Best Heidi Matthews Podcasts (2024)

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How Project 2025 Will Ruin Your Life with Andra Watkins, bestselling author. 41:30

2h ago41:30

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From the Freedom Over Fascism Archives: Stephanie speaks with Andra Watkins, author of the substack "How Project 2025 Will Ruin Your Life." We spoke earlier in the year about the coded Christian Nationalist language in Project 2025. Even with all the craziness over the democratic ticket, we need to be talking about Republican plans for governing, w…

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Episode 27: Using adventure for self-discovery and feeling fully alive with Scott MacKillop 1:06:08

2h ago1:06:08

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Welcome back to the On Adventure Podcast! I'm your host, Josh Self, and today I had the pleasure of speaking with Scott MacKillop, a seasoned financial professional and avid outdoorsman. Despite our shared background in finance, our conversation veered away from the boardroom and delved into the thrilling world of outdoor adventures. Scott shared h…

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Holy Crap! Those Christian Nationalists believe some intense stuff, with Dr Matthew Taylor 1:02:51

2h ago1:02:51

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This episode from the archive features Dr. Matthew Taylor, a senior scholar at the Institute for Islamich-Christian-and Jewish Studies. We talk about the batshit crazy beliefs of Christian Nationalists, particularly the New Apostolic Reformation and Seven Mountains groups, and their proximity to Jan 6 and institutional power. See more newsletters a…

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Control Pod #1 - Bennett and Barr shoot the breeze 36:10

2d ago36:10

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CONTROL POD 1 - When circumstances prevent us from being able to perform an experiment, it's time for Control Pod. Tickets to Alexander's Edinburgh Fringe run https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/alexander-bennett-emotional-daredevil Follow the experiment (https://twitter.com/BYesterdayPod) Follow Andy Barr (https://twitter.com/SomeNiceFun) and Al…

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Hey Mom! Put the remote down and slowly back away from MSNBC 4:14

5d ago4:14

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This is the audio version of my substack newsletter, which you can read at www.freedomoverfascism.us. I'll continue to upload audio of my newsletters as bonus content going forward.By Stephanie Wilson

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F*CK White Patriarchal Men (old or young, not a lot of difference) 7:02

7d ago7:02

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Bonus episode: Audio of Stephanie's article on www.freedomoverfascism.us "F*CK White Patriarchal Men (old or young, not a lot of difference)." Please subscribe on substack to be notified of every article and podcast episode: www.freedomoverfascism.usBy Stephanie Wilson

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Heather Burright - The Unique Challenges for Non-Profit L&D 30:05

13d ago30:05

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In this episode, Heather and I chat about: - How do you navigate developing training while meeting the requirements for Non-profit grants? - What role does project management play in federated organizations? - How important is it for there to be a community collective for your unique work? Connect with Heather through LinkedIn and her business, Ski…

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Episode 26: Life is an Adventure, Plan for It with Terry Foxworth 57:36

15d ago57:36

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Get ready for an exhilarating ride in this episode of the On Adventure Podcast, where I chat with Terry Foxworth. Terry's journey is a testament to persistence, an unquenchable thirst for adventure, and a masterful balance between a professional career and an adventurous lifestyle. From the picturesque landscapes of South Carolina to the roaring ra…

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Batch 43: Lou Taylor and Paul Savage 1:03:16

16d ago1:03:16

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In this part of the experiment, the clones are joined by Paul Savage (https://x.com/comedysavage) and Lou Taylor (https://x.com/LouTaylorTrash) Tickets to Alexander's Edinburgh Fringe run https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/alexander-bennett-emotional-daredevil Follow the experiment (https://twitter.com/BYesterdayPod) Follow Andy Barr (https://tw…

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From the Hood to the Holler. Mason Kalinsky, organizer in Kentucky. (E 60) 23:22

17d ago23:22

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Mason Kalinsky is an organizer in Kentucky. He’s the director of Hood to the Holler, an organization founded by Charles Booker focused on leveraging momentum for positive change in Kentucky to build broad coalitions, breaking down barriers of race and class, and fueling a people centered movement to build power and transform our future. He organize…

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Christian Nationalism, Violence, and the Right with Dr. Heidi Beirich, Co-Founder Global Project Against Hate and Extremism (E 59) 43:31

