Podcasts about Walters

A true legend joins us on NATA Radio Row! We are honored to sit down with NATA Hall of Famer Dr. Rod Walters. With decades of experience across collegiate athletics, the NFL, MLB, and national sports safety consulting, Dr. Walters drops invaluable pearls on risk management, catastrophic injury prevention, emergency protocols, and the history of our profession. A huge thank you to our official NATA Radio Row sponsor, Pivot by TenCate (@pivot_by_tencate), for supplying our mobile studio setup!

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Brent Read, Dave Riccio and Charlie White are in, and the Bulldogs’ roster problems are under the spotlight. Ready believes the spine is not a championship-winning one, they’re missing Mahoney, and Gus Gould has lowballed Jacob Preston. The Tigers have lost eight matches in a row, but Ready is backing Benji to keep his job, plus we discuss Samuela Fainu’s worth. Who will replace Billy? We put the question out after Walters & Smith have withdrawn from the race. Plus, we look at Chammy’s dig at Gould and Josh Papalii’s epic career and a few highlights from it as he announces his retirement. Check out Triple M NRL's Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and YouTube!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brent Read, Dave Riccio and Charlie White are in, and the Bulldogs’ roster problems are under the spotlight. Ready believes the spine is not a championship-winning one, they’re missing Mahoney, and Gus Gould has lowballed Jacob Preston. The Tigers have lost eight matches in a row, but Ready is backing Benji to keep his job, plus we discuss Samuela Fainu’s worth. Who will replace Billy? We put the question out after Walters & Smith have withdrawn from the race. Plus, we look at Chammy’s dig at Gould and Josh Papalii’s epic career and a few highlights from it as he announces his retirement. Check out Triple M NRL's Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and YouTube!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Voormalige ombudsman John Walters sê die voortdurende versuim om gevangenes betyds van volledige maaltye te voorsien, is 'n herhaalde menseregteskending wat die regering jare gelede belowe het om op te los. In reaksie op onlangse klagtes van gevangenes en bevindinge van die Ombudsman se Kantoor, het Walters bevestig dat vorige amptelike ondersoeke bewys het dat hierdie oortredings plaasvind, maar owerhede bly kwesbare gevangenes in die steek laat. Hy praat met Kosmos 94.1 Nuus:

By Doug Green “It certainly eliminates the speed bump.” That is how James Walters, VP Strategic Vendors and Alliances at Exclusive Networks, describes the impact of the company's appointment as a Fortinet Global Distributor. In this TR Podcast, Walters explains that the new designation builds on a relationship with Fortinet spanning more than 25 years, while giving Exclusive Networks a framework to better support partners and customers pursuing cross-border and multinational opportunities. At the center of the new model is a global deal desk designed to centralize multinational transactions. Walters says Exclusive Networks can help coordinate requirements that previously had to be handled market by market, including payments, tax alignment, support documentation and support-of-record issues. The result, he says, should be fewer administrative requirements, faster sales cycles and improved revenue recognition for partners and their customers. Under previous arrangements, multinational deals often required partners to work through local teams and local processes, creating inconsistencies in technical support, deal structure and transaction velocity. The new framework is intended to remove those friction points while preserving Fortinet's partner protections. It is aimed at global systems integrators and large international partners, but Walters says regional resellers with customers expanding internationally should also engage Exclusive Networks. The opportunity also extends to enterprise customers and MSPs. Enterprises operating across multiple countries can use the model to accelerate Fortinet deployments and strengthen security posture across locations. MSPs, meanwhile, can use Exclusive Networks' global go-to-market support to expand Fortinet technology across multinational customer environments, with support spanning pre-sales, point of sale, implementation and lifecycle management. Walters describes the designation as a natural next step in an already strong Fortinet relationship. His message to partners is straightforward: whether they are global integrators, MSPs or regional resellers beginning to follow customers into new markets, Exclusive Networks now has a broader global structure to help them take Fortinet solutions across borders with less friction and more consistent support. Visit www.exclusive-networks.com Watch the TR Podcast to learn more.

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Like the episode? Let us know with a quick text!Jillian Walters went from Strongman competitor to trail ultrarunner in under three years — and she just turned 40.She shares how family 5Ks with her husband and kids turned into 50Ks on the trails, heat-training for her first eight-hour race, running in Luna sandals, the aid-station order that never changes (a cheese quesadilla and a little bit of Coke), faith and worship music in the hard miles, and the mantra that keeps her moving: "I am made in the image of a mighty God."Jillian Walters - https://www.facebook.com/jmgwaltersRaces MentionedCloudland Canyon (Run Bum)Rocket City MarathonCocodona 250Shout OutsSpeed for NeedRun BumSupport the showFor more details on Run Your Story happenings, visit https://runyourstory.com/For web development, app development, or tech services, visit https://gaillardts.com/Go Run Your Story and take a piece of this story with you! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news on upcoming episodes. Support us on Patreon!Can't wait to hear Your Run Story!! Thank you to all of our Patreon supporters!Kristen RatherMary TrufantSuzanne CristSuzanne ClarkDave McDonaldKarla McInnisJames ContrattoJordan DuBoseKeith & Cristy EvansSharonda ShulaMeredith NationsAllyson LameyChris StrayhornKaren SaldivarStefan ClaytonRachael McRaeScott ThornhillSkye GuyAndrew WilliamsKellie LandrumDownload our new app on Apple or Android!!!

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A respected Department of Defense contractor. A security clearance. A wife and children. And a secret life that finally caught up with him. This week, Chris confronts Ivan Walters, a 43-year-old government employee who drove to meet someone he believed was a 14-year-old boy for sex. But the sting uncovers far more than disturbing online chats—it reveals a man who had already been investigated for sending explicit images to a minor, undergone therapy, and still returned to the same dangerous behavior. As Walters tries to explain the unexplainable, Chris presses him on the devastating consequences of the choices he made, the family he betrayed, and the children he put at risk.  Sponsored by: Home Title Lock: Go to https://hometitlelock.com/chrishansen  and use promo code HANSEN to get a FREE title history report and a FREE TRIAL of their Triple Lock Protection! For details visit https://hometitlelock.com/warranty Smalls: Invest in your cat's health with Smalls' get 60% off your first order plus free shipping and free treats for life at https://Smalls.com/HANSEN  TruthFinder.com. To get the answers you're looking for about the new people in your life, and to discover information on potential predators, go to www.TruthFinder.com/predators Have A Seat merchandise at https://haveaseat.dashery.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When Canadian First World War soldier Pvt. Albert Detmold was killed by German shelling on Aug. 15, 1917, while digging communication trenches on the front lines in northern France, he could never have imagined that more than a century later, both a Chabad rabbi from Toronto and a Ukrainian Catholic priest from Saskatoon would preside over his formal military burial. Detmold's remains were discovered by construction workers in a field near the French city of Lens in the summer of 2020. They'd lain there for over 100 years, sharing the fate of many hundreds of his comrades who lost their lives in the Battle for Hill 70, after Vimy Ridge. While Detmold's name was later engraved on the Vimy Ridge Memorial as missing with no known grave, in late 2025, DNA testing and historical sleuthing allowed Canada's Department of National Defence to make a positive ID. Arrangements were soon put in place to mount a formal reburial ceremony on July 9, in France, Detmold's actual birth date. He was born into a prominent European Jewish family before coming to Canada, so inquiries were made about the possibility of having a Star of David engraved on Detmold's gravestone. But officials ultimately decided to bury him under a cross, as the soldier had enlisted as a Presbyterian. Detmold's great-niece, Liana Walters, of Tees, Alta., traveled to France to represent the family at the service, and told The CJN she “would have liked to have seen the Star of David on the tombstone as well.” On today's episode of The CJN's North Star podcast, host Ellin Bessner speaks with chaplain Maj. (Rabbi) Arnold Noteh Glogauer, of Thornhill, Ont., who recently returned from officiating at the burial, and with Walters, the great-niece, about their surprisingly emotional farewell for the long-lost soldier. Related stories Read how Canada's Department of National Defence Casualty Identification Program spent five years doing DNA testing and tracing Pvt. Detmold's relatives, in The CJN. Watch our interview with the three Canadian experts who made the positive identification, on The CJN's North Star podcast, on YouTube from April 2026. See the Canadian Armed Forces' brief video of Detmold's burial service. Credits Host and writer: Ellin Bessner ( info@thecjn.ca) Production team: Zachary Kauffman (senior producer), Izzie Helenchilde (producer and video editor), Michael Fraiman (executive producer), Alicia Richler (editorial director) Music: Bret Higgins Support our show Subscribe to The CJN newsletter https://thecjn.ca/north Watch our podcasts on YouTube Donate to The CJN (+ get a charitable tax receipt)

