Podcasts about small cities

In this episode of the Develop This podcast, Dennis Fraise and Betsey Suchanic explore strategies for ensuring that economic development reaches every corner of a community. They discuss the various programs offered by the New Growth Innovation Network (NGIN), including the LEAP program, which is an all-expense paid professional development experience for economic and community leaders from smaller cities (up to 500,000) to learn from other small and midsized cities that are paving the way through collaboration and innovation. Applications for LEAP are open now and close March 10, 2025. Apply now at newgrowth.org/leap!   They also talk about NGIN's Economic Inclusion Incubator, which provides technical assistance for project implementation; and the Cityscapes Summit, NGIN's biennial national gathering for city leaders. The conversation emphasizes the need for cross-sector collaboration and the significance of building relationships in economic development. Takeaways LEAP stands for Learn, Explore, Activate in Place. The LEAP program helps cities learn from each other. Cross-sector collaboration is crucial for economic development. The Economic Inclusion Incubator supports project implementation. Cityscape Summit gathers leaders from small and mid-sized cities. Building relationships is key in economic development. The LEAP program is an entry point for cities. The Economic Inclusion Incubator offers 12 months of support.                          

Unlock incredible real estate opportunities before they become mainstream! This episode dives into five overlooked cities ready to double home values by 2027, featuring key insights on infrastructure projects, corporate moves, and the Silicon Valley spillover effect. Learn about emerging hotspots like Kyle, Texas, with its booming tech corridor, Gallatin, Tennessee, a dark horse with a 500-million-dollar manufacturing hub, and Buckeye, Arizona, poised for massive growth with a new I-11 highway. Discover Wendell, North Carolina's robotics campus and Little Elm, Texas' lakefront transformation. Don't miss out on these game-changing investment tips and the tools you need to capitalize on them now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this Develop This episode, Dennis Fraise speaks with Betsey Suchanic from New Growth Innovation Network (NGIN) about how Small and Midsized Cities (SMCs) are key players in driving economic growth. They discuss how these cities are uniquely positioned to innovate and implement effective economic strategies, the significance of cross-sector partnerships, the need for new metrics in economic development, and the role of procurement and access to capital in fostering economic opportunity for all. Betsey shares insights on NGIN's various programs and initiatives, including the LEAP program— an immersive learning trip for economic and community leaders from smaller cities (up to 500,000 residents).   Applications are open now until March 10th at newgrowth.org/leap.    Takeaways Small and mid-sized cities are often overlooked in economic discussions. These cities can innovate and pivot more easily than larger ones. Cross-sector partnerships are essential for effective economic development. Traditional metrics in economic development need to evolve. Inclusive procurement can significantly impact local economies. Access to capital is crucial for supporting small businesses. Community engagement is vital for successful economic initiatives. Learning from other cities can inspire new ideas and solutions. Breaking down silos can enhance collaboration and effectiveness. Programs like LEAP and the Economic Inclusion Incubator provide valuable support.

Jeremy Kronick co-authored a report saying one approach to making housing more affordable is by investing in smaller cities in order to encourage population growth. He talked about what that could look like for this province.

In this episode, our host, Plamen Ivanov, welcomes Norman Musengimana, the Business Development Manager of Kingston Economic Development Corporation, to discuss best practices for building a startup ecosystem in a small city. The Canadian city of Kingston, with a population of less than 500,000, serves as an inspiring example, demonstrating how such challenges can be overcome to rank your city in the top 15% of 1,310 startup ecosystems. StartupBlink is the startup ecosystem map and research center, working with more than 100 government entities. Its global startup ecosystem map has hundreds of thousands of registered startups,

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Work, dating, socializing, buying a home… All that adulting can be suffocating, right? But for those who have "escaped", is it an act of fear or courage? And when we do break free, where do we go from there? For those who left the big city for a smaller one, what now? / Motivational Monday (18:56)! On the show: Heyang, Steve Hatherly & Fei Fei

¡Bienvenidos jugadores! Hoy nos toca un On The Road fresco donde aprovechamos una escapada al hermoso municipio de Candelaria para hablar de Small City Deluxe, la campaña del Onoda, Conservas, Small City Deluxe y la Cuarentena Planetaria que los White Dragon ya parece que quieren levantar. ¡Al lío!

