Best Freja Podcasts (2024)

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Ely’s Braver Angels Alliance with Nick Wognum & Johnnie Hyde 1:11:13

3h ago1:11:13

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Listen in on Lacey’s conversation with her friends and neighbors, Nick Wognum & Johnnie Hyde. Nick Wognum is the owner and editor of the Ely Echo, Ely’s newspaper of record. Johnnie is the owner of Raven Words Press, which publishes the Ely Summer and Winter Times. In 2023 Nick and Johnnie collaborated to establish an Ely Alliance of Braver Angels,…

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Sigurd Olson & Listening Point Foundation with Freja Alioth 1:09:43

1M ago1:09:43

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Listen in on Lacey’s conversation with her friend and neighbor, Freja Alioth. Freja is the executive director of Listening Point Foundation, “where introspection and conservation meet.” The Listening Point Foundation is a non-profit dedicated to preserving the physical land known as Listening Point, and advancing Sigurd Olson’s wilderness philosoph…

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Sauce Shop Secrets Unveiled: What DOES it take to manufacture in-house? 42:11

1M ago42:11

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Sauce Shop Secrets Unveiled: Pam & James Digva on everything from building their own factory to getting a national listing in Tesco If you’re ever wondering what it takes to own and run your own manufacturing facility, then this episode is for you. Brand Growth Heroes host Fiona Fitz has been tasting packaged food and beverage products as part of h…

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Busy Summer for Arts in Ely with Ian Francis Lah & Molly Hill Fuller 1:32:20

1M ago1:32:20

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Listen in on Lacey’s conversation with her friends and neighbors, Ian Francis Lah and Molly Hill Fuller of the Northern Lakes Arts Association, often affectionately referred to as NLAA. They’ll talk about how the arts are TRANSFORMATIVE, and about the robust summer schedule of arts and cultural programming in Ely – including but not limited to mult…

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Fourth of July Festivities in Ely 1:21:42

2M ago1:21:42

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Listen in on Lacey’s conversation with her friends and neighbors, Rob Wilmunen and Ammie Peterson, members of the Ely Events Committee which is responsible for several of the flagship events celebrating the Fourth of July in Ely. They’ll discuss Ely’s famous Fourth of July parade, as well as one of our favorite new traditions – Rock the Park.. And,…

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The Chocolate Moose Summer Menu(s) 1:46:44

2M ago1:46:44

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Listen in on Lacey’s conversation with her friends and neighbors, Nick Laurant and Maddie Wilson, the co-owners and chefs at The Chocolate Moose on Sheridan Street in Ely. They’ll discuss their new summer season menus and other updates at “The Moose.” She’ll also have a quick chat with special guest, David Wigdahl, who stopped in to tell her and Br…

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Tourism & Mothers Day in Ely with Robyn Bertlesen 1:22:38

3M ago1:22:38

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Listen in on Lacey’s conversation with her friend and neighbor Robyn Bertelsen. Robyn and Lacey talk about tourism – both Ely tourism and their experiences as tourists elsewhere. They also discuss the upcoming Northern Lights ClubHouse Mothers Day Tea Party – and more!! And, of course, this episode features an upcoming event round-up. Show Notes: T…

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How to Hit a £10M Run-Rate in Just 3 Years: Freja Bone Broth 42:29

4M ago42:29

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Episode 69: Freja Foods, Founder Ed Armitage How to Hit a £10m Run Rate in 3 Years! In this latest episode, Fiona talks to Ed Armitage, founder of Freja Bone Broth, who shares the secrets behind his award-winning, digital-first, scaling food business. With a vision to become Europe's No. 1 bone broth brand, you'll hear how husband and wife team Ed …

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Minnesota Versus Irish Goodbyes with Special Guests Teague & Cormac 31:17

4M ago31:17

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Listen in on Lacey’s conversation with her friend and neighbor, Teague. Teague is a new Elyite who will share with us his first impressions of life in Ely, Minnesota. And, of course, this episode features an upcoming event round-up! There is ALWAYS something going on. We encourage listeners to consult the resources below for additional details. If …

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Why is the west still waiting for better buses in 2024?

