Podcasts about Uday

Revisions by Srini, Uday, Sakuba and Ajay

Listen to an all-new episode of the NWABJ Rport for 4.13.25 with Roby Brock featuring an interview with Uday Akkaraju, CEO of BOND.AI on his new app 101.plus.

アーティスト/DJの真鍋大度が様々なジャンルのイノベーターをお迎えするトークセッション「FROM THE NEXT ERA」。対話の中からイノベーションの種を導き出します。今回は、アーティスト/映像作家 takumanakataさんをお迎えして、「RADIO SAKAMOTO Uday」での共演についてや、VJとしての作品作り、AIとの共存についてなど考えていきます。See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

アーティスト/DJ・真鍋大度による、声のブログ「TALK IN THE POD」。今回は、「RADIO SAKAMOTO Uday」でパフォーマンスしたMIXについてお届けします。See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every black belt was once a white belt, and every experienced dad was once a first-time father. In this episode of Grappling with Fatherhood, hosts Blake Kasemeier and Uday Malhotra explore what it means to start from scratch—both on the jiu-jitsu mats and in the world of parenting. Blake and Uday share their personal stories of stepping into the unknown, from the nervous excitement of their first jiu-jitsu class to the overwhelming (and sometimes terrifying) reality of becoming a dad for the first time. They discuss the mix of emotions—fear, frustration, joy, and triumph—that come with learning something completely new and the patience required to grow in both arenas. Whether you're a new dad, a fresh white belt, or someone navigating the early stages of a new challenge, this episode is for you. Tune in for an honest and inspiring discussion that reminds you: no one starts as an expert, and every stumble is just part of the journey. Elite Fundamentals from Uday: https://bjjfanatics.com/products/elite-no-gi-fundamentals-by-uday-malhotra?srsltid=AfmBOoodyRMR1F0eMjuihtS9-mXReX5-pdDwuQFFJ2UD7VLY9mJ-dquq Fluid Tactical Electrolyte Drink Mix: https://fluidtactical.com/

In this episode of the Product Thinking Podcast, I am joined by Uday Marepalli, Director of Product Management at Upwork, who brings his expertise from leading AI-driven initiatives to our conversation. Uday shares his insights on building zero to one products within large organizations, emphasizing the importance of understanding customer needs and leveraging AI in product development. This episode dives into the challenges and strategies for innovating in a way that aligns with both customer expectations and technological capabilities. Want to learn how to effectively launch and scale products in complex environments? Tune in to gain practical insights from Uday's extensive experience in product management. You'll hear us talk about: 06:24 - The Thrills and Challenges of Zero to One Products Uday delves into the unique excitement and difficulty of creating something from nothing, stressing the importance of balancing speed with thoughtful validation of hypotheses 14:37 - Handling Conflicting Information and Making Strategic Pivots Uday discusses how to manage new, sometimes contradictory, information by aligning it with the overarching vision and deciding whether to iterate or pivot. 38:54 - Building AI Zero to One Products Uday explores the peculiar challenges of AI products, including data collection and ensuring trust and explainability in AI-driven decisions. Episode Resources: Uday Marepalli on LinkedIn

... aber auch mehr Risiko, sollte die USA in die Rezession rutschen „Regionen, die für das Wachstum der Weltwirtschaft sorgen und die zu mehr als die Hälfte der weltweiten Bruttowertschöpfung beitragen kann man doch nicht einfach ignorieren", setzt LGIM-Emerging Market Bonds-Experte Uday Patnaik in der aktuellen Episode der GELDMEISTERIN einen Kontrapunkt zur Investoren-Legende Jim Rogers. Diese warnte in der letzten Folge der GELDMEISTERIN vor einem baldigen weltweiten Börsecrash. Er sei deshalb großteils in Cash investiert. Emerging Market Bond-Experte Uday Patnaik nimmt hingegen aktuell volles Risiko. Er setzt auf in Dollar-nominierte Schwellenländer-Anleihen und das, obwohl ein hoher Dollar und geopolitische Krisen normalerweise gegen diese riskante Assetklasse sprechen. Sein Argument: Die Ausfallsraten sowohl von Emerging Market-Staats- als auch Unternehmensanleihen seien derzeit nicht höher als bei entsprechenden Bonds aus Industriestaaten. Man bekäme deutlich mehr Rendite bei nicht unbedingt höherem Verlustrisiko und vor allem dort ist sei Wachstum. Schlecht für die Asset Klasse schaut es aber dann aus, wenn die US-Wirtschaft und damit die Weltwirtschaft 2025 doch noch in die Rezession rutschen sollten, wovon Uday nicht ausgeht. Uday investiert ausschließlich in Dollar-nominierten Emerging Market-Bonds, um nicht auch noch ein Währungsrisiko einzugehen.  Bei einem derart kumuliertem Risiko würde er eher gleich in Aktien gehen. Apropos Risiko, Rezessin und Börsencrash:  In der letzten Woche verriet Starinvestor Jim Rogers der GELDMEISTERIN, dass er jetzt überlegt sehr hoch bewertete Aktien wie die großen US-Technologieaktien zu shorten, weil er ja mit einem baldigen Crash rechnet. Ein Hörer wollte daraufhin wissen wie man shortet. Ob er damit meint Absichern mit Put-Optionen gemeint ist? Nicht ganz. Zwar setzt man in beiden Fällen auf fallende Kurse und profitiert von Kurskorrekturen. Doch beim Shorten durch Leerverkäufe leiht man sich tatsächlich schwächelnden Aktien aus,  um sie zu einem späteren Zeitpunkt, wenn ihr Preis gefallen ist, günstiger zurückzugeben zu können. Die Preisdifferenz ist somit der Gewinn. Die Gefahr ist nur, dass die Rechnung beim Spekulieren nicht aufgeht, die Aktie steigt statt fällt und es zu einem Short Squeeze kommt. Soll heißen, Ich muss mir dann die Aktien zu einem höheren Preis kaufen, um sie  zurück geben zu können. Müssen das viele Trader machen, führt dies zu einem zusätzlichen Preisanstieg = Short Squeeze. Wenn ich mich hingegen mit einem Put gegen fallende Kurse absichere oder hedge, kaufe ich keine Aktien, sondern setze mit Hebelprodukten wie Optionen, CFD´s oder Futures „nur“ auf die Kursentwicklung. Put-Optionen geben Anlegern das Recht, innerhalb eines bestimmten Zeitraums zu einem vorab festgelegten Preis zu verkaufen („put into the market“). Apropos: Wenn ihr Euer Börsenwissen auffrischen bzw. grundsanieren möchtet, dann lege ich Euch den revitalisierten Schwesterpodcast der GELDMEISTERIN, „DIE BÖRSENMINUTE“ ans Herz, die erneut Woche für Woche in wenigen Minuten ein weiteres Puzzlestück des Kapitalmarktes erklärt und Euch so bei Eurem Vermögensaufbau bestens unterstützt. Viel Hörvergnügen – ob bei der neuen Börsenminute oder auch bei dieser Folge der GELDMEISTERIN über den Sinn und Unsinn von Emerging Market Bonds in Zeiten wie diesen wünscht Euch Podcast Host Julia Kistner. Musik- & Soundrechte: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.geldmeisterin.com/index.php/musik-und-soundrechte/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Risikohinweis: Dies sind keine Anlageempfehlungen. Julia Kistner und ihr Podcast-Gast übernehmen keinerlei Haftung. #Investment #Geldanlage #Schwellenländer #EM #Bonds #Anleihen #podcast Foto: LGIM

Uday and I talked about our thoughts on pushpa 2 directed by Sukumar , Starring Allu Arjun and Rashmika

With Microsoft Power Platform, there is strength in numbers. To get the most out of Power Platform, organizations need to build a community of champions, educators, and innovators. But how do you do this and where do you start? Uday Adhikari, Microsoft MVP, drops by the podcast to discuss his experiences and how to grow a successful Power Platform community in your organization. 

Welcome to Season 4 of the Chai Break Podcast.In this episode of the Chai Break Podcast, we dive into the world of climate-conscious gifting with Prateeksha Chandraghatgi, founder of Greenr Gifts. With a tech background at industry giants like Yahoo and Microsoft, Prateeksha shifted her path to build a business rooted in sustainability and meaningful impact. Greenr Gifts enables climate-positive gifting by partnering with reforestation organizations worldwide, allowing individuals and businesses to plant trees in their loved ones' names.Introduction to the episode/seasonPrateeksha's Background – From Yahoo and Microsoft to eco-friendly entrepreneurship.Roots in Sustainability – Growing up in a culture of mindful living and its influence on Greenr Gifts.Diary of a Founder – Prateeksha's reflections on purpose and pace, and what inspired her shift from tech to entrepreneurship.Launching Greenr Gifts – How Greenr Gifts started and what it offers as a climate-positive gifting service.Customer Journey & Emotional Impact – Exploring the meaningful experiences Greenr Gifts creates for its users.Corporate Gifting for Impact – The response to Greenr Gifts' new corporate offerings and its potential for broader climate action.Insights for Women Entrepreneurs – Challenges of funding, building a small but powerful team, and advice for other female founders.Community Support and Future Goals – How listeners can support Greenr Gifts and what's next for the company.Rapid Fire Round – Fun insights about Prateeksha's chai preferences, favorite book, and how she spends her downtime.Join us for an inspiring chaiversation on innovation, purpose, and building a business that nurtures the planet. For more on Greenr Gifts, visit greenr.gifts.Here's the link to the Climate Solutions Prateesksha mentions: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwYnpej4pQF7UPnt0nkZEa8sxR9TmWR1B&si=6LKPqc9jNqFk5jguchaiversations.org

In this episode, Our guest speaker Uday Narang, Founder of Omega Seiki Mobility, discusses the rapid growth of the electric vehicle (EV) market, especially in emerging economies like India, where affordability and local customization are driving adoption. He emphasizes the importance of building a strong EV ecosystem, including infrastructure and strategic global partnerships, to support this transition. While large-scale battery manufacturing may come later, Narang believes that the long-term potential for EVs is significant, predicting they will surpass internal combustion engines within the next few years. Success, he notes, requires a long-term vision and collaboration across industries.

