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Two Penn legal experts discuss the strategy behind EPA’s rescission of the Endangerment Finding and the court challenges ahead. --- On February 12, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency formally rescinded the endangerment finding, the 2009 determination that established the legal basis for federal regulation of greenhouse gas emissions. For 16 years, that finding has underpinned EPA climate policy, reflecting the agency’s conclusion that greenhouse gases pose a threat to human health and that, under the law, it was required to regulate them. The move represents a major shift in federal climate policy. But agencies cannot simply reverse themselves without making a legal case that can withstand court review. Cary Coglianese of the University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School and Shelley Welton of the Kleinman Center and Penn Carey Law examine the legal rationale behind the rescission and how it draws on recent Supreme Court decisions that have narrowed federal agency authority. Rather than disputing climate science, the EPA’s argument rests on a more limited reading of its powers under the Clean Air Act. Welton and Coglianese explain how that argument fits within the Court’s evolving approach to administrative power, and what it could mean for the future of federal climate regulation. Cary Coglianese is Director of the Penn Program on Regulation at the University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School. Shelley Welton is Presidential Distinguished Professor of Law and Energy Policy with the Kleinman Center and Penn Carey Law. Related Content Policy Design Issues for Border Carbon Adjustments https://kleinmanenergy.upenn.edu/research/publications/policy-design-issues-for-border-carbon-adjustments/ Boomtowns in the Battery Belt: Risks and Opportunities of Clean Energy Investments in Small Towns of America https://kleinmanenergy.upenn.edu/research/publications/boomtowns-in-the-battery-belt-risks-and-opportunities-of-clean-energy-investments-in-small-towns-of-america/ Energy Policy Now is produced by The Kleinman Center for Energy Policy at the University of Pennsylvania. For all things energy policy, visit kleinmanenergy.upenn.edu.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Speeding is an epidemic, and it’s costing lives every single day. In today's Small Town Soapbox, Darien dives into the shocking statistics of traffic fatalities in Georgia and the overlooked dangers of speeding. From rural roads to major highways, Darien shares his no-nonsense take on how small towns can tackle this issue, honor law enforcement, and save lives. It’s a heartfelt, unfiltered look at a problem that hits close to home. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram or download our app to stay connected! www.1011thepulse.com The Porch with Darien and Asa ios App Android AppSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Check out this fun episode with Journalist, Blogger, & Road Tripper, Clayton Hensley!This podcast was so much fun talking with Clayton about hisbrand, Knox Road Tripper, a few of his favorite small-town destinations, and a great conversation about: -Small Town Marketing and how to “Flip The Script”for Small Towns. -You also learn about The “Small Movements” in Small TownMarketing that Matter.Note: This recording was made before the newly constructed Aspire Park in Clinton, TN, was opened. https://alwaysaspire.com/**More on Clayton Hensley (@knoxroadtripper)Travel does more than transport you from one place toanother; it provides an avenue for endless adventure. My name is Clayton Hensley (a.k.a.knoxroadtripper). I am an East Tennesseenative who has always loved the open road and the chance to experience newplaces.Following a 15-year career in the television news business,I found myself writing more and more about travel. I started as a freelancerwith the Knoxville News-Sentinel, then moved to writing for outlets online.Eventually I created my own website focused on travel, knoxroadtripper.com.The travel writing journey not only took me to differentplaces, it also took me to new levels professionally as my writing expanded towork in travel guides, work on a wide range of websites, and attending manytravel-related conferences. My hope is to inspire people to venture out on aroad trip and return with a new perspective about the places they visited alongthe way. My wife Melinda and I have lived in Clinton, TN for morethan 25 years. We have a son and a daughter, who, through the years, lovedtraveling with us (most of the time)! My“real” job is working as a communications director for a large church. In whatlittle spare time I have, I love taking lots of pictures, cooking, and catchingup on the TV shows I've missed because I'm out on a road trip. Click Here for Website: https://www.knoxroadtripper.com/Follow on Facebook & Instagram: @knoxroadtripperAbout The Travel Small Towns Podcast:Welcome to the Travel Small Towns Podcast(formerly My Town Travels). The Only Podcast Dedicated to Small Town Travel Destinations, Culture, & Lifestyle from a small-town perspective. We are bringing you Destination Stories, Experiences, and Tips with Expert Interviews,including Travel Professionals, Writers, Bloggers, Influencers, and Special Individuals who uplift their Small-Town Communities!Listen now to great travel stories and insights you'll love,whether for an escape, a laugh, to relate, or to find the best Small-Town Destinations! Join host Kristy Burns, guest collaborators, and small-town enthusiasts as they discuss what makes small towns special and unique places tovisit.Check out More on Small Town Travel at Travelsmalltowns.com
Welcome to the first episode of season SIX of the Growing Small Towns podcast! We're starting off big by having our first-ever TRIO on the pod, and we're so excited to share this episode with you. Most small towns aren't built on startups or corporations; they're built on small (and smaller!) businesses, and today's episode is all about those "smaller" ones: microbusinesses. This episode explores how supporting solopreneurs, side hustles, and local makers creates stronger economies, fuller Main Streets, and communities where people can stay, build, and belong. About Marci, Katie, and Leigh Anna: Marci Goodwin is the co-founder of SmartStart Business Development and has spent over 20 years as an entrepreneur and more than 15 years educating and advocating for small and microbusiness owners—long before "microbusiness" became a buzzword. She works with small and rural communities to build practical, trust-based systems that help local entrepreneurs start, grow, and stay rooted in the places they call home. Katie Kelly is a public servant turned entrepreneur and SmartStart co-founder who learned a lot about business development the hard way. She used her experiences to develop a system to help others avoid common pitfalls and launch businesses that are set up for success. Leigh Ann Brown has over 20 years of experience in economic development and has a passion for helping community leaders support local microbusinesses. She has served as a Main Street Director, Economic Development Director, and Chamber Director, giving her firsthand insight into the day-to-day demands of these roles. She joined SmartStart as Director of Next Steps to help communities reach their economic development goals through practical, turnkey solutions that don't get pushed to the bottom of the task list. In this episode, we cover: Why microbusinesses are the majority, yet they're still underserved. Why it's okay to not want to scale Why sustainable businesses are built by understanding customers, not chasing grants How small investments can create big ripples (and you know how much we love a ripple effect!) Why community matters just as much as the tools. Links + Resources Mentioned: SmartStart website: https://www.smartstartcommunity.com/ Want to get your business in front of our audience? We are looking for podcast sponsors! Each season, we feature a select group of Small Business Partners—brands that share our mission to celebrate small-town life and big ideas. With a 4–6% average Facebook engagement rate (well above the industry average), 2,600+ loyal followers, and 45,000 monthly content views, we have an amazing, highly engaged audience of people who can't wait to learn more about you. When we feature you, your story, and your product/service, it's like a friend's recommendation, because it is. Want to know more? Reach out to us at hello@growingsmalltowns.org We have a membership! Join the GST Club — a virtual support community built for those leading change in small-town America. For $30/month, you'll get twice-monthly live calls with Rebecca, access to a private network of fellow small-town changemakers, replay recordings, frameworks, and early access to GST events. It's for anyone from volunteers and entrepreneurs to city officials who believe small towns deserve big ideas and better leadership. Part think-tank. Part pep-talk. Part creative jam session. All support. We Want to Hear From You! We really, really do, and if you'll let us, we'd love to feature your actual message just like we did with Terri's (with your permission, of course!) Some of the best parts about radio shows and podcasts are listener call-ins, so we've decided to make those a part of the Growing Small Towns Podcast. We really, really want to hear from you! We're have two "participation dance" elements of the show: "Small town humblebrags": Call in and tell us about something amazing you did in your small town so we can celebrate with you. No win is too small—we want to hear it all, and we will be excessively enthusiastic about whatever it is! You can call in for your friends, too, because giving shout-outs is one of our favorite things. "Solving Your Small-Town People Challenges": Have a tough issue in your community? We want to help. Call in and tell us about your problem, and we'll solve it on an episode of the podcast. Want to remain anonymous? Totally cool, we can be all secretive and stuff. We're suave like that. If you've got a humblebrag or a tricky people problem, call 701-203-3337 and leave a message with the deets. We really can't wait to hear from you! Get In Touch Have an idea for a future episode/guest, have feedback or a question, or just want to chat? Email us at hello@growingsmalltowns.org Subscribe + Review Thanks for tuning into this week's episode of The Growing Small Towns Show! If the information in our conversations and interviews has helped you in your small town, head out to Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Spotify, subscribe to the show, and leave us an honest review. Your reviews and feedback will not only help us continue to deliver relevant, helpful content, but it will also help us reach even more small-town trailblazers just like you!
Is it a National Park or a clerical error? In this episode of the Only in OK Show, Brett and Harley dive into the hilarious history of Guthrie's "smallest National Park" and explores the most charming small towns across the Sooner State. The Typo That Made History: Guthrie's Tiny Landmark Did you know Oklahoma is home to the smallest National Park landmark in the country? Well, technically. Located behind the Guthrie Post Office lies a 10x10 patch of land that exists solely because a city clerk in 1907 didn't double-check their math. Instead of a "100-foot square" plot (10,000 sq. ft.), the paperwork officially designated it as "100 square feet." Today, this "park" is a cult-favorite roadside attraction complete with: An unofficial "Park Ranger" (Stacey Frazier). A wrought iron fence and the historic Beacon Hill monument. "Don't Feed the Bears" signs—despite the only bears being located in nearby antique shops. Exploring the 10 Most Adorable Small Towns in Oklahoma After we "hike" through Guthrie, we zoom out to look at the soul of the state. Based on recent rankings from World Atlas, we break down the must-visit spots for your next Oklahoma road trip: The Scenic Superstars: Broken Bow's towering pines and Eufaula's massive shoreline. Healing Waters: The Arbuckle duo of Sulphur and Davis (don't forget the Arbuckle Mountain Fried Pies!). The Cobblestone Charm: Medicine Park, Oklahoma's first resort town. Star Power: Atoka (Reba's Place), Ada (Blake Shelton's stomping grounds), and Pawhuska (The Pioneer Woman & Osage Nation). Culture & History: Hands-on blacksmithing in Grove and the stunning fall foliage of Talihina. Links & Resources Mentioned United States Smallest National Park Facebook Page World Atlas: 10 Most Adorable Small Towns in Oklahoma Follow us on Social Media: [Insert your links here] Enjoyed the show? If you visit any of these spots, tell them the Only in OK Show sent you! #OnlyInOK #OklahomaHistory #SoonerState #OklahomaRoadTrip #ExploreOklahoma #OKPodcasts #TravelOK #OklahomaLife #GuthrieOK #SmallestNationalPark #RoadsideAttractions #TravelOddities #OklahomaHistory #GuthrieGhostWalk #HistoricGuthrie #ClericalError #SmallTownOklahoma #MedicinePark #BrokenBow #ArbuckleMountains #Pawhuska #BeaversBend #TurnerFalls #TalimenaDrive #RebasPlace #ChickasawNation #OsageNation #ArbuckleFriedPies #FriedPies #OklahomaTravel #SmallTownCharm #HiddenGems #OklahomaOutdoors
We had a great time sitting down with Trevor and Marissa from Black Swamp Players to talk about their upcoming production of Book of Days, and why this play still hits close to home.Set in a small Missouri town, Book of Days starts with a mysterious death at a local cheese plant and quickly unravels into something much bigger. Part mystery, part dark comedy, the story digs into what happens when a community is forced to face uncomfortable truths it would rather ignore. We talk about the play's sharp humor, layered characters, and why Lanford Wilson's writing continues to feel timely decades later.If you love theater that makes you laugh, lean forward, and think a little harder on the way home, this conversation is for you.Book of Days runs February 20–22 and February 27–March 1.Tickets available at: https://www.onthestage.tickets/black-swamp-players
AI data centers are driving rapid demand growth, exposing the limits of traditional electricity forecasting and planning. --- Electricity demand in the United States is rising fast, fueled in large part by the rapid expansion of AI data centers. Grid operators have repeatedly revised their demand forecasts upward as they try to anticipate how much new power these facilities, along with other emerging loads such as advanced manufacturing and crypto mining, will require. In January, however, something unexpected happened. PJM Interconnection, the nation’s largest grid operator, lowered its demand growth outlook, just weeks after a capacity auction driven by expectations of booming demand produced record high prices. Estimating how much electricity new data centers and other large loads will actually add to the grid is difficult, and the uncertainty cuts both ways. Overestimating demand can leave consumers paying for grid infrastructure that never gets fully used. Underestimating it can threaten reliability. All of this is playing out as the rapid buildout of data centers is increasingly framed as a question of economic competitiveness and national security. On the podcast, Shana Ramirez and Arne Olson of Energy and Environmental Economics argue that while improving forecast accuracy remains important, uncertainty itself needs to play a more central role in how the grid is planned and governed. In a recent E3 paper, they lay out why demand forecasts will remain imperfect, and why grid rules and planning processes should be designed to work across a range of possible outcomes rather than relying on a single view of the future. Ramirez and Olson discuss the reliability and cost challenges this uncertainty creates and describe governance approaches that could help the power system remain reliable and affordable as new loads come online. Shana Ramirez is director, asset valuation and markets at E3. Arne Olson is a senior partner at E3. Related Content: Boomtowns in the Battery Belt: Risks and Opportunities of Clean Energy Investments in Small Towns of America https://kleinmanenergy.upenn.edu/research/publications/boomtowns-in-the-battery-belt-risks-and-opportunities-of-clean-energy-investments-in-small-towns-of-america/ Energy System Planning: New Models for Accelerating Decarbonization https://kleinmanenergy.upenn.edu/research/publications/energy-system-planning-new-models-for-accelerating-decarbonization/ Energy Policy Now is produced by The Kleinman Center for Energy Policy at the University of Pennsylvania. For all things energy policy, visit kleinmanenergy.upenn.edu.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ep 243 | Are villages making a comeback? Have we been cutting pomegranates wrong this whole time? Does Pfizer really control your cheese? And is grocery store honey actually… honey? This week on Discover AG, Tara and Natalie explore the buzz around "agrihoods" — residential neighborhoods built around working farms instead of a clubhouse or golf course. They also take a nostalgic trip down memory lane with 30 country songs turning 30, learn a genuinely helpful hack to avoid the "pomegranate blood bath," and investigate viral food claims that Pfizer "owns cheese" and grocery store honey is "one of the most altered foods on the shelf." What We Discovered This Week
Apple ha scelto Google Gemini per dare nuova vita a Siri. Non è solo una notizia tech: è un cambio di paradigma per il turismo. In questa puntata analizziamo cosa significa passare dalla SEO alla GEO (Generative Engine Optimization) e perché le destinazioni devono ripensare ora la loro strategia digitale.Parliamo anche del Global Risks Report 2026 del World Economic Forum: solo l'1% degli esperti prevede un anno calmo, il confronto geoeconomico supera i conflitti armati come rischio principale, e l'AI mostra il balzo più drammatico nella classifica dei rischi a lungo termine. Dal WTF Report 2026 di KAYAK emerge un dato che cambia le carte in tavola: il 41% dei viaggiatori Gen Z e Millennial si fida più dell'intelligenza artificiale che degli amici. Cosa significa per chi deve intercettare questi viaggiatori?Con Silvia Moggia di Officina Turistica approfondiamo due temi cruciali: la crisi dei visti USA e il suo impatto sui flussi turistici globali, e il report PwC sulle fusioni e acquisizioni nel settore hospitality — dove il mercato è passato dall'espansione alla selezione.LINK ALLE FONTI CITATEPartnership Apple-Google Gemini per SiriCNN Business — Apple teams up with Google Gemini for AI-powered Siri https://edition.cnn.com/2026/01/12/tech/apple-google-gemini-siri9to5Google — Gemini will power Apple's Siri AI features in 2026 https://9to5google.com/2026/01/12/gemini-will-officially-power-apples-ai-enhanced-siri-starting-later-this-year/MacRumors — Google Gemini Partnership With Apple Will Go Beyond Siri Revamp https://www.macrumors.com/2026/01/12/google-gemini-future-apple-intelligence-features/AI Business — Apple to Overhaul AI Efforts, Siri With Google Gemini https://aibusiness.com/speech-recognition/apple-taps-google-gemini-siriGlobal Risks Report 2026 — World Economic ForumWEF Report completo — Global Risks Report 2026 https://www.weforum.org/publications/global-risks-report-2026/WEF Stories — These are the top 10 