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Tifton TalksNavigating the New Frontier of Technical EducationIn this episode of Tifton Talks, we sit down with Deannia Clements, President of Wiregrass Georgia Technical College, to explore how one of South Georgia’s premier educational institutions is embracing the rapid rise of Artificial Intelligence and automation. President Clements shares fascinating insights into how Wiregrass is moving beyond traditional teaching methods to ensure their graduates aren't just workers, but "skilled" professionals ready for a modern economy.The conversation highlights several ground-breaking initiatives, such as the Georgia AIM advanced manufacturing lab which introduces local K-12 students to robotics and high-tech tools. We also dive into the creative wa...
2026-02-021h 01
Mais Rúmen PodcastSÉRIE LEGUMINOSAS: Alfafa e Tifton 85 juntos? - Dra. Liliane Severino | Ep. 107```htmlA integração de leguminosas em sistemas de pastejo é uma das estratégias mais promissoras para elevar a produtividade e a sustentabilidade na pecuária à pasto moderna. Neste primeiro episódio da série sobre Leguminosas do Mais Rúmen Podcast, Dra. Liliane Severino, especialista em forragicultura e extensão rural, compartilha sua experiência com consórcios de Tifton 85 e Alfafa, abordando desde técnicas de manejo, correção de solo e espaçamentos até estratégias para prolongar a estação de pastejo. Uma conversa essencial para produtores e técnicos que desejam aumentar a eficiência e reduzir custos...
2025-10-131h 03
Agro 2Tifton 85: pastagem de alta produção e sustentabilidade na pecuária #407O Tifton 85 é uma pastagem desenvolvida nos Estados Unidos em 1992 e que vem ganhando espaço no Brasil por seus resultados impressionantes. Diferente da braquiária, mais comum nas fazendas, o Tifton 85 oferece quase o dobro do valor nutritivo e permite maior produção de matéria seca por hectare.Sua cobertura densa protege o solo da erosão, ajuda a reter água e matéria orgânica e ainda consegue sequestrar até cinco vezes mais carbono que pastagens tropicais tradicionais.Para explicar sobre a pastagem, recebemos no episódio de hoje Oswaldo Stival, zootecnista, especialista em produção de...
2025-10-0334 min
Agenda FluidWork-Life Wobble, Funeral Fantasies, and the Sonic That Got AwayIn this free-flowing episode of Agenda Fluid, Ben and Donovan sit down for another off-the-cuff conversation about the ever-elusive balance between work and life. They reflect on their mutual friend Samuel’s missing voice, the pros and cons of working from home, and why getting an office might just save their sanity.Then it gets a little existential. Thanks to a deck of conversation prompts, the guys dive into how they’d (not) plan their funerals if given an unlimited budget—spoiler: it involves skydiving, Vegas, and zero music. From there, it’s a winding journey through compulsory public service, trade sch...
2025-08-1451 min
Tifton TalksNews Roundup for August 5, 2025Housing shortages are hitting Tift, Cook, and Berrien counties hard, part of a massive statewide gap of 365,000 homes. Worth County’s downtown revival in Sylvester is gaining steam, but worker shortages and empty storefronts linger. The Georgia Board of Education has unfrozen $48 million for after-school programs just in time for the new school year. Governor Kemp declared August “Shooting Sports Month,” while Georgia Tech helped confirm a record 515-mile lightning strike. New school safety laws are rolling out statewide in response to last year’s tragic shooting in Barrow County. Paula Deen shuttered her iconic Savannah restaurant, surprising fans. Valdosta kicked o...
2025-08-0509 minTifton TalksNews Roundup for August 1, 2025Donovan dives into everything from downtown ribbon cuttings to billion-dollar rail mergers. A new waxing salon has landed in Tifton, the state’s trying to fix its nursing shortage with a new college agreement, and 8,600 Georgia students are getting Promise Scholarships for alternative education. Lawmakers are back at it with gambling proposals, and the Port of Savannah just had a monster year—thanks, tariffs. Meanwhile, Valdosta launched a girls-only firefighter camp, and Union Pacific is trying to buy its way across the country with an $85B rail deal. The EPA might roll back climate rules, Georgia cities are killing it in f...
2025-08-0111 minTifton TalksNews Roundup for July 29, 2025Donovan brings you the top stories from Tifton, Georgia, and beyond:STD Rates Soar in Georgia – The state ranks 4th nationally, with high rates of chlamydia, gonorrhea, and HIV. Experts call for more education and preventive care.Camilla Mayor Suspended – Kelvin Owens faces charges of election interference. Some residents support the suspension, others defend his actions.Georgia’s Economy Shines – The state retains its AAA credit rating and surpasses 5 million jobs for the first time, despite looming federal budget cuts.Feral Swine Wreak Havoc – Wild pigs are causing over $100,000 in annual crop damag...
2025-07-2909 minTifton TalksNews Roundup for July 24, 2025A Tift County grand jury has returned a massive indictment against cemetery monument sellers accused of defrauding grieving families. ThunderCon 2025 is set for September 13 at ABAC with voice actors, vendors, cosplay, and more. Irwin County Hospital officials dispute a report claiming they’re at risk of closure. Georgia’s Main Street programs brought in over $824 million in investment last year, with Tifton among the standout cities. Tift County schools start August 1 with a new cell phone ban and extended school day. In DeKalb County, a major meth bust nets federal charges for two mechanics. Georgia’s film industry got a big bo...
