Want to start speaking Ukrainian right away, or prepare yourself for meeting Ukrainians? Then check out this series of 60 conversational mini-lessons ― packed with realistic dialogues at a natural and slow speed, essential phrases for the most common situations, vocabulary boosters, grammar points… and more! All lessons are free, but you can get lesson notes and flashcards by becoming a premium member. Find out more at https://www.ukrainianlessons.com/fmu.
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Learn Ukrainian easily by listening to interesting stories. Welcome language enthusiasts to my podcast. Don't worry if you never learned Ukrainian before. You will understand me if you speak another Slavic language. Contact me at Instagram @slowukrainian
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If you're trying to think your way into learning Ukrainian, you're doing it wrong. Learn Ukrainian like you did English: by hearing a huge amount of it. (With at least a vague idea of what it means!) Thousands of Ukrainian Phrases, along with the English translations, presented directly to your brain: from practical to philosophical to flirting. Just phrases, no filler! Go way beyond the Ukrainian language basics to not just communicate, but actually become an interesting person in Ukrainian ...
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Learn Ukrainian at any level — from absolute beginner to advanced — with this structured and engaging Ukrainian language podcast course! 💙💛 All podcast lessons are free. Want more? Get lesson notes, flashcards, and bonuses with our ⭐ premium membership at ukrainianlessons.com. There’s a season for every level: 🎧 Season 1 – Absolute beginner: basics, pronunciation, and everyday Ukrainian 🎧 Season 2 – Elementary to intermediate: real-life situations with focus on cases + Ukrainian History in s ...
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“Chervona Kalyna” is the first Ukrainian show in the Ukrainian language in Luxembourg. It is devoted to the Ukrainian culture and music, also it is for interviewing people who are related to the Ukrainian community in Luxembourg as well. It is to be aired twice a month on Mondays, at 13:10, after Local & International News in the Ukrainian language. The show is running for an hour. The host of the show is Iryna Skrypak, who started on the 21st of March, 2022. Listen to the show to learn the ...
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Stephan Piscano founder of The Real Estate Networking Group the largest real estate group online interviews experts in real estate, finance, sports, motivation and more as we use common sense concepts to give investors insights on financial markets and have a lot of fun talking sports, politics and business motivation as well!
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Get caught up on the week without ruining your weekend. Host Brent Bambury delivers an energetic mix of must-hear stories carefully chosen to keep you in the loop and keep you guessing. Ready when you are on Saturday mornings. And heads up — there will be a quiz.
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The Why Distance Learning? Podcast explores the transformative power of live virtual learning and its role in shaping the future of education. Hosted by three seasoned distance learning experts, this podcast delivers insights, promising practices, and inspiration for educators, content providers, and education leaders integrating live virtual experiences into teaching and learning. Each episode features interviews with content creators, industry professionals, field experts, and innovative e ...
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A podcast by UkraineWorld.org, a multimedia project about Ukraine run by Internews Ukraine. Explaining Ukraine, its politics, society and its culture. Support us: patreon.com/ukraineworld
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A show about the technology, strategy, media and business trends defining the future of national security.
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Welcome to The Peeragogy in Action podcast, your no-longer-missing guide to peer learning and peer production! This podcast of the Peeragogy Project (peeragogy.org) provides an interactive space where our audience and active participants can explore and present the philosophies, concepts, tools, and practical applications of non-hierarchical learning and production from colleagues and peers in all walks of life. Produced collaboratively under a CC0 license. Live-streamed via video to YouTube ...
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This podcast aims to give voices to teenagers from conflict zones. Join a Ukrainian fourteen-year-old, Sofiia Yakymenko, as she speaks weekly to teens from conflict zones all over the world about events that divided their lives in Before and After. Are you a teenager from a conflict zone, now living in your home country or abroad and want to be interviewed for the Over the Globe podcast? Contact us at: [email protected] Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/overtheglo ...