4M ago

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Elyse and Chloe recap the community forum held by Sustainable Cities and Point Cook Action Group that took place on Thursday 14th March in Williams Landing, to ask the question 'Why is the west still waiting for better buses in 2024?'We play snippets from the night as well as a follow up interview with one of our key speakers, Nasreen Mohamed, a re…

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Methodist Church Pasty Tradition & Ely High School All Class Reunion with Pam Turnbull 1:24:26

4M ago1:24:26

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Listen in on Lacey’s conversation with her friend and neighbor, Pam Turnbull, who born-and-raised Elyites may know as Pam Loe. Pam is the President of the Ely-Winton Historical Society, which is not to be confused with the Ely Heritage Preservation Commission – of which she is also co-chair. Pam is a member of the Ely Educational Foundation, a co-c…

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Special Edition: St. Urho's Day 20:08

4M ago20:08

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In honor of Saint Urho's Day on March 16, we are sharing a special edition episode of the What's Up Ely Podcast. This audio is pulled from a recent History Happy Hour program about the holiday. History Happy Hour is a monthly presentation on Ely aea history in the time it takes to drink a pint. These half hour long events are hosted by our friend a…

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Discussing climate activism with Tomorrow Movement

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This week Dirt Radio interviewed Imo Kuah, an organiser at Tomorrow Movement, to discuss the movement, social and climate activism, and how to be involved. The next Racial Justice Learning Collective session will be on Monday, March 18, 2024 at 6:00 PM Sign up here! https://actionnetwork.org/events/racial-justice-learning-collective-session-1-2024-…

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Ely’s BrainStorm Bakery & International Wolf Center 1:21:55

4M ago1:21:55

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Listen in on Lacey’s conversation with her friends and neighbors Andrea Strom, Giselle, and Krista. They’ll talk about the upcoming Northern Lakes Arts Association production of Fiddler on the Roof, as well as some other events that may or may not involve a fiddle, as well as the many things that Ian has up his sleeves for 2024 on behalf of the Nor…

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Life After Coal

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We spoke to Stephanie Sabrinskas from Life After Coal. Stephanie is a filmmaker and impact producer based on Gunaikurnai Land in the Latrobe Valley, Australia. We discussed a just transition to renewable energy and jobs for coal communities in the LaTrobe Valley, the health impacts of coal-fired power stations, the 10 year anniversary of the Hazelw…

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The movement for a free Palestine

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We spoke to Amin Abbas from Melbourne City Council for Palestine who organized the action outside the City of Melbourne last Tuesday as Council debated a motion in support of a ceasefire in Palestine. Amin is a son and grandson of Palestinian refugees from Tiberias and Genine. Amin’s purpose in life is to liberate Palestine with a dream to return t…

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Fiddlers Fiddling & More with Ian Lah 1:30:54

5M ago1:30:54

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Listen in on Lacey’s conversation with her friend and neighbor Ian Lah. They’ll talk about the upcoming Northern Lakes Arts Association production of Fiddler on the Roof, as well as some other events that may or may not involve a fiddle, as well as the many things that Ian has up his sleeves for 2024 on behalf of the Northern Lakes Arts Association…

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Legacy of High Country Forests and What's Next for the Forests Campaign

5M ago

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Friends of the Earth Melbourne/Naarm's Forests campaigner Cam Walker joined Dirt Radio's Claud Gallois and Jay Iwasaki to discuss the historic end to native forest logging in Victoria, the road to get here, and what's next for Victoria and Australia.By Claud Gallois & Jay Iwasaki with Cam Walker

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Australia celebrating renewable energy and fighting off fake news!

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In today's episode, Elyse interviews Pat Simons (FoE Yes 2 Renewables Coordinator) and Martin Cubby (Wollongong local, member of Good for the 'Gong and organiser with NTEU) about recent national actions in support of renewable energy, and the push back against misinformationBy Elyse Cunningham with Pat Simons and Martin Cubby

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Minnesota North Vermilion Campus & the Ely Beat with a Local Reporter 1:50:01

5M ago1:50:01

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Listen in on Lacey’s conversation with her friends and neighbors Jessica Anderson Ojala and Parker Loew. Lacey and Jessica will talk about Ely’s local community college, Minnesota North’s Vermilion Campus. Then Lacey and Parker chat about noteworthy news stories. And, of course, we do an upcoming event round-up! Show Notes: Minnesota North Vermilio…

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Palestinian Resistance - Disrupting the Global Weapons Supply Chain + Update from Sitintifada with Uncle Ihab

6M ago

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In today's episode, Elyse Cunningham speaks to Tori from Unionists for Palestine about some of the history of activism targeting weapons companies in Naarm, and the insidious way that supply of weapons used in genocides across the world is spreading throughout Victoria. We then check in with Uncle Ihab at the Sitintifada, with an update from the fi…