Uday and I discussed about Lucky Baskhar starring Dulquer salmaan , Meenakshi Chaudhary and Directed by Venky Atluri.

Get Uday's BJJ Fanatics Tutorial: https://bjjfanatics.com/products/elite-no-gi-fundamentals-by-uday-malhotra Get Fluid Tactical Electrolyte Drink Mix: https://store.livefluid.com/ Join Uday Malhotra and Blake Kasemeier on this uplifting episode of "Grappling with Fatherhood" as they celebrate the joy found in both parenting and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Through heartfelt stories and reflections, they share how small victories—whether on the mats or in family life—bring lasting fulfillment. Uday and Blake discuss the unexpected moments of laughter, connection, and growth that make the challenges worthwhile. Tune in to rediscover the joy in both fatherhood and grappling, and be inspired to savor the journey, every step and roll along the way.

In this episode of the Bharatvaarta podcast, we explore the rich tapestry of Maratha history with Dr. Uday S Kulkarni, a naval surgeon turned historian, discussing his latest book, 'Raghoba, The Assassination of Narayana Rao Peshwa.' The conversation reveals the challenges and triumphs of historical research, including accessing archives and overcoming biases. Dr. Uday S Kulkarni sheds light on significant events during the Maratha Empire, such as the Battle of Panipat and the first Anglo-Maratha War, while addressing topics like discrimination under Mughal rule and the strategic evolution of Maratha artillery. With reflections on unity, leadership, and cultural renaissance, this episode presents a comprehensive narrative on the impact and legacy of the Maratha Empire. Buy the book: https://amzn.in/d/adSFe16 Topics: 00:00 Sneak peak 02:08 Introduction 04:04 Dr. Uday's Journey from Medicine to History 06:55 Importance of Maratha History 11:00 Process of writing history 16:40 Being an outsider to writing history 21:53 History and Politics 24:24 Cultural Renaissance During the Maratha Period 27:56 Unknown facets of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj 30:04 Temple Restoration Efforts 31:30 Decline of the Maratha Empire 33:18 Shivaji Maharaj's Tactics and Nationalism 34:31 Significance of Narayanrao Peshwa's Assassination 35:37 Battle of Panipat and Its Aftermath 39:34 Raghunath Rao's Ambitions and Conflicts 44:52 Role of Anandibai and the Ghardis 50:16 Consequences and Decline of the Maratha Empire 54:25 Reflections on Indian History and Unity 57:39 Future of Historical Narratives 01:00:48 Dr. Kulkarni's Upcoming Work and Conclusion

In this episode of Grappling with Fatherhood, hosts Blake Kasemeier and Uday Malhotra tackle one of the most universal struggles for parents and jiu-jitsu practitioners alike: the feeling of failure and the constant battle to feel "enough." Whether it's a tough day on the jiu-jitsu mats or moments of self-doubt in parenting, Blake and Uday share their own experiences of falling short, feeling overwhelmed, and learning to embrace imperfection. Join the conversation as the hosts dive into the emotional challenges of striving for excellence in both fatherhood and BJJ. They explore how external pressures, comparison, and self-criticism can lead to feelings of inadequacy. Whether you're a dad trying to juggle the demands of family life or a jiu-jitsu enthusiast grappling with performance plateaus, this episode provides a space to reflect, reset, and move forward with confidence. Tune in for a heartfelt discussion that reminds you that perfection isn't the goal—growth is. Subscribe to Grappling with Fatherhood for weekly episodes where parenting and jiu-jitsu intersect, offering wisdom, humor, and real talk for dads on and off the mat. Get Elite No Gi Fundamentals: https://bjjfanatics.com/products/elite-no-gi-fundamentals-by-uday-malhotra?srsltid=AfmBOoqqK949BdyECkdS1fhW0C0ceeia-qNMNcKBooo6je-5ldBPG3DW

Discover how to learn Sanskrit in the easiest way with Uday Shreyas, a passionate advocate of this ancient language. In this insightful interview, Uday shares his journey of mastering Sanskrit and offers practical tips for beginners. Whether you're just starting or looking to deepen your knowledge, this video covers the best resources, learning techniques, and mindset needed to make Sanskrit learning accessible and enjoyable for everyone.

In this episode of the Dave and Dharm Demystify show, the 2 D's are joined by Uday Akkaraju, founder and CEO of Bond.ai. Uday demystifies Bond.ai, an artificial intelligence firm dedicated to repairing the fractured relationship between consumers and financial institutions. He shares his unique background in human-centred design, cognitive psychology, and intelligent virtual agents, which eventually led him into the financial services industry after facing personal financial struggles in Silicon Valley. Uday emphasises the importance of understanding consumer behaviour beyond mere transactional data, advocating for a focus on context and long-term financial wellness. He candidly discusses the challenges he encountered in building consumer trust and engagement. Uday also reveals Bond.ai's strategic shift toward integrating health data with financial services, aiming to enhance overall quality of life and extend health span. By collaborating directly with employers, Bond.ai seeks to broaden its impact. The discussion delves into more comprehensive financial and health strategies, systemic issues, and Bond.ai's future plans for global expansion, mainly through leveraging open banking.

Get Uday's BJJ Fanatics Tutorial: https://bjjfanatics.com/products/elite-no-gi-fundamentals-by-uday-malhotra Get Fluid Tactical Electrolyte Drink Mix: https://store.livefluid.com/ On this episode of "Grappling with Fatherhood," hosts Uday Malhotra and Blake Kasemeier explore the often-overlooked value of taking breaks in both parenting and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (taking breaks in parenting?!). They discuss the importance of rest and recovery, not just for physical health, but for mental clarity and emotional well-being. Through personal stories and practical advice, Uday and Blake show how stepping back can lead to growth—whether it's taking a breather from the mats or finding moments of pause in the chaos of parenthood. Tune in for tips on striking the balance between action and rest.

Click here to join the priority waitlist for the Awakened Mastery Journey!⁠⁠ Awakened...Now What?! EPISODE 403 MASTER LUCID DREAM TECHNIQUES WITH TARAK UDAY Tarak Uday is a modern metaphysician who studies and teaches applied metaphysics. He is a doctor of divinity and a doctor of metaphysics. He now mentors others in ways to incorporate metaphysical principles into their lives. (00:00) Introduction (04:15) What is lucid dreaming? (05:59) What are dreams? (07:17) What's the significance of dreams? (12:31) Helen's trippy dream (13:17) Who can interpret your dreams accurately? (16:54) What do people in your dreams represent? (17:34) How do you achieve lucid dreams? (18:58) Eye exercises for lucid dreams (21:18) What is possible with lucid dreaming? (30:07) Does location matter when lucid dreaming? (31:57) How can lucid dreaming affect your thoughts? (34:21) How can you heal yourself with lucid dreams? (40:19) What are simultaneous dreams? (43:27) How can we overcome the factors that influence our dreams? (46:22) How can we affect the past AND the future through lucid dreaming? (54:18) Now What?!  Contact Tarak Below! https://awakenwithin.us/

Introduction Welcome to a new series, “Footprints of History”. This series is brought to you by, The Drawing Board, with whom I am partnering for the 3rd consecutive year. The Drawing Board is an international architecture competition based in India where students can test their understanding and skills in shaping how communities live and thrive while preserving local heritage. TDB has been actively running an Architecture competition for undergraduate students since 2016. It is conceptualised by Mindspace Architects and Rohan Builders. This year, the 9th edition of the competition, the design brief revolves around redesigning the Pathu Thoon Lane in Madurai (Tamil Nadu, India) also known as "10 Pillar Street”. This site is somewhere between the Meenakshi Temple and Thirumalai Nayakar Place. The design challenge is to restore and integrate the lane's cultural heritage, emphasizing these 10 pillars. The submission deadline is 16th September 2024.  Today's episode is called, “Pillars of Past and Present”. I am pleased to have Architect Uday Andhare with us on Audiogyan. Uday has been a design principal at Indigo Architects since 1998. He holds a degree from CEPT University and the University of New Mexico. Uday advocates for technically appropriate and ecologically sensitive architecture, blending traditional wisdom with modern design. Uday teaches at CEPT University while leading his firm in Ahmedabad. He has drawn diverse experiences during his internships with B.V Doshi and while working in the USA. Questions What do you see when you see these 10 pillars on Pathu Thoon Lane? Which aspects stand out for you from an Intent, Material, and Context point of view? The Getty Podcast - B.V. Doshi said, “Is Architecture defined by theory or it's a convention, or it is something which is rooted in the place?” What are the potentialities of such a project? Do you consider it be a restoration project or conservation or anything else? You have consciously chosen friendlier materials in your projects at Indigo. If one has to restore or build things around the pillars, would you build with new materials and new technology or continue with existing materials or the same fabric? What are the few anchor points of traditional Indian architecture that still hold relevance today? (More meta) Likewise, what are the few enduring aspects of Indian architecture that can inform students in this project? Your Philosophy is “search for contemporary rootedness in this ever-changing environment”. How do you spot it? What are the key parameters on which this search happens? For you, every new project feels like your first. How can any practicing architect or any creative individual maintain this fresh perspective, this outlook/worldview? Which faculty would young architects need to build for the future digital world? Especially with AI, machines can simulate and build imaginary landscapes and more… What will make architects accept or reject AI proposals assuming they have the analog context of climate change and other challenges? Reference reading https://indigo-architects.com/ https://www.instagram.com/indigoarchitects/ https://www.instagram.com/udayandhare/ https://www.instagram.com/rohanbuilders/ https://www.instagram.com/mindspacearchitects/ https://www.instagram.com/thedrawingboard.in/ https://thedrawingboard.in/ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFIgtET-7ZIzMxVo0EeOdO3NaG-g0V2ve https://www.linkedin.com/in/uday-andhare-0b34406/?originalSubdomain=in https://theloftforum.org/people/uday-andhare/ https://x.com/indigoarch_amd?lang=en https://www.re-thinkingthefuture.com/know-your-architects/a1534-indigo-architects-15-iconic-projects/ https://thinkmatter.in/2017/02/27/indigo-architects-mausami-and-uday-andhare/ https://www.archdaily.com/author/uday-mausami-andhare https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=1264525753603165 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RT1jqsobX8o https://audiogyan.com/ https://blogs.getty.edu/iris/audio-b-v-doshi-modern-architecture-in-india-part-2/  