The guys from Dawgman.com - Kim Grinolds, Chris Fetters, and Scott Eklund - got together after a very busy day three of UW fall camp, one that saw the re-introduction of a familiar face along the Washington defensive line, and also the first time the Huskies took part in some competitive periods.The arrival of Ta'ita'i Uiagalelei to practice today was a most welcome one. The fifth-year defensive lineman is taking part because of the Colorado ruling allowing those players from 2022 that were grandfathered in to the five-for-five years of eligibility initially granted by the NCAA.While the NCAA is appealing the ruling from the Colorado court, it's assumed those eligible under that ruling would participate and play as long as they can until told otherwise. Uiagalelei still has a long ways to go in terms of getting up to speed because of all the time he missed preparing for the NFL Draft and life as a pro, but he already knows so much of what Ryan Walters and Jason Kaufusi expect that it shouldn't take him too long to get up to speed.When the competitive periods hit, it was clear which side of the ball was ready to go and which side is still feeling things out. Whether it was a stunning pick by freshman Jeron Jones in the corner of the end zone, a pick by another freshman - Ramzak Fruean - that he would have taken to the house, or just their play overall... the defense was heads and tails above the offense right now.With the exception of one receiver that came out and scored a couple touchdowns today in those same team periods. It's what we expected to see out of Christian Moss during spring ball before injury put him on the shelf. But he looks fully back and set to not just compete, but to win a starting job.At least one of the Dawgman guys thinks you can put the starting three receivers in ink; Dezmen Roebuck, Rashid Williams, and Christian Moss. They also discuss who the next three receiver would be after that.And Ryan Walters is going to have his hands full trying to figure out which linebackers he has to keep off the field. And could some of those linebackers end up actually working their way into some extra time in the slot just outside the box? One thing is for sure; with so many experienced players coming back, as well as athletic talent, Walters is going to have a lot of tough decisions to make moving forward.

In his first interview since declaring the ElizaOS token dead, Eliza Labs Founder Shaw Walters sits down with CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie to lay out what he says actually happened. He also makes a broader case for why crypto's casino culture is actively driving out the builders who could make the space matter and why he's still coding Eliza every day regardless. - Timecodes: 00:00 - Shaw Walters Joins CoinDesk 02:23 - “Why Do People Think I Owe Them Anything?" 06:35 - How AI16Z Started: A $75K Joke That Hit $2.6 Billion 10:49 - Does He Regret Launching the Token? 11:43 - Crypto “Needs to Die And…Be Restarted" 15:34 - On the Burwick Lawsuit: "It Was a Total Scam"18:36 - "The Casino Is Not the Industry" 20:40 - Why He's Still Building Eliza 24:00 - "Stay Away From All of This and Invest In Yourself" - This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie. This interview has been edited for clarity and focus.

In his first interview since declaring the ElizaOS token dead, Eliza Labs Founder Shaw Walters sits down with CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie to lay out what he says actually happened. He also makes a broader case for why crypto's casino culture is actively driving out the builders who could make the space matter and why he's still coding Eliza every day regardless. - Timecodes: 00:00 - Shaw Walters Joins CoinDesk 02:23 - “Why Do People Think I Owe Them Anything?" 06:35 - How AI16Z Started: A $75K Joke That Hit $2.6 Billion 10:49 - Does He Regret Launching the Token? 11:43 - Crypto “Needs to Die And…Be Restarted" 15:34 - On the Burwick Lawsuit: "It Was a Total Scam"18:36 - "The Casino Is Not the Industry" 20:40 - Why He's Still Building Eliza 24:00 - "Stay Away From All of This and Invest In Yourself" - This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie. This interview has been edited for clarity and focus.

Stacy and Curtis are joined by Bryan Walters to get his thoughts on what he’s seen at Seahawks training camp, how the team was portrayed on Hard Knocks, as well as his memories of training camp, they answer your questions about how the Seahawks can get back to a Super Bowl and Mike Macdoanld’s leadership in Four Down Territory, they hear Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh give yet another awkward answer in The Timeline, and they discuss the biggest hurdles the Mariners need to overcome in the final games of the season. 

In this episode, Dr. Karen Litzy and Dr. Tom Walters explore the current state of the physical therapy profession, weighing the challenges with the bright opportunities ahead. If you're a PT student, new graduate, or seasoned professional, this discussion offers valuable insights on navigating growth, risk-taking, and innovation.  Key Topics Covered:  The contrasting narratives about PT career prospects—debunking myths and highlighting opportunities Factors influencing PT career decisions, including debt, job satisfaction, and entrepreneurial ventures Strategies for students and new grads to create diverse career pathways beyond traditional settings How social media has transformed PT education, branding, and income streams over the past decade The importance of trust, clarity, and confidence in communication for professional success and patient care The influence of industry challenges such as insurance constraints and healthcare system limitations Practical advice for building a cash-based practice while managing burnout The potential for social media and content creation to elevate the entire PT field The role of patient education, telehealth, and hybrid models in future PT delivery  Timestamps:  00:00 - Introduction: Is the PT profession broken or full of opportunity? 02:21 - Dr. Walters' take on whether PT is a broken system or ripe for growth 04:35 - How social media has changed career possibilities for PTs 05:42 - Advice to students and new grads about seeking opportunities and taking risks 06:47 - Personal stories of career leaps and the importance of thinking beyond traditional roles 08:48 - Building trust and clarity through communication for confidence and success 10:45 - Overcoming fears related to further education and career shifts 11:29 - Reflecting on the time investment of education and professional growth 13:00 - How teaching and social media experience have contributed to Dr. Walters' success 15:23 - The importance of consistency and long-term effort in building a following 16:52 - The evolution of social media content from early days to now 18:38 - Opportunities outside insurance-based clinics and how to leverage clinical experience 20:28 - Guiding students in career planning and the value of entrepreneurial thinking 22:28 - Strategies for transitioning from employment to ownership through small steps 24:13 - Can PT influencers replicate a successful model? Is it achievable for most? 26:26 - Social media's impact on professional visibility and community growth 27:55 - How content creation can elevate the PT profession as a whole 29:35 - The balance between hands-on care and digital/remote PT services 31:09 - The importance of rapport and human connection in healing 32:18 - Possibility of hybrid models combining in-person and remote PT 34:01 - The potential of technology to supplement, but not replace, hands-on care 36:35 - Addressing platform technical issues during the episode 38:36 - Final thoughts on building the future of PT and embracing new opportunities 39:31 - Advice for prospective DPT students on exploring career paths early 41:35 - The importance of financial literacy and budgeting education in PT programs 43:28 - Personal stories about student debt and managing educational costs 44:11 - Trust, clarity, and confidence as pillars for PT success and patient relationships 47:09 - How authenticity and communication foster trust within and outside the PT profession 50:22 - Review of what should be emphasized in PT curricula to prepare future practitioners 52:39 - The impact of viral content and strategic content creation on career trajectory 54:59 - Is the healthcare system broken or an opportunity? Dr. Walters' nuanced view 56:41 - Navigating personality types and finding the right work environment 56:55 - Practical tips for maintaining health, wealth, and intelligence in a PT career Final Takeaways:  The PT industry is both challenged and full of opportunity—proactive, strategic, and authentic efforts can help shape its future. Embracing digital tools, building trust, and diversifying skills are keys to long-term success. Continuous learning, honest communication, and openness to entrepreneurship are essential for growth in today's evolving landscape.  Thank you to Dr. Tom Walters for sharing his experience and insights. For more resources, courses, and his book, visit Rehab Science. Remember, your career trajectory depends on intentional choices, resilience, and innovative thinking—so take that leap! More About Dr. Walters Dr. Tom Walters is a board-certified orthopedic physical therapist who specializes in the treatment of pain and movement disorders. He is the founder of Rehab Science and has spent almost two decades teaching people about human movement, pain science, and how to effectively recover from injury. In addition to running his own clinical practice, Tom served as a full-time undergraduate kinesiology professor for eight years, teaching human biomechanics, therapeutic exercise, and pain science. He received his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Chapman University and completed a residency in orthopedic manual physical therapy and a fellowship in lower quarter functional biomechanics. Through his books, social media platforms, and the Rehab Science membership, Tom has helped millions of people better understand their bodies and take control of their recovery. Find more of Tom's content on Instagram and YouTube @rehabscience Resources from this Episode: Tom's Website: Rehab Science Tom on Instagram Tom on YouTube The Rehab Science Book Series The Rehab Science Membership   Jane Sponsorship Information: Book a one-on-one demo here Front Desk @ Jane Mention the code LITZY1MO for a free month   Follow Dr. Karen Litzy on Social Media: Karen's Twitter Karen's Instagram Karen's LinkedIn Subscribe to Healthy, Wealthy & Smart: YouTube Website Apple Podcast Spotify Stitcher iHeart Radio

