This is a podcast about the wins and losses of starting your own business or following your passions and turning them into income. This podcast is recorded in a retrospective way documenting my own wins and losses of starting different businesses through the course of my career as a broadcaster & entrepreneur. Now based in Canada on Vancouver Island as an immigrant from South Africa. I continue to document my business ownership journey & others through interviews and stories direct from the ...
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Dive into the latest happenings in the Vail Valley direct from the heart of Colorado’s Rocky Mountains. Vail Valley Partnership brings you the scoop on business news and current issues to advocacy alerts and community conversations.
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A show featuring football talk centering around pro and collegiate football as well as related news stories, current events as well as off topic entertainment, pop culture and anything else that brings fun conversation.
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Welcome to the Agent Score Report Podcast—where we pull back the curtain on the insurance industry like never before! 🎙️ From behind-the-scenes insights to exposing fraud and holding agents accountable for the debts they leave behind, we bring you the stories that matter. Whether you’re an industry insider, a consumer seeking the truth, or just curious about what really goes on in the insurance world, this podcast is your go-to source for transparency and empowerment. Stay informed. Stay pro ...
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A maverick is someone who breaks away from conventional thinking or behavior to create their own way. This whole podcast is centered around me having conversations with people I want to learn from regarding business, marketing, branding, leadership, and growth! People that stand out to me as mavericks. So feel free to listen in, and let's grow together into the mavericks this culture needs. https://www.maverickculture.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tahegovernor LinkedIn: https://w ...
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Young Professional of the Year: Julio Garcia
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20:12At the 2025 Annual VVP Success Awards, we were honored to highlight Julio Garcia as our Young Professional of the year and Erik had a chance to sit down with him recently. In 2024, Julio Garcia Jimenez produced 141 episodes of Conexión Latina, welcomed over 200 guests, and created 10 unique segments to better serve the Latino community in Eagle Cou…
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Excellence in Innovation: Eagle County Paramedics
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16:29Erik get's a chance to talk with Brandon Daruna, CEO of Eagle County Paramedics. They discuss both comprehensive Emergency Medical Services (EMS), and the community paramedic program, which provides health services in the home, increasing health and well-being by mobilizing care, addressing healthcare gaps and connecting people to necessary service…
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How Eagle County School District engages our community
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20:21Erik heads to the Eagle County School District office to talk Community Engagement with Superintendent Phil Qualman and Engagement Coordinator Tia Luck. They discuss a number of initiatives meant to bring students, families and businesses together with the common goal of supporting the next generation. In the words of Superintendent Qualman, "Our s…
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State Farm Insurance, it's about relationships!
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16:52Erik heads to Eagle to chat with Ben Caton, State Farm Agent and Owner to talk about insurance...and so much more. Erik and Ben discuss retirement planning, the challenges of taking over a "legacy" business, and the changing state of insurance both locally and regionally. Ben isn't afraid to answer the hard questions such as, "why are premiums goin…
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American Plumbing, Heating, Cooling and Electrical
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18:06Erik heads to Edwards to talk with American Plumbing Heating Cooling and Electrical CEO and Owner Brad Payne. Brad talks about his business journey from acquiring and refining into strategic growth and how that has lead to where they find themselves today. They also discuss some of the latest trends in heating and cooling and the homeowner in Erik …
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Erik heads on down to Coldwell Banker to meet Amy Pates, a residential and commercial broker with a wealth of knowledge and experience in this Valley. They discuss the current Real Estate climate, housing trends and commercial trends. Erik asks Amy the question that many of us wonder, "Is it still possible for a young professional to find housing a…
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An Absolute Master Class in Brand Strategy for Entrepreneurs with Anneli Hansson
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1:31:15What’s the real difference between a memorable brand and a forgettable business? Effective brand strategy. In this episode of Maverick Culture, I talk with my friend Anneli Hansson, a brand strategist who’s worked with companies ranging from small startups to giants like Coca-Cola, Levi’s, and Volvo. What I really love about Anneli isn’t just her e…
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Marketing Communication That Actually Works with Eric Moore
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1:04:52Why is clear marketing communication so rare—even among the biggest brands in the world? Eric Moore helps fix that. He’s worked with companies like Amazon and Microsoft to help them stop speaking in buzzwords and start speaking like humans. In this episode, we talk about how he got into this space, why he started publicly calling out landing pages …
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Gridiron Nation 143: Hellraisers Wk4 and NFL Draft
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1:11:24The NFL Draft is here and before everything is locked in I'll give yall my predictions on who will do what in the top 10 of the first round. It's also time for another Hellraisers Podcast segment, and I'm in a great mood after the Renegades move to 3-1! I'll Recap how the win went down vs STL and look ahead to the big showdown for 1st place in the …
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Gridiron Nation 142: Hellraisers Wk4; NFL Rules '25
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1:01:20This week I'm going in with my thoughts on the recent changes to the NFLs kickoff and OT rules. We'll also jump right into a new edition of Hellraisers as I vent about the Renegades' robbery, I mean 'loss' last week vs Birmingham and I'll look ahead to the HUGE showdown with St Louis on this week's 'Know Thy Enemy.' Welcome to Gridiron Nation 🏈 🔥 h…
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Gridiron Nation 141: Is Julio Jones 1st-Ballot HOF?
