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Hands-On Mac explores and explains the Mac — and beyond! From clever Terminal commands to little-known iOS settings, Mikah Sargent shares all the best tips and tricks for your Mac, iPad, iPhone, and Apple Watch. You'll get all the details on Apple's apps and the best apps in the App Store, you'll learn about awesome accessories for your Apple devices, and you'll explore updates to Apple's operating systems — including iOS, macOS, iPadOS, and watchOS. Hands-On Mac is your one-stop shop for Ap ...
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The tech-nomadic video blog from Eklektro / SolarSonic, since 2002. Whether breaking beats via electrified RV, streaming solar-sonic jams orbiting LA with a webcam, or space-walking the world with a loaded Mac in the backpack; Eklektro and friends deliver cyber-rhythmic spontaneity from the streets, wilderness and cultural coordinates of cyberspace! From the urban jungle to the Amazon; Eklektro is eclectic electronics... everywhere!
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Greater Conversations showcases our local businesses, our community, and the stories of the people that live, work, and play in Winston-Salem and Forsyth County. As you immerse yourself in each episode, you'll understand why our team at Greater Winston-Salem, Inc, is excited to share these stories and why this area attracts new development, sparks innovation, and draws people from all walks of life to plant roots here. This is where it starts. This podcast is proudly sponsored by Truliant.
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Welcome to The ESGmark® Podcast, where we hear from inspiring businesses committed to a sustainable future. Our host Chloë Clarke will be interviewing CEOs and business leaders about how and why they started, how they’ve grown and how ESG policies and values have shaped their journey.
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"Important to me to unlock what's already in them. It's about putting a different frame around what people know, validating what people know, making connections between what people know, and putting that in the context of community work." HandsOn Northwest North Carolina mobilizes people and organizations to inspire change within the community. Bas…
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You might have heard about the new feature in macOS Sequoia, iOS 18, and iPadOS 18 that lets you schedule a message to send later, but have you figured out how to do it? Mikah Sargent shows you where to find the Send Later feature and shares everything you need to know about using it. Schedule a message on Mac to send later - Apple Support - https:…
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With the introduction of macOS Sequoia comes the introduction of a monthly permissions prompt for Screen & System Audio Recording. Mikah Sargent shows you an app you can use to quickly and easily circumvent the monthly prompts. Amnesia - https://goodsnooze.gumroad.com/l/amnesia?layout=profile Host: Mikah Sargent Want access to the video version and…
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STITCH Design Shop is an award-winning architectural and interior design firm based in Winston-Salem with offices across the state and a body of work expanding across the U.S. The premise the team lives by – "'to find a better way,' is something you can hear every one of our 23 employees saying on a regular basis. We're always talking about how we …
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Contrary to what an internet search might tell you, it's actually rather simple to reset your HomePod and HomePod mini. Mikah Sargent walks you through the process of factory resetting your HomePod speaker. Host: Mikah Sargent Want access to the video version and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club …
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If you have an iPhone with the Dynamic Island, you may have noticed the flashlight controls look a little different from previous versions. Mikah Sargent shows you how to control the brightness and beam width of your flashlight in iOS 18 on an iPhone with the Dynamic Island. Host: Mikah Sargent Want access to the video version and exclusive feature…
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COW is an award-winning UNC School of the Arts (UNCSA) short film about a cargo ship-piloting alien on his livestock abduction route confronted by an angry farmer who sneaks aboard the ship disguised as a cow, with a burning desire for vengeance. The film's producer, Peter Arsenault, and directors Tristan Alkemper and Joe Appel, join us to discuss …
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Mikah Sargent guides viewers through the intricate process of pre-ordering the latest iPhone model. This informative episode breaks down each step, from selecting device specifications to understanding trade-in options and AppleCare+ coverage. Viewers will learn valuable tips for navigating the Apple Store app, choosing financing options, and setti…
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More than seven million "Visitors come to Forsyth County and spend about a billion dollars annually. That's money in cash registers of local businesses, and that generates $72 million in state and local taxes. It supports 7000 jobs." Since 1983, Visit Winston-Salem, the official tourism marketing organization for Forsyth County, has invested a port…
