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The Common CreativeEpisode 178: Dr Ken Hudson - Creative SwitchIn this episode, Chris and Paul chat with Dr Ken Hudson, speaker, author and organisational creativity expert. Ken shares how his journey from senior marketing roles at American Express, Citibank and Dunlop Slazenger led him into the world of creativity, innovation and his signature approach: switch thinking. They explore why leaders often struggle with creativity, how different brain networks shape our thinking, and simple, practical ways teams can switch modes to spark fresh ideas. Ken also reflects on his academic work including a PhD in Organisational Creativity, his three internationally released books, and his teaching and course d...
2025-11-1430 min
The Empowered Grief JourneyGrief, Addiction, Prison, and Redemption with Ken MillerAuthor and speaker Ken Miller (Becoming Ken) joins host Chris Mamone on The Empowered Grief Journey to share how he transformed a childhood marked by foster care, abandonment, and violence into a life of recovery, purpose, and service. Once a National Merit Scholar at Dartmouth who fell into decades of addiction, homelessness, and incarceration, Ken recounts the turning point that led him to rebuild his physical, emotional, spiritual, and intellectual health while in prison.
Together, Ken and Chris explore the grief beneath anger, the power of forgiveness, and how “gap control” helps interrupt reactive cycles and foster emot...
2025-10-2256 min
Ground Transportation PodcastNetworking, Mentorship, and a Preview of CD/NLA Dallas 2025, with Chris WeissSend a textChris Weiss, President & Publisher of Chauffeur Driven Magazine, returns for another episode!In this episode, James, Ken, and Chris discuss the upcoming Dallas Fall Show at the Gaylord Texan October 25-28, 2025, highlighting its robust schedule, anticipated attendance, and what owners and operators can expect at the show.The team also elaborates on the value of attending national trade shows, networking, and the unique experiences offered such as mentoring programs and specialized sessions on topics like distracted driving and the financial implications of government bills on the industry. CHAPTERS:
2025-09-171h 08
Hard Hat to CEO with Chris GilmanWhat Is A CFO And When To Hire One with Ken LaCroixIs your business growing, but the numbers are getting harder to keep up with? In this episode, Chris G talks with CFO Ken LaCroix about when it might be time to bring in some help. Ken explains what a CFO really does, what numbers you should be paying attention to and how often to look at them. They also cover simple ways to track profit, how to spot red flags early, and why focusing on the right numbers can make or break your business. If you're running a growing company and feel like you're guessing too much, this episode is...
2025-07-2440 min
POWERS#387 - Ken Hersh - Co-Founder NGP Energy Capital Management - The Godfather of Energy Private EquitySince 2016, Ken Hersh has served as President and CEO of the George W. Bush Presidential Center which houses the George W. Bush Library and Museum and the George W. Bush Institute.
In 1988, he co-founded NGP Energy Capital Management, one of the nation’s largest natural resources private equity firms which pioneered private capital investing in the sector. Until 2016, he served as CEO, investing over $12 billion, earning a 27-year 30% annualized rate of return, making it one of the nation’s leading private investors. In 2023, the Oil and Gas Investor magazine inducted Ken into its Hart Energy...
2025-06-031h 16
Glass Half FullDreaming Beyond Disability: The Ken Kunken StorySend us a textWhat happens when a football tackle changes everything? Ken Kunken's life pivoted dramatically in 1970 when he broke his neck during a Cornell University football game, leaving him almost completely paralyzed from the shoulders down. Doctors delivered a devastating prognosis—they didn't expect him to survive the week. If he did, they predicted a shortened life in a nursing home.Ken refused to accept these limitations. Just eleven days after hospital discharge, he returned to Cornell—navigating a campus with no wheelchair accessibility—and became the first quadriplegic to graduate from the univer...
2025-05-151h 02
Green Light with Chris LongKenny Mayne! Wiffle Ball vs Ken Griffey Jr, Celebrity Softball & Horse Racing! Nico Iamaleava & NIL in the NCAA!Kenny Mayne joins Chris and Macon for an episode of pure entertainment. Kenny's Wiffle Ball documentary, out now on fubo tv, revisits the day that Kenny and Ken Griffey Jr threw Wiffle balls together in Seattle with the documentary investigating who threw a Wiffle ball faster - Ken or Kenny. Plenty of other stories are told by Kenny - the worst moments of his broadcasting career, celebrity softball games with Howie Long, talking to Jack Nicholson at the Ali-Holmes fight and the recounting of Chris' golf tournament. Chris and Macon also send Happy Trails to Patrick Peterson and talk...
