Best Augenblick Podcasts (2024)

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The Charmer's Playbook: With Guests Wilfred Webster & Daniel Read 34:20

4d ago34:20

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"Don't judge a book by its cover" is an old adage for a good reason. Elegant book cover designs can create a positive impression and make you more likely to judge the writing quality more positively. But these traits—cover art and writing—are separate and distinct features of books. So why do we allow the judgment of one trait to spill over to anot…

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May the 4th Be With You Mace Windu! The Phantom Menace Turns 25 w/Marc Bernardin 1:07:00

4d ago1:07:00

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A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away…Take some time this week to remember your original happy hour: Saturday mornings as a kid, waking up at dawn, jumping on the couch with a bowl of chocolate cereal, turning on the ‘toons, tuning out the outside world, and working your way into a sugar hangover before noon. This week, we celebrate May the 4t…

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Talkward w/ guest Bob Eckstein 1:06:00

10d ago1:06:00

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This episode we go off the grid to a dark cabin deep in the Pennsylvania woods where a recluse has come up for air to chat about his new book baby. Cartoonist, author, and all around creative genius Bob Eckstein chats about his new book The World's Greatest Museums. Order it today! https://bit.ly/footnotesmuseum…

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Recipe for Success: With Guests Simon Rogan & Michele Gelfand 34:12

14d ago34:12

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Are rules made to be followed—or meant to be broken? Often, the answer will depend on culture and the context in which people make decisions. In this episode of Choiceology with Katy Milkman, we look at how carefully people in different contexts follow social norms, rules, and procedures. We'll also see how strict and relaxed cultures affect the qu…

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Take the Deal! With Guests Daniel Kahneman, Colin Camerer & Luis Green (Rebroadcast) 44:32

28d ago44:32

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In this episode of Choiceology with Katy Milkman, we look at how framing a decision based on what you stand to lose versus what you stand to gain affects your tolerance of risk. Luis Green was a contestant on the popular TV game show Deal or No Deal. The game is largely one of chance, but there are moments during play where the contestant has an op…

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Did I Do That? Sci-Fi and 80’s Catch Phrases with Richard Bakewell 1:00:00

29d ago1:00:00

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Take some time this week to remember your original happy hour: Saturday mornings as a kid, waking up at dawn, jumping on the couch with a bowl of chocolate cereal, turning on the ‘toons, tuning out the outside world and working your way into a sugar hangover before noon. This week, we talk sci-fi and 80’s catch phrases with our guest, director and …

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Top of Mind: With Guests John Farrell & Manasvini Singh 32:05

1M ago32:05

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When someone asks, "What's your favorite restaurant?" odds are you're inclined to recommend a place you've eaten at recently—even if it's not really your favorite. It's just top of mind. Why do we weigh recent events so heavily? And how does this tendency impact important decisions, like whom to vote for or how to conduct medical procedures? In thi…

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Repeat After Me: With Guests Jennifer LeMesurier & Tali Sharot 34:15

2M ago34:15

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Vitamin C is a cure for the common cold. Bats are blind. Sugar makes children hyperactive. All of these statements are false. So why are they so pervasive? And why do they feel so true? In this episode of Choiceology with Katy Milkman, we look at a phenomenon that can cause us to believe inaccurate information more than we should, and also lead us …

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JACKED REACHER with Alan Ritchson and Lee Child 1:13:00

2M ago1:13:00

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Take some time this week to remember your original happy hour: Saturday mornings as a kid, waking up at dawn, jumping on the couch with a bowl of chocolate cereal, turning on the ‘toons, tuning out the outside world and working your way into a sugar hangover before noon. This week, we talk Reacher with creator and author LeeChild and two interviews…

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How to Make Fun for a Change! 40 Years of The Transformers 1:33:00

4M ago1:33:00

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Take some time this week to remember your original happy hour: Saturday mornings as a kid, waking up at dawn, jumping on the couch with a bowl of chocolate cereal, turning on the ‘toons, tuning out the outside world, and working your way into a sugar hangover before noon. This week, we celebrate 40 years of The Transformers with The Transformers ex…

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#54 - Andrew Chesworth ~ Disney Animator become Director of The Brave Locomotive ~Livecast 53:35

