Best Sparkle Jenkins Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 270: The Portal, The Tube, and The Assisted Lift (with Anaka Nazareth, National Aquarium) 45:22

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Chris and Ari are joined by fellow training enthusiast Anaka Nazareth, Behavioral Husbandry Coordinator at the National Aquarium! Anaka shares the path that took her from America to Austria (a few times) before settling back on the East Coast and eventually into her current role in Baltimore, where she oversees the training of a lot of our favorite…

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Be about yo Business... 59:35

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Previously Recorded Sparkle & FluffyDiva catch up and discuss new business ideas, business progression, and a Netflix's movie review on Straw. Hit us up: A Taste of Bliss (various Ooey Gooey Butter Cakes) Email: [email protected] Website: Bakesy.shop/b/a-taste-of-bliss To Leave a Review: https://bakesy.shop/b/a-taste-of-bliss/getreviews Ins…

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Episode 269: The "Ponies, Sparkles, and Rainbows" Side of HR (with Dr Taylor Gilley, Houston Zoo) 41:05

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Chris is joined by NEI's new (but also not really new) Director of Staff Development, Training, and Shows - Ari Bailey - to welcomes Dr Taylor Gilley back to the show! Taylor shares the path that took her from the education world to her current role as Director of Staff Learning and Development at Houston Zoo, and guides us through a great conversa…

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Episode 268: A Podcast About A Podcast (Radical Candor's "Leading Through Chaos With Stephanie Chung") 38:37

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In another in our series of podcasts about other podcasts, Ari and Chris share their thoughts on a recent episode of the Radical Candor podcast with Kim Scott, featuring their guest Stephanie Chung. Chris recently started reading her book "Ally Leadership: How to Lead People Who Are Not Like You," which gets a great overview in the podcast, and giv…

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Birth Chart...with these fools PART 2 25:33

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Previously Recorded Sparkle & FluffyDiva talk with Uncle Chad's nephew, Cinnamon, & Special Kkkky about their birth chart....following up. Jupiter, Venus, Mars, Saturn, and etc.... Get yo birth chart! https://astro.cafeastrology.com/natal.php Send us your questions, we'd love to answer them: [email protected] Now on YouTube: https://you…

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Episode 267: Observe, Interpret, Improve (with Joey Golden, Maryland Zoo) 50:44

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Ari and Chris are back together and excited to be joined by Joey Golden, Curator of Animal Behavior Programs at Maryland Zoo! Chris and Joey both attended the recent ABMA and ISZAW conferences, and we wanted to bring him on to chat about the great presentations he gave about his zoo's progress towards "24/7 welfare" for all their animals. We chat a…

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Episode 266: Pursue Your Calling! (with Scott Trauger, Supervisor Emeritus, Natural Encounters, Inc.) 32:04

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While Chris is away at the International Symposium for Zoo Animal Welfare in Chicago, Ari is hosting solo—but she’s not alone! She’s joined by former (but also still current) NEI teammate Scott Trauger, who shares what life has been like since he made the big leap to follow his passion outside the animal field. From spreadsheets to showtunes, hear …

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Talking trending topics & news...with these fools 31:52

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Previously Recorded Sparkle & FluffyDiva talk with Uncle Chad's nephew, Cinnamon, & Special Kkkky about trending topic & news. Don't date her!, 30+ year old man kept in his room for years by his dad & step mom, Cinnamon ALWAYS HELPS us, Sparkle's popcorn, when they say...I don't do drama, 50/50 in relationships, customer service, throat goat, etc. …

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Philly DA Larry Krasner talks Crime, Public Safety, Voting, President Trump & More 2:05:32

1M ago2:05:32

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Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner discusses crime and public safety, his campaign for re-election, President Donald Trump, voting and more in his run against Judge Patrick Dugan for District Attorney. Committee of Seventy's Tanisha Bezue breaks down Philadelphia's upcoming election, voting, and ballot questions. Filmmaker, Producer Ryan …

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Episode 265: Using Communities to Create Opportunities 43:13

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Ari catches us up on her time at Croc School before our hosts tackle an email asking for ideas about how to create opportunities in the professional animal care field for yourself when 1) you've moved somewhere where the immediately employment opportunities might be limited - or non-existent - or 2) you've taken a temporary break from the field and…

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Episode 264: What Does It Mean To "Prioritize Training"? (Live from the 2025 ABMA Annual Conference) 35:26

