Best Lone Rebels Podcasts (2024)

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Product Leadership at Scale 40:16

2d ago40:16

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In this episode, Vidya Dinamani and Heather Samarin welcome Marianne McPeak-Johnson, EVP & Chief Product Officer at Cox Automotive. Marianne shares her inspiring journey from tech operations to product leadership, emphasizing the power of design thinking, human-centered design, and the jobs-to-be-done framework. She discusses how she integrates the…

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The Messy 'Megalopolis'

4d ago

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MovieStillsDB On this week’s episode, Sonny Bunch (The Bulwark), Alyssa Rosenberg (The Washington Post), and Peter Suderman (Reason) ask why so few watch Netflix’s prestige pictures, and if it really matters. Then they discuss Francis Ford Coppola’s long-in-gestation epic fable, Megalopolis. Yes, it’s a mess, but is it a brilliant one? Make sure to…

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The Messy 'Megalopolis' 47:07

4d ago47:07

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On this week’s episode, Sonny Bunch (The Bulwark), Alyssa Rosenberg (The Washington Post), and Peter Suderman (Reason) ask why so few watch Netflix’s prestige pictures, and if it really matters. Then they discuss Francis Ford Coppola’s long-in-gestation epic fable, Megalopolis. Yes, it’s a mess, but is it a brilliant one? Make sure to swing by Bulw…

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Lone 'Wolfs'

11d ago

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MovieStillsDB On this week’s episode, Sonny Bunch (The Bulwark), Alyssa Rosenberg (The Washington Post), and Peter Suderman (Reason) discuss the $2.2 billion in improvements to movie theaters, which are looking to add more premium screens and more … ziplines and pickleball courts? What could go wrong! Then they review Wolfs, which hits AppleTV+ on …

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Lone 'Wolfs' 38:06

11d ago38:06

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On this week’s episode, Sonny Bunch (The Bulwark), Alyssa Rosenberg (The Washington Post), and Peter Suderman (Reason) discuss the $2.2 billion in improvements to movie theaters, which are looking to add more premium screens and more … ziplines and pickleball courts? What could go wrong! Then they review Wolfs, which hits AppleTV+ on Friday and had…

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Innovating with Purpose 30:36

16d ago30:36

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Vidya Dinamani and Heather Samarin chat with Ryan Johnson, Chief Product Officer at CallRail, a leader in AI-powered conversation intelligence. Ryan shares his journey from engineering to product leadership, driving CallRail’s growth to over 200,000 customers and $100 million in recurring revenue. He offers insights into navigating diverse customer…

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'Rebel Ridge,' a Movie with a Message

18d ago

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MovieStillsDB On this week’s episode, Sonny Bunch (The Bulwark), Alyssa Rosenberg (The Washington Post), and Peter Suderman (Reason) discuss Francis Ford Coppola’s libel suit against Variety, as well as a whacky idea for the theatrical presentation of Megalopolis. Then they review Rebel Ridge, a movie with a message. Were Sonny and Peter suckered i…

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'Rebel Ridge,' a Movie with a Message 41:06

18d ago41:06

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On this week’s episode, Sonny Bunch (The Bulwark), Alyssa Rosenberg (The Washington Post), and Peter Suderman (Reason) discuss Francis Ford Coppola’s libel suit against Variety, as well as a whacky idea for the theatrical presentation of Megalopolis. Then they review Rebel Ridge, a movie with a message. Were Sonny and Peter suckered in by the film’…

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The Messy 'Beetlejuice Beetlejuice' 42:18

25d ago42:18

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On this week’s episode, Sonny Bunch (The Bulwark), Alyssa Rosenberg (The Washington Post), and Peter Suderman (Reason) discuss why indie studios like Neon can’t really afford great films like Hit Man anymore. Then they review Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, a nostalgia play with too many new elements. Thanks again to everyone who showed up for the live sh…

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The Messy 'Beetlejuice Beetlejuice'

25d ago

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MovieStillsDB On this week’s episode, Sonny Bunch (The Bulwark), Alyssa Rosenberg (The Washington Post), and Peter Suderman (Reason) discuss why indie studios like Neon can’t really afford great films like Hit Man anymore. Then they review Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, a nostalgia play with too many new elements. Thanks again to everyone who showed up f…

