Best Word Rush Productions Podcasts (2024)

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Biden Is Missing Another East Asia Summit. So What? 7:36

5h ago7:36

7:36

An audio version of “Biden Is Missing Another East Asia Summit. So What?,” a new commentary by CSIS’s Gregory B. Poling. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.By Center for Strategic and International Studies

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EP 303 -Changing Behaviors One Step at a Time 23:39

9h ago23:39

23:39

Holistic Approaches to Behavioral Changes: From Routines to Spiritual Rhythms In this episode of the 'Doing What Matters' podcast, we explore the concept of behavioral change, emphasizing the importance of creating routines that can develop into rhythms and eventually become spiritual practices. The discussion includes personal anecdotes such as Te…

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“Escalating to War between Israel, Hezbollah, and Iran”: Audio Brief with Daniel Byman and Seth G. Jones 2:32

5d ago2:32

2:32

A short, spoken-word summary from CSIS’s Daniel Byman and Seth G. Jones on their report with Alexander Palmer, Escalating to War between Israel, Hezbollah, and Iran.By Center for Strategic and International Studies

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Lessons from Israel’s Last War in Lebanon 7:42

7d ago7:42

7:42

An audio version of “Lessons from Israel’s Last War in Lebanon,” a new commentary by CSIS’s Daniel Byman. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.By Center for Strategic and International Studies

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EP 302 - The Power of Words: How Language Shapes Our Lives 20:47

9d ago20:47

20:47

In this episode of the Doing What Matters podcast, we discuss the profound impact words have on our lives. We explore how language influences our self-perception, emotions, and actions. The conversation delves into the significance of reframing negative thoughts and using specific language to create meaningful and actionable steps in various life a…

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“Gold Rush: The 2024 Commercial Remote Sensing Global Rankings”: Audio Brief with Kari A. Bingen 2:50

8d ago2:50

2:50

A short, spoken-word summary from CSIS’s Kari A. Bingen on her report with David Gauthier and Madeline Chang, Gold Rush: The 2024 Commercial Remote Sensing Global Rankings.By Center for Strategic and International Studies

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Seizing Middle East Opportunities 8:22

9d ago8:22

8:22

An audio version of “Seizing Middle East Opportunities,” a new commentary by CSIS’s Jon B. Alterman. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.By Center for Strategic and International Studies

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The Korean Peninsula: Make or Break? 9:40

13d ago9:40

9:40

An audio version of “The Korean Peninsula: Make or Break?,” a new commentary by CSIS’s Ellen Kim. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.By Center for Strategic and International Studies

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The World’s Largest Trade and Investment Relationship Hangs in the Balance 9:04

13d ago9:04

9:04

An audio version of “The World’s Largest Trade and Investment Relationship Hangs in the Balance,” a new commentary by CSIS’s Max Bergmann and Otto Svendsen. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.By Center for Strategic and International Studies

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Keep Disagreements with South Africa in Check 6:49

13d ago6:49

6:49

An audio version of “Keep Disagreements with South Africa in Check,” a new commentary by CSIS’s Cameron Hudson. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.By Center for Strategic and International Studies

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After the Ballots: What the U.S. Elections Mean for NATO 9:07

13d ago9:07

9:07

An audio version of “After the Ballots: What the U.S. Elections Mean for NATO,” a new commentary by CSIS’s Max Bergmann and Sissy Martinez. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.By Center for Strategic and International Studies

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Navigating China’s Inflection 8:31

13d ago8:31

8:31

An audio version of “Navigating China’s Inflection,” a new commentary by CSIS’s Jude Blanchette. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.By Center for Strategic and International Studies

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The 2024 Presidential Election and the United States’ Shared Neighborhood 9:03

13d ago9:03

9:03

An audio version of “The 2024 Presidential Election and the United States’ Shared Neighborhood,” a new commentary by CSIS’s Ryan C. Berg and Christopher Hernandez-Roy. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.By Center for Strategic and International Studies

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Resetting U.S. Engagement in the Democratic Republic of the Congo 8:52

