Best Sovereign Fund Podcasts (2024)

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Kubi Mensah - Gattaca and the MEV Supply Chain 1:22:55

2m ago1:22:55

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In this episode, we chat with Kubi, co-founder of Gattaca, most well known for its Ethereum block builder Titan. We discuss Gattaca’s journey as a trading firm and how that led them to infrastructure development across the Ethereum MEV supply chain. We then explore their strategic approach to launching Titan Builder in an already competitive builde…

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The Case for ‘Guarded Optimism’ in the Healthcare Sector 23:33

21m ago23:33

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2024 is shaping up to be a surprisingly robust year for private equity deal activity.By Nirad Jain, Kara Murphy

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Guest: Scott Horton - How Ruby Ridge Became the Blueprint for Turning Americans Into Domestic Terrorists 1:11:09

12m ago1:11:09

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On this week’s episode of the Free Thought Project Podcast, Jason and Matt welcome back one of our most respected and returning guests, Scott Horton, for the third time. Scott is the director of the Libertarian Institute, editorial director of Antiwar.com, and the host of Antiwar Radio on Pacifica, 90.7 FM KPFK in Los Angeles, California. He's also…

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Buy-and-Build: Deal Breakers and Deal Makers 19:22

2d ago19:22

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[This series originally aired on November 21, 2019] Absent certain market conditions, buyer beware.By Bain & Company

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Guest: Dylan Allman - Breaking Free from Military Indoctrination & RFK Jr. vs. The Uniparty Regime 1:05:50

3d ago1:05:50

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On this episode of the Free Thought Project Podcast, Jason and Matt sit down with Dylan Allman, a husband, writer, and passionate advocate for liberty. Dylan is a conscientious objector, techno-optimist, and a Hazlitt Apprentice at the Foundation for Economic Education. We dive into Dylan's compelling journey from joining U.S. Army intelligence to …

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The Renewed Urgency of Operational Due Diligence 14:55

11d ago14:55

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[This episode originally aired on March 21, 2023] As margins shrink, private equity houses are rediscovering the vital importance of operational due diligence.By Bain & Company

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Guest: Skot Sheller - Javier Milei: Friend or Foe? A Deep Dive Into His Policies & Politics 1:10:03

8d ago1:10:03

1:10:03

On this week's episode of the Free Thought Project Podcast, Jason and Matt sit down with Skot Sheller, a New Hampshire Free State Project advocate with a wealth of knowledge on Argentinian politics, economy, and culture. Skot’s wife hails from Argentina, and his father-in-law is a PhD Austrian economist, academic, and author in the country. Skot ha…

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The Take-Private Playbook 13:41

22d ago13:41

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A small, but growing cohort of investors are taking mid-sized companies private and driving substantial margin improvements.By Bain & Company

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Guest: Ryan Cristián - Dismantling The Trump Assassination & Israel False Narrative From All Angles 1:06:15

1M ago1:06:15

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On this week's episode of the Free Thought Project Podcast, Jason and Matt sit down with Ryan Cristián from The Last American Vagabond. Cristián is a recent recipient of the Serena Shim Award For Uncompromising Integrity In Journalism and has devoted much of his life to bringing Americans the transparency and accuracy they deserve in media. Because…

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Bhutan’s Multifaceted Approach to Sustainable Development 21:31

15d ago21:31

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This episode of US-Asia Institute's podcast, Asia Unscripted, features Mr. Michael Kugelman, the director of the Wilson Center's South Asia Institute. He is also a columnist for the Foreign Policy Magazine. His primary research projects include geopolitics in South Asia, U.S.-India technology cooperation, and the role of the U.S.-led war in Afghani…

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Honoring Leandra Wai and Sparky Rodrigues 54:19

18d ago54:19

54:19

Each year for Lā Hoʻihoʻi Ea, two people are honored for their activism and commitment to ea. This year, the two honorees are Sparky Rodrigues and his late wife Leandra Wai of Mālama Mākua, who have fought for the care and reclamation of Mākua Valley since 1996. In this special episode, Sparky reflects on his and Leandra’s life, work, and legacy. T…

