Best Vice Beats Podcasts (2025)

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PRESIDENTIAL ASSISTANTS AND AIDES "Separated By a Swinging Door" 1:45:58

22h ago1:45:58

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From the man who answered T.R.'s phone and maybe saved his life, to the secret "Sphinx" around Woodrow Wilson, to Coolidge's surprise enforcer. We look at all sorts of Presidential assistants and aides, both official ones and non-official ones. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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D.C. REPRESENTATION: A Love Story 1:16:06

2d ago1:16:06

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This episode is all about voting in the federal capital we now call the District of Columbia. We talk about a movement to get voting rights that succeeded for a group of (then) D.C. residents 180 years ago, And about the petitions, committees, tea parties, bus trips and statements by Presidents over the years, and the reactions of Congress to them.…

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#373 How to Get Your Film Funded, B Plot, & Truth As Subtraction - Soraya Simi 1:26:54

1d ago1:26:54

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Soraya Simi is the director of the new documentary, ROW OF LIFE, which follows renowned Paralympian and Marine Veteran Angela Madsen on her solo row across the Pacific Ocean. The film quite simply rocks, if I do say so myself. It's on a nationwide tour now; see dates here. In this podcast, I grilled Soraya about the art and craft of documentary fil…

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Now on the Patreon: Franklin Roosevelt Takes on Jimmy Walker 4:04

1d ago4:04

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Now on the Patreon: Franklin Roosevelt Takes on Jimmy Walker In the sweltering summer of 1932, Franklin Delano Roosevelt found himself ensnared in a political web spun by the most notorious machine in New York politics—Tammany Hall. As governor of New York, Roosevelt was well aware of the rampant corruption within the city’s government, but his pos…

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Your Retirement Foundation 56:01

3d ago56:01

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Some financial advisors would say that the foundation of a successful retirement is your income plan. Some have even said that if you don’t have an income plan, you don’t really have a retirement plan. Today, we’re breaking down why so many retirees are unprepared in this area- and the steps you can take to build a reliable income plan for your fut…

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Episode 282: Don Leisure - Sain Records, Darkhouse Family / Groovement on Reform Radio 1:18:24

5d ago1:18:24

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As the legendary Welsh label Sain Records back catalogue get archived and digitised, Don Leisure of Darkhouse Family reinterprets classic tracks and talks about the influence of Andy Votel, Dom Thomas and Gruff Rhys' Welsh Rare Beat on Finders Keepers. Originally broadcasts 10 February 2025 on Reform Radio. Hosted & produced by Agent J.…

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Episode 281: Victoria Port / Groovement on Reform Radio 41:35

5d ago41:35

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Victoria Port guests on Groovement to talk with Agent J about her debut EP on First Word Records, Did It Again, reflecting on motherhood and family legacy. Did It Again is available now on vinyl and digital www.victoriaport.bandcamp.com Originally broadcast 10 February 2025 on Reform Radio.

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Show Update 2/9/2025 2:14

6d ago2:14

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Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Bruce Carlson

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#372 Biggest Jaws Ever? - Wilem Banks 1:32:17

9d ago1:32:17

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In 2017, Wilem Banks (@Wilembanks) made headlines when he suffered a horrific fall at Mavericks and won WSL’s Wipeout of the Year (the most embarrassing award in surfing). The award seemed to put a chip on Wilem’s shoulder, and since then, he’s set out to prove that he can do more than paddle into gigantic waves—he can make them, too! This year, th…

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Retirement Planning with Andy Reid 56:01

9d ago56:01

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Well, the Kansas City Chiefs are going to the Super Bowl…again. So their coach Andy Reid probably won’t be retiring anytime soon, but let’s still see what we can learn about retirement planning from these quotes from the Chiefs coach. Contact Information: Website: http://www.ruggierifinancial.com/ Phone: 888-823-7526…

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AN "INDUSTRIAL SELMA" AND OTHER STORIES - FINAL OF THE ARK OF COMMERCE SERIES 1:32:43

