Best Bob McDonald Podcasts (2024)

Hotel Pacifico was created by Air Quotes Media with support from our presenting sponsor TELUS, as well as FortisBC. Welcome to Hotel Pacifico. We’re your 5-star podcast destination for B.C. politicos. Hosts Mike McDonald and Kate Hammer provide insights and interviews covering the latest in B.C. politics. Plus, our weekly segments #StrategySuite wi…

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Bob Wegner, author of the Max Webster biography 'High Class' 1:20:23

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Bob Wegner, multi-instrumentalist, touring musician, and author of the Max Webster biography ‘High Class’ joins Dan Hare to talk about his book on this iconic band. In this superb chat Bob also shares: highlights from his own career in musical theatre and other ventures; the unique appeal of Max Webster and the many genres that influenced their sou…

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Philip Rowley, CFO, Sony Pictures Entertainment 1:01:03

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Philip Rowley, CFO of Sony Pictures Entertainment, might just win the award for The Most Interesting CFO in the World. Aside from having amassed decades of knowledge about his industry and craft, he's also extremely well-read and and has an incredible knack for leadership, based in part, at least, on his breadth of reading (Side note on reading: Ma…

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35. Incremental Change with Leon Hermanides 26:18

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This week's guest is the rebellious Leon Hermanides, Owner and President of Protea Dental Studio in Redmond Washington. He’s also a Clinical Instructor and Scientific Advisor at the Kois Center. Leon's journey began in his native Zimbabwe, where his father was a prominent figure in the dental space who had vowed never to leave the country. However,…

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Rashida Jones Almost Gave Up on Acting Before Her Big Break on ‘The Office’ 44:34

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Rashida Jones is an actor, writer, and filmmaker best known for her work on ‘The Office’ and ‘Parks and Recreation’. She sits down with Guy to talk about growing up with dreams of being the President, how acting saved her during a bout of depression in college, and almost quitting acting right before the biggest break of her career. Plus, how becom…

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Rob Thomas 2:00:56

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The smooth frontman of Matchbox Twenty. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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"Time stamp this episode" with James Moore 1:05:58

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Hotel Pacifico was created by Air Quotes Media with support from our presenting sponsor TELUS, as well as FortisBC. Welcome to Hotel Pacifico. We’re your 5-star podcast destination for B.C. politicos. Hosts Mike McDonald and Kate Hammer provide insights and interviews covering the latest in B.C. politics. Plus, our weekly segments #StrategySuite wi…

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Danny Casavant, guitarist with Graham Shaw and the Sincere Serenaders and The Bobcat 1:20:52

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Danny Casavant, guitarist extraordinaire best known as a member of the bands Graham Shaw and the Sincere Serenaders and The Bobcats joins Dan Hare for a fascinating chat about: the ‘60s Winnipeg music scene; his multiple styles of guitar playing and the bands he’s been a part of; getting together with Graham Shaw; working with Bob White and how the…

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Joseph Gordon-Levitt: Will Artificial Intelligence Destroy Art As We Know It? 1:19:19

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Actor Joseph Gordon-Levitt spends a lot of time thinking about creativity, technology, and how the two collide. In this episode, Joseph shares his thoughts on a not-too-distant future in which AI-generated content will be able to “make people laugh, make people cry, and win all the likes and awards”. He also talks about theater programs in school, …

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4th of July Week Mini-Episode 4:26

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Send us a Text Message. Just a quick check in with everybody on this hot & beautiful 4th of July week. Find out about some upcoming events and episodes, including an "Ask Me Anything" episode where you can ask any question about the Tower Records Podcast by sending an email to . We'd love to hear from you Cheers!…

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Michael Shrieve 1:57:56

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Michael Shrieve was the drummer on the first five Santana albums, you know him from the Woodstock movie! Michael goes deep into all of those records, as well as his work with Stomu Yamashta, Automatic Man and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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"Untold Tales" with Daniel Marshall + Strategy Suite guest Sarah Sidhu 1:22:59

