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Unreserved Wine Talk
310: Women, Wine and Health: The Good News with Tony Edwards

Unreserved Wine Talk

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2024 48:08


What might surprise you about the impact of alcohol on heart disease? How can wine drinkers reduce the risk of certain cancers with one supplement? Does wine help protect against cognitive decline and dementia? Why do some organizations make extreme recommendations for eliminating alcohol? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I'm chatting with author Tony Edwards. You can find the wines we discussed at https://www.nataliemaclean.com/winepicks   Giveaway Three of you will win a copy of his terrific new book, The Very Good News About Wine. To qualify, all you have to do is email me at natalie@nataliemaclean.com and let me know that you've posted a review of the podcast. I'll choose three people randomly from those who contact me. Good luck!   Highlights What positive health effects were found in Harvard's long-term research on alcohol and heart disease? How can wine consumption decrease the risk of certain cancers? What did the Mayo Clinic study find about the relationship between women and red wine? How does the concept of absolute risk versus relative risk contribute to sensational headlines? What's the connection between folate and cancer risk and how does alcohol consumption affect this dynamic? How might wine protect against cognitive decline and dementia? Why does wine play such an important part in the longevity puzzle for certain populations? What is the surprising relationship between wine consumption and inflammation? Why does Tony believe the World Health Organization's 2023 declaration that no level of alcohol consumption is safe is rooted in an anti-alcohol agenda rather than evidence? What's happening with alcohol-labeling legislation in Ireland, and how might it spread to other countries? What were the problems with the controversial drinking guidelines proposed in Canada, and where did they come from?   Key Takeaways Folate is depleted by alcohol. Harvard researchers discovered that if you give women folate in supplement form, women drinkers will reduce their risk of breast cancer massively to the extent of wiping out the risk. Wine helps protect against cognitive decline and dementia. According to a large Swedish study that showed that women who drank wine exclusively had a 75% reduced risk of Alzheimer's. Some organizations make extreme recommendations for eliminating alcohol consumption altogether, despite the research showing otherwise and Tony thinks the problem is that they find the idea of the J curve very difficult to explain.   About Tony Edwards Former BBC science documentary producer/director/writer. Now specializing in medical research journalism, Tony Edwards is a former BBC TV producer/ director/ writer, with over 80 science documentaries to his credit, some winning awards from such bodies as the British Medical Association. After the BBC, he wrote on science, technology and medicine for The Sunday Times, Readers Digest, Daily Mail and a wide variety of medical magazines. He is married to the broadcaster and novelist Debbie Rix; they have two grown-up children, three hens and four cats, and live in rural Kent.           To learn more, visit https://www.nataliemaclean.com/310.

Unreserved Wine Talk
309: The Surprising Health Benefits of Wine with Tony Edwards, Author of The Very Good News About Wine

Unreserved Wine Talk

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2024 45:09


Have the health risks of moderate wine consumption been grossly overstated? How does moderate wine consumption reduce heart disease? What is the ideal amount and pattern of wine consumption for maximum health benefits, and how does it differ between men and women? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I'm chatting with author Tony Edwards. You can find the wines we discussed at https://www.nataliemaclean.com/winepicks   Giveaway Three of you will win a copy of his terrific new book, The Very Good News About Wine. To qualify, all you have to do is email me at natalie@nataliemaclean.com and let me know that you've posted a review of the podcast. I'll choose three people randomly from those who contact me. Good luck!   Highlights How did Tony's experience as a BBC producer and a medical columnist shape his approach to researching and writing about wine? Why does Tony believe the glycemic index is more accurate than the calorie theory for measuring food values? What impact does alcohol have on your insulin response? What does research show about the benefits of dry wine for diabetics? What motivated Tony to revisit the topic of alcohol and health a decade after his first book, The Good News About Booze? Which aspects of synthesizing decades of research on wine and health did Tony find most challenging? Why was wine prescribed in UK hospitals and by physicians during the Prohibition era in North America? What is the ideal amount and pattern of wine consumption for maximum health benefits? How does the J-curve demonstrate the extent of the health benefits of wine for heart health and diabetes? Does the alcohol in wine influence its health benefits? What are the health implications of non-alcoholic wines compared to moderate consumption of regular wine?   Key Takeaways Tony explains that the alcohol consumption guidelines are completely the inverse of what the evidence says. He wondered why the guidelines were being reduced to a level that actually no one benefits from moderate wine consumption. Study after study shows wine is really good news. Tony observes that it's actually the collection of polyphenols in wine that have the beneficial effect rather than simply resveratrol alone. It's the interaction of these polyphenols with each other that produces a benefit. Tony notes that a study in 2018 came to the conclusion that for men, the maximum optimum intake of wine per day was 60 grams, which is about two-thirds of the bottle, and for women, half that.   About Tony Edwards Former BBC science documentary producer/director/writer. Now specializing in medical research journalism, Tony Edwards is a former BBC TV producer/ director/ writer, with over 80 science documentaries to his credit, some winning awards from such bodies as the British Medical Association. After the BBC, he wrote on science, technology and medicine for The Sunday Times, Readers Digest, Daily Mail and a wide variety of medical magazines. He is married to the broadcaster and novelist Debbie Rix; they have two grown-up children, three hens and four cats, and live in rural Kent.           To learn more, visit https://www.nataliemaclean.com/309.

Standup Comedy
"Laughs TV Show" Starring Tony Edwards, Terry Dadd, & Bruce Baum Repeat #37b

Standup Comedy "Your Host and MC"

Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2024 24:31 Transcription Available


For the memorial Day weekend, I am repeating a show i first aired when this podcast was just getting started. It is the actual audio recording of the "Laughs" TV Show which aired in 1987 on ABC, and stars Tony Edwards, Terry Dadd, and a good Friend of mine...Bruce "Babyman" Baum. Good funny material I know you'll enjoy!Listen, laugh, & Share!Tony Edwards, Terry Dadd, and Bruce Baum are all seasoned stand-up comedians who have showcased their comedic talent on the TV show "Laughs Unlimited," with expansive careers including roles in various movies. From Tony Edwards' perspective, stand-up comedy is a way to connect with audiences through observational humor, storytelling, impersonations, and cultural references. He utilizes his acting experience to poke fun at public figures and personal situations like aging and cultural stereotypes. On the other hand, Terry Dadd sees stand-up comedy TV shows as an opportunity to engage with viewers and introduce other comedians. His humor often includes observational jokes about commercials and quirky anecdotes. Similarly, Bruce Baum views these TV shows as a platform to exhibit original and entertaining comedy sets, often revolving around humorous anecdotes and observational humor. His unique ability to use props like shopping bags as instruments emphasizes his belief in the importance of creativity in comedy. Their perspectives are shaped by their expansive backgrounds in the comedy scene and their shared interest in connecting with audiences through humor.00:02:21) Local TV Show 'Laughs' with Unique Acts(00:09:06) "Baum's Weatherman Jargon and Punk Encounters"(00:12:20) Melodic Nostalgia: Albums and Beautiful Melodies(00:20:05) Comedic Magic Trick Performance with Self-Love TwistSupport the Show.Standup Comedy Podcast Network.co www.StandupComedyPodcastNetwork.comFree APP on all Apple & Android phones....check it out, podcast, jokes, blogs, and More!For short-form standup comedy sets, listen to: "Comedy Appeteasers" , available on all platforms.New YouTube site: https://www.youtube.com/@standupcomedyyourhostandmc/videosVideos of comics live on stage from back in the day.Please Write a Review: in-depth walk-through for leaving a review.Interested in Standup Comedy? Check out my books on Amazon..."20 Questions Answered about Being a Standup Comic""Be a Standup Comic...or just look like one"

Interviewing the Legends: Rock Stars & Celebs
Ian Gillan Legendary Deep Purple Singer On 'The Lost Interviews' Episode 3

Interviewing the Legends: Rock Stars & Celebs

Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2024 19:20


IAN GILLAN DEEP PURPLE LEGEND THE LOST INTERVIEWS EPISODE 3    Ian Gillan is the legendary charismatic frontman for one of the greatest bands in rock and roll history. Deep Purple is essentially known for its hard rock pulse. Its musical schemes have encompassed progressive rock, blues, R&B and even jazz. Keyboardist Jon Lord received a telegram from Tony Edwards stating that he'd back Lord in putting a band together; later Edwards called Ritchie Blackmore to meet with him. In December of 1967, the two musicians met up and collaborated for the first time. John Lord had already asked Nick Simper to play bass, a former bandmate with ‘The Flower Pot Men.' While living in Hamburg, Germany, Ritchie Blackmore saw drummer Ian Paice performing onstage with his band The Maze. The group was fronted by singer Rod Evans. Evans auditioned for the lead vocalist role for a scheming new (Deep Purple) band and won the spot. Blackmore remembered Paice from Hamburg and asked Evans to bring him along. Blackmore and Lord were a bit worried that Evans mannerism was much like Tom Jones or Engelbert Humperdinck. Jon Lord later stated, “We'd eventually beat him into shape.” In 1968, Deep Purple was officially formed. The band was named after a Nino Tempo and April Stevens song of 1963, believed to be Ritchie Blackmore's grandmother's favorite song. Deep Purple's musical styles intentionally mimicked the American rock group Vanilla Fudge (“You Keep Me Hangin' On”). The group quickly scored commercially with their Top 40 hit single “Hush” (#4 on Billboard's Hot 100 chart) and became overnight sensations in the U.S. Ritchie Blackmore's vision for the band was to implement heavier rock techniques, and while Rod Evans and Nick Simper were in the group it may never have been accomplished. After Rod Evans was dismissed from Deep Purple, he went on to form Captain Beyond in 1971. Ian Gillan and bassist Roger Glover were performing at Woodford Green in London with their British pop rock band ‘Episode Six.' Their lead singer Ian Gillan was noticed by Ritchie Blackmore and Jon Lord. After watching Gillan's performance, they offered him the lead singer position for Deep Purple. Eventually Roger Glover would be asked to join the band, while securing one of the greatest music lineups in rock history. Also in 1972, under resistance by the band, they recorded a double live album in Japan entitled, Made In Japan. The album was essentially the Machine Head tour. The band recorded (3) concerts ... (2) in Osaka and (1) in Tokyo. Most of the material came from the second night in Osaka. Made In Japan also went platinum and the live version of “Smoke on the Water” became instrumental to the song's success. Smoke on the Water” (#4 Hit on Billboard's Hot 100) was officially released as a single in 1973 and became one of the most recognizable guitar riffs in rock and roll history. Deep Purple were now international superstars in the studio and on the road. At the peak of their success, Ian Gillan gave a six month notice and stated that he was leaving the band after fulfilling all of his commitments in 1973. The album Who Do We Think We Are was released in January of 1973. The release generated the hit single “Woman from Tokyo.” “Smoke on the Water” was also busy that year becoming Deep Purple's biggest hit of all-time.  Who Do We Think We Are was the last studio album to feature Ian Gillan as their lead singer until the 1984 reunion LP Perfect Strangers. Deep Purple did six American tours before Ian Gillan and Roger Glover left the band. The grueling touring schedule and fatigue became the reason for their early departure from the band. In 1973, the band had eleven different entries in Billboard and became the top-selling artists in the U.S. But without its lead singer and bass player the band felt like it was the end. Deep Purple brought in several lineups through the years. Lead singers that included David Coverdale and Joe Lynn Turner, guitarists Tommy Bolin and Joe Satriani and bassist Glenn Hughes. There have also been band reunions that have included the original Deep Purple core lineup. Sadly, founding member, keyboardist and songwriter Jon Lord died in 2012. Ritchie Blackmore and his wife Candice Night currently perform together with their medieval folk rock band Blackmore's Night. Ian Gillan is the son of a school teacher mother and a factory worker father. Gillan came from a musical family; his grandfather was a bass-baritone and sang opera, and his uncle was a jazz pianist. Ian was a boy soprano in the church choir when he was young. Besides being the legendary voice of Deep Purple, Gillan also sang the role of Jesus on the original recording of Andrew Lloyd Webber's rock opera Jesus Christ Superstar. He also recorded with his solo bands the Ian Gillan Band (1975-1978) and Gillan (1978-1982). Gillan was also the lead singer of Black Sabbath (1982-1984). Ian Gillan performed in the charity group Rock Aid Armenia and later (2011) participated in the supergroup ‘WhoCares,' a continuing effort by Gillan to help the people of Armenia after a devastating earthquake. The group was comprised of Gillan, Tony Iommi (Black Sabbath), Jon Lord (Deep Purple), Jason Newsted (Metallica), Nicko McBrain (Iron Maiden) and Mikko “Linde” Lindstrӧm (HIM). They recorded the songs … “Out of My Mind” and “Holy Water” which is included in a 2-CD compilation of rarities from the music careers of Ian Gillan and Tony Iommi. Proceeds from the CD helped rebuild a music school in Gyumri, the second largest city in Armenia. Gillan and Iommi received the Armenian Presidential Medal of Honor for their humanitarian efforts.     Support us on PayPal!

