Best Tamara Lowe Podcasts (2024)

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The Dynamic Life-Changing Power of Community and How to Uplevel Your Peer Group 31:05

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What determines your destiny? Your future is shaped by the disciplines you desire, the skills you acquire, and the people who inspire you. Make That Purpose Call! - FREE Purpose Call! - https://www.purposecall.com/now In this inspiring episode of the Kingdom Builders Academy, our Superstar Coaches Tam and Jillian delve into the dynamic, life-changi…

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"A self-sustaining spiral of sh-t."--disinformation researcher Amanda Rogers on the social media response to the attempted assassination of Donald Trump from Jul 22, 2024

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Joe Strummer & the Mescaleros - "Global A Go-Go" - Global A Go-Go [0:00:00] Set: Interview with Kirsten Eddy of Pew Research Billie Eilish - "Bad Guy" - When We A [0:24:17] Set: Interview with Alex Mahadevan of the Poynter Institute Waxahatchee - "Crowbar" - Tigers Blood [0:54:25]https://www.wfmu.org/playlists/shows/142238…

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Generative AI and the "cesspool internet" – with Jason Koebler from Jul 15, 2024

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Generative AI and the "cesspool internet" – with Jason Koebler Tomaš Dvořák - "Game Boy Tune" - "Mark's intro" - "Interview with Jason Koebler" [0:03:50] - "Mark's comments" [0:42:22] - "AI ripoff songs" [0:54:38]https://www.wfmu.org/playlists/shows/142018By Mark Hurst and WFMU

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Surviving The Summer Slump 24:54

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Ecclesiastes 3:1: “To everything, there is a season and a time to every purpose under the heaven.” Make That Purpose Call! - FREE Purpose Call! - https://www.purposecall.com/now Feeling the summer slump? Don’t let the heat wave melt your motivation! From poolside productivity hacks to spiritual sunblock, we've got the tips you need to thrive all su…

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Sabbaticals – Time to Rest and Refocus – TPW500 32:07

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Have you taken (or thought about taking) a sabbatical? This week we look at the why and what of sabbatical. (And listen for a special announcement at the end of the episode.)By Laura McClellan

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How it started, how it's going: revisiting the warnings of the past from Jul 8, 2024

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How it started, how it's going: revisiting the warnings of the past Tomaš Dvořák - "Game Boy Tune" - "Mark's comments" The Juice Media - "Honest Government Ad | AI" [0:53:31]https://www.wfmu.org/playlists/shows/141782By Mark Hurst and WFMU

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10-Year Podiversary – Lessons Learned – TPW499 35:28

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In this episode we’re celebrating 10 years of The Productive Woman podcast and I’m sharing some lessons I’ve learned along the way.By Laura McClellan

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Carissa Véliz on digital ethics from Jul 1, 2024

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Carissa Véliz on digital ethics Tomaš Dvořák - "Game Boy Tune" - "Mark's intro" - "Interview with Carissa Véliz" [0:07:27] - "Mark's comments" [0:43:58] I Won't Google That - "Hurst & Ottsc" [0:53:26]https://www.wfmu.org/playlists/shows/141553By Mark Hurst and WFMU

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The Business of Business and Why Monitoring the Metrics Matters (Part 3) 30:50

15d ago30:50

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Every business owner wants to have a healthy, growing, and profitable business. Make That Purpose Call! - FREE Purpose Call! - https://www.purposecall.com/now Business metrics are crucial in measuring a company's performance and likelihood of success. Understanding those metrics and their importance is essential for any company striving to thrive i…

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Productive Living: Getting Unstuck, with Britt Frank – TPW498 47:11

22d ago47:11

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This week I'm talking with Britt Frank, a therapist, trauma specialist, and author of The Science of Stuck, about getting unstuck and making a life that matters.By Laura McClellan

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Byron Tau, author, "Means of Control" from Jun 24, 2024

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The surveillance state is here: discussing with Byron Tau, author, "Means of Control" Tomaš Dvořák - "Game Boy Tune" - "Mark's intro" - "Interview with Byron Tau" [0:03:50] - "Mark's comments" [0:42:51] Rocket 808 - "Under Surveillance" [0:54:13]https://www.wfmu.org/playlists/shows/141329By Mark Hurst and WFMU

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Preparing for a Productive Retirement – TPW497 35:28

