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Car Guy Coffee
Car Guy Coffee Podcast NADA 2025 Edition - feat. Dan Watkins at the Reputation Booth
Car Guy Coffee Podcast NADA 2025 Edition - feat. Dan Watkins at the Reputation Booth This is a blend of Dealers, Vendors, and Voices in our incredible industry that are committed to seeing the Upshift and Uplift that we are committed to brewing high quality solutions! Featured in each episode is are high quality selection of Car Guy’s and Car Gals. In this brew we interview special guest Dan Watkins at the Reputation Booth. Take a sip and enjoy, Let’s Brew! Don’t forget...
2025-06-10
14 min
Objective Hiring
Dan Watkins on Objective Hiring Practices uses Data-Driven Methods to overcome Bias
In this episode of the Objective Hiring Show, Tim is joined by Dan Watkins, an experienced sales and hiring expert with a background in data-driven decision making. Dan shares his approach to teaching his children about business and financial literacy from a young age, including unique hands-on projects. He discusses his professional journey, from starting at Qualtrics in its early days to founding his own company, Database, which specializes in data-driven hiring processes. The conversation delves into the biases present in traditional hiring methods, the benefits of standardized and structured interview processes, and the potential and challenges of using...
2025-04-18
49 min
BGS Classics Podcast
Special Guest: Charlie Pearson on the Persian Wars, the Crusades, and the role of conflict in shaping cultural identity
Send us a textIn this episode of the Bristol Grammar School Classics Podcast, Andy Keen and Dan Watkins are joined by historian and educator Charlie Pearson for a rich and thought-provoking discussion exploring the Persian Wars, the Crusades, and the role of conflict in shaping cultural identity.The episode opens with a question of directions—East versus West—and quickly turns to deeper themes: how the Crusaders were perceived by the sophisticated cities of the Islamic world, the disunity among Muslim powers at the time, and the surprising ways the Crusader states embe...
2025-04-01
35 min
The Dan Patrick Show
Hour 1 – JuJu Watkins Injured, Cam Ward Impresses Titans
Dan thinks the injury to USC superstar JuJu Watkins is a loss for the entire sport of women’s basketball. And he weighs in on NFL QB draft prospect Cam Ward’s pro day attended by representatives from the Tennessee Titans who have the first pick in next month’s NFL Draft.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-03-25
41 min
The Dan Patrick Show
The Best of The Dan Patrick Show
Dan reacts to JuJu Watkins tearing her ACL last night. What does this mean going forward for women's college basketball? DP and the Danettes debate various schools across the country on whether or not they are a football school or a basketball school. Michigan State Head Men's Basketball Coach Tom Izzo breaks down balancing coaching with the transfer portal, and discusses the challenges of coaching late night games with student-athletes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-03-25
43 min
BGS Classics Podcast
Special Guest: Colin Wadey on the nature of religion in the ancient and modern world
Send us a textIn this episode of the Bristol Grammar School Classics Podcast, Andy Keen and Dan Watkins are joined by Colin Wadey, teacher of Philosophy and Ethics, for a wide-ranging discussion on the nature of religion in the ancient and modern world.The conversation explores the differences—and similarities—between Greek and Roman polytheism and the monotheistic traditions of Judaism and Christianity. They examine how religious practice in antiquity was more about action than belief, and how ideas of sacrifice, afterlife, and the divine evolved across time. Topics include the transactional nature of anci...
2025-03-25
44 min
BGS Classics Podcast
Special Guest: Eva Yemenakis on Sappho, Ovid, meaning and context in literature
Send us a textIn this episode of the Bristol Grammar School Classics Podcast, Dan Watkins and Andy Keen are joined by Eva Yemenakis, an English teacher, to explore Sappho and Ovid—two of the most intriguing and influential poets of the ancient world.The discussion delves into Sappho’s fragmentary poetry, the ways in which scholars have interpreted (and misinterpreted) her work, and the parallels between Sappho and Emily Dickinson in terms of style, mystery, and reception. They also examine Ovid’s subversive approach to love poetry, his exile, and his enduring influence on litera...
2025-03-18
34 min
Aussie Hoopla NBL & NBA Podcast
The Rise and Fall of the West Sydney Razorbacks with Mark Watkins
Former Razorbacks coach Mark Watkins joins the podcast to reflect on the team's journey from expansion squad to Grand Final contenders before financial struggles led to their downfall. A key figure from the club’s inception in 1998, Watkins shares insights on recruiting NBL stars like Simon Dwight and John Rillie, the Razorbacks' 2002 and 2004 Grand Final runs, and the challenges of coaching on a budget. He also discusses the departures of key players, the franchise’s collapse, and the lessons he’s carried into his coaching career today. Topics include: Building the Kilsyth Basket...
2025-02-17
1h 43
Soy City Buzz
Dan Watkins 2/2/25
Dan Watkins, executive of God’s Shelter of Love joined co-hosts Matt Bennett & Michael Breheny on Soy City Buzz on First Mid Monday to talk about all that the Shelter has to offer, and their supporting impact on the community. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-02-04
10 min
The Michael Watkins Show
(EP. 1) Woke Schools, Trump 2024, and the Economy with Young Conservative Dan Toner
For our first episode, Michael sits down with Dan Toner, Chairman of the Ocean County High School Republicans and a young entrepreneur, to discuss the pressing issues shaping America today. From the state of woke ideology in public schools to the incoming Trump administration, the 2024 election, and the future of our economy, this bold and insightful conversation offers a fresh perspective on the challenges facing young conservatives in today’s world. Follow Michael on social media: Instagram: @realmikewatkins X (formerly Twitter): @realmiketx Subscribe now to st...
2024-12-21
24 min
Dan Allen Gaming Podcast
Sims aka Reggie Watkins from Call of Duty: Black Ops 6
Reggie Watkins, the actor behind Lawrence Sims in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, joins me to talk about reprising his role, the evolution of his character, and his experiences in acting.
