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Black Rifle Coffee

Written on Feb, 13, 2018 by

Evan Hafer, the coffee roaster who pledged to hire 10,000 veterans in response to Starbucks’ pledge to hire 10,000 immigrants has some of the best coffee we at Icon Foods and Steviva have had the pleasure to caffeinate on. When asked was that…

Bitcoin Losers

Written on Feb, 13, 2018 by

https://www.npr.org/sections/money/2018/01/05/576087864/episode-816-bitcoin-losers Plenty of people will tell you they’re getting rich off of bitcoin. They could be right. But there’s another group of bitcoin owners that aren’t so ecstatic. Because they might be rich, too, but they lost the passkey that would let them…

Vice

Written on Feb, 13, 2018 by

https://www.vice.com/ Originating from the Montreal-based Vice magazine co-founded by Suroosh Alvi, Shane Smith, and Gavin McInnes (who left the company in 2008), Vice expanded primarily into youth and young adult–focused digital media, including online content verticals and related web series, the news division…

Way of the Peaceful Warrior: A Book That Changes Lives by Dan Millman

Written on Feb, 13, 2018 by

https://www.amazon.com/Way-Peaceful-Warrior-Changes-Lives/dp/1932073205 An oldie but, a goodie, I revisit this book every couple of years and always get something new out of it. Way of the Peaceful Warrior is based on the story of Dan Millman, a world champion athlete, who journeys into realms…

Car and Driver

Written on Nov, 13, 2017 by
Car and Driver

https://www.caranddriver.com/ Most print publications has struggled making a solid transition in digital but, care and Drive has the best site if you are into cars and ummm… and if you are a drive. Makes sense right? The on-line magazine also frequently delves into…

Pandora

Written on Nov, 13, 2017 by
Pandora

https://www.pandora.com/ Called me old school but Pandora is still one of my favorites for music. Pandora is the easiest way to find new music based on your favorites. Pandora gives you a personalized music experience that continually evolves with your tastes. Create radio…

Duolingo

Written on Nov, 13, 2017 by
Duolingo

https://www.duolingo.com/ It’s no secret I am still trying to get conversational in French. It’s a tough language. The rules are only a few pages while the exceptions can fill a tome. Learn anytime, anywhere. Make your breaks and commutes more productive with our…

Udemdy

Written on Nov, 13, 2017 by
Udemdy

https://www.udemy.com/ Udemy is a global marketplace for learning and teaching online where students are mastering new skills and achieving their goals by learning from an extensive library of over 55,000 courses taught by expert instructors. We use it at Steviva. A lot of…

Blockgeeks

Written on Nov, 13, 2017 by
Blockgeeks

https://blockgeeks.com/ With Blockgeeks, you’ll have blockchain courses authored by leading experts at your fingertips. It’s relevant, in-depth content that goes beyond the fundamentals to teach you practical skills you can apply immediately.

MicRig Video Bundle with Grip Handle for GoPro

Written on Nov, 13, 2017 by
MicRig Video Bundle with Grip Handle for GoPro

Sevenoak MicRig Video Bundle with Grip Handle, Stereo Microphone, LED Light, Shoe Extender Bracket, Windscreen, & Adapters for DSLR Cameras, Smartphones & GoPro https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B071LFDBCY/ The World’s First Universal Video Rig-Sevenoak MicRig video and audio grip is designed to work with DSLRs, Camcorders, Gopros…