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The Optimist Podcast is a series of interviews with inspirational people making a difference all over the world. From Uganda to Indonesia to Paraguay The Optimist Podcast tells funny stories, explores different cultures, and features the projects and people that are making real change across the globe.
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Are you starting a small business or buying an existing business? Do you know that personal circumstances may differ, but broad business patterns are same as ever? Then, what better way to begin than by leveraging knowledge from people who have navigated the road ahead of you? This podcast - ’Small Business Startup School’ shares perspectives using the psychology of retail and financial awareness – all with a reasonable dose of optimism. This show promises to give startup solopreneurs insigh ...
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It is seductive to fear the future because we are biologically programmed to look for danger. This natural impulse is enabled by popular media. However, this podcast is meant to awaken a sense of hope for a bright Humalogy™ future. With a more expansive view of the facts, history has proven that humanity constantly progresses. Technology is increasing the speed at which we experience this beneficial progression.
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Voice of Portland

Brian Bushlach, Feedback Media

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The Voice of Portland, Presented by TMT Development, is where business and civic leaders team up to share ideas and take action. Led by TMT CEO Vanessa Sturgeon, and hosted by Brian Bushlach, this series explores solutions to improve the business environment in the Rose City.
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Welcome to American Optimist hosted by Joe Lonsdale, entrepreneur, investor, and founder of four multi-billion dollar companies and other mission-driven organizations. American Optimist is an alternative to the fear, cynicism, and zero-sum thinking in mainstream media. Learn from the innovators and leaders who are solving our nation’s most pressing challenges -- and doing it in a way that will lift everyone up. Hope should dominate our discourse, and American Optimist will show you why.
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Positively Pedestrian

Kris Tyte & Sean Snodgrass

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Two IT nerds and longtime friends discuss technology, ethics, life, relationships, artificial intelligence, and a wide range of nonsense. While going on early morning walks for exercise, Sean Snodgrass and Kris Tyte realized others may (or more probably may not) want to hear the kinds of things they talk about. Positively Pedestrian Podcast is aptly named. They are optimistic, positive-thinking people, they are walking, and understand that their point of view on pretty much everything is goi ...
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Glen's Notebook

The Film Optimist

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Glen's thoughts on movies, media, arts, and entertainment. A companion piece to YouTube's "The Film Optimist." Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/c-glen-williams/support
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Decoder is a show from The Verge about big ideas — and other problems. Verge editor-in-chief Nilay Patel talks to a diverse cast of innovators and policymakers at the frontiers of business and technology to reveal how they’re navigating an ever-changing landscape, what keeps them up at night, and what it all means for our shared future.
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Pop Positivity

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Welcome to ”Pop Positivity,” the podcast where the sun always shines, and your inner optimist takes center stage. I’m your host, Dr. Sarah Merritt, and together, we’re on a mission to illuminate the bright side of life. Join me on this uplifting journey as we explore the power of positivity, embracing joy, and finding the silver lining in every situation. Format: Bi-monthly episodes, each bursting with optimism and good vibes. Are you ready to view the world through rose-tinted glasses? ”Pop ...
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Politics is how people achieve power. Policy is what they do with it. Every week on The Weeds, host Jonquilyn Hill and guests break down the policies that shape our lives, from abortion to financial regulations to affirmative action to housing. We dive deep and we get wonky, but we have fun along the way. New episodes drop every Wednesday. Produced by Vox and the Vox Media Podcast Network.
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WFG Insights

WFG / Feedback Media

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WFG National Title provides regular updates to its real estate industry partners with the WFG Insights Podcast. This podcast features WFG executives offering their perspective, along with industry influencers, agents and other real estate partners sharing their expertise and best business practices.
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Hi, My name is Jash Mistry , I am the CEO of Hype Media . Going to share all my knowledge with you guys on day to day basis . Pep talk , Marketing story , Life ideas & much more ...
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Join Derek Luetjen and Zach Robins as they take a look behind the curtains of the Orange County comedy Community and beyond to discuss their guest’s inspiration for performing, mental health issues, and everything in between. Zach is a Psychotherapist, improviser, and open neurotic. Derek is a long-time staple in the comedy community and an unapologetic optimist. As the ADHD flows like wine, listen as the two barely stay on topic while interviewing fantastic guests from the community. (Nothi ...
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More joy, less fear, and no end to the evidence that a bright future is possible. Hosted by Dr. Lynda Ulrich, co-founder of the Goodness Exchange, each episode we help you make sense of the world by introducing you to people tackling some of the world’s most difficult problems and show you why they still think the future is bright. Find more good news at the Goodness Exchange, a media outlet helping you cut through today’s negative noise, saving your time and sanity with instant access to po ...
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Centre for Independent Studies

