Best Ochsner Podcasts (2025)

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#18 Chris Neudecker: BHG Financial - Lending in Healthcare and decommissioning Business units from Salesforce 59:12

6h ago59:12

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Featured: Chris Neudecker Chris is Sr. Director of Engineering at BHG Financial With over 15 years in the Salesforce ecosystem Chris is known for his experience across enterprise system management and enterprise architecture. He has led multi-million dollar budget management and product/project delivery. Chris has built Salesforce applications for …

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Reducing the Chaos: Big Farm & Family Shifts for a Simpler Life 35:44

10h ago35:44

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Welcome back to Beyond the Crops, where farm life meets real life! Join your hosts, Jena Ochsner and Mary Pat Sass, for a candid and inspiring conversation about making big, intentional changes to remove chaos and prioritize what truly matters. Jena drops some significant news about shifts on their farm and in their family life, leading to a heartf…

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Summer Kick-Off: Navigating School's Out, Schedules, and Tips for Farm Wives with Kids at Home 51:01

5d ago51:01

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Welcome back to Beyond the Crops, where farm life meets real life! Join your hosts, Jena Ochsner and Mary Pat Sass, as they officially kick off summer! With the kids now out of school, they dive into the joys and challenges of shifting family rhythms, managing kids at home, and finding ways to embrace the beautiful chaos of summer. 📌 What We Cover …

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Encore: LABS: David Byrne and Patrik Svensson on the Eel Question 51:55

6d ago51:55

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Recorded Live at the Museum of Science in Boston on May 8, 2024, musician polymath and Talking Heads co-founder David Byrne talks with The Book of Eels author, Patrik Svensson. Even in today’s age of advanced science, no one has ever seen eels mating or giving birth, and we still don’t understand what drives them — after living for decades in fresh…

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Post-Planting Pep Talk: Healing, Homeopathy & Finding Our Rhythm Again 42:00

14d ago42:00

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Planting season is over! - Or is it?!?! In this candid and relatable episode, Jena and MP are keeping it real about feeling a bit under the weather, the shift in seasonal rhythms, and some interesting health and parenting nuggets they've been exploring. 📌 What We Cover in This Episode: ✅ Planting Season Wrap-Up (Mostly!) ✅ Not Feeling Their Best ✅ …

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#17 Dave Swidan: Veracyte - Comparing SAP Projects to Salesforce Projects 57:59

14d ago57:59

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Featured: Dave Swidan Dave is Senior Director, of Salesforce Engineering at Veracyte, Inc. A Senior Information Technology Leader with a demonstrated history of working in the high tech and Healthcare industry successfully managing large and small Projects/Programs supporting supply chain, sales, pricing, marketing, PLM, service and field service. …

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Precision Turfgrass Management with Dr. Briana Wyatt and Dallas Williams 34:22

19d ago34:22

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“Using electromagnetic induction to inform precision turfgrass management strategies in sand-capped golf course fairways” with Dr. Briana Wyatt and Dallas Williams Golf courses are well known for their beautiful greens, but overusing fertilizer and water to keep them looking pristine can lead to inefficient, expensive, and environmentally damaging …

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The Power of Precision: How FieldView is Shaping Modern Farming with Tom Verseman (Sponsored by FieldView) 58:35

22d ago58:35

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This episode of Beyond the Crops is brought to you by Climate FieldView. Welcome back to Beyond the Crops, where farm life meets real life! Join your hosts, Jena Ochsner and Mary Pat Sass, as they sit down with Tom Verseman, Digital Enablement Marketing Lead for Climate FieldView. They dive deep into the world of digital agriculture, how FieldView …

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No Shirt, No Shoes, No Service... Animals? 50:34

24d ago50:34

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Send us a text In this episode of Literally No One Cares, Jay returns from his hiatus (and a minor legal scuffle) to deliver a full-blown travel saga featuring service dog drama, three levels of airline management gaslighting, and one flight attendant named Susan who clearly woke up and chose violence. Joined by longtime friend Renae, the two spira…

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Building Sustainable Primary Care for Seniors w/ Tom Yackel, MD, MPH, MS, MBA 41:27

