Best Trouble Negotiating Podcasts (2024)

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Segregation & weighing of plates before assembly – Does it help? 5:14

5h ago5:14

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Send us a text Are you weighing your battery plates before assembly? Are you under the impression that weighing unformed plates and segregating them helps improve your battery quality? Is it just another fad that you are blindly following? Is it useful & affordable for small and medium businesses? In today’s episode, I shall try talking about this …

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Business Strategy For The Battery Industry - In Conversation With A Reputed Business Coach Mr. Biman Gandhi 33:56

5h ago33:56

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Send us a text You must have heard the buzzword BUSINESS STRATEGY. Is it just another buzzword that big companies throw around? What does it mean for smaller businesses? How can a strategy help small and medium-sized businesses grow and stay ahead of the competition? In today’s episode I shall try to break it down in simple terms, talking about wha…

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Lessons of Feedback with Trace Beatty 28:07

6h ago28:07

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Are you afraid of getting feedback? Discover how to turn feedback into your secret weapon for professional growth! Trace Beatty, my oldest daughter, joins me today to dive deep into the art of receiving feedback. Learn practical strategies to proactively seek, gracefully receive, and effectively utilize feedback to boost your career. Whether you're…

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The Cult of Hockey's "Oilers lose twice to Flames, Kane out full season?" podcast 29:05

1h ago29:05

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Let's do this! The Cult of Hockey podcast. By the Faithful and for the Faithful. Today Bruce McCurdy and David Staples dig into Evander Kane's successful surgery and long-term injury, as well as the Oilers losing twice in one night to the Calgary Flames.By David Staples

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#117 Tom Randall — How Fit Climbers Get Strong and Strong Climbers Get Fit, Founding Lattice Training and How It’s Evolved, Why Recovery On Route Is So Important, and What Separates the Good from the Great ... 2:15:58

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Tom Randall is an iconic climber and founder. You might know him as one of the Wide Boyz, as one of the founders of Lattice Training, as a high level coach, or for his 5.14 Trad FA’s or even his FA of the worlds hardest crack boulder, aptly named “The Kraken” [V13]. Ya, Tom’s done it all, and has helped the best in the world do it even better. In t…

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The Cult of Hockey's "Oilers beat Jets at beginning of long road" podcast 46:22

4h ago46:22

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Let's do this! The Cult of Hockey podcast. By the Faithful and for the Faithful. With Bruce McCurdy and Kurt Leavins, digging into Game 1 of the pre-season, an Oilers win.By David Staples

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Harnessing Your Past in Negotiations 28:28

2d ago28:28

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Ever felt overwhelmed during a crucial negotiation? Discover how your past self can be your secret weapon in high-stakes situations. In this episode, learn powerful strategies to harness your preparation and stay true to your goals, even when emotions run high. From setting non-negotiables to managing unexpected curveballs, unlock the key to negoti…

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#116 David Fitzgerald — A Big Zeason [V16], Lucid Dreaming [V15+], His Breakthrough On How To Approach Hard Projects, Creating Hits with Highpoint Productions, and Editing 101 2:00:15

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David Fitzgerald is back after an absolutely incredible season. Dave was previously on for Testpiece Episode #55, a total fan favorite. Last season Dave had a list of climbs in different styles to tackle. Tierrany, a V14 endurance bloc in Yosemite. Equanimity, a V15 ultra tech testpiece in Tahoe. Lucid Dreaming, the V15+ straight forward power prob…

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The Cult of Hockey's "Hopes and injuries early in Edmonton Oilers season" podcast 1:06:11

16h ago1:06:11

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Let's do this! The Cult of Hockey podcast. By the Faithful and for the Faithful. Today Bruce McCurdy and David Staples dig into prospects Matt Savoie and Sam O'Reilly, injuries to Evander Kane and Darnell Nurse, and gambling adverts on the Oilers sweater.By David Staples

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Techniques for High-Stakes Situations 28:08

7d ago28:08

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Feeling the heat when it matters most? Join me in this episode to learn how to manage yourself in high-stakes situations like negotiations or leadership challenges. From understanding your emotional triggers to mastering tactical pauses, you'll gain valuable insights into staying composed when the stakes are high. Whether you're dealing with intens…

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The Cult of Hockey's "Newcomers pushing for Edmonton Oilers success" podcast 1:37:34

