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The Corner Office Podcast by AROYA[AUDIO only] The Corner Office Podcast by AROYA: Jeremy Berke on Wishlists and Washington RoadblocksIn today’s episode of The Corner Office Podcast by AROYA, host Greg Dunaway sits down with Jeremy Berke, one of the most respected journalists in the industry—formerly of Business Insider and now with Cultivated News. With sources spanning Capitol Hill and deep ties across the sector, Jeremy brings his trademark candor and insight to dissect the volatile intersection of our market and politics.Greg and Jeremy discuss how presidential rhetoric, particularly from figures like Trump, affects the market and influences industry expectations. They unpack the political dynamics at play—discussing everything from the nuances of resche...
2025-10-0245 min
Chris' Blog Archives - Stunt GrannyActing In Wrestling, Jade Cargill and Roman Reigns
Because WWE Raw is really bugging Chris, him & Kevin kicked off the show talking about acting in wrestling. Due to the topic, their first topic was the Asuka, Kairi Sane, Iyo Sky and Rhea Ripley drama. Starting with Sane & Sky, they talk about how their relationship with Asuka has not been well established. For Ripley, Chris & Kevin believe she should be more Eradicator given the situation. With Bayley having a mental break down, Lyra Valkyria is also in an acting spot that is hard to convey. Before moving on from the women of WWE, your hosts talk...
2025-10-0156 min
The Corner Office Podcast by AROYA[AUDIO] The Corner Office Podcast by AROYA: Surviving the Squeeze. Amy Larson shares brand strategiesIn this episode, host Greg Dunaway sits down with Amy Larson, a seasoned leader in cannabis marketing and operations, for a raw and insightful conversation about the state of the industry.Together, they discuss the realities of market compression, eroding margins, and the painful lessons many brands and operators are facing in today’s cannabis landscape. Drawing from Amy's experience at companies like Tilt and RX Green, you'll hear candid reflections on what it really takes to survive and thrive—hint: it’s not just about chasing the next green rush or hoping for federal reform.Greg...
2025-09-1841 min
The Corner Office Podcast by AROYA[AUDIO only] The Corner Office Podcast by AROYA: The Decline of Profitability with Beau WhitneyGreg Dunaway and Beau Whitney discuss the decline in profitability. If you’re in this business and aren’t waking up to the reality that oversupply is killing your profitability, you are operating on borrowed time. Beau’s data exposes exactly how and why so many are being driven out. If you continue on blindly, you may not survive the next correction. Listen to this podcast right now and make critical adjustments —or join the growing list of failed operators.00:00 Regulation: Evolving Strategies03:58 Challenges of Federally Illegal Businesses08:50 Oregon's Stagnant Market Challenges12:16 Oversuppl...
2025-08-1447 min
The Corner Office Podcast by AROYA[AUDIO only] The Corner Office Podcast by AROYA: Transforming Cannabis in Europe with Timo BongartzIn this episode, host Greg Dunaway sits down with Timo Bongartz, co-founder and CEO of Cannavigia—a leading force in bringing transparency and compliance to the global cannabis market, with a special emphasis on Europe. Timo brings an unparalleled perspective, having navigated regulatory and operational challenges across Europe and beyond, including pioneering projects in Switzerland and adapting to complex EU regulations.In this conversation, Greg and Timo dive into the explosive growth of Germany’s medical cannabis market, the evolving landscape of social clubs and home cultivation, and what it’s really like to attend “Mary Jane,” Berlin’s r...
2025-07-2849 minChris' Blog Archives - Stunt GrannyNight of Champions, Evolution 2 and New Champions
With WWE Night of Champions crowning a new King of the Ring, Chris & Kevin started the show talking about Cody Rhodes. Because he will be challenging John Cena at Summerslam, your hosts to talked about Cena vs CM Punk. Since it’s an easy target, Chris & Kevin talk about Penta sauntering down to the ring to save Punk. To your hosts, this is the AEW-ification of the WWE. Before moving on, they talked about Jade Cargill being crowned Queen of the Ring. With Raw starting out with Rhea Ripley, Chris & Kevin believe we have the main event of...
2025-07-021h 03
Insight with Chris Van VlietRhea Ripley: Mami Is ALWAYS On Top, Dirty Dom, Crazy Fans, Fav WrestleMania Moment, Buddy Matthewshttps://cvvtix.com - Get your tickets for INSIGHT LIVE in NYC with VIP Meet & Greet!Rhea Ripley (@RheaRipley_WWE) is a professional wrestler currently signed with WWE. She sits down with Chris Van Vliet to discuss her rise in WWE, working with Dominik Mysterio and being called "Mami", intergender spots and being compared to Chyna, her favorite WrestleMania moment, her viral stinkface spot with Nia Jax at a house show, an unwanted fan visit to her house, how she came up with the Riptide as her finisher, overcoming anxiety, her husband Buddy Matthews and more!
2025-06-261h 20The Corner Office Podcast by AROYA[AUDIO only] The Corner Office Podcast by AROYA: Resilient CEA and Operations with David CohenIn today’s episode, Greg Dunaway sits down with none other than David Cohen—a name that’ll ring a bell for anyone in the cannabis or CEA space. David’s got three decades of experience scaling tech companies around the world. Still, you probably know him best as the guy who turned Fluence Bioengineering from a $15 million company into a $200 million industry giant, ultimately overseeing its massive $272 million sale.Greg and David cover a ton of ground in this conversation. They get into what it was like for David to step into Fluence right as the “green rush...
2025-06-1347 min
The Corner Office Podcast by AROYA[AUDIO only] The Corner Office Podcast by AROYA: Bryan Passman on Leadership, Culture, and CareersWelcome to another episode of AROYA Office Hours Special Edition, where we sit down with the movers and shakers who shape the industry from behind the scenes. In today’s episode, hosts Greg Dunaway and Bryan Passman—co-founder and CEO of Hunter Esquire, one of the leading talent acquisition firms in cannabis—pull back the curtain on the real state of hiring, leadership, and culture in the cannabis space.Bryan shares his unique perspective as an industry insider trusted with sensitive executive decisions, discussing everything from the turbulence of hiring MSOs (Multi-State Operators) to why tur...
2025-05-2946 min
The Corner Office Podcast by AROYA[AUDIO Only] The Corner Office Podcast by AROYA: Price Compression & Changing Markets with Jamie PearsonOn Office Hours Live Special Edition this week, host Greg Dunaway sits down with trailblazing executive Jamie Pearson. In this candid and wide-ranging conversation, Jamie shares her unique journey from a childhood surrounded by cannabis culture to leading industry mainstays like Bang and shaping cross-border expansion strategies at New Holland Group.00:00 Generosity and Entrepreneurship06:23 Forging Cross-Border Business Success09:23 Market and Price Compression10:49 Market Challenges15:21 Investing in Niche Success17:57 Pre-Revenue Investment Strategy23:27 Talman Group Pitch Training Partnership24:38 Companies Enter European Market29:39 Germany's Ph...
2025-05-1546 min
AROYA Office Hours LIVE[AUDIO only] Office Hours LIVE Ep 136: Designing Future-Proof Facilities, Climate, Airflow, and Data TipsIn this week’s episode, host Cian and resident expert Jason are joined by Anders Peterson, Director of Horticulture at PIPP Horticulture. If you’ve ever marveled at wall-to-wall multi-tier canopies in a grow room, chances are PIPP had a hand in it—and Anders has been at the center of that evolution.Anders kicks things off by sharing his journey, from his early days in the Bay Area working with Prop 215 growers and running his own facilities, to his transition into high-tech vertical cultivation design across the globe. Together, the trio explore the state of the...
