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Life Sciences Weekly is your go-to podcast for a fast, focused, and insightful snapshot of the week in medtech, biotech, and pharma. Each Saturday, we break down the latest market trends, FDA approvals and submissions, regulatory shifts, enforcement actions, startup funding, and M&A activity—all in under 20 minutes. Whether you're an industry insider, investor, or innovator, Life Sciences Weekly keeps you ahead of the curve with expert context and a spotlight on the stories shaping the futur ...
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What Could Go Right?

The Progress Network with Zachary Karabell and Emma Varvaloucas

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What if instead of being on the brink of disaster, we’re on the cusp of a better world? No one can deny the challenges the world faces, from pandemics to climate change to authoritarianism. But pessimism and despair are too easy a response. Each week, Progress Network Founder Zachary Karabell and Executive Director Emma Varvaloucas convene a diverse panel of experts to discuss the central issues of our era, including sustainability, polarization, work, and the economy, and make the case for ...
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It's a Drivers Only take over for a special Supercars Podcast Series, brought to you by.... you guessed it. Drivers Only. Banter, gossip, insights and fun with the key characters who are normally behind the wheel, not the microphone.
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Welcome to Sports Chat With Matt! My goal is to bring value to my listeners by fearlessly discussing substantive topics along with chopping it up about the sports world. I will interview interesting people, and they'll share stories that have never heard before. Check out Sports Chat With Matt on YouTube as well! Based out of Wisconsin 🧀🍺
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The Life in the Front Office Podcast presented by Sports Business Ventures is hosted and produced by Jake Hirshman. Episodes feature executives and guests across the sports business and entertainment industry to provide insights focused on their industry vertical, and shine a light on the journeys of many in the industry in addition to lessons learned and advice they have for others! Podcast Promos: Sports Business Ventures: register today at https://theplaybook.memberful.com/checkout?ref=nd ...
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Series: Ohio University Sports Ad Series 5 Ep 12 Guest: Russell Sargeant, VP, NBC Sports Sponsorship & Strategy at NBC Universal Media Title: Media Landscape in Sports Business 🚨Podcast Perks!🚨 Sports Business Ventures: register today at https://theplaybook.memberful.com/checkout?ref=ndziodg&plan=110409 for an annual subscription to the Playbook! T…
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Today we’re sharing an episode of a podcast from our friends at Foreign Policy called The Hidden Economics of Remarkable Women (HERO). It’s a series about women creating change through economic empowerment and it features female leaders from across the world. This episode was recorded live at this year's Munich Security Conference and focuses on th…
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Life Sciences Weekly Podcast – Episode 2 Recorded: May 10, 2025 This week on Life Sciences Weekly, host Matt Davison breaks down a whirlwind of developments shaping the biotech, pharma, and medtech landscape. Tune in for a market recap as volatility rocks the sector, with biotech stocks tumbling after Dr. Vinay Prasad is named the new head of the F…
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This week on The Progress Report, Emma and Zachary dive into the mysterious world of ancient Herculaneum scrolls—charred by Vesuvius, now decoded by AI and particle accelerators. Maryland smashes its conservation goals, becoming the first U.S. state to hit “30 by 30.” And, are we really past peak alcohol consumption? We unpack what it means for the…
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It’s time for a lesson on the U.S. Supreme Court. Zachary and Emma speak with Stephen Vladeck, CNN's Supreme Court analyst, law professor at the University of Texas, and author of the newsletter One First. The Supreme Court is at a crucial historical moment as it clashes with the Trump Administration. Stephen, Zachary, and Emma dive into the contro…
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Life Sciences Weekly delivers a fast-paced, insightful roundup of the latest trends, deals, and regulatory news shaping the global life sciences and medical device industries. In this inaugural episode, recorded May 3, 2025, we break down the week’s market movers, highlighting gains in biotech and medtech stocks and renewed investor confidence. Div…
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This week on The Progress Report, hosts Zachary Karabell and Emma Varvaloucas share a roundup of positive news from around the globe. Starlink has surged to become Nigeria’s second-largest internet provider, offering much-needed fast and reliable connectivity despite government concerns about foreign control. Japanese scientists have made a breakth…
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In this week's episode of The Progress Report, Zachary and Emma discuss positive news stories, including New Mexico’s free childcare program that has lifted 120,000 people out of poverty, an FBI initiative addressing unresolved crimes in Indian Country across the US, and the signs of life on a distant planet that NASA just detected. What Could Go R…
