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Engaged By DesignS2 Ep03 – Tell Me a Story: Leadership Lessons from the Stories That StickStorytelling is a leadership superpower—but too often, we don’t use it well. In this episode, Michael and Vernon dive into why stories matter, especially in leadership roles where influence matters more than control.
They share three of the essential story types every leader should have in their toolbox—value, founder, and purpose stories—inspired by Kindra Hall’s book Stories That Stick. You’ll hear: How Kindra Hall’s Normal–Explosion–New Normal model compares to the Hero’s Journey and the MACRO PPP (Problem–Path–Payoff) structure.
Real leadership stories told live on the podcast—with feed...2025-07-2949 min
Engaged By DesignS2 EP02 Rebundling the Faculty Role: Evolving, Not ErodingIn this second episode of our two-part series, Michael and Vernon explore what happens after unbundling: how faculty and other academic professionals are adapting, defending, and rebundling their roles in an AI-powered world. This episode outlines four irreducibly human responsibilities, three common defense strategies of professions under threat, and four emerging faculty archetypes for the AI era. Whether you're a professor, designer, advisor, or leader, this conversation will challenge your assumptions and offer a hopeful path forward. Stick around for a set of reflection questions you can bring back to your team.
These are the sources mentioned...2025-07-2237 min
Engaged By DesignS2 Ep01 – Unbundled: How AI and Economics Are Redefining Faculty RolesWelcome to Season 2 of the Engaged by Design podcast! In this kickoff episode, Dr. Michael Cottam interviews his co-host Dr. Vernon Smith—this time in the role of featured guest—to explore how artificial intelligence, economic pressures, and platformization are driving the unbundling of professional roles in higher education.
Drawing from Vernon's dissertation research and recent policy shifts, this episode dives deep into what’s happening behind the scenes of your course shell, syllabus, or advising software.
🔍 In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
What “unbundling” means and how it applies to the faculty role
Examples from o...2025-07-1543 min
Engaged By DesignEp08 How Might You Go MACRO? Applying Agile Leadership to First-Year Student SuccessIn this final episode of the MACRO Leadership podcast series, Michael and Vernon take listeners on a practical journey through applying all five elements of the MACRO framework—Match, Assign, Coach, Reflect, and Ovation—to a high-impact institutional initiative: redesigning the First-Year Experience (FYE).
🎓 What you’ll learn in this episode:
Why the FYE is a strategic project that demands cross-functional leadership
How to match the right team members based on passion and perspective
How to assign clear roles and responsibilities for momentum
How coaching—not just supervision—helps people grow through complexity
Why reflection is essential to...2025-07-0827 min
Engaged By DesignEP07: MACRO Ovation: The Power of Recognition in Leadership📄 Episode Summary
In the final episode of the MACRO Leadership podcast series, Vernon and Michael explore the “O” in MACRO: Ovation—the practice of authentic, values-aligned recognition. They dig into Gallup research showing that only 27% of employees feel regularly recognized at work, despite the fact that frequent praise correlates with dramatically higher engagement. Michael shares real stories from his leadership experience, like writing weekly handwritten thank-you notes, and explores how recognition practices can foster connection, morale, and momentum in higher education and beyond. Whether you're managing from the middle or guiding change from the top...2025-07-0125 min
Engaged By DesignEp06: Reflect: How Smart Leaders Learn, Adapt, and ImproveIn this episode, Vernon and Michael explore the fourth principle of the MACRO Leadership model: Reflect.
💡 Topics Covered:
Why reflection is a leadership imperative—not a luxury
Michael’s story of using Agile SCRUM and reflection cycles to improve student success and team alignment
Understanding the Diffusion of Innovation curve and its role in leading change
Creating a psychologically safe space for team reflection
Ground rules for effective team dialogue
Tools and frameworks including Plus/Delta and the Sailboat Exercise
How to embed reflection into your leadership rhythm
📌 Reflection Questions:
What reflection tools and cadences m...2025-06-2431 min
Engaged By DesignEp05: Coach with FRIES: How to Help People Grow While Getting the Work DoneIn this episode of the Engaged By Design podcast, Michael and Vernon unpack the “Coach” step of the MACRO Leadership framework. They share personal stories of transformative coaching, explore the difference between coaching and mentoring, and introduce the practical FRIES method for performance coaching.
