If perfection is an illusion, why are so many of us chasing it? We live in a world that is constantly telling us we need to be it all and have it all to be worthy. It leads us to hide our imperfections and overcompensate our strengths - and leaves us exhausted. Join hosts Robin May and Denise Bickel for meaningful, cross-generational conversations that will leave you uplifted and encouraged about a future freed from the problem with perfect.
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PROUDLY SPONSORED BY PIETER TOERIEN PRODUCTIONS. People of Note is broadcast on Sunday evening at 6 pm on Fine Music Radio with a repeat on Thusday afternoon at 1 pm, presented by Rodney Trudgeon. Says Rodney: “There are a number of fascinating people who pass through Cape Town and I’ve always felt there to be a need for a programme that allows an in-depth discussion with these personalities. Whether their fields are music, literature, theatre, dance, opera or even politics and economics, we ...
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Dan Hollaway discussing what it means to be an American Citizen. We know our rights, now let’s discuss our obligations.
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I AM by Lazuli is a podcast that gives women the platform to find their voice. Conversations with holistic healers to some amazing bad-ass entrepreneurs, we create the space for vulnerability and growth. Listen in as we show each other support and dive into conversations that educate us on how to live our best lives.
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Welcome to the IQ Knowledge Junkie podcast, where enlightening ideas come from! I’m The Author of “LMAOKJ” (Learning More After Obstacles Kenneth Journey) “LMFAOKJ” (Learning Motivation From All Over Knowledge Junkie) “IQKJ” (Inspiring Quotations Knowledgeably Justified) “IKJ” (Intelligent Knowledge Junkie) & “KMSL” (Knowledgeable Mentalities Sustainably Lived). I’ve been in magazines and won the best sense of humor award in HS. I plan on owning a NBA Team & an Amusement Park. I’m the Creato ...
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Just add air and take a cleansing breath. The Unpopular Voice is acknowledging our breaths as powerful in healing, sickness or death. Just add air is the main ingredient in breathing life into topics, events, and experiences we all share. Join TUV: The Unpopular Voice as we advocate for eMOTIONal Wellness in the workforce. As we fan the flames for quality equal opportunities for wellness reform for all. Just Add Air... Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ann-marie-t ...
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Against his better judgement, Keifer loves video games. Join him each episode as he interviews various guests about their most meaningful and memorable video game experiences to discover how and why games make an impact on their players. Along the way he also talks about the importance of video game preservation, scrutinizes the shortcomings of the video game industry, and argues for video games as an art form. Part of the Moonshot Network.
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Nico Johnson takes you into conversations with those at the forefront of Renewable Energy. SunCast gives an inside look into what is happening in renewable energy. From conversations with the biggest Solar Panel manufacturers in the world to the small startups creating the future of renewable energy, such as carbon capture and battery technology breakthroughs. SunCast is dedicated to providing the knowledge, research, tools and expert guidance you need to understand, grow and be ahead of the ...