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Hotel Pacifico was created by Air Quotes Media with support from our presenting sponsor TELUS, as well as FortisBC. Welcome to Hotel Pacifico. We’re your 5-star podcast destination for B.C. politicos. Hosts Mike McDonald and Kate Hammer provide insights and interviews covering the latest in B.C. politics. Plus, our weekly segments #StrategySuite wi…

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Derry Grehan, songwriter and guitarist of the band Honeymoon Suite 56:53

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This week Dan chats with Derry Grehan, songwriter and guitarist of the band Honeymoon Suite. Derry shares much from his long career including: his philosophy on songwriting and “serving the song; the longevity of Honeymoon Suite and the band’s signature sound; recording albums; opening for bands such as ZZ Top, Jethro Tull, Heart and others; why he…

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34. Spotlighting the Extraordinary with Melissa Turner 31:05

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This week's guest is the vibrant and multi-talented Melissa Turner. She is the Senior Executive Consultant and Chief Hygiene Officer at Cellerant Consulting Group, an incubator and accelerator for dental companies. Melissa is also the co-founder of the Denobi Awards, which celebrate the positive impact of dental professionals worldwide. Additionall…

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Death Cab for Cutie’s Ben Gibbard Worked a Temp Job and “Ate Mustard Sandwiches” in the Band’s Early Days (2023) 1:13:59

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Ben Gibbard is the voice of the bands Death Cab for Cutie and The Postal Service. He talks about Death Cab’s scrappy start, recording their classic album Transatlanticism, how the band learned to defuse internal tensions, and how he approaches songwriting in middle age. This episode was recorded in 2023. Links from the Show: Ben's Tiny Desk Concert…

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Ep. 97 Kat Gavin (Philadelphia: South Street, Avenue of the Arts) 1:26:59

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Send us a Text Message. When Kat Gavin was born, her mother was only 18 years old. And as a result, Kat’s crib was right next to the stereo. So to say Kat grew up “with music” would be an understatement. After a stint working record retail in the malls of Northeast Philadelphia, Kat made her way into Center City Philadelphia and got a job at Tower …

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Milwaukee Makeover 35:15

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Bob welcomes David Go (@dgo151) to the podcast to discuss the feature he wrote for the HoriZone Roundtable about the local players that make up part of the 2024-25 Milwaukee roster, they also discuss some of the other key acquisitions and departures the Panthers have experienced during the off-season.…

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Tyler Grimm 1:24:45

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Tyler Grimm is Chief Counsel for Policy and Strategy for the House Judiciary Committee majority staff. We address intellectual property legislation and how the sausage is made. This is an insider's view into what really goes on in Congress. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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"Why are the Conservatives up 20 in Canada and down 20 in the UK" with Andrew Percy + Strategy Suite guest Stepan Vdovine 1:15:08

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Hotel Pacifico was created by Air Quotes Media with support from our presenting sponsor TELUS, as well as FortisBC. Welcome to Hotel Pacifico. We’re your 5-star podcast destination for B.C. politicos. Hosts Mike McDonald and Kate Hammer provide insights and interviews covering the latest in B.C. politics. Plus, our weekly segments #StrategySuite wi…

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Mike 'Mudfoot' McDonald, blues artist, songwriter, tribute artist 1:20:25

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This week Dan chats with Mike ‘Mudfoot’ McDonald, blues artist, songwriter, producer, Tribute artist and in-house music director at legendary Grossman’s Tavern. Mike shares highlights of his stellar music career including: jamming with the likes of Jeff Healey and Alannah Myles; his musical influences; stories of the Yonge Street Music scene, Gross…

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Fountainlife CEO Dr. Bill Kapp on Longevity, Preventative Medicine, and Healthspan 1:02:11

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Summary Dr. Bill Kapp talks about Fountain Life's plans to make advanced health screening technologies more accessible by partnering with places like hotels, residential communities, and golf clubs. This approach aims to offer their services outside of traditional healthcare settings to make them more available and affordable. They plan to start in…

