Best Ritalin Podcasts (2024)

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It Sounds Like Cisco May Need Some Ritalin - NC2C012 43:12

21d ago43:12

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Is the future of cloud networking already here? Discover the breakthrough features of AWS CloudWan's service insertion, poised to redefine traffic redirection through security stacks. We'll look at its potential to enhance functionality and user control, drawing parallels to the Transit Gateway service inspection. We also honor the legacy of networ…

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How Do You Build a Hybrid Home Lab? - C2C037 41:54

10h ago41:54

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Unlock the secrets to building a hybrid home lab that seamlessly integrates local hardware with public cloud resources. Join us as we chat with Matt Elliott, who takes us on an inspiring journey from his early ideas in 2018 to his current sophisticated setup. Matt shares the pivotal moments that transitioned him from clunky physical servers to effi…

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Can Safe Superintelligence Save Us From Ourselves? - NC2C013 35:20

7d ago35:20

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Can AI development truly prioritize human safety, and what groundbreaking solutions are transforming cloud connectivity? In this week's episode of Cables2Clouds, we promise to unravel these compelling questions. We begin by examining how Aviatrix's latest innovation, the AWS Cloud WAN Connector, simplifies multi-cloud networking. Learn how this too…

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How JadaL Pioneered Arabic Rock From Jordan 57:59

7d ago57:59

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Mahmoud Radaideh is a Jordanian songwriter, guitarist, music producer and vocalist, and the frontman and founder of Jordanian rock band JadaL. Connect with Mahmoud 👉https://www.instagram.com/mahmoud_radaideh JadaL is a Jordanian Arabic Rock Band formed in 2003 by Mahmoud Radaideh. To date, the band has released four albums. Their most recent album …

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The Strengths and Challenges of Azure Networking - C2C036 53:22

14d ago53:22

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Curious about how Azure stacks up against AWS and Google in the cloud networking arena? Join us as we host Brian "Woody" Woodworth, a seasoned expert in Azure networking, who unveils the nuances of Microsoft's mighty global network. From its robust backbone and unique Anycast public IPs to the strategic advantages of Microsoft's data centers, we co…

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Is There a Sound That's Unique to Arab America? | Ronnie Malley 56:12

21d ago56:12

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Ronnie Malley is a Palestinian-American multi-instrumentalist musician on oud, guitar, keys, and percussion, a music producer, theater maker, and educator. He is also executive director of Intercultural Music Production. Malley’s professional work and academic research focuses on cultures and various musical styles from the Middle East, North Afric…

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Navigating AI Advancements in Network Engineering - C2C035 49:43

28d ago49:43

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Discover the captivating journey of John Capobianco from the factory floor to the forefront of AI technology at Cisco on this episode of Cables2Clouds. John shares his inspiring path, detailing how his early fascination with technology and subsequent mastery of programming languages like Ansible and Python laid the groundwork for his current role i…

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C2C Fortnightly News: You Wouldn't TRUST A Deepfake, Would You? - NC2C011 37:21

1M ago37:21

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Ever wondered what it’s like to attend one of the biggest cybersecurity conferences in the world? Join us as Tim shares his exhilarating experience at the RSA conference, a spectacle even grander than Cisco Live. This episode uncovers the latest innovations and trends in cybersecurity, from the importance of telemetry data collection to the buzz ar…

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Behind the Scenes: Alternative Music in Beirut | Fadi Tabbal 1:03:51

1M ago1:03:51

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Fadi Tabbal is a Lebanese musician, producer and sound engineer often referred to as "the hardest-working man in Lebanon's alternative music scene." He established Tunefork Studios in 2006 and has produced and recorded some of the most renowned Lebanese and international acts in the contemporary music scene in Lebanon today. Connect with Fadi 👉 htt…

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#147: The Opium of the Masses 22:50

1M ago22:50

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Email us at DrJunkieShow@gmail.com This week I talk about Karl Marx's claim that religion is the opium of the masses. I also talk about Friedrich Engels's concept of exploitation by wage labor, Friedrich Hegel's dialectics, capitalism, globalization, and the religious values of different eras (and why they always align with economic values of that …

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Kubernetes Networking for Network Engineers - C2C034 53:02