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Zachary Bell joins this episode of Citizen. Go to GhostBed.com/drinkinbros and use code DRINKINBROS for 50% off EVERYTHING (Mattresses, Adjustable Base, Pillows & More) – plus a 101 Night Sleep Trial and Mattresses Made in America. Go to https://1stphorm.com/DrinkinBros to get your Micro-Factors and have a chance to be the Drinkin' Bro of the month…
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Navigating Grief and the Inevitability of Death
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In this week's installment of What To Know Before You Go, we explore the complexity of grief. Grief is a universal and intrinsic aspect of what it means to be human. Each experience of grief is deeply individual and intricately linked to the nature of the loss. Some individuals struggle with Anticipatory Grief, a profound sadness that precedes the …
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694: LG Proves There’s More Than One Home Battery That’s Easy, Effective & Elegant
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What if solar installers could easily integrate energy storage with any inverter on the market? LG Energy Storage Systems (ESS) makes that possible, and in an important and elegant way. At the 2024 NABCEP Conference, Jim Brown, Senior National Sales Manager at LG ESS, highlighted LG's new "Home 8" AC-coupled energy storage system, a game-changing p…
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Morgan Lerette, a former Blackwater operator in Iraq, joins the show to discuss his time as a mercenary and his new book, "Guns, Girls, and Greed: I Was a Blackwater Mercenary in Iraq" -- BUY THE BOOK NOW Go to GhostBed.com/drinkinbros and use code DRINKINBROS for 50% off EVERYTHING (Mattresses, Adjustable Base, Pillows & More) – plus a 101 Night S…
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Peter Shaffer’s award winning play Amadeus has just opened at Theatre on the Bay starring Alan Committie as Salieri and Aidan Scott as Mozart. This thrilling drama received worldwide acclaim with the film Amadeus and is always an incredible experience in the theatre, even though the theory Shaffer puts forward about Salieri murdering Mozart is not …
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693: Off-Grid Solar Products As A Form Of Wealth Delivery And Value Creation, with Amped Innovation’s Andi Kleissner & Kurt Kuhlmann
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We often take access to electricity, refrigeration, and running water for granted. In many parts of the world, these are luxuries. In today’s episode, Andi Kleissner and Kurt Kuhlmann, Co-founders and Co-CEOs of Amped Innovation, discuss how they’re changing lives by installing high-performance off-grid solar systems and appliances across Asia and …
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This is the Citizen Podcast with Dan Hollaway. Go to GhostBed.com/drinkinbros and use code DRINKINBROS for 50% off EVERYTHING (Mattresses, Adjustable Base, Pillows & More) – plus a 101 Night Sleep Trial and Mattresses Made in America. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/citizen-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.…
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Navigating the Future: The Guide to Estate Planning and Protecting Your Legacy With Attorney Brett Barton
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Ever considered the unforeseen consequences of putting off estate planning? Let's face it, it's not just about drafting a document – it's about ensuring your legacy thrives and your wishes are honored. Advance care planning extends beyond creating an Advance Directive or discussing our end-of-life wishes. It encompasses crucial legal and financial …
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692: Hydrogen's Role in New York's Green Future with Haiyan Sun of NYSERDA
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New York set an ambitious goal for a zero-emission electricity sector by 2040. What will it take to get there? Turns out, hydrogen may be a key component to New York's climate strategy, especially for difficult-to-electrify sectors. Haiyan Sun is the program manager and team leader for hydrogen and clean fuels at the New York State Energy Research …
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Simon Jacobson is a Best Selling Author, Renowned Scholar and Spiritual Life Coach. Go to GhostBed.com/drinkinbros and use code DRINKINBROS for 50% off EVERYTHING (Mattresses, Adjustable Base, Pillows & More) – plus a 101 Night Sleep Trial and Mattresses Made in America. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/citizen-podcast/donations Adve…
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My guest on People of Note this week is the distinguished actor, director, writer, scenic and costume designer, Marcel Meyer who, with Fred Abrahamse, is co directing a newly written opera by the South African composer Conrad Asman. It’s called Trial by Media and concerns the Oscar Pistorious murder trial. It is one of three short operas in Cape To…
