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Convenience WeeklyConvenience Weekly Ep.25: Foodservice Special – What’s on the Menu at Pilot, 7-Eleven, EG America, Minuteman and More? And Vape & Chocolate in Crisis!Convenience retailing news, issues and opinions. Plus, Michael Bloom talks about the launch of Arko Corp.’s fas craves.Brought to you by NRC Realty & Capital Advisors, LLC2025-08-0133 min
The Steve Marston ShowAre you ready, Best of the Bee, Adam Holtz, we got an email, Best video on the internetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2025-07-2545 minConvenience WeeklyConvenience Weekly Ep.24: Circle K & 7-Eleven Continue to Throw Mud. 30-Store Chain Now Employee-Owned. Store Brands Continue to FlourishConvenience retailing news, issues and opinions. Plus, inside Rutter’s sports bars/lounges.Brought to you by NRC Realty & Capital Advisors, LLC2025-07-2525 minConvenience WeeklyConvenience Weekly Ep.23: What Really Happened to Circle K-7-Eleven Merger? Coffee Prices on the Rise. Whither Kellogg Cereals?Convenience retailing news, issues and opinions. Plus, The Gas Station Gourmet shares stories and draws conclusions about convenience store foodservice.Brought to you by NRC Realty & Capital Advisors, LLC2025-07-1837 minConvenience WeeklyConvenience Weekly Ep.22: Giant Eagle Sell Off Continues. The Battle to Save ‘Algorithmic’ Pricing. Economic Anxiety and Confusion.Convenience retailing news, issues and opinions. Plus, how the leader of a third-generation retail chain chose to sell.Brought to you by NRC Realty & Capital Advisors, LLC2025-07-1136 minConvenience WeeklyConvenience Weekly Ep.21: Circle K Closes on GetGo. Couche-Tard Defensive About 7-Eleven Bid? Freebies for the 4th of July!Convenience retailing news, issues and opinions. Plus, Sunoco to pioneer in-car payment for fuel and food. We find out how with Sheeva.AI and Connexus.Brought to you by NRC Realty & Capital Advisors, LLC2025-07-0434 minThe Steve Marston ShowSMS Opening Statement, if diet drinks were churches, Adam Holtz, we got an email, funny videoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2025-06-2758 min
Convenience WeeklyConvenience Weekly Ep.20: Couche-Tard Close to Deal With 7-Eleven? Sunoco/Parkland Acquisition Moves Forward. Bully! to Anheuser-Busch.Convenience retailing news, issues and opinions. Plus, how American economic and foreign policy decisions are affecting c-store markets overseas.2025-06-2720 minConvenience WeeklyConvenience Weekly Ep.19: Acquisitions in Mississippi and New Jersey, Costco’s Standalone Gas Station, Curious C-Store Menus & MoreConvenience retailing news, issues and opinions. Plus, a deep dive into the Australian c-store market.2025-06-2037 minConvenience WeeklyConvenience Weekly Ep.18: Casey’s Strong Year, 6 Chains in the Fortune 500, Alabama Backs Down on Vape Ban & Retailers Invest in Private-Label BeerConvenience retailing news, issues and opinions. Plus, Good Oil exec discusses the chain’s plans to grow across the Midwest.2025-06-1325 minThe Steve Marston ShowSMS Never too old to be a pastor, Jason Curry, D-day speech by Charles Durning, Adam Holtz, Funny videoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2025-06-0645 minConvenience WeeklyConvenience Weekly Ep.17: An Overdue M&A Update, Watch for RaceTrac to Boom & Have EVs Peaked?Convenience retailing news, issues and opinions. Plus, restaurants leave the door open for c-stores & how independent CPGs are coping with tariffs.2025-06-0624 minThe Steve Marston ShowSMS Opening statement with Alister Begg clip, Tyler Marston, Gripes, Adam Holtz, Good news StorySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2025-05-3058 minConvenience WeeklyConvenience Weekly Ep.16: Exploring the Show Floor at the National Restaurant ShowEquipment technology, menu innovation, surprising ingredients and robots! So many robots!2025-05-3034 minConvenience WeeklyConvenience Weekly Ep.15: So Long, Penny!, Restaurant Show Trends & Challenging Trump’s EV Executive OrderConvenience retailing news, issues and opinions. Plus, making hay with the 45 million consumers on the road this weekend! And check out my interview on NACS' Convenience Matters podcast here: https://conveniencematters.com/episode/493-road-trip-destination2025-05-2330 min
Convenience MattersMake Your C-Store a Road Trip DestinationHear how retailers can grow sales through effective marketing, merchandising and planning that makes their stores the ultimate destination for road trippers. Hosted by: Jeff Lenard About our Guest: Steve Holtz, President, Holtz Media Consulting Steve is a veteran c-store journalist with 25 years in the industry. He is currently president of Holtz Media Consulting.2025-05-1931 minConvenience WeeklyConvenience Weekly Ep.14: Earnings Reports–Ouch!, Consumer Sentiment & a Curious New Snack CrossoverConvenience retailing news, issues and opinions. Plus, Memorial Day travel forecasts and the shortest episode ever! And check out my interview on NACS' Convenience Matters podcast here: https://conveniencematters.com/episode/493-road-trip-destination2025-05-1610 minConvenience WeeklyConvenience Weekly Ep.13: A Remapping of the C-Store Landscape, the Parkland Corp. Selloff & Dramatic Changes at EG GroupConvenience retailing news, issues and opinions. Plus, the owner of Wall Drug Store on prepping for road-trip season. For more on road-trip preparation, check out my interview on NACS' Convenience Matters podcast here: https://conveniencematters.com/episode/493-road-trip-destination2025-05-0925 minConvenience WeeklyConvenience Weekly: Ep.12: 7-Eleven/Circle K Nondisclosure Agreement, Oreo’s New Flavor & Tariffs, Tariffs, Tariffs!Convenience retailing news, issues and opinions. Plus, economist Dr. Thomas Weinandy on the likelihood of a recession.2025-05-0232 minConvenience WeeklyConvenience Weekly Ep.11: Another View on Yearend Sales, Off-Premise Foodservice Booms & Loyalty Drives Check SizeConvenience retailing news, issues and opinions. Plus, Tom Kloza on what's next for oil prices?