4d ago1:37:34

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Let's do this! The Cult of Hockey podcast. By the Faithful and for the Faithful. Today Bruce McCurdy and David Staples dig into prospects Shane LaChance, Phil Kemp, Beau Akey, Maximus Wanner, Noah Philp, Roby Jarventie, Raphael Lavoie, Olivier Rodrigue, Maxim Berezkin and Jayden Grubbe. Which ones will make it big one day in the NHL. Not all of the…

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#115 Garrett Gregor — Olympic Head Routesetter, BTS of Elite Competitive Setting, Grades of the Olympic Climbs, and Do Setters Control the Outcome? 2:26:33

15d ago2:26:33

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Garrett Gregor was the head routesetter for the Paris Olympics boulders! That’s all you need to know. Just stop reading this description and start listening now. Garrett is also an accomplished competitor, placing as high as 4th at Nationals, an experienced coach at the legendary Team ABC, and did we mention he’s an elite routesetter?! IFSC Level 5…

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The Cult of Hockey's "Draisaitl signs with Edmonton Oilers" podcast 1:00:45

10d ago1:00:45

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Let's do this! The Cult of Hockey podcast. By the Faithful and for the Faithful. Today Bruce McCurdy and David Staples dig into Leon Draisaitl's new contract with the Edmonton Oilers, the richest contract in NHL history.By David Staples

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Introvert vs Extrovert: Leveraging Your Strengths with Sherisse Hawkins 29:21

10d ago29:21

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Can introverts truly excel in leadership and negotiation roles typically dominated by extroverts? My dear friend, Sherisse Hawkins, an extreme introvert, joins me today to uncover surprising truths about how introverts and ambiverts often outperform extroverts in these high-stakes arenas. Through our contrasting experiences—Sharice's mindful approa…

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#114 Tyler Nelson — How Personal Morphology Affects Climbing Performance, Specificity, Unlevel Edges, Talon Grip, and Tim Gabbett’s Paradox 2:13:19

22d ago2:13:19

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Dr. Tyler Nelson is the founder of Camp 4 Human Performance, a company focused on bringing the principles of sport science to climbing. Tyler is focused on being a cutting edge resource for training and rehabilitation of climbers. This means he is always knee deep in research papers from all sorts of sports and asking how we might apply those lesso…

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Who Holds the Keys to Your Career Advancement? 26:40

25d ago26:40

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Are you frustrated that your boss seems to be all talk and no action when it comes to advocating for your promotion or pay raise? I'm here to share the strategies you need to get what you deserve. I'll show you how to identify if the person you're talking to can actually make the final decision, instead of just collecting information. I'll also rev…

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The Cult of Hockey's "Edmonton Oilers with some trouble, big questions" podcast 1:14:25

26d ago1:14:25

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Let's do this! The Cult of Hockey podcast. By the Faithful and for the Faithful. Today Bruce McCurdy and David Staples dig into the recent troubles around the Edmonton Oilers with the failure to retain Philip Broberg and Dylan Holloway on budget contracts, the questions around Darnell Nurse and Evander Kane, and the quality of the Edmonton prospect…

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#113 Kevin Brown — Literally Everything Your Ever Wanted To Know About Chalk, Founding Friction Labs, Skin Farming, and How To Make Sure You Are Getting The Best Friction On Holds 1:25:20

29d ago1:25:20

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This is the episode to learn everything about one of, if not the, most important parts of our climbing kit — chalk! The real topic here is how to maximize friction between your hands and the holds, which is crucial for sending your hardest. Kevin Brown joins the pod and goes deep on the science of how to get the best friction on holds. He talks abo…

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The Cult of Hockey's "St. Louis grabs Broberg and Holloway from Oilers" podcast 1:08:08

1M ago1:08:08

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Let's do this! The Cult of Hockey podcast. By the Faithful and for the Faithful. Today Bruce McCurdy and David Staples dig into the Oilers losing out on promising young players Dylan Holloway and Philip Broberg, a major blow to the franchise.By David Staples

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Breaking Through Negotiation Deadlocks 28:16

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Ever hit a brick wall in a negotiation and wondered how to turn things around? In this episode, I'll share practical strategies for breaking through deadlocks. Learn how to anticipate impasses, ask powerful questions, and consider the other party's interests to find creative solutions. Discover the importance of taking breaks and seeking outside pe…

