Podcasts about Storage

Why Daily Weigh-Ins Sabotage Progress + Drop Sets, VO2 Max, and Blue Collar Training . The hosts argue that frequent scale weigh-ins often sabotage progress because most people misinterpret weight fluctuations and let the number dictate mood, sharing client stories where the scale undermined visible body-composition improvements and reinforced unhealthy behavior. They discuss better metrics like performance, strength, sleep, and energy, and note how water retention, inflammation, and creatine can skew the scale and mirror. They also touch on "therians," rising California gas prices, mileage-tax proposals, and Tesla robo-taxi income ideas, plus peptide-market news and Vita Bella's membership model. Listener Q&A covers training and nutrition for blue-collar workers, why drop sets are rarely emphasized, maintaining strength while improving endurance/VO2 max, and front squat form to reduce biceps strain.   The Spring Bundle: Symmetry ($187), Prime ($107), Advanced Training Techniques Guide ($47) all for $147 (over 50% off) mapsmarch.com    This episode is brought to you by Caldera + Lab calderalab.com/mindpump Code MINDPUMP20 for 20% off your first order their best products.   This episode is also brought to you by Dose dosedaily.co/MINDPUMP Discount code "MINDPUMP" for 25% off your first month of subscription.   LMNT is an electrolyte drink perfect for replenishing after a hard workout or just to stay hydrated daily ! Try it out for yourself. http://drinklmnt.com/MindPump "Get a free Sample Pack of LMNT's most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase!   00:00 Mind Pump Intro  00:40 Sponsors And Deals 02:06 Scale Obsession Trap 04:49 Client Stories And Lessons 09:04 Better Progress Metrics 16:37 Mirror And Inflammation 20:18 Creatine Water Weight Myth 21:32 Dose Liver Support Explained 24:32 Therians And Identity Talk 33:23 Disconnecting From The Noise 35:45 California Gas Price Spike 36:28 Gas Taxes Explained 37:58 Mileage Tax Debate 39:28 Horses and Classic Cars 40:37 Gas Nostalgia and Storage 42:01 Tesla Robotaxi Side Hustle 45:31 Skincare Stack Breakdown 47:51 Hats Hair and Collab Lessons 52:33 Peptide Market Shakeup 56:33 Blue Collar Training Nutrition 59:57 Drop Sets Reality Check 01:02:54 Endurance Without Losing Strength 01:05:29 Front Squat Arm Pain Fix  

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3496: Michelle Schroeder-Gardner challenges the common habit of renting storage units, revealing how easily small monthly fees can turn into thousands of dollars spent on things rarely used. By sharing her own experience and eye-opening statistics about how much stuff people own, she encourages a mindset shift toward decluttering and intentional living. Her perspective highlights how letting go of excess possessions can save money and simplify life. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.makingsenseofcents.com/2016/11/paying-storage-unit-cost-waste-money.html Quotes to ponder: "You really do not need all of that stuff in your house." "If you're storing your belongings, there is a big chance that you'll never use those items." "Even if $100 doesn't seem like much, that's $6,000 over a 5 year period." Episode references: Regina Lark Professional Organizer Website: https://www.reginalark.com U.S. Census Bureau – Average Home Size Data: https://www.census.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Six years after her last appearance on the podcast (Episode 28, 15 June 2020), Natasha Luther-Jones  returns to join Laurent and Gerard for a lively catch-up on how both her career and the energy sector have evolved. What began with her being dubbed the “Queen of PPA” has expanded into a far broader role — prompting the hosts to crown her the “Energy Empress” as she now operates across the full spectrum of global energy and infrastructure.  Natasha reflects on the evolution as the Global co-chair in the Energy & Natural Resources practice at DLA Piper, describing how client demand has shifted from single-asset transactions to complex, multi-technology, cross-border platforms. The market has matured significantly, with renewables now firmly established as mainstream infrastructure and capital becoming more disciplined and selective.  A major growth area is battery energy storage systems (BESS), which have moved from being an adjunct to renewables to a core investment thesis in their own right. Storage, hybridisation and co-location strategies are reshaping project design, while revenue stacking and merchant exposure are demanding more sophisticated structuring and risk management.  On the M&A front, Natasha highlights sustained deal activity and strong valuations for scaled platforms and development pipelines. The market is firmly in a consolidation phase, with investors prioritising portfolio and platform transactions over single-asset deals. Innovative financing models, including holdco structures and cross-collateralisation across diversified portfolios, are increasingly replacing traditional asset-by-asset project finance.  The conversation also turns to the accelerating demand from AI-driven datacentres and the growing integration of digital infrastructure within energy complexes. As power demand surges, particularly for firm and clean energy, the convergence of energy and technology is creating new investment models and strategic partnerships — signalling that the next chapter of the energy transition will be defined as much by integration and capital structuring as by capacity build-out.

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Are you constantly battling clutter because your home lacks adequate storage space? Do you live without a basement, attic, or garage and wonder how to make every square inch count? What if you could transform forgotten corners and cramped spaces into organised storage havens?

What happens to a country's energy system when war reaches its offshore gas fields?In this episode of Energy Vista, Leslie Palti-Guzman sits down with Dr. Amit Mor, CEO of EcoEnergy and Senior Lecturer at Reichman University, to examine how Israel's energy system is operating under wartime, the implications for Jordan and Egypt's electricity systems, and the broader risks to global energy markets as tensions escalate around the Strait of Hormuz.They also discuss how energy infrastructure, maritime chokepoints, and geopolitical rivalries are increasingly intertwined in today's energy landscape.The episode highlights a core theme of Energy Vista: energy security is national security.Key topics discussed• How Israel maintains electricity supply despite the shutdown of major gas platforms• Israel's regional gas integration with Jordan and Egypt• The geopolitical implications of attacks on energy infrastructure • Iran's weaponization of the Strait of Hormuz

Check out YEBO Media at https://yebomedia.org/ and listen to Michael's mixtape episode at https://yebomedia.org/podcasts_episode/mixtape-vol-4-denver-scholarship-foundation/ Watch this episode on YouTube at Youtube.com/@didthatagewellFollow the podcast on IG https://instagram.com/didthatagewellTikTok https://tiktok.com/@didthatagewellpod Thank you to Spyder Moving & Storage support! Visit ⁠https://spydermoving.com⁠ to get a free quote and follow https://instagram.com/spydermovingandstorage on IG. Check out the upcoming comedy shows at Dude, IDK at ⁠https://dudeidkstudios.com⁠ and follow https://instagram.com/dude1dk⁠ on IG.

