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Welcome to the monthly podcast, where small business owners from across the UK and Ireland discuss the challenges of running their businesses and what they have overcome to become successful. Running a small business can be challenging, with many ups and downs; this podcast is jam-packed with tips and tricks for growing your business today. Whether you're just planting the seeds of your startup or looking to branch out, 'Roots to Revenue.' Tune in, SMASH that like button and let's grow together.
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** Ad-free episodes are available to our paid supporters over at patreon.com/geeks ** Host David Barr Kirtley, author of the book Save Me Plz and Other Stories, talks geek culture with guests such as Neil Gaiman, George R. R. Martin, Richard Dawkins, Simon Pegg, Bill Nye, Margaret Atwood, Neil deGrasse Tyson, and Ursula K. Le Guin. Geek’s Guide to the Galaxy has appeared on recommended podcast lists from NPR, The Guardian, Wired, The A.V. Club, BBC America, CBC Radio, WVXU, io9, Omni, The St ...
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Have you ever thought about writing your first book? After writing my first novel, I wanted to uncover how other authors went from an idea to a published book. Hopefully, you can find the motivation to take your idea to a printed book. We are here to motivate you; once you publish it, we can have you on the Author Eche. Tell Us Your Story.
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Gary Barlow extends his personal conversations with some of the world’s most exciting songwriters as he delves beyond the melodies and lyrics to discover the stories behind the songs. What really makes a great song? Gary Barlow has written some of the most beloved of the last few decades, and in this new series he meets fellow musicians and songwriters to get the inside story on what really makes the magic happen in the studio. From Barry Gibb to MNEK, Paloma Faith to Robbie Williams and man ...
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Living The Next Chapter: Inspiring Conversations with Amazing Authors and Writers - Better Questions, Better Conversations, Better Connections Are you an avid reader or an aspiring writer seeking inspiration to embark on your own literary journey? Look no further! Welcome to "Living The Next Chapter," the podcast that celebrates the world of books and writing. Join us as we connect you with captivating authors who have mastered the art of storytelling. Each episode promises an enlightening c ...
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Episode 535 - Lynn Greenberg and Jonathan Greenberg - Robby the Dyslexic Taxi and the Airport Adventure, what makes you different is what makes you great Robby the taxi has dyslexia, but he doesn’t let that stand in the way of doing a great job driving riders all around the city. Even though he can’t read the street signs, he has a wonderful memory…
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Anthony Ha joins us to discuss the first eight stories in the book The Best of Greg Egan, part of the SF Masterworks series of science fiction classics. Stories discussed: "Learning to Be Me" (20:42), "Axiomatic" (44:03), "Appropriate Love" (50:10), "Into Darkness" (1:00:30), "Unstable Orbits in the Space of Lies" (1:14:47), "Closer" (1:26:42), "Ch…
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In this engaging conversation, Travis Davis interviews Gary Quesenberry, an Army veteran and author, about his journey into writing and the themes of his new book, 'Homecoming.' They discuss Gary's background, the importance of situational awareness, and the writing process, including character development and the transition from nonfiction to fict…
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In this episode of Ingredient Insiders, hosts John and Andrea from Chef’s Warehouse are joined by Antonia Lofaso—winner of Tournament of Champions VI and Executive Chef of Scopa Italian Roots and DAMA. Antonia opens up about her recent culinary victory, how her passion for golf influences her approach in the kitchen, the role of confidence in both …
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Episode 534 - Peter Gribble - Welcome to the City of the Magicians - a looming crisis is about to reinvigorate Magic in all its wonders and dangers Canadian Author, Peter Gribble has written for NUVO and other magazines in British Columbia. For over ten years he wrote a monthly gardening column for a local Vancouver paper. The City of the Magicians…
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Episode 533 - Corinna Dunn - Note To Self - Lessons on Trauma and Thriving in its Aftermath Corinna is a complete boss. She is always up for a new challenge and that is why she has worn so many hats. She is a survivor of childhood sexual abuse, childhood mental abuse, sexual assault and domestic violence. It was these experiences that drove her to …
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Episode 532 - Courtney Hennis - Mailbox Friends, The Loss of A Spouse, Grief and the Power of a Letter Hi everyone, I’m a new author, and I’m excited to share my latest book, Breaking: Understanding the Loss of a Partner. This book is deeply personal—it reflects my journey as a widow and was written in the wake of my spouse’s passing. My hope is th…