1M ago53:02

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What if the future of cloud-native networking could revolutionize everything you thought you knew about Kubernetes? Join us on this episode of Cables 2 Clouds as we continue our "Cloud Demystified" series with a deep dive into Kubernetes networking. We're thrilled to have Nicolas Vibert, a seasoned pro from Isovalent with nearly two decades of expe…

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You Can Quit If You Want To, You Can Leave AI Behind - NC2C010 36:21

2M ago36:21

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Get ready to navigate the clouds with a twist of humor and a dash of expertise! This episode is your ticket to the latest industry shakeup as AWS welcomes Matt Garman as its new CEO. We're unpacking the seismic effects of Adam Selipsky's departure, and you're invited to join us on a spirited jaunt through the implications for Amazon's cloud behemot…

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Palestinian Hip-Hop Artist The Synaptik | Quitting Ritalin & Making Music 1:23:45

2M ago1:23:45

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Laith Hasan, better known as The Synaptik, is a Celebrated Palestinian-Jordanian rapper and hip-hop artist with shows selling out worldwide. He started writing music since he was 17 and living in Jordan and finally moved to Palestine where he currently resides. His albums include Al Qamar Wal Moheet, Ma Qabl Al Tawafan, and Om Al Mawjat. Connect wi…

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#146: Life in Guy Debord's Society of the Spectacle (pt 2) 22:58

2M ago22:58

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Email us at DrJunkieShow@gmail.com This week I dive back into some philosophical theory related to why we are so prone to struggle with anxiety, addiction and alienation in today's world. Guy Debord wrote The Society of the Spectacle more than 50 years ago, and in it he explained the current state of so-called "Western Cultures" as having moved fro…

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Cloud is Dead, Long Live Cloud - C2C033 51:33

2M ago51:33

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Embark on an insightful expedition as we unravel the complexities of cloud repatriation and its ripple effects across the IT universe. This episode of Cables to Clouds promises a deep dive into why companies are summoning workloads back to their own lair from the public cloud domains. With the expertise of our hosts and the renowned Ethan Banks fro…

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#145: Addiction, Ideology & the Society of the Spectacle 27:34

2M ago27:34

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Email us at DrJunkieShow@gmail.com This week I dive back into some philosophical theory related to why we are so prone to struggle with anxiety, addiction and alienation in today's world. Guy Debord wrote The Society of the Spectacle more than 50 years ago, and in it he explained the current state of so-called "Western Cultures" as having moved fro…

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C2C Fortnightly News: Ansible and Terraform, Sitting in a Tree... - NC2C009 36:27

2M ago36:27

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Unlock the story behind IBM's bold play in acquiring HashiCorp, a move that's sent shockwaves through the tech sector. We pull back the curtain to reveal what this means for industry consolidation and how IBM's bet on HashiCorp's varied offerings, from Terraform to Vault, could be a game-changer for their private cloud ambitions. And with cloud gia…

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Kareem Roustom | Defining Classical Arabic Music with the Emmy-Nominated Composer 1:08:34

2M ago1:08:34

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Kareem Roustom is a Syrian-American composer whose genre-crossing collaborations include music commissioned by conductor Daniel Barenboim and the West-Eastern Divan Orchestra, the Kronos Quartet, arrangements for pop icons Shakira and Tina Turner, as well as a recent collaboration with acclaimed British choreographer Shobana Jeyasingh. A musically …

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Google Cloud Next '24 Recap - C2C032 42:06

2M ago42:06

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Could the AI revolution be the key that unlocks a new era in cloud service adoption and developer preferences? We're slicing through the hype to bring you the real scoop from Google Cloud Next, contrasting it with Amazon's Q announcement. Join Alex, Chris and Tim as we shed light on groundbreaking AI developments like the Gemini 1.5 Pro model, whic…

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#144: C. Dreams Free at Last (Dr. Christina Perez) 1:09:04

3M ago1:09:04

1:09:04

Email us at DrJunkieShow@gmail.com C. Dreams, Dr. Christina Perez's moniker while incarcerated, joins me today to talk about addiction, recovery, reentry, education, stigma, social movement, reappropriation, colorism, plus she shares her story of doing interviews (including for this show) on a contraband cell phone smuggled into her prison cell. Ch…

