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Tom NelsonBob Burnett: Facing the Future: Energy, Bitcoin, and Financial Sovereignty | Tom Nelson Pod #262Bob Burnett is the founder and CEO of Barefoot Mining, a company focused on the development of “horse-class” mining sites, and he is a vocal proponent for the expansion of diversity in Bitcoin mining site geography, scale, and energy sources. Bob has spent over 35 years as a technologist including 13 years at Gateway, Inc., a Fortune 200 personal computer company, where he led the company’s product development efforts as Chief Technical Officer. He has founded several companies in the Bitcoin mining space and is an evangelist and educator for Bitcoin and its importance to the world’s future. He has a degree in...2024-11-271h 31
#MilitantPositivity PodcastEpisode 12: Making Spirits Brighter!In this episode of the Militant Positivity Podcast, host Bob Nelson speaks with Joe Martinez and Claudia Ceballos about their nonprofit initiative, Making Spirits Brighter, which aims to provide a joyful Christmas experience for families in need, particularly those connected to the foster care system. The conversation delves into the origins of the initiative, the selection process for families, the logistics of the event, and the importance of community support and volunteer involvement. They also discuss the future aspirations of the organization and the lasting impact it has on the lives of children and families.
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Pivotal PeopleThe Joy of Closing: How to Become Incredibly Successful in Sales with Bob KingSend us a textDiscover the secrets to becoming a master closer with Bob King, renowned author and sales expert. Bob shares insights from his new book, "The Joy of Closing: The Definitive Guide to Building Trust, Getting the Deal, and Creating Happy Customers." Tune in as we unpack the art of closing sales with integrity, delve into the emotional journey essential for effective salesmanship, and explore how these principles can transform not just your career but also your personal relationships.My career was in sales, and I wish I'd read Bob's book or worked f...2024-11-0640 min
Fresno's BestBob Nelson, Assistant Professor and Former Superintendent of Fresno UnifiedToday, we have Bob Nelson on the show. Nelson was the Superintendent of Fresno Unified for nearly seven years and worked in many capacities in the public school system. He’s now an assistant professor at Fresno State focusing on educating future leaders of our schools. Also, he has a great new podcast called #MilitantPositivity Podcast, which I feel is operating on a similar wavelength of this program. Please enjoy my conversation with Bob Nelson!
Link to #MilitantPositivity Podcast
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The Anatomy of Peace, Fourth Edition: Resolving the Heart of Conflict The Arbinger Inst...2024-10-0348 min
#MilitantPositivity PodcastEpisode 11! Meet Jesus Garcia of High Performance Academy!In this episode of the #MilitantPositivity Podcast, host Bob Nelson interviews Jesus Garcia, founder of High Performance Academy.
They discuss Jesus's journey from a professional soccer player to a youth developer, the challenges he faced growing up, and the mission of his organization to empower youth through sports.
Jesus shares insights on leadership, mentorship, and the importance of community engagement, as well as advice for young people facing challenges. The conversation highlights the transformative power of sports and the impact of High Performance Academy in the Fresno community.
