Best Cathi Bond Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 422: Memory became legend legend became myth - the dawn of the fantasy genre part 1 48:55

3h ago48:55

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If you're a long term listener, you'll already be aware that the concept of 'genre' is mostly just a tool to aid categorisation, especially when it comes to selling books. That said, there are points on the timeline that are considered recognised emergence points for specific major genres. This week, Jules and Madeleine take a look at the evolution…

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Dell Tech World Recap with Roberto Cortez 34:23

1d ago34:23

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Roberto Cortez on the hot topics at this year's Dell tech conference What’s it like to attend Dell Tech World? According to Dell’s Global Client Executive, Roberto Cortez, it’s fatiguing but incredibly fruitful and beneficial. This week Chris chats with Roberto as they debrief about the conference. They talk about the main topics covered at the con…

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Episode 421: Impossible Monsters - Dinosaurs and Megafauna in Speculative Fiction 1:07:00

6d ago1:07:00

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Dinosaurs and prehistoric megafauna have been capturing human imagination for centuries. Certain myths may well have been partially shaped by the discovery of dinosaur bones, whilst our progressing understanding of the dinosaurs 180 million year reign and how it ended, has coloured our understanding of our own place in the natural order. No surpris…

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Mastering the 6 Key Components of Business Success 33:31

7d ago33:31

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To build a thriving business, you need to focus on six key components: vision, people, data, issues, process, and traction. Mark O'Donnell breaks down each component and shares practical tools for strengthening them in your organization. Learn how to create a clear vision, build a great team, make data-driven decisions, solve issues, streamline pro…

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Cloud breakthrough with NTT DATA's Charlie Li 35:21

8d ago35:21

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Charlie Li on enterprise approaches to cloud infrastructure What’s the real promise of moving to the cloud? And how did moving to the cloud become the solution to everyone’s problems? This week on Catalyst, Clinton is joined by Charlie Li, NTT DATA’s Senior Executive Vice President and Global Head of Cloud and Security Services, to discuss some of …

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Episode 420: Never Coming Home - The Moving Beyond Bereavement and Death is a Sad Thing Tropes 1:06:44

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Storytelling is a powerful tool for exploring difficult issues - both in terms of catharsis and also at a distance. This is especially true for death and bereavement. While the dragons have discussed grief in speculative fiction before, this week they are examining bereavement as a storytelling mode in its own right. How do you write bereavement in…

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The People Side of Product: On Building Collaborative Relationships 34:07

15d ago34:07

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Chris and Gina on how to build trust with clients Great product can only happen with trust. This week Chris and Gina sit down to chat about something that is arguably more important than fulfilling a contract - your relationship with your stakeholders. Chris and Gina share the dos and don'ts of stakeholder engagement so you can create an open dialo…

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Dr. Hilary Green on Juneteenth

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Juneteenth marks the date on June 19, 1865, when news of the Emancipation Proclamation finally reached the last remaining enslaved people in Texas. We talk with Davidson College historian Hilary Green about how Texas commemorations in the 19th century led to the declaration of a national holiday in 2021. We also get an overview of the Juneteenth ev…

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Episode 419: The Sun, the Moon & the Spindle - Tracing the Origins of Sleeping Beauty 1:38:38

20d ago1:38:38

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It's time for another episode in the fairytales in focus series and this week the dragons are delving into one of the best known and (inexplicably?) best beloved. The tale of the Sleeping Beauty has gone through many permutations over the centuries and most likely has an oral tradition that was even older. It has been co-opted by Medieval Romantic …

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Building a Billion-Dollar Business with Liz Elting 37:15

21d ago37:15

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Discover the inspiring story of Liz Elting, co-founder of TransPerfect, who built a billion-dollar language solutions company from an NYU dorm room. From focusing on profitability to hiring the right people and fostering innovation, Liz reveals the key elements that contributed to TransPerfect's success. Learn valuable lessons on scaling a business…

