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What does it take to build a franchise brand that puts people first and thrives for over thirty-five years?In today's episode, Paul Pickett, Chief Development Office of Wild Birds Unlimited (WBU), shares what has been key in making WBU successful over the last 35+ years.The first key to success is having a strong values-driven culture. Paul shares how his mantra of “How you do anything is how you do everything” has helped shape not only his leadership but the franchise's commitment to excellence, genuine feedback, and fostering a voice for every team member and customer. And Paul unpacks how WBU has maintained its strong people-first culture despite growing to over 360+ locations. Paul digs into his “How did we do” culture, transparency with feedback, and why being open to criticism (and actually doing something about it) is critical for long-term success.Paul's career with Wild Birds Unlimited has perfectly combined his love of birds, nature and people. Paul joined the WBU team as the first full time employee in 1989 shortly after graduating with his Master's Degree in Biology/Ornithology from the University of North Dakota.  He has over 35 years of experience in working with potential franchisees as they join the WBU team and manages all of the real estate and legal responsibilities for the WBU system.  Paul is a frequent speaker at franchising conferences and sits on the IFA's Convention Committee and Franchisor Forum.  Additionally, Paul is co-founder and Chair of the IFA Franchise Pride Leadership Council, serves on IFA Foundation's Board of Trustees and is a member of the IFA Foundation's Diversity Committee.  One of the highlights of his career was chairing the 2018 Franchise Update Leadership and Development conference. In 2020, Paul was honored to receive the IFA Women's Franchise Committee Crystal Compass Award for his significant contributions through leadership within the franchise community. Paul was recently awarded the 2023 Ronald E. Harrison Diversity Award, honoring his commitment to fostering equity, diversity and inclusion in our community.So, if you are looking for actionable insights on how to build lasting franchisee satisfaction, integrate feedback into your company DNA, and lead with both empathy and uncompromising ethics then this episode is for you!Connect with PaulLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-pickett-cfe-2b5b7711/Episode Highlights:Paul Pickett's early career and origins with Wild Birds UnlimitedThe growth of Wild Birds Unlimited from 28 to over 364 locationsImportance of Franchise Directory - https://www.sba.gov/document/support-sba-franchise-directoryFranchise Registry - https://www.franchiseregistry.com/Current SBA SOP - https://www.sba.gov/document/sop-50-10-lender-development-company-loan-programsConnect with Tracy Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracy-panase/ JBF LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/jbfsale JBF Franchise System - https://jbfsalefranchise.com/ Email: podcast@jbfsale.com Connect with Shannon Personal LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannonwilburn/ JBF LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/jbfsale

Join hosts Dr. Shawn Maloney and Dr. Bruno Fernandes on the BroadEYE Podcast as they sit down with Marc Workman, CEO of the World Blind Union. In this engaging episode, Marc shares insights into the WBU's mission to advocate for blind and partially sighted individuals globally, from influencing UN policies to empowering local organizations. Dive into discussions on accessibility, the transformative potential of AI, and the impact of the Marrakesh Treaty. Marc also opens up about his personal journey with retinitis pigmentosa and the challenges of global travel as a blind advocate. A must-listen for anyone interested in disability advocacy and inclusive technology!

Stephen Ormond, known as The Rock during his fighting career, knows all about The Rocky Road in boxing. A teenage elite champion who comes from a boxing dynasty, he's related to the legendary Spike McCormack on his mother's side, while his father and uncles were all champions in the ring as well, iconic fighting Dubliners all. He boxed as a pro for over a decade, with 33 fights in all, winning the WBO European, IBF inter-continental and WBU world titles, and was never, ever in a dull fight. Ormond was a well-schooled, aggressive boxer-puncher who shared the sparring ring with Conor McGregor but never once s***-talked another fighter to get to where he wanted to go. Ultimately, a world title shot passed him by, but he's determined to reach the holy grail, this time as a trainer. That's led to the opening of Stephen Ormond Boxing down at the Colosseum Gym in Kylemore, where we met for a chat about his ideas on what makes a successful pro, and a look back at his best night yet in boxing. We're also joined by his old mate Luke Keeler, a year on from his first appearance on the show, while there's also something of an exclusive towards the end of the episode as hype man supreme, cutman and uisce guru Mark Kennedy lends his thoughts on Ormond's potential as a coach, and irish-boxing.com's effervescent roving reporter Matt Meehan gives his take on the events of the day. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wayne Alexander is a former British, European and WBU world champion. He grew up in Croydon, England and would go on to have a very successful amateur career. He talks about the highs of those early days, winning national titles including the 1994 Senior ABA title. He also had the disappointment of missing out on the Commonwealth Games in 1994 which still hurts him 30 years on. Wayne turned professional in 1995 and would soon build up an unbeaten record before winning the British title in one of the fights of the year against Paul Samuel's. Wayne talks about stepping up at only 24 hours notice to challenge unsuccessfully for the WBO world title against undefeated Harry Simon in 2001. He would soon bounce back to defend his British title and add the European title a year later. Wayne would then go through a difficult spell when he would lose unexpectedly to Delroy Mellis in 2003 and would soon make a change in order to continue to win titles. In 2004 he would move stables to John Breen's Belfast gym and would face a massive domestic showdown with Takaloo for the WBU world title. Wayne would train like a man possessed and would go on to have one of the greatest knockout victories in British boxing history to claim the title. He also opens up about ending his pro career and how life has been since retirement. Wayne is a fighter that has certainly left his mark on the sport and will be remembered as a true warrior.

Former three-time world boxing champion, Dingaan Thobela, has died after battling illness. The legendary boxer from Chiawelo, fondly known as the "Rose of Soweto" was found dead in his flat in Mayfair, Johannesburg, on Monday. For more on the legend and his impact on South African boxing, Elvis Presslin spoke to another legend, all the way from Toekomsrus or better known as Toekies, the  former South African superlightweight champion. WBC international superlightweight champion and former WBU welterweight champion of the world.Jan Bergman and boxing trainer, Colin Nathan....