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#112 Paris 2024 Olympics — Professional Climber and Coach Tim Kang on The Results, The Routesetting, The Grades, and The Future of Competitions 2:06:24

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Professional climber, coach, routesetter, and frequent Testpiece podcast guest, Tim Kang, is on the pod this week to share his thoughts about the Paris 2024 Olympics. Tim may be best known for his highball ascents that culminated in the film Focus, but Tim is also a seasoned competition climber with multiple World Cups under his belt. Tim loves com…

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The Cult of Hockey's "Edmonton Oilers face offer sheets for Broberg, Holloway" podcast 48:18

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Let's do this! The Cult of Hockey podcast, by the Faithful and for the Faithful, with Bruce McCurdy and David Staples. Today the two hardcore fans of the Edmonton Oilers dig into the St. Louis Blues offer sheets for Philip Broberg and Dylan Holloway.By David Staples

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Unleashing Your Worth with Maki Moussavi 28:25

1M ago28:25

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Ever felt the struggle of asserting your self-worth? Mindset coach and team facilitator Maki Moussavi joins me to dive deep into unleashing your true value. We explore how high achievers can break free from self-imposed limitations and embrace their full potential. Discover powerful strategies to boost your self-worth, overcome fear, and make decis…

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The Cult of Hockey's "What's up with Evander Kane?" podcast 56:58

1M ago56:58

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Let's do this! The Cult of Hockey podcast, by the Faithful and for the Faithful, with Bruce McCurdy and David Staples. Today the two hardcore fans of the Edmonton Oilers dig into the latest intrigue around Evander Kane's injury, the coming Draisaitl and Bouchard contracts and discuss Oilers minor league prospects.…

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#111 Tom O’Halloran — How To Do Hard Moves, Using Boards To Climb Better Outside, Toes Knees Hips, Taping Correctly, and What The Olympics Are Like 2:23:48

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Tom O’Halloran is arguably the best climber in Australia. He’s an Olympian, he’s climbed 15a and v14, and done FA’s nearly up to those grades as well. But the reason we wanted to have him on the podcast is because of the amazing YouTube content he puts out. He dives into the nuances of hard climbing in a way that actually helps people climb hard. T…

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How Do I Know I Got a Good Deal? 27:41

2M ago27:41

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Ever walked away from a negotiation with that nagging "Did I get a good deal?" feeling? Say goodbye to those doubts! In this episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on negotiation mastery. You'll learn how to enter any negotiation armed with crystal-clear objectives and a bulletproof strategy. I'll dive deep into the game-changing concepts of your ne…

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The Cult of Hockey's "Draisaitl & McDavid contract negotiations" podcast 47:07

2M ago47:07

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Let's do this! The Cult of Hockey podcast, by the Faithful and for the Faithful, with Bruce McCurdy and David Staples. Today they talk about the Leon Draisaitl and Connor McDavid contract negotiations with the Edmonton Oilers.By David Staples

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#110 Ethan Salvo — Lessons From Climbing The Hardest Climb in Squamish [TWICE?!], Internal Vs External Motivations, and Transcending Grades 1:48:11

1M ago1:48:11

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Ethan Salvo is back on the podcast! Ethan's first episode (linked here) was a fan favorite so when Josh visited Squamish for a few days they met up do an impromptu live/in-person recording. Since the last recording, Ethan has climbed arguably the hardest climb in Squamish, The Singularity. The experience he had on it was fascinating and made him qu…

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What Do I Do if I Don’t Respect My Boss? with James Capps 30:47

2M ago30:47

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Have you ever struggled with a difficult boss and wondered how to maintain your professional integrity? In this episode, James Capps joins me to share actionable strategies for shifting your perspective, viewing your boss as a colleague rather than a parental figure. We discuss how this mindset shift can alleviate workplace tension and enhance your…

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Case Study – The Mysterious Case Of Paste Shedding From Cured Pasted Battery Plates 10:38

2M ago10:38

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Send us a text Lead-acid batteries, a process-oriented product, is not as simple to manufacture as it seems. Battery manufacturers must know What Not To Do which is as important as What To Do This podcast episode is a case study with a twist. The battery manufacturer was losing tons of money for a simple fault of his The identification of the probl…

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#109 Noah & Benn Wheeler — The World’s Hardest Campus Move, Most Difficult Board Climbs, FA’ing V12 On 1st Day Outdoors, and How This Generation Sees The Future 2:11:36