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Coastal Erosion on the Climate Frontlines - Adaptation and Alliance Building

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In this week episode Alana Mountain interviews Dr Sanja Van Huet, a local resident of Ocean Grove and long time community activist, along with Aleesha Hanczakowski from the Act on Climate Collective, regarding coastal erosian and the Port Phillip Bay Coastal Hazard Assessment, and community action on the frontlines…

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Empath Loves A Narcissist 💋 41:31

6M ago41:31

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Interview with a special guest, Ms. T as we discuss the relationship between an Empath and a Narcissist.By Freja

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Ely’s Historic State Theater, Ely Steam Sauna, & Winter Fun in Ely 1:25:48

6M ago1:25:48

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Listen in on Lacey’s conversation with her friends and neighbors Todd Crego and Tim Barton. Lacey and Todd will talk about two long-standing and beloved Ely institutions: Ely’s Historic State Theater and Ely Steam Sauna. Tim Barton is back to chat about winter recreation and Ely’s Winter Festival. And, of course, we do an upcoming event round-up! T…

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Native Forest Country Opened to Logging - NorthEast Forest Alliance

6M ago

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In this week's episode, Jeff Waters interviews Susie Russell and Sean O'Shannessy from the Northeast Forest Alliance about a recent court decision that will allow native forest logging in the Bulga forest on Biripi CountryBy Jeff Waters with Susie Russell and Sean O'Shannessy

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Gas Bagging with Freja and Jeff

7M ago

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Jeff Water and Freja Leonard unpack the year that was in gas and look ahead at what's coming up in 2024By Jeff Waters & Freja Leonard

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Frozen the Musical in Ely with Billie & Mike Rouse and Ely Film Festival with Filmmaker Marius Anderson 1:32:21

6M ago1:32:21

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Listen in on Lacey’s conversation with her friends and neighbors Billie & Mike Rouse, who tell us all about an especially exciting upcoming event: Frozen The Musical, a live production that will take place in the Washington Auditorium of Ely’s Memorial High School the weekend of January 19-21. Lacey will also chat with film director Marius Anderson…

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Should Old Acquaintance Be Forgot? 25:15

7M ago25:15

25:15

Happy New Year 2024! 💋By Freja

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Cross Country Skiing & Ely Adventure School with Sunshine Gardner 1:13:56

7M ago1:13:56

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Listen in on Lacey’s conversation with her friend and neighbor Sunshine Gardner. They’ll be talking about cross country skiing in the Ely-area, as well the Ely Youth Ski League. Sunshine is the founder and lead educator at the Ely Adventure School which facilitates preschool, child care, and summer camps where children learn and play almost exclusi…

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The Global Campaign Against Shell

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Campaigner Chaja Merk from Friends of the Earth Netherlands joins Dirt Radio presenters Claud Gallois and Jay Iwasaki at the studio in Naarm/Melbourne, Australia to talk about the global campaign against Shell and the results of the 2021 court case. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Milieudefensie_v_Royal_Dutch_Shellhttps://www.melbournefoe.org.au/the_…

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Foraging for Food & More with the Ely Folk School's Lucy Soderstrom 1:15:40

7M ago1:15:40

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Listen in on Lacey’s conversation with her friend and neighbor Lucy Soderstrom. They’ll be talking about the upcoming Anishinaabe Storytelling program hosted by the Ely Folk School, looking ahead to other Ely-area goings on, and reflecting on what they’re grateful for in the context of their Ely lives. And, of course, they’ll be presenting a Decemb…

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Preparing for Climate Change

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By Jeff Waters & Anna Langford

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Snowmobiling in Ely with Lexy Fenske & Updates from USFS District Ranger Aaron Kania 1:32:36

8M ago1:32:36

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Listen in on Lacey’s conversation with her friend and neighbor, Lexy Fenske. Lexy will tell us about her extensive experience snowmobiling in the area, as well as what it’s like to raise two kids among the trees. Next, we’ll hear from Aaron Kania, the United States Forest Service Kawishiwi District Ranger. Aaron will tell us about how to harvest yo…

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Public Transport Deserts: The fight for bus route reform in Melbourne's West!

