Best Guth Podcasts (2024)

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09/05/24: Realtors' court battle isn't over yet 38:02

15h ago38:02

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Crain’s residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin joins host Amy Guth to talk news form the local market, including the National Association of Realtors saying it will take its fight with the Department of Justice to the U.S. Supreme Court. Plus: Molson Coors joins Ford, Deere and Harley in nixing DEI goals; Blue Cross parent tries to simplify…

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09/04/24: Chicago faces serious belt tightening next year 21:58

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To plug a nearly billion-dollar budget gap, Mayor Brandon Johnson may reverse his campaign pledge on property taxes. Crain’s politics reporter Justin Laurence talks with host Amy Guth about the options on the table for the city.Plus: Foxtrot is reopening its first Chicago store this week, DNC week proved "solid" for downtown hotels, rival buying Kr…

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Doctor Who, Marvel & Mission Impossible - Production Design with Phil Sims 37:55

1d ago37:55

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Send us a text #filmpodcast #missionimpossible #behindthescene This week on the podcast I talk to Production Designer Phil Sims. Phil started in theatre, worked in music videos before moving onto big budget movies like Skyfall, The Last Jedi, Guardians of the Galaxy, Captain America The First Avenger, Age of Ultron and the latest series of Doctor W…

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09/03/24: DNC was feast or famine for restaurants 20:19

15h ago20:19

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How did Chicago's dining scene fare during the Democratic National Convention? Depends who you ask. Crain's restaurants reporter Ally Marotti discusses with host Amy Guth. Plus: Shareholder suit claims Walgreens leadership covered up poor pharmacy numbers, Ulta Beauty cuts sales outlook on slowing demand, Harry Caray's most famous line is the focus…

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Pro Audio Technology’s Paul Hales: Putting Theory into Practice - Origins | Marrying Hi-Fi and Professional 1:15:04

9m ago1:15:04

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This week, host Jorden Guth is joined by Pro Audio Technology owner/president L. Paul Hales to discuss his history in audio, how audio research has guided the development of his speakers over the years, what really matters in audio and what doesn’t, and why most consumer speakers fall short in one significant way. Sources: “Theory Audio Design Sys5…

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08/29/24: Hot stretch for Chicago housing market 40:25

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Crain’s residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin talks with host Amy Guth about his latest takeaways from new market data. Plus: Fed minutes show Chicago and New York chiefs favored a July discount rate cut, exec affirms in merger hearing Kroger hiked milk and egg prices above inflation, another major drug distributor drops AbbVie's Humira an…

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08/28/24: Restaurants' tool to reduce sticker shock 20:39

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Neighborhood restaurant owners are trying a new approach to the wine list to win back diners burned by the rising cost of eating out. Crain's restaurants reporter Ally Marotti discusses with host Amy Guth. Plus: The IT meltdown that idled auto dealers this summer didn't leak data, software maker says; DEA delays cannabis rescheduling until after el…

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How to have a career in Television and Theatre - The actors dream with Tom Butcher 26:23

7d ago26:23

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Send us a text #acting #stageperformance #filmmakingpodcast This week on the podcast I’m chatting to television and theatre actor Tom Butcher. Tom is best known for his leading roles in popular TV dramas “The Bill" and "Doctors". Butcher's dedication to his craft and his ability to bring depth to his characters have earned him acclaim from audience…

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08/27/24: Illinois at center of one of Dems' linchpin strategies 19:51

5h ago19:51

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Crain’s health care reporter Katherine Davis talks with host Amy Guth about Illinois’ role in reproductive care nationwide and how personal it is for some legislators like U.S. Sen. Tammy Duckworth. Plus: Kroger-Albertsons deal heads to court with food prices in focus, Loop office tower could be back on track for residential conversion, Roti files …

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Episode 516 Rudy Hardy W5HRH 1:04:55

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Rudy Hardy, W5HRH, was introduced to electronics and radio at a young age by a favorite uncle. His interest in the hobby deepened through his experiences with CB radio and the influence of mentors in college. Rudy pursued a career in federal law enforcement, eventually teaching criminal justice at a community college in Houston. He's also a skilled…

