Best James O Connell Podcasts (2024)

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S2E4: Ski Boots! Engineering Revolutionary Products with James O’Connell 41:21

6d ago41:21

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Season 2 Episode 4: Ski Boots! Engineering Revolutionary Products with James O’Connell – Specialized, formerly K2 Engineer; Medic and Paratrooper, Texas A&M How to measure ski boot performance and biomechanics https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7967377/ Ski boot biomechanics part 2 https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s40279-013-0132…

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'All In The First Take': Behind The Scenes of 'Joker: Folie À Deux' With Cinematographer 1:19:58

8h ago1:19:58

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This week, ReelBlend is joined by Oscar-nominated cinematographer Lawrence Sher to discuss his incredible work on "Joker: Folie à Deux," starring Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga. He shares the story of the viral shot from the trailer that they ended up getting on the first try, we go behind the scenes of moments in films from across his career, discu…

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Live from Jersey Festival of Words - with Cathy Rentzenbrink 59:11

1h ago59:11

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In a live episode recorded at Jersey Festival of Words, Rosie chats to author Cathy Rentzenbrink about murderous menopausal thoughts, HRT, marriage, staying friends with an ex, weddings going wrong, how to feel better when times are hard, the healing powers of humour, curiosity, carbs, daylight, words and cold water, cosmic insignificance theory, t…

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S2E5: The Physiology of Peak Performance with Olympian & PhD Shalaya Kipp 46:22

44m ago46:22

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The Physiology of Peak Performance with Olympian & PhD Shalaya Kipp Currently Post Doc Mayo Clinic with Michael Joyner PhD - University of British Columbia, Masters & Undergrad at CU Boulder. 2012 Olympian in steeplechase. Worked on the 4% study in conjunction with the breaking 2 project. Now works with Mike Joyner who made a famous prediction of w…

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Powering up the food system (PPF)

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People | Planet | Food - Roger Robson-Williams speaks with Mike Casey, about producing cherries without using fossil fuels and running a charity called Rewiring Aotearoa.They discuss what it takes to build a fully electrified orchard and the emerging opportunities for farmers and growers to help address growing demand for renewable power. Mike expl…

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How Documentary Filmmakers Balance Empathy And Story | 'Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story' 25:16

43m ago25:16

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Filmmakers Ian Bonhôte and Peter Ettedguin join ReelBlend to discuss the making of their new documentary Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story. ReelBlend Premium Sign up for a bi-weekly newsletter from Sean, and ad-free episodes at bit.ly/reelblendpremium. ReelBlend on YouTube Be sure to subscribe to ReelBlend on YouTube (YouTube.com/ReelBlendPodc…

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How to Buy a Fireworks Stand + Other Side Bets 28:58

6h ago28:58

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Daniel Astleford is amazing. He's so humble yet doing so many cool things. He buys a fireworks stand with a unique structure. These things have crazy revenue windows of only a few days a year. Daniel is also in the middle quitting his job(!) while starting his CPA business. We dive into so many interesting substories here. Podcast Nuggies: How to B…

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Francis Ford Coppola Interview | 'The Godfather,' 'Apocalypse Now,' 'Megalopolis,' And More 1:21:45

5d ago1:21:45

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We are honored to welcome Francis Ford Coppola on the show to discuss his work, from “The Godfather” to his new film “Megalopolis,” starring Adam Driver, Giancarlo Esposito and Nathalie Emmanuel. The legend shared a few incredible stories from his early masterpieces including a minor change to “The Godfather Part II” that saved it for audiences, “A…

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Working with AI (NT)

6d ago

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AI has captured everyone’s attention and clearly has the potential to be a very important tool for our scientists in the future, but there are still a lot of learnings about the benefits and risks of this technology. Podcaster James Sainsbury speaks to Data Scientist Sam Birch about two projects that utilise computer vision, a field making heavy us…

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Kevin Smith Interview | Stan Lee Cameo, Ben Affleck, 'The 4:30 Movie' & More 35:59

7d ago35:59

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Kevin Smith returns to ReelBlend to discuss the making of "The 4:30 Movie." ReelBlend Premium Sign up for a bi-weekly newsletter from Sean, and ad-free episodes at bit.ly/reelblendpremium. ReelBlend on YouTube Be sure to subscribe to ReelBlend on YouTube (YouTube.com/ReelBlendPodcast) for full episodes of the show in video form. Follow The Show Ree…

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The Beginning Of 'Saturday Night Live' With 'Saturday Night' | Jason Reitman Interview 1:20:15

12d ago1:20:15

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Jason Reitman returns to discuss the making of “Saturday Night,” his new film spanning the 90 minutes leading up to Lorne Michaels' first episode of “Saturday Night Live.” The film is at the front of the pack for this year's best ensemble featuring Gabriel LaBelle, Rachel Sennott, Cory Michael Smith and many more taking on the parts of Lorne Michae…

