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Mike Fagan, Derek Suboticki and Matthew Roth deliver a mix of light-hearted irreverence and serious MMA discussion. Airs live Thursdays at 7PM ET.
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The ANDREA MITCHELL CENTER FOR THE STUDY OF DEMOCRACY aims not just to promote, but to understand, democracy. Global in its outlook, multifaceted in its purposes, the Mitchell Center seeks to contribute to the ongoing quest for democratic values, ideas, and institutions throughout the world. In THE ANDREA MITCHELL CENTER PODCAST, we interview scholars, journalists, and public thinkers grappling with the challenges facing our democracy. Many of the episodes are linked to our other programming ...
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Dive into the world of financial and retirement planning with the experts at Evermont Wealth. Led by President Brent Pasqua, alongside CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ Matthew Theal and Joshua Winterswyk, each episode is packed with insightful discussions on money, life, and securing your retirement. Tune in to ”The Retirement Plan Playbook” for advice that turns financial goals into achievements, ensuring you’re well-equipped for a prosperous retirement.
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Why is there something rather than nothing? This podcast is a philosophical and psychological exploration into the act of creation (poets, musicians, writers, painters, thinkers, all of us) by: Ken Volante
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A Podcast for the Lost Arts, Reclaiming the Literary Holy Land From the Heathen... New Write Explores Literature and Literary matters from a perspective outside the sanctioned zone.
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Just like how a roux is the essential base for many iconic Cajun and Creole dishes, a proper plan is essential for a healthy retirement. Join "Acadiana's Retirement Strategist" John Blanchard as he discusses concepts on how to set yourself up for a financially bulletproof retirement. Questions about your retirement? Reach out to the team at Matthew James Tax & Wealth Management by calling 337-366-8366 or head over to www.MatthewJames.com.
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If you’re 55 and older and thinking about retirement, then this is the only retirement podcast you need. From tax planning to managing your investment portfolio, we cover the issues you should be thinking about as you develop your financial plan for retirement. Your host, Ryan Morrissey, is a Fee-Only CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER TM who lives and breathes retirement planning. He’ll be bringing you stories and real life examples of how to set yourself up for a successful retirement.
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This podcast features interviews of CTOs and other technical leadership figures and topics range from technology (AI, blockchain, cyber, DevOps, Web Architecture, etc.) to management (e.g. scaling, structuring teams, mentoring, technical recruiting, product etc.). Guests from leading tech companies share their best practices and knowledge. The goal is to support other CTOs on their journey through tech and engineering, inspire and allow a sneak-peek into other successful companies to underst ...
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Serving mugs of Reproducibili☕️: Blends include transparency, openness and robustness + a spoonful of science. Brewed by the @ReproducibiliT Team
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LA musician Cliff Beach interviews top musicians of various genres on their legendary career treks, similar to Inside the Actors Studio, but for Musicians and Engineers, taking a deep dive into the process of creating long-lasting musical impressions.
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"Thread Talks" invites you on a journey through the interwoven world of fashion and business with your host, Peter A. Roberti. This podcast stitches together insightful conversations with industry icons, business experts, master tailors, innovators in fabric mills, style influencers, and the adept stylists at Adrian Jules Custom Clothier, among others who excel in making us look and feel our best. Each episode delves deep into how fashion shapes our identities, the meticulous artistry behind ...
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“Some think it, we say it.” That’s the straight-talk ethos of “Getcha Popcorn Ready with T.O. & Hatch,” the new podcast from former NFL wide receivers and longtime friends Terrell Owens and Matthew Hatchette. Each episode, the outspoken pair talk about — and hilariously bust balls about — everything from football and other sports, to entertainment and fashion, often joined by celebrity guests. With an undeniable chemistry and a commitment to real talk and actual differences of opinion, they ...
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Welcome! Don’t have a reservation? No problem. On Cocktails at Table 7: Inside New York’s Joe Allen, your table is always ready. In candid conversations with Broadway veterans, long-time regulars, even past and present employees, your hosts, Dana, Sean and Jason, recreate the intimate vibe that an evening at Joe’s has always offered. You’ll hear stories of the “Good Ol’ Days” in 1960’s Hell’s Kitchen, rarely told anecdotes from the shows on the “Flop Wall,” and the special connection between ...
