Forbes Under 30 podcast is about young innovators, disruptors and entrepreneurs. This weekly show, hosted by Steve Goldbloom, features guests who are taking big chances to achieve the not-so-small goal of changing the world.
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Matt Perez and Satchell Drakes dig into the curious and intellectual aspects of video games and the medium's impact on the world. Erik Kain and Paul Tassi discuss the week's relevant video game news and new releases.
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Women from multiple generations share their "wow, you need to know this" stories that propelled their careers. Women you may never meet will become your mentors. Forbes contributor, author and entrepreneur Denise Restauri, invites you into her NYC apartment to tap into her conversations with successful women who are sharing vulnerable moments. From high points, to when good ideas go bad, to moments of sudden insight when you just know you have to risk it all. We have advice for all of them.
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Paul and Erik discuss the long journey Hello Games has taken from the launch of No Man's Sky in 2016 to the big 'Next' update that launched this week.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Best of – Rachel Sumekh – originally week of 11/22/2017 – Swipe left, when it comes to hunger on campus.
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Rachel Sumekh, CEO and founder of Swipe Out Hunger, wants you to be a starfish, not a spider. Steve talks with Rachel about the success Swipe out Hunger is having on 100 college campuses, organizing students to donate their unused meal points to students who need them. And Rachel has strong advice on how you can bring your power to the table, and a…
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Erik and Paul talk about the state of Fortnite: Battle Royale as the game crosses the $1 billion mark and tries to stake out a place in the esports business.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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FORBES UNDER THIRTY BEST OF FOR WEEK OF 7/16 “Micah Hendler – still planting seeds of peace” – (aired on 6/1 2017)
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As founder of the YMCA Jerusalem Youth Chorus, Micah Hendler found an artistic salve to conflict by creating a group of young Israeli and Palestinian talents.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Speed Running- The Growth of a Gaming Community
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Matt and Satchell talk to cofounder & co-owner of the Yetee Glen Oneil. They discuss the emerging Speed Running gaming phenomenon, the Games Done Quick event, and the future of this growing gaming community.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…
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Nintendo Switch vs PS4 vs Xbox One: The State Of The Console Wars In 2018
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Erik and Paul talk about the current console generation: Why investors are spooked about the Nintendo Switch, and why a more competitive Xbox One would be good for PlayStation gamers, too.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…
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Caitlin Strandberg – a different kind of rock star.
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Caitlin is a 30 Under 30 Alum, and is currently a Principal on Lerer Hippeau’s Investment team. Steve Goldbloom has an energetic chat with her about the importance of passion and determination, and why being a coxswain is great training for a successful entrepreneur.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at ht…
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What Fortnite's Rocket Launch Means For Season 5
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Paul and Erik talk about the huge one-time live event in Fortnite this past weekend and what it could mean for the upcoming season.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Annie Lawless shares her journey from Suja to “Lawless Beauty” and explains how passion is her key to success.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Matt talks to founder Javier Gimenez of Moonlighter about the influence and addictive gaming experience of Moonlighter. Listen to this in depth look at the development of this debut game from Digital Sun Games.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…
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Erik and Paul talk about Destiny 2's upcoming expansion, Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 and Battlefield 5, and what to expect from this year's biggest shooters.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Mehak Vohra’s fast journey from the halls of Purdue, to the streets of San Francisco to launch Jamocha Media.