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S2E3: How do your biomechanics affect your performance and injury risk? With Allison Gruber 58:58

13d ago58:58

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Episode 3: How do your biomechanics affect your performance and injury risk? With Allison Gruber – Associate Professor University of Indiana. PhD UMass Amherst and Masters East Carolina. Has worked deeply on the entire spectrum of running mechanics. from the mechanics and energetics of footfall patterns in running Impact causes injury hypothesis – …

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How to Write a Book over 10 Years with Sam Whitney 28:02

15d ago28:02

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https://amzn.to/4erKruP Sam Whitney is one of my favorite people. He’s an entrepreneur, father and now an author. We dive into the process of writing his book. *Key insight: After reading this book, my readers should do a date, feel hopeful towards marriage, and think of ways they are getting in the way. *He was dialed in on the SPECIFIC goals of e…

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How Chris Hemsworth 'Evolved' Optimus Prime's Iconic Voice | 'Transformers: One' Director Interview 1:09:15

19d ago1:09:15

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"Transformers: One" (starring Chris Hemsworth, Bryan Tyree Henry, and Scarlett Johansson) is hitting theaters this weekend, and fans of the franchise, old and new, are really in for a treat. Director Josh Cooley sat down with Sean to discuss his creative process, finding the voice of Optimus Prime with Chris Hemsworth, building the iconic "transfor…

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S2E2: How to make better shoes with Dr. Geoffrey Gray 54:55

20d ago54:55

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Doctor of Physical Therapy for 10+ years Aspects of the shoes he tests: Insoles – can increase perception of comfort, plantar pressures change Impact testing to compliment human-based footwear testing Traction testing – how do you test? Is it indicative of real world where humans move in variable ways. Slipping vs. Sticking Do Pro Athletes need cus…

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$500 for a Night of Entertainment 11:50

22d ago11:50

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$500 for one night of entertainment? $50 to watch a Netflix Show? $10 for GPS in New Zealand? What do these all have in common? Want to invest in amazing entrepreneurs with vetted deals? Send a note to monica@letsbuyabusiness.com Ready to level up but not 1 on 1 consulting? How to Buy Your First Small Business through Acquisition Entrepreneurship h…

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The Climate Action Campus (PPF)

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People | Planet | Food - Roger Robson-Williams speaks with Catherine Leeper, a Learning Advisor at Climate Action Campus Ōtautahi, about the importance of empowering rangatahi (young people) to take action on climate change. Catherine talks about her farming roots, her journey to Aotearoa New Zealand, and the initiatives of the Climate Action Campu…

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James McAvoy On Horror Movies Getting More Respect 1:07:32

26d ago1:07:32

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James McAvoy and director James Watkins sit down with us this week to discuss the making of their new thriller “Speak No Evil.” McAvoy shares the one thing from Stephen King’s IT that he wanted to include in the movie, but was politely declined. Watkins and McAvoy detail the process of working with child actors on a horror movie, why horror movies …

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S2E1: What can you do to stay resilient and how can shoes improve performance with Jay Dicharry 49:44

27d ago49:44

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Season 2/Episode 1: What can you do to stay resilient and how can shoes improve performance with Jay Dicharry – Physical Therapist, Oregon State University-Cascades, MOBO, Founder, author of Running Rewired Kinematics and Kinetics of Gait: From Lab to Clinic – We can measure things very precisely in the laboratory from the forces in 3 dimensions at…

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Winning LOIs with Patrick O’ Connell 24:21

1M ago24:21

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We dive into a real business for sale and walk through how to structure and think about the LOI here. We also dive into a bunch of common questions to ask. Secure your spot in The Self-Funded Search Conference: selffundedsearchconference.com YouTube - Need more hands-on videos? Want to invest in amazing entrepreneurs with vetted deals? Send a note …

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Anna Kokeny: starting with a solitary bee (SLFM)

30d ago

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Aotearoa New Zealand has many native solitary bees, but not much is known about them. In this Scigest episode, newly-minted podcaster and apiculture scientist James Sainsbury speaks to entomologist Anna Kokeny about her research on our little-known native bees. They also discuss Anna's career journey and share tips for budding scientists. Anna is a…

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Featuring Dr Karen Fiorillo, Wellness Expert & Legal Shield Representative 29:29

1M ago29:29

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Dr Karen is a full-time STEAM Teacher in Souderton, PA, part-time personal trainer/fitness (Yoga, Barre, HIIT, and Zumba) instructor, and an affiliate for two businesses. She represents Legal Shield and Modern Nature, which is her true passion! Dr Karen loves helping others discover the diverse products offered by Modern Nature. The products range …

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'Rebel Ridge' Is A Must-Watch | Director Jeremy Saulnier Interview 1:04:39