Last month, India's second largest automaker – Hyundai –  went public. But this was not your run of the mill IPO. This was widely speculated to be the largest public listing ever seen in the Indian stock market. So there was naturally a lot of hype around it. But on October 17, just hours before Hyundai's public issue was set to close, most stock market circles across the country were stumped. There was a growing sense of disbelief. Panic even. Because only half of the nearly Rs 28,000 crore offer had been subscribed until then. This was a far cry from the 90 per cent threshold that had to be crossed. The IPO eventually had a pretty listless listing on October 22. Despite all that hype. Now naturally, that left a lot of people wondering what could have gone wrong? What prompted so many retail investors to keep away from the Hyundai IPO? Well, a lot of it had to do with what transpired in Rajkot in the run-up to issue. This isn't just about Hyundai. This small city in Gujarat has a big role to play in India's IPO market. Tune in. We are hosting our first live recording! If you are in your 20s, like to run or just enjoy meeting new people, sign up for The Ken X 56 Run Club. This is for our Bengaluru-based listeners only. 

On Friday's show: As voters contemplate a school bond and battles over public education focus on resources and curriculum, there's a more fundamental challenge schools face -- too many students not showing up to class. Producer Celeste Diaz Schurman talks with HISD Superintendent Mike Miles about the impact of chronic absenteeism at Houston-area schools.Also this hour: The Texans lost last night...to the Jets? We talk about it with Jeff Balke, who co-hosts the Bleav in Astros podcast and writes for Houston Press.Then, from many HISD middle and high schools scrapping their Halloween celebrations after new guidance from the district, to Port Arthur being named one of the worst small cities in the country, we discuss The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of the week.And we preview the Houston Music Festival, featuring performances of chamber music, improv, and spoken word, including a concert of music with Houston ties, including covers of Beyoncé and Lizzo.

With the US election set to go down to the wire, AM travels to Erie in Pennsylvania - a small city where voters could play a big role in who wins the White House.

With the US election set to go down to the wire, AM travels to Erie in Pennsylvania - a small city where voters could play a big role in who wins the White House.

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On today's show: 1. For the 13th Time in 14 years, Charleston Voted the Best Small City in the U.S. by Condé Nast Traveler Readers - https://holycitysinner.com/news/for-the-13th-time-in-14-years-charleston-voted-the-best-smal 2. South Carolina extends voter registration deadline after hurricane - https://abcnews4.com/news/local/south-carolina-extends-voter-registration-deadline-after-hurricane-wciv-abc-news-4-lowcountry-early-voting-in-person-mail-in-ballot-absentee-ballot-nov-5-presidential-election 3. Union agrees to suspend ports strike, Charleston workers to return Friday - https://www.live5news.com/2024/10/04/union-agrees-suspend-ports-strike-charleston-workers-return-friday/ 4. Helene's South Carolina death toll has surpassed 1989's Hurricane Hugo. It could continue to rise - https://www.postandcourier.com/environment/hurricane-helene-south-carolina-greenville-spartanburg/article_20cbb568-7f44-11ef-86c8-a706dbd65f9f.html 5. Court dismisses Alex Murdaugh's appeal of 40-year sentence for financial crimes - https://abcnews4.com/news/local/court-dismisses-alex-murdaughs-appeal-of-40-year-sentence-for-financial-crimes-wciv-abc-news-4-judge-gergel-fourth-circuit-court-of-appeals-united-states-attorney-for-the-district-of-south-carolina-adair-boroughs 6. Charleston Mayor Cogswell proposes tiny homes for unhoused men, seeks regional support - https://abcnews4.com/news/local/charleston-mayor-cogswell-proposes-tiny-homes-for-unhoused-men-seeks-regional-support-abc-news-4# This episode's music is by Tyler Boone (tylerboonemusic.com). The episode was produced by LMC Soundsystem.

Wisconsin's Best Small Cities (10/2/24) by 96.5 WKLH

In this episode of I sit down with Richard Young, founder of CivicLex, an innovative organization based in Lexington, Kentucky, focused on improving civic engagement and strengthening local government responsiveness. CivicLex bridges the gap between citizens and local government, offering workshops, newsletters, and tools that make local governance more accessible and transparent. They are creating a more engaged, informed, and cohesive community. We'll get into the details of some of CivicLex's projects, and their role in shaping community-wide conversations around critical issues like land use, public policy, and civic health. We'll discuss how CivicLex led hundreds of conversations around Lexington's comprehensive land use plan, gathering over 17,000 public responses, which influenced city planning decisions. We'll talk civic literacy, building trust between citizens and government, and the vital role of responsive institutions in fostering a vibrant, engaged city. If you're interested in how cities can become more inclusive, dynamic, and collaborative by building civic engagement from the ground up, this episode offers valuable insights into replicable strategies that can work in any community - even yours. Learn more about Richard's work at CivicLex.org Rust Belt Startup · Innovating Civic Health: CivicLex's Guide for Small Cities with Richard Young

I do marketing services. I run ads for people. I have copy I know works, I used it on several clients. What happens is when I get a client from a small city, it has a very small audience. So the lead ad usually doesn't work. I tried a bunch of stuff and I never actually could get it to work, so I'm wondering if you have any solution for that...

