Best Ale Hour Podcasts (2024)

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Insights on Effective Social Media in the Industrial Sector with Susan Wilson 23:25

2d ago23:25

23:25

If you know us ladies, you know we love to network, both in-person and online, especially through social media. Join us, as we delve into the wonders and the transformations of social media with Susan Wilson from Inductive Automation. Sparked by her husband's career as a toolmaker machinist, hear how Susan discovered a passion for digital strategy,…

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Modernizing Dairy Farming with Automation ft. Vinny Endres 55:01

9d ago55:01

55:01

Nikki & Ali, sit down with Vinny Endres, owner of Bitmasked Automation & a trailblazer in dairy farm automation. Vinny shares his journey from growing up on a dairy farm to becoming a diesel mechanic, then discovering his passion for electrical engineering & automation. He shares his unique perspective integrating robotic technologies in dairy farm…

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Building a Visionary Business in Automation with Erick Collins 40:02

16d ago40:02

40:02

What happens when a young troublemaker with a love for computers and cars finds himself at the forefront of the robotics and machine vision industries? Nikki and Courtney chat with Erick Collins, owner of Rockport Integration and Automation. Through a significant change in career direction and the influence of pivotal figures, Erick's path was anyt…

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Leveraging Expert Collaboration & TikTok with Kathy at Flex-Line Automation & Ed from HARTING (Automate 2024) 23:44

30d ago23:44

23:44

Ali and Nikki sit down with Kathy Rinne, the Conveyor Cougar from Flex-Line Automation, and Ed Garstkiewicz, Sr. Industry Segment Manager of Automation and Robotics from HARTING. They touch on how in the ever-evolving landscape of industrial automation and marketing, collaborating with experts is more important than ever. And ever wondered how a 12…

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Revolutionizing Automation with Corey at HARTING & Ale at Gray Solutions (Automate 2024) 20:12

1M ago20:12

20:12

Join the Automation Ladies once again at Automate 2024 as they chat with Corey Jenkins from HARTING and Ale Walker from Gray Solutions. Corey dives into the engineering magic behind HARTING's plug-and-play solutions, while Ale brings a personal touch, giving a heartfelt shout-out to her mom, Kathy Walker, the CEO of eCami. They share how these conn…

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Bridging Innovation and Culture with Casey from HARTING (Automate 2024) 23:56

1M ago23:56

23:56

Join the Automation Ladies as they chat with Casey Spitz, the VP of Development and Innovation at HARTING. She takes us through setting up product development teams in the US, all things connectors, and customer engagement strategies. Discover the role of connectors in transforming data centers and AI technologies, and learn how these small compone…

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From SPE Standards to Hands-On Automation with McKenzie from CLN of SF and Ed from HARTING (Automate 2024) 43:48

1M ago43:48

43:48

Join us as the Automation Ladies sit down with McKenzie Reed, President of Single Paired Ether Standards Development / CLN of South Florida, and Ed Garskowitz, Business Development Manager at HARTING. Mckenzie shares his journey from working at Harting to acquiring his own industrial machinery company. Alongside McKenzie, Ed reflects on their colla…

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News Ways of Networking with Chris at Manufacturing Happy Hour & Amanda at HARTING (Automate 2024) 18:42

1M ago18:42

18:42

Ali and Nikki speak with Chris Luecke from Manufacturing Happy Hour and Amanda Marx, Senior VP of Marketing Digital Strategy & IT at HARTING. This minisode goes from casual LinkedIn conversations to establishing a dynamic community for women in industrial automation. They uncover the secrets of building niche communities, the importance of multi-ge…

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Exploring Festo's Innovations with Sandro at Festo & Lucas at HARTING (Automate 2024) 24:38

2M ago24:38

24:38

Ready to revolutionize your approach to automation and connectivity? Join us on the show floor at Automate, where Nikki and Ali sit down with two industry powerhouses, Sandro Quintero from Festo and Lucas Knapp from HARTING. You'll uncover the secrets behind Festo's groundbreaking transition from traditional pneumatics to state-of-the-art electric …

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A Chat With Postcard Brewing of Ireland 43:45