The Centre For Independent Studies

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Let’s share good ideas. 💡 The Centre for Independent Studies promotes free choice and individual liberty and the open exchange of ideas. CIS encourages debate among leading academics, politicians, media and the public. We aim to make sure good policy ideas are heard and seriously considered so that Australia can prosper.
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Allianz Global Investors’ Investment Intelligence Podcast brings together experts from all over the world to discuss all things investing, from recent market developments, to strategy, sustainable investing, asset allocation, risk management and more. Please visit https://www.allianzgi.com/social-media for important disclosures.
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In the Analytive Podcast we break down actionable marketing strategies, discuss trends, provide tips, tricks, and hacks, and interview business owners and business consultants. We want to help make you a better marketer, better leader, better business person, and improve your life. This podcast is hosted by Tyler Brooks of Analytive.
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Open Collar

OpenCollar Digital

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Open Collar is a weekly podcast that explores the world of movies, TV shows and comic book adaptations. Hosted by passionate pop culture enthusiasts, each episode delves into the latest and greatest releases in the industry, analyzing everything from the biggest blockbusters to hidden gems. Join hosts, Cory Bullis and Steve McCoy as they engage in thought-provoking discussions and sharing their opinions and insights with a mix of humor and candor. Whether you're a die-hard fan or simply curi ...
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Star Wars Nerds Unite

Tim and Jen Van Autreve, Josh Mason

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Star Wars Nerds Unite is a podcast dedicated to discussing the new Star Wars universe. Your hosts are Tim Van Autreve, show runner, eternal optimist, and life-time Star Wars lover; Jennifer Van Autreve, sci-fi nerd, bombshell, and Star Wars novice; and Josh Mason, the Star Wars expert and ultimate critic. Together they discuss the new media coming out of Disney-owned LucasFilm. This family friendly podcast will analyze and discuss the new TV shows, movies, comic books, novels and anything el ...
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The purpose of this podcast is to inspire humans through the sharing of stories to leverage social media to foster deeper human connection, develop a strong support system for physical therapists, healthcare providers, and others and to overcome the fear of taking action on dreams.
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America 2.0

J S Mayank and David Carlyle | Realm

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Seth McGuire (Patrick J Adams) is a first term Congressman. He’s also an unflinching idealist and a profound optimist. When embroiled in his first ever controversy, Seth is completely ill-equipped to navigate D.C.’s political treachery. Hope comes in a EUREKA moment, putting him at a crossroads: can his bold and revolutionary plan really save this country, or is he going to talk himself right out of office when people hear his crazy idea? Find out in our 6-part, scripted, narrative podcast s ...
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She Persisted is THE teen mental health podcast—made for teens, by a teen. In each episode, Sadie brings you authentic, accessible, relatable conversations about every aspect of mental wellness. Expect evidence-based, teen-approved resources, coping skills (lots of DBT), insights, and education in each piece of content you consume. She Persisted offers you a safe space to feel validated and understood in your struggle while encouraging you to take ownership of your journey and build your lif ...
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This Does Not Compute

Center for Strategic and International Studies

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This Does Not Compute features candid interviews with leaders and experts in the fields of cybersecurity, internet governance, space policy, intelligence, and other areas of technology policy.
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How well do you we really know each other? This is my exploration into human connection and vulnerability. Learning new things about old friends, and old things about new friends. Far Betterment - Self improvement over any distance.
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CzechMate

Tomas Sedlacek

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Tomas Sedlacek is a university lecturer and media commentator on philosophy of economics. He gained widespread recognition for his book "Economics of Good and Evil" (Oxford University Press), which has been translated into 22 languages. Sedlacek has advised former Czech President Vaclav Havel, and has lectured at the World Economic Forum and various venues around the world. For 16 years he was a Chief Macroeconomic Strategist at the largest Czech bank, and has been a longstanding member of C ...
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A show that explores the audience, business, and creative sides of developing video campaigns. We're a video agency on a mission to deeply understand and represent the human perspective on exponential technology.
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If you're looking for a Mighty Mouth, look no further. In an effort to recover from two decades in Hunter Thompson's "cheap plastic hallway" - network TV news, specifically - I hung out my shingle as a storyteller. No, you won't see me at the local children's library. I throw too many f-bombs to be invited there. I use my skill as a speaker, writer, producer and erstwhile standup comic to drive change in healthcare and healthcare tech. How good am I at talking? I talked my way out of police ...
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A show for people interested in finding out how others have navigated pursuing creative jobs in traditional or untraditional ways! Hosted by DIY Queen, Tay Beepboop and Creative Decorator Dani Klaric — new episodes out each Wednesday wherever you listen to podcasts and on YouTube.
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The Political Periscope