In this episode of Storage Wins, Alex Pardo and Dan Wentzel have a candid conversation about what happens when life gets in the way of progress. After building momentum with several promising storage opportunities, Dan hits a week where things slow down and the rhythm breaks.   Instead of ignoring it, Alex uses the moment as a coaching opportunity to talk about resilience, mindset, and how successful investors respond when plans get disrupted. They unpack why resistance is inevitable when you commit to a goal, how to remove emotional pressure from the process, and why consistency always matters more than perfection.   The episode also dives into a subtle but powerful mindset shift when speaking with storage owners: approaching conversations with curiosity and service instead of pressure and expectation.   This conversation serves as a real-time case study in what to do when progress stalls — and how to reset quickly so momentum keeps building.   ⸻   You'll Learn How To: Respond productively when life disrupts your plans Remove guilt and negative emotions when progress slows Maintain forward momentum even after losing rhythm Approach seller conversations with curiosity instead of pressure Focus on progress rather than perfection in the acquisition process Use mindset shifts to improve confidence and communication   ⸻   What You'll Learn in This Episode: [0:00] Why approaching seller calls with curiosity changes everything [1:11] Expecting resistance whenever you commit to a big goal [1:43] How life disruptions can derail momentum [2:09] Turning setbacks into learning opportunities [3:30] Why guilt and frustration don't help you move forward [5:12] Resetting your rhythm after losing momentum [7:48] The mindset shift from "what can I get?" to "how can I help?" [10:15] Removing pressure from seller conversations [14:27] Staying committed even when progress slows [18:40] Why consistency beats perfection in the long run   ⸻ Who This Episode Is For: Investors who feel discouraged when momentum slows Listeners trying to balance life responsibilities with investing goals Anyone struggling with guilt or frustration when plans get disrupted Operators who want to maintain consistency without burnout Investors looking to improve their mindset around seller conversations   ⸻   Why You Should Listen:   Every investor eventually hits a week where things fall apart.   The difference between those who succeed and those who quit is how they respond to those moments. This episode shows you how to reset quickly, learn from setbacks, and keep moving forward without letting frustration derail your progress.   If you're on the path to your first deal and feel like life keeps interrupting your momentum, this conversation will remind you that progress is rarely linear — but persistence always wins.   ⸻   Follow Alex Pardo here: Alex Pardo Website: https://alexpardo.com/ Alex Pardo Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alexpardo15 Alex Pardo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexpardo25 Alex Pardo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AlexPardo Storage Wins Website: https://storagewins.com/   ⸻   Have conversations with at least three storage owners, brokers, private lenders, or equity partners inside the Storage Wins Facebook Group. Join for free here:   https://www.facebook.com/groups/322064908446514/

Pool and Vdev topology for promox, KDE Plasma is not forcing systemd, Running a 2.11 BSD system, Booting NetBSD from a wedge and more... NOTES This episode of BSDNow is brought to you by Tarsnap and the BSDNow Patreon Headlines Pool and VDEV Topology for Proxmox Workloads News Roundup KDE Plasma 6.6 is Not Forcing systemd(1) but Arguments Rage On. An old article with covering : Running and administrating a 2.11 BSD system Booting NetBSD from a wedge, the hard way Beastie Bits The NetBSD Foundation will participate in Google Summer of Code 2026! Solaris 11.4 SRU90: Preserve Boot Environments zfs-2.4.1 Hardening OPNsense: Using Q-Feeds to Block Malicious Traffic Tarsnap This weeks episode of BSDNow was sponsored by our friends at Tarsnap, the only secure online backup you can trust your data to. Even paranoids need backups. Feedback/Questions Gary - A nice blog Send questions, comments, show ideas/topics, or stories you want mentioned on the show to feedback@bsdnow.tv Join us and other BSD Fans in our BSD Now Telegram channel

In this analysis of Marvell Technology's (MRVL) Q4 fiscal year 2026 earnings, Chip Stock Investor explores the company's dramatic shift toward becoming an all-in AI data center infrastructure play as data center revenue approaches nearly 80% of total sales. The video breaks down Marvell's core technological buckets—Logic, Networking, and Storage—highlighting their custom XPU work for major customers like Amazon and the strategic impact of acquiring Celestial AI and XConn. Beyond company specifics, the discussion addresses critical macro disruptions, including rising oil prices and memory shortages that are impacting the global semiconductor supply chain in 2026. By comparing Marvell's trajectory to industry giant Broadcom and performing a reverse discounted cash flow (DCF) analysis at the current $90 stock price, this deep dive evaluates whether the market's 30% growth expectation for Marvell is a justified bet for long-term www.chipstockinvestor.com/membershipinvestorsJoin us on Discord with Semiconductor Insider, sign up on our website: www.chipstockinvestor.com/membershipSupercharge your analysis with AI! Get 15% of your membership with our special link here: https://fiscal.ai/csi/Sign Up For Our Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/b1228c12f284/sign-up-landing-page-short-formIf you found this video useful, please make sure to like and subscribe!*********************************************************Affiliate links that are sprinkled in throughout this video. If something catches your eye and you decide to buy it, we might earn a little coffee money. Thanks for helping us (Kasey) fuel our caffeine addiction!Content in this video is for general information or entertainment only and is not specific or individual investment advice. Forecasts and information presented may not develop as predicted and there is no guarantee any strategies presented will be successful. All investing involves risk, and you could lose some or all of your principal. #Marvell #Semiconductors #AI #Investing #ChipStocks #DataCenter #MRVL #StockMarket AnalysisNick and Kasey own shares of Broadcom

In this episode of Tiny Show and Tell Us, we go from nerdy house-party physics to the brutal realities of morning sickness (can you say range!). First, we unpack what 5D data storage is and debate what we'd personally toss into the “Memory of Mankind” salt mine in Austria. Then we tackle a listener's question about whether science has any updates on what causes severe morning sickness. We need your stories — they're what make these bonus episodes possible! Write in to tinymatters@acs.org *or fill out this form* with your favorite science fact or science news story for a chance to be featured.A transcript and references for this episode can be found at acs.org/tinymatters.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This is episode 818. Read the complete transcription on the Sales Game Changers Podcast website. The Sales Game Changers Podcast was recognized by YesWare as the top sales podcast. Read the announcement here. FeedSpot named the Sales Game Changers Podcast at a top 20 Sales Podcast and top 8 Sales Leadership Podcast! Subscribe to the Sales Game Changers Podcast now on Apple Podcasts! Purchase Fred Diamond's best-sellers Love, Hope, Lyme: What Family Members, Partners, and Friends Who Love a Chronic Lyme Survivor Need to Know and Insights for Sales Game Changers now! On today's show, we interviewed Dennis Lucey, Vice President at Akima Global Technologies. Skilled in Storage Area Network (SAN), Government, Storage, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), and Go-to-market Strategy.  Find Dennis on LinkedIn.  DENNIS' TIP: "Anytime you do an outreach, particularly to a Fed, put it in context. Why do you want to connect and what are you bringing to them? Not what they can do for you, but what you can do for them."

