Best Andrew Frankel Podcasts (2024)

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633 Hemingway's Letters (with Sandra Spanier) | My Last Book with Andrew Stauffer 1:12:49

23h ago1:12:49

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Discussions of Ernest Hemingway tend to focus on the peaks of his career, which are typically centered around his most famous novels. But Hemingway was busy in between those novels too, writing articles, short stories, and letters to friends and professional acquaintances. In this episode, Jacke talks to Sandra Spanier, general editor of the monume…

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ICONS: The simple genius of the Mazda MX-5 #228 44:10

6m ago44:10

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Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel tell the story of the Mazda MX-5, the world's favourite two-seat roadster. They look at the model's inception in the 1980s, the cars that inspired it and the few that have tried to dethrone it over the years, and analyse the reasons for its success with more than 1.2 million having been built over 35 years. They also …

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#173: Freight Agent vs. Freight Broker: Insights with Brian AuBuchon, VP of Logistics at TAB LLC 49:58

2h ago49:58

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In this week’s episode of The FreightCaviar Podcast, we sat down with Brian AuBuchon, Vice President of Logistics at TAB LLC (a subsidiary of Artur Express). He breaks down the difference between a W2 and a 1099, guides us through the steps to becoming an agent at TAB, and shares insights on the company's future. This week's episode is sponsored by…

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632 Norman Mailer (with J. Michael Lennon) 1:16:24

20m ago1:16:24

1:16:24

For almost sixty years, Norman Mailer was a fixture on the American literary scene, seemingly as well known for his feuds and personal exploits as he was for his prize-winning novels and groundbreaking journalism. But what was the man really like? As the Library of America commemorates the life and career of Norman Mailer with an edition of his ear…

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631 Shakespeare's Sisters (with Ramie Targoff) | My Last Book with Sarah Gristwood 56:25

8d ago56:25

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Recently, we talked to novelist Jodi Picoult about her contention that many of the works commonly attributed to Shakespeare were actually written by a woman named Emilia Bassano (a.k.a. Aemilia Lanyer). But even as that compelling theory awaits definitive proof, we already know of several women - Shakespeare's contemporaries - who overcame obstacle…

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Bargain hunting for modern sports cars #227 47:27

5m ago47:27

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Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel trawl the classifieds for sports car bargains. They look at supercars like the Ferrari 296 GTB and 488 GTB, the Porsche 911 GT3 RS and Aston Martin Vantage, plus more affordable performance cars like the Alpine A110, Jaguar F-Type and VW Golf GTI and one or two left-field choices, to see how much car can be bought at …

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#172: Hanging Out with Kevin Nolan & Andrew Silver at Arrow Trans HQ in Villa Park, IL 51:04

7d ago51:04

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In this week’s episode of The FreightCaviar Podcast, we sat down with Kevin Nolan, Founder at Nolan Transportation Group, and Andrew Silver, Former CEO and Founder at MoLo Solutions. They talk about their future plans, managing emotions, and their insights on the future of the industry. This week's episode is sponsored by Epay Manager, TextLocate a…

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630 Queer Shakespeare (with Will Tosh) | Ray Bradbury and the Search for the Mysterious Mr Electrico 1:09:30

11d ago1:09:30

1:09:30

Was Shakespeare gay? Will Tosh, head of research at Shakespeare's Globe Theater in London, says that question has an easy answer - but more importantly, when it comes to understanding Shakespeare's sexuality, it isn't really the right question to ask. In this episode, Jacke talks to Will about his book Straight Acting: The Hidden Queer Lives of Wil…

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Why the new Mercedes-AMG C63 is such a miss, plus much more #226 47:58

35m ago47:58

47:58

Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel discuss the new Mercedes-AMG C63 with its controversial hybrid powertrain. Gone is the rumbling V8, in its place a four-cylinder engine with a powerful electric motor that between them generate 670bhp. But the car is also very heavy, very expensive and lacking an appropriate soundtrack for a C63 AMG. They also talk ab…

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Safeguarding the Grid and the Plate: OT Insights with Aaron Crow, Host of PrOTect IT All Podcast 57:11

14d ago57:11

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In this special joint episode of the Bites and Bytes Podcast, host Kristin Demoranville teams up with Aaron Crow, the esteemed ProOTect IT All Podcast host and Senior Director at MorganFranklin Cyber. Aaron brings over two decades of experience in the cybersecurity domain, with a particular focus on operational technology (OT) and critical infrastr…

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#171: The Logistics Evolution: Charles Craigmile's Insights on Technology and Team Success 1:16:24

14d ago1:16:24

1:16:24

In this week’s episode, we sat down with Charles Craigmile, President and Chief Executive Officer at Revenova, a TMS that's built on Salesforce. He discusses the state of technology in logistics in the 1990s and mid-2000s, the importance of innovation, and his one-platform philosophy. This week's episode is sponsored by Epay Manager, CtrlChain and …

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629 Unlocking the Creative Unconscious (with Kate Feiffer) 1:02:10