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1:02:11Julio Jones has announced his retirement and we'll look at his accolades and I'll tell you if I believe he is worthy of 1st-ballot induction. I'm also back with another edition of Hellraisers Podcast (the pod within a pod😁) as I look back on the Arlington Renegades week 2 win vs Houston and look ahead to the huge Friday Night showdown vs defending …
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Erik "heads on down" to the Eagle River Center to check out the action at Trio Therapy Partners this week. He's joined by Lauren Cremonese, Executive Director, Doctor of Physical Therapy and Equine Specialist in Mental Health and Learning and Amanda Moody, Director of Operations and Occupational Therapist. Tom the Horse is standing nearby as well, …
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Peak Plumbing, Heating Cooling...and teaching!
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20:58Erik gets a chance to spend some time with Peak Plumbing Heating and Cooling with owner Mike Goldberg. Mike talks about his business philosophy, hiring practices and the power of an education in the trades. In addition, Mike takes Erik on a tour of Peak PHC to show their new training area for the future plumbers of this valley. To learn more about …
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Starting an Agency and Building Websites that Sell with Julio Arango
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1:13:28What happens when a creative meets the technical—and builds a business out of both? Julio Arango is what happens. He runs a creative agency that specializes in web design, and he’s been doing this for over 20 years. What I really like about this conversation isn't just the strategy talk but the story behind the work. Julio grew up with an artist mo…
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Gridiron Nation 140: Football Season is Back!
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52:31Football season is back in the form of the UFL as week 1 has finally arrived. I'll give my predictions for week one and take a look at the finalized roster for the Arlington Renegades going into their week 1 battle with the Brahmas. We've reached Sweet-16 week of March Madness and I'll take a look at the bracket and predict my Final Four. *This wee…
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Join Erik as he gets a tour of Roundup River Ranch from Mackenzie Koffenberger-Young, The Community Engagement and Recruitment Manager for this wonderful organization. RRR is part of the SeriousFun Children’s Network, a global community of medical specialty camps founded by Paul Newman. He believed that kids with serious illnesses needed a place to…
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Embracing Change, Mentors, and Video with Josh Baker
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1:15:48In this episode of Maverick Culture, Tahe (Tay) Governor and Josh Baker discuss their shared history and Josh's journey from youth pastor to video production professional and entrepreneur. They explore the challenges and internal conflicts faced during career transitions, the impact of AI on business, and the importance of recognizing accidental op…
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Gridiron Nation 139: A Rebuild or Remodel?
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1:15:53This week I take a look at the 49ers and ask is it a rebuild or just a remodel? I'll also answer some listener email about state of the Cowboys offseason, I'll go in on the NMSU Aggies loss to Kinnesaw St., go through the entire NCAA Men's Tournament bracket, and show my love to one of my favorite gaming franchise ever. Welcome to Gridiron Nation 🏈…
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SpeakUp ReachOut Workplace Wellbeing Summit 25
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16:36Erik is joined by Erin Ivie, Executive Director of SpeakUp ReachOut, to talk about the history, current initiatives and future of the organization. Erin gives historical perspective and current insights into our valley's mental health as well as discusses the upcoming Workplace Wellbeing Summit on Friday, April 11th. This immersive, workshop-style …
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Salvation Army, new location, ready to serve!
