The Grist Mill

In this episode, Ken shows a sample website including some simple database application built with the vibe coding platform Replit. It shows and discusses how to set up Replit, some of the core features, the licensing models and the project itself.  This podcast is better to view on the podcast YouTube channel based on the fact it is a visual training session.   

In this episode, which was a tad rushed at the end because Biscuit, Ken's dog, was scratching at the door :), Ken reviews some of the typical items to be aware of during a typical business week. This includes earnings releases, key product announcements or speeches from CEO's, Federal Reserve Bank actions or meeting minutes, and discussions via the government relating to important trade topics such as tariffs.   

In this episode, Ken describes the value of continuous learning and some options for doing so, primarily in the technology field.  Resources mentioned include LinkedIn Learning, Database, Wolfram, Adobe and Canva.  The podcast briefly also touches on the value of online badging and promoting one's accomplishments on business social media.  

In this podcast, Ken reviews some suggestions for effective online meetings.   This includes items like preparation, respecting time, appropriate attire, posture and language, insuring one uses proper titles and etiquette when referring to other parties, and some other do's and don'ts.   We hope the recommendations are beneficial.   

In this episode, Ken discussed two topics, both based on recent CNBC articles.   One is the need to upskill in AI given the trend towards lower hiring levels for college grad type roles, if not all roles, in a company.   The second article was one about the value of learning and using the names of those around you, for the purpose of making human connections.   The podcast closes by making the point that those who are able to do both of these things position themselves well for career advancement in the future.  

In this episode, Ken walks through the process of writing the chords for a song.   There are elements of discussion about song forms (this song is INTRO - CHORUS - VERSE - CHORUS - VERSE - BRIDGE - ALTERNATE VERSION OF CHORUS).  This is an episode of the podcast specifically designed for musicians writing songs -- others might enjoy it but we do want to set expectations for who might benefit most from this specific material.

The goal of the podcast is to show how to use chords and progressions in a song -- this song has a decent variety of chord progressions -- to strive for uniqueness and a level of in intrigue in one's writing.  There is obviously a balance (some level of the listener getting what they expect to hear vs. some surprises along the way) in this, the episode tries to cover some of those topics.   The use of suspensions and the value of creating an alternate chorus to end the piece in a bit of a surprising manner are also touched upon in the episode.

In this episode, Ken speaks about his experience in the National Science Foundation I-Corps project exploring educational technology, the need to strive for continuous improvement and change in business, four historical examples of companies who did not adapt to change, and closes with some positive suggestions about how the higher educational industry can leverage their strengths and maximize opportunities to thrive and add value to students and society.