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Payments on Fire™Episode 268 - Rethinking Payment Optimization Through the Merchant of Record Model, with Rehman Baig, FlexFactorIn this episode, Rehman Baig, Chief Product Officer at FlexFactor joins Drew Edmond to talk about how FlexFactor is rethinking payments optimization through a Merchant of Record model. For most people in the industry, “Merchant of Record” is usually associated with global tax compliance and marketplaces, not optimization. But FlexFactor is using it to directly address failed payments and auth rate challenges in a way that merchants simply can’t do on their own. This is a fascinating conversation for anyone working to solve performance issues at scale, especially if your team has ever looked at your declin...2025-07-0340 min
Payments on Fire™Episode 267 - Fanning the Flames: Agentic CommerceWould you let a software agent, powered by AI, search, select, and complete a purchase on your behalf? Will a merchant be able to tell if there’s a human or robot behind the transaction? What about risk and regulation concerns? Russ Jones and Drew Edmond spent some time at the Glenbrook water cooler this week to consider the rapidly emerging topic of agentic commerce and agentic payments. Tune in as they explore different industry perspectives in order to understand the implications of this new technology in the payments ecosystem. 2025-06-2633 min
Edmond VoicesEpisode 49 - A Visit with the New Mayor Mark NashWhat do you do when one o the podcast team gets elected mayor of Edmond? You interview him of course. Mark Nash, already an Edmond Voices mainstay discusses the first six weeks of his term and what we can expect in the next year.2025-06-2042 minEdmond VoicesEpisode 48 - A Visit with Former Mayor Darrell DavisThe Edmond Voices team sits down with recently "retired" mayor Darrell Davis to discuss his retirement from public service, and the future of Edmond from his perspective. After more than two decades of service, Mayor Davis is putting his gavel on the shelf. Is the mayor done, or will he still be involved in Edmond's fast paced growth in the years to come. Tune in this month to find out the answer.2025-05-2533 min
Payments on Fire™Episode 264 - A PSP’s Guide to Maximizing Merchant Performance, with Brant Peterson, WorldpayIn this episode, Brant Peterson, Head of Enterprise Product, North America at Worldpay, joins Drew Edmond to talk about payment optimization through the perspective of a payment service provider. Worldpay is one of the world’s largest global PSPs - it processed over 2.5 Trillion Dollars in 2024, which was made up of 50 Billion transactions. Tune in to hear their perspectives on payment optimization and solutions that PSPs can offer merchant customers to help them improve their approval rates.2025-05-2246 min
Trust This with Joseph SeagleIntroduction to Tax Deed Investing - ft. Sandra EdmondGet ready for a power-packed episode of Trust This! ️ Joe Seagle sits down with none other than Sandra Edmond — better known as the Queen of Tax Deeds — for a deep dive into the world of tax deed investing. Sandra opens up about her unexpected path from news reporting to real estate, revealing how curiosity, research, and grit led her to become one of the most respected voices in the game. From breaking down common myths and explaining the inner workings of tax deed sales to sharing why building the right team and personal brand is essential, Sandra brings real talk a...2025-05-0929 minEdmond VoicesEpisode 47 - The Edmond Arts Festival is ComingThe Edmond Voices team sits down with Michelle Schaefer, the chairperson for the 2025 Downtown Edmond Arts Festival. Michelle fills the team in on the dates, May 2-4, as well as what artists, musicians, and food you can find at this year's festival.2025-04-2737 min
Payments on Fire™Episode 259 - Using Real-Time Merchant Intelligence to Enhance Transaction Visibility, with Oban MacTavish, Spade“Payments Performance Optimization” is a pretty broad term, and it might mean different things to different people. In a series of Payments on Fire episodes this year, Glenbrook’s Drew Edmond will be talking to guests who are approaching payments optimization from a variety of different angles, with a focus on primarily online, card not present merchants. At the end of the day, a merchant wants the maximum number of good transactions to be authorized successfully. It sounds so simple. But is anything in payments really simple? In this episode, Oban MacTavish, CEO and Co-f...2025-03-2739 minEdmond VoicesEpisode 46 - Conversation With One Edmond Mayor CandidateThis Month our team flips the table on our usual host Mark Nash. Keith Weber and the team interview Nash, a mayoral candidate, on the upcoming city council election. Mark's opponent in the race, declined an invitation to meet with the Edmond Voices team on the podcast or in an unrecorded interview.2025-03-2038 min
Payments on Fire™Episode 258 - Giving the Green Light to Surcharging, with Emily Tsitrian, YeeldAs legal and regulatory restrictions have become relaxed in recent years, we’ve been noting the increasing prevalence of surcharges on payment cards here in the U.S. Perhaps it was inevitable that the practice would become more commonplace in our market, which is known around the world for relatively high rates of card interchange and a relatively light touch in financial services regulation. Surcharging is a tricky issue with a lot of different stakeholder perspectives to consider. In this episode, Emily Tsitrian, co-founder of Yeeld, joins Bryan Derman and Drew Edmond to share industry insi...2025-03-1229 minEdmond Voices3 Mar 25 -Episode 45 - Conversation with EPS Board Seat 5 CandidateThis month our team visits with Marcus Jones, a candidate for the EPS district seat 5. His opponent, Jim Putnam was unavailable due to a scheduling error made by his campaign team; but the answers to the same questions asked of Mr. Jones will be available in an article in The Edmond Way.NOTE: Editorial Board Chairman, Mark Nash, has excused himself from participating in this episode due to his Edmond mayoral race. 2025-03-0320 minEdmond Voices29 Jan 25 - Episode 44 - A Fresh Start for Edmond in 2025The Edmond Voices team discusses the recent forced resignation of Edmond's City Manager. What's next? How soon will a new manager be hired? And most importantly, what does Edmond need in a new manager's skills, experience, and community-knowledge? 2025-01-2941 minEdmond Voices26 Dec 24 - Episode 43 - 2024: A Look Back & What's Coming in 2025While celebrating the Christmas season, the Edmond Voices editorial board reflects back on 2024 and several major events in Edmond. Then to round out the episode our team looks ahead at several significant events coming up in 2025.2024-12-2635 min