The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)
Episode 262-Wine And Health, Tony Edwards interview

The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2024 34:52


The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW) Episode 262 The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW): Uncorking the truth about wine and health with Tony Edwards. Join Kim and Mark as we delve into the fascinating world of vino with Tony Edwards, author of the eye-opening book, "The Very Good News About Wine." In this episode, we'll explore: Why Tony Wrote the Book: We'll chat with Tony about what inspired him to write "The Very Good News About Wine" and challenge the recent shift in health advice regarding moderate wine consumption. Finding Your Perfect Pour: Tony will shed light on the concept of a healthy daily intake of wine, helping you navigate those confusing labels and serving sizes. Wine and Your Wellbeing: We'll explore the latest research on the potential benefits of wine for your heart, gut health, and memory, with a special focus on how it is linked to a local study. We also dive into the latest on cancer and wine. Friend or Foe for Weight Management? Wine and weight loss can be a debated topic. Tony will discuss the science behind wine and its impact on your waistline, including the truth about low-calorie wines. Cheers to Your Health! Throughout the show, Tony will unveil the science-backed reasons why moderate wine consumption can be part of a healthy lifestyle. So, tune in and discover why wine might just be a friend to your health, not a foe! Cheers Kim and Mark #wine #thewonderfulworldofwine #wineeducation #winehealth

Newtons Nuggets
Getting out of that job, starting a business and getting VAT registered - Tony Edwards, Bitsmart

Newtons Nuggets

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2024 40:00


The return of Tony Edwards, Bitsmart - but a lot has changed! He is the IT Smart Guy with his own podcast, he is VAT registered, he is not struggling to pay the bills but growing. We love the journey he has been on!https://bitsmart.techhttps://bitsmart.tech/podcast/Support us on Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/newtonsnuggetsWe also talk about our discord, which you can join here:https://discord.gg/Hz5Qjyefe7 -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Buy the MentalTheft book from here in the UK:https://www.amazon.co.uk/MentalTheft-Your-mind-weakest-link/dp/1838254102 Anywhere else in the world, go to Amazon as usual and search MentalTheft (one word).Thanks as usual to Jesse for making the magic happen:https://www.jlawrence-photography.co.uk Check out Paul on: https://www.mentaltheft.co.uk#newtonsnuggets  Check out our Patreon on:https://www.patreon.com/newtonsnuggets

Nareit's REIT Report Podcast
Episode 392: More Private Real Estate Likely to Shift to Public Over Time: Nareit’s Tony Edwards

Nareit's REIT Report Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2024 16:09


Tony Edwards, Nareit's senior executive vice president, was a guest on the Nareit REIT Report® podcast. Edwards will be retiring from Nareit at the end of March, and in this episode he reflects on some of the highpoints of his career and the major changes in the industry during the past three decades.Edwards said he expects to see more private real estate shift to the public market over time, pointing to the benefits REITs offer in terms of market discipline, low leverage, and their ability to weather market disruptions such as the great financial crisis and the pandemic.

The Weekly Sceptic
Starmer-geddon

The Weekly Sceptic

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2024 105:32


Welcome to The Weekly Sceptic, episode 71! This week: - A new YouGov poll predicts an extinction-level event for the Conservatives at the next election unless the party does something radical - Rishi Sunak struggles to quell the growing rebellion over the Rwanda Bill, but would Kemi Badenoch be any better? - Trump wins big in Iowa, Vivek throws in the towel and speculation mounts as to who the Donald will choose as his running mate - Gary Lineker deletes his tweet calling for Israel to be banned from the Euros, claiming he thought he was just retweeting a news story (cue Jimmy Hill chin-rubbing) - James Cleverly bans Hizb al-Tahrir, but is it too little, too late? - Plus Peak Woke and Review of the Reviews Buy a copy of The Very Good News About Wine by Tony Edwards here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Very-Good-News-About-Wine-ebook/dp/B0CP9WP5ND  Contact the Stack Assistant here: thestackassistant@pm.me  Donate to the Daily Sceptic here: https://dailysceptic.org/donate    Join the Free Speech Union here: https://www.freespeechunion.org/join        To advertise to our large and discerning audience (1 million downloads and counting!), drop Toby a line: weeklysceptic@gmail.com          Listen to Nick's podcast – The Current Thing – by going here: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-current-thing/id1671573905            Subscribe to Nick's Substack here: https://nickdixon.substack.com                    Help Nick keep both of his podcasts going by buying a coffee here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/nickdixon            Music by Tinderella       Produced by Jason Clift

Gettin Deep
Ep 23 - Still Skateboarding at 61 - Tony Edwards

Gettin Deep

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2023 62:57


Front End Happy Hour
Episode 179 - Security - what's your favorite happy hour beverage?

Front End Happy Hour

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2023 51:02


In this episode we are going to be talking about an important feature that so many applications require, login. We are joined by Tony Edwards, Charles Wartemberg and Charlie Shaw from Netflix to share insights into how to approach security and identify for a feature like login. Guests: Tony Edwards - @tedwards947 Charles Wartemberg Charlie Shaw Panelists: Ryan Burgess - @burgessdryan Jem Young - @JemYoung Cole Turner - @coleturner Picks: Tony Edwards - Figjam Charles Wartemberg - Foundation Charles Wartemberg - Coffee habit Charlie Shaw - Side channel attacks Ryan Burgess - 7 Days in Chile - Graffiti video Ryan Burgess - Name SF Streets Jem Young - Sanctuary Jem Young - Valley Silicon: Telly - A “free” TV Cole Turner - Frontend Security best practices Cole Turner - Stanford Javascript Crypto Library Episode transcript: https://www.frontendhappyhour.com/episodes/security-whats-your-favorite-happy-hour-beverage

The Tracks Podcast
Episode Seven: Tony Edwards aka Captain Goodvibes

The Tracks Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2023 61:25


Purchase the Captain Goodvibes' Collectors Edition here: https://tracksmag.com.au/current-issueGet your hands on a collectable tee shirt featuring the cover art created by Tony Edwards here: https://tracks.bandtshirts.com.au/Our guest for the seventh episode of the Tracks Podcast hosted by Luke Kennedy is Tony Edwards, the creator of the celebrated cartoon strip Captain Goodvibes , often known as the Pig Of Steel. Goodvibes was a well intended but flawed super pig, who loved surfing, drinking and collecting dole cheques. Somehow he still managed to save the world and was wildly entertaining in the process. Brought to life by Tony Edwards brilliant drawing skills and wicked sense of humour. Goodvibes was mostly a lot of fun. But he frequently transported readers into the heart of a 1970s Australian culture that was still ruled by conservative forces and riddled with backward thinking. Although the last regular Goodvibes comic strip ran in 1981, the impact of Goodvibes still echoes through the decades, so much so that one of the most frequent requests we get from Tracks reader is bring back Goodvibes, in a sense we have and he's on the latest cover of Tracks. https://tracksmag.com.au/current-issueIn the following discussion, Tony Edwards talks about the forces that shaped Goodvibes, how much trouble he got into with an anthropomorphised pig, and why he ultimately had to hang up his snout. Tony was also the voice of the Captain, and you're in for a treat, as you will hear him adopt the unmistakable sound of surfing's famous Pig Of Steel.

Trylove
Episode 231: WAITING FOR GUFFMAN (1996)

Trylove

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2023 89:01


WAITING FOR GUFFMAN does something The Office and Parks and Recreation could not: It walks a line between mocking life in Blaine, Missouri, and memorializing it without getting all sentimental. In this episode, we cut away for a few talking head segments that dive into the mockumentary's pacing, focus, and empathy for the weirdos whose talent is outweighed by their desire to be somebody. “For The Love of Small-Town Community Theater” by Lucas Vonasek for Perisphere, the Trylon blog: https://www.perisphere.org/2023/06/09/for-the-love-of-small-town-community-theater/ “Sisyphus, Make Way for Corky's New Philosophy of Failure” by Veda Lawrence for Perisphere, the Trylon blog: https://www.perisphere.org/2023/06/09/sisyphus-make-way-for-corkys-new-philosophy-of-failure/ Parker Posey's deleted audition scene from WAITING FOR GUFFMAN: https://youtu.be/7jQ0SbWYdgQ “Waiting for Guffman movie review” by Roger Ebert: https://www.rogerebert.com/reviews/waiting-for-guffman-1997 Get tickets to ALL HAIL PARKER POSEY (June 2023 at the Trylon): https://www.trylon.org/films/category/all-hail-parker-posey/ Follow us on Twitter at https://twitter.com/trylovepodcast and email us at trylovepodcast@gmail.com to get in touch! Buy tickets and support the Trylon at https://www.trylon.org/. Theme: "Raindrops" by Huma-Huma/"No Smoking" PSA by John Waters. Outro music composed by Harry Shearer, Christopher Guest, and Michael McKean and performed by Christopher Guest, Eugene Levy, Fred Willard, Catherine O'Hara, Parker Posey, and the Blaine Community Orchestra (Jean Fuller, Paul Robertson, Richard Macowell, Johnny Reno, Tracy Rosenkrans, Jeffery C.J. Vanston, and Tony Edwards) from the WAITING FOR GUFFMAN soundtrack. Timestamps 0:00 - Episode 231: WAITING FOR GUFFMAN (1996) 2:56 - The Patented Aaron Grossman Summary 3:59 - Our experiences in community theater 5:31 - The pointlessness-cum-pride of Blaine 15:27 - Poking fun without delving into the hateful 21:45 - How GUFFMAN skirts the cloying sentimentality of mockumentary TV series 33:34 - The dumbest, purest version of Waiting for Godot 44:51 - The inverse relationship of desire and talent 45:56 - The Junk Drawer 58:09 - Good Grief, Give Me a GIF! 1:04:33 - Cody's Noteys: Waiting for Prop-man (movie memorabilia trivia)

The You Can Too Podcast
#152: Tony Edwards ⎼ Transform Your Life by Changing Your Mind

The You Can Too Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2023 45:42


Tony Edwards is a mindset coach, entrepreneur, and so much more. In this conversation, we spoke about how changing your perception will change your life, the power of consistency & focus and so much more. Find Tony here: https://www.instagram.com/changeurperception/ My Links: https://beacons.ai/jamesbrackin

Change Ur Perception Podcast
#014: It Takes What it Takes...

Change Ur Perception Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2023 8:33


Achieving something valuable in life requires a significant investment of time and effort. It cannot be rushed or hastily pursued. It requires patience, persistence, and resilience to overcome challenges and setbacks. The journey towards a meaningful goal can be just as valuable as the end result.

Change Ur Perception Podcast
#013: Embracing the Inevitable: A Conversation with Death Educator and Doula Ashley Bryan

Change Ur Perception Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2023 49:33


In this enlightening and thought-provoking episode,(recorded on my birthday April 11th) we're honored to welcome Ashley Bryan, a renowned death educator and death doula for both humans and pets. With her unique perspective and compassionate approach, Ashley guides us through the intricate relationship between life and death, shedding light on the importance of understanding and embracing our mortality. Together, we'll delve into various aspects of death, including the role of narcissism in the dying process and the significance of ceremonial death practices. Ashley also shares her expertise on pet death and the profound impact it can have on our lives. Through this open and honest conversation, we aim to break the taboo surrounding death, helping listeners find solace and acceptance in the natural cycle of life. Join us for this transformative discussion and discover how acknowledging and honoring the inevitability of death can lead to a more fulfilling and meaningful existence. Ashey's Contact Information: www.distantshoresdeathcare.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/distantshoresdeathcare

Change Ur Perception Podcast
#012: Never Be Afraid Of Looking Stupid

Change Ur Perception Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2023 9:01


Making mistakes and looking foolish is actually a normal and important part of the learning process. "The Be Better Guide" https://koji.to/k/8eGP

Change Ur Perception Podcast
#011: No Worries....| Nothing New Under The Sun

Change Ur Perception Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2023 7:59


Tune in as we discover how to embrace the temporary nature of life's challenges and cultivate a no-worries attitude. Together, we'll learn to ride the emotional wave and build a more resilient, positive mindset for the future.

Change Ur Perception Podcast
#010: Building Momentum and Never Shrinking Back | Trusting Yourself

Change Ur Perception Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2023 13:18


In this episode, we discuss building momentum, never shrinking back, and trusting yourself in the ebb and flow of life. We provide tips for achieving your goals, strategies for overcoming setbacks, and the importance of adapting to changes. Join us for an insightful discussion on navigating life's challenges with confidence. "The Be Better Guide" (Ebook) podcast@changeurpercetion.com

Change Ur Perception Podcast
#009: Fear Not | Consistency | There is Only Now

Change Ur Perception Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2023 10:33


Recognizing fear for its true nature and realizing that we have the present moment to address our self-imposed limitations is crucial. To overcome these limitations, we need to consistently confront them.

Change Ur Perception Podcast
#008: The Power of Focus | Law of Attraction

Change Ur Perception Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2023 13:19


Understanding that where we place our focus is what's governing our mental and effecting our life outcomes.

Change Ur Perception Podcast
#007: Navigating Relationships | Living in Harmony

Change Ur Perception Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2023 13:39


Learning to navigate thru relationships, at the same time living in truth and honesty with yourself...

Change Ur Perception Podcast
#006: Cultivate A New Mindset...

Change Ur Perception Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2023 15:57


Leave the old way of thinking behind...

Change Ur Perception Podcast
#005: Be Encouraged | The Problem & Solution Exists as One | Thank You

Change Ur Perception Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2023 16:43


With inflation, pricey eggs, doom and gloom... Something else exists.

On The Chain - Blockchain and Cryptocurrency News + Opinion
RIPPLE XRP - Tony Edwards - Thinking Crypto - Is He Still Thinking XRP?

On The Chain - Blockchain and Cryptocurrency News + Opinion

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2023 71:34


RIPPLE XRP - Tony Edwards - Thinking Crypto - Is He Still Thinking XRP? Join us on this episode with Guest Tony Edwards TONY EDWARD Follow Tony on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ThinkingCrypto1 Visit Thinking Crypto on the web: https://www.thinkingcrypto.com Compiled by Hans Loaded https://twitter.com/hansloaded ________________ *SUPPORT ON THE CHAIN* JOIN THE CHANNEL https://otc.one/join OTC MERCH https://onthechain.shop BUY US A COFFEE https://otc.one/buy-us-a-coffee Support ON THE CHAIN https://otc.one/support -------------- *ON THE CHAIN* SUBSCRIBE TO THE OTC PODCAST: https://otc.one/podcast Subscribe to our other Youtube Channel: https://otc.one/onthechain On The Web: https://onthechain.io Follow OTC on Twitter: https://otc.one/otc Join On The Chain Community on Twitter https://twitter.com/i/communities/1599435678995062788 Join our FREE Telegram Roundtable channel: https://t.me/onthechain_roundtable -------------- *JEFF* Follow Jeff on Twitter: https://otc.one/jeff -------------- *CHIP* Follow Chip on Twitter: https://otc.one/chip Listen to Chip's music http://nojoyyet.com​ -------------- *DISCLAIMER:* _All opinions expressed by content contributors that appear on OTC are solely expressing their opinions and do not reflect the opinions of OTC, its affiliates, or sponsors. Content contributors may have previously disseminated information on a social media platform, website, or another medium such as a podcast, television, or radio. OTC, Content Contributors, Affiliates, or Sponsors are not obligated to update or correct any information. The content contributors are sharing the information which they believe to be reliable. OTC, its affiliates, or sponsors cannot guarantee the accuracy of the opinion shared, and viewers, readers, and listeners should not rely on it. Opinions expressed are not financial advice. Please consult a licensed financial advisor before making any financial decisions. You must research before you invest in anything. Do not invest based on what someone else is doing or not doing, or based on other people's opinions._ #XRP #Ripple

Change Ur Perception Podcast
#004: Strengthen what remains...