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Ari Bailey is busy doing cool reptile stuff at Croc School at the St. Augustine Alligator Farm, so Chris takes the opportunity to share the audio from his presentation, "What Does It Mean to 'Prioritize Training'?" from last week's ABMA Annual Conference! He shares some antecedent and consequence conditions that he's seen great teams utilize to mak…

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We expect you to do what is best for you... 58:33

2M ago58:33

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Previously Recorded Sparkle & FluffyDiva chat about life here on Earth. Starting side businesses, jobs, applications, congratulations on life changes, angel numbers & praying, this fool Peanut, A Taste of Bliss, Sparkle's Stop & Pop, and etc. Send us your questions, we'd love to answer them: [email protected] Now on YouTube: https://you…

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Episode 263: Zen and the Art of Networking (Live from the 2025 ABMA Annual Conference Zoo Day) 44:26

2M ago44:26

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Chris is LIVE from Zoo Day at the 2025 ABMA Annual Conference in Galveston, Texas! Whilst wandering the grounds of our host facility, Moody Gardens, we chat with Chase Alsup from the Colorado State University Zoo, Aquarium, and Animal Shelter Management Graduate Program, Rae Simmons and Aubrey Wilson from the Moorpark College Animal Care and Traini…

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Episode 262: A Feedback Loop About Feedback Loops 39:31

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Chris is in the editing (and possibly scrapping-and-starting-over) phase of his upcoming ABMA workshop "Your Feedback Loop: Evolving the Way We Give Feedback to Peers," so he decided to reach out to one of the smartest feedbackers around - Ari Bailey - and see how their notes compared when she was given the assignment to jot down what she considere…

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Throwback..Kysha the FluffyDiva said Trudy paid her... 17:45

2M ago17:45

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Previously Recorded A Throwback of Episode 6 Sparkle and Ms. Kysha the FluffyDiva discuss their Friendship. What does "friend" mean to you? Girrrl, describe your friend's personality? Meeting new friends and inviting new friends in, also mixing different personalities. Send us your questions, we'd love to answer them: [email protected] …

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Episode 261: Is Your Animal Doing What You Want? (TEC Talk Throwback to The Official Chris Jenkins Super Simplified Guide to Behavior™) 43:02

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It's consulting time! Chris is back at the Little Rock Zoo working with a team of eight trainers from around the zoo to get everyone working with people and animals they don't normally get a chance to, with the hopes that it might help them be better "training trainers" for new staff in the future! This has meant a lot of conversations about how yo…

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Milano Di Rouge Founder at FashCon Philly, Kris Jenkins NCAA Lawsuit, Keri Hilson Beyonce Diss 2:06:37

2M ago2:06:37

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Milano Di Rouge Founder Milan Harris talks building her brand and success at FashCon Philly. Singer Keri Hilson clears her name revealing writer Ester Dean wrote lyrics in infamous Beyonce diss track "Turning Me On (Remix)." Former Villanova Basketball Star Kris Jenkins sues NCAA. Father and two sons killed by Amtrak train highlights the importance…

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Episode 260: The Guinea Pigs Have Arrived! (with Hayley Dougherty and Taylor LaTulipe, Natural Encounters, Inc.)) 39:20

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Chris and Ari share two microphones with their newest coworkers, Hayley Dougherty and Taylor LaTulipe! Hayley and Taylor share their immediate feelings after their first interviews, get quizzed to see how much they know about the show sections they started learning less than 2 days ago, reflect on how they felt coming out of their first interviews,…

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Inmate executed by firing squad, federal employees layoffs, FUBU Co-Founder J. Alexander Martin 2:08:43

3M ago2:08:43

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Death row inmate Brad Sigmon is executed by firing squad. William and Zachary Zulock were each sentenced to 100 years in prison without parole for the sexual assaults of their two adopted sons. Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro announced plans to hire federal employees terminated from their jobs due to Trump Administration cuts. FUBU Founder J. Al…

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Randomly Speaking 41:57

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PREVIOUSLY RECORDED Sparkle & FluffyDiva chop it up with Cinnamon, Special Kkkky, SupaMan, Dutchess, & Coco. Just randomly speaking about, taxes, why eggs don't taste like chicken, addition & multiplication, how is the Popcorn from Sparkle's Stop & Pop, this fool Peanut, prenup, no sloppy toppy, being free, what is your life path number, did you kn…

