Best Ted Stark Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 179: Love and Monsters (A Ted Lasso Podcast) 35:45

3h ago35:45

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The Vibes are Abzorbal-Off as Joe 'n' Toni discuss Dead, Deadd, & Deaddy, a Time Loop Called Marriage, and the Doctor Who episode Love and Monsters. If you're interested in being a Friend of Rassilon, click here. Download • YouTube • RSS • Patreon • iTunes • Google Play • ESO NetworkBy Joe and Toni B. Heath

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3 Successful PE-Backed Exits & the Impact of AI Adoption with Kevin McShane 39:08

4h ago39:08

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Welcome to The Private Equity Podcast, by Raw Selection! Today, we're joined by Kevin McShane, a seasoned Chief Revenue Officer turned Operating Partner, with a wealth of experience from multiple private equity-backed exits. In this episode, Kevin shares insights on his journey, the impact of AI on driving revenue and EBITDA, and his key learnings …

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How organizations are handing AI security 42:59

3h ago42:59

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AI is transforming how companies secure their IT infrastructure, especially in industries like airlines, health care, retail, and telecommunications, which rely on applications and APIs for seamless digital experiences. However, there's a risk of companies improperly deploying AI tools or using insecure vendors, potentially leading to widespread da…

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How Private Equity Investors and Operators Can Produce Better Results with Geoff Lurie 36:13

1h ago36:13

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Welcome back to The Private Equity Podcast, by Raw Selection! In this episode, Alex Rawlings, speaks with Geoff Lurie, Managing Partner at Traub Capital Partners. Geoff brings decades of experience as an operator-turned-private equity investor. He shares his invaluable insights on how private equity firms and portfolio companies can collaborate mor…

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Episode 11: Jennifer Reeder 50:01

3h ago50:01

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From punk music to vintage leather jackets, Ohio to Chicago, our STARK RAVING guest is writer, director and producer, Jennifer Reeder (Perpetrator, Night's End, V/H/S 94). Tune in as we cover Jennifer's early career, through to her break through feature film, Knives & Skin. We explore her musical choices in her films as well as the difficulty in li…

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We’re back! RunSafe CEO Joe Saunders on secure-by-design in IoT devices 30:28

15h ago30:28

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Secure-by-design transforms secure code from an afterthought to an inherent feature, weaving a resilient shield directly into the fabric of every application and device from the ground up. But while everyone’s mind gravitates toward the ocean of software we all use, how does secure-by-design translate to the Internet of Things? In this episode, Cyb…

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An Operator-turned-PE Investor's Take on How to Originate More Deals, Playbook with Ted Clark 28:18

3d ago28:18

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Welcome back to the Raw Selection Private Equity Podcast! In this episode of our Playbook series, we're thrilled to have Ted Clark return. Ted, a seasoned chief executive now making waves as a private equity investor with Iron Path Capital, shares invaluable insights into the art of deal origination. Having previously discussed growing enterprise v…

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5+ PE-Backed Exits, the Fundamentals of a Proven CEO With Jeffrey Stark 45:50

10d ago45:50

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Welcome to the Private Equity Podcast! In this episode titled host, Alex Rawlings, dives into the insights and strategies of a seasoned executive known for his leadership in multiple private equity-backed exits. Jeffrey Stark discusses his career trajectory, highlighting his transition from corporate America to becoming a pivotal figure in private …

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Episode 10: Ti West 56:56

12d ago56:56

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Is it Professor Plum? Mrs White? Mr Green? Mrs Peacock? Miss Scarlett or Colonel Mustard? We'll give you a clue...X, Pearl and MaXXXine. You guessed it, our STARK RAVING guest is writer and director, Ti West. Sit back and let Ti take you on a journey of his film career and experiences on his early short films through to his ground breaking X trilog…

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Episode 178: The Impossible Planet/The Satan Pit (Big Devil!) 48:17

16d ago48:17

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Toni and Joe are joined by Adam Clegg to worship Satan and discuss the Doctor Who episodes The Impossible Planet and The Satan Pit. If you're interested in being a Friend of Rassilon, click here. Download • YouTube • RSS • Patreon • iTunes • Google Play • ESO NetworkBy Joe and Toni B. Heath

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How the Best Private Equity Firms Hire Top Portfolio Executives With Jordan Burton 44:34

17d ago44:34

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Welcome to The Private Equity Podcast by Raw Selection! In this episode, our host, Alex Rawlings, is joined by Jordan Burton, co-founder of Talgo. Together, they delve into the intricacies of talent interviewing and assessment within the private equity sector. Jordan brings a wealth of knowledge from his transition from a potential private equity i…