Change Ur Perception Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2023 14:12


Putting life in proper balance and perspective...

Change Ur Perception Podcast
#003: New Year New You...

Change Ur Perception Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2023 11:52


How to stay consistent with your new mindset to complete your goals and become your new self, for this year. #2023 #newyou #mindset #consistency

The Good Morning Crypto Show
E167 | RIPPLE VS SEC CASE OVER BY 2023 !? Charles Hoskinson Responds... w/ Tony Edwards

The Good Morning Crypto Show

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2022 54:43


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Jax Loose Cannons
Dr. Rich McCormick is interviewed by Tony Edwards - Bonus

Jax Loose Cannons

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2022 26:37


Tony Edwards sits down with Dr. Rich McCormick the Republican nominee for Georgia's newly redrawn 6th Congressional District.Find out about Dr Rich McCormick at his website "Revive Freedom, Save America": richmccormick.usDr. Rich is a true renaissance man. He is a decorated Marine, Navy pilot, Emergency Room physician, American Gladiator, husband and father of seven. However, he will soon add “U.S. Congressman” to his resume when he goes to Washington in January 2023.Rich and Tony discuss just how our nation's freedom can be “revived” during this crucial moment, and how we need “toughness” to stand up historically incompetent and tyrannical Brandon administration. Plus perhaps an answer to the age-old question, can a woodchuck ACTUALLY chuck wood?***This is only the interview with Dr. McCormick. For the FULL episode on which he appears, please go to “4. Storming the House ft. Dr. Rich McCormick”***

Newtons Nuggets
Don't Give to Receive, Give to be Good - Paul and Jesse on Nuggets

Newtons Nuggets

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2022 40:19


Paul and Jesse have been travelling to British Podcast awards, doing magic and photography, being interviewed and occasionally, doing some little podcast called Newton's Nuggets.Vote for us on the British Podcast Awards, listeners choice. http://britishpodcastawards.com/voteWe talk about previous guests, Chris Dawes, Jay Unwin and Tony Edwards.Check out Keith Blakemore-Noble here:https://keithblakemorenoble.com/show/the-keith-blakemore-noble-radio-show/Also, Paul and Jesse are on Twitch, so go and give them a follow: https://www.twitch.tv/bigjesse https://www.twitch.tv/paulnewtonmagic -------------------------------------------------------------------------- SponsorsThis isn't really a sponsor as they haven't paid for an advert, it is just a shout out to friends of the show Paul Spicer aka Middle Aged Gamer Guy and Brad Burton with their show Nerdcon! It's at the Arcade club in Bury, on 17th August 2022.www.nerdcon.co.ukBecome a sponsor of the show: https://www.newtonsnuggets.com/sponsorship -------------------------------------------------------------------------- To be a guest on nuggets, sign up here: https://www.newtonsnuggets.com/guest Buy the MentalTheft book from here in the UK:https://www.amazon.co.uk/MentalTheft-Your-mind-weakest-link/dp/1838254102 Anywhere else in the world, go to Amazon as usual and search MentalTheft (one word).Thanks as usual to Jesse for making the magic happen:https://www.jlawrence-photography.co.uk Check out Paul on: https://www.mentaltheft.co.uk#newtonsnuggets

Newtons Nuggets
From an employee to an employer - Tony Edwards on Newton's Nuggets

Newtons Nuggets

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2022 63:36


Tony Edwards is the owner of Bitsmart a reasonably new business, providing IT support for 1 man bands and all the way up to large businesses. And as you can probably work out, that means that most of the life of the business was during lockdown! We talk about his journey, the emotional rollercoaster, and we ask some pretty profound questions: Was Covid the best thing to happen to your career? It was life changing, yes, but did it give you the opportunity? https://bitsmart.tech/ https://www.facebook.com/BITsmarttechuk/Also, Paul and Jesse are on Twitch, so go and give them a follow: https://www.twitch.tv/bigjesse https://www.twitch.tv/paulnewtonmagic -------------------------------------------------------------------------- SponsorsThis isn't really a sponsor as they haven't paid for an advert, it is just a shout out to friends of the show Paul Spicer aka Middle Aged Gamer Guy and Brad Burton with their show Nerdcon! It's at the Arcade club in Bury, on 17th August 2022.www.nerdcon.co.ukBecome a sponsor of the show: https://www.newtonsnuggets.com/sponsorship -------------------------------------------------------------------------- To be a guest on nuggets, sign up here: https://www.newtonsnuggets.com/guest Buy the MentalTheft book from here in the UK:https://www.amazon.co.uk/MentalTheft-Your-mind-weakest-link/dp/1838254102 Anywhere else in the world, go to Amazon as usual and search MentalTheft (one word).Thanks as usual to Jesse for making the magic happen:https://www.jlawrence-photography.co.uk Check out Paul on: https://www.mentaltheft.co.uk#newtonsnuggets

Business Success Network Podcast
S2 Ep9: Business Success Podcast with Tony Edwards

Business Success Network Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2022 36:22


Let's sit and enjoy Stacey catch up with Tony Edwards. We hope you enjoy the show!

Charlottesville Community Engagement
April 8, 2022: City public housing awarded over $1M this week for South First Street Phase 2; Both Albemarle and Greene pursuing RAISE grants for future pathways

Charlottesville Community Engagement

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2022 20:32


Another Friday has arrived, and somehow this is the 14th such day of 2022. Is this year going faster than the others, and if so, is there a way this can be stopped? These are not questions within the scope of Charlottesville Community Engagement, a newsletter and podcast that seeks to put some of the pieces together. I’m your ever-puzzling host, Sean Tubbs. Sign up today to receive every newsletter in your email inbox - for free! On today’s program:Albemarle Supervisors return to in-person meetings and commemorate Fair Housing MonthBoth the Thomas Jefferson Planning District Commission and the City of Charlottesville award funding to housing projects in the areaCharlottesville may change the way to administers transportation projectsGovernor Youngkin rescinds an executive order that banned state agencies from using single-use plastic Bacteria levels in a Charlottesville waterway are back to normalAnd the city of Charlottesville will resume disconnecting utility customers for unpaid balances First subscriber-supported public service announcement - MLKCVILLECharlottesville’s Community Celebration of the life, times, and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. continues on April 10 with  keynote speeches from the Rev. Brenda Brown-Grooms, the Rev. Alvin Edwards, and Rabbi Tom Gutherz. All three will appear the event at the Ting Pavilion on the east end of Charlottesville’s Downtown Mall beginning at 3 p.m. Rev. Brown-Grooms is co-pastor of New Beginnings Christian Community; Rev. Edwards serves Mt. Zion First African Baptist Church, and Rabbi Gutherz, Congregation Beth Israel.The Community Celebration is put on each year by the Mount Zion First African Baptist Church. Visit and bookmark the YouTube MLKCVille page to review part one of the celebration as well as previous events. Albemarle Supervisors return to in-person meetingsAfter 25 months, the Albemarle Board of Supervisors have held a meeting in Lane Auditorium, where they have met since the county acquired the former Lane High School for an administration building back in the late 70’s. Members of the public were there, too, and Rivanna Supervisor Bea LaPisto-Kirtley noted the occasion. “I just wanted to welcome everybody who came today and it’s wonderful to be back in person and to see so many people and all of us to be together,” LaPisto-Kirtley said. The sentiment was shared by Scottsville Supervisor and Chair Donna Price.“It is wonderful to be back live, in-person, in Lane Auditorium, and we expect that we will continue to see more people show up for our meetings,” Price said. “But the silver lining that’s come out of the pandemic in terms of our situation is that we now have this hybrid opportunity so those are not able to come to Lane Auditorium can still participate virtually.” Albemarle Supervisors then made a proclamation to recognize April as Fair Housing Month. Supervisor Ned Gallaway of the Rio District read from the proclamation, which marks the 54th anniversary of the passage of Title ViII of the Civil Rights Act. “This act provides for equal housing opportunities for all Americans, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, familial status, or disability, as well as to ensure fair practice in the sale, rental, or financing of property,” Gallaway said. The proclamation states it is the intention of Albemarle Supervisors to recognize the importance of housing rights. They heard from Stacy Pethia, the county’s housing coordinator. “I can’t say enough about how important it is to be able to provide housing choice to all of our residents because where we live really does matter,” Pethia said. “It determines the quality of education we will have, the quality and types of employment opportunities that we can access, what amenities we have available to us. Fair housing is really the basis of success throughout everyone’s lives.” Pethia said Albemarle is celebrating Fair Housing Month with an art contest. Visit the county’s website at engage.albemarle.org to learn more and to submit your work. TJPDC funds three affordable housing projects; Charlottesville funds fiveThe Thomas Jefferson Planning District Commission has awarded $1.8 million in funds to regional housing nonprofits and entities. The funding comes from a $2 million grant to the TJPDC from the entity formerly known as the Virginia Housing Development Authority for the purpose of constructing or preserving affordable housing. “By virtue of us receiving $2 million, we are obligated to construct at least 20 new affordable housing units,” said Ian Baxter, a planner with the TJPDC. The TJPDC received five proposals totalling $6 million in requests. Baxter said these were measured by a series of metrics. “Cost per unit, location of development, type of development, affordability level, site control, funding sources, and the capacity to be completed by June 2024,” Baxter said. The funding will be split among three providers.$640,000 for three Habitat for Humanity chapters for 32 new units to be build throughout the TJPDC region$660,000 to the Charlottesville Redevelopment and Housing Authority for 48 units at the second phase of the South First Street redevelopment$500,000 for Virginia Supportive Housing for 80 new permanent supportive housing as part of the Premier Circle project“This $1.8 million will fund developments in all of the six jurisdictions in the planning district,” Baxter said. “It will create a mix of rental, supportive housing, and new homeowner units, all affordable.”This is the first time the TJPDC has received funds from Virginia Housing for this purpose. Executive Director Christine Jacobs said she is hopeful that there will be another round in the future. Council makes CAHF awards, repurposes the HACOn Monday, the city of Charlottesville awarded $750,000 in funds from the Charlottesville Affordable Housing Fund. Alex Ikefuna is the interim director of the Office of Community Solutions, a relatively new division of city government set up to oversee housing issues.“Staff received seven applications totaling $4,6 million,” Ikefuna said.They are:$425,000 to the Charlottesville Redevelopment and Housing Authority for South Street Phase 2$75,000 for down payment assistance for Habitat for Humanity of Greater Charlottesville’s Equity Homeownership Initiative $100,000 for Albemarle Housing Improvement Program’s Charlottesville Critical Repair Program $50,000 for the Local Energy Alliance Program’s Assisted Home Performance and Electrification Ready (AHP) targeted to owner occupied homes.$100,000 for LEAP’s AHP for renter occupied homesCouncil also agreed to amend the by-laws for the Housing Advisory Committee to reduce membership and to transfer review of city housing funds to a dedicated Charlottesville Affordable Housing Fund Committee. Three Councilors indicated they wanted to make sure a representative from the Charlottesville Redevelopment and Housing Authority is on the amended Housing Advisory Committee. “In my view, the bottom line is just to try to have a body that is more effective in giving City Council guidance about how to implement our affordable housing strategy and meet our affordable housing goals and these are just changes meant to have it be a more effective and efficient body in doing that for us,” said City Councilor Michael Payne, who is also on the CRHA’s Board of Commissioners. Charlottesville to resume utility disconnections for non-paymentIn another sign that the pandemic has receded, the city of Charlottesville has announced they will resume disconnecting water, sewer, and natural gas service for non-payment beginning next week. “Green door hangers will be distributed to addresses that owe balances, encouraging customers to set up payment arrangements,” reads the announcement sent out by the city yesterday. The city’s utility billing office stopped disconnecting service for unpaid bills in March 2020 soon after the state of emergency was declared, followed by a moratorium imposed by the State Corporation Commission. That was lifted in last September. According to the release, the utility billing office continued to tell customers with unpaid balances how much they owed. The city covered the cost of $557,000 through various federal assistance programs related to the pandemic. Governor Youngkin overturns previous administration’s order to ban single-use plastic In March 2021, former Governor Ralph Northam signed an executive order banning state agencies from buying, selling, or distributing single-use plastics. His successor, Governor Glenn Youngkin, has called that directive “burdensome” and yesterday replaced it with a new one that directs state agencies to recognize the value of recycling. "It is the policy of the Commonwealth, and all executive branch state agencies, including state institutions of higher education, and their concessioners (Agency or Agencies) to increase awareness of the importance of recycling and better capture recyclable material, as well as encourage the use of post-consumer recycled (PCR) products and biodegradable materials,” reads Executive Order 17.The order also takes an economic development approach and directs the Department of Environmental Quality to attract recycling-related businesses to Virginia.The University of Virginia formed a working group last April to begin to implement the Northam administration’s order. Last month, the UVA Sustainability Office accepted the 2022 Governor’s Environmental Excellence Gold Award for its efforts, according to an article on their website. “The University of Virginia is taking active measures to enhance sustainability and reduce waste, pursuant with the directives detailed in Governor Youngkin's Executive Order 17 and in former governor Ralph Northam's Executive Order 77,” said Deputy UVA Spokesperson Bethanie Glover in an email to Charlottesville Community Engagement this afternoon. Glover said sustainability leaders at UVA will be evaluating the new executive order to determine what additional steps need to be taken.  Need trees? Charlottesville Area Tree Steward sale is this Saturday! In today’s first Patreon-fueled public service announcement, the Charlottesville Area Tree Stewards are preparing to hold their first in-person tree sale since 2019. On April 9 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Charlottesville Area Tree Stewards will open up their tree nursery at the Fontaine Research Park and will sell saplings of native trees, some of which are hard to find from commercial sources. The prices will be between $5 and $15. There will be large trees from Birch to Sycamore, smaller trees from Blackgum to Witch Hazel, and shrubbery! Visit charlottesvilletreestewards.org to learn more!Albemarle and Greene both receive regional support for Three Notch’d Trail planning grantThe members of the Thomas Jefferson Planning District Commission have indicated support for two separate planning efforts for more pathways in the region. Both Albemarle County and Greene County are seeking federal funds to build new infrastructure. “The grant would fund a shared bike pedestrian path from the city of Charlottesville to Crozet likely along U.S. 250,” said Jessica Hersh-Ballering, a transportation planner with Albemarle County. “From there it would continue west all the way to the Blue Ridge Tunnel in Nelson County.” “In Greene, because we are a more rural community, there are no walking paths even in our growth area,” said Jim Frydl, the Greene County Planning Director. “If you live in the housing that’s in the growth area, there’s no safe way to walk to the shopping and the work centers.”A federal infrastructure bill passed by the U.S. Congress last year has increased funding for the Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity grant program, which goes by the acronym RAISE. Albemarle is requesting between $1.5 million and $3 million for the planning effort. The idea would be to build something that works as both a functional transportation use as well as a recreational destination that could attract tourism as is the case with the Virginia Capital Trail. “This is a range that we are requesting because we are still working through our budget for this project with some local consultants,” Hersh-Ballering said. “We will have a number somewhere in this range finalized by the time we submit our application next week.” If funded, the project would first conduct a feasibility study, particularly to identify a route between Crozet and the Blue Ridge Tunnel. “It could go directly through Crozet, it could go a little south of Crozet and go near more schools, or it could follow potentially the CSX railroad line to have a very gentle grade for the entirety of that section,” Hersh-Ballering said. The funding would also include public outreach as well as “functional design” for the trail that would fall short of environmental review required for the project to go to construction. “So the idea is that it would be really expensive to construct the project all at once so what we’re probably going to do is identify those pieces that can stand-alone and then use some of our more common, smaller funding sources to fund construction separately,” Hersh-Ballering said. The entire route would span between 25 to 30 miles and would connect three localities. The TJPDC agreed to send a letter of support without comment. Greene County is seeking a $1.4 million RAISE grant to plan for a trail between the South River Falls in the northwest of the county to the town of Stanardsville, A second pathway would follow along U.S. 33 to connect to the unincorporated area of Ruckersville. “And then interconnectivity pathways in Ruckersville that connect the two nodes of the Ruckersville growth area,” Frydl said. Frydl said Greene’s project would also likely be built in phases. Charlottesville will be reviewing how it works with VDOTSince 2005, The City of Charlottesville has planned and administered construction of transportation projects within city limits as part of something called the First Cities program or the Urban Construction Initiative. This includes major projects such as the Belmont Bridge replacement currently underway, and extends to the many Smart Scale projects for which the city has received dozens of millions of dollars in funding.This week, Deputy City Manager Sam Sanders told City Council on Monday that this arrangement is under review.“Our leadership and project management teams are completing a review of our [Virginia Department of Transportation] program ahead of a deep dive with VDOT that’s scheduled fot later this month,” Sanders said. “We anticipate some changes that we’ll be bringing to Council in regards to how we manage those projects going forward.”Last year, City Council agreed to withdraw local money required to match state funds awarded to the West Main Streetscape and to put this local dollars toward to renovations of Buford Middle School. Sanders said the city has begun work with the firm EPR on a study of Fifth Street Extended to inform a new Smart Scale application for the next round. Community meetings may be held later this month but definitely by May. Council will get a presentation at their meeting on May 16. Dairy Road bridge There is no local match necessary for the pending replacement of a bridge that carries Dairy Road over the U.S. 250 bypass. VDOT has provided $7.2 million in funding to replace the bridge from a pot of money called State of Good Repair. Tony Edwards is the Development Services Manager in the Charlottesville Public Works Department. “It received a condition rating of 4 for the deck, and therefore qualifies for the SGR funding,” Edwards said. “In 2015 the sidewalk was replaced by a separate bike and pedestrian bridge next to the original structure which will provide public access during construction.” The design phase will now begin and a public hearing for that phase will be held at some point in the future.  Pollocks Branch bacteria levels have returned to normalFinally today, the City of Charlottesville has reported that bacteria levels in a waterway south of the Downtown Mall have returned to normal. In late March, the Rivanna Conservation Alliance analyzed water samples from Pollocks Branch and found elevated levels of E.Coli. A second round of tests saw lower levels. “Given the steady decrease in E. coli levels and the lack of evidence of a source of the E. coli, the elevated levels were likely related to rainfall and associated runoff,” reads today’s announcement. The Rivanna Conservation Alliance will continue to monitor the situation. For more information, visit rivannariver.org.Support Town Crier Productions through Ting!Special announcement of a continuing promo with Ting! Are you interested in fast internet? Visit this site and enter your address to see if you can get service through Ting. If you decide to proceed to make the switch, you’ll get:Free installationSecond month of Ting service for freeA $75 gift card to the Downtown MallAdditionally, Ting will match your Substack subscription to support Town Crier Productions, the company that produces this newsletter and other community offerings. So, your $5 a month subscription yields $5 for TCP. Your $50 a year subscription yields $50 for TCP! The same goes for a $200 a year subscription! All goes to cover the costs of getting this newsletter out as often as possible. Learn more here! This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit communityengagement.substack.com/subscribe