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08/26/24: The fun part's over for Democrats 29:39

10d ago29:39

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After a successful Democratic National Convention, it's back to work this week for the party. Crain’s politics reporter Justin Laurence joins host Amy Guth to talk what's next for pols around Chicago. Plus: Powell says the "time has come" for Fed to cut interest rates, O'Hare plans to sell $1 billion in bonds as terminal project moves ahead, enroll…

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08/22/24: Pritzker gets his prime-time limelight 52:39

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From Gov. J.B. Pritzker's much sought-after time in front of a national audience to Sen. Tammy Duckworth getting a few jabs in on Donald Trump and blistering messages from the Obamas, Crain’s politics reporter Justin Laurence and host Amy Guth recap the major events of the DNC's first days. Also, Crain’s residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodk…

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08/21/24: Rush points to health inequity during DNC 23:52

5h ago23:52

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With the Democratic convention underway, Chicago's biggest hospital aims to bring attention to health care inequality by openly asking the public a stark question near the United Center. Crain’s health care reporter Katherine Davis discusses that and union action on the Illinois Medical District during the convention with host Amy Guth. Plus: Johns…

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How to Kickstart your Creative Career with Sam Hornsby from ERIC the Creative Career App 22:11

14d ago22:11

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Send us a text #filmpodcast #creative #career This week on the podcast I'm chatting to Sam, one of the founders of the ERIC Creative Careers App. The App is aimed at people from ages 16-25 - once registered the app will serve up thousands of internships, bootcamps, events, courses, podcast and anything else that will help you kickstart your creativ…

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08/20/24: Johnson ally sows confusion with DNC parties 26:16

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A confidant of Mayor Brandon Johnson sparked concern among corporate donors by soliciting significant contributions to a political nonprofit planning to throw a week’s worth of DNC events. Crain’s politics reporter Justin Laurence discusses with host Amy Guth. Plus: J.B. Pritzker's turn as DNC host vaults him to national stage, Cboe looks to return…

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Episode 515 Susan Gayle Nordskog LA0CY 57:51

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Susan Gayle Nordskog, LA0CY, was practically born into ham radio. She learned Morse code from her mother and grew up in Los Angeles, surrounded by her parents' ham radio friends. After college, Susan developed a deep love for the sea and a passion for crewing large vessels, even during a time when American ships rarely hired women. Undeterred, she …

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08/19/24: Mars growing its domain in the snack aisle 22:34

5h ago22:34

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The candy giant Mars is moving in to buy Chicago snack maker Kellanova for an eye-popping $36 billion. Crain's reporter Ally Marotti talks with host Amy Guth about the companies’ timeline, potential roadblocks and Kellanova CEO Steve Cahillane’s $81.4 million exit plan. Plus: Rivian pauses output of Amazon’s EV delivery van on parts shortage, bank …

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All About Vinyl - Earliest Experience | Cartridges | Accuracy | Belt vs. Direct Drive | Psychology 1:08:36

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This week, host Jorden Guth is joined by the SoundStage! Network’s Joseph Taylor, Jason Thorpe, and Dennis Burger to discuss records and turntables, from the perspective of two old pros and one recent convert to the format. Sources: “A Vinyl-Apathist’s Quest for His Perfect First Turntable” by Dennis Burger: https://soundstageaccess.com/index.php/f…

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08/15/24: The absolute top shelf of homes on the Chicago market 37:33

6d ago37:33

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Crain’s residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin talks with host Amy Guth to recap news from the local market, including the Chicago area's highest-priced home for sale — a $35 million lakefront Winnetka mansion. Plus: Mars buys Chicago snack maker Kellanova in $36 billion deal, Hobson's out as Starbucks chair as board jettisons CEO, private-…

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How to be a successful Soap Actor with Corrinne Wicks 35:20

21d ago35:20

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Send us a text #filmpodcast #acting #filmmakingpodcast This week on the Podcast I'm talking to television actress Corrinne Wicks. Corrinne shot to fame in BBC One’s flagship drama Doctors playing ‘Dr. Helen Thompson’ for over five years. She went on to appear as ‘Ella Heart’ in ITV’s Prime time soap Emmerdale, receiving two best actress nominations…