The Count of Monte CristoThe StoryGaspard Caderousse receives a mysterious visitor.SPRQ Media presents The Count of Monte Cristo, an adaptation by H.G. Zeissler with Meredith Tuve, based on the novel, The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas. This program was directed and executive produced by H.G. Zeissler. Episode adaptation copyright 2023 by Meredith Tuve. Featuring the voice talents of: Quintheo as Edmond Dantès, Feodor Romanenkov as Gaspard Caderousse, and Theresa McConnon as Madeleine Radelle. Illustrations, including cover and episode art, by Meredith Tuve. Sound design by H.G. Zeissler. Story edits by Meredith Tuv...2024-12-2137 min
The Count of Monte CristoThe UnknownFinally free, Dantès sets out to discover the fate of his loved ones.SPRQ Media presents The Count of Monte Cristo, an adaptation by H.G. Zeissler with Meredith Tuve, based on the novel, The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas. This program was directed and executive produced by H.G. Zeissler. Episode adaptation copyright 2023 by Meredith Tuve. Featuring the voice talents of: Quintheo as Edmond Dantès, Lenny Mostov as Jacopo, Jim Schiffman as Captain Baldi, Tatum Jahnke as the Tartan Sailor, Adam Anagnostou as the Yacht Builder, and Chad Giefer as...2024-12-1413 min
The Count of Monte CristoEscapeEscaping the confines of the Château d'If, Dantès finds himself unexpectedly rescued by a band of smugglers.SPRQ Media presents The Count of Monte Cristo, an adaptation by H.G. Zeissler with Meredith Tuve, based on the novel, The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas. This program was directed and executive produced by H.G. Zeissler. Episode adaptation copyright 2023 by Meredith Tuve. Featuring the voice talents of: Quintheo as Edmond Dantès, Mike Kelly as the Abbé Faria, Lenny Mostov as Jacopo, Jim Schiffman as Captain Baldi, Tatum Jahnke as the Tarta...2024-11-2216 min
The Count of Monte CristoThe Island of Monte CristoDantès hunts for the legendary, long-lost Spada family treasure.SPRQ Media presents The Count of Monte Cristo, an adaptation by H.G. Zeissler with Meredith Tuve, based on the novel, The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas. This program was directed and executive produced by H.G. Zeissler. Episode adaptation copyright 2023 by Meredith Tuve. Featuring the voice talents of: Quintheo as Edmond Dantès, Lenny Mostov as Jacopo, Jim Schiffman as Captain Baldi, and Tatum Jahnke as the Tartan Sailor. Illustrations, including cover and episode art, by Meredith Tuve. Sound desi...2024-11-2213 min
Payments on Fire™Episode 252 - Testing, Testing, 123: Payments has evolved in the past 20 years, what about payments testing? with Steve Semelsberger, TestlioReal end-to-end testing requires real-world transactions. Sometimes that’s not too difficult to do if you are implementing payments in your own country. But step outside your border, and it gets a bit harder. People new to payments turn to logical solutions when faced with this problem. Can you call the acquirer? Won’t they have test accounts for us to use? (Probably not.) Can’t we just drip a few transactions through with a few live customers to see how it goes? (Sure, but you may wait a long time to run through all the scenarios you wou...2024-11-2044 min
The Count of Monte CristoEscapeEscaping the confines of the Château d'If, Dantès finds himself unexpectedly rescued by a band of smugglers. SPRQ Media presents The Count of Monte Cristo, an adaptation by H.G. Zeissler with Meredith Tuve, based on the novel, The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas. This program was directed and executive produced by H.G. Zeissler. Episode adaptation copyright 2023 by Meredith Tuve. Featuring the voice talents of: Quintheo as Edmond Dantès, Mike Kelly as the Abbé Faria, Lenny Mostov as Jacopo, Jim Schiffman as Captain Baldi, Tatum Jahnke as the Tartan Sa...2024-11-1516 min
The Count of Monte CristoThe Cemetery of the Château d'IfThe Abbé Faria reveals the location of the legendary, long-lost Spada family treasure. Dantès plots an escape. SPRQ Media presents The Count of Monte Cristo, an adaptation by H.G. Zeissler with Meredith Tuve, based on the novel, The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas. This program was directed and executive produced by H.G. Zeissler. Adaptation copyright 2023 by H.G. Zeissler. Featuring the voice talents of: Timm Vedder as the Guard, Chad Giefer as the New Governor, and Luke Langfeldt as the Doctor. With Quintheo as the voice of Edmond Dantès. A...2024-11-0834 min
Verify In Field: The Millwork PodcastBuilding 'Lego Houses': The Future of Sustainable Construction with RJ LangeText us your feedback on the podcast!In this episode of Verify In Field, we dive into the future of sustainable home construction with our special guest, RJ Lange, the visionary founder of Lush. RJ shares his unique journey from the architectural millwork industry to creating Lush, a company reimagining how homes can be built sustainably and efficiently. We explore Lush’s pioneering use of the WikiHouse concept—an open-source housing design platform—and their innovative building kits made from 3/4 inch plywood, offering unmatched energy efficiency and cost savings. Discover how these kits simplify the construction process, enabli...2024-10-3048 minEdmond Voices25 Oct 24 - Episode 42 - GO Bonds, Elections & MoreThis month's episode has the team back in the garden at Studio 46B pulling topics out of the old faithful red solo cup. Join us as we discuss once more the GO Bond Issue, the Senate District 47 race, next year's City Council election and more. 2024-10-2638 min
The Count of Monte CristoPrisoners 27 and 34A shocking truth is revealed to Dantès, fueling his desire for revenge. SPRQ Media presents The Count of Monte Cristo, an adaptation by H.G. Zeissler with Meredith Tuve, based on the novel, The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas. This program was directed and executive produced by H.G. Zeissler. Adaptation copyright 2023 by H.G. Zeissler. Featuring the voice talents of: Quintheo as Edmond Dantès and Michael Kelly as the Abbé Faria. Illustrations, including cover and episode art, by Meredith Tuve. Sound design by H.G. Zeissler. Story edits...2024-10-1816 min