Eamonn Magee grew up in Ardoyne during the height of the troubles. He was the youngest of 4 boys who would all find their safe place in Sacred Heart ABC. Eamonn was a real talent as an amateur winning 10 Irish titles as well as multiple multi-nation gold medals. He also claimed a silver medal at the World junior championships in Puerto Rico, 1989. Eamonn talks about his disappointment at missing out on the Barcelona Olympics and how he began to go off the rails with drink. Eamonn talks about being shot in the leg by the IRA and how he would win his 2nd Irish senior title just weeks afterwards. We then discuss his professional career which included a Commonwealth title and 5 defences against quality fighters such as Shea Neary, Jon Thaxton and Paul Burke. He would go on to challenge for his first world title in Manchester back in 2002 against the rising star of British boxing, Ricky Hatton. He would be the first man to floor Hatton and push him all the way in a close decision defeat. Eamonn talks about bouncing back to achieve his dream when winning the WBU world title in Cardiff in 2003. Weeks later he would become the victim of an attack when he was beaten with baseball bats and would be left with horrific injuries and face over a year out of the ring. We also discuss the end of his boxing career, moving into coaching with John Breen and having great success during this time as a team. In recent years, there have been very dark times with the awful murder of his son, Eamonn Jr in 2015. His battles with addiction have also followed Eamonn throughout his life. Back in 2018 his book ‘The Lost Soul of Eamonn Magee' would become a huge success winning multiple awards. Eamonn talks about plans for a documentary and movie in the future. Hopefully there will be many more chapters to his story.

This is the second part of our conversation with Blake and Kristin Gray. In this episode, hear how God redeemed and restored their marriage, and what advice they would give to couples who are going through a difficult season.We'd love to hear your feedback! Please reach out to us if you have ideas for future shows or how we can make That Farm Life even better! Email us at aghealth@williamsbu.edu!That Farm Life is produced by Eagle Farms at Williams Baptist University. That Farm Life Podcast is also a resource of Agri Health Network. For more information and to find more resources, check out AgriHealth.net. Are you interested in graduating from college debt free? Check out the Williams Works program at WBU! For more information, call 870-759-4120 or email admissions@williamsbu.edu.

Tom Steigleman hosts today's showTom talks plays a brief clip of JP Morgan CEO Jamie Dimon talking about MAGA voters and Tom talks about scholarships being offered by the Alaska State Fair.  Find more information at www.AlaskaStateFair.org.Tom plays some interviews from his time at Mayor Bronson's city-wide job fair and has an interview with Don Ashely from Wayland Baptist University.  Find more information about Wayland Baptist University on their website at www.WBU.edu. Dalton calls in to share his views about Genesis and how God created the earth,Adam Holz from Plugged In calls in to talk about the movie I.S.S., Mabroshi, and the Book of Clarence.  Find more reviews at www.PluggedIn.com.Todd Smolden from the Governor's Office calls-in to talk about the failed veto override attempt and what else is on the Governor's agenda for the new session. 

This week, we are joined by Blake and Kristin Gray. On this two-part podcast, Blake and Kristin tell the story of how God has healed them individually and brought them into a beautiful marriage.Both Blake and Kristin have endured tremendous struggles, from divorce to substance abuse to the loss of loved ones.  Listen in to how God has worked through their brokenness to bring about something beautiful.We'd love to hear your feedback! Please reach out to us if you have ideas for future shows or how we can make That Farm Life even better! Email us at aghealth@williamsbu.edu!That Farm Life is produced by Eagle Farms at Williams Baptist University. That Farm Life Podcast is also a resource of Agri Health Network. For more information and to find more resources, check out AgriHealth.net. Are you interested in graduating from college debt free? Check out the Williams Works program at WBU! For more information, call 870-759-4120 or email admissions@williamsbu.edu.

In this episode, Stan is joined by Raney and Tyler Nutt. Raney and Tyler are a father-son duo who have been farming together for 10 years. Throughout the conversation, they discuss the joys of working together, and what farming has done for their family.We'd love to hear your feedback! Please reach out to us if you have ideas for future shows or how we can make That Farm Life even better! Email us at aghealth@williamsbu.edu!That Farm Life is produced by Eagle Farms at Williams Baptist University. That Farm Life Podcast is also a resource of Agri Health Network. For more information and to find more resources, check out AgriHealth.net. Are you interested in graduating from college debt free? Check out the Williams Works program at WBU! For more information, call 870-759-4120 or email admissions@williamsbu.edu.

In this episode, we cover the many title fights of Jim's professional career. From winning 4 Irish professional titles at 4 different weights, challenging for the WBU world title in a great fight against Takaloo in Belfast to winning the IBC version of the world title that was once held by the great, Sugar Ray Leonard. Jim also talks about helping Hollywood superstar, Matthew McConaughey prepare for a film role which included sparring him in Mountjoy Prison in front of the inmates. We also talk about how life is now without boxing and how the family name is being carried on by his daughter, Kaci's extremely successful amateur career.

This week, we are joined by Terry Smith. Terry is a farmer in Northeast Arkansas and an advocate for regenerative farming techniques.Terry and Stan talk about the ins and outs of regenerative farming, including its economic, agronomic, and operational benefits.We'd love to hear your feedback! Please reach out to us if you have ideas for future shows or how we can make That Farm Life even better! Email us at aghealth@williamsbu.edu!That Farm Life is produced by Eagle Farms at Williams Baptist University. That Farm Life Podcast is also a resource of Agri Health Network. For more information and to find more resources, check out AgriHealth.net. Are you interested in graduating from college debt free? Check out the Williams Works program at WBU! For more information, call 870-759-4120 or email admissions@williamsbu.edu.

Merry Christmas! Thanks for tuning in to 'That Farm Life.' On this very special episode, Dr. Stan Norman gives a devotional from the traditional Christmas story. We'd love to hear your feedback! Please reach out to us if you have ideas for future shows or how we can make That Farm Life even better! Email us at aghealth@williamsbu.edu!That Farm Life is produced by Eagle Farms at Williams Baptist University. That Farm Life Podcast is also a resource of Agri Health Network. For more information and to find more resources, check out AgriHealth.net. Are you interested in graduating from college debt free? Check out the Williams Works program at WBU! For more information, call 870-759-4120 or email admissions@williamsbu.edu.

This week, we are joined again by Stephen and Tracy Bell. For this episode, Stan and the Bells talk about goals to set for your family's health in the new year.If you like what you hear on 'That Farm Life' be sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram! We'd love to hear your feedback! Please reach out to us if you have ideas for future shows or how we can make That Farm Life even better! Email us at aghealth@williamsbu.edu!That Farm Life is produced by Eagle Farms at Williams Baptist University. That Farm Life Podcast is also a resource of Agri Health Network. For more information and to find more resources, check out AgriHealth.net. Are you interested in graduating from college debt free? Check out the Williams Works program at WBU! For more information, call 870-759-4120 or email admissions@williamsbu.edu.