23d ago43:31

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Stephanie chats with Dr. Heidi Beirich, the co-founder and chief strategy officer for Global Project Against Hate and Extremism. The authoritarian movements across the world share underlying discriminatory ideologies, and too often have been exported from the U.S. The consequence of the growth in these movements is violence and the dangerous integr…

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Episode 25: From the Shadows to the Spotlight with Joe Gray 1:10:21

1M ago1:10:21

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In this episode of the On Adventure Podcast, I sit down with Joe Gray, an exceptional athlete who turned challenges into triumphs. Joe shares his journey from growing up in Nashville, Tennessee, and attending the Tennessee School for the Blind to becoming a world-class athlete. With the support of dedicated mentors and his unwavering determination,…

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Batch 42: Milo Edwards and Charlie V Martin 1:06:07

1M ago1:06:07

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In this part of the experiment, the clones are joined by Milo Edwards (https://twitter.com/Milo_Edwards) and Charlie Vero-Martin (https://twitter.com/CharlieVMartin) Tickets to Alexander's Edinburgh Fringe run https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/alexander-bennett-emotional-daredevil Follow the experiment (https://twitter.com/BYesterdayPod) Follow…

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Coping with Hope. 58 Abby Kisicki, Gun Violence Prevention Organizer 29:04

1M ago29:04

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Abby Kisciki, a Gen Z alumna of Arena Academy (check out Ep. 47 Lauren Baer, Mg Dir), is an organizer for Newtown Action Alliance and gun violence prevention. We talk about coping with hope, and using hope responsibly, especially in gun violence prevention. Abby started getting involved in political advocacy as a college student and, after survivin…

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Raising Arizona. And Michigan. And all 50 states. Charles Gaba, ACA Data Analyst and Democratic Activist 28:10

1M ago28:10

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Stephanie talks to Charles Gaba, an ACA data analyst and activist who started raising money for Dem candidates online in 2018. He operates a simple website, blue24.org with links to slates of Democratic candidates on Act Blue that makes it easy to donate to several candidates at a time, or just one or two. In 2020, he raised a total of 6 million do…

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Episode 24: Stories Rather Than Regrets with Pete Ripmaster 1:17:17

2M ago1:17:17

1:17:17

Welcome back to the On Adventure podcast! In today's episode, we have an inspiring and candid conversation with Pete Ripmaster. Pete, now a seasoned ultra-endurance athlete, shares his journey from the highs and lows of his athletic pursuits to his personal battles and triumphs. In fact, it all started with a Couch-to-Marathon run, and he kept goin…

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Batch 41: Tom Bell and Ray Badran 1:11:39

2M ago1:11:39

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In this part of the experiment, the clones are joined by Tom Bell (https://www.instagram.com/tombellforever/?hl=en) and Ray Badran (https://www.instagram.com/raybadran/) Tickets to Alexander's Edinburgh Fringe run https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/alexander-bennett-emotional-daredevil Follow the experiment (https://twitter.com/BYesterdayPod) Fo…

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56. Mother’s Always Right. Nancy Thompson, Founder of Mothers Against Greg Abbott 49:19

2M ago49:19

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Stephanie chats with Nancy Thompson, founder and head of Mothers Against Greg Abbott about the fascism Texas is fighting right NOW, and how Nancy had enough, showed up with a sign to protest, and launched a movement that grows every time Greg Abbot, TX Gov, speaks. https://mothersagainstgregabbott.com/ Questions: sgwilson@gmail.com…

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55. Making Dems Competitive Everywhere: Madeline Eden, CTO Movement Labs and Contest Every Race 37:50

2M ago37:50

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Stephanie talks with Madeline Eden, CTO of Movement Labs and Contest Every Race. We’re letting 100,000 Republican candidates win every year without a challenger. We all know that when we put up Democratic candidates in state and local races, even in deeply red districts, more voters turn out, more people become engaged, and Democrats can win seats …

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Joseph Diaz - Bring your previous experience to new endeavors 37:32

2M ago37:32

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In this episode Joseph and I chat about: - Having to adopt new tools when pivoting to a new position - How to stomp down imposter syndrome when facilitating on a topic you're not as familiar with? - How to get more involved with your online community when you don't have a lot of real-world experience? Follow the show notes at: https://www.russellsw…

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Episode 23: Endurance Unleashed: From UltraMan to Personal Revelations with Van Fletcher 1:13:38

