Best Jason Blanchard Podcasts (2024)

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Terence Blanchard (Part 2) 30:48

13d ago30:48

30:48

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews Grammy-winning and Oscar-nominated composer Terence Blanchard, who brings his acclaimed opera concert “Fire Shut Up In My Bones” to Strathmore in North Bethesda, Maryland this Friday night. They also reflect on his iconic film scores, from Spike Lee’s “Malcolm X” and “BlackKlansman” to Kasi Lemmon…

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Brian Stokes Mitchell (Part 2) 24:33

3h ago24:33

24:33

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews Tony winner Brian Stokes Mitchell, who headlines “Broadway in Bethesda” this Saturday at Round House Theatre in Bethesda, Maryland. They discuss his prolific stage career, as well as the state of theater in America and his overall philosophy on life. (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn …

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Damon Gupton 16:46

5h ago16:46

16:46

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews actor Damon Gupton (“Black Lightning," "The Big Door Prize"), who guest conducts the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra for “Blockbuster Film Classics” tomorrow at Strathmore in North Bethesda, Maryland, followed by a pair of shows this weekend in Baltimore. (Theme Music Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn…

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322 Leveraging the Yin and Yang: Secrets to Building a High-Performing CEO-COO Partnership with Cameron Herold, Founder of COO Alliance | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader 34:11

1h ago34:11

34:11

In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli sits down with Cameron Herold, a seasoned entrepreneur, speaker, and author of the book The Second in Command: Unleash the Power of Your COO. With a wealth of experience as a COO and having coached numerous companies worldwide, Cameron shares his invaluable insights on the critical role of th…

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Marlon Wayans (Part 3) 18:29

3h ago18:29

18:29

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews comedian Marlon Wayans, who performs live at MGM National Harbor near Washington D.C. on Saturday night. They also discuss his upcoming standup special “Good Grief” on Amazon Prime, his new movie “Goat” by Jordan Peele’s Monkey Paw Productions and memories of “Scary Movie,” “Air” and “Requiem for …

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George Lopez 18:41

5h ago18:41

18:41

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews comedian George Lopez, who performs live at the Kennedy Center in Washington D.C. this Friday and Saturday nights. Lopez called in to preview the show, as well as reflect on his Grammy-nominated comedy albums and beloved TV sitcoms. (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more about your ad…

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Thursday Refresh with Dave Ulrich, Father of Modern Day HR on Leading the Organization of the Future | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader 52:22

5d ago52:22

52:22

In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Dave Ulrich. Known as the Father of modern-day HR, Dave Ulrich is the Rensis Likert Professor at the Ross School of Business, University of Michigan, and a partner at the RBL Group, a consulting firm focused on helping organizations and leaders deliver value. Dave Ulrich has publi…

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320 Reboot Your Leadership: The CEO Whisperer Jerry Colonna on Humanity, Courageous Leadership, and Belonging | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader 41:42

6d ago41:42

41:42

In this thought-provoking episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli engages in a deep and insightful conversation with Jerry Colonna, CEO of Reboot.io and the renowned CEO coach known as the “CEO Whisperer.” Jerry Colonna is also the author of the groundbreaking books Reboot: Leadership and the Art of Growing Up and Reunion: Leadership and t…

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Lewis Black (Part 4) 22:32

6d ago22:32

22:32

WTOP's Jason Fraley catches up with comedian Lewis Black, who cracks up the Kennedy Center this Friday night with his "Final Tour" called “Goodbye Yeller Brick Road," though he insists that he isn't retiring from comedy. He also shares memories of growing up in the D.C. area before gaining fame on “The Daily Show” and as the voice of Anger in Pixar…

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Harvey Mason Jr. (Part 2) 14:11

7d ago14:11

14:11

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews Recording Academy C.E.O. Harvey Mason Jr. as Sheryl Crow will be honored at the annual Grammys on the Hill at The Hamilton in Washington D.C. tomorrow night. They discuss her impressive discography, as well as pressing issues that they'll advocate for on Capitol Hill from A.I. to ticket prices. (T…

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Nathan Lane 24:35

10d ago24:35

24:35

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews Nathan Lane, who receives Signature Theatre’s Sondheim Award at The Anthem in Washington D.C. on Monday. Lane discusses the big honor, shares his memories of Sondheim and marks the 30th anniversary of “The Lion King." (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…

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Dave Attell 23:10

11d ago23:10

23:10

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews comedian Dave Attell, who cracks up the Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races in West Virginia on Friday, May 4. They preview the show, as well as hype his latest Netflix special "Hot Cross Buns" and debate the greatest standup comics of all time. (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn mo…

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New Kids on the Block (Part 2) 18:20

