Best Andrew Maynard Podcasts (2025)

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Album 7 Track 11 - Running Your Race w/LaDonna Gooden 1:22:56

6h ago1:22:56

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Album 7 Track 11 - Running Your Race w/LaDonna Gooden Brand Nerds, Brand Nerds, Brand Nerds - today's guest spans across various industries, experiences, and roles throughout her career. As a former athlete, LaDonna Gooden has carried those lifelong lessons with her - and is dropping jew-els from her time working alongside DC to her current advocac…

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Severed Minds: Brain Implants, AI, and the Future of Being Human 1:10:49

4d ago1:10:49

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In this episode of Modem Futura, Sean L and Andrew M examine Apple TV+’s hit series Severance, using its mind-bending premise of surgically split consciousness to explore real-world questions around emerging science and technology, identity, and ethical responsibility. They unpack the show’s depiction of “innies” and “outies” as a metaphor for how …

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REMIX: Album 5 Track 10 - What's Poppin? Sprite Passes Pepsi 44:15

5d ago44:15

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REMIX: Album 5 Track 10 - What's Poppin? Sprite Passes Pepsi Brand Nerds, in this week's What's Poppin? we are diving into media's role in elevating the power of hip-hop culture in media through Sprite's iconic 'Obey Your Thirst' campaign. We are getting a behind the curtain look at Sprite's 'Obey Your Thirst' campaign from the innovator himself, D…

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Republicans and Evangelicals I The New Right 45:03

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Give to help Chris continue making Truce A small group of men calling themselves The New Right had a major role to play in bonding some evangelicals to the Republican Party. Yet many Christians don't know who these guys were or how they used money and influence to accomplish their goal. Let's meet the fellas. One was named Paul Weyrich. Weyrich's c…

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AI on Campus: How Gen Z Is Redefining College with ChatGPT 1:04:56

11d ago1:04:56

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In this “student-takeover” episode, hosts Sean Leahy and Andrew Maynard sit down with Arizona State University sophomores Caleb Lieberman and Bella Faria to explore what it’s really like to be “AI-native” undergraduates. The conversation ranges from their day-to-day use of tools like ChatGPT Plus (Caleb’s personalized “Arthur Ivan”), Spotify’s DJ, …

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Album 7 Track 10 - Owning Your Brand w/Ed Gold 1:23:49

12d ago1:23:49

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Album 7 Track 10 - Owning Your Brand w/Ed Gold Welcome back, Brand Nerds! Today's guest comes to us with a wealth of knowledge and experience on both the agency and client side. With this, he's bringing behind-the-scenes stories and insights on how to differentiate and own your personal brand, as well as the brand you're working on. An episode we k…

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Dire Wolves and Dinosaurs: The Bioscience of De-Extinction 1:01:21

14d ago1:01:21

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In this deep dive of Modem Futura, Sean Leahy and Andrew Maynard tackle the sensational claims surrounding the "de-extinction" of the dire wolf by Colossal Biosciences. Using the hype-heavy headlines as a jumping-off point, the hosts explore the real science behind resurrection biology, CRISPR gene editing, and the ethics of engineered evolution. F…

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Album 7 Track 9 - Old School Meets New School w/Wilson Zehr 1:03:24

19d ago1:03:24

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Album 7 Track 9 - Old School Meets New School w/Wilson Zehr Brand Nerds, our guest today is of many skills, from professor to successful entrepreneur, Wilson Zehr is brining his expertise to the virtual building and we are thrilled to have you tuned in with us. Grab a drink, go for a walk, or just sit down and listen because class is in session! He…

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Bonus: Compelled: A New Song 53:41

21d ago53:41

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Give to help make Truce more sustainable The Compelled podcast is hosted by my friend Paul Hastings. It's a testimony show that walks listeners through people's lives so that we can hear how God continues to set people free through faith in Jesus. This episode is part of an ad-swap that Chris did with Paul to get the word out about Truce, but it al…

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Beyond the Hero’s Journey: AI, Protopia & the Future of Film with Taryn O'Neill 1:23:53

25d ago1:23:53

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In this lively, idea‑packed episode of Modem Futura, Sean and Andrew sit down with Taryn O’Neill—filmmaker, futurist, and impact storyteller—whose work bridges entertainment, emerging technology, and climate action. They trace the (nostalgic) arc from DVD‑by‑mail and the early YouTube web‑series boom to today’s streaming ecosystem, unpacking how re…

