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Host Joe DeMare talks about the Canadian wildfires and Greta Thunberg's change of focus to the plight of the Palestinians. Next he interviews Tim Judson of NIRS about Trump's executive orders that sacrifice health and safety of Americans to the gods of nuclear power. Rebecca Wood discusses the Pitcairn Islands on the anniversary of the HMS Bounty mutiny. Ecological News includes solar beating nuclear worldwide, sodium batteries powering scooters in China, and the collapse of Ireland's ocean ecosystem because of the extermination of the Sprat.
Regional Reporter, Teresa Mannion reports on the call for a total ban on inshore fishing by industrial trawlers which is becoming an increasingly divisive issue amongst coastal communities in Cork and Kerry.
The Dolphins and Whales waged a fierce warfare with each other. When the battle was at its height, a Sprat lifted its head out of the waves, and said that he would reconcile their... #story AcreSoft Story Classic https://acresoft.contactin.bio Like one who grabs a dog by the ears is a passerby who meddles in a quarrel not his own. Proverbs 26:17 BSB
Alex Fournier, Director of Composite Operations at Enertek, discusses the importance and training of SPRAT certification for wind turbine technicians. He details the certification levels, recent changes in safety standards, and the significance of proper protective gear and equipment maintenance in rope access and blade repair. Sign up now for Uptime Tech News, our weekly email update on all things wind technology. This episode is sponsored by Weather Guard Lightning Tech. Learn more about Weather Guard's StrikeTape Wind Turbine LPS retrofit. Follow the show on Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn and visit Weather Guard on the web. And subscribe to Rosemary Barnes' YouTube channel here. Have a question we can answer on the show? Email us! Allen Hall: With wind turbine scaling up and rope access becoming more critical. Technicians need proper training for safe and efficient blade repairs. This week we speak with Alex Fournier director of Composite Operations at Enertek, Alex brings insight on the spread certification process and how recent changes are enhancing safety. Efficiency for technicians working at Height. Speaker 2: Welcome to Uptime Spotlight, shining Light on Wind. Energy's brightest innovators. This is the progress powering tomorrow. Allen Hall: Alex, welcome to the program. Alex Fournier: Thank you guys for having me once again. Allen Hall: Yeah, we're glad to have you back. There's been so much so many changes that has happened since the last time you were here, but today we want to talk about SPRAT training and. What this means for the industry and what the latest and greatest is in terms of sprt. And for those who don't know what SPRT is, it's actually an acronym like most things in Wind, it's the Society of Professional Rope Access Technicians, and they create [00:01:00] the standards around. The knowledge you're supposed to have and the skills you're supposed to have if you want to climb with rope access. Now. I, Alex, I wanna start off first, like how big of a problem do we have right now on the training on rope access technicians? I see a lot of variation across the United States in particular. Are you seeing the same thing, that they're just not so much a concrete standard everybody's using? Alex Fournier: I think in Canada, like we don't have that many schools that offer the course, first of all. So I think we don't have much in the east Coast. We probably have what? Three, four. In the west coast they have a little bit more. And it's often like vendors that will offer it. So it's a mistress, for example, offered a course. They do IDA and spread. I did my course at Novel in Montreal, which is one of the best training center I've seen in all my years of Rob Access. Celtic Falcon too in the East coast. Really good training center. But I [00:02:00] think since we don't have that many, everyone is kinda like on the same page, so everyone talked to each other and the course is pretty well structured, at least in Canada. Before when I started the course was four days, and then you had one days for the exam. So it's a lot to learn in four days, but now they changed it to five days of course, and then one extra day for the exam. So that give you much time to train and, if you don't understand something you can. You can really take the time to really understand it. So you're ready for the exam. Joel Saxum: Alex, let me ask you a question about SPRAT and ia, right? 'cause Sprat is the North American version. IRATA is usually the EU version or rest of the world version. They are they're organizations that push this safety forward and there's, this is how we should do things. And a lot of times a company will adopt it, say, X, Y, Z operator says, if you're gonna be on ropes on my site, you must be sprat level, this level, that level, that, however. Correct me if I'm wrong here, but this is my take on it. They're not actually like a [00:03:00] governmental association.
GB2RS News Sunday the 25th of August 2024 The news headlines: The RSGB 2024 Convention will feature a microcontroller programming workshop You can take the RSGB Morse competency test at National Hamfest this year RSGB Board Director Peter Bowyer, G4MJS to take on Board Liaison roles for contesting and trophies At this year's RSGB Convention, there will be a workshop to introduce attendees to microcontroller programming through a short presentation followed by practical exercises. The Society aims to widen the programming skills in the amateur radio community and introduce individuals to radio-related usage of Micro Controller Units, or MCUs. If you attend the workshop, you will receive a genuine Arduino board, a set of DuPont wires, a breadboard and two specific devices which you will be able to take away with you at the end of the workshop. The exercises will take you through using the Arduino IDE, basic programming and interfacing to the provided devices. You need to pre-register as spaces are limited to just 20 people. The workshop and hardware are free, but in return for the £10 booking fee, you will receive a copy of the book “Microcontroller Know How” by Mark Jones, G0MGX. You must be a ticket holder for the Convention to be able to take part. To find out more and to book your place, go to the RSGB website at rsgb.org/convention and choose the workshops and forums tab on the right-hand menu. If you're going to the National Hamfest on the 27th and 28th of September, why not try the RSGB Morse competency test? You don't have to book in advance, just visit the RSGB village area. You can be tested at 10, 12, 15, 20, 25 or 30 words per minute so you don't have to be a CW expert. If you pass the test, you'll either receive a certificate on the day or it will be sent to you electronically shortly after. Eric Arkinstall, M0KZB is the RSGB Morse Competency Project Lead and he will guide you through the test process. If you don't want to do the test you can still drop in to try Morse for the first time or pick up some hints and tips. It will be a busy event so whilst there will be headphones available, you're welcome to bring your own if you prefer. Eric looks forward to seeing you at the event! If you have any questions, please contact Eric via morse.tests@rsgb.org.uk The RSGB Board Chair has announced that new Director Peter Bowyer, G4MJS will take on the Board Liaison roles for contesting and trophies. If you would like to contact Peter, his email address is g4mjs@rsgb.org.uk This year's Youngsters on the Air camp in the Czech Republic finished on Friday the 23rd of August after an action-packed week. The RSGB representative Rhys Williams, M0WGY took part in a range of amateur radio activities that included kit building, ARDF and surface-mount technology as well as a day trip into Prague. Rhys also made the most of the great station setup and enjoyed plenty of airtime. This included making over 100 QSOs on the 40m band whilst operating special callsign OL24YOTA, which he has said was good to practise his pile-up management. You can read more from Rhys by going to rsgb.org/yota-camp and reading his daily blog. This year's camp was organised by the IARU Region 1 Youth Working Group together with the Czech Radio Club. The next event in the popular 145 Alive series takes place on Sunday the 29th of September 2024. The event will run from 1 pm to 4 pm and there will be nets operating in most Maidenhead Squares across England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland. To take part in the event, which is designed to promote FM activity on the 2m band, all you need to do is call in and make contact with others. The organisers are looking for more net controllers. If you would like to run a net, contact Mark Savage, M0XIC via the 145 Alive Facebook page. The date has been confirmed for the Twelfth Scottish Microwave Round Table GMRT. The event will take place on Saturday the 9th of November 2024 at the Museum of Communication, Burntisland, Fife. Lunch will be provided and an optional dinner will be held in the evening at a local hotel. The programme is now confirmed and online booking is available via the GMRT website at gmroundtable.org.uk or by emailing Colin, GM4HWO at gm4hwo@gmail.com National Hamfest is only a few weeks away. Early-bird advance tickets are currently available but this offer finishes on Saturday the 31st of August. Visit nationalhamfest.org.uk for more details and booking information. And finally, don't forget to listen out for all the stations that are on the air for the British Inland Waterways on the Air event