Whether you lead a team, manage projects, or want to support your people more intentionally, this conversation will help you coach with clarity and confidence. Download the free FRIES Coaching Tool and start coaching better conversations today.
🎧 Highlights:
The difference between coaching, mentoring, supervising, and teaching
How to coach people through...2025-06-1729 min
Engaged By DesignEp04: Assign with Intention: How Clear Delegation Unlocks Strategic MomentumIn this episode of the Engaged By Design podcast, Michael and Vernon explore the second step in the MACRO Leadership model: Assign. Even the best match can struggle if the assignment isn’t clear. Learn how clarity, structure, and purpose in your assignments can unlock momentum and prevent project drift.
We share cautionary tales from Boeing and Google, introduce the PPP model (Problem, Path, Payoff), and explain how AMP (Autonomy, Mastery, Purpose) and the 5 Elements of a Strong Assignment work together to help teams thrive.
Plus, we offer tools and templates you can start using ri...2025-06-1031 min
Nuttin But Luv PodcastNuttinButLuv Episode. #37 CityFest 2024 pt.1 feat. Jeff Redd, Melly Mel, Mt Vernon Mayor and more.Hosts: Money Mike & Mainovent
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Executive producer: Michael Hunt
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2025-06-1045 minNuttin But Luv PodcastNuttinButLuv Episode #25 Featuring Mount Vernon NY native Darryl Williams, colon cancer survivorHost: Moneymike & Mainovent
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2025-06-0955 minNuttin But Luv PodcastNuttinButLuv Episode #24 Featuring Mount Vernon's finest Detective Dave ClarkeHosts: Moneymike & Mainovent
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2025-06-091h 08Nuttin But Luv PodcastNuttinButLuv Episode #17 Mt. Vernon Cityfest 2023 part 1 feat Mayor S. Patterson & various guestsHost: Moneymike & Mainovent
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2025-06-0625 min
Engaged By DesignEp03: Matching People to Projects: The “M” in MACRO LeadershipDescription
In this episode of Engaged By Design, Vernon interviews Michael about the first step in the MACRO Leadership framework: Match. Drawing from a personal story of an international student exchange early in his career, Michael illustrates what it really means to match people to projects in a way that builds confidence, accelerates team growth, and reduces risk. Learn how to assess strengths, understand motivation, and design teams that thrive. Whether you're leading a college initiative, an academic department, or a cross-functional design team, this episode offers practical insights and tools—like CliftonStrengths—to help you make bett...2025-06-0335 min
Engaged By DesignEp02: Prioritize or Paralyze: Leadership Lessons from Rocks, Chocolate, and Chaos🔍 Podcast Summary:
Ever feel like you’re drowning in tasks with no clear way out? In this episode, Michael and Vernon unpack what it really means to prioritize strategically as a leader. From Covey’s famous “rocks in a jar” to the chaos of Lucy and Ethel in the chocolate factory, they explore how planning, transparency, and agility can rescue your organization from overload. Discover practical tools like the Eisenhower Matrix and learn how to make prioritization a shared habit—not just a yearly report.