#ConvenienceWeekly2025-04-2528 minConvenience WeeklyConvenience Weekly Ep.10: The Year in Foodservice Sales, a Shakeup at Parkland & BP's Private-Label RolloutConvenience retailing news, issues and opinions. Plus, a very special consumer panel.2025-04-1833 minConvenience WeeklyConvenience Weekly Ep.9: 2024 Industry Sales, 7-Eleven's Lackluster Year & the Best of April FoolsConvenience retailing news, issues and opinions. Plus, a deep dive into GetGo's training and retention program.2025-04-1129 minConvenience WeeklyConvenience Weekly Ep.8: 2024 Industry Sales, 7-Eleven/Circle K Update & Family Dollar Gets a New HomeConvenience retailing news, issues and opinions. Plus, get the deets on how CITGO is expanding to the west and the status of its EV efforts.2025-03-2832 minConvenience WeeklyConvenience Weekly Ep.7: Couche-Tard's Earnings, M&A Forecast & Record Credit-Card FeesConvenience retailing news, issues and opinions. Plus, Gus Olympidis' "perpetual quest" to do business a little bit better.2025-03-2134 minConvenience WeeklyConvenience Weekly Ep.6: Major Retail Selloffs, Pizza's Day in the Sun & Tracking the Hoagie HunterConvenience retailing news, issues and opinions. Plus, Arie Kotler on GPM Investment's dealer initiative and new-store growth.2025-03-1426 minConvenience WeeklyConvenience Weekly Ep.5: The 7-Eleven Saga, OXXO Rebranding & Building a BrandConvenience retailing news, issues and opinions. Plus, Tiffany Fraley on her introduction to c-stores and building The Gas Spot retail brand.2025-03-0735 minThe Steve Marston ShowSMS Politicians Favorite Bible Verses, Bob Lepine, World Help, Adam Holtz, Friday ReccomendationsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2025-02-2858 minConvenience WeeklyConvenience Weekly Ep.4: Industry Optimism, M&A Update & Tackling TurnoverConvenience retailing news, issues and opinions. Plus, Tackling Turnover with Tom Hart of Ready Training Online.2025-02-2834 min
FIR InterviewsSteve Rubel on AI, Media Analytics, and the Future of PRFor nearly 20 years, Steve Rubel was a key figure at the global public relations and marketing consultancy firm Edelman, shaping its approach to media strategy and digital communication. A pioneer in blogging and digital PR from the early 2000s, Steve has long been at the forefront of emerging media trends, helping businesses navigate the ever-evolving landscape of content, journalism, and corporate communication.
In December 2024, Steve’s journey at Edelman came to an unexpected close when he was affected by a reduction in force at the agency. He has embraced the transition as an opportunity to reconnect with in...2025-02-2640 min
For Immediate Release PodcastFIR Interview: Steve Rubel on AI, Media Analytics, and the Future of PRIn this FIR Interview, Steve joins Neville Hobson and Shel Holtz - for the fifth time in an FIR Interview - to discuss the role of AI in modern communication, how data-driven storytelling is transforming PR, and why agencies must adapt to survive in an AI-driven industry.2025-02-2640 minConvenience WeeklyConvenience Weekly Ep.3: Retailer Tony Miller's New GigConvenience retailing news, issues and opinions. Plus, retailer Tony Miller announces his retirement from Delek US and his new role at W. Capra. Also, the state of M&A in the industry.2025-02-2024 minConvenience WeeklyConvenience Weekly Episode 2: What's Next for EV Charging After NEVI?Convenience retailing news, issues and opinions. Plus, President Trump has canceled the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) grant program. Ryan McKinnon of the Charge Ahead Partnership discusses what that means for convenience retailers' plans to develop EV charging networks and what's next for the industry.2025-02-1436 minThe Steve Marston ShowSMS Chatter Time, Adam Holtz, Friday ReccomendationsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2025-02-0758 minConvenience WeeklyConvenience Weekly Episode 1: Industry Store Count w/ Jeff LenardWelcome to Convenience Store Weekly! :) News, issues and interviews about convenience stores. Today: What does the newly released industry store count mean to the channel? Featuring Jeff Lenard of NACS. 2025-02-0732 minConvenience WeeklyConvenience Weekly-Promo2025-02-0600 min
For Immediate ReleaseFIR #443: From RSS to ChatGPT -- FIR's 20-Year Tech Communications ChronicleFor Immediate Release launched on January 3, 2005. Episode #1 explained what podcasting is, then looked at the role blogs played in the tsunami tragedy in Asia. On our 20th anniversary, Neville and Shel recall FIR’s origins and the many changes the show has undergone in two decades, some significant milestones, memorable moments, some of the challenges we have faced over the years, and other recollections. We will return to our normal programming next week.
