Step into the world of indoor cannabis cultivation with the Grodan GroShow Podcast, your reliable source of rootzone management. Join host Riley Jones as he explores cutting-edge stone wool growing techniques and industry insights with experts and growing legends from across the globe. Whether you're a seasoned grower or just starting out, the GroShow is your go-to podcast for growing quality cannabis at any scale, batch after batch.
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Climate action on your doorstep. Dr Jen Roberts, Prof Matt Hannon and Dr Fraser Stewart are your trusted guides to smart local energy and a zero carbon future. Find us at www.localzeropod.com
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The Climate-Smart Farming Show is the companion podcast to the book, A Farmer’s Guide to Climate Disruption by Rebekah L. Fraser. Join author and host Rebekah every other Wednesday as she discusses key concepts in resilient agriculture. This show is for you if you grow crops to feed your family, your community, or people throughout the nation, or if you’re interested in issues related to climate change.
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A Quality of Place: The Grow Smart RI Podcast explores what smart growth can mean to the Rhode Island community by chatting with planners, advocates, community leaders, and experts in the field. Each episode will try to answer the question: what does smart growth really mean? This podcast is produced by Grow Smart RI, a 501 (c) (3) non profit organization.
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Vertical Farming Podcast - Conversations with CEOs, Founders & Leaders in AgTech & CEA
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Vertical farming is a revolutionary approach to produce production leveraging controlled environment agriculture (CEA) technology and systems in innovative ways. It facilitates production of huge quantities of nutritious and quality fresh food without relying on favorable weather, high water usage, skilled labor, and high soil fertility. This ensures reliable yield and consistency in crop production year-round with climate control, and no effects of external environment factors such as disea ...
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Why do some of the world’s smartest companies fail spectacularly in India, while others quietly turn it into their fastest-growing region? Bridge to Bharath is a podcast for business leaders, strategists, and curious minds who want to understand how India really works as part of the global economy. Hosted by Siva Bala Narayanan and Manjunath, the show blends boardroom lessons, on-the-ground realities, and practical playbooks for navigating the India opportunity. Our opening six-part miniseri ...
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Heating and cooling are responsible for 50% of the EU final energy demand. Tackling this sector is essential for the EU to meet its target of being carbon neutral by 2050. Our host Susanne Tull, Senior Manager Public Affairs at Danfoss, is joined by leading specialists and visionaries across the energy sector who share their views and ideas around 5 topics ranging from digitalization to energy planning. This podcast is produced by Danfoss Heating. Danfoss Heating engineers technologies that ...
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Welcome to Growth Leap, a Stun and Awe podcast that looks into how business builders design and grow their companies for performance and impact.
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Award winning energy journalist Marty Rosenberg shares insights from electric industry experts on emerging technology and trends for powering our lives. We highlight how the electrical grid is changing faster and more dramatically than ever. Grid Talk is part of the Voices of Experience Initiative sponsored by the DOE Office of Electricity’s Advanced Grid Research division.
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In the increasingly crowded and competitive corporate and financial ecosystem, it’s harder than ever for companies to break through the clutter and be heard. The media, investors, agenda-driven influencers, even customers and competitors, are defining your business story on their terms. Therefore, it is imperative that companies take control and proactively drive the conversation with stakeholders in an effort to build & maintain equity value. In Welcome to the Arena from ICR, Co-Founder & C ...
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Have you felt it? Something is rippling through humanity at this moment. It's a stirring... a longing... a remembering. A sense that we are more capable than we’ve been led to believe. We want to feel alive, not sedated.. but we've lost our way. We've traded a life intertwined with nature for asphalt and artificial lights. We've swapped natural movement for a sedentary existence. We've given up food from the earth in favor of food from the factory. We've sacrificed our traditional skillsets ...
