Best Michael Cimino Podcasts (2024)

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Ep. 77 Fat and Funny... On Film 1:02:18

11h ago1:02:18

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Send us a message! Some of Hollywood's biggest stars... Join actor/writer Vince Cusimano and me as we go through the history of Hollywood's great big funny people! We discuss everyone from Roscoe Arbuckle to Chris Farley so grab something sweet to eat and join us! Support the Show. Find me on Twitter and Instagram @vitotrabucco or thegatesofcimino.…

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Ep. 76 Philip Marlowe and Film Noir 1:07:46

16d ago1:07:46

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Send us a message! "Tell me something, Mr. Marlowe." Join me today along with Joe Trabucco and Armando Chapman as we discuss the Raymond Chandler films, novels and the iconic character he created. We also dive into other films and shows of the genre such as SUGAR and MONSIEUR SPADE. Plus much more! **(Apologies for the bad audio. In the car during …

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Ep. 75 American Movie 30:22

1M ago30:22

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Send us a message! "Life is kinda cool sometimes." Join actor/filmmaker Chris Staviski and me as we talk about one of the greatest documentaries ever made. Chris Smith's AMERICAN MOVIE! We discuss the duo of Mark and Mike as well the film's lasting impact. Life is truly stranger than fiction. Join us! WARNING: Spoilers as always! Support the Show. …

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Episode 073: Frameworks for Responsible Crypto Regulation, with SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce 28:02

1M ago28:02

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In this episode of the Ownership Economy, we're joined by SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce, who dives into crypto regulation in the EU vs. the US, how she is thinking about regulation for entrepreneurs building in crypto, and what 2024 might bring. Note: This episode was recorded in January 2024.

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Ep. 74 Flannel Horror 54:51

1M ago54:51

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Send us a message! What's your favorite type of horror? Zombies? Vampires? Slashers? Join writer/actor Vince Cusimano and me as we discuss ours... Flannel Horror! Support the Show. Find me on Twitter and Instagram @vitotrabucco or thegatesofcimino.com https://www.buzzsprout.com/2047429/support This episode brought to you by Vitophone.…

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Ep. 73 Myra Breckinridge 56:22

2M ago56:22

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Send us a message! Join writer/producer Armando Chapman and me as we bend over for Myra Breckinridge! We discuss the book by Gore Vidal that turned into one of the most talked about movies of 1970. We talk about the film's stars and the behind the scenes drama. As we close out, we talk a little about the HBO Max documentary Quiet On Set. Throw on y…

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Ep. 72 O.J. Simpson 1:06:37

3M ago1:06:37

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Send us a message! We the people find the defendant... Join writer/actor Vince Cusimano and me as we break down the acting career of Orenthal James Simpson! We discuss his early football career that turned him into a successful actor and broadcaster... as well as that other thing he did. Join us!! Support the Show. Find me on Twitter and Instagram …

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Ep. 71 M. Emmet Walsh 1:04:23

4M ago1:04:23

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Send us a message! Join actor/writer Vince Cusimano and me as we bid a final farewell to one of the greatest character actors of all time. We discuss some of his greatest performances as well as some of our other favorite character actors who deserve mention. Grab a drink and join us! Support the Show. Find me on Twitter and Instagram @vitotrabucco…

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Ep. 70 Chaplin vs. Keaton 1:07:20

4M ago1:07:20

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Send us a message! Who you got? A question that has been asked for over 100 years. Join my brother Joe and me as we dive into the life and times of two of the biggest giants in silent films. Charlie Chaplin and Buster Keaton. We go through their childhoods, their highs and lows, and how well they both adjusted to the talkies. Join us as we celebrat…

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Ep. 69 Night Moves 59:54

5M ago59:54

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Send us a message! Join actor/writer Vince Cusimano and me as we discuss one of the most overlooked gems of the 1970s. Arthur Penn's NIGHT MOVES! We break down the film's themes and it's cast as well as other great films that fit in the Neo-Noir genre. WARNING: Spoilers as always! Support the Show. Find me on Twitter and Instagram @vitotrabucco or …

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Ep. 68 The Last of Sheila 46:49