📘 Full Show Notes:
In this episode of the Engaged By Desig...2025-05-2741 min
Engaged By DesignEp01: Introducing Engaged By Design – Leading Through VUCA with Innovation and Purpose🎙️ Episode 1: Introducing Engaged By Design – Leading Through VUCA with Innovation and Purpose
Welcome to the first episode of the Engaged By Design podcast! Your co-hosts, Dr. Michael Cottam and Dr. Vernon Smith, kick off the series with a conversation about who we are, why we started this podcast, and how we plan to help leaders thrive in the middle of change. In this premiere episode, you'll hear:
How we used (and corrected) ChatGPT to write our intros
The meaning and implications of the VUCA environment (Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity, Ambiguity)
A preview of the MACRO Leadership model — an agile...2025-05-1329 min
Experience Into A Captivating Full Audiobook Before Bedtime.Camp by Michael D. Eisner, John McPheePlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/62269to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Camp
Author: Michael D. Eisner, John McPhee
Narrator: Michael D. Eisner, Grover Gardner
Format: mp3
Length: 5 hrs and 57 mins
Release date: 04-15-25
Ratings: 4 out of 5 stars, 6 ratings
Genres: Outdoors & Nature
Publisher's Summary:
Updated and expanded for its 20th anniversary, Camp is former Disney CEO Michael Eisner's coming-of-age story about his time in camp and how the indispensable lessons he learned there continue to influence him in business and in life. Over the years, as a camper and a counselor, Michael Eisner absorbed the life lessons that come from...2025-04-155h 57
In Wheel Time Podcast: Your Go-To Automotive Talk ShowMustang Club Meet-ups and the 2025 Mazda CX-90 PHEVCar enthusiasts across Texas are buzzing with activity as spring brings perfect weather for cruises, shows, and community gatherings. This episode takes you right into the heart of the action with a live call to Vernon Wilhelm, president of the Northside Mustang Club, who's hosting a rain-soaked but enthusiastic car show at Rudy's on Highway 105.Vernon gives us a window into the vibrant community he leads – 125 members strong and spread across the state – while detailing their impressive calendar of upcoming cruises to destinations like the National Forest, Lake Livingston, and the historic Painted Churches. The star of thei...2025-03-3130 min
Out of the Blue - The Podcast: Finding the Way ForwardMichael ScottNo doubt about it, Michael's a Miracle. When diagnosed with cancer, the doctor's prognosis was 6 months to a year. Four and a half years later and Michael is still finding a way forward. His truth is powerful and his resilience is off the chart. An unforgettable story of courage.To support Michael on GoFundMe, visit: gofund.me/b8b2b6a2Out Of The Blue: For more: outoftheblue-thepodcast.org For exclusive content: patreon.com/podcastOOTB2025-02-251h 13
Tales of the Magic SkagitDorothea Has a Thing For Coffee“. . . but now I know this path is only one of the many that opened before me on that morning in Dorothea.” -- Italo Calvino (Invisible Cities)"A coffee shop should be a place for new exploration, new pathways in ones life," is how Conor Mahoney describes the experience he and his wife Ashley want to create for those who walk through the door of their downtown Mount Vernon venue. If that seems like a big expectation to lay on a brand, then the first thing you need to know about Dorothea Coffee is t...2025-02-1633 min
One True PodcastAlex Vernon on "Soldier's Home"One True Podcast begins this year’s occasional commemoration of In Our Time’s 100th anniversary with a show devoted to one of its highlights. To discuss Hemingway’s classic story “Soldier’s Home,” we invite the author of Soldiers Once and Still, Alex Vernon.We discuss Harold Krebs and his war experience on the Western Front of World War I, his painful reentry into his former life, and his strained relationship with his mother. We also examine the extraordinary language Hemingway uses to capture Krebs's tortured consciousness and explore this story’s placement among Hemingway’s career of chroni...2025-02-101h 00
American Revolution PodcastARP337 Mount Vernon ConferenceGeorge Washington began what he thought would be his retirement in 1784. Following a visit from the Marquis de Lafayette that year, Washington put aside retirement to return to his lifelong dream of establishing a trade route to the west that used the Potomac River, that flowed past Mount Vernon. He got Maryland and Virginia to pass laws allowing for this, but found the implementation of such a route much more difficult than he anticipated.Blog https://blog.AmRevPodcast.com includes a complete transcript, as well as pictures, and links related to this week's episode.Book Re...2024-12-2233 minAmerican Revolution PodcastARP337 Mount Vernon ConferenceGeorge Washington began what he thought would be his retirement in 1784. Following a visit from the Marquis de Lafayette that year, Washington put aside retirement to return to his lifelong dream of establishing a trade route to the west that used the Potomac River, that flowed past Mount Vernon. He got Maryland and Virginia to pass laws allowing for this, but found the implementation of such a route much more difficult than he anticipated.Blog https://blog.AmRevPodcast.com includes a complete transcript, as well as pictures, and links related to this week's episode.Book Re...2024-12-2233 min
