Ana Filipovic Windsor was born in Croatia as a refugee in the 1990s and grew up in a post-war country of Bosnia-Herzegovina. In 2009, she received a full ride scholarship to study at United World College in Mostar, a prestigious international high school, which opened the doors for her to study in the U.S. The first time she stepped onto US soil was in 2012 when she moved to Maryland to start her studies at Hood College. Today, a graduate of business and marketing, she lives with her husband Paul and dog Zoe in Washington, D.C. where she works in the field of digital media designing websites and creating email and social media marketing strategies. She recently became an American citizen, an honor she cherishes greatly and is excited for what’s to come.

EPISODE LINKS:

Ana: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anafilipovicwindsor/

PODCAST INFO:

• Full video episodes: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3DnFZmITV1mPYGEodt3PIA
• Podcast website: https://thethorhour.podbean.com
• Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-thor-hour/id1608003989
• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1pgRxS7PVmC1Utunsx1DOr
• RSS: https://feed.podbean.com/thethorhour/feed.xml

OUTLINE:

0:00:00 - Start

0:02:51 - Born as a refugee in Croatia

0:11:01 - The political context of Yugoslavia

0:24:21 - The scars of war

0:38:21 - Growing up in Bosnia and Herzegovina

0:50:23 - Ana’s journey to the United States

1:04:48 - Ana discovers Hood College

1:10:45 - Learning the american culture and language

1:23:23 - Experiencing America

1:43:46 - Becoming a U.S. citizen

2:05:47 - The immigrant and the american story

2:21:18 - Advice to a struggling immigrant

2:30:40 - Plans for the future

2:35:49 - Favorite things about Frederick

Miranda Darby is assistant professor of bioinformatics at Hood College.  Miranda has a Ph.D. in molecular biology and genetics from the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine.  She has a passion for studying the human genome and teaching others to do the same.   Her current research focuses on the development of computational methods to identify and quantify the expression of novel RNAs using whole genome RNA sequencing. Join us in this conversation as Miranda speaks bout the challenges and possibilities that bioinformatics holds for us.

EPISODE LINKS:

Miranda Darby - https://www.hood.edu/academics/faculty/miranda-darby

PODCAST INFO:

• Full video episodes: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3DnFZmITV1mPYGEodt3PIA
• Podcast website: https://thethorhour.podbean.com
• Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-thor-hour/id1608003989
• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1pgRxS7PVmC1Utunsx1DOr
• RSS: https://feed.podbean.com/thethorhour/feed.xml

OUTLINE:

0:00:00 - Start

0:11:06 - What is sequencing and why is it important?

0:14:26 - What’s up with junk DNA?

0:19:52 - Miranda’s research of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder at Johns Hopkins

0:25:47 - What is the focus for the bioinformatics program at Hood College?

0:31:20 - The development of tools for bioinformatics

0:44:15 - What are the challenges in bioinformatics today?

0:55:30 - The cultural melting pot of computer and biology geeks

1:00:34 - Engineering, discovery, and pushing forward

1:05:11 - Miranda’s battle with cancer and it’s impact on her

1:15:13 - The democratization of studying bioinformatics

1:18:03 - COVID’s effect on the program

1:25:05 - What is exciting on the horizon?

1:38:22 - What is the best parts of living and working in Frederick?

Jared Bendy is a United States Capitol Police officer where he has worked since 2014. He’s the dad of 5 kids, the newest addition a month ago. When he’s not working or chasing kids around he enjoys hiking, running, and traveling.  Jared shares his experiences before, during and after the events of January 6th as a Capitol Police Officer.

EPISODE LINKS:

Jared bendy - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jared-bendy-45561a225

PODCAST INFO:

• Full video episodes: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3DnFZmITV1mPYGEodt3PIA
• Podcast website: https://thethorhour.podbean.com
• Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-thor-hour/id1608003989
• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1pgRxS7PVmC1Utunsx1DOr
• RSS: https://feed.podbean.com/thethorhour/feed.xml

OUTLINE:

0:00:00 - Start

0:02:04 - How did Jared get into policing?

0:05:59 - What is unique about being a Capitol Police Officer (USCP)

0:07:58 - Dealing with VIPs, tourists, and protesters

0:13:47 - Being part of history… Every day.

0:20:35 - Days leading up to January 6th

0:22:26 - Day of January 6th

0:40:45 - What is one thing Jared wants to share that he took from January 6th

0:46:17 - Dealing with the aftermath

0:57:38 - What will Jared tell his kids about this day?