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Discover the magic of pysanky Ukrainian Easter eggs made the traditional way with beeswax and dyes. Each Saturday, join pysanka expert Joan Brander, a Canadian artist, author, instructor and lecturer as she shares her cultural knowledge and experience developed over the decades. Hear about the history and learn the technique of these beautiful decorated eggs. Whether you’re a beginner or have a seasoned passion for pysanky, this podcast is for you.
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Follow the Leader features dynamic women entrepreneurs and their journeys to becoming a success in business. It's an inspirational space for entrepreneurs, future entrepreneurs, and thought leaders as they share their keys to success. Chanel Christoff Davis is the CEO and founding partner of the largest woman and minority owned sales tax advisory practice in the country, Davis Davis & Harmon LLC. Learn more about Chanel Christoff Davis at www.ddhtax.com or on social media @SalesTaxHelp
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#Us is a storytelling podcast from First Person Arts in Philly. We believe that everyone has a story to tell and that sharing our stories can change lives. The #Us podcast celebrates the power of personal storytelling. Our podcasts feature new stories from around the Philadelphia region and the world, pulled from our events archive, and told by people just like you. Hear hilarious and heartwarming stories where Philly gets real and unfiltered. Visit firstpersonarts.org to learn about our eve ...
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The host Jack Gutmann Interviews people who know a little about a lot! This show dives deep into the world of tech artists, VFX wizards, environment designers, and creatives of all kinds. Hosted by Jack, also known as "Jack the Generalist" on Twitch
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Explore the cultural and psychological phenomenon of language and learning - how Irish has faded from our tongues but we're ready to gobble it back up. The word "gobble" comes from Irish! Let's talk to fresh talent bringing Irishness to a new level - musicians, historians, linguists, spiritual teachers, artists, activists and thinkers. There'll be a cúpla focal. There'll be wisdom and storytelling, a few life lessons and a few Irish lessons. Éist linn!
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Home of the Global Guessing Weekly Podcast (GGWP) and The Right Side of Maybe. GGWP is a weekly podcast about geopolitics and the science of forecasting hosted by the co-founders of globalguessing.com, Clay Graubard and Andrew Eaddy. Andrew and Clay also host the guest-focused, The Right Side of Maybe: A new podcast where we learn from and about elite forecasters.
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Bilingual Kids Rock Podcast: Raising Multilingual Children, Multicultural Living, Growing Up With Multiple Languages.
Olena Centeno: Mother of 3 Bilingual Children, Ukrainian Living in USA, Multicultural Blogger
Bilingual Kids Rock Podcast is your place to connect with multilingual families, language experts, and passionate authors from around the world. We share actionable tips and motivational stories. Learn from our experiences so your journey raising multilingual children is enjoyable, manageable, and successful.
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Learn about U.S. Exporting Trends and Regulation Changes that impact the U.S. Commercial Manufacturing Industry as well as the Defense Industrial Base. ITAR & EAR changes as well as Periodic Interviews with People of Industry. Hosted by Nicolette Reed
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The War in Ukraine has already claimed tens of thousands of lives and left entire cities in ruins. It’s a human tragedy on an unimaginable scale. But beyond the death toll and destruction, the conflict represents something even larger: a flashpoint in the ongoing battle between democracy and authoritarianism, sovereignty and imperialism. Escalation is a gripping narrative podcast that delves deep into the complex and often fraught history of the relationship between the United States and Ukr ...
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Bringing the party with out partisanship, Nathan Kiker, Patrick Zinck, & George Bogden, along with a star-studded guest lineup, analyze the political world. Listen in to hear from politicians, pundits, pollsters, and other masters of the dark arts to learn what really drives electoral success and failure.
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Wiredly Inspired is co-hosted by Steve Bliznicenko and Taylor Pasichnyk. Together we dive deep into our own self-discovery and aspirations while being focused on bringing valuable content to those with an open mind and undeniable ambition to be greater than average. If you are still trying to pronounce our last names it's because we are two contagious Canadians with a Ukrainian heritage, and yes....we do like perogies. Through a wide range of topics together or with guests, almost nothing is ...