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Album 7 Track 8 - Right Place. Right Time. Right Tone. w/Steven Dominguez 1:19:25

26d ago1:19:25

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Album 7 Track 8 - Right Place. Right Time. Right Tone. w/Steven Dominguez Brand Nerds, we have a fellow Coke alum in the virtual building today! Steven Dominguez is a professional who will inspire you to be better, look at the world around you for inspiration and light, and encourage you through all the in-between. An episode you can't miss. Grab a…

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Electronic Vehicles and the Future of Transportation with Jamey Wetmore 1:14:16

28d ago1:14:16

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In this episode of Modem Futura, co-hosts Sean Leahy and Andrew Maynard sit down with special guest Dr. Jamey Wetmore, Associate Professor at Arizona State University and author of the Substack The Tech Skeptic Goes Electric. They explore the intricacies of owning an electric vehicle, including the joys of quick acceleration, the challenges of char…

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REMIX: Album 5 Track 15 - The Pursuit of Balance in the Boardroom w/Jeryn Turner 1:19:04

1M ago1:19:04

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REMIX: Album 5 Track 15 - The Pursuit of Balance in the Boardroom Brand Nerds! Get ready...we are talking about life inside and outside of the boardroom. Jeryn Turner is not only a successful business professional, she is also a yoga instructor and author who finds balance in life. She's inspiring us to think differently while still being successfu…

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Republicans and Evangelicals I Milton Friedman and School Choice (part 2 of 2) 28:28

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Give to help Chris continue to make Truce Milton Friedman is one of the most important economists of the last hundred years. His ideas were quoted by many evangelical writers in the 1970s and 80s, despite his not being a Christian and few of his ideas being in the Bible. Figures like Jerry Falwell loved the guy. Ronald Reagan adopted many of his id…

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Vibecasting: Studio Ghibli and AI Redefining Creativity and Intellectual Property 1:12:49

1M ago1:12:49

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In this episode, Sean and Andrew navigate the complex landscape of generative AI image tools, using the new OpenAI image generator and its Studio Ghibli–style outputs as a springboard for broader ethical questions. They discuss the rapid evolution of AI capabilities, and the complicated relationship between intellectual property and emerging AI too…

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REMIX: Album 3 Episode 12 - Sabrina Clarke Duffy, Founder and President of On Point Insight 1:38:50

1M ago1:38:50

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REMIX Album 3 Track 12 – Sabrina Clarke Duffy, Currently Founder and President On Point Insight previously market research and insights exec with Millward Brown, GfK, and Kantar TNS. Sabrina has worked with a wide range of clients including Unilever, Toyota, Coca-Cola, Kraft, Diageo, Johnson and Johnson to name a few. Hey Brand Nerds! We have a mar…

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When AI Takes the Wheel: Rethinking Education for a Post-Scarcity World 1:02:23

1M ago1:02:23

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In this episode that features the shortest cold open to date, Sean face-plants the introduction hard with a good laugh. Sean and Andrew quickly shift into a deep dive on the state of AI-innovation by navigating the complexities of AI literacy, cultural responsiveness, and educational reform. Drawing on the launch of OpenAI Academy and insights from…

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Album 7 Track 7 - Seizing Opportunities & Elevating Others w/Mike Maynard 1:14:25

2M ago1:14:25

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Album 7 Track 7 - Seizing Opportunities & Elevating Others w/Mike Maynard Brand Nerds, we have the all rounder of the marketing game in the building today - and if you're wondering what we mean, don't worry, DC is breaking it down. Mike Maynard, CEO of Napier, is bringing incredible knowledge from his time working in engineering to owning PR and Ma…

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Republicans and Evangelicals I Milton Friedman vs. John Maynard Keynes (1 of 2) 38:39

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Give to help Chris make Truce Milton Friedman may be the most famous American economist. His research and theories have profoundly shaped the modern American economy. But few of us can clearly articulate what he taught and what it means for our times. Friedman's career was defined by the aftermath of the Great Depression. He worked in the governmen…

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Tech Trends 2025: Exploring Futures of Living Intelligence 1:09:44