2M ago43:45

43:45

In this episode, I'm joined by Jonathan Spielberg, founder of Postcard Brewing Company in Dublin, Ireland. Jonathan, originally from New York, takes us through his journey from IT project management to becoming a key player in Ireland's craft beer scene. We delve into the challenges of transitioning from a hobbyist brewer to establishing a fully-fl…

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Trends that are Reshaping Manufacturing Automation with Luis at Siemens & Ed at HARTING (Automate 2024) 16:38

2M ago16:38

16:38

In this second "minisode" from the floor of Automate 2024, Nikki and Ali sit down with Ed Garstkiewicz, Senior Industry Segment Manager at HARTING, and Luis Narvaez, Automation & Marketing Specialist at Siemens. We unpack the modernization trends reshaping the landscape of PLCs, automation, and manufacturing — the move to decentralized automation, …

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Flexible Navigation with Srna at OTTO and Ed from HARTING (Automate 2024) 27:24

2M ago27:24

27:24

In this first "minisode" from Automate, Nikki and Ali sit down with Srna Okukua, Head of Marketing at OTTO by Rockwell Automation, and Edmund Garstkiewicz, Senior Industry Segment Manager at HARTING. We'll explore how AMRs are making waves in industries ranging from automotive to consumer goods, offering unparalleled flexibility and efficiency over…

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Recreating A 3,000 Year Old Egyptian Beer in Utah 48:28

3M ago48:28

48:28

Beer was a fundamental part of life in Ancient Egypt. But what did it taste like? That's the sort of question most of would briefly ponder and then move on. Not Dylan McDonnell.He set about plans to recreate an ancient beer as accurately as possible. It turned out to be a 3 year project of deciphering ancient documents, finding ingredients that wer…

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What's The Real History of Lambic Beer? 59:05

3M ago59:05

59:05

Lambic is synonymous with Brussels. The usual story is that the spontaneously fermented beer has been brewed unchanged since medieval times, a remnant of how all beers were once brewed.The story is more interesting though.Beer Historian Roel Mulder from LostBeers.com joins me to explain how Lambic beers originated in the 18th century and how they w…

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Talking Fonio Beer And Burton Union Systems At Thornbridge Brewing. 21:09

4M ago21:09

21:09

Thornbridge Brewing in the UK are an award winning brewery that have a strong emphasis on tradition but like to take chances.They have recently linked with Brooklyn Brewery founder Garrett Oliver to brew a beer with Fonio. This is a staple grain crop in West Africa but it's not widely know outside of the area. It's hardy and grows in dry conditions…

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Robot Royalty with Vanessa Loiola 1:01:46

4M ago1:01:46

1:01:46

In this season 3 finale, the Automation Ladies have a chat with Founder and CEO of Valoy Automation, Vanessa Loiola. They discuss and emphasize the importance of training and troubleshooting skills for operators to reduce downtime and improve efficiency, proper programming and maintenance, and intuitive coding. Support the show ____________________…

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A Chat With Wild East, Brooklyn's Mixed Fermentation Brewery 43:04

4M ago43:04

43:04

Wild East was founded in 2019 by Brett Taylor, Tyler March and Lindsay Steen. Based in Brooklyn they have a focus (though by no means exclusive) on mixed fermentation and Brett-based beers. They started with 40 barrels and have since grown that by a further 100. As they say they themselves, they aim to push boundaries and open new doors for anyone …

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A Data Driven World with Phil Seboa 1:11:35

4M ago1:11:35

1:11:35

In this week's episode, Nikki and Ali chat with Technical Sales Executive at Inductive Automation, Phil Seboa. They discuss the importance of IT and OT, his journey from electrician into the IT-centric world of automation, the impact of Ignition software, and some tips for content creation. Support the show _________________________________________…

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A Chat With Tom Standage, Author of A History Of The World in 6 Glasses 53:36

4M ago53:36

53:36

Looking at the history of the world through it's 6 favourite drinks might seem a bit unusual. But this lens throws light on changes in culture as well as power throughout the ages.Tom Standage, editor of The Economist, took this approach in his book "A History Of The World In 6 Glasses," in which he traces trends through the history of Beer, Wine, …

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Elevating Industrial Automation (AHTD Spring Meeting Live Recap) 42:47

