Best Bertín Podcasts (2024)

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Rethinking Returns: Kyle Bertin on Turning E-Commerce Challenges into Supply Chain Wins 29:58

6d ago29:58

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ABOUT THE GUEST: Kyle Bertin is the co-founder and CEO of Two Boxes. Prior to founding Two Boxes in 2022, Kyle held senior roles at Outrider, Flexport, DeepScale (acquired by Tesla), and Deloitte. His extensive experience in logistics and strategy, combined with a passion for operational efficiency, has positioned Kyle as an innovator in the supply…

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AI lab TL;DR | Bertin Martens - The Economics of GenAI & Copyright 13:41

7d ago13:41

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🔍 In this TL;DR episode, Dr. Bertin Martens (Bruegel) discusses his working paper for the Brussels-based economic think tank on the economic arguments in favour of reducing copyright protection for generative AI inputs and outputs with the AI lab * 9:44: Mr Martens intended to say "humans" instead of machines 📌 TL;DR Highlights ⏲️[00:00] Intro ⏲️[0…

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Episode 106: Bertine Pas - Unity, mushroom chairs, and life in the Netherlands 37:50

4d ago37:50

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In Episode 106, Lauren interviews Netherlands-native Bertine Pas. Bertine is a teacher filled with so much joy and light! In this episode, Bertine shares about her adventurous summer across Europe, life in the Netherlands, and her journey of faith. Bertine is inspiring and full of life! - The Strangers on The Way Podcast: Transforming the world, on…

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EP 281: Former Pro Cyclist and Author Kathryn Bertine 1:08:50

17d ago1:08:50

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Kathryn Bertine is a retired pro cyclist, author, activist and documentary filmmaker. During her pro career in cycling, she was a three-time Caribbean Champion, six-time national champion of St. Kitts and Nevis (SKN) and raced five years on pro circuit. Off the bike, Bertine is a filmmaker, activist and author of four nonfiction books. As an advoca…

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EP 285: Stand-Up Comic & Actor Cameron Esposito 47:33

4h ago47:33

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Cameron Esposito (ABC's A Million Little Things, Queery) and host Erin Foley plunge into the world of swmming. We discuss Cameron's early days of captaining her high school swim team to becoming a competitive open ocean swimmer. Foley and Esposito also highlight the Olympians - Ledecky, Huske and Walsh as well as icons from past games. And of cours…

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Returns Done Right: Unlocking the Hidden Value of Reverse Logistics with Jonathan Poma 36:31

1d ago36:31

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ABOUT THE GUEST Jonathan Poma is the Co-founder and Executive Director of the Board of Loop, a leading returns management platform for Shopify merchants. With over 13 years of experience in e-commerce, Jonathan has a deep understanding of the complexities of returns and reverse logistics. Under his leadership, Loop facilitates 2.5 million returns m…

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Episode 108: Eléna Kappers - Belonging, cross-cultural mission, and growing up in Yemen 42:46

3h ago42:46

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In Episode 108, Lauren interviews worldwide adventurer Eléna Kappers. Eléna grew up in Yemen with her parents (her dad is Dutch-Canadian and her mom is German), went to university in Scotland, and currently lives in England. In January, Eléna will board an Operation Mobilization (OM) Ship based in Taiwan that will travel throughout Southeast Asia t…

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EP 284: Sports Agent Lesley Feldman 49:45

8h ago49:45

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Lesley Feldman is a former UCLA softball national champion, lawyer and co-founder of the Players Collxctive, a management agency focusing on female athletes. She specializes in contract negotiation, athlete brand management, business strategy, and helping brands navigate the women’s sport industry. She provides a unique view of the business side of…

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Tech-Driven Returns: Optoro's Amena Ali on Optimizing Reverse Logistics 42:54

8d ago42:54

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ABOUT THE GUEST Amena Ali is the CEO of Optoro, a leader in reverse logistics technology. With a career that spans over 25 years, she has held pivotal roles in companies like MCI, Bain & Company, and several software firms. At Optoro, Amena leads the charge in tackling the multi-billion-dollar returns problem, working with major retailers such as G…

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AI lab – AI in Action | Episode 03: AI Tokenization 7:28

8d ago7:28

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Let’s talk about AI tokenization in this third episode of our AI in Action series. Tokenization is actually pretty interesting, especially if you ever wondered how these fancy AI machines understand the stuff we type and say and produce things when we give them prompts. Next time you're marvelling at an AI-generated text, remember it's all about th…

