My name is Dave Splash and I have been involved in the underground music world for 20 years. I have worked at labels, booking agencies, web sites, promoters, and radio stations. This is my podcast. The Dark Stuff features interviews - conducted by me - with musicians, artists, and interesting folks from the community. I live in Omaha, and there may be a lot of Omaha-centered content. The show will constantly be evolving. I hope you enjoy. Check out my website at www.thedarkstuff.com
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Listen to Dave and Paul (the Bennett Bros) dissect current sports news and analyse any impact on the business of sport.
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Connecting with Walt - A look into the history of the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disneyland and Walt Disney World
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Connecting with Walt is a podcast focusing on the life and creations of Walt Disney. Episodes include the history of Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Walt Disney Imagineering, Disney movies, and more! Hosted by Michael Bowling and Craig Williams, the show is a tribute to the man who made it all happen, Walt Disney, and his brother, Roy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Winner of Sports Podcast Awards' Best Sports Business Podcast of 2024: Silver Medal. In this podcast series, ADC Partners co-founder Dave Almy hosts conversations with sports business professionals who are shaping the future of the industry. With interviews featuring brand representatives, team presidents, sports marketers, and even mascots, the 1-on-1: Sports Business Conversations podcast has insights for everyone involved in the sports industry. ADC Partners is a San Francisco Bay Area ba ...
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Welcome to 'Love, Hate, Automate,' the podcast where digital dreams dress tomorrow's reality! Together we're diving into the vibrant world of digital fashion. In each episode, we stitch together innovation, creativity, and a splash of the unexpected. Your host Dale Parr, is a seasoned COO and strategic leader specializing in driving digital transformations, with a focus on strategic foresight and integrating cutting-edge trends in esports, fashion, and e-commerce. Leveraging over a decade of ...
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It's All in the Disney Details: Weathervanes
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In this episode, Michael tests Tom on his knowledge of the themed weather vanes and spires in Disneyland Park and the Magic Kingdom.. Links: Michael’s Disneyland History Segments Important DIS links and more information! Connecting with Walt on Twitter Sources: CHECK BACK FOR LINKS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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In this episode, Michael and Tom discuss several recent presentations at the Walt Disney Family Museum focussing on The Sherman Brothers, Roy Disney, and Inside Out 2. Links: Michael’s Disneyland History Segments Important DIS links and more information! Connecting with Walt on Twitter Walt Disney Family Museum Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privac…
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Lloyd Danzig: Founder & Managing Partner, Sharp Alpha Advisors
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At one point in his career, Lloyd Danzig, the founder of Sharp Alpha Advisors, was pretty confident that there was money to be made in what he calls the competitive entertainment industry. The Supreme Court had just opened up sports betting for states to adopt, he had a solid investing background, had recently earned a degree in data science, and h…
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Olympics Fever, Golf Review and a splash of cricket
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Summer of sport continues. Why did Dave choose such a poor pick in the golf? What will the highlights of the Olympics be?By Paul Bennett
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In this episode, Michael and his new co-host discuss the 1964 Wonderful World of Color presentation "The Scarecrow of Romney Marsh". Links: Michael’s Disneyland History Segments Important DIS links and more information! Connecting with Walt on Twitter Sources: Video: Walt Disney Treasures: Dr. Syn, Alias the Scarecrow Books/Magazines: Walt Disney a…
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Euros Review (Heartbreak hotel), Wimbledon Review - The Summer of Sport Continues
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Sivonnia DeBarros: Founder, SL DeBarros Law and "Protector of Athletes"
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My guest on this episode, Sivonnia DeBarros, is known as the "Protector of Athletes". A former athlete herself, DeBarros is applying her legal background to help athletes avoid missteps that lead to financial and contractual challenges. And with the rise of Name Image Likeness opportunities for college athletes, she’s never been busier. In our conv…
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Hey Jude, Wimbledon & a touch of T20 Cricket Round Up
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Kurt Roth: Founder, 505 Sports Venture Foundation