2025-05-0959 minThe Corner Office Podcast by AROYA[AUDIO Only] The Corner Office Podcast by AROYA: Jason Washington's Journey and TriumphsGet ready for a powerful story of resilience, innovation, and entrepreneurship in the industry. In this special edition of AROYA Office Hours LIVE, host Greg Dunaway sits down with multifaceted cannabis leader Jason Washington for a candid conversation about triumph over adversity and the relentless drive it takes to succeed in this fast-evolving space.From his early days as a college football quarterback in Montana to building an empire—and later facing down federal prosecution—Jason shares his incredible journey into the heart of cannabis cultivation, business, and advocacy. You'll hear about the highs of rapid business grow...
2025-05-0143 min
Insight with Chris Van VlietBuddy Matthews On Rhea Ripley, Ankle Injury Update, AEW, Aleister BlackBuddy Matthews (@SNM_Buddy) is a professional wrestler currently signed to AEW. He sits down with Chris Van Vliet in Las Vegas to discuss signing with AEW following his WWE release, joining the House of Black and what's next for him and Hounds of Hell now that Malakai Black has left AEW, his ankle injury at Grand Slam and still wrestling Kazuchika Okada, being married to Rhea Ripley, a possible WWE return and working with Ripley in a storyline and more!Quote I'm thinking about: “You will never reach your destination if you stop and throw stones at...
2025-04-291h 15
How to SurviveHow to Survive: Alien Resurrection (1997)How to Survive is now on Patreon! Support us at Patreon.com/HowtoSurvivePod to get every episode one week early, plus monthly bonus episodes and more. It’s episode 299…My mommy always said there were no monsters. No real ones. But there are. Alien Resurrection (1997) is the concluding chapter in the Alien Quadrilogy, and introduces Ripley 8, a supercharged Xeno-human hybrid of Ellen Ripley, cloned in a lab to act as a genetic vessel to recover the Xenomorphs from the annals of history 200 years after both they and Ripley were obliterated in molten lava at the end...
2025-04-0258 min
AROYA Office Hours LIVE[AUDIO only] Office Hours LIVE Ep 132: Adapting Cultivation Practices for Market SuccessWelcome to another episode of Office Hours LIVE, where we explore the intricate world of commercial horticulture. In today's episode, host Cian and expert Seth Baumgartner navigate the complexities of substrate EC, irrigation strategies, and the optimization of growing conditions under various lighting environments. The duo discusses the importance of understanding your market, making responsible business decisions, and investing in key cultivation areas to remain competitive in a fluctuating industry. They also touch on plant breeding and phenotype selection challenges, offering actionable advice for novice and seasoned growers. 00:00 Enhanced Accuracy of TERO...
2025-02-211h 01
Your Favorite Bad Movie PodcastEpisode 40: Shallow Hal featuring Briar Ripley Page and Flann DelaneyChris and Anna welcome fellow couple Briar Ripley Page and Flann Delaney to discuss their pick, the 2001 film “Shallow Hal.” This Romantic Comedy by the Farrelly brothers attempts to show that beauty is more than skin deep, by being not actually romantic, nor very funny, and reveling in only surface-level commentary and thought. So it’s pretty bad, but can we find some good in talking about it? Tune in to find out.
2025-02-091h 36
AROYA Office Hours LIVE[AUDIO only] Office Hours LIVE Ep 128: Moms, Airflow, and Irrigation TipsHello and welcome back to another episode of AROYA Office Hours LIVE Episode 128, your go-to source for cultivation education! I'm your host, Kaisha, and we are thrilled to reach episode 128. Today, we have an engaging discussion lined up with experts Jason, Seth, and special guest Cian.This episode is packed with valuable insights directly from our live audience's questions. We start by diving deep into a question on the complexities of fertigation schedules and dryback percentages for newly transplanted clones. From there, we touch on volumetric water content raised by the community and discuss the i...
2025-01-311h 01AROYA Office Hours LIVE[AUDIO only] Office Hours LIVE Ep 128: Moms, Airflow, and Irrigation TipsHello and welcome back to another episode of AROYA Office Hours LIVE Episode 128, your go-to source for cultivation education! I'm your host, Kaisha, and we are thrilled to reach episode 128. Today, we have an engaging discussion lined up with experts Jason, Seth, and special guest Cian.This episode is packed with valuable insights directly from our live audience's questions. We start by diving deep into a question on the complexities of fertigation schedules and dryback percentages for newly transplanted clones. From there, we touch on volumetric water content raised by the community and discuss the i...
2025-01-241h 05
AROYA Office Hours LIVE[AUDIO only] Office Hours LIVE Ep 124: Dryback Strategies and RunoffIn this episode, our experts, Seth, Jason, and Cian unpack the 50% dryback strategy, answer your questions about runoff expectations, and explore the impact of irrigation techniques on plant metabolism. We'll also shine a light on how media size, field capacity, and saturation levels can influence successful plant growth and discuss the challenges growers face when using different terminologies and measurements.Plus, highlight the critical role of sensors in accurate water content measurement, the benefits of numerical data for consistent plant care, and the intricacies of nutrient delivery systems. Plus, we'll delve into the nuances of d...
2024-12-131h 03
AROYA Office Hours LIVE[AUDIO only] Office Hours LIVE Ep 123: Moisture Management in Rockwool and CocoWelcome to Episode 123 of AROYA Office Hours LIVE! I'm Kaisha, your host, joined by co-host Cian and our cultivation experts Jason and Seth. Today, we'll look into the intricacies of water management in cultivation, focusing on rockwool media, proper sensor placement, and effective irrigation strategies to prevent plant stress and wilting. We'll also explore how these practices impact yield and quality, and share tips on optimizing pot sizes, using data logging for accurate monitoring, and maintaining clean water systems to prevent issues like algae growth.We've got insightful advice responding to que...
2024-11-221h 01AROYA Office Hours LIVE[AUDIO only] Office Hours LIVE Ep 122: Taming VPD and pH for Optimal GrowthWelcome to episode 122 of Office Hours LIVE, brought to you by AROYA. Hosts Jason, Cian, and Kaisha explore plant cultivation with expert insights. We cover vital aspects of plant growth and environmental control, focusing on nutrient balance, pH levels, and the critical role of Vapor Pressure Deficit (VPD) during flowering stages. Jason shares his experience from various growing facilities, offers practical tips on managing low pH, and introduces valuable tools like the VPD calculator and the updated dryback tool for optimizing plant health. We also touch on the holistic approach to growing, including eng...
2024-11-1549 minAROYA Office Hours LIVE[AUDIO Only] Office Hours LIVE Ep 121: Effective Root Inspection and Biosecurity MeasuresIn this episode, Cian provides valuable insights into plant care, highlighting the importance of stem and root examinations to prevent issues like crown rot and root contamination. We also explore medium-specific concerns, including pH issues in rockwool and coco.Our discussion emphasizes the role of Vapor Pressure Deficit (VPD) in maintaining plant health, and we provide practical guidance on balancing temperature and humidity to optimize yield. We touch on the significance of proactive pest management and biosecurity measures to safeguard your crops. Alongside listener Q&A, we address topics ranging from CO2 levels and light i...
