Hey what's up! First off, we would like to thank you for visiting our page. If you love basketball we know you will enjoy our podcast. If you haven't already please follow us on Instagram @Thepickupshow Thank you for listening and come back next time so we can run it back!
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Interviews with Latinos doing cool stuff in in Christchurch while listening to Latin tunes! This programme is brought to you by Christchurch College of English Limited.
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Inspiring lessons from the world's greatest thinkers and innovators. Based on the book, Think Like an Innovator, by Paul Sloane, published by Pearson. The podcasts are given by the author.
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Different interviews and discussions from 6th grade students Cover art photo provided by Daniel Hjalmarsson on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@artic_studios
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Jorge M Sanchez interviews Comedians, Musicians, Poets, Artists, Writers, and Filmmakers from his studio in San Jose CA.
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Three American-raised friends living in China candidly explore the madness of modern behavior. We’ll be sipping on drinks with special guests as we tackle different topics on current culture, self-help, society, human psychology, nationality, politics, news and life. All this in an effort to reduce misconceptions about the world and ourselves. Tune in as we make these attempts and stumble our way towards becoming happier, healthier and wiser.
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City Manager Unfiltered is a podcast by a city manager for city managers. I am your host, Joe Turner, and I’m on a mission to build a community for ambitious city managers. I want to provide you with the career tools and resources to help make you a better executive so you can rack up victories, polish your resume, dominate interviews, land your dream job, and win your contract negotiations. If you are a city manager looking to level up, check out my podcast, City Manager Unfiltered. Hit tha ...
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A podcast that focuses on the New Orleans stand up comedy community. Featuring local and visiting comedians talking about their experiences in Nola. Hosted by New Orleans stand up comedian Jorge Velazquez. Ig: @_jorgevelazquez_ Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/funnytalkswithfunnyfucks/support
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Daniel Jones' perfect life just took a sharp turn for the worse. His parents separated, he has to move to an apartment in the city and go to a PUBLIC school (ugh!) where everyone is a TOTAL SLACKER and no one cares about his high GPA and PRESTIGIOUS WRITING AWARDS, and worst of all, his mom just up and left the country. Daniel is working up a plan to make his life more acceptable, when he discovers a strange door... A door that takes him to a parallel life where his parents hadn't separated. ...
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We’re lighting up the campfire and swapping stories on everything involved in building a brand, scaling a startup, launching new products, and unembellished career talk from the brand builders that we admire most.You'll join Camp Counselors, Bobby Narang and Jass Binning, as they interview the most incredible leaders and founders from diverse backgrounds in marketing, tech, and beyond to explore what it takes to build a leading brand that’s shaping the world of B2B.Every campfire starts with ...
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My name is Manny and as the name of the title my podcast is about me having conversations in my car, some will be more centered with a 1-2 topics and some will just be some random “have fun” conversations. Enjoy! Cover art photo provided by Mark Cruz on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@mark_crz
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The Political Economy Forum of the University of Washington discusses cutting-edge academic research in the area of Political Economy.
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Marlene, known for her ability to engage all listeners of all ages is one of a kind. Her dynamic approach to any topic is legendary. Not only has she maintained her ratings high in her radio career she has also been able to conduct Interviews with the chart topping artist. She speaks from the heart and is relatable by all women of all sizes. Get ready for "Al Chile" conversations from: Sex Talk, News and the Best Interviews with the Hottest Artist... "Al Chile" is "Straight to the Point" y " ...
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SHS: Using Leverage & Real Estate to Create Wealth with Noel Bernal | Ep. 78
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In my first installment of my new "Side Hustle Sunday" series, I discuss the power of leveraging real estate to create wealth with Noel Bernal. Noel started his real estate investment journey in his early 20's before he became a public sector executive. He, along with his wife, have increased their real estate holdings over time and expanded into l…
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Jorge Garcia Methodically Prepared for First City Manager Post in Pismo Beach | Ep. 77
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Confident. Certain. Poised. Prepared. Jorge Garcia, a first-time city manager in Pismo Beach, California, embodies all of these adjectives. He has spent many years readying himself for this moment -- his first assignment as a chief executive officer for a municipal corporation. He is only one year into his tenure, but as you listen to this intervie…
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Daniel Rosemond Appeals Case to the Florida Supreme Court | Ep. 76
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Our friend, Daniel Rosemond, visits the show to provide an update on his legal case against the City of Hallandale Beach. In February, he had a major set back and we talk about battling through this ordeal that has now stretched out more than 8 years. We also talk about his work with East to West Development and share some exciting news about his b…
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We review the stories of two great 20th century inventors. Guglielmo Marconi (1874 - 1937) was an Italian radio pioneer. Edwin Land (1909 - 1991) was the American chemist who invented the Polaroid Camera.