12d ago1:32:43

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The idea of saving manufacturing jobs is front-and-center in American politics today. Examining the history of plant closings and job losses In the 70's and 80's provides an interesting contrast. "We ought to make stuff here, or we should try to keep this plant open." were radical stances, confined to political fringes, and usually left. In once ca…

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MAKE IT STOP (Stopping Commerce with Embargoes, Takeovers and Other Methods)- THE ARK OF COMMERCE 1:18:15

15d ago1:18:15

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In our series on American commerce, a look at three instances of when U.S. commerce was stopped, for a variety of reasons. The embargo of 1807 is an important part of the Presidency of Thomas Jefferson, not often examined in detailed compared to other events. It brought serious economic problems, but was held up by Jefferson as an experiment by a p…

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Episode 280: Radio Alhara / Jamito Liber[té] Feb 2025 1:00:00

14d ago1:00:00

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An hour mix of new music from Brother Ali, Om Unit, Kid Acne, Dub Phizix, Rita Donte, Derya Yıldırım & Grup Şimşek, Don Leisure and more

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Side Gigs 56:01

18d ago56:01

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For some people, the idea of retiring and then getting another job is detestable. For others, they can’t sit still and have to go find some other job. For the latter crowd, here’s a handful of popular “side gig” jobs for retirees… Contact Information: Website: http://www.ruggierifinancial.com/ Phone: 888-823-7526…

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NIXON AND IMPOUNDMENT, NOT SPENDING FUNDS, CONGRESS AND COURTS 24:49

18d ago24:49

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In the 1970's a President, seeking to reduce inflation, tried a new tactic. Simply not spending the money that congress appropriated. OK, it wasn't entirely new, but it had been used in defense spending after the war where demand was needed or in very small amounts. This was billions of collars. As we discuss impoundment could be considered unfair …

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WONG KIM ARK, BIRTHRIGHT CITIZENSHIP, THE CHARMING BETSEY AND THE SAND LOT PROTESTS 43:59

20d ago43:59

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When it comes to citizenship decided by birth, the story of Wong Kim Ark, a young man born in the US of Chinese descent who was denied entry to his country, should be on a few minds. We tell that story in this episode, along with the Sand Lot protests that led to his change in status, and the 1804 about a ship that helped reinforce their thinking. …

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Episode 32 ft. Oleg Troyanovsky - Executive Music Producer @ Animotion Media Group 1:26:47

20d ago1:26:47

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On today's episode my guest is Oleg Troyanovsky, an executive music producer at Animotion Media Group. In his role, Oleg is instrumental in elevating the level of music production and distribution for kids animation series, cartoon characters and rising young music talents. During his extensive career he constantly shifted gears between music indus…

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Episode 279: What Do You Call It? DJ Dibnah 35:45

21d ago35:45

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A mix to accompany the book What Do You Call It? From Grassroots to the Golden Era of UK Rap' by David Kane, out now via Velocity Press. velocitypress.uk/product/what-do-you-call-it-book/ “Unravels the complicated calculus between hip-hop and its offshoots (UK garage, grime, drill) against a backdrop of resistance (the Met police’s highly controver…

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#371 Surf Documentary Filmmaker - Arthur Bourbon 1:06:45

21d ago1:06:45

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Arthur (@arthurbourbon) was born and raised on a small French Caribbean island called Guadeloupe. He started surfing at a very young age with his parents, and competitions led him to move to France as a teenager. After graduating from high school, Arthur began a professional surfing career, competing on the European Pro Junior and QS circuits for a…

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Retirement Planning with Dolly Parton 56:01

25d ago56:01

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Dolly Parton, the “queen of country music,” beloved singer-songwriter, actor, and philanthropist just turned 79. So to honor her, let’s see how we can apply a few of her quotes to our financial life… Contact Information: Website: http://www.ruggierifinancial.com/ Phone: 888-823-7526

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MEASURE EVERYTHING: THE ARK OF COMMERCE 1:28:32

29d ago1:28:32

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An unknown man in a forgotten office develops a number that makes and breaks Presidents. A poet turns his song away from beautiful pastures and towards a metal object. Two 19th century men tire themselves out making machines. They can't know their work will one day put us on the Moon And a man tries to invent an un-commerce, but may have built the …

