Best David Schuman Podcasts (2024)

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Special Books Edition: An Interview with Bradley Podliska, Author of Fire Alarm: The Investigation of the U.S. House Select Committee on Benghazi 23:32

28d ago23:32

23:32

This topic of this special episode of the Understanding Congress podcast is a recent book by a former Hill staffer. It is titled Fire Alarm: The Investigation of the U.S. House Select Committee on Benghazi (Lexington Books, 2023) The author is Bradley F. Podliska is an Assistant Professor of Military and Security Studies at the U.S. Air Force Air C…

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Jessica DeFino: Beauty Beyond the Bottle 37:22

29d ago37:22

37:22

Today, our guest is an award-winning beauty reporter and critic whom you might have stumbled upon while reading her super popular newsletter, The Unpublishable, which, as HuffPost says, "basically gives the middle finger to the entire beauty industry." Writing about what the beauty industry won’t tell you, Jessica DeFino has built an identity as a …

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Jessica DeFino: Beauty Beyond the Bottle 37:22

1M ago37:22

37:22

Today, our guest is an award-winning beauty reporter and critic whom you might have stumbled upon while reading her super popular newsletter, The Unpublishable, which, as HuffPost says, "basically gives the middle finger to the entire beauty industry." Writing about what the beauty industry won’t tell you, Jessica DeFino has built an identity as a …

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Dhiraj Mukherjee: Optimism Defines the Future 41:28

2M ago41:28

41:28

This week's episode of Simplify brings you a special collaboration: a conversation with Dhiraj Mukherjee, who is not only the entrepreneur behind Shazam (the app we all love and use so much!), but also a devoted impact investor focused on social good.Drawing from his experience at Shazam, Dhiraj learned firsthand that the best way to predict the fu…

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Dhiraj Mukherjee: Optimism Defines the Future 41:28

2M ago41:28

41:28

This week's episode of Simplify brings you a special collaboration: a conversation with Dhiraj Mukherjee, who is not only the entrepreneur behind Shazam (the app we all love and use so much!), but also a devoted impact investor focused on social good. Drawing from his experience at Shazam, Dhiraj learned firsthand that the best way to predict the f…

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Why Can’t Congress Budget Responsibly? (with Rep. David Schweikert) 32:50

2M ago32:50

32:50

The topic of this episode is “Why is Congress struggling to manage the nation’s finances?” My guest is Representative David Schweikert of Arizona. He was first elected to Congress in 2011. Prior to that, he was a businessman, served in Arizona’s state legislature, and as Maricopa County Treasurer. He is a Republican and holds a seat on the Ways and…

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Cole Kazdin: Health is Not a Size 37:52

2M ago37:52

37:52

Although we're at the tail end of 2024's symbolic new beginning, we're still confronted with the flood of discounted "detoxes," "cleanses," gym promotions touting a "New Year, new you," and the latest buzzword, "resets." Despite our desire to think that fad diets are relics of the past and that we have collectively moved away from diet culture, we …

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Cole Kazdin: Health is Not a Size 37:52

2M ago37:52

37:52

Although we're at the tail end of 2024's symbolic new beginning, we're still confronted with the flood of discounted "detoxes," "cleanses," gym promotions touting a "New Year, new you," and the latest buzzword, "resets." Despite our desire to think that fad diets are relics of the past and that we have collectively moved away from diet culture, we …

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Acquired's David Rosenthal: 3 Secrets of the World's Most Successful Businesses 55:01

3M ago55:01

55:01

Today, we bring you Simplify's first ever crossover episode with the #1 Technology show on Apple Podcasts and Spotify: Acquired!For nearly 9 years David Rosenthal—today's guest—and his co-host Ben have been sharing the strategies and history of 200+ of the world's most successful businesses. From Sequoia to Sony, through to TSMC, Amazon, The New Yo…

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Acquired's David Rosenthal: 3 Secrets of the World's Most Successful Businesses 55:01

3M ago55:01

55:01

Today, we bring you Simplify's first ever crossover episode with the #1 Technology show on Apple Podcasts and Spotify: Acquired! For nearly 9 years David Rosenthal—today's guest—and his co-host Ben have been sharing the strategies and history of 200+ of the world's most successful businesses. From Sequoia to Sony, through to TSMC, Amazon, The New Y…

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What Is Legislative Effectiveness? (with Craig Volden) 24:38

3M ago24:38

24:38

The topic of this episode is, “What is legislative effectiveness?” We voters often say that we want our senators and members of Congress to do things, and preferably, the right things. We tend to dislike it when we see people on Capitol Hill who are all talk and no action. And in theory, we should vote out of office those lawmakers who are ineffect…