4M ago53:35

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Originally Streamed on YouTube Live Jan 19, 2024. Audio Edited by Kiara Horowitz. Andrew Chesworth is an Oscar-nominated filmmaker living in Burbank, CA. You can see his latest project, The Brave Locomotive at: • The Brave Locomotive He co-wrote and co-directed the short film One Small Step at Taiko Studios. He was an animator for Disney on Froze…

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#53 - Josh Carroll, Ben Rische ~ Heads of Creative and Story at Steamroller Studios ~ D.A. Livecast 52:00

5M ago52:00

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Originally streamed on YouTube Live Dec 13, 2023. Audio edited by Kiara Horowitz. Josh Carroll and Ben Rische are such a powerful creative team that even though they've worked together for years and are currently on Steamroller Animation & Jalil Sadool's Spice Frontier, they're collaborating after hours on their own original Graphic Novel. Ben Risc…

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#52 - AI: Good or Evil? ~ Animation industry expert discussion on artificial intelligence ~ DALivecast 1:28:40

5M ago1:28:40

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Originally streamed on YouTube Live Nov 3, 2023. Artificial Intelligence, more aptly named "machine learning" has been called both good and evil, so in this panel, we tried to have a balanced discussion with animation inustry experts to inspire animation students, business owners, studios, etc. Produced by Jordyn Curley and the Salt Lake Animation …

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(BONUS) From What It's Like to Be … a Forensic Accountant 29:03

5M ago29:03

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Curious what it would be like to walk in someone else's (work) shoes? Join New York Times bestselling author Dan Heath as he explores the world of work, one profession at a time, and interviews people who love what they do. What does a couples therapist think when a friend asks for relationship advice? What happens if a welder fails to wear safety …

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A Quantum Leap to WonderCon 2023! w/ Ernie Hudson & Raymond Lee 1:00:00

5M ago1:00:00

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Produced by MarkE Take some time this week to remember your original happy hour: Saturday mornings as a kid, waking up at dawn, jumping on the couch with a bowl of chocolate cereal, turning on the ‘toons, tuning out the outside world and working your way into a sugar hangover before noon. This week we theorize that one could time travel within our …

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The Franken Berry Season Show! Ahoy Comics CEREAL Mark Russell & Peter Snejbjerg 1:10:00

6M ago1:10:00

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Take some time this week to remember your original happy hour: Saturday mornings as a kid, waking up at dawn, jumping on the couch with a bowl of chocolate cereal, turning on the ‘toons, tuning out the outside world, and working your way into a sugar hangover before noon. It’s all Frights and Delights tonight, as we get you into a blueberry marshma…

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A Sticky Situation: With Guests Richard Thaler, Wendy Wood & Susan Budowski 37:36

7M ago37:36

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Filling out an overly complicated form or waiting on hold for hours to speak with a customer service rep is a frustrating experience. And sometimes it seems like the process itself is designed to be difficult. In this episode of Choiceology with Katy Milkman, we look at how friction––time, distance, complexity, or anything that gets in the way of y…

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Jumping to Conclusions: With Guests David Silbey & Ned Augenblick 37:15

7M ago37:15

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A train was speeding along the tracks in 19th-century England when a passenger suddenly started smashing windows and waving a pistol in the air. People believed his actions were caused by what was, at the time, a new and unfamiliar form of transportation. Doctors posited the rattling motion and noise of trains could cause passengers to act erratica…

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Top Ten Weirdest Kids Shows with Augenblick Studios 1:33:00

7M ago1:33:00

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Take some time this week to remember your original happy hour: Saturday mornings as a kid, waking up at dawn, jumping on the couch with a bowl of chocolate cereal, turning on the ‘toons, tuning out the outside world and working your way into a sugar hangover before noon. This week, things “get weird” with our BFFs: Augenblick Studios' founder Aaron…

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#51 - Armand Serrano ~ Production Designer / viz-dev artist @ MARVEL, DISNEY SONY, BLIZZARD ~Livecast 1:06:38

7M ago1:06:38

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Originally streamed on YouTube Live Oct 6, 2023. Audio edited by Kiara Horowitz. Armand Serrano is a visual development artist, art director, and production designer for animated feature films and games specializing in environment design. He is currently working as a Production Designer for an unannounced biblical animated feature film slated for 2…

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Talkward w/ guest Carlos Greaves 50:13

7M ago50:13

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This episode of Talkward chats with comedy writer Carlos Greaves! His writing has been featured in The New Yorker, NPR, and he is a frequent contributor to the humor site McSweeney’s. His debut book, 'Spoilers: Essays That Might Ruin Your Favorite Hollywood Movies' is available to order now! https://carlosgreaves.com/books/…