2025-04-161h 44
Good GrowingEp. 205 Spring Ephemerals: Discovering Hidden Woodland Treasures | #GoodGrowingWelcome to another episode of the Good Growing podcast! Join horticulture educators Chris Enroth and Ken Johnson as they dive into the fascinating world of spring ephemerals. These early bloomers emerge before trees leaf out, adding blooms to the landscape after winter's dormancy. In this episode, Ken and Chris discuss these unique plants and their lifecycles, give tips on growing spring ephemerals in your garden, and describe detailed insights into common Illinois spring ephemerals. Skip to what you want to know:00:36 Hey Ken!00:45 Are the spring ephemerals emerging in our yards and around us?02:52 W...
2025-03-2855 min
The Enlightened Family Business PodcastBalancing Tradition & Innovation: What Businesses Can Learn from Harley Davidson with Ken SchmidtSTOC 129: Balancing Tradition & Innovation: What Businesses Can Learn from Harley Davidson with Ken Schmidt In this episode of 'Secret Thoughts of CEOs and Business Leaders,' host Chris Yonker interviews Ken Schmidt, a former Harley Davidson executive renowned for his innovative repositioning strategy. They discuss the key elements holding back family businesses and privately held companies, including family harmony, succession, financial management, and innovation. Ken shares insights into Harley Davidson's transformation, emphasizing the need for businesses to connect on a human level, foster a strong internal culture, and leverage their unique history. They explore how...
2025-03-1049 min
Peak Profits - The Art Of Passive Investing Through Real EstateFour Rules for Passive Investing in Real Estate: Ken Gee's Blueprint for WealthIn this conversation, Ken Gee shares his extensive 26 year journey in the real estate industry, detailing his transition from a CPA at Deloitte to founding KRI Partners, a firm focused on multifamily real estate. He discusses the importance of education, mentorship, and understanding market cycles, particularly the lessons learned from the 2008 financial crisis. Ken emphasizes the significance of maintaining discipline in investing and the necessity of effective communication with investors, especially in today's fluctuating market. In this conversation, Ken Gee discusses the importance of building trust with investors, the critical role of underwriting in real estate, and the necessity...
2025-02-1951 minGround Transportation PodcastThe Story of Chauffeur Driven (and a preview of CD/NLA Vegas 2025) with Chris WeissSend a textHear the story behind the industry-leading publication, Chauffeur Driven and preview the upcoming CD/NLA show in Vegas between 2/23 and 2/26. In this episode, Ken and James sit down with Chris Weiss, President and Publisher of Chauffeur Driven. In this episode, you’ll hear:Hear the fascinating story of 'Chauffeur Driven,' from its origins to its imminent transformation.Learn how consolidating efforts with the NLA has streamlined industry events and unified operatorsLearn how to maximize networking opportunities, gaining new insights, and building lasting business relationships.Get all the details about the upcoming trade sh...
2025-01-151h 14
Good GrowingEp. 196 Good Growing 2024 Year in Review: Top Episodes, Cicada Mania, and More | #GoodGrowingThis week on the Good Growing Podcast Ken and Chris reminisce about 2024. We look at you favorite episodes and share our favorite moments. From cicadas to using dynamite to blow up your landscape, you will enjoy this trip down memory lane.Skip to what you want to know: 00:39 Hey Ken! How was winter break?02:01 How we assembled our year-in-review highlights.Top three YouTube podcast episodes03:51 Third-most popular YouTube episode - More than monarchsYouTube https://youtu.be/cLvl96PpqOg Audio https://extension.illinois.edu/podcasts/good-growing/gardenbite-more-monarchs-insects-milkweed-goodgrowing 06:08 Second most pop...
2025-01-1041 min
Our WWII DadEpisode 9: Heroic Healer: Dr. Raymond Minge, the 99th Infantry Battalion (separate), and the Battle of the Bulge’s 80th Anniversary | Part One | Our WWII DadAs they commemorate the 80th Anniversary of the Battle of the Bulge, brothers Chris and Ken Cangillahonor their father’s WWII service and explore the remarkable legacy of Captain Dr. Raymond Minge, a medic with the 99th Infantry Battalion (separate). This special episode marks the first time Chris and Ken are joined by both a son and grandson of a WWII veteran: former U.S. Congressman David Minge and Olaf Minge, editor of The Viking Battalion. Together, they share Dr. Minge’s heroic story of life-saving medical work, front-line bravery, and the deep bonds forged with his comrades in the 99th....
