Best Sam Berger Podcasts (2024)

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Famed Michigan State Basketball Alum Sam Vincent: Living A Life On And Off The Court With Character 43:19

4h ago43:19

43:19

In this episode, Dr. Rod Berger spends time with Michigan State University basketball legend and upcoming Homecoming Grand Marshal Sam Vincent. Sam recalls an unforgettable moment on the court when an encouraging thump on the chest from Charles Oakley sparked an outstanding performance against Isiah Thomas. Reflecting on his journey, Sam shares the…

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Keurig's Bob Stiller: From Family Business to Fair Trade Coffee Pioneer 43:03

5h ago43:03

43:03

In this episode, Dr. Rod Berger spends time with Forbes's very first 'Entrepreneur of the Year' (2001), Bob Stiller. Bob shares his journey of building a multibillion-dollar company, emphasizing the importance of intuition, continuous improvement, and social responsibility. We'll explore how Bob's upbringing and his father's high ethical standards …

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Worth Fighting For: A Conversation with Author John Pavlovitz 47:39

12d ago47:39

47:39

In this episode, John shares his personal experiences and perspectives, advocating for humanity and emphasizing the importance of empathy, curiosity, and inclusivity. As a lifelong lover of comic books, music, and art, Pavlovitz discusses how these interests have shaped his storytelling and commitment to preserving the good in the world. Listen as …

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How The Cool Down Engages Millions: Dave Finocchio’s Vision for Climate Advocacy 45:58

2M ago45:58

45:58

In today's episode, Dr. Rod Berger sits down with Dave Finocchio, the visionary co-founder of Bleacher Report and the current CEO of The Cool Down. Together, they delve into pressing environmental concerns like wildfires and plastic pollution and the critical need for clear, relatable communication on these issues. Dave shares his journey from revo…

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HeadRoom with Oceanic Activist & Artist Joshua Sam Miller 43:28

3M ago43:28

43:28

Happy World Oceans Day, 2024! A special episode of HeadRoom features the incomparable talents of cinematographer, musician, composer, and eco-preneur Joshua Sam Miller. A noted sound and visual activist, Miller has combined his wealth of experience and talent to represent the power of the oceans and marine life, which is desperate for us to underst…

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Building Bridges in Leadership: Greg Zlevor's Approach to Sustainable Connections 34:05

3M ago34:05

34:05

In this episode, we'll delve into leadership beyond the conventional, exploring Greg's pioneering leadership program that aims to break down silos and foster connections within upper-level management. We’ll hear about a participant who felt a deep sense of loss upon leaving the program proof of the powerful bonds it creates and learn about the tran…

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Kendra Davenport: Pioneering Change for Disability Advocacy at Easterseals 25:48

3M ago25:48

25:48

Welcome to another enlightening episode of HeadRoom. Today, we're diving deep into a conversation with Kendra Davenport, the President and CEO of Easterseals. This pivotal organization champions equity, inclusion, and access for people with disabilities, veterans, and older adults. Dr. Rod Berger, your host, sets the stage for a discussion that spa…

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Exploring the Personal Journey in Entrepreneurship with Rusty Gunther 29:26

4M ago29:26

29:26

Welcome to another enlightening episode of HeadRoom, where we dive deep into personal growth and authentic success in today's rapidly changing professional landscape. I'm your host, Dr. Rod Berger, and today I'm joined by the insightful Rusty Gunther. Rusty, a passionate advocate for aligning life's work with personal values, shares his unique pers…

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A Pilot's Perspective: Astronaut John Shoffner on Time, Responsibility, and Space Travel 33:54

4M ago33:54

33:54

Welcome to another episode of HeadRoom. This is your host, Dr. Rod Berger, and today, we have a truly out-of-this-world guest on the show. Buckle up as we join Astronaut John Shoffner on a voyage that transcends the atmosphere and delves into the emotional odyssey of realizing a lifelong dream. From the moment of liftoff to the realization that bei…

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Sarah Nagy on AI's Impact: Rethinking Careers and Learning in a Tech-Driven World 38:38

4M ago38:38

38:38

Welcome to the episode of HeadRoom. Today, we're diving deep into the transformative world of artificial intelligence with a trailblazing guest, Sarah Nagy, Co-Founder and CEO of SEEK AI. With an impressive background in finance and startups, Sarah has consistently stayed ahead of the curve, anticipating the seismic shifts in technology that would …

