Best Bates Communications Podcasts (2025)

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Systemic Sexism in Academia, with Olivia del Giorgio, María Piquer-Rodríguez, and Silvia Lomáscolo 29:41

7d ago29:41

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For this episode of BioScience Talks, we're joined by Olivia del Giorgio, at McGill University Department of Geography, in Montreal, Quebec, María Piquer-Rodríguez, at the Institute of Geographical Sciences, at Freie Universität, Berlin, Germany, and Silvia Lomáscolo, at the Institute of Regional Ecology at University of Tucumán and CONICET, in Arg…

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'Pivoting & Following the Trends of the Industry' with Ellen Freund - Ep. # 58 1:24:58

14d ago1:24:58

1:24:58

Pivoting & Following the Trends of the Industry A Conversation with Property Master Ellen Freund On this episode of Prop Talk, we sit down with PMG Property Master Ellen Freund to explore her remarkable career, her experience as one of the first female Property Masters, and how she’s navigated the evolving landscape of the film industry. Hosts: Chr…

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Urban Rewilding, with Patt Finnerty 24:08

21d ago24:08

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For this episode of BioScience Talks, we're joined by Dr. Patt Finnerty, a postdoctoral research fellow in the Global Ecology Lab at the University of Sydney. We discussed his recent BioScience article, Urban Rewilding to Combat Global Biodiversity Decline. More information on Writing for Impact and Influence can be found here.…

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‘Working in the Big Leagues’ with Mychael Bates & Bradley Good - Ep. # 57 1:44:04

28d ago1:44:04

1:44:04

The Art of Prop Graphic Design A Conversation with Property Master Mychael Bates & Assistant Property Master Bradley Good On this episode of Prop Talk, we chat with PMG Property Master Mychael Bates and Key On Set Assistant Property Master Bradley Good about their rich and wide-ranging careers in the film industry. Mychael shares insights from risi…

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Positivity Through the Storm with Dr. Paul Jenkins 53:28

1M ago53:28

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What You’ll Learn: How adversity can become your most powerful teacher The surprise that “everything’s still in color” after a bankruptcy Why “Don’t be nervous, be at their service” is more than just a sticker—it’s a leadership principle How metacognition gives you the power to shift from victim to agent What the “Influence Quadrant” is—and how it …

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Bates Bobcast Episode 382: Rowing wraps up 2024-25 on the podium 25:31

1M ago25:31

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It's the final Bates Bobcast....of the school year!We’re taking a look back at a pair of medal-winning performances for the rowing teams at their respective national championships. Plus, head coach Peter Steenstra puts a bow on the season. That’s this week, on the Bates Bobcast! Interviews this episode:1:22 -- Hannah Herbst '28, Women's rowing firs…

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Episode 3 - Stories That Spark Change - Our Experience with Food Is Our Medicine 22:44

1M ago22:44

22:44

In this episode, host Stephanie Cox, Provincial Practice Lead with Professional Education & Practice, sits down with Sarah Frank Nichols, Provincial Lead with Public Health Nutrition, to explore their shared experiences with the "Food is Our Medicine" learning journey. They reflect on the:• personal and professional impact of the course,• importanc…

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Bates Bobcast Episode 381: Previewing NCAAs and IRAs for the rowing teams 35:26

1M ago35:26

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This week, we’re previewing the final two events of the school year for Bates athletics. The seniors have graduated, but the rowing teams aren’t done yet. The women’s team is headed to West Windsor, N.J. for the NCAA Championships, while the men’s team heads to Camden, N.J. for the IRA National Championship. We preview both, this week, on the Bates…

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'The Art of Prop Graphic Design' with Tina Charad - Ep. #56 1:30:49

1M ago1:30:49

1:30:49

The Art of Prop Graphic Design A Conversation with Graphic Designer Tina Charad On this episode of Prop Talk, we sit down with acclaimed graphic designer Tina Charad to explore her fascinating journey from starting her design career in the UK to working on some of Hollywood’s biggest productions. Tina shares her origin story, early influences, and …

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Bates Bobcast Episode 380: Meet our 2025 Lindholm Scholar Athletes 37:45

2M ago37:45

37:45

This week we’re introducing you to our four Lindholm Scholar Athletes from the class of 2025. These awards have been given annually since 1976 to the senior male and female athletes with the highest academic averages. You’ll meet a neuroscience major from the men’s swimming team, a sociology major from the women’s soccer team, a sociology and polit…

