Best Slater Gordon Podcasts (2025)

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Running the Organization that runs the roads with Tampa Highway Honcho Greg Slater 26:31

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Greg Slater has had a 30-year career in highways and transportation, the last three or so in Tampa as CEO of the Tampa Hillsborough Expressway Authority. Before that he was the Maryland Secretary of Transportation. His current organization, THEA, recently approved a $752 million work plan, which will include projects for safer streets and congestio…

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Patients Know Best Is A Website That Gets Your Health Info In One Place And Can Really Help Health Outcomes 37:24

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Dr Mohammad Al-Ubaydli has created a method to get all out health information in one place. This includes our medical history, drugs we are on now, GP visits etc, even our latest workout results from our wearables. We talk about how he managed this, how it can be used and the health predictions it can make for us.…

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Banking and the constant improvement process to be a better boss with Synovus Bank’s Kevin Gillen 24:51

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Kevin Gillen has been a market president for Synovus Bank in Florida since 2020, covering the Tampa Bay and Sarasota-Manatee markets, among other regions. He previously held banking leadership positions for financial institutions in New Jersey and the Washington, D.C. area. On this episode Kevin and Business Observer Managing Editor Mark Gordon tal…

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Popular Online Searches & How Google Tries To Supply Sensible Health Info - Then Advice For Stopping The Skinny Jab 39:11

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Hear what the most popular online searches are this summer from Matt Cooke of Google. He also talks about how they try to ensure search results provide sensible information. Then GP, Nancy Allen talks about how to safely stop using the various skinny jabs.By Mike Dilke

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S3E9 - Peace 27:30

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1863 - 1865 | Following a heroic performance by Battery B, First Rhode Island Light Artillery Regiment, at the Battle of Gettysburg, the Union goes on to win the American Civil War, allowing Rhode Islanders are able to celebrate the end of hostilities. My Favorite Books on this Topic: History of the Rhode Island combat units in the Civil War (1861-…

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Building cool spaces and leading an architectural revival with Jerel McCants 20:27

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Jerel McCants is a leading architect in the Tampa Bay market, having built his own firm from scratch with a focus on how people use spaces. He founded the company in 2010, and it focuses on commercial and residential builds, with work on the both coasts of Florida. On this episode Jerel and Business Observer Managing Editor Mark Gordon talk about h…

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Boosting the Lakewood Ranch community to new heights with Brittany Lamont 19:14

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Brittany Lamont was named president and CEO of the Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance in 2021. Prior to that Lamont, a vocal advocate for the local business and civic communities, was a vice president at the Sarasota Chamber of Commerce. On this episode Brittany and Business Observer Managing Editor Mark Gordon talk about her career in chambers of co…

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Suicide Prevention For Young People 26:19

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Suicide prevention for young people with Joanna Johnson of Grassroots Suicide and Lucy Skillan from Holy Family High School.By Mike Dilke

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S3E8 - Civil War 26:24

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1861 - 1863 | Ambrose Burnside, a Union General from Bristol, Rhode Island, personally experiences the highs and lows of war while fighting Confederate forces in the American Civil War. My Favorite Books on this Topic: History of the Rhode Island combat units in the Civil War (1861-1865) by Harold R. Barker Brown & Sharpe and the Measure of America…

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How to Lead with Grace and Grit with Michael Corley 21:17

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Michael Corley worked in health care and human resources for some 10 years before starting his own leadership consulting business, The Corley Co., in 2009. The Corley Co. works with nonprofit and some for-profit leaders, in addition to nonprofit boards on topics like creating engaged board members; bringing clarity to roles and responsibilities; an…

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Do People Still Trust The NHS - I Talk With Emma Doughty of Slater And Gordon Lawyers 25:58

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I love the NHS - it has saved both mine and my wife's lives. However it doesn't do everything perfectly - is that a reason to lose trust in it? Listen for some information and thoughts on this.By Mike Dilke

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From the financial services C-Suite to leading a national school choice movement with Erika Donalds 21:02

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Erika Donalds was a COO and CFO for financial services firms before shifting gears to education, first as a mom and later as an elected Collier County School Board Member. She’s since led and supported several innovative educational models, including one of the world’s first virtual reality schools, Optima Academy Online. On this episode Erika and …

