Best Phil Larson Podcasts (2025)

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Conflict in South Asia, and simplifying GRADE. 40:15

11d ago40:15

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Recent escalations in the ever simmering tension between India and Pakistan brought us closer to conflict - conflict between two nuclear powers. For a long time doctors have campaigned for nuclear disarmament, and Chris Zielinski, president of the World Association of Medical Editors, makes the case for returning WHO's mandate to measure the potent…

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Episode 65 - SEO + GEO: New Formula for Ranking Your Fence And Deck Business 1:13:56

16d ago1:13:56

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Unlock the new SEO + GEO formula designed specifically for fence and deck contractors. In this recorded webinar, we cover: ✅ 10 critical elements that enhance your website’s conversion rate ✅ How to define your ideal customer avatar ✅ Real website examples showing what works—and what doesn't ✅ Live SEO audits of attendee websites If you have any qu…

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Episode 64 - From Basements to Deck Builds: Josh Steinman’s Growth Journey 43:56

20d ago43:56

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In this episode, Alex Danner chats with Josh Steinman, owner of EJS Deck and Home Solutions in Massachusetts. Josh shares how he evolved from basement remodeling to building high-end decks and outdoor spaces—all while building a solid team and staying present as a dad. 🔑 In this episode, you'll learn about: Josh’s transition from interior remodelin…

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Malaria free China, an academic medicine revolution, and retracted data's impact 36:36

22d ago36:36

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China was declared malaria free in 2021 - and we'll hear how persistence was key to their success, and what new technologies are available to help the rest of the world become malaria free, from Regina Rabinovich, director of the Malaria Elimination Initiative at the Barcelona Institute for Global Health. Sonia Saxena, professor of primary care at …

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Episode 63 - Designing Next-Level Outdoor Spaces with Zachary Leamer of Sasquatch Decks & Patios 39:46

28d ago39:46

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In this episode of the Fence & Deck Mastery Podcast, host Alex Danner talks with Zachary Leamer, founder of Sasquatch Decks & Patios in Southeast Pennsylvania. Zach shares his inspiring journey from horse racing to creative deck building and dives into how he's built a reputation for standout outdoor living projects. Topics covered in this episode:…

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The problem of prognostication in assisted dying. 30:48

1M ago30:48

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The UK government is debating legislation to allow assisted dying in England and Wales, which puts doctors at the forefront of deciding if their patient will be eligible for a medically assisted death - the key criteria being a 6 month prognosis. But is making a 6 month prognosis actually clinically reliable? To discuss we're joined by a panel of e…

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Trump is trying to destroy universities - Ashish Jha, Dean of Public Health at Brown University 50:19

2M ago50:19

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Kamran Abbasi interviews Professor Ashish Jha, Dean of Public Health at Brown University and former COVID-19 pandemic advisor to President Biden. Watch this interview on our YouTube. Trump’s second term has touched everything in the US political sphere - and health is no exception. With research funding for medicine and science weathering under Tru…

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Reducing benefits will not get disabled people back to work, and explaining overdiagnosis 32:35

2M ago32:35

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The UK’s chancellor has announced a £5bn cut to benefits, much of which will be borne by those on long-term disability allowance. Gerry McCartney, professor of wellbeing economy at Glasgow University explains about why these cuts will not only hurt the most vulnerable, but will be counterproductive to the government's wish to get people back to wor…

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Episode 62 - From Napkin Sketch to Award-Winning Deck 46:59

2M ago46:59

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In this episode of the Fence & Deck Mastery Podcast, host Alex Danner sits down with Bernard King and Tyler from San Diego Decks & Patios to talk about their NADRA Award-winning "leaf deck"—a uniquely designed, multi-colored deck born from a homeowner’s napkin sketch. Bernard shares his journey from military service to 25+ years in construction, ho…

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What does the death of NHS England, and the western alliance, mean for health? 37:48

2M ago37:48

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In the UK, the prime minister has announced the disbanding of NHS England, Nigel Crisp - former chief executive of the NHS, explains why he thinks that it’s important the health service is closer to the political decision makers, and why this could be the time to really acknowledge the healthcare emergency. On the international stage, the Trump adm…