2025-07-2406 minTifton TalksNews Roundup for July 17, 2025Tift County updated its ordinances to stop landlords from cutting off utilities or removing tenants’ belongings without a formal eviction. The school board reviewed preparations for the new school year, including staff training, facility updates, and a plan to delay fixing the canning plant’s boiler. Georgia Tech is getting $20 million to build a new AI supercomputer called Nexus. State regulators approved Georgia Power’s long-term energy plan, allowing more renewables but also keeping some coal plants open longer. Over $200 million in federal education funds remain frozen, threatening after-school programs. Secretary of State Raffensperger called on politicians to return donations tied t...
2025-07-1706 minTifton TalksNews Roundup for July 15, 2025Covered in this packed episode:Georgia lost 260,000 sq. ft. of federal office space this year, part of ongoing Trump-era government downsizing.CSX train delays are backing up traffic daily in South Georgia.Operation Southern Slowdown cracks down on speeders after a spike in highway deaths.Atlanta pizza boxes accidentally became recruiting tools for Border Patrol — and sparked protests.Folkston’s D. Ray James facility is becoming the largest ICE detention center in the country.SCOTUS clears Trump to lay off nearly 1,400 Dept. of Ed workers, sparking legal fights over frozen education funds.Georgia secures $20 million from opioid settlements.A dead...
2025-07-1511 minTifton TalksNews Roundup for July 8, 2025On this Tifton Talks News Roundup:Georgia saw 6 deaths and 70+ injuries over the July 4th weekend, with 400+ DUI citations.Feral hog hunters can now win $3,500 traps through a new DNR program.Georgia warns beekeepers after Africanized bees found in Alabama.Student caregivers through CareYaya are stepping in where the state ranks last in elder care.UPS may cut 20,000 jobs amid restructuring—Teamsters aren’t having it.TikTok’s Chinese parent may spin off a U.S. version before the September ban deadline.Georgia courts reaffirm that certifying elections isn’t optional.A pilot program may soon allow trained non-lawyers to offer...
2025-07-0806 minTifton TalksNews Roundup for July 3, 2025In this episode of Tifton Talks, Donovan serves up your pre-Fourth of July rundown of headlines you didn’t know you needed—but just might thank him for. From smoother skies at Atlanta’s airport to one-man elections in Tifton, we’ve got your local, state, and national news in one shot.Highlights:✈️ Flight delays ease at Hartsfield-Jackson after weekend chaos🗳️ District 5 Commission seat filled without a vote—meet Thomas Tyler Riddle🏥 Shriners opens $153M research institute in Atlanta focused on kids and AI⛽ Gas prices dip just in time for holiday travel—but will it last?☀️ Georgia solar jobs at risk ove...
2025-07-0307 minTifton TalksNews Roundup for July 1, 2025From new Georgia laws to national headlines, this week’s episode breaks down what’s happening across Tifton, the state, and beyond — with just the right mix of snark and substance. 🗞️ In This Episode:A Georgia audit questions the impact of a $30M child wellness programNew state laws: trans athlete bans, digital IDs, tax cuts, human composting & moreOver 1.4M Georgians are getting surplus tax rebatesGOP infighting over solar tax credits heats upZillow’s crackdown on hidden listings shakes up real estateGen Z women are ditching summer chaos for quiet convent retreatsHarvard faces federal action over anti-SemitismThe Dalai Lama eyes a successor —...
2025-07-0113 min
Tifton TalksCutting Aid, Cutting Influence: The USAID Controversy & Its Impact on GeorgiaIn this episode, the discussion focuses on the recent cancellation of nearly $50 million in federal contracts between USAID and Mana Nutrition, a Fitzgerald, Georgia-based nonprofit that produces fortified peanut paste to combat global malnutrition. Despite losing a critical funding source that previously accounted for 90% of its sales, Mana has managed to keep all 135 employees on staff. CEO Mark Moore confirmed the organization's ongoing operations but expressed deep concern over the situation.The decision, justified by USAID as being “not aligned with agency priorities” and “not in the national interest,” has drawn criticism from figures like U.S. Senator Raphael Warnock. He has u...
2025-02-2805 min
Call Me DonovanMy 2024 Year in ReviewPodcast Episode Notes: 2024 Year in ReviewIn this New Year's Eve episode, I take a look back at the ups and downs of 2024. One of my biggest personal achievements was celebrating over a year of sobriety, and I’m now looking forward to hitting the two-year mark in May. On the bittersweet side, we said goodbye to Tashi, our 15-year-old indoor cat, and a colleague whose sudden passing reminded me just how fragile life can be.Podcasting was a major highlight this year. I relaunched SouthGeek News with my friend and co-host, Ben Rehberg, and set up Tifton Media Works LLC to...
2024-12-3113 minCall Me DonovanBitchslapped by HeleneMy first update since Helene came through the southern part of the United States and basically bitchslapped everyone. We're fine; no property damage, no loss of life for our family, but people have gone nuts around here!Colquitt EMC outage numbers as of posting this episode (9/30/24):45,491 Total Customers without Power4,238 Moultrie13,865 Tifton27,388 Valdosta---Contact Informationemail: don@callmedonovan.comTwitter/Insta/Threads: donadkisson(When played) Music generated by Mubert https://mubert.com/render---AffiliatePrivate Internet Access VPNhttps://callmedonovan.com/vpn---Be sure to subscribe to my Substack to stay up to date with non-podcast related "stuff". https://callmedonovan.substack.com Get fu...