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No Mean Feat: With Guests Albert Chen & Elizabeth Tipton 33:46

8M ago33:46

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It’s halftime at a basketball game. A kid nervously steps onto center court. If he can score a basket from center court, he’ll take home the prize money. He tells the announcer that he plays on his elementary school team and that he has been practicing for this moment. The crowd holds their breath as the ball sails through the air, hits the backboa…

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#50 - 15 Pitches In 15 Minutes ~ Scott Wiser Celebration + Extended conversations with director Kevin Lima (A Goofy Movie, Tarzan, Enchanted). 1:03:54

8M ago1:03:54

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15 feature film pitches in 15 minutes: Enchanted, A Goofy Movie, Tarzan director Kevin Lima interviews Scott Wiser about his directing and development process. Original Episode: https://youtu.be/gzfeitSyfQc Extended: Pitches 1-10: • TEN PITCHES for Animated FEATURE FILM... Pitches 11-15: • Episode #50 EXTENDED - 5 New Film Pi... Scott Wiser is curr…

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A Cup of Knowledge: With Guests A.J. Jacobs & Steven Sloman 30:23

8M ago30:23

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Why do ocean waves move the way they do? How does a toaster work? How might ink flow through a ballpoint pen without the help of gravity? You may know the answer to these questions, but explaining them in detail could reveal an unexpected truth. In this episode of Choiceology with Katy Milkman, we look at why people think they understand things bet…

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The Golden Misfits: With Guests Gary Lawless & Erika Kirgios 33:49

9M ago33:49

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What is the difference between buying groceries for the whole week versus grabbing something to eat on the way home each day? Grouping choices together so that you make a bunch of selections all at once can seem daunting, but it can actually help you reach your goals faster. In this episode of Choiceology with Katy Milkman, we look at how taking a …

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#49 - Chris Wall ~ Wingfeather Saga and Veggie Tales ~ Shining Isle Productions ~ D.A. Livecast 47:26

9M ago47:26

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Originally Streamed on YouTube Live Aug 18, 2023. Audio edited by Kiara Horowitz. Chris is a creator of family and faith-infused entertainment such as the Wingfeather Saga now streaming on Angel Studios' Platform. He spent over a decade producing 16 movies for the venerated VeggieTales franchise. That included the wildly successful "Wonderful Wizar…

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An Accidental Experiment: With Guests Steven Levitt, Solomon Ezra & Stephen Spector 32:57

9M ago32:57

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Scientifically sound, randomized experiments can be expensive and difficult to run. But there’s an alternative: It turns out that certain real-life situations can also generate useful scientific data. The trick is finding them. In this episode of Choiceology with Katy Milkman, we look at how events outside of our control can create opportunities fo…

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Talkward w/ guest Justin Avery Smith 1:17:15

9M ago1:17:15

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This week we are talking to comedy writer, pop culture fan, and trekkie, Justin Avery Smith. We chat about cosplay, comedy and his crush on Cmdr William T. Riker. Justin writes for Mcsweeney’s, Slackjaw, RobotButt, The Whole Wheat Post, Points In Case, and Greener Pastures. Follow him @justinaverysmith…

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#48 - Eric Koenig ~ Director of The Simpsons and HouseBroken BTS Interview ~ D.A. Livecast 46:40

10M ago46:40

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Originally Streamed on YouTube Live July 21, 2023. Audio edited by Kiara Horowitz. He's not only directed the Simpsons and HouseBroken, but also animated on classics such as Cat's Don't Dance, Prince of Egypt, and The Tigger Movie. Join Eric Koenig and Scott Wiser as we discuss his long, successful career and his directing Philosophy!You can follow…

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SDCC Nights: The Magic of the DC Animated Movie Premiere! 1:02:00

10M ago1:02:00

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Take some time this week to remember your original happy hour: Saturday mornings as a kid, waking up at dawn, jumping on the couch with a bowl of chocolate cereal, turning on the ‘toons, tuning out the outside world and working your way into a sugar hangover before noon. This week we catch a movie, the San Diego Comic-Con way! Going back to the ear…

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#47 - Ruby Gillman: Teenage Kraken ~ Dreamworks Head of Story, Glenn Harmon ~ D.A. Livecast 48:19

