The Edges of Lean explores topics in continuous improvement (lean thinking, creative problem solving, six sigma) that get overlooked. Meet the people practicing lean in odd places or with different twists, always with a focus on respect for people and continuous learning.
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Michael Chernow, host and founder of Kreatures of Habit, hosts discussions with his guests about their routines and habits, and how committing to them has helped their paths to success. In each episode, Michael asks about the guest’s morning and evening routines, 3 habits that have changed their life, and one habit that they've broken, and how they stay committed to it.
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On RMA’s Channel 1 you’ll hear our shows: “Interview Sessions” with prominent musicians, celebrity artists, music industry people, and more – all related to rock music and it’s many genres; and “Rising Artist Spotlight” where we chat and listen a little to new rock artists trying to rise up and establish their careers. Plus, special guests and events from time to time!
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We are dedicated to literary news and author interviews.Tiah Short, Founder and Executive ProducerMartin Pratt, Co-Producer
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Joe Forrester brings you three headlines from the week in history, focusing on the lesser-known, more unusual and often downright odd. Every week Joe is joined by a special guest as they discuss that show’s stories and a whole load of puerile nonsense besides. This is the podcast that shows you history is sexy, sweary and full of people acting like utter plonkers… Imagine Game of Thrones with Benny Hill music. @VeryOldNews (https://twitter.com/veryoldnews) @forrester_joe (https://twitter.com ...
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Are you tired of one-sided environmental narratives? Simplified takes that ignore the nuance and complexity of matters? This show brings diverse perspectives on every environmental story and examines their ecological, social and political dimensions. Listen and become a well-rounded environmental voice, empowered to influence change. I'm Tommy Serafinski and this is the Conservation and Science podcast, where we take a deep dive into topics of ecology, conservation and human-wildlife interac ...
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We are Probaytion, the people that work in the bay area, and specifically in the Alameda County Probation Department. We have real conversations about all the aspects of probation; the work of rehabilitation and the work to lesson criminal behavior in our inner cities. We take a balanced look at community supervision and we have honest conversations with the people that people our offices. There’s more than meets the eye of the government employee, we actually do care. We share conversations ...
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Ben Smith is a performance and wellness coach. This week, he sits down with Michael Chernow to dive into the hardships he faced, his journey with therapy, and much more. On this episode: 6:19 - Ben’s backstory 19:04 - Ben’s morning routine 26:57 - Presence and regulating your nervous system 36:29 - Ben's evening routine and trouble with sleep 45:14…
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184: Novel Ecosystems and Nature-Based Solutions with Marcus Collier
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Are humans part of nature or separate from it? How do we define native species, and should we always strive to eradicate invasive ones? Can urban green spaces play a role in addressing climate change and biodiversity loss? And what is the Anthropocene anyway? These are only some of the questions I discussed with Dr. Marcus Collier, an Associate Pro…
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Ep 130 Continuously Reducing Racism in Your Company Culture with JD Mass
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A diverse organization is a competitive advantage –innovation and problem-solving thrive when people from diverse backgrounds work together. No matter who we are, when we move into that diverse environment, we all, no matter our race, carry baggage from racism in our culture. JD Mass has written a book called “Race for What,” addressing the causes …
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E35: Chris Wyse - The Vampire Explores Unusual Dark Areas Of Music Taking Bowed Bass To New Heights.
