Join industry professionals as they share insight into the world of process safety, including news related to updated codes and standards, recent incidents and what you can learn from them, and their take on all elements of process safety. With decades of combined experience in real, practical implementation, they aren’t just advisors, they practice what they preach. Whether you’re new to process safety, in a role where you interact with aspects of process safety, or an experienced process s ...
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Amplify your impact with Jonathan Ballon, a technologist and business leader focused on how advances in technology can create inflexion points that disrupt conventional norms, create economic and societal value and, in the process, reshape the human experience, ultimately for the better. A “Force Multiplier” is intelligence or technology that creates an advantage. In each episode, JB and his special guests dive inside the edge of technology innovation, providing listeners with sharp insights ...
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Takatalks: Stories of Financial Systems, Crypto, and the Islamic Economy Join husband and wife duo, Morrad Irsane and Sharene Lee, the entrepreneurs behind the groundbreaking Web3 startup Takadao, as they guide you through engaging discussions on the pivotal pillars of the modern economy. Delve into the realms of finance, technology, and ethics, exploring the disruptive technologies and the principles underpinning Islamic finance. Through captivating conversations and thought-provoking inter ...
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If you're both a Fierce Warrior and a Heart-Centered Goddess, then this show is your safe space. Welcome to a power portal for spiritual baddies and wild, untamed women. Maybe you've been told you were "too much" or "crazy." Maybe your emotions and your intensity repelled the wrong people. Maybe you felt misunderstood or like you never quite fit in. In this community, your intensity, your emotion, and your power are not only welcomed, but celebrated. You aren't too much: you're just meant fo ...
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In this episode, Magi and Jackson discuss some of the incidents included in Volume 2 of the CSB's Accidental Release Reporting Rule, and some safeguards that can be put in place to prevent such incidents from happening. For more about the 2023 Heater Fire at Marathon Martinez Renewables Facility, check out episode 122 here. For more information abo…
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173. 7 Signs You're On A Warrior's Journey (NOT A Weight Loss, Health, Or Fitness Journey
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28:10What if your struggle with food was never just about food? In this power-packed episode, Kayla shatters the illusion of a traditional weight loss journey and invites you into something much deeper—a Warrior’s Journey. Through seven soul-stirring signs, she reveals how your drama with food, body, and health might be the sacred battleground where you…
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172. Break Free From Emotional Eating: Fasting, Journaling, & Future-Self Work with Nicki Thompson
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34:47In this empowering episode, Kayla sits down with women’s wellness guide and fasting coach Nicki Thompson to explore what it really takes to heal emotional eating and create aligned health from the inside out. They cover: ✨ How fasting helped Nicki regulate her emotions and rebuild trust with food 🧠 The role of journaling, subconscious work, and fut…
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171. Living As Her Now: 3 Embodied Mindset Shifts to Step Into Your Future Self
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25:39You already are your future self—and this episode is your 3-part roadmap to living as her now. In this deeply personal and insight-packed episode, I share how to move beyond mindset and into embodiment. You'll walk away with powerful truths, journal prompts, and aligned actions to activate your next chapter. We explore: Why failing as your future s…
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Episode 124 - Managing Process Safety with APSM Software with Guest Tyson Alexander
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28:21In this episode, Rob is joined by Tyson Alexander, head of sales at APSM. Tyson has been at APSM for over 18 years and he talks us through some of the history of APSM, including what the "A" stands for, the evolution of process safety management, and real-world application of APSM software. For more information about APSM, visit their website at ht…
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170. You're Not Too Much - You're Just Meant For More. Welcome To Your Embodied Warrior Era.
