Best Max Rudolph Podcasts (2024)

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1421: Talkin' With Tyler Bunch 1:02:44

2h ago1:02:44

1:02:44

Today, DJ Bob interviews Tyler Bunch. Recorded in 2023, this interview provides an overview of Tyler’s long career as a puppeteer, with roles such as Treelo on Bear in the Big Blue House, Baby Cookie Monster on Sesame Beginnings, Louie on Sesame Street, and more. They talk about how Treelo’s character was created, the aspects of creativity Tyler te…

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1420: Old Friends Who've Just Met (with ToughPigs' Joe Hennes) 1:10:45

4h ago1:10:45

1:10:45

On today’s episode, DJ Bob interviews Joe Hennes, Muppets superfan and one of the minds behind ToughPigs.com. The interview covers Joe’s history with the Muppets fandom and ToughPigs.com, what life is like when you make creativity into a career path, his and Bob’s shared experiences, and much more!

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Cybercrime - Most Dangerous Risk of 2024 18:17

2d ago18:17

18:17

The leading risk in the 2024 survey is Cybercrime. From phishing scams to ransomware attacks, cybercriminals are constantly evolving, posing new threats to individuals, businesses, and governments alike. Consistently ranked #1 or #2 in the annual Dangerous Risks survey, learn why we think that Cybercrime is here to stay. By Dave Ingram And here is …

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1419: Wishing on a New Star: The Creatives of Fairly Odd Parents: A New Wish 10:44

14d ago10:44

10:44

In today’s episode, DJ Bob talks to the creative forces behind Fairly Odd Parents: A New Wish. In just ten minutes, the group covers topics including the cast’s exposure to the original series, diversity and inclusion, and how the cast members put a unique spin on this new material. Enjoy!

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Permafrost 16:46

11d ago16:46

16:46

Feedback loops are increasingly seen as important in climate projections. Melting permafrost is expected to accelerate warming of the planet and release pathogens unknown to us today. By Max Rudolph.By Dave Ingram and Max Rudolph

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1418: Thank You Teacher (with Again Again & Mista Cookie Jar) 38:09

16d ago38:09

38:09

In a special episode for Teacher Appreciation Week, Bob sits down with artists Again Again (Anne Montroe and Jennifer Cook) and Mista Cookie Jar to talk about their new song, “Thank You Teacher”. They talk about how this particular collaboration came to be, how it evolved during the creative process, what the song means to them, and more!…

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1417: Beyond the Puppet: Unveiling Identity and Resilience with Leslie Carrara-Rudolph 1:08:08

6d ago1:08:08

1:08:08

Leslie Carrara-Rudolph is a puppeteer, voice actress and singer best known for her portrayal of Abby Cadabby on Sesame Street. Leslie and DJ Bob spend this memorable episode talking about sources of joy, visible and invisible identities, the challenges associated with being marginalized, the impact of trauma, and more.…

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1416: From Puppetry to Vulnerability: A Conversation with Jennifer Barnhart 1:44:57

10d ago1:44:57

1:44:57

On this episode, Bob interviews Jen Barnhart. Bob and Jen discuss the value of being vulnerable, Jen’s newfound greater understanding of disability and ableism, Jen’s experiences with Broadway and puppeteering, and so much more!

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Regime Change - Scenarios 23:08

14d ago23:08

23:08

Four scenario examples leading to Regime Change from Neil Howe, Ray Dalio, Peter Zeihan and the IPCC show us how widely the disruptions can differ while consistently ending up with a big regime change in our near-term future. Part 2 of a four-part series. By Dave Ingram and Max RudolphBy Dave Ingram and Max Rudolph

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1415: Inclusivity At Its Core Part 2: A Conversation with the Voice Cast & Director of Hop(with David Connolly, Charlotte Diana Walker, and Bruce Simpson) 1:04:51

19d ago1:04:51

1:04:51

On this episode, DJ Bob sits down with the creatives and voice actors behind the new Max show, Hop. They discuss a variety of topics, including diversity and inclusion in acting, the casting process for the show, disability representation in Hop, and much more!