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12:48Erik goes on location to the new Salvation Army headquarters and is joined by Monica Villalobos-Russell, Executive Director, to talk about their new location, new staff and the ways in which they serve the community. Monica shares why community partnerships and engagement with the Salvation Army is so important and how we can all be part of the sol…
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Gridiron Nation 138: NFL Free Agency; Live-Action Adaptations
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1:12:49After a week off, I'm back at it just in time to catch the NFLs free agency kicking off this week. I'll talk about some of the trades and agreements already made, as well as switch it up to some college hoops as we get ready for March Madness to begin. We also have the return of the Off The Grid social media segment, and this week I asked what your…
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Touchdowns to Triumphs: Ailee’s Journey into Insurance Sales
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56:39In this episode of The Great Reset Podcast, we welcome Ailee, a dynamic insurance agent and leader,whose journey spans from the icy landscapes of Alaska to the warm communities of Alabama. With a background as a paralegal and a former co-owner of a football league, Ailee brings a unique perspective to the insurance world. Ailee shares her experienc…
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Gridiron Nation 137: Zack Martin Retires, NMSU Hoops and a Few Rants
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52:35This week I show my love to Zack Martin and give my argument as to why he is a 1st-ballot Hall of Famer. I'll also talk about the NMSU men's basketball team as they try to stay hot rolling into March. I'll throw in a couple of rants about the English language and My favorite anime of all-time, setting up a new social media "Off The Grid" segment fo…
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Gridiron Nation 136: Tee Higgins and My SB Reaction...
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1:01:58It's income tax season and it's also finally time to react to the Eagles winning the Super Bowl, and I don't know what's more insulting: The Eagles winning the SB or the people hating on the halftime show simply because it was Hip Hop...parental discretion advised. Oh and I'll also talk about the Tee Higgins situation and where it stands with him a…
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How to protect what you love...with Cornerstone Insurance and Financial Group
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20:04"Insurance protects what we love." Join Erik this week as he welcomes a friend to the podcast, Tony Martinez, President and Principal Agent at Cornerstone Insurance and Financial Group. Tony frames insurance in the best possible way, explaining when we are protecting our businesses it's more than just "insurance", it's about the success of the enti…
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GNP - Hellraisers Edition: Renegades' S Joe Powell
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46:14It's time to get ready for the #UFL season so it's time for the return of Hellraisers! I got a convo this week with #Renegades Safety Joe Powell! We'll talk XFL Championship, his football journey and look ahead to the 2025 UFL season for the Renegades! https://twitter.com/1GridironNation?t=ov_YY7oKAo0Qm2OHHMmFwQ&s=09 https://www.facebook.com/Gridir…
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Act Two: From Center Stage to Centering Community: Ed Blunt’s Mission to Make Health Care Accessible
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52:11Join us on The Great Reset as we dive into the inspiring journey of Ed Blunt, a former New York theater actor who transformed his life by stepping beyond the spotlight and into entrepreneurship. After an incredible chapter as an entertainer, Ed met individuals who challenged him to think bigger and take control of his financial future. Trading in s…
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Gridiron Nation 135: SB Week, Myles Garrett, and Luka
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1:15:46Yeah that's right, it's time to give my SB pick! I'll also answer a podcast question from within the GNP familia, and give my take on the Luka trade to the Lakers.. Oh and I'll go in on the Grammys just a little bit 🤏🏽 Welcome to Gridiron Nation 🏈 🔥🗣🎙 https://twitter.com/1GridironNation?t=ov_YY7oKAo0Qm2OHHMmFwQ&s=09 https://www.facebook.com/Gridiro…
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The Dallas Cowboys have made a decision at head coach and I'll give my thoughts as a Cowboys fan. I'll also answer an email about NFL rules regarding the UFL, and I'm talking Super Bowl as we look at the unit rankings between the Chiefs and Eagles and how they stack up. Welcome to Gridiron Nation! 🏈🗣🎙🔥 https://twitter.com/1GridironNation?t=ov_YY7oK…
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How to Turn Selling into Serving with Carlos Garcia
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1:10:26Do you struggle with selling because you see it as manipulative and it goes against your values and business ethos? Or maybe you're on the other end and you don't mind being pushy and talkative but you're still not closing? Carlos Garcia is a Sales Coach for Financial Professionals. In this conversation, Carlos Garcia shares his journey from a comf…
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Balancing Acts: Larysa’s Journey to Success in Insurance and Beyond