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Side Hustles & Passive Income Streams with Nick Loper | Ep. 75
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Nick Loper is a legend in the side hustle and internet marketing space. He is the host of the Side Hustle Show podcast and runs the Side Hustle Nation website. I get excited when talking about internet marketing, start-ups, passive income, and entrepreneurship. And I hope many of you do, too, as I would like to explore this topic in more earnest in…
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Clarendon City Administrator Brian Barboza literally started at the bottom and worked his way to "the chair." When he was a young man, recently graduated from high school, Hereford City Manager Rick Hanna took an interest and gave him an application to become an employee in the streets department. Barboza worked for the city while going to college …
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City Manager Brooks Williams brings a passionate but demanding philosophical approach to local government. He joins the program to talk about the importance of innovation and efficiency, accountability, employee development, and building strong relationships with your elected officials as he leads the City of Ferris, Texas. Brooks recently publishe…
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Today we talk about the psychology of texting, jumping to conclusions, and if we’re destined to repeat the same failures in life. We talk about text message etiquette, the psychology behind quick responses, slow responses and no responses, and “closing the loop” with people we have unintentionally ignored. We talk about jumping to conclusions and m…
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James Freed Wins After ICMA Settles Lawsuit! Now What? | Ep. 72
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As I predicted, the ICMA finally capitulated and settled the anti-defamation lawsuit brought forth by Michigan city manager James Freed. As part of the agreement where financial details were not releaed, the ICMA agreed to retract the censure by removing it from their website. The settlement was announced via a joint statement on ICMA letterhead. H…
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James Freed and ICMA issue multiple statements about lawsuit | Ep. 71
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Things are heating up in the battle between Port Huron City Manager James Freed and the ICMA over the last two weeks. The two-year saga began in June 2022 when the ICMA publicly censured Freed and stripped him of his credential. Freed countered with a lawsuit alleging the ICMA engaged in a conspiracy to defame him. On September 5, 2024, Freed sent …
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161. Ethan Robertson (Wheelsboy, Chinese car reviewer)
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Ethan Robertson is the host of Wheelsboy 车轮哥, a channel dedicated to offering independent reviews of Chinese cars. His videos have over a million subscribers and are available on YouTube and all mainstream Chinese platforms. Today we talk about the electric vehicle (EV) industry in China, including the rise of Chinese EV brands, the challenges they…
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Ep. 70 | Surviving Sexual & Domestic Abuse with Audree Guzman
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Audree Guzman refused to become a statistic and has courageously battled through childhood sexual molestation and domestic abuse as a young woman. We discuss her battles along with other struggles encompassing eating disordes and mental health issues. This is very powerful episode but listener discretion is strongly advised. SHOW NOTES: Here is the…
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160. Brian Wong (on political rhetoric, democracy, AI)
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Dr. Brian Wong is a Rhodes Scholar, geopolitical strategist, tech advisor, author and Assistant Professor in Philosophy at the University of Hong Kong. His research examines the intersection of geopolitics, political and moral philosophy, and technology. Brian co-founded and now advises the Oxford Political Review and currently serves as a Fellow a…
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The Trials & Tribulations of your First Gig with Audree Guzman | Ep. 69
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Audree Guzman was hired into her first city administrator gig at the beginning of the COVID pandemic. Less than a year later, she would be forced to deal with another historic event that rocked her community. In this episode, Audree and I discuss the trials and tribulations she faced down in her first city administrator gig in small town Kansas. We…
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Keyboard Warriors & Social Media Terrorists with Sam Toles | Ep. 68
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In Part 2 of my interview with Sam Toles of CiviSocial, we discuss keyboard warriors and social media terrorists. I offer up my distinction between the two and urge elected officials to exercise more discernment when evaluating online attacks. We discuss the outsized impact of the minority, whether they are truly engaged and participating in the pr…
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Cymri Chang is a Creative Producer and friend of the show. Today we discuss the human race, whether it's as a species, a political race or literally racing in the Olympics. We talk about if continuing the human species is important to us. We present cases for and against humanity and its impact on itself and all other living things. We talk about a…
