Best Fuel The Geek Podcasts (2024)

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The Amazing Spider-Man: One More Swing (Ft. Alex) 51:22

2h ago51:22

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Continuing with the mini-Spidey series, this episode is about The Amazing Spider-Man!These movies are very special to me. I adore Andrew Garfield as Peter Parker/Spider-Man and truly believe he deserves all the love for his portrayal! Frankly, I think his movies deserve a lot more appreciation too.Joining me for this episode is Alex and Andrew Garf…

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Andrew Biggs - Lies and Statistics—What the 401(k) Data Actually Says 1:06:35

5h ago1:06:35

1:06:35

Former high-ranking Social Security Administration official and retirement policy gadfly Andrew Biggs joins American Retirement Association CEO Brian Graff for a frank discussion about the data fueling the 401(k) debate. Biggs, a frequent financial media critic of ‘retirement crisis’ sensationalism, explains the retirement readiness disconnect—and …

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How to Sell without being a Del Boy Douche Bag | Leading Boldly Podcast with Sales Geek’s Campbell McClean| EP05 1:22:23

3d ago1:22:23

1:22:23

Welcome to Episode 5 of THE LEADING BOLDLY PODCAST, powered by Q Branch. Join hosts Matt Clutterham and Jenny Jarvis on The Leading BOLDLY Podcast as they sit down with Campbell McLean, the interim sales director and trainer at SalesGeek. Known for his remarkable sales achievements, including selling £7 million worth of toilet cleaner, Campbell is …

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James Klein - ERISA at 50! Where We Are, Where We’re Going 40:52

5d ago40:52

40:52

The bipartisan nature of retirement plan legislation is key to its success. American Benefits Council President Jim Klein, the “OG” of retirement plan policy, joins Brian Graff for an in-depth discussion of retirement saving, healthcare and how ERISA—which turns 50 this year—has impacted both.By James Klein

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Who is Cassandra Nova? (Ft. Payton) 1:17:55

19d ago1:17:55

1:17:55

In anticipation of Deadpool & Wolverine coming out and Cassandra appearing in live-action for the first time, I thought it would be great to get a breakdown of this character! So, of course, I had to have an expert come on the show! Payton joins me to break down her origins, motivations, and the significant impact she has on the Marvel universe. We…

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Episode #191: Weirdly Wonderful Movie Merch 1:29:51

22d ago1:29:51

1:29:51

After their recent news note regarding the (only MILDLY suggestive) Deadpool and Wolverine popcorn bucket, Saint and Jim got to thinking about what other off-the-wall movie tie-in goodies might approach that level of bizarre. So, they went looking. And the internet did what the internet do. Specifically, it revealed a completely nutso underbelly of…

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$150,000 in debt to Financially Free in Just 9 Months! | Ep 04 1:23:32

1M ago1:23:32

1:23:32

How to go from $150,000 in Debt to Financially Free in Just 9 Months | Leading Boldly Podcast with Robert Raymond Riopel| EP04 Welcome to Episode 4 of THE LEADING BOLDLY PODCAST, powered by Q Branch. Join us for an inspiring and enlightening episode of The Leading BOLDLY Podcast as we sit down with Robert Raymond Riopel, a renowned speaker and trai…

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Episode #190: Sci-Fi Tech We (Sorta) Wish We Had 1:45:20

1M ago1:45:20

1:45:20

One of the most fascinating aspects of speculative science fiction is the tech. Whatever creators can dream up, futurenauts can use. Teleporters! Time Travel! Fantastic weaponry! Wouldn't it be great if we actually had this stuff for real? Well, not so fast. Heroes of fiction are just that: heroes. So they only tend to use this stuff for mostly alt…

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Raimi’s Spider-Man: A Classic (ft. Justin) 1:19:40

1M ago1:19:40

1:19:40

Everybody...rock your headphones…everybody… rock your headphones right, Ellie’s back alright!(i'm so sorry)Anyway...I know it's been a minute, but I am back with many more episodes to come! And here, we have the start of a mini Spidey series! I'll be chatting about each live-action Spider-Man with some pretty great guests. Raimi's trilogy will fore…

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Cosplay and Confidence (Ft. Dom) 1:30:45