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HeadRoom with Jennifer Dulski 34:18

5M ago34:18

34:18

Jennifer Dulski has a wide range of executive experience, including leadership roles at Facebook, Google, and Yahoo! and founder, CEO, and president roles at early-stage and scaling startups. She is currently CEO and founder of Rising Team, a company that provides tools, data, and community to turn managers into amazing coaches who build happier an…

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Unveiling the Politzer Saga with Linda Ambrus Broenniman on HeadRoom 51:51

5M ago51:51

51:51

Welcome back to HeadRoom, a sanctuary for the curious mind and a canvas for thought-provoking stories, with your host, Dr. Rod Berger. Today's episode bridges the past with the present as we delve into the compelling narrative crafted by Linda Ambrus Broenniman in her book "The Politzer Saga." In this conversation, Linda peels back the layers of a …

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HeadRoom with Ken Janssens of Windō on Sustainability Data & Next Gen Talent 47:47

6M ago47:47

47:47

Berger sits down with Windō co-founder and former Chief Data Officer at J.P. Morgan Ken Janssens. The duo explores the new relationship between data and the talent pipeline across the globe. Janssens discusses efforts to more substantively examine sustainability efforts, lengths to close pay gaps, and diversity inequities expressed throughout globa…

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HeadRoom with Fashion & Retail Icon Bruno Schiavi 51:19

6M ago51:19

51:19

In the high-stakes world of global retail and brand development, Bruno Schiavi's name is synonymous with innovation, strategic foresight, and an unerring knack for market disruption. Schiavi's groundbreaking collaborations with the Kardashian empire and the meteoric rise of Uncle Bud’s HEMP & CBD paints a picture of a business savant who has redefi…

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The AFA Podcast Interview: Pablo Berger (Robot Dreams) 18:47

6M ago18:47

18:47

Welcome back to The AFA Podcast and another special interview edition. This time we spoke with Pablo Berger, the director of the Oscar-nominated, Annie, Cesar and European Film Award-winning animated feature Robot Dreams. Pablo comes from a live-action background and with Robot Dreams worked in animation for the first time. We talked about how that…

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HeadRoom with Author Barbara Sommer Feigin & Peter Feigin President, Milwaukee Bucks 44:55

6M ago44:55

44:55

Taking us from Nazi Germany at age two to the boardroom of Gray Advertising (now Grey Global Group), Barbara Feigin's new book My American Dream: A Journey from Fascism to Freedom (Five Star Press, Jan. 2024) is a memoir of resilience, grit and grace. In this powerful episode, Feigin tells of her life as a young German-speaking refugee in a small W…

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HeadRoom with Media Juggernaut Sharon Rechter 29:33

7M ago29:33

29:33

HeadRoom with the incomparable co-founder and President of First Media, Sharon Rechter. Dr. Rod and Sharon discuss what it's like to build a media company from the ground up in an ever-changing media space, her life and family, and her inspiration to work as tirelessly as she does. Sharon is a powerhouse rooted in family, history, and impact. First…

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HeadRoom with Famed Speaker Richard Gerver 50:08

8M ago50:08

50:08

Richard Gerver came to prominence when, as a headteacher, he turned around a failing school in the UK in under two years. Winning plaudits globally, Richard was labeled The Walt Disney of The Classroom by the UK media and went on to win a multitude of international awards, including a UNESCO award for leadership and innovation, Global Gurus Top 30 …

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HeadRoom with Historian Steve Babson on Populism in the U.S. 40:16

9M ago40:16

40:16

In HeadRoom with Dr. Rod Berger, the topic of populism is explored with historian and author Dr. Steve Babson. In the newly released book Forgotten Populists: When Farmers Turned Left to Save Democracy (Mission Point Press: April 25, 2023), author Steve Babson, Ph.D tells the story of how the Populists of the 1890s transformed the nation’s politica…

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The Evolving Role of AI in Society with Alex Swartsel of Jobs for the Future 33:15

