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Zero Ambitions PodcastBig plans for tackling non-residential retrofit, with Nick Taylor and Olga Khroustaleva (Building Atlas)We're joined by our new friends from Building Atlas, Nick Taylor and Olga Khroustaleva, who join us for a conversation about commercial retrofit—the non-residential kind. They’ve got a data driven business that Building Atlas helps commercial asset owners to plan pragmatic retrofit pathways for commercial real estate.This isn’t important just because how how much energy the non-residential sector consumes, it’s also because 70% of non-residential building assets are on course to become stranded assets because of their EPC rating and MEES regulation.They...2025-07-301h 25
The Dirt PodcastThe Dirt: Another Nail in the CoffinSend us a textThe guys come out of the chute discussing the scuffle at Senoia after the feature race and reminisce on the good ol days when that was a regular occurrence. WISSOTA stirs the pot once again with the recent rules announced for the street stock class. Dan predicts WISSOTA will a thing of the past in the near future, with their lack of being able to do smart things, even admitting that IMCA’s model is looking better and better as WISSOTA continues to stoke their dumpster fire. Conversation moves to conflicting WISSOTA events th...2025-07-211h 08Zero Ambitions PodcastPrescription heating and experiments for a just transition, with Rose Chard (Energy Systems Catapult)In this episode Rose Chard joins us to describes her multilayered and multi textured approach to innovation and research. It's a conversation about Energy Systems Captapult's experiment in prescribing heating to keep people warm—that's pretty much it, but there was a lot to talk about.Notes from the showRose Chard on LinkedInThe Inclusive Smart Solutions project that Rose mentionsWarm Home Prescription® Insights and Impact Report (July 2024) by Energy Systems CatapultWarm Home Prescription recommended by 93% of health professionals in latest trial (September 2023) by Energy Systems CatapultOne of the papers Jeff mentioned: Occupant Int...2025-07-151h 13Zero Ambitions PodcastImpact, innovation, and investment: how VCs aren't a good fit for climatetech and the need for economic biodiversity, with Richard Muscat (Untangled)In a slight departure from our usual building performance themes joining us for this episode we have Richard Muscat, a man who has experienced the world of investment and tech from a fascinating range of angles and is seeking ways to do things differently.In essence, we’re looking at the way venture capital and climatetech are organised in ways that aren't conducive to delivering the impact that's promised. We're not just picking on VCs, we're using them as a means of highlighting a bunch of systemic economic issues—chief among them is how unrealistic goals for grow...2025-07-011h 26
The EV Charging Podcast#9: Stefan Grosjean: It's Too Late For Nuclear!In this episode of the EV Charging Podcast, we go way beyond the box. Join Daniel Carson and Jeff Sykes from Solar Choice as they sit down with visionary entrepreneur Stéphane Grosjean—founder and CEO of Smappee—for a thought-provoking journey into the past, present, and future of smart energy.From building remote meter readers in the '90s to developing cutting-edge home energy management systems and dreaming of ocean-based charging kites, Stéphane shares the story behind his 30+ year mission to revolutionise how we produce and consume electricity. Discover how Smappee is using EV chargers as a T...2025-07-0132 minZero Ambitions PodcastZero Bills Homes: a new building standard for residential construction? With Nigel Banks and Emma Fletcher (Octopus Energy)In this episode we're talking about Zero Bills Homes, so we welcome back Nigel Banks, this time accompanied by his Octopus colleague Emma Fletcher*.We're not directly talking Fabric Fifth again but the concept is central to the Octopus zero bills strategy i.e. prioritising decarbonising energy use and reducing the cost of energy use rather than focusing on reducing energy demand through fabric measures. As before, basic fabric standards are required in order to make the proposition financially viable.As you might imagine, Jeff was keen to dig into the technical...2025-06-171h 21The EV Charging Podcast#8 Zappi: UK Manufactured Smart ChargersIn this episode of The EV Charging Podcast, we speak with Piers McHenry (Group Commercial Director) and Shaz Shadan (Managing Director, APAC) from MyEnergi—the UK-based innovators behind Zappi, one of Australia's best-selling solar-compatible EV chargers.🚗 We explore:What makes Zappi unique in the Australian and global marketKey differences between EV charging in Australia vs EuropeMyEnergi’s approach to local manufacturing, training, and grid supportBehind the scenes of the DECA-funded free Zappi program in VictoriaHow MyEnergi is buildin...2025-06-0333 minZero Ambitions PodcastRetrofit rescue: lessons learned from fixing a disastrous programme of works in Fishwick, with Filipe Amarante and Joanna Curtis (National Energy Action)This episode is all about a retrofit programme gone wrong in Preston and the effort required to fix it. It's a story that was covered in the pages of Passive House Plus back in 2018 under the headline "Disastrous Preston retrofit scheme remains unresolved" and until recently we thought it remained unresolved.We're joined by Filipe Amarante and Joanna Curtis to talk about the Preston Retrofit Catastrophe and all the work that National Energy Action has been doing to fix the grotesque damage that was wrought on a community in the 2010s. It's a project that's...2025-06-031h 29Zero Ambitions PodcastMoisture: the bane of all buildings (also breathability, sweatability, and vapour), with Valentina Marincioni (UCL) and Toby Cambray (Greengauge)We are joined by Valentina Marincioni (UCL, UKCMB) and returning guest Toby Cambray (Greengauge) to talk about the bane of all buildings: moisture.Recently, they they’ve