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C2C Fortnightly News: The Rise of Daddy Networks - NC2C008 35:10

3M ago35:10

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Prepare to be wowed as we unveil the game-changing Cisco HyperShield, a marvel of Cisco’s recent foray into eBPF enabled applications and distributed security architecture. Discover the power of this innovative tool, which has transformed the isovalent acquisition into a cornerstone of modern cybersecurity. In today’s episode, we dissect the shadow…

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Best Buzuq Players of All Time | Farah Kaddour 56:58

3M ago56:58

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Farah Kaddour is a Beirut-based musician and researcher. She holds a master’s degree in Musicology from the Antonine University. She works mainly in the field of folk and classical Arabic music, and attempts to rediscover and experiment with the sound of the Buzq by shedding light on the intersection between the identity of its sound, and the ident…

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Palestinian Hip Hop From Lydda to the World | DAM 59:17

3M ago59:17

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DAM is a Palestinian hip-hop group founded in 1999 by brothers Tamer and Suheil Nafar. Maysa Daw joined in 2015. Connect with DAM 👉 https://www.instagram.com/dampalestine/?hl=en Connect with Tamer 👉 https://www.instagram.com/tamer_nafar/?hl=en Connect with Maysa 👉 https://www.instagram.com/maysadaw/?hl=en Sole DXB is an annual footwear, music, art,…

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From DevNet to Yoga, Balancing Tech and Mental Wellness with Stuart Clark - C2C031 54:13

3M ago54:13

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When Stuart Clark, AWS's Senior Developer Advocate, sat with us at Cables2Clouds, he didn't just bring stories from his journey through the tech realms of Cisco and AWS. He brought a whirlwind of insights on productivity, the rigor of technical writing, and a testament to crafting a DevNet Associate study guide in a record four days. Our own tech a…

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#143: Cults, Drugs & The 12-Step Success Story 30:15

3M ago30:15

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Email us at DrJunkieShow@gmail.com This week I revisit a topic I've discussed repeatedly on this show: the reported success rates of 12-Step programs like AA and NA. I talk about the reason these programs persist as the norm despite an odd lack of data to verify their success, and I walk through the reasons AA and other 12-Step programs are highly …

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Third Culture Music: Belonging Beyond Geographies | Oddisee 51:45

3M ago51:45

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At Sole DXB in December 2023, Oddisee joined afikra on stage for a live episode of Quartertones. Using his music as an entryway, this conversation journeys from D.C. to NYC all the way to Sudan. We learn about Oddisee's musical influences and how he blends soundscapes from iconic musical eras and his own heritage. With each musical interlude, we di…

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C2C Fortnightly News: Suing OpenTofu? That's Not Vegan, Bro - NC2C007 25:30

3M ago25:30

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Prepare to navigate the stormy legal seas with HashiCorp as they face off against OpenTofu in a battle that could set new precedents for open-source software. In this episode, we'll peel back the layers of their heated lawsuit, sparked by a license change and accusations of code pilfering. With the help of industry insiders speaking off the record,…

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Bridging Networks and Platforms: A Deep Dive into Platform Engineering with Chris Wahl - C2C030 36:23

3M ago36:23

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Unlock the transformative power of platform engineering with our guest Chris Wahl from Slalom, as we navigate the merging of network infrastructure and platform development. Our discussion peels back the layers of traditional enterprise structures, revealing how dynamic platform teams can push the envelope of productivity, ensuring that product tea…

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#142: Where's my Adderall, Ritalin & Opioids? 25:10

3M ago25:10

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Email us at DrJunkieShow@gmail.com This week I talk about the medication shortages across the United States. Drugs used to treat ADHD, chronic pain, and other conditions have been in short supply lately for reasons unexplained. Different groups have blamed the shortage on one anther: the manufacturers blame the DEA, while the DEA blames manufacture…

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C2C Fortnightly News: Cloud Disruptions and Strategic Acquisitions - NC2C006 28:47

4M ago28:47

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Unlock the future of tech with us as Chris ventures to Sellersburg, Indiana, where he joins forces with tech guru Will Collins. We proceed to demystify the latest cloud infrastructure advances. From Cisco's strategic acquisition of Splunk to the European Data Act's impact on big players like AWS, GCP, and Azure, this episode promises cutting-edge i…