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On this show, we’ve talked a lot about the crazy state of college sports brought on by legalized name image likeness payments to athletes. We’ve interviewed athletes who are reaping the benefits, administrators who are pulling their hair out trying to stay on top of changes, lawyers specializing in related legislation, and entrepreneurs trying to g…
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Jason Romero: Speaker, Author of "Running into the Dark"
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This is a difficult intro to do for this episode. I want to tell you all about my guest Jason Romero to draw you in. But I also don’t want to provide any spoilers to our conversation. I just want you to learn about his unbelievable story on your own. Because his story is just that: unbelievable. I promise that when you listen you’ll have a few “oh …
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History of Disneyland's Flying Saucers & Craig's Goodbye
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In this episode, Michael and Craig discuss the history of the gone but not forgotten Disneyland attraction Flying Saucers and its legacy before saying farewell to Craig! Links: Michael’s Disneyland History Segments Important DIS links and more information! Connecting with Walt on Twitter Sources: Books/Magazines: The “E” Ticket Magazine Number 39: …
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French Open Review, NBA Lament & US Open dip
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In our latest episode of "Love, Hate, Automate," we're thrilled to host Paul Simmons, a strategy consultant with an impressive background in luxury and fashion. Paul shares his journey from editorial work to strategy consulting, offering invaluable insights into brand building, audience engagement, and the evolving landscape of the fashion industry…
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French Open mid-tourny Review NBA finals preview Cricket World Cup Rant (plus good bits!) Bonus section This was a good one.By Paul Bennett
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Kyle Christensen: CRO & CMO for Splash, Inc
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There’s been so much change so quickly in sports business that there’s a bunch of stuff that seems normal now that I wouldn’t have even believed possible just 10 years ago. Paying college athletes. Watching games on your phone. Pro teams in Vegas. And there’s online gaming, a market that is currently estimated at about $10B a year, and is projected…
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Travis Apple: Chief Revenue Officer, Logitix
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From the outside looking in, working in sports can seem a little glamourous, I suppose. You know what I mean. Multi-billion dollar media rights deals. Major events located in sparkling new stadiums in global capitals around the world. New companies focused on delivering sports in totally different ways mushrooming up all over the place. Yeah, seems…
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In this episode of Love, Hate, Automate, I'm thrilled to welcome Giancarlo Pazzanese, a creator, educator, and communicator who has been an inspiration since we first met at Met AMS in 2022. Giancarlo is a lecturer in Creative Business, Artificial Intelligence and Web3 at the Utrecht University of Applied Sciences and former Program Leader at the B…
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Ryan Neiswender: Team USA Gold Medalist in Wheelchair Basketball
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As we get started on this episode, I want you to take a second and think about the qualities that define you. What are the different things that make you… you? Do you love those qualities? Or are they something you feel like you need to battle? For my guest Ryan Neiswender, it took time for him to learn to love the quality he hated most about himse…
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In this episode of Love, Hate, Automate, host Dale Parr sits down with Gen Z entrepreneur Isabella Maldonado, who shares her journey as founder and product development innovation Manager at a tech startup in Paris' Station F. From the heartbeat of the world's largest startup campus, she explores the latest trends and challenges in fashion and tech.…
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Episode Overview: Join us in the next episode of "Love, Hate, Automate" as we dig into culture with Nayara Moya Ericson, a former fashion designer and a passionate researcher at Luxottica. From Sao Paulo to Stockholm, Nayara shares her unique journey through the fashion and tech landscapes, focusing on sustainable practices and digital transformati…
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In this episode, Michael and Craig answer your questions about Walt Disney and his family, Disney entertainment, and more! Links: Michael’s Disneyland History Segments Important DIS links and more information! Connecting with Walt on Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Sabrina Oostburg: Division 1 Athlete & Athlete Creator
