Best Catalyst Conference Podcasts (2025)

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2025 NHL Conference Finals Breakdown: Picks, Passion & Predictions 31:20

8d ago31:20

31:20

This lively roundtable features hockey fans Mike, Constantine, and Jacqueline as they break down the 2025 NHL Conference Finals. From unexpected losses to bold predictions and favorite hockey movies, their passionate insights and friendly banter bring energy to every play and player discussed. 🗣️ Key Quotes "Sales is a thinking process. Business is…

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Energy and the ‘big beautiful bill’ | live from day 2 of the ACORE Finance Forum in New York 1:14:44

2d ago1:14:44

1:14:44

As the US races against China to develop the most advanced capabilities in AI, energy is critical. In this second episode from the ACORE finance forum, we speak to experts about how US energy policy, and in particular the reconciliation bill now being debated in Congress, might affect that race. Host Ed Crooks and regular guest Amy Myers Jaffe talk…

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2025 Stanley Cup Finals - Constantine, Jacquelyn, Mike 32:17

1h ago32:17

32:17

Jacquelyn: “It honestly looked like a high school or college team was playing a professional team.” Constantine: “Passion. Commitment. Tenacity. These guys live and breathe this shit.” The crew recaps Round 2 of the Stanley Cup playoffs, confessing their inaccurate picks and celebrating Constantine's 50% accuracy. With deep hockey insight and hilar…

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2025 Stanley Cup Finals - Constantine, Jacquelyn, Mike 32:17

2h ago32:17

32:17

Jacquelyn: “It honestly looked like a high school or college team was playing a professional team.” Constantine: “Passion. Commitment. Tenacity. These guys live and breathe this shit.” The crew recaps Round 2 of the Stanley Cup playoffs, confessing their inaccurate picks and celebrating Constantine's 50% accuracy. With deep hockey insight and hilar…

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Clean energy finance in uncertain times – live from the ACORE Finance Forum in New York 59:00

3d ago59:00

59:00

The Energy Gang are at The American Council on Renewable Energy (ACORE) Finance Forum in New York City, which brings together industry leaders, investors, and bankers to discuss the hottest issues in clean energy. Host Ed Crooks and regular guest Amy Myers Jaffe talk to ACORE Chief Executive and President Ray Long about the uncertainty hanging over…

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Advocacy is for Everyone (with Landon Phillips) 55:56

3d ago55:56

55:56

On this month’s ALL Together episode, hosts Liz Macdonald and Michael Soto sit down with Landon Phillips. Landon shares his journey of coming out, transitioning, and stepping into the world of LGBTQ+ advocacy. From focusing on faith-based spaces to working with Equality Arizona, Landon has used his voice as a trans person to foster change at both l…

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God's Promise to His LGBTQ+ Children (with Charlie & Ben) 46:39

7d ago46:39

46:39

In this week’s OPEN Up episode, Ben and Charlie discuss the concept of deliverance, drawing parallels between the ancient Israelites and the LGBTQ+ community. They explore how the Spirit can push us to act, even when the path is difficult, scary or uncertain. They also acknowledge the trailblazers who helped pave the way for our deliverance and how…

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2025 NHL Conference Finals Breakdown: Picks, Passion & Predictions 31:20

7d ago31:20

31:20

This lively roundtable features hockey fans Mike, Constantine, and Jacqueline as they break down the 2025 NHL Conference Finals. From unexpected losses to bold predictions and favorite hockey movies, their passionate insights and friendly banter bring energy to every play and player discussed. 🗣️ Key Quotes "Sales is a thinking process. Business is…

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It’s looking bleak for clean energy in the US as Congress threatens to shred the Inflation Reduction Act 1:15:13

19d ago1:15:13

1:15:13

Legislation with massive implications for clean energy in the US has been making progress in Congress. The Republican party’s “big beautiful bill”, introducing sweeping changes to taxes and government spending, would phase out most of the tax credits for low-carbon energy that were created, expanded or extended in the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) …

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Building Zion as LGBTQ+ Saints and Allies (with Patrick Mason) 1:02:08

14d ago1:02:08

1:02:08

What does it take to build Zion? This week on IN the Scriptures, Clare Dalton sits down with Patrick Mason, professor of religious studies and history at Utah State University, to discuss Doctrine & Covenants 51-70. These sections follow the early Saints as they moved to Missouri to establish Zion. Clare and Patrick explore what Zion really means a…