13d ago8:52

8:52

An audio version of “Resetting U.S. Engagement in the Democratic Republic of the Congo,” a new commentary by CSIS’s Mvemba Phezo Dizolele. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.By Center for Strategic and International Studies

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An Outcome ‘Up for Grabs’: What Can Russia and Ukraine Expect from the Next U.S. Administration? 13:01

13d ago13:01

13:01

An audio version of “An Outcome ‘Up for Grabs’: What Can Russia and Ukraine Expect from the Next U.S. Administration?,” a new commentary by CSIS’s Maria Snegovaya, Tina Dolbaia, and Nick Fenton. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.By Center for Strategic and International Studies

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Foreword: An Election of Global Consequence 9:11

13d ago9:11

9:11

An audio version of “Foreword: An Election of Global Consequence,” a new commentary by CSIS’s Victor Cha. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.By Center for Strategic and International Studies

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Ep 301 - The Power of Group Coaching with Jordan Mercedes 28:09

16d ago28:09

28:09

In this episode of the 'Doing What Matters' podcast, hosts Teresa McCloy and Erica Vinson delve into the essence of transformational group coaching with guest Jordan Mercedes. Jordan, a Master Certified Coach with the International Coaching Federation introduces her new book 'Professional Group Coaching for Growth and Transformation.' She shares in…

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“The Russia-Ukraine War: A Study in Analytic Failure”: Audio Brief with Eliot A. Cohen and Phillips O’Brien 3:30

15d ago3:30

3:30

A short, spoken-word summary from CSIS’s Eliot A. Cohen and Phillips O’Brien on their report, The Russia-Ukraine War: A Study in Analytic Failure.By Center for Strategic and International Studies

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Israel-Hezbollah Escalation 5:10

16d ago5:10

5:10

An audio version of “Israel-Hezbollah Escalation,” a new Critical Questions by CSIS’s Jon B. Alterman. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.By Center for Strategic and International Studies

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Whither Europe, Or Is It Wither? 6:14

16d ago6:14

6:14

An audio version of “Whither Europe, Or Is It Wither?,” a new commentary by CSIS’s William Alan Reinsch. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.By Center for Strategic and International Studies

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“Driving Change: How EVs Are Reshaping China’s Economic Relationship with Latin America”: Audio Brief with Ilaria Mazzocco and Rubi Bledsoe 2:57

21d ago2:57

2:57

A short, spoken-word summary from CSIS’s Ilaria Mazzocco and Rubi Bledsoe on their brief with Ryan C. Berg, “Driving Change: How EVs Are Reshaping China’s Economic Relationship with Latin America.”By Center for Strategic and International Studies

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Moldova’s October Presidential Election and EU Referendum 14:20

21d ago14:20

14:20

An audio version of “Moldova’s October Presidential Election and EU Referendum,” a new Critical Questions by CSIS’s Leah Kieff. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.By Center for Strategic and International Studies

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EP 300 - Celebrating 300 Episodes Together 11:14

23d ago11:14

11:14

In this milestone 300th episode of the 'Doing What Matters' podcast, host Teresa McCloy celebrates six years of podcasting. Reflecting on her journey, Teresa shares the evolution of the podcast through three different titles and the invaluable lessons learned from consistency. She discusses memorable guests, impactful conversations, and the persona…

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Executive Summary: A Strategic Framework for America in the Twenty-First Century 9:00

25d ago9:00

9:00

An audio version of the executive summary for A Strategic Framework for America in the Twenty-First Century, a new report by CSIS’s John J. Hamre, Joyce Bongongo, Kate MacPhail, John Schaus, and Nina Tarr. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.By Center for Strategic and International Studies

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Friendshoring vs. Onshoring 5:51

26d ago5:51

5:51

An audio version of “Friendshoring vs. Onshoring,” a new commentary by CSIS’s William Alan Reinsch. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.By Center for Strategic and International Studies

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Observations on the War in Ukraine: Impressions from Our Visit 11:16

26d ago11:16

11:16

An audio version of “Observations on the War in Ukraine: Impressions from Our Visit,” a new commentary by CSIS’s Daniel Byman and Elizabeth Hoffman. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.By Center for Strategic and International Studies

