Best John Brower Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 47 - Inside Connectionology: Key Takeaways from "Depositions Are Trial" With Ginger Jirik 17:21

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Exploring the Unique Experience of Connectionology Seminars with Ginger Jirik In this episode of Legal Marketing Radio, host Chip LaFleur sits down with Ginger Jirik, the Executive Director of Connectionology Seminars of America. They delve into the unique aspects of Connectionology, including its history, growth, and the intimate nature of its sem…

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Ashlie Itherburn: Pinhoti Trail FKT -#273 33:12

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Extending from Blue Ridge, Georgia, to near Sylacauga, Alabama, the 335-mile Pinhoti Trail is a popular route through the southernmost portion of the Appalachian Mountains in the southeastern United States. This week’s episode, hosted by Heather Anderson, delves into Ashlie Itherburn’s recent overall supported FKT on the route. Ashlie shares her hi…

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Michael Brower: Michigan Shore-to-Shore Trail -#272 34:32

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In this week’s episode host Heather Anderson is joined by Michael Brower to talk about his experience setting the overall FKT for Michigan’s 220-mile-long Shore-to-Shore Trail. Michael details his experiences with ticks and sand and how he handled encountering unexpected restrictions around an active military base, as well as a scary cabin in the w…

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Jeff Colt: Taking on the Northeast's Hardest 50K -#271 36:35

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In this week’s episode we’re traveling to the rugged Mahoosic mountains of southern Maine, home of the hardest mile on the AT. Host Heather Anderson talks with Jeff Colt who recently set the overall unsupported time on the Northeast’s “Hardest 50K” completing the route in 6 hours, 40 minutes, and 53 seconds—taking an hour off of the previous men’s …

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Brittany Haver and Carrie Henderson: Tonto Trail FKTs -#270 53:48

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In this week’s episode, host Heather Anderson talks with Brittany Haver and Carrie Henderson, who each set FKTs on Arizona’s rugged Tonto Trail. Carrie established the initial supported female time in 1 day, 9 hours, 20 minutes, while Brittany logged the first female unsupported time in 1 day, 9 hours, and 58 minutes. Tune in to journey along this …

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Hold Nothing with Elena Brower 44:59

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"The moment of our death, all we have is our breath. The moment of our life, all we have is our breath," says Elena Brower. "So why not clue in with it now, get really relaxed around it, and learn who I am in this quiet." In Elena's upcoming new book, Hold Nothing: An Invitation to Let Go and Come Home to Yourself, she shares how the Zen Buddhism p…

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Long Trail Roundup with Tara Dower and Tori Constantine -#269 33:09

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The 272-mile Long Trail is one of our premier routes for good reason. With an impressive history of competitive FKTs, this trail has once again seen stout records fall. Tune in to join host Heather Anderson as she talks all things LT with Tara Dower, who set the overall and women’s supported time in 3 days, 18 hours, and 30 minutes, and Tori Consta…

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Episode 46 - Legal Intake Optimization With Kerri Coby White 24:51

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Optimizing Legal Intake with Kerri Coby White: Insights from The Law Firm Growth Machine In this episode of Legal Marketing Radio, Chip LaFleur interviews Kerri Coby White, CEO of Kerri James and author of 'The Law Firm Growth Machine.' With over a decade of experience helping law firms enhance their intake, business development, and growth strateg…

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Sadie Curry: Arizona Trail FKT -#268 32:58

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This week we head to the well-trodden premier route across Arizona. Host Heather Anderson is joined by Sadie Curry who set the women’s self-supported northbound time on the iconic Arizona Trail by covering the 800 mile distance in 17 days, 12 hours, and 27 minutes, taking 7 hours off of the previous time. Tune in to hear how she accomplished her fi…

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Scott Benerofe: Adirondack 46 High Peaks FKT -#267 32:52

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This week we’re headed to the rugged Adirondacks of New York where Scott Benerofe recently set the unsupported FKT for tagging all 46 4,000-foot peaks in one go. Tune in to hear how he pulled together his experiences with trail running, thru-hiking, and peakbagging to push deeper into the realm of endurance adventure. He shares the highs and lows o…