10M ago48:19

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Originally Streamed on YouTube Live June 30, 2023. Audio Edited by Kiara Horowitz. With this new Dreamworks film In theaters June 30, let's have a second conversation with Head of Story, Glenn Harmon, formerly the Head of Story at Skydance Animation, with storyboarding tips he picked up on projects as Boss Baby, All Hail King Julien, Hotel Transylv…

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Matthew Lillard: Synonymous with Shaggy & the Pop-Culture Impact of Scooby-Doo! 1:05:00

11M ago1:05:00

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Take some time this week to remember your original happy hour: Saturday mornings as a kid, waking up at dawn, jumping on the couch with a bowl of chocolate cereal, turning on the ‘toons, tuning out the outside world and working your way into a sugar hangover before noon. This week we catch a ride on the Mystery Machine! Launched as a Saturday morni…

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#46 - Aaron Augenblick ~ City Island ~ How to create a PBS original animated series ~ D.A. Livecast 52:06

11M ago52:06

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Originally Streamed on YouTube Live June 16, 2023. Audio edited by Kiara Horowitz. Aaron Augenblick, in his own production company was worked on: City Island (PBS KIDS) Headspace (Netflix), Losers (Netflix), The Jellies (Adult Swim), Ugly Americans (Comedy Central), Superjail! (Adult Swim), and Wonder Showzen (MTV), etc. Augenblick Studios' indepen…

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The Superforecasters: With Guests Leon Panetta, Peter Bergen & Barbara Mellers 37:48

11M ago37:48

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There are moments in life where it seems as though everything is riding on one important decision. If only we had a crystal ball to see the future, we could make those decisions with greater confidence. Fortune-telling aside, there are actually methods to improve our predictions—and our decisions. In this episode of Choiceology with Katy Milkman, w…

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Survey Says: With Guests W. Joseph Campbell & Emily Oster 29:15

12M ago29:15

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If you ran a survey at a science fiction convention to find out which movies were most popular with the general public, chances are good that the results would lean heavily towards sci-fi films. This skewing of data is plain to see in this context, but in many others it’s less obvious and potentially more pernicious. In this episode of Choiceology …

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#45 - Ross Venokur ~ Writing and directing Rally Road Racers in theaters soon! ~ D.A. Livecast 44:34

12M ago44:34

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Originally streamed on YouTube Live May 12th, 2023. Audio edited by Kiara Horowitz. Ross has written and directed three CG features, including Charming starring Demi Lovato, Sia, Avril Lavigne, Ashley Tisdale, and John Cleese — released globally on Netflix in 2020.Ross has written original pilots and screenplays for Disney, Fox, Walden Media, Warne…

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(BONUS) From Ripple Effect: Does Diversity Training Work? with Katy Milkman 31:09

1y ago31:09

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On this special bonus episode of Choiceology with Katy Milkman, we highlight Ripple Effect, a new podcast from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. Hosted by Dan Loney, Ripple Effect showcases research by Wharton faculty and shares what their insights mean for you. As part of a series on women and work, this episode of Ripple Effec…

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May The 4th & The Sweet Sounds of Star Wars with Matthew Wood & Joseph Shirley 1:21:00

1y ago1:21:00

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Produced by Marke A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away… Take some time this week to remember your original happy hour: Saturday mornings as a kid, waking up at dawn, jumping on the couch with a bowl of chocolate cereal, turning on the ‘toons, tuning out the outside world, and working your way into a sugar hangover before noon. This week, we c…

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Brave on the Waves: With Guests Bianca Valenti & Katherine Coffman 32:59

1y ago32:59

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We all make decisions involving risk. Decisions like trying out for your school’s chess team, speaking up when you don’t agree with your boss, or going down a double-black-diamond run at the end of a long day of skiing. So how do we determine which risks are worth taking and which ones are too … risky? In this episode of Choiceology with Katy Milkm…

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#44 - Nora Twomey, Cartoon Saloon Producer Director ~ The Breadwinner, My Father's Dragon ~ Livecast 57:46

1y ago57:46

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Originally Streamed on YouTube Live Apr 21, 2023. Audio Edited by Kiara Horowitz. Meet Cartoon Saloon's premiere Producer and Director of The Breadwinner (Oscar Nominated), My Father's Dragon, Secret of Kells, etc. How has her leadership impacted one of the most unique animation studios in the world? Let's deep dive into Nora's process. Interviewer…

