Best Courtney Ellis Podcasts (2024)

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74: Birding to Change the World with Trish O'Kane 44:04

6h ago44:04

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Together we walk through Trish O'Kane's beautiful new book, Birding to Change the World, including the New Orleans disaster story that first led her into birding. Join us for this episode of The Thing with Feathers as Trish, author and senior lecturer in environmental justice at the University of Vermont, illuminates ways we might make a difference…

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S4E22 - Don’t rely on macro goals with Gursimran (Simar) Gujral 37:25

2h ago37:25

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Simar, CEO and Founder of OptiPhoenix, shared invaluable insights on A/B testing and CRO at Experiment Nation. Here are 5 key takeaways:Don’t rely solely on macro goals: Micro goals reveal user behavior, driving better testing strategies and informing future hypotheses.Iterative testing trumps scrapping: Learn from failed tests by adjusting hypothe…

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EP 79 Unlocking Mindful Drinking With Ian Andersen of Sunnyside 30:59

38m ago30:59

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Send me a text message about the show! I am thrilled to have as my latest guest, Ian Andersen, co-founder of Sunnyside which is the top alcohol moderation app available. Many people shy away from total sobriety, but still want help to cut back on drinking. Friends, Sunnyside is here to help! They aim to provide a supportive environment for those wh…

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The Bird Banter Podcast #179 with Dr. Abby Darrah 36:28

3h ago36:28

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On this episode Abby and I talk about the conservation efforts she is working on with Audubon Delta and the conservation of Black Skimmers and Least Terns, as well as her doctoral studies with mixed flocks in the American tropics, her birding story and stories. You can contact Abby through Audubon Delta. Read more about topics on this episode on th…

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S4E21 - Navigating Experimentation at Startups with Avishek Basu Mallick 29:47

8d ago29:47

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Avishek Basu Mallick, a Senior PM at CheapOair, talks about:- Experimentation at scale: Even with high traffic, rigorous experimentation is crucial.- Idea generation: User research, NPS surveys, and internal stakeholders are valuable sources of experiment ideas.- Communicating progress: Regular updates with leadership build trust and ensure alignme…

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A Soul's Pace, A Soul's Portion 21:10

4h ago21:10

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Your soul has a unique speed. It is not in a hurry. It does not travel at the speed of our world nor our culture. It travels at the speed of Light - the Light of the world. Your soul is in need of nourishment. It must be fed and there is only one real source of food. C.S. Lewis wrote, "God designed the human machine to run on Himself. He Himself is…

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EP 78 Meet Abbie Jean: A Recovering Alcoholic and Sober TikTok Sensation 25:24

3h ago25:24

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Send me a text message about the show! I am beyond excited because we have the fabulous Abbie Jean from TikTok joining us. If you're on TikTok and not following her yet, what are you even doing? Abbie Jean, famous for her fun coffee drinks, amazing nail art, and those adorable accents, has been rocking sobriety for five years. She started sharing h…

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Episode 168: Interview with Grethchen Ronnevik 56:31

7d ago56:31

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Gretchen loves rich theology rooted in real life. She created Gospel Mentoring, a training program for intergenerational discipleship, and is the co-host of Freely Given, a podcast on living free in Christ. She has articles published at 1517, Christianity Today, Mere Orthodoxy, and regularly speaks at events. Her books include: Ragged: Spiritual Di…

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S4E20 - People are the biggest challenge featuring Michael St Laurent 37:52

11d ago37:52

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Michael St Laurent, a seasoned CRO expert, shared his insights on large-scale testing Here are 5 key takeaways for marketers:Prioritization is key: Large-scale testing requires prioritizing tests based on potential impact and aligning with overall business goals.AI is the future, but humans guide it: Mike emphasizes the power of AI in automating pr…

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EP 77 Fighting the Stigma of Sobriety With Courtney of Discovering Mocktails 30:36

4d ago30:36

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Send me a text message about the show! Have you ever wondered how one person's journey can ignite a movement? Join me as I share my conversation with a truly inspiring guest all the way from Canada, Courtney Johnson of Discovering Mocktails. After hitting rock bottom in 2022, Courtney began her sober journey on January 1, 2023, and founded Discover…

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Episode 167: Interview with Ann Maree Goudzwaard 1:03:23

5d ago1:03:23

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Ann Maree Goudzwaard is the founder and Executive Director of Help[H]er. She advocates for women in crisis, trains in church advocacy, and produces materials for the HelpHer ministry. Her doctorate is in ministry, specifically biblical counseling. She's also certified in domestic abuse advocacy (CTP) and has completed three of the courses for the G…

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The Bird Banter Podcast #178 with Matthew Bell 33:42