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Episode 45 - What Social Media Trends Really Mean for Attorneys With Jason Brower 19:12

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Leveraging Social Media for Strategic Growth: Insights from Jason Brower In this episode of Legal Marketing Radio, Chip LaFleur discusses social media strategies with Jason Brower, Director of Membership and Communications at Kent Country Club. Jason shares his unique perspectives on how attorneys and law firms can use social media strategically fo…

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Sacred Resilience in Yoga History with Anjali Rao 11:31

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Welcome to a bonus episode of Radiant Rest Podcast! Recently I was honored to host author and teacher Anjali Rao for a workshop detailing a feminist lens in yoga history. Here on the podcast, I had to share our brief introductory conversation in which we discussed the patriarchy in yoga, the guru-student relationship, and more. I hope you enjoy the…

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Jeff Garmire, Sarah Baker, Lyla Harrod: AT FKTs -#266 45:14

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2025 was a stunningly busy year on the Appalachian Trail. There were many high profile FKT efforts and several DNFs in the final days. Three long-held records did fall, however. Sarah Baker set the women’s self-supported northbound time in 74:04:42. Lyla Harrod set the women’s southbound time in 52:18:37. And Jeff Garmire took down the men’s self-s…

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Katie Gunvalson: Oregon Coast Trail FKT -#265 28:23

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Stretching from Washington to California along the Pacific Ocean, the 400+ mile long Oregon Coast Trail is a mix of road, beach, and forested trail that challenges travelers with tides, estuaries, and frequent bad weather. Join host Heather Anderson this week as she chats with Katie Gunvalson who recently smashed the women’s overall record with her…

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Caroline Himbert: John Muir Trail FKT -#264 46:35

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On today’s episode we’re traveling to the High Sierra of California where Caroline Himbert recently set the women’s unsupported northbound record on the premier John Muir Trail. Her first long, unsupported effort was a way for her to go back to her roots as a long distance hiker. Along the way she dealt with excruciating foot pain, a knee injury, a…

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Finding Alignment with Ayurveda with Dr. Siva Mohan 33:54

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With an MD and background in neuroscience and behavior change, Dr. Siva Mohan believes in Ayurveda as a path of better understanding our lives, habits, and behavior—and of creating shifts that lead to a greater sense of well-being. In this conversation, Dr. Siva and host Tracee Stanley discuss Ayurveda as an energy-mapping system that impacts our n…

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Katya Guryeva: Transcaucasian Trail -#263 36:25

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Bears, sheepdogs and snakes…oh my!When you think of Armenia, you probably don’t think of a wild long distance mountain trail. However, today’s guest, Katya Guryeva, shares stories from her 21 day supported FKT on the country’s 820 kilometers of the Transcaucasian Trail. Over the course of the record, Katya encountered a wide variety of challenges f…

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Tim Beissinger: Ozark Trail Unsupported FKT -#262 36:55

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This week we’re heading to the Show Me state where Tim Beissinger set the unsupported FKT on the 230 mile long Ozark Trail in a time of 4 days, 9 hours, and 24 minutes. Tune in as he and host Heather Anderson discuss methods and motivations for this former triathlete as he pushed his limits to set his first fastest known time. Tim accomplished the …

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Chris Roberts: Moms are the Best FKT Support -#261 39:55

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In today’s episode, Chris Roberts shows us what it takes to run the longest rail trail in the United States in just 1 day 21 hours and 37 minutes. Missouri’s Katy Trail stretches 238 miles almost the entire east-west distance across the state. Chris shares how his mom joined in on bike for her first ever multi-day, no sleep adventure and how his tr…

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Wisdom of the Hive with Michelle Cassandra Johnson and Amy Burtaine 1:09:18

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"In times marked by turmoil and uncertainty, honeybees offer a powerful example of how to turn toward each other, to deeply commit to creating conditions for survival of all beings, and to build a future where all can thrive." —Michelle C. Johnson & Amy Burtaine Bees are life-giving. They are vital pollinators that support our food supply, and they…