24d ago35:28

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No matter your age, preparing now, with a focus on what matters most to you, can ensure a smooth transition to a rewarding, meaningful, and productive retirement when the time comes.By Laura McClellan

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Listener questions from Jun 17, 2024

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Mark answers listener questions about AI, robots, and whether we should throw our phones in the river. Tomaš Dvořák - "Game Boy Tune" - "Mark's comments" The New Existentialists - "Last Days of the Internet" [Thanks to DJ Mike in Brooklyn!] [0:55:01]https://www.wfmu.org/playlists/shows/141077By Mark Hurst and WFMU

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Productive Reading: Slow Productivity, by Cal Newport – TPW496 41:29

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In this week's installment of our recurring Productive Reading series, we look at key takeaways from Cal Newport's newest book, Slow Productivity.By Laura McClellan

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Mark Schatzker and "Food, Inc. 2" from Jun 10, 2024

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Ultra-processed food w/Mark Schatzker and "Food, Inc. 2" Tomaš Dvořák - "Game Boy Tune" - "Mark's intro" - "Interview with Mark Schatzker" [0:08:31] - "Mark's comments" [0:47:01] Sir Robert Orange Peel - "TikTok is frying my brain" [0:54:41]https://www.wfmu.org/playlists/shows/140831By Mark Hurst and WFMU

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The Business of Business and Why Monitoring the Metrics Matters (Part 2) 31:34

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Business metrics are crucial in measuring a company's performance and likelihood of success. Understanding those metrics and their importance is essential for any company striving to thrive in a competitive environment. How well do you know your numbers and metrics? Make That Purpose Call! - FREE Purpose Call! - https://www.purposecall.com/now Toda…

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Matt Warwick guest hosts Techtonic: What's the best robot? from Jun 3, 2024

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Johnny 5 - "." BMO - "." Conky 2000 - "." Wall-E - "." Bender - "." Gumby Robots - "." T-1000 - "." SAM The Wake & Bake Morning Show Computer K9 - "." Iron Giant - "." Transformers OLD ONES Mr. Roboto - "." Crow T. Robot ROOMBA Paulie's Robot - "." Robbie Junior - "." Mechanical Turk - "." Fuureal - "." Nanobot Alpha 5 - "." Furby - "." Rosie the R…

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The Business of Business and Why Monitoring the Metrics Matters (Part 1) 30:41

2M ago30:41

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Make That Purpose Call! - FREE Purpose Call! - https://www.purposecall.com/now Ever wondered why sports teams keep score? It’s simple: to measure performance and strategize for success. Similarly, in business, tracking key metrics is vital. If not, how would you know if your business is doing well? Whether you are a Speaker, Author, Coach, Minister…

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10+ Ways to Manage Stress – TPW495 39:04

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There are ways to manage stress--and good reasons to do so.By Laura McClellan

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We should all switch to Linux from May 27, 2024

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We should all switch to Linux Tomaš Dvořák - "Game Boy Tune" - "Mark's intro" - "Interview with Peter" [0:08:43] - "Mark's comments" [0:45:52] Highly Effective People - "Under Surveillance" [thanks to Evan "Funk" Davies] [0:54:26]https://www.wfmu.org/playlists/shows/140361By Mark Hurst and WFMU

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Productive Living: Becoming CEO of Your Health, with Andrea Nakayama – TPW494 1:04:02

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Andrea Nakayama, Functional Nutritionist and founder of Functional Nutrition Alliance, shares new ways to look at our health and nutrition while improving our productivityBy Laura McClellan

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What's eating Google? from May 20, 2024

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What's eating Google? Exploring Google's descent into AI madness. Tomaš Dvořák - "Game Boy Tune" - "Mark's comments" Hurst & Ottsc - "I Won't Google That" [0:54:30]https://www.wfmu.org/playlists/shows/140133By Mark Hurst and WFMU

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Managing Expectations – TPW493 26:33

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Disappointment (and worse) can result when we aren't clear on our expectations. Today we’re talking about managing expectations for less stress and more productivity.By Laura McClellan

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Chris Gilliard on what AI is really for from May 13, 2024

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Chris Gilliard on what AI is really for Tomaš Dvořák - "Game Boy Tune" - Machinarium Soundtrack - "Mark's Intro" - "Interview with Chris Gilliard" [0:03:22] - "Mark's comments" [0:39:05] Hurst & Ottsc - "AI" - Spameater [0:52:45]https://www.wfmu.org/playlists/shows/139898By Mark Hurst and WFMU

