Best Erlang Podcasts (2025)

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The World Reacts to Trump’s New National Security Strategy 50:36

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In this episode of World Review, host Ivo Daalder is joined by Anna Sauerbrey, Ken Moriyasu, and Anton LaGuardia to dissect the latest U.S. national security strategy. The panel discusses the document's unexpected brevity and its significant implications for international relations. Key topics include the U.S.'s shifting stance towards Europe, the …

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Episode 97: Gleam! A Chat with Peter Saxton 48:21

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In this episode of Beam Radio, Lars and Andrew welcome Peter Saxton, a key figure in the Gleam programming language community. They discuss Peter's journey into the BEAM ecosystem, the philosophy and features of Gleam, and how it compares to other languages like Elm. Check out the Gleam Gatherining - 21 February 2026 - Bristol, UK https://gleamgath…

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Putin Says No, Boat Strike in the Caribbean, Trump Berates Europe 55:54

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Join Ivo Daalder in this episode of World Review as he navigates the intricate web of global politics with esteemed journalists Carla Anne Robbins, Steven Erlanger, and Matt Kaminski. Delve into the ongoing Ukraine conflict, where diplomatic efforts seem to stall amidst geopolitical tensions. Explore the controversial U.S. military actions in the C…

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Will Trump's 28-Point Plan End the War in Ukraine? 50:41

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A highly contentious 28-point US peace plan, reportedly drafted by President Trump's Peace Envoy Steve Witkoff and a Russian envoy, was presented to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, aiming to end the war by giving Russia significant concessions while offering Ukraine a security guarantee and the US financial benefits. Immediately following t…

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Welcome to the World Review — From Our New Home at the Belfer Center 1:46

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Ivo Daalder announces World Review's new home at Harvard Kennedy School’s Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs. Every Friday, Ivo and leading journalists and analysts cut through the noise to explain the global stories shaping our world — clearly, honestly, and without jargon. If you’re looking for sharper insight and deeper context,…

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World Review Live: Conflict in Africa; the Far Right in Europe 31:11

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Thank you Brenda Elthon, Jay Lapidus, Richard Burger, Monte McMurchy, Richard McFarlane, and many others for tuning into my live video with Anna Sauerbrey and Bobby Ghosh! Join me for my next World Review on Friday, November 14, in the app. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe…

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World Review Live: Trump visits Asia, meets Xi 32:27

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Thank you Brenda Elthon, Jay Lapidus, Thomas Wright, [email protected], Paul k, and many others for tuning into my live video with Gideon Rachman and Ken Moriyasu! Join me for my next live video in the app. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribeBy Ivo Daalder, Ken Moriyasu, and Gideon Rachman

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Episode 96: Take the Elixir Survey and Other Topics with Lars Wikman and Michał Buszkiewicz of Curiosum 58:29

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This episode of Beam Radio features a conversation between Lars Wikman and Michał Buszkiewicz, discussing the adoption and impact of the Elixir programming language. They explore the Elixir Hub initiative, Elixir survey results, and the language's role in the tech community. Take the Survey: https://elixir-survey.typeform.com/2025-edition Curiosum:…

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World Review Live—Trump-Xi to Meet; US Sanctions Russia 31:10

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I was thrilled to be joined by Jane Perlez, host of the Face-Off podcast on US-China relations and long-time reporter of the New York Times, and Anton LaGuardia, diplomatic editor of The Economist. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribeBy and Jane Perlez, Anton La Guardia, Ivo Daalder

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WORLD REVIEW LIVE: Missiles for Ukraine? French Government survives no-confidence vote, with Karen DeYoung and Steven Erlanger 32:35

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Thank you Elise Labott, Brenda Elthon, Peter Sukowski, Bob Fleischman, [email protected], and many others for tuning into my live video with Steven Erlanger and Karen DeYoung! Join me for my next live video in the app. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe…

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Episode 95: Erik Stenman and The BEAM Book 55:12