Conversations on Dance(426) Best of 2024Today, we sit down for our annual "Best of" episode! We saw great dance this year and talked with amazing guests. Cheers to another year with all of you. Thank you for coming on this ride with us! Please take 5 mins to take our listener survey. We want to hear from you.Episodes referenced:Maria Calegari - Part 1 Part 2Jennifer Lin - (382) The story of George Lee, the original Tea in Balanchine's 'Nutcracker', with Jennifer LinGeorge Lee & Jennifer Lin - (396) Jennifer Lin and George Lee, the original Tea in B...2024-12-1840 min
American Revolution PodcastARP331 Washington Goes HomeIn November, 1783, Washington takes leave of his officers and the army after the British Depart New York. Washington makes his way to Annapolis to resign. Congress misses the arrival of the Dutch Ambassador and scrambles to get the final peace treaty ratified while accepting Washington's resignation. Finally a civilian, Washington arrives home at Mount Vernon on Christmas Eve, 1783.Blog https://blog.AmRevPodcast.com includes a complete transcript, as well as pictures, and links related to this week's episode.Book Recommendation of the Week: General Washington's Christmas Farewell: A Mount Vernon Homecoming, 1783, by Stanley Weintraub....2024-10-2032 minAmerican Revolution PodcastARP331 Washington Goes HomeIn November, 1783, Washington takes leave of his officers and the army after the British Depart New York. Washington makes his way to Annapolis to resign. Congress misses the arrival of the Dutch Ambassador and scrambles to get the final peace treaty ratified while accepting Washington's resignation. Finally a civilian, Washington arrives home at Mount Vernon on Christmas Eve, 1783.Blog https://blog.AmRevPodcast.com includes a complete transcript, as well as pictures, and links related to this week's episode.Book Recommendation of the Week: General Washington's Christmas Farewell: A Mount Vernon Homecoming, 1783, by Stanley Weintraub....2024-10-2032 min
Tiny Bar ChatsVernon Thompson: Footwork, Music and Education | Tiny Bar Chats Vernon Thompson is the principal of Warren Harding High School in Bridgeport, CT, one of the few public high schools in the state's most populous city. Thompson has worn many hats, including Coach, Teacher, Special Education Certified Educator, Soulmatic Mind, Recording Artist, Trailblazer in the Hip-Hop Media scene and Father. For updates and content, follow him on Instagram at @Vernonsthompson. 2024-10-171h 02
Rock M Radio: A University of Missouri podcastMizzou Volleyball's Mychael Vernon on the Tigers' season, the SEC vs. Pac-12, and moreWelcome to Over the Net, a new podcast for the Rock M Radio network! In this second episode of Over the Net, Matthew Gustafson interviews Oregon State transfer and current Mizzou Volleyball player, Michael Vernon. Michael recently won SEC player of the the week, so the two discuss that, what transferring was like, how the team is doing this year, and much more.Subscribe to Rock M+ for access to Mizzou insider info, discussion boards, special live podcasts just for subscribers, and more!Celebrate the Cotton Bowl victory with Mizzou bowl game shirts over at 573...2024-10-0334 min
Conversations At The WellExperiencing Transformation Church in Tulsa- Episode 015In this episode of Conversations at the Well, Vernon and Desireé Brown take us on a captivating journey through their recent trip to Tulsa, Oklahoma, where they visited Transformation Church, led by Pastor Michael Todd. Over the next few episodes, they’ll share their personal experiences, insights, and the spiritual revelations they encountered during their time at this vibrant church community.In this first episode of the series, they discuss the concept of “fingerprints” — the lasting impact and influence of a leader, even in their absence. While Pastor Todd wasn’t physically present during their visit, his vision, lea...2024-09-2049 min
not ARTIFICIALLY Sweetened - Unfiltered reflections on all thing's diabetesnot ARTIFICIALLY Sweetened - Episode 58 - with Creative Master, Warren Vernon DriscollWelcome back for Episode 58 of 'not ARTIFICIALLY Sweetened', THE podcast packed with unfiltered reflections on all thing’s diabetes!
Find us on Spotify, Pocket Casts, Apple Podcasts, or the LiSTN Audio App!