Gen AI promises to completely transform our world, from how we work to how we live. But do the core first principles in product management and strategy change with this new technology? Join Matt as he digs into this question with Uday Kumar, Principal - Data and AI Product Management at Metashore. Uday shares his insights on maintaining core principles in product management while leveraging the new tools and technologies offered by generative AI. He emphasizes that while the fundamentals of understanding customer needs and solving problems remain unchanged, generative AI presents a new and compelling toolset. They also discuss the potential of generative AI to revolutionize sectors like healthcare, fintech, and education by making complex technological solutions more user-centric and effective and highlight the importance of 'falling in love with the problem'—spending significant time understanding the issue before looking at the tools available to solve it. The conversation also explores how organizations can start integrating generative AI into their operations. Key moments:Gen AI and product strategyFundamentals of project management in the age of AIChallenges and opportunities with gen AIImplementing gen AI in organizationsData considerations and security in AI Strategic implications of gen AIThe future of AI Agents and project managementHow to get in touch with Uday Key links: MetashoreConnect with Uday on LinkedInMentioned in this episode:Gen AI Innovation WorkshopGenerative AI is revolutionizing industries, staying ahead means not just understanding its capabilities but actively leveraging them. This episode dives into Hatchworks' cutting-edge Generative AI Innovation Workshop, designed to equip businesses with the knowledge and tools needed for success in this transformative landscape. Join us as we explore: 1. Introduction to Generative AI: An overview of how generative AI is reshaping industries and why it's critical for businesses to adapt. 2. Hatchworks' Innovation Workshop: A detailed look into our full-day immersive workshop focused on generative AI. Discover how we combine learning, hands-on ideation, and practical building activities to enhance your understanding and application of AI in your business. 3. Foundational Concepts: Insight into the key concepts of generative AI and how they apply to your specific domain, paving the way for innovative thinking and application. 4. Use Case Development: Learn how we guide participants through the process of identifying and developing real-world use cases tailored to their business and industry needs. 5. Custom GPT Creation: An exciting peek into how we build a custom GPT model based on defined use cases, offering a glimpse into the tailored solutions that can drive your business forward. Whether you're looking to deepen your understanding of generative AI or seeking actionable ways to implement AI strategies in your business, this episode is a must-listen. Dive in with us at the Hatchworks Innovation Workshop and start unlocking the full potential of generative AI for your business.

In today's episode of "5 Minutes of Peace," Tarak Uday shares the transformative power of the long breath technique. This practice is designed to connect you with your spirit and alleviate negative emotions by using slow, deep breaths. Tarak explains that the word "spirit" originates from the Greek word "spiritus" and the Latin word "spirare," both meaning breath, highlighting the deep connection between breath and our spiritual essence.The long breath technique works by removing the energetic charge from negative emotions, allowing them to dissipate. Depending on the intensity of the emotion, you might need to practice for five minutes or more, but often just a few long breaths can make a significant difference.Breathing Exercise Instructions:1. Inhale slowly, taking a long, deep breath.2. Exhale without holding the breath, letting it out slowly.3. Repeat, inhaling deeply and exhaling slowly.4. Focus on stretching each breath longer and deeper with every inhale and exhale.5. If your mind wanders, gently bring your attention back to your breath.This simple yet profound exercise can help you return to a state of balance whenever you feel overwhelmed, anxious, or sad. Tarak emphasizes that the long breath is a powerful tool to center yourself and connect with your inner peace.Find more about Tarak and his work at https://awakenwithin.usFor more resources and information about The Peace Room, visit https://thepeaceroom.love

Iraqi weightlifter Raed Ahmed was proud to carry his country's flag at the opening ceremony for the 1996 Atlanta Olympics. But the honour came with a strict instruction: he was not to look at the American President, Bill Clinton. Iraq's Olympic Committee was led by Saddam Hussein's son, Uday, a man with a reputation for brutality.But Raed had already begun to think of escape. And that night, with a single glance, he made up his mind. This is the story of how he took the most dangerous decision of his life, and what happened next.Audio scenes have been re-created. Let us know what you think #AmazingSportStories

Get Uday's BJJ Fanatics Tutorial: https://bjjfanatics.com/products/elite-no-gi-fundamentals-by-uday-malhotra Get Fluid Tactical Electrolyte Drink Mix: https://store.livefluid.com/ Join hosts Uday Malhotra and Blake Kasemeier on "Grappling with Fatherhood" as they unravel common myths in both parenting and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. In this episode, they debunk misconceptions and provide clarity on widely held beliefs. From parenting myths about discipline and having a social life to Jiu-Jitsu fallacies about training, excuses, and if size really does matter. Uday and Blake separate fact from fiction. Tune in for a candid discussion filled with personal stories and expert insights that will empower you to navigate both fatherhood and grappling with greater confidence and understanding.

Dr Maryam Ali Al-Nesf joins Professor Marcus Maurer to discuss one of the big burdens of chronic urticaria: the "use, or should we say abuse, of cortisone" in chronic spontaneous urticaria. Do you have suggestions for future episodes? Please provide feedback and offer your suggestions for future topics and expert selection here. Additional resources for this episode: Efficacy and safety of systemic corticosteroids for urticaria: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials; and A patient charter for chronic urticaria. Access additional resources by signing up to Medthority and to be notified for future ‘All Things Urticaria' podcast episodes! For more information about the UCARE/ACARE network and its activities, please visit: UCARE Website, UCARE LevelUp Program, ACARE Website, UCARE 4U Website, UDAY Website, CRUSE Control App and CURE Registry. Episode  100 will be held live on UDAY (1 October 2024, 14:30 CEST). Submit your questions in advance to info@ga2len-ucare.com. Follow UCARE on Instagram to be notified of more information https://www.instagram.com/ga2len_acare_ucare/.

Top news of the day: Trump: 'I am running to be president for all of America, not half of America', At least 3 dead as Chandigarh-Dibrugarh Express derails in UP's Gonda, high-level probe initiated, Air India plane bound for US makes unscheduled Russia landing, Indian Squad for SL Gambhir era begins with 'Surya Uday' in T20s, Netflix adds over 8 million customers in Q2, extends lead over rivals

Get Uday's BJJ Fanatics Tutorial: https://bjjfanatics.com/products/elite-no-gi-fundamentals-by-uday-malhotra Get Fluid Tactical Electrolyte Drink Mix: https://store.livefluid.com/ Join hosts Uday Malhotra and Blake Kasemeier for a special AMA episode of "Grappling with Fatherhood." This week, they tackle listener questions on three profound topics: who should be teaching, helping your kids cope with death, and the role of specialists in BJJ. Discover the qualities of effective instructors, strategies for discussing and managing grief, and the benefits and pitfalls of specialization in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. With personal stories and practical insights, Uday and Blake provide wisdom and connection, making this a must-listen episode for grapplers and parents alike.

Get Uday's BJJ Fanatics Tutorial: https://bjjfanatics.com/products/elite-no-gi-fundamentals-by-uday-malhotra Get Fluid Tactical Electrolyte Drink Mix: https://store.livefluid.com/ This week, Blake and Uday address a wide range of topics, from managing time effectively to dealing with anxiety, and fitting jiu-jitsu training into a busy parenting schedule. Listeners will gain valuable tips on: - Effective time management for busy parents - Techniques for managing anxiety and stress - Balancing jiu-jitsu training with family responsibilities - Finding motivation and maintaining consistency in both parenting and martial arts Whether you're struggling to find time for yourself, feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, or seeking ways to integrate your passion for jiu-jitsu into your parenting journey, this episode offers supportive and relatable advice. Blake and Uday provide a warm and engaging space for listeners to connect and feel understood.

Rick is on fire! Join us as he riffs on Trump, his sons "Uday and Qusay", 'his GOP sycophants, and 'veepstakes'; 'Nikki Haley; the November election; the NY trial; and more!

