Best Perfomance Podcasts (2025)

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AJW Unplugged - Perfomance Enhancing Drugs, Javelina Training, and Hip Replacement Update 50:28

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In this midseason Unplugged episode AJW laments the most recent positive drug test in trail running, gives an update on the Javelina Jundred and provides a little insight on his ongoing recovery from hip replacement surgeryBy Andy Jones-Wilkins

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Abby and Cordis Hall - Western States and the Fine Balance Between Running and Living 55:16

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In this latest episode in the partnership series AJW cracks a brew with 2025 Western States winner Abby Hall and her husband Cordis to talk about their collective experience at Western States and how they successfully balance elite ultramarathon training with their busy lives. Follow Abby @abby.k.hall Follow Cordis @cordisimo…

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FAITH, FAMILY, & FLORALS: HOW A DC NATIVE REVIVED A FAMILY FLORIST AND BUILT A GENERATIONAL COMMUNITY HUB. 49:20

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In episode 41, we sit down with Alexes Hagans, owner of Flowers by Alexes in Washington, DC. Alexes shares how a seed planted by her father, who rose from delivery driver to florist owner, became a multigenerational legacy. She opens up about closing the original shop, returning nearly two decades later, earning DC Chamber’s Retailer of the Year, a…

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City Minutes: A year of planning reforms 46:13

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Chief Executive Andrew Carter is joined by Maurice Lange, Analyst, and Ant Breach, Director of Policy and Research, to discuss planning reform. They explore how the government has been doing over the last year as they implement planning reforms to try and meet the housebuilding target as well as what might need to happen if we get a second planning…

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199. Riders Of The Palmetto Prairie - Part 2; with Sam Phares 1:01:14

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On this week's episode, we're concluding our two part coverage of Chapter 7 from Joe A. Akerman's classic book, Florida Cowman. Last week's episode covered the first part of the chapter and we conclude it this week by looking at topics such as Florida cow dogs, cracker cow ponies, wild cattle, Indian cowmen, and more. Join us and learn about cow hu…

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Jenn and Jeff Browning: Juggling Family, Running, and Life on the Go 56:24

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In this third episode of the Partnership Series AJW cracks a brew with Jenn and Jeff Browning to talk about managing a busy family and a complex running calendar all while maintaining marital harmony and working full-time. Learn all about Jeff and his various projects on his website https://www.giddyupultra.com/…

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198. Riders Of The Palmetto Prairie - Part 1; with Sam Phares 1:01:51

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Florida Cowman is one of those books that should be in every person's collection of books about Florida. Authored by Joe A. Akerman, Jr in collaboration with the Florida Cattlemen's Association to commemorate our nation's bicentennial, it's a painstakingly researched and very enlightening account of Florida's cattle history. Knowing that many of ou…

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FAITH, FAMILY, & FREEDOM: HOW TO USE LIFE INSURANCE TO BUILD A LEGACY. THIS IS THE PLAYBOOK THEY DON'T TEACH US. 1:09:56

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In this powerful episode of the Extraordinary Exchange Podcast, we sit down with Chris Hart, CEO of SOS Academy, life insurance educator, and servant leader. Chris breaks down the truth about financial freedom, building generational wealth, and creating impact in underserved communities. Chris shares his journey from working retail at Circuit City …

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City Minutes: The role of universities in city economies 12:11

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Chief Executive Andrew Carter is joined by Rob Johnson, Analyst, and Xuanru Lin, Researcher, to discuss the findings of our latest briefing 'Town and Gown: The role of universities in city economies '. They dive into the specific ways in which universities contribute to city economies and the potential impact of funding issues and proposed student …

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Cheryl and Karl Meltzer: Navigating the Peaks and Valleys in Running and Life 50:04

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In this second episode of the Partnership Series AJW cracks a brew with Cheryl and Karl Meltzer to discuss the highs and lows of a decades long relationship, some of their most memorable experiences over 30 years on the trails, and what the future holds for them as they enter their next chapter. Check out everything Karl is up to on his website htt…