1M ago1:30:45

1:30:45

**Disclaimer: This episode was recorded July 14, 2023, the day that SAG-AFTRA joined the WGA on strike against the AMPTP. In respect of their strike, my content has shifted in the meantime to not discuss struck work. However, in this episode, some struck work is mentioned as at the time of recording there weren’t as many updates yet. We support SAG…

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Episode #189: Are Movies Dead? 1:36:14

1M ago1:36:14

1:36:14

Hollywood is having a really difficult time as of late. It seems as tough for every "Barbie" or "Super Mario" that makes literally a billion dollars, there are a dozen flicks like "Furiosa" and "Garfield" that fall severely short in terms of critical reception and box office take. Movie theatres are suffering, studios are scrambling, and ultimately…

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Episode #188: Abandoned Fandoms 1:44:00

2M ago1:44:00

1:44:00

Fandom is a powerful thing. Hey, this entire podcast is built around it. Even so, we've all experienced moments where we stopped fueling certain fandoms, and they just...run out of gas. Sometimes that's a decision. Whether it's a dip in quality, a creator who disappoints you or a shift in priorities, we all walk away from things about which we were…

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Life Giving Business is the Engine for Real Change in 2024 | Leading Boldly Podcast with Michael Gladwell | EP03 54:35

2M ago54:35

54:35

Life Giving Business is the Engine for Real Change in 2024 | Leading Boldly Podcast with Michael Gladwell | EP03 Welcome to Episode 3 of THE LEADING BOLDLY PODCAST, powered by Q Branch. This week, hosts Matt Clutterham and Jenny Jarvis sit down with Michael Gladwell, the founder of the UK's fastest-growing social enterprise, Upbeat Communities. Mic…

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Episode #187: Fighting Superhero Fatigue 1:23:46

2M ago1:23:46

1:23:46

There's no denying that the last couple of years have proven cape cinema to be not quite as bulletproof as the heroes on the screen. DC has been struggling with quality consistency, and even the once-foolproof Marvel has had some stumbles as of late. But can this be chalked up to (as critics have termed it) "superhero fatigue"? Or are there larger …

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Episode #186: The Nerd News Nexus Returns 1:38:45

2M ago1:38:45

1:38:45

Some weeks are just heavier than others when it comes to all the goings-on that are good to geek out over, and this was definitely one of those. So hereabouts, Saint and Jim do a rundown of what's up in niche nerd news — albeit with a specialized focus on whatever fresh hell seems to be plaguing the video game world as of late. Layoffs, studio clos…

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Ex Disney Exec Says Slow Down for More Success | Leading Boldly Podcast with Ezequiel Abramzon EP02 1:13:29

2M ago1:13:29

1:13:29

Welcome to Episode 02 of The Leading Boldly Podcast. Join Jenny, Matt, and special guest Ezequiel Abramzon, a former Disney executive turned startup brand strategy consultant, as they delve into the secrets of long-term success and strategic branding in this captivating episode. Ezequiel shares insights from his remarkable journey, from a childhood…

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Tim Hauser - The Final Fiduciary Rule’s Myths and Controversies 1:38:53

2M ago1:38:53

1:38:53

Department of Labor Chief Operating Officer and senior staff member Tim Hauser joins American Retirement Association CEO Brian Graff for a comprehensive discussion of the myths, controversies and questions surrounding the final fiduciary rule, officially called the Retirement Security Rule. This frank and factual conversation between two fiduciary …

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Episode #185: Abouuuuut FACE 1:37:05

2M ago1:37:05

1:37:05

The range of human motivations is complex and layered — as is the spectrum of human emotion. Still, for years, our entertainment focused on some pretty binary archetypes. Specifically: mustache-twirling black-hatted villains, and square-jawed white-hatted heroes. But at some point, the creators of our entertainment decided to give fictional charact…

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Aron Szapiro - The Data, Empirical Information Fueling the Final Fiduciary Rule 46:37

2M ago46:37

46:37

Research and consulting giant Morningstar was cited over 40 times in the final fiduciary rule release, officially called the Retirement Security Rule. The reason was largely due to the data and information for which the company is known. Aron Szapiro, Head of Government Affairs with Morningstar, joins American Retirement Association CEO Brian Graff…

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Episode #184: The Price of Silence 1:56:17