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FIR Episode #1
First mention of podcasting for business (Rex Hammock) in September 2024
FIR Interview: Michael Whiley at GM on th...2025-01-0352 min
CullyHusky Talk- Dave SchumanHusky Talk is becoming the best podcast for all UConn alumni athletes and our listenership is continuing to rise each episode. If you want to be a sponsor or advertise with us, DM or email me at Scully7958@gmail.com. We have several packages now available.
Thank you to Matthew Nuzie, Geoff Heyl, ACI, Jeff Larson, Kyle Muncy, Erika Higgins, and Tommy Collins for their generous donations which helped launch our popular podcast.
Our guest is former UConn Linebacker David Schuman. He shares his amazing journey to UConn and stories from his playing days. After...2024-06-211h 41
CullyHusky Talk- Phil Hunt
A new episode of Husky Talk, coming all the way from North Dakota, former UConn football defensive back Phil Hunt. Husky Talk continues to grow, and we are having outstanding guests each week. Phil shared his journey, along with breaking news at the end of the episode that Husky fans will be thrilled to hear.
Phil is from New Jersey and started playing football a little bit later than most kids. He was a dynamic athlete with incredible speed and a state champion running track in the 110 hurdles. Phil made a decision in 8th grade that he...2024-06-161h 11
CullyHusky Talk- Chad Pens
Husky Talk is exploding, thank you for listening. A special thank you to Matt Nuzie, who has been the best REMAX real estate agent 8 years running. Thank you Geoff Heyl for donating, as well as Tommy Collins. Thank you, Kyle Muncy for donating despite me constantly asking if the media needed me and you let me down easy. Sean Rabinowitz, thank you for donating and we will be talking Rugby, and more importantly the Rugby house at UConn on Friday. We are grateful for all the support and contributions allow us to record more episodes. Anyone interested in donating...2024-05-2858 min
CullyHusky Talk- Coach Andy BaylockCoach Andy Baylock, one of the most requested guests from our listeners, joins us for Husky Talk. Co-Host Mr. Wells was available and I knew we would have a special episode.
Having two Octogenarian's who are more active and have 10X the energy that I do, I was more excited listening to them interact than actually hosting. Coach B shares his history from New Britian, attending Central Connecticut State, being a graduate assistant at Michigan State before joining a legendary UConn football staff in the 1960's. Lou Holtz, Sam Rutigliano were coaching, along with others who went...2024-05-231h 03
CullyHusky Talk- Carl Bond AKA SHANK
Husky Talk is taking off and becoming a home for UConn Alumni to share their stories and show our success off the field. Anyone who would like to contribute, we are now accepting donations. This allows me an opportunity to do more shows. We want to hear from UConn football players from as many generations as possible. To donate, please Venmo @Husky-Talk, last 4 digits of my phone number 9729. With your donation, we will promote you, and your business during the show. I am beyond grateful for everyone's support. We are scheduling future episodes DM or comment if you are...2024-05-201h 24
CullyHusky Talk- Laban MarshFormer UConn star Defensive Back and teammate Laban Marsh is our guest for Husky Talk. An episode that turned into a learning experience for me, Laban truly stole the show.
From Pennsylvania, he was a dynamic athlete from an early age. Running track and also competing as a pole vaulter, he achieved many accolades. A mentor in his life met with Laban and his parents to explain while he was great at track, his best opportunity to receive a college scholarship was in football.
Laban said there is no secret to success, it's all about hard work, believing in yourself...2024-05-122h 01
CullyHusky Talk- The Jedi with The CaptainOur newest edition of Husky Talk on the podcast with guests Courtney Williams and Dennis Callaghan who were both fierce competitors on the offensive line.
Starting with Courtney, originally a walk on and came to UConn after graduation for summer school which was a requirement for admission. He ended up joining the team and learning the game as a scout team player.
Dennis was from Michigan and UConn was not even on his radar. He expected to attend a MAC school before he was won over by the Huskies and made his way to Storrs.2024-05-021h 11
CullyUConn MadnessThree heavy hitters join the podcast this week for a crazy episode. Tommy Collins is back and starts off the show by reminding everyone I am in the Guinness Book Of World Records for having the .... Former UConn All Conference Linebacker/Defensive End Jamar Wilkens makes his first appearance. Former UConn basketball player and also having the pleasure of being my former college roommate, Michael Woodward also joins in.
