Best Waldorf Inspiration Podcasts (2024)

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Axiom Audio’s Ian Colquhoun and NRC - Origin | Dr. Floyd Toole | Music Types | Twin Tweeters | Measurements 1:11:36

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This week, host Jorden Guth is joined by Ian Colquhoun, founder of Axiom Audio and now also the owner of Bryston and Magnum Dynalab, to discuss the origins of the company, its connection with the National Research Council, his own relationship with Dr. Floyd Toole, and how the company’s speakers evolved after the legendary NRC research wound down. …

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Episode 30: Tales from the Cosmic Bathtub - Discussion of the Principals of Waldorf Education 1:33:38

14d ago1:33:38

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By Matthew Burritt & Taylor Romens

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Dr. Peter Schuck: Room-Correction Pioneer (Part 2) - Anthem Room Correction | FIR and IIR Filters | In-Room Response 42:50

14d ago42:50

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This week, host Jorden Guth continues his conversation with Dr. Peter Schuck, technical director at Paradigm Electronics Inc. The two cover the birth of Anthem Room Correction, the pros and cons of IIR and FIR filters, side quests, diversions, why flat in-room response isn’t actually the goal, and how ARC has evolved in response to market pressures…

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Episode 29: Alumni Roundtable: Conversation with Austin Waldorf School Alumni 2:00:01

21d ago2:00:01

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By Matthew Burritt & Taylor Romens

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On The Back Bar Podcast #82: Uncovering the Secrets of Riesling Wine with Sophie Christmann and Sommelier Guillaume Celante 47:06

21d ago47:06

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In this episode Chris talks to Sophie Christmann of Sektgut Christmann & Kauffmann about the changing world of Resiling & Spatburgunder wines alongside Guillaume Celante of The Wine Merchant Thailand. https://thewinemerchant-thailand.com/ https://weingut-christmann.de/en/ Head over to our website: gastronomerlifestyle.com Contact me at chris@gastro…

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On The Back Bar Podcast #81: Chef Ton on Fine Dining, Global Gastronomy & being #1 on Asia's 50 Best Restaurants 2023 38:19

21d ago38:19

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In this episode Chris talks to Thitid “Ton” Tassanakajohn Executive Chef & Owner of Le Du, Baan, Nusara and more about his culinary journey promoting Thai cuisine around the world. In partnership with San Pellegrino & Acqua Panna. Head over to our website: gastronomerlifestyle.com Contact me at chris@gastronomerlifestyle.com…

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On The Back Bar Podcast #80: Sabine Delette Nakamura on Bartending from Japan to Bangkok and Unveiling the Art of Cocktail Designs at Park Hyatt 33:31

22d ago33:31

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In this episode of On The Back Bar Podcast, Chris talks to Sabine Delette Nakamura the newly appointed General manager of The Penthouse Bar + Grill part of Bangkok's luxury hotel, Park Hyatt. Full episode on Youtube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c5UkwLEXKxw&ab_channel=GastronomerLifestyle ***** If you love our show would you please consider…

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Episode 28: Parent Perspective: Shel Frolich-Tscherne, Waldorf-inspired Homeschool Mom 1:09:51

28d ago1:09:51

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In this episode Matthew and Taylor discuss Waldorf-inspired homeschooling with Shel Frolich-Tscherne.By Matthew Burritt & Taylor Romens

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Dr. Peter Schuck: Room-Correction Pioneer (Part 1) - Education | NRC | DSP | Athena Project 53:42

28d ago53:42

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This week, host Jorden Guth is joined by Dr. Peter Schuck, technical director at Paradigm Electronics Inc., to discuss his history in hi-fi, how he ended up at the NRC, how his work with Dr. Floyd Toole evolved into the pioneering Athena project, and exactly what sorts of tests he and others constructed and conducted to determine listener preferenc…

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Episode 27: Faculty Spotlight: Rosa Vela Sachs, Retired Waldorf Spanish Teacher 1:10:31

1M ago1:10:31

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This week on Hard Beeswax, Matthew and Taylor interviews Rosa Vela Sachs, a retired Waldorf Spanish teacher from the Austin Waldorf School in Austin, Texas.By Matthew Burritt & Taylor Romens

