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SedgwickSpotlight on Sedgwick Asia: Growth, Culture, and OpportunityIn this episode of the Sedgwick podcast, Kimberly George speaks with Nicki Dunn about the exciting developments at Sedgwick Asia. They discuss leadership changes, the importance of empowering women in the insurance industry, and the rapid growth in the energy sector. Nicki shares insights on how the company is fostering a supportive culture, integrating new colleagues, and focusing on intentional growth while maintaining a commitment to operational excellence and colleague wellbeing.
2025-10-1410 minSedgwickNavigating the Complex World of Product Recalls: A Conversation with Chris HarveyIn the latest episode of the Sedgwick podcast, host Kimberly George, Sedgwick’s Global Chief Brand Officer, sits down with Chris Harvey, Senior Vice President of Client Services and a leading expert in global product recalls and incident response. With over two decades of experience and nearly 2,000 recalls under his belt, Chris brings a wealth of insight into the evolving landscape of product safety.
2025-09-0318 min
Fabulous Folklore with IcyDublin Ghost Stories of Phantom Dogs and Mysterious FiguresDublin is a beautiful city that straddles the River Liffey, famous as the home of Guinness and the National Leprechaun Museum. What you might not expect from the Irish capital is a series of Dublin ghost stories.
Though why not? The city enjoys a millennium of history, including Viking settlement, economic hardship caused by the Dissolution of the Monasteries, and the fight for independence from Britain. Of course there would be ghost stories!
For much of this article, I followed the legends related by Dave Walsh in Haunted Dublin, though where I could, I did...
2025-07-1217 minSedgwickCatastrophe Readiness: How Sedgwick Responds, Recovers, and RebuildsIn this episode, Kimberly George sits down with Steve Powell, EVP of Property Americas, to talk about the rising frequency and severity of catastrophic weather events - and how Sedgwick is leading the way in claims response, technology, and recovery. From surge staffing and AI tools to concierge repair services and a culture of care, Steve shares how Sedgwick supports clients and communities when disaster strikes.
2025-07-0225 minSedgwickRIMS Riskworld 2025: A New Era in Risk ManagementIn this episode of the Sedgwick Podcast, Kimberly George and Brad Krauss discuss the upcoming RIMS Riskworld 2025 conference in Chicago. They explore the significance of the event for Sedgwick, the importance of networking, and the impact of economic volatility and AI on the industry. The conversation highlights Sedgwick’s initiatives at RIMS, including the Wellness ZENter and engagement strategies for new talent. As they look forward to the event, they emphasize the excitement and opportunities that RIMS presents for professionals in risk management.
2025-04-3021 minSedgwickMental Health in Workers’ Compensation: Data-Driven Insights from Sedgwick’s 2025 ReportKimberly George, Global Chief Brand Officer at Sedgwick, is joined by Max Koonce, Chief Claims Officer. They discuss the prevalence of mental health claims, inspired by a commentary paper that Max and his team released titled Unveiling the Hidden Struggles: Mental Health and Workers’ Compensation.
2025-04-2118 min
Primary RiskSedgwick's Top 10 Vs Premier Eby's Top 10 - EP08Kicking off the first episode of 2025 Sedgwick’s Allie Meeres, and Byng Giraud, sat down to discuss the ongoing threat of US tariffs and the top 10 projects B.C. can use to protect our economy. Reflecting on the economic and political realities of British Columbia and its economic dependence on the US Byng Giraud notes: “That dependency, not only has it made us vulnerable to the situation today, it's one of the reasons we have low productivity in this country because we live off this 30% discount on our dollar. We've got to get over taking the easy way ou...
2025-03-1156 minPrimary RiskTrump 2.0 | Pocket Lobbyist conversation with Byng Giraud and Allie MeeresJanuary 31st, Sedgwick Strategies President, Byng Giraud, OBC, and Executive Vice President, Allie Meeres, sat down with Melissa Caouette of Pocket Lobbyist for a critical discussion on what a second Trump presidency could mean for B.C. and Canada. With trade, policy shifts, and economic uncertainty on the horizon, one thing was clear—organizations can’t afford to sit back and wait."Get off the couch." That was Byng’s message to businesses and decision-makers who may be tempted to take a wait-and-see approach. The world is moving fast, and those who act early will be i...
2025-02-131h 07Primary RiskSusannah Pierce - EP 03Episode 3 of Primary Risk features Susannah Pierce, President of Shell Canada, Country Chair, and Vice President, Emerging Energy Solutions.
Together with Byng Giraud, President of Sedgwick Strategies, and Allie Meeres, Executive Vice President and Partner of Sedgwick Strategies, we delved into Susannah Pierce’s early career and her path to Shell Canada, insights into Canadian LNG’s past and future, and how the people behind critical projects are navigating soft issue risks.
2024-08-1447 minPrimary RiskThe Hon. Christy Clark - EP 01Join co-hosts Byng Giraud, President of Sedgwick Strategies, and Allie Meeres, Executive Vice President & Partner at Sedgwick Strategies, as they delve into Christy Clark's political journey, the strategies needed to boost foreign direct investment in BC, and her significant work on major projects during her tenure.
2024-05-2934 min
Sedgwick County ZooCastBonus: ZooCast HiatusWe sat down with the Zoo's Marketing and Communication Team to talk about the ZooCast's past and its future.
Listen to learn how you can get involved in nature photography, how we can connect on social media, and how you could become the next host of the Sedgwick County ZooCast.
Interested in being the Zoo's next Communication Coordinator? Apply online.
Interest in becoming a Zoo Member? Just visit scz.org/membership
For as low as $85 per person you get to experience unlimited visits to the Zoo, early entry, discounts on special event...
2024-02-2011 min
Sedgwick County ZooCastFlamingos with Anne HeitmanWe sat down with Curator of Birds Anne Heitman to learn all about Greater Flamingos and Caribbean Flamingos in this week’s episode.
Listen to learn about how many flamingos call SCZ home, what “crop milk” is, and how you can help care for flamingos at Sedgwick County Zoo and in the wild.
Every Wednesday from November through February enjoy Winter Wednesdays at the Zoo. Admission is discounted all day.