2024-11-081h 03
AROYA Office Hours LIVE[AUDIO only] Office Hours LIVE Ep 120: Lighting, Irrigation, and Data-Driven InsightsIn Episode 120, Kaisha, Seth, Jason, and Cian discuss advanced cultivation techniques and the latest industry trends. We explore the intricate details of lighting, from far-red light and its impact on phytochromes to the benefits of transitioning from HPS to LED systems. Seth and Jason tackle the complexities of managing irrigation strategies, balancing generative and vegetative growth, and the critical importance of data in optimizing cultivation practices.We discuss everything from flower formation and environmental control to the nuances of growing in coco versus soil. Learn about the challenges small businesses face in balancing interesting plant v...
2024-11-0159 minAROYA Office Hours LIVE[AUDIO only] Office Hours LIVE Ep 119: Cultivation Tips on Defoliation and Nutrient ManagementIn today's installment, Kaisha, Cian, and Jason explore the intricate world of cultivation. We tackle various pressing issues that both novice and seasoned growers face. From media size and defoliation techniques to managing nutrient feeds and understanding the importance of substrate size and oxygenation, this discussion promises to offer invaluable insights.Jason also sheds light on the industry's shift towards alternative nutrients for cleaner produce and better ripening, emphasizing the balanced use of Vapor Pressure Deficit (VPD), pH levels, and substrate wetting practices. Listeners can expect a thorough discussion on lighting strategies, the role of C...
2024-10-2551 min
Insight with Chris Van VlietDominik Mysterio On Liv Morgan, Rhea Ripley, Eddie Guerrero, His "Deadbeat Dad" Rey MysterioDominik Mysterio (@DomMysterio35) is a professional wrestler with WWE. He sits down with Chris Van Vliet at Circa Resort and Casino in Las Vegas to talk about WrestleMania 41 tickets going on sale, his recent love triangle with Liv Morgan and Rhea Ripley, being the son of the legendary Rey Mysterio, his debut match against Seth Rollins at SummerSlam 2020, being CM Punk's first WWE match in 10 years, why he loves chicken tenders so much, his order at In-N-Out burger, being inspired by Eddie Guerrero, his epic mullet and much more!Quote I'm thinking about: “The pe...
2024-10-2556 min
AROYA Office Hours LIVE[AUDIO only] Office Hours LIVE Ep 118: Essential Cultivation Tips, Lighting, Molds, and HumidityWelcome to Episode 118 of AROYA Office Hours LIVE! In this episode, hosts Rachel, Cian, and Jason talk about various aspects of cultivation. From managing humidity and preventing mold growth to optimizing lighting and controlling plant height, we cover a wide range of topics that are crucial for every grower. We explore the best practices for maintaining ideal conditions during the vegetation phase, address common concerns like necrosis and nutrient deficiencies, and discuss innovative technologies like TEROS sensors for better monitoring. Jason shares insights on improving plant aroma, selective seed breeding, and ensuring consistency in...
2024-10-1151 minAROYA Office Hours LIVE[AUDIO only] Office Hours LIVE Ep 117: Data-Driven Strategies for Boosting Cultivar Performance, YieldToday, Rachel steps in as moderator while Kaisha enjoys a well-deserved vacation. Blending scientific insights with practical advice, our dynamic hosts Jason, Seth, and Cian talk about optimizing plant growth, especially under evolving cultivation conditions. Join us as Cian, part of AROYA's agronomic client success team, shares his experiences with monitoring multiple cultivars and optimizing irrigation strategies using detailed dashboard data. We discuss the importance of understanding the microclimate's impact on plant behavior and the essential role of sensors in identifying potential issues like clogged emitters. The episode also explores effective strategies for env...
2024-10-041h 00AROYA Office Hours LIVE[AUDIO only] Office Hours LIVE Ep 116: Growth Phases and Irrigation StrategiesIn today's episode, we explore several critical aspects of growing—from morning watering strategies and balancing irrigation patterns, to the science of developing new strains and the importance of documentation in crop registration. We'll also tackle your questions about managing substrate EC, transitioning plants from vegging to flowering, and effectively using advanced control technologies like PID systems for optimal environmental management. We cover practical advice on maintaining ideal water content and nutrient levels, as well as the latest advancements in LED lighting technology. Tune in and don't forget to subscribe and leave us a rev...
2024-09-271h 03AROYA Office Hours LIVE[AUDIO only] Office Hours LIVE Ep 115: Free calculator for dialing in your irrigation strategyIn this episode, our host Jason takes the reins solo as we explore the latest irrigation approaches, adjustment strategies, and the vital generative versus vegetative phases in plant growth. You'll get an in-depth introduction to the FREE AROYA Irrigation Calculator, a powerful tool designed to streamline your irrigation planning. We’ll discuss the nuances of managing irrigation in various substrates like rockwool and coco, and answer community questions around calculating runoff, rooting indicators, and managing pH levels. We'll also touch on practical advice for ensuring uniform plant growth, optimizing nutrient use, and setting up effective stan...
2024-09-1343 min
Insight with Chris Van VlietDamian Priest On Rhea Ripley, Wrestling Bad Bunny, Winning The World Heavyweight Championship At WM40Damian Priest (@ArcherOfInfamy) is a professional wrestler currently signed with WWE. He sits down with Chris Van Vliet in Cleveland, OH to discuss his Money in the Bank victory in 2023 that led to his World Heavyweight Championship reign that began at WrestleMania 40, wrestling Bad Bunny at Backlash in Puerto Rico and what that match meant to him, his time in The Judgment Day, his friendship with Rhea Ripley, R-Truth getting him to break character live TV, nearly giving up on his dreams of becoming a professional wrestler, what a Gunther chop feels like and more....
2024-09-031h 08AROYA Office Hours LIVE[AUDIO only] Office Hours LIVE Ep 114: Balancing VPD, Humidity, and Temp for Optimal Plant YieldsIn this episode, hosts Jason, Seth, and Kaisha talk about the intricacies of optimizing irrigation strategies, the nuances of managing pH and nutrient levels, and the importance of precision in commercial plant production. Seth discusses the significance of monitoring dryback in the early stages of growth, Jason explains the minimal impact of volumetric water content in hydroponic media, and Kaisha shares insightful poll results from various facility types.Together, they tackle your burning questions on topics ranging from adding mycorrhizae to media and using air pumps in nutrient reservoirs, to troubleshooting pH fluctuations and managing V...
2024-08-301h 03
AROYA Office Hours LIVE[AUDIO Only] Office Hours LIVE Ep 113: The Science of Growing: Balancing pH, VPD, and NutrientsOn this week's show, your hosts Jason, Kaisha, and Seth talk about the nuances of cultivation, with a spotlight on optimizing plant nutrition and environmental control. Episode 113 covers a wide array of critical topics, including the use of molasses in living soil systems, the challenges of using it in hydroponics, and the ideal range for BPD (leaf vapor pressure deficit) swings to prevent mold and pathogen issues. Plus, the importance of maintaining humidity levels and temperature to foster healthy plant growth, and the potential effects of transitioning light sources on plant morphology. The tea...
2024-08-231h 03AROYA Office Hours LIVE[AUDIO only] Office Hours LIVE Episode 112: Balancing EC and Water Content for Best Plant GrowthWelcome to Episode 112 of AROYA Office Hours LIVE! In this episode, hosts Kaisha and Seth cover the intricacies of cultivation. And they tackle questions from our audience, providing expert insights on maintaining root temperatures using drip feed systems and rockwool unislabs paired with LED lights. Seth shares valuable tips on room control, airflow, and the importance of biosecurity protocols, including using hypochlorous acid for sanitation. Plus, reservoir aeration, the impact of water temperature on dissolved oxygen, and the challenges of managing EC levels in flood and drain systems. Seth talks about pot...
