Best Meredith Connor Podcasts (2026)

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Wes Morin, VP of Operations of AquiSense, KAM's Small Manufacturer of the Year 22:40

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In this episode, Tommy sits down with Wes Morin, Vice President of Operations at AquiSense, a Kentucky-based water technology company recently named Small Manufacturer of the Year by the Kentucky Association of Manufacturers (KAM). AquiSense is a global leader in UV-LED water disinfection technology, designing and manufacturing systems that help pr…

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Align Your Marketing & Sales | Meredith Dennis 33:46

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This episode of the Founder's Corner Podcast Corner featured Meredith Dennis, the Founder & CEO of Compression Marketing. KEY TAKEAWAYS: - Things are going to take longer than you want them to. In most cases you’re going to have to be patient as you grow your business. There’s lots of choices to make and lessons to learn. - Carve out time for the a…

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Tyler Cox, 2025 Manufacturing Employee of the Year (WaterStep) 18:47

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Tyler earned the 2025 Manufacturing Employee of the Year Award after leading one of WaterStep’s most critical manufacturing efforts to date: A million-dollar contract required WaterStep to build 28 mobile water treatment systems (WoW Cart) in just 90 days. Failure wasn’t an option — communities around the world were depending on this equipment for …

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The Past, Present, and Future of SEO | Scott Orth 36:16

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If you’re an agency doing over $40k a year in profit, then message me on LinkedIn and I’ll send you some of our best stuff: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eliclark1000/ This episode of the Founder's Corner Podcast Corner featured Scott Orth, the Founder of Thrive Business Marketing. KEY TAKEAWAYS: If you’re just getting started, build up a contact lis…

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Scale Your Team Into a 7 Figure Agency | Luke Eggebraaten 33:52

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Get your free Agency Year-End Review. Just message me “review” on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eliclark1000/ This episode of the Founder's Corner Podcast Corner featured Luke Eggebraaten, the Founder of Phaser Marketing. KEY TAKEAWAYS: Agencies live or die in their ability to retain clients. That’s not just about taking care of them on the…

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Develop An Ethos Statement | Connor Morgan 24:50

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Get your free Agency Year-End Review. Just message me “review” on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eliclark1000/ This episode of the Founder's Corner Podcast Corner featured Connor Morgan, the Founder & CEO of The Bold Group. KEY TAKEAWAYS: Take time to have conversations with yourself. Whether on a weekly, monthly or quarterly interval, take …

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USA vs. European Market | Eva Wolf 31:47

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Want to run a more financial savvy marketing agency? Subscribe to The Marketer’s Accountant newsletter for financial education, expert interviews, and expert-backed advice every week. Designed for marketing agencies and creative firms. 👉 https://onebridgeaccounting.com/newsletter/ Welcome to the Founder’s Corner podcast! In this show I sit down and…

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#9: The Right Way to Build Community Online with Alix Condit 32:00

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Book a demo call here (free trial): https://onebridgeaccounting.com/get-started/ Welcome to the Founder’s Corner podcast! In this show I sit down and interview marketing firm and agency leaders from all over the world. Why? Because when you know better, you’ll hopefully do better. And we want to be there to support you. The insights that are shared…

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#8: Unlocking the Secrets of Web Design Services with Dustin Olsen 35:22

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In this episode of The Founder’s Corner, host Eli Clark interviews Dustin Olsen, the Owner of Cobalt Graphics. Dustin walked Eli through some of the best practices for optimizing a website for conversions. They discussed some of the most common issues that Dustin sees when working with clients and what he does to deliver an ROI focused website. In …

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#7: Why You Should Utilize Podcasting As Your Content Engine with Suzan Chin-Taylor 34:15

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🔥 Want to work with OneBridge Accounting? We understand Marketing Firm problems: https://onebridgeaccounting.com/get-started/ ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ In this episode of The Founder’s Corner, host Eli Clark interviews Suzan Chin-Taylor, the CEO of Creative Raven. Here are some of the core takeaways and lessons learned: Operating a regular podcast …

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#6: How To Leverage Competitor Intelligence For Your Agency with Corey Litwin 34:39

