Best Local 304 Podcasts (2025)

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Start Up #304: DoroShop - E-Commerce Platform for Mindoro Local Products 32:59

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Daryl Bacongco is Founder at DoroShop. DoroShop is an e-commerce platform that connects local artisans and producers with consumers seeking authentic regional products, and enhances accessibility to traditional delicacies and souvenirs, thereby supporting small businesses and promoting local culture. This episode is recorded live at MINSU i-BIBES, …

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PHSW2025 Kwentuhan #3: MakilingTek Inc. - Nanofertilizers and FertiGroe® to Increase Farmer Yield 27:26

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We had a kwentuhan with MakilingTek Inc. last Philippine Startup Week 2025! MakilingTek Inc. is producing Nanofertilizers and FertiGroe®, which can help reduce costs and increase yield for farmers! This episode is recorded live at the Philippine Innovation Hub in Marikina City. In this episode: 00:00 Introduction 01:11 Ano ang MakilingTek Inc.? 24:…

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PHSW2025 Kwentuhan #2: Hex Colony - Urbiony - IoT & AI Hydroponics and Farm Management 31:57

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We had a kwentuhan with Hex Colony - Urbiony last Philippine Startup Week 2025! Urbiony, the flagship product of Hex Colony, is an IoT and AI smart farming application for hydroponics and farm management for businesses. This episode is recorded live at the Philippine Innovation Hub in Marikina City. In this episode: 00:00 Introduction 01:01 Ano ang…

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PHSW2025 Kwentuhan #1: OpenSesame - Digital Foreclosed Property Marketplace 27:50

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We had a kwentuhan with OpenSesame last Philippine Startup Week 2025! OpenSesame.PH is the first digital foreclosed property marketplace in the Philippines, optimizing asset acquisition through efficient processes and full, transparent support. This episode is recorded live at the Philippine Innovation Hub in Marikina City. In this episode: 00:00 I…

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Episode 313: The 1775 Debut of the South Carolina Flag 25:30

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In the autumn of 1775, rebellious South Carolinians raised a distinctive new flag over a waterfront fort just seized from British hands. Their commanding officer later described the creation of the state’s enduring banner in his memoir, but did not recall the date of its unveiling. Across Charleston Harbor, however, two British naval officers witne…

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Villgro PH Special #1: Oikos Sustainable Solutions & Nascent Batteries (Climate Entrepreneur Series) 52:01

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We did a self-hosted special podcast episode with Villgro Philippines! Two climate entrepreneurs are featured in this episode: Oikos Sustainable Solutions and Nascent Batteries. This episode is recorded live at the Villgro PH office in Makati City. OIKOS SUSTAINABLE SOLUTIONS Website: https://oikosph.com Facebook: https://facebook.com/OikosSolution…

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Start Right #20: Minsu i-BIBES - Technology Business Incubator in Oriental Mindoro 55:59

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Engr. Randy Joco is TBI Manager at Minsu i-BIBES.Minsu i-BIBES, or Mindoro State University Innovative Business Incubation for Biosystems Solutions is a DOST-funded technology incubator in Victoria, Oriental Mindoro. Minsu i-BIBES is empowering start-ups by providing a strong entrepreneurial ecosystem that drives innovation, contributing to sustain…

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Start Up #306: AquaCray Tech - IoT Monitoring for Crayfish Breeding 30:58

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Rose Anne Damilig is Co-Founder at AquaCray Tech. AquaCray Tech is a smart monitoring system designed to ensure optimal water conditions in crayfish habitats using advanced IoT technology, equipped with sensors for temperature, pH, and water levels, and providing real-time tracking and an interactive user interface for efficient farm management, th…

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Start Up #305: I.G.A. Farm - Smart Farm, Vermicast Production, Biowaste Utilization 35:57

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Dianne de Castro is Co-Founder at I.G.A. Farm. I.G.A. Farm is a sustainable, electricity-independent farm that utilizes solar energy and promotes proper waste management through vermicast production, integrating biowaste utilization by using manure from RTL chickens as a nutrient source for African Night Crawlers in the vermicasting process to enha…

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Atmospheric Rivers, BC Conservative Chaos & New US Travel Rules | UnSpun Ep. 309 29:03