5M ago42:47

42:47

In a previous Linkedin Live, Nikki and Ali recap the AHTD Spring Meeting with founder of QuoteBeam, Roman Piszcz. They discuss the importance of the Association for High Technology Distribution (AHTD) and encourage others in the industry to join. They also touch on the need for dynamic websites that provide relevant content and build credibility, t…

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SCADA System Integration with Hassana Abubakar 42:37

5M ago42:37

42:37

In Automation Ladies fashion we had some technical difficulties during this episode, but the Ladies and Hassana Abubakar, a SCADA engineer at Mainstream Energy Solutions Limited, had a great time. Hassana presented an amazing slideshow to show all the projects her and her team have accomplished and will achieve. They discuss hydropower plants, work…

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Innovation, Networking, and Giving Back with Preston Hadley (Linkedin Live) 55:09

5M ago55:09

55:09

In this Linkedin Live, Nikki along with a pop up from Ali, interview Preston Hadley, President and Founder of Envision Automation & Controls. Preston starts with his introduction to automation with working in a family business, and continues into the challenges and benefits of going to networking events and the authenticity of marketing. Support th…

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Connecting the Future with Ed Garstkiewicz and Goda Inokaityte 54:30

5M ago54:30

54:30

In this special episode, Nikki and Ali speak with Ed Garstkiewicz (Business Development Manager) and Goda Inokaityte (Product Manager) at HARTING. They talk about the challenges of selecting and designing connectors, the benefits of using connectors in machinery and automation systems, and the innovations in connector technology, including modular …

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The State of Smart Manufacturing with Andy Stump and Vitória Régia Oliveira (Linkedin Live) 1:04:35

6M ago1:04:35

1:04:35

In this previous Linkedin Live episode, Nikki catches up with Andy Stump (Director of Business Development at Rockwell Automation), and Vitória Régia Oliveira (Lead in Maintenance, Facilities, and Project Engineering at Magna International). They discuss the current state of smart manufacturing, the challenges of integrating technology, and the imp…

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The Importance of Patience with Dale Parker (Linkedin Live) 58:18

6M ago58:18

58:18

Nikki and Ali had the chance to speak to Dale Parker, Design Engineering Manager at Keystone Gas Services. Dale talks about his interest in getting UL 508A certification, sharing knowledge and mentoring the next generation of automation, as well as, some new exciting updates about Keystone's future. Support the show ________________________________…

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A Chat With Elias Wicked Ales of Manila 42:12

6M ago42:12

42:12

It's a big claim to say any one brewery is the best in its country. But Elias Wicked Ales won the award as The Philippines best two years running at the Asian Beer Championship.Founded by Raoul Masangcay in 2019 Elias Wicked Ales gained prominence quickly. Raoul is the first beer sommelier in The Philippines and built his interest in, and knowledge…

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Exploring Neurodiversity with Jason Bean (Linkedin Live) 1:06:56

6M ago1:06:56

1:06:56

In this previous , Nikki and Ali talk to Jason Bean, founder of M-Path Consulting and IIoT Market Specialist at Pepperl+Fuchs Group. Jason discusses working in various industries, his own experience with being neurodivergent, and the stigma behind individuals who fall under that. Learn more about Harnessing Neurodiversity for Organizational Excelle…

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Vietnam's East West Brewing 47:17

6M ago47:17

47:17

Vietnamese are among the top ten beer drinkers in the world. The country also has one of the most vibrant beer scenes in Asia. East West is one of the leading craft breweries in Vietnam. Based in Ho Chi Minh City they were founded by a multi-national team (hence the name) with the intention of building a world-class brewery.Their brewery and taproo…

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Automation Abroad with Vitória Régia Oliveira 1:01:44

6M ago1:01:44

1:01:44

In this pre-recorded episode, all the Automation Ladies chat with Vitória Régia Oliveira, Lead in Maintenance, Facilities, and Project Engineering at Magna International. The ladies get the chance to discuss creating women in automation groups, overcoming challenges as a black woman in the industry, and the process of moving abroad for career oppor…

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Bastet Brewing, Florida's Egypt-Inspired Brewery 1:08:08

