Best Jonathan Stark Podcasts (2024)

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Making More and Working Less with Jonathan Stark 48:42

4h ago48:42

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How can you work less and make more than you are right now? There is a glide path if you’re willing to experiment insists Jonathan Stark, author of Hourly Billing Is Nuts. Yes, the dynamic Business of Authority duo is baaaaaaaaack for an episode: Two experiments to try if you’re currently billing by the hour and want to explore alternatives. How to…

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Fortress of Comic News Ep. 375 feat. Richard Fairgray 1:53:39

7h ago1:53:39

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This week the guys discuss the death of Deadpool, the end of the Star Wars comic line, and more! Also this week the guys are joined by Richard Fairgray. Richard is a prolific comic artist and creator who has worked on more comics than we could mention. For this conversation he stops by to promote Haunted Hill Vol. 3 & Frog Alley, which will be goin…

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ICYMI: Tommy "Pitt" Malatesta - Editor/Producer at AV Squad (and now Partner/co-Head of AV), THE WITCH, HEREDITARY, THE GREEN KNIGHT 1:30:45

18h ago1:30:45

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Tommy Malatesta's name gets brought up so often on this program, we thought it'd be good to share this conversation again, just in case you missed it... Tommy "Pitt" Malatesta, Editor/Producer at AV Squad (and now Partner/co-Head of AV), is doing some of the most ground-breaking work being done today. You'll notice he's very quick to talk about all…

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Sam Browne - Growing Your Audience on LinkedIn 48:38

1d ago48:38

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Sam Browne, lifestyle entrepreneur and LinkedIn expert with more than 100k followers joined me on Ditching Hourly to share his insights on growing your audience on LinkedIn. Sam’s Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-browne/ Gumroad: https://sambrowne.gumroad.com/ Takeaways Know what you want to be known for on LinkedIn and focus on edu…

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Fortress of Comic News Ep. 374.1 feat. Trevor Fernandes-Lenkiewicz 1:13:33

5d ago1:13:33

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In this special interview Chris is joined by Trevor Fernandes-Lenkiewicz. Trevor is the writer behind comics like Minutes to Midnight, Area 51: the Helix Project, and now Rise: A Superhero Drama. Throughout Trevor’s Kickstarter journey he has created comics that explore complex ideas, and themes while teaming up with talented artists to bring these…

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Building A Values-Aligned Business with Lucy Flores 35:41

6d ago35:41

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Is it possible to build a profitable expertise business that is 100% values-aligned and mission driven? Lucy Flores—who has built a design studio dedicated to co-creating a more just, joyful and sustainable U.S. food system—says yes, with the results to prove it: Why she niched her business into food equity right from the beginning—and how it playe…

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Fortress of Comic News Ep. 374 feat. Travis Gibb 1:59:40

7d ago1:59:40

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This week the guys discuss DC Black Label’s new Plastic Man series, a new slate of Mad Cave Studios titles and more! Also this week the guys welcome back Travis Gibb. Travis has been making comics on the Kickstarter platform for a long time and is currently promoting the latest issue of Granite State Punk. He also discusses his series the Federalis…

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Looking Down to Go Forward: Ground Penetrating Radar for Autonomous Vehicles 55:32

8d ago55:32

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If you enjoy hearing passionate people talk about jobs they love and technology that fascinates them, you are in for a treat. Noah Gedrimas grew up with a love of vehicles—cars, tractors, construction equipment, and snowmobiles. In college, he built a one-fifth-scale car and then programmed it to self-park, which led him to a “newfound respect for …

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Fond Farewell to Tim 1:01:27

9d ago1:01:27

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We say farewell to Tim as he saunters off into the sunset toward his next adventure. On his way out, we discuss: more SuiteQL FAQs Tim's reasons for moving on what's next for Tim's products and servicesBy Eric T Grubaugh

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Turning Your “Weakness” Into Your Genius with Jeff Eamer 38:34