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Chris Wyse - bass player for the Hollywood Vampires, talks with The RMA's Cole Coleman and Claudio Pesavento about his exploration of sonic textures and twisted dark topics like "Jack The Ripper" as we explore his solo career music and sample releases "Violent Center," "Haunted Bass," "Embryo & Children of the Grave," and "St. Jude." We'll also ask…
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Emily Ford: The Power of Faith and Fortitude in Entrepreneurship
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Michael Chernow sits down with Emily Ford, a successful entrepreneur, speaker, and mentor. They dive deep into the transformative power of faith, morning routines, and resilience in both personal and professional life. Emily shares her journey from rock bottom to building a thriving business, emphasizing the importance of mentorship and going all-i…
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Marcus Filly: Being Fit Without Burning Out
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Marcus Filly is the founder of Functional Bodybuilding. He joins Michael Chernow to talk about how he found his purpose, the fact that not everyone wants to be an elite athlete, and much more. 4:12 - Consistency is key 8:32 - Functional lifting 10:20 - Marcus's history and quitting medical school 22:20 - The surge of Crossfit 30:42 - You can't make…
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183: Nature Restoration Law - an Irish Farmer’s Perspective with Bill O’Keeffe
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Why was the farming community so opposed to the EU’s Nature Restoration Law? Doesn’t a healthy ecosystem benefit agriculture? Isn’t the availability of additional payments for alternative use of unproductive land a good thing? Aren’t the measures built into the law sufficient to protect the actively used agricultural land? To find answers to those …
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Kayleigh Christina: Don’t Sleep on Your Skincare Routine
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Kayleigh Christina is a co-founder of Clearstem Skincare. She’s passionate about holistic skincare wellness and is dedicated to scaling companies without using external investments. She joins Michael Chernow to dive into why a skincare routine is important, what led her to the skincare wellness space, and much more. On this episode: 1:55 - Kayleigh…
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Michael Chernow on The Forward with Lance Armstrong
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This week, we're sharing Michael Chernow's episode from The Forward with Lance Armstrong. An extraordinary journey of resilience and redemption with Michael Chernow. From a tough upbringing to a harrowing near-death experience due to addiction, Chernow's story is a testament to resilience. Beyond his culinary accomplishments as the co-founder of Th…
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182: Lead Ammunition and Health with Fredrik Widemo
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Should we worry about consuming venison from an animal harvested with lead ammunition? Will cutting out and discarding meat around the impact area solve the problem? And what are the best practices to keep us safe? Most of us have heard about the negative effects of lead on health. Not only on our health but also on the health of the ecosystems. In…
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Ep 129 Continuously Upgrading Your Thinking with Fletcher Ellingson
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As lean thinkers, we often look at life as a series of problems to be solved. I know I do this: I will be somewhere and see something that is working quite right, and I immediately think about the root cause of the issue and potential countermeasures to try. Do you do that, too? That is why I loved this conversation with Fletcher Ellingson, who tal…
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Michael Chernow and Jonathan Yarmeisch are back for another episode of What’s Really Happening? To update you on all things Kreatures of Habit. On today’s episode: 2:34 - Revenue numbers year-over-year 9:57 - Scaling and recruiting 24:02 - The protein bar is taking longer than anticipated 33:58 - What KOH is working on now…
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Dr. Jonathan Leary: How We Can Change Healthcare
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Dr. Jonathan Leary is the founder of Remedy Place,the world’s first social wellness club. He joins Michael Charnoew to talk about what he’s doing to try to change healthcare, why it’s harder for people to make connections, and much more. 3:51 - What is Remedy Place? 10:50 - Jonathan's vision for better healthcare 18:28 - The offerings at Remedy Pla…
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E34: Mike Tramp - Bringing The Songs Of White Lion Vol. I & II To Life While Touring As A Solo Artist.
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Mike Tramp - the voice of White Lion talks with The RMA's Cole Coleman and Claudio Pesavento about his forthcoming album release Songs Of White Lion, Vol. II, who the players are on it, gives us a sample listen, and tells us of the challenges faced with re-recording and performing the well-known songs of his early career, how those challenges were …
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Dr. Johnny Alexander: What Chiropractic Work Actually Is
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Dr. Johnny Alexander is the owner of Warrior NYC and has been a chiropractor for 10 years. On this episode, he joins Michael Chernow to explain what it is he does, why seeing a chiropractor is important, and much more. 4:24 - Michael’s MRI and when surgery is necessary 19:46 - How to determine what kind of adjustment to make 27:10 - Michael's sciat…
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181: Farming and Soil Biodiversity with Stuart Meikle
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What is sustainable agriculture? Does regenerative farming mean focusing primarily on the soil biome? Is farming a leading cause of biodiversity loss? …and do we really have only 60 harvests left? To get the answers to those and other questions about farming and biodiversity, join me for a conversation with an agricultural management and policy spe…
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Ep 128 Continuously Improving Connection with Your Preteen with Marcus Aurelius Higgs