risks in 2026 https://www.weforum.org/stories/2026/01/global-risks-2026-top-10-two-and-ten-year-horizon/WEF Press Release — Global Risks Report 2026: Geopolitical and Economic Risks Rise https://www.weforum.org/press/2026/01/global-risks-report-2026-geopolitical-and-economic-risks-rise-in-new-age-of-competition/CNBC — Tariffs, AI top World Economic Forum 2026 risks report https://www.cnbc.com/2026/01/14/world-economic-forum-2026-global-risks-report.htmlEuronews — Economic confrontation biggest threat to global stability in 2026 https://www.euronews.com/2026/01/14/economic-confrontation-biggest-threat-to-global-stability-in-2026-world-economic-forum-repKAYAK WTF Report 2026KAYAK Report completo — What The Future 2026 https://www.kayak.com/c/wtf-report-2026/KAYAK Press Release — KAYAK Predicts: Well-th trips, next gen destinations, and small-town escapes https://finance.yahoo.com/news/kayak-predicts-well-th-trips-140000267.htmlHotel News Resource — AI, Small Towns, and Wellness Shape 2026 Travel https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article139589.htmlCrisi visti USA e impatto sul turismoTravel and Tour World — U.S. Pauses Visa Processing for 75 Countries – A Setback for Global Tourism https://www.travelandtourworld.com/news/article/u-s-pauses-visa-processing-for-75-countries-a-setback-for-global-tourism-all-you-need-to-know/CNBC — U.S. freezes new immigrant visas for 75 countries https://www.cnbc.com/2026/01/15/us-stops-immigrant-visas-for-75-countries-see-the-full-list.htmlBloomberg — US Will Halt Issuing Immigrant Visas for Dozens of Countries https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-01-14/us-freezes-visa-processing-for-dozens-of-countries-fox-reportsTravel and Tour World — US States Hit Tourism Slump: Visa Fees, Travel Advisory, Trade Tariffs https://www.travelandtourworld.com/news/article/nevada-california-new-york-florida-hawaii-and-other-more-us-states-hit-devastating-tourism-slump-new-visa-fees-travel-advisory-trade-tariffs-dispute-250-usd-hefty-park-tax-and-social-media-ch/U.S. State Department — Global Visa Wait Times https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/visa-information-resources/global-visa-wait-times.htmlReport PwC M&A Hospitality & LeisurePwC — Hospitality & Leisure: US Deals 2026 Outlook https://www.pwc.com/us/en/industries/consumer-markets/library/hospitality-and-leisure-deals-outlook.htmlHotel Dive — Hospitality M&A up sequentially in Q3 as investor optimism returns https://www.hoteldive.com/news/hospitality-acquisitions-mergers-increase-q3-2025-pwc/808006/Business Travel News — PwC: After Cautious 2025, Hospitality M&A Could Rise https://www.businesstravelnews.com/Intelligence/PwC-After-Cautious-2025-Hospitality-MA-Could-RiseHotel Management — PwC: U.S. hotel deal activity becomes 'more selective' https://www.hotelmanagement.net/transactions/pwc-us-hotel-deal-activity-becomes-more-selective
The Podcast That Rocked for 1/14/26. Kid Rock pandering Rock The Country festival announces many names, Bandcamp stands against AI, Real Back To The Beginning charity numbers, and more. Discussion Topics:Kid Rock's Rock The Country to ruin small townsBandcamp Bans AI MusicBack To The Beginning had misspoken charity amount raisedJohnny Craig documentary will be insaneMetallica going to The Sphere in Las VegasTaylor Momsen's ab workout playlist?Poison The Well to return with first new album in over a decadeUpcoming albums/tours/more SONG OF THE WEEK: Converge “We Were Never The Same” = https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yNfRyuSMiBcCRAZY Concert Stories From Welcome To Rockville = https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=inRGGnAn6Uk "It's this simple. Rock The Country isn't just a music festival; it's a movement," says Kid Rock. "In 2026, as America celebrates its 250th anniversary, this is a place for hard-working, God-fearing patriots to gather as one and celebrate freedom, music and the party of the year" We here at The Podcast That Rocked would like to remind anyone to not listen to Kid Rock. His music or anything he says in general.
Darkest Mysteries Online - The Strange and Unusual Podcast 2023
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Darkest Mysteries Online - The Strange and Unusual Podcast 2023
Scary Stories Of The Small TownsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/darkest-mysteries-online-the-strange-and-unusual-podcast-2026--5684156/support.Darkest Mysteries Online
Looking back at more of our favourite stories from 2025:Putting truth and reconciliation into practice: a special program in Manitoba teaches teachers ways of integrating the concepts into their classroom. And a sacred pipe is returned to a Saskatchewan First Nation after 135 years.And: As climate change heats up the air and dries out the ground, wine makers turn to methods both high-tech and ancient to protect their vineyards.Also: In small towns in Ontario and Quebec, hockey is a big deal. The Northern Premier Hockey League boasts professional quality hockey — including retired NHL players — played not for money, but for the love of the game.Plus: Medical schools try new ways of attracting and training future doctors, the need to keep young people in a popular retirement destination, a hospital drama brings an overlooked group of medical workers to the screen, and more.
This post contains affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.What happens when a former Harlequin author turns indie, builds a direct sales empire, and writes an entire series about small-town single dads? In this episode, I sit down with contemporary romance author Amy Knupp to talk about the business of romance and her cozy, Christmasy small-town world.We chat about Amy's journey from writing category romance for Harlequin to going fully indie, how she uses direct sales and Shopify to connect with readers, and why she loves writing emotional, character-driven small-town stories. Then we dive into her Single Dads of Dragonfly Lake series and her new Christmas romance Single Wish, featuring a grumpy Christmas tree farmer, a reformed mean girl, and a delicious second-chance enemies-to-lovers arc set in a Tennessee lake town.
In this episode of Set Lusting Bruce, host Jesse Jackson welcomes guest Jay Armstrong, a longtime friend and one of the podcast's earliest guests. Jay shares insights from his teaching experiences, where he used Bruce Springsteen's 'Thunder Road' as a poetic exercise for his students. The episode dives into the longstanding debate over whether Mary gets in the car and how perspectives on the song have evolved over time. Jay discusses his new book, 'Follow Your Dreams Down: Scenes from Small Towns, Jukebox Nights, and Roads That Give Second Chances,' which is a collection of short stories inspired by Springsteen's songs. The conversation also touches on Jay's experiences with his medical condition, the importance of resilience, and the challenges of writing fiction. Tune in for an engaging discussion about music, teaching, and the human experience, all through the lens of Bruce Springsteen's work. https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/PAN4570949113.mp3?updated=1764213605 00:00 Introduction and Special Guest Jay Armstrong 00:28 The Thunder Road Classroom Debate 03:10 Jay's New Book and Writing Journey 05:24 Exploring Themes in Bruce's Music 07:28 Jay's Fiction Writing Inspiration 10:56 Challenges of Writing Short Stories 18:16 Bruce Springsteen's Recent Works and Collaborations 23:41 Reflecting on Youth and Urgency 24:16 Anticipation for the Bruce Springsteen Movie 25:13 The Challenge of Being True to Oneself 26:47 The Fear of Rejection 28:12 Writing and Letting Go 29:37 Lessons from Living with a Condition 31:54 Memories and Stories of Loved Ones 33:08 The Absurdity of Love 36:10 Crafting a Book Like a Concert Setlist 40:45 Connecting with Readers 44:32 Final Thoughts and Farewell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
"Proudly Made: A Story of Reinvention in the Big Woods and Small Towns of the Pennsylvania Wilds" is a manual for postindustrial communities looking to leverage nature-based tourism for economic development. But it's much more than that -- it's also the story of author Ta Enos's journey from rural northwestern Pennsylvania to the world beyond, and the vision that brought her back home to help reinvent the region. We talk with the PA Wilds Center for Entrepreneurship founder and director about her memoir, recently recognized with the Governor's Keystone Award.