13d ago38:34

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Everyone has difficulties in life—and sometimes our unique genius arises from how we deal with them. Take Psychotherapist Jeff Eamer who turned a challenging mental health diagnosis into a life of purpose: How he moved from being an award-winning ad agency wonderkind to nabbing a 3-picture Hollywood deal. Why crashing—hard—led him to get help with …

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Fortress of Comic News Ep. 373 feat. P.J. Curling 1:18:30

15d ago1:18:30

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This week the guys discuss a crossover featuring the TMNT and Masters of the Universe, a new Avengers team, and more! Also this week the guys are joined by P.J. Curling to talk about his comic currently on Kickstarter Taking Out the Dead. You can find P.J. and his comic using the links below. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/teamninjashark/taki…

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ALIBI Music: Jonathan Parks, Founder/EP and David Diaz, Director of Marketing 1:16:54

15d ago1:16:54

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In this edition of TG&TG, we're joined by Jonathan Parks, founder and executive producer, and David Diaz, director of marketing at ALIBI Music. We cover the creative realm of trailer music, sound design, and the duo’s professional backgrounds and career journeys. We also tackle the intricate aspects of music licensing, industry strikes, the changin…

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Season 2 Finale: Adapting to AI Revolution 22:57

16d ago22:57

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Are you a thought leader grappling with how to adapt to the rise of AI? In this episode, The Recognized Authority podcast host Alastair McDermott sits down with co-host Alistair McBride to discus a pivotal shift. They discuss The urgent need for AI literacy among experts and leaders Navigating AI's productivity benefits vs credibility risks Ethical…

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Manage Your Energy, Not Your Time 12:25

20d ago12:25

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What if the standard productivity advice gets it wrong? What if your performance, health and happiness are grounded in how well you manage your energy, not your time? Jim Loehr and Tony Schwartz’s The Power of Full Engagement makes an excellent case for the role of energy in performance: The four types of energy—physical, emotional, mental and spir…

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Fortress of Comic News Ep. 372 feat. Matthew Schofield 1:44:49

23d ago1:44:49

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This week the guys discuss Archie’s big decision, DSTLRY’s next wave of comics, and more! Also the guys are joined by Matthew Schofield. Matt has worked in animation for most of his professional career on projects like Prince of Egypt, Iron Giant, and the Simpsons. He is currently trying to Kickstart his first comic Steamroller Man and stops by to …

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Changing the World One Wireless RF Chip at a Time 43:18

22d ago43:18

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After beginning his career with Hewlett-Packard, David Su met a friend for lunch to learn about a new startup called Atheros. He was so excited by the vision to develop world-changing products that Su “went for lunch and never left.” At Atheros, Su had a “front-row seat” developing wireless WAN technology that transitioned from novelty to necessity…

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Kevin Freidberg - Need a Website? Start with Email 26:18

22d ago26:18

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Long-time friend-of-the-show Kevin Freidberg joined me on Ditching Hourly to share how he helps freelancers and consultants create effective websites by starting with email conversations. Kevin's Links: https://marketyourselffirst.com/ AI-Generated Info: Summary Kevin Friedberg shares his approach to helping freelancers and consultants create effec…

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Build Your Authority Platform: Top Advice from 150+ Experts to Build Authority and Become an Industry Leader 56:44

23d ago56:44

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Are you struggling to establish yourself as an authority in your niche? Discover the proven strategies used by over 150 bestselling authors, thought leaders and industry experts. In this insightful episode of The Recognized Authority podcast, host Alastair McDermott is joined by his friend Alistair McBride to reveal the top advice for building auth…

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Fortress of Comic News Ep. 371 feat. Michael Avon Oeming & Taki Soma 1:37:26

28d ago1:37:26

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This week the guys discuss Hickman & Capullo teaming up for a Wolverine series, Marvel’s 85th anniversary special, and more! Also this week the guys are joined by Michael Avon Oeming & Taki Soma to talk about their new series Galaxy of Madness over at Mad Cave Studios! You can find Galaxy of Madness using the links below! https://madcavestudios.com…

