Best Greg Ellis Podcasts (2024)

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Mastering Data with Sajith Wickramasekara 26:45

1h ago26:45

26:45

In this episode, a16z partners Jorge Conde and Jay Rughani sit down with Sajith Wickramasekara, CEO and cofounder of Benchling, to unpack the evolution of Benchling from idea to transformative software platform. Saji discusses his journey from software engineer to building Benchling and digitizing biotech workflows for industry giants like Sanofi. …

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How to Cope with Grief and Loss | Leah Horton 43:50

2h ago43:50

43:50

How do you navigate grief and loss during college? What happens when you face changes — whether from the loss of a loved one, the end of a meaningful relationship, or shifts in family dynamics? In this episode, Sam and Aaron welcome CAPS counselor Leah Horton, who shares her personal journey through sudden and devastating losses during her college …

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What Scripture and Science Say About Resilience with Dr. Nicole Wilke 1:05:05

3h ago1:05:05

1:05:05

Trauma has the potential to cripple individuals that have experienced adversity, poverty and exclusion. There isn't an area where this is more clear than in global orphan care and there isn't a better person to walk us through what building resilience looks like than our guest today. Dr. Nicole Wilke is the Director at the CAFO Research Center wher…

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Friends Round Friday... with Damian Lewis, Sara Pascoe and James Norton 28:18

1h ago28:18

28:18

There’s talk of herding sheep… the comedian’s group chat… and late night phone calls!By BBC Radio 2

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Episode 238: What If the Rabbits Just Decided to Be Held? (with Nicky Plaskitt) 59:33

5d ago59:33

59:33

Ari and Chris are joined by one of their favorite Brits, Shaping Behaviour founder Nicky Plaskitt! Nicky chats with us about her path from zookeeper to zoo training consultant, the importance of not being risk-averse, the unexpected academic audiences that her company has connected her too, the importance of establishing and maintaining an online f…

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Your Therapist Needs Therapy 77 - Has AI Already Doomed Us All with Mark Hampton 1:09:00

4h ago1:09:00

1:09:00

In this episode, Jeremy Schumacher and guest Mark Hampton discuss the intersections of technology, ethics, and philosophy. Mark shares his background in tech and interest in social constructionism, examining how AI and other technologies impact society and the moral responsibility of technologists. They also explore alternative models for integrati…

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Build Your Own Provider Network with Dan Rosenthal 24:41

7d ago24:41

24:41

Join healthcare expert Dan Rosenthal and a16z Bio + Health general partner Julie Yoo in a deep dive into the evolution of provider networks and their strategic importance in the health insurance ecosystem. Dan discusses how networks are built, managed, and optimized for both cost and quality—including the complexities of payor-provider contracts, t…

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Life-Giving vs. Life-Draining Friendships 33:49

5h ago33:49

33:49

In this episode, Sam and Aaron talk about how to build friendships that add positivity and support to your life in college and grad school. Breaking down the difference between life-giving and life-draining friendships, they share tips on recognizing healthy connections and avoiding relationships that bring you down. If you're looking to strengthen…

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When Zoe Met… Billy Crystal 19:32

40m ago19:32

19:32

Swear jars, Princess Diana and Robert De Niro singing… the world famous comedian pops by to talk about his new psychological thriller ‘Before’ and ‘When Harry Met Sally’. This is when Zoe met Billy!By BBC Radio 2

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Friends Round Friday… with Hugh Bonneville, Alex Hassell and Ellie Taylor 28:04

17m ago28:04

28:04

Hugh jets off to Peru... or does he? Alex reveals more than we bargained for and Ellie’s baby goes wild!By BBC Radio 2

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Episode 237: It Really, Really Is a Journey (with Elly Neumann) 47:08

12d ago47:08

47:08

Ari and Chris are joined by one of their absolute favorite people in the field, Elly Neumann! Elly chats with us about the journey that brought her to her current role as Coordinator of Welfare, Training, and Enrichment at Jerusalem Zoo, the wide spectrum of where animals institutions are at globally in the development of their behavior management …

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CDPR - RICHARD ESTEP (HALLOWEEN EPISODE) - OCTOBER 2024 1:08:24

2h ago1:08:24

1:08:24

By Tim Ellis & Brad Blair

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Your Therapist Needs Therapy 76 - Every Little Fiber with Taylor Prellberg 49:18

24m ago49:18

49:18

This week Jeremy is joined by dietitian and founder of Every Little Fiber, Taylor Prellberg! Taylor shares how her own experiences with food allergies and a frustrating encounter with a dietitian inspired her to pursue a career in nutrition, emphasizing a holistic approach that integrates mental health with nutritional guidance. They discuss the ch…