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30:42Welcome to Embodied Warrior — a power portal for women who are done with surface-level self-help and ready to reclaim their full-spectrum power. In this raw and activating rebirth episode, I’m sharing what this new era of the podcast is all about, who it’s for (and who it’s not), and why I’ve returned with a deeper mission than ever before. You’ll …
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Episode 123 - Simultaneous Operations - a Safe Work Practice from CCPS
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21:43In this episode, Rob and Magi discuss the recently released Safe Work Practice from the Center for Chemical Process Safety (CCPS) about Simultaneous Operations (SIMOPS) for offshore and operating plants. SIMOPS are defined as "two or more different activities occurring at the same time that are close enough to interfere with each other and transfer…
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Episode 122 - Incident Breakdown: 2023 Heater Fire at Marathon Martinez Renewables Facility
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16:18In this episode, Magi and Jackson breakdown the most recent CSB final report. They cover the 2023 fire at the Marathon Martinez Renewables Facility that resulted in a significant injury for one employee and $350 million in property damage. This breakdown includes a review of the event, contributing factors and recommendations from the CSB. Tune in …
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In this episode Magi and Jackson break down the CSB's Accidental Release Reporting Rule (ARRR) - what it is and some of the incidents reported under this rule. The ARRR requires reporting certain incidents to the CSB and has led them to deploy to some incidents that they may not have otherwise investigated. For more information about the Accidental…
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Episode 120 - The New & Improved Combustible Dust Standard - NFPA 660
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31:57In this episode, Rob and Jackson lead listeners through NFPA 660; the new and improved combustible dust standard, which was released in late 2024. They discuss the reason for the new standard, other meaningful changes in the standard, general requirements of the standard, the titles of the industry specific chapters, which requirements are retroact…
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Episode 119 - Behind the Curtain - Updating of PRD Standards with Guest Casey Houston
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29:06In this episode, Rob is joined by Casey Houston, principal engineer of Chemitics, a consulting firm that specializes in overpressure protection and effluent handling system designs. Casey has been a participant with the AIChE DIERS group since 2006 and has been a member with the API Subcommittee on Pressure Relief System designs since 2011. He is a…
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Episode 118 - Recent Natural Disasters and Their Process Safety Consequences
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12:44In this episode, Rob and Magi discuss some of the natural disasters that have contributed to process safety incidents in recent years, including the impacts that Hurricanes Harvey, Laura, Ida, Ian, and Helene have had. For related content, please check out our past episodes below. Episode 26 - Natural Hazard Assessment and Planning Episode 103 - Qu…
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In this episode, Rob is joined by Jackson Colley, the newest member of the Amplify Process Safety team. Rob sits down with Jackson to talk about his background and what ultimately led him to joining Amplify. Welcome to the team, Jackson! To connect with Jackson, find him on LinkedIn here or email him at [email protected]. To lea…
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Episode 116 - 2024 (Process Safety) Wrapped
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18:34In this special episode, Rob and Magi present 2024 (Process Safety) Wrapped. They cover regulatory changes that took place this year, major incidents the CSB has deployed to, metrics on other minor process safety incidents they've tracked this year, CSB reports issued this year, and their hopes for a renewed focus on process safety in 2025. Do you …
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The Future of Insurance: Technology and Trust
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58:23Let us know what you think of this episode Summary(Season 3, Ep7): In this episode, the discussion revolves around how actuaries work, the struggles of improving healthcare access, and why insurance in California is so expensive. They also talk about making insurance fairer, using technology to make it easier to understand, and creating community-b…
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Overpriced Insurance, Blockchain Fixes, and the Rise of Pay-As-You-Go
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1:00:20Let us know what you think of this episode Summary(Season 3, Ep6): This discussion explores how technology and community-focused solutions are reshaping the insurance industry, especially in Africa. It emphasizes the importance of trust, customer-centric models, and mutual protection funds to address rising costs and low adoption rates. The convers…
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Episode 115 - RMP 101 with Guest Mathew Todaro
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59:27In this episode, Rob welcomes back Mathew Todaro, a partner at Verrill Law who defends and negotiates on behalf of his clients under statutes such as the Clean Water Act, EPCRA, and FIFRA, with a particular focus on Section 112(r) of the Clean Air Act. Today, Rob and Mat give listeners a crash course on the EPA's Risk Management Plan (RMP) Rule. Th…
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Episode 114 - What's New with OperAid? with Guest Neil Beekie
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29:34In this episode, Rob welcomes back guest Neil Beekie, CEO and Co-Founder of OperAid. Listeners may remember him from Episode 79 (listen here) back in the summer of 2023, where he introduced us to OperAid, a software tool that assists operators with real-time verification of manual tasks. Today, Rob gets an update on present-day OperAid, including s…
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Insurance in Crisis: Your Safety Net or Just a Profit Trap?