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Episode 107: Lea Schmehl - Scouts, experiencing peace, and life in Germany 41:30

7d ago41:30

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In Episode 107, Lauren interviews German-native Lea Schmehl. Lea is a joy-filled 21-year old student studying to become a math/geography teacher. In this episode, Lea shares about what it's like living in Germany, her experience working and serving children and teens, and Lea leads listeners into a beautiful imaginative encounter at the end of the …

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Expert Panel: Fighting Returns Fraud & Boosting Revenue in Reverse Logistics 45:04

13d ago45:04

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ABOUT THE GUESTS Amena Ali, CEO of Optoro, has 15+ years of experience in returns and reverse logistics. Optoro provides a complete returns management platform, helping major brands manage returns more efficiently, focusing on sustainability and circularity. Jonathan Poma, Co-founder and Executive Director of the Board of Loop, leads a platform tha…

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EP 283: Emmy Nominated Writer/Performer Shantira Jackson 1:07:07

7d ago1:07:07

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Shantira Jackson (Big Mouth, The Amber Ruffin Show) and host Erin Foley discuss the WNBA groundbreaking documentary Power of the Dream - the empowering and unlikely true story of how a group of professional women's basketball players took on a WNBA team owner and rallied behind now — Senator Raphael Warnock, forever changing the landscape of their …

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Full-Scale Supply Chain Solutions: NFI’s Bill Mahoney on Expansion and Flexibility 21:21

19d ago21:21

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ABOUT THE GUEST Bill Mahoney is a seasoned leader with over two decades of experience in the logistics and supply chain industry. As Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer, Bill has been instrumental in guiding strategic growth and fostering innovation in complex supply chain environments. His expertise spans from operations manageme…

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From Configuration to Execution: Manhattan’s Ravi Maganti on the Future of AI in Logistics 21:39

20d ago21:39

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ABOUT THE GUEST Ravi Maganti is the Director of Technical Services at Manhattan Associates, where he has played a pivotal role in developing and managing the Manhattan Active Metro platform. With over 20 years of experience at Manhattan Associates, Ravi has been instrumental in driving innovation in warehouse management systems (WMS) and cloud-base…

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EP 282: Women's Sports Bar Owner Jen Barnes 46:54

10d ago46:54

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Jen Barnes is the owner of Rough & Tumble - Seattle's pub for women's sports. Jen is a life-long athlete, superfan, entrepreneur and tireless champion of women on and off the field. Barnes created a magical hub for women's sports, described as the most intimate stadium experience Seattle has to offer: cold beer within reach, a full menu that knows …

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Episode 105: Derek Matthews - Leadership, how to connect with people, and the future of AI 29:52

21d ago29:52

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In Episode 105, Lauren interviews leadership expert Dr. Derek Matthews. Derek lives in Arizona with his wife and three children and serves businesses through leadership consulting (Character Quest) and innovative growth solutions (The Patriot Pay). In this episode, Derek talks about the #1 secret the best leaders are doing, specific ways to build c…

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Real-Time Supply Chain Planning with Manhattan Associates' Scott Fenwick & Ryan Gifford 26:27

27d ago26:27

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ABOUT THE GUESTS Scott Fenwick is a seasoned expert in supply chain planning with nearly 30 years of experience. He currently leads product strategy at Manhattan Associates, where he has been instrumental in driving technological advancements in supply chain solutions. Scott’s extensive background in software development and leadership roles across…

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Work Ethic, Worth, and Seeing the Whole Athlete with Brad Huff 1:50:01

17d ago1:50:01

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Amber speaks with eight-time National Champion, two-time Pan American Champion, and World Championship medalist, Brad Huff. Brad reflects on his long career in cycling, how an eating disorder almost ended his career before it began, and why his “farm kid work ethic” was both an asset and a liability. He shares how he stayed clean in a sport rife wi…

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EP 280: Former USWNT Goalkeeper Saskia Webber 1:06:19

28d ago1:06:19

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Saskia Webber - NCAA All-American, Olympian, '99er, ACFC Investor and NWSL analyst - there isn't anything she hasn't accomplished in the soccer world. Her amazing career has helped paved the way for generations of USWNT players. We discuss the gold medal game against Brazil, Emma Hayes' special sauce, what it takes to be a success in goal, coaching…

