Best Wonderlings Podcasts (2024)

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Weathering Disruption in the Financial Services Industry, with Mark Daprato 20:50

1y ago20:50

20:50

Host Bryn Griffiths is joined by Mark Daprato, a board member of the Receivables Management Association of Canada and the organizer of its upcoming National Conference on Nov 14. This year's conference has a bold and thought-provoking theme: "Weathering Disruption in the Financial Services Industry." Mark shares insights into the conference's focus…

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How Executors Navigate Estate Administration in a Digital World, with Ari Brojde 23:08

1+ y ago23:08

23:08

Delve into the world of estate administration in the digital age with our guest, Ari Brojde, CEO of Estateably. Host Bryn Griffiths uncovers the secrets behind efficiently managing debts, distributing assets, and handling the ever-evolving landscape of managing and closing estates. Ari shares his journey, from recognizing industry pain points to cr…

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This Big Win for Civil Debt Litigation Could be Contagious, with Tim Browatzke 17:48

1+ y ago17:48

17:48

Small Claims Court just became bigger, at least in one jurisdiction. In the Canadian province of Alberta, the limit for civil litigation in the Provincial Court system has recently doubled from CAD $50,000 to $100,000. This means Albertans and agents like MetCredit can go to court without a lawyer in the province to collect much larger debts, benef…

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Upping Your Game (and Pay Grade) in the Credit Industry, with David Hopkyns 20:03

2y ago20:03

20:03

The Credit and Receivables Management Industry is a complex one. Yet for ages, there was no standardized training or certification for credit professionals. David Hopkyns, ACI, has helped change that in his work as National Director for the Prairies of the Credit Institute of Canada, which today has nearly 2,000 members across the country. The CIC …

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Understanding Consumer Proposals and Bankruptcy with Rhonda Fox-Miles 23:27

2y ago23:27

23:27

When debt piles up and becomes unmanageable, what can you do? More people than ever are turning to consumer proposals and even bankruptcy as a way out. The promises you hear in advertisements sound liberating—but is there another side to taking drastic measures? Rhonda Fox-Miles, a licensed bankruptcy trustee since 1999 and Registered Social worker…

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Getting Cutting-Edge in Accounts Receivables Management with George Preece 18:27

2y ago18:27

18:27

The Receivables Management world is a magnifier of business challenges. Whenever the economy becomes difficult, the credit world is in for a ride. MetCredit's central region business development manager George Preece is a credit industry veteran who co-founded the Receivable Management Institute (RMA) more than a decade ago. He joins host Bryn Grif…

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Collecting Debt Better Through Tech and Transparency, with Tyler Wonderlic 19:08

2y ago19:08

19:08

If you’re like most people, you seldom answer phone calls from anyone you don’t recognize. And for good reason. A universal surge in spam calls and fraudulent players (usually spoofing outgoing numbers) has tarnished our trust in conventional caller IDs. For a telephone-centric company like MetCredit, this behavioural change has been a huge challen…

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Scaling up Your Career in Credit, with Credit Institute GM Nawshad Khadaroo 20:14

2y ago20:14

20:14

Working in the credit industry is an opportunity to make an impact on businesses, individuals and the economy itself. But how do you stay fresh, inspired and on top of your game? Host Bryn Griffiths joins Credit Institute of Canada General Manager Nawshad Khadaroo to talk about how being part of an engaged community provides learning, education and…

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The Power of Business Data in Receivables Management, with Stephanie Flierjans 19:19

2+ y ago19:19

19:19

Dun & Bradstreet has evolved a lot in its 173-year history. Now the world's largest trade payment database with over 360 million lines of global trade, it is known by most business people as a risk company for credit reporting. As D&B's director of data acquisitions, Stephanie Flierjans has spent most of her 35-year career with the company. In this…

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When Receivables Keep CEOs Up at Night, With Martin Hunter 29:32

2+ y ago29:32

29:32

A lot of things keep CEOs up at night, from HR and supply chain issues to operational challenges and cash flow. But most often it's cash flow. Host Bryn Griffiths is joined by Martin Hunter, managing partner of URGEO, a company specializing in helping CEOs achieve operational excellence, to discuss why accounts receivable are such a challenge—and h…