The inimitable Rick Wilson's back in The Back Room! Rick's a renowned political strategist, infamous ad-maker, writer, speaker, political commentator, co-founder of the political action committee The Lincoln Project, co-founder of media company Resolute Square and a two-time New York Times bestselling author. Rick is on fire! Join us as he riffs on Trump, his sons "Uday and Qusay", 'his GOP sycophants, and 'veepstakes'; 'Nikki Haley; the November election; the NY trial; and more! Got somethin' to say?! Email us at BackroomAndy@gmail.com Leave us a message: 845-307-7446 Twitter: @AndyOstroy Produced by Andy Ostroy, Matty Rosenberg, and Jennifer Hammoud @ Radio Free Rhiniecliff Design by Cricket Lengyel

Get Uday's BJJ Fanatics Tutorial: https://bjjfanatics.com/products/elite-no-gi-fundamentals-by-uday-malhotra Get Fluid Tactical Electrolyte Drink Mix: https://store.livefluid.com/ Join hosts Uday Malhotra and Blake Kasemeier on "Grappling with Fatherhood" as they delve into the complex world of screen time. Exploring both its value and potential dangers, Uday and Blake offer a balanced perspective on how screens influence our roles as parents and grapplers. Drawing from their personal experiences, they discuss the benefits of screen time, such as using instructional videos to enhance Jiu-Jitsu techniques and educational content for children. Simultaneously, they tackle the challenges, from the risks of overexposure to managing digital distractions. Tune in for an episode that offers insights into navigating the digital age with wisdom and intentionality.

Get Uday's BJJ Fanatics Tutorial: https://bjjfanatics.com/products/elite-no-gi-fundamentals-by-uday-malhotra (Discount Code: SPRING2024) Get Fluid Tactical Electrolyte Drink Mix: https://store.livefluid.com/ Join hosts Uday Malhotra & Blake Kasemeier on "Grappling with Fatherhood" as they delve into the profound journey of learning from mistakes. Through personal anecdotes & insightful reflections (including one from the last episode!), discover the transformative power of embracing failures in both parenting & grappling. Throughout the episode, listeners are invited to reflect on their own experiences, drawing parallels between the challenges faced in parenting and the lessons learned on the mats. From missed opportunities to moments of doubt, Uday and Blake demonstrate how every misstep can be reframed as an opportunity for growth and resilience.

Get Uday's BJJ Fanatics Tutorial: https://bjjfanatics.com/products/elite-no-gi-fundamentals-by-uday-malhotra (Updated Discount Code: SPRING2024) Get Fluid Tactical Electrolyte Drink Mix: https://store.livefluid.com/ Uday & Blake tackle the relentless pursuit of excellence in both parenthood and grappling on "Grappling with Fatherhood." In this episode, they explore the parallels between the dedication required to succeed as parents and as grapplers, offering listeners invaluable insights and practical strategies for navigating the demanding journey ahead. Join Uday & Blake as they share personal anecdotes, illuminating the transformative power of putting in the work, day in and day out. Whether it's late-night feedings or early morning training sessions, they highlight the importance of consistency, perseverance, and unwavering commitment to being better.

Get Uday's BJJ Fanatics Tutorial: https://bjjfanatics.com/products/elite-no-gi-fundamentals-by-uday-malhotra (Updated Discount Code: SPRING2024) Get Fluid Tactical Electrolyte Drink Mix: https://store.livefluid.com/ Embark on a poignant exploration of managing anxiety in both parenthood & Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu with hosts Uday Malhotra & Blake Kasemeier on "Grappling with Fatherhood." Delve into the depths of their personal experiences as they navigate the waters of anxiety, offering insights & practical strategies for coping with this formidable challenge. Join Uday & Blake as they candidly discuss the parallels between the anxieties faced in parenting & on the mats, unraveling the intertwined complexities of fear, doubt, & uncertainty. Don't miss this episode of "Grappling with Fatherhood," where Uday & Blake offer hope for grapplers & parents alike, reminding us that with courage, compassion, & resilience, we can overcome even the most daunting challenges life throws our way.

Traditionally, most of us were taught that after cataract surgery, a patient should be assessed on day one, week one, and month one.  But what are these recommendations based on?  Practically speaking, does our typical survellance of post-operative cataract surgery patients make sense, or are we overly dogmatic in our approach? Dr. Uday Devgan, aka 'The Cataract Coach', joins the podcast. 

Embark on an adventure into the subconscious with me, Rick, as I sit down with dream walker and author, Tarak Uday. Together, we'll unlock the secrets of your slumbering mind, showing you how to harness the power of dreams for an extraordinary leap in self-discovery and personal transformation. Step into a world where dragons and mermaids aren't just mythical creatures, but symbols of the inner challenges we face. You'll learn to interpret these enigmatic visions, uncovering the hidden messages your psyche is desperate to tell you.Tune in to hear how the vibrant tapestry of your dreams is more than just a nocturnal movie; it's a profound journey through your deepest levels of consciousness. Tarak shares tales of the mind's boundless potential, discussing how historical figures tapped into their dreams to unlock creativity and innovation. You'll be guided through the metaphysical mechanics behind dream creation, past lives, and how each of us might be living a narrative much grander than we ever imagined. Dreams offer a gateway to understanding our soul's purpose—if you're brave enough to walk through it.In this conversation with Tarak, you won't just find interpretations of your nightly reveries but also practical wisdom for combating anxiety and using imagination as a tool for mental health. Discover how controlled visualization and presence can transform fear into power and anxiety into peace. And if you're looking to continue the journey, I'm excited to introduce you to a metaphysical mastery community where like-minded individuals share, grow, and make the intangible tangible. So hit play and let's awaken the wisdom hiding in your dreams.Connect with Tarak Uday HERE! Click the HERE to choose your path! Click HERE to choose your path! Support the showBook a one-on-one with Rick YeeClick HERE to schedule a free 30-minute consultation if you'd like support to take the right step towards the great life you deserve.⭐Thank you for listening to our podcast! We would greatly appreciate it if you could take a moment to give us a 5-star review. Your support helps us reach more listeners and continue to bring you high-quality content. Thank you!For more information on The Warrior's Way program, and upcoming events click here

Get Uday's BJJ Fanatics Tutorial: https://bjjfanatics.com/products/elite-no-gi-fundamentals-by-uday-malhotra Get Fluid Tactical Electrolyte Drink Mix: https://store.livefluid.com/ In this episode of "Grappling with Fatherhood," hosts Uday Malhotra & Blake Kasemeier delve into the art of managing bad behavior, both on and off the mats. Join Uday and Blake as they draw parallels between the discipline required to navigate tantrums and disobedience in parenting, and the composure needed to address unruly behavior during training sessions. Through candid discussions, they offer listeners an understanding of the underlying dynamics at play, emphasizing the importance of patience, empathy, & clear communication. Blake & Uday share personal experiences of encountering adversity, both as fathers and as practitioners of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. From managing frustration on the mats to setting boundaries at home.

Get Uday's BJJ Fanatics Tutorial: https://bjjfanatics.com/products/elite-no-gi-fundamentals-by-uday-malhotra Get Fluid Tactical Electrolyte Drink Mix: https://store.livefluid.com/ In this episode of Grappling with Fatherhood, hosts Uday Malhotra & Blake Kasemeier unpack the intersection of hitting milestones in both Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & parenthood. Join Uday & Blake, 2 seasoned grapplers & devoted fathers, who share their insights and heartfelt experiences navigating the dynamic landscapes of fatherhood and BJJ. In this episode, they dive deep into the significance of achieving milestones, whether it's belt promotions or witnessing their child's first fart. Through poignant anecdotes, our hosts offer listeners a glimpse into the challenges and joys of balancing the demands of training and parenting. Whether it's overcoming setbacks on the mat or celebrating the small victories of fatherhood, Blake & Uday reflect on the potential for growth and fulfilment in both aspects of life.

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Get Uday's BJJ Fanatics Tutorial: https://bjjfanatics.com/products/elite-no-gi-fundamentals-by-uday-malhotra Get Fluid Tactical Electrolyte Drink Mix: https://store.livefluid.com/ In this episode of Grappling with Fatherhood, join seasoned hosts Uday Malhotra and Blake Kasemeier as they delve deep into the intricacies of balancing parenthood with the world of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Tackling the theme of adaptability head-on, our hosts draw from their personal experiences and insights, offering perspectives on how to navigate the complexities of being both a dedicated parent and an ardent practitioner of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Throughout the episode, listeners are treated to heartfelt anecdotes and candid discussions about the trials and tribulations faced by grappling fathers. Whether it's juggling training sessions with diaper changes or finding solace in the camaraderie of the BJJ community, Uday and Blake paint a vivid picture of the relentless pursuit of excellence in both realms.

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Get Uday's BJJ Fanatics "Elite No Gi Fundamentals" here: https://bjjfanatics.com/products/elite-no-gi-fundamentals-by-uday-malhotr Join hosts Blake Kasemeier and Uday Malhotra in a raw and real conversation on the latest episode of "Grappling with Fatherhood." This week, the duo explores the challenging terrain of burnout, drawing parallels between the exhaustion experienced on the jiu-jitsu mats and the demanding world of parenting. In this candid episode, Blake and Uday share personal stories of pushing through mental and physical fatigue both as dedicated fathers and passionate practitioners of the gentle art. They delve into the signs of burnout, discussing how to recognize and address the warning signals before they take a toll on one's well-being. Discover practical strategies and coping mechanisms to prevent burnout in both parenting and jiu-jitsu.

In this episode of "The History of Eyecare," Dr. Morgan Micheletti talks with Dr. Uday Devgan, an accomplished ophthalmologist and expert in cataract surgery. Dr. Devgan recounts his journey into medicine, starting with his initial interests and leading to his specialization in cataract and refractive surgery. He discusses the role of mentors in his career and his experiences at the University of Southern California and UCLA. The conversation then shifts to Dr. Devgan's contributions to ophthalmology education, particularly through his platform, CataractCoach.com. He emphasizes the importance of ongoing learning and sharing knowledge within the medical community. Dr. Devgan also shares experiences from his international work and involvement in early clinical trials, reflecting his patient-centered approach to ophthalmology. Dr. Devgan offers advice for young surgeons and expresses his enthusiasm for future innovations in the field, especially in the development of accommodating intraocular lenses. His insights provide a comprehensive view of the advancements in eyecare and the potential for future technologies to enhance patient care.