1:03:56 - What has changed in the interaction with the public and congress?

1:11:37 - Living in Frederick

Adam Lowe was named in one of Ultra Running Magazine’s top 100 performances of 2021.  He currently resides in Martinsburg, WV and is a member of Frederick Steeplechasers Running Club.  He wears all hats when it comes to running.  Whether it is running a beer mile or 100 mile race, pacing friends of any running level, or acting as race director, he steps up for the challenge.  Having only started running in 2010 as a means of weight loss, Adam quickly transitioned in the sport to a passionate ultra runner.

EPISODE LINKS:

Adam Lowe

• #44 Ultra Running Magazine 2021: https://bit.ly/3MrJWDP
• Ultra Runs: https://bit.ly/36YL9C3
• Fire on the Mountain https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=89730
• Lock to Lock  https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=91986

PODCAST INFO:

• Full video episodes: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3DnFZmITV1mPYGEodt3PIA
• Podcast website: https://thethorhour.podbean.com
• Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-thor-hour/id1608003989
• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1pgRxS7PVmC1Utunsx1DOr
• RSS: https://feed.podbean.com/thethorhour/feed.xml

OUTLINE:

0:00:00 - Start

0:03:45 - How and why did Adam get into running?

0:06:22 - Losing 55 lbs early on!

0:10:41 - Running success and confidence

0:16:37 - Running really really really far…. Why?

0:22:28 - Running consistency.  Going on two years without missing a day.

0:23:19 - Training

0:31:07 - Favorite shoes

0:32:14 - Run solo or with others?

0:34:25 - Has overtraining ever been a problem?

0:38:55 - Adam’s 100 mile ultra

1:03:35 - Trail running vs road running.

1:07:46 - Encounters with critters on the trail

1:10:57 - Competitors or fellow racers?

1:17:05 - The running community

1:33:49 - Adam is going for the FKT on the C&O Canal!

1:38:14 - Fire on the Mountain 50k/25k

1:44:31 - The challenge of directing a race

1:48:00 - Lock 2 Lock - Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K

Nicholas Fett is the CTO of Tellor, a cryptocurrency company that enables data access for smart contracts. An economist by training, Nick formerly worked at the Bureau of Labor Statistics and the CFTC.   Join us as we talk crypto currencies, blockchain, NFT’s, and even a little about web 3.

EPISODE LINKS:

Nick Fett

• Web: https://tellor.io/
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/themandalore9
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholas-fett/
• Discord: https://discord.gg/n7drGjh
• Medium: https://medium.com/tellor/2020-year-in-review-6d47c2863ba4
• Frederick Cryptocurrency Meetup Group https://www.meetup.com/frederick-cryptocurrency-meetup-group/

PODCAST INFO:

• Full video episodes: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3DnFZmITV1mPYGEodt3PIA
• Podcast website: https://thethorhour.podbean.com
• Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-thor-hour/id1608003989
• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1pgRxS7PVmC1Utunsx1DOr
• RSS: https://feed.podbean.com/thethorhour/feed.xml

OUTLINE:

0:00:00 - Start

0:03:31 - Nick’s path to crypto

0:15:19 - Crypto is here to stay

0:19:11 - ETHDenver 2022

0:21:09 - Cryptocurrency

0:25:37 - Bitcoin’s origin story

0:28:10 - Ethereum

0:37:26 - Bitcoin value

0:43:38 - 2 Pizzas - 10,000 bitcoins

0:45:11 - What is crypto good at?

0:49:10 - Challenges for cryptocurrencies

0:52:38 - Blockchain

1:00:21 - The promise of blockchain… censorship proof.

1:11:32 - NFTs

1:13:39 - cryptopets.com

1:18:12 - Bored Ape, Richerd, celebs and NFT

1:26:14 - Web 3 and the meta verse

1:33:04 - Web 1.0, 2.0 and 3.0

1:51:05 - The most foundational concept in crypto - decentralization

1:57:11 - Why is decentralization so important?

2:03:04 - Is crypto anonymous?

2:05:55 - Crypto community tools for communication

2:09:51 - Amazing pace of innovation in finance

2:18:37 - Crypto and sanctions

2:21:42 - Tellor and oracles

2:32:29 - Tellor as part of Frederick

2:34:25 - The Tellor community

2:37:35 - Nick’s hobbies around Frederick

2:39:09 - Frederick Maryland Arm Wrestling Club

Luke Rinehart is a Frederick native and the owner & head instructor at Clinch Academy. Since beginning his training in 1983 at the age of 5 Luke has earned Black Belts in Tang Soo Do, Self-Defense Tactics & Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.  Luke has also  intensely studied Kenpo, Kickboxing, Muay Thai as well as other grappling arts outside of BJJ.  Join us as we explore Luke’s life as a martial artist and owner/instructor at Clinch Academy in Frederick, MD.

