Best Innovators Book Club Podcasts (2024)

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Water Book Club - The Dynamics of Water Innovation - Paul O'Callaghan (Review & Critique) 17:54

2h ago17:54

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You need to know the rules to beat the rules ⬇️ Water innovation takes decades to be adopted: 35 Years for the average water tech! For their book "The Dynamics of Water Innovation," Paul O'Callaghan and his team reviewed 488 water technologies to identify patterns, timelines (and ways to accelerate them), and some of the specificities of water entr…

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Empowering Personal Growth & Innovation 1:01:31

9h ago1:01:31

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The inaugural episode of the Bankers Book Club introduces listeners to a vibrant discussion about the intersection of literature, personal development, and the financial services industry. The hosts, Fred Cadena, Eric Cook, Jack Hubbard, and Allison Netzer, share their diverse professional backgrounds and how their journeys have shaped their perspe…

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IPA’s Book Club: Burn Book By Kara Swisher 26:43

5d ago26:43

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In this episode, Brian Tate, the IPA’s CEO, and Ben Jackson, the COO, discuss Burn Book, by Kara Swisher. They cover what the book tells us about the history of the Internet and how technology has shaped our lives. They also discuss whether there are any lessons for the industry and society as we enter a new technological age with the growth of art…

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Why Everyone's Betting BIG on Water in 2024 12:48

6h ago12:48

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Why is everyone suddenly obsessed with water technology? When GE sold its water division in 2017, nobody blinked. But in 2024, Georg Fischer's stock jumped 15% when they announced they're selling everything BUT water! Plus GF's not alone: DuPont and Danaher are making similar moves, and there's a World in which Veolia might move along. What changed…

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‘Cooking for People’, Estonian wine and The Newt 36:45

3d ago36:45

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This week, we sit down with Mike Davies, the chef at the helm of one of London’s most celebrated gastropubs, The Camberwell Arms, to leaf through his new seasonal cookbook, ‘Cooking for People’. Then, Petri Burtsoff heads to a Luscher & Matiesen winery on the Estonian island of Muhu to taste some of the nation’s unique tipples. Plus: Monocle’s Moni…

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How GF Redirects its Flow to Dominate Water Solutions 37:46

5h ago37:46

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Georg Fischer (or GF) just announced that it divested its Machining Solutions arm for about 650 million Swiss francs to United Grinding Group and evaluated strategic options to do the same with its Casting Solutions division. Said differently, GF fully embraced its new trajectory: becoming a Water and Flow solutions company, with, on top of this, t…

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Christian McBride: jazz notes from the engine room 41:27

2h ago41:27

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Today, the Spotlight shines On Christian McBride, a musician, recording artist, prolific composer, arranger, producer, cultural curator, dedicated educator, and mentor. Christian has been called the hardest-working person in jazz, and based on what I just rattled off, that might be underselling it. From his early days in Philadelphia soaking up the…

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NATIONAL FAMILY CAREGIVER MONTH; Sandy Markwood - USAging on Caregiver Resources, Getting Paid as a Caregiver Max Mayblum - Givers; Sandwich Generation & Caregiver Stories, Daylight Savings - Home Lighting ... 1:19:00

1d ago1:19:00

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Our first November episode of “Caregiving Club On Air” kicks off with November’s National Family Caregiver Month (#NFCMonth) and two great interviews: (17:22) Sandy Markwood – CEO, USAging – tells us about free resource and guidance family caregivers can use through the network of local Area Agencies on Aging, the Elder Care Locator and other resou…

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Food Neighbourhoods #409: Vaxholm, Sweden 6:43

2h ago6:43

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We head to Sweden, the home of cinnamon buns, or ‘kanelbullar’, to meet award winning home-cook Lina Walstrom. Monocle’s Tamara Thiessen heads to meet her in Vaxholm to learn how to make this staple Swedish treat.By Monocle Radio

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‘Hokkaido’, Ben Slater and our Wine of the Month 32:46

1h ago32:46

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We leaf through a new cookbook by Tim Anderson dedicated to the cuisine of the Japanese island of Hokkaido. Also in the programme, George Ruskin meets chef Ben Slater to learn about the art of food styling and our in-house wine expert, Chloé Lake, crowns her wine of the month.By Monocle Radio