27d ago41:27

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Value-based care isn’t a new idea—but making it work in today’s fragmented system is anything but simple. In this episode of Health Care Rounds, John Marchica talks with Dr. Tom Yackel, Chief Clinical Excellence Officer at CenterWell Senior Primary Care, about what it really takes to deliver high-quality, cost-effective care to Medicare patients. D…

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Tommy Chong: Up In Smoke (Cannabis Science with Staci Gruber) 1:05:40

28d ago1:05:40

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Taped Live in Los Angeles at Dynasty Typewriter with cultural icon and comedy legend, Tommy Chong alongside world-renowned cannabis researcher, Dr. Staci Gruber (McLean Hospital/Harvard Medical School).Together, they do a deep dive on what science can tell us about cannabis use both recreational and clinical. Discover how cannabis is revolutionizin…

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It's Our 100th Episode! Celebrate With a Look Back 49:53

28d ago49:53

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Welcome back to Beyond the Crops, where farm life meets real life! Join your hosts, Jena Ochsner and Mary Pat Sass, as they celebrate a huge milestone – the 100th episode of the podcast! It's also (nearly) their two-year anniversary, and they're taking a trip down memory lane, reflecting on the journey, thanking their amazing listeners, and looking…

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The CRM Success Show - Season 2 Recap 6:22

28d ago6:22

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In this mini-episode, co-hosts David Masri & Khero Witey reflect on Season 1, what they enjoyed in Season2 and what is to follow for Season 3 and beyond. Talking with the people who own the largest and most complex CRM systems. https://www.crmsuccess.show/ Your Host on LinkedIn: Maz: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidmasri/ Khero: https://www.linked…

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How Patient-Reported Outcomes Create Value and Improve Health w/ Trafford Crump, Ph.D 47:34

1M ago47:34

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Value-based care is more than just a buzzword - it’s a fundamental shift in how we measure success in health care. In this episode of Health Care Rounds, John Marchica sits down with Dr. Trafford Crump, Associate Professor at McGill University, to discuss how patient-reported outcomes (PROs) can help us better understand the value of care from the …

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#16 Andy Wirtner: PlainsCapital Bank - Service Cloud Voice\AWS Contact Center 59:27

1M ago59:27

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Featured: Andy Wirtner, SVP Director, Banking Solutions PlainsCapital Bank. Andy is SVP Director, Banking Solutions at PlainsCapital Bank & has spent almost 14 years with the bank working his way up from Credit Analyst back in 2011. Andy’s team of 4 supports a Salesforce org of around 775 users, spanning Sales, Service, and some Marketing Cloud. Th…

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Planting Season Kick-Off: Farm Updates, Faith Reflections & Tallow News! 50:25

1M ago50:25

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Welcome back to Beyond the Crops, where farm life meets real life! Join your hosts, Jena Ochsner and Mary Pat Sass, for a heartfelt chat recorded in a rare "sliver of time" just before Easter, as the planting season looms large. This episode blends reflections on faith, the renewal of spring, and the very real hustle (and occasional hilarious chaos…

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The Soil Health Cycle with Dr. Bijesh Maharjan 38:33

2M ago38:33

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“Soil Health Cycle” with Dr. Bijesh Maharjan Researchers, advisers, and farmers alike know that soil health is important, but taking steps forward in the knowledge of which practices to use and their impacts can be difficult. Enter the soil health cycle, an iterative approach to help track how practices and their implementation take soil health for…

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Jessie Reyez: Palo Santo (Smell Science with Pamela Dalton) 53:04

2M ago53:04

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Join Grammy-nominated Colombian-Canadian singer, Jessie Reyez for a chat about her hypnotic ode to “Palo Santo”. We talk about smudging, incense rituals in Colombia vs North America, crowd surfing accidents, how we smell, why smells produce such strong emotional responses, the DOD’s “Stink Bomb” and more!…

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On-Farm Seed Treating with Ryan Sass 45:26

2M ago45:26

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Welcome back to Beyond the Crops, where farm life meets real life! Join your hosts, Jena Ochsner and Mary Pat Sass, as they bring in a special guest – MP's husband Josh and brother in law, Ryan Sass. With planting season just around the corner, they're diving deep into the process, benefits, and challenges of treating their own soybean seed right o…

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Mindset Shifts To Help You Thrive During Planting Season 35:16

