Best Academic Competition Podcasts (2024)

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The Future of Artificial Intelligence in Strategic Competition with Ylli Bajraktari, President and CEO of the Special Competitive Studies Project and Dr. Prasant Mohapatra, Provost of the University of ... 34:09

4h ago34:09

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In this episode of At the Boundary, we go back to our GNSI Tampa Summit in March and listen in on a conversation between Dr. Prasant Mohapatra, the Provost of the University of South Florida and Ylli Bajraktari, President and CEO of the Special Competitive Studies Project, an initiative spearheaded by Eric Schmidt, the former CEO of Google. Between…

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Targeted harassment of individuals within the United States by the People's Republic of China, with guest Amy Mitchell, former Senior Advisor to the U.S. State Department 37:23

7d ago37:23

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Amy Mitchell, a former senior advisor to the Office of Global Women’s Issues for the U.S. State Department, joins At the Boundary for an in-depth discussion on how the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), uses secret police stations all over the world to surveil, coerce, and assault targeted individuals from speaking out against its communist doctrine. A…

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Listen Now: The Competition 7:10

7d ago7:10

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Every summer for the past seven decades, 50 high school seniors—one from every state—descend on Mobile, Alabama to take part in one of the country’s most lucrative scholarship competitions for teen girls. The Competition takes you behind the scenes of the Distinguished Young Women (DYW) program, and follows seven girls as they experience the highs …

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Dr. Vali Nasr and Dr. Mohsen Milani, Two of the World's Foremost Iran Experts Fireside Chat at GNSI Policy Dialogues 47:43

14d ago47:43

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As part of our Policy Dialogues series of events, GNSI gathered some of the world's foremost experts on Iran for a recent conference: The Iran Enigma: Navigating Strategy and Security. Two of those leading scholars, Drs. Vali Nasr and Mohsen Milani, participated in a thought-provoking Fireside Chat as one of the highlights of the conference. Nasr i…

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Meeting Bands Where They Are with USBands Executive Director Sean King 31:01

20d ago31:01

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Sean King is the Executive Director of USBands and has been a member of the USBands team for 27 years. Since 2020, he has overseen the transition of the organization from one parent non-profit to a program offering of BD Performing Arts, a non-profit organization based in Concord, CA. Sean has been responsible for aligning organizational and operat…

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CDAO for the Dept of Defense Craig Martell Discusses Artificial Intelligence with USF Professor John Licato (Part 2) 39:36

21d ago39:36

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Dr. Craig Martell, former technology executive at Lyft and Dropbox, and the first Chief Development and Artificial Intelligence Officer for the Department of Defense, is one of the world's leading experts on artificial intelligence, machine learning and large language models. His keynote address at GNSI Tampa Summit 3 was such a roaring success, we…

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Episode 64: Fact vs. Fiction - WWII Mythologizing and Its Legacy in Ukraine 33:02

21d ago33:02

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The invasion of Ukraine has shone a light on how global leaders leverage historical narratives to suit the political moment. For leaders like Vladimir Putin, the popular memory of World War II is a useful propaganda tool to legitimize its invasion. In this episode, host Ryan Wisowaty sits down with Dr. Aviel Roshwald discusses the legacies of WWII …

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Insuring the Future: Global Risks in the Insurance Landscape 23:50

28d ago23:50

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How do escalating global risks such as climate change and cybercrime affect the insurance industry? Listen in as we dive into preventative measures, tech integration, and customer-centric shifts reshaping the insurance realm, with Satyanandan Atyam, Chief Risk Officer, Tata AIG General Insurance Company Limited, on our latest LeaderCast episode.…

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CDAO for the Dept of Defense Craig Martell Discusses Artificial Intelligence with USF Professor John Licato (Part 1) 41:12

28d ago41:12

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Dr. Craig Martell, former technology executive at Lyft and Dropbox, and the first Chief Development and Artificial Intelligence Officer for the Department of Defense, is one of the world's leading experts on artificial intelligence, machine learning and large language models. His keynote address at GNSI Tampa Summit 3 was such a roaring success, we…

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Episode 63: Shoot for the Moon - Cislunar Security with Kaitlyn Johnson 39:28