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One Gripe: With Jim Brusnahan 39:26

22d ago39:26

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Clarios’ Jim Brusnahan on his leadership ideology where you get to complain…but just once When Jim Brusnahan sees that his team is hurting or encountering blockers he invites them to a gripe session. They go around the table and share their complaints. As Global Functions IT Business Partnership Lead Jim is well versed in dealing with people, relat…

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Focus on Charlotte Bach Festival 2024

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Bach Akademie Charlotte’s 2024 Bach Festival returns to various locations around Charlotte and this year’s festival is called “Bach Akademie Charlotte Goes to Italy.” While it is indeed a Bach festival, it’s bookended by opening and closing concerts that focus on music from Italy, namely Vivaldi’s Four Seasons and Monteverdi’s Vespers of 1610 . We …

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Episode 418: the Dark Decent - Transforming a Hero into a Villain in SFF 1:26:06

27d ago1:26:06

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The villain who redeems themself is a highly popular trope, but so is it's mirror and sister trope - the hero who becomes the villain. Operating on the assumption that no one is born 'bad', this trope is an engaging look at how someone might gradually descend into villainy and not even realise until after they have arrived. This week, the dragons d…

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From the Archives: Design Led Exploration 37:36

29d ago37:36

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Clinton chats with Ash Howell and Dave Schell on how to involve design early on When should design be brought into the process? In this archived episode, we learn from NTT DATA’s own Dave Schell and Vectorform’s Ash Howell that it should be brought in as early as possible. They share tips on how to get the design conversation started early and why …

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Rodney Marsalis on Summer in the Springs

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Trumpeter Rodney Marsalis is a member of the famous New Orleans musical family and the leader of the Rodney Marsalis Philadelphia Big Brass. We talk to Marsalis about his career and the group's upcoming concert at Gardner-Webb University. Learn more about the Summer in the Springs with the Rodney Marsalis Philadelphia Big Brass Concert Pictured: Th…

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Episode 417: An Abundance of Janes and Cathys - Retellings of the classics and why they usually suck pt 2 1:23:22

1M ago1:23:22

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Nineteenth century novels remain rich fodder both for adaptation and complete reimagining. However, it is rarely as easy as writers and screenwriters believe to strike the balance between respect for the source material, alteration to provide accessibility for a modern audience and presenting the themes which made the book a classic in the first pl…

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From The Archives: On The Public Sector 30:04

1M ago30:04

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Gina, Natalie Kurz and Cathy LoDucato discuss the importance of digital development in the public sector All too often users come away from using a public sector website or app feeling frustrated and confused. In this archived episode, Gina is joined by Natalie Kurz and Cathy LoDuca to discuss the unique product challenges that are faced when worki…

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Episode 416: An Abundance of Janes and Cathys - Retellings of the classics and why they usually suck part 1 1:17:13

1M ago1:17:13

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Nineteenth century novels remain rich fodder both for adaptation and complete reimagining. However, it is rarely as easy as writers and screenwriters believe to strike the balance between respect for the source material, alteration to provide accessibility for a modern audience and presenting the themes which made the book a classic in the first pl…

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Product Portfolio: On the Stocks and Bonds Analogy 31:08

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Chris and Gina on looking at your business like a portfolio When it comes to personal finances bonds are generally low-risk and stable and stocks are high-risk, high-reward. Ideally you have a mix of both. Why not look at your business product portfolio in a similar way? This week Chris and Gina take a look at this analogy and talk about the import…

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Daniel Wiley on the Salisbury Symphony

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The Salisbury Symphony has been looking for a new music director this season, and they will audition their final candidate at their concert called "Hope and Lifting." Daniel Wiley will conduct the orchestra in music of Mendelssohn, Tchaikovsky, and Omar Thomas. Wiley is currently assistant conductor with the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra and Pops. …

