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The story of the potholes I fell in, and how I got out! Helping you avoid these potholes is my mission.
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David Willetts MP, Inaugural John Ramsden Memorial Lecture: Liberal Conservatism
Queen Mary, University of London
What can Liberal Conservatism do for you? The Seventy-Sixth Mile End Group event was given by David Willetts MP on the nature of Liberal Conservatism. David Linsay Willetts (born 9 March 1956) is a British Conservative Party politician and the Minister of State for Universities and Science. He is the Member of Parliament (MP) representing the constituency of Havant in Hampshire. This memorial lecture is a tribute to the life and work of John Ramsden, an eminent historian, politician and memb ...
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Cough. THE Cough! John's been battling it for two weeks; so, since health is the issue, why not make Health the topic?! John covers all the potholes regarding his health, including eyes, head, and heart...Oh yeah, and the French Resistance Procedure too! Please like...and subscribe! johnwillett1218@gmail.com…
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Honesty is the best policy; over this brief interlude I decided to be more upfront and honest. Please listen/watch, like, and subscribe...Thanks! johnwillett1218@gmail.comBy John Willett
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This is a tricky topic. As mentioned in the episode, I'm an introvert playing an extrovert on TV...So it's always been difficult for me to make and keep friends. I tend to be comfortable by myself. So this episode is a little cathartic for me; hope you enjoy. And if you do, please like, subscribe, and share..... johnwillett1218@gmail.com…
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There are potholes...And then there are POTHOLES!! A major pothole for John has always been money, and the lack thereof. ESPECIALLY when trying to start new businesses. Or keeping businesses afloat. Or trying to keep himself afloat! He'll talk about that, about athletes' salaries, and broach a subject noone says anything about...Have you noticed ho…
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Most of my potholes have jumped in front of me during the start/creating/unveiling of yet another business, when I did NOT do my homework adequately enough to avoid/sidestep/leap over said potholes; this resulted in the technical business term, "Bad Things!" DON'T do what I did--that's my plea through most of this episode. I do, however, brag about…
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Season 2-Happiness, Satisfaction, Discontent, Unhappiness
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What a week! John's hit 'em all...and HARD! Both at work and at home1 But...He lives to tell you the tale! Enjoy; like, subscribe, and SHARE!! johnwillett1218@gmail.comBy John Willett
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Season 2-Grateful and Thankful...Beats Stressful!
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Everybody goes through stress...It's learning how to manage it, and have it not affect your REAL life! John learns the value of being grateful and thankful over stressing out...Oh yeah, there's a whole bunch more! Please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE... johnwillett1218@gmail.comBy John Willett
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New year, and a new season! John talks about "playing in pain" (toothache) and his major dentist phobia. Plus--a non-chat about politics, a dissertation on the Washington DC sports scene, his love of San Diego, and his usual pleadings for 2 famous guests! johnwillett1218@gmail.comBy John Willett
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I want to do this for a living! Kinda hard if you're not doing it! So, I'm back doing it! If you're a fan, please share your favorite episode with your friends/family, and lets get this ball rolling! Thanks in advance for your help--be sure and listen to this episode and hear what I'll do to make your efforts worthwhile!! johnwillett1218@gmail.com…
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Thanks for everything; thanks for listening...New project coming; I'll be back..... johnwillett1218@gmail.comBy John Willett
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John has had amazing nights...Both good AND bad. VERY bad. Let him tell you all about it in a special BONUS episode! johnwillett1218@gmail.comBy John Willett
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THE REAL Season 1, Episode 19--Random Thoughts, Squared!!
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The Old Guy did it again!! Put the WRONG Episode out! THIS is Episode 19; THIS has Random Thoughts on it! THIS talks about bad food, golf, sports, TV, and other stuff! THIS is the one John did early this morning! DOH!! johnwillett1218@gmail.comBy John Willett
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From spouses away to golf, to sports in general, to other stuff (PLUS Demi and Christy) John covers lots of thoughts, random in nature! Plus recommendations on binge TV watching...So listen...Then LIKE...Then SUBSCRIBE! johnwillett1218@gmail.comBy John Willett
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Season 1, Episode 18-Business Trips & The NFL
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Aren't business trips FUN?! John doesn't think so...He talks about that and his initial thoughts on the current NFL season, including a thought or two on a certain team in Washington DC! johnwillett1218@gmail.comBy John Willett
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STRESS...One of John's biggest recurring potholes; he talks about all the stresses folks find in their lives, and his amazing ability to turn molehills into mountains! Plus another shout-out to Demi and Christy! johnwillett1218@gmail.comBy John Willett
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Lots of years; lots of concerts; lots of memories. A tribute to the late, GREAT, Jimmy Buffett johnwillett1218@gmail.comBy John Willett
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John looks back...WAY back...starting as a little podcaster, through today. He talks about the changes we all go through, how we're different people at one age than we are at another, and delves into how those changes landed him in many a pothole! kinda introspective...But a GREAt interactive suggestion at the end for Episode 16!! johnwillett1218@g…
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John covers his love of all things Bob Ross (yes, THAT Bob Ross) and talks about several early "employment opportunities" including a position where one of the workers had a very interesting talent! johnwillett1218@gmail.comBy John Willett
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Season 1, Episode 13-Jeff Hetrick Tells "The Story!"