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1414: Catching up with the cast of Paramount+'s DORA! (with Kathleen Herles, Diana Zermeño, & Asher Colton Spence) 6:48

1M ago6:48

6:48

Calling all young explorers! This Friday, April 12th, Paramount Plus blasts off on a brand new adventure series with Dora! Dora's back and braver than ever, ready to tackle bigger challenges and explore amazing new places with her friends. Get set for epic quests, solving mysteries, and helping others – all with a sprinkle of magic in this fantasti…

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Interest Rate Risk for Insurers 21:57

2M ago21:57

21:57

When rates recently spiked it surprised many with direct and indirect implications. The market value of bonds decreased, and the price of replacement parts for autos increased. There are three ways that insurers can be affected by higher rates. Looking at past events help to prepare for similar tail events in the future. By Max Rudolph.…

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1413: I Saw Them Standing There: Adventures of an Original Fan During Beatlemania and Beyond (with Debbie Gendler) 46:03

2M ago46:03

46:03

Today, DJ Bob interviews Debbie Gendler. Debbie is known for being an original Beatles superfan. A member of the audience during the group’s iconic Ed Sullivan Show performance, she collected a lifetime’s worth of experiences and wrote a book about them, titled “I Saw Them Standing There: Adventures of an Original Fan During Beatlemania and Beyond”…

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1412: Inclusivity At Its Core: A Conversation with the Creatives of HOP on Max (Marc Brown, Tolon Brown & Peter Hirsch) 52:36

1M ago52:36

52:36

On this episode, Bob chats with the Creatives of the new show, Hop, which is streaming now on Max. Join Bob as he talks to Marc Brown, Tolon Brown & Peter Hirsch about the show as well as its representation of people with disabilities. They also discuss making sure that people with disabilities are represented in the voice cast, their experiences w…

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1411: Reaching for the Rainbow (with Matt Vogel) 1:12:01

2M ago1:12:01

1:12:01

Today, DJ Bob interviews puppeteer Matt Vogel. Matt is known for his work on Sesame Street as the current performer of Kermit the Frog and Big Bird. Bob and Matt talk about the various obstacles that once stood in the way of their respective dream careers, the difficult side of puppeteering, the time Big Bird lost a wing, and more.…

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1410: Behind The Mic & More (with Stephen Russell ft. Jane Humen) 59:30

2M ago59:30

59:30

In this can’t-miss episode, DJ Bob and cohost Jane Humen sit down for a special interview with Stephen Russell. Stephen is a voice actor known for his work on The Elder Scrolls, Fallout, and Starfield video game titles, among other credits. The three talk about how Stephen became a voice actor, the challenges associated with voice acting, favorite …

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Dangerous Risks 2024: Return to Normal Concerns 22:56

2M ago22:56

22:56

The 2024 survey sees respondents react to recent increases in specific risks as technology evolves and the environment moves away from the pandemic. The top 4 risks are the same as those seen in 2019. By Dave Ingram and Max Rudolph.By Dave Ingram and Max Rudolph

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1409: Let's Clean The World Up (Debi Derryberry's Gotta Go Green) 43:30

2M ago43:30

43:30

On today’s episode, DJ Bob sits down for a heartwarming conversation with Debi Derryberry. Debi is a voice actress known for a plethora of roles, including Jimmy in Jimmy Neutron, Draculaura in Monster High, the aliens in Toy Story, and many more. She and Bob talk about her new children’s music album “Gotta Go Green”, her passion for environmental …

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1408: Monster High Takes Over The DJ Bob Show! (with Monster High showrunner, Shea Fontana) 12:45

2M ago12:45

12:45

Join DJ Bob as he chats with Monster High showrunner Shea Fontana! They'll discuss the first season DVD (available now), the show's inclusive cast, and the importance of celebrating your inner monster! Plus, get a spooky hint about season two! Tune in and unleash your inner ghoul with The DJ Bob Show!…