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The Golden Trailer Awards Special with Monica Brady and Evelyn Brady-Watters 1:14:33

29d ago1:14:33

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In this special episode, we unveil the story behind the Golden Trailer Awards, and Monica Brady and Evelyn Brady-Watters’ journey from starting this industry staple to the ups and downs that have been traversed in recent years. Monica and Evy share their unique backgrounds in film and commercial production and the inception of the Golden Trailer Aw…

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Positioning Yourself as the Go-To Expert in Your Niche [Listener Question] 18:58

1M ago18:58

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Are you struggling to position yourself as an authority in your industry? Do you feel overshadowed by more established peers and competitors? If you want to attract high-value clients and truly showcase your expertise, this episode of The Recognized Authority podcast is a must-listen. Host Alastair McDermott tackles a listener question from Mark, a…

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Changing Teams with Mark Treichel 31:26

1M ago31:26

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When you’ve been on staff at an organization—especially in the lead role— transitioning to consulting can be a bit disorienting. Consultant to credit unions Mark Triechel talks about the lessons learned in his switch from regulating an industry to advising them: How to quickly morph from “retirement” into a Soloist expertise business serving your f…

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Fortress of Comic News Ep. 370 feat. Kyle Starks 2:01:03

1M ago2:01:03

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This week the guys discuss the return of DC’s Super-Pets, even more X-Men titles announced, and more! Also this week the guys are joined by Kyle Starks to talk about his involvement in the Super-Pets anthology, a new collected edition of Rock Candy Mountain, his new OGN Karate Prom, and so much more! Make sure to check out his work, and grab your c…

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Ben Brown, VP Head of Film at Zealot: AIR, A QUIET PLACE, SONIC, THE NORTHMAN, THE BIG SHORT... 1:27:46

1M ago1:27:46

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Ben Brown, the VP Head of Film at Zealot, has worked with some of the most talented editors, graphic designers, producers, and music supervisors in the business. He started at Aspect Ratio as an Associate Producer, then moved on to AV Squad where he spent nearly a decade working his way up to Creative Director. A multiple Clio and Golden Trailer aw…

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Can Silicon Photonics Solve the Bandwidth Bottleneck in AI Data Centers? 51:55

1M ago51:55

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Steve Klinger, Vice President of Product, joins the Moore’s Lobby podcast to discuss how LightMatter is using silicon photonics to improve speed and reduce power consumption in AI data centers. With two previous $1B+ startups under his belt, Klinger knows a thing or two about identifying successful technology solutions to current industry challenge…

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The Anchor Group Interview 1:03:02

1M ago1:03:02

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Jacob Terneus (CEO) and Caleb Schmitz (CRO) of The Anchor Group about their lengthy experience working with SuiteCommerce. the challenges and skills required for ecommerce roles the evolution of Anchor Group's focus to SuiteCommerce the differences between various ecommerce solutions the benefits of knowledge sharing and training within a company…

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This Unexpected YouTube Strategy Made $300K in ONE MONTH! 45:24

1M ago45:24

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What unexpected YouTube strategy could potentially earn you as much as $300K in just one month? In this episode of The Recognized Authority, host Alastair McDermott talks to Cyan Cooper about his counterintuitive strategy for generating massive revenue on the platform. Instead of narrowly targeting his client's niche, Cyan intentionally made videos…

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Forging Your Own Path with Kris Jennings 30:47

1M ago30:47

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Can you build a six to seven figure Soloist business doing the opposite of what “the experts” recommend? Consultant Kris Jennings has created exactly that by forging her own path: How her “tiny, tiny” email list delivered over $1 million in revenue (and provides a vehicle to nurture key referral relationships). How she thinks about and serves her l…

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Fortress of Comic News Ep. 369 feat. Jonathan Hedrick 1:34:09