Bundle up and come on down to the Sedgwick County Zoo for a Wild Winter Wednesday.
Become a ZooPal today!
When you adopt a flamingo...
2024-02-1523 min
Sedgwick County ZooCastZebras with Andrea PorchWe sat down with Zookeeper Andrea Porch to learn all about Zebras in this week’s episode.
Listen to learn about zebra conservation, how to tell the zebras at Sedgwick County Zoo apart, and to learn if zebras are black with white stripes or white with black stripes.
Every Wednesday from November through February enjoy Winter Wednesdays at the Zoo. Admission is discounted all day.
Bundle up and come on down to the Sedgwick County Zoo for a Wild Winter Wednesday.
Inte...
2024-02-0127 minSedgwick County ZooCastBison with Jessie McQuilliamsWe sat down with Zookeeper Jessie McQuilliams to learn all about Bison in this week’s episode.
Listen to learn how to tell the bison at SCZ apart, how the hooves of the might bison help create rich soil, and to test your knowledge on the state of Kansas.
Every Wednesday from November through February enjoy Winter Wednesdays at the Zoo. Admission is discounted all day.
Bundle up and come on down to the Sedgwick County Zoo for a Wild Winter Wednesday.
2024-01-1522 minSedgwick County ZooCastPrairie Dogs with Jessie McQuilliamsWe sat down with Zookeeper Jessie McQuilliams to learn all about Prairie Dogs in this week’s episode.
Listen to learn what a keystone species is, how many prairie dogs call SCZ home, and how prairie dogs alert each other that danger is near.
Every Wednesday from November through February enjoy Winter Wednesdays at the Zoo. Admission is discounted all day.
Bundle up and come on down to the Sedgwick County Zoo for a Wild Winter Wednesday.
Interest in be...
2024-01-0124 minSedgwick County ZooCastOrangutans with Devin TurnerWe sat down with zookeeper Devin Turner to learn all about Orangutans in this week’s episode of the Sedgwick County ZooCast.
Hear about Sumatran orangutan’s habitat and conservation. Meet the Orangutans that call SCZ home.
Interested in becoming a Zoo Member? Just visit scz.org/membership.
For as low as $80 per person, you get to experience unlimited visits to the Zoo, early entry, discounts on special events, and early access to the Sedgwick County ZooCast.
Journey through the Looking Glass at Wild Lights 2023
Adopt and Orangutan and beco...
2023-11-1531 min
Sedgwick County ZooCastBonus: Chimpanzee Alizeti with Danielle Decker, Devin Turner, and Alicia ThomasLearn about Sedgwick County Zoo's newest Chimpanzee, Alizeti, in this Bonus Episode of the Sedgwick County ZooCast.
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CONTENT WARNING (00:00)
INTRO (00:37)
INTERVIEW WTIH ZOOLOGICAL MANAGER DANIELLE DECKER AND ZOOKEEPERS DEVIN TURNER AND ALICIA THOMAS (01:20)
ALIZETI'S BIRTH (02:28)
HUMAN-ASSISTED REARING AND WHY IT WAS NECESSARY FOR ALIZETI (03:53)
2023-10-2035 minSedgwick County ZooCastFruit Bats with Carter KleoppelWe sat down with Zookeeper Carter Kleoppel to learn all about Fruit Bats in this week's episode.
Learn about the Indian Flying Fox bat. Hear about types of bats and meet the cute fruit bats that live at Sedgwick County Zoo.
Interested in becoming a Zoo Member? Just visit scz.org/membership.
For as low as $80 per person, you get to experience unlimited visits to the Zoo, early entry, discounts on special events, and early access to the Sedgwick County ZooCast.
2023-10-1522 minSedgwick County ZooCastBlack Mamba with Chris WilliamsWe sat down with Zoological Manager Christ Williams to learn all about the black mamba in this week's episode.
Learn about the venomous black mamba snake. Learn where the snake lives and what it eats. Meet Sedgwick County Zoo's black mamba.
Interested in becoming a Zoo Member? Just visit scz.org/membership.
For as low as $80 per person, you get to experience unlimited visits to the Zoo, early entry, discounts on special events, and early access to the Sedgwick County ZooCast.
2023-10-0118 minSedgwick County ZooCastPudus with Micala TeetzenWe sat down with Zookeeper Micala Teetzen to learn all about Pudus in this week's episode.
Learn about southern pudus, their habitat in Chile, and how we care for the pudus at Sedgwick County Zoo
Interested in becoming a Zoo Member? Just visit scz.org/membership
For as low as $80 per person, you get to experience unlimited visits to the Zoo, early entry, discounts on special events, and early access to the Sedgwick County ZooCast.
Journey through the Looking...
2023-09-1523 minFabulous Folklore with IcyBelfast Ghost Stories: A Prison, a Market, and a Railway StationBelfast is the capital of Northern Ireland, and its site has been occupied since the Bronze Age. It's been a major port since the 19th century, and the Harland & Wolff shipyard built RMS Titanic here.
It's a city of much history, so it comes as no surprise that there are plenty of ghost stories linked with Belfast. Haunted prisons, railway stations, private homes, even roads - Belfast has the lot.
So let's explore some of these Belfast ghost stories - and a particularly weird experience at one of its Bronze Age sites - in this...
2023-08-2620 minSedgwick County ZooCastThe Guam Kingfisher with Scott NewlandWe sat down with Sedgwick County Zoo CEO and bird enthusiast Scott Newland to learn all about the Guam Kingfisher in this week's episode.
Learn about the Guam Kingfisher, a bird that's extinct in the wild. Hear how SCZ is working to reintroduce this bird back into its natural habitat.
Interested in becoming a Zoo Member? Just visit scz.org/membership.
For as low as $80 per person, you get to experience unlimited visits to the zoo,
early entry, discounts on special events, and early access to the Sedgwick County
ZooCast.
2023-07-0135 minSedgwick County ZooCastTrailer: The Sedgwick County ZooCastCheck out the trailer for the Sedgwick County Zoo's new podcast- The Sedgwick County ZooCast!
