Best Rob Kaiser Podcasts (2024)

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A New Era of Operational Excellence in Healthcare | With Rob Carroll, Sr. Director of Business Ops at Kaiser Permanente 35:13

9d ago35:13

35:13

Featuring Rob Carroll, Senior Director of Business Operations & Performance Improvement at Kaiser Permanente. In this episode, we explore how AI and tech integration are transforming healthcare operations. Rob shares invaluable insights into how these innovations are boosting efficiency, optimizing workflows, and driving performance improvement acr…

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Space Debris: How Can the U.S. and China Avoid the Tragedy of the Commons, with Nainika Sudheendra 47:02

15m ago47:02

47:02

This week I continue my conversations with some of the outstanding Schwarzman Scholars who presented at the Capstone Showcase in late June. In this episode, I speak with Nainika Sudheendra about the problem of space debris and what can be done to reduce the creation of more of it or even begin removal of debris before it makes the launching of new …

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Chain Reaction: The Future of Hospital Supply Management | With Randy Subramany, Dir of Supply Chain at New York Presbyterian 38:32

5h ago38:32

38:32

Featuring Randy Subramany, Director of Supply Chain at New York Presbyterian Hospital. In this conversation we dive deep into the role of technology in driving supply chain innovation. Randy shares his insights on how hospital logistics are evolving, creating a ripple effect throughout healthcare. Discover how leaders like Randy are integrating AI …

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Overcoming Burnout with Chris Germer, PhD 19:47

6m ago19:47

19:47

Burnout and stress continue to create tremendous challenges at home and on the job, so this week, we’re looking at how we can reclaim our joy and energy. Join host Paula Felps as she talks with clinical psychologist Chris Germer who, along with researcher Dr. Kristin Neff, developed the world-renowned Mindful Self-compassion program. Their third co…

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295 | Decoding Virality: What Makes a Video Go Viral | with Alesia Klimau 27:04

3h ago27:04

27:04

Alesia Klimau is the owner of Heart Printed, a custom photo magnet printing service. It is a family owned business proud to be manufacturing and shipping from Columbus, OH. They are all passionate about photography and are big fans of Instagram. Founded in 2014, Heart Printed creates high quality custom photo magnets using the best materials and in…

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Priority Pluralism: Rethinking Universal Values in U.S.-China Relations 39:06

12m ago39:06

39:06

I thought Sinica listeners might be interested in listening to an audio narration of my latest essay. I hope you enjoy and that it gives you some food for thought! If you prefer to read, you can find the essay — free for everyone this week — right here. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.c…

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The Chinese Game Industry’s Journey to the West — Rui Ma and Rob Wynne on the Success of Black Myth: Wukong 58:40

8d ago58:40

58:40

The Chinese game studio Game Science has a hit on its hands! The game Black Myth: Wukong, an action role-playing game (ARPG) based on the Monkey King from Journey to the West, has sold extraordinarily well in China and is breaking new ground in the U.S. market as well. This week, I speak with Rui Ma, who runs Tech Buzz China and is one of the most …

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Bonus Episode: Proactive Accessibility: Making Your Site Inclusive & Effective with Wes Buckwalter 36:12

19h ago36:12

36:12

CEO and Creative Director at SeaMonster Studios, Wes Buckwalter manages a small team of geniuses, keeps them paid, and fights for their rights as employees of what he hopes is the best job they've ever had. He advocates for the creativity of my employees and contractors, managing day to day operations, finance, and client relations. SeaMonster Stud…

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Documenting Our Search for a Permaculture Designer at York Meadow Farm 38:27

3d ago38:27

38:27

In this episode of All Around Growth, we take you through our ongoing journey at York Meadow Farm as we search for the perfect permaculture designer to help bring our vision to life. We explore what permaculture is, how it differs from regenerative agriculture, and why these practices are crucial for sustainable farming. You'll hear about the four …

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Becoming Mindful for Life with Willem Kuyken, PhD 26:17

3d ago26:17

26:17

Mindfulness is known for preventing depression and improving mental health, but how do you create a practice that works for you? This week, host Paula Felps is joined by Willem Kuyken, the Ritblat Professor of Mindfulness and Psychological Science at the University of Oxford in the UK, to answer that question. Willem’s most recent book, Mindfulness…

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294 | From Feedback to Fanbase: Building Organic Brand Trust | with Erin Burk 23:20

4d ago23:20

23:20

Erin is the VP of Business Development at August, where she manages their retail, e-commerce, and B2B sales channels. Prior to August she consulted with Deloitte at companies such as Twitter, Fitbit, and Silicon Valley Bank. Later joining Uber, Erin worked in growth and operational roles for four years, helping UberEats expand from 10 to over 600 c…

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The Tragedy of Old School Beijing Hip-Hop with Olivia Fu 1:02:56