The Count of Monte CristoThe Abbé FariaDantès meets a fellow prisoner. SPRQ Media presents The Count of Monte Cristo, an adaptation by H.G. Zeissler with Meredith Tuve, based on the novel, The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas. This program was directed and executive produced by H.G. Zeissler. Adaptation copyright 2023 by H.G. Zeissler. Featuring the voice talents of: Quintheo as Edmond Dantès, Timm Vedder as the Guard, and Michael Kelly as the Abbé Faria. Illustrations, including cover and episode art, by Meredith Tuve. Sound design by H.G. Zeissler. Story edits by Meredi...2024-10-1126 min
The Count of Monte CristoPrisonerAlone in the Château d'If's dark confines, Dantès grapples with the torment of isolation. SPRQ Media presents The Count of Monte Cristo, an adaptation by H.G. Zeissler with Meredith Tuve, based on the novel, The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas. This program was directed and executive produced by H.G. Zeissler. Adaptation copyright 2023 by H.G. Zeissler. Featuring the voice talents of: Quintheo as Edmond Dantès, Timm Vedder as the Guard, Tatum Jahnke as M. de Boville, David Durkee as the Governor, Mike Kelly as the Abbé Faria, and Chad G...2024-10-0416 minEdmond Voices27 Sep 24 - Episode 41 - What do you think about GO BondsThe Edmond City Council has decided to place a General Obligation Bond issue on the November 5th election ballot. This controversial issue has created quite the stir in the city. Listen in as our team visits with County Assessor Larry Stein about the merits of the GO Bond. 2024-09-2849 min
The Count of Monte CristoThe Arrest of Edmond DantèsAn imprisoned Dantès desperately seeks answers. Meanwhile, Villefort's departure for Paris sets in motion a chain of events with unforeseen consequences. SPRQ Media presents The Count of Monte Cristo, an adaptation by H.G. Zeissler with Meredith Tuve, based on the novel, The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas. This program was directed and executive produced by H.G. Zeissler. Adaptation copyright 2023 by H.G. Zeissler. Featuring the voice talents of: Quintheo as Edmond Dantès, Kyle Ennis as M. Morrel, Valarie Falken as Mercédès, Alex Yorkovich as Fernand,Dan St...2024-09-2015 min
The Count of Monte CristoVillefort's FortuneWhile a determined M. Morrel seeks answers, Dantès speaks with Chief Prosecutor M. de Villefort. A mysterious letter could change everything. SPRQ Media presents The Count of Monte Cristo, an adaptation by H.G. Zeissler with Meredith Tuve, based on the novel, The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas. This program was directed and executive produced by H.G. Zeissler. Adaptation copyright 2023 by H.G. Zeissler. Featuring the voice talents of: Quintheo as Edmond Dantès, Kyle Ennis as M. Morrel, Valarie Falken as Mercédès, Alex Yorkovich as Fernand, Dan Steph...2024-09-1322 min
The Count of Monte CristoBetrayedDantès sees his life torn apart when he's falsely accused of treason. SPRQ Media presents The Count of Monte Cristo, an adaptation by H.G. Zeissler with Meredith Tuve, based on the novel, The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas. This program was directed and executive produced by H.G. Zeissler. Adaptation copyright 2023 by H.G. Zeissler. Featuring the voice talents of: Quintheo as Edmond Dantès, Kyle Ennis as M. Morrel, Dan Stephans as Danglars, Valarie Falken as Mercédès,Alex Yorkovich as Fernand, Feodor Romanenkov as Caderousse, Ken C...2024-09-0619 min
The Count of Monte CristoThe CaptainEdmond Dantès, a humble French sailor, arrives home in Marseilles after months at sea. SPRQ Media presents The Count of Monte Cristo, an adaptation by H.G. Zeissler with Meredith Tuve, based on the novel, The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas. This program was directed and executive produced by H.G. Zeissler. Adaptation copyright 2023 by H.G. Zeissler. Featuring the voice talents of: Quintheo as Edmond Dantès, Kyle Ennis as M. Morrel, Dan Stephans as Danglars, Feodor Romanenkov as Gaspard Caderousse, and Ken Coy as Louis Dantès. Illustrations, including cover...2024-08-3015 minEdmond Voices26 Aug 24 - Episode 40 - Shannon Price with EFAIIn our 40th episode we have a little surprise for our followers. This month we have included a visual appearance to the podcast. After all, this episode features Shannon Price, Executive Director of the Edmond Fine Arts Institute. Shannon brings us a brief history of the Institute, an explanation of the Fine Arts Institute new capital campaign, and how it all ties in to the Uncommon Ground art park. Listen in to learn more about EFAI and the future of art in Edmond. 2024-08-2737 min
Fruitbowl: An Oral History of Queer SexGuest Podcast: "Nuances - Queering Premodern Asia"
Enjoy this bonus episode of the podcast series Nuances: Our Asian Stories. Hosted by Lazou, Nuance's latest season is titled Queering Premodern Asia and each episode explores different aspects of sexual diversity in premodern Asia with commentary and personal stories from guest scholars and artists. Lazou reached out recently and, because our podcasts have a lot of themes in common, we decided to share an episode of each other’s pod with our listeners. Each episode of Nuances begins with a guest scholar who talks about some really interesting queer history of ancient Asian cultures; after...2024-08-161h 03Edmond Voices18 July 24 - Episode 39 - Dr. Angela Grunewald with EPSPublic education in Oklahoma seems to be in the news daily right now. Edmond's public school district superintendent Dr. Angela Grunewald is our guest this month, bringing our team up to date on the district's successful lawsuit against the state, what the district is doing in regards to the bible in the classroom controversy, and the district's thoughts about the city's proposed general obligation bond issue. Additionally, we got to hear about other initiatives and news within the Edmond schools. 2024-07-1835 min