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From Feature-based to Problem-oriented Thinking 30:56

1M ago30:56

30:56

Heather Samarin and Vidya Dinamani chat with Lauren Chan Lee, Chief Product Officer at Leap Event Technology. Lauren shares her journey from StubHub to advising startups like Rebel Girls, and emphasizing the importance of standing up for user needs, even with it means going against the grain. She discusses strategies for shifting from feature-based…

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Revisiting 'A Quiet Place: Day One'

1M ago

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MovieStillsDB On this week’s episode, Sonny Bunch (The Bulwark), Alyssa Rosenberg (The Washington Post), and Peter Suderman (Reason) discuss Bloomberg’s odd decision to bury Olivia Nuzzi’s interview show. (For background, make sure to read Ben Smith’s story on the matter.) Then they review A Quiet Place: Day One, which hit Paramount+ recently. Is t…

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Revisiting 'A Quiet Place: Day One' 39:40

1M ago39:40

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On this week’s episode, Sonny Bunch (The Bulwark), Alyssa Rosenberg (The Washington Post), and Peter Suderman (Reason) discuss Bloomberg’s odd decision to bury Olivia Nuzzi’s interview show. (For background, make sure to read Ben Smith’s story on the matter.) Then they review A Quiet Place: Day One, which hit Paramount+ recently. Is the latest from…

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Should You 'Blink Twice'?

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MovieStillsDB On this week’s episode, Sonny Bunch (The Bulwark), Alyssa Rosenberg (The Washington Post), and Peter Suderman (Reason) discuss the Megalopolis trailer disaster. (Plus: AI ranks the Across the Movie Aisle hosts!) Then they reviewed Blink Twice, a movie that prizes its message over its drama but doesn’t have a good hold on its message e…

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Should You 'Blink Twice'? 38:12

1M ago38:12

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On this week’s episode, Sonny Bunch (The Bulwark), Alyssa Rosenberg (The Washington Post), and Peter Suderman (Reason) discuss the Megalopolis trailer disaster. (Plus: AI ranks the Across the Movie Aisle hosts!) Then they reviewed Blink Twice, a movie that prizes its message over its drama but doesn’t have a good hold on its message either. Make su…

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Mastering the Strategic "No" 35:53

1M ago35:53

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Vidya Dinamani and Heather Samarin sit down with Rupali Jain, Chief Product Officer at Optimizely, to explore the intricacies of product leadership. With a storied career spanning Microsoft, Qualtrics, Box, and Tableau, Rupali shares her rebellious approach to driving successful outcomes over rigid processes. She discusses her strategies for balanc…

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How 'Alien: Romulus' Resurrected the Franchise

2M ago

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MovieStillsDB On this week’s episode, Sonny Bunch (The Bulwark), Alyssa Rosenberg (The Washington Post), and Peter Suderman (Reason) discussed a strange casting choice in the cons and nons segment before reviewing Alien: Romulus. We also teased this week’s bonus episode about the Alien franchise and its shift from a series about Ellen Ripley’s effo…

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How 'Alien: Romulus' Resurrected the Franchise 42:50

2M ago42:50

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On this week’s episode, Sonny Bunch (The Bulwark), Alyssa Rosenberg (The Washington Post), and Peter Suderman (Reason) discussed a strange casting choice in the cons and nons segment before reviewing Alien: Romulus. We also teased this week’s bonus episode about the Alien franchise and its shift from a series about Ellen Ripley’s efforts to survive…

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'The Instigators,' a Perfect Streaming Picture

2M ago

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Before we get started: we have a Bulwark Live event in Dallas on September 5 featuring Sarah, Tim, Bill, and special guest Adam Kinzinger (as well as myself), and then a bunch of us will be down in Austin on September 6 and 7 as part of the Texas Tribune Festival. Come hang out! — SB ‘The Instigators’ (MovieStillsDB) On this week’s episode, Sonny B…

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'The Instigators,' a Perfect Streaming Picture 43:15

2M ago43:15

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Before we get started: we have a Bulwark Live event in Dallas on September 5 featuring Sarah, Tim, Bill, and special guest Adam Kinzinger (as well as myself), and then a bunch of us will be down in Austin on September 6 and 7 as part of the Texas Tribune Festival. Come hang out! — SB On this week’s episode, Sonny Bunch (The Bulwark), Alyssa Rosenbe…