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U.S.-Japan Cooperation on Tactically Responsive Space: Near-Term Capability and Long-Term Alignment 11:07

26d ago11:07

11:07

An audio version of “U.S.-Japan Cooperation on Tactically Responsive Space: Near-Term Capability and Long-Term Alignment,” a new commentary by Benjamin Rimland. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.By Center for Strategic and International Studies

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Conflict, Hunger, and Famine in Sudan 10:42

26d ago10:42

10:42

An audio version of “Conflict, Hunger, and Famine in Sudan,” a new Critical Questions by CSIS’s Zane Swanson, Anita Kirschenbaum, and Caitlin Welsh. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.By Center for Strategic and International Studies

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“Strategic Equilibrium: The United States’ Manufacturing Resurgence and the Role of Natural Gas in a Carbon-Competitive World”: Audio Brief with Joseph Majkut 3:45

1M ago3:45

3:45

A short, spoken-word summary from CSIS’s Joseph Majkut on his white paper with Jane Nakano, "Strategic Equilibrium: The United States’ Manufacturing Resurgence and the Role of Natural Gas in a Carbon-Competitive World."By Center for Strategic and International Studies

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EP 299 - Facing Sabbatical Fears Head-On 18:45

30d ago18:45

18:45

In this episode of the Doing What Matters podcast, hosts Teresa McCloy and Erica Vinson explore the concept of taking sabbaticals for entrepreneurs. Teresa shares her journey and preparations for an upcoming 10-week sabbatical, discussing the fears she faced and the steps she took to ensure her business continues to thrive in her absence. Topics in…

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Moldova’s Gas Futures 15:43

1M ago15:43

15:43

An audio version of “Moldova’s Gas Futures,” a new Critical Questions by CSIS’s Daniel F. Runde, Leah Kieff, and Thomas Bryja. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.By Center for Strategic and International Studies

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“Diversifying, Not Decoupling: Taiwanese Industry Responds to Geostrategic Risks”: Audio Brief with Scott Kennedy 4:11

1M ago4:11

4:11

A short, spoken-word summary from CSIS’s Scott Kennedy on his report with Andrea Leonard Palazzi, Diversifying, Not Decoupling: Taiwanese Industry Responds to Geostrategic Risks.By Center for Strategic and International Studies

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Are the Chickens Coming Home to Roost? 6:22

1M ago6:22

6:22

An audio version of “Are the Chickens Coming Home to Roost?,” a new commentary by CSIS’s William Alan Reinsch. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.By Center for Strategic and International Studies

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Partnering with Middle Eastern Countries to Boost U.S. Minerals Security 8:37

1M ago8:37

8:37

An audio version of “Partnering with Middle Eastern Countries to Boost U.S. Minerals Security,” a new commentary by CSIS’s Gracelin Baskaran. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.By Center for Strategic and International Studies

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Battery Bonanza: Lessons from Two States 10:54

1M ago10:54

10:54

An audio version of “Battery Bonanza: Lessons from Two States,” a new commentary by CSIS’s CyMcGeady and Nitika Nayar. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.By Center for Strategic and International Studies

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Food for Thought 5:24

1M ago5:24

5:24

An audio version of “Food for Thought,” a new commentary by CSIS’s William Alan Reinsch. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.By Center for Strategic and International Studies

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EP - 298 The Purpose and Power of Team Retreats 20:51

1M ago20:51

20:51

In this episode of the Doing What Matters podcast, hosts Teresa McCloy and Erica Vinson discuss the importance of team retreats, sharing insights from their own experiences with the REALIFE Process community. They highlight the benefits of setting regular retreats, the value of switching to a different environment, and practical tips for planning a…

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AMLO’s Plan C and the North American Bloc, If We Can Keep It 16:59

1M ago16:59

16:59

An audio version of “AMLO’s Plan C and the North American Bloc, If We Can Keep It,” a new commentary by CSIS’s Ryan C. Berg. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.By Center for Strategic and International Studies

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“Power Plays: Europe’s Response to the Energy Crisis”: Audio Brief with Max Bergmann 4:05