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Erik Stenman joins the BeamRadio pod to discuss The BEAM Book (you can read it for free!). Erik started programming in 1980 and has a rich history in tech and shares his journey with the BEAM. Follow Erik: @erik_stenman and @HappiHacking on X.com https://www.happihacking.com/ https://stenmans.org/happi_blog/ We want to connect with you! Twitter: @B…

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Enter the Elixirverse: Season 14 Wrap-Up 33:34

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Today, the Elixir Wizards wrap up Season 14 “Enter the Elixirverse.” Dan, Charles, and Sundi look back at some common themes: Elixir plays well with others, bridges easily to access languages and tools, and remains a powerful technology for data flow, concurrency, and developer experience. We revisit the popular topics of the year, from types and t…

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Kevin O'Leary aka Mr. Wonderful & Pierre Halimi Lacharlotte - Collecting F.P. Journe | Part 2 24:09

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Today I am sitting down with Kevin O'Leary aka Mr. Wonderful and Pierre Halimi Lacharlotte from F.P. Journe to dive into each of their personal Journe collections and to discuss what it's like to collect within one of the most sought after names in watchmaking. Follow Cameron Here: Cameron Steiner - https://www.instagram.com/cameronrosssteiner Coll…

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Elixir DevOps & Interoperability with Dan Ivovich and Charles Suggs 47:12

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In this episode of Elixir Wizards, host Sundi Myint chats with SmartLogic engineers and fellow Wizards Dan Ivovich and Charles Suggs about the practical tooling that surrounds Elixir in a consultancy setting. We dig into how standardized dev environments, sensible scaffolding, and clear observability help teams ship quickly across many client proje…

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Kevin O'Leary aka Mr. Wonderful & Pierre Halimi Lacharlotte - Collecting F.P. Journe | Part 1 1:00:48

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Today I am sitting down with Kevin O'Leary aka Mr. Wonderful and Pierre Halimi Lacharlotte from F.P. Journe to discuss what it's like to collect within one of the most sought after names in watchmaking. Stay tuned for Part 2! Follow Cameron Here: Cameron Steiner - https://www.instagram.com/cameronrosssteiner Collectors Gene - https://www.collectors…

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Vibe Coding the LoopedIn Crochet App with Kimberly Erni & Pei Pei Wang 39:44

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Today, co-founders Kimberly Erni and Pei Pei Wang join the Elixir Wizards to discuss their crochet app, LoopedIn. Recognizing a gap in the market for a more user-friendly and interactive crochet pattern experience, they're building an app that makes following patterns easier and more enjoyable for crocheters of all skill levels. They're building fe…

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Python in Elixir Apps with Victor Björklund 35:02

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In this episode, Elixir Wizard Charles Suggs sits down with Victor Björklund to map out the landscape of Python integration in Elixir applications. From HTTP APIs and external services to embedded runtimes like ErlPort, PythonX, and the Venomous library, we evaluate each approach’s impact on performance, coupling, and developer experience. Victor d…

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Chelsea Nassib - Founder, Tappan 38:41

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Today’s guest saw something in the art world that many sensed—but few dared to challenge. Chelsea Nassib, founder of Tappan, is my guest today, and after graduating with a degree in painting, Chelsea stepped beyond the traditional gallery system to create Tappan—a platform designed to connect emerging artists with collectors around the world. What …

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Explorer: Data Frames in Elixir with Chris Grainger 42:55

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In this episode of Elixir Wizards, Charles Suggs sits down with Chris Grainger, co-founder and CTO of Amplified and creator of the Explorer library. Chris explains how Explorer brings the familiar data-frame workflows of R’s dplyr and Python’s pandas into the Elixir world. We explore (pun intended!) how Explorer integrates with Ecto, Nx, and LiveVi…

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Episode 94: Mike Hostetler and Jido: The Future of Elixir Agents 57:10

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In this episode Mike Hostetler shares his journey into the Elixir ecosystem and the development of Jido, the Elixir autonomous agent framework. Find Mike: https://mike-hostetler.com/ and https://x.com/mikehostetler Learn more about Jido: https://agentjido.xyz/ We want to connect with you! Twitter: @BeamRadio1 Send us your questions via Twitter @Bea…

