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The CFAA Fire Alarm Technician’s PodcastEp 50 - The Monitoring conneciton journey to the Fire Department / Codes Corner on S1001 updates in OntarioEpisode 50! Wow! 2 years in and 50 episodes down! This week we have Blair Falkinson from US Digital Designs to discuss the montoring connection and how it gets to our dispatchers and ultimately to the Fire Department first responders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-12-2433 minThe CFAA Fire Alarm Technician’s PodcastEp 49 - Troubleshooting NAC and Speaker circuitsOn this episode, we dig into some advanced troubleshooting techniques for NAC and Speaker circuits and even have a little chat about toners and how they are used.Thanks Steven and Tom!*Apologies for my yappy dog in the background! Bad dog! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-12-0824 minThe CFAA Fire Alarm Technician’s PodcastEp 48 What to expect when you are expecting a ULC 1001 testWith Rob Clark / Aaron Lee on Codes Corner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-11-2419 minThe CFAA Fire Alarm Technician’s PodcastEp 47 - Addressable vs Conventional circuis when troubleshootingOn this episode of the podcast, we dig deeper into troubleshooting techniques and differences between Addressable and Converntional fire alarm circuits. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-11-1028 minThe CFAA Fire Alarm Technician’s PodcastEp 46 - Intro to a Series on Basic TroubleshootingWith Tom Richards and Steven Lott Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-10-2721 minThe CFAA Fire Alarm Technician’s PodcastEp 45 - Lithium Ion Battery Awareness and Safety in your home and at workAnother episode with Deputy Fire Marshall John McBeth to explore the world of batteries and devices that we use around our home that have Lithium Ion Batteries. https://www.oafc.on.ca/about/announcements/fire-news-headlines/office-fire-marshal-warns-ontarians-growing-lithium-ion Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-10-1322 minThe CFAA Fire Alarm Technician’s PodcastEp 44 - Test Your Smoke Alarm Day on Sept 28!Setpember 28th is Test Your Smoke Alarm Day! saved by the Beep is the campaign that the Ontario Fire Marshall's Office have on throughout Ontario and throughout Canada! Please visit https://www.savedbythebeep.ca/resources for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-09-2920 minThe CFAA Fire Alarm Technician’s PodcastEp 43 - Changes to the OBC part 2As promised, here is the second part in our discussion on the changes to the Ontario Building Code for 2025.Thanks to Lui Tai for being on the podcast once again! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-09-1515 minThe CFAA Fire Alarm Technician’s PodcastEp 42 - Changes to the OBC for 2025 part 1On this episode, we discuss the changes to the Ontario Building Code with Lui Tai. Lui has spoken on this topic in the past few months and offers many insights into what to expect with these changes. This is part 1 of a 2 part series on the topic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-09-0134 minThe CFAA Fire Alarm Technician’s PodcastEp 41 - Digital Reporting / Codes update on Alberta Standata on Smoke DampersCindy Leber has been in the Canadian Fire Alarm industry providing digital solutions for reporting for over 20 years! We talk about some of the history of reporting in Canada and where we are at with the recent changes in ULC Standards.Aaron is also back to discuss a Standata recently released in Alberta for a clarification on smoke dampers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-08-0527 minThe CFAA Fire Alarm Technician’s PodcastEp 40 - Behind the scenes at ULC and the National Building Codes CommitteesOn this 40th episode (woah... 40 already!), we get into the codes and standards and how we go about updating them and the process of the hard-working committees, and how YOU can get involved and make a difference to influence the codes and standards!Thanks to Tess Espejo from UL Solutions for being on the podcast to go over this topic. We also have Aaron back for a codes corner to talk about the controversial topic of smoke detectors at the top of elevator shafts and the contemplated changes to the appendix item on...
2025-07-2129 minThe CFAA Fire Alarm Technician’s PodcastEp 39 - Wires Vs Water - Who will prevail! - Or... let's talk Sprinklers!On this episode, we do the ultimate showdown of fire alarm techs vs sprinkler fitters and techs! Well, not really... we get into the situations on site and how we can work better together and what we all really need from each other.Also, check out Chris Logan on the Fire Sprinkler Podcast - available on YouTube and Apple Podcasts and Spotify!Tom Richards has written articles for the CFAA journal and has been on this podcast before and will be on soon again! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...
