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The HR Life Podcast
EP 46 Retention, Troy Blanchard's Connections, and Ken Miles Got Jacked
Steve and Tony talk international remote workers and retention methods with Troy Blanchard from ZConnect. Steve talks about implementing COVID early and often. Tony talks about Ford Verses Ferrari and how the bureaucracy so prominent in that movie was real... and was probably the fault of the CEO. And finally, Tony introduces everybody to the "Slug Line" in DC. Learn more about Troy Blanchard: https://www.linkedin.com/in/trblanchard/Learn more about Zconnect at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/zconnect-global-outsourcing/posts/?feedView=all or https://zconnect.biz/ Learn more about the Shingo Model at: http...
2026-04-28
1h 26
The HR Life Podcast
EP 45 The State of the Hot Tub Workplace in the Empty Red Seat
Tony and Steve break down parts of SHRM's annual State of the Workplace report, but only after venturing into stories of strange women playing footsies with Steve on a cruse. Who is the most optimistic that employers are meeting the needs of their employees? Employees, HR professionals, and HR Executives, are all in agreement that the second biggest need n the workplace is...? Want to know what is happening now in HR? This is your episode. Find the study at: https://www.shrm.org/topics-tools/research/state-of-the-workplace-summary-and-report/2026-sowp-full-reportJoin us at Fuel HR on May 14. Learn...
2026-04-22
1h 07
Podcasts Archive - Vicki Doe Fitness
#331. Are You Sick? Reclaiming your health at the “root” cause with Benjamin Smith
Episode#331-Taped February 25, 2026 We talk about reclaiming your health at the “root” cause. How do we ask deeper questions to find out crucial information about our bodies and its overal function? Research has shown that pinpointing and determining the factors that cause disease or other health conditions can be a challenge. However, knowing the cause can be vital to developing effective health and medical treatments and even policy interventions. Joining us is Benjamin Smith, a certified health coach, founder and CEO of his unique health model- the Ultimate Health Mode...
2026-04-17
49 min
It’s All About Health & Fitness
#331. Are You Sick? Reclaiming your health at the “root” cause with Benjamin Smith
Episode#331-Taped February 25, 2026 We talk about reclaiming your health at the “root” cause. How do we ask deeper questions to find out crucial information about our bodies and its overal function? Research has shown that pinpointing and determining the factors that cause disease or other health conditions can be a challenge. However, knowing the cause can be vital to developing effective health and medical treatments and even policy interventions. Joining us is Benjamin Smith, a certified health coach, founder and CEO of his unique health model- the Ultimate Health Mode...
2026-04-17
49 min
The HR Life Podcast
EP 44 The Dichotomous State of HR, AI, and a Huge Announcement At The Very End of The Empty Red Seat
Tony and Steve talk about the state of HR, AI, eating catnip, and the fact that HR is both doing well and in trouble. Tony's cynicism is both peaking and ebbing as he discusses HR with a wandering choo choo. The guys discuss what is going on in the world of HR consulting and fractional HR. Tony reads a post from Facebook and Steve gives a great HR in Life segment. But don't drop out of the podcast early. Steve makes a major announcement at the end of the podcast that you wont want to miss. Learn more a...
2026-04-14
1h 33
The HR Life Podcast
EP 43 The Toxic Environment of the Empty Red Seat - and How to Cure It
In this episode Tony and Steve tackle toxic work environments and Tony's fantastic ability to kill wasps from more than 10 feet away. What is a toxic work environment? What role do front line managers play in creating or toxic environments? Do front line managers or the C-suite have a bigger impact in your efforts to improve culture? In this week's HR in Life Segment the guys talk about misunderstanding the meaning of ethics. Why do people mistake bad business decisions for unethical behavior? The five elements of ToxicityAbusiveDisrespectfulUnethicalCutthroat Non-i...
2026-04-07
1h 27
The HR Life Podcast
EP 42 Why Can't I ask Follow Up Questions in Interviews on the Empty Red Seat?
In this episode Tony and Steve expose some insights into how to train your managers to interview. What are they interviewing for? The guys debunk the myth that you can only ask the same set of questions in the exact same order to every candidate. Steve sheds light on the number one things candidates complain about, the number one things interviewers complain about, and Tony loses his choo choo. Oh... And that is how long Steve's hair is right now. Learn more about Fantastic Tony Benjamin at: https://www.thegrangellc.com/Learn more about Steven “Big Deal”...
2026-03-31
1h 30
The HR Life Podcast
EP 41 Definning Strategic, The Four Myths of HR, and He-Man in the The Empty Red Seat
In this episode Steve and Tony discuss Steve’s Four Myths of HR and define the difference between administrative and strategic HR. For HR professionals looking to contribute in a strategic manner at an executive level, this discussion forms a guide to what that entails. Of course, the guys talk about Project Hail Mary and the upcoming He-Man Movie as well. The four myths: HR is administrativeHR isn't data drivenHR is a cost centerHR is reactive, not proactive Learn more about Fantastic Tony Benjamin at: https://www.thegra...
2026-03-25
1h 14
United Public Radio
Don’t Whistle At Night - The Highly Strange Encounters of Hanson and Benjamin Smith
Don’t Whistle At Night welcomes back Hanson and Benjamin Smith for this PRE Recorded Episode March 15th, 2026 EP: 048 Topic: Highly Strange Encounters, Skinwalkers, Discussion on Protection and more! About Our Guests: Hanson: Hanson is no stranger to highly strange occurences. He is an avid bow hunter which has taken him to many areas, aside from Navajo Lands which has led to many Encounters with Bigfoot. He has been witness to many paranormal activities, especially at his place of work, being a Haunted School on the Navajo Nation. Benjamin Smith is an experienced Navajo bow hunter and resident. He is no...
2026-03-17
1h 59
The HR Life Podcast
EP 40 The SAFE Framework and Gamified Confetti with Andrea Hollingsworth
Listen as Tony and Steve are once again joined by Andrea Hollingsworth. In this fantastic episode Andrea lays out the SAFE Framework that helps HR and leaders cope with RIF's, Layoffs, and survivors. They discuss how to survive extremely difficult conversations with those leaving the business and those who are staying. They also touch on gamifying the workplace and performance reviews. Quote of the episode: "Can we say chicks on the podcast?" - Tony BenjaminLearn more about Andrea Hollingsworth at: https://hollingsworthconsulting.com/Get Andrea's book here: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=the+...
2026-03-17
1h 28
The HR Life Podcast
EP 39 Rachel Child and HR Education in Iambic Pentameter
In this episode Tony and Steve welcome back Rachel Child in iambic pentameter and great hazas to talk about the intersection of HR education and real-world practice. Rachel shares how she found her way into the profession — and what she’s seeing from the next generation of HR professionals. This episode touches on leadership accountability, HR education, culture vs. compliance, the realities of entering the HR profession, and why the success of HR often starts at the very top of an organization.This episode includes a new segment centered on a real world, short case study. If you li...
