Vertical farming is a revolutionary approach to produce production leveraging controlled environment agriculture (CEA) technology and systems in innovative ways. It facilitates production of huge quantities of nutritious and quality fresh food without relying on favorable weather, high water usage, skilled labor, and high soil fertility. This ensures reliable yield and consistency in crop production year-round with climate control, and no effects of external environment factors such as disea ...
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A podcast about politics, language, and your brain. Hosts: Dr. George Lakoff and Gil Durán: http://www.theframelab.org
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Lorehaven explores fantastical stories for God’s glory: fantasy, sci-fi, and beyond.
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An Alien in Hollywood is the story about the life and times of legendary filmmaker and “Godfather of Hollywood science fiction” Ronald Shusett. Unless you’re a Hollywood behind-the-scenes aficionado you've probably never heard of Ron. He is no less than the man who co-created, wrote, and produced three of the most influential, iconic and mind-blowing science fiction blockbusters in film history – Alien, Total Recall and Minority Report. His movies have grossed over one and a half billion dol ...
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We Built This Brand explores the origins, evolution, and impact of brands through conversations with entrepreneurs, CEOs, and marketing experts. Hosted by Chris Hill, the podcast offers insights into brand development, storytelling, and strategies for growth. Each episode provides actionable takeaways, highlighting challenges, lessons learned, and diverse career paths. With a focus on authenticity and reputation, it’s a valuable resource for anyone passionate about branding and business.
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This Is The Year I 10x My Writing In January 2023 I signed up to Ship30for30, a digital writing course by Dickie Bush & Nicholas Cole. Why Now? Having been a podcaster since 2014, my focus has been my voice. I didn't have to worry about writing, because I something clicked last year at that reshaped by focus. While I continue grateful to the hundreds of client for whom we launched shows my agency, I definitely don't want to stagnate and always want to be improving myself. While I've always b ...
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The INSIDE STORY takes you behind the curtain to bring you some of the biggest success stories of entrepreneurs, thought leaders, and change makers.... the men & women who have walked through fire and come out on the other side brighter. How did they get there? What were some of their biggest hurdles? Be ready to hear it all. We’ll also be discussing the power of Story along the way, and how you can harness the power of your own journey to propel forward into new heights and fulfillment. Hos ...
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Podcast Hackers is the show all about podcasting. Each week we bring you stories of your fellow podcasters where they share what's working for them right now, what's making their shows successful, and how you can follow on that same path. Whether you're a seasoned podcaster or just getting started this is THE place to come for inspiration, education, and entertainment all about podcasting.
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Ep231 – From Near Death to Full Voice: Podcast Junkies' Harry Duran’s Inside Story
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1:10:18At the core of every meaningful connection is a voice—a story waiting to be heard. Whether we share it through writing, speaking, or conversation, our voice is one of the most powerful tools we have to create impact and find alignment in life and business. But too often, we silence ourselves out of fear, doubt, or disconnection. This episode is a d…
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Breaking the Stigma Around Breaking it Off with For Richer Jewelry
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35:51For some people, it’s very hard to hold on to sentimental jewelry from former relationships. In some cases, it’s even harder to let those pieces go if they finally decide to sell them. On this episode, Chris is joined by Brittany Lacey and Stephanie Burset, the founders of For Richer Jewelry. The pair takes a unique approach to reselling jewelry, m…
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Guess what’s big at the box office and the streaming-service menu, boys? It’s biblical fiction! From the giant-smash hit House of David on Amazon Prime, to The Chosen and its planned Bibleverse, to the new King of Kings animated Jesus movie and even more adaptations from Old and New Testaments, these creations are winning millions of fans but also …
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S12E162 John James Staniszewski/Fungitarian - From Nightclubs to Mushrooms: One Man’s Fungitarian Revolution
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1:05:45Ever wondered how a mushroom farm could revolutionize the food industry? I sat down with John James Staniszewski, the creator of the fungitarian lifestyle and a pioneer in the vertical farming space, to uncover the secrets of his success. John's journey from nightclub manager to mushroom mogul is as fascinating as it is inspiring. He shares how he …
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258. How Would We Restore Disney Film Franchises?