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What To Do When It Is Not Working 28:26

2M ago28:26

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Whether you are starting or scaling your business or self-funding ministry, there are usually curve balls that come your way … sometimes one right after another – that can halt or even stop your progress. Make That Purpose Call! - FREE Purpose Call! - https://www.purposecall.com/now What do you do when things are *NOT* working? Today, our Superstar…

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Crafting a Life That Matters: 10 Essential Questions – TPW492 52:43

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Self-reflection is always time well spent, especially if it's helping us grow as an individual. In this episode we’re talking about questions we can ask ourselves to help us create a life that mattersBy Laura McClellan

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"Data Grab" by Ulises Mejias and Nick Couldry from May 6, 2024

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Ulises Mejias and Nick Couldry on “Data Grab: The New Colonialism of Big Tech and How to Fight Back.” Tomaš Dvořák - "Game Boy Tune" - "Mark's Intro" [0:00:04] - "Interview with Ulises Mejias and Nick Couldry" [0:04:42] - "Mark's comments" [0:45:00] Rocket 808 - "Under Surveillance" [0:54:39]https://www.wfmu.org/playlists/shows/139638…

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Productive Living: Financial Wellness, with Tamara Dias – TPW491 49:35

2M ago49:35

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Certified financial social worker Tamara Dias joined me to talk about financial wellness and making a life that matters.By Laura McClellan

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Michael Shelley on AI-generated music from Apr 29, 2024

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AI-generated music: a conversation with Michael Shelley, WFMU DJ Tomaš Dvořák - "Game Boy Tune" - Machinarium Soundtrack - "Mark's intro" - "Interview with Michael Shelley" [0:06:21] - "Mark's comments" [0:44:19] AI - "The Techtonic Twist" - n/a [0:55:21]https://www.wfmu.org/playlists/shows/139403By Mark Hurst and WFMU

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From the Vault: Working from Home – TPW490 45:05

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Working from home has its benefits--and its challenges. This week I talk about both--and some solutions for the challengesBy Laura McClellan

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Eve Herold, author, "Robots and the People Who Love Them" from Apr 22, 2024

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Eve Herold, author, "Robots and the People Who Love Them" Tomaš Dvořák - "Game Boy Tune" - Machinarium Soundtrack Music behind DJ: - "Mark's intro" n/a - "Interview with Eve Herold" - n/a [0:03:33] Music behind DJ: - "Mark's comments" [0:40:46] Hurst & Ottsc - "Spameater" - Spameater [0:54:41]https://www.wfmu.org/playlists/shows/139154…

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Mental Load and a Life that Matters – TPW489 1:00:19

3M ago1:00:19

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How do you manage the mental load that's part of managing a household, a career, relationships, and a life in general? And how do we get others to share that mental load?By Laura McClellan

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Richard Polt, author, "The Typewriter Revolution" from Apr 15, 2024

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Richard Polt, author, "The Typewriter Revolution" Tomaš Dvořák - "Game Boy Tune" - "Mark's intro" - "Interview with Richard Polt" [0:03:07] - "Mark's comments" [0:41:43] Boston Typewriter Orchestra - "Left Blank" [0:54:34]https://www.wfmu.org/playlists/shows/138921By Mark Hurst and WFMU

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The Art of Balancing Solo and Social Time – TPW488 22:06

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A meaningfully productive life includes a balance of solo and social time--but that balance is different for each of us.By Laura McClellan

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Outrage roundup from Apr 8, 2024

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Outrage roundup: antitrust, AI, and Big Tech invading New York City Tomaš Dvořák - "Game Boy Tune" - "Mark's comments" The Glass Bead Band - "I Am a Computer" [0:54:24]https://www.wfmu.org/playlists/shows/138717By Mark Hurst and WFMU

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My Tools for Efficient Work – TPW487 40:30

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The tools we use can make all the difference. In this episode I discuss some of the tools I use for efficient work.By Laura McClellan

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I've been waiting years to say this from Apr 1, 2024

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Better late than never... Mark covers some tech news he's been waiting awhile to bring up. Kenta Nagata - "Koopa Troopa Beach" - Mario Kart 64 - "Mark's comments" - "Interview with Stashu and ChukAmok" [0:27:42] Tykwer, Heil, and Klimek - "Running One" - Lola Rennt [0:54:29]https://www.wfmu.org/playlists/shows/138478…