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Lebron James & Stephen A. Smith Beef, Will Smith Street Renaming, Jay-Z & Beyonce Sue Kanye 1:57:23

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Philly native Will Smith returns for a street renaming honoring him. The Lebron James and Stephen A. Smith beef continues with some heated jabs being thrown. Are Jay-Z and Beyonce suing Kanye for his rant targeting their younger children? PA Youth Vote Co-Founder Angelique Hinton discusses the nonpartisan work the organization is doing to educate y…

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Episode 259: Okay - I'm Going to Get a Degree, Then I'm Going to Come Back and Run This Place (with Kimm Hunt, International Animal Training Certification Board) 1:02:02

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Ari sits down with Kimm Hunt, President of the International Animal Training Certification Board (IATCB), to dive into the IATCB certification exam—how it’s developed, maintained, and what it means for animal trainers. They also explore Kimm’s work with shelter dogs, tackling tough topics like behavioral euthanasia and the importance of understandi…

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Wautoma Springs - Jessica Munnel 41:28

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In 2008 Jessica Munnell approached Tom Merkle about working together to create a wine that featured his grapes. A partnership was formed that became Wautoma Wines – made of the best Cabernet Sauvignon from Wautoma Springs. Eight years later Rachel Mercer joined the duo and the three set their sights on increasing production and opening a Tasting Ro…

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Episode 258: Don't Panic! Let Your Weird Flagg Fly! (with Josh Flagg, Natural Encounters, Inc.) 36:43

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Chris is off at the AZA mid-year meeting, so Ari is joined by NEI Senior Trainer Josh Flagg for this episode! They dive into the challenges and joys of being the new person on a zoo team. From making new staff feel safe and welcome to knowing when (and when not) to let your "weird flag" fly, Josh and Ari explore ways to set teams up for success. Th…

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Treveri Cellars - Christian Grieb 57:30

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Treveri Cellars, Washington State’s Yakima Valley, founding sparkling wine house, produces some of the finest handcrafted sparkling wines in the United States. Family-owned and operated since its inception, Treveri prides itself on a tradition of excellence in both winemaking and service, ensuring that each bottle of sparkling wine delivers superio…

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France wants Statue of Liberty back, Stimulus Checks, Philly News Updates 1:58:52

3M ago1:58:52

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France wants Statue of Liberty back, Stimulus Checks, Philly News Updates & more! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/we-talk-weekly--2576999/support.By We Talk Weekly

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Birth Chart...is it true or is it real? These Crazy Fools 1:07:59

3M ago1:07:59

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PREVIOUSLY RECORDED Sparkle & FluffyDiva helped these crazy fools learn about themselves in their BIRTH CHARTS. We discussed the 12 houses. Zodiac/Horoscopes...Is it True or is it Real? Get your birth chart: https://astro.cafeastrology.com/natal.php Send us your questions, we'd love to answer them: [email protected] Now on YouTube: http…

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Episode 257: What Does Goal-Based Enrichment Look Like For People? 28:32

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Chris once again ambushes Ari with a surprise topic for discussion, thanks to a great email we received: now that the definition of "enrichment for animals" has evolved, what might "modern, goal-based enrichment" look like for the humans we work alongside in the professional animal care field? We chat about the staff-driven professional development…

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Tirriddis Sparkling Wines - Andrew Gerow 1:08:16

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Tirriddis is a Washington State traditional method sparkling wine winery located in Prosser, Washington. Founded in 2020 by Andrew Gerow, Gabriel Crowell, and Matthew Doutney, three graduates of Washington State Universities Viticulture & Enology program. Our name, Tirriddis, comes from Tirage, Riddle, and Disgorge the three steps to naturally prod…

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Offset calls out Elon Musk's Support of Derek Chauvin Pardon, Mr. Beast Buying TikTok? 1:35:13

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Offset calls out Elon Musk's support of Derek Chauvin Pardon after Musk shared Conservative Commentator Ben Shapiro's video. Will Mr. Beast be buying and transforming Tik Tok? Wendy Williams is demanding an end to her guardianship. Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker's Taking Care of Business Clean Corridors Program leads to cleaner streets in the C…

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Episode 256: What Do Great Trainers Actually DO? (with Steve Martin, Natural Encounters, Inc.) 34:28