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Amy Key: Romance Isn't Everything 32:57

3M ago32:57

32:57

In 1971, Joni Mitchell released Blue, an album teeming with stories of a life shaped by romance, desire, longing, and the default path of sharing life with another person. The ideal might persist to this day, but what happens if the romance we are told will give life meaning... never shows up? How gorgeous and fulfilling can we make our lives, sans…

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Amy Key: Romance Isn't Everything 32:57

3M ago32:57

32:57

In 1971, Joni Mitchell released Blue, an album teeming with stories of a life shaped by romance, desire, longing, and the default path of sharing life with another person. The ideal might persist to this day, but what happens if the romance we are told will give life meaning... never shows up? How gorgeous and fulfilling can we make our lives, sans…

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Steven Petrow: Get Old With Grace 25:43

3M ago25:43

25:43

We might say that “age is just a number,” but if we're really honest with ourselves, a lot of us still think of “old” people as stubborn hoarders who eat dinner (too) early and are forever talking about their aches and pains. Why is that? And could there be another way?These questions prompted Steven Petrow, an award-winning journalist and author t…

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What Is the State of the Union Address, and Why Does Congress Host It? (with Matt Glassman) 21:36

4M ago21:36

21:36

The topic of this episode is, What is the State of the Union Address, and Why Does Congress Host It? Once per year, the President of the United States comes to the U.S. Capitol to deliver a speech known as the State of the Union Address. Usually this happens in late January or early February, but it has occurred as late as March 1. Both members of …

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Katherine Morgan Schafler: Perfectionism is a Gift 35:31

5M ago35:31

35:31

What do people mean when they say, 'I'm a perfectionist'? The colloquial and widespread opinion would sound like this: A perfectionist is someone who desires everything to be perfect at all times and becomes upset when things aren't perfect. This definition is often followed by the (generic) advice that the best way for them to set themselves free …

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Katherine Morgan Schafler: Perfectionism is a Gift 35:31

4M ago35:31

35:31

What do people mean when they say, 'I'm a perfectionist'? The colloquial and widespread opinion would sound like this: A perfectionist is someone who desires everything to be perfect at all times and becomes upset when things aren't perfect. This definition is often followed by the (generic) advice that the best way for them to set themselves free …

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What Is Congressional Capacity, and Why Does It Matter? (with Kevin Kosar) 19:46

5M ago19:46

19:46

The topic of this episode is, “What is congressional capacity, and why does it matter?” As regular listeners know, almost inevitably I have a guest on my show. But this episode, you get just me. The reason is simple: I have been working on congressional capacity for years, and I would like to share my thoughts and hear your feedback. Kevin Kosar: W…

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Minaa B: Heal Through Connection 36:19

5M ago36:19

36:19

When we experience a traumatic event or decide to pursue healing, what often follows is the tendency to isolate and hide from the world. Shame, exclusion, and the feeling that no one understands remain intertwined with the term "healing." However, this can and should be different—and that 's the message licensed social worker and therapist Minaa B.…

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Minaa B: Heal Through Connection 36:19

5M ago36:19

36:19

When we experience a traumatic event or decide to pursue healing, what often follows is the tendency to isolate and hide from the world. Shame, exclusion, and the feeling that no one understands remain intertwined with the term "healing." However, this can and should be different—and that 's the message licensed social worker and therapist Minaa B.…

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Steven Petrow: Get Old With Grace 25:31

6M ago25:31

25:31

We might say that “age is just a number,” but if we're really honest with ourselves, a lot of us still think of “old” people as stubborn hoarders who eat dinner (too) early and are forever talking about their aches and pains. Why is that? And could there be another way? These questions prompted Steven Petrow, an award-winning journalist and author …

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S3E10 - Quantum Healing and Kambo with Rebecca Keating 54:50

6M ago54:50

54:50

S3E10 - Quantum Healing and Kambo with Rebecca Keating Join Corene Summers, founder of Artisan Farmacy and Reiki Master, and her cohost Alex Terranova, founder of DreamMason and Author of Fictional Authenticity, as they sit down with Anna Choi. Rebecca Keating is the visionary behind Shaman Sisters®, a renowned international platform recognized for…

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Delegates to the House of Representatives: Who Are They and What Do They Do? (with Elliot Mamet) 21:23

6M ago21:23

21:23

The topic of this episode is, “Delegates to the House of Representatives: who are they and what do they do?” My guest is Elliot Mamet. He is a Postdoctoral Research Associate and Lecturer at the Princeton School of Public and International Affairs. Previously, he served as an American Political Science Association Congressional Fellow. Elliot holds…