28d ago39:28

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As great power competition extends into space, what will be the impact on nations’ behaviors and interests both on and around the Moon? Host Kellsie Herrmann sits down with space policy expert Kaitlyn Johnson, who walks through the political and scientific realities of the cislunar security environment.…

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Fireside Chat (Part 2) Featuring the Honorable Kirstjen Nielsen and General (Ret) Frank McKenzie 31:29

1M ago31:29

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Artificial Intelligence is a hot-button issue - perhaps the hot-button issue - around the world today. AI was the focus of our recently completed GNSI Tampa Summit 3: Artificial Intelligence in the Era of Strategic Competition. A highly anticipated segment of the conference was the Fireside Chat on Day 1, featuring the Honorable Kirstjen Nielsen an…

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Episode 62: NATO at 75 with Professor Stephen Flanagan 47:27

1M ago47:27

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In recognition of NATO’s upcoming 75th Anniversary, please join us for a special episode of the Precision-Guided Podcast featuring Professor Stephen Flanagan, a distinguished figure in the field of transatlantic security and defense. Professor Flanagan sits down with hosts Gareth Smythe and Miriam Pasternak to share his insights on the resilience a…

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Fireside Chat (Part 1)Featuring the Honorable Kirstjen Nielsen and General (Ret) Frank McKenzie 28:12

1M ago28:12

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Artificial Intelligence is a hot-button issue - perhaps the hot-button issue - around the world today. AI was the focus of our recently completed GNSI Tampa Summit 3: Artificial Intelligence in the Era of Strategic Competition. A highly anticipated segment of the conference was the Fireside Chat on Day 1, featuring the Honorable Kirstjen Nielsen an…

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Building The Entrepreneurial Mindset 13:39

1M ago13:39

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Entrepreneur, author, and ISB alumnus Ankur Warikoo shares anecdotes, lessons learned, and the mindset shifts necessary for success, in the latest episode of #LeaderCast. He also covers the importance of continuous learning for founders, and the role of mentorship and community in an entrepreneur’s journey.…

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Amy Perras: District Arts Administrator, Former Music Educator, and Disney Fanatic 29:05

1M ago29:05

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Amy Perras is the Instructional Supervisor for Music, Art, and Library Media for Milford Public Schools in Connecticut, a role she took on after spending 14 years teaching PK-12 instrumental, choral, and general music. In addition to her work in Milford, Amy is the President of the Connecticut Arts Administrators Association and the NFHS Music Advi…

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Waves of Consequence: The Capabilities of A.I. from a Military Perspective with General Bryan Fenton, the Commander of United States Special Operations Command 30:44

1M ago30:44

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In this episode of At the Boundary, GNSI Tampa Summit 3 keynote speaker, General Bryan Fenton, Commander of U.S. Special Forces Operations Command (USSOCOM), shares topics of military interest in artificial intelligence. AI has transformed the way his team at Special Operations Command processes and solves the difficult challenges this technology b…

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Episode 61: "Elon Musk Does Not Own Outer Space" with Jessica West 33:21

1M ago33:21

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The establishment of the U.S. Space Force, NATO's designation of space as an operational warfighting domain, and rising private sector participation signal a critical juncture. As more nations acquire space capabilities, the outer space domain appears poised to become the next frontier of international insecurity. Nicole Butler (SSP’25) hosts Jessi…

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Are We Ready for the Next Steps with A.I.? With USF’s Dr. Norma Alcantar and Dr. John Licato and the University of Paris-Saclay’s Dr. Nicholas Sabouret. 36:17

2M ago36:17

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In this episode of At the Boundary, we listen to a diverse conversation between three leading experts in the study of artificial intelligence. USF assistant professor and the founder of the Advancing Machine and Human Reasoning Lab, Dr. John Licato, USF Associate Dean of Research in the Department of Chemical, Biological and Materials Engineering D…

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Episode 60: Toeing the Line with Spyware 24:17

2M ago24:17

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Spyware threatens encryption and presents unique regulatory and security challenges for governments and citizens worldwide. Host Kellsie Herrmann sits down with Mike Sexton, an expert on technology and security policy at the think tank Third Way and SSP alumnus, to discuss spyware’s risks and opportunities as a surveillance tool with an eye towards…