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Nix for Elixir Apps with Norbert (NobbZ) Melzer 41:15

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In this episode of Elixir Wizards, Dan Ivovich and Charles Suggs sit down with Norbert “NobbZ” Melzer to discuss how Nix enables reproducible builds, consistent development environments, and reliable deployments for Elixir projects. Norbert shares his journey from Ruby to Elixir, contrasts Nix with NixOS, and walks us through flakes, nix-shell work…

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Episode 93: Chris Nelson and a Riveting Convo on Elixir 1:02:47

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In this episode, Lars, Andrew, and Chris discuss various aspects of Elixir development, including the journey of transitioning to Elixir (you'll never guess), the aesthetics of programming languages, and the importance of community engagement through meetups. Keep up with Chris! Twitter: @superchris https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-nelson-038875/ …

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Set Theoretic Types in Elixir with José Valim 45:40

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Elixir creator José Valim returns to the podcast to unpack the latest developments in Elixir’s set-theoretic type system and how it is slotting into existing code without requiring annotations. We discuss familiar compiler warnings, new warnings based on inferred types, a phased rollout in v1.19/v1.20 that preserves backward compatibility, performa…

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Micaela Erlanger - Celebrity Fashion Stylist 44:31

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Today’s guest has shaped some of the most unforgettable silhouettes to grace the red carpet—from Lupita Nyong’o to Meryl Streep. But behind the Hollywood glamour is a mind wired for history, preservation, and obsession. Micaela Erlanger is not just a celebrity stylist—she’s a fashion historian and a true collector at heart. Her eye goes beyond surf…

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SDUI at Scale: GraphQL & Elixir at Cars.com with Zack Kayser 49:18

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Zack Kayser, Staff Software Engineer at cars.com, joins Elixir Wizards Sundi Myint and Charles Suggs to discuss how Cars.com adopted a server-driven UI (SDUI) architecture powered by Elixir and GraphQL to deliver consistent, updatable interfaces across web, iOS, and Android. We explore why SDUI matters for feature velocity, how a mature design syst…

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Episode 92: German Velasco and the Advantages of Elixir 1:13:59

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In this episode of BeamRadio, hosts Andrew Ek and Alex Koutmos are joined by German Velasco. They chat about the complexities and advantages of using Elixir and Phoenix for software development and explore the onboarding process for developers transitioning from other languages. Get in touch with German: Bluesky: @germsvel.com Twitter: @germsvel ht…

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Rustler: Bridging Elixir and Rust with Sonny Scroggin 48:58

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Rustler Core Team Member Sonny Scroggin joins Elixir Wizards Sundi Myint and Charles Suggs. Rustler serves as a bridge to write Native Implemented Functions (NIFs) in Rust that can be called from Elixir code. This combo leverages Rust's performance and memory safety while maintaining Elixir's fault tolerance and concurrency model, creating a powerf…

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Steven Rodel - Creative Director, Guy Goodfellow 54:12

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Today on Collectors Gene Radio, I’m joined by Steven Rodel—the Creative Director at Guy Goodfellow, a studio shaped by the namesake's singular vision over 25 years. Steven works closely with Guy and that legacy, helping bring to life interiors that thread eras together with grace, intuition, and a rare kind of spatial intelligence. The studio’s wor…

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Nx and Machine Learning in Elixir with Sean Moriarity 44:21

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Today on Elixir Wizards, hosts Sundi Myint and Charles Suggs catch up with Sean Moriarity, co-creator of the Nx project and author of Machine Learning in Elixir. Sean reflects on his transition from the military to a civilian job building large language models (LLMs) for software. He explains how the Elixir ML landscape has evolved since the rise o…

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LangChain: LLM Integration for Elixir Apps with Mark Ericksen 38:18

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Mark Ericksen, creator of the Elixir LangChain framework, joins the Elixir Wizards to talk about LLM integration in Elixir apps. He explains how LangChain abstracts away the quirks of different AI providers (OpenAI, Anthropic’s Claude, Google’s Gemini) so you can work with any LLM in one more consistent API. We dig into core features like conversat…