Mike Switzer interviews John Warner, a serial entrepreneur and founder of Innoventure in Greenville, S.C. John tells us about Greenville recently being rated as the fastest-growing entrepreneurial city in the country.

Greg (@gregbradyTO) speaks with Duncan Dee, former Air Canada Chief Operating Officer, about airlines pulling out of smaller cities, pushing up fares and leaving parts of the country less connected. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Municipal Association Executive Director Todd Glover and Chief Operating Officer Jake Broom talk about the Association's Small Cities Summit, a one-day session taking place in Columbia on August 22 and addressing the specific needs and challenges of smaller cities and towns. This year's summit will feature an “Agency Hall” where attendees can meet representatives from a variety of state agencies. Learn more: https://www.masc.sc/event/small-cities-summit

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In a small city and considering starting a label or getting storefront space? Listen in to learn the best cities to scale labels in 2024-2025! Complete the new 2024 Fashionpreneur "How do I begin" Survey! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf5i6Uver6LU-qlYgTqfKEscBIEUDdLWniCPj4FTf1c-5iGaQ/viewform Design Your Dollars VIP Weekend in Dallas,TX August 16-17th:https://thefashionpreneuracademy.com/tour Get my Book: An Irregular Love Story https://www.irregularexposure.com/collections/an-irregular-love-story

Our guest today is Mike Pineda. Mike is a 2024 Candidate for Mayor of Avondale, AZ. Mike currently serves as Vice Mayor, and seeks to continue using his personal and professional experience to Serve this small city, just west of Phoenix with huge impact. 1) Politics, even in small cities and towns, can be a rough arena. And serving as an elected official is a team sport that involves your entire family. What are the driving issues that caused you to run for Mayor of Avondale? -My three tenets are Community, Education, and Small Business. 2) The race you are in is non-partisan, yet we find ourselves in a time in history when political party ideologies are deeply ingrained in the decisions that elected officials make. How do you navigate these issues? -Leadership matters, and decision-making as a Mayor requires experience, skill and collaborative relationships. Through my many years of serving on City Council and as Vice Mayor, particularly in the West Valley area where several small cities work closely together on important issues have given me multitudes of opportunities and examples (both good and bad) of how decisions impact the community. 3) Your professional experience as a College Professor and Business Program Director, as well as having owned a REO Foreclosure Properties Real Estate firm gives you a unique perspective on how to grow and develop the city. Tell us about how these areas of experience will benefit your constituents. 4) Who has endorsed you and why? 5) Why should people who value Individual Liberties vote for you? 6) What makes you uniquely qualified to serve as the Mayor of Avondale, AZ?

Happy Tuesday, listening fam!  In our first hour this AM, John questions whether Richmond, at this point, is the tourist destination that CNN has just reported the city to be.  Also, John discusses the recent violence outside of an L.A. synagogue, asserting that America should have a zero-tolerance policy toward Anti-Semitism.

There are only 94 cities in the US with a population over 250,000. This means that there are thousands of small cities and towns across the country. So, today we're looking at affordable LGBTQ+ friendly places in small-sized cities, which are cities with a population between 50,000 and 250,000. This is Queer Money episode #509. Today, we're diving into 5 affordable cities within small cities that are great spots for LGBTQ folks.Get the dynamic list of Affordable LGBTQ+ Friendly Cities in the U.S. here. Watch this week's episode on YouTubeWatch last week's episode on YouTubeDon't miss the other states we've covered in this Gay Cities seriesPast episodes mentioned in this episode:381: The Series Kick Off387: West Virginia385: Wisconsin435: Missouri455: Iowa459: Illinois433: Top 10 Cities Part 1485: Top 10 Cities Part 2487: Top Surprises497: Blue States499: Purple States501: Red StatesFollow us:Queer Money YouTubeQueer Money InstagramQueer Money on Tiktok