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Cross-Border eCommerce Playbook: Tom Griffin on Logistics and Customer Experience at Shoptalk 2024 28:12

1M ago28:12

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ABOUT THE GUEST Tom Griffin is the President of Passport, a leading provider of international shipping and eCommerce solutions. With a career spanning over 20 years, Tom has held pivotal roles in some of the most innovative companies in the eCommerce and logistics industries. He began his journey at Yantra, a pioneer in distributed order management…

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EP 279: Sirius XM Sports Reporter Michelle Beadle 1:07:32

1M ago1:07:32

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Michelle Beadle has done it all in the world of sports reporting — from bull riding to basketball and everything in between. She not only survived but thrived in a male dominated arena. She's co-hosted ESPN's SportsNation, SportsCenter, Get Up and NBA Countdown. You can listen to her talk sports on Sirius XM's "Beadle & Decker" every day from 12-3p…

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Big Dreams, Spontaneous Ideas, and Paying It Forward with Ayesha McGowan 1:28:49

1M ago1:28:49

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Amber speaks with Ayesha McGowan, the first African-American woman professional road cyclist. Ayesha shares why she recently decided to step away from racing (for now) and opens up about the shift in autonomy she experienced on the World Tour. She describes how she handles the different pressures and challenges of professional racing, and how she’s…

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Episode 104: Agate Meikulāne - Life in Latvia, the beauty of nature, and wisdom to keep going 47:54

1M ago47:54

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In Episode 104, Lauren interviews 20-year old Agate Meikulāne. Agate is a fully-alive and passionate student from Latvia who currently works at an art gallery. She spent her gap year traveling and working in fashion design and is set to study Design and Technology Education in the fall. In this episode, Agate shares about the people and culture of …

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Maximizing Warehouse Automation ROI with Chris Lingamfelter at Modex 2024 22:20

1M ago22:20

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ABOUT THE GUEST Chris Lingamfelter is a seasoned leader with a wealth of experience in the supply chain and logistics sector. He has played pivotal roles in companies like Third Wave Automation, 6 River Systems, and SencorpWhite, where he has driven growth and spearheaded new ventures. At Robot Advisors, Chris leverages his extensive background in …

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Future-Proofing Warehouses: Integrating Technologies for Growth with G&P Construction at Modex 2024 25:40

2M ago25:40

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ABOUT THE GUEST(S) Jacob Tippie is a warehouse solutions expert with a focus on optimizing cubed space through turnkey solutions. As the Vice President of Sales at G&P Construction, he leads a team in delivering comprehensive services, including storage systems, automation, and lift equipment. With over seven years of experience in sales, project m…

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EP 278: Olympic GOATS with Stand-Up Comic & TV Host Trish Suhr 1:06:09

2M ago1:06:09

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Host Erin Foley welcomes stand-up comic and host of A&E's Find My Country House, Trish Suhr! We're back covering the Olympics - all things Simone Biles & Gymnastics, the epic Women's Rugby Sevens bronze medal match, USWNT vs Japan, Sha'Carri Richardson, Katie Ledecky and of course, the nails. Plus, the feel good moment of the week! Watch on Youtube…

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Episode 103: Valerie and Leon - Kids Interview! 8:14

2M ago8:14

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In Episode 103, Lauren interviews the youngest guests on the Strangers on the Way Podcast, eight-year-old Valerie and five-year old Leon! Valerie and Leon are siblings and live in the Chicago suburbs. In this episode, Valerie and Leon joyfully share about their favorite things, including swimming, travel, ice skating and their family! This is a sho…

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EP 277: Hashtag Not My Drone with Stand-up Comic Bridget McManus 55:12

2M ago55:12

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Host Erin Foley welcomes comic-writer-drone specialist Bridget McManus! We're covering the Olympics this week - hot takes on the Opening Ceremony, the Canadian Women's Soccer drone scandal, USWNT games against Zambia and Germany, Rugby, Women's Diving, Swimming and also...aliens. The podcast went off the rails so buckle up Herlighters. Plus, the fe…

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Adventure, Reflection, and Connecting through the Outdoors with Devin Cowens 1:29:17

2M ago1:29:17

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Amber speaks with Devin Cowens, connector, adventure cyclist, and founder of Radical Adventure Riders Atlanta Chapter (RAR ATL). Devin shares how she thinks about creating opportunities for people to experience bikepacking, specifically how she addresses different barriers to entry to make those experiences accessible. She describes how her backgro…