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Your City is Doing Social Media Wrong with Sam Toles | Ep. 67
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Sam Toles is a social media expert having worked for large entertainment companies like Bleacher Report, MGM, and Warner Music, as well as Vimeo. He was also served as an elected councilmember for the California community of Cathedral City. He is passionate about social media and the public sector, but believes that most communities across the coun…
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The Power Of Empathetic Leadership with Jorge Soto from AssetMule
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What if the secret to startup success isn’t ruthless ambition, but empathetic leadership? Jorge Soto, Co-Founder of AssetMule, shares how prioritizing people over profits is transforming his business and culture. For Jorge, building a workplace where kindness and respect are essential values. He believes that the culture you establish from day one …
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How do we attract more women and minorities to the profession with Amy Farkas | Ep. 66
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Patton Township Manager Amy Farkas is passionate about recruiting more women and minorities into the profession of city and county management. In this episode, we talk about the importance of "telling a better story" to attract these candidates. We also discuss her unique approach to dealing with the stresses of the job through her hobby and what b…
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158. Jorge Castellanos (Stand-up comedian, Mamahuhu)
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Jorge Castellanos is a stand-up comedian and was a member of the sketch comedy group Mamahuhu, a popular YouTube series. He is also the owner of the Shanghai bar called BnC. He has performed with some of the biggest comedians like Mark Normand, Kyle Kinane and Jim Gaffigan. Today we talk about Jorge’s experience as a comedian in China, navigating c…
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Rethinking Field Marketing with Ajay Ravichandran from Everstage
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Ever wondered how to transform field marketing from routine to remarkable? Today, we're diving into the playbook of an event marketing maestro who's redefining the rules of the game. We're thrilled to welcome Ajay Ravichandran, Field Marketing Lead at Everstage, to Growth Marketing Camp. In this episode, Ajay opens the curtain on the methodologies …
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Michael Penny believes the AAME can help city managers with performance reviews | Ep 65
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In the third and final installment of my interview series with Castle Pines City Manager Michael Penny, he shares his views on the recruitment and performance review processes and puts forth the idea that the American Association of Municipal Executives can assist city and county managers by influencing how these events are structured. Penny argues…
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157. Danny Hu (on triathlons, health, lifestyle)
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Danny Hu is the CEO of WeCycle and started the largest triathlon community in China. His platform, STC大铁, has gone from a few hundred people to over 100k members and has helped organize 300+ triathlons and other active events across China. Today, in the spirit of the Olympics, we talk to Danny about how he got convinced to enter his first triathlon…
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Why does the ICMA credential exist & does it measure competency? | Ep. 64
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Why did the ICMA create the credentialed manager program and does it measure competency? We discuss these issues and more in part 2 of my interview series with Castle Pines, Colorado city manager Michael Penny. Penny, who is a founding member of the American Association of Municipal Executives, has also been a member of the ICMA since 1995. He has …
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Why did 29-year ICMA member Michael Penny join the AAME? | Ep. 63
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Castle Pines city manager Michael Penny isn't your ordinary ICMA member. He currently serves as the chairman of the ICMA's Credentialing Advisory Board (CAB) and has been a member of the organization since 1995. So, why did he join the American Association of Municipal Executives as a founding member and how does he see both organizations co-existi…
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156. Daniel Bateman: "The Game, Confidence, Rejection"
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Daniel Bateman is a content creator of his own social media channel @baidehan focused on being British, business and lifestyle in China. He is also the host of the "Panda Profits Podcast" and the founder of Brit Bridge, a global consultancy and marketing company. Today we talk about the book "The Game" by Neil Strauss and how it helped Daniel gain …
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For a variety of reasons listed in this podcast, the sign up deadline to become a founding member of the American Association of Municipal Executives has been extended. You have until midnight central on Thursday, July 25th to take action and join this historic, once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. This is the last call -- so sign up here today. We have…