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Erik Davis: the beatification of blotter art 36:50

1h ago36:50

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What can be scarier than Halloween ghouls? How about a trip through the LSD underground? Today, the Spotlight shines On Erik Davis, and this trip is no bummer. Erik is an author, award-winning journalist, and teacher in San Francisco. He is the author, most recently, of Blotter: The Untold Story of an Acid Medium_, a study of LSD blotter art. And t…

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Water Book Club - Liquid Asset - Barton Thompson (Review, Critique & Interview) 26:00

5h ago26:00

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📚 On the bookshelf: Liquid Asset by Barton Thompson 📘 Subtitle: How Business and Government Can Partner to Solve the Freshwater Crisis What's the thesis of the book? What are some key learnings you'll get from it? What are my own thoughts and criticisms about that book? And ultimately, should you read it? ➡️ Let's review! Included: My exclusive int…

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Food Neighbourhoods #408: Oslo, Norway 6:38

14h ago6:38

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Norway’s capital is not to be overlooked if you want a taste of the best that the Nordics have to offer. Much like its people, Oslo’s culinary scene is not brash or showy, so its most notable restaurants and bars can be easy to miss. Here, Monocle’s resident Norwegian, Gunnar Gronlid, helps us uncover some of the city’s best spots.…

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Umami 31:34

5d ago31:34

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This week’s episode is dedicated entirely to umami. First up, we sit down with Christopher Beckman, whose new book dives into the history and potency of anchovies. Also on the programme: Monocle’s Canberra correspondent, Aarti Betigeri, tastes Australia’s divisive spread, Vegemite. Plus: we unearth the bountiful possibilities of cooking with fungi …

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IPA’s Book Club: Burn Book By Kara Swisher 26:43

5d ago26:43

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In this episode, Brian Tate, the IPA’s CEO, and Ben Jackson, the COO, discuss Burn Book, by Kara Swisher. They cover what the book tells us about the history of the Internet and how technology has shaped our lives. They also discuss whether there are any lessons for the industry and society as we enter a new technological age with the growth of art…

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Josh Johnson: unusual objects and saxophone stories 29:51

6d ago29:51

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Today, the Spotlight shines On Josh Johnson, the Los Angeles-based saxophonist, composer, multi-instrumentalist, and Grammy Award-winning producer. Josh joined me earlier this year to talk about his second solo album, Unusual Object, which came out this past April on Northern Spy Records. Equal parts futuristic jazz and modern composition, Josh use…

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Resilience & Perseverance: A Deep Dive into "True Gretch" |by Gretchen Whitmer | A Book Review 1:08:06

7d ago1:08:06

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In this episode, we dive into the themes of resilience and perseverance as we review the classic novel "True Gretch: What I've Learned About Life, Leadership, and Everything in Between by Gretchen Whitmer" Join us as we explore the personal experiences and educational insights that shape our understanding of financial matters, including student loa…

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S12E3 - How GWT Saves You Millions with Carbon-Negative Wastewater Treatment 58:01

7d ago58:01

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Gross Wen Technologies reached $15 Million in yearly sales while rolling out in three verticals and getting selected among hundreds of contestant in THE Global Water Hub - aka Singapore. All on the back of a simple, even seemingly simplistic technology: algae-based nutrient removal (and recovery). Oh and did I forget? They profitable from the get-g…

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Food Neighbourhoods #407: Taormina, Sicily 7:42

8d ago7:42

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We swap city life for the hilltop town of Taormina in Sicily to soak up the last of the season’s sun. George Ruskin takes us on a tour of this elegant destination’s best culinary spots.By Monocle Radio

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“SHARK TANK’S” BARBARA CORCORAN ON ALZHEIMER’S & AGITATION; NATIONAL POSITIVE ATTITUDE & GRATITUDE MONTH, Alzheimer’s in the Workplace & Wandering + Tech; National Train Your Brain Day, Rideshare Month ... 1:13:52

22d ago1:13:52

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This October episode of “Caregiving Club On Air” we start with a wonderful interview with one of the “sharks” from TV’s “Shark Tank” – Barbara Corcoran. But she is not here to talk about business investment, rather she talks to Sherri about her personal caregiving journey with her mom who had Alzheimer’s which led to her mission to help educate peo…