2024-12-1651 min
TV Guidance CounselorTV Guidance Counselor Episode 664: Chris WrennApril 11 -16 , 2004 This week Ken welcomes Bridge 9 Records and Sully Brands impresario Chris Wrenn to the show. Ken and Chris discuss their shared Boston punk rock history, the 2004 Red Sox World Series victory, regional variations, Ken's complete lack of sports knowledge, very specific niches, T-shirts that are hard to explain, building a community space, the sports punk rock overlap in Boston, vending outside of Fenway park, how weirdly horny 2004 was, JJ Jackson's death, being stuck in traffic outside a game, John Sayles, indecency on television, the Janet Jackson Justin Timberlake Superbowl incident, the Red Sox...
2024-11-251h 13
Good GrowingEp. 191 Late Season Garden Updates & Fall Horticultural Questions Answered | #GoodGrowingThis week on the Good Growing podcast Ken and Chris marvel at all the stuff they are still harvesting in their gardens. A touch of frost hasn't seemed to stop the tomatoes and peppers. When will the gardening season end!? Plus we look at the NOAA predictions for the coming month and answer your horticultural questions on black cherry aphid, lawn grub explosions across northern Illinois, and more. Plus if you've ever dealt with peach leaf curl, right now is a great time to considered treating your peach tree. Check out the recommendations in this week's podcast....
2024-11-0833 min
Good GrowingEp. 188 Fall Cleanup in the Yard and Garden | #GoodGrowingThis week on the Good Growing podcast Ken and Chris discuss why we clean up our gardens in the fall. Cutting down perennials, raking leaves, and pulling out spent vegetable plants is a common job for the gardener in the fall. As the autumn days get shorter our time is precious outdoors. What needs to be done now and what can wait until next year?Watch us on YouTube https://youtu.be/scU_YKv_gFESkip to what you want to know:00:29 Hey Ken! It rained!02:33 Fall clean up. Why do we do...
2024-10-1136 min
The Detailers DockThe Detailers Dock - Ep. 5 - Ft. Chris Metcalf from FLEX🎙️ Welcome to The Detailer’s Dock at Marine Detail Supply! 🌊
Join your hosts Ken Mercer at Marine Detail Supply and Chris Metcalf from FLEX, as they dive into the latest and greatest in the world of marine detailing and power tools. Whether you're a professional detailer or a weekend warrior, this is your go-to podcast for insider knowledge and industry trends.
In this episode, Ken and Chris bring you exclusive updates on new product releases and innovative power tools designed to elevate your detailing game. From cutting-edge technology to practical applications, they explore the latest advancements that are setting new standa...
2024-10-0931 min
Gritmen ShowEpisode 20: Ken Johnson - Singer Songwriter "Like My Grandpa"Ken is a singer songwriter from Birmingham who spent 20 years in Nashville writing songs. Some of the artists to record Ken's songs include Craig Morgan, Kid Rock, Billy Gibbons of ZZ Top, and Chris Janson. Ken and Gritman discuss his career and the changes that have occurred in the music industry which led him to his current endeavor, performing children's music with his wife as Huck & Lilly(@huckandlilly).
Towards the end of the episode, Ken performs an original song inspired by Gritman's relationship with his late Grandpa. We think it is a hit.
Grit Principles...
2024-09-131h 08
Good GrowingEp. 185 Growing Hazelnuts in Illinois | #GoodGrowingThis week on the Good Growing podcast Ken and Chris talk about hazelnuts. Chris remembers hazelnut shrubs growing in the woods from his childhood, we compare European and American hazelnut species, talk about pests, what you might find if you go looking to buy hazelnut plants, and more! Watch us on YouTube https://youtu.be/tWgbcfiYIKgSkip to what you want to know:00:32 Hey Ken! The messy consumption of chocolate hazelnut spread in our houses.01:47 RIP Roger Cook02:56 Correction from a previous episode on calcium in fertilizer04:03 Our initial experiences w...