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Allison Baca: Grand Canyon FKT -#260 30:48

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Join host Heather Anderson as she talks all things Grand Canyon with Allison Baca on this week’s episode. Allison recently set the women’s unsupported FKT for the Rim to Rim to Rim route at the Grand Canyon, covering the 44 mile double crossing in just a tad over 7 hours and 31 minutes. They talk specifics of gear, fueling, and fluids as well as na…

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Episode 44 - The Importance of DEI Initiatives in the Current Climate With TaRita Johnson 20:32

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Strategic and Inclusive Talent Pipelines with TaRita D. Johnson In this episode of Legal Marketing Radio by LaFleur Marketing, we explore the critical intersection of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) with marketing. TaRita D. Johnson, Senior Vice President of Talent and Diversity at The Right Place, shares insights on building strategic and i…

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The Power of Yoga Nidra with John Vosler 33:41

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"All of the lineages of yoga nidra are pretty magical. It's so important to have different perspectives and to allow permission for each of us to be creative and to be open in recognition of who we are." —John Vosler In this episode of Radiant Rest, Tracee Stanley welcomes her longtime friend John Vosler, who leads Yoga Nidra Certification programs…

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Pau Capell on Setting FKTs in Andorra -#259 33:23

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The tiny European country of Andorra, with a population of about 80,000 people, is home to a wide array of mountains. In today’s episode, you’ll hear from Pau Capell about his experiences as a Spanish mountain runner who relocated to the Ordino region. He shares the ins and outs of the technical Estripagecs route around the Ordino Valley where he s…

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Kelly Halpin: Wind River Range FKT -#258 29:40

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Today we’re traveling to possibly the most remote mountain range in the 48 contiguous US states–Wyoming’s Wind River Range. These rugged mountains have more bighorns than people and yet our guest Kelly Halpin finds great joy in traversing them solo and unsupported. Join host Heather Anderson in this week’s episode and learn what drove Kelly to retu…

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Gian Dalle: Rainier Infinity Loop FKT -#257 23:07

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What does the infinity symbol have to do with FKTs? Well, if you’re in the state of Washington it’s indicative of one of the most challenging mountain routes in the state–Mount Rainier’s Infinity Loop. Join host Heather Anderson and guest Gian Dalle to hear about his adventure that combines summiting the iconic volcano twice and completing the 90+ …

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Liz Derstine: Kungsleden Trail FKT -#256 45:24

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Near the Norwegian border, mostly above the Arctic Circle, lies Sweden’s mountainous Kungsleden Trail. Tune in to today’s episode where host Heather Anderson chats with prolific FKT setter Liz Derstine about her recent self-supported effort on this iconic trail. She shares the logistical challenges of completing a 480-kilometer trail in just over s…

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Episode 43 - Private Equity and Non-lawyer Ownership of Law Firms With Steve Gursten 29:06

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Private Equity and Non-lawyer Ownership of Law Firms With Steve Gursten In this episode of Legal Marketing Radio, Chip LaFleur interviews Steve Gersten of Michigan Auto Law. They delve into the evolving landscape of the legal industry, particularly focusing on the influx of private equity and non-lawyer ownership of law firms. Steve provides insigh…

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Karel Sabbe: Te Araroa Trail FKT -#255 38:18

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This week we travel to New Zealand to catch up with the world’s fastest dentist, Karel Sabbe. In early 2025 he smashed the supported record on the iconic Te Araroa Trail by taking over 17 days off of the previous time on the 3,000 kilometer route. Tune in as Karel and host Heather Anderson talk about beach running, wild dogs, fording rivers, and mo…

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Episode 42 - Why Humans Beat Bots with Ted DeBettencourt 14:30

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Why Humans Beat Bots with Ted DeBettencourt In this episode of Legal Marketing Radio by LaFleur Marketing, co-founder of Juvo Leads, Ted DeBettencourt, joins to discuss the superiority of human-operated live chat services in converting digital leads within the legal sphere. Ted shares his journey from running a legal marketing agency in Boston to f…