6d ago1:02:56

1:02:56

This week on Sinica, I chat with Olivia Fu, who this spring completed her year at Schwarzman College and wrote her Capstone project — a research paper that is required of all Schwarzman Scholars — on the rise and fall of the Beijing hip-hop scene. We explore some of the parallels to Beijing's rock scene, and how many of the same factors that stifle…

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Practicing Outrageous Kindness with Kristina Joy Carlson 27:08

10d ago27:08

27:08

Some days kindness seems in short supply, but this week host Paula Felps is joined by Kristina Joy Carlson, founder of the KINDd Method and managing director of global philanthropy at Carter Global. Kristina has turned her personal practice of outrageous kindness into an inspirational campaign that can be practiced by individuals and corporations a…

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A Show About Nothing 21:08

10d ago21:08

21:08

In today’s episode, we draw a lighthearted comparison between this podcast and Seinfeld—the show famously about "nothing." I share the inspiration behind this podcast, including insights from one of the most influential content creators who has shaped my journey over the past 14 years, pushing me to become more of a creator than a consumer. As I co…

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293 | Creating Distinct Product Value | with Kristen Pumphrey & Thomas Neuberger 28:29

11d ago28:29

28:29

Kristen Pumphrey & Thomas Neuberger are the co-owners of California-based fragrance brand, P.F. Candle Co. and authors of “At Home with Fragrance.” Now a 63-person company, P.F. Candle Co. started as a one-woman Etsy shop in 2008 out of Kristen’s second bedroom. As fragrance experts, Kristen and Tom have scaled the business over the course of sever…

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Bonus Episode: Vision vs Numbers: Helping Entrepreneurs Balance Ideas & Costs with Chris Timmer 23:29

15d ago23:29

23:29

Chris Timmer is the Chief Executive Officer of Linnworks. As a respected CEO and industry veteran, Chris brings three decades of leadership experience spanning sales, marketing and operations in supply chain management and software. He is responsible for leading the company’s overall operations, with direct oversight of sales, marketing, profession…

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Does Beijing Really Want Trump? 16:25

22d ago16:25

16:25

Hey folks! I took some time off to drive the kids to college and then flew to California to celebrate my brother John’s birthday. The upshot is there’s no interview this week, so in place of that, here’s my essay from this week. Hope you enjoy it. If all goes as planned, I’m back next week with regular interview for Sinica! You can find the text of…

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BONUS: The Next Breakthrough in Virtual Nursing | With Bre Loughlin, RN, Founder & CEO of Nurse Disrupted 40:27

16d ago40:27

40:27

Featuring Bre Loughlin, MS, RN, Founder & CEO of Nurse Disrupted. The Digital Healthcare Experience presents a new bonus podcast series! The Next Breakthrough is where we spotlight entrepreneurs and digital pioneers on the leading edge in healthcare. Kicking it off with Bre’s journey from nurse to entrepreneur, driving innovation with her virtual n…

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Overcoming Election Stress With Dr. Lauren Cook 25:22

17d ago25:22

25:22

Election season is now officially underway and that means that many of us are already feeling election stress. That’s why Live Happy has partnered with licensed clinical psychologist and author Dr. Lauren Cook to offer a free four-week email course, Overcoming Election Stress. In this episode, host Paula Felps sits down with Lauren to talk about so…

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292 | What You Can Get Done Before Black Friday 2024 | with Shawn Khemsurov 36:41

24d ago36:41

36:41

Shawn brings over ten years of fashion retail experience to the table. He is the Co-Founder of Electric Eye–our Shopify design and development agency, and a Partner at Feel–a brand studio where art meets commerce. A specialist in design, Shawn has worked with the likes of Abercrombie & Fitch, Gap Inc, Nike, Homage and Only NY. His time in the retai…

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The Healing Power of Hugging Cows With Ellie Laks 23:26

24d ago23:26

23:26

If you’ve never thought of cows as intuitive healers, this episode just might change your mind. Ellie Laks is the founder of The Gentle Barn Foundation, a national organization that rescues and rehabilitates abused and discarded farm animals. She is the creator of cow hug therapy and, as she explains in her book by the same name, she has learned am…

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Cutting-Edge Innovations in Pediatric Care | With Dr. Ryan Cameron, EdD, VP of Technology & Innovation at Children's Nebraska 28:53

23d ago28:53

28:53

Featuring Dr. Ryan Cameron, EdD, VP of Technology & Innovation and Chief Digital Officer at Children’s Nebraska. In this episode, Dr. Cameron unveils the exciting launch of the new Mammel Pediatric Innovation Center at Children's Nebraska. He shares their groundbreaking initiatives to impact the lives of children and families across the region. If …

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Unlocking the Power of Bible Study with the Bible.com App 31:00

1M ago31:00

31:00

In Season 5, Episode 14, we explore the Bible.com app, a versatile tool designed to enhance your spiritual journey. We take a closer look at its key features, with a special emphasis on the Bible study plans. Discover how these plans can be used in group settings or with a partner to foster deeper connections and meaningful discussions. Whether you…