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Lucky You: How a Job in Collections Can Change Your Life, with Tim Paulsen 27:58

2+ y ago27:58

27:58

Ever thought of a job in collections? Many successful collectors never did, and now can’t imagine themselves in any other career. Author and trainer Tim Paulsen returns to Overdue Advice to share advice for accounts receivable management teams and collectors—and shines light on the life-changing magic of working in collections.…

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When to Litigate and When to Use a Collection Agency, with Howard J. Sniderman, QC 34:00

2+ y ago34:00

34:00

When a customer decides not to pay your invoice, what do you do? Should you sue, or take the file to your collection agency? It's not always an easy question, and one that lawyer Howard "Howie" J. Sniderman has helped business leaders answer for decades. After listening to this episode, you'll be equipped to make the decision for yourself! Learn ho…

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How a Collection Agency is Your Company’s New Best Friend, With David Hopkyns 26:06

2+ y ago26:06

26:06

What happens when you send an account to collections? What will the collection agency do—and what won't they? What kind of businesses are best suited to use a collection agency? MetCredit VP Business Development and industry veteran David Hopkyns joins host Bryn Griffiths to open the Overdue Advice mailbag and answers these and other questions list…

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Turning Adversity into Advancements, with MetCredit President & CEO Brian Summerfelt 19:41

3y ago19:41

19:41

It's been an incredibly tough two years. At MetCredit, we've always been a people business. In recent years, with competitors outsourcing their call centres overseas, we've taken pride in having real people working from our offices. So the work-from-home orders of COVID-19 threatened our very existence. Many of our contracts with banks, telcos and …

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The Life-Changing Magic of Working in Collections, with Quinn Yule & Greg Hunka 24:35

3y ago24:35

24:35

When does a job become more then a 9-to-5 but something that transforms people's lives? Host Bryn Griffiths talks with MetCredit Collection Manager Quinn Yule and Human Resources & Quality Assurance Manager Greg Hunka about their careers with the company, and how it has changed their lives but the lives of many of those with whom they've worked, in…

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Tales from Two Cities: How Edmonton & Halifax Chamber CEOs See the Year Ahead 27:57

3y ago27:57

27:57

After two years of uncertainty and surprises, what’s next—and how can Canadian businesses plan and grow in such crazy times? MetCredit is a member of more than 50 Chambers of Commerce across Canada, and we love to make use of this great resource. In this episode, host Bryn Griffiths talks to Jeffrey Sundquist, President and CEO of the Edmonton Cham…

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HFS 42: Missing Presumed Eaten 1:00:50

3y ago1:00:50

1:00:50

Mik and Verge are muhfuggin' back but it's not entirely like riding a bike. Sorry for the delay folks, we've just been out here L-I-V-I-N. But hell yeah, let's do this again. Fur Your Information: "Wotjek the Bear" Vergel: "Johan de Witt" / Miklas: "Presumed Dead" Wikiholes start at 13:25By John Miklas

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How AI is a Game Changer in Debt Collection, with Anand Mahurkar 22:08

3y ago22:08

22:08

Artificial Intelligence is a more than a hot-button topic lately. It's a group of technologies that is revolutionizing our way of life. From asking Siri on your smartwatch to the emergence of self-driving cars, machine learning and computers that “think” are rapidly working their way into every home, office and garage—as well as our pockets and wri…

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What it Takes to be a Collection Agent, with Collectors Ourvashi, Zak and Jay 23:03

3y ago23:03

23:03

Ever wondered what it’s like for the people who make collection calls for a living? Meet Ourvashi, Zak and Jay, three collectors at MetCredit. Learn why Jay, a former nurse and father of three, Ourvashi with a Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting and Finance, and Zak, a university graduate with loads of ambition, decided to work at MetCredit — and th…

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HFS 41: Christopher Lee Latrine Disaster 1:18:52

3y ago1:18:52

1:18:52

Mik and Verge are BACK and they're swearing off potty humor for good. Ethnic Enclave of the Week: Saint Pierre and Miquelon WikiHoles: Sir Christopher Lee (Vergel) / Erfurt Latrine Disaster (Miklas) / Holes begin at 26:40By John Miklas