produced a simple explainer video about "breathability" in buildings for the UK Centre for Moisture in Buildings. Given Jeff's proclivity for referring to the 'sweatability' of buildings this seemed like a perfect opportunity to have Toby back and meet his colleague Valentina.We got into the subject of moisture in some depth, discussed the key terms (vapour diffusion, hygroscopicity, and capillary action), why this all matters, what’s impo...2025-05-201h 24The EV Charging Podcast#7 EV Myths, Bidirectional Charging & Cybersecurity | Catherine Van Der Merwe & Geordie ZafirisIn this special super episode, we blend two fascinating conversations into one powerhouse session. Catherine van der Merwe, Policy Officer at the Smart Energy Council, cuts through EV misinformation, unpacks the challenges of DNSPs, and offers a hopeful roadmap for Australia’s electrified future. Paired with deep technical insights from Geordie Zafiris, EV Charging Solutions Engineer at Fronius, we explore bidirectional charging, the cybersecurity risks most people aren’t talking about, and what batteries on wheels could really mean for Australia’s energy grid. This is the episode for anyone curious about the policy, technology, and future-proofing behind EV infras...2025-05-1335 minThe Dirt PodcastThe Dirt: The Incognito CrewSend us a textWe made it to season 4! It’s been a while, but the guys are fresh off their hiatus and don’t skip a beat. We start with some Minnesota sports updates before a quick recap on the national scene. Local tracks are opening up around WISSOTA land, with concerning car counts. Dan expresses his strong opinions on the damage WISSOTA continues to do to the Hornet entry class. The cost of running tracks, combined with fan and car counts down, has the guys concerned about the future of local dirt track racing.2025-05-061h 17Zero Ambitions PodcastBattery storage, lancing boilers, and decentralised energy grids: a Decent way to manage your electricity, with Tom Cox and Sally Sattary (Decent Energy)Joining us for this episode are Tom Cox and Sally Sattary co-founders of Decent Energy. They have a software startup borne of a retrofit experience that did not meet its homeowner expectations, a proprietary software that works to maximise the value of battery storage to improve two key metrics: reducing cost of electricity and reducing the carbon intensity of the energy you do use.There's a bunch of chat about the potential of decentralised energy management to help people in all sorts of ways, from reducing one's individual impact to helping the g...2025-05-061h 09The EV Charging Podcast#6 Paul Fox: Public EV Charging and Silicon ValleyIn this episode of The EV Charging Podcast, Paul Fox—Co-founder and Chief Strategy Officer of Evie Networks—explains why Australia is uniquely positioned to build a world-class public EV charging network.Fox, a former engineer and Silicon Valley VC, shares insights into the economics, policy roadblocks, battery cost breakthroughs, and fleet electrification strategies shaping the future of Australia’s zero-emissions transport.The former Silicon Valley VC and engineer, Paul shares:The $100/kWh battery breakthrough making EVs cheaper than petrol carsWhy electric vans and utes are the next big waveHow Evie’s owner-op...2025-04-2440 minZero Ambitions PodcastTranslating retrofit for normal people, with retrofit influencer Judith Leary Joyce (Eco Home Retrofit)This episode is a window into the consumer side of domestic retrofit that’s full of lessons for everyone involved in the retrofit sector. We speak with retrofit influencer Judith Leary Joyce about the experience of undergoing a deep retrofit and learning how to communicate about the subject with normal people. She talks us through her journey from building an extension during the pandemic to getting deep into retrofit and eventually becoming an unlikely retrofit influencer.Whether you work in a domestic, commercial, or industrial setting the nature and needs of normal peo...2025-04-231h 27The EV Charging Podcast#5 David Watson: EV Charging Smart Tariff IntegrationDavid Watson, founder and CEO of Ohme, shares his journey from environmental enthusiast to renewable energy investor and entrepreneur. Speaking to Jeff and Daniel from Solar Choice, Watson offers deep insights into the energy market, the rise of electric vehicle (EV) adoption, and the transformative role of smart tariffs in Australia and abroad.With Australia's energy market at a turning point, Watson explains why the country is uniquely positioned to lead the next phase of EV innovation.David Watson is the founder and CEO of Ohme, a smart EV charging company transforming how...2025-04-0837 minZero Ambitions PodcastEmbodied carbon and how sustainable is MMC? With Richard O'Hegarty (RKD, UCD) and Oliver Kinnane (UCD)Returning champions Richard O'Hegarty and Oliver Kinnane join us to discuss a recently co-authored paper: Understanding the embodied carbon credentials of modern methods of construction (MMC).Get ready for a long meandering discussion that gets into what they learned and what they think about accounting practices for embodied carbon, as well as plenty of chatter about MMC and why we hate the term (but not what it is).Notes from the showRichard O'Hegarty on LinkedInOliver Kinnane on LinkedInA link to Richard's post about the paper and a link to Jeff's comment The p...2025-04-081h 26Zero Ambitions PodcastEmbodied carbon and how sustainable is MMC? With Richard O'Hegarty (RKD, UCD) and Oliver Kinnane (UCD)Returning champions Richard O'Hegarty and Oliver Kinnane join us to discuss a recently co-authored paper: Understanding the embodied carbon credentials of modern methods of construction (MMC).Get ready for a long meandering discussion that gets into what they learned and what they think about accounting practices for embodied carbon, as well as plenty of chatter about MMC and why we hate the term (but not what it is).Notes from the showRichard O'Hegarty on LinkedInOliver Kinnane on LinkedInA link to Richard's post about the paper and a link to Jeff's commentThe paper...2025-04-081h 26