2025-07-0736 min
The CFAA Fire Alarm Technician’s PodcastEp 38 - Women In EngineeringCelebrating International Women In Engineering Day (INWED), we have 4 women with very different stories on how they moved into fire protection engineering. Please join us for this very informative Podcast!We also have Aaron Lee back to go over ULC standards revisions and what they mean to us when the Building and Fire Codes are updated. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-06-2336 minThe CFAA Fire Alarm Technician’s PodcastEp 37 - Soft Skills - Verbal, Written and Preparation Skills to make your job (and life) easier!On this episode, Chris goes through the new Videos that were recorded with Edge Factor on soft skills, written and verbal communicationhttps://edgefactor.com/my-organization/463fdb55-d27e-429b-9f88-d1844113f65c/content/playerhttps://youtu.be/gfWefg1ayEo?si=qpFjErcEcF0d32cDCodes corner with Aaron Lee is on the upcoming OFC (Ontario Fire Code) changes for Ontario... obviously! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-06-0929 minThe CFAA Fire Alarm Technician’s PodcastEp 36 - 'Like for Like' Replacements? What does that mean? Is it a thing?This week is on a very interesting and slightly divisive topic. What do we consider as 'like for like' replacement of a fire alarm control panel and what should we do to ensure that we are covered for liability when we do these service replacements? Look for the ULC Bulletin 2006-03 for the sub-committee commentary and recommendations on who we must have present for a verification, depending on the situation. Your AHJ would make the final decision on who needs to be present for the verification and what you require from a design professional.We also...
2025-05-2633 minThe CFAA Fire Alarm Technician’s PodcastEp 35 - A 'Junior' Technician's PerspectiveLet's hear from someone who is new to our industry, but not new to the workforce... Aaron brings a different perspective that may help some of our techs with their own struggles to navigate a 'job' vs a 'career'.We also have Aaron Lee talking about the code updates for Ontario. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-05-1218 minThe CFAA Fire Alarm Technician’s PodcastEp 34 - 2 Stage Fire Alarm Systems / Code Changes for Atlantic CanadaThis week, we have a great episode with some good education on what are 2 stage systems, when are they used, and how they differ from other multi-stage systems or single stage systems. Thanks to Rick CHeung from the Vancouver Fire Department for coming on the podcast!Please refer to this guide from the City of Vancouver for their interpretation of this code. https://vancouver.ca/files/cov/vancouver-fire-bulletin-2024-001-2-stage-fire-alarms.pdfWe also had Aaron Lee on the podcast from the Codes and Standards Committee to discuss the code changes for the...
2025-04-2818 minThe CFAA Fire Alarm Technician’s PodcastEp 33 - Above And Beyond AwardsMike Ellis is the Above and Beyond AWard winner for Alberta for 2024. Listen to Mike's story and hear about his venture in safer battery testing with Volt Verify. www.voltverify.ca Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-04-1408 min
Dev Game ClubDGC Ep 425: Fez (part one) Welcome to Dev Game Club, where this week we begin a new series of series on the independent games of the last couple of decades, starting with 2012's Fez. We set the game in its time, talk a bit about its precedents and the landscape of independent games in the middle of that console generation. Dev Game Club looks at classic video games and plays through them over several episodes, providing commentary. Sections played: Single-digit cubes Issues covered: our real plan or lack thereof, early games, the indie revolution, the influences back and forth...
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Renaud DékodeTrump, Guerre Commerciale Mondiale : CHOC pour les géants du numérique !A la Une aujourd'hui : La guerre commerciale mondiale est officiellement lancée avec Donald Trump qui instaure d'importants droits de douane sur les importations aux États-Unis. Ces tarifs, qui entrent en vigueur immédiatement, bouleversent les marchés, en particulier le secteur technologique. Les actions d'Amazon, Nvidia et Meta en souffrent, tandis qu'Apple perd une valeur marchande significative. L'UE s'apprête à réagir, ciblant notamment les services numériques américains, un domaine où elle détient plus de poids. En parallèle, les semi-conducteurs, exemptés des nouveaux tarifs, laissent entrevoir des opportunités pour des acteurs comme...
2025-04-0430 minThe CFAA Fire Alarm Technician’s PodcastEP 32 - Codes And Standards CommitteeWith Aaron Lee Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-03-1016 minThe CFAA Fire Alarm Technician’s PodcastEp 31 - The AHJ's Perspective - A discussion with Fire Safety InspectorsHave you ever had the chance to really listen and get to know what the fire safety officers do in your town? Today we have a discussion with two members of the fire service in the Calgary area.Comments? Email us at marketing@cfaa.ca Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-02-2421 minThe CFAA Fire Alarm Technician’s PodcastEp 30 - Above And Beyond Award winner - with our Quebec chapter winner (in French)This week we bring the Quebec chapter of the CFAA (the ACAI in French) to the podcast to introduce us to their 2024 winner of the Above and Beyond Award!The first part is in French and then I offer a summary translation at the end for those who didn't -quite- catch it all!Thanks to Raphael for taking the reigns and leading the interview in my SECOND language! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-02-1019 minThe CFAA Fire Alarm Technician’s PodcastEp 29 - ISO 17024 Certification for Technicians?This week, we talk to Suzanne Alfano (Executive Director of the CFAA) Stephen Ames (past President and currently working on the ISO certification project for the CFAA) about the contemplated certification to ISO standard 17024. We discuss the process and where we are so far in this journey. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-01-2724 minThe CFAA Fire Alarm Technician’s PodcastEp 28 - Above And Beyond Awards Pt 2Welcome to 2025! Here is our first episode of the year and we continue with interviews with the Above and Beyond Award Winners. Tony Hodder, Victoria Boltsis and Aliaksandr Shamshur share some of their experiences in fire alarm and why they think they were awarded this prize. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-01-1324 minThe CFAA Fire Alarm Technician’s PodcastEp 27 - End Of Year RoundupOn this Year-End episode, I have asked a few of my past guests and also Suzanne Alfano, Executive Director fo the CFAA and Jordan Klemick, Current President of the CFAA, to give us some year end summary of what we are doing at the executive committee level and what we have planned in 2025.I was also able to bring on Cathy and Mark, who have been on the podcast in the past and have rolls within chapters of the CFAA. I wish you all a Happy New Year and we will see you...