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Episode 26: Alumni Spotlight: Matt Mizzi, Environmental Scientist and Founder of Drinkable Water Solutions 1:22:01

1M ago1:22:01

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This week on Hard Beeswax, Matthew and Taylor interviews Matt Mizzi, a Waldorf Alumni from the Halton Waldorf School in Burlington, Ontario, and an environmental scientist and founder of Drinkable Water Solutions.By Matthew Burritt & Taylor Romens

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PSB's Paul Barton (Part 2) - Measurements | Diffraction | Waveguides | Diminishing Returns 43:58

1M ago43:58

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This week, host Jorden Guth continues his conversation with Paul Barton, founder of PSB Speakers. If you haven’t listened to season 3, episode 1 yet, do check that out first! In this second half of their conversation, the two discuss how the research at NRC contributed to the evolution of PSB speakers. Along the way, Paul gives the most cogent expl…

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Episode 25: Tales from the Cosmic Bathtub - The Six Basic/Protective Exercises 1:05:01

2M ago1:05:01

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In this episode, Matthew and Taylor explore Rudolf Steiner's six basic/protective exercises. To help us through this topic, we relied on the handout by Tom van Gelder, from 2011 entitled: "The Six Basic Exercises by Rudolf Steiner". This handout is easily found through a internet search of the title.…

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Episode 24: Alumni Spotlight: Melissa Frishkoff 1:27:01

2M ago1:27:01

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This week on Hard Beeswax, Matthew and Taylor speak with Melissa Frishkoff, a Waldorf alumni from the Hawthorne Valley Waldorf School in Ghent, New York.By Matthew Burritt & Taylor Romens

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PSB's Paul Barton (Part 1) - Music and Violins | Starting Making Speakers | Dr. Floyd Toole and NRC 32:02

2M ago32:02

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Welcome to season 3! This week, host Jorden Guth sits down with Paul Barton, founder of PSB Speakers, to discuss his personal history, his love of music, his passion for violin, and the origin story of PSB Speakers—all as a lead-in to a discussion about his time at the NRC doing research with Dr. Floyd Toole. Sources: PSB Speakers: https://www.psbs…

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Episode 23: Alumni Spotlight: Rebecca Burritt, Art Instructor 1:08:46

2M ago1:08:46

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This week on Hard Beeswax, Matthew and Taylor interviews Rebecca Burritt, a Waldorf alumni from the Green Meadow Waldorf School in Chestnut Ridge, New York, and an art instructor. As Matthew's younger sister, the conversation promises many delicious sibling tidbits.By Matthew Burritt & Taylor Romens

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Episode 22: Alumni Spotlight: Stephanie Todman, Waldorf Class Teacher 1:00:52

2M ago1:00:52

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This week on Hard Beeswax, Matthew and Taylor interviews Stephanie Todman, a Waldorf alumni and Waldorf Class Teacher in the Halton Waldorf School in Burlington, Ontario, Canada.By Matthew Burritt & Taylor Romens

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Selling Emotions: Conradin Amft on T+A's History and Future - Then to Now | Hi-Fi Tomorrow 38:18

2M ago38:18

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For the final episode of season 2 of the SoundStage! Audiophile Podcast, host Jorden Guth is joined by T+A COO Condradin Amft to discuss the company’s history and heritage, its entry into the headphone market, and how hi-fi will evolve into the future. Sources: “44 Years of T+A—Germany's Hi-Fi Giant in Detail”: https://youtu.be/lzW18SuAJW0?si=SUjQk…

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Episode 21: Alumni Spotlight: Cait Mizzi, Communications & Marketing Coordinator 1:28:31

3M ago1:28:31

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This week on Hard Beeswax, Matthew and Taylor have a delightful conversation with Cait Mizzi, who is a Waldorf alumni and currently the Communications and Marketing Coordinator for the Halton Waldorf School in Burlington, Ontario.By Matthew Burritt & Taylor Romens

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Episode 20: Alumni Spotlight: Sara Parrilli, Waldorf Art Teacher 1:23:01

3M ago1:23:01

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This week on Hard Beeswax, Matthew and Taylor talk Waldorf art pedagogy, wet-on-wet watercolor painting, and why the blue paint smells bad with Green Meadow alumnus Sara Parrilli, who is now a Waldorf art teacher at the Hawthorne Valley Waldorf School in New York. Link to Sara's watercolor activities on YouTube is here: https://youtu.be/GlS0DIgf2eU…