Uday Benegal speaks to Manjiri Latey, Telepathic Animal Communicator and expert in Neuro Linguistic Programming about Interacting with The Universe: Tune in for a deep conversation on consciousness, Animal Communication, and Eastern Spirituality. Uday is inspired to create a new song called 'Hollow Bones. Stream the song: https://ffm.to/hollowbones https://www.instagram.com/udaybenegal https://www.earthwise.co.in/ Manjiri Latey is a celebrated Telepathic Animal Communicator and teacher in animal communication, shamanism, and holistic living practices. Across the episode, they delve into in-depth discussions on topics such as consciousness, telepathic interaction with animals, neurolinguistic programming, divination, mediumship, and the Wim Hof method. They underline the significance of open-mindedness, self-trust, and the need for understanding and compassion towards animals. Drawing upon their' Indian roots, the conversation explores Eastern spiritual practices, while also appreciating the insights of Western ideas, aiming ultimately to guide the audience towards a raised collective consciousness. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:29 Discussing the Agenda: Telepathic Animal Communication 01:11 Life in Goa and Environmental Concerns 03:40 Exploring Telepathic Animal Communication 06:50 Exploring Consciousness and Communication 10:12 Reflections on Music Career and Collaborations 32:16 The Journey into Animal Communication 41:33 Understanding Personal Reactions and Responses 42:11 The Power of Skepticism and Questioning 43:04 The Challenge of Doubt and Seeking Validation 43:49 The Impact of Skepticism on Personal Growth 44:48 Exploring the Influence of Cultural Consciousness 46:14 The Role of Trust in Personal and Cultural Contexts 46:46 The Influence of Westernization on Indian Identity 48:16 The Paradox of Indian Culture and Consciousness 50:17 Understanding Neurolinguistic Programming 53:32 The Power of Linguistics in Human Behavior 56:12 The Role of Animals in Reflecting Human Behavior 58:05 The Concept of Energy in Investments 58:11 The Expansion of Teaching Beyond Animal Communication 01:01:00 The Role of Animals in Human Consciousness 01:04:00 The Importance of Presence in Animal Communication 01:21:56 The Role of Breathwork in Enhancing Communication 01:22:04 The Importance of Being a 'Hollow Bone' in Communication 01:25:02 The Impact of Individualism and Community Living on Consciousness LYRICS Hollow bones Divining from River Stones Thriving on The world contained in a moment of play And every being's a thought away Hollow bones Human-based telephones All-embraced Calling all creatures, every race Tune into your inner space Journeying on a magic trip Into the underworld There we met the special ones Our spirit animals The ripple effect is playing out Raising consciousness Connecting to the source of life With greater confidence And still you try try try Hollow bones Divining from River Stones Thriving on The world contained in a moment of play And every being's a thought away Hollow bones Human-based telephones All-embraced Calling all creatures, every race Tune into your inner space Metamorph into alignment By tapping into tools Mirroring and taking on As you journey through the rules Love and forgiveness both come first In everything you do Saying your sorry and ask forgiveness And they you say thank you And still you try try try Hollow bones Divining from River Stones Thriving on The world contained in a moment of play And every being's a thought away Hollow bones Human-based telephones All-embraced Calling all creatures, every race Tune into your inner space Hollow bones Divining from River Stones Thriving on The world contained in a moment of play And every being's a thought away Hollow bones Hollow bones Hollow bones --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/podsongs/message

Dr. Uday Devgan, founder and host of the world recognized CataractCoach.com, joins to give his advice on how residents can maximize their potential as developing surgeons! Check out all his great surgical videos,  full curriculum, and amazing free Cataract Coach PDF book all at CataractCoach.com  

Bagdá, Iraque, 1993 O filho de Saddam Hussein tornou-se a pessoa mais odiada do Iraque, mais que seu próprio pai. Por que? Sádico, mimado, violento e explosivo, Uday Hussein tinha acesso a uma riqueza interminável, tornando-o possível de fazer qualquer coisa, em qualquer lugar. Uday Hussein já tinha executado pessoas em festas em Bagdá, abusado sexualmente de meninas menores de 18 anos, torturado atletas olímpicos por perderem partidas e muito mais. Qualquer brincadeira ou desrespeito com Uday poderia significar meses de tortura ou morte. Com dezenas de palácios, milhares de carros de luxo, roupas de marca, animais exóticos contrabandeados e armas folheadas a ouro, Uday Hussein exibia sua riqueza tal como sua violência. Sem amigos e constantemente movido à álcool e cocaína, Uday Hussein tinha até mesmo um dublê com sua aparência e altura, para confundir mercenários que tentassem assassina-lo. ______________________________________________ Para escutar nossos episódios extras, apoie nossa campanha no Apoiase:⁠⁠ https://apoia.se/geopizza⁠⁠ Patreon: ⁠⁠https://patreon.com/geopizza⁠⁠  Orelo: https://orelo.cc/podcast/65051c0ba40f4efe7a9b9cf8/dashboard ______________________________________________ Confira nossa loja, a Geostore

It's belt promotion season. What does that mean to you, and how can the concept of belt promotions in Jiu Jitsu apply to parenthood? In this episode we get into it, plus Blake turns 40 and Uday travels to Vegas to teach a seminar. We also answer some questions about how jiu jitsu practitioners navigate their own feelings and expectations around getting (or not getting) their next belt. Questions, comments, concerns? Reach out to us at grapplingwithfatherhoodpod@gmail.com Hope you enjoy!

In this episode we Uday and Blake get into competition mindset. What it means to be a competitor vs a participant - in jiu jitsu, fatherhood and life. Blake talks about training on vacation and Uday explains what it takes to get a team ready to take on a tournament. If you have any questions feel free to reach out: grapplingwithfatherhoodpod@gmail.com

This week Uday and Blake talk about balancing (and sometimes failing at balancing) the many roles we inhabit: dads, husbands, providers, competitors and coaches. If you have any questions you'd like us to address please reach out to grapplingwithfatherpod@gmail.com Show Notes: TWIF (2:00): Uday talks Disneyland and traveling with the kids, Blake talks about the cognitive leaps in his toddler after 6 months. QOTW (21:23): How do you deal with the feeling of not being ready? TWIT (33:35): Uday talks about managing burnout, Blake talks about ramping up for a comp