2024-12-03
31 min
Soy City Buzz
Dan Watkins- 09/23/24
September 23, 2024- Dan Watkins, executive of God’s Shelter of Love joined co-hosts Jack Vance & John West on Soy City Buzz on First Mid Monday to talk about the shelter’s upcoming Blue Jean Ball fundraiser. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-09-24
10 min
The Front Stretch
Abe Lincoln Recap, Watkins Glenn Recap, Headlines
AA joins Dan to fill in for Dirk who is on vacation. Anthony recaps the Abe Lincoln Memorial from US 30, then the guys recap Watkins Glenn and they cover a few headlines.
2024-09-17
30 min
Dan Time
Dan Time Baseball
As we enter the home stretch of this baseball season, I am rounding up some of the BEST baseball-themed moments of Dan Time. Maybe you missed some of these guests (or you just didn't make it 57 minutes in to certain episodes to hear these stories!) Featured in this BONUS episode are the following guests:Dan Winkler (former MLB pitcher)Dan Straily (former MLB pitcher)Dan Zlotnick (musician; former pitcher))Dr. Glenn Fleisig (the_biomechanical_man - Instagram)Gerald Watkins (Chairman & Executive Director, Friends of Rickwood)Dan Kobylka...
2024-09-09
47 min
MN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins Podcast
Royce Lewis, Disciple of Tommy Watkins (Rays Series Recap, 6/18-6/20)
Send us a textThe Minnesota Twins drop 2 of 3 to the Tampa Bay Rays at Target Field. David and Dan recap all the highs and lows of the series including the consistency of SWR and Joe Ryan's continued dominance. David is once again frustrated at Pablo Lopez's insistence to give up home runs on 0-2 counts, but is perhaps even more frustrated at Dan's lack of anger at Pablo. For the first time ever a player was named both a beast and placed on the bench in Beast vs. Bench which leads to a heated debate regarding...
2024-06-21
38 min
World Oil Deep Dive
Kicking off the wireline special series with DEACERO
Welcome to the inaugural episode of our Wireline Special Series. Join us as we welcome Dan Hayes, Daniel Gutierrez, and Gonzalo Llaguno from DEACERO. Together, they share their expertise and discuss the vital role of wireline in the oil and gas industry. From the history and growth of the wireline mixer to the latest technological advancements and market strategies, this episode is packed with valuable insights. Tune in to understand the global impact of wireline and how this essential industry continues to evolve.
2024-05-30
16 min
Nashville Drummers Podcast
MJ Milam: Dancing & Drumming | On Tour w/ Lauren Watkins, Building a Band, How to Be More Efficient On Stage
Born in Forest City, North Carolina, Matthew "MJ" Milam quickly discovered his love for music, dancing, and entertaining at a very young age. From first performing Michael Jackson tribute shows during his high school years, MJ would naturally transition into the drums at the age of 15, and hasn't put the sticks down since. At the age of 20 he began playing professionally gigging around the Southeast, and eventually landing a gig with country artist Ashland Craft put him on his path to Nashville. Since relocating to Nashville in June of 2021, MJ has played extensively on Broadway, and worked with artists...
2024-05-24
1h 19
Dan Time
Gerald Watkins - Friends of Rickwood
Gerald Watkins, Chairman & Executive Director of Friends of Rickwood, joins me to promote Major League Baseball's "Tribute to the Negro Leagues" game — and to talk about the oldest ballpark in the country! The contest between the San Francisco Giants and St. Louis Cardinals, which also honors the greatest living baseball player, Willie Mays, will take place on June 20, 2024 at historic Rickwood Field in Birmingham, AL!Friends of Rickwood, a non-profit organization formed in 1992, is "dedicated to the perpetual restoration, preservation, and promotion of Rickwood Field." Without Mr. Watkins' and the organization's efforts, this 113-year-old stadium might not be...
2024-01-15
58 min
Sound Business Insights
Episode 42 - Employment Law Updates for 2024 Part 2
In Sound Business Insights Episode 42 - Employer Updates for 2024 Part 2 Dan Watkins continues to explain changes in California employment laws that will affect employers in the coming year. Part 2 of the conversation picks up where part 1 left off. If you have not listend to part 1 you may wish to go back and review it after you complete this podcast. SB 553 implements additional workplace violence protections for those who work in-office (versus those who work remotely). Small employers with less than 10 employees that are not open to the public are excluded. There are initial steps to be taken this year in p...
2023-12-28
15 min
Sound Business Insights
Episode 41 - Employment Law Updates for 2024 (Part 1)
In Sound Business Insights Episode 41 - Employment Law Updates for 2024 (Part 1) our founder, Dan Watkins, discusses all of the important changes a San Diego or California employer must know going into 2024 and beyond. The only constant in the life of a California employer is change. How can you keep up with all the changes in California law as it relates to an employer? How do you protect yourself from the increasing risks of disputes, lawsuits and class actions facing those who provide employment throughout California? Sound Business Insights Episode 41 - Employment Law Updates for 2024 (Part 1) begins with an...
2023-12-28
22 min
Sound Business Insights
Episode 40 - Stock Purchase Agreements
In Episode 40 - Stock Purchase Agreements Dan Watkins discusses one of the most complex legal and financial transactions a business can undertake: a stock purchase. What makes the stock purchase such a risk and how can the 40+ years of experience at the Watkins Firm in literally thousands of these transactions increase the likelihood of success in your acquisition or sale? The Harvard Business Review recently cited multiple long-term collegiate studies which concluded the probability of success in a business merger or stock purchase acquisition was 30% or less. In those transactions which were unsuccessful the target of the ac...
2023-12-28
24 min
Sound Business Insights
Episode 39: What Keeps Employers Up at Night?