2024-08-1651 minAROYA Office Hours LIVE[AUDIO only] Office Hours LIVE Ep 111: Reach for the Green. Growing with Cookies U Class of 2024In Episode 111, your hosts Kaisha and Jason are thrilled to welcome the Class of 2024 from Cookies U, an innovative program dedicated to providing hands-on, science-based education for its students. This incredible initiative focuses on social equity, offering opportunities for underrepresented individuals to gain industry knowledge while receiving comprehensive support, including financial assistance and access to expert guidance.Joining us today are guests Yancy, Jillian, Sydney, Vicky, and Brian, who share their transformative experiences with the program. They praise the program for its life-changing impact and the wealth of practical skills and networking opportunities it...
2024-08-091h 01
Your Favorite Bad Movie PodcastEpisode 13: "Manos" The Hands of Fate featuring Briar Ripley PageThere are those out there that will tell you that "Manos" The Hands of Fate is the worst film ever made, and they have a point! We're joined by author and poet Briar Ripley Page to talk about their favorite bad movie, the MST3K classic that taught a generation how to watch bad movies. Tune in, you don't want to miss it!
2024-08-041h 18AROYA Office Hours LIVE[AUDIO only] Office Hours LIVE Ep 110: Defoliation and Its Impact on Bud Development, steeringIn today's info-packed episode, we're talking how to optimize your grow environment to maximize plant health and yields. Jason shares tips for mitigating mold and mildew issues by dialing in your VPD, utilizing silica additives and foliar sprays, and understanding strain-specific growth factors. We also explore advanced techniques like using monopotassium phosphate to accelerate flowering times, gradually lowering light and CO2 levels late in flowering to reduce excess sugars, and the pros and cons of under-canopy lighting.Lighting is a hot topic, as we field questions about dimming LEDs through the growth cycle, matching PAR r...
2024-08-0246 min
AROYA Office Hours LIVE[AUDIO only] Office Hours LIVE Ep 109: Optimizing Cultivation, Water, Nutrients, and Light StrategiesJoin hosts Seth, Jason, and Kaisha as they explore plant health, specifically focusing on water uptake, nutrient levels, and the impact of different growing mediums like Promix, coco, and rockwool. Discover how rapid changes in electrical conductivity (EC) can lead to leaf edge necrosis and tip burn, particularly in the late flower stage, and explore the trade-offs between plant health, energy input, and crop yield.They respond to audience questions on everything from osmotic pressure and re-vegetation due to light schedule mistakes to the optimal day and night temperature and VPD targets. They'll offer actionable a...
2024-07-261h 02
AROYA Office Hours LIVE[AUDIO only] Office Hours LIVE Ep 108: The Science of Root Health: Oxygen, Water, and NutrientsWelcome back to another episode of AROYA Office Hours LIVE! In this packed 108th episode, your hosts Seth, Kaisha, and Jason dive deep into the science and techniques behind optimal cultivation. From understanding the crucial role of water content in plant substrates to managing substrate EC and pH, the team breaks down the complexities of maintaining plant health on a large scale. Tune in as Seth shares invaluable insights on the impact of environmental factors on botrytis growth and the diversified world of genetics. Jason and Seth also discuss key strategies for effective irrigation and root health, e...
2024-07-201h 10
AROYA Office Hours LIVE[Audio only] Office Hours LIVE Ep 107: Essential Cultivation Tips on Leaf Removal, Light, AirflowWelcome to Episode 107 of AROYA Office Hours LIVE, your go-to source for cultivation education! Hosted by Jason and Kaisha, this episode dives deep into essential cultivation techniques and strategies to help you optimize your grow. We'll cover everything from efficient leaf removal methods to maintaining optimal light intensity during the transition from veg to flower. Along the way, we'll explore the impact of airflow on plant health, the relationship between light levels, temperature, and photosynthesis, and the nuances of proper irrigation and substrate management. Plus, we'll tackle live viewer questions about reducing airflow at night, ma...
2024-06-2839 min
AROYA Office Hours LIVE[Audio only] Office Hours LIVE Ep 106: Commercial Cultivation, Efficiency and Profitability TipsIn Episode 106, we're diving into the nuanced world of cultivation, exploring everything from low-stress training techniques to the intricacies of managing commercial grow operations. We unpack the challenges of reducing vegetative time, the importance of root zone monitoring, and the balancing act required to maintain optimal Electrical Conductivity (EC) levels in your plants. Seth shares his expertise on the impact of genetic variability in strains, the benefits of using advanced sensor technology, and offers strategic advice on strain selection and cultivation. We also discuss the critical role of nutrient and pH management in ach...
2024-06-1458 min
AROYA Office Hours LIVE[AUDIO only] Office Hours LIVE Ep 105: Mastering Genetics, Insights from Dewey Scientific's Jordan ZagerHosts Seth, Jordan Zager, Kaisha, and Jason explore the strategic pheno hunts conducted each winter, examining around 5000 seeds to find the best plants for production. We discuss the importance of balancing production schedules, resources, and the need for advanced greenhouse space in genetic breeding.Plus, optimizing cultivation techniques, managing environmental challenges, and ensuring genetic stability. Jordan Zager, a biochemist and founder of Dewey Scientific, offers a peek into the company’s groundbreaking work on powdery mildew resistance and the significance of genetic research in shaping the future of cultivation.We’ll also dive into...
2024-06-071h 08
AROYA Office Hours LIVE[AUDIO Only] Office Hours LIVE Ep 104: Cultivation Mastery: Irrigation, CO2, and SubstratesIn this episode, we're diving into the intricacies of cultivation, offering expert insights that can help you optimize your grow. We'll tackle the challenges of hand watering and the benefits of automated irrigation systems, and explore the nuances of CO2 supplementation and temperature control for different lighting setups. Plus, we'll discuss the importance of substrate size, pH levels, and nutrient management, and share tips for enhancing plant growth through training techniques and lighting manipulation. Whether you're a seasoned grower or just starting out, this episode is packed with valuable information to help you man...
2024-05-3156 minAROYA Office Hours LIVE[AUDIO only] Office Hours LIVE Ep 103: Cultivate Like a Pro: Tips on Lighting, Irrigation, and moreIn this episode, hosts Kaisha, Seth, Jason are joined by guest Rachel to delve into the intricate world of cultivation. From the transition from HPS to LED lighting to the importance of monitoring plant water consumption, this episode is packed with valuable insights and practical tips. Join the discussion on optimizing plant growth, adjusting feeding strategies, and the debate on pot choices for root growth. Stay tuned as the hosts answer viewer questions and share their expertise on maximizing plant health and quality. Let's dive into the world of cultivation education with AROYA Office Hours LI...
2024-05-281h 00
The Wrestlegeddon PodcastEPISODE 232: RIPLEY VACATES TITLE, GABLE TURNS HEEL AND AEW DYNASTY PREVIEWRhea Ripley vacates title due to injury, Chad Gable snaps, and picks and preview for AEW Dynasty.Dubby is the only brand who is Waging War on Big Energy! Dubby actually works - giving you energy and focus with ZERO jitters or crash. Dubby also has the best custom flavors in the industry. Use the link below to save 10% off your order!https://www.dubby.gg/discount/Wrestlegeddon?ref=UREbwLwGG5ZayQAlso check out Entertainment Earth for your collectible and action figure fixes! Use the...