In this episode of Set Lusting Bruce, host Jesse Jackson welcomes guest Jay Armstrong, a longtime friend and one of the podcast's earliest guests. Jay shares insights from his teaching experiences, where he used Bruce Springsteen's 'Thunder Road' as a poetic exercise for his students. The episode dives into the longstanding debate over whether Mary gets in the car and how perspectives on the song have evolved over time. Jay discusses his new book, 'Follow Your Dreams Down: Scenes from Small Towns, Jukebox Nights, and Roads That Give Second Chances,' which is a collection of short stories inspired by Springsteen's songs. The conversation also touches on Jay's experiences with his medical condition, the importance of resilience, and the challenges of writing fiction. Tune in for an engaging discussion about music, teaching, and the human experience, all through the lens of Bruce Springsteen's work. 00:00 Introduction and Special Guest Jay Armstrong 00:28 The Thunder Road Classroom Debate 03:10 Jay's New Book and Writing Journey 05:24 Exploring Themes in Bruce's Music 07:28 Jay's Fiction Writing Inspiration 10:56 Challenges of Writing Short Stories 18:16 Bruce Springsteen's Recent Works and Collaborations 23:41 Reflecting on Youth and Urgency 24:16 Anticipation for the Bruce Springsteen Movie 25:13 The Challenge of Being True to Oneself 26:47 The Fear of Rejection 28:12 Writing and Letting Go 29:37 Lessons from Living with a Condition 31:54 Memories and Stories of Loved Ones 33:08 The Absurdity of Love 36:10 Crafting a Book Like a Concert Setlist 40:45 Connecting with Readers 44:32 Final Thoughts and Farewell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Truth Shall Make Ye Fret is a podcast in which your hosts, Joanna Hagan and Francine Carrel have emerged from Discworld and are now exploring the worlds of speculative fiction. This week, The Long Mars Part 1!Small Towns! Crab Towns! Mars! Find us on the internet:BlueSky: @makeyefretpod.bsky.socialInstagram: @TheTruthShallMakeYeFretFacebook: @TheTruthShallMakeYeFretEmail: thetruthshallmakeyefretpod@gmail.comPatreon: www.patreon.com/thetruthshallmakeyefretDiscord: https://discord.gg/29wMyuDHGP Want to follow your hosts and their internet doings? Follow Joanna on BlueSky @2hatsjo and follow Francine @francibambi Joanna has a new book out! American Teen Dramas - From Sunnydale to Riverdale (Hardcover - Signed)Things we blathered on about:David Ford Rainbow Mars - The Silent Planet Wiki Silurian hypothesis - Wikipedia Bozeman, Montana - WikipediaHumptulips - Revisiting WashingtonTTSMYF: The Dark Side of the Sun (41) | Strata (52)Brooke Bond Collectables - Tea Card Set Details - Out Into Space The inspiring scientists who saved the world's first seed bank - The GuardianSFBC Interview An SFBC exclusive interview with Terry Pratchett - L-SpaceIn conversation: Terry Pratchett and Gerald Seymour - The Guardian Robert Zubrin - Wikipedia US3652091A - Three player chess board - Google Patents Music: Chris Collins, indiemusicbox.com
This heartfelt episode features a candid conversation between Mike and Emma O'Connell, father-daughter members of O'Connell Family Funeral Homes, as they reflect on legacy, loss, and growing up in a family funeral home. From prom pranks to life-shaping grief experiences, they share the emotional realities and quiet joys that come with serving others in their most tender moments.Episode Highlights (Timestamps):00:01:00 – The rich family history behind OCFH00:03:00 – How funeral homes evolved from furniture makers00:06:30 – The threat of corporate consolidation in funeral care00:08:00 – Emma's winding journey to joining the family business00:10:55 – Memories of growing up around the funeral home00:14:30 – Mike's pride in watching Emma comfort grieving families00:16:30 – Childhood stories (yes, a scooter crash is involved)00:27:00 – Honoring a Pearl Harbor veteran00:32:00 – How grief changed Mike after his brother's death00:35:00 – Emma's personal take on compassion and legacy00:41:30 – The values Emma hopes to pass on to the next generationTakeaways:Funeral service is not just a profession, it's a calling.Legacy is built one story, one act of service, and one person at a time.Grief, when met with community and compassion, can shape a life of meaning.The little moments, like scooter crashes or meatball dinners, often leave the deepest marks.Family-run funeral homes offer a level of personal care that corporate chains cannot replicate.Memorable QuotesEmma O'Connell:You never know what someone's going through. That's why compassion matters.Grief doesn't scare me, it unites people.My job is to offer comfort in the storm.Church basement dinners? A core memory!
On your Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Family Realty Podcast, realty expert, Makenna Fenner is talking about Real Estate in Small Towns. Show is recorded at Grand Forks Best Source. For studio information, visit www.gfbestsource.com Or message us at bit.ly/44meos1 #grandforksnd @grandforksnd @THECHAMBERGFEGF #realestate #market #equity #grandforksbestsource #grandcities @homesgrandforks #berkshirehathaway
Lana Trantham runs Grace and Grit, a small-town emporium-style business selling unique kitchen and bath goods, organic pantry staples and handmade personal-care items. Lana learned retail and pottery merchandising from her mother while homeschooling four children; she now helps local makers sell through booth-style retail and community events.Janet Calhoun is a sixth-generation potter and co-owner of Traditions Pottery in Blowing Rock, North Carolina. She learned pottery at her family's production pottery and built a retail presence over decades—hosting twice-yearly wood-fired kiln openings, selling both wholesale and retail, and blending generational artisan techniques with modern retail strategies.In this episode: Lana and Janet discuss multi-generational craft traditions, building and merchandising small-town retail, collaborating with local makers, staging kiln openings and seasonal planning, and strategies for keeping community retail alive.We are doing our first-ever open call! You can submit your store or favorite store to be on the podcast because every store has a story behind it! Go to theretailwhorepodcast.com, click on SUBMIT YOUR STORE, fill out an easy form and we'll see you on the mic!We are doing our first-ever open call! You can submit your store or favorite store to be on the podcast because every store has a story behind it! Go to theretailwhorepodcast.com, click on SUBMIT YOUR STORE, fill out an easy form and we'll see you on the mic!What's inside:1. How family legacy and signature glazes/shapes create a collectible pottery brand and customer loyalty.2. Practical retail tactics for small-town shops: booth-style emporiums, cross-merchandising, monthly events, and partnering with local government for rent support.3. The logistics behind seasonal planning for handmade goods: kiln timing, wholesale collaborations, and balancing online sales with in-person tourist seasons.Bolick and Traditions Pottery InstagramBolick and Traditions Pottery WebsiteThe Local Exchange InstagramSupport the show
Welcome to the latest episode of the Rippling Pages. I'm having a coffee with Lee Cole, the American writer from Kentucky. And we're talking about balancing the feelings and ethics of writing about home. Now living a humdrum life in Kentucky, Emmett spends his days packing boxes in a warehouse. But what happens when he begins to dream of another life—and when those dreams start to fracture his family relationships? These questions lie at the heart of Fulfilment, Lee Cole's second novel. The book follows two half brothers whose clashing ambitions—Emmett's longing to be a screenwriter and his brother's academic ideals about “rural despair”—go beyond a simple difference in worldview. Something deeper threatens to pull them apart. Lee is a graduate of the Iowa Writers' Workshop, is also the author of Groundskeeping. Both his novels were published by Faber in the U.K. The New York Times has described his work as “Anne Tyler by way of Sally Rooney.” Originally from Kentucky, Lee joins me today from Philadelphia. Remember, if you buy from Rippling Pages Bookshop all books are all sourced from indie bookshops! https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/ripplingpagespod Support the Rippling Pages on a new Patreon https://patreon.com/RipplingPagesPod?utm_medi Interested in hosting your own podcast? Follow this link and find out how: https://www.podbean.com/ripplingpages 1.35 - Ann Tyler and Sally Rooney 5.05 - why Kentucky 7.25 - people who leave and stay in small towns 9.30 - why does Emmett wish he had what Joel has? 11.10 - southern fried rendition of Marx 12.10 - warehouses 16.12 - the difficulty of warehouse jobs 18.30 - Kentucky's beauty 19.45 - backgrounds and worldviews 21.45 - guilt about writing about home or 22.30 - rippling pages bookshop 23.35 - Alice's role 26.15 - Alice's dream of owning a farm 28.50 - knowing what our desires are 32.50 - writing about writers impulses Books Wendell Berry Annie Dillard Sigmund Freud Aldo Leopold Karl Marx Sally Rooney Anne Tyler John Updike