2024-08-3037 min
Good GrowingEp. 184 Understanding the Power of Cover Crops: Tips for Home GardenersThis week on the Good Growing Podcast: Join Ken and Chris as they delve into the fascinating world of cover crops! More and more home gardeners are discovering the benefits of using cover crops to enhance their gardens. Are you curious about how cover crops can transform your garden or landscape? Tune in to this week’s episode to uncover Ken and Chris’s top tips and insights on incorporating cover crops into your gardening routine.Watch us on YouTubeSkip to what you want to know:00:29 Hey Ken!01:15 What is a cover...
2024-08-2346 min
Good GrowingEp. 182 What’s Bugging Our Gardens and Trees in 2024 | #GoodGrowingIn this episode, we dive into the latest challenges facing gardeners and landscapers. From toppling trees to the potential for itchy mites dropping from the sky, Ken and Chris have a list of things that might be bugging your garden and landscape!Watch us on YouTube https://youtu.be/r3od_YL19_sSkip to what you want to know:00:38 Hey Ken!01:57 Chris found a pretty bug! A dog-day cicada.03:47 Updates from Ken and Chris' yards.07:06 What is this green bug eating my flowers?10:53 Issues with a pin oak tree...
2024-08-0939 min
Good GrowingEp. 180 Navigating Water-saving Products for the Yard & Garden | #GoodGrowingThis week on the Good Growing podcast, Ken and Chris sift through a survey that asks homeowners about water-saving products that can be used during water restrictions. The duo go down the list of products suggested by the survey and discuss whether these items would truly help save water and benefit your plants during a severe drought. After debating the merits of the survey’s products, Ken and Chris provide some horticulturally sound water-saving tips for our Midwest yards and gardens.Watch us on YouTube https://youtu.be/oO3BYDiOzww Skip to what you want to...
2024-07-191h 04
Relentless Customer Leader PodcastKen Wilcox Former CEO of Silicon Valley Bank and Dr Chris L. Brown discussing Leadership and Culture | Relentless Customer Leader PodcastSummaryKen Wilcox, former CEO of Silicon Valley Bank, shares his journey and leadership philosophy. He emphasizes the importance of self-actualization and creating a positive customer experience. Ken's leadership style is centered around diversity in counsel and unity in action. He encourages decision-making at all levels of the organization and fosters a culture of open discussion and commitment to executing decisions. Ken also discusses the spectrum of human behavior, from passive-aggressive to obnoxiously assertive, and the need to coach individuals towards a more collaborative and accountable mindset. In this conversation, Ken discusses the importance of listening to...
2024-07-171h 11
TV Guidance CounselorTV Guidance Counselor Episode 645: Chris MartinJuly 22-28, 1995 This week Ken welcomes comedian (his new special "Above Ground Comedian" is out now), Chris Martin to the show. Ken and Chris discuss being from the UK, Ken living in London, doing stand up, moving to LA, The New Adventures of Superman vs Lois and Clark, Cain-iacs, Dog Boys, softcore, Channel 5, Mario Lopez, snooker, Sunday UK TV, both you and your wife having their own remote control, Jack Lemon, walking on water, being good looking, Teri Hatcher, Brain Smasher: A Love Story, Lethal Weapon, Action police comedy, Baywatch, Beverly Hills Cop, the cost...
2024-07-1555 min
Science and Spirituality243 | The 4 Stages of Consciousness Development & How to Surrender with Ken W. StoneJoin Chris, Kevin, and Ken as they unravel the layers of personal development, exploring the stages of safety, sovereignty, and wholeness. Discover how surrendering to a higher power isn't just about letting go—it's a dynamic process of integration, allowing the divine will to unfold naturally. Ken's insights illuminate the path towards inner peace and fulfillment, offering practical tips and free resources to help you embark on your journey of conscious soul embodiment.
In this transformative discussion, Ken shares his personal journey of surrender and invites listeners to embrace the surrender dynamic as a catalyst for growth. Fr...
2024-07-0156 min
Good GrowingEp. 178 Tomatoes to Ticks and Beyond: Early Summer Garden Q & A | #GoodGrowingThis week on the Good Growing podcast Ken and Chris answer early summer gardening questions. From landscapes and lawns to tomatoes and ticks, we share recent questions we have been getting into our local Extension offices. Watch us on YouTube: https://youtu.be/CFPmxJvc_kkSkip to what you want to know:00:31 Hey Ken!01:12 It's a hot one out there for only being June.02:55 What is causing all the tips of my branches to fall off or hang in the tree?06:52 Can you take the protective netting off your trees and s...