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Episode 102: Anne Beall - Analyzing fairytales, embracing self-compassion, and a hot air balloon ride 40:23

2M ago40:23

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In Episode 102, Lauren interviews author and entrepreneur Dr. Anne Beall. Anne has written numerous award-winning books and owned a research company that enabled her to learn about fairytales, love, and gender dynamics of men and women, among many others. In this episode, Anne shares about the surprising discovery of hidden messages in the Grimm's …

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EP 276: WNBA All-Star Weekend Recap 37:13

2M ago37:13

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Host Erin Foley recaps her epic roadtrip to Phoenix, AZ for the WNBA All-Star Weekend. From Allisha Gray's skills challenge and 3-point contest victories to the WNBA All-Star's win over Team USA, Foley brings you all the inside scoop. Arike, Clarke, Reese, Wilson, Taurasi - it was 116 degrees on and off the court. Plus, the feel good moment of the …

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Essential Automation Strategies: AutoStore's Jon Schechter on WMS and ASRS Integration at Modex 2024 22:11

2M ago22:11

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ABOUT THE GUEST(S) Jon Schechter started with AutoStore in July 2020 and is responsible for driving market awareness focused on retail in North America. As a Business Development Manager, he partners with customers in their fulfillment journey to identify whether AutoStore is the right fit for them. Jon has been designing robotic-based fulfillment …

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Episode 101: La Toya Ormsby - Walking through grief, setting a table, and life in Jamaica 57:32

2M ago57:32

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In Episode 101, Lauren interviews La Toya Ormsby, Jamaica-native and Director of Client Services at a crisis pregnancy center in Maryland. In Jamaica, La Toya enjoyed mango season in the summer, jerk pits, drive-in movie theaters, and being surrounded by family and neighbors. In this episode, La Toya shares about her vision for setting a table thro…

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AI lab TL;DR | Alexander Peukert - Copyright in the Artificial Intelligence Act–A Primer 15:36

2M ago15:36

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🔍 In this TL;DR episode, Prof. Dr. Alexander Peukert (Goethe University Frankfurt am Main) discusses his primer on copyright in the EU AI Act with the AI lab 📌 TL;DR Highlights ⏲️[00:00] Intro ⏲️[01:26] Q1-Merging copyright & AI regulation: What challenges arise from merging copyright law and AI regulation? How might this impact legislation, compli…

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Meaning, Money, and Prioritizing What Matters with Alexey Vermeulen 1:31:04

2M ago1:31:04

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Amber speaks with professional cyclist Alexey Vermeulen, who left road racing on the World Tour to pursue a career as a professional off-road cyclist. Alexey shares why over-indexing on fun can be counterproductive, how to turn compartmentalization into a superpower, and his not-so-secret analog tool for cultivating balance, adaptability, and clear…

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EP 275: The World Cup You Never Heard Of with Comedian Dana Goldberg 59:23

2M ago59:23

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Dana Goldberg, comedian and co-host of The Daily Beans podcast, joins host Erin Foley in the studio to discuss COPA 71 — an incredible documentary about the unofficial 1971 Women's World Cup in Mexico, a moment virtually erased from the history of soccer. Filmmakers Rachel Ramsay and James Erskine use player interviews and archival footage to share…

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Episode 100: Tony Hodges - Lessons from marriage, how to learn, and healing from Father wounds 59:54

2M ago59:54

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"I know you've been through pain and I know you've been through loss, but this is how I'm going to put your life back together." In this episode, Lauren chats with Tony Hodges, English business man and Ministry Lead of City Vision from Yorkshire in England. City Vision has come into being as an enabling agency to help the business people of peace a…

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AI lab TL;DR | Thomas Margoni - Copyright Law & the Lifecycle of Machine Learning Models 13:29

2M ago13:29

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🔍 In this TL;DR episode, Professor Thomas Margoni (CiTiP - Centre for IT & IP Law, KU Leuven) discusses copyright law and the lifecycle of machine learning models with the AI lab. The starting point is an article co-authored with Professor Martin Kretschmer (CREATe, University of Glasgow) and Dr Pinar Oruç (University of Manchester), and published …

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Ground Game Strategies: Inventory and Healthcare Logistics with Guy Courtin at Modex 2024 30:05

