Best Lane Fry Podcasts (2024)

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Roger Crowley, "Spice: The 16th-Century Contest that Shaped the Modern World" (Yale UP, 2024) 54:31

13m ago54:31

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The spice islands: Specks of land in the Indonesian archipelago that were the exclusive home of cloves, commodities once worth their weight in gold. The Portuguese got there first, persuading the Spanish to fund expeditions trying to go the other direction, sailing westward across the Atlantic. Roger Crowley, in his new book Spice: The 16th-Century…

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EP 11: Unlocking Success: Raeanne Lacatena on Shifting Perspectives, Writing, and Balancing Energies 57:38

4d ago57:38

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Episode Description: Are you ready to unlock the secrets to authentic business and personal development success? Join David Young as he interviews Raeanne LaCatena, a business coach and author, about her transformative book writing journey and embracing your true self. Key Questions Explored in the Episode: What inspired Raeanne LaCatena to co-auth…

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Dan Morrison, "The Poisoner of Bengal: The 1930s Murder That Shocked the World" (Juggernaut, 2024) 46:08

13m ago46:08

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It’s the 1930s. Amarendra Chandra Pandey, the youngest son of an Indian prince, is about to board a train when a man bumps into him. Amarendra feels a prick; he then boards the train, worried about what it portends. Just over a week later, Amarendra is dead—of plague. India had not had a case of plague in a dozen years: Was Amarendra’s death natura…

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The Nikki Krize Episode 45:13

4h ago45:13

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In this episode, Nikki Krize joins Jon and Joe to update us on her new work life, sleep cycle and birds!?!Your questions to The Brown Bag (brownbag@wnep.com) about guilty pleasures, pickles, apples, milk, and many other non-food topics have been answered. Bite into a nice dill spear and press PLAY… you won’t regret it!…

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Bill Lascher, "A Danger Shared: A Journalist’s Glimpses of a Continent at War" (Blacksmith Books, 2024) 52:09

1h ago52:09

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Melville Jacoby was a U.S. war correspondent during the Sino-Japanese War and, later, the Second World War, writing about the Japanese advances from Chongqing, Hanoi, and Manila. He was also a relative of Bill Lascher, a journalist–specifically, the cousin of Bill’s grandmother. Bill has now collected Mel’s work in a book: A Danger Shared: A Journa…

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EP 10: Overcoming Fear and Thriving: Priya’s Journey to Wellness and LinkedIn Success 45:56

18d ago45:56

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Unlock the secrets of overcoming fear and building a robust personal brand with our guest, Priya, a renowned coach, marathoner, and wellness expert. Priya takes us through her journey from hesitation to confidence on LinkedIn, where she spent nine months writing content without posting it, only to eventually share her thoughts, starting with a Stev…

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Eric Thompson, "The Story of Southeast Asia" (NUS Press, 2024) 1:08:52

2d ago1:08:52

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Does Southeast Asia “exist”? It’s a real question: Southeast Asia is a geographic region encompassing many different cultures, religions, political styles, historical experiences, and languages, economies. Can we think of this part of the world as one cohesive “place”? Eric Thompson, in his book The Story of Southeast Asia (NUS Press: 2024), sugges…

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The Lisa Washington Episode 45:42

6d ago45:42

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In this episode, the crew is joined by epic WNEP evening news anchor Lisa Washington! Lisa discusses her upbringing, professional career arc and her new (4 years) life in northeast Pennsylvania. But this is no biography; we quickly descend into your Brown Bag questions about Disney, Jon’s height issues, roller-skating, food/pierogies, the REAL seas…

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Michelle T. King, "Chop Fry Watch Learn: Fu Pei-Mei and the Making of Modern Chinese Food" (Norton, 2024) 45:41

9d ago45:41

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In 1971, the New York Times called the Taiwanese-Chinese chef, Fu Pei-Mei, the “the Julia Child of Chinese cooking.” But, as Michelle T. King notes in her book Chop Fry Watch Learn: Fu Pei-Mei and the Making of Modern Chinese Food (Norton, 2024), the inverse–that Julia Child was the Fu Pei-Mei of French cuisine–might be more appropriate. Fu spent d…

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Jin Feng, "The Transpacific Flow: Creative Writing Programs in China" (Association for Asian Studies, 2024) 39:42

16d ago39:42

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In 2009, Fudan University launched China’s first MFA program in creative writing, spurring a wave of such programs in Chinese universities. Many of these programs’ founding members point to the Iowa Writers Workshop and, specifically, its International Writers Program, which invited dozens of Mainland Chinese writers to take part between 1979 and 2…

