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Rich Stein, a long time standup comic, took a few years off the road to teach high school, get married, and have a kid. Now, retired from teaching, he is back on stages and reconnecting with old friends and trying to Catch up with Comedians. Plenty of funny stories, anecdotes and tributes to the greats both famous and infamous!
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Host Steve Stein interviews various best-selling authors, experts, and thought leaders in the self-help community and helps bring their messages down to 'street level' to make these vital concepts accessible to every day people. In this day of digital overload, it’s hard to string together even two moments of mindfulness. Each week, join Steve Stein, a long time member of the personal development community, as he interviews best-selling authors for practical ideas and concepts on mindful liv ...
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The Buzz: The JJA Podcast

The Jazz Journalists Association

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The Jazz Journalists Association is a membership organization founded in 1986. We promote the creation and dissemination of accurate, ethical, informed journalism on all jazz’s genres, and encourage innovative use of media to spur the growth, development and education of audiences for jazz. Public programs include Seeing Jazz Photography Master Classes, The Buzz podcast, celebrations of Jazz Heroes and Jazz Awards, and the website JJANews.org. Theme "Big Vic" composed by John Michaels Featur ...
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Five-time winner of Best Education Podcast in the Podcast Awards. Grammar Girl provides short, friendly tips to improve your writing and feed your love of the English language. Whether English is your first language or your second language, these grammar, punctuation, style, and business tips will make you a better and more successful writer. Grammar Girl is a Quick and Dirty Tips podcast.
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As a bestselling author, speaker and one of the greatest interviewers of this generation, Cal Fussman has sat down with some of the world’s most influential individuals: Muhammad Ali, Mikhail Gorbachev, Serena Williams, Jeff Bezos, Jack Welch, John Wooden, Al Pacino and hundreds of others, digging deep into their hearts and delivering their wisdom to the rest of the world. Now, in Big Questions, Cal continues his journey. Uncovering the heart, head, and soul of his guests in thoughtful, deep ...
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Introducing “Going Forward,” formerly known as “The AdCast” with Eric Elliott, the podcast that uncovers extraordinary individuals creating a better working world. Join Eric as he delves into the personal journeys of visionaries, change-makers, and innovators. Experience Moving Conversations with entrepreneurs and leaders that inspire, motivate, and challenge you to embrace possibility and make a difference.
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Each episode finds Rob Jeppsen and guest diving into the biggest question in business: How do you create predictable, repeatable, and scalable success? They discuss tactics and practices that the best sales leaders use to drive head-turning success. Rob lets you know what you can expect from each episode and gives you his promise: you'll leave each episode with new ideas to help you drive high growth with your team.
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Zane Lamprey (star of shows on Netflix, NatGeo, Food Network, and Travel Channel) hosts Crafts & Crafts, where he is joined by celebrities as they enjoy craft beer and make arts and crafts! Each weekly episode features a different celebrity guest as they explore new craft beers and attempt unique arts and crafts! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/zanelamprey/support
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You can’t trust anyone. Particularly not author, entertainer and collector of scams Nicholas J. Johnson. Scamapalooza attempts to separate facts from fraud as Nicholas explores the worlds of deception, illusion and swindles with the rogue's gallery of writers, magicians, comedians and confidence artists that are his guests. For business inquiries, topic suggestions, and guest proposals, email info@conman.com.au. “Nicholas J. Johnson is the man to talk to about scams.” - ABC Statewide Drive V ...
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Too many business owners are stuck trying to do everything themselves and their businesses are suffering as a result. The SCALEit Method® teaches you how to get unstuck, reach the next level in business, and scale beyond 8-figures. All business owners face similar challenges when it comes to growth, and on this podcast, Allison Maslan delivers the tactics you need to get unstuck, reach the next level in business, and scale beyond 8-figures.
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Digital Photography Life

Michael Stein & Scott Sherman

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What is the best lens to use if you are shooting a portrait? Is now a good time to buy a new DSLR or should you wait for whatever is coming next? What software makes the most of your photos and is it worth the price? Which products and accessories must you have in your camera bag, and which can you avoid? What are the best resources for digital camera reviews and price comparisons? If you have ever asked questions like those, you will find the answers on Digital Photography Life: Make Every ...