2024-06-2132 min
Good GrowingEp. 176 Native Grasses in the Prairie and Your Yard | #GoodGrowingThis week on the Good Growing podcast Ken and Chris chat with Erin Garrett about native grasses and how to use them in our landscapes. Erin is a Natural Resources, Energy, and Environment educator with University of Illinois Extension who is a wealth of knowledge on native grasses and all things native plants! We dive into how these grasses function in a prairie and how that translates to your yard. Plus suggestions for what native grasses might work best to transform your landscape!Watch us on YouTube https://youtu.be/EaFf5zziNiQSkip to what...
2024-05-3148 min
TV Guidance CounselorTV Guidance Counselor Episode 635: Chris Morgan IISeptember 19-26, 1998 This week Ken welcomes BACK to the show author of the new book "99 Episodes That Defined the '90s: Television Milestones from Arsenio to Homer to Yada Yada Yada, Chris Morgan" Ken and Chris discuss his book, Detroit, Tim Allen, Jack Kavorkian's lawyer, Cigarette ads, Heidi Klum, Spin City, French Stewart, 3rd Rock from the Sun, Sex with Cindy Crawford, reality TV, the classic SNICK line up, Celebrity Death Match, Mad TV, Baywatch, Night Man, the frequency of Evil, Rising Star Barbie Alan Jackson, commemorative plates, Will & Grace, That 70s Show, Monday Night...
2024-05-131h 43
Good GrowingEp. 173 Answering Common Lawn Questions | #GoodGrowingThis week on the Good Growing podcast Ken and Chris look at some common lawncare questions. What can you do about growing grass in the shade? Does crabgrass preventer go down when the forsythia bloom? And more!Watch us on YouTube https://youtu.be/ZM0sWiPKlTsSkip to what you want to know:0:50 Hey Ken! What's bocce ball?1:54 Weather and garden updates5:57 Good Growing Grow Along update. Seeds are on the way!6:44 Time to talk about lawns7:07 If you mow lower, does that mean you mow less often?8:28 How...
2024-05-1037 min
Good GrowingEp. 171 Periodical Cicada Preparation, Protecting our baby trees! | #GoodGrowingThis week on the Good Growing Podcast Ken has to work hard to contain his excitement for the upcoming periodical cicada emergence. Meanwhile, Chris has been building defenses to protect his newly planted baby trees. What do you need to know about the upcoming emergence of periodical cicadas? While our established trees will be okay, Ken and Chris will talk about how to protect our smaller newly planted trees from cicada egg laying. Plus, everyone seems to highlight the potential damage to woody plants, but a periodical cicada emergence is truly a sight to behold. Ken tells us the...
2024-04-2633 min
Good GrowingEp. 169 Growing Perennial Vegetables, Asparagus, Rhubarb & More | #GoodGrowingThis week on the Good Growing Podcast Ken and Chris talk about perennial vegetables that we can grow here in Illinois. Many of the preparation and care instructions match with each crop and we describe those during our first crop, asparagus! We also chat about rhubarb, artichoke, chives, and horseradish. Are there others? What perennial veggies do you grow?Learn more about growing veggies at our website: https://extension.illinois.edu/gardeningPrevious episode on growing horseradish: https://youtu.be/PXKp-MLkHAk Watch us on YouTube https://youtu.be/Q9PYXesCPXESkip to w...
2024-03-2947 min
Grow Your Law FirmMaximizing Revenue Through Effective Intake Strategies with Chris MullinsWelcome to episode 218 of the Grow Your Law Firm podcast, hosted by Ken Hardison. In this episode, Ken sits down with Chris Mullins, CEO of Mullins Media Group, LLC. Chris emphasizes treating intake teams like sales teams to improve conversion rates and revenue. They discuss strategies such as mystery calls, call scoring, and training new staff to enhance customer interactions and maximize success in converting calls to clients. Chris Mullins is a thought leader in the legal world of intake and attorneys. As the preeminent sales and communications consultant in te legal industry, Chris is the go-to for all things...
2024-03-1522 min
Delivering AdventureCase Study: Selling People on What They Need with Ken BélangerIn this episode, Ken Bélanger shares a funny Heli skiing story that highlights the challenges of trying to talk people out of doing something that will probably not meet their needs in the long run. We look at some of the lessons learned from Ken’s story and offer some strategies to manage these types of situations.Ken Bélanger is an ACMG Ski and Hiking Guide and the owner of Elevation Guides. Ken’s story highlights the difficulties that leaders can face when they are trying to balance giving people what they want versus what they r...
