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Kalos Center PodcastTed Kluck: Writing and Theology of SportsIn this episode, Jim sits down with his longtime friend Ted Kluck to talk about Ted’s favorite topic: sports. In an ever-increasing individualized society, sporting events are one of the lasting “monocultural” events—moments when everyone comes together live for the drama and connection (think: Tyson fights, the OJ chase, or a crucial Lions playoff run). Ted, an award-winning writer and professor, also shares about how he came into writing and how his faith plays into his work. If you’re a sports fan, this episode is a must-listen!Resources from this episode: +Ted Klu...2025-06-1157 min
Tuna on Toast with StrykerTuna on Toast with Jimmy Eat World - Jim AdkinsOn this episode of Tuna On Toast, Stryker interviews Jimmy Eat World singer Jim Adkins. In a career spanning more than 30 years, Jimmy Eat World has released 10 studio albums. Jim tells Stryker all about their early days in Mesa, Arizona, including some of their first shows. Jim also reveals how a side hustle acting as concert promoters helped Jimmy Eat World get discovered, and shares his appreciation for the help Blink 182 and Green Day gave his band. Stryker digs into Jimmy Eat World's many hits, including "The Middle" -- which Jim admitted he never expected to become a timeless tr...2025-04-0833 min
Flanigan's Eco-LogicJim Gromer on Thermal Energy Storage SolutionsIn this Convo of Flanigan’s Eco-Logic, Ted speaks with Jim Gromer, Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) at Thermal Banc/TESS Energy Solutions, a collaborative effort of companies building thermal energy storage solutions - turning waste heat into clean energy. Thermal Banc makes up the sales wing, TESS Energy Solutions the engineering wing, Smart Phases the manufacturing wing, and Novacab comprises the battery. The technology is revolutionizing energy efficiency by capturing, storing, and reusing waste heat, significantly reducing industrial and commercial energy consumption. For the facilities they serve, such as data centers and universities, Thermal Banc/TESS Ene...2025-03-2430 min
Patio PonderingsEpisode 17: Breaking the Mold - Ted Hamer’s Unconventional Farm TransitionSend us a textFarm transitions can be one of the toughest challenges in agriculture. Too often, they lead to family conflict, financial strain, or an uncertain future. But what if there was a better way?In this episode of Patio Ponderings, I sit down with Ted Hamer, a lifelong farmer from Traer, Iowa, who successfully transitioned his farm to the next generation—without the usual pitfalls. Ted’s story is different. His approach was practical, forward-thinking, and collaborative—a stark contrast to the way many family farms handle succes...2025-01-301h 01
Duke's CornerTed M. Young: Java has been my Career! Jim Grisanzio from Java Developer Relations talks with Ted M. Young from the San Francisco Bay Area about all things Java and test driven development. Ted streams his coding sessions and builds community around his passion for excellence in software development. His first JavaOne was the first JavaOne! And he's been coding in Java ever since. His mantra is to "reduce the suffering and increase the joy of software development" and he's made Java his career. Ted also deeply appreciates the JVM: "It's one of the wonders of the software world." Can't beat that. Ted M. Young h...2024-12-161h 04
HomeWord with Jim BurnsEpisode 31-Drawing Closer TWOGETHER with Spiritual Intimacy with guest Ted CunninghamI think it’s safe to assume that most of us desire a marriage of intimacy. We long to be close to our spouse emotionally, spiritually, and physically - all God-given desires. But as Jim and author, speaker, pastor, and comedian Ted Cunningham point out, that doesn’t mean it’s easy! Our marriages must be approached with intention. You can’t keep waking up each day, doing the same things, and expecting there to be growth - you have to make the decision to implement changes so your intimacy deepens. If that sounds like a l...2024-10-3132 min
America’s Land AuctioneerLegacy and Resilience: The Story of Ted Uecker and the Cattle Industry in North DakotaMeet the remarkable Ted Uecker a pivotal figure in the cattle industry from Hettinger, North Dakota, as we explore his family's storied legacy in livestock auctions. Discover how his grandfather and Bill Haman laid the foundation for Euchre Yards in the 1950s, creating a business that has become synonymous with trust and integrity in Southwest North Dakota. Ted shares how his father's dynamic Scotch-Irish presence shaped the cattle auctions of the 60s through the 80s and strengthened relationships with customers like the McGregors in Iowa, ensuring the business's continued success.In this episode, we navigate the ever-changing...2024-10-2643 min