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Fresh off the Easter break this episode of Drivers only has Brodie Kostecki taking the hosting reigns alongside Jaxon Evans and Broc Feeney as they reflect on Taupo, talk the grey area of penalties, and the Super 440 format gets mixed reviews. They float the idea of a luge race which is bound to end in injuries, share some predictions about the inf…
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What does the future of the Middle East look like? Zachary and Emma speak with Dr. Jon Alterman, senior vice president and director of the Middle East Program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, where he holds the Brzezinski Chair in Global Security and Geostrategy. They discuss the complexities of achieving peace between Israel …
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Series: Ohio University Sports Ad Series 5 Ep 11 Title: Negotiating in Business & Sports Guest: Andres Lares, Managing Partner at Shapiro Negotiations Institute 🚨Podcast Perks!🚨 Sports Business Ventures: register today at https://theplaybook.memberful.com/checkout?ref=ndziodg&plan=110409 for an annual subscription to the Playbook! To register for S…
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In this episode of the Progress Report, Zachary Karabell and Emma Varvaloucas dig into some seriously overlooked good news. Brazil and South Korea have both pushed back against anti-democratic power grabs—and won. From Bolsonaro facing trial to South Korea's president getting the boot after a wild six-hour martial law stunt, democracy is holding it…
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What can be done to change United States foreign policy? Zachary and Emma speak to US foreign policy experts and co-hosts of the American Prestige podcast, journalist Daniel Bessner and historian Derek Davison. Daniel is the author of Democracy in Exile and Derek runs the Foreign Exchanges newsletter. They discuss the American public’s engagement w…
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Title: Ohio University Sports Ad Season 5 Ep 10 Topic: Entrepreneurship, Sponsorship Activation, & Agencies Guests: Matt Hilley, CEO of Back Nine Marketing 🚨Podcast Perks!🚨 Sports Business Ventures: register today at https://theplaybook.memberful.com/checkout?ref=ndziodg&plan=110409 for an annual subscription to the Playbook! To register for SBV’s …
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In this week’s Progress Report, Zachary Karabell and Emma Varvaloucas highlight some truly global good news—stories that are too often buried under the avalanche of daily doomscrolling. Emma brings data from the World Health Organization showing that maternal mortality has dropped by over 40% since 2000, with real success stories in sub-Saharan Afr…
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What would the U.S. look like after a corporate breakup? Zachary and Emma speak with author of the BIG newsletter, host of the Organized Money podcast, and director of research at the American Economics Liberties Project, Matt Stoller. They discuss the major political issues from concentrated economic power, the bipartisan movement against monopoli…
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Series: Concierge Live Series Season 2 Episode 5 Guest: Reid Mobley, Founder at Momentum Sports Title: Sponsorship in Motorsports 🚨Podcast Perks!🚨 Sports Business Ventures: register today at https://theplaybook.memberful.com/checkout?ref=ndziodg&plan=110409 for an annual subscription to the Playbook! To register for SBV’s newsletters, register here…
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In this week's episode of The Progress Report, Emma highlights positive news stories, including potential changes in the World Bank's nuclear energy policy, innovative cancer treatments, decreasing breast cancer mortality rates, and bipartisan efforts to combat ticket price gouging. What Could Go Right? is produced by The Progress Network and The P…
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Why doesn't the media name and shame the real villains of the climate change story? How can tobacco industry-like litigation impact fossil fuel companies? What are the obstacles of transitioning to a clean energy future? Zachary and Emma speak with journalist, author, and founder of the Heated Substack, Emily Atkin. They discuss the Trump administr…
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Title: Entrepreneurship and Innovation Series: Concierge Live Guests: Ben Shapiro, Founder and CEO of PIVOT agency 🚨Podcast Perks!🚨 Sports Business Ventures: register today at https://theplaybook.memberful.com/checkout?ref=ndziodg&plan=110409 for an annual subscription to the Playbook! To register for SBV’s newsletters, register here: https://sport…
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In this episode of The Progress Report, Zachary and Emma discuss recent bipartisan agreements on U.S. gun laws including the Supreme Court’s upholding of Biden-era rule on ghost guns, the impact of Obamacare on healthcare access, and Uganda’s record-breaking rapid response to an Ebola outbreak. What Could Go Right? is produced by The Progress Netwo…