Of course, we start by talking about UConn basketball winning the National Championship. Tommy believes that there is too much money in college football UConn is missing out...2024-04-182h 12
Whitworth Pirate PodcastHoltz's Hawaii return, Driggs senior season, Tiumalu's transition to trackIn this episode of the Whitworth Pirate Podcast, Bud talks with basketball with Jake Holtz and Dawson Driggs before catching up with Renee Tiumalu about track and field.
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At Your ConvenienceErin Graziosi of Robinson Oil in ‘the Hot Seat’Earlier this fall, CSP brought five convenience-store executives to the general session stage during our annual Outlook Leadership Conference in a session we titled C-Suite in the Hot Seat. During the session, CSP’s Mitch Morrison, vice president of retailer relations, and Editor-in-Chief Steve Holtz peppered each executive with a series of questions about themselves and what’s new in their businesses.
In this episode of “At Your Convenience,” Erin Graziosi talks with Morrison about her rise to president of Robinson Oil Corp., Santa Clara, California, and the challenges of operating in the most regulated state in the country.2023-11-2808 minAt Your ConvenienceMoving Distribution ForwardTwo years ago, the pandemic shook up the supply chain like never before. Today, distributor McLane Co. is re-establishing itself with new technology, foodservice and a revamped trade show.
CSP Editor-in-Chief Steve Holtz discusses the distributor’s culture of continuous improvement and the state of distribution with McLane Grocery President Chris Smith.2023-11-0214 min
Michigan PodcastCoach Holtz Is Right: Ryan Day Is SOFT | Michigan Podcast #243Deace reacts to Ryan Day's outburst after the Notre Dame game.2023-09-2713 minAt Your ConvenienceDon Rhoads Reflects on His Year as Chairman of NACSAs the 2023 NACS Show approaches, CSP Editor-in-Chief Steve Holtz connects with the outgoing chairman of NACS, Don Rhoads, CEO of Convenience Group LLC, about the state of the industry and his year at the helm of the convenience-store association. “I think that once we get to October I’ll look back and [conclude this year] has been one of the top activities that I’ve been involved in,” he said.
“At Your Convenience” brings industry experts and analysts together with CSP editors to discuss the latest in c-store news and trends. From mergers and acquisitions to foodservice and technology, the p...2023-09-2610 min
The Coach JB ShowOREGON STOMPS PRIME'S BUFFS! | RYAN DAY CALLS OUT LOU HOLTZ | THE COACH JB SHOW WITH BIG SMITTYIt's Eric Weddle Monday on The Coach JB Show with Big Smitty as Matt McChesney joins us to discuss Prime's Buffs getting stomped by Oregon, and Ryan Day calling out Lou Holtz! Plus another mid NFL weekend, and horrible QB Play! Don't miss this one! Agree or Disagree? Leave comments & share this video please! Coach Jason Brown is the star of the hit Netflix series "Last Chance U", master motivator, and legendary JUCO football coach!! Darnell Smith Fox Sports very own, Ball State Alum, and Nap towns finest joins me daily to co-host this real & uncut show! Darnell Smith...2023-09-253h 08
Chin MusicBlake Mitchell: Playing for Lou Holtz & Steve Spurrier, being a Father and the Pressure of being a Starting Quarterback in the SECSend us a textOn Episode 4 of Chin Music, the crew welcomes Blake Mitchell, the starting quarterback of the South Carolina Gamecocks from 2004-2007. He talks the differences between playing for Lou Holtz and Steve Spurrier. Along with the pressures of being a starting quarterback in the SEC, and more!Guest: Blake MitchellHosts: Chad Holbrook, Scottie Frier, and Colin MorrisProducer: Colin MorrisFollow us on Instagram @ChinMusicSC2023-08-311h 09At Your ConvenienceJim Rose of Pilot Co. in ‘the Hot Seat’This month, CSP brought five convenience-store executives to the general session stage during our annual Outlook Leadership Conference in a session we titled C-Suite in the Hot Seat. During the session, CSP’s Mitch Morrison, vice president of retailer relations, and Editor-in-Chief Steve Holtz got to pepper each executive with a series of questions about themselves and what’s new in their businesses.
“At Your Convenience” will present each retailer’s time in the hot seat in a series of podcasts, beginning today with Jim Rose, the vice president of operations for the Pilot Co, Knoxville, Tennessee.2023-08-2207 minAt Your ConvenienceInvesting in a Flagship StoreEnergy North’s Haffner’s chain added a new flagship store in Lawrence, Massachusetts in May, featuring convenience items, gasoline, a car wash and a unique take on foodservice.
In this "At Your Convenience" podcast, CSP Editor-in-Chief Steve Holtz talks with CEO Jeff Black about how the chain embraced community history and relationships to create a unique c-store model.
“At Your Convenience” brings industry experts and analysts together with CSP editors to discuss the latest in c-store news and trends. From mergers and acquisitions to foodservice and technology, the podcast delivers the story straight to listeners in sh...2023-07-2516 minAt Your ConvenienceBuilding a Retail BrandAs the convenience-stores industry goes through a remarkable period of mergers and acquisitions, private label is having a moment—two issues creating opportunities for retailers.
In this "At Your Convenience" podcast, CSP Editor-in-Chief Steve Holtz talks with branding expert Todd Maute, a partner at CBX, about building a retail brand and expanding it to private-label products.
