Best This Wachter Podcasts (2024)

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Josh Seiden – Customer-Centric Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) 35:22

2h ago35:22

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SEASON: 4 EPISODE: 16 Episode Overview: Everyone in every industry and every role has customers. Your success depends on how efficiently you can solve your customers’ problems, adapt as those problems change, and influence their behavior to drive the results you want. Objectives and Key Results, or OKRs, give you the framework to do that. However, …

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The Book of Saint Cyprian with José Leitão 2:16:18

1h ago2:16:18

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After King Solomon, the legend of Cyprian of Antioch looms quite large in the Western Magical Tradition. A spirit conjurer and occasional summoner of the devil, Cyprian later converted to Christianity and became a Bishop before being martyred. This legend had quite some traction, as many grimoires evoked the name of Cyprian within their pages and i…

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Can I say no to this promotion? 36:22

24h ago36:22

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This week, we hear from letter-writers who are up for promotions at their workplaces—but are having some mixed feelings about accepting them. One is less than thrilled at the increased scope of operation tasks, but is scared to reject a sure thing and look for other opportunities. Another has been promoted four times in the last eight years and wan…

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Adam Wallace – Unlocking Pricing Power 35:29

4d ago35:29

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SEASON: 4 EPISODE: 15 Episode Overview: Are you ready to maximize your value and multiply your earnings? My guest will show you how to raise your prices and stop leaving money on the table. It’s not about charging more; it’s about discovering the only type of value your customers will pay more for. Not all value is equal, and today we are going to …

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Episode 241: Buyout - Lighting Industry News Brief Sept 9 16:24

10d ago16:24

16:24

Spiders, materials science, and more Sponsored by Keystone's XFit High Power LED Floodlight https://www.keystonetech.com/all-products/fixtures/outdoor/floodlights/high-power?utm_source=naild&utm_medium=product-showcase&utm_campaign=2024-04-floods-pscs-opticswap The Lighting Industry News Brief is a news commentary series from Scott Wachter, Produce…

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A Rather Bookish Announcement! 17:24

9d ago17:24

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Have a listen and be sure to check out my What Magic is This? Bookshop, please! Hopefully all of the show notes book recommendations will be in place and updated by October 2024, but if you have any requests for books that you'd like to purchase that I have recommended through my show notes and I haven't had a chance to change yet, please be sure t…

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Roderick Jefferson – Sales Enablement Excellence 32:00

11d ago32:00

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SEASON: 4 EPISODE: 14 Episode Overview: If you are ready to improve your productivity and increase your revenue, then you are going to enjoy this episode of Becoming Preferred as we dive into the world of sales enablement and go-to-market transformation with a true industry luminary. My guest on this episode is a powerhouse in the realm of business…

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Episode 240: Back to School - Lighting Industry News Brief Sept 2 21:09

11d ago21:09

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Pool parties, Mercury in Retrofit, and Dividends Sponsored by Keystone's XFit High Power LED Floodlight https://www.keystonetech.com/all-products/fixtures/outdoor/floodlights/high-power?utm_source=naild&utm_medium=product-showcase&utm_campaign=2024-04-floods-pscs-opticswap The Lighting Industry News Brief is a news commentary series from Scott Wach…

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Thai Magic with Peter Jenx 2:44:54

19d ago2:44:54

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Southeast Asia has always been a place with many magical and animistic cultures. Perhaps no other country in the modern age has such a sycretic and extraordinary Magical environment than the land of smiles- Thailand. From spirits and ghosts to tattoos and amulets to monks and ajarns, Thailand is a place which still lives and breathes magic. Helping…

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Liz Heiman – Sales Strategy and Process Optimization 37:11

18d ago37:11

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SEASON: 4 EPISODE: 13 Episode Overview: Have you ever wondered what separates thriving businesses from those that struggle to keep their heads above water? Well, buckle up because we’re about to dive deep into the world of winning strategies and sales processes that can catapult your business and sales results to new heights. My guest, Liz Heiman, …

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Episode 239: Mercury Falling - Lighting Industry News Brief August 26 16:56

22d ago16:56

16:56

IES Awards, party in Hong Kong, space plants Sponsored by Keystone's LED Tubes Type B – Ballast Bypass https://www.keystonetech.com/all-products/lamps/linear-led-tubes/type-b-ballast-bypass?utm_source=naild&utm_medium=product-showcase&utm_campaign=2024-06-8ft-type-b-tubes The Lighting Industry News Brief is a news commentary series from Scott Wacht…