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Garden Linux 26:45

1M ago26:45

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In this episode, host Karsten Hohage speaks with Florian Wilhelm (SAP) about Project Garden Linux – a lightweight, secure Linux distribution optimized for cloud-native environments and container workloads, offering minimal footprint and high performance. Florian also explains what the ‘new Linux’ is, why it’s needed and why the new Linux is of inte…

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Celebrating Lā Hoʻihoʻi Ea at Thomas Square and Pōkaʻi Bay (2023) 36:52

1M ago36:52

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Lā Hoʻihoʻi Ea is coming up at the end of July! In this special episode from 2023, learn about community celebrations of Lā Hoʻihoʻi Ea, or Sovereignty Restoration Day, in recent years. The 2024 Lā Hoʻihoʻi Ea celebration at Pōkaʻi Bay, Waiʻanae, is on Saturday, July 27, and the celebration at Thomas Square, Honolulu, will be on Sunday, July 28. Co…

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Lā Hoʻihoʻi Ea Honolulu: Visions of a Sovereign Future (2022) 54:31

1M ago54:31

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Lā Hoʻihoʻi Ea is coming up at the end of July! The 2024 LHE celebration at Thomas Square will be on Sunday, July 28. In this episode from 2022, we spoke with organizers of Lā Hoʻihoʻi Ea Honolulu: Imaikalani Winchester, Noelani Goodyear-Kaʻopua, and Mahina Kaomea. LHE Honoluluʻs mission is to provide safe spaces to celebrate Lā Hoʻihoʻi Ea through…

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Guest: Spike Cohen - Why Assange is Free, Trump's 5-D Chess, & Debating David Hogg 1:10:09

1M ago1:10:09

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In this captivating episode of the Free Thought Project podcast, Jason and Don speak with political activist, entrepreneur, and 2020 Libertarian Vice Presidential Candidate, Spike Cohen. Spike shares his thoughts on one of the biggest news stories of the year: Julian Assange's release. We discuss the implications of Assange's guilty plea, including…

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Bain’s 2024 Midyear Private Equity Report: Executive Summary 22:24

2M ago22:24

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Deals and exits are flat, and fundraising is down, but the real story is the tension beneath the numbers. For a deeper discussion, join our live webinar on July 9. Read Bain's 2024 Midyear Private Equity Report, here.By Bain & Company

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A Savvier Approach to Sovereign Wealth Funds 16:30

2M ago16:30

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Karen Khalaf, one of Bain's leading experts in sovereign wealth funds, explains how a little knowledge can go a long way on the fundraising trail.By Karen Khalaf

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Guest: Ian Smith - Why Disobedience is a Virtue, Embracing Anarchy & Finding Your Hill 1:13:45

2M ago1:13:45

1:13:45

In this riveting episode of the Free Thought Project podcast, Jason and Matt sit down with Ian Smith, the co-owner of Atilis Gym in Bellmawr, New Jersey, and the author of "Find Your Hill: Worth Fighting For." Ian gained national attention for his defiant stand against the state's COVID-19 restrictions, keeping his gym open despite the draconian ma…

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Sindhu Krishna: Portfolio resilience and sustainability challenges 19:33

2M ago19:33

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What are the challenges and opportunities in operating a global portfolio? In this episode of the LSEG Sustainable Growth podcast, Sindhu Krishna, Head of Sustainable Investment at Phoenix Group, the UK’s largest long-term savings and retirement business, talks about the importance of sustainability from an asset owner’s perspective, how sustainabi…

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Open Resource Discovery (ORD) 27:58

2M ago27:58

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What is Open Resource Discovery (ORD) and how can it be used and implemented inside SAP and beyond? In this episode, host Karsten Hohage speaks with Simon Heimler (SAP) about Open Resource Discovery (ORD) – a protocol that allows applications and services to self-describe their exposed resources and capabilities. Simon explains in more detail what …

