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Head ShepherdWhy Structural Selection Drives Long-Term Profitability with Sharon PatersonIn this episode, Ferg is chatting with Sharon Paterson from Waikaka Station in Southland, NZ. Sharon is very passionate about her flock of Texels and chats with Ferg about her selection process and her very rigorous culling criteria for structure and litter size, which have led to a uniform and productive line of sheep.Ferg and Sharon discussHow structure improves stayabilityHow culling singles over the years has improved fertility.How improved survivability counteracts a lower scanning percentage The GDF9 geneHow selecting on structure can impact carcass traitsPaterson Park and GardensHead Shepherd is brought t...2025-06-2939 min
Beyond The BeaconClergy abuse survivor shares his powerful story of hope, healingSend us a textClergy abuse survivor Mark Joseph Williams joins Bishop Kevin J. Sweeney and Jai Agnish to share his powerful story of confronting the suffering caused by abuse. Williams is the author of “Torrent of Grace: A Catholic Survivor's Healing Journey after Clergy Abuse,” in which he details spiraling into substance abuse and shame in the aftermath of trauma. He finds hope and healing in a place few survivors would look—The Catholic Church. He is a forensic psychological clinician with an MS in Social Work from Columbia University. Williams co-founded Global Collaborative, a survivor-led organi...2025-06-1848 min
Star Wars DadsRated R for Reverse Ep. 21Hello and welcome to the Star Wars Dads PodcastAnd These are Dads that love Star Wars.Spidershan is co-piloting this hunk of junk.Next to him in the pilot seat is Just Being BruceIn Episode 21,The Star Wars Dads Talk about:What they have been doing inStar Wars Star Wars rated R ? Mark Hamill says he does not want to be a naked Luke Skywalker 2025-06-051h 20
Rocky Mountain Fiction WritersThe Narrative Impact of Death in Fiction - With Mariko TatsumotoMariko Tatsumoto is an award-winning author of Adult, Middle Grade, Young Adult novels that explore Japanese history, culture, and adventure. Her books have earned eight literary honors, including the Freeman Book Awards, the Paterson Prize for Books for Young People, and Colorado Gold Award. Born in Japan and raised in the U.S. from the age of eight, she became the first Asian woman attorney admitted to the Colorado Bar. In addition to fiction, she coaches aspiring writers the craft of writing through her writing handbook. On the podcast, we talk about the narrative impact of a character’s de...2025-04-2450 minRocky Mountain Fiction WritersThe Narrative Impact of Death in Fiction - With Mariko TatsumotoMariko Tatsumoto is an award-winning author of Adult, Middle Grade, Young Adult novels that explore Japanese history, culture, and adventure. Her books have earned eight literary honors, including the Freeman Book Awards, the Paterson Prize for Books for Young People, and Colorado Gold Award. Born in Japan and raised in the U.S. from the age of eight, she became the first Asian woman attorney admitted to the Colorado Bar. In addition to fiction, she coaches aspiring writers the craft of writing through her writing handbook. On the podcast, we talk about the narrative impact of a character’s de...2025-04-2450 min
WINWinning at Reinvention: Mark Chamberlin on Building Legacy and Active RetirementSend us a textFrom “Who’s Who” to “Who’s He?” – Reinventing Yourself After Leaving Your BusinessAfter 40 years in high-tech leadership, Mark Chamberlin found himself at an unexpected crossroads—let go at 61.5 and faced with a big question: What’s next? Instead of chasing another corporate role, he reinvented himself with impact, influence, and freedom.In this episode, Mark shares:The biggest mistakes business leaders make after exitingWhy your old title won’t open new doors—and what willHow to leverage your network without looking for a jobThe surprising way sharing...2025-02-2226 min
Matilda’s Top Women In HistoryAthelflaed: Lady of the Mercians (Minisode)This is the ‘minisode’ - ideal if you don’t feel like listening to the full length version. Athelflaed was a fascinating woman who lived in late 9th Century England. Her father Alfred the Great and her nephew Athelstan get much of the credit for the foundation of the nation of England, however Athelflaed also played an important role in this. She ruled her kingdom of Mercia in her own right, and led the defeat of several Viking armies.Sources/Reading List:Adams, Max: ‘The Viking Wars’Arman, Joanna: ‘Athelflaed: The Warrior Quee...2025-01-1908 minMatilda’s Top Women In HistoryAthelflaed: Lady of the MerciansAthelflaed was a fascinating woman who lived in late 9th Century England. Her father Alfred the Great and her nephew Athelstan get much of the credit for the foundation of the nation of England, however Athelflaed also played an important role in this. She ruled her kingdom of Mercia in her own right, and led the defeat of several Viking armies. Sources/Reading List:Adams, Max: ‘The Viking Wars’Arman, Joanna: ‘Athelflaed: The Warrior Queen’Armstrong, Darcy: ‘Powerful Women of the Medieval World’ (Audible The Great Courses)Fleming, Rob...2025-01-1941 min