2024-09-3019 min
Call Me DonovanThe AGI is STINKY - SouthGeek NewsIn the maiden episode for the relaunch of the SouthGeek News podcast, hosts Donovan Adkisson and Ben Rehberg are joined by Donovan's son, Tyler to discuss the Apple event, cars that use outdated technology to perform software updates along with other features on the car, some Apple TV+ stuff, OpenAI and AGI, issues with a local Internet/VoIP provider (TruVista), the Chase Bank "glitch" and the stupid people that fell for it, and a Navy Ship, Starlink, and a WiFi named STINKY.HostsDonovan AdkissonBen RehbergGuest HostTyler AdkissonEverything Apple Announced Today: iPhone 16, Apple Watch Series 10, New AirPods | WIREDAfter seeing Wi-Fi network...
2024-09-122h 02
Call Me DonovanThe Toilet Saga ContinuesWelcome to day 473 of alcohol retirement! Also in this episode, I speak a little about September 11, 2001 as we celebrate the 23rd anniversary of that tragedy. And then, the saga of the upstairs toilet REVEALED! LOLOk, it's not like you've been waiting in suspense for the story, but here it is anyway -- the replacement of the upstairs toilet which went... ok'ish? For the picture I mention in the episode (or to leave a comment) be sure to visit https://callmedonovan.com/51---Contact Informationemail: don@callmedonovan.comTwitter/Insta/Threads: donadkisson(When played) Music generated by Mubert https://mubert.com/render---AffiliatePrivate Internet Ac...
2024-09-1129 minCall Me DonovanSkibidi Toilet (Not Really)Yes, the title of the episode was clickbait on purpose. Trust me, I didn't even know what the hell Skibidi Toilet was until a few weeks ago. Now I wish I didn't.Anyway, I'm talking about the Apple event that's happening on the day I'm recording this and my desire to upgrade my iPhone 13 to a new iPhone 16 Pro.I'm also talking about replacing toilets, thus the loose references to toilets in the episode title.Correction in the episode on alcohol retirement -- today is 471 days. I always forget to look at the calendar when I start recording these things...
2024-09-0908 minCall Me DonovanJust Press RecordEpisode 49 brings to you my testing of the Just Press Record iOS app which allows you to record audio on your Apple Watch. I also discuss the issues I'm having with TruVista, a TV and Internet provider in Tifton. Finally, my oldest son's issue with losing his Twitter account. F**k Twitter, f**k X and f**k Elon. You're welcome. ---Contact Informationemail: don@callmedonovan.comTwitter/Insta/Threads: donadkisson(When played) Music generated by Mubert https://mubert.com/render---AffiliatePrivate Internet Access VPNhttps://callmedonovan.com/vpn---Be sure to subscribe to my Substack to stay up to date with non-podcast related "stuff". ht...
2024-09-0412 minTifton TalksTifton Talks This Week for August 30, 2024This week on Tifton Talks, we covered important news for Tifton and beyond:1. **Property Appeals:** Tift County has settled over 1,100 property value appeals out of more than 5,000. The appeals were made after property values went up. Once all appeals are done, the county might lower property tax rates, but this process is delaying tax bills.2. **Phone Outage:** TruVista's phone service in Tifton and Fitzgerald was down for almost three days, affecting local businesses and residents. The cause of the outage is unclear, but it's been fixed now.3. **Juice Recall:** Walmart recalled nearly 10,000 cases of apple juice because they might have...
2024-08-3008 min
Call Me DonovanThe Geese Have Moved OnThis episode is a collection of my thoughts throughout the week, from the geese that are no longer across the road, trying to stay organized, my youngest son turning 30, and my hot take on the Patreon / Apple brouhaha. ---Contact Informationemail: don@callmedonovan.comTwitter/Insta/Threads: donadkisson(When played) Music generated by Mubert https://mubert.com/render---AffiliatePrivate Internet Access VPNhttps://callmedonovan.com/vpnMentioned in this episode:Listen to Radio TiftEnjoy music from the 80s, 90s and beyond the way any self-respecting Gen X'er would by checking out Radio Tift at https://radiotift.com or installing the Live 365 app on your smartphone an...
2024-08-2934 minCall Me DonovanThe Longevity of FriendshipsAfter watching a bit of a video from a YouTuber about friendships, it got me to thinking about my own friendships. Those that I still have (not many) versus the ones I once had.---Contact Informationemail: don@callmedonovan.comTwitter/Insta/Threads: donadkisson(When played) Music generated by Mubert https://mubert.com/render---AffiliatePrivate Internet Access VPNhttps://callmedonovan.com/vpn---Leave your comments at https://callmedonovan.com/47Mentioned in this episode:Affiliate LinkBe secure with a VPN from Private Internet Access! Sign up with my affiliate link and you get 30 days free and I get 30 days free. It's a win-win!Private Internet Ac...
2024-08-2320 min
Call Me DonovanThat Positive Feeling - The Adkisson XperimentGetting that positive feeling from the DNC coverage and speeches this week.