2024-04-201h 41The Wrestlegeddon PodcastEPISODE 232: RIPLEY VACATES TITLE, GABLE TURNS HEEL AND AEW DYNASTY PREVIEWRhea Ripley vacates title due to injury, Chad Gable snaps, and picks and preview for AEW Dynasty.Dubby is the only brand who is Waging War on Big Energy! Dubby actually works - giving you energy and focus with ZERO jitters or crash. Dubby also has the best custom flavors in the industry. Use the link below to save 10% off your order!https://www.dubby.gg/discount/Wrestlegeddon?ref=UREbwLwGG5ZayQAlso check out Entertainment Earth for your collectible and action figure fixes! Use the...
2024-04-201h 41
Insight with Chris Van VlietAskCVV #27 - The Triple H Era, Rhea Ripley Injured, Chad Gable Turns Heel, The Rock Is More JACKED Than EverWelcome back to another #AskCVV episode! On this one Chris answers questions about the new 'Triple H Era' of wrestling, the smaller stage setups on Raw and Smackdown, who will be the new WWE Women's World Heavyweight Champion now that Rhea Ripley is out with an injury, Chad Gable's heel turn, the best wrestlers from Canada, LA Knight and AJ Styles' fight during the WrestleMania 40 Press Day, how to be a content creator for $0, being on the set of "The Love Guru" with Mike Myers and much more. If you have a question that you want answered on the nex...
2024-04-191h 10
Cartoon Night in CanadaEpisode 95 - Ripley's Believe It or Not!: The Animated SeriesBelieve It or Not, those coffee table books of weird and strange facts from around the world were once a part of a thriving media empire that at one point included cheaply produced French-Canadian Satutday morning cartoons. Sylvie and Chris catch up with the Ripley brand in the late 90s and discover a surprisingly educational and admirable attempt to translate the compendium of global oddities into a jetsetting, mystery-busting adventure series. Outside of the signature, lowly Cinar animation, the show surprisingly holds up. Plus, our scorching hot takes on the 2018 horror film Winchester.
Episode 7 covered for the podcast was "Ghost...
2024-02-241h 00
Virtually AgileS7 - E2 - Chris Williams & Ryan Ripley - Healthy debate around Themed Retros & the need to focus on valueIn this 1 hour episode I'm joined by 2x guests Chris Williams & Ryan Ripley
Chris Williams is an Agile Coach and Podcaster at Badass Agile
and Ryan Ripley is the Co-founder of Agile for Humans & Professional Scrum Trainer
We explore:
- why my 2x guests are against the idea of themed retrospectives
- the misconceptions about themed retros
- and the need to focus on value
2024-01-3159 min
Insight with Chris Van VlietCathy Kelley On Returning To WWE, Rhea Ripley, Random DMs, Triple H & Stephanie McMahonCathy Kelley (@cathykelley) is a journalist, TV host and backstage interviewer for WWE. She sits down with Chris Van Vliet in Hollywood, CA to talk about her decision to leave WWE in 2020 and what made her return in October 2022, how she got started in broadcasting, moving to Los Angeles, what she learned working in NXT, her favorite interview moments, the relationship she has with Stephanie McMahon and Triple H, working with Rhea Ripley, her thoughts on Grayson Waller, what kind of DMs she receives and much more!Sponsors: MYBOOKIE: Get a 50% welcome b...
2023-09-121h 02
Cali Connect Wrestling PodcastEp. 6 CA-USA Wrestling Women's Director Malinda RipleyThe Coaches chat with Ca-USA wrestling women's director Malinda Ripley and talk about the growth of women's wrestling, the success of California's women's team and her coaching philosophies. Malinda was one of California first girls to win a Fargo title and is currently the Head Coach at Albany High School.
2023-01-301h 10
The Sports Media PodcastEpisode 63: World Cup, MLS & Pac-12 Trends; plus Chris Ripley’s FallIn this week’s Marchand and Ourand Sports Media Podcast sponsored by WSC SportsThe latest developments in the Pac-12’s media rights negotiations and MLS’ push to get a traditional TV network to carry its games next season are the top two podcasts on this week’s pod. Hosts Andrew Marchand and John Ourand also spend some time on whether Fox Sports’ production of the World Cup from Qatar is getting better and they parse some of NBC honcho Mark Lazarus’ comments from SBJ’s Media Innovators conference in New York City. As always, Marc...
2022-12-0741 min
The Chris & Sandy ShowThe Chris & Sandy Show With Comedian Jimmie LeeWe had a blast with comedian Jimmie Lee on The Chris & Sandy Show. We talked about parts of his story, why he became a comedian, he told so great stories and a ton of jokes plus a whole lot more! This guy is just hilarious and you will see why we say that as you watch this show! Los Angeles Ca- Comedian, TV Personality, and Reality star Jimmie Lee, has become wildly popular nationally with his brand of comedy, many say he is a cross between a modern-day Don Rickles and Andrew Dice Clay.Just who...
2022-11-1534 min
Read, White & BlueEscaping the Echo Chamber | Guest: Amanda Ripley (High Conflict)Speaker Sprowls sits down with New York Times bestselling author and renowned investigative journalist, Amanda Ripley. Discussing her latest book, "High Conflict: Why We Get Trapped and How We Get Out," the Speaker and Ripley explore how conflicts of opposite extremes extort the reality that lies somewhere in the middle of most situations. In a culture that rewards polarization, politicians and journalists alike could stand to escape the echo chamber of our own perspectives.
2022-03-0837 min
The Chris Carlisle ShowMemphis Trip 2014, Houston Astros game 2021 and more.Episode 2 - Chris's Podcast's podcastTalking about going to Memphis, Tennessee in 2014, and going to see the Houston Astros and visiting Ripley's Believe It Or Not and The Palace of Wax Museum recently.
2021-09-0107 min
The Rewired SoulWhy We Get Trapped by High Conflict with Amanda RipleyEpisode NotesWhy is it so difficult for us to have healthy conflict? Whether it's politics or differences of opinions with the people in our lives, our emotions take control or we avoid conflict altogether. Today's guest, Amanda Ripley, talks with us about her new book High Conflict and what we can do to avoid getting trapped, and how we can have healthy conflict with others. Follow Amanda on Twitter @amandaripleyGet a copy of High ConflictFor the interview transcript visit www.TheRewiredSoul.com/interviews...
2021-07-0139 min
The Rewired SoulWhy We Get Trapped by High Conflict with Amanda RipleyEpisode Notes
Why is it so difficult for us to have healthy conflict? Whether it's politics or differences of opinions with the people in our lives, our emotions take control or we avoid conflict altogether. Today's guest, Amanda Ripley, talks with us about her new book High Conflict and what we can do to avoid getting trapped, and how we can have healthy conflict with others.
Follow Amanda on Twitter @amandaripley
Get a copy of High Conflict
For the interview transcript visit www.TheRewiredSoul.com/interviews
Follow @TheRewiredSoul on Twitter and...