2M ago1:09:44

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Grab your flip flops and beach gear and join is us on this laid-back spring break episode, Sean and Andrew cover Apple’s latest hardware announcements, spotlighting the MacBook Air’s new M4 processor and the powerhouse M3 Ultra chip in the Mac Studio—both of which promise to accelerate AI workloads and offer impressive longevity. Andrew does his be…

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Album 7 Track 6 - The Ride of a Lifetime with/Jack Mudd 1:18:34

2M ago1:18:34

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Album 7 Track 6 - The Ride of a Lifetime with/Jack Mudd Brand Nerds, welcome back! Many professionals enter start-ups with the thought of them being a kicking off of their careers - our guest today has taken the ride of a lifetime with OneWheel. Jack Mudd takes us through his journey from Social Media Intern to Chief Evangelist with lessons and jew…

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AI and the Natural Impulses for Learning 59:25

2M ago59:25

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In this episode, Sean Leahy and Andrew Maynard explore the impact of technology on everyday life and education. They discuss the rising costs and exaggerated hype surrounding artificial intelligence (AI) subscription services, and reflect thoughtfully on the potential consequences of overpromising on AI capabilities, emphasizing the need to strike …

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REMIX: Album 6 Track 3 - The Confucius of Marketing, Andrew Springate 1:15:24

2M ago1:15:24

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REMIX: Album 6 Track 3 - The Confucius of Marketing, Andrew Springate What’s happening Brand Nerds?! We have a thought-provoking leader in the virtual building today, who is behind the marketing of possibly your favorite, highly successful drink, Dr. Pepper, Andrew Springate. Andrew comes from a family of educators and brings that curiosity and con…

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Republicans and Evangelicals I William F. Buckley v. Ayn Rand and the John Birch Society 17:35

2M ago17:35

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Give to help Chris make Truce William F. Buckley Jr. helped change the face of conservatism in the US because he gave it intellectual backing. But that doesn't mean that his ideas were accepted completely. He had several nemesis within his own movement that tried to derail him. One opponent was the John Birch Society. Buckley's whole modus operandi…

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AI and Technological Change: the Postman Always Delivers 1:07:58

2M ago1:07:58

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In this insightful episode, Sean Leahy and Andrew Maynard frame ways of thinking and processing the increased speed of technological change, examining the complexities of AI (and other emergent technologies) and its profound implications for society. Drawing historical parallels and reflecting on cultural narratives, the hosts discuss technology's …

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REMIX: Album 6 Track 23 - What's Poppin? AI Marketing 101 52:27

2M ago52:27

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REMIX: Album 6 Track 23 - What's Poppin? AI Marketing 101 Brand Nerds - What's Poppin?! AI - as you know, is a common conversation in the brand and marketing space. From brands using it for social media, traditional media and beyond - how does it happen and how is it done well? We have the co-founders of AI startup Firebay Studios in the virtual bu…

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Republicans and Evangelicals I William F. Buckley Jr. and National Review 44:01

2M ago44:01

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Give to help Chris continue the Truce Podcast. Senator Robert Taft couldn't get the nomination. He tried to be the GOP's nominee for president three different times but could not get elected. Conservative Republicans' failure to get nominated by their own party was a source of much frustration. What could they do? Concerns of conspiracy spread thro…

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Computational Photography: AI & Creative Process 1:13:03

2M ago1:13:03

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In this episode, Sean and Andrew dig into the intersection of photography and technology, focusing on the evolution of cameras, the impact of smartphones, and the rise of computational photography. The hosts discuss how AI is transforming the creative process and the implications for human expression in photography. In this conversation, the hosts …

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Album 7 Track 5 - Embracing Change, Curiosity, & Courage with/Wendy Martin 1:12:30

3M ago1:12:30

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Album 7 Track 5 - Embracing Change, Curiosity, & Courage with/Wendy Martin Brand Nerds, change, curiosity and courage are all themes in today's episode, and our guest Wendy Martin embodied each of them throughout her career. She is bringing stories of inspiration and impact. An industry leader who worked her way from the proverbial "mail room" to t…

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The Art of Doing Nothing 1:01:09

3M ago1:01:09

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In this episode Sean Leahy and Andrew Maynard discuss AI fatigue, the philosophical implications of technology, and the storytelling behind technological progress as they ponder the quote from Oscar Wilde does 'life imitate art, or does art imitate life'? Their conversation covers the allure and nostalgia of new technologies, the way technology bui…