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If you are a lean thinker, you are probably working to continually improve your skills in communicating with the adults in your life. You may also be working to bring some lean thinking into your family life. But what if you have some pre-teens in your family circle? They can be very challenging to work with – and that is where Marcus Higgs can hel…
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Dan Churchill: Embracing Challenges, Community, and Culinary Habits
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This week, Michael Chernow is joined by Dan Churchill to discuss his life as a chef, why you have to be able to do hard things, the importance of community, and much more. 4:35 - Enjoying the journey when doing hard things 11:20 - The ability to win no matter what 12:43 - Dan's morning routine 14:52 - Sleep schedules 19:13 - Having a community outs…
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Ep 127 Continually Improving Lead Generation with Jamaul Ford
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You took the big plunge and started your own business. Maybe you already have a customer or two. But what comes next? Jamaul Ford is a second-generation entrepreneur with some great ideas about what you already know about learning cycles for finding and connecting with customers. Let's listen to what he has to say. Jamaul Ford Jamaul Ford, or Jamau…
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The Rich Roll Podcast: Overcoming Addiction
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Michael Chernow joins The Rich Roll Podcast to discuss his cinematic journey from addiction to inspiring others, the power of daily habits, small wins, healing your inner child, and more. On this episode: 00:01:47 - Sharing recovery stories 00:09:10 - The power of extreme commitment 00:13:00 - Reaching the lowest point 00:19:13 - The challenge of a…
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012: Love Over Everything: Feeding the Soul of Our Community with Division Director April Spikener
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In this episode of Probaytion Podcast, host Fina Perez interviews April Spikener, Division Director for the Alameda County Probation Department. They delve into April's extensive experience in the probation system, discussing her journey from obtaining her Bachelor’s Degree from San Jose State University to her roles in various counties, including …
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Not long ago I posted a tweet: “Hunters are not good or bad, they just are. Therefore, they must be managed just like, and as a part of, the wildlife they hunt.” It was an attempt to condense my thoughts about our relationship with wildlife and nature. I purposefully used the word “our” because I believe that we are all hunters; it's just that this…
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Ep 126 Getting to the Root Causes of Your Limiting Beliefs with Jeeva Sam
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When I was first working, one of the early lessons imparted to me was that whatever happened at home was not pertinent to my work life. That has been a difficult lesson for me to unlearn. It was one of many limiting beliefs that I wasn’t even aware I was carrying into my lean and continuous improvement work. Jeeva Sam joined me at the Edges of Lean…
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E33: Sam Bam Koltun - Guitar Player For Budderside, Faster Pussycat, Dorothy, Crossbone Skully, Brings Us Up To Date On His Rising Meteoric Career!
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Sam Bam Koltun talks with The RMA's Cole Coleman and Claudio Pesavento filling us in on his career since the last time he talked with us in our Episode 10. In this episode he gives us the How, Who, and When he became the full-time guitar player for the current lineup of bands he's in. He tells us how he met and became friends with Tracii Guns of L.…
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James Kent: The Recipe For Kindness In Leadership [Re-Run]
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This week, we're bringing you a re-run of Michael's episode with James Kent to honor his memory. Michael and James discuss the mindset of leading a team in a high-stress environment, the key to establishing a positive company culture, and how to carve out time for yourself every single day.
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Ep 125 You Can’t Do Lean Here, Customer Development Edition with Danny Nathan
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Lean practitioners often discuss the importance of delivering value to customers and understanding their needs. However, Danny Nathan takes this to a new level with his unique approach to lean customer development. His business is a testament to this. Intrigued by his methods, I invited him to join me on a journey to the Edges of Lean, where he sha…
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Michael Gazzo: Breathwork Can Be Transformational
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Michael Gazzo is a transformational coach, spiritual mentor, breathwork facilitator, platinum music producer, multi-instrumentalist, husband and father. In this episode, he dives deep into how breathwork can be a game changer. 4:55 - Michael Chernow's first breathwork experience 11:05 - What is the type of breathwork that Gazzo does? 17:40 - How Ga…
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Sika (cervus nippon) is a mid-sized deer that was introduced to Ireland in the 1860s to the Powerscourt Estate. Soon after that, it started spreading across Ireland. Today, the main concentrations of sika are in Kerry, Wicklow, Tyrone and Fermanagh. More recently, it has also been found in Waterford, Galway, Limerick, and Wexford. The National Biod…
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Peter Crone: Redesigning the Subconscious Mind
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Peter Crone is a writer, speaker, and thought leader in human awakening and potential. He works with everyone from world-class athletes to stay-at-home parents to redesign the subconscious mind.This week, he joins Michael Chernow to talk about how you can shed your false identity and achieve happiness. On this episode: 2:28 - What makes people happ…
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E32: Julia Lage - Bass Player For Vixen Talks About Her Latest Single Release, Vixen, And More.