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Jamie Aarons: Peak Bagging in Scotland -#254 45:00

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The Munro Round is a classic peakbagging list in Scotland with a strong history of FKT attempts. In today’s episode, we’re catching up with Jamie Aarons to hear all about her self-powered journey to all 282 summits in just 31 days!Join host Heather Anderson and learn from Jamie about Scotland’s unique public access to the land policy, as well as th…

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Marc Kelly on New England Trail FKT -#253 31:05

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This week we’re heading to Massachusetts and Connecticut with Marc Kelly to learn the ins and outs of the New England National Scenic Trail. This hidden gem runs 215 miles through the rooty, rocky, hills of southern New England. The NET is known for its challenging river crossings, access to towns, and limited camping options. Join Marc and host He…

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Episode 41 - The Evolution of Legal Technology: Past, Present, and Future with Dennis Kennedy 27:30

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The Evolution of Legal Technology: Past, Present, and Future with Dennis Kennedy In this episode of Legal Marketing Radio, LaFleur Marketing hosts Dennis Kennedy, the director of the Center for Law Technology and Innovation at Michigan State University. They discuss the evolution and future of legal technology, Dennis's pioneering steps in law blog…

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Mt. Fuji FKT with Simon Pfreundschuh -#252 21:07

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Today’s episode takes us to the highest mountain in Japan via a lesser-used route. Join host Heather Anderson as she chats with Simon Pfreundschuh about his self-supported FKT on Mount Fuji. He talks about how this route with 12,000 vertical feet ascent (and descent) became his first FKT, as well as the ways the Paul Deckret route surprised him. He…

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Bob Stewart on Rocks, Reroutes, and Homemade Gear -#251 41:46

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Tune into today’s episode to hear Bob Stewart chat with host Heather Anderson about his experiences on Pennsylvania’s numerous state trails where he has set many FKTs. They dive into the particulars of his unsupported FKT on the notoriously difficult and remote Tuscarora Trail as well as why Bob enjoys the modality of unsupported more than other ca…

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Episode 40 - From Concept to Practice: Operationalizing New Tech in Law Firms With Pete Terryn 25:56

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From Concept to Practice: Operationalizing New Tech in Law Firms With Pete Terryn In this episode of Legal Marketing Radio, Pete Terryn, Director of Operations at New Wave Technology Partners, discusses the integration of AI in law firms. Pete, who co-founded the West Michigan AI Lab and co-hosts the podcast AI Lab Unfiltered, details his personal …

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Episode 39 - Tim McKey on Operational Excellence in Law Firms 26:43

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Operational Excellence in Law Firms with Tim Mckey In this episode of Legal Marketing Radio, Chip LaFleur chats with Tim Mckey, co-founder of Vista Consulting, about achieving operational excellence in law firms. Tim, a seasoned CPA and business consultant, shares his insights on strategic planning, financial analysis, and guiding business owners t…

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Christine Reed on Competing with Dysautonomia -#250 37:53

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Our podcast takes us to the Ouachita region of Arkansas today where Christine Reed joins host Heather Anderson and shares the story of setting her first FKTs despite several years of attempts. Learn what it’s like to train and compete with dysautonomia (POTS) and how that has impacted Christine’s journey. She also talks about her experiences with o…

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Tea as a Ritual with Colin Hudon 45:07

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"Tea ceremony is about creating space to connect with the experience of being alive." —Colin Hudon, founder of Living Tea In this conversation, Tracee Stanley, teacher and author of The Luminous Self and Radiant Rest, is joined by Colin Hudon, founder of the Telluride-based business Living Tea, to discuss: The benefits of tea ritual The difference …

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Episode 38 - Building a Brand: Strategies for Law Firms with John Czeranna 22:58

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Mastering Legal Branding: Insights from John Czeranna on Strategies for Small Firms In this episode of Legal Marketing Radio, hosted by LaFleur Marketing, the focus is on effective branding strategies for small law firms. The featured guest, John Czeranna—Executive Director and Partner at Witandcraft—shares his expertise on the significance of bran…