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🔥 Want to work with OneBridge Accounting? We understand Marketing Firm problems: https://onebridgeaccounting.com/get-started/ 🔥 Did you know that an S Corp could help you save over $5,000 on your taxes? Learn more: https://onebridgeaccounting.com/s-corp/ ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ In this episode of The Founder’s Corner, host Eli Clark interviews Co…

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#5: Why Client Case Studies Are Your Secret Growth Weapon with Em Thomas 38:03

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In this episode of The Founder’s Corner, host Eli Clark interviews Em Thomas, the Founder of StackCat Content. A lot of ground was covered in this discussion, so here’s a few of the highlights: 👉 What it’s like building a freelance agency while traveling as a DIGITAL nomad. 👉 How to identify, produce, and showcase GOLDEN client stories that amplify…

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#4: How To “Surprise and Delight” Your Clients with Kristen O'Neall 34:37

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In this episode of The Founder’s Corner, host Eli Clark interviews Kristen O’Neall, the CEO and Founder of Mirage Media based in Arizona. A lot of ground is covered in this discussion so here’s a quick overview: 👉 Going from focusing on one thing, like branding, to running your own agency, requires you to be competitive in other ways. 👉 Imagine a c…

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#3: Human-Centered Marketing During the AI Era with Mike Whitmire 28:07

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In this episode of The Founder's Corner, host Eli Clark interviews Mike Whitmire, founder of HireCMO.com. Mike is based in Arizona and shares his wealth of knowledge having worked in various marketing positions across different industries, including healthcare and manufacturing. The conversation dives into Mike's experience building teams and imple…

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#2: AI Agents, Automating Processes, and the Power of Networking with Chad Marquez 32:03

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In this episode of The Founder's Corner, host Eli Clark interviews Chad Marquez, co-founder of Webaholics. Chad is based in Utah and works with ecommerce companies to help them unlock their sales potential through technology and marketing support. The conversation dives into Chad's experience over the last 10 years at Webaholics. We talk about AI s…

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#1: From Law School to Pest Control Marketing with Neal Rummler 29:41

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In this episode of The Founder's Corner, host Eli Clark interviews Neal Rummler, the CEO and Founder of Maverick Marketing & Consulting. Neal is based in Utah and works with pest control clients all over the United States. The conversation delves into Neal's unique education as a law student and how his approach to education has changed over the ye…

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Meet the Robotic Viper: Kentucky-Built, Industry-Changing Tech 21:05

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In this episode, I sit down with Justin Falck, Marketing & Communications Manager at Fives Machining Systems, Inc., to explore the cutting-edge technology behind the Cincinnati Robotic Viper—a high-speed automation system redefining what’s possible in advanced manufacturing. 🤖⚙️ Justin shares how the Robotic Viper is designed to boost efficiency, p…

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Coolest Thing Made In Kentucky: PDS Optical | Sean Loosen 12:08

9M ago12:08

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This week, we’re highlighting a finalist that’s making a real difference—custom prescription eyeglasses for veterans, proudly made by PDS Optical. 🇺🇸👓 I had the pleasure of talking with Sean Loosen, CEO of PDS Optical, about how their team combines innovation, precision, and purpose to serve those who’ve served us. From Kentucky to VA clinics acros…

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Coolest Thing Made In Kentucky Spotlight: Elizabeth McCall | Woodford Reserve Double Double Oaked 9:44

9M ago9:44

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We’re shining a spotlight on one of the top contenders from the Coolest Thing Made in Kentucky tournament this year—Brown-Forman's Woodford Reserve Double Double Oaked! 🥃🔥 In this spotlight, I sit down with Elizabeth McCall, Master Distiller at Woodford Reserve, to talk about what makes Double Double Oaked such a standout in the world of bourbon. F…

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Coolest Thing Made In Kentucky Spotlight: National Band & Tag Company | Paw Finders Rabies Tag 15:22

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In this Coolest Thing Made in Kentucky spotlight, we’re featuring National Band & Tag Company and their innovative Paw Finders Tag—a game-changer for lost pet recovery! 🐶🐱 The Paw Finders Tag helps reunite lost pets with their owners using a simple yet effective QR code system, providing instant contact information to anyone who finds a missing pet…