Outdoors Radio with Dan SmallShow 2014: Dumper Dan says his Lake Michigan charter fishing season will start soon. Realtor Alex Weber offers advice for folks looking to buy land in Southwest Wisconsin. Veterinarian Dr. Gary Richter shares tips for keeping dogs healthy. Jeff and Dan get ready for spring turkey season. Dan reports on the Open Season Sportsmen's Expo.Charter captain Dumper Dan Welsch reports brown trout are starting to hit in Sheboygan Harbor and he will launch his six charter boats soon to start the Lake Michigan charter fishing season. (dumperdan.com) Alex Weber, of First Weber Realty, shares tips for buying land in the Driftless Area of Wisconsin. (alexweber.firstweber.com/) Dr. Gary Richter offers advice for keeping dogs healthy during spring and summer outings. (ultimatepetnutrition.co/)2025-04-0450 minThe EV Charging Podcast#4 Ross De Rango: EV Charging in Apartment Buildings Ross De Rango, from the Electric Vehicle Council explains the challenges and solutions for installing EV chargers in apartment buildings while addressing common misconceptions about EV fire safety and implementation costs.Electric Vehicle Council works on policy advocacy, industry development, and facilitating connections between stakeholdersAbout 10.5% of Australians (2.6 million people) live in approximately 1.2 million apartment dwellingsApartment EV charging faces unique challenges including common property issues and electrical capacity limitationsApproval processes vary by state with different voting thresholds (50% in NSW, 75% in Queensland and Victoria)Solutions range from simple power points ($4,000 for eight parking bays) to comprehensive building-wide systemsEVs a...2025-03-2538 minZero Ambitions PodcastCan we meet the skills gap the way we currently deliver training and what is the purpose of education? With Nathan Gambling (BetaTalk and BetaTeach)For this episode we were joined by Nathan Gambling. For those that are new to him, he's heating engineer of some repute, a renowned educator, and a fellow podcaster. The episode revolves around the nature of education and learning, the skills gap—specifically focusing on heat pump and retrofit education—and a post that Nathan put up a few weeks ago about an educational experiment he tried out that led to us thinking about the purpose of education.In essence, the episode is about how people learn and how this should shape our approach to meeti...2025-03-251h 12
Generous Business OwnerDan Fachner: It Starts with PeopleHow are you taking care of your people at all levels?In this episode, Jeff and Dan discuss: No act of generosity is too small.Taking care of your people, no matter what their job is.Ensuring a people-first culture.The 7 Cs of good culture. Key Takeaways: Enjoy your job, enjoy the product, but most importantly, enjoy the people.In your organization, you’re all on the same team and working towards the same win. No matter the role, every person is important and good in their role.It takes a commitment and ev...2025-03-1838 minZero Ambitions PodcastThere is methodology for defining what ‘net zero carbon’ means for buildings in the UK and it looks great, with Jess Hrivnak (RIBA), Jane Anderson (ConstructionLCA), and Julie Godefroy (CIBSE)This time around we're talking about the UK Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standard (UKNZCBS) with three of its architects: Jess Hrivnak (RIBA), Jane Anderson (ConstructionLCA), and Julie Jodefroy (CIBSE).The UKNZCBS is the first cross-industry standard for net zero carbon-aligned buildings, albeit in a pilot form. The standard has been developed to enable stakeholders to prove whether a building aligns with the UK’s carbon and energy budgets by providing a single, agreed methodology for defining what ‘net zero carbon’ means for buildings in the UK.This probably won't be the only episode we'll produce on the...2025-03-1143 minThe EV Charging Podcast#3 Ed Harvey: NZ Manufacturing and Geographical ExpansionEd Harvey, founder of Evnex, joins the EV Charging Podcast to share his journey in the electric vehicle (EV) charging industry. From an early passion for sustainability to building one of New Zealand’s most trusted home EV charging brands, Ed discusses the challenges, innovations, and future of smart EV charging in Australia and beyond.🚀 Why Listen?Whether you're an industry professional, business leader, or EV enthusiast, this podcast delivers essential insights into the future of sustainable transport, energy solutions, and business innovation.Key Takeaways from...2025-03-0429 min
Zero Ambitions PodcastA 'global' standard for residential retrofit? With Paul Bagust (RICS Head of Property Standards), Steven Lees (RICS Senior Specialist - Residential Survey), and Robert Toomey (RICS Senior Public Affairs Officer)Last year the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) released its residential retrofit standard. Given that they're one of the construction industry's oldest, largest, and most influential institutions this felt significant.Importantly, the RICS organisation has a global footprint, so it has the potential to influence good behaviour far and wide. We're also hopeful in light of the success of the RICS Whole Life Carbon Assessment standard. That is in terms of its apparent impact, adoption, and reach.In order to get into the subject a bit more we invited Paul Bagust (Head of Property...2025-02-181h 22The EV Charging Podcast#1 Tim Washington: The Future Of EV ChargingIn our premiere episode, Tim Washington, co-founder and CEO of JET Charge, shares his journey from a corporate law career to leading Australia’s EV charging revolution. As a key player in the Electric Vehicle Council, Tim has been instrumental in shaping policy, forging supplier relationships, and accelerating the commercial adoption of EV charging solutions.🎙 Key Topics in This Episode:✔ Passion Creates Profit – Why a commitment to sustainability and innovation is key to thriving in the EV sector.✔ The Keys to Driving Partnerships – Learn how you...2025-02-0340 min
