Best Tim Wilms Podcasts (2026)

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Franchising 101 - Consistency and Positivity: Navigating the Franchise Industry in 2026 - Episode 275 42:24

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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ 🎙️ Episode 275 - In this episode of the Franchising 101 Podcast, host Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, sits down with Danielle Wright to share their visions and goals for 2026. Together, they dive into why consistency and positi…

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Franchising 101 - Top 10 Reasons Why You Should NOT Buy a Franchise in 2026 - Episode 274 15:28

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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ 🎙️ Episode 274 - In this episode of the Franchising 101 Podcast, host Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, kicks off 2026 with an insightful and humorous take on the top 10 reasons you should NOT buy a franchise this year. Drawing f…

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Franchising 101 - Understanding the Franchisor Discovery Process with Tim Parmeter - Episode 273 25:46

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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ 🎙️ Episode 273 - In this episode of the Franchising 101 Podcast, host Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, explains in detail the discovery process for potential franchise owners and what happens on the franchisor’s side of things. …

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The Silent Struggle: Endometriosis and Its Impact with Dr. Marina Kvaskoff 53:14

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In this episode, we look into the complexities of endometriosis with Dr. Marina Kvaskoff, a researcher who works in the Epidemiology of Gynecological Health Team of the Center for Research in Epidemiology and Population Health in Villejuif, France. Dr. Kvaskoff explains what endometriosis is, how it affects women's lives, and the significant delay …

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Franchising 101 - Eco-Friendly Franchising: The Green Home Solutions Approach - Episode 272 39:50

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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ 🎙️ Episode 272 - In this episode of the Franchising 101 Podcast, host Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, interviews Chip Baranowski, Director of Franchise Development for Green Home Solutions. They discuss the unique franchise opp…

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Franchising 101 - Owning Your Success: Empower Brands and the Road to Franchise Leadership - Episode 271 44:25

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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ 🎙️ Episode 271 - In this episode of the Franchising 101 Podcast, host Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, welcomes R. Scott Sutton, the Chief Development Officer at Empower Brands. The discussion dives into the nuances of comparing…

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Franchising 101 - The Truth About Semi-Absentee Ownership - Episode 270 23:54

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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ 🎙️ Episode 270 - In this episode of the Franchising 101 Podcast, host Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, cuts through the hype around semi-absentee franchise ownership. Tim breaks down what the model really requires, why it so oft…

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Franchising 101 - Franchising Meets Real Estate: Chad Ackerman's Entrepreneurial Journey - Episode 269 42:29

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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ 🎙️ Episode 269 - In this episode of FranCoach’s Franchising 101 Podcast, Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, welcomes back Chad Ackerman, a franchise owner and real estate investor. Chad discusses his journey from being a W-2 emplo…

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Emergent Wonders, Gravity and Black Holes with Dr. Jay Armas 58:56

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In this episode, we talk with Dr. Jácome (Jay) Armas, a theoretical physicist who works at the Niels Bohr Institute (University of Copenhagen) and the University of Amsterdam. We spend time on the concept of emergence: how complex behaviour can arise from simple underlying rules in ways you couldn't predict just by looking at the components. Dr. Ar…

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Franchising 101 - From Signing to Site Selection: Real Estate Insights for Franchisees with Carlie Wilmes - Episode 268 45:13

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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ 🎙️ Episode 268 - In this episode of FranCoach’s Franchising 101 Podcast, Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, speaks with Carlie Wilmes, managing partner and co-founder of Reimagine CRE, a company specializing in helping franchisees…

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Franchising 101 - Scaling Success: The Tint World Story with Charles Bonfiglio - Episode 267 36:07

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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ 🎙️ Episode 267 - In this episode of FranCoach’s Franchising 101 Podcast, Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, interviews Charles Bonfiglio, founder and CEO of Tint World. Charles shares his journey from a love for cars to building a…

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Tiny Transformations: Exploring the World of Nanomaterials with Prof. Katarzyna Siuzdak 43:22

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Did you know that if you go down to nanoscale, the features of materials change completely? For example gold can have a completely different colour. It's not only aestheric, it can have profound implications in the material's applications. Want to be surprised even more? Listen to the first episode in our new 6th season in which we discuss nanomate…

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Franchising 101 - Craig Moody on Building a Game-Changing Franchise - Episode 266 34:16

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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ 🎙️ Episode 266 - In this episode of FranCoach’s Franchising 101 Podcast, Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, interviews Craig Moody, founder and president of Shoot 360. Craig shares his unique journey from a high school and college…

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People on the Move: The Impact of Migration on Economies with Prof. Catia Batista 39:06