2024-12-3028 minThe CFAA Fire Alarm Technician’s PodcastEp 26 - Above And Beyond Awards Part 1This is the first of a multi-part series where we wil feature an interview with each of the award winners of our technician's committee Above and Beyond Awards. Trevor Ritchie (Drapeau Fire) was the winner for the Eastern Chapter of Ontario and Woody Gradin (Troy Life and Fire Safety) won for the Saskatchewan chapter. They give us their insights on what fires them up (pun intended...) about the industry and their job and what makes them go "Above and Beyond"! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-12-1626 minThe CFAA Fire Alarm Technician’s PodcastEp 25 - Behind The Curtain of the CFAA Executive Board and Committees Pt 2Part 2 of the podcast on a behind the scenes of the CFAA board of directors and committees. This episode focuses on the technicians and how you as a tech can get involved, what the levels of membership in the CFAA look like, and other topics of interest to our technician members. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-12-0217 minThe CFAA Fire Alarm Technician’s PodcastEp 24 - Behind the Curtain of the CFAA Executive Board and Committees Pt 1This week, we take a look 'behind the curtain of the CFAA Boards and Committees and see how the sausage is made! We will dive into each of the committees and see how they all work together to make the engine run for the CFAA. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-11-1821 minThe CFAA Fire Alarm Technician’s PodcastEp 23 - AI tools being used in Fire AlarmThis week's episode is with Pery Zerbinos and we discuss some of the best use cases for AI (currently) and how it is shaping our future in fire alarm reporting and getting our work done. This podcast may be at the highest risk of being obsolete in a year! We will see... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-11-0421 minThe CFAA Fire Alarm Technician’s PodcastEp 22 - Deficiencies in S536-2019 and S537 2019 (Part 2)This week is a long-ish episode and is more of a discussion with Mark and Tom on what we have been discovering as we have started working wiht the new standards. We focus on the topic of deficiencies and how some parts are open to some interpretation.Would you like to come on the podcast? Send me a line at marketing@cfaa.ca Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-10-2135 minThe CFAA Fire Alarm Technician’s PodcastEp 21 - The past, present and future of CFAA EducationThis week's episode is with Randy Panesar from Durham College and we go over where we were, where we are, and where we are going in education for fire alarm systems in Canada. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-10-0730 minThe CFAA Fire Alarm Technician’s PodcastEp 20 - Deficiencies in the new ULC standards' updatesOn this episode, Mark and I discuss some of the definitions and parameters around 'what is a deficiency?' We will have more episodes to come on this very important subject, as this affects all of your work as a fire alarm technician and how you report and comment on things that 'aren't right'.Thanks again Mark for joining! 20 episodes down!If you would like to join me on the podcast, send an email to marketing@cfaa.ca Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...
2024-09-2328 minThe CFAA Fire Alarm Technician’s PodcastEp 19 - Elevator shaft applications using Aspiration detectionThis week, we delve into the technical requirements of using Aspiration detection in an elevator shaft. With the new standards and the references to spot detectors being considered a deficiency if they are placed in elevator shafts (and other hard-to-access areas), we require better ways of doing fire detection in these spaces. Erik is one of the Field Application Engineers at Xtralis and provides great insight into ways that we can mitigate troubles and false alarm issues when using Aspiration detection in elevator shafts.Thank you Erik for your time and providing some great education for...