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City Talks: My life at Centre for Cities 1:07:15

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In this very special episode of City Talks Andrew Carter is joined by the Centre for Cities' now former Director of Policy and Research, Paul Swinney, to reflect on his 16 years at the Centre for Cities as he moves on to his next adventure. They discuss what's changed, and what hasn't, in the last two decades in the world of economic policy, what b…

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Callie Vinson and Scott Traer - Arizona Ultrarunning's Dynamic Duo 49:01

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In this first episode of his "partnership series" AJW cracks a brew with Callie Vinson and Scott Traer to talk about balancing training and racing schedules, coaching, supporting one another, and celebrating the beauty of the Arizona Trail Running Scene. Follow Callie on Instagram @callievinson Learn about Scott's coaching here https://www.runfasta…

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UNLOCKING THE SECRETS TO SUCCESS AS A PRO BODY BUILDER, ARMY OFFICER, HUSBAND, AND FATHER. 1:06:47

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In this inspiring episode of The Extraordinary Exchange Podcast, we dive deep with Collin Richards, Army officer and professional body builder, about his incredible journey in bodybuilding and fitness. From balancing the rigor of military life with intense training, to mastering the mental and physical discipline required to compete at the highest …

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A Retrospective of Screwworm Eradication In Florida And It's Potential Resurgence 1:44:24

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The New World Screwworm was one of the costliest and most horrific diseases that livestock producers have ever faced. Its deadliest and costliest period for Florida cattlemen peaked in 1956-1957 at which point Florida cattle producers had had enough of it. Join us this week as we look back at the grassroots effort Florida's beef producers generated…

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196. Seminole Chief Cowkeeper And The Magic of The Alachua Basin 42:01

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Payne’s Prairie basin is a natural resource of not only state, but national importance and the lush grasses, flowering plants, and other vegetation that cover this basin act as a filter purifying water throughout the vast wetland which is a big reason why it has drawn humans and wildlife to it over the last 12,000 years. In this episode, we'll take…

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City Talks: Rt Hon Greg Clark on the new Industrial Strategy 46:03

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Centre for Cities’ Chief Executive Andrew Carter is joined by Rt Hon Greg Clark, member of the Industrial Strategy Advisory Council and former Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities and for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy. With Government’s Industrial Strategy White Paper published, Greg explains what the Advisory Cou…

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City Talks: Remote working and the future of cities 50:40

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Chief Executive Andrew Carter is joined by Matt Clancy, Senior Programme Officer at Open Philanthropy and the creator of New Things Under the Sun, a living literature review on social science research about innovation. Drawing on Matt's interest in science, innovation and technology they discuss hybrid working, productivity, cities and the future o…

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City Minutes: The varying perfomance of high streets 17:01

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Chief Executive Andrew Carter is joined by Paul Swinney, Director of Policy and Research, to discuss the findings of our latest report 'Checking out: The varying performance of high streets across the country'. They dive into why high streets perform differently from city to city and what can be done to further improve successful high streets and t…

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City Talks: Delivering new towns 55:08

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Chief Executive Andrew Carter is joined by Tom Aubrey, Founder of Credit Capital Advisory and Visiting Senior Fellow at LSE, and Maurice Lange, Analyst at Centre for Cities. Drawing on Tom's knowledge of financing housing and infrastructure in the UK they discuss how to deliver projects at the scale of a new town, looking at the organisation and co…

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195. Elmo Johnston's Memories of Cowhuntin' And Cracker Livin'; with Jim Johnston 1:09:51

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We're back from our summer break with a conversation you don't want to miss. True friends are worth their weight in gold and our guest this week is one such individual. Jim Johnston seldom meets a stranger and has plenty of stories to share in his own right, but in this conversation we cover some fantastic stories and memories passed down by his da…