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The RAVIN' RADIO Show and BLUES & ALL THAT JAZZ with Boomer BobRR_092 Boomer Bob subs for Shadrack on Noise & Ditties 09/09/24RR_092 Boomer Bob subs for Shadrack on Noise & Ditties10:00 AM | Sergio Mendes & Brasil '66 Fool on the Hill (Lennon/McCartney)Greatest Hits A&M 1970 CD Jazz 10:03 AM | The Hollies Long Cool Woman (In A Black Dress) - 2003 Remastered Version (Allan Clarke, Roger Cook, Roger Greenaway)The Long Road Home 1963-2003 - 40th Anniversary Collection Parlophone UK 2003 Rock 10:06 AM | Judy Mowatt Concrete JungleGreat Reggae Roots Classics Shanachie 1980 10:11 AM | John Hiatt Before I GoCrossing Muddy Waters Vanguard 2000 10:15 AM | Willie Nelson Sittin' On Top Of The World (Bob Wills, James Robert Wills...2024-09-092h 00
#MilitantPositivity PodcastEpisode 9: Lowell Ens! President and CEO of Exceptional Parents Unlimited in Fresno!Summary
In this episode of the #MilitantPositivity Podcast, Dr. Bob Nelson interviews Lowell Ens, the leader of Exceptional Parents Unlimited (EPU), an organization that supports families with children facing exceptionality. Lowell shares his background and how he ended up in the nonprofit sector. He explains EPU's mission to guide and strengthen families and children with unique needs through early intervention and supportive services. The conversation covers topics such as the challenges of navigating the special education system, the importance of early intervention, and the need for cultural sensitivity in serving diverse communities. Lowell also...2024-09-0628 min
Behavioral Grooves PodcastThe Real Reason Some People Succeed | Bob McKinnonThis week, we dive into a thought-provoking conversation with Bob McKinnon, host of the Attribution podcast and author of America's Dreaming. Bob unpacks the complex factors that determine success and failure, drawing from his own experiences and broader societal influences. He challenges the "fundamental attribution error," where we often credit personal effort over external factors, and how this bias can distort our perceptions of ourselves and others. Through powerful stories, Bob discusses how systemic barriers and limiting beliefs shape life outcomes, emphasizing the need to recognize the roles of luck, privilege, and social connections in our narratives.
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CASA F.A.M.Episode 16: Shaping Futures: Bob Nelson’s Impact on Education and Support for Foster YouthWelcome to today’s episode! We’re thrilled to have Bob Nelson with us. Bob is the Superintendent of Fresno Unified, California’s third-largest school district, serving over 72,000 students. With a rich career spanning roles from Teacher to Chief of Staff, Bob’s impact on education is profound. Before his current role, he was the Superintendent of Chawanakee Unified School District and served Fresno Unified in various capacities for 23 years.Bob also brings academic expertise as a former lecturer at Fresno State and a recent doctorate graduate from USC in Organizational Change and Leadership. Beyond his professional accompli...2024-08-0634 min
#MilitantPositivity PodcastEpisode#7: Embracing the Haters! You CAN Lead Well Even When Others Complain!Summary
In this episode of the Militant Positivity Podcast, Dr. Bob Nelson discusses the importance of not always being liked as a leader. He shares his personal experience of being a chronic people pleaser and how he learned to navigate the challenges of leadership. Dr. Nelson emphasizes the need to prioritize the well-being of children and make decisions that may not always be popular. He advises leaders to ignore negativity and focus on serving others. Ultimately, being disliked by the right people can be a sign of staying true to one's core values.
2024-07-2310 min