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155. Ben Cavender: "Chinese Brands, Economy, US Election, AI"
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Ben Cavender is the Managing Director and Head of Strategy with the China Market Research Group (CMR). He helps Fortune 500 companies strengthen their brands positions and presence in China's consumer market. He frequently speaks internationally on innovation, technology, economics and consumer trends. He is frequently quoted and interviewed by new…
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A confidential source sent me an audio recording of ICMA West Coast Regional Director Pat Martel discussing the American Association of Municipal Executives. This discussion took place two weeks ago at the Oregon City/Count Management Association conference.. In this audio clip, Martel states that the ICMA is very much aware of the AAME, that it su…
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Ep. 60 | ICMA CEO Marc Ott "Retires" & Freed Gets a Trial Date
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Last week the big news story was the announcement by the ICMA that CEO Marc Ott was retiring to spend more time with family. We also learned that Port Huron City Manager James Freed was given a trial date for his defamation lawsuit against the ICMA. Coincidence? These two stories are inextricably linked and are the topic of this week's podcast epis…
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Marilyn Rivers Just Wanted Her Good Name Back | Ep. 59
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Marilyn Rivers had a stellar career and an impeccable reputation having served for nearly 20 years as the Director of Risk and Safety for the New York city of Saratoga Springs. About 18-months away from this 20-year mark where she would be eligible for her pension, a newly elected commissioner set his sights on her to settle an "old score" from fif…
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Tilman Rieger is a conflict mediator, interpersonal and cross-cultural communication expert. He is the founder of 8C Consulting and an expert in the fields of nonviolent communication, transactional analysis, positive intelligence and team building. Today we talk about psychological safety in groups, at work and in society. We learn about creating …
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ICMA CEO Marc Ott has presided over an organization that is dysfunctional, lacks accountability, and produces mediocre work product. His permissive and absentee approach to managing employees allowed ethics staffers to prosecute a personal and political vendetta against Port Huron City Manager James Freed -- a stain that will be forever left upon h…
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Scott Jorgensen Rebukes the Oregon City/County Management Association | Ep. 57
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Rainier City Administrator Scott Jorgensen is no fan of the Oregon City/County Management Association (OCCMA). A few years ago, he was the subject of an anonymous ethics complaint without any clear explanation of his alleged offense. About a year later, Jorgensen learned that another city manager had accused him of leaking his listserv comments. Th…
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Justin Hourn is the head coach and co-founder of Refuge Martial Arts. He is a BJJ black belt, former Australian national wrestling team athlete, international kickboxer, Tedx speaker and youth health & fitness speaker. Today we talk about fitness trends, wellness, purpose and overcoming adversity. We talk about purposely not preparing for things so…
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Why is Ed Meece excited about the AAME? | Ep. 56
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We continue our conversation with Polson, Montana city manager Ed Meece in Part 2 of our interview series. In this episode, Ed talks about: ✅ a new state association for Montana city managers that is not affiliated with the ICMA, ✅ a conversation he had with ICMA CEO Marc Ott and Ray Baray, his chief of staff, and ✅ why he is so excited about the n…
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Why did Ed Meece cancel his ICMA membership after 25 years? | Ep. 55
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In 2015, city manager Ed Meece did something he never thought he would do. He canceled his International City/County Management Association membership twenty-five years after joining the organization. What happened? Meece explains his reasoning in Part 1 of this two-part series. SHOW NOTES: Ed Meece's LinkedIn page SUBMIT JOB POSTING: Do you have a…
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Today we talk about the “3 Body Problem”, AI and finding jobs. We talk about the controversy over the Western adaptation of the show from the original Chinese science fiction novel “The Three-Body Problem” and where the limits might be for cultural appropriation. The conversation shifts to the topic of AI and we debate how much we should really thi…
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William Shakespeare (1564 - 1616) is considered the greatest playwright of all time; Jonathan Swift (1667 - 1745), the greatest satirist. What can we mere mortals learn from these literary giants? You might be surprised.