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Coolest Thing Made In Kentucky Spotlight: WaterStep | WoW Cart 17:40

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🌊💧 Built in the Bluegrass is back with another Spotlight, featuring WaterStep and its life-changing WoW Cart – a participant in the Coolest Thing Made in Kentucky Tournament! 🏆 The WoW Cart (Water on Wheels) is revolutionizing access to clean water, bringing safe drinking water and sanitation to communities in need around the world. In this spotlig…

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Coolest Thing Made in Kentucky Spotlight: Beltways 13:56

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Welcome to another episode of Built in the Bluegrass, where we highlight the most innovative and exciting products made right here in Kentucky! 🔵🏆 In this episode, we sit down with Beltways, a standout competitor in the Coolest Thing Made in Kentucky Tournament. We dive into their story, the impact of their product, and what makes them a game-chang…

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Coolest Thing Made in KY Spotlight: Joseph Haydon & Armag Corporation 10:41

10M ago10:41

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🔦 Coolest Thing Made in KY Spotlight: Armag Corporation & Their EMP Shielded Generator Shelters In an increasingly uncertain world, protecting critical infrastructure from electromagnetic threats is more important than ever. That’s where Armag Corporation steps in, designing and manufacturing EMP Shielded Generator Shelters and HEMP Shielded ISO Co…

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Richard Connor of LockStock Cybersecurity & Analytics 42:02

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In this episode of Built In the Bluegrass, we’re diving into the world of cybersecurity with Rich Connor, President of LockStock Cybersecurity & Analytics. With the increasing threat of digital vulnerabilities, LockStock is on the front lines, providing cutting-edge security solutions to businesses big and small. Join us as we chat with Rich about …

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Scott Laskowski of OrganiLock: Three Year Update 25:48

1+ y ago25:48

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Discover the forefront of sustainability with OrganiLock, a pioneering company redefining eco-friendly solutions. Join us as we delve into their innovative soil feeding and waste management systems, crafted to revolutionize environmental conservation. From inception to global impact, uncover OrganiLock's journey and the transformative power of thei…

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Matt Jamie of Bourbon Barrel Foods 26:17

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Join us in this episode as we delve into the fascinating world of Bourbon Barrel Foods with the visionary entrepreneur and founder, Matt Jamie. From humble beginnings in Louisville, Kentucky, Matt embarked on a culinary journey that would lead him to create an empire built on the rich heritage of bourbon and the art of barrel aging. Discover the se…

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Tiffany Somerville of SpanTech Conveyors 16:12

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Join us for an exciting new episode featuring SpanTech’s Co-CEO, Tiffany Somerville. Established by her father, James “Bud” Layne, in his garage in 1978, SpanTech is now co-led by Tiffany Somerville and her sister, Lisa Held. Based in Glascow, KY, SpanTech specializes in custom conveyors designed to navigate any obstruction in your production proce…

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Michael Golway of Advanced Solutions, Inc. 26:15

1+ y ago26:15

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Join us for an insightful interview with Michael Golway, CEO of Advanced Solutions, Inc. (ASI). Founded in 1987 in Louisville, KY, ASI began as an Autodesk software reseller before Golway's acquisition in 2004 transformed it into a pioneering biofabrication technology company. Inspired by a visit to the Cardiovascular Innovation Institute in Louisv…

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2024 Coolest Thing Made In KY Spotlight: Campbellsville Industires Inc 7:44

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Kentucky Association of Manufacturers Coolest Thing Made in Kentucky voting is underway at coolestthingky.com. Having been established for 69 years, Campbellsville Industries is the oldest and largest steeple and cupola manufacturer in the US. We have completed well over 20,600 projects, including historical replications and new constructions. One …

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2024 Coolest Thing Made In KY Spotlight: HempWood 7:01

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Kentucky Association of Manufacturers Coolest Thing Made in Kentucky voting is underway at coolestthingky.com. HempWood® is a sustainable healthy building material. HempWood® is not only made in America but also only made in Kentucky. Find all Built In The Bluegrass links here https://linktr.ee/builtinthebluegrass We want to take a moment to thank …

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2024 Coolest Thing Made In KY Spotlight: Perfetti Van Melle 6:17