Vermont ViewpointHour 1: Bob Nelson - Nelson Ace Hardware, Stuart Ledbetter - State Senate CandidateKevin Ellis talks with local business owner Bob Nelson of Nelson Ace Hardware in Barre about more flooding on the one-year anniversary of last year's flood. Then, Kevin is joined by State Senate candidate Stuart Ledbetter. 2024-07-1245 min
The RAVIN' RADIO Show and BLUES & ALL THAT JAZZ with Boomer BobRR_050 12/23/23 RAVIN' RADIO with Boomer Bob2:00:06 PM | 3:16 | Status Quo | Pictures of Matchstick MenStatus Quo | Picturesque Matchstickable Messages from the Status Quo | 2003 | Castle Communications | Rock | 2:01:47 PM | 3:37 | Kaleidoscope | BanjoDavid Lindley | Kaleidoscope - Pulsating Dreams | 2011 | SME - Legacy Recordings | Rock | 2:05:12 PM | 2:33 | The Monkees | Daily Nightly | Pisces, Aquarius, Capricorn & Jones Ltd. (Deluxe Edition) | 2007 | Rhino | Rock | 2:07:44 PM | 3:32 | Willie Nelson | Just Dropped In (To See What Condition My Condition Was In)Mickey Newbury | The Great Divide | 2002 | UMG - Lost Highway Records | | 2:11:09 PM | 6:49 | Sugarloaf | Green-Eyed Lady | Sugarloaf | 1970 | UMG - Capitol Records | Rock | 2:17:57 PM | 3:47 | Laura Nyro | Stoned Soul PicnicL. Nyro | Eli And The Thirteenth Confession | 1968 | SME - Sony Music CG | | 2:22...2024-06-013h 02
The RAVIN' RADIO Show and BLUES & ALL THAT JAZZ with Boomer BobRavin' Radio EP065 with Boomer Bob 03/28/2413th Floor Elevators Roller Coaster The Psychedelic Sounds of the 13th Floor Elevators International Artists 1966 Booker T. & The MG' S Fannie Mae STAX 1963 Linda Ronstadt The Dark End of the Street Heart Like A Wheel CAPITOL 1974 Dave Van Ronk God Bless the Child Your Baskic Dave Van Ronk Kicking Mule 1982 The Lovin' Spoonful Good Time Music What's Shakin'. ELEKTRA 1966 David Crosby Willie Gene Byrd Parts Miles Davis Walki...2024-05-062h 00
Sounds of BlueSOB 435 - Features: Steve Marriott, Johnny Winter, Paul Kantner, Lou Reed, Bob "Bear" Hite, George Benson, Wes Montgomery, Randy Crawford, Chester Thompson & Kelsey GrammarArtist Song Album Label Notes - Bernard Herrmann Twilight Zone - End Title - Dream Theme 40th Anniversary Twilight Zone - 1st Season - 1959 Silva Treasury - 4CD's 2022 SOB Twilight Zone Theme - Kelsey Grammar Tossed Salads & Scrambled Eggs by Bruce Miller & Darryl Phinnessee Tossed Salads & Scrambled Eggs & Other Frasier Favorites - 2001 Milan - BMG Kelsey Grammer - 69 - George Benson Nassau Girl by Ronnie Foster w/Gadd, Will Lee, Upchurch, Klugh, Jorge Dalto + Living Inside Your Love - 1979 - Tommy LiPuma produced Warner Bros. Geroge Benson - 81 - George Benson Soulful Strut by Eugene Record & W. Sanders Living Ins...2024-03-304h 07
The Wood HoundsCan You Escape A Full Nelson?? An Interview With Bob Nelson of Wolfe Ridge MFGDan and Joe sit down with Bob Nelson of the Wolfe Ridge MFG log splitter company. Bob has created a name for himself in the firewood industry as one of the early pioneers in utilizing social media to market and drive sales. Bob had his start at Metsa Machines where his actions positioned the Japa firewood processors as one of the best selling machines in the USA. Can Bob have the same success at Wolfe Ridge? Listen in and draw your own conclusions. Word to the wise, don't bet against Bob!
2024-01-2438 min
Stand-Up MemoriesStand-Up Memories S4 E25 BOB NELSON, JIFFY JEFF and EPPY EPERMANLaugh Out Loud with Bob Nelson on Stand-Up Memories!
🎤🤣 | Jackie Martling & Peter Bales
🌟 Get ready to laugh till you cry with comedy legend Bob Nelson on this week's "Stand-Up Memories"! 🌟
👉 Hosted by the uproarious Jackie "The Joke Man" Martling and the witty Peter Bales, this episode is a comedic treasure you can't miss!
🎭 Dive into the world of Bob Nelson's most beloved characters – from the hilariously confused football player Eppy Epperman to the unforgettable Jiffy Jeff, the boxer with more quirks than punches.