“At Your Convenience” brings industry experts and analysts together with CSP editors to discuss the latest in c-store news and trends. From mergers and acquisitions to foodservice and technology, the podcast delivers the story straight to listeners in short-format episodes, pe...2023-06-1326 minAt Your ConvenienceThe State of FoodserviceRetailers are remarkably optimistic about the opportunities for foodservice growth in convenience stores. CSP’s annual State of Foodservice survey shows 73% of retailers expect improvement this year.
In this At Your Convenience podcast, CSP Editor-in-Chief Steve Holtz talks through the survey results with Foodservice Editor Chuck Ulie.
“At Your Convenience” brings industry experts and analysts together with CSP editors to discuss the latest in c-store news and trends. From mergers and acquisitions to foodservice and technology, the podcast delivers the story straight to listeners in short-format episodes, perfect for the morning commute or a quick break at the of2023-05-0913 min
Project RedemptionHearing God's Voice with Joann Wittler
Tune in to the Project Redemption Podcast where Joann Wittler tells her story of hearing God’s voice which was the beginning of a ministry for kids longing for love. Joann Wittler loves sunshine but lives in the least sunny part of Washington State. A native of Seattle, Joann grew up in Tacoma and Puyallup, where she met her husband, Steve. They have a blended family, which has taught them the power of unconditional love, especially when raising teenagers. This patience served its purpose when they started Mother 2 Many, a nonprofit outreach for homeless teens, in January 2013. Sh...2023-04-2622 minAt Your Convenience2022 C-Store Sales ReviewThe April issue of CSP magazine serves as the convenience-store industry’s Category Management Handbook, providing year-end sales data from IRI/Circana, Technomic, McLane Co. and others to paint a picture of what’s selling in c-stores today, and where the industry’s biggest product segments are heading.
In this At Your Convenience podcast, CSP Editor-in-Chief Steve Holtz talks through data collected for the issue with editors Hannah Hammond, Rachel Gignac and Chuck Ulie.
“At Your Convenience” brings industry experts and analysts together with CSP editors to discuss the latest in c-store news and trends. From mergers and...2023-04-2520 min
Rock Paper PodcastEpisode 1026 - Riley Holtz & The Lost Cause (Singer Songwriter/Country)I caught up with singer songwriter Riley Holtz & multi-intrumentalist Nathan Sickmeier of Riley Holtz & The Lost Cause to get to know a little more about their story. We talk about up their upcoming album and play a couple live acoustic. Riley shares some stories of behind the songs, growing up, singing on cruise ships & much more. On this episode you'll hear: Movin On (live acoustic) Home Josey's Ring (live acoustic) Find more Riley Holtz & The Lost Cause on your favorite streaming app. Be sure to follow along with them on Instagram! See them LI...2023-03-1655 min
At Your ConveniencePodcast: Driving Traffic From Fuel Island to StoreIt’s no secret driving customers from the gasoline pump into the store is one of the most studied challenges in operating a convenience store with fuel island. For 18 years, Gas Station TV (GSTV) has put brand stories on the pump to aid retailers in driving customers into the store and consumer brands in sharing a message where their products are readily available.
In this episode of At Your Convenience, CSP Editor-in-Chief Steve Holtz talks to GSTV CEO Sean McCaffrey about getting customers in the door and recent product promotions.
“At Your Convenience” brings industry expert...2023-02-2818 minAt Your ConveniencePodcast: The Voice of Experience“Please don’t call me a bean counter.”
With that statement, Don Bassell is ready to exit the convenience-store industry with plans to retire at the end of this year. After 42 years mostly on the financial side of the business and with companies as varied as Tenneco Oil, Amoco, Mid-Atlantic Convenience Stores and GPM Investments, Bassell has seen the industry evolve from a gasoline marketer to the food-focused retailer of today.
In this episode of At Your Convenience, CSP Editor-in-Chief Steve Holtz reviews career highlights and industry insights with Bassell.2023-01-3122 min
Bird Fans 4 Ever PodcastBird Fans 4 Ever Episode 25 Brandon HoltzBird Fans 4 Ever – Episode 25 – our guest #RB4L Brandon Holtz, 2005 – 09, discusses his recruitment to ISU, playing on two NIT teams, having a brother play for @Redbird_MBB , and how he ACED life after graduation.
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Redeemed and Restored with Athena Dean HoltzOnly if God Says So with Karen Mercer
Welcome to today’s episode of the All Things podcast. I am excited to introduce to you new Redemption Press Author, Karen Mercer and her new book, Only if God Says So.
For fifty-four years, Karen Black Mercer has been a warrior against abortion, starting in the late sixties to prevent abortion on demand. She has worked with crisis pregnancy centers, done post-abortion counseling, opened a maternity home and joined Operation Rescue. She has been pushed, spit on, handcuffed, beaten, injured by nunchuckus, shackled, arrested twenty-four times, written up sixty-three times for injunction violations, and received a mafia deat...2023-01-2530 minProject RedemptionOnly if God Says So with Karen Mercer
Welcome to today’s episode of the All Things podcast. I am excited to introduce to you new Redemption Press Author, Karen Mercer and her new book, Only if God Says So.
