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They’ve overcome the biggest challenges. They’ve pushed through the hardest times. They’ve slogged it out, and come out on top. Welcome to Little Big Vets, the veteran entrepreneurs podcast. In this series Nick Haley, founder of Little Big Tech, speaks with some of the most inspiring and successful people who've left active service and started the next chapter of their life. Starting your own company is a brave and difficult thing to do. This podcast series will show you how it's done. If yo ...
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Welcome to the Nick Arneson Music Podcast, where I spend some time each week talking about my process, interviewing like minded friends, and generally extolling the virtues of chasing your dream and finding true happiness. It’s a lofty ambition, and I love company. I hope this podcast is the slight nudge you needed to pick up your dusty instrument, get your paints out of the closet or even have a more vigorous coloring session with your 7 year old. Life is short and complicated, though I fir ...
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Give 'Em The Bird

Give 'Em The Bird Podcast

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This podcast is all about challenging what it means to be healthy, fit, female, and everything in between. It's about pushing back on societal expectations, dismantling the status quo, and celebrating life in the gray area. And most importantly, it's about givin' the bird to living life any way but your own way. Come hang out with us, Haley & Randi, and our guests as we help shift perspectives around health, success, motherhood and more! Follow the podcast on Instagram @giveemthebirdpodcast. ...
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Treading Lightly Podcast

Dean Howcroft & Nick Evans

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Treading lightly was formed with the intention of bringing like-minded people together to care about the environment and the wellbeing of our community. We also explicitly want to bring those along that want to tread more lightly on our planet but are not quite sure how to just yet.Treading Lightly is all about being inclusive and supportive. We strongly believe that together we can achieve real solutions and improve our communities and the world at large. By uplifting each other, we raise t ...
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Peter Fasciano, Dr. Michael Walker Jones, Dr. Natalia Linos, Jeff Roy, and Nick Remissong host a round table discussion on current events and American politics, bringing about thoughtful conversation, compelling discourse, and a look at what the future might hold for the United States.
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2 Degrees Out West

Western Resource Advocates

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Listen in as we examine the story behind some of the most pressing conservation issues facing the West. 2 Degrees Out West is a podcast for advocates and decision makers who want to fight climate change and its impacts across the West. On 2° out west we talk with climate experts and advocates to bring you stories, experiences, and insights from their work in the places we call home. We find, legislators, researchers, organizers, conservation advocates, and more to ask about what we can do to ...
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Climate change is a large scale problem. It’s bigger than any one of us, and it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the scale of the issue. How can we make a difference? In the West where we can watch the winters get shorter and increasingly the effects of wildfire and drought are harder to ignore, it’s difficult not to be overwhelmed. But, there’s hope.…
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This week Nick speaks with Gareth Williams, a former British Army officer turned Australian Army officer. Growing up in a military family, it’s no surprise that he ended up serving in not just one army, but two. He takes us through his journey and how these experiences shaped his approach to life and work. From joining the Duke of Wellington’s Regi…
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CW: In this episode we talk about child loss, which may be distressing for some listeners. Join us this week as we speak with Mara Cheney - yoga instructor, mom, and all around badass. Mara tells us about her prenatal yoga classes, gifts from her son who has passed, being a strong woman, and more! Mara's Substack: https://maracheney.substack.com/ F…
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Nick talks to Danny Keating, a former Royal Navy submariner who has built a successful career in the tech industry. You'll hear about his unique path, how he adapted to different careers, and the challenges he faced along the way. You'll get important lessons on networking, mentorship, and finding a new sense of purpose after leaving the service. D…
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As climate change causes the West to become hotter and drier, communities are working hard to save water and stretch limited supplies. But in order to save water, we’ve got to know how much we’re using in the first place. The White Mountain Apache Tribe in Arizona is working to do just that. Join Kim Mitchell as she talks with Cheryl Pailzote and L…
