow and then as Board President. He worked for the Center for Conservation and Sustainable Development at the Missouri Botanical Garden, was a Visiting Scholar at U.C. Davis, and during that period co-founded the Andes Biodiversity and Ecosystem Research Group (ABERG). He decided to shift from academia to learn more about and practice sustainable agriculture, and in the process, completed six months of training with Ecology Action (aka GrowBiointensive) in Willits, California, and then founded Brookside School Farm. About Andrew Millison: Andrew Millison is an innovative educator, storyteller and designer. He founded the Permaculture Design education program at Oregon State University (OSU) in 2009. At OSU Andrew serves as an Education Director and Senior Instructor who offers over 25 years of experience, and a playful approach to regenerative design. Andrew is also a documentary videographer who travels the world documenting epic permaculture projects in places such as India, Egypt, Mexico, Cuba, and throughout the US. You can view his videos and series on his YouTube channel. About Vandana Shiva Vandana Shiva is a well known activist, author of many books, and is a global champion on regenerative local agriculture, biodiversity and nutritious food. She has a PhD in physics and 40 years ago founded the Research Foundation for Science, Technology and Ecology, an independent research institute that works on the most significant ecological problems of our times. About Daniel Zetah: Daniel grew up on a farm in Minnesota where he learned to fix all manner of things driven from an insatiable curiosity about how things worked. He studied economics and business at university. After waking to our planetary predicament, he became a full time environmental activist, then moved to an off grid community in the mountains where he studied permaculture and built straw bale houses. He moved back to America to help steer culture in a more sane direction. He and his wife Stephanie moved back to the family farm in Minnesota where they are growing 80% of their calories, rebuilding the local ecology, and educating and empowering people to wrest back control of their sovereignty as human beings. For Show Notes and More visit: https://www.thegreatsimplification.com/episode/rr06-bradford-millison-shiva-zetah To watch this video episode on Youtube → https://youtu.be/lb2tJXopTJA
Lieutenant John Baysinger is a 26-year member of the Anderson Police Department.Lieutenant Baysinger was named Accreditation Manager in August of 2022 and has overseen the accreditation process for the Anderson Police Department since this time. He is a 1988 graduate of Madison-Heights High School in Anderson, Indiana and holds an Associate's Degree from Columbia Southern University.Prior to joining the Anderson Police Department, Lieutenant Baysinger joined the United States Marine Corps from 1988 to 1996. He has served as a Patrol Officer, Patrol Supervisor, Swat Team Operator as well as Swat Team Commander. Lieutenant Baysinger is also a certified Senior Instructor by the Indiana Law Enforcement Training Board and holds certifications with Force Science, and Taser International, as well as certifications in Defensive Tactics, ground fighting, and physical fitness. He has earned multiple commendations and awards throughout his 26-year career with the Anderson Police Department.In his off-duty time, he enjoys time with his wife, his 5 children, and with his 4 grandchildren and is also an avid camper, golfer, and fitness enthusiast.Lieutenant John Baysinger is currently assigned as the Training Coordinator for the Anderson Police Department. LINKS - Burnt Out Podcast: https://burntoutpodcast.orgProduced by MyPodcast.Media#marines #lawenforcement #police #policedepartment #patrolofficer #swatteam #andersonindiana #firstresponder #firstresponderwellness #mentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #civilservant #substanceusedisorder #recovery #recoveryispossible
On today's Coffee with Rich, we will be joined by The Mike Seeklander. Currently Mike Seeklander is owner of Shooting-Performance LLC (www.shooting-performance.com), a full service training company and the American Warrior Society. Mike is also the co-host of The Best Defense, the Outdoor channels leading firearm instructional show. Previously, mike was Chief Operating Officer, Director of Training and a Senior Instructor at the U.S. Shooting Academy in Tulsa, Ok. He was directly responsible for the development of all U.S.S.A. training programs. Prior to that as an employee of the Federal Government, Mike has served as the Branch Chief and Lead Instructor for the Firearms division with the Federal Air Marshal Service as well as a Senior Instructor at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC). He has extensive formal training and experience in all phases of military and law enforcement training. Mike is a highly sought after tactical and competitive trainer and a high level performer on the competition handgun circuit. Currently a nationally ranked competitor on the practical handgun competition circuit, Seeklander has authored/produced instructional books, DVD's and has developed hundreds of lesson plans specifically related to basic and advanced firearms training. As a local law enforcement officer with the Knox County Sherriff's Department as well as the Knoxville Police Department mike worked in corrections as well as patrol and with the Organized Crime division. In 1990 Mike joined the United States Marine Corps and was trained as an Intelligence Specialist with Top Secret clearance. Mike is a combat veteran of Desert Storm/Shield (Gulf war 1). He holds secondary MOS's of Combat Engineer and Primary Marksmanship Instructor. Mike is the recipient of numerous awards and honors in the law enforcement community, and as a semi-professional shooter. Coffee with Rich Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/rhodieusmc/videos American Warrior Show: https://americanwarriorshow.com/index.html SWAG: https://shop.americanwarriorsociety.com/ American Warrior Society please visit: https://americanwarriorsociety.com/