this weekend. To read more about the event visit Nunsfield House Amateur Radio Group's website at nharg.org.uk and follow the ‘BIWOTA 2024' link. And now for details of rallies and events Milton Keynes Amateur Radio Society Rally is taking place today, the 25th. The venue is Heron's Lodge Guide Activity Centre, Bradwell Road, Loughton Lodge, Milton Keynes, MK8 9AA. The doors open to the public from 9 am. The entrance fee is £3 and free parking is available. For trader and exhibitor enquiries please email rally@mkars.org.uk Outdoor pitches and indoor tables are available. For more information visit mkars.org.uk Torbay Annual Communications Fair is also taking place today, the 25th, at Newton Abbot Racecourse, TQ12 3AF from 10 am. This is an indoor event with free parking, a bring-and-buy area, an RSGB bookstall and on-site catering. For more information email rally@tars.org.uk Huntingdonshire Amateur Radio Society Annual Rally is taking place tomorrow, Monday the 26th, at Ernulf Academy, St Neots, PE19 2SH. The gates open for traders at 7 am and for the public at 9 am. The entrance fee is £3. Free car parking, an RSGB bookstall, a bring-and-buy area, catering, and indoor and outdoor stalls will be available. For more information email henry_hirst@hotmail.com or phone 01480 214282. Saffron Walden Radio Ham and CB Club Rally will run from Friday the 30th of August to Sunday the 1st of September in the CM22 6BH area. For more information about fees, and directions, visit the event's Facebook page or email swrc73@gmail.com Telford Hamfest is set to take place on Sunday the 1st of September at Harper Adams University near Newport, Shropshire. The doors open at 10.15 am and admission is £5. Children up to age 16 will be admitted free of charge. Free parking, catering, an RSGB bookstall, and a bring-and-buy area will be available on site. For more details visit tdars.org.uk or email John, M0JZH at hamfest@tdars.org.uk September marks the golden anniversary of the G-QRP Club, which was started by the Reverend George Dobbs, G3RJV in 1974. The Club will be marking its 50th anniversary at its annual Convention over the weekend of the 31st of August to the 1st of September. The event takes place in parallel with the Telford Hamfest at the Harper Adams University Campus near Newport, Shropshire. Following a buildathon and social supper on the Saturday, there are a number of speakers lined up on Sunday, including Hans Summers, G0UPL talking about his QRP kits. Non-members are welcome to come along on the Sunday and enjoy the Hamfest and the G-QRP Club talks. Full details are on the G-QRP Club website at gqrp.com Following the Convention, the Club is running an activity period called ‘Low and Clear' throughout September. A number of QRP stations are being activated across the UK and in other countries, with ‘LOW' or ‘QRP' in their special callsigns. Stations working a number of them will receive a certificate, and the ‘best' logs will be awarded prizes which have been donated by traders who advertise in the Club's journal Sprat. Again, details can be found on the Club's website. You can find details of a new RSGB book celebrating 50 years of the G-QRP Club in the September issue of RadCom. Now the Special Event news Special callsign YQ60YODXC is active until the 31st of August to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the YO DX Club. For details of certificates that are available, see QRZ.com Marking the 25th anniversary since Poland joined the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation, special callsign HF25NATO will be active until the 31st of August. QSL via Logbook of the World or Club Log's OQRS. A certificate will be available for download via tinyurl.com/hf25nato Now the DX news Today, the 25th, a team from Guernsey Amateur Radio Society is operating a Parks on the Air station on Lihou Island, just off the coast of Guernsey. The park reference for the location is GG-0005 and activity is planned from 6 am to 3 pm. Operators will be using SSB and data modes on the HF bands but will also be available on the 2m band for local calls. Alex, SQ9UM is active as D4UM from Sal Island, AF-086, in Cape Verde until tomorrow, the 26th. He is operating CW, SSB, FT8 and FT4 on the 80 to 6m bands. QSL via Alex's home call. QSOs will be uploaded to ClubLog. Holger, DG3FEH is active as S79/DG3FEH from Mahe [MA-HAY], AF-024, in the Seychelles until the 27th of August. He is operating using SSB on the 40, 20 and 15m bands and also via the QO-100 satellite. QSL via the Bureau to Holger's home call. Now the contest news The World-Wide Digi DX Contest started at 1200UTC on Saturday the 24th of August and runs until 1200UTC today, Sunday the 25th of August. Using FT4 and FT8 on the 160 to 10m bands, where contests are permitted, the exchange is your four-character locator. Today, the 25th, the UK Microwave Group 5.7 and 10GHz Contest runs from 0600 to 1800UTC. Using all modes on 5.7 and 10GHz frequencies, the exchange is signal report, serial number and locator. On Tuesday the 27th, the SHF UK Activity Contest runs from 1830 to 2130UTC. Using all modes on 2.3 to 10GHz frequencies, the exchange is signal report, serial number and locator. The UK and Ireland Contest Club DX SSB Contest starts at 1200UTC on Saturday the 31st of August and runs until 1200UTC on Sunday the 1st of September. Using SSB on the 80 to 10m bands, where contests are permitted, the exchange is signal report and serial number. UK and Ireland stations also send their district code. The Worked All Britain DX Contest starts at 1200UTC on Saturday the 31st of August and runs until 1200UTC on Sunday the 1st of September. The exchange is a report, serial number and Worked All Britain square, where applicable. Entries need to be with the contest manager by the 11th of September. Visit the Worked All Britain website for more information and to read more on the rules for the contest. Now the radio propagation report, compiled by G0KYA, G3YLA, and G4BAO on Thursday the 22nd of August 2024 We had yet another week with a high solar flux and relatively calm geomagnetic conditions. The solar flux index ended up at 239 on Thursday the 22nd, while the Kp index has been below 4 since Sunday the 18th. There are currently 11 active sunspot regions on the Sun's surface and there is a 20% chance of a major X-class solar flare according to the NOAA Space Weather Prediction Center. There are signs that HF propagation may be improving, but it will probably be another month or so before we see any large change. This is due to the summer doldrums that see the ionosphere harder to ionise due to a change in its chemical composition. By mid to late September, we will start to see a change to autumnal conditions and DX will start to open up again on the higher bands. Having said that, there is still DX to be had. The N5J DXpedition to Jarvis Island in the Pacific Ocean proved that the DX is workable, but the path was mainly open to well-equipped stations with beams and linear amplifiers. 15m remains the best DX band and there are occasional openings on the 12m band. The 10m band may come into its own as we head into September and October. According to the NOAA Space Weather Prediction Center, solar cycle 25 likely reached its highest sunspot number yet of at least 299 on the 8th of August. This may increase further, but we may be close to solar maximum. Next week, NOAA predicts that the solar flux index will remain around 200 to 210. Geomagnetic conditions will depend almost entirely on the occurrence of coronal mass ejections, or CMEs. And, as we are at a particularly active part of the solar cycle, flares and CMEs are very prevalent. And now the VHF and up propagation news from G3YLA and G4BAO The overview for the coming week is that, although some fronts will affect the north and west at times, there are only a few that reach down to the southeast of Britain. This means that rain scatter is more likely in northern areas. There will be weak high pressure over southern areas for much of the coming week and, although not enough for a full-blown Tropo event, conditions should be a little ‘up', especially for paths into the near continent or across the North Sea. Meteor scatter is back to a more random approach since the broad peak of the August Perseids comes to an end. The solar conditions mean that auroras can be a possible element of operating excitement in the coming week. Remember to look out for a disturbed Kp index value of 6 or greater. The last part of the sporadic-E season is playing out this week taking us to the end of the month. These 'last hurrahs' are usually characterised by QSOs of very limited duration on the 10m band, or perhaps up to 6m, and mainly over the southern half of Europe. This usually favours southern UK stations but, notwithstanding the previous comments, some years have seen isolated Sporadic-E events in the first part of September. But they are certainly not reliable. Moon declination is positive but still rising, reaching maximum on Wednesday, so long Moon visibility windows and high peak elevations continue. We are past perigee now, so path losses are increasing again. 144MHz sky noise is low but increasing to a moderate 500 Kelvin on Wednesday before falling back to low at the end of the week. And that's all from the propagation team this week.
Tony Fishpool, G4WIF, is still active in the United Kingdoms G-QRP Club and contributes to the quarterly Sprat Magazine, is the author of a book on Test Equipment for the QRPer, an numberious article on equipment building with particular attention to detail and budget. I am please to present to you this re-edited and mastered QSO with Tony Fishpool, G4WIF.
