Best Dr Mami Podcasts (2024)

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303: How to Work With Difficult People with Amy Gallo 33:25

1h ago33:25

33:25

How does it feel to work with somebody you'd rather avoid? Let's admit it: We all experience a fair share of difficult people at work. And many times, we just have to be around them whether we like it or not. However, there are a few things, that we can do to lessen their impact on us. Today's workplace expert unpacks everything we need to know abo…

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Sweeney Todd's Original Johanna: A Tribute to Broadway's Sarah Rice 42:59

2h ago42:59

42:59

Just over a year ago, as Broadway opened a revival of the classic Stephen Sondheim musical Sweeney Todd, The Gilded Gentleman was honored to sit down with one of the stars of the original 1979 Broadway production. Sarah Rice, who went on to a distinguished career in opera as well as leading roles in musical theatre, originated the role of Johanna p…

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302: How to Avoid Hiring the Wrong Person with Vicky Brown 35:50

3d ago35:50

35:50

One of the most crucial yet often overlooked tasks for managers is hiring. While it may seem straightforward, hiring is an intricate process filled with challenges that can shake even the most seasoned manager. In today’s competitive job market, where job postings can receive hundreds, if not thousands, of applications, distinguishing top candidate…

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The Edwardian Country House: Elegance and Eccentricity 46:14

3d ago46:14

46:14

Join Carl and British country house historian Curt DiCamillo for a look into the world of the Edwardian country house. Audiences became fascinated in these houses through the blockbuster Julian Fellowes series "Downton Abbey" and his earlier film "Gosford Park", with their colliding worlds of upstairs and downstairs and interlocking social dramas. …

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301: The Unique Roles and Responsibilities of Managers with Matt Ley 33:58

10d ago33:58

33:58

Do you feel overwhelmed with your role as a manager? What exactly is your job? Managers are key to organizational success. They act as a vital link between leaders' strategic vision and individual contributors' execution. This means we need to guarantee clarity during handoffs and cultivate a culture of accountability within our teams. Feel like a …

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300: Unleashing Potential Using The Modern Manager Framework 16:16

17d ago16:16

16:16

Do you ever wish there was a straightforward way to figure out how to be and do your best as a manager? Fortunately, there is. Introducing the Modern Manager Framework. Whether you're trying to improve your time management, navigate conflict, or lead better team meetings, the Modern Manager Framework can help you achieve your goals. In this week's …

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Gilded Age Undergarments: What Did Mrs. Astor Wear (Under There)? 54:31

17d ago54:31

54:31

Fashion historian and author, Dr. Elizabeth L. Block returns to The Gilded Gentleman for a truly "undercover" investigation. This time, Liz joins Carl to discuss the world of corsets, bustles, straps and stockings, all of which comprised the undergarment engineering that helped make the glorious gowns by Worth and other designers appear as glamorou…

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299: How to Think Strategically with Julia Sloan 34:28

24d ago34:28

34:28

What exactly is strategic thinking? Many of us often confuse strategic thinking with strategic planning and implementation. We know strategy is crucial in the business world and that strategic thinking skills are valued by senior executives. This week’s podcast guest says anyone can be a strategic thinker and explains how! Today’s guest is Dr. Juli…

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298: Using Rituals to Create Certainty in Times of Change with Ashley Goodall 34:45

1M ago34:45

34:45

Most people think that change at work is great. It has become the defining characteristic of successful organizations, teams, and individuals. But psychologically, change is HARD on humans–it’s a common source of stress for many of us. When there’s change or uncertainty at work, it creates a degree of fear and anxiety. However, work rituals can hel…

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The Hidden World of Gramercy Park: Unlocking History with Keith Taillon 56:54

1M ago56:54

56:54

The small two acre square known since the 1830's as Gramercy Park has also been called "America's Bloomsbury". Taking the reference from London's famous neighborhood once home to many great writers and artists, New York's Gramercy Park has similarly included noted cultural icons from architect Stanford White to actor Edwin Booth to the great politi…

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297: Generate Buy-in and Change People’s Minds with Michael McQueen 35:21