2024-09-0922 minThe CFAA Fire Alarm Technician’s PodcastEp 18 - Door Mag Locks and Fire Alarm Interconnections and testingThis week's episode is all about door mag locks and how we test these devices as Fire Alarm Technicians. Ray was able to join us and go over this presentation that he did for the Central Ontario chapter earlier this year. Thanks for joining us, Ray! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-08-2621 minThe CFAA Fire Alarm Technician’s PodcastEp 17 - Fire Alarm CablingThis week we talk cable with Gabriel from Cerco Cable. He has a lot of information to share on the codes and types and cable that are used in Fire Alarm. Another great episode to use for reference for more knowledge on cabling. Gabriel can be contacted at:gsenechal@cercocable.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-08-1222 minThe CFAA Fire Alarm Technician’s PodcastEp 16 - What is “performanced-based design” and how does it affect my inspections?This week, we talk to Steven Forrester, a building code consultant from New Brunswick. We delve into the terminology of performance-based design and how it can affect your inspections as a tech and what to look for in a building that may have some type of design modification from the building codes.Contact Steven at sforrester@valfor.ca Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-07-2920 min
The CFAA Fire Alarm Technician’s PodcastEp 15 - An Introduction to Camp MollyThis week we have a profile on a great outreach initiative for young women interested in the Fire Protection industry! Camp Molly is discussed and the history and where they are headed with this program.Thanks Victoria for coming on to discuss.www.campmolly.caFor more info on the history and story of Molly Williams:http://shemadehistory.com/molly-wiliams/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-07-1518 min
Fire Sprinkler PodcastIntroducing the CFAA Fire Alarm Technicians Podcast with Tim RenaudThis episode of the Fire Sprinkler Podcast is my conversation with Tim Renaud. Tim is the host of the new (ish) CFAA Fire Alarm Technicians Podcast, where he digs into various aspects of the Fire Alarm Industry. Based out of Vancouver BC, Canada, Tim's podcast talks various installation techniques, products, and aspects of the fire alarm industry of concern! Enjoy!
2024-07-0114 minThe CFAA Fire Alarm Technician’s PodcastEp 14 - Software tools for Fire Alarm Sales ManagementThis week we have Frank on the podcast to discuss software tools to improve quoting speed and efficiency and general management of a fire alarm company using newer tools and AI. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-07-0120 minThe CFAA Fire Alarm Technician’s PodcastEp 13 - Code Changes for Ontario effective Jan 2025 and Battery Testing SafetyThis episode is on the very important subject of Battery Testing and the safety considerations when testing the batteries for our fire alarm systems. We also go over some of the code changes that may have already hit Western Canada, but are due to hit Ontario in January 2025.There is a related article battery testing safety that Aaron Lee from Atkins Realis in Ontario contributed in this edition of the CFAA Journal. It is a great read and adds to the discussion that Brett and I had. Please look to this link and go to the...
2024-06-1726 minThe CFAA Fire Alarm Technician’s PodcastEp12 - Troubleshooting tipsThis episode was a great discussion with Brett Roach on some tips for troubleshooting and also some tips on dealing with your clients on site when there’s a trouble on the fire alarm panel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-06-0315 minThe CFAA Fire Alarm Technician’s PodcastEp 11 - ULC S561 Central Station MonitoringThis episode sees the return of Brent Early from Winnipeg Manitoba. Brent is very active in the local chapter of the Manitoba CFAA and brings an owner’s representative-perspective to the topic of off-site monitoring connections. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-05-2014 minThe CFAA Fire Alarm Technician’s PodcastEp 10 - Women In Fire Alarm Part 3We conclude our 3 part series in conversation with women in Fire Alarm. Recorded earlier this year in Winnipeg MB. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-05-0611 minThe CFAA Fire Alarm Technician’s PodcastEp 9 - Software tools for reportingThis week’s episode is all about the latest tools being used to make reporting and compliance so much easier for fire alarm technicians, AHJ’s and End Users. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-04-2919 minThe CFAA Fire Alarm Technician’s PodcastEp 8 - Women In Fire Alarm Part 2We continue our conversation from earlier this year in Winnipeg. A look into the experiences and perspectives of women in the fire alarm industry Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-04-1516 minThe CFAA Fire Alarm Technician’s PodcastEp 7 - S1001 Standard for Integrated Systems Testing: An OverviewOn this episode, we discuss the S1001 Standard for Integrated Systems Testing and some of the points to consider for Fire Alarm Techs as they start to be more involved in some aspects of these tests.Brett can be reached at WWW.BRDESIGNSASK.CA City Of regina Bulletin on S1001 https://www.regina.ca/export/sites/Regina.ca/bylaws-permits-licences/building-demolition/.galleries/pdfs/Advisory-CANULC-S1001-Integrated-Systems-Testing.pdfThe ULC Standard can be found here and can be viewed for FREE: https://www.shopulstandards.com/ProductDetail.aspx?productId=ULC1001_1_S_20110901