2024-02-1622 min
Good GrowingEp. 164 Urban Agriculture & Soil Contamination with Zack Grant Part I | #GoodGrowingThis week on the Good Growing podcast Ken and Chris chat with local foods and small farms educator Zack Grant about urban farming and dealing with contaminated soils. Zack describes what it's like to grow in urban conditions and how we inevitably encounter soil contamination. Plus we dive into his research on soil lead contamination and what contamination levels look like across Cook County. Check us out on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ugAPOKIcr7wSkip to what you want to know:0:28 - Hey Ken! What type of soils are we dealing with at our h...
2024-02-0950 min
EVready® PodcastKen Parkman on Toyota's Unique Approach To EV ReadinessMeet Ken Parkman, General Manager of Retail Market Development with Toyota North America
In this episode of the EV Ready podcast, special guest Ken Parkman, General Manager of Retail Market Development at Toyota Motors North America, joins host Chris Nihan to discuss Toyota's unique approach to electric vehicle readiness. With a concentration on partnerships, education, and seamless dealer experiences, Ken sheds light on Toyota's strategic plan for electric vehicles, including their Toyota BZ4X and Lexus RZ models. As the world shifts towards electric mobility, this episode offers insight into Toyota's contributions to this green transition.
The Power...
2024-02-0825 min
Good GrowingEp. 162 The science behind bee hotels | #GoodGrowingThis week’s episode of the Good Growing Podcast features Ken and Chris in conversation with Brodie Dunn and Timo Wayman. The discussion revolves around a new research project on bee hotels that includes a citizen science component. Brodie and Timo share their insights on what they hope to discover through this scientific endeavor, and whether bee hotels are beneficial or detrimental to bees. Tune in to learn how you can contribute to this scientific cause and become a citizen scientist.Skip to what you want to know:0:28 Hey Ken! Bugs are cool now and wh...
2024-01-2651 min
The Retail PilotUntucked and Unfiltered: Chris Riccobono's Story of Entrepreneurship as the Co-Founder of UNTUCKitKen interviews Chris Riccobono, Co-Founder and Executive Chairman of Untuckit., one of the fastest-growing men’s retail brands in the U.S.After earning his Bachelor’s degree from Providence College in 2001, Chris began his career at GE Healthcare and enrolled in Columbia Business School in 2007. While working towards his MBA, Chris thought of the idea for UNTUCKit after speaking with lots of men about their fit problems—especially the length of their collared shirts—and began the business from his apartment in Hoboken. It began as just a side job, but once Chris and his early customer...
2024-01-2355 min
Coffee with KenChris Ullman, Author and Whistler joins Coffee With KenKen welcomes Chris Ullman, Founder of Ullman Communications and former Director of Global Communications for the Carlyle Group, joined Coffee with Ken to discuss his new book: Four Billionaires and a Parking Attendant: Success Strategies of the Wealthy, Powerful, and Just Plain Wise.
2024-01-2231 min
Delivering AdventureHow Guides can Deliver Exceptional Value with Ken BélangerAt some point in time, we all find ourselves in the role of being someone else’s guide. We could be guiding our friends, family or doing it professionally for strangers. In this episode, we try to answer the question of how guides provide exceptional value to the people they are leading? Joining us is Ken Bélanger.Ken has been operating skiing, hiking, and cycling trips around the world through his company Elevation Guides. Ken taps into his extensive experience leading high end custom trips to share some of the secrets that go into delivering exceptional gui...
2024-01-1642 min
Good GrowingEp. 161 Winter Weather and How to Protect Your Plants | #GoodGrowingThis week’s episode of the Good Growing Podcast is all about snow and ice. Ken and Chris discuss how to deal with snow and ice on trees and shrubs, problems to avoid with rock salt, tips for using deicers, and much more. Tune in to the Good Growing Podcast to learn more about how to protect your plants from the winter weather. Thank you for listening!Skip to what you want to know:0:34 Hey Ken! Winter has finally arrived in Illinois. Are we ready for the upcoming cold snap?1:51 How do we handle ic...