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Foresight Over Hindsight in the Boardroom 15:11

2M ago15:11

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Parthasarathy V.S., Former President, Group CFO, and Group CIO of Mahindra Group and Independent Director, Multiple Companies, advocates prioritising foresight over hindsight in corporate boardrooms, highlighting the benefits of forward-thinking strategies and diversity, exploring the symbiotic relationship between foresight, innovation, and corpor…

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Encouraging Support of Female Athletics- She's Got Something to Say 24:15

2M ago24:15

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Join NFHS Coordinator of Sports, Jessie Benner as she speaks with Becky Moran, NIAAA Associate Executive Director on the importance of encouraging support of female athletics. Moran explains what it means to her to be a woman in sports and how we can create a positive narrative around female sports and activities. Subscribe and share this episode! …

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Food Insecurities in Tampa Bay with CEO of Feeding Tampa Bay, Thomas Mantz and Director of the USF Center for the Advancement of Food Security and Healthy Communities, Dr. David Himmelgreen 38:33

2M ago38:33

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In this episode of At the Boundary, we’ve gathered the CEO of Feeding Tampa Bay, Thomas Mantz and Dr. David Himmelgreen, a USF anthropology professor and Director of the USF Center for the Advancement of Food Security and Healthy Communities to speak about food insecurity and hunger issues in the Tampa Bay region. They speak on the unique relations…

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Navigating India's Healthcare Frontier 18:26

2M ago18:26

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What’s driving innovation in India’s healthcare sector? Dr Ritu Mittal Garg - Chief Growth & Innovation Officer, Fortis Healthcare shares insights on the dichotomy between corporate chains and smaller providers, exploring the challenges and opportunities in extending quality healthcare to the Bottom of the Pyramid, and the future of the industry in…

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Michael R. Strain on the State of the US Economy 26:52

2M ago26:52

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Michael R. Strain is the director of Economic Policy Studies and the Arthur F. Burns Scholar in Political Economy at the American Enterprise Institute, where he studies labor markets, public finance, social policy, and macroeconomics. Before joining AEI, Dr. Strain worked in the Center for Economic Studies at the US Census Bureau and in the macroec…

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Understanding Drone Warfare and Emerging Technologies with Lt. Colonel Paul Lushenko and Taylor Johnston, COO of the Institute of Applied Engineering at USF 40:54

2M ago40:54

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In this episode of At the Boundary, we sit in on a conversation with one of the U.S. Army's foremost experts on drone warfare, AI trust and emerging technologies, Lieutenant Colonel (Dr) Paul Lushenko, the Director of Operations at the US Army War College. The highly accredited author and recently named assistant professor at the Army War College s…

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Academic Innovation for the Workforce of Tomorrow 21:42

3M ago21:42

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Vikram Ahuja, MD, ANSR, and CEO and Co-Founder, Talent500, explores the transformative impact of technology in business education and the incoming workforce, in conversation with Sujatha Kumaraswamy, Executive Director, Executive Education, in our latest LeaderCast episode. Discover how emerging trends reshape classrooms, and business schools innov…

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Behind the Article: “La Bérézina: a Frenchman’s Review of Ridley Scott’s Napoleon” by Joseph Lee 37:46

3M ago37:46

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Host Gareth Smythe sits down with Joseph Lee to discuss his recent Georgetown Security Studies Review article La Bérézina: a Frenchman’s Review of Ridley Scott’s Napoleon. Gareth and Joseph discuss the legacy of Napoleon in France, Corsica, and abroad, the historical inaccuracies of Ridley Scott’s portrayal, and why it is important to understand th…

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A Discussion of Russia's Illegal Invasion of Ukraine with GNSI Strategy and Research Manager, Tad Schnaufer II, PhD 34:45

3M ago34:45

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In Episode 14 of “At the Boundary,” we recognize the two-year anniversary of Russia’s illegal invasion of Ukraine in February of 2022. Actually, as we learn in this episode, a strong case can be made that this is the 10th anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. We also discuss a recent Guest Essay written by GNSI Executive Director, General…

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Win New Hampshire | 10 47:26