1M ago35:21

35:21

When was the last time you effortlessly swayed someone's opinion? For leaders, it's likely that not everyone who works with you will embrace the ideas and decisions you make—and that's okay. But convincing people to rally behind your vision, sway their perspectives, and generate buy-in is part of the job. Conventional strategies have lost their eff…

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296: Make Professional Development a Habit with Skot Waldron 33:28

1M ago33:28

33:28

Being a successful manager in today’s modern workplace is not a straightforward task. It requires delivering results and thinking strategically, all the while supporting team members’ growth and development. Given these demands, it’s unsurprising that professional development may not be your top priority. Today’s guest thinks otherwise–you can make…

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The American Renaissance: Beaux-Arts Architecture in New York City 1:00:51

1M ago1:00:51

1:00:51

Carl is joined by noted architect, interior designer and author Phillip James Dodd for an in-depth discussion of the "look" of the Gilded Age - a style known as American Beaux-Arts. Architecture constructed during the height of America's Gilded Age most certainly had a distinctive look. It was a uniquely American combination of stylistic elements o…

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295: Using the 8% Principle to Build a High Performance Culture with Dr. JP Pawliw-Fry 34:51

2M ago34:51

34:51

A high performance culture is what often separates great teams from the rest. Culture is vital to your organization's success, but do managers really have that much influence on culture? This week’s guest says we do! Dr. JP Pawliw-Fry is a pioneering force in culture development and building high-performing teams. His journey began with a personal …

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294: 5 Skills for Effective Decision-Making 14:03

2M ago14:03

14:03

Life is a series of choices. We make decisions every single day that affect how we live our lives–whether you’re picking what to have for lunch or steering a company strategy. For managers, effective decision-making skills at work are essential. So, how do you ensure you make the right decisions and stay on top of your game? In this week’s episode,…

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Daring Dandies: Early 20th Century Men of Style and Scandal 52:16

2M ago52:16

52:16

In the previous episode "Dandies: Gentleman of Style from the 19th Century to Today", Carl was joined by cultural historian and maker of fine custom clothing, Nathaniel Lee Adams for a look at this most interesting breed of society's tastemaking men. In this new episode, Carl and Natty take the discussion further and focus on the early 20th century…

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293: 5 Proven Steps for Managers to Motivate Their Teams with JC Bernstein 35:27

2M ago35:27

35:27

Your team members' motivation levels can greatly impact their productivity, engagement, morale, and, of course, the quality of their work. But motivating people is HARD. Surprisingly, bigger paychecks are less effective than we think they are in motivating people to do good work and stick around. So, if money is not an adequate motivation tool, the…

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292: Why Managers Need Cultural Intelligence (And How to Develop It) with Loren Rosario-Maldonado 33:52

2M ago33:52

33:52

What comes to mind when you think about culture? Most of us believe that culture is related to national origin and ethnicity, but culture is so much more than that. We may live in the same country, and yet it’s not uncommon to have different cultural preferences that influence how we show up at work and in life. And when we aren’t aware of these cu…

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The Sculptor and the Angel: The Untold Story of Emma Stebbins 54:19

2M ago54:19

54:19

In this episode, journalist and biographer Maria Teresa Cometto joins The Gilded Gentleman for a look into the life of New York-born 19th-century sculptor Emma Stebbins. Emma Stebbins is most noted for her iconic bronze statue, The Angel of the Waters, which was placed on Central Park's Bethesda Terrace in 1873. Maria Teresa Cometto is the author o…

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291: Enhancing Management Skills and Team Dynamics with Enneagram with Tracy O’Malley 33:30

3M ago33:30

33:30

Have you taken a personality test for a new job or during a team-building exercise? A lot of folks enjoy the insights that come from assessments like these. They help us know ourselves and our colleagues by better understanding our preferences, strengths, and weaknesses. Enter the Enneagram tool. Today's guest is Tracy O'Malley. Tracy is an Enneagr…

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290: Why Upstream Work is Crucial For Better Decision Making and Execution with Atif Rafiq 31:48