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Ted Schlein on the cybersecurity industry and the latest twist in the Trump-Iran hacking saga 46:18

22d ago46:18

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If you want to understand cybersecurity policy, it’s not enough to focus on Washington D.C. — you have to also grok the American tech industry. Few people have bridged that divide more effectively than Ted Schlein, the legendary venture capitalist who is currently at Ballistic Ventures. On this episode of Safe Mode, he sits down with host Elias Gro…

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A Private Equity Firm Founders Playbook On Value Creation With Brendan Anderson 33:06

27d ago33:06

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Welcome to the Private Equity Podcast! In this episode, we explore the nuances of building and scaling businesses within the private equity realm. Alex excited to welcome back Brendan Anderson, Managing Partner of ScaleCo Capital. [00:00] Brendan emphasizes the importance of having the right people and vision for successful business ventures. [00:1…

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Episode 9: Joanne Mitchell 52:18

24d ago52:18

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With celebrations underway for FrightFest's 25th Anniversary, our guest is the fabulously talented director, producer and actress, Joanne Mitchell (Emmerdale, Wolf Manor, Attack of the Adult Babies) who will be making her feature debut with the anticipated Broken Bird. We'll be exploring her background in television, film, theatre and radio, as wel…

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Hack-and-leak op targets Trump; a technical deep dive with John Hammond on the CrowdStrike outage 32:20

30d ago32:20

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With Election Day rapidly approaching in the United States, the Trump campaign claims that the first major hack-and-leak operation has arrived. After a handful of U.S. media outlets received leaked material on vice presidential candidate JD Vance, the Trump campaign said it had been the victim of an Iranian hacking operation. On this episode of Saf…

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Founding and Managing a Private Equity Firm, Highs and Lows with Brad Nathan - Playbook Series 45:59

1M ago45:59

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Welcome to the Private Equity Podcast! In this episode, Alex Rawlings welcomes back Brad Nathan, a seasoned private equity firm founder, to dive into the intricacies of starting and managing a PE firm. Brad shares first-hand experiences, detailing the triumphs and tribulations he's encountered and offering a comprehensive guide for navigating the c…

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A deep dive with Tim Starks on the Biden administration's cybersecurity initiatives 44:35

1M ago44:35

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An epidemic of ransomware, cyberattacks on gas pipelines, Chinese infiltration of American critical infrastructure — these are just some of the cybersecurity issues the Biden administration has tackled during the president’s first term in office. With President Joe Biden’s time in office winding down, it’s worth taking stock: Has his administration…

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Key Advice For Every PE-Backed Executive With Matt Sharrers 26:18

2M ago26:18

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Welcome to the Private Equity Podcast! In this episode, we dive into the intricate dynamics of managing relationships between CEOs and private equity firms with our guest, Matt Sharrers, founder of ETJ Advisory. Matt shares his extensive experience and insights on how executives can effectively navigate the transition into private equity-backed rol…

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Episode 8: Brandon Cronenberg 44:25

2M ago44:25

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It's Brandon Cronenberg (Antiviral, Infinity Pool, Possessor)! surely we can't be serious? We are serious and don't call us Shirley. Find out how the writer, producer and director experienced Airplane! as a baby with his first trip to the pictures as well as how he considered being a Formula One driver before falling in love with cinema and the art…

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Episode 177: The Idiot's Lantern (Circumcised Boohbahs and Other Horrors) 36:34

2M ago36:34

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Joe and Toni discuss a Rose Gremlin, being hungie, and fixing your asshole dad in the Doctor Who episode The Idiot's Lantern. If you're interested in being a Friend of Rassilon, click here. Download • YouTube • RSS • Patreon • iTunes • Google Play • ESO NetworkBy Joe and Toni B. Heath

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The Vast Opportunity of Investing in Sub $5M EBITDA Companies With Mason Myers 24:17

2M ago24:17

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Welcome to The Private Equity Podcast! In this episode, we’re diving deep into the world of investments with a focus on sub $5M EBITDA companies. Our guest is Mason Myers, Founder and Managing Partner of Greybull Stewardship. Mason’s expertise lies in navigating and scaling smaller, often overlooked businesses, and he’s here to share valuable insig…

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Sara Hooker on compute thresholds for AI; CrowdStrike breaks the internet 45:57

2M ago45:57

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AI governance regimes the world over have seized on compute thresholds as a mechanism for implementing various controls on artificial intelligence systems. The basic idea is that if an AI model relies on a sufficiently large amount of computing power, then various controls kick in. As AI models get larger, the thinking goes, they also get riskier, …

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Private Equity and How it is Embracing Technology Transformation With Alan Williamson 24:09