1M ago4:05

4:05

A short, spoken-word summary from CSIS’s Max Bergmann on his report with Cy McGeady, Otto Svendsen, Mathias Zacarias, and Ignacio Urbasos, Power Plays: Europe’s Response to the Energy Crisis.By Center for Strategic and International Studies

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EP - 297 Discovering True Success in Life 25:58

1M ago25:58

25:58

Redefining Success: Rhythms and Rules of Life In this episode of the Doing What Matters podcast, hosts Teresa McCoy and Erica Vinson discuss the concept of success and how it is often defined by societal standards such as financial achievement, education, and professional status. They propose a holistic approach to success that includes creating a …

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Fossil Fuel Subsidy Swaps: A Path to Reform at the WTO 14:08

2M ago14:08

14:08

An audio version of “Fossil Fuel Subsidy Swaps: A Path to Reform at the WTO,” a new Critical Questions by CSIS’s Dhari AlSaleh and William Alan Reinsch. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.By Center for Strategic and International Studies

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A Feminist Analysis of Sexual and Gender-Based Violence in The Gambia's Transitional Justice Journey 13:46

2M ago13:46

13:46

An audio version of “A Feminist Analysis of Sexual and Gender-Based Violence in The Gambia's Transitional Justice Journey,” a new commentary by CSIS’s Awa Gai. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.By Center for Strategic and International Studies

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A Question of Staying Power: Is the Maduro Regime’s Repression Sustainable? 17:12

2M ago17:12

17:12

An audio version of “A Question of Staying Power: Is the Maduro Regime’s Repression Sustainable?,” a new commentary by CSIS’s Ryan C. Berg and Christopher Hernandez-Roy. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.By Center for Strategic and International Studies

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Closing the Loop: Enhancing U.S. Drone Capabilities through Real-World Testing 12:18

2M ago12:18

12:18

An audio version of “Closing the Loop: Enhancing U.S. Drone Capabilities through Real-World Testing,” a new commentary by CSIS’s Kateryna Bondar. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.By Center for Strategic and International Studies

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Preserving The Gambia’s FGM Law Is Only the Start 14:37

2M ago14:37

14:37

An audio version of “Preserving The Gambia’s FGM Law Is Only the Start,” a new commentary by CSIS’s Awa Gai and Fadima Tall. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.By Center for Strategic and International Studies

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Why Is the U.S. Defense Industrial Base So Isolated from the U.S. Economy? 11:37

2M ago11:37

11:37

An audio version of “Why Is the U.S. Defense Industrial Base So Isolated from the U.S. Economy?,” a new commentary by CSIS’s Gregory C. Allen with Doug Berenson. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.By Center for Strategic and International Studies

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“From Earth to Uchū: The Evolution of Japan’s Space Security Policy and a Blueprint for Strengthening the U.S.-Japan Space Security Partnership”: Audio Brief with Kari A. Bingen 3:24

2M ago3:24

3:24

A short, spoken-word summary from CSIS’s Kari A. Bingen on her report with Makena Young, From Earth to Uchū: The Evolution of Japan’s Space Security Policy and a Blueprint for Strengthening the U.S.-Japan Space Security Partnership.By Center for Strategic and International Studies

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296 - Overcoming the Summer Slump 24:55

2M ago24:55

24:55

In this episode of the Doing What Matters podcast, hosts Teresa McCloy and Erika Vinson discuss the importance of recognizing and combating periods of overwhelm and 'slump' in both personal and professional life. Teresa shares her experiences over the past few months, highlighting the effects of stress and the steps she took, such as taking a sabba…

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A New Nuclear Age? 18:40

2M ago18:40

18:40

An audio version of “A New Nuclear Age?,” a new commentary by CSIS’s Reja Younis. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.By Center for Strategic and International Studies

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China’s Antimony Export Restrictions: The Impact on U.S. National Security 10:06

2M ago10:06

10:06

An audio version of “China’s Antimony Export Restrictions: The Impact on U.S. National Security,” a new Critical Questions by CSIS’s Gracelin Baskaran and Meredith Schwartz. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.By Center for Strategic and International Studies

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