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Episode 309 of UnSpun with Jody Vance and George Affleck is a holiday edition that covers everything from BC weather disasters to provincial political turmoil to some alarming new US travel requirements. Here's what's inside: 🌧️ Atmospheric River Returns Jody shares her 2021 PTSD as another atmospheric river slams BC and Washington State. Boulders …

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EP 309 – Finalizing Your Sermon Calendar with Chris Snider and Matt MacNaughton 31:20

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In this episode, we continue our monthly focus on the bi-vocational pastor. The “Bi-Vo Bros”—Chris Snider and Matt MacNaughton—join JimBo to walk through the practical steps of building a sermon calendar once you’ve carved out dedicated planning time. We move from the “why” of sermon planning (covered last month) into the hands-on process of how [……

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Start Up #303: Alapaw - Real-time Bus Tracking App for Commuters 30:53

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Jhayne Jaira Bonduquin is Co-Founder at Alapaw. Alapaw is a real-time bus tracking system that enhances commuting by providing accurate arrival estimates, notifications, and transit details, thereby reducing waiting time, improving travel efficiency, and ensuring a more convenient experience for commuters. This episode is recorded live at MINSU i-B…

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Episode 312: The Demise of Butcher Town and the Charleston Abattoir 32:07

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The enclave known as Butcher Town flourished around Cannon’s millpond until 1850, when the expansion of Charleston’s city limits propelled the slaughtering business northward. The migration of butchers’ pens across the Neck then triggered a decades-long battle between private enterprise and public efforts to regulate the industry. Following a suite…

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Start Up #302: Vannamei Food Products - Turmeric Tinapa in Corn Oil for Longer Shelf Life! 27:51

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Mailen Mae Yadao is Founder at Vannamei Food Products. Vannamei Food Products is showcasing value-added processing of milkfish by combining traditional smoking techniques with the health benefits of turmeric, addressing post-harvest losses through enhanced flavor, shelf life, and nutritional value, while its rich smoky taste, natural antioxidants, …

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Rustad Out, Surrey Policing Chaos & Trump Sleeps Through Cabinet | UnSpun Ep. 308 33:07

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Episode 308 of UnSpun with Jody Vance and George Affleck kicks off with a victory lap — George called it again. John Rustad is officially out, Surrey's police budget explodes, and American politics somehow gets even stranger. Here's what's inside: 🏛️ John Rustad Removed as BC Conservative Leader The BC Conservative caucus finally pulls the trigger.…

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EP 308 – Why I am Grateful for the SBC 26:48

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In this episode, I share why I’m genuinely grateful to be a Southern Baptist — even in a season when headlines, social media noise, and internal debates can make it feel easier to walk away. After five years of traveling to more than 30 states as a North American missionary, I’ve seen firsthand that God […]…

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Start Up #301: Lamyani Calapan - First Cebu Lechon Restaurant in Calapan City 51:37

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Jack Ray Gayoso is Franchise Owner at Lamyani Calapan. Lamyani is your go-to spot in Calapan for mouthwatering lechon manok & liempo! Passionately serving flavourful, juicy meals that bring friends & families together. Quality, taste, and good vibes—every time. Lamyani is the first Cebu Lechon restaurant in Calapan City! Find them at Macasaet Bldg.…

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Start Up #300: Tubo Wine Resto Bar - First Darts and Wine Resto Bar in Calapan City 43:55

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Don Pedro Lano is Co-Owner at Tubo Wine Resto Bar. Tubo is a refined destination in Calapan City, Oriental Mindoro — serving crafted drinks, fine food, and a welcoming atmosphere, known for being the FIRST darts and wine resto bar in the city. Perfect for family gatherings, nights out with friends, or simply celebrating life’s bold moments. Find th…

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START UP MEETUPS #1: Getting Your First Customer (Open Mics & Fireside Chats) 3:11:57

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Our very first Start Up Meetups happened last November 8, 2025 at Yspaces, BGC! The theme is: "Getting Your First Customer". We had open mics from Codes&Tokens, EZ Sourcing, FAST Business Consultancy, Upskwela, Pinas Sadya, Edusuite, and fireside chats with Agile Data Solutions (Hustle PH), Hier Payroll, and Yspaces. Watch the whole episode or jump…

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New Alberta–BC Pipeline Deal, Vancouver’s “Zero” Budget & US Turmoil | UnSpun Ep. 307 32:37

