The Best Dam Podcast

Welcome to "The Best Dam Podcast," In today's episode, our host, Jill Lagan, dives into the world of solar energy in Nevada with our guest, Stephen Hamile, COO and Renewable Energy Advocate of Sol-Up. In this episode, we'll explore:the vast potential of solar powerthe intricacies of investor-owned utilities versus co-ops, and the future of solar technology. Stephen shares insights on integrating solar energy with utility companies, cutting-edge advancements in battery tech, and the importance of consumer education. We'll also touch on recent legislative efforts to protect consumers from deceptive solar sales practices and the vital role of net metering in making solar installations feasible. Join us as we uncover how Nevada can harness its abundant sunshine to pave the way for a sustainable energy future.DISCUSSION  POINTSRedefining Solar Energy — [00:01:47 → 00:01:55]Solar Energy Considerations — [00:03:36 → 00:03:46]Innovative Solar Solutions — Stephen Hamile [00:05:35 → 00:05:53]Battery Storage Insights — [00:12:09 → 00:12:20]Solar Industry Reformation Efforts — [00:18:58 → 00:19:11]Exposing Solar Scams — [00:20:06 → 00:20:22]The Challenges of Choosing a Solar Company — [00:21:45 → 00:21:56]Rising Utility Costs — [00:28:20 → 00:28:31]Lack of Transparency in Utility Practices — [00:32:22 → 00:32:32]Understanding Utility Rate Differences — [00:35:05 → 00:35:11]LEARN MOREClick here to learn more about Stephen and Sol-Up, http://www.solup.com/KEYWORDSStephen Hamile, Sol-up, Solar Energy, Nevada Solar Potential, Solar Technology Integration, Jill Lagan, Boulder City Chamber of Commerce, The Best Dam Podcast, Podcast Interview#StephenHamile #Sol-up #SolarEnergy #NevadaSolarPotential #SolarTechnologyIntegration, #BoulderCity #JillLagan #BCNVChamber2024 #TheBestDamPodcast #PodcastInterviewCREDITSThe Best Dam Podcast is a Boulder City Chamber of Commerce podcast production.This episode is sponsored by the i & i Podcast & Music Studio. Be Heard.Music for the Best Dam Podcast was created by ZakharValaha from Pixabay.

Welcome to a brand-new episode of "The Best Dam Podcast"! In today's episode, our host, Jill Lagan, sits down with the dynamic Justin Cohen, CEO and founder of BTV Marketing Group. Justin shares insights into BTV's mission of fostering business growth while serving the community, highlighting exciting projects like their collaboration with Opportunity 180 to improve school choice accessibility for parents.We'll dive deep into topics like the importance of parental engagement in education, the impact of well-informed school choices, and the role of technology and AI in content generation. Justin also offers a personal glimpse into his upbringing and career journey, emphasizing the joy of giving back and the value of strong community ties.DISCUSSION  POINTSLeadership Challenges and Opportunities — [00:03:09 → 00:03:19]Networking in Business — [00:07:53 → 00:07:56]The Rapid Evolution of AI — [00:09:27 → 00:09:36]The Pitfalls of AI-Generated Content — [00:10:28 → 00:10:44]Balancing Business and Parenthood — [00:12:30 → 00:12:40]Supporting Community Growth — [00:13:22 → 00:13:38]Living in The Most Exciting City in America — [00:27:15 → 00:27:18]The Historic Core of Boulder City — [00:33:09 → 00:33:34]Adventure Paradise — [00:35:33 → 00:35:53]Exploring Boulder City's Hidden Gems — [00:37:21 → 00:37:34]LEARN MOREClick here to learn more about Justin and the BTV Marketing Group [https://www.btvmarketing.com/]KEYWORDSJustin Cohen, BTV Marketing Group, Opportunity 180, Jill Lagan, Boulder City Chamber of Commerce, The Best Dam Podcast#JustinCohen #BTVMarketingGroup #Opportunity180 #Jill Lagan #BoulderCity #BCNVChamber2024 #TheBestDamPodcastCREDITSThe Best Dam Podcast is a Boulder City Chamber of Commerce podcast production.This episode is sponsored by the i & i Podcast & Music Studio. Be Heard.Music for the Best Dam Podcast was created by ZakharValaha from Pixabay.