3M ago1:56:17

1:56:17

Right up top: both content and trigger warnings are in full effect for this edition. Regular listeners of Fuel Your Fandom know that Saint and Jim first met while working as activists — fighting online child predation for the Perverted-Justice.com watchdog org as well as Dateline NBC's "To Catch a Predator." So when the Max limited series "Quiet On…

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EP 01 Unlocking Bold Leadership and Business in 2024 - Introducing Jenny and Matt 38:07

3M ago38:07

38:07

The New Business and Leadership Podcast for 2024 is here! Get ready to dive into the world of bold leadership with Matt Clutterham and Jenny Jarvis as they unveil The Leading BOLDLY Podcast! Join us for our inaugural episode where we introduce ourselves, share our stories, and unveil the mission behind this game-changing podcast. LINKS: FREE PDF Do…

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Episode #183: The Wonderful World of Well-Known Wheels 1:28:22

3M ago1:28:22

1:28:22

Iconic vehicles in entertainment is a uniquely western phenomenon, fueled by American "car culture" and a certain sense of gas-fueled adventure. Almost everyone who has ever seen a TV show or movie almost certainly has a favorite legendary ride that made them sit up and take notice, and maybe even wish they could borrow the keys for a joyride. Whet…

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Episode #182: Talking Terror with Katie Kadaver 1:42:39

3M ago1:42:39

1:42:39

There are just so many amazing avenues of entertainment to be into these days, it can be hard to keep up. So admittedly, Saint and Jim have the odd blind spot when it comes to certain areas of fandom. One area in which they share somewhat of a collective question mark? Horror movies. So on today's episode of Fuel Your Fandom, the boys welcome Milwa…

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Episode #181: I Can Still Remember What It Tastes Like 1:41:08

3M ago1:41:08

1:41:08

Memory is a funny thing. Sometimes you'll hear a song, and it takes you right back to where you were the last time you heard it. Or maybe it's a scent — like baked goods, or a spring flower bloom — that makes your brain light up. But food-based nostalgia? That's a different animal entirely. If you eat something you haven't had in awhile, that can r…

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Episode #180: A Checkup From the Neck Up 1:58:37

4M ago1:58:37

1:58:37

Saint and Jim usually like to keep things light around the ol' Fuel Your Fandom...dom. Still, there's no arguing that a lot of people are dealing with a lot lately. When a cute Muppet asks an innocuous "How is everybody?" on social media, only to be deluged with people in genuine pain? It's apparent we're all just ambulatory bundles of raw nerves j…

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Episode #179: Famous Last Words 1:38:18

4M ago1:38:18

1:38:18

If there's any one thing that unites us all, it's that sooner or later we're gonna shuffle off this mortal coil. And as long as we all have to check out of Hotel Earth at some point, why not do what we can to make our final moments in this realm as notable as possible? Granted, not everyone is in line for the luxury of knowing when the Reaper is go…

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Episode #178: Lion-O Was Lyin'-O 1:33:08

4M ago1:33:08

1:33:08

Kids' entertainment has always leaned pretty heavily toward the fantastic. Not only do young people have the sort of imaginations required to really appreciate the impossible, but since so much of kids' TV and movies tends to be (either literally or figuratively) animated, it's a good medium to explore some out-there concepts. That said, there's a …

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Michael Davis - Rebutting Academia’s 401(k) Critics 32:31

4M ago32:31

32:31

Defined contribution plans, and 401(k)s specifically, are increasingly under attack, criticized by think tanks and academics for perceived (yet easily refuted) flaws. What—and who—is behind the effort? Are the criticisms resonating and why are they happening now? Does the industry need to do a better job defending itself and are we effectively illu…

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Episode #177: March (Madness) Into Villainy — Pt 2. 2:03:19

4M ago2:03:19

2:03:19

Saint and Jim still aren't sports fans, but they can't give up on the March Madness runoff just yet. Reason being, there's another friendly neighborhood superhero — one with a baddie bracket so big, it takes a whole separate universe just to hold them all. Of course, we're referring to Spider-Man. The web-slinger. The wall-crawler. Peter Parker him…

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Episode #176: March (Madness) Into Villainy — Pt. 1 1:42:07