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The Pickled Egg Man Episode 46:26

1M ago46:26

46:26

Are you ready for Katie Rose? Katie joined WNEP fresh out of college and did some desk work, character role-playing, phone answering, and line producing here at The News Station. Katie and the Morning Crew discuss her experiences answering phone calls at WNEP, but topics quickly devolve into your Brown Bag questions about Thank You cards, 4-way sto…

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EP 9: Embracing Change: Natalie’s Transition from Finance to Coaching 1:04:35

1M ago1:04:35

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What does it take to leave a high-flying career in finance and find true fulfillment in helping others? Tune in as we explore this remarkable journey with Natalie Serebrennik, a former banker turned certified career coach. For nearly 17 years, Natalie navigated the competitive and often challenging world of capital markets at BMO, always seeking a …

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Clare Hammond, "On the Shadow Tracks: A Journey Through Occupied Myanmar" (Allen Lane, 2024) 30:59

24d ago30:59

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In 2016, journalist Clare Hammond embarked on a project to study the railways of Myanmar–a transportation network that sprawls the country, rarely used and not shown on many maps, and often used at the pleasure of the country’s military. In her book On the Shadow Tracks; A Journey Through Occupied Myanmar (Allen Lane: 2024), Clare travels the lengt…

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Sudev Sheth, "Bankrolling Empire: Family Fortunes and Political Transformation in Mughal India" (Cambridge UP, 2024) 52:36

1M ago52:36

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Running and securing an empire can get expensive–especially one known for its opulence, like the Mughal Empire, which conquered much of northern India before rapidly declining in the eighteenth century. But how did the Mughals get their money? Often, it was through wealthy merchants, like the Jhaveri family, who willingly—and then not-so-willingly–…

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The Iowa Jello Salad Episode 39:04

2M ago39:04

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EP 8: Unlocking Passion and Perseverance: Colleen Kranz on Her Unique Path to Success 1:10:07

2M ago1:10:07

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Can anxiety be your secret weapon for entrepreneurial success? Join us for an enlightening conversation with Colleen Kranz, a versatile marketer and business owner who also builds saunas and airplanes in her spare time. Colleen opens up about her journey from the corporate world to becoming a full-time entrepreneur, sharing the emotional highs and …

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Scott Crawford, "The Han-Xiongnu War, 133 BC-89 AD: The Struggle of China and a Steppe Empire Told Through Its Key Figures (Pen & Sword, 2023) 44:59

2M ago44:59

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For two centuries, the Xiongnu people–a vast nomadic empire that covered modern-day Siberia, Inner Mongolia, Gansu and Xinjiang—were one of the Han Dynasty’s fiercest rivals. They raided the wealthy and prosperous Chinese, and even forced the Han to treat them as equals—much to the chagrin of those in the imperial court. There’s not much known abou…

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265: Brad's Powder Tech Habit Story 56:25

1M ago56:25

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Clean, fresh white powder, the problem with reels, supercharging lockdowns, not the chumbox, SEVEN MINUTE APPS, being a little wobbly in the morning, videos for cats not of cats, poop flecks are a fact of life. Links: Chumbox Videos FOR cats Poop Cloud (Trigger Warning)

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Gary J. Bass, "Judgement at Tokyo: World War II on Trial and the Making of Modern Asia" (Knopf, 2023) 49:21

1M ago49:21

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In December 1948, a panel of 12 judges sentenced 23 Japanese officials for war crimes. Seven, including former Prime Minister Hideki Tojo, were sentenced to death. The sentencing ended the International Military Tribunal for the Far East, an over-two-year-long trial over Imperial Japan’s atrocities in China and its decision to attack the U.S. But u…

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The Thermohaline Circulation Episode 35:38

2M ago35:38

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In this episode, the show starts late... as Mindi holds everyone up to get her air compressor back in the trunk of her overworked Toyota Camry! Eventually the crew settles in to answer your questions concerning barrel dumps over Niagara Falls, airport arrival times, thermohaline circulation (WHAT?), Monty Python, and just why funeral parlors have s…

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EP 7: From Russia to the U.S. to the Netherlands, a fascinating journey with Marina Krivonossova 50:22

2M ago50:22

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In this EPISODE: Marina discusses her journey from Russia to the Netherlands. Her experience with content creation on LinkedIn. Transitioning to starting her own business → She emphasizes the importance of adding humor and personality to content to stand out in a crowded online space. → Shares her thoughts on fear, risk-taking, and the challenges a…

