Finance and Operations need to work together. Often they don’t. Join Richard Veltre and myself for discussions about business (the BIZ) and finance (the BOOKS). About Rich: He has served in executive leadership positions at finance consulting firms focusing on the development, implementation, and management of the full spectrum of financial systems. Rich started his career at Price Waterhouse and now acts at a fractional CFO for companies in healthcare, finance, logistics, and construction. ...
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What started as a series of short mysteries for the curious mind with a short attention span has evolved into enlightening conversations for the not-so-short attention span. Whether it’s a short mystery, a long conversation, or an audio book, The Way I Heard It is a veritable box of chocolates for the ears, because you never know what you’re going to get.
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Welcome aboard, passenger! You're listening to Deep Space Radio, the best (and only) station aboard our rickety old colony ship, the STS 45 Cloudbreather. With 3 years left on our journey into uncharted space, it's a BIT concerning we've already encountered strange otherworldy voices, sentient computer programs, and hours no one can seem to remember. And I suppose it's even MORE concerning we're crewed by a unprofessional gaggle of planetary castoffs. But what's interstellar travel without a ...
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Captain Donnell and Kit Castille appear on Stars In Our Eyes, telling Gina about their temporary assignment to the infirmary... Enjoying yourself? Connect with other passengers on the Reddit or Discord! Follow the adventure with cool videos on YouTube or TikTok and check out even more from the world of Deep Space Radio on our LINKTREE! Deep Space R…
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Free Money! Could Your Loan Fees Be Waived?
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The Small Business Administration's recent notice regarding potential loan fee waivers for small manufacturers is a promising development for the industrial sector. By considering a one-year waiver incentive for loans of $950,000 or less, the Trump administration aims to support the growth and sustainability of small businesses in this industry. Th…
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Gina Halloway, host of Stars In Our Eyes, takes over Collin's usual broadcast slot and welcomes Annie Maddox to the show! Enjoying yourself? Connect with other passengers on the Reddit or Discord! Follow the adventure with cool videos on YouTube or TikTok and check out even more from the world of Deep Space Radio on our LINKTREE! Deep Space Radio i…
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As the Cloudbreather approaches a mysterious blue star, Collin receives a visit at the studio from Captain Donnell... Enjoying yourself? Connect with other passengers on the Reddit or Discord! Follow the adventure with cool videos on YouTube or TikTok and check out even more from the world of Deep Space Radio on our LINKTREE! Deep Space Radio is cr…
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451: Meredith Olson—Better Education Now
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Meredith Olson is president of Vela, a nonprofit that funds everyday entrepreneurs who are ditching the traditional school model in favor of something a little more… flexible. Vela doesn’t run schools—it supports people creating their own. From homeschool co-ops to microschools in living rooms and libraries, Vela empowers parents, students, and ent…
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Success in business is often attributed to offering a superior product or service compared to competitors. However, the same principle applies when it comes to succession planning within a company. In order to maximize the value of your business and ensure a smooth transition, it is crucial to be more attractive than other potential buyers or succe…
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450: Elaine Culotti—California is in Real Trouble
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Serial entrepreneur, lipstick farmer, and season 2 undercover billionaire Elaine Culotti unleashes a no-holds-barred critique of California’s downward spiral. From endless red tape and anti-business policies to the sluggish response to the Palisades fire, Elaine argues that leadership under Gavin Newsom has been nothing short of disastrous. She doe…
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Private Equity: The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly
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The Risks and Rewards of Selling to Private Equity Private equity can be a lucrative option for business owners looking to sell their company. However, it's important to carefully consider the risks and rewards involved in such a transaction. Join us as we discuss the potential pitfalls and benefits of selling your business to a PE firm, and how to…
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Comedian, podcaster, and self-described “troubled white” Theo Von joins the party for a candid discussion about the bone he found on his way to the studio, what he was manifesting during the Lion’s Portal, and why he loves ‘Merica. There’s a little wrestling, a little recovery, and lot of talk of a new Mike and Theo Antique Road Show-type show feat…
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The text highlights a concerning statistic that 70% of business owners looking to sell have no plan in place for succession. This lack of planning can have significant implications on the overall transfer of wealth within the family. It serves as a reminder of the importance of proper succession planning in ensuring a smooth transition of business …
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Keeping Your Money - With Will Sutherland
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Will Sutherland, CEO and President of Three Pillars Wealth Management, emphasizes the importance of planning for business owners who have sold their company for a significant amount. He believes that proper planning is essential to ensure that as much of the windfall stays with the owner as possible.…
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448: Sheree Utash—It’s Only the Best School in America
