Adrian Smith

"But remember the risk of cheating the plan... you don't even want to f*** with that MacDaddy." On this episode of AT THE MOVIES IN THE NOUGHTIES (or 00s if you're into the whole brevity thing), Devon Elson has a premonition he's about to enjoy the start of a franchise that still has great films coming out right now. What started as a pitch to The X-Files became a blockbuster shocker as a teen prevents him and his classmates from boarding a doomed plane, only to find Death is still after them in James Wong's 2000 horror Final Destination. His special guest this week saw it in the cinemas 25 years ago! It's Adrian Smith, a media teacher, lecturer, commentary starrer, and podcaster for Wild, Wild Podcast also on the Film Stories network. They've avoided major disaster but will they pick up all the clues in order to fully discuss this inventive splatter thriller? The realness of the deaths are compared to sequels, Clear's strange psychic abilities are acknowledged, the potential counter forces of Death in the supernatural realm are considered, and perhaps the design for this podcast was always to keep reminding us of that tragedy... Host / Editor Devon Elson twitter.com/absolutetravist Guest Adrian Smith twitter.com/retroramblings Executive Producer A. J. Black Find the podcast on Linktr.ee: twitter.com/atthenoughties Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/simonbrew Twitter : @filmstories Facebook/Instagram/Threads : Film Stories Website: www.filmstories.co.uk Title and opening music: 'Just For Fun' by April Moon (c) epidemicsound.com 'Midside Notes' by Martin Landström (c) epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Interview by Kris Peters When Adrian Smith (Iron Maiden) and Richie Kotzen (The Winery Dogs) first joined forces for their debut self-titled album in 2021 it was as though the music Gods had finally listened to our prayers. Here were two of possibly the greatest guitarists of the modern era in their preferred genres, forming a sonically unlikely union that most feared would be a one-time merging of passions that dissipated once both parties overcame yet another musical challenge to emerge triumphant. Blending both guitarists' loves of music, that first release was a smouldering mix of hard rock, blues, groove and R & B with splashings of metal and attitude where it mattered. The fact that both Kotzen and Smith shared guitar, bass, vocals, composing and production duties on the album added to the allure of their music, each contributing different sides of their musical psyche while experimenting with sides that were either dormant or previously non-existent. It was that good. But, as is their right, Smith and Kotzen played their cards close to their chest over the ensuing years, neither fully committed or non-committal to a second helping. As the years ticked over it seemed less likely that we would hear another record from Smith/Kotzen before the announcement came late last year that round two was certainly on the cards and that the friends and celebrated musicians had each found time in their busy schedules to start on the next whirlwind of expectation that a new album inevitably brings. Thus Black Light/White Noise was introduced to the world, and after being teased with two singles that bear the names of each individual component of the album title, we are fast approaching the finish line when album number two is set free in the world on April 4. Black Light/White Noise is a truly magnificent collection of songs that stands shoulder to shoulder with some of Smith and Kotzen's finest work to date. Atmospheric, ambitious, diverse and brilliant, it not only features stratospheric guitar solos and phenomenal rock vocals but soulful touches, intricate playing, beautiful songwriting and an assured poise and style that brings to mind a host of legendary bands and musicians (Thin Lizzy, Jimi Hendrix, Prince, Cream, Free, Deep Purple) yet is undeniably the work of Adrian Smith and Richie Kotzen in perfect harmony. With the release date rapidly approaching, HEAVY jumped at the chance to spend some time with Adrian Smith, after we had the pleasure of speaking with Kotzen the first time around. We get straight to the point, reiterating claims from most who have heard the new album, who say it is quite possibly the best slab of music either of them has done individually or together. Then follow up by asking if they are right. "Well…" he measured. "You write the songs the best you can, and you play them the best you can. I think… I think this is a more consistent album than the first one. It's probably a little more up-tempo. Obviously over time, Richie and I developed our writing relationship. Our playing relationship, I think, has gone from strength to strength." Black Light/White Noise ticks all of the boxes you would expect and more. There's guitar solos, funk, groove, blues, hard rock and more guitar solos but the overriding thing HEAVY took out of our listen was that it sounds like Smith and Kotzen genuinely had fun and enjoyed the process. "I play music because I wanna do it, anyway," Smith replied. "But yeah, it's fun. Richie and I are friends and have been for the best part of ten years. I live part time in America. I'm over there usually around Christmas, and we met up one year - I had a party at my house - and we started jamming Bad Company and Stevie Ray Vaughan and all that blues and someone said you guys should write together so that's what we ended up doing. And we did it because it was fun and we thought we had something to say as well. I take a lot of inspiration from 70s musi

Listen in as host Paul Spain and guest Adrian Smith , CEO of BlinkPay , dive into the dynamic world of digital banking and fintech. Adrian sheds light on BlinkPay's innovative journey, highlighting their partnership with the Bank of New Zealand and the development of modern financial solutions. The conversation also touches on challenges related to fraud and the importance of customer data control. Together, Paul and Adrian unravel the complex landscape of fintech, emphasising the role of APIs and the future of digital marketplaces in making financial services more accessible and efficient. Join us as we navigate the ever-evolving world of technology in the finance sector. Special thanks to our show partners 2degrees , One NZ , Spark , HP and Gorilla Technology .

In "Presenceness," speaker Adrian Smith delves into the significance of being present with God and others, drawing on the profound truths of Ecclesiastes 3:11, Mark 10:46-52, and Hebrews 10:24-25. Discover how God's timing, Jesus' healing touch, and the call to encourage one another shape our understanding of true presence. Through Adrian Smith's insightful sermon, learn how to cultivate a deeper connection with God and those around you. Join us for an inspiring message that will encourage you to embrace the beauty of being fully present in every moment, fostering genuine relationships and spiritual growth.