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Migration remains one of the most contentious and emotionally charged issues of our time. In this episode, we explore the evidence behind the debates with Catia Batista, Professor of Economics at Nova School of Business and Economics and Director of the Nova Africa Research Center. Professor Batista recently served as a visiting professor at LISER …

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Franchising 101 - Shifting the Future: Insights from FranCoach and Create A Shift - Episode 265 38:05

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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ 🎙️ Episode 265 - In this episode of FranCoach’s Franchising 101 Podcast, Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, is joined by the frequent and esteemed guest, Danielle Wright, founder and CEO of Create A Shift and President of FranCoac…

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Franchising 101 - Transforming Spaces and Lives: The Garage Experts Franchise with Mike Mushinski - Episode 264 42:55

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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ 🎙️ Episode 264 - In this episode of FranCoach’s Franchising 101 Podcast, Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, interviews Mike Mushinski,President of Garage Experts. Mike shares his extensive experience in franchising, from being a f…

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Franchising 101 - Building Wealth through Franchising and Investments with Luke Murray of Edward Jones - Episode 263 40:50

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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ 🎙️ Episode 263 - In this episode of FranCoach’s Franchising 101 Podcast, Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, speaks with financial advisor Luke Murray from Edward Jones. They discuss critical considerations for those transitioning …

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Gut Feelings: Understanding Microbiome Influence on Health with Prof. Paul Wilmes 39:31

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The gut microbiome has become a hot topic in recent years, capturing the attention of scientists and the general public alike. In our latest podcast episode, we met with Professor Paul Wilmes, head of the Systems Ecology group at the Luxembourg Center for Systems Biomedicine (University of Luxembourg). He shares insights into the complexities of th…

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Franchising 101 - Franchise Discovery 101: Meeting the Franchisors - Episode 262 19:46

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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ 🎙️ Episode 262 - In this episode of FranCoach’s Franchising 101 Podcast, Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, discusses the initial steps of the franchise discovery process. Listen in as Tim describes FranCoach’s multi-step discover…

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Can Data Help Manage Diabetes? (with Dr. Adam Hulman) 51:11

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This episode features Dr. Adam Hulman, a mathematician with a PhD in epidemiology who specialises in bridging the gap between computer science and clinical research. Adam discusses the significant challenges involved in developing prediction models that actually work in real-world healthcare contexts, particularly in diabetes management. The conver…

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Franchising 101 - Mastering the Franchise Game with Enviro-Master - Episode 261 40:23

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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ 🎙️ Episode 261 - In this episode of FranCoach’s Franchising 101 Podcast, Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, talks with Carson Suppé, Director of Franchise Development for Enviro-Master. They discuss the company's extensive support…

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The Sun Affects Us All - Space Weather with Dr. Carl Shneider 47:54

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Did you know Luxembourg is home to space weather experts? Space weather – a term that may sound unfamiliar to many – encompasses a broad range of solar phenomena that can significantly impact life on Earth and the technology we rely on daily. This is the specialisation of Dr. Carl Shneider from SnT (University of Luxembourg), whom we spoke with rec…

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Franchising 101 - What Franchisees Really Think (And Why It Matters) with Michelle Rowan - Episode 260 46:00

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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ 🎙️ Episode 259 - In this episode of FranCoach’s Franchising 101 Podcast, Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, sits down with Michelle Rowan of Franchise Business Review to unpack why third-party franchisee satisfaction surveys are a…

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Franchising 101 - Get Your Saturdays Back: The Waterloo Turf Franchise Story - Episode 259 37:43

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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ 🎙️ Episode 259 - In this episode of FranCoach’s Franchising 101 Podcast, Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, welcomes Lance Ingram (Founder) and Tim Lovett (CEO) of Waterloo Turf, a fast-growing home services franchise specializing…

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Eating for Life: Talking Nutrition with Dr. Torsten Bohn 55:29

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Let's look at what we eat - from a nutrition research perspective! Dr. Torsten Bohn, a food chemist and nutritionist heading the Nutrition and Health group at the Luxembourg Institute of Health, shares his insights on what constitutes a healthy diet, the challenges of adhering to dietary recommendations in real life, and the impact of modern dietar…

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Franchising 101 - Magnolia Bakery's Sweet Success and Franchising Potential - Episode 258 52:03

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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ \ 🎙️ Episode 258 - In this episode of FranCoach’s Franchising 101 Podcast, Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, sits down with Bobbie Lloyd, CEO and Chief Baking Officer of Magnolia Bakery, and Jason Mattes, VP of Development and Sa…