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Episode 61 - How Kenny Ritter Won 3 NADRA Awards with One Project 43:47

2M ago43:47

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In this episode of the Fence & Deck Mastery Podcast, Alex Danner chats with Kenny Ritter, owner of ICOR Building & Remodeling, about his award-winning historic porch project that earned THREE NADRA awards in a single year. Kenny shares his 20+ year journey in the trades, lessons learned from hiring, how he retains a strong crew, and why focusing on…

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Episode 60 - Kelly Crow on Winning a NADRA Award & Building High-End Decks 53:29

3M ago53:29

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In this episode of the Fence & Deck Mastery Podcast, host Alex Danner sits down with Kelly Crow, owner of Go to Guy Home Services in Atlanta. Kelly shares his journey from real estate and mortgage trading to building award-winning decks, including his NADRA Award-winning project in the wood decks category. We dive into: ✅ His background in home ren…

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The data on physician associates in the UK, and speaking up in the NHS 47:02

3M ago47:02

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We've just published a new rapid review on the safety and efficacy of physician and anaesthetic associates in the UK, which was commissioned to support the ongoing Leng review of these new roles in the NHS. Trish Greenhalgh, professor of primary care at the University of Oxford, joins us to discuss the data she found. Habib Naqvi is director of the…

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Episode 59 - Alex Larson of TL Decks on Niching Down, Business Growth & Systems 53:58

3M ago53:58

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In this episode of the Fence & Deck Mastery Podcast, Alex Danner sits down with Alex Larson, owner of TL Decks in Illinois, to discuss his journey from side hustler to running a thriving deck-building business. Alex shares how niching down to decks transformed his company, the importance of creating systems, and how hiring the right people—includin…

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Phil Banfield on the British Medical Association's plan to support doctors 29:23

3M ago29:23

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From pay restoration, to making sure there are enough training posts for resident doctors, the BMA has been busy. In this podcast, Kamran Abbasi, the editor in chief of The BMJ, spoke to Phil Banfield, chair of the BMA’s council. They talk about the ongoing pay discussions, how the BMA is working with the new government - touching on both specialit…

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Episode 58 - Dan Stendeback of Valer Builders on NADRA Awards & Outdoor Living Innovation 45:39

3M ago45:39

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In this episode of the Fence & Deck Mastery Podcast, host Alex Danner chats with Dan Stendeback, owner of Valer Builders, about his award-winning projects and expertise in the outdoor living industry. As a NADRA Award-winning deck builder, Dan shares his journey from sales executive to industry leader, the importance of consultative sales, and how …

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Combating disinformation, and time to stop spinal injections for chronic pain 31:10

3M ago31:10

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In this episode of the BMJ's Medicine and Science podcast, editor-in-chief Kamran Abbasi discusses the urgent need to tackle disinformation in health, especially in the context of the US, with Heidi Larson and Martin McKee from the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine. We also hear from Jane Ballentyne, professor of anaesthesia and pain m…

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Episode 57 - 13-Time NADRA Award Winner Dan Pettit on Illuminating Deck Design 41:38

3M ago41:38

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In this episode of the Fence and Deck Mastery Podcast, host Alex Danner welcomes Dan Pettit, owner of Northern Outdoor Living and a 13-time NADRA award-winning deck builder specializing in custom lighting and outdoor living designs. 🏆✨ Dan’s most recent project—a massive illuminated curved wall emulating the Hastings skyline and starscape—left an u…

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Why compassion isn't just nice, it's essential 24:20

3M ago24:20

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Providing quality healthcare is demanding, often stressful, and requires sustained effort. When resources are stretched and pressure mounts, compassion can slip - but compassion is an essential tool for leaders, who need to support their teams to continue delivering the best possible care. In this final episode of The BMJ’s podcast series on qualit…

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Episode 56 - From Ontario to NADRA Awards: Phil Andrews’ Decking Journey 36:02