For fifty-four years, Karen Black Mercer has been a warrior against abortion, starting in the late sixties to prevent abortion on demand. She has worked with crisis pregnancy centers, done post-abortion counseling, opened a maternity home and joined Operation Rescue. She has been pushed, spit on, handcuffed, beaten, injured by nunchuckus, shackled, arrested twenty-four times, written up sixty-three times for injunction violations, and received a mafia deat...2023-01-2530 minAt Your ConveniencePodcast: Rebuilding Retail Human ResourcesDeb Moore calls them “sticky tools,” the hiring and retention policies and programs that allow Nouria Energy to “really hook [applicants] in and talk to them about our opportunities here, [to] think of our company as somewhere where they can grow.”
In this episode of At Your Convenience, CSP Editor in Chief Steve Holtz talks through how Moore, part of CSP’s 2023 Power 20, rebuilt the human-resource department with the Worcester, Massachusetts-based retailer and addressed store staffing.
Nouria Energy is No. 47 on CSP’s 2022 Top 202 ranking of U.S. c-store chains by number of company-owned retail outlets.
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Another Rep with Coach Steve HagenSeason 6, Episode 57 Coach Mike Markuson coaching with Coach Prime at JacksonCoach Mike Markusson has been coaching football for 40 years. We first met at Notre Dame in 1989 while working for Coach Lou Holtz and playing for a National Championship. Coach Mike loves Jesus, loves his family, and loves coaching football. Let's go get Another Rep with Coach Mike. Let's GOOOOO!!!!2022-12-0533 min
At Your ConveniencePodcast: Retailer RealityCHICAGO — In this episode of “At Your Convenience,” CSP Editor-in-Chief Steve Holtz talks through the results of the 2022 Outlook Survey and the future of convenience stores with Editor Chuck Ulie.
How are business conditions? What do retailers expect in 2023? Is the labor market improving? Retailers reveal talk through the best and the worst of the market.
“At Your Convenience” brings industry experts and analysts together with CSP editors to discuss the latest in c-store news and trends. From mergers and acquisitions to foodservice and technology, the podcast delivers the story straight to listeners in short-format episodes, perf...2022-11-2212 min
SP Real SimpleToo Far Steve with Paul Holtz #10Too far Steve has Paul Holtz in the studio and talks about his first time meeting Steve, traveling in the Marines, climbing mountains and a little football talk.2022-09-231h 00
Aaron Torres Sports PodcastWhat we'll learn in Week 1 of the CFB season, Jim Harbaugh goes biblical + Lou Holtz crushes Brian KellyOn today's show, Aaron discusses the 10 things we'll learn in Week 1 of the college football season, including thoughts on Ohio State, Georgia, LSU and more. Then he discusses Jim Harbaugh's strange comments on the his QB situation (and why it's a good thing for Michigan) and Lou Holtz going after Brian Kelly. Here's a full rundown:What we'll learn Week 1 in college football - Part I (2:00): Aaron opens the show by discussing what we'll learn by the end of college football's Week 1. He explains why Ohio State's defense is on the clock, the Pac-12...2022-08-3159 minAt Your ConveniencePodcast: A Retailer’s Experience Opening His 1st StoreWhen independent retailer Numan Dharani opened Abbott’s Travel Center in Abbott, Texas, in September, he purposely aimed to offer “items not typically offered at convenience.”
The result is a large store that takes advantage of its location and a collection of products intended to keep customers engaged and interested in coming back.
In this episode of “At Your Convenience,” CSP Content Director Steve Holtz talks to Dharani, one of CSP’s 2022 Indie Influencers, about how he was drawn into convenience retailing, his experience opening his first store and what’s next.
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At Your ConveniencePodcast: Now Serving Data, Retailers’ 2022 Foodservice MindsetCHICAGO — How do convenience-store retailers feel about foodservice in 2022 and beyond and where are they investing? CSP Content Director Steve Holtz talks with Chuck Ulie, CSP’s foodservice editor, about data from the annual State of the Foodservice retailer survey, in this episode of “At Your Convenience.”
The podcast also touches on segments where retailers expect growth, areas that might be losing their luster and the labor crisis.
“At Your Convenience” brings industry experts and analysts together with CSP editors to discuss the latest in c-store news and trends. From mergers and acquisitions to foodservice and technolog...2022-05-1013 minAt Your ConveniencePodcast: The Year in Convenience StoresIn this episode of “At Your Convenience,” CSP Editor Steve Holtz talks through the high and lows of 2021 sales and trends as the industry enters the second quarter of 2022.2022-03-2916 minAt Your ConveniencePodcast: 2021 in ReviewFrom grappling with delivery to closing the largest deal in the history of U.S. convenience stores, 2021 was a momentous year.
Join CSP editors Steve Holtz, Greg Lindenberg, Jackson Lewis and Chuck Ulie in a review of the major category trends from 2021 and trends they predict in the year ahead.2021-12-1431 min
Own ItHow To Have Everything You Want In Life — and other top producer insights with Steve RockefellerSteve Rockefeller, SVP Business Development Manager with George Mason Mortgage, joins us with top producer hacks tied to his life mantra:“You can have everything you want in life if you will just help other people get what they want.” — Ziglar Connect with Steve: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rockefeller-steve-aaa6437#1 ... what’s worked the best in maximizing your impact with your team, clients and community?Steve says, “It’s a privilege to get to do what I do”. A privilege! Always remember that we eat what we kill, and never take our competition for granted. Lou Holtz: do right by everyone, do e...2021-11-0430 minAt Your ConveniencePodcast: Designing Standout StoresNo convenience store is “just a store” as far as Mike Lawshe is concerned.