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Privacy settings on macOS can be complex and confusing. Mikah Sargent breaks down each privacy option in the Settings app, explaining what they control and how they affect app permissions. From Location Services to Developer Tools, he covers the full spectrum of privacy settings, offering practical advice on when to grant or revoke app access. View…
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"People drive by every day and wave at Ronald, and they don't really know what's happening inside the building. The core of it is Ronald McDonald House provides a home away from home for families who have children receiving medical treatment." Stephanie Beeman, Marketing Manager, and Jolyn Roberts, Chief Hospitality Services Officer, join us to dis…
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If you've been looking for a replacement for Mac Bartender, you're not alone. Mikah Sargent shows you the app he uses to keep his Mac Menu Bar organized: Hidden Bar. Hidden Bar on the App Store - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/hidden-bar/id1452453066?mt=12 Host: Mikah Sargent Want access to the video version and exclusive features? Become a member o…
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"The construction industry is going through a transition right now. For every 100 people that are leaving the construction industry, only seven are replacing them." Jeff McDaniel, CEO and founder of Omniverus, a veteran-owned general contracting company in Winston-Salem, joins us to discuss his entrepreneurial journey, Omniverus' focus on residenti…
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Apple just announced a new place to find and listen to your podcasts: Apple Podcasts on the Web. Mikah Sargent walks you through the new site, showing you how to play and follow podcasts just like you would in the Apple Podcasts app for iOS, iPadOS, and macOS. Apple Podcasts on the web - Apple Podcasts for Creators - https://podcasters.apple.com/su…
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If you hate getting charged for in-app subscriptions that you're no longer using, you need to audit your subscription list. Mikah Sargent walks you through the process of viewing, managing, and canceling your app subscriptions all from your iPhone's Settings app. View or cancel app subscriptions on iPhone - https://support.apple.com/en-vn/guide/iph…
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"When people come to us with a need on how to start a business – what markets exist, what partners to consider, funding, social media, a mission statement ... we give it to them through the lens of the African American experience." Calvin Patterson, President of the Winston-Salem Black Chamber of Commerce, joins us to share the organization's 20-ye…
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On Hands-On Mac, Mikah demonstrates Mic Modes in macOS from his new recording room! These audio options are available during a user's video call (such as on Google Meet or FaceTime. The modes Mikah details include Standard, Voice Isolation, and Wide Spectrum. Host: Mikah Sargent Want access to the video version and exclusive features? Become a memb…
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"We want to be a community for anyone that wants to be involved in sports." Noah Downs, the Director of Core Sports, joins us to discuss the organization's mission and activities. Core Sports, in partnership with NC Fusion, connects and promotes adult sports in Winston-Salem and Forsyth County by creating a community for adults interested in sports…
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Reginald McCaskill, the visionary founder of the Triad & Minority Women’s Business Expo, joins us for an insightful episode as the annual event celebrates its 11th anniversary! The expo has become a cornerstone for business professionals and entrepreneurs in Winston-Salem and throughout the Triad to promote their businesses, network, and gain valua…
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"We want businesses to learn how to work on their business rather than in their business. That's the goal – for a business owner to not be in the daily grind, if at all possible, but to be able to strategically plan, and to look at the future." Martha Larson, Director of the Forsyth Tech Small Business Center, has been in business development for o…
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"We have a duty ... to equip them and give them tools and skills they need to go to the next level." Since 2021, Alesia Hilton, Director of Career Readiness at Greater Winton-Salem, Inc., has led the creation and development of the ASPIRE WS internship program, serving high school juniors and seniors in Title I schools throughout the Winston-Salem/…
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Stephanie Miles and her sister Cherese Blue launched a joint venture to offer direct primary care and mental health services – a first in Winston-Salem. In 2022, they opened Smith's Primary Care & Wellness to ensure their community is cared for physically, mentally, and emotionally, all in one location. Stephanie, a board-certified primary care Nur…
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Imagine your preschooler reading your shopping list and then asking you to add their favorite snack because it wasn't on the list. Children are learning to read as early as age three at Bailey Preschool, recognized as one of the best preschools in Winston-Salem by Kid-Friendly Triad. The preschool utilizes a whole-child approach addressing child he…