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Episode 31 ft. Folayan Knight - Director of Operations @ The Juneteenth Scotland Foundation; Founder of Grindstone & Baby & The Beat 1:33:13

28d ago1:33:13

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On today’s show my guest is Folayan Knight, Director of Operations at the Juneteenth Scotland Foundation - The DMV areas largest Juneteenth celebration and cultural event, and founder of Baby & The Beat - a company merging hip-hop with children's products. Folayan is a seasoned entertainment professional with more than 25 years of experience nurtur…

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#370 Psychedelics, Mental Health, and Surf Culture - Jarrett Rose, Ph.D 1:46:15

28d ago1:46:15

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Jarrett Rose, PhD, is an Assistant Professor of Community & Behavioral Health and Sociology at the State University of New York (SUNY) Polytechnic Institute. His research focuses on psychedelics, mental health, and surf culture (Spoiler: they’re all connected). Dr. Rose's interest in mental health research began during his time as a teacher in a "t…

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Snowbird Season 56:01

1M ago56:01

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It’s cold out there! And winter always has a lot of people thinking about warmer weather. For some, that just means an annual vacation to a tropical location, but for certain retirees, they choose to live elsewhere through the brunt of winter, becoming “snowbirds.” Let’s talk about what motivates people to take up temporary residence elsewhere, whe…

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Episode 30 ft. Dr. Catherine Moore - Adjunct Professor of Music Technology & Digital Media at the University of Toronto’s Faculty of Music; Former Director of the NYU Music Business Program 1:17:51

1M ago1:17:51

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HAPPY NEW YEAR. Welcome to 2025! Today is a little bit of a milestone for the show, it’s our 30th EPISODE here, and I have a VERY VERY special guest. Today I’m speaking with the legend herself, former director of the NYU Music Business program, Dr. Catherine Moore. Dr. Moore is currently Adjunct Professor of Music Technology & Digital Media at the …

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THE RACE OF CITIES - EXTRA EPISODE - GET IT ON THE PATREON 6:10

1M ago6:10

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Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Bruce Carlson

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DOLLARS IN THE AIR - THE ARK OF COMMERCE 1:12:57

1M ago1:12:57

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Air commerce is covered in this episode. Not only vehicles that imitate naval travel in the skies, which seemed to be the future of travel. But also, putting waves into the air and changing the air's temperature. Plus, building large buildings that touch the sky. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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EPISODE 224- Localize, Optimize, Monetize: BBC's Director of Digital & OnDemand Kasia Jablonska on FAST Marketing 29:41

1M ago29:41

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Kasia Jablonska is the Director of Digital and OnDemand at BBC Studios Ltd, overseeing product development, content strategy, and curation for B2B2C/B2C players and FAST (Free Ad-Supported Streaming Television) channels across EMEA. With executive-level expertise in commercial strategies, business development, and digital monetization, she has driv…

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SHOPPING WITH MRS. LINCOLN - THE ARK OF COMMERCE 1:11:12

1M ago1:11:12

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The history of American retail, from Mrs. Lincoln's shopping trips and the innovator who accommodated her, to the price salvationists and tea servers, and finally the Socialist concept that gets the shopping mall going, and the possible death of the shopping mall. Plus the movies, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adcho…

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Episode 278: Jamito: A Lowkey Mix (Liber[té] on Radio Alhara) 1:00:00

1M ago1:00:00

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A retrospective of the vital voice of Lowkey, mixed by Jamito. Liber[té] is broadcast on Radio Alhara monthly. Originally broadcast 5 Jan 2025. -- Lowkey feat Mai Khalil - Iraq2Chile Lowkey feat Mai Khalil - Palestine Will Never Die Lowkey - Everything I Am Lowkey - Alphabet Assassin Lowkey - Goat Flow Lowkey ft Akala & Black The Ripper - I Still B…