1M ago1:34:09

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This week the guys discuss DC Comics releasing the 1982 style guide to consumers, casting at both DC Films and Marvel Studios, and more! Also this week the guys bring back Jonathan Hedrick to talk about his later comic Brackish with Metal Ninja Studios currently running on Kickstarter. You can find Brackish and all of Hedrick’s comics using the lin…

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Generative AI Therapy 1:00:33

1M ago1:00:33

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We discuss our observations of the explosion in popularity of generative AI What are our individual reactions to the rise of generative AI? How are we using AI in our lives? How well does generative AI write SuiteScript right now? Enthusiasm and reservations about the nature of work in the age of AIBy Eric T Grubaugh

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AI Beyond the Hype: 5 Practical Tips for Leveraging AI in Your Business 29:19

1M ago29:19

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Are you overwhelmed by the hype surrounding AI? Do you struggle when it comes to figuring out the practical applications of AI in business? In this insightful solo episode of The Recognized Authority podcast, Alastair McDermott delivers a presentation to a group of business leaders, simplifying the principles ofAI and providing actionable strategie…

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Financial Planning For Soloists with Sean Mullaney 41:02

2M ago41:02

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You’ve got a bookkeeper, a CPA, maybe even a CFO/strategic financial resource for your business—when and where does personal financial planning fit in? Advice-only financial planner and author Sean Mullaney walks us through financial planning for Soloists: The types of financial advisors Soloists are likely to encounter—how they work and are compen…

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Fortress of Comic News Ep. 368 feat. John Hervey 1:18:14

2M ago1:18:14

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This week the guys discuss the Boys Season 4 trailer, Marvel’s new Infinity Watch event, and more! Also this week the guys are joined by John Hervey to discuss his series Black Tiger: Hidden Dragon. You can find the entire Black Dragon series on both Kickstarter and IndieGoGo on demand using the links below. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/bla…

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Scott Edwards: EVP, Head of Creative Advertising at Fox Entertainment 1:33:37

2M ago1:33:37

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Scott Edwards is the EVP of Fox Creative Advertising where he oversees the “formula-free process” of creating the campaigns from first-look trailers, launch promos, current-show episodics, key art one sheets or billboards, custom social content, and anything else on the horizon to help ignite hits such as 9-1-1 LONESTAR, ACCUSED, BOB’S BURGERS, THE…

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Freeing EEs to Design Like Tony Stark 55:06

2M ago55:06

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While leading the system design of new head-word displays for fighter pilots, Tomide Adesanmi was most excited when he got a chance to innovate. However, like most electronics design engineers, he found that the majority of his time was spent searching distributor sites for components, drawing symbols, and working with spreadsheets. Engineers can a…

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Coaching Call with Residential Architect Jason Comer 55:19

2M ago55:19

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Residential architect Jason Comer joined me on Ditching Hourly to brainstorm how he might migrate from commodity labor to productized leverage with his expertise in home design. Even if you're not an architect, I think you'll find the discussion useful. Jason’s Website: https://www.jasoncomerarchitect.com/ ---- Do you have questions about how to im…

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The Expert's Guide to Standing Out with Compelling Video 58:35

2M ago58:35

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Are you an expert struggling to stand out in a crowded market? Have you considered leveraging the power of video content but feel overwhelmed by the learning curve and technical demands? In this episode of The Recognized Authority, host Alastair McDermott chats with video production expert Juma Bannister to demystify the world of video and share ac…

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Navigating Transitions with Joe Jacobi 47:36

2M ago47:36

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None of us are immune to transitions—it’s just that they seem start piling up at “mid-life”. Olympic gold medalist and performance coach Joe Jacobi shares his story and how you too can navigate resistance and uncertainty to pursue purpose, performance and impact: What working as part of a two-person boat teaches you about collaboration (and it’s pr…

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Fortress of Comic News Ep. 367 feat. David Whalen 1:25:06

