Best Richard Floyd Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 229 - AI in the Smart Home 51:03

2h ago51:03

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Adam and Richard talk about the state of AI in the smart home, including fridges with computer vision and how Josh.ai is trying to fix voice-controlled home automation. Then, they talk about Apple's AI-related announcements at WWDC, including a huge tie-up with OpenAI ... but when, exactly, will we see this tech on all our devices? Also on today's …

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#8 Resilience and Recovery: Richard Oakley's Path from Trauma to Advocacy 29:34

6h ago29:34

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Can you imagine facing a kidnapping, assassination attempt, and being seen as the enemy in your own community, all while striving to protect and serve? Richard Oakley, or Rich, a retired DEA senior special agent, joins us to tell his gripping story of resilience against unimaginable odds. From his early inspiration by local police officers to endur…

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Ep. 727: D23 schedule, Disneyland dining trip, "Not Just a Goof" 1:16:26

13h ago1:16:26

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This week, Julia Layne joins Jeff to discuss some timely news: The D23 schedule just dropped, and we look at Friday's schedule as we start to make plans for the convention. Then, we talk about a new documentary about "A Goofy Movie" called "Not Just a Goof" which we were able to preview at the Walt Disney Family Museum, and we talk about the creati…

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Episode 22: Fayette County (Ohio State & NFL QB Art Schlichter) 44:26

2d ago44:26

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Welcome to episode 22 of Ohio 88 where I, your host, Heather Wright, will discuss one of the most notorious individuals from Fayette County, Ohio. For this episode, we will be discussing Art Schlichter. Schlichter, who is a Bloomingburg native and former Ohio State and NFL quarterback, is perhaps best known for throwing the decisive interception in…

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SNEAK PEEK #22 - Fayette County 58:41

2d ago58:41

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SNEAK PEEK! This is a sneak peek episode for our Fayette County Patreon episode! Be sure to head over to https://www.patreon.com/ohio88 and for just $1 per month, you'll receive full bonus episodes, extra content, goodies, and more! Visit our new website: https://www.ohio88podcast.com/ Special thanks to Courtney for her help with this episode! Spec…

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Writing the Future of Digital Music Creation with Cmajor Software Co-Founder, Julian Storer #19 31:28

6d ago31:28

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Almost every piece of music made today is done so with Julian Storer’s digital fingerprints embedded in it, such is the reach of his work. From writing a groundbreaking DAW to creating the future of DSP libraries, his journey in software is utterly unique, and places him perfectly to see the AI-enabled future of creative industries. Join us on Grea…

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Episode 7: Crisis Equals Opportunity: Michael Pellegrino's Journey from Law Enforcement to Mental Health Advocacy 30:08

5d ago30:08

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What if the most challenging times in your life could become your most significant opportunities for growth? Join us as we sit down with Michael Pellegrino, a retired detective from the Ewing Police Department in New Jersey and the author of "Crisis Equals Opportunity: Finding Growth and Resilience in Challenging Times." Michael takes us through hi…

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Episode 6 : Floyd "Shad" Meshad, from the Battlefield to Advocacy 31:24

13d ago31:24

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What drives a man from the path to priesthood to the heart of a war zone? Join us as we sit down with Floyd "Shad" Meshad, a remarkable figure whose journey defies all expectations. From his early days in a devout Catholic family in Birmingham, Alabama, to his transformative role as one of the first mental health officers in Vietnam, Shad's story i…

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Creating Communities Around Umbraco with Speaker & Owner of Floyd Innovations LLC, Heather Floyd #18 33:10

17d ago33:10

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From humble beginnings with an Access database to a renowned Umbraco expert, Heather Floyd’s software journey is a tad unconventional, but equally extraordinary. She’s spoken at Codegarden and carved her path in software across decades, so it was a joy to catch up with her at Codegarden 2024 to hear her take on the future of Umbraco, the power of c…

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Real Conversation w/David Ault 1:40:16

24d ago1:40:16

1:40:16

When Louise Hay wanted original music for her self-help ministry in the 1980s, David Ault, Jerry Florence, and Keith Kimberlin formed "Alliance" to meet that need. What they couldn't know is that they were laying the foundation for modern New Thought music. As the last man standing, David Ault still carries the torch of compassionate care and self-…