2026-03-10
1h 35
My Fit Tribe
Benjamin Smith- the Ultimate Health Model
Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the My Fit Tribe Podcast, I’m joined by Benjamin Smith, the founder of the Ultimate Health Model. We explore his unique approach to viewing the body like a city—and how making simple, foundational changes in the way you approach your health can create powerful momentum. Benjamin delivers a fresh framework that can help reframe how you approach your health.https://ultimatehealthmodel.com/Support the show
2026-03-04
41 min
The HR Life Podcast
EP 38 Return of Shaina Burgoyne And Yoda is Still Missing
In this episode of The HR Life Podcast, Tony and Steve sit down with Shaina Burgoyne to talk about something many HR professionals quietly wrestle with: stepping away from your career — and finding the courage to come back. From navigating an acquisition at Omniture/Adobe to leaving the workforce to raise her children, to re-entering HR during COVID and rising into leadership at Domo, Shaina’s story is honest, practical, and incredibly relevant. This one is about career gaps, imposter syndrome, women in leadership, the HR Business Partner model, burnout, AI, and why HR doesn’t have to be the buzz...
2026-03-03
1h 13
The HR Life Podcast
EP 37 AI, the EEOC, the Eightfold Case, and an Empty Red Dog Couch
In this episode of The HR Life Podcast, Tony and Steve go from red couches and movie plot twists to one of the most important HR conversations happening right now: AI in hiring, reverse discrimination, and why the EEOC is very active.If you think AI tools are just making recruiting easier, think again. From insider panic in the AI world to federal subpoenas and a groundbreaking lawsuit against Eightfold AI, this episode dives into the legal and ethical risks HR leaders can’t afford to ignore.And yes… we still make time for dogs, Star...
2026-02-24
1h 06
The HR Life Podcast
EP 36 Is The ATS Out To Get You? An Empty Red Seat Conversation on a Deserted Island
In this episode of The HR Life Podcast, "Fantastic" Tony Benjamin and Stephen “Big Deal” Smith tackle one of the biggest villains in today’s job market: the Applicant Tracking System. The guys kick things off with a slightly terrifying (and mildly hilarious) detour into rogue AI bots that call you when you ignore them — because nothing says “future of work” like software that won’t let you ghost it. If you’ve ever blamed “the system” for your job search frustrations, this episode might change your perspective — or at least help you understand what the guys on the other side of the scree...
2026-02-17
1h 34
BUILD America
#39 Breaking the Mental Health Stigma with Benjamin Jump, Pike Construction
In this episode, host Kerry Smith Buck sits down with Benjamin Jump, Safety Technician at Pike Construction, to unpack the urgent conversation around mental health in the construction industry. As part of a special series focused on wellbeing on job sites, Benjamin shares frontline insights on breaking the stigma, the impact of rigid project schedules, and the compounded stress faced by traveling crews working long hours away from home. Drawing from personal tragedy, he discusses why the industry’s suicide rates demand proactive - not reactive - solutions, and highlights initiatives like New York State’s “Building Hope Through Action...
2026-02-16
20 min
The HR Life Podcast
EP 35 Rat Birds, PEO's, and Your Business Knowledge With Stacee Pedersen
In this episode the guys talk to Stacee Pedersen about everything from PEO's to groundhog day. They talk about why PEO's don't work for many companies, why its harder sometimes for consultants to affect the daily operation of a company, and of course, Stacee's entrepreneurial rise to power. The guys introduce a new segment called HR In Life. What happens when your star performer runs off every supervisor she has? Why are the Baltimore Rat Birds... errrrr... Baltimore Ravens, headed to their doom? Listen to the episode and find out. Learn more about Stacee Pedersen at: https://www.m...
2026-02-10
1h 26
The HR Life Podcast
EP 34 Your HR Value, Pooper Scoopers, and Vinagaroons with Ben Eden
The guys talk to Ben Eden about HR practitioners view of themselves, how to begin to build trust when you have a seat at the table, his partnership with SHRM around the PMQ+, and other brilliant things you'll have to listen to the podcast to learn. Steve introduces listeners to Vinagaroons and what happens when they sting you as well as recounts his recruiting days on Tatooine. We want to thank the children who provided the fun background sounds. (No children were hurt in the recording of this podcast.) Learn more about Ben Eden at: htt...
2026-02-03
1h 11
The HR Life Podcast
EP 33 Look Here Resume Writing with Amy Adler
Amy Adler has the proof that she's the best resume writer in the world. The guys talk to her about professional resume writers, the first resume ever written, pink jeeps, the scams that job hunters face, the state of HR, and a lot more. What is the worst word you can use on your LinkedIn profile? Find out in this fantastic episode. Learn More about Amy Adler at: https://fivestrengths.com Schedule a meeting with Amy at: https://fivestrengths.com/thehrlifeFind Amy on LinkedIn at: https://linkedin.com/in/amyladlerLearn more abou...
2026-01-27
1h 29
The HR Life Podcast
EP - 32 Dentist Elves, SHRM's Mistakes, Lawsuit Politics, and Clydesdales In the Empty Red Seat
In this episode the guys lay out SHRM's dirty laundry for everybody to see. They discuss the $11.5M case specifics, the rumored toxic work environment at national SHRM, and how politics play into it all. It needs to be said. They mention the HR Besties podcast and critique their takes and the attempts of some to take down SHRM and its local affiliates. Learn more about Tony "Two Weeks' Notice" Benjamin at: https://www.thegrangellc.com/Learn more about Steven "Big Deal" Smith at: https://thehiringtreebook.com/Learn more about our sponsor MegastarHR at: https://www...
2026-01-20
1h 21
The HR Life Podcast
EP 31 The Very Cool Sexy Subject of I9's with Karisa Stahle
The guys talk to Karisa Stahle about I9's, 1099 Employees, and how to do audits during an incredibly difficult time. The guys check in with Karisa on the state HR, talk AI a little, and talk about how to go about an I9 audit. Where to start and how to keep everybody calm when you let them know you need to redo some paperwork. Learn more about Karisa Stahle at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karisa-stahle-mba-shrm-cp-23395950/Learn more about Tony "Two Weeks' Notice" Benjamin at: https://www.thegrangellc.com/Learn more about Steven "Big Deal" Smi...
2026-01-13
1h 05
Everything & Anything...and a bit gay Podcast
Episode 132: Benjamin Smith: Boston Real Estate, Social Media Fame & Authentic LGBTQ+ Confidence
Discover the inspiring story of Benjamin Smith, a viral Boston real estate agent and social media influencer who is unapologetically himself. In this episode, host Zach Randles-Friedman sits down with Benjamin to explore how he transformed real estate apartment tours into engaging entertainment on platforms like TikTok and Instagram. They discuss the power of authenticity, the importance of LGBTQ+ visibility, and what it means to succeed as a gay, glam entrepreneur in Boston.Tune in for an honest conversation about internet fame, navigating dating in Boston, the highs and lows of social media comments, and why Benjamin...
2026-01-07
44 min
The HR Life Podcast
EP 30 Fantastic Stickers With Tracie Kalmar
The guys talk to Tracie Kalmar about how tough it was to work with Steve (which she claims was great), building culture, cutesy stickers, interviewing for humility, and a lot more. Listeners get an update on Steve's cat flooding his bathrooms and Tony gets exposed for saying the word fantastic too much. The guys introduce a new charity you can work with and the word strategic gets said more often than you'd expect. Learn more about Tracie Kalmar at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracie-kalmar-09b043121/Learn more about Tony "Two Weeks' Notice" Benjamin at: https://www...