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Noah Wheeler and Benn Wheeler represent the next generation of climbers. At 21 and 19, they are some of the strongest board climbers in the world and their styles reflect that. They also are bring a unique point of view to the world of climbing content with their YouTube channel, Wheel Rock. These brothers have climbed up to V16 outdoors, FA’d up V…

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The Cult of Hockey's "Outrage as Edmonton Oilers hired Stan Bowman" podcast 49:17

2M ago49:17

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Let's do this! The Cult of Hockey podcast, by the Faithful and for the Faithful. Today Bruce McCurdy and David Staples dig into the Edmonton Oilers' controversial hiring of Stan Bowman as GM.By David Staples

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The Cult of Hockey's "Oilers with major coaching move" podcast 45:52

2M ago45:52

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Let's do this! The Cult of Hockey podcast, by the Faithful and for the Faithful. Today, Bruce McCurdy and David Staples of the Edmonton Journal discuss the Oilers GM situation, the return of Paul Coffey and the Bourgault for Jarventie trade.By David Staples

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Are Extroverts the Best Negotiators? 27:44

2M ago27:44

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Have you ever wondered how your personality type influences your negotiations? Today we'll dive into the world of personality traits to uncover the unique strengths of extroverts, introverts, and ambiverts. Discover how extroverts' love for social interaction and storytelling, introverts' prowess in thoughtful listening, and ambiverts' perfect blen…

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#108 AJ [Alex Johnson] — 20 Years At The Top, The Evolution Of Climbing, Coaching Top Athletes, Climbing Drills, and Returning From A Major Injury 1:59:27

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AJ has been competing at the highest level for decades. She has won multiple Bouldering World Cups and she climbs just as hard outdoors with her iconic send of The Swarm (v13/14) in Bishop which was recently featured in Reel Rock. AJ also coaches some of the top up and coming Youth Athletes (one of her athletes recently won Nationals), through her …

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Take Your Negotiation To The Next Level - In Conversation With A Reputed Business Coach Mr. Biman Gandhi 52:47

2M ago52:47

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Send us a text The lead-acid battery industry is going through turbulent times. Battery manufacturers have to contend with new battery chemistries entering the market. Lithium-ion batteries are taking away certain applications that were the preserve of lead-acid batteries. The battery manufacturers are competing with each other and getting into a p…

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What if My Boss Doesn’t Advocate for Me? 28:12

2M ago28:12

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Ever wondered if your boss really has the power to help you climb the career ladder? In this episode, I'll equip you with the knowledge to identify decision-makers who genuinely support your professional aspirations. Through real-life examples, we tackle how to recognize if the person you’re negotiating with can truly advocate for you. Avoid the tr…

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#107 Drew Ruana — Thinking Long Term, Grading The Hardest Blocs, Working Weaknesses, 3 Common Plateaus and How to Get Through Them 2:10:57

2M ago2:10:57

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Drew Ruana is one of the strongest boulders in the world. Period. He over a hundred V14+ sends, and lots of then are V16. While some other climbers may have that amount of blocs under their belt, no one has accumulated this many in such a short time. Drew goes into his infamous “Send Colorado” journey, which is his goal to send all V14 and up bould…

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Why Batteries Fail? Importance of Forming Batteries- In Conversation with Mr. Achim Lulsdorf 38:15

2M ago38:15

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Send us a text In today’s episode, I have a dear friend, Mr. Achim Lulsdorf, to discuss an important aspect of battery manufacturing. Your response to the previous two episodes featuring Mr. Achim has been fantastic, and I’m sure you’ll benefit from listening to him today as well. In a previous episode, I highlighted the importance of battery charg…

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Mastering Power Dynamics in Negotiation 28:19

3M ago28:19

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Unlock the secrets of power dynamics in negotiation and transform your approach to high-stakes conversations. Today we explore how understanding the four key types of power—relationship, situational, hierarchical, and perceived—can alter your negotiation outcomes. I'll share some examples of how power dynamics impact real-world scenarios, so you ca…

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#106 Felipe Camargo — An Unlikely Path To The Top, Finding Mentors, Training Hard By Yourself, Establishing Next Level Routes in Brazil, and Giving Back 1:36:36

