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Driving Growth: The Go-To-Market PodcastDriving Growth: The Go-To-Market PodcastFrom Startup to Industry Leader: Brett Schmidt on Customer-Centric Growth at CORR GrainIn this episode of Driving Growth, host Steve Whittington sits down with Brett Schmidt, CEO and co-founder of CORR Grain, to explore how a Saskatchewan-based startup became a major force in Western Canada’s agriculture sector. Brett shares how deep customer listening, a strong internal culture, and CRM adoption helped CORR Grain scale sustainably. Tune in to hear real-world insights on account management, customer retention, and building a data-driven go-to-market system in a traditional B2B industry.Download the Revenue Factory Toolkit at weareroadmap.com/podcast and start turning your forecasts into predictable growth! Subscribe to...2025-07-1622 minDriving Growth: The Go-To-Market PodcastDriving Growth: The Go-To-Market PodcastWhy a Weekly Scorecard is the Secret to Predictable Sales GrowthIn this episode of Driving Growth, Steve Whittington unpacks how implementing a weekly sales scorecard can transform your B2B team's performance. Learn why most teams miss revenue targets—not due to lack of effort, but lack of clarity on leading indicators—and how to fix it with a mathematical model, regular measurement, and a system-driven culture. If you're ready to turn your business into a revenue factory, this episode is your blueprint.Download the Revenue Factory Toolkit at weareroadmap.com/podcast and start turning your forecasts into predictable growth! Subscribe today wherever you get your...2025-07-0217 minDriving Growth: The Go-To-Market PodcastDriving Growth: The Go-To-Market PodcastHow to Build a Real Sales Process That ScalesIn this episode of Driving Growth, host Steve Whittington breaks down the essential components of a scalable, inspectable B2B sales process. Learn how to align your sales process with your revenue model, choose the right sales model, integrate sales methodologies, and design buyer-centric stages that drive results. Steve also explains the power of sales collateral, CRM integration, and how to strategically apply force and friction to accelerate deal velocity. Whether you're selling through channel partners, inside sales, or direct field reps, this episode is packed with actionable insights to transform your sales into a repeatable revenue engine.2025-06-0420 minDriving Growth: The Go-To-Market PodcastDriving Growth: The Go-To-Market PodcastFrom Services to Systems: Building Sustainable Growth with Sam JenkinsIn this episode of Driving Growth, Steve Whittington sits down with Sam Jenkins, Managing Partner at Punchcard Systems and CEO & Co-Founder of Standard Field Systems. Sam shares his journey from hands-on technologist to entrepreneur and thought leader, building service and product-based tech companies with a focus on long-term sustainability, leadership development, and scalable systems.They discuss how Punchcard Systems is evolving from a professional services firm into a systematized, IP-driven growth engine, while also spinning out scalable product companies like Standard Field. Sam talks about transitioning away from founder-led sales, onboarding a Head of Growth, and...2025-05-2123 minGateway Church Swindon AudioGateway Church Swindon AudioStriking ArrowsDon't miss out on Steve Whittington's Preach! 18/05/20252025-05-2132 minDriving Growth: The Go-To-Market PodcastDriving Growth: The Go-To-Market PodcastHow to Define Your Ideal Customer Profile (ICP) and Drive GrowthTo grow your business by 30–40%, focus on doubling down on your Tier 1 clients — the ones who buy the most and work best with you. In this episode, Steve Whittington dives deep into a foundational part of any go-to-market system: customer understanding, identifying your Ideal Customer Profile (ICP) and the key personas within it.You’ll learn how to segment your existing customers by revenue tiers, define firmographic and psychographic traits of your ideal clients, and map out the buying committee — from champions and influencers to economic buyers and end users. Steve walks through real-world strategies to validate your ICP...2025-05-0723 minMetroNews HotlineMetroNews HotlineHotline Feature - Inside the Hobby Boom: Steve Whittington Talks Cards, Auctions & the Mountain State Collectors ConventionSteve Whittington from Select Cards and Collectibles joins Dave to preview the upcoming Mountain