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LOCO: ARK OF COMMERCE SERIES - A HISTORY OF LAND COMMERCE 1:45:11

1M ago1:45:11

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A mysterious crash. A strange contraption. A fateful race, an outbreak of violent activity and a crafty watch-seller. A look at the railroad history of America and the changes the railroad brought. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Bruce Carlson

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Episode 277: JSWISS - Groovement / Jan 2025 1:43:52

2M ago1:43:52

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Fresh off the back of new album You Never Really Know, JSWISS sits in with Agent J of Groovement to talk about the making of the album, collaborations, his family legacy and dearly missed friend, MC and actor, Rowdy. Download the album on Bandcamp now: https://jswiss.bandcamp.com/album/you-never-really-know --- JSWISS - Everything You Need JSWISS f…

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Episode 29 ft. Matt Gevaza - New Business and Emerging Technologies @ Bytedance/TikTok 56:31

2M ago56:31

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Last episode of the year! Today my guest is Matt Gevaza. Matt has been part of ByteDance’s Global Music BD team specializing in New Business and Emerging Technologies at TikTok, where he helps shape trends in music and technology. He is a music industry veteran whose career has spanned roles as a songwriter, touring artist, live engineer, and studi…

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JIMMY CARTER EPHEMERA 48:09

2M ago48:09

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Random, yet relevant stories about Jimmy Carter as a candidate, a governor and President Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Bruce Carlson

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TERRIBLE TUESDAY 1987 ("It Was Almost as Bad as Black Monday") THE ARK OF COMMERCE 55:56

2M ago55:56

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For Wall Street Insiders, Black Monday was not the worst day. The next day, Terrible Tuesday was an agonizing test of the financial system. As part of our series on the commercial history of the United States, we examine the events of Tuesday the 20th. And we look at the history of insurance in America, the reasons there is a stock market, what was…

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EPISODE 222- Brand Beats: Lessons in Cultural Marketing from Sónar’s Global Stage 34:30

2M ago34:30

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Andrea Faroppa is the Head of Sónar+D, the innovation and culture program within Sónar, Barcelona's renowned music festival. With over 10 years of experience in the creative industries, She is passionate about building connections between the creative sector and technological brands, institutions, and cross-disciplinary projects. She leads the deve…

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EPISODE 223- Big City, Big Data: CIO of Los Angeles City IT Agency Ted Ross on Leading the Market with Tech Vision 25:14

2M ago25:14

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Ted Ross is the Chief Information Officer for the City of Los Angeles and General Manager of the Information Technology Agency. With over 27 years of technology experience, he has led the delivery of IT services to 50,000 employees across 45 City departments and digital services for over 4 million residents. He has received several accolades, inclu…

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Unasked Questions 56:01

2M ago56:01

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There are plenty of obvious questions about retirement planning that everybody knows they should be asking. But what about the important questions that aren’t being asked? Contact Information: Website: http://www.ruggierifinancial.com/ Phone: 888-823-7526

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Snippet: Elizabeth Green, CISSP, EMEA Advisory and Cyber Lead at Dell Technologies, on Breaking Down Silos in Big Organizations.🌐 1:05

2M ago1:05

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She discusses the pressures within large organizations that, while challenging, can drive positive outcomes. She highlights the need to break down silos between IT and legal teams to foster better collaboration and efficiency. It’s time to collapse these barriers and build stronger, more unified strategies for success! 🚀 Watch the full episode here…

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Snippet: Enno de Boer Head of Global Operations Technology at McKinsey & Company, on Simplifying Tech and Upskilling the Workforce 🌐 0:37

2M ago0:37

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He emphasizes the importance of developing user-friendly technology and the critical need for upskilling both the workforce and management at MWC Barcelona. To stay ahead in the fast-evolving tech landscape, simplicity and continuous learning are key to driving success and innovation. 💡 Watch the full episode here 👉⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3Sh85Bi #Outgro…

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Snippet: Ariel Garten Founder of Muse by Interaxon, Shares her Thoughts on Apple’s Entry into VR. 1:24

2M ago1:24

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She highlights how Apple is set to have a strong playbook and practical use cases for VR, drawing from past successes. Ariel also reflects on Google Glass, launched 10 years ago, and anticipates that the future of VR will bring purpose-driven innovations. 🚀✨ Watch the full episode here👉⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3TukdQl #Outgrow #VRInnovation #AppleVR #…