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Productive Reading: Switch Craft, by Elaine Fox, PhD – TPW486 51:33

4M ago51:33

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This week features an installment in our recurring “Productive Reading” series, looking at key takeaways from Switch Craft, by Elaine Fox, PhD, and the tools that can help us thrive in a constantly changing world.By Laura McClellan

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Guest host Lily Wen interviews Liz Pelly from Mar 25, 2024

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DJ PAYPAL - "Go Off!" - IRL DJ PAYPAL - "Work" - Drake Edits Vol. 2 Music behind DJ: [Guest host Lily Wen interviews NY-based journalist Liz Pelly about how surveillance changes listening habits.] DJ PAYPAL - "Whisper Zone" - IRL DJ PAYPAL - "We Finally Made It (feat. DJ Earl)" - Sold Outhttps://www.wfmu.org/playlists/shows/138198…

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Taking Ownership of Your Health + Business with Special Guest: Justin Roethlingshoefer 47:38

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Do you know what it feels like to fail and be embarrassed? Have you ever been fired, lived in your car, or commuted two hours a day just to continue pursuing your God-given purpose? Make That Purpose Call! - FREE Purpose Call! - https://www.purposecall.com/now Today's guest has experienced all these things and more disappointments, which is enough …

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Swedish Death Cleaning – TPW485 35:24

4M ago35:24

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Swedish Death Cleaning offers a thoughtful approach to decluttering that benefits us in the present and our loved ones when we're gone.By Laura McClellan

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Ian Johnson, author of "Sparks," on China's underground historians from Mar 18, 2024

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Ian Johnson, author of "Sparks," on China's underground historians Tomaš Dvořák - "Game Boy Tune" - "Mark's intro" - "Interview with Ian Johnson" [0:08:24] - "Mark's comments" [0:44:33] The Harp Twins - "500 Miles" [0:55:05]https://www.wfmu.org/playlists/shows/138018By Mark Hurst and WFMU

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The Top Bible Verses for Business Success (Part 2) 28:33

4M ago28:33

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Make That Purpose Call! - FREE Purpose Call! - https://www.purposecall.com/now As a Christian business leader, have you considered when and how to inject your faith into your business? Do you still search for guidance elsewhere when you already have the ultimate source of business wisdom? There's one source of wisdom that can never go wrong: the Bi…

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Productive Living: Having It All, with Brooke Bentley – TPW484 55:28

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Former NFL journalist Brooke Bentley chats with me about choices she's made over the course of her life and career, and the pressure to have it all.By Laura McClellan

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Marathon week 2 w/cohost Dave the Spazz from Mar 11, 2024

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Mark Hurst and his co-host Dave the Spazz Tomaš Dvořák - "Game Boy Tune" - "Pledge 1-800-989-WFMU or online at wfmu.org!" Pink Tiles - "The Internet"https://www.wfmu.org/playlists/shows/137814By Mark Hurst and WFMU

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The Top Bible Verses for Business Success (Part 1) 21:12

5M ago21:12

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Make That Purpose Call! - FREE Purpose Call! - https://www.purposecall.com/now Where do you go for guidance in your life and your business? In today's age of information and technology, there's an abundance of advice on almost everything, which can sometimes cause confusion. But there's one source of wisdom that can never go wrong: the Bible. One t…

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Work-Life Integration – TPW483 29:17

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What's work-life integration and how is it different from (maybe better than) work-life balance?By Laura McClellan

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Marathon week 1 w/cohost station manager Ken Freedman from Mar 4, 2024

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Marathon week 1 w/cohost station manager Ken Freedman Tomaš Dvořák - "Game Boy Tune" - "Mark and Ken raise money for WFMU" Si-mark & Scott-funkel - "The Sounds of Surveillance" [0:54:37]https://www.wfmu.org/playlists/shows/137587By Mark Hurst and WFMU

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S-Mart NEW President and CEO Tamara Pierce Interview! Virtual - Brucefest Special 30:03

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S-Mart has long been an American institution, and for the first time ever, it is being helmed by a CEO who is not of the Smart family bloodline. #JoinTheTalk as we introduce S-Mart President and CEO Tamara Pierce and discuss the new direction of this iconic brand and its history, including an unfortunate update on the much beloved Bradley Smart. Do…