2026-01-06
1h 19
The HR Life Podcast
EP 29 The Lawyer is in With Mark Tolman
The guys talk to Mark Tolman, a company side employment attorney, and the most common EEOC complaints, executive orders, and some legal updates. Learn about Muldrow v. City of St. Louis and other cases. Did you know that you can get a restraining order against former employees and others who make threats? Who files more of those than anybody else in Utah? Oh... and the episode isn't boring! Learn more about Mark Tolman at: https://parsonsbehle.com/people/mark-d-tolman or https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-tolman-2b70a7a/Learn more about Tony "Two Weeks' Notice" Benj...
2025-12-30
1h 18
The HR Life Podcast
EP 28 Merry Christmas! At Twice the Speed While Watching Predator!
From our families to yours, Merry Christmas! The guys give you an insight into their personal lives by having their wives on the podcast. Does Steve sometimes leave off the true ending of the story? Why does Tony respond slower now instead of just saying the first thing that pops into his head? Listen to the podcast and find out. Get an insight into the cardinal rule of the podcast and where it came from. A special thank you to Alicia Smith and Rachel Benjamin for joining the podcast and your support. We can't do this without you!
2025-12-23
57 min
The HR Life Podcast
EP 27 Compassion and Exciting, Fancy Psychobabble With Andrea Hollingsworth
This is the episode Steve's been teasing for more than a month! Tony and Steve talk compassion with Andrea Hollingsworth. Listen in as Andrea crowd surfs the "live studio audience" and dispels the idea that compassion is a lot of workplace hugs. The guys talk to her about the difference between empathy and compassion, and discuss the fight or flight response generated when employees don't feel safe. Andrea's insights feed a deeper understanding of the workplace. Learn more about Andrea Hollingsworth at: https://hollingsworthconsulting.com/ Get Andrea's book here: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=the+comp...
2025-12-16
1h 06
The HR Life Podcast
EP 26 $600k Worth of Stats, Confused Culture, and Dissent with Weslie Porter
The guys talk to Weslie Porter, Director of People Analytics for the State of Utah, and he drops some amazing stats that have the ability to change how you view HR. Wes gives some amazing insights into motivation, dissent, and the actual role of human resources. From artillery specialists in the Army to private sector employees just onboarded, how do you gather data and build excellence? Find out in this episode. Learn More: Learn more about Weslie Porter at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/weslie-porter-mpa-20504612b/Learn more about Tony "Two Weeks' Notice" Benjamin at: http...
2025-12-09
1h 15
The HR Life Podcast
EP 25 Yea... International HR with Desma and Elrona D'Souza
The guys talk to Desma and Elrona D'Souza, the "HR Sisters" and owners of S&K HR Consulting. What is it like to live in a country where 80% of the population is imported? What is similar between HR in Dubai and the US, what is different? If you give somebody a bobblehead of Tony in Dubai is it a positive thing or not? Desma D'Souza - After spending over 15 years building a successful corporate career, Desma D’Souza took a bold leap into entrepreneurship after a transformative sabbatical. Today, she serves as Managing Partner at S&K HR Con...
2025-12-02
1h 27
The HR Life Podcast
EP 24 Breaking News! 2026 Work Elevated Theme... Again, with JoyLynn Jeppson
This episode includes the long awaited announcement of the theme of the 2026 Work Elevated Conference. JoyLynn Jeppson joins the guys to announce the theme (which is NOT Steve Smith), tell her story and remind of how sexist the '90's were. The episode was delayed when Tony damaged the original recording and it had to be rerecorded. JoyLynn shares data that came out of the 2025 conference, explains the shifting reasons people attend conferences, and asks for volunteers. You can learn more about Joylynn Jeppson at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joylynn-jeppson-a87149142/Learn more about Tony "Two Week...
2025-11-26
1h 07
The HR Life Podcast
EP 23 Superpowers for Grown-ups With Tami Bajema
In this week's episode, the guys talk with Tami Bajema about the revolutionary idea that weaknesses are just strengths turned up a little too high. Tami talks about helping people find their Super Powers (the intersection of what they're good at, what they like to do, and their perseverance/marketability) starting in elementary school and during interviews. She talks about what happened when she discovered that there wasn't a labor pool for the kind of skills she needed and how an accredited tech school came out of it. We also discover in this episode that Steve fought at the bat...
2025-11-18
1h 24
Growing Edge Live
Growing Edge Live with Dr. Ali Benjamin and guest Rev Dr. Soni Cantrell-Smith
Join Ali Benjamin as she creates conversations with soul-centered people who channel their attention, energy, and resources into supporting others and helping the world come together in love.This week Ali is joined by Center for Spiritual Living's spiritual leader, Rev. Dr. Soni Cantrell-SmithRev. Dr. Soni Cantrell-Smith is the founding Minister of Ahava Center for Spiritual Living in Lexington, Kentucky. She graduated from Holmes Institute under the Direction of Rev. Dr. Michael Beckwith in 2006, and was ordained in 2011. Dr. Soni is steeped in the principles of Science of Mind and is a lifelong student...
2025-11-17
55 min
The HR Life Podcast
EP 22 Eating the Otter Pops, Setting Up The New HR Department, Big Deal Recruiting, and Why People Leave
In this episode Tony and Steve attack how to take over a dysfunctional HR department or start a department of one. They coin a new phrase, "Eat the Otterpops", discuss how to build recruiting on a solid foundation, and have a lot of fun along the way. Steve gives some incredible new insights into what demotivates employees with some new research from iSolved, and explains why employees refer their friends to work for the company. Nothing or nobody is out of bounds in this episode. Link to the iSolved Research the guys discuss: https://www.isolvedhcm.com/reso...
2025-11-11
1h 42
The HR Life Podcast
EP 21 Who Defends HR on 6 Mile with Claire Lizear?
Claire Lizear joins the podcast from 6 Mile to talk HR burnout, the trap that many HR professionals find themselves in, who HR should report to, how she screens applicants, and of course, horror stories. All this with Claire's fiery sense of humor and incredible insight. Tony shares a favorite harassment complaint. Claire explains what 8 Mile, 6 Mile, and 5 Mile are near Detroit and we find out that Steve is a recording star. Viva La Kiss Cam: https://youtu.be/OW5WDT40-Ow Claire Lizear, SHRM-SCP, is an experienced HR leader with a passion for creating workplaces where peo...
2025-11-04
1h 17
The HR Life Podcast
EP 20 Perfectionist Rock Stars a Plenty with Alison Avila
Alison Avila joins the guys to test the theory that no matter what intro Tony gives about Steve, it will turn out to be true. They also discuss perfectionism in HR Pro's, nicknamed horror stories, and why some staffing companies succeed when others don't. Alison is the Director of Human Resources at Your Employment Solutions (YES), a Utah-based staffing agency where she has led HR strategy and growth since 2013. With a Bachelor’s and Master’s in Human Resources from Utah State University, she’s spent her entire professional career in the staffing industry, helping YES grow from a s...
2025-10-28
1h 16
The HR Life Podcast
EP 19 Vision, Mission, and Shoulder Grogu
The guys talk Steve's missing Star Wars ornaments and Vision Mission Values with the Empty Red Seat. Why your vision, mission, and values form a critical component in your recruiting, onboarding, and engagement. This discussion is the central focus of Tony’s consulting services and the bleeding edge recruiting techniques that Steve presents at conferences around the country and in his book. Why is your mission changeable? What are values and why are they valuable? AND… how does that relate to football? Baseball? Basketball? Learn more about Tony “Two Weeks’ Notice” Benjamin at: https...