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Drones in Fieldwork, with Thilina Surasinghe, Kunwar Singh, and Amy Frazier 29:46

2M ago29:46

29:46

For today's episode, we are joined by Thilina Surasinghe, Professor at Bridgewater State University in the Department of Biological Sciences, Kunwar Singh, Senior Geospatial Scientist at AidData and affiliate faculty at the Center for Geospatial Analysis, at the College of William & Mary, and Amy Frazier, Professor and the Jack and Laura Dangermond…

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Bates Bobcast Episode 379: Rowing returns to the national stage! 50:04

2M ago50:04

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This week we're celebrating the return of Bates rowing to the national stage. The women's team is once again going to compete at the NCAA Championships after a one-year hiatus, and the men's team earned an automatic bid to the IRA National Championships regatta. Plus, a women's track and field 10K for the record books, and we introduce you to one o…

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'Prop Weed, Medical Shows & MacGuffins' with Jode Mann - Ep. #55 1:41:55

2M ago1:41:55

1:41:55

Prop Weed, Medical Shows & MacGuffins A Conversation with Property Master Jode Mann On this episode of Prop Talk, we sit down with award-winning PMG Property Master Jode Mann to share behind-the-scenes stories from her work on Weeds, Pulse, and the MacGuffin-winning Lessons in Chemistry. From iconic props to on-set challenges, Jode reveals how the …

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Bates Bobcast Episode 378: The stretch run for the Bobcats 33:01

2M ago33:01

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This week we’re talking track and field and rowing, as both programs are racing to the finish of the spring sports season, and rewriting some record books along the way. That’s this week on the Bates Bobcast! Interviews this episode:1:08 -- Curtis Johnson, Head Coach, Track & Field.7:50 -- Graca Bila '28, Women's Track and Field.13:14 -- Luke Desma…

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Episode 2: Next-Gen Dietitians - A Fearless Conversation with Heidi Bates 33:00

2M ago33:00

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In this episode, Jennifer Alexander, Program Director with Nutrition Services, sits down with Heidi Bates, Director of the Integrated Dietetic Internship Program at the University of Alberta. Heidi shares:• her journey to become a leader in field of dietetics,• what it means to be “fierce” in our profession, and• the exciting changes taking place a…

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Bates Bobcast Episode 377: Meet Stacey Bunting, the next Bates Director of Athletics 1:11:57

2M ago1:11:57

1:11:57

This week we introduce you to Stacey Bunting, the next Bates Director of Athletics. Hear how she first fell in love with sports, and what led her to becoming a Bobcat. Plus, the rowing teams won the President’s Cup once again, and celebrated some legends of the past along the way. All that and more, on the Bates Bobcast! Interviews this episode:0:4…

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Connecting Care with technology and AI 36:30

2M ago36:30

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Debbie Pinter, Connect Care Clinical Informatics Officer, helps us unpack the technology on the tip of everyone’s tongue: Artificial Intelligence. Find out how our powerful EMR is already setting Alberta nurses up for success.By Alberta Health Services

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'The Props of Severance' with Catherine Miller - Ep. #54 1:31:16

2M ago1:31:16

1:31:16

The Props of Severance A Conversation with Property Master Catherine Miller On this episode of Prop Talk, we sit down with PMG Property Master Catherine Miller to discuss her experience as a New York-based Property Master. She shares how having ample prep time allowed her to design, manufacture, and help build the distinctive props used by the char…

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Staley, Epstein & the Cost of Association 28:58

2M ago28:58

28:58

In this episode, David Masters and Neil Robson unpack the high-stakes appeal by Jes Staley against his lifetime ban from the FCA, and the tangled web of his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein at the heart of this case. The conversation turns to the newly uncovered extent of their relationship, the regulator’s rationale for such a decisive penalty, a…

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From Hell Week to Healing — Diego Ugalde 1:32:08

3M ago1:32:08

1:32:08

💡 “What if Hell Week was a Celebration?” Diego failed SEAL training the first time—broken bones, broken dreams, and broken expectations. But it wasn’t the end. He came back ten years later, fully transformed, and turned the infamous Hell Week into moment after moment of gratitude. Lesson: When you reframe suffering as growth, everything changes. “I…