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1:05:59Let us know what you think of this episode Summary(Season 3, Ep5): This episode examines Florida's insurance crisis, discussing the role of insurers, the effects of climate change, and rising costs. It explores alternative models like mutual insurance and blockchain, emphasizing transparency and better consumer education. The guests also discuss in…
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Claims Game: How Insurers Manipulate Processes to Deny You What's Yours
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1:04:49Let us know what you think of this episode Summary(Season 3, Ep4): This conversation dives into the struggles people face with insurance claims, highlighting the need for transparency and clear communication between insurers and policyholders. Participants agree that a fair and efficient claims process is crucial for building trust, and they sugges…
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Episode 113 - The Challenges of Aging Facilities
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42:26In this episode, inspired by the CSB investigation update into the 2023 explosion and toxic chemical release at the Honeywell facility in Geismer, LA, Rob and Molly discuss the challenges of aging equipment and infrastructure at chemical plants and refineries. They discuss the aforementioned Honeywell incident, as well as three others where poorly …
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What Your Insurance Won’t Tell You – Hidden Fees, Fine Print, and Denied Claims Uncovered
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1:06:38Let us know what you think of this episode Summary(Season 3, Ep3): In this episode, the participants discuss a lawsuit involving State Farm overcharging on a life insurance policy, highlighting the need for transparency and fairness in the insurance industry. They talk about the importance of understanding policy terms, the role of brokers, and the…
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The Hidden Scandal Behind Insurance Claims and Big Tech
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55:16Let us know what you think of this episode Summary(Season 3, Ep2): This episode focuses on the challenges faced by insurance companies in covering unexpected events like cyber risks and highlights the tension between insurers and policyholders. It explores alternative models like Takaful and DAOs, emphasizing the need for innovation, blockchain tec…
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Episode 112 - Why the CSB is Calling for More Remote Isolation Equipment
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16:41In this episode, Rob and Magi discuss the CSB's new safety study titled "Remote Isolation of Process Equipment" that includes recommendations to regulators and emphasizes the need for greater adoption of remote isolation equipment at chemical facilities across the country. Rob and Magi run through the list of recent CSB investigations that are spec…
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Why is No One Talking About This?! The Untold Truth of AI, Blockchain, and Takaful’s Future
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1:10:17Let us know what you think of this episode Summary(Season 3, Ep1): Join us as we dive into the world of mutual insurance and Takaful, exploring their impact on the insurance industry. We discuss the fall of mutual companies, the rise of Takaful in Islamic finance, and how tech innovations like blockchain and AI are transforming the game. Plus, we t…
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Episode 111 - PHA Principles Part 3 - Safeguards
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21:14The final part of our mini deep dive into different aspects of Process Hazard Analyses (PHAs) is finally here. In today's episode, Molly and Magi talk PHA safeguards, including hierarchy of controls, common types of safeguards (including how and when operator response can be credited in a PHA), quantitative vs. qualitative risk assessment for safeg…
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Episode 110 - PHA Principles Part 2 - Consequences
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20:56This episode is the second of a three part series in which Molly and Magi take a deep dive into different aspects of Process Hazard Analyses (PHAs). In today's episode, they talk PHA consequences, including some common pitfalls to avoid when it comes to considering consequences in a PHA, general types of impacts used for PHA consequences, tools to …
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Episode 109 - PHA Principles Part 1 - Causes
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21:58This episode is the first of a three part series in which Molly and Magi take a deep dive into different aspects of Process Hazard Analyses (PHAs). In today's episode, they talk PHA causes, including identifying causes of deviation in HAZOP, What-If, and Checklist methodologies, some common pitfalls they've observed regarding causes in PHAs, and wh…
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In this episode, Rob and Magi cover the recent changes made to the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA's) Risk Management Program (RMP) Final Rule. The changes fall into four categories: the prevention program, emergency response, availability of information, and other areas of technical clarification. In this episode, they discuss each change, …
