Arctic ice is melting even more rapidly than scientists previously believed.

supporting links

1. Felicity Aston: Explorer-Author-Speaker [website]

2. What It's Like to Cross Antarctica Alone [Conde Nast Traveler]

3. Pole Of Cold: Felicity Aston - Extreme Challenge [YouTube]

4. Chasing Winter, A Journey to the Pole of Cold [Book]

5. B.I.G. North Pole [website]

Arctic sea ice decline [Wikipedia]

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Greenpeace, the legendary environmental group that fought to save the whales, now finds itself fighting for survival.

Supporting links

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2. Greenpeace [USA website]

3. Greenpeace International [YouTube]

4. The bombing of the Rainbow Warrior [Greenpeace website]

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What if crossing that finish line, no matter how far behind, wasn’t about winning at all?

1. Newcomb ball [Wikipedia]

2. New to Triathlon? Here’s Your Beginner Training Plan [Triathlete]

3. Triathlon [Wikipedia]

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Frozen Obsession: Henry Worsley’s Last Expedition, chasing Ernest Shackleton’s polar dream.

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2. Ernest Shackleton [Wikipedia]

3. The White Darkness [Amazon Books]

4. David Grann [Facebook]

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Summary

In this engaging conversation, host Rick Barron speaks with Kendall Breitman, a master storyteller and community manager at Riverside. They explore Kendall's journey from her early life in Pennsylvania to her impressive career in journalism, covering politics and presidential elections.

Kendall shares insights into her experiences in high school, college, and her transition into the fast-paced world of political journalism, highlighting the adrenaline rush of breaking news and the lessons learned along the way. In this engaging conversation, Kendall Breitman shares her journey from a successful journalism career to finding love and transitioning into community management.

She reflects on the challenges of journalism, the importance of personal growth, and how storytelling skills have enhanced her current role. Kendall emphasizes the need to redefine success beyond career achievements and shares practical tips for podcasting, including a quirky secret about eating a green apple before recording.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Kendall Breitman

02:58 Kendall's Early Life and Background

06:02 High School Experiences and Identity

08:48 College Journey and Discovering Journalism

11:57 Internship and Early Career in Journalism

15:04 Breaking into Political Journalism

18:00 Experiences on the Campaign Trail

21:03 The Fast-Paced World of Breaking News

23:55 Transitioning to Bloomberg and the Circus

27:06 Behind the Scenes of Political Events

30:06 Lessons Learned in Journalism

32:12 From Journalism to Love: A Personal Journey

36:00 Reflections on Journalism: Burnout and Success

41:24 Transitioning to Community Management: A New Chapter

43:57 The Art of Storytelling: Skills from Journalism to Podcasting

49:39 Personal Growth: Confidence and Identity

55:42 Defining Success: Beyond Career Achievements

59:21 Podcasting Tips: The Green Apple Secret

Supporting links

1. Kendall Breitman [Community Mgr at Riverside]

2. Conversation Creators [Riverside Community/Facebook]

3. Kendall Brietman [

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Summary: In this episode, Rick Barron interviews David Simmons, a former tech executive who transitioned to a sailing business in the Caribbean. David shares his journey from a tumultuous childhood in Mississippi to a fulfilling life on the ocean. He discusses his love for the water, the challenges of starting a charter business, and the realities of living on a boat.

The conversation explores themes of reinvention, adventure, and the importance of staying calm in crises. In this conversation, David shares his transformative journey through sailing, emphasizing the lessons learned from Mother Ocean and the experiences that shaped his understanding of life and community. He reflects on the beauty of the Caribbean, the challenges faced while navigating, and the importance of personal growth and connection with others. David's insights inspire listeners to embrace adventure, learn from mistakes, and live life to the fullest.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to David Simmons' Journey

02:43 Early Life and Love for the Ocean

04:45 Adventures Around the World

07:22 The Turning Point: From Tech to Sailing

10:45 Training and Preparation for Sailing

12:22 Starting the Charter Business

15:43 Navigating the Challenges of Chartering

18:02 Living on a Boat: The Lifestyle

20:41 Maintenance and Repairs: A Boat Owner's Reality

22:51 Crisis Management at Sea

27:56 Transitioning from Tech to Teaching

29:56 Aspirations in Boat Delivery Services

32:18 Lessons from Mother Ocean

37:06 Navigating the Caribbean: Adventures and Challenges

46:35 Transformative Experiences: Discovering Self and Community

52:04 Living Life to the Fullest: Insights and Inspirations

Supporting links

1. David Simmons [Captain Dave Sailing]

2. David Simmons [Instagram]

3. Parlay Revival [Website]

4. Exuma Islands [Wikipedia]

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Sal Khan, the founder and CEO of Khan Academy, thinks artificial intelligence could spark the greatest positive transformation education has ever seen

1. How AI could save (not destroy) education [TED]

2. The A.I. Chatbots Have Arrived. Time to Talk to Your Kids. [New York Times]

3. Most Americans haven’t used ChatGPT; few think it will impact their job [Pew Research Center]

4. Khan Academy [website]

5. Behind the Tech with Kevin Scott [YouTube]

6. Sal Khan: How AI Will Revolutionize Education [YouTube]

7. Sal Khan [Wikipedia]

8. Big Tech’s experimental AI can’t beat old-school productivity gems [Fast Company]

9. Google’s NotebookLM is a great tool for adding AI to your notes [Fast Company]

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Locked down in the English countryside during the pandemic, writer Chloe Dalton found herself in an unlikely companionship—with a wild hare.

supporting links

1. Raising Hare: A Memoir [Amazon]

2. Chloe Dalton [Blog site]

3. Hare [Wikipedia]

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