3M ago47:26

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Winter break is almost here and things are never going to be the same. Ava’s whole life is shattered and the only hope of making things right is to try and get back to who she was before school changed her; that and a major heist to expose everything at Bishop Gray, nbd. Warning: This episode includes some seriously risky behavior, including sexual…

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“What is ‘Fair?’” | 9 26:40

3M ago26:40

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It’s Amber’s world and everyone who’s wronged her is going to pay. With her mom on a visit to campus / driving her crazy, incriminating evidence on The Night of the Wolf and Ava and Jesse’s involvement in-hand, and an opportunity to burn it all to the ground…Amber has a big @#$%&!* choice to make. Warning: This episode includes some seriously risky…

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Scholarships and Scandals | 8 35:51

3M ago35:51

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Ava hasn’t studied for The Destroyer test at all, putting Noah’s plan in jeopardy. And when Amber stirs things on her rampage, an explosive crew match leaves a changed-for-the-worse Ava with nothing but repercussions. Warning: This episode includes some seriously risky behavior, including sexual situations, drug use, and some bad decisions. See Pri…

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TikTok’s Data Security Censorship and Predatory Business Practices: Update with Creator Tom Waters 23:00

3M ago23:00

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At the first GNSI Tampa Summit, Tom Waters, the Assistant Director of Startups and Business Development at the USF Technology Transfer Office, presented a compelling case as to why one of the world's most popular social media apps, TikTok, has leaped to #1 on the U.S. Most Wanted List and has drawn the ire of the U.S. government. TikTok, and its Ch…

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Episode 58: Highlighting the Overlooked Elements of African Security - Why It Matters in the Era of Strategic Competition 17:51

3M ago17:51

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What is the current state of the African security landscape in the context of great power competition? What is the significance of Africa to China, Russia, and the United States? Host Iku Tsujihiro invites guest Ashliyn Burgos to discuss African security and how the United States can grow its relationship with African nations.…

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Hidden Bishop | 7 35:06

3M ago35:06

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This episode is mostly about sex, bad decisions and a really intense game of hide-and-seek. Which one of these things does our girl do? [Criminal-offensive-side-eye]. Warning: This episode includes some seriously risky behavior, including sexual situations, drug use, and some bad decisions. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Califo…

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Strictly Academic | 6 36:00

3M ago36:00

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Ava is planning to lose her v-card with Jesse. But when Noah promises Ava first chair in the orchestra in exchange for a new mission, things might get complicated. Layla is still on the outs with Talia, and Amber focuses all of her energy on bringing down Jesse and The Night of the Wolf. Warning: This episode includes some seriously risky behavior,…

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Steven B. Kamin on Argentina's Economy 21:20

3M ago21:20

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Steven B. Kamin is a senior fellow at AEI, where he studies international macroeconomic and financial issues. Before joining AEI, Dr. Kamin spent 32 years at the Federal Reserve, directing the Division of International Finance, advising on international economic and financial policy matters, and representing the Fed before international groups such…

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TikTok’s Data Security Censorship and Predatory Business Practices Presentation at GNSI’s First Tampa Summit 41:36

3M ago41:36

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At the first GNSI Tampa Summit, Tom Waters, the Assistant Director of Startups and Business Development at the USF Technology Transfer Office, presented a compelling case as to why one of the world's most popular social media apps, TikTok, has leaped to #1 on the U.S. Most Wanted List and has drawn the ire of the U.S. government. TikTok, and its Ch…

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Episode 57: Peloponnesian War and Maritime Security with John Maurer 34:56

3M ago34:56

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To look at the present, it pays to study the past. No past conflict is more foundational to the field of international relations and security studies than the Peloponnesian War. The Peloponnesian War (431 BCE - 404 BCE) was fought between Greek city-states Athens and Sparta. Why is this conflict so studied 2500 years after it took place? We sit dow…

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Homecoming | 5 37:36

3M ago37:36

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It’s Homecoming and campus is buzzing (and horny). Ava realizes she may have gotten in too deep when the leader of The Night of the Wolf proves to be a sexual deviant and all-around monster. Noah opens up, Layla has her eyes on romance, and a fight at the dance escalates everything for Ava; good and bad. Warning: This episode includes some seriousl…

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Extracurricular Expectations | 4 36:59