State Collectors Convention—set to be Charleston’s biggest sports card show in decades. Steve offers smart tips for navigating big conventions, shares what his team is buying, and breaks down the latest hobby buzz, from Aaron Judge’s red-hot market to a record-setting Jerry West jersey and a rare T206 Honus Wagner sale. They also dive into long-term trends in collectibles and what’s next for serious collectors and investors.2025-05-0610 minDriving Growth: The Go-To-Market PodcastDriving Growth: The Go-To-Market PodcastData, Strategy, and the Science of Sales with George LeithWhat does it take to build a predictable revenue engine? In this episode of Driving Growth, host Steve Whittington sits down with sales and media executive George Leith to break down the science behind successful go-to-market systems.George shares his insights on why sales is more about data than luck, how traditional businesses can adapt to digital transformation, and the critical role of structured customer and sales data. He also dives into performance metrics, competency assessments, and practical steps to create a scalable, high-performing revenue team.Tune in to learn how to turn your business...2025-03-1921 minDriving Growth: The Go-To-Market PodcastDriving Growth: The Go-To-Market PodcastThe Biggest Challenge for Revenue TeamsMost B2B teams lack a clear go-to-market strategy, relying on guesswork instead of data-driven forecasting. In this episode of Driving Growth, host Steve Whittington breaks down how to turn a "hopecast" into a real forecast using mathematical models. He explores the key components of a scalable revenue strategy, including revenue models, data models, and go-to-market motions. Plus, he introduces the critical metric every CEO and CFO must understand and how to calculate it. Tune in to learn how to transform your sales and marketing from an art into a science.Download the Revenue Factory Toolkit at...2025-03-0510 minThe Bryan Hanks ShowThe Bryan Hanks ShowEpisode 1226 (Hour 1): Danny Rice, Scott Whittington, Steve Hinrichs, Paul Whittington & Jimmy SmithLIVE from Annapolis, Md. -- the site of Saturday's Military Bowl between ECU and N.C. State -- Bryan is joined in the first hour by Danny Rice, Linda Hanks, Steve Hinrichs, Scott Whittington, Paul Whittington and Hall of Fame coach Jimmy Smith. Danny -- Kinston's preeminent ECU Pirate alum and fan -- and Linda co-host both hours of today's show from high atop Annapolis in their hotel. Steve is ECU's Director of Athletic Equipment; he shares his journey from upstate New York to becoming one of the most important in game day operations for the Pirates. Scott, who works...2024-12-2600 minOne to ThreeOne to ThreeDick Whittington is on his way!Christy catches up with cast and crew from Stage-Ed's 2024 Panto production, Dick Whittington - with Producer Steve Palfreman, Director Mark Hilton, Sarah the Cook - aka writer Jolyon Dixon and Dick Whittington himself, played by Millie Christian2024-12-0213 minThe Empire Builders PodcastThe Empire Builders Podcast#174: Daniel Whittington – The Chancellor, The Myth, The LegendDaniel Whittington spent 7 months crafting the perfect message and a mere 10 minutes on the the plan of attack. How did it turn out? Dave Young: Welcome to the Empire Builders Podcast, teaching business owners the not-so-secret techniques that took famous businesses from mom-and-pop to major brands. Stephen Semple is a marketing consultant, story collector and storyteller. I’m Stephen’s sidekick and business partner, Dave Young. Before we get into today’s episode, a word from our sponsor, which is, well, it’s us, but we’re highlighting ads we’ve written and...2024-10-0921 minBandana Blues, founded by Beardo, hosted by SpinnerBandana Blues, founded by Beardo, hosted by SpinnerBandana Blues #1068 - Memorial For BeardoShow #1068 Memorial For Beardo 2023 Last week on September 17 it was 7 years ago that Beardo, founder of Bandana Blues, passed away. So this episode is an eclectic mix of music dedicated to Beardo. 