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No Free Lunch 19:16

3M ago19:16

19:16

New asset classes like junk bonds and subprime mortgages initially promised high returns without too much risk. Many investors were surprised to find that the risk premium was insufficient to provide for actual losses when they came. Modelers need to adjust for incomplete investment cycles that include only the positive part (e.g., high spreads) bu…

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RiskMaster Cheat Code 21:15

3M ago21:15

21:15

Has any of your ERM program has been written down? Or is it at risk of being lost when a key player leaves the insurer? The Risk Management Framework document provides the RiskMaster Cheat Codes for understanding the overall ERM system and for specific topics like stress testing and risk reporting to allow a new risk team to start from a solid base…

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1407: One For The Record Books (with Josh Robert Thompson ft. Nate Begle) 1:47:02

3M ago1:47:02

1:47:02

This episode contains some adult language which may not be suitable for some viewers. Listener discretion is advised. This week, Bob and cohost Nate Begle interview Josh Robert Thompson. Josh is known for The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson, Family Guy, The Kelly Clarkson Show, and many others. The three talk about Josh’s ability to do voice imp…

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1406: This Episode Will Give You Goosebumps (with Tim Jacobus) 58:52

3M ago58:52

58:52

In today’s episode, DJ Bob interviews beloved illustrator Tim Jacobus. Best known for his Goosebumps book covers, the artist shares his journey with the popular children’s horror series. DJ Bob and Jacobus discuss working with R. L. Stine, the transition from traditional to digital art, and the joys and struggles of being an artist. Whether you're …

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Water, Water Everywhere 22:00

4M ago22:00

22:00

Climate change and population growth have stressed fresh water sources, leaving agriculture and coastal residents with opposing issues. While aquifers and rivers struggle, extreme weather and sea level rise provide an overabundance of water. Insurers increasingly are dealing with these extreme weather events that highlight the presence of too much …

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1405: A Conversation With Alice Dinnean 1:02:34

3M ago1:02:34

1:02:34

Bob interviews puppeteer Alice Dinnean. The two talk about how her career began with an internship in puppeteering that was initially just for fun, Sesame Workshop’s efforts towards diversity and inclusion, favorite projects, and more!

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1404: Lyla In The Loop (with Dave Peth & Fracaswell Hyman) 24:28

3M ago24:28

24:28

Join DJ Bob in the countdown to the premiere of "Lyla In The Loop"! In this special episode, DJ Bob sits down with the show's creator, Dave Peth, and head writer, Fracaswell Hyman. Get a sneak peek into the inspiration and behind-the-scenes excitement of the new PBS Kids series, premiering on February 5th. With anecdotes and insights, this episode …

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Achieving Resilience 18:44

4M ago18:44

18:44

Resilience can be described as bending without breaking. There are four aspects of ERM that all need to be fully adopted to achieve this important result. By Dave Ingram.By Dave Ingram and Max Rudolph

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1403: Cardigans, Mutts, Bears and More! (with Hugh Martin) 1:32:01

4M ago1:32:01

1:32:01

In today’s episode, Bob sits down for an interview with Hugh Martin. Hugh is a director who has worked on children’s television shows such as Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood, Bear in the Big Blue House, and others. Bob and Hugh spend over an hour chatting about topics like Hugh’s start as a director, his relationship with Fred Rogers, his experience as…

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1402: This Episode Is Worth A Million Dollars (with Jason James Richter & Sydney) 52:47

5M ago52:47

52:47

DJ Bob and his guest co-host, fiancée Sydney, dive into Free Willy's enduring legacy with star Jason James Richter. Reflecting on the film's impact 30 years later, they share behind-the-scenes tales, discuss working with Keiko the Orca, and explore Jason's current projects. Uncover the profound influence Free Willy had on Sydney's life, making this…

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Using Risk Appetite: Contrarian Views 14:40