2025-10-21
1h 27
The HR Life Podcast
EP 18 The Layoff Stayed in Vegas, From the Couch to the Superbowl with Steve Jaffe
The guys talk to Steve Jaffe, author of the book The Layoff Journey: From Dismissal to Discovery. The discussion moves from statistics of the increasing numbers of people caught in layoffs, to some of the pitfalls of using an ATS fully screen applicants. Recovering from being caught in a layoff is a journey and this episode looks at it from 100 different angles including HR’s. Born and raised in sunny San Diego, Steve began his writing journey at San Diego State University, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in journalism and communication. After a 25-year ca...
2025-10-14
1h 15
The HR Life Podcast
EP 17 Free Bird, The Work Elevated Conference, and Mullets
Recorded live at The Work Elevated Conference, this episode will shock you into a smile. After another brilliant introduction, the guys talk to both organizers and attendees at the conference. Rachel Child joins the podcast again and talks about working at the conference, Karisa Stahle then talks about turning over the reigns to Joylynn Jepson who also joined and promised to first release the theme of next year’s conference exclusively on the podcast. Attendee Carl McCain talks to the guys about winning a TV at last year’s conference along with what he learned about being kind to others...
2025-10-07
2h 01
The HR Life Podcast
EP 16 Illegal Lizards, Divine Recruiting and Melissa Musgrave
Steve admits his troubled past selling lizards and the guys talk recruiting, interviewing, and the state of HR with Melissa Musgrave. Melissa shares her experience "recruiting Jesus" and some other fun stories. The guys take a few minutes and discuss the assassination of Charlie Kirk. Melissa believes people are the capital, and growth is the return. Founder of Melissa Musgrave People Collective, where she helps leaders, professionals, and organizations unlock clarity, confidence, and sustainable growth. With over 20 years in HR strategy and leadership—including as Chief People Officer for an aerospace startup and Head of Employment at Airbus Americ...
2025-09-30
1h 32
The HR Life Podcast
EP 15 Insurance Fun with Diane Fullerton
After a shaky start, the guys talk to Diane Fullerton from GBS Benefits about that time she helped save the Work Elevated Conference and her association with Utah SHRM. They also talk the world of benefits, what your broker should be doing for you, and the process of getting benefit quotes. We know... all sexy topics for sure, but it was a lot of fun. Monday was a full participant in this episode.This episode drops the first day of the Work Elevated Conference and can provide a fantastic backdrop to the wonderful opportunities available at the con...
2025-09-22
1h 26
The HR Life Podcast
EP 14 JD Robinson, The New Guy in Steve's Database
The guys talk with JD Robinson about Recruiting, the state of HR, making transformative relationships with people, and acknowledge that HR is not your friend... but neither is accounting or marketing. They discuss the value of experience verses a degree and why high performers that nobody likes shouldn't be on your team as well as the greatest recruiting process JD has ever been a part of. (No pets were heard in the recording of this episode.) JD Robinson is a business and HR executive with 15 years of experience driving organizational performance and profitability. Certified in GPHR, SPHR, and...
2025-09-16
1h 14
The HR Life Podcast
EP 13 It Takes an Olympic Village To Raise a Culture with Dan Merkley
The guys talk to Dan Merkley about his experience organizing and managing the athlete's village for the Olympics. What does it take to create an organization that exists to put on a single event and then disband? How do you staff hundreds of workers and keep them all engaged and working hard until the end of the games? How do you keep them from finding another employer two weeks into the event? The guys find out that culture and chemistry are the secret ingredients. Dan Merkley is a professional, diplomatic executive / sub-executive of events and venue operations with...
2025-09-09
1h 13
The HR Life Podcast
EP 12 The Undeniable Halo of Matt Hilbig
The guys talk to Matt Hilbig from OCM, Inc about the state of HR from the perspective of the job seeker. The discussion covers the current labor market, bad behavior by both candidates and recruiters, the reputation companies develop over time by how they treat applicants, and, of course, the word "strategic." Guest appearance by Rizzo. Matthew Hilbig is Executive Vice President and co-owner of OCM, Inc., a 40-year-old career transition services and HR consulting firm. He is president of the Central Utah SHRM Board and serves on the Employment Advisory Council for the stat...
2025-09-02
1h 27
The HR Life Podcast
EP 11 Your Religious Uncle Robot and Josh Brecheisen
The guys sit down and talk to Josh Brecheisen about working in HR while being religious, recruiting, how to become the best version of yourself and the future of AI in helping people find jobs. Josh discusses the idea that, in the future, AI bots will find everybody a job instead of individuals applying for jobs. Josh is a recruiting leader, trainer, and speaker. He's recruited for top brands such as Dell-EMC, VMWare, and LogMeIn. His career has been focused on stepping into recruiting teams in difficult situations and establishing recruiting industry best practices, building teams from the...
2025-08-26
1h 13
The HR Life Podcast
EP 10 - Swipe Right if You Think I'm Cute and The Empty Red Seat (w/Rizzo)
The guys leave the Red Seat empty for an episode and talk the lawsuit against Workday and the implications for AI use in recruiting. They discuss how you can protect your company and what to ask vendors to provide when you evaluate their AI products. The guys also talk recent changes in recruiting and the marketing principles associated with them. The current state of HR also comes up, of course, and Tony again reminds everybody that HR owns culture. Rizzo The Dog joins the podcast at the very end and agrees with everything Tony said. Learn more about...
2025-08-19
1h 19
The HR Life Podcast
EP 9 Xavier Cugnon Isn't Jaded, But Tony Is... and A Giant Cat
The guys speak to Xavier "X" Cugnon about veterans, the skills they bring to the private sector, how employers can ask about a veteran's story, and the transition from military to civilian life. Oh... and there's a story about a great big cat. Xavier Cugnon is the Vice President of Human Resources at Lookout Pest Control. With over 15 years of progressive HR leadership, Xavier blends business acumen with a people-first philosophy that has helped forge best in class HR Teams throughout his career. Beyond the office, Xavier serves as Board Chair of SHRM-Atlanta and has spent ten yea...
2025-08-12
1h 12
The HR Life Podcast
EP 8 Of Course Steve Knows Kate Thompson's Boss
Tony and Steve talk to Kate Thompson for a fresh take on HR. Tony rambles on about perfume, and Kate drops some fantastic wisdom. They talk about the benefit of being required to solve problems, self care, finding out who's perfume is overpowering the office, and the definition of boring/bad HR. Steve coins the phrase "Cold Played", and the jokes just never stop coming. And yes... the email to the podcast is thehrlifepodcast@gmail.com... no matter what Tony says at the end. Send us your guest ideas, topic ideas, and how you first met Steve. ...
2025-08-05
1h 15
The HR Life Podcast
EP 7 - Delivery on Duty With Rachel Child
In this episode, the guys talk to Rachel Child about her story, how she got into HR, the effect of firing a lot of people on a young practitioner, the generational differences between older and younger workers, and even a story about an HR professional who was answering email while in delivery. Rachel Child is a certified HR Practitioner, Consultant, and Business Instructor (Weber State) who loves to help people identify their strengths and teach leaders to balance policy and consistency with empathy and inclusivity; building loyal and exceptional leaders and teams. Learn more about St...