01. Jimmy Thackery with the Cate Brothers - Arky Shuffle (5:37) (In The Natural State, Rykodisc, 2006) 02. Steve Miller Band - Blues Without Blame (5:50) (Rock Love, Capitol Records, 1971) 03. Matt Schofield - Djam (5:59) (Siftin' Thru Ashes, Nugene Records, 2005) 04. Savoy Brown - Time Does Tell (5:28) (Street Corner Talking, Deram Records, 1971) 05. MonkeyJunk - The Marrinator (5:13) (To Behold, Stony Plain Records, 2011)2024-09-221h 45The CopDoc Podcast: Aiming for Excellence in LeadershipThe CopDoc Podcast: Aiming for Excellence in LeadershipFrom Badge to Business: Colin Whittington's Guide to Post-Law Enforcement SuccessHey there! Send us a message. Who else should we be talking to? What topics are important? Use FanMail to connect! Let us know!Season 6 - Episode 137 Unlock the secrets to post-law enforcement career success with our special guest, Colin Whittington, a former sergeant turned tech entrepreneur and bestselling author. Colin's journey from the Loudoun County Sheriff's Office to the private sector is inspiring. He shares intimate stories of his time in law enforcement, his rapid ascent to sergeant, and his crucial role in recruitment during trying times. Colin's transition to the tech...2024-09-1043 minThe Craig Way ShowThe Craig Way ShowTexas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian on former players success in NFL PreseasonA handful of Texas Exes have been enjoying a successful NFL Preseason including wideout Jordan Whittington, DL Byron Murphy, among others. Sark spoke on those past Longhorns and why he doesn't feel the need to reference it to the players. Plus, he talks about how the team is handling the triple-digit heat, and how the defense has been tackling in fall camp.2024-08-2010 minThings Police See: Firsthand AccountsThings Police See: Firsthand AccountsWedding Dress Suicide, Caught Stuffing A Body In The Trash, Infant SaveColin Whittington has some unreal stories from his career in Loudoun County, VA.  He now specializes in helping coppers find their second career when their police career is over.    Colin is a former Deputy Sheriff, the Founder & CEO of Recruiting Heroes, and will soon be the published author of Beyond the Thin Blue Line. Colin started his law enforcement career as a deputy sheriff with the Loudoun County Sheriff's Office in northern Virginia. Within his first year on patrol, he received two Life Saving Awards for two separate incidents. In 2019, Colin was named the Virginia Deputy Sheriff of the Year by...2024-07-241h 24INspired INsider PodcastINspired INsider Podcast[Top Agency Series] Unveiling the Roadmap to 2X Growth With Steve Whittington of Roadmap AgencySteve Whittington is the President of Roadmap Agency, a firm dedicated to driving business results for small to medium enterprises. With a deep background as a “recovering executive” and private consultant, he focuses on helping companies achieve at least 2x growth. Steve is the agency's driving force, specializing in a comprehensive approach that includes strategy, brand development, demand generation, sales, and customer retention. He is also the CEO of BoomBright Media, a startup that is bringing leading-edge digital display signage to the marketplace combined with creative services to develop unique immersive brand experiences. Steve is the author of Thriving In T...2024-06-1942 minMichigan Field CropsMichigan Field CropsVirtual Breakfast 2024. Episode 10. Dry Bean Planting Considerations with Scott Bales.Welcome to the 10th episode of the 2024 season! Steve Whittington, MSU Extension Field Crops Educator will host Scott Bales, MSU Extension Dry Bean Specialist. Scott will discuss what to consider for dry bean planting. Also, a weather update from Dr. Jeff Andersen. To learn more and register for the live event, check out the MSUE Virtual Breakfast page.2024-05-231h 00New Wolsey Theatre PodcastNew Wolsey Theatre PodcastEpisode 36: News, fun and laughs from the Dick Whittington and his Cat Rock 'n' Roll Panto Cast!We are backstage with the cast and find out a lot more about this year’s eagerly awaited Rock ‘N’ Roll Panto – Dick Whittington and his Cat.Featuring all of the cast - we chat about their hilarious characters, as well as what they love about this year’s panto . .  