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Where are they now? 39:49

22d ago39:49

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It’s a Very Special Episode of Per My Last Email! This week, Sara and Jen share updates from four previous letter writers. One was upset by their company’s unfair hiring practices. Another felt they had outgrown their current role, but was scared of moving on. Yet another was contemplating burning it all down and opening a juice bar far, far away. …

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Ally Stone – The Inspired Leader, Embracing Authenticity 33:38

26d ago33:38

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SEASON: 4 EPISODE: 12 Episode Overview: Are you looking to take your career to new levels? Do you have dreams and aspirations that you desire to achieve but are unsure how to attain? My guest on this episode will share her insights on how to connect with your heart, create meaningful goals, and deepen your knowledge and understanding of what person…

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Episode 238: Peace Out - Lighting Industry News Brief August 19 14:23

25d ago14:23

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pedestrian safety, quantum cities, and neon. Sponsored by Keystone's LED Tubes Type B – Ballast Bypass https://www.keystonetech.com/all-products/lamps/linear-led-tubes/type-b-ballast-bypass?utm_source=naild&utm_medium=product-showcase&utm_campaign=2024-06-8ft-type-b-tubes The Lighting Industry News Brief is a news commentary series from Scott Wacht…

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Unverified Personal Gnosis with Aidan Wachter 2:29:27

28d ago2:29:27

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It's time to kick around an idea that gets brought up and used quite a bit these days. Unverified personal Gnosis are the terms used to describe a belief gained through personal subjective experience, not things which are confirmed by traditions or in groups. They usually inform the belief system of those that experience them. On this episode, we w…

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Dr Kristina Wachter – Creating Cross Culture Connections 40:03

1M ago40:03

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SEASON: 4 EPISODE: 11 Episode Overview: Traveling for work or pleasure? Are you getting transferred or expanding your business to a different country? In our borderless economy, cultivating cultural fluency expands your potential by fostering trusting relationships globally. My guest today equips individuals and teams with the skills to forge meani…

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Episode 237: The GSA/DoE Power Hour - Lighting Industry News Brief August 12 22:21

1M ago22:21

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upward and spinning forever Sponsored by Keystone's LED Tubes Type B – Ballast Bypass https://www.keystonetech.com/all-products/lamps/linear-led-tubes/type-b-ballast-bypass?utm_source=naild&utm_medium=product-showcase&utm_campaign=2024-06-8ft-type-b-tubes The Lighting Industry News Brief is a news commentary series from Scott Wachter, Producer of G…

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Episode 236: The Small Stuff - Lighting Industry News Brief August 6 14:01

1M ago14:01

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Rumors, Traffic, Circadian Lighting Sponsored by Keystone's LED Tubes Type B – Ballast Bypass https://www.keystonetech.com/all-products/lamps/linear-led-tubes/type-b-ballast-bypass?utm_source=naild&utm_medium=product-showcase&utm_campaign=2024-06-8ft-type-b-tubes The Lighting Industry News Brief is a news commentary series from Scott Wachter, Produ…

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Courtney Bickert – Employing Humor For Competitive Advantage 35:56

1M ago35:56

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SEASON: 4 EPISODE: 10 Episode Overview: I’m sure we could all agree that we could use more laughter and humor in our personal and professional lives. Humor is universal, it’s empowering, it’s safe, and it’s scientific. Humor can help you create innovative solutions and products, improve staff morale and retention, increase sales, and the ability to…

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Wicca with Christina Oakley-Harrington 2:05:18

2M ago2:05:18

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For the last 50 years, many people around the world but particularly in the west, identify themselves as a witch and if asked what religion they ascribe to, will say Wicca. Despite what some claim, the roots of Wicca are thoroughly modern and go back no further than the 20th century. Indeed, Wicca has been dubbed the only fully formed religion that…

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Keith Sampson – Developing a Grow Through It Mindset 33:49

2M ago33:49

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SEASON: 4 EPISODE: 9 Episode Overview: A Grow Through It Mindset is about embracing challenges and setbacks as opportunities for personal and professional growth. It's the belief that through effort, learning, and persistence, individuals can evolve and adapt in the face of adversity. This mindset encourages individuals to approach difficulties as …

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Episode 235: New Spending - Lighting Industry News Brief July 29 17:58

2M ago17:58

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Lighting bylaws, AI, Buyouts Sponsored by Keystone's LED Tubes Type B – Ballast Bypass https://www.keystonetech.com/all-products/lamps/linear-led-tubes/type-b-ballast-bypass?utm_source=naild&utm_medium=product-showcase&utm_campaign=2024-06-8ft-type-b-tubes The Lighting Industry News Brief is a news commentary series from Scott Wachter, Producer of …