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Empathy-driven Product Success 40:22

2M ago40:22

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Heather Samarin and Vidya Dinamani meet to chat with Boston Nyer, COO and CPO at Momentum as well as Co-founder of Burn. Boston discusses saving users a trillion dollars in fuel costs, the environmental impact of saving 100 million trees, and the challenges of creating physical products. He shares his journey from developing cookstoves in Kenya to …

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'Deadpool & Wolverine' Pulls Audiences Back In

2M ago

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MovieStillsDB On this week’s episode, Sonny Bunch (The Bulwark), Alyssa Rosenberg (The Washington Post), and Peter Suderman (Reason) review Deadpool & Wolverine, the first $200 million opening movie in two-and-a-half years. It’s definitely a movie! Then they discuss Homicide: Life on the Street, a beloved show that’s finally hitting streaming. But …

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'Deadpool & Wolverine' Pulls Audiences Back In 39:43

2M ago39:43

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On this week’s episode, Sonny Bunch (The Bulwark), Alyssa Rosenberg (The Washington Post), and Peter Suderman (Reason) review Deadpool & Wolverine, the first $200 million opening movie in two-and-a-half years. It’s definitely a movie! Then they discuss Homicide: Life on the Street, a beloved show that’s finally hitting streaming. But there’s one sm…

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Agile Testing for B2B Success 36:12

2M ago36:12

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Join Heather Samarin and Vidya Dinamani as they dive into a compelling conversation with Julia Stefani, CPO at Treasure Financial. Discover how Julia navigates the unique challenges of B2B research, building trust within her organization through hypothesis-driven insights and agile testing. Learn about her journey from hypothesis to market success,…

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Is 'Twisters' the Summer's Popcorn Hit? 35:38

2M ago35:38

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On this week’s episode, Sonny Bunch (The Bulwark), Alyssa Rosenberg (The Washington Post), and Peter Suderman (Reason) ask if Hollywood is to blame for the rise of J.D. Vance thanks to Netflix’s Oscar-bait biopic, Hillbilly Elegy. Then they review Twisters, the first real popcorn hit of the summer. Make sure to swing by Friday for a bonus episode a…

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Is 'Twisters' the Summer's Popcorn Hit?

2M ago

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‘Twisters’ (MovieStillsDB) On this week’s episode, Sonny Bunch (The Bulwark), Alyssa Rosenberg (The Washington Post), and Peter Suderman (Reason) ask if Hollywood is to blame for the rise of J.D. Vance thanks to Netflix’s Oscar-bait biopic, Hillbilly Elegy. Then they review Twisters, the first real popcorn hit of the summer. Make sure to swing by F…

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Best of 2024 (So Far!) 41:08

3M ago41:08

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On this week’s episode, Sonny Bunch (The Bulwark), Alyssa Rosenberg (The Washington Post), and Peter Suderman (Reason) discuss the best movies and TV shows from the first half of 2024. It’s been an interesting year so far; what’s on the top of our lists? Then we review Fly Me to the Moon, a movie that asks what if we had to fake the moon landing to…

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Cultivating User-Centric Decision Making 33:24

3M ago33:24

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Join Vidya Dinamani and Heather Samarin as they dive into an inspiring conversation with Zac Hays, Chief Product Officer at Luxury Presence. With nearly two decades of experience, Zac has mastered simplifying product strategy and fostering product-led growth. In this episode, he shares his journey from leading teams at Autodesk and Microsoft to inn…

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A Cop's Return to 'Beverly Hills' 36:55

3M ago36:55

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On this week’s episode, Sonny Bunch (The Bulwark), Alyssa Rosenberg (The Washington Post), and Peter Suderman (Reason) discuss the merger of Skydance and Paramount and David Ellison’s place in the Hollywood firmament. Then we review Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F, a legacyquel of the highest caliber! (It’s fine.) Make sure to swing by Friday for our bon…

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Kevin Costner Goes to the 'Horizon' 45:20