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#141: The Panopticon 32:40

4M ago32:40

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Email us at DrJunkieShow@gmail.com This week I wrap up a multi-part discussion of Foucault's theories of panoptic power, institutional knowledge, and discourses used to endorse awful ideas and beliefs about drugs and drug users. I also talk about Michel Foucault's car accident while high on opium, the notion of panoptic power, Jeremy Bentham's pano…

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Can Beirut's Haunted Buildings Help It Heal From Its Civil War? | Mayssa Jallad 1:10:22

4M ago1:10:22

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In this episode of Quartertones, musician, architect and urban researcher Mayssa Jallad joins us in the afikra studio in Beirut to talk about her latest, deeply researched work “Marjaa: Battle of the Hotels”. The album brings together her passion for music and her background in urban research and architectural history. She recounts her interest in …

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Reflecting on a Year of Cloud Networking with Cables2Clouds - C2C029 1:02:24

4M ago1:02:24

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Celebrate with us as we toast to a full year of cloud conversations and networking know-how on Cables2Clouds. Your hosts, Alex, Chris, and Tim, along with returning favorites and new voices, navigate the evolving landscape of cloud technology and its impact on our daily work. Expect heartfelt thanks for your engagement and influence over the past y…

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#140: Captured Words/Free Thoughts, 20th Anniversary 51:27

4M ago51:27

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Email us at DrJunkieShow@gmail.com Captured Words/Free Thoughts is an annual, non-profit publication packed with art, poetry and prose inspired and written inside US prisons. Every year a group of volunteers records some of the submissions in audio form to share with the world. An online version of the full magazine (and all previous volumes) is he…

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C2C Fortnightly News: Try Try Try to Understand... He's a Magic WAN - NC2C005 30:54

4M ago30:54

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Has Cloudflare just brewed the perfect storm in multi-cloud networking with their latest acquisition of Nefeli, or is there a chance they've bitten off more than they can chew by challenging competitors like Alkira and Aviatrix? Strap in as we dissect the tech giant's integration of Magic Cloud Networking into the Cloudflare One platform and weigh …

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#139: We Couldn't Build it Worse if we Tried 27:37

4M ago27:37

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Email us at DrJunkieShow@gmail.com If we wanted to design a culture from the ground up to maximize both the potential and severity of addiction, we would build it exactly like the United States today. Once upon a time, humans received contentment and fulfilment from their work, and they often went home feeling connected to their communities and ide…

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From Aks'ser to Rayess Bek | Rayess Bek 1:15:49

4M ago1:15:49

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In this episode of Quartertones, we sat down with Rayess Bek, aka Wael Kodeih, to talk about his varied and vibrant musical career. As we traverse his music projects, personas and styles from over the years, the conversation explores Kodeih's relationship with Lebanon, hip hop, history, war and colonialism. We listen to tracks from his beginnings w…

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Unraveling the Maze of Cloud Certification with ExamPro's Andrew Brown - C2C028 49:40

4M ago49:40

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Uncover the inner workings of cloud certification with Andrew Brown, the mastermind behind ExamPro's sought-after courses, as he joins us to weigh in on the contentious industry practices that may be casting shadows on third-party creators like himself. Amidst the growing push by cloud heavyweights to promote in-house educational resources, Andrew …

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Arabic Music in the Age of Digital Distribution | Ghaliaa 51:02

4M ago51:02

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On this episode of Quartertones, up-and-coming musician Ghaliaa discusses her love for music, career to date, and finding inspiration in non-fiction. She talks about her childhood, how she came to be so multi-instrumental, and who her Arabic music inspirations are. Ghaliaa also reflects on the influence of TikTok and other social media on the music…

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C2C Fortnightly News: What Do We Do With All This Money?! - NC2C004 29:23

4M ago29:23

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Will Broadcom's bold move with VMware's licensing leave your budget on cloud nine or bring it crashing back down to earth? This episode is a whirlwind tour through the cost conundrum shaking the foundations of VMware Cloud Foundation's license portability, and we do it all with the cheeky banter you've come to love. Plus, we're not shy about callin…

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A Journey Through Arabic Percussion | Karim Nagi 49:31