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Michael Kerr – Workplace Culture Leadership in Business 35:12

2M ago35:12

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SEASON: 4 EPISODE: 8 Episode Overview: In today’s competitive marketplace, finding and keeping the right employees can be a challenge. What if you could create the kind of workplace where everyone wants to work? From ideas on inspiring teamwork to inspiring workplace communication, my guest today says that your workplace culture is your #1 competit…

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Episode 234: New Codes - Lighting Industry News Brief July 22 20:35

2M ago20:35

20:35

Jet lag, case studies, daylight Sponsored by Keystone's Aviva Wafer downlight https://www.keystonetech.com/all-products/fixtures/indoor/downlights/retrofit-trim?utm_source=naild&utm_medium=product-showcase&utm_campaign=2024-03-aviva-wafer The Lighting Industry News Brief is a news commentary series from Scott Wachter, Producer of Get a Grip on Ligh…

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The Dark Man with Darragh Mason 1:59:30

2M ago1:59:30

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Throughout the centuries, one figure has flittered through both folkloric and fortean encounters. To some, this figure has simply been called the Devil, yet others aren't so hasty to place such an epithet on him. When we look into the past, A Dark Man has made their presence known in many ways. Some within the confines of the occult and witchcraft …

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Rob Harrison – Sales Coaching for Sales Closers 33:16

2M ago33:16

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SEASON: 4 EPISODE: 7 Episode Overview: Welcome to this episode of Becoming Preferred, where we’re going to deep dive into the world of modern selling and performance excellence. I'm thrilled to have Rob Harrison, the CEO of Magnifyde, joining us today. Rob is a seasoned sales leader with a track record of driving exponential growth and empowering s…

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Episode 233: Important Firmware Update - Lighting Industry News Brief July 15 16:17

2M ago16:17

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Trains (again), Sneakers (again), and Copper Theft (again) Bricked shoes, AI energy, and human-centric lighting for cars Sponsored by Keystone's Aviva Wafer downlight https://www.keystonetech.com/all-products/fixtures/indoor/downlights/retrofit-trim?utm_source=naild&utm_medium=product-showcase&utm_campaign=2024-03-aviva-wafer The Lighting Industry …

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How do I hit the reset button? 41:39

2M ago41:39

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This week, we hear from letter-writers who are feeling trapped by their workplace relationships. One has a colleague who constantly escalates problems to management without talking to them first. Another quit their job a month ago, but is still being asked for free labor from their old workplace. Join Jen and Sara as they help these letter-writers …

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Rusty Komori – Creating a Superior Culture of Excellence 36:01

2M ago36:01

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SEASON: 4 EPISODE: 6 Episode Overview: In today’s world, change is the only constant, and the bar for success is only rising higher. Gone are the days when being “good enough” could satisfy customers and beat back the competition. So what’s the solution? Leaders and businesses must evolve from being good to great to superior. My guest in this episo…

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Episode 232: Catching Up - Lighting Industry News Brief July 8 17:21

2M ago17:21

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Bricked shoes, AI energy, and human-centric lighting for cars Sponsored by Keystone's Aviva Wafer downlight https://www.keystonetech.com/all-products/fixtures/indoor/downlights/retrofit-trim?utm_source=naild&utm_medium=product-showcase&utm_campaign=2024-03-aviva-wafer The Lighting Industry News Brief is a news commentary series from Scott Wachter, …

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The Thoth Tarot with Lon Milo Duquette 1:30:53

2M ago1:30:53

1:30:53

Without a doubt, the second most recognizable and used Tarot deck in existence is the Thoth Tarot. While many are familiar with the originator of this deck, the Great Beast himself, Aleister Crowley, less is known about perhaps the most important person in this decks popularity- Lady Frieda Harris. In this episode, we are focussing solely on this i…

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Jarrod Lopiccolo – Mastering Marketing – Strategy & Insights 38:13

3M ago38:13

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SEASON: 4 EPISODE: 5 Episode Overview: Are you ready to elevate your marketing game with a true industry luminary? Today we have the privilege of welcoming a renowned marketing expert whose insights have reshaped countless businesses' success trajectories. With a laser focus on effective strategies, common pitfalls, and the art of capturing your id…

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Episode 231: New Rules - Lighting Industry News Brief July 1 17:20