This Episode is brought to you in support of diabetes awareness and care by Diabetic Accessories (‘Making Diabetes Beautiful!’), and the new range of CDE MiWell™ (https://cdeonline.co.za/miwell/) Reduced Calorie products.
Whether you're living with diabetes, a health professional that facilitates diabetes care, or supporting someone with diabetes, you're in the right place! Join our journey, as we grow tog...2024-06-1245 min
Tales of the Magic SkagitTry the Arts...at Tri Dee ArtsIf you’re traveling east on Division St. from West Mount Vernon, the first message you encounter as you cross the Skagit River is plastered large and load on the side of a historic brick building: Make Art Not War.
Welcome to Sri Dee Arts, a cornerstone business on First Street, right across the street from another venerable Skagit Valley business, the Skagit Valley Food Co-op. Morgan White, our Skagit Valley Youth History Project intern and I are here at Tri Dee Arts to learn about the business and its owner, Summer Houlihan, who we...2024-05-2437 min
Perfume Room138. [FRAGRANCE TAXONOMIST MICHAEL EDWARDS] *THE* Quintessential American FragrancesToday’s episode is a masterclass! Fragrance legend, author, historian, taxonomist and Perfume Room fan-favorite Michael Edwards is back (!!), this time to chat about his newest book, “American Legends: The Evolution of American Fragrances.”
What makes a perfume *American* in style and who are the quintessential American perfumes? What makes them legendary? What did they inspire? What does the future of perfumery look like? All that & more in this week's ep!
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Infiniment Coty Aristo Chypre, Coty Chypre, Diptyque Orpheon, Granado Violeta, Dior: Diorella, Eau Sauvage; Halston, Jovan Musk, CK One, Antonia’s Flowers...2024-05-141h 01
Inventing the PresidencyChief of Thirteen FiresSt. Clair’s Defeat in 1791 was—and remains—the worst defeat of the US army by Native American forces in American history, but it was just one incident in the complex relationship between the United States and the independent sovereign Indigenous nations who lived on lands claimed by the new country. In this episode, hear from Dr. Colin Calloway, Dr. Greg Ablavsky, and Dr. Lindsay Chervinsky about George Washington’s “Indian Policy” and the lead up to one of the worst disasters in US military history.
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Written and d...2024-04-0857 minConversations on Dance(391) Michael Vernon, Professor of Music (Ballet) at Indiana University Jacobs School of MusicOn today's episode of 'Conversations On Dance', we are joined by internationally acclaimed ballet teacher and professor at Indiana University Michael Vernon. We talk to Michael about how his early artistic influences shaped his life's work as teacher and choreographer, his own philosophies of how to approach ideas in the classroom and how he is shaping the young dancers of Indiana University today. Take Michael's class on YouTube that we discuss in this episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dMFj_pX_Oug.THIS EPISODE'S SPONSORS:Megan Wil...2024-04-0250 min
Tales of the Magic SkagitThe Way We WereI first met Sgt. Brent Thompson of the Mount Vernon Police Department when I enrolled in the MVPD's Citizens Academy -- a twelve-week program designed to teach folks in our community about how local enforcement works. It's an experience that I recommend for anyone who lives here -- and if you believe that a community gets the law enforcement it deserves, I'm pretty sure you're going to feel better about where you live as a result.
But there is another role that Brent Thompson plays. He happens to serve on the board of the Mount Vernon High...2024-03-2529 min
Tales of the Magic SkagitEllen Gamson Wants You to Know that Downtown Mount Vernon is Doing Just Fine, Thank You!Ellen Gamson is the Executive Director of Mount Vernon Downtown Association, a role that she evolved into just as the organization she was instrumental in creating evolved as well.