2024-04-0119 minThe CFAA Fire Alarm Technician’s PodcastEp 6 - End User’s perspective on new codesThis episode is a conversation with Brent Early, an owner’s representative who deals specifically with the fire protection for that government of Manitoba’s building and assets. Brent is active in CFAA Manitoba chapter and is involved in National committees also. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-03-1820 minThe CFAA Fire Alarm Technician’s PodcastEp 5 - Changes to 536-2019This episode is a discussion with Mark Wilson on some of the changes to S536. Let us know what you think at marketing@cfaa.ca Do you want to get more involved in the CFAA? We need you! Please reach out at marketing@cfaa.ca and we can get you in touch with some of our committees to see what works best for you and your schedule. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-03-0418 minThe CFAA Fire Alarm Technician’s PodcastEp 4 - Women In Fire Alarm part 1This episode is a panel discussion on the experiences of women in the fire alarm industry. This is part 1 of a discussion that took place in Winnipeg in Jan 2024. We will have part 2 of this discussion coming very soon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-02-1916 minThe CFAA Fire Alarm Technician’s PodcastEp 3 - CFAA position statement on qualified personnelOn this episode, I have Derrick Bertrand , Vice President of the CFAA Manitoba Chapter. We were able to get together in Winnipeg and discuss the new position statement on ‘qualified technicians’ and how it can be used across Canada.Here is the link to the official position statement:https://www.cfaa.ca/news/cfaa-position-statement-qualified-personnel-for-the-verification-inspection-repair-and-maintenance-of-fire-alarm-systems-in-canada Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-02-0515 minThe CFAA Fire Alarm Technician’s PodcastEp 2 - Changes to NBCC codes coming to many provincesOn this episode, Brett and I review the changes coming to the provinces as they adopt versions of the 2020 NBCC and associated ULC standards.This episode was recorded in early Dec 2023 and there have been some updates to code adoption. Saskatchewan quickly adopted the new NBCC 2020 effective Jan 1st 2024 and announced it a week after we had recorded this podcast. Other provinces are constantly updating their own date to adopt the code, so please keep checking with your AHJ.Brett can be reached at brdesignsask.caAs mentioned in the...
2024-01-2215 minThe CFAA Fire Alarm Technician’s PodcastEp 1 - Introduction to the show and interview with Mark WilsonOn the first episode of the show, Mark Wilson and I discuss the latest news in the Alberta chapter of the CFAA and we also summarize what we would like to see on this podcast in future episodes.Any comments? Please send to marketing@cfaa.ca Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-12-3016 min
SheRecovery Podcast with Crystal Renaud DayS4 E1: Crystal Renaud Day - Answering Listener Questions about Recovery & HealingAfter almost one year away, we're back! In the Season 4 opener of the SheRecovery Podcast, you’ll hear from host Crystal Renaud Day as she answers the questions you have submitted via social media in the last few weeks. From your submissions, Crystal has selected a variety of questions to answer on a variety of topics including accountability do's and don'ts, masturbation, recovery while dating, recovery in marriage, relapse, shame, and more.If you have an addiction story, have a passion for recovery, and/or have a suggestion for a future guest/topic, tell us about it...
2023-01-3155 min
The Lonely Pipette : helping scientists do better scienceTLP #18 : Why do we go to conferences? - Jean-Léon, Rita, Mariaceleste, TimGet ready for 2023 ! In this special episode, we're going to change the narrative. We're going to dive into this original narrative-interview with 4 scientists who experienced an original meeting with us. Invited by Jean-Leon Maître in the south of France at the fondation Les Treilles, are you ready to ask yourself why you go to science conferences?Our special guests are : Jean-Léon Maître, the organizer of the meeting, CNRS research director at the Institut Curie, at Paris, FranceRita Mateus, group leader at the Max Planck Institute of Molec...
2023-01-1043 min
Roll Pod: An Alabama sports show from Bama247BREAKING: Four-star DE Jordan Renaud commits to AlabamaJordan Renaud is rolling with the Crimson Tide. Earlier on Monday, the four-star edge defender announced his intention to join former Tyler (Tx.)-Legacy teammate Jamarion Miller in Tuscaloosa. What does the addition of the 6-foot-4, 245-pound Renaud mean for Nick Saban's latest recruiting effort? In addition to discussing Renaud's decision from every angle, BOL publisher Tim Watts and senior analyst Travis Reier preview the upcoming decision of four-star wide receiver Jalen Hale. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy
2022-09-1911 min
Get 2 Know with Rob FowlerGet 2 Know David DicksonHe has shown us how science can be found everywhere and has been a steady presence through the storms for the last three years. David Dickson, our friend and colleague, is leaving News 2 for a great opportunity to use his wonderful storytelling and science skills in Columbia. Hear more about it in this week's “Get2Know” podcast.
2021-12-1021 min
Get 2 Know with Rob FowlerGet 2 Know Olivia LawrenceShe is the latest edition to our Storm Team, and is ready to tell us about the weather every weekend evening on News2. Get2Know Olivia Lawrence in our latest podcast with Rob Fowler.
2021-12-0313 minGet 2 Know with Rob FowlerGet 2 Know Grace LoweIn this latest edition of Get2Know, we learn more about one of our newest News 2 Team Members, Meteorologist Grace Lowe. She has always loved weather, and like many of us, had an experience early in life that steered her in the weather direction. You will see Grace every weekend morning talking Lowcountry weather.