2M ago24:09

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Welcome to the Private Equity Podcast! In this episode, we explore "Private Equity and Technology Transformation" with Alan Williamson. Alan, a seasoned CTO and operating partner, shares insights from his journey—from embedded engineering to navigating Enterprise Java and PE due diligence. He emphasizes crucial operational details affecting portfol…

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Episode 7: Corin Hardy 46:16

2M ago46:16

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From Herbie Goes Bananas to Friday the 13th Part VI, join us as we explore the film and pop culture picks from our special guest, producer, director and writer, Corin Hardy (The Nun, The Hallow, Gangs of London). From his humble beginnings with a Super 8 camera, through to his early years as a monster maker in animation, find out how none of this c…

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Dewey Murdick on enabling principles for AI governance; a landmark breach at AT&T 39:43

2M ago39:43

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Around the world policymakers seem to be grappling with the same question: How best to govern artificial intelligence? The Center for Security and Emerging Technology, a Washington-based think tank, has emerged as a key and influential player in that conversation. And on this episode of Safe Mode, its executive director, Dewey Murdick, sits down wi…

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The Intentional Strategy Steps To Grow a Business To a Billion Dollar Exit With Tim O'Reilly - Playbook Series 44:10

2M ago44:10

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Welcome to the Private Equity Podcast! In this episode, join us as we delve into intentional business growth strategies with Tim O'Reilly. Learn key insights for success. [00:11] Tim discusses the influence of certain books on shaping strategies. [01:19] Introduction to Tim O'Reilly and focus on intentional business growth strategy. [02:17] Reflect…

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Allan Liska on why it’s time to ban ransomware payments; Russian info ops 38:02

2M ago38:02

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We are living through an epidemic of ransomware. Last year alone, the amount paid to ransomware operators exceeded $1 billion, and the entities getting hit and seeing their operations disrupted by ransomware included hospitals, schools and libraries. Ransomware is both a public-health and national-security crisis, yet efforts to address the problem…

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A CEO’s Lessons From Taking a Private Equity Backed Business To An Exit With Nathan Sanders 42:56

3M ago42:56

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Welcome to the Private Equity Podcast! In this episode, host Alex Rawlings dives into a rich conversation with Nathan Sanders. From navigating financial constraints during the pandemic to tackling add-on acquisitions and integrating technology effectively, Nathan shares valuable insights gained from his extensive experience in leading Private Equit…

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Episode 6: Ted Raimi 49:16

2M ago49:16

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With over 110 credits in film and TV, Stark Raving Cinema discusses all things pop culture with legendary actor Ted Raimi (Xena: Warrior Princess, Spider-Man). Ted discusses his approach to working with motion capture for his performance in the hit horror game The Quarry, as well landing a role in Twin Peaks for wearing the wrong clothes. All this …

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Servant Leadership and Disruptive Marketing in Private Equity With Nick McLean 26:08

3M ago26:08

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Welcome to the Private Equity Podcast! In this episode, host Alex Rawlings engages in a dynamic discussion with Nick McLean, founder of Four Pillars Investors, on the topics of servant leadership and disruptive marketing in the Private Equity sector. Join us as we delve into Nick's insights and experiences in navigating the complexities of the indu…

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Selena Larson on e-crime matching nation state hackers; Disinfo before the Supreme Court 44:14

3M ago44:14

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When studying cyberoperations, it’s easy to become enamored with state-backed hackers. Russian and Chinese operations have done much to shape our understanding of how power is exercised online, but it’s not clear that the intense attention dedicated to such operations is well-placed. Amid the current epidemic of ransomware, criminal hacking groups …

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Episode 176: Rise of the Cybermen & The Age of Steel (Something a Lil Bit Different!) 42:52

3M ago42:52

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Anti-Ant Toni and Universal Constant Joe discuss Bluetooth History and Canon Doctor Graeme Harper in the Doctor Who episodes Rise of the Cybermen and The Age of Steel. If you're interested in being a Friend of Rassilon, click here. Download • YouTube • RSS • Patreon • iTunes • Google Play • ESO Network…

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Why Deals Fail and How to Avoid It With Brian Scanlon - Playbook Series 29:28

3M ago29:28

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Welcome to The Private Equity Podcast! In this episode, host Alex Rawlings discusses the critical factors behind deal failures and how to steer clear of them. Brian Scanlon from DealGen Partners shares insights on deal origination and sales processes. He stresses prep and presentation, akin to staging a house for sale. Brian pinpoints reasons for d…

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Episode 5: Roxane Mesquida 37:54

