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Vertical Farming Podcast - Conversations with CEOs, Founders & Leaders in AgTech & CEAS12E158 Kirk Taylor/Land Betterment - From Abandoned Mines to Thriving Farms: VisionEver wondered how to revitalize struggling communities while promoting sustainable practices? I had the pleasure of speaking with Kirk Taylor, co-founder of Land Betterment Corporation, about their innovative approach to community development and sustainable agriculture. Kirk's background in accounting and finance, combined with his entrepreneurial spirit, led him to tackle the challenges faced by transitioning communities in areas like Kentucky, West Virginia, and southern Indiana.We discussed Land Betterment's unique projects, including the transformation of abandoned industrial sites into housing solutions and the development of container-based farms in partnership with Anu. Kirk explained how their 20-foot shipping...2025-03-2153 min
Middle Tech293. Anu & Land Betterment: Scott Massey & Kirk Taylor on Partnering to Nourish Communities SustainablyIn this episode, Logan Jones sits down with Scott Massey, co-founder and CEO of Anu, and Kirk Taylor, co-founder and president of Land Betterment. They discuss their partnership to develop and sell autonomous fresh produce growing systems using Eco Solutions' upcycled shipping containers. We explore the technology behind Anu's self-nurturing pods, the scalable solutions for food security, and the journey Scott Massey took from his days at Purdue University to creating a product aimed at fighting food insecurity. The episode also covers the business aspects, the impact on local communities, and the future aspirations of this pioneering project.
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SkaļākAudiostāsts: Militārais sapnis vai murgs“Apsveicu, tu esi laimējis loterijā”, šī nav pirmā lieta, kas nāk prātā saistībā ar obligāto valsts aizsardzības dienestu, taču tā ir mūsu stāsta varoņa pieredze. Sabiedrībā pastāv aizspriedumi saistībā ar obligāto valsts aizsardzības dienestu, taču “Tie nav vairs padomju laiki, kur tevi sita un pazemoja” tāda ir brīvprātīgi dienējošā varoņa pieredze.Vai obligātais dienests atbilst mūsdienu pasaules izaugsmes standartiem un vai jaunieši tam piekrīt?
Miks Olafs Matevičs, Elizabete Hroloviča, Ralfs Kiršteins, Marsels Krūmkalns, Studentu medijs Sk...2024-07-1612 min
The AncientsSpartacus: Life or Legend‘I am Spartacus!’ In the field of epic film making, the 1960 historical drama ‘Spartacus’ is legendary. Directed by Stanley Kubrick, and starring Kirk Douglas and Laurence Olivier, it is undoubtedly a classic. But how much of the plot has emerged from the true story of a Thracian gladiator and slave who escaped his Roman captors and led an unsuccessful but impressive rebellion against their oppressors? And how much of the film’s message was formed by the personalities involved in its creation, and the context in which it was made?In her own words, Dr Fiona Radford de...2024-05-2247 minThe AncientsSpartacus: Life or Legend‘I am Spartacus!’ In the field of epic film making, the 1960 historical drama ‘Spartacus’ is legendary. Directed by Stanley Kubrick, and starring Kirk Douglas and Laurence Olivier, it is undoubtedly a classic. But how much of the plot has emerged from the true story of a Thracian gladiator and slave who escaped his Roman captors and led an unsuccessful but impressive rebellion against their oppressors? And how much of the film’s message was formed by the personalities involved in its creation, and the context in which it was made?In her own words, Dr Fiona Radford de...2024-05-2247 min
Music, Mindfulness, & MadnessReinvention: Crisis, Boredom, or Vision?Reinvention is everywhere in popular culture. Reinvention can be driven by crisis, need for change, deliberate intention, or sudden inspiration. It is easier said than done! In this episode, we consider and discuss what it takes to transform and transcend yourself.Michael Hateley:Lotus Mastering http://lotusmastering.com/Hello CrowHello Crow, Michael's new EP is available now! Extra Fancy "You Look Like a Movie Star":https://youtu.be/0pE1TqlWHCkBaldyloks (Michael Hateley & John Napier):https://baldyloks.bandcamp.com/2023-04-3054 min
Music, Mindfulness, & MadnessTHX Talk with Jason Fiber and Kasson Crooker!A few weeks back we had the great pleasure of talking with the dynamic duo of THX: CEO Jason Fiber and Director of Product Development Kasson Crooker. Jason Fiber has worn many hats, done many things in the alternative and underground music scene, and now heads up one of the biggest names in audio visual technology.The insanely dynamic and prolific Kasson Crooker is an electronic music artist, video game music composer, video game developer, sound designer, and music producer, with many games and music releases to his credit.In this episode, we t...2023-04-181h 30
Music, Mindfulness, & MadnessTaking Risks. Making Changes. Living Without Regret.Taking risks. Making changes. Living without regret. Easier said than done! This episode, we ruminate and wonder what could be and what might have been. Michael Hateley:Lotus Mastering http://lotusmastering.com/Hello CrowHello Crow, Michael's new EP is available now! Extra Fancy "You Look Like a Movie Star":https://youtu.be/0pE1TqlWHCkBaldyloks (Michael Hateley & John Napier):https://baldyloks.bandcamp.com/Dee Madden:https://www.deemadden.com/Dee's new album Paisley Madrigals is out n...2023-03-191h 17
Music, Mindfulness, & MadnessGratitude Report: What Works and What's Good?This episode we talk about what's good and recent wins in our respective worlds. Keeping a positive thread in our thinking makes all the difference. Frankie Laine, who sang "What Kind of Fool Am I".Sammy Davis Jr.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YcHyCdvBnIUSam Lipsyte "No One Left To Come Looking For You".20 Feet from Stardom.Michael Hateley:Lotus Mastering http://lotusmastering.com/Hello CrowHello Crow, Michael's new EP is available now! Extra Fancy "You Look...2023-03-121h 31