2025-07-29
1h 22
The HR Life Podcast
Bonus Ep Viva La Kiss Cam (With Bonus Track)
In this episode the guys tackle breaking news with the Red Seat empty. Stay tuned at the end of the episode for a special treat. Weird Al, you're welcome to cover the song. Learn more about Steven "Big Deal" Smith at https://thehiringtreebook.com/ Learn more about Tony "Two Weeks Notice" Benjamin at https://www.thegrangellc.com/Lyrics: He used to be C E O A brand new CHRO, he was living the dream But in the evening, he held her closeWandering from the life he chose ...
2025-07-25
45 min
Eye On A.I.
#273 Benjamin Encz: How Ashby is Building the Future of Hiring with AI
This episode is brought to you by Extreme Networks, the company radically improving customer experiences with AI-powered automation for networking.Extreme is driving the convergence of AI, networking, and security to transform the way businesses connect and protect their networks, delivering faster performance, stronger security, and a seamless user experience. Visit https://www.extremenetworks.com/ to learn more. In this episode, Craig Smith sits down with Benjamin Encz, co-founder and CEO of Ashby, the AI-powered recruiting platform that is transforming how companies hire. Ashby is disrupting the $650B recruiting industry b...
2025-07-24
47 min
The HR Life Podcast
EP 6 - Handbooks, Cops, and Taking Minutes With Priscilla Wadman
We'd love your reactions, comments, and ideas for future episodes. Contact us at thehrlifepodcast@gmail.com. In this Episode we talk to Priscilla Wadman about her story and how she got into HR, her view of the state of the art, and what it means to really support employees. Priscilla gives a fantastic roadmap to building an HR career. With a distinguished career in human resources, Priscilla Wadman is driven by a commitment to operational excellence, employee advocacy, and organizational integrity. She specializes in building inclusive, legally compliant, and strategically aligned HR practices that elevate both peop...
2025-07-22
1h 15
The HR Life Podcast
EP 5 - The Empty Red Seat and Origin Stories
The podcast now has its own email so you can tell us how much you LOVE the podcast. Contact us at thehrlifepodcast@gmail.com. In this episode the guys leave the "Red Seat" empty, recapping the first four episodes and introducing themselves to listeners. Steve shares an incredibly inspirational story of the death of his son and the amazing HR professional that helped him through it. Tony shares the moment his life changed forever when he decided to take debate in high school and the truly unique teacher that shaped the way he saw logic and argument. The...
2025-07-15
1h 32
The HR Life Podcast
EP 4 From Dolphins and Dogs to DEI With Katey Connell - The HR Life Podcast
Katey Connell is a force for transformation—on stage, in the workplace, and through her podcast, Become Alive. A dynamic Senior Talent Acquisition Manager at an advertising agency, Katey is known for doing things differently. She pioneered culture-first screening interviews to protect and elevate company culture, helping hire not just for skills, but for core-values. As a former SeaWorld Dolphin and Whale Trainer turned motivational speaker, certified life coach, group fitness instructor, and blackbelt in Taekwondo, Katey knows what it means to evolve—and she’s on a mission to help others do the same.After hitting rock bottom...
2025-07-08
1h 22
The HR Life Podcast
EP 3 - None of These Guys are Playing in the NBA Finals with Jeremie Brecheisen - The HR Life Podcast
Steve and Tony talk to Jeremie about data and Human Resources, the current state of Human Resources, the Business Partner model of Corporate HR, global views of HR, and when engagement trumps talent. Jeremie Brecheisen is the managing partner of the Gallup EMEA division.Over the past two years, Jeremie has led the Gallup CHRO Roundtable, which hosts 1,000+ large-company CHROs. He has conducted over 800 one-on-one interviews with these executives, hosted over 500 roundtables and facilitated over 200 briefings with large-company HR leadership teams. Jeremie has also published articles on quarterly CHRO survey data, many of which have appeared on G...
2025-07-01
1h 15
The HR Life Podcast
EP 2 - The Mega Big Deal Star Wars People and Tony With Beca Mark - The HR Life Podcast
An interview with Beca Mark, Owner and CEO of MegaStar HR joins the podcast. In this episode we we discuss the current state of HR, eliminating the conflict with CFO's and finance, The Role of Human Resources, the difference between cutesy and effective, how to install culture, and the move to outside HR consulting agencies. Learn more about MegaStar HR at https://www.megastarhr.com/ . Steve Smith's Information: https://thehiringtreebook.com/ Tony Benjamin's Information: https://www.thegrangellc.com/
2025-06-24
1h 08
The HR Life Podcast
Ep 0.5 An Introduction - Are we recording?
A quick introduction to your hosts, Tony Benjamin and Steven Smith. The first full episode drops on June 17, 2025.
2025-06-10
01 min
The Archaeology Podcast Network Feed
World Rock Art with Dr Benjamin Smith - Ep 142
In this week’s episode, Dr Alan chats to Dr Benjamin Smith, a leading archaeological researcher and academic from the University of Western Australia. From directing world-renowned rock art research to shaping national policy in post-apartheid South Africa, Dr Smith’s career spans continents and decades, blending cutting-edge science with a deep commitment to ethical leadership and cross-disciplinary collaboration.LinksBenjamin SmithContactDr. Alan Garfinkelavram1952@yahoo.comDr. Alan Garfinkel’s WebsiteSupport Dr. Garfinkel on PatreonArchPodNetAPN Websit...
2025-05-09
37 min
The Rock Art Podcast
World Rock Art with Dr Benjamin Smith - Ep 142
In this week’s episode, Dr Alan chats to Dr Benjamin Smith, a leading archaeological researcher and academic from the University of Western Australia. From directing world-renowned rock art research to shaping national policy in post-apartheid South Africa, Dr Smith’s career spans continents and decades, blending cutting-edge science with a deep commitment to ethical leadership and cross-disciplinary collaboration.LinksBenjamin SmithContactDr. Alan Garfinkelavram1952@yahoo.comDr. Alan Garfinkel’s WebsiteSupport Dr. Garfinkel on PatreonArchPodNetAPN Websit...
2025-05-09
37 min
Stay Off My Operating Table
#186: The Ultimate Health Model: A Blueprint for Preventing Chronic Disease - Benjamin Smith
Meet Benjamin Smith, an auto detailer turned health researcher who developed a groundbreaking visual framework for understanding chronic disease. His journey from experiencing unexplained health issues to creating the Ultimate Health Model demonstrates how the body's natural healing abilities can be activated through simple lifestyle changes. Smith's unique perspective as someone outside the medical field led him to ask fundamental questions about health that many practitioners overlook.KEY POINTSThe body is designed to heal itself - every symptom serves a protective purposeChronic inflammation develops from multiple factors including diet, breathing patterns, and light...
2025-03-04
46 min
Wolf Pack Podcast
EP:53 DONT BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK
Send a textWelcome to the "Wolf Pack Podcast," Im your host Ben Smith a.k.a "Wolf Snazzy" your weekly dose of humor and curiosity! Join me every week as I dive into a broad range of topics that catch my interest, from the exhilarating realms of video games and motorcycles to the soulful beats of music and the unpredictable journey of life. Each episode promises genuine laughter and intriguing discussions. Become part of the pack!