2021-07-0139 min
ScareZone - Halloween Horror Nights PodcastScareZone's "See You At Finnegan's After Party" with Jason Surrell, Chris Ripley, Scott GarlandWe are wrapping up #HHNatHome with ScareZone's "See You At Finnegan's After Party" with special guests Jason Surrell, Chris Ripley, Scott Garland ! We talk merch, the vinyl, release, a few rumors and cover Bill and Ted Face the Music. #hhn30 #hhn Halloween Horror Nights
2020-09-131h 25
Bloom in TechSinclair CEO Chris Ripley on Future TV and the Video Sea of BloodThe head of the nation's largest group of local TV stations, CEO Chris Ripley of Sinclair Broadcast Group, took the stage at the recent NAB NY conference to talk about how ATSC 3.0 will supercharge local broadcasting; the "antiquated" TV viewing experience; what the company might try to buy next; how Sinclair hopes to STIRR the streaming video pot; why the Tennis Channel is perfectly positioned for a sports gambling future; and why Sinclair won't compete directly in the "sea of blood" with Netflix, Hulu, Amazon and other tech giants. His interviewer, Rick Howe, dodged some juicy subjects, but there's plenty...
2018-10-2931 minScareZone - Halloween Horror Nights PodcastSLAUGHTER SINEMA + Chris Ripley ReturnsWe break down the original house Slaughter Sinema and Chris Ripley returns for all the fun. Patreon.com/scarezone Click Here To Get Chris's New HHN Guide
2018-06-2231 min
How I Raised It - The podcast where we interview startup founders who raised capital.Ep. 39 How I Raised It with Chris Ripley of Smarter Sorting on 4.4.2018Produced by Foundersuite.com, "How I Raised It" goes behind the scenes with startup founders who have raised capital. This episode is with Chris Ripley, CEO of Smarter Sorting (www.smartersorting.com) which makes software to help cities better sort hazardous household waste.
The Company recently raised a $5M seed round led by from RTP Ventures. Previous investors include 415 Investments, McCune Capital, Niagra Business & Innovation Fund, Texas Venture Labs, Austin Technology Incubator and others.
in this episode, Chris talks about raising money for an "unsexy" startup, raising capital from investors who (originally) said "no," what to ask VCs in the...
2018-04-1332 min
Dis After Dark a Disney fans podcast all about all things DisneyDaD#141 - The Return of Chris Ripley, Movie Talk and Autism & a cutting review of AulaniThe Return of Chris Ripley, Movie Talk and Autism
2017-07-251h 51
TelevisionationRadio [itvt]: TVOT SF 2017 Keynote: Chris Ripley, President and CEO of Sinclair[itvt] is pleased to present an audio recording of the TVOT SF 2017 keynote fireside which featured Chris Ripley, President and CEO of Sinclair Broadcast Group, in conversation with Rick Howe, The iTV Doctor The session was described in the show brochure as follows:"Under Chris Ripley's leadership, Sinclair Broadcast Group has been at the forefront of driving advanced-TV innovation, particularly when it comes to pushing forward adoption of the new ATSC 3.0 standard. This year alone, the company has teamed with Nexstar and Univision on an ATSC 3.0 consortium tasked with "promot[ing] innovation and develop[ing] and explor[ing...
2017-07-1720 min
How to SurviveHow to Survive: Aliens (1986)It's episode 37, and a returning favourite: Lt. Ellen Ripley and her travelling band of Alien killers. Aliens (1986) sees Ripley wake up to find out that everyone she ever knew has died... but every cloud has a silver lining. Ripley is able to put her grief and PTSD to good use by travelling with a group of Space Marines to fight an entire planet of Xenomorphs for one of the most iconic action movies of all time. We talk about one of the importance of crisis management when your career involves being in a lot of c...
2016-04-2757 min
Practice Autonomy PodcastIntroducing the Dr. Chris Griffin ShowThe Dr. Chris Griffin Show Episode 000
During a weak moment this past Fall, I considered scrapping the entire Winning Dentist program which I had built from scratch as a labor of love because I felt like I wasn’t delivering enough significance to enough people.
Then, I had a sure enough ‘heart-to-heart’ with myself.
What came out of that moment was the most profound undertaking we have ever attempted, the Dr. Chris Griffin Show. Episode 000 holds the reasons and the goals we hope to achieve.
In this episode you will learn:
The...
2016-01-0824 min
Are You Serious?Episode Three Hundred Fifty SixEpisode Three Hundred Fifty Six: "Highway Patrol, this is William-356, southbound on highway!"
This week, Chris and Frank talk movies and news, Nova and Ripley talk Australia and Ripley reads a short story she wrote.
Check out Reverend Scott's webcomic, Bats v Supes
Music on this episode is from "The Art of War" and "The Dead Elvi."
Follow Chris, Frank and Scott on twitter
Send feedback to areyouseriouspodcast@gmail.com
2015-07-101h 19
Ripley Radio: An On-Demand Oddcast Archives - WebTalkRadio.netRipley Radio: An On-Demand Oddcast – Two-Headed Babies & Visiting a Bordello MuseumThe birth of conjoined twins is more common than most people think in these modern times. This week on Ripley Radio, the official radio program of Ripley’s Believe It or Not! we take a look at this birth phenomena and learn where most of the two-headed children are born and which sex – male or female – has the best chance of survival. Ripley’s Roadside America expert, Chad Lewis returns with another road trip suggestion. This time, he takes us to Idaho to a Bordello Museum and to a small town shaped like a horseshoe.
Additional Weird and Wack...
2014-06-1655 min
I Think You're Overthinking ItMuscles RipleyIt’s some hostful fun to help you get through your week! Jonah tells a story that nearly kills Matt from laughter, Matt got a new bike and Chris learns how to make proper eye contact! Also, Matt and Jonah are doing a live podcast of their own on June 5th in Phoenix!
2014-05-2100 minRipley Radio: An On-Demand Oddcast Archives - WebTalkRadio.netRipley Radio: An On-Demand Oddcast – Eating Too Many Twinkies & Drinking Too Much ColaTwas the week before Christmas and things got weirder than usual on Ripley Radio, the official radio broadcast of Ripley’s Believe It or Not! We hear how hot-dog eating champion Joey Chestnut added dessert to his repertoire and won a Twinkie eating contest by downing more than 10 pounds of those sweet little delights accounting for 18,000-plus calories! And, Jodi Pliszka reveals how drinking a whole lot of cola over a long period of time, can be quite detrimental to your health.
Additional Wacky and Unbelievable Stories on the Dec. 16 episode of Ripley Radio: Angela unveils where th...
2013-12-1657 minRipley Radio: An On-Demand Oddcast Archives - WebTalkRadio.netRipley Radio: An On-Demand Oddcast – Elvis, Buddy Holly & a Great Fish StoryThere are still mysteries and controversy surrounding what many feel is the day the music died, Feb.3, 1959, when Buddy Holly, the Big Bopper and Richie Valens died in a plane crash. This week on the official radio station for Ripley’s Believe It or Not!, we talk with Gary Moore, author of the book “Hey Buddy” and he unveils what has not been told to us through the years.
Additional random amazements discussed on the Aug. 5 Episode of Ripley Radio, the official radio program of Ripley’s Believe It or Not! include: We visit with a security guard in...
2013-08-0554 minRipley Radio: An On-Demand Oddcast Archives - WebTalkRadio.netRipley Radio – Valentine’s Day Oddities & WeirdnessOn this special Valentine’s episode of Ripley Radio, we take a look at the strange, unusual and non-mainstream ways to celebrate the big holiday dedicated to sweethearts. As more and more people are writing love letters, we hear from David Rees, the world’s only professional pencil sharpener, and Barbara Berg returns to explain Ring Shui, a way of predicting if a person is a romantic match based on how they wear their rings.
