You are In the Ellipsis... Those three little dots that often hold so much information, backstory, wisdom, and inspiration. Join Jeremiah Isley as he holds conversations with folks who find themselves "living the dream" building their own businesses and brands, or landing their dream job, as they share their beginnings, and the story that lies, In the Ellipsis...
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This is a podcast about the little spaces in between all the important stuff in your lives. All that filler space inbetween all the important dialogue in the movie, yeah... that's what this is.
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Social Innovation is hard, and very very all consuming. All I remember from my year as the CEO of a social venture in Pakistan are meetings and more meetings, with not enough time to reflect in the middle. This podcast aims to provide a space for social innovators to pause, learn, and improve their practice, particularly in a developing country context. Ellipsis is the open space, the pause, the uninterrupted continuation of a thought. Each episode is short, no more than 30 min, where we try ...
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An Invitation Productions sprung to life when storyboard artist Jim Penola began exploring Karyn Kusama’s 2015 masterpiece THE INVITATION with the podcast titled––what else?––“An Invitation to THE INVITATION.” 🟣 The limited series remains a unique narrative/critical hybrid that is as meticulously scripted as it is produced, using Kusama's film as a means of highlighting cinematic craft alongside rigorous self-inquiry. Jim’s passion for other films blooms further in an eclectic selection of “ ...
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Rebecca Lobo is a Hall of Fame athlete. Steve Rushin wrote about Hall of Fame athletes for years. But unlike most podcast duos, the bond that holds this show together is marriage. Join the couple weekly as they discuss current events and provide a slice of life from the finished half of their basement. Who is the ball? And who is the chain? Find out right here, on Happiness Lane!
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Grammar Grater is a weekly podcast about English words, grammar, and usage for the Information Age.
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Think Like a Founder is a series of conversations with leaders, thinkers, inventors, revolutionaries, problem-solvers, and smart, nice people. Hosted by Maureen Taylor, co-founder of SNP Communications, this podcast dives deeper into a founder’s mindset and mentality -- what makes them tick? The curiosity. The relentlessness. The crazy. The sacrifice. The loneliness. Host, Maureen Taylor (or Mo, as most know her) started SNP Communications with her husband, Renn Vara more than 25 years ago, ...
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Coffee Comes After A Fall with Guest Kevin Nisly
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39:42In this heart-filled and high-energy episode, Jeremiah Isley welcomes longtime friend and multi-business owner Kevin Nisly to In The Ellipsis. From falling off a roof to selling award-winning candy bars, Kevin's journey is full of divine twists and turns. He shares how an early injury, a powerful mentorship, and a leap of faith turned into a decade…
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Left Hand Turns with Ed Pizza In this sharp, funny, and wisdom-packed episode, host Jeremiah Isley welcomes longtime friend, restaurateur, and serial podcaster Ed Pizza (aka Edward Pizzarello). From nearly flunking high school to co-owning every Five Guys restaurant in Nevada, Ed walks us through a series of literal and figurative left turns that d…
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In this insightful and inspiring episode, host Jeremiah Isley welcomes longtime friend and digital strategist Jason Keppe, founder of SurePath Digital. Jason walks us through his unconventional journey from quitting an engineering degree, to learning HTML from a book, to stumbling his way into entrepreneurship through a mix of persistence, loss, an…
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In The Ellipsis | Episode 002 Helping People with Dr. Alex Bue In this inspiring episode of In The Ellipsis, host Jeremiah Isley sits down with Dr. Alex Bew (aka Dr. Alex), a dedicated chiropractor and successful small business owner, to dive into his journey from a determined teenager with low back pain to running a thriving chiropractic practice …
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In this debut episode of In the Ellipsis, host Jeremiah Isley sits down with Amy Mucha, the creative force behind Daisy Pops, to talk about her unexpected journey from high school math teacher to full-time entrepreneur. Amy shares how her love for baking, a gift from her mother-in-law, and a deep passion for cake pops led her to build not one, but …
