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Interesting Vancouver Portraits

Interesting Vancouver Portraits

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Interesting Vancouver Presents, is a series of conversations with ordinary Vancouverites leading extraordinary lives. This podcast is hosted and produced by David Swanson, with support from Brett MacFarlane and Mark Busse, in association with SFU Woodward’s, Graphic Designers of Canada, and CreativeMornings/Vancouver. Interesting Vancouver is a celebration of the curious and unexpected. Through talks, workshops, and programs, Interesting Vancouver explores the community and activities that c ...
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The Earthkeepers Podcast promotes global connection among ecological-minded people who believe that earth care is an integral part of spiritual life. Through conversations about topics like ecology, climate change, gardening, farming, social enterprise, theology, environmental justice, outdoor recreation, conservation and community development, we aim to inspire a movement of ordinary earthkeepers who will help heal the world.
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Criminology

Emash Digital & Mike Ferguson, Mike Morford

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Criminology is a true crime podcast that takes a deep dive into some of the most famous cases in the annals of crime. Hosts Mike Ferguson and Mike Morford will give you every details of these infamous crimes. New episodes come out every Saturday night at 10 PM.
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Your front-row seat to the human side of science. Hosted by Nobel laureate David Baker, we invite you to hear from real people at the forefront of AI, biology, chemistry, and physics. From moments of doubt to breakthroughs that change everything, these stories prove that great science isn’t just about what you find — it’s about who you become along the way. Protein design pioneer David Baker has trained hundreds of scientists, published over 650 research papers, and launched more than 20 bio ...
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Building the Oracle - with Jay Swanson

Jay Swanson and Richard Bilkey

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An author and an editor interview entrepreneurs and world-class artists as they chronicle their journey to create their own publishing house and film studio around the fictional fantasy universe "The Oracle of the Dread Gods" by host, Jay Swanson.
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True Crime All The Time

Emash Digital / Wondery

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Hosts Mike Ferguson and Mike Gibson guide you through the most interesting true crime stories. This is a true crime podcast that spares none of the details and delves into what makes these killers tick. Join us for a good mix of lesser known cases as well as our take on what we call the "Big Timers". We don't take ourselves too seriously but we take true crime very seriously.
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Monica Swanson, author of Boy Mom and Raising Amazing , and blogger at monicaswanson.com, shares encouragement and inspiration for raising amazing kids and building strong families. Monica shares practical advice and biblical wisdom through honest conversations, interviews with experts, and light-hearted humor. The Monica Swanson Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.Chris ...
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Bring Me My Books

Jagged Rock Media

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“Bring Me My Books” is a podcast where bookworms unite in the quest for reads that make you ponder the big stuff: the truth, beauty, and goodness of God. Join hosts Kristi Cain and Travis Lowe in discovering and discussing the ideas of authors who have the potential to shape us, inspire us, and make us think.
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Timeless Practical Wisdom For Living a Meaningful Life Inspiring stories and practical advice from creatives, entrepreneurs, change-makers, misfits, and rebels to help you become successful on your own terms Our listeners say, “If TEDTalks met Oprah you’d have the Unmistakable Creative.” Eliminate the feeling of being stuck in your life, blocked in your creativity, and discover higher levels of meaning and purpose in your life and career. Listen to deeply personal, insightful, and thought-pr ...
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The Jewish Angle

The CJN Podcasts

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Phoebe Maltz Bovy, a culture critic and opinion editor at The Canadian Jewish News, explores the wider world of modern Jewish life, stuck between dangerous political flanks on both left and right.
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Welcome to Local Biz Now Radio Show! Tune in to WSIC every Monday from 4 PM to 5 PM for a thrilling journey through the world of local businesses with our expert host, Joe Vagnone. Are you curious about the inspiring stories behind successful local businesses? Do you want to learn about the challenges they faced and the triumphs they celebrated? Look no further than "Local Biz Now," the radio show that brings you up close and personal with the entrepreneurs who are shaping their communities. ...
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This podcast showcases the stories of professionals from the Upper Peninsula who have a vested interest in business entrepreneurship and the arts. It will initiate a dialog about the new UP economy in light of imminent changes in industry, as a surge of innovation and creativity are emerging keeping the economy vibrant.
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It's Time to Transform our Health System