5M ago46:49

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Send us a message! What's your favorite whodunit? We'll start. Join Joe Trabucco, Armando Chapman and me as we discuss Herbert Ross' 1973 masterpiece. We go into the writing process with Stephen Sondheim and Anthony Perkins as well as one of the best ensemble casts ever created for this type of film. Join us for The Sheila Greene Memorial Gossip Ga…

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Ep. 67 Hardcore 55:16

6M ago55:16

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Send us a message! Our favorite leading man George C. Scott is back! Join actor/writer Vince Cusimano and me as we dive into this Paul Schrader 70s classic. We discuss this great cast and how mainstream Hollywood views the porn industry back then. This is one of Schrader's and Scott's best! Warning: Spoilers as always! Support the Show. Find me on …

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Ep. 66 JFK Revisited 1:24:35

6M ago1:24:35

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Send us a message! We're not quite done with our JFK discussion! Join Joe Trabucco, Vince Cusimano, and me as we go deeper into Oliver Stone's film and the assassination of the president. We talk about a theory that's not too widely discussed as well as the inconsistencies in Stone's film. Join us for a great episode! Support the Show. Find me on T…

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Ep. 65 Freeway and Freeway 2: Confession of a Trickbaby 54:15

7M ago54:15

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Send us a message! One of the strangest double features you'll ever see! Join me and writer/producer Armando Chapman as we discuss and try to process Freeway and Freeway 2: Confession of a Trickbaby. We go into the differences between the two films and its stars. As well as director Matthew Bright's take on Little Red Riding Hood and Hansel & Grete…

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Episode 072 - Investing to Build the Ownership Economy in web3, with David Pakman, Partner at CoinFund 1:04:38

7M ago1:04:38

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How do the worlds of cryptography, privacy, and AI relate? What is the promise of NFTs for building a user- and creator-owned economy? We dive into these topics and more with Ownership Economy Summit speaker David Pakman. David started his career in tech at Apple, and has been in venture capital for 20+ years at prominent funds Venrock and Coinfund…

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Ep. 64 Movies For Guys Who Like Movies 1:08:38

7M ago1:08:38

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Send us a message! One of the greatest cinematic movements in television history. Join Ron Meyers, Joe Trabucco and me as we discuss the short lived TBS' Movies For Guys Who Like Movies. We each have a list of our favorites. We name them off and break each film down why it's so special to us. An episode that certainly warrants a part 2! Warning: Sp…

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Ep. 63 Tales From the Crypt's And All Through the House (both versions) 30:59

7M ago30:59

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Send us a message! "Merry Christmas you son of a bitch!" Our 2nd annual Holiday episode! Join actor/writer Vince Cusimano and me as we talk about both the feature film of Tales From the Crypt with Joan Collins as well as the updated Robert Zemeckis version. We also get into some of our other holiday favorites. Happy Holidays! Warning: Spoilers as a…

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Episode 071 - Business Model and Stakeholder Innovation to Scale the Creator Economy, with Maz and Eiman of Crowdmuse 1:11:00

7M ago1:11:00

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In this episode, we are joined by Maryam Mazraei (“Maz”) and Eiman Soliman of Crowdmuse, a web3 protocol that brings together creators, fashion designers, suppliers, brands, and consumers, while redefining the incentives within the fashion industry to address its externalities. What sets Crowdmuse apart is its unique approach—it doesn't merely posi…

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Ep. 62 The Fearless Vampire Killers 39:32

8M ago39:32

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Send us a message! The film where Roman fell in love with Sharon! Join writer/producer Armando Chapman and me as we dive into Roman Polanski's The Fearless Vampire Killers. We discuss the themes of the film reminding us of Hammer Horror as well as the terrific cast headed up by the legendary Jack MacGowran. One of Roman Polanski's most underrated f…

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Ep. 61 Head 1:05:26

8M ago1:05:26

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Send us a message! Hey Hey we're the Monkees! Join writer/director Mark Bessenger and me as we talk Bob Rafelson's Head. We go deep into the career of the group, and how we ended up with this wild film. Even if you're not a fan of the Monkees, you need to this see this one! Full of some of the greatest cameos ever. Join us! Warning: Spoilers as alw…

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Episode 070 - OpenAI: An $85 Billion Dollar Governance Failure, and How it Could Have Been Anticipated, with Dr. Michael Zargham and Amber Case 58:11