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ARTISTIC LEGACY IN MOTION: HOW TO HARNESS THE POWER OF A PURPOSE DRIVEN BUSINESS IN THE PERFOMING ARTS WORLD. 1:09:23

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What does it really take to turn passion into profit in the performing arts world? In this powerful episode of The Extraordinary Exchange, we sit down with entrepreneur and creative visionary, Taryca Baltimore, the founder and CEO of Legacy Performing Arts Company in Maryland. From the studio floor to the boardroom, Taryca shares her real, raw, and…

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City Minutes: Enterprise Zones 22:58

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Chief Executive Andrew Carter is joined by Victoria Sutherland, Deputy Director of Evidence at the What Works Centre for Local Economic Growth to discuss their recent rapid evidence review on Enterprise Zones. The need for an evidence-backed approach is all the more relevant as Government's new Industrial Strategy puts a 'zone' approach at the cent…

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AJW Unplugged - The Western States 100 2025 Show 47:25

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In this most recent edition of AJW Unplugged, AJW discusses intriguing storylines going into this year's race, makes his predictions for top-5 men and women, and shares what his plans are for Race Day. Follow AJW on Instagram @ajoneswilkinsBy andy jones-wilkins

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City Minutes: Reflections on the Industrial Strategy 14:20

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Chief Executive Andrew Carter is joined by Paul Swinney, Director of Policy and Research, for the Centre for Cities’ first reflections on today’s Industrial Strategy. They run through the documents pros and cons including what it means for the big city regions that sit at the heart of the plan as well as the elected mayors that represent them.…

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194. Light Ranching, Heavy Fishing, and Summer Under The Florida Sun; with Sam Phares 54:30

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As we roll further into June and the mercury climbs higher, Sam and I banter about the current state of the cattle business, recap some recent events in our life and around the state, and discuss many of the things that make summer in Florida a special time. We also touch on the Florida Cattlemen's Association Annual Convention and Allied Trade Sho…

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City Talks: City branding with ING Media 52:52

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Chief Executive Andrew Carter is joined by Jake Nunley, City Specialist, and James Child, Head of Research, for ING Media, strategic communications specialists for the built world. They discuss city branding, how it's changing in a digital world and the implications of these changes for what cities do and should be doing. They also draw on findings…

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City Minutes: Reflections on the Spending Review 23:26

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Chief Executive Andrew Carter is joined by Paul Swinney, Director of Policy and Research, for the Centre for Cities' first reflections on today's Spending Review. They run through the key statements on economic growth and what they mean for cities including announcements on local public transport, industrial strategy, social housebuilding, local go…

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Topher Gaylord - Honoring Older Runners at Western States and the Future of the Race 1:09:07

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In this episode AJW cracks a brew with Topher Gaylord, veteran ultrarunner and President of the Board of Directors of the Western States 100. In their conversation they discuss the tradition of honoring older runners at Western States, the outlook for the 2025 race, and the long term future of the event. Follow Topher on Instagram @tgaylord…

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193. Rhythms and Rhymes From The Range 37:38

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Sit back and relax for the next half hour or so as we share some cowboy poetry focused on the cycles and rhythms of change and how perseverance and resilience will carry you through those transitions. It's a bit of a follow up to our last episode on the same topic, but the message is delivered as only cowboy poetry can do it.…

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Jan Vleck - From Boston to Olympic Valley, transitioning from road marathons to Western States 58:53

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In this episode AJW cracks a brew with 72 year old Jan Vleck from Olympia, Washington to discuss his transition from roads to trails, his love of the Pacific Northwest Trail scene, and his specific training on the road to the 2025 Western States.By andy jones-wilkins

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City Talks: Comparing regional governments across Europe 40:09

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Chief Executive Andrew Carter is joined by Arjan Schakel, Research Professor at the University of Bergen and expert on regional governance and territorial politics. They discuss Arjan's work on the Regional Authority Index, which measures the authority in self rule and shared rule exercised by regional governments, in order to get a sense of how re…