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Peter Harmsen, "Bernhard Sindberg: The Schindler of Nanjing" (Casemate, 2024) 36:39

2M ago36:39

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In December 1937, Bernhard Sindberg arrives at a cement factory outside of Nanjing. He’s one of just two foreigners, and he gets there just weeks before the Japanese invade and commit the now infamous atrocities in the Chinese city. As the writer Peter Harmsen notes, Bernhard’s background isn’t particularly compelling: He’s bounced from job to job,…

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Rajrishi Singhal, "Slip, Stitch and Stumble: The Untold Story of Financial Reforms in India" (Viking, 2024) 47:02

2M ago47:02

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India’s stock markets are booming. One calculation from Bloomberg puts India as the world’s fourth-largest equity market, overtaking Hong Kong, as domestic and foreign investors pile into the Indian stock exchange. But getting to the point where India’s stock markets—and its financial system more broadly—could work effectively took a long time. As …

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The Stacy Lange's Dream Backup Job Episode 45:05

2M ago45:05

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In this episode, the crew mixes it up with WNEP’s Stacy Lange and her “guest”?!? She’s pregnant!Girl talk devolves into your Brown Bag Monday questions about alt careers, meat eating, ageism dating, and most importantly, is it littering to throw a head of lettuce out of a moving car?!? Buckle up, press play and get ready for trash talk!Have a Brown…

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EP 6: Unveiling the Power of Intentional Living and Financial Freedom with Emily Burnett 1:17:53

3M ago1:17:53

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Summary In this episode, David Young interviews Emily Burnett, a writer, money expert, and life enthusiast. They discuss Emily's journey away from the corporate world and her entrepreneurial influences. Emily shares her experiences in various corporate jobs and her decision to learn coding. They also explore the challenges of pretending in corporat…

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Jeremy Garlick, "Advantage China: Agent of Change in an Era of Global Disruption" (Bloomsbury, 2023) 43:54

2M ago43:54

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China’s rise to global prominence is a pretty good contender for the most important world development in the past 30 years. But now the question is how Beijing managed to be successful on the international stage–let alone how large that success is—with fierce debates between hawks and doves in the West and elsewhere. Jeremy Garlick tries to offer a…

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Katie Gee Salisbury, "Not Your China Doll: The Wild and Shimmering Life of Anna May Wong" (Dutton, 2024) 46:21

2M ago46:21

46:21

In 2022, the U.S. Mint released the first batch of its American Women Quarters series, celebrating the achievements of U.S. women throughout its history. The first set of five included Maya Angelou, Sally Ride…and Anna May Wong, the first Asian-American to ever appear on U.S. currency. Katie Gee Salisbury takes on Anna May Wong’s life in her book N…

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The Deep-Fried Cicada Episode 35:23

3M ago35:23

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The WNEP Morning Crew gathers along with Shawn Dunn and Ex-WNEP Reporter and Go Joe "Sidekick" Chris Keating via... Joe's iPhone? Sometimes simple is better as the crew catches up with Chris and answers your brownbag@wnep.com questions concerning spiteful anchor vacationing, mountain biking machismo, deep-fried cicada, and the ultimate animal fight…

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EP 5: Unmasking Your True Potential: A Conversation with Danielle Aime 1:06:26

3M ago1:06:26

1:06:26

How unmasking your true potential can change your life. I had the pleasure of speaking with Danielle Aime in the 5th my podcast, "The Real You" - She's an intuitive mentor and spiritual teacher. - Danielle shares her unique journey of self-discovery and transformation. - Shedding light on her unconventional path. - Embracing her spiritual gifts. - …

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Mukund Padmanabhan, "The Great Flap of 1942: How the Raj Panicked over a Japanese Non-invasion (Vintage Books, 2024) 31:16

3M ago31:16

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In April 1942, at least half a million people fled the city of Madras, now known as Chennai. The reason? The British, after weeks of growing unease about the possibility of a Japanese invasion, finally recommended that people leave the city. In the tense, uncertain atmosphere of 1942, many people took that advice to heart–and fled. The Japanese, of…

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Jonathan Chatwin, "The Southern Tour: Deng Xiaoping and the Fight for China's Future" (Bloomsbury, 2024) 51:09

3M ago51:09

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Deng Xiaoping’s 1992 Southern Tour has become a milestone in Chinese economic history. Historians and commentators credit Deng’s visit to Guangzhou Province for reinvigorating China’s market reforms in the years following 1989—leading to the Chinese economic powerhouse we see today. Journalist Jonathan Chatwin follows Deng’s journey in The Southern…