🔥 Watch as Bob, Jackie, and Peter share behind-the-scenes stories, classic stand-up memories, and the kind of belly laughs that only...2024-01-1735 minSounds of BlueSOB 423 - Features: Jimmy Smith, Dr. John, John Mayall, Paul Butterfield, Lee Michaels, Steve Tyrell, Bob James, Jess Roden & Donald ByrdArtist Song Album Label NotesBernard Herrmann Twilight Zone - End Title - Dream Theme 40th Anniversary Twilight Zone - 1st Season - 1959 Silva Treasury - 4CD's 2022 SOB Twilight Zone ThemeFourplay - Bob James, Rit, East & Mason It Came Upon a Midnight Clear by Edmond Sears & Richard Stors Willis Jazz To The World - 1995 Blue Note Records 2023 Christmas Continues!Bob James Trio Angela (Theme from Taxi) by Bob James Feel Like Making Live - 2021 www.BobJames.com - www.evosound.com Bob James - 84Bob James Trio Feel Like Making Love by Gene McDaniel - Night Crawler by Bob James ...2024-01-074h 03
The RAVIN' RADIO Show and BLUES & ALL THAT JAZZ with Boomer BobRavin' Radio EP033 with Boomer Bob 10/03/23RR_033 PLAYLIST GRATEFUL DEAD Here Comes Sunshine (Demo 1973) WAKE OF THE FLOOD Rhino Records 2023 Red Simpson w/Junior Brown Nitro Express Rig Rock Deluxe Upstart Sounds 1996 Trombone Shorty Do To Me FOR TRUE Verve Forecast 2011 Dick Dale Tidal Wave SUMMER SURF Capitol 1964 CHUCK BERRY Little Marie (Stereo Remix) ROCK 'N' ROLL RARITIES Chess 1986 JOE PASS It Ain_t Neccessarily So Guitar Virtuoso PABLO 1997 Bob Dylan The Heartbreakers Farm Aid 2023 MAGGIE’s FARM POSITIVELY 4th STREET BALLAD OF A THIN MAN The Louvin Brother...2023-10-292h 00
Courage To Leap & LeadCourage to Leap & Lead with Dr. Bob Nelson, part 2 - Episode 147Part 2 of 2
Dr. Bob Nelson is considered the world’s leading authority on employee recognition, motivation and engagement. He is president of Nelson Motivation Inc., a management training and consulting company that specializes in helping organizations improve their management practices, programs and systems. He serves as an Executive Strategist for HR Issus and has worked with 80 percent of the Fortune 500.
He previously worked closely with Dr. Ken Blanchard, "The One Minute Manager" for ten years and currently serves as a personal coach for Dr. Marshall Goldsmith, the world's #1-ranked executive coach.
Dr. Bob ha...2023-10-2426 minCourage To Leap & LeadCourage to Leap & Lead with Dr. Bob Nelson, part 1 - Episode 146Part 1 of 2
Dr. Bob Nelson is considered the world’s leading authority on employee recognition, motivation and engagement. He is president of Nelson Motivation Inc., a management training and consulting company that specializes in helping organizations improve their management practices, programs and systems. He serves as an Executive Strategist for HR Issues and has worked with 80 percent of the Fortune 500.
He previously worked closely with Dr. Ken Blanchard, "The One Minute Manager" for ten years and currently serves as a personal coach for Dr. Marshall Goldsmith, the world's #1-ranked executive coach.