In Sound Business Insights Episode 39: What Keeps Employers Up at Night, Dan Watkins discusses many of the challenges a California employer faces and what our firm can do to help not only manage what is happening in real time, but to establish the right policies, processes, employee handbook and other aspects of daily documentation and work to prevent issues, disputes and lawsuits from ever arising, while making it much easier to keep small isues from expanding into large exposures. Episode 39: What Keeps Employers Up at Night discusses the extensive challenges California employers face and perhaps the most...
2023-12-22
26 min
The Spiritual Perspective
181: How Former News Anchor Dan Harris Became Happier After Having a Panic Attack in Front of Five Million Viewers
In today's episode, we're joined by the incredible Dan Harris, a former ABC news anchor, journalist, meditation advocate, and bestselling author. Through books like 10% Happier and Meditation for Fidgety Skeptics, as well as his 10% Happier app, Dan has made meditation accessible to the masses.Join us as he unfolds his journey, recounting a fateful morning in June 2004 that led him to embrace meditation, how he found time to write a book amidst a busy life, and the backstory behind the title 10% Happier.We explore thoughts on different terms including karma, destiny, reincarnation, and enlightenment, how...
2023-11-15
1h 17
Sound Business Insights
Episode 38 - What is a General Counsel
In Episode 38 - What is a General Counsel Dan Watkins helps to explain why every business should have access to an experienced business attorney - a general counsel. If you're a company owner and you are trying to do everything right in the best way you can for your company, you're going to have general counsel, and that attorney or couple of attorneys or law firm will advise you on things that have to do with your business, your field specifically, and in general, You'll also have a banking relationship because opportunities come along and if you wait to go...
2023-10-13
25 min
The More Than A Game Podcast
EP 28 - Strengthening Elite Pathways with Mark Watkins
Former NBL coach Mark Watkins joins the podcast to share the highs and lows of his professional coaching career including the pain of losing the 2003-2004 NBL Championship series to the Sydney Kings during his time as coach of the West Sydney Razorbacks. He also shares his insights into the importance of building and strengthening elite pathways systems in Australia.
2023-10-10
40 min
Sound Business Insights
Episode 37 - Healthcare Governance and Compliance
In Sound Business Insights Episode 37 - Healthcare Governance and Compliance Dan Watkins provides insight into the complicated world of corporate governance and compliance in the setting of a medical practice or healthcare-related business. There are so many Federal and State agencies and entities that regulate, oversee or control a medical practice or healthcare business. What are the issues any healthcare-related company will face when working on corporate governance and compliance in California? Episode 37 - Healthcare Governance and Compliance provides an over of many of the agencies and the issues they address, and how this is different in a...
2023-09-21
16 min
Sound Business Insights
Episode 36 - Best of Sound Business Insights Volume 1
In Episode 36 – Best of Sound Business Insights Volume 1 we revisit some of the most important, insightful and entertaining moments of the podcast so far. The episode begins with a few clips about why it is so important to have an experienced, proven business attorney. This includes Dan’s genuine insight that any business should have 3 crucial advisors: an experienced business attorney, a CPA/Tax expert and a banker or source of funding. These are the 3 advisors you can turn to and reply upon for a quick phone call to answer a question as well as insights into the challenges and opp...
2023-09-13
25 min
The Front Stretch
Headlines, Watkins Glen recap
The guys talk about Adam Armstrong stepping out of his Sport Mod, Tommy Baldwin announcing his battle with cancer, Watkins Glen results and more
2023-08-22
34 min
The Front Stretch
Headlines, Watkins Glen Preview
The guy preview this weekend at Eagle and Watkins Glen
2023-08-17
18 min
Sound Business Insights
Episode 35 - Crazy Things You Didn't Know Were Covered by Insurance
In Episode 35 - Crazy Things You Didn't Know Were Covered by Insurance Dan provides insight into commercial and residential insurance policies and the types of things most people wouldn't know about the denial of claims which, perhaps, should be covered. Dan Watkins begins the episode with a bit of a lesson about a Supreme Court Justice, Learned Hand, who decided that insurance was part of the fabric of society and everyone needed to have access to insurance to prevent financial devastation. "It is a fine art between what is possible (to be covered) and what the insurance companies will te...
2023-08-10
25 min
Sound Business Insights
Episode 34 - Business Formation
In Sound Business Insights Episode 34 - Business Formation Dan Watkins shares from more than 40 years of experience the reason it is so important to work with an attorney during business formation if you are serious about your business. If you don't intend to make money, you can download forms and go on the cheap. If you intend to conduct serious business, especially if there is going to be more than one owner, the advice and counsel of an experienced business formation attorney will be extremely valuable from the outset, and during the life of your company. In Ep...
2023-07-14
29 min
Sound Business Insights
Episode 33 - Misclassification of Independent Contractors
In Sound Business Insights Episode 33 - Misclassification of Independent Contractors, Dan discusses changes in California law based upon the Dynamex decision and the impact this is going to have on employers in California with independent contractors. In this lively and candid conversation, Dan covers all of the draconian penalties which an employer will face if they misclassify a worker.
2023-06-15
20 min
A Contagious Smile Podcast
Garage Door Safety and Technology: Expert Insights from All Four Seasons CEO, Dan Watkins
Send us a textWant to ensure your home's safety and security with the most advanced garage door technology? Join us in our engaging discussion with Dan Watkins, CEO and founder of All Four Seasons Garage Door, as he shares valuable insights from their 24-year family business and their commitment to treating employees and customers like family.Discover the importance of having a strong and secure garage door, as Dan highlights the Heritage 3000 as one of the strongest residential doors on the market. Learn about the difference in steel thickness, Wi-Fi capabilities in garage door...
2023-06-07
19 min
Sound Business Insights
Episode 32 - Business Fraud
In Sound Business Insights Episode 32 - Business Fraud Dan Watkins discusses five areas of business-related fraud as well as remedies and real-life stories to illustrate appropriate examples of this complex topic. The five types of fraud we will cover are: Consumer Fraud Business Fraud / Unfair Competition Business Partner Fraud / Shareholder Fraud Sale of Business Fraud Criminal Fraud (Note: the Watkins Firm handles Civil Litigation) In Sound Business Insights Episode 32 - Business Fraud Dan discusses the elements of fraud as they relate to the five separate...