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Welcome to The Createur Podcast, an energizing Christian entrepreneurship series inspiring young professionals and college students. Hosts Spencer James and Karli Byrd explore the intersection of faith and business, drawing from the expertise of successful entrepreneurs. Our program is proudly affiliated with the McGraw School of Business at Olivet Nazarene University, renowned for its groundbreaking Entrepreneurship degree program. This student-produced podcast is a gateway to understanding ...
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I’m Charles Mizrahi. I currently write Alpha Investor — one of America’s fastest-growing investment publications — and have had nearly 40 years of experience as a floor trader, hedge fund manager and money manager on Wall Street. In fact, I was once named the No. 1 trader in the nation by Barron’s. But the story of my rise through the ranks is about more than just success — it’s about achieving the American Dream. You see, I didn’t grow up wealthy. But I did grow up with the belief that Amer ...
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ACTION IN RUNNING: Olympics Betting Odds Analysis, London Diamond League Recap and more.
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Ilya Popenko is a multi-disciplinary artist who was born in the Soviet Union and immigrated to the US at the age of 16. He is an award-winning filmmaker and photographer as well as a songwriter and a performer. In 2011, he formed a band called Mad Meg who play in an eclectic style they themselves haphazardly identify as “Punk-Chanson-Noir”. Based o…
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Q&A with Bob Schlotfelt, Executive Director, CISO, Valleywise Health: “A My Way or the Highway Approach Doesn’t Work in Healthcare”
In this interview with healthsystemCIO’s Anthony Guerra, Bob Schlofelt, Executive Director and CISO at Valleywise Health, discusses: His experience in multiple industries; Why healthcare is up there with the most difficult industries to be a CISO (hint: because every doctor is another boss); Why the fact that many health system physicians are not e…
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ACTION IN TRIATHLON ft Joe Skipper - IM Lake Placid Recap, Olympic Games Predictions and more
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Episode 6.1: Environmental Policy in Peril: A Conversation with Professor Eric Orts
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AUDREY JAQUISS sits down with Penn Professor ERIC ORTS to explore the future of environmental regulation and politics in light of recent Supreme Court decisions. Last year, the Court struck down two EPA climate proposals, significantly curtailing the agency's authority to protect wetlands and regulate greenhouse gas emissions from power plants. Thi…
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Financial Steps To Take Before Divorce, #211
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We’ve all heard the statistics that almost half of all marriages end in divorce. And divorce comes at a large cost. That’s why you should come up with a plan for life after divorce. Look at your net worth, put together a budget, and make projections for your future. Let’s get you prepared as you can be. To do that, I’m launching a three-part series…
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Behind The Scenes Interviews at Rochester Fashion Week w/ Adrian Jules (EP. 11)
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Thread Talks Episode #11. Behind The Scenes Interviews at Rochester Fashion Week. We think you really might enjoy WATCHING the episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/WQOekvLkdJg Welcome to Part 1 of a 3-part series of exclusive interviews from Rochester Fashion Week. In this special episode, Stephanie Harlow and Jake Purcell interview clients of Adri…
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HANG WITH Callum Elson - The Distance Running Project
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Spencer Fleury is the author of I Blame Myself But Also You and other stories (Malarkey Books, 2024) and How I’m Spending My Afterlife (Woodhall Press, 2021). He lives in San Francisco. Spencer Fleury Website SRTN WebsiteBy Something (rather than nothing)
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University of Utah Health’s Victoria Tiase on Digital Health & Nursing: “We’re at a Real Inflection Point.”
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The best way to alleviate the documentation burden is by developing “tools that can help support nurses and create efficiencies.” The problem is that “we don’t have time right now to provide input,” said Victoria Tiase. In this interview, she talks about how digital transformation has affected nursing; the question vendors need to be asked; and how…
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Creating a Personal Investment Philosophy (Ep. 106)
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In this episode of Retirement Plan Playbook, host Brent Pasqua and Matthew Theal delve into the significance of creating a personal investment philosophy. They discuss key elements such as risk tolerance, goals, and time horizons while sharing their own investment strategies. The hosts also review the latest financial headlines, including the impli…
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#103 - David Cramer // Co-Founder + CPO @ Sentry
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DevTool 101 and evolving role of co-founder Explore the evolution of both a product and the role of its co-founder in this CTO podcast featuring David Cramer (co-founder + CPO @ Sentry). You will discover the pros and cons of each stage in Sentry's journey (open source -> bootstrap -> VC) and why David's role evolved (CEO -> CTO -> CPO). Listen to …
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ACTION IN RUNNING: After Monaco is Kerr or Ingebrigtsen the favourite?