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Ep. 726: Inside Out 2, Disneyland news, author Alan Dean Foster 1:11:00

28d ago1:11:00

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This week, Kristen Carr joins the show to share her first reactions to Inside Out 2, the latest Pixar film, and we offer a spoiler-free introduction to the new characters and situations that Riley encounters as she reaches puberty. Also - summer is in full swing at Disneyland! Ticket prices are low and temperatures are rising, so it's a great time …

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Perfecting the Tech Team Blueprint: Human-Centred Leadership with Seemin Suleri, VP of Engineering at Prima #17 44:58

1M ago44:58

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Had enough of bad leaders? Take a leaf from Seemin Suleri’s book, and be the leader you wish you had… With huge leadership roles in 288 Group, AXA Health, and most recently becoming VP of Engineering at Prima, Seemin’s human-centric approach is absolutely game changing for tech startups and scaleups alike! Join us on Great Software People as Seemin…

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Episode 5: Resilience and Healing: Jim Lydon's Journey Through Trauma and Mental Health 30:15

1M ago30:15

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What happens when the weight of saving lives becomes too heavy to bear? Join us for a gripping conversation with Jim Lydon, a retired fire chief and one of the many voices in the upcoming book "Wounds to Wisdom Healing Through Veteran First Responder Narratives." Jim takes us from his childhood in Northern California, where he discovered his passio…

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Episode 3: Resilience and Redemption: The Journey of Robert 'Bobby' Ledogar 26:40

1M ago26:40

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What happens when a dedicated US Navy veteran and former US Marshal faces the ultimate test of resilience and integrity? This week, we're honored to welcome Robert "Bobby" Ledogar, who takes us through his compelling life journey from the streets of Queens, New York, to Desert Storm and the high-stakes world of the US Marshals. Bobby opens up about…

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Episode 4: Holly Higgins, Transforming Pain into Wisdom. 20:52

1M ago20:52

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What if your greatest pain could become your most profound source of wisdom? Join us for an intimate conversation with Holly Higgins, a contributing author of "Wounds to Wisdom: Healing Through Veteran and First Responder Narratives." Holly shares the impactful journey of her life with a World War II veteran father who battled addiction, her initia…

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Episode 2: Melissa Hanks Ketchel, Honoring a Brother's Legacy: Healing and Heroism through advocacy. 26:01

1M ago26:01

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Join us in a heartfelt conversation with Melissa Hanks Ketchell, a dedicated veteran advocate and Gold Star sister of Lance Corporal Michael W. Hanks, as she shares memories and the profound journey that led to her brother’s military service. Melissa recounts Michael’s inspiration to join the Marines, their shared experiences through his boot camp …

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Episode 1: Resilience and Redemption: Chad Bruckner's Journey from Military Service to Law Enforcement 27:19

1M ago27:19

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Our guest, Chad Bruckner, a resilient Army veteran and law enforcement officer, recounts his inspiring journey from teenage turbulence to finding purpose and validation in the military at just 17. This episode unravels Chad's life story, highlighting the values of hard work and personal growth instilled during his time in the Army, and how these ex…

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Ep. 725: Remembering Richard Sherman 59:59

1M ago59:59

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This week, Jeff welcomes Kristen back to the show to reminisce about Disney Legend Richard Sherman, who passed away on May 25. We share some thoughts about the influence he (along with brother Robert) had on popular music and the Disney Company, and we share some memories of time we spent with Richard. Other topics include our summer Disney plans (…

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How to Become a Pioneering Remote-First CTO with Wheel.io’s Jose Torres #16 35:28

2M ago35:28

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Industry-leading businesses now don’t come from anywhere… they come from everywhere. Remote-first companies are nothing new to Jose Torres, whose roles in software saw him embracing hybrid ways of working long before the world was forced into it. Now CTO at Wheel.io, his story can guide us all on building top class teams around the globe, and how y…

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Ep. 724: Mousetalgia Mega-Charcuterie 1:07:06

