Best Close Reads Podcast Network Podcasts (2025)

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260. Shahab Elmi: Powerhouse entrepreneur breaks down the mindset behind Cymbiotika, prioritizing wellness as a luxury, finding the small wins, and the $$$ behind it all 1:15:44

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This week, Jason is joined by powerhouse entrepreneur, Shahab Elmi! Shahab is the founder and CEO of Cymbiotika, a disruptor in the wellness space that has grown into one of the fastest rising supplement brands in the United States. Cymbiotika is redefining what it means to build a business that thrives financially, and making an impact culturally.…

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Rich Cohen: Murder in the Dollhouse 56:27

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The disappearance in 2019 of Jennifer Dulos is one of the most chilling stories I’ve ever read about. When the mother of five vanished from her wealthy Connecticut suburb, her estranged husband became the prime suspect. But when Fotis Dulos ended his own life, the mystery deepened. Author Rich Cohen has the inside story in his book, Murder in the D…

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Cherokee County approves contract to build two fire stations | Jordan Road to be closed Nov. 7-10 for railroad crossing work | Ball Ground investigating complaint about email from council member 12:18

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CTL Script/ Top Stories of October 24th Publish Date: October 24th   Pre-Roll: From the Ingles Studio Welcome to the Award-Winning Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast  Today is Friday, October 24th and Happy Birthday to Kevin Kline I’m Peyton Spurlock and here are the stories Cherokee is talking about, presented by Times Journal Cherokee County approve…

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Old School to New School: The Biggest Changes in Mortgage Sales and Marketing 46:14

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Welcome back to Lending Leadership: The Mortgage Pros—your go-to resource for guidance and inspiration in the ever-evolving world of mortgage lending. After a whirlwind of traveling for work conferences, we’re excited to bring you a fresh perspective on marketing for mortgage professionals. In this episode, we’re joined by industry coach and market…

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6. Sorting It Out: The Next Challenge for Waste and Resource Recovery 29:30

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Welcome to the sixth episode of the Energy from Waste Podcast, brought to you by the Energy from Waste Network. Every couple of episodes, we are joined by a new host and their episode guest. For this episode, our host is Dr. Stephen Wise, Director at Ceres Waste, Renewables, and Environment, and his guest - Jamie Warmington, a waste and resource ma…

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259. Harry Jowsey: From reality TV to scripted, how Netflix powerhouse has expanded his career on screen, continuing to redefine the rules, and the core values that keep him grounded 1:03:11

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This week, Jason is joined by one of the fast rising stars in Netflix’s global reality universe, Harry Jowsey! After first breaking onto the scene with Netflix unscripted TV, Harry has become one of the faces of the platform with his own show “Let’s Marry Harry” premiering in 2026. He was the centerpiece of Netflix’s summer breakout event earlier t…

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Jane Borden: Cults Like Us 50:21

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What is the origin story of cults? Author Jane Borden says it goes all the way back to the Puritans and their doomsday beliefs. She says that from the beginning, we’ve been a nation of easy marks for con artists and manipulators. She tells me about her book, Cults Like Us. Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at …

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Woodstock's Dupree Road Trail to be completed in December | Traffic stop in Canton for speeding results in weapon and drug charges | Publix shopping center coming to Woodstock in 2026 12:18

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CTL Script/ Top Stories of October 17th Publish Date: October 17th   Pre-Roll: From the Ingles Studio Welcome to the Award-Winning Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast  Today is Friday, October 17th and Happy Birthday to Alan Jackson I’m Peyton Spurlock and here are the stories Cherokee is talking about, presented by Times Journal Woodstock's Dupree Roa…

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How Curiosity and Connection Drive Growth with Brian McGroarty 31:45

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Welcome back to Lending Leadership: The Creative Brief, your go-to podcast for staying ahead in the dynamic world of lending, real estate, and business development. In this episode, Rachael Tresch welcomes Brian McGroarty—a self-described “Renaissance guy” who’s as comfortable talking title insurance as he is discussing AI, business growth, and mod…

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257. Chris Voss Returns! Former FBI lead crisis negotiator on reading people, building instant trust, & and turning pressure into power - the negotiation tactics YOU need to know 1:14:37