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Mike chats with Dr. Sheree Utash, Ed.D., president of WSU Tech and a national leader in workforce education. They talk about how she reinvented a community college into a national model for workforce development, her role in taking Mike’s S.W.E.A.T. Pledge and shaping it into the mikeroweWORKS curriculum, and why she believes skilled trades are key…
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447: Tommy Mello—The Secret Sauce is the Grind
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Tommy Mello founded A1 Garage Door Service—a 100 million-plus-dollar business. Tommy shares how he went from reselling Bowflex, cleaning pools, and painting garage doors to building one of the largest home service companies in the country. He talks about the hustle, the screw-ups, and the systems that helped him scale, including his no-nonsense app…
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Could You Be Losing Millions? Proactive Planning Matters
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In today's discussion, we delve into the crucial topic of succession planning and its impact on your financial future. The article from The Economic Times emphasizes the necessity of thorough planning to achieve desired outcomes. Rich and I stress the potential consequences of neglecting this important aspect of financial management, urging our aud…
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Actor, director, and pseudo-troublemaker Nick Searcy is back! Nick recounts what he saw at the Capitol on January 6 and why he made Capital Punishment and its sequel, The War on Truth. Also discussed is Nick’s unfiltered memoir, Justify This: A Career Without Compromise, where he shares stories from his long career in Hollywood, and a new project a…
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The Harsh Reality of Selling a Business: Why 80% Are Sold at a Discount This article delves into the sobering statistic that 80% of businesses are sold at a discount or not sold at all, leaving many owners in a difficult position when it comes to funding their retirement. Despite having decent profits and potential, these companies face obstacles t…
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First Contact | Season 6 Compilation | Full Story
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Every episode of Season 6 - First Contact in one convenient episode for easy binging! Professor Bolin discovers an alien fungus growing on an asteroid in the depths of space, the first example of extraterrestrial life ever recovered by humankind. The sample is brought aboard for further study... {Episodes originally aired daily in July 2025} Enjoyi…
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Doctor Lake awakes in the infirmary... Enjoying yourself? Connect with other passengers on the Reddit or Discord! Follow the adventure with cool videos on YouTube or TikTok and check out even more from the world of Deep Space Radio on our LINKTREE! Deep Space Radio is created by Collin Gossel. Starring: Brandon Zelman as Security Officer Harold Max…
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First Contact | Ep. 32 | To Know The Universe
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Doctor Bolin announces he'll be taking a brief sabatical from his usual duties as Annie and Harold finally manage to reclaim their euchre title! Enjoying yourself? Connect with other passengers on the Reddit or Discord! Follow the adventure with cool videos on YouTube or TikTok and check out even more from the world of Deep Space Radio on our LINKT…
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Making Money In The Trades - From Better Profits to Better Pay
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Leah Kallas, General Manager at Great Lakes Skilled Trades, brings industry expertise to the discussion on maximizing revenue and retaining talent in successful companies. Her observations will shed light on effective strategies for business growth.By Dan Paulson and Richard Veltre
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The alien fungus finally removed from her body, a comatose Doctor Lake receives several visitors in the infirmary... Enjoying yourself? Connect with other passengers on the Reddit or Discord! Follow the adventure with cool videos on YouTube or TikTok and check out even more from the world of Deep Space Radio on our LINKTREE! Deep Space Radio is cre…
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Margot tracks Captain Donnell to the Deck 6 kitchens, cut off from his team and defenseless... Enjoying yourself? Connect with other passengers on the Reddit or Discord! Follow the adventure with cool videos on YouTube or TikTok and check out even more from the world of Deep Space Radio on our LINKTREE! Deep Space Radio is created by Collin Gossel.…
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Officer Maxwell storms the containment cell to aprehend Margot the alien fungus...but she is more than ready for him. Enjoying yourself? Connect with other passengers on the Reddit or Discord! Follow the adventure with cool videos on YouTube or TikTok and check out even more from the world of Deep Space Radio on our LINKTREE! Deep Space Radio is cr…
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445: Coffee with Mom—They Had Their Way with My Right Hip
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America’s Grandmother stops by to discuss the haunting melody of Adagio for Strings, dropping one’s phone in the toilet, and Peggy’s handsy masseuse. Big thanks to our awesome sponsors PureTalk.com/Rowe Get a Samsung Galaxy A36 for FREE with a $35 qualifying plan. TrumanBoot.com Use code MIKE for 15% off. SkillsUSA.org/mike Join the skilled trade m…
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By focusing on the future outlook for business in the coming months, the passage underscores the need for proactive planning and adaptation to changing circumstances. It suggests that businesses should not wait to see how things unfold but rather take steps now to position themselves for success.By Dan Paulson and Richard Veltre
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With a secret plan in place to save the ship, Captain Donnell gives pilot Claudio Atlos his orders... Enjoying yourself? Connect with other passengers on the Reddit or Discord! Follow the adventure with cool videos on YouTube or TikTok and check out even more from the world of Deep Space Radio on our LINKTREE! Deep Space Radio is created by Collin …
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As the alien fungus Margot takes over the ship, Captain Donnell consults with his team to try and formulate a plan... Enjoying yourself? Connect with other passengers on the Reddit or Discord! Follow the adventure with cool videos on YouTube or TikTok and check out even more from the world of Deep Space Radio on our LINKTREE! Deep Space Radio is cr…