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Nick is joined by Rob Giles, who shares his journey from joining the army with minimal experience to starting his own successful company. He reflects on his early days in the military, where he joined to make his family proud but quickly realised it wasn’t his true passion. After a brief stint as an HGV driver, he rejoined the army with a fresh min…
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This week Nick Haley welcomes Alex Freeman to the podcast, who shares his inspiring journey from the military to entrepreneurship. Alex had a long military career, serving for 22 years from the age of 18 and eventually becoming a company commander. He recounts his experiences in basic training, Sandhurst, and deployments in Northern Ireland, German…
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Nick Haley is joined by James Cameron, the founder of Mission Motorsport - a charity focused on using motorsport to aid the recovery and reintegration of wounded, injured, and sick servicemen and women - and a former Army officer. James shares the details of his extensive military journey, including his time in the Royal Tank Regiment, the impact o…
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Join Haley this week for a quickie solo episode where she shares some thoughts she's been having with her current pregnancy. She dives in to her lack of excitement and feeling of dread and the shame and guilt that's come from it. Follow us: Give 'Em The Bird Podcast https://www.instagram.com/giveemthebirdpodcast/Haley Melchert https://www.instagram…
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Join us this week as we chat with Nick and Josh, owners of Versa Fitness in North Liberty, Iowa. Versa offers a variety of fitness experiences to the community and it's members, including group fitness, CrossFit, and personal training. What makes this gym different is the people. The Versa team cares about guiding and encouraging each and every mem…
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Join us this week for our 100th episode!!! We chat about what the podcast experience has been like for us, what we’ve learned along the way, and what we want to see in the future from GTB! Follow us: Give 'Em The Bird Podcast https://www.instagram.com/giveemthebirdpodcast/Haley Melchert https://www.instagram.com/haley_gtbcoaching/Randi Beranek http…
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“I wanted to start something where I start something, where I could build it, see the fruits of my labour, learn things that I could utilise going forward.” These words come from Duncan Grocock, former Operations Officer for the British Army and Nicky Haley’s guest for this episode of Little Big Vets, who moved from law school and a stint as a semi…
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Join us this week as we contemplate the question of, can people change? We consider what shapes our thoughts, beliefs, etc. and whether or not those can be shifted and molded throughout life. Follow us: Give 'Em The Bird Podcast https://www.instagram.com/giveemthebirdpodcast/ Haley Melchert https://www.instagram.com/haley_gtbcoaching/ Randi Beranek…
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Nick Haley sits down with Tom Sherwood, former Lance Bombardier of the British Army’s Fire Support Team and Co-Founder and CEO of Koios. Tom shares his incredible story, from joining up (influenced by his dad’s background in law enforcement and the impact of 9/11), to navigating the highs and lows of military life through operational tours in Iraq …
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Join us this week as we dive into some of our deepest insecurities... While we hit a little bit on our bodies, we focus mostly on those things outside of body image. Like our Lord and Savior Brene Brown says - shame grows in darkness. This is us shining light on some of that shame. We don't get thaaaat deep, but it did feel good to say these things…
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Dr. Jackie Kamradt, PhD (from the University of Iowa) is a licensed clinical psychologist, certified yoga instructor, professional organizer, podcaster, and “expert over-thinker” on a mission to help people free themselves from an overbearing mind. From growing up with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) to becoming a researcher and psychologist, s…
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Laurie Timpson, a former British Army officer, shares his journey from the military to becoming a business owner. He joined the army due to family traditions but had little knowledge about what it entailed. Despite early struggles and a steep learning curve, he gained valuable skills and experiences. After leaving the army, Laurie worked in humanit…
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Join us this week for a good ole' GTB Check In. We chat about what's new in life and business and dive into some of the body image struggles we've both been experiencing lately. Follow us: Give 'Em The Bird Podcast https://www.instagram.com/giveemthebirdpodcast/ Haley Melchert https://www.instagram.com/haley_gtbcoaching/ Randi Beranek https://www.i…