AND, we get the inside scoop on some of the songs they’ll be playing live on stage!There’s also a good helping of festive fun – with some terrible jokes, some curious festive habits and a quiz – where the cast go head-to-head– some of them slightly more co...2023-11-1437 minFreedom Church HullFreedom Church HullOur Values - There for One Anothers SuccessWe desire to build family, locally and internationally, our worldwide mission. We take responsibility for doing all that we can to ensure and enjoy "running the race with perseverance" together and "finishing strong", enabled through intentional and practical relationships. Speaker: Steve Whittington2023-09-2443 minJubilee Church HullJubilee Church HullKnowing our Power - Ephesians 1: 18 - 23Knowing our Power Ephesians 1: 18 - 23 Speaker: Steve Whittington2023-09-2400 minMichigan Field CropsMichigan Field CropsVirtual Breakfast 2023. Episode 16. Tar SpotWelcome to the 16th episode of the 2023 season! Steve Whittington, MSU Extension Field Crops Educator hosted Dr. Marty Chilvers, MSU Extension Plant Pathologist. Marty discussed tar spot: what we are seeing and management options. Also, a weather update from Dr. Jeff Andresen . To learn more and register for the live event, check out the MSUE Virtual Breakfast page.   2023-07-2056 minLocked On Longhorns - Daily Podcast On Texas Longhorns Football & BasketballLocked On Longhorns - Daily Podcast On Texas Longhorns Football & BasketballTexas Longhorns Football: Reaction to Steve Sarkisian, Quinn Ewers and Players at Big 12 Media Dayhttps://gofund.me/fa85b095It is the last year for the Texas Longhorns and the Oklahoma Sooners in the Big 12, but while everybody is focusing on their move to the SEC, the Longhorns and Steve Sarkisian are living in the moment. At Big 12 Media Days, Sark, Quinn Ewers, Jaylan Ford, Xavier Worthy, Jahdae Barron and Jordan Whittington gave insight into the offseason, the culture and talent on this Texas Football team, and the expectations for the Longhorns to win their first conference championship since 2009. It's easy to...2023-07-1322 minFlourishing TogetherFlourishing TogetherS1 E7: Prayer and Reflection Areas - Classrooms, Corridors and Community with Jane WhittingtonIn episode 7 of the Flourishing Together podcast, Ryan is joined by Jane Whittington, a member of the Diocese of Guildford Schools Team. Together they discuss prayer spaces and spiritual reflection areas. If you'd like to hear more from this podcast, please don't forget to subscribe to ensure that a new episode lands in your podcast app each month. With thanks to... Jane Whittington Steve Brodie Thank you for journeying with us, and we hope that you can join us next time! 2023-06-1932 minMichigan Field CropsMichigan Field CropsVirtual Breakfast 2023. Episode 11. Equipping Operating Sprayers in Soybeans with Mike StatonWelcome to the 11th episode of the 2023 season! Steve Whittington, MSU Extension Field Crops Educator hosted Mike Staton, MSU Extension Soybean Educator. He discusses spraying soybeans for best results. Also, a weather updated from Dr. Jeff Andresen . To learn more and register for the live event, check out the MSUE Virtual Breakfast page. 2023-06-1558 minGateway Church Swindon AudioGateway Church Swindon AudioThe Kingdom of GodSteve Whittington, from Christ Church Birmingham, came to be with us on Sunday and preached about the Kingdom of God!2023-06-0439 minParadoxicalParadoxicalThe Power of Customer Service (Guest: Holly Whittington, Atomic Avocado Designs)Holly from Atomic Avocado doesn't have the background you might expect from someone who's running a product business that focuses on Mid-Century Modern-inspired items that range from signs to keychains, but it was an important influence in how she runs that business. We had a great conversation about her story and the evolution of Atomic Avocado where we hit on a bunch of topics, including:How and why Holly has evolved her product over timeThe importance of feedback in Holly's processThe challenges of being one person managing a product company that does customized, individual designsThe difficulty of setting...2023-05-0958 minMichigan Field CropsMichigan Field CropsVirtual Breakfast 2023. Episode 5. Post-emergence Weed Control Options with Erin BurnsWelcome to the 4th episode of the 2023 season! Steve Whittington, MSU Extension Field Crops Educator, will host Dr. Erin Burns, MSU Extension Weed Specialist. Erin will be discussing options for post-emergence weed control and why timing is so important. Also, a weather update from Dr. Jeff Andersen. To learn more and register for the live event, check out the MSUE Virtual Breakfast page.2023-04-2750 minLife in LA TodayLife in LA TodayFriendly word lands writer in MagnoliaChris Gilliam was a high school student visiting a university in Monticello, Arkansas back in 1978 when a chance encounter changed his life. He was watching a baseball game on campus as the UAM Boll Weevils played the Muleriders from Southern Arkansas University.  