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We recently lost a pillar in our community, Mr. William Alexander McClain, lovingly known as Mr. Bill. In memory of someone who gave so much to our community, we'd like to share this episode with you again. Please enjoy the conversation. // At the age of 16, with 8-track tapes of James Brown, BB King, and Aretha Franklin in hand, Bill McClain fell …
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In part two of our conversation with Christy Cox Spencer, president of JKS Incorporated, we chat about her passion project, Robert Hall, a private event space with an eclectic, urban vibe in the Industry Hill neighborhood of Winston-Salem. Christy shares the challenges during the renovations, the story of the authentic 1920s mahogany bar said to ha…
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What do NASCAR, music festivals, bowl games, and Industry Hill have in common? JKS Incorporated – an experiential marketing company based in Winston-Salem with clients across the US. Christy Cox Spencer, president of JKS, joins us to share the excitement of celebrating the company's 40th anniversary and the lessons in resiliency she has learned as …
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Shayna Smith and Tevin Swinson grew up together in Winston-Salem. Years later, they started their careers just days apart at The Winston-Salem Chronicle. Shayna, the marketing communications manager, and Tevin, a senior reporter for The Chronicle, join us to share the history of this multi-award-winning periodical as it marks its 50th anniversary. …
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Banks Shepherd fell in love with college sports at an early age. His parents told him some of his first words as a toddler were related to college sports! Today, Banks is the General Manager for Wake Forest Sports Properties in Winston-Salem and is living his dream. He joins us to share what his team does behind the scenes to create a great fan exp…
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"Transportation is access – and it's access to opportunity." Courtney and Gregory James, co-owners of Support Systems of Forsyth County Transportation, join us to share their entrepreneurial journey. What started as an idea for a supportive service in Winston-Salem has become an award- and multi-grant-winning business in four years, growing its fle…
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"To create the ideas and then for them to see the ideas actually work ... puts people in a different place to take their business to the next level." Micah Ray launched D4 Concepts with his business partner and lifelong friend Mike Witt. These Winston-Salem natives use their talents and experience to help strengthen small businesses with people dev…
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Winston-Salem has had a history of professional ice hockey since 1973, when the Polar Twins played in the Southern Hockey League. Now, fans are supporting the Carolina Thunderbirds in its eighth season with the Federal Hockey League. Co-owner Cary Ross, Head Coach Steve "Harry" Harrison, and Assistant Coach Jon Buttitta, join us to share the team's…
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Carol Davis, Executive Director of SG Atkins Community Development Corporation, joins us to share the historic connection between the organization and Winston-Salem State University. In this pivotal role, Carol is on a mission for equity and social justice to increase the homeownership and business ownership rates in East Winston-Salem. For more th…
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"They have this well-deserved, well-earned feeling of accomplishment that they can learn and tackle these new challenges. They're capable, and they're ready." Dan Wellman, Program Director for Moji Coffee + More, joins us to share his excitement and the mission of Winston Salem's only nonprofit coffee shop that provides meaningful employment and en…
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Accountancy's role in the ESG Journey with Nicki Lynn, International Business Development Manager at MGI Worldwide
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Accountants can play an important and multifaceted role in promoting and reporting sustainability for their clients. From their position of influence and with their expertise in reporting and disclosure, performance measurement, and in providing data-driven insights to facilitate informed decision-making, accountants are well-placed to support thei…
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"The main thing is that they have autonomy and ownership over the destiny of their economic futures." Luke Hoffman, Regional Director, based in Winston-Salem, and Lauren Tudor, Executive Director of the North Carolina Employee Ownership Center, join us to talk about employee participation when they have a stake in a business and are involved in dec…
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"We search for a 'yes.' We look for ways to make deals work." Jamarkus Swinson is a yes-maker – in business and his personal life. He was part of the inaugural cohort of the Piedmont Federal Savings Bank GPS Program, an on-the-job training curriculum meant to recruit candidates of diverse backgrounds to become commercial bankers. In three short yea…
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Hasani Mitchell, Community & Economic Development Program Administrator for Forsyth County Government, joins us to discuss his team's strategic work – from business recruitment and tax incentives to job creation. Hasani identifies and supports opportunities to increase economic development incentives, affordable housing, infrastructure development,…