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S3E9 - Alchemical Accupuncture and Body Work with Yamin Chehin 1:06:02

6M ago1:06:02

1:06:02

S3E9 - Alchemical Acupuncture and Body Work with Yamin Chehin Join Corene Summers, founder of Artisan Farmacy and Reiki Master, and her cohost Alex Terranova, founder of DreamMason and Author of Fictional Authenticity, as they sit down with Anna Choi. Yamin Chehin, adept in the roles of a Council trainer, facilitator, and doctor of Chinese Medicine…

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Gustavo Razzetti: Adapt and Succeed in a Hybrid Workplace 36:45

6M ago36:45

36:45

In the post-pandemic era, the debate over whether or not to return to the office seems far from settled — and yet, the push to bring employees back to the office is growing more aggressive. Amazon issued a warning to staff not long ago. Google is factoring employees’ in-office attendance into their performance reviews. And ironically, working from …

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Gustavo Razzetti: Adapt and Succeed in a Hybrid Workplace 36:45

6M ago36:45

36:45

In the post-pandemic era, the debate over whether or not to return to the office seems far from settled — and yet, the push to bring employees back to the office is growing more aggressive. Amazon issued a warning to staff not long ago. Google is factoring employees’ in-office attendance into their performance reviews. And ironically, working from …

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S3E8 - Mastering Energy Work with Anna Choi 47:17

6M ago47:17

47:17

S3E8 - Mastering Energy Work with Anna Choi Join Corene Summers, founder of Artisan Farmacy and Reiki Master, and her cohost Alex Terranova, founder of DreamMason and Author of Fictional Authenticity, as they sit down with Anna Choi. Anna is an accomplished Energy Coach, TEDx Speaker, and Forbes Author, and has dedicated herself to elevating the hu…

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S3E7 - Reincarnation and the Power of Touch with Tian Mu 44:40

6M ago44:40

44:40

S3E6 - Reincarnation and the Power of Touch with Tian Mu Join Corene Summers, founder of Artisan Farmacy and Reiki Master, and her cohost Alex Terranova, founder of DreamMason and Author of Fictional Authenticity, as they sit down with Tian Mu. With 17 years of experience as the founder of a game development studio and a successful foray into launc…

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Elise Hu: Beauty is Personal and Political 32:46

7M ago32:46

32:46

Our obsession with beauty and appearance may be deeply rooted, but at this moment, things seem to be reaching a whole new level. Facetune and features like skin smoothing, jaw reduction, and eye enhancement that are standard on social apps like Snapchat, TikTok, and even Zoom, as well as the ubiquitous advertisements for a flawless face and body, a…

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Elise Hu: Beauty is Personal and Political 32:46

7M ago32:46

32:46

Our obsession with beauty and appearance may be deeply rooted, but at this moment, things seem to be reaching a whole new level. Facetune and features like skin smoothing, jaw reduction, and eye enhancement that are standard on social apps like Snapchat, TikTok, and even Zoom, as well as the ubiquitous advertisements for a flawless face and body, a…

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S3E6 - StarMagic & The Quantum Field with Jerry Sargeant 1:05:18

7M ago1:05:18

1:05:18

S3E6 - StarMagic & The Quantum Field with Jerry Sargeant Join Corene Summers, founder of Artisan Farmacy and Reiki Master, and her cohost Alex Terranova, founder of DreamMason and Author of Fictional Authenticity, as they sit down with Jerry Sargeant. Jerry Sargeant, widely recognized as 'The Facilitator,' stands as a prominent global Trainer for H…

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A Quick Note 0:57

7M ago0:57

0:57

Hi! We're taking a publication break this week. But never fear—we'll be back next week with a new full episode! And while we're here, could you please review Simplify on Apple Podcasts? New reviews help new listeners discover the show—which is good for everybody. So, if Simplify means something to you, or has helped you over the years, or you’ve le…

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S3E5 - Galactic Entities, Womb and Vibrational Healing with Rachel Te Wano 1:09:47

7M ago1:09:47

1:09:47

S3E5 - Galactic Entities, Womb, and Vibrational Healing with Rachel Te Wano Join Corene Summers, founder of Artisan Farmacy and Reiki Master, and her cohost Alex Terranova, founder of DreamMason and Author of Fictional Authenticity, as they sit down with Rachel Te Wano. Rachel Te Wano is a highly regarded womb shaman and soul healer dedicated to gu…

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