In small towns, fear doesn't always hide in the shadows. Sometimes it writes letters. Sometimes it carries a shotgun. In this episode of DEVIANT, host Dan Szematowicz takes you inside two real American nightmares. In Circleville, Ohio, thousands of anonymous letters turn a quiet town inside out, exposing secrets, destroying lives and leaving behind a mystery that's never solved. In Skidmore, Missouri, a man named Ken Rex McElroy terrorizes his neighbors for years while the law looks away. And then, one July afternoon, the town decides to take justice into its own hands. Two towns. Two reckonings. One truth: when fear becomes unbearable, silence breaks. Follow on Instagram and TikTok @deviant.podcast. SOURCES: State of Ohio v. Paul Freshour (1983); Columbus Dispatch archives; Circleville Herald archives; Unsolved Mysteries (NBC, 1993); CBS 48 Hours (2021); In Broad Daylight by Harry N. MacLean; Kansas City Star and Washington Post archives; FBI and Missouri State Highway Patrol case summaries. Copyright 2025, Cold Open Media LLC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, we sit down with "Oakes Folks" Jackie Knutson and Lisa Schulz, a mother–daughter duo who represent two generations deeply invested in their hometown. They talk about leaving and returning, building belonging, showing up for community, navigating change, and why small towns need to both embrace the future and remember the past in order to thrive. It's a heartfelt, grounded conversation about loving where you live, even when it's not perfect. About Jackie and Lisa: Jackie Knutson and Lisa Schulz are a mother–daughter pair deeply rooted in GST's hometown of Oakes, North Dakota. Jackie was born in Oakes in 1944, built her family and career here, and has spent decades serving through church, civic work, and everyday acts of community care. Lisa and her husband returned to Oakes after years in Colorado, drawn back by family, relationships, and the desire to live in a place where community is truly lived, not just a nice idea. Together, they model what it looks like to show up, volunteer, take pride in your town, and choose connection over convenience. They are the kind of neighbors who quietly make small towns work, and the conversation they share reflects the heart of what it means to belong to a place. In this episode, we cover: Jackie's decades-long perspective on how Oakes has changed and why progress, even when uncomfortable, matters. What brought Lisa and her husband back to Oakes after years away in Colorado, and how they've built community as "returners" Why small towns need people who show up (in every way) How negativity spreads in a community, and how to halt its spread Why building a thriving town requires both honoring the past and making room for the new Places Mentioned (For When You Come Visit Us in Oakes!): The Grand Theatre: https://www.facebook.com/p/Grand-Theatre-in-Oakes-100049102555697/ Oakes Chamber of Commerce: https://oakesnd.com/chamber Hockenberry Park: https://oakesnd.com/park-board Bingo at the American Legion: https://www.facebook.com/AmericanLegionOakes/ Oakes' Calendar (Bingo Nights!): https://oakesnd.com/calendar-listing.php?cid=1856 And, of course, our very own GST building. We'd love to see you! Sponsor Spotlight: Want to get your business in front of our audience? We are looking for podcast sponsors! Each season, we feature a select group of Small Business Partners—brands that share our mission to celebrate small-town life and big ideas. With a 4–6% average Facebook engagement rate (well above the industry average), 2,600+ loyal followers, and 45,000 monthly content views, we have an amazing, highly engaged audience of people who can't wait to learn more about you. When we feature you, your story, and your product/service, it's like a friend's recommendation, because it is. Want to know more? Reach out to us at hello@growingsmalltowns.org This week's Small-Town Shout-Out is: Lamoure, ND. Just a stone's throw away from Oakes, we're shouting them out today because we've heard people talk about it over and over (including Lisa on today's episode!) and Rebecca went to see it for herself, and it's so cool. It takes audacity and really knowing your community to build something like that in a small town, and that deserves recognition! Way to go! We Want to Hear From You! We really, really do, and if you'll let us, we'd love to feature your actual message just like we did with Terri's (with your permission, of course!) Some of the best parts about radio shows and podcasts are listener call-ins, so we've decided to make those a part of the Growing Small Towns Podcast. We really, really want to hear from you! We're have two "participation dance" elements of the show: "Small town humblebrags": Call in and tell us about something amazing you did in your small town so we can celebrate with you. No win is too small—we want to hear it all, and we will be excessively enthusiastic about whatever it is! You can call in for your friends, too, because giving shout-outs is one of our favorite things. "Solving Your Small-Town People Challenges": Have a tough issue in your community? We want to help. Call in and tell us about your problem, and we'll solve it on an episode of the podcast. Want to remain anonymous? Totally cool, we can be all secretive and stuff. We're suave like that. If you've got a humblebrag or a tricky people problem, call 701-203-3337 and leave a message with the deets. We really can't wait to hear from you! Get In Touch Have an idea for a future episode/guest, have feedback or a question, or just want to chat? Email us at hello@growingsmalltowns.org Subscribe + Review Thanks for tuning into this week's episode of The Growing Small Towns Show! If the information in our conversations and interviews has helped you in your small town, head out to Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Spotify, subscribe to the show, and leave us an honest review. Your reviews and feedback will not only help us continue to deliver relevant, helpful content, but it will also help us reach even more small-town trailblazers just like you!
On this special crossover episode, Dane Carlson joins Joe Barker on the Rural Strong Podcast to talk about Sitehunt, entrepreneurship, and the power of AI to help rural and small-community economic developers compete at scale. In this episode of Rural Strong, Joe and Dane explore how AI tools like Sitehunt automate site analysis, RFI responses, and data collection — giving small EDOs the same analytical firepower as their big-city counterparts. Dane shares his unlikely journey from early-2000s internet entrepreneur to chamber president in the Sierra Nevada foothills to Texas economic-development director to startup CEO. They discuss why feedback matters more than features, why execution beats ideas every time, and why even the smallest communities need a modern website, a plan, and the willingness to pivot. Dane also unpacks how child care, housing, and workforce shortages have become the new pillars of competitiveness, why AI is best thought of as a “dim-witted but persistent intern,” and how rural leaders can use technology to take back the information advantage from site selectors. Like this show? Please leave us a review here (https://econdevshow.com/rate-this-podcast/) — even one sentence helps! Ten Actionable Takeaways for Economic Developers Treat AI as an intern, not an oracle. Feed it data and context to get useful answers. Launch before you're ready. Iterate in public and let real feedback drive improvement. Build a website that sells your community. Clear contact info and photos matter more than fancy graphics. Use LinkedIn as your industry newspaper. Learn from and connect with other EDOs daily. Start a local podcast. It's the best modern BRE tool and a non-threatening way to engage businesses. Plan but pivot. No plan survives first contact with reality; stay nimble. Address child care and housing head-on. They're workforce issues now, not social ones. Prioritize execution over ideas. A mediocre idea well executed beats a brilliant idea untried. Save cash for the long haul. Entrepreneurs fail more often from running out of runway than from bad concepts. Ask for feedback early and often. It's how both products and communities get better.