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Bates Bobcast Episode 376: Track and field shows out at state meet 39:56

3M ago39:56

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This week we’re talking track and field, as the Bobcats made a big statement up in Waterville in advance of NESCACs. Plus, the baseball team is gearing up for their most important week of the season to date, and the rowing teams continue to put together impressive seasons. That’s this week, on the Bates Bobcast! Interviews this episode:1:17 -- Call…

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PMG Presents: Prop Master Class Q&A - Recorded Live from Wondercon 2025 48:13

3M ago48:13

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Recorded LIVE from the Anaheim Convention Center at Wondercon 2025. The Property Masters Guild Presents: Prop Master Class Q&A featuring two seasoned professional Property Masters to discuss working on Manufacturing heavy shows and answer questions on the best ways to make and repair certain props. Hosted by Livi Dom, PMG Associate Member and IATSE…

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Moving Beyond Crisis and Ecological Grief, with Marco Malavasi 23:46

3M ago23:46

23:46

For this episode of BioScience Talks, we're joined by Marco Malavasi, plant ecologist and cartographer at the University of Sassari, in Italy. We discussed his recent BioScience article "Beyond crisis and grief: Rethinking conservation narratives," which serves as a guide to more productively communicating about—and thinking about—conservation in a…

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Bates Bobcast Episode 375: Women's rowing rises to No. 1 in the country 58:00

3M ago58:00

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This week we’re celebrating the women’s rowing team making a big statement over the weekend in Massachusetts, and rising to No. 1 in the country as a result. Plus, the tennis teams celebrated Senior Day, and the baseball team got another outstanding pitching performance. All that and more, on the Bates Bobcast! Interviews this episode:1:20 -- Hanna…

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'The Masters of Sketch Comedy' with Jonathan Buchanan and Todd Daniels - Ep. #53 1:34:02

3M ago1:34:02

1:34:02

The Masters of Sketch Comedy A Conversation with Property Master Jonathan Buchanan and MacGuffin award winning Property Master Todd Daniels On this episode of Prop Talk, we sit down with PMG Property Masters Jon Buchanan and Todd Daniels to discuss the art of Property Mastering comedy television shows and specifically creating props that can be the…

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Episode 1 Title: Does food impact mood? 23:24

3M ago23:24

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In this podcast, Lisa Mowers, AHS Provincial Practice Lead, dives into the question, "Does food impact mood?". She is joined by Dr. Elnaz Vaghef Mehrabani, a seasoned nutrition researcher who is currently working as a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Calgary and is an instructor at Athabasca University and Mount Royal University.Some of…

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Bates Bobcast Episode 374: Baseball's historic no-hitter, celebrating our women's lacrosse seniors! 45:35

3M ago45:35

45:35

This week we’re looking back at what was quite possibly the first nine-inning no-hitter thrown in the history of the Bates baseball program, which dates back to the 19th century. Plus, our four women’s lacrosse seniors had a Senior Day to remember. And softball continues to thrive in NESCAC play. All that and more, on the Bates Bobcast!Interviews t…

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PMG Presents: How Props Become Icons - Recorded Live from Wondercon 2025 54:35

3M ago54:35

54:35

Recorded LIVE from the Anaheim Convention Center at Wondercon 2025. The Property Masters Guild Presents: Panel Discussion featuring two seasoned professional Property Masters discussing what makes a prop become a MacGuffin. Hosted by Michael Corrie, PMG Associate Member and IATSE Local 44 Property Master. This panel discussion includes: Skip Torvin…

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Bates Bobcast Episode 373: Softball’s strong start, plus a Bates golf spring preview! 36:43

3M ago36:43

36:43

This week we’re talking about the best start to a season for the Bates softball team since 2000. Plus, the golf teams start their respective spring seasons this weekend, and John Tully delivered his best start to date to help the baseball team beat Tufts.Interviews this episode:1:10 -- Ella Maher '26, Softball captain. (Female Bobcat of the Week)9:…

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'Communication Between a Property Master and a First Assistant Director' with Ross Novie - Ep. #52 1:31:13

3M ago1:31:13

1:31:13

Communication Between a Property Master and a First Assistant Director A Conversation with First Assistant Director Ross Novie. On this episode of Prop Talk, we sit down with DGA 1st AD Ross Novie to discuss the importance of clear communication when it comes to scheduling, planning safety on set when it comes to stunts with props, and creating a h…