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Ep. 96 Paul Herzman (4th & Broadway, Lincoln Center, Nanuet, Yonkers) 1:27:52

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Send us a Text Message. “A month before my 12th birthday, I turned on the TV on a Sunday night and there were these guys calling themselves The Beatles…And after that, everything was different for people of my age. After that, music was our art form.” Like many of that time and after, Paul asked his mother to buy him a guitar. He started with an ac…

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Funding the Final Frontier – Chad Anderson, founder, Space Capital 1:00:57

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Summary Have you ever wondered what kind of companies are being created in the Space industry, outside of the one or two that you've heard about such as SpaceX? It's a $500Bn market today (and trillions over the next couple of decades). You're invited to listen and absorb the knowledge of Space Capital's founder, Chad Anderson, as he takes us on th…

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Richard Lloyd 1:32:08

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Guitarist for Television and solo act. Interesting guy... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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"The math is the math" with Neil Sweeney 1:20:28

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Hotel Pacifico was created by Air Quotes Media with support from our presenting sponsor TELUS, as well as FortisBC. Welcome to Hotel Pacifico. We’re your 5-star podcast destination for B.C. politicos. Hosts Mike McDonald and Kate Hammer provide insights and interviews covering the latest in B.C. politics. Plus, our weekly segments #StrategySuite wi…

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Lisa Hartt, singer/songwriter and former lead of The Lisa Hartt Band 1:11:25

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Lisa Hartt, singer songwriter, guitar player and former lead of The Lisa Hartt band joins host Dan Hare to in a fascinating chat about: her adventurous, and sometimes dangerous, career; the variety of musical influences; what it was like living in L.A. and why she came back to Canada, and so much more. Find out about Lisa and her music @lisaharttmu…

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33. Humor and Candor with Dr. Mark Benavides 28:49

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Today’s guest is Dr. Mark Benavides, a dentist practicing in Ottawa, Illinois. Mark is a member of several prestigious organizations, including the American Academy of Restorative Dentistry and the International Congress of Oral Implantologists. He also uniquely serves as the Scientific Advisor for Computer Technology at the Kois Center. Mark is th…

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Storytelling Secrets from Michael Lewis (The Big Short, Moneyball, The Blind Side) 1:14:30

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Michael Lewis is one of the most successful authors in recent memory. And in this episode, he dives deep into exactly how he tells unforgettable stories… from “Moneyball”, “The Big Short”, and “The Blind Side” – all adopted into feature films – to his newest bestseller, “Going Infinite” (about Sam Bankman-Fried). You’ll learn how to “surf the world…

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Ep. 95 Richard Leibowitz (Nanuet, Carle Place, Paramus) 59:11

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Send us a Text Message. Richard Leibowitz grew up in the Hudson Valley of New York to a father who listened to pre-1960s jazz and a mother who was more into folk music. Neither held much sway for young Richard, so he set out on his own and like a million other kids his age, KISS was the starting point for his music obsessions. Before working at Tow…

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Owen Elliot-Kugell 1:29:29

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Owen Elliot-Kugell has a new book about her mother, "My Mama Cass: A Memoir." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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BC Housing with "Condo King" Bob Rennie + Strategy Suite guest Andrea Reimer 1:23:55

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Hotel Pacifico was created by Air Quotes Media with support from our presenting sponsor TELUS, as well as FortisBC. Welcome to Hotel Pacifico. We’re your 5-star podcast destination for B.C. politicos. Hosts Mike McDonald and Kate Hammer provide insights and interviews covering the latest in B.C. politics. Plus, our weekly segments #StrategySuite wi…

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Guest Glimpses with Eddie Schwartz, Dave Chesney, Johnny Sinclair, Geoff Eyre 40:01