Savage LovecastSweet! Free therapy from Therapy Jeff.First off, we hear from a neglected third in a poorly executed threeway hook-up. He failed to advocate for himself, and the other two guys weren't asking if he was ok, sitting on the couch, looking at his phone. How could this have gone better? And how can he get over the waves of insecurity he feels when he connects with these same guys again? A woman in an open relationship with a nine year-old daughter wonders how to explain daddy's frequent absences. Our guest this week is the soothing, clever and cussing Jeff Guenther a...2024-11-1254 minThe Dirt PodcastThe Dirt: Champions Are CrownedSend us a textThe guys kick off the episode with a review of the Wissota national champions and a recap of the big fall specials. Dan gets fired up about the Hoosier tire increases before sharing his insight on combatting the increasing cost for drivers and the losing game for tracks and promoters. The Lucas Oil Late Model series championship and banter about the Vikings and Twins round out this episode.2024-10-251h 06The Dirt PodcastThe Dirt: A Day Late and A Dollar ShortSend us a textSince producer Brandon slacked and was producing racing all weekend, you get a Monday episode to kick off the week. The guys start by recapping the Silver 1000 along with Ryan Mikkelson cleaning house in Jamestown. Dan asks questions about the Hoosier tire updates for WISSOTA before talk turns to the dumpster fire known as the Twins along with the Vikings winning streak.2024-09-301h 17The Dirt PodcastThe Dirt: WISSOKYA Postmortem ReportSend us a textBuckle up as the guys take you through WISSOKYA week and provide their postmortem report. Dan sets a new single episode record for the usage of “dumpster fire” as car counts, track prep/conditions, and overall spectator experience are discussed. The new point structure and its effect on the pole position for heats, the seemingly random chalk line start and the Gestapo’s handing out of DQs round out this doozy of an episode!2024-09-201h 13The Dirt PodcastThe Dirt: WISSOKYA WeekSend us a textIts Dan’s favorite week of the summer, the WISSOKYA 100! The guys preview the event, including point standings and how things might shake up. As always, big national events are recapped as well with plenty of other banter this week.2024-09-131h 10The Dirt PodcastThe Dirt: The Gestapo Strikes AgainSend us a textWe’re back at it for a 2nd week in a row, although it was published late in the week! There is a lot that happened the last week, so buckle up! An injury to Shane Sabraski shuffles the cards for the rest of his season and the national point standings in that class. A recap of current national point standings in WISSOTA are discussed before moving into Dan’s favorite subject, unwritten rules. The Hoosier tire contract extension is announced mid-eposide, and some national events are discussed to round out this episode.2024-08-241h 05The Dirt PodcastThe Dirt: Schatz Throwin’ ShotsSend us a textWe’re back at it and there is a lot to catch up on! The guys start by recapping some of the big national events. The shakeup at the Little Dream and whether it is a driver or builder that is ultimately responsible when it comes to illegal setups is debated. More balminating of Hoosier tires leads into quality issues with the upcoming contract. We round out this episode with talk on the format changes to the WISSOTA 100 and mathematician Dan crunches some numbers on car counts in WISSOTA country.2024-08-161h 20The Dirt PodcastThe Dirt: God Bless the Start ConesSend us a textAfter another long hiatus, the guys squeeze in an episode for the 4th of July. The World of Outlaw late models have been at some area tracks but there has been a lack of local cars, considering the purses. More dumb WISSOTA rules come up, with the latest round hitting the Hornets before all hell breaks loose when Dan brings up the jump start charged on a race leader. The episode wraps up with other results and upcoming happenings.2024-07-051h 07Zero Ambitions PodcastRetrofit as a movement for social change (there's more to it all than fabric and finance), with Dan Hill (Dark Matter Labs)This week we're thinking about retrofit differently with Dan Hill from Dark Matter Labs (DML). Or rather, we're talking about retrofit's potential to become a movement for social change.In reality, retrofit is about much more than fabric and economics, it's about people and how they live. With that in mind we should be thinking much more about engagement. This is itself a massive challenge because thinking about people properly, as the users of a building, requires a massive shift in how retrofit practice is organised and enacted. Dan has 25 years of experience from working...2024-05-281h 13Zero Ambitions PodcastPeter Rickaby returns to ZAP: a lot of words about energy, retrofit, and natural building materials, all the way from South AfricaJeff and Dan are joined by Dr. Peter Rickaby again. We were due a catch up so we recorded the conversation because he's always interesting. Peter should need little introduction, so we'll just say he's our favourite retrofit expert (sorry everyone else) and our most frequent guest on the show. He's only returned to the pod, not to the UK. In principle he's migrated to South Africa and is supposed to be retiring, but that's not exactly worked out so far. He has made it to Johannesburg though. Bu, if you haven't encountered him...2024-05-141h 20
The E Street Cafe PodcastS3, Ep 15: Dan French - come out tonight! The epic Frankfurt 1981 storyFrankfurt 1981 - the River Tour. 43 years ago this week. Our own Dan French gets an invite he can't refuse. 'Meet me in Frankfurt - I have a ticket for you' says a fellow fan. What happens next? Let's just say you couldn't make it up.
No more spoilers, but let's just say that this story is legendary in E Street fan circles and we have finally persuaded Dan to recount those amazing few days.