11d ago1:02:10

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For thousands of years, desperate writers have struggled with the condition known as writer's block. In this episode, Jacke talks to novelist Kate Feiffer about her book Morning Pages, in which a playwright on a tight deadline tries Julia Cameron's trick of starting her day with some stream-of-consciousness writing - with results that threaten to b…

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628 Meet the Woman Who REALLY Wrote Shakespeare's Plays (with Jodi Picoult) | My Last Book with Allison Pataki 1:07:58

24d ago1:07:58

1:07:58

Is it really true? Did the Elizabethan poet Emilia Bassano (sometimes known as Aemelia Lanyer) actually write Shakespeare's works? A bestselling novelist thinks so - and she's turned her research-based theories into an entertaining and thought-provoking work of fiction. In this episode, Jacke talks to Jodi Picoult about her new book BY ANY OTHER NA…

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Buying and selling the world's most valuable cars, with Max Girardo #225 43:18

18d ago43:18

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Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel are joined on stage at PistonHeads' Annual Service by Max Girardo. Max has spent years buying and selling the world's rarest and most valuable cars, first as an auctioneer with the big auction houses and now through his own business, Girardo & Co. Max is a diehard car enthusiast with some fantastic stories to tell and…

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#170: From Harvard to AI: Dhruv Gupta on Revolutionizing Brokerages with Drumkit 39:52

21d ago39:52

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In this week’s episode, we sat down with Dhruv Gupta, Co-Founder and CEO of Drumkit, (formerly known as Axle Technologies), an integration tool that automates tasks. Dhruv reflects on his experiences at Harvard, provides insightful perspectives on what differentiates brokerages, and discusses their future. This week's episode is sponsored by Epay M…

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BMW design: what the hell is going on? #224 47:21

10d ago47:21

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Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel are joined in the studio by Steve Saxty, who arguably knows more about BMW design than anybody not affiliated with the company. Steve's book, BMW Behind the Scenes, explores the past, present and future of the marque's often beautiful, sometimes baffling designs. Many of its latest efforts, such as the XM SUV, are amo…

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627 Hemingway's "Hills Like White Elephants" (with Mark Cirino) 1:05:16

26d ago1:05:16

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It's one of the most famous and admired short stories that Ernest Hemingway ever wrote - and also one of the most controversial. In this episode, Hemingway expert Mark Cirino (host of the One True Podcast) joins Jacke for a discussion of "Hills Like White Elephants," in which a terse exchange between two lovers in a remote Spanish train station rev…

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626 Mike Recommends... Roland Barthes! | Storytelling for Fun and Profit with Matt Abrahams 1:04:09

1M ago1:04:09

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As fans of literature, we all know how powerful and effective storytelling can be. But can we harness that power to help us communicate in our daily lives? In this episode, Jacke talks to Matt Abrahams (Think Faster, Talk Smarter: How to Speak Successfully When You're Put on the Spot) about the lessons we can learn from literature - and how we can …

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The best (and worst) special edition Porsches #223 51:16

19d ago51:16

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Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel discuss special edition Porsche sports cars, from the 1950s to the present day. Most are derivates of the 911 (including the original 911 S/T and its modern reincarnation, plus Speedsters, GT2s and more), though there are plenty of front- and mid-engined cars in here as well. But which ones rank among our favourites, …

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#169: Behind the Scenes with CtrlChain at Their Headquarters in Eindhoven, Netherlands 1:39:53

1M ago1:39:53

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In this week’s episode, we sat down with Giovanni Gubbels, CEO & Founder of CtrlChain, and Gert-Jan de Goeij, Vice President Europe at CtrlChain. They explore the company's vision for minimizing industry waste, compare delivery delays and cargo theft between the US and EU, and highlight the importance of loyalty in the industry. This week's episode…

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625 Louisa May Alcott - The Essays (with Liz Rosenberg) 1:06:38

1M ago1:06:38

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Since the publication of Little Women in 1868, millions of readers have gotten to know (and love) Louisa May Alcott through her fiction. But in her own day, Alcott was well known as an essayist who wrote on a wide range of subjects, including her father's failed utopian commune and her experience as a Civil War army nurse. In this episode, Jacke ta…

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Brand & Butter of Agriculture with Maureen Ballatori 53:40

1M ago53:40

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Join host Kristin Demoranville on the Bites and Bytes Podcast as she welcomes Maureen Ballatori, the dynamic founder and CEO of Agency29. In this insightful episode, Maureen highlights the crucial role of branding in the food, beverage, and agriculture industries. Discover how to build strong, trustworthy brands and navigate the unique challenges f…

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F1 2024 half-term report #222 48:47

1M ago48:47

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Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel discuss the extraordinary Belgian Grand Prix at Spa, won on the road by George Russell who was later disqualified for having an underweight car. They also look back at the first half of the season, which looked likely to be another Max Verstappen stat-padding year before rivals McLaren, Ferrari and Mercedes caught up …

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#168: Mastering Freight Brokerage Sales with Will Jenkins 1:03:40

1M ago1:03:40

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In this week’s episode, we sat down with Will Jenkins, CEO & Founder of Journey and Co-Founder of MoLo Solutions (acquired 2021). Will shares his insights on the current sales landscape in the industry, emphasizing the value of concise and direct emails. He also discusses strategies for building strong professional relationships and highlights the …

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624 Top 10 Great Performances (with Laurie Frankel) | My Last Book with James Shapiro 1:07:12

2M ago1:07:12

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Theater is by nature ephemeral: even the greatest of performances are fleeting, thrilling a single audience before disappearing into history. But what if you could travel through time and space to be present at any production? Where would you go, and what would you see? In this episode, friend of the podcast Laurie Frankel (Family, Family) helps Ja…

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623 Unpacking a Japanese Masterpiece - The Hakkenden, or Eight Dogs (with Glynne Walley) | Literature and the Olympics 1:03:04

2M ago1:03:04

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The Hakkenden, or Eight Dogs is one of the classics of Japanese literature. In this episode, Jacke talks to translator Glynne Walley about this massive - and massively popular and influential - nineteenth-century novel about eight warriors who band together to defend a princess's clan. PLUS Jacke takes a look at the years when the Olympics awarded …

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Ian Callum on BMW design and his own cars (live Q&A) #221 41:28

1M ago41:28

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Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel host a live Q&A session with car design superstar Ian Callum. In this episode, Ian offers his view on BMW's controversial design language, reveals which cars he has in his own collection, shares his thoughts on the growing trend for coachbuilt ultra-high value cars and names the car designers who never got the credit …

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#167: Kary Jablonski’s Leadership and Vision at Trucker Tools 1:01:16

2M ago1:01:16

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In this week’s episode, we sat down with Kary Jablonski, CEO at Trucker Tools, a carrier capacity and relationship management platform. Kary takes us through her journey, shares the future plans for Trucker Tools, discusses their mobile app, and provides insights on becoming a better leader. Thank you to our podcast sponsors: Today's podcast episod…

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622 Lesbians in the Archives (with Amelia Possanza) 1:10:30

22d ago1:10:30

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Lesbians have been around for thousands of years (at least!), but their voices have often fallen victim to censorship, oppression, and ostracization. In this episode, Jacke talks to author Amelia Possanza, whose new book Lesbian Love Story: A Memoir in Archives describes Possanza's research into seven love stories for the ages. What can these lesbi…

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#166: From Poland to Prosperity: Adam Karcz's Journey in Freight Brokerage 44:56

2M ago44:56

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In this week’s episode, we sat down with Adam Karcz, CSO & Co-Founder at Iron Peak Solutions, a freight brokerage based out of Denver, Colorado. He unveils the curtains behind the Polish trucking communities from Chicago and shares the realities of running a business with your family. He also discusses the competitive nature of the industry and the…

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An evening with Ian Callum, Britain's greatest living car designer #220 1:01:09

1M ago1:01:09

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Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel interview Ian Callum in front of a live audience at Ian's design and engineering consultancy, CALLUM, in association with Autoglym. Ian has been a car designer since the late 1970s and has created many of the most beautiful Aston Martins and Jaguars of the modern era, including the Aston DB7, Vanquish, DB9 and V8 Vant…

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#165: Rob Liss, Vice President at MAKA Logistics 1:15:19

2M ago1:15:19

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In this week's episode, we sat down with Rob Liss, Vice President at MAKA Logistics. Rob takes us through his journey into the industry, reflecting on the many significant changes he's witnessed over the past decade. He recounts his early days at Command Transportation ( later bought by Echo Global Logistics in April 2015) and shares his views on t…

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621 War and Peace by Leo Tolstoy 1:30:41

2M ago1:30:41

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For Virginia Woolf, Leo Tolstoy was "the greatest of all novelists," and her argument was simple: "[W]hat else can we call the author of War and Peace?" In this episode, Jacke takes a look at Tolstoy's original plans for the novel; the unusual nature of the book, which Henry James called a "loose, baggy monster"; the contributions of Tolstoy's wife…

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620 Necromantics (with Renee Fox) | Herman Hesse on What We Learn from Trees 1:04:34

2M ago1:04:34

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What was the deal with the Victorians and their obsession with reanimating corpses? How did writers like Mary Shelley, Robert Browning, Charles Dickens, W.B. Yeats, Bram Stoker, and others breathe life into the undead - and why did they do it? We can attribute their efforts to the present's desire to remake the past in its own image - but what does…

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The British F1 drivers whose careers were cut short #219 47:08

2M ago47:08

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Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel discuss the British Formula 1 drivers of the 1950s, 1960s and 1970s who had their careers, and often their lives, cut short. But which of them really was destined for F1 greatness? This is at times a morose episode, but so too is it filled with tales of extraordinary courage and bravery, of iron will and boundless det…

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#164: Former American Backhaulers COO Noam Frankel on Freight’s Past, Present, and Future 1:07:30

2M ago1:07:30

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In this week's episode, we sat down with Noam Frankel, one of the founding members of American Backhaulers (later acquired by C.H. Robinson). Noam gives us an exclusive look behind the scenes of the company's early days, shares his insights on the significant changes in the industry over the past two decades, and discusses his vision for the future…

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