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Episode 307 of UnSpun with Jody Vance and George Affleck delivers a packed week of drama — a surprise pipeline agreement, a budget that’s “zero” in name only, poll shocks in Vancouver, and another chaotic turn in US politics. Here’s what’s inside: 🛢️ A New Pipeline to BC’s North Coast Alberta and the federal government sign a major memorandum to ad…

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Start Right #19: ALPHA Hub - Startup Accelerator Hub in Bacolod City 47:29

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Mae Ferrer-Llamas is Accelerator Hub Manager at ALPHA Hub. ALPHA Hub, or the Bacolod Accelerator Hub, is a DOST-funded LGU-led accelerator hub in Bacolod City. Beyond startup incubation, the goal of ALPHA Hub is to accelerate startups in Bacolod City and nearby municipalities, scaling up commercialization and connecting startups to possible investo…

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Start Up #299: IF Green Technologies - Urban Farming, Circular Economy, Farm Management 50:29

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Ian Fred Solas is Founder at IF Green Technologies. IF Green Technologies is a company specializing in urban agriculture specialized in aquaponics and hydroponics systems. They are advocating circular economy practices for the Philippines and even created a Circular Economy National Roadmap for DILG and UNDP, which we discuss in this episode. Aside…

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Start Up #298: Bioflyt Agriventures - Black Soldier Fly Breeding for Protein-Rich Animal Feeds 49:33

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Aldwin Torquido is Founder at Bioflyt Agriventures. Bioflyt Agriventures Corporation is operating a breeding farm for black soldier fly larvae. The black soldier fly larvae are then processed to become cheap protein-rich animal feeds, which can be given to chicken, poultry, and even pets. Their products are being sold to farmers nationwide. This ep…

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Federal Budget Chaos, BC Pipeline Battles & Vancouver’s Crime Surge | UnSpun Ep. 306 34:34

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Episode 306 of UnSpun with Jody Vance and George Affleck delivers a full sweep of Canadian political drama — from Parliament’s budget brinksmanship to BC’s pipeline fight to Vancouver’s ongoing crime and budget struggles. Here’s what’s in this week’s episode: 🇨🇦 Budget Day Theatre in Ottawa The federal government survives by the slimmest margin. Co…

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Start Up #297: Plantsville Health - Championing the Philippine Cinnamon Industry 50:06

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November Canieso-Yoe is Founder at Plantsville Health. Plantsville Health is a fully registered, social enterprise company in the Philippines since 2017, championing the Philippine cinnamon. Plantsville Health develops, manufactures, and sells Philippine cinnamon products, buying the Philippine cinnamon that farmers have planted. Plantsville Health…

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EP 307 – Planning Your Ministry Calendar 28:29

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In this episode, we unpack why planning your ministry calendar is not just an administrative task, but a theological act of stewardship. We walk through the biblical foundations for planning, the danger of goal-setting without humility, and a practical framework for building a gospel-driven calendar that serves your people instead of your ego. Our …

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Start Up #296: AYO Biomedical Technologies - Advanced Wound Care Management Solutions 44:19

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Doi Guinanao is Founder at AYO Biomedical Technologies.AYO Biomedical Technologies offers advanced wound care management solutions. The company is headquartered in Bacolod City, Philippines where most don’t have access to high-quality biomedical services such as the Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT). AYO Biomedical Technologies offers advanced…

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Start Up #295: Spring Valley - Developing Filipino Tech Products (OJTPH.com, Farm Management) 1:03:03

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Jonathan de Luzuriaga is Founder of Spring Valley, and also President of the Philippine Software Industry Association. Spring Valley was created to address the need for a venue where Innovation and Technology is cultivated and nurtured in terms of talent development and intellectual property creation. The main goal of Spring Valley is to become the…

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Vancouver’s Budget Circus, Measles Comeback & The Epstein Fallout | UnSpun Ep. 305 32:52

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In Episode 305 of UnSpun with Jody Vance and George Affleck, it’s a wild ride from City Hall to Washington, with detours through measles outbreaks, LNG politics, and billion-dollar hypocrisy. Here’s what’s inside: 🏙️ Vancouver’s Budget Showdown — 650 speakers lined up, 300+ have spoken, and nothing’s changing. George explains why these “consultatio…

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EP 306 – Planning a Preaching Calendar 29:25