Jeff and Dan also conduct an E Street Shuffle for each other in between the refreshments provided by Rosalita and the...2024-04-171h 09
Your Team's StuffDan Yang - WarriorsViral sensation Dan Yang is on the pod today to talk Golden State Warriors. They get into if it's ever okay to switch teams (2:00), Dan attending UCLA (4:30), his success on TikTok and instagram (9:03). Then later on Jeff shows Dan 5 Warriors items he found off ebay (11:02)
Breathtaking Steph Curry Rookie Topps Chrome - 1M
GS Warriors 18k 2017 Championship Watch - 15k
89-90 Sarunas Marciulionis Game worn used pants - $299.99
Sprewell Warriors Jersey - $25
Warriors vintage...2024-04-1553 minThe Dirt PodcastThe Dirt: Jack of All Trades, Masters of NoneSend us a textWith Spring finally showing itself, the guys look forward to their first round of golf, along with talk of the Masters and picks for who will bring home the green jacket. Dan’s recent visit to Target Field sparks conversation on the Twins before switching gears to racing. The boys propose their fix on lap counts and restarts for events before moving into the World of Outlaw sprints and late models. We round out this episode with updates on local WISSOTA tracks and schedules, as well as the $100,000 to win modified special at Mi...2024-04-121h 13The Dirt PodcastThe Dirt: Little Bo PeepSend us a textIt’s Dan’s favorite time of year…baseball opener! The boys discuss the Twins and provide a forecast for the season. It wouldn’t be an episode without some talk on tires. The recent appeals with the World of Outlaw tire scandal, including overturned suspensions, heat up the conversation before the guys propose their fix to it all. A board member replacement in WISSOTA sparks concerns for what that could do to the recent sponsorship program and tire negotiations. Finally, a brutal crash involving Dallon Murty raises safety concerns with chassis builders but not...2024-03-301h 20
Generous Business OwnerDan Devine: Nothing Really Great Comes Out of ComfortHow can you start now with your time and talents to begin making a difference in the Kingdom?In this episode, Jeff, Jeff, and Dan discuss: Why Dan’s pizza job was more fulfilling than his high-profile corporate job.Starting your Kingdom work now and not waiting for your transition out.Dan’s mission to scale Kingdom enterprises.Pursuing your dreams, even when they falter.Bad breath is better than no breath. Key Takeaways: If you are feeling lost, maybe what you are missing is connection. People want to be connected to who they...2024-03-2640 minThe Dirt PodcastThe Dirt: Where Does It End??Send us a textWith a ton to discuss this week, the guys dive right into the current late model news and updates including the Volusia tire doping scandal and Rocket1 shakeup. The latest happenings on the sprint car side of things are mulled over before the conversation shifts to the year-round commitment that racing has become. Dan’s favorite racing series is brought up next, with banter about the recent race at Bristol and the tires flying out of the Goodyear garage like hot cakes. Jeff saves a bombshell for the end that makes Dan blow a...2024-03-221h 11The Dirt PodcastThe Dirt: BromanceSend us a textIt’s been a hot minute, but Dan is finally done vacationing and the boys are back at it. We start off with the latest WISSOTA news and updates, including sponsorships, tires, and a controversial body change for the street stocks. The upcoming local tour schedules are discussed, and the guys are pumped about the UMSS Sprint Car special coming to the high-flying half mile this summer. The episode rounds out with updates at the national scene, including the High Limit and World of Outlaws series.2024-02-241h 00
Conversational HealingJeff and Dan discuss jealousy and relationships In tonight's episode, Jeff, and his neighbor, Dan discuss jealousy in new and long-term relationships. Jeff recalls the first time he felt bliss.2024-02-201h 02
WB DownloadWB Download - Episode 23 - Dan DeStefano, DeStefano Homes & Remodeling/West Chester Hardwood FlooringJeff's guest on the podcast today is Dan DeStefano. Dan and Jeff have been long-time friends and fellow custom home builders. Dan is co-owner of DeStefano Homes & Remodeling and West Chester Hardwood Flooring. He shares how he grew up in the industry and how he got started with the family business. They discuss how their friendship began over 20 years ago when they met while building in the Homearama show, and Jeff gave him the push to be involved in the Home Builders Association (HBA) and how both served on the board together. They both agree that so m...2023-11-281h 05Zero Ambitions PodcastDriving change in building design and the things that inspire you to do better, with Cedric Burgers (Burgers Architecture)If you fancy, you can settle in for a long one this week, in which Jeff and Dan speak with award-winning Canadian architect and passive house designer Cedric Burgers.We cover all sorts because he has led a pretty interesting life and he has a lot to say about sustainable building design, particularly his love for passive house as a philosophy, the drivers of change in favour of sustainable design, and the experiences and people that have influenced him.It's long but there's a lot in there and we could have gone on. 2023-11-211h 20
The Dirt PodcastThe Dirt: Where’s The Money?The Dirt comes back after a bit of a hiatus, as the boys have been busy. Dan provides his dire deer hunting report after getting skunked this season. A quick recap of the world championships leads into the turkey and gravy of this week’s episode, the WISSOTA annual meeting, but only after Dan cracks a diet Miller. Rod Lindquist’s resignation is discussed, and the guys thank him for stepping up and taking on a tough role for the last couple of years. A large financial loss for the W this year prompts Dan to crack his 2nd diet...2023-11-171h 40The Dirt PodcastThe Dirt: Where’s The Money?Send us a textThe Dirt comes back after a bit of a hiatus, as the boys have been busy. Dan provides his dire deer hunting report after getting skunked this season. A quick recap of the world championships leads into the turkey and gravy of this week’s episode, the WISSOTA annual meeting, but only after Dan cracks a diet Miller. Rod Lindquist’s resignation is discussed, and the guys thank him for stepping up and taking on a tough role for the last couple of years. A large financial loss for the W this year prom...2023-11-171h 40The Dirt PodcastThe Dirt: Crooked ShakedownSend us a textThis one starts out spicy, as the guys talk about the requested payment by FYE Motorsports due to Red Cedar rescheduling the Punky Manor, with WISSOTA approval, to the same weekend as FYE’s CAN-AM Clash, both of which were rained out! The glaring conflict of interest is once