While he was watching the game, he was approached by a friendly guy by the name of Earl Miller. "Earl drove the bus for Southern Arkansas University...and he came up to me and asked what I was doing," Chris told me. He said they struck up a conversation, Chris was just being n...2023-04-0124 minPaul Higgins PodcastPaul Higgins Podcast454 - Growing Your Agency with Strategic Intent with Steve WhittingtonEpisode OverviewLearn the secrets of growing a full-service marketing agency and HubSpot partnership from a world-renowned mountaineer. Steve merged two agencies into one to service SMB businesses on the West Coast of Canada. In our interview on the Accelerate Sales Podcast, Steve lays out his strategic intent and why it makes everything easier. He also covers;His disciplined approach to qualifying clients His success with Linkedin AdsBuilding a fantastic culture Finally, a must-listen is his learning of climbing 50 of the tallest mountains on earth  - including Mount Everes...2023-03-0638 minLocked On Longhorns - Daily Podcast On Texas Longhorns Football & BasketballLocked On Longhorns - Daily Podcast On Texas Longhorns Football & BasketballAD Mitchell commits to the Texas Longhorns, More Spread Offense for Sark and Quinn Ewers in 2023?The Longhorns now look more explosive than ever, bringing in AD Mitchell, the talented big body receiver from the National Championship winning Georgia Bulldogs. This now sets up a situation where your top 5 receiving targets can rival any other university in the nation, when you can legally trot out Jatavion Sanders, Xavier Worthy, Isiah Neyor, Jordan Whittington and AD Mitchell all at the same time. In 2022, we saw a ton of 12 personnel from Steve Sarkisian and the Texas Longhorns. 2 Tight Ends on the field, and most of the time only 2 Wide Receivers on the field. Even though the focus...2023-01-2419 minInforming Choices Mini-PodInforming Choices Mini-PodConnected Stores with Alexandra WhittingtonTo start the New Year, I am speaking to 6 futurist friends of the podcast - Alex Whittington, David Wood, Gina Clifford, Joana Lenkova, Rob Caldera, and Sylvia Gallusser to explore their thoughts on the new technologies, ideas, and developments that may emerge in 2023 that will have proven to be significant when we look back from 2033 – in 10 years’ time. The convergence of digital technology and habits formed through the pandemic have changed how we shop. Click and collect, scan and pay, and pay-and-go – the Amazon style concept – have added choice to the options of online shopping and the brick-an...2023-01-0308 minLocked On Longhorns - Daily Podcast On Texas Longhorns Football & BasketballLocked On Longhorns - Daily Podcast On Texas Longhorns Football & BasketballQuinn Ewers & Michael Penix Jr. headline the Alama Bowl between the Longhorns & Washington HuskiesWe've got Texas football tonight baby! A month removed from the season ending win against the Baylor Bears, Steve Sarkisian, Quinn Ewers and this Texas Football team take the field against a very talented Washington Huskies team that only lost two games this year by a combined 15 points. Texas finds themselves in San Antonio once again, competing as somewhat of the "Home Team" with their proximity to Austin in comparison to the trip Michael Penix Jr. and the Huskies are making. Steve Sarkisian went 5-7 in his first year, and now gets his first chance to compete in a...2022-12-2930 minInforming Choices Mini-PodInforming Choices Mini-PodThe Future of Christmas with Steve Wells and FriendsHere’s a question: How has the way you plan to spend Christmas this year, changed from 10 or 20 years ago, and how might it change in the future? Last year, together with six futurists, we explored how Christmas and the holiday season more broadly might change in the future, and we are going to tap into their ideas again for this festive episode of the Informing Choices Mini-Pod. The combination of social, technological, and environmental trends in particular are driving change in everyday life, society, and business. The way we celebrate traditional cultural, spiritual, and fa...2022-12-1718 minInforming Choices Mini-PodInforming Choices Mini-PodMetaverse and the Future of Play with Alexandra Whittington* Editorial problem with this episode resolved - 12th December. Apologies for any inconvenience. * The idea of the metaverse is of an iteration of the Internet as a single, universal, and immersive virtual world that is facilitated by the use of virtual reality and augmented reality devices. Right now, it might be more accurate to describe