12d ago18:20

18:20

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews Joey McIntyre of New Kids on the Block as tickets go on sale to the Big Summer Tour at Merriweather Post Pavilion in Columbia, Maryland on August 16. They discuss the band’s formation and biggest hits from “Hangin’ Tough” to “Step By Step," as well as what each member brings to the group. (Theme M…

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319 Becoming Unstoppable: Leadership Lessons from a Navy SEAL Turned CEO with Alden Mills | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader 49:06

13d ago49:06

49:06

In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli sits down with Alden Mills, three-time Navy SEAL Platoon Commander and INC 500 CEO. Alden Mills is also the author of three books, the latest of which is Unstoppable Mindset: How to Use What You Have to Get What You Want. Throughout the conversation, Alden shares his insights on navigating ch…

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Derek Hough (Part 2) 19:59

14d ago19:59

19:59

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley catches up with six-time "Dancing with the Stars" champion Derek Hough, who performs “Symphony of Dance” live at Capital One Hall in Tysons, Virginia this Wednesday night. They preview the show and recap his wife’s medical emergency the last time they were in the D.C. area in December, when she started feeli…

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Chelsea Handler 16:54

17d ago16:54

16:54

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews comedian Chelsea Handler, who performs live tomorrow night at The Lyric in Baltimore, Maryland. She joined me to preview the show, as well as TV memories of “Chelsea Lately” and her standup specials. (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adch…

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Public Enemy 26:25

18d ago26:25

26:25

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews Public Enemy frontman Chuck D, who visits the Weinberg Center in Frederick, Maryland tonight for the Frederick Speaker Series. They discuss the state of art, culture and the world, while reflecting on Public Enemy’s biggest hits, including “Fight the Power," "Rebel Without a Pause,” “Don’t Believe…

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'Hell's Kitchen' 18:33

19d ago18:33

18:33

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews D.C. native and Broadway producer Marjuan Canady, whose revival of “The Wiz” opens today at Broadway's Marquis Theatre before her brand new Alicia Keys musical “Hell’s Kitchen” premieres at Broadway's Schubert Theatre on Saturday. (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more about your ad c…

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John Mellencamp 25:59

20d ago25:59

25:59

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews John Mellencamp's longtime guitarist Mike Wanchic ahead of Thursday night's show at DAR Constitution Hall in Washington D.C. They break down the band's most iconic hits, including “Hurts So Good,” “Jack & Diane,” “Pink Houses,” “Authority Song” and “Small Town.” (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clar…

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318 Bracing for Impact: How Generative AI Will Disrupt Education and Learning – and How to Ride the Wave with Jason Gulya | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader 1:01:32

20d ago1:01:32

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In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli sits down with Jason Gulya, a higher education AI Strategist, to explore the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in education and organizations. As someone who initially resisted the idea of becoming a teacher, Jason's journey is a testament to the power of adaptability a…

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Phil Rosenthal 26:29

21d ago26:29

26:29

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews "Everybody Loves Raymond" creator Phil Rosenthal, who performs live at Warner Theatre in Washington D.C. this Thursday night. They also discuss the delicious D.C. restaurants highlighted on Netflix's "Somebody Feed Phil," as well as how he went from writing on the ABC sitcom "Coach" to creating Ra…

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Aaron Tveit 20:48

22d ago20:48

20:48

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews actor Aaron Tveit as tomorrow marks the 15th anniversary of the acclaimed musical “Next to Normal” premiering on Broadway on April 15, 2009. They spoke when he performed at The Barns at Wolf Trap in Virginia in 2018. (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more about your ad choices. Visit …

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Kevin Macdonald 19:41

26d ago19:41

19:41

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley celebrates National Submarine Day by doing a deep dive with Oscar-winning filmmaker Kevin Macdonald on the 10th anniversary of his 2014 submarine flick “Black Sea" starring Jude Law. They spoke when Macdonald ("State of Play," "The Last King of Scotland," "One Day in September") visited Washington D.C. back …

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317 The Future of Empowered Management: Insights on Systems, Mindsets, and Democratizing Performance from OnLoop's CEO &Co-Founder JJ (Projjal) Ghatak | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader 48:09

27d ago48:09

48:09

In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli sits down with JJ (Projjal) Ghatak, a seasoned technology executive who has held key roles at companies like Uber and is currently the Co-Founder and CEO of OnLoop, a habit-forming, genAI-powered goals and feedback platform for high functioning teams. Projjal Ghatak shares his unique insights…

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John Savage 28:17

27d ago28:17

28:17

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews actor John Savage as today marks the 45th anniversary of “The Deer Hunter” winning five Oscars, including Best Picture, on April 9th, 1979. They spoke in June 2020 when Savage guest starred in the CBS military drama series “SEAL Team." They also reflected on the legacy of “The Deer Hunter” where h…