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With the AGP weekend behind them, Ryan Wood, Kai Allen, and Matt Payne take to the studio for this episode of Drivers Only. After Kai having just made his first trip to New Zealand the boys discuss the evolution of the Taupo track and the challenges of the classic circuits, and Ryan and Matt recall their karting days back home. For Matt, those earl…
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Is Trump’s massive government reform necessary? Can the U.S. build better after DOGE? How efficient are government programs like food stamps and Medicaid? Zachary speaks with Vox co-founder and author of the Slow Boring Substack Matthew Yglesias. They discuss current Republican strategies, ideas for a Democratic response, American and Canadian rela…
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Title: Data Science, Fan Insights, and Analytics Career Paths Guests: Zaheer Benjamin and Erin Davison 🚨Podcast Perks!🚨 Sports Business Ventures: register today at https://theplaybook.memberful.com/checkout?ref=ndziodg&plan=110409 for an annual subscription to the Playbook! To register for SBV’s newsletters, register here: https://sportsbusinessven…
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In this episode of The Progress Report, Zachary and Emma discuss some encouraging developments around the world, including a new nasal surgery in London that restores smell for long COVID patients, promising advancements in HIV prevention with the lenacapavir injection, and Oslo’s push to electrify construction sites for a quieter, more sustainable…
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Title: Strategy in Sports Business Guest: Sam Hubble, Director of Strategy at the Minnesota Timberwolves & Lynx 🚨Podcast Perks!🚨 Sports Business Ventures: register today at https://theplaybook.memberful.com/checkout?ref=ndziodg&plan=110409 for an annual subscription to the Playbook! To register for SBV’s newsletters, register here: https://sportsbu…
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Today, Zachary and Emma are diving into a global health crisis that doesn’t get nearly enough attention—tuberculosis (TB). It’s one of the deadliest infectious diseases in the world, yet it has been largely ignored by wealthy nations and Big Pharma. But one person who refuses to let that stand is #1 New York Times bestselling author, YouTuber, and …
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In this episode of The Progress Report, Zachary and Emma dig into the rape kit backlog, the long-term effects of war, and the idea that good news often arises from the resolution of past issues. The conversation emphasizes the necessity of recognizing progress and constructive stories to foster collective well-being. What Could Go Right? is produce…
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Will the U.S. no longer be an economic superpower in the future? How dangerous is TikTok for Americans? And do tariffs necessarily lead to increased domestic manufacturing? In the midst of tariffs and counter-tariffs and lots of economic uncertainty, Zachary and Emma speak with Noah Smith, economist and writer of the "Noahpinion" Substack. They dis…
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Title: Technology & AI in Sports Guest: Shripal Shah, Chief Digital Officer at Next League 🚨Podcast Perks!🚨 Sports Business Ventures: register today at https://theplaybook.memberful.com/checkout?ref=ndziodg&plan=110409 for an annual subscription to the Playbook! To register for SBV’s newsletters, register here: https://sportsbusinessventures.com/#s…
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After the first round of the year at Sydney Motorsport Park, Thomas Randle, David Reynolds, and Anton De Pasquale take on this first episode of Drivers Only for 2025. They recap their Christmas breaks, covering everything from Bintang beers in Bali to basket boats and unexpected sewerage leaks, before breaking down Saturday’s race finish featuring …
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Welcome to Season 7! This week, Zachary Karabell and Emma Varvaloucas discuss the duality of news, focusing on the positive amidst the negative. They explore the impact of the Trump administration on American politics, the importance of understanding diverse voter perspectives, and the role of information in shaping political decisions. The convers…
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Title: Ohio University Sports Ad Season 5 Ep 9 Topic: Team Business Intelligence in Sports Guests: Matthew Phillips, Business Intelligence at Nashville SC 🚨Podcast Perks!🚨 Sports Business Ventures: register today athttps://theplaybook.memberful.com/checkout?ref=ndziodg&plan=110409 for an annual subscription to the Playbook! To register for SBV’s ne…
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Negative news can be overwhelming, but it's important to question whether it accurately reflects our world. Join "What Could Go Right?" to hear positive stories from various experts and challenge the negative narrative. Let's strive for a more balanced view of what's happening today. Whether you need a change of perspective or change of heart, chec…
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Title: Ohio University Sports Ad Season 5, Episode 8 Topic: Sponsorships through the lens of a brand Guests: Ethan Alkon, Senior Manager, Sponsorships at Verizon 🚨Podcast Perks!🚨 Sports Business Ventures: register today athttps://theplaybook.memberful.com/checkout?ref=ndziodg&plan=110409 for an annual subscription to the Playbook! To register for S…