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Can we add dozens of giant new data centers to the electricity grid? New research says yes – if we embrace load flexibility. 1:02:57

26d ago1:02:57

1:02:57

It’s the most talked-about academic paper this year in the world of energy. Rethinking Load Growth, co-authored by Tyler Norris of Duke University has caused a stir in energy circles because it offers a new perspective on the hottest issue of the moment: how to provide power for new data centers and other large consumers. With new sources of electr…

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A Gay Brazilian's Take on Rainbows, Raindrops, and Divine Identity (with Icaro Paraguassú) 1:08:31

21d ago1:08:31

1:08:31

OUT and About: Iese Wilson sits down with Icaro Paraguassú, who shares his experiences as a gay Latter-Day Saint from Brazil. They discuss faith, identity, diversity, and the need for resources that reach every language and culture. Icaro reflects on the rainbow as both a symbol of LGBTQ+ pride and a covenant with God, and how we each reflect the l…

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Round Two - Stanley Cup Playoffs - Predictions and Reflections 39:36

25d ago39:36

39:36

This episode features a lively, hockey-fueled roundtable with Jacquelyn Nicholson, Constantine Johns, and host Mike Simmons. The trio dives into the second round of the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs, sharing personal stories, team loyalties, spirited banter, and insightful predictions—all through the lens of sports as a catalyst for connection, memory,…

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Round Two - Stanley Cup Playoffs - Predictions and Reflections 39:36

25d ago39:36

39:36

This episode features a lively, hockey-fueled roundtable with Jacquelyn Nicholson, Constantine Johns, and host Mike Simmons. The trio dives into the second round of the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs, sharing personal stories, team loyalties, spirited banter, and insightful predictions—all through the lens of sports as a catalyst for connection, memory,…

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The Accidental CISO - Anonymous Accounts and Security 46:04

27d ago46:04

46:04

The Accidental CISO (AC) is an anonymous voice in cybersecurity who stumbled into the Chief Information Security Officer role through a mix of timing, skill, and necessity. With a background in IT operations and service delivery, AC found unexpected purpose, community, and a platform for candid reflection on security, leadership, and personal growt…

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The Accidental CISO - Anonymous Accounts and Security 46:04

27d ago46:04

46:04

The Accidental CISO (AC) is an anonymous voice in cybersecurity who stumbled into the Chief Information Security Officer role through a mix of timing, skill, and necessity. With a background in IT operations and service delivery, AC found unexpected purpose, community, and a platform for candid reflection on security, leadership, and personal growt…

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How Two Parents Built What They Were Praying to Find (with Sara & Bryce Cook) 52:41

28d ago52:41

52:41

In this heartfelt episode of ALL Together, Liz Macdonald and Michael Soto sit down with Bryce and Sara Cook, parents of two gay sons and founding members of ALL (Arizona LDS LGBT). After their sons came out, Bryce and Sara felt called to speak up, build bridges, and foster community. They hosted support groups in their home and organized an annual …

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An energy podcast crossover: Energy Gang and Interchange Recharged join forces to discuss flexibility on the power grid: why it is so important, and how to create it 39:29

1M ago39:29

39:29

They called the film Avengers: Infinity War the most ambitious crossover event in history. We can’t quite make the same claim, but at Wood Mackenzie’s 2025 Solar and Energy Storage Summit, we did record a crossover episode. Ed Crooks, host of Energy Gang, is joined by Sylvia Leyva Martinez, Wood Mackenz’s principal analyst for solar power and host …

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Ben Reflects on Being Denied a Temple Recommend (with Ben & Charlie) 48:06

1M ago48:06

48:06

This month on OPEN Up, Ben shares a deeply personal story about navigating the reactions of his local Church leadership after he performed a same-sex wedding. Ben and Charlie discuss the scrutiny that LGBTQ+ Latter-Day Saints often face and how others Church members can help them feel seen.By All Out in the Open, Questions from the Closet

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Inside the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs: Predictions, Picks, and Passion for Hockey Fans 29:07

1M ago29:07

29:07

"It is playoff hockey time—the best time of year." "If you're not a hockey fan, become one during the playoffs; the intensity is absolutely amazing." "Find a player, find a team, find a story—and enjoy your playoff hockey journey." Mike and Jacqueline break down the opening round of the 2025 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs. They compare their brackets, sh…