3M ago31:48

31:48

With busy days and the fast pace of work, it's understandable why so many teams jump from idea to basic plan (maybe!) to action. In our desire to move quickly, we forget that when we do so, we risk making bad decisions, resulting in wasted resources and, ultimately, not achieving what we set out to do. This is where upstream work plays a crucial ro…

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The Real Mamie Fish with Ashlie Atkinson and Keith Taillon 53:24

3M ago53:24

53:24

Mrs. Stuyvesant Fish, known to all as just Mamie, was another of the larger-than-life personalities during the Gilded Age. For this episode, Carl is joined by historian and writer Keith Taillon and actor Ashlie Atkinson, who portrays Mamie Fish in HBO's The Gilded Age, for a look at just who this complicated and fascinating woman really was. If you…

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289: How to Organize a Successful Team Building Event with Michael Alexis 32:04

3M ago32:04

32:04

Your business is only as strong as your employees. So, if you want to build a strong and thriving business, you need to hire top-notch people. But hiring them is only a part of the equation. You must bring them together and transform them from high-performing individuals to high-performing teams. This is where successful team building comes in. Tea…

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288: How to Effectively Deal with Workplace Conflict with Carol Bowser 32:10

3M ago32:10

32:10

Workplace conflict is inevitable. When people with different opinions and risk tolerances collaborate on projects or tasks, it’s normal for conflict to arise. As managers, we know all too well that conflict resolution in the workplace is vital for anyone hoping to nurture positive professional relationships and build a thriving, high-performing tea…

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Edith Wharton's "The Age of Innocence" with Dr. Emily Orlando 45:57

3M ago45:57

45:57

Edith Wharton published The Age of Innocence at a very important moment in her life. When the novel came out in 1920, she had been living in France full-time for nearly 10 years and had seen the devastating effects of World War I up close. Her response was to look back with a sense of nostalgia to the time of her childhood to recreate that staid, r…

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287: How to Set Strategic Goals and Achieve Them 10:24

4M ago10:24

10:24

Have you ever set goals but then struggled to achieve them? Do you ever wonder why it’s so hard to stay on track? In the spirit of the new year, which many consider a fresh start, we’ll unpack the key elements in setting thoughtful and strategic goals and how to actually achieve them. Now, let’s all be clear: there’s no single approach to effective…

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Having a Ball: The Gilded Age's Most Outrageous Parties (ENCORE) 48:32

4M ago48:32

48:32

It's ball season! Time to call the carriage for your visit to the Gilded Age's greatest parties. Balls were the most lavish entertainment one could attend in the Gilded Age -- from Mrs. Astor's annual Opera Ball for around 400 guests to smaller affairs for only 200 or 300 hundred. But that ball was far more than an elegant night out. Being invited …

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Inspire Employees Through Deep Purpose with Ranjay Gulati (A Replay) 28:23

4M ago28:23

28:23

Why do you show up to work? Why do you do things you’re expected to do at work? The biggest factor of organizational success is determined by how embedded the company’s deep purpose is in its employees. Today’s guest is Ranjay Gulati. He is the author of the book Deep Purpose: The Heart and Soul of High-Performance Companies, an educator and resear…

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The Roeblings: The Family Who Built the Brooklyn Bridge (Bowery Boys Archive) 1:19:43

4M ago1:19:43

1:19:43

Viewers were introduced to Emily Roebling on the second season of The Gilded Age. Now learn the entire story of the Roebling family -- father, son, wife -- the engineers responsible for the construction of the Brooklyn Bridge. As a special bonus episode to end the year, enjoy this 2023 show from the Bowery Boys podcast archives, looking at the extr…

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286: Debunking the Myth of the Dream Job and What to Pursue Instead with Lauren McGoodwin 33:31

4M ago33:31

33:31

Many professionals start their careers in the hope of eventually landing their dream job--that perfect position that checks off all the boxes on their list. But what really is a dream job? A big paycheck with a fancy title? A corner office with a million-dollar view? A good work-life balance? Well, what if I told you that it's time to let go of tha…