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Will Veolia Eat Your Lunch? 10:27

11d ago10:27

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The World's largest water company is ambitious: it plans on growing 3 times faster than the market, so that its water tech and new solutions business lines will grow by 50% by 2030. How? By introducing 5 Priority Offers, starting with a new dedicated PFAS removal arm: BeyondPFAS. Let's dig into it! 🎙️ PODCAST 🎙️ Website: https://dww.show/podcast/ S…

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Happy Endings, Butcheria and Japanese food replicas 35:24

12d ago35:24

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This week, we delve into the pleasure of ice cream whatever the season with founder of Happy Endings, Terri Mercieca. Also in the programme, Monocle’s Copenhagen correspondent Michael Booth meets chef and butcher, Michael Museth, at his restaurant and shop, Butcheria, dedicated to delivering high-quality-meat products to the city. Plus: Mae-Li Evan…

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Shawn Mativetsky: a tabla adventure through Temporal Waves 31:34

13d ago31:34

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Today, the Spotlight shines On composer and percussionist Shawn Mativetsky. A renowned tabla player, Shawn is a pioneer in bridging the worlds of Western and Indian classical music. We discussed the intricacies of traditional Indian music, including the setup and tuning of the instruments, the guru-disciple relationship, and the reception of Wester…

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WEFTEC 2024: PFAS, Tech, Series B, AI, ML... What Did You Miss? 1:01:23

14d ago1:01:23

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Here are my curated picks from WEFTEC 2024: 💰 Aqua Membranes' Series B (led by Burnt Island Ventures) - with CEO Craig Beckman and Partner Steve Kloos 3️⃣ 3 intriguing Water Techs, finally explained - VorTech (with Sean Mulligan & John McConomy), VVater (with Michael Watt), BioLargo (with Alex Evans) 🤖 ML applied to Water Asset Management (with Jen…

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Food Neighbourhoods #406: Hudson, New York 7:30

15d ago7:30

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Today we’re heading upstream to Hudson, a leafy town north of New York, to sample its culinary delights. Monocle’s Anita Riotta takes us on a tour.By Monocle Radio

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Santiago Lastra, fresh-herb foraging in Finland and Lulu’s 31:42

19d ago31:42

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This week, we welcome chef Santiago Lastra back to the studio to discuss his new London opening, Fonda, inspired by Mexico’s laidback eateries. Also in the programme: Monocle’s Petri Burtsoff meets Finnish chef Sami Tallberg to learn about the transformative flavours of fresh-foraged herbs. Plus: Monica Lillis heads to Lulu\'s, a South London neigh…

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Paul Stache: The Art of Running Smoke Jazz Club in NYC 28:04

20d ago28:04

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Today, the Spotlight shines On Paul Stache, co-owner (with his wife and partner Molly Sparrow Johnson) of Smoke Jazz Club, one of New York City’s premier live music venues. Smoke is celebrating its 25th anniversary throughout 2024 and Paul joined us to talk about the storied venue’s past, present, and future. In addition to the club’s 25th Annivers…

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S12E2 - The US has a $2 Trillion Water Problem - Deep Brief 50:06

1M ago50:06

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The US Water Infrastructure is crumbling - and it may be time for Policy to effectively jump in. Let's discuss how and why with: ➡️ Mae Stevens (the highly praised water lobbyist who wrote the Bill in response to the Flint Crisis - and SO much more): https://www.linkedin.com/in/maestevens/ ➡️ Melisa Logan (Mayor of Blytheville, Arkansas): https://w…

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Food Neighbourhoods #405: Marseille 11:52

22d ago11:52

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Today, we’re heading to France’s oldest city, Marseille. Known for its sunshine, sea and saffron, this melting pot of a port town seamlessly blends French, Italian, Mediterranean and North African cooking traditions and rituals. Here, Sarah Grice takes us on a tour of her favourite spots.By Monocle Radio