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1:08:07In this episode of The Great Reset, we meet Larysa, a dedicated paralegal and successful insurance agent who has been in the industry since 2016. Insurance first caught her attention while she was working 12-hour dispatch shifts, frustrated and ready for a change. Seeing a friend excel in insurance without being tied to an office intrigued her, so …
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Gridiron Nation 133: McCarthy Era Done; NFL Playoffs
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47:46This week I'm giving my thoughts on the departure of Mike McCarthy from Dallas and I'll give some names of possible replacements. I'll also go in with my picks for the NFL Divisional round and show some love to the NMSU Men's basketball squad! Welcome to Gridiron Nation! https://twitter.com/1GridironNation?t=ov_YY7oKAo0Qm2OHHMmFwQ&s=09 https://www.…
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Happy New Year! GNP is back after taking the holidays off, your boy is back and I'm talkin CFP semis, NFL Playoffs and I'll give you my NFL players of the year with the Gridiron Nation Podcast 2024 Season NFL Honors! Welcome to Gridiron Nation! 🏈🔥 https://twitter.com/1GridironNation?t=ov_YY7oKAo0Qm2OHHMmFwQ&s=09 https://www.facebook.com/GridironNat…
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From Profit to Prosperity: Julio Garcia's Journey of Giving Back
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1:00:01From Profit to Prosperity: Julio Garcia's Journey of Giving Back Meet Julio Garcia—a dedicated restaurateur turned community advocate. After realizing the financial industry lacked the training, leadership, and resources he needed to see real value, Julio redirected his energy toward his true passion: giving back to his community. Drawing on his fa…
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From Battlefield to Boardroom: A Veteran’s Path to Financial Empowerment
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52:00In this episode of The Great Reset, we hear the story of a former military trainer who, alongside his supportive military spouse, transitioned into the world of financial entrepreneurship. With a passion for learning and a drive to improve, he was first intrigued by finance because it was an area he knew little about—a challenge he couldn’t resist.…
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Gridiron Nation 131: The Chapel Bill Era Begins
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1:06:05This week I'm talking about the Bill Belichek era beginning in Chapel Hill, NC. I'll also give my thoughts on the Heisman, I'll go in on the trade portal (again), and give my predictions for NFL Week 16 as I talk about the NFC North. Welcome to Gridiron Nation 🏈 🎄🎅 https://twitter.com/1GridironNation?t=ov_YY7oKAo0Qm2OHHMmFwQ&s=09 https://www.facebo…
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From Service to Security: A Marine’s Journey into the Financial World
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41:56In this compelling episode of The Great Reset, we explore the journey of a former Marine who dedicated eight years to serving his country and then transitioned to the life insurance industry to serve families with the same passion and integrity. As the eldest of 13 siblings, he’s always been a leader, and after an ACL injury shifted his path, he di…
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Gridiron Nation 130: CFP, NFL and Heisman Talk
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1:06:37This week I'm on the wing and talking College Football Playoff as well as Heisman. I'll also go in on the Cowboys loss to Cincy, NMSU Men's BBall and give my picks for NFL Week 15! Welcome to Gridiron Nation 🏈 🗣🎙🔥 https://twitter.com/1GridironNation?t=ov_YY7oKAo0Qm2OHHMmFwQ&s=09 https://www.facebook.com/GridironNation1 ✉️GridironNationPodcast@gmail…
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The Great Reset: Mastering Quality Recruitment in Life Insurance
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38:54In this episode of The Great Reset, we dive deep with an industry-leading life insurance recruiter who has transformed his approach to talent acquisition. Shifting from a focus on quantity to quality, he shares his journey of redefining his skills to find the right candidates—often interviewing hundreds just to identify the perfect fit. This dedica…
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Gridiron Nation 129: Turkey Hangover, NMSU Season Ends and MVP Talk
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1:12:15This week I'm talking about a few different topics starting with my turkey hangover. NMSU's disappointing season mercifully comes to an end and I'll touch on what I think needs to be priority this offseason. I'll also talk NFL MVP a bit, show my love for Jameis Winston and look ahead to week 14! Welcome to Gridiron Nation! 🏈🗣🔥🎙 https://twitter.com/…
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This week Erik is joined by Kaitlyn Merriman, Senior Manager of Youth and Family Programs for YouthPower365 to talk about an important topic. The Vail Valley Foundation’s YouthPower365 is intensifying efforts to combat youth violence and promote student success through enhanced family-centered initiatives. Kaitlyn talks about the $1 million federal…
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Gridiron Nation 128: Turkey Day Etiquette
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58:59This episode is dedicated to my cousin Anthony Lopez. Rest in Paradise primo, I'll see you again. It's Thanksgiving week and I can smell the turkey in the air just as I can smell the BS that some of your family members who can't act right gonna bring 🤣 Don't be that guy. I got some basic etiquette tips for you as well as talking NFL week 12 and loo…
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Core Transit...and how it's already transforming the way we move.