901 Voices and Votes PodcastChampioning Equity: A Conversation with Shelby County Commissioner Edmond Ford Jr.Welcome to another episode of 901 Voices and Votes Podcast. Today, we're honored to have Shelby County Commissioner Edmond Ford Jr. join us for an insightful conversation. As a pivotal figure in local governance, Commissioner Ford serves on the Racial Equity Ad Hoc Committee, where he champions initiatives aimed at addressing systemic inequalities. In this episode, we explore his thoughts on racial equity, the challenges and opportunities within Shelby County government, and his vision for a more inclusive community. Tune in as Commissioner Ford shares his candid perspectives and strategic insights on fostering lasting change and advancing equity for all...2024-07-031h 27Edmond Voices23 June 24 - Episode 38 - Sen. Adam Pugh joins in after the legislative sessionIn this episode, District 41 Sen. Adam Pugh joins the team to discuss the legislative session that ended in May. We talk education, the appropriations process, paper license tags on cars months after they expire, and several other interesting tidbits. This is a an episode you don't want to miss if you are interested in what goes on at the state capitol. 2024-06-2438 minEdmond Voices31 May 24 - Episode 37 - A Visit With Todd Lamb from UCOIn an episode that every student that attends UCO must hear, university president Todd Lamb sits down with the Edmond Voices team and discusses his first year at the university. Endearing stories, and the secret to getting a free cup of coffee out of the president, are just some of the things covered this month.2024-05-3138 minEdmond Voices27 Apr 24 - Episode 36 - Pizza talk around the CampfireListen in this month for a fun-filled, food-focused episode of frivolity discussing new ownership and a new menu for a pizzeria in Edmond. Bret Kappus, who is no stranger to Edmond, has purchased Campfire Pizza & Gelato on Bryant Ave south of East 33rd Street. The podcast team discusses (and samples) the new menu, future drink options, and what else is planned for this sister restaurant to the highly successful Flower Shop Winery & Pizzeria in Yukon and Chickasha. 2024-04-2735 min
The Daily Snapshot - A.I.AI Unleashed: Microsoft's Smart Screenshots, Autoblow's Intimate Robotics, and Christie's AI Art AuctionMicrosoft's Snip Insights introduces a novel application of A.I. technology in a screenshot tool, aimed at providing intelligent insights from captured images. Meanwhile, advancements in A.I. continue to evolve in personal devices, exemplified by the Autoblow A.I., which incorporates machine learning for a unique user experience. In the art world, A.I. also makes its mark with the creation of 'Edmond de Belamy,' a portrait recognized for its uniqueness by being auctioned at Christie's, featuring an unconventional artist's signature in the form of a math equation. These developments showcase the diverse and expanding role of A...2024-03-2808 minEdmond Voices25 Mar 24 Episode 35 - The Return of the Red Solo Cup
In this month's episode of Edmond Voices, we find the podcast team pulling an old friend off the shelf; the Ed Solo Cup. Choosing from multiple hot topics from the Edmond community, the topic picked from the cup was "Potpourri for $1,000 Alex"; a fast spin across three items of interest: 1) The OYO / New Life Village condemnation, 2) The special election on the Edmond hotel/motel tax, 3) The repeal of the state grocery tax. Join us as the team debates all three topics in 30 short minutes.2024-03-2537 min
Dad Bros ShowEp 594 - Because I’m a ScorpionA German man claims to have taken 217 Covid shots. Burger hacks. A trans activist hired by Doritos is more than they expected. Save your tortillas. Logan Paul vs Mike Tyson fight announced to be broadcast on Netflix. A scorpion stings a man in the groin while vacationing in Vegas. Josh and Jon are grossed out by foot and armpit licking at a school. Sherif Grady Judd addresses human trafficking. Ozympic affects gym attendance as users get sick while working out. Is it long covid or long vax? Drink of the Show: Aviator Nightfight Imperial Stout ...2024-03-121h 50
Classic Audiobook CollectionThe Brain by Edmond Hamilton ~ Full AudiobookThe Brain by Edmond Hamilton audiobook. Dive into the mind-bending world of Edmond Hamilton's 'The Brain,' an electrifying tale that weaves together the realms of science fiction and the human psyche in an unforgettable narrative that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Imagine a compelling storyline where the very fabric of intelligence is threatened by the emergence of a colossal, sentient brain that harbors the secrets to untold power and knowledge. As you listen to the audiobook, you'll be captivated by Hamilton's masterful prose, rich with vivid imagery and complex characters who grapple...2024-03-126h 06
Classic Audiobook CollectionForgotten World by Edmond Hamilton ~ Full AudiobookForgotten World by Edmond Hamilton audiobook. Dive into the mesmerizing realm of Edmond Hamilton's 'Forgotten World,' a spellbinding adventure that transports listeners to a vibrant, lost civilization teeming with wonder and peril. Picture yourself amidst lush jungles, ancient ruins, and an enigmatic society that has thrived in secrecy, untouched by the passage of time. As the protagonist embarks on a thrilling quest that intertwines the fates of humanity and this extraordinary world, you'll find yourself captivated by Hamilton's masterful storytelling and richly woven narrative. The audiobook format amplifies the experience, as the evocative prose and immersive...2024-03-112h 20
WeatherBrainsWeatherBrains 946: Mic My GrandmaTonight on WeatherBrains we are thrilled to welcome the dynamic duo of severe weather coverage from Channel 9 in Oklahoma City. Together they have captivated audiences with their commitment to keeping their communities safe and informed. They are both beloved figures in the State of Oklahoma and across the nation. Our First WeatherBrain has been at the forefront of chasing and reporting on severe weather and other extreme weather in Oklahoma. He's an Oklahoma native and grew up in Edmond. He earned his education at OU and got an internship opportunity at the ABC affiliate in Oklahoma City befo...2024-03-051h 50Edmond Voices28 Feb 24 Episode 34 - Downtown Edmond and Stephanie CarelEpisode 34 finds the Voices of Edmond team visiting with Stephanie Carel, co-owner of Silver Leaf Gems and executive director of the Downtown Edmond Business Association (DEBA). Stephanie tells the story Silver Leaf Gems; its origin and evolution over time. Then in a roundtable discussion Stephanie brings the team up to date on what is happening in downtown this year. 2024-02-2835 minEdmond Voices31 Jan 24 Episode 33 - A Visit with Deanna Boston from EPSFDeanna Boston, the CEO of the Edmond Public Schools Foundation joins the team this episode to discuss the upcoming EDIIE Awards, the growth of support given to Edmond Public Schools, and the needs of the foundation and the school district.2024-02-0340 min