2M ago1:13:38

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Welcome back to another episode of the On Adventure Podcast, where I dive deep into the extraordinary tales of endurance and personal growth, probing why everyday explorers continue to push their own limits. In this episode, I reconnect with Van Fletcher, a dad, a real estate professional, and, oh yeah, a world class triathlete AND an ultraman comp…

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Batch 40: Dan Lees and Mikey Bligh Smith 1:03:41

2M ago1:03:41

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In this part of the experiment, the clones are joined by Dan Lees (https://www.instagram.com/danleesplease/) and Mikey Bligh Smith (https://www.instagram.com/mikeyblighsmith/) Tickets to Alexander's Edinburgh Fringe run https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/alexander-bennett-emotional-daredevil Follow the experiment (https://twitter.com/BYesterdayP…

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Living the Life of the World to Come 48:06

2M ago48:06

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Brian joins Michael Minkoff of Renew the Arts for a conversation about how imagination and art empower us to live like people of heaven. They also talk about Taylor Swift. Yes, you read that correctly. Learn more about Renew the Arts at https://renewthearts.org/. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/imaginationredeemed/…

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54. A Place to Call Home: Conversation with Shion Deysarkar, CEO of Unified social media community 36:17

2M ago36:17

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Stephanie chatted with Shion Desarkar about creating community among pro-democracy activists. Right now I know we’re on a billion social media platforms to try to reach people who will reach others in real life. The promise of Unified is that if activists have a single platform to talk to each other, we can learn from each other, contact each other…

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53. Paolo Cremidis, ED of Outrun Coalition on electing young and diverse candidates in rural areas to office. 43:13

2M ago43:13

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Stephanie talks to Paolo Cremidis about running candidates who are young and diverse in rural areas. Outrun coalition has gone from electing 6 candidates in upstate NY in 2020 to more than 470 across the country currently. They believe that anyone and everyone should run for office and reject the notion that rural=white. Here are a couple of organi…

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Jolene Jang - Being an Asian American Advocate at Work 50:45

3M ago50:45

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In this episode, Jolene and I discuss: - How do you introduce people to the conversation about race who are uncomfortable and have little experience? - How important is it to advocate for diversification at conferences? How do you advocate for it? - Why is it important to be familiar with not just your title of someone’s ethnicity/race/sexual orien…

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Episode 22: Beyond the Summit: Exploring the Depths with Kenton Cool 1:20:03

3M ago1:20:03

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*Credit Elia Saikaly - Kenton on the Everest summit In this episode of the On Adventure Podcast, I sit down with Kenton Cool, a legendary high-altitude climber with an incredible record of Everest ascents and a storied career in mountain exploration. Dive into a conversation that explores not only the physical heights of the world’s most formidable…

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Batch 39: Amy Matthews and Shalaka Kurup 1:07:27

2M ago1:07:27

1:07:27

In this part of the experiment, the clones are joined by Amy Matthews (https://twitter.com/AmyFMatthews) and Shalaka Kurup (https://linktr.ee/shalakakurup) Tickets to Alexander's Edinburgh Fringe run https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/alexander-bennett-emotional-daredevil Follow the experiment (https://twitter.com/BYesterdayPod) Follow Andy Barr…

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52. Dmitri Melhorn, co-founder of Invest in US on saving democracy from a funder’s point of view. 46:32

3M ago46:32

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Stephanie talks with Dmitri Melhorn, cofounder of the Invest in US investment fund with Reid Hoffman. Stephanie and Dmitri discuss what investments Melhorn believes are the most effective for President Biden to win in November. The organization invests in advocacy organizations, voter outreach groups, media outlets, electoral strategy groups, and o…

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51. Brianna Wu on Jew Hatred in the Progressive Movement since 10/7 43:21

3M ago43:21

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Stephanie speaks with Brianna Wu, a former congressional candidate in MA and present activist and fundraiser. They discuss running for office and post October 7 dynamics of the progressive movement, Jew-hatred, compassion, and inclusion. This was recorded before the events at Columbia, University (and other colleges and universities across the coun…

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Episode 21: No way out but through with Robbie Lenfestey 1:36:50

3M ago1:36:50

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In this captivating episode of the On Adventure podcast, host Josh Self interviews Robbie Lenfestey at his remarkable retreat, Mandala Springs, located in the scenic mountains outside Asheville, North Carolina. Robbie, a man of profound wisdom and thrilling life experiences, shares his extraordinary adventures that have taken him from being kidnapp…