In this episode of SHE MD, Mary Alice Haney and Dr. Thaïs Aliabadi sit down with Dr. Steven Storage to unpack one of the most common mental health misdiagnoses affecting women today: ADHD being mistaken for anxiety or depression. Dr. Storage explains why ADHD is often overlooked in girls and women, and how many patients spend years being treated for anxiety before discovering the real cause of their symptoms.The conversation explores how ADHD can present differently in women, including emotional overwhelm, chronic stress, brain fog, and difficulty focusing. Dr. Storage also discusses the role of brain imaging in ADHD diagnosis and how different brain patterns may require different treatment approaches, highlighting why traditional symptom checklists often miss the full picture.They also discuss how hormonal changes, especially during perimenopause, can intensify ADHD symptoms, which is why many women first seek answers later in life. This episode sheds light on the importance of accurate diagnosis and brain-based approaches to better support women navigating ADHD.Subscribe to SHE MD Podcast for expert tips on PCOS, endometriosis, fertility, hormonal balance, mental health, and more. Share with friends and visit SHE MD website and Ovii for research-backed resources, holistic health strategies, and expert guidance on women's health and well-being.SponsorsPremier Protein: Find your favorite flavor at PremierProtein.com or at Amazon, Walmart, and other major retailers. R+Co: Visit randco.com and use code SheMD20 at checkout for 20% off your first purchase. Use code SheMD20 for 20% off your first orderButcherBox: As an exclusive offer, new listeners can get their choice between organic ground beef, chicken breast or ground Tucker in every box for a year, PLUS $20 off when you go to ButcherBox.com/SHEMDPique Tea: Redefine your standard of health. Secure 20% off your order and begin your intentional wellness journey today at Piquelife.com/shemd. Bobbie: If you want to feed with confidence too, head to hibobbie.com - to the formula trusted by parents and loved by their babies - 700k and counting. Myriad: List GetMyRisk.com to learn more about hereditary cancer testing and how you can use Myriad's virtual care option for fast, at-home testing - no office visit required. What You'll LearnWhy ADHD is so often misdiagnosed as anxiety or depression in womenThe key differences between ADHD and anxiety symptomsWhy many women are diagnosed with ADHD later in lifeHow hormonal shifts like perimenopause can worsen ADHD symptomsHow brain imaging may help identify different types of ADHDKey Timestamps(0:00) Introduction to SHE MD(03:09) What ADHD Actually Is (And Why the Name Is Misleading)(07:05) ADHD in Women: Why It's Often Missed or Misdiagnosed(11:35) The ADHD Brain Explained: Dopamine & the Prefrontal Cortex(18:08) ADHD Medications: Stimulants vs Non-Stimulants Explained(21:28) ADHD vs Bipolar Disorder: Why Misdiagnosis Happens(30:12) The 7 Different Types of ADHD(39:12) Alcohol, Cannabis & the ADHD Brain(45:46) How to Naturally Increase Dopamine(47:45) Sleep, Exercise & Diet for ADHD Brain Health(57:10) Perimenopause, Hormones & ADHD Symptoms in Women(01:03:30) ADHD During Pregnancy & Natural Treatment Strategies(01:12:30) Final Thoughts: Rethinking ADHD & Brain HealthKey TakeawaysADHD in women is frequently misdiagnosed as anxiety or depression.Symptoms can present differently in women, often showing up as overwhelm, brain fog, and emotional dysregulation rather than hyperactivity.Hormonal changes, particularly during perimenopause, can make ADHD symptoms significantly worse.Traditional diagnostic methods may overlook ADHD, especially in adults.Brain imaging may help identify different ADHD patterns and support more personalized treatment.Guest BioDr. Steven Storage is a board-certified psychiatrist specializing in brain health and ADHD in both adults and children. His work focuses on helping patients who are often overlooked or misdiagnosed better understand the root causes of their symptoms. Using a comprehensive, brain-based approach, he works with patients to identify patterns in attention, mood, and behavior and develop more personalized treatment strategies.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

AP correspondent Julie Walker reports on the investigation into the men who are charged with bringing bombs to the New York mayor's home and how even more bomb making material was found.

New agreements between Michigan utilities and advocates will lower energy bills and invest in home improvements. A Battery Circularity Program aims to improve how batteries are collected, recycled and reprocessed across the state. The Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis says in a recent bulletin that “blistering pace of the buildout of solar and battery storage” appears set to continue for at least the next two years in the United States. For more, visit: https://mrgreatlakes.com/ Support this podcast: https://www.deltapublicmedia.org/donate/

Monday returns and so does another brand new episode of the Spitballers Podcast. On this episode, bathroom capers abound, the situation room returns and the laughter rolls as we draft TV & Movie Titles to Describe Parenting. Re-brand Mondays with some comedy! Subscribe and tell your friends about another funny episode of The Spitballers Comedy Podcast! Connect with the Spitballers Comedy Podcast: Become an Official Spitwad: SpitballersPod.com Follow us on X: x.com/SpitballersPod Follow us on IG: Instagram.com/SpitballersPod Subscribe on YouTube: YouTube.com/Spitballers Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sustainability became his unfair advantage on Amazon. A veteran textile designer reveals the data-first moves, fee-saving AWD shifts, and the tester story behind the explosive growth.

The Muppet*Vision 3D experience from the Disney parks is coming to the Apple Vision Pro - and other VR devices. A game archival site is going to go offline because it cannot afford to stay online due to various factors including the increasing cost of RAM and storage due to the global AI infrastructure roll-out. The State of New York is suing Valve over their use of loot boxes, possibly hoping to set a legal precedent to go after larger corporations with deeper pockets and better lawyers. Then we talk to Jamie from OLR about loot boxes and the "gaming" industry.

A satirical look at how solar energy aligns with conservative values like energy independence, national security, and free-market competition. Sean White reframes renewable energy through a Republican lens, emphasizing self-reliance, lower costs, and freedom from utility monopolies rather than environmental concerns. The message: solar isn't partisan, and there's more common ground than you'd think.   Topics Covered God bless America! Independence Grid is a commie No shared electricity with democrats Not depending on Gavin Newsom's grid Utilities are the Deep State High voltage wires cause EMFs and mess with you (RFK) Market Competition Property Rights National Security Individual Liberty Lower Electric Bills ROI: It offers a predictable, solid return on investment. Job Creation: The solar industry creates more jobs per unit of energy than fossil fuels. Reduced Inflation: Solar acts as a hedge against rising utility rates. Market Competition: It forces monopoly utilities to compete for customers. Private Sector Innovation: The industry is driven by entrepreneurs, not government bureaucrats. Lower Taxes: More efficient local energy production can lower the municipal tax burden for powering schools and public buildings. Business Overhead: It helps small businesses reduce operating costs, improving margins. Grid Efficiency: Distributed solar reduces the need for expensive transmission line upgrades that ratepayers cover. Fixed Costs: Once installed, the "fuel" (sunlight) is free forever; no price shocks. Land Lease Revenue: Farmers can lease unused land for solar farms, saving the family farm. Reduced Grid Congestion: It produces power right where it's used, saving the system money. Avoided Fuel Costs: It keeps money in the local economy rather than sending it to out-of-state fuel providers, like Saudi Arabia No Foreign Oil: Sunlight is domestic; we don't have to import it from hostile nations. Military Readiness: Solar allows forward operating bases to function without dangerous fuel supply convoys. Grid Resilience: Distributed solar makes the grid harder for terrorists or hackers to take down in one swoop. Disaster Recovery: Solar + battery systems keep power on during hurricanes and storms. Energy Dominance: Developing superior solar tech keeps the U.S. ahead of China. Decentralization: A decentralized grid is a harder target than a centralized one. Backup Power: It provides security for families during grid failures (like the Texas freeze). Strategic Reserves: Using solar allows us to save oil and gas reserves for tactical military needs. No Embargoes: You can't embargo the sun. No OPEC Energy Freedom: The right to generate your own power is a fundamental property right. Off-Grid Living: It enables the ultimate libertarian dream of living disconnected from the system. Anti-Monopoly: It breaks the stranglehold of state-sanctioned utility monopolies. Choice: It gives consumers a choice other than the single utility provider. Self-Reliance: It encourages personal responsibility for one's own needs. Protection From Bureaucracy: You are less beholden to utility commission decisions. No Eminent Domain: Rooftop solar doesn't require seizing private land for pipelines. Privacy: Generating your own power reduces the data utilities collect on your usage habits. Voluntary Association: Community solar allows people to voluntarily pool resources without government mandates. How about a Republican-only solar cooperative, no blue electrons Individualism: My roof, my power, my rules. Avoiding Rationing: Self-generation protects you from government-imposed rolling blackouts. (electrical bread line) Stewardship: It aligns with the biblical mandate to be good stewards of the Earth. Clean Air: It reduces smog and pollution, which is pro-life and pro-health. Countering the Left: Embracing solar takes the issue away from Democrats. Electric Fencing: Essential for ranchers managing livestock. Water Pumping: Solar well pumps are a lifeline for cattle ranchers. Silent Operation: Great for hunting cabins and retreats. (Sneak up on that deer meal) Preppers: The ultimate survivalist energy source. Libertarians: Decentralized and anti-state monopoly. Fiscal Hawks: Lowest cost of energy in many markets. Tech Conservatives: Represent innovation and modernization. (Winning the AI war) Legacy: Leaving a self-sufficient home to your children. Competition with China: We shouldn't let them own the future of energy. Freedom: Ultimately, it gives you the power to tell the power company to shove it.   Learn more at www.solarSEAN.com and be sure to get NABCEP certified by taking Sean's classes at www.heatspring.com/sean  