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A.I.P. Tapes invites new release recommendations and concise film analysis into your feed. Today, you're invited to watch GOOD ONE (2024) — the feature film directorial debut of India Donaldson. A deeply understated yet highly authentic portrait of the ways maturity is both earned and inflicted upon us. RSVP now. Written, produced, and hosted by Ji…
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On this week's Ball & Chain, Rebecca and Steve discuss Diana Taurasi's retirement and the latest from women's college basketball. Rebecca has a high school coaching pet peeve. While Steve discovers that foods past their expiration date can "go good". All that plus Viewer Mail on the 287th edition of the Ball & Chain Podcast…
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On this week's Ball & Chain, Rebecca and Steve talk about their Valentine's Day mishap and discuss the best Dots and hard candy flavors. Rebecca encounters a unique cocktail combination in her travels. While Steve flaunts on Instagram purchase around the house. All that plus Viewer Mail on the 286th edition of the Ball & Chain Podcast.…
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Welcome to In the Ellipsis... Join host, Jeremiah Isley as he talks with guests who have found themselves living the dream, building brands and businesses, or landing their dream job, the only thing missing is their story. If you've built your business, or brand, or maybe you've landed in a dream job YOU are exactly who we want to have on the show!…
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On this week's Ball & Chain, Rebecca and Steve discuss gelatinous candies and UConn vs Tennessee. Rebecca has an unfortunate moment at a high school sporting event. While Steve channels his inner Micky Dolenz. All that plus Viewer Mail on the 285th edition of the Ball & Chain Podcast.By Rushin Holdings LLC
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Thematic Content #04: AGAINST ALL ODDS with Philip Gawthorne and Michael IQ Jones
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43:09Thematic Content is an audio essay series about the themes that define film history—across eras, genres, and filmmakers—even mediums. Episode #04 sees the return of screenwriter, playwright, and podcaster Philip Gawthorne (Die Hard on a Blank) who brings yet another Jeff Bridges vehicle to the table: the Taylor Hackford directed neo-noir AGAINST AL…
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On this week's podcast, Rebecca and Steve talk about embarrassing parent stories and flossing on an airplane. Rebecca talks about showing up to the wrong funeral. While Steve and their oldest daughter have an awkward experience at the Tate Modern. All that plus Viewer Mail on the 284th edition of the Ball & Chain Podcast.…
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On this week's Ball & Chain, Rebecca and Steve talk replacing cellphones and funeral etiquette. Rebecca talks about her experience filming a State Farm commercial. While Steve consistently gets the side-eye from their family dog. All that plus Viewer Mail on the 283rd edition of the Ball & Chain Podcast.…
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On the first Ball & Chain of the year, Rebecca and Steve welcome in the 2025 by recapping their holiday. Rebecca learns a cashew is not a nut. While Steve defends the thoughtfulness of his Christmas gift. All that plus Viewer Mail on the 282nd edition of the Ball & Chain Podcast.By Rushin Holdings LLC
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On this week's Ball & Chain, Rebecca and Steve are celebrating all of the holidays as they recap their Thanksgiving and Christmas time adventures. Rebecca talks about Geno Auriemma becoming the winningest coach in college basketball history. While a trip to a thrift store brings Steve a new look for the holidays. All that plus Viewer Mail on the 28…
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A.I.P. Tapes #004: Top Five Horror Films of 2024
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2:20A.I.P. Tapes invites new release recommendations and concise film analysis into your feed. Today, you're invited to watch host Jim Penola's Top Five Horror Films of 2024. RSVP now. Written, produced, and hosted by Jim Penola. Original music by John Penola. An Invitation Productions is now on TikTok! Support the show •••Shout-out to some of my lovel…
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A.I.P. Tapes invites new release recommendations and concise film analysis into your feed. Today, you're invited to watch WOMAN OF THE HOUR (2024) — the feature film directorial debut of Anna Kendrick. The based-on-a-true-story thriller is effective, affecting, and at its best when conveying how seemingly “benign” men winge (Pete Holmes), flatter (…