8M ago

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Elyse Cunningham, Coordinator of the Sustainable Cities collective who are running the Better Buses campaign at Friends of the Earth Melbourne speaks to Girish Khara, a resident from the Mt.Atkinson estate in Truganina, in Melbourne's rapidly growing Western suburbs. The estate currently only has 1 cafe run by the developers, Stockland, and has no …

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Dirt Radio November 14

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This week, Dirt Radio host Jeff Waters discusses the ongoing blockade in Port Melbourne and status of offshore wind in New South Wales with guests Jess Tran and Coco Venaglia.By Jeff Waters, Jess Tran, Coco Venaglia

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Ep68 (Part 2) Fuel10k Sells to Behemoth Premier Foods - The Week Before the Sale 42:28

9M ago42:28

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Founder Barney Mauleverer describes Fuel10k as 'a 12 year overnight success' In Part 2 of our two part series covering the growth journey & sale of the protein breakfast brand Fuel10k to Premier Foods, learn: The three reasons that Fuel10k was the perfect fit for Premier Foods already impressive national brand portfolio It Fuel10K 10 years to get t…

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Arctic Misadventures, Game Nights, & Dog Sledding with Peter Schurke 2:01:54

9M ago2:01:54

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Listen in on Lacey’s conversation with her friend and neighbor, Peter Schurke, who is an arctic skipper during the summer months, and a dog sled guide in the winter. Peter will tell us of his Nordic sailing adventures and discuss how those experiences inform his work as the owner of a dog sledding business. Peter will also talk about the regular pu…

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Ep67 (Part 1) Fuel10k: Build a £Multimillion Protein Breakfast Brand & Then Sell It 44:50

9M ago44:50

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Are you curious to know what it's like for a founder in the week before a sale of their business? ➡ If you're building your consumer packaged goods business with the hope of one day selling it, and if you've ever wondered what it would be like to sell your branded business, then you've got to listen to this. Last week, FUEL10K (protein breakfast ra…

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What Time Is It? 30:04

9M ago30:04

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The audio . . . To see the video, go to rumble.com/tdsothc Our name there is TDSOTHC so please remember to subscribe over there as we will be moving a lot of our future content to that platform. Thanks, see you there! 💋By Freja

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100+ Women Who Care with Abby Sirek & Emily Roose 59:31

9M ago59:31

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Listen in on Lacey’s conversation with her friends and neighbors, Abby Sirek and Emily Roose, both of whom are involved with the planning and execution of Ely’s bi-annual 100+ Women Who Care event. 100+ Ely Women Who Care is a women’s giving circle committed to helping the Ely area thrive by pooling small individual donations to collectively give a…

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People's Inquiry into the Impacts of the Covid-19 Pandemic

9M ago

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On today's episode, our Sustainable Cities collective coordinator, Elyse Cunningham, interviews Chloe Aldenhoven, one of the campaigns coordinators at Friends of the Earth Melbourne, about the People's Inquiry into the Impacts of the Covid-19 Pandemic. A series of public hearings that Chloe is coordinating alongside volunteers. More info on the hea…

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Ep66 How COOK Grew to £130M With NO External Investment 36:53

9M ago36:53

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COOK is an award winning frozen meals company based in the UK. It’s impressive turnover of £130M comes from its it 98 retail stores and 1000 concessions that it supplies from its own manufacturing facilities. Yet some 28 years from inception, the business STILL doesn’t sell to any major UK grocery retailers! Founder Ed Perry tells me how he has man…

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Protecting Gunditjmara Southern Sea Country

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The Southern Ocean is up against seismic blasting proposals, in the search for new oil and gas, which threaten whale songlines and precious ocean ecosystems. Seismic blasting surveys are proposed in waters as close as 8km from the coast of Warrnambool and Port Fairy. The seismic blasting process involves ships towing airguns that blast powerful sou…

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Ely’s Masked Singer Event with Molly Olson 1:01:14

10M ago1:01:14

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Join Lacey in conversation with Molly Olson, whom you may remember from our pilot episode which originally aired on January 11, 2023. Molly will tell us all about an upcoming Northern Lakes Arts Association fundraiser inspired by the popular reality competition show on Fox called The Masked Singer. Ely State Theater Ely Community Health Center Ely …

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Ep65 Brand Building Masterclass with Rude Health Co-founder Camilla Barnard 59:54

10M ago59:54

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I've been in love with the bright, punchy and delicious Rude Health brand since it launched in 2006. Originally a muesli business, Rude Health's revenue now comes predominantly from alt. milks, although this is something Camilla never would have imagined when they first launched them! A well-known and much-loved brand in 4 major markets, Rude Healt…

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