5d ago33:42

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Matthew Bell, a Connecticut birder and travel specialist with the Connecticut Audubon Society is my guest on this episode. Matt got passionate about birding while at Ohio State University after a trip to Costa Rica, and on getting back to Ohio helped revive the Ornighology Club there. We talk about his work at Connecticut Audubon, his birding exper…

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S4E19 - Start Small and Stay Curious featuring Ellie Hughes 40:06

7d ago40:06

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Ellie Hughes, a top CRO expert and Experimentor of the Year, shared some incredible insights in her recent Experiment Nation interview. Here are 5 takeaways to boost your experimentation game:- Start Small and Stay Curious: Ellie emphasizes that experimentation is a journey, not a destination. Start small, stay curious, and never stop learning!- Pr…

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EP 76 Taking A Break From Alcohol: Jen Olafson’s Practical Approach 33:19

11d ago33:19

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Send me a text message about the show! Does the thought of going completely sober seem a bit wild or intimidating? Trust me, I get it—it can feel a bit embarrassing to even think about, especially when you’re hanging out with your drinking buddies. But I'm super excited to share this conversation with Jen Olafson because her approach to taking a br…

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Episode 166: Interview with Whitney K. Pipkin 58:32

27d ago58:32

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Whitney K. Pipkin is the author of We Shall All Be Changed: How Facing Death With Loved Ones Transforms Us. Whitney lives with her husband, three children and a dog named Honeybun in Northern Virginia, where they are longtime members of Grace Bible Church in Lorton. She has worked as a journalist for a decade and a half, with articles appearing in …

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73: Grief Comes for Us All (Mandy Capehart) 38:21

13d ago38:21

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Trauma-informed Certified Grief Educator Mandy Capehart knows a thing or two about sorrow. Her first deep dive into grief came with the surprising and rapid decline of her mother in 2016. From there, she began learning all she could about how we grieve and what might help us heal. Links from Mandy's show: Restorative Grief (Mandy's website) The Res…

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Intermission 17:43

16d ago17:43

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It's intermission! The curtain has dropped on the first half of the movie. The band has stepped off the stage to take a break. The first half of this year's journey is about to pass the baton to the second half. It's the perfect time to re-examine where we've come from and fine tune where we're going. And all are encouraged to do just that. Let's a…

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S4E18 - Using measurement to test on low-traffic sites featuring Chris Mercer 48:37

24d ago48:37

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Join us for a deep dive into conversion rate optimization on low-traffic sites with these actionable insights Chris MercerMeasure before optimizing: Understand the current user journey and behaviors to identify areas for improvement.Test sequentially: Iterate faster on low-traffic websites by testing changes sequentially instead of using AB tests.F…

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Ep 75 How to Tap into Bravery With Jess From Joyus Non-alcoholic Wines 39:28

19d ago39:28

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Send me a text message about the show! Ever felt like everyone around you thinks you're a little crazy for chasing a dream? Join me for an inspiring chat with Jess from Joyous Non-Alcoholic Wines, where we dive into her incredible journey of bravery and determination. Jess started with just a few lackluster options in the non-alcoholic market and t…

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Episode 165: Interview with Jessika Sanders 47:00

1M ago47:00

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Jessika Sanders is a wife and mother of three, and the founder and Executive Director of Praying Through Ministries. Passionate about equipping others with biblical truth, especially in suffering, she has contributed to publications including So God Made a Mother (edited by Leslie Means) and Hope When Your Heart is Heavy (from Proverbs 31 Ministrie…

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The Bird Banter Podcast #177 with Larry Schwitters and Diane Yorgason-Quinn 41:09

22d ago41:09

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On this episode Diane Yorgason-Quinn (see Episode #20) and Larry Schwitters talk about their work with Vaux's Swifts and the Vaux Happening Project. Larry got his start in swift research hiking to and looking for Black Swifts at over 100 waterfalls (thing very remote) in Washington State (and Oregon and CA). From there he helped preserve the Wagner…

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S4E17 - Build a Learning Library featuring Nick Murphy 40:14

22d ago40:14

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Discover the power of experimenting to learn and win! 💪Nick Murphy shares his expertise on building learning libraries. Here are 5 key takeaways:- Learning libraries capture the “why” behind successful and unsuccessful tests.- Organize your learning library with consistent and digestible fields.- Use “broad” and “specific” learning columns for a la…

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The Birditudes with Courtney Ellis 40:10

29d ago40:10

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Courtney Ellis is a bird enthusiast, a pastor, and an author. Her newest book is Looking Up: A Birder's Guide to Hope through Grief. She also hosts a wonderful podcast called The Thing with Feathers. Today's episode is a whimsical, ornithological, and theological swoop through Jesus' beatitudes from His Sermon on the Mount. I asked Courtney to pair…