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Inside the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs: Predictions, Picks, and Passion for Hockey Fans 29:07

1M ago29:07

29:07

"It is playoff hockey time—the best time of year." "If you're not a hockey fan, become one during the playoffs; the intensity is absolutely amazing." "Find a player, find a team, find a story—and enjoy your playoff hockey journey." Mike and Jacqueline break down the opening round of the 2025 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs. They compare their brackets, sh…

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What do the tariff wars mean for low-carbon energy? | Recorded live at Wood Mackenzie’s Solar & Energy Storage Summit 30:13

1M ago30:13

30:13

“With great uncertainty comes great opportunity”, says Abby Ross Hopper, president and CEO of the Solar Energy Industries Association, in this special episode of the Energy Gang, recorded live at Wood Mackenzie’s Solar & Energy Storage Summit. Is she right? And what are those opportunities? To find out, host Ed Crooks welcomed Abby and Shyam Sriniv…

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How Gather Conference is Changing Lives (with Emilee Cutler & Spencer David Smith) 45:25

1M ago45:25

45:25

In this special episode of THE Exclusive, Ben Schilaty is joined by Emilee Cutler and Spencer David Smith to talk about the upcoming Gather Conference, taking place this June in Provo, Utah. Now in its third year, the conference creates a Christ-centered space where LGBTQ+ individuals and those who love them can connect, learn, and feel seen. Emile…

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Seeing Beyond the Stereotype (with Sean Nicholes) 1:12:11

2M ago1:12:11

1:12:11

This month on IN the Scriptures, Clare Dalton and Sean Nicholes—a gay Latter-day Saint, psychiatry resident, and member of the U.S. Air Force—explore Doctrine & Covenants 41-50. In these sections, the early Saints were dealing with rumors both inside and outside the Church. Clare and Sean discuss how these stories help us learn to challenge stereot…

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Keeping cleantech investment alive | With technological, economic and policy challenges mounting, how can we keep energy innovation on track? 53:10

2M ago53:10

53:10

These are hard times for investment in low-carbon energy. The lack of progress in international climate negotiations, threats to policy support, and an increased awareness of the challenges of decarbonization, have created some strong headwinds. Everyone agrees that more breakthroughs in innovative emissions-reducing technologies are essential for …

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Experience and Expertise - Matter in the Hiring and Fractional World 22:38

2M ago22:38

22:38

Mike Simmons is a leadership and operations expert who helps organizations drive growth through clarity and execution. He leads initiatives through Find My Catalyst, offering services in leadership, revenue, and operations. Tim Dyck brings deep experience in recruitment and people strategies. He is the founder of Best Culture Solutions, helping com…

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Experience and Expertise - Matter in the Hiring and Fractional World 22:38

2M ago22:38

22:38

Mike Simmons is a leadership and operations expert who helps organizations drive growth through clarity and execution. He leads initiatives through Find My Catalyst, offering services in leadership, revenue, and operations. Tim Dyck brings deep experience in recruitment and people strategies. He is the founder of Best Culture Solutions, helping com…

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Merging Mexican Tradition with the Restored Gospel (with Liv Mendoza Haynes) 1:02:38

2M ago1:02:38

1:02:38

In this month’s episode of OUT and About, Iese Wilson sits down with Liv Mendoza Haynes, a queer, Mexican Latter-Day Saint. Liv shares how her unique intersection of identities shapes her spiritual journey. Liv reflects on joining the Church and serving a full-time mission in Mexico—and the complex emotions of teaching people from her own cultural …

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How can the power industry meet the challenge of rising demand? | In a special live episode recorded at the American Clean Power association, we discuss how to meet America’s growing need for electricity ... 41:11

2M ago41:11

41:11

If President Trump’s tariff strategy succeeds in sparking a revival in US manufacturing, one consequence will be surging demand for power. We are already seeing electricity demand starting to pick up after 15 years of stagnation, driven by new data centers for AI and a wave of factory-building for semiconductors and batteries that is already under …

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How to Love Your Neighbor (with Malissa Larson) 49:37

2M ago49:37

49:37

This week’s ALL Together guest Malissa Larson knows firsthand the power of community. A former homeless youth and first-generation college graduate, she worked her way through school and now serves as a Neighborhood Specialist for the City of Phoenix, helping to connect and uplift communities. In the episode, Malissa discuses with Liz Macdonald and…