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08/14/24: Chicago family keeps buying slices of Mackinac Island 25:18

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The family that bought Oberweis Dairy has also been grabbing pieces of Mackinac Island and is working to patch up a ferry fleet in dire straits. Crain’s Grand Rapids Business reporter Rachel Watson discusses with host Amy Guth. Plus: Snelling says CPD will intervene the "moment" DNC protests turn violent; Bears surveying fans on what they want from…

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08/13/24: Johnson's 'Treatment Not Trauma' health plan so far 33:41

15d ago33:41

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Crain’s health care reporter Katherine Davis and analyst Sophie Rogers join host Amy Guth to discuss Chicago’s aim for a progressive approach to its mental health crisis. Plus: Illinois now has blueprint for K-12 schools to teach dangers of overdose, Western Illinois University lays off more staff in second round of cuts, how much Amex pocketed on …

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Episode 514 Steve Corley N5BZM 1:07:54

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Steve Corley, N5BZM, discovered ham radio, almost by accident, by the intervention of his mother with an FCC official attempting to scare a teenager out of operating a CB radio improperly. Steve loves the range and variety of amateur radio opportunities and started a Ham Radio Auctions business to aid amateurs to find buyers and the heirs of deceas…

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08/12/24: Johnson has an even bigger budget hole to plug 28:58

4d ago28:58

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Mayor Brandon Johnson is facing a budget gap that could reach nearly $1 billion. Crain’s politics reporter Justin Laurence discusses the city’s plans with host Amy Guth. Plus: Boeing's new CEO touts transparency and plans to talk the factory floor, Bluhm makes $56 million bet on Mag Mile vertical mall, Walgreens sells $750 million in its upsized fi…

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08/08/24: The priciest time to go house shopping, ever 36:18

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Crain’s residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin joins host Amy Guth to break down the latest Chicago real estate data. Plus: Johnson under pressure as budget gap could reach nearly $1 billion, Rivian net loss widens to $1.46 billion despite sales gains and cost cutting, Oak Park apartment complex sold to California investor and parent compan…

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08/07/24: What CVS' health play has that Walgreens' doesn't 19:41

1M ago19:41

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Crain's health care reporter Katherine Davis talks with host Amy Guth about why CVS is doubling down on primary care with new clinics while its competitors are backpedaling. Plus: What’s next for Pritzker after the veepstakes, Damen Green Line Station opens two weeks before the DNC, historic State Street buildings to avoid the wrecking ball and Goo…

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How to turn a Short Film into a Television Career with Jamie Donoughue 30:17

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Send us a text #filmpodcast #doctorwho #filmproducer This week I'm talking to Television Director Jamie Donoughue - Jamie had a very interesting route into television directing. He started out by creating a short film called Shok that went onto get an Oscar Nomination, this led to him working on big budget US Television shows like "The Last Kingdom…

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08/06/24: New dining spots popping up around Millennium Park 23:17

21d ago23:17

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Crain's restaurants reporter Ally Marotti talks with host Amy Guth to discuss the latest from the dining world, including two new Latin American eateries downtown and the owners of Adalina expanding in the Gold Coast. Plus: Global stock meltdown triggers "mad rush" for Treasuries, Walgreens cashes in $1.1 billion of Cencora stock, Kellanova soars a…

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Episode 513 Lee Barrett K7NM 1:22:57

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Lee Barrett, K7NM, has had a wonderful career, in broadcast radio, military projects, command and control, spacecraft, and medical device development. His early initiation into amateur radio set in motion all that came later in both professional and amateur radio life. From early in his ham radio career, Lee published papers on vertical antenna bea…

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08/05/24: Are fancy new stadiums worth the burden? 33:42

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Crain’s contributor Margaret Littman joins host Amy Guth to discuss the complex considerations around whether stadiums are a smart use of taxpayer money. Plus: Chicago biz leaders urge Kamala Harris to pick J.B. Pritzker as veep, JPMorgan dragged into fight over one of Chicago's oldest hotels, Loop office-to-residential conversion at risk as distre…

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Simaudio & the Art of Local Manufacturing - Origins | Nimbleness | Repairability 53:39