2025-02-12
30 min
Wolf Pack Podcast
EP:53 DONT BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK
Send us a textWelcome to the "Wolf Pack Podcast," Im your host Ben Smith a.k.a "Wolf Snazzy" your weekly dose of humor and curiosity! Join me every week as I dive into a broad range of topics that catch my interest, from the exhilarating realms of video games and motorcycles to the soulful beats of music and the unpredictable journey of life. Each episode promises genuine laughter and intriguing discussions. Become part of the pack!
2025-02-12
30 min
Wolf Pack Podcast
EP:52 One year of Podcasting
Send a textWelcome to the "Wolf Pack Podcast," Im your host Ben Smith a.k.a "Wolf Snazzy" your weekly dose of humor and curiosity! Join me every week as I dive into a broad range of topics that catch my interest, from the exhilarating realms of video games and motorcycles to the soulful beats of music and the unpredictable journey of life. Each episode promises genuine laughter and intriguing discussions. Become part of the pack!Spotify SongsIntro: Dare , Gorillaz
2025-02-03
43 min
Wolf Pack Podcast
EP:52 One year of Podcasting
Send us a textWelcome to the "Wolf Pack Podcast," Im your host Ben Smith a.k.a "Wolf Snazzy" your weekly dose of humor and curiosity! Join me every week as I dive into a broad range of topics that catch my interest, from the exhilarating realms of video games and motorcycles to the soulful beats of music and the unpredictable journey of life. Each episode promises genuine laughter and intriguing discussions. Become part of the pack!Spotify SongsIntro: Dare , Gorillaz
2025-02-03
43 min
Wolf Pack Podcast
EP: 51 The Kaizen Challenge
Send a textWelcome to the "Wolf Pack Podcast," Im your host Ben Smith a.k.a "Wolf Snazzy" your weekly dose of humor and curiosity! Join me every week as I dive into a broad range of topics that catch my interest, from the exhilarating realms of video games and motorcycles to the soulful beats of music and the unpredictable journey of life. Each episode promises genuine laughter and intriguing discussions. Become part of the pack!Spotify SongsIntro: Dare U -Nle Choppa, Imagine Dragons
2025-01-27
1h 21
Wolf Pack Podcast
EP: 51 The Kaizen Challenge
Send us a textWelcome to the "Wolf Pack Podcast," Im your host Ben Smith a.k.a "Wolf Snazzy" your weekly dose of humor and curiosity! Join me every week as I dive into a broad range of topics that catch my interest, from the exhilarating realms of video games and motorcycles to the soulful beats of music and the unpredictable journey of life. Each episode promises genuine laughter and intriguing discussions. Become part of the pack!Spotify SongsIntro: Dare U -Nle Choppa, Imagine Dragons
2025-01-27
1h 21
Flirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach
67. Depression and Dating with Kaleigh Smith
Coming up in this episode of Flirtations, registered psychotherapist Kaleigh Smith is back on the show for an honest conversation about depression and dating! We'll explore what depression really feels like, how it can impact our ability to connect with others, and the unique challenges it brings to forming and maintaining relationships. I also open up about my personal journey with depression, which I’ve experienced pretty much my whole life, and share this part of me with you in hopes that it will be supportive and healing. Kaleigh and I talk about ways...
2025-01-20
57 min
Teaching With Power
Joseph Smith-History 1:1-26 Teaching Activities
This video includes additional teaching ideas and activities for the Joseph Smith-History 1:1-26 lesson in the Come Follow Me manual. It is intended to supplement the Joseph Smith-History 1:1-26 insight video and to be an additional resource specifically for teachers, parents, missionaries, or anyone preparing to teach the content of this week's Come Follow Me lesson to others. Link to Plans for 2025 Video: Plans for 2025Link to "Discovering the Truth" Video: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/media/video/2018-01-0010-discovering-truth?lang=engLink to Elder Holland "Ask of God: The First Vision" Video: ...
2025-01-05
24 min
King of the Court Podcast with Ben Riggs and Ben Staton
Life without Luka + Potential Trades for Mavs; Lakers, LeBron, & the Finney Smith Trade
The Dallas Mavericks are negotiating life without Luka Doncic. Where do they stand, how will they manage, and are they still a top team in the West? Do they need to make a big trade? And the Lakers finally made a move. JJ Redick and the Los Angeles Lakers traded for D'Angelo Russell for Dorian Finney Smith. What does this mean for the Lakers and the Western Conference?
2024-12-30
1h 46
EGGS! The Podcast
Eggs 391: Navigating the Tech Landscape with Benjamin Johnson
Summary In this episode, Ryan & Mike interview Benjamin Johnson, CEO and co-founder of Particle 41. They discuss Benjamin's journey in tech entrepreneurship, the importance of building elite teams, and the role of a fractional CTO. Benjamin shares insights on navigating startup challenges, defining a minimum viable product (MVP), and the dynamics of team velocity in development. The conversation emphasizes the significance of focus, collaboration, and strategic planning in achieving business goals. Takeaways Benjamin Johnson's journey in tech began with an online travel agency. Outsourcing can be beneficial if done with the right...
2024-12-05
46 min
Flirtations! with Benjamin, the Flirt Coach
40. ADHD and Dating with Kaleigh Smith
In this episode of Flirtations, we're getting into the nuances of dating and ADHD with our guest, Kaleigh Smith. If you've got ADHD and you're dating, this episode is for you! Here's what you can expect: What ADHD is and what happens in the ADHD brain Traits and characteristics of ADHD, what does it look like day to day? How does ADHD impact the way we date, form relationships, and make connections? What are some communication tips for the ADHD dater? How can you regulate emotions with ADHD? What about limerence and hyperfocus, what can you...
2024-10-18
56 min
Building Better Games
E73: The Challenges Game Studios Face And Saying Goodbye with Aaron Smith
Welcome to the BBG podcast! In this special episode of Building Better Games, co-host Aaron Smith returns to share his insights on game development, leadership, and the state of the industry. Aaron opens up about the challenges facing AAA studios today, the impact of the pandemic on his career, and his recent decision to step back from the podcast and industry. He also discusses the importance of staying connected to players and why innovation is critical for the future of game development. Key Takeaways: State of the Industry: Major studio layoffs and leadership struggles are threatening...
2024-10-08
35 min
Beyond The Pain
116 - Alleviating Chronic Pain with Structured Water: Insights from Benjamin Smith
Can structured water be the key to alleviating chronic pain? Tune in to this enlightening episode where we welcome Benjamin Smith, the author of "Why You Are Sick," who shares his profound insights into the transformative potential of structured water for managing chronic pain, inflammation, and oxidative stress. Inspired by personal family health struggles, Benjamin's journey from curiosity to expertise offers a compelling narrative on the power of hydration and proper water structure in improving overall well-being.Benjamin explains how structured water goes beyond its elemental composition, emphasizing its unique molecular arrangement that can significantly influence the...
2024-10-07
1h 13
Keto/Carnivore Conversations
105. Benjamin Smith
Join Dr. Kiltz and guest Benjamin Smith as they dive into the secrets of fighting inflammation, the power of the glycocalyx, the mind-body connection, optimizing sleep and nutrition, and the vital links between water, fat, and disease. Benjamin Smith is an author and health coach. In his early 20s he thought about pursuing a career in the medical field, specifically a naturopath. Life changed course and he got into the automotive detailing industry, owning his own company for the last 30 years. In 2012 he became obsessed with why people get chronic disease. That year his si...