2021-11-2615 minGet 2 Know with Rob FowlerGet 2 Know One 80 PlaceTheir mission is simple, to end and prevent homelessness. Their vision is that everyone has a home. Find out all about One80 Place, and how they are determined more than ever before to take care of their clients, and get them back on their feet. We also talk about a very special day coming up on November 23rd! It’s called Turkey and a 20, and you don’t want to miss it!
2021-11-1915 minGet 2 Know with Rob FowlerGet 2 Know: Habitat for HumanityThe mission is Seeking to put God's Love in Motion, bringing people together to build homes, communities, and hope. In our latest "Get2Know" podcast, we find out more about Habitat for Humanity, and how they are changing lives, with the help of others. We also talk about a big initiative coming up, just in time for Christmas.
2021-11-1218 min
SheRecovery Podcast with Crystal Renaud DayS2 E10: Crystal Renaud Day - Answering Questions Submitted by You (Season 2 Finale)In S2E10, the finale of Season 2 of the SheRecovery Podcast, you’ll hear from host Crystal Renaud Day as she answers the questions you have submitted via listener feedback throughout the last season. From your submissions, Crystal has selected a variety of questions to answer on a variety of topics including masturbation, relationships/dating, martial sex, shame, temptation and recovery advice, and more. The SheRecovery Podcast will return with Season 3 in January 2022. If you have an addiction story, have a passion for recovery and healing, and/or have a suggestion for a future guest, tell us...
2021-11-1258 minGet 2 Know with Rob FowlerGet 2 Know Jeff McCarragherAt one time, he wanted to be a meteorologist, but now, the multi-talented Charleston resident Jeff McCarragher is the Voice of Cornhole on ESPN and several other networks. Many of you may also remember Jeff as the voice of the College of Charleston Cougars as well. Hear all about Jeff’s journey in our latest Get2Know Community podcast.
2021-11-0520 minGet 2 Know with Rob FowlerGet 2 Know Gary Leonard of the Charleston Exchange ClubIt’s a rite of passage every fall here in the Lowcountry, the Coastal Carolina Fair. In this latest episode of “Get2Know”, we talk to Gary Leonard of the Charleston Exchange Club about what to expect this year, as the Fair is back after taking last year off due to Covid.
2021-10-2917 minGet 2 Know with Rob FowlerGet 2 Know Sundi HerringShe has worked for the American Cancer Society for years, helping others cope with the news that they have Cancer. In May of this year, Sundi Herring heard those words herself, with a diagnosis of breast cancer. Hear how Sundi handled the news, and how she survived in this inspirational podcast.
2021-10-2221 min
Faith Hope Love with Melissa MooreEpisode 45–90 Days to Wholeness: Porn Addiction Recovery with Crystal Renaud DayAre you looking for help, hope, and healing from pornography and sexual addiction?
Crystal Renaud Day shares her personal experience with pornography addiction and how her organization--SheRecovery--helps women find fellowship and support from other women all across the world.
"If you have a problem with porn or unwanted sexual behavior, and you are experiencing shame, shame does not come from God. Shame is what the enemy speaks. Christ says you are whole, loved, and worthy--worthy to die for. He would never speak shame, condemnation, death, and despair over you. He speaks to you with love, grace, and compassion. Break the...
2021-10-2033 minGet 2 Know with Rob FowlerGet 2 Know Gloria GaynorShe is known around the world for her song “I Will Survive” and is coming to Charleston in November. Hear her amazing story, including how “I Will Survive” was actually not supposed to be the big hit it later became. We “Get2Know” the one and only Gloria Gaynor in our latest podcast.
2021-10-1512 minGet 2 Know with Rob FowlerGet 2 Know Tracey Rankin, “Happy Wheels” executive directorThe mission is simple, bringing smiles to hospitalized children all over the state of South Carolina. In this latest edition of our “Get2Know“ podcast, we talk to “Happy Wheels” executive director Tracey Rankin about how the program got started, and the impact it is having statewide.
2021-10-0819 minGet 2 Know with Rob FowlerGet 2 Know Tate NationHe’s a contemporary artist known for his bright, abstract paintings of traditional Charleston culture. Those paintings are often turned into puzzles showcasing his beautiful work. Get 2 Know local artist Tate Nation in this week’s podcast.
2021-10-0123 minGet 2 Know with Rob FowlerGet 2 Know Brandy Rucker Sullivan with The Have NotsAre you ready for a few laughs in this week’s podcast? We had a great conversation with one of the leaders of the local improv group “The Have Nots, who perform regularly at Theatre 99 in Downtown Charleston. Brandy Rucker Sullivan will keep you laughing, and we find out what makes her tick this week!