11d ago53:39

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This week, host Jorden Guth is joined once again by Simaudio product director Dominique Poupart and marketing director Étienne Gautier to discuss how making its products locally affects the quality of the components, their serviceable life, rolling changes to production, and adapting to tough times like global pandemics. Sources: North Collection: …

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08/01/24: Want to live in a Mies on Lake Shore? 43:12

27d ago43:12

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Crain’s residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin joins host Amy Guth to talk news from the local housing market, including the story behind a condo for sale in one of the very first Mies van der Rohe buildings on Lake Shore Drive and the legal fight over a Sonoma-style Galena resort project. Plus: Boeing names Kelly Ortberg as new CEO, Deere …

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07/31/24: Scoping out 7 new dining spots 28:02

1M ago28:02

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Crain's restaurants reporter Ally Marotti joins host Amy Guth to discuss some new eateries around town worth keeping an eye on. Plus: Survey predicts M&A deal pickup in second half of 2024, J.B. Pritzker signs measure to expand abortion coverage, behavioral health provider expanding with Far South Side clinic and CTA's Red Line extension gets new f…

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How to make a Profitable Low Budget Movies on Tubi with Justin Milton 29:45

1M ago29:45

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Send us a text #tubi #filmmaker #lowbudget Today I’m talking to Producer and Director Justin Milton Justin has produced a bunch of low budget thrillers and dramas that have done very well on online streaming platforms and have begun to earn him significant profit. In this chat I talked to Justin about how he got into the business, he gave me his ti…

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07/30/24: Lead-up to the DNC 25:24

1M ago25:24

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Crain’s politics reporter Justin Laurence talks with host Amy Guth about the coming Democratic National Convention, from the newly announced restricted zones to Chicago donors opening their pocketbooks for Kamala Harris and J.B. Pritzker playing coy about potentially being her running mate. Plus: McDonald’s sales fall for first time since 2020, Fed…

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07/29/24: A white whale project for the South Side 22:22

1M ago22:22

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A huge quantum computing campus, much pursued by Gov. J.B. Pritzker, is coming to the former U.S. Steel South Works site. Crain’s technology reporter John Pletz talks with host Amy Guth about the development coming to the long fallow South Side spot. Plus: Bally's agrees to hedge fund buyout, Boeing completes deal to plead guilty over 737 Max crash…

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Episode 512 Justin McAllister K5EM 1:17:55

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Justin McAllister, K5EM’s early interest in ham radio in high school, set him on a professional path to electronic engineering for industry, startups, and entrepreneurship. In ham radio, Justin adopted a few favorite areas of special interest. Justin likes to operate satellites with his portable full duplex rig, operate the digital modes both activ…

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07/25/24: A Prairie-style gem in Brookfield 23:08

1M ago23:08

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Crain’s residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin talks with host Amy Guth about top stories from the local housing market, including a historic Prairie-style kindergarten turned home for sale in Brookfield. Plus: Chicago's donor class opens its pockets for Harris; Medline exploring IPO, with possible valuation of $50 billion; Cboe to offer tr…

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07/24/24: Wirtzes, Reinsdorfs reveal West Side megadevelopment 23:48

1M ago23:48

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The owners of the United Center want to build a $7 billion mixed-use campus around the stadium. Crain's commercial real estate reporter Danny Ecker discusses the proposal with host Amy Guth. Plus: Pritzker says he's not being vetted as a Harris running mate; Foxtrot applies for liquor licenses, as does grocer replacing Dom’s; United Airlines, feds …

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How to have a Career in Visual Effects with Harry Potter Visual Effects Supervisor Christian Manz 32:46

1M ago32:46

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Send us a text #visualeffects #harrypotter #filmpodcast Today I’m talking to Visual Effects Supervisor Christian Manz. Christian has worked on big budget movies like Dracula untold, Nanny McPhee, he’s been Bafta nominated for his work on all three Fantastic Beasts movies and Oscar nominated for his work on Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part …

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07/23/24: What Biden's exit means for upcoming Chicago DNC 22:30