2M ago1:07:06

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This week, Jeff is joined by Tina and Julia from the Pal Around Podcast to share a super smorgasbord of Disney fun and knowledge with a mega-charcuterie! Our varied topics include Sun-Ra's new Disney vinyl, our thoughts on DisneylandForward, a Mini-Museum with a piece of Walt Disney's Apartment from Disneyland, collecting Disney blind boxes, traini…

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Episode 228 - Food Tech and the Smart Kitchen with Mike Wolf 44:26

2M ago44:26

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Mike Wolf returns! The original host of the Smart Home Show, now running The Spoon and the Smart Kitchen Summit, is back to talk with Adam and Richard about the latest and greatest food tech. That extends from robots in restaurants to home composting solutions like The Mill. The trio also talks about how advances in AI may change our cooking and ea…

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Decoding the Tech Startup Blueprint with Likeminded Co-Founder & CTO, Stefan Anca #15 33:43

2M ago33:43

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What makes a tech startup shine? The unique nature of each startup demands empathetic leadership of a CTO, something which Stefan Anca exhibits in abundance, having Co-Founded the Berlin-based mental health platform, Likeminded. Join us as we learn from his invaluable experiences, evolving from mobile development through to a resilience-building Fo…

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Real Conversation w/ Faith Rivera 1:35:14

2M ago1:35:14

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Since moving from SoCal to Hawaii, New Thought Diva Faith Rivera has been exploring and expanding, both musically and spiritually. Audiences of all descriptions are engaged & energized through her upbeat messages, music, and dance. Faith is a multiple Posi Award winner and a Grace Note Award recipient, and for good reason. We last spoke with Faith …

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Interplay of Light, Shadow, and Life 12:01

2M ago12:01

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Join us on a transformative journey through the cosmos and the depths of the human experience. In this episode, we'll explore the profound wisdom and insights found within a poetic meditation on a total solar eclipse. Through vivid imagery and thoughtful reflection, the poem captures the awe-inspiring majesty of this rare celestial event. But it al…

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Ep. 723: Pixar Fest 2024, Céntrico at Downtown Disney 55:10

2M ago55:10

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May the Fourth be with you - and may plentiful Pixar pals dance through your head while you learn all about Pixar Fest on this week's show! Kristen Carr from Mousetalgia Fastpass joins us this week to discuss everything about the Disneyland Resort's latest happening - Pixar Fest, which celebrates everything Pixar in both Disneyland and Disney Calif…

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The AI Revolution in Content Archival with Senior Manager, Library and Media Management at Asharq News, Kathey Battrick #14 29:10

2M ago29:10

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Among the industries being touched by AI, there’s an undercover revolution in content archival that’ll change the future of journalism. From her early start with British Pathe to her role as Senior Manager, Library and Media Management at Asharq News, Kathey Battrick has had a front row seat to watch media metadata evolve for the modern age. Join u…

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Tracing the Roots of Android’s Finest Engineers with Senior Android Engineer, Kunle Ogunjimi #13 39:45

3M ago39:45

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From humble beginnings come some of our industry’s greatest minds. Once curious about MATLAB, a young Kunle Ogunjimi’s curiosity bloomed into a fascinating software career! The lessons we stand to learn from his journey so far are plentiful, and in this episode of Great Software People we learn the art of guiding your early career path, adapting to…

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Poetic Wisdom and Humor 11:08

3M ago11:08

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This poem skillfully interweaves themes of poetic wisdom and humor. It presents poetry as a vessel for imparting profound insights while recognizing Humor's value. The imagery of "words strung like pearls" and "whispered secrets" conveys the depth and nuance of poetic expression. Simultaneously, the poem celebrates the ability of verse to "inspire"…

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Ep. 722: The Marc and Alice Davis Archives auction 1:15:34

3M ago1:15:34

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This week, Kristen joins Jeff to talk about the recent "Marc and Alice Davis Archives" auction hosted by Heritage Auctions. We talk about the first time we met Alice Davis back in 2011, and share our memories of touring her home gallery featuring all of Marc's art, and her relationship with Mary Blair - and then we talk about our successes during t…

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Poetic Wisdom and Humor Trailer 2:10