In today's episode, we are talking about AI and chip competitions. We look at the launch of Apple's new M4 chip and what it means for the company's AI plans. We also talk about the US' new restrictions on chip exports to China.And in other news, we look at why big hotel chains are now expanding in India's tier 2 and 3 cities.Episode Credits:The episode was researched, written, and produced by Shorbori and ManaswiniEdited by Venkat AnanthMastered and mixed by Yash Hirave

An absolute honour and privilege to welcome today's guest on our Podcast, "The Billion Dreams," a luminary whose talents traverse the realms of advertising, poetry, and cinema with remarkable fluidity and finesse. With a spark in his heart, hailing from a small city Almora in Uttarakhand, India, our guest - Prasoon Joshi's journey from a poet to a celebrated lyricist and scriptwriter is inspiring, to say the least. A poet at heart, he started writing early on and published his first book at the tender age of 17, titled 'Main Aur Woh,' a 'conversation with himself'. Two more books Dard So Raha Hai and Samadhan followed thereafter establishing him as an author. The CEO of McCann Worldgroup India and the Chairman (Asia Pacific), he has revolutionized the advertising industry, crafting campaigns like Coca-Cola's "Thanda Matlab Coca-Cola" that resonated deeply with the Indian ethos while achieving global acclaim. His Happydent television commercial not only received personal accolades from Bob Garfield of AdvertisingAge but was also heralded as one of the 21st century's best ads by a Gunn Report poll. In the cinematic universe, Prasoon's debut as a lyricist with "Lajja" marked the beginning of an illustrious career. His lyrics and scripts are celebrated for their poetic depth, emotional intensity, and cultural richness, giving us unforgettable treasures for films like "Rang De Basanti," "Taare Zameen Par," and "Bhaag Milkha Bhaag," among many others. His work has not only won hearts but garnered him multiple awards, including two National Awards and the Filmfare Best Lyricist Award for songs in "Fanaa" and "Taare Zameen Par" solidifying his status as a visionary storyteller. His contributions have been recognized with prestigious accolades, including the Padma Shri, India's fourth-highest civilian award, showcasing his impact on India's cultural landscape. An advocate for social change, Joshi uses his craft to address crucial issues, from environmental consciousness to national pride, making him a voice of both, beauty and conscience. His leadership roles, including serving as the Chairman of the Central Board of Film Certification in India, reflect his commitment to nurturing a responsible and vibrant creative industry. Transforming India's creative landscape through groundbreaking advertising, inspiring lyrics, and his role in shaping public discourse, Prasoon Joshi's legacy is not just in the beauty of his words but in the breadth of his impact, making him an icon of the modern era.In this episode, Ashish Vidyarthi & Prasoon Joshi delve into the nuances of life, discussing both, of its beauty and challenges: What it takes to come from a small town and make your mark in a big city; Working on one's shortcomings to learning the ability to fail gracefully, Adapting to the world of AI to discovering one's own authentic voice, this and much more. Tune in for an insightful dialogue as they dig into powerful themes of self-discovery and navigating the complexities of the modern world. If you like what you have heard, please give a like.Remember to engage with our content by sharing, and subscribing to our channel for more motivating tales. With 'The Billion Dreams,' we are on a mission to bring you a Billion stories that will ignite and inspire your life.Until next time, let's keep surprising ourselves and embracing the infinite possibilities within us. Alshukran Bandhu, Alshukran Zindagi.------Follow Prasoon Joshi on Insta: https://www.instagram.com/prasoonjoshilivehttps://www.instagram.com/prasoonjoshi_-------Topics: 0:46 Jab Ashish Met Prasoon 1:23 Is this really our WEAKNESS?1:51 India's Evolution of Strength2:45 AI Aur Main3:42 Democratisation of Intelligence5:28 Meeting Sam Altman & Philosophy of Advaita 6:16 Poet To Advertising: Changing with Times7:50 Challenges of Coming from Small Cities 10:47 The Art that will make your LIFE EASIER11:25 Choosing to do the RIGHT THING11:52 Story of David that will change the way you think12:20 Discover your authentic voice

Mahbub Rashid says his book is the first to examine how spatial qualities impact health issues for people living in areas that aren't strictly rural or metropolitan.