Twice a month, on the 1st and 15th, join host Emily Bishop and a special guest to learn all about what's new at the zoo. Episode topics range from animal behaviors and conservation to the events and history of Sedgwick County Zoo.
You won't want to miss out. Subscribe to the podcast today!
2023-06-1500 min
The Muck PodcastLi'l Muck Episode 31: Lucy SedgwickHillary and Tina interview President and CEO of Ruth’s List Florida, Lucy Sedgwick.
Lucy has dedicated her career to building movements and training the next generation of Democratic leadership.
In 2020, she led Colorado’s Abortion Access for All campaign, a state-wide coalition that defeated a high-profile initiative to ban abortion later in pregnancy.
Through her work, Lucy has trained hundreds of organizers, campaign staff and candidates. She served as National Training Director for Warren for President and National Training Director for the Progressive Change Campaign Committee, where she taught Democratic candidates at all...
2021-07-1627 min
Do It Or Else PodcastChallenge 56: Read a Book "The Battered Bastards of Bastogne"Ryan & Dustin review their experiences reading the book "The Battered Bastards of Bastogne"
The book covers one of World War 2's bloodiest battles for the US forces during the Battle of the Bulge from December 19th, 1944 - January 17th, 1945. This book is sourced from from hundreds of interviews from the soldiers themselves. Listen as we discuss this very dense book.
2020-12-2358 min
Do It Or Else PodcastChallenge 55: Field Trip ChallengeVist the Ocmulgee Mounds National Historic Park yourselves. It's free, it's beautiful and it's interesting.
Native Americans first came to middle Georgia, during the Paleo-Indian period hunting Ice Age mammals. Many different American Indian cultures occupied this land for thousands of years. Around 900 CE, the Mississippian Period began. They constructed mounds for their elite, which remain today.
Ryan & Dustin walk the park's trails and explore the monuments. The boys learn about the history of the land and people that came before us.
2020-12-0747 minDo It Or Else PodcastFree Guided Meditation for PositivitySpend a few minutes finding your center while you have s'mores with Peacefulness and Calm by the lake of positive thought.
2020-11-1906 min
Do It Or Else PodcastChallenge 54: Meditation ChallengeMeditation is important and is being proven to improve well being overall when regularly practiced. Ryan & Dustin want to see what this is all about.
2020-11-1946 min
Do It Or Else PodcastChallenge 53: Pumpkin Cannibal ChallengeTHIS CONTENT IS NSFW AND SHOULD BE CONSUMED RESPONSIBLY
Do you like Pumpkins? Do you looooove Pumpkins?
Do you paint your jack-o-lanterns instead of carving them with a knife beacuse you could never hurt a pumpkin?
Well this might not be the podcast for you if you answered yes to any of the above questions.
This is pumpkin violence like you've never experienced.
2020-10-2747 min
Do It Or Else PodcastChallenge 52: Ghost HuntingRyan & Dustin, attempt to learn about ghosts and how to best communicate with them.
Next Challenge:
Put a Pumpkin on your head and eat pumkin things.
2020-10-0640 min
Fabulous Folklore with IcyWhy did these 3 hybrid mythical beasts fall out of fashion?Not all mythological creatures are as popular as the unicorn or dragon.
Some of the more strange hybrid mythical beasts, like the manticore, Chimera, and cockatrice, have faded from art and literature.
But why? Find out in this episode of Fabulous Folklore.
See the images or get the blog post transcript here: [https://www.icysedgwick.com/hybrid-mythical-beasts/](https://www.icysedgwick.com/hybrid-mythical-beasts/)
Get your free guide to protecting your house with folklore here: [https://www.icysedgwick.com/fab-folklore/](https://www.icysedgwick.com/fab-folklore/)
Tickets for the Spiritualism talk: [https://bit...
2020-10-0520 min
Do It Or Else PodcastChallenge 51: Sleep 8 Hours a NightThis week's challenge has Ryan & Dustin, attempting to get 8 hours of sleep each night for the week.
Learn a few interesting facts about sleep and the differences between Ryan and Dustin's sleep hygiene.
NEXT CHALLENGE:
GHOST HUNTING
2020-09-3041 minFabulous Folklore with IcyWhy did these 3 hybrid mythical beasts fall out of fashion?Not all mythological creatures are as popular as the unicorn or dragon.
Some of the more strange hybrid mythical beasts, like the manticore, Chimera, and cockatrice, have faded from art and literature.
But why? Find out in this episode of Fabulous Folklore.
See the images or get the blog post transcript here: https://www.icysedgwick.com/hybrid-mythical-beasts/
Get your free guide to protecting your house with folklore here: https://www.icysedgwick.com/fab-folklore/
Tickets for the Spiritualism talk: https://bit.ly/2FDWYjD
Become a Patron for bonus co...
2020-09-2620 minFabulous Folklore with IcyUnicorns: The Myths & Legends Behind the Glitter & RainbowsUnicorns might be more popular as children's decorations, or even as 'themes' in makeup collections for adults.
But how do these gentle creatures appear in legend? Where did they come from and what do they represent?
Let's find out in this episode of Fabulous Folklore.
See the images or get the blog post transcript here: https://www.icysedgwick.com/unicorns-in-legend/
Get your free guide to protecting your house with folklore here: [https://www.icysedgwick.com/fab-folklore/](https://www.icysedgwick.com/fab-folklore/)
Tickets for the Spiritualism talk: [https://bit.ly/2FDWYjD...
2020-09-2418 min
Do It Or Else PodcastChallenge 50: Juice CleanseOn this episode, Ryan & Dustin, attempt to complete a 3 day juice cleanse using the "Master Cleanse" protocol.
Master Cleanse Recipe:
2 tbsP organic lemon or lime juice
2 TBSP organic Maple Valley Syrup
1/10 tSP cayenne pepper
8 oz spring or purified water
** Drink 6 to 12 glasses per day **
Learn about our struggles with this challenge.
NEXT CHALLENGE:
Get 8 Hours of Sleep Every Night
2020-09-2249 minFabulous Folklore with IcyUnicorns: The Myths & Legends Behind the Glitter & RainbowsUnicorns might be more popular as children's decorations, or even as 'themes' in makeup collections for adults.
