Best Alan Weiss Podcasts (2024)

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Just Tell Me What I Want to Know 8:31

44m ago8:31

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Just tell me what I want to know.People instead tell you everything that they know.College professors are reading their dissertation notes. Electricians are telling you about high and low voltage, amps, and watts. The tree guy tells you about diseases of poplars when you asked if he could prune some dead branches on an oak. The auto guy explains wh…

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FTF250: Building trust and driving change in workshops with Hitomi Whitlock 29:34

27m ago29:34

29:34

In this episode, we're joined by Hitomi Whitlock, Organizational Change Manager at the University of Washington's Housing and Food Services, and an experienced real estate investor. Hitomi shares her journey from moving to the U.S. as a child to leading change at one of the nation's top universities—all while managing a successful real estate busin…

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For Crying Out Loud 4:09

7d ago4:09

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Even in truly tough times and horrible market segments, there are winners and strong companies. You have to play the hand you’re dealt, and you have to play it well. If anything is happening to you more than two times out of ten, it’s you, not them.With high interest rates, houses are still being sold. With food being expensive, people are still di…

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Winning And Losing 9:08

5d ago9:08

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If you win a race by .001 seconds, have you really “won.”? And certainly, you’re not the “best in the world.” On that day, in that place, at that time, you finished barely ahead of the next person. What if you did it again an hour later?Of course, if you constantly and consistently win, you might be the best in the world or the best ever: Yankees, …

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Ep. 24 - Would You Rather Be Deadpool or Wolverine and How can Robert Downey Jr. Play Dr. Doom? (guest David Merel) 48:46

7d ago48:46

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Alan discusses "Deadpool vs. Wolverine" starring Ryan Reynolds and Hug Jackman. David Merel, a technology and superhero expert answers whether or not Jackman is too old, whether or not superhero films will save movie theaters, and whether he'd rather be Deadpool or Wolverine. Was the opening scene too gory? Was the villain badass enough? Did anyone…

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Cowbells 2:43

13d ago2:43

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The Olympics sparked several replays of an Australian swimmer, Cate Campbell, being interviewed on what I think was an Australian TV news show. In a prior competition, she had beaten out the Americans for the gold medal. The interviewer asked her what it was like. She ranted on about how glorious it was because she detested the Americans using a co…

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FTF249 Michael Bungay Stanier's Co-Facilitation Tips & Brisbane Event Preview! 15:48

20d ago15:48

15:48

Send Leanne a message Come along to our event! https://lu.ma/rooftopbne In this episode, host Leanne Hughes chats with Michael Bungay Stanier on their upcoming event in Brisbane together on 3 Sep 2024, and the art of co-facilitation. Reflecting on their first podcast experience in Brisbane, they dive into topics such as managing facilitation dynami…

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Wowsers 9:04

20d ago9:04

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You’ve known wowsers. They’re always trying to be the “second smartest person in the room,” and they correct you even though you’re correct to begin with.They are official “killjoys.” They are critical of others’ pleasures and accomplishments. Lacking expertise doesn’t inhibit their critiques and corrections. They never converse; they lecture as pe…

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Ep. 23 - Spaceballs Revisited: Comedy, Parody, and the Upcoming Sequel 24:14

28d ago24:14

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Host Alan Zeitlin welcomes special guest Aaron Herman, a marketing consultant and video journalist, to dive into the comedic brilliance of Mel Brooks' 'Spaceballs.' In this episode, they explore why 'Spaceballs' remains a beloved classic, breaking down its clever parody of the Star Wars franchise and its unique brand of humor that has stood the tes…

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What College Dorms can teach us about Culture, with Joan Ricart-Huguet 1:18:59

22d ago1:18:59

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Today on Scope Conditions: college dorms shed light on where group culture comes from and how it molds us. At Harry Potter’s alma mater, each new student is assigned to a House that aligns with their true character. The mystical Sorting Hat takes the courageous ones and sorts them into House Gryffindor, while the studious know-it-alls go to Ravencl…

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Ep. 22 - Are The Great Gatsby Films Really That Great? 46:02