2M ago17:20

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Copper thefts, sustainability, and mergers Sponsored by Keystone's Aviva Wafer downlight https://www.keystonetech.com/all-products/fixtures/indoor/downlights/retrofit-trim?utm_source=naild&utm_medium=product-showcase&utm_campaign=2024-03-aviva-wafer The Lighting Industry News Brief is a news commentary series from Scott Wachter, Producer of Get a G…

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How do I navigate being an “only?” 52:30

3M ago52:30

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Today, Jen and special guest host Roberta Dombrowski tackle letters from “onlys”: folks who are the only woman, person of color, adoptee, etc. in their workplace. One writer is the only Black leader in their org navigating a disgruntled coworker who wants to take their job (and hands-off management to boot). Another is feeling frozen out by their f…

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Kyle Smith – Financial Excellence for Small Business 35:04

3M ago35:04

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SEASON: 4 EPISODE: 4 Episode Overview: Get ready to unlock the secrets to financial empowerment and work-life harmony with my guest, Kyle Smith. As a financial expert committed to empowering small and medium-sized businesses, Kyle brings unparalleled transparency and guidance to the table. His advocacy for fostering a healthy work-life balance with…

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Episode 230: Summer Solstice - Lighting Industry News Brief June 24 21:45

3M ago21:45

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Federal Policy, State Codes, and Courtroom Concerns Sponsored by The Keystone's Linta Architectural Linear Fixture https://keystonetech.com/all-products/linta-architectural-linear-fixtures/?utm_source=naild&utm_medium=product-showcase&utm_campaign=2023-linta-arch-fixture The Lighting Industry News Brief is a news commentary series from Scott Wachte…

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Returning Guest, Jim Pancero – Sharpening Your Competitive Edge 39:48

3M ago39:48

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SEASON: 4 EPISODE: 3 Episode Overview: How can businesses communicate more value and uniqueness in today’s price-driven, hyper-competitive markets, or in a market that is saturated with options? In an era dominated by price-driven hyper-competitive markets, businesses must constantly grapple with the challenge of standing out from the crowd and bec…

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Episode 229: Lanes Merge Ahead - Lighting Industry News Brief June 17 21:17

3M ago21:17

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Semi-Recalls, Orion is Safe Again, Lawsuits and more Sponsored by The Keystone's Linta Architectural Linear Fixture https://keystonetech.com/all-products/linta-architectural-linear-fixtures/?utm_source=naild&utm_medium=product-showcase&utm_campaign=2023-linta-arch-fixture The Lighting Industry News Brief is a news commentary series from Scott Wacht…

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Is my reputation trashed forever? 41:17

3M ago41:17

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Today’s letter-writers are in their “Reputation” eras…and they’re struggling to move forward with management that has preconceived notions about their performance. One writer is receiving biased feedback from a manager, and oh yeah, they might also be missing out on secret company equity. Another is dealing with the aftermath of being passed up for…

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The True Cost of Superficial House Flipping with Scott Wachter 21:36

3M ago21:36

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Send us a text June 11, 2024 139. The True Cost of Superficial House Flipping with Scott Wachter Buying a newly renovated home can be a thrilling experience, but the shiny surfaces and modern fixtures might be hiding a multitude of problems. In our latest podcast episode, we dive into this issue with Scott Wachter, a Toronto homeowner who faced une…

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Skip Wilson – Get Results From Advertising 33:16

3M ago33:16

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SEASON: 4 EPISODE: 2 Episode Overview: Advertising doesn't have to be a guessing game. It’s a predictable science, and one that we can understand. Businesses want results, but often struggle to navigate the complexities of advertising effectively. Traditional media methods are costly and digital platforms are constantly evolving. Most companies are…

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Episode 228: New Digs - Lighting Industry News Brief June 10 11:36

3M ago11:36

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MOUs, fire hazards, awards submissions, and event registrations Sponsored by The Keystone's Linta Architectural Linear Fixture https://keystonetech.com/all-products/linta-architectural-linear-fixtures/?utm_source=naild&utm_medium=product-showcase&utm_campaign=2023-linta-arch-fixture The Lighting Industry News Brief is a news commentary series from …

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The Weird 90s - From A(rt Bell) to Z(apruder Film) with Brian Giordano 2:47:08

3M ago2:47:08

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Grab a Snapple™ and make sure your tips are frosted, we're going back to the distant, far off time of the decade right before Y2K ended everything. The decade kicked off with a shaky start, as distrust in the government boiled over leading to all sorts of interests in what we all perceived was being hidden from us. In this episode, we are joined by…

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