4M ago36:02

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In this special episode of the Fence and Deck Mastery Podcast, host Alex Danner welcomes Phil Andrews, owner of Andrews Decking in Ontario, Canada, and a recent NADRA Award winner! 🇨🇦🏆 Phil shares his journey from construction framing to building high-end decks, how he discovered NADRA, and what it was like to win third place in the Alternative Dec…

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The industry playbook to combat public health, and FUTURE-AI 34:03

4M ago34:03

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This week Rebecca Coombes is back with another big-food investigation, this time about fast-food giant MacDonalds subverting attempts to stop it opening stores near schools. Sticking with industry behaving badly, May van Schalkwyk, from the University of Edinburgh, wonders why we haven't learn lessons from the attempts to control big tobacco compan…

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Episode 55 - Transform Your Site into a Lead-Generation Powerhouse 1:20:01

4M ago1:20:01

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In this session, we dive into the 10 critical elements that can significantly enhance your website's conversion rates and turn more visitors into leads and customers. We'll also cover how to create your ideal customer avatar to ensure your messaging resonates with the right audience. Additionally, we’ll walk through real-life website optimization e…

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Episode 54 - Winning Back-to-Back NADRA Awards with Clark Crosson of Crosstek Construction 28:38

4M ago28:38

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In this episode of the Fence and Deck Mastery Podcast, Alex Danner sits down with Clark Crosson, owner of Crosstek Construction in Alabama, who won back-to-back first-place awards at the NADRA Summit in the Closed Porch category. Clark shares his journey as a general contractor, his shift from managing a team to running a solo operation, and his ap…

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Prehabilitation before surgery, alcohol's impact on clinical care, and life after a cardiac arrest 40:40

4M ago40:40

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Exercise and a better diet, prior to surgery, can improve outcomes. Daniel McIsaac, a professor of anaesthesiology from the University of Ottowa and lead author of that research, joins us to talk about getting those results into practice. Julia Sinclair, professor of addiction psychiatry at the University of Southampton, explains how the NHS has lo…

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Can a deal be done to keep the US in the WHO? 29:31

4M ago29:31

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US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order to withdraw the US out of the WHO. This would cut funding for the UN’s medical agency by one-fifth. Will they really exit, or can a deal be made? Lawrence Gostin hopes so, and as a professor of law at Georgetown, and director of the World Health Organisation Collaborating Center on National an…

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Episode 53 - Digital Marketing Best Practices for Deck Builders 1:38:28

4M ago1:38:28

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Unlock the full potential of your digital marketing strategy with Alex Danner, CEO and Founder of Fence and Deck Marketers, in collaboration with Deckorators. This insightful webinar dives deep into the essentials of building a strong online presence and driving leads for your fencing and decking business. Topics Covered: Alex's proven Hierarchy of…

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Episode 52 - Building Award-Winning Decks: Jonathan Moeller’s Success at the NADRA Summit 39:57

4M ago39:57

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In this inspiring episode of the Fence and Deck Mastery Podcast, host Alex Danner interviews Jonathan Moeller, owner of Colorado Custom Covers and Decks and a multi-award winner at the 2024 NADRA Summit. Jonathan shares his journey from new construction to crafting custom outdoor living spaces, including the story behind his five NADRA awards this …

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Episode 51 - Why You Should Offer Financing - Larry Collins with HFS Financial 38:16

5M ago38:16

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In this episode of the Fence and Deck Mastery Podcast, host Alex Danner sits down with Larry Collins, President of HFS Financial, to discuss the transformative power of offering financing options for contractors. With over 30 years of experience in the financial industry, Larry shares how HFS Financial is helping contractors close more deals, grow …

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Conviviality and TV doctors, polar bear tales, and Christmas research 41:06

5M ago41:06

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In the last podcast of 2024, Richard Smith, former editor of The BMJ and head of UKHACC will be making the case for being more convivial. Tina Korownyk, professor of family medicine at the University of Alberta is the ghost of Christmas past for TV doctors. Tim Feeny and Navjoyt Ladher take us through this year's Christmas research papers. And fina…