2021-09-2419 minGet 2 Know with Rob FowlerGet 2 Know Irv Batten, Cooper River Bridge Run Race DirectorThe Cooper River Bridge Run is now just over a week away, and we had a chance to sit down with Race Director Irv Batten recently. “Get2Know” Irv in this week’s Community Podcast. After our taping, it was announced that a vaccination card or negative COVID-19 test result would be required to participate in the on-site run
2021-09-1720 minGet 2 Know with Rob FowlerGet 2 Know Twan Richardson and Troy McClainTwan Richardson, otherwise known as “Lady T” and Troy McClain of The Channel Consulting Firm are spreading positivity throughout our community any way they can, including raising money and collecting Toys for Tots each year. Get2Know” more about them here on our weekly podcast!
2021-09-1021 minGet 2 Know with Rob FowlerGet 2 Know Dr. Kenneth Perry of Trident Health SystemHe has been on the front lines of COVID-19 since it started, and has been one of the main communicators of what this virus is, and what it can, and has done. “Get2Know” Dr. Kenneth Perry of Trident Health System in Episode #27 of Rob Fowler’s weekly community podcast.
2021-09-0320 minGet 2 Know with Rob FowlerGet 2 Know Katie Turner and John BarronIt’s our newest anchor team at WCBD-TV, and they are ready to have some fun! Meet Katie Turner and John Barron, we are going to show you what “Living Local” here in the Lowcountry is all about! It’s Episode 26 in Rob Fowler’s weekly podcast.
2021-08-2717 minGet 2 Know with Rob FowlerGet 2 Know UofSC head football coach Shane BeamerHe is now the man in charge of the University of South Carolina Football program, and his main objective is to build a program that develops young men into winners on the football field and in life. You don't want to miss this conversation with Coach Shane Beamer in our 25th Episode of "Get 2 Know" with StormTeam2 Chief Meteorologist Rob Fowler.
2021-08-2024 minGet 2 Know with Rob FowlerGet 2 Know musician Lauren HallShe is a local singer who is climbing the ladder quickly. Hear the story of how Lauren Hall got her start, and what her goals and aspirations are now in Episode #24 of our Get2Know Podcast. Lauren also performs one of her favorite songs for us.
2021-08-1321 minGet 2 Know with Rob FowlerGet 2 Know the gold medal family of Jasmine Camacho-QuinnLast Friday we talked with James Quinn and Maria Camacho-Quinn about Jasmine Camacho-Quinn’s mindset going into the 100-meter hurdle finals in the Tokyo Olympics. Two days later, on Sunday, an Olympic Gold Medal was in hand! Listen to our entire conversation about the Quinn Family in this week’s Get2Know Podcast
2021-08-0613 minGet 2 Know with Rob FowlerGet 2 Know Patrick BryantGet 2 Know Patrick Bryant who offers many great tips and stories about starting your own business in this week’s podcast.
2021-07-3023 minGet 2 Know with Rob FowlerGet 2 Know Sarah Gipe YandleThe local real estate market is hot. In this week’s episode of Get 2 Know, we speak with local realtor Sarah Gipe Yandle about real estate in the Lowcountry.
2021-07-2324 minGet 2 Know with Rob FowlerGet 2 Know News 2 Sports Director Mark MorganIn Episode #20, we welcome our new WCBD News 2 Sports Director Mark Morgan back to Charleston! “Get2Know” what Mark has been up to over the last few years, and what brought him back home! It’s a great discussion you don’t want to miss.
2021-07-1616 minGet 2 Know with Rob FowlerGet 2 Know Attorney David AylorHe is a local attorney who is successful in the courtroom but is possibly better known for what he does outside of the practice of law. Hear the story behind David Aylor, and what motivates him to give back to his community in this week’s “Get2Know” podcast.
2021-07-0919 minGet 2 Know with Rob FowlerGet 2 Know Jeff Witherspoon of Eager2MotivateOur podcast guest this week is the creator of one of the hottest fitness programs going today! It’s called Eager2Motivate, or E2M for short. Jeff Witherspoon also has Charleston ties, and he credits that connection with helping him get where he is today. Hear all about it in this latest Get2Know episode!
2021-07-0219 minGet 2 Know with Rob FowlerGet 2 Know Rebecca ArdShe is a wife, mother, and in the best shape of her life! Find out how Rebecca Ard balances life and fitness in this week’s Get2Know podcast with StormTeam2 Chief Meteorologist Rob Fowler.
2021-06-2518 minGet 2 Know with Rob FowlerGet 2 Know Anna DassingAs the school year ends for most schools this week, it’s a good time to look back at a year filled with twists and turns, and adjustments on the fly. In this week’s episode of “Get2Know,” StormTeam2 Chief Meteorologist Rob Fowler talks to Anna Dassing, principal of Lucy Beckham High School in Mt. Pleasant. She tells us how the new school fared during COVID, and what the future holds in Bengal Country.
2021-06-1817 minGet 2 Know with Rob FowlerGet 2 Know Kristin SmoakFrom middle school to high school, then college, and 11 years of pro baseball. Kristin Smoak talks about her life with her husband Justin Smoak, who is now playing in Japan. It’s a “home run” of a conversation on this episode of “Get2Know”.