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Ep 74 What It Means to Live Authentically Alcohol-Free With Josnelly Aponte 28:46

26d ago28:46

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Send me a text message about the show! In this episode of Thriving Alcohol-Free, I’m hanging out with the lovely Josnelly, from sunny Jacksonville, Florida. We first connected at the Mocktail Summit while making some delicious drinks, and ever since I’ve been anxious to get her on the show so I could get to know her and her heart behind living alco…

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Episode 164: Interview with Aimee Byrd 54:24

1M ago54:24

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Aimee is an author, speaker, blogger, podcaster and former coffee shop owner. She’s the author of several books, including Housewife Theologian, Theological Fitness, No Little Women, Why Can’t We Be Friends, Recovering from Biblical Manhood and Womanhood, The Sexual Reformation: Restoring the Dignity and Personhood of Man and Woman and her latest b…

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72: Julie Zickefoose on Raising Blue Jays, Rehabbing Nestlings, and the Joy of Wild Things 39:53

26d ago39:53

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Julie Zickefoose is one of those birding writers I’ve admired from afar for a long time. When I first got into birds during that miserable pandemic, her book, “Saving Jemima” was one of the first bird-related titles I picked up at our library. I was captivated. Who knew little birds could have such big personalities? Who knew how much creativity an…

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Xara Jetly - The X-Factor 40:52

27d ago40:52

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Xara Jetly is a passionate and accomplished cricketer who is making waves in professional women's cricket. At just 22 years old, Xara has already established herself as a key player for Wellington and has experience playing in the UK to hone her skills further. Known for her extraordinary fielding abilities and unique approach to the game, she aims…

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S4E16 - How To Build An Unstoppable Alliance With CX Feat. Courtney Leblanc 51:14

29d ago51:14

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In this episode, senior customer experience leader, Courtney LeBlanc, reveals the ideal partnership between CX and experimenters and shares invaluable insights on:Forging powerful partnerships between CX and experimentersNavigating the daily demands of a CX leaderSimplifying CX workflows with customer insights... and so much more!Don't miss out on …

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Drawn In to the Pixels 17:08

1M ago17:08

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I remember my family's first color television. I came home from school one day as a boy and there it was in our den. I sprawled out in the floor and watched the Sergeant Jack Show, featuring Dick Tracy cartoons, on Channel 42 out of Birmingham. I was enthralled. I was drawn in to the screen and would sometimes sit so close, I could see the hundreds…

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EP 73 Holistic Rendezvous: Blair Horton’s Approach to Artistic Mocktails and Healthy Living 34:51

1M ago34:51

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Send me a text message about the show! Hey friends! In this episode, I sit down with the remarkable Blair Horton from Holistic Rendezvous, a holistic nutrition consultant, natural chef, and student of functional medicine, who is transforming the way we think about health and wellness. Blair’s journey is nothing short of inspiring as she opens up ab…

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Episode 163: Interview with Kari Minter 1:03:59

2M ago1:03:59

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Kari Minter is the creator and founder of KariMinter.com, where she writes and creates resources to help women cultivate a deeper walk with God. In addition, she works for the Baptist Convention of Iowa as a church planters' spousal advocate. Kari earned a Bachelor of Arts in English Secondary Education from the University of Northern Iowa and a Ma…

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S4E15 - Product Experimentation: How to get Product Managers to Experiment ft. Shagun Aulakh 49:14

1M ago49:14

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How do you get Product Managers to adopt Experimentation? Shagun Aulakh, the Director of Product Management - Experimentation at American Express shares with Rommil here tips. Here are just a few of the takeaways:1- Leadership advocacy is critical for embedding experimentation practices in a highly matrixed organization.2 - Prioritize education and…

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WORSHIP 23:56

1M ago23:56

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Consider your worship. In the first 22 weeks of 2024, what worship moments have been most memorable to you? Worship is an easy word to ignore. It's wrapped in plain brown paper. We imagine we could guess the content of today's Table without opening or listening. Yet, it's the very thing that can calm and rattle your life at the same time. God is re…

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EP 72 The WithCo Brand Journey with Cofounder Josh Ellis 37:35

2M ago37:35

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Send me a text message about the show! I had an absolute blast chatting with the amazing Josh Ellis, the co-founder of WithCo. If you haven’t heard of WithCo yet, you're in for a treat because they’re shaking up the beverage world with their all-natural mixers that are perfect for everyone—whether you're drinking alcohol or not! Josh's journey is n…