3M ago30:05

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ABOUT THE GUEST(S) Guy Courtin is a seasoned supply chain expert with decades of experience in the technology and supply chain space. Currently serving as Tecsys' Vice President of Industry and Global Alliances, he has held leadership roles at 6 River Systems (a Shopify company), Infor Retail, and i2 Technologies (now Blue Yonder). He has likewise …

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EP 274: A Fun Hang with Sports Journalist Sarah Spain 1:06:00

3M ago1:06:00

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Sarah Spain is a rockstar. She's an Emmy and Peabody Award-winning sports journalist for the last two decades, with a dozen-plus years at ESPN, working as a radio and podcast host, television personality, producer and writer. Spain is on the Gatorade Women's Advisory Board and was formerly a minority owner of the Chicago Red Stars of the National W…

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Episode 99: Kimberly Jackson - The creative process, generational legacy, and gifts from God 1:04:26

3M ago1:04:26

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In this episode, Lauren chats with powerful business owner, graphic designer, photographer and prophetic trainer Kimberly Jackson. Kimberly comes from a family of 11 (she's the youngest of 11!), a long line of entrepreneurs, and currently owns a business with her husband that services CNC machines, a niche industry. In this episode, Kimberly shares…

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Focus on the Last 100 Feet: Deep Dive into SLAM with Steve Pickfield at Modex 2024 23:20

3M ago23:20

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ABOUT THE GUEST Steve Pickfield is a dynamic leader with a proven track record of building high-performance sales teams and driving business success. Currently the Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) at PSI Engineering in Toronto, Steve has led commercial strategy and operations since 2018, achieving significant growth. As Executive Vice-President of Na…

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EP 273: Tossing the Candy with UCLA Softball Coach Kirk Walker 1:21:18

3M ago1:21:18

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Host Erin Foley welcomes UCLA Softball Associate Head Coach Kirk Walker! Kirk has helped guide UCLA to seven NCAA Championships and 17 Women's College World Series appearances. We talk about his coaching career, the state of softball and the incredible legacy of being the first openly gay Division I NCAA coach. Plus, the feel good moment of the wee…

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AI lab - AI in Action | Episode 02: AI Terminology 10:49

2M ago10:49

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Let’s talk about AI terminology in the second episode in our AI in Action series. The AI term gets thrown around more than a beach ball at a summer picnic, and it’s not always clear what people are talking about. “AI” is to tech what “food” is to a grocery store – sure, it covers a lot, but a hot dog and a filet mignon are pretty darn different whe…

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Concussion, Recovery, and the Athlete Mind with Dr. Anthony Alessi 1:45:19

3M ago1:45:19

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Amber speaks about concussion in athletes with Anthony Alessi, MD and board-certified neurologist who specializes in neurology, neuromuscular diseases, EMG, and sports neurology. Dr. Alessi is a Clinical Professor of Neurology and Orthopedic Surgery and the Director of the NeuroSport program at the University of Connecticut, and neurologist for the…

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Episode 98: Julie Egger - Transformation, changing behaviors, and loving who you are 39:02

3M ago39:02

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"The real power is being vulnerable. The real power is being who you are. The real power is speaking truth. That's what I really learned the last couple of years. You're sick in your secrets. You're powerful in your truth." -Julie Egger In Episode 98, Lauren interviews amazing mom and applied behavior analyst Julie Egger. Julie's journey is inspira…

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EP 272: Weekly Recap 23:44

3M ago23:44

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Host Erin Foley recaps the week's biggest stories in women's sports. USWNT Olympic roster picks, Head Coach Casey Stoney out at San Diego, WNBA Commissioner's Cup, WNBA upsets, USA Gymnastics injuries and the NY Liberty mascot Ellie the Elephant. Enjoy! Watch on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Herlights Email the show: erin@herlights.com Erin Fol…

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Modern Logistics Challenges: Strategies from Blue Yonder's Ann Marie Jonkman at Modex 2024 33:23

3M ago33:23

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ABOUT THE GUEST Ann Marie Jonkman, Vice Presidnet Industry Strategies at Blue Yonder, advises Logistics Service Providers (LSPs) on leveraging technology and best practices to enhance their business strategies. With over 20 years of experience in continuous improvement and consulting, particularly in distribution, e-commerce, and transportation, sh…

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So long friends, for now. Thank you for all the support you have given me. This podcast is now an archive, with the exception of occasional uploads when I feel like it.

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