5M ago14:40

14:40

It is commonly assumed that higher returns require higher risk to be accepted. Fear and greed may outperform over the short term but often the last investor in does poorly. Long periods of stimulus provide warning that economic cycles come to an end eventually. By Max Rudolph.By Dave Ingram and Max Rudolph

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1401: Hit It, John! (with John McDaniel) 58:39

5M ago58:39

58:39

Join us on The DJ Bob Show for a captivating episode featuring John McDaniel, the brilliant composer and orchestrator known for his six seasons on The Rosie O'Donnell Show. Delve into McDaniel's fascinating world as he shares stories from behind-the-scenes, navigates the challenges of remote work during COVID, and sheds light on his commitment to d…

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1381: Manifesting, Sesame Street, and More (with Joey Mazzarino) 57:56

5M ago57:56

57:56

In this episode, Bob interviews Joey Mazzarino. Joey is a Sesame Street puppeteer known for his roles as Murray Monster and Stinky the Stinkweed, among others. He and Bob talk about Muppets, creativity, disability inclusion, and more during their chat.

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1380: From Mexico to Muppets (with Carmen Osbahr) 56:11

5M ago56:11

56:11

Today, Bob interviews Sesame Street puppeteer Carmen Osbahr. Carmen shares with Bob many stories of her life, including overcoming a language barrier, her work on Sesame Street and other shows like Between the Lions, how she got started in the industry, and more.

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1379: Drawing Directors (with Randal Kleiser) 26:55

5M ago26:55

26:55

DJ Bob interviews Randal Kleiser, director of films including Grease, The Boy in the Plastic Bubble, Flight of the Navigator, White Fang, and Honey, I Blew Up the Kid. Bob and Randal talk about Randal’s lengthy directing career and new book, Drawing Directors. The two also talk about the rewards and challenges that come with being creative, and Ran…

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Regime Changes lead to New Normal 23:46

6M ago23:46

23:46

Radical changes in our Physical, Political, Economic and Social systems have been and will continue to buffet humanity. Every so often the combined result is a major change of regime in which new patterns for each of these systems develops and persists for some time creating a new normal. We make the case that this is coming in our world. By Max Ru…

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Leverage: The Flip Side of Risk Management 17:42

6M ago17:42

17:42

It was tempting, when interest rates were so low, to borrow just because you could. But that may not be best for an organization from a risk/reward perspective. Leverage can have a major impact on the risk profile that is not usually considered. Leverage is actually the flip side of risk management. By Dave Ingram…

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1378: .... And Now, A Word From Marc Brown (with Arthur Creator, Marc Brown) 1:02:36

6M ago1:02:36

1:02:36

This week, Bob sits down for a very special episode and interviews Marc Brown - author, illustrator, and creator of the Arthur franchise. Marc talks about many topics, including his connection to Fred Rogers, the real-life inspiration for Grandma Thora, the social impact and progress of Arthur, representation in media, the power of television to ma…

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1377: Can I Take Your Order? The Good Burger 2 Episode 8:53

6M ago8:53

8:53

In a special episode, Bob sits down with writers Kevin Kopelow and Heath Seifert, alongside director Phil Trail, for a Good Burger 2 bonanza! Good Burger 2 will release November 22nd, 2023 via Nickelodeon and Paramount Plus.

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1376: DJ Bob interviews Harvey Brownstone 55:39

6M ago55:39

55:39

We're sorry for the delay, but we're back with a brand-new episode! This week, Bob sits down with Harvey Brownstone, the host of Harvey Brownstone Interviews. The two share the common ground of being self-made podcasters and how difficult it can be to break into entertainment. Among other topics, Harvey talks about starting the show after his retir…

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Climate Migration 14:34

7M ago14:34

14:34

No one is arguing anymore that the planet is not getting hotter, but what are the limits to temperature rise for humans survival? The ramifications for those who live in poverty in tropical zones is that they will need to move because of the heat. The alternatives are unacceptable. The world needs a plan to deal with massive climate migration. By M…