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1:09:11“Fallen, fallen is Disney the great! The Mouse has become a dwelling place for cringe, a haunt for every unclean secularist agenda, a haunt for every flopbuster franchise, a haunt for every unclean and detestable remake.” Yes, we know the line. But after facing fairy-stale adaptations, flippant super-capers, and the adrift vessels of “Stalled” Wars…
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S12E161 Renko Schuil/TTA ISO - Collaboration vs. Secrecy: Lessons for Vertical Farming Success
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56:00Ever wondered how automation is shaping the future of indoor farming? In this episode, I speak with Renko Schuil, Sales Manager of Indoor Farming at TTA ISO, a leading company in horticultural automation. With over 25 years of experience in the industry, Renko offers invaluable insights into the evolving world of vertical farming and controlled env…
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Leadership Behind the Brand with Sunny Bonnell
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48:29What’s your brand’s vision? Does your brand even have a vision? In this enlightening episode, Chris chats with Sunny Bonnell, CEO and Co-Founder of Motto, for an engaging discussion on visionary leadership and brand culture. Sunny shares her inspiring entrepreneurial journey, which began with a bold leap out of vet school and into the world of bran…
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Ep230 – Be Seen, Be Heard, Be Empowered with Heidi Schalk
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1:02:42What does it really mean to reclaim your power and be seen in a world that often encourages women to stay quiet or small? Whether it’s in your relationships, your business, or your daily life, owning your voice and stepping fully into visibility can feel like a radical act of self-trust. This conversation is all about breaking free from patterns of…
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257. By Aslan’s Mane, is Netflix Really Casting a Lady as the Lion?
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52:10Breaking news. A new casting or creative announcement has got fans in an uproar. Alack, it must be a new day ending with the suffix -day. But in this case, the reliably rumored cast announcement is so strange, and so ghastly, and so out-and-out weird beyond the worlds, that it warrants us bumping our planned episode and focusing a whole other episo…
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S12E160 Oliver Rotko/Arctic Farming - Revolutionizing Restaurants: Herbie’s Innovative Indoor Farm Solution
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56:19Ever wondered how to navigate the challenges of indoor farming and create successful products in this evolving industry? Oliver Rotko, CEO of Plant TUI and Arctic Farming, shares his journey and insights into the world of vertical farming. I sat down with Oliver to discuss his unique path from business student to indoor farming innovator. He reveal…
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Ep229 – From Imposter Syndrome to Impact: Sam Horn's Masterclass on Storytelling and Writing
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1:02:31Words have the power to shape perceptions, ignite action, and create lasting connections. Effective messaging isn't just about what you say, but how you say it. It's the art of telling stories that resonate, evoke emotion, and inspire change. In the world of communication, mastering the power of language is key to unlocking influence, impact, and t…
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256. When Have Newer Christian Authors Explored Mars?
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31:38At least one Christian astronaut, Butch Wilmore, recently splashed down in the Dragon capsule of Crew 9 (thereby resolving our spaceships versus dragons debate!). How many Christians, however, have created newer stories above the circle of Earth on the planet Mars? We’ll journey back to recap a few Christian-made Martian stories you may have missed…
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S12E159 Conner Tidd/Just Vertical - Democratizing Indoor Farming: Mission Unveiled
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48:58Have you ever wondered how to grow fresh produce year-round, even in the harshest climates? I sat down with Conner Tidd, co-founder and CEO of Just Vertical, to discuss the innovative world of indoor farming and how it's changing the way we think about food production. Conner's journey into vertical farming began with a desire to make a tangible im…
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Going Down the Rabbit Hole with Greg Bellinger
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37:57Are you ready to go down the rabbit hole? In this episode, Chris Hill chats with Greg Bellinger, the Co-Founder and CEO of White Rabbit Group. Greg’s been honing his craft since high school. Teaching himself to code and build websites in college, he’s now a successful entrepreneur who’s worked with folks like FedEx, Instacart, and even The Game Awa…
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Ep228 - Putting TICS into your Content Creation
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34:03Ever feel like creating content is way harder than it should be? Say hello to the TICS method—a ridiculously simple formula to keep your content fresh, engaging, and effective. TICS stands for Teach, Inspire, Connect, and Sell, the four pillars that make content creation a breeze. Whether you're writing emails, crafting social posts, or recording a…
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255. What Are Space Westerns? | After Moses with Michael F. Kane
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1:10:39What happened to the once-popular Western genre? As a prospector doll put it, “Once the astronauts went up, children only wanted to play with space toys!” And yet the Western legend lives beyond the Earth, often mixed with the sci-fi genre. What is a space Western? We invite raygun-slinger and After Moses sci-fi Western author Michael F. Kane to ri…
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S12E158 Kirk Taylor/Land Betterment - From Abandoned Mines to Thriving Farms: Vision
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53:03Ever wondered how to revitalize struggling communities while promoting sustainable practices? I had the pleasure of speaking with Kirk Taylor, co-founder of Land Betterment Corporation, about their innovative approach to community development and sustainable agriculture. Kirk's background in accounting and finance, combined with his entrepreneurial…
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Ep227 - Can your Marketing pass the 60-day Storytelling Test?