2M ago35:16

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Welcome back to Beyond the Crops, where we bridge the gap between farm life and real life! Join your hosts, Jena Ochsner and Mary Pat Sass, as they gear up for the busy planting season. With spring break wrapping up and tractors potentially rolling soon, it's the perfect time to talk about mindset, self-care, and thriving through the chaos. 📌 What …

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#15 Melanie Dixon: Ochsner Health - Implementing Salesforce Health Cloud 1:02:21

2M ago1:02:21

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Featured: Melanie Holmes Dixon Melanie is currently Director, Enterprise Applications, Salesforce and RPA Sutter Health. Prior, she was Director, Technology Platforms & Automation for Ochsner Health managing a seven-figure budget and a portfolio of strategic technology projects including: Salesforce, ServiceNow, SharePoint, and UiPath. A notable hi…

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Pharmacy as a Strategic Asset in Health Systems w/ Dr. Tyson Frodin, AVP of Pharmacy, MultiCare 48:51

2M ago48:51

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In another installment of our Pharma Series, we're joined by Dr. Tyson Frodin, Assistant Vice President of Pharmacy at MultiCare, to explore the evolving role of pharmacy in health care. Tyson shares insights from his diverse career path - from his early experience in telehealth on a Navajo reservation, to leading pharmacy initiatives at a top heal…

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Crunchy Agronomy for Healthier Soils and a Healthier You: A Beyond the Crops Special Interview with Crop Cast by BW Fusion 1:07:40

2M ago1:07:40

1:07:40

Welcome back to Beyond the Crops, where we bridge the gap between farm life and real life. Join your hosts, Jena Ochsner and Mary Pat Sass, for a fun collaboration with the CropCast team from BW Fusion live from Commodity Classic 2025 in Denver, Colorado! 📌 What We Cover in This Episode: ✅ We start with the importance of relating holistic human hea…

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RÜFÜS DU SOL: INHALE/EXHALE (Breathwork Science with Jack Feldman) 53:20

2M ago53:20

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Join RÜFÜS DU SOL lead singer Tyrone Lindqvist for a deep dive on the breathing tools he and his band use to sustain their demanding live performances and on the experience that inspired their latest album. Also joining us is perhaps the best known expert on the subject from the science world, UCLA neurologist Dr. Jack Feldman. We cover the psyched…

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#14 Phil Ryan: Flexo Concepts - All in on Salesforce and Continues Improvement 1:03:51

2M ago1:03:51

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Featured - Phil Ryan Phil is VP of Operations and Technology for Flexo Concepts, innovators of TruPoint Polymer Doctor Blades for printing, coating, & surface cleaning applications. Phil has the unique privilege and pleasure of working closely with every member of the team to design, build, test and deploy over 75 apps and interfaces tailored to th…

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Surviving Storms, Power Outages, and Sketchy Facebook Marketplace Meet-ups 48:51

2M ago48:51

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In this episode of Beyond the Crops, we're coming to you in survival mode....literally. Jena is recording in the dark on day 3 of a power outage from an intense midwest spring snowstorm. We cover what it looks like when the unexpected happens, what we would change to be more prepared in the future, and some miracles and trials on the farm. MP is ca…

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The Hidden Cost of Health Care Data Silos w/ Jason Bryll, Principal, Parable Associates 42:07

2M ago42:07

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In this episode of Health Care Rounds, Host John Marchica sits down with Jason Bryll, Principal at Parable Associates, to unpack why health care organizations struggle with managing financial and patient data. They discuss the challenges of revenue cycle management, the headache of disconnected systems, and how better data practices can lead to bet…

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Beyond the Crops LIVE from Commodity Classic: The Evolution of Precision Ag 48:26

3M ago48:26

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In this episode of Beyond the Crops, Mary Pat and Jena are live from the Commodity Classic, interviewing Kendall from Case IH, and talking about new technology and the evolution of precision technology, followed by Alex from Case IH to discuss Case IH’s Sense Apply technology. 📌 What We Cover in This Episode: ✅ Kendall's background and how she came…

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Speed Breeding to Combat Wheat Disease with Drs. Nidhi Rawat and Vijay Tiwari 37:50

3M ago37:50

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“Evaluation of speed breeding conditions for accelerating Fusarium head blight and deoxynivalenol screening in wheat” with Nidhi Rawat and Vivek Tiwari. Fusarium head blight (FHB), also known as head scab, is one of the most significant diseases affecting wheat, causing substantial economic losses for farmers in the U.S. and worldwide. While FHB re…