9M ago33:15

33:15

Welcome back to HeadRoom, in today's episode, we dive deep into the world of artificial intelligence (AI) with our special guest, Alex Swartsel, the managing director of Insights at Jobs for the Future. Guided by our host, Dr. Rod Berger, the duo unravels the complex narratives surrounding AI and its impact on jobs, skills, and society as a whole. …

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The AFA Podcast Interview: Hugh Welchman (The Peasants, Loving Vincent) 21:47

9M ago21:47

21:47

Welcome to another edition of The AFA Podcast Interview series. This time, we spoke with Hugh Welchman co-director of 2017's Loving Vincent and the new oil-painted movie The Peasants. We discussed the story behind Loving Vincent as well as hearing all about The Peasants, which opens in UK cinemas on December 8. --- Send in a voice message: https://…

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HeadRoom with Cindy Watson on the Power of Negotiation 42:24

9M ago42:24

42:24

The Power Within: Cindy Watson's Journey In today's episode, we have the privilege of talking to the one and only Cindy Watson, founder of Women on Purpose and creator of the groundbreaking book Art of Feminine Negotiation. Cindy has an impressive background as an attorney specializing in social justice law for over three decades, is a TEDx and int…

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HeadRoom with Dr. Jason Jay - ChatGPT's Impact In Education 41:27

9M ago41:27

41:27

Jason Jay is a Senior Lecturer at the MIT Sloan School of Management and Director of the Sustainability Initiative at MIT Sloan. He teaches courses on leadership, strategy, and innovation for sustainable business. Jason engages students and alumni in hands-on projects with leading companies and organizations. These efforts help build a community of…

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The AFA Podcast Interview: Robert Chandler 22:25

10M ago22:25

22:25

Well hello there listener, and welcome back to another edition of The AFA Podcast Interviews. On this Edition, we spoke with Robert Chandler who is the producer and co-director of the new adaptation of Oscar Wild's The Canterville Ghost, which is coming to US Cinemas for October 20. He spoke about his early career, the film's long journey to the sc…

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HeadRoom with Miki Agrawal 37:54

11M ago37:54

37:54

Miki Agrawal, the trailblazing Brooklyn-based entrepreneur and thought leader known for founding two $100 million companies that put her on the cover of Entrepreneur magazine - TUSHY and THINX - joins HeadRoom. Check out some of her past coverage and watch her 2019 Mindvalley Talk. Miki's journey in the world of entrepreneurship saw both great succ…

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HeadRoom with Deniz Ozgur 32:35

11M ago32:35

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HeadRoom with Deniz Ozgur Dr. Rod Berger is joined by Deniz Ozgur, recognized on Forbes’ 30 Under 30 list, and operates at the nexus of technology, finance, and fashion. After securing a degree in Economics and Finance in 2020, she moved rapidly into the role of Head of Growth at Techsign, an industry leader in AI-enhanced KYC solutions. In 2021, D…

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HeadRoom with Code.org's Hadi Partovi 38:33

12M ago38:33

38:33

HeadRoom with Code.org's Hadi Partovi Hadi Partovi is a tech entrepreneur, investor, and CEO of the education nonprofit Code.org. Partovi discusses AI 101 for Teachers and how the world might change due to the power of technology across the globe. Born in Tehran, Iran, Hadi grew up during the Iran-Iraq war. His school did not offer computer science…

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HeadRoom with Famed Mathematician Conrad Wolfram 43:32

1y ago43:32

43:32

HeadRoom with Conrad Wolfram Conrad Wolfram is the younger Wolfram of Wolfram Research—it's the brothers who started Wolfram|Alpha, Demonstrations, and the core underlying technology—Mathematica. Conrad founded the European Wolfram Research in 1991 after his brother Stephen set up the headquarters in the US. Since 1997 Conrad has also been strategi…

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HeadRoom with Famed NBA Trainer Chris Brickley 36:38

1y ago36:38

36:38

HeadRoom with Chris Brickley - With nearly 60 NBA players as clients and a viral online following, Chris Brickley is one of the most sought-after NBA skills trainers. Based in New York, his off-season workouts attract NBA titans and up-and-comers as well as music icons. Chris shares his training moments with his 1.5 million Instagram followers - bl…

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The AFA Podcast Interview: Jeremy Purcell (Puffin Rock and The New Friends) 16:54