But how do these gentle creatures appear in legend? Where did they come from and what do they represent?
Let's find out in this episode of Fabulous Folklore.
See the images or get the blog post transcript here: https://www.icysedgwick.com/unicorns-in-legend/
Get your free guide to protecting your house with folklore here: https://www.icysedgwick.com/fab-folklore/
Tickets for the Spiritualism talk: https://bit.ly/2FDWYjD
Become a...
2020-09-1918 min
Do It Or Else PodcastChallenge 49: Play SenetThis week's challenge is a little easier but more mysterious... in a fun way.
Ryan and Dustin, play the oldest board game known, Senet.
Is it just a game? Is it a way to speak with the Egyptian afterlife? Is it the downfall of Egyptian youth?!?!
Find out now!
Next Challenge: Juice Cleanse
2020-09-1546 minFabulous Folklore with IcyDragons in Folklore: The Lambton Worm and the Laidly WormThere are tales of dragons in folklore all over the world. But how do the worm tales of northern England differ from traditional dragon legends?
Let's learn more about the Lambton Worm of County Durham and the Laidly Worm of Northumberland in this episode of Fabulous Folklore.
See the images or get the blog post transcript here: [https://www.icysedgwick.com/dragons-in-folklore/](https://www.icysedgwick.com/dragons-in-folklore/)
Get your free guide to protecting your house with folklore here: [https://www.icysedgwick.com/fab-folklore/](https://www.icysedgwick.com/fab-folklore/)
Book tickets for the...
2020-09-1221 minFabulous Folklore with IcyDragons in Folklore: The Lambton Worm and the Laidly WormThere are tales of dragons in folklore all over the world. But how do the worm tales of northern England differ from traditional dragon legends?
Let's learn more about the Lambton Worm of County Durham and the Laidly Worm of Northumberland in this episode of Fabulous Folklore.
See the images or get the blog post transcript here: https://www.icysedgwick.com/dragons-in-folklore/
Get your free guide to protecting your house with folklore here: https://www.icysedgwick.com/fab-folklore/
Book tickets for the Spiritualism talk with the Folklore Podcast here: https://bit...
2020-09-1221 minFabulous Folklore with IcyGriffins of Legend: A Tale of Fossils, Guardians, and HeraldryGriffins are popular symbols in art and heraldry. They're also common statues outside banks and stately homes.
But what legends are associated with these mythical beasts?
Let's find out in this episode of Fabulous Folklore.
See the images or get the blog post transcript here: [https://www.icysedgwick.com/griffins-legends/](https://www.icysedgwick.com/griffins-legends/)
Get your free guide to protecting your house with folklore here: [https://www.icysedgwick.com/fab-folklore/](https://www.icysedgwick.com/fab-folklore/)
Book tickets for the Spiritualism talk with the Folklore Podcast here: [https://bit.ly/2...
2020-09-0818 minFabulous Folklore with IcyGriffins of Legend: A Tale of Fossils, Guardians, and HeraldryGriffins are popular symbols in art and heraldry. They're also common statues outside banks and stately homes.
But what legends are associated with these mythical beasts?
Let's find out in this episode of Fabulous Folklore.
See the images or get the blog post transcript here: https://www.icysedgwick.com/griffins-legends/
Get your free guide to protecting your house with folklore here: https://www.icysedgwick.com/fab-folklore/
Book tickets for the Spiritualism talk with the Folklore Podcast here: https://bit.ly/2FCegxj
Become a Patron for bonus content a...
2020-09-0518 min
Do It Or Else PodcastChallenge 48: Maker ChallengeOn this listener submitted challenge - Ryan and Dustin attempt to make 7 things in 7 days.
Learn a little about the forgotten arts & crafts competitions in the Olympics and the origins of dice used for gambling, board games and fortune telling.
Ryan & Dustin discuss the things they made throughout the week and where things came together or fell apart.
2020-08-3150 minFabulous Folklore with IcySleep Folklore: Demons, Poppies, and Saving Your SoulSleep is a mysterious process, yet it's also when we're most vulnerable. For centuries, people have developed ways to protect themselves, get a good night's sleep, and even keep others awake.
How did they do it?
Let's find out in this episode of Fabulous Folklore.
See the images or get the blog post transcript here: [https://www.icysedgwick.com/sleep-folklore/](https://www.icysedgwick.com/sleep-folklore/)
Get your free guide to protecting your house with folklore here: [https://www.icysedgwick.com/fab-folklore/](https://www.icysedgwick.com/fab-folklore/)
Book tickets for the...
2020-08-2919 minFabulous Folklore with IcySleep Folklore: Demons, Poppies, and Saving Your SoulSleep is a mysterious process, yet it's also when we're most vulnerable. For centuries, people have developed ways to protect themselves, get a good night's sleep, and even keep others awake.
How did they do it?
Let's find out in this episode of Fabulous Folklore.
See the images or get the blog post transcript here: https://www.icysedgwick.com/sleep-folklore/
Get your free guide to protecting your house with folklore here: https://www.icysedgwick.com/fab-folklore/
Book tickets for the Spiritualism talk with the Folklore Podcast here: https://bit.ly...
2020-08-2919 min
Do It Or Else PodcastChallenge 47: Experiment With Magic BerriesCortny, Ryan's lovely girlfriend, bought him some magic/miracle berries.
Miracle Berries on Amazon
Ryan & Dustin learn a little about the berry that crossed the globe from Africa, to the Phillipines to Atlanta, GA, and how they alter your tastebuds in the sweetest way possible.
Watch our taste tests on YouTube - Do It Or Else Podcast Channel
NEXT CHALLENGE:
Listener submitted challenge by listener and superhero Shaun Scruggs, "Make something new every day of the week". Check out Shaun's IG page Hound Dog Wood
2020-08-2530 minFabulous Folklore with IcyPlague Folklore: Strange Doctors, Cures, and the Black DeathFrom strange remedies involving live pigeons to supernatural theories of its cause, there is plenty of plague folklore throughout history.