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Crain’s political columnist Greg Hinz talks with host Amy Guth about Joe Biden’s exit from the 2024 presidential race, local support for Kamala Harris, her possible running mates and the upcoming DNC. Plus: Sterling Bay continues Fulton Market sell-off, California investor picks up Oak Park apartments for $60 million, ex-NBA owner in talks to buy d…

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07/22/24: Analyzing the RNC and looking at the campaign ahead 30:04

2M ago30:04

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Crain’s political columnist Greg Hinz discusses his analysis of the RNC and the landscape of the presidential campaign ahead with host Amy Guth.Plus: Airlines, health systems, public services and other sectors impacted by global CrowdStrike outage; Goolsbee says Fed risks ‘golden path’ if it doesn’t cut soon; Hyatt in advanced talks to buy Standard…

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Episode 511 Jim Halfpenny K9YNP 58:43

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Jim Halfpenny, K9YNP, spent his career in the great outdoors tracking wildlife, educating and leading groups into the wilderness all around the World and in Yellowstone National Park. Ham radio has always been a parallel track of interest and education. For K9YNP, serving his community with Montana Tour bike race and mountain marathon support throu…

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Dr. Floyd Toole: An Oral History 2 - A/B Tests | Bass | Athena | Brains, Rooms, Hearing and Listening 1:19:12

25d ago1:19:12

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This week, host Jorden Guth continues his conversation with Dr. Floyd Toole, exploring the origins of the Athena project at Canada’s NRC, the reasons for and details of his move to Harman International, some of the most misunderstood aspects of his research, the origins of his legendary book Sound Reproduction: The Acoustics and Psychoacoustics of …

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07/18/24: Checking in on Chicago's 3 megaprojects 35:43

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Crain’s commercial real estate reporter Rachel Herzog joins host Amy Guth to discuss where the city’s sprawling megadevelopments — Lincoln Yards, Bronzeville Lakefront and The 78 — stand years after they were approved. Plus: After pouring cold water on Bears stadium deal, Pritzker sits down with Warren; Walgreens hit with lawsuit over recent stock …

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07/17/24: The GOP convention's first days 25:46

28d ago25:46

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With the RNC underway in Milwaukee, Crain's political columnist Greg Hinz joins host Amy Guth to discuss former President Donald Trump’s veep pick and more. Plus: Brookfield Zoo reveals $500 million redevelopment and expansion plan, suburban office vacancy just keeps climbing, auto dealerships lost $1 billion from CDK cyberattack and United removes…

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How to get 200,000 Streams on a Bigfoot Movie - Micro Budget Masterclass with Mitch Laing 28:53

2M ago28:53

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Send us a text #filmpodcast #bigfoot #moviemaking` This week on the podcast I'm talking to filmmaker Mitch Laing. Mitch is the owner of Open Heart Productions from North East Louisiana. His recent micro-budget feature The Bogman has been released on streaming through Green Apple Entertainment and has amassed over two hundred thousand views. With a …

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07/16/24: Pols denounce political violence in face of Trump shooting 19:01

29d ago19:01

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The attempted assassination of Donald Trump shook the presidential campaign and drew bipartisan condemnation from all over, including Democratic strongholds like Illinois. Crain’s politics reporter Justin Laurence discusses with host Amy Guth. Plus: Boeing warns customers of further 737 Max delays amid crisis, Mag Mile office building could go resi…

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07/15/24: How the real chefs behind 'The Bear' do it 26:27

1M ago26:27

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Staff at the Michelin-starred Ever showed Crain's how they made the dishes seen on Hulu and FX's "The Bear." Reporter Ally Marotti discusses the behind-the-scenes look with host Amy Guth. Plus: Bally's lands nearly $1 billion in casino financing in exchange for future ownership, AT&T customer calls and texts breached in massive hack, Aon taking on …

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Episode 510 Mike Padron N1CC 1:06:36

2M ago1:06:36

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Mike Padron, N1CC, had an early love for amateur radio that was eclipsed by aviation leading Mike to become the longest serving captain pilot at FEDEX. Returning to ham radio during the Covid 19 Pandemic, Mike rediscovered his love for CW through the Long Island CW Club and remote controlling his FlexRadio home station while traveling the World. N1…

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