28d ago46:02

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Robert Redford and Leonardo DiCaprio starred as Jay Gatsby in different film version of based on the F. Scott Fitzgerald classic. Alan speaks with Gatsby expert and New York City high school instructor David Giunta. Alan and David discuss the good and the bad elements of the films, what the story says about justice and obsession, and why Dasie pick…

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A Conversation with Seth Kahan 25:57

1M ago25:57

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People may think of a "Grand Challenge" as an exceptionally worthy and difficult problem to solve, and they'd be right. But it's also representative of a more formalized and impressive approach to what appear to be intractable societal issues.Seth Kahan specializes in these, his most recent being to remove stigma in mental health issues. This invol…

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Honestly 6:47

1M ago6:47

6:47

My wife wasn't feeling well, so I went out to eat at 5:30 and brought her something back. When I do that, I bring my iPad and read a book at the bar.I finished, the takeout arrived in a shopping bag, and I drove home. At 10 pm I thought I'd play some Angry Birds before going to bed but realized my iPad was gone. I used "Find My iPhone" to determine…

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Ep. 21 - Why Clueless Is A Classic and Alicia Silverstone Is Wonderful (With writer and communications expert Shira Weiss) 35:28

1M ago35:28

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Alicia Silverstone is best known for depicting Cher Horowitz in the classic "Clueless" co-starring Paul Rudd as her step-brother, Josh. Alan discusses why the film is simple, yet grand. Writer and communications expert Shira Weiss explains what's so good about the film and the two debate some issues and Weiss answers if she ever had a grade changed…

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Two Guys 8:03

2M ago8:03

8:03

I recorded and wrote this prior to the presidential debate. When I couldn’t publish it before the debates, I was going to abandon it. But in view of what occurred, I’m publishing the recording and show notes now.In the upcoming debates, no notes will be allowed, and the moderators can mute the microphones. Moderators have had undue influence on pas…

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Ep. 20 - Why The Shining Is My Favorite Movie and Debating Some Theories With a Kubrick expert. (With Professor Nathan Abrams) 55:57

2M ago55:57

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Alan explains why "The Shining" is so scary and so mesmerizing with great performances by Jack Nicholson and Shelly Duval. From the creepy opening to the famous "redrum" scene, there's a lot to give you nightmares. Professor Nathan Abrams, author of "Kubrick: An Odyssey" discusses some theories of what the film is about from the Holocaust to the at…

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Innovation 13:43

2M ago13:43

13:43

The only way to “coast” is when you’re going downhill. Even on a plateau, you have to pedal to keep moving. However, there is a way to “coast uphill.”To succeed, businesses must keep growing. And to keep growing, they must innovate. No business can grow simply by solving problems and “fixing” things (or, worse, blaming people). Problem-solving keep…

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Ep. 19 - Why Midsommar Is A Genius Work of Horror 12:54

2M ago12:54

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Alan discusses Ari Aster's "Midsommar" about a young woman named Dani(Florence Pugh) who in the wake of a family tragedy clings to a boyfriend, Christian (Jack Reynor) who doesn't appreciate her. When they go on vacation with some friends to Sweeden, all Hell breaks loose and things that make no sense take place. Christian's friend is creepily flir…

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FTF248: Mid-year check-in + sneak peak of Talk the Walk with Alan Weiss 36:43

2M ago36:43

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Send Leanne a message In this episode, host Leanne Hughes provides an update on her activities as a solopreneur and content creator, sharing insights from her recent experiences and projects. She provides an update on her book, some of the work she's delivered this year, including a recent innovative conference presentation focused on flexibility. …

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They Shoot Horses, Dont They? 6:56

2M ago6:56

6:56

They Shoot Horses, Don’t They?No, they don’t. The advent of the automobile around 1895 did not engender a huge equine genocide. We use horses today: for work, for recreation, for crowd control, for sport.Hence, the internal combustion engine is not disappearing in your lifetime, despite stupid political statements such as the recent “all cars must …

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Ep. 18 - The Top 7 Films of Leonardo DiCaprio 24:12