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When Zoe Met… Hugh Grant 12:09

4h ago12:09

12:09

Horror movies, tequila shots and mischief… an unmissable interview with the legendary Hugh Grant!By BBC Radio 2

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How Should We Approach Politics? 41:33

10d ago41:33

41:33

Why should you care about politics this election season? How do political issues like student loans, the cost of living, and job prospects affect your future? And how can you talk politics with friends or family without feeling anxious or damaging relationships? In this special election episode, Sam and Aaron talk about why politics matter for stud…

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The Imperative of Global Nonprofit Innovation with Abe Wright and Dr. Greg Bixler 1:09:56

23h ago1:09:56

1:09:56

The problems surrounding poverty are wicked and complicated. Pat answers and short term solutions are never going to get us where God is calling us to be. The challenge is that nonprofits often experience constraints (either real or perceived) that keep them from innovating better approaches to meeting peoples needs. We're joined today by Abe Wrigh…

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When Zoe Met... Olivia Rodrigo 9:43

1d ago9:43

9:43

After her GUTS World Tour arrives on Netflix, there's another chance to hear Zoe's interview with the Grammy-winning pop star from August 2023!By BBC Radio 2

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Friends Round Friday... with Josh Widdicombe, Richard Ayoade and Jacob Collier 28:21

5d ago28:21

28:21

There’s poems that don’t rhyme… a jam to Jingle Bells… and an honest review of Rob Beckett’s new hairstyle!By BBC Radio 2

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Episode 236: This Is Who I Am, and This Is Who I Want To Be (with Sidney Campbell) 56:16

19d ago56:16

56:16

Ari and Chris are joined by one of their favorite members of the NEI Expanded Universe: Sidney Campbell, Senior Trainer & Educator at Cascades Raptor Center! Sidney details the path that took her from San Diego elephants to Alaskan raptors, how her interest in non-profits was the perfect partner to working in raptor rehab, the unique way that anima…

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Your Therapist Needs Therapy 75 - Relational Healing and Continuous Growth with Dr. Rolla Lewis 1:11:28

7d ago1:11:28

1:11:28

This week Jeremy is joined in conversation by Dr. Rolla Lewis, professor emeritus at CSU East Bay and Dean of the Process-Relational Certificate at the Cobb Institute. Jeremy and Rolla explore how personal and therapeutic change is a continuous process, emphasizing that individuals are always "becoming" through their interactions with others. Rolla…

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The Freedom to Choose Your Own Insurance with Chris Ellis and Adam Stevenson 27:54

21d ago27:54

27:54

Chris Ellis, CEO and Adam Stevenson, president, both cofounders of Thatch, join Julie Yoo and Jay Rughani of a16z Bio + Health. In early 2020, a new policy called ICHRA altered the insurance market, which had remained largely unchanged for decades. As you’ll hear in the episode, it’s been slow to catch on — but the cofounders of Thatch think it’s a…

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Growing Up in Purity Culture | Ryan White 43:55

8d ago43:55

43:55

Sam and Aaron team up with campus counselor Ryan White to unpack the lasting impact of evangelical purity culture. They explore how purity pledges and strict relationship rules from the 90s and early 2000s shaped young Christians' views on sexuality and self-worth. While well-meaning, these teachings often led to struggles with shame and identity. …

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Friends Round Friday... with Rick Astley, Daisy May Cooper and Peter Capaldi! 29:45

25d ago29:45

29:45

It’s another Friends Round Friday… Rick’s saying NEVER… Daisy’s getting witchy… and Peter’s putting the bins out.By BBC Radio 2

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Episode 235: The Story According to Bob (with Bob Chastain and Steve Martin) 1:19:18

26d ago1:19:18

1:19:18

Here's one we've been excited to do for awhile: Ari and Chris are joined by Cheyenne Mountain Zoo President & CEO Bob Chastain and NEI President & CEO Steve Martin to talk about the history of the relationship between the two organizations! We chat about "Bob's side of the story" for CMZ tales Steve's been telling us for years, how the stage was se…

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Your Therapist Needs Therapy 74 - Burnout and Career Change with Abby Carncross 52:30

14d ago52:30

52:30

This week Jeremy gets to chat with Abby Carncross from Every Little Fiber. Abby shares her transition from nursing to school counseling before ultimately pursuing professional counseling. They discuss the impact of a personal health crisis, and Abby’s decision to shift careers to better align with her passion for helping others. Abby shares insight…

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From Surgeon to Biotech CEO with Jonathan Lim 27:36