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Ep. 280 Anita Periwinkle & The Hot Minute
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50:44On this week's Ball & Chain, Rebecca and Steve make their return to the XL Center and the great nut debate rages on. Rebecca has an awkward encounter at a hotel elevator. While Steve remembers his summer scooping ice cream. All that plus Viewer Mail on the 280th edition of the Ball & Chain Podcast.By Rushin Holdings LLC
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On this week's Ball & Chain, Rebecca and Steve embrace debate by ranking their favorite nuts and household utensils. Rebecca discusses the latest coaching moves in the WNBA. While Steve has an unfortunate reveal at the dermatologist. All that plus Viewer Mail on the 279th edition of the Ball & Chain Podcast.…
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A.I.P. Tapes invites new release recommendations and concise film analysis into your feed. Today, you're invited to watch THE SHADOW STRAYS (2024) — the latest blood-spattered-action-symphony from writer/director Timo Tjahjanto, now streaming on Netflix. THE SHADOW STRAYS, through its many ecstatic set pieces, provokes not-insignificant questions o…
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On this week's Ball & Chain, Rebecca and Steve relive the New York Liberty winning their first WNBA Championship. Rebecca reveals her favorite Halloween candy. While Steve unveils the 2024 B&C-o-latern from George in Columbus. All that plus a very special Viewer Mail on the 278th edition of the Ball & Chain Podcast.…
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A.I.P. Tapes invites new release recommendations and concise film analysis into your feed. Today, you're invited to watch SMILE 2 – the glossy, inventive sequel to 2022's biggest Horror movie. Though the film doesn't fully explore its new setting, writer/director Parker Finn still manages to inject his sharp direction with noteworthy symbols and im…
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On this week's Ball & Chain, Rebecca & Steve recap Steve's birthday and the first round of the WNBA Playoffs. Rebecca faces off with a mouse in their basement. While Steve revels in Connecticut's "Saturday Morning Cartoons" high school football. All that plus Viewer Mail on the 277th edition of the Ball & Chain Podcast.…
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On this week's Ball & Chain, Rebecca and Steve debate which candies are for kids and which ones are for adults. Rebecca remembers the time when they met George W. Bush's sock guy. While Steve talks about the Sports Illustrated reunion he recently attended. All that plus Viewer Mail on the 276th edition of the Ball & Chain Podcast.…
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On this week's Ball & Chain, Rebecca and Steve have a new addition to the basement...the teeter! Rebecca has a funny back-and-forth with the Congressional Basketball Game's social media accounts. While Steve reveals the best hot dog he's ever had. All that plus Viewer Mail on the 275th edition of the Ball & Chain Podcast.…
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Ep. 274 Galoshes & The Spring Chicken
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1:12:20Rebecca and Steve are back! The couple recaps their summer vacation, moving their kids into college and so much more! Rebecca is excited for Toronto to join the WNBA in 2026. While Steve has a pro tip for experiencing Niagara Falls. All that plus Viewer Mail on the latest edition of the Ball & Chain Podcast.…
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Thematic Content #03: BIG BLACK DELTA x TENET with Jonathan Bates
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35:56Thematic Content is a series about the themes that define film history—across eras, genres, and filmmakers—even mediums. Episode #03 takes an unexpected (but welcome) detour towards the world of contemporary electronic music with special guest Big Black Delta, a.k.a. Jonathan Bates, the prolific recording artist with credits on BILL AND TED FACE TH…
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Thematic Content #02: 8 MILLION WAYS TO DIE with Philip Gawthorne
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48:36Thematic Content is a series about the themes that define film history—across eras, genres, and filmmakers—even mediums. Episode #02 continues this inaugural season's exploration of a "Los Angeles Horror of Manners" with a vivid look at polarizing 80s neo-noir, 8 MILLION WAYS TO DIE, starring Jeff Bridges and Andy Garcia. Arguing in favor of the fi…
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Thematic Content #01: BLADE RUNNER with Dom Nero