It's Time to Transform our Health System

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Everyone knows that we need to transform our health system. It's time that we do it. On this podcast, Sofia and David - two AI generated hosts - seek to understand the current system, how we got here, and share concrete steps to move things forward. We ground our ideas in theory of complex systems, and we're not afraid to shake things up. This AI podcast was created, and is managed by Dr. Chad Swanson, an emergency physician. chadswanson.comThis podcast and website does not provide medical, ...
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Fight The Current

Fight The Current

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Fight the Current is a Podcast dedicated to helping people live EXTRAordinary lives in an ordinary world. Co-Hosts Aaron Thomas and Danny Campisi talk about fighting the current in all aspects of life. Topics include success, finance, entrepreneurship, faith, relationships, and more.
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Skye talks with his friend, Pastor David Swanson, about his confrontation with Border Patrol agents at an ICE protest in Chicago. What's really happening with "Operation Midway Blitz," what should churches and Christians do when the government is actively violating the rights of its citizens, and is the Trump Administration deliberately trying to p…
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This week on Talk World Radio, we are welcoming back Alfred de Zayas, who is a law professor at the Geneva School of Diplomacy and served as a United Nations Independent Expert on International Order from 2012 to 2018. He is the author of twelve books including “Building a Just World Order”, “Countering Mainstream Narratives”, and “The Human Rights…
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LIVE | Local Biz Now | Hosted by Joe Vagnone | Small Business Broker #1 Live Business Talk Radio Show in NC ! - 12 years strong… - Over 952 interviews…. - 748 videos on the tubes…167 subscribers now - youtube.com/@joevagnonebusinessbroker4849 Are you curious about the inspiring stories behind successful local businesses? Do you want to learn about …
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On May 30th, 2025, thirty-two-year-old Travis Decker went to his ex-wife Whitney Decker’s home to pick up his 3 daughters, all under the age of ten, for a visit. A few days later all three girls were found murdered and Travis was nowhere to be found. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss Travis Decker. After the murders were discovered, the authoritie…
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This week on Talk World Radio we're talking about opening borders with John Washington, author of a terrific book called The Case for Open Borders. John Washington is a staff writer at Arizona Luminaria, a community-focused media outlet where he writes about the border, climate change, democracy, and more. He has written for The Atlantic, The Washi…
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Courtney Harding, founder of Friends with Holograms and a leading voice in spatial computing, joins Srini to discuss the real-world applications and philosophical implications of immersive technologies like VR and AR. Drawing from her background in music journalism, activism, and public policy, she unpacks how virtual experiences are reshaping educ…
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For 17 years, an unknown suspect called the Night Stalker carried out a series of burglaries and sexual attacks against the elderly in South London, Kent, and Surrey, England. In 2009, a massive surveillance operation resulted in an arrest and identification. The Night Stalker was branded one of the most prolific and depraved sex attackers in Briti…
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In 1964, the murder of 16-year-old Beverly Jarosz, who was savagely attacked and killed in her own bedroom, shocked the community of Garfield Heights, Ohio. There were a number of people looked at closely in connection to Beverly's murder, but no one has yet been held responsible. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the murder of Beverly Jarosz. The…
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Hypocrites! No one wants to be seen as one. While most people claim to hate hypocrisy, does our hatred of hypocrisy take our attention from more bald-faced sin? And could a certain kind of hypocrisy be a stepping stone away from other sins and toward virtue? Skye dives into hypocrisy and gives the antidotes for twin errors that hypocrisy creates. 0…
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In this mind-expanding conversation, psychiatrist and author Daniel Lieberman unpacks the role of dopamine — the brain's molecule of motivation — and how it shapes nearly every aspect of our lives, from love and ambition to addiction and impulsive behavior. Drawing from his bestselling book *The Molecule of More*, Lieberman explains why we’re wired…