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Sonus Faber Suprema Speaker System Deep Dive - Technical Highlights | Trickle-Down Technologies 1:11:01

3M ago1:11:01

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When Sonus faber introduced its massive new flagship loudspeaker system, Suprema, at this year’s CES, most of the press responded by asking about the price and finishes and little else. In this episode of the podcast, host Jorden Guth and SoundStage! founder Doug Schneider ask the real (and really tough) questions about the design and technical spe…

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Episode 19: Teacher Spotlight: Jon Metric, Waldorf Class Teacher 46:46

3M ago46:46

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In this episode Matthew and Taylor speak with Matthew's dream guest, his class teacher, Jon Metric!By Matthew Burritt & Taylor Romens

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Episode 18: Alumni/Teacher/Wise Elder Spotlight: Douglas Gerwin 1:49:16

3M ago1:49:16

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In this episode Matthew and Taylor have a conversation with Douglas Gerwin, the Executive Director of the Center for Anthroposophy and the Executive Director of the Research Institute for Waldorf Education. Affectionately known to many as "Captain Waldorf", Douglas shares his insights into the pedagogical law and his biography as a Waldorf alumnus …

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The Tao of the Reviewer - Hi-Fi Reviewers' Systems and Needs | Writing a Hi-Fi Review 55:11

3M ago55:11

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This week, host Jorden Guth is joined by SoundStage! Access editor and producer of the podcast Dennis Burger to discuss his recent article about how reviewers’ reference systems are often necessarily different from the systems they wish they could own. Dennis also gives Jorden some tips on writing a good review. Sources: “The Needs of the Many vers…

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Episode 17: Alumni Spotlight: Matthew Paulazzo, Death Metal Musician 1:07:33

4M ago1:07:33

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On this episode, Matthew and Taylor discuss Metal, artistic creativity, and pursuing one's life dreams with Santa Fe Waldorf School Alumni Matthew Paulazzo, class of 2011.By Matthew Burritt & Taylor Romens

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Mama Systems | Interview with Laura Hernandez | Episode 108 42:27

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Have you ever felt that your family home was out of balance? That the chores were piling up and you were the only one juggling it all? What if we told you that there is a system unique to your family’s needs and abilities that will finally help you create peace in your home? Meet Laura Hernandez, founder of Mama Systems. “Calm house, calm life.” – …

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Episode 16: The Making of Hard Beeswax 52:51

4M ago52:51

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In this episode Matthew and Taylor speak with Andy Smith, the producer of Hard Beeswax about how the show conceived, the process of creating it, and the work that goes on behind the scenes to bring you this show.By Matthew Burritt & Taylor Romens

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2023 SoundStage! Awards - Products of the Year | Outstanding Achievements | Choosing 49:30

4M ago49:30

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This week, host Jorden Guth is joined by SoundStage! founder Doug Schneider and SoundStage! Australia editor Edgar Kramer to discuss their respective 2023 year-end awards. Sources: “The 2023 SoundStage! Network Awards for Outstanding Achievements and Products of the Year” by Doug Schneider: https://www.soundstagehifi.com/index.php/opinion/1843-the-…

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Episode 15: Tales from the Cosmic Bathtub - The Temperaments, Planetary Types 1:14:01

4M ago1:14:01

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This week we present another Tales from the Cosmic Bathtub episode. Cohosts Matthew Burritt and Taylor Romens speak with our producer Andy Smith about the temperaments that Waldorf grade school teachers use to understand their students and the planetary types that Waldorf high school teachers use to understand adolescents in their learning process.…

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Episode 14: Alumni Spotlight: Matthew Moraine, Airline Pilot 1:22:01

4M ago1:22:01

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Cohosts Matthew Burritt and Taylor Romens spoke with Matthew Moraine, a graduate of the Sacramento Waldorf School, class of 1997. Matthew’s professional pursuits led him into the marine corps, where he trained as a C-130 pilot and served in Afghanistan. Now, Matthew is a commercial pilot and caring father.…