3M ago36:59

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A dance-a-thon, a clandestine operation in the boy’s locker room, and a trip to Bird Island has Ava flush with cash but struggling with her double-life and the secrets she’s keeping. Warning: This episode includes some seriously risky behavior, including sexual situations, drug use, and some bad decisions. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/pr…

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Re-Thinking the Middle East, AI, National Security and More. 2024 St. Petersburg Conference on World Affairs 31:06

3M ago31:06

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What began in 2013 as a "Wouldn't it be great if –" idea between Professor Thomas Smith, PhD of the University of South Florida and former US Ambassador Douglas McElhaney has now blossomed into one of the Tampa Bay region's must-see events. This week's episode features a conversation with Smith, who is now the Vice Provost for Academic Affairs, and…

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Campus Politics | 3 36:11

3M ago36:11

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The Night of the Wolf has Ava helping a student cheat on The Hyde Essay, Layla meets her match with a Type-A nightmare girl, a love triangle (Ava-Jesse-Amber) forms and collides with another love triangle (Charlotte-Caden-Kyrie), and the legend of Olivia Lopez looms large. Warning: This episode includes some seriously risky behavior, including sexu…

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The Secret Society | 2 38:08

3M ago38:08

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Things are awkward with Jesse and tense with Amber, but Ava is focused on an exclusive invite to the Headmaster’s symposium that could help her get on The List. The Night of the Wolf throws Ava to the Minotaur - Yeah, a Minotaur - and everything gets more @#$%&!* complicated. Warning: This episode includes some seriously risky behavior, including s…

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Taking Off in India 17:12

4M ago17:12

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Ryan Weir, Vice President of Commercial Sales and Marketing for India, Boeing shares his thoughts on India's booming aviation sector and its implications for the global industry and gives us leadership insights he's gained over his career at the organization, on this episode of LeaderCast.By Indian School of Business (ISB)

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GNSI Acquires Journal of Strategic Security, a Top 20 Military Studies Academic Journal 27:57

4M ago27:57

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GNSI recently acquired the Journal of Strategic Security, a Top 20 Military Studies Journal, utilized and cited by researchers around the world. To talk about the history of the journal and the role played by USF Libraries, GNSI had a discussion with Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Strategic Security, Jay Tamsett and the Dean of USF Libraries, To…

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Episode 56: Reimagining a More Secure Arctic with Dr. Jeremy Mathis 38:55

4M ago38:55

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The Arctic is becoming an increasingly turbulent arena for global geopolitics. Consequences of climate change are rapidly changing the region, sparking more opportunities for global powers to assert territorial claims, promote tourism, and push forward with research - often to the detriment of indigenous populations and the environment. Without any…

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Human-Centered Design Thinking in Modern Consulting 26:39

4M ago26:39

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Uncover the power of human-centric thinking in the consulting realm, as Sunit Sinha, Head of People, Performance and Culture (PPC), KPMG in India, in conversation with Ram Nidumolu, Professor, Organizational Behavior (Practice), deep-dives into real-world case studies, shedding light on how KPMG seamlessly weaves human centered design into its proj…

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Dr. Jennifer McArdle and a Discussion of Artificial and Simulated Training Environments 32:35

4M ago32:35

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Following her appearance at GNSI Tampa Summit 3: The Future and Ethics of Uncrewed and Autonomous Warfare, Dr. Jennifer McArdle, Senior Director of the Futures Program, CAE USA, spoke with us about how artificial intelligence and virtual training environments are expanding the capabilities of our military and defense forces. CAE USA is a high-techn…

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Episode 55: Imposter Syndrome with Alani Bankhead 40:41

4M ago40:41

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Have you experienced feelings of self-doubt or inadequacy, especially after a major life transition like starting graduate school or starting a new job? If so, you could have been experiencing imposter syndrome. Our guest, Alani Bankhead, a career supervisory special agent and professional coach, explains how to recognize imposter syndrome and prov…

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Alex Brill on Single-Payer Health Care Systems and Drug Costs 14:12

4M ago14:12

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Alex Brill is a senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute (AEI), where he studies the impact of tax policy on the US economy as well as the fiscal, economic, and political consequences of tax, budget, health care, retirement security, and trade policies. He also works on health care reform, pharmaceutical spending and drug innovation, and …

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