This week, Stan is joined by Stephen and Tracy Bell. Stephen and Tracy both work in the Psychology department at Williams Baptist University, and have led marriage and family seminars all over the US.In this episode, we discuss how students who work during school have higher academic outcomes and can be more prepared to build culture and community after graduation.We'd love to hear your feedback! Please reach out to us if you have ideas for future shows or how we can make That Farm Life even better! Email us at aghealth@williamsbu.edu!That Farm Life is produced by Eagle Farms at Williams Baptist University. That Farm Life Podcast is also a resource of Agri Health Network. For more information and to find more resources, check out AgriHealth.net. Are you interested in graduating from college debt free? Check out the Williams Works program at WBU! For more information, call 870-759-4120 or email admissions@williamsbu.edu.

This week on 'That Farm Life', we are joined by Brad Flippo and Brett Cooper. Brad is the Farm Manager at Eagle Farms at Williams Baptist University, and Brett serves as the Dean of Work Education at WBU. Stan, Brad, and Brett discuss what it's been like to launch this creative endeavor, and how working with college students on a farm has it's unique challenges but so many blessings.We'd love to hear your feedback! Please reach out to us if you have ideas for future shows or how we can make That Farm Life even better! Email us at aghealth@williamsbu.edu!That Farm Life is produced by Eagle Farms at Williams Baptist University. That Farm Life Podcast is also a resource of Agri Health Network. For more information and to find more resources, check out AgriHealth.net. Are you interested in graduating from college debt free? Check out the Williams Works program at WBU! For more information, call 870-759-4120 or email admissions@williamsbu.edu.

In this week's episode, Stan interviews Cindy Emfinger. Cindy and her husband, Clint, oversee a small herd of cattle in Central Arkansas. In this episode, Cindy discusses the blessed responsibility of caring for a part of God's creation, the balance of working a full-time job and a part-time farm, and the family connection of agriculture. We'd love to hear your feedback! Please reach out to us if you have ideas for future shows or how we can make That Farm Life even better! Email us at aghealth@williamsbu.edu!That Farm Life is produced by Eagle Farms at Williams Baptist University. That Farm Life Podcast is also a resource of Agri Health Network. For more information and to find more resources, check out AgriHealth.net. Are you interested in graduating from college debt free? Check out the Williams Works program at WBU! For more information, call 870-759-4120 or email admissions@williamsbu.edu.

This week on 'That Farm Life', Stan interviews Dr. Bart Barber. Bart is the pastor of First Baptist Church Farmersville, Texas. Bart also serves as the President of the Southern Baptist Convention.In addition to his church and denominational duties, Bart is a member of the agricultural community. Bart's roots are deep in the agricultural community, being born and raised in Lake City, Arkansas, a farming community. While Bart grew up around traditional row-crop farming, he is now involved with livestock production.We'd love to hear your feedback! Please reach out to us if you have ideas for future shows or how we can make That Farm Life even better! Email us at aghealth@williamsbu.edu!That Farm Life is produced by Eagle Farms at Williams Baptist University. That Farm Life Podcast is also a resource of Agri Health Network. For more information and to find more resources, check out AgriHealth.net. Are you interested in graduating from college debt free? Check out the Williams Works program at WBU! For more information, call 870-759-4120 or email admissions@williamsbu.edu.

This week, Stan interviews Kelly Smith. Kelly serves as the Director of Commercial Marketing for the Red Angus Association of America. Formerly, Kelly served for a number of years in the cattle feed business.Stan and Kelly talk about the state of cattle farming today, Black Angus vs. Red Angus cattle, and why America needs cattle farmers.We'd love to hear your feedback! Please reach out to us if you have ideas for future shows or how we can make That Farm Life even better! Email us at aghealth@williamsbu.edu!That Farm Life is produced by Eagle Farms at Williams Baptist University. That Farm Life Podcast is also a resource of Agri Health Network. For more information and to find more resources, check out AgriHealth.net. Are you interested in graduating from college debt free? Check out the Williams Works program at WBU! For more information, call 870-759-4120 or email admissions@williamsbu.edu.

In this episode, Stan interviews Logan Duvall. Logan and his family operate the Me and McGee Market in North Little Rock, Arkansas. They discuss Logan's background, the market itself, and how his family endured through his son's battle with cancer.Logan has also started an initiative called Sowing Prosperity. Sowing Prosperity exists to display a holistic approach to anti-cancer, regenerative farming, and strengthening local communities. You can also check out Logan's podcast here. We'd love to hear your feedback! Please reach out to us if you have ideas for future shows or how we can make That Farm Life even better! Email us at aghealth@williamsbu.edu!That Farm Life is produced by Eagle Farms at Williams Baptist University. That Farm Life Podcast is also a resource of Agri Health Network. For more information and to find more resources, check out AgriHealth.net. Are you interested in graduating from college debt free? Check out the Williams Works program at WBU! For more information, call 870-759-4120 or email admissions@williamsbu.edu.

In this week's episode,  Stan sits down with Homer Lenderman. Homer is a former public school agri-education teacher, an Arkansas State Representative, and an all-around good guy.Stan and Homer talk about the importance of family, faith, and farming. Homer has seen a lot of transition and change in the agricultural world, and offers much wisdom for the next generation who might be interested in farming.We'd love to hear your feedback! Please reach out to us if you have ideas for future shows or how we can make That Farm Life even better! Email us at aghealth@williamsbu.edu!That Farm Life is produced by Eagle Farms at Williams Baptist University. That Farm Life Podcast is also a resource of Agri Health Network. For more information and to find more resources, check out AgriHealth.net. Are you interested in graduating from college debt free? Check out the Williams Works program at WBU! For more information, call 870-759-4120 or email admissions@williamsbu.edu.

This week on 'That Farm Life,' Stan continues his interview with T. J. Whitehead.  T. J. serves as the Chief Financial Officer of ARcare. ARcare exists to serve primarily rural contexts with affordable access to healthcare, including mental health services.T. J. and Stan discuss growing up on a farm and the pressures of living in and around the agricultural community. For more information about ARcare, visit here.This is the second of a two-part episode featuring T. J. Whitehead. To hear the rest of the interview, be sure to check out last week's episode!We'd love to hear your feedback! Please reach out to us if you have ideas for future shows or how we can make That Farm Life even better! Email us at aghealth@williamsbu.edu!That Farm Life is produced by Eagle Farms at Williams Baptist University. That Farm Life Podcast is also a resource of Agri Health Network. For more information and to find more resources, check out AgriHealth.net. Are you interested in graduating from college debt free? Check out the Williams Works program at WBU! For more information, call 870-759-4120 or email admissions@williamsbu.edu.