In this episode, the former wide receiver shares his full outlook on the Seahawks and the NFL heading into the upcoming season. Bryan gives his honest assessment of the developing pass-catchers on the roster — including Tory Horton, Cody White, Ricky White, and Elijah Arroyo — and discusses the techniques and comfort level required when operating out of condensed splits. He also explains exactly what he looks for when scouting receivers and weighs in on whether Sam Darnold has another step up in him… or even potential greatness. Former Seahawk. Super Bowl champion. Straight talk on the team's future. Don't miss it. Link to my YouTube Channel. Live on Wed and Sunday, 5PM PST...https://www.youtube.com/@TheHawksNest12thman?sub_confirmation=1 Link to my Patreon....https://www.patreon.com/thehawksnest Twitter...@SeahawksNester Twitch...@TheSeahawksNest Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Are you a real estate agent struggling to scale without burning out? In this episode, Megan Walters reveals how she scaled her top-producing real estate team by hiring an admin first, escaping the micromanagement trap, and utilizing video marketing. Learn the exact systems you need to buy back your time today! Ready to leverage a skilled VA in your business? Hop on our schedule whenever you're free: https://bit.ly/3TxiD2U #BusinessGrowth #Entrepreneur #Leadership #BusinessSystems #CEO #BusinessOwner #ScalingBusiness #BusinessSuccess #Leverage

Dave and Lefko are joined by Bryan Walters to discuss what he’s seen at Seahawks Training Camp so far and the biggest position battles on the roster right now, they break down whether the Mariners are a better team than they were before the trade deadline after acquiring Taylor Ward, they react to the Mariners releasing Rob Refsnyder and Mitch Garver, and they discuss which players they are most excited to see on Hard Knocks. 

On 2A Tuesday, Mark Walters of Armed American Radio joins Marc Cox and Kim St. Onge to discuss the August 1 mass shooting at a Twin Falls, Idaho In-N-Out Burger. Walters highlights the heroic response of an armed citizen and an off-duty state trooper who returned fire, driving the shooter away from the crowd and preventing further casualties. The hosts call out mainstream media coverage for fixating on firearm restrictions rather than crediting trained citizens carrying defensive firearms, while emphasizing the election day stakes for Second Amendment rights across Missouri and nationwide. Hashtags: #2ATuesday #MarkWalters #SecondAmendment #ArmedCitizen #TwinFallsIdaho #GunRights

"We can assume what God wants and what other Christians want is some holier or wiser or just more put-together life than ours. But what we celebrate at this altar every single week is the thoroughly spent life of Jesus. The body and the blood of a life that even at that terrible extreme of human experience could still be blessed and used by God for the healing of this world. The body stripped of everything that still blesses, still heals."

Washington Watch Reporter Mary Stackhouse reports on news of a potential disarming of Hamas, President Trump's Camp David cabinet meetings, and calls from the President for Senate approval of Attorney General nominee Todd Blanche. Dr. David Wurmser,

In this episode of the Rehab Science Podcast, Dr. Tom Walters discusses one of the most common causes of neck pain that radiates into the shoulder and arm: cervical radiculopathy. Using a real patient case, Dr. Walters explains how recurring neck tension and intermittent arm tingling ultimately led to the diagnosis of a C5-C6 disc herniation with narrowing of the intervertebral foramen. More importantly, he discusses why MRI findings are only one piece of the diagnostic puzzle and why many people have disc bulges and herniations without experiencing any symptoms. You'll learn how cervical disc herniations can irritate nearby nerve roots, the anatomy and biomechanics of the cervical spine, and why a thorough history and physical examination are just as important as imaging when determining the source of a person's symptoms. The episode also covers evidence-based rehabilitation strategies, including cervical mobility, thoracic mobility, shoulder mobility, deep neck strengthening, and nerve mobilization exercises. Finally, Dr. Walters reviews common medical management options, including medications, epidural steroid injections, and when surgery may be appropriate. In This Episode What cervical radiculopathy is and why it develops A real patient case involving a C5-C6 disc herniation The anatomy and biomechanics of the cervical spine Why MRI findings don't always correlate with symptoms The difference between treating an MRI and treating the patient Evidence-based rehabilitation principles Medical management options, including medications, injections, and surgery When to seek further medical evaluation Key Takeaway A cervical disc bulge or herniation does not automatically explain your symptoms. Imaging should always be interpreted alongside your history, physical examination, and neurological findings. For many people, a comprehensive rehabilitation program focused on restoring mobility, strength, and nerve function can significantly reduce symptoms and improve quality of life. Resources YouTube Video Link Rehab Science Book Link Rehab Science App Link

On Tuesday, we welcomed Gary Walters, the longest serving usher at the White House, and Stewart McLaurin, President of White House Historical Association. They shared stories and history of the families who have lived in the People's Mansion over the last fifty years.

The guys from Dawgman.com - Kim Grinolds, Chris Fetters, and Scott Eklund - got together again to talk about what they expect to see on the defensive side of the ball when fall camp breaks for Washington on August 6.They already gave their thoughts on the offensive side of the ball, and now it's time to flip the field and talk about Ryan Walters and his guys, as well as Chris Petrilli and his group of specialists.Starting with Walters, how much of UW's eventual success will come down to coaching versus talent on hand? He took a defense at Illinois that was top-30 and turned it into a top-5 defense nationally in his second year. Going into his second year on Montlake, can he re-create that same ramp-up year over year?Moving to the defensive line, Kim, Chris, and Scott roll through all the players on the defensive side of the ball, what they were able to see of them during spring ball - if at all - and also the newcomers that they will be focusing on starting in a couple of weeks.There's at least 10 faces on the defensive side of the ball that were limited participants in spring through injury or weren't going to be available until the fall. That group includes former Mississippi State DL Kai McClendon, EDGEs Russell Davis II and Logan George, linebacker Taariq Al-Uqdah, safety Rahshawn Clark, and defensive back Rahsjon Duncan.The guys finish the pod talking about the Washington special teams, how they look moving on from departed PK Grady Gross, who will win the punting battle between Hunter Green and Luke Dunne, and also offer up their thoughts on UW's punt return and kick return options.

Mark Walters joins Marc Cox and Dan Buck for 2A Tuesday to break down the latest legal battles over assault weapons bans, including conflicting federal court rulings in New Jersey, Massachusetts, and Illinois. Walters discusses upcoming Supreme Court cases that could reshape gun laws nationwide, restrictions targeting Glocks and ammunition in blue states, and what could come next in the fight over Second Amendment rights.

Nicola Willis and Vanushi Walters joined Morning Report's Ingrid Hipkiss for the Weekly Political Panel to discuss paid parental leave, the Opportunity Party, and the Commonwealth Games.

Philip Walters (Anchorage, AK) shares the details of the Solo and Ensemble unit that he uses to create a diversified experience for students at different levels in his band program.Support the Show HereTo gain access to all show notes and audio files please Subscribe to the podcast and consider supporting the show on Patreon - using the button at the top of thegrowingbanddirector.comOur mission is to share practical  advice and explore topics that will help every band director, no matter your experience level, as well as music education students who are working to join us in the coming years.Connect with us with comments or ideasFollow the show:Podcast website : Thegrowingbanddirector.comOn Youtube The Growing Band Director Facebook-The Growing Band Director Podcast GroupInstagram @thegrowingbanddirectorTik Tok @thegrowingbanddirectorIf you like what you hear please:Leave a Five Star Review and Share us with another band director!