2024-08-2109 minCall Me DonovanThe Power Bill is Yuge!!In this episode, I discuss my budgeting process using my Apple CC including our crazy high power bills. I also discuss using Visible as a cell phone provider, which is much cheaper than being on Verizon (even though Verizon owns them). Oh yeah, groceries. One correction - I said we had to pick my son up from the airport on the 29th but it's actually the 30th which is a Friday.See ya.---Contact Informationemail: don@callmedonovan.comTwitter/Insta/Threads: donadkisson(When played) Music generated by Mubert https://mubert.com/render---AffiliatePrivate Internet Access VPNhttps://callmedonovan.com/vpnMentioned in this episode:Af...
2024-08-1916 min
Call Me DonovanThe Friday From HellI present to you: my Friday from hell.---Contact Informationemail: don@callmedonovan.comTwitter/Insta/Threads: donadkissonMusic generated by Mubert https://mubert.com/render---AffiliatePrivate Internet Access VPNhttps://callmedonovan.com/vpnMentioned in this episode:Affiliate LinkBe secure with a VPN from Private Internet Access! Sign up with my affiliate link and you get 30 days free and I get 30 days free. It's a win-win!Private Internet Access VPN Get full access to Call Me Donovan at callmedonovan.substack.com/subscribeBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/call-me-donovan--6578547/support.Contact
2024-08-0331 minCall Me DonovanMe Thinks Thou Doth Protest Too MuchSince this podcast is supposed to be more personal in nature (sometimes oversharing) I thought I'd try something I was inspired by Scott Johnson to try; not recording on a fancy microphone but keeping it "raw" with walking around talking to my iPhone (and annoying one of our cats, OJ).Let me know what you think. Is this OK or do you prefer the more professional recording for this podcast.---Contact Informationemail: don@callmedonovan.comTwitter/Insta/Threads: donadkissonMusic generated by Mubert https://mubert.com/render---AffiliatePrivate Internet Access VPNhttps://callmedonovan.com/vpn Get full access to Call Me Donovan at...
2024-08-0117 min
Call Me DonovanFearTopic is FEAR, and how it can hold us back when we shouldn't let it.---Contact Informationemail: don@callmedonovan.comTwitter/Insta/Threads: donadkissonMusic generated by Mubert https://mubert.com/render Get full access to Call Me Donovan at callmedonovan.substack.com/subscribeBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/call-me-donovan--6578547/support.ContactTwitter/Insta/Threads: donadkissonBlue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/callmedonovan.comVoicemail: https://callmedonovan.com/voicemailEmail: don@callmedonovan.comPodcast theme music by Transistor.fm. (Intro music)...
2024-07-2528 min
Call Me DonovanThe Answer to Life, the Universe, and EverythingI gave you an update in the last episode about our elder cat, Tashi, being carried to the vet because he was having bowel issues. They kept him overnight because the x-ray showed he was backed up, impacted, to the point that it was affecting his other organs.Around 8am this morning (7/23/24) we got the call -- he didn't make it through the night. That was a tough pill to swallow. Yes, we knew he was old - 15 years. Yes, we knew he was living on borrowed time. Yes, we knew that the vet was attempting to do was a...
2024-07-2312 minCall Me DonovanLack of MovementYou'll get the meaning of the title when you listen to the episode. I'm celebrating day 422 of alcohol retirement and I discuss our eldest cat, Tashi, and his "movement" issues when it comes to trying to release his bowels.Contact Informationemail: don@callmedonovan.comTwitter/Insta/Threads: donadkissonMusic generated by Mubert https://mubert.com/render Get full access to Call Me Donovan at callmedonovan.substack.com/subscribeBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/call-me-donovan--6578547/support.ContactTwitter/Insta/Threads: donadkissonBlue Sky: https://bsky.app...
2024-07-2208 minTifton TalksPost Town Hall Meeting on Property Assessments & Survey ResultsIn this episode, host Donovan Adkisson discusses the recent town hall meeting regarding significant increases in property assessments in Tifton. Mayor Julie B. Smith encouraged property owners to appeal their new assessments, which were carried out by an external firm (GMAS) due to the county's property values falling below state ratios. The last reassessment was conducted over 20 years ago, affecting all 19,350 parcels in the county.The meeting had a high turnout, with over 200 attendees, and was streamed live. Mayor Smith clarified that the reassessment is not a tax bill and that the city plans to roll back millage rates to...
2024-07-1730 min
Tifton TalksCity of Tifton Town Hall Meeting July 13, 2024: Property Tax Revaluation Q&AThis is the audio extracted from the live Facebook feed of the town hall meeting the City of Tifton had on July 13, 2024 to discuss the recent revaluation of property for tax purposes in 2024. We attempted to clear up and make the audio as good as we could considering the event was not properly mic'd for streaming/recording purposes. Get full access to Tifton Talks at tiftontalks.substack.com/subscribeBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tifton-talks--6578576/support.---Voicemail: https://tiftontalks.com/voicemailEmail: podcast@tiftontalks.co...
2024-07-161h 54
Call Me DonovanFormula 409Celebrating 409 days of alcohol retirement and the story of how technology and the cat led to an interesting problem that may or may not be solved.Contact Informationemail: don@callmedonovan.comTwitter/Insta/Threads: donadkissonMusic generated by Mubert https://mubert.com/render Get full access to Call Me Donovan at callmedonovan.substack.com/subscribeBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/call-me-donovan--6578547/support.ContactTwitter/Insta/Threads: donadkissonBlue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/callmedonovan.comVoicemail: https://callmedonovan.com/voicemailEmail: don@callmedonovan.co...
