Latest Bestplaces Podcast Episodes

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City Songs - BestPlaces Podcast Episode #20

BestPlaces Podcast - June 15, 2022 17:00 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratings
A fun podcast about our favorite "City Songs" - songs that are about a particular city in the U.S. More info at https://www.bestplaces.net Compare cities at https://www.bestplaces.net/compare-ci... Share your thoughts and insights on the places you've lived! Support the show

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Natural Disasters

BestPlaces Podcast - May 20, 2022 01:00 - 49 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratings
Some regions are known to be prone to hurricanes, and some are more likely to have earthquakes or tornados.  Which places have the best tradeoffs between the various hazards, and can be known as the safest places for natural disasters? Nick Arnold and the rest of the team offer their expertise ...

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Find Your Best Place Quiz - Tutorial and Walkthrough

BestPlaces Podcast - April 12, 2022 14:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratings
Are you looking to relocate but don't know where to move, or if the city you've picked is best for you? We've done all the research for you based on your preferences. This quiz was built using our Location-based Artificial Neural Architecture (LANA) and with the help of our 30 years of experienc...

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Mailbag #4 - User Questions Answered

BestPlaces Podcast - April 11, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 2 ratings
Demographic wizards Bert and Bertrand Sperling, Nick Arnold, and Al Olsen answer user questions and help them find their ideal place to live in the United States. More info at https://www.bestplaces.net Take the quiz at https://www.bestplaces.net/fybp/ Support the show

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Mailbag #3 - Lightning Round - User Questions Answered

BestPlaces Podcast - April 10, 2022 15:00 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratings
Demographic wizards Bert and Bertrand Sperling, Nick Arnold, and Al Olsen answer user questions and help them find their ideal place to live in the United States. More info at https://www.bestplaces.net Take the quiz at https://www.bestplaces.net/fybp/ Support the show

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Mailbag #2 - User Questions Answered

BestPlaces Podcast - April 08, 2022 21:00 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratings
Demographic wizards Bert and Bertrand Sperling, Nick Arnold, and Al Olsen answer user questions and help them find their ideal place to live in the United States. More info at https://www.bestplaces.net Take the quiz at https://www.bestplaces.net/fybp/ Support the show

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Mailbag #1 - User Questions Answered

BestPlaces Podcast - March 24, 2022 01:00 - 44 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratings
Demographic wizards Bert and Bertrand Sperling, Nick Arnold, and Al Olsen answer user questions and help them find their ideal place to live in the United States. More info at https://www.bestplaces.net Take the quiz at https://www.bestplaces.net/fybp/ Support the show

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SuperMap Unleashed!

BestPlaces Podcast - February 17, 2022 18:00 - 49 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratings
Cartographer Nick Arnold provides a detailed walkthrough tutorial for the newest BestPlaces.net feature - the interactive and revolutionary SuperMap. Try out the new SuperMap at https://www.bestplaces.net/find/    Support the show

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The Great Reshuffling

BestPlaces Podcast - February 11, 2022 18:00 - 40 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratings
The BestPlaces crew talks about the great #reshuffling in America brought about by Covid through the lens of current #news articles. Support the show

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Rent-Burdened Zip Codes with Amye Cutlip - BestPlaces podcast #10

BestPlaces Podcast - February 05, 2022 18:00 - 55 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratings
 Many Americans across the country can agree on one thing - rent is too darn high. In fact, millions of renters are considered cost-burdened or extremely cost-burdened. According to the Department of Housing and Urban Development, renters paying over 30% of their income on housing are cost-burde...

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Predictions for 2022

BestPlaces Podcast - January 27, 2022 22:00 - 51 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratings
Bert, Al, Nick, and Bertrand go through all the BestPlaces.net data categories and topics to give their predictions on what will happen in 2022. More info at https://www.bestplaces.net Compare cities at https://www.bestplaces.net/compare-cities/ Share your thoughts and insights on the places yo...

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Education in America

BestPlaces Podcast - December 14, 2021 18:00 - 52 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratings
The BestPlaces team talks about education in the United States - which places have the best schools, and how data about schooling and education is collected and what it all means. Support the show

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2021 Midyear Review

BestPlaces Podcast - September 03, 2021 19:00 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratings
Bert, Nick, and Bertrand give an update on 2021 through the lens of #bestplaces, #demographics, and #data. Support the show

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Climate Change

BestPlaces Podcast - August 17, 2021 17:00 - 55 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratings
In this episode, the BestPlaces crew discusses climate change, whether it's human-caused, and what we can and should do about it. Welcome to the https://www.bestplaces.net podcast with #BestPlaces founder Bert Sperling and team members Nick Arnold, Bertrand Sperling, and Al Olsen. More info at...

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Happiest Places

BestPlaces Podcast - July 28, 2021 20:00 - 50 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratings
In this episode, the #BestPlaces crew discusses #happiest places in #America and the world.  They also delve into what it means to be happy and how to achieve happiness. Welcome to the https://www.bestplaces.net podcast with #BestPlaces founder Bert Sperling and team members Nick Arnold, Bertra...