4M ago1:42:07

1:42:07

Look, Saint and Jim aren't sports fans. They're just not. BUT. That doesn't mean they're not totally into elimination-style matchups! So in honor of March Madness, the FYF boys are running their own brackets to determine a much-contested set of win/lose outcomes. BUT. Because this is nerd territory, the combatants aren't athletes. They're antagonis…

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Episode 175: Stays Crunchy in Milk 1:48:27

5M ago1:48:27

1:48:27

Fuel Your Fandom touched on sitting in front of a full schedule of favorite Saturday-morning animation awhile back, and noted that the shows themselves were only part of the experience. After all, what's sitting criss-cross applesauce in front of a cartoon without some Apple JACKS and a cartoon on the front of the box? That's because somewhere alon…

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Kathleen Kennedy Townsend - A Lively Defined Contribution Debate 46:20

5M ago46:20

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‘Retirement provocateur’ Kathleen Kennedy Townsend played an instrumental role in the debate over retirement issues, resulting in significant policy ideas. A founder of the Georgetown University Center for Retirement Initiatives, the 40-year political veteran and former Maryland Lieutenant Governor joins American Retirement Association CEO Brian Gr…

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Episode #174: You'll Shoot Your Eye Out, Kid 1:47:12

5M ago1:47:12

1:47:12

Of all the things that it should be impossible to hurt yourself on, kids' toys should be the #1 item on the list. And yet, there have been COUNTLESS playthings that were created, marketed and sold to kids that have had the potential —and sometimes even the sad result — of causing harm to children who were just trying to amuse themselves. And we're …

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FanExpo Panel - Beyond Fiction (Ft. Grayson) 39:06

5M ago39:06

39:06

I'm bursting with excitement to share my panel from FanExpo Vancouver with all of you! It was an absolute blast and I'm already itching for another go. Big thanks to my friend Grayson for joining me; together, we explored the wonderful world of fandom and what it has added to our lives. Fandom goes beyond fiction—it's about finding comfort, inspira…

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Peter Brady - How to Counter the Latest Attacks on the 401(k) Savings System 38:14

5M ago38:14

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Academics are on the march, coming for the defined contribution retirement savings system with policy prescriptions that would fundamentally change employer-sponsored plans and what they’re designed to do. The system is failing; it only benefits the wealthy and doesn’t produce adequate retirement income, which is the chorus of commonly heard critic…

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Episode #173: The Long, Slow Death of Physical Media 1:38:35

5M ago1:38:35

1:38:35

Not every technology has what it takes to survive. As the inevitable progress of tech has unwaveringly marched on, we've seen countless types of storage media come and go. Punch cards gave way to refrigerator-sized disc drives, which in turn gave way to floppies, then smaller floppies, then magnetic drives, optical drives, solid state and now cloud…

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Episode #172: We're Back — In Virtual Reality 1:38:32

5M ago1:38:32

1:38:32

Are you guys ready for Season 6? Saint and Jim have a whole bunch of fun surprises in store for their favorite Fuelers this time around, including awesome special guests, all-new takes on timeless topics, and even some stuff they can't really announce yet. And it all kicks off with this opener, where your intrepid hosts dive face-first into VR. But…

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Podcast Episode 199: Responsible AI: How Marketing Leaders Should Build Governance to Ensure Effective Deployment of Generative Artificial Intelligence 20:46

7M ago20:46

20:46

In this episode of the Legal Marketing 2.0 Podcast, Guy is joined by Al Biedrzycki. With over 15 years of experience in leading ecosystems, platforms and partnerships, Al Biedrzycki has been instrumental in scaling startups, and pre- and post-IPO organizations. One of his most notable achievements is growing HubSpot’s platform product ecosystem to …

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Episode #171: The Podcast Podcast With Matt Luria 1:59:01

7M ago1:59:01

1:59:01

It's the final episode of the season, and it's time to get meta. Surprising though it may sound, Saint and Jim have never before had occasion to actually talk about...podcasts. and although it may seem a little bit recursive to do so, they also couldn't think of a better way to put a cap on the year, or the season. Because they not only do a podcas…

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Episode #170: Frantic Fandom Freakouts 1:42:09