2023-06-01
26 min
Sound Business Insights
Episode 31 - ABCs of What to Do If You are Sued
In Episode 31 - ABCs of What to Do If You are Sued Dan Watkins discusses the steps to take if you learn you have been sued (served with papers) or have heard through witnesses or other parties that a lawsuit may be coming your way. "If you're in business, it's not really a question of if, but when your going to face a dispute and potentially a lawsuit." The first and most obvious step is to speak with an attorney from the Watkins Firm. We work to find out the specific details about what you know, who yo...
2023-05-31
28 min
Dan Allen Gaming Podcast
Sims aka Reggie Watkins from Call of Duty Black Ops: Cold War
Lawrence Sims aka Reggie Watkins sits down with Dan Allen sits to talk about all things Call of Duty Black Ops Cold War and how he became Sims.
2023-05-16
40 min
Sound Business Insights
Episode 30 – Management Service Organization or MSOs
In Sound Business Insights Episode 30 – Management Service Organization or MSOs Dan discusses one of the most effective ways to improve a medical practice or healthcare-related business: the Management Service Organization or MSO. What is an MSO and how can it help a medical practice or healthcare business to improve operational profitability, increase revenues, reduce expenses, all while increasing the quality of care delivered by the practice as well as the patient experience? Dan explains that an MSO is much like an administrator for your business. Doctors shouldn't have to do it all, provide healthcare and run a busi...
2023-05-02
18 min
Sound Business Insights
Episode 29 - Recent Big News in Arbitration
Episode 29 - Recent Big News in Arbitration begins with an overview of the Supreme Court ruling in Chamber of Commerce v Bonta. On February 15, 2023 the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals decided that the Federal Arbitration Act (FAA) preempts California AB 51, rendering it literally unenforceable. We, the Watkins Firm, represent employers, people who hire people. They need to know what the law is and how this important decision changes the game. In Episode 29 Dan lays out the need for arbitration clauses as an employer and why this important edition to an employment agreement is so important. You'll need to up...
2023-04-26
15 min
MN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins Podcast
The Sweet Sound of Tommy Watkins' Voice (Nationals Series Recap, 4/21-4/23)
Send us a textThe Minnesota Twins open their 10-game homestand in unremarkable fashion dropping 2 of 3 to the lowly Washington Nationals. David is baffled by Willi Castro's lack of hearing abilities, while Dan doesn't buy the cold-weather being the cause for Pablo Lopez's poor outing. David defends his take on Rocco causing the loss in game 1 after facing pushback on Twitter, and Dan tries his best to calm him down so the episode may continue. Dan wants to know when we'll see Buxton in the CF and David wants to know if Nick Gordon is on the...
2023-04-24
35 min
Sound Business Insights
Episode 28 - Common Employer Disputes and Defenses
In Sound Business Insights Episode 28 - Common Employer Disputes and Defenses Dan Watkins shares many of the types of disputes that San Diego and Southern California employers find themselves in as well as insight into the strategies for defending them from allegations and in agency and plaintiff's lawsuits. Risks facing California employers have doubled in the past 10 years alone from Dan's perspective. Class action lawsuits and PAGA (Private Attorneys General Act) actions which were non-existent 20 years ago are now one of the most common risks an employer faces. "PAGA is really heating up. There are law firms wh...
2023-04-04
23 min
Sound Business Insights
Episode 27 - Changes in CA and Federal Law for Employers 2023
In Episode 27 - Changes in CA and Federal Law for Employers 2023 Can Watkins provides insight into how recent changes in the law will affect San Diego and Southern California employers. The first question out of the gate is "how does an employer in San Diego get sued?" The answer is basically "by being an employer." So the next question and discussion focuses on "So, how do you prevent or limit your exposure as an employer?" Dan discusses the first action an employer should take the moment they think a dispute is possible, including when they receive correspondence from a law...
2023-03-29
20 min
Sound Business Insights
Episode 26 - Wage and Hour Employer Updates for 2023 and Beyond
In Episode 26 - Wage and Hour Employer Updates for 2023 and Beyond we are joined once again by Katya Adams, Office Administrator for the Watkins Firm. We discuss minimum wage rates for 2023 which are $15.50 for California, $16.30 for the City and County of San Diego, as well as the new white collar exemption in California that the individual must earn $1,240 weekly or $64,480 annually. Katya goes on to explain the types of workers which can be potentially classified as an exempt employee such as professionals, attorneys, accountants, engineers, managers, accounting managers, administrative managers, human resource managers or those who manage a pool of...
2023-02-28
20 min
Sound Business Insights
Episode 25 - Unfair Business Practice Overview
Sound Business Insights Episode 25 - Unfair Business Practice Overview begins with Dan Watkins summarizing the types of cases which might fall under the umbrella of an unfair business practice. Dan quips "A better question is what would not be an unfair business practice!" It seems every business lawsuit we defend and many we initiate include allegations of unfair business practices. Examples of an unfair business practice is attempting to gain an unfair advantage, violating someone's rights, theft, embezzlement, fraud, misuse of power, treating individuals in the same class of shareholders differently, self-dealing, and misappropriation of trade secrets. It might surp...
2023-02-23
25 min
Love & Dating Gurus with Dr Dan and Industry Experts
Love and dating gurus with Dr Dan podcast: S4 Ep2: Special Guests and expert in living your best married life Vince and Renee Watkins
Vince and Renee Watkins, Educators, Marriage Coaches and Creators of 4 Weeks To A Stronger Marriage. We have been married for 22 years and we have faced and overcome (through God’s Grace) many challenges that are common among marriages, including communication issues, financial differences, intimacy problems, trust issues, and the empty nest syndrome. We fully understand that marriage is a journey and there will be plenty of obstacles. However, we believe that it is possible for married couples to experience true marital joy, the way God intended. God has a plan for your marriage. There is something spectacular on the...