it as a network of 3D virtual worlds focused on social connection. There are plenty of ideas about what the metaverse might be in the future; how it might evolve from gaming, a virtual workplace, a concert venue, lecture hall, or fashion...2022-12-0615 minLocked On Longhorns - Daily Podcast On Texas Longhorns Football & BasketballLocked On Longhorns - Daily Podcast On Texas Longhorns Football & Basketball5 Star Culture vs. 5 Star Players? The Texas Longhorns use both to defeat the Iowa State CyclonesQuinn Ewers, Bijan Robinson and Xavier Worthy led Texas to a tough 24-21 victory over the Iowa State Cyclones on Saturday to improve to 5-2 on the season. Hunter Dekkers and Xavier Hutchinson tried to do all they could to knock off the Longhorns, but Steve Sarkisian was able to get his third straight Big 12 win ahead of a tough road game against the Oklahoma State Cowboys. It had been a while since the Roschon Johnson and Jordan Whittington led Longhorns struggled on offense the way they did on Saturday, attributing some of that to Iowa State's top defense...2022-10-1734 minOwning the OutcomeOwning the OutcomeSupporting the Culture Change Sparked by CRM ImplementationSteve Whittington, President of Roadmap, joins the show to talk about the oftentimes *unspoken* aspect of systems implementation—the ripple effect and impact a new CRM can have on an organization's culture. Steve talks about how he views and defines the culture change that comes with a new CRM platform, the differences at the individual-level and company-level, and whether it's a change in mindset, behaviors, accountability, responsibility—or all of the above. He then shares how his team implements that culture change in support of a new CRM platform—and if there are any particular tools, functions, or capabilities that s...2022-06-0831 minInforming Choices Mini-PodInforming Choices Mini-PodArtificial Uterus and the End of Childbirth? with Alexandra WhittingtonScientists believe babies could be nurtured in external - artificial - wombs in the future. If so, what might the implications be? For some people, the very thought may conjure ideas of Frankenstein’s monster. For others, it could represent an opportunity to save more extreme pre-term babies in a significantly safer environment than that afforded by conventional incubators, when babies’ organs are not developed well enough to survive. Premature birth, before 37 weeks, is globally the biggest cause of death among newborns. The technology could also provide a safe way for couples to have children where other interventions are not...2022-05-3117 minFreedom Church HullFreedom Church HullAmbassadors of ChristThis week, Steve Whittington joins us remotely from Birmingham to speak to us on what it means to be Ambassadors of Christ.2022-03-1318 minThe Art Of Meaningful WorkThe Art Of Meaningful WorkInside The Mindset Of An Innovative Leader With Steve WhittingtonLong-time executive leader, community leader, and entrepreneur - as well as bouncer, initial attack firefigther and someone who climbed Mt. Everest... Steve Whittington is a force of change.   In this episode, you will learn: What is the mindset of an innovative leader. How to enrol employees, boards, and stakeholders in your vision. How to handle setbacks and overcome hesitation. Doing business the third way - thinking about business beyond profits. As always, there is much more to explore in the show. I hope you enjoy it.   — Hello, I’m...2022-03-051h 03The Museum Files PodcastThe Museum Files PodcastEpisode 22 - Steve Whittington (National Mining Hall of Fame and Museum)Steve Whittington from the National Mining Hall of Fame and Museum joins John and Patti for this episode. Steve is a past President of the Mountain Plains Museum Association with over thirty years. He has been a museum director for most of his career. Our conversation touches on his experiences and a brief look at the NMHF. Our interview also touches a little on retirement as Steve will be retiring in a few months.For more information about the M FilesFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/TheMFilesPodcastEmail - themfilespodcast@gmail.com2022-01-2141 minGridiron America USFL RadioGridiron America USFL RadioWeek 3 - 1983: Oakland Invaders vs Michigan Panthers1983 Week 3 - Saturday, March 19, 1983. Attendance: 28,952. TV: ESPN Oakland quarterback Fred Besana ruined Michigan's home opener, completing 24 of 30 passes for 341 yards and three touchdowns, two