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The Valuepreneur Mindset: Rethinking Startup Success with Steve Waddell 36:58

3M ago36:58

36:58

What You’ll Learn in This Episode: How Steve Waddell transitioned from shipbuilding to entrepreneurship. The inspiration behind Valuepreneurs and why it challenges conventional startup wisdom. The key lesson from Steve’s TEDx Talk: Start with Who, Not Why. The challenges of launching a product, from patents to tariffs and the impact of COVID-19. Wh…

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Bates Bobcast Episode 372: 42.88 seconds 1:10:14

4M ago1:10:14

1:10:14

It finally happened! A member of the Bates swimming and diving program won an individual NCAA championship. And not only did junior Max Cory win the national title in the 100-yard freestyle, he broke the NCAA Division III record along the way, with his championship final time of 42.88 seconds.And Bobcats weren’t just thriving in the water, they als…

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God, Guilt, and What the Hell Comes Next 1:35:39

4M ago1:35:39

1:35:39

In a world where religion has done as much harm as good, what does faith even mean anymore? In this episode, we talk with Tona Rowett and Michelle Scott-Huffman about what happens when belief gets messy, and how people are reclaiming spiritual identity after trauma. We get into the damage done by the Church, the quiet power of personal theology, an…

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'A Property Master and their Key On Set Props' with Robbie Duncan and Butch Kitchen - Ep. #51 1:39:11

4M ago1:39:11

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A Property Master and their Key On Set Props A Conversation with Property Master Robbie Duncan and Key On Set Assistant Property Master Butch Kitchen On this episode of Prop Talk, we sit down with PMG Property Master Robbie Duncan and Key On Set Assistant Property Master Butch Kitchen to discuss their experience working together on many projects an…

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Bates Bobcast Episode 371: A big weekend for women's tennis 45:52

4M ago45:52

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This week we’re looking back on a win Sunday at Merrill Gym that the women’s tennis team won’t soon forget. Plus, the baseball team broke in the new Leahey Field turf with a great pitching performance, and we wrap up the squash season with outgoing interim head coach Ricky Silbersher. All that and more, on the Bates Bobcast!Interviews this episode:…

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Gentoo Penguins in the Falklands, with John Bates, Sushma Reddy, and Rachael Herman 50:04

4M ago50:04

50:04

For this episode of BioScience Talks, we're joined by John Bates, Curator of Birds at the Field Museum, Sushma Reddy, Breckenridge Chair of Ornithology at the University of Minnesota and the Bell Museum, and Rachael Herman, Postdoctoral Research Fellow at Stonybrook University. Our guests were here to chat about a recent research trip to the Falkla…

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Bates Bobcast Episode 370: Lacrosse flips the script on Williams 1:07:05

4M ago1:07:05

1:07:05

This week we’re looking back on a pair of impressive wins for the lacrosse teams. Plus, track and field is sending three athletes to NCAAs, one of which qualified on her last chance at Tufts. And it’s time to preview the Bates softball season with head coach Kat McKay! All that and more...Interviews this episode:1:09 -- Alison Montgomery (Head Coac…

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Coalition-Building for Labor Actions in Life Sciences Departments, with Aspen Ellis 34:45

4M ago34:45

34:45

For this episode of BioScience Talks, we're joined by Aspen Ellis, PhD candidate at University of California, Santa Cruz, for a discussion of the largest academic strike in history and a recent BioScience article on the topic.By American Institute of Biological Sciences

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Odey, Woodford & the FCA 29:16

4M ago29:16

29:16

Reputation in financial services is complex, shaped by audience perception and regulatory scrutiny. In this episode, Neil Robson and David Masters dive into the scandals surrounding Crispin Odey and Neil Woodford, exploring how they have not only damaged their personal standings but also raised fundamental questions about trust in the system. While…

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National Divorce: A Bad Idea, or Inevitable? | Elijah Haahr 2:13:34

4M ago2:13:34

2:13:34

In this episode of Middle Outcast, we talk with Elijah Haahr, former Speaker of the Missouri House of Representatives, about the shifting landscape of American politics. We discuss how long-form conversations are changing political engagement, the role of social media in deepening polarization, and whether the United States is truly headed for a na…

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'How to Prop a TV Show From Start to Finish' with Sarah Snyder - Ep. #50 1:36:37