Building Faith Communities in Secular Europe: A Conversation with Richard Lewis This podcast episode features an in-depth conversation between Rich Martin and Richard Lewis, focusing on the challenges and strategies of building church communities in secular regions of Europe, specifically Sweden. Richard Lewis shares his personal journey from being inspired to pursue full-time ministry, to pastoring a church in Umeå, Sweden. The discussion delves into topics such as transitioning from larger church roles to leading in smaller, secular communities, the importance of digital presence in modern ministry, and approaches to discipleship and worship that resonate in a European context. Through sharing his experiences and reflections, Lewis offers insights into navigating ministry in environments that are often indifferent or resistant to religious engagement. 00:00 Opening Remarks and Introduction to Rich Lewis 01:12 Rich Lewis's Journey: From Birmingham to Sweden 02:19 The Path to Pastoring in Sweden: A Detailed Account 11:20 Navigating Transitions: Insights and Experiences 18:22 Building a Modern Church in Sweden: Strategies and Challenges 25:37 Exploring Leadership and Community Influence 25:51 Religious Landscape in Sweden: A Comparative Insight 26:17 Adapting Church Methods to Local Culture 26:49 Navigating Spirituality and Social Issues in Sweden 30:21 Challenges and Strategies in Church Building 33:52 Personal Growth and Vision in Ministry 43:26 Reflections and Future Directions for European Churches 43:52 Embracing Digital Presence and Discipleship in Church Growth --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rich-martin/message

What makes Canadian cities such as Waterloo, Ottawa, and Toronto hubs of high-tech entrepreneurship and successful Intelligent Communities? Since moving to Canada, Professor Darius Ornston, author of When Small States Make Big Leaps, which chronicled how the Nordic countries developed the ability to enter new, tech-based markets, has similarly studied two Intelligent Communities of the Year in Canada and tells us how these Canadian communities represent a collaborative approach which has resulted in Canada having more designated Intelligent Communities than any other nation. Darius Ornston is an Associate Professor at the prestigious Munk School of Global Affairs and Public Policy at the University of Toronto where he specializes in innovation policy and the relationship between cooperation and economic change.

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What makes Canadian cities such as Waterloo, Ottawa and Toronto hubs of high-tech entrepreneurship and successful Intelligent Communities? Since moving to Canada, Professor Darius Ornston, author of When Small States Make Big Leaps, which chronicled how the Nordic countries developed the ability to enter new, tech-based markets, has similarly studied two Intelligent Communities of the Year in Canada and tells us how these Canadian communities represent a collaborative approach which has resulted in Canada having more designated Intelligent Communities than any other nation. Darius Ornston is an associate professor at the Munk School of Global Affairs & Public Policy at the University of Toronto where he specializes in innovation policy, specifically the relationship between cooperation and economic change. His first book, When Small States Make Big Leaps, illustrates how the Nordic countries use cooperation to enter new, high-technology markets. In Good Governance Gone Bad, he demonstrates how the same, tight-knit networks which accelerate reform and restructuring can lead to policy overshooting, overinvestment, and economic crisis. Professor Ornston's work with Dan Breznitz on the politics of innovation and the design of innovation agencies has been published with multiple outlets, including the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development and the OECD. Since moving to Canada, Professor Ornston has focused on high-technology entrepreneurship in Ottawa, Waterloo, and Toronto. 

On this episode of The Debrief Podcast hosts Josh Durso and Jackie Augustine talk about recent headlines across the Finger Lakes region - including the closure of the Geneva Movieplex, development of a Dunkin' franchise on a high-profile city corner, assessment concerns across the region, and continued housing access issues for low- and middle-income residents across the state.

Bristol is a small Appalachian city that has become a microcosm of the national abortion debate. That's because Bristol has a state line running through it – Virginia to the north, where abortion is legal, and Tennessee to the south, where it was outlawed after Roe v. Wade was overturned. USA TODAY Health Reporter Adrianna Rodriguez visited the city after the ban in Tennessee went into effect to document the impact on its residents.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

House Flipper Ryan Fuller Asks for Advice Getting Started In Wholesaling Real Estate. Ryan Haywood has done 425 deals since 2019 in a small city and helps Ryan Fuller Dial In His Marketing Key Talking Points of the Episode 00:00 Introduction01:20 Why does Ryan feel like he's stuck?02:23 What is the best way to approach list building?03:34 How can you skip trace with Deal Machine?06:03 What made Ryan want to start over in real estate investing?07:46 What is Ryan's goal with wholesaling?08:37 How can Deal Machine help make wholesaling easier?10:56 Why are bigger markets not always the best markets to be in?12:26 What is the best way to find buyers in your market? David's Social: @dleckohttps://www.dealmachine.com/pod Ryan's Social: @heritage_home_investmentshttps://www.heritagehomeinvestments.com/