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'The Dream Whisperer' 21:15

1M ago21:15

21:15

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews Eric Drath, director of the documentary "The Dream Whisperer," chronicling NBA legend Dick Barnett’s quest to get his college basketball team inducted into the Hall of Fame. The team was finally honored at the White House yesterday, perhaps inspired by this interview on WTOP in Washington D.C. (Th…

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'The Karate Kid' 17:07

1M ago17:07

17:07

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews father and son Martin and Jesse Kove to celebrate the 40th anniversary of "The Karate Kid" (1984) and to preview their new western flick "Far Haven," which makes its linear TV premiere on the INSP network on Sunday, April 14. (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more about your ad choice…

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Digable Planets 31:44

1M ago31:44

31:44

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews Doodlebug of the Grammy-winning hip-hop trio Digable Planets, who headline the Jazz & Blossoms Park Jam this Sunday at Franklin Park in Washington D.C. They discuss the group’s career, from its philosophical origins to its smash hit “Rebirth of Slick (Cool Like Dat).” (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's…

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316 Thursday Refresh Paul Daugherty, CTO Accenture on Human + Machine, Radically Human How New Technology Is Transforming Business and Shaping Our Future | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader 36:00

1M ago36:00

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In this engaging episode of the Partnering Leadership podcast, host Mahan Tavakoli engages in an insightful conversation with Paul Daugherty, the group chief executive of technology and chief technology officer at Accenture. During the episode, Paul Daugherty emphasizes the criticality of adopting a technology-focused mindset and embracing constant…

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'Ghosts' 24:07

1M ago24:07

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WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews actors Richie Moriarty and Danielle Pinnock of "Ghosts," which airs tonight on CBS before the cast visits the Library of Congress in Washington D.C. for a special event next Tuesday. They discuss their ghostly characters Pete and Alberta, while providing a sneak peek at the next two episodes. (The…

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Los Lobos 38:40

1M ago38:40

38:40

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews Steve Berlin of Los Lobos, which rocks Hollywood Casino at Charle Town Races in West Virginia next week on April 12. They discuss the Latin-rock band's prolific 50-year run, from “La Bamba” to “Desperado." (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.f…

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Jennifer Esposito 39:14

1M ago39:14

39:14

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews Jennifer Esposito, who writes, directs and stars in "Fresh Kills" at the Annapolis Film Festival in Maryland this Friday. They discuss her decades-long journey to write and direct her first feature, as well as playing the mother of Emily Bader, who also joins the call. (Theme Music: Scott Buckley'…

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315 [Best of] Leadership lessons from billionaire philanthropist David Rubenstein, Carlyle Group Co-Founder and Co-Chairman 35:21

1M ago35:21

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In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with David Rubenstein, co-founder & co-chairman of Carlyle Group & President of the Economic Club of Washington DC. In the conversation David Rubenstein shares his journey from working at the White House to starting one of the largest private equity investment firms globally. He also t…

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Alan Ruck 23:08

1M ago23:08

23:08

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews Alan Ruck, who screens "Ferris Bueller's Day Off" at Warner Theatre in Washington D.C. on Thursday night. They discuss the legacy of John Hughes' 1986 coming-of-age classic, as well as his Emmy-nominated role as Connor Roy in HBO's "Succession." (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more …

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'Freaknik' 33:59

1M ago33:59

33:59

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley explores the new Hulu documentary "Freaknik: The Wildest Party Never Told" by interviewing Amadi Boone, Monique Tolliver-Logan and Emma Horton-Ferguson, three D.C. Metro Club alumni who helped launch Freaknik in Atlanta in the early ’80s. (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more about your ad choi…

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'We Were the Lucky Ones' 14:49

1M ago14:49

14:49

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews the cast and creators of the new Holocaust miniseries "We Were the Lucky Ones," which premieres tomorrow on Hulu. Actress Joey King, author Georgia Hunter and show runner Erica Lipez break down the power of this family story. (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more about your ad choice…

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314 Leading Excellence: Greg Wooldridge's Leadership Secrets as the Blue Angels' Only 3-Time Commanding Officer | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader 44:52

1M ago44:52

44:52

In this captivating episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli sits down with Greg Wooldridge, the only person to have led the Blue Angels, the U.S. Navy's renowned flight demonstration squadron, three times. With his unparalleled experience and unique insights, Greg Wooldridge shares valuable lessons on leadership, team dynamics, and the pur…

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Robert Glasper (Part 2) 29:04