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Petri follows his curiosity and shares his talks with people building the future. The show explores personal discoveries and experiences with lessons learned. The real-talk conversations go deep where the purpose is always to learn more and share the know-how with others. Visit https://talkswithpetri.com for episode notes.
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John Sweeney is trouble. He's taken on Vladimir Putin, challenged Donald Trump, and after months of uncovering hard truths in Ukraine, this old-school reporter is back. John is never silent about what he’s experienced. Sweeney talks, and in this podcast, so do his guests. John speaks to people like him, who are not prepared to be part of the silent majority. They have put their livelihoods and personal reputations on the line to challenge those who run our governments, lead our industries, c ...
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Based in Washington State, Bung Pod is a wine podcast fusing comedic and unfiltered, unapologetic conversation with the passion of wine and unruly hot takes. Hosted by Ian King and Jas Shattuck with interviews by special guests within the wine community. Whether you are ready to learn something new about wine and grow your knowledge, or you are just here to have a good time, this podcast is for you!
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Electricity. Finance. Transportation. Our water supply. In Hack the Plant, podcast host Bryson Bort looks for answers to the question: Does connecting these systems, and others, to the internet leaves us more vulnerable to attacks by our enemies? We often take these critical infrastructure systems for granted, but they’re all becoming increasingly dependent on the internet to function. From the ransomware threats of Colonial Pipeline to the failure of the Texas power grid, it is clear our in ...
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Jessica Houston is an award winning, Johns Hopkins-trained nutritionist, creator of EatClean30 and founder of Vitamin & Me. She is deconstructing the health space and bringing you access and clear guidance straight from the world's leading experts on strategies to increase healthspan, mental and physical wellbeing through a deeper understanding of nutrition, fitness and wellness. On this podcast, we take you behind the scenes with top global health leaders so you can learn what proper nutrit ...
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Welcome! I’m Conor Clyne and I help high level men live the dream in New Europe for 3-12 months per year by making more money, living healthier and achieving abundance in relationships. Once a lawyer and now a full-time YouTuber living in New Europe, my passion for the local languages, avoiding tourist traps, partying hard, dating beautiful women and meeting cool interesting guys has brought me an enriching plethora of unforgettable experiences. Follow my journey here and on my YouTube chann ...
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Thanks, I quit features Swiss finance professionals who had an interesting career change. Hosted by Citywire Switzerland reporter Fergus Horsfall, the first series includes star names who left Switzerland’s financial heavyweights and those who took unconventional routes to the top. From bitcoin bosses to Iraq fund impresarios and sustainability pioneers, make sure you tune in every second Wednesday to learn from the most fascinating figures in the industry.
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Wine Guide with Cork & Fizz - Wine education for beginners and enthusiasts
Hailey Bohlman | Wine Educator
Interested in learning about wine, but not sure where to start? You’re in the right place! Here at the Cork & Fizz Guide to Wine, you’ll have the opportunity to dive into the world of wine in a fun and approachable way. Hi! I'm Hailey, wine enthusiast turned wine educator and founder of Cork & Fizz. I’m here to answer all your wine questions, anything from “what the heck is an orange wine?” to “is natural wine really better for me?” I’ll also cover topics such as wine tasting, pairing food a ...
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In this space, we’ll be sharing real, raw and unedited stories about all things motherhood in the early years, from listeners like you. Hosted by Jamie Evans, a mom to 4 and 7-year old boys, the show is a place for moms to connect with each other through shared experiences and storytelling. From the moments that feel incredibly hard, to the moments that make you belly laugh, no story is off limits. From pregnancy, loss, birth, breastfeeding, twins, tantrums, sleeping issues, celebrations, ni ...
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Lighting a Fire! All things Teaching and Learning with the Teaching Council
The Teaching Council - An Chomhairle Mhúinteoireachta
This podcast is designed to stimulate conversations, share information, and connect with teachers and stakeholders in the education community. Each episode will focus on contemporary areas of education, and guests will be invited to share their experiences in a reflective way.