mentorDINOAIA Fellowship & Federal Architecture - Edmond GauvreauEdmond Gauvreau, Chief Planning Branch Installation Readiness Division of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, discusses his role and the work of the Corps in facility planning and development. He shares his journey in the federal government and the challenges of working in the bureaucracy. Ed also provides advice for those interested in working in the federal government and shares his experience of becoming a Fellow of the AIA.The conversation highlights the importance of instigating change in facility design and the camaraderie among Fellows. In this conversation, Ed Gauvreau shares his insights and experiences in...2023-12-281h 16Edmond Voices26 Dec 23 Episode 32 - Closing Out 2023; A Potpourri of IssuesThe Edmond Voices team recaps 2023 in Edmond this episode during our Christmas reception at Studio 46B in east Edmond. In rapid-fire succession, the team covers "what's happening at 2nd & Coltrane", "the dirt" at I-35 & Covell, how many attorneys are there in the state legislature, the retirement of our city attorney, a quick restaurants update, and a few other projects going on around town. The team closes with a few thoughts on The Edmond Way and the bright future for our community newspaper. 2023-12-2638 min
Boss Responses#25: How Amy Ragland Found Freelance Success in the Financial Services NicheSend us a textHost Treasa Edmond talks with Amy Ragland, a freelancer who specializes in content for the financial services industry. They discuss her experiences transitioning from part-time to full-time freelancing, the challenges she's faced, and how she manages clients. Topics they touch on include the importance of setting boundaries, having a business plan, adapting to life changes, and maintaining a flexible approach to business. Amy also highlights her enjoyment of giving back to other freelancers to help them navigate their way through freelance work and invites listeners to subscribe to her newsletter, "How I Freelance."2023-12-2231 minBoss Responses#24: How to Identify and Address Red Flags with Amy RaglandSend us a textIn this episode of the Boss Responses Podcast, host Treasa Edmond and guest co-host Amy Ragland discuss the red flags to watch out for while interacting with potential clients. They stress the importance of following your gut instinct when it comes to dealing with suspect clients or situations. The discussion emphasizes the need to define an ideal client profile, and to guide clients on matters concerning budget setting and project scope, enhancing the client-provider relationship.About the HostsTreasa Edmond is a content strategist and c...2023-12-2109 minBoss Responses#23: How to Decide if Freelancing is Right for You with Amy RaglandSend us a textIn this episode of the Boss Responses podcast, host Treasa Edmond and guest co-host Amy Ragland take a serious look at the difficulties and challenges of freelancing, especially for those who've transitioned into running a business due to situations like layoffs. They discuss the importance of understanding your fulfillment and comfort level, the misinformation surrounding freelancing as an easy job, and the importance of networking, mentorship, and soul-searching. About the HostsTreasa Edmond is a content strategist and consultant, best-selling ghostwriter, and podcast host. On B...2023-12-2008 minBoss Responses#22: How to End Client Contracts with Amy RaglandSend us a textEnding a relationship with a client is not always an easy thing. In this episode, host Treasa Edmond and guest co-host Amy Ragland talk through the sometimes necessity of ending those relationships, and how to do it professionally. About the HostsTreasa Edmond is a content strategist and consultant, best-selling ghostwriter, and podcast host. On Boss Responses, Treasa and her weekly guest hosts explore how freelancers and small business owners can navigate the sometimes tricky path of client management and communication. She also teaches content...2023-12-1906 minBoss Responses#21: How to Handle Changes in Point of Contact with Amy RaglandSend us a textHas your point of contact with a client ever changed? We've been there too. And we know the situation can cause tension when the new person is more difficult to work Join host Treasa Edmond special guest co-host Amy Ragland as they give insights on how to handle changes in point of content with established clients. They also discuss when it's best to make the hard decision and let the client go. About the HostsTreasa Edmond is a content strategist and consultant, best-selling ghostwriter...2023-12-1808 min
The BLC Pod #BetterListenCloselyOSC Ep. 2: When They Go LowIn the second & final installment of off-season conversations, Nic & S.N.M. start with their appreciation & enjoyment of the disclaimer, followed by S.N.M. kicking off Sagittarius season with her birthday coming up & celebrating at a Swinger’s Club. After acknowledging J’s absence, & a brief discussion of whether this episode was considered a pop-up, they dive into the topics, starting with Jonathan Major’s ex stating that he wanted her, a white woman, to emulate Michelle Obama & Coretta Scott King. They talk about recent revelations or allegations regarding Jeannie Mai & Jeezy’s divorce involving infidelity & gatekeeping, TJ Holmes...2023-12-0750 minEdmond Voices29 Nov 23 Episode 31 - House District 39 Special ElectionIn this month's episode, the team discusses 7 of the 10 candidates running to fill the House of Representatives District 39 seat in the special election with primaries being held on December 12, 2023. The team interviews each candidate and includes responses from them in this episode.
The purpose and intent of the episode is to give voters some insight and knowledge about the candidates. The editorial board will provide an editorial with possible endorsements in the printed edition of The Edmond Way before the December 12th election.