2024-07-0936 min
Call Me Donovan404 Alcohol Not FoundIn this episode, I'm making fun of the web file not found error, 404 File Not Found, in connection with my alcohol retirement. July 4, 2024, is my 404th day of alcohol retirement, thus the 404 ALCOHOL NOT FOUND title.Also in this episode, I touch on issues I had adding my podcast to YouTube. I also discuss grilling and how it's not that much fun any longer because I have fond memories of drink in hand while grilling on our back deck.CONTACT INFORMATIONDonovan Adkissonhttps://callmedonovan.comMusic generated by Mubert https://mubert.com/render Get full access to Call Me Donovan...
2024-07-0518 min
Call Me DonovanThe Crossover!I teased it, he teased it, and now here it is. This is the crossover episode of Samuel's Thoughts with Samuel Lewis and Call Me Donovan with me, Donovan. Sam and I share our thoughts on this season's Doctor Who, my likes and dislikes, his likes and dislikes (shockingly he actually has one or two!). Sam is the one I refer to as a walking Doctor Who encyclopedia.SPOILERS!!!If you haven't watched all of this season's Doctor Who, then do so before listening to this episode if you don't want anything spoiled! You have been warned! LOLCONTACT INFORMATIONSamuel LewisSamuel's...
2024-06-301h 15
MF CastCOMO O TIFTON PODE AUMENTAR A PRODUTIVIDADE NA PECUÁRIA (Glauco Benvenutti) - MF Cast 71O 71º episódio do MF Cast apresenta Glauco Benvenutti da Rosa, CEO da Xirú Mudas.
Criado na propriedade rural de seus pais, Glauco compartilha sua trajetória desde a infância, envolvido nas atividades da fazenda, até se tornar pioneiro na venda de Tifton no Brasil.
Durante o episódio, Glauco revela que, apesar de ter se formado como técnico em mecânica industrial, trabalhou por algum tempo com transporte de leite, como secretário da agricultura e também como fiscal tributário em uma prefeitura.
2024-06-271h 52
Call Me DonovanScrew SubstackIn this short housekeeping episode, I discuss issues I ran into with my Call Me Donovan Subtack when I went to publish the previous episode, #36. Also, an update on my riding lawnmower; it's back, but it wasn't cheap.Contact Informationemail: don@callmedonovan.comTwitter/Insta/Threads: @donadkissonMusic generated by Mubert https://mubert.com/render Get full access to Call Me Donovan at callmedonovan.substack.com/subscribeBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/call-me-donovan--6578547/support.ContactTwitter/Insta/Threads: donadkissonBlue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile...
2024-06-2716 min
Call Me DonovanIt's Hot!Show notes for this episode.- Podcast: Call Me Donovan, recorded June 24th, 2024- Introduction: - Welcome back to Call Me Donovan - Donovan's 394th day of alcohol retirement- Update on recent events- Lawn care discussion: - Property is under an acre - Uses a 30-inch Troy-Bilt riding mower - Bought the mower around 2015 for $1,100-$1,200 - Issues with the mower: broken blade belt, flat tire - Problems cutting grass due to mower's engine running poorly - Took the mower to a repair shop; possible carburetor issue- Internet issues on June 19th (Juneteenth): - Limited internet access affecting remote support...
2024-06-2524 minCall Me DonovanBoredomI discuss the topic of boredom and how the abuse of alcohol is a way to stave it off. It’s something I did almost religiously. I also contemplate that I may suffer from ADHD (undiagnosed) and that also had an effect on my abuse of alcohol.A good bit of the episode deals with keeping myself busy with things that I’m finding aren’t really worth it either in time or money, and what I should do about them.Contact Informationemail: don@callmedonovan.comTwitter/Insta/Threads: donadkissonMusic generated by Mubert https://mubert.com/render Get full access...
2024-06-1324 minCall Me DonovanA Roguish EpisodeHey, welcome to another episode of Call Me Donovan. I'm your host, Donovan, from Tifton Media Works, recording on June 10th, 2024. This episode is mainly housekeeping and an apology. I recently moved the podcast from Substack to Acast, inspired by other podcasters I follow and the free tier they offer. I had previously used Transistor.fm, which I liked, but it cost $19 a month without a free option.Over the weekend, I realized I preferred Substack despite some quirks. I announced this on my Substack at callmedonovan.substack.com, so please subscribe there if you haven't yet.During the transition...
2024-06-1019 minCall Me Donovan373 Days and Another Doctor Who EpisodeIn this episode, I celebrate 373 days of being alcohol-free. With it getting closer to summer, the heat reminds me of enjoying cold beer on hot days and whiskey on cold nights, but I'm staying strong in this journey.I've also been dealing with a frustrating computer issue at a client's site that may require a complete reinstall. On a lighter note, I review the latest "Doctor Who" episode, "Dot and Bubble," which I compared to "Black Mirror's" "Nosedive" for its focus on social media addiction. The episode reveals that the residents of a city called Finetime are racist, a plot...