3M ago37:54

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From the Bay of Angels to the School of Flesh, Stark Raving Cinema is joined by French actress and producer Roxane Mesquida (Sex is Comedy, Rubber, Gossip Girl). In this episode, we explore Roxane's early years in the film industry, from working with Manuel Pradal, Benoît Jacquot and Catherine Breillat. We explore her Pop Culture picks, how Disney'…

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Protecting teens against sextortion; threats to election workers 35:16

3M ago35:16

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The proliferation of artificial intelligence is exposing teens to a new online threat: AI-generated sexual imagery. Heather Barnhart is a fellow at the SANS Institute and a digital forensic expert, and on this episode of Safe Mode she sits down with host Elias Groll to discuss how teenagers and their families can protect themselves against the scou…

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The Value Creation Plan From an Operator Turned Investor With Paul Swaney 30:02

3M ago30:02

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Welcome to The Private Equity Podcast! In this episode, host Alex Rawlings is joined by Paul Swaney, Managing Director of Swaney Group Capital. Formerly with Partners Group and a veteran of McKinsey and Amazon, Paul dives into the intricate world of value creation from an operator turned investor perspective. He shares his journey from the military…

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Keeping Ukraine’s grid up and running amid war; Snowflake customers under attack 30:42

3M ago30:42

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Following Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the Ukrainian power grid has come under sustained attack by Russian forces, and keeping it up and running has been a significant challenge. One of the major issues Ukrainian energy officials have had to confront is the way in which Russian electronic warfare systems have disrupted GPS, which is a k…

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Proven Strategies for Achieving 7 Exits and Maximizing Business Value with Chris Jamroz 40:18

3M ago40:18

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Welcome to The Private Equity Podcast! In this episode, host Alex Rawlings talks with Chris Jamroz, CEO of Roadrunner and a former executive at Ascent Global Logistics. Chris shares his extensive experience in logistics and Private Equity, discussing the transition from investment banking to executive leadership. He highlights the common errors in …

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Episode 4: Lee Cronin 50:58

4M ago50:58

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In this episode, Stark Raving Cinema takes a page from the Necronomicon and explores the influences and pop culture picks of the wonderfully talented Irish filmmaker, Lee Cronin (Evil Dead Rise, Hole In The Ground). Learn about his rise from wanting to be a veterinarian/Ghostbuster to how Stanley Kubrick's Eyes Wide Shut had a lasting impact on his…

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Josh Harguess on AI red-teaming; an Israeli info op targets the U.S. 36:46

4M ago36:46

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To address AI risks, policymakers and technologists around the world have embraced the concept of AI red-teaming — the adversarial testing of AI models. But AI red-teaming is such a new concept that few people know how to conduct such tests. The discipline of AI red-teaming very much remains under development, but as AI systems are rolled out far a…

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How To Due Diligence Your Most Important Asset in Private Equity With Dan Cremons 42:27

4M ago42:27

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Welcome to The Private Equity Podcast! In this episode, host Alex Rawlings chats with Dan Cremons, Founder of Accelera Partners, and discusses the integration of human capital into Private Equity value creation, emphasizing proactive talent management. He shares insights on optimizing teams, strategic hiring, and the significance of due diligence o…

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Joe Sullivan on his legal battle with the feds; the latest on Russian influence operations 47:17

4M ago47:17

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Joe Sullivan on his legal battle with the feds; the latest on Russian influence operations by Safe Mode PodcastBy Safe Mode Podcast

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Episode 175: The Girl in the Fireplace (Don't Kids Have Their Own Lawns?) 58:40

4M ago58:40

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Joe and Toni are joined by Ray Friesen (and a bonus Wellington) to discuss horses and context in the New Classic Doctor Who episode The Girl in the Fireplace. If you're interested in being a Friend of Rassilon, click here. Download • YouTube • RSS • Patreon • iTunes • Google Play • ESO NetworkBy Joe and Toni B. Heath

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How Private Equity Firms Can Engage Owners & Founders to Secure the Deal with Chris Parisi 29:48

4M ago29:48

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Welcome to The Private Equity Podcast! In this episode, host Alex Rawlings engages with Chris Parisi, a partner at Carl Marks Advisors, to discuss how Private Equity firms can more effectively engage with business owners and founders to secure successful deals. Parisi shares insights from his extensive experience in middle-market investment banking…

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Episode 3: Issa López 52:20

4M ago52:20

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Join us on a captivating journey into the Night Country as we delve into film and pop culture with acclaimed Mexican writer and director Issa López, known for her work on Tigers Are Not Afraid and True Detective: Night Country. Celebrated by Stephen King, Guillermo del Toro, and Neil Gaiman as "the next voice in genre," Issa shares her career insig…

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