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Julia Lage talks with The RMA's Cole Coleman and Claudio Pesavento about her latest single "The Ride"; who the players are on it, and gives us a sample listen; what it was like joining Vixen and how the band may shape their future; how she grew her network of musicians in Los Angeles after moving there from her native São Paulo, Brazil.…
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Ep 124 Continuously Improving Your Dissertation with Dr. Jen Harrison
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Have you earned an advanced degree? What was the dissertation process like for you? Have you thought about going back to school for a PhD? Are you wondering how to succeed and come out of the process with new knowledge, ready for your next challenge, and with your continuous improvement skills and self-confidence honed? Dr. Jen Harrison works with …
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E31: Ben Owen - Rising Artist Talks About His Latest Single "Dangerous Love" And Plans For Videos And Moving His Career Forward.
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Artist Ben Owen talks with The RMA's Cole Coleman and Claudio Pesavento about his latest single release "Dangerous Love," who the players are on it, and gives us a sample listen. He also tells us of his origins in the U.K.; how he got into music; and if there was any special way he accumulated 92-thousand YouTube followers!…
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Rachel Scheer: How Functional Medicine Works
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Rachel Scheer is a functional medicine practitioner and she joins Michael Chernow to discuss her healing journey, her view on Western medicine, and much more. On this episode: 2:30 - What got Rachel into functional medicine 17:17 - Rachel’s elimination diet 26:00 - Getting a correct diagnosis 34:33 - Nutritional habits for a healthy gut 41:45 - Man…
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011: Transforming Lives: The Power of Thinking for Change, with Estial Lett and Joey Mason
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In this episode of the Probaytion Podcast, host Fina Perez engages in a profound discussion with Estial Lett and Joey Mason about their experiences and perspectives within the probation system. Estial Lett, a Unit Supervisor with the Alameda County Probation Department, shares her insights on the innovative practices in community corrections and he…
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178: Why Biodiversity Matters with Nigel Dudley
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“Why Biodiversity Matters” is fundamentally a philosophy book. However, the author and our guest, Nigel Dudley, is not a philosopher but an accomplished conservation biologist who has accumulated an incredible wealth of knowledge and experience working on conservation projects across the world. He has worked as a consultant ecologist with internati…
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The Mind Pump Podcast: How Michael Chernow Changed His Life
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This week, we’re bringing you Michael Chernow’s guest appearance on the Mind Pump Podcast. On this episode, Michael dives into the following topics with Sal, Adam, And Justin: 02:13 - How from a young age he was trying to get out of his house. 09:41 - Being sexually assaulted at 8 years old. 14:54 - Why he felt he needed to have a legitimate job wi…
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Jason Lacayo: The Realities of Being a NYPD Cop
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Jason Lacayo has been a police officer for 19 years and is currently part of the mental health outreach team. He is also the co-host of Inside the Labyrinth podcast powered by Reps for Responders, which is an organization that helps first responders and the families of first responders get services. On this episode, Jason dives into the following t…
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E30: Patrick Kennison - Guitarist/Vocalist For Lita Ford, Founder/Frontman Of Heaven Below Talks About HB's New Album, Touring With Lita, How Early Digital Recordings Opened The Door To His Career!