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In this episode of Ingredient Insiders, hosts John and Andrea from Chef's Warehouse sit down with Robbie Felice, the award-winning chef and restaurateur behind Viaggio, Osteria Crescendo, pastaRAMEN, and Bar Mutz. Robbie shares his passion for working with Brandt Beef, the lessons they don’t teach you in culinary school, and how he pushed his creat…
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Episode 531 - Dr. Veronica Murray - What Do You Want - The Farmer's Orchard Dr. Veronica Murray, Ph.D., NBC-HWC is the author of the self-help book, The Farmer's Orchard. A book that inspires self-discovery, self-love, and a growth mindset. Dr. Murray is an Organic Wellness Practitioner with over 30 years of experience in the health and wellness in…
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Episode 530 - Wendy A Horwitz - Author of Milkweed and Honey Cake - A Memoir in Ritual Moments Raised in small-town Connecticut, educated in public schools, then Harvard and Temple Universities, I’ve had a mixed metaphor of a career. I’ve been a (happy) fish out of water: a doctoral student in psychology with an undergraduate history degree; a psyc…
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In this engaging conversation, Erica Sherlock shares her journey as a first-time author of 'Through Quick and Quinn,' a young adult novel inspired by her experiences as a teacher. The discussion delves into the themes of mindfulness in education, the importance of open discourse, and the challenges of marketing a new book. Erica reflects on her wri…
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Tom Gerencer joins us to discuss the book The Top of the Volcano: The Award-Winning Stories of Harlan Ellison, which contains 11 stories not included in Harlan Ellison’s Greatest Hits. Stories discussed: "A Boy and His Dog" (1:39), "The Region Between" (37:12), "Basilisk" (48:29), "Adrift Just Off the Islets of Langerhans: Latitude 38° 54' N, Longi…
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Episode 529 - Karen Essex - Award-winning journalist and a screenwriter and author of Kleopatra About the Author Karen Essex is the author of Kleopatra, Pharaoh, Stealing Athena, Dracula in Love, and the international bestseller Leonardo’s Swans, which won Italy’s prestigious 2007 Premio Roma for foreign fiction. An award-winning journalist and a s…
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On this season premiere episode of Ingredient Insiders, John and Andrea from Chef's Warehouse sit down with Eden Grinshpan, host of Top Chef Canada and author of the upcoming cookbook Tahini Baby (releasing April 22nd). Eden shares what it’s like behind the scenes of Top Chef Canada, why tahini deserves a place in every kitchen, and how the ingredi…
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Thinking about going solo? This is the reality of leaving a franchise and building something of your own. In this episode of Roots to Revenue, we chat with Sean from Lawn Right — a business owner who left a franchise to go independent and now uses YouTube to grow his brand. We cover how he found his first clients, used Facebook ads to generate lead…
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Episode 528 - Samantha Rose - Emmy award-winning television writer and bestselling author, specializing in literary support and book collaboration with celebrities Samantha Rose is an Emmy award-winning television writer and a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author who specializes in literary support and book collaboration with celebrities…
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Episode 527 - Bruce Bishop - Future Historical Fiction, A Trilogy and a new book, Grow up, Rory Rafferty Why I write fiction Like many authors, I began writing stories from a young age. I was lucky to pursue a career in travel writing from the mid-1990s to the mid-2010s, both online and in print. Those assignments literally and figuratively opened …
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Join your hosts, John Magazino & Andrea Parkins, in the new season of Ingredient Insiders as they celebrate 40 years of Chef's Warehouse! We’re talking with world-renowned chefs to discuss their culinary journey, their favorite ingredients, and the producers of those ingredients. See our trailer on YouTube HERE! Follow us on Instagram: ingredientin…
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Episode 526 - Brenda May Whiteman - UNMET NEEDS NEVER GO AWAY - A New Paradigm for Raising Our Children in the 21st Century We are all individuals with personal life experiences that shape and mold us in both constructive and challenging ways. It is necessary to integrate and metabolize the emotional, psychological, spiritual and physical component…
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Episode 525 - Richard DeVeau - Light's Out - We Paint a Picture of a special forces veteran, CIA officer, and leader of Boston's Homeland Security team About the author After majoring in marketing at Bentley University, Richard spent a career as a copywriter and creative director serving such clients as Red Lobster, Ducati Motorcycles, Marriott Hot…
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Episode 524 - Josh Mendoza - Filmmaker, Storyteller and Author of Shadow of the Eternal Watcher Josh Mendoza is a screenwriter, director, producer and author. Mendoza is the founder of Strike the Sun Entertainment, and his movie work has been recognized by film festivals and competitions alike. He is best known for his feature film, WHAT STILL REMA…