Welcome to another inspiring episode of Build a Better Agency! In this episode, Jeannie Walters breaks down the real distinction between customer experience and customer service, and why treating them as the same thing keeps agencies from measuring what actually drives retention and referrals. You'll learn how a concise CX mission statement becomes the judgment call every employee uses when things get messy, and why vague goals like "be the friendliest" never translate into real behavior change. If you've ever wondered why some brands earn fierce loyalty while others just get by, Walters explains the frameworks that separate the two. Walters and Drew dig into the CX Strategic Success Blueprint and the CX Charter, two tools for turning customer experience from a poster on the wall into a cross-functional discipline with real accountability. They also unpack the difference between manufactured "wow" moments and genuinely reducing friction, using real examples from a utility company, a car dealership, and the pet brand Chewy to show what actually earns trust. Whether you're trying to sharpen your own agency's client experience or help your clients think differently about theirs, this episode gives you a practical starting point. Tune in to learn how to turn customer experience into a real business strategy instead of just a nice sentiment! A big thank you to our podcast's presenting sponsor, White Label IQ. They're an amazing resource for agencies who want to outsource their design, dev, or PPC work at wholesale prices. Check out their special offer (10 free hours!) for podcast listeners here. What You Will Learn in This Episode: Learn the exact difference between customer experience and customer service, and why the distinction changes how agencies plan Discover why a concise CX mission statement matters more than a lengthy list of values nobody remembers Understand how to build a CX Strategic Success Blueprint that ties customer experience directly to revenue and expense goals Learn how a CX Charter creates cross functional accountability so customer experience isn't treated as "a marketing thing" Discover why reducing friction matters more than manufactured "wow" moments, and how to tell the difference Learn how customer journey mapping uncovers friction points your team can't see from inside the org chart Understand why agencies should weave customer experience into marketing and sales conversations, not just delivery Learn the two changes Walters recommends every agency make to their own client experience in the next 90 days Discover why tone matters as much as content in contracts, invoices, and other easy-to-overlook client touchpoints

In this inspiring episode of the Walk With Me Podcast, Dr. Gigi Sabbat sits down with Brigid Walters, a poet, woman of faith, and contributor to the upcoming collaborative poetry book, The Unfolding, which is being co-authored with Dr. Gigi Sabbat and fellow writers from Palm Coast, Florida, and around the world. The collection is scheduled for release in 2027. Brigid also participates in the monthly Women's Bible Study held at Good Vibes Nutrition in Palm Coast, Florida. During this conversation, she shares her journey of faith, sobriety, humility, and surrender, reflecting on how her relationship with God and the support of a Christ-centered community have shaped her life. Join us for an encouraging discussion about healing, hope, sisterhood in Christ, and discovering that God's timing is always perfect.

In this episode, Jesse Walters shares his journey from zero to over six million dollars in assets in just five years, highlighting strategies for scaling a real estate portfolio, managing contractors, and leveraging market opportunities in Missouri.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

In this episode of the Rehab Science Podcast, Dr. Tom Walters discusses patellar tendinopathy, also known as jumper's knee, one of the most common causes of pain just below the kneecap in active adults. Using a real patient case, Dr. Walters explains why patellar tendinopathy often develops after returning to sports like basketball or volleyball following a long break from explosive exercise. You'll learn how tendons adapt to load, why a sudden increase in jumping or running can exceed a tendon's current capacity, and why complete rest is rarely the best long-term solution. The episode also covers the anatomy and biomechanics of the patellar tendon, common symptoms, evidence-based rehabilitation principles, and how progressive strengthening can help you safely return to the activities you enjoy. In This Episode Why patellar tendinopathy develops A real patient story about returning to beach volleyball The anatomy and function of the patellar tendon The role of load management and tendon capacity Why complete rest often delays recovery Progressive loading principles for tendon rehabilitation Tips for safely returning to running, jumping, and sports Resources

The Mark Moses Show is joined by Tim Walters of the Florida Today to recap how Mark covered SEC Media Days the last couple of days in Tampa. Mark & Tim give their thoughts on how new Gators Head Coach Jon Sumrall did at the podium on Wednesday and their expectations for the 2026 Gators.  Mark broadcasts from The Law Offices of Anidjar & Levine Studios. #sports #football #gators #collegefootball 

Bump and Stacy are joined by Seahawks Broadcaster Bryan Walters to discuss what he’ll be looking out for at Seahawks Training Camp and his expectations for the offense in 2026, they give you their thoughts on the World Cup final and the Red Sox’s win streak in Headline Rewrites, and they bring you the biggest stories around the NFL, including what made the Khosla family’s offer for the Seahawks stand out among the other bids. 

Korey sits down with Bryan Walters, a Senior Associate at Daniel Rogers Landscape Architecture, to discuss Bryan's career journey from being a chef to becoming a landscape architect and his perspective on how landscape architects and arborists can better work together. For more on Bryan and Daniel Rogers Landscape Architecture you can visit their website at WWW.DRLA.DESIGN. If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Send your questions or topics you would like us to discuss to ⁠info@discoveringforestrypodcast.com⁠.Be sure to follow us on all your favorite social media platforms!Twitter/X: @DisForestryPodInstagram: @discovering_forestryFacebook: Discovering ForestryYouTube: @discoveringforestry6905LinkedIn: Discovering Forestry PodcastMusic credit:⁠ Cool Tools Music Video - "Timber"⁠   ⁠Muzaproduction “Sport Rock Logo 1”⁠Hosted by: Joe Aiken & Korey LofyProduced by: Nico Manganiello

Old Testament: Genesis 28:10-19a 10Jacob left Beer-sheba and went toward Haran. 11He came to a certain place and stayed there for the night, because the sun had set. Taking one of the stones of the place, he put it under his head and lay down in that place. 12And he dreamed that there was a ladder set up on the earth, the top of it reaching to heaven; and the angels of God were ascending and descending on it. 13And the Lord stood beside him and said, "I am the Lord, the God of Abraham your father and the God of Isaac; the land on which you lie I will give to you and to your offspring; 14and your offspring shall be like the dust of the earth, and you shall spread abroad to the west and to the east and to the north and to the south; and all the families of the earth shall be blessed in you and in your offspring. 15Know that I am with you and will keep you wherever you go, and will bring you back to this land; for I will not leave you until I have done what I have promised you." 16Then Jacob woke from his sleep and said, "Surely the Lord is in this place—and I did not know it!" 17And he was afraid, and said, "How awesome is this place! This is none other than the house of God, and this is the gate of heaven." 18So Jacob rose early in the morning, and he took the stone that he had put under his head and set it up for a pillar and poured oil on the top of it. 19He called that place Bethel. Psalm: Psalm 139:1-11, 22-23  1 Lord, you have searched me out and known me; *        you know my sitting down and my rising up;        you discern my thoughts from afar. 2 You trace my journeys and my resting-places *        and are acquainted with all my ways. 3 Indeed, there is not a word on my lips, *        but you, O Lord, know it altogether. 4 You press upon me behind and before *        and lay your hand upon me. 5 Such knowledge is too wonderful for me; *        it is so high that I cannot attain to it. 6 Where can I go then from your Spirit? *        where can I flee from your presence? 7 If I climb up to heaven, you are there; *        if I make the grave my bed, you are there also. 8 If I take the wings of the morning *        and dwell in the uttermost parts of the sea, 9 Even there your hand will lead me *        and your right hand hold me fast. 10 If I say, "Surely the darkness will cover me, *        and the light around me turn to night," 11 Darkness is not dark to you;    the night is as bright as the day; *        darkness and light to you are both alike. 22 Search me out, O God, and know my heart; *        try me and know my restless thoughts. 23 Look well whether there be any wickedness in me *        and lead me in the way that is everlasting. Epistle: Romans 8:12-25 12So then, brothers and sisters, we are debtors, not to the flesh, to live according to the flesh— 13for if you live according to the flesh, you will die; but if by the Spirit you put to death the deeds of the body, you will live. 14For all who are led by the Spirit of God are children of God. 15For you did not receive a spirit of slavery to fall back into fear, but you have received a spirit of adoption. When we cry, "Abba! Father!" 16it is that very Spirit bearing witness with our spirit that we are children of God, 17and if children, then heirs, heirs of God and joint heirs with Christ—if, in fact, we suffer with him so that we may also be glorified with him. 18I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worth comparing with the glory about to be revealed to us. 19For the creation waits with eager longing for the revealing of the children of God; 20for the creation was subjected to futility, not of its own will but by the will of the one who subjected it, in hope 21that the creation itself will be set free from its bondage to decay and will obtain the freedom of the glory of the children of God. 22We know that the whole creation has been groaning in labor pains until now; 23and not only the creation, but we ourselves, who have the first fruits of the Spirit, groan inwardly while we wait for adoption, the redemption of our bodies. 24For in hope we were saved. Now hope that is seen is not hope. For who hopes for what is seen? 25But if we hope for what we do not see, we wait for it with patience. Gospel: Matthew 13:24-30, 36-43 24He put before them another parable: "The kingdom of heaven may be compared to someone who sowed good seed in his field; 25but while everybody was asleep, an enemy came and sowed weeds among the wheat, and then went away. 26So when the plants came up and bore grain, then the weeds appeared as well. 27And the slaves of the householder came and said to him, 'Master, did you not sow good seed in your field? Where, then, did these weeds come from?' 28He answered, 'An enemy has done this.' The slaves said to him, 'Then do you want us to go and gather them?' 29But he replied, 'No; for in gathering the weeds you would uproot the wheat along with them. 30Let both of them grow together until the harvest; and at harvest time I will tell the reapers, Collect the weeds first and bind them in bundles to be burned, but gather the wheat into my barn.'" 36Then he left the crowds and went into the house. And his disciples approached him, saying, "Explain to us the parable of the weeds of the field." 37He answered, "The one who sows the good seed is the Son of Man; 38the field is the world, and the good seed are the children of the kingdom; the weeds are the children of the evil one, 39and the enemy who sowed them is the devil; the harvest is the end of the age, and the reapers are angels. 40Just as the weeds are collected and burned up with fire, so will it be at the end of the age.41The Son of Man will send his angels, and they will collect out of his kingdom all causes of sin and all evildoers, 42and they will throw them into the furnace of fire, where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth. 43Then the righteous will shine like the sun in the kingdom of their Father. Let anyone with ears listen!