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Batch 38: Ed Night and Derek Mitchell 1:12:03

3M ago1:12:03

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In this part of the experiment, the clones are joined by Ed Night (https://linktr.ee/ednightshows) and Derek Mitchell (https://www.instagram.com/derekscottmitchell/?hl=en) Tickets to Alexander's Soho Theatre Dates (29th and 30th April) https://sohotheatre.com/events/alexander-bennett-i-cant-stand-the-man-myself/ Follow the experiment (https://twitt…

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50. Andra Watkins, NYT Bestselling Author, on Christo-Fascism and Project 2025 41:30

3M ago41:30

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Stephanie talks to NYT Bestselling Author Andra Watkins about Project 2025 and its Christo-Fascist core. Watkins is the author of the substack newsletter, “How Project 2025 will Ruin Your Life,” which decodes the Heritage Foundation authoritarian playbook for a Trump or Republican presidency. Project 2025 is written in “evangelicalese,” coded so th…

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49. Brian Hansbury, Co-Founder of Media and Democracy Project on The Failing Legacy Media 47:47

3M ago47:47

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Stephanie talks to Brian Hansbury, one of the co-founders of Media and Democracy Project. They discuss what the corporate media is doing wrong, and how we can make a difference, participate in the Media and Democracy Project’s actions, and tell people we know IRL about what Republicans plan to do TO THEM if they win at the national level. www.media…

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Episode 78 - Enza Ciampanelli, Mie Cook, and Malena Maguiña from The Learning Exchange- Working with Adult Learners 22:12

3M ago22:12

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Welcome to Episode 1 of season 12! Today’s episode is in honour of Adult Learners’ Week, which takes place every year during the first week of April. Adult Learners' Week recognizes the perseverance and achievements of adult learners who may be returning to school or learning a new skill, while juggling other commitments. To celebrate, Jessica spea…

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Episode 20: Beyond limits while trailblazing the Wild with Adam Hill, Shaun Pope, Ryan James and Mark Looney 1:09:58

4M ago1:09:58

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I didn't know these fellas before our chat, but by the end it was clear we all come from the same tribe. In the latest episode of the On Adventure Podcast, we dove into a wild group conversation that ventured beyond the beaten path. Joined by Adam Hill, Shaun Pope, Ryan James, and Mark Looney, the dialogue unfolded amidst the rustic charm of Black …

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Batch 37: Richard Todd and Ben Alborough 1:10:07

3M ago1:10:07

1:10:07

In this part of the experiment, the clones are joined by Richard Todd (https://twitter.com/richardtoddtodd) and Ben Alborough (https://www.instagram.com/ben_alborough/?hl=en) Tickets to Alexander's Soho Theatre Dates (29th and 30th April) https://sohotheatre.com/events/alexander-bennett-i-cant-stand-the-man-myself/ Follow the experiment (https://tw…

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48, Tara McGowan, CEO and Publisher of Courier Newsroom on the importance of values and fact based journalism 46:23

4M ago46:23

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Stephanie talks to Tara McGowan, founder and publisher of Courier Newsroom and CEO of Good Information Inc., a civic incubator that invests in solutions to counter disinformation online. We talked about the need for values-based, pro-democracy news locally and nationally. Find Courier Newsroom and its newsletters at https://couriernewsroom.com/. **…

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Jonathan Hill - How to balance your passions with your projects 35:25

4M ago35:25

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In this episode, Jon and I chat about: - How to keep pop cultural references relevant towards learning - The importance of a community of practice - When and where to mix your passions with your work Follow the show notes at: https://www.russellsweep.com/hotseat See the videos at: https://www.instagram.com/ldhotseat/ Email us at: LDhotseat@gmail.co…

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47. Lauren Baer, Managing Director of Arena on Training Campaign Staff and Organizers to Win 25:39

4M ago25:39

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Stephanie talks to Lauren Baer, the Managing Director of Arena Inc about recruiting and training campaign staff, deploy them to game-changing campaigns, and support both staff and candidates on the path to victory. They also train organizers at every stage in their careers to train them for movement work in the field. www.arena.run (At least) 2 Are…

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Episode 19: Sketching Summits with Heidi Nisbett 1:05:49