2024-01-1232 min
Breakthrough WallsEpisode 527 - Interview With Chris Patterson!Chris Patterson is the founder and CEO of Interchanges – a strategic business growth agency which helps companies dramatically grow their revenues. His company is going on its 22nd year of continued success and has generated over $1.6 billion in revenue for their clients. In 2013 Chris was inducted into the million-dollar consultant hall of Fame exhibiting the highest levels of competence, ethics and profitability. Chris spends most of his time these days as a performance coach. He was personally mentored by Zig Ziglar and Bob Proctor and is a certified Coach/Trainer/Speaker for each organization. He specializes in helping business people fi...
2024-01-0258 min
Good GrowingEp. 160 Spice up your holiday with these holiday spices | #GoodGrowingJoin Ken and Chris on a journey around the world as they explore the fascinating history of quintessential holiday spices. In this episode of the Good Growing Podcast, you will learn about the origins of nutmeg, cinnamon, clove, peppermint, allspice, and ginger, and how they made their way to our spice cabinets. You will also discover what parts of the plants are harvested to produce these spices. And, if you’re a fan of the Spice Girls, you won’t want to miss Chris’s attempt to name them all!Skip to what you want to know:0:3...
2023-12-2253 min
Ken McElroy ShowThe destructive nature of Inflation with Chris MartensonKen & Danille McElroy talk with Chris Martenson and dive into the complexities of the Consumer Price Index (CPI) and its implications for the real estate sector. They explore how CPI, often perceived as a national inflation rate, fails to reflect the varied inflation experiences across different regions and its political influences. The conversation also covers strategies for individuals to adapt in an inflationary environment and the importance of understanding different tiers of wealth. You can learn more about Chris and his team on his website: https://peakprosperity.com• • • Visit Ken's Bookstore: https://kenmcelroy.com/books•...
2023-12-1300 min
Good GrowingEp. 157 All About Bed Bugs with Entomologist Dr. Kacie Athey | #GoodGrowingIn this episode, Ken and Chris explore a timely and concerning topic—the resurgence of bed bugs making headlines globally! Join us as we delve into the pressing issue of bed bugs seemingly spiraling out of control. Are these tiny pests staging a global takeover once again? Our special guest, entomologist Dr. Kacie Athey, joins the conversation to address our lingering questions about bed bugs. From tips on avoiding these unwelcome companions during your travels to guidance on handling a bed bug discovery in your home, we cover it all. Tune in to the latest episode of the Good Gr...
2023-12-0145 min
Good GrowingEp. 153 Talking Spotted Lanternfly with Dr. Kacie Athey | #GoodGrowingThis week on the Good Growing Podcast Chris and Ken talk with Dr. Kacie Athey about the newest invasive insect found in Illinois, the spotted lanternfly. Even though it’s only currently in Cook County, this particular bug is likely to spread across the state and Midwest. Will spotted lanternfly devour everything in its path? Or will we barely notice its arrival? Find out this and more on this week’s podcast.Find out what you want to know:0:49 – Hey Ken. And Chris has trouble remembering what we’re talking about this week3:29 – Welcome Dr Athey!
2023-10-2034 min
Personal Injury Mastermind w/ Chris Dreyer204. Ken Hardison, PILMMA — Toolkit: Shortcut to Law Firm Growth, AI and OperationsKen Hardison (@klhardison) saw opportunity where others saw risk. In the 1990s, advertising was taboo for law firms, but Ken recognized TV ads' untapped potential. He invested big, and his gamble paid off. His caseload exploded. Within four years he had over 60 employees and $5 million in revenue. He built not one - but two - multi-million dollar law firms. And wants to help other lawyers do the same. So Ken started the Personal Injury Lawyers Marketing & Management Association (@PILMMA) - providing training, coaching, and resources to shortcut the path to law firm growth. Ken is back for a second ti...
2023-09-0528 min
Engineer of FinanceHow Banks Work and Is Crypto a Scam? with Chris AliottaChris Aliotta and Ken Greene discuss banking complexities, including the carry trade, fractional banking, and cryptocurrencies. Chris, with his extensive banking experience, explains that deposits are considered liabilities for banks and details the strategies banks employ to keep money perpetually earning interest. He also elaborates on the industry's risk issues concerning interest rates and liquidity. Chris shares about the Silicon Valley Bank's significant losses due to their failure in hedging interest rate risks, advises spreading money over several institutions for security purposes and explains an inverted yield curve's ramifications. Links and Resources from this Episode...
2023-08-251h 00