How much of it is true? Let's find out in this episode of Fabulous Folklore.
See the images or get the blog post transcript here: [https://www.icysedgwick.com/plague-folklore/](https://www.icysedgwick.com/plague-folklore/)
The myth of the Charterhouse plague pit: [https://www.icysedgwick.com/charterhouse-plague-pit/](https://www.icysedgwick.com/charterhouse-plague-pit/)
Get your free copy of Harbingers here: [https://www.icysedgwick.com/harbingers](https://www.icysedgwick.com/harbingers)
Read...
2020-08-2220 minFabulous Folklore with IcyPlague Folklore: Strange Doctors, Cures, and the Black DeathFrom strange remedies involving live pigeons to supernatural theories of its cause, there is plenty of plague folklore throughout history.
How much of it is true?
Let's find out in this episode of Fabulous Folklore.
See the images or get the blog post transcript here: https://www.icysedgwick.com/plague-folklore/
The myth of the Charterhouse plague pit: https://www.icysedgwick.com/charterhouse-plague-pit/
Get your free copy of Harbingers here: https://www.icysedgwick.com/harbingers
Read 'Abandon Hope' here: https://www.icysedgwick.com/fridayflash-abandon-hope/
Book tickets f...
2020-08-2220 min
Do It Or Else PodcastChallenge 46: No Social MediaNo Social Media.
No Facebook. No Instagram. No Snapchat. No nothing that will connect you with other people when media is involved.
Learn a few "INTERESTING FACTS" about social media and what happens when you deactivated your facebook account. That full study can be found here Standord University: The Welfare Effects of Social Media
Learn about the very first social media service, a chat room called Talk-o-matic
2020-08-1852 minFabulous Folklore with IcyThe Tooth Fairy: Buying Teeth Since 1900The loss of your first tooth is a pretty important event in your life. Providing you carefully place the tooth under your pillow and leave it for the Tooth Fairy, it can also be your first experience of earning money.
But who is the Tooth Fairy, and where did she come from?
Let's meet her, and find out some folklore remedies for toothache, in this episode of Fabulous Folklore.
See the images and read the original article here: [https://folklorethursday.com/folktales/tooth-fairy-buying-teeth-since-1900/](https://folklorethursday.com/folktales/tooth-fairy-buying-teeth-since-1900/)
Read Edgar Allan Poe's...
2020-08-1617 minFabulous Folklore with IcyThe Tooth Fairy: Buying Teeth Since 1900The loss of your first tooth is a pretty important event in your life. Providing you carefully place the tooth under your pillow and leave it for the Tooth Fairy, it can also be your first experience of earning money.
But who is the Tooth Fairy, and where did she come from?
Let's meet her, and find out some folklore remedies for toothache, in this episode of Fabulous Folklore.
See the images and read the original article here: https://folklorethursday.com/folktales/tooth-fairy-buying-teeth-since-1900/
Read Edgar Allan Poe's 'Berenice': http://www.free-short-stories.o...
2020-08-1517 min
Do It Or Else PodcastChallenge 45: No TV WeekOn this challenge, Ryan and Dustin, forego TV for a week.
No netflix. No movies. No moving pictures.
Ryan discusses an intersting fact about the father of TV, Philo T Farnsworth and Dustin completely misses the point and over shares many facts about the first black classical composer.
2020-08-1046 minFabulous Folklore with IcyElf-Shot: Old English Medicine and Magical RemediesPeople often believe Old English medicine would be primitive or superstitious. Yet one remedy found in a 9th century medical text can cure MRSA.
What did people believe called illness in this era? How did their remedies work?
Let's find out in this episode of Fabulous Folklore.
See the images or get the blog post transcript here: https://www.icysedgwick.com/old-english-medicine/
Get your free guide to home protection folklore-style here: https://www.icysedgwick.com/fab-folklore
Become a Patron for bonus content at https://www.patreon.com/bePatron?u=2380595
2020-08-0821 min
Do It Or Else PodcastChallenge 44: Desperately Seeking NeowiseRyan and Dustin attempt to see the comet, Neowise, with their naked eyes during the last moments of the comet's fly-by.
Ryan interviews the comet, Neowise. It's real.
Dustin is scared of cows.
2020-08-0343 minFabulous Folklore with IcyNeed healing? You Need Aesculapius, Roman God of MedicineAesculapius was the Roman God of Healing and Medicine (Asclepius in Greece). But who is he and why is he such a fascinating figure in the study of ancient Greece and Rome?
And what does he have to do with Ophiuchus, the 'missing' 13th star sign?
Let's meet him in this episode of Fabulous Folklore.
See the images or get the blog post transcript here: [https://www.icysedgwick.com/aesculapius/](https://www.icysedgwick.com/aesculapius/)
Get your free guide to home protection folklore-style here: [https://www.icysedgwick.com/fab-folklore](https://www.icysedgwick...
2020-08-0114 minFabulous Folklore with IcyNeed healing? You Need Aesculapius, Roman God of MedicineAesculapius was the Roman God of Healing and Medicine (Asclepius in Greece).
But who is he and why is he such a fascinating figure in the study of ancient Greece and Rome?
And what does he have to do with Ophiuchus, the 'missing' 13th star sign?
Let's meet him in this episode of Fabulous Folklore.
See the images or get the blog post transcript here: https://www.icysedgwick.com/aesculapius/
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2020-08-0114 min
Do It Or Else PodcastChallenge 43: Time AnalogiesThis challenge has Ryan & Dustin learning about time and trying to come up with original ways to understand time.
How do you perceive time?
Are you early? Are you late?
If you're listening to the podcast while on your commute are you just passing the time?
Think about your own time and what you plan to do with it.
2020-07-2753 minFabulous Folklore with IcyThe Boy Who Lost His Shadow: Shadow People, Doubles, and Peter PanShadows have become associated with all things dark and dangerous. Is that fair?
And where on earth did the stories of the Shadow People come from?
We'll look at superstitions and folklore involving shadows in this episode of Fabulous Folklore.