1y ago16:54

16:54

Welcome back to The AFA Podcast and another edition of our Interview series. This time we were lucky enough to speak with Jeremy Purcell of Cartoon Saloon. Jeremy previously worked on The Secret Of Kells, Song of The Sea and The Prophet and is the director of Puffin Rock And The New Friends, the film spin-off from Cartoon Saloon's TV series. --- Se…

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HeadRoom with Dr. Lee Berger 42:17

1y ago42:17

42:17

HeadRoom with Dr. Lee Berger Paleoanthropology, Research, Human Ancestors Dr. Berger and Dr. Berger (yeah, that's right) discuss Lee's Netflix documentary about his book, Cave of Bones, and his perspective on life and the big questions still remaining about our species. Lee Berger is an award-winning paleoanthropologist whose explorations into huma…

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The AFA Podcast Interview With Leslie Iwerks (The Pixar Story, Super Powered) 11:58

1y ago11:58

11:58

Welcome back to The AFA Podcast and another edition of our interview series. It's a bit of a different one this time as we spoke to documentary film maker Leslie Iwerks.Leslie started her career with the film The Hand Behind The Mouse on her grandfather and Disney Legend Ub Iwerks. She also directed The Pixar Story and most recently co-directed Sup…

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HeadRoom with Bobby Bones 45:24

1y ago45:24

45:24

Bobby Bones (born Bobby Estell; April 2, 1980)[1] is an American radio and television personality, best known for hosting the nationally syndicated The Bobby Bones Show, originating from the iHeart Studios in Nashville, TN, and for his role as a full-time mentor on American Idol on ABC. He was the winner of season 27 of Dancing with the Stars with …

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HeadRoom with Angie Murimirwa 36:22

1y ago36:22

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HeadRoom with Angie MurimirwaBy HeadRoom with Dr. Rod Berger

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The AFA Podcast Interview: With Caroline Foley 28:57

1y ago28:57

28:57

Well hello there listener and welcome to another fine edition of The AFA Podcast Interview Series. This time we spoke with Caroline Foley who is an animator, story artist, storyboard artist and story editor whose credits include BoJack Horseman, Rick and Morty and Robot Chicken. We spoke about everything from Caroline's early career to what it's li…

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Why Famed Artist Rich Tu's Human Response Exhibit is a Must-See 35:34

1y ago35:34

35:34

On this episode of HeadRoom, host Dr. Rod Berger invites Rich Tu, a first-generation Filipino American, onto the show to discuss his current exhibit 'Human Response'. Rich is an award-winning designer and artist based in Brooklyn who has worked with several high-profile clients and has exhibited around the world. Dr. Berger delves deep with Rich to…

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The AFA Podcast Interview: Mark Evitts (Frog and Toad) 22:59

1+ y ago22:59

22:59

Welcome once again to the AFA Podcast Interview series. This time we spoke with Mark Evitts, who is the composer and songwriter for the Apple Original series Frog and Toad. It was an interesting conversation that covers Mark's earlier career and his road to Frog and Toad, what it was like working on the show and more. We hope you'll find it to be a…

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HeadRoom with Karl Liapunov 49:14

1+ y ago49:14

49:14

HeadRoom with Karl Liapunov This is one of Berger's favorite episodes of the year - go behind the scenes with a leading entrepreneur who left the U.S. for Norway to become the Head of Energy at one of the world's most prolific incubators. Karl is transparent, inspiring, and just downright likable. Karl Liapunov grew up in Ridgefield, CT, with an Am…

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HeadRoom with Steven Preston 33:09

1+ y ago33:09

33:09

Prior to joining GII, Preston held leadership positions in the public and private sectors. Preston served as Secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and as the Administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration, leading both federal agencies during times of national crisis. He orchestrated successful turnarounds as th…

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HeadRoom with Jessie James Decker 29:59

1+ y ago29:59

29:59

Jessie James Decker - Singer, songwriter, TV personality, fashion designer, beauty and lifestyle influencer/entrepreneur, and 2x New York Times best-selling author, Jessie James Decker has emerged as a multi-platform juggernaut juggling fashion brands like her personally designed Kittenish line with four retail stores and growing, along with her te…

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The AFA Podcast With Pat Irwin 20:11