4M ago1:36:37

1:36:37

How to Prop a TV Show From Start to Finish A Conversation with Property Master Sarah Snyder On this episode of Prop Talk, we sit down with PMG Property Master Sarah Snyder for a topical episode where we break down the steps of being a Property Master on a TV show. We review everything from getting the call for the job, budgeting and breaking down t…

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Bates Bobcast Episode 369: Lacrosse’s fast start, women’s basketball heads back to NCAAs 49:25

4M ago49:25

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This week we’re chatting with a pair of lacrosse players who have helped their teams get off to fast starts this year. Plus, the Bates women’s basketball team is headed to the NCAA tournament for the third time in the last four seasons. All that and more...Interviews this episode: 0:54 -- Alison Montgomery, Head Coach, Women's Basketball5:23 -- Mil…

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Bates Bobcast Episode 368: “Maxtradamus” and men’s swimming make history at NESCACs 1:15:56

4M ago1:15:56

1:15:56

This week we’re talking about the Bates men’s swimming team fulfilling Max Cory’s prediction: two conference titles in relays at the NESCAC Championships. Plus, the lacrosse teams are off to a strong start to their seasons, and the baseball team won a dramatic game in Virginia. That's this week, on the Bates Bobcast!Interviews this episode:0:43 -- …

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Leading with Love: The Power of Insightful Vulnerability™ with David Cunningham 47:49

5M ago47:49

47:49

David Cunningham has spent over 35 years as a transformational leader, coach, and educator, working with hundreds of thousands of individuals worldwide. He draws from his personal experiences and lifelong commitment to love and consciousness to inspire others to live with purpose, grace, and love. His teachings have helped countless people awaken t…

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Bates Bobcast Episode 367: On top of the world with alpine skiing’s Nic Hotermans ’25 1:10:05

5M ago1:10:05

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This week we continue our spring sports previews with men’s lacrosse, baseball, and tennis. Plus, Bates alpine skiing senior captain Nic Hotermans represented Belgium at the World Championships in Austria last week. We caught up with him to chat about what it was like to ski in front of 20,000 people.All that and more...Interviews this episode:1:19…

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'The Art of Creating Period Mail' with Elliott Boswell - Ep. #49 1:29:34

5M ago1:29:34

1:29:34

The Art of Creating Period Mail A conversation with Property Master Elliott Boswell On this episode of Prop Talk, we sit down with Atlanta Georgia based Property Master Elliott Boswell to discuss his experiance working on the movie "The Six Triple Eight" and what he had to go through on the 9 months of prep to create thousands of pieces of World Wa…

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From Shame to Service: Harnessing the Power of Your Story with Mark Leruste 51:03

5M ago51:03

51:03

Key Takeaways: Proximity Bias: Why your story might feel “boring” to you but is magical to others hearing it for the first time. From Shame to Service: How sharing your story transforms not just others but also yourself. Emotional Credibility: Establish trust and connection with audiences by sharing your authentic origin story. Strategic Storytelli…

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Bates Bobcast Episode 366: Introducing Princess L. Zabel 43:23

5M ago43:23

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Believe it or not, spring sports are around the corner. So this week on the Bobcast we’re introducing you to new Bates women’s lacrosse head coach Princess L. Zabel!Plus, women’s basketball has won four straight NESCAC games, with two key regular season contests remaining. And men’s track and field, as well as men’s swimming, went to Bowdoin last S…

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Bates Bobcast Episode 365: A 500-meter run to remember 32:47

5M ago32:47

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This week we’re celebrating the third fastest 500-meter run in NCAA Division III history. It happened Saturday when Bates senior captain Truman Williams made a name for himself in Boston. Plus, women’s basketball has won back-to-back NESCAC games, and senior captain Kyle Kagan had a big day for the alpine skiing team. That's this week, on the Bates…

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'IATSE's Official Firearms Expert Update' with Larry Zanoff - Ep. #48 1:37:53

5M ago1:37:53

1:37:53

IATSE's Official Firearms Expert Update A conversation with Armorer and firearms expert, Larry Zanoff On this episode of Prop Talk, we sit down with returning guest and Armorer Larry Zanoff to discuss him being named IATSE's Official Firearms Expert and Representative for the union's Basic Agreement and his plans with the help of Local 44, the PMG,…

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