Jeff's old friend and trusted-advisor Ed Darcher stops by to enjoy a beer and a discussion of his years spent ripping precious minerals from deep within the Earth. Ed shares his experiences working in the mining industry and at a wildlife refuge. They discuss the challenges and rewards of these careers, including the physical demands of mining and the rewarding aspect of helping to protect and preserve wildlife. Ed also shares his thoughts on the importance of preserving the environment and the role that individuals and industries can play in this effort. The conversation offers a unique and informative look at these diverse career paths.

Later they move into discussing their personal fears during fatherhood, the struggles of being forced to grow up, and the unexpected trajectory of their unique friendship. Ed is the best. Enjoy the show.

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Citations:

1. Caroline Ellison Likely Working with Feds Against Sam Bankman-Fried. New York Post. December 14th, 2022. Accessed: 12.15.2022. URL: https://nypost.com/2022/12/14/sam-bankman-frieds-ex-caroline-ellison-likely-works-with-feds/amp/
2. What to Know About California’s ban on Gas-powered Cars. NY Times. August 29, 2022. Accessed: 12.15.2022. URL: https://www.nytimes.com/2022/08/29/us/california-ban-gasoline-cars.html
3.  "The Gyppo System". E.B. Mittleman (December 1923). Journal of Political Economy. 31 (6): 840–851.
4. Papyrus Reveals From Where The Rocks Used To Build The Great Pyramid Came From. David Bressan. Forbes. September 28, 2017. URL: https://www.forbes.com/sites/davidbressan/2017/09/28/papyrus-reveals-from-where-the-rocks-used-to-build-the-great-pyramid-came-from/?sh=214f99f33a90

Music Credits:

• Who's to Say, Margareta.
• Luv, Bomull.
• Elimination Round, Philip Ayers.
• Earth (Light it Up), Tilden Park.
• To the Nines, American Legion.
• Actor on a Stage (Instrumental), Amos Noah.
• Still Fly, Revel...