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Margot's plan is revealed... Enjoying yourself? Connect with other passengers on the Reddit or Discord! Follow the adventure with cool videos on YouTube or TikTok and check out even more from the world of Deep Space Radio on our LINKTREE! Deep Space Radio is created by Collin Gossel. Starring: Brandon Zelman as Security Officer Harold Maxwell Cate …
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Martha Crittle comforts Captain Donnell at Ruth's Bar as Chief Paulson and Kit Castille discuss Margot's odd behavior... Enjoying yourself? Connect with other passengers on the Reddit or Discord! Follow the adventure with cool videos on YouTube or TikTok and check out even more from the world of Deep Space Radio on our LINKTREE! Deep Space Radio is…
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A power surge disrupts life aboard the Cloudbreather while Margot strikes a deal with computerized storeowner Annie Maddox... Enjoying yourself? Connect with other passengers on the Reddit or Discord! Follow the adventure with cool videos on YouTube or TikTok and check out even more from the world of Deep Space Radio on our LINKTREE! Deep Space Rad…
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Officer Maxwell approaches Annie Maddox about the Captain's plan and Bradley Theed comforts his daughter Mercury in the infirmary... Enjoying yourself? Connect with other passengers on the Reddit or Discord! Follow the adventure with cool videos on YouTube or TikTok and check out even more from the world of Deep Space Radio on our LINKTREE! Deep Sp…
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First Contact | Ep. 22 | Tough Questions, Tough Answers
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Captain Donnell approaches Officer Maxwell with a plan to get ahead of Margot while Professor Bolin confronts the alien fungus... Enjoying yourself? Connect with other passengers on the Reddit or Discord! Follow the adventure with cool videos on YouTube or TikTok and check out even more from the world of Deep Space Radio on our LINKTREE! Deep Space…
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444: Jack Teetor—Blind Faith to Blind Logic
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Filmmaker Jack Teetor joins to discuss his new documentary, Blind Logic, about his granduncle, Ralph Teetor, who revolutionized the automotive industry. From inventing cruise control to influencing the development of the automatic transmission, Ralph was an automotive visionary, which is ironic since he did all that while being blind since childhoo…
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Captain Donnell returns to the containment cell to inform Margot of his decision on what to do with her... Enjoying yourself? Connect with other passengers on the Reddit or Discord! Follow the adventure with cool videos on YouTube or TikTok and check out even more from the world of Deep Space Radio on our LINKTREE! Deep Space Radio is created by Co…
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An unexpected hull breach forces the Cloudbreather into action! Enjoying yourself? Connect with other passengers on the Reddit or Discord! Follow the adventure with cool videos on YouTube or TikTok and check out even more from the world of Deep Space Radio on our LINKTREE! Deep Space Radio is created by Collin Gossel. Starring: Brandon Zelman as Se…
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Computerized Storeowner Annie Maddox visists the containment cell to ask the alien fungus Margot an important question... Enjoying yourself? Connect with other passengers on the Reddit or Discord! Follow the adventure with cool videos on YouTube or TikTok and check out even more from the world of Deep Space Radio on our LINKTREE! Deep Space Radio i…
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Professor Bolin reacts to an undeniable demonstration of Margot's superior intelligence... Enjoying yourself? Connect with other passengers on the Reddit or Discord! Follow the adventure with cool videos on YouTube or TikTok and check out even more from the world of Deep Space Radio on our LINKTREE! Deep Space Radio is created by Collin Gossel. Sta…
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Competing With Corporate - HR Success With Shelly Dretzka
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In this episode, Shelly Dretzka, owner of aHRrow, discusses the importance of a people-first approach in HR consulting for small businesses. With 25 years of experience in HR, she emphasizes the need for leaders to prioritize hiring and retaining talent in order to build successful performance cultures.…
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Captain Donnell calls together a meeting of ship leadership to discuss potential courses of action concerning the alien fungus Margot... Enjoying yourself? Connect with other passengers on the Reddit or Discord! Follow the adventure with cool videos on YouTube or TikTok and check out even more from the world of Deep Space Radio on our LINKTREE! Dee…
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Captain Donnell arrives on the science deck for a conversation with the alien fungus, which has now taken over the body of Doctor Lake... Enjoying yourself? Connect with other passengers on the Reddit or Discord! Follow the adventure with cool videos on YouTube or TikTok and check out even more from the world of Deep Space Radio on our LINKTREE! De…
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Mercury Theed and her father are rushed to the infirmary, where the Captain and Doctor Lake are waiting... Enjoying yourself? Connect with other passengers on the Reddit or Discord! Follow the adventure with cool videos on YouTube or TikTok and check out even more from the world of Deep Space Radio on our LINKTREE! Deep Space Radio is created by Co…
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443: Rick Perry—The Fight of a Lifetime
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Former Texas Governor and U.S. Energy Secretary Rick Perry stops by to talk about two things most folks wouldn't expect in the same sentence—AI data farms and psychedelic therapy. Perry breaks down why the Lone Star State is set to become a digital powerhouse for AI server farms and what that means for energy, jobs, and infrastructure. Then the con…
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