Best Aaron Saunders Podcasts (2024)

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When Cutting-Edge AI Meets the World of Self-Storage 38:41

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Scott chats with Tyler Sellers about his innovative software, Cactus AI, that revolutionizes the way self-storage investors handle underwriting. From mom-and-pop operations to billion-dollar institutions, Sellers reveals how this tool leverages AI to streamline the underwriting process, saving time and ensur…

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Mistake # 1 – The Risks of Purchasing Off the Beaten Path 46:20

1d ago46:20

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Send us a Text Message. Ever wondered what could derail your self-storage investment before you even start? Scott shares his personal blunders and lessons from over 20 years in the self-storage business, providing vital advice on how to avoid costly errors. He highlights the critical importance of location, market analysis, and thorough planning. W…

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A vision for intergenerational, lifelong faith - John Roberto | Episode 270 50:10

9d ago50:10

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In the final episode of the season, Rachel interviews the legendary John Roberto, author, researcher and all-round expert on lifelong faith. He lifts the lid on faith development and lays down the challenge for those of us in ministry of 'how do we disciple people through all 10 decades of their life?' Meanwhile, Martin opens up about a recent toot…

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132 Drew Milne – British Columbia, Canada 50:59

2d ago50:59

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132 Drew Milne – British Columbia, Canada While deployed with the Canadian Armed Forces, Drew Milne picked up a book that inspired him to pursue his true calling and a new career as a conservation officer. Now, after almost two decades and multiple honors, he oversees the beautiful South Coast region of British Columbia, Canada, and teaches at the …

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The Wealth Without Wall Street Formula 39:41

11d ago39:41

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Send us a Text Message. Ready to break free from Wall Street's grip and build real wealth? In this episode, Scott welcomes Russ Morgan, co-founder of Wealth Without Wall Street, to discuss the power of passive income and alternative investments in achieving financial freedom. Russ and his partner Joey Mure have created a groundbreaking book that of…

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Faith that works in changing times - Elizabeth Oldfield | Episode 269 44:34

16d ago44:34

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Martin sits down with author, lecturer, broadcaster and host of The Sacred podcast, Elizabeth Oldfield. Together they unpack what faith development looks like in the period of 'perma-crisis' that young people are growing up in, and discuss Elizabeth's latest book - Fully Alive: Tending to the Soul in Turbulent Times. Elizabeth also tells us about h…

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S4E14 Consent-Based Siting for Spent Nuclear Fuel: A National Conversation - 07/29/2024 - Energy Communities Alliance, Washington, DC 49:04

15d ago49:04

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The Gone Fission Nuclear Report travels to the nation’s capital this week to join a national conversation on next steps for identifying a community to host interim spent fuel storage from America’s nuclear power plants. Our podcast sponsor, the Energy Communities Alliance, convened a meeting of elected officials, community leaders, economic develop…

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Smart Tax Moves: Cost Segregation Strategies for Self-Storage 38:26

15d ago38:26

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Send us a Text Message. Are you leveraging every financial advantage in your self-storage business? In this episode, Scott Meyers, the original SELF-STORAGE EXPERT, welcomes back Sean Graham to discuss the benefits of cost segregation for real estate investors, particularly those in the self-storage sector. Sean, a CPA with extensive experience in …

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Building a lasting prayer life - Martin Saunders | Episode 268 38:17

15d ago38:17

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In a shocking change of events, Martin is answering the questions rather than asking them! Rachel is joined by the podcast producer Dave as they dig into Martin's new book, Signal Fire. Martin unpacks his journey in crafting this book as well as a deep dive into how important prayer is in lifelong faith development in young people...…

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131 Live from NAWEOA – with Drew Milne (BC), Kris MacCabe (ME) & Chris Gilkey (OH) 43:48

27d ago43:48

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131 Live from NAWEOA – with Drew Milne (BC), Kris MacCabe (ME) & Chris Gilkey (OH) This episode finds us live at NAWEOA 2024 in in beautiful Penticton, BC with Maine’s Kris MacCabe, Chris Gilkey from Ohio, and Drew Milne of our host province, British Columbia, Canada. The guys sit down for a lively roundtable talk about their respective states and …

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Merle Frimark - My Day At Abbey Road 40:02