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Mehak Vohra is a Gen Z expert who runs an influencer agency. She's also a vlogger, growth-hacker, Weird Al fan, and mayoral candidate. Straight from VidCon, meet the 21 year old of the moment, and LinkedIn's star creator, Mehak Vohra.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-se…
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Erik & Paul discuss how you can play Fortnite across multiple platforms and how Sony isn't playing nice!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Mayor Michael Tubbs And His Life Of (Mostly) Green Lights
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Mayor Michael Tubbs was raised by a single-teenage mother and his grandmother in a rough part of Stockton, CA with an incarcerated dad. Now, he’s the youngest and first African-American mayor of his hometown. At 27, the Stanford grad has been immersed in civic service including interning at the White House, serving as a city council member and now …
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The spectacle that is E3 has come and gone, and Matt Perez and Satchell Drakes take some time to talk about their main takeaways, from the fervor behind Fortnite, to Nintendo's dipping stock, to the oddities of Sony's press conference.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-s…
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Alberto Altamirano Is Connecting Citizens and Government Through Tech
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Inspired by the smart city movement, Alberto Altamirano cofounded Cityflag, a civic technology company. Altamirano says it’s the first social network for 311 services, where citizens can more easily connect with government to report a variety of issues in the neighborhood, like potholes or power outages, by using various tools, including dynamic ma…
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Erik Kain and Paul Tassi go over all the big E3 press conferences and discuss the best games and most cringe-worthy presentations from the show.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Varun Sivaram Warns That Solar Power Without Innovation Will Flounder
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Varun Sivaram, is a Forbes 30 Under-30 listee in Law and Policy, a Philip D. Reed fellow for science and technology at the Council on Foreign Relations and author of the soon-to-be-published book, "Digital Decarbonization." Hear Sivaram talk about specific ways to ensure solar energy thrives and what’s standing in its way.See Privacy Policy at http…
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Matt and Satchell speak with Michael Pachter, a video game, social media, digital media and electronics analyst with Wedbush Securities about the video-game trade show conference E3 and whether or not the conference is relevant. Then, @37:00, Erik Kain and Paul Tassi talk about E3 as well, but their focus is more on the biggest games coming out thi…
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Original ‘Hamilton’ Cast Member Places Priority On Empathy
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Hear original “Hamilton” cast member, Okieriete "Oak" Onaodowan sit down with Zack O’Malley Greenburg at the Forbes Under-30 Summit last year. He talks about the golden, nascent days of the smash hit, how he found The Theatre and what it was like to have Vice President Mike Pence come to the show. Plus, hear about his commitment to spreading the wo…
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Matt and Satchell speak with Tristan Donovan, author of 'It's All A Game' and writer of the current chapter of the 'Business Wars' podcast about the intense rivalry between Nintendo and Sony -- which we hear all about. Also @ 28:50 Erik and Paul discuss the 'Battlefield 5' reveal and why it's drummed up controversy online.See Privacy Policy at http…
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No Cow Founder On Leaping From A One-Man-Show To General Mills
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Hear how the spirited Daniel Katz, founder of No Cow, applied his relentless focus to build up his million-dollar company almost single-handedly by age 21, the hard-earned business lessons he’s learned along the way and why dropping out of college made total sense to him (and eventually his parents).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy a…
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Today Satchell Drakes speaks with Forrest Lee, the award-winning producer and long-standing editor behind hundreds of gaming media’s most influential videos to discuss storytelling amongst the gaming enthusiast press and its uniquely dominant role in the gaming industry.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice a…
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Move Over Kale, Kuli Kuli Has Brought Moringa To Market
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A Peace Corps stint cut short by a terrorist attack in Niger didn’t stop Lisa Curtis’s dream of bringing the super green, Moringa, to the United States.Hear Curtis, founder and CEO of Kuli Kuli, talk about building up her business, setbacks that made her think the end was nigh -- and when she decided the time was right to quit her day job.See Priva…
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Satchell Drakes and Matt Perez ponder the surprisingly difficult question of how they actually decide on what games to buy and play. Reviews, friend recommendations, online algorithms? And, @33:09, Erik Kain and Paul Tassi talk about the crazy success of Fortnite's 4th season and how other game companies like Bungie need to start taking note.See Pr…
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Touch Of Modern Site Hawks The Unique To Men
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E-commerce site Touch of Modern hopes to take the modern man to the next level of cool by curating items from LED canvas art to silk ties. Hear from cofounder and CEO Jerry Hum about building the company with his three other cofounders and how they stay ahead of the next trend.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy N…
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Delane Parnell Is Legitimizing ESports In High Schools
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Hear Matt speak with Delane Parnell, CEO of PlayVS, an official esports league for 20,000 high schools. Students can play esports for a state championship like other sports and be recognized by their state association. Plus, at 30:50, Erik and Paul talk about the fate of the loot boxes trend.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Calif…
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Ava Science Takes On The Fertility Space With A Bracelet
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Lea von Bidder, cofounder and CEO of Ava Science, has babies on her mind. That is, how to get her company’s medical device, a fertility bracelet that tracks nine different physiological factors, into as many people’s lives that have babies on their minds. Hear von Bidder talk about how to find compatible cofounders, raising money in male-dominated …
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When Does Gaming Turn From Hobby To Addiction?