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If you’re in this industry, you know that Sports business is a really dynamic industry. Change is happening all the time. New trends emerge, different technologies are adopted, audience tastes change on what seems like a minute-by-minute basis… it can be a lot. And nowhere is this more true than in college sports, particularly in terms of name-imag…
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This episode of "Love, Hate, Automate" features a deep dive into the emerging realm of Metaverse 2.0 with Dave Carr, head of strategy and communications at NeoLyfe. With a seasoned background in advertising, publishing, and the early days of the Web3 pioneers like Decentraland, Dave brings a unique perspective on the intersection of gaming, fashion…
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Theme Park & Imagineering Question and Answers
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In this episode, Michael and Craig answer your questions about the Disney theme parks and Imagineering! Links: Michael’s Disneyland History Segments Important DIS links and more information! Connecting with Walt on Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Masters, Masters, Masters & Hardest Geezer
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What an episode digging into one of Golf's greatest tournaments.By Paul Bennett
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Find Your Happy Place with Dave Bossert
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In this episode, Michael and Craig are joined once again by Dave Bossert to discuss his new book outside of the Disney realm titled "Find Your Happy Place: The 8-Step Guide to Expanding Your Creativity through a Personal Retreat." Buy your copy of Find Your Happy Place on The Old Mill Press Links: Michael’s Disneyland History Segments Important DIS…
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Bonnie-Jill Laflin: Author of "In a League of Her Own"
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This episode’s guest is probably going to make you feel like a slacker. In fairness though? Bonnie-Jill Laflin can make just about everyone feel that way. Santa Claus on Christmas Eve looks like a lay-a-bout compared to Bonnie Jill. We’ll get into her many MANY roles during our chat, but I will say that the first (and still only ) female NBA scout …
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Sylwia Szymczyk: Breaking Through the Digital Frontier.
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In the latest episode of "Love, Hate, Automate," we dive deep into the heart of fashion innovation with Sylwia Szymczyk, a trailblazer who's reshaping the fabric of the industry from the inside out. As a key figure in Timberland's digital product creation team, Sylvia's journey from a humble seamstress to a visionary in 3D fashion initiatives is no…
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Sunshine Double Review & NFL Draft Preview
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What an episode. A deep dive into the end of the Miami Open, poor Andy Murray & the upcoming NFL Draft. Sound smart when talking sportBy Paul Bennett
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In this episode, Michael and Craig discuss the history of Splash Mountain from its origins to the end of the attraction at the domestic Disney parks. Links: Michael’s Disneyland History Segments Important DIS links and more information! Connecting with Walt on Twitter Books/Magazines: Who’s Afraid of the Song of the South and other Forbidden Disney…
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In this episode, Michael and Craig discuss the final two segments in Fantasia - Night on Bald Mountain and Ave Maria - as well as the film's legacy. Links: Michael’s Disneyland History Segments Important DIS links and more information! Connecting with Walt on Twitter Books/Magazines: Walt Disney’s Fantasia by John Culhane The Walt Disney Film Archi…
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If you have kids who play sports, you know all too well the special kind of crazy that brings to the household. When my 3 kids were younger they tried just about everything: lacrosse, tennis, golf, baseball, ice hockey, basketball, irish dance, football, volleyball…. I think I got everything…. Anyway, suffice it to say it could get a little chaotic…
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Welcome to another groundbreaking episode of "Love, Hate, Automate," where this week we're tearing down the facades and exposing the raw truths of the fashion industry and its educational foundations. Our guest, Leslie Holden, co-founder of the Digital Fashion Group, isn't here to sugarcoat the narrative. He's here to disrupt, challenge, and redefi…
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India England Cricket & Indian Wells Review
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An absolutely classic podcast. Cricket, tennis, boshBy Paul Bennett
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In this episode, Michael and Craig continue their discussion of Fantasia moving on to the "Pastoral Symphony" and "Dance of the Hours" sequences. Links: Michael’s Disneyland History Segments Important DIS links and more information! Connecting with Walt on Twitter Books/Magazines: Walt Disney’s Fantasia by John Culhane The Walt Disney Film Archives…
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Cai Felip: Converging Codes: The Quest for Consensus.