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Franchising 101 - In Their Words - Episode 257 41:06

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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ 🎙️ Episode 257 - In this episode of FranCoach’s Franchising 101 Podcast, Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, interviews Theresa Batiller, a brand new franchise owner. Theresa shares her journey from a long corporate career to enter…

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Franchising 101 - Sustainable Profits: Exploring the Semi-Absentee Business Model with Clothes Bin - Episode 256 39:24

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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ 🎙️ Episode 256 - In this episode of FranCoach’s Franchising 101 Podcast, Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, interviews Chris Brown, Vice President of Franchise Development for Clothes Bin. Listen as they take a deep dive into the …

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Franchising 101 - Are You Selfish Enough? Why Being Selfish is Key to Finding Your Best Franchise Fit - Episode 255 14:11

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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ 🎙️ Episode 255 - In this episode of FranCoach’s Franchising 101 Podcast, Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, discusses the unusual but crucial trait needed for finding the perfect franchise: being selfish. He explains why it's esse…

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Franchising 101 - TruBlue Home Service Ally: Bridging Service and Community - Episode 254 42:51

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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ 🎙️ Episode 254 - In this episode of FranCoach’s Franchising 101 Podcast, Tim Parmeter interviews Sean Fitzgerald, CEO of TruBlue Home Service Ally. Sean shares insights into the franchisor’s value and the importance of continuous support f…

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Franchising 101 - The Power of Storytelling in Franchising with Trevor Rappleye - Episode 253 39:51

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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ 🎙️ Episode 253 - In this episode of FranCoach’s Franchising 101 Podcast, Tim Parmeter speaks with Trevor Rappleye, CEO and storyteller of Franchise Filming. They explore the vital role of storytelling in marketing, especially within the fr…

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From Primes to Privacy: Number Theory and Cryptography with Prof. Jennifer Balakrishnan and Tim Seuré 47:03

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What exactly is number theory, and what drives researchers to dedicate their careers to this field? How does this seemingly abstract branch of mathematics connect to the cryptography that secures our digital world? A couple of weeks ago, Luxembourg hosted the 33rd Journées Arithmétiques, providing us with the perfect opportunity to explore these qu…

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Franchising 101 - Fencing the Future: How Stand Strong Fencing is Changing the Industry - Episode 252 39:51

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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ 🎙️ Episode 252 - In this episode of FranCoach’s Franchising 101 Podcast, Tim Parmeter interviews Anthony Spagnola, Vice President of Franchise Development for Stand Strong Fencing. Listen in as they explore how Stand Strong Fencing leverag…

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Franchising 101 - Top 3 Things That Will Help You Find Your Best Franchise - Episode 251 17:37

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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ 🎙️ Episode 251 - In this episode of FranCoach’s Franchising 101 Podcast, host Tim Parmeter explores a crucial aspect of the franchise vetting process that is often overlooked. He discusses the top three factors that significantly impact th…

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Insights into Colorectal Cancer Research with Prof. Elisabeth Letellier and Dr. Mina Tsenkova 36:58

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In this episode, Professor Elisabeth Letellier from the University of Luxembourg and Dr. Mina Tsenkova, now at Amgen in California, discuss colorectal cancer research and ketogenic diet. Mina won the Rolf Tarrach Award 2024 for her PhD thesis. The discussion centers around the critical role of the gut microbiome in cancer development, specifically …

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Franchising 101 - Behind the Sandwich: Potbelly’s Franchise Vision - Episode 250 41:41

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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ 🎙️ Episode 250 - In this episode of FranCoach’s Franchising 101 Podcast, host Tim Parmeter sits down with Lynette McKee, Senior Vice President of Franchising at Potbelly Sandwich Shop. Lynette shares her extensive journey in franchising, f…

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From Rocks to Rescue: The Science of Asteroids and Planetary Defense with Dr. Patrick Michel 55:47

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Dr. Patrick Michel, senior researcher at CNRS and global fellow at the University of Tokyo, discusses how our understanding of asteroids has evolved dramatically since the mid-1990s. Early research relied on reflected light observations, but space missions have revealed asteroids as complex geological worlds with diverse shapes and structures. Patr…

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Franchising 101 - OhDEER:: Building Empires Naturally - Episode 249 36:40

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🎙️ Episode 249 - In this episode of FranCoach’s Franchising 101 Podcast, host Tim Parmeter interviews Jereme Shelton, Vice President of Franchise Development at ohDEER. They discuss ohDEER's mission to help people enjoy more time outdoors through their all-natural pest control services for deer, ticks, and mosquitoes. Jereme shares insights on the …