8M ago58:11

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Over the last 120 hours, a governance crisis the likes of which we may never see repeated happened at world-leading artificial intelligence company OpenAI, culminating in the firing (and rehiring!) of Sam Altman, with a tectonic shift in their governance in the space of a few days. In this episode we explore what led to this situation, how it could…

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Ep. 60 JFK 1:07:42

9M ago1:07:42

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Send us a message! On the 60 year anniversary of his assassination, actor/writer Vince Cusimano and me dive into the 1991 Oliver Stone classic. We discuss one of the greatest ensemble casts ever put together for the film. Also, Vince talks about his visit to the Dealey Plaza. We also get into the assassination itself as well as the subsequent docum…

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Ep. 59 Cockfighter 59:17

9M ago59:17

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Send us a message! Your balls will only hurt for a while give it a try!! Join actor/writer Vince Cusimano and me as we take a trip to the deep south for Monte Hellman's 1974 film COCKFIGHTER! We go into the career of Monte Hellman as well as 70s cult icon Laurie Bird. This is one of Warren Oates' best performances. Join us! As always... we spoil ev…

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Ep. 58 Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein 30:57

9M ago30:57

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Send us a message! Happy Halloween! Join writer/director Mark Bessenger and me as we talk about one of the first horror comedies ever produced. We go into how the film came into production as well as the history of this comedy team. How they started in vaudeville to their eventual end. This film is a childhood favorite of mine! Support the Show. Fi…

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Ep. 57 Killers of the Flower Moon 36:25

10M ago36:25

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Send us a message! An epic event. Join producer and DGA assistant director Christopher Maltauro and me as we discuss Martin Scorsese's newest masterpiece! We go into the film itself, as well as the screening at the DGA Theater that was followed by a Q&A with Scorsese himself! Link to the Q&A: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r7_LvK59fGM Show referen…

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Ep. 56 The King of Marvin Gardens 38:23

10M ago38:23

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Send us a message! Join me with writer/actress/comedian Ingrid Palomo as we take a trip back to the old Atlantic City! Today we discuss Bob Rafelson's 1972 classic THE KING OF MARVIN GARDENS. We talk about the film's surreal elements as well as Jack's tone down character. We also dive into Ellen Burstyn's and Bruce Dern's over the top performances.…

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Ep. 55 Manhattan 59:39

10M ago59:39

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Send us a message! New York was his town, and it always would be. Join me and actor/writer Vince Cusimano as we talk about Woody Allen's 1979 masterpiece. We discuss the film's characters, Woody's other works, and Gordon Willis' fantastic black and white cinematography. Oh, and we talk about Mia. A can't miss episode of a can't miss film! WARNING: …

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Ep. 54 Jimmy Stewart 1:08:57

11M ago1:08:57

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Send us a message! Your grandmother's crush has arrived! Join me with my brother Joe Trabucco and Ron Meyers as we discuss the pride of Indiana, Pennsylvania. Come along as we discuss the legacy of this Hollywood legend and World War 2 hero. We will also go over his upbringing, as well as some of the co-stars and directors he worked with along the …

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Ep.53 The Naked Cage 45:14

11M ago45:14

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Send us a message! Join me and writer director Vince Cusimano as we get sentenced to hard time in THE NAKED CAGE! There have been many great women in prison films liked CAGED HEAT, LUST FOR FREEDOM, CHAINED HEAT, REFORM SCHOOL GIRLS. The list goes on and on. Today we discuss the one that we feel is the "Citizen Kane" of women in prison films. Join …

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Ep. 52 Dogville 15:30

11M ago15:30

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Send us a message! Join me today as I we go to the 1930s Rocky Mountains and the avant-garde world of Lars von Trier’s film, Dogville. With the magic of digital video, minimalist setting, and an unforgettable performance from Nicole Kidman and Paul Bettany, we promise you'll find yourself captivated by this remarkable cinematic experience. Feel the…

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Episode 069 - Innovating on Organizational Structures at Every Segment of the Capital Stack, with Dr. Astrid Scholz of Armillaria and Zebras Unite Co-op 1:06:24