Newtons Nuggets
The Newton's Nuggets 100th Show!!!

Newtons Nuggets

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2022 55:32


Well, what a journey Newton's Nuggets has been through! 100 shows - and we cannot thank you enough! We love that so many people are listening to the podcast, you are really making this worthwhile. Everything we do, we do for you! Also, a massive thanks to all of the guests that have given us their time over the last couple of years - without you being so generous, we would never have been able to make this old nuggets thing. Also, a massive thank you for the sponsors, who have not only kept the show going, but have helped to pay the bills! Finally, thank you to our wives and families that put up with all of our crap! Here's to this week's Nuggeteers, Tony Edwards, Simon Clements, Keith Blakemore-Noble and Steve Dimon. Further Nuggeteers for being our top 5 ever podcasts are Vicki O, Chartlotte Thornber, Guy, Rick Notley and Chris Dawes. In the show we talk about the amazing charity Stem 4: https://stem4.org.uk/Finally, check out the Newton's Nuggets website: www.newtonsnuggets.com -------------------------------------------------------------------------- To be a guest on nuggets, sign up here: https://www.newtonsnuggets.com/guest Buy the MentalTheft book from here in the UK:https://www.amazon.co.uk/MentalTheft-Your-mind-weakest-link/dp/1838254102 Anywhere else in the world, go to Amazon as usual and search MentalTheft (one word).Thanks as usual to Jesse for making the magic happen:https://www.jlawrence-photography.co.uk Check out Paul on: https://www.mentaltheft.co.uk#newtonsnuggets

The Place to Be: A Seinfeld Podcast
Tony Edwards Interview

The Place to Be: A Seinfeld Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2022 35:34


In this episode, Adam and Eric interview Tony Edwards. Tony will always be remembered for delivering the classic line “If you're one of us, you'll take a bite” in the amazing season 5 episode “The Pie.” If you have any questions or comments, feel free to email us at theplacetobeseinfeld@gmail.com. You can also follow us on Facebook at The Place to Be: A Seinfeld Podcast, Twitter @tptbseinfeld, and Instagram @theplacetobe.podcast.

Charlottesville Community Engagement
December 22, 2021: Council seeks floodplain info before Nassau Street rezoning vote; Today is highest one-day COVID count since late January

Charlottesville Community Engagement

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2021 19:37


There are days in the past and days in the future, but there’s only one day at a time. This edition of Charlottesville Community Engagement is specifically tied to December 22, 2021, a particular 24-hour period filled with equal parts anticipation, dread, potential, and other pensive emotions as the holiday of Christmas approaches. Stay safe! Charlottesville Community Engagement is free to read or listen to and it’s my hope that you’ll sign-up. In today’s edition:Governor-elect Youngkin appoints a veteran banker to serve as his finance secretaryA trade publication names Virginia as having the best business climate in the nationA bridge in western Albemarle is shut down before repairs begin A study is underway on where to locate a train station in the New River ValleyCharlottesville City Council holds first reading on the use of a $5.5 million surplus, defers action on Lewis, Clark and Sacagewea statue and a rezoning on Nassau Street Today’s first Patreon-fueled shout-out: Code for Charlottesville is seeking volunteers with tech, data, design, and research skills to work on community service projects. Founded in September 2019, Code for Charlottesville has worked on projects with the Legal Aid Justice Center, the Charlottesville Fire Department, and the Charlottesville Office of Human Rights. Visit codeforcville.org to learn about those projects. COVID updateThe Virginia Department of Health reports another 5,972 new cases of COVID-19 today, and the percent positivity for PCR has risen to ten percent. Today’s case number is the highest it’s been since the last week of January. The highest one day total of the pandemic to date is 9,914 recorded on January 17. On this day a year ago, there were 3,591 cases reported. A hundred and nine of today’s cases are in the Blue Ridge Health District. Virginia reports another 50 COVID deaths today, with one of those in the Blue Ridge Health District. The University of Virginia will require students, faculty, and staff to receive booster shots in order to be on Grounds next semester. According to a page on the Human Resources website, faculty and staff must get the shot by February 1 if they are eligible. If not, they must demonstrate proof of a shot 30 days after eligibility. Students must upload their proof by February 1. Visit that website for more information. Bridge closureA small bridge in western Albemarle County that carries about 560 vehicles a day has been closed due to significant deterioration. Engineers with the Virginia Department of Transportation have been inspecting the bridge on Burch’s Creek Road across Stockton Creek due to known concerns and have decided to close the road until repairs are made. “VDOT bridge inspectors determined today that its condition was not safe for continued use,” reads the statement. “During the closure, traffic should detour around the bridge from U.S. 250 to Route 824 (Patterson Mill Lane) to Route 688 (Midway Road) and back to Route 689.” Repairs will take place between now and January 7 when the bridge is expected to reopen. Virginia business awardA trade publication that writes about economic development and site selection has named Virginia one of its states of the year. Business Facilities named Virginia, Tennessee, and Massachusetts in their annual contest. Specifically, Virginia was named the Overall Business Climate. Massachusetts was honored with Best Workforce / Educational System. Tennessee was given the Best Dealmaking award. A press release in advance of their next publication states that Virginia was selected “because of the steps many economic development councils in the commonwealth, both local and statewide, are taking to make the area more attractive.” The release cites the state’s low unemployment rate, successful workforce development programs such as the Virginia Talent Acquisition Program and Fast Forward Virginia. According to an article on Virginia Business, Virginia last won this award in 2018. New Finance SecretaryFor the third day in a row, Governor-elect Glenn Youngkin has named a member of his cabinet. Stephen Emery Cummings will be the next Secretary of Finance. Cummings is a veteran of several financial institutions, including a tenure as global head of corporate and investment banking at Wachovia. According to a release, he has recently served as the President and CEO of Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group. “Steve shares my vision of respecting Virginians’ hard-earned tax dollars and ensuring the Commonwealth’s budget is managed effectively and efficiently, and he has the skill set and leadership qualities that our team needs to make Virginia the best place to live, work, and raise a family,” said Youngkin said in a statement. Yesterday Youngkin announced Caren Merrick will serve as Secretary of Commerce and Trade. Several outlets report that Youngkin founded the nonprofit Virginia Ready Initiative that Merrick  has run since it was formed last summer during the pandemic. On Monday, data consultant Aimee Rogstad Guidera was named Education Secretary. Inauguration Day is January 15.NRV Train StationThe Virginia Passenger Rail Authority has launched a website for a feasibility study for where to locate a train station to serve the New River Valley. Earlier this year, outgoing Governor Ralph Northam announced an agreement with Norfolk Southern to extend passenger service from Roanoke to the valley for the first time since 1979. The state of Virginia will purchase 28.5 miles of track from Norfolk Southern. The feasibility study is examining four locations. A community meeting will be held sometime this winter and an initial survey is available. Go back and listen to the May 6, 2021 installment of this newsletter and podcast to hear a segment from when Northam signed legislation authorizing an authority to raise funds for the future station. (May 6, 2021: Green Business Alliance forms to advance emissions reductions; Northam signs legislation for New River Valley train station)There’s also another study underway to determine if Amtrak service should stop in Bedford. That town is between Roanoke and Lynchburg and on the route of the Northeast Regional service that will eventually be expanded to the New River Valley. You can go back and listen to that, too. (October 30, 2021: DRPT report states Bedford train stop won’t delay freight; a briefing on the hotel industry in Albemarle/Charlottesville)In today’s second Patreon-fueled shout-out: The Plant Northern Piedmont Natives Campaign  an initiative that wants you to grow native plants in yards, farms, public spaces and gardens in the northern Piedmont. Winter is here, but spring isn’t too far away. This is a great time to begin planning for the spring. Native plants provide habitat, food sources for wildlife, ecosystem resiliency in the face of climate change, and clean water.  Start at the Plant Northern Piedmont Natives Facebook page and tell them Lonnie Murray sent you!Public hearing held for FY21 surplus, transfers Council has held the first of two readings and a public hearing on a mandated review of the city’s budget for fiscal year for 2021, which ended on June 30 of this year. There’s a $5.5 million surplus as well as a $6.7 million reserve fund of cash set aside for COVID. The latter was not tapped. Christopher Cullinan is the city’s Finance Director. “The audit has been completed and to close out the city’s financial records for fiscal year 2021, several year-end adjustments require City Council action,” Cullinan said. “These adjustments are to carry over unspent funds from the last fiscal year to the current fiscal year.” Cullinan said one the two main recommendations are to put the COVID reserve into the city’s Capital Improvement Program contingency fund. The other is to put the $5.5 million toward employee compensation. That includes both a bonus and an across-the-board salary increase of six percent for all employees with benefits. “This is a market adjustment that recognizes the need for the city to retain and recruit qualified employees,” Cullinan said. This would happen before the results of a study on compensation is completed. Ashley Marshall is one of two deputy city managers currently running the city. “But what we do know is that the six percent is inadequate to raise us up to where we should be for equitable and appropriate pay,” Marshall said. “So we know that we’re not going to find out later on nine months from now that six percent was too much. That’s not going to be the answer.” Five people spoke at the public hearing.“I just want to say that I would like to see a lot of this money, a good portion of it, be used toward the affordable housing fund to shore that up and get that going toward the goal you indicated previously that you’d like to have ten million dollars [a year],” said Mark Kavit. Both Kimber Hawkey, Martha Smytha and Tanesha Hudson agreed with that position, and said the city should spend money for housing on more than just Charlottesville Redevelopment and Housing Authority. “I think that there’s things the city could also do with purchasing land space and building things themselves as well,” Hudson said. “That’s something that they need to work towards.” Hudson said the cost of living adjustment should also extend to hourly employees as well. Rosia Parker, a newly appointed member of the Charlottesville Redevelopment and Housing Authority, said more of the funding should go to affordable housing, especially for programs to address homeless. “There are a lot of homeless people that are out here,” Parker said. “You see them when you sit in front of City Hall. You see them as you walk up and down the mall. You see them as you drive up and down the different corridors of Charlottesville. Homelessness is a very threatening danger to people’s lives. Mentally, physically and emotionally.” Capital discussionAfter the hearing was closed, outgoing Charlottesville Mayor Nikuyah Walker said she wanted the $6.7 million to be used for a different purpose than putting it in the CIP contingency fund. The next Council will decide how that funding would be used, but Walker will not get a vote. “If we just simply transfer it to the CIP and then we have those asks that are just presented to Council randomly based on whatever’s on the funded or what makes it from the unfunded to the funded list, I don’t think that serves us,” Walker said. Vice Mayor Sena Magill supported the transfer to the CIP due to a long list of capital needs. “Because if we don’t work on some of the basic infrastructure needs of our city as well,” Magill said “That’s where we pay for a lot of the affordable grants is through the CIP and we’re looking at $75 million for just one school.” Cullinan said the idea of a contingency fund is to be ready for unforeseen events or cost over-runs.“I think the the critical thing is that it gives you choices and its cash which is easily accessible and you can make fairly quick decisions as opposed to a bond issue which takes time and effort,” Cullinan said. Council would have to approve any use funds from the CIP contingency. The second reading will be held at the next City Council meeting on January 3. Nassau Street rezoningA proposal to rezone land on the eastern half of Nassau Street in the Belmont neighborhood did not move forward on Monday. Developer Nicole Scro and engineer Justin Shimp are seeking a rezoning from R-2 to R-3 on about a half acre of land. Several members of the public asked Council to deny the request due to the property being located within a floodplain as governed by the Federal Emergency Management Agency. Magill said she wanted more information from staff about the issue. “I am concerned about the floodplain issue and I am concerned about the design that is being submitted in a flood plain,” Magill said Several other buildings have been constructed on that side of the street in recent years including structures built by the Piedmont Community Land Trust. That project received $240,000 in funding from the Charlottesville Affordable Housing Fund. City Councilor Lloyd Snook also said he wanted more information about the floodplain. “We’re not required to act on this tonight,” Snook said. “I would like to defer it and ask the staff to give us real feedback on what the flood danger is. The one thing I don’t want to do is end up saying we’re going to put in affordable housing but we’re going to put it in the floodplain.”In recent years, Shimp successfully petitioned FEMA to lower the elevations shown in the floodplain map by four feet. Tony Edwards is a development services manager in the city’s public works department. The foundation must be above the where FEMA establishes the 100-year floodplain. “This is the basis that we need to use because we follow the same methodology that FEMA provides and this is what’s been approved through FEMA,” Edwards said. James Freas, the city’s director of neighborhood development services, also weighed in.“We know the flood plain legally has been defined where it is now based on the amended flood maps in the process that Mr. Edwards described,” Freas said. “So that’s legally the location of the floodplain and defines the elevation at which the building has to be built. In terms of what can happen in an actual flood? We can be less clear about that. That’s less predictable.” Freas said the question before Council was the appropriate density at the location. By-right structures could be built. One in the 900 block constructed in 2018 is built on stilts to raise it out of the floodplain. Snook wanted more information.“I’d like to have more expertise than I can bring to bear and take a look at it and tell me whether I’m all wet,” Snook said. “Pardon the expression.” Shimp said any further review would prove his assertion that building in the location would be safe. The item will be deferred until the second council meeting in January. Outgoing Mayor Nikuyah Walker said she would have voted against the request. Lewis, Clark, and Sacagawea statue decision deferredCouncil spent nearly an hour and a half discussing the terms on how a statue removed from West Main Street will be treated in the future. Several parties agree that the Lewis and Clark Exploratory Center should receive the statue for its continued display at their location in Darden Towe Park. However, details about how the story of Sacagawea’s involvement were not resolved during the conversation. Center officials and descendants of Sacagawea will continue negotiations. “We are definitely willing to do that,” said Alexandria Searls, the center’s director. “We are invested and no matter what, even without the statue, we want relationships with them. The relationships are more important than the statue. We’re willing to walk from the statue if we have to.” The hiring of the Robert Bobb Group to run the cityAs mentioned at the top of yesterday’s newsletter, Council has hired the Robert Bobb Group to perform the functions of the city manager. Council spent their closed session negotiating with the two firms that responded. Lisa Robertson is the city attorney. “The fact that using an outside firm on a contract basis to provide these types of services, while it’s not the normal manner in which the services are delivered, it’s not unheard of,” Robertson said. “This type of contract has been used on occasion in other places including other places in Virginia.” The contract still has to be finalized after being written up. There was no little discussion of the merits of either proposal. In the resolution, Councilor Hill said “the firm made the best proposal and offer” with regards to price and quality. Walker abstained based on a sense that Council should not vote to award the contract until it is written. Update!According to City Council Clerk Kyna Thomas, Council will not need to vote on the contract as it can be signed by the Mayor. However, Council will interview specific individuals that will be suggested by the firm. There is no public knowledge yet about how much the Robert Bobb Group will be paid. Here are some other news articles about other work the firm has done:Robert Bobb back in business with new venture, Washington Business Journal, December 9, 2011Robert Bobb Group outlines goals for Petersburg, WRIC, October 26, 2016Cash-strapped Petersburg spent about $1 million on turnaround services from Bobb Group, forensic audit, Richmond Times-Dispatch, October 4, 2017 Durham leader calls criticism of consultant a lynching, a charge with political history, Raleigh News and Observer, North Carolina, March 10, 2021Black community questions motives behind some Durham commissioners rejection of minority-owned firm proposal, ABC 11, March 25, 2021Firm being paid $16K a month to provide city with financial services, Rocky Mount Telegram, North Carolina, August 13, 2021Charlottesville hires firm to perform interim city manager duties, Walker and Hill bid farewell, Daily Progress, December 21, 2021Support the program!Special announcement of a continuing promo with Ting! Are you interested in fast internet? Visit this site and enter your address to see if you can get service through Ting. If you decide to proceed to make the switch, you’ll get:Free installationSecond month of Ting service for freeA $75 gift card to the Downtown MallAdditionally, Ting will match your Substack subscription to support Town Crier Productions, the company that produces this newsletter and other community offerings. So, your $5 a month subscription yields $5 for TCP. Your $50 a year subscription yields $50 for TCP! The same goes for a $200 a year subscription! All goes to cover the costs of getting this newsletter out as often as possible. Learn more here! This is a public episode. Get access to private episodes at communityengagement.substack.com/subscribe