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Blue Heron: Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) for Elixir & Nerves with Connor Rigby 46:16

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Connor Rigby joins the Elixir Wizards to talk about Blue Heron BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy) support for Elixir apps. Blue Heron implements the BLE specs in pure Elixir, leveraging binary pattern matching and concurrent message processing to handle Bluetooth protocols. Unlike most solutions that require C ports or NIFs, Blue Heron runs entirely in use…

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Episode 91: BeamRadio Talks Igniter with Zach Daniel 53:26

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In this episode of Beam Radio, Andrew Ek and Bruce Tate welcome Zach Daniel to discuss his journey with Elixir, the impact of the Ash framework, and the introduction of Igniter, a code generation and patching tool. We want to connect with you! Twitter: @BeamRadio1 Send us your questions via Twitter @BeamRadio1 #ProcessMailbox Keep up to date with o…

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Gaza Chaos, Rubio’s Rise, Iran Deal or Strike 45:07

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Israel is under fire this week as international frustration mounts over chaotic aid efforts in Gaza and fears of an expanded ground offensive. US Envoy Steve Witkoff’s new ceasefire proposal, however, has sparked cautious hope, with talks ongoing despite setbacks. Meanwhile, the Trump administration is undergoing a shakeup as Marco Rubio consolidat…

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Zigler: Zig NIFs for Elixir with Isaac Yonemoto 43:00

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In the Season 14 premiere, hosts Dan Ivovich and Sundi Myint chat with Isaac Yonemoto, creator of the Zigler library, to explore how Zigler brings Zig’s performance and safety to Elixir through Native Implemented Functions (NIFs). Isaac walks through the core design of Zigler and how it auto-generates the Elixir-to-Zig bridge, enforces type safety,…

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Trump-Putin Call, Taiwan-China Dialogue, Syria Sanctions 42:20

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President Trump’s decision to step back from peace efforts in the Russia-Ukraine war after a call with Russian President Vladimir Putin has rattled NATO allies and raised fears of weakening Western unity. Critics warn the move emboldens Moscow, while Trump touts future trade with Russia. Meanwhile, in Taiwan, President Lai Ching-te marked his first…

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Vincent Brasesco - Vice President & Watch Specialist @ Sotheby's 1:07:17

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Today on Collectors Gene Radio, I welcome Vincent Brasesco, a true connoisseur whose passion for mechanical artistry has taken him from curious teenage collector to Vice President and Watch Specialist at Sotheby’s. Vincent’s journey has traversed the vibrant subcultures of Wall Street wristwear, the pioneering spirit of Analog Shift, the retail sop…

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Trump’s Middle East Tour, Peace Talks in Disarray, Trade War Ceasefire 42:01

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This week, President Trump’s whirlwind tour of the Middle East sees him striking arms deals and declaring an end to nation-building, even as he engages in tense discussions with former jihadist-turned-Syrian leader Ahmed al-Shara. Meanwhile, in Istanbul, Russian and Ukrainian negotiators prepare for the first peace talks in three years — without Pu…

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Bryan Calvero - Founder, Period Correct 1:03:41

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Today’s guest is someone whose eye for design, reverence for history, and devotion to craft have quietly shaped a corner of automotive culture that feels both soulful and sharply considered. My guest today is Bryan Calvero, the founder of Period Correct, a brand that merges motorsport heritage with modern design sensibility—speaking as much to car …

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Putin-Xi Pact, India-Pakistan Crossfire, Netanyahu’s Push 40:18

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This week, Chinese leader Xi Jinping visits Moscow for a Victory Day parade and meetings meant to showcase and strengthen a strategic alliance. Both Xi and Russian President Putin have taken aim at US economic and military policies and are presenting themselves as a counterbalance to Western influence. Meanwhile, India launches airstrikes against P…

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Nina Takesh - Designer & China Collector 49:47

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Today I’m joined by the inimitable Nina Takesh—a creative force whose work spans luxury baby boutiques, house flipping, bespoke interiors, digital media, and now, her own beautifully crafted furniture collection. With a global upbringing rooted in Iranian heritage and Parisian refinement, Nina’s aesthetic is shaped by architecture, elegance, and th…