For a brief time in 2021, the affluent town of San Marino in Los Angeles County saw a dramatic decrease in residential burglaries, its most common crime. Between January and May, they dropped 80%, down to seven from 32 in the same period of 2020.For Flock Safety, which had installed AI-powered license plate readers for the San Marino Police Department in June 2020, the statistic was marketing gold. The company seized on this data, claiming its technology was key in decreasing not just burglaries, but all crimes in the town by 70%.Taking a wider lens tells a different story. Despite that initial five month drop in 2021, residential burglaries on the whole rose after Flock's cameras were deployed. In 2019, San Marino reported 60 residential burglaries. In 2023, three years after Flock's arrival, there were 63 — a 5% increase.Meanwhile, Part 1 crimes – more serious offenses including larceny and murder – have stayed almost completely flat: 231 in 2023, compared to 230 in 2019, the year before Flock cameras were installed. Even the town's police chief John Incontro admits the 70% claim — still trumpeted on Flock's website today — isn't accurate. “I definitely need to talk to their marketing folks.” See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week we're featuring an interview that Bailey Van Tassel had on The Good Dirt Podcast. Enjoy listening from a new perspective as we dive into Bailey's foray into gardening. Bailey is an entrepreneur and mother of three, who created both the Kitchen Garden Society and the Garden Culture Podcast. She grew up on a hobby farm in Sebastopol, California, but didn't fully appreciate her cowboy parents until she moved away and missed the huge garden, chickens, and pigs that she grew up around. Settling into the suburbs of Southern California meant she couldn't have the same amount of space, but after a challenge from her husband Joe, Bailey went to Home Depot, bought some plants, got her HOA's permission after vowing to share her vegetables, and the rest was history. Bailey's life changed even more once she started to share her journey online, where her passion shifted from hobby to profession. In this episode, Emma and Mary sit down with Bailey to discuss her journey, the evolution of her gardening practices, and techniques such as planting by the moon and vermicomposting. After years of searching for the perfect land to have her farm and garden, Bailey realized that right where she was, was good enough. She wants you to know that you can grow the garden of your dreams in any amount of space – you just need the right info. And that's what she's here to teach you! Topics Discussed • The Summer Solstice • Social Media & Running an Online Business • Deciding How to Raise Kids • Lessons Learned from Moving from a Small City to a Big City • Creating a Connection to Nature for the Next Generation • Sharing the Journey to Gardening Online • The Feeling of Yearning • Our Innate Connectedness to Nature • Living a Garden Inspired Life • How to Garden in a Small Space • High Density Planting • Kids & Vegetables • The Deal with Snap Peas • Regenerative Gardening Practices • Planting by the Moon • What Is Vermicomposting Connect with Bailey Van Tassel: • Website: https://baileyvantassel.com/ • Instagram: @baileyvantassel • The Kitchen Garden Society: www.thekitchengardensociety.com • The Garden Culture Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/an-intro-to-the-garden-culture-podcast-and-bailey-van-tassel/id1643017748?i=1000578082770 ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━

Last week, paramedics in Belleville, Ontario responded to 13 drug overdoses in a single hour. By the time the city declared a state of emergency two days later, the total had reached almost two dozen.So how did these near-simultaneous overdoses unfold? What caused them? And how can we stop the spikes of drug poisonings that have been happening in cities across Ontario?Dan Taekema is CBC's reporter covering eastern Ontario communities from Belleville, to Kingston, and beyond.For transcripts of Front Burner, please visit: https://www.cbc.ca/radio/frontburner/transcriptsTranscripts of each episode will be made available by the next workday.

Jan Arbuckle, Grass Valley's current Mayor, has been appointed Chair of the National League of Cities 2024 Small Cities Council. The Nevada Irrigation District reported on Monday that regional snow pack recently measured about half of average for this time of year.

Here's your local news for Wednesday, January 31, 2024:We get the details on a yesterday's ruling, which determined CAFOs are still required to obtain waste discharge permits,Hear the results of a years-long justice study in Dane County,Interview Governor Tony Evers just days after his State of the State address,Broadcast the most in-depth weather report on the airwaves,Travel back in time to 1962,And much more.

In this episode, Archer City Manager Tony Hammond discusses the unique challenges faced by smaller communities. With a background in smaller municipalities, Tony addresses the difficulties of securing grants for infrastructure projects and the particular struggle the City of Archer faces in bringing sewer to the community.