Jill Lagan, and The Best Dam Podcastwelcomes Jason Schrock, Principal of Martha P. King Elementary School. Jill and Jason explore the unique dynamics that make Boulder City’s schools thrive, from passionate community support to visionary educational programs like "WIN Time" that cater to every student's academic needs.Jason shares insights on hiring practices, emphasizing the importance of community connections, and highlights the success of Boulder City's specialized education programs. They discuss the area’s supportive environment, the innovative approach to teaching, and the critical role of parental involvement.You’ll also hear about financial challenges the schools face, humorous anecdotes from a principal's life, and Jason's personal journey into education.DISCUSSION  POINTSThe Importance of Community Involvement in Education — [00:02:24 → 00:02:33]Addressing Educational Gaps — [00:11:37 → 00:11:52]The Value of Trust in Difficult Situations — [00:22:39 → 00:22:48]Balancing School and Home Challenges — [00:26:36 → 00:26:41]Optimistic Science Fiction — [00:33:10 → 00:33:18]The Greatest Skill for Success — [00:35:07 → 00:35:12]The Impact of Budget Cuts on School Communities — [00:39:00 → 00:39:17]The Unsung Hero in Education — [00:41:02 → 00:41:46]Challenges of Homeschool Funding — [00:50:22 → 00:50:36]Funding for Micro Schools and Homeschool Programs — [00:51:12 → 00:51:28]LEARN MOREClick here to learn more about Jason and the Martha P. King Elementary School.KEYWORDSJason Schrock, Martha P. King Elementary School, Jill Lagan, Boulder City Chamber of Commerce, The Best Dam Podcast#JasonSchrock #MarthaPKingElementarySchool #BoulderCity #BCNVChamber2024 #TheBestDamPodcastCREDITSThe Best Dam Podcast is a Boulder City Chamber of Commerce podcast production.This episode is sponsored by the i & i Podcast & Music Studio. Be Heard.Music for the Best Dam Podcast was created by ZakharValaha from Pixabay.

Jill Lagan, and The Best Dam Podcastwelcomes Matt Morgan, the Artistic Director of the Nevada Shakespeare FestivalMatt, who wears many hats as a clown, actor, director, and storyteller, brings a unique approach to making Shakespeare accessible and engaging for all ages.Jill and Matt delve into his upcoming event, "Shakespeare in the Park," set for October 18th at the Boulder City Library Amphitheater, where he’s presenting a 90-minute, interactive adaptation of "Macbeth." Plus, they discuss his fascinating background in the circus, and his deep ties to a family legacy of circus performanceDISCUSSION  POINTSMake Shakespeare Fun Again: "Take him off the pedestal, rip him in half, smear him in the dirt, and then hand him back to the people." — [00:03:05 → 00:03:09]**Theater as a Living Room Experience**: "Our notion on performance is that it's like people are coming to our house and they're in our living room with us, and we wanna present theater in that way." — [00:10:19 → 00:10:28]Balancing Creativity and Management: "And that was super fun for me, and it'll be the last time I play a lead and direct a play." — [00:11:29 → 00:11:38]**The Art of Moving On in Acting**: "I finish a thing and then just may move it out and make space. And what's what's the next thing? I'm really good at that." — [00:12:15 → 00:12:20]**Shakespeare Adapted for Kids**: "We also have a summer camp program that we do called Shakes play, and we adapt Shakespeare plays, and we make them about 30 pages. And we work with kids that are from 6 to 17 years old." — [00:12:52 → 00:13:06]Turning Classrooms into Shakespearean Theaters: "Over the course of a 50 minute class, they're seeing a show and they're cold reading Shakespeare." — [00:17:35 → 00:17:40]Shakespeare for Modern Kids: "Shakespeare's not boring, it's not stuffy, it's not lame, and it's not old. You can make it new and make it relevant to you and your life and your jokes and your friends and whatever it is that you're interested in." — [00:17:53 → 00:18:04]"Life-Changing Circus Experience": "I was a graduate of the Ringling Brothers, and I traveled with the Ringling Brothers Circus for 2 years, sleeping and living on a train and traveling the country, performing over 500 shows a year." —  [00:22:08 → 00:22:22]Discovering Circus Life: "I discovered it in college. It was like, oh, I can go to clown college and learn about juggling and unicycle riding and water spitting and pie throwing and makeup and dance and character development." —  [00:26:57 → 00:27:12]LEARN MOREClick here to learn more about the Nevada Shakespeare Festival and the Free Shakespeare in the Park series across the Las Vegas valley, or on these social sites: FacebookInstagramYouTubeKEYWORDSMatt Morgan, Nevada Shakespeare Festival, Shakespeare in the Park, Jill Lagan, Boulder City Chamber of Commerce, The Best Dam Podcast#MattMorgan #NevadaShakespeareFestival #ShakespeareinthePark #BoulderCity #BCNVChamber2024 #TheBestDamPodcastCREDITSThe Best Dam Podcast is a Boulder City Chamber of Commerce podcast production.This episode is sponsored by the i & i Podcast & Music Studio. Be Heard.Music for the Best Dam Podcast was created by 