2024-06-1016 minCall Me DonovanCelebrating 366 Days of Sobriety, Doctor Who Surprises, and Sci-Fi Fun with "Atlas"Hey, welcome back to another episode of "Call Me Donovan." It's episode 32, and today is Memorial Day, May 27th, 2024. It's also been 366 days since I quit drinking. This milestone marks the longest period in my life without alcohol, surpassing my previous record from 2017-2018, when I celebrated a year of sobriety with some Apple Crown.Speaking of Apple Crown, I still have fond memories of its taste, which ironically, I now recall when using Apple-scented Dawn Power Wash to clean dishes. Our dishwasher has been out of order since we bought our house in 2006, so we rely on this cleaning...
2024-06-1025 min
Call Me Donovan358 and More Doctor WhoCelebrating 358 days of alcohol retirement (recorded this on day 359) in this episode.Did episode 3 prove my theory? I also discuss how episode 3 of season 14 of Doctor Who maybe, just maybe, restored my faith in the show. The proof will be after the next episode or two airs.CONTACT INFORMATIONemail: don@callmedonovan.comvm/text: 229-796-4009twitter: @donadkissoninsta/threads: donadkisson Get full access to Call Me Donovan at callmedonovan.substack.com/subscribeBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/call-me-donovan--6578547/support.ContactTwitter/Insta/Threads: donadkisson...
2024-06-1013 min
Call Me Donovan373 Days and Another Doctor Who EpisodeIn this episode, I celebrate 373 days of being alcohol-free. With it getting closer to summer, the heat reminds me of enjoying cold beer on hot days and whiskey on cold nights, but I'm staying strong in this journey.I've also been dealing with a frustrating computer issue at a client's site that may require a complete reinstall. On a lighter note, I review the latest "Doctor Who" episode, "Dot and Bubble," which I compare to "Black Mirror's" "Nosedive" for its focus on social media addiction. The episode reveals that the residents of a city called Finetime...
2024-06-0416 minCall Me DonovanCelebrating 366 Days of Sobriety, Doctor Who Surprises, and Sci-Fi Fun with "Atlas"Hey, welcome back to another episode of "Call Me Donovan." It's episode 32, and today is Memorial Day, May 27th, 2024. It's also been 366 days since I quit drinking. This milestone marks the longest period in my life without alcohol, surpassing my previous record from 2017-2018, when I celebrated a year of sobriety with some Apple Crown.Speaking of Apple Crown, I still have fond memories of its taste, which ironically, I now recall when using Apple-scented Dawn Power Wash to clean dishes. Our dishwasher has been out of order since we bought our house in 2006, so we...
2024-05-2725 minCall Me Donovan358 and More Doctor WhoCelebrating 358 days of alcohol retirement (recorded this on day 359) in this episode.Did episode 3 prove my theory? I also discuss how episode 3 of season 14 of Doctor Who maybe, just maybe, restored my faith in the show. The proof will be after the next episode or two airs.CONTACT INFORMATIONemail: don@callmedonovan.comvm/text: 229-796-4009twitter: @donadkissoninsta/threads: donadkisson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-05-2013 min
Call Me DonovanThe Disneyf*ckation of Doctor WhoHey, it's me, celebrating 353 days of being alcohol-free! Thanks for joining in on my journey. But today, I'm doing something different—I'm giving you my take on a TV show, Doctor Who. Now, there's a split in the series, leading to Gatwa's 15th Doctor. Personally, I'm not sold on the split, but hey, it's sci-fi, right? I've been a fan since the '80s, through all the ups and downs. Fast forward to the Disney-funded revival, and we've got bigger budgets and flashy effects, but also a "Disneyf*ckation" of the show. Gatwa and Gibson bring something new, but the wr...
2024-05-1421 min
Call Me Donovan340I apologize if I rehash some things in this episode that I spoke about in the previous episode, but this episode is mainly a test of the Rode PodMic.Main points of this episode:* Testing the Rode PodMic* Discussing the table and chairs I ordered for the recording area in the office* 34-year wedding anniversary* Food (not sure why — oh yeah, the anniversary!)* 340 days of Alcohol Retirement!Shots of the office/studio so farPlease note you may need to visit the episode notes at callmedonovan.com to view the images if they’re not displayed in your podcast app.The gear...
2024-05-0217 min
Call Me Donovan333I’m celebrating 333 days of alcohol retirement! Yay me!In this episode, I discuss some new purchases (some are tech related; some are not). My daughter had a birthday (yep, I’m getting old). I created a new company to focus my content creation endeavors under (separation of concerns). My wife and I used to do two podcasts together, so we’re looking at starting up another one; she’s helping me figure out how to re-arrange my office for using the new gear I purchased and to record the new podcast(s).References (some of these are affiliate links)Tifton M...
2024-04-2432 min
Small Town NewsTifton, GA - We Raffle Off a Pretty Good Slice of Pie, a Ghostbusters Jacket, & a Toy You Can't Play WithWelcome to Tifton, Georgia, "The Friendly City!" Tifton is located in Tift County in southern Georgia. The town and county were named after lumber magnate Henry Harding Tift who established the mill town that ultimately became Tifton. The Georgia Museum of Agriculture is located in the area. It is a 95 acre site consisting of the museum, two 19th century farms, a town and and industrial site. The museum also has the only steam-powered train in regular operation in the state. We hope you enjoy our visit to Tifton!Small Town News--whose headline is it, anyway? @SmallTownNewsImprov
2024-04-0658 minCall Me DonovanAlcohol Retirement Day 297Howdy and welcome back to another episode of Call Me Donovan! I promise I always try to do my best and keep this podcast devoid of politics, but you’ll have to forgive me I didn’t this time. It’s not bad. I’m not ranting, b******g, or moaning about it. It’s an explainer… of sorts. Also, day 297 of alcohol retirement!CONTACT INFORMATIONemail: don@callmedonovan.comvm/text: 229-796-4009twitter: @donadkissoninsta/threads: donadkisson Get full access to Call Me Donovan at callmedonovan.substack.com/subscribeBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com...