Today, The Two Mikes welcomed back Aaron Renn to the program after much too long of an absence.Mr. Renn is an author, a specialist on urban areas, big and small, as well as a devout and very knowledgeable Christian, who often writes about his faith.Today he described his experience in moving to and now living in Carmel, Indiana, which is a suburb on the northside of Indianapolis. Mr. Renn noted that the city's Republican mayor – James Brainard – recently retired after seven consecutive terms and left behind a jewel of a smaller city, one that has been voted the “internet's favorite small city.The city remains small – c, 100,000 people, but it is now a world class place in terms of employment, education, commerce, and livability. Much of the city features new buildings of all kinds, and new roads that make moving around the city easy at all times of the day. Carmel has shown the rest of America than genuine conservative governments can play a key role in the physical and attitudinal restoration, especially in making sure that thrift and commonsense permeate the rebuilding effort.Mr. Renn added that Indiana is a reliably conservative Republican state, and it also is a strong-Mayor state and so is well positioned to oversee the conduct of this Carmel-kind of successful urban reinvigoration. We also spoke shortly with Mr. Renn about a new book he has written. The Book is called, Life in a Negative World. Confronting Challenges in an Anti-Christian Culture.The book will be published on 30 January 2024. Mr. Renn said the book is about the future of the Evangelical Church and what it must do to confront, survive, and thrive when most of the country's political and social elites reject Christ and desire all Americans to do so.Mr. Renn also writes that the church must especially work to support men and the key role the need to play -- in a traditional way – in defending family, country, and God. Mr. Renn's book is available now at Amazon for pre-order, and for sale on 30 January 2024SponsorsTriangle Fragrance: https://trianglefragrance.com/?sca_ref=4171318.dUndUHDKz3Cambridge Credit: https://www.cambridge-credit.org/twomikes/ 
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Michael Girdley has spent the last 30 years building a $100M+ holding company. He's also built a 200k+ Twitter following and a newsletter with over 20k readers. He's also a major tech evangelist in San Antonio, enabling the creation of 1,000+ new tech jobs in the area through entrepreneurial and leadership roles at numerous companies and nonprofits. Most importantly, he loves Chilis

Yay! Megan Ramey is featured in this final podcast episode of the year and the conclusion of Season 6. We had a fabulous conversation about her efforts to help create a positive culture of active mobility in Hood River, Oregon, starting naturally with the kids.Thank you so much for tuning in! If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend and subscribe to the Podcast on your preferred listening platform, and don't forget to check out the Active Towns Channel for more content Helpful Links (note that some may include affiliate links to help me support the channel):- PSA for Pilot- Deep Donut Thoughts video- My first episode with Megan- My episode with Cara Seiderman - Cambridge Ordinance- My Cambridge video- Doug McKenzie-Mohr- My episode w/ Emily Stutts- My episode w/ Sam BaltoIf you are a fan of the Active Towns Podcast, please consider supporting the effort as an Active Towns Ambassador in the following ways:1. Join our Patreon community. Contributions start at just $1 per month(Note: Patron benefits include early, ad-free access to content and a 15% discount in the Active Towns Merch Store)2. If you enjoyed this episode, you can also "leave a tip" through "Buy Me a Coffee"3. Pick up some Active Towns #StreetsAreForPeople Merch at my storeCredits:- Video and audio production by John Simmerman- Music via Epidemic SoundResources used during the production of this video:- My recording platform is Ecamm Live- Editing software Adobe Creative Cloud Suite- Equipment: Contact me for a complete listFor more information about the Active Towns effort or to follow along, please visit our links below:- Active Towns Website- Active Towns on Twitter- Periodic e-NewsletterBackground:Hi Everyone! My name is John Simmerman, and I'm a health promotion and public health professional with over 30 years of experience. Over the years, my area of concentration has evolved into a specialization in how the built environment influences human behavior related to active living and especially active mobility.Since 2010,  I've been exploring, documenting, and profiling established, emerging, and aspiring Active Towns wherever they might be while striving to produce high-quality multimedia content to help inspire the creation of more safe and inviting, environments that promote a "Culture of Activity" for "All Ages & Abilities."The Active Towns Channel features my original video content and reflections, including a selection of podcast episodes and short films profiling the positive and inspiring efforts happening around the world as I am able to experience and document them.Thanks once again for tuning in! I hope you find this content helpful and insightful.Creative Commons License: Attributions, Non-Commercial, No Derivatives, 2023 ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