2M ago24:12

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Alan discusses the greatest films of Leonardo DiCaprio. Wheer does "Titanic" rank? How about his scenes with Daniel Day Lewis in "Gangs of New York?" Where does "The Wolf of Wall Street" stack up against "Catch Me If You Can?" Which of his films directed by Martin Scorsese make the list and what's the one time he plays a calculating villain? Take a…

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The Reunion 5:27

2M ago5:27

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Our 60th High School ReunionOn the way to the reunionWe’re on Amtrak on our way to our 60th high school reunion: Emerson High School, Union City, NJ. It was then and is now the most densely populated city in the country. Emerson is now a middle school, but back then it was one of two full-fledged high schools with all sports, and dances and typical…

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Season 2 Finale: Adapting to AI Revolution 22:57

2M ago22:57

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Are you a thought leader grappling with how to adapt to the rise of AI? In this episode, The Recognized Authority podcast host Alastair McDermott sits down with co-host Alistair McBride to discus a pivotal shift. They discuss The urgent need for AI literacy among experts and leaders Navigating AI's productivity benefits vs credibility risks Ethical…

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FTF247: From Workshop to Written Word: Translating Ideas into Books with Mel Loy and Jade Miller 34:16

3M ago34:16

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Send Leanne a message Are you currently running workshops, generating ace ideas, have some cool toolsup your sleeve? Maybe you should turn all of that great stuff into a book! If you're curious how to do that, you'll love today's conversation with fellow first-time authors and Brisbane business owners, Mel Loy and Jade Miller. Both Jade and Mel are…

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The Bartenders 26:19

3M ago26:19

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Show NotesMario Abbondanza and Noah Chantharangsy have been bartenders for quite a while, Mario for about a quarter century. I see them so often from the customer side of the table that I thought it would be fun to “step around the bar” with my listeners and discover what that would be like.You’ll find out that the hours are often brutal, but the j…

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Build Your Authority Platform: Top Advice from 150+ Experts to Build Authority and Become an Industry Leader 56:44

2M ago56:44

56:44

Are you struggling to establish yourself as an authority in your niche? Discover the proven strategies used by over 150 bestselling authors, thought leaders and industry experts. In this insightful episode of The Recognized Authority podcast, host Alastair McDermott is joined by his friend Alistair McBride to reveal the top advice for building auth…

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The Breath of Others 6:19

3M ago6:19

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We claim we don’t like elites, but we eagerly follow every ridiculous and pompous movement of the British Royals. (They’re now upset about a Nigerian trip that Harry and Megan took where they were treated too much like a state visit!) We belong to air clubs, hotel clubs. We have Amex green, gold, platinum, and black cards. Hertz has a platinum serv…

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Ep. 17 - Why The Karate Kid Is A Classic (with Jason Schulman) 23:14

3M ago23:14

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"The Karate Kid" is an iconic film about a teen who falls in love, gets bullied and wants to show he isn't someone to be messed with. Alan discusses why the film is of of his favorites and discusses whether or not the crane kick was illegal and whether Johnny would beat Daniel in a real life fight with Jason Schulman.…

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Positioning Yourself as the Go-To Expert in Your Niche [Listener Question] 18:58

3M ago18:58

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Are you struggling to position yourself as an authority in your industry? Do you feel overshadowed by more established peers and competitors? If you want to attract high-value clients and truly showcase your expertise, this episode of The Recognized Authority podcast is a must-listen. Host Alastair McDermott tackles a listener question from Mark, a…

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A Conversation with Doug Durand 29:03

3M ago29:03

29:03

I met Doug at Merck where he worked as a sales executive and I was an external consultant. Some years later, he called me from his current pharma company and asked my advice about an ethical issue he was seeing. About five years later, he was presented with a huge (listen to find out how much) “whistleblowers award” for turning the dangerous practi…

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This Unexpected YouTube Strategy Made $300K in ONE MONTH! 45:24

3M ago45:24

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What unexpected YouTube strategy could potentially earn you as much as $300K in just one month? In this episode of The Recognized Authority, host Alastair McDermott talks to Cyan Cooper about his counterintuitive strategy for generating massive revenue on the platform. Instead of narrowly targeting his client's niche, Cyan intentionally made videos…