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IF BY SEA- THE ARK OF COMMERCE 1:39:13

2M ago1:39:13

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A unique boat is built to overcome a powerful challenge in interstate water commerce. a revolution is fed by fish. A writer turns commerce into words. A well known Revolutionary figure finds an agreeable industry, while young workers take a stand. A new high tech monopoly is broken, and a young boy gets his dream. Learn more about your ad choices. …

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Episode 28 ft. Aaron Bisman - Senior Vice President of Marketing @ Sesame Workshop 1:22:29

2M ago1:22:29

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A fresh new episode right before the holiday! On today's show my guest is Aaron Bisman - Senior Vice President of Marketing at Sesame Workshop, where he is responsible for expanding and elevating consumer engagement and deepening the nonprofit’s relationships with consumers, partners, donors, families, and fans. This includes overseeing global bran…

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Snippet: Don McGuire, CMO at Qualcomm, Shared his Insights on Capturing Attention with Time-Based Content 0:48

2M ago0:48

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Don shared his insights at MWC Barcelona on the power of short-form content like TikToks. He explained that these bite-sized pieces don’t need to tell the full story but are crafted to grab attention and lead users into longer, more immersive content journeys. It’s all about sparking curiosity and driving deeper engagement! Watch the full podcast t…

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#369 So You Want to Make Art? - Dersu Rhodes (Vice, MUD\WTR, Reef) 1:44:02

2M ago1:44:02

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Dersu Rhodes is the former Creative Director at Vice and MUD\WTR. He helped launch Vice TV, worked on VICE on HBO, and has led creative teams to launch literally hundreds of brands. Raised by hippie parents in Montana, he didn't have a television until he was nine. And from a quiet yearning to fit in as a child a necessity for storytelling emerged.…

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Snippet: Jan-Christoph Oetjen, Vice-President at the European Parliament, Discusses Drone-Aircraft Visibility in the Skies! ✈️ 0:39

2M ago0:39

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He discusses the importance of making aircraft visible to drones. By sharing flight data and routes, this initiative ensures safer skies, promoting fairness and situational awareness for drones and aircraft alike. It’s all about giving a clearer picture of what’s happening up there! 🌍✨ Watch the full episode here 👉⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4e4AVNm #Outgrow …

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Snippet: Maureen N. Dunne, Ph.D., author of The Neurodiversity Edge (Wiley), Speaks on Attracting Neurodivergent Talent. 1:19

2M ago1:19

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She emphasizes the importance of workplace flexibility in attracting neurodivergent talent. She highlights how neurodivergent individuals are valuable contributors and exceptional leaders, bringing unique perspectives and strengths to the workplace. 🌍💡 Watch the full episode here 👉⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3XmJSg9 #Neurodiversity #Leadership #Innovation …

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Financial Half-Truths 56:01

2M ago56:01

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We hear a lot of half-truths in the financial world, not necessarily because people try to make misleading statements, but because sometimes a simple statement just doesn’t quite tell the whole story. Let’s discuss a few examples… Contact Information: Website: http://www.ruggierifinancial.com/ Phone: 888-823-7526…

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BLACK MONDAY 1987 AND THE PRICE OF EGGS: ARK OF COMMERCE Series 59:03

2M ago59:03

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What's the stock market crash of 1987 got to do with the price of eggs/ Plenty, in a historical context. We look at the infamous crash of 1987 and how the computers did not save us. Nor did insurance which has a lot do with eggs, and eggs have a lot do with feeding Americans and making Americans a little money, and they have a lot do with needing m…

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CRASH PARTY 1929 - THE "ARK" OF COMMERCE 1:36:14

2M ago1:36:14

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We are replaying our series on American business history with an eye to its inseparable effect on politics. In this look at American commercial history we discuss the Black Thursday Stock market crash, the early career of Thomas Edison, how a popular game evolved from a anticorporate activist, and how Wall Street was once in Philadelphia, so to spe…

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