2021-06-1127 minGet 2 Know with Rob FowlerGet 2 Know Rodney Scott of Rodney Scott's BBQHe will enter the Barbecue Hall of Fame in September, and we had the pleasure of hearing his story in our latest Get2Know Podcast. You don’t want to miss our chat with the Pitmaster himself, Rodney Scott.
2021-06-0417 minGet 2 Know with Rob FowlerGet 2 Know Mary Alice MonroeMore than 7.5 million copies of her books have been published worldwide, and she’s earned numerous accolades and awards, including induction into the South Carolina Academy of Authors’ Hall of Fame. Mary Alice Monroe is our guest beginning Friday on our weekly “Get2Know” podcast. We also have a little surprise for my sister Dawne, who is a big fan!
2021-05-2817 minGet 2 Know with Rob FowlerGet 2 Know Kacie MyersShe had a dream a few years ago, and worked hard to make it happen. In this week’s podcast, we “Get2Know” Kacie Faulling Myers, and how the companies she founded, Lashes and Lace and HaberdasH made a bride and groom's wishes come true.
2021-05-2118 minGet 2 Know with Rob FowlerGet 2 Know Debbie AntonelliGet 2 Know Debbie Antonelli, a basketball analyst, and mother of three – she chats with Rob Fowler about basketball and the Special Olympics.
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Get 2 Know with Rob FowlerGet 2 Know Katie Blomquist of 'Going Places'Get 2 Know Katie Blomquist, the Executive Director of Going Places. It’s a non-profit whose goal and mission is to provide disadvantaged kids with their most basic childhood right – a right to joy. Hear Katie’s story of how Going Places started and why.
2021-05-0725 minGet 2 Know with Rob FowlerGet 2 Know Coach Pat KelseyHe has jumped in with both feet, in fact, he even created a special hashtag (#OurCity) as soon as he arrived in Charleston. Meet brand new College of Charleston head basketball coach Pat Kelsey in this week’s edition of Rob Fowler’s Get2Know podcast! It’s a great conversation about life and basketball.
2021-04-3021 minGet 2 Know with Rob FowlerGet 2 Know Chick-fil-A's Jerry WalkowiakWhat started out as a simple video tweet from Mt. Pleasant Mayor Will Haynie, turned into a worldwide viral moment for our guest this week on “Get2Know” - Jerry Walkowiak of Chick-fil-A. All it took was a little Chick-fil-A magic, and the lines at a vaccination clinic moved a little faster.
2021-04-2315 minGet 2 Know with Rob FowlerGet 2 Know Art ZimmermanGet 2 Know Art Zimmerman, a local advertising agency owner, runner, and author – he shares tips about running later in life and discusses his book “Run for Your Life,” and how he’s an inspiration to those who want to start running in their later years.
2021-04-1625 minGet 2 Know with Rob FowlerGet 2 Know Chris SingletonIn this candid conversation, Get 2 Know one of the most inspirational people you will meet – Chris Singleton – author, keynote speaker, son of Sharonda Coleman-Singleton who was killed in the Charleston Church Shooting in June 2015.
2021-04-0918 minGet 2 Know with Rob FowlerGet 2 Know Kelsey RiggsIn this week’s episode, Get 2 Know Kelsey Riggs, a James Island native who is now a major part of the ACC Network.
2021-04-0230 minGet 2 Know with Rob FowlerGet 2 Know LB DantzlerGet 2 Know LB Dantzler, a former South Carolina baseball player turned businessman explains how his experience in sports is helping to better the career of others.
2021-03-2621 minGet 2 Know with Rob FowlerGet 2 Know Quintin WashingtonGet 2 Know local journalist Quintin Washington. This week, Rob Fowler turns the microphone around on Quintin who spends his days interviewing newsmakers from across the community.
2021-03-1915 minGet 2 Know with Rob FowlerGet 2 Know Tonya Estes - WCBD News DirectorGet 2 Know the news director at WCBD News 2, Tonya Estes, and her journey in television news. Plus, her recommendations for young journalists.
2021-03-1219 minGet 2 Know with Rob FowlerGet 2 Know Gray Soapes - WCBD General ManagerRob Fowler speaks with WCBD-TV General Manager Gray Soapes about his journey in the television industry and gets a little insight on behind the scenes of a local TV station.
2021-03-0417 min
HUNKSS1E74 Winnipeg Fringe – J.D. RenaudIn this live Winnipeg Fringe podcast we’re joined by stellar storyteller J.D. Renaud! First up, Tim Learns the nefarious origins of the bikini, and we riff on a Nasa intern whole stole some priceless space rocks for some curiously kinky reasons.
Next, we get to Breaking J.D. as we descend down a mime’s shaft (as disturbing as it sounds), J.D. gets a real cool jacket, we save Harold Houdini from certain death, and face off against a very angry mime.
Finally, in a very special Two Truths & A Lie, J.D. t...
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