In this episode of The Conference Collective Podcast we welcome Adrian Smith, director of Cor Comms, who discusses his top marketing tips for your event. Adrian sheds light on how social media platforms have shifted the ways in which marketing content is produced, highlighting the need to create different forms of the same piece of content to suit the needs of the variety of platforms available. Adrian further talks about focusing marketing budget into content production and creation rather than securing prime slots or paid reach. Adrian also shares his experience working on various viral campaigns and how these ideas came to be. About Adrian Smith: Adrian is a Hobart based marketing and communications specialist with close to 30 years experience in the industry. Having made such a hash of school, the fact he has made it to where he is now, is remarkable. He is a father of four grown up kids, a heavy metal musician, keen cyclist and strong supporter of the arts, with a particular passion for theatre. Cor Comms Website: https://corcomms.com.au/ About The PCOA: The PCO Association is the leading body representing the interests of Professional Conference Organisers and Event Managers in Australia and New Zealand. The Association’s objectives are to increase the standard of professionalism of its members and promote a better understanding of the roles, functions and contributions of Professional Conference Organisers and Event Managers and other practitioners in the conference and event sector. Website: www.pco.asn.au About Connected Event Group: At Connected Event Group we offer innovation and creativity in audio-visual services and event production, employing technical solutions that help people and businesses communicate with each other. We’ve been translating event technologies for our clients for over two decades specialising in AV production, content creation and broadcasting, across a range of industries. We’re experts in making the impossible possible. Website: www.connectedeventgroup.com About Libbie Ray: Libbie Ray is the Director of Connected Event Group and the President of the Entrepreneurs Organisation Sydney. Libbie's 20 years of experience across marketing, events, technology, and broadcast production provides a well-rounded approach to the new world of events. Libbie's passionate about sharing her knowledge and insights and works with Skills IQ and TAFE to assist in the development of the training and education framework for her sector. Libbie’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/libbie-ray/ Send us Fan Mail

Unlocking Construction's AI Potential🔓 Explore how AI is reshaping the construction landscape, optimizing workflows, and increasing efficiency in this Part 2 of my interview with Adrian Smith. Listen here!👂 You can visit the following links to connect with Adrian Smith and his AI tool: - Adrian Smith's LinkedIn - RunGopher.ai Construction Companies doing $5M+, watch this FREE Case Study on how Quantum has helped 8 Construction Companies sign lower risk contracts and boost cashflow & margin: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://quantumcs.co/casestudy-podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If your business is making less than $5M, YOU are why I make all my materials FREE. Get more FREE Training & goodies here: https://constructionsecrets.io Timestamps: (2:28) - How could your average person in a construction business… How would they start using not just ChatGPT but AI generally? How would they approach in their businesses? (3:56) - Write down the repetitive tasks and then go Google or go into ChatGPT whatever it might be. What tools are available enter repetitive tasks (4:48) - The research says and research predicts that 8 billion dollars is gonna be invested into the sector up until 2031 for AI specifically in the construction building industry (7:03) - The trend now is that people are trying to decipher what is here to stay and what’s actually gonna fail (8:04) - The next stage is actually how do we apply this to our business (14:51) - A lot of the problems that you’re already solving you’re solving by hiring more people. You might not have to do that anymore basically DISCLAIMER: The content of this podcast does not constitute legal advice, is not intended to be a substitute for legal advice, and can not be relied upon as such. You should seek legal advice or other professional advice in relation to any matters you or your business may have. Follow our Socials and let's get connected! ⤵️ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter

Adrian is passionate about getting stuff done with deep experience in digital channels and a track record in designing end-to-end customer journeys for both online and offline touchpoints. He studied at Waikato University, where he earned a Master's degree in Marketing Strategy and Information Systems. Adrian moved to London in 2006 to work in the banking industry that hadn't yet reached Kiwi shores. During his 15 years abroad he worked for large banks such as Barclays and Lloyds Bank. He returned to New Zealand in late 2020 and is now the Head of Product at BlinkPay, a Māori fintech startup that designs digital payment solutions based on Open Banking NZ APIs. Where to find Adrian Smith Website: https://www.blinkpay.co.nz/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adriansmithnz/ Amotai Network: https://amotai.nz/ Māori translations: Kia Ora - Hello Tēnā Koe - Thank you Oe te maka - off the mark Tikanga - reason, purpose, motive. Kōrero - conversation Hōhā - boring, tiresome, wearisome, tedious, exasperating, irksome, annoying, vexatious. Mahitahitanga - working together Hapū or Iwi - kinship group, clan, tribe, subtribe - section of a large kinship group and the primary political unit in traditional Māori society. Hui - gathering, meeting, assembly, seminar, conference. Moko - Māori tattooing designs on the face or body, done under traditional protocols. Whakapapa - genealogy, genealogical table, lineage, descent - reciting Whenua - country, land, nation, state Marae - where formal greetings and discussions take place Hāmate - dead, deceased Wairua - spirit, soul Bushido Code: a moral code which comprises of samurai attributes and behaviour and is of Japanese origin, regarding warrior attributes and principle as code of conduct to live life. The virtues include righteousness, courage, benevolence, respect, sincerity, honour, loyalty, and self-control. If you want to understand your customer feedback better, talk to the team at Touchpoint Group www.touchpointgroup.com

Brett Farrell talks to Pastor Adrian Smith who has recently become a father - but it wasn't plain sailing. Adrian is a Pastor at Northside Church in Sydney Australia who with his wife Claire, is going through the adoption process. After years of trying to have children, Adrian had to confront some serious truths about fatherhood.

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