This week on 'That Farm Life,' Stan interviews T. J. Whitehead.  T. J. serves as the Chief Financial Officer of ARcare. ARcare exists to serve primarily rural contexts with affordable access to healthcare, including mental health services.T. J. and Stan discuss growing up on a farm and the pressures of living in and around the agricultural community. For more information about ARcare, visit here.We'd love to hear your feedback! Please reach out to us if you have ideas for future shows or how we can make That Farm Life even better! Email us at aghealth@williamsbu.edu!That Farm Life is produced by Eagle Farms at Williams Baptist University. That Farm Life Podcast is also a resource of Agri Health Network. For more information and to find more resources, check out AgriHealth.net. Are you interested in graduating from college debt free? Check out the Williams Works program at WBU! For more information, call 870-759-4120 or email admissions@williamsbu.edu.

This week, Stan interviews Ryan Vaughan. Ryan serves as the Chief Meteorologist for KAIT-8 in Jonesboro, Arkansas. Stan and Ryan discuss the impact weather has on farmers, from dust storms to rain.Ryan also discusses his role as a partner to those who are in the agriculture community, and how these partnerships can help everyone make the community better. Follow Ryan on Twitter here.We'd love to hear your feedback! Please reach out to us if you have ideas for future shows or how we can make That Farm Life even better! Email us at aghealth@williamsbu.edu!That Farm Life is produced by Eagle Farms at Williams Baptist University. That Farm Life Podcast is also a resource of Agri Health Network. For more information and to find more resources, check out AgriHealth.net. Are you interested in graduating from college debt free? Check out the Williams Works program at WBU! For more information, call 870-759-4120 or email admissions@williamsbu.edu.

This week, Stan sits down with Alex Cole, a senior at Williams Baptist University. Alex has worked at Eagle Farms for over three years now as a part of the Williams Works program at WBU.Alex grew up in a farming community helping his grandpa with his garden. In this episode, Stan and Alex talk about the importance of learning a strong work ethic and having a good education.We'd love to hear your feedback! Please reach out to us if you have ideas for future shows or how we can make That Farm Life even better! Email us at aghealth@williamsbu.edu!That Farm Life is produced by Eagle Farms at Williams Baptist University. That Farm Life Podcast is also a resource of Agri Health Network. For more information and to find more resources, check out AgriHealth.net. Are you interested in graduating from college debt free? Check out the Williams Works program at WBU! For more information, call 870-759-4120 or email admissions@williamsbu.edu.

Youth workers want to disciple teenagers into Christian maturity. Over time, we hope they move on from spiritual milk, towards spiritual meat. This is the vision of worldview formation - but what's that really look like and how do we disciple accordingly?   Discussion Includes:  What do you mean by worldview, and what are some pillars of a distinctively Christian worldview?  As the Director of Worldview Formation as WBU, what are some challenges you've encountered with college students?  What counsel do you have for youth ministers to help their students begin forming a Christian Worldview while in middle school and high school?  If you could choose two or three areas to really focus on as we disciple teenagers, what would you emphasize?  I don't think you'll need to persuade our listeners too much, but if you were talking with a parent who doesn't think their teenager needs doctrine or theology, how would you respond?  As we wrap up, is there a final word of encouragement or admonition you'd like to say to the youth workers listening?   Dr. Rhyne Putman is associate a Professor of Theology and Culture at NOBTS vice president of academic affairs and director of worldview formation at Williams Baptist University and associate professor of theology at New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. He is the author of When Doctrine Divides the People of God and The Method of Christian Theology: A Basic Introduction, In Defense of Doctrine.  Resources Recommended books: 10 Questions Every Teenager Should Ask (and answer), by Rebecca McLaughlin The True Story of the Whole World, by Michael Goheen Rhyne's books: The Method of Christian Theology When Doctrine Divides the People of God In Defense of Doctrine Follow Rhyne on Twitter: @rhyneputman Join YPT's Facebook group: @youththeologian (make sure you answer the membership questions) Follow YPT on Twitter: @youththeologian Follow YPT on Instagram: @youththeologian YPT has published an ebook that's a free download for subscribers! Youth Ministry is Theological Ministry captures the essence of Youth Pastor Theologian in one ten-chapter book, written by six different contributors from across America, Mexico, and the UK.

This week on 'That Farm Life,' Stan interviews Dr. John Anderson. John serves as Professor and Head of the Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness Department and Director of the Fryar Price Risk Management Center of Excellence at the University of Arkansas. John has over 20 years of experience in agricultural economics and has much wisdom to offer farmers during stressful seasons.We'd love to hear your feedback! Please reach out to us if you have ideas for future shows or how we can make That Farm Life even better! Email us at aghealth@williamsbu.edu!That Farm Life is produced by Eagle Farms at Williams Baptist University. That Farm Life Podcast is also a resource of Agri Health Network. For more information and to find more resources, check out AgriHealth.net. Are you interested in graduating from college debt free? Check out the Williams Works program at WBU! For more information, call 870-759-4120 or email admissions@williamsbu.edu.

In this episode of 'That Farm Life', Stan sits down with Dr. Aneita Cooper, Ph.D., LPC-S. Aneita is a Board Certified Professional Christian Counselor and serves as the Director of Counseling Services at Williams Baptist University.During the conversation, Aneita and Stan talk about practical mental health help for those in the agriculture community, such as the need for community, accountability, and healthy time boundaries.We'd love to hear your feedback! Please reach out to us if you have ideas for future shows or how we can make That Farm Life even better! Email us at aghealth@williamsbu.edu!That Farm Life is produced by Eagle Farms at Williams Baptist University. That Farm Life Podcast is also a resource of Agri Health Network. For more information and to find more resources, check out AgriHealth.net. Are you interested in graduating from college debt free? Check out the Williams Works program at WBU! For more information, call 870-759-4120 or email admissions@williamsbu.edu.

In this episode, Stan sits down with Ben Pittman. Ben is Senior Vice President and Director of Agrilending at Partners Bank, which is headquartered in Arkansas. Ben previously served for 20 years in the Marine Corps. Stan and Ben discuss the different financial challenges facing the agriculture community and share some practical advice for farmers who are struggling to get ahead financially.We'd love to hear your feedback! Please reach out to us if you have ideas for future shows or how we can make That Farm Life even better! Email us at aghealth@williamsbu.edu!That Farm Life is produced by Eagle Farms at Williams Baptist University. That Farm Life Podcast is also a resource of Agri Health Network. For more information and to find more resources, check out AgriHealth.net. Are you interested in graduating from college debt free? Check out the Williams Works program at WBU! For more information, call 870-759-4120 or email admissions@williamsbu.edu.

