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For Episode 20 of PodNumbra, we sit down with bestselling crime novelist Michael Connelly, the creator of Harry Bosch, Mickey Haller, Renée Ballard and countless unforgettable characters. After pursuing building construction at the University of Florida, Mike had an epiphany, he’d rather build stories than houses. From there, his journey to the top of the publishing world was anything but a straight line. Timing, a little luck, great fatherly advice, relentless work ethic, incredible attention to detail and a dogged pursuit of his dream all played a role in getting Mike where he is today. His books have captivated millions and inspired some of the biggest crime stories on screen. But despite all his success, Mike remains focused on his craft. He starts writing in the early Los Angeles morning, often before the city is awake, challenging himself to set the bar higher with every book. A remarkable career. A relentless craftsman. And a story that proves success is earned one page at a time. For more information about Michael Connelly, please visit www.michaelconnelly.com or visit any store/website that sells books. For more information about PodNumbra and its host, please visit www.podnumbra.com or www.LieserSkaff.com. Please ring the bell and subscribe!

Whiskey’s for drinking. Water’s for fighting. Few resources are more important—or more complicated—than water, particularly in a state like Florida where growth, development, agriculture, environmental protection, private property rights and government regulation frequently intersect. On this episode of PodNumbra, we sit down with Doug Manson, a preeminent Florida water law attorney and President of Summit Land & Water, for an intriguing conversation about the law, policy and real-world disputes surrounding one of our most valuable natural resources. Doug brings decades of experience handling complex matters involving water law, environmental law, permitting, regulatory compliance, land use and governmental regulation. We discuss how he found his way into such a specialized area of practice, how Florida’s rapid growth affects its water resources, and why disputes over water can become so complicated. But, as always on PodNumbra, this episode is about more than Doug’s profession. We explore his path to success, the experiences that shaped his career, the lessons he has learned along the way, and what continues to drive him today. Whether you’re a lawyer, developer, property owner, environmental professional—or simply someone who has ever wondered who actually controls Florida’s water—this is a fascinating look behind the scenes of an area of law that affects virtually everyone. Learn more about Summit Land & Water: summitlandandwater.com PodNumbra Real People. Real Conversations. Real Stories. The path to success is rarely a straight line. Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube: Apple Podcasts — PodNumbra⁠ Spotify — PodNumbra⁠ YouTube — PodNumbra⁠ PodNumbra.com⁠ If you enjoy the conversation, follow/subscribe, share this episode with someone who would enjoy it, and leave PodNumbra a review. Every share and review helps more people discover the show.

What happens when the baseball career ends—but the drive to compete doesn’t? Matt LaPorta sits down with PodNumbra to share his journey from the University of Florida to the Olympics, Major League Baseball, and ultimately the world of business, investing and entrepreneurship. A University of Florida Baseball Hall of Famer and Olympic medalist, Matt reached the highest levels of baseball before beginning an entirely new chapter after his playing days. Today, he is the Founder and Managing Partner of Wayfinder Capital Partners, where his experience as an athlete, investor and operator informs his approach to building businesses and creating long-term value.  Matt talks with PodNumbra about the lessons learned at Florida, competing on the international stage, life in professional baseball, dealing with success and adversity, and making the transition from professional athlete to entrepreneur and investor. It’s a conversation about baseball, business, reinvention, perseverance and what comes next when the first dream is over. Because the path to success is rarely a straight line. Learn more about Matt and Wayfinder Capital Partners at wayfindercapitalpartners.com or connect with Matt on LinkedIn. ⁠Real People. Real Conversations. Real Stories. If you enjoyed this episode, follow/subscribe to PodNumbra on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube, share this episode with someone who would enjoy Matt’s story, and please leave us a review. For more information on PodNumbra, please visit www.podnumbra.com or www.lieserskaff.com.