Let's Talk About Sects is an award-winning monthly podcast focusing on a different cult each episode. Sarah takes a storytelling, deep dive approach, looking at the history of a sect's leaders, the recruitment of members, their experiences, psychological aspects, and notable incidents during its existence. You can support us on Patreon, with a one-off donation, or grab some merch. Sarah Steel's debut book Do As I Say is available now. “A fascinating and well-researched look into cults and th ...
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A podcast where sports and entertainment intersect. This is the Nexus of the Universe. Join alongside Chase Johnston, Zach Conard, Cole Stefiuk, and Dexter Watty as they traverse the hottest topics in sports.
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Hosts Zach Johnston (Uproxx food, drink, and travel writer) and Joe Stange (author 'Good Beer Guide to Belgium') join forces to take a deep dive into local beer scenes. Each episode finds the duo talking local beer styles and where to drink the best beer in the city while also finding a good meal or two.
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My Seattle Mixtape Podcast is an exploration of the 1980s and 1990s music scene that the world came to know as Grunge. We’ll be taking a band by band viewfinder to discover the roots of the music, the groups, the triumphs, and the failures of one of the most enduring rock ‘n roll scenes of all time. Each episode will focus on Zach and Dave discussing one band. We’ll explore how they got together, where their influences came from, the music they made, and where they ended up. We’ll listen to ...
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Stories you've never heard before and sports and pop culture opinions you will not hear anywhere else. Follow on Twitter: http://Twitter.com/ZBrook http://Twitter.com/UFRPodcast Follow on Instagram: http://Instagram.com/ZBrook http://Instagram.com/UFRPodcast Follow on TikTok: http://Tiktok.com/zbrooknfl
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Hosted by Blissful Hiker (Alison Young) Walking Distance is for day hikers looking to break into backpacking as well as more experienced trekkers looking to level up their knowledge and seek inspiration. Experts join Blissful to explore a unique subject in the world of long distance trekking. serving as a deep dive on why we believe that everything truly is within….Walking Distance.
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Each year state and local governments spend $4 trillion dollars. Where does that money come from? Where does it go? Who manages it? And what do citizens and taxpayers have to show for it? In this podcast we explore the budgets, bonds, and bureaucrats at the heart of state and local public finance. The Public Money Pod is a production of the University of Chicago's Center for Municipal Finance. It is co-hosted by Liz Farmer and Justin Marlowe.
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The Branding With Video podcast is about helping you use a YouTube podcast to position yourself as THE authority people think of in your space. I want to help you to use a video podcast to build your YouTube channel, brand and business to make an impact and get paid to do what you love!
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This is Geeked Beta, a podcast where we talk about all the latest geeky stuff.
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Drawing connections between astrology and the music that people love. Theme music by Flamingosis.
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Join host and superfan McKenzie Atwood every week for an all-access tour inside Steven Universe! Meet the cast, crew and characters themselves as McKenzie goes one-on-one in exclusive interviews with the creative team who inhabit Steven Universe.
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Welcome to the Dynasty Rankings Podcast powered by DynastyRankings.com Join host Nate Liss, a seasoned dynasty fantasy football analyst, & co-host Alexander MacKenzie each week as they hunt for player value in the numbers. Get ready to dive into an energetic dynasty experience where the data calls the shots, leading you to league-winning player analysis. Join us for actionable trade discussions, cutting-edge player projections, & outside-the-box advanced data use. We know your time is valuab ...
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The show where we talk about what America won't stop talking about. Hosted every week by Jason Flowers and Pat O'Brien, America Won't Shut Up takes an in-depth look into the latest trend that is sweeping the nation to determine whether the fever surrounding it is here to stay.
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BVS Film Productions Final Cuts Podcast & Vodcast Latest Trends and Techniques In Video Marketing
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Looking to stay ahead of the game in video marketing? Tune in to our podcast for the latest trends and techniques. Our show features industry-leading business leaders sharing firsthand experiences of using video marketing to drive business growth and share unique stories. Whether you're a pro or just starting, our podcast offers invaluable insights from BVS Film Productions experts. info@bvsiflmproductions.com or call us at 440-653-9911 for more! #VideoMarketing #BusinessGrowth #BVSFilmProdu ...