For our Republican listeners, be sure and respond to...2023-11-2945 min
Payments on Fire™Episode 225 - Fanning the Flames: Money 20/20 RecapGlenbrook's Bryan Derman, Chris Uriarte, and Drew Edmond are back from a few days of learning, networking, and speaking (including a live broadcast from the Money Pot) at this year's Money 20/20 conference in Las Vegas. Chris and Drew talk with Yvette Bohanan about the noteworthy payments trends they observed at the show and what related themes our team is paying attention to.2023-11-0130 minEdmond Voices28 Sep 23 Episode 31 - Tom Robins / Views of a New City CouncilmanIn this episode the Edmond Voices team visits with Ward 1 City Councilman Tom Robins; elected in April 2023. Tom discusses his approach to the position of city councilman, as well as addressing multiple topics within the Edmond City government. Listen to this episode to learn about Councilman Robins' approach, the new maternity/paternity leave plan for city employees, the proposed residential overlay district, the gap in effective communications by city staff, and more. 2023-09-2842 min
Payments on Fire™Episode 222 - Fanning the Flames: Involuntary ChurnWe get the opportunity to work with many different types of merchants in our Merchant Practice at Glenbrook: Global omnichannel retailers, marketplaces, commerce platforms, utilities, you name it. One of the major categories that we work with is subscription merchants, and they come with their own unique needs and perspectives. Subscription merchants and merchants that have recurring payments as part of their business model rely on the ability to charge their customers on an ongoing basis. In this Fanning the Flames episode, Drew Edmond joins Yvette Bohanan to dive deep into an issue that has grown in i...2023-09-2745 minEdmond Voices30 Aug 23 Episode 30 - Bob Weiss and Downtown EdmondBob Weiss, owner of Othello's and Around The Corner restaurants joins the podcast this month to discuss downtown Edmond. Want to know how downtown Edmond has changed in the last 25 years? What are the current challenges for downtown? What's coming next? Listen to this month's episode to find out. 2023-08-3041 min
Finish Big 2.0 w/ Mark DormanRevolutionizing Financial Modeling for Business Owners with Edmond Walters, CEO of VillanovaTech & Founder of E-Money (Ep. 19)It can be nerve-racking to leave a company you built, sell it off and start something new, but the experiences you gained from past careers can help you along your entrepreneurial journey.
In this episode, Mark Dorman speaks with Edmond Walters, Founder and CEO of VillanovaTech, LLC, about his journey as an entrepreneur. From building eMoney Advisors to the sale of that company and building another new venture, Edmond shares the different experiences he leveraged when starting a new business and the ups and downs of being an entrepreneur.
Edmond discusses:
His transition from b...2023-08-2234 min
Oklahoma Living & Real Estate ShowInterview with Joseph McCulley, Owner of A-1 Inspections, LLCWelcome to the Oklahoma Living and Real Estate Show. I’m your host, Tim Dumas with eXp Realty here in Oklahoma. Today I want to share with you some information on how to find the best deal for homeowners insurance and talk about some things to do this weekend but before we get to that, I want to share with you an interview I had with Joseph MuCully. He’s a Home Inspector and owns A-1 Inspections and in the interview he shares a lot of valuable information for homeowners and buyers.Special Guests Inteview: Jo...2023-07-2731 minEdmond Voices20 July 23 - Episode 19 - A visit with Councilman Barry MooreIn Studio 46B this month, Edmond Voices visits with Ward 2 Councilman Barry Moore. Councilman Moore provides insight into his goals and vision as a city council member. Mr. Moore also discusses the recent development application on Rt. 66 that was withdrawn prior to the Planning Commission meeting, and citizens' input to him, as a new council member, about the Uncommon Grounds park issue. 2023-07-2043 min
Payments on Fire™Episode 212 - Creating Customer Success in the Age of Embedded Finance with Ashley Isenberg, VP Revenue & Strategic Partnerships at FinixWhile payment facilitation has opened up a new segment of service providers within the payments industry, embedded finance is opening up the world of payments to every company. The allure of embedded finance is rooted in the deepening of the customer relationship through offering meaningful financial products. This deeper relationship comes in the form of increased customer loyalty - or “stickiness” - and new revenue streams accretive to the company’s core business. This is all well and good, but payments and financial products are regulated, complex, and often require support at the critical moment of the...2023-07-1943 min
Payments on Fire™Episode 206 - What’s Hot, What’s Not, and What We’re Watching: Checking in at 2023’s Halfway Point with GlenbrookSome people know Glenbrook for our Payments Boot Camp workshops, some know us for our book - Payment Systems in the US - while others know us for this podcast. Interestingly, while we do all of those things, we are, in fact, a consulting firm. A consulting firm that believes educating industry professionals is a great way to make the industry stronger. Our consulting practice gives us a front-row seat to stakeholders across the value chain. Whether they are in start-ups or central banks, we hear what’s on their minds every day and have the opportunity to...2023-06-2148 min
Payments on Fire™Episode 205 - Why Simple Questions Can Be Hard To Answer, with Klas Bäck, Founder and CEO of Pagos SolutionsIn payments, as it is in life, a simple question is often wrapped in complexity. The complexity of the payments acceptance landscape, with an increasing number of stakeholders and technology providers, changing regulations and rules, and Issuers implementing new authentication and authorization mechanisms - any one or a combination of these could lead to major and minor impacts to the operational and financial performance of a business. And while this has been the case for several decades, we find ourselves in a macroeconomic environment that requires us to find operational efficiencies, which places the payments team under...2023-06-1447 min
Payments on Fire™Episode 193 - Fanning the Flames: Help! Am I becoming a Fintech?What do Fintechs have to do with the cereal aisle? Tune in to this episode of Payments on Fire: Fanning the Flames to hear the answer to that question and more, as Glenbrook’s Chris Uriarte and Drew Edmond prepare for MRC Vegas 23. 2023-03-0322 min