Piotr Mateusz Bobołowicz

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The Political Periscope offers weekly interviews about politics, geopolitics, economy and more, from the perspective of the eastern flank of NATO, in the context of the war in Ukraine. The weekly podcast is created by Radio Wnet, stationed in Warsaw, Poland. The interviews are conducted by journalists of the Radio Wnet in Warsaw, Kiyv, Lviv, Beirut, Dublin, Vilnius, London, Taipei, Medellin, the Balkans and more. Our guests are mainly european politicians and experts in security and military ...
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Are you ready to embark on a journey to demystify the Artificial Intelligence (AI) world and unveil its true potential? In the Age of AI, a technological shift of unprecedented magnitude is upon us. From the information age dominated by Google, websites, and beyond, AI leads us toward a future of automation, abundance, and new possibilities. However, amid the promise of progress, there are concerns about existential risks and the spreading of misinformation. But fear not! This podcast aims t ...
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Today, I’m talking with Joseph Cox, one of the best cybersecurity reporters around and a co-founder of the new media site 404 Media. Joseph has a new book coming out in June called Dark Wire: The Incredible True Story of the Largest Sting Operation Ever, and I can’t recommend it enough. It’s basically a caper, but with the FBI running a phone netwo…
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Oppositions hold governments to account, raise issues of public concern, represent aggrieved citizens, propose alternative policies. Having a viable and energetic opposition is an essential for the health of any democracy. The Art of Opposition is the first detailed published research study of Australian oppositions across all federal and state jur…
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This week's episode is titled ‘Certified Project Management Professional Lean Six Sigma Certification Green Belt: Boost Revenue Using Six Sigma’. In this podcast titled Boost Revenue Using Six Sigma, I'm joined by Leslie-Ann George, a Lean Six Sigma Certification Greenbelt. Leslie-Ann is a Certified Project Management Professional, and we discussed…
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A good job, marriage, 2.5 kids, house, car and a trip to Disneyworld. That was the American Dream. Is it still? Have the things we want out of life changed and with that, has the dream changed? That's fine if that's the case. The deeper question is, has the dream changed because the original dream isn't attainable? Or, has it changed because what w…
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Pretty much everyone is unhappy with food delivery these days. Prices are rising for customers; workers are barely making minimum wage; and restaurants feel gauged by delivery apps. Today on The Weeds: how the gig economy turned sour, and how you can still order your favorite food without feeling guilty. Vox senior reporter Whizy Kim explains. Read…
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In the quiet corners of Vermont, amidst the soothing hum of nature, there's an almost impossibly deep and velvety voice that resonates with wisdom and authenticity: Meet Kris Brown, a voiceover expert whose path to success has been anything but ordinary. His journey is marked by struggles (like incarceration and homelessness), redemption (through i…
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Today, I’m talking to Google CEO Sundar Pichai, who joined the show the day after the big Google I/O developer conference. Google’s focus during the conference was on how it’s building AI into virtually all of its products. If you’re a Decoder listener, you’ve heard me talk about this idea a lot over the past year: I call it “Google Zero,” and I’ve…
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Watch the podcast here: https://youtu.be/lYls1XLQG7s #auspol #freemarket #economics Robert Carling is a Senior Fellow at the Centre for Independent Studies. Robert is researching and writing about fiscal policy, taxation and federalism. Prior to joining the CIS, Robert was Executive Director, Economic and Fiscal at the New South Wales Treasury from…
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#190 In this week's solo episode, I talk about how you can completely shift your mindset to become more optimistic. I dive into why it's so helpful for your health and well-being to be optimistic before sharing three positive psychology techniques you can try out to unlock your inner optimist. I explain: + What positive psychology is & how it's dif…
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Last week, TikTok filed a lawsuit against the US government claiming the divest-or-ban law is unconstitutional — a case it needs to win in order to keep operating under Bytedance’s ownership. There’s a lot of back and forth between the facts and the law here: Some of the legal claims are complex and sit in tension with a long history of prior attem…
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We thought the chapter on meme stocks was complete. It was written off as people fed up with being stuck at home from Covid, taking their government checks and bidding up stocks no one was watching. Essentially, it was something that was unlikely to happen under any other circumstances. So, what brought it back this time? Tom and Dylan discuss meme…
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Do you think crime is on the rise? You aren’t the only one. According to Gallup, over 75 percent of Americans think crime is up from last year. The crime rate, though, has actually been falling. So why do so many Americans think crime is getting worse? Vox policy correspondent Abdallah Fayyad joins Weeds host Jonquilyn Hill to discuss the disconnec…