EPISODE LINKS:

Luke Rinehart

• Web http://www.clinchacademy.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stories/clinchacademy
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ClinchAcademy/
• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCohMDU_KeEf-r2yS_nYNixA/videos
• Wellspring Coaching: https://wellspringcoachingservices.com/

PODCAST INFO:

• Full video episodes: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3DnFZmITV1mPYGEodt3PIA
• Podcast website: https://thethorhour.podbean.com
• Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-thor-hour/id1608003989
• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1pgRxS7PVmC1Utunsx1DOr
• RSS: https://feed.podbean.com/thethorhour/feed.xml

OUTLINE:

0:00:00 - Start

0:06:05 - Luke gets his start at age 5

0:07:32 - Introduction to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ)

0:10:39 - Jiu-Jitsu for Self Defense vs Sport

0:16:17 - Luke’s intense training with his Dad

0:19:31 - Being a highly skilled teenage black belt

0:25:18 - Lukes experience with challengers from other styles

0:27:46 - Social life as a young black belt

0:29:40 - Luke’s unique path to mastering BJJ

0:37:07 - Luke competes to test his BJJ skills

0:37:46 - Benefits and Drawbacks of Luke’s Path

0:46:25 - Luke competes against Grappling Hall of Famer Pablo Popovitch

0:48:39 - Luke’s Training for Competitions

0:57:40 - Luke’s transition to teaching

1:01:26 - Why create an academy?

1:03:59 - Reasons why people come to Clinch and why they stay

1:08:18 - What is Clinch Academy’s philosophy?

1:13:38 - Teaching practitioners vs competitors

1:17:14 - The Camaraderie of Jiu-Jitsu

1:24:23 - Gi or no gi?

1:27:21 - What one thing would you change about UFC?

1:32:47 - What has been the impact of UFC?

1:34:42 - Teaching, training, and mentoring current UFC fighters

1:38:18 - The Clinch Community. Young, old, male, female.

1:41:33 - How has learning martial arts impacted you as a husband and father?

1:48:02 - Bringing Clinch Academy thru the Pandemic

1:50:36 - Life with family in Frederick.

1:52:26 - Have any of the kids submitted you?

1:55:34 - Favorite restaurant?

Dr. Timothy Fritz is an Associate Professor of History and chair of the history department at Mount St. Mary’s University.   Tim is a historian of race and early America and has published articles on race, religion, and the early South.  Join us as we explore pirates, their origin, their life in the past and today, and even a possible future where pirates might once again play a prominent role in the exploration of new frontiers.

EPISODE LINKS:

Dr. Timothy Fritz

- Timothy Fritz | Mount St. Mary's University - Academia.edu

- https://twitter.com/timothyfritz

- https://www.instagram.com/mounthistory

Hoppy Black Lady

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hoppyblacklady/

- Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/hoppyblacklady

PODCAST INFO:

Podcast website: https://thethorhour.podbean.com

Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-thor-hour/id1608003989

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1pgRxS7PVmC1Utunsx1DOr

RSS: https://feed.podbean.com/thethorhour/feed.xml

Full video episodes: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3DnFZmITV1mPYGEodt3PIA

OUTLINE:

0:00:00 - Introduction

0:02:28 - Getting started in history

0:08:14 - Why teach about pirates?

0:14:32 - General History of the Pyrates - good or bad pirate history?

0:18:08 - What makes a pirate?

0:22:42 - Pirates and power dynamics

0:29:03 - How do Pirates get their ships?

0:34:46 - Pirates and the slave trade

0:41:52 - The Pirate Life

0:50:11 - Blackbeard and the reputation of a pirate

0:58:17 - Were there successful pirates?

1:03:51 - The influence of pirates in culture today

1:08:34 - Why do we love pirates so much?

1:14:24 - Pirates and pop culture

1:23:06 - Real life pirates today

1:29:53 - The future of piracy… Space!

1:38:45 - Pirates and their influence on Tim

1:43:19 - Why should history matter to us today?

1:50:45 - Tim and Frederick

1:55:06 - Tim’s bourbon recommendations