In episode 131, Stan Norman sits down with Stephen and Tracy Bell. Stephen and Tracy work as marriage and family therapists and have led marriage seminars all around the U.S. In the episode, we cover the importance of quantity time, setting an example for children, and the rewards and challenges of small-town life. We'd love to hear your feedback! Please reach out to us if you have ideas for future shows or how we can make That Farm Life even better! Email us at aghealth@williamsbu.edu!That Farm Life is produced by Eagle Farms at Williams Baptist University. That Farm Life Podcast is also a resource of Agri Health Network. For more information and to find more resources, check out AgriHealth.net. Are you interested in graduating from college debt free? Check out the Williams Works program at WBU! For more information, call 870-759-4120 or email admissions@williamsbu.edu.

In today's episode of That Farm Life, Stan Norman visits with Melinda Williams, a professor at Williams Baptist University. Melinda shares about her experience growing up on her grandfather's dairy farm in Northeast Arkansas and helping her daughter get started in showing cattle.Melinda and her husband, Warren, are leaders in the cattle-showing world in Arkansas and are helping to raise up a generation of students who are passionate about showing livestock. We'd love to hear your feedback! Please reach out to us if you have ideas for future shows or how we can make That Farm Life even better! Email us at aghealth@williamsbu.edu!That Farm Life is produced by Eagle Farms at Williams Baptist University. That Farm Life Podcast is also a resource of Agri Health Network. For more information and to find more resources, check out AgriHealth.net. Are you interested in graduating from college debt free? Check out the Williams Works program at WBU! For more information, call 870-759-4120 or email admissions@williamsbu.edu.

Ikram Kerwat is the current WBU & WBF World Champion & the WBC International Champion.She's back in Dubai working with Lucky Punch who's boxing classes are held at the worlds highest 360 degree infinity pool - Aura Skypool.https://luckypunch-boxing.com/dubai/.Born in Tunisia and living in Germany, Ikram is an inspiration.She spoke with Kitch and Neeil about her passion for boxing, the importance of gratitude and why your mindset is your biggest strength.It's not surprise she is a World Champion, listen to Ikram and you will be inspired to live a better life. Instagram: KitchInstagram: NeeilInstagram: TALK 100.3www.talk1003.ae/. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today's episode Archie  visits with Dr. Stan Norman, the president of Williams Baptist University. He shares about the agricultural and educational opportunities at Williams, including Eagle Farms.As the new primary sponsor of Agri Health Network and That Farm Life Podcast, Williams Baptist & Eagle Farms will help the podcast continue for many years. Dr. Stan will be taking over hosting duties, but the focus on helping those in agriculture deal with the stress and strain of farm life will stay the same. To find out more about Williams Baptist, head over to their website. For more information on attending the university, call 870-759-4101 and ask for Enrollment or the Admissions office.  We'd love to hear your feedback! Please reach out to us if you have ideas for future shows or how we can make That Farm Life even better! Email us at aghealth@williamsbu.edu!That Farm Life is produced by Eagle Farms at Williams Baptist University. That Farm Life Podcast is also a resource of Agri Health Network. For more information and to find more resources, check out AgriHealth.net. Are you interested in graduating from college debt free? Check out the Williams Works program at WBU! For more information, call 870-759-4120 or email admissions@williamsbu.edu.

With four generations working at the family implement business and on their farm, the Cox family understands stress and strains. In today's episode Archie talks with Blake Cox about dealing with stress in a positive way through exercise.  We'd love to hear your feedback! Please reach out to us if you have ideas for future shows or how we can make That Farm Life even better! Email us at aghealth@williamsbu.edu!That Farm Life is produced by Eagle Farms at Williams Baptist University. That Farm Life Podcast is also a resource of Agri Health Network. For more information and to find more resources, check out AgriHealth.net. Are you interested in graduating from college debt free? Check out the Williams Works program at WBU! For more information, call 870-759-4120 or email admissions@williamsbu.edu.

Trigger Warning: Today's episode includes themes of child abuse and neglect, including sexual abuse. If you have experienced similar trauma, we encourage you to also find help. Resources are available on our website at AgriHealth.net.In this episode, Blake and Juliana Bennett talk about how two people with completely different backgrounds can find healing through EMDR therapy. Blake is a 5th generation farmer, Juliana is a therapist and their powerful story of healing can encourage anyone.Please subscribe and give us a review. You can also email us at info@agrihealth.net with questions, comments, or ideas.  We'd love to hear your feedback! Please reach out to us if you have ideas for future shows or how we can make That Farm Life even better! Email us at aghealth@williamsbu.edu!That Farm Life is produced by Eagle Farms at Williams Baptist University. That Farm Life Podcast is also a resource of Agri Health Network. For more information and to find more resources, check out AgriHealth.net. Are you interested in graduating from college debt free? Check out the Williams Works program at WBU! For more information, call 870-759-4120 or email admissions@williamsbu.edu.

 “When you talk with God on a daily basis, He'll teach you how to cope with life's stresses, life's strains. And He'll help you – because the Scriptures also say: ‘Casting all of…our cares upon him because he cares for us.' He wants us to talk to him.”  - Dr. Connie Ware From her beginning as the only female in her high school FFA class to her role today as an Innovation Specialist for BASF, a love for agriculture and a love for the Lord define Dr. Connie Ware's life. Full of wisdom and practical insight, this episode is one you will want to share with others. This episode originally aired March 28, 2002. It was so good we wanted to share it again. We'd love to hear your feedback! Please reach out to us if you have ideas for future shows or how we can make That Farm Life even better! Email us at aghealth@williamsbu.edu!That Farm Life is produced by Eagle Farms at Williams Baptist University. That Farm Life Podcast is also a resource of Agri Health Network. For more information and to find more resources, check out AgriHealth.net. Are you interested in graduating from college debt free? Check out the Williams Works program at WBU! For more information, call 870-759-4120 or email admissions@williamsbu.edu.