5M ago49:31

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In this episode of Quartertone, Karim Nagi takes us on a journey into the world of Arabic percussion and rhythm. He talks about his experience as a musician and how the arts – and percussion in particular – have helped him embrace and grow into his own Arab identity. He shares his advice for musicians who are just embarking on their own journeys, a…

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Ep 27 - Insights from a Cloud Therapist with Chris Williams - C2C027 46:19

5M ago46:19

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Discover how a once budding psychologist turned tech maestro is revolutionizing cloud advocacy with humor and humanity. Chris Williams, affectionately known across the digital landscape as Mist Wire, joins our podcast for an enthralling adventure from the tactile world of cables to the ethereal realms of the cloud. With a tale that starts with Doom…

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#138: Drugs and Addiction in a Neoliberal Oligarchy 28:15

5M ago28:15

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Email us at DrJunkieShow@gmail.com This week I dive into neoliberalism and oligarchy, 2 systems the USA has repeatedly rejected despite their current resurgence of late. The war on drugs is part of a larger move to privatize public systems like medicine, post office services or policing, and to allow profiteering by rich folks who can step in to pr…

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Sofiane Saidi & Nesrine at Habibi Festival 2023 | Quartertones Live at Joe's Pub 24:52

5M ago24:52

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We partnered with Habibi Festival for a six-night celebration of ancient + contemporary sounds from Lebanon, Tunisia, Syria, Morocco, Palestine, Algeria and more! It all took place from October 1-7 at Joe's Pub in NYC. Each night we taped live conversations with the artists on stage. This special Quartertones episode is the last of six featuring a …

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C2C Fortnightly News: Who Doesn't Love a Good Press Release? - NC2C003 24:54

5M ago24:54

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Imagine the cybersecurity world turned on its head as a cloud security startup notches a jaw-dropping $10 billion valuation. That's where Wiz stands now, and today we're breaking down their recent $300 million windfall, what it signals for the future of cyber threats, and the potential for artificial intelligence to change the game. We're also weig…

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Clarissa Bitar & Sofiane Saidi at Habibi Festival 2023 | Quartertones Live at Joe's Pub 1:02:59

5M ago1:02:59

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We partnered with Habibi Festival for a six-night celebration of ancient + contemporary sounds from Lebanon, Tunisia, Syria, Morocco, Palestine, Algeria and more! It all took place from October 1-7 at Joe's Pub in NYC. Each night we taped live conversations with the artists on stage. This special Quartertones episode is the fifth of six, featuring …

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Ep 26 - Unpacking Tech Layoffs with Joe Onisick - C2C026 46:50

5M ago46:50

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Prepare to confront the stark realities of the tech industry's upheaval as we're joined by Joe Onisick of Transformation Continuum. We dissect the chilling wave of layoffs and the toxicity that follows, scrutinizing the mishandling of transitions from remote to office work that have thrown many employees into chaos. Joe offers a critical perspectiv…

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#137: Foucault on Drugs 25:01

5M ago25:01

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Email us at DrJunkieShow@gmail.com Why do humans have such an odd fascination with criminals and outlaws? What happened to all the kings and queens who used to be in charge of everything...where did they go? Why? And what does any of this have to do with drugs? In this episode I pick up where I left off last time by introducing Michel Foucault's co…

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Nesrine & Bab L' Bluz at Habibi Festival 2023 | Quartertones Live at Joe's Pub 31:05

5M ago31:05

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We partnered with Habibi Festival for a six-night celebration of ancient + contemporary sounds from Lebanon, Tunisia, Syria, Morocco, Palestine, Algeria and more! It all took place from October 1-7 at Joe's Pub in NYC. Each night we taped live conversations with the artists on stage. This special Quartertones episode is the fourth of six, featuring…

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C2C Fortnightly News: Frontier/Nile partnership, Equinix Cloud Router, and US Policy Moves - NC2C002 25:37

5M ago25:37

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Prepare to navigate the ever-shifting seas of network infrastructure with us as we chart a course through the recently announced partnership between Frontier Communications and Nile's network-as-a-service. We're unboxing the mechanics behind Nile's service model and assessing how this alliance could revolutionize the managed service realm for enter…

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