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Title: Venture Capital in Sports Guest: Ashley DeWalt, Managing Partner at the Collectiv 🚨Podcast Perks!🚨 Sports Business Ventures: register today athttps://theplaybook.memberful.com/checkout?ref=ndziodg&plan=110409 for an annual subscription to the Playbook! To register for SBV’s newsletters, register here:https://sportsbusinessventures.com/#subsc…
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Title: Vision Insights Series Ep 5 Topic: Research, Analytics, and Strategy Guests: Katie Morgan, VP of Business Analytics and Ticket Strategy at Texas Rangers and Eric Martuano, Director of Research and Insights at SPORTFIVE 🚨Podcast Perks!🚨 Sports Business Ventures: register today at https://theplaybook.memberful.com/checkout?ref=ndziodg&plan=110…
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Title: Content is King Guest: Rob DeChiaro, President of Skratch & EVP of Media at Pro Shop 🚨Podcast Perks!🚨 Sports Business Ventures: register today at https://theplaybook.memberful.com/checkout?ref=ndziodg&plan=110409 for an annual subscription to the Playbook! To register for SBV’s newsletters, register here: https://sportsbusinessventures.com/#…
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Title: Ohio U Sports Ad Season 5 Episode 7 Topic: Entrepreneurship and Partnership Activation Guests: Corey Poches, Head of Growth at Civitas Experiential 🚨Podcast Perks!🚨 Sports Business Ventures: register today at https://theplaybook.memberful.com/checkout?ref=ndziodg&plan=110409 for an annual subscription to the Playbook! To register for SBV’s n…
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Title: Concierge Live Series Season 2 Episode 3 Topic: Service in Sports Guests: Woody Thompson, EVP at Octagon 🚨Podcast Perks!🚨 Sports Business Ventures: register today at https://theplaybook.memberful.com/checkout?ref=ndziodg&plan=110409 for an annual subscription to the Playbook! To register for SBV’s newsletters, register here: https://sportsbu…
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Title: Ohio University Season 5, Episode 6 Topic: Transitioning from Agency to Brand Guests: Michael Daly, VP, Marketing Manger, Sponsorship Marketing at Truist Bank 🚨Podcast Perks!🚨 Sports Business Ventures: register today at https://theplaybook.memberful.com/checkout?ref=ndziodg&plan=110409 for an annual subscription to the Playbook! To register …
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Title: Vision Insights Series Ep 4 Topic: Careers, Data, Analytics & Strategy Guests: Ron Li, Head of Strategy at Phoenix Suns & Kristen Hartwell, Senior Director of Partnership Strategy at LA Dodgers 🚨Podcast Perks!🚨 Sports Business Ventures: register today at https://theplaybook.memberful.com/checkout?ref=ndziodg&plan=110409 for an annual subscri…
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Title: Future of Venues Guests: Carl Thomas, SVP, AEG Global 🚨Podcast Perks!🚨 Sports Business Ventures: register today at https://theplaybook.memberful.com/checkout?ref=ndziodg&plan=110409 for an annual subscription to the Playbook! To register for SBV’s newsletters, register here: https://sportsbusinessventures.com/#subscribe If you’re interested …
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Send us a text The much-anticipated Usyk vs Fury rematch is finally here, and it’s shaping up to be one of the biggest fights of the year! With a history of intense rivalry, both fighters are looking to prove who truly reigns supreme in the heavyweight division. We break down everything you need to know before the showdown— from their strengths and…
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Series: Ohio University Sports Ad Series, Season 5, Episode 5 Guest: David Koonin, CAA, Agent Title: The Evolution of Agents, Agencies, and Talent 🚨Podcast Perks!🚨 Suja Life: You can get 15% off Suja Organic today with the code "LIFO" at the link: sujaorganic.pxf.io/1rM9Dak Sports Business Ventures: register today at https://theplaybook.memberful.c…
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Can you do us a favor? We’re looking for your feedback on our show. If you’ve enjoyed listening to it, please take a moment to fill out this quick survey: theprogressnetwork.org/survey. Happy Holidays! We’ll see you in the New Year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy The Progress Network with Zachary Karabell and Emma Varvaloucas
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Series: Vision Insights Series Ep 3 Guests: Peter Bach, Director of Analytics at the Seattle Seahawks and Allie MacLeod, Senior Manager of Marketing Intelligence at the Tampa Bay Lightning Topic: Analytics in Pro Sports, AI & and organizational efficiencies 🚨Podcast Perks!🚨 Suja Life: You can get 15% off Suja Organic today with the code "LIFO" at t…
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Highlight Episode: Brett JohnsonPodcast Perks: Thanks to Screen Skinz, the #1 branded screen protector, for their support of the podcast! Screen Skinz allows you to personalize your screen protector with custom or officially licensed designs that disappear, get yours today by visiting ⁠screenskinz.com⁠ and use the code “LIFO24” at checkout for 20% …
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How many U.S. states have increased their minimum wage in 2024? Have greenhouse gas emissions gone down in the EU this year? Has the ozone layer begun to heal itself? Zachary and Emma wrap up 2024 by reflecting on positive developments around the world in the past year, one that many consider a year to forget. They revisit conversations with memora…
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