On this week's episode Daniel, Sherman and Slothy talk about Jennifer Walters. This marvel commander stops spells happening on our turn and lets us pull off some really entertaining tricks to catch our opponents off guard ! What would you put in this deck ?Deck list herehttps://archidekt.com/decks/23216484/jennifer_walters_sensational_shehulkPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/Intothe99Go to house of cards for the best place to grab your singles! Use the promo code IT99 for a discount! Supports a great shop, saves you money and supports the show! https://houseofcards.ca/Check out Nerd Gear! They are a great place for playmats, commander trays, life counters and a bunch of other awesome MTG accessories! Use the link below or promo code "IT99" to get a discount at check outhttps://www.nerdgear.gg/intothe99If you want awesome audio equipment buy Rode ! Our affiliate link is below!https://brandstore.rode.com?sca_ref=6254570.6h6a2qaxNBWe have new merch! Make sure you check it out!teespring.com/stores/intothe99    Intro musicIntro Music by:Track: Hollow PurpleMusic from: Daniel RudeOutro music Music: www.purple-planet.com Support the show

The Mark Moses Show is joined by Tim Walters of The Florida Today to recap the epic comeback yesterday by Argentina against England and why Lionel Messi really is the greatest of all time.  Mark broadcasts from The Law Offices of Anidjar & Levine Studios. #messi #sports #worldcup #soccer 

Chandler Walters brings the energy to a new episode of TL's Road House! The GRAMMY-nominated singer-songwriter has been out on the road with Tracy this summer and recently stopped by the studio to fill us in on the whirlwind start to his career. Before he was sharing stages with some of country music's biggest names, Chandler grew up playing guitar in church and booking gigs at local bars in Marietta, Georgia. The multi-faceted artist looks back on teaching himself to play steel guitar, catching ERNEST's attention through social media and the songwriting opportunities that followed, including co-writing Post Malone's 5x Platinum No. 1 single “I Had Some Help.” Don't miss out on the fun as Tracy and Chandler bond over the days when they were barely scraping by, the value of genuine friendships in the industry and their shared passion for keeping country music real.

It's 2A Tuesday, and Armed American Radio's Mark Walters joins The Marc Cox Morning Show with a fired-up breakdown of the Seventh Circuit's latest ruling upholding Illinois' AR-15 ban — and why he's confident the Supreme Court will strike it down 6-3 once these cases finally reach them. Walters connects the dots between disarmament and tyranny, pointing to Zohran Mamdani's controversial New York City map that erased historic Italian, Irish, and Jewish neighborhoods, and warning that erasure always comes before encroachment. He draws a chilling parallel to Iran, where a disarmed population was left defenseless against takeover. Marc and Mark also revisit disgraced Florida Democrat Andrew Gillum's stunning fall from grace, and marvel at how the Left refuses to cut loose even its most radical, embarrassing candidates — from Graham Platner to Bernie Sanders' allies — while Republicans hold their own accountable. Freedom, self-defense, and hard truths — that's 2A Tuesday on The Marc Cox Morning Show. Coming up: Senator Eric Schmidt joins at the top of the hour. Hashtags: #MarcCoxMorningShow #2ATuesday #MarkWalters #SecondAmendment #AR15Ban #SeventhCircuit #SCOTUS #ZohranMamdani #NYC #GunRights #AndrewGillum #GrahamPlatner #BernieSanders #SelfDefense #Conservative #GOP #FaithFamilyFreedom

Episode 204: In Conversation with Grant Walters – Co-Author of "Decades: The Bee Gees in the 1980s" – Part 2 In this episode, Brian and Sarah continue their conversation with Grant Walters, co-author of the Decades series of books covering the career of the Bee Gees. The latest volume, Decades: The Bee Gees in the 1980s, has just been released in the UK, and it will be available to purchase in the US in September.  Part 2 of the discussion finds Grant, Brian, and Sarah talking about the solo work undertaken by Barry, Robin, and Maurice during the 1980s. Barry released a solo album, which was accompanied by a full-length film; Robin released three solo albums; and Maurice composed movie scores, produced an album for Swedish singer Carola, and worked with both his brothers on their solo projects.  In the second half of the decade, the Bee Gees returned to the studio as a group, recording and releasing the albums E.S.P. and One. In between these albums, they suffered the great loss of their youngest brother, Andy. As the 1980s come to a close, the Bee Gees find themselves enjoying a resurgence in their popularity, once again achieving worldwide success on the music charts. As mentioned in Part 1, Grant and Andrew are going on tour to support the new book, including an appearance at the Thame Museum in Thame, Oxfordshire, which is home to the Robin Gibb Gallery. The event is on September 5, and you can purchase tickets for both in-person and livestream attendance. To learn more, visit this link:  https://thamemuseum.org/join-us-for-a-very-special-evening For more information on all the books in the Decades series about The Bee Gees, as well as more information about Grant and Andrew's upcoming book tour, visit www.beegeesdecades.com Videos for songs discussed in this episode:  Barry Gibb - "Shine Shine" https://youtu.be/fhO3gcpWBBk?si=b5eA_4TG4wvCmclU  Robin Gibb - "Juliet" https://youtu.be/D3k3y7dykx0?si=GD60EgFKtclw30Zp  Robin Gibb- "Boys Do Fall in Love" https://youtu.be/D8WSSG3UzwU?si=goQT5Fx5Gux69L_a Bee Gees - "You Win Again" https://youtu.be/xviuC-0FwQ0?si=RhQMxPoEQlvRm6cb Bee Gees - "One" https://youtu.be/KRUeMgzOCCo?si=A75q6vm0e_2V3f5i  Read more at http://www.permanentrecordpodcast.com/ Visit us at https://www.facebook.com/permrecordpodcast Check out some pictures at https://www.instagram.com/permanentrecordpodcast/ You can also find us on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@permanentrecordpodcast Join the ever-growing crowd on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/permrecordpod.bsky.social Leave a voicemail for Brian & Sarah at (724) 490-8324 or https://www.speakpipe.com/PermRecordPod  - we're ready to believe you!