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The Human Capital Crisis in State and Local Public Finance, with Heidi Voorhees
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State and local governments are struggling to hire public finance professionals. Is this due to a shortage of qualified individuals, or something else? We talk with Heidi Voorhees, co-founder of GovHR USA and GovTempsUSA about recruiting strategies and how government agencies can incentivize professionals - from recent college grads to those workin…
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From small municipalities to large urban centers, how do we define "politics" in local government budgeting? How do elected officials and finance professionals build trust and credibility with the public? And what does politics mean as we "reinvent" local budgeting. Join us for a master class on these and other questions in our third and final inte…
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The Nicolas Cage Episode (with Zach Schonfeld)
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Zach Schonfeld is a freelance writer, journalist, and critic. He wrote a book titled How Coppola Became Cage and is on the pod to talk about the astrology and works of the one and only Nicolas Cage. Zach is a Libra Sun // Pisces Moon // Scorpio Rising. What We Talked About: Truly Batshit: The Secret History of ‘Vampire’s Kiss,’ the Craziest Nicolas…
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You may recall the name ‘Esther Rockett’ from episode 2, season 3 of this podcast, which was all about Universal Medicine – Serge Benhayon’s esoteric healing cult in the Northern Rivers region of NSW. Esther has been blogging about the more alarming elements of Serge’s ‘modalities’ since 2012, and he sued her for defamation in 2015. The case went t…
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Leveraging Federal Money, with Kevin Bain
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How has Detroit turned around their finances to receive a major credit upgrade? What challenges still linger, especially when it comes to using federal money and tax credits effectively to invest in the community? Learn the answers to these questions and more in our second installment of interviews from the 2024 GFOA conference, where we spoke with…
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Investing in the Prairie State, with Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs
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Our state treasurer series continues with Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs. We discuss responsible financial stewardship; the state of ESG; Illinois' investment strategies; and hear about some unique and fascinating unclaimed property stories! In Ripped from the Headlines, we discuss the effects of out-migration on Illinois' economy and the chal…
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The Moving Parts of California's Budget, with Jennifer Johnston
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Housing affordability, the boom-and-bust cycle of the tech industry, and fiscal policymaking at the ballot box. How does a credit analyst view California's unique state and local public finance? Join us as we sit down with Jennifer Johnston, Senior Vice President and Director of Municipal Bond Research at Franklin Templeton to hear her perspective.…
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In our season 3 premiere, we caught up with speakers from the panel on "Rethinking Financial Reporting" at the 2024 GFOA Conference in Orlando. We dive into themes from the panel like technology in finance, the future of financial reporting, and careers in government finance with our guests, David Guo, Regents Distinguished Professor of Public Fina…
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Cult Information and Family Support with Tore Klevjer
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Tore Klevjer has been involved with the volunteer charity organisation Cult Information and Family Support (CIFS) since its very formation almost three decades ago, in 1996. Avid listeners of this podcast will know that the end of every episode mentions CIFS. We’re lucky in Australia to have this incredibly dedicated group of volunteers who support…
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Overcoming Procrastination and ADHD with Paty Johnston | CommTALK Podcast Episode
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Welcome to another inspiring episode of the BVS Film Productions CommTALK podcast! Today, we have a special guest, Paty Johnston, a renowned procrastination and ADHD life coach. In this episode, Paty shares her personal journey from being a chronic procrastinator to becoming the founder of "How to Stop Procrastinating in 30 Days." Highlights: Paty'…
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Episode 35 - From Reluctant to Revolutionary: How John Glaneman Transformed with Dale Carnegie | CommTALK
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Host: Dan Portik, President of BVS Film Productions and Premiere Podcast Productions Guest: John Glaneman, Dale Carnegie Trainer & Managing Director for Northeast Ohio 🎙️ Episode Overview:Welcome to this enlightening episode of CommTALK, where Dan Portik sits down with John Glennon, an esteemed Dale Carnegie trainer. John shares his inspiring journ…
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Escaping Twin Flames with Cecilia Peck & Inbal B. Lessner
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Cecilia Peck and Inbal B. Lessner are the director/producer/editor team behind the award-winning Escaping Twin Flames, a three-part documentary series for Netflix about Twin Flames Universe – a cult you may remember from season 5. This powerhouse duo has turned their talents to investigating high-control groups over their last couple of projects, w…
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Financial Leadership in the Golden State, with California Treasurer Fiona Ma
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We wrap up Season 2 with California Treasurer Fiona Ma. We cover California’s deficit; the challenge and opportunity of ESG investing; why housing affordability is California's number one policy challenge; how she advocates for Calfornia's agriculture; why she's a card carrying SAG member; and how Kristi Yamaguchi helped her save San Francisco's Co…
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Leonard Cohen, Judee Sill, and Beethoven (with Maia Friedman of Coco)
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Maia Friedman is a multi-instrumentalist and musician who plays in Coco, the Dirty Projectors, and releases solo music. Maia is a Scorpio Sun // Libra Moon // Aquarius Rising. Today we chat about the music and astrology of Leonard Cohen, Judee Sill, and Ludwig van Beethoven. What We Talked About: Coco - 2 (Album) // Coco - Self-titled (Album) // Co…
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As we wrap up season 2, we look back at some of the themes that dominated the season. These key themes include state revenue challenges, the emergence of AI in public finance, cybersecurity, the impact of e-sports on public finance, the economies of "industry" cities, and how municipalities are thinking about building back better.…
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Episode 34 -Interview with Dominic George - Navigating the Home Buying Maze in a Wild Market!