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Birds and birding feature in this week’s People of Note. I’ll be talking to Mike Buckham who has been passionate about bird watching since he was six years old. Now he is the Chairman of the Cape Bird Club and continues to attract new members and young people to the joy of bird watching.By Rodney Trudgeon
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691: Adding Storage to Solar is Harder Than We Thought! Leigh Zanone managed 8Minute/Avantus’s Portfolio & Shares His Insights
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Is solar plus storage magically going to fix our grid? If you listen to many of the conversations I’ve heard the last 2+ years, you’d easily assume “we got this, just throw some batteries out there and we’re well on our way to 100% RE!” Turns out it’s not that simple. Building hybrid power (solar+storage) projects requires a deep understanding of t…
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Military Veteran Donny Dust is a Survivalist, Teacher, and Author. Go to GhostBed.com/drinkinbros and use code DRINKINBROS for 50% off EVERYTHING (Mattresses, Adjustable Base, Pillows & More) – plus a 101 Night Sleep Trial and Mattresses Made in America. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/citizen-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries…
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KJ Speaks on (Serenity) “Michell Clark, Johnny Miller, Tupac, Fivio Foreign Soren Kierkegaard & more
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Stay Tuned for #WEIRDOPETOUR🌎 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/iq-knowledge-junkie/support
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Caring for Caregivers With Lauren Eisleben
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Of the many roles women undertake in their lifetime, the act of caregiving stands out as one of the most universal and demanding. The Institute on Aging reports that women make up roughly 75% of caregivers and typically dedicate up to 50% more time to caregiving duties compared to their male counterparts. It appears that being a woman—whether you'r…
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690: Can We Squeeze More Power Through The Existing Wires? AES says Yes; Alexina Jackson, VP of Strategic Development
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How do we solve yesterday’s interconnection problems with today’s technology? Alexina Jackson, Vice President of Strategic Development at The AES Corporation, pulls back the curtain to show us how AES is using cutting-edge technology to integrate MORE renewable energy into the grid. Because we need to add new energy fast and our current grid isn’t …
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The last podcast is in captivity. The galaxy is at peace. Digital artist Alzandah stops by to talk about the impact Metroid Dread left on his life! We also talk about Alzandah's artistic inspirations, labor conditions in the video game industry, and put Alzandah's favorite games in a March Madness bracket. Other games discussed in this episode:Elde…
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A. J. Tata is a retired Brigadier General and Author. His new book The Phalanx Code is out now. https://www.amazon.com/Phalanx-Code-Garrett-Sinclair-Novel-ebook/dp/B0C1X7HLFS Go to GhostBed.com/drinkinbros and use code DRINKINBROS for 50% off EVERYTHING (Mattresses, Adjustable Base, Pillows & More) – plus a 101 Night Sleep Trial and Mattresses Made…
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689: O&M: How to Keep Existing Solar Projects Producing for Decades to Come with Renewable Energy Veteran & Founder, Josh Fraughton (FSLR, NOVA, R7/RNWBL)
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As our Secretary of Energy says, deploy deploy deploy! It’s incredible to see how hard we’re pushing to modernize the grid, but, we also must maintain and ensure solar projects are delivering on every kilowatt hour that we promised. Today’s guest has been delivering on those promises for nearly two decades. Josh Fraughton, a renewable energy vetera…
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Former Navy SEAL Tim Sheehy Go to GhostBed.com/drinkinbros and use code DRINKINBROS for 50% off EVERYTHING (Mattresses, Adjustable Base, Pillows & More) – plus a 101 Night Sleep Trial and Mattresses Made in America. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/citizen-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy …
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Preparing For the Inevitable: Understanding The Benefits of Hospice Care With Dr. Jaymi Meyers
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The U.S. population is older today than it has ever been. In fact, one-fourth of the total population is 65 or older. Researchers predict a 47 percent increase in this demographic between 2022 and 2050, resulting in 82 million citizens 65+ years old. Approximately 10,000 baby boomers will turn 65 every day for the next few decades. The fact individ…
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688: Debunking Myths About Solar's Resilience in Extreme Weather; Lightsource BP’s Kevin Christy and Dave Martin