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Can Blockchain Topple Traditional Finance?- Matthew Van Niekerk
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54:19Let us know what you think of this episode Summary(Season 2, Ep15): Matthew Van Niekerk, CEO of SettleMint, discusses how blockchain technology can revolutionize the financial sector and other industries by addressing outdated processes and promoting gradual adoption to mitigate risks. He highlights the skills gap in blockchain adoption and explain…
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Episode 107 - Communicating Process Safety in a Matrix Organization with Guest Shawn Marsh
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35:21In today's episode, Rob is joined by guest Shawn Marsh, Vice President of ESHQ Services North America at Evonik, a specialty chemicals manufacturer based in Germany, with production plants in 27 countries on six continents. Shawn explains how Evonik manages process safety and how he fits into that process, key metrics he uses to manage and measure …
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Are Solana Teams Really Building for Users?- Alex Scott
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48:51Let us know what you think of this episode Summary(Season 2, Ep14): Alex Scott, leading Superteam Middle East, explores Solana's potential in the region, highlighting its advantages over traditional financial systems and its role in enhancing transparency and economic opportunities. He addresses criticisms of trading-focused blockchain projects, em…
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Is Bitcoin Moving to Ethereum-Like Layer 2?- Elias Ahonen
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47:28Let us know what you think of this episode Summary(Season 2, Ep13): Elias Ahonen, a blockchain author and legal expert, discusses his journey in the blockchain space and the evolution of the Bitcoin community, sharing early experiences and the challenges of securing digital assets. He touches on the emergence of alternative tokens and layer 2 solut…
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Episode 106 - EPA's National Enforcement and Compliance Initiatives with Guest Mathew Todaro
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28:47In this episode, Rob sits down with Mat Todaro of Verrill Law, who listeners may remember from his previous guest appearances on the show related to EPA's Risk Management Program and General Duty Clause. Today Rob and Mat discuss EPA's National Enforcement and Compliance Initiatives (NECI) for 2024, including what they are and which initiatives are…
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Can We Prevent AI Misuse?- Michael Heinrich
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46:52Let us know what you think of this episode Summary(Season 2, Ep12): Michael Heinrich, CEO of Zero Gravity Labs, emphasizes the critical need for AI governance to ensure AI serves the public good, highlighting risks if controlled by a few tech companies. Zero G's mission is to build a modular AI chain on blockchain, providing full visibility and ver…
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Is DeFi the Missing Piece in Islamic Finance?- (Mufti) Billal Omarjee
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1:02:24Let us know what you think of this episode Summary(Season 2, Ep11): Mufti Bilal emphasizes the importance of Sharia compliance in the crypto industry and highlights the potential of DeFi to provide halal financial solutions for Muslims. He addresses misconceptions about crypto being haram and explains the differences in scholarly opinions, encourag…
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Episode 105 - Incident Breakdown: 2022 Fatal Naphtha Release and Fire at BP-Husky Toledo Refinery in Ohio
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23:08In this episode Magi and Jo team up to cover a recent CSB final report. In this incident breakdown, they cover the 2022 accidental release of naphtha that resulted in a fire, two worker fatalities, and significant property damage at the BP-Husky refinery in Oregon, Ohio, including what happened leading up to the event, contributing factors, recomme…
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Can You Fight for Your Rights with Insurance Claims?- Matt Everson
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58:22Let us know what you think of this episode Summary(Season 2, Ep10): In this session, Matt Everson discusses the challenges homeowners face with insurance claims after disasters, using the Santa Rosa wildfires as a case study. He highlights issues such as insurance companies' lack of transparency and tactics to delay or deny claims, stressing the im…
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Can Community-Owned Mutual Protection Funds Transform Insurance?- Sharene Lee
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52:43Let us know what you think of this episode Summary(Season 2, Ep9): Leila and Sharene Lee discuss Takasure, a community-owned mutual protection fund using technology to offer alternative insurance by enhancing transparency and inclusivity. Inspired by the 2008 financial crisis and the need for trustworthy alternatives, Takasure uses smart contracts …
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Episode 104 - "Hazardous Lies" with Author Stephen J. Wallace