Jill Lagan, and The Best Dam Podcastwelcomes Seth Grabel, Magician and Entertainer, Real Estate Entrepreneur, and Family Man. Seth shares his fascinating journey from learning the art of movement and entertainment from his belly dancer mother to becoming a celebrated magician and venturing into the world of real estate.We dive into Seth's unique approach to merging his passion for magic with his real estate business, and how he uses his magical talents to diffuse tension in negotiations. Seth also opens up about the significance of reevaluating habits in sports, magic, and business, reflecting on life lessons learned from both performing on stage and working in real estate. And he discusses his family's exciting travels, their innovative entrepreneurial ventures, and the importance of giving back to the community.DISCUSSION  POINTSHow Seth's background in learning movement and entertainment from his mother influenced his approach to magic and performance.The parallels between Seth Grabel's interest in magic and his son’s participation in ballet and tap dancing, and how they reflect on family traditions & interests in the arts.Boulder City's community support for young entrepreneurs, and the impact these programs have on the future of local businesses.The importance of forming good habits, and the role it plays in the success of an entertainer like Seth, as well as in other professions.The use of magic in a business setting, like real estate, to help in diffusing tension during negotiations.Seth's transition from focusing on performing magic to investing in real estate to spend more time with his family, and how he balances these professional interests while maintaining personal priorities.LEARN MOREClick here to learn more about Seth's magic work on his website at https://sethgrabel.com/ or on these social sites: FacebookInstagram Click here to visit to learn more about Seth's real estate practice on the Grabel Real Estate website, or on Facebook.KEYWORDSSeth Grabel, Magician and Entertainer, Real Estate Entrepreneur, Jill Lagan, Boulder City Chamber of Commerce, The Best Dam Podcast#SethGrabel #MagicianandEntertainer #RealEstateEntrepreneur #BoulderCity #BCNVChamber2024 #TheBestDamPodcastCREDITSThe Best Dam Podcast is a Boulder City Chamber of Commerce podcast production.This episode is sponsored by the i & i Podcast & Music Studio. Be Heard.Music for the Best Dam Podcast was created by ZakharValaha from Pixabay.