28d ago27:36

27:36

Jonathan Lim is the CEO of Erasca, but his career path took him on a fascinating journey from practicing as a surgeon to leading life science companies. In a recent conversation, Lim shared valuable insights about his transition to the biotech world, his leadership experiences, and the lessons he's learned while founding and guiding organizations t…

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Why Building a Biblical Worldview Matters | Dr. Greg Mears 48:17

15d ago48:17

48:17

Sam and Aaron sit down with Dr. Greg Mears to talk about why building a strong biblical worldview is so important. They explore why a biblical perspective matters, the challenges college students face when questioning their faith, and how worldviews shape major life decisions. Dr. Mears shares personal stories and tips on how to ask tough questions…

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Global Education and Formation (Live From CCDA) with Ernesto Duke, Dr. Karen Fancher and Dr. Greg Burch 44:41

15d ago44:41

44:41

Recorded live from the CCDA Conference in Portland, Oregon, we are joined by three educators equipping students globally to think biblically and pursue justice. On the show today we have Dr. Karen Fancher and Dr. Greg Burch from the Multnomah Campus of William Jessup University alongside Ernesto Duke who is the President at Eternity Bible College. …

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When Zoe Met… Sir David Jason 11:58

24d ago11:58

11:58

Del Boy, Jack Frost, Granville, Pop Larkin… Sir David Jason is responsible for some of the most iconic TV characters. He joins Zoe for a chat about his legendary on-screen career, and his brand new memoir ‘This Time Next Year: A Life Of Positive Thinking’.By BBC Radio 2

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#261: Toastmasters: Celebrating 100 Years of History - Part 1 – Daniel Rex, CEO

16d ago

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[34:51] CEO Dan Rex joins us for a 2 episodes commemorating Toastmasters 100 covering a bit of its history, vision, growth, personal stories, anecdotes and more

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Friends Round Friday… with Simon le Bon, Stephen Fry and Jessie and Lennie Ware! 28:00

19d ago28:00

28:00

Simon gets scary, Jessie and Lennie talk the next series of Table Manners... and it’s all Greek to Stephen.By BBC Radio 2

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Episode 234: I Can Haz Professional Development Now? (with Greg Peccie) 48:05

1M ago48:05

48:05

Despite cell phone signals doing their best to keep us apart, Chris AND Ari are joined for the return of Greg Peccie, Riverbanks Zoo and Garden's Director of Animal Care and Welfare! Greg returns to the show to help us dig deeper into the many angles of professional development: developing a shared language for what those two words mean, how "quiet…

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Your Therapist Needs Therapy 73 - Social Media Madness with Emily Vander Velden 1:02:09

28d ago1:02:09

1:02:09

This week Jeremy welcomes back Emily Vander Velden to discuss social media and its impact on mental health. They explore the pros and cons of social media, noting how it can provide community support, especially for marginalized groups, but also amplify harmful content like body dysmorphia or misinformation. Both Jeremy and Emily reflect on the bal…

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Why Tech Must Disrupt Healthcare Now 42:00

1M ago42:00

42:00

In this episode, Vijay Pande and Daisy Wolf of a16z Bio + Health join a16z Podcast host Steph Smith to make a provocative case for why technologists—not just medical professionals—are key to reinventing healthcare. They argue that to transform a sector representing 20% of U.S. GDP, innovation must move beyond curing diseases toward tackling healthc…

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What it Means to Forgive Yourself and Others | Dr. Jichan Kim 54:45

22d ago54:45

54:45

What does forgiveness really mean? How does it affect your mental health, and what does the Bible have to say about it? In this episode, Sam sits down with Dr. Jichan Kim from LU’s Health Psychology Department to dive deep into the topic of forgiveness. Dr. Kim discusses the challenges we all face when it comes to forgiving others—and even ourselve…

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CREAKING DOOR PARANORMAL RADIO w/ David Sloan & Robert The Doll 1:08:28

1M ago1:08:28

1:08:28

By Tim Ellis & Brad Blair

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Friends Round Friday with Craig David, Greg Davies and Jenny Eclair! 29:53

26d ago29:53

29:53

Craig's got new music, Greg Davies wants a hug and Jenny Eclair will happily wee in a sink!By BBC Radio 2

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Episode 233: Hal Markowitz Needed Better PR (with Tim Sullivan) 51:17

1M ago51:17

51:17

Because we thought it might be fun to talk about animals for a change on our animal training podcast, Ari and Chris are joined by Brookfield Zoo Chicago's Tim Sullivan to talk about the history, evolution, and future of environmental enrichment! Inspired by Tim's presentation at the 2024 ABMA Conference, we discuss the shift from "throwing trash in…

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Your Therapist Needs Therapy 72 - On an Island with Bria Servoss 57:09