The Taos Hum is one of America's strangest unexplained sound mysteries: a low-frequency noise heard by only a small percentage of people, often described as a distant diesel engine, electrical drone, vibration, or pulsing hum with no visible source.In this episode of Terrifying & True, we investigate the mystery of the Taos Hum in northern New Mexico, where residents including Steve Walters, Bob and Catanya Saltzman, and K.C. Grams reported a persistent unexplained hum that disrupted sleep, concentration, balance, and daily life. Some heard it inside their homes. Some heard it outdoors. Some tried to escape it, only to wonder whether the sound had followed them.As reports spread, the Taos Hum became more than a local complaint. Congressman Bill Richardson pushed for answers, and investigators from the University of New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory, Sandia National Laboratories, the Air Force's Phillips Laboratory, and hearing researchers studied the phenomenon with microphones, antennas, magnetometers, geophones, low-frequency detectors, and public surveys.Was the Taos Hum caused by industrial noise, power lines, electromagnetic fields, military experiments, extremely low-frequency transmissions, secret government technology, rare hearing sensitivity, or low-frequency tinnitus? Or is the truth even stranger: that “the Hum” may not be one mystery at all, but several different sound and perception phenomena gathered under one unforgettable name?This episode explores the 1993 Taos Hum investigation, the science of low-frequency sound, tinnitus and auditory perception, government secrecy theories, New Mexico conspiracy fears, and why some mysteries remain terrifying even when the instruments record silence.We're telling that story tonight.

Fear is something we all face. Whether it's anxiety, insecurity, depression, uncertainty, or something else, the question is: What do you do with your fear? Do you try to ignore it, face it in your own strength, or bring it to Jesus? Looking at Psalm 56:3, "When I am afraid, I put my trust in you," we see why David knew could trust God. God saw him, knew him intimately, rescued him, and faithfully led every step of his life. Because of who he is, we can trust Jesus in the hard times, the waiting, and everything in between. No matter what, we can trust Jesus.

"Mighty Real: A history of LGBTQ music, 1969-2000" is the culmination of Barry Walters' forty years of writing for the Village Voice, Spin and Rolling Stone. The book tells the story of music by and for the LGBTQ community, and how that music has influenced the music industry. Walters, who came out in his own review of the Pet Shop Boys, will share personal stories and talk about his New York roots. Our guest: Barry Walters, author of "Mighty Real: A History of LGBTQ Music 1969-2000"---Connections is supported by listeners like you. Head to our donation page to become a WXXI member today, support the show, and help us close the gap created by the rescission of federal funding.---Connections airs every weekday from noon-2 p.m. Join the conversation with questions or comments by phone at 1-844-295-TALK (8255) or 585-263-9994, email, Facebook or Twitter. Connections is also livestreamed on the WXXI News YouTube channel each day. You can watch live or access previous episodes here.---Do you have a story that needs to be shared? Pitch your story to Connections.