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As a new professor with a newborn, Parisa suffered a stroke that left her unable to walk or talk. She leaned on love and stubbornness to recover her voice, raise her child, lead her lab, and even run a 5k foot trace. This episode traces her remarkable journey from growing up in Iran to starting a lab at the University of Oregon, and from sudden set…
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In this conversation, Forrest and James engage with Wes and Stephanie Vander Lugt, co-founders of Kinship Plot, an intentional community in Charlotte, North Carolina. They discuss the vision behind Kinship Plot, which focuses on cultivating resonant relationships with each other, the land, and with Spirit. The conversation explores the community's …
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In this powerful third appearance, bestselling author and decision strategist Annie Duke dismantles the myth that grit is always good — and makes the case for why strategic quitting is essential for success. Drawing from cognitive science, personal experience, and examples like Muhammad Ali, Dave Chappelle, and Stuart Butterfield (Slack), Duke illu…
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LIVE | Local Biz Now | Hosted by Joe Vagnone | Small Business Broker #1 Live Business Talk Radio Show in NC ! - 12 years strong… - Over 952 interviews…. - 748 videos on the tubes…167 subscribers now - youtube.com/@joevagnonebusinessbroker4849 Are you curious about the inspiring stories behind successful local businesses? Do you want to learn about …
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Canadian patriotism has surged since U.S. President Donald Trump took office and waged a trade war with his country's northern neighbour. But while this flavour of patriotism has largely manifested in opposition to the United States ("Elbows up," etc.), one Jewish social psychologist, neuroscientist and writer wonders if Canadians could change that…
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Psychologist Anders Ericsson, the originator of the concept of deliberate practice, shares the foundational principles behind how experts are made—not born. Drawing on decades of empirical research, he explains how world-class performance emerges through structured effort, targeted feedback, and the development of mental models over time.Ericsson c…
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Rodney Alcala was an American serial killer and sex offender who was sentenced to death in California for multiple murders. Alcala has been conclusively linked to eight murders, but authorities suspect he could have killed over 100 people during his travels around the country. Join Mike and Gibby as they discuss the infamous serial killer Rodney Al…
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This week on Talk World Radio, we're speaking with Abby Martin about her new film, Earth's Greatest Enemy. Earth’s Greatest Enemy, the second feature film project by Abby Martin, is a groundbreaking anti-imperialist environmental documentary. Exempt from international climate agreements and rarely scrutinized in mainstream reporting, the Pentagon i…
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In May 2016, thirty-one-year-old mother of three, Nicole VanderHeyden, was found dead. It was apparent she had been murdered due to the state of her injuries. Nicole, who went by Nikki, disappeared after a night out with her boyfriend and other friends. The authorities immediately began looking at Nikki's boyfriend. Join Mike and Morf as they discu…
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Major breaking news here as serial killer Robert Eugene Brashers has been identified as being responsible for the infamous quadruple Yogurt Shop murder in December, 1991 in Austin, TX. Killed were Jennifer Harbison, and Eliza Thomas who were employees of the 'I Can't Believe it's Yogurt' shop in Austin, along with Jennifer's sister Sarah Harbison, …
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The Trump administration is making concerning claims free speech in light of the Charlie Kirk assassination. David French is here with Skye Jethani to break down where America stands with free speech. Also, why is the First Amendment important for Christians? 0:00 - Theme Song 2:58 - David French’s Journey to Free Speech Advocacy 11:42 - Trump’s Ap…
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Crime doesn’t take a day off. And neither does Crime House Daily. Hosted by self-defense instructor and advocate for victims, Katie Ring, Crime House Daily is coming to you twice every weekday, covering the biggest crime stories as they unfold. Morning episodes give you the need-to-know. The latest headlines, breaking developments, and where things…