Music, Mindfulness, & MadnessSpecial Guest: Producer/Engineer/Songwriter Jason LowerieThis week, we speak to producer/engineer Jason Lowerie about how he works and develops his craft. It all boils down to fundamentals and intuition.Find out more about Jason's work at: www.jasonlowerie.comMichael Hateley:Lotus Mastering http://lotusmastering.com/Hello CrowHello Crow, Michael's new EP is available now! Extra Fancy "You Look Like a Movie Star":https://youtu.be/0pE1TqlWHCkBaldyloks (Michael Hateley & John Napier):https://baldyloks.bandcamp.com/Dee Madden:ht...2023-02-261h 52
Music, Mindfulness, & MadnessSpecial Guest: Grammy Award-Nominated Producer/Engineer Paul FigThis week, we speak to Grammy Award-nominated producer/engineer Paul Fig about how he works and develops his craft. We also discuss the rich history behind his studio, www.davesroom.net, in Southern California. While working at world-famous Sound City Studios, Fig had the opportunity to practice every aspect of his trade, working with such luminaries as Joe Barresi, Matt Hyde, Don Smith, Matt Wallace, David Bianco, George Drakoulias and Greg Fidelman. During that time he worked on albums by Ry Cooder, Robert Cray, and the legendary Johnny Cash.Fig has since put his stamp on...2023-02-122h 05
Music, Mindfulness, & MadnessLocal News: What's Hot, What's Not, What Kinda Problems You Got!Anu, Dee, and Michael discuss latest projects, challenges, and creative discoveries. Michael Hateley:Lotus Mastering http://lotusmastering.com/Hello CrowHello Crow, Michael's new EP is available now! Extra Fancy "You Look Like a Movie Star":https://youtu.be/0pE1TqlWHCkBaldyloks (Michael Hateley & John Napier):https://baldyloks.bandcamp.com/Dee Madden:https://www.deemadden.com/Dee's new album Paisley Madrigals is out now!Penal Colony “Blue 9” video:https://youtu.be/Fes9E3ea8FY2023-02-051h 27
Music, Mindfulness, & MadnessGetting UnstuckWe all get stuck eventually -- stuck in our jobs, creative projects, or lives. We may face obstacles of finance, emotion, time, or personality. Sometimes we do not even know the cause. Getting unstuck starts with actually knowing when you're stuck and then telling the truth about it. Often, we don't know what the next step could or should be. Even if we do know the next step, our willingness to take action may have just evaporated. We discuss our experiences being of being stuck -- its many flavors and textures, and how we moved beyo...2023-01-291h 41
Music, Mindfulness, & MadnessThe Tyranny of Catastrophic ThinkingMost of the biggest blocks that creators have start and end in their thinking. This episode explores where our own worst thinking stops us before we even start and some ways to begin to unlearn the nasty habit of catastrophic thinking."The call is coming from inside the house...."--References from this episode:Therapy in a Nutshell video - Catastrophizing: How to Stop Making Yourself Depressed and AnxiousMaslow's Hierarchy of Needs.The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma:...2023-01-231h 39
Music, Mindfulness, & MadnessRobots versus Art: The Threat of Artificial Intelligence to CreativityIs artificial intelligence a real threat to human creativity? Or are we just expanding our creative toolbox? We discuss the myths and realities of technology and creative practices in the world of art and music, and talk about implications and effects of previous and future technologies.--Stable Diffusion, an AI-based image generation. Try it yourself!ChatGPT, from OpenAI.GPT3, which produces human-like text. Given an initial text as prompt, it will produce text that continues the prompt.Lensa, the AI-based portrait app.Saturday Morning Breakfast Cereal cartoon about AI creativity and...2023-01-161h 57
The AncientsSpartacus‘I’m Spartacus!’ In the field of epic film making, the 1960 historical drama ‘Spartacus’, is legendary. Directed by Stanley Kibrick, adapted from the Howard Fast novel by Red Scare blacklisted screenwriter, Dalton Trumbo, and starring Kirk Douglas, Laurence Olivier, Peter Ustinov and Jean Simmons; it is a classic. But how much of the plot has emerged from the true story of a Thracian gladiator and slave who escaped his Roman captors and led an unsuccessful but impressive rebellion against their oppressors? How much of the film’s message was formed by the personalities involved in its creation, and the context in w...2022-12-2949 minThe AncientsSpartacus‘I’m Spartacus!’ In the field of epic film making, the 1960 historical drama ‘Spartacus’, is legendary. Directed by Stanley Kibrick, adapted from the Howard Fast novel by Red Scare blacklisted screenwriter, Dalton Trumbo, and starring Kirk Douglas, Laurence Olivier, Peter Ustinov and Jean Simmons; it is a classic. But how much of the plot has emerged from the true story of a Thracian gladiator and slave who escaped his Roman captors and led an unsuccessful but impressive rebellion against their oppressors? How much of the film’s message was formed by the personalities involved in its creation, and the context in w...2022-12-2949 min
Music, Mindfulness, & MadnessThere Ain't No Cure For The Holiday BluesHolidays can be a real source of anxiety and loneliness for so many people. In this final episode for 2022, we discuss some personal practices to cure the holiday blues.Michael Hateley:Lotus Mastering http://lotusmastering.com/Hello CrowHello Crow, Michael's new EP is available now! Extra Fancy "You Look Like a Movie Star":https://youtu.be/0pE1TqlWHCkBaldyloks (Michael Hateley & John Napier):https://baldyloks.bandcamp.com/Dee Madden:https://www.deemadden.com/Dee's new album...2022-12-191h 46