Welcome to the Instant Trivia podcast episode 869, where we ask the best trivia on the Internet. Round 1. Category: apples 1: The Tree Top Company's website has recipes for the Sour Cream and Dutch Kitchen types of this. pie. 2: Most apples come from trees grown not from seeds but by this process. Grafting. 3: Being packed with pectin makes apples an excellent source of this in the diet. fiber. 4: Unlike the tech version, there's no "A" in the name of this apple named for the finder of the1st seedling in 1811. McIntosh. 5: This preparation is a favorite accompaniment of foods from pork to latkes. applesauce. Round 2. Category: nursery rhyme time 1: Quite contrary gardener's yellow birds. Mary's canaries. 2: Nonfat eating Jack's pet animals. Sprat's cats. 3: Little Bo's mighty jumps. Peep's leaps. 4: Little Jack's funeralgoers. Horner's mourners. 5: Fat-free Jack's pieces of neckwear. Sprat's cravats. Round 3. Category: strike! 1: In bowling, a turkey is this many strikes. 3. 2: When you "strike" this fuel, natural gas mixed in with it can expand and propel it upward through the drill bore. Oil. 3: It strikes when electric potential in the atmosphere tops 10,000 volts per centimeter. Lightning. 4: Something that sounds familiar strikes one of these musical combinations. Chord. 5: For striking in 1981 in defiance of his orders, this man fired 11,345 members of the air traffic controllers' union. Ronald Reagan. Round 4. Category: comic strippers 1: Ruff,Mr. Wilson,Dennis Mitchell. Dennis the Menace. 2: Mammy Yokum,Daisy Mae,Sadie Hawkins. Li'l Abner. 3: The King,Sir Rodney,The Spirit. The Wizard of Id. 4: Aunt May,Dr. Doom,J. Jonah Jameson. Spider-Man. 5: Elly, John, Michael, Elizabeth and April Patterson. For Better or for Worse. Round 5. Category: what brought that on? 1: A 1990 Commons debate on closer ties with Europe brought on her famous shout of "No! No! No!". Margaret Thatcher. 2: In 1987 this anchor walked off, leaving CBS black for 6 minutes, because a tennis match cut into the news. Dan Rather. 3: Anita Hill's accusations led Clarence Thomas to call his confirmation process "a high-tech" this. a lynching. 4: Khrushchev's U.N. shoe-banging outburst came as Lorenzo Sumulong of this Asian country attacked Soviet policy. the Philippines. 5: The claim "You won't have Nixon to kick around anymore" was in response to an election loss to this man. (Pat) Brown. Thanks for listening! Come back tomorrow for more exciting trivia! Special thanks to https://blog.feedspot.com/trivia_podcasts/
We are joined on the podcast again by Loui McCurley, of PMI ropes and SPRAT (Society of Professional Rope Access Technicians). In this interview, Loui shares her invaluable insights on the critical topic of rescue plans, emphasizing their importance in ensuring the safety of individuals participating in ropes courses and similar activities. We delve into the essential components of a rescue plan. Loui offers practical advice and guidelines for creating effective rescue plans, highlighting key factors such as risk assessment, emergency procedures, communication protocols, and the significance of ongoing training for staff. Suspension trauma, a potentially life-threatening condition, also finds its place in our discussion. Loui sheds light on this physiological phenomenon that can occur during a fall arrest situation and explains the detrimental effects it can have on the body. She shares insights on preventive measures and the importance of prompt rescue interventions to mitigate the risks associated with suspension trauma. Looking to the future, we explore Loui McCurley's perspectives and hopes for the growth of challenge courses and the rope access industry. Tune in to this captivating conversation with Loui McCurley to gain a deeper understanding of rescue plans, the significance of staff training in ropes courses, the dangers of suspension trauma, and valuable insights into the future of challenge courses and the rope access industry. Note: SPRAT (Society of Professional Rope Access Technicians) is a non-profit organization that promotes safe rope access work practices, provides certifications, and establishes industry standards. Learn more about PMI - https://pmirope.com/ Learn more about SPRAT - https://sprat.org/ Connect with Loui - lmccurley@pmirope.com Music and sound effects - epidemicsound.com
In this episode Phil had the privilege of sitting down with Loui McCurley, an expert in fall protection and rope access, CEO of PMI (Pigeon Mountain Industries) and original founder of SPRAT (Society of Professional Rope Access Technicians). One of the key aspects of fall protection is understanding the distinction between fall positioning, fall arrest, and fall prevention. Loui guides us through these different approaches, illuminating how each method serves a unique purpose in safeguarding individuals working at heights. Loui also delves into the contrasting approaches of active fall protection and passive fall protection. Clear communication is vital in the realm of fall protection, and Loui emphasizes the importance of using the correct terminology when describing fall protection systems and equipment. She discusses how accurate terminology eliminates confusion and ensures effective communication between professionals, workers, and regulatory bodies, ultimately promoting a safer work environment. Standards play a pivotal role in fall protection, and Loui highlights their significance in maintaining consistent safety practices. She delves into the process of creating fall protection standards, discussing the key principles that inform their development and implementation. Furthermore, she enlightens us on how these standards principles can be effectively taught to professionals, empowering them to uphold the highest safety standards within their respective industries. In the world of fall protection, being authorized, competent, and qualified are distinct designations defined by OSHA. Loui explains the nuanced differences between these terms, shedding light on the specific requirements and expectations associated with each. Listeners gain a comprehensive understanding of the qualifications and competencies necessary to ensure optimal worker safety and compliance with regulatory guidelines. Join us for an incredibly informative conversation with Loui McCurley, as we explore the realm of fall protection, its intricacies, and its profound impact on worker safety. Whether you're an industry professional or someone interested in height safety, this episode promises to deepen your understanding of fall protection, leaving you equipped with valuable insights to promote a safer working environment. Be sure to check out the next episode where we continue the conversation with Loui, this time discussing rescue principles and techniques. Learn more about PMI - https://pmirope.com/ Learn more about SPRAT - https://sprat.org/ Connect with Loui - lmccurley@pmirope.com Music and sound effects - epidemicsound.com
Michele Herman is author of the novel Save The Village (Regal House Publishing, 2022) and the poetry chapbook Victory Boulevard (Finishing Line Press) as well as Just Another Jack (Finishing Line Press, 2022). Her poems, stories, and essays have appeared widely in publications including The Sun, Ploughshares, The Hudson Review and The New York Times. The Recipient of several writing awards, she teaches fiction, poetry and memoir at The Writers Studio, works as a developmental editor and writing coach, writes columns for The Village Sun, translates French songs and occasionally performs her own work in cabaret and theatrical settings. You can learn more at www.micheleherman.com. In Just Another Jack: The Private Lives of Nursery Rhymes, poet and novelist Michele Herman explores a variety of timeless human predicaments - adolescent lust, overprotective parents, dementia, gender confusion and more - by imagining her way into the actual lives of eight familiar nursery-rhyme characters. Many authors have taken fictional or mythological characters and brought them into our contemporary world, but these eight story-poems accomplish something more unusual by roaming around in Mr. and Mrs. Sprat's house to find out what ails them, following little Bo Beep out to the Welsh pasture to learn how she lost track of her sheep, conjuring up a twin brother for Little Miss Muffet, and much more. Save The Village features Herman's beloved home village, which feels itself like a character as alive as any other we meet in this novel as sprawling as it is particular. Life hasn't turned out quite the way Becca Cammeyer of Greenwich Village – once voted most likely to land on Broadway or in jail for a good cause – had planned. Her only child has moved to another continent, she's still living in a fifth-floor walkup with her aging dog, still single, still nearly broke, still not on speaking terms with her best friend or mother, and still hearing the ghost of her long-dead father whispering in her ear. But she's a semi-famous tour guide, and on a perfect October evening, Becca almost believes all is well with her world as she helps a group of South Carolinian tourists fall in love with her beloved Village. The tour concludes, and Becca sends the women on their way, unaware that her world is about to be upended. In the aftermath of a tragedy, Becca must come to terms with her own paralysis, her survivor's guilt, and the messiness of her life. She embarks on wildly improbable reconciliations and new relationships. At once a love story about Greenwich Village and a reflection on a changing world, Save the Village reveals how when a community comes together, everyone wins. You can find Save The Village at Regal House Press and at Amazon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network