In today's episode, Archie visits with therapist Dr. Kelley Lammers. She and her husband have worked to change the culture on their family farming operation. First, by referring to workers as teammates and trying to build a healthier work atmosphere. They also began a Monday morning meeting. At their meeting they cover more than the tasks for the week, they also listen to one another. Sharing difficulties and celebrating milestones, this meeting includes a focus on mental health and provides a safe space for everyone on their farm. You can reach Kelley by email at His6Lamms@yahoo.com or on Facebook by searching for Kelley Lammers.  We'd love to hear your feedback! Please reach out to us if you have ideas for future shows or how we can make That Farm Life even better! Email us at aghealth@williamsbu.edu!That Farm Life is produced by Eagle Farms at Williams Baptist University. That Farm Life Podcast is also a resource of Agri Health Network. For more information and to find more resources, check out AgriHealth.net. Are you interested in graduating from college debt free? Check out the Williams Works program at WBU! For more information, call 870-759-4120 or email admissions@williamsbu.edu.

Alex is a first generation tree man who went to WBU and got a degree in forrest mgmt. He wanted to do timber resource and took care of historic trees in Maryland until he opened his own tree company in 2017. Declan was doing plumbing and wanted to work outside and now climbs with Shy Tree.

Join Phil and Barry as they crack open a cold one and discuss what's in store for WBU listeners in this fourth season of What Bubbles Up! Drinks: Samuel Adams Boston Lager, Dogfish Head Craft Brewery Crimson Cru Red Ale --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/whatbubblesup/message

Summary: There are so many types of bird feeders on the market and you may be asking which one is best! Join Cheryl and Kiersten as they discuss the differences, pros, and cons of tube feeders and cylinder feeders.   For our hearing impaired listeners, a transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: Tube and Cylinder Feeders: www.wbu.com/mesa Background bird song:  Naturescapes Backyard Birds www.naturescapes.com   Our email address, please reach out with comments, questions, or suggestions: thefeathereddesert@gmail.com   Transcript Host Voice: Welcome to The Feathered Desert's What's That Bird? A three-minute glimpse into the birds we share this amazing desert landscape with.   Cylinder Feeders versus Tube Feeders Kiersten: Intro: Welcome to the Feathered Desert. Today we're talking bird feeders. There seems to be two camps in the backyard bird feeding world when it comes to preferences of feeders and that is cylinder feeders and tube feeders. Sometimes people prefer one or the other and sometimes people use both. So, we're going to talk about the differences today!   Cheryl: Let's start off talking about what each feeder actually is. The cylinder feeders hold seed cylinders that are cylindrical in shape, are made of various seed mixtures, and are held together with unflavored gelatin. At Wild Birds Unlimited store, you can find feeders that hold cylinders of three different sizes, the stackable that looks like a hockey puck, the small cylinder which looks like a pillar candle and is 1.75 pounds of seed, and the large cylinder that is four pounds of seed.               The tube feeder is what you use loose seeds in and those are the feeders with the clear tube and perches for the birds to sit on. There are typically two types of tube feeder. One will have larger ports for seed mixes with larger seeds such as sunflower seeds and peanuts. The other tube feeder is aimed at finches and will have a tiny port that allows only Nyjer seed to come through. You don't want to get these two mixed up because the seeds cannot fit through the port properly.   Kiersten: Okay now that we know what each feeder actually is, let's talk about each one in a bit more detail. I know when we are working at the WBU in Mesa we often get customers who ask which is better. The best answer for that is whichever fits easily into your lifestyle, but there are a few pros and cons to each type of feeder. Looking at cylinder feeders. Pros: Very easy to replace the food. No messy seed you are scooping. Just open the top of your feeder and plop a new cylinder inside. You can change up the type of seed mixture very easily. Just buy a new flavor of cylinder. No need to use up a 20 lbs bag of seed before you try something new. Less seeds fall on the ground to attract unwanted larger birds that will remain nameless. Seed cylinders can last longer than one full tube feeder. Sometimes, depending on which birds you are feeding. Most cylinder feeders are a grid design or open to give birds access to the food, so cleaning these feeders is much simpler than a tube feeder. Although you still need to make sure you are cleaning them. The gris design is also helpful for cutting back on larger birds getting to the food because only smaller birds are good at clinging. Not 100%. Cons: Buying cylinders can be more expensive than buying loose seed. The seed cylinder will dissolve in heavy or all-day rain. It may take the birds a little bit longer to try out this kind of feeder if they are not used to it, but once they know what it is they'll be all over it. Cheryl: Now let's look at the tube feeders. Pros: You can buy four different sizes at WBU stores and that lets you determine how much food you wish to give the birds access to at a time. You can mix your own seed blends if you like. If you don't like a pre-made seed blend you can custom make your own. The style is pretty universal so birds may be attracted to it a bit faster than a cylinder feeder. Although remember that any new feeder can take the birds a little while to use. More nuisance animal deterrent options available. The tube offers better protection against the rain. Cons: It is typically easier for larger birds to use the perches. Depending on how you feel about that you may not like this feeder as well. It can be a bit messier with the seed falling through the ports when a heavy wind blows or a large bird jostles the feeder. Birds can typically eat through the food faster because they don't have to work at getting the seed off of a cylinder of seed. Can be more difficult to clean, but you can use a bottle brush to get down the tube and into the port holes.   Kiersten: Those are some pros and cons to both cylinder feeders and tube feeders that will hopefully make choosing a style easier for you. When you go to your local Wild Birds Unlimited or bird feeding hobby store look at both styles and see which one you like. Ultimately, the best feeder is the one that fits into you lifestyle and is the easiest for you to clean.