2023-02-09
30 min
Sound Business Insights
Episode 24 - Corporate Governance
Sound Business Insights Episode 24 - Corporate Governance addresses one of, perhaps, the most overlooked aspect of owning and running a busines: corporate governance. Dan Watkins begins with the perspective that a corporate entity, under the law, is essential an entity of its own, like a person. The corporation provides an important protection known as the "corporate veil." The corporate veil is what keeps the personal assets (and liabilities) of the owner(s) of a business separate from the debts and risks associated with the businesss. If you do not protect the corporate veil any creditor can pierce the protections of t...
2023-01-23
24 min
The Reservoir
Infrastructure-Led Exploration, Ora, and Forging a Lower Carbon Future
In this episode, Li Dan and Ashers Partouche join to discuss reservoir testing technology and its part in infrastructure-led exploration. Li Dan shares her thoughts on accelerated production, and how SLB is delivering insights from data in days, instead of months. The discussion dovetails into the impact this has on oil and gas as well as carbon capture and storage and new energy applications with the revolutionary Ora, intelligent wireline testing platform.
2023-01-19
32 min
Sound Business Insights
Episode 23 - Managing Employees in San Diego
We welcome back Katya Adams, Office Administrator of the Watkins Firm, for a substantive conversation on San Diego employers and the questions they most have about managing employees in San Diego and Southern California. The conversation begins with the documents, the framework needed to manage employees in Southern California. This includes policies and procedures, the employee handbook and tips on what and what not to have in each. Kat discusses the importance of consistency in how an employer manages their employees and treats each individual worker. Katya provides insight into the question of hourly versus exempt employee status and an o...
2023-01-12
26 min
Sound Business Insights
Episode 22 - The Most Common Questions We Get From Our Employer Clients
In this episode of Sound Business Insights we speak with Katya Adams, the Office Administrator for the Watkins Firm. Kat works with our employer clients to answer any questions they may have, set up new employee practices as well as consulting on the employee handbook, policies and procedures and best practices for managing employees and associated documentation. The majority of the conversation focuses upon smaller employers as many larger employers have their own HR personnel. The conversation with our clients starts with a review of their current practices. Kat then covers issues such as overtime policy, sick leave, Paid Time...
2022-12-22
24 min
Sound Business Insights
Episode 21 - War Stories Part 2
Sound Business Insights Episode 21 - War Stories Part 2 continues the conversation with Dan Watkins about genuine scenarios the firm has worked through in the past which might be valuable to any business professional, executive, employer, member, shareholder or investor. This episode begins with the fact that the best thing any employer can do at the first hint of an employee dispute is to contact the Watkins Firm immediately for a free consultation. In many cases we are able to counsel our clients and provide insight into how they can not only protect their interests, but take action to remediate or...
2022-12-20
24 min
The Robert Scott Bell Show
The RSB Show 12-19-22 - Dan Watkins And Michael Hamilton, Death By Protocol, Alex Newman
The RSB Show 12-19-22 - We Are Still Locked Down, Dan Watkins and Michael Hamilton, Remdesivir lawsuit, Death by protocol, New ALS drug price, Alex Newman simulcast
2022-12-20
2h 10
Red Pill News
Landmark Remdesivir Death Lawsuit with Michael Hamilton & Dan Watkins on Sat. Night Livestream
Attorney’s Michael Hamilton & Dan Watkins, the force behind a new lawsuit against a number of health systems regarding Remdesivir deaths, join us tonight to discuss the case and much more. https://www.declaretruth.us/ http://www.wl-llp.com/ http://www.cornerstoneattorney.com/ Get your chlorine dioxide kits www.onenessdrops.com Use code rp78 OR redpill78 for 15% discount Save $250 off a 3 month supply of food: http://www.PrepareWithRedPill78.com Be Prepared - Click here Get Military Grade Home EMP Defense CLICK HERE —-> https://www.empshield.com/RP78 SAVE $50 OFF WITH MY SPECIAL CODE: RP78 Feel Focused, Energetic and Rested Toda...
2022-12-11
2h 24
Sound Business Insights
Episode 20 - War Stories Part 1
Dan shares stories about his 40+ year career as an attorney and lessons learned along the way. In this fascinating look into the recent past, Dan shares what it was like as a young trial lawyer in the 1980's and a few of his first cases which drew the attention of national TV audiences. War stories provides behind the scenes look at some of his early important cases, how his success with cases no one thought he could win, sexual harassment (employer), shareholder disputes, developers, inventors, and business owners. From Voire Dire to preparing for trial, from the inside of eac...
2022-10-27
22 min
Sound Business Insights
Episode 19 - Your Business Attorney is a Valuable Partner
Your business attorney should provide more than just legal services. They should be one of your most trusted business advisors. In this episode, Dan discusses why it is so important to find the right attorney for your company and how the Watkins Firm works closely with our clients, many across decades. Your business attorney should be with you from formation through setting up contracts and handling employment obligations. Your business attorney should have the experience to provide insight into every aspect of your company including acquisitions, business disputes, employee issues and even preparing your own company to be...
2022-09-15
22 min
Sound Business Insights
Episode 18 - Private Attorneys General Act - PAGA
The California Private Attorneys General Act or "PAGA" is a significant risk for employers in San Diego, Southern California and across the State. This Qui Tam (whistleblower) type action can allow an employee or group of employees to sue their employer on behalf of the State of California and keep a lot of the money generated in the process. In this episode, Dan Watkins shares the essence of a PAGA action, what you should do if you face a PAGA lawsuit and strategies to reduce your exposure to these actions from the outset. PAGA defense is one of the man...