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Episode 415: Seafarers, Swashbucklers and Chaotic Archaeologists - the evolution of Adventure Fiction 1:16:08

2M ago1:16:08

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From unlikely and surprisingly hardy explorers to accidental time travellers, adventure fiction combines the best of wonder and thrilling pace. Understandably seen as popcorn fiction by some due to its focus on pacey events and in-the-nick-of-time rescues, adventure fiction has a surprisingly long and distinguished pedigree. This week Jules and Mad…

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Deep Work: On Quality Over Quantity 30:12

2M ago30:12

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Chris and Clinton on how to focus more on less Some work days can feel like you’re stuck on a hamster wheel, you’re busy all day but then you realize that you haven’t moved an inch on any meaningful work. This week, Chris and Clinton help us get off the hamster wheel. Drawing on ideas from Cal Newport’s book Slow Productivity, they break down how y…

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Christopher James Lees on MERGE

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The Charlotte Symphony Orchestra is producing an immersive event called "Merge" that combines modern symphonic music with electronic dance music and synchronized visual projections. Resident Conductor Christopher James Lees talks about the symphony's foray into new territory and the collaboration that brought it to life. Learn more about the MERGE:…

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Episode 414: Seasons May Change - Stars Farmers & Wild Weather Calendars 1:22:57

2M ago1:22:57

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After a brief sabbatical, the dragons are back with an all new set of episodes! This week, Jules and Madeleine delve into the folkloric symbolism and the physical reality of the seasons. Many writers overlook the importance of the seasons, and the various levels on which we interact with them, which means they miss an easy opportunity for world bui…

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From the Archive: Frictionless Enterprise 40:19

2M ago40:19

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Nate Berent-Spillson on reducing friction and improving momentum In tech, change is a constant. In this archived episode, Nate Berent-Spillson, the author of Frictionless Enterprise, chats with Clinton about how to embrace change in your enterprise. What if instead of fighting change, you could use change as a driving force to empower innovation? I…

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Lorne Lassiter & Gary Ferraro on Craft Across Continents

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Charlotteans Lorne Lassiter and Gary Ferraro helped found the former Mint Museum of Craft and Design in uptown. They've also donated dozens of pieces from their own collection. The exhibit "Craft Across Continents" features many of those works in glass, wood, ceramics, and textiles. On this edition of the Piedmont Arts podcast, we tour the exhibit …

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CancerBuddy: With Christina Merrill 30:10

2M ago30:10

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Christina Merrill on why and how she developed CancerBuddy Being diagnosed with cancer or supporting a friend or family member through a cancer diagnosis can be a lonely thing. Luckily there is a new app that’s trying to change that. This week, Chris and Gina sit down with Christina Merrill, the President and CEO of the Bone Marrow and Cancer Found…

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Kalena Bovell on the Salisbury Symphony

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Kalena Bovell, a candidate for Salisbury Symphony Music Director, will lead the orchestra in a program called "Musical Inspirations." Bovell made her professional debut as the Chicago Sinfonietta's Assistant Conductor in 2015 and has led performances at the BBC Proms and the Kennedy Center. She also recently had her opera debut at Volcano Theatre w…

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Investing In Emerging Markets With Kevin T. Carter 39:30

2M ago39:30

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Why should you care about emerging markets? What are they anyway? Meet the expert, Kevin T. Carter. In this episode, he makes the case for why you should seriously look into placing a chunk of your portfolio into these untapped wells of opportunity. Specifically, he points to India as an especially promising arena for investors who are keen to do m…

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Paid vs Free: On the New Subscription Model 35:19

2M ago35:19

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Chris and Gina on what payment model works best for users Back in the day people paid for cable packages and big bundled deals. Then many products moved to a free, ad-supported model. Now it seems the industry is leaning somewhere in the middle. This week Chris and Gina talk about the history of product payment models and discuss current trends in …

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David Fisk on Charlotte Symphony Orchestra Endowment