See the images or get the blog post transcript here: [https://www.icysedgwick.com/shadows-in-folklore/](https://www.icysedgwick.com/shadows-in-folklore/)
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2020-07-2520 minFabulous Folklore with IcyThe Boy Who Lost His Shadow: Shadow People, Doubles, and Peter PanShadows have become associated with all things dark and dangerous. Is that fair?
And where on earth did the stories of the Shadow People come from?
We'll look at superstitions and folklore involving shadows in this episode of Fabulous Folklore.
See the images or get the blog post transcript here: https://www.icysedgwick.com/shadows-in-folklore/
Get your free guide to home protection folklore-style here: https://www.icysedgwick.com/fab-folklore
Become a Patron for bonus content at https://www.patreon.com/bePatron?u=2380595
Enjoyed this episode? Buy Icy a...
2020-07-2520 min
Do It Or Else PodcastChallenge 42: Belly Flop ChallengeThis episode we explore the world of professional belly flopping - aka shallow water diving.
Learn about the world record holder in shallow water diving "PROFESSOR SPLASH". You can learn more about Professor Splash by checking out his website and his amazing feats of human flight and flopping.
PROFESSOR SPLASH WEBSITE
Ryan & Dustin visit Fort Yargo State Park to flop their way to greatness. Visit the Do It Or Else Podcast - YouTube Channel to see Ryan and Dustin get hurt.
2020-07-2243 min
Do It Or Else PodcastChallenge 41: Make a Fancy DrinkOn this week's episode - Ryan and Dustin make some fancy drinks.
Mocktails and Cocktails galore!!
Learn about the history of the Olde Fashioned, Orange Julius and the Manhattan.
Listener & Super-fan, Seattle Zach submits some cocktail recipes as well.
Old Fashioned:
1/2 teaspoon sugar
3 dashes Angostura bitters
1 teaspoon water
2 ounces bourbon
Garnish: orange peel
Orange Julius:
1 cup milk (whole, 2%, or skim)
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
6-ounce can frozen orange juice concentrate
1/2 cup sugar (or sugar substitutes, check package for equivalence)
1/2 cups ice
Manhattan:
2 ounces bourbon or rye
1 ounce...
2020-07-1448 min
Do It Or Else PodcastChallenge 40: Hot Dog Eating ContestOn this episode, Ryan and Dustin, have a friendly hot dog eating contest.
On July 4th, 2020 - Joey Chestnut set a new world record at the Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest in Coney Island, NY.
Learn about the history of professional eating and the amazing feats of food from 2 of the sport's most popular masticating athletes, Joey Chestnut and Takeru Kobayashi.
Wait there's more! Bonus Mitch Hedberg jokes at the end.
2020-07-0848 min
Do It Or Else PodcastChallenge 39: 200 Tweets in a DayOn June 5th, President Trump set a personal record by tweeting and retweeting 200 times in a single day.
Ryan and Dustin, attempt to match that benchmark on Twitter with this very difficult challenge.
Ryan also shares some history on the founding of the social media giant, Twitter.
Dustin confesses that he might have COVID-19.
You can see Ryan's twitter storm at @rysedg and Dustin tweeted using the show's defunked handle @doitorelsepod1
2020-06-2955 min
Do It Or Else PodcastChallenge 38: BirdwatchingRyan and Dustin spend some time in the backyard and around their neighborhoods looking for those magical, winged creatures we call birds.
Ryan used the Birds Near Me App available for download for free.
Dustin used the National Audubon Society: Field Guide to Birds, Eastern Region available for purchase from Amazon.
2020-06-2553 min
Do It Or Else PodcastChallenge 37: Get Good at Hula HoopingThe humble hula hoop. Ryan and Dustin challenge themselves to get better at hula hooping. A classic toy from the 50's that has yet to fall out of style.
Right up top, the current unrest in America is discussed as well as the reasoning behind our delay over the past 2 weeks. If you want to get straight to the challenge - skip ahead to the 17:30 mark.
Hula hooping. We've probably all hooped at one point.
Can you win a hula hoop contest?
Can you win a hula hoop contest after a...
2020-06-1657 min
Do It Or Else PodcastChallenge 36: Write a Commencement SpeechChallenge 36: Write a Commencement Speech
On this episode, Ryan and Dustin, were challenged by listener, Zach, to write commencement speeches to all of the graduates of 2020.
Taking inspiration from those that have spoke before, the boys do their best to write commencement speeches.
Graduates, are you looking for advice from two strangers? Then you'll probably like this episode.
2020-05-2953 min
Do It Or Else PodcastChallenge 35: Detail Your CarOn this episode, the boys learn about cars and all the different ways to wash cars and clean the details.
Ryan picked this challenge because in his old age, he has really gotten into cleaning videos on YouTube. Especially The Detail Geek
The boys clean their cars and make some short videos for your viewing pleasure.
Videos are going to be posted to Do It Or Else Podcast - Instagram and Ryan's YouTube Channel
2020-05-2255 min
Do It Or Else PodcastChallenge 34: Non-Dominant Hand ChallengeRyan and Dustin try to use only their non-dominant hands this week.
Learn a little about left-handedness and what that means to the brain.
There was a "Left Hand Olympics" on Instagram live that will forever be lost to the sands of time and the memory of those few that saw it happen.
We also somehow get into "Quarantine Dreams" again and explore what may be causing them.
2020-05-1356 min
Do It Or Else PodcastChallenge 33: Predictit.org ChallengeRyan's challenge pick involves [Predict It](www.predictit.org) a pseudo-gambling website focuesd around the world of political news and events.
Ryan and Dustin invest using their own short term vs long term strategies. Who wins? Who loses?
NEXT CHALLENGE:
Use Your Non-Dominant Hand
2020-05-0450 min
Do It Or Else PodcastChallenge 32: Bad Movies In Quarantine30 Underrated Films to Revisit in Quarantine
Dustin picked this challenge. The challenge involved sitting around and watching some movies that were written up with the headline as "Unexpected Movie Masterpieces to Watch in Quarantine - Some were blasted by critics, some flopped at the box office, and all are ripe to attain cult-classic status".
Listen to us fumble through 30 movie reviews. It's awesome.