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Connecting with the Plant Realm with Crystal Marie Higgins 43:24

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We've been separated from the profound wisdom and kinship in the natural world... it's just waiting to be remembered. In the latest episode of Radiant Rest, host Tracee Stanley welcomes Crystal Marie Higgins—a lineaged Initiated High Priestess in Celtic traditions, an Initiated Witch, as well as a yoga teacher, a folk herbalist and an ethical marke…

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Shawn Cheshire Sets Blind, Unsupported Grand Canyon FKT -#249 34:39

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Recently, Fastest Known Time has approved new guidelines for para-athletes. Athletes who have any “Eligible Impairment” listed by the International Paralympic Committee may submit an FKT by checking the “Para athlete” checkbox on the FKT submission form. Our first para athlete is Shawn Cheshire, a fully blind athlete. Join host Heather Anderson as …

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Episode 37 - AI Readiness for Law Firms with John Johnston 22:29

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Preparing Law Firms for an AI-Enabled Future: An Interview with John Johnston of PeopleIT In this episode of Legal Marketing Radio, Chip LaFleur speaks with John Johnston, co-founder of PeopleIT, about preparing law firms for an AI-enabled future. They discuss the importance of data architecture, the integration of AI tools, and the significance of…

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Nadja Heine: Finding Drive in the Desert -#248 28:22

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The desert is a unique environment full of extremes. These can lead to high stakes during long adventures. Throw in some canyons and waterfalls and you’ve got the makings and an epic adventure. Tune into today’s show and hear how Nadja Heine set an FKT in Capitol Reef National Park on the 26 mile-long Four Canyon Loop while she was on vacation. Her…

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Kilian Jornet Goes Inside Mega Alpine Connections Project -#247 41:41

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In today’s episode host Heather Anderson is joined by our 2024 Men’s FKT of the Year winner, Kilian Jornet. Kilian shares the story of his massive human powered 82 4,000-meter peaks link up in the European Alps which took him just over 19 days. Tune in and hear about his flow state moments, how he modified his fueling to maximize recovery, and what…

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Helen Mino Faukner Rises Above the Clouds -#246 19:41

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Southern California’s Mount San Jacinto rises steeply above the Palm Desert–towering 10,400 feet above Palm Springs. This week, we’re grinding up the incredibly varied, sometimes technical, and always relentless Cactus to Clouds route with Helen Mino Faukner. Helen shares her experience running not just up the mountain, but all the way back down in…

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Will Peterson is the King of the Long Trail -#245 47:03

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Just a year after setting a stout unsupported time on Vermont’s iconic Long Trail, Will Peterson came back and achieved a stunning supported FKT. Over Labor Day Weekend 2024, Will, accompanied by 30 crew people broke John Kelly’s previous time and shattered the 4 day barrier. Drop in to today’s episode where Will shares his strategy, motivation, fu…

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Episode 36 - Law Firm Exit Strategies and Valuation 27:39

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In this episode of Legal Marketing Radio, Chip LaFleur from LaFleur Marketing speaks with Jeremy Poock, Principal at Senior Attorney Match. They delve into exit strategies for lawyers looking to transition their firms and explore the complexities in valuing law firms. Jeremy shares insights on designing succession plans, the importance of digital m…

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2024 FKT of the Year -#244 1:04:55

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Join host Heather Anderson on the FKT Podcast as she dives into the standout fastest known times of 2024 with special guest Joe "Stringbean" McConaughy. Joe, a renowned runner and FKTer with record-setting achievements on trails like the Appalachian Trail, Long Trail, and Arizona Trail, brings his unique perspective to this year’s incredible accomp…

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Rest Is Sacred with Octavia Raheem 40:46

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Rest is not only restorative—it connects you to your inner wisdom and is a portal to revelation. That's the theme of a new book, Rest Is Sacred: Reclaiming Our Brilliance Through the Practice of Stillness, by Octavia Raheem, who joins Tracee Stanley, author of Radiant Rest and The Luminous Self, for a conversation about rest as a deep spiritual pra…