Summary: In this episode we tackle some listener questions at the end of 2022.   For our hearing impaired listeners, a transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean.   Show Notes: Liberty Wildlife: https://libertywildlife.org Wild at Heart: https://wildatheartraptors.org Parrots as pets: https://naturalencounters.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/companion-parrots-final.pdf https://avalonaviary.com/is-a-parrot-right-for-you.aspx High Quality Bird Food: www.wbu.com/mesa   New Podcast: tenthingsilikeabout.podbean.com; or search Apple podcast and Spotify for Ten Things I Like About...   Background bird song:  Naturescapes Backyard Birds www.naturescapes.com   Our email address, please reach out with comments, questions, or suggestions: thefeathereddesert@gmail.com   Transcript Host Voice: Welcome to The Feathered Desert's What's That Bird? A three-minute glimpse into the birds we share this amazing desert landscape with.   Kiersten - Hello everyone! We thought we'd end the year with a listener questions episode. These are some questions we've heard several times from different listeners. We're going to jump in feet first with Cheryl and our first question.   Cheryl – Can I buy an owl as a pet here in Phoenix?               We know it sounds crazy but we have had more than one person ask us this. You cannot legally buy any bird protected under the Migratory Bird Act as a pet in the United States. That includes Barn Owls, Screech Owls, Great Horned Owls, or any other owls naturally found here in Arizona. It is a federal offensive to own the birds or house them in your home without proper permits from Arizona Game and Fish and the United States Fish and Wildlife Service. If you are seeing advertisements or have heard from people that it's legal, you are being misinformed. People who are trying to sell them to you are breaking the law and have most likely taken them out of the wild illegally, as well. Besides being illegal, it's also a great disservice to these beautiful animals to take them away from their homes.               Beyond this being illegal, we don't really know why someone wants an owl in their house as a pet. You have to feed them mice, baby chicks, and ground up horse meat to provide them a well balanced diet. If you do not, they can develop metabolic bone disease which makes their bones brittle and is a terrible way to slowly die. We know this is a harsh topic but we want to make it very clear why having an owl as a pet is a bad idea.               Remember these birds are also called raptors for a reason. They have large, sharp talons on their feet that they use to catch prey. Those don't stop being sharp or dangerous just because you decided to keep them as a pet.               There are so many other reasons why they make bad pets. Basically, we wanted to let you know that owls as pets are illegal and are an extremely bad idea, as well as unfair to the bird. If you see advertisements for owls for sale here in the Phoenix Valley, please report it to Arizona Game and Fish so they can get these birds back to where they need to be. If you are interested in working as a rehabilitator for owls you can help at organizations such as Liberty Wildlife and Wild at Heart and become a licensed rehabber. We will list contact information in our show notes.   Kiersten – Do the wild lovebirds found in the Phoenix Valley make good pets?               The answer to this is definitely no. Our resident lovebirds do descend from pet birds but they have lived in the wild for many generations and have re-wilded themselves. They are now wild birds that have no interest in living in our homes nor do they need our help to survive. They know just how to make it on their own out there in the desert. It is completely okay to offer supplementary bird feeding stations in your yard as many WBU customers do.               We have had some reports that people may be capturing wild lovebirds and selling them as pet birds. There is no law against this as there is with the owls because these lovebirds are not native to North America. They are native parrots of Africa that were released in small numbers about 35 years ago here in the Valley. But they are still wild animals that do not deserve to be taken out of the wild and forced to live out the rest of their lives in a cage in someone's house.               If you are interested in lovebirds as pets, please seek out a reputable breeder who breeds captive born lovebirds responsibly. These will make better pets because they are used to people interacting with them closely and have never experienced life in the wild. Capturing wild individuals will stress them to the point that it can impact their health, leaving them open to disease and shortening their lives. To make sure you are purchasing from a breeder on the up and up, ask to see their breeding setup and the parents of the birds you will be purchasing. You should see obvious signs of the birds pairing with each other such as living in a cage together, making their own nests, and even raising the young themselves. If the person you are buying from refuses this request move on to someone else. Also, if the price of the birds is too good to be true, it probably is someone who is capturing them from the wild and wants to sell the birds as soon as possible.               Choosing to have a bird for a pet is something that is not for every household. I know there are a ton of social media videos that make it seem like it's easy and super fun to have birds living in your house, but it's not for everyone. Please do your homework before you chose this animal as a pet. We will post some links in our show notes to a few insightful websites that can help you make an informed decision.   Cheryl – What should I do about my bird feeders when it rains?               This is a great question but not often one we have to think about outside of monsoon season here in the Phoenix Valley. If the day calls for light, passing showers you don't have to do much of anything. Both tube feeders that hold loose seed and cylinders that are exposed to the rain will be fine, if it is only light rain. After the weather has settled, go out and shake your tube feeders with the loose seed. If the seed shakes and does not clump, no moisture has gotten inside and the seed will be fine for the birds to continue to eat. If you have clumping seeds, you need to throw those seeds out, clean your feeder and put fresh seed in. This will help prevent the growth of mold that can be detrimental to the bird's health and yours.                 If we have a heavy rain or rain that lasts all day, cylinders made with seeds and gelatin will dissolve. Plan ahead and take those feeders in or you will have a messy, goopy clump of food on the ground the next day that no one wants to eat. For tube feeders, it depends on where you have them hanging. If they are under a tree or awning that gives them some shelter from the weather, they will probably be fine. Just check them once the weather calms down as we discussed before. The same advice goes for your suet feeders. If they are in an area where the rain will get to it, the suet will crumble out of the feeder. Purchasing a weather guard for use during monsoon season can also be a great way to shelter food if you have a pole system in the middle of your yard.               Do not worry about the birds during the rain. Most often they are hunkering down in a tree somewhere waiting out the rain themselves.               While we are on the subject of cleaning, after a rain you should also clean out and refill your bird baths. In case something has washed off a roof or trees that might have chemicals in them that are bad for the birds, you don't want them drinking that or bathing in it.   Kiersten – What is the difference between Wild Birds Unlimited seed and seed I find at the grocery store or hardware stores?               Cheryl and I have gotten this question a lot over the years. We both use seed from Wild Birds Unlimited and as many of our longtime listeners know we are both currently employees of a WBU store. Having said that, we both used seed from WBU before we began working at a store because they have a no-waste guarantee and use human grade seed in their mixes.               So, the difference is that WBU does not allow any seed that will not readily be eaten by songbirds in the seed they sell. Other stores, and by other stores I mean stores that do not focus on outdoor bird feeding, because there are other specialty stores out there besides WBU that carry excellent seed as well, other stores do not care how much inedible seed is in their mixes. Seeds such as milo, cracked corn, wheat, and canary seed are all items that the songbirds we want to attract will not eat. They will just sit at the feeder and toss it to the ground digging through the mix for the handful of seeds they will eat.               Then this attracts doves and pigeons which most of us do not want flocks of in our yards.               The seed at WBU will be more expensive but you are paying for seed that they birds will eat and not filler they will not eat.               Let's talk specifically about Nyjer seed, now. This is the small black seeds that fit in finch feeders and are often sold inside socks already at other stores. Is WBU Nyjer better than other stores? Without any bias on my part, the answer is yes. WBU imports Nyjer from India which is where this aster plant grows natively. The plants are healthy there and abundant which makes their seeds robust and full of nutrients. Some farmers have figured out how to grow this seed in NA in large enough fields to make it worth their while and birds will eat these seeds but the aster plant does not grow as well here, so the seeds lack some of the nutrients of the India seeds. If you give the finches a choice between the India seeds and the NA seeds they will pick the India seeds. I've seen this in my own backyard!   Cheryl – Why do the birds in the city eat French fries and potato chips but the ones in my yard leave that stuff alone and only eat the seeds I offer in my feeder?               This was a question from one of our co-workers and such an insightful one we thought it demanded a bit of discussion. We believe there are two reasons for this difference. One is that many of the birds that have adapted to living in the city are grain eating birds such as House Sparrows, Grackles, and Starlings. In the wild, these birds will eat different types of grains as well as seeds. French fries and potato chips are only a hop, skip, and jump away from a grain.               Many of us do have house sparrows at our backyard feeders but why would they eat poor quality food, like French fries, when they have the high-quality stuff, like black oil sunflowers seeds, that is in the feeder.               A second reason is probably cultural. The city birds learn to eat French fries and potato chips from their parents, while the backyard birds learn to eat from our native plants and our bird feeders.   Kiersten – Closing – We hope this episode has answered a few questions for all our listeners and as we say goodbye to 2022, we hope you'll keep enjoying the birds in 2023 by getting outdoors to watch our feathered friends, maybe join a citizen scientist group or two, and keep listening to The Feathered Desert.               Before we sign off Cheryl, do you mind if I make a shameless plug for the other podcast I started at the end of this year?               For those of you who like learning new things about all types of nature, I've started a podcast called Ten Things I Like About…and it's all about unknown or misunderstood wildlife. I'll be talking about the pangolin, the vaquita, and many other animals you've probably never heard of. Each topic consists of ten-episodes that are ten-minutes a piece and Cheryl occasionally co-hosts with me! So, check it out in 2023.