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HFS 40: Microwave Ray Hangover Gun 1:16:30

3+ y ago1:16:30

1:16:30

Mik and Verge had a baby! Actually just Mik but Verge has been doing cool stuff too. Sorry the ep is so late. We've been busy! Surprise Bad-Ass of the Week: Shail Upadhya WikiHoles: Havana Syndrome (Miklas) / Manichaeism (Vergel) Wikiholes start at 23:00By John Miklas

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Debt Protesters: Can Debtors Turn the Tables on Collections? 21:51

3+ y ago21:51

21:51

Disputing a bill is not terribly uncommon, and in some cases makes sense. Billing errors can happen, and it’s fair to have them resolved before paying. But imagine claiming you don’t need to pay ANY bills—or even your rent—ever, because you have special status or philosophical separation from your “debtor self” that renders financial obligations nu…

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HFS 39: Wonderlic My Balls 1:22:12

3+ y ago1:22:12

1:22:12

Verge and Mik decide what gets to live and why wasps don't. Fur Your Information: Schmidt sting pain index WikiHoles: Wonderlic Exam (Miklas) / Human Sacrifice (Vergel) / Holes begin atBy John Miklas

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HFS 38: And Now for a Sudden and Overwhelming Emotional Release 1:34:44

3+ y ago1:34:44

1:34:44

Sorry for the delay! Mik and Verge are joined by an enthusiastic guest who wants to know the last time they actually felt something. Please welcome guest Jimmy for his first appearance but definitely not his last! Surprise Bad-Ass (Sidekick) of the Week: Peter Norman WikiHoles: Faith (Vergel) / Saudade (Miklas) / Holes begin at 24:56…

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HFS 37: Right About Now, Funk Soul Eleanor 1:43:50

3+ y ago1:43:50

1:43:50

Mik and Verge discuss people famous for their rhythm - Eleanor Roosevelt top of the list. Goooooood Cookin': Mate WikiHoles: Eleanor Roosevelt (Miklas); History of Funk Music (Vergel); holes start at 42minsBy John Miklas

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Compassion in Debt Recovery, with Michele Murray, Anthony Sabatelli & Raphael Karamichailidis 27:35

3+ y ago27:35

27:35

Consumer debt collection is delicate business at the best of times. Throw in a global pandemic where people’s livelihoods are in doubt, and it becomes exponentially harder. For telecommunications companies, the question becomes more than ever how to help customers, who need their phones and the Internet to work and function, but many of whom are st…

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HFS 36: Dicks and Docks 1:12:42

3+ y ago1:12:42

1:12:42

Mik and Verge get circumcised. "Surprise bad-ass of the week": Jennifer Mee (Hiccup Girl) WikiHoles: Dock Ellis (Vergel) / Prevalence of Circumcision (Miklas) / WikiHoles begin atBy John Miklas

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HFS 35: Justinian's Wife Theodora Sounds Chill 1:12:08

3+ y ago1:12:08

1:12:08

This ep brought to you in Glorious Mono on account of, you guessed it, a technical issue! Ethnic Enclave: Polish Haitians Wikiholes: Nika Riot (Miklas) / Shapeshifting (Vergel) Wikiholes start at 19:23By John Miklas

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HFS 34: Finally an Asian Lady Pirate Movie 1:06:58

3+ y ago1:06:58

1:06:58

Mik and Verge inexplicably both talk about piracy. Gooood Cookin': Sonoran Hot Dogs WikiHoles: Zheng Yi Sao (Vergel); Missionary Church of Kopimism (Miklas); WikiHoles begin at 22:40By John Miklas

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HFS 33: Join a Band, Not a Cult 1:02:32

3+ y ago1:02:32

1:02:32

Mik and Verge are TOGETHER! LIVE! And then not. Fur Your Info: Giant Softshell Turtles Wikiholes: Beautiful Willamette Valley (Miklas) / Shen Yun (Vergel) Wikiholes start at 21:49By John Miklas

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HFS 32: Godel's Poophole 1:08:02