My guest is Kurt Johnson Co-author of The Moon Tavern, A Culinary Love Story With Recipes. The Moon Tavern takes the reader on a romantic and culinary journey through the Islands of Croatia, where dark family secrets are revealed, quirky friends and relatives are found, and love is discovered.Vesna, or Ves, is a cookbook writer from Minneapolis who travels to the remote, exotic island of Lastovo off Croatia's Mediterranean coast to reconnect with her biological grandmother. She'd been adopted as a young child after her parents died in the Yugoslav Wars of the 1990s. Ves is also fleeing a frayed relationship with her live-in partner, Reed.In Lastovo, she meets Dinko, a single, handsome, and wealthy vineyard owner, and his cute daughter Mia. With his help with the translation, Ves discovers her biological family's history and the dark secrets of what happened during the war. Romance, travel, and cooking ensue. She ultimately learns what matters most to her: simplicity in life, closeness with family, and someone to share love with. And, of course, food!Stephanie [00:00:00]:Hello, everybody, and welcome to Dishing with Stephanie's Dish, the podcast where we talk to people in the food space and other spaces. All the spaces of all the fun things. Kurt is my spouse, Kurt Johnson, and also the co author of the Moon Tavern, a culinary romance with recipes. It is a fiction book that is available on your bookshelf now. Welcome to the podcast, Kurt.Kurt Johnson [00:00:22]:Hi, thanks for having me.Stephanie [00:00:24]:Thanks for having us. The idea that we should work on a book together. I am, as many of you listening know, a cookbook writer and my husband is a fiction writer. And somewhere along the way, we decided that maybe it would be good to collaborate together. Kurt, was it you or me that had the idea first? I think it was you.Kurt Johnson [00:00:42]:Yeah, probably. I was kind of done with my past book writing about Las Vegas and looking for something different. And we'd been traveling a lot, so going to Croatia, going to Italy, going out west, going to Turkey. So I wanted to incorporate travel with a novel, and I also wanted to incorporate food. And so I thought this would be a lot of fun. Since we're traveling together, we have those shared experiences and you have the food experience and the food writing experience. So I thought it'd be a fun collaboration. And I've always liked the idea of love stories.Kurt Johnson [00:01:18]:Even my thriller books in Las Vegas had kind of a love story element. And it adds a dimension to a novel that, I don't know, makes it cohesive, makes it pull together in an emotional arc that's kind of fulfilling in the end.Stephanie [00:01:33]:Do you think you're a romantic at heart, or what is it about romances that are fun to write for you?Kurt Johnson [00:01:39]:Maybe I'm a romance at heart. I may be more stoic than that, though. I just. I like the idea of seeing people get together, seeing people enjoy the same interests and finding people that can fall in love. Of course, that's always the fun part. The hard part is once you get married and move on from there and have to deal with kids and daily life and work and all the other things that go with living life. And that's not that much fun to write.Stephanie [00:02:07]:Yeah, exactly. We as a couple, I think I can speak for me and you maybe on this one. We've always had great experiences traveling. We are good traveling companions. We like the spirit of adventure. Did you know that Croatia would be the spot for the first fiction endeavor?Kurt Johnson [00:02:24]:Yeah, that was a given since we'd been there five times and four times running a sailboat and visiting the islands. And as you know, Stephanie, I'm just enamored with those islands, I think they're so beautiful. And there was one island we discovered out there, Lastovo, which is the furthest island out. So a lot of the sailors and tourists just never get there. They stay closer to shore. So, you know, going out there the first time, this beautiful bay of Zachlopedia, where, you know, it's a, it's a protective cove which is beautiful turquoise water. And then taking the dinghy in, and then you walk up this path, I think it's about a two mile hike. And then you go over this ridge and this 16th, 15th century town opens up.Kurt Johnson [00:03:10]:You know, at one point maybe it had 10,000 residents. And, and it, it, when we first saw it, I don't know, 10, 15 years ago, it was abandoned. So it was a ghost town of 15th century buildings and churches and apartments in this beautiful valley of lush green foliage. So that's very picturesque. We had an incredible meal there of just simple anchovies and blitfa. And for you, for you people out there that don't know, blitfa is ubiquitous in Croatia. And it's, it's just spring potatoes with Swiss chard, but it's served with everything.Stephanie [00:03:52]:It is served with everything. And they sometimes have spinach, sometimes have like another type of green, but it's sort of like the potatoes are cooked till they're pretty soft, and then it's kind of mashed in a little bit. So it's not fully a mashed potato and it's not fully a roasted potato. It's sort of a combination of both. But it is good.Kurt Johnson [00:04:12]:Yeah, so, yeah, that's so, you know, it seemed such an exotic place, the island of Lastovo in Croatia, that it was a natural to place it there.Stephanie [00:04:23]:Can you tell a little bit of just an introduction of the story, like what people will find when they crack open the book?Kurt Johnson [00:04:30]:Sure. It's about Vesna, who is. Has a breakup with her live in boyfriend, and they'd had a restaurant. She was a chef, a cookbook authority, and had a restaurant, not unlike my dear wife Stephanie. And she has a breakup and she leaves Minneapolis to go to Croatia to uncover her. Her heritage. She had been adopted from Croatia, specifically Dubrovnik, when her parents died in the Serb bombing of Dubrovnik in 1991. So she was adopted out of there and raised in Minnesota.Kurt Johnson [00:05:05]:So then she goes to Croatia and rediscovers her dark family secrets and meets Dinko Radek, who is a winery owner, and, you know, romance ensues. But she has a life still back in Minneapolis that she has to go back to and resolve.Stephanie [00:05:24]:When we talked about putting this first concept together, you know, I see the world through food. Like, literally everything in sort of my life is framed by a meal, an experience, just the way that I see the world. It's always around food, celebrations. And so did you know that that would work for this Croatia book? Because I didn't. When you first brought it up, I was like, I can't be a Croatian grandma here. And writing recipes about what at the time I perceived as, like, dumplings.Kurt Johnson [00:05:53]:Yeah, I wasn't sure either, frankly. You know, so each chapter, there's 25 chapters, and each chapter in it has a description of cooking. And it's all Croatia cooking, Croatia recipes. You know, all food we at over the years where we were there. And then the idea of tagging on recipes was just kind of bringing it home. Like, here's the Croatia experience. Now here's how Stephanie would bring that back to the real world, which is here in the United States.Stephanie [00:06:21]:We have talked about doing a series of books. What is it about this genre that you think lends itself to other titles and other characters?Kurt Johnson [00:06:29]:Well, you know, it's an adventure book on one level, and there's always new places to visit. So the next book is based in Panza, Italy, where we've been a couple times. And it's this beautiful island off the coast of Italy in the Mediterranean. And, you know, Italian food. You go to Italy and what you remember is the pizza in Naples or the. The pasta in Rome and. And the busteca up in the hills. So, you know, a way to experience a place is.Kurt Johnson [00:07:04]:Is through food. And I like writing about new settings. You know, it. It's not as interesting writing about Minnesota,Stephanie [00:07:11]:but you've written a lot about Las Vegas. You've had how many books about Las Vegas? Three.Kurt Johnson [00:07:16]:Yeah, three. You know, two of the. Of kind of a thriller in. Two thrillers in a series, and then a book about RVing that ends up in. In Las Vegas. And Las Vegas is a interesting place, and I lived there for five years running nightclubs and restaurants. And so two of the books are Underbelly of Las Vegas, which I was a part of in the nightclub scene back in the late 80s. So that's just flat out fun to write about.Kurt Johnson [00:07:39]:And Las Vegas is such a weirdo place that it's fun to bring that to life.Stephanie [00:07:45]:It's interesting to hear you talk about that. The way you choose your stories is about place, because the first book, the Barrens, that you wrote with our Daughter Ellie, inspired by her experiences as a canoe camper in the tundra. That's also based in Place, too. Place is sort of what starts you on these journeys. It seems like, yeah, you know something,Kurt Johnson [00:08:07]:you threw me a curveball because I never really thought about it. But you're exactly right.Stephanie [00:08:12]:All.Kurt Johnson [00:08:12]:All these books start off with a setting, with a place, and then, you know, the plots revolve around. Around that. And there's just so many. So many different. There's a finite number of, really, plots you can choose from. It's kind of like a piano keyboard has all the. The notes that you want to make up a. A music piece the same way with plot structures.Kurt Johnson [00:08:34]:And so to take it to the next level, you really have to search out characters, and the characters are in a setting, so those two are inexplicably, Inextricably. Inextricably linked. Yeah, exactly. So, you know, the two go hand in hand. So character and place really can set a novel apart.Stephanie [00:08:59]:Can you think of other books that you've written or. Excuse me. No, not that you've written, that you've read. Where Place sort of started you off on this adventure?Kurt Johnson [00:09:07]:Yeah, probably. I really love Beautiful Ruins.Stephanie [00:09:11]:Jess Walters.Kurt Johnson [00:09:13]:Walters, yeah. And that starts off in Italy, kind of near Cinque de Terre. And it's kind of the poor version of Cinque de Terre, where the tourists don't go. And it was such a fascinating story. And then they bring that all back to Hollywood in America, and it just works so well. But what really captures your imagination is the description of this little seaside community. Before the whole plot takes over, IStephanie [00:09:41]:kind of think about that book. The Embarrassment of Mangoes.Kurt Johnson [00:09:44]:Yeah.Stephanie [00:09:44]:When you and I first started sailing and going on these adventures, we read that book. It was about a couple that buys a boat and sails through the Caribbean, and she is discovering spices and fruits and vegetables and things that she's never eaten before. And I just loved that book. It was really what got me into sailing and thinking about how to make that our life and whether or not, you know, we could buy a boat and do that. And that boat really had a huge setting of place. Can you think of, like. I don't know. When I think of other books, there's very few books that I think about character first.Stephanie [00:10:19]:I usually always think about the place. Maybe that's just something.Kurt Johnson [00:10:22]:Or the plot, too. Yeah, they're all just linked together. And you don't think about. Well, you were saying you don't think about character as much.Stephanie [00:10:31]:Not really.Kurt Johnson [00:10:32]:Yeah, it's funny. I think, you know, the best books people say are character driven, but they're inexplicable. What's the word again?Stephanie [00:10:41]:Inextricably.Kurt Johnson [00:10:43]:Inextricably. Trouble with that. Linked. So, you know, you pick a place and you pick a plot and then you build these characters. The characters have to build around that plot and so they kind of naturally flow. And, and I, I think they, if they're well written and honest, you shouldn't think of them. You know, they're interesting characters and you'll say, you know, this is Rabbit and the Rabbit series. And you'll know, but you won't say, oh, that's just a great character.Kurt Johnson [00:11:10]:I, I, I don't know that I certainly, you know, I'm probably deep into it and I look at the craft a lot so I can see where somebody has really spent some time to develop an honest character or where, you know, the narrative voice comes through and, and a character comes to life through this first person narrative voice. So I see that a lot moreStephanie [00:11:30]:people have a real, like they can't believe you can write a book. Like the idea of the literal act of sitting down and writing and how that works. People fantasize about writing it, but then very few people do. What was it that got you over the hump from thinking about writing it to actually sitting down and doing it?Kurt Johnson [00:11:47]:Well, selling our business and all of a sudden being able to free up time. Because for me, novel writing and I think was it Chrisham talked about, you know, writing at 5 in the morning before he goes to work at 7. I just couldn't do that. You know, I just, I'm very focused on one thing and, and so I needed to free up my time from work in order to get going. And then it was, can you put together, you know, a thousand or fifteen hundred words every day so that it links up into a novel and have that, not only that, that discipline, but also have the creative juices to produce scenes almost every day because, you know, like a, a good novel is created from 50 scenes. So I went from, you know, writing a memoir that I probably won't publish just to see if I can get, you know, a thousand words every day and put this together to then writing Las Vegas turnaround. And there I, I, I really just copied a lot of plot structures that I saw that I liked. And so it was easier for me to set up main characters, set up tertiary characters, subplots, because I had a blueprint from somebody else.Kurt Johnson [00:12:56]:And then, and then once, you know, you Keep writing. You get muscle memory for it and it becomes more, more natural and actually more fun because it becomes more organic. You'll follow characters through a town and they'll meet somebody and all of a sudden that person becomes a character in their universe and they say something and all of a sudden that takes off and you have to follow it. Now, you know, the woman's gonna fall in love with a guy at the end. But getting there is the fun part. And now I can do that a lot more organically.Stephanie [00:13:27]:If you are talking to any aspiring novel writers, what kind of advice do you have for them to get started?Kurt Johnson [00:13:34]:Well, you know, you gotta lower your expectations just because publishing is so hard, you know.Stephanie [00:13:39]:Can you elaborate on that?Kurt Johnson [00:13:41]:Well, you know, there's maybe two or three or 400 agents, most of them in New York City and they're all trying to make a buck. And it's hard to make a buck off a debut writer. It helps if you're MFA and you're writing in a genre because, you know, let's say 70% of the books are read by women and 70% of those are romances. And then men, the other 30%, probably 80% of what they read are, you know, thrillers or mysteries. So if you can pick a genre, that always helps. But yeah, it, you have to be more thoughtful about it. And I think, I think so many first time writers, you know, once they get the discipline and put, put the, the words on a page, they write that first personal novel, you know, and I wrote my memoir and it's, it's really 90% of those, they, you know, people have the, they aspire for the great American novel and it's too personal, it's too close to home. They can't break out from the reality of their lives to have fun with the plot and make things happen.Kurt Johnson [00:14:45]:So a lot of times these books, nothing happens. They're deeply emotional books where nothing happens and they're, they're excruciatingly boring. So you gotta get past that phase and then you gotta look at it as a, as a craft. And, you know, a big chunk of it's art, of course, whatever you wanna call that, you know, shedding light on the human experience. But a big chunk is craft. And I don't think you can get to the craft for most people in that first book. So you gotta keep writing, you know, and realize that the first couple books may not get published. So, you know, the barons got published.Kurt Johnson [00:15:21]:That was one, two, that was my third, fourth book, you know, and the, and two, the, the first three, two of them were duds that will never be published.Stephanie [00:15:31]:Yeah. Yeah. All right, well, it's good to chat with you about the book. We are in the marketing process of the book. I feel like books come in three waves. One is the idea that you're thinking about it. The second, the actual writing of it. And then the third is actual the marketing of it.Stephanie [00:15:48]:What do you think's the hardest part?Kurt Johnson [00:15:49]:Well, I mean, it's. The hardest part's finding an agent and finding a publisher. Then if you self publish, the hardest part is marketing. And at least it is for me because writing is so natural and fun for me. But I think for most people, you know, the writing's a hard part. And, and you know, like the Minnesota writer o', Brien, he hates writing, so he forces himself. Tim o'. Brien.Kurt Johnson [00:16:12]:So he forces himself to get those books out there. So probably that's the hardest part for him.Stephanie [00:16:17]:We had, I had a cookbook, two cookbooks out and I had a publisher, but they didn't publish this book because it was a fiction book. I think some people just assume like, oh, well, they've already had books out, but we self published this book. Why did we make that decision from your standpoint?Kurt Johnson [00:16:33]:Well, we couldn't get an A list agent or a New York publisher. There's just not, it comes off as almost a debut book and it's hard for them to make any money. So if you can't get an A lister, then you're, you know, stuck with boutique publishing companies and others and, and they just don't support the marketing of your book. And I've self published books in the past, so I know how to do it. I know how to put a professional product out there. And, and we can, you know, both of us are marketers and, and Stephanie has a large platform, so we can do a lot of our own marketing or, or outsource it, you know, but still we retain most of the profits. So when we do the marketing, we can reinvested or keep those profits.Stephanie [00:17:17]:Yeah, I, when you say profits, it sounds like there's a lot there. I'd like to, I mean, I mean,Kurt Johnson [00:17:22]:maybe, maybe we broke it even at this point, but then now we're looking at a marketing PR firm that's going to set us back another $5,000. But you know, if, if these books succeed and somebody makes a lot of money, it's the, it's the third, you know, book that's going to put them over the top. It's not the first.Stephanie [00:17:40]:I have this idea too that we're going to write these books and then sooner or later someone's going to turn them into a T series because it's going to be like the White Lotus where each season is a different location and a different cast of characters, but sort of the general premise is sort of the same.Kurt Johnson [00:17:56]:I hope so. You know, I hope an A list agent comes along and, and frees us from our servitude or whatever. And, but, and yeah, you know, there's, there's plenty of stories of self published authors that, that get deals or even boutique. Boutique authors that get deals. So you know, we can dream.Stephanie [00:18:16]:One thing that I'd like the listener to hear is what their part is in this because we've. I was leaving the coffee shop today. We're in Ely. That is the vacation backgrounds. But.Kurt Johnson [00:18:25]:Right.Stephanie [00:18:25]:I was leaving the coffee shop today and a woman stopped me and said, Stephanie, I had the opportunity to read the Moon Tavern. It's so good. I loved it so much. And she's telling me about it and telling her friend. And I have that experience a lot where people have really, really enjoyed this book. And I just want the listener to know that leaving reviews on Goodreads or Amazon or Barnes and Noble or wherever you bought the book or if you can' find a book, asking for it at your local bookseller. Cause they can always order it when you're self published. The more buzz you can create about these books, the better chance that someone will hear about it, someone will buy it and eventually a publisher, if they hear about a book and they like it, then they may pick it up.Stephanie [00:19:03]:So I think if you like what you're reading and you want to see more of this type of work in the world and books that you like, that's something that you can do to help us out.Kurt Johnson [00:19:13]:Yes, a 5 on Amazon or top rating on any other Goodreads is good too. Yeah, it's, it's all, it's all good. So yes, those, those help a lot. Just because the more reviews you can get and the more five star reviews you get, the more people will pick up the book, the more buzz you'll get. So yeah, so it helps us immeasurably.Stephanie [00:19:35]:Another thing before we wrap up here, someone asked me about the Cover of the book. Do you want to talk about how you picked the artwork?Kurt Johnson [00:19:41]:Yeah, I was pretty much online Xee Reider, she's in St. Paul and she's a muralist mostly. And I really liked the look that she had. So I reached out to her, and she did the original artwork, and then each chapter ends with a recipe, and there's a pen and ink drawing, and she did those. And I really think that adds another level to the book. And I love a beautiful cover.Stephanie [00:20:10]:Yeah, the cover is really nice. She did a great job. All right, well, that is it for this episode of the podcast. Just want to chat with you and give people a little background. Thanks for being a guest. Stephanie Hansen's @StephaniesDish Newsletter is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit stephaniehansen.substack.com/subscribe