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Ever think you’re spending too much time climbing the ladder in League of Legends or too much money on gold in Clash of Clans? Could those feelings ever reach a point of addiction? Satchell Drakes and Matt Perez learn more about the science of addiction in relation to gaming and its effects on the brain with Peter Gray, a research professor at Bost…
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Jonny Pops Cofounders Keep It Simple With Their 'Smoothies On A Stick'
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It all started with a blender, an ice tray, toothpicks and fresh food -- in a college dorm room. Hear from Jonny Pop cofounders, Erik Brust and Connor Wray about growing their business, competing in an impacted space and how they learned to spot the best strawberry.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at htt…
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Cosplay has become more than a fan’s way of expressing their love for a character. As a celebrated, full-time cosplayer and seamstress with a background in theatrical design, Heidi O'Ferrall has worked with the likes of Nintendo and travels across the country to judge and display cosplay for enthusiasts and professionals alike. Despite its undeniab…
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Chloe Coscarelli On Cupcakes To Cookbooks
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Chloe Coscarelli made her mark with an award-winning cupcake. Now, she's published four cookbooks, the latest of which hit the bookshelves just a couple of months ago. Hear all about the recipes of "Chloe Flavor", the labor that goes into creating a cookbook -- and how Coscarelli has trained herself to turn any frown upside down.See Privacy Policy …
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Video Games Sound Design Deserve Some Of The Spotlight
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Often overlooked and taken for granted, sound design in video games plays a powerful role. Hear Matt and Satchell speak with Carlye Nyte, sound designer at Camouflage. Also, @42:51 Erik Kain and Paul Tassi discuss their first impressions of the incredible, new PS4 exclusive, God of War.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California …
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Amanda Slavin Of Catalyst Creativ Is Disrupting How To Raise Companies To The Next Level
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The vivacious Amanda Slavin is cofounder and leader of Catalyst Creativ, an “experience studio” with expertise in marketing, events and design. Prioritizing solving internal pain points before creating on and offline campaigns, Catalyst Creativ digs deep into a company's DNA. Hear Slavin talk about running a holocratic-style company, her thoughtful…
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A collaboration between four friends, Minit is a monochromatic top-down adventure game where you drop dead every 60 seconds. The team behind the title deftly uses what could be a grating gimmick as a way to create an infectious blend of speedrunning and environmental puzzle solving.Matt Perez and Satchell Drakes speak with Jan Willem Nijman, ‘Minit…
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Solar Head Of State Is Putting Panels On Prominent Government Buildings
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James Ellsmoor is the director of Solar Head of State, an organization that wants to raise awareness about the advantages of solar power by installing solar photovoltaic systems on high-profile buildings - like government and public structures.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy…
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Matt and Satchell talk about the level of comportment gamers need to uphold - particularly once they have mass followings and the backing of brands. At 35:24, Paul Tassi and Erik Kain kick 'Far Cry 5' around again - this time after they've had a week to play it.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https:/…
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Sarah Flint Is Luxury Shoe Designer For The Masses
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Her shoes caught the eye of Cindy Crawford, an early investor, and from there the momentum kicked in. Now, celebrities including Meghan Markle, Scarlett Johansson and Amal Clooney are sporting her kicks. After establishing her name at high-end department stores, Flint changed her business model to sell her shoes direct to consumer, which makes the …
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As it stands, gaming news coverage, gameplay and analysis occupy the highest rank of viewership, retention, minutes watched and revenue earned on YouTube and similar viewing platforms. But what’s the situation with livestreaming? With Amazon’s acquisition of lead video streaming service Twitch alongside the advent of eSports occupying the broadcast…
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Award-winning Chef Chris Coombs owns and runs some of Boston's hottest restaurants through his company, Boston Urban Hospitality. Hear his non-traditional path to success, that included a stint working at a broiled haddock hole in the wall at the age of eleven. Coombs made the Forbes 30 Under 30 Food list in 2012.See Privacy Policy at https://art19…
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What Role Do You Play In Multiplayer Games?