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#43 - New Experiments in Studio leadership ~ Steamroller Studios CEO Aaron Gilman ~ D.A. Livecast 50:28

1y ago50:28

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Originally Streamed on YouTube Live April 7, 2023. Audio Edited by Kiara Horowitz. In building the best animation studio Scott's worked for, Aaron Gilman has gathered philosophies from Brene Brown, Simon Sinek, etc, and in an experimental way has been navigating toward something remarkeable. Let's discuss how he does it and also the future of Steam…

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Fan Fictions: With Guests Hannah Sung, Crystal Tai & Anuj Shah 30:19

1y ago30:19

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Finding a new favorite celebrity feels a little bit like falling in love. Perhaps you find their smile endearing, or you relate to their sense of humor. Maybe you see things in your everyday routine that remind you of them. You feel like you know them so well. But whether it’s a star athlete or a Hollywood type, the reality is they likely have no i…

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Talkward w/ guest Mike Reiss 1:00:59

1y ago1:00:59

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This episode of Talkward welcomes Emmy® award winning humor writer and longtime executive producer of 'The Simpsons' Mike Reiss! His new book 'Santa's Brother Sandy Saves Christmas' is out now and his travel podcast "What Am I Doing Here?" is wherever you get your pods!By Weekly Humorist

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The Beanie Bandwagon: With Guests Robert Cialdini & Yemisi Brookes 31:21

1y ago31:21

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Mullets. Skinny jeans. Crocs. Many of us can recall trends that we've jumped on, only to see those trends become passé soon after. But the fear of missing out can snowball into heavier consequences. In this episode of Choiceology with Katy Milkman, we look at how speculation and rapidly growing trends, however niche, can cloud people's judgment. A …

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#42 - My Dad The Bounty Hunter ~ Everett Downing Jr ~ Netflix Director Interview ~ D.A. Livecast 46:27

1y ago46:27

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Originally Streamed on YouTube Live Mar 24, 2023. Audio edited by Kiara Horowitz. He's Animated and storyboarded for Pixar and beyond: Brave, Toy Story 3, Monsters University, Maya and the Three, Wall-e, UP, Ratatouille, Robots, Ice Age, The Boss Baby, Hair Love, Veggie Tales, etc - The breadth and depth of his work is incredible. Let's chat with N…

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The Steel Superman Super Show with Wolé Parks 1:02:00

1y ago1:02:00

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Take some time this week to remember your original happy hour: Saturday mornings as a kid, waking up at dawn, jumping on the couch with a bowl of chocolate cereal, turning on the ‘toons, tuning out the outside world and working your way into a sugar hangover before noon. This week we we look up in the sky. It’s a bird. It’s a plane. It’s a cliche. …

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Talkward w/ guest Marty Beckerman 53:57

1y ago53:57

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This episode of Talkward welcomes humor author Marty Beckerman. A former editor at Esquire and MTV News, Beckerman has also written for The New York Times, The Atlantic, Wired, Playboy, Discover, Newsweek, CNET, The Daily Beast, and Mental Floss. His latest book, about a talking cats time traveling adventures to fix the Y2K past is THE TIME MEOWCHI…

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The Power of Do-Overs: With Guests Jeff Ryan & Marissa Sharif 25:55

1y ago25:55

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When you fail to reach a challenging goal, say, saving a certain amount of money each month or getting to the gym a certain number of times a week, it can be tempting to just give up on the plan entirely. But new research shows that building some flexibility into that plan can actually improve your chances of success. In this episode of Choiceology…

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Talkward w/ guest Jason Roeder 1:00:38

1y ago1:00:38

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This episode of Talkward welcomes Jason Roeder, author of humor book "Griefstrike! The Ultimate Guide to Mourning". Jason is a former senior editor and senior writer at The Onion as well as a contributor to The New Yorker and McSweeney’s Internet Tendency. Pick up his book today! https://amzn.to/3kW6cwH See all of his books and work at jasonroeder.…

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Talkward w/ guest Tom McCaffrey 1:13:16

1y ago1:13:16

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Stand-up comic and author Tom McCaffrey stops by Talkward to chat about his new debut novel 'Born Funny' which tells the tale of the rise of alt comedy through the eyes of a fictionalized version of himself. Get it: https://amzn.to/3koRn5qBy Weekly Humorist

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