On today's Coffee with Rich, we will be joined by The Mike Seeklander. Currently Mike Seeklander is owner of Shooting-Performance LLC (www.shooting-performance.com), a full service training company and the American Warrior Society. Mike is also the co-host of The Best Defense, the Outdoor channels leading firearm instructional show. Previously, mike was Chief Operating Officer, Director of Training and a Senior Instructor at the U.S. Shooting Academy in Tulsa, Ok. He was directly responsible for the development of all U.S.S.A. training programs. Prior to that as an employee of the Federal Government, Mike has served as the Branch Chief and Lead Instructor for the Firearms division with the Federal Air Marshal Service as well as a Senior Instructor at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC). He has extensive formal training and experience in all phases of military and law enforcement training. Mike is a highly sought after tactical and competitive trainer and a high level performer on the competition handgun circuit. Currently a nationally ranked competitor on the practical handgun competition circuit, Seeklander has authored/produced instructional books, DVD's and has developed hundreds of lesson plans specifically related to basic and advanced firearms training. As a local law enforcement officer with the Knox County Sherriff's Department as well as the Knoxville Police Department mike worked in corrections as well as patrol and with the Organized Crime division. In 1990 Mike joined the United States Marine Corps and was trained as an Intelligence Specialist with Top Secret clearance. Mike is a combat veteran of Desert Storm/Shield (Gulf war 1). He holds secondary MOS's of Combat Engineer and Primary Marksmanship Instructor. Mike is the recipient of numerous awards and honors in the law enforcement community, and as a semi-professional shooter. Coffee with Rich Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/rhodieusmc/videos American Warrior Show: https://americanwarriorshow.com/index.html SWAG: https://shop.americanwarriorsociety.com/ American Warrior Society please visit: https://americanwarriorsociety.com/
On today's Coffee with Rich, we will be joined by The Mike Seeklander. Currently Mike Seeklander is owner of Shooting-Performance LLC (www.shooting-performance.com), a full service training company and the American Warrior Society. Mike is also the co-host of The Best Defense, the Outdoor channels leading firearm instructional show. Previously, mike was Chief Operating Officer, Director of Training and a Senior Instructor at the U.S. Shooting Academy in Tulsa, Ok. He was directly responsible for the development of all U.S.S.A. training programs. Prior to that as an employee of the Federal Government, Mike has served as the Branch Chief and Lead Instructor for the Firearms division with the Federal Air Marshal Service as well as a Senior Instructor at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC). He has extensive formal training and experience in all phases of military and law enforcement training. Mike is a highly sought after tactical and competitive trainer and a high level performer on the competition handgun circuit. Currently a nationally ranked competitor on the practical handgun competition circuit, Seeklander has authored/produced instructional books, DVD's and has developed hundreds of lesson plans specifically related to basic and advanced firearms training. As a local law enforcement officer with the Knox County Sherriff's Department as well as the Knoxville Police Department mike worked in corrections as well as patrol and with the Organized Crime division. In 1990 Mike joined the United States Marine Corps and was trained as an Intelligence Specialist with Top Secret clearance. Mike is a combat veteran of Desert Storm/Shield (Gulf war He holds secondary MOS's of Combat Engineer and Primary Marksmanship Instructor. Mike is the recipient of numerous awards and honors in the law enforcement community, and as a semi-professional shooter. LiveFire App: https://www.teamlivefire.com/ American Warrior Show: https://americanwarriorshow.com/index.html SWAG: https://shop.americanwarriorsociety.com/ American Warrior Society please visit: https://americanwarriorsociety.com/
Justin is a retired business executive. Currently he is Senior Instructor at the Mattson Academy of Karate He was a part of the early 70's movie “Super Weapon” and has been studying martial artsfor over 50 years. He enjoys exercise and fitness and is involved in pilates and yoga. He loves spending time with his ... Justin Testa – Uechi-Ryu – Ep131
In a world where the commercial real estate landscape is complex and ever-changing, Bo Barron, CEO of Barron Commercial Group, serves as a trusted guide. Bo understands clients' challenges and opportunities when navigating commercial real estate decisions. As a third-generation leader in the industry, former Marine, and Senior Instructor with The CCIM Institute, Bo is on a mission to empower investors, owners, and those seeking to learn more about commercial real estate. Listen to the podcast now to hear Bo's journey from Marine to CCIM Designee and how his past has shaped him into the industry leader he is today.