Topic of the Week with pop-up guest Fay Bordbar:   What are Copilot Agents? Other Discussions

In this episode, Austin chats with Pranav Raval (Aptos Labs) about Shelby, a new decentralized storage protocol designed to address the performance and cost limitations of earlier decentralized storage systems. The conversation dives into Shelby's architecture and market opportunities. Unlike previous systems that rely on unreliable “spare capacity” nodes, Shelby uses professionally operated data centers, erasure coding for reliability, and incentives for fast data retrieval. This design enables new use cases beyond simple file storage, including verifiable advertising analytics, IP-protected generative media, AI data marketplaces, and distributed AI inference at the network edge. Pranav explains how Shelby can position itself as infrastructure for data-intensive applications—especially those driven by AI—while offering an alternative to the expensive egress fees and regional data silos of traditional cloud providers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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“Location, location, location” doesn't just apply to residential and commercial real estate. It also holds true for natural gas storage, which is in high-and-rising demand along the Texas/Louisiana border, where a slew of new LNG export capacity is coming online — new gas-fired power plants, too.

If episode seven was about converting conversations into contracts, episode eight is about increasing deal flow — and knowing how to analyze opportunity when it hits your desk.   In this episode of Storage Wins, Alex Pardo and Dan Wentzel break down what happens when consistent action finally compounds. After months of hesitation, Dan hires a virtual assistant — and within two weeks, four legitimate storage opportunities land in his pipeline.   Alex and Dan unpack why hiring a VA took eight months, what mindset blocks were holding Dan back, and how leveraging the Storage Wins community made the transition easier. From there, they dive deep into one specific 36,000 square foot facility, walking through back-of-the-napkin underwriting, cap rate analysis, seller motivation, and how to think about value-add potential the right way.   This episode isn't just about hiring help. It's about understanding leverage — leverage of time, leverage of community, leverage of terms, and leverage of upside inside the deal itself.   You'll Learn How To: Use a virtual assistant to dramatically increase deal flow Overcome hesitation around hiring and delegation Underwrite a storage deal using simple back-of-the-napkin math Analyze revenue, expenses, and NOI quickly on a seller call Identify upside through rate gaps and unsophisticated operations Use seller financing terms to increase purchasing power Control deal structure by focusing on terms, not just price Incentivize your VA to create long-term leverage   ⸻   What You'll Learn in This Episode:   [0:00] Why cash flow in storage "depends" [1:08] The Season 2 mission: closing before Thanksgiving 2025 [3:02] Hiring a VA after eight months of hesitation [6:42] The fear of training and financial commitment [7:30] Why $70 per week created massive leverage [9:01] Leveraging community to solve hiring challenges [12:42] Four new facilities added to the pipeline in two weeks [13:40] Why mom-and-pop operators create opportunity [15:36] Reducing expenses vs. increasing revenue [18:40] Explaining debt service coverage ratio to sellers [21:38] Breaking down a 36,000 sq ft deal opportunity [34:58] Back-of-the-napkin NOI calculation using a 35% expense ratio [35:54] Applying an 8 cap to determine baseline valuation [36:48] Spotting 50% rate gaps vs. competitors [39:28] Matching a $2M offer with better positioning [41:52] "Your price, my terms" explained [45:08] Why incentivizing your VA accelerates growth   Who This Episode Is For: Investors stuck trying to do everything themselves Listeners who want more deal flow but feel time-constrained Anyone unsure how to quickly analyze a storage opportunity Operators learning how to structure seller-financed deals Investors ready to move from slow progress to momentum ⸻   Why You Should Listen:   Momentum changes everything.   Dan didn't suddenly get lucky — he created leverage. By hiring a VA and leaning into community support, he multiplied his outreach and surfaced four serious opportunities in two weeks.   This episode shows you exactly how to think through a real deal: how to estimate NOI, apply cap rates, spot value-add potential, and structure terms that increase purchasing power. If you've ever wondered how experienced investors quickly evaluate deals while staying disciplined on risk, this is a real-time masterclass.   And perhaps most importantly — it proves that sometimes the biggest breakthrough isn't a signed contract. It's the decision to stop doing everything yourself. ⸻ Follow Alex Pardo here: Alex Pardo Website: https://alexpardo.com/ Alex Pardo Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alexpardo15 Alex Pardo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexpardo25 Alex Pardo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AlexPardo Storage Wins Website: https://storagewins.com/   ⸻   Have conversations with at least three storage owners, brokers, private lenders, or equity partners inside the Storage Wins Facebook Group. Join for free here:   https://www.facebook.com/groups/322064908446514/

As global oil prices continue to climb, crude oil supplies from Iraq and Kuwait could stop shipping within days if travel through the Strait of Hormuz remains virtually halted. Plus, China cuts its economic growth forecast to the lowest level since 1991.