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Increasing extreme weather events year over year are forcing all energy assets to reconsider asset protection and resilience. The solar industry has been wrongly accused of grid reliability issues in the face of these extreme events, but what does the data say from operating assets that have “weathered” the storms? Lightsource BP’s Kevin Christy is…
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Dale Stark is a retired USAF A-10 Pilot and Rancher. Go to GhostBed.com/drinkinbros and use code DRINKINBROS for 50% off EVERYTHING (Mattresses, Adjustable Base, Pillows & More) – plus a 101 Night Sleep Trial and Mattresses Made in America. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/citizen-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redc…
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Rodney Trudgeon’s guest on People of Note this week is Chantal Coetzee, who is an artist, feminist historian, speaker and radio presenter. Her current series of artworks is called African Queens: Restoring History and is her passion project. Her giant paintings are portraits of African Queens whose lives she has meticulously researched.…
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687: Are Diversity and Efficiency being downplayed in the Clean Energy Revolution? Paula Glover of The Alliance to Save Energy gives advice from the front lines
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Our guest today points out that energy efficiency is actually employing MILLIONS MORE than Renewable Energy as a sector! Paula Glover, President of the Alliance to Save Energy, is fighting on the front lines to reduce energy waste. She uses her platform to champion energy efficiency as a cost-saving measure and a fundamental principle for achieving…
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Bear Handlon served 7 years as a Naval Officer in the Special Operations community and is the Founder of Born Primitive. Go to GhostBed.com/drinkinbros and use code DRINKINBROS for 50% off EVERYTHING (Mattresses, Adjustable Base, Pillows & More) – plus a 101 Night Sleep Trial and Mattresses Made in America. Support this podcast at — https://redcirc…
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It's Okay Not To Be Okay: Balancing Toxic Positivity and Emotional Authenticity
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Today, we delve into the concept of toxic positivity. Recognizing and appreciating the optimistic intentions behind encouraging words from our loved ones is crucial. However, it's just as critical to remember that expressing our emotions authentically, including the painful, fearful ones, should come without the burden of guilt or shame. Toxic posi…
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686: Fixing Solar’s Waste Problem | Kelly Weger, Qcells’ Dir. of Sustainability
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By 2050, around 80 million metric tons of solar photovoltaic (PV) modules will reach the end of their life globally (according to NREL). 10 million metric tons will be in the United States. But this is not an issue for a far-off future. As we transition to renewable energy, we create a massive volume of waste just from manufacturing and transportin…
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Are you ready to Rock (Band 2)? Streamer and comedian Will Lepper returns to the show to talk about the beloved Harmonix hit, Rock Band 2. We also talk about the peripheral-based rhythm game phenomenon of the 2000s, the rise and fall and survival of Harmonix, our taste in music, and more! Other games discussed in this episode: Balatro, Fortnite, Gr…
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Robin Horsfall is a former 22nd SAS Operator, Chairman at London Karate Ltd and Author. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/citizen-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Tetherball Academy Media
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Lara Foot’s highly acclaimed production of Shakespeare’s OTHELLO is about to open at the Baxter. In the lead role is a son of John Kani, Atandwa Kani who is enjoying a hugely successful career based in New York with television, film and acting careers running side by side. Atandwa has won numerous awards locally and internationally and is very exci…
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685: How this Zillow-like Software Simplifies the Land Permitting Process for Large-Scale Solar; Robin Laine, CEO of Transect
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Permitting. The word is enough to send shivers down the spines of most PV professionals. Obtaining permits for solar projects, no matter the scale, is a major roadblock in the transition to renewable energy, and often causes project delays that last weeks or even months. Robin Laine, CEO & Co-founder of Transect,is working to simplify the land perm…
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Michael Cargill is a Military Veteran, Owner of Central Texas Gun Works and Host of the Come And Talk It Podcast. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/citizen-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Tetherball Academy Media
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Are You Making Life Changing Connections?