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In this episode of Protecting Your Vote, host J. Christian Adams is joined by former Ohio Secretary of State and PILF Board Member Ken Blackwell for a wide-ranging conversation on election integrity, civic responsibility, and America’s future. Together, they discuss Blackwell’s decades of leadership in the election integrity space, the challenges a…
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In this episode, Salim Ismail — founding executive director of Singularity University and author of *Exponential Organizations* — maps out what it takes to adapt, lead, and build in a world defined by accelerating change.He unpacks the frameworks behind exponential growth, the future of learning, and the architecture of modern organizations. But th…
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Rodney Alcala was an American serial killer and sex offender who was sentenced to death in California for multiple murders. Alcala has been conclusively linked to eight murders, but authorities suspect he could have killed over 100 people during his travels around the country. Join Mike and Gibby as they discuss the infamous serial killer Rodney Al…
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In 2024, Matthew and Kathryn Restelli were living together on a seven-acre property in Aguanga, about eighteen miles east of Temecula, California. The couple had been married for about seven and a half years, but the marriage had started to fall apart around 2020. Kathryn decided to take the kids to her mom Tracey Grist’s home in American Fork, Uta…
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Holy Post Media is no stranger to accusations of both-sidesism. Skye and Kaitlyn talk about why they believe pointing out problems on both sides isn’t simple equivocation or conflict-avoidance, but instead a responsibility—and maybe even a way to avoid idolatry. 0:04 - Theme Song 1:18 - Defining Both-Sidesism 8:22 - Is it false equivalency? 13:15 -…
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Dennis Xu, co-founder of Mem, unpacks the future of personal knowledge and how it’s being reshaped by networked thinking, cognitive design, and human-centered AI. Drawing on his Stanford background, founder journey, and product philosophy, Dennis challenges the folder-based paradigms of information management — replacing them with malleable, graph-…
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In this conversation, Jennifer Godfrey shares her journey of advocacy for the Southern Resident Killer Whales and the broader ecological health of the Puget Sound region. She discusses her emotional connection to nature, the challenges she faced in filing the Orca Appeal, and the importance of community engagement in environmental issues. Jennifer …
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You may have new year's resolutions. But do you have Jewish new year's resolutions? Erin Beser, a Jewish educator and rebbetzin, does one each year with her family—sometimes just for the year, sometimes forever. First they gave up meat. Then they gave up screens. This year? Shopping—no more impulse buys, extra clothes or excessive gifts. In 5786, t…
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On this episode of Protecting Your Vote, host J. Christian Adams is joined by Vice President for the Institute for Constitutional Government at the Heritage Foundation, John Malcolm. The pair discuss Heritage's Voter Fraud Database and how it dovetails with Public Interest Legal Foundation's Tied/Decided by One Vote Elections Databases. They also d…
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This week on Talk World Radio, we are talking about war, peace, and politics with RootsAction's Political Director Sam Rosenthal. Sam is an organizer and researcher based in Washington, DC. He recently served three years on the steering committee of the Democratic Socialists of America's National Electoral Commission.…
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Cognitive scientist Gloria Mark explains why modern knowledge work sabotages attention — and how to fight back. Drawing from her decades of research, she breaks down internal vs. external distraction, meta-awareness, cognitive rhythms, and the misunderstood nature of flow states. This episode delivers practical insights for reclaiming agency over y…
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LIVE | Local Biz Now | Hosted by Joe Vagnone | Small Business Broker #1 Live Business Talk Radio Show in NC ! - 12 years strong… - Over 952 interviews…. - 748 videos on the tubes…167 subscribers now - youtube.com/@joevagnonebusinessbroker4849 Are you curious about the inspiring stories behind successful local businesses? Do you want to learn about …
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Sonkhe Ahrens shares how traditional approaches to knowledge — highlighting, tagging, collecting — fail to support actual thinking. Drawing from Niklas Luhmann’s Zettelkasten method, Ahrens explains why insight isn’t something you plan for, but something you engineer into existence by connecting information deliberately over time. The conversation …