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Matt Perez and Satchell Drakes talk community and multiplayer games. What role do you play? How do you interact with other players? Is your play style at all reflected in your real life? We'll also hear from Dmitri Williams, USC associate professor at the Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism, who studies online communities, about his t…
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Emily Warren Stays Close To The Earth As Her Star Ascends
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Her vocals are praised. Her songwriting has garnered her a Grammy. She's written for high-end artists including: Shawn Mendes, Melanie Martinez and The Chainsmokers. She wrote a love letter that went terribly wrong. Hear all about this 25-year-old New Yorker who clings to creating emotionally-rooted songs while grappling with the necessity of hit m…
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The Link Between Cryptocurrency And Video Games
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Blockchain! A topic so trendy, companies haphazardly pepper it into press releases in order to jack up stock prices!Video games are, of course, not immune to the crypto fever. And in fact, there’s a lot in common between the two.Matt Perez and Forbes Contributor Dave Thier talk about the different segments linking the blockchain and gaming, from th…
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Cora Challenges The Status Quo Of Period Products
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Molly Hayward, co-founder of Cora, set out to make safe period products for women by using organic and ethically-sourced ingredients -- with an eye for design too. Hear how Hayward took those first baby business steps, what it meant to find a co-founder and why having a social enterprise focus is critical to the Cora brand.See Privacy Policy at htt…
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Fortnite Vs. PUBG Is The Latest In Gaming’s Fanboy Feuds
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Fortnite Vs. PUBG. PlayStation Vs. Xbox. Mario Vs. Sonic. Why do fans fight tooth and nail over their preferred variation on a genre? Good question, hypothetical inquisitor!Satchell Drakes and Matt Perez talk about gaming’s fevered feuds between fans and their own experiences in the fray. Also, Tiffany Barnett White, an associate professor of busin…
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MDMflow Is Building A Beauty Brand To Flatter All Shades Of Skin
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In 2013, Florence Adepoju was whipping up lipsticks, one at a time by hand, in her parents’ garden shed while studying cosmetic science at London College of Fashion. Now, her vibrant and unusual colors, inspired by hip-hop culture, are sold online and at retailers. Hear how Adepoju, founder and CEO of MDMflow, went from curious, to scientist to bus…
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Preserving Gaming History One Book At A Time
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With so much of gaming living as zeroes and ones on servers, the idea of losing history in a blink of an idea is a devastating reality. The topic of preservation is an ongoing discussion in the industry, and one of the best defenses may be writing those experiences down on paper.Satchell Drakes and Matt Perez discuss the issues of preservation in t…
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Shine Delivers A Daily Dose Of Support To Your Phone
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Meet Marah Lidey and Naomi Hirabayashi, cofounders of Shine, an app that sends you a daily thought crafted to lift you up, like what you might expect from your friends that care about you the most.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…
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Hear Matt and Satchell fess up to the amount of precious time spent playing the games. But, perhaps their self-conscious guilt is misplaced? Pamela Rutledge, Ph.D., director of the Media Psychology Research Center, puts the binge-absorption of media into perspective. Plus @37:08, Paul Tassi and Erik Kain discuss why Hollywood can't seem to make a g…
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Coveteur Cofounder Takes You Into Cool People's Closets
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Jake Rosenberg, co-founder and creative director of Coveteur, wants you to consider the online magazine your style-ly friend that has all the insider knowledge of what to wear, where to go and creative people to inspire you. Hear how Coveteur grew from its humble Toronto-living room roots to leveraging the then nascent social network to work with g…
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