2022-08-25
14 min
The Front Stretch
Aug 23rd 2022 - Headlines, Watkins Glenn Recap
Dan and Dirk recap the race at Watkins Glenn and cover a few headlines
2022-08-23
29 min
Sound Business Insights
Episode 17 - Violation or Breach of Fiduciary Duty
In this episode, Dan Watkins defines a fiduciary duty and what happens when a fiduciary duty is breached or violated. When does the fiduciary duty begin? What is a fiduciary required by law to do? Dan Watkins provides many examples of those who legally owe a fiduciary duty to their client, business associate or other beneficiary. This podcast discusses what is required to prove a breach of fiduciary duty, the defense of “the business judgement rule,” and civil consequences for breach of a fiduciary duty.
2022-08-11
22 min
Aotearoa in Focus
Brain Injuries with Iain Watkins (Brain Injury NZ)
Back in April I had an accident (see thumbnail) and it left me with a concussion which made things tough. So to understand brain injuries and what support looks like I had a korero with Iain Watkins from Brain Injury NZ. Audio is a bit scratchy sorry, did my best to clean it. Want to know more about Brain Injury New Zealand: https://www.brain-injury.nz/ or call 0800 272 466Get your Flamingo Helmet for free here: https://shop.flamingoscooters.com/products/flamingo-helmet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...
2022-07-27
28 min
Sound Business Insights
Episode 16 - Unfair Competition
Sound Business Insights Episode 16 – Unfair Competition provides an outline of a broad area of the business and commercial code: unfair competition. Unfair competition covers a broad range of issues from deceptive advertising and bait and switch tactics, to misappropriation of trade secrets and false representations, to intellectual property infringement and outright fraud. Dan Watkins provides insight into resulting lawsuits and the defense of unfair competition.
2022-07-26
17 min
I Am Christina DiArcangelo
The Environment and our Health with Dan Watkins
Hello and welcome to this episode of I Am Christina DiArcangelo! Today, I am speaking with the very interesting Dan Watkins, President at GreenCELL. As an educated biologist, combat veteran, and full-time urban farmer in New Jersey, he is very passionate about what we are consuming. Join our discussion about the Bird's Family Farm and how you can and should support your local farmers. We also discuss how organics are important but we have more work to do as the greater environmental impact has a huge influence on our health.Dan WatkinsPresident at GreenCELL™ www.solcel...
2022-07-16
20 min
Sound Business Insights
Episode 15 - Contract Law
Dan Watkins of the Watkins Firm discusses the importance of contracts in our new Sound Business Insights Podcast Episode 15 – Contract Law. What is a contract? What are the laws which govern a contract here in California? Did you know that the drafter of a contract is presumed to be liable for any vaguery within the contract in the event of a dispute? This is why it is so important to entrust the creation of your business and transactional contracts to the experienced contract law attorneys at the Watkins Firm. We discuss a variety of contractual agreements such as:
2022-07-14
23 min
Sound Business Insights
Episode 14 - Shareholders' Rights and Disputes
In this insightful episode, Dan Watkins discusses the essence of shareholders' rights and the disputes which come out of business investments. What are some of the common tactics a shareholder should be aware of? How can the majority interest abuse their position to take advantage of minority investors and minority shareholders? What are the rights of a shareholder in California? How should a shareholder protect their rights and interests? When money is on the table there are unfortunately a lot of tactics used to cut people out of the money they deserve. Learn about shareholders' righ...
2022-06-30
21 min
Sound Business Insights
Episode 13 – Mergers and Acquisitions
Mergers and Acquisitions may sound like a big term which only applies to large corporations. However, M&A is actually one of the most common business strategies to expand a company or to grow your business into new geographic or vertical markets. What is a stock purchase and what is an asset purchase? What is the difference between them and when should you use each strategy? What are the risks for the buyer? What are the risks for the seller? Learn about the importance of due diligence and the details required to accomplish a successful sale o...
2022-06-30
20 min
Sound Business Insights
Episode 12 - Resolving Business Disputes Part 2
In the second part of our discussion on resolving business disputes Dan focuses on Arbitration and taking a case to trial, as well as the leverage this brings to drive the case to a settlement. What is the difference between mediation and arbitration? What is the difference between arbitration and a Court trial? What is "The Dance" and how do Judges and Mediators use this to help the parties to ultimately reach an agreement to resolve a business dispute? Dan continues this lively discussion on how business disputes are resolved in the real world and how the Wat...
2022-06-30
07 min
Sound Business Insights
Episode 11 - Resolving Business Disputes
There are many ways to resolve a business dispute. Learn about the unique strategy the Watkins Firm employs to resolve business disputes quickly and in a cost-effective manner. There are four ways to resolve a business dispute: Negotiation, Mediation, Arbitration and Litigation. Dan discusses the art of resolving a dispute and how we work with our clients to help them to accomplish their goals in each situation while resolving the situation quickly and efficiently. Learn about "The Dance" and what is required before many business disputes can be resolved. Interesting stories and insight from a dispu...
2022-06-30
25 min
Sound Business Insights
Episode 10 - The Importance of a Strong Corporate Attorney
In this episode of Sound Business Insights Dan Watkins discusses why it is important to have a strong corporate attorney on your team. How have fellow members and shareholders taken advantage of their companies in the past? What is the corporate veil and why is it so important? You need a strong corporate attorney on your team.
2022-05-26
20 min
Sound Business Insights
Episode 9 - Buying or Selling a Business or Its Assets
In this episode, Dan Watkins provides an introduction to mergers and acquisitions, stock purchase and asset purchase transacations and the due diligence required in these deals. What does a seller need to know? How about a buyer? What are the risks and the payoffs?
2022-05-19
13 min
MN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins Podcast
A Watkins-Like Distance (A's Series Recap, 5/6-5/8)
Send us a textThe Twins continue their winning ways sweeping the Oakland A's at Target field. The Twins bullpen take center stage as they give up no earned runs in the entire series. The boys discuss the rash of injuries sweeping through the Twins clubhouse and the rotation and bullpen stepping up to keep the team on the winning path. Dan pulls himself even in Puckett's Picks thanks to the help Jorge Polanco's great series, and he praises the efforts of the coaching staff in their use of Celestino in place of Buxton. David is unhappy...