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Josh Lee - Keplr, and the future of Interchain Wallets 52:19

2M ago52:19

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In this episode, we chat with Josh Lee, founder of Keplr. We reminisce about the early days of Keplr, and what building a Korean Crypto company is like. We also touch on the origin story behind Osmosis, and what Josh has learned from being a co-founder of both Keplr and Osmosis. Josh also shares lessons from building an infrastructure company in Cr…

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Guest: Hakeem Anwar - Iphone Vs Android, Windows Vs Mac, What's Worse For Surveillance & Privacy? 1:08:04

2M ago1:08:04

1:08:04

In this episode of the Free Thought Project podcast, Jason and Matt welcome back Hakeem Anwar, the visionary behind the "Take Back Our Tech" initiative. Hakeem is an experienced entrepreneur, founder and CEO of the Above Phone, and proponent of extremely private technology. During our conversation, we delve into the types of surveillance we have to…

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64. Hui Iwi Kuamoʻo: A Case Study of Iwi Kūpuna Repatriation 52:05

3M ago52:05

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In this episode with Hui Iwi Kuamoʻo, Halealoha Ayau and Mana Caceres talk through a case study of a successful repatriation of iwi kūpuna (Hawaiian ancestral bones) from the Duckworth Laboratory at Cambridge University, from first learning about the iwi at Cambridge to their reburial last year. This repatriation was noteworthy as the first ever su…

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Dry Powder: Live from SuperReturn 2024 29:59

2M ago29:59

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Jim Strang, chairman of HgCapital Trust, joins us for a wide-ranging conversation about the future of the private equity industry. If you'd like to stay up to date with my weekly series on LinkedIn, follow me here.By Bain & Company

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Guest: Jeff Charles & Doni The Misfit - Dexter Taylor & NY's Attack on Gun Rights Ignored by Media 1:02:16

2M ago1:02:16

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In this gripping episode of the Free Thought Project podcast, Jason and Matt are joined by Jeff Charles, acclaimed host of "A Fresh Perspective" podcast and political satirist known from Fox News to Newsmax, along with his partner both in life and activism, Doni the Misfit. Today’s conversation takes a hard look at the recent developments within th…

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Justin Keeble: AI for impact, Google’s carbon free push 21:09

3M ago21:09

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In what ways can artificial intelligence help companies address sustainability challenges? In this episode, Justin Keeble, Managing Director for Global Sustainability at Google Cloud delves into Google’s sustainability strategy, why sustainability is a data challenge, and how AI could significantly mitigate climate risk. Justin also explains their …

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Banksy Unmasked 25:44

3M ago25:44

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Psyche! We’re not actually unmasking Banksy on this episode, but we are taking a closer look at the recently-opened museum in New York City dedicated to the famously anonymous street artist/activist. William Meade is the Executive Director of the Banksy Museum in Manhattan and we have no idea if he knows Banksy’s true identity. For all we know he c…

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Kūkulu Exhibit, Part 2: The Occupation of Bachman Hall 43:00

3M ago43:00

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In this two-episode special, we hear from five students active in the 2019 mobilization to protect Mauna Kea from the construction of the Thirty Meter Telescope. Part 2: "The Occupation Bachman Hall" shares the experiences of students who occupied the Board of Regents' office building on the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa campus during the fall 201…

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Rethinking Risk w/ Charlesbank’s Michael Choe 21:45

3M ago21:45

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We explore a fresh approach to modeling and managing risk.By Bain & Company

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Kūkulu Exhibit, Part 1: Students Standing for Mauna Kea 37:37

3M ago37:37

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In this two-episode special, we hear from five students active in the 2019 mobilization to protect Mauna Kea from the construction of the Thirty Meter Telescope. Part 1: "Students Standing for Mauna Kea" focuses on action up on the Mauna during the summer of 2019. These stories were recorded in conjunction with the Kūkulu Exhibit "Hoʻomana" brought…

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LSEG Sustainable Growth trailer 2024 2:01