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Inspired by the legacy of a mentor and friend, this episode is dedicated to remembering Melody Parry. A year after her untimely death, we honor Melody in this episode by highlighting the upcoming Columbia Women's Faith Conference. Created by Melody, this conference was her way of creating time and space for women to find deeper connections with God…
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684: Why Can't We Immediately Decommission Natural Gas? National Grid’s Caroline Hon explains
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Is switching from natural gas to electricity as straightforward as flipping a switch, or are we overlooking hidden complexities? Many homeowners want to switch from gas to electricity but underestimate the challenges of making the transition. Some stop short when they learn they’ll need to completely retrofit their homes to accommodate new, clean e…
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Jack Spirko is the host of The Survival Podcast. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/citizen-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Tetherball Academy Media
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My guest on People of Note this week is a highly respected and award winning journalist, author, broadcaster who has covered major events such as the fall of the Berlin Wall and the collapse of Communism. His recent book with the provocative title, Why The Germans Do It Better was a best seller and his latest book is called In Search of Berlin. Joh…
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683: Will Maryland Fail To Meet Their RPS Targets? What Other States Can Learn, with Stephanie Johnson, President of Maryland Renewable Energy Alliance
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Wondering how your state can set and exceed lofty renewable energy targets? Today’s episode is for you. In 2019, Maryland doubled their renewable energy target: aiming for 50% renewable energy by 2035 and net zero emissions by 2045. So, how are they doing? Stephanie Johnson, President and Founder of the Maryland Renewable Energy Alliance (MD-REA), …
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Francis Foster is a stand up comedian and co-host of Triggernometry Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/citizen-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Tetherball Academy Media
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{Bonus} How a NABCEP Certification Gives System Designers an Edge: Jada Alcindor (NABCEP) and John Novak (Scanifly)
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What's the value of a NABCEP certification? Since most solar companies don't require one, is it worth the time and money? At RE+ Northeast a few weeks back, Jada Alcindor from NABCEP asked around to answer one of the industry’s key questions: “How much does a NABCEP certification help installers when it comes to designing systems accurately?” When …
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Transform Your Mind: 8 Habits to Unleash Your Cognitive Potential with Dr. Janine Stichter
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Do you often find yourself struggling to maintain focus or feeling mentally drained? If your answer is yes, then buckle your seatbelt. This episode will take you on a ride your brain and body have been waiting for! Join us as Dr. Janine Stichter, an expert on human behavior, joins us to navigate the mental mazes that lead us toward or away from our…
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682: When Will These Domestic Battery Factories Actually Be Online? Joan White of SEIA
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Can we build an 80% clean energy future without reliable, wide-scale energy storage? It's unlikely. So, what needs to happen? Joan White, Director of Storage and Interconnection Policy at the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA), has been fighting to answer that question for years. Now that The Inflation Reduction Act has made it cheaper and …
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Super Mario RPG with Alex Kazanas from the One Piece Podcast
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I wish for a great podcast episode! Alex Kazanas (Artist, One Piece Podcast co-host, Weeb Simpsons creator, and more!) comes on the show to talk about why Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars means so much to him! We also talk about One Piece video games and anime-to-game adaptations, localization, importing Japan-exclusive titles, other Mari…
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Mark Fisher is the founder of BLM Rhode Island and is now the CEO of BLM Inc. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/citizen-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Tetherball Academy Media
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People of Note - Anton Luitingh and Duane Alexander
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The Luitingh Alexander Musical Theatre Academy, LAMTA, is presenting the highly anticipated musical “Spring Awakening”, the ground-breaking musical which garnered 8 Tony Awards on Broadway. On People of Note this week, Rodney Trudgeon will be talking to the two directors of Lamta, Anton Luitingh and Duane Alexander abou the show and about the succe…
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681: Nextracker’s secret marketing strategy is hard to copy, Kristan Kirsh
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How did Nextracker become the leading solar tracker manufacturer in the world in 10 years, and what was the secret sauce of one of the most successful IPO’s of 2023? We finally have Nextracker’s Senior Vice President of Marketing, Kristan Kirsh, on the show sharing her journey of helping elevate Nextracker from 400 Megawatts to 90 Gigawatts in ship…
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Chris VanSant spent 20+ years in the US Army and is now the Chief Operating Officer of All Secure Foundation. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/citizen-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Tetherball Academy Media
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Your Words Matter - and So Do All The Other Ways You Communicate
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If you've ever felt like your words were lost in translation, you're not alone. Join us as we unpack the complexities of communication in our latest episode of The Problem with Perfect. From the silent messages we send with our eyes to the unintended signals we give with a sigh, we're diving into the nonverbal cues that make or break our daily inte…
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680: Best practices for Community engagement from Solstice Co-founder, Sandhya Murali
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Community solar has proven a viable pathway to more affordable and equitable clean energy, but how do developers overcome one of the main hurdles to the project’s success - community engagement? Founded with a commitment to making solar energy accessible to all, Solstice has become a key player in community solar, especially in the US Northeast, em…
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