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Comedian Steve Mazan has fit a lot of living into his 25 year career. Hailing from The Hanover Park section of Chicago, and inspired by SNL, Richard Pryor and other greats he went after his dream to be a stand up comic. His career was moving along nicely when at age 34 he was given the scary diagnosis of stage four liver cancer. Being always the po…
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Annie Mosbacher is the co-founder and Chief Strategy Officer for Decoded Strategies. Annie is an expert in maximizing the impact of the intersection points between Sales and Marketing. She’s helped scale organizations from zero to over $50MM ARR in a number of different organizations. Annie co-founded Decoded Strategies to help teams communicate mo…
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980. This week, I talk with with Anne Curzan about the fascinating world of language evolution, her new book, "Says Who? A Kinder, Funner Usage Guide for Everyone Who Cares About Language," and why linguists should take marketing tips from Apple and why Ben Franklin thought the word "colonize" was bad. | Edited transcript with links: https://gramma…
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Kat Simmons is a 32 year veteran of the international comedy club circuit. She has appeared on numerous comedy shows on television such as Comedy Tonight and Candid Camera. Her clean and conversational style have made her a regular top draw on the corporate circuit both as a keynote speaker and a person who can connect with a specific group and get…
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Con Chapman is author of "Kansas City Jazz: A Little Evil Will Do You Good," a nominee for Book of the Year in the 2024 Jazz Journalists Association Jazz Awards. He speaks with Bob Blumenthal, chair of the Book Awards committee and board member of the JJA.By The Jazz Journalists Association
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979. In the first segment, we unravel the mysteries surrounding the origins and transformation of punctuation. From the early days when words ran together without spaces, to the introduction of punctuation systems by scholars like Aristophanes, we explore how punctuation has played a pivotal role in shaping written communication. In the second segm…
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The world has never moved faster than it’s about to with the emergence of AI. What does this mean for all of us? So many businesses in the past didn’t jump into the future because they wanted to protect the present – and suffered for it. Many have gone out of business. Cal speaks with the author of Leaders Leap for advice on how we all should be th…
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978. Join Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and bestselling author, Charles Duhigg, as we talk about mastering the art of communication and his new book, "Supercommunicators." We explore the skills anyone (yes, you!) can learn to become a powerful communicator. Learn about the science behind effective communication, from NASA's emotional intelligen…
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Steve Brossman is one of the top advisors to salespeople and sales leaders in the world. He helps teams differentiate and create game-changing strategies to help teams differentiate and cut through the noise of an increasingly crowded world. Steve has worked with leadership teams in 15 countries and has trained over 65,000 salespeople. He also is a…
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977. This week, we cover the latest AP Stylebook updates that were just revealed at the ACES conference. From the switch to Merriam-Webster to easing up on the word "unique," we look at what these changes mean for writers and editors. Plus, we explore "catawampus" thanks to its cameo in the "Curb Your Enthusiasm" finale. Learn about its quirky orig…
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Cal learns about the creation of Esco’s World Famous Apple Cobbler Pie through a story that showcases how we can all get the most out of our errors. Esco’s backstory is a treasure trove of wisdom for any entrepreneur, and an inspiration for anyone with an impactful idea. Listen up, and you’ll soon be getting the most out of your own mistakes. And p…
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Easily Slip Into Another World is Pulitzer Prize-winning composer/reeds and winds instrumentalist/bandleader Henry Threadgill's vivid autobiography, co-authored by Brent Hayes Edwards, a literary scholar teaching at Columbia University. Edwards is interviewed by JJA board member Bob Blumenthal, chair of the nominating committee for JJA Jazz Books o…
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John Kaplan is one of the most influential people in sales. He is the President and Managing Partner of Force Management. For over 20 years, John and the Force team have helped organizations drive profitable AND predictable growth by training their sales and customer facing teams. John and his team that brought us tools like MEDDIC. They have worke…
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976. How have our pets influenced the way we use language? This week, we dive into the "cativerse" and explore the vocabulary, grammar, and spelling habits of our furry friends. From LOLcats to doggo dialects, discover the linguistic wonders of how we talk about our beloved pets. Plus, don't get tripped up by "imply" versus "infer." In the second s…
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Comedian Keith Ross Nelson joins Rich to talk about his early years in track and field and trying out his comedy in college lecture classes. Keith discusses over thirty years of touring, including funny stories about legendary road warriors and his current work producing, acting and writing for series and comedy specials.…
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Rhythm Man: Chick Webb and the Beat That Changed America is an in-depth look at highly influential and popular, 'til now under-celebrated bandleader, by Ms. Crease, whose prior books are lively portraits of Duke Ellington and Gil Evans. Bob Blumenthal, critic, author (Saxophone Colossus: A Portrait of Sonny Rollins) chairs the Jazz Journalists Asso…
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Dacy Corlee is the Vice President of Sales at the Tile Shop. For 22 years Dacy has helped build the tile shop into what is now one of the largest and fastest growing retailers of manufactured and natural stone tiles in North America…with over 140 locations across 31 states in the United States. As they’ve found ways to keep growing faster and more …
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Enter the $100 Amazon Gift Card Giveaway here!: https://vipmarketing.com/going-forward In Episode 96 of The Going Forward Podcast, we're joined by Steve Smaridge, an elite sales coach at Closers.io, to explore a variety of critical topics for personal and professional growth. This episode dives into the importance of discipline, critiques the lack …