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Recognizing Our Invisible Work With Janelle Wells, PhD and Doreen MacAulay, PhD 32:45

25d ago32:45

32:45

If you feel like your workday never ends, you aren’t alone! This week, host Paula Felps is joined by Janelle Wells and Doreen MacAulay, partners in the consultancy WellsQuest and authors of Our (In)Visible Work: How Everyone Everywhere Experiences It Every Day. Their work focuses on the effect of the unpaid work we do both on the job and at home, a…

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291 | From Marketing Roadblocks to Scalable Growth | with Rob Schutz 28:08

25d ago28:08

28:08

Rob Schutz is the founder of Snagged, where he helps entrepreneurs, startups and established businesses acquire premium domain names. Rob is also co-founder of Ro, the DTC health platform, and employee #7 + former VP of Growth at Bark, where he helped grow the company from $0 to a $100M in run rate. He started his career in healthcare consulting, h…

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The Swifts of Beijing, with Terry Townshend of Birding Beijing 58:00

1M ago58:00

58:00

I was looking for a good episode to pull from the archive to run this week as I'll be traveling and I asked my good friend Deb Seligsohn for a recommendation. She went immediately to this one, and by God if it's not an oldie-but-goodie. This is from December 2015 and features Jeremy Goldkorn — I miss him dearly! — and Terry Townshend, an absolute i…

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Bonus Episode: How DMARC & DKIM Improve Your Email Open Rates with Nikita Vakhrushev 24:24

29d ago24:24

24:24

Nikita Vakhrushev has spent the last 7 years immersed in the digital marketing world. After starting his own ecom brand and quickly pivoting into the agency model, he found his place in ecommerce advertising services. After amassing all the marketing skills needed to scale brands, he found great success in email and SMS marketing, which is what he …

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Bonus: A Free-Range Father in a Tiger Mom World — Reflections on Chinese and American Education 13:26

1M ago13:26

13:26

Here's a little bonus ep for you ahead of tomorrow's show, which will be a re-run of a really fun one from about 10 years ago! I'm driving the rest of this week to the Midwest to drop my kids off at their respective universities, and I've been thinking a lot about the education systems in China and the U.S. So here's my essay for this week. See Pri…

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Season 5, Episode 13: Lessons from the Storm - Preparedness and Community Support 39:22

1M ago39:22

39:22

In this episode, we reflect on the powerful storms that swept through Northeast Ohio on August 6, 2024, leaving thousands without power. I'll share how these unexpected events led to some surprising but welcome houseguests who stayed with us for a week while they waited for power to be restored. We’ll dive into the importance of being prepared for …

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Make Your Summer Fun Last All Fall 26:10

1M ago26:10

26:10

Students and teachers are heading back to school, but just because summer is ending doesn’t mean our fun has to end, too. This summer, Live Happy teamed up with organizational psychologist Mike Rucker, PhD, to offer the Summer of Fun email series, filled with ideas about how to bring more fun to your summer. As we head into fall and winter, host Pa…

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290 | Owning Your Niche with Integrity | with Kris Kaiser and Stephen McCaul 29:20

1M ago29:20

29:20

Kris Kaiser and Stephen McCaul met at a pub in Santa Monica, California, and hit it off immediately. A shared interest in sound brought them together. Kris and Stephen's professional paths were quite different, but audio was a common thread throughout their lives. Kris's PhD dissertation studied the effects of urban noise on the breeding behaviors …

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China's Response to U.S. Semiconductor Export Controls, with Paul Triolo and Kevin Xu 1:35:08

1M ago1:35:08

1:35:08

This week on Sinica, Paul Triolo rejoins the show for a deep, deep dive into China's response to American export controls on advanced semiconductors and related technologies. How much hurt has the policy put on Chinese firms — and how far along is China in finding its way toward technological autonomy? Kevin Xu, author of the fantastic "Interconnec…

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Amped Up Access Through Tech-Driven Language Solutions | With Dylan Smith at Propio Language Services 29:20

1M ago29:20

29:20

Featuring Dylan Smith, Chief Client Officer at Propio Language Services. We explore how technology is enhancing language services in healthcare, breaking down barriers and improving access and equity for all patients. This episode is packed with insights for healthcare professionals and executives aiming to improve the patient experience from end-t…

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Season 5, Episode 12 - μεταμορφόω 55:06

2M ago55:06

55:06

In today’s episode, we chronologically revisit the past few months, diving into requested topics and personal reflections. Key Topics Covered: Listener Engagement: Share your topic suggestions for future episodes. Your input is highly valued. Personal Stories: The story of my friend John: a nickname he gave me, his passing, and the loss of another …

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Standing Together in Divided Times With Rob Volpe 28:37

1M ago28:37

28:37

As we head toward the end of summer, many of us are talking about the contentious election environment. In this episode, host Paula Felps is by Rob Volpe, an empathy activist, consultant, and author of Tell Me More About That: Solving the empathy crisis one conversation at a time, who talks about how we can avoid some of the hazards that come with …

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