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Album 7 Track 4 - Conscious Curiosity: Nature, Resilience & Relationships with/Jeff Karp 1:10:03

3M ago1:10:03

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Album 7 Track 4 - Conscious Curiosity: Nature, Resilience & Relationships with/Jeff Karp Brand Nerds - we have a one-of-a-kind guest in the virtual building today! Jeff Karp is an extraordinary professional who spans various lanes of expertise - from engineering, medicine, entrepreneurship, and more. This is an episode where you should have a seat …

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Republicans and Evangelicals I Barry Goldwater – How Republicans Welcomed Extremism - Part Two 43:19

3M ago43:19

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Give a little to help Chris a lot In the first part of our series, Chris explored the beginning of Barry Goldwater's career, from his early days as a young man to his rise to the Senate. In the second episode, Goldwater still hasn't agreed to be the nominee, even though groups are raising money in his name. One of his most valuable supporters was a…

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AI: the Medium is the Message 1:08:41

3M ago1:08:41

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Join Sean Leahy and Andrew Maynard as they navigate the evolving landscape of technology and its influence on our personal and professional lives. The conversation addresses OpenAI’s Deep Research and others growing role in academic work, highlighting both its value in accelerating research and its limitations—particularly around citation accuracy …

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REMIX: Album 6 Track 22 - Persevering, Navigating, and Owning Your Journey w/Aaron Arter 1:14:18

3M ago1:14:18

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REMIX: Album 6 Track 22 - Persevering, Navigating, and Owning Your Journey w/Aaron Arter Brand Nerds - we are back with an original show and an incredible guest you don't want to miss. Aaron Arter is dropping gems about navigating your career, taking ownership of your Ws & Ls, and persevering through it all. Here are a few key takeaways from the ep…

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Artisanal Intellectual: a response to OpenAI's Deep Research 1:05:09

3M ago1:05:09

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In this episode of Modem Futura, hosts Sean Leahy and Andrew Maynard discuss the evolving landscape of AI and its implications for humanity. This episode highlights the challenges and frustrations faced when using AI tools, particularly in academic contexts, while also emphasizing the exciting possibilities that arise from the partnership between h…

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Album 7 Track 3 - What's Poppin? Super Bowl LIX Ad Preview 59:24

3M ago59:24

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Album 7 Track 3 - What's Poppin? Super Bowl LIX Ad Preview Brand Nerds - What's Poppin - Super Bowl LIX! We have former guest and Brand Nerd Tim Spengler back in the building, bringing a wealth of knowledge to our conversation about Super Bowl LIX ads. Yes, the game is the main draw to watch, but we know you'll also be tuning in for the ads! You'll…

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Republicans and Evangelicals I Barry Goldwater – How Republicans Welcomed Extremism - Part One 39:25

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Give to help Chris continue making Truce Barry Goldwater may be one of the most interesting figures in Republican history. He grew up the son of a wealthy department store owner. He was a city council member and then a senator from Arizona. He was handsome and took pictures with guns and cacti. Goldwater was also a libertarian who wanted a small go…

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Going Pro with ChatGPT and DeepSeek - with Mark Daley 1:10:02

3M ago1:10:02

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Andrew Maynard, Sean Leahy, and special guest Mark Daly explore the rapid advancements in AI technology with a spotlight on OpenAI's 01 Pro model. They examine how AI is reshaping game development, creative industries, and research, and discuss the urgent need for academia to adapt to these changes. The panel also tackles ethical issues in educatio…

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Biggest F-Up Remix - Don Scheibenreif, Folayo Lasaki, Aaron Arter, Lulite Ejigu 36:59

4M ago36:59

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Hey Brand Nerds, we are back with a REMIX of some of our favorite "What was your biggest F-Up & what did you learn from it" answers! Get ready to take note and hopefully not make the same mistakes our guests did! Featuring: 1. Don Scheibenreif 2. Folayo Lasaki 3. Aaron Arter 4. Lulite Ejigu #marketing #advertising #branding #digitalmarketing #media…

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Stargate AG-I 1:05:00

4M ago1:05:00

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In this conversation, Sean Leahy and Andrew Maynard discuss the rapid developments in AI technology, particularly focusing on the newly announced Stargate AI initiative. They explore the implications of the inauguration week, the political landscape surrounding AI regulation, and the potential economic impacts of this massive investment in AI infra…