3M ago2:01

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Listen to this trailer for some highlights from leading experts from Microsoft, Blackrock, Fidelity International and more. Follow to catch the next episode wherever you listen to your podcasts. The LSEG Sustainable Growth Podcast tackles important issues which intersect sustainability and finance, hosted by Jane Goodland, LSEG’s Group Head of Sust…

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abapGit 25:46

3M ago25:46

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Introducing abapGit – an open source Git client. In this Podcast episode, we explain and discuss what abapGit is, how it works, what it’s needed for, and how it can be used. In this episode, host Karsten Hohage speaks with Michael Schneider and Marc Bernard about abapGit – an open source Git client developed for the ABAP server to import and export…

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Dr Celine Herweijer: How HSBC is shaping transition policy 27:29

3M ago27:29

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With around $150 trillion needed in the next three decades across industries and markets to finance the climate transition, how can businesses create an actionable plan? This episode, Dr Celine Herweijer, HSBC's Group Chief Sustainability Officer, explains how HSBC’s transition plan was brought to life, how they aim to meet their climate targets an…

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Anand Gomes - Paradex and the Crypto Derivatives Landscape 59:05

3M ago59:05

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In this episode, we chat with Anand Gomes, founder of Paradigm and Paradex, two different crypto derivatives products. We begin with Anand’s journey as a derivatives trader, which led him to build Paradigm, an institutional block trading platform for crypto options. After the FTX crash, Anand was inspired to create a new decentralized exchange – Pa…

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Guest: Sal The Agorist - Unpacking Pro-Palestinian Protests, Trump Vs RFK & AstraZeneca Cancelled 1:06:09

3M ago1:06:09

1:06:09

Tune in to the latest episode of the Free Thought Project podcast where Jason and Matt reconnect with Sal Mayweather, aka Sal the Agorist. Known for his influential presence as a social media commentator, agorist, cypherpunk, and Rothbardian crypto anarchist, Sal brings a wealth of knowledge and radical insights to the table. His book "Anti Politic…

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Behind the Scenes at HPF: Voices of Our Directors and Grantmakers 10:15

3M ago10:15

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In this special episode, we take a step back and share some of the voices of the HPF board and grantmaking committee whose volunteer service and leadership behind the scenes is crucial to the work. We ask them: why do you choose to serve with HPF? Mahalo to these directors and grantmakers for sharing their voices: Ashley Galacgac, Hina Kaʻōpua-Cano…

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Art Fair Diaries: Chicago 22:51

4M ago22:51

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On the final installment of our ART FAIR DIARIES trilogy, Philbrook Chief Curator and roving MC correspondent, Kate Green takes us to the land of John Hughes movies and deep-dish pizza. Welcome to EXPO CHICAGO.By Philbrook Museum of Art

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Exit Strategies w/ Thoma Bravo’s Holden Spaht 11:57

4M ago11:57

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In part two of our series, Thoma Bravo’s leading enterprise software investor explains how they continue to find exit opportunities and source new deals.By Bain & Company

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Tim Hodgson: Systemic risk and the future of the investment industry 27:08

4M ago27:08

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Will sustainability fundamentally change the shape of the investment industry? In this episode, Tim Hodgson, Co- Founder of the Thinking Ahead Institute, chats with us about the institute’s mission and their aim to change the investment industry for the end user by focusing on sustainability & long-term investing. We hear about the importance of wo…

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Guest: Aaron Day - CBDC Rollout Hits DEFCON 1 & Roger Ver’s Arrest is Just the Beginning 1:08:15

4M ago1:08:15

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Join Jason and Matt on the Free Thought Project podcast as they host Aaron R. Day, an experienced entrepreneur, investor, and passionate advocate for freedom and individual liberty. With a rich background in e-commerce, healthcare, blockchain, AI, and clean technology, and recognitions from major news outlets like Forbes, The Wall Street Journal, a…

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63. Kaiāulu ʻo Kahaluʻu: Restoring the Kahaluʻu Loʻi 41:44