1+ y ago20:11

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Welcome back to another edition of The AFA Podcast's Interview series. This time we were lucky enough to chat with Pat Irwin. Pat is a musician and composer whose animated credits include the soundtracks to Rocko's Modern Life, Pepper Ann and Spongebob Square Pants. The soundtrack to Rocko's Modern Life has just been released on Nickelodeon Records…

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The AFA Podcast Interview With Sean Godsey and Nic Collins (Adult Swim Smalls) 26:51

1+ y ago26:51

26:51

Welcome back to The AFA Podcast. This week in our latest interview special we sat down with filmmakers Sean Godsey and Nic Collins. Sean and Nic's short Thoron The Conqueror is available as part of Adult Swim's Smalls program. We talked about their careers, how Thoron came to be, the best cartoon villains and more. --- Send in a voice message: http…

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HeadRoom with Terry Bradshaw 55:56

1+ y ago55:56

55:56

NFL Hall of Fame quarterback Terry Bradshaw spends time with Dr. Rod Berger to discuss life after football, his time in front of the camera, retirement, horses, family, and entrepreneurship. Bradshaw is his usually affable self engaging Berger in an in-depth and revealing conversation. The interview takes twists and turns to land on his role as a b…

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The AFA Podcast Interview: Sam Lanier 13:26

1+ y ago13:26

13:26

Welcome back to The AFA Podcast. We're here with another special interview episode. This time Chris spoke with Sam Lanier, the director of two of the shorts in another batch of Adult Swim Smalls shorts coming to Adults Swim's YouTube Channel this April. Sam is a Brooklyn-based animator and comedian, part of the comedy group Simple Town, as well as …

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20 - The Secret to Building a Strong Brand in the Hotel Industry with Maurice Ajanaku from citizenM Hotels 49:06

1+ y ago49:06

49:06

Building a strong hotel brand is so much more than just having nice colours, logos and fonts. It goes beyond the website and into the guest experience on-site but what does that mean, and how do you know if your brand needs work? In this episode of The Hotel Marketing Show, we talked with branding expert Maurice Ajanaku, the Global Brand Marketing …

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ANNY Animator Interview #43 featuring Svilen Dimitrov & Mila Voinikova 38:01

1+ y ago38:01

38:01

Yvonne Grzenkowicz interviews director Svilen Dimitrov and producer Mila Voinikova of the film “REW DAY” (produced by Miramar Film) featured in Program 76 of our In Competition Films for Season 8 of Animation Nights New York. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/animation-for-adults/message…

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HeadRoom with Aubrey Flynn 41:54

1+ y ago41:54

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HeadRoom with Aubrey Flynn - Aubrey Flynn, who after 15 years of working across A-listers’ brand portfolios including Diddy (Ciroc), Snoop Dogg (Indoggo), Charles Barkley (Redmont), etc. is excited to announce the launch of his own streetwear brand, Goals Supply. The collection features headwear, hoodies, sweatshirts, T-shirts, joggers, shorts, and…

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19 - Demystifying Revenue Managers with Rebekka Berger from Hotel Okura Amsterdam 37:19

1+ y ago37:19

37:19

As resources are stretched and hotels are recovering post-pandemic, alignment between internal teams has never been more important. Understanding the roles of your peers and how teams can strategically pool resources, work towards the same goals and collaborate is crucial for this. In this episode of The Hotel Marketing Show, we talk with Rebekka B…

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Global Education Coming To African Continent Through PowerSchool and OneConnect Collaboration 39:19

1+ y ago39:19

39:19

Rogers Sithole & Hardeep Gulati join Dr. Rod Berger for this episode of HeadRoom. Gulati, the CEO of PowerSchool, and Sithole, the Chairman and Education Managing Director at OneConnect, stop by to talk about education across the African continent and the collaboration that aims to change the trajectory for millions of young people. Gulati was rece…

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The AFA Podcast Episode 167: Animation First 2023 2:11:54

1+ y ago2:11:54

2:11:54

Yvonne Grzenkowicz and Kelly Barahona sit down to chat about the FIAF: Animation First Festival 2023. Full show notes at https://www.animationforadults.com/search/label/Podcast?&max-results=10 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/animation-for-adults/message

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