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S3E7 - Off to War 25:27

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1859 - 1861 | Rhode Island's political and military leaders respond as America is thrust into Civil War. My Favorite Books on this Topic: History of the Rhode Island combat units in the Civil War (1861-1865) by Harold R. Barker Kate Chase & William Sprague: Politics in a Civil War Marriage by Peg A. Lamphier *Map image from Rhode Island Boundaries …

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How to navigate a crisis — calmly and coolly with Kaitlyn Perez 23:41

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Kaitlyn Perez launched her own business, KPC Strategies, in January 2024. Prior to that she was senior director of communications and marketing with the National Policing Institute and community affairs director for the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office for nearly seven years. On this episode Kaitlyn and Business Observer Managing Editor Mark Gordon…

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Drink Spiking Is A Serious Problem Followed By An Update On Motor Neuron Disease 41:56

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Hear about the serious problem of drink spiking with DJ, Ashley James and founder fo Counter Spike, Mark Ackred. Then some important information about motor neuron disease.By Mike Dilke

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He bought the whole block and other gutty business success stories with Chris Cunningham 23:44

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Chris Cunningham, owner of a True-Value hardware store in Tampa and a commercial real estate investor, started his career in lending and financial services. But he soon learned he wanted to do his own thing, and has spent the past 15 years building and buying complementary businesses. On this episode Chris and Business Observer Managing Editor Mark…

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S3E6 - The Execution of John Gordon 31:00

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1843 - 1845 | Following the murder of wealthy industrialist Amasa Sprague, Irish immigrant John Gordon is unjustly executed for the crime. My Favorite Books on this Topic: The Hanging and Redemption of John Gordon: The True Story of Rhode Island's Last Execution by Paul F. Caranci *Map image from Rhode Island Boundaries by John H Cady. To learn mor…

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Doing good, in the community and in leadership, with Helene Lotman 22:33

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Helene Lotman has been in the nonprofit human services space for 40 years, and is currently CEO of JFCS of the Suncoast, which works with people in need in a variety of demographics in a non-dominational setting. Helene has worked in Kansas City, Palm Beach and other spots, in addition to an earlier stint in Sarasota. On this episode Helene and Bus…

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Hear Simon Pope From Charity 4 Paws UK About Rogue Dog Breeders & The Harm They Cause 30:45

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There are dog breeders who don't worry about the health of dogs - they just view them as a means to make money. Hear how you can help.By Mike Dilke

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Building a business around the beautiful game with Justin Papadakis 19:50

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Justin Papadakis has spent his career in real estate development and soccer, with his most recent position being a bit of both: deputy CEO and chief real estate officer of the United Soccer League, based in Tampa. On this episode Justin and Business Observer Managing Editor Mark Gordon talk about what he learned about leadership from playing soccer…

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Phase Two Trials Of A Leukemia Drug With Dr Juho Jalkanen Followed By Breakfast Decisions 37:27

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A rare form of leukemia has had a drug for treatment show success in phase two trials. Dr Jalkanen has spent a large part of his career leading up to this. Then what drives your breakfast choices?By Mike Dilke

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S3E5 - The Dorr Rebellion 26:59

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1841 - 1845 | Thomas Wilson Dorr leads a political upheaval aimed at modernizing the state's archaic and extremely undemocratic government. My Favorite Books on this Topic: Democracy in Decline: Rhode Island's Constitutional Crisis Development 1776 - 1841 by Patrick T. Conley The People's Martyr: Thomas Wilson Dorr and His 1842 Rhode Island Rebelli…

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Fail Fast, Fail Cheap, & Other Advice from Kevin Harrington, Original Shark on “Shark Tank” 15:56

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Longtime Pinellas County resident Kevin Harrington has a stellar resume. Among the highlights: inventor of the infomercial, shark on the first year of the TV show “Shark Tank,” Fortune 100 investor, philanthropist and author. Kevin has launched over 1,000 products in 100 countries, creating some $6 billion in sales. On this episode Kevin and Busine…

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Singing is good for you - listen to the voice coach for Britain's Got Talent contestants, Annabel Williams 33:12

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As well as being fun singing on your own or in a group is really good for you. I chat with Annabel Williams who is a voice coach to many stars and also for Britain's Got Talent contestants.By Mike Dilke

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A cool strategy to selling hot chicken with King of the Coop’s Joe Dodd 24:14

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Joe Dodd’s restaurant and hospitality career has taken a lot of twists and turns, overcoming some missteps, in locations and partnerships, among others. But now his award-winning King of the Coop, specializing in Nashville hot chicken, is a hit in Tampa’s Seminole Heights neighborhood. On this episode Joe and Business Observer Managing Editor Mark …