We discuss the Small Cities Index from Monocle's latest edition of ‘The Forecast' and explore two different examples of adaptive reuse – one from Hamilton, Ontario, and another from London, UK.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shannon Elizabeth has starred in over 50 films and television shows, including the global hits American Pie, Scary Movie and the newly rebooted Jay and Silent Bob Strikes Back.   Shannon has a deep and abiding respect for all life and is a staunch protagonist of a vegan lifestyle. In 2001, she began to follow her true life's passion of saving animals by launching her non-profit, Animal Avengers, first as a dog and cat rescue operation and then with the broader remit of wildlife conservation.   Shannon continues her acting career, but her primary focus has become helping wild animals in Africa and elsewhere by whatever means necessary. In order to be hands on with her projects and to expand their scope and influence, Shannon moved to Africa in 2016 and now lives in Cape Town.   The media development of the Shannon Elizabeth Foundation, especially production of video content, will be a major aspect of Shannon's ongoing work. In addition, Shannon continues to travel for acting and public appearances, speaking engagements and whenever needed to help animals in the hope of making the world an even better place.     In this episode you will take away 3 promising insights (plus many more)   -       Going down the path and the meaning to life…   -       The bad advice about “acting like a star” Shannon received.   -       How your platform today is the start of something so much bigger!       3 of Shannon's Best Quotes!   “I've always been that person that wants to connect other people”   “You can't live your life for them”   “Everything comes down to what are we here for”          Follow Shannon:     https://www.shannonelizabeth.com/ https://shannonelizabeth.org/ https://www.instagram.com/shannonelizabeth/ https://www.facebook.com/OfficialShannonElizabeth/ https://twitter.com/shannonelizab         Watch the FULL Interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/N4S5gwpt_xo         Other great podcast guest episodes:     Marla Maples on Being Reborn Again and Living on Purpose   https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/always-on-the-grow-with-manny-vargas/id1150064033?i=1000613489510   Jennifer Fessler on Being Comfortable in Your Own Skin   https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/always-on-the-grow-with-manny-vargas/id1150064033?i=1000604451621     Subscribe and Listen to the Always on the GROW with Manny Vargas Podcast on other platforms:     Spotify:   https://open.spotify.com/show/4r7UJnPOK226P61eGCQ1o2?si=3cfa99ca922a4373   Amazon:   https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/81b57b24-ac69-4ee5-a02f-deb817096b4f/always-on-the-grow-with-manny-vargas         Follow Manny:   http://thisismannyvargas.com   Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/manny-var... Instagram: @thisismannyvargas https://www.instagram.com/thisismannyvargas/ Twitter: @themannyvargas https://twitter.com/themannyvargas FB: @thisismannyvargas https://www.facebook.com/thisismannyvargas TikTok: @thisismannyvargas     https://www.tiktok.com/@thisismannyvargas

Tricia Teague is a multi-passionate entrepreneur.  She moved back to her hometown of Danville, IL after 20 years away and knew she needed to bring coworking to the community. If you're interested in small-town coworking or leveraging grants to support your space and/or members, this one is for you.   Resources Mentioned in This Podcast Tricia's LinkedIn profile Soar Space website The Trep School website Everything Coworking Featured Resources: Masterclass: 3 Behind-the-Scenes Secrets to Opening a Coworking Space Coworking Startup School - Phase I: Validate Community Manager University The Everything Coworking Academy Follow Us on YouTube

Photo: No known restrictions on publication. @Batchelorshow 1914 #France: The disorder did not touch the small cities. Simon Constable, Occitane. https://www.theguardian.com/world/2023/jul/05/french-government-should-control-social-media-during-unrest-macron-says

Sarah Ross joins Jared on this week's Monday episode of The JTrain Podcast, to read your emails and answer questions about dating in a small city in your thirties, a single friend making it hard for everyone else, an annoying trivia team throuple, bringing up future relationship questions before moving in, dealing with a chatty grad school student, and chronically late friend issues. Check it out, and enjoySubscribe to Jared's YouTube channel for full video episodes and stand up clips: youtube.com/jaredfreidSponsored by: Better Help (Visit https://www.betterhelp.com/JTRAIN for 10% off your first month of therapy) & Indochino (Head to https://www.indochino.com & use promo code JTRAIN for 10% off any purchase of $399 or more)Subscribe to the JTrain Patreon now at www.patreon.com/jaredfreidinstagram.com/jaredfreid // instagram.com/sarahrossSubscribe to The JTrain Podcast on Apple Podcasts: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/