3+ y ago1:08:02

1:08:02

Part 1 of a messy 2 part situation where Verge and Mik try to work around their differing schedules to bring you piggies the good good. Ethnic Enclave: The Sydney Block Wikiholes: The Belarusian Situation (Miklas) / Godel's Loophole (Vergel) Wikiholes begin at 24:38By John Miklas

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HFS 31: Bodies in Spaces, Criss Angel in Places 1:17:00

3+ y ago1:17:00

1:17:00

Mik and Verge look at pictures of naked people. Suprisingly Badass Good Cookin': CABLP Wikiholes: Inherently Funny Words (Vergel) / Nudism (Miklas) Wikiholes begin at 26:18By John Miklas

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HFS 30: Are we Human or are we Squiggles? 1:22:30

3+ y ago1:22:30

1:22:30

Verge and Mik solve the Israel-Palestine conflict. Surprise Bad-Ass of the Week: Mitsuko Thekla Maria, Countess of Coudenhove-Kalergi WikiHoles: Child's Crusade (Miklas) / Dimensions (Vergel) / WikiHoles start at 26:10By John Miklas

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HFS 29: Spookiness, and Separately, Mummies 1:09:40

3+ y ago1:09:40

1:09:40

Mik and Verge might need to take a step back and take a deep breath for a second. Gooood Cookin': Ampo of Java Wikiholes: Botched Psychonautics (Vergel) / Buddhist Mummies (Miklas) Wikiholes begin at 23:38 Links: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8cF06IIfW2Mhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8cF06IIfW2MBy John Miklas

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HFS 28: Anthropromrorphrism 1:39:22

3+ y ago1:39:22

1:39:22

Mik and Verge welcome their first guest! Producer Emmy joins the ep to talk about a topic that's been on her mind lately: animals acting like humans. ANTHROPOMORPHISM GUEST EP The Psychology of... (Vergel) / Olympics Mascots (Miklas)By John Miklas

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HFS 27: Pour One Out for Dead Empires 1:13:22

3+ y ago1:13:22

1:13:22

Verge and Mik change up the vibes from grinding gears to lubing them up... for some nice Tinglers. Gooood Cookin': Ristorante Fortezza Medicea Wikiholes: Chuck Tingle's Tinglers (Vergel) / Maritime History of Somalia (Miklas) / Wikiholes begin at 22:00 Links: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2015/jun/02/my-977-days-held-hostage-by-somali-pirates h…

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HFS 26: All My Homies Hate Dilbert 1:16:08

3+ y ago1:16:08

1:16:08

Mik and Verge contemplate their own fungibility. Surprise Bad-Ass of the Week: Mary Ann Brown Patten WikiHoles: John Brown (Miklas) / NFTs (Vergel) / WikiHoles begin at 23:15By John Miklas

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HFS 25: Grinding Gears and Drinking Beers 1:17:40

3+ y ago1:17:40

1:17:40

Mik and Verge get mad. Fur Your Information: Carcinisation WikiHoles: History of Artificial Intelligence (Vergel) / Death of David Chain (Miklas) / WikiHoles begin at 25:40By John Miklas

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HFS 24: Communes Always End in Sex Cults 58:24

3+ y ago58:24

58:24

Verge and Mik are hungover. They also introduce producer Emmy. Fur Your Information: Coelacanth WikiHoles: Eurovision Song Contest (Miklas) / Free State of Jefferson (Vergel) / WikiHoles begin at 18:40By John Miklas

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HFS 23: Blood, Speed, and Jimsonweed 1:18:12

3+ y ago1:18:12

1:18:12

Mik and Verge hop dimensions in this psychedelic episode! And we'll leave it at that. They also sloppily introduce a new (old) friend to the Simulator... with the intent of doing a better job of it next episode! Fur Your Information: Harpy Eagles Wikiholes: "Eleusinian Mysteries" (Vergel)/"Psychonauts" (Miklas)/Wikiholes start at 16:35…

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HFS 22: "Pi, God, Why?" 1:08:42