21d ago40:02

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For this very special episode, my guest is former Apple employee Merle Frimark who joins me to discuss her time as an Apple employee between 1967 and 1970. On July 23rd 1969, Merle attended the recording session for 'Come Together', where she watched The Beatles at work and captured some amazing candid pictures. The Guardian piece referenced in thi…

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Revenue, Remote Management, and Real Results in Self-Storage 36:16

22d ago36:16

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Send us a Text Message. Can niche markets like RV and boat storage be the game-changer your business needs? In this episode, Scott chats with Gary Edmonds, a seasoned storage manager, about his journey from a commercial lender to a thriving storage facility owner and third-party manager. Gary shares his insights on managing facilities efficiently, …

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Leadership Longevity - Rick Otto | Episode 267 1:00:13

22d ago1:00:13

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This week Rachel sits down with Rick Otto, who is the Diocese Of Manchester's Childrens Advisor as well as heading up the children's work at New Wine. Rick unpacks some of his latest research about longevity in faith and what it means for us as leaders for the long haul. Meanwhile, Rachel and Martin play 'would you rather - youth work style' and Ma…

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Neil Fox - 'Music Films' 41:07

25d ago41:07

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My guest for this episode is Neil Fox, a Professor of Film Practice and Pedagogy at Falmouth University, and co-host of the acclaimed film podcast, The Cinematologists. He's here to discuss his book, 'Music Films'. We focus our conversation, of course, on The Beatles movies - what makes Hard Day's Night great and Help less great? What influence did…

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Building faith that survives uni - Aaron Nayagam | Episode 266 45:20

29d ago45:20

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This week Martin chats to Aaron Nayagam from Fusion, all about young people transitioning from youth work to university, the pitfalls and the challenge that the youth work community need to take up around setting these young people up to win. Meanwhile Rachel and Martin discuss their youth work confessions and how they'd fare in 'Race Across the Wo…

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Scaling Smart: Self-Storage Strategies for Maximum Returns 44:34

29d ago44:34

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Send us a Text Message. Ever wondered how to turn a sleepy self-storage facility into a bustling profit powerhouse? Unlock the hidden potential of self-storage with the expert insights from Peter Smyth on the Self-Storage Podcast. Scott and Peter explore the nuances of tailoring management strategies to individual needs, enhancing customer experien…

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130 Lukas Madsen – Alberta, Canada 58:37

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130 Lukas Madsen – Alberta, Canada Ahead of NAWEOA 2024 in British Columbia, Canada, Wayne discusses warden life across the border with special guest Sgt. Lukas Madsen, a Fish & Wildlife officer in the neighboring province of Alberta. Sgt. Madsen discusses his path from growing up in the rugged beauty of the Northwest Territories to becoming a game…

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S4E13 Recruiting the Next Generation of Hanford Workers - 07/08/2024 - John Eschenberg, President/CEO, Central Plateau Cleanup Company 43:41

1M ago43:41

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Our guest on this week’s episode is John Eschenberg, President and Chief Executive Officer of Central Plateau Cleanup Company in Hanford Washington. An Amentum-led partnership with Fluor and Atkins, CPCCO is responsible for managing site operations, facility deactivation, decommissioning, decontamination and demolition, waste-site remediation, and …

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How a Family Business Became a Self-Storage Leader 46:51

1M ago46:51

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Send us a Text Message. It was all about cold calls in the early days. Rachel Parham of Noah's Ark Development remembers her dad making call after call to manage a portfolio of over 400 facilities. Nothing wrong with good, honest, nose to the grindstone hard work. And it paid off. Rachel emphasizes the importance of due diligence, market studies, a…

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Leadership and lasting faith - Liz Bewley | Episode 265 56:08

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This week's guest is Liz Bewley, Executive Director from OneLife. Liz and Martin dive into the importance and role that being a young leader can have on lifelong faith development in young people, Liz introduces Martin to 'The Character Death Star'. Meanwhile, back at Youthscape Towers, Martin and Rachel open up the conversation around influencers,…

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Event evangelism, and the importance of leaders who last - Tim and Emma Owen | Episode 264 53:16

2M ago53:16

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Continuing our theme of lifelong faith, Martin sits down with Emma and Tim Owen from the Message Trust to dig into the work they do in schools. Together they wrestle with the difficulties of pop-up events and the important relationship with the local church while contextualising the music and evangelism that they’re involved in. Meanwhile Martin an…

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The Booming Boat and RV Storage Market 44:21