again explored and Dan’s opinion on the matter is voiced. Potential WISSOTA rule changes are contemplated, and the upcoming event at Eldora is previewed, as the guys make their picks on who will take it all!2023-10-191h 05The Dirt PodcastThe Dirt: Crooked ShakedownThis one starts out spicy, as the guys talk about the requested payment by FYE Motorsports due to Red Cedar rescheduling the Punky Manor, with WISSOTA approval, to the same weekend as FYE’s CAN-AM Clash, both of which were rained out! The glaring conflict of interest is once again explored and Dan’s opinion on the matter is voiced. Potential WISSOTA rule changes are contemplated, and the upcoming event at Eldora is previewed, as the guys make their picks on who will take it all!2023-10-191h 05The Dirt PodcastThe Dirt: Let The Players PlayDan comes in hot this week with a passionate recap of the Twins playoffs, Wild preview, and Vikings letdown. The Fall Classic and Billings specials are recapped, and the national points winners are announced, with a little extra drama involved. A new “C-mod” class at Mississippi Thunder raises the question around too many classes being run at tracks and fans losing interest. Discussion of the Red Cedar makeup to close out the WISSOTA season closes out this episode.2023-10-121h 12The Dirt PodcastThe Dirt: Let The Players PlaySend us a textDan comes in hot this week with a passionate recap of the Twins playoffs, Wild preview, and Vikings letdown. The Fall Classic and Billings specials are recapped, and the national points winners are announced, with a little extra drama involved. A new “C-mod” class at Mississippi Thunder raises the question around too many classes being run at tracks and fans losing interest. Discussion of the Red Cedar makeup to close out the WISSOTA season closes out this episode.2023-10-121h 12The Dirt PodcastThe Dirt: WISSOTA 100 Report CardThis week is all about the WISSOTA 100! The guys discuss results and experiences and hand out grades for various aspects of the event. National results and upcoming events are covered, and Dan gives his PSA about the next few weekends of local racing.2023-09-211h 20The Dirt PodcastThe Dirt: WISSOTA 100 Report CardSend us a textThis week is all about the WISSOTA 100! The guys discuss results and experiences and hand out grades for various aspects of the event. National results and upcoming events are covered, and Dan gives his PSA about the next few weekends of local racing.2023-09-211h 20The Dirt PodcastThe Dirt: It's Fundraiser Week!After a week off due to producer Brandon being in Boone for the IMCA Super Nationals, the show picks up with that very event, discussing the ins and outs of the production, format, and contingency prizes. A quick recap of the last couple of weeks of local events leads into this week’s Wissota 100 show. Jeff gives overall feedback on day 1 of the 100 from an in-person perspective and the guys voice frustration over track conditions and the effect that has on the quality of the heat races. The episode closes out with conversation previewing tonight’s Vikings game.2023-09-141h 09The Dirt PodcastThe Dirt: It's Fundraiser Week!Send us a textAfter a week off due to producer Brandon being in Boone for the IMCA Super Nationals, the show picks up with that very event, discussing the ins and outs of the production, format, and contingency prizes. A quick recap of the last couple of weeks of local events leads into this week’s Wissota 100 show. Jeff gives overall feedback on day 1 of the 100 from an in-person perspective and the guys voice frustration over track conditions and the effect that has on the quality of the heat races. The episode closes out with conversation pr...2023-09-141h 09The Dirt PodcastThe Dirt: Support Your Local Tracks and Leave Big Brother Out of ItThe guys come in hot this week as they bicker about tire quality issues and tire doping in lieu of recent events. Conversation continues on around national points and the effects it has on local tracks. Dan’s blood pressure spikes again as the latest drama with W, along with the addition of the Gopher State Showdown to compete with the longstanding Madtown Showdown are brought up. To round out this episode, Dan shares his recent experience at Jackson and this weekend’s events are previewed.2023-08-241h 15The Dirt PodcastThe Dirt: Support Your Local Tracks and Leave Big Brother Out of ItSend us a textThe guys come in hot this week as they bicker about tire quality issues and tire doping in lieu of recent events. Conversation continues on around national points and the effects it has on local tracks. Dan’s blood pressure spikes again as the latest drama with W, along with the addition of the Gopher State Showdown to compete with the longstanding Madtown Showdown are brought up. To round out this episode, Dan shares his recent experience at Jackson and this weekend’s events are previewed.2023-08-241h 15The Dirt PodcastThe Dirt: Guilty Until Proven InnocentThis one is a doozy! Dan is officially speechless for the first time after he hears the latest shenanigans by W but first, the guys recap some of the national events including the High Limit Sprint Car race at Huset’s, the Knoxville Nationals, and Florence. Locally, the Moonshine Mod tour has a tie for first after half of the final weekend’s tour was cancelled due to weather, prompting a special to be run at Sheyenne next week to declare an official winner. Dan’s blood pressure spikes as the guys round out the show discussing the latest suspen...2023-08-171h 11The Dirt PodcastThe Dirt: Guilty Until Proven InnocentSend us a textThis one is a doozy! Dan is officially speechless for the first time after he hears the latest shenanigans by W but first, the guys recap some of the national events including the High Limit Sprint Car race at Huset’s, the Knoxville Nationals, and Florence. Locally, the Moonshine Mod tour has a tie for first after half of the final weekend’s tour was cancelled due to weather, prompting a special to be run at Sheyenne next week to declare an official winner. Dan’s blood pressure spikes as the guys round out th...2023-08-171h 11The Dirt PodcastThe Dirt: Sneaky Pete and MoonshineWere back at it this week after a busy weekend of racing. Dan gives a recap of his experience at the Silver Dollar Nationals and local results are discussed, including the latest leg of the Moonshine Mod Tour. The guys talk on this weekend’s hall of fame night at Viking Speedway, along with plans for some homemade moonshine that a dedicated listener whipped up for them. Have some “dirt” you want us to discuss? Shoot us an email at thedirtpodcast@proton.me!2023-07-271h 01The Dirt PodcastThe Dirt: Sneaky Pete and MoonshineSend us a textWere back at it this week after a busy weekend of racing. Dan gives a recap of his