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Type1 Diabetes From A Teen band Who All Have It Followed By The Environmentalm Impact Of Charcoal 37:36

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Hear from a group of teenagers who have type 1 diabetes but don't let it get in their way. Then how your barbecue might have an environmental impact and what you can do about it.By Mike Dilke

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S3E4 - "Peaceably if we can, Forcibly if we must" 26:23

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1832 - 1841 | After a decade of attempting to modernize the state's archaic political institutions, the people of Rhode Island come to the conclusion that the only way to achieve their goals is by leveraging more revolutionary tactics—or, as Seth Luther phrases it, they will obtain their rights by any means necessary: "peaceably if we can, forcibly…

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From Sydney, Australia to strengthening nonprofits across Florida with Ashley Dietz 24:00

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Ashley has been in the nonprofit sector in Florida for a decade or so, working for the United Way Suncoast and the Girl Scouts of West Central Florida, among other entities. She was named president and CEO of the Florida Philanthropic Network, which works with foundations statewide in research, education and public policy, in 2020. On this episode …

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TV Presenter, Helen Skelton talks about hygiene poverty and then some surprising oral health tips 30:05

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A lot of people suffer some kind of hygiene poverty - Helen Skelton talks about this and in particular oral hygiene poverty. Then some oral hygiene tips some of which are quite surprising.By Mike Dilke

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Growing your leadership skillset with Growing Your Team founder Jamie Van Cuyk 32:15

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Jamie founded Growing Your Team in 2018 after working for a decade or so in the marketing field. Growing Your Team helps other companies, mostly small businesses, not only hire the right people but find the right position for that new employee. On this episode Jamie talks about the challenges — and freedom — in starting Growing Your Team (with a pi…

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Nancy Allen is a GP and she explains how digital wearables help her and her patients 38:57

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GP, Nancy Allen uses data from her patients' wearables to help her diagnose potential health issues and finds wearables a useful tool when doing her job.By Mike Dilke

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S3E3 - "Cotton Mill Fever" 25:15

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1808 - 1824 | With the Jefferson Embargo and the War of 1812 causing a significant decline in maritime trade, Rhode Island businessmen look to textile manufacturing as a new source of income My Favorite Books on this Topic: Samuel Slater and the Origins of the American Textile Industry, 1790 - 1860 by Barbara M. Tucker The Transformation of Rhode I…

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From banking in the Bayou to being a Southwest Florida community leader with Brandon Box 24:18

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Brandon has been in banking in Southwest Florida for 15 years, joining Orlando-based Cogent in 2020. He started his career in his native Louisiana, working for IberiaBank in Baton Rouge and since coming to the Naples-Fort Myers market he’s become a go-to leader in the business and civic community. On this episode Brandon talks about the lessons he …

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Combat Aches And Pains With A Nutritionist And What Is Achalasia? 42:21

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Emily Foster is a nutritionist with Holland and Barrett and talks about aches and pains. Then do you have trouble swallowing? Maybe you suffer from achalasia.By Mike Dilke

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Running an 800-employee restaurant enterprise with Mike Quillen 22:18

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Mike Quillen is the president of three independent restaurant groups that include 15 locations in Florida and North Carolina, with some 800 employees. The list includes Gecko’s Grill & Pub, which opened its flagship restaurant in Sarasota in 1992. On this episode Mike talks about his early start in hospitality — it includes parking cars for a Siest…

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How To Choose A Reef Friendly Sunscreen With Prof Michael Sweet Followed By Animal Advocate Paul Watkinson 41:05

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Some sunscreens are bad for coral reefs - learn how you can avoid them. Then you will be surprised at the levels of animal cruelty happening right here in the UK - a way for you to help stop it.By Mike Dilke

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S3E2 - Slater Mill and Slatersville 29:06

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1796 - 1807 | Samuel Slater creates America's first water-powered cotton spinning mill and America's first factory town, giving Rhode Island the foundations it needs to move into the age of industrialization. My Favorite Books on this Topic: Samuel Slater and the Origins of the American Textile Industry, 1790 - 1860 by Barbara M. Tucker The Transfo…

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The future of health care leadership with Tampa General’s John Couris 34:28

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John Couris is one of the most recognized health care leaders in the Sunshine State, having run the Florida Health Sciences Center, parent entity of Tampa General Hospital, since 2017. On this episode, John Couris talks about how he leads one of the biggest medical and health care organizations in Florida. One key: constantly and consistently focus…