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Is the US being left behind in the race to develop new clean energy technologies? BYD is selling EVs that can charge in five minutes | China is streaking ahead of the US in the energy transition race 58:08

2M ago58:08

58:08

The Chinese car company BYD, the world’s top-selling manufacturer of electric vehicles, is launching two models that can charge in five minutes; about the time it takes to fill a tank with gasoline. It’s news that looks like a landmark moment in the energy transition, the way that the release of the DeepSeek model was for AI. It’s another eye-openi…

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We Need Allies More Than Ever (with Charlie & Ben) 49:09

2M ago49:09

49:09

OPEN Up: Charlie Bird and Ben Schilaty tackle the overwhelming noise surrounding LGBTQ+ topics in the Church and society, sharing personal stories of feeling excluded, politicized or dehumanized. Those experiences can bring a lot of loneliness but also a deeper, more complex faith. Loving God and loving our neighbor go hand in hand—Ben and Charlie …

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What Would Past Me Think of Current Me? (with Ady & Cora Johnson) 1:02:13

3M ago1:02:13

1:02:13

This week on IN the Scriptures, Clare Dalton sits down with Ady and Cora Johnson—returned missionaries, newlyweds, adventurers and active members of the Church. They dive into Doctrine and Covenants 29-40, exploring how God asks us to leave parts of our old selves behind. As we change, we may grieve the life we thought we’d live, but there is also …

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What does financial market turmoil mean for low-carbon energy? 1:13:44

3M ago1:13:44

1:13:44

Investors have gone sour on clean energy. In a troubled time for stock markets in general, where is the capital for energy flowing now? Host Ed Crooks is joined by Shanu Mathew, Senior VP and Portfolio Manager at Lazard Asset Management, and Amy Myers Jaffe, Director of the Energy, Climate Justice, and Sustainability Lab at NYU. Shanu returns to th…

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The Perception Formula: How to Build Trust and Influence with Shira Abel 44:11

3M ago44:11

44:11

Shira Abel is a marketing and sales expert with over 25 years of experience, having built a seven-figure agency specializing in account-based marketing (ABM). She is the creator of the Perception Formula, a framework that helps people understand trust, communication, and decision-making in business and relationships. Shira’s expertise spans startup…

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The Perception Formula: How to Build Trust and Influence with Shira Abel 44:11

3M ago44:11

44:11

Shira Abel is a marketing and sales expert with over 25 years of experience, having built a seven-figure agency specializing in account-based marketing (ABM). She is the creator of the Perception Formula, a framework that helps people understand trust, communication, and decision-making in business and relationships. Shira’s expertise spans startup…

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Finding Belonging as a Gay Samoan (with Wallace Pelesasa) 1:02:10

3M ago1:02:10

1:02:10

In this episode of OUT and About, Iese Wilson interviews Wallace Pelesasa—a fellow Samoan and gay Latter-Day Saint. Growing up in a large family, Wallace attended church mainly to appease his father. His testimony didn’t truly ignite until his military service, where he met people whose faith inspired him. As he built a relationship with God, Walla…

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Ally Nights: Creating Community in Your Own Home (with Jen Dille & Clare Dalton) 55:51

3M ago55:51

55:51

This week on ALL Together, Liz Macdonald and Michael Soto sit down with Clare Dalton, host of IN the Scriptures and curator of the Gatherings curriculum, and Jen Dille, project manager at the Center for Action and Contemplation. Together Jen and Clare started monthly Ally Nights—safe spaces for learning, connection and support for LGBTQ+ individual…

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Flexible, fast-responding and reliable – the growth of energy storage seems unstoppable. What could possibly go wrong? 57:00

3M ago57:00

57:00

Charge when it’s cheap, when energy is abundant, and discharge when the energy is needed. The role of energy storage will be critical to the transition to low-carbon technologies. It’s an exciting time in the industry, with spectacular growth in battery storage markets in the US and around the world, and it’s predicted to continue. “We’re in the ho…

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Why Your Hiring & Onboarding Process is Broken – Christina Brady on Fixing It 38:50