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Episode 50 - Jon Irwin on Building a 5M+ Following 56:01

5M ago56:01

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In this episode of the Fence and Deck Mastery Podcast, host Alex Danner interviews Jon Irwin, co-founder of Revive Media and creator of Revive Home Tips, with over 5 million followers across social media platforms. Jonathan shares his inspiring journey from running a construction business to becoming a social media powerhouse, helping brands and co…

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Episode 49 - How To Build a Showroom with Zach Grist at Piedmont Decks 34:37

5M ago34:37

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In this episode of the Fence and Deck Mastery Podcast, host Alex Danner interviews Zach Grist, founder of Piedmont Decks, a rapidly growing deck and outdoor living company in North Carolina. Starting his business in 2023, Zach has achieved remarkable growth, tripling revenue in just one year and crossing the $1 million mark—a milestone many contrac…

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Big food infiltration of UK Schools, and chocolate consumption and diabetes 32:56

5M ago32:56

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Conflicts of interest harm health, and a new investigation uncovers the infiltration of big food manufacturers into UK schools. Emma Wilkinson reports on that investigation. Kamran and Rebecca Coombes, head of journalism, discuss moves to reduce industry's impact on food policy in the UK. A new research paper has identified a link between eating ch…

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Episode 134: On Wisdom 20:19

6M ago20:19

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Wisdom is gained from personal experience and is often paired with pain because of it. This is our journey that is to be embraced. #YMH5 Support the podcast: https://PhilLarson.net/supportBy MakerBox Media LLC

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Episode 48 - From Marine Corps to National Sales Leader: Scot Sheffield’s Fortress Journey 52:21

6M ago52:21

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In this episode of the Fence & Deck Mastery Podcast, host Alex Danner talks with Scot Sheffield, National Sales Director of Wholesale at Fortress Building Products, a company recognized as one of Dallas’s Mid-Market 50 Fastest Growing Companies for two years running, with revenues under $750 million. Scott shares his journey from a construction wor…

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Episode 9: Polaris Dawn Touchdown with Astronauts Sarah Gillis & Anna Menon 33:04

6M ago33:04

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Astronauts Sarah Gillis and Anna Menon share their incredible journey on the Polaris Dawn Mission! Listen in as they answer questions about testing space suits, medical experiments the Polaris Dawn team conducted, their first-ever commercial space walk 1,400KM above the Earth, whether it's easier to enter or exit our Earth's atmosphere, and what it…

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"Incredibly distressing and incredibly dangerous"- David Miliband on healthcare attacks, and staff turnover effect on patient outcomes 33:19

6M ago33:19

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In today’s episode, new research, which has looked at the impact staff turnover is having on patient outcomes. Giuseppe Moscelli, associate professor at the University of Surrey joins Navjoyt Ladher to explain more. Also, every year the BMJ has a Christmas appeal - and this year we have chosen the International Rescue Committee as our partner. To t…

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Episode 47 - From House Flipping to $2.5M in Coastal Construction with Grant Smith 45:35

6M ago45:35

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In this episode of the Fence & Deck Mastery Podcast, host Alex Danner sits down with Grant Smith, owner of SimpleSide Construction, a thriving business in the Outer Banks of North Carolina. At just 34 years old, Grant has scaled his company to $2.5 million in revenue over nine years, serving one of the harshest coastal environments in the U.S. Gran…

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How MSF maintains neutrality in conflict zones 32:14

6M ago32:14

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This week we’re at the World Innovation Summit for Health, where we’re a media partner - the meeting is focussing on conflict, equity and resilience. In that vein, we’re joined by Christos Christou, international president of Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) to talk about attacks on healthcare staff, and the difficulty and importance of maintaining n…

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Episode 8: Space law, policy, and preservation with Michelle Hanlon 36:56

7M ago36:56

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Co-founder, President & CEO of For All Moonkind & Executive Director of the Center for Air & Space Law at the University of Mississippi School of Law, Michelle Hanlon, discusses the fast-growing field of space law, protecting heritage sites, and the complexities of humanity's race to the Moon in this golden age of space.…