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Join us this week as we chat about the idea of quitting. We discuss how quitting has a negative connotation to it, our experiences with quitting, and a couple questions we think can help us decide if we should quit something or hang on. If you are enjoying this podcast, rate and review! Follow us on Instagram @giveemthebirdpodcast. --- Support this…
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Nick Haley chats with Ben Ford, a former marine who has successfully transitioned from active service to the tech industry. Ben shares his personal story, from enlisting at the age of 23 after dropping out of an engineering degree, to teaching himself the programming language Python on a warship enroute to Iraq, navigating various tech roles post-s…
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Join Randi this week as she chats with Kate Manne. Kate Manne is an associate professor of philosophy at Cornell University, where she’s been teaching since 2013. Before that, she was a junior fellow at the Harvard Society of Fellows. Manne did her graduate work in philosophy at MIT, and works in moral, social, and feminist philosophy. She is the a…
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Nick Haley chats with Dan Wilkinson, a former officer in the Irish Guards, who shares his transition from military service to various entrepreneurial endeavors, including his current role in promoting veteran employment in the renewable energy sector through his initiative, Hire a Veteran. Dan recounts his non-academic leanings in school, his time …
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Nick Haley speaks with Jonny Ball, whose career spans military service, significant injury and recovery and a new career in politics. Jonny shares his early inspiration, from his grandfather leading to his enlistment in the Princess Wellesley Royal Regiment at 17, his experiences in Northern Ireland, and the challenges of medical setbacks that redi…
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Join us this week for another episode of "What's Trending Now?" We're covering a cringey TikTok trend, an elite wellness "hack" (that neither of us will be trying), a new side hustle, and more! Let us know what trends to cover next! You can DM us on Instagram @giveemthebirdpodcast, email us at giveemthebirdpodcast@gmail.com, or if you're tuning in …
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Nick is joined byJames Murphy, a former infantryman whose promising military career was dramatically altered by an incident in Afghanistan. James shares his journey of meticulous planning and determination that led him from the front lines to becoming the CEO of Techbets. His story is one of resilience, strategic foresight, and the ability to pivot…
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TW: mentions of suicide around 27:00 when discussing side effects. Join us this week as we talk all things Ozempic. Randi puts her white coat on and goes full pharmacist - explaining what Ozempic is, how it works, potential side effects and much MUCH more. Biggest Loser Study: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/oby.21538 Share your experie…
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Join us this week as we welcome Dr. Denise Martinez, MD to the podcast to talk about imposter syndrome and diversity in medicine.Dr. Martinez is the Associate Dean of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at the University of California, Riverside School of Medicine. Prior to serving at UC Riverside, Dr. Martinez spent 12 years at University of Iowa’s C…
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This week, Nick is joined by Jim Holland, a former Navy weapons engineer turned publican and entrepreneur, to share his captivating journey. From his initial reluctance to join the Navy inspired by his grandfather's war stories, to his embracing of military life - Jim's career has been filled with opportunities for personal growth and adventure. Yo…
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Join us this week as we chat with Dr. David Hagerty, PT, DPT about all things pain management and rehabilitation. We cover common misconceptions, strategies he uses to support clients, the importance of building an "antifragile mindset," and more!David Hagerty, PT, DPT is a Doctor of Physical Therapy, Strength and Conditioning coach, and educator. …
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This week, Nick is joined by Manley Hopkinson. Manley shares fascinating insights into his transition from military to civilian leadership. A seasoned leader with decades of globally recognized accomplishments, he offers valuable advice to veterans making this significant transition. Manley sheds light on the need for veterans to understand their u…
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Join us this week as Haley interviews Randi and her husband, Gerald. We talk relationships with food, men’s mental health, couples, therapy and more. Let us know what you think about this episode! You can DM us on Instagram @giveemthebirdpodcast, email us at giveemthebirdpodcast@gmail.com, or if you're tuning in on Spotify engaging in our Q&A! Enjo…