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In part two of our conversation with Darrell and Abbey Garner, founders of ByGood Coffee in Winston-Salem, we dive into their entrepreneurial background and how Abbey's heritage sparked the creation of ByGood specialty loose-leaf teas. They also "spill the tea" on the next big thing they're working on to build community. Follow GWSI on social media…
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"Our core values are to put people first, listen then respond, innovate continuously, and give back to our community." Founded in Long Island, New York, in 2016, Darrell and Abbey Garner wanted to bring awareness of specialty coffee and loose-leaf tea to the area. During the height of the pandemic, the husband and wife duo relocated their small-bat…
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"If it goes on your floors, it’s in our stores." Blake Cook, District Manager, and Emily Winfrey, Store Manager and Design Consultant for USA Flooring, join us to chat about the meaning behind their motto and why selecting flooring isn't something to jump into lightly. USA Flooring is a full-service flooring retailer with five brick-and-mortar stor…
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The two Aarons of a/perture join us to chat about the art house cinema in the heart of downtown Winston-Salem. Aaron Botts is the theatre manager, and Aaron Kepley is the deputy director of this unique, nonprofit cinema founded by Lawren Desai. A/perture features diverse programming and award-winning films on its screens through partnerships with S…
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Corporate volunteering: Bringing communities together with Sam Harradine and Toby Rix from HandsOn
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Sustainability and the construction industry don’t often go hand-in-hand. The industry generates an estimated 39% of the world’s carbon emissions according to the World Green Building Council. With organisations and companies across the globe trying to change this, HandsOn was founded with a focus on trying to develop more sustainable practices and…
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Identifying challenges and setbacks that cause stress and anxiety is the goal of Counseling with a Purpose. Founded in 2018 by Winston Under 40 Leadership Award Winner Shawanna Nicole Moore-Geter, her team uses advanced modalities such as brainspotting to help people facilitate change and achieve their goals. "Our real job is to ask the next best q…
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"We all go through things in life, and sometimes you need someone to help you filter through that information." At age 18, Mark Steele, executive director of Solutions for Independence, was paralyzed from his chest to his cervical five level. It was from this point of view, sitting in a wheelchair, that led him into the field of counseling. Mark jo…
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"Every brand is unique and should be presented in a unique way." The ability to think differently about brand creation and design is a concept that Elephant in the Room prides itself on. Chad Cheek, the owner of the award-winning firm, joins us to share ideas on brand design and strategic marketing, collaboration, and his passion and involvement in…
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"Small, small steps will add up to big results in your health." Alice Smith, registered dietitian and founder of Alice Approved, joins us to share ways everyone can fuel their bodies for success. A regularly featured expert on television and stage, she enthusiastically shares actionable steps to achieve wellness goals. Alice's philosophy is simple …
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"Give everyone what you've got and teach it, and they'll be great." From helping his mom in the kitchen growing up to becoming a corporate trainer to help young chefs hone their craft, Brian DePaulis has had a lifelong love of food. He joins us to share his journey of opening Elevated Catering in Winston-Salem, the story behind the name, and his ap…
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Leading the way for sustainability within Motorsport, with Stephen Lane and Kirsty Knight from Xtrac.
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The Automotive industry might not come to mind when considering sustainability. However, as the leading supplier of high-performance transmissions for top-level Motorsport, Xtrac is forging a new path with their ESG practices. Stephen Lane, Xtrac's Chief Financial Officer, talks to us about the changes he's seen within the industry in the last deca…
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Cyrus Bush, a coach and mentor based in Winston-Salem, specializes in helping professionals, business owners, and entrepreneurs achieve success in relationships, business, and life through emotional freedom techniques or EFT. Cyrus joins us to share how EFT or tapping can help release negative emotions and limiting beliefs to break down barriers th…
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Kathy Carr, executive director of SECU Family House, joins us in a conversation about this unique non-profit that serves adult patients and their caregivers when they travel to Winston-Salem for medical care. SECU Family House is a compassionate, comfortable alternative to a hospital waiting room or an expensive hotel. For over a decade, thousands …
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