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This is the 27th episode of our special series ‘Guest Glimpses’, short bits from longer conversations with previous guests. You’ll hear about 10 minutes of each guest’s 60+ minute chat with show host Dan Hare. Featured guests this week are: EDDIE SCHWARTZ, iconic songwriter, multi award-winner, and Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee who’s s…

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Mastercard's Chief People Officer – Michael Fraccaro 1:00:41

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Summary CHROs are having a special moment right now – and rightfully earned, given that HR is arguably the most important role in an organization. As such, I'm excited to share my conversation with Michael Fraccaro, who currently serves as Mastercard's Chief People Officer. We discuss Michael's early career, which began as a high school teacher in …

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Inside the Mind of Ben Platt, the “Dear Evan Hansen” Star 1 Oscar Short of an EGOT (at 30!) 54:44

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Ben Platt is an actor, singer, and songwriter who’s quickly become one of the most decorated performers of his generation. He sits down with Guy to talk about his first professional acting role at age 9, breaking out in “Pitch Perfect” and the runaway success of “Dear Evan Hansen,” finding his voice as an “authentically” queer artist, and the secre…

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Ep. 94 Serge Bielanko (Musician, Writer, Customer) 2:07:00

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Send us a Text Message. Serge Bielanko was one of the leading forces behind the Philadelphia-based rock & roll band Marah. Part Replacements, part Van Morrison, part Phil Spector, part Rod Stewart & The Faces, part Philly & Motown soul, for years they were poised for success as the “next big rock & roll band”. Marah was a critic’s darling and count…

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Ed Bicknell 3:17:39

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The story of Dire Straits from their one and only manager. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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"BC is Back" with Carole James 1:27:44

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Hotel Pacifico was created by Air Quotes Media with support from our presenting sponsor TELUS, as well as FortisBC. Welcome to Hotel Pacifico. We’re your 5-star podcast destination for B.C. politicos. Hosts Mike McDonald and Kate Hammer provide insights and interviews covering the latest in B.C. politics. Plus, our weekly segments #StrategySuite wi…

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Guest Glimpses with Sass Jordan, Bazil Donovan, Harry Hess, Kim Stockwood 41:10

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This is the 26th episode of our special series ‘Guest Glimpses’, short bits from longer conversations with previous guests. You’ll hear about 10 minutes of each guest’s 60+ minute chat with show host Dan Hare. Featured guests this week are: SASS JORDAN, Juno award-winner, talks about her new live concert album; working with the Montreal band The Bo…

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32. Consistency and Grit with Minal Sampat 31:42

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Today’s guest is Minal Sampat, speaker, marketing strategist, coach, and bestselling author. Minal is the definition of a third culture kid - she began her life in India and moved to St. Thomas in the U.S. Virgin Islands as a child. Her final relocation was to the US. where she still lives today. Those early years left an impression on Minal and ta…

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Seth Meyers: Lessons in Comedy from 20 Years Inside 30 Rockefeller Plaza (2023) 1:05:32

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Seth Meyers was a key player in creating some of the best seasons of Saturday Night Live. Now he's hosting Late Night in the very same building. In this classic episode from 2023, you’ll hear how his two-person comedy show in Chicago randomly landed him in front of just the right person to get him an audition at SNL. Seth also opens up about the an…

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Ep. 93 Denise McDonald (Sunrise Books, Tower Advertising, Tower Product Team) 1:20:56

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Send us a Text Message. Growing up in a small town 50 miles outside of Los Angeles, Denise McDonald has a very clear memory of getting her first library card at the age of five. For most of her life, Denise has been a dedicated bibliophile. In this week’s episode, Denise tells us all about working book product at Tower. From friends at Sacramento S…

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Stevie Salas 1:52:40

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Native American Stevie Salas played guitar for Rod Stewart, was the guitarist and music director for Mick Jagger, and has worked with a cornucopia of artists, from Terence Trent D'Arby to T.I. and Justin Timberlake. Stevie is a personable raconteur, you'll love him. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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