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23:25Thematic Content is a series about the themes that define film history—across eras, genres, and filmmakers—even mediums. This inaugural episode takes a look at Ridley Scott's 1982 film, BLADE RUNNER, and features special guest Dom Nero—a writer, a video editor, and the co-host of the excellent film podcast Eye of the Duck. Throughout their discussi…
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On this week's Ball & Chain, Rebecca and Steve are all over the WNBA season, Caitlin Clark and so much more! Rebecca revisits her viral moment with an official at an AAU tournament. While Steve shares stories from his Dad's football career at Purdue and Tennesse. All that plus Viewer Mail on the 273rd edition of the Ball & Chain Podcast.…
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Ellipsis #10: "One Good Choice" with Karyn Kusama
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55:34Karyn Kusama is the writer/director of GIRLFIGHT (2000), the director of JENNIFER'S BODY (2009), THE INVITATION (2015), and of course, DESTROYER (2018). She is also an Emmy nominated director of television that includes work on YELLOWJACKETS, DEAD RINGERS, THE MYSTERIOUS BENEDICT SOCIETY, and much more. During this very special episode of ELLIPSIS,…
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An Invitation to DESTROYER #08: "The Chase"
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34:53In episode #08 of "An Invitation to DESTROYER," host Jim Penola examines the nocturnal foot chase between Erin Bell (Nicole Kidman) and Arturo Guerrero (Zach Villa), an ex-criminal and former friend of Bell's. The ensuing discussion breaks down the significant narrative/stylistic choices of their relationship—including a fourth-wall-breaking close-…
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On this week's Ball & Chain, Rebecca and Steve are joined in-basement by Producer Deny Gallagher. Rebecca reveals her nickname for Steve's late father inspired by a pair of baseball legends. While Steve tells the story about the time he ran into Mike Tyson after buying Rebecca's engagement ring. All that plus Viewer Mail on the 272nd edition of the…
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On this week's Ball & Chain, Rebecca and Steve celebrate the life of Steve's father, Don Rushin, who passed away on April 11th. The two share stories about the Rushin patriarch, including the first time he met Rebecca. All that plus Viewer Mail on a very special edition of the Ball & Chain Podcast.By Rushin Holdings LLC
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On this week's Ball & Chain, Rebecca and Steve are back recapping a historic Women's Final Four, WNBA Draft and so much more! Rebecca calls out Steve for a seat incident at a recent basketball game. While Steve tries to engage Rebecca in G.O.A.T. Rodeo. All that plus, Viewer Mail on the 270th edition of the Ball & Chain Podcast.…
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On this week's Ball & Chain, Rebecca and Steve discuss Match Day 2024 and their kids' high school basketball state playoffs. Rebecca talks about her episode of 'Girls5Eva' (S3 E4) dropping on Netflix. While Steve is honored at a local St. Patrick's Day event. All that plus Viewer Mail on the 269th edition of the Ball & Chain Podcast.…
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Ellipsis #09: "The Preservation of Family" with Matt Manfredi
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1:28:44Please enjoy this unlocked episode of my Patreon-exclusive series "Ellipsis" – the official companion podcast to "An Invitation to DESTROYER" – where I discuss the movie with fellow superfans, critics, and the creators themselves. * Matt Manfredi is an Emmy nominated screenwriter with decades of experience inside both the independent and studio sys…
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On this week's Ball & Chain, Rebecca and Steve rank salad dressing expiration dates and share an update on their daughter's injury. Rebecca shares stories from her college basketball travels. While Steve reveals a controversial pizza opinion. All that plus Viewer Mail on the 268th edition of the Ball & Chain Podcast.…
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On this week's Ball & Chain, Rebecca and Steve talk about tire cap kleptos and emergency text etiquette. Rebecca goes down an auto part rabbit hole. While Steve is forced to leave groceries behind during a recent trip to the supermarket. All that plus Viewer Mail on the 267th edition of the Ball & Chain Podcast.…
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On this week's Ball & Chain, Rebecca and Steve discuss speculation about the demise of Sports Illustrated and celebrate the season of melted meats. Rebecca revels in snow days with older children. While Steve tests positive for Covid-24: Nuns on the Run. All that plus Viewer Mail on the 266th edition of the Ball & Chain Podcast.…