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Episode 523 - Paul Vecchiet - The Disclosure Paradox, science fiction novels ABOUT THE AUTHOR Paul Vecchiet was born in Trieste, Italy and came to the United States with his parents at the age of three. He’s lived most of his life in Chicago suburbs. He graduated from the University of Illinois with a degree in architecture design. Soon after, he j…
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Episode 522 - Julie Strong - The Tudor Prophecy, An epic, literary tale blending Game of Thrones and Little Women Julie Strong is a soon-to-be-retired family physician in Halifax, Nova Scotia; she has an ongoing shamanic practice where she addresses the spiritual causes of illness. Julie was born in Manchester, England, grew up in Wales, Australia,…
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Mercurio D. Rivera joins us to discuss the first nine stories in the short story collection The Best of Larry Niven, edited by Jonathan Strahan. Stories discussed: "Becalmed in Hell" (5:10), "Bordered in Black" (17:54), "Neutron Star" (26:35), "The Soft Weapon" (38:16), "The Jigsaw Man" (56:27), "The Deadlier Weapon" (1:02:55), "All the Myriad Ways…
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Episode 521 - Mario Halim Wissa - Empowering minds, one word at a time and Unleashing Communication for a brighter tomorrow With over two (2) decades of experiences in the field of communication [interpersonal and intrapersonal], I have dedicated my journey to fostering meaningful connections and driving positive change through effective dialogue. …
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EPISODE 520 - Vincent Valkier - Author of Science Fiction, Fantasy, and Horror stories Book: Digital Soul is a collection of three short stories bookended by two novellas that seeks to examine humanity's rapidly changing relationship with technology and the hidden dangers and costs associated with technological evolution. The opening novella is set…
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Episode 519 - Brandon Neely - Author of Five Smooth Stones - A Journey of Financial Centering Five Smooth Stones: A Journey of Financial Centering Unlock your financial potential with Five Smooth Stones, the innovative money journal designed for high achievers. This powerful tool provides clear, actionable steps to reach your financial goals with c…
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How to Use LinkedIn to Grow Your Business and Increase Revenue – if you’re not using LinkedIn the right way, you’re leaving money on the table! In this episode, we’ll show you how to leverage LinkedIn to boost your visibility, attract the right clients, and drive real revenue. No fluff, just actionable tips to optimise your profile, build meaningfu…
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"The Offer That Changed Everything: Going Big After Selling My Business" In this episode of the Roots to Revenue Podcast, hosts Robbie and Jason sit down with Bryan Hynds, founder of Bryan Hynds grass machinery. Brian shares how a life-changing offer led him to sell his successful landscaping business and transition into growing a thriving machiner…
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Episode 518 - Dr. Paul Corona - The Doctor for Depression, Author of The Corona Protocol - A Scientifically Proven Medical Solution to Stop Addiction, Bullying, Homelessness, School Shootings Dr. Paul Corona "The Doctor for Depression" Achieve optimal mental and physical health by unlocking secret truths about your own mind/body connection. Book: T…
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Episode 517 - Carolyn Nicholson - Stories From the Isle of Skye in the Scottish Highlands - A land full of fairies, witches, water monsters, ghosts, and other supernatural creatures Carolyn was born in Bridgetown, Nova Scotia, worked in the health information management field, taught in post-secondary education, and was in ministry in The United Ch…
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Episode 516 - Matt Drago - Actor Staring in SOMEWHERE IN MONTANA - Bringing A Script to the Screen Matt Drago is an actor living in Los Angeles. Best known for his role as Fabian in SOMEWHERE IN MONTANA, he has appeared in a variety of other projects including Disney’s Counting Scars viral video, What Would Jesus Do: The Journey Continues, Ridley S…
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Episode 515 - Andrew Sillen - Kidnapped at Sea - The Civil War Voyage of David Henry White About the author Andrew Sillen (B.A. Brooklyn College '74; Ph.D. University of Pennsylvania '81) is a visiting research scholar in the department of anthropology at Rutgers University. He has authored or co-authored over 50 academic and popular articles on ar…
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In this engaging conversation, Travis Davis speaks with Lynn and John, co-authors of 'Robby the Dyslexic Taxi and the Airport Adventure.' They discuss their personal experiences with dyslexia, the creative process behind their book, and the challenges of self-publishing. John shares his artistic journey and how he found his voice through art, while…