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Episode 10 EN - ContiCure and GENTLEPRO - Prevention and treatment of incontinence and intimate health 25:42

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Non-invasive magnetic therapy uses electromagnetic fields to treat various health conditions. Some studies indicate that it can be helpful in the treatment of incontinence, for example, by stimulating and strengthening the pelvic floor muscles. Shockwave therapy generates radial waves that have been shown to stimulate increased blood flow in the ti…

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192. Resilience Is The Key to Thriving In Florida 44:28

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After dealing with some family business prompted a lot of deep thinking, we decided to switch up from our originally planned episode this week to share some of those thoughts in a brief monologue while also paying tribute to a family member. Sorry to be a little late getting it pushed out the door, but we hope y'all enjoy it and pass it along to ot…

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City Minutes: Reforming anti-supply measures 16:47

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Chief Executive Andrew Carter is joined by Ant Breach, Associate Director, to discuss our latest report Breaking the Bottlenecks: Reforming ‘anti-supply measures’ to support urban housebuilding. They dive in to each of the five anti-supply measures we identified that should be reviewed by national Government and in the new version of London Plan as…

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191. Functional Design and Florida Flair: A Conversation With Florida's Only Custom Bootmaker; featuring Seth Carswell of Florida Boot Co. 1:11:32

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Seth Carswell has a passion for custom design, craftsmanship, and legacy. As Florida's only custom boot maker, Seth's artistry, traditional technique, and commitment to detail are evident in every stitch of his boots. As a 3rd generation Floridian, his family background lies in timber production and he spent much of his younger years involved in th…

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AJW Unplugged: Reflections on My Cocodona 250 Experience 48:33

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In this episode of AJW Unplugged AJW reflects on his recent experience running the Cocodona 250. Along the way he ruminates about some of the people he met, the lessons he learned, and the ways in which the event will likely alter the way he makes his way in the world. Follow AJW on Instagram @ajoneswilkins…

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Nick Bassett - The Oldest Western States Finisher Attempts to Break His Own Record 49:25

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In this episode AJW cracks a brew with 80 year old Nick Bassett who last finished Western States at the age of 73 and is attempting to become the first 80 year old to complete the race. In this wide ranging discussion they discuss training, race execution, and Nick's long history with the event.By Andy Jones-Wilkins

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[SPECIAL REBROADCAST] 52. Florida's Cowboy Entertainer Extraordinaire; with whipmaker, Hollywood stuntman, and Rodeo Perfomer Gordie Peer 1:27:00

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Tune in this week for a special rebroadcast in honor of Mr. Gordie Peer and prepare to be amazed at the incredible life he lived. Before settling down in Florida as a working cowboy, Gordie had been a rodeo specialty act performer, Hollywood stuntman, and so much more. Don't miss his amazing stories!…

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City Minutes: What the local election results mean for the Government's plan for growth 15:56

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Chief Executive Andrew Carter is joined by Paul Swinney, Director of Policy and Research, to discuss the results of last week's local elections and what they mean for growth in the country. They explore the myth of "left behind" places and how government policy should respond to the political discontent signalled by the rise in votes for Reform UK.…

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Episode 10 DE - ContiCure und GENTLEPRO - Prävention und Behandlung von Inkontinenz und Intimgesundheit 33:03

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Die nicht -invasive Magnetfeldtherapie nutzt elektromagnetische Felder, um verschiedene gesundheitliche Beschwerden zu behandeln. Einige Studien weisen darauf hin, dass sie u. a. bei der Behandlung von Inkontinenz hilfreich sein kann, indem sie die Beckenbodenmuskulatur stimuliert und stärkt. Bei der Stoßwellentherapie werden radiale Wellen erzeugt…

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Ed Willson - Returning to Western States 20 Years Later, Reflections and Revelations 45:16