6M ago1:08:08

1:08:08

Huston Lett and Tom Ross founded Bastet Brewing in Tampa Bay, Florida back in 2014 but didn't actually launch until 2019.Inspired by the ancient Egyptian brewing culture they chose the name Bastet after the god who was prevented from destroying mankind when she was fooled into getting drunk.With such a long view of brewing history both Tom and Hust…

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Uniting Expertise with Sarah and Jessica at BBP (Linkedin Live) 54:28

6M ago54:28

54:28

This week Nikki and Ali speak with Sarah Sonnier, Data Scientist and Jessica Williams, Controls Engineer at BBP. They discuss the challenges of integrating IT and OT, AI's usefulness in tasks like programming (with some human intervention), and the story of the dynamic duo's origins. Support the show ________________________________________________…

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The Role Of Chicha Beer in The Andean Wari Empire. A Chat With Archeologist Donna Nash. 1:18:50

6M ago1:18:50

1:18:50

The Wari Empire ruled in Peru from around 600 to 1100. During that time they ruled over much of coastal and highland Peru.Recent excavations have revealed that one of the tools they used to forge alliances was with the local beer, chicha. This was brewed in large state-owned breweries and used both as a way of creating links with neighbouring tribe…

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Insights into Machine Vision with Yamini Vattipalli 1:03:56

7M ago1:03:56

1:03:56

In this episode, Nikki interviews Yamini Vattipalli, Director of Operations at Easy Automation Systems. Yamini shares her journey from being an image processing engineer to her current role. They discuss the challenges and importance of vision applications, the transition to system integration, and the role of AI in machine vision. Support the show…

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A Rollercoaster of Automation with Linda Freeman (Linkedin Live) 1:02:47

7M ago1:02:47

1:02:47

Nikki and Ali G sat live with Linda Freeman, an Industry Manager and longtime employee at Rockwell Automation. They look at the importance of functional safety and cybersecurity skills in the industry, the need for continuous learning, and using traditional gender roles to one's advantage. Check out the original live episode here. Support the show …

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Navigating Career Transitions with Dyci Sfregola 1:02:50

7M ago1:02:50

1:02:50

This week, Nikki gets a one on one interview with Startup Mentor, Dyci Sfregola. Nikki and Dyci discuss mentorship, starting her own venture, supply chain management, and her brand new book. Support the show __________________________________________________________________ Co-Hosts are Alicia Gilpin Director of Engineering at Process and Controls …

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Vine Street Brewing: Missouri's First Black-Owned Brewery 46:26

7M ago46:26

46:26

Black owned breweries are just 1% of breweries in the US. Recently opened Vine Street in Kansas City is the only one in Missouri.Join founders Kemet Coleman and Woodie Bonds for a chat about the brewery and the challenges and expectations of being minority owned. As the first black-owned brewery in Missouri, Vine Street not only crafts exceptional …

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Leveraging Strengths with Kortni Pendon (LinkedIn Live) 1:00:36

7M ago1:00:36

1:00:36

In this LinkedIn Live, Nikki and Ali G (and a little bit of Courtney) speak with student PCE employee Kortni Pendon. Kortni began her journey into automation thanks to her dad and time in the Navy. She discusses her military experience and the soft skills she developed, the importance of playing into your strengths and working on your weaknesses, a…

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How Alcohol Created Civilization With Edward Slingerland 1:03:36

7M ago1:03:36

1:03:36

Alcohol has been used by humans since the beginning of time. Why do we still injest what is a poison? Edward Slingerland addressed this question in his book "Drunk. How we sipped, danced, and stumbled our way to civilization." Edward is the Professor of Philosophy at the University of British Columbia and his book looks at the alcohol from an evolu…

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STEAMing Ahead with Chioma Aso 1:15:05

8M ago1:15:05

1:15:05

This week Nikki speaks with Chioma Aso, Founder of STEAMDivas Inc. and longtime engineer. The importance of art and creativity in engineering isn't the only conversation they have. Nikki and Chioma both open up about imposter syndrome, emotions, and finding yourself within the workspace. Interested in Chioma's book? Check it out here. Support the s…

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Birth Of A Brewery Part 3 48:13

8M ago48:13

48:13

We've been following the birth of Checkerhead Brewery on Vancouver Island for a while.Street Juggles David Aiken is creating a lifestyle micro-brewery that will allow him to meet his financial needs and also have a great quality of life.It's been almost a year since we last spoke. How is the project getting on?…