Michele Herman is author of the novel Save The Village (Regal House Publishing, 2022) and the poetry chapbook Victory Boulevard (Finishing Line Press) as well as Just Another Jack (Finishing Line Press, 2022). Her poems, stories, and essays have appeared widely in publications including The Sun, Ploughshares, The Hudson Review and The New York Times. The Recipient of several writing awards, she teaches fiction, poetry and memoir at The Writers Studio, works as a developmental editor and writing coach, writes columns for The Village Sun, translates French songs and occasionally performs her own work in cabaret and theatrical settings. You can learn more at www.micheleherman.com. In Just Another Jack: The Private Lives of Nursery Rhymes, poet and novelist Michele Herman explores a variety of timeless human predicaments - adolescent lust, overprotective parents, dementia, gender confusion and more - by imagining her way into the actual lives of eight familiar nursery-rhyme characters. Many authors have taken fictional or mythological characters and brought them into our contemporary world, but these eight story-poems accomplish something more unusual by roaming around in Mr. and Mrs. Sprat's house to find out what ails them, following little Bo Beep out to the Welsh pasture to learn how she lost track of her sheep, conjuring up a twin brother for Little Miss Muffet, and much more. Save The Village features Herman's beloved home village, which feels itself like a character as alive as any other we meet in this novel as sprawling as it is particular. Life hasn't turned out quite the way Becca Cammeyer of Greenwich Village – once voted most likely to land on Broadway or in jail for a good cause – had planned. Her only child has moved to another continent, she's still living in a fifth-floor walkup with her aging dog, still single, still nearly broke, still not on speaking terms with her best friend or mother, and still hearing the ghost of her long-dead father whispering in her ear. But she's a semi-famous tour guide, and on a perfect October evening, Becca almost believes all is well with her world as she helps a group of South Carolinian tourists fall in love with her beloved Village. The tour concludes, and Becca sends the women on their way, unaware that her world is about to be upended. In the aftermath of a tragedy, Becca must come to terms with her own paralysis, her survivor's guilt, and the messiness of her life. She embarks on wildly improbable reconciliations and new relationships. At once a love story about Greenwich Village and a reflection on a changing world, Save the Village reveals how when a community comes together, everyone wins. You can find Save The Village at Regal House Press and at Amazon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/literature
Michele Herman is author of the novel Save The Village (Regal House Publishing, 2022) and the poetry chapbook Victory Boulevard (Finishing Line Press) as well as Just Another Jack (Finishing Line Press, 2022). Her poems, stories, and essays have appeared widely in publications including The Sun, Ploughshares, The Hudson Review and The New York Times. The Recipient of several writing awards, she teaches fiction, poetry and memoir at The Writers Studio, works as a developmental editor and writing coach, writes columns for The Village Sun, translates French songs and occasionally performs her own work in cabaret and theatrical settings. You can learn more at www.micheleherman.com. In Just Another Jack: The Private Lives of Nursery Rhymes, poet and novelist Michele Herman explores a variety of timeless human predicaments - adolescent lust, overprotective parents, dementia, gender confusion and more - by imagining her way into the actual lives of eight familiar nursery-rhyme characters. Many authors have taken fictional or mythological characters and brought them into our contemporary world, but these eight story-poems accomplish something more unusual by roaming around in Mr. and Mrs. Sprat's house to find out what ails them, following little Bo Beep out to the Welsh pasture to learn how she lost track of her sheep, conjuring up a twin brother for Little Miss Muffet, and much more. Save The Village features Herman's beloved home village, which feels itself like a character as alive as any other we meet in this novel as sprawling as it is particular. Life hasn't turned out quite the way Becca Cammeyer of Greenwich Village – once voted most likely to land on Broadway or in jail for a good cause – had planned. Her only child has moved to another continent, she's still living in a fifth-floor walkup with her aging dog, still single, still nearly broke, still not on speaking terms with her best friend or mother, and still hearing the ghost of her long-dead father whispering in her ear. But she's a semi-famous tour guide, and on a perfect October evening, Becca almost believes all is well with her world as she helps a group of South Carolinian tourists fall in love with her beloved Village. The tour concludes, and Becca sends the women on their way, unaware that her world is about to be upended. In the aftermath of a tragedy, Becca must come to terms with her own paralysis, her survivor's guilt, and the messiness of her life. She embarks on wildly improbable reconciliations and new relationships. At once a love story about Greenwich Village and a reflection on a changing world, Save the Village reveals how when a community comes together, everyone wins. You can find Save The Village at Regal House Press and at Amazon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/poetry
The fellas are back and talking the Oscars and Elijah's new show revolving around Sprat's life. Also, is a man expected to go 6-8 rounds??? Join us to like, share, subscribe and enjoy the conversation!
Join us for another episode for the ages. Hos, Sprat and Ant hold it down as we talk Ja Morant, the new Chris Rock comedy special, and most importantly, Musiq Soulchild's obsession with all things denim. Like, subscribe, share and enjoy.
After a year of schedules misaligning, life altering events, wild happenings, and just flat out procrastination, the Bastards are back! Kinda. E-Hos, Elijah, Sprat and Antman link up for a prelude to a brand new season of The Glorious Bastards Podcast! Join the fellas as they talk the loss of PnB Rock, Queen Elizabeth, and take a deep dive into what's been going on during this year hiatus. Elijah drops a major gem during his wellness check in. Hos also gets into Big Sean's spiciest verse ever. Enjoy as we go for a wild ride before the season!
Welcome to the Instant Trivia podcast episode 557, where we ask the best trivia on the Internet. Round 1. Category: Working On The Railroad 1: A whiskey and beer drink, or what Richard Trevithick had to be to make the first locomotive. Boilermaker. 2: Whether from Wichita or not, it's a railroad worker who repairs the metal train tracks. a lineman. 3: In 1880 he set up his own U.S. town to build his luxury dining and sleeping cars. George Pullman. 4: The Tokaido Shinkansen, known by this "weapon" name, can hit 185 mph. the bullet train. 5: In 1903 this long line opened using the gauge George Whistler chose earlier for Russia's first main route. Trans-Siberia/Siberian Railway. Round 2. Category: Fictional Servants 1: After losing her job at a bridal shop, this Fran Drescher character found work in the home of a widower. The Nanny (Fran Fine). 2: This zombie butler on "The Addams Family" often played the harpsichord. Lurch. 3: He was Jack Benny's gravel-voiced valet on radio and tv. Eddie "Rochester" Anderson. 4: In "The Sound of Music", it's the first name of the Von Trapp family governess. Maria. 5: He's Bruce Wayne's butler. Alfred Pennyworth. Round 3. Category: Nursery Rhyme Time 1: Old king's desired outcomes. Cole's goals. 2: Nonfat eating Jack's pet animals. Sprat's cats. 3: Reckless acts of the one who put the kettle on. Polly's follies. 4: Fat-free Jack's pieces of neckwear. Sprat's cravats. 5: Little Jack's funeralgoers. Horner's mourners. Round 4. Category: China Town 1: This city lends its name to the most well-known Chinese beer in the world. Qingdao. 2: Prince Charles was on hand when China took control of this territory on July 1, 1997. Hong Kong. 3: The name of this largest city in China is synonymous with kidnapping for naval servitude. Shanghai. 4: After about 8 months, Chinese authorities ended martial law in his city in January 1990. Beijing. 5: This old name of the city now called Guangzhou is also an Ohio city famous for a sports hall of fame. Canton. Round 5. Category: In Other Words That's Nifty! 1: Simply "mallardlike", darling!. Ducky. 2: They're the "apian leg joints", sweetie!. Bee's knees. 3: It's the "feline utterance", daddy-o!. Cat's meow. 4: That's "channeled like a record", baby!. Groovy. 5: It's "not liquid or gaseous", bro!. Solid. Thanks for listening! Come back tomorrow for more exciting trivia! Special thanks to https://blog.feedspot.com/trivia_podcasts/
This episode's Test Valley Tale is a magical wish story. As Mary makes her weekly trip along the Sprat and Winkle Railway line from Stockbridge to Mottisfont, she encounters a fish on a bridge! This is when things take a turn for the magical as the fish offers her a wish. Just one wish. What will Mary wish for? ‘The Magical Fish of Mottisfont' is my version of a traditional tale called ‘The Clever Wish' or ‘The Wise Wish'. Sometimes the wish giver is a deer and in some versions, it can even be a unicorn! I thought here in Test Valley, with our beautiful chalk rivers and streams, the wish giver should be a trout! After the story, there is an interview with two amazing children – Rosa who is 10 and Owen who is 12. I was so impressed with their knowledge and enthusiasm for the natural world, that I think this interview really illustrates the idea behind Test Valley Tales, and that is to encourage people to get out and explore where we live and rediscover it's magical places through its stories. As David Attenborough says: “No one will protect what they don't care about, and no one will care about what they have never experienced” The episode is accompanied with music by renowned folk musician Paul Sartin and Hampshire Country Dance Tunes from the Pyle family manuscript of 1822, recorded at WildGoose Records in Wherwell. This story is part of Test Valley Tales. 'Test Valley Tales' is an Arts Council Funded project and one of Test Valley Arts Foundation's Borough of Culture Legacy Projects. All the stories are set in the beautiful landscape of Test Valley which is in Hampshire in England. There is also an illustrated book of the all the stories which accompanies this podcast. This is available from my website. Please see link below. Hope you enjoy it! Story written by Amanda Kane-Smith, based on a traditional Irish folk tale. Podcast produced by Miles Kane-Smith. Music by Paul Sartin recorded at WildGoose Records in Wherwell. Test Valley Tales can be found on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter as @testvalleytales. For more information please go to: www.merry-go-roundstorytelling.co.uk/testvalleytales
The fellas are back after a brief hiatus! Join the Bastards as we discuss the most recent Ye interview, Will Smith's most recent headlines about being jealous of Tupac and having sex in his mom's kitchen, and the untimely murder of the Memphis legend Young Dolph. The constant violence and death that befalls our hip hop artists in their hometowns has been disheartening. We also discuss what specific song you should never clap cheeks to, and Sprat's very unique palette and disdain for condiments. Enjoy, subscribe and share!