1M ago29:04

29:04

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews five-time Grammy winner Robert Glasper, who hosts a "Black Radio" tribute to Duke Ellington and J Dilla this Saturday at the Kennedy Center in Washington D.C. They discuss the special concert, as well as his acclaimed career of jazz, hip-hop and R&B. (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn …

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'Madu' 19:19

2M ago19:19

19:19

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews Oscar-nominated director Matt Ogens about his new documentary "Madu," which screens this Sunday at the AFI New African Film Festival at the AFI Silver Theatre in Silver Spring, Maryland before streaming on Disney+ on March 29. They discuss his journey chronicling 11-year-old Anthony Madu, a Nigeri…

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'Animaniacs' 36:02

2M ago36:02

36:02

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with the cast of the animated TV series "Animaniacs," who crack up the Weinberg Center in Frederick, Maryland this Saturday night. Rob Paulsen, Maurice LaMarche and Randy Rogel call in to preview the show and reflect on iconic characters like Pinky & The Brain, Yakko Warner, and tons of characters from…

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313 Strategies to Help You and Your Organization Thrive in a Fast-Changing World by Anticipating What's Next with Futurist Daniel Burrus | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader 48:55

2M ago48:55

48:55

In this episode of the Partnering Leadership podcast, Mahan Tavakoli interviews Daniel Burrus, a world-renowned futurist, strategist, and author of The Anticipatory Organization: Turn Disruption and Change into Opportunity and Advantage. In the conversation, Daniel Burrus shares his powerful framework for anticipating the future and shaping strateg…

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Cindy Blackman Santana 29:21

2M ago29:21

29:21

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews drummer Cindy Blackman Santana, who rocks The Carlyle Room in Washington D.C. this Friday and Saturday. She shares her journey of growing up in Ohio, moving to New England and touring with Lenny Kravitz before meeting husband Carlos Santana, who proposed to her on stage in 2010. (Theme Music: Scot…

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312 The Great Engagement: How Leaders Inspire Exceptional Organizational Cultures by Unlocking Team Potential with Brad Zimmerman | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader 49:51

2M ago49:51

49:51

In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli sits down with Brad Zimmerman, a seasoned business consultant and coauthor of The Great Engagement: How CEOs Create Exceptional Cultures. With over thirty years of experience guiding businesses to success, Brad brings a wealth of knowledge and practical insights to the table. Throughout the c…

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William H. Macy 24:26

2M ago24:26

24:26

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews William H. Macy, who hosts a special screening of “Fargo” this Thursday night at Warner Theatre in Washington D.C. Macy reflects on his Oscar-nominated role as Jerry Lundegaard, as well as the brilliance of Frances McDormand, Steve Buscemi and the Coen Brothers. (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clar…

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Dolly Parton 28:52

2M ago28:52

28:52

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with country music legend Dolly Parton as today marks the 50th anniversary of her iconic song “I Will Always Love You," which released on March 11, 1974. Jason managed to ask one question during a nationwide media call with numerous outlets before Dolly played Wolf Trap in Vienna, Virginia in 2016. (Th…

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311 Thursday Refresh with Ajay Agrawal on Prediction Machines, Power & Prediction and Leading Through The Disruptive Economics of Artificial Intelligence | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader 40:50

2M ago40:50

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In this Partnering Leadership conversation, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Professor Ajay Agrawal, the Geoffrey Taber Chair in Entrepreneurship and Innovation and Professor of Strategic Management at the University of Toronto's Rotman School of Management. Ajay Agrawal is also the founder of the Creative Destruction Lab (CDL), a not-for-profit program …

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310 Unlearning Certainty: Leadership in an Age of Exponential Uncertainty, Mahan Tavakoli interviewed by Tim Windsor on the UNCOMMODiFiED Podcast 34:56

2M ago34:56

34:56

This episode of Partnering Leadership features Mahan Tavakoli in an interview on the Uncommodified podcast with host Tim Windsor. They explore AI's impact on leadership in an increasingly fast-changing world. Mahan and Tim have an insightful dialogue around evolving leadership approaches for exponential times driven by technological advances like A…

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Tedeschi Trucks 26:11

2M ago26:11

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Hilary Swank (Part 2) 12:01

2M ago12:01

12:01

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews two-time Academy Award winner Hilary Swank about her inspirational new movie "Ordinary Angels." They also discuss the 20th anniversary of "Million Dollar Baby," which made her a two-time Oscar winner after "Boys Don't Cry." They even end by rapid-firing about her favorite performances by other mul…

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Trombone Shorty 24:15

2M ago24:15

24:15

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews Trombone Shorty, who brings his band Orleans Avenue with The Soul Rebels to Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races in West Virginia on Saturday night. He discusses growing up in New Orleans, his lifelong friendship with Jon Batiste, acting in David Simon's "Treme" and why he loves performing in th…

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