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Risk and Capital 16:22

7M ago16:22

16:22

Stakeholder perception about the appropriate level of risk and the corresponding capital level varies. Some insurers focus on optimizing income and disbursements, while others find their goals aligned by holding redundant capital. Here we discuss several broad choices for the level of capital and the pros and cons of each based upon common business…

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1375: Memorable Mondays, A Conversation with Dr. Elmo (2010) 22:59

7M ago22:59

22:59

DJ Bob pulls this week’s episode out of the archives, airing his December 2010 interview with Elmo Shropshire. Better known as Dr. Elmo, but perhaps best known as the singer of the holiday classic “Grandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer”, Elmo discusses his surprise at the song’s enduring popularity, the animated holiday special based on it, and other …

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1374: Hey, You're As Funny As Jim Lewis! 1:03:27

7M ago1:03:27

1:03:27

This week, DJ Bob sits down for an interview with retired Muppets writer Jim Lewis. The two talk about Jim’s experiences in “the business of show”, to quote Fozzie Bear. Topics of conversation include Jim’s thoughts on the general nature of show business, how Jim achieved ‘sideways entry’ into working for the Muppets by drawing on his experiences a…

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Interactions between risks: Implications for building scenarios 21:38

7M ago21:38

21:38

Historically, scenarios have focused on one assumption at a time but that is not realistic in today’s quickly evolving world. Risk interactions are very important considerations and impact scenario assumptions dynamically. Three narrative scenarios that interact between financial and non-financial risks are discussed. By Max Rudolph.…

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1373: The Wiggles: 30 Years of Fun and Learning (with John Pearce and Caterina Mete) 25:26

8M ago25:26

25:26

On this week’s episode, DJ Bob sits down for an interview with two members of the world-renowned children’s group The Wiggles. Listeners are likely familiar by sight, if not by name, with purple Wiggle John Pearce and red Wiggle Caterina Mete. They join Bob to talk about thirty years’ worth of experiences. These range from the Wiggles’ efforts towa…

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1372: Creating Impactful Worlds for Children (with Jocelyn Stevenson) 59:02

8M ago59:02

59:02

In today’s episode of “The DJ Bob Show” DJ Bob sits down with Jocelyn Stevenson as they discuss her work on “Fraggle Rock”, “The Magic School Bus”, and the associated reboots for both shows. Jocelyn talks about her entry into children’s television and what it was like working so closely with the late great Jim Henson. Also, Bob discusses the impact…

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Why Insurers Do ERM 20:47

8M ago20:47

20:47

Enterprise Risk Management is practiced in different ways by insurers. Some focus on the basics while others consider ERM as a strategic strength. In a recent survey, ARM asked what is most important to them about ERM.By Dave Ingram

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1371: Monkeyin' Around (with Marc Petrosino and Michael Latini) 52:36

8M ago52:36

52:36

In this episode of “The DJ Bob Show” DJ Bob talks with Marc Petrosino and Michael Latini, the founders of Monkey Boys Productions. Together, they discuss the unconventional roads that led the two to puppetry, as well as what it was like to work on projects like their work for “Saturday Night Live.” DJ Bob also discusses his own connection to puppet…

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1370: Dora and the Fantastical Creatures (with Director William Mata) 20:37

8M ago20:37

20:37

In today’s episode of “The DJ Bob Show,” DJ Bob chats with William Mata, the Director of “Dora and the Fantastical Creatures” a new animated short which will play in front of “Paw Patrol: The Mighty Movie”. Together they talk over what drew William to Dora as a character and what makes Dora such an intuitive and uniquely interactive silver screen e…

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1369: Your World On Money (with Andini Makosinski) 13:09

8M ago13:09

13:09

In the latest episode of "The DJ Bob Show," DJ Bob welcomes Andini Makosinski, the host of "Your World on Money" from millionstories.com. Together, they discuss the core theme of the series: how Gen Z and Millennials handle their finances. Join them for a lively and informative conversation on navigating the financial challenges of today's youth. D…

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