28d ago57:09

57:09

This week Jeremy is joined by Bria Servoss of Archipelago Counseling. Bria shares her winding journey into the mental health field, which began with aspirations in music and hairdressing before transitioning into therapy. She discusses the intimate, therapeutic nature of hairdressing and her eventual decision to pursue social work during the pandem…

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Who's Really in Control? 28:15

1M ago28:15

28:15

This episode is all about control — what it means to have self-control and understanding who is truly in control of your life. Sam and Aaron explore the concept of “locus of control” and how it impacts stress, relationships, and mental health. From managing tough situations with friends and family to dealing with anxiety, tune in for practical tips…

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Healing Hearts and Lives Amidst the AIDS Crisis with Echo VanderWal 50:13

1M ago50:13

50:13

There is no lack of complex challenges when delivering health care in the epicenter of the HIV/AIDS crisis. On the show today, we have Echo VanderWal who is the Co-Founder and Executive Director at The Luke Commission in Eswatini. Echo joins Brandon Stiver and Phil Darke for a conversation about calling, the pain and loss created by the AIDS Crisis…

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#260: Luisa Montalvo — 2024 World Champion of Public Speaking

30d ago

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[29:15] World Champion Luisa Montalvo shares her journey to victory, overcoming last-minute doubts & offers tips on speaking & dissects her inspiring speech

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Medicaid Matters with Marta Bralic Kerns 28:46

1M ago28:46

28:46

Marta Bralic Kerns, founder and CEO of Pomelo Care, joins Will Shrank, MD, a16z Bio + Health venture partner. Together, they talk about the innovator’s dilemma with building in the Medicaid space, how Pomelo partners with managed care plans, and the opportunity to potentially lower costs through providing additional support to pregnant women. This …

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Friends Round Friday with Kylie Minogue, Joe Lycett and David Mitchell 31:40

1M ago31:40

31:40

Friends Round Friday is back with a superstar trio of Kylie Minogue, Joe Lycett and David Mitchell! Kylie brings us a new pop treat, Joe gets creative and David WILL NOT DANCE!By BBC Radio 2

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Episode 232: Hey, Wolf - Choose Your Own Adventure! (with Khaz Brooks and Ryan Talbot) 57:36

2M ago57:36

57:36

Want to know more about what control can look like for the animals you work with? This is the episode for you! Ari and Chris are joined by Khaz Brooks and Ryan Talbot to talk about the work they did with (what they learned was) assent training at Wolf Park. They share how research into ABA and control gave them new language for giving their wolves …

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Your Therapist Needs Therapy 71 - The “This Is Fine” Meme, But for Therapy with Emily Aleksy 59:32

1M ago59:32

59:32

The wonderfully authentic Emily Aleksy from ERA Wellness is back on the podcast for another episode. This go around, we talk about burnout. And it’s a great, meaningful topic that maybe doesn’t get talked about with the depth it requires, so we dive in. But, it’s an ADHD deep dive, so we also talk about placentas, the NFL, late stage capitalism, an…

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Bonus Episode: Voices from the 2024 AZA Annual Conference! 36:11

2M ago36:11

36:11

Chris is joined by many people using many microphones to talk about the 2024 AZA Annual Conference in Calgary, Canada! What did we learn? Who did we meet? What did we do? Listen and find out! Big thanks go out to Jen Charette (Zoo Community Manager, Tessere), Liz Evans (Manager of Behavioral Husbandry and Animal Programs), Jon Rossi (host/producer,…

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Medicaid Matters with Nikita Singareddy 29:20

1M ago29:20

29:20

Nikita Singareddy, cofounder and CEO of Fortuna Health, joins Will Shrank, MD, a16z Bio + Health venture partner. Together, they discuss building a useful and convenient platform for Medicaid enrollees, listening to patient feedback to improve, and the complexities of different states’ Medicaid processes. This is the second episode in our Medicaid …

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Spiritual Disciplines and College Life | Dr. James Honeycutt & Bekah Jarman 53:14

1M ago53:14

53:14

In this episode, Sam sits down with CAPS counselors Dr. James Honeycutt and Bekah Jarman to talk about spiritual disciplines and how they can fit into the busy lives of students. They share their own stories about growing up with different faith backgrounds and discuss how practices like prayer, journaling, silence, and solitude can help students c…

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Episode 231: The Bizarre and Circuitous Route of a Lifetime of Learning (with Ken Ramirez) 56:48

2M ago56:48

56:48

After wayyyyy too much time of talking about making it happen, Chris and Ari finally sit down to chat with the legendary Ken Ramirez! Ken shares his inspiring and unique journey through the animal training field—from his early passion for guide dogs, to his long career in marine mammal training, all the way up to his current role leading up Karen P…

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