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Patrick Kennison - Founder and frontman of Heaven Below, guitarist-vocalist for Lita Ford, talks with The RMA's Cole Coleman and Claudio Pesavento about his forthcoming album release with Heaven Below, who the players are on it, gives us a sample listen, how he first got the gig with Lita Ford, his origins, and how early digital recordings led to h…
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Eric Leija: The Power in Doing the Hard Things
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Eric Leija is a fitness coach in Austin, Texas. He is a co-founder of onnit gym and an adidas training athlete, he specializes in kettlebell strength and conditioning training and offers in person and online coaching. Eric is prevalent on social media where he shares his content with over 1+ million people across Instagram, Facebook and YouTube. On…
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Matt Choi: What It Takes To Run 100 Miles
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Matt Choi is a content creator, entrepreneur, and endurance athlete. He is the founder of Choi Media Group.He joins Michael Chernow to dive into what it was like to run 100 miles, how he prioritizes health and positivity, and much more. On this episode: 9:40 - Matt’s morning routine 14:32 - Building a solid foundation to start your day 24:08 - Runn…
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177: Nature, Farming and Politics with Saoirse McHugh
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Join me for a conversation with Saoirse McHugh who is running as an independent candidate for the European Parliament to represent the Midlands-North-West constituency. During our discussion, we delve into a wide array of topics such as the connection between agriculture and environmentalism, sustainable land management practices and agricultural s…
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In this episode we dive into a topic that's vital to our community: Communication in probation with Alicia Mitchell, who's stepping into the role of External Communications Director. Together, we're going to have an open and honest dialogue about all aspects of probation in the Bay Area. During our conversation, Alicia sheds light on the formation …
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Ep 123 You Can’t Do Lean Here: Pharma Marketing Edition with Tirrell Payton
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Here at the edges of Lean, I love to talk with people who have taken Lean thinking into spaces far from the shop floor. Tirrell Payton is a lean thinker bringing lean to pharmaceutical marketing – a highly regulated, people-focused business area and one of the places where people are very likely to say, “You can’t do lean here!”. He joined me at th…
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Michael Chernow and Jonathan Yarmeisch are back to give you the scoop on what’s been happening at Kreatures of Habit. On this episode: 4:32 - The ups and downs of business 7:59 - Culture is everything 10:41 - KOH is launching a new product 16:35 - Having a new product doesn't mean it's the sole focus 18:24 - How the business conversations changed o…
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Ep 122 The Stories We Tell with Aurora Winter
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We have been looking at different aspects of communication here at the Edges of Lean, and one aspect I wanted to explore more was the neuroscience of communication. Creative entrepreneur, writer, and coach Aurora Winter joins me to bring insight on that topic and highlight the power of stories. Aurora Winter Aurora Winter is a successful entreprene…
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Jen Cohen: The Workout is the Hardest Part
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Jennifer Cohen is an entrepreneur, podcaster, educator and bestselling author. She joins MIchael Chernow for an all-encompassing conversation about workouts, morning routines, the importance of movement, and more. On this episode: 8:15 - Does Jen ever not want to work out? 22:56 - Waking up early 32:38 - Michael’s recent reads 37:28 - Fitness is Mi…
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176: Invasive Ants Impact Lion Predation on Zebras, with Adam T. Ford
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The paper that we discuss in this episode describes how an invasive species of ants disrupts lion hunting behaviour. There are also acacia trees, elephants, zebras and buffalos involved in the whole chain of interactions between species. To talk about this incredibly interesting research I invited an Associate Professor, Adam Ford, Canada Research …
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E29: Marcus Nand - Solo Artist, Touring Player For Mike Tramp, Talks About His Forth-Coming Album Release And Origins.
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Marcus Nand - Solo Artist and touring player for Mike Tramp, talks with The RMA's Cole Coleman and Claudio Pesavento about his forthcoming album release, who the players are on it, gives us a sample listen, recording and touring with Mike Tramp in support of the album Songs Of White Lion, what it's like to take on Vito Bratta's guitar parts, his or…
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Ep 121 Continuously Improving Persuasion with Carlos Alvarenga
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I believe lean thinking is the best way to manage a business and develop people. Even though I have much experience and many great examples to share, it does not mean I am always successful in persuading people. Carlos Alvarenga is a communications researcher who has delved into what it takes to be persuasive. He joined me at the Edges of Lean to t…
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Frank Paul Vignola is a life coach for men who helps them master their identity and cultivate purpose. Today, he joins Michal Chernow to talk about what masculinity means, how his childhood shaped his view on life, and much more. On this episode: 3:27 - Defining masculinity 8:06 - Growing up surrounded by women 10:02 - Building confidence 17:00 - O…
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