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The Charlotte Symphony Orchestra (CSO) shared news that the organization has raised more than $40 million toward a goal of $50 million for its endowment. CSO President and CEO David Fisk discusses why having a significant endowment makes the orchestra stronger, and he provides details about the vital programs the endowment campaign will enable in t…

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Is Design Dead? 43:50

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NTT Data’s Dave and Chappell join Chris to debrief on an important question: is design dead? Bringing the slack discussion into the real world - NTT Data’s David and Chappell Ellison discuss the state of design with host Chris LoSacco. Sparked from the article “The big design freak-out” by Robert Fabricant, the three grapple with the state of desig…

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Tom Gabbard on Blumenthal Arts

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Charlotte's nonprofit Blumenthal Arts hosts touring Broadway shows, symphony concerts and the ballet, among other things. But it's also branching out to other kinds of events, like the Immersive Van Gogh exhibit a couple of years ago. David Boraks talks with Blumenthal Arts CEO Tom Gabbard about another big immersive exhibit coming to Charlotte and…

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Municipal Bonds: Demystifying Tax-Free Income With Gregory Torretti 29:49

3M ago29:49

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Welcome to Season 4, Episode 5 of Meet the Expert® with Elliot Kallen! Ever dreamt of tax-free income? This episode dives deep into the world of municipal investing with Gregory Torretti from American Century Investments. We crack open the secrets of municipal bonds, explore their tax advantages, and discover how they can fit into your investment s…

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Making Maps Easy: With Felt 34:47

3M ago34:47

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Loren Baxter from Felt on how to build maps for the browser Making maps is no easy feat, there’s large data sets and layers upon layers of spatial information. Luckily, Felt is simplifying the art of map making. This week, Loren Baxter, the Head of Design at Felt, joins Clinton to chat about developing a collaborative, web-based app that is democra…

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Rick Thurmond on Charlotte Shout!

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The Charlotte Shout! festival is produced by Charlotte Center City Partners and showcases Charlotte's creativity, innovation, diversity, and resilience. It includes music acts, art installations, community conversations, culinary events, and more. We talk to Rick Thurmond from Charlotte Center City Partners about the festival's importance to our cu…

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Open Talent Revolution with John Winsor 47:07

3M ago47:07

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Author and entrepreneur John Winsor discusses the open talent landscape with Clinton. In this episode Clinton discusses the future of work with John Windsor, a renowned expert on open talent, author and entrepreneur. They explore how enterprises are adopting a blended workforce, integrating full-time employees with freelancers and third-party provi…

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Professor Jennifer Stasack on Davidson’s Digital Composers

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Traditionally, composers have written music with a group of musicians in mind, painstakingly transcribing or notating their ideas as sheet music. But these days, many work on a computer loaded with a digital library of instruments and sounds. That’s the case for the next generation of composers in training at Davidson College. We visit with music p…

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The Best Sales People? Givers, Not Takers 38:36

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Gina and Chris start with the premise that we are all salespeople, whether the word is in our title or not. If you’re delivering the product, you’re selling. If you’re asking your boss for a promotion, you’re selling. If you’re trying to persuade your kid to go to the museum - you’re selling! But in this episode Chris and Gina argue that what motiv…

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Dr. Scott MacLeod on Piedmont Opera

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The Marriage of Figaro considered one of the greatest operas of all time, is billed as a comic opera but addresses serious themes such as tension between the social classes. Find out more about this masterpiece, and its important place in history by listening to a conversation with Dr. Scott MacLeod, associate professor of music and director of Hig…

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Micah Deer on One Voice Chorus

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One Voice Chorus was founded in Charlotte in 1990 to bring together lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and LGBTQIA+ affirming people to celebrate their lives through song. Since that time the chorus has grown in membership from 25 to more than 90 singers. Executive Director Micah Deer fills us in on the organization's history, purpose, and progra…

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