Storypod'Twas The Night Before Christmas by Clement Clarke Moore'Twas The Night Before Christmas by Clement Clarke MooreEvery day on the run up to Christmas I'll be reading a Christmas story specially chosen from the pod.Come back every day for a new story straight out of the pod!Don't forget to subscribe and share with all your friends and family!2024-12-2404 minStorypodJingle Bells by Rosie GreeningJingle Bells by Rosie GreeningEvery day on the run up to Christmas I'll be reading a Christmas story specially chosen from the pod.Come back every day for a new story straight out of the pod!Don't forget to subscribe and share with all your friends and family!2024-12-2304 minStorypodShhh! by Julie Sykes and Tim WarnesShhh! by Julie Sykes and Tim WarnesEvery day on the run up to Christmas I'll be reading a Christmas story specially chosen from the pod.Come back every day for a new story straight out of the pod!Don't forget to subscribe and share with all your friends and family!2024-12-2205 minStorypodSanta Claus Has A Busy Night by Lynn BradburySanta Claus Has A Busy Night by Lynn BradburyEvery day on the run up to Christmas I'll be reading a Christmas story specially chosen from the pod.Come back every day for a new story straight out of the pod!Don't forget to subscribe and share with all your friends and family!2024-12-2105 minStorypodThe Naughty List by Holly LansleyThe Naughty List by Holly LansleyEvery day on the run up to Christmas I'll be reading a Christmas story specially chosen from the pod.Come back every day for a new story straight out of the pod!Don't forget to subscribe and share with all your friends and family!2024-12-2003 minStorypodWhen Will It Snow? by Kathryn A WhiteWhen Will It Snow? by Kathryn A WhiteEvery day on the run up to Christmas I'll be reading a Christmas story specially chosen from the pod.Come back every day for a new story straight out of the pod!Don't forget to subscribe and share with all your friends and family!2024-12-2005 minStorypodThe Naughty List by Holly LansleyThe Naughty List by Holly LansleyEvery day on the run up to Christmas I'll be reading a Christmas story specially chosen from the pod.Come back every day for a new story straight out of the pod!Don't forget to subscribe and share with all your friends and family!2024-12-1903 minStorypodA Long Way From Home by Elizabeth BaguleyA Long Way From Home by Elizabeth BaguleyEvery day on the run up to Christmas I'll be reading a Christmas story specially chosen from the pod.Come back every day for a new story straight out of the pod!Don't forget to subscribe and share with all your friends and family!2024-12-1905 minStorypodStick Man by Julia Donaldson and Axel SchefflerStick Man by Julia Donaldson and Axel SchefflerEvery day on the run up to Christmas I'll be reading a Christmas story specially chosen from the pod.Come back every day for a new story straight out of the pod!Don't forget to subscribe and share with all your friends and family!2024-12-1806 minStorypodClump The Lump of Coal by Elanor BestClump The Lump of Coal by Elanor BestEvery day on the run up to Christmas I'll be reading a Christmas story specially chosen from the pod.Come back every day for a new story straight out of the pod!Don't forget to subscribe and share with all your friends and family!2024-12-1703 minStorypodBrave Little Penguin by Tracey CorderoyBrave Little Penguin by Tracey CorderoyEvery day on the run up to Christmas I'll be reading a Christmas story specially chosen from the pod.Come back every day for a new story straight out of the pod!Don't forget to subscribe and share with all your friends and family!2024-12-1604 minStorypodThe Polar Bear Who Saved Christmas by Fiona BoonThe Polar Bear Who Saved Christmas by Fiona BoonEvery day on the run up to Christmas I'll be reading a Christmas story specially chosen from the pod.Come back every day for a new story straight out of the pod!Don't forget to subscribe and share with all your friends and family!2024-12-1504 minStorypodMog's Christmas Calamity by Judith KerrMog's Christmas Calamity by Judith KerrEvery day on the run up to Christmas I'll be reading a Christmas story specially chosen from the pod.Come back every day for a new story straight out of the pod!Don't forget to subscribe and share with all your friends and family!2024-12-1404 minStorypodA Poop Powered Christmas by Rosie GreeningA Poop Powered Christmas by Rosie GreeningEvery day on the run up to Christmas I'll be reading a Christmas story specially chosen from the pod.Come back every day for a new story straight out of the pod!Don't forget to subscribe and share with all your friends and family!2024-12-1304 minStorypodSanta's 12 Days of Christmas by Alexandra RobinsonSanta's 12 Days of Christmas by Alexandra RobinsonEvery day on the run up to Christmas I'll be reading a Christmas story specially chosen from the pod.Come back every day for a new story straight out of the pod!Don't forget to subscribe and share with all your friends and family!2024-12-1203 min