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This week, Jason is joined by author, entrepreneur, professor, and most notably former member of the FBI, known as the mast negotiator, Chris Voss! Chris earned that title throughout his time serving as the lead crisis negotiator for the New York City division of the FBI, and then as FBI’s Chief International Hostage and Kidnapping negotiator. In 2…

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Anne Soon Choi: L.A. Coroner 45:18

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When you write a biography about a man dubbed “Coroner to the Stars,” it’s bound to be a compelling story. Who doesn’t want to read about the coroner who performed the autopsies on Marilyn Monroe, RFK, and Natalie Wood, among others? Author Anne Soon Choi tells me about her book, “L.A. Coroner.” Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor d…

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Work to start this month on Canton Creek pedestrian bridge 12:53

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CTL Script/ Top Stories of October 10th Publish Date: October 10th   Pre-Roll: From the Ingles Studio Welcome to the Award-Winning Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast  Today is Friday, October 10th and Happy Birthday to Van Halen I’m Peyton Spurlock and here are the stories Cherokee is talking about, presented by Times Journal Work to start this month …

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Navigating Mortgage Change: Branding, AI, and Networking With Rich Swerbinsky 42:32

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Welcome back to Lending Leadership: The Mortgage Pros—your go-to resource for honest conversations and actionable insights on what’s driving the mortgage industry today. In this episode, we welcomed Rich Swerbinsky, a true industry leader, master connector, and thought leader with over 30,000 LinkedIn followers. Rich is known for his dynamic approa…

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256. Kaitlan Collins: CNN’s Chief White House correspondent and anchor dives into the fast-paced world of political reporting, importance of preparedness, and working closely with multiple administrations ... 1:22:45

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This week, Jason is joined by one of the most recognizable and respected journalists in America, Kaitlan Collins! Kaitlan is the anchor of The Source on CNN and CNN’s Chief White House correspondent, where she brings clarity and accountability to the story shaping our world. As a Chief White House correspondent, she has covered both Trump and Biden…

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Patricia Cornwell: Scarpetta 1:04:40

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I’ve interviewed quite a few authors who are inspired by real people or real crimes. And then they write these fantastic novels. Patricia Cornwell’s iconic character, Dr. Kay Scarpetta, has a legion of fans because of how clever she is as a medical examiner, how she solves a mystery. Cornwell was working with Virginia’s first female chief ME Dr. Ma…

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Cherokee County school unveils Johnston Akers playground 11:36

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CTL Script/ Top Stories of October 3rd Publish Date: October 3rd   Pre-Roll: From the Ingles Studio Welcome to the Award-Winning Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast  Today is Friday, October 3rd and Happy Birthday to Stevie Ray Vaughn I’m Peyton Spurlock and here are the stories Cherokee is talking about, presented by Times Journal Cherokee County scho…

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Building Community Impact: Real Stories from National Branch Charity Events 18:54

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Welcome back to Lending Leadership: The Creative Brief—your go-to podcast for sparking new ideas, driving community engagement, and leveling up your leadership in the lending industry. This week marks a special occasion at HMA Mortgage: it’s HMA Gives Back Week! In this episode, Rachael and Corrine dive deep into the world of charitable giving, eve…

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255. Tyler Cameron & Tate Madden: From contractor work and DIY to realtor and building their own brands, BTS of new business ventures, life updates, and planning for the future 58:45

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This week, Jason is joined by reality TV and Jupiter, Florida’s favorite couple, Tyler Cameron and Tate Madden! Many know Tyler from his numerous reality TV appearances, more specifically in Bachelor Nation where he was looking to find love. Little did he know that true love was right under his nose having met Tate while working at his company in F…

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Ross Halperin: Bear Witness 1:06:00

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A gang in a mountain barrio in Honduras terrorized the people there for years. The police claimed that their hands were tied because witnesses refused to testify. An American sociologist and a Honduran schoolteacher devised a plan to protect their neighbors by taking matters into their own hands. Author Ross Halperin tells me the story in his book:…

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New round of community grants for literacy open with reading by Super Bowl champ 11:48