On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 198What an AWESOME show! Today my guest was #CalvinStovall CEO of #InconicPresentations LLC! What was his 1st job in hotels? Which IVY League University did he receive his Masters Degree from? Which major hotel company was he the Vice President of Brand Marketing? What led to him becoming a Key Note Speaker? And he just finished his 1st book about Black Hotel Ownership from the late 1700's? All of that & a great conversation! But you have to watch. #hospitalityunplugged2023-03-011h 05
Underground Wealth SecretsAsset Protection & The Benefits Of Having An LLC With Lee PhillipsLLC is the most flexible legal tool any entrepreneur can ever have. It gives you double asset protection and allows you to pick your own tax structure. But alongside its many benefits are also some pitfalls you need to avoid. Lee Phillips joins Julie Houston to discuss the right way to maintain an LLC, as well as its legal differences compared to corporations and partnerships. He explains the importance of having an operating agreement, picking the best tax structure, and keeping your business safe from the cunning claws of the IRS.2022-10-2831 minPayments on Fire™Episode 176 - Fanning the Flames: PaymentsEd Forum 2022Glenbrook’s Drew Edmond joins Yvette Bohanan on the show to recap his experience at the PaymentsEd Forum in Washington DC earlier this month. In addition to attending the conference, Drew also spoke on a panel about “How collaboration at scale can improve outcomes” with Jordan Kaplan from Groupon and Jonathan Lee from Netflix, moderated by Tyler Heun from checkout.com. Tune in to hear more about Drew’s panel discussion as well as the major topics of conversation around the conference “water cooler”. https://pof.glenbrook.com/2022-08-3025 min
NeuroDiverse Christian CouplesAffinity Therapy: Finding Hidden PotentialJoin Stephanie in her discussion with Ron Suskind on discovering potential and finding hope against all odds. As Ron shares his experience with his son Owen and Stephanie shares her experience with Sydney, both find found ways to enter their autistic child's inner world through scripting through their child's favorite Disney movies. Dr. Holmes' interviews Ron Suskind at the Converge Autism Summit held in SC.Ron and Stephanie refer to the movie Ron created about their journey, Life Animated.The link to that movie is here:Find the link to Life Animated here:https://www.youtube...2022-08-2259 min
Explore New Horizons With Free AudiobookCyrano de Bergerac: A Play in Five Parts Audiobook by Edmond RostandListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 577292
Title: Cyrano de Bergerac: A Play in Five Parts
Author: Edmond Rostand
Narrator: Angie Kane, Bradley Philips, Caitlin Cavannaugh, David Bendena, James Kuhl, Michael Wecht, Patrick Loos, Ryan Carlson, Steve Wojtas
Format: Unabridged
Length: 03:12:23
Language: English
Release date: 05-26-22
Publisher: Dreamscape Media, LLC
Genres: Fiction & Literature, Literary Fiction, Classics
Summary:
Based on true events and individuals, this compelling play outlines the life and love of Cyrano de Bergerac, a man whose talent with words rivals that of his talent with a sword. Sworn to protect a man...2022-05-263h 12
Springbrook's Converge Autism RadioLife Animated: A Tale of Autism & Hidden PotentialRon Suskind delves deeper into Affinity Therapy, the unique method of emulative communication that the Suskind's developed to help Owen, their youngest son, emerge from the shadows of autism. Owen, despite limited speech, memorized fifty animated Disney movies. Throw him a line; he’d throw back the next one. When the Suskind's realized this, they began speaking in Disney dialogue, turning their house into a stage set where they would play out scenes. Over the years, their son’s speech returned. What’s the lesson? Listen to the patient and let them guide you. Ron focuses on the perspectives of both t...2022-05-1659 min
SOSS Secrets of Silent Success PodcastEP.017- SOSS conversations with LaTarah Edmond - Good Hair Day SalonBefore she opened Good Hair Day Salon, LaTarah Edmond had a career working for the Dallas Morning News. She assisted local businesses in marketing strategies and advertising campaigns to increase companies overall revenue. With her working with a salon business manager, it rekindled her love and passion for styling hair. Here's your opportunity to get a chance in hearing her side of the story of the transitional period of Corporate America to Entrepreneurship.
SOSS, Secrets of Silence Success is a series of sit down interviews with minority entrepreneurs detailing how they were able to generate success and bui...2022-03-0841 min
You‘re Doing Fine Oklahoma...Edmond Post Office MassacreThe horror of mass shootings is unfortunately not new to Oklahoma.
Employees just trying to do their jobs gunned down by a guy who tried to use "marksman" as an entire personality.
Chi walks us through the events of that fateful day and the aftermath of the Edmond Post Office Massacre.
If you have any recommendations for interesting mysteries from Oklahoma, or beyond, email us at: urdoingfineok.pod@gmail.com
2022-03-011h 11You‘re Doing Fine Oklahoma...Edmond Post Office MassacreThe horror of mass shootings is unfortunately not new to Oklahoma.
Employees just trying to do their jobs gunned down by a guy who tried to use "marksman" as an entire personality.
Chi walks us through the events of that fateful day and the aftermath of the Edmond Post Office Massacre.
If you have any recommendations for interesting mysteries from Oklahoma, or beyond, email us at: urdoingfineok.pod@gmail.com
2022-03-011h 11
Thrive BitesS 4 Ep 30 - How To Make Your Life Legendary with Mark BravoHow do you conquer various obstacles in your path? And how do you maintain a positive attitude despite all adversities? Discover how as I interview Mark Bravo, a veteran of over 500 races and around 50 marathons with the love of the positivity of those at races! WATCH THE YOUTUBE VERSION HERE: https://youtu.be/nBqkF_c1C9E
Mark Bravo is a 40-year runner and 20-year national running coach. Mark is a longtime Race Announcer, hosting such venues as the Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon and others around the southwest United States. He has a personal best at that d...2022-01-101h 06
Living CorporateThe State of Black Media w/ Black Enterprise (w/ Alfred Edmond Jr.)Zach sits down with Alfred Edmond Jr., SVP/Executive Editor-at-Large at Black Enterprise, to talk about Black media, historical trends, and the future of Black journalism and storytelling. Check the show notes to sign up for Black Men Xcel!Want to know more about our LinkedIn Learning courses? Check them out!https://bit.ly/3k4havyYou can connect with Alfred on LinkedIn & Twitter.https://bit.ly/3jYhj4xhttps://bit.ly/2Y6qKa6Find out more about...2021-11-021h 15
LuminaryJeff Behrends on ethics
Jeff Behrends is a director of ethics and technology initiatives at the Edmond J Safra Center for Ethics at Harvard University. He is also a co-director of Embedded EthiCS, a program that teaches ethical reasoning to budding computer scientists.