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Delmonico's: The Return of a Legend with Max Tucci 42:11

4M ago42:11

42:11

Delmonico's began as the dream of two Swiss immigrants in the 1820's and grew to be a social center of the Gilded Age. Prohibition shuttered Delmonico's along with other great New York restaurants. Italian immigrant Oscar Tucci looked at the closed great brownstone former restaurant at 56 Beaver St and decided to reopen it - first as a speakeasy, t…

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285: 8 Types of Questions Managers Should Ask Their Team Members with Deb Calvert 32:22

4M ago32:22

32:22

Is there such a thing as a bad question? Asking questions is essential at work, and knowing how to ask better questions can help improve conversations with your team members. While it may sound like an easy concept, asking better questions is a craft that takes time and effort to master. Today’s guest is Deb Calvert. Deb is the author of DISCOVER Q…

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Simon Jones (Bannister on HBO's "The Gilded Age"): In Conversation 44:37

4M ago44:37

44:37

Carl is joined by actor Simon Jones, whose distinguished career has included King George V on "Downton Abbey", stage productions on Broadway and the West End, and his current role as Bannister on HBO's "The Gilded Age". Simon takes us backstage as he discusses his career from his earliest roles, including in the radio drama version of "The Hitchhik…

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284: 4 Key Mindset Shifts for Individual Contributors Transitioning To Management Roles 31:31

5M ago31:31

31:31

Transitioning from a team member to a manager is undoubtedly a significant leap. It's crucial to recognize the shifts that come with leadership roles and be prepared for them. The first and most apparent shift is recognizing that it's no longer just about you. The spotlight now turns to your team, and your success is intricately woven with theirs. …

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Inside Newport: Objects and Observations with Ulysses Dietz 45:50

5M ago45:50

45:50

Ulysses Dietz, noted curator, author, and historian is the great-great grandson of President Ulysses S. Grant. In this unique and very special show, Ulysses takes us behind the doors of several of Newport's great mansions to understand how architecture, design and decorative arts all combine to tell the story of how this social community came to be…

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283: 7 Types of Rest and How to Practice Them to Avoid Burnout 31:52

5M ago31:52

31:52

Most of us think that sleeping equals resting. And yet, there are instances when getting more sleep doesn’t rejuvenate us at all. In these cases, sleep is actually the wrong type of rest and won't make up for what you actually need. So, knowing where you’re depleted and then refilling your batteries with the appropriate rejuvenation activities, not…

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Christmas in Victorian America: City House/Country House 50:14

5M ago50:14

50:14

Christmas traditions evolved over the 19th century, combining influences from the days of the Dutch settlers with British practices inspired by the work of Dickens, and along the way, they became something truly American. In this special holiday episode, the Gilded Gentleman visits with Ann Haddad, House Historian of New York's 1832 Merchant's Hous…

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282: Understanding Power in the Workplace and How It Impacts Workplace Dynamics with Catherine Bell 30:37

5M ago30:37

30:37

Whether we acknowledge it or not, power is at play in the workplace. The key is to understand your own power and the power dynamics so you and your team can accomplish great things together. But how do you start a conversation on such a sensitive and often awkward topic? Today’s guest is Catherine Bell. Catherine is a Professional Certified Coach, …

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Jay Gould at Home: Life at Lyndhurst Mansion 45:24

5M ago45:24

45:24

Financier Jay Gould was one of the most famous — and infamous — of the Gilded Age robber barons. He was ruthless in his business dealings, tangled with the Vanderbilts for control of the railroads and fought battle after battle on Wall Street. But there was a less contentious side to him as well. Gould sought respite from New York City with his fam…

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281: How Curiosity Can Help Managers Build Better Teams with Scott Shigeoka 38:46

5M ago38:46

38:46

In the fast-paced world of work, sometimes we forget to pause and take the time to be curious. But curiosity is an essential part of building relationships and solving problems. So, how can we tap into our natural curiosity? Today’s guest is Scott Shigeoka. Scott is an internationally recognized curiosity expert, speaker, and author. He is known fo…