experience at the Silver Dollar Nationals and local results are discussed, including the latest leg of the Moonshine Mod Tour. The guys talk on this weekend’s hall of fame night at Viking Speedway, along with plans for some homemade moonshine that a dedicated listener whipped up for them. Have some “dirt” you want us to discuss? Shoot us an email at thedirtpodcast@proton.me!2023-07-271h 01The Dirt PodcastThe Dirt: Unwritten RulesGrab your favorite beverage for this episode! The guys dive right into the latest drama with the W this past week and don’t hold back. This last weekend’s results are discussed, both locally along with the big weekend at Eldora. Dan previews his trip to Huset’s for the Silver Dollar Nationals and the boys discuss their golf game. Be sure to tune into our big brother station this week, The One to Go Show, as Jeff will be joining Ryan Aho for further talk on the spring scandal. The Dirt apparel is on sale at shopbeanstock.com so...2023-07-201h 14The Dirt PodcastThe Dirt: Unwritten RulesSend us a textGrab your favorite beverage for this episode! The guys dive right into the latest drama with the W this past week and don’t hold back. This last weekend’s results are discussed, both locally along with the big weekend at Eldora. Dan previews his trip to Huset’s for the Silver Dollar Nationals and the boys discuss their golf game. Be sure to tune into our big brother station this week, The One to Go Show, as Jeff will be joining Ryan Aho for further talk on the spring scandal. The Dirt appare...2023-07-201h 14The Dirt PodcastThe Dirt: WATER THE DAMN TRACK!Send us a textTrack conditions around the area this summer have Dan all fired up. Lack of moisture in the track at the beginning of the show and the effect the constant water breaks have on the consumer and show are explored. Results from THE Fallen Linemen tour at Viking are rubbed in a bit, as Dan’s pick took home the $2500 check. The guys wrap up by talking about the upcoming weekend of racing and place a few more bets on who will end up in victory lane.2023-07-131h 15The Dirt PodcastThe Dirt: WATER THE DAMN TRACK!Track conditions around the area this summer have Dan all fired up. Lack of moisture in the track at the beginning of the show and the effect the constant water breaks have on the consumer and show are explored. Results from THE Fallen Linemen tour at Viking are rubbed in a bit, as Dan’s pick took home the $2500 check. The guys wrap up by talking about the upcoming weekend of racing and place a few more bets on who will end up in victory lane.2023-07-131h 15The Dirt PodcastThe Dirt: Happy 4th of JulyThis week’s episode begins with Dan and Brandon cracking a diet Miller in honor of America’s birthday. Local race results are discussed, along with the World of Outlaws tour that made a very long stop at I-94 on Saturday and into Sunday due to track conditions. The upcoming Fallen Linemen races at I-94 and Viking this weekend are previewed along with a slew of other hot topics.2023-07-061h 16The Dirt PodcastThe Dirt: Happy 4th of JulySend us a textThis week’s episode begins with Dan and Brandon cracking a diet Miller in honor of America’s birthday. Local race results are discussed, along with the World of Outlaws tour that made a very long stop at I-94 on Saturday and into Sunday due to track conditions. The upcoming Fallen Linemen races at I-94 and Viking this weekend are previewed along with a slew of other hot topics.2023-07-061h 16
Generous Business OwnerDan Horner: A Vision for Purpose and PeopleIn this episode, Jeff, Jeff, and Dan discuss: Anchoring yourself to your family and to God.Growing your career while meaningfully growing your faith. Secrets to running your business differently. Getting creative with using your business platform for God. Key Takeaways: An organization that is led by people who follow Jesus should be different. As a marketplace leader, you have an incredible ministering platform given to you by the Lord. If you are deploying many ideas and trusting God, even if many of them fail, many will work. If you are acting as God’s steward...2023-06-2055 minThe Dirt PodcastThe Dirt: Tour Talk and Graduation SeasonThe boys are back at it this week with talk on the various tours that have kicked off or are starting to ramp up this weekend. Jeff reminisces about the days when racers were able to travel for tours without going broke and Dan shares his wisdom (frustration) about hosting graduation parties. Talk on the Stanley Cup finals rounds out this week’s show!2023-06-081h 11The Dirt PodcastThe Dirt: Tour Talk and Graduation SeasonSend us a textThe boys are back at it this week with talk on the various tours that have kicked off or are starting to ramp up this weekend. Jeff reminisces about the days when racers were able to travel for tours without going broke and Dan shares his wisdom (frustration) about hosting graduation parties. Talk on the Stanley Cup finals rounds out this week’s show!2023-06-081h 11The Dirt PodcastThe Dirt: We're Finally Racing!Mother Nature decided to play nice, and we are finally racing! The guys talk some of the tracks in the area that are opening this weekend and their take on how things will shake out. They also reminisce on the good old days, when garage ingenuity still existed and debate where Dan should watch the races this weekend.2023-05-051h 13The Dirt PodcastThe Dirt: We're Finally Racing!Send us a textMother Nature decided to play nice, and we are finally racing! The guys talk some of the tracks in the area that are opening this weekend and their take on how things will shake out. They also reminisce on the good old days, when garage ingenuity still existed and debate where Dan should watch the races this weekend.2023-05-051h 13
The Dirt PodcastThe Dirt: Just a Bunch of WhinersSend us a textUncooperative weather means local dirt track racing is still on hold. The boys discuss some tentative opening dates for local tracks and WISSOTA updates. Jon “Sizzle” Crouse gets a phone call about course conditions and tee times at Geneva for Jeff and Dan to knock the dust off their clubs.2023-04-281h 06
The Dirt PodcastThe Dirt: Just a Bunch of WhinersUncooperative weather means local dirt track racing is still on hold. The boys discuss some tentative opening dates for local tracks and WISSOTA updates. Jon “Sizzle” Crouse gets a phone call about course conditions and tee times at Geneva for Jeff and Dan to knock the dust off their clubs.2023-04-281h 06
The Dirt PodcastThe Dirt: The Great Minnesota MeltdownWith no major updates to local race schedules and opening dates, the guys focus on happenings in the national racing space. Talk about Minnesota sports teams leads to the typical meltdowns that occur in playoffs, ugly uniforms, and Jeff puts his geometry skills to the test. Donkey Kong Dan also gives an update on his Mario Kart skills and standings with the grandkids.2023-04-211h 05