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The Lifecycle of Change: Sustainability Strategies with Dr. Thomas Gibon 45:39

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Dr. Thomas Gibon from the Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology breaks down why our assumptions about "green" technology are often wrong. Electric cars, hydrogen fuel, steel production – Thomas shows how Life Cycle Assessment reveals the hidden environmental costs that many don't talk about. The conversation cuts through the usual green-te…

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In Their Words - Hear from New Franchise Owners! - Franchising 101 - Episode 248 40:33

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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ 🎙️ Episode 248 - In this episode of the FranCoach’s Franchising 101 Podcast, Tim Parmeter chats with Trevor Schermer, a new franchise owner, about his motivations and his experience with the selection process. Trevor shares his journey fro…

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Franchising 101 - Top 3 Problems in Franchising - Episode 247 35:44

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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ 🎙️ Episode 247 - In this special episode of FranCoach’s Franchising 101 podcast, Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, takes a deep dive into the critical, often overlooked, negative aspects of the franchising industry. Tim shares in…

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Revolutionising Orthopedic Care: The SmILE Project with Dr. Bernd Grimm and Prof. Arndt-Peter Schulz 36:48

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In this episode, we connect with Dr. Bernd Grimm from the Luxembourg Institute of Health and Professor Arndt-Peter Schulz from Germany's Fraunhofer IMTE – two researchers revolutionising orthopedic medicine by looking into the fast developing field of smart implants - here comes the SmILE project. Musculoskeletal diseases like osteoarthritis and os…

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Franchising 101 - How Franchisors Support You in Hiring – What to Expect and What to Ask - Episode 246 14:31

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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ 🎙️ Episode 246 - This episode picks up where we left off last week, diving deeper into the essential topic of staffing your franchise—but this time, from the franchisor’s support perspective. Tim Parmeter explains how franchisors help new …

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Bridging Science and Society: Insights from Prof. Mike S. Schäfer 47:42

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In this SciLux episode, we speak about science communication with Professor Mike S. Schäfer, Head of the Department of Communication and Media Research at the University of Zurich. We examine the role of intermediaries between researchers and audiences and discuss the difficulties scientists face when explaining their work. Mike addresses the need …

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Franchising 101 - Staffing Options: Understanding Labor in Franchise Ownership - Episode 245 14:56

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🎙️ Episode 244 - In this week’s episode of Franchising 101, host Tim Parmeter takes a deep dive into one of the most critical—and often intimidating—aspects of franchise ownership: labor. Whether you're wondering if you can run a franchise solo, trying to decide between skilled or unskilled labor, or curious about working with subcontractors, this …

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Unveiling the Layers of History with Dr. Joëlla van Donkersgoed 42:53

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History isn't just what happened - it's who gets to tell the story. In this episode, we sit down with public history researcher Dr. Joëlla van Donkersgoed (C2DH, University of Luxembourg) to explore how communities are reclaiming their narratives and reshaping our understanding of the past. From the streets of Esch-sur-Alzette to the remote Banda I…

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Franchising 101 - Beyond Buying Ugly Houses: The Community and Impact of HomeVestors - Episode 244 43:26

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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ 🎙️ Episode 244 - In this episode of Franchising 101, Tim Parmeter welcomes Mike Oberholtzer, VP of Franchise Development, and Lesly Harden, Broker Liaison for HomeVestors. The discussion delves into how HomeVestors helps people out of chal…

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Franchising 101 - Finding Your Why and the Exciting World of Franchise Ownership with Justin Livingston of Ziggi's Coffee - Episode 243 39:36

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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ 🎙️ Episode 243 - In this episode of Franchising 101, Tim Parmeter welcomes Justin Livingston from Ziggi's Coffee. They discuss the importance of understanding your 'why' for entering franchise ownership and Ziggi's unique business model, w…

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Navigating the Complexities of EU Law with Prof. Takis Tridimas 36:29

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Prof. Takis Tridimas: "Europe for me is a set of values. It's about democracy. It's about putting the citizen at the centre of society." As we celebrated Europe Day last week, we took the time to revisit the concept of Europe and talk about EU Law with Prof. Takis Tridimas, the founding director of the Luxembourg Centre for European Law at the Univ…

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Franchising 101 - In Their Words - Hear from New Franchise Owner - Episode 242 41:31

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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ 🎙️ Episode 242 - Join Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, as he welcomes Eric McConaty, a Focal Point Business Coaching owner, to the Franchising 101 Podcast. In this episode of 'In Their Words,' Eric shares his inspiring journey f…