Today's story is inspired by a classic Aesop's fable. Sprat the Gnat finds a fantastic new home. But when the word gets out how great his new spot is, it quickly becomes very crowded.Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!!If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, head to patreon.com/stories and pledge to make a monthly donation, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
WHEN SHOULD YOU UPGRADE TO LEVEL 2 - PODCAST - THE ROPE ACCESS AND CLIMBING PODCAST Hello and welcome back to The Rope Access and Climbing Podcast. Today I'm chatting about when you should upgrade from level 1 to level 2. SPRAT or IRATA, my thoughts are the same. I think everyone should upgrade as soon as possible. No matter what everyone else out there says. I think that this is the most important step in the process. Then feel free to stay a Level 2 as long as possible. This stage may be where SPRAT and IRATA need to focus on adjusting the requirements to upgrade. Just a thought… Anyways, let me know in the comments what your thoughts are on this subject. My goal here is to keep you all up to date as things change in our industries. So! Please make sure to subscribe to my channel for more videos like this, and don't forget to follow us wherever you get your podcasts. Follow on Instagram for live up to date stories of experiences working in the field, creating new content, and news on upcoming guests. www.instagram.com/RopeAccess_and_Climbing Till next time, Mikey Stevenson
ANSI Z459.1 - PODCAST - THE ROPE ACCESS AND CLIMBING PODCAST Hello and welcome back to The Rope Access and Climbing Podcast. Today I'm diving into ANSI Z459.1 Rope Access Standard that was just released. I did pay for a version of this standard so I knew what the standard itself said. So I could comment on it a little better. I also spoke with people within SPRAT and Z359. The key point to this is to go in with an open mind and understand that everyone is trying to find the middle ground. It's not easy when you are dealing with standards at the best of times. But when you are trying to build a new standard that now affects your everyday work methods it's hard to see all sides. There are good things about this and bad. No Question there. I dive into some of the main things that I saw in the standard. NO, I CAN NOT SHARE THE STANDARD WITH YOU SO DON'T ASK! This is something that happened many years ago here in Canada. It takes time to see the light at the end of the tunnel. But with hard work, it can happen. Also, this is NOT law so you don't have to follow it as of right now. But I would suggest you get familiar with it. This episode is just a start. I will make more episodes on this topic as I learn more and as things are updated. SPRAT's Response: https://sprat.org/news/sprat-response-to-ansi-assp-z459-1/?fbclid=IwAR1jZ4YJ4RvfiNXbiYNc7dAErsXd09ZAYx7VfMPq0LGfQYTshnjtI3eieLw My goal here is to keep you all up to date as things change in our industries. So! Please make sure to subscribe to my channel for more videos like this, and don't forget to follow us wherever you get your podcasts. Follow on Instagram for live up to date stories of experiences working in the field, creating new content, and news on upcoming guests. www.instagram.com/RopeAccess_and_Climbing Till next time, Mikey Stevenson
Grayson Evans KJ7UM joins us to talk about the art and science of building with thermatrons! PERMALINK - https://www.hamradioworkbench.com/podcast/hollow-state-design Our Website - http://www.hamradioworkbench.com/ Follow us on Twitter - https://twitter.com/hamworkbench Contact us - http://hamradioworkbench.com/contact Connect with us on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/hamradioworkbench/ BrandMeister Talkgroup 31075 - https://hose.brandmeister.network/group/31075/ QSO Today Expo https://www.qsotodayhamexpo.com/ Hollow-State Design 2nd Edition by Grayson Evans | Apr 24, 2013 (Amazon Link Included above) Testers: Hickok Tube testers Resources Book: Tube Lore - Ludwell Sibley https://www.amazon.com/Tube-Lore-II-Ludwell-Sibley/dp/1532376316 Sprat magazine GQRP Club http://www.gqrp.com/sprat.htm Electric Radio Magazine https://www.ermag.com Hand Made Vacuum Tubes by Claude Paillard https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EzyXMEpq4qw Antique radio supply Hammon electronics transformers https://www.hammfg.com/ Tube depot https://tubedepot.com/ Tube Lore By Ludwell Sibley https://www.amazon.com/Tube-Lore-II-Ludwell-Sibley/dp/1532376316 Electric Radio Magazine https://www.ermag.com/ SPRAT Magazine of the GQRP club http://www.gqrp.com/sprat.htm
In this episode Sprat and Dom talk about their Friday night exploits, Sprat then tells a story about being a good friend, fat Kanye, the fellas lightly talk about "Rolling Loud", DaBaby, and more.Intro: Benny the Butcher - Timeless
ROPE ACCESS NUMBERS - PODCAST - THE ROPE ACCESS AND CLIMBING PODCAST Hello and welcome back to The Rope Access and Climbing Podcast. Today I'm chatting about Rope Access Numbers. Not the number of people in the industry or the number of things that have gone wrong. But the Measurements we seem to talk about in our industry. Last week (JULY 11/21) I posted a tech talk video on How to Right Large Y-Hangs. (Click Here: https://youtu.be/EkbjLWes6AU ). In this video, I used the Measurement 1.5m. I would have to say that the industry norm is 1.5m for Y-Hangs, and such. Well, it's not 100% correct. Y-Hangs are defined as Small or Large: IRATA: 1M SPRAT: 2M Re-Anchors – Small or Large: IRATA: 1.5M SPRAT: 2M Deviations – Single or Double: IRATA: 20Degrees or 1.5M SPRAT: 20Degrees Now with this being said, SPRAT and IRATA require you to Double up the Rigging on Y-Hangs or Deviations no matter the distance if there is a chance of a Failure of the Rope Access System if the one side of the anchor device were to fail. So, if you are rigging a Y-hang or a Deviation to avoid a super-hot surface. Then it has to be doubled up anyway, so the rule of distance goes out the window. So, why are we so focused on the distance, when we should be focused on training/mentoring our techs better? The IRATA TACS and SPRAT Certification Requirements for Rope Access Work are only guidelines. So, hit me up in the comments or on Instagram and let's chat about this. Maybe make another episode on this about my findings. Should it be a big deal that the difference is ½ a meter or a meter? Or should we just agree to disagree that 1.5m is good enough across the board and IRATA/SPRAT should just meet in the middle? (1.5 METERS) Please make sure to subscribe to my channel for more videos like this, and don't forget to follow us wherever you get your podcasts. Follow on Instagram for live up-to-date stories of experiences working in the field, creating new content, and news on upcoming guests. www.instagram.com/RopeAccess_and_Climbing Till next time, Mikey Stevenson
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LET'S TALK SPRAT WITH TROLL - THE ROPE ACCESS AND CLIMBING PODCAST Hello and welcome back to The Rope Access and Climbing Podcast. This week I'm chatting with Troll about All Things SPRAT. I haven't done a lot of research on SPRAT in past years, as a Canadian working in the Oil and Gas industry, this certification isn't widely accepted. However, all over the USA no matter the industry it doesn't seem to matter what certification you carry. So ya, have a listen and if you have any more questions about the organization, please drop them in the comments and I will be sure to make another video answering them. So please go check them out today and see what they can do for you and your operation. http://www.SPRAT.org Please make sure to subscribe to my channel for more videos like this, and don't forget to follow us wherever you get your podcasts. Follow on Instagram for live up to date stories of experiences working in the field, creating new content, and news on upcoming guests. www.instagram.com/RopeAccess_and_Climbing Till next time, Mikey Stevenson
Welcome back. Once again the guys are joined by Dom to present a battle of the playlist. On one side we have Sprat, a man who changed his whole setlist to prove a point and was shook up. On the other Dee, a man poised calm and collected. Two rounds, twenty hits, and a few stories in between. This is how we celebrate the 90's. Oh, and just as a special treat we made a playlist full of the songs that we used in the episode. Check our Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter for the links to that. Intro: In Living Color season 3 and 4 theme - Heavy D
In this episode we are joined by Dee's brother Dom( he was a little late). The guys talk about the current state of the NBA playoffs, Big Baby Davis' theory on Kyrie Irving's injury, sexual acts with the women of Marvel, Toys in bed, and a lot more. Join us Thursday for a special edition of the show were we have Sprat vs Dee in a battle of 90's music. Intro: Max Fullard - Aaliyah
In this special episode, we revisit Sprat and Dee’s previous Verzuz battles. The first one from episode 15, where they play their five songs they like by white people. The second verzuz from episode 51, features their top 5 love songs. From there its time to revisit the greatest game show on the planet with “This Ain’t A Gameshow”, where friend of the show Melinda pulled off the greatest comeback in the history of game shows.