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From Wilson Audio to T+A , then Back - InSight Videos | The Two-Day Rule | The Filming Approach 44:54

4M ago44:54

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This week, host Jorden Guth is joined by SoundStage! founder Doug Schneider to tell the origin story of SoundStage! Network’s InSight video series, how they’ve evolved, and the details of their most recent globetrotting trip to Wilson Audio and T+A. Sources: Muraudio's Domain Omni Series Speaker | SoundStage! InSight: https://youtu.be/VkHQC8pz2H8?s…

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The Shepherd’s Play 1:04:56

4M ago1:04:56

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The Hard Beeswax crew presents The Shepherd's Play in this bonus episode. Ut hoy! Enjoy!By Matthew Burritt & Taylor Romens

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Episode 13: Alumni Spotlight: Addison Nace - PhD Candidate 54:46

5M ago54:46

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Co-hosts Matthew Burritt and Taylor Romens have the opportunity to speak with Addison Nace, who is currently working on her PhD in Design Studies in the school of Human Ecology at the University of Wisconsin, Madison. We caught up with her in Chiapas, Mexico, where Addison is living as she pursues her research. Addison is a graduate of the Santa Fe…

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Episode 12: Teacher Spotlight: Katie Moran, Movement Teacher 1:02:31

5M ago1:02:31

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This week on Hard Beeswax, cohosts Matthew Burritt and Taylor Romens had the opportunity to speak with Katie Moran, a Waldorf movement educator, a level three spatial dynamics graduate, and a current faculty member of the Austin Waldorf School.By Matthew Burritt & Taylor Romens

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Simaudio’s North Collection: The Future of Hi-Fi? - Development | BRM-1 | Reception and Reviews 58:19

5M ago58:19

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This week, host Jorden Guth is joined by Simaudio product director Dominique Poupart and marketing director Étienne Gautier to discuss the company’s new North Collection, how it was developed, what it means for the future of hi-fi, why the remote control is the best in the world, and how the lineup has been embraced by audiophile press and customer…

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Episode 11: Tales from the Cosmic Bathtub - Advent and the Human Being 48:31

5M ago48:31

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This week we present our second Tales from the Cosmic Bathtub episode. Cohost Matthew Burritt speaks with our producer Andy Smith about the festival of advent and how it relates to the human being.By Matthew Burritt & Taylor Romens

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Episode 10: Parent Perspective: Dameron Midgette - Body Worker and Alternative Health Practitioner 1:14:01

5M ago1:14:01

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Cohosts Matthew Burritt and Taylor Romens had the opportunity to speak with Dameron Midgette, parent to three Waldorf alums, who was involved in two different Waldorf communities over the past few decades. We spoke about his experiences, his thoughts on raising kids in the Waldorf tradition, and the evolving nature of Waldorf community life.…

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How SVS Built a Hi-Fi Community - History | Products | Community Building 45:02

5M ago45:02

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This week, host Jorden Guth is joined by SVS president Gary Yacoubian and VP of marketing Nick Brown to discuss the company’s history, its unique approach to hi-fi and home theater, and how it actively engages with its customers. Sources: SVS: https://www.svsound.com/ “The Only True Currency in This Bankrupt World” by Audio Unleashed: https://audio…

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Episode 9: Teacher Spotlight: Daniel Wendland, Movement Teacher 1:38:17

5M ago1:38:17

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This week on Hard Beeswax, cohosts Matthew Burritt and Taylor Romens had the opportunity to speak with Daniel Wendland, a Waldorf movement educator, former athletic director, spatial dynamics graduate, and enthusiastic father.By Matthew Burritt & Taylor Romens

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Episode 8: Teacher Spotlight: Karl Johnson, Educational Consultant 1:09:51

6M ago1:09:51

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Co-hosts Matthew Burritt and Taylor Romens have the opportunity to interview Karl Johnson, a Waldorf educator of 38-years. Karl has served as a class teacher, educational support specialist, outdoor educator and pedagogical chair for several schools. Karl is also an experienced mentor, consultant, and teacher trainer, who has mentored and trained h…

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Audio Video Show 2023 Highlights - Warsaw Vibe | Good and Bad Shows | Bringing Matt | Best and Worst Products 53:15

