Book description
A blueprint for the bottom-up revival that is so sorely needed in cities across America. To thrive in this day and age, cities must create innovation economies of their own. Tech jobs, venture capital, and R&D are concentrated in a handful of big coastal cities, while the broad middle of the country is left out-and that's a problem.Nicholas Lalla founded Tulsa Innovation Labs in January 2020 to help Tulsa, Oklahoma transition from its outdated oil and gas legacy to tech. Lalla's organization would go on to build the first tech-led economic development strategy in northeast Oklahoma's history, raise over $200 million, and create thousands of tech jobs. This success catalyzed a massive, city-wide endeavor-the first time in American history a city has dedicated itself in such a concerted way to becoming a player in the innovation economy.Drawing upon Lalla's experience, Reinventing the Heartland lays out a bold and pragmatic plan for urban reinvention, showing innovators, entrepreneurs, and leaders how to:Help establish your city's tech-identity based on existing assets to inspire local growth.Build an environment of innovation and healthy inclusivity.Rapidly up-skill talent in the era of AI.Fuel a future of positive change, growth, and urban-rural partnership.Each chapter covers a core plank of the action plan, with powerful examples of the kinds of changes American cities need. In Reinventing the Heartland, Lalla provides the path forward for any city ready to embrace the future.
Lucky Brandy
Audiobooks at my fingertips – this app's functionality is a game-changer. I love the auto-rewind feature after interruptions. No more searching for where I left off! Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment are excellent additions.
xFRST
Listening to books while doing chores? This app makes it possible! Finally, an app that lets me organize my audiobooks effortlessly. The library organization and book groups feature make navigation a breeze. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to connect over shared interests. The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile.
PixelPathfinder
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Lady Fantastic
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Coffee
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Grabber
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Tart Voodoo
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Sly Silvermoon
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Delirium
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Granola
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Polar Bee
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Santa's Little Helper
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Whipsaw
As a visually impaired person, this app has opened up a new world of stories for me. The ListenBook app has transformed my device into a portable audiobook library that I can carry everywhere. ListenBook has enriched my life with a world of captivating stories and knowledge. It's not just an app; it's a portal to endless possibilities. Finally, an app that handles all my audiobook formats effortlessly. ListenBook is a must-have! The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time.
MrOnsTr
The sheer variety of genres available ensures there's something for everyone. This app has transformed my screen time into valuable learning and entertainment. 📚 Embracing reading in the digital age – this app makes accessing books a seamless and enjoyable experience. 📱🎉 Efficiency meets audiobooks – this app's functionality is a true winner. The app is so easy to use. I was up and running in minutes.
Pink C
I'm exploring new genres and authors I wouldn't have considered otherwise. The family subscription option is a money-saver – everyone gets to enjoy their favorite books. The diverse range of narrators adds a new layer of depth to each story. Supports artwork and metadata perfectly. My library looks great!
Digger
The convenience of switching between devices without losing my place is a lifesaver. This app's convenience has made my audiobook addiction thrive! Binaural audio processing is amazing. Reduced my listening fatigue significantly. The app is so versatile. It works with all my devices.
Tokyo Dream
Listening to audiobooks while gardening has made my outdoor time even more relaxing. ListenBook's seamless integration with CarPlay makes my daily commute a delightful opportunity to indulge in audiobooks. The compatibility with Apple Watch is a game-changer. Controlling my audiobooks from my wrist is genius. Automated artwork and metadata extraction make my audiobook library look neat and professional.
Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience