Best Dave Dougherty Podcasts (2024)

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Lee Fang: Will Democrats Ever Recover From 2024? 1:19:37

32m ago1:19:37

1:19:37

Donald Trump won the presidential election decisively, taking every single battleground state, and as we discussed last week with Patrick Ruffini, winning over new voters across all sorts of racial, age, and gender demographics. He's, once again, remade the electoral map, with Republicans capturing the Senate and the House. What should Democrats le…

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Ep 43 - Is Freelancing Worth It in 2025? The AI Impact on Your Career Options 34:28

2d ago34:28

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In the latest episode of Enterprising Minds, Dave and Alex discuss the potential and challenges of going freelance in the digital marketing landscape with a focus on SEO and the impact of AI. They explore the benefits and pitfalls of becoming a freelancer in late 2024 to early 2025, how AI is reshaping SEO and content creation, and the nuances of s…

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Patrick Ruffini: Why Did Trump Win? 1:10:25

7d ago1:10:25

1:10:25

Why did Donald Trump win? Trump is back. Back again. He's secured the Electoral College majority needed to become America's 47th president and looks on track for a popular vote majority—the first Republican to pull that off in more than 20 years. A New York Times breakdown shows that across just about every type of county—urban, suburban, older pop…

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Dave Smith, David Stockman, and Jacob Grier: Who Is The Lesser Evil? 1:50:49

14d ago1:50:49

1:50:49

Is this the most important election ever? And who should win? Just asking questions. Next week, America decides: elect the 78-year-old criminally indicted, twice-impeached ex-president who's pledged to impose a universal tariff of 20 percent and embark on the largest mass deportation in American history; or his opponent, the vice president, swapped…

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Ep 42 - AI Agents and Gaming: The Next Level of Immersive Experiences 27:30

21d ago27:30

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In this episode of Enterprising Minds, Alex Pokorny, Ruth Corcoran, and Dave Dougherty dive deep into opportunities LLMs and AI provide to the gaming and business landscapes. They explore how the accelerating AI development could bring NPCs to life with dynamic dialogues and intricate storylines. Ruth dives into the art of world-building and rule-b…

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Thierry Malleret: Is the Great Reset Underway? 1:02:07

21d ago1:02:07

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What's the agenda of the World Economic Forum? And what was The Great Reset? Just asking questions. Every year, there's a big gathering of global elites in Davos, Switzerland: world leaders, titans of industry, Hollywood celebrities. It all started in 1971, thanks to Klaus Schwab—a German economist and business professor who launched what was then …

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Brian Trascher: Has FEMA failed North Carolina? 1:13:14

30d ago1:13:14

1:13:14

What should the federal government do in a disaster? Two major hurricanes made landfall within two weeks, devastating the southeast. Hurricane Helene has killed more than 200 people, and more than 90 are still missing in North Carolina, where overflowing rivers and tributaries flooded the western part of the state. More than 9,000 remain without po…

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Ep 41 - Crisis, Commerce, and Creativity: Business Scenario Rundown 45:45

1M ago45:45

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Welcome to the latest episode of Enterprising Minds! Join our hosts for a dynamic rapid-fire episode where they tackle a variety of business challenges. From helping a traditional retail store transition to online sales, responding to a luxury hotel chain's reputation crisis, to finding strategies for an e-commerce fashion retailer facing tough com…

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Michael Brendan Dougherty: How Will Immigrants Reshape America? 1:30:28

1M ago1:30:28

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How do immigrants change American culture? Just asking questions. While the economy ranks as voters' top concern as of a Wednesday Gallup poll, immigration remains "extremely" or "very" important to 72 percent of registered U.S. voters. As with most issues, there's a large partisan divide, with 63 percent of Republicans responding that immigration …

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Ford Fischer: What's the Untold Story Behind 'Stop the Steal'? 1:17:40

1M ago1:17:40

1:17:40

Who's most to blame for the storming of the Capitol on January 6, 2021? How much does it matter for the election in November 2024? We all remember the events of January 6, which resulted in unforgettable images, an evacuation of the Capitol, several deaths, $2.7 billion in costs, more than 1,200 criminal charges, an impeachment, and decades in pris…

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Ep 40 - Work From Home and Company Culture 38:48

2M ago38:48

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In this episode of Enterprise of Minds, Alex, Ruthie, and Dave explore the future of work, focusing on recent news about Amazon's decision to end remote and hybrid work for its corporate employees. The discussion covers the productivity impacts of remote vs. in-office work, the cultural dynamics of communication and collaboration, and personal expe…

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Richard Staropoli: What's Wrong With the Secret Service? 1:16:24

2M ago1:16:24

1:16:24

How well-protected is Donald Trump? On July 13, Trump became the first U.S. president to be shot in more than 40 years, and the first to be shot during a campaign since 1912. Then, incredibly, the Secret Service stopped a second would-be assassin who was stationed with a rifle on the perimeter of Trump's golf course as the former president was one …

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Erika Sanzi: What Are Schools Really Teaching? 1:22:29

2M ago1:22:29

1:22:29

What are the schools really teaching our kids? It's back-to-school season, which means the curriculum wars are back on the agenda. The right has accused activist infiltrators of "indoctrinating" the next generation with woke struggle sessions, confusing kids about their gender and sexuality, and turning K-12 campuses into war zones by replacing dis…

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Glenn Greenwald: Why Did Brazil Ban X? 1:05:42

2M ago1:05:42

1:05:42

Why is the Brazilian government afraid of X? Judge Alexandre de Moraes has blocked the site formerly known as Twitter in Brazil, where an estimated 40 million people access the site each month. Circumventing the ban on X with a VPN could get you fined about $9,000 a day, around the average per capita income in Brazil. It happened after Musk reinsta…

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Bob Murphy: How Bad Is the National Debt? 1:14:31

2M ago1:14:31

1:14:31

How bad is the national debt? Just asking questions. Our national debt—measured as federal debt held by the public—is over $27 trillion. That's approaching 100 percent of annual gross domestic product, which is higher than it's been since the end of World War II. So, are we screwed? Or are those of us who worry about numbers like this totally misun…

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Kyla Scanlon: What's Actually Wrong With the Economy? 1:15:29

3M ago1:15:29

1:15:29

How's the economy actually doing? In 2022, economists forecasted that we'd be in a recession by now. Did it ever actually happen, though? Prices got higher, interest rates ticked up, but mass layoffs never really happened and gross domestic product growth chugged on. People mostly weathered the turbulence. Joining us today to talk about all that an…

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Ep 39 - What Works? Revisiting Marketing Revisiting Timing and Targeting 51:10

3M ago51:10

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In this episode of Enterprising Minds, Alex and Dave explore the intricacies of modern marketing strategies. We begin with Alex's surprising example of an effective email campaign from Valvoline and why it works so well. We then broadened the discussion to Dave's question on launching a new business today versus when they started their careers. We …

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Jane Coaston: What Is 'Freedom' to Democrats? 1:20:02

3M ago1:20:02

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How do Democrats define "freedom"? Just asking questions. It's Democratic National Convention week, so we wanted to talk about what's been unfolding there so far: the rhetoric, the thematic choices, and what it all reveals about the Democrats' 2024 agenda. How should we state-power skeptics and liberty appreciators view that agenda? We invited Jane…

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César Báez and Daniel Di Martino: What Happened in Venezuela's Election? 1:09:01

3M ago1:09:01

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What's really happening in Venezuela? Nicolás Maduro claimed victory in Venezuela's presidential election last month, but much of the rest of the world isn't buying it. Neither are many Venezuelans, who've taken to the streets to protest what they say is a fraudulent election in the face of increasingly violent crackdowns and menacing threats from …

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Ep 38 - AI Fails and Evaluating AI Tools: Insights 39:57

3M ago39:57

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In the latest episode of Enterprising Minds, hosts Alex Pokorny and Dave Dougherty delve into an in-depth discussion about various AI tools and their effectiveness. Alex shares his recent experiment where he tested 30 data points using different AI models, highlighting the challenges and limitations he faced. The conversation touches on the issues …

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Nate Silver: How Likely Is a Kamala Harris Presidency? 1:08:07

3M ago1:08:07

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How likely is a Kamala Harris presidency? Just asking questions. Join Zach Weissmueller, Reason senior producer, and Liz Wolfe, Reason associate editor, at 12:30 p.m. ET for a live discussion on their show Just Asking Questions with Nate Silver, statistician and author of the new book On the Edge: The Art of Risking Everything. Silver founded the r…

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Vivek Ramaswamy: Is There a Libertarian-Nationalist Alliance? 33:15

4M ago33:15

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Is the future of the GOP more libertarian, nationalist, or, somehow, both? Joining us today is Vivek Ramaswamy, entrepreneur, author, and former presidential candidate. He's been making a hard pitch for what he's called a "libertarian-nationalist alliance" for the past several months. He was at the 2024 Libertarian National Convention where he trie…

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Ep 37 - Exploring OpenAI's Search GPT and Zero-Click Content Strategies 41:28

4M ago41:28

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Join Dave Dougherty and Ruthi Corcoran in Episode 37 of Enterprise Minds as they explore the latest trends in AI and digital marketing. From a light-hearted discussion on pastry preferences to a deep dive into OpenAI's SearchGPT, the duo covers topics ranging from user trust to content creation strategies. Reflecting on Rand Fishkin's insights on e…

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Alex Thompson: Why Did Biden Drop Out? 1:17:36

4M ago1:17:36

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The past month has been one of the most tumultuous in modern American political history: a devastating face-plant in a televised presidential debate, an attempted assassination of an ex-president favored in the polls to win reelection, a COVID-19 infection of the sitting president and his subsequent exit from the race, and an endorsement and loads …

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Mary Katharine Ham: What's Trump's Agenda? 1:06:10

4M ago1:06:10

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Where does former President Donald Trump want to take this country? As the Republican Party coronates Trump as its presidential nominee at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, there will be a lot of talk about Trump's vice presidential pick, his dominance in the polls, and the decline of President Joe Biden. But what about policy? What …

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Ep 36 - Adapting to Change: Digital Marketing's Rapid Evolution and Crappy CTAs 49:14

4M ago49:14

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Join Dave Dougherty and Alex Pokorny in Episode 36 of Enterprising Minds as they discuss the major changes that have shaped the digital marketing industry in recent years. They cover the evolution of social media algorithms, the transition to Google Analytics 4, the impact of AI on marketing practices, and the latest Google search changes. Plus, th…

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Dave Weigel: What If Biden Quits? 1:21:15

4M ago1:21:15

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What if President Joe Biden drops out? Just asking questions. Biden is facing increasing pressure from his own side to drop out of the 2024 race, which nearly every poll taken since his disaster debate performance last week shows him losing. The latest RealClearPolitics average has him down by about 3.5 percentage points nationally. Several Democra…

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Ep 35 - Behind the Scenes Part 3: Editing to AI: The Secrets of Our Podcast Post-Production Process 13:20

5M ago13:20

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In the final behind-the-scenes episode, Dave Dougherty unveils the post-production secrets that transform Enterprising Minds from good to exceptional. This episode highlights the innovative use of AI for content repurposing and promotion, alongside strategies for efficient content management and social media optimization. Featuring tools like Canva…

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Ruth Whippman: How Is Masculinity Changing? 1:17:33

5M ago1:17:33

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Are the boys okay? For much of history, parents have preferred boys, perceiving them as the providers, the family legacy, the heirs to the throne. A dark consequence of China's 36-year-long one-child policy was a 120 boy to 100 girl birth ratio. But in 21st-century America, the script seems to have been flipped. The New York Times has run headlines…

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Trent Horn: Can a Catholic be a Socialist? 1:21:48

5M ago1:21:48

1:21:48

Can a Catholic be a socialist? Can a libertarian be a Catholic? Just asking questions. Today's guest, Trent Horn, is an apologist and speaker for Catholic Answers and a defender of capitalism. He hosts The Counsel of Trent podcast and has authored several books on Catholicism, including Can a Catholic Be a Socialist? In this episode, we discuss the…

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Ep 34 - Mastering Audience Targeting: Insights & Strategies 41:04

5M ago41:04

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Welcome to the latest episode of Enterprising Minds! In this episode, we dive deep into audience targeting—defining audiences, gaining insights, and effectively targeting them. Join the discussion as we explore the evolution of marketing, the impact of AI, and practical strategies for both B2B and B2C sectors. From analyzing keyword data to develop…

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Ian Vasquez: What Has Javier Milei Accomplished in Argentina? 1:12:45

5M ago1:12:45

1:12:45

How's it going in Javier Milei's Argentina? Milei, Argentina's self-described libertarian president, notched his first legislative victory last week. Argentina's Senate passed a major omnibus bill, also known as the "Bases Law", that's been debated since February. It would further deregulate the labor market, privatize national industries, cut taxe…

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The Transformative Power of Rituals in Modern Communities with Betty Ray 33:28

5M ago33:28

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In this episode of the Cohere Podcast, hosts Bill Johnston and Dr. Lauren Vargas talk with community expert Betty Ray about the profound impact of rituals on personal and community well-being. Betty shares her extensive experience and research on the role of rituals in fostering belonging, purpose, and navigating transitions. The conversation delve…

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Diana Fleischman: Are Designer Babies The Future? 1:14:15

5M ago1:14:15

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Are embryos people? And are there downsides to designer babies? Earlier this year, Alabama's Supreme Court handed down a controversial decision declaring that frozen embryos should be treated as children, and therefore their destruction treated legally as wrongful deaths, leaving in vitro fertilization (IVF) clinics with a big problem. Less than a …

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Episode 33 - Behind the Scenes Part 2 - Video Editing and Transcription 25:19

6M ago25:19

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In this second episode of the behind-the-scenes series, Dave explores the processes involved in video editing and transcription for the Enterprising Minds podcast and video episodes. He discusses the challenges of content creation while balancing day jobs and family life, emphasizing the tools and software that make their production process efficie…

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Mike Solana: Can San Francisco Be Saved? 1:37:30

6M ago1:37:30

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Can San Francisco be saved? San Francisco, the beautiful city on the bay, has become a national punchline. During his debate with Democratic California Gov. Gavin Newsom last year, Republican Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis displayed a map of citywide poop sightings, which were apparently reported to 311 more than 35,000 times in 2023, according to the S…

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Chase Oliver: What Does the Libertarian Presidential Candidate Really Believe? 57:59

6M ago57:59

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Who, exactly, is Chase Oliver? And what does he really stand for? Oliver is the Libertarian Party's 2024 presidential nominee, selected after six rounds of voting at a contentious party convention in Washington, D.C., this weekend, which featured speeches from Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Vivek Ramaswamy, and former President Donald Trump, who suggested …

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Ep 32 - AI Developments and Future Implications: Google I/O, ChatGPT 4o, and More 56:50

6M ago56:50

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In this episode, we dive into the latest advancements in artificial intelligence from industry leaders like OpenAI, Google, and Microsoft. Join hosts Dave Dougherty, Ruthi Corcoran, and Alex Pokorny as they explore the exciting updates and their implications for digital marketing, workplace productivity, and everyday life. We discuss OpenAI’s new f…

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Ted Nordhaus: How Bad Is Climate Change? 1:23:40

6M ago1:23:40

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How bad is climate change? People are freaked out by climate change, especially young people. Scientists for Nature conducted a survey of 10,000 16- to 25-year-olds in 2021 and found that 59 percent of them were extremely worried or very worried about climate change, and large majorities reported that climate change made them feel sad, anxious, and…

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Phil Magness: Who Really Pays the Most Taxes? 1:04:54

6M ago1:04:54

1:04:54

How much do billionaires really pay in taxes? "Today, the superrich control a greater share of America's wealth than during the Gilded Age of Carnegies and Rockefellers," said Gabriel Zucman in a recent New York Times opinion piece entitled, "It's Time to Tax the Billionaires." Zucman is an economist at the Paris School of Economics and the Univers…

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Ep 31 - Navigating Change Without Burning Out: Strategies and Insights 45:57

6M ago45:57

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In this episode of Enterprising Minds, Alex, Ruthi, and Dave tackle the complexities of change management and the critical challenge of avoiding burnout. They delve into effective strategies for maintaining creativity and motivation during significant changes and offer personal anecdotes alongside expert advice on managing both personal and team bu…

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Nico Perrino: When Does Protesting Become a Crime? 1:34:02

6M ago1:34:02

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What should colleges do about pro-Palestinian encampments? College students across America are camping out to demand their universities divest all investments with Israeli-linked companies that they claim profit from the occupation and oppression of Palestine. It's gone on for weeks, and even administrators at schools known as bastions of progressi…

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Jesse Singal: Should Kids Medically Transition? 1:28:14

7M ago1:28:14

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Should kids medically transition between genders? The number of kids diagnosed with gender dysphoria has surged in recent years. In America, diagnoses have almost tripled from about 15,000 to more than 42,000 from 2017 to 2021. In the United Kingdom, the number of minors referred to the national Gender Identity Development Service grew from 51 in 2…

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Ep 30 - AI, Leadership, and the Future of Team Management 25:24

7M ago25:24

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In this episode of Enterprising Minds, the conversation delves into the evolving role of leadership in the age of artificial intelligence (AI). The discussion is sparked by insights from a Harvard Business Review article titled Leading in the Flow from the January-February 2024 edition, proposing five core energies leaders can tap into: purpose, wi…

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David Beito: Was FDR a Tyrant? 1:27:28

7M ago1:27:28

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Why has President Franklin Delano Roosevelt's dark side been hidden? Scholars consistently rank FDR as one of America's greatest presidents. The 2024 Presidential Greatness Project Expert Survey ranked him number two, below Lincoln, and respondents to the Siena College Research Institute studies have ranked him number one in six out of seven survey…

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Elica Le Bon: Is War with Iran Coming? 1:04:12

7M ago1:04:12

1:04:12

Is war with Iran coming? Last Saturday, Iran launched hundreds of armed drones and missiles to attack Israel in retaliation for an airstrike on an Iranian consulate in Syria that killed seven members of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard, including a general. Israel and the U.S. report that they intercepted most of the drones, and the sole known casua…

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Ep 29 - Embracing AI in the Workplace: Challenges and Opportunities 42:46

7M ago42:46

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In this episode of Enterprising Minds, Alex, Ruthi, and Dave discuss the potential impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on marketing jobs, inspired by conversations and a notable quote from Sam Altman suggesting that advanced AI could handle 95% of tasks currently done by marketers, consultancies, and creatives. The discussion covers the implicat…

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Why Did Harvard Fire Martin Kulldorff? 1:07:21

7M ago1:07:21

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At least 40 U.S. colleges still require a COVID vaccine, according to nocollegemandates.com, an initiative that tracks and opposes the mandates. Martin Kulldorff, a professor of medicine and biostatistician who lost his job at Harvard for refusing the vaccine even though he'd already survived a COVID infection, says such mandates are "unscientific"…

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Ethan Mollick: How Will AI Change Us? 1:25:35

8M ago1:25:35

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"I discovered something remarkably similar to an alien co-intelligence," wrote Ethan Mollick in his new book Co-Intelligence: Living and Working with AI, describing the "sleepless nights" he experienced upon first encountering ChatGPT 3.5 in November 2022. Mollick, a professor at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania and author of th…

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Shaping Tomorrow Together: Scott Smith and Susan Cox-Smith on the Dynamics of Futuring 38:24

8M ago38:24

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In the Cohere podcast episode, hosts Bill Johnston and Dr. Lauren Vargas, along with guests Scott Smith and Susan Cox-Smith, delve into the shift from traditional forecasting to the dynamic practice of futuring, as explored in their works How to Future and Future Cultures. They discuss the importance of evolving strategic frameworks to foster antic…

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