6M ago53:15

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This week, host Jorden Guth is joined by SoundStage! founder Doug Schneider and SoundStage! Ultra senior editor Jason Thorpe to discuss Warsaw 2023, why it’s such a special show, what it’s like to be there, and what it was like to see it through the eyes of a young audiophile. Sources: SoundStage! coverage of Audio Video Show 2023 - Warsaw, Poland:…

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Episode 7: Alumni Spotlight: Jake Yeager, Software Engineer 1:19:52

6M ago1:19:52

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Co-hosts Matthew Burritt and Taylor Romens have the opportunity to interview Jake Yeager, a Waldorf alumni from Kimberton Waldorf School class of 1997, Waldorf arts teacher, and software engineer.By Matthew Burritt & Taylor Romens

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On The Back Bar Podcast #79: Michele Montauti Discusses Art-Inspired Cocktails, the Enchantment of Waldorf Astoria, and Evolving Trends in Bangkok's F&B Scene 1:07:26

6M ago1:07:26

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In this episode of On The Back Bar Podcast, Chris talks to Michele Montauti the bar manager of Bangkok's luxury hotel, Waldorf Astoria about their art-inspired cocktail menu. Full Podcast video on YouTube here ***** Join our community on Facebook! Beverage Network This podcast relies on our listeners to keep the show going! If you could support us …

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Episode 6: Tales from the Cosmic Bathtub - Autumn Festivals and Michaelmas 1:08:26

6M ago1:08:26

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This week on Hard Beeswax cohosts Matthew and Taylor introduce Tales from the Cosmic Bathtub, a periodic deeper dive into the foundational ideas of Waldorf education. This episode focuses on autumn festival life in many Waldorf schools and especially the festival of Michaelmas.By Matthew Burritt & Taylor Romens

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Dan Laufman on the Value of Emotiva - Origin | Hi-Fi Manufacturing | Profits | Ethics 59:41

6M ago59:41

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This week, host Jorden Guth is joined by Emotiva’s Dan Laufman to discuss the origins of his passion for hi-fi, the history of electronics manufacturing in the neoliberal era, how to make an profit in the audio business ethically, the long hard road to revitalizing North American manufacturing capabilities, and the virtues of being inclusive instea…

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Episode 5: Alumni Spotlight: Zac Caputo, Independent Filmmaker 1:28:25

6M ago1:28:25

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Co-hosts Matthew Burritt and Taylor Romens have the opportunity to speak with Zac Caputo, Independent Filmmaker and graduate of the Austin Waldorf School class of 2010. Crossing Iceland on YouTube: Crossing Iceland Crossing Tasmania on YouTube: Crossing TasmaniaBy Matthew Burritt & Taylor Romens

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Episode 4: Teacher Spotlight: Nicole Gent, Kindergarten Teacher 1:05:32

7M ago1:05:32

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Co-hosts Matthew Burritt and Taylor Romens have the opportunity to interview Nicole Gent, a lead Waldorf kindergarten teacher who previously taught at the Santa Fe Waldorf School.By Matthew Burritt & Taylor Romens

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Martijn Mensink On the Magic of Dutch & Dutch - Active Speakers | Cardioid Dispersion | Acoustics 55:21

7M ago55:21

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This week, host Jorden Guth is joined by Martijn Mensink of Dutch & Dutch to discuss how an old clock radio incubated a love of music that developed into a passion for good sound that evolved into a career in speaker design. During the course of the conversation, they explore Martijn’s history of speaker development, the business ventures that prec…

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Episode 3: Waldorf Beginnings: Taylor’s Story 58:04

7M ago58:04

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Co-Hosts Matthew Burritt and Taylor Romens discuss their Waldorf origins, tracing through their lives as to how they arrived where they are today: trained Waldorf high school teachers. Follow them from the kindergarten tree stumps through the grades, all the way up to high school. Then see how far they went out into the world before ultimately circ…

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Episode 2: Waldorf Beginnings: Matthew’s Story 1:03:49

7M ago1:03:49

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Co-Hosts Matthew Burritt and Taylor Romens discuss their Waldorf origins, tracing through their lives as to how they arrived where they are today: trained Waldorf high school teachers. Follow them from the kindergarten tree stumps through the grades, all the way up to high school. Then see how far they went out into the world before ultimately circ…

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