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Rodney Alcala was an American serial killer and sex offender who was sentenced to death in California for multiple murders. Alcala has been conclusively linked to eight murders, but authorities suspect he could have killed over 100 people during his travels around the country. Join Mike and Gibby as they discuss the infamous serial killer Rodney Al…
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In 2019, forty-three-year-old Christine Holloway was living in an apartment in Ansonia, about ten miles west of New Haven, Connecticut. She was dating a man named Jose Morales. The couple had one child together, a fourteen-month-old daughter named Vanessa, who lived with Christine. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss Christine Holloway and Vanessa M…
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Skye and Drew open this edition of Drew’s News by reflecting on Charlie Kirk's assassination and the string of recent political violence. Is this analogous to the 1960's—or the 1910's? But there’s other stuff on their minds—midlife faith crises, declining grades in plublic schools, and—“Jesus glow-ups” on Tiktok? Skye and Drew look at all of this n…
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In this episode of Protecting Your Vote, host J. Christian Adams is joined by attorney Linda Kerns to discuss the Public Interest Legal Foundation’s ongoing Pennsylvania case involving death threats against Trump voters during the 2024 election. The conversation explores how these threats are being used as a political tool, what they mean for elect…
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LIVE | Local Biz Now | Hosted by Joe Vagnone | Small Business Broker #1 Live Business Talk Radio Show in NC ! - 12 years strong… - Over 952 interviews…. - 748 videos on the tubes…167 subscribers now - youtube.com/@joevagnonebusinessbroker4849 Are you curious about the inspiring stories behind successful local businesses? Do you want to learn about …
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This week on Talk World Radio we are talking about abolition -- of all things in need of it. Our guest, Ray Acheson is an organizer, activist, and writer. They are Director of Reaching Critical Will, the disarmament program of the Women's International League for Peace and Freedom (WILPF). They served from 2008–2024 on the steering group of the Int…
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In February 1988, 16-year-old David Brom murdered his parents and younger siblings. His defense argued that David was mentally ill, suffering from abuse, and snapped after an argument with his father. Prosecutors had evidence that David spent months planning the murders and killed his family in a cold and calculating manner. Join Mike and Gibby as …
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As this episode drops, CrimeCon is taking place in Denver, Colorado. We're diving into a couple mysteries that occurred in Littleton, about 10 miles away from Denver. These are cases that garnered much less attention than other crimes, such as the Columbine shootings. But the circumstances of each make them very perplexing. Join Mike and Morf as th…
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Most people think improv is about being quick and funny, but what if it’s really about learning to listen, let go of control, and trust the people around you? Skye talks with Jeff Ash, founder of Westside Improv Theater, about how the principles of improv, like saying yes and, can shape our parenting, our faith, and even our view of God. Listen to …
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This week on Talk World Radio, we are talking about a new film called Neelan: Unsilenced. Our guest, Pitasanna Shanmugathas, is the director, writer, and producer. Shanmugathas was previously a guest on this program regarding his co-directed six-part documentary series titled "Truth to the Powerless: An Investigation into Canada's Foreign Policy," …
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What's the line between a personal essay and a hot take? Takes are written quickly, maybe flippantly, to latch onto a news hook. But essays are longer, more thoughtful and nearly impossible to write once a week. Meghan Daum has done both. And her latest book, The Catastrophe Hour, compiles a selection of her essays from 2016-2023, touching on cultu…
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Kevin Surace breaks down how AI is reshaping the future of work — not by eliminating jobs, but by replacing repetitive tasks and redefining what humans are actually needed for. He explains why productivity, not headcount, will determine company growth in a labor-constrained world. Drawing from decades of applied AI experience, Surace outlines the e…
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