3M ago45:20

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On this week’s episode, Sonny Bunch (The Bulwark), Alyssa Rosenberg (The Washington Post), and Peter Suderman (Reason) have questions about the Microsoft AI head’s understanding of Fair Use, as it relates to copyright. Then they review Horizon: An American Saga — Chapter One. Does Kevin Costner still have that old western magic? Or is this simply t…

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Innovating Healthcare Solutions Through Tech 41:20

3M ago41:20

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Heather Samarin and Vidya Dinamani sit down with Nupur Srivastava, COO of Included Health. From her beginnings at Alivecor to her decade-long tenure at Grand Rounds Health, Nupur has been a trailblazer in leveraging technology and empathy to revolutionize healthcare. Nupur dicsusses her innovative approach to enhancing patient outcomes, the importa…

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'Inside Out 2' and 'The Bikeriders' 39:11

3M ago39:11

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On this week’s episode, Sonny Bunch (The Bulwark), Alyssa Rosenberg (The Washington Post), and Peter Suderman (Reason) discuss two new movies this week. First up is Inside Out 2, which is smashing box office records for an animated film. But is it any good? And then they discuss The Bikeriders, Jeff Nichols’s new picture that might be described as …

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Is 'Hit Man' a Deeper Romcom? 39:21

4M ago39:21

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On this week’s episode, Sonny Bunch (The Bulwark), Alyssa Rosenberg (The Washington Post), and Peter Suderman (Reason) discuss Sony Pictures Entertainment’s purchase of the Alamo Drafthouse. Then they review Richard Linklater’s Hit Man, the new film starring (and cowritten by) Glen Powell. Is it a frothy romcom filled with sexy, silly fun? Or is th…

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The Power of Peer Learning 46:28

4M ago46:28

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Vidya Dinamani and Heather Samarin engage in compelling conversation with Lexy Franklin, Founder and CEO of Sidebar. Lexy illuminates his insightful journey from Facebook to establishing Sidebar - a distinctive community uniting the world's most dynamic leaders in small peer groups to expedite goal achievement. He also delves into the influential p…

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Riding with the 'Bad Boys' 34:26

4M ago34:26

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On this week’s episode, Sonny Bunch (The Bulwark), Alyssa Rosenberg (The Washington Post), and Peter Suderman (Reason) discuss the shuttering of a franchised chain of Alamo Drafthouses. What does this mean for the theatrical industry writ large? Then they reviewed Bad Boys: Ride or Die, a movie that will appeal greatly to anyone who likes boys who …

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'The Last Stop in Yuma County's' Nasty Surprises 34:17

4M ago34:17

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On this week’s episode, Sonny Bunch (The Bulwark), Alyssa Rosenberg (The Washington Post), and Peter Suderman (Reason) ask how we wound up in a future in which people pull out their cell phone cameras to tape Chipotle’s burrito artisans in order to get a little extra rice and beans. Is the burrito panopticon the future we signed up for? And then th…

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Leveraging Data for Customer Insights 39:56

4M ago39:56

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Heather Samarin and Vidya Dinamani chat with Herman Man, Chief Product Officer at Bluevine. He shares insights on hiring passionate product managers, leveraging data for customer insights, and leading by example. Tune in to learn about Herman's strategies for creating delightful user experiences and scaling product teams, and hear his advice for as…

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AI and the Wasteland 43:36

4M ago43:36

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On this week’s episode, Sonny Bunch (The Bulwark), Alyssa Rosenberg (The Washington Post), and Peter Suderman (Reason) debate OpenAI’s use of a voice that sounds suspiciously like Scarlett Johansson. Then they head into the Wasteland to review Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga. Make sure to swing by Friday for an apocalyptic bonus episode. And if you liked t…

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Why 'The Idea of You' Doesn't Really Work 43:20

5M ago43:20

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On this week’s episode, Sonny Bunch (The Bulwark), Alyssa Rosenberg (The Washington Post), and Peter Suderman (Reason) discuss the rise of YouTube as a serious vector for televisual consumption. Then they review The Idea of You, a movie that doesn’t really work on any level yet has put up bonkers numbers for Prime Video. If you enjoyed the episode,…

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The Power of Trial Ballooning 42:59

5M ago42:59

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Join Vidya Dinamani and Heather Samarin on the latest episode of the Product Rebels Podcast featuring Michael Cerda, CPO of TelevisaUnivision. Michael talks empowering teams and driving innovation, drawing from his experience at companies like Disney and Live Nation. Learn how he navigates corporate dynamics while advocating for customer-centric st…