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Condiments 34:11

26d ago34:11

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This week we whip out jars and bottles for an episode entirely dedicated to condiments. First up, we sit down with the authority on the subject, author Claire Dinhut – also known as Condiment Claire – to talk about her new book. Also in the programme: Monocle’s Gregory Scruggs meets the founders of KariKari Chilli Crisp in Seattle to learn about th…

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Building Music Communities: Thinking Global & Acting Local 1:20:17

1M ago1:20:17

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Today, the Spotlight is going to shine a little differently. Instead of a single guest, we will have three segments dealing with the importance of local music scenes. Our first guest is Shain Shapiro. Shain is a thought leader working at the intersection of music, culture, and urban policy. His book, This Must Be The Place: How Music Can Make Your …

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S12E1 - Growth Story - How MembrIon Will Reach $50 Million ARR By 2030 58:20

28d ago58:20

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In January 2023, MembrIon raised a $12.5M Series B. Roughly two years later, they're on the verge of raising their Series C, but in between, it's been a bumpy road! From zooming in on their target market to turning their business model around through signing their first commercial deals and re-modeling key positions in the team, there's A TON to le…

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Food Neighbourhoods #404: Herne Hill, London 7:31

1M ago7:31

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Today, Monocle’s Monica Lillis heads to the leafy suburb of Herne Hill in South London to sample its artisanal bakeries and cafés, sit down at some of the area’s best restaurants and tour its stalwart Sunday market. Take a listen.By Monocle Radio

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‘The Martini’, The Ferm and Wine of the Month 34:03

1M ago34:03

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This week, we sit down with Alice Lascelles to flick through her new book, ‘The Martini’, and learn why she’s so passionate about this classic cocktail. Also in the programme: Hannah Pham meets with Rebecca Ghim, founder of The Ferm, a London-based fermentary that turns waste products into kimchi. Plus, our wine expert, Chloé Lake, crowns her wine …

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WORLD ALZHEIMERS MONTH, National Fall Prevention Week with Steve Popovich- Theora Care, Emergency Preparedness Month for Older Adults, Dementia-Friendly Home Design, International Podcast Day 1:13:08

1M ago1:13:08

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This September episode of “Caregiving Club On Air” we focus on World Alzheimer’s Month as well as National Falls Prevention Week (Sept 23-28) with our guest, Steve Popovich, CEO/President of Theora Care. Steve will share how Theora Care’s technology is helping to detect and prevent falls for older adults and helping recover Alzheimer’s adults who h…

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Devin Gray: Most Definitely's solo drum universe 48:46

1M ago48:46

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Today, the Spotlight shines On drummer and composer Devin Gray. Like me, Devin is a born New Englander who made his way to Brooklyn, though unlike me, he splits his time between Brooklyn and Berlin. Devin has performed with Spotlight On alumni Angelica Sanchez and Satoko Fuji, as well as a who’s who of the creative music scene: David Liebman, Sylvi…

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IPA's September Government Update 20:37

2M ago20:37

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In this episode. episode, Brian Tate, CEO of the IPA, discusses the latest regulatory proposals from the FDIC, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, and the Federal Reserve He considers how they might change the relationships between fintechs and issuing banks, and how they might change the operations of both kinds of companies. This episode wa…

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IPA's September Government Update 20:37

2M ago20:37

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In this episode. episode, Brian Tate, CEO of the IPA, discusses the latest regulatory proposals from the FDIC, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, and the Federal Reserve He considers how they might change the relationships between fintechs and issuing banks, and how they might change the operations of both kinds of companies. This episode wa…

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S11E20 - How Veolia’s AI Prowess is Redefining Water Technology Leadership 59:19

1M ago59:19

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How did Veolia overcome the Leader's Curse to supercharge its internal and external tools with AI and LLMs when so many sat on the edge? Let's find out! More #water insights? Connect with me on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/antoinewalter1/ #️⃣ All the Links Mentioned in this Video #️⃣ 🔗 Come say hi to Andrew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedi…

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Food Neighbourhoods #403: Ibiza Town 10:37

1M ago10:37

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On the Balearic isle of Ibiza the summer season is beginning to wind down. The legions of leisure seekers won’t officially dwindle until mid-October, when many of the island’s restaurants head off on their half-year hiatus. Moored in Ibiza Town, Monocle correspondent Liam Aldous has been tucking into the changing face of the port city’s food scene,…