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In this conversation, Dylan Silver and Logan Freeman delve into the complexities of commercial real estate, discussing market trends, the importance of local knowledge, and strategies for new investors. Logan emphasizes the bifurcated nature of the market, where different asset classes and locations can behave very differently. He also highlights the significance of long-term investment perspectives and the rising demand for industrial real estate, particularly due to onshoring trends. The discussion wraps up with insights into emerging projects and the importance of staying informed in the ever-evolving real estate landscape.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

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The MacVoices Live! panel continues to examine Apple's latest hardware news. This time,Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, and Jim Rea examine the refreshed Studio XDR display, an M4 iPad Air update, and the iPhone 17e. The crew debates whether premium displays justify their cost, why “pro” products struggle with mainstream perception, and how the iPad Air fits real workflows. They also praise the 17e's value, especially MagSafe and higher base storage, and speculate that rising base specs may be preparing for a smarter Siri.  This edition of MacVoices is supported by MacVoices Magazine, our free magazine on Flipboard. Updated daily with the best articles on the web to help you do more with your Apple gear and adjacent tech, access MacVoices Magazine content on Flipboard, on the web, or in your favorite RSS reader. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Opening and topics preview00:11 Support message and transition to announcements00:35 New Studio XDR: specs and the “monitor market” question01:36 Price vs. value: who should buy an XDR?02:42 Alternatives and real-world studio display satisfaction03:36 Stands, VESA mounts, and Apple pricing quirks04:28 “Gorgeous, but…” comparing to other high-end displays04:55 Pro reference monitors vs. consumer expectations06:16 Apple stepping back from the pro display space06:38 Mac Pro vs. Mac Studio: is the tower era over?09:41 “Studio” devices as the new pro lineup10:06 Laptops as pro machines and Thunderbolt expandability11:12 TV pricing collapse and why specialty stores quit TVs14:46 M4 iPad Air announcement: what changed and why15:00 Press reactions and positioning vs. iPad Pro16:08 Real-world cost build-up with keyboards/cellular17:25 iPad Air use cases: consumption, value, and longevity20:13 iPhone 17e: why coverage is surprisingly positive22:19 17 vs. 17e: display/camera tradeoffs, MagSafe returns23:44 Storage bump and expected sales impact25:59 Who the 17e is for—and who's waiting for the Fold30:10 A “modem phone” use case and privacy hopes31:32 iPad Pro in daily workflow: Notes + iCloud33:18 “Base specs” theory: preparing for the next Siri35:28 Timing, memory pressure, and avoiding future backlash37:14 Wrap-up and credits Links: Apple announces Studio Display XDR with 120Hz refresh rate, mini-LED, morehttps://9to5mac.com/2026/03/03/apple-announces-studio-display-xdr-with-120hz-refresh-rate-mini-led-more/ Apple Unveils iPad Air With M4 Chip, Increased RAM, Wi-Fi 7, and Morehttps://www.macrumors.com/2026/03/02/apple-announces-ipad-air-with-m4-chip/ Apple officially announces iPhone 17e with MagSafe, 256GB storage, morehttps://9to5mac.com/2026/03/02/apple-officially-announces-iphone-17e-with-magsafe-256gb-storage-more/ Guests:   Web Bixby has been in the insurance business for 40 years and has been an Apple user for longer than that.You can catch up with him on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn, but prefers Bluesky. Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him on Twitter, by email at embolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast. Brian Flanigan-Arthurs is an educator with a passion for providing results-driven, innovative learning strategies for all students, but particularly those who are at-risk. He is also a tech enthusiast who has a particular affinity for Apple since he first used the Apple IIGS as a student. You can contact Brian on twitter as @brian8944. He also recently opened a Mastodon account at @brian8944@mastodon.cloud. Jeff Gamet is a technology blogger, podcaster, author, and public speaker. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's Managing Editor, and the TextExpander Evangelist for Smile. He has presented at Macworld Expo, RSA Conference, several WordCamp events, along with many other conferences. You can find him on several podcasts such as The Mac Show, The Big Show, MacVoices, Mac OS Ken, This Week in iOS, and more. Jeff is easy to find on social media as @jgamet on Twitter and Instagram, jeffgamet on LinkedIn., @jgamet@mastodon.social on Mastodon, and on his YouTube Channel at YouTube.com/jgamet. David Ginsburg is the host of the weekly podcast In Touch With iOS where he discusses all things iOS, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, and related technologies. He is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users. Visit his YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65 and on Mastodon at @daveg65@mastodon.cloud. Dr. Marty Jencius has been an Associate Professor of Counseling at Kent State University since 2000. He has over 120 publications in books, chapters, journal articles, and others, along with 200 podcasts related to counseling, counselor education, and faculty life. His technology interest led him to develop the counseling profession ‘firsts,' including listservs, a web-based peer-reviewed journal, The Journal of Technology in Counseling, teaching and conferencing in virtual worlds as the founder of Counselor Education in Second Life, and podcast founder/producer of CounselorAudioSource.net and ThePodTalk.net. Currently, he produces a podcast about counseling and life questions, the Circular Firing Squad, and digital video interviews with legacies capturing the history of the counseling field. This is also co-host of The Vision ProFiles podcast. Generally, Marty is chasing the newest tech trends, which explains his interest in A.I. for teaching, research, and productivity. Marty is an active presenter and past president of the NorthEast Ohio Apple Corp (NEOAC). Jim Rea built his own computer from scratch in 1975, started programming in 1977, and has been an independent Mac developer continuously since 1984. He is the founder of ProVUE Development, and the author of Panorama X, ProVUE's ultra fast RAM based database software for the macOS platform. He's been a speaker at MacTech, MacWorld Expo and other industry conferences. Follow Jim at provue.com and via @provuejim@techhub.social on Mastodon. Support:      Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon     http://patreon.com/macvoices      Enjoy this episode? 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The MacVoices Live! panel continues to examine Apple's latest hardware news. This time,Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, and Jim Rea examine the refreshed Studio XDR display, an M4 iPad Air update, and the iPhone 17e. The crew debates whether premium displays justify their cost, why "pro" products struggle with mainstream perception, and how the iPad Air fits real workflows. They also praise the 17e's value, especially MagSafe and higher base storage, and speculate that rising base specs may be preparing for a smarter Siri.  This edition of MacVoices is supported by MacVoices Magazine, our free magazine on Flipboard. Updated daily with the best articles on the web to help you do more with your Apple gear and adjacent tech, access MacVoices Magazine content on Flipboard, on the web, or in your favorite RSS reader. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Opening and topics preview 00:11 Support message and transition to announcements 00:35 New Studio XDR: specs and the "monitor market" question 01:36 Price vs. value: who should buy an XDR? 02:42 Alternatives and real-world studio display satisfaction 03:36 Stands, VESA mounts, and Apple pricing quirks 04:28 "Gorgeous, but…" comparing to other high-end displays 04:55 Pro reference monitors vs. consumer expectations 06:16 Apple stepping back from the pro display space 06:38 Mac Pro vs. Mac Studio: is the tower era over? 09:41 "Studio" devices as the new pro lineup 10:06 Laptops as pro machines and Thunderbolt expandability 11:12 TV pricing collapse and why specialty stores quit TVs 14:46 M4 iPad Air announcement: what changed and why 15:00 Press reactions and positioning vs. iPad Pro 16:08 Real-world cost build-up with keyboards/cellular 17:25 iPad Air use cases: consumption, value, and longevity 20:13 iPhone 17e: why coverage is surprisingly positive 22:19 17 vs. 17e: display/camera tradeoffs, MagSafe returns 23:44 Storage bump and expected sales impact 25:59 Who the 17e is for—and who's waiting for the Fold 30:10 A "modem phone" use case and privacy hopes 31:32 iPad Pro in daily workflow: Notes + iCloud 33:18 "Base specs" theory: preparing for the next Siri 35:28 Timing, memory pressure, and avoiding future backlash 37:14 Wrap-up and credits Links: Apple announces Studio Display XDR with 120Hz refresh rate, mini-LED, more https://9to5mac.com/2026/03/03/apple-announces-studio-display-xdr-with-120hz-refresh-rate-mini-led-more/ Apple Unveils iPad Air With M4 Chip, Increased RAM, Wi-Fi 7, and More https://www.macrumors.com/2026/03/02/apple-announces-ipad-air-with-m4-chip/ Apple officially announces iPhone 17e with MagSafe, 256GB storage, more https://9to5mac.com/2026/03/02/apple-officially-announces-iphone-17e-with-magsafe-256gb-storage-more/ Guests:   Web Bixby has been in the insurance business for 40 years and has been an Apple user for longer than that.You can catch up with him on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn, but prefers Bluesky. Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him on Twitter, by email at embolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast. Brian Flanigan-Arthurs is an educator with a passion for providing results-driven, innovative learning strategies for all students, but particularly those who are at-risk. He is also a tech enthusiast who has a particular affinity for Apple since he first used the Apple IIGS as a student. You can contact Brian on twitter as @brian8944. He also recently opened a Mastodon account at @brian8944@mastodon.cloud. Jeff Gamet is a technology blogger, podcaster, author, and public speaker. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's Managing Editor, and the TextExpander Evangelist for Smile. He has presented at Macworld Expo, RSA Conference, several WordCamp events, along with many other conferences. You can find him on several podcasts such as The Mac Show, The Big Show, MacVoices, Mac OS Ken, This Week in iOS, and more. Jeff is easy to find on social media as @jgamet on Twitter and Instagram, jeffgamet on LinkedIn., @jgamet@mastodon.social on Mastodon, and on his YouTube Channel at YouTube.com/jgamet. David Ginsburg is the host of the weekly podcast In Touch With iOS where he discusses all things iOS, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, and related technologies. He is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users. Visit his YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65 and on Mastodon at @daveg65@mastodon.cloud. Dr. Marty Jencius has been an Associate Professor of Counseling at Kent State University since 2000. He has over 120 publications in books, chapters, journal articles, and others, along with 200 podcasts related to counseling, counselor education, and faculty life. His technology interest led him to develop the counseling profession 'firsts,' including listservs, a web-based peer-reviewed journal, The Journal of Technology in Counseling, teaching and conferencing in virtual worlds as the founder of Counselor Education in Second Life, and podcast founder/producer of CounselorAudioSource.net and ThePodTalk.net. Currently, he produces a podcast about counseling and life questions, the Circular Firing Squad, and digital video interviews with legacies capturing the history of the counseling field. This is also co-host of The Vision ProFiles podcast. Generally, Marty is chasing the newest tech trends, which explains his interest in A.I. for teaching, research, and productivity. Marty is an active presenter and past president of the NorthEast Ohio Apple Corp (NEOAC). Jim Rea built his own computer from scratch in 1975, started programming in 1977, and has been an independent Mac developer continuously since 1984. He is the founder of ProVUE Development, and the author of Panorama X, ProVUE's ultra fast RAM based database software for the macOS platform. He's been a speaker at MacTech, MacWorld Expo and other industry conferences. Follow Jim at provue.com and via @provuejim@techhub.social on Mastodon. Support:      Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon      http://patreon.com/macvoices      Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect:      Web:      http://macvoices.com      Twitter:      http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner      http://www.twitter.com/macvoices      Mastodon:      https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner      Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner      MacVoices Page on Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/      MacVoices Group on Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice      LinkedIn:      https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/      Instagram:      https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe:      Audio in iTunes      Video in iTunes      Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher:      Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss      Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