2020-04-2758 min
Do It Or Else PodcastChallenge 31: Do Some Krump DancingKrump Dancing is a modern dance that is challenging and rewarding.
Ryan and Dustin learn about the origins of Krumping. They attempt to grasp the basic steps through dance tutorial videos like an adult. A virtual dance battle takes place and Ryan absolutely destroys Dustin with his Krumping, so much so that he destroys himself.
Introduction audio clip taken from documentary available on YouTube - Dance and Human History
2020-04-1743 min
Do It Or Else PodcastChallenge 30: Write Fan FictionThis episode the boys challenge themselves to write their own fan fiction stories and share them with the world.
It's funny. It's weird. It's sexy. It's scary.
Anything can happen when it's fan ficiton.
2020-04-0854 min
Do It Or Else PodcastChallenge 29: Win a Round of "Call of Duty: Warzone"Challenge: Win a Round of "Call of Duty: Warzone"
Published by Activision, the Call of Duty franchise has changed the possibilities of first person shooter video games. Year after year, new video games are released.
Conveinently released during the peak of COVID-19 shelter in place orders across the country, the free-to-play video game, is taking the nation and the globe by storm to incredible reviews.
Ryan and Dustin talk a little about the Call of Duty franchise as well as their experiences trying to play the highly competitive and sometimes stressful video game.
2020-04-011h 02
Do It Or Else PodcastChallenge 28: Don't Use Toilet Paper (Quarantine Edition)Day 10: The world has gone crazy and everyone is worried about their butt and how to wipe it.
This week, the boys go without the paper ordained to be used only on the holiest of holies.
No Toilet Paper Challenge!!!
2020-03-2448 min
Do It Or Else PodcastChallenge 27: Don't Touch Your FaceThis week, Ryan and Dustin, go a whole week without touching their face... or at least they try to.
Ryan and Dustin speak with a Doctor of immunology (Ryan's sister-in-law), about the COVID-19 outbreak.
The boys find out, it's hard to not touch your face. Really hard. Just typing this makes me want to scratch my face.
2020-03-1844 min
Do It Or Else PodcastChallenge 26: "Sign Guy" Challenge (ft. a shameless plug)Ryan challenges Dustin to make a carboard sign and promote the podcast.
Shameless plugs... that's what this episode is all about. But when do signs go too far?
Find out on this week's episode.
2020-03-1645 min
Do It Or Else PodcastChallenge 25: The Gallon ChallengeHonoring traditions of greater men that have walked this path before, Ryan and Dustin, push their bellies to the limits.
Drinking one gallon of milk in an hour seems possible if you think about it. But then you think about it and it's a lot harder than you think.
Learn about the great milk guzzlers that came before us, learn why it's hard to drink and learn the limits of Ryan and Dustin's constitution.
2020-03-1025 min
Do It Or Else PodcastChallenge 24: Call Your GrandparentsThis challenge has the boys calling their grandparents and shooting the breeze.
We play some phone tag, get advice and laugh a good bit. This wholesome challenge will be a joy to listen to and we hope you enjoy it.
Opening music by Langhorne Slim, a musician who loves old people and wrote A SONG FOR SID - his album can be purchased here if you like his stuff The Way We Move - Langhorne Slim & The Law
Call your damn grandma!
2020-03-0249 min
Do It Or Else PodcastChallenge 23: Bake A CroissantHave you ever wanted to eat and learn about Croissants at the same time?
Well this is exactly what the boys do today.
Learn about the history of the croissant, Ryan's history as a baker and Dustin's take on this classic pastry.
This episode is fresh.
2020-02-2434 min
Do It Or Else PodcastChallenge 22: Get Tik Tok FamousDustin has to delete his followers.
Ryan finds out his house is gross and his dog is cuter than him.
Tik Tok is fun but...
2020-02-1049 min
2020-02-0334 min
Do It Or Else PodcastChallenge 20: Record The Podcast On BenadrylWe do not reccomend you try this. This is a dumb challenge.
The boys take benadryl and record the show.
Learn about the origins of benadryl and some dangers of OTC drug abuse.
2020-01-2032 min
Do It Or Else PodcastChallenge 19: Make A SloganThe last challenge of 2019, was to create a new sloagn for the podcast.
It is now 2020, the holidays are over , and Ryan and Dustin, spend some time brainstorming the future of the podcast.
We need your help!
Call in with your suggestions for the show's new slogan.
724-DO-IT-POD
We got 2 voicemails on this episode from some interesting mystery callers submitting their ideas for the show's new slogan.
IG: @doitorelsepod
2020-01-1345 min
Do It Or Else PodcastChallenge 18: Take Your Photo With SantaChallenge #18: Take Your Photo With Santa
Santa Spoilers Ahead - Don't Ruin Your Children FFS
Dustin and Ryan are on a mission to take a picture with the head honcho in charge this holiday season.
Learn about Santa and the origin of this jolly fat elf with a magic bag full of toys.
Ryan decides to visit the Braves Stadium for some reason, Dustin gets a little too personal and a little Christmas cheer is shared.
Next Challenge:
New Year's Challenge - Create a 2020 Slogan
2019-12-2437 min
Do It Or Else PodcastChallenge 17: Watch a Movie ONLY Knowing The Title - "Delicatessen"On this week's episode, the boys challenge themselves to watch a new movie knowing NOTHING about the film other than the title.
The movie watched was, "Delicatessen", from 1991 and was reccomended to us by our first guest on the show, Carlo Rojas, from the "Keep Calm and Game On" podcast.
Keep Calm and Game On Podcast
We discuss our first impressions, review the movie and the watching experience and pick a new challenge.
Next Challenge: Sit on Santa's Lap and Take a Picture
2019-12-1751 min
Do It Or Else PodcastChallenge 16: "Flip" SomethingChallenge: "Flip" Something
Ryan and Dustin each buy something with the intention of selling it online for a profit.
Ryan teaches us about the history of e-commerce. Dustin explains the difference between "mark up" and "profit margin".
Ryan: Refurbished Dinner Table
Dustin: Scrap Oak Hardwood
The winner is the seller with the highest profit percentage. It's a close decision with some drama that may cause some serious conflict between the boys.