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Kentucky Association of Manufacturers Coolest Thing Made in Kentucky voting is underway at coolestthingky.com. Perfetti Van Melle is one of the world’s largest manufacturers and distributors of confectionery and chewing gum. With more than 150 global brands, Perfetti Van Melle chose Erlanger, KY as the home of #Airheads. Discover the awesomeness of…

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2024 Coolest Thing Made In Kentucky Spotlight: Link-Belt Cranes 4:58

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Kentucky Association of Manufacturers Coolest Thing Made in Kentucky voting is underway at coolestthingky.com. Celebrating 150 years of business in 2024, Link-Belt Cranes, at 2651 Palumbo Drive in Lexington, has entered into the contest their 300|AT. The 300-ton, five-axle 300|AT all-terrain crane is designed, manufactured, and built right here in …

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Inaugural 2023 Coolest Thing Made In Kentucky: General Motors Chevrolet Corvette 31:36

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Join us for an exclusive interview with Jon Andrews, the Plant Launch Operations Manager at General Motors Chevrolet Corvette. Since its production shift from St. Louis, MO to Bowling Green, Kentucky in 1981, General Motors has maintained the Corvette's legacy as an American icon for over three decades. We delve into the significance of this storie…

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Steven Dossey of Purple Toad Winery 26:10

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Join us as we interview Steven Dossey, General Manager and Wine Maker, of Purple Toad Winery. Headquartered in Paducah, KY, and founded in 2009, Purple Toad Winery was named after the color of your toes when grapes were pressed the old-fashioned way, with your feet. Purple Toad Winery found its niche within the gourmet sweet wine market where it co…

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Greg Wilson of HempWood 36:25

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Join us as we interview Greg Wilson, owner of Fibonacci LLC and Founder of HempWood. HempWood is located in Murray, Kentucky where the hemp industry was welcomed after the 2018 farm bill, and the first hemp seeds were planted in Kentucky. We talk with Greg about why he chose Kentucky as the home for HempWood, why hemp in the first place, and, most …

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#247: Meredith Rickel on Happiness, Climate, and The Oceans 1:15:48

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On Episode 247 I sit down with Meredith Rickel. Meredith is a friend of mine from CrossFit Roots and someone who I really enjoyed talking to. I had a fascinating conversation with Meredith today that ranged from talking about SEC Football to what happiness means to her, all the way to the climate and what's going wrong, what she thinks we can do ab…

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#246: Mike Tadros on Architecture, The Game Between the Ears, and Are We Too Safe? 1:24:28

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On Episode 246 I sit down with Mike Tadros. Mike is a newer member at CrossFit Roots and someone who I have had the pleasure of getting to know better over the past year or so. With this episode, I continue to dig in a little deeper with Mike in an attempt to discover more about who he is as a person versus him giving me a timeline of events of the…

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#245: Lisa Prodanovich on History, Open Discussion, and Critical Thinking 1:27:40

2+ y ago1:27:40

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On Episode 245 I sit down with Lisa Prodanovich. Lisa is a friend of mine from CrossFit Roots and someone who I really enjoy getting to see on a daily basis at Roots. Lisa works as a paralegal in Boulder but that detail was the least of our topics for discussion today. On today's episode, we talk about a wide range of topics that include history, r…

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#244: Mark Wilbourne on The Tunnels Underneath Vegas, Endurance Sports, and Adaptive CrossFit 1:08:37

2+ y ago1:08:37

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On Episode 244 I sit down with Mark Wilbourne. Mark is currently at CU for a bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering with a minor in Applied Math and a certificate in Engineering Leadership. He really enjoys engineering and analytical thinking and also working with people so he is looking into careers that combine the two. Mark would love to be …

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#243: Sara Sisenwein on Advertising, Running Track, and The Importance of CrossFit 1:12:38

2+ y ago1:12:38

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On Episode 243 I sit down with Sara Sisenwein. Sara is a friend of mine from CrossFit Roots and someone who comes to my Monday evening Strength class, arguably the best class we offer at CrossFit Roots, quite religiously. Sara ran track in high school and then went off to school at the University of Maryland. From there she got into Advertising. Mo…