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The Gilded Age Cookbook: A Conversation with Becky Libourel Diamond 50:43

5M ago50:43

50:43

The Gilded Age was a period of rapid industrialization and innovation - and that was abundantly true in terms of what was happening in the kitchen. New marvels like refrigeration, the availability of ingredients like baking powder, and new tools from egg beaters to meat slicers, all made creating over-the-top meals much easier than ever before. Bec…

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280: How Mindset Impacts Everything You Do as a Manager with Susan Hobson 30:39

5M ago30:39

30:39

95% of our choices every day are made by our autopilot. And your mindset is the remarkable force shaping your autopilot system. So, how do you make sure that your autopilot is actually serving you and your team–helping you run at your optimal potential? Our guest expert has a lot to say on this topic. Today’s guest is Susan Hobson. Susan is a High-…

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Black Gotham: Origins of Gilded Age New York's Black Elite 59:48

6M ago59:48

59:48

One of the most fascinating story lines in Season One of the HBO series "The Gilded Age" was that of the young black writer Peggy Scott and her Brooklyn family. Elements of Peggy's father's character were based on scholar Dr. Carla Peterson's own ancestral family. In her groundbreaking book, Black Gotham: A Family History of African-Americans in Ni…

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279: How to Facilitate Effective Performance Management with Projjal Ghatak 32:14

6M ago32:14

32:14

Performance management enables employees to learn and grow in service of being and doing their best. It traditionally happens through one-on-ones, weekly meetings, and annual performance reviews. However, for many managers and direct reports, performance management feels like a chore. Thankfully, today's guest has figured out how to easily and effe…

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The Opening of the Metropolitan Opera 1883 (ENCORE) 27:39

6M ago27:39

27:39

Celebrate the opening of the opera season Gilded Age style! In this encore episode, Carl delves into how the Metropolitan Opera came to be and what it meant to those bejewelled Gilded Age audiences. Most of the drama took place in the audience - and not so much on the stage. On the night of October 22, 1883, the brand new Metropolitan Opera House o…

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278: Why Journaling Improves Your Leadership Skills with Antonio Garrido 32:14

6M ago32:14

32:14

Have you tried journaling? Well, it’s time to be intentional about it and make it a habit. Journaling is more than just writing down your life experience. According to this week's podcast guest, journaling can actually help improve your leadership skills. Today’s guest is Antonio Garrido. Antonio has over twenty-five years in senior leadership posi…

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277: How to Serve as a Leader Without Burning Out with Teri Schmidt 30:19

6M ago30:19

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When we think of iconic leaders in our history, many people think of impactful figures like Martin Luther King Jr., Mahatma Gandhi, or Susan B. Anthony. But defining what leadership is and what leaders really do can be challenging. So today, my guest will walk us through her definition of leadership to help us all thrive at work. Today’s guest is T…

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Ghosts of the Gilded Age 55:30

6M ago55:30

55:30

In this truly spooky episode. Greg and Tom from the Bowery Boys podcast travel to Manhattan, Queens, the Bronx and Staten Island to delve into four tales of the unexplained, the perhaps unforgotten and definitely the unsettling. Our stories include a massive elegant mansion that once graced the Hunts Point neighborhood in the Bronx. Built by mercha…

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276: How to Survive Awkward Moments at Work with Henna Pryor 31:51

6M ago31:51

31:51

Have you ever made a comment in a meeting that was met with silence? A silence that felt like hours, and you had no option but to wait for that awkward moment to be over? We’ve all been there. But having awkward moments at work doesn't have to be a bad thing. In fact, this week's guest says we can use those good awkward moments to make us more huma…

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275: Mastering Coachability for Effective Leadership with Jacquelyn Lane and Scott Osman 27:45

7M ago27:45

27:45

Top athletes in any sport have at least one coach, sometimes multiple, because they want to perform at their best. Turns out, managers aren't so different from athletes! In order for us to be the best leaders we can be, we need others to help us see our blindspots, push us to think and act in different ways and cheer us on when we’re unsure. In sho…

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