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Episode 202: In Conversation with Grant Walters – Co-Author of "Decades: The Bee Gees in the 1980s" – Part 1 A few years ago, Brian and Sarah had the privilege and pleasure to speak with Grant Walters, one of the authors of a fantastic series of books chronicling the careers of Barry, Robin, and Maurice Gibb—also known as the Bee Gees. The first two installments of the Decades series were written by Grant Walters, Andrew Môn Hughes, and Mark Crohan, and cover the 1960s and the 1970s. The newest edition of Decades is written by Grant Walter and Andrew Môn Hughes, and not surprisingly, covers the 1980s. It follows the format of the previous books, going chronologically through each year of the decade, detailing the various projects and events that were keeping the Gibb brothers busy.   Once again, Brian and Sarah had a fantastic time talking with Grant, getting the scoop on the creation of the book, and learning more about many of the topics covered in the book. This time, however, they talked so long, they needed to break the conversation up into two episodes.   This episode focuses on where the Bee Gees were career-wise at the start of the 1980s, and goes on to discuss the songwriting and production work they did for other artists such as Barbra Streisand, Dionne Warwick, Kenny Rogers, and Diana Ross. (Swedish artist Carola will be covered in Part 2.) There's also information on the promotional tour Grant and Andrew will be undertaking to support the new book, including an appearance at the Thame Museum in Thame, Oxfordshire, which is home to the Robin Gibb Gallery. The event is on September 5, and you can purchase tickets for both in-person and livestream attendance. To learn more, visit this link: https://thamemuseum.org/join-us-for-a-very-special-evening For more information on all the books in the Decades series about The Bee Gees, visit https://www.beegeesdecades.com  Videos for songs discussed in this episode: Barbra Streisand & Barry Gibb performing "Guilty" live in 1986: https://youtu.be/h27J_95OtQA?si=nHLb5fCXpK3epspD Dionne Warwick – "Heartbreaker" official video: https://youtu.be/9xHQsMYosao?si=h9iN1C-ESODraDfD Kenny Rogers & Dolly Parton performing "Islands in the Stream" live: https://youtu.be/NE7Z8_-rnb0?si=8W5qBTlbHnr_VOWF Diana Ross – "Eaten alive" official video: https://youtu.be/SjhRAZStS9M?si=EGVjqtnzLSN_QJXj Diana Ross – "Chain Reaction" official video: https://youtu.be/lspNn8ZBAsI?si=xRQxmS2q2L2TC8-m Diana Ross – "Experience" official video: https://youtu.be/LCuQjAlf1Z8?si=GZUffzeQQGyNbvc0 Visit us at https://www.facebook.com/permrecordpodcast  Check out some pictures at https://www.instagram.com/permanentrecordpodcast/  You can also find us on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@permanentrecordpodcast  Join the ever-growing crowd on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/permrecordpod.bsky.social  Leave a voicemail for Brian & Sarah at (724) 490-8324 or https://www.speakpipe.com/PermRecordPod  - we're ready to believe you!