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The Australian Government wants to transition our electricity system to net zero carbon emissions by relying on wind and solar power – excluding alternatives such as small nuclear reactors. Its justification for this switch rests on the claim that a renewables-dominated system is environmentally beneficial and economically superior to using fossil …
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Jennifer Bushman is a leading expert in elevating ingeniously sustainable “water farming.” Aquaculture now has the potential to provide abundant seafood, as well as foods from freshwater sources, all over the world. Get ready to be delighted—and hungry—as you learn about this consumer shift that you’ll surely be anxious to participate in. Chapters …
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This week we interview Redda Talhouni! A wonderfully talented performer in both Stand up and Improv. We talk about escaping being hunted, Improv talk starts at 17:30 Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/OpentheCurtains/membership?view_as=patron (Nothing discussed on this podcast is meant to be medical advice or a professional diagnosis.) …
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Tune in to the latest episode of the Free Thought Project podcast where Jason and Matt reconnect with Sal Mayweather, aka Sal the Agorist. Known for his influential presence as a social media commentator, agorist, cypherpunk, and Rothbardian crypto anarchist, Sal brings a wealth of knowledge and radical insights to the table. His book "Anti Politic…
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Adobe CEO Shantanu Narayen has been at the top of my list of people I’ve wanted to talk to for the show since we first launched — he’s led Adobe for nearly 17 years now, but he doesn’t do too many wide-ranging interviews. I’ve always thought Adobe was an underappreciated company — its tools sit at the center of nearly every major creative workflow …
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Today, we’re going to talk about the smart home — one of the oldest, most important, and most challenging dreams in the history of the tech industry. The idea of your house responding to you and your family, and generally being as automated and as smart as your phone or your laptop, has inspired generations of technologists. But after decades of pr…
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#189 Today's guest is Johann Hari— a British-Swiss writer and journalist who has written three New York Times best-selling books and just released his new book, Magic Pill: The Extraordinary Benefits and Disturbing Risks of the New Weight-Loss Drugs. He has also served as the Executive Producer of an Oscar-nominated movie and an eight-part TV serie…
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Last week, the US Drug Enforcement Administration announced a move to reclassify marijuana as a Schedule III drug, after the Biden administration requested a review in late 2022. For decades, cannabis has been classified as Schedule I alongside drugs like heroin and LSD—and research on its effects and medical use has been limited. While reschedulin…
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In a candid and eye-opening conversation, TMT Development President & CEO Vanessa Sturgeon lays out the dire state of commercial real estate in downtown Portland, what it will take to fix it, and a lengthy timetable to find a new normal. She also shares what it will take for businesses to get their teams excited about the office again.…
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In this timely download, WFG Chairman and Founder Patrick Stone downplays talk of economic stagflation and calls for one Fed rate cut, perhaps as early as Q3. When that happens, Stone shares the impact it'll have on mortgage rates, and subsequently inventory as we hope to finish the year strong.By WFG / Feedback Media
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In the realm of travel, there are individuals who are not just adventurers, but also champions of breaking stereotypes and fostering connections with others. Doug Barnard is one of those individuals. He is a seasoned YouTuber with over 500,000 followers, as well as a guide who takes travelers on wondrous journeys to places maligned in mass media, l…
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This week's episode is titled 'Motivation, Mindset & Manifesting Coach: Unmasking Imposter Syndrome'. Mindset advocate, Alicia Berberich, delves into the complex issue of imposter syndrome plaguing many entrepreneurs. The discussion focuses on the difference between your intuition voice and the imposter syndrome voice and offers practical solutions…
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Watch Here: https://youtu.be/pNLmQbvdnJc Matthew Ridley is a British science writer, journalist and businessman. He is known for his writings on science, the environment, and economics, and has been a regular contributor to The Times newspaper. Ridley was chairman of the UK bank Northern Rock from 2004 to 2007. Ridley is a libertarian, and a staunc…
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Join Jason and Matt on the Free Thought Project podcast as they host Aaron R. Day, an experienced entrepreneur, investor, and passionate advocate for freedom and individual liberty. With a rich background in e-commerce, healthcare, blockchain, AI, and clean technology, and recognitions from major news outlets like Forbes, The Wall Street Journal, a…
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Today, I’m talking with Polestar CEO Thomas Ingenlath, whom I first interviewed on the show back in 2021. Those were heady days — especially for upstart EV companies like Polestar, which all seemed poised to capture what felt like infinite demand for electric cars. Now, in 2024, the market looks a lot different, and so does Polestar, which is no lo…