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In this episode AJW Cracks a brew with 70 year old Oregonian Ed Willson to talk about his training for Western States and what he feels are the "Four Pillars of Success" for older Western States runners.By Andy Jones-Wilkins

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City Talks: Land power with Professor Michael Albertus 42:26

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Chief Executive Andrew Carter is joined by Professor Michael Albertus, Professor of Political Science at the University of Chicago. They discuss Michael’s latest book, Land power: who has it, who doesn’t, and how that determines the fate of societies, which tackles how land came to be power within human societies, how it shapes power and how its al…

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Michael Koppy - Running Western States after 10 years of trying 49:00

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In this episode AJW cracks a brew with 74 year old Michael Koppy, an accomplished ultrarunner from Duluth, Minnesota. Michael talks about his career running 200+ mile races and his long 10 year journey to the Western States starting line. Consider a contribution to Michael's favorite charity, the Duluth YMCA…

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REVOLUTIONIZING MENTAL HEALTH: HOW SOUL CARE IS POSITIVELY CHANGING THE MENTAL HEALTH NARRATIVE FOR THE CULTURE. 1:10:18

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What happens when a trailblazing psychologist reimagines care for the African American community beyond the boundaries of tradition? In this powerful episode of The Extraordinary Exchange Podcast, Dr. Calisha Brooks shares her groundbreaking approach to mental wellness, blending soul care, cultural understanding, and innovative modalities that spea…

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190. The Great Florida Cattle Drive 2026; with Jim McAlister 1:07:15

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Since its inception in 1993, the Florida Cow Culture Preservation Committee has remained dedicated to preserving Florida's cow culture as well as its Cow Hunter and Cracker heritage. In addition to organizing and executing countless cattle drives and trail rides, the FCCPC works tirelessly to celebrate the unique and foundational role that cattle h…

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Michel Polletti - From Chamonix Around the World to Western States 35:53

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In this first episode of Season 10 AJW cracks a brew with French ultrarunner Michel Polletti. Michel is one of six 70+ year olds in this year's Western States and in this episode he explains why he is undertaking a particularly unorthodox approach to the race in 2025. Check out Michel's results hereBy Andy Jones-Wilkins

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City Talks: Delivering the Government’s growth mission with Dan Tomlinson 47:41

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Chief Executive Andrew Carter is joined by Dan Tomlinson, MP for Chipping Barnet since 2024 and the national champion for the Government’s growth mission. They discuss Dan’s background as a councillor and former policy wonk, why he decided to enter the world of politics and his ambitions to help reform the planning system and deliver on the Governm…

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WAX, WICKS, AND A DREAM: LIGHTING UP THE CANDLE INDUSTRY BY TURNING PASSION INTO PROFIT AND MAKING IT SMELL AMAZING 53:37

6M ago53:37

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Get ready to level up your entrepreneurial game with our latest episode of The Extraordinary Exchange Podcast. Join us as we dive into the world of candle making with the unstoppable London Cooper, founder and CEO of London Wick. In this insightful episode, London shares her captivating story, taking us behind the scenes of her journey in the candl…

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Twenty years on from the UK Housing Supply Review with Dame Kate Barker 39:59

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Chief Executive Andrew Carter is joined by Dame Kate Barker, a British economist appointed by the Government in 2003 to conduct an independent review of UK Housing Supply which presented recommendations to the UK government for securing future housing needs. Twenty years on from the publication of the Barker report Andrew and Kate reflect on what h…

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189. The Swamp Fox of the Confederacy: Capt. John Jackson Dickison, one of Florida's Forgotten Figures 1:02:52

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Florida's role in the War Between the States is easily and often overlooked. She was third behind South Carolina and Mississippi to secede from the Union. While the battles fought on her soil never rose to the level of those farther north in the main theater of war, Florida's supply and defensive roles were critical to the Southern cause. As easily…