Church Multiplication in Small Towns will explore practical strategies for planting and multiplying healthy churches in rural communities where resources and people often feel limited. This session will equip you with real tools and fresh vision to reach small towns with big Kingdom impact.Greg Hurlbut is the Lead Pastor of New Testament Church in Massena, NY, and also a contractor who somehow manages to juggle sermons and shingles. He's been married to his wife Jessica for 21 years, and together they're raising five kids— two through adoption and two with severe autism—which he says has been the greatest leadership training ground of all. Greg and Jessica also host the Full Spectrum Parent Podcast. He's passionate about building strong churches, equipping leaders, and occasionally convincing people that northern New York is not, in fact, Canada.We hope that this teaching left you more encouraged and equipped today. Ministers Fellowship International exists to help leaders build healthy, strong, impacting churches and to do so in a way that makes for a healthy leader.
I visited the troubled city of Salem, New Jersey. Joe's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joeysroadtrip/ Nic's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicole_from_philly/ Cost of living and crime source: AreaVibes https://www.areavibes.com US Census demographics source: Census Reporter https://censusreporter.org Travel Vlog 444
These are 3 True Scary Stories from Creepy Small TownsLinktree: https://linktr.ee/its_just_creepyStory Credits:►Sent in to https://www.justcreepy.net/Timestamps:00:00 Intro00:00:18 Story 100:25:06 Story 200:47:44 Story 3Music by:►'Decoherence' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wM_AjpJL5I4&t=0s► Myuu's channel http://bit.ly/1k1g4ey ►CO.AG Music http://bit.ly/2f9WQpeBusiness inquiries: ►creepydc13@gmail.com#scarystories #horrorstories #smalltownstories
In this episode of The AZREIA Show, hosts Marcus Maloney and Mike Del Prete interview hotel developer Mark Pomerenke, who builds quality lodging in rural America. Mark shares his journey from managing family motels to scaling a nationwide hotel business, discusses public-private partnerships and Tax Increment Financing (TIF), and reveals how faith and perseverance fueled his success. A must-listen for anyone interested in real estate, entrepreneurship, or inspiring success stories. Key Takeaways: 00:21 Mark Pomerenke Background in Hotel Development 00:58 First Steps in Hotel Development 03:11 Challenges and Strategies in Early Projects 06:22 Scaling Up and Vertical Integration 07:07 First Successful Project and Expansion 14:37 Navigating Financial Challenges 19:15 Brainstorming Investment Strategies 19:34 Building Partnerships in Small Towns 20:06 Navigating the Financial Crisis 20:43 Expanding into New Markets 21:08 The Importance of Pivoting 22:22 Faith and Resilience in Business 22:41 Scaling the Hotel Business 25:51 Innovative Business Models 31:19 Giving Back and Mentorship 33:04 Final Thoughts and Reflections -
Host Meg Wolitzer presents three stories about self-deception. In “Participation Trophy,” by Simon Rich, the author is taken to task by a discarded relic of childhood triumphs. The reader is Colton Dunn. Japanese playwright and novelist Betsuyaku Minoru creates an Industrial Age fable in “Factory Town.” The story was translated by Royall Tyler and is read by Suzy Nakamura. And a college student falls in love with the idea of love in Lauren Pruneski's “Mama, Mama,” read by Kirsten Vangsness. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The Trump administration's push to expand immigration enforcement -- as part of its deportation efforts -- has created job opportunities in small towns and cities.We head to one of them -- Folkston, Georgia, a community of about 2,800 residents..That number will soon swell as immigrant detainees fill up a growing ICE detention center at the edge of town. The center is in a old prison run by the private prison corporation, the GEO Group, and is set to become the nation's largest detention facility.We hear about the hopes and fears of the town's residents.For sponsor-free episodes of Consider This, sign up for Consider This+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org. Email us at considerthis@npr.org.This episode was produced by Liz Baker, Elena Burnett and Connor Donevan, with audio engineering by Hannah Gluvna. It was edited by Eric Westervelt and Justine Kenin. Our executive producer is Sami Yenigun.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
State officials want to clone Jonah Richard, an Orange County native who's building housing at a clip in the town where his family has lived for generations.
Today on Table Talk with BBYOInsider, we explore how geography shapes the BBYO journey. From bustling cities to tight knit small communities, we share what it's like to build community, find identity, and lead within BBYO no matter where we call home. Hear from members across different regions as they reflect on the unique challenges and shared connections that make BBYO a movement without borders.
Lucy Score; indie romance powerhouse joins Barely Famous for her first in-person pod to talk pen names, slow-burn swoon, and building a publishing empire from the ground up. We get the adorable origin of “Lucy,” how a self-published book hit #1 on Amazon, and the role Mr. Lucy plays running the business so she can write.Lucy talks about her brand-new series starter Story of My Life. We dig into writing sprints, why she only turns a book in when she's truly happy with it, navigating reviews with a thicker skin, audio-book casting, and the mindset shift from scarcity to “there's room for all of us.”If you love grumpy-sunshine, enemies-to-lovers, big-heart small towns, and behind-the-scenes author chat, this one's for you.Find Lucy: IG @scorelucy • lucyscore.comShop her books anywhere you buy books (indies encouraged!)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Timothy and Chase talk about Timothy's latest trip to Japan, the Peg, & vacationing in small towns. Customer Service Podcast on Instagram @customerservicepod Canoe Club on Instagram & YouTube @shopcanoeclub www.shopcanoeclub.com
Christian cozy mysteries are exploring UFO themes in surprising ways, blending faith-based storytelling with extraterrestrial intrigue. This niche offers readers clean fiction that asks big questions without compromising values. To learn more, visit: https://bettyjohansen.com/lillis-song/ Wordsmith World City: Big Spring Address: Texas Website: https://bettyjohansen.com/
"I am a lifelong learner" - Sandi LuckIn this conversation, Carol Schultz speaks with Sandy Luck, founder & CEO of Bully Brew Coffee, ND Coffee Roastery, and Board Room Coffee & Taphouse. They discuss the challenges and opportunities faced by women in male-dominated industries, particularly in the coffee business. Sandy shares her entrepreneurial journey, the importance of mentorship, and the dynamics of co-founder relationships. They explore customer acquisition strategies, the significance of company culture, and the financial aspects of running a business. Sandy emphasizes the need for independent coffee shops and her vision for growth while addressing the challenges of employee retention and workplace evolution. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Gender Dynamics in Business 03:04 Sandy Luck's Entrepreneurial Journey 05:59 Navigating Co-Founder Relationships 08:58 Customer Acquisition Strategies 11:55 Women in the Coffee Industry 14:48 Mentorship and Empowerment 17:49 Future Growth and Business Philosophy 19:22 The Cookie Cutter Model and Licensing Opportunities 20:27 Ambitious Growth Plans for Bully Brew Coffee 21:23 Community Engagement and Ownership in Small Towns 22:42 Empowering Employees and Building Future Owners 23:13 Creating a Welcoming Customer Experience 24:00 Revenue Targets and Financial Challenges 26:13 Bottlenecks to Growth and Risk Management 29:14 The Reality of Entrepreneurship and Work-Life Balance 31:14 Company Culture and Leadership Development 33:37 Evolution of the Workplace and Leadership Skills Connect With Host Carol SchultzFind more information about our host Carol Schultz and her company at Vertical Elevation, LinkedIn, and Instagram.Want to be our next guest expert? Email cat.gloria@verticalelevation.com with your information. And of course, click "follow" to stay up-to-date on new episodes and leave an honest review/rating letting us know what you thought!