The Dirt PodcastThe Dirt: The Great Minnesota MeltdownSend us a textWith no major updates to local race schedules and opening dates, the guys focus on happenings in the national racing space. Talk about Minnesota sports teams leads to the typical meltdowns that occur in playoffs, ugly uniforms, and Jeff puts his geometry skills to the test. Donkey Kong Dan also gives an update on his Mario Kart skills and standings with the grandkids.2023-04-211h 05
The Dirt PodcastThe Dirt: Old & the RestlessThe boys are back, and so is Viking Speedway! After a month hiatus, Dan & Jeff try their best to give updates about the racing scene in 2023 - and, of course, they throw some hogwash into the mix.2023-01-261h 05
The Dirt PodcastThe Dirt: Old & the RestlessSend us a textThe boys are back, and so is Viking Speedway! After a month hiatus, Dan & Jeff try their best to give updates about the racing scene in 2023 - and, of course, they throw some hogwash into the mix.2023-01-261h 05The Dirt PodcastThe Dirt: Two Radical Dudes in a Radical WorldSend us a textLocal taxpayers Dan & Jeff pitch their ideal future for the dirt-track scene, expound on what's left for racing this year, talk shop on National News, and reach out to race fans to gauge how they'd like the show to operate over the less-active Winter months to come.2022-10-141h 15The Dirt PodcastThe Dirt: Two Radical Dudes in a Radical WorldLocal taxpayers Dan & Jeff pitch their ideal future for the dirt-track scene, expound on what's left for racing this year, talk shop on National News, and reach out to race fans to gauge how they'd like the show to operate over the less-active Winter months to come.2022-10-141h 15
Dan "Jungleman" CatesBuilding Your Brand in Poker | "Jungleman" Dan Cates & Jeff GrossGTO Wizard - The best way to learn and practice GTO!Use this link to sign up: https://gtowizard.com/junglemanJeff Gross is an American professional poker player from Ann Arbor, Michigan. He has amassed over $5 million in career earnings, reaching 7 WSOP final tables. He has broadened his influence by producing content as a popular streamer on Twich, has a widely viewed YouTube channel, JeffGrossPoker, and hosts The Jeff Gross Podcast.Listen to this latest episode of Winning The Game Of Life where Dan talks with Jeff Gross about building your brand.2022-09-261h 02The Dirt PodcastThe Dirt: The Devil's In the DetailsSend us a textThis week the guys run down the results from Championship Weekend & announce the full lineup for the Labor Day Weekend Double-Header at Viking Speedway; Jeff recounts a recent close-call on the track & teases his goon squad for the upcoming Alexandria Blizzard hockey season, while Dan gives his inside scoop on upcoming races to open September & debates whether or not a robot can make a good pizza.2022-09-021h 15The Dirt PodcastThe Dirt: The Devil's In the DetailsThis week the guys run down the results from Championship Weekend & announce the full lineup for the Labor Day Weekend Double-Header at Viking Speedway; Jeff recounts a recent close-call on the track & teases his goon squad for the upcoming Alexandria Blizzard hockey season, while Dan gives his inside scoop on upcoming races to open September & debates whether or not a robot can make a good pizza.2022-09-021h 15The Dirt PodcastThe Dirt: Kid's Night, Kluver Memorial Races, and Sand & Gravel/The Dirty SnortSend us a textWith Jeff on the DL, Dan & special guest, Jae VonBank of Kvale Real Estate, are running hot while they give a run-down of an exciting weekend in the making.2022-08-1242 minThe Dirt PodcastThe Dirt: Kid's Night, Kluver Memorial Races, and Sand & Gravel/The Dirty SnortWith Jeff on the DL, Dan & special guest, Jae VonBank of Kvale Real Estate, are running hot while they give a run-down of an exciting weekend in the making.2022-08-1242 minZero Ambitions PodcastA contractor's right to reply, but without any contractors, just Dan, Duncan, Jeff, and SaraThis week we didn't have a guest, just Dan, Duncan, Jeff, and Sara. But we still managed to record two hours of chatter. We won't subject you to it all. This episode started out by discussing the right of reply that contractors are probably due on Zero Ambitions (they come in for a lot of stick), and we also talked about the difficulties in maintaining standards from design through to delivery, the way culture needs to change, and a bunch of other stuff. Dan refers to a bit coming after the end theme, it's been...2022-07-2634 minThe Dirt PodcastThe Dirt: Free Tickets & Leave My Wallet Alone!Send us a textThis week the guys talk about national racing & King Brent, the future of small-town dirt-track racing, free tickets to the upcoming race night at Viking Speedway, and Dan's wallet woes.2022-07-211h 03The Dirt PodcastThe Dirt: Free Tickets & Leave My Wallet Alone!This week the guys talk about national racing & King Brent, the future of small-town dirt-track racing, free tickets to the upcoming race night at Viking Speedway, and Dan's wallet woes.2022-07-211h 03
SaaS FuelDan Prince - Building a World Class Technology Team to Enhance the Future of Healthcare & Improve LivesCEO of illumisoft, Dan Prince, founded his first tech company in 1993 and hasn’t slowed down a bit since. Dan is a futurist who believes that, with technology, we can significantly increase our average lifespan. Dan values simplicity over perfection, people over processes and communication over documentation. Today, Jeff and Dan discuss Dan’s passion for improving healthcare and how he’s creating the future at illumisoft by bringing relationship-oriented solutions that make healthcare and healthcare research better.Episode SponsorChampion Leadership Group – https://championleadership.com/ Small Fish, Big Pond – https://smallfishbi...2022-07-0550 min
Talk’n TruthThe Mouth (with Jeff Foxworthy)Words can hurt, heal, or in the case of Jeff Foxworthy and Dan (Larry the Cable Guy), words can bring laughter and encouragement! Jeff and Dan join Bryan to talk about Proverbs and prove that laughter is good medicine!
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Freedom Nation PodcastCorporate Engineer to Helping you Grow a Handyman Business with Dan PerryIn today’s episode, Jeff begins a series of shows exploring people who have created businesses based on their skills. In this show, Jeff interviews Dan Perry.
Dan and Jeff discuss:
Has a company that teaches people to start a Handyman company.
He started out as an engineer. He went to college for that.
He got the job that he thought was a dream job and found out that an office career was not for him.
Every day he woke up and wondered how many days it was going to be before Friday.
He stumbled on th...2022-05-3026 min