The Steve Harvey Morning Show
Dr. Tony Evans reveals the purpose of "Journey with Jesus," his father's faith, family bonding & more!

The Steve Harvey Morning Show

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2021 31:57 Transcription Available


Dr. Tony Edwards discusses his new visual production and documentary "Journey With Jesus." A Holy Land experience like none before. He also answers personal questions about family, faith, and hope. "Journey with Jesus" will be available in select theaters November 15th, November 16th, and November 17th.https://www.moneymakingconversations.comhttps://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversationshttps://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/https://twitter.com/moneymakingconvhttps://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/https://journeywithjesusmovie.com/#homeLearn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSupport the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Money Making Conversations
Dr. Tony Evans reveals the purpose of "Journey with Jesus," his father's faith, family bonding & more!

Money Making Conversations

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2021 29:21


Dr. Tony Edwards discusses his new visual production and documentary "Journey With Jesus." A Holy Land experience like none before. He also answers personal questions about family, faith, and hope. "Journey with Jesus" will be available in select theaters November 15th, November 16th, and November 17th.https://www.moneymakingconversations.comhttps://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversationshttps://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/https://twitter.com/moneymakingconvhttps://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/https://journeywithjesusmovie.com/#home Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

Charlottesville Community Engagement
July 16, 2021: Democrats in 25th and 59th House races outraise Republican incumbents; City PC recommends Belmont rezoning, considers potential connector trail

Charlottesville Community Engagement

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2021 19:12


In today’s Patreon-fueled shout-out: Help support black-owned business in the Charlottesville area. Check out the Charlottesville Black Business Directory at cvilleblackbiz.com and choose between a variety of goods and services, ranging from beauty supplies, professional services, and e-commerce. Visit cvilleblackbiz.com as soon as you can to get started.On today’s show:Work to begin on roundabout at intersection of Stony Point and Proffit roads in northern AlbemarleThe latest campaign finance is in for candidates in Albemarle and CharlottesvilleThe Charlottesville Planning Commission recommends approval of a rezoning in Belmont that was previously denied in November 2018And discussion of a street closure in the Little High neighborhood could pave the way for a new trail connection We’re in the middle of summer, and it’s been quiet on the local elections front. Not only has there been a lull in campaign events, there was not much campaign finance activity in Albemarle or Charlottesville. Reports for activity between May 28 and June 30 were due yesterday to the Virginia Department of Elections. They have been made available through the Virginia Public Access Project. Democrat Juandiego Wade began the period with a balance of $32,626 and raised an additional $1,015 in cash over that time. He spent $28,381 during the reporting period with $18,000 spent on Liveview Marketing and $2,350 in advertising with the Daily Progress. Wade finished the money with a balance of $5,259. Democrat Brian Pinkston began the month with a balance of $14,152 on hand, and raised an additional $850 in additional funds including $500 in a loan from himself. He spent $12,701 during the period, including the repayment of $9,922 in loans to himself. Pinkston concluded the period with a balance of $2,301. The two independents in the race did not report any fundraising. Incumbent Nikuyah Walker filed a report that stated a campaign balance of $90 with no expenditures or receipts. There is no report yet in the Virginia Department of Elections database from challenger . None of the races for Albemarle County Supervisor are contested this year, but new reports are available all the same from the three candidate. Incumbent Jack Jouett District Supervisor Diantha McKeel raised an additional $500 and reported no spending, bringing her balance to $32,556. Incumbent Rio District Supervisor Ned Gallaway reported no fundraising or spending, and has a balance of $15,809. In the open Samuel Miller seat, Newcomer Jim Andrews raised $2,001 in cash and spent $3,190 in the period, leaving a balance of $29,317. No write-in candidates filed a report.  There are four General Assembly races of note in the area. The 25th House District includes part of western Albemarle County. Incumbent Republican Chris Runion began the period with $44,960, raised $13,235, and spent $2,566, leaving a balance of $55,628. Democratic challenger Jennifer Kitchen began the period with $78,249. She raised $29,834, with cash contributions from nearly 600 individuals or entities. Kitchen spent $24,524 and had a end-of-period balance of $83,558.The 57th House District case is contested. Incumbent Democrat Sally Hudson began the period with a balance of $52,254, raised $1,348, and spent $10,742. Her opponent is Republican Philip Hamilton, who began the period with a balance of $1,179 on May 28. Hamilton raised $150 in cash, spent $990, and had a balance of $338 on June 30.In the 58th House District, Incumbent Republican Rob Bell began the period with $264,965 and raised an additional $20,565, spent $3,935, and had a balance of $281,594 on June 30. Challenger Sara Ratcliffe began the period with $2,804, raised $5,532 including $3,002 in loans, and and spent $1,108. The 59th House District includes a portion of southwestern Albemarle and the Republican incumbent is Matt Fariss. Fariss began this reporting period with $12,846 on May 28 and raised $24,120 from 60 individuals or entities. He spent $5,628 in the period and had a balance of $31,338. His Democratic challenger, Ben Moses, began the period with a balance of $130,216 and raised $56,985 in the period with cash coming from 141 individuals or entities. He spent $29,627 and ended the period with a balance of $157,248. Independent Louis Scicli reported no money during the period. Races in the Virginia Senate are not until 2023. *Another roundabout is coming to another corner of Albemarle County. Construction will get underway next week at the intersection of Stony Point Road and Proffit Road for the project, which was funded in the second round of the Virginia Department of Transportation’s Smart Scale process in 2017. In order to save money and attract efficiencies, VDOT opted to bundle that project with several others into a single $28.5 million design-build contract that was eventually awarded to Curtis Contracting. Completed projects include a traffic light on U.S. 29 at Interstate 64’s Exit 118 and the Rio Mills Connector Road that opened in June. A conversion of the junction of I-64 and U.S. 250 at Exit 124 is underway, and a roundabout at Route 151 and U.S. 250 southwest of Crozet will begin construction later this summer. (more information)Construction phasing documents for the project (Credit: Virginia Department of Transportation)Today, two segments that make up half of a recap of the Charlottesville Planning Commission meeting from earlier this week. There was a lot of activity and it is all worth documenting. First, the meeting began with announcements. First up was Bill Palmer, the non-voting representative from the University of Virginia’s Office of the Architect. Another office building from the 20th century is coming down. “The demolition of the Dynamics building over at the Emmet/Ivy corridor is underway and a lot of the utility enabling seems to have started over there so that project to enable the Data Science institute as well as the conference center and hotel that we’re building over there so that’s finally getting underway after lots and lots of planning,” Palmer said. The Dynamics building will be demolished. Where will the materials go? (Credit: Charlottesville GIS) Planning Commission Chair Hosea Mitchell serves on the city’s Parks and Recreation Advisory Board. He told his colleagues and the public that the Onesty Family Aquatic Center will not open this summer.“The reason is we just can’t get enough lifeguards to support all of the parks we’ve got,” Mitchell said. “This is not unique to Charlottesville. This seems to be a nationwide problem that we just can’t get the lifeguards.” In the first item of business, the Commission considered a rezoning and special use permit for a vacant lot currently zoned R-2, which would allow two units on the property.“The requested rezoning would be to R-3, residential multifamily medium density,” Mitchell said. “And then the following special use permit would then allow the applicant to build eight units.”A similar application went before Commission and the Council in 2018 and was denied by Council in October that year. As part of this application, eight parking spaces would be provided on site. Here’s Matt Alfele, a city planner. “Residents are concerned that the code-required eight parking spaces will not be enough for this development and the overflow parking will impact the surrounding neighborhoods, especially the homes on Chestnut Street,” Alfele said. One change since 2018 involves how vehicles will get in and out of the site. Justin Shimp is the engineer on behalf of MSC. “We have worked with the traffic engineer and we have a one-way entrance off of Carlton because that is a narrow street and the one-way entrance is a safe entrance and we exit out the alley, so there’s no traffic concerns,” Shimp said. Shimp said the rezoning was consistent with the city’s desire to build more housing units.“The reality is that if you look at the goals that are stated for the city in terms of providing housing to folks who take alternate means of transportation, and how to deal with climate change and other issues we face, these sort of in-fill projects are an excellent way to achieve those goals,” Shimp said. Though not a representative of the rental company that would manage the units, Shimp said the one bedroom units would be rented between $1,100 and $1,200, and the two-bedroom unit would be around $1,500. None of the units are being subsidized and will not be proffered to keep them below market.  The situation may be different in the future when the Comprehensive Plan is adopted and the zoning ordinance is rewritten. Lisa Robertson is the city attorney.“What we’re all waiting for so anxiously is a zoning ordinance that can have regulations that say if we’re going to require a certain amount of affordable housing for every development of a specific size, we want to be right upfront about what that means and what the paperwork that’s going to be required over the course of the affordability period will be,” Robertson said. Several residents of the immediate neighborhood asked for the rezoning to be denied or for more parking to be required. Another Belmont resident said there should not be more parking.“I have to say I’m a little dismayed by the number of my neighbors who want more car storage here,” Gold said. “This is a really solid location for car-free living.”This time around, the Planning Commission unanimously recommended approval of both the special use permit for more density and the rezoning. It goes next to City Council at a future meeting. The cover of the applicant’s concept plan (download the full PC packet)In today’s second Patreon-fueled shout-out is for the Plant Northern Piedmont Natives Campaign, an initiative that wants you to grow native plants in yards, farms, public spaces and gardens in the northern Piedmont. Native plants provide habitat, food sources for wildlife, ecosystem resiliency in the face of climate change, and clean water.  Start at the Plant Northern Piedmont Natives Facebook page and tell them Lonnie Murray sent you! Next, the Commission was asked to weigh in on whether Charlottesville should give up public right-of-way between East High Street and Meriwether Street in the Little High Street area. This is what is known as a “paper street” because most of the land dedicated to the city for a road was built upon. Tony Edwards is the Development Services Manager in the city’s Department of Public works. “This subject street was created in 1940 with a subdivision plat that established the Little High neighborhood,” Edwards said. “The 1940 subdivision created a new Lewis Street.”The original play for the Little High Street neighborhoodAn adjacent landowner has asked for the city to give up the right of way in order to avoid a cut-through street from ever being built to the Little High neighborhood. Another nearby landowner asked that an existing gravel path be turned into a formal city trail for bikes and pedestrians.“It was determined that the existing gravel path actually veers outside of the platted right of way of 13th Northeast over the yard of a private residence and a busy parking lot,” Edwards said. “Staff at that time was also of the opinion that establishing a bike and pedestrian connection within the platted right of way would be difficult and expensive.”Nonetheless, city staff recommended not vacating and closing the right of way in part to preserve the possibility of meeting future transportation needs. The applicant for the street closure said one reason for the request is because the amount of developable property on the parcel he manages is less than it should be because of differing building setback rules when there’s an adjacent street - real or paper. In this case, twenty feet versus fifteen. “If you take 20 feet away from the property line, basically, it removes all of that property from utility,” said Roy Van Doorn, the manager of the LLC that owns 1140 East High Street. Van Doorn said a connector road would overwhelm the Little High neighborhood. Under his proposal, there would be more parking for uses on East High Street and he would fix drainage issues. He made this offer on behalf of himself and neighboring properties. “I made a proposal and its on the table that we as property owners around this section would put in a 12-foot wide gravel connector so that bikes and pedestrians could walk in that area,” Van Doorn said. If the city were to work out an arrangement for that land to be dedicated to public use, that connector would need to be built to standards according to traffic engineer Brennen Duncan.“It wouldn’t necessarily have to be built to the full roadway standards but it would have to be built to [Americans with  Disabilities Act] or bicycle-trail standards,” Duncan said. The specific question before the Commission was whether vacating the street conformed with the Comprehensive Plan. Commissioner Jody Lahendro said no.“I don’t like the idea of forfeiting the city from the future possibility of doing something,” Lahendro said. Commission Lyle Solla-Yates said he support thinking about the issue more while an arrangement is worked out to use the right of way for non-motorized modes of travel. Van Doorn had sent over his compromise proposal on Monday, which was not enough time for the Planning Commission to get a staff report on the idea. Van Doorn requested a deferral to work through the details of how to make the connector trail work.“Owning the land for us is not that important,” Van Doorn said. “What is important is that the Little High Street neighborhood has a way to utilize connectivity but not automobile,” Van Doorn said. Will this come to pass? Stay tuned in future installments of Charlottesville Community Engagement. This is a public episode. Get access to private episodes at communityengagement.substack.com/subscribe