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39:18Marketing today is more than just ads, funnels, and social media posts—it’s about connection. Storytelling is the secret weapon that turns passive audiences into engaged communities and customers into lifelong fans. By weaving authentic stories into your marketing, you create a brand that stands out, resonates, and inspires action. But are you trul…
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Why go to the store when you can buy from the comfort of your couch? In this episode, Chris chats with Eitan Koter, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Vimmi, a trailblazing company in video technology and e-commerce solutions. Eitan shares his journey from video compression to founding Vimmi and explains how his business helps brands monetize video content. …
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254. Who Would Win in a Fight Between Spaceships and Dragons? | Embergold with Rachelle Nelson
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1:06:34What if you woke up in a crumbling mountain castle with the beast of your nightmares? Then discovered this kindly dragon speaks like a man and reads books? And, whether literary or not, how would such a dragon—the mascot of traditional fantasy—fare in a battle against spaceships? That’s the burning question behind this week’s book “battle” between …
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Providing Service Through Speaking with Israel Duran
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38:30How do you use your voice? In this episode of We Built This Brand, Chris is joined by Israel Duran, an expert in public speaking, to discuss the transformative power of effective communication. Israel shares his journey from a background in cybersecurity to becoming a renowned speaker, driven by a life-altering car accident. Through insightful anec…
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253. How Do Classic Sci-Fi Novels Explore the Planet Mars?
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1:06:39The planet Mars. Named after the Roman/Greek god of war. Fourth from our sun. A frigid desert, with gravity 38 percent Earthen level, and many secrets lurking in its frozen rock. This world looms large in the public imagination, thanks in part to the many fantastical stories orbiting this alien land. From princesses and Tharks, to inspiration for A…
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S11E157 Mat Halter/TerraFerm - Transforming Beer Waste into Vertical Farm Gold
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48:11Ever wondered how beer brewing could revolutionize vertical farming? Mat Halter, founder of TerraFerm, is turning brewery waste into a game-changing resource for indoor agriculture. Mat Halter, a plant scientist turned entrepreneur, shares his journey from researching biofuels to developing an innovative system that captures CO2 from brewery fermen…
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Ep226 - From Passion to Prosperity: Mastering Your Message & Visibility with Stacey Brass-Russell
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1:09:10What is the lifeblood of any thriving business? Messaging and visibility. The right message attracts the right audience, and showing up boldly ensures they actually hear it. But too often, entrepreneurs struggle to clearly articulate what they do—and fear holds them back from putting themselves out there. In this episode, I sit down with Stacey Bra…
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Finding the Empathy in Data with Ian Baer
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46:27When doing marketing research, you need to remember that there are people behind the data. If anyone understands this, it’s Ian Baer, Founder and CEO of Sooth. During his conversation with Chris, Ian shares his opinions on the evolving landscape of marketing, emphasizing the importance of emotional connection and storytelling in an era where consum…
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252. What if Space Missionaries Fought the Secular State? | Above the Circle of Earth with E. Stephen Burnett
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1:07:37The fight for the Space Mission begins in his homeworld. Brock Rivers never wanted to be a repairman on Mars. Years ago, he failed to protect his family, and now he labors across a frontier planet to keep his children alive and escape CAUSE. Now he is summoned back to Earth for an impossible dream: to resist CAUSE, confront the secret adversaries a…
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Ep225 - Increasing Your Digital Footprint with Content Creation to Create SUCCESS in 2025
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34:24In today’s digital age, having a strong online presence isn’t just optional—it’s essential. Your digital footprint is the content, stories, and expertise you share online that allow people to find and connect with you. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, speaker, author, or business owner, the way people discover and trust you has changed. If you’re no…
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Giving Campaigns Some Extra Charge with Michelle Fischer
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43:02A good marketing campaign can help a brand charge forward. Chris sits down with Michelle Fischer, Group Creative Director at Battery. As a full-service creative and media advertising agency, Battery has worked with a who’s who of clients, and you’ve seen their work with The LA Clippers, Netflix, and PUBG. Michelle walks us through Battery's unique …
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251. Could a Cultural ‘Vibe Shift’ Advance Christian-Made Fiction?