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In this episode of Positively Pedestrian, we embark on a fascinating journey through the interplay of AI and human creativity, pondering the possibilities of archiving our collective wisdom before AI reshapes our knowledge landscape. Join us as we explore innovative preservation methods, debate the role of AI in creativity, and discuss the philosop…
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Scott starts a new series that is all about finding better definitions for important words we use in the technology field. Too many times words are used that many people really do not understand. In other cases, the words we use are not good at really describing the concepts behind the words. In this first podcast of the series, Scott takes on arti…
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Today, Verge transportation editor Andy Hawkins and I are going to try and figure out Tesla. I said try — I did not say succeed. But we’re going to try. That’s because Tesla has been on a real rollercoaster these past two weeks, in terms of its stock price, its basic financials, and well, its vibes. If you’ve been following the company, you know th…
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Tenure is unique to academia. Teachers are afforded protection once granted tenure so they can research and discuss topics that might otherwise jeopardize job security. However, there is an unintended consequence that needs addressing. That is, when teaching jobs are protected, does it end up keeping out fresh blood with new ideas? On this week's e…
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Something is happening in Connecticut. Back in 2021, the state legislature passed a measure that would create something called baby bonds: trust accounts for children receiving government assistance. It’s an idea that started decades ago and was championed by Darrick Hamilton, the founding director of the Institute on Race, Power and Political Econ…
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Astronaut Nicole Stott isn't your average adventurer; she's one of the few individuals who have had the privilege of leaving Earth and venturing into the vast unknown of outer space, experiencing the wonder of living and working aboard both a space shuttle and the ISS. With over 100 days spent in space, Nicole has gained a unique perspective on our…
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On this week's episode, we talk to Joe Salas! We discuss social anxiety, traveling for improv, and dementia Please, support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/OpentheCurtains/membership?view_as=patron (Nothing discussed on this podcast is meant to be medical advice or a professional diagnosis.) More info on Zach can be found at ZachRobinsTherap…
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In this thought-provoking episode of the Free Thought Project podcast, hosts Jason and Matt sit down with Jeremy Kauffman, an American entrepreneur and fervent political activist known for his pioneering work in blockchain technology with the creation of LBRY, a decentralized file-sharing platform. Kauffman, also a notable figure in the Libertarian…
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A lot has changed since the last time Ola was on Decoder. Back then, he said Mercedes would have an all-EV lineup by 2030 — a promise a whole lot of car companies, including Mercedes, have now had to soften or walk back. But he doesn't see that as a setback at all, and he and Mercedes are both still committed to phasing out gas in the long run. We …
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Premier Body Armor provides complete body armor systems to defend against threats including handguns, shotguns, and high-powered rifles. We are headquartered in Gastonia, North Carolina, and all our products are proudly made in the USA. In this episode with Alex Stewart, President of Premier Body Armor, we discuss the body armor business, how the c…
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Today, we’re talking about the brand-new TikTok ban — and how years of Congressional inaction on a federal privacy law helped lead us to this moment of apparent national panic about algorithmic social media. This is a thorny discussion, and to help break it all down, I invited Verge senior policy reporter Lauren Feiner on the show. Lauren has been …
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The FTC recently ruled noncompete agreements can no longer be used for employees making less than $151K in non-senior leadership roles. On this week's episode, Tom and Dylan debate noncompete agreements and if they should be used. Is there a case for companies using them after making an investment in an individual? Or does a noncompete just trap pe…
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If you’ve never used Amazon, you almost definitely know someone who has. Amazon is pretty much everywhere. In the three decades since its founding, Amazon has grown from a small startup to a trillion-dollar company, skirting rules, taxes, and accountability along the way. Then, in 2023, the Federal Trade Commission filed a lawsuit against the compa…
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#188 Today's guest is Meg Jay— a developmental clinical psychologist, associate professor of education at the University of Virginia, and published author with over 25 years of experience studying the psychology of twentysomethings. A recent New York Times profile called Dr. Jay “the patron saint of striving youth” and her TED talk “Why 30 Is Not t…
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