Jill Lagan, and The Best Dam Podcastwelcomes Brooke Kaplan, the inspiring founder of Mozart's Organic Bakery.Brooke shares her incredible journey from being a double major in children's theater and political history to becoming a successful entrepreneur in the baking industry.Brooke talks about the challenges and triumphs of running a business, the importance of family values, and the lessons in integrity and character passed down from her parents. You'll hear about her love for the Boulder City community, her dedication to sourcing local ingredients, and her exciting plans to expand Mozart's Organic Bakery. DISCUSSION  POINTSGenerations of Baking History as a 4th generation baker. The Craftsman Mentality.The True Impact of Baking Naturally.The Hidden Cost of Organic Flour.The Key to Entrepreneurial SuccessVegan Alternatives in BakingNavigating Nerves and InteractionThe Power of Compassion in BusinessPlans for Expansion LEARN MOREClick here to learn more about Mozart’s Organic Bakery on their website, or on these social sites: FacebookInstagramKEYWORDSBrooke Kaplan, Mozart’s Organic Bakery, Jill Lagan, Boulder City Chamber of Commerce, The Best Dam Podcast#BrookeKaplan #Mozart’sOrganicBakery #BoulderCity #BCNVChamber2024 #TheBestDamPodcastCREDITSThe Best Dam Podcast is a Boulder City Chamber of Commerce podcast production.This episode is sponsored by the i & i Podcast & Music Studio. Be Heard.Music for the Best Dam Podcast was created by ZakharValaha from Pixabay.

We hope that you enjoyed the 2024 Spring Jamboree here in beautiful Boulder City, Nevada.The Spring Jamboree, which has been held since 1977,  is considered by many to be Boulder City's first major public festival of the year. We had the pleasure of interviewing a cross-section of artisans, board members, and volunteer associations  that help to make this public festival the success that it is.Our guests on this segment of The Best Dam Podcast are Dave & Valeri Olsen.Dave & Valerie are long time resident of Boulder City, they are active in the community, and are passionate voluteers at the Boulder city Chamber of Commerce.Dave & Valerie share their journey of over two decades in Boulder City, from their pivotal roles as volunteers for the Spring Jamboree to their favorite local hangouts and cherished memories.LEARN MOREClick here to learn more about the Boulder City Chamber of Commerce.Click here to find The Best Dam Podcast on our website. You can also find us on your favorite Podcast Directory by searching for The Best Dam Podcast.Dave Olsen, Valerie Olsen, Community Volunteers, Spring Jamboree, Boulder City Chamber of Commerce, The Best Dam Podcast#DaveOlsen #ValerieOlsen #CommunityVolunteers #SpringJamboree #BoulderCityChamberofCommerce #TheBestDamPodcastCREDITSThe Best Dam Podcast is a Boulder City Chamber of Commerce podcast production.This episode is sponsored by the i & i Podcast & Music Studio. Be Heard.Music for the Best Dam Podcast was created by ZakharValaha from Pixabay.

We hope that you enjoyed the 2024 Spring Jamboree here in beautiful Boulder City, Nevada.The Spring Jamboree, which has been held since 1977,  is considered by many to be Boulder City's first major public festival of the year. We had the pleasure of interviewing a cross-section of artisans, board members, and volunteer associations  that help to make this public festival the success that it is.Our guest on this segment of The Best Dam Podcast is Rachelle Ruiseco. Rachelle emceed for day #1 of the 2024 Spring Jamboree. She is also the 2024 Miss Nevada Collegiate America, and will be competing at the 2024 Miss Collegiate America Pageant. Rachelle attends the College of Southern Nevada, and is styding to be a surgical technician. We dive into Rachelle's inspiring journey, from her touching personal motivations to pursue a career in surgical technology, to her role in the sisterhood of the Miss Nevada Collegiate Organization. Discover how a chance encounter at the Boulder City Christmas Parade led Rachelle to become a beloved volunteer for the Boulder City Chamber of Commerce. NEXT STEPSTo learn more about Rachelle and Miss NV Collegiate America, visit their Instagram page at https://www.instagram.com/missnvcollegiateamerica/ .LEARN MOREClick here to learn more about the Boulder City Chamber of Commerce.Click here to find The Best Dam Podcast on our website. You can also find us on your favorite Podcast Directory by searching for The Best Dam Podcast.Rachelle Ruiseco, Miss NV Collegiate America, Spring Jamboree, Boulder City Chamber of Commerce, The Best Dam Podcast#RachelleRuiseco #MissNVCollegiateAmerica #SpringJamboree #BoulderCityChamberofCommerce #TheBestDamPodcastCREDITSThe Best Dam Podcast is a Boulder City Chamber of Commerce podcast production.This episode is sponsored by the i & i Podcast & Music Studio. Be Heard.Music for the Best Dam Podcast was created by ZakharValaha from Pixabay.