4M ago2:10

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Start your day with a literary adventure like no other. "Poetic Wisdom & Humor" is a unique podcast that interweaves original poetry, insightful analysis, and delightful humor, creating a tapestry of inspiration and joy. Each episode unveils a meticulously crafted poem that captures life's complexities and mysteries. But that's just the beginning –…

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The Unexpected Journey from Webmaster to CTO with Learnerbly’s CTO and Angel Investor, Katherine Spice #12 38:38

3M ago38:38

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Once an aspiring civil engineer, Katherine Spice’s path has evolved so organically into a leadership journey with purpose. All of Katherine’s roles have exhibited social impact, and beyond her CTO position at Learnerbly she’s supporting female-founders as an angel investor. It’s a combination that gives her purpose-driven career a fascinating angle…

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Ep. 721: D23 Expo tickets, Disneyland history tour 1:40:10

4M ago1:40:10

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Happy Easter! This week, we take a trip to Disneyland with 1955 guest Kit Reichow, who first visited Disneyland in his wonder years in September 1955 and never stopped visiting. We take a look at the park through the eyes of a guest who grew up alongside the park, and consider how things have changed throughout the history of the Disneyland Resort.…

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Episode 227 - Is Kaleidescape Really the "Ultimate Movie Platform?" 52:10

4M ago52:10

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Adam has been testing the Kaleidescape home theater movie platform, and on our last episode, he interviewed the company's director of technical marketing, Andre Floyd. Today, Richard interviews Adam about what he's learned from using the so-called "ultimate movie platform," who should definitely use it, and who might want to think twice before inve…

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Real Conversation w/Richard Mekdeci 1:23:33

4M ago1:23:33

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When this singer/songwriter moved from Nashville to Unity Village just outside of Kansas City, he was just getting started. As the president and co-founder of Empower Music and Arts and the Empower Music Festival, he created a communal experience in support of Posi musicians that is fast approaching its third decade. Still a troubadour at heart, no…

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Understanding Racial Identity in Young Children 27:24

4M ago27:24

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“Racial identity” refers to a person’s understanding of different racial identities, one’s preferences for a particular racial identity and how identities are ranked in their family, their society and in their own mind. Toni Sturdivant has spent her career developing a library of books and a collection of teaching ideas for the early childhood clas…

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Beating Burnout at Your Career Peak with Technical Leader and Consultant at T5 Digital, Gemma Cameron #11 1:16:11

4M ago1:16:11

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With career highlights spanning Co-op, LateRooms and the Eurofighter Typhoon it’s clear to see that Gemma Cameron’s carved an impressive career for herself. Of all the qualities that she exhibits, however, its being attuned to her wellbeing that’s become paramount as her technical leadership journey has evolved into her role at T5 Digital. Join us …

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Episode 226 - Interview with Kaleidescape’s Andre Floyd 41:04

4M ago41:04

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Adam sits down with Andre Floyd, director of technical marketing at the "ultimate movie platform" Kaleidescape, to talk about his experience testing their hardware in his home theater, and what makes Kaleidescape different from other digital media solutions. It's an in-depth conversation about movies, smart home integrations, and how to get the mos…

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Ep. 720: "Disney Adulting" 59:49

4M ago59:49

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This week, Jeff invites Disney influencer/journalist/podcaster Kristen Carr to the show to discuss the concept of Disney Adulting, and the current trend of using the term "Disney adult" as an insult. Along with my wife Julia, we talk about the generational influence Boomers/Xers have on Disney fandom, paying for vacations years in advance with DVC,…

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An Anti-Bias Approach to Classroom Management 22:05

5M ago22:05

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One of the hardest parts of teaching is managing the classroom to promote learning, keep order and inspire students. Many approaches to classroom management are punitive and reproachful. Reddy describes a different approach that–at its core– celebrates students and gives them opportunities to practice their identities. Guest: Shawn Prakash Reddy wa…

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The Bold Path of a Microsoft Advocate with Reynald Adolphe #10 1:05:21

5M ago1:05:21

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Reynald Adolphe’s career in software has been long and, with LinkedIn Learn & Microsoft among his roles, remarkably fruitful. Across such a journey, he’s seen the industry shift massively and pursued innovation from the moment he discovered his passion for technology. Now a Senior Developer Advocate, he shares the highlights and takeaways from a fa…

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