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Ari and Chris steal a bit of time out of a busy day to chat with NEI's Steve Martin to follow up on last week's episode and talk about the practical, observable, and trainable behaviors that we see great trainers do. Focusing both on skills people can build in themselves and help build in others, the trio talks about meeting people where they're at…

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Purple Star Winery - Amy and Kyle Johnson 34:26

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In 2008 we set out to start a winery with a specific vision: to embody the soul of wine from vineyard to bottle to table. Our philosophy is that wine should be accessible, approachable, and affordable. But most of all, we believe a wine’s purpose is to bring together family and friends!With 10 years of viticulture and winemaking experience in Washi…

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Trump & Zelenskyy clash at White House, Tate Brothers Back in U.S., Angie Stone Dies 1:57:21

4M ago1:57:21

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Trump Administration clashes with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the White House. The infamous Tate Brothers arrive back on U.S. soil in Florida, as Gov. Ron DeSantis condemns them in his states. Grammy-Nominate R&B Singer Angie Stone dies in car crash. Measles outbreaks, skype is shutting down. Become a supporter of this podcast: https…

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A THROWBACK...lingerie and online dating eps 16 24:30

4M ago24:30

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Sparkle & FluffyDiva do a THROWBACK... Esp 16 from 06/08/2023. Sparkle, Sweet P, Ms Kysha, Doc, and Anonymous discuss lingerie and online dating. Send us your questions, we'd love to answer them: [email protected] Now on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@TheseCrazyFoolsPodcast?si=MnmwJB8OipuSlmbah linktr.ee/thesecrazyfoolspodcast TheseCrazy…

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Episode 255: Grab Your Trowel, We're Cultivating Trainers! 49:12

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With Chris busy being immersed in our Immersion Workshop, Ari is joined once more by Adam Geltz (Senior Trainer, Natural Encounters, Inc.) to discuss a listener email asking us to share some thoughts about cultivating great animal trainers. They start by talking about setting up strong antecedents to foster a safe environment for learning, move on …

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Martinez & Martinez - Drew Martinez 31:51

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The Martinez family planted a small vineyard of Cabernet Sauvignon in 1981 on the Horse Heaven Hills AVA (HHH’s) and are now a small family owned and operated vineyard and winery. They take pride in the family’s Latino heritage as the vineyard owner, Sergio Martinez; is from Mexico while his wife Kristy is 3rd generation Prosser resident. Their son…

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Trump Administration's Mass Deportations, DEI, Tariffs, Department of Education, Project 2025 2:20:37

4M ago2:20:37

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How could Democrats have handled the 2024 Presidential election? Although Republicans denounced Project 2025 and President Donald Trump distanced himself from the nearly 1,000 page manifesto, executive orders eerily mirror the plan. What will the Trump Administration's mass deportations, DEI dismantling, tariffs, tax cuts, Department of Education, …

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Episode 254: Changing Jobs and Continuing Connections (with Ramon Castillo, St. Augustine Alligator Farm) 45:18

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Chris and Ari sit down with Ramon Castillo, who Ari first connected with through NEI’s work with Bearizona Wildlife Park—when he reached out to chat about reptile training! They discuss his time at Bearizona, his transition to The St. Augustine Alligator Farm, and how he’s working to make animal programs more accessible in both English and Spanish.…

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Hyatt Vineyards - Caleb Foster 47:53

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Hyatt Vineyards launched as a regional high benchmark for wine quality, since 1985 in the Yakima Valley as a top Merlot and Riesling producer. In 1990, the leading wine media of the Wine Spectator, Seattle Times, Tri-Cities Herald and Tri-Cities Wine Festival all listed Hyatt among the best producers. Growing to 30,000cs production, Hyatt continued…

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StopThroughSaturday....Shuckin N Jivin w/this fool, LilJOE!! 33:35

4M ago33:35

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PREVIOUSLY RECORDED & Sorry about the FAN..... Sparkle & FluffyDiva: Shuckin N Jivin with this fool, Lil JOE. Send us your questions, we'd love to answer them: [email protected] Now on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@TheseCrazyFoolsPodcast?si=MnmwJB8OipuSlmbah TheseCrazyFools.org TheseCrazyFools.podbean.com Episode 62 THANKS for listening…

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Episode 253: Ego, Influence, and "Extreme Ownership" 58:15