3M ago1:36:36

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Felipe Camargo is one of the top climbers in our sport with sends up to 9b and V15. That’s impressive… But what’s more impressive is that he began climbing Brazil where there was no professional climbers, no routes past 8b+, and no modern training facilities. Felipe managed to send the iconic 50m 9a+ Papichulo by mainly training on a 3x3m spray wal…

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The Cult of Hockey's "Jeff Jackson so hot right now" podcast 1:00:42

3M ago1:00:42

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Let's do this! The Cult of Hockey podcast. By the Faithful and for the Faithful. Today Bruce McCurdy and David Staples dig into the work of Oilers interim GM Jeff Jackson, who has one applause from Oilers fans and around the hockey world for his work.By David Staples

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The Power of Making Space with Gemma Toner 24:53

3M ago24:53

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Struggling with burnout or feeling like you're constantly at the bottom of your to-do list? You're not alone! Gemma Toner, founder and CEO of Tone Networks is joining us today to open up about her personal experience with burnout and the practical steps she took towards self-care. You'll hear firsthand how mentorship, executive coaching, and naviga…

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The Cult of Hockey's "Oilers go in big for more scoring" podcast 1:02:06

3M ago1:02:06

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Let's do this! The Cult of Hockey podcast. By the Faithful and for the Faithful. Today Bruce McCurdy and David Staples dig into Edmonton's free agent mania, with the team signing two top scoring wingers, Viktor Arvidsson and Jeff Skinner, bringing back Connor Brown, while saying good-bye to Jack Campbell, Warren Foegele, Sam Carrick and fan favouri…

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#105 Tim Kang — Going All In, The Most Important Moments for Growth, Embracing What Others Won’t, and The Difference Between Good and Great 2:07:50

2M ago2:07:50

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Tim Kang is a frequent guest on the podcast, but now you get to hear him do a more typical interview. Tim is a professional climber and coach that has competed at the World Cup level, won a Psicobloc competition, climbed v14 and 5.14d, but he is best known for his daring sends of the wildest highballs in Bishop which culminated in the popular film …

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The Cult of Hockey's "Will Oilers players take 'Stanley Cup' discounts?" podcast 1:19:03

3M ago1:19:03

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Let's do this! The Cult of Hockey podcast. By the Faithful and for the Faithful. Today Bruce McCurdy and David Staples dig into Edmonton's free agent mania, with the need for new contracts for Leon Draisaitl, Evan Bouchard, Mattias Janmark, Adam Henrique, Connor Brown, Vincent Desharnais and others. Wiill they take Stanley Cup discounts to stay?…

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Self-awareness: A tool to stay objective! 27:54

3M ago27:54

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What if self-awareness could be your secret weapon for career advancement? Join me to unpack all there is to know about having self-awareness, which isn’t a natural gift but a cultivated practice. Discover how understanding your emotions, values, and behaviors can profoundly impact your leadership and enhance your emotional intelligence and job sat…

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The Cult of Hockey's "Tough loss, great season" podcast 46:03

3M ago46:03

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Let's do this! The Cult of Hockey podcast. By the Faithful and for the Faithful, tonight with Bruce McCurdy and David Staples. Tonight they dig into Edmonton' 2-1 loss to the Panthers of Florida in Game 7 of the Stanley Cup Final with their 2 Good Things, 2 Bad Things, 2 Numbers and 1 Conundrum podcast…

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#104 Greg Loh — Bouldering Pioneer, World’s Best Spotter, Belief Over Everything, Epic Midnight Lightning Story, Designing The 5.10 Dragons, and What Makes A Climber GREAT 2:20:47

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Greg Loh was one of the strongest boulders in the world during the mid 90’s and early 00’s. He traveled all over the world putting up FA’s of V13+ and climbing with the best. He competed in WC’s, the X-Games, and even won Nationals twice for speed climbing. He is known for being one of the first people who truly embraced bouldering as a discipline …

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The Cult of Hockey's "Oilers vs Panthers, Stanley Cup Final Game Day #7" podcast 1:02:37

3M ago1:02:37

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Let's do this! The Cult of Hockey podcast. By the Faithful and for the Faithful, tonight with Bruce McCurdy, Kurt Leavins and David Staples. They discuss Game 7 of the 2024 Stanley Cup Final between the Edmonton Oilers and Florida Panthers, a game called the most significant game in National Hockey League history.…

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