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174: The Hidden Power of Steam in Indoor Farming
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45:41Are you struggling to maintain soil health and reduce costs in your indoor farming operation? Soil steaming technology might be the solution you've been searching for. In this episode, I speak with Hans Kristian Westrum, Chief Strategy Manager at Soil Steam, about their innovative soil steaming technology. Hans grew up on a farm in Norway and later…
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Ciaran Long, CEO, a.k.a. Brands – Dress Rehearsal: Using a 'test and repeat' strategy to adapt quickly to consumer trends
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22:52Summary: a.k.a. Brands have seen incredible success bringing their digitally native brands into the physical marketplace. A big part of that success comes from their 'test and repeat' retail strategy, which allows them to gauge and adapt to consumer trends extremely quickly. Ciaran Long has been serving as the CEO of a.k.a brands for more than two …
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Steve Kislow, CEO, Firebirds Wood Fired Grill – Controlled Burn: Achieving consistent growth in the restaurant sector without sacrificing quality
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27:59Summary: There are a lot of different brands fighting for market share in the "polished" segment of the restaurant industry. To stand out, you need to offer great food, at great value, in a great atmosphere. But above all, you need to make sure you have the right people at your side. And if anyone knows the value of people, it's Steve Kislow, the C…
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Bridge to Bharath: When Smart Money Makes Dumb Mistakes in India
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11:08Why do some of the world’s smartest companies fail in India while others thrive? In this kickoff episode of Bridge to Bharath, hosts Siva Bala Narayanan and Manjunath explore the paradox of India entry through real stories: a German manufacturer’s €2.3M failure versus Schibsted, Micron, and HubSpot’s rapid success. We introduce the six-part miniser…
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173: Unlocking Million Dollar Grants for Indoor Farmers with Andy Seckinger
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56:36Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the complexities of applying for agricultural grants? I sat down with Andy Seckinger, Sales Director at United Grants of America, to demystify the process and explore effective sales strategies for farmers and entrepreneurs. Andy's journey from a skeptical view of sales to becoming a passionate advocate for helping…
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Van dwelling versus #vanlife: the reality of life on the road
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44:10Matt and Fraser hit the road to explore the reality of "van life", going beyond the glossy image often presented on social media. To what extent is van dwelling really a choice, and how easy – or otherwise – is it to live sustainably in a vehicle? This episode is the second in our series focusing on projects funded by the Scottish Research Alliance…
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Andy Goldberg, President & CEO, PCH Media – A Winning Strategy: Leveraging data-driven insights to evolve and thrive in a shifting landscape (Re-broadcast)
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26:27It's been nearly a year since we sat down with Andy Goldberg, the CEO of PCH media, to discuss how the company has successfully navigated more than 40 years of shifts in the media industry. A lot has changed since we spoke, which in a way, makes this conversation all the more relevant. We hope you enjoy, and we'll be back with a fresh episode next …
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172: Gyroplant's Game-Changing Superstructures for CEA with Marcus Comaschi
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52:07Struggling with the complexities of indoor farming and looking for innovative solutions to streamline your operations? Join me as I explore groundbreaking ideas with Marcus Comaschi, R&D engineer at Gyroplant, who is revolutionizing the way we think about plant substrates in controlled environment agriculture. Marcus Comaschi, an R&D engineer at Gy…
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Stephanie Pugliese, President and CEO, Duluth Trading – Back to Basics: How a storied workwear brand is righting the ship with a focus on customer needs
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31:00As a workwear and outdoor apparel company, it's imperative that you stay attentive to the needs of your customer, and remain nimble enough to adapt to the demands of an ever-shifting retail landscape. Well, the folks at Duluth Trading are doing exactly that. Today we're sitting down with Stephanie Pugliese, the CEO of Duluth Trading, which trades u…
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171: Vertical Farming’s Missing Link: Integrating Greenhouse Wisdom with Wessel van Paassen of Green Simplicity
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49:17Ever wondered why some vertical farms thrive while others struggle? The answer might lie in combining traditional horticultural wisdom with cutting-edge technology. I sat down with Wessel van Paassen, Managing Director at Green Simplicity, to explore the intersection of greenhouse expertise and vertical farming innovation. Born into a family of flo…