In this Tales of the Magic Skagit interview with Ellen, you'll learn a little about her own Magic Skagit story and the mission of the Mount Vernon Downtown Association (MVDA). She'll also recount some of the more significant happenings in Downtown Mount Vernon since the pandemic, and what to expect in the year ahead.2024-01-1430 min
TWO:38Husbands, Love your Wife - Bro Michael BinghamA timely and relatable message by Bro Michael Bingham.2023-12-1829 min
The Plant Based PodcastThe Plant Based Podcast S13 E06 - Gardening for Pollinators with Author Jean VernonIn this weeks episode we chat with writer and author Jean Vernon. Jean is a champion for bees, pollinators and all wildlife and is on a mission to educate everyone about the intricate balance of nature in gardens from birds to bees and everything in-between. @mr_plantgeek and @ellenmarygardening find out about Jeans love of gardens, her books and get some wildlife friendly gardening take home tips. As a bonus Jean has provided her top 10 plants for pollinators below: Vipers Bugloss Hellebores Flowering currant Comfrey Fuchsias Echinops Cherry plum Prunus cerasifera Crocus Lungwort Dandelions Find out more about Jean, her bo...2023-12-031h 31
Conversation StreetVernon Tomlin Character ProfileFor this week's bonus podcast, we chat about Liz's little drummer boy, Vernon Tomlin, who made his debut on Corrie just shy of 18 years ago. A loser in life, love and ultimately Liz, Vernon may not be anyone's favourite character, but his total inability to ever catch any kind of break at least makes him someone who many viewers from the time at least have a bit of a soft spot for. His dreams of hitting the big time with his band may never have come true, but for now, here's Vernon's hour in the spotlight.
2023-11-281h 07Conversation StreetVernon Tomlin Character ProfileFor this week's bonus podcast, we chat about Liz's little drummer boy, Vernon Tomlin, who made his debut on Corrie just shy of 18 years ago. A loser in life, love and ultimately Liz, Vernon may not be anyone's favourite character, but his total inability to ever catch any kind of break at least makes him someone who many viewers from the time at least have a bit of a soft spot for. His dreams of hitting the big time with his band may never have come true, but for now, here's Vernon's hour in the spotlight.
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What's Happening in Henderson CountyPLAYOFFS: Malakoff takes on Mount Vernon in Tyler Friday night(This interview was recorded Tuesday, Nov. 14, at Malakoff High School with Coach Jamie Driskell.)By Michael V. HanniganIt'll be Tiger vs Tiger Friday night in Tyler.The undefeated Malakoff Tigers (11-0) will face the Mount Vernon Tigers (8-3) at 7:30 p.m. Friday at Tyler-Rose Stadium in the Area Round of the playoffs.Malakoff beat Maypearl 49-0 in bi-district action last week while Mount Vernon is coming off a 49-7 win over Gladewater.(Post sponsored by Tinsley Law & Title, Holt Wrecker, R&R lawn specialists, GILBERT ELECTRIC)...2023-11-1512 min
The Valley TodayClarke History: Trivia Night, Growing Up At Mt.Vernon, Art at the MillOur conversation today with Nathan Stalvey, Executive Director for Clarke County Historical Association gave us details for several upcoming events and programs. Nathan told us about the return of Trivia Nights at Barns of Rose Hill. They are held the first Tuesday in September, October, and November beginning at 6:30pm. Categories include History, Movies, Literature, Science, and more. Local area businesses donate prizes. Visit https://barnsofrosehill.org/upcoming-events/ to register. Dr. Cassandra Good from Marymount University will present her research on what it was like for George Washington’s step-grandchildren to grow up at Mount Verno...2023-09-0122 min
In Wheel Time Podcast: Your Go-To Automotive Talk ShowOn Track and Offbeat: A Tour with the Northside Mustang Club and Jeff has a new calendar!Join us as we welcome Vernon Wilhelm from the Northside Mustang Car Club. Vernon shares the insider info on their upcoming National Forest Cruise starting out from Gullo Ford. It is a quirky tour that takes in everything from a county courthouse to the National Forest and a prison museum, adding a dash of intrigue to the ride. Before they head out, Vernon gives us a peek under the hood of his own Mustang collection, including a stunning '67 Fastback and an '06 Mustang. Whether you're a car enthusiast or just love a good road trip, join u...2023-08-1330 min