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CTL Script/ Top Stories of September 26th Publish Date: September 26th   Pre-Roll: From the Ingles Studio Welcome to the Award-Winning Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast  Today is Friday, September 26th and Happy Birthday to Tommy Lasorda I’m Peyton Spurlock and here are the stories Cherokee is talking about, presented by Times Journal New round of co…

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How Top Mortgage Pros Attract Realtors and Build Lasting Partnerships 26:22

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Welcome back to Lending Leadership: The Mortgage Pros! In this episode, we dove deep into a topic that every loan officer and mortgage professional faces—the art of “Attract First, Chase Later” when building powerful and enduring Realtor relationships. Robert Fillyaw and Dave Holland are hosting and bringing you real talk, honest stories, and pract…

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254: Kyle Fraser: Survivor Season 48 winner dives into his careers in education and law, brutal behind-the-scenes realities of competing on Survivor, & how he is spending his $1M prize money 1:12:35

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This week, Jason is joined by Survivor season 48, Kyle Fraser! After 26 days of outwitting, outplaying, and outlasting one of the most grueling reality competition shows out there in television history, Kyle walked away with the 1 million dollar prize and the title of soul survivor. Known for his strategic gameplay, clutch immunity wins, and abilit…

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Michael Beach Nichols: Perfect Wife 1:03:52

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Most of us have heard about Sherri Papini. She’s the woman who faked her own kidnapping in 2016, which terrified her husband and soon sparked outrage in her Northern California community. Michael Beach Nichols is the director and producer of the Hulu series, “Perfect Wife: The Mysterious Disappearance of Sherri Papini.” He tells US about his experi…

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Health department bringing drive-thru flu shots to Woodstock 11:51

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CTL Script/ Top Stories of September 19th Publish Date: September 19th   Pre-Roll: From the Ingles Studio Welcome to the Award-Winning Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast  Today is Friday, September 19th and Happy Birthday to Duke Snider I’m Peyton Spurlock and here are the stories Cherokee is talking about, presented by Times Journal Health department…

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Family Values and AI Innovation: Inside the Mortgage Mom and Son Success Story 33:16

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Welcome back to Lending Leadership: The Creative Brief, your go-to resource for the latest in mortgage leadership, team-building, and creative strategy. In this episode, we sit down with one of the mortgage industry’s most dynamic family duos: Deanne “the Mortgage Mom” Katsaros and her son, Tom Katsaros of GreenTree Mortgage, a partner of HMA Mortg…

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253: Bobby Bones: $12k in billboards with millions in return?! Breaking down the pendulum of the audience, lessons learned in his upbringing, relationship with money, and proving your value 1:26:10

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This week, Jason is joined by radio personality, author, TV host, and all around trailblazer, Bobby Bones! Bobby rose to national fame with the Bobby Bones Show, a nationally syndicated radio show that redefined country radio and became a staple for millions of listeners across the US. He’s a two time New York Times bestselling author, a Dancing Wi…

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Bryan Burrough: The Gunfighters 50:22

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We’ve heard from my buddy Bryan Burrough before for one of his Audible books based on a true crime story. His new book is very different. It’s called The Gunfighters: How Texas Made the West Wild. Enough said. Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/4gF2K18 See more information on my boo…

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252. The Bachelorette's Boldest Move Yet: Taylor Frankie Paul Takes the Lead 41:49

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Jason Tartick, Kelley Flannigan, and Jason's sidekick David Arduin (aka The Curious Canadian) dive into the biggest shake-up Bachelor Nation has seen in years — the casting of Taylor Frankie Paul as the next Bachelorette. From her controversial background to her massive social media following, we break down why ABC made this bold decision, how fans…

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Judge upholds key provision of Georgia elections overhaul 10:10

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CTL Script/ Top Stories of September 12th Publish Date: September 12th   Pre-Roll: From the Ingles Studio Welcome to the Award-Winning Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast  Today is Friday, September 12th and Happy Birthday to Jesse Owens I’m Peyton Spurlock and here are the stories Cherokee is talking about, presented by Times Journal Judge upholds key…

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Majoring in Mortgage Loans: Rethinking Training for the Lending Industry 23:35

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Welcome back to Lending Leadership: The Mortgage Pros. With back-to-school season in full swing and college football kicking off, we started to reflect on one of the quirks of our profession: almost no one grows up aspiring to be a mortgage loan officer. The vast majority of us, ourselves included, stumbled into this industry rather than charting a…