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Michael Saylor, Executive Chairman, MicroStrategy – The Bitcoin Buy-in: Embracing a New Paradigm of Digital Capital (Re-broadcast)
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46:06As we take a brief hiatus from releasing new episodes this week, we thought it would be interesting to revisit this episode from December 2024 with Michael Saylor. Ahead of the Trump administration officially taking office, Michael explained why he thought the year ahead would be a seminal one in the history of Bitcoin. Was he correct? You be the j…
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Clean Canopy, Clean Crop: Building Better Foliar and IPM Programs with BioSafe Systems | Ep 25
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1:07:26Send us a text In Part 2 of our “Start Clean, Stay Clean” series, we shift the focus from the root zone to the canopy — and why what happens above ground often reflects the strength of your entire cultivation system. Zac Ricciardi (BioSafe Systems) returns alongside Grodan Crop Specialist Jon Jirikovec to share real-world strategies for dialing in …
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170: Cartoons, Crops, and Community: Reimagining Sustainable Farming with Smart Farms’ Mike Smart
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48:21Have you ever wondered how to combine sustainable farming, education, and entertainment into a single innovative concept? I sat down with Mike Smart, founder of Smart Farms, to discuss his unique approach to revolutionizing the food industry and educating the next generation. Mike's journey is a fascinating blend of technology, entrepreneurship, an…
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John Kiernan, President & CEO, Alico – Growing Oranges to Growing Communities: How weather and disease forced one of the nation's largest citrus producers to pivot to real estate
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25:32In their 125 years in existence, Alico had grown to become one of America's leading citrus producers. In January 2025, owing to adverse weather events and crop disease, they made the difficult decision to wind down their citrus operations and adopt a new real estate-focused business model. Today, we sit down with John Kiernan, president and CEO of …
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Start Clean, Stay Clean: Root Zone Management, Microbial Balance & Input Timing with BioSafe Systems | Ep 24
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59:39Send us a text It’s a mindset that guides this deep dive into the root zone on Episode 24 of the GroShow Podcast, as Zac Ricciardi (BioSafe Systems) and Jon Jirikovec (Grodan) join host Riley Jones to explore the underlying root zone conditions that can affect crop uniformity — and how dialing them in unlocks better data, healthier crops, and preci…
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Gerard Barron, CEO, The Metals Company – Depth Perception: Harvesting critical minerals from the ocean floor
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26:19The Trump administration has made American reindustrialization a top priority, but to do that, the US is going to need access to an abundance of metals like copper, manganese and nickel. The challenge then is to find a way to source these materials that doesn't rely on Chinese supply chains, and won't lead to serious environmental harm. Gerard Barr…
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169: The Evolution of Dubai’s Vertical Farming Show
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57:23Have you ever wondered how the vertical farming industry is evolving and what it takes to organize successful events in this space? I had the pleasure of speaking with Tahir Abdul Bari, founder and CEO of TAB Group, about his journey from traditional agriculture to organizing one of the largest vertical farming events in the Middle East. Tahir's st…
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Ken Haines, CEO, Wrench Group – Climate Control: How one firm built a national home-services powerhouse
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23:03Summary: When your A/C breaks down in the middle of summer, you want someone at your house to fix it that same day. And one firm has been able to leverage that reliability into a national home services empire. Ken Haines was appointed CEO of Wrench Group almost 10 years ago and he has since guided the company to become the second largest non-franch…
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168: Microbial Magic: Revolutionizing Agriculture from Inside Plants with LPC Naturals’ Jessica Staha
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47:03Are you struggling to find sustainable solutions for your crops in an ever-changing agricultural landscape? I sat down with Jessica Staha, CEO of LPC Naturals, to discuss the fascinating world of microbials in agriculture. With a background in molecular biology and genetics, Jessica brings a wealth of knowledge to the table, having worked in variou…
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Climate change and infrastructures of care