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Innovative Applications with Daniella Gonzalez (Linkedin Live) 59:13

8M ago59:13

59:13

This week, Ali G and Courtney get the chance to talk to Festo Product Manager, Daniella Gonzalez. They cover topics like gender imbalances in the field, problem-solving with customers, Daniella' work with training and workforce development at Festo, and which Harry Potter house they all are. Support the show ________________________________________…

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Father Mathew and 19th Century Irish Temperance Movement 55:58

8M ago55:58

55:58

The caricature of the Irish involves a lot of alcohol and drunkenness. It often comes as a surprise when people discover just how widespread and culturally ingrained temperance and teetotalism is in the country.Father Theobald Mathew's temperance crusade was the single most extraordinary social movement in pre-famine Ireland, enlisting millions of …

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Catching Up with Morgan Wilson (Linkedin Live) 56:13

8M ago56:13

56:13

Nikki, Ali G, and guest host Courtney catch up live with Morgan Wilson, Partner Success Manager at SVT Robotics. Last time Ali G and Courtney spoke to Morgan live about her experiences at SVT Robotics and her outreach with customers. They talk SVT's work with diverse technologies and custom systems, potential application of certain automation, and …

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Brouwerij Kestemont, Belgium's Newest Lambic Brewery 41:50

8M ago41:50

41:50

Lambic brewing around Brussels has a long tradition. After many years of decline it has in recent times gone through a revival.Existign breweries have grown and a handful of new breweries have opened.Brewery Kestemont is a family-owned brewery located in another Lambic brewery that closed in 1968.Run by brothers-in-law Lias Kestemont and Wim Krieck…

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From the Sea with Krystle Ponce 52:19

8M ago52:19

52:19

While Nikki is away, Ali G takes on her own solo interview with guest Krystle Ponce, Senior Data Analyst at TREW. Krystle started her journey into automation as an aviation electrician in the Navy. She talks about her journey from the sea to the land, the importance of learning through mistakes, and the importance of confidence in the work place. I…

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Lass Haüs Ales, Austins Only All-Female Brewery 49:21

8M ago49:21

49:21

Austin has a big and exciting craft beer scene. But surpringly there is only one female-owned brewery where the owners do all the brewing. That is Lass Haüs Ales.Founded by Amber McCullough and Kris Carpenter the brewery specialises in Belgian-style ales.They've experienced their share of ups and downs in trying to bring a brewery to life and they'…

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The Crystal Ball on AI with Juan Aparicio Ojea (Linkedin Live) 1:03:09

9M ago1:03:09

1:03:09

Starting the Linkedin Lives up for the 2024 season, Nikki, Ali G, and guest host Courtney talk with robotics and AI expert, Juan Aparicio Ojea. Juan is the co-founder of a start up and spent many years working with robotics. They discuss how AI can be brought more into robotics, the lack in current AI technology when it comes to automating certain …

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A3 Business Forum with Cathy and Lauren 41:10

9M ago41:10

41:10

This week's episode is a little different since Nikki was at an industry event: the A3 Business Forum hosted by the Association for Advancing Automation in Orlando Florida. She thought she found a quiet corner to have a conversation with Cathy Rinne (the infamous Conveyor Cougar on TikTok) and Lauren Van De Mark - President and Sales and Marketing …

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Automating Australia with Jasmine Quick (Linkedin Live) 54:52

9M ago54:52

54:52

Continuing Season 3: Nikki and Ali G (along with a guest appearance from Courtney) take time to speak with Jasmine Quick, an Industrial Automation Engineer at GPS Electrical Services in Melbourne. Sometimes working long shifts, Jasmine is no stranger to the engineer lifestyle. She talks about going through school in Australia, VM's, converting whol…

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Hop & Clover of Mudgee, New South Wales. 53:46

9M ago53:46

53:46

Not everyone iopens a brewery by mistake. Or gets national publicity before they do. But Dave Henderson from Northern Ireland did just that when he bought a brewing system off Gumtree in Australia.When that happened himself and his wife felt that had to go ahead. Join Dave for a chat about his experiences and be amazed at the accuracy of his Austra…

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