4M ago1:05:49

1:05:49

In today's episode of the On Adventure Podcast, we took a deep dive into the great outdoors with the remarkable Heidi Nisbet. Heidi is a friend of a friend, but by the end of the conversation, I felt like we had known each other forever. We gravitate toward a similar tribe. As someone who shares my passion for the Appalachian Trail, Heidi brought a…

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Batch 36: Heidi Regan and Johnny White Really-Really 1:08:52

4M ago1:08:52

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In this part of the experiment, the clones are joined by Heidi Regan (https://twitter.com/heidi_regan) and Johnny White Really-Really (https://twitter.com/johnnywreallyx2) Tickets to Alexander's Soho Theatre Dates (29th and 30th April) https://sohotheatre.com/events/alexander-bennett-i-cant-stand-the-man-myself/ Follow the experiment (https://twitt…

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46 Dr. Matthew Taylor, Senior Scholar ICJS on wacky but powerful extreme Christian Nationalists 1:02:50

4M ago1:02:50

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This week Stephanie talks to Dr. Matthew Taylor, who studies the extreme, violent, prophesy-spouting Christian Nationalists who are way too close to Donald Trump and Mike Johnson. He is the creator of the acclaimed audio-documentary series “Charismatic Revival Fury: The New Apostolic Reformation,” which details how networks of extremist Christian l…

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Justin Blanchard - Using Artificial Intelligence in L&D 42:31

4M ago42:31

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In this episode, Justin and I talk about: -Communicating the realities of AI to your stakeholders -How to use AI for soft skill development -How to train AI to communicate with failure in mind Follow the show notes at: https://www.russellsweep.com/hotseat See the videos at: https://www.instagram.com/ldhotseat/ Email us at: LDhotseat@gmail.com…

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How to Live Like a Narnian 50:29

4M ago50:29

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Listen to Brian Brown's talk from the 2024 Square Halo "Return to Narnia" conference. Maybe you've absorbed the fake C.S. Lewis quote that you ARE a soul and you HAVE a body. Or maybe you grew up in an environment that only valued time if it was spent getting people into the elevator going up. If so, you probably struggle to live in the world as yo…

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45. Jeremy Smith, Co-founder and CEO of Civitech on useful data, registering voters, and organizing tools 47:59

4M ago47:59

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Stephanie talks to Jeremy Smith, CEO of Civitech on better tools and data for activists and candidates to use to register and reach voters. We discussed the importance of contesting every state and local race, what it takes to find the unregistered voters in an area and get them registered (hint: the most effective way is not standing at a street f…

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Episode 18: Into the Wild with Tim Matthews 1:02:48

4M ago1:02:48

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In today's episode, we embark on a deeply personal journey with Tim Matthews, a seasoned adventurer and outdoor enthusiast who just happens to be a retired Navy one-star Admiral. In this conversation, Tim shares his profound insights and experience, both personal and professional, offering a glimpse into the transformative power of outdoor pursuits…

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Batch 35: Lorna Rose Treen and Pat Cahill 1:04:12

4M ago1:04:12

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In this part of the experiment, the clones are joined by Lorna Rose Treen (https://twitter.com/lornlornlors) and Pat Cahill (https://twitter.com/patcanbefound) Tickets to Alexander's Soho Theatre Dates (29th and 30th April) https://sohotheatre.com/events/alexander-bennett-i-cant-stand-the-man-myself/ Follow the experiment (https://twitter.com/BYest…

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Kerry O'Brien - The importance of curiosity for building connections 43:40

5M ago43:40

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In this episode, Kerry and I chat about: - How do you disagree with someone but keep the conversation productive? - How can we demonstrate that we value the differences in our teams? - What is effective feedback withing your team? Follow the show notes at: https://www.russellsweep.com/hotseat See the videos at: https://www.instagram.com/ldhotseat/ …

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44. Erin Reed, Independent Journalist, Trans Activist, Author of Erin in the Morning 36:10

5M ago36:10

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Stephanie talks to Erin Reed, trans activist, independent journalist and writer of Erin in the Morning, which reports on the anti-trans and anti-LGBTQ+ bills and laws around the country, including the 400+ that have been filed in 2024 alone. We discuss the death of Nex Benedict in Oklahoma, and the ongoing risk to trans adults in MAGA captured stat…

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