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1:23:02For all the years we’ve kept up with Christian-made fiction, many authors have hoped to “cross over.” They don’t want to reach only readers who are Christians. Instead, they also want to influence unbelievers. This is a great goal, to be sure. But when may our pictures of “unbelievers” not match with reality? And just within the last few years, has…
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S11E156 Rick Langille/Harvest Today - Harvest Wall 2.0: Engineering the Next Generation of Farming
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48:19Ever wondered how vertical farming could revolutionize food production and make fresh, flavorful produce more accessible? In this enlightening conversation with Rick Langille, CEO of Harvest Today, we explore the cutting-edge developments in vertical farming technology and their potential impact on the future of agriculture. Rick shares exciting up…
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Taking Risks and Going Big with Shannon Harris
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40:28You wanna go Big? In this episode of We Built This Brand, Chris sits down with Shannon Harris, the Executive Creative Director at Big Com. Her career highlights include working on campaigns for everyone from Google Fiber to Bayer. Born, raised, and working in the Cotton State, Shannon and Big Com recently launched the SEEK AL campaign, highlightin…
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250. How Does Scripture Reveal the God of Story? | with Daniel Schwabauer
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1:10:44We love Christ’s church. But sometimes really faithful Christians just don’t know how to story. Alas, that starts with the Book of books. Folks like to read God’s written word with axes and shovels to chop out blocks for building propositional doctrine. Other readers feel they need to read the Bible with magnifying glasses and tweezers so we can ex…
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Dickson Despommier - A Vertical Farming Podcast Tribute
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8:03In this special tribute episode of The Vertical Farming Podcast, I honor the life and legacy of Dr. Dickson Despommier, the visionary who laid the foundation for vertical farming as we know it today. His book, The Vertical Farm: Feeding the World in the 21st Century, completely changed the way I thought about food production, sustainability, and th…
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What’s a bird to you? To answer that oddly philosophical question, Chris sits down with Jess Curtis, the founder of J-Bird Digital Design. If you’ve ever visited the beautiful HumblePod website, you have Jess to thank for it! On this episode, you’ll get to learn about Jess's creative approach to web development and the importance of fluidity when c…
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Ep224 - Building Confidence in Public Speaking with Improv, with Brian McCarthy
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1:09:22Public speaking is one of the most common fears, but what if there was a way to make it easier (and even fun)? Improv, the art of spontaneous storytelling, can help you become a more confident speaker by teaching you to think on your feet, embrace the unexpected, and trust yourself in the moment. Whether you’re standing on a big stage, leading a me…
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249. What is ‘Romantasy’? | with Parker J. Cole
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1:19:06Though all their friends thought them enemies, fantasy and romance have grown into lovers, and now bear the new ship name of "romantasy."By Lorehaven
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Ep223 - Sisters Doing Business Together with Krissy & Claire of K+C Creative
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1:13:06Running a business is one thing, but running it with your sibling? That’s a whole different level! Sisters Krissy Chin and Claire VanBemmelen have built multiple businesses together, and through trial, error, and plenty of laughs, they’ve mastered the art of balancing family and entrepreneurship. Their secret? Playing to their strengths—Krissy is t…
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248. What Are Fairy-Tale Retellings? | with Kendra E. Ardnek
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1:00:08For centuries readers have loved to re-read, retell, or research the classic stories of magical lands where Christlike good defeats evil.By Lorehaven
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Boldly Hitting the Kentucky Bourbon Trail with Katie Peninger
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33:03It’s time to hit the Kentucky Bourbon Trail! On this episode of "We Built This Brand," Chris sits down with Katie Peninger, VP Account Service at Lewis Communications. While her career started on the creative side, the collaborative culture at Lewis allows her to still be involved in the creative process, just in a different way. Chris and Katie al…
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Ep222 - Winning at Parenting with Teen Life Coach, Jenn Brown
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51:12Winning at parenting isn’t about perfection—it’s about connection. It’s about building trust, fostering open conversations, and creating a space where kids feel safe to share their thoughts and emotions. It’s about learning how to listen, how to respond with empathy, and how to navigate the ups and downs of family life together. When families impro…
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247. How Does Lorehaven Curate Christian Fantastical Fiction?
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1:15:29Since 2018, Lorehaven.com creators have explored fantastical stories for God’s glory, and now we’ve upgraded our Library book search.By Lorehaven
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S11E154 Jessica Fong/Common Farms - Microgreens and Mega Dreams: Inspiring Journey
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59:46Ever wondered how to start a vertical farm in a city with limited space and resources? Jessica Naomi Fong's journey with Common Farms in Hong Kong is a masterclass in resilience, innovation, and customer-focused growth. Jessica Naomi Fong, Founder and CEO of Common Farms, shares her inspiring story of launching a vertical farming business in Hong K…
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