2024-03-2025 minCall Me DonovanReflecting on 286 Days of Sobriety: Navigating Life's Oddities, Joy, and PurposeIn this episode, I reflect on my journey of sobriety, marking 286 days since I quit alcohol. I share anecdotes about peculiar conversations, like unplugging lamps at night for safety, and ponder the difference between "blooming" and "flowering." Delving deeper, I discuss the challenges of finding joy and purpose, particularly in the absence of alcohol's temporary relief. I open up about personal struggles, including dwindling intimacy in my relationship. Despite uncertainties, I express a desire to make a difference amidst societal tensions. Join me on this journey of self-discovery as we navigate life's complexities together.CONTACT INFORMATIONemail: don@callmedonovan.comvm/text: 229...
2024-03-0926 minCall Me DonovanDay 260 of Alcohol Retirement and the Plight of the Cable TV CustomerIn this episode that celebrates 260 days of my alcohol retirement, I lament on the challenges of trying to save money with cable tv service along with getting all the channels we want to watch. It’s a disaster.CONTACT INFORMATIONemail: don@callmedonovan.comvm/text: 229-796-4009twitter: @donadkissoninsta/threads: donadkisson Get full access to Call Me Donovan at callmedonovan.substack.com/subscribeBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/call-me-donovan--6578547/support.ContactTwitter/Insta/Threads: donadkissonBlue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/callmedonovan.comVo...
2024-02-1223 minCall Me DonovanDay 241 & 16:8 Intermittent FastingIt’s almost the end of January 2024! Whoohoo! Wait, why am I happy. This year is already moving too darn fast!In this episode, I discuss another life change I’m attempting because, unlike previous alcohol breaks, I’m not losing any dang weight this time! Is it my age? Yeah, probably…Quick note: somewhere between 5 and 6 minutes in this, I say 241 but I didn’t mean weight, I meant days! I had already edited everything before I realize how it sounded. Oy!Hope this CMD episode finds you well!CONTACT INFORMATIONemail: don@callmedonovan.comvm/text: 229-796-4009twitter: @donadkissoninsta/threads: d...
2024-01-2418 minCall Me DonovanNavigating the Nightmare: A Tech Pro's Tale of Domain Drama and Digital DespairHey, folks! Donovan here, and day 228 of Alcohol Retirement brings you a wild ride through a domain name nightmare I tackled this week—something I've never encountered in my 35 years in the tech industry. Picture this: a client on Google Workspace suddenly stops receiving emails, and the culprit? A lapsed domain registered with the infamous GoDaddy. Cue a frustrating three-way call with GoDaddy support, but here's the kicker—no one knew the login credentials.In our desperation, we navigated a confusing ID submission process to reclaim ownership, only to receive a disappointing "we can't help you" response. The twist? The doma...
2024-01-1120 minCall Me DonovanReflections on 54 and 222 Days Sober: Birthdays, Milestones, and Looking Ahead to 2024In this reflective episode, I mark my 54th birthday alongside 222 days of sobriety. As I navigate this milestone, I muse about the passage of time, how each decade feels much like the last, and the significance we place on certain ages. Sharing anecdotes from past celebrations, I discuss the shifting perceptions of birthdays and the simplicity I find in treating this day like any other. Amidst technical glitches at work and the quirks of everyday life, I appreciate the simple joys, like enjoying homemade oatmeal raisin cookies. Expressing my views on the upcoming year and the weighty political climate, I...
2024-01-0415 minCall Me DonovanShaving Woes, Tech Trials, and November Reflections: Sobriety Journey Day 187This is the video that went along with the audio podcast for this episode that was recorded on 11/29/23. I’m testing Substack’s video setup.Hey, folks! It's day 187 of my sobriety journey, and it's November 29th, almost wrapping up this month. I'm gearing up for December. Remember when I talked about having morning coffee with Donovan? Turns out, the equipment I need is pretty expensive and wouldn't arrive until late December, so I decided to hold off on that. Also, I've been dealing with this beard situation. No matter how much I try, I can't find products that soften my b...
2023-12-3114 min
Call Me DonovanSobriety, Podcast Moves, and New Beginnings in 2024!In this episode of Call Me Donovan, I share exciting updates! I kick things off by winning the men's championship in a wrestling section with my friend Sam—a great way to start the day! The big news, though, is that I'm moving the podcast over to Substack. While I have massive respect for my current hosting provider, Substack's free setup and flexibility for my other project, Tifton Talks, won me over.I delve into the evolving landscape of podcasting, touching on challenges like Podcasting 2.0 and its uphill battle for mainstream acceptance due to technical barriers. Despite podcasting's growth, traditional me...