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251. Rachel Recchia: Bachelor Nation fan favorite breaks down the realities of reality TV between networks, saying yes to Perfect Match, continuing her passion for aviation and the $$$ behind it all! 1:26:33

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This week, Jason is joined by reality TV star and commercial pilot, Rachel Recchia! Rachel first captured America’s attention on The Bachelor before becoming one of the co-leads of The Bachelorette Season 19, where she navigated love, heartbreak, and the spotlight in front of millions of viewers. She later returned to Bachelor in Paradise, further …

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James Polchin: Shadow Men 59:21

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Our story this week is set in the 1920s in Westchester County, New York…it’s a Jazz Age mystery. A young ex-sailor is found dead on a desolate road. A suspect from a wealthy family admits to the murder, but he claims that he was trying to protect a dangerous secret. Author James Polchin’s book, Shadow Men unravels a mystery more than a century old.…

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Transportation SPLOST will be on the ballot in Cherokee County 10:41

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CTL Script/ Top Stories of September 5th Publish Date: September 5th   Pre-Roll: From the Ingles Studio Welcome to the Award-Winning Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast  Today is Friday, September 5th and Happy Birthday to Freddie Mercury I’m Peyton Spurlock and here are the stories Cherokee is talking about, presented by Times Journal Transportation S…

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Marketing Support Red Flags: What Loan Officers Need to Watch For 13:02

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Welcome back to Lending Leadership: The Creative Brief—your resource for real talk about the mortgage industry’s behind-the-scenes realities. Today, we’re jumping into a topic that’s critically important for every loan officer: What should your marketing department actually be doing for you? Whether you’re an industry veteran or building your book,…

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250. Chicklet and Maleni: From dishwashing for $300/week to millions of followers making videos, BTS of what lead them to social media, 1:00:08

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This week, Jason is joined by content creator couple who turned into social media stars, Chicklet and Maleni! After meeting at a friend’s party over ten years ago, Chicklet and Maleni had instant chemistry and it was their sense of humor that eventually brought them together, not only as a couple, but an internet comedy duo. Achieving a level of fa…

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Dan Slater: The Incorruptibles 59:01

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New York in the early 1900s was filled with people trying to make their lives better. But for many, the rise of organized crime kept them in constant fear. On the Lower East Side, Jewish criminals from Eastern Europe formed crime syndicates. There were gangs of horse poisoners, casino owners, thieves and thugs. But then a group of Jewish uptowners …

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Early voting hours announced for Cherokee's September runoffs 10:08

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CTL Script/ Top Stories of August 29th Publish Date: August 29th   Pre-Roll: From the Ingles Studio Welcome to the Award-Winning Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast  Today is Friday, August 29th and Happy Birthday to Richard Attenborough I’m Peyton Spurlock and here are the stories Cherokee is talking about, presented by Times Journal Early voting hour…

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The Power of Partnership: Elevating Customer Experience and Winning Together in Mortgage Appraisals 44:07

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Welcome back to Lending Leadership: The Mortgage Pros, where we dive deep into what makes the mortgage and lending industries truly tick. In today’s episode, we’re celebrating a milestone—our first-ever guest! We sat down with Will Eubanks, the founder and owner of EA Appraisals, to explore what genuine partnership looks like in our business and ho…

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249. Olandria Carthen: Love Island star breaks down life after the villa, navigating public perceptions and clearing misconceptions, balancing career ambitions, and prioritizing genuine connections 33:23

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This week, Jason is joined by Love Island season 7 breakout star, Olandria Carthen! Known widely as the Bama Barbie, Olandria played the long game in the villa and emerged as a fan favorite for her strength, poise, and genuine approach, not just in romance but in life. She is also killing it in the corporate career as well working at Otis Elevator …

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Tanya Talaga: The Knowing 56:48

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If you’ve ever dug deep into your family history, you know that there are sometimes surprises. Author Tanya Talaga discovered that the life of her great-great grandmother Annie Carpenter was mostly unknown because she was Indigenous. It’s a struggle that many Indigenous people in Canada have: how do you learn about your family’s past without crucia…