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Our Commodity Classic Experience: New Tech, Insights, & More! 38:43

3M ago38:43

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In this episode of Beyond the Crops, Mary Pat and Jena give a recap of the Commodity Classic! Listen along and hear them talk about their experience and takeaways from the event. 📌 What We Cover in This Episode: ✅What each of the girls learned and what they’d like to do different next year. ✅All the interesting companies they visited and new inform…

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#13 Nilam Patel & Andy Vays : Rent.com - Service Cloud and Case Management 1:02:54

3M ago1:02:54

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Featured - Nilam Patel & Andy Vays Nilam Patel For the past 12 years, Nilam has been fully immersed in the Salesforce ecosystem, embracing its capabilities to drive transformation and innovation. As Sr. Manager, Engineering and tech enthusiast, she specializes in turning complex challenges into streamlined, process-driven solutions. With a proven t…

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The Intersection of Pharma, Business and Patient Care w/ Jon Brown, MHA, DPLA 49:43

3M ago49:43

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In another installment of our Pharma Series, we sit down with Jon Brown, MHA, DPLA, Director of Pharmacy-System Operations and Logistics at IU Health, to explore how his team is transforming pharmacy services. From launching one of the most advanced centralized pharmacy facilities in the country to navigating drug shortages and cutting costs, Jon s…

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LABS: BLOND:ISH and Kara Wiggin on Plastic and Circularity 47:46

3M ago47:46

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Join massive Canadian DJ BLOND:ISH for a conversation about seeking a life of balance, her philosophy on the exchange of energy and her non-profit “Bye Bye Plastic” which she started to help eradicate single use plastics from all aspects of the music industry. Also joining us is Dr. Kara Wiggin, a plastics researcher at Scripps Institution of Ocean…

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Family Farm Succession: Navigating Sibling Dynamics, Land Transfer & Estate Planning ( Ep 91) 1:04:36

3M ago1:04:36

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In this episode of Beyond the Crops, Jena and Mary Pat dive back into the important topic of succession planning with succession expert Ashlee Westerhold. They discuss what to consider when planning for the future of the farm, whether passing it down to the next generation, skipping a generation, or connecting with interested individuals outside of…

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#12 Abi Claus: Camping World - Getting the Requirements Right 57:03

3M ago57:03

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Episode: #12 Get to know your Guest. Featured - Abi Claus Abi Claus is a passionate Salesforce leader and tech enthusiast who thrives on transforming complex challenges into streamlined, efficient solutions. With a proven history of delivering large, multi-discipline technical solutions from initiation through implementation, her journey in the Sal…

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Faith Over Fear: Focusing on What We Can Control ( Ep 90) 45:03

3M ago45:03

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In this episode of Beyond the Crops, we’re tackling something that every farmer, rancher, and family faces—uncertainty. With markets, policies, weather, and world events constantly shifting, it’s easy to feel like everything is out of control. But while we can’t change the outside forces, we can control our mindset, faith, family life, routines, an…

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HCR Matt Porch Encore 1:12:30

3M ago1:12:30

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In this encore episode of Health Care Rounds, Matt Portch, Consultant at MPC&R LLC, joins host John Marchica to explore the evolving collaboration between pharmaceutical companies and Integrated Delivery Networks (IDNs). Additionally, Matt sheds light on how both have adapted to new technologies and market shifts. Matt is a seasoned pharmaceutical …

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Harvest, Hogs & Hindsight: A Farm Couple’s Recap (Ep 89) 57:11

3M ago57:11

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We’re bringing our husbands back to the podcast for a no-holds-barred conversation about the highs, lows, and lessons of the 2024 farming season. From harvest takeaways to hard-earned wisdom, we’re diving into what worked, what didn’t, and what we’re changing for next year. We also reflect on the challenges and wins of raising livestock, share our …

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Unrelatable! (w/Kristin Hermosillo) 1:02:49

4M ago1:02:49

1:02:49

Send us a text In this episode, Jay and Kristin share personal anecdotes ranging from parenting mishaps to a concussion incident. They discuss their recent experiences in Washington, D.C., including visits to museums and the Super Bowl. The conversation also touches on the complexities of tipping culture in the service industry and concludes with r…