3M ago38:50

38:50

Christina Brady is a sales leader, entrepreneur, and the CEO of Luster.ai, a company dedicated to measuring and improving sales proficiency through AI. With 18 years of experience in sales, she is passionate about fixing broken hiring and onboarding processes and enabling professionals to succeed. Christina is also the Chicago Chapter Head of Pavil…

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Why Your Hiring & Onboarding Process is Broken – Christina Brady on Fixing It 38:50

3M ago38:50

38:50

Christina Brady is a sales leader, entrepreneur, and the CEO of Luster.ai, a company dedicated to measuring and improving sales proficiency through AI. With 18 years of experience in sales, she is passionate about fixing broken hiring and onboarding processes and enabling professionals to succeed. Christina is also the Chicago Chapter Head of Pavil…

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Mindset, Resilience, and the Power of Small Steps with Jordan Benjamin 38:49

3M ago38:49

38:49

Jordan Benjamin is a mindset and sales expert passionate about helping people unlock their full potential. With a background in sales leadership and coaching, Jordan shares insights on resilience, professional growth, and the power of mindset. He emphasizes the importance of taking action, embracing failure, and building a strong network for succes…

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Mindset, Resilience, and the Power of Small Steps with Jordan Benjamin 38:49

3M ago38:49

38:49

Jordan Benjamin is a mindset and sales expert passionate about helping people unlock their full potential. With a background in sales leadership and coaching, Jordan shares insights on resilience, professional growth, and the power of mindset. He emphasizes the importance of taking action, embracing failure, and building a strong network for succes…

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Remembering Ben's Mom - Grief in Real Time (with Ben & Charlie) 49:06

3M ago49:06

49:06

In this week’s OPEN Up episode, Ben Schilaty shares his experiences with grief after recently losing his mother to her long battle with Alzheimer’s disease. He reflects on the incredible life she lived, the challenges she overcame, and the profound impact she had on those who loved her. Ben also reveals what has been helpful in the mourning process…

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Leading Up, Across & Down: Mastering Leadership at Every Level - and How to Work with Mike Simmons 18:33

3M ago18:33

18:33

In this episode, host Mike Simmons dives into the complexities of leadership—how to lead up to difficult leaders, work effectively across teams, and lead teams with clarity and purpose. Mike shares personal experiences, leadership philosophies, and actionable strategies to help listeners navigate leadership challenges at all levels. Key Quotes: "Le…

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Leading Up, Across & Down: Mastering Leadership at Every Level - and How to Work with Mike Simmons 18:33

3M ago18:33

18:33

In this episode, host Mike Simmons dives into the complexities of leadership—how to lead up to difficult leaders, work effectively across teams, and lead teams with clarity and purpose. Mike shares personal experiences, leadership philosophies, and actionable strategies to help listeners navigate leadership challenges at all levels. Key Quotes: "Le…

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Podcasting, Creating Magic, and Building What's Next with Jody Maberry - 436 51:41

4M ago51:41

51:41

Jody Maberry is a seasoned podcaster, content creator, and business strategist known for his work with high-profile executives like Lee Cockerell. He has helped launch and grow numerous podcasts, build impactful courses, and guide senior executives in shaping their post-corporate careers. In this episode, Jody shares insights into podcasting, conte…

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Podcasting, Creating Magic, and Building What's Next with Jody Maberry - 436 51:41

4M ago51:41

51:41

Jody Maberry is a seasoned podcaster, content creator, and business strategist known for his work with high-profile executives like Lee Cockerell. He has helped launch and grow numerous podcasts, build impactful courses, and guide senior executives in shaping their post-corporate careers. In this episode, Jody shares insights into podcasting, conte…

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What do President Trump’s tariffs mean for energy? | The view from Washington and Canada 1:00:12

4M ago1:00:12

1:00:12

In 2018, President Donald Trump said “I’m a tariff man”, declaring they were the way to make America rich again. Six years on and just weeks into his second term, he is putting that philosophy into practice. President Trump has announced a barrage of new and increased tariffs on imports into the US, including a 10% levy on all goods from China. He …

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Why More Companies Are Using Fractional Executives (And Should You?) - 435 23:11

4M ago23:11

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Tim Dyck is an expert in HR and recruiting, specializing in fractional leadership—a growing approach that helps organizations get high-level expertise without committing to full-time hires. As the founder of Best Culture Solutions, Tim provides fractional HR services to help businesses build strong teams efficiently. Mike Simmons, host of Find Your…

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