4M ago41:44

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In this episode, hear updates about the restoration of Kahaluʻu Loʻi with Phillip Kapu and Aimee Sato from Kaiāulu ʻo Kahaluʻu. Kaiāulu ʻo Kahaluʻu is a grassroots hui created to serve, organize, and uplift community voices of the Kahalu’u ahupuaʻa on Oʻahuʻs windward side. Currently, their primary focus is the restoration of the Kahalu’u Lo’i, hos…

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Asia Unscripted: Cambodia's Approach to Climate Change: A Deep Dive Into their Environmental Policies 33:56

4M ago33:56

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This episode of US-Asia Institute's podcast, Asia Unscripted, features Dr. Courtney Work, who is an Associate Professor at National Chengchi Univeristy. Before joining National Chengchi University, Dr. Work completed her PhD at Cornell University, in Ithaca, NY in 2014, after which she spent five years on a research post-doc with the Institute for …

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When the Dam Breaks on Tech Deals w/ Thoma Bravo’s Holden Spaht 22:31

4M ago22:31

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We ask one of Thoma Bravo’s leading enterprise software investors why 2023 could be a “significantly better” year for deal making.By Bain & Company

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Guest: Jeremy Kauffman - Using Provocation to Build A Libertarian Homeland & Why It's Crucial 1:09:16

4M ago1:09:16

1:09:16

In this thought-provoking episode of the Free Thought Project podcast, hosts Jason and Matt sit down with Jeremy Kauffman, an American entrepreneur and fervent political activist known for his pioneering work in blockchain technology with the creation of LBRY, a decentralized file-sharing platform. Kauffman, also a notable figure in the Libertarian…

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The Things We Keep 38:11

4M ago38:11

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Acclaimed artist Chris Ramsay’s work deals with big, universal subjects: time, space, impermanence, what we discard, and what we choose to keep. Now, after receiving an incurable cancer diagnosis, Chris is confronting the biggest questions of all.By Philbrook Museum of Art

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Alison Taylor: The evolving role of the Chief Sustainability Officer 27:07

4M ago27:07

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How can a Chief Sustainability Officer role become more influential? In the latest episode of the LSEG Sustainable Growth podcast, Alison Taylor, Clinical Associate Professor at NYU Stern School of Business, discusses the four key changes needed for the role of the Chief Sustainability Officer (CSO), avoiding siloed thinking around sustainability a…

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Guest: Austin Petersen - The Future of The Libertarian Party, Direct Action & Culture Jamming 1:25:39

4M ago1:25:39

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In this riveting episode of the Free Thought Project Podcast, hosts Jason and Matt are joined by Austin Petersen, the dynamic host of the Wake Up America show and 2016 runner-up for the Libertarian Party's presidential nomination. Today's discussion dives deep into the turbulent waters of infighting within the Libertarian Party, exploring its histo…

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Data-Driven Impact Investing w/ Bridgespan’s William Foster 17:15

4M ago17:15

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Private equity firms are developing measures of success that go far beyond carbon footprints.By Bain & Company

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62. Kahaluʻu Kūāhewa: Reconnecting Kānaka to ʻĀina in Kona 36:57

4M ago36:57

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In this interview with Jesse Kekoa Kahoʻonei and Kim Kahoʻonei from Kahaluʻu Kūāhewa, we hear updates on their ʻāina restoration and community education work in the ahupuaʻa of Kahaluʻu in Kona, Hawaiʻi. Kahalu’u Kūāhewa is based in one of Konaʻs largest intact traditional agricultural field systems preserved within a 354-acre area owned by Bishop …

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Cem Özer - Sovereign Labs, Rollups, and Appchains 55:27

4M ago55:27

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In this episode, we chat with Cem Ozer, founder of Sovereign Labs. We begin with Cem’s personal journey in crypto, and how this experience led him to build Sovereign Labs. We then discuss how developers evaluate the many permutations of rollups and blockchain frameworks available today, and where Sovereign Labs fits into this landscape. We dive int…

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