Dr. Bob ha...2023-10-1754 min
The RAVIN' RADIO Show and BLUES & ALL THAT JAZZ with Boomer BobRavin' Radio EP028 with Boomer Bob 09/05/23RR_028 SONGLISTDAVID LINDLY & EL RAYO EX Papa Was A Rolling Stone VERY GREASY Elektra 1998ALLMAN BROS BAND Done Somebody Wrong LIVE FROM A&R STUDIOS 8/26/71 Allman Brothers Records 2016ALLMAN BROS BAND Stormy Monday LIVE FROM A&R STUDIOS 8/26/71 Allman Brothers Records 2016ALLMAN BROS BAND In Memory of Elizabeth ReedbLIVE FROM A&R STUDIOS 8/26/71 Allman Brothers Records 2016 ALAN COHN Shallow WordsCHARLIE PARKER Carvin' The Bird ORINTHOLOGY Society 1966 Recorded Hollywood, February 26, 1947 SAX, Charlie Parker, BASS, Red Callender, DRUMS, Don Lamond, GUITAR, Barney Kessel JACK...2023-09-062h 00
The RAVIN' RADIO Show and BLUES & ALL THAT JAZZ with Boomer BobRavin' Radio EP027 with Boomer Bob 08/29/23RAVIN' RADIO with Boomer BobEpisode #27 08/29/23Time Artist Song Release Label | 10:00 PM | Prison Wine | Bone Digger | Drowning Amanda Lynne | theDIYteam | 10:08 PM | Quicksilver Messenger Service | Pride Of Man - 24-Bit Remastered 02 | Classic Masters | UMG - Capitol Records | 10:12 PM | The Beach Boys | Good Vibrations | The Smile Sessions | Capitol Records | 10:16 PM | Cream | Politician | Gold | Digital Distribution Grenada | 10:20 PM | Aretha Franklin | Sit Down And Cry | This Girl's In Love WIth You | WMG - Rhino Atlantic | 10:26 PM | Nelson Riddle & His Orchestra | The Theme From Route 66 - 1995 Digital Remaster | Ultra-Lounge / Bachelor Pad Royale Volume Four | Capitol Records | 10:26 PM ...2023-08-302h 00
Behind The FunnyEp 312 Bob Nelson "The Comeback Of Nelson Schmelson"Comedy Legend Bob Nelson joins Scott and Ace in the Acement. Bob was once in a comedy group with Rob Bartlett and Eddie Murphy called "The Identical Triplets". In 1985, Rodney Dangerfield's 9th Annual Young Comedians Special introduced major comic like Rita Rudner, Yakov Smirnoff, Sam Kinison, Bob Saget, and Louie Anderson. One standout was Bob Nelson, a hilarious comic with characters like Jiffy Jeff, Eppy Epperman, and the hilarious College All Star Football Team. Many late-night TV appearances, comedy specials and major tours followed (including 8 years opening for Rodney)! Check out Bob at http://www.bobnelson.com/
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The RAVIN' RADIO Show and BLUES & ALL THAT JAZZ with Boomer BobRavin' Radio EP026 with Boomer Bob 08/22/23RR_026 Ravin' Radio with Boomer Bob 08/22/23BUDDY MILLER Don't Wait Universal United House of Prayer NEW WEST 2004 Shorty Long It's A Crying Shame (The Way You Treat A Good Man Like Me) MOWTOWN 1964Earl "Fatha" Hines Rock And Rye An Anthology Of Big Band Swing 1930-1955 [Disc 1] GRP 1993 Fred Wesley & The Horny Horns_Between Two Sheets_A Blow for Me, a Toot to You ATLANTIC 1977 Bill Monroe The Girl In The Blue Velvet Band Bluegrass Bonanza : Classic Bluegrass 1946 - 1950 PROPER BOX 2001 ROSEANNE CASH Roses In The Fir...2023-08-232h 00