This week, your hosts Craig Dalton and Randall Jacobs reconnect with the gravel cycling world and their personal lives, sharing insights and experiences from Sea Otter to UNBOUND. Dive into this episode and join the guys as they discuss the latest from Logos Components, Enduro Bearings, ENVE and a little bit of gravel beef. Links from Episode: Made Bike Show  Thesis Bike (Code: 'Community500')  Enduro Bearings Whitepaper  Support the Podcast Join The Ridership  Automated Transcription, please excuse the typos: [00:00:00]Craig Dalton: Hello, and welcome to the gravel ride podcast, where we go deep on the sport of gravel cycling through in-depth interviews with product designers, event organizers and athletes. Who are pioneering the sport I'm your host, Craig Dalton, a lifelong cyclist who discovered gravel cycling back in 2016 and made all the mistakes you don't need to make. I approach each episode as a beginner down, unlock all the knowledge you need to become a great gravel cyclist. This week, I'm going to be joined by my co-host Randall Jacobs for a long overdue catch up. And an episode of in the dirt. We're going to jump into, what's been going on in the world of gravel cycling and in our own lives. With that said here's Randall. [00:00:44]Craig Dalton (host): Hey Randall, how you doing? [00:00:46]Randall R. Jacobs: Doing well. Good to see you, Craig. It's been a bit since [00:00:48]Craig Dalton (host): I know I feel like we keep just not finding time to do these catch up calls, so we've got like months of stuff to cover, but I think we'll keep it brief cuz I know we're both pretty busy today. [00:01:01]Randall R. Jacobs: Yeah, and I'll, I'll take responsibility for Ave for not being so available. Um, I've been building largely just like rebuilding a house. Uh, so that's, uh, a pretty big undertaking and, uh, having to learn building science and all these things myself along the way to make sure it's done right. So, uh, very joyful task, but also hasn't left a lot of bandwidth. [00:01:24]Craig Dalton (host): And for anybody catching the video, we're looking in the backdrop at some of Randall's cabin in Kingston, New York. [00:01:33]Randall R. Jacobs: Yeah, gutted the upstairs so that I could move into it while I renovate the rest of it. So definitely a labor of love, but uh, also very, uh, very all encompassing. [00:01:44]Craig Dalton (host): Nice. Well, it's exciting. I can't wait to be sort of part of the journey in the background as I see your property evolve, and I know how committed you are to that community. [00:01:53]Randall R. Jacobs: We'll have to have you out to ride, uh, once it's a little bit further along. I know that you sometimes make trips to New York and, uh, the riding here in the Kingston area and the broader Hudson Valley is, uh, fantastic. In fact, I did a ride last night with some folks, uh, along the Walkhill, uh, bike path up to the area around the Mohawk Preserve. It was a night ride. And we were up there, uh, on this big, uh, hilltop meadow at about 11 o'clock for the full moon, and it was absolutely fantastic. Riding the dark is delightful and just the area is beautiful. [00:02:28]Craig Dalton (host): Yeah. Writing in general sounds delightful and I have to be honest, it hasn't been something that I've been doing a ton of. Unfortunately, I've had, I feel like a string of. Setbacks this year. It's just been one of those years that as much as I've been eager to ride my bike, timing health and a bunch of other things haven't allowed me to do so. So I feel sort of a little bit anxious about where I'm at just cause I wanna be riding more. But uh, also trying to just give myself the grace to know that, you know, it's just not in the cards at the moment and it'll come back around for me. [00:03:04]Randall R. Jacobs: Well, I, I also have to confess on my end, this was this ride I just mentioned, with the exception of having taken my niece and nephews out a couple of times on several milers was my first real ride of the year. Uh, I've been so swept up in other things. Plus I had had, you know, some, some issues with like, pain in my hands and feet and so on that I had been dealing with it. I just hadn't been riding at all. And, uh, There's an ebb and flow in the relationship with the bike. That is okay, even if you have a podcast and have, have built a company in the industry and so on. Um, [00:03:38]Craig Dalton (host): was just gonna announce if we, [00:03:40]Randall R. Jacobs: the right thing. [00:03:41]Craig Dalton (host): I was just gonna ask if we fully discredited this podcast in the first five minutes. [00:03:47]Randall R. Jacobs: I mean, the, the, the bike for me was always a jumping off point and or an excuse for having interesting conversations about other topics. Anyone who's, uh, You know, enjoyed any of the episodes I've done has found that like, even if say we're nerding about bicycle technology, it's actually just a conversation about technology and entrepreneurship. Or if we're talking about sports psychology, it's actually just a conversation about the human experience. So I think, I think we are credible amongst the types of people who gravitate to this particular, uh, corner of the cycling media landscape, I suppose. [00:04:23]Craig Dalton (host): Fair enough. We did, however, in April visit the spectacle of all spectacles called Sea Otter, where we got to hang face-to-face at least for a day. I just did a day trip down there. But I know you spent the entire weekend down there. Any sort of thoughts from what you saw that will inform the listener for the year as the new trends or anything going on? [00:04:46]Randall R. Jacobs: Honestly, I didn't see a lot that excited me. Um, and you know, looking at the press coverage, none of, you know, there wasn't much out there that was found by others either. Um, the, we've talked about, you know, Sam's release of their transmission. So, um, there were a lot of conversations in the background about the implications of that for competition within the bike industry, both with, you know, people in the media and. At brands, uh, component brands and, and bike brands and so on. But otherwise, I mean, it was a great festival. The, the vibe was great. It was, uh, very well attended. Uh, lots of racers, lots of activities, lots of people out and about. Uh, so as far as that is concerned, it was a big success. But nothing major from a technology standpoint that I found or a trend standpoint. [00:05:36]Craig Dalton (host): Yeah. I wonder if someone who's sort of better at the history of the cycling industry than I would sort of point to other, other sort of moments in time, whether it's been with mountain biking or other sectors of the sport where you just sort of plateau, where you've, you've sort of, you've got to a point where a lot of the best ideas have been flushed out. Because I feel like if you're coming in to build a bike today, and I'll point to my episode with Envy, with their MOG gravel bike, it's just straight down the center. Like you can't point out anything wrong with that bike. It's gonna do everything great. It's got all the sort of modern, um, tire clearance features that we've been talking about for years, and now there's just sort this sort of. Mainline point where you can enter the, the, the, the bike gravel bike market and produce something that's really gonna do the job. [00:06:30]Randall R. Jacobs: If anything, I think that the, the trends that would, that was clearly in play is that gravel is now very mature. And you know, our first conversation when I was a guest on this podcast, It was, you know, I, I recall mentioning like gravel bikes are essentially the all-purpose bikes that we should have been making for normal people all along. And, uh, that's kind of played itself out. You know, there's quite a few people who have one bike for nearly everything and it's their gravel bike, and there are lots of gravel rides or gravel races. Um, I, uh, Sam, uh, Sam Jackson, my colleague at, at, uh, thesis and Logos and I were volunteering for, uh, enduros, uh, media ride. And, uh, that was also a mix of road and gravel and people were on gravel bikes with, you know, even if they had oversized road tires on some of them, in some of the cases. Uh, so I think the trend towards having bikes that are more versatile is, is the big thing. And, and gravel is no longer insurgent. Gravel is very much central in the industry, and if anything, road is more peripheral. [00:07:35]Craig Dalton (host): Yeah, agreed. Like I look around Mill Valley on the weekends when I see packs and packs of riders riding on the road, and sometimes I do a double take because more often than not, I feel like half the kind of casual pelotons are gravel bikes with just narrower tires on them than they are road bikes these days, which. Obviously makes a ton of sense. From what, what we've been saying the last couple years on this podcast, you mentioned you were hanging out with the Enduro gang, and I know your wheels were being displayed at the booth. It sounds like after that conversation you had with their founder, Matt on the podcast last year, you've really developed a pretty deep relationship with that team. [00:08:14]Randall R. Jacobs: Yeah, so, you know, it's funny, like Matt and I had a delightful conversation that we've recorded and then we kept going for about an hour and a half after we finished recording. Just, uh, just nerding out about, uh, you know, different concepts that him and I have, have played with over the years. So, uh, I guess nothing that I can, I can reveal in a public forum, but that might bear some fruit in the future. Uh, and then sometime after I got, uh, a contact from, uh, Rick Sutton, who Rick Sutton for tho has been on the pod. Um, he, I think he was representing, uh, The handlebar company he was [00:08:52]Craig Dalton (host): Yeah. Coefficient. [00:08:53]Randall R. Jacobs: Yep. [00:08:54]Craig Dalton (host): The handlebar company. Yep. [00:08:55]Randall R. Jacobs: but Rick's also the founder of Sea Otter and, um, is now working with Enduro, helping with their, um, you know, marketing strategy and messaging and so on. And so he reached out and, uh, we, you know, set up a collaboration where, you know, we have a, a product that we think is based on this, kind of the same sorts of principles that. Particularly their XD 15 product is, is ceramic. Hybrid product is based on, which is having something that performs at a high level yes. But that is highly durable and serviceable. Uh, and so, so yeah, that's been a collaboration that has been an absolute delight. And um, you know, it's also been a joy to kind of work with that team. So spent a lot of time at Rick's house, uh, just outside of Sea Otter, uh, in Monterey, uh, uh, volunteering with the group rides and the other events that they were hosting there, uh, for their kind of, you know, media and press, uh, efforts and so on. [00:09:56]Craig Dalton (host): Nice. Nice. And so, I mean, are you using some of the products in your logos, components, wheels now? [00:10:03]Randall R. Jacobs: exclusively. And in fact, we've used them exclusively in our wheels from day one. Uh, so as soon as we started making our own hubs, we were doing Enduro bearings. Uh, so this is predates, uh, talking to Matt. I reached out to Matt because I liked his bearings, uh, and found out that actually he is a, a nerd, uh, a kindred spirit and his nerdy, [00:10:25]Craig Dalton (host): Yeah. [00:10:26]Randall R. Jacobs: uh, by the way, that is an episode. If any, if any listeners haven't heard it, that I'd strongly recommend, uh, Matt is a. Is really just a, uh, a he delights in the engineering, but also the history of the industry and so on, and so as a deep amount of knowledge about the evolution of the bicycle and where technology seen in bike have played roles in other industries, particularly around Barings. Interestingly, [00:10:50]Craig Dalton (host): Yeah, it was a super interesting episode and. Actually really cool to see Matt kind of get out there. I don't know whether it's the collaboration with Rick, but Enduro seems to be doing group rides. I know they did one up here in Marin out of Fairfax that I did. I was invited to one in Boulder, which sadly I could not attend, but just great to see Matt getting out there. As you said, he's been around the industry. The whole Enduro story is pretty interesting, and just the commitment to quality and the, the way they