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56:39What does it mean to respond to climate change with care? And how might we do a better job of caring for the environment, for each other, and for ourselves? This episode is the first of a series focusing on projects funded by the Scottish Research Alliance of Energy Homes and Livelihoods (EHL). In it, Jen and Matt talk to Dr Vanicka Arora, Lecturer…
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Dialing In the Root Zone: Real-Time Irrigation Strategy with the GroSens Suite | Ep 23
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46:56Send us a text In Episode 23 of the GroShow Podcast, host Riley Jones is joined by Kaz Makarewicz (Product Owner, e-Gro) and Chad Rigby (Crop Specialist) to explore how growers are using Grodan’s all-in-one root zone monitoring system — the GroSens Suite — to improve irrigation strategy and crop steering. From setting up sensors and configuring roo…
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Michael Benstock, Chairman and CEO, Superior Group of Companies – Through Adversity with Diversity: Building recession-resilience using smart acquisitions
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24:47Investors often talk about the desire for companies to diversify. Well, you'd be hard pressed to find a firm who's done that better than the Superior Group of Companies (SGC), which operates in three distinct buckets: healthcare apparel, branded products and contact centres. Our guest today is Michael Benstock, the Chairman and CEO of SGC. Michael …
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167: Supercharging Seeds: Zayndu’s Revolutionary Cold Plasma Solution - Alberto Campanaro
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55:44Have you ever wondered how plants adapt to extreme conditions without the ability to move? I've always been fascinated by the resilience of plants, and in this conversation with Alberto Campanaro, we explore the intricate world of plant science and its applications in modern agriculture. Alberto Campanaro, Head of Science at Zayndu, brings a wealth…
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Christopher Ruddy, CEO, Newsmax – Breaking News: How an independent digital outlet grew into a global multimedia empire
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23:39Summary: At this point, most Americans will probably be familiar with the media company, Newsmax. Their political slant has garnered the company its fair share of criticism, but their growth in recent years has been undeniable. Chris Ruddy is the CEO of Newsmax Media, which trades under the symbol NMAX. Chris began his career as a journalist at the…
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Award-Winning Flower at Scale: East Coast Genetics & Precision Growing with Happy Valley | Ep 22
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1:05:25Send us a text In Episode 22 of the GroShow Podcast, host Riley Jones heads to the East Coast to sit down with Zach Wise and Tim Larson from Happy Valley — a vertically integrated cannabis company in Massachusetts known for precision, consistency, and award-winning flower. Together, they explore how Happy Valley built a high-performance cultivation…
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Julie Masino, President & CEO, Cracker Barrel – Leveraging Legacy: Fusing tradition with transformation to drive growth (Re-broadcast)
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32:06Back in January, we had on Julie Masino, the President and CEO of Cracker Barrel, who walked us through her strategy for transforming the brand, and gave great insights into general trends in the restaurant industry. Since it's summer time, and patio season is in full swing, we thought now would be a good time to revisit this gem. Summary: What doe…
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166: AI Revolution in Greenhouses: Dima Chernobilsky & GrowDirector’s Game-Changing Tech
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48:55Are you struggling to optimize your greenhouse operations and maximize crop yields? I recently spoke with Dima Chernobilsky, co-founder and CEO of GrowDirector, who shared groundbreaking insights on greenhouse automation and the future of controlled environment agriculture. Dima's journey from finance to agriculture is a testament to the power of c…
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Adapting our homes and communities to a changing climate
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56:36When it comes to climate change in our homes and neighbourhoods, much of the focus has so far been on mitigation – reducing our greenhouse gas emissions. But with the impacts of climate change increasingly tangible, how can we adapt our buildings and infrastructure – as well as our culture and lifestyles – to make sure they're resilient? Jen and Ma…
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Dash Miller, Attitude of Gratitude – From Grief to Giving Back: How one teen is using LinkedIn to honor his brother's legacy
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15:43Dash Miller may not be a CEO, but like many of the people we feature on this show, he is a true leader, he has a vision, and he's executing on his plan. Sometimes life forces you to grow up quickly, and that's exactly what happened to Dash. He lost his 16-year-old brother Callum after a five year battle with cancer. And out of that tragedy, dash st…