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Baker Tilly Bombshell in Amarillo City Manager Search | Ep. 54
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Baker Tilly has been bad -- again. Recently, yours truly dropped a bombshell about Baker Tilly when he appeared as a guest on the Making Sense with Michael J. talk show in Amarillo, Texas. We discussed the Amarillo city manager recruitment and the consulting contract Baker Tilly landed to help review their charter. Host Michael Stevens graciously a…
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Private vs. Public Sector Executive Compensation with Daniel Reilly | Ep. 53
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Public sector executives need to steal some pages out of the private sector executive playbook when it comes to compensation, benefits, and negotiating contracts. Attorney Daniel Reilly has extensive experience in negotiating private and public sector executive contracts. Licensed to practice law in Massachusetts and Rhode Island, we discuss indust…
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King Kwesi is a vlogger, street interviewer and English teacher from Ghana, living in China. His YouTube Channel documents his experiences as an African interacting in Chinese society. Today we talk about his background from Ghana, growing up in a polygamous family, and his experience living in China as an African. We talk about why he started the …
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ICMA's Rigged Executive Board Elections with Graham Mitchell | Ep. 52
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Unhappy with the current direction of the International City/County Management Association, El Cajon City Manager Graham Mitchell decided to get involved and run for a seat on the executive board. In previous years when he only saw one name on the ballot for each seat -- he assumed it was due to apathy. Little did he know that the ICMA establishmen…
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No Fluff! Real Culture Change in Durango with Jose Madrigal | Ep. 51
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A lot of people self-proclaim themselves to be "change agents" or transformational leaders who have changed their department or organization's culture. But a lot of this is fluffy, self-promotion meant to stroke the ego. How many public sector executives have actual, quantifiable data to support these claims? Durango, Colorado city manager Jose Mad…
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Inside Strategies for Community-Powered Growth with Daniel Cmejla from Apollo
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Have you ever wondered how to grow your business through the power of community? You’re in luck because today, we bring you Community Building 101 from a true powerhouse in building partnerships, community, and brand loyalty. We’re excited to welcome Daniel Cmejla, the VP of Community at Apollo, to Growth Marketing Camp. In this episode, we delve i…
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Andrea Fenn is an award-winning digital strategist and the CEO of Adiacent, a global digital transformation company. He was a founding member of the APAC social media team at Ogilvy, a researcher of Chinese social media at Leiden University, and a former journalist for CNN and China Daily. He has lived 18 years in China working with the country’s e…
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Ep. 50 | Introducing the American Association of Municipal Executives
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Over the last 18 months I have highlighted the plight of city managers and other public sector executives. I have talked about the pervasive sense of loneliness and isolation that is oftentimes overwhelming. I have lamented the lack of advocacy for managers who watch helplessly as the reputation and career they have spent decades building is sullie…
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Do public comment decorum rules violate the First Amendment with CJ Grisham | Ep. 49
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Texas attorney CJ Grisham and his client, Jason Followell, were removed from an Aransas Pass city council meeting under the threat of arrest after they both used profane language and violated the rules of decorum during a public comment period. Since that January incident, Grisham has filed a lawsuit (see link below in the show notes) on behalf of …
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Deconstructing Taylour Tedder's Groundbreaking Contract with Bradley Ford | Ep. 48
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Taylour Tedder's groundbreaking contract in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware was the talk of the city management community last week. His contract features a $750,000 home loan that is completely forgivable after 7 years of service. Bradley Ford, the city manager for Waco, Texas, sat down with me to review and critique this amazing contract. Ford, the fore…
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Dylan Briley is the Head Chef at Crush, former Sous Chef at Mr & Mrs Bund, and former chef at Goga in Shanghai. He is also an artist, culinary consultant and DJ. Today we talk about digital addiction, self-hate and his experiences working in the restaurant industry, both in the US and China. He recounts a pivotal moment when he had a heart attack w…
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