In this episode we cover: what is ethics and why it matters, how it differs from morality, making ethics cool, and teaching it to students at Harvard via the Embedded Ethics program.
Show Notes
About and from Prof. Jeff Behrends:
Website: https://www.jeffbehrends.comhttps://twitter.com/jeff_behrends Embedded EthiCSGoogle ScholarJeff Behrends, E...2020-11-2950 min
The Fatty Joe ShowEp#8 Dr. Dena O'Leary - Is There a Doctor in the House?Dr. Dena O’Leary is a is a physician in Edmond Oaklahoma, Board certified in Female Pelvic and Reconstructive Surgery, who also has a MS in Clinical and Translational Sciences. Dr. Dena spent 3 years in academic medicine as faculty at the University of Oklahoma Medical School and spent that time split between teaching, research and patient care. After figuring out that she did not fit in the academic environment, Dr. Dena found a new job focusing on actual patient care. Dr. Dena cares for women with a variety of pelvic floor concerns, and over the years came to realize that...2020-10-121h 27
Authors on the Air Global Radio NetworkDea Poirier & BENEATH THE ASHES on Wine Women & WritingDea Poirier is on Wine Women & Writing talking with Pamela Fagan Hutchins about her new thriller, BENEATH THE ASHES. Dea was raised in Edmond, Oklahoma, where she found her passion during a creative writing course. She studied computer science and political science at the University of Central Oklahoma. She later spent time living on both coasts and traveling the United States before finally putting down roots in central Florida. She now resides somewhere between Disney and the swamp.
About BENEATH THE ASHES: A troubled detective learns that the fires of the past are still burning in this haunting, emotional thriller.
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Payments on Fire™Episode 106 - Payments Infrastructure for the ISV - Richie Serna, FinixThe merchant acquiring industry continues its large scale shift from a payments-led to an operations-led purchasing decision for the merchants it serves. Historically based on independent sales organizations (ISOs) and non-bank acquirers, the party that increasingly provides payment acceptance is the independent software vendor (ISV). This makes sense for a number of reasons: Software is Vertical. Today, the first IT choice more merchants make is the software they use to run their business. This makes sense. Tools that improve overall business operations have a greater impact on success than the comparatively minor differences among payment providers...2019-11-0828 min
Action & Adventure MoviesThe Son of Monte Cristo 1940Edmond Dantes Jr. (Louis Hayward), the dashing son of the Count of Monte Cristo, finds his own adventure in the kingdom of Lichtenburg. Although the Grand Duchess of Zona (Joan Bennett) rightfully rules over the territory, she is engaged in a power struggle with evil Gen. Gurko (George Sanders), who conspires to take over. Dantes dons all manner of cunning disguises to come to the queen's aid, taking on the identity of a banker, a revolutionary and many others.2019-09-021h 41
The Startup LifeStephanie Lee(Founder & Lifestyle Mastery/Relationship Expert of Successfully Me, LLC)Can just anyone be a life coach or a therapist? Why do you have to be married to the business? In this episode, we talk to Stephanie Lee (Founder & Lifestyle Mastery/Relationship Expert of Successfully Me, LLC) as she answers these questions and more. She tells us the story of being a daughter of immigrants from Haiti and how her parents raised her in an entrepreneurial culture. Being recently married, she also describes how her husband, Edmond Lee (who is also an entrepreneur) encourages her and how their relationship works as they build two different businesses. Later in the show...2018-01-221h 07
The Startup LifeStephanie Lee(Founder & Lifestyle Mastery/Relationship Expert of Successfully Me, LLC)Can just anyone be a life coach or a therapist? Why do you have to be married to the business? In this episode, we talk to Stephanie Lee (Founder & Lifestyle Mastery/Relationship Expert of Successfully Me, LLC) as she answers these questions and more. She tells us the story of being a daughter of immigrants from Haiti and how her parents raised her in an entrepreneurial culture. Being recently married, she also describes how her husband, Edmond Lee (who is also an entrepreneur) encourages her and how their relationship works as they build two different businesses. Later in the show...2018-01-2200 min
Beyond the BarsLoving the Addict in Your Pew : Chuck Robinson with Elements Behavioral HealthChuck Robinson grew up in Oklahoma City, attending the University of Central Oklahoma, where he graduated with a Business Management degree in 1988 and a Masters of Arts in Substance Abuse Studies in 2012. Having made a significate change in his life in 1982, Robinson found himself raising four sons, coaching sports, active in the business world, and a volunteer in his local church. He felt a calling on his life to serve Jesus Christ in 1988. Robinson continued his “tent making” as a local oil and gas business owner, while volunteering in the church by leading various missions groups, youth groups and Sunday school...2018-01-1739 min
UFC Unfiltered with Jim Norton and Matt SerraUF132: Eddie Alvarez and UFC Fight Night Japan RecapFormer UFC Lightweight champion Eddie Alvarez calls in and talks to Matt and guest co-host Phoenix Carnevale about coaching TUF 26, Justin Gaethje as an opponent, Ferguson vs. Lee, being more analytical than people think, and much more. Plus, Matt and Phoenix break down the action from UFC Fight Night Japan, Matt Brown's retirement announcement, and Miesha Tate's reaction to Edmond Tarverdyan's Ronda vs. Cyborg comments.
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