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4 Ways To Get More Money Into Tax-Free Roth Accounts, #210
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Why would you want to make a Roth contribution? If you believe tax rates will be higher in the future, it could benefit you. How? The contributions grow tax-deferred. When you withdraw the money, it’s tax-free. A tax-free income can be very beneficial in retirement. In 2024, you can contribute $7,000 to a Roth IRA. If you’re over 50, you can contri…
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ACTION IN TRIATHLON - Hamburg WTCS & Ironman Vitoria-Gasteiz
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Sponsored by the Sweat Elite Coaching Academy: https://www.sweatelitecoaching.com/ Join Coach Kasper Pedersen: https://www.sweatelitecoaching.com/kasper -- -- -- In this episode of the Sweat Elite Podcast, hosts Kasper and Matt dive into recent triathlon events, including the Hamburg World Triathlon Series and the Ironman race in Vitoria. They disc…
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Lauren O'Brien and "Lolo's Boyfriend Show"
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Lauren graces the show again to talk more about her exciting solo play "Lolo's Boyfriend Show." It was such a thrill to talk to Lauren about art, the development of Lolo, taking risks on the stage and the hopes and dreams we all need : - ) We also talk about so many costume changes, fashion and design! Bunch of John Leguizamo love at the end. Here'…
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AMA - Lessons From 150+ Interviews with Professional Endurance Athletes
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In this episode of the Sweat Elite podcast, founder and co-host Matt delves into insights gleaned from over 150 interviews with professional athletes and coaches. He emphasizes the importance of threshold training, body composition, and workout intensity while also discussing useful supplements and his experience with the Stride device. Additionall…
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Q&A with Tampa General Hospital’s Senior Director of IT Enterprise Imaging Steven Johnson & Director of IT Matthew Butler: “Enterprise Imaging Defines the Direction, But Decision Points Characterize the ...
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It sounds simple and it makes sense – to ease the burden on clinicians that comes with logging into multiple systems, and thus improve patient safety, all data should reside in one place. When it comes to imaging, that means all images, regardless of how they were created or where they are currently housed (think […] Source: Q&A with Tampa General …
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ACTION IN TRIATHLON - Challenge Roth Post Race Analysis
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ACTION IN RUNNING w/ New Co-Host Henry Wynne | USA Olympic Trials, Wild Times at the Paris Diamond League and Olympic Selection Controversies in Europe
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How To Earn More In Your Health Savings Account, #209
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One of my favorite ways to save for retirement is through a Health Savings Account (HSA). Too many people overlook a health savings account as a great way to save for retirement and healthcare costs. So how do you get the most bang for your buck out of your HSA? I share some simple strategies that very few people employ in this episode. Disclaimer:…
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How To Communicate As A Leader w/ Jeremy Herrman (EP. 10)
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Thread Talks Episode #10 with Jeremy Herrman. Challenges with communication clarity often lead to misunderstandings, frustration, and inefficiency in both personal and professional interactions. Clarity in communication ensures that by the end of a conversation, both parties understand the actions to take or what should happen next. In this thought…
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HANG WITH Ryan Hall - Training Insights, Race Strategies and the Path to a 2:04 Marathon
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Thank you to Ketone-IQ for sponsoring this podcast episode. Score 30% off: https://ketone.com/SWEATELITE Thank you to Precision Fuel & Hydration for sponsoring this podcast episode. Score 15% off: https://visit.pfandh.com/sweatelite-24 (auto-applies code to cart). -- -- -- In this episode of the Sweat Elite podcast, founder Matt hosts an engaging c…
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What’s Your Number? Do I Have Enough to Retire? (Ep. 105)
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In this episode of the Retirement Plan Playbook, hosts Brent Pasqua and Matthew Theal of Evermont Wealth delve into comprehensive retirement planning and investment strategies. The discussion addresses crucial questions about how much money is needed to retire comfortably. They analyze market trends, such as the performance of major stock indices, …
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#102 - Platform Engineering feat. Boyan Dimitrov // CTO @ SIXT
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Platform Engineering: Modularised, Standardised and Automated. Discover how to leverage platform engineering 🏗️ for convenience, standardization, automation, and reduced cloud costs in this CTO podcast featuring Boyan Dimitrov (CTO @ SIXT). SIXT is a leading global mobility provider serving customers in over 100 countries worldwide. With 800 tech e…
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ACTION IN TRIATHLON - Challenge Roth Predictions, Ironman 70.3 Les Sables Recap and more