2022-05-09
29 min
Sound Business Insights
Episode 8 - Real Estate Law
Dan Watkins provides an overview of our legal services in commercial and residential real estate legal issues and disputes. Learn about a variety of real estate issues from commercial development to neighbor disputes, from "specific performance" to water challenges. The legal team at the Watkins Firm has served the San Diego real estate community for more than 40 years.
2022-05-05
25 min
Sound Business Insights
Episode 7: Medical Practices and Healthcare Businesses
Dan Watkins discusses legal issues and services related to medical practices and healthcare businesses. Subjects include entity selection, California Professional Corporations, anti-kick back and regulatory compliance, contract reviews, employment contracts and documents and other legal challenges facing the healthcare industry
2022-04-14
17 min
Sound Business Insights
Episode 6: Why Do You Need a Business Lawyer
Dan Watkins discusses why every business owner needs to have an experienced and trusted business lawyer. Like an olympic coach, your attorney provides sound counsel based upon decades of experience in all business matters to help you avoid risk and grow your company. From startups to mergers and acquisitions, from contracts to disputes, Dan shares insight into the needs of a business owner and the team of professionals they should have around them.
2022-03-24
26 min
Phoenix Business Radio
Lilach Mazor Power and Dan Watkins with Mazor Collective
Lilach Mazor Power and Dan Watkins with Mazor Collective Mazor Collective, a family of cannabis brands, is home to the award-winning Giving Tree Dispensary in North Phoenix, along with cannabis brands Kindred Cannabis and Revelry. The company is a vertically integrated licensed cannabis operation that includes the cultivation, extraction and sale of cannabis in Arizona. [...]
2022-02-25
52 min
Phoenix Business Radio
Lilach Mazor Power and Dan Watkins with Mazor Collective
Lilach Mazor Power and Dan Watkins with Mazor Collective Mazor Collective, a family of cannabis brands, is home to the award-winning Giving Tree Dispensary in North Phoenix, along with cannabis brands Kindred Cannabis and Revelry. The company is a vertically integrated licensed cannabis operation that includes the cultivation, extraction and sale of cannabis in Arizona. [...]
2022-02-25
52 min
Sound Business Insights
Episode 5: Breach of Contract
Dan and Neil discuss the elements of breach of contract, damages and how things work in the real world including the responsibilities of each party. This includes mitigating the damages if you are the victim of a breach and options for resolving breach of contract disputes
2022-02-24
20 min
Sound Business Insights
Episode 4: Managing Risks and Guidance for California Employers
Being an employer in San Diego or anywhere in California is a minefield of federal, state and local laws and regulations. Employers face employee lawsuits, independent contractor misclassification, and investigation by the Labor Board or another CA state agency. This episode provides sound counsel and some guidance for CA and San Diego employers
2022-01-27
23 min
The B U Podcast
Know Your Worth With Special Guest: Dan Watkins
The Team takes the time to speak with Entrepreneur, Herbal Life Coach, and Model Dan Watkins on what it has meant to Know her worth and what it means to know your worth. This is a fun filled episode that you don't want to miss.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-b-u-podcasat/message
2021-11-22
52 min
Tied to the Tracks
The Stooges - Fun House with Dan Schlissel
Dan Schlissel calls us from the funhouse to talk about The Stooges 1970 primal blues-rock scorcher "Fun House." Spoiler alert: I feel alright. Show notes are available at https://ttttpod.com/ Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for more.
2021-10-30
58 min
Sound Business Insights
Episode 3 - Corporate Documents, Contracts and Raising Investment Capital
Corporate Documents Articles of Incorporation Bylaws Operating Agreement (LLC) Shareholders’ Agreement (Corp) Share Ledgers / Share Certificates Minutes / Annual Meeting Requirements / Corporate Recordkeeping Contracts The Rule of Contracts: Contra Poferentem (Interpretation Against the Draftsman) Devil is in the details / risk of ambiguities Download vs Custom Tailored Suppliers / Vendors Distribution / Licensing Sales Contracts Employment Contracts (General Overview, we’ll get deeper here in the Employer Section) Raising Investment Capital Seed Money Friends / Family Private
2021-10-21
23 min
BIG Truths of Small Business
Ep 46 - This Post Truth World? Are You an Apologist for Your Business? with Dan Arsenault
Big Truths of Small Business welcomes Dan Arsenault, an apologist and founder of Church for the Skeptics. Dan discusses the process by which he became a Christian Apologist so we can learn how to apply those principles in our business and life. The Big Truths is about complete mind, body, and spirit health in order to achieve balanced business success. Open your mind to some Truths in this Post Truth World we are living in.
2021-10-15
1h 06
Sound Business Insights
Starting a Business
Starting a business in San Diego or anywhere in Southern California is a lot more than simply establishing an entity. Selecting the right entity, drafting corporate documents and providing sound counsel helps our clients to get their businesses off to a strong start. Decades of experience helping San Diego and Southern California entrepreneurs to start a business and build a successful short and long-term strategy. Learn about a broad range of start-up topics from commingling and the corporate veil to building a strong professional team and business plan.
2021-10-14
22 min
CX Conversations
The Future of CX Is AI | With Dan Watkins and Rose Wang
In this episode we are discussing the future of CX and artificial intelligence with Dan Watkins, President of Forethought and Rose Wang, Head of Customer Experience also at Forethought. Forethought Technologies, Inc. is a Silicon Valley software company founded by a team of Dropbox, Palantir, and Autonomy alumni in 2017. Their mission is to enable everyone to become a genius at their jobs. They are the makers of Agatha, an answer engine for the enterprise, which searches your company’s knowledge bases to generate the most accurate answers.What is Forethought? 2:45What is broken in customer service? 7:12Wh...