11M ago1:06:24

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In episode 069, Jahed sits down with Dr. Astrid Scholz, ecological economist and social entrepreneur, to discuss how her career arc has cut across governance and ownership, and the resulting innovations she and her teams have delivered. Along the way, we cover ecological economics and how it values ecosystems and people in addition to profits, why …

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Episode 068 - Leveraging Digital Communities as an Investment Strategy, with Sarah Drinkwater of Common Magic 44:45

11M ago44:45

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In this episode, Martin and Jahed chat with Sarah Drinkwater, Founder and General Partner at Common Magic. Common Magic invests in European and US start-ups at the pre-seed and seed stage. In the conversation, Sarah walks us through her experience working with early stage founders who are using community engagement and incentive design as a core pi…

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Episode 067 - Economies Full of Meaningful Work and Competitive Companies with Dr. Ellen Frank-Miller, Founder and CEO of WORC 52:21

11M ago52:21

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In this episode of the Ownership Economy, Martin and Jahed sit down with Dr. Ellen Frank-Miller, the Founder and CEO of WORC. A social scientist by training, Dr. Frank-Miller details her research on how investing in people as assets is proven to build more profitable, competitive companies. This episode will be of particular interest to private equ…

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Ep. 51 The Last Picture Show 1:04:11

11M ago1:04:11

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Send us a message! Come join me and writer/comedian/actress Ingrid Palomo on this nostalgic cinematic ride! For all the cinephiles and movie enthusiasts out there, picture this - you are about to be taken on a journey back in time, to the era of the classic 1971 film, 'The Last Picture Show.' Yes, that's right! We're going to explore the magic of t…

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Ep. 50 The Deer Hunter 1:33:24

12M ago1:33:24

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Send us a message! Join actor/writer Vince Cusimano and me as we discuss one of our favorite films ever. Warning: a few bleeps in this one! Remember how you felt about the pool-shooting scene that the Frankie Valli song played in 'The Deer Hunter'? That nostalgic wave washing over as it perfectly captured the essence of Western PA culture and its p…

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Episode 066 - Policy Innovations and Impediments in the Ownership Economy with Anthony Cimino, Head of Policy at Carta 58:20

12M ago58:20

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In this episode of the Ownership Economy, Martin and Jahed connect with Anthony Cimino Head of Policy at Carta. The conversation discusses challenges and opportunities in the US policy arena to advance broad-based ownership. Anthony walks us through the history of current rules on the books at the SEC and IRS, why they need updating for the world t…

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Ep. 49 Oppenheimer 51:08

12M ago51:08

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Send us a message! Join me and writer/producer Armando Chapman as we discuss Christopher Nolan's latest blockbuster. Peek behind the scenes of Christopher Nolan's latest cinematic masterpiece, 'Oppenheimer'. This episode is a deep dive into this thought-provoking movie, providing you with a fresh perspective on the intricacies of this epic film's p…

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Episode 065 - Governance and Possibilities: A Political Economy of the Commons, with Jenn and Ilia Murtazashvili 1:18:12

12M ago1:18:12

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In episode 065, Martin and Jahed chat with Drs. Jenn and Ilia Murtazashvili, from the University of Pittsburgh’s Center for Governance and Markets, and dive into the details of their new book, Towards a Political Economy of the Commons: Simple Rules for Sustainability. In the conversation, they cover the basics of what a commons is, what polycentri…

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Episode 064 - Building Network Effects in Web3 Enabled Marketplaces with Adam Jackson, Co-Founder and CEO, Braintrust Network 44:26

1y ago44:26

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In this episode of the Ownership Economy, Martin and Jahed connect with Adam Jackson, the Co-Founder and CEO of Braintrust Network. The conversation begins by discussing how to jumpstart network effects in marketplaces using blockchain technologies and marginal stakeholder incentives. Adam then discusses what decentralization really looks like with…

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Ep. 48 Make It a Blockbuster Night 1:01:20

1y ago1:01:20

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Send us a message! Join me and writer/producer Armando Chapman as these two former clerks reminisce about the old days. Remember the magic of walking into a Blockbuster on a Friday night? That familiar scent of popcorn, the neon blue and yellow signage, the rows upon rows of gleaming VHS tapes just waiting to be picked up and taken home for the wee…