Another week and the fellas are back to pod pod this time. Join us as we discuss the recent gas shortage shenanigans, the similarities between Tesla drivers and Vegans, and how Sprat enjoys raw dogging hot dogs. The fellas also get into the nuances of the Joe Budden Podcast fallout. The importance of having your business in order, maintaining a friendship, trust and respect are things that pertain directly to the success of the Glorious Bastards. We hope to use this as a teachable moment for the future. Enjoy, share, subscribe!
Hello and welcome to TV DNA! RETURN OF THE PAT! It's here, slightly later than usual. "PUT THE GUN DOWN!" Kate and Ryan face off. Will Steve, Ted and the gang get there in time? Adam, Neil and Damo give their immediate reactions to Season 6 Episode 5 of Line of Duty. What an episode! Patricia Carmichael is back and causing all sorts of problems. Has Jo ghosted Kate, literally? Are Damo's theories now deader than Lakewell? We can't wait for you to hear our thoughts on this week's episode of Line of Duty and for you to give us yours too. We also talk about our upcoming Oscars Specials. Finally, we take time to remember Helen Mcrory, who passed last week. A real legend and a genuine star in every sense of the word. We're now on Spotify, Google Podcasts, Pocket Casts, Anchor, Breaker, Radio Public so be sure to subscribe to the pod and please leave us a review. You too can get involved by finding and follow us on the socials @tvdnapod You can also email us on tvdnapod@gmail.com How did you do in Tedism Bingo? We'll send out a new card for next week. Thanks as always to JComp for our logo and Roman Senyk Music for our theme. Adam, Neil and Damo
In this episode the felllas go over Usher handing out fake money to strippers and background dancers, Jay Z in "Ant-man", Sprat does a horrible job recapping Falcon / Winter Soldier, in the middle of the "Snowfall" recap Dee talks about his hatred of a character in another movie, Julian Edelman's H.O.F. status, Kevin James playing Sean Payton in a biopic, in depth breakdowns of Wrestlemania weekend and more. Intro: Money Can't Buy You Love - Ralph Tresvant
ROPE ACCESS UPGRADES -THE ROPE ACCESS AND CLIMBING PODCAST Hello and welcome back to The Rope Access and Climbing Podcast. Today I'm chatting about upgrading from Level 1 to 2, or from 2 to 3. No matter if you're a SPRAT or IRATA Tech the training will be pretty much the same with a few differences. The biggest being the hours and the time frame you require to upgrade. I get a lot of questions on this subject so I hope this helps guide you in the right direction. Follow us on Instagram for live up to date stories of experiences working in the field, creating new content, and news on upcoming guests. Tag us in your own stories and experiences for a chance to be featured! www.instagram.com/RopeAccess_and_Climbing I hope you enjoy, Cheers, Mikey Stevenson
Hey what's up? It's cha boysss, Lee and Mitch, coming at you with the first episode of our brand new podcast Wanderlost. Today we discuss coffee, sprat pants, and the acclaimed HOT TUG.
In this episode the fellas discuss the dominance DMX had on the rap game in his prime, SPrat gives a break down on the Isley Brothers/ Earth, Wind, and Fire "Verzuz", the go over The "Final Four" games and give their prediction on the National Championship, The Braves Organiztion's PR nightmare, Sam Darnold to the panthers, Stone Cold Steve Austin and Chris Jericho breaking down the "forbidden door", Falcon/Winter Soldier, Space Jam, Schitt's Creek and more. Intro: DMX - Ruff Ryder's Anthem Outro: Luther Vandross - One Shining Moment
In this episode the fellas talk about how Sprat would be a horrible MLB commissioner, the NFL adding a week of football to the schedule, they give an update on the Deshaun Watson situation, they give their NCAA final four predictions for the men's and women's teams, Roy Williams retiring and Sprat not knowing Jerry Stackhouse played for UNC, Kevin Durant vs Michael Rapaport, Quavo's rough week, Gwyneth Paltrow's gift to Kim Kardashian, Matt Gaetz telling on himself on Fox News, A recap on this week's episode of "Snowfall", overall excitement over the "Zola" trailer, and the Isley Brothers/Earth,Wind,and Fire Verzuz. Intro: Nicole Wray feat: Missy Elliot, Timbaland - Make It Hot
In this episode Sprat is depressed about his NCAA men's bracket, they recap Snowfall, Falcon/Winter Soldier, they go over the suicide squad trailer, The Tonight Show, HBO's Tina Turner doc, Lil Nas X has everyone making think pieces, the sexiest bald man ever, White Boy Summer, the oceanfront shootings and more. Travis Scott feat Kanye West - Piss On Your Grave
Another week, and due to the most random and weirdest last minute circumstances, E-Hos mysteriously pulls a no-show for the podcast, Reject Reef is off this week, and Sprat has to call in...leaving Elijah to host and moderate an episode on his own. With the help of AntMan and AO Got The Sauce, Elijah creates one of the most entertaining and enlightening episodes this podcast has ever experienced. Join us as we discuss the shenanigans of Derrick Jaxn, what hiphop would be without DMX and 50 Cent's debut albums, Nelly's excitement to join the Glorious Bastards, Marvin Gaye's disappointment in Nas, and the night E-Hos bought the worst hoody invented. Enjoy, subscribe and share!!
In this episode Sprat eulogizes his grandfather, cinnamon toast shrimp, Saweetie vs. Quavo, Joss Whedon messing up the Justice League, Falcon and The Winter Soldier, Snowfall, Draymond calling himslef the greatest defensive player of all time, Oral Roberts and more Intro; Southern Girl - Maze featuring Frankie Beverly
Topics DiscussedWhat is rope access?Who governs RA? SPRAT https://sprat.org/Does rope access belong in the fire service?Competence and particular skill sets vs full SPRAT certification.RAD ascent vs traditional ascent.Advantages of understanding what is happening in the world at large.Is it ok to teach someone to repel without teaching them to ascend?Do you cover work positioning and fall arrest in your departments?In what scenarios do rope access skills and techniques prove to be more effective?Join the ConversationPlease email us with questions or comments about this topic at podcast@cmcpro.com Important Warning:Many of the activities discussed in this podcast pose a very substantial risk of serious injury or death.Products and techniques discussed in this podcast are intended for use by specially trained professionals.Technical rescue, rappelling, climbing and the training involved are very hazardous activities. Each situation has its own unique conditions and must be evaluated by those present. Effective risk management comes from experience, proper training and good personal judgment.CMC is not liable for any damages arising from abuse or improper use of the techniques or equipment discussed in this podcast.Topics discussed are the ideas and opinions of each individual.Department protocol and regulations should always take precedence.