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🔑 Are you struggling to navigate the current craziness of the housing market? Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or thinking about moving up, you've likely faced the daunting realities of today's real estate conditions. High interest rates, low inventory, and the daunting process of securing a mortgage can make the dream of owning a home feel ou…
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Interview Episode: LGATs with John Hunter PhD
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For his 2017 PhD, John Hunter put forward a hypothesis that offers insights into both the “transformational” experiences associated with large group awareness training (LGAT) participation and the common claims of psychological harm and problematic behaviour associated with participation. Dr Hunter presented his work at the 2023 International Culti…
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We talk to Zach Mohr, Professor at the University of Kansas, about all things elections (not campaign!) finance. He unpacks the many types election administration costs; why states are banning private investment in elections administration; how elections administration competes with other core state/local services; and why, given all these challeng…
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Episode 33 - Featuring Eriksen Dickens of Platinum Peak Video Productions
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Episode Summary:In this captivating episode of Final Cuts, brought to you by BVS Film Productions, we dive into the world of documentary filmmaking with Erickson Dickens, the innovative owner of Platinum Peak Video Productions. Discover the journey from passion to profession, the intricate process of documentary creation, and the evolving landscape…
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Leading for Local Resilience, with Genesis Gavino
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We welcome Genesis Gavino, Chief of Staff and Resilience Officer for the City of Dallas, TX. She explains why resilience is an environmental, financial, and equity issue; the challenges of climate adaptation for a "Blue City in a Red State"; why Dallas has prioritized climate adaptation; how the city measures progress and holds itself accountable f…
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Episode 32 - Zach Carlin's Odyssey: From Fight Rings to Entrepreneurial Wins
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Welcome to another episode of Final Cuts, brought to you by BVS Film Productions. In this episode, we delve into the compelling journey of Zach Carlin, the dynamic founder of Summit Chasers Network, LLC, and VP of Development at WinChoice USA Corporate. From his early days as a hopeful NHL aspirant in Canada to his radical shift into the world of M…
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Changes, Constants, and Cycles in California Budgeting, with Gabe Petek
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We converse on California's state budget with Gabe Petek, Legislative Analyst for the State of California. He explains California's dueling state budget deficit figures; why the current revenue shortfall is different than the 2008 recession; how much of California's budget woes are "structural" vs. "cyclical"; how he and Governor Newsom propose to …
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A little update from Sarah about what to expect with Let's Talk About Sects now that we're winding up the sixth season of the show. Don't worry, we're not going anywhere! But there are a few small changes to make sure that this project remains sustainable. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/ltaspod https://www.ltaspod.com/supporters Subscrib…
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The Cost of Administrative Burden, with Don Moynihan
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Professor Don Moynihan from Georgetown University's McCourt School of Public Policy shares his views on "administrative burden." He tells us how he defines administrative burden and why it's important for state and local public money, the opportunities and trade offs involved in reducing administrative burden, and what the pandemic taught us about …
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Final Cuts Podcast: Magical Connections: The Art and Soul of Magic with Richard McClendon
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Welcome to the enchanting episode of Final Cuts brought to you by BVS Film Productions, where the magic of storytelling meets the art of visual enchantment. Today, we had the pleasure of diving into the mystical world of magic with our extraordinary guest, Richard McClendon from RW Magic. A remarkable journey from LinkedIn connections to a magical …
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The Retreat: a Divine Madness Update
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In the last episode of season 5, we looked into a Boulder, Colorado community then known as Divine Madness and led by Marc Tizer, usually referred to as 'Yo'. Its members were recognised for some amazing results in ultramarathons. At the time of researching that episode, updates about the current status of the group were hard to come by. Deru Youma…
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The Advent of AI in Auditing, with Casey Kopcho
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We talk to Casey Kopcho, principal auditor in the Oregon Secretary of State's office. He shares his thoughts on the risks, opportunities and outlook for artificial intelligence in state government, with emphasis on AI and election integrity, how we might regulate AI; and why Furbees are the original AI, among many other topics. In Ripped from the H…
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CommTALK Special Edition Stories | Inventing Success: The Peter Cimoroni Success Story
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Welcome back to CommTALK, where today's episode, "Inventing Success: The Peter Cimoroni Success Story" unfolds a riveting narrative of innovation, resilience, and triumph in the world of entrepreneurship. Our special guest, Peter Cimoroni, shares the rollercoaster journey of bringing groundbreaking ideas to life, overcoming adversity, and the relen…
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CommTALK Series 3 - Episode 3 of 3 - Interview with Frank Favaro Elevating Customer Service Excellence