1M ago1:04:39

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Filmmaker Jeremy Saulnier joins the show to discuss the making of his new Netflix film “Rebel Ridge,” starring Aaron Pierre, AnnaSophia Robb and Don Johnson. After the interview, Sean gives his thoughts on “Rebel Ridge,” Jake reviews Tim Burton’s “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” and we play a “Beetlejuice” edition of the IMDb game. What are you seeing thi…

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Avoiding planetary boundary overshoot with Kate Meyer (PPF)

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People | Planet | Food - Roger Robson-Williams speaks with Kate Meyer, Founder and CEO of the Planetary Accounting Network (PAN). This small not-for-profit organisation from Wānaka is dedicated to translating cutting-edge earth systems science into actionable plans that help individuals, businesses, and governments operate within global environment…

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Elite Turf Supply and Betting on Yourself with Taylor Brown 30:37

1M ago30:37

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Taylor Brown is one of my favorite people. By the way, I only have my favorite people on the show. This episode has it all. One of my favorites. It will hit home. Podcast Nuggies: Pivot Moments in Life and Career What betting himself did with his family Not Quitting your job Getting started with ideas around you Secure your spot at The Self-Funded …

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Christopher Nolan Movies Tier List 1:16:48

1M ago1:16:48

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It's finally time for us to put together our movie ranking for the filmography of none other than Christopher Nolan. From Following, through his Batman trilogy, and to Oppenheimer, we run down every Christopher Nolan film as we work towards crowning the filmmaker's masterpiece. ReelBlend Premium Sign up for a bi-weekly newsletter from Sean, and ad-…

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Bill Skarsgård Went All In On ‘The Crow’ | Rupert Sanders Interview 33:59

2M ago33:59

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Director Rupert Sanders joins ReelBlend to discuss his new remake of The Crow, starring Bill Skarsgård and FKA twigs. ReelBlend Premium Sign up for a bi-weekly newsletter from Sean, and ad-free episodes at bit.ly/reelblendpremium. ReelBlend on YouTube Be sure to subscribe to ReelBlend on YouTube (YouTube.com/ReelBlendPodcast) for full episodes of t…

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Seller Mistakes and Pari Passu with Stephen Speer 23:09

2M ago23:09

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Stephen Speer is the founder and CEO of Ecommerce Lending, which specializes in SBA loans. He’s done over 500 transactions, with only 3 deals failing after purchase. Podcast Nuggies + Seller Mistakes: Bad Financial bookkeeping Co-mingling of assets No diversification + Pari Passu Financing Secure your spot at The Self-Funded Search Conference: self…

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Beginners guide to gene technologies (NT)

2M ago

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Over the last 25 years, genetic techniques have rapidly evolved. In this episode of Scigest, scientists Blue Plunkett and Dr Revel Drummond provide a brief guide to the latest gene technologies. What is a null segregant? What is CRISPR-Cas9? How do these cutting-edge tools differ from earlier GMO technologies? Note: Since we recorded this Dame Juli…

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Fede Álvarez 'Alien: Romulus' Interview | Ridley Scott's Notes, Recreating 1980s Horror & More 1:11:45

2M ago1:11:45

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“Alien: Romulus” is finally arriving in theaters this weekend, and folks, it’s a must-see. Filmmaker Fede Álvarez returns to the show to chat with us about how he took on the classic action-horror franchise and made it his own while still rooting us in the familiar universe we love. The level of detail he and his team brought to the project is trul…

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Sean Wang Talks The Making Of Dìdi (弟弟) 29:21

2M ago29:21

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Filmmaker Sean Wang joins our own Sean to discuss the making of his new, semi-autobiographical coming-of-age film Dìdi. We cover the making of the movie from the specific music used in its soundtrack, to its Superbad influences, to the influences pulled from his own life. ReelBlend Premium Sign up for a bi-weekly newsletter from Sean, and ad-free e…

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The Secret To Good Comedy With Director Paul Feig 1:18:08

2M ago1:18:08

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Paul Feig joins the show this week to discuss the making of his new movie Jackpot, starring John Cena and Awkwafina. He shares his thoughts on modern comedy movies, struggling to get comedies into movie theaters, early audience reactions to Bridesmaids, the acting role he ironically gets most recognized for, and more. Stick around after the intervi…

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Why Brokers Reject 95% of the Deals They See 17:30

2M ago17:30

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Why do brokers reject most of the businesses they see? AND, what is happening in the economy?? Secure your spot at The Self-Funded Search Conference: selffundedsearchconference.com Want to invest in amazing entrepreneurs with vetted deals? Send a note to monica@letsbuyabusiness.com Ready to level up but not 1 on 1 consulting? How to Buy Your First …

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Rob Agnew: Changing weather into wine (SLFM)