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#242: Dr. Angelo DiLullo on Awakening-Part 2 1:23:19

2+ y ago1:23:19

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On Episode 242 I sit down with Dr. Angelo DiLullo for part two of our conversation on Awakening. Angelo is a practicing anesthesiologist and author of the book, "Awake: It's Your Turn". Today, Angelo and I take our conversation a step further and continue to dive into the idea of Awakening. Just like last time when I posted part one of this convers…

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#241: Project Warman Substack- Galaxy's Edge 3:53

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Here's a link to today's reading: https://open.substack.com/pub/projectwarman/p/galaxys-edge?r=28gbw9&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web If you want to keep up with my writing or check out my substack you can do so here: https://projectwarman.substack.com/ I also post all of my stories on Instagram with a link to take you to that exact same spot. I h…

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#240: Leia Schultz on Being a Spy, The Fun in CrossFit, and Have We Been to the Moon? 1:12:03

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On Episode 240 I sit down with Leia Schultz. Leia is a friend of mine from CrossFit Roots and someone who I find fascinating and interesting to talk to. Leia grew up in Boulder and returned to her hometown after getting her undergrad degrees in public relations and philosophy at Hofstra in New York. She now works as a product manager for a real est…

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Ben Mulling of TENTE Casters Inc 25:15

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Join us as we interview Ben Mulling, North American CEO, of TENTE Casters Inc. TENTE Casters Inc. is located in Hebron, KY, and is headquartered in Cologne, Germany. Their company motto is “Better Mobility. Better Life.” We speak to Ben about the impact of mobility TENTE’s casters have in everyday life, where we can find TENTE’s casters, and where …

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#239: Billy Edwards on The Marine Corps, Hard Versus Stupid, and The Art of Coaching 1:32:22

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On Episode 239 I sit down with Billy Edwards. Billy is a friend of mine from CrossFit Roots and someone who I always enjoy talking to when he walks through the door to work out. Billy served in the Marine Corps, where he was part of the US invasion of Iraq. While in the Marines he got into long, endurance type of events and started doing Iron Mans …

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#238: Welcome to my Project Warman Substack 6:41

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I have been a writer my entire life. It was something that I enjoyed as far back as I can remember in elementary school and it has stayed with me to this day. Recently, I was nudged by a friend(or a whole bunch of friends) to get on substack and start publishing my writing for the world to read. I'm a storyteller through and through. From my podcas…

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#237: Amy Jo Dimeglio on Seafood, Whole Foods, and CrossFit 1:09:12

2+ y ago1:09:12

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On Episode 237 I sit down with Amy Jo Dimeglio. Amy Jo is a friend of mine from CrossFit Roots and someone who I think is absolutely hilarious. Amy Jo is from New Jersey and after high school, she jumped right into the workforce and ended up working for a small family-owned supermarket in the seafood department for 17 years. After realizing that th…

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#236: Taylor Nelson on Twitter, Conspiracy Theories, and CrossFit 1:18:41

2+ y ago1:18:41

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My guest today is Taylor Nelson. Taylor is a friend of mine from CrossFit Roots and someone that I got to know a little bit better through this conversation. On this episode, we talk about his time swimming in college, becoming a swim coach, working at Twitter, conspiracy theories and censorship on social media, CrossFit, and a whole lot more! Than…

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#235: Sarah Brittain on The Mind, Taking Risks and Living Your Values 55:10

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My guest today is Sarah Brittain. Sarah is a friend of mine from CrossFit Roots and someone who I didn’t know a whole lot about going into this, but whom I really enjoyed talking to and learning more about today. On this episode, we talk about her journey from engineering to speech pathology to finance back to speech pathology, and then into real e…

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#234: Lindsay MacDonald on Her Coaching Journey, Ice Hockey, and What is Toughness? 1:20:43

2+ y ago1:20:43

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On Episode 234 I sit down with Lindsay MacDonald. Lindsay grew up in Boston and played Ice Hockey growing up through high school and then got into Rugby in college. In college, Lindsay majored in Psychology and Political Science. During this time she also started coaching CrossFit and got a job scooping ice cream which she describes as one of her f…