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Spring Cleaning and Decluttering with expert Nicola Lewis Followed By Cold Water Swimming with A BHF Nurse 35:23

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It's spring so time for a bit of cleaning and decluttering - listen to the the expert Nicola Lewis for some tips. Also with the warmer weather maybe you want to try some cold water swimming so get some tips from a British Heart Foundation nurse.By Mike Dilke

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Juice, eggs and cooking up the next generation of leaders with First Watch’s Lilah Taha-Rippett 20:55

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Lilah (pronounced like Layla) has overseen the supply chain for east Manatee County-based First Watch since 2017. She’s been in food service supply and logistics for some 30 years, working for Bloomin’ Brands and Benihana, among other entities. On this episode Lilah talks about her early lessons in hospitality, including why details matter and why …

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A Chat With James Cracknell, olympian rower, adventurer and head injury survivor 35:05

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James Cracknell really is an extraordinary athlete, adventurer and overcomer of obstacles. You need to listen to believe it.By Mike Dilke

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S3E1 - The Dawn of A New Era 23:38

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1789 - 1790 | Only a year after arriving in Rhode Island, Samuel Slater builds the revolutionary machines that will ignite the American Industrial Revolution. My Favorite Books on this Topic: Samuel Slater and the Origins of the American Textile Industry, 1790 - 1860 by Barbara M. Tucker The Transformation of Rhode Island, 1790 - 1860 by Peter J. C…

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From farming in Colorado to growing leaders in the community w/ University Area CDC’s Sarah Combs 20:57

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A nonprofit executive, Sarah has been with the University Area CDC since 2010 and executive director and CEO since 2015. The University Area CDC is a nonprofit public/private partnership supporting residents and neighborhoods in the University area, surrounding University of South Florida's Tampa campus. On this episode, Sarah talks about what she …

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How To Avoid Hay Fever With Dr Roger Henderson Followed By The Myths Of Electric Cars From Dan Caesar 36:44

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How to lessen the suffering of hay fever and then a look at some of the myths that get circulated aabout electric vehicles.By Mike Dilke

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Growing a bank in a crowded market while leading for the long term with Sam Guerrieri 22:40

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Sam Guerrieri is an executive vice president with the Canandaigua National Trust Co., where, among other units, he oversees CNB Wealth Management, Canandaigua National Trust Company of Florida. The Florida division is based in Sarasota. On this episode Sam talks about how he got into banking — and why he stayed in the field. He also talks about men…

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Prof Sir Chris Evans on a test for testicular cancer and then pets and chocolate 46:52

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Catching all cancer early is helpful - this new test may help. Then is it really a disaster if your dog eats a bit of chocolate?By Mike Dilke

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Savion Williams and Chase Lundt Prospect Breakdown 12:30

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Gordon McGuinness and Mason Cameron bring you all you need to know about a pair of prospects in the 2025 NFL Draft. In this episode Gordon brings up dynamic offensive weapon Savion Williams from TCU, while Mason talks about UConn offensive lineman Chase Lundt. Stick around until the end for a breakdown on the coverage you can expect from PFF during…

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Andrew Mukuba and Billy Bowman Jr. Prospect Breakdowns 9:31

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Gordon McGuinness and Mason Cameron bring you all you need to know about a pair of prospects in the 2025 NFL Draft. In this episode both guys talk about undersized safeties, with Gordon talking about Texas safety Andrew Mukuba and Mason bringing up Oklahoma's Billy Bowman Jr.By Bleav + PFF

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Building a mission-driven nonprofit quickly w/ Habitat for Humanity Tampa Bay Gulfside’s Mike Sutton 26:56

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Mike Sutton was named CEO of the Tampa Bay Gulfside unit a decade ago, when it had just finished house No. 280 and was only in Pinellas County. Now it’s in two more counties — Pasco and Hernando — and is closing in on house No. 1,000. On this episode, Mike talks about his why and how he connects that to his day-to-day role at Habitat. He also talks…

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Mitchell Evans and Chris Paul Jr. Prospect Breakdowns 11:38

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Gordon McGuinness and Mason Cameron bring you all you need to know about a pair of prospects in the 2025 NFL Draft. In this episode Gordon talks about Notre Dame tight end Mitchell Evans, who could be a TE2 in the NFL, while Mason discusses Ole Miss linebacker Chris Paul Jr.By Bleav + PFF