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Album 7 Track 2 - A Real Global View of Marketing w/Lulite Ejigu 1:18:48

4M ago1:18:48

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Album 7 Track 2 - A Real Global View of Marketing w/Lulite Ejigu Brand Nerds - today's episode will expand your view on the power and stretch of marketing worldwide. We have Lulite Ejigu, whose passion for her work and Africa radiates through her words and will change you by what you hear. We can't wait to hear what you think! Here are a few key ta…

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Republicans and Evangelicals I The John Birch Society (featuring Matthew Dallek) 44:16

4M ago44:16

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Give to help Chris make Truce Robert Welch was a candy magnate who invented the Sugar Daddy and sold favorites like Junior Mints and Milk Duds. He was also very anti-communist. His dubious research led him to found the John Birch Society, a group whose mission was to spread conspiracy theories worldwide. They had major support from wealthy men like…

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AGI, Superintelligence, Synthetic Personas, and is the Internet dead? 1:12:10

4M ago1:12:10

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In this engaging conversation, Sean Leahy and Andrew Maynard explore the rapid developments in technology as we enter 2025. They discuss the implications of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI), the potential for superintelligence, and the ethical considerations surrounding these advancements. The conversation also touches on the creation of synth…

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REMIX: Album 6 Track 18 - Transcendent Branding w/Udaiyan Jatar 1:37:16

4M ago1:37:16

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REMIX: Album 6 Track 18 - Transcendent Branding w/Udaiyan Jatar Brand Nerds! We have a Coca Cola (KO) alum in the virtual building today! Udaiyan Jatar has worked in various brand positions from agency to entrepreneur/consultant, and he is bringing jew-els to our conversation today. From building transcendent brands to learning that sometimes our b…

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Autonomous Vehicles and Systems with Brunno Moretti 1:18:01

4M ago1:18:01

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Sean and Andrew are joined by Brunno Moretti (President of ADAS Solutions, Ascential Technologies) for a conversation that explores the current state and futures of autonomous vehicles, particularly focusing on RoboTaxis, the challenges faced in their development, and the implications of public testing. We get Brunno's expert input on the differenc…

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REMIX: Album 6 Track 19 - The Most Interesting Woman in Marketing - Jackie Woodward 1:10:44

4M ago1:10:44

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REMIX: Album 6 Track 19 - The Most Interesting Woman in Marketing - Jackie Woodward Brand Nerds! We are bringing you the most interesting woman in the marketing world—yes, most interesting! While some may pick a niche business world to work in, today's guest, Jackie Woodward, is a woman of many talents within many niches of the brand and marketing …

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Republicans and Evangelicals | A Brief History of Libertarianism (featuring Andrew Koppelman) 1:03:11

4M ago1:03:11

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Give to help Chris continue Truce Modern evangelicalism sometimes incorporates pieces of different ideas. Things that are in the air. Social messages. Political stances. But has evangelicalism been enchanted by libertarianism? In this episode, we cover a brief history of libertarianism. What is it and who are some of the main thinkers? We discuss M…

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Humans in Space with Astronaut Cady Coleman 1:16:45

4M ago1:16:45

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In this engaging conversation with Sean and Andrew, Cady Coleman, a former NASA astronaut, shares her experiences and insights from her time in space, the importance of recognition in the space culture, and the evolving dynamics between human and robotic roles in space exploration. The discussion also touches on the significance of efficiency in op…

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Album 7 Track 1 - Keeping Your Marketing Lens Fresh w/President of Marketing at Coca Cola N.A. Shakir Moin 1:24:17

4M ago1:24:17

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Album 7 Track 1 - Keeping Your Marketing Lens Fresh w/President of Marketing at Coca-Cola N.A. Shakir Moin Brand Nerds - welcome to album 7 - seven years of incredible guests and topics, and we are thrilled to kick off this new album with an incredible brand and marketing professional, President of Marketing at Coca-Cola North America, Shakir Moin.…

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Looking to Ecology to Build a Cooperative Farm Future with Andrew Adamski of Full Circle Community Farm 43:22

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Andrew Adamski, or walkie talkie callsign gopher, is one of the farmer owners of Full Circle Community Farm in Wisconsin, the land of coops in the US. He came back to his generations old family farm in 2017 after college, along with his now wife heather, to not only continue the family farming tradition, but diversify both its production and member…

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