We hope that you enjoyed the 2024 Spring Jamboree here in beautiful Boulder City, Nevada.The Spring Jamboree, which has been held since 1977,  is considered by many to be Boulder City's first major public festival of the year. We had the pleasure of interviewing a cross-section of artisans, board members, and volunteer associations  that help to make this public festival the success that it is.Our guest on this segment of The Best Dam Podcast is Professor George Rhee, Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Nevada Las Vegas, and climate advocate, with Boulder City Climate Action.Approximately ten years ago, recognizing the urgent need for action on climate change, Professor Rhee shifted his focus to this critical issue. In addition to transforming his teaching and research to address climate concerns, he played a pivotal role in establishing the Utility Advisory Committee in Boulder City. This citizens committee, which convenes quarterly in council chambers, works to guide the community on sustainable and responsible utility management.NEXT STEPSTo learn more about the Boulder City Climate Action visit their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/groups/bc.climate.action, and join the conversation.LEARN MOREClick here to learn more about the Boulder City Chamber of Commerce.Click here to find The Best Dam Podcast on our website. You can also find us on your favorite Podcast Directory by searching for The Best Dam Podcast.Professor George Rhee, UNLV, Boulder City Climate Action, Spring Jamboree, Boulder City Chamber of Commerce, The Best Dam Podcast#ProfessorGeorgeRhee #BoulderCityClimateAction #SpringJamboree #BoulderCityChamberofCommerce #TheBestDamPodcastCREDITSThe Best Dam Podcast is a Boulder City Chamber of Commerce podcast production.This episode is sponsored by the i & i Podcast & Music Studio. Be Heard.Music for the Best Dam Podcast was created by ZakharValaha from Pixabay.

Jill Lagan, and The Best Dam Podcastwelcomes Casey Hovermale,  Market Growth Manager at Archwell Health.Casey, and the Team at Archwell health are innovative leaders in the field of senior healthcare, which is dedicated to revolutionizing the experience of primary care for older adults. Focused on creating a comprehensive, one-stop shop for seniors, Archwell's healthcare centers are designed to facilitate a wide range of medical services under one roof. DISCUSSION  POINTSThe Archwell Health’s approach to senior healthcare and how it differs from traditional healthcare providers.How value-based care is a distinguishing factor for Archwell Health. The key differences between value-based care and fee-for-service care, and why might value-based care be more effective for seniors.The role and importance of care navigators and care coordinators in Archwell Health’s model. The impact that having social workers and activity centers at healthcare facilities has on senior patients.Archwell Health's transportation services and the importance of making healthcare accessible. The significance of having healthcare providers like Archwell Health participating in community events and activities. LEARN MOREClick here to learn more about ArchWell Health on their website, or on these social sites: FacebookLinkedIn InstagramKEYWORDSCasey Hovermale, Archwell Health, Senior Care, Jill Lagan, Boulder City Chamber of Commerce, The Best Dam Podcast#CaseyHovermale #ArchwellHealth #SeniorCare #BoulderCity #BoulderCityChamberofCommerce #TheBestDamPodcastCREDITSThe Best Dam Podcast is a Boulder City Chamber of Commerce podcast production.This episode is sponsored by the i & i Podcast & Music Studio. Be Heard.Music for the Best Dam Podcast was created by ZakharValaha from Pixabay.