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38:12In today's episode, Molly sits down with Stephen J. Wallace, the author of a newly released process safety thriller titled "Hazardous Lies". Although his book is a work of fiction, Stephen discusses how his book relates to real aspects of process safety and how it was informed by his real career experience in the process safety field, how he came u…
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Can Crypto Really Bridge the Fiat Divide?- Sami Start
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51:15Let us know what you think of this episode Summary(Season 2, Ep8): Sami Start, co-founder and CEO of Transak, highlights the journey of building a reliable crypto banking infrastructure with a focus on regulation, compliance, and global accessibility. He emphasizes the practical benefits of blockchain technology, such as 24/7 accessibility and cros…
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Is the Insurance Industry Rigged Against You?- Pishu Ganglani
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38:49Let us know what you think of this episode Summary(Season 2, Ep7): Leila and Pishu discuss how the insurance industry faces conflicts of interest and needs more transparency. They highlight the role of technology and AI in making insurance fairer and more accessible, especially in emerging markets. They also emphasize the importance of trust and pe…
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Episode 103 - Quantitative and Qualitative Natural Disaster Preparation with Guest Mike Washington
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26:14In this episode, Rob is joined again by guest Mike Washington, who is the Director of Industrial Safety at Arkema Inc., The Americas. Mike recently gave a talk at the AIChE Global Congress on Process Safety in New Orleans in March 2023 titled, “Quantitative Natural Disaster Assessment and Scorecard for Chemical Plants," and today discusses some of …
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How is Web3 Decentralizing Innovation and Access?- Pekka Kelkka
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1:01:01Let us know what you think of this episode Summary(Season 2, Ep6): In this conversation, Pekka Kelkka shares his journey from IT to the blockchain and Web3 world, highlighting Web3's potential to make decentralized technologies more accessible and drive innovation. The conversation also covers regulatory challenges, central bank digital currencies …
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Is Centralization the Enemy to Fair Insurance?- Ahmad Imira
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50:02Let us know what you think of this episode Summary(Season 2, Ep5): Leila and Ahmad discuss the importance of life insurance and the challenges in selling it. They compare conventional insurance, which has high costs and centralized control, to Takasure, a decentralized and transparent community-based fund. Takasure, owned by its members, uses smart…
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Episode 102 - Conversations with the CSB - Part 2
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49:39In this episode, we sit down for another conversation with the U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board (CSB). This time, Molly and Jo talk with Supervisory Chemical Incident Investigator Lauren Johnson, Chemical Incident Investigator Melike Yersiz, P.E., and Video Producer and Public Affairs Specialist Shauna Lawhorne. We discuss how ea…
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Can Governments Rebuild Trust with an Endless Money Supply?- Benjamin Talin
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1:06:41Let us know what you think of this episode Summary(Season 2, Ep4): The conversation discusses how governments manage the economy, especially after the 2008 crisis, dealing with high interest rates, bank failures, and rising prices. It looks at the challenges of regulating digital technology, the use of cryptocurrencies in high-inflation countries, …
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Has Bitcoin Lost its Way?- Nick Ayton
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1:03:50Let us know what you think of this episode Summary ( Season 2, Ep 3): Nick Ayton talks about Bitcoin's role today and its future, focusing on how it can help include more people financially. However, he worries about how Bitcoin is becoming more centralized and controlled by a few. He believes that the crypto space needs better rules to help fix pr…
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Episode 101 - Conversations with the CSB - Part 1
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46:15In this episode, Molly and Magi sit down with two U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board (CSB) chemical incident investigators, Lauren Grim, P.E., CFEI and Drew Sahli. Lauren and Drew detail how each of their career paths led them to their current roles, what their jobs as chemical incident investigators are like, and, for those intere…
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169. You Are Unconditionally Useful & Worthy - Detaching Self-Worth From Productivity (+ Important Announcement)
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36:10You have nothing to prove and you are not the sum total of your accomplishments and accolades. This episode is a deep invitation to own your inherent worthiness - without conditions, without the need to accomplish or do more, without pushing or proving. In this episode, we talk about: Why detaching self-worth from productivity and accomplishments i…
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