2M ago1:25:06

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This week the guys discuss Mike Mignola’s new shared universe at Dark Horse, Deadpool & Wolverine’s new trailer, and more! Also this week the guys are joined by David Whalen. David has been independently making comics for years, and working hard on his ongoing series the Offspring. David just released an new original graphic novel called Layton Lig…

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Jason Cohen - Why AI is Different, the Paradox of Niching Down, and Writing as Legacy 34:01

2M ago34:01

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WP Engine founder Jason Cohen joined me on Ditching Hourly to talk about why AI is different from other big tech advancements. We also discussed why niching down in a single ideal customer profile will bring you 10x more customers than you expect and how a regular writing practice makes the world a better place (and maybe even builds a legacy). Jas…

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Failing Your Way to Success with Content & Outreach Strategy with Luca Ingianni 48:08

2M ago48:08

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Have you ever struggled to find the right content marketing strategy that aligns with your personality and strengths? In this candid conversation on The Recognized Authority podcast, host Alastair McDermott sits down with Luca Ingianni, an agile consultant specializing in embedded systems. Luca shares his refreshingly honest journey of "failing his…

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Productivity For Soloists 10:48

2M ago10:48

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A quick Amazon search shows over 50,000 productivity titles—probably because as a society, we are obsessed with being productive. But what does productivity look like for Soloists? My theory—and I’m curious for your experience—is that many Soloists approach productivity a bit differently: My own (positive) experience with the classic Getting Things…

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Fortress of Comic News Ep. 366 feat. Jackson Lanzing & Collin Kelly 2:18:00

2M ago2:18:00

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This week the guys discuss Marvel’s new crossover comic Aliens vs Avengers, Darick Robertson’s new series with Magma Comix, and more! Also this week the guys are joined by the Hivemind, Jackson Lanzing & Collin Kelly. These two have collaborated on so many titles including Guardians of the Galaxy, Batman Beyond, and more. Currently they are working…

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Furiosa, House of the Dragon, Sexy Beast trailers and more with Matthew Zuckerman of X/AV 1:09:55

2M ago1:09:55

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In this edition, we have a rock star in the making, Matthew Zuckerman, trailer editor at X/AV, who's already finished some of the coolest pieces over the last few years including Furiosa, House of the Dragon Black and Green trailers, Sexy Beast, Memory and so much more The conversation dives into his approach to editorial; his journey from studying…

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Cooperation and Competition Behind the Scenes in the RISC-V Community 51:23

2M ago51:23

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Over the course of his fascinating career, Mark Himelstein has worked on several significant computing technologies at historic companies like MIPS and Sun Microsystems. He has also worked as a consultant in various roles that include architect, VP of engineering, and advisor. However, RISC-V may have a greater impact on the computing field and our…

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It’s A Wrap 11:52

2M ago11:52

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Behind the Scenes: Building a Book from a Podcast 11:42

2M ago11:42

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Have you ever wondered if you could write a compelling book that resonates with your audience? Have you ever thought about starting a podcast? In this episode, host Alastair McDermott shares his unique approach to turning his podcast, "The AI-Powered Thought Leader," into a valuable book on the same topic. Alastair reveals his process, from selecti…

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Building A $100 Million Business vs. Going Solo with Rob Fegan 32:49

2M ago32:49

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When you’re focused on building a $100 million business with a co-founder, what could possibly make you peel off to become a Soloist? Consultant Rob Fegan shares how he pivoted from his first business to a highly profitable (and life-enhancing) Soloist consulting practice: Why he transitioned from co-founding and growing their potentially $100 mill…

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2024 Wish List for SuiteScript and NetSuite 1:29:04

2M ago1:29:04

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We discuss our ideas to expand the NetSuite development ecosystem. improving access to SuiteQL metadata table access, views, indexes, query plans enhancing developer tooling like debugging environments and dependency management tailored learning paths for all experience levels better community engagement through a developer relations team Tim's wee…

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