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165: Glenn Behrman - Unmasking Hype, The Real Economics of Indoor Farming
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1:08:16Ever wondered why so many indoor farming ventures fail despite the hype? I've got the inside scoop from a true industry veteran. Glenn Behrman, founder and president of CEA Advisors, brings over 50 years of experience in horticulture and indoor farming to our conversation. From his early days in the foliage industry to pioneering container farming,…
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Stuart Haselden, CEO, Arc'teryx – Built to Last: How authenticity strengthened Arc'teryx’s brand and customer loyalty (re-broadcast)
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26:26Summary: Back in February, we were joined on the show by Stuart Haselden, CEO of outdoor apparel company, Arc'Teryx. Hearing about his retail philosophy and personal story was absolutely fascinating, so we decided to revisit the episode for listeners who may have missed it the first time around. You’ve heard it before: "The customer is always right…
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The UK isn't exactly famous for its dry, sunny weather – and yet, water scarcity is an increasingly widespread and urgent problem. Why? And what are the implications – environmental, economic, and cultural? Jen and Matt explore causes and impacts of water scarcity, with Laura Major, Research Fellow and anthropologist and the Department of Civil and…
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164: Michael Oster - Saffron Tech’s - 120,000 Flowers Into 2 Pounds of Saffron: A Vertical Farming Breakthrough
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48:17Ever wondered how a seasoned executive from the oil and gas industry ends up leading a vertical farming startup? I sat down with Michael Oster, CEO of Saffron Tech, to explore this fascinating journey. Michael's transition from the corporate world to the innovative field of vertical farming is a testament to adaptability in business. With decades o…
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From Racks to Roots: Vertical Facility Design, Irrigation & Substrate Synergy with PIPP Horticulture | Ep 21
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1:03:30Send us a text In Episode 21 of the GroShow Podcast, host Riley Jones is joined by Grodan Crop Specialist Jon Jirikovec and Anders Peterson and Michael Williamson from PIPP Horticulture for part two of a special mini-series with the Cultivation Elevated podcast. If you caught part one on Cultivation Elevated, you’ll recognize today’s guests — and t…
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Andy Rothman, Founder and CEO, Sinology – Ignorance is Not Bliss: Why American firms can't just ignore China
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25:14Given the new administration's tariff policy and the global unease we've seen in recent months, we felt it was a good time to pick the brain of someone who's spent decades studying China's economy and its evolving relationship with the United States. Andy Rothman is the founder and CEO of Sinology, a consulting firm that provides advice to institut…
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Chris Constant, CEO, Getty Realty – No Vacancy: Building a real estate empire, one convenience store at a time
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27:06When you stop to fill up your car with gas, you might also pop into the store to grab a quick bite, or a gatorade, or that carton of milk you forgot to get at the supermarket. One company has managed to leverage that common retail experience into a real-estate empire. Chris Constant is the president and Chief Executive Officer of Getty Realty Corp,…
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Community benefit funds: how can we enhance their impact?
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56:03What is good practice for setting up and operating community benefit funds? And how do we make sure communities really do properly benefit from renewable energy (and other) projects? In this episode, Fraser gets the low-down from Matt and Jen on a new framework from the Strathclyde Institute for Sustainable Communities that explores exactly these q…
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Adam Goldenberg, Co-founder and CEO, Fabletics – Form Fitting: How to curate individualized retail experiences
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26:11When you're shopping for clothes, there's a checklist of things you look for: you want them to look and feel good, you want them to last a long time, you might want them ethically and sustainably sourced, and probably most importantly, you don't want them to break the bank. In 2011 one active wear company emerged that ticked pretty much all those b…
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Be Yoda, Not Luke: How to Use Story, Data & Advocacy to Win Hearts (Not Just Clicks)
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52:50Send us a text In this episode, we sit down with Dario Berrebi to unpack one of the most overlooked shifts in brand storytelling: becoming the guide, not the hero. Think Yoda, not Luke Skywalker. We explore why purpose-driven brands struggle with positioning, how to tell stories that resonate without sounding self-important, and why solving boring …
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