2024-08-30
1h 28
Self-Funded
Can We Use AI To Fix Healthcare? (with Guy Benjamin)
"The US healthcare system is simple, easy to navigate and affordable. Said no one ever." - Guy Benjamin Guy Benjamin returns to the show a year after his previous episode to share just how much Healthee has expanded in that time (spoilers: it’s 100x). We talk about how Healthee’s role in the marketplace has shifted, what huge feature is on the horizon for them, and why Guy believes that the Healthee app deserves a spot on the bottom row of apps on your phone, next to your messa...
2024-07-12
51 min
Stellar Work
#7 Alex Smith - Strategy
In this conversation, Benjamin interviews strategy expert Alex Smith. They discuss the concept of strategy and its importance in business. Alex emphasizes the need for businesses to focus on delivering unique value rather than competing for market share. They also touch on the strategic approaches of companies like Apple and Tesla. Alex provides insights into his book and shares resources for further learning.Guest:Alex is an award winning strategist known for his work with his company, Basic Arts where he aims to make companies without competitors. Alex is a responsible for the direction of...
2024-07-08
39 min
BJKS Podcast
96. Benjamin Ehrlich: Santiago Ramon y Cajal, the neuron doctrine, and combining art & science
Benjamin Ehrlich is the author of the recent biography of Santiago Ramon y Cajal (The brain in search of itself), and The Dreams of Santiago Ramon y Cajal. We talk about Cajal's life and work, Cajal's unlikely beginnings in a rural Spain, how he discovered that neurons were separate from each other, leading to the neutron doctrine, how Cajal became famous seemingly overnight, Cajal's rivalry with Camillo Golgi, the relationship between art and science, how to write a biography of someone whose autobiographical writings were heavily influenced by picaresque novels, and much more.BJKS Podcast is a...
2024-04-16
1h 06
Talks with Gallagher
Benjamin Smith | Kingdom in Government | EP76
Apostle and Overseer Benjamin Smith, is man in and under authority; incredibly humble, patient and kind; called as a prophet to the nations by the Lord Jesus Christ at the age of seven, ministering God’s love in a hurting world and activating the gifts of God in the body of Christ. Benjamin Smith has been involved in many areas of Ministry for more than 25 years and has been mentored firstly by his father, the Late Rev. Dr. Charles C. Smith II and his lively, strong & vibrant spiritual father Apostle J. Rodney Roberts whose ministry he has followed from 1986 until hi...
2024-04-10
1h 16
The Learning Curve
Mexico’s Cartels & Drug Trade with UK U-Warwick’s Benjamin Smith
This week on The Learning Curve, guest co-hosts Prof. Albert Cheng of the University of Arkansas and Minnesota Supreme Court Justice Barry Anderson interview UK University of Warwick Prof. Benjamin Smith. Prof. Benjamin Smith, author of The Dope: The Real History of the Mexican Drug Trade provides insights into various aspects of the Mexican drug trade, including its historical context and the evolution of illicit drug products over time. He discusses key cartels and their methods, the impact of the drug trade on Mexico's murder rates, the immense financial scale of the...
2024-02-21
37 min
The Lawyer Stories Podcast
Ep 171 | Dawn Smith | Smith Clinesmith LLP is Fighting Elder Abuse and Achieving Important Results
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 171 features, Dawn Smith, Managing Partner at Smith Clinesmith LLP, focusing on civil litigation and fighting elder abuse located in Dallas, Texas. Dawn shares her story with us, raised by a single mom in Tucson, Arizona, with the help of loving grandparents. Dawn's dream of becoming a lawyer solidified in her heart on an eighth-grade field trip to Washington D.C. where she visited the U.S. Supreme Court. Dawn has widespread recognition as one of the top attorneys in her field and nursing home law and believes those who work hard and dream big can...
2024-02-20
52 min
Download High-Quality Full Audiobooks in Fiction, Contemporary Women
The Wrong Daughter: An absolutely addictive BRAND NEW psychological thriller by Dandy Smith with a killer twist! by Dandy Smith
Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/722456 to listen full audiobooks. Title: The Wrong Daughter: An absolutely addictive BRAND NEW psychological thriller by Dandy Smith with a killer twist! Author: Dandy Smith Narrator: Daphne Kouma, Heather Long Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 12 hours 44 minutes Release date: February 8, 2024 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.25 of Total 4 Ratings of Narrator: 4.67 of Total 3 Genres: Contemporary Women Publisher's Summary: 'OMG!!! This book is so good! A true thriller, and so addictive, I could not stop reading... BRILLIANT!' Reader review 5 stars The phone starts vibrating in my hand. It's my father. He never calls. Pulse racing, I...
2024-02-08
05 min
Arbitral Insights
Spotlight on … SVAMC AI Task Force chair Benjamin Malek
In this “Spotlight on…” episode, host Gautam Bhattacharyya welcomes arbitrator and SVAMC AI Task Force chair Benjamin Malek (FCIARB) to discuss what led him to a career in international arbitration. The pair discuss the challenges and opportunities presented by new technologies like AI, and how to maintain and improve the effectiveness of arbitration in an ever-changing legal landscape.----more---- Transcript: Intro: Hello and welcome to Arbitral Insights, a podcast series brought to you by our International Arbitration practice lawyers here at Reed Smith. I'm Peter Rosher, global head of Reed Smith's International Arbitration Practice. I hope y...
2024-02-07
32 min
From The Blockchain
Unlocking Trillion-Dollar Innovations: Blockchain, AI, and the Global Policy Landscape with Benjamin Yablon
THE EPISODE: Whomever solves self-sovereign, digital identities will have a trillion dollar company says Benjamin Yablon. However, innovation in some parts of the world is being stifled. Are countries that are slow to adopt clear blockchain and Ai policies at a disadvantage? Benjamin shares why the U.S. is losing innovative founders to more proactive nations. Where are regulators and policy makers thoughtfully leading the way? Should this matter to the general public? Yablon answers these questions and provides an overview of how these technologies are set to impact entire sectors such as healthcare - and outlines why...
2023-10-27
56 min
A Small Voice: Conversations with photographers and filmmakers
212 - Benjamin Rasmussen
Benjamin Rasmussen is a Faroese/American photographer living in Denver, Colorado.After growing up in the Philippines and studying photography at Ateneo de Manila University, he moved to the United States to explore contemporary American identity. His practice is research and photography based and centers on the intersection of law, history and sociology.Benjamin works for magazines including Time, The New Yorker and The Atlantic. He is also the founder of Pattern, an exhibition and educational space in Denver, Colorado that works to spark dialogue and acts as a meeting place for the art and...
2023-08-30
1h 15
Taking it for Granted
Taking it for Granted Ep 121 - Benjamin Allbright
Benjamin Allbright is the Host of Broncos Country Tonight, and an NFL Insider, even though he hates the term. Benjamin made his way into the world of sports media through building relationships with players, coaches, and agents, and building a huge Twitter following breaking stories around the NFL. He also served 15 years in the Army Reserves with multiple tours in Iraq and other countries, and built and sold a tech company in his early thirties. Through all of his life experiences, the good and the bad, Ben has learned that life is about continuing to grow and evolve into the...