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23:06Erik is joined by Core Transit Deputy Director Scott Robinson for an enjoyable conversation about Core Transit. Scott shares that Core isn't just "ECO Transit with a new name" it's a completely new company with an expanded community vision. They discuss the company formation, the marketing vision and the fact that Core Transit was honored with the …
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Gridiron Nation 127: The State of the NFL MVP Race
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1:06:14Who are your top 3 frontrunners for NFL MVP right now? This week's social media segment will answer that and I'll give you my top 3, we'll talk playoff push, as well as give you my predictions for week 12. Welcome to Gridiron Nation! 🏈🔥🎙 https://twitter.com/1GridironNation?t=ov_YY7oKAo0Qm2OHHMmFwQ&s=09 https://www.facebook.com/GridironNation1 ✉️Gri…
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Strength in Balance: A Duo’s Guide to Success in IMOs
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1:00:39In this episode of The Great Reset, we sit down with two remarkable industry leaders who exemplify the power of teamwork. Together, they’ve found a unique balance in their roles, leveraging each other's strengths to tackle challenges in the IMO landscape. Through their partnership, they provide essential training, resources, and growth opportunitie…
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Caregiver Connections: How you can be involved with our fastest growing population!
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20:47Erik is joined in "the Bistro" (yes, that's what he calls his office) by Samantha Hodgkins, Executive Director of Caregiver Connections to talk about an extremely important, and often overlooked, demographic. With older adults 65+ as the fastest growing population in Eagle County and 70% of people preferring to age in place, Caregiver Connections i…
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Gridiron Nation 126: Dak Out For The Year, CMC is Back
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1:11:26Dak Prescott is officially done for the year as he will have season ending surgery on his hamstring. Christian McCafffrey is back and the Niners are starting to get healthy. I'll talk about how each situation will impact their teams the rest of the season, as well as give my Week 11 picks and touch on NMSU Aggies football a bit. Welcome to Gridiron…
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Let's talk energy savings! With winter breathing down our necks we all are wondering the same thing, "Am I prepared?" Black Hills Energy is ready for this question and happy to help. Erik is joined by Amy Fiala, Energy Efficiency Expert and Jason Auslander from Public Affairs to talk about simple steps we can all do to make our houses more efficien…
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From Policies to Properties: An Agent’s Pivot Back to Real Estate
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1:00:47On The Great Reset Podcast next episode airing tonight , we dive into the tough choices agents make—even when it means leaving the industry. Today’s story: an agent who shifted back to real estate after the challenging experience of selling final expense insurance to elderly clients. Tune in for stories of resilience and finding the right path.Want…
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Gridiron Nation 125: What Makes Someone A Truly Loyal Fan?
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1:13:43This week marks the return of the social media segment! I asked all of you what it takes to make you respect a fellow sports fan as truly loyal and I have plenty of answers and I have an opinion on all of them 😁 I'll also get into the NFL and make my picks as well as give my thoughts on the latest NMSU football loss. https://twitter.com/1GridironNa…
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