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Sponsored by the Sweat Elite Coaching Academy: https://www.sweatelitecoaching.com/ Join Coach Kasper Pedersen: https://www.sweatelitecoaching.com/kasper -- -- -- In this episode of the Sweat Elite podcast, hosts Kasper and Matt discuss the latest news and upcoming events in the triathlon world. Kasper, live from Roth, shares his experiences of Chal…
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Don't think you have to be stuck with a mutual fund
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John Blanchard addresses typical errors associated with 401k plans and methods to avoid them. He stresses the significance of proper 401k fund allocation and underscores the advantages of transferring funds to a traditional IRA. Additionally, the discussion covers the constraints of 401k investment choices and the merits of maintaining a varied inv…
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Will your benefits be there when you need them the most? If so, should you collect your benefits as soon as possible? This is something I’m frequently asked, so much so that I decided it was time to address it. So in this episode of Retire with Ryan, I’ll cover how Social Security works, how long Social Security will remain solvent, and whether or …
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Ross McMeekin the author of The Hummingbirds (Skyhorse, 2018.) His short fiction has appeared in literary journals and magazines such as Virginia Quarterly Review, Shenandoah, Redivider, and X-R-A-Y. He has won fellowships from Hugo House and Jack Straw Cultural Center in Seattle. For the last ten years, he has served as editor of the literary jour…
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Q&A with Intermountain Health VP/CISO Erik Decker & Director of Endpoint Data & Application Security Shawn Anderson: “Active Directory Revamp Can Help Slow Intruders Drive to Domian Dominance”
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It makes perfect sense – study what your adversaries are doing and plan your defenses accordingly. If they’re coming in the windows every time, perhaps you don’t need to keep adding locks to the door. And studies have been done in healthcare showing there is a typical attack profile that often entails moving from a […] Source: Q&A with Intermountai…
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HANG WITH Charlie Lawrence - 50 Mile World Record Holder
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Thank you to Ketone-IQ for sponsoring this podcast episode. Score 30% off: https://ketone.com/SWEATELITE Thank you to Precision Fuel & Hydration for sponsoring this podcast episode. Score 15% off: https://visit.pfandh.com/sweatelite-24 (auto-applies code to cart). -- -- -- In this episode of the Sweat Elite podcast, host Matt chats with Charlie Law…
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Reading aloud A Method For Prayer by Matthew Henry
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Leveraging Integration & Automation to Drive Towards Systemness
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To deliver the kinds of experiences patients expect, a healthcare system must act as just that—a unified system. This ideal system breaks down when patients are asked to re-enter their information with each care encounter or staff lose time dealing with cumbersome and repetitive processes that keep them from practicing at the top of their licenses.…
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Q&A: UH Chief Strategy & Innovation Officer David Sylvan on Removing Barriers to Access
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In today’s complex healthcare environment, providing a platform for users to present ideas is essential. However, “if it’s open-ended and unbounded, we’re going to be building a whole bunch of very pretty bridges to nowhere,” said David Sylvan, Chief Strategy & Innovation Officer at University Hospitals. Instead, “we have to be prescriptive about w…
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ACTION IN RUNNING: Hocker, St. Pierre and Fisher Are Paris Bound - USA Olympic Trials Action, Does Kipchoge Listen to Music In Training? Jakob Is A Father & Much More
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Identifying & Mitigating Key Drivers of Insider Risk
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Like any risk measure, the level of insider risk in a health system is never static, despite the fleeting comfort a snapshot might provide. Thus, it's helpful for security and privacy professionals to contemplate the reasons spikes occur so mitigation measures can be implemented at the right time and place. For example, if we consider that issuing …
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John Blanchard talks about the need for a holistic retirement strategy that includes tax efficiency, distribution strategies, asset allocation, risk control, healthcare, and estate planning. John offers an explanation on early retirement issues like health coverage and penalty-free fund access. Plus, he offers thoughts on target date funds, gold's …
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Top Tax Mistakes to Avoid with Steven Jarvis, #207
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What are some of the biggest tax mistakes you should be avoiding when you file taxes? CPA Steven Jarvis has worked on thousands of tax returns. He focuses on helping people who have a long-term focus. He wants to make sure his clients only pay every dollar they owe and nothing more. It’s not about getting a big tax return. It’s about looking at the…
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