Additional Weird & Wacky stories on the February 11 episode of Ripley Radio, the official broadcast partner of Ripley’s Believe It or Not! include:
...
2013-02-1151 minRipley Radio: An On-Demand Oddcast Archives - WebTalkRadio.netRipley Radio – Witch Doctors, Alien Hands & 7 Billion PeopleTV adventurer, author, actor and world traveler Piers Gibbon stops by Ripley Radio this week and tells us about his latest National Geographic Channel show, The Witch Doctor Will See You Now! , Jodi Pliszka explains what the “Alien Hands” syndrome is all about and provides a few very graphic bizarre examples of what can happen if you have this affliction.
Also on the December 25 episode of Ripley Radio, the official broadcast partner of Ripley’s Believe It or Not!: Return Intern Abby reports that the 7 billionth human on Planet Earth was born on Halloween, a year ago in the Ph...
2012-12-2451 minRipley Radio: An On-Demand Oddcast Archives - WebTalkRadio.netRipley Radio – Funerals, Sea Turtles & Percilla the Monkey GirlAuthor and doyenne of death, Gail Ruben visits Ripley Radio this week and tells us about her quest to crash 30 funerals of total strangers in 30 days. Then she blogs about the deceased and her experiences at the funeral. Taking a whimsical approach to death and funerals is her forte.
In Jackpotting with James Taylor, the sideshow historian talks about one of his most unusual friends, Percilla the Monkey Girl. Now deceased, Percilla spent decades on the circus and carnival sideshow circuit, dancing for thousands of paying customers and showing off her body – totally covered with hair.
Also on...
2012-11-1947 minRipley Radio: An On-Demand Oddcast Archives - WebTalkRadio.netRipley Radio – Bad Girls, Steampunk and Broken WingsBad Girls Galore – The American West had its share of outlaw women, many of whom were killers and rustlers – and some actually ended up on the short end of a long rope as a result. Author Michael Rutter has documented these bad girls in his “Bedside Book of Bad Girls.” He visits with us on the Sept. 10 episode of Ripley Radio – An On-Demand Oddcast, the official radio station of Ripley’s Believe It or Not!, and shares several amazing and shocking stories about a few of them.
Additional Fun, Weird and Totally Unbelievable Items Discussed this week:
• Stea...
2012-09-1052 minRipley Radio: An On-Demand Oddcast Archives - WebTalkRadio.netRipley Radio – Elvis, Buddy Holly & a Great Fish StoryThere are still mysteries and controversy surrounding what many feel is the day the music died, Feb.3, 1959, when Buddy Holly, the Big Bopper and Richie Valens died in a plane crash. This week on the official radio station for Ripley’s Believe It or Not!, we talk with Gary Moore, author of the book “Hey Buddy” and he unveils what has not been told to us through the years.
Additional random amazements discussed this week
• We also visit with a security guard in Nashville and hear about his Elvis sighting.
• Chris Epting explains what happened to the pyr...
2012-08-0654 minRipley Radio: An On-Demand Oddcast Archives - WebTalkRadio.netRipley Radio – Girls Turning into Gorillas & Tax Problems of the Rich and FamousSince its beginning, the Girl to Gorilla illusion has been a hit on circus and carnival midways around the world. Using mirrors, it appears the beautiful girl is slowly turning into a big hairy ape and as she does, the mesmerized crowds stood there silently until something happens that sends them all screaming out of the tent! Sideshow historian James Taylor visits Ripley Radio this week and tells us the reason behind that mass exodus at practically every show.
As the tax deadlines approach in the US, we learn that many of the rich and famous owe incredible...
2012-04-0252 minRipley Radio: An On-Demand Oddcast Archives - WebTalkRadio.netRipley Radio – Typhoid Mary & A Tree in DisneylandIn the early 1900s, Typhoid Mary cooked for people and they soon became very ill or died. It was that simple, but was she a typhoid carrier? Fran Capo joins us this week to discuss Mary Malone, better known as Typhoid Mary, from the research she did for a chapter in her new book, Myths and Mysteries of New York .
Walt Disney loved a big old fig tree growing along a residential street in Anaheim, Calif., so much that he sent his Imagineers out to take a casting of its roots and trunk to bring back and built...
2012-01-0943 minRipley Radio: An On-Demand Oddcast Archives - WebTalkRadio.netRipley Radio – Hard Core Jousting, Sunken Ships & The DoorsFormed in 1965 in Los Angeles, Jim Morrison & The Doors created their own recording studio in a worn-down area of Santa Monica Boulevard. Today, that location is a Mexican Restaurant and the sound booth in which Morrison recorded is the men’s bathroom. Pop culture historian Chris Epting tells us all about it on this week’s Ripley Radio.
Charlie Andrews is one tough dude! He is the reigning world champion jouster. Yes, there is such a sport as professional jousting and National Geographic Television features Andrews and others in the series, Knights of Mayhem. Charlie explains that it is d...
2012-01-0248 minRipley Radio: An On-Demand Oddcast Archives - WebTalkRadio.netRipley Radio – Witch Doctors, Alien Hands & 7 Billion PeopleTV adventurer, author, actor and world traveler Piers Gibbon stops by Ripley Radio this week and tells us about his latest National Geographic Channel show, The Witch Doctor Will See You Now! He shares the various “cures” he was shown by the Witch Doctors in Peru. AND he tells us which ones worked.
In this week’s Weird Medical Maladies Minute, Jodi Pliszka, the Solutionologist, explains what the “Alien Hands” syndrome is all about and provides a few very graphic bizarre examples of what can happen if you have this affliction.
Other Freaky, Wild and Crazy Things Discussed...
2011-12-1251 minRipley Radio: An On-Demand Oddcast Archives - WebTalkRadio.netRipley Radio – Funerals, Sea Turtles & Priscilla the Monkey GirlAuthor and a doyenne of death, Gail Ruben visits Ripley Radio this week and tells us about her quest to crash 30 funerals of total strangers in 30 days. Then she blogs about the deceased and her experiences at the funeral. Taking a whimsical approach to death and funerals is her forte.
In our sideshow segment, Jackpotting with James Taylor, the sideshow historian talks about one of his most unusual friends, Priscilla the Monkey Girl. Now deceased, Priscilla spent decades on the circus and carnival sideshow circuit, dancing for thousands of paying customers and showing off her body – totally co...
2011-11-2147 minRipley Radio: An On-Demand Oddcast Archives - WebTalkRadio.netRipley Radio – Vampire Tours, Hulk Hogan & The World’s Largest PlowStephenie Meyer chose Forks, Washington as the setting for her Twilight series for a reason. It’s rainy, cloudy and rather sun-less for much of the year. The perfect environment for a vampire! Debbie Bennett, a resident of Forks runs Twilight Tours in which she and her team drives paying customers around to all the sites that have been made famous in the books and movies. She drops by this week and tells us about her business and shares some pretty weird stories.
Intern Abby watched the first episode of a new reality TV series and couldn’t wa...
2011-10-1747 minRipley Radio: An On-Demand Oddcast Archives - WebTalkRadio.netRipley Radio – Buddy Holly, Laurel & Hardy, and Feel-Good Dog StoriesMysteries and Conspiracies continue 52 years after pioneer rocker Buddy Holly died in a fiery plane crash. However, Buddy has not rested in peace as there are many theories surrounding that crash that are still being discussed and remain unsolved today. The key they say is in the wreckage – a pile of metal which the original owner of the plane still has hidden away but refuses to talk about or share his knowledge of what caused it. Author of Hey Buddy, Gary Moore, returns to Ripley Radio to provide an update on the tragic crash.