In this AI Overview of Storage Meetup #67 industry professionals discuss operational strategies and the transition toward modernized management. A representative from Warehouse Anywhere highlights how they provide facilities with high-quality business tenants and specialized services like white-glove delivery and trash removal. The conversation shifts to the benefits of mobile container units, where experienced operators share advice on site preparation and marketing these unique sizes to customers. Remote management is a major theme, with participants emphasizing the use of GPS-timestamped photos and virtual audits to maintain brand standards without on-site staff. The experts also debate the pitfalls of third-party call centers and the hidden costs of partnering with U-Haul, noting that low-quality rental experiences can damage a facility's reputation. Ultimately, the group advocates for operational flexibility and personalized service as the primary ways smaller owners can successfully compete against large corporate real estate trusts. J oin us live every Friday at the Storage Meetup. https://storagemeetup.com/

LFP battery storage pricing dropped from over $1,000 per kilowatt hour to under $100 per kilowatt hour in a few short years. That single shift is reshaping project economics across the solar and storage industry. In this episode of The Clean Power Hour, host Tim Montague sits down with Wes Kennedy, a 30-year clean energy veteran. They cover DC coupling, middle market strategy, the AI-driven energy demand surge, workforce development, and what the storage ITC means in a post-solar-ITC world.Wes Kennedy leads middle market BESS deployment at QCells. He has nearly 30 years of experience in renewables. He co-founded Namaste Solar and held senior engineering and leadership roles at SMA America, Dynapower, and Blue Planet Energy. He continues to educate the next generation of installers through his "Comprehensive Solar plus Storage" curriculum on HeatSpring.Episode HighlightsLFP batteries went from over $1,000/kWh to under $100/kWh at scale in a few years. Wes traces this shift from his time at Blue Planet Energy, where lithium iron phosphate was still considered an exotic chemistry. DC coupling turns a constrained interconnection into a 24-hour revenue asset. A 1 MW grid connection, when paired with enough solar and storage on the DC side, produces a 24 MWh revenue stream for the host while remaining a 1 MW dispatchable resource from the utility's perspective.The storage ITC still exists even though solar lost its tax credit. DC-coupled projects benefit because the battery, battery inverter, transformer, skid, and cables all qualify for the ITC. QCells is launching a 1.25 MW, 5 MWh middle market skid. All components come from non-FEOC nations with at least 70% domestic content compliance, qualifying for a 40% tax credit. The biggest storage myth is a lithium shortage. Wes points to battery recycling companies like Redwood Recycling. Recycled battery volume is a richer feedstock than the richest lithium mine on the planet. You can connect with Wes Kennedy here Wes Kennedy LinkedInQcells WebsiteHeatspring Wes Kennedy Support the showConnect with Tim Clean Power Hour Clean Power Hour on YouTubeTim on TwitterTim on LinkedIn Email tim@cleanpowerhour.com Review Clean Power Hour on Apple PodcastsThe Clean Power Hour is produced by the Clean Power Consulting Group and created by Tim Montague. Contact us by email: CleanPowerHour@gmail.com Corporate sponsors who share our mission to speed the energy transition are invited to check out https://www.cleanpowerhour.com/support/The Clean Power Hour is brought to you by CPS America, maker of North America's number one 3-phase string inverter, with over 6GW shipped in the US. With a focus on commercial and utility-scale solar and energy storage, the company partners with customers to provide unparalleled performance and service. The CPS America product lineup includes 3-phase string inverters from 25kW to 275kW, exceptional data communication and controls, and energy storage solutions designed for seamless integration with CPS America systems. Learn more at www.chintpowersystems.com

New and expanded natural gas storage facilities near the Texas/Louisiana border are coming online and being planned, mostly in response to the ongoing buildout of LNG export capacity along the Gulf Coast and new gas pipelines to those terminals.