The Deep Purple Podcast
Episode #115 - Eddie Hardin - Wizard's Convention (Part 1)

The Deep Purple Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2021 133:40


The Deep Purple Podcast Show Notes Episode #115 June 28, 2021 Eddie Hardin - Wizard's Convention (Part 1) Subscribe at Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Overcast, Pocket Casts, Anchor.fm, Breaker, PodBean, RadioPublic, Amazon Music, or search in your favorite podcatcher! How To Support Our Show: Leave us a 5-Star Review on Apple Podcasts Buy Merch at Our Etsy Store! Become a Patron on Patreon Donate on Paypal Welcoming Our Newest Patron(s): Steve Coldwell (joined at the $6.66 tier last episode but came in right under the wire) Tim “Southern Cross” Johnson from Australia! Flight of the Rat Bat Blue Light Thanks to Our Executive Level Patrons: Social Media Update: A Note From Jeff Breis: Butterfly Ball & Wizard's Convention CD release from “Darker Than Blue” in 1989: Lead up to the Album: Personnel: Eddie Hardin - vocals, various instruments Ray Fenwick - vocals, guitar, backing vocals David Coverdale - vocals Roger Glover - bass Glenn Hughes - vocals Jon Lord - piano Mark Nauseef - percussion, drums, bells Tony Ashton - piano, vocals Mo Foster - bass Les Binks - drums Henry Spinetti - drums Ric Lee - drums Rick van der Linden - piano, various instruments Pete York - drums, percussion Mike D'Abo - vocals Mike Smith - vocals Jimmy Helms - vocals John Crocker - alto sax John Slaughter - guitar The Chris Barber Band - various instruments Technical: Engineer [Assistant] – Bob Broglia Engineer [Recording], Remix – John Acock Executive-Producer – John Craig (5) Founded Safari Records with Tony Edwards. Manager of Deep Purple. Producer, Arranged By – Eddie Hardin Recorded By [Additional] – Louis "Conway Faith" Austin* Recorded By [Additional] – Paul "Chas" Watkins* Album Art & Booklet Review Photography By – Carinthia West Photography By – Richard Bush (5) A few other Discogs entries. Original album cover German reissue with wizard on front 1986 (85?) UK release “Money to Burn” CD reissue in 2003 remaster with new cover Recorded at Kingsway Recorders, London. April/May 1976 (despite excess alcohol) Thanks to Our Core Level Patrons: Album Tracks: Side One: The Craig Song When The Sun Stops Shining Loose Ends Money To Burn Who's Counting On Me Make It Soon Side Two: Until Tomorrow (Parts I-IV) Light of My Life She's a Woman Eddie describes this as a “monstrously complicated song to record.” There were tons of edits, which you Swanks & Swells (Parts I & II) Thanks To Our Foundation Level Patrons: Reception and Review Listener Mail/Comments Comments about the show? Things you'd like us to cover? We'd love to hear from you. Send us an email at info@deeppurplepodcast.com or @ us on Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram.

Pat's Soundbytes Unplugged!!
Rocker Singer, Songwriter Alison Solo excited as New Album "Plutonian" purple vinyl arrives!!

Pat's Soundbytes Unplugged!!

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2021 38:52


Episode # 128 - Rocker Singer, Songwriter Alison Solo excited as New Album "Plutonian" purple vinyl arrives!! Alison also talks about the tracks on "Plutonian" and "Sakaita, her signature Tony Edwards guitar, her songwriting process, plans for an upcoming all acoustic album, touring and much more!!! Subscribe to Pat's Soundbytes Unplugged Podcast, Pat's Soundbytes IGTV and Pat's Soundbytes Unplugged - Podcast Radio Show on YouTube for all the interviews and incredible content. Instagram: Pat's Soundbytes Twitter: @PatsSoundbytes Facebook: Patrick Calamari or Pat's Soundbytes Unplugged!! Patreon Page: Pat's SoundbytesRocker

Grit NW -  A Carpenters Union Podcast
S.2 # 4 The Check In - "Union dues what are they and why do we pay them?"

Grit NW - A Carpenters Union Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2021 7:05


Welcome to the Check In. Short segments designed to answer common questions many of us just don’t know the answers to. Our question today comes from R.D , a member of the local 146. R.D ask “What are union dues and why do we pay them" Thanks for your question R.D. To help us understand where our union reps are, we’ll ask Tony Edwards, Union Rep and President of the local 41. Tony will share with us where our union dues go and what they are used for.If you have a question that you would like to have answered on the Check In, send an email to GritNW@gmail.com. If your question gets asked on the Check In you will be entered to win an official “I’ve got Grit” t-shirt in the monthly drawing.And if you haven’t already done so please take a moment to join the Grit Nation by clicking on the hyperlink in the show notes. You will be kept up to date on special offers and promotions only available to Grit Nation members.Show Noteshttps://www.nwcarpenters.org/Everything below is Grit NW related. You should check it out!!Join Grit NW Nation here:(could this be any easier?) https://forms.gle/WEKcA76y3Wegmv8z7Grit NW is a proud member of the Labor Radio/ Podcast Networkhttps://www.laborradionetwork.org/For comments, questions or suggestions about the show send an email to:GritNW@gmail.comShare this link and score good karma pointsyou'll be a better person for it, I promise:https://gritnw.buzzsprout.com/Grit NW is now on the Twitter!! How cool is that, right?Check us out at @GritNWIf you haven’t already done so please post a review on Apple Podcast. It will help others find the show. Seriously, do this. It only takes a minute (okay probably 5 or 6, whatever)And while I can't promise you any more good karma points, you can at least feel satisfied about writing something that potentially billions of people might read. Now that's really cool.As always thank you for your continued support. Until next time remember to;Work Safe, Work Smart and Stay Union Strong!!!NW Carpenters Union United Brotherhood of Carpenters, Regional Council in the Pacific NW. 6 states + 29k members strong!Labor Radio / Podcast Network Discover shows to learn more about organized labor movements across our nation and around the world.Grit Nation Step up with your fellow Brothers and Sisters to protect what's ours. Join the Grit Nation today!!!

First Baptist Upper Marlboro Podcast
Wisdom – How we Speak

First Baptist Upper Marlboro Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2021 20:42


  Wisdom - How We Speak Proverbs 15:1 - Wisdom in Speech Tony Edwards 20:42 {"embed_link":"https://fbcum.org/?cue_embed=wisdom-in-our-speech&cue_theme=default","permalink":"https://fbcum.org/?cue_playlist=wisdom-in-our-speech","skin":"cue-skin-default","thumbnail":"https://i2.wp.com/fbcum.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Weekly-Dev-Pg.jpg?fit=300%2C169&ssl=1","tracks":[{"artist":"Tony Edwards","artworkId":16091,"artworkUrl":"https://fbcum.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Weekly-Dev-Pg-300x300.jpg","audioId":18435,"audioUrl":"https://fbcum.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Devotional_Proverbs-15.1_Wisdom-in-Speech.mp3","format":"mp3","length":"20:42","title":"Proverbs 15:1 - Wisdom in Speech","order":0,"mp3":"https://fbcum.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Devotional_Proverbs-15.1_Wisdom-in-Speech.mp3","meta":{"artist":"Tony Edwards","length_formatted":"20:42"},"src":"https://fbcum.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Devotional_Proverbs-15.1_Wisdom-in-Speech.mp3","thumb":{"src":"https://fbcum.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Weekly-Dev-Pg-300x300.jpg"}}]} We continue on in our series on wisdom (living skillfully in God’s world), we return to the Proverbs. This week Pastor Tony leads us through Proverbs 15:1 which looks at the constructive power of a gentle answer and the destructive power of a harsh response. May God grow us in heavenly wisdom together!   

Grit NW -  A Carpenters Union Podcast

We’ll start off the month with our call to action series, Fight Club, where we meet Jeff Thorson from the Regional Councils contract negotiation department. Jeff will explain the efforts underway to prepare for this coming year’s wage openers and collective bargaining agreements. We’ll also learn the importance of rank-and-file participation to ensure the best outcome for our membersNext, we’ll meet the wonderful people that oversee the numerous support service programs in Oregon and Washington state. We will learn what benefits are available to our apprentices and those considering a career as a construction industry professional and how they can access them.Later in the month I will present the 2nd episode of Carpenters Stories. This series shares the personal histories of individuals whose lives have changed dramatically for the better when they found a career in the trades with an organized labor union. I believe these stories are important to hear and based on the response to the first episode, I think you do as well. If you or someone you know has an inspiring story to tell, please contact me at GritNW@gmail.com. This month we will also get to meet the host of The Million Dollar Organizer podcast, Bob Oedy. Bob is the author of two award winning books on union organizing and he will share his tips on how to be an effective organizer and why he feels the ability to communicate clearly and concisely is so important as a leader and organizing professional. It’s a great interview that you won’t want to miss.Rounding out the month we will talk with Fidencio Velasco, the President of the fighting local 70 in the North Puget Sound, on this month’s edition of Get to Know A Local Better. And finally, Tony Edwards, representative for the NW Carpenters Union, will answer the burning question, “Union dues, what are they and why do we pay them?” in a new segment of, The Check In.Work Safe, Work Smart and Stay Union Strong!!Show NotesJoin Grit NW Nation here:(could this be any easier?)https://forms.gle/WEKcA76y3Wegmv8z7Grit NW is a proud member of the Labor Radio / Podcast Networkhttps://www.laborradionetwork.org/NW Carpenters Unionhttps://www.nwcarpenters.org/For comments, questions or suggestions about the show send an email to:GritNW@gmail.comYou can also share this link to the Grit NW webpage with friends, family members or co-workers and score good karma points, you'll be a better person for it, I promise:https://Buildnw.org/podcastGrit NW is now on the Twitter!! How cool is that, right?Check us out at @GritNWAnd if you haven’t already done so please write a review on Apple Podcast.It will help others find the show. (which I personally feel is important)Seriously, do this. It only takes a minute (okay probably 5 or 6, whatever)And while I can't promise you any more good karma points, you can at least feelsatisfied about writing something that billions of people might read.Now that's really cool. NW Carpenters Union United Brotherhood of Carpenters, Regional Council in the Pacific NW. 6 states + 29k members strong!Labor Radio / Podcast Network Discover shows to learn more about organized labor movements across our nation and around the world.