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Economics of Autonomous Strip-Cropping with Professor James Lowenberg-DeBoer 34:46

4M ago34:46

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“Economics of strip cropping with autonomous machines” with James Lowenberg-DeBoer. With the growing global population, the demand for food continues to rise. However, increasing food production often depends on intensive farming practices and agricultural inputs that can negatively impact environmental health. To counter this, promoting crop diver…

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Encore: Duran Duran: Save a Prayer (Particle Physics with Brian Cox) 1:04:28

4M ago1:04:28

1:04:28

Duran Duran's Nick Rhodes and Particle Physicist Brian Cox discuss time travel, the intersection of politics and science and more!By Talkhouse

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#11 Chris Trivers: Valley Strong Credit Union - Inheriting an inflight implementation 1:07:32

4M ago1:07:32

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Featured Chris Trivers Chris has spent over 16 years in the Salesforce ecosystem with extensive industry experience within the Banking, Credit Union & Financial Services arena. Chris is currently Vice President and Enterprise Salesforce Leader for Valley Strong Credit Union, a $4 billion credit union that offers a full line of services for its memb…

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It's Us Again! Post-Holiday Farm Life on Beyond the Crops - (Ep 88) 50:21

4M ago50:21

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We're BACK after a much-needed break, and we're ready to tell you all about it and what's been going on behind the scenes! On this episode of Beyond The Crops we're catching you up on ALL the things. recapping holiday stomach bugs, much needed vacations, and our exciting new business ventures, as well as what to expect this year on the podcast! Kee…

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2025 Health Care Trends and Policy Predictions with John Driscoll 40:20

4M ago40:20

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What does it take to transform health care and address its most pressing challenges? Few individuals are as uniquely positioned to answer as John Driscoll. With a storied career as an author, chairman, investor, CEO, and host of the CareTalk podcast, John has had an impact on nearly every facet of the health care industry. Drawing from decades of l…

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Amateur Adulting (w/Kristin Hermosillo) 1:10:12

4M ago1:10:12

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Send us a text In this conversation, Jay and Kristin share personal updates, including birthday celebrations and travel experiences in New York City. Kristin also reflects on a recent work trip to the Bahamas, balancing business with leisure. The discussion shifts to financial planning, with Kristin stressing the importance of personalized advice a…

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#10 Imani Chopin: Brinks Home - RevOps 101 Do's and Don'ts of RevOps 42:26

4M ago42:26

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Featured Imani Chopin Imani is currently a Revenue Operations and Enablement Leader at a private equity-backed home security company, Brinks Home. She is overseeing customer acquisition strategy execution, pipeline analytics, process architecture, GTM systems, and transformational business initiatives. With over 10 years of experience, she has mana…

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Expanding Health Care Access with Portable Care Solutions w/ OnMed CEO Karthik Ganesh 44:16

4M ago44:16

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Health care access, especially rural health care, has long been defined by systemic challenges, including limited access to specialists, provider shortages, and geographic barriers hindering patient care. These obstacles continue to strain health systems and impact outcomes in underserved communities. But what if new technologies could address thes…

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Encore: Blondie: Rapture (Climate Science with Michael Mann) 45:26

4M ago45:26

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This episode originally aired on Feb 2, 2022. Debbie Harry and Chris Stein, co-founders of Blondie speak with climatologist Dr. Michael Mann about ancient climate history, the relationship between agriculture and climate, preventing climate catastrophe and much more.By Talkhouse

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Benefits of Microarthropods with Dr. Ashley Jernigan 33:06

5M ago33:06

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“Microarthropods improve oat nutritional quality and mediate fertilizer effects on soil biological activity” with Dr. Ashley Jernigan Microarthropods are little critters that can have a big impact on crop production, particularly when it comes to nutrient cycling and nutrient acquisition. However, there’s still much to learn about how the work thes…

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Increasing Transparency with Cost-Plus Drug Pricing w/ MakoRx Founder Vinay Patel 1:02:12

5M ago1:02:12

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Every year, medication prices keep going up, putting even more strain on Americans’ budgets. To make it worse, the price you see online often doesn’t match what you’re charged at the pharmacy counter. So why the lack of transparency? And equally important, what can be done to ease the pressure of these rising costs? Join Vinay Patel, founder of Mak…

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