Send a textTaking your quilt business from a digital screen to a physical trade show booth can feel like a high-stakes challenge. In this episode, Tori and Andi pull back the curtain on the "messy middle" of booth prep and the vulnerability of being seen. You'll discover:The "Top-Down" Strategy: How to design for visibility so your brand is seen from across the room.Pro-Tips on a Budget: Why wooden crates and magnetic LEDs are a business owner's best friend.The Introvert's Secret Weapon: How sticker trading turns awkward networking into a fun connection.The Personalized Pitch: Why a "gift packet" lands better partnerships than a generic brochure.Perfect for any creative entrepreneur ready to step into the spotlight. Join us as we bridge the gap between digital magic and real-life connection.Mentioned in the Episode: Blog Post: Your h+h Roadmap  Craft to Career Episode with Darrin Stern  Our episode with Brandy, The Quilter on Fire  Register for h+h  Chapters[00:05] - Welcome & The "Why" Behind Booth Prep[01:46] - Navigating H&H Americas: B2B vs. B2C and Booth Basics[02:45] - The "Spotlight" Strategy: Why You Shouldn't Display Everything[03:20] - From Digital to Physical: Turning Marketing Concepts into "Thought Bubbles"[05:43] - The Booth as a Landing Page: Designing for the Customer Journey[07:39] - Andi's Trade Show Past & Using "Top-Down" Visibility[10:09] - The Magic of Wooden Crates: Height, Storage, and Aesthetic[11:26] - Beyond the Business Card: Postcards, Brochures, and QR Codes[15:19] - The Trifold Truth: Focusing Your Message to Avoid Confusion[18:20] - The Personalized Pitch: Turning Partnerships into "Gifts"[23:18] - Sticker Culture: The Introvert's Secret Weapon for Networking[28:06] - Strategic Lighting: Magnetic LEDs and Gallery Vibes[30:06] - Outro & Final ReflectionsWant More Quilting Business Content?

The energy grid needs reliable, carbon-free power around the clock and geothermal might be the most underestimated solution on the table. A century of oil and gas expertise is now being repurposed to unlock heat sitting beneath our feet almost anywhere on Earth, and in doing so, it's also unlocking a new form of long-duration energy storage that requires no mountain, no reservoir, and no battery chemistry.In this episode, host Alejandro Diego sits down with Cindy Taff, CEO of Sage Geo Systems. Together they explore how Sage is moving beyond the geological constraints of conventional geothermal, what it takes to engineer a reservoir from scratch, how their underground pressure storage system works like an inverted pumped hydro plant, and why companies like Meta and the US Department of Defense are already signing on.You can watch or listen to new episodes every Tuesday and Thursday.Transmission is a Modo Energy production. Your host is Alejandro De Diego - US Market AnalystModo Energy helps the owners, operators, builders, and financiers of battery energy storage understand the market — and make the most out of their assets. Want all the latest power market news? Sign up for our free Weekly Dispatch newsletter:https://bit.ly/TheWeeklyDispatch Chapters:00:00 Next-gen geothermal intro01:49 Cindy Taff background04:51 Geothermal opportunity07:19 Conventional geothermal limits08:39 How geothermal works10:38 Geothermal grid baseload11:44 US heat resource map13:13 Oil and gas drilling tech16:50 Discovering underground storage17:21 Earth Store technology18:07 Storage capacity explained19:35 Fast dispatch no degradation21:42 Pelton turbine explained23:47 Why viable now25:30 Energy storage business model27:12 Target customers28:27 Development obstacles29:52 Permitting process31:36 Meta 150MW deal33:41 5.5 terawatt potential36:17 Grid transformation impact37:49 What drives Cindy39:16 Direct heating use case40:30 Sage 2035 milestones42:20 Energy expansion contrarian view

The energy grid needs reliable, carbon-free power around the clock and geothermal might be the most underestimated solution on the table. A century of oil and gas expertise is now being repurposed to unlock heat sitting beneath our feet almost anywhere on Earth, and in doing so, it's also unlocking a new form of long-duration energy storage that requires no mountain, no reservoir, and no battery chemistry.In this episode, host Alejandro Diego sits down with Cindy Taff, CEO of Sage Geo Systems. Together they explore how Sage is moving beyond the geological constraints of conventional geothermal, what it takes to engineer a reservoir from scratch, how their underground pressure storage system works like an inverted pumped hydro plant, and why companies like Meta and the US Department of Defense are already signing on.You can watch or listen to new episodes every Tuesday and Thursday.Transmission is a Modo Energy production. Your host is Alejandro De Diego - US Market AnalystModo Energy helps the owners, operators, builders, and financiers of battery energy storage understand the market — and make the most out of their assets. Want all the latest power market news? Sign up for our free Weekly Dispatch newsletter:https://bit.ly/TheWeeklyDispatch Chapters:00:00 Next-gen geothermal intro01:49 Cindy Taff background04:51 Geothermal opportunity07:19 Conventional geothermal limits08:39 How geothermal works10:38 Geothermal grid baseload11:44 US heat resource map13:13 Oil and gas drilling tech16:50 Discovering underground storage17:21 Earth Store technology18:07 Storage capacity explained19:35 Fast dispatch no degradation21:42 Pelton turbine explained23:47 Why viable now25:30 Energy storage business model27:12 Target customers28:27 Development obstacles29:52 Permitting process31:36 Meta 150MW deal33:41 5.5 terawatt potential36:17 Grid transformation impact37:49 What drives Cindy39:16 Direct heating use case40:30 Sage 2035 milestones42:20 Energy expansion contrarian view

Artificial intelligence reshapes enterprise storage infrastructure, transforming passive data repositories into active platforms that power AI applications. Vishal Sinha explains...

In this episode of Storage Wins, Alex Pardo coaches Dan Wentzel through one of the most important skills in self-storage investing: converting conversations into contracts. With a healthy pipeline finally in place, the focus shifts from prospecting to persuasion—without being pushy.   Alex breaks down how to uncover seller motivation, ask better timeline questions, create urgency the right way, and position yourself as the preferred buyer instead of just another offer. The episode features a live cold-call role play between Alex and Dan, followed by a detailed breakdown of what worked, what could improve, and how subtle adjustments can dramatically increase closing odds.   This episode isn't about scripts—it's about psychology, positioning, and controlling the conversation through questions.   ⸻   You'll Learn How To: Convert seller conversations into signed contracts Ask timeline questions that reveal real motivation Create urgency without sounding salesy or desperate Use offer expiration dates as leverage Position certainty and credibility over highest price Handle pricing gaps with strategic follow-up questions Avoid overcomplicating creative financing too early End every call with leverage—including referrals   ⸻   What You'll Learn in This Episode: • [0:00] Why you should almost always make an offer • [3:40] Converting conversations into contracts and cash • [5:00] Three-year follow-up paying off in real opportunities • [6:05] Becoming a welcome guest—not an annoying pest • [9:00] Why relationships outlast transactions • [14:12] The power of asking about timeline early • [17:44] When NOT to put an offer in writing • [18:27] Building urgency without pressure • [21:33] Why certainty often beats the highest offer • [22:14] Leveraging expiration dates the right way • [24:19] Live cold-call role play begins • [41:00] Call breakdown: what Dan did well • [48:00] Missed opportunities inside seller language • [52:00] Why industry jargon can kill deals • [56:00] The hidden leverage in family decision dynamics • [59:00] Why collecting the seller's email matters • [1:00:30] The referral question most investors forget   ⸻   Who This Episode Is For: Investors who struggle turning conversations into real offers Listeners unsure how to handle "your price is too low" Anyone who feels awkward asking for timeline or motivation Operators who want to improve call structure and confidence Investors ready to sharpen their seller psychology skills   ⸻   Why You Should Listen:   Most deals aren't lost because of bad underwriting—they're lost because of weak conversations.   This episode shows you how to control the frame, ask the right questions, and build positioning that makes sellers want to work with you. If you've ever felt like calls "go fine" but don't turn into contracts, this breakdown will show you exactly where the leverage lives.   If you want to become the buyer sellers trust—not just another number—this episode is essential listening. ⸻ Follow Alex Pardo here: Alex Pardo Website: https://alexpardo.com/ Alex Pardo Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alexpardo15 Alex Pardo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexpardo25 Alex Pardo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AlexPardo Storage Wins Website: https://storagewins.com/   ⸻   Have conversations with at least three storage owners, brokers, private lenders, or equity partners inside the Storage Wins Facebook Group. Join for free here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/322064908446514/