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Episode 162: Interview with Stacy Reoach 42:58

2M ago42:58

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Stacy is a pastor's wife, momma of four kids ranging from ten to twenty, writer and speaker. My aim in writing is to point others to Christ through the beauty of words, application of the Bible and lessons I'm learning in my own life. She's always loved the beauty of words that are strung together well. In college I began journaling my life experie…

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Gardening for the Birds with Jenn McGuinness 34:05

1M ago34:05

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Gardening is for the birds! But wait... can gardening actually be FOR the birds? Today we're joined by Jenn McGuinness, author of Bird-Friendly Gardening, to learn all about creating beautiful outdoor spaces that can bless our feathered friends. Links from Jenn's show: Jenn's blog Jenn (Frau Zinnie) on Instagram Jenn (Frau Zinnie) on Facebook Birdi…

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S4E14 - AI and the Experimentation Lifecycle featuring Joey Herzberg 32:19

1M ago32:19

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In this episode, we have Joey Herzberg who shares his thoughts on how AI fits in the experimentation life cycle, the utility of keeping easily referenced records of test results, and the importance of experimentation strategy with regard to sample ratios.

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A HOST OF FRIENDS 21:32

2M ago21:32

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Welcome to our 150th Redemption's Table! I am learning how to host a podcast. I now have 150 episodes of practice. And I think the secret is to not take yourself too seriously while taking your guest and your subject very seriously. Come join us for some fun as the host becomes the guest and I get grilled by three of the sharpest people I know. Alo…

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The Bird Banter Podcast #175 with Jacob Miller 49:36

2M ago49:36

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On this episode I talk with Jacob Miller, a young Washington birding friend who has just completed his freshman year at Washington State University. Jacob shares his experiences as a first year university student, talks about birding in a new county and part of the state, big days and developing new birding friends, as well as starting a birding cl…

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EP 71 Crafting the Perfect Pour with Instagram's Mocktail Mo 32:54

2M ago32:54

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Send me a text message about the show! I'm thrilled to welcome the amazing Mocktail Mo to the show! Mo is a true pioneer in the mocktail scene and was one of the very first accounts I followed on my alcohol-free journey. After turning 45, Mo discovered she was struggling with alcohol intolerance and was forced to find an alternative way to enjoy so…

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Richard Chee Quee - Breaking Barriers & Inspiring Change 1:20:46

2M ago1:20:46

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Richard Chee Quee, often remembered as a trailblazer in Australian cricket, carved a unique career on the field with his distinctive flair and talent. Chee Quee gained recognition playing first-class cricket as an opening batsman for New South Wales from the early 1990s. He is celebrated for his vivacious playing style and impressive performances, …

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Episode 161: Interview with Eric Schumacher 57:23

2M ago57:23

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Eric Schumacher is an author, podcaster, and a songwriter. He has served in pastoral ministry for over two decades, currently as the pastoral ministry director for the Baptist Convention of Iowa. Along with his podcast partner (the beautiful, wise, and skillful, Elyse Fitzpatrick), he is the co author of Worthy and Jesus and Gender, and the sole au…

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70: Fire Ecology, Bird-Friendly Beef, and Woodpeckers (Dale Gentry) 51:25

2M ago51:25

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Director of Conservation for the Audubon Upper Mississippi River, Dale Gentry believes there are lots of reasons to be hopeful. From new initiatives caring for the forests lining the Mississippi to bird-friendly grass-fed beef, join us as we learn more about what the Audubon is doing to care for creation. Plus: we spend some time renaming the birds…

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S4E13 - Use automation to build optimal flow states with Shawn David 52:01

2M ago52:01

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Learn about human-first engineering in this in-depth interview where Shawn David discusses strategies to organize work and to break down tasks into smaller digestible sessions. He explained the most effective ways for teams to discover the work that should be automated the most by focusing on the desires and strengths of individuals, to remove work…

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NAVIGATING YOUR SOUL 17:19

2M ago17:19

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I like the word navigate. I like the images that come to mind when I ponder that word. It falls into a category of simplicity, of a way of life that brims with more intensity, with more pure oxygen than any artificial substitute our culture keeps seducing us to embrace. To navigate is to know where we are, and to know where we want to go. Once thos…

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EP 70 Brewing For A Better Tomorrow With Joe Chura of Go Brewing 37:07

2M ago37:07

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Send me a text message about the show! Ever wondered what it’s like to host David Goggins in your basement or kickstart a non-alcoholic beer revolution? Buckle up, because in this episode, I’m chatting with Joe Chura, the dynamic founder of Go Brewing, and he’s got some wild stories and inspiring insights to share! In our conversation, Joe opens up…

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