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Welcome to another exciting episode of "Love, Hate, Automate" where today's guest is none other than Cai Felip, the ingenious mind behind Union Avatars. Join us as Cai takes us through his journey from a self-proclaimed nerd influenced by his developer father to becoming a pioneer in the digital identity space. Cai shares his early encounters with …
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In this episode, Michael and Craig continue their conversation on the classic film Fantasia picking up with The Sorcerer's Apprentice and The Rite of Spring! Links: Michael’s Disneyland History Segments Important DIS links and more information! Connecting with Walt on Twitter Books/Magazines: Walt Disney’s Fantasia by John Culhane The Walt Disney F…
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Ruby George & Mather Wiswall: Founders of the United Grid League
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Imagine, for a moment, what goes into launching a new business. Think about it. All the excitement, stress, time, details, ideas, and millions of other unknown hurdles that can’t be planned for or strategized about. And when you think about all that, who would you turn to for help?Does your sibling spring to mind?For Mather Wiswall and Ruby George,…
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In this compelling episode of "Love, Hate, Automate," we're joined by Sasha McFarlane, a trailblazer in the fashion industry with a rich history spanning nearly two decades. Sasha, the former CSR director at PVH and current Executive Director of Future Proof Fashion, shares her profound insights on the transformative journey of the fashion industry…
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In this episode, Michael and Craig look at the history of Walt Disney's Fantasia and start to analyze the film in order starting with Tocatta and Fugue in D Minor and The Nutcracker Suite. Links: Michael’s Disneyland History Segments Important DIS links and more information! Connecting with Walt on Twitter Books/Magazines: Walt Disney’s Fantasia by…
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Canberk Karakas: From Constraints to Creativity.
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Love, Hate, Automate - Fashions Future Unfolded In this intriguing episode of Love, Hate, Automate, we dive into the digital realm with Canberk Karakas, a visionary 3D designer and art director who's reshaping the luxury goods space. Join us as Canberk shares his journey in digital fashion, highlighting his groundbreaking work with CLO 3D and Cinem…
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Episode Summary:In this eye-opening episode of "Love, Hate, Automate," we're thrilled to host Louise Laing, the visionary founder of Phygital Twin. Louise takes us on a deep dive into the transformative power of digital fashion, bridging the realms of creativity, gaming, and sustainability. Join us as we explore the cutting-edge technology empoweri…
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Christopher Zook: Chairman of CAZ Investments & co-author of "The Holy Grail of Investing"
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Back in the day, if you wanted to call yourself a sports team owner, one of 2 things had to happen. You either had to be born into a crazy rich family that already owned a team, or you had to make a fortune somewhere else and buy the team from one of those previously mentioned crazy rich families. But my guest in this episode, Christopher Zook, wan…
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In this episode of "Love, Hate, Automate," we're thrilled to host Diane Wallinger, a visionary at the intersection of digital fashion and sustainability. Leading her eponymous studio, Diane has made significant strides in the digital fashion landscape, notably as a Clo3D lecturer and designer at The Fabricant. Guest Introduction: * Diane Wallinger:…
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Windows on Main Street – Morgan “Bill” Evans: Walt’s Landscaper
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In this episode, Michael and Craig discuss Disney Legend Bill Evans and appreciate how he worked so hard to make sure Disneyland and Walt Disney World look as beautiful as they do. Links: Michael’s Disneyland History Segments Important DIS links and more information! Connecting with Walt on Twitter Books/Magazines: Walt Disney’s Imagineering Legend…
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London Fashion Week Special: Zofia Zwieglinska
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Summary: In a special London Fashion Week episode, host Dale Parr is joined by Zofia Zwieglinska, International Fashion Reporter at Glossy, to dive into the evolving intersection of fashion, sustainability, innovation, and technology. From the forefront of digital product passports to blockchain innovation, Zofia brings her insight from attending t…
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Avital Legar: Beyond The Wardrobe, Fashions Digital Frontier
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In this enlightening episode of "Love, Hate, Automate," Dale Parr welcomes Avital Legar, a senior strategist at Deloitte, Italy, and a prominent figure in the fashion and luxury innovation space. With her deep involvement in collaborations with renown brands like Valentino, Prada, Armani, Moschino, and Missoni, Avital brings a wealth of knowledge a…
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Windows on Main Street: Marvin Davis - Walt's Master Planner
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In this episode, Michael and Craig discuss Disney Legend Marvin Davis who worked alongside Walt planning out the layout of Disneyland and later Walt Disney World. Links: Michael’s Disneyland History Segments Important DIS links and more information! Connecting with Walt on Twitter Books/Magazines: Walt Disney’s Imagineering Legends and the Genesis …
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