7M ago1:42:09

1:42:09

For every thousand fans of anything, there are always one or two people who go the opposite route. Not apathy — but rather, active opposition. Literally nothing that exists in pop culture is so innocuous that some busybody moron can't clutch their pearls and raise a high-heavens-level stink about it. Enter: the hater freakout. Sometimes it's the fa…

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Episode #169: Fire The Headcanons! 1:42:06

8M ago1:42:06

1:42:06

Fans are often conditioned to see layers of subtext within their favorite entertainment properties. That's because sometimes the creators are intentionally building in sneaky plot hints for sharp-eyed devotées to discover. Or, putting in subtle references or background events that point to larger symbolic meanings. But most of the time, the human t…

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Podcast Episode 198: How Technology and AI Can Effectively Address Pain Points in the Legal Intake Industry 16:55

8M ago16:55

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In this episode of the Legal Marketing 2.0 Podcast, Guy is joined by Josh Hostilo. Josh Hostilo, is a current Product Owner at Filevine and oversees the legal intake product, Lead Docket. Josh was a previous VP of Operations at a personal injury law firm and is truly an expert in legal intake best practices. He has recently been involved in the dev…

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Episode #168: Real Music, Fake Bands 1:46:19

8M ago1:46:19

1:46:19

Music is entertaining enough all by its lonesome. But the narrative histories of our favorite bands are often pretty compelling, as well. So Hollywood often dramatizes the stories of bands that don't really exist in order to tell similar stories. But since you can't tell a nonexistent band's tale without actual music to back it up, you sorta need t…

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The World of Gaming (Ft. Nemo) 1:24:43

8M ago1:24:43

1:24:43

When it comes to gaming, I really don’t know much. Like, my experience is pretty limited to Mario Kart and Super Mario Bros and maybe a few other older games. Apart from that, I got the smallest taste of Spider-Man Remastered and Spider-Man 2 and completely fell in love. So when I got the idea to discuss gaming, I knew I had to bring on a friend wh…

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Episode #167: Spoiled Rotten — Studio Style 1:45:49

8M ago1:45:49

1:45:49

Spoilers. We've all seen 'em, and we all hate 'em. Part of the reason why so many blockbusters do such huge business on opening weekends is because fans are afraid some loose-lipped loser will blow the plot points of a highly-anticipated film before they have a chance to see 'em for themselves. Hell, friend of the show Smo rightfully hates spoilers…

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Episode #166: The TV Characters We Love to Hate 1:28:55

8M ago1:28:55

1:28:55

It's one of the few universal truths of television: every show has at least one absolutely detestable weasel; that one character who seems to exist in the narrative for the sole purpose of making everybody else look wonderful by comparison. Sometimes it's a character that was legitimately set up to be a villain. Other times, It's a persona we were …

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Tim Hauser - Navigating the Maze of Fiduciary Standards 1:16:41

9M ago1:16:41

1:16:41

Calling the latest iteration of the fiduciary rule “the third installment of a long running regulatory series,” American Retirement Association CEO Brian Graff went directly to the source, speaking with EBSA COO Tim Hauser about the Retirement Security Rule. The two fiduciary regulation ‘veterans’ sit down for a (very) comprehensive discussion the …

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Episode #165: I'll Take What's Behind Door Number Three 1:34:18

9M ago1:34:18

1:34:18

It wasn't your family doctor that got you through being sick as a kid. It wasn't even the bed rest. Anyone who ever sat home sick from school with saltines, 7•UP and soup knows it was the Price is Right, Press Your Luck and The Pyramid that got ultimately us back on our feet. Game shows — once relegated to morning TV and syndicated UHF programming …

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Episode #164: Lights, Camera, Action Heroes 1:37:51

9M ago1:37:51

1:37:51

Saint and Jim may be committed to doing the work to defying the evils of toxic masculinity, patriarchy and gun culture, but even so — some old habits die hard. Like being fans of "Die Hard". And "John Wick". And "Predator". And countless other action movies staring monosyllabic, muscle-bound turbo-bros who defy death as effortlessly as they deal it…

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Robert L. Johnson - Auto-Portability, Financial Wellness and Closing the Savings Gap 33:31

9M ago33:31

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Robert L. Johnson, founder of RLJ Companies and BET, joins ARA CEO Brian Graff for a fascinating discussion about auto-portability, financial wellness, closing the savings gap, and MUCH more.By Robert L. Johnson

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