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100 Days of Unmaking the World America Made 41:55

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This week marks the first 100 days of President Trump’s second term. From dismantling key alliances and trade agreements to sidelining democratic values and global institutions, are Trump's actions rapidly unraveling the post-WWII world order and 80 years of American-led international leadership? What does this mean for US influence, global stabili…

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Ukraine Plan, Kashmir Crisis, Pentagon Chaos 42:44

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This week, after President Trump floated a plan for Ukraine to cede territory to Russia, Moscow launched its deadliest strike on Kyiv since last summer. While the attack drew rare criticism from Trump, the administration has offered Kyiv only vague assurances about the country’s future security under the proposed plan that was presented as an ultim…

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Mary Randolph Carter (Carter) - Author & Creative Director, Ralph Lauren 1:00:32

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Today, I’m thrilled to sit down once again with the legendary Mary Randolph Carter—better known simply as Carter. She’s a long time Creative Director at Ralph Lauren, an author of ten on all things collecting books, and a lifelong champion of the beauty in imperfection. In our last conversation, we explored her passion for what she lovingly calls “…

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Episode 89: BeamRadio talks AtomVM - the Erlang virtual machine for IoT devices 1:02:43

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A fabulous converstation with Davide Bettio and Paul Guyot about AtomVM - the Erlang virtual machine for IoT devices. https://www.atomvm.net/ https://github.com/bettio https://github.com/pguyot We want to connect with you! Twitter: @BeamRadio1 Send us your questions via Twitter @BeamRadio1 #ProcessMailbox Keep up to date with our hosts: Bluesky @ak…

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Episode 90: Josh Price: Ash and the Greater Elixir Community 1:02:29

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In this episode of Beam Radio, hosts Andrew Ek and Lars Wikman welcome Josh Price from Alembic. They discuss the recent AlchemyConf, the value of smaller conferences, and the importance of community in the Elixir ecosystem. Josh shares insights on how Ash simplifies the process of building applications, integrates with AI, and future-proofs project…

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Easing Chinese Tariffs, Defying Judicial Orders, Wobbling German Government 43:54

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This week, the Trump administration quietly eased tariffs on a wide range of Chinese goods, a move critics say exposes weakness in the US trade war stance. Meanwhile, President Trump has refused to secure the return of Kilmar Ábrego García, who was unlawfully deported to a prison in El Salvador, escalating showdown between the president and the jud…

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US-China Trade War, Tariff Whiplash, Iran Talks 42:07

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A dramatic escalation in the US-China trade war sent markets reeling this week and raised fears of a prolonged economic standoff between the world’s two largest economies. Both sides seem to be playing a game of chicken, unveiling new rounds of retaliatory tariffs almost daily. And American businesses and consumers, as well as American allies and t…

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Barry Bordelon & Jordan Slocum - The Brownstone Boys 58:20

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Today I’m joined by the dynamic duo behind The Brownstone Boys—Barry Bordelon and Jordan Slocum. Known for their thoughtful restorations and their deep respect for architectural heritage, Barry and Jordan have built a design practice rooted in restoration, storytelling, and heart. What began with the renovation of their own Brooklyn brownstone spar…

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Liberation Day Tariffs, Hegseth’s Asia Tour, and Le Pen Conviction Fallout 42:44

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President Trump’s “Liberation Day” tariffs announcement on Thursday sent shockwaves through global markets and sparked promises of retaliation from both adversaries and allies. And earlier this week, US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s visit to Asia signaled a shift in US military strategy, with key meetings in Japan and the Philippines that could …

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Signalgate Blows Up, Turkey in Crisis, Vance Visits Greenland 40:56

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This week, news that top Trump administration officials discussed operational details of a US attack on the Houthis in an unsecure Signal group chat raised profound questions about the administration’s security procedures, as well as demonstrating what those officials really think about Europe. Meanwhile, the arrest of Ekrem Imamoglu, mayor of Ista…