Get your Challenge Coin! https://train.americanwarriorsociety.com/home Rich's Book, "On Violence and Varietals" (Use Discount Code: "AWS") https://www.therichbrown.com Rich's Book, "On Violence and Varietals," on Amazon! https://a.co/d/g7STwy9 Listen to the American Warrior Show: https://americanwarriorshow.com/index.html Rich Brown is the Co-Host of America's leading Self-Defense podcast, the American Warrior Show. On today's Coffee with Rich, we will be joined by The Mike Seeklander. Currently Mike Seeklander is owner of Shooting-Performance LLC (www.shooting-performance.com), a full service training company and the American Warrior Society. Mike is also the co-host of The Best Defense, the Outdoor channels leading firearm instructional show. Previously, mike was Chief Operating Officer, Director of Training and a Senior Instructor at the U.S. Shooting Academy in Tulsa, Ok. He was directly responsible for the development of all U.S.S.A. training programs. Prior to that as an employee of the Federal Government, Mike has served as the Branch Chief and Lead Instructor for the Firearms division with the Federal Air Marshal Service as well as a Senior Instructor at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC). He has extensive formal training and experience in all phases of military and law enforcement training. Mike is a highly sought after tactical and competitive trainer and a high level performer on the competition handgun circuit. Currently a nationally ranked competitor on the practical handgun competition circuit, Seeklander has authored/produced instructional books, DVD's and has developed hundreds of lesson plans specifically related to basic and advanced firearms training. As a local law enforcement officer with the Knox County Sherriff's Department as well as the Knoxville Police Department mike worked in corrections as well as patrol and with the Organized Crime division. In 1990 Mike joined the United States Marine Corps and was trained as an Intelligence Specialist with Top Secret clearance. Mike is a combat veteran of Desert Storm/Shield (Gulf war 1). He holds secondary MOS's of Combat Engineer and Primary Marksmanship Instructor. Mike is the recipient of numerous awards and honors in the law enforcement community, and as a semi-professional shooter.
Now that summer is well underway, we speak to to Manhattan Kayak's Senior Instructor and General Manager, Jay Cartagena, on fun ways to do water sports in the city. Plus, we take calls from listeners.
In this episode, we talk with Dr. Robert Feirsen and Dr. Seth Weitzman about their new book From Conflict to Collaboration: A School Leader's Guide to Unleashing Conflict's Problem-Solving Power.We talk about how to avoid conflict, the three A's to approach conflict, and much more.About the GuestsDr. Robert Feirsen is currently an associate professor and coordinator of the Educational Leadership Program at Manhattanville College. Previously, he was assistant professor and chair of the Education Department at the New York Institute of Technology. A former SAANYS member, Dr. Feirsen enjoyed a distinguished career in P-12 schools. As a school building leader in Westchester and Nassau Counties, he served as an elementary school principal, a middle school assistant principal, and a middle school principal. At the central office level, he served as an assistant superintendent for curriculum and instruction, deputy superintendent, and superintendent of schools. Dr. Feirsen taught at the elementary, middle, and high school levels as a social studies and special education teacher in schools in New York City before moving into supervisory roles. Dr. Feirsen holds an Ed.D. from Fordham University. Dr. Feirsen's research interests include addressing organizational conflict, the school principal-school counselor relationship, principal and teacher retention, the relationship between psychological ownership and professional learning, college readiness, and the applications of design thinking. His research and other articles have been published in a number of academic journals, as well as Educational Leadership and Education Week. Dr. Feirsen has led workshops at such venues as ASCD, the American School Counselor Association (ASCA), the American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education (AACTE), and the American Educational Research Association (AERA). With Seth Weitzman, he has presented at national and statewide conferences including ASCD, the New York State Council of School Superintendents (NYSCOSS), and the New York Association of Colleges for Teacher Education (NYACTE). Seth Weitzman is also the co-author of From Conflict to Collaboration: A School Leader's Guide to Unleashing Conflict's Problem-Solving Power and How to Get the Teaching Job You Want.Dr. Seth Weitzman sat in a middle school principal's chair for 27 years in Nassau and Westchester counties. Leadership positions included co-president of the Mamaroneck administrators' union, president of the Nassau County, and later, the Westchester County Middle School Principals' Association, and a New York State Middle-Level Liaison (a working group of principals representing every county and BOCES in New York State meeting with NYSED officials). Together with Dr. Robert Feirsen, he is the co-author of two books: How to Get the Teaching Job You Want and From Conflict to Collaboration: A School Leader's Guide to Unleashing Conflict's Problem-Solving Power. He is either author or co-author of a number of articles published in national education journals including Educational Leadership and American Middle-Level Education Magazine. Drs. Feirsen and Weitzman have presented in numerous professional association conferences at the county, state, and local levels (e.g. Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development, American Association of School Personnel Administrators, New York State Middle School Association, New York State Association of Teacher Educators) and graduate-level classes (Teachers College, Bank Street College of Education). He is currently Senior Instructor in the Mercy College Educational Leadership Department. His 40-year education career began teaching elementary school and middle school in Connecticut and New York City. He holds an EdD from Teachers College, Columbia University. We're so grateful to our sponsor AI Coach by Edthena. AI Coach enables your teachers to go through coaching cycles based on their own needs. The virtual coach guides teachers to reflect on their teaching, set a goal, and create an action plan… all based on gathering classroom evidence. It gives support between PD days and other coaching cycles.Get a free trial for your teachers here.
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