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Holly Springs denies developer's request to build townhomes 10:00

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CTL Script/ Top Stories of August 22nd Publish Date: August 22nd   Pre-Roll: From the Ingles Studio Welcome to the Award-Winning Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast  Today is Friday, August 22nd and Happy Birthday to Norman Scharzkoff I’m Peyton Spurlock and here are the stories Cherokee is talking about, presented by Times Journal Holly Springs denies…

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How Positive Self Talk Drives Success in Mortgage Lending with Irene Duford 32:04

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Welcome back to Lending Leadership: The Creative Brief, where we dive deep into the real drivers of growth for mortgage professionals, leaders, and their teams. Today, we’re thrilled to bring you a conversation that we’ve been looking forward to for some time. We’re joined by Irene Duford, founder and CEO of Loan Team Training and an experienced co…

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5. Is EfW a transitional technology? With Dr Stephen Wise and Philip New 42:07

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Welcome to the fifth episode of the Energy from Waste Podcast, brought to you by the Energy from Waste Network. Every couple of episodes, we are joined by a new host and their episode guest. For this episode, our host is Dr. Stephen Wise, Director at Ceres Waste, Renewables, and Environment, and his guest - Philip New, Non Executive Director at Nor…

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248. Juliana Pasquarosa: The Bachelor fan favorite breaks down her career in finance, embracing the 9-to-5, navigating life post reality TV, and turning a family phrase into the Nice Girls Label 54:05

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This week, Jason is joined by Bachelor Nation’s Juliana Pasquarosa! Juliana opens up about life before The Bachelor - from leaving her broker dealer role just before filming to starting fresh at a wealth management and financial planning firm. She shares the reservations she had about joining the show, what surprised her most, and how she navigated…

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Alex Eliseev: Cold Case Confession 56:51

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This week on Wicked Words on Exactly Right: in 1999, a woman named Betty Ketani went missing in Johannesburg, South Africa. She just vanished from the restaurant where she was working. Then a letter found 13 years later changed everything. Author Alex Eliseev tells me about his book Cold Case Confession—a real Agatha Christie story. Support this po…

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Canton approves contract for creation of Cherokee land bank 11:37

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CTL Script/ Top Stories of August 15th Publish Date: August 15th Pre-Roll: From the Ingles Studio Welcome to the Award-Winning Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast Today is Friday, August 15th and Happy Birthday to Joe Jonas I’m Peyton Spurlock and here are the stories Cherokee is talking about, presented by Times Journal Canton approves contract for cr…

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Why Most Managers Fail at Recruiting: Building Teams Loan Officers Actually Want to Join 33:22

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Welcome back to Lending Leadership: The Mortgage Pros—your go-to source for real talk on leadership, recruiting, and building successful teams in the mortgage industry. This week, we dove deep into one of the most commonly misunderstood (and, honestly, daunting) aspects of being a branch manager: RECRUITING. If you’ve ever found yourself wondering,…

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247. Juliette Porter: From filming the pilot of Siesta Key at 17 to negotiating a six figure deal for narrating, BTS of navigating reality TV, the business behind JMP The Label, and overcoming imposter ... 52:21

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This week, Jason is joined by entrepreneur, podcast host, and star of MTV’s Siesta Key, Juliette Porter! Juliette came to recognition in 20217 after being cast as a main personality on MTV’s hit reality TV show, following a group of friends in Siesta Key, Florida. In addition to being on reality TV, Juliette has expanded her career endeavors by get…

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Megan Abbott: El Dorado Drive 58:40

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New York Times’ best-selling author Megan Abbott often uses true crime stories as a jumping off point for her wildly popular novels. Now she has a new book out called El Dorado Drive. It’s about three sisters who become entangled in a pyramid scheme that turns very dark. The real story behind the novel is so strange, it’s hard to know what really h…

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Federal loan to help finance Georgia 400 toll lanes 11:49

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CTL Script/ Top Stories of August 8th Publish Date: August 8th   Pre-Roll: From the Ingles Studio Welcome to the Award-Winning Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast  Today is Friday, August 8th and Happy Birthday to Roger Federer I’m Peyton Spurlock and here are the stories Cherokee is talking about, presented by Times Journal Federal loan to help financ…