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975. This week, I learned all about audiobook narration from David H. Lawrence XVII, who is launching a new program called "Narrate Your Own Book." If you've ever dreamed of being a narrator, this episode is for you! And if you're a self-published author who has always wanted to narrate your own audiobook (or feel like you should), this episode is …
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Cal talks with a coach who has turned his love for basketball into guidance for all of us in our work and personal lives. After learning from, and coaching many NBA greats, Alan has concluded that sustained growth comes down to five factors: self-awareness passion, discipline, coachability and confidence. This boils down to staying curious about ou…
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Slade Ham is here to discuss his comedy special that airs on YouTube on 4/2/24. We discuss his journey from South Texas to 44 USO Tours covering 60 countries and six continents. A powerful, high energy comic who wears many hats, also executive produced and filmed Andy Huggins comedy special currently streaming as well as appearing in Jordan Brady's…
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Casey’s legendary ingenuity and passion inspired his grandson Arlon Casey Jones to follow in his footsteps. Casey built his last still in 1967. AJ used that still, which is on display in the Casey Jones Distillery Lounge, as a guide to build the still we use today. As our Master Distiller, AJ handcrafts every batch of Casey Jones spirits using a re…
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Brandon Bornancin is the founder and CEO of Seamless.ai. Seamless has helped over 1 million salespeople find leads and contacts that convert. Brandon REJOINS the show today as a rare 3-time repeat guest and shares the power of Going All In…as a Leader, as an Individual, in Business, and in Life. Brandon shows up with his trademark high energy and o…
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974. How does aging affect our ability to understand language? From the challenges of processing complex sentences to the resilience you get from a rich vocabulary, we look at how our language skills change over time. Plus, looking into why people say "anyways" led me to some interesting historical tidbits. The aging segment was written by Valerie …
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Cal sits down with Chester at a long table of Chief Human Resource Officers to explore the power of bonding at work. The author of Leading with Gratitude: Eight Leadership Practices for Extraordinary Business Results highlights a fascinating observation. That fire stations where firefighters dine together tend to outperform their counterparts who d…
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In an episode of The Buzz interviews with authors of 2024 nominees for Book of the Year Awards, Los Angeles-based Steve Isoardi, author of The Dark Tree about pianist Horace Tapscotts unique musicians/community organition UGMAA, speaks with Bob Blumenthal, JJA board member and chair of the Book Awards committee.…
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oin us on a transformative journey with the revered spiritual leader Kamlesh D. Patel, affectionately known as Daaji, in this enlightening episode of the StreetSmart Wisdom Podcast. Host Steve Stein dives deep into the essence of Heartfulness meditation, spiritual evolution, and the mystique of chakras alongside Daaji’s vast experience and insights…
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Jake Dunlap is the CEO and founder of Skaled. Jake and the Skaled team have helped thousands of sales leaders worldwide create modern GTM systems and approaches and have been part of more than their share of elite sales team success stories. Jake joins the show in a rare 4th appearance to discuss how elite sales teams and salespeople are innovating…
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973. "Oppenheimer" leads us to wonder about the "nucular" pronunciation of "nuclear." And why do people have that second capital letter in the middle of MySpace, OutKast, and PowerPoint (and is it grammatically correct)? | Edited transcript with links: https://grammar-girl.simplecast.com/episodes/nuclear/transcript | Grammarpalooza (Get texts from …
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While speaking at a TEDx event in Sonoma, Cal meets the former Apple evangelist (and current Canva evangelist) and they immediately hit it off. Guy comes on Big Questions to talk about his latest book, Think Remarkable, 9 Paths to Transform Your Life and Make a Difference. He shows Cal a new way to infuse discipline into his writing and life, as we…
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Welcome back to another insightful episode of the StreetSmart Wisdom Podcast, I'm your host, Steve Stein. Today's episode features a special guest, Catherine Hallissey, a psychologist from Ireland specializing in turning clinical research into practical parenting wisdom. In a world that often stresses us with negativity and challenges, Catherine sh…
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Joe Gravino is Vice President of Go to Market Search of FALCON. Falcon is a Executive Search firm exclusively focused on recruiting C-Level executives for Private Equity backed companies. Joe recruits CROs and CMOs for high-growth companies of all industries, and as a result, not only has he learned what makes for an Elite Sales leader…he’s had to …
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Connect w/ Eric Elliott: Website: ⁠https://ericelliott.com/⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/ericelliottspeaker⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamericelliott/⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/ericmelliott/⁠ Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/EricMElliott⁠ Tiktok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@ericmelliott⁠ Email: Eric@EricElliott.com Text:…
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972. How did humans evolve from grunting ancestors to masters of language and poetry? This week, we explore fascinating theories on the origins of human language, including the laugh-inducing Bow-Wow and Pooh-Pooh theories. We also delve into Irish-English calques for St. Patrick's Day (and in response to a question from a Grammarpaloozian) and cel…
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As Cal speaks with the leading podcaster and marketer, he channels the 12 years that he had breakfast with CNN broadcast icon Larry King almost every day. It was a time when guests would drop in on the regulars and share their areas of expertise. In this case, Jeremy reveals his knowledge of Roman history. And the question becomes: Are there any pa…
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Andy Beitia is the Director of Commercial Banking for Washington Trust Bank. Washington Trust Bank is the largest and one of the most respected privately held banks in North America. And Andy leads the team responsible for more revenue than the rest of the organization combined. Andy leads a team of leaders who face stiff competition, are highly re…
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