of them to Wyatt Henderson in route to the Invaders' 33-27 win. It also overshadowed a sparkling comeback engineered by Bobby Hebert, the Panthers' quarterback, who was benched early. Hebert returned late in the third period and threw three TD passes to Derek Holloway. Both teams came into the contest at 1-1. Coached by Jim Stanley, the Panthers had scored just one touchdown in the first two contests (they won their opening game...2022-01-181h 22Informing Choices Mini-PodInforming Choices Mini-PodChristmas 2040 with Alexandra WhittingtonChristmas is a special time of year for over two billion Christians around the world, and here on the Informing Choices Mini-Pod we are exploring what futurists think Christmas might be like in 2040. For futurist Alexandra Whittington, Christmas in 2040 might see old traditions retained but with a virtual twist. You can learn more about Alex and her work by connecting with her as follows: LinkedIn linkedin.com/in/alexandra-whittington-futurist Twitter twitter.com/alexandra4casts Image Source: https://pixabay.com/photos/gift-new-year-s-eve-congratulation-4669449 Music Credits: Intro https://pixabay.com/music/christmas-christmas-story-107832021-12-2108 minInforming Choices Mini-PodInforming Choices Mini-PodIntroducing Christmas 2040 with Steve WellsOver a period of time, the time we spend with family and friends over Christmas develops its own tradition. Like all traditions, there is evolution, but rather than look back, I wanted to look forward – to Christmas 2040. So in a festive mini-series, I will post a short episode of the podcast each day between Monday 20th and Christmas Day. I have been speaking to six brilliant futurist friends of the podcast to explore what they think Christmas in 2040 might be like and I am eternally grateful to Rob Caldera, Gina Clifford, Sylvia Gallusser, Joana Lenkova, Alexandra Whittington, an...2021-12-1504 minThe Art of Making Things Happen (Bluefishing)  Steve SimsThe Art of Making Things Happen (Bluefishing) Steve SimsDaniel WhittingtonDaniel Whittington spent 18 years as a full time studio and touring musician before moving back to Austin, TX and diving head first into business education and the world of whiskey. Daniel is currently Chancellor at Wizard Academy, a business school for Entrepreneurs. He's the founder of Whisky Marketing School, based out of Wizard Academy. He is a co-founder of Crowded Barrel Whiskey Co., the world's first crowd-sourced whiskey distillery and the Whiskey Tribe, the world’s most engaged online whiskey community. He co-hosts the two largest Whiskey Youtube channels, Whiskey Vault and Whiskey Tribe. 2021-11-3048 minHorns247 Podcasts: The Flagship and State of RecruitingHorns247 Podcasts: The Flagship and State of RecruitingThe Flagship: Texas will face Oklahoma State without two key startersThe Longhorns will need to have a short memory to put last weekend's heart-breaking loss to Oklahoma in the past and get ready for another Top 25 battle this Saturday when No. 12 ranked Oklahoma State heads to Austin for an 11 a.m. kickoff against No. 25 ranked Texas. But the Longhorns will be without two key starters on both sides of the ball when they host the Cowboys this weekend.The Flagship Podcast gets the Texas-Oklahoma State game week started off with a loaded show as Horns247 columnist Chip Brown and managing editor Taylor Estes discuss all head coach...2021-10-1234 minBehind the SinsBehind the SinsThe Steve, the Snack, the Justice, and the JackThe CinemaSins B-team gather to spill the tea on what happened in the world of sinning for the week of September 27th, 2021.1) The SinSide Scoop: Thoughts on this week's videos!Snickers - Betty White (2:23)What If...? - Captain Carter Were The First Avenger? (6:51)Rick and Morty - Rickmurai Jack (24:55)Lil Nas X - That's What I Want (35:52)Zach Snyder's Justice League Part 2 (44:03)Addams Family Values (54:50)2) Keeping Tabs: Strange moments from the writing process! (1:04:41)3) The Comment Section: Video comments we loved, and your emails! (1:11:41)4) Beyond the Sins: Something other...2021-10-071h 37Black Issues ForumBlack Issues Forum08/13/21: Climate Change, Kids & COVID, and Charlotte Beyond HB2As kids return to classrooms, physician Dr. C. Nicole Swiner addresses questions about effective practices for safety and the development of a kid-safe COVID vaccine. Steve Rao, La’Meshia Whittington, and Dr. Danielle Purifoy discuss the IPCC’s sweeping report on climate change, the infrastructure bill, Green New Deal, and local environmental justice plus Charlotte’s nondiscrimination ordinance.2021-08-1326 minBlack Issues ForumBlack Issues Forum07/16/2021: UNC Black Student Demands, Cuban Protests, Help for Haiti, and Fair call for Sha’Carri. This week on Black Issues Forum, after pro-Confederates demonstrate on UNC-CH's campus Black students demand more safety. UNC-CH's Dr. William Sturkey and student leader Jarrah Faye share their views. Then Jesse McCoy, Steve Rao, and La’Meshia Whittington provide context and perspectives on the Cuban protests, assassination of Haiti’s president, and role of race and fairness in sports. 