4y ago1:08:42

1:08:42

Verge and Mik conduct a crazy conversation concerning camel corps, cossacks, cranks, covens and cockatrices. Fur Your Information: United States Camel Corps WikiHoles: Reply of the Zaporozhian Cossacks (Miklas) Animal Trials / Indiana Pi Bill (Vergel) WikiHoles begin at 22:00By John Miklas

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HFS 21: Alaska Posadist Alliance 1:26:34

4y ago1:26:34

1:26:34

Verge and Mik discuss the merits of bumping elbows with your neighbors and ponder if the Truth, regarding communism, dolphins, and nukes, is (way) out there. Ethnic Enclave: South Sudanese Americans Wikiholes: "Begich Towers, Whittier, AK" (Vergel) / "Posadism" (Miklas) / Holes begin at 29:20By John Miklas

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HFS 20: Rubes, Revoluciones and Russian Mongolians 1:26:52

4y ago1:26:52

1:26:52

Mik and Verge contemplate a future full of leisure and nominate some more names for the HFS HOF. Ethnic Enclave of the Week: Tuva Republic WikiHoles: "Rube Waddell" (Miklas) / "Amelio Robles Avila" (Vergel) / Holes begin at 21:20By John Miklas

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HFS 19: Sgt. Stubby and the Plot to Assassinate Olof Palme 1:14:32

4y ago1:14:32

1:14:32

Mik and Verge nominate two new figures for the HFS Hall of Fame. Ethnic Enclave of the Week: Polish people in the UK WikiHoles: "Sgt Stubby" (Vergel) / "Assassination of Olof Palme" (Miklas) / Holes begin at 22:42By John Miklas

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Recovery to Growth: Upgrading Your Mindset with ‘Construction Millionaire Secrets’ Author Dominic Rubino 17:42

4y ago17:42

17:42

What we need is a deep breath to reset how we think about our businesses. Enter Dominic Rubio - a professional business coach, entrepreneur, host of his own podcast called The Profit Toolbelt. While this episode isn’t specifically about credit and debt recovery, we wanted to hear what Dominic Rubino has to say about planning for the future because …

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HFS 18: Sex and Farts 1:21:41

4y ago1:21:41

1:21:41

Mik and Verge discuss (in depth) the nature of bodily functions as they have occurred and been contemplated upon throughout history. Ethnic Enclave of the Week: Koreatown/Little Bangladesh, Los Angeles, CA, US WikiHoles: "Catullus 16" (Miklas) / "Le Petomane" (Vergel) / Holes begin at 21:03By John Miklas

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HFS 17: Capitalism is for the Birds 1:27:36

4y ago1:27:36

1:27:36

Mik and Verge look for some answers and energy in the face of a stiflingly boring Twitter news week. Ethnic Enclave of the Week: "Kaifeng Jews" WikiHoles: "Kaifeng " (Vergel) / "Nuisance Wildlife Management" (Miklas) / Holes begin at 10:40By John Miklas

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HFS 16: Balloon Bombs Over Byzantium 1:27:18

4y ago1:27:18

1:27:18

Yowza! This is a hot one. Mik and Verge discuss the nuances of tragedy and 20th century geopolitics, whether they're Calvinists and what the world would be like if Teotihuacan survived the downfall of a supervolcano. Ethnic Enclave of the Week: Kreuzberg, Berlin, Germany WikiHoles: "Fu-Go Balloon Bomb" (Miklas) / "536" (Vergel) / Holes begin at 23:…

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HFS 15: GalleAnuses 1:18:50

4y ago1:18:50

1:18:50

Mik and Verge contemplate the coming wave of populism in our general discourse as well as the fleeting nature of cultural assimilation. Ethnic Enclave of the Week: Spanish Fork, Utah (Icelandic diaspora) WikiHoles: "Ursula and Sabina Erikkson" (Vergel) / "Wall Street bombing" (Miklas) / Holes begin at 23:30…

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HFS14: Real Housewives of the Gaping Abyss 1:28:44

4y ago1:28:44

1:28:44

Mik and Verge watch and discuss the Real Housewives media empire. Ethnic Enclave of the Week: Barentsburg, Svalbard, Norway WikiHole: "List of Logical Fallacies" (Miklas) / Hole begins at 19:15By John Miklas

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