2023-05-17
1h 26
Alma College Histories & Mysteries
The Oral History of Gary Smith
Alma College Histories & Mysteries Presents: Cattlegate We are proud to present Cattlegate, a limited series exploring the history and impact of the PBB disaster in St. Louis, MI. In this episode, we feature an interview with Gary Smith who has been a leader in the Pine River Superfund Citizen Advisory Committee, and has worked tirelessly to promote the Velsicol clean-up and tell the story of the PBB disaster. (Note this interview has been cut somewhat for time, but the full interview is available at Central Michigan University) To subscribe to the podcast search for “Alma Co...
2023-05-04
1h 09
Motorcycle Racing Podcast: Off Track With Carruthers And Bice
#230 Benjamin Smith
Benjamin Smith has been racing in the MotoAmerica Championship for seven years and his list of accomplishments includes winning the 2017 KTM RC Cup Championship. Next week, Smith will embark on his biggest challenge to date when he makes his Superbike debut in the 2023 MotoAmerica Medallia Superbike Championship season opener at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta. We caught up with Smith for this week's episode of Off Track With Carruthers And Bice to talk about his Superbike debut, MotoAmerica seasons past and the fact that he will earn his college degree from Penn State in early May. Instagram: https://w...
2023-04-13
47 min
Audio Galleries
Lydia Smith - Episode 5
Episode 5 - Lydia SmithLydia Smith is a Multi-disciplined Artist working Physically and Digitally. Her studio is based in Bank, Central London. Through her practice, she explores the Theme of Human Connectivity which encompasses subtopics, including Ancient History, Technology, Science, Spirituality and Anatomy.Smith was trained in academic sculpture at the University of the Arts London (2014-2017). She also continued her training at private ateliers in Greece, Spain and France. Smith began her career working as a modeller and carver within the British and international Film industry (2017-2021).Smith’s wo...
2023-03-05
55 min
The Bear Essentials Podcast
Facing Goliath - The Benjamin Smith Interview
Today guest on The Bear Essentials is writer, speaker, facilitator and mentor, Benjamin Smith. As a black child born in 1971, Ben was adopted in Seattle and raised by white parents in a tough neighborhood in East Vancouver. He experienced relentless violence, bullying and racial discrimination. As a way to overcome fear and self-loathing, Ben became a competitive boxer, wrestler, and bodybuilder. These positive outlets allowed Ben to channel his hurt, anger, and frustration, eventually owning a gym, helping others as a succe...
2022-12-14
36 min
The Daily Gardener
February 10, 2022 Carl Linneaus, Benjamin Smith Barton, Rod and Rachel Saunders, Fruit Trees for Every Garden by Orin Martin, and Winifred Mary Letts
Subscribe Apple | Google | Spotify | Stitcher | iHeart Support The Daily Gardener Buy Me A Coffee Connect for FREE! The Friday Newsletter | Daily Gardener Community Historical Events 1758 On this day, Carl Linneaus (books about this person), the man known as the "father of modern taxonomy," was feeling his age, which was fifty. He was also battling another bout of depression, and his Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day was poured out in words he wrote to his former pupil and friend, Abraham Bäck: I cannot write more today; my hand is too weary to hold a pen. I am t...
2022-02-10
08 min
The Imperfect Brand
Andy Smith, Managing Director of CorpData Ltd
I’m Benjamin Catley-Richardson and as our podcast returns for another season I’m talking with Andy Smith, Managing Director of Corpdata Ltd.Corpdata provides accurate, up-to-date business information for organisations looking to drive their B2B marketing with data.Find Andy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewsmithcorpdata/Corpdata's website: https://www.corpdata.co.uk/--Benjamin & Brand Clear:I'm Benjamin Catley-Richardson, Strategic Director for Brand Clear. I love doing the boring marketing stuff that you’re probably avoiding.If you’d like to be a...
2021-11-02
33 min
Motorcycle Racing Podcast: Off Track With Carruthers And Bice
#149 Benjamin Smith
Benjamin Smith is one of the originals in the "Brat Pack" of 14 and 15 year olds that ruled the roost in the early days of the MotoAmerica KTM RC Cup and was crowned as the class champion in 2017. From there, Smith didn't mess around and went straight to the big boy class of Supersport where he methodically worked his way up the leaderboard until finally reaching the upper echelon of the class this season. Currently ranked fifth in the standings with two rounds (four races) remaining in the 2021 series, Smith has been on the podium twice and is hungry for mo...
2021-09-04
35 min
The L3 Leadership Podcast with Doug Smith
Why You Should be Asking Who and Not How with Benjamin Hardy
Send us Fan MailBenjamin Hardy lives in Orlando with his wife and six kids, three of whom are adopted. He is an organizational psychologist with a Ph.D. in the subject from Clemson University. Benjamin writes on psychological self-improvement and entrepreneurial-related topics. Among his books are Will Power Doesn’t Work, Personality Isn’t Permanent, and Who Not How (co-written with Dan Sullivan).Today, Benjamin joins me to share his story. He talks about how he got started writing and tells all about the process. He shares what publishers are looking for and gives his...
2021-07-20
52 min
Pit Pass Moto
Benjamin Smith- The Supersport Rider and College Student Discusses His 2021 Season
MotoAmerica Supersport rider Benjamin Smith discusses his 4th place finish at Laguna, preparing for Brainard, and how he feels his season is going so far. The college student also shares with us what his off-season training is like.Follow Benjamin on Instagram!Pit Pass Moto Trivia Question:Who won the inaugural AMA Supersport series, later to be called Supersport, in MotoAmerica? Name the rider and the year.Check out the answer after our interview with Benjamin Smith!MotoAmerica, the home of the...
2021-07-15
21 min
HOLOCENE
012 → BENJAMIN SMITH ↗ how to build a successful DTC brand & a healthy life
Benjamin was born in England and moved to the Washington D.C. when he was a toddler. Given his English heritage, Ben grew up watching football (soccer) and is fanatical, 5th generation Aston Villa supporter. Ben also regularly watches f1, where he supports Lewis Hamilton. Ben knew from an early age that he wanted to be an entrepreneur, as he never quite fit the traditional mold of school or a corporate job. Before moving to Austin in the spring of 2016, Benjamin attended Wake Forest University, where he launched two boutique gyms during his Junior year. Ben raised o...
2021-06-20
2h 10
The Imperfect Brand
Patrick Smith, serial - but not self-titled - entrepreneur
For episode three of The Imperfect Brand, I'm joined by Patrick Smith, who has spent 20 years in the world of marketing and business.Patrick is a serial entrepreneur (though he wouldn't call himself that) outsourced marketing director, and also Chief Executive of the Donr Foundation, which gives charitable causes a leg up in digital fundraising.Patrick also has a life-changing bombshell decision to kick the episode off with. Though, actually, not one that prevents our conversation from being directly linked to his business experience.Find Patrick on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com...
2021-04-19
27 min
Business & Lifestyle LEGENDS Podcast
Monetizing Your Podcast Show: Then vs. Now with Scott Smith
"Really niche [your podcast]. Don’t go too broad. Don’t try to get the million downloads, you’re not gonna do it, you’re not gonna be a Joe Rogan. That’s a very particular skill set–a business skill set and a marketing skill set. It’s gonna be hard to do. If you could get up to 10 or 12 thousand downloads per episode, you’re gonna start to have a nice audience, and you’re gonna start to be able to get advertising dollars if you want to."– Scott Smith, Founder of Motivation To Move and host of the Daily...
2021-02-19
51 min