The Radio Fanboy Podcast with Bevo
Sharyn Doolan: A Theatrical Passion Echoing Through the Queensland Airwaves

The Radio Fanboy Podcast with Bevo

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2020 22:37


Join us as we dive deep into the captivating world of radio broadcasting. Our guest, the remarkable Sharyn Doolan, shares her extraordinary journey from being a theatre enthusiast to becoming a prominent voiceover artist in South East Queensland's radio scene. She takes us back to her first gig at FM 104, the top-rated radio station in the 80s, and shares her evolution from a music jock to a talkback host engaging with thousands of listeners. Sharyn even reveals one of the most shocking moments in her career - a death threat, live on air! The conversation continues as we explore Sharyn's role at Bay FM, a vibrant community radio station in South East Queensland, where industry stalwarts Ted Seymour and Tony Edwards have been instrumental in moulding its unique sound. Sharyn introduces us to the stellar team behind Bay FM's success, their recent accomplishments and the impact on the radio broadcasting sector. She also shares her insights on promotional videos and the importance of recognition in the creative industry. We wrap things up with a chat about her website SharynDoolanVoices.com where she uses her voiceover skills to celebrate and promote creative projects. This episode is a must for anyone interested in the radio broadcasting sector or the power of voiceovers to stir emotions and captivate an audience.Support the show

Different Strokes: A Percussion Podcast
Episode #008 - Emily Tannert Patterson

Different Strokes: A Percussion Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2020 45:41


Emily Tannert Patterson is a percussion educator and clinician. She was previously the percussion director at the Rouse High School and Wiley Middle School, in Leander, TX, from 2015 till 2018, and was the percussion director at East View High School, Georgetown, TX from 2011 until 2015. Her ensembles have garnered numerous accolades, including winning the 2016 PAS International Percussion Ensemble Contest. Patterson holds a Master's degree in Percussion Performance (2010) as well as a Bachelor’s degree in Music Education (2008) and undergraduate Performance Certificate in Percussion from The University of Texas at Austin, where she studied with Thomas Burritt and Tony Edwards. Patterson is an educational endorser for Innovative Percussion sticks and mallets, Remo drumheads, and Zildjian cymbals. She holds professional memberships in the Texas Music Educators Association and the Percussive Arts Society, and serves on the PAS Education Committee. In addition to remaining active in the percussion community, Patterson works as a Learning Designer at Cambridge University Press in Cambridge, England.

Standup Comedy
"Laughs" TV Show from 1987 Starring Bruce Baum Show #37

Standup Comedy "Your Host and MC"

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2020 23:57


In 1987 I produced a TV show for the local ABC affiliate called "Laughs" where we did a 3 act format, added a short video and had a 1/2 Hr TV show. This is an audio version of one of those shows. This one features Tony Edwards, Terry Dadd, and closing...a very funny Bruce Baum. Lots of music and fun!NOTE: Bruce uses some paper grocery bags to "Rock" the house!

Freedom Church Sermon Podcast
BONUS - Confident Fearless Prayer - Worship Pastor Tony Edwards

Freedom Church Sermon Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2020 34:11


Listening Post
The Digital Oilfield with Tony Edwards of Stepchange Global

Listening Post

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2020 17:49


Podcast: The Drill Down - Exploring Oil and Gas Topics (LS 26 · TOP 10% what is this?)Episode: The Digital Oilfield with Tony Edwards of Stepchange GlobalPub date: 2017-05-18In this episode, we welcome Tony Edwards to the podcast. Join us for this discussion on the digital oilfield, part of our Digital Oilfield podcast series. Remember, our listeners get $400 off the registration price (use code EKT400) to the Upstream Intelligence Data Driven Production Conference. It’s happening in Houston on July 6-7. Click here to learn more! About Tony Edwards Tony is a recognized expert in the application of Digital Oilfield Technologies in the oil and gas industry. He has more than 20 years’ experience in the oil and gas industry, in leading companies such as BP and BG. His core discipline is in operations management, including 5 years offshore and 3 years as Operations Manager on major Oil and Gas projects. In this episode of Drill Down, we discuss Tony’s background in the digital oilfield and current trends and opportunities in this growing space. Relevant Links: Stepchange Global Upstream Intelligence Tony Edwards on Linkedin Digital Oilfield Podcast Series: We put together this series of podcasts in conjunction with Upstream Intelligence to bring our listeners up to speed with the latest trends influencing the digital oilfield. Upstream Intelligence Data Driven Production Conference with Louis Vye The Digital Oilfield with Tony Edwards of Stepchange Global Innovations in the Digital Oilfield with Joe Perino Data Driven Production with Jim Crompton Timestamps: [1:00] Tony Edwards’ background – The field of the future [2:45] Mining vs Upstream – comparison and commonalities [3:45] What sparked an interest in the digital oilfield [7:00] Breaking down silos – colocating multi-disciplinary teams [9:10] Integrating teams and technology – impact on production platforms [12:30] Onshore & Shale Digital Oilfield – from the low cost ecosystem model to a low cost / smart hybrid [16:00] Last thoughts – Opportunity in greed-field operations to drop cost and CAPEX through digital oilfield implementations Transcript: Hi everyone. Welcome to the Drill Down with Marty Stetzer. This podcast is part of our EKTI, oil and gas learning network, and brought to you jointly today with Upstream Intelligence in the UK. Upstream Intelligence is the foremost provider of business intelligence and analysis for the upstream oil and gas community. They’re devoted to providing unique industry insight to drive efficiencies, reduce cost, and maximize production capabilities. Today our topic is data driven production. With an estimated global value of 31 billion dollars by 2020, the digital oilfield is the oil and gas industry’s hotbed of innovation, including big data analytics in the industrial internet of things, or IOT. Today I’ll be speaking with Tony Edwards, an industry veteran. This is our first podcast with Tony, an expert in this field. We are really happy to have his input on this new and important part of the upstream business. Tony, welcome. Thanks Marty. It’s great to be here. As we start, can you give our listeners your background? Yes. I joined BP as a young graduate in the late 1980’s and progressed on a pretty general career in oil and gas, mainly in petroleum and production engineering, some time in RND. Then I really ended up in operations management, and ended up working in North Sea, Southern North Sea, and as offshore as an OIM, and as an operations manager in Baku. Then my career took a bit of a shift and in 2003 I was asked to join a new program that was called field of the future, which was BP’s version of digital oilfield, and so I was part of the original team that set up the entire concept inside BP on how we were going to use real time data and information to make forms improvement inside our upstream operations. From there I moved to BG Group in 2006 and set up there a digital oilfield program from scratch, and I did that for three to four years. Then in 2009 I joined Stepchange Global and decided to do this on the outside in a consultancy firm, and we’ve been advising oil and gas companies and indeed mining companies on how to implement digital oilfield and integrated operations around the globe. Tony, that’s interesting. I didn’t realize in addition to the upstream side of the business, the mining folks are interested. Can you elaborate on that a little bit? Yeah, we’ve seen that there’s an awful lot in common in oil and gas and mining in general. They’re both extractive industries, they’ve both got extended value chains in many cases, you know not kind of, an upstream or mine piece, some sort of delivery system, pipelines or rail, and then some sort of export business. If you look at it, their model is actually pretty close to some of our core operations like LNG. They’ve also got a lot in similar in the fact that they often have siloed organization. They have all the same sort of organizational people challenges of getting people to do things a different way, so we find that a lot of what we learned in oil and gas is ported over pretty easily into mining sector. We’ve done work with mining companies on iron ore mines in Australia, copper mines in Chile, and more recently on a brand new potash mine in Canada. Tony again, thanks for being part of this effort. You mentioned earlier and I understand your primary focus is the organizational impact of some of these new technologies. What in your career or in your consulting side kind of sparked your interest in this piece of the puzzle? Well I think if we dial back to the early days of digital oilfield and integrated operations when many of the big companies were kicking off with concept . There was BP, Shell, Statoil, Conoco in Norway, and in the national oil companies in particular, Saudi Aramco. We were all trying to understand what the dimensions were of this big new thing, where we can have real time data and information coming off of our assets, coming off our platforms, and it being available for use in the office, and available to experts in the office, and what were we going to do with it? Of course the initial focus was very much around, “We need to get the data.” So, how do we capture the data, how do we store the data, how do we transmit the data. Of course one of the big breakthroughs was the advent of high bandwidth communications, particularly in areas like the North Sea where fiber was laid very early on. So we could get that data, but then it was very much about, what do we do with the data? Initially the push was to get these IT data and information systems in place, and then we went through a phase of building rooms, collaborative rooms. We worked out pretty quickly that you needed teams to look at the data, or analyze the data, and look at opportunities in that data, and then convey those to the guys in the field who were going to do something different. Early on the focus was on the technology in the rooms, and we very quickly worked out that if you took the, “If we build it, they will come,” approach, they basically did. We then switched this around to thinking about it as technology-enabled transformation, and how do you change the … How do you get the people on board. Literally say, a technician or an operator offshore or onshore he’s been doing something the same for 20 years, how do you get them to do something different? Because now we’ve got data and information which can inform where they need to be at any one time. We needed to look at the processes, so when you look at process work flow, they were generally geographically constrained around a platform or a site. Now we’re saying actually we can have people looking at the data, and the process could be done remote. So how does that change? Then also the organizational alignment, how do we organize ourselves to take value from having this data and information? We quickly understood that just having the data and information was just not good enough. We needed to think of it in much broader terms, and certainly companies like BP, and Statoil, and others started thinking about this is a transformation program, or continuous program rather than a technology program. Tony, you mentioned earlier the challenge of the silos, which in our consulting and in our training programs we’re still seeing. Was there any way that this helped break down some of the silos by having disciplines, look at problems, or different ways of even setting up the remote operation centers with multi disciplines? Did that help, breaking down the silo side? Yes it did, and what we found as well is if you wanted to do something like production optimization; and you wanted to be able to optimize a molecule of oil and gas from the reservoir to an export point wherever that happened to be, and of course in gas that could be a very long value chain, in an offshore oil platform might be shorter. But whenever you looked at it, it spanned reservoir, petroleum, production engineering, facilities engineering, operations, pipelines, and maybe even commercial. We found that once you started having this real time data and information, a traditional siloed organization that was meeting-based just wasn’t fast enough, wasn’t agile enough, so we started moving towards this idea of multi disciplined delivery teams. So you would co-locate a production optimization … You would form a production optimization team, which was the co-location of representative from reservoir, petroleum, production, operations, facilities, pipeline, commercial in a room, and then they would work as a natural team to deliver the  field optimization. So that was an example. Another example would be around facilities, discipline, engineering, so instead of having mechanical, electrical, instrument automation all being separate, again we would co-locate representatives from each of those disciplines together in a room just to support the guys in the field in a non siloed, fully integrated way, if that makes sense. It does. Were there impacts say, on the production platforms as well? You mentioned the remote operation centers, and we’ve seen examples of that in our visits to some major clients, but what about on the production facilities themselves? Were there some benefits there? Absolutely. I think the one thing you haven’t got to forget about is what’s at the other end, if you know what I mean. It’s a bit like the idea of if you’re the only person in the world with the mobile telephone, well it’s actually not very useful. What we’ve seen is that if you have a collaborative environment in your office, then very much you need to have the ability for your teams in the field to collaborate as well, so that could be either by mobile working devices, which are now becoming much more available.  It was a difficult thing to implement 10 years ago although it was done in a few locations, or it was actually we need to mirror the fact that we’ve got a production optimization team in the office with some sort of team in the field. Typically we would then co-locate a production engineer and some of the production team in a room on the offshore platform, and we would have always-on video, always-on data and information exchange between the two. We see this very much as an organizational alignment, so some of the dimensions that you can think about are integrating across the silos is one dimension, and you most often do that in the office, but you want to do it in the field as well if you can. Also you’re integrating between the operational location, offshore platform or gas hub, land based operation, and your office, so you’re integrating between the field and your office. That’s one of the other big barriers. Of course there’s the big divide between sub surface and surface disciplines you want to integrate across there. The other one we see is a key dimension for integration in this approach is time. So we advocate what we call a time slice organization, where we co-locate people around the time scale of the work that they do, so typically the guys in these collaborative in environments are doing short term support work, and they’re the point of focus for the guys in the field. The guys in the field always know who they got to go to, and the guys in the office, in the collaborative environment, they’re almost triaging the issues as they come in, and they’ve got complete asset awareness, or situational awareness of what’s going in the field at the same time. It just streamlines all of those communication processes. The guys involved understand what’s going on, understand what the priorities for the day. The result of that is enhanced production, enhanced recovery –  free from unplanned events, the better implementation of maintenance practices because you’re being supported remotely by your experts in the office. There’s a whole bunch of value you can get once you put the ability to collaborate and share data in place between an operational site and an office location. Tony, we’ve talked about offshore. Is there any analogy, or any operators using these same concepts of techniques in onshore? Especially in the shale plays that you’re familiar with, where we’re drilling hundreds of wells, and it’s more like a mechanical production operation than it is like a classic drill and complete operation. Are you seeing anyone using it in the onshore side of the business as well as the offshore? Yeah, absolutely. We’re seeing a lot of effort in the onshore side, and we’ve done work with coal bed methane operators in Australia, for instance. The big coal bed methane to LNG assets in Queensland, of which there are three, all of them have gone down this route, and two of them have actually remotely controlling all of their wells and gas facilities from the center of Brisbane, would you believe. They pushed this concept really quite a long way and we’ve been involved in the forefront of this with them in Australia. We’ve seen certainly SAGD operations in the tar sands are really beginning to embrace this in Canada. In terms of shale, oil and shale gas, typically that model has been what I would call a low cost ecosystem model, so it runs very well because one, it’s been low cost, and two, the ecosystem of companies are there to deliver this in a very efficient manner. But we are beginning to see the emergence of what I would call a low cost, smart hybrid, where I think those operators are beginning to see just being low cost, especially in the current environment, it runs out of steam in terms of giving you the value you need, and you now need to go more towards a smart approach. We’ve been working with one operator in Pennsylvania, and typically the traditional mode of operation would be to send an operator to look at a well every day, and in fact the local legislation says you have to visit this well every week to look for leaks, would you believe. The whole idea of sending a person into a gas production system to look for leaks is not something I would advocate at all. We should have instrumentation to do that sort of thing. But we’re working with this operator, and we’re pushing it, we’re trying to push it to the point where we visit the well once every three months. That is going to mean that we have to challenge the legislation, but I think we can put the senses and the monitoring, the surveillance, in real time in place to make that case pretty easily. So yes, we are beginning to see shale gas, shale oil do this and indeed a number of the kind of independent land based operators, and we’re working with a few at the moment. I think it has been somewhat slower uptake in that area just because the model they’ve had, it has been different to what you might think of as a big offshore oil operation, or even a big land-based complex operation. Tony, this is terrific. I know you and I could keep this up all, but I think the insights that you’ve given our listeners on the impacts of these new systems on organization, minimum manning, and production efficiencies, and especially the relationship between mainstream oil and gas and mining, and coal bed methane, which was completely not in my radar, will be extremely valuable. Is there anything that you would like to say to wrap up to our folks, if they want to seek more information on these topics? Yes. Just one thing I would say is that historically we’ve been doing a lot of work in brownfield operations, but there’s  absolute huge opportunity in greenfields. If you take what we’ve learned in brownfields and you translate that into green- fields, we absolutely believe that we can drop operational costs significantly, and by significantly I mean 50 to 70 or 80 percent. We can also reduce capex as well, and we’ve done a number of studies on new greenfield projects where we’ve been working with this idea of radical minimum manning, and trying to inject that into the project concept up stream. So I think that’s going to be the next big thing in terms of where we go, so more automation, less manning, more safer operations because we have less people, so that’s fundamentally where I think we’re going to be heading. If people are interested in hearing more about this, or seeing more about this please go to our website. I work for Stepchange Global, which is an independent oil and gas consultancy specializing in digital oilfield and integrated operations, and our website is www.stepchangeglobal.com. I’ll be at the conference in a couple of weeks time, it would be great to see people there, so if you want to have a chat on anything I’ve been talking about please don’t hesitate to get in touch. Thanks again Tony, I look forward to meeting you when you’re in Houston, and folks who would like to learn more about the basics of the important oil and gas industry, be sure to check out our free Oil 101 series at www.ektinteractive.com. Thanks everyone for listening. The post The Digital Oilfield with Tony Edwards of Stepchange Global appeared first on EKT Interactive.The podcast and artwork embedded on this page are from Marty Stetzer, which is the property of its owner and not affiliated with or endorsed by Listen Notes, Inc.