manufacture things, I think is worth knowing and worth listening to. And regardless of whether you buy their product or someone else's, I think if you're interested in, in the technology that goes behind Barings and what you should be thinking about, that's a great episode to get smart with. [00:11:35]Randall R. Jacobs: Yeah. Um, there's also, they released at Sea Otter a white paper, which, um, I, I will grab so that we can put it in the show notes. Definitely worth a read. And what I love, uh, again, about Matt and, and their approach is just very straight shooting. Like, this is how it is, this is how our products perform. Um, this is, you know, this product that we have will perform at this level, this other product and how it compares in the ecosystem. Ver uh, Compared to, you know, verifiable test results, uh, that have, you know, clearly spelled out protocols and so on, and. You know, as an example, you know, we talk about this in the episode, uh, ceramic bearings are not something that you should really be buying for the performance improvements. The, the difference in drag is pretty trivial in the grand scheme. Um, uh, that really the benefit when you have something like, uh, an XD 15 ceramic hybrid is that they last much longer. They're basically bombproof and they provide a lifetime warranty. So that's a, a different, a different thing. Uh, so just like sh selling, like promoting things on their merits as opposed to on some, some hype to get people to part with their funds. [00:12:47]Craig Dalton (host): Yeah, I think that's, you know, it's obviously an interesting journey for a lot of newer cyclists because it's easy to see and become aware of the things that have the hype around them. But I, I, I found, at least for my, myself and my own journey, sort of took a while as a mountain biker back in the day to just sort of go back to what works above and beyond anything else. I'm not gonna lie, like I had a bunch of no shade against Ringle from back in the day, but I had a bunch of purple anodized parts that I thought looked good. I don't think they were the best performing parts in the world. And eventually, you know, I just sort of went back to some stock stuff and and focused on things that would really improve the quality of my experience, like upgrading wheels, for example. [00:13:30]Randall R. Jacobs: Yeah. Well, and it's really hard to know, especially, especially as somebody who's just entering the sport, but honestly, even as someone who's been in the industry for some time, like it took me years to really get to the bottom of what was real and, and what was, you know, marketing Huey. Um, and that came through talking with the engineers behind it and like hearing from them, oh yeah, this is something that our marketers wanted us to do and we actually despise it. Um, or this is something the bean counters wanted us to do and we, and we wish we didn't have to. Um, but that's information that you only get if you're talking to say, like the head of QC at some large brand or, you know, the lead engineer or something like this. Uh, which is what we get to do here sometimes, which is great. [00:14:17]Craig Dalton (host): That said, if putting an anodized piece of part on your bike makes you happy, makes you smile, makes you ride more, more, go ahead and do it. I've certainly got my, my fair share of colorful parts on my new bike, so happy to, uh, happy to make people smile when I roll. Roll by. [00:14:34]Randall R. Jacobs: Oh yeah. I think, I think the moral there is not to is, is not to forego style. It's just to don't, don't compromise on the, uh, the fundamental function of the, of the components when adding that style elements. [00:14:47]Craig Dalton (host): Yeah. Yeah, exactly. Um, hey, I know you've been busy with Logos Wheels. Have you guys, I think you've added another wheel or two to the lineup. Am I correct in that? [00:14:59]Randall R. Jacobs: So we hinted, uh, uh, we, we hinted this in our newsletter. Uh, we'll have another one going out actually today as of the, this, uh, publication. Um, but we have three more that we're about to release. Uh, one is a, uh, an Arrow road model, uh, 50 deep, 21 internal, 30 external. A cross-country model, which is 28 internal, and then a, uh, Enduro, uh, an all Mountain Enduro version of our current, uh, Uday wheel, uh, which is a 31 internal. And all of those use the same kind of principles and components. Just, you know, broadening the line to, you know, hit, hit more the, uh, the sub niches for each, you know, product category. [00:15:45]Craig Dalton (host): Gotcha and all. Were those in DU bearings you mentioned earlier? [00:15:49]Randall R. Jacobs: All of those Enduro bearings. Uh, we are planning on releasing a, an XD 15 line later in the year. Uh, right now it's all their, um, uh, their, uh, stainless steel bearings. [00:16:01]Craig Dalton (host): Okay. Gotcha, gotcha. Well, we won't drill too much into those new wheels just simply cuz they're a little bit outside of the gravel market, but you've still got your 700 C gravel wheel and a six 50 B gravel wheel. [00:16:13]Randall R. Jacobs: Yes. And, uh, those have been doing really well and we've been building out our dealer program for that too, which has been a lot of fun. Actually, I, I plan on bringing on some dealers to talk about, you know, the nature of running a bike shop at some point. Cause it's just been a, an absolute delight to, to connect with local businesses. [00:16:30]Craig Dalton (host): Yeah, I mean I think that's just sort of, I think running a bike shop, there's never a dull moment. Right. I know. I think we were gathering from a lot of, a lot of partners in the industry at Sea Otter that there's just been a glut of inventory [00:16:45]Randall R. Jacobs: Mm-hmm. [00:16:46]Craig Dalton (host): market and that's kind of jamming a lot of, a lot of shops up in some interesting ways. [00:16:51]Randall R. Jacobs: Yeah. And for those curious, um, so I mean, we all saw the shortages that happened during covid, um, along with the boom and demand. Um, so in boom and quantity demanded. So shifting out the demand curve, um, and. As a consequence, a lot of shops essentially ordered whatever they could from wherever they could and, uh, including, you know, Ordering the same thing from multiple places. And these agreements, uh, were not agreements that could be canceled. These, these, uh, pos And so everything came, and everything came all at once at the end of last season, which is when it's. You know, when things are generally quieter at the shop. So this just this glut of inventory that's kind of working its way through the system. Um, and, you know, that's still ongoing for some shops. Uh, but for the most part, the shops I've been talking to have been able to, to, you know, navigate it. Uh, and are, are still, you know, doing just fine. [00:17:51]Craig Dalton (host): I feel like this might finally break the sort of product year introduction life cycle that's been starting to break, and maybe less so for components, but I think more so maybe for smaller frame builders and brands that can just kind of bring bikes into the world when it's an opportune time to have a conversation about them versus. These seasonal experiences we used to have in the bike industry. [00:18:15]Randall R. Jacobs: Well, and certainly, um, I mean, there have been complaints about model years on bicycles from shops for, you know, probably since, since there were bike shops and brands were doing this as a way of kind of, um, you know, planned obsolescence. And so it's, it hasn't been healthy for shops. You essentially have brands that will force feed a bunch of product and then immediately release the next thing in the middle of the season. Cuz they want, you know, cuz they're all competing with the other brands to release the new thing, uh, during the peak of the season. And it's just been pretty, um, Pretty harmful to these small businesses that have been essential to growing some of these larger brands. Uh, it's one of the reasons actually that I left, um, that I decided not to work, um, at a big brand because I, I really found the dealer agreements to be very pernicious and model years are very much part of that, um, you know, extractive relationship. [00:19:12]Craig Dalton (host): Yeah, yeah, yeah, for sure. So at, AT, and then at Thesis, you've still got, you're still working on, uh, you've still got full bike builds available right? [00:19:23]Randall R. Jacobs: Oh yeah. And in fact we, um, we just launched a summer special where it is, uh, $500 off of our OB one Access custom. And, um, for members of the community, uh, there is an additional $500, uh, just for community members, and that's using the Code Community 500. So if you're listening, uh, thank you for supporting this podcast and, uh, being along for the ride. And, uh, yeah, if you need a bike, reach out. [00:19:51]Craig Dalton (host): I need to widen my camera. I've got my, my OB one in the background right on the wall. [00:19:58]Randall R. Jacobs: Very cool. Oh, pinky. [00:19:59]Craig Dalton (host): Yeah, that's right. Speaking of the cool bikes, I got word about a new trade show up in Portland called Made This August, which sounds exciting. I think it in some ways it hearkens to the, the National Handmade Bicycle Show, but a little different vibe. A ton of cool frame builders are gonna be up there. And it's both, uh, sort of a media show as well as the consumer show. So if you're in the Pacific Northwest or you know, close to Portland or fancy a bike geek holiday, that seems like a really cool show. [00:20:34]Randall R. Jacobs: Yep, I'll be there. Sam will be there with me as well. Um, and we'll have a few, um, wheels on bikes and, uh, enduros gonna be there too. Uh, so we'll probably collaborate with them on some stuff. [00:20:46]Craig Dalton (host): Cool. [00:20:46]Randall R. Jacobs: but yeah, I'm really excited to see, um, more, well, there's, there's long, there's a long tradition of domestic, uh, custom bike making in the us. Um, but to really see how, um, particularly in metal, um, how more domestic fame fabrication can happen at scale. And so that'll, those will be some of the conversations that I'll be having while I'm [00:21:12]Craig Dalton (host): Nice. [00:21:13]Randall R. Jacobs: In addition to just seeing all the eye candy, [00:21:15]Craig Dalton (host): Yeah, I, I definitely miss going to nabs and just having that experience and it was always such a great opportunity for Frame Builders to kind of roll out something special or something unique that showed their creativity and, uh, yeah, just always got me jazzed about bikes. [00:21:33]Randall R. Jacobs: Well, and it's, it is the case that what happens at these custom bike shows influences what happens in the broader market. Um, it is no secret that the big brands are there looking at, you know, what the next trend is going to be. And in fact, there's a, a famous story about, uh, you know, Tom Richie's early mountain bike being brought over to Japan by, uh, the leader of another, uh, major brand, and that becoming a, uh, I think the stump jumper. [00:22:03]Craig Dalton (host): Yeah. Yeah, I remember hearing that story. The other cool one that's going on actually this month in June out in Ogden, Utah, is the Envy Groo. So it's a a ride slash kind of builder partner event. Similar kind of jam where it's just like amazing custom builders coming out. So that one's a favorite of mine because you get a great gravel ride combined with this fun bike show. And I hope, I don't know, but I hope at Maid they're gonna do some group rides or some other ways to engage the community. [00:22:36]Randall R. Jacobs: I suspect so. And if in fact I'll just come out and say like, if no one's doing it, then maybe we'll kick off something. Uh, cuz we got some friends in that area that could help create a route. And it would definitely be great to get some riding in the Pacific Northwest Riding is pretty fantastic. [00:22:51]Craig Dalton (host): Yeah, I think that's an amazing idea. You should go forward with that. [00:22:55]Randall R. Jacobs: Yeah. Yeah. All right. Um, I have, uh, given a hostage to Fortune, and I suppose I now have to create this groove ride. [00:23:04]Craig Dalton (host): What else is, what else are you seeing out there? [00:23:08]Randall R. Jacobs: Uh, so again, like I haven't seen a ton interesting that the, the main thing. Uh, so Camp Nolo has kind