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For nearly 40 years, retiring scientist Rob Agnew has dedicated his career to logging and analysing the changing weather patterns in the Marlborough region. In this episode of Scigest, our new podcaster, Dion Mundy, sits down with Rob Agnew to explore his impactful career from his work in protecting the wine industry through meteorological trend st…

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M. Night Shyamalan Interview | 'Trap,' Alternate Endings, 'Unbreakable' & More 1:31:51

2M ago1:31:51

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Filmmaker M. Night Shyamalan joins the show to discuss his new thriller Trap, starring Josh Hartnett. We were lucky enough to cover many points throughout his career, from The Sixth Sense's success, pushing the boundaries with Unbreakable, the strange nature of being a famous filmmaker, and more. Stick around after the interview for our review of T…

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Zack Snyder Interview | 'Rebel Moon' Director's Cuts, The Russo Brothers' Return & More 33:06

2M ago33:06

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Director Zack Snyder returns to the podcast to discuss the release of his director's cuts of Rebel Moon Parts One and Two. We discuss the conversations with Netflix that led to separate R-rated versions, asking Netflix if they'd let him release them with an NC-17, which of his films has his favorite theatrical cut, originally pitching an R-rated St…

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How to Pick the Right Agency with Behdad Jamshidi 26:27

2M ago26:27

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Behdad Jamshidi has met with over 800 agencies. That's insane. Behdad has a wealth of knowledge in business and lifestyle design. We dive into different agency business models and how to pick the right agency. He pairs entrepreneurs and businesses with the right agency. Cool business model.Podcast Nuggies: How to hire an agency. How to make an agen…

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Quentin Tarantino Talks 10th And Final Movie, 'Pulp Fiction' & More | ReelBlend Redux 24:38

3M ago24:38

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We are back with another classic ReelBlend interview redux! This time, we’re revisiting our first-ever interview with Quentin Tarantino. Recorded in July of 2019, we were joined by Quentin at the press junket for Once Upon a Time in Hollywood which today is celebrating its 5th anniversary. In this 20-minute chat, we discuss his lost feature film te…

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3 Reasons Why Sellers Think Their Business is Worth More 11:14

3M ago11:14

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Risks = They sleep well at night. No Debt = Walk away option Cost Basis... Secure your spot at The Self-Funded Search Conference: selffundedsearchconference.com Want to invest in amazing entrepreneurs with vetted deals? Send a note to monica@letsbuyabusiness.com of r@letsbuyabusiness.com Ready to level up but not 1 on 1 consulting? How to Buy Your …

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An irresistible virgin redback spider lure (BDIS)

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Redback spiders have established populations in Central Otago and Taranaki, posing a threat to human health and taonga native species such as the critically endangered Cromwell chafer beetle.We talk to Chemist Dr Andrew Twidle, who is leading the development of a pheromone tool to eradicate these invasive redback spiders, the first attempt in the w…

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'Twisters' Interview | Lee Isaac Chung Talks Meeting Steven Spielberg, Special Effects & More 1:16:51

3M ago1:16:51

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Twisters director Lee Isaac Chung joins ReelBlend to discuss the making of the new legacy sequel starring Glen Powell, Daisy Edgar-Jones, and Anthony Ramos. We discuss classic films that have inspired him to this day, what it’s like to hang out with Steven Spielberg, how good practical effects make or break visual effects, and more. Stick around fo…

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Top 3 Takeaways from an MBA ETA Event with James Lincoln 29:03

3M ago29:03

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James Lincoln put on the BYU ETA event in March 2024. There were 200+ people there from 25% students to 75% (150+) professionals. Top Podcast Nuggies MBA programs funding your search What to expect at an ETA event How to fund your search Ampleo: The Go-To Source for Financial Due Diligence https://lp.ampleo.com/transaction-advisory Want to invest i…

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Greg Berlanti Interview | Scarlett Johansson, 'Fly Me To The Moon,' Faking The Moon Landing & More 1:08:44

3M ago1:08:44

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Writer-director-producer Greg Berlanti joins us this week to discuss his new rom-com "Fly Me To The Moon," starring Scarlett Johansson and Channing Tatum. We discuss Colin Jost and Scarlett sharing the screen for the first time, playing with the idea of faking the moon landing, and more. Stick around after the interview for our review of the film, …

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How Stanley Kubrick Made A Big Contribution To 'Twister' | Director Interview 24:27

3M ago24:27

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“Twister” director Jan de Bont joins the show for the classic film’s official 4K UHD release! We discuss whether or not Tom Hanks was originally considered to be cast as the lead, Bill Paxton’s incredible dedication, Philip Seymour Hoffman’s comedic chops, and how Joss Whedon contributed to one of Speed’s Iconic lines. ReelBlend Premium Sign up for…

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