The prices of digital storage are set to climb this year because AI is eating up all the available inventory. And modern photography is entirely dependent on storage, whether it's the SD cards that store the captured images, the internal solid-state memory that stores data on your computer, or the external SSDs and traditional hard drives that keep your archive of photos. Hosts: Jeff Carlson: website, Jeff's photos, Jeff on Instagram, Jeff on Glass, Jeff on Mastodon, Jeff on Bluesky Kirk McElhearn: website, Kirk's photos, Kirk on Instagram, Kirk on Glass, Kirk on Mastodon, Kirk on Bluesky Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! Western Digital is out of hard drives, because Ai (of course) Take Control of Your Digital Storage Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you've already subscribed, you're automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive.

Livestock Trade and Meat Storage Price Discovery Closes Prescribed Fire for Wildlife Benefits   00:01:05 – Livestock Trade and Meat Storage: A cattle market update from Tyler Cozzens, director of the Livestock Marketing Information Center, begins today's show. He reviews the recent trade and cold storage reports.   00:12:05 – Price Discovery Closes: Keeping today's show moving is Jenny Ifft, K-State Flinchbaugh agricultural policy chair, discussing finished price discovery for crop insurance.   00:23:05 – Prescribed Fire for Wildlife Benefits: K-State wildlife specialist, Drew Ricketts, ends the show explaining how prescribed fire is beneficial for wildlife populations and what has the biggest impact on species.      Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.   Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast.   K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit Extension.ksu.edu. K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Film Photography Project - Episode 370 – March 1, 2026 - 
It's the top of the month, and the Film Photography Project gang is back to talk movie film! Michael Raso is joined by Owen McCafferty, Mat Marrash, and Leslie Lazenby to explore smart storage for developed film, how to correctly match your C-mount and D-mount lenses, plus listener letters and more. 

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In this episode of the Real Estate Pros podcast, host Micah Johnson speaks with Chris Long, founder of Long Yards Storage, who shares his journey in real estate since 2012. Chris discusses his unique approach to industrial outside storage (iOS), the challenges of finding and acquiring properties, and the lessons learned from rapid growth. He emphasizes the importance of cash flow, the versatility of his hybrid model, and the entrepreneurial spirit needed to succeed in the industry.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

In this episode of Storage Wins, Alex Pardo works with Dan Wentzel on live deal analysis—breaking down a real storage opportunity step by step. Together, they walk through how to evaluate a market, identify unsophisticated competition, spot pricing inefficiencies, and determine whether a facility has true upside or hidden risk.   This episode pulls back the curtain on how experienced operators think when they're underwriting deals. It's less about spreadsheets and more about pattern recognition—understanding markets, competitors, and operator behavior so you can make confident offers without needing perfect information.     You'll Learn How To: Evaluate storage markets using competition and operator sophistication Identify pricing gaps that signal upside potential Analyze deals even when data is incomplete or unclear Use market behavior—not just numbers—to guide your offers Build confidence by underwriting deals faster and more consistently   What You'll Learn in This Episode: [1:28] Recap of the Season 2 journey and why accountability matters [3:05] Why progress creates confidence—and confidence fuels action [5:34] Back-of-the-napkin analysis using square footage and market rents [6:58] Why offer volume matters more than perfect underwriting [9:03] How trust and rapport unlock seller information [13:01] Momentum update: increased offers and underwriting speed [17:35] Why teaching what you're learning accelerates mastery [21:17] Building a storage deal pipeline that doesn't rely on luck [23:15] Why follow-up—not first contact—wins most deals [29:15] Live deal overview: secondary market, size, and price range [31:44] Spotting unsophisticated operators through online presence [35:05] Using Google Maps, reviews, and websites to read a market [37:56] Understanding rate gaps and competitive positioning [39:20] How competitor pricing can reveal hidden opportunities [43:09] Making offers the right way—with explanation and context [45:16] Why buyer credibility matters with brokers and wholesalers [50:31] Learn → execute → tweak: the real framework for progress [51:42] The next challenge: increasing offer volume to six per week       Who This Episode Is For: Investors who want to understand why a deal works—not just if it works Listeners struggling to evaluate markets and competition Anyone unsure how to make offers with imperfect information People ready to build confidence through repetition and real analysis   Why You Should Listen: Most deals aren't lost because of bad math—they're lost because investors don't know how to read a market. This episode shows you how to think like an operator, spot opportunity where others don't, and make informed offers without waiting for perfect data. If you've ever wondered "How do I know if this deal is actually good?"—this episode walks you through the answer in real time.     Follow Alex Pardo here: Alex Pardo Website: https://alexpardo.com/ Alex Pardo Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alexpardo15 Alex Pardo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexpardo25 Alex Pardo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AlexPardo Storage Wins Website: https://storagewins.com/   Have conversations with at least three storage owners, brokers, private lenders, or equity partners inside the Storage Wins Facebook Group. Join for free here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/322064908446514/

OpenZFS monitoring, hellosystems 0.8, GhostBSD and XLibre, Bhyve Exporters and 30 year old LibC issues. NOTES This episode of BSDNow is brought to you by Tarsnap and the BSDNow Patreon Headlines OpenZFS Monitoring and Observability: What to Track and Why It Matters helloSystem 0.8 Released FreeBSD Based OS Inspired by macOS. https://itsfoss.gitlab.io/post/hellosystem-08-released-freebsd-based-os-inspired-by-macos/ News Roundup [Default GhostBSD to XLibre](https://github.com/ghostbsd/ghostbsd-build/pull/259] Addressing XLibre Change and GhostBSD Future Bhyve Prometheus Exporter for Sylve on FreeBSD. Linux GNU C Library Fixes Security Issue Present Since 1996 Beastie Bits NetBSD 11.0 RC1 available! The Book of PF, 4th Edition is now available December 2025 Finance Report LLDB improvements on FreeBSD Any desire for OnmiOS/Illumos Support : Now's your chance to convince me Tarsnap This weeks episode of BSDNow was sponsored by our friends at Tarsnap, the only secure online backup you can trust your data to. Even paranoids need backups. Feedback/Questions Send questions, comments, show ideas/topics, or stories you want mentioned on the show to feedback@bsdnow.tv Join us and other BSD Fans in our BSD Now Telegram channel

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