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'Apes' Together, Strong? 37:58

5M ago37:58

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On this week’s episode, Sonny Bunch (The Bulwark), Alyssa Rosenberg (The Washington Post), and Peter Suderman (Reason) discuss Apple’s disastrous new iPad ad. But did people overreact to the image of creative tools being turned into a wafer-thin iPad? And then they reviewed Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes, a movie with lots of ideas, though one t…

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The Perfectly Pleasant 'Fall Guy' 40:07

5M ago40:07

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On this week’s episode, Sonny Bunch (The Bulwark), Alyssa Rosenberg (The Washington Post), and Peter Suderman (Reason) discussed whether or not steamy movie scenes are back (per the New York Times) or on their way to extinction (per the Economist). Then they reviewed The Fall Guy, an imperfect movie that’s still a perfectly good time to watch. Make…

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'Challengers' Ignites Audience Desires 44:25

5M ago44:25

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On this week’s episode, Sonny Bunch (The Bulwark), Alyssa Rosenberg (The Washington Post), and Peter Suderman (Reason) asked if Jerry Seinfeld was right about the state of comedy. (You can read his full interview with David Remnick here.) Then they review Challengers, an erotically charged relationship movie set in the world of professional tennis.…

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From Sales-led to Product-driven 29:16

5M ago29:16

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Join Heather Samarin and Vidya Dinamani for an inspiring conversation with Brian Fugere, Chief Product Officer of Symplr. Discover Brian's journey of reshaping organization with a customer-centric approach and explore how he rebuilt a company and led a rapid rebranding in just three weeks.By Product Rebels

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The Chilling, Frustrating 'Civil War' 53:24

6M ago53:24

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On this week’s episode, Sonny Bunch (The Bulwark), Alyssa Rosenberg (The Washington Post), and Peter Suderman (Reason) discussed whether or not the stars of The Blair Witch Project should get back-residuals for services already rendered. (You can read the full story here.) Then they discussed Civil War, Alex Garland’s travelogue through a war-torn …

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Across the Movie Aisle Live! 44:35

6M ago44:35

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Very special episode this week, as Sonny Bunch (The Bulwark), Alyssa Rosenberg (The Washington Post), and Peter Suderman (Reason) discuss Denis Villeneuve’s 2016 film, Arrival, live from the Alamo Drafthouse in Washington, D.C. This was a very fun episode to tape and I hope everyone who showed up had a good time; we certainly had a great time meeti…

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Breaking Silos: The Collaboration Revolution 34:35

6M ago34:35

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Vidya Dinamani and Heather Samarin sit down with Clarissa Riggins, CPO of Experian Health. Discover the importance of empathy in product management, as Clarissa reflects on her experiences observing end users and what she's learned from them. From formalizing structures to promoting shared accountability, Clarissa provides invaluable insights into …

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Bringing 'Monkey Man' to the Big Screen 41:13

6M ago41:13

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Before we get started: a handful of tickets are left for Across the Movie Aisle live tonight. If you’ve never seen (or, almost as importantly, heard) Arrival on the big screen, you’re not going to want to miss tonight’s screening on the Dolby Atmos Big Show screen at the Bryant Street Drafthouse in DC. It’s going to be a fun show, I can’t wait to s…

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How Dumb Is 'Godzilla x Kong'? 35:52

6M ago35:52

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Before we get started: you’re running out of time to pick up tickets to the live show at the Bryant Street Alamo Drafthouse in DC. Tuesday, April 9. We’re talking Arrival. It’s gonna be great! Tickets are just seven bucks, you really have no excuse not to be there. Yes, Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire is dumb. But is it fun dumb or dumb dumb? That’…

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From Product Leader to Uncommon Executive 32:45

6M ago32:45

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Vidya Dinamani and Heather Samarin spark an inspiring conversation with Yue Zhao, a seasoned product leader who has left her mark on marketplaces, social media giants, and healthcare tech. From scaling Thumbtack to leading product teams at Meta and Fuzzy, Yue shares her journey of fostering innovation, empowerment, and customer obsession. Don't mis…

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