of been a distant third in terms of group sets in recent years with, uh, you know, the Swam Shao duopoly being quite dominant. Uh, but they just released a road focused, uh, wireless electronic group. Uh, so it, it does kind of, you know, this doesn't have a clutch, so it's definitely two by tight gearing roady focused. But it does beg the question, when are they gonna come out with a, an, you know, an ecar, like gravel focused one by version and will that have 13 speed and so [00:23:48]Craig Dalton (host): Yeah, you would think by next year or so, I, I've always heard that Ecar, gravel groupo is super well regarded and performs well. [00:23:56]Randall R. Jacobs: Yeah. Yeah, I hear great things about it. Um, the other interesting thing is, uh, in the article, I'll, I'll just quote, uh, quote the folks at bike rumor. Uh, they're talking about the fact that there are two different batteries used in the front derailer in the rear derailer. And, uh, uh, quote. An important note here is that both use different batteries and both have a different mechanism to secure the battery in place. This was apparently a direct workaround, str access patents. So I haven't explored the patents, uh, in this much detail, but if it is possible to patent the idea of a single battery being shared amongst multiple, Bicycle components. There's something wrong with our patent system. Uh, this isn't serving riders or, you know, competition, healthy competition or things like that. It's just supporting incumbents and, you know, it's anti-competitive. That's, I'd be interested to see what the specifics are there. [00:24:53]Craig Dalton (host): Yeah, that is interesting cuz there's no logical reason not to take advantage of having swappable batteries. It's just so useful in my in sh shram setup. [00:25:05]Randall R. Jacobs: This is, uh, I, I'm definitely of the opinion. Uh, the more I explore how our patent system works, that it is, it exists less to support, um, the small, independent inventor, uh, and more to keep incumbents incumbent. [00:25:25]Craig Dalton (host): It certainly has those [00:25:26]Randall R. Jacobs: bot Botton paid for. [00:25:27]Craig Dalton (host): It certainly has those tendencies. [00:25:30]Randall R. Jacobs: Yeah. Uh, what [00:25:33]Craig Dalton (host): Well, I haven't been, uh, riding a lot. I have been appreciating the gravel racing scene starting up for the year, and I'm always sort of bemused and enjoy kind of following some of these bigger events on social media. And obviously like just, just this past weekend Unbound happened and I think some of the bigger stories there were, you know, big Rainstorm came in. And mile 10 or 11, there was a huge mud bog hike, a bike section that lasted minutes and destroyed the hopes and dreams of many of an athlete. From what I understand, derailers getting clogged sounds like one of those days that choosing a one buy was a way better choice than a two buy for people's drive trains. [00:26:25]Randall R. Jacobs: That race is already just like a notorious supper fest, [00:26:29]Craig Dalton (host): Yeah, [00:26:30]Randall R. Jacobs: so, [00:26:31]Craig Dalton (host): someone made the point that, you know, they, they thought and were, were sort of saddened that all these athletes who had, you know, spent months and months and months preparing for a 200 mile event, many of them had their day destroyed by a mud bog 10 miles into the race. Whereas, you know, potentially maybe there was a reroute potential for the course that could have made it less of a suffer fest than it already was. [00:26:58]Randall R. Jacobs: You know, it, it, it, for me, it brings up granted taking, I've, I've never done this event, haven't part, haven't, uh, been to this event, uh, have, have nothing to say about this particular event. Um, but it, for me does reinforce the idea of like, the value of smaller local events. And, you know, taking precedent over some of these like, high profile types of events. Like you can find a, a 200 miler in New England. There's, there's, in fact a, a couple I think that go longer than that. Uh, it's just, it won't be the one that, um, will have shown up in the media a whole [00:27:35]Craig Dalton (host): Yeah, I mean the counterpoint to that, Randall, and I would say this kind of goes for like my Ironman triathlon experience. There is something magical about being part of the spectacle and I'm not, [00:27:47]Randall R. Jacobs: true, true, true. [00:27:49]Craig Dalton (host): Again, I haven't been out there, I haven't done it, but I've spoken to plenty of people who have, who espouse its virtues, and I, and I do. I would like to do it one day again, just to have that spectacle moment. I have a hard time getting my head around riding 200 miles, to be honest with you, and making that seem like it's gonna be a fun day for me. But I do appreciate it and I do acknowledge, like anybody who's, who's crossed that finish line, that is a. [00:28:15]Randall R. Jacobs: Yeah, that's, that's a huge accomplishment. [00:28:18]Craig Dalton (host): especially if you had an inclement weather year like this one sounded like it was with not only rain preceding it and, and obviously creating that mud bog, but I know for some of the athletes who were out there, you know, the 10 plus hours, the majority of them were caught in very, very heavy rain at one point in their day. [00:28:39]Randall R. Jacobs: Yeah, I'm recognizing there's a little bit of like, um, retired former PAC fodder, racer curmudgeons coming out me. So like I should be, uh, yeah, I, it's easy for me to say don't go to the, you know, prioritize smaller events when I got to participate in some big events and kind of get it out of my system too, [00:28:58]Craig Dalton (host): Yeah, there's something to be said for both. At the end of the day, there's no, no doubt it, no doubt about it. Speaking of your curmudgeonly, old racer days, I, I've got one that that may potentially rally you up. So this was the other one. People jokingly have the last couple years have talked about gravel beef, and inevitably like, and in any given year, someone's angry about something and I, I caught wind. Via a sort of shady post from Ian Boswell, a former professional road athlete after this gravel lo race where Canadian, Adam Rob ended up winning. And the shade was basically that, uh, Adam didn't work in the race. And, and for those of you who maybe aren't familiar with that terminology, by working it means rotating through, taking some of the wind, hitting the front of the race, setting the pace. Um, apparently he did none of that. Is that, I mean, is that fair racing in your mind? If you go back to your racing days? [00:29:58]Randall R. Jacobs: Yeah. Yeah, that's totally fair. I mean, granted, I I'm not as accomplished of a rider as, as Ian Boswell, um, by any means. Not even remotely close. I might have been, but, um, yeah, I, I mean it's, it's a race. And you know that now, as a racer, you need to keep in mind that you know, these other participants are people that you're gonna be racing with in the future. And so when you need a pull or something like that, you know, you might not get that support. But at the end of the day, um, at racing, at that elite level, it is highly competitive. And if that is a tactic that works, then others need to adjust their tactics accordingly. Um, It doesn't feel great, but at the same time, like it's not against the rules and that's what dictates what's okay in racing. [00:30:49]Craig Dalton (host): Yeah, it, it's been interesting sort of watching the scuttle bit on this, cuz I tend to agree with you. My, my first reaction, and I, I, I sort of stand by this, is, it's fair racing. And in fact, prior to in the runup to gravel Locos, a number of pros had commented that there was no technical feature, no climb. In that race that was likely to separate the strongest athletes and undoubtedly it was gonna be a, a pretty big lead group. With that said, it's pretty natural that some people are gonna try to conserve their energy. I think it's a, it's sort of in important it, tactically speaking, other athletes needed to take that on and try to sort of break them free, if you will, earlier in the race, if people are hanging on. [00:31:38]Randall R. Jacobs: Well, also, it, it al it sounds like maybe the chorus was more conducive to this type of strategy where a sprinter could preserve their energy as much as possible, and then ultimately it's a sprint that wins. I don't know if that was the case here, um, but it's just, uh, you know, whatever strategy gets you over the line first that's within the rules and is not, um, You know, is, is not unsportsmanlike. It, it makes me think of a example. Like, uh, you know, in, in the, in some of the grand tours and actually even in some amateur stage road stage races I've been involved in, you know, there'll be a consensus amongst the, the dominant riders in the field that it's time to pull over and pee [00:32:21]Craig Dalton (host): Yeah. [00:32:21]Randall R. Jacobs: and the whole group will pull over at once and pee. And if you're like sprinting off of that, I mean it, that would be pushing the limits for me in terms of that's a totally legal strategy, but that's also a pretty lousy one. Um, but what I'm hearing with this one doesn't, doesn't seem [00:32:41]Craig Dalton (host): And I, I think, I mean, if we go back to last year's gravel beef, it was all around s n n, not stopping at aid stations and like, you know, carrying water in a camelback or the like, which again seems like [00:32:53]Randall R. Jacobs: Oh, yeah. If, if you're carrying your own stuff, that's totally legit. Like that's a smart, like, I, I could imagine too, if I was racing these days and I was attending a really hot race, I'd have a camel back That wa, that I had frozen the night before said I was keeping my body cold. And that would be totally legitimate. And just because other people didn't think of it, doesn't mean it's [00:33:11]Craig Dalton (host): Yeah. Yeah, [00:33:12]Randall R. Jacobs: Um, so I, it's, but everyone has their lines, I [00:33:15]Craig Dalton (host): exactly. And I think what you, one point you brought up early on, which I think is, is so true, there's both what's legal and illegal in racing, but also the social dynamics of future races. And the likelihood that people are gonna help one another. And I mean, I, again, I feel a little bit bad for all the shade that that Adam's been catching. And I don't imagine anybody helping him bridge any gaps or working with him, which is, which is a shame and a little bit unfair. But again, people are gonna take offense to how people ride and they're gonna wanna work with people and not work with people. [00:33:51]Randall R. Jacobs: I don't know, man. Like, if, if that's, uh, a strategy that works and you know, there are other ride, like if you're, if there are other riders who are stronger and then you're able to come up with a, a more clever strategy, uh, that seems legit to me. [00:34:07]Craig Dalton (host): Yeah, [00:34:09]Randall R. Jacobs: Yeah. [00:34:10]Craig Dalton (host): my usual strategy is, is suck wheels and then get dropped. No one seems, no one seems to complain too much about that with me. That said, that said, I aspire to develop some sort of fitness on my bike this year, attend some events later in the year, and just kind of bring this year back together for me on the gravel bike. [00:34:35]Randall R. Jacobs: Well, I don't know about, uh, cycling fitness, but, um, if you're ever inclined to build fitness through carrying rocks and building materials and swinging a hammer, uh, I know somebody who, uh, would happily, uh, give you free training. [00:34:49]Craig Dalton (host): I love it, Randall. Well, my friend, good to connect with you again. Good to see the progress on the cabin. I can't wait to, uh, to see how it goes, and hopefully we'll hook up again this summer. [00:35:00]Randall R. Jacobs: Very good. Good to see you, my friend. [00:35:02]Craig Dalton (host): Take care. That's going to do it for this week's edition of in the dirt, from the gravel ride podcast. I hope you enjoyed catching up with Randall and myself this week. If you have topics you're interested in us covering whether it's interviewing other people in the industry or athletes, please reach out to us. You can do that via social media or via the ridership. That's www.theridership.com. 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