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Why Your Lack of Boundaries Is Ruining Your Life (And How to Fix It) - A Book Review 1:34:16

1M ago1:34:16

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"Boundaries: The Life-Changing Book That Will Transform Your Relationships!" Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed, taken advantage of, or constantly saying "yes" when you really want to say "no"? In this eye-opening review, we dive deep into the game-changing book "Boundaries" by Dr. Henry Cloud and Dr. John Townsend. Discover how this powerful gui…

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Tollington’s fish bar and Ziba 30:00

1M ago30:00

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We meet Ed McIlory to find out about his new Iberia-inspired opening, Tollington’s, in north London. Also on the programme: Marisa Mazria Katz meets the founders of Ziba, a US-based company that aims to bring the distinctive taste of Afghan fruit and nuts to the world.By Monocle Radio

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Brad Mindich: the art and craft of archiving stardom 48:53

1M ago48:53

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Today, the Spotlight shines On Brad Mindich, an entrepreneur who works directly with artists, athletes, and others in music, culture, and sports to expand their legacies and create powerful connections with their fans. Brad currently does this work as the founder and CEO of Inveniem/Definitive Authentic, which helps its clients organize, catalog, p…

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S11E19 - How Kando's STREAMi Simplifies Complex Water Quality Data for Executives 49:35

1M ago49:35

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Ever wondered how to FINALLY use AI right in water tech? Let's find out with this Episode! More #water insights? Connect with me on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/antoinewalter1/ #️⃣ All the Links Mentioned in this Video #️⃣ 🔗 KANDO's website: https://www.kando.eco/ 🔗 Ori Reshef's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ori-reshef-84440a6/ 🔗 W…

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Food Neighbourhoods #402: Boston and Cambridge, Massachusetts 6:40

1M ago6:40

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With the leaves beginning to turn golden brown in the Northern Hemisphere, Monocle’s Sana Jumani takes us on a tour of Boston and Cambridge, Massachusetts, an area renowned for its autumnal fare as well as its varied culinary scene.By Monocle Radio

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Lahpet Larder, Do Good Brew Co and Archestratus 31:35

2M ago31:35

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We meet Dan Anton of London’s Lahpet to learn more about his most recent opening, Lahpet Larder, and talk about the appetite for Burmese cuisine. Also on the programme: we’re in Finland to meet the founder of Do Good Brew Co, who tells us about his mission to pair beer with fine dining. Plus: Monocle’s Tomos Lewis heads to Archestratus Books and Fo…

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Andy McCluskey: kicking down fascist art with OMD 41:54

2M ago41:54

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Today, the Spotlight shines On Andy McCluskey, the singer, songwriter, musician, and producer best known as the lead singer and bass guitarist of Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark (also known as OMD). Andy joined Spotlight On producer and guest host Michael Donaldson to discuss topics as varied as the political messages behind their latest work, po…

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NATIONAL SELF-CARE & HEALTHY AGING MONTH, National Assisted Living Week with Susan Ryan of Green House Project, Grandparents & Centenarians Day, Costs of Sr Living & Never Forget 9/11 1:17:00

2M ago1:17:00

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For this first September episode of our “Caregiving Club On Air” podcast, we celebrate National Assisted Living Week (Sept 8-14) with our special guest, Susan Ryan, CEO of The Green House Project. (4:35) For CAREGIVER WELLNESS NEWS, as we move from August National Wellness Month into September’s National Self-Care Month Sherri continues to share th…

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S11E18 - How Kemira Defied Market Odds to Lead in Bio-Based Tech 38:18

2M ago38:18

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What does it take to Create a 500 Million dollar bio-based market? And how can you replicate these strategies for your own growth-stage endeavors? Let's find out with this Episode! More #water insights? Connect with me on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/antoinewalter1/ #️⃣ All the Links Mentioned in this Video #️⃣ 🔗 Come say hi to Riikka on L…

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Food Neighbourhoods #401: Mendoza, Argentina 7:13

2M ago7:13

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Monocle’s Liv Kessler heads to Mendoza, the wine capital of Argentina, to explore the heart of the city’s culinary scene through the lens of its historic food culture.By Monocle Radio

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