In this episode, WBU goes Hollywood as Adam Novak, Author and Head of the Story Department at William Morris Endeavor Agency, joins us for a drink and a chat about the art of writing great stories. After 33 years of doing script coverage for some of the greatest movies of the last 25 years, and writing 4 of his own novels as well, Adam distills his vast knowledge down to the 5 Rules of Great Writing. Adam regales us with stories from his career in Hollywood, and how it informed much of the subject matter of his own work, including his latest novel, Rat Park, available now on Amazon. Enjoy!   Drinks: Cisco Brewers Wandering Haze Hazy IPA, Terrapin Beer Company Hopsecutioner IPA Coke Zero Links: Rat Park, available now in paperback and audio versions - https://a.co/d/fjgS4kw --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/whatbubblesup/message

On today's episode, we speak with Wild Birds Unlimited Chief Development Officer-EVP of Franchising, Paul Pickett. His career with Wild Birds Unlimited (WBU)has perfectly combined his love of birds, nature, and people. Paul joined the WBU team as the first full-time employee in 1989, shortly after graduating with his Master's Degree in Biology/Ornithology from the University of North Dakota. He has over 30 years of experience in working with potential franchisees as they join the WBU team and manages all of the real estate and legal responsibilities for the WBU system. Paul is a frequent speaker at franchising conferences and sits on the IFA's Franchise Relations Committee, Convention Committee, and Franchisor Forum. Additionally, Paul is one of the co-founders of the IFA Pride Council. One of the highlights of his career was chairing the 2018 Franchise Update Leadership and Development conference. In 2020, Paul was honored to receive the IFA Women's Franchise Committee Crystal Compass Award for his significant contributions to leadership within the franchise community.

In this episode, hosts Bobby and Cole are joined by Bo Lowery -- Vice President of Marketing at Wild Birds Unlimited. Wild Birds Unlimited (WBU) is a 41 year old brand with more than 350 retail locations around the U.S. and Canada, with the goal of helping you find joy in your environment by inviting birds into the backyard. Bo has been with WBU for more than 20 years, and has been a part of their digital marketing transformation. In this podcast, you will learn where they started with email marketing (as the first enterprise customer of ExactTarget!), and how they have evolved their marketing strategy and used creativity and personalization to engage with their customers. (Also, be sure to listen for three bird fun facts shared by Bo!)

In this episode, hosts Bobby and Cole are joined by Bo Lowery -- Vice President of Marketing at Wild Birds Unlimited. Wild Birds Unlimited (WBU) is a 41 year old brand with more than 350 retail locations around the U.S. and Canada, with the goal of helping you find joy in your environment by inviting birds into the backyard. Bo has been with WBU for more than 20 years, and has been a part of their digital marketing transformation. In this podcast, you will learn where they started with email marketing (as the first enterprise customer of ExactTarget!), and how they have evolved their marketing strategy and used creativity and personalization to engage with their customers. (Also, be sure to listen for three bird fun facts shared by Bo!)

It's a episode full of troopers this week as the gang pushes through tech challenges, power supply issues and viruses to welcomes Marc Workman, CEO of the World Blind Union, an internationally recognized organization representing the 285 million blind and partially sighted persons in 190 member countries.  We discuss WBU's origins, its mandate, and some of the unique challenges of bringing major national and international organizations of blind persons together under a global umbrella. Show Transcript: https://atbanter.files.wordpress.com/2022/07/at-banter-podcast-episode-293-world-blind-union.pdf Show Notes World Blind Union https://worldblindunion.org/ AT Banter is brought to you by Canadian Assistive Technology, providing sales and training in Assistive Technology and Accessibility with over 30 years of knowledge and experience. Visit them online at www.canasstech.com or call toll-free 1-844-795-8324. Need repairs on your device? Chaos Technical Services offers service and support on almost any piece of Assistive Technology, while also providing parts and batteries. Visit them online at www.chaostechnicalservices.com or call 778-847-6840.

During the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, Sean conducted a series of interviews for ESBR Boxing that were transcribed into a written article, and now for the first time we are releasing those interviews. In this episode, Sean speaks with Mark Hobson the former WBU, British & Commonwealth cruiserweight champion as he tells his story once again, discussing the highs of the sport and the lows that became a ten-year addiction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of WBU,  Jeremy gets passionate about his YouTube explore page, Nikki confesses that she's going bald, we research what it takes to become a centenarian, and we call out those Singles Day marketing emails. Also, do we really need pennies?

On this episode of WBU, Nikki thinks that she has malaria, Jeremy identifies a unique dating trend, we debate the proper uses for Q-tips, and we call out influencer pregnancy-announcements. Also, do you wash your can-opener after every use...?

Welcome to Season 2 and the new show concept! On this Halloween episode of WBU, we're counting down this year's most popular costumes, identifying the world's scariest bug, debating the concept of "Sexy Buzz Lightyear," and discussing the ethics of True Crime./reality TV .