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An Invitation to DESTROYER #07: "There's No Such Thing As An Unexpressed Emotion"
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21:22In the 7th proper episode of "An Invitation to DESTROYER," host Jim Penola continues to assess the fragile heart of the film: the contentious relationship between Erin Bell (Nicole Kidman) and her teenage daughter, Shelby (Jade Pettyjohn). Through a dramatic reading of pages 38–41 of the DESTROYER screenplay, Penola spotlights the ordinary ways tha…
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On this week's Ball & Chain, Rebecca and Steve ring in the New Year with talk of poached eggs and hot sauce. Rebecca talks about the latest in women's college basketball. While Steve reveals the one game he and Rebecca can no longer play together. All that plus Viewer Mail on the 265th edition of the Ball & Chain Podcast.…
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Ep. 264 Christmas Concerts & Multiple Ralphs
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38:07On this week's Ball & Chain, Rebecca and Steve are spreading cheer this holiday season! Rebecca recaps their 15th and final Christmas concert at their kids' elementary school. While Steve reviews Alexander Payne's 'The Holdovers'. All that plus Viewer Mail on the 264th edition of the Ball & Chain Podcast.…
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Ellipsis #08: "The Euphoria of Lawlessness" with Philip Gawthorne
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1:05:48Please enjoy this unlocked episode of my Patreon-exclusive series "Ellipsis" – the official companion podcast to "An Invitation to DESTROYER" – where I discuss the movie with fellow superfans, critics, and the creators themselves. Today, my guest is Philip Gawthorne. Phil is the creator and co-host of podcast, DIE HARD ON A BLANK – the podcast that…
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On this week's Ball & Chain, Rebecca and Steve are celebrating the holidays with a side of women's college hoops. Rebecca recaps her travels around the country. While Steve prepares his Christmas overture for next episode. All that plus the debut of the Dr. Garry Siegel Memorial Cleanup Spot on the 263rd edition of the Ball & Chain Podcast.…
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On this week's Ball & Chain, Rebecca & Steve pay tribute to the late, great Dr. Garry Siegel. Rebecca recaps her trip to Paris for the beginning of the Women's College Basketball season. While Steve recaps his trip for a story to Las Vegas. All this plus Viewer Mail on the 262nd edition of the Ball & Chain Podcast.…
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An Invitation to DESTROYER #06: "Your Heart"
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28:48"Indelible in the hippocampus, it was the laughter. The uproarious laughter between the two." | "That scene – Megan and I agreed, before we started shooting it – that she was not going to *ever* wink at the audience. That no matter what was happening to her in terms of how other people were behaving – whether they were cracking jokes – the horror o…
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058: James McGoff - Founder & CPO of TemperPack
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21:46On this episode of Think Like A Founder, SNP Co-Founder & CEO Maureen Taylor speaks with James McGoff, Co-Founder and CPO of TemperPack. They talk about talk about putting a dent in the universe, promising something into existence, and colliding your ideas with reality as soon as possible. TemperPack engineers and manufactures sustainable insulated…
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057: Elliot Katz - Co-Founder & CBO of Phantom Auto
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21:16On this episode of Think Like A Founder, SNP Co-Founder & CEO Maureen Taylor speaks with Elliot Katz, Co-Founder and Chief Business Officer of Phantom Auto. They talk about the benefits of being a “newb,” the realities of a sink-or-swim environment, and learning from rejection. Phantom Auto’s goal is to solve the labor shortage in logistics by enab…
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056: Mainul Mondal - Co-Founder and CEO of Ellipsis Health (Returning Guest)
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16:16On this episode of Think Like A Founder, SNP Co-Founder & CEO Maureen Taylor speaks with Mainul Mondal, CEO and Co-Founder of Ellipsis Health. They talk about creating a sense of belonging, taking care of yourself by serving others, and letting go of people who are unkind. Ellipsis believes that physical and mental health are equally important. The…
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