2021-09-30
32 min
Sound Business Insights
An Introduction to Sound Business Insights
Dan Watkins of the Watkins Firm provides an overview of the topics and legal issues to be discussed in their podcast "Sound Business Insights." Topics to be discussed include: Starting a business Contracts and transactions Buying and selling a business Insights for employers Resolving business disputes Breach of Contract Shareholders’ Rights Legal issues for the medical and healthcare industry orOAH9ne2Q9rJvMO6iVw
2021-09-08
24 min
The Addiction Recovery Cast
Dan
In this episode of The ARC Paul interviews Dan. Paul's first impression of Dan many years ago was "here is one serious motherfucker." They have subsequently become good friends, Paul considering Dan part of his inner circle. They discuss love, family, relationships, distance, nature, crime, sport, literature, art and music. Dan blindsides Paul with the revelation he played for Victoria in a team sport at one stage. They discuss the calm pursued by monks and junkies, the time when Dan broke his jaw, the importance of honesty and of starting and maintaining effort. Dan also talks to Paul about...
2021-06-13
2h 18
Another Villa Podcast: And Football Stuff Too
Episode 3: WELCOME WATKINS!!!
My thoughts on Villa's transfer news, including the record signing of Ollie Watkins, and I cover Jack Grealish's England debut
2020-09-09
18 min
BIG Truths of Small Business
Fake News - How Does it Affect Your Small Business? with Guest Dan the Man
We are in a time when our President throws around the term "Fake News" often. At the Big Truths, we are always trying to discover thoughts, angles, truths, and disruptors in our small business. So what fake news is in your organization and how does it affect you? And as a bonus this week, we get the "Dan Angle" from a regular contributor, Dan the Man.
2020-08-28
1h 05
ManagerMirror
ManagerMirror S2E14: Defining Hard Work with Dan Watkins
Forethought President Dan Watkins talks about defining hard work and shares his equation for engagement.
2020-08-27
41 min
Medically Assisted CBD®
Interview with Dan Watkins- SolCell Founder
Come listen to our interview with Dan Watkins, founder of SolCell, GreenCell and many other companies. Unlike most in the CBD space, he is getting his hands dirty and growing the hemp for all of us to utilize. He discusses plant genetics and how this industry needs to grow and progress into a mainstream industry. He has one of the first UDSA approved Hemp grows in the state of New Jersey, so he has some great experience with Federal and state regulations and laws regarding Hemp. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/medicallyassistedcbd/message
2020-07-06
36 min
Coronavirus Update
POST COVID19 UPDATE - Ep004 - How Real is the Threat of Corona Virus
***Exclusive Audio of Dr. Dan Erickson - What is the real threat of Covid19 at this time? In this remarkably honest audio (taken from a video that YouTube has now banned), Dr. Erickson gives a real-time assessment USING SCIENCE to dispute the shelter-in-place to prevent the spread of Coronavirus. Both Dr. Dan Erickxon and Dr. Artin Massahi the primary physicians and owners of Accelerated Urgent Care in Bakersfield, California.
2020-04-28
23 min
BIG Truths of Small Business
Learn How Your Personal Biases Affect Your Business, Family, & Future - Part 1
Joe & Travis invite "Dan the Man" (Dan Watkins) to discuss the bitter truths of how everyone's cognitive biases enter into every decision. This is part 1 of a several part series. Learn about anchor bias, recent bias, relationship bias, and others. We believe this deep dive into how we think and make decisions is foundational to understanding how to improve and make the right decisions in business and every part of our life. Come on this journey!
2020-04-24
34 min
Inside The Workflow
Season 1 - #20 Deon Nicholas & Dan Watkins, Forethought
In this special episode, we shake things up with a webinar-style format featuring two incredible guests: Dion Nicholas, CEO and Co-Founder of Forethought, and Dan Watkins, the company’s President who recently transitioned from Qualtrics. Forethought, an AI company, is on a mission to revolutionize customer support by empowering agents and knowledge workers with AI-powered solutions. Together, Dion and Dan dive into the origins of Forethought, the evolution of AI in the workplace, and their insights into building a future where customer experience is proactive rather than reactive.Throughout the episode, the duo shares their experiences and le...
2020-04-13
32 min
Solve Your IRS Problem
KRMG's Dan Potter Interviews Travis Watkins
In this episode, Travis is interviewed by KRMG's Dan Potter.
2019-12-06
20 min
Solve Your IRS Problem
KRMG's Dan Potter Interviews Travis Watkins
In this episode, Travis is interviewed by KRMG's Dan Potter.
2019-12-06
20 min
Podcast | Write Your Book in a Flash Podcast with Dan Janal
#019 – Alexandra Watkins, Author of Hello, My Name Is Awesome
Brand name expert Alexandra Watkins is a leading and outspoken authority on brand names with buzz. She is author of “Hello, My Name is Awesome… How to Create Brand Names That Stick” (an Inc. Magazine Top 10 Marketing Book). She is also founder of naming firm Eat My Words. She is a popular guest speaker at entrepreneur events and speaks regularly to MBA students at the Stanford Graduate School of Business, Berkeley’s Haas School of Business, USF School of Management, and other MBA programs. Tips: If you want your book to sound like you speak, t...
2019-11-11
18 min
Top Business Leaders | Write Your Book in a Flash Podcast with Dan Janal
#019 – Alexandra Watkins, Author of Hello, My Name Is Awesome
Brand name expert Alexandra Watkins is a leading and outspoken authority on brand names with buzz. She is author of “Hello, My Name is Awesome… How to Create Brand Names That Stick” (an Inc. Magazine Top 10 Marketing Book). She is also founder of naming firm Eat My Words. She is a popular guest speaker at entrepreneur events and speaks regularly to MBA students at the Stanford Graduate School of Business, Berkeley’s Haas School of Business, USF School of Management, and other MBA programs. Tips: If you want your book to sound like you speak, t...
2019-11-11
18 min