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In the early 2000s, when she was doing legal work in her native Texas, Sheri Givens held state government roles that put her in the thick of energy policy-making. And in 2009, Texas Governor Rick Perry appointed Sheri the chief executive of Public Counsel of the Texas Office of Public Utility Counsel. That made her, in effect, the consumer advocate for all 20 million Texas utility ratepayers.To do that job well, Sheri wanted to sit down with consumers across the state. So she spent days crisscrossing the state in her truck advising consumers on their energy utility choices.Sheri went on to consultancy and executive roles in the energy sector. Now, as president and CEO of the Smart Electric Power Alliance (SEPA), a non-profit organization for energy sector professionals, she still has that same enthusiasm for empowering people. Amid tremendous demand for clean energy and deep uncertainty around federal energy policy, SEPA convenes folks from across the sector, the country, and the world to learn from each other. This week on With Great Power, Sheri shares why she's bullish on states' progress toward clean energy goals despite federal headwinds, and what strategies utilities are using to advance policy and innovation right now.With Great Power is a co-production of GridX and Latitude Studios.Subscribe on Apple, Spotify, or anywhere you get podcasts. For more reporting on the companies featured in this podcast, subscribe to Latitude Media's newsletter.Credits: Hosted by Brad Langley. Produced by Erin Hardick and Mary Catherine O'Connor. Edited by Anne Bailey. Original music and engineering by Sean Marquand. Stephen Lacey is executive editor. The Grid X production team includes Jenni Barber, Samantha McCabe, and Brad Langley.
#coltondowling and #DylanCarlino w/ #NickSimmons Go watch Waitresses: Episode 1 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i8ZE7IwHpeU&t=124s Episode 2 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7XlmD8WFQhY&t=11s Chapters: 0:05 – Plug for Waitresses & Patreon 1:05 – Tour Dates 1:27 – Addiction Talk 3:01 – Quitting Vapes, Withdrawals & Zen Pouches 4:05 – TRT Side Effects 5:04 – Bodybuilders, Trans Men & Testosterone 6:01 – Comedy, Muscles & Body Dysmorphia 8:00 – Aging, Steroids & Skincare Routines 9:01 – Soap ≠ Moisturizer 11:03 – Growing Up in the Bronx & Italian Family Homes 12:48 – Living Alone vs. With Roommates 15:11 – Grindr in Small Towns 19:05 – Hooking Up With Fans 21:25 – Bad Hookups, Hairy Buttholes & Dealbreakers 22:41 – Kink Stories (Leashes & Roleplay) 23:56 – Daddy vs. Sir Debate 24:08 – More Plugs 27:10 – Natty or Not 29:02 – Wrestling Story: Nose Tampon & Singlet Embarrassment 30:27 – Football Announcer Trolling in High School 31:44 – Body Dysmorphia & Cutting Weight for Wrestling 32:18 – TRT for Dad & Old Man Erections 33:23 – Loads, Shrinking Balls & HCG 35:52 – Comedy Grind vs. Wanting Kids Someday 36:52 – OnlyFans Backup Career Plan 37:46 – Gay Fans, Paid Meet & Greets & Grabby Moments 39:43 – Gay Labels: Bears, Cubs, Otters & More 40:59 – Big D!cks vs. Small D!cks 42:00 – Do You Have Any Questions for Us? 48:00 – The Big Question 51:30 – Plugs Follow Nick Simmons: Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/notnicksimmons/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@NotNickSimmons Follow the Show: Spotify- https://open.spotify.com/show/0rIdFG1tD5NPDm9bwgd0B5 Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/someofthisisbad/ TikTok- https://www.tiktok.com/@someofthisisbad Patreon- https://patreon.com/SomeofThisisBad?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=creatorshare_fan&utm_content=join_link Follow Colton Dowling: Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/coltondowling/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/colton_dowling TikTok- https://www.tiktok.com/@coltondowling Follow Dylan Carlino: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dylanpcarlino/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@dylanpcarlino TOUR - https://punchup.live/dylancarlino Follow Jimmy Clifford: Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/thejimmyclifford/ Production Company- https://www.instagram.com/arrogantmenacecomedy/
In this week's The Industrialist: Retail Recap, Jeremy, Bob, and Rob welcome special guest Zach Spletter, Senior Real Estate Manager for T-Mobile, for a deep dive into retail site selection, tenant mix, and the changing competitive landscape. They swap stories from hundreds of T-Mobile deals, small-town expansion strategies, and why outparcels still rule. The conversation shifts to retail market trends—from Starbucks, Chipotle, and 7-Eleven performance to the “Buc-ee's effect” and the latest QSR rankings. The guys also cover lease negotiations, bankruptcy fallout, co-tenancy battles, and Dallas-Fort Worth's fiercely competitive brokerage scene. Last but not least they give updates dates on bonus depreciation, Rollertown Beer Works' massive new Frisco facility, Paper City's top Dallas pizza picks, and what's driving today's restaurant, banking, and service leasing boom.Connect:Jeremy Mercer LinkedInRob Franks LinkedInBob Moorhead LinkedInZach Spletter LinkedIn
Talking it up with rising local Cajun TikTok creator, Cory Ledoux. He is a local fitness guy who is finding some success sharing things he loves about the Cajun culture and the local area.TikTok: @ledouxitt — https://www.tiktok.com/@ledouxitt?_t=ZP-8xh6bL9d0TW&_r=1Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/@cory.ledoux.37/?hr=1&_rdrHis LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/ledouxit0:00 - Intro & Sponsors 2:50 - Meet Cory Ledoux 3:09 - From Dietitian to Wellness Advocate 5:55 - What is Functional Health? 8:12 - 42 and Thriving 12:14 - Cory's TikTok Journey 14:41 - Viral “Lost Bread” Video 15:35 - Growing Up in Mamou & Eunice 19:12 - Cajun Culture in Small Towns 26:29 - Who's Really Cajun? 32:04 - Olive Garden Was a Big Deal 37:57 - Why Cajun Restaurants Struggle 42:10 - North vs South of I-10 Debate 46:38 - Ben Calls Out Cory's “Pas Bon” Videos 51:00 - Real Cinjun Talk 1:04:00 - What's Next for Cory on TikTok 1:17:00 - Advice for Experiencing Real Louisiana ⸻
In this episode, Tork and Sawyer kick things off with a look at farm life, crop updates, and a hard-hitting market rundown—complete with plenty of honesty about the challenges currently facing agriculture. The guys don't shy away from the tough stuff, diving into topics like tanking grain and meat exports, the impact of tariffs, and the shifting global economy.But it's not all stats and politics. You'll hear about Sawyer's adventures hosting a Fourth of July party, Tork's advice on lasting marriages for newlyweds, and a fiery discussion on whether success means moving to the city—or if small towns really are where it's at.The episode also covers trending listener questions, from market moves and farm management tips to the infamous Epstein list and thoughts on the state of American democracy. As always, the guys throw in some laughs, hard-won wisdom, and an open invitation for you to join in on future Q&As.So grab your seat in the barn—this episode is packed with cornfield common sense, a healthy dose of sarcasm, and plenty of rural real talk.Shop Farmer Grade
On this special episode of Destination on the Left, I talk with Karen Kuhl (Executive Director, Tour Cayuga, NY), Lauren Sackett (CEO, Rhinelander Chamber of Commerce, WI), and Roni Weiss (Executive Director, Travel Unity) all about the nuances of inclusivity in the travel and tourism industry. We discuss how destinations can actively create environments where every traveler and resident feels a sense of belonging. Discover the landscape of DEAI (Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusion) and gain practical advice on how to make tourism more accessible and authentic. What You Will Learn in This Episode: Implementing DEAI initiatives in rural and small-town tourism communities, and the impact these efforts have on both residents and visitors Why transparency, community input, and vulnerability are critical in making a destination truly welcoming for all, not just in intention but in actionable practice What social impact means through a tourism lens, and how prioritizing inclusivity supports both the local community and the visitor experience How organizations can start with small, meaningful steps—such as improving website accessibility or forming advisory groups—to advance DEAI practices, even with limited resources and staffing What practical strategies destinations can use to measure the success and ROI of their inclusion initiatives How empathy, humility, and realistic goal-setting play a fundamental role in sustaining progress on DEAI efforts, even when facing criticism or limited momentum Shifting from Intentions to Actions Travel professionals often assume they are, by default, welcoming, but wanting to welcome everyone and actually creating a place where everyone feels welcome are two very different things. My guests emphasize that building an authentically inclusive environment requires deep listening, transparency, and sometimes vulnerability. Roni Weiss outlined Travel Unity's perspective, explaining that inclusion isn't just aspirational—it's measurable. He described public standards focusing on three levels: leadership and workforce, community engagement, and the traveler's experience. The overarching message? DEAI isn't merely about not excluding—it's proactive work that touches every level of an organization. Social Impact Beyond the Tourist While tourism is often measured by economic indicators, genuine social impact weaves together the needs of visitors and residents alike. Karen Kuhl stressed that her work in Cayuga County, home to Harriet Tubman's legacy, is community-centric: tourism isn't just for visitors, after all, but for all the residents who live in a destination too. DEAI initiatives must ripple inward before they shine outward. Working in rural northern Wisconsin, Lauren Sackett shared that enhancing accessibility, like mapping out trail accessibility and filtering for diverse-owned businesses, is as much about serving aging and differently abled residents as it is about attracting new visitor demographics. Tourism isn't just about bringing travelers in; it's about the community as a whole. Practical Steps for Small Towns and Rural Destinations Even if you're a limited-budget organization, you can meaningfully implement DEAI. My guests' advice is to start small, but start now. Identify community values, tap into available grants, and build from within—embedding inclusive principles into staff roles, outreach, and even RFPs for outside vendors. DEAI principles should be everybody's work and on everybody's task list, which is why advisory boards are a resourceful way to bring diverse voices into decision-making without overhauling governance structures. Authentic inclusion is a journey, not a checkbox. Be humble, honest, kind, and patient, my guests recommend leading with empathy and listening to those with lived experience. Resources: Karen Kuhl: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karen-kuhl/ Lauren Sackett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-sackett-iom-b2a5a59a/ Roni Weiss: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roniweiss/ We value your thoughts and feedback and would love to hear from you. Leave us a review on your favorite streaming platform to let us know what you want to hear more of. Here is a quick tutorial on how to leave us a rating and review on iTunes!