Critical Aspects of Law EnforcementRelentless Courage with Sgt. Michael Surgue (Ret.)Send us a textIn this episode, co-hosted with Tim from 10_7 Fishing, we talk with Sgt. Michael Surgue (Ret.), best-selling author of Relentless Courage: Winning the Battle Against Frontline Trauma. Listen as Michael shares his military and law enforcement history, his journey to writing Relentless Courage, and other crucial topics such as law enforcement suicide. Check out the links below to connect with 10_7 Fishing, Micheal, or order your copy of Relentless Courage.10-7 FishingSgt. Michael Surgue (Ret.)...2023-04-1736 min
Start with QuestionsWhat is the purpose of school?Ventures is honored to welcome Michael Horn to today’s podcast, discussing his latest book, From Reopen to Reinvent: (Re)Creating School for Every Child. In addition, Michael has authored Disrupting Class, Choosing College, and even a children’s story, Goodnight Box. Michael is the co-founder of and a distinguished fellow at the Clayton Christensen Institute. He co-hosts his own podcast, Class Disrupted and Future U. He also serves as an executive editor at Education Next.Dr. Brett Jacobsen, CEO, sits down with Michael and discusses the progress we have made in education since his first book, Disr...2023-02-2248 min
I Got A Guy PodcastCreating vehicle graphics to capture attention with Mike 'The Wrapper' FinkelmanMike Finkelman is a graphic designer with 25 years’ experience in the industry. He is known for his marketing prowess as "Mike the Wrapper". His experience and sales approach led him to Vernon Graphic Solutions, where he has created vehicle graphics, wall graphics and 3D cut signage for over 250 customers.In this episode, you will learn the following:1. How Mike Finkelman implemented his own sales approach to his business.2. The subliminal marketing of vehicle graphics and how they can capture the viewer's attention.3. How Mike Finkelman creates custom graphics for...2023-02-1542 minPerfume Room83. *Synesthetes* are the New *Empaths* (a solo ep)IT’S ME (!) coming to you with a quick solo ep. Here’s what I’m talking about this week:
why you need to stop what you’re doing and get tix to Monster Jam (hehe lolol)
my experience at the FragranceNet brick & mortar (/who knew there was one?)
a BIG 2023 trend prediction
a personal hot take that will leave you *shaking*
And of course, I answer several of the burning Qs that you wrote in on Instagram (@perfumeroompod)!
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Jazmin Saraï How You Love, Giorgio Beverly Hills Giorgio, 4711, Boucheron...2023-02-0720 min
The Sheldrake Vernon DialoguesObjectivity–An urgently needed new approach68Objectivity has come to be regarded as a prime ingredient of reliable knowledge. But what is objectivity, how has it arisen, and is the notion in need of reform? In this episode of the Sheldrake-Vernon Dialogues, Rupert and Mark consider the recent work of the philosopher, Richard Gunton. With colleagues, Richard examines older understandings of objectivity in science and proposes an alternative which is truer to scientific work. In particular, the reductive idea that links objectivity with replication seems increasingly untenable, given the replication crisis in science. Instead, linking objectivity to representation provides a fruitful way forward.Rupert and...2023-01-1429 min
Inner Life, Talks and ThoughtsWhat is objectivity? A conversation with Rupert Sheldrake & Mark VernonObjectivity has come to be regarded as a prime ingredient of reliable knowledge. But what is objectivity, how has it arisen, and is the notion in need of reform? In this episode of the Sheldrake-Vernon Dialogues, Rupert and Mark consider the recent work of the philosopher, Richard Gunton. With colleagues, Richard examines older understandings of objectivity in science and proposes an alternative which is truer to scientific work. In particular, the reductive idea that links objectivity with replication seems increasingly untenable, given the replication crisis in science. Instead, linking objectivity to representation provides a fruitful way forward. R...2023-01-1429 min
Sick & Tired RecoveryPastor Michael J Scholtes Shares His Battle with DepressionSend us a textDepression is real. In this episode, Pastor Michael Scholtes and I discussed his book Darkwater a memoir of his depression and faith.Michael J. Scholtes is an ordained minister in the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. Key Concepts:He explains the negative voice most of us hear isn't us and that we should listen to the voice of God instead.He gave his viewpoint on the best way to support a loved one who suffers from depression. ...2022-12-2853 min