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The Driving Slow in the Fast Lane Episode 38:20

4M ago38:20

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In this episode, Mindi, Jon, and Joe are joined by WNEP's Digital Director Shawn Dunn to dive deep into the Brown Bag of random viewer-provided questions! We're talking anchor seat positioning, wedding gifts, permanent jewelry, mind-controlling chemtrails and most importantly, just why Mindi would sleep in a stinky County Fair Porta-Potty for only …

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EP 4: From Scared to Confident: A Journey to Success on LinkedIn | Britta Blanski 1:11:43

4M ago1:11:43

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We talk about her journey from Minnesota to Italy. Her experience starting and evolving her podcast and her insights on employer branding and effectively utilizing LinkedIn. Over the years, her podcast has evolved to focus on workplace culture, personal branding, and employer branding beyond just LinkedIn. We talk about the nuances of employer bran…

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Robert D. Kaplan, "The Loom of Time: Between Empire and Anarchy, from the Mediterranean to China" (Random House, 2023) 30:02

4M ago30:02

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The Middle East remains one of the world’s most complicated, thorny—and, uncharitably, unstable—parts of the world, as countless headlines make clear. Internal strife, regional competition and external interventions have been the region’s history for the past several decades. Robert Kaplan—author, foreign policy thinker, longtime writer on internat…

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264: For Unlawful Cardinal Directions 48:34

3M ago48:34

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Consonant-only words, devoting 2 hours of your time to Dennis DeYoung, Vedic architecture, bungalow living, how Brad experiences a bagel, all phenomena are empty, getting all the way past the varnish, I Once Was A Pert. Links: Gettin’ real with Thennis TheYoung Vedic architecture Bungalow living Plymouth Rock Episode music: Speshil Bonistrak by thu…

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Kyokutei Bakin, "Eight Dogs, Or Hakkenden: Part Two--His Master's Blade" (Cornell UP, 2024) 38:02

3M ago38:02

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Glynne Walley, translator of classic Japanese novel Hakkenden, joins us on the podcast again to talk about his second translated volume: Hakkenden, Part 2: His Master’s Blade (Cornell East Asia Series: 2024). Unlike Part 1—which is all preamble!—in Part 2 we meet some of the fabled eight dog warriors and the Confucian virtues they represent: Shino,…

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The Fred Lettieri Episode 44:01

4M ago44:01

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In this episode, Mindi and Joe are joined by ex-WNEP Reporter, current WNEP Sales Guy Fred Lettieri. Fred briefly discusses his unique transition from being a TV Guy to a Sales Executive...Uhhhhhh? The crew then dives into your questions from the Brown Bag, to find out, amongst other things, if it's OK to leave your spouse because of their "hot fee…

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EP 3: How To Find Your Lane: Navigating Career Transitions With Confidence - Lauren Ammon 1:06:03

4M ago1:06:03

1:06:03

Welcome to The Real You Podcast, hosted by David Young. In EP 3, I sit down with Lauren Ammon, founder and CEO of Performance Reimagined. OVERVIEW: • The episode delves into Lauren's journey from competitive swimming at Eastern Michigan to a career in human resources and ultimately founding her own business. • The conversation begins by discussing …

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David Veevers, "The Great Defiance: How the World Took on the British Empire" (Ebury Press, 2023) 1:11:21

4M ago1:11:21

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It’s very easy to study the history of the British Empire from the perspective of, well, the British–and to extend the early 20th century version of the empire as a world-spanning entity backwards through history. David Veevers, in his new book The Great Defiance: How the World Took on the British Empire (Ebury Press, 2023) studies the English, and…

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Noo Saro-Wiwa, "Black Ghosts: A Journey Into the Lives of Africans in China" (Canongate Books, 2024) 32:53

4M ago32:53

32:53

Just a decade ago, before COVID upended everything, tens of thousands of migrants from African countries traveled to China in search of economic opportunity. One 2012 estimate put the African population in Guangzhou alone at 100,000. When the British-Nigerian travel writer Noo Saro-Wiwa heard about this community, she decided to travel to Guangzhou…

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The Let it Mellow Episode 52:06

5M ago52:06

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In this episode, the WNEP Morning Crew answers your questions on news car etiquette, wind chill factor, the world's greatest holiday, and most importantly... If it's yellow, let it mellow. If it's brown, flush it down!?! Get your questions in for future episodes at brownbag@wnep.com and whatever you do, let it mellow!?…

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