Elvira Bary is an author, researcher, and creator working at the intersection of storytelling, self-discovery, and political insight. She also runs an insightful YouTube channel on Russian politics, history, and culture, where she explores how Russia's history continues to shape the choices that the country makes today. Elvira writes historical fiction and dark fantasy rooted in Russian history and imagination, blending rich detail with unexpected twists, very much in accordance with Russian history itself, narrative that are being reshaped and challenged in the light of Putin's decision to invade Ukraine full-scale in 2022.----------LINKS:https://elvirabary.com/about-elvira/ https://www.youtube.com/@elvirabary https://x.com/elvirabary ----------DESCRIPTION:Exploring Russian History, Culture, and Contemporary Politics with Elvira BarryIn this episode, Jonathan interviews Vera Barry, an author, researcher, and creator who specializes in Russian history, culture, and politics. They discuss the intricacies of Russian historical fiction, the current socio-political climate in Russia, and the far-reaching implications of Putin's regime. Vera shares her personal experiences, including her career challenges following her anti-war stance, her battle with cancer, and her journey as an immigrant in the United States. The conversation also delves into the cultural isolation caused by the Iron Curtain, the psychology of Russian wartime narratives, and the lack of Western integration for Russian literary talent.----------CHAPTERS:00:00 Introduction to Elvira Barry00:38 The Impact of Russian History on Modern Politics00:58 Support and Gratitude01:45 Elvira's Background and Motivations03:41 Challenges Faced by Russian Intellectuals05:20 The Emotional Toll of War08:13 The Struggle of Russian Dissidents09:32 Elvira's Journey to YouTube12:14 Exploring Russian History Through Fiction13:42 The Dark Legacy of Russian History17:21 The Russian Revolution and Its Aftermath17:41 Russian Immigrants in China20:50 The Rise of Totalitarianism in Russia24:48 Western Misunderstandings of Russian Intentions28:12 The Philosophical Divide Between Russia and the West31:22 The Legacy of Soviet Intellectual Property34:38 The Cultural Impact of Russian Literature37:35 Cultural Erasure and Fabricated Confidence38:24 A Father's Inventive Spirit41:46 Struggles and Sacrifices in Russia42:28 Conformity and Non-Conformity in Putin's Russia46:10 The War in Ukraine and Its Impact49:42 Life in Small Towns and Military Contracts53:16 Escaping Russia: A Hairdresser's Story57:22 The Psychology of Vatniks and Propaganda01:02:17 Fantasy Literature and Male Identity in Russia01:06:29 Challenges for Russian Authors in the West01:09:57 Promoting Russian Culture and Experience01:13:05 Conclusion and Future Topics----------SUPPORT THE CHANNEL:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtainhttps://www.patreon.com/siliconcurtain----------TRUSTED CHARITIES ON THE GROUND:Save Ukrainehttps://www.saveukraineua.org/Superhumans - Hospital for war traumashttps://superhumans.com/en/UNBROKEN - Treatment. Prosthesis. Rehabilitation for Ukrainians in Ukrainehttps://unbroken.org.ua/Come Back Alivehttps://savelife.in.ua/en/Chefs For Ukraine - World Central Kitchenhttps://wck.org/relief/activation-chefs-for-ukraineUNITED24 - An initiative of President Zelenskyyhttps://u24.gov.ua/Serhiy Prytula Charity Foundationhttps://prytulafoundation.orgNGO “Herojam Slava”https://heroiamslava.org/kharpp - Reconstruction project supporting communities in Kharkiv and Przemyślhttps://kharpp.com/NOR DOG Animal Rescuehttps://www.nor-dog.org/home/----------
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Think the BRRRR method (buy, rehab, rent, refinance, repeat) is dead because of high interest rates and rising home prices? Think again. We're doing BRRRR deals right now that are making us cash flow and serious equity while most investors sit on the sidelines. But how do we FIND these money-making BRRRR deals? We're sharing the new BRRRR formula in today's episode, along with more questions and answers from the BiggerPockets Forums. Besides uncovering our BRRRR secrets, we're helping an investor scale from single-family rentals to multifamily rentals. This is a BIG jump, and there's a smarter way to scale your way up to big, new-build multifamily buildings. Next, an investor finally sees the light, realizing cash flow ISN'T everything. He's about to walk into a nice chunk of equity with his new property, but is the cash flow TOO low (should he worry)? What were you thinking about when you were 18? Maybe you were stressing out about college applications or sleeping in until noon. One ambitious young investor wants to get his first rental at just 18 years old, but on this rare occasion, we advise against it. If you're in his position, too, we'd recommend doing something else first. Finally, are “small towns” too risky to invest in? How small is too small? We're getting into it in this episode! Looking to invest? Need answers? Ask your question on the BiggerPockets Forums! In This Episode We Cover: How to BRRRR in 2025 and how Henry finds his undervalued real estate deals The pitfalls of scaling from single to multifamily rentals and how to do it the right way Is a low cash flow rental worth it for a five-figure equity gain once purchased? How to start investing in real estate at a very young age (18 years old!) Investing in small towns and how to see where the big companies are going first And So Much More! Links from the Show Join BiggerPockets for FREE Let Us Know What You Thought of the Show! Ask Your Question on the BiggerPockets Forums BiggerPockets YouTube Apply to Be a Podcast Guest Try REsimpli, The Only All-In-One Real Estate Investor CRM Software That Helps You Manage Data, Marketing, Sales, and Operations Grab the BRRRR Book, “Buy, Rehab, Rent, Refinance, Repeat” Sign Up for the BiggerPocket Real Estate Newsletter Find an Investor-Friendly Agent in Your Area Ask Your Question on the BiggerPockets Forums Connect with Dave (00:00) Intro (01:00) How to BRRRR in 2025 (09:03) Scaling from Single to Multifamily (15:36) Low Cash Flow Worth It? (20:09) Start Investing at 18? (24:20) Buying in “Small” Towns (31:13) Ask Your Question! Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/real-estate-1086 Interested in learning more about today's sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email advertise@biggerpockets.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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