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In this episode of the Replant Bootcamp, I sit down with my friends and regular guests Matt MacNaughton and Chris Snider—the “Bi-Vo Bros”—to talk about how bivocational pastors can plan their preaching calendars with intentionality and peace of mind. Every second Wednesday of the month, we focus specifically on the unique challenges of bivocational…

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Start Up #294: Hex Colony - Tech Partner for Businesses in Butuan City and Beyond 54:09

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Cynne Paul Hayon is Chief Marketing Officer and Founder at Hex Colony. Hex Colony is the first-ever tech company in Butuan built by young experts offering a range of services including robotics, IoT, web development, and digital marketing. Helping businesses build future-ready IT infrastructures and processes. This episode is recorded live at Yspac…

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Kwentuhan #4: Wasteless PH - Zamboanga Startups, Social Enterprise, Business Challenges 1:09:42

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Jenny Talaver and Sau Danih are Co-Founders at Wasteless PH. Rethink your daily routines with Wasteless PH. From personal care to getting on the go, go wasteless with Wasteless PH! In this episode, we talk about the startup life in Zamboanga, how is it to start a social enterprise advocacy, and the challenges faced by young startup entrepreneurs. T…

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Episode 311: The Path to Butcher Town, Charleston's Slaughtering Suburb 30:48

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The residents of early Charleston lived cheek-by-jowl with the animals they consumed, and routinely witnessed cattle, pigs, sheep, and goats trotting through urban streets to meet the butcher’s blade. Efforts to push this bloody business out of the city center commenced in the late 1690s and evolved over the following century, during which local of…

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Start Up #293: SmartGov - Smart Office System for Government Agencies 35:24

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Garry Balinon is Head of ICT Office of DOST Region VI and Developer of SmartGov. SmartGov is an AI-enabled smart office platform for government that boosts efficiency, transparency, and service delivery. It unifies HR and talent (recruitment, onboarding, performance, L&D, rewards), workforce tools (attendance, shared calendars, morale), and citizen…

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EP 305 – How should we talk about giving at church? 29:01

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We don’t give to rescue a budget. We give because Jesus is Lord. Giving is worship that forms us, fuels mission, and frees us from idolatry. How do we talk about money without fear, guilt, or fundraising vibes? My aim is simple—to reframe giving as discipleship, not desperation. Jesus said we cannot serve God and […]…

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Start Up #292: Make-roscope by Jeremake - Keychain-sized Microscope Attachable to Smartphones! 44:18

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Jeremy de Leon is Founder of Make-roscope & Jeremake Innovations, Inc. Make-roscope is a keychain-sized microscope that attaches to smartphones and makes science more accessible. The objective is to democratize STEM education to every kid in the world. This episode is recorded live during the 2025 Regional Science and Technology Week in Western Vis…

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Stack Up #10: Agile Data Solutions (Hustle PH) - Market Research Company Business Strategies 1:16:28

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Jason Gaguan is the Founder and Chairman of Agile Data Solutions (Hustle PH). Agile Data Solutions Inc. (Hustle PH) is the Philippines’ leading market research tech company. Through its partnership with GCash, it taps into 74+ million customer data points and a panel of 1,000,000+ respondents nationwide to deliver hyper-targeted consumer insights f…

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Start Up #291: Fish-i - Visual Census Technology for Monitoring Marine Biodiversity 57:30

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Justine Doctolero is Project Development Officer at Fish-i. Fish-i is a patented hardware-software fish visual census technology developed by the University of the Philippines' Department of Computer Science and Marine Science Institute. It uses a stereo camera setup mounted on a rig to capture underwater footage from sample sites. The data collect…

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Ken Sim’s Exit Strategy, 16-Year-Old Voters & the Richmond Land Shock | UnSpun Ep. 304 32:16

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This week on UnSpun with Jody Vance and George Affleck, Vancouver’s city hall turns into a shell game, provincial politics melt down, and a 900-page court ruling shakes up land ownership in BC. Here’s what’s inside: 🏙️ Ken Sim’s Numbers Collapse — New polls show the mayor’s support tanking below 20%. George breaks down ABC’s implosion and what the …

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Start Up #290: Incutech - IoT-based Incubator for Optimal Hatching 46:46

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Marvin De Pedro shares about Incutech. Incutech is a precision loT-based incubator that ensures optimal hatching with customizable settings and real-time web and SMS alerts. This intelligent system monitors critical parameters like temperature and humidity, providing farmers with timely data and notifications to prevent losses and maximize chick yi…