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Family Business 5:12

3M ago5:12

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The old apothegm is that the first generation starts it, the second expands it, and the third ruins it. Probably not so true any more.It’s not about a mandatory spendthrift or wasteful generation. It’s more about hunger. I don’t know about you, but I grew up poor, and when I was fired as president of a consulting firm, we had relatively little mone…

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Ep. 16 - Why Are People Obsessed With Netflix's "Baby Reindeer?" (with Robby Berman) 38:05

3M ago38:05

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Alan analyzes the hit Netflix show "Reindeer Baby" featuring Richard Gadd's series that is said to be based on his real experiences of being stalked by a woman who showed up to the bar he worked at. He goes over some of the symbolism and some of the reasons the show is impactful. Tour guide and journalist Robby Berman joins the show to discuss how …

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AI Beyond the Hype: 5 Practical Tips for Leveraging AI in Your Business 29:19

3M ago29:19

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Are you overwhelmed by the hype surrounding AI? Do you struggle when it comes to figuring out the practical applications of AI in business? In this insightful solo episode of The Recognized Authority podcast, Alastair McDermott delivers a presentation to a group of business leaders, simplifying the principles ofAI and providing actionable strategie…

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Generosity 6:59

4M ago6:59

6:59

The best leaders and most successful people I’ve met also exemplify generosity. This is not an accident.“Generosity” means “giving or sharing,” and being liberal in so doing. It isn’t primarily about money, but it is about credit, recognition, time, listening, coaching, supporting, and so forth. If it’s authentic, then it’s consistent, not situatio…

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The Expert's Guide to Standing Out with Compelling Video 58:35

3M ago58:35

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Are you an expert struggling to stand out in a crowded market? Have you considered leveraging the power of video content but feel overwhelmed by the learning curve and technical demands? In this episode of The Recognized Authority, host Alastair McDermott chats with video production expert Juma Bannister to demystify the world of video and share ac…

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Ep. 15 - Why 'The First Omen' Is a Perfect Prequel 16:03

4M ago16:03

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Alan breaks down the new film "The First Omen" and how it perfectly sets up "The Omen" that ran in the 70's. Alan discusses how the new film is well done and how the original was iconic despite one hokey moment and how the new film perhaps pays homage to it. He also discusses why child actors who are good can be so scary.…

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A Great Education 9:17

4M ago9:17

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I was required to engage in a “liberal arts” education at Rutgers. That meant that I had to have credits in languages over two or three years, science every year, history for two years, and English for two years. Although I majored in Political Science, because I thought I was going to law school (!), these other classes were required.The length an…

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Failing Your Way to Success with Content & Outreach Strategy with Luca Ingianni 48:08

4M ago48:08

48:08

Have you ever struggled to find the right content marketing strategy that aligns with your personality and strengths? In this candid conversation on The Recognized Authority podcast, host Alastair McDermott sits down with Luca Ingianni, an agile consultant specializing in embedded systems. Luca shares his refreshingly honest journey of "failing his…

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A Conversation with Al McCree 29:35

4M ago29:35

29:35

Al McCree is a former fighter pilot who has flown 196 missions! He is an executive in the music business and has managed all kinds of talent. He’s also worked with top business executives.We talk about the differences and similarities of combat flying and the competition of the music business and the challenges of changing hearts and minds in a bus…

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Ep. 14- Will 'Civil War' Be a Case of Art Imitating Life? 23:21

4M ago23:21

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Alan breaks down the good and the very bad in the new film "Civil War" and how some elements are completely implausible. He looks at why people's reactions to the film are highly political, why the president's character did not get enough screen time and how one scene in the film was excellent. Alan praises some of the acting but bemoans the major …

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Behind the Scenes: Building a Book from a Podcast 11:42

4M ago11:42

11:42

Have you ever wondered if you could write a compelling book that resonates with your audience? Have you ever thought about starting a podcast? In this episode, host Alastair McDermott shares his unique approach to turning his podcast, "The AI-Powered Thought Leader," into a valuable book on the same topic. Alastair reveals his process, from selecti…

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