In this episode, Sprat finds new appreciation or The Weeknd, the fellas break down Super Bowl 55 to a degree, they go over award winners and hall of famers, great sports calls of the weekend, The NAACP and BeBe Winans helping Morgan Wallen, Gorilla Glue responds, WandaVision, Malcom&Marie and more Intro: Pink + White - Frank Ocean
We apologize in advance but it was a slow news week, Sprat and Dee react to the trending topics of the day. Everything from Dee not knowing names to midwestern cities, a man robbing a Roscoe's Chicken and Waffles for food, super gluing your hair, and neighborly shootouts. Then things turn when an original conversation about Ari turned into the fellas taking time out to appreciate T-Pain's "Three Ringz" album. They finally get to their superbowl picks, but that turns into a conversation about halftime shows. We'll be better next week. Intro: Early In The Morning - The Gap Band
If you love tattoos and the environment, you’ll appreciate this episode. My friend Drew is a Rope Access Technician, Art & Tattoo Enthusiast, Environmental Advocate, but most importantly he is wise beyond his years and this conversation supports that statement.I am so proud of everything he has accomplished already and I know that it is just the tip of the iceberg of the impact he will have on the world. He dropped some dope book and documentary recommendations for anyone looking to start or continue their journey in environmental health. He outlined: The meaning behind his tattoos and how the artwork is a form of self expression, what sparked his interest in the environment AND combining his work with the outdoors with a career in mental health and psychology.All super cool stuff. Check out the Show Notes for his recommendations, rate this episode, share it with someone who might like this and hit subscribe so you never. miss. another. Episode. ENJOY Topics of discussion- Artwork as a form of self-expression, meanings behind your tattoos- What sparked Drew’s interest for the environment- What he wishes more people knew about the environment?For the full show notes go to https://www.cornerstoneconvoswellness.com/episode-show-notesCheck out Strong Coffee and use the promo code: STONE15 to get 15% off your purchases. https://strongcoffeecompany.com/?ref=gy2i4fuo1fje
Dolphins and Whales were fighting when a sprat offered to help them. Seems they would rather fight. Too bad.
Today, Sprat and Dee recap the Steelers vs. Ravens game, Larsa and Scottie Pippen, NBA trades, Sting, AEW and Impact working together, the intricacies of wrestling unions, our week 13 NFL picks and more Intro: Christmas in Harlem - Kanye West feat. Cyhi da Prynce, Teyana Taylor
Today Sprat and Dee discuss The Weeknd performing at the Superbowl, problems with the Houston Rockets, Victor Oladipo, our week 10 NFL picks, Sprat has a strange encounter at work, the guys trade stories of getting curved and Sprat finally reveals just how toxic he truly is. Intro: Pharrell feat. Miley Cyrus - Come Get It Bae
ROPE PROTECTION WITH JAMES HOLLINGSWORTH - THE ROPE ACCESS AND CLIMBING PODCAST Hello and welcome back to The Rope Access and Climbing Podcast. Today I'm chatting with James Hollingsworth about a post he made on Linked In around the same time I posted about rope protection on Acceptable or NOT acceptable. (Nov 1/2020) In this hour-long episode, we will be diving into the facts about the subject and what IRATA and SPRAT state, how we got to this point, standards, and even cover several soft and hard rope protectors. There is no, one rope protector that does it all. But there are some that are better than others. Please note this is a ROPE ACCESS Only subject we are not talking about other industries like fire or arborist work. Also, we are just two guys from different parts of the world dealing with the same issues. So stay tuned. So please make sure to chime in, in the comments I would love to see what you have to say about the setups. *Disclaimer* Just because I say something is acceptable or not doesn't mean you can just go and use these setups at work. Before doing anything please talk to your subject matter expert for the company you work. Also, make sure that any and all gear you use on the job is approved and has a proper risk assessment done on it. Make sure you undergo proper training and have the proper information before proceeding with anything. Thank you* So make sure to subscribe to our channel here for many more videos like this, also don't forget to follow us wherever you get your podcasts. Instagram for all the latest updates. www.instagram.com/RopeAccess_and_Climbing Till next time, Mikey Stevenson
Today we talk about our least favorite comedians, revisiting why people are so unsuccessful battling Drake, Sprat's crack dreams/nightmares, our disdain for reboots, the audacity of Jeff Garcia, our NFL week 8 picks and more. Intro: Michael Jackson - Ghosts
Welcome back. Today, we catch up on what Sprat and Dee have been up to since the last episode, we talk briefly about sports, how will Verzuz work after Covid, Lady MCs, we take a stroll down memory lane, and more. Intro - Outkast - B.O.B.
Back after taking a short break, Sprat admits he was wrong about the Pelicans and Damian Lillard, we talk about the NCAA and it handling of things during Covid, indecent exposure, The NFL starting back up, WAP, and we go back to movies and tv shows we thought were awesome in childhood only to be trash now. Intro: Childish Gambino - Feels Like Summer
This week's guests, Maggie Lalley & Paul Sprat Wine of the Week: Gemma di Luna Pinot Grigio This week's questions include: “Does he love me or is he using me?” “Dating a failed film maker who's blames his ex” “I My bf is moving for med school?” “My looser step sons aren't getting laid” “How can I help my girlfriend become more assertive?” To email a question to the show, send to loveguruspodcast@yahoo.com
Aesop's Fables - Section 12 (Part 12 of 12 Full Audiobook) --- Aesop's Fables - 12 - The Hunter and the Wolf; The Astronomer; The Bulls and the Frogs; The Thief and His Mother; The Man and His Two Wives; The Heifer, the Goat, the Sheep and the Lion; The Camel and the Travelers; The Swan and the Goose; The Dolphins and the Sprat; The Shepherd and the Sea; The Bees, the Drones, and the Wasp; The Wolf, the Goat and the Kid; The Fox and the Hedgehog; The Brazier and His Dog; The Wild Ass and the Lion; The father and His Two Daughters; The Fir Tree and the Bramble; The Fox and the Monkey; The Farmer and His Sons; The Cat and the Birds; The Stag, the Wolf and the Sheep --- Aesop's Fables, or the Aesopica, is a collection of fables credited to Aesop, a slave and storyteller believed to have lived in ancient Greece between 620 and 564 BCE. Of diverse origins, the stories associated with his name have descended to modern times through a number of sources and continue to be reinterpreted in different verbal registers and in popular as well as artistic media. The fables originally belonged to the oral tradition and were not collected for some three centuries after Aesop's death. --- Aesop was a Greek fabulist and storyteller credited with a number of fables now collectively known as Aesop's Fables. Although his existence remains unclear and no writings by him survive, numerous tales credited to him were gathered across the centuries and in many languages in a storytelling tradition that continues to this day. Many of the tales are characterized by animals and inanimate objects that speak, solve problems, and generally have human characteristics. --- Audiobooks Daily is a weekly podcast featuring the best of public domain short stories, novels, poetry, and plays. Every episode features a new chapter, full audiobook, or commentary of a great literary work. Authors included on our podcast: Edgar Allan Poe, Virginia Woolf, Jane Austen, Mark Twain, William Shakespeare, Oscar Wilde, Charles Dickens, Ernest Hemingway, Arthur Conan Doyle, and many more! Join our community of literary lovers as we listen to some of the greatest fictional novels, stories, poems, and plays ever created! Episodes are uploaded four times a week. --- This is a Librivox recording. Support or learn more by visiting librivox.org --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/public-domain-media-presents-audiobooks-daily/support
Welcome to another episode of "This Ain't A Podcast featuring Sprat and Dee". This week we go over the current state of the country and BLM, reality tv stars getting fired for racist remarks, the MLB still not playing, Kyrie and Dwight vs the NBA, B.Simone, our weekly Dynamite vs NXT update, a recap of Backlash and more. Intro Music: Erotic City - Prince, The Walk - The Time, Someone To Love - Mint Condition, Escapade - Janet Jackson, If It Isn't Love - New Edition Outro Music: Get It up - The Time
This talk examines responses to Thucydides’ narrative of the plague of Athens. While in recent years Thucydides has sometimes been praised for his prescience, some earlier physician-readers found his picture simply impossible to believe. Thomas Sprat, in his 1659 poetic work, uses Thucydides work as a framework in which to reflect on the English Civil War. Speaker: Professor Helen King
This talk examines responses to Thucydides' narrative of the plague of Athens. While in recent years Thucydides has sometimes been praised for his prescience, some earlier physician-readers found his picture simply impossible to believe. Thomas Sprat, in his 1659 poetic work, uses Thucydides work as a framework in which to reflect on the English Civil War. Speaker: Professor Helen King
This week we run through the process of converting your rope access qualification to IRATA, we start with SPRAT and SOFT. its easier than you might think.check us out at Rope Access Tips Tricks and Chats on Face book.