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EP 304 – Elders, Deacons, a Plurality of Pastors and Tactical Patience with Mark Clifton 27:40

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Here we are, back at the Bootcamp—back at it again! I had the chance to sit down with my boss and good friend, El Jefehimself, Mark Clifton, during the REVIVE event in Daytona Beach to tackle a topic that’s gaining traction among younger pastors: elders and church leadership in revitalization. Mark and I talk about […]…

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Start Up #289: Rainfold by Lithos Manufacturing - Foldable Rainwater Harvesting Tank 47:34

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Eleanor Olegario is Founder of Rainfold and Lithos Manufacturing. Rainfold with Zeramic Filter is a smart, modular rainwater harvesting system that collects, filters, stores, and monitors rainwater using natural zeolite and ceramic nanotech filters. It removes sediments and contaminants, offers IoT-based water tracking, and ensures off-grid water a…

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Start Up #288: ALeRTO - Automated Water-Level and Rain Monitoring System 43:55

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Emir Epino is Founder at ALeRTO. Raymond Ong is Co-Founder at ALeRTO. ALeRTO Solutions Inc., is a pioneering technology company based in the Zamboanga City, specializing in the development and implementation of advanced systems for Disaster Risk Reduction and Management, with particular focus on flood-prone areas. With a commitment to leveraging cu…

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Housing Chaos, Surrey’s Arena, and BC’s Nuclear Moment | UnSpun Ep. 303 31:08

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In Episode 303 of UnSpun with Jody Vance and George Affleck, it’s city hall mayhem, provincial implosions, and a federal plan that’s literally going nuclear (in a good way). Here’s what’s inside: 🏙️ Vancouver’s Political Freefall — New polling shows Ken Sim’s support collapsing, with only 30% of voters wanting him back. George breaks down why the m…

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Episode 310: Charleston's Centre Market, Established 1807 27:17

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In the spring of 1807, nineteen years after the initial creation of Market Street, Charleston’s municipal government faced a looming deadline to complete the proposed but long-delayed public marketplace. To avoid a second forfeiture of the extensive property donated by generous neighbors, City Council launched a rapid series of construction project…

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Start Up #287: Emergenseek - One-Tap Medical Emergency Response App 37:01

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Deocesco Ferenzzo Ramos is Founder at Emergenseek. Emergenseek was founded in 2023, a mobile application dedicated to connecting emergency responders to individuals in distress with just a simple tap. Through a single tap, users can send out urgent alerts to nearby emergency responders and provide the necessary data for responders to be dispatched.…

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EP 303 – Fighting for Joy with Mark Hallock 26:31

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Mark Hallock was gracious enough to jump on the phone with me to record this call, but don’t sleep on this episode – it is worth the listen for sure. Mark and I talk about JOY. The first prayer a struggling church should ask is for the joy of their salvation. Joy, a fruit of […]By Replant Bootcamp

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Start Up #286: RideNow PH - Smart School Shuttle Service System! 47:19

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Lemuel Ian Cua is Co-Founder at RideNow PH. RideNow PH is a ride-sharing solution that partners with operators and schools in providing school shuttle services for students. It uses students’ RFIDs to alert parents of their children’s drop off and pick up in school and at home, ensuring children’s safety and parents’ peace of mind while reducing tr…

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Start Up #285: BioInnovate (VocaGlove) - Motion Sensor Gloves that Turn Sign Language into Speech! 39:40

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Jizel Lazaro is Founder and Ciara May Tandih is Co-Founder of BioInnovate & VocaGlove. BioInnovate is committed to revolutionizing communication for the Filipino deaf community through innovative technology. Their VocaGlove aims to create a more inclusive and accessible society by breaking down communication barriers between those who use sign lang…

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Park Board Chaos, BC Strikes & Trump’s “Peace Prize” | UnSpun Ep. 302 31:16

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In Episode 302 of UnSpun with Jody Vance and George Affleck, the Park Board soap opera hits a new twist, BC’s liquor shelves run dry, and the global stage gets even stranger. Here’s what’s inside: 🏞️ Park Board Meltdown, Again — Ken Sim backtracks on supporting the province’s Park Board referendum over “respect for First Nations” — leaving everyone…