The RAVIN' RADIO Show and BLUES & ALL THAT JAZZ with Boomer BobRavin' Radio EP025 with Boomer Bob 08/15/23Time Artist Song Release Label | 10:00 PM | Jules Leyhe | Embryonic Journey | private recording | | 10:02 PM | Bob Marley & The Wailers | Natty Dread | Natty Dread (2013 Remaster) | Universal-Island Records Ltd. | 10:09 PM | The Drifters | This Magic Moment | The Sixties | Warner Music Group - X5 Music Group | 10:11 PM | Wilco | Box Full of Letters | 90s Rock Beyond the Hits | Sire/Warner Records | 10:14 PM | Gil Scott-Heron | Lady Day And John Coltrane | The Revolution Begins: The Flying Dutchman Masters | RCA Victor | 10:18 PM | The Notting Hillbillies | Your Own Sweet Way | Missing...Presumed Having A Good Time | WMG - Rhino Warner | 10:23 PM | Billy May | Summer Samba - Remastered ...2023-08-162h 00
The RAVIN' RADIO Show and BLUES & ALL THAT JAZZ with Boomer BobRavin' Radio EP021 with Boomer Bob 07/25/23DIPLOMATS OF SOLID SOUND Perscription/Pravda 2011Mark Hummel Natural Anthem LIVE Fillmore Tribute Show Yoshi’s NEIL YOUNG & CRAZY HORSE Oh Lonesome Me - Neil Young with Crazy Horse Neil Young ARCHIVES 1963-72 CHUCK BERRY Maybellene single CHESS 1955 MARCIA GRIFFITHS Band Of Gold Play Me Sweet and Nice Sanctuary Records 1970 VELVET UNDERGROUND Rock And Roll LOADED Cotillion Records 1970 MARCIA BALL Let Me Play With Your Poodle LIVE! DOWN THE ROAD SUGARMAN THREE Sock Monkey SUGAR's BOOGALOO Desco Records 1998 3:57 00;36;32BIG MYLES BOY & SHA-WEEZ Who's Bee...2023-07-302h 00
The RAVIN' RADIO Show and BLUES & ALL THAT JAZZ with Boomer BobRavin' Radio EP020 Boomer Bob subs for Carolyn 07/25/23Time Artist Song Release Genre Label | 12:00:00 PM | Mark Hummel | Christo Redentor | Harpbreaker | | Electro-Fi | 12:08:53 PM | Tony Bennett | The Best Is Yet to Come | I Left My Heart In San Francisco | Jazz | Columbia | 12:11:24 PM | Tony Bennett | Begin the Beguine | Fifty Years: The Artistry of Tony Bennett | Jazz | Columbia/Legacy | 12:14:46 PM | Tony Bennett | It Don't Mean a Thing (If It Ain't Got That Swing) [Live at Sony Studios, New York City, NY - April 1994] | MTV Unplugged: Tony Bennett (Live) | Jazz | Columbia/Legacy | 12:17:38 PM | Tony Bennett | Lullaby of Broadway | The Beat of My Heart | Jazz | OKEH | 12:20:41 PM | Tony Bennett | Stella by...2023-07-303h 00
The RAVIN' RADIO Show and BLUES & ALL THAT JAZZ with Boomer BobRavin' Radio EP007 with Boomer Bob 05/09/23A free form show of blues, jazz, funk, soul, psychedelia, bluegrass, Americana, roots, rock and reggae. With your host "Boomer" Bob.RR_006 SONGLISTCOLD BLOOD Kissing My Love THRILLER Reprise 1973 CHARLIE HUNTER TRIO Greasy Granny Bing Bing Bing! BLUE NOTE 1995 Dusty Springfield Tupelo Honey CAMEO Dunhill Records 1973BIG BROTHER &THE HOLDING COMPANY Combination of the Two MONTEREY BOX SET DISC 1992PINK FLOYD Lucifer Sam The Piper At The Gates Of Dawn EMI/COLUMBIA 1967DEEP PURPLE Kentucky Woman mono 45 single Tetragrammaton 1968REUBEN WILSON Nobody Knows You...2023-05-112h 00
Pivotal PeopleEp. 34: Dream Big With Bob GoffSend us a textListen in on our most popular Pivotal People episode yet--our conversation with New York Times bestselling author, Bob Goff. We are re-airing it because he is one in a million--if you missed this episode back in February, here's another chance. He's a friend to everyone he meets, a devoted husband, father, grandfather; a humanitarian, an attorney and even a farmer.If you haven't read Bob's books yet, get started by ordering all of them at https://www.bobgoff.com/books . I loved every single one of them--I've read each o...2022-11-1634 min