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Demographic Trends

BestPlaces Podcast - July 21, 2021 19:00 - 53 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratings
In this episode, the #BestPlaces.net team discusses current #demographics trends in different #cities and areas of the United States. There's a trivia question near the end, and the first person who answers it correctly in the comments wins a free one-year Premium subscription to www.BestPlaces...

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What is the American Dream?

BestPlaces Podcast - July 14, 2021 19:00 - 42 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratings
What is the American Dream?  How has it changed?  Is it still attainable for the average person and #family? The #BestPlaces team discusses this important topic in a modern context. Leave your questions in the comments! #realestate More info at https://www.bestplaces.net Compare cities at ht...

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Crypto and NFTs

BestPlaces Podcast - July 07, 2021 18:00 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratings
What is #cryptocurrency?  What does it offer that fiat currency doesn’t? Does anyone actually use it, or is it just an investment instrument? What’s so good about the #blockchain?  Why are people so passionate about it? How about power consumption for mining bitcoin?  Connection to illegal a...

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When Will the Housing Bubble Burst?

BestPlaces Podcast - June 30, 2021 22:00 - 40 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratings
When was the last housing bubble and what caused it? Where are we now as far as prices?  Percentage increases, etc.? Will the bubble popping look different in different areas? When will the bubble pop and what will that look like? Will there be a warning/downward trend or will it be sudden?...

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Are Big Cities Dead?

BestPlaces Podcast - June 23, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 2 ratings
The Covid-19 pandemic may mean big changes for where we live and work... Will things be different?  Is NYC dead?  San Fran? What will happen to the big #cities?  Stronger or weaker?) Are there some big cities that will see a big improvement? Will we snap back as if from a bad dream? What ha...

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WE ARE VB - Jennifer Dye

I Love VB Podcast - June 01, 2021 11:00 - 47 minutes
Episode 5 - WE ARE VB is a local non profit whose goal is to help every high school student in Virginia Beach who is considered homeless or at risk. They work to help these students meet their basic needs, knock down barriers in their education, and provide hope for their future. In this episode...

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PaperDolls Design - April Foster

I Love VB Podcast - May 17, 2021 12:00 - 47 minutes
Episode 4 - PaperDolls Design is a custom stationary and digital design company. Designer, April Foster started her business 10 years ago and has since created thousands of designs for clients and businesses. She has a degree in Industrial Design and worked as a textile designer before taking he...

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DJ West Entertainment - Wes and Shina Madison

I Love VB Podcast - April 30, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour
Episode 3 - Wes and Shina Madison own DJ West Entertainment and A Party Booth by Shina. As an entertainment company, they offer DJ services and the photo booth rental to weddings, parties, and special events. Wes and Shina share how hard things were in the early years of business and how walking...

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The Doctor's In - Dr. David Werwath

I Love VB Podcast - April 14, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour
Episode 2 - Dr. David Werwath owns The Doctor’s In - a medical clinic that provides primary and urgent care as well as many other medical services. We follow Dr. Dave’s journey through med school to opening up a medical business of his own. He shares some deeply personal challenges that he has o...

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Bros Fish Tacos - Jacob Harver

I Love VB Podcast - March 30, 2021 12:00 - 56 minutes
This episode shares the story of how a food truck turned into a brick and mortar storefront. Jacob Harver is the creator/owner of the wildly popular restaurant, Bros Fish Tacos. This business was born out of a crossroads moment in Jacob’s career and he hasn’t looked back since. Both Jacob and hi...

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Wave Riding Vehicles - LG Shaw

I Love VB Podcast - December 21, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour
Episode 20 - Wave Riding Vehicles is your hometown surf shop and the largest builder of boards on the east coast. Established in 1967, WRV has grown it’s brand world wide in the last 50 years and its global head quarters is located right here, in Virginia Beach. In this episode, we sit down with...

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Benevolent Design Co. - Patrick Ryan

I Love VB Podcast - December 02, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour
Episode 19 - Patrick Ryan discovered his talent for creative handiwork as a young boy in early elementary school. He was a self taught carpenter and painter and was challenged by his internal desire to grow in his learning. Patrick has been able to follow his passion and create his own business ...

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Emily Weddings + Events - Emily Petersen

I Love VB Podcast - November 11, 2020 12:00 - 48 minutes
Episode 18 - Emily Weddings + Events is a full service event planning company that guarantees that your special day will be memorable for all the right reasons. Emily Petersen shares with us how she started her business and how her previous jobs were setting her up for success as she launched ou...

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Jars of Dust - Mallorie Terranova

I Love VB Podcast - October 21, 2020 17:40 - 1 hour
Episode 17 - Jars of Dust is a handcrafted line of functional ceramics designed and created by Mallorie Terranova. Her designs are beautiful, timeless & inspire an appreciation for quality goods made by hand. In this episode, we follow Mallorie’s journey as a studio art major in college as she d...

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Town Center Office Suites - Joash Schulman

I Love VB Podcast - September 28, 2020 14:31 - 50 minutes
Episode 16 - Joash Schulman owns and operates Town Center Office Suites - a professional office space providing businesses with a postal address and all the amenities a thriving business center has to offer. While continuing to practice law, Joash has taken over the day to day operations of runn...