Join Lawshe, president and CEO of Paragon Solutions, a store design firm based in Fort Worth, Texas, along with Steve Holtz, content director for CSP, as they discuss how retailers can differentiate their brands through modern design choices.2021-09-2821 minAt Your ConveniencePodcast: The State of Snacks and Candy in 2021Learn how the snacks and candy category fared in 2020 and what lies ahead in 2021 in this episode of “At Your Convenience.”
Join Abbey Lewis, vice president of content for Winsight, and Steve Holtz, content director for CSP and snacks and candy subject matter expert, as they peel back and analyze scan data from IRI.2021-05-2508 min
Eagle Eye In The Sky PodcastEESP 332: Steve Sarkisian and Skip HoltzFran Duffy catches up with a pair of coaches who know the newest Eagles very well. Steve Sarkisian coached both DeVonta Smith and Landon Dickerson at Alabama before moving on to Texas and Skip Holtz knows everything about Milton Williams; both coaches share their insight with Fran on the podcast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2021-05-1023 minAt Your ConvenienceHow Pilot is Changing Its Store ExperienceHear firsthand from Pilot Co. executives on how the Knoxville, Tenn.-based company is creating rewarding customer experiences around foodservice and technology. Listen as Steve Holtz, content director for CSP, peels back the layers of Pilot’s strategy.2021-02-0906 min
The Ryan Holtz Show: Health, Society & Culture & Inspirational EntrepreneurshipEp 114: Kevin O’Leary From Shark Tank Talks Financial Literacy, Beanstox, Shark Tank & The Need For More Opportunities For Underserved CommunitiesMR Wonderful aka The Shark Kevin O’Leary himself stopped by the show to chat about so many great timely and valuable topics! I have always been a huge admirer of Kevin and his work. The attribute I love most about him is his no BS attitude. We need that in this world! We talked about his investing app Beanstox, Shark Tank, and the importance of ownership in the black community, but also every underserved community. We also chatted about some of Kevin’s more personal side and what really got him to the massive success that he is toda...2020-11-0357 min
For Immediate Release PodcastEE Voice Episode 48with Steve Crescenzo2020-09-1234 min
Total Movie RecallTMR 034 – The Cable Guy This week on Total Movie Recall, Steve and Ryan light a candle for all the former child stars doing porn and robbing gas stations and lament the end of trashy 90s television — the genital warts of American society. We watched The Cable Guy and discovered that Americans would rather have their comedic heroes talking out of their rectums than critiquing our dumb media consumption. Put on your Doc Martens and pop in your Mazzy Star mix CD because we go back to a morally murky time — the 1990s. The Cable Guy (1996) d. Ben Stil...2020-08-1700 min
For Immediate Release PodcastThought Leader Life #476Guest Steve Sapato2020-07-0207 minFor Immediate Release PodcastThought Leader Life #224Guest Steve Rosenbaum2019-12-1809 min
WinsightFinding a Balance Between Niche and Classic BeveragesSteve Holtz, CSP’s content director, talks with Category Manager Terry Messmer of Twice Daily convenience stores, a division of Tri Star Energy LLC, Nashville, about how he’s trying to achieve a balance between niche and classic beverages.2019-10-0808 min
For Immediate Release PodcastCWC 37: Transparency in the agency business (featuring Steve Parker, Jr.)Steve Parker, Jr. brings extensive digital marketing and business experience as CEO and co-founder of Levelwing. He is an industry leader, trendsetter, and occasional provocateur. In this episode of Chats with Chip, Steve discusses his recent video Uncommon Transparency, and how internal and external transparency will benefit all agency relationships. He explores his own experiences and why he chose to produce a series of videos examining Levelwing's values. The discussion will provide agency owners a lot of food for though in how they interact with clients and their own teams.2019-09-1630 min
The Brass JunkiesTBJ99: Tom Holtz on jazz tuba, playing in The Marine Band and how to find your own voiceTom Holtz is a former member of “The President’s Own” United States Marine Band in Washington, DC. During his career with the Marine Band, Tom served as a soloist, an arranger, and as a concert moderator. He also performed with the United States Coast Guard Band in New London, CT, and was featured as a soloist twice with the Army Blues, from Ft. Myer, VA. He retired from active duty in 2012, after more than 21 years of service. Tom currently works for the Department of Veterans Affairs as the office manager of the Dundalk Vet Center, part of the VA Mar...2018-11-271h 02
DYB PodcastEP42: Business Runs in the Family — Rick Holtz of HJ Holtz & SonsSUMMARY: In this episode of DYB, Steve shares the mic with Rick Holtz; Owner & Operator of HJ Holtz & Sons in Richmond, Virginia. As a multi-generational family business, HJ Holtz & Sons started in the early 1900’s by Rick’s grandfather. As Rick grew up, he eventually inherited the business and ran with it. As HJ Holtz & Sons grew, however, there were multiple snags Rick ran into. Enjoy this episode as both dissect ways to prevent others from tripping up while transitioning from small family business to a large business. 2018-09-2434 min
DYB PodcastEP36: Highlights from 2018 AST from the DYB Coach TeamEP36: Highlights from 2018 AST from the DYB Coach Team SUMMARY: In this episode of the DYB Podcast, The DYB Team including Steve, Ron Ramsden, Scott Lollar, Dalton Tomlinson, and Nadia Burnett, discuss highlights and favorite moments from the AST conference this year. You’ll be able to hear all about the panels and speakers, including talks from famed DYB members! Enjoy this episode as we step into the shoes of AST attendees this year. ----------------- WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: -What’s in store for the future of p...2018-08-1552 min
WTIP Boundary Waters PodcastEpisode 6 WTIP Boundary Waters PodcastJune is often the gateway for trips that can last for weeks in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. Ann and Steve Holtz take that theme to a different level, including a 100-day trip they completed without a resupply of gear or food. Heading into the 2018 paddling season, Ann and Steve have spent some 775 days camping in the Boundary Waters. In this episode, we hear their stories and love of the wilderness.