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Send us a Text Message. Tom Dunkel, Chief Investment Officer at Belrose Storage Group, discusses the increasing demand for boat and RV storage in the US. He explains that the production of RVs and boats is outpacing the creation of storage spaces, with homeowners’ associations and municipalities often restricting parking in residential areas. Dunke…

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129 Jason Blaylock – Mississippi – Officer-Involved Shooting 49:25

1M ago49:25

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When an officer-involved shooting occurs, we often hear a lot about the victim, but what happens to the person who pulled the trigger? Our Sponsors: Thin Green Line Podcast Don Noyes Chevrolet North American Game Warden Museum Sovereign Sportsman Solutions “A Cowboy in the Woods” Book Hunt of a Lifetime Maine's Operation Game Thief Wildlife Heritag…

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Commander Armatas | Blue Angel's Commanding Officer | Leadership, when it's done right, it's done from the heart | 38:25

2M ago38:25

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"Leadership, when it's done right, it's done from the heart." Commander Armatas In this compelling episode, host Tim Kinsella sits down with Commander Alexander P. Armatas, the esteemed Flight Leader and Commanding Officer of the Blue Angels. With a career that spans over two decades, CDR Armatas brings a wealth of experience and insight into what …

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REPLAY – Top FAQs From Self-Storage Newbies 34:37

2M ago34:37

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Send us a Text Message. This is an episode first published in September 2023. It’s one of our most popular. In this episode Scott discusses the current state of the Self-Storage industry and why it’s attracting new investors. With other asset classes experiencing a downturn, Self-Storage remains a lucrative investment option. Scott explains how sel…

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What does the bible tell us about lifelong faith? - Andy du Feu | Episode 263 57:30

2M ago57:30

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This week Rachel sits down with Andy Du Feu, Principal of Moorlands College, to lift the lid on what the Bible says about faith formation. Back in the studio, Martin and Rachel divulge on some of their youth work 'zingers', and Rachel shares the story on the journey of church plant in Blackburn as well as a funny story about late night mistaken ide…

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128 Father & Sons - with Bill, Wayne, and Aaron Saunders 48:13

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Bill Saunders' legacy is a testament to the enduring bond between family and nature. His love for the wilderness, deeply instilled in his sons, has blossomed into a tradition that transcends generations. This Father's Day, we explore their story; it's a legacy of living off the land, teaching the next generation to hunt ethically, and nurturing a p…

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Discipleship that lasts - Tom Clark | Episode 262 54:50

2M ago54:50

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This week Martin invited Tom Clark, Online Pastor at Holy Trinity Brompton, to share some of the lessons he's learned being in youth ministry for nearly two decades and the intentional ways they've built discipleship for the long haul into the fabric of what they do. Rachel and Martin also discuss the recent tale of Martin's youth group's 30 year r…

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S4E12 The 2024 DOE Interns Have Arrived! --06/24/2024-- Maurice Thompson, Susan Sparks, Shannon Potter and Samina Mondal 1:05:54

2M ago1:05:54

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This is the time of year when hundreds of interns descend on DOE sites around the country. They are eager and enthusiastic, ready to soak up new information gleaned from being out of the classroom and on the job. They are a critical part of the essential pipeline that will ensure the Department of Energy's Environmental Management program will have…

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Banking on Self-Storage: A Guide to Smart Financing 32:44

2M ago32:44

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Send us a Text Message. What are the banks looking for right now when it comes to loans? In this episode, Scott warms up the conversation with proven strategies for securing self-storage loans amidst a challenging economic climate. He explains the evolving lending environment, the criteria lenders use to assess loan applications, and provides actio…

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Greg Armstrong & Andy Neill - 'When We Was Fab' 1:08:00

2M ago1:08:00

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My guests for this episode are Greg Armstrong and Andy Neill who join me to discuss their book 'When We Was Fab - Inside The Beatles Australasian Tour 1964'. Greg and Andy tell the story of this tour in great detail - from it's conception to The Beatles frenzied arrival and look at the legacy that they left behind.…

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Turning Self-Storage Ads into Occupancy 52:02

2M ago52:02

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Send us a Text Message. Meet the software turning self-storage ads into occupancy boosters! In this episode, Scott interviews Jason Zickler, co-founder of Adverank, about how their specialized software is changing paid advertising for self-storage operators. Jason explains how Adverank's innovative algorithm provides precise budget recommendations …

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Launching The Adventure of a Lifetime - Dr Hannah Bowden | Episode 261 50:00