Hello and welcome back to The Rope Access and Climbing Podcast. Today's Bonus episode is with Connor Turley and we talk about everything you need to know about SPRAT and IRATA's Certification Extensions during COVID-19. With all the uncertainty in the world right now. These two organizations are working at making sure that we still can work and make a living for ourselves and our families. We also spoke a little bit about the future of possible online training. Thank you so much for tuning into todays episode. Please follow us as we have plenty more content coming your was soon. Cheers, Mikey Stevenson Also please don't forget to check out our YouTube Channel The Rope Access and Climbing Podcast And Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/ropeaccess_and_climbing
Trask Bradbury, a longtime legend in both the recreational and industrial world of rope access. Whether on ice, rock, or dropping from wind turbines, Trask is equally at home in the vertical world. Trask has worked and rigged in a variety of industries including petroleum tanks, bridges, wind turbines, skyscrapers, paper mills, and grain silos, and has also designed and managed rigging for several popular climbing movies. Born in Arizona, Trask moved to Colorado Springs at twenty, where he’s been climbing for twenty years and turning his passion into a job every day. Trask owned his own rope access company Gemini Rope Access Solutions for 6 years and has since sold it to an engineering firm. Now based out of Denver, Trask is currently a Co-Owner and operator of Master Point Rope Access Solutions. In addition, he is an EMT, and holds both a SPRAT level 3 and an OSHA 30 certification. Trask puts safety above all else.
How to catch a sprat... ...Rod and line? ...Intricate series of cages and trawls?...Sprat tickling? ...Dynamite? Hunting and catching is afoot as Jack and Page realise who they might actually be hunting... They have maybe a hunch and some circumstantial evidence that point in the most surprising of directions... The net is drawing in, but are they following the right quarry? And, how can the spiritual plane be of use? All is (sort of) revealed when Jack and Page make The Catch of the Day...In Gallowtree...
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After a long break, the fellas are back with probably one of the WILDEST episodes yet. PLEASE proceed with caution. The fellas discuss why Cassidy is an embarrassment, why Autumn is the best season of all the seasons, a recap of a wild trip to New Orleans during Mardi Gras, an assessment of the new Joker film, and ‘Nasty Time with Sprat’ as he describes one of the most disgusting moments of his life lol. Hos discusses his wildest drunken moments, and Elijah explains how ugly he was as a baby. Enjoy this wild transparent episode, subscribe and share!!
Ep.3 - Prof. Helen King - Poems on Plagues Thomas Sprat and the Later History of the Plague of Athens
Weekly cereal review hosted by e1Don, Auria Z, and Danny Digitall. Original content and more over at www.crunchtimemedia.net This week on "I Got Big Bowls.....Pause!" This week we have a special guest PR Guru Sprat in the building talking about his journey in PR and management what he looks for in an artist and of course cereal. This week we got Strawberry Krispies from Kellogs. Lets see how it stands up to the challenge.
Had they listened to their father, the children would have been safe in their beds on that blustery night. But as it was, they were shivering before a pitiful fire no bigger than a candle flame and just as delicate, while a pack of goblins stood by the cave mouth arguing over what to do with their prize of three healthy children. When three children are captured by a pack of greedy goblins, they decide to summon a rescuer who may be even more dangerous than their captors. Find out what happens next in this episode of the Storyfeather podcast. Genre: Fairy Tale CREDITS Story: “The True Tale of Jack Sprat” Copyright © 2015 by Nila L. Patel Music: “Mysterious Trip-hop Lounge Beat” by Digital_Emotions Music by ROZKOL “Ambient I-IV” Music by TRG Banks “The silver bus” Music by Lee Rosevere "Not Alone" “Thoughtful” “Slow Lights” Music by ROZKOL and Lee Rosevere is licensed under CC BY 4.0 Music by TRG Banks is licensed under CC0 1.0 Universal License Find more music by Digital_Emotions at audiojungle.net Find more music by Lee Rosevere, ROZKOL, and TRG Banks at freemusicarchive.org Find more stories by Nila at storyfeather.com
The fellas are back with another episode as Sprat is off this week. Producer AO joins the discussion regarding self-evaluation. Taking inventory of their respective careers and what they could be doing better to meet their respective goals. Enjoy and subscribe!
It started as a normal episode - We invited Rod Hardman VA3ON and John Jacobs W7DBO (of the Field Radio Podcast) on to talk Holiday Shopping for Hams - one of our most favorite episodes to do each year. During this session, we showed no restraint whatsoever because we were at the 4 hour mark when we stopped recording! While we know you generally like long episodes, we thought we’d split this one into two parts. In part 2, we cover Ham Radio accessories and gifts for your Workbench. 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The fellas are back this week discussing the recent developments of the Pusha T vs Drake situation, the rules of pillow talk, the art of war, and Elijah's best impersonation of Sprat's parents. King Vice also joins the podcast this week to chime in and breaks down his recent departure from his morning radio show. Very interesting and wild ride and the Bastards are ready to ruffle some feathers again. Zero political correctness and all honest content! Enjoy and subscribe!
It's a show about the insanely CONTROVERSIAL origins of your favorite childhood nursery rhymes! Also: hip game show RU Talkin 2 Me? and a rather raunchy round of What the Kidz R Saying. The true definition of Must Hear Podcasting!
Frans and Jen Weits took a leap into restaurant ownership when they opened Jack Sprat in Girdwood, Alaska. While it was not an easy road, it was one they will never regret. As Frans says, a measure of their success is that they could sit down and speak with us while others ran their kitchen. Let this couple motivate you to get creative in the kitchen with your partner, and over a nice meal, push the boundaries of your perspectives enough to dream about business possibilities together. http://5ed.8db.myftpupload.com/
Loni, who works for a company that deals in recruitment technology, discusses how she builds CS teams, and what she looks for in a new recruit. She explores how to build a Customer Success organization, the various roles you should introduce as you scale, and how to make smart decisions about who to add and when.
When is comes to homebrewing QRP HF radios with simple parts and test equipment, then one of the go-to guys is Tony Fishpool, G4WIF, current membership chairman of the G-QRP group in the UK, and frequent contributor to its quarterly SPRAT magazine. Tony is also a co-author with Graham Firth, G3MFJ, of Simple Test Equipment for the QRPer, and numerous articles on equipment building with attention to detail and budget. Tony believes, along with his co-hearts at G-QRP, that ham radio does not have to be expensive to be fun. G4WIF is my QSO today.
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Bill Kelsey, N8ET, has a long and interesting amateur radio career beginning in 1962. From his interest in QRP and QRP kits, Bill founded the Kanga Kit Company, creating radio and test equipment kits for the ham community for many years. While Bill is recovering from a recent stroke, he still has projects on his workbench, now using Arduino processors, pursuing UHF moon bounce, and finds time to operate the Digital modes. Bill joins Eric, 4Z1UG, in this QSO Today.
Keith Ranger, G0KJK, now retired from the Church of England, has had a lifelong love of electronics and radio who has never owned a commercially manufactured amateur radio. Instead Keith builds his own receivers and transmitters, works the World, makes contacts, and rag chews. He quickly dispels the notion that ham radio is an expensive hobby and demonstrates how to have fun and enjoy the amateur radio hobby for very little money. Keith joins Eric, 4Z1UG, on this episode of QSO Today.
After el short introduction, we go into a silent meditation session on the three spaces. Right after the meditation, we go back to the theme of the "spirits". Alan talks about how scientific studies, from halfway through the 17th century up until now, have "dealt" with both internal and external spirits. He points out that a contemplative inquiry has been more and more ignored over this period, which ultimately yields a disenchanted Universe. At the end of the session, we go into the subject of spirits again, this time from Dzogchen perspective, quoting the Vajra Essence from Dudjom Lingpa. Finally, a story about spirits and nuns near the cave of Tilopa. Meditation starts at: Not recorded (silent meditation on the three spaces)
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