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Episode 063 - Creating More Value for More Stakeholders with Tools for Collective Decision-Making with Camille Canon of Apiary.xyz 52:09

1y ago52:09

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In episode 063, Jahed sat down with Camille Canon, founder of Apiary.xyz, and previously founder of Purpose Trust. Camille pioneered the Purpose Trust, a trust built for non-charitable purposes, that creates alternatives for SMEs looking to exit their business whose only option before was PE. Camille talks us through insights learned in the legal e…

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Ep. 47 Blow Up 59:15

1y ago59:15

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Send us a message! RIP Jane Birkin! (episode recorded before news of her passing) Join me and actor/writer Vince Cusimano as we jump into one of the greatest films ever made! Ever found yourself entranced by the hypnotic mystery of a film? Buckle up, because we're about to unravel the iconic masterpiece, Blow Up, a non-Godfather non-birthright movi…

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Ep. 46 Possession 38:36

1y ago38:36

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Send us a message! Join me with filmmakers Brie Williams and Armando Chapman as we discuss the 1981 Andrzej Zulawski mind bending masterpiece. We're about to take you on a wild ride as we dissect the complexity of the 1981 film Possession. This isn't just your average film discussion—we're delving into the nitty-gritty details of the German product…

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Ep. 45 Cannery Row 30:19

1y ago30:19

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Send us a message! Join me and actor/writer Chris Staviski as we discuss this forgotten classic. Ever found yourself lost in the nostalgic beauty of a classic film, or captivated by an unexpected love story set in the heart of World War Two era America? Join us, as we grab the popcorn and journey back in time to the quaint fishing town of Monterey,…

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Episode 062 - Building an Equitable Ownership Economy: Insights from Dr. Corey Rosen on Employee Ownership and ESOPs 57:56

1y ago57:56

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In this episode of the Ownership Economy podcast, we welcome Dr. Corey Rosen, a champion of employee ownership. Dr. Rosen dives into the shortcomings of the current ownership model, marked by opaque practices and short-term horizons. The conversation shifts to Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs), outlining their benefits, limitations, and reason…

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Ep. 44 Fellini's 8 1/2 36:28

1y ago36:28

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Send us a message! Join me today with writer/director Mark Bessenger as we discuss Federico Fellini's masterpiece. Can you imagine watching a classic film, only to discover a crucial scene has been cut? That's what happened to me while streaming The French Connection on Criterion. This alteration of the director's vision left us feeling disappointe…

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Ep. 43 The Misfits 46:26

1y ago46:26

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Send us a message! You might get drunk just watching this movie! Join writer/producer Armando Chapman and me as we talk about this John Huston epic. We also lead in with a little of Henry Hathaway's Niagara. As always... spoilers ahead! Support the Show. Find me on Twitter and Instagram @vitotrabucco or thegatesofcimino.com https://www.buzzsprout.c…

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Episode 061 - Why DAOs (and crypto) need a Policy Platform more than ever, with Nathan Schneider 1:13:14

1y ago1:13:14

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In this episode of the Ownership Economy, Jahed and Martin welcome back Nathan Schneider, a thought leader who enlightened us on the intricacies of platform cooperatives, DAOs, and the burgeoning Ownership Economy in our 2021 conversation. In this episode, we catch up with Nathan to understand the remarkable transformations that have swept these sp…

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Ep. 42 Body Double 1:05:26

1y ago1:05:26

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Send us a message! Get your telescopes out and toast to Hollywood! Join me and actor/writer Vince Cusimano as we discuss one of our favorite films. The 1984 Brian De Palma classic. Show note: Close out song "Have Me Arrested" by Craig Wasson. Support the Show. Find me on Twitter and Instagram @vitotrabucco or thegatesofcimino.com https://www.buzzsp…

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Episode 060 - Expanding Access to Real Estate Ownership with Tokenized Co-living, with Dakotah Apostolou, CEO Cohere Network 1:01:57

1y ago1:01:57

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In episode 060, Martin and Jahed sit down with Dakotah Apostolou, CEO of Cohere Network, to learn how Cohere is expanding access to the real estate asset class by tokenizing equity in a global co-living network. In the conversation, we cover Dakotah’s background training as an architect at Taliesin, The School of Architecture started by Frank Lloyd…

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