In part two, we hear about a new lightweight camp stove that was created at a campsite in the Boundary Waters. Now officially called the Voyageur Stove, we...2018-06-081h 01
RedemptionCast – An Angel IntrocastEpisode 3.20 – A New WorldVincent joins Robin, Steph, Alirio, Kim, and GABBY to talk about Season 3, Episode 20 of Angel the series, A New World! Robin Hood? Heroin! STEVE HOLTZ! Holy crap, is Gabby really here?!? Our website: http://www.redemptioncast.wordpress.com Email: redemptioncast@gmail.com Twitter: @redemptioncast Join our discussion group: facebook.com/groups/potentialcast DOWNLOAD IT OLD SCHOOL2017-03-1500 min
Radiation IslandEpisode 020 - Operation Enslavement Boot ProtocolOperation Enslavement Boot Protocol commences this week. Here is how the rest of this weeks card stacks up: Christopher Conatser: Feel threatened, explains "Whaling" Steve Poggi: Childhood Hamper Prison Timothy Pizza: Dog Boner Bart Screaming Ethan Albers: Posions himself on two separate occasions Keith D'Souza: Dead Nanny Play Time Jonathan Moore: WWF > WCW Pam Benjamin: Breaks up with Jews, Fakes Abortion Kollin Holtz: Deals out some hot action on "The Radiation Burning Five" Shelly Strebel:Takes the Burning Five, and goes d...2016-08-152h 01RedemptionCast – An Angel IntrocastEpisode 3.10 – DadRobin, Steph, Alirio and Kim got together to talk about Season 3, Episode 10 of Angel the series, Dad. Who’s a crying, annoying baby??? Teddy!!!!! Fast food will kill you! STEVE HOLTZ! Our website: http://www.redemptioncast.wordpress.com Email: redemptioncast@gmail.com Twitter: @redemptioncast Join our discussion group: facebook.com/groups/potentialcast DOWNLOAD IT OLD SCHOOL2016-07-1400 minRedemptionCast – An Angel IntrocastEpisode 3.09 – LullabyRobin, Steph, Alirio and Kim welcome Matt from Hooplecast to talk about Season 3, Episode 9 of Angel the series, Lullaby. DARLA??? NOOOOO!!!! Piss alley! STEVE HOLTZ! Our website: http://www.redemptioncast.wordpress.com Email: redemptioncast@gmail.com Twitter: @redemptioncast Join our discussion group: facebook.com/groups/potentialcast DOWNLOAD IT OLD SCHOOL2016-05-0300 min
Combinatorics and Statistical MechanicsOn polynomials arising from zonotopal algebraHoltz, OV (Berkeley)
Wednesday 23 January 2008, 15:30-16:00
Zeros of Graph Polynomials2008-02-0638 min
The Lubetkin Media CompaniesLOBP #8: Interview with Garrett Graff, editor of FishBowlDC blogLubetkin's Other Blog Podcast #8: Interview with Garrett Graff, editor of FishBowlDC blog
Garrett was the firstblogger to be given a White House press credential. More recently, it was announced in the Washington Post and on Jossip that Garrett will become an editor-at-large at Washingtonian Magazine. Garrett tells LOBP that he will continue blogging for FishBowlDC, although a co-writer will be engaged. Says Garrett, "I couldnâ??t give up blogging, itâ??s too much fun!"
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01:04 to 05:17 - Steve notes the debate regarding Boston Herald columnist Brett Arends' column about poor experiences with corporate PR people in Boston, and mentions his...2005-08-3023 minThe Lubetkin Media CompaniesCompuSchmooze Podcast #4: Interview with Hobson and HoltzCompuSchmooze Podcast #4, interview with Shel Holtz and Neville Hobson, hosts of the For Immediate Release podcast. Produced in conjunction with my article on blogging and podcasting in the Spring 2005 issue of Attitudes, the quarterly magazine of the Jewish Community Voice of Southern New Jersey.2005-05-2024 min