2023-12-3025 min
Call Me DonovanSobriety, Podcast Moves, and New Beginnings in 2024!In this episode of Call Me Donovan, I share exciting updates! I kick things off by winning the men's championship in a wrestling section with my friend Sam—a great way to start the day! The big news, though, is that I'm moving the podcast over to Substack. While I have massive respect for my current hosting provider, Substack's free setup and flexibility for my other project, Tifton Talks, won me over.I delve into the evolving landscape of podcasting, touching on challenges like Podcasting 2.0 and its uphill battle for mainstream acceptance due to technical barriers. Despite po...
2023-12-3025 minTifton TalksMural Missteps: Navigating Community Controversy and Property RightsIn this episode of Tifton Talks, Donovan welcomes Lisa Davis from Sylvester. Lisa finds herself at the heart of a controversy surrounding a mural on a building she recently purchased and renovated for a new business. Not realizing the significance of the mural, Lisa proceeded with her plans to revitalize the building, only to face a storm of criticism.Lisa shares her background, emphasizing her deep connections to the community through various roles like being a former educator, a business owner, and a real estate broker. She discusses her involvement in revitalizing buildings and how she aimed to beautify and...
2023-12-2931 min
Call Me DonovanReflections and Regrets: A Personal Journey to Self-ForgivenessIn this episode of "Call Me Donovan," recorded on December 26, 2023, I open up about a personal reflection triggered by a second take of this recording. Initially, I went through the entire process—recording, editing, and finalizing show notes. But a break for lunch led to a meaningful moment with my wife as we sifted through old family photos.Among the 1,500 pictures, we stumbled upon a set from the early years of our marriage, an era of joy and youthful exuberance. However, my insensitive comment about my wife's hairstyle, unintentionally comparing her to my ex-wife, cast a shadow over that memory. Th...
2023-12-2710 min
Call Me DonovanReflections and Regrets: A Personal Journey to Self-ForgivenessIn this episode of "Call Me Donovan," recorded on December 26, 2023, I open up about a personal reflection triggered by a second take of this recording. Initially, I went through the entire process—recording, editing, and finalizing show notes. But a break for lunch led to a meaningful moment with my wife as we sifted through old family photos.Among the 1,500 pictures, we stumbled upon a set from the early years of our marriage, an era of joy and youthful exuberance. However, my insensitive comment about my wife's hairstyle, unintentionally comparing her to my ex-wife, cast a shadow ov...
2023-12-2610 min
Call Me DonovanUncommon Connections: Navigating Social Waters and Personal Evolution During the HolidaysIn this podcast episode, I marked my 202nd day of sobriety, which was a personal win. My wife and I attended a Christmas party at a local restaurant, stepping out of our usual routine. The food was decent, but the venue's acoustics made conversation difficult.I realized I had little in common with most attendees, even those I knew. This led to some introspection about how my interests differ from the typical Southern culture and how that affects my social interactions. My wife and I often feel like the "black sheep" due to our beliefs and lifestyle choices.Reflecting on...
2023-12-1510 min
ChangeMakers with Katie GoarEpisode 87 | Part Two: Shaundra Clark, Executive Director, Tifton Housing AuthorityIn part two of their conversation, Shaundra discusses the significance of being named the second African-American woman in the nation to be designated as a NAHRO Fellow. This distinguished honor from the National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials recognizes excellence and leadership in the affordable housing industry. Shaundra also shares some of the pivotal events that happened during her time as president of the regional chapter of NAHRO. Shaundra will have the chance to share stories and highlights from her leadership experience with the prominent housing industry organization. Tune in to hear more about her barrier-breaking career in public...
2023-12-0512 minTifton TalksNew Business Spotlight: Ride LocalIn this episode, we've got Brandon Gandy from the Tifton Talks Facebook group. Brandon's been around, did web design for a bit, then switched to driving for Uber and Lyft all around. After the pandemic, he returned to Tifton, where the ride business is a bit different. He discussed the challenges of making a living with Uber in Tifton, mentioning the shutdown of another local cab service.Brandon’s now launched Ride Local Tifton, a competitor to Uber and Lyft. He highlighted the issues with those platforms—low pay for drivers, high charges for riders. Ride Local Tifton aims to chan...
2023-12-031h 00
Call Me DonovanShaving Woes, Tech Trials, and November Reflections: Sobriety Journey Day 187Hey, folks! It's day 187 of my sobriety journey, and it's November 29th, almost wrapping up this month. I'm gearing up for December. Remember when I talked about having morning coffee with Donovan? Turns out, the equipment I need is pretty expensive and wouldn't arrive until late December, so I decided to hold off on that. Also, I've been dealing with this beard situation. No matter how much I try, I can't find products that soften my beard hair, and I have this habit of subconsciously picking at it, causing irritation. Tried various products from Harry's, but no luck. Contouring the...
2023-11-3013 minChangeMakers with Katie GoarEpisode 87 | Part One: Shaundra Clark, Executive Director, Tifton Housing AuthorityThis week's ChangeMaker is Shaundra Clark. Shaundra is the visionary Executive Director of the Tifton Housing Authority in Georgia. With 30 years of experience in public housing, she oversees operations and drives initiatives to expand affordable housing. Under her leadership, Tifton developed the nation's first mobile app for public housing residents. In 2019, she became one of only two African-American women designated as a Fellow by the National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials. Shaundra brings compassion, wisdom, and a commitment to equity to all her work.About Shaundra Clark: Shaundra, a native of Mississippi, has served in the public...
2023-11-2814 min