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***Content Warning: The subject matter we'll be discussing may be triggering to some individuals, especially those who have struggled with or are currently managing eating disorders.Throughout this episode, we'll be delving into various aspects of eating disorders, including symptoms, behaviors, and recovery journeys. We understand that these topic…
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Jen Lothian's journey from an accidental military career to becoming an entrepreneur is a remarkable story of resilience, adaptability, and empowerment. Her military service, which began during a gap year and included overcoming personal tragedy and excelling in a male-dominated field, laid the foundation for her unique skill set. Her post-military…
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In this episode Randi presents a list of ways in which we send messages to young kids about their bodies. This episode was inspired by a post that Randi saw on social media, which she shares at the end of the episode. Let us know what you think about this episode! You can DM us on Instagram @giveemthebirdpodcast, email us at giveemthebirdpodcast@gm…
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In this episode, the group returns after a short break to talk about how things are moving in 2024, the upcoming election; why Nikki Haley likely won't be in the election, the concern around President Biden's health, the possible "none of the above" option on ballots, why voting is important and much more…
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Have you ever gotten back into the gym after taking a significant amount of time off and everything feels sooooo much heavier/harder than you remember? And you catch yourself thinking, "What's the point of even exercising. I'm too far gone." Well, same. And in this episode we're talking about. Tune in to feel validated, less alone, oh and to hear a…
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Dr. Beth A. Livingston is the Sheets Associate Professor of Industrial Relations at the University of Iowa’s Tippie College of Business. Her research has been highlighted in the New York Times, NPR, and the Harvard Business Review, and she has been published in multiple top academic journals. Dr. Livingston has also done executive education, speaki…
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The opposite of climate doomerism is climate action. Join us as Haley Littleton and Kandice Cleveland from WRA ignite our enthusiasm for the path to a "Bright Climate Future." Our guests unravel the cord of climate action and resilience, casting a beacon of hope as we approach the 2024 election year. Our conversation isn't just about highlighting a…
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Join us this week for another episode of "What's Trending Now?" We're sharing our thoughts on some oldies and some newbies... PREPARE YOURSELVES. Let us know what trends to evaluate next! You can DM us on Instagram @giveemthebirdpodcast, email us at giveemthebirdpodcast@gmail.com, or if you're tuning in on Spotify engaging in our Q&A! Enjoying the …
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In this week's episode we dive into the idea of success - how we define success vs. how society defines success, the arbitrary milestones that exist, and how comparison comes into play. Let us know what you think about this episode and how you define success. You can DM us on Instagram @giveemthebirdpodcast, email us at giveemthebirdpodcast@gmail.c…
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What if nature could be a catalyst for healing the wounds of war? Join me as we journey with Fredrick Solheim, a geophysicist and river runner, who uses the adrenaline-charged wilderness as a therapeutic tool for disabled veterans. We traverse the raging rapids of Cataract Canyon and explore the incredible power of nature, adventure, and camaraderi…
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Ever wondered how your favorite beer or cider impacts the environment? Tune into this episode of "2 Degrees Out West" as we serve up a hearty conversation with Alex Ditto from Upslope Brewing Company and Colin Schilling from Schilling Cider, who are brewing a sustainable future for the beverage industry. They share their unique approach to utilizin…
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In this episode, the group sits down to discuss the 14th Amendment and voting; can candidates be removed from the ballot? Why the electoral college vs. popular vote system may need changing, the benefits of ranked choice voting and much more.Por WFPR
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Have you ever considered the intersection of poverty, culture, and environmental justice? Our intriguing conversation with the formidable Ona Porter, founder of Prosperity Works and Clean Energy Leader, explores this in-depth. Ona's lifelong mission to uplift limited-income households in New Mexico and her intricate understanding of poverty, gained…
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Have you ever wondered why, despite understanding the global crisis climate change poses, we struggle to address it effectively? Today, we step into the realm of the human mind with political psychologist, Dr. Conor Seyle, to make sense of this conundrum. We illuminate the complexities of cognitive biases and our long-term thinking capacity and tak…
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