The Deep Purple Podcast
Episode #32 - Tommy Bolin - Teaser

The Deep Purple Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2019 99:25


The Deep Purple Podcast Show Notes Episode #32 “Tommy Bolin - Teaser” December 2, 2019 Subscribe at Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Overcast, Pocket Casts, Anchor.fm, Breaker, PodBean, RadioPublic, or search in your favorite podcatcher! Show Updates: Comments from social media. Thanks to Our Patrons: $5 Tier Clay Wombacher Steve Seaborg (NameOnAnything.com, Alltheworldsastage.net) $3 Tier Peter Gardow Ian Desrosiers $1 Tier Ells Murders Spacey Noodles Thanks to our Brothers at the Deep Dive Podcast Network: Ry @ Sabbath Bloody Podcast The Simple Man @ Skynyrd Reconsydyrd Terry “T-Bone” Mathley @ T-Bone's Prime Cuts Thanks to the Patron Saint and Archivist of The Deep Purple Podcast: Jörg Planer - an essential Twitter follow Lead Up To Album & Writing: Album Art & Booklet Review The Album Personnel: Tommy Bolin Glenn Hughes Stanley Sheldon Paul Stallworth Dave Foster Jan Hammer Ron Fransen David Sanborn Jeff Porcaro Prairie Prince Michael Walden Bobbie Berge Phil Collins Sammy Figueroa Rafael Cruz Dave Brown Lee Kiefer Johnnie Bolin The Sniffettes The Grind (Bolin, Jeff Cook, Stanley Sheldon, John Tesar) Homeward Strut (Bolin) Dreamer (Jeff Cook) Savannah Woman (Bolin, Jeff Cook) Teaser (Bolin, Jeff Cook) People, People (Bolin) Marching Powder (Bolin) Wild Dogs (Bolin, John Tesar) Lotus (Bolin, John Tesar) Reception and Review Tommy Bolin is proud of the album and lists Wild Dogs as his favorite song. This Week in Purple History . . . December 2 through December 8 December 4, 1971 - The Montreux Casino burns down December 8, 1972 - Ian Gillan writes his famous letter to Tony Edwards that he is leaving Deep Purple at the end of the tour the following June December 4, 1976 - Tommy Bolin Dies Listener Mail/Comments Comments about the show? Things you'd like us to cover? We'd love to hear from you. Send us an email at info@deeppurplepodcast.com or @ us on Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram.

Front End Happy Hour
Episode 088 - Tech lead engineer - herding cats & drinks

Front End Happy Hour

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2019 53:29


We often talk a lot about growth path as engineers. One of those growth paths could be a tech lead engineer. In this episode, we are joined by Tony Edwards to help talk with us about what the role and responsibilities of a lead engineer are. Guests: Tony Edwards - @tedwards947 Panelists: Ryan Burgess - @burgessdryan Jem Young - @JemYoung Mars Jullian - @marsjosephine Stacy London - @stacylondoner Picks: Tony Edwards - Lana Del Rey: Norman Fucking Rockwell Tony Edwards - The Indicator from Planet Money Tony Edwards - Steve1989MREInfo Ryan Burgess - Everybody Matters Ryan Burgess - Super Pumped: The Battle for Uber Ryan Burgess - Abstract Season 2 Jem Young - Great British Baking Show Jem Young - Duer Jeans Jem Young - Frontend Masters - Full Stack Mars Jullian - Airbnb open homes program Mars Jullian - catalogchoice.org Stacy London - Fear Inoculum by Tool Stacy London - Blood Year by Russian Circles Stacy London - Unending by Cloudkicker

The Deep Purple Podcast
Episode #7 - Concerto For Group and Orchestra

The Deep Purple Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2019 132:52


The Deep Purple Podcast Show Notes Episode #7 “Concerto For Group and Orchestra” June 10, 2019 Show Updates: Listeners in 30 countries! Losing track! Welcome to Indonesia, Greece, and the Czech Republic! Unfortunately no new listeners from Saint Pierre and Miquelon, at least not on YouTube. Twitter follower numebr 100! @MetallicastPod at Metallicast @SkynyrdPodcast at Skynyrd Reconsydyrd Candice Night David Coverdale with two retweets! MKI to MKII Transition: History of the Concerto: Malcolm Arnold: The Lead Up to The Concerto: Album Details and Analysis: First Movement: Moderato - Allegro (19:23) Second Movement: Andante (19:11) Third Movement: Vivace-Presto (13:09) Reception and Review In The News . . . Dio Hologram tour about to happen: https://consequenceofsound.net/2019/05/wendy-dio-eyellusion-jeff-pezzuti-ronnie-james-dio-hologram-tour/ Dio documentary announced: https://metalheadzone.com/wendy-dio-shares-new-update-on-ronnie-james-dio-documentary/ Ian Gillan talks about new bands/music: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q1bXuT61HsA https://www.nme.com/news/music/deep-purple-ian-gillan-interview-young-artists-advice-2492137 This Week in Purple History . . . June 10 through June 16 June 10, 1982 - Rainbow releases straight between the eyes June 11, 1953 - Mark Nauseef is born June 12, 2006 - Live in Montreux 69 is released June 12, 1967 - “Hallelujah” is secretly recorded June 13, 2006 - M3 (formerly Company of Snakes) release “Rough and Ready” June 13, 2006 - Rainbow releases “Live in Munich” June 13, 2008 - Judas Priest releases Nostradamus with Don Airey on keyboards June 14, 2011 - Black Country Communion releases second album “2” June 15, 1951 - Craig Gruber is born June 15, 1973 - Tony Edwards notifies Roger Glover that Blackmore wants him out Deep Purple Deep Track: Fancy - Touch Me From the album “Wild Thing” released in 1974 Featuring: Ray Fenwick (guitar) - Ian Gillan Band, Spencer Davis Group, Jon Lord's Windows Mo Foster (bass) - Wizard's Convention, Butterfly Ball (Finger pops) Helen Caunt - former Penthouse model for studio work Annie Kavanaugh - replaced Helen when they toured live, former chorus member of “Jesus Christ Superstar” Les Binks (drums) - Wizard's Convention, Judas Priest, More info: http://rayfenwick.com/fancy.htm https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fancy_(band) Episode #7 Deep Purple Deep Track (and more!!) revealed here [SPOILERS!!]? For Further Information: Deep Purple: A Matter of Fact by Jerry Bloom Smoke on the Water: The Deep Purple Story The Road of Golden Dust: The Deep Purple Story 1968-1976 by Jerry Bloom Child in Time by Ian Gillan Listener Mail/Comments Comments about the show? Things you'd like us to cover? We'd love to hear from you. Send us an email at info@deeppurplepodcast.com or @ us on Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram.

Standing on the Shoulders of Giants – Practitioner series
Episode 3: Dr Tony Edwards – Start Off With The Basics

Standing on the Shoulders of Giants – Practitioner series

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2019 47:14


Dr Tony Edwards is a highly successful New Zealand Integrated General Practitioner (IGP) at The Doctors Greenmeadows. Dr Tony practices with specialists and Natural Healthcare Practitioners in a very busy practice. Tune in today to get an insight into practice as an IGP; the ups and downs and the amazing rewards of taking the step forward into the future of Functional Medicine. Today’s conversation is a generous insight, whether you are a GP, Natural Healthcare Practitioner or an IGP.

First Baptist Upper Marlboro Podcast
Rejected Stone to Cornerstone

First Baptist Upper Marlboro Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2018 38:55


Jesus reveals the proper response to the prophetic word of God in this parable of the Vineyard or Wicked Tenants. What are the consequences for receiving or rejecting the Messenger and His message? | Matthew 21:33-45 | Tony Edwards

ThirtyFifty's Level 4 Wine Podcast
D6: Low and No Alcohol: Background: Tony Edwards The Good News About Booze

ThirtyFifty's Level 4 Wine Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2018


We talk to science writer Tony Edwards about his book The Good News About Booze, putting the case forward that alcohol in moderation can be good for you.

The Andrew Parker Podcast
7-30-17 Ft. Tony Edwards

The Andrew Parker Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2017 53:43


Guest Tony EdwardsSupport the show (http://www.parkerdk.com/victory-hour)

The Drill Down - Exploring Oil and Gas Topics
The Digital Oilfield with Tony Edwards of Stepchange Global

The Drill Down - Exploring Oil and Gas Topics

Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2017 17:49


Thanks for listening to the EKT Interactive Oil and Gas Podcast Network. In this episode, we welcome Tony Edwards to the podcast. Join us for this discussion on the digital oilfield, part of our Digital Oilfield podcast series. Remember, our listeners get $400 off the registration price (use code EKT400) to the Upstream Intelligence Data Driven […] The post The Digital Oilfield with Tony Edwards of Stepchange Global appeared first on EKT Interactive.

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EKT Interactive Oil and Gas Training
The Digital Oilfield with Tony Edwards of Stepchange Global

EKT Interactive Oil and Gas Training

Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2017 17:49


Thanks for listening to the EKT Interactive Oil and Gas Podcast Network. In this episode, we welcome Tony Edwards to the podcast. Join us for this discussion on the digital oilfield, part of our Digital Oilfield podcast series. Remember, our listeners get $400 off the registration price (use code EKT400) to the Upstream Intelligence Data Driven […] The post The Digital Oilfield with Tony Edwards of Stepchange Global appeared first on EKT Interactive.

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EKT Interactive Oil and Gas Training
The Digital Oilfield with Tony Edwards of Stepchange Global

EKT Interactive Oil and Gas Training

Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2017 17:49


Thanks for listening to the EKT Interactive Oil and Gas Podcast Network. In this episode, we welcome Tony Edwards to the podcast. Join us for this discussion on the digital oilfield, part of our Digital Oilfield podcast series. Remember, our listeners get $400 off the registration price (use code EKT400) to the Upstream Intelligence Data Driven […] The post The Digital Oilfield with Tony Edwards of Stepchange Global appeared first on EKT Interactive.

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UK Wine Show
Tony Edwards The Good News About Booze

UK Wine Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2016


We talk to science writer Tony Edwards about his book The Good News About Booze, putting the case forward that alcohol in moderation can be good for you.

Honestly Lisa
024 Cheeky Pragmatism and Love: Lisa Orkin feat. Tony Edwards and Eric Paskel

Honestly Lisa

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2015 68:58


Lisa Orkin feat. Tony Edwards and Eric Paskel

CooperTalk
Tony Edwards - Episode 156

CooperTalk

Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2013 59:59


Steve Cooper talks with comic/actor Tony Edwards. Tony was in many commercials when he was young and then set his eyes on stand-up comedy. He quickly became the House Emcee at the Improv on Melrose in Hollywood. This led to appearances on the MTV Half Hour Comedy Hour and VH1's Standup Spotlight. Soon after that he got back into acting and has appeared in the movies Starman, Hot Shots! Part Deux and Hollywood Shuffle to name a few. He is also a familiar face to television where some of his credits include Seinfeld, Mad About You, Roseanne, Southland and Private Practice. Besides acting he is a accomplished photographer and an expert on Apple Computers and Burning Man.