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Episode 514 - Dana S Diaz - How Narcissistic Abuse Creates Confusion and Conflict Within Victims Dana S. Diaz studied journalism and psychology at DePaul University. While there’s no better teacher than life experience and Dana has had life-long experiences with narcissistic abuse, her education did give her the ability to accurately verbalize and …
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EPISODE 513 - M.T. Solomon - Women's SciFi Fantasy, Liar Queen, Setting Down Past Trauma About Born in the American South and raised in the remote wilderness of Alaska, M.T. Solomon has been writing books since she was six years old. At the age of eleven she wrote and hand-stitched the binding to her own story: a riff of Calvin and Hobbes with a fe…
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In this engaging conversation, dark fantasy author Kerry Bernard shares her journey into writing, discussing her latest book, world-building techniques, and the challenges of the writing process. She delves into character development, the importance of marketing for authors, and her plans for future projects, including a trilogy. The discussion hig…
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Episode 512 - Sara Winokur - Iceland, Chess, DNA, Science and Historical Mystery Fiction Sara Winokur is a geneticist, researcher, and author. Her historical fiction and cultural thrillers embody elements of DNA and forensic science, as she has a Ph.D. in molecular genetics. Her research helped identify mutations underlying muscular dystrophy, and …
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EPISODE 511 - Margie Zable Fisher - The Cabernet Club, A Novel, Two Authors and A Mother Daughter Project After I turned 50, I decided to live my best life. I began running and competing in triathlons and shifted from running my P.R. business to becoming a full-time writer and author. I love helping other people (especially women) over 50 make thei…
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Episode 510 - Janet Wiszowaty - Former RCMP dispatcher heals her PTSD through writing Author, International Speaker, First Responder Advocate. Certified Success Principes Trainer, Mentor & Now What Coach supporting you moving forward. About the author Janet's adventurous spirit is seen in everything she does, from a 30-year career with the Royal Ca…
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Episode 509 - Stacey Sanderson - Heart Wide Open, A Holistic Guide to Self Recovery from Narcissistic Wounding - No Not Enought Button, No Wake Sign Stacey Sanderson and I'm a Registered Psychotherapist and Holistic Life Coach. It's my mission to help people heal and release relationship patterns and step into their power. As part of my own healing…
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Episode 508 - A X Foster - GAVEL TO GAVEL and DOUBLE BLIND - THE SENECA COUNTY COURTHOUSE SERIES A. X. Foster was a prosecutor in Maryland for 20 years and then opened up his own law firm where he represented criminal defendants for an additional 15 years. As a prosecutor, he tried approximately 100 jury trials, including homicides, sexual assaults…
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In this episode, Travis Davis interviews author Nate Koszer, who discusses his journey as a writer, the challenges of publishing, and the intricacies of marketing his novels, 'Latency' and 'Kinetics'. Nate shares insights into his writing process, the importance of family support, and offers advice for aspiring authors. The conversation delves into…
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Episode 507 - Richard Sparks - Richard Returns to Share His Next Project, to celebrate news about The Schoolmaster skit and Rowan Atkinson's creative license Richard Sparks One morning in 1979 I got a call from an understandably excited Rowan Atkinson. “John Cleese just called. He’s asked me to be in his new charity show – and can I do The Schoolma…
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In this engaging conversation, Laura Yates discusses her journey as a children's book author, focusing on her series 'Misty the Unicorn.' She shares her motivations for writing, the inspiration behind her characters, and the themes of traditional values and family love present in her work. Laura also delves into the challenges of marketing her book…
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Episode 506 - Lisa F Rosenberg - Author of Fine, I’m A Terrible Person - a funny, heart wrenching, adult mother daughter story Lisa F. Rosenberg has a B.A. from U.C. Berkeley in Art History, a M.A. in Graduate Humanities and a MFA in Creative Writing from Dominican University of California. Her early professional career was in the blue-chip retail …
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🚀 In this episode of the Roots to Revenue Podcast, Robbie and Jason are joined by lawn care expert Richard Salmonto to tackle one of the biggest challenges for small business owners—raising prices without losing customers! 💰 ✅ Learn how to: Use the ACID test to set the correct prices 🧪 Gradually increase prices without scaring customers away 📊 Cond…
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Episode 505 - Jordan Reed - Blue Handle Author, A writer who writes when able, with a dream of being a full time author Jordan is the second local addition to the Blue Handle library of authors. He grew up in Panhandle, Texas, and graduated from West Texas A&M University with a degree in Engineering Technology. He currently lives with his wife and …
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