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With Ari out conferencing in Tennessee, Chris is joined by fellow NEI'er Adam Geltz to talk about their takeaways from Extreme Ownership: How U.S. Navy SEALs Lead and Win by Jocko Willink and Leif Babbin. They chat about the importance of recognizing when your ego gets in the way of making decisions that are best for the team, how vulnerability and…

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Gilbert Cellars - Dusty Jenkins 41:05

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At Gilbert Cellars, we’ve been busy reimagining what a winery can be! We think it should feel spirited, inclusive, and a little bit tipsy. A space where you can meet up, learn, party, relax, or just be. We make wines that pair with all these things. We find joy in being a part of this gorgeous valley, where we’ve long been stewards of the land. We …

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Episode 252: Accelerate Your Growth Arc (with Adam Geltz and Shay Gruman, Natural Encounters, Inc.) 44:00

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With Chris busy teaching at NEI's Professional Contemporary Animal Training and Management Workshop, Ari gets some coworker support and is joined by special co-host Adam Geltz and returning guest Shay Gruman! The three talk about how they've each been working on their personal and professional growth outside of NEI, reflecting on how breaking goals…

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Fortuity Cellars - Lee Fergestrom 46:05

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We believe the people and the unique climate, soil, sun, slopes, wind and water help produce some of the highest quality wines in the world. Fortuity Cellars delivers crisp, clean and aromatic white and rosé wines and brilliantly balanced, fruit forward red wines from the Yakima Valley. We focus on single varietal, single vineyard wines that showca…

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TCFP - ROSE & EXERCISING an ADULT EDITION 1:34:35

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Sparkle & FluffyDiva talks DIRRRTY and share opinions/thoughts about ROSE. Special guest, SpidaMAN/SupaMAN/Advenger & Kee the AQUARIUS stop through to drop off some Know To Grow.... Buy this B a ROSE...ADULTS ONLY EPISODE! HIDE THEM KIDS AND COME SEE These Crazy Fools. Send us your questions, we'd love to answer them: [email protected] …

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Episode 251: If All You Do Is Grind, When Do You Have Time To Improve? (with Ryan Cartlidge, Animal Training Academy) 1:16:00

5M ago1:16:00

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Chris is joined by fellow podcaster and all around amazing Kiwi, Ryan Cartlidge, founder of Animal Training Academy! Ryan chats about how a desire for better work-life balance led to exploring non-zoo jobs beyond consulting, how a friend with a recording studio led to ATA's first online course, why it's important for people in the field to "keep th…

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Dineen Vineyards - Samantha Mallery 38:15

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Dineen Vineyards is located in the hills of the Lower Yakima Valley. We are a family owned and operated viticulture business with an acclaimed site for ultra-premium wine grapes and highly acclaimed Estate wines. Rocky, shallow soils and variable soil types define our terroir and the wines that we produce. We grow 13 varietals and craft an array of…

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Episode 250: From Timid Fans to Lifelong Friends (with Ken Ramirez, Steve Martin, Susan Friedman, and Tim Sullivan) 1:51:14

5M ago1:51:14

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HAPPY 250TH EPISODE, TEC TALK! To celebrate this fun landmark, Ari and Chris are joined by four amazing people who've had a huge impact on us and our field: Ken Ramirez (Karen Pryor Clicker Training), Steve Martin (Natural Encounters, Inc.), Susan Friedman (Behavior Works), and Tim Sullivan (Brookfield Zoo Chicago)! Our guests talk about how they a…

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Dichotomy Vineyards - Rosie Signer and Jarred Jenner 48:47

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Dichotomy is a Washington State vineyard and winery born from winemakers Jarred Jenner and Rosie Signer after they fell in love on the coast of South Australia. Rosie grew up in Spokane Washington and studied Viticulture and Enology at WSU before heading to Australia, where she fell in love with the terroir and Barossa born and bred winemaker, Jarr…

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Happy New Year from TCFP....part 2 25:39

5M ago25:39

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Happy New Year from These Crazy Fools Podcast....PART 2. Sparkle & FluffyDiva finish chatting about: Are you judged by your name?, FluffyDiva gives us a "Cherry Story", we see our mommas were over the top sometimes, FluffyDiva & her therapy, Sparkle & celibacy, Who/why eat ass?, crazy Peanut, Trudy kids & revisiting a daddy story from Sparkle, Fluf…