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The podcast is back! This season we’re asking the important question of ‘how do we set up young people for a lifetime with Jesus’ and digging into the misconceptions and foundations of building lifelong faith. Martin and Rachel sit down with Dr Hannah Bowden, part of the Youthscape Centre for Research, as they kick off the start of the season explo…

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S4E11 Environmental Management Consolidated Business Center Celebrates 20 Years - 06/03/2024 - Melody Bell, Deputy Director, Aaron Deckard, Procurement Director 47:46

2M ago47:46

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DOE’s Environmental Management Consolidated Business Center (EMCBC) is celebrating its 20th anniversary this month. Called the “Swiss army knife of Environmental Management”, the EMCBC is a multi-faceted organization, serving as the centralized hub for procurement, financial management, and technical support for DOE’s environmental management progr…

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9 Ways to Make Money in Syndication Fees 26:57

2M ago26:57

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Send us a Text Message. Syndicating self-storage deals just got trickier – here’s how to stay ahead. In this episode, Scott dives into the evolving landscape of the self-storage industry, emphasizing the challenges brought by rising interest rates, construction costs, and stricter lending practices. Scott outlines nine key fee structures in syndica…

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Beyond the Box: Pro Storage Explained 46:04

3M ago46:04

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Send us a Text Message. Imagine the booming world of self-storage evolving into something even more specialized and lucrative. In this episode, Scott Meyers chats with Joe Downs of the Belrose Storage Group about the emerging niche of "pro storage" – a unique blend of contractor and RV/boat storage. They explore the untapped potential of this marke…

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Tracy Daugherty - We Shook Up the World 43:00

3M ago43:00

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My guest today is Tracy Daugherty who joins me to discuss his book 'We Shook Up Th World - The Spiritual Rebellion of Muhammad Ali and George Harrison'. Ali met George in a Florida boxing ring in February 1964 - and ten years later as Ali was staging one of the great sporting comebacks George was struggling across America on his Dark Horse tour - T…

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127 Jason Blaylock - Mississippi 57:03

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With record-high wildlife populations, Mississippi’s generous bag limits make it an attractive destination for hunters of all kinds, and game wardens are busy almost year-round. After 23 years with the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks (MDWFP), Lt. Jason Blaylock has made substantial contributions to wildlife conservation and …

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S4E10 Depleted UF6: A By-Product for Industry - 05/20/24 - Zak LaFontaine, DOE Program Director, Depleted Uranium Hexafluoride Conversion Program 26:21

3M ago26:21

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The Department of Energy’s environmental cleanup program is more than tearing down aging, contaminated buildings. In this week’s episode of the Gone Fission Nuclear Report, we’ll take a look at another dimension of cleanup--the conversion of depleted uranium hexafluoride—or UF6--at Paducah, Kentucky, and Portsmouth, Ohio. A by-product of the conver…

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From Traditional to Self-Directed: A Wealth-Building Journey 36:46

3M ago36:46

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Send us a Text Message. Turn your savings into a wealth-building machine. Scott Meyers introduces Donnell and Angelique Stidhum, a dynamic duo dedicated to empowering individuals through financial literacy. They share their journey and strategies for leveraging self-directed 401(k)s, real estate investments, and other financial tools to achieve fin…

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126 For the Fallen: Julian Keen – Florida Fish & Wildlife Commission 31:41

3M ago31:41

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126 For the Fallen: Julian Keen – Florida Fish & Wildlife Commission Florida FWC Officer Julian “Batman” Keen was known for his bright smile, relentless enthusiasm, and deep commitment to the people and wildlife of his home state. On a quiet Sunday morning in 2020, he heard a crash outside his home and looked out to see a truck driving recklessly. …

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Breaking Ground: The Next Steps in Self-Storage Site Development 38:35

3M ago38:35

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Send us a Text Message. Site development is critical! In this episode, Scott shares the essentials of developing the perfect location for your self-storage business. From understanding zoning regulations and gaining community support to identifying red flags like environmental challenges and wetlands, he emphasizes the importance of due diligence a…

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A Game Warden's commentary on Christopher Alexander post World Class Ohio Buck 17:02

3M ago17:02

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I did this game warden commentary regarding Christopher Alexander, who allegedly poached a world-class buck in Ohio. I have heard so much speculation regarding this buck through social media that I had to engage on the side of the game wardens. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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