2021-07-1634 minInforming Choices Mini-PodInforming Choices Mini-PodThe Future of Homes Through the 2020s with Alex WhittingtonIn a famous and much quoted judicial decision from 1604, English judge and jurist Sir Edward Coke declared that, “The house of every one is to him as his Castle and Fortress as well for defence against injury and violence, as for his repose…” Whilst in 1604 Sir Edward was talking about strict limits on how Sheriffs may enter a person’s house in order to issue writs, perhaps it could also be a metaphor for how homes of the future may become a fortress against other invaders; infection for one. Of course there are many trends and drivers that inf...2021-07-0324 minBlack Issues ForumBlack Issues Forum06/25/21: Biden visits NC to Push vaccinating; HR1 and Ballot SecurityTrailing the nation with just 55% of adults COVID vaccinated, North Carolina draws a visit from President Joe Biden. The For the People Act HR1 fails in the senate amid increasing voter restriction laws. A wider view on Nikole Hannah-Jones’s decision not to join UNC without tenure. Insights from NCCU’s Brett Chambers, La’Meshia Whittington of Advance Carolina, and political analyst Steve Rao.2021-06-2526 minFreedom Church HullFreedom Church HullPrinces, Priests & Foreigners: Honouring God in Submission and Work - 1 Peter 2:13-25Steve joins us as we continue to look at how the Kingdom of God is outworked in our lives, this week looking at what it means in our living as good citizens and in our working relationships. Speaker: Steve Whittington2021-05-1625 minInforming Choices Mini-PodInforming Choices Mini-PodThe Future of Childhood with Alexandra Whittington and Joana LenkovaIt can be very easy to focus on the future of business, enterprise, and work. Or on the future of adult society, but other than considering how education may development in the context of our every more digital world, it is much more unusual to consider the future of childhood. It is perhaps a somewhat tired phrase, but if children are our future, why isn’t the future of childhood more readily considered? In this podcast, we do just that. To discuss the Future of Childhood I am delighted to welcome futurist at Partners in Foresight Alex Wh...2021-05-1527 minBlack Issues ForumBlack Issues Forum05/07/21: Bodycam Legislation, Apple in the Triangle, COVID-19 VaccineAs Andrew Brown, Jr. was laid to rest, proposed bodycam legislation is in play, Apple in the Triangle, President Biden’s expansive infrastructure plan and health after the COVID-19 vaccine. Host Deborah Holt Noel talks with Attorney Dawn Blagrove, Advance Carolina’s La’Meshia Whittington, Morrisville At-Large Councilman Steve Rao and Dr. Julius Wilder of Duke Health.2021-05-0726 minSportFire PodcastSportFire PodcastTed Lasso on the Super League, Comedian Steve Hofstetter and Mel Kiper Jr.Adam speaks to AFC Richmond Head Coach Ted Lasso (Thomas Whittington) about the Super League, then chats with comedian Steve Hofstetter about his beloved New York Mets. Plus, Mel Kiper Jr.'s Final Mock Draft and headlines. Sports are funny! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2021-04-2925 minEyes And TeethEyes And TeethDanny Rogers - The Future Stars - Season 6 - Edition 1Danny named after the famous Danny Kaye comes from a theatrical family. His mother was a Royal Ballet and Bluebell Dancer and his father the late comedian Ted Rogers.  Danny first took to the stage after mimicking his father in the wings, leading him to play a part in Bernie Clifton’s act. Starting in the entertainment business, he wanted to learn the tricks of the trade and became a Butlin’s Redcoat, leading to summer seasons as an entertainer in Mallorca and Warner Leisure Hotels.  He studied at the University of Chichester, where he gained a...2021-04-2758 min