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Welcome to another episode of CommTALK presented by BVS Film Productions a Final Cuts podcast. In this special monthly feature final, we're excited to host Frank Favaro, a renowned customer service guru, who shares his invaluable insights on how to enhance your customer service and truly stand out in the competitive landscape. Episode Highlights: F…
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Banking on Bond Banks, with Michael Gaughan
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We talk to Michael Gaughan, Executive Director of Vermont Bond Bank (and rumored long-time Public Money Pod fan). He tells us why bond banks are well-equipped to meet the unique capital markets challenges of small and rural communities, how the Bank is focused on climate adaptation investments, and how they are leveraging federal dollars from the I…
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CommTALK Series 3 - Episode 2 of 3 - Interview with Frank Favaro, Customer Service Expert
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Welcome back to the next episode of CommTALK, where we dive deep into the world of business communications with insights from experts in the field. In this 2nd episode in this series, we're thrilled to have Frank Favaro, a renowned customer service expert and owner of Serve-centric coaching, join us to discuss the crucial topic of measuring success…
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Interview Episode: The Troubled Teen Industry with Emma Lehman
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Journalist Emma Lehman is the creator of the independent podcast Gooned, which dives into the Troubled Teen Industry or TTI – a network of for-profit congregate care facilities for youth ranging from wilderness programs to therapeutic boarding schools. In the podcast, Emma interviews survivors, parents, staff members, experts and activists. Across …
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CommTALK Series 3 - Episode 1 of 3 - Interview with Frank Favaro, Customer Service Expert
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Welcome to another episode of Final Cuts, and thank you for joining us on our special series, CommTALK. In this episode, your host, Dan Portik, delves into the world of exceptional customer service with a very special guest, Frank Favaro. Frank is not only the founder of ServeCentric, a company at the forefront of customer service innovation, but a…
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Harry Palmer created Avatar after his presidency of the Church of Scientology's Elmira Mission ended in the mid-1980s, as a result of legal proceedings around trademark infringement. Avatar says that it aims to create an 'enlightened planetary consciousness' or EPC through its courses, which are expensive and numerous. Former students say they have…
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Public Money and Opportunity Zones, with Matt Wachter and Drew Whiting
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We visit with Matt Wachter and Drew Whiting, co-founder and current Executive Director, respectively, of the Erie (PA) Downtown Development Corporation. They share Erie's experience with Opportunity Zones (OZs), including a remarkably fast launch; building community around OZs; the challenge of sustaining progress; what OZs mean for local public fi…
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Accounting for Public Assets, with Dag Detter
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We talk to Dag Detter, author of The Public Wealth of Cities and advisor to governments around the world. We consider how state/local governments account for long-term assets, why he thinks current accounting rules are not up to the task, and his vision to fix it. He also lays out his argument for public wealth funds in the United States. In Ripped…
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Financial Leadership from the GFOA, with Laura Allen
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We welcome Laura Allen, budget analyst with the Maryland Department of Budget and Management AND current President of the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA). We discuss GFOA's priorities for the year, with special emphasis on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in public finance; GFOA's research agenda; and why public money is a great care…
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Wrapping Up with Dan and Denny: The Post-Show Follow-Up
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Introduction: Welcome to the final episode of CommTALK with your host, Dan Portik and guest Denny Pavan. Dan wraps up the miniseries with a focus on post-show follow-up, crucial for anyone involved in event planning and execution. Key Discussion Points: Recap of the Journey: Denny revisits the topics covered in previous episodes, including pre-show…
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Thomas Parsons joined the Twelve Tribes community in Hiddenite, North Carolina in April 2019, and left in November 2021. With Hiddenite being the unofficial headquarters of the organisation, he had direct contact with a number of senior leaders of the Tribes. Following last week’s live episode release, this conversation with Thomas provides an inte…
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Optimizing Innovation, with Kansas Treasurer Steven Johnson
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We continue our state treasurer series with Kansas Treasurer Steven Johnson. We discuss his office's role in distributing federal funding; his take on the Kansas "Income Tax Experiment"; the state’s philosophy on ESG investing, why Modern Portfolio Theory is alive and well in the Sunflower State; and adventures in unclaimed property. In Ripped from…
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Woodford Folk Festival Live Show: The Twelve Tribes
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This episode was recorded live at Woodford Folk Festival on 1 January 2024. Many people in the audience would have come across the Twelve Tribes previously at that very festival, as they used to build a big Common Ground cafe by the lake where tens of thousands of festival-goers ate and drank over the years. Numerous wonderful people have devoted t…
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