Additional random amazements di...
2011-10-0346 minRipley Radio: An On-Demand Oddcast Archives - WebTalkRadio.netRipley Radio – Lassie, a Boy Named Timmy & a Lifeguard Wearing SpeedosJon Provost, who portrayed Timmy in the Lassie TV series for 260 episodes in the 1950s is our guest this week and he openly talks about how being a child star then, differs greatly from being one now. We discuss his new autobiography, “Timmy’s in the Well,” and find that while Timmy seemed to be saved every week by Lassie, he NEVER did fall into a well – Believe It or Not! Provost relates many fun and unbelievable stories about his years on the show.
Here’s a Newsflash! Clowns as a group are universally disliked! In a poll of ki...
2011-09-1944 minRipley Radio: An On-Demand Oddcast Archives - WebTalkRadio.netRipley Radio – The Bearded Lady Finds Her Son and WE Find the Center of the UniverseVivian Wheeler was starring on the midway as the Bearded Lady when her husband stole Richard, their 3-year old son. She never heard from either for more than 40 years. Last year, Wheeler and Richard were happily reunited on national television. Wheeler, still sporting an 11-inch long beard, visits us this week on Ripley Radio and tells us about her life on the midway as a bearded lady, and her long journey to find her son.
OK, we’ve all heard that the Mayan calendar runs out of dates in December 2012 and many connote that with the end of t...
2011-09-1248 minRipley Radio: An On-Demand Oddcast Archives - WebTalkRadio.netRipley Radio – Elvis, Buddy Holly & a Great Fish StoryThere are still mysteries and controversy surrounding what many feel is the day the music died, Feb.3, 1959, when Buddy Holly, the Big Bopper and Richie Valens died in a plane crash. This week we talk with Gary Moore, author of the book “Hey Buddy” and he unveils what has not been told to us through the years. We also visit with a security guard in Nashville and hear about his Elvis sighting; Chris Epting explains what happened to the pyramid that traveled with rocker Todd Rundgren during the 1970s and in who’s backyard it is now standing; Edward Meyer...
2011-08-0153 minRipley Radio: An On-Demand Oddcast Archives - WebTalkRadio.netRipley Radio – Why We Love Horror, Marilyn Monroe’s Vacant Neighbor & Fried TwinkiesChris Alexander, Editor-in-Chief of Fangoria magazine explains why people love to be grossed out and scared by horror! Are these movie-goers some kind of sickos, are they curious about blood and guts, or do they just like getting grossed out and scared? Intern Eric tells us why the burial crypt above Marilyn Monroe remains empty and will probably remain so; we learn from AOL’s David Moye how Chicken Charlie has made a living deep frying Oreos and Twinkies on the state fair route; and Ripley archivist Edward Meyer tells the story of Ripley’s most horrifying exhibit – The Iron M...
2011-07-2543 minRipley Radio: An On-Demand Oddcast Archives - WebTalkRadio.netRipley Radio – Totally Weird and Unbelievable Family Vacation SpotsOff-beat and unbelievable vacation spots is the theme this week on Ripley Radio. We explore the new Vampire Room in the Ripley’s Believe It or Not! in the Wisconsin Dells and Kevin Ricks tells us the new attraction contains the head of a real human vampire! Emil Bertalot reveals his latest creation in the Wisconsin Dells – a new nighttime adventure boat cruise known as the Lost Voyage, set to open on Memorial Day weekend. Chris Epting takes us along on a walk on the wild side at Southern California’s unique Shangri-Llama; Rick Davis tells us where to find t...
2011-05-231h 00Ripley Radio: An On-Demand Oddcast Archives - WebTalkRadio.netRipley Radio – He-Brew, Doomsday Wishes & a Front Yard Toilet PlanterKosher Jewish Beers and Whimsical Coney Island brews! Jeremy Cowen, founder and CEO of Shmaltz Brewing has a great deal of fun brewing, naming, and promoting his line of beers. The Jewish beer for the chosen few, He-Brew, started it all 13 years ago and today, with his line of Coney Island beers, including Mermaid Pilsner and Freaktoberfest, Cowen continues to have fun as well as win awards! He joins Ripley Radio to tell his offbeat approach to the beer business. Joseph Felser will also be here to talk about his book: “The myth of the Great Ending – Why we’ve bee...
2011-05-1652 minRipley Radio: An On-Demand Oddcast Archives - WebTalkRadio.netRipley Radio – A Naked Bookseller, and a Retired Dwarf Named PoobahPete Terhune, an 81-year old sideshow performer, also known as Poobah the dwarf, is now retired, and his former boss of more than 50 years, sideshow impresario Ward Hall tells us what a great friend Pete has been to him through the years and what a great performer he was. Chris Epting stumbled upon a bookstore in Arizona and tells us how surprised he was when he saw that the proprietor was naked! Daniel Pineda, author of “The Book of Secrets, talks about the secret societies and global symbolism in the world today, Brittany Neigh tells us about how she an...
2011-04-2547 minRipley Radio: An On-Demand Oddcast Archives - WebTalkRadio.netRipley Radio – Bad Girls, Steampunk & Broken WingsBelieve It or Not! the American West had its share of outlaw women, many of whom were killers and rustlers – and some actually ended up on the short end of a long rope as a result. Author Michael Rutter has documented these bad girls in his “Bedside Book of Bad Girls,” and shares several amazing and shocking stories about a few of them. Steampunk is often defined as Victorian style with an industrial revolution steel feel to it combined with a touch of Jules Verne fantasy – all mixed together with a 21st century punk attitude. Sandra Martin, the founder of the O...
2011-04-1152 minRipley Radio: An On-Demand Oddcast Archives - WebTalkRadio.netRipley Radio – Elvis, Buddy Holly & a Great Fish StoryThere are still mysteries and controversy surrounding what many feel is the day the music died, Feb.3, 1959, when Buddy Holly, the Big Bopper and Richie Valens died in a plane crash. This week we talk with Gary Moore, author of the book “Hey Buddy” and he unveils what has not been told to us through the years. We also visit with a security guard in Nashville and hear about his Elvis sighting; Chris Epting explains what happened to the pyramid that traveled with rocker Todd Rundgren during the 1970s and in who’s backyard it is now standing; Edward Meyer...
2011-03-0753 minRipley Radio: An On-Demand Oddcast Archives - WebTalkRadio.netRipley Radio – Real Life SuperheroesTea Krulos, an expert on Real Life Superheroes, provides us with a view of those who dress up and protect their neighborhood as costumed enforcers; Chris Epting reports on the author of the third most popular song of all time; Buck Wolf unveils the favorite Ripley personality of all times; and Edward Meyers reveals his latest Ripley’s acquisition – Dean Cain’s Superman outfit.
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2010-10-2537 minRipley Radio: An On-Demand Oddcast Archives - WebTalkRadio.netRipley Radio – Why We Love HorrorChris Alexander, Editor-in-Chief of Fangoria magazine explains why people love to be grossed out and scared by horror! Intern Eric tells us why the burial crypt above Marilyn Monroe remains empty; we learn from AOL’s David Moye how Chicken Charlie has made a living deep frying Oreos and Twinkies; and Ripley archivist Edward Meyer tells the story of Ripley’s most horrifying exhibit – The Iron Maiden.
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2010-06-1443 min