This episode has a voicemail!
Reccomend a challenge of your own or leave a...
2019-12-0948 min
Do It Or Else PodcastChallenge 15: Drop In On A SkateboardDustin is challenging Ryan to drop in on a skateboard.
Having grown up skateboarding, Dustin thinks he can teach Ryan how to drop in on a skateboard.
Whoever said you can't teach an old dog new tricks never taught a 32 year old man how to drop in on a skateboard.
Strap in and shred your face off.
2019-11-2523 min
Do It Or Else PodcastChallenge 14: Personal Inventory ChallengeRyan and Dustin take a personal inventory journey and explore their personalities through 3 different profiles.
-Astrological
-Meyers-Briggs
-Enneagram
The boys also share their Enneagram song performed by Sleeping At Last.
Listen to your own Enneagram Songs by visiting their website!
2019-11-111h 08
2019-11-0449 min
Do It Or Else PodcastChallenge 12: US Capitals ChallengeRyan and Dustin attempt to memorize the names of the capitals of the US states.
While learning facts about our great 50 states Dustin stumbled upon an internet mystery.
Who is this kid's song by?!
Why did they produce it?!
Why does it start it off with a near miss suicide by car?
Listen Here:
This episode is not safe for children.
2019-10-2538 min
Do It Or Else PodcastChallenge 11: No Meat Week ChallengeThis week's challenge has Ryan and Dustin giving up meat for the week. No eating of animal flesh allowed.
We discuss the history and early beginnings of vegetarianism, the resource costs of our food and a dash of animal rights.
2019-10-1857 min
Do It Or Else PodcastChallenge 10: Rubik's Cube ChallengeFriend of the show JD gave us a fantastic challenge this week. He challenged us to solve the Rubik's Cube. Ryan had to go and add his own spin to the challenge by trying to solve it in 3 minutes or less.
We discuss the history of the inventor Dr Rubick, the puzzle's rise to popularity, speedcubing and the world championship challenges. Ryan share's his progress through the puzzle and Dustin vents his frustration.
CALL IN LINE:
724-DO-IT-POD
724-364-8763
Leave a voicemail, challenge idea, correction or tell Ryan how much you...
2019-10-1149 min
Do It Or Else PodcastChallenge 9: 8 Dollar DateThe boys are really going large on this episode.
Turning an $8 budget into a fun date night can be difficult but it's not as bad as the hoops people had to jump through in the 18th century if they wanted to earn the affection of their sweetheart.
This episode we challenge ourselves to spend less than $8 on a date.
2019-10-0346 min
Do It Or Else PodcastChallenge 8: Pop a WheelieRyan and Dustin try to channel their inner child and do tricks on bicycles.
We learn about Dan Canary, the inventor of the bicycle trick, "the wheelie".
We hear about how Dustin hurt his butt and how Ryan has been dizzy for waaaaay too long and should probably go see a doctor.
And a new anthem is created right before your ear holes.
2019-09-1945 min
Do It Or Else PodcastChallenge 7: Adopt Your StreetRyan and Dustin are taking it to the streets dawg.
After taking a challenge from listeners Tarin and Josh, the boys are cleaning up their act by picking up after themselves and their neighbors.
Trashy discussion topics spread rampant through this episode including scrambled channels, video games, pop culture archeaologists and the dirty history behind the modern "Adopt-a-Highway" movement in the United States.
Trash Jokes that didn't make it into episode include:
"My street looks like a garbage dump, litter ally"
"I want to be a garbage man, I...
2019-09-1254 min
Do It Or Else PodcastChallenge 6: Eat A Bowl Of Corn FlakesEnjoy the challenge and enjoy better health by eating a bowl of Corn Flakes. Specifically Kellogg's Corn Flakes.
Ryan and Dustin invite you to participate in the most intense challenge to date. Eat a bowl of corn flakes.
We learn about the founder Dr Kellogg and his interesting medical practices and theories leading up to the invention of his iconic breakfast cereal and the beginnings of the cereal industry.
2019-09-0553 min
Do It Or Else PodcastChallenge 5: Make A 60 Second FilmRyan & Dustin attempt to write, direct, shoot and edit a 60 second short film of their choice.
Dustin teaches us about the history of film and why we all should thank a horse for our favorite movie on Netflix right now.
Watch our short films on our Instagram page @doitorelsepod and also share your own video submissions.
IG - @doitorelsepod
Twitter - dead
Ryan has a youtube channel as well and you can hear his music there.
Channel Name: Sedg
2019-08-2955 min
Do It Or Else PodcastChallenge 4: 2 Minute Breath HoldRyan's challenge choice this week is to push our minds and bodies to try and hold our breath for 2 minutes.
We discuss the science of breath holding, genetic advantages of larger spleens and different tactics to improve the length of time you can hold your breath.
Join in on the challenge and let us know how you did!
DM @doitorelsepod on instagram or send us an email at doitorelsepod@gmail.com
2019-08-2250 min
Do It Or Else PodcastChallenge 3: Draw a 3 Panel ComicRyan and Dustin are at it again, this time they work their way through unique creative processes in order to write and draw a 3 panel comic... the best they can. Learn about the history of newspapers, the invention of comic strips and how we created our own strips.
Enjoy the creative struggle with us and want to see your own 3 panel comics. Send them to our social media accounts @doitorelsepod or through email at doitorelsepod@gmail.com
2019-08-1548 min
Do It Or Else PodcastChallenge 2: Cry in the RainAfter attempting a physical challenge in S1E1, Ryan and Dustin want to push themselves in fairly dramatic fashion and try to find the perfect combination of emotions and weather in order to cry in the rain.
2019-08-0848 min
Do It Or Else PodcastChallenge 1: Run 10 MilesFIRST EPISODE!
On the inaugural first episode of the, Do It Or Else Podcast, Ryan and Dustin introduce themselves, the show and their first challenge.
Challenge: Run 10 Miles (in Georgia... in the summer).
Learn about the original events at the olympics and how difficult is to try and run 10 miles in Hotlanta. And that's not just a nickname folks, it's a lifestyle.
2019-07-2949 min