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Episode 46 - Capturing Missed Leads with Nicole Rivera from Jill’s Office 53:20

7M ago53:20

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In this episode of the Fence & Deck Mastery Podcast, host Alex Danner is joined by Nicole Rivera, Director of Sales and Marketing at Jill’s Office, a premier answering service for contractors and home service businesses. Jill’s Office helps companies in the fencing and decking industries capture leads and enhance customer service by offering 24/7 c…

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Conflict zones, women’s health research, and reimagining palliative care 37:41

7M ago37:41

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In this episode, we speak to the doctor overseeing the WHO’s emergency response for the eastern mediterranean region - including Gaza, Lebanon, Sudan and Yemen. Richard Brennan joins us to talk about protecting health services, and workers, in the escalating armed conflicts that are affecting the region. Menaka Paranathala and Emma Rourke, from The…

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Episode 45 - Building a $6M Decking Empire with John Lea of Decksouth 1:09:46

7M ago1:09:46

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In this episode of the Fence & Deck Mastery Podcast, Alex Danner sits down with John Lea, founder of Decksouth, a leading design-build company specializing in luxurious outdoor living spaces. Since its beginnings in 1998, Decksouth has grown into a $6 million operation, employing over 50 team members and servicing high-profile clients throughout th…

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Climate leadership - knowledge is power 41:08

7M ago41:08

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It’s an often cited statistic that if healthcare was a country, it would be the fifth largest carbon emitter. At The BMJ we want to change that, and move healthcare towards a more sustainable future. In this week’s episode, we’ll hear about our annual climate edition from two of The BMJ’s editors, Sophie Cook and Juliet Dobson. We’ll be diving into…

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Episode 7: The Democratization of Space with Dr. Phil Metzger Ph.D. 34:25

8M ago34:25

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Dr. Metzger discusses newly developing fields that combine Planetary and Space Science with engineering and economics and how YOU can plan your trajectory into the space industry.By Holly Melear and Chris Larson

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Getting science into policy for gun control and NHS reform 21:34

8M ago21:34

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How science can be transformed into policy? One of the seemingly intractable issues when it comes to legislative change in the US is gun control. One reason policy change is so difficult, is the US specific evidence vacuum, but that’s beginning to change. We're joined by Louis Klarevas, an academic at the University of Colombia and author of the bo…

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Nutrition for health and conflicts of interests 21:49

8M ago21:49

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Under-nutrition harms health, but so does over-nutrition. The Bill and Melinda Gate’s foundation has just released their Goalkeepers' report - highlighting the detrimental impact that poor nutrition is having on children’s health. Rasa Izadnegahdar, director of Maternal, Newborn, Child Nutrition & Health at the foundation joins us to explain how th…

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Episode 44 - Google Maps Pack Domination 52:57

8M ago52:57

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Ready to rise to the top of local search results? Hosted by Alex Danner, founder and CEO of Fence & Deck Marketers, this episode will give you all the tools and strategies to claim your spot in the Google Map Pack and stand out in 2024! 🔎 What you'll learn: 1️⃣ Latest Google Map Listing updates: Stay ahead with the newest changes to how Google rank…

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Episode 43 - From Crown Molding to Tropical Hardwoods: Laura Basili’s Journey with Brazilian Lumber 49:33

8M ago49:33

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In this episode of the Fence & Deck Mastery Podcast, Alex Danner sits down with Laura Basili, better known as the Real Deck Diva on Instagram and co-founder of Brazilian Lumber. Laura shares her fascinating journey of how a chance project in interior remodeling led to the creation of a thriving business specializing in tropical hardwoods like Ipe, …

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Episode 6: Space Medicine with guest Dr. Shawna Pandya 32:54

8M ago32:54

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Scientist, Astronaut, Aquanaut, Martial Artist, and Space Medicine and Extreme expert Dr. Pandya discusses her upcoming suborbital launch with the International Institute for Astronautical Sciences (IIAS) and Virgin Galactic and how her research will benefit science and space medicine. We'll delve into her training and what specific life lessons sh…

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