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It's Sunday, November 5, 2006. Jeff Hetrick and john Willett have arrived at FedEx Field to watch the Redskins -Cowboys NFL matchup. One of them will consume a full fifth of Jack Daniels at the tailgate; one will not. Find out all about that day, including something HORRIFIC that Jeff reminds John of...Boys and Girls, it's NOT good! johnwillett1218…
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With the purchase of the Washington Commanders by a group led by Josh Harris, a terrible, depressing era ends-The Dan Snyder Era. Snyder incompetently owned the franchise since 1999, and has turned it into the laughingstock of the sports world, not to mention the NFL. John covers his thoughts on Dan Snyder, the Redskins/Commanders, and covers his 1…
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OK...Last week was kind of a downer; LOTS of bad stuff! All the terrible potholes John's stepped in...But NOT this week! This week it's CADILLAC DREAMS...Including a Cadillac! John covers all the things that keep him going, from travel to money to golf to, even, the elusiveness of fame. Oh yeah, and John talks about a trip to a St. Augustine distil…
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In honor of Episode 10, John covers the Top 10 Potholes he's ever stepped in/fallen into/leaped with abandon/crashed and burned at the bottom of. From a sojourn in Acapulco to a store in Bar Harbor, John covers them all, in detail. Though longer than 30 minutes, it's well worth it! johnwillett1218@gmail.com…
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If it ain't the equipment, it's the host! John's computer woes continue, even while he's putting the podcast together. Then he talks about his food poisoning/salmonella, and then, out of the clear blue, chats about his inability to eat alone without outside stimulation. After the traditional plea for Demi and Christy, his cat Jeter gives HIS opinio…
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Season One Episode 8--Daily Potholes...FINALLY!!!
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We all have daily potholes...John needed to focus on them, 'cause he got the WORST HAIRCUT IN THE WORLD! He'll chat about that as well as traffic; things to do; work; and a simple thing as clothes shopping, which is VERY DIFFICULT to do in Bar Harbor, ME. John requests you check out the YouTube Channel Potholes and Cadillac Dreams) in order to see …
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Season 1, Episode 7-Death aka The Ultimate Pothole
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There's been a death in John's family; he talks about that, plus how death has affected him in his life, from his parents, relatives and friends, to Magnum The Ferret. This is a very honest episode; we're looking for feedback and any stories you'd like to share. John's e-mail: johnwillett1218@gmail.com Please reach out...Thanks for listening! johnw…
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Potholes & Cadillac Dreams, Episode 6--Business!
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John talks about his favorite job with Frontier Fruit & Nut Company, waaaay back when! Covers potholes, but also some positive Lessons Learned. Be listening for a "scratch on" appearance by Roxie Willett, one of John's 4 cats! johnwillett1218@gmail.comBy John Willett
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The Basics include Family, Friends, Work, and Play (don't worry-John will cover Love in a later podcast!). A special added bonus is a lengthy discussion of...Estonian Chamber Music. Really. Enjoy! (Oh yeah--LIKE AND SUBSCRIBE! Thank you.) johnwillett1218@gmail.comBy John Willett
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You have sent suggestions top John to improve his musical library (a VERY, VERY mini-pothole...maybe!); he has reviewed same, and is ready to report who made the cut into his I-Phone! The list is comprised of 4 groups (one a very techno bunch that John likened to an old SNL skit), a one famous FEMALE Country singer. No big potholes/Lessons Learned.…
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Episode Three-Exclusive Content Without Paying A Dime!
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Have you ever made a videocast/podcast...and lost the video? Well, John did just that, so you're now being treated to content that ONLY podcasters can enjoy! John talks briefly about cars, much more extensively of his school "prowess," his dabbling into various religions, including Buddhism (for 3 weeks; yes a female was involved!), various surgeri…
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Episode Two-Errors Corrected, Plus Family, Business, Home States, Music...AND Cats!
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John corrects past sins...he asks everyone to LIKE and SUBSCRIBE; he specifically mentions Lessons Learned while removing himself from potholes; AND he lets you know where that legendary band The Potholers will be performing (Holiday Inn Express, Cleveland Ohio-The Fabulous Rumpus Room). Plus he talks about family, places he's lived, business, musi…
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Episode 1-The Pivot Questionnaire, aka Getting To Know Me!
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My goal is to impart any knowledge acquired through my 67 years to you, ESPECIALLY when I blundered/errored/screwed up/pooped the bed/miscalculated! This episode, my first, will be a little different. The most important lesson I learned researching podcasting was that I needed to make this first episode unique, interesting, and fun. So, I answered …
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David Willetts MP, Inaugural John Ramsden Memorial Lecture: 'Liberal Conservatism'By Queen Mary, University of London
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