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Slavstvuyte is a podcast dedicated to exploring the fascinating world of Slavic languages. Join me as we delve into the rich history, vibrant cultures, and diverse communities that make up the Slavic-speaking world. From Russian to Czech, Polish to Ukrainian, and everything in between, I will take you on a journey through the sounds, structures, and quirks that make Slavic languages unique. Each episode, your host, along with a variety of experts, will explore a different aspect of Slavic la ...
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Host Jackie Tantillo is proud to announce that "Should Have Listened To My Mother " has won a 2024 People's Choice Podcast Award for best podcast in the Society and Culture Category. SHLTMM is also a 2024 Nominee in two additional categories including, "Best Female" Hosted Podcast & "Best Podcast" in the Kids and Family category. SHLTMM is an ongoing conversation about mothers/female role models and the role they play/played in ones life. The mother/son, mother/daughter bond is unique for ea ...
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In this Podcast Series of Conscious Citizens, we will learn about the concerning matter of Climate Change. Humanity faces the greatest threat from climate change, and it is important to address this issue as a matter of major concern. We will go through the impact of climate change on Humankind, the solutions that will define our fate, and the technological innovations that can help.
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The Caring and Funding Podcast powered by CAF America celebrates philanthropy, donors, and charities working together around the globe making our world a better place for everyone.
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Entrepreneur Inspiring Stories to Help Motivate, Build, & Grow Your Successful Business with a Master Class from Entrepreneurial Thought Leaders that tell it How It Is... Millionaire Interviews is actionable advice for the (future & present) Entrepreneur, Thought Leaders, Solopreneur, Youpreneur, and Small Business Owner. The host interviews Business Founders in the Product, Service, Real Estate, and Tech industries so they can teach you from their experience. Connect with other Listeners @ ...
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Hey, I've got some questions for you. Are you done living in an overcrowded city where housing is unaffordable, commutes are too long, and your quality of life is not quite what you expected it to be? Are you thinking of relocating or even emigrating to get away from it all? If you said yes, look no further, my friend. You have found the podcast where you will learn about affordable communities that hosts a quality of life that is second to none. Join me as I speak to people from across the ...
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Julian Bragagna – Technical Artist: On Procedural Modeling in Houdini. Struggles, and Perfectionism
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1:01:25I sat down with Julian Bragagna a technical artist at Cloud Imperium Games (yep, Star Citizen). Julian spills the beans, shares war stories from projects like Skylark, and drops truth bombs about ego, communication, and why conferences are career rocket fuel. Trust me, you wanna hear this. Project Skylark Credits: Simon Verstraete - Project Lead, B…
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Panelists: Derek M. Tournear, Ph.D., Director, Space Development Agency; Bill Vass, CTO, Booz Allen; And Frank Konkel, Editor-in-Chief, Government Executive. View more of this year's Tech Summit discussions on YouTube here.
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13 Unique Wines to Sip All Summer: Beyond Rosé & Sauvignon Blanc
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31:56Ep 113 When you think about summer wine, is it all about Rosé and Sauvignon Blanc? Think again! In this week’s episode, we are going beyond those two standbys and digging into some more unique and refreshing options. Today, I’m sharing 13 unique wines that are perfect for those warm summer nights and they might just become your new favorites! We’ll…
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His callsign is Caesar, he’s British, and he fights for Ukraine
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35:10There are foreigners fighting for Ukraine in this war — but their numbers are small.They are not sent by their governments; they come as volunteers, driven by a personal sense of justice and a desire to help.One of them is a British man with the callsign Caesar.He serves in Ukraine's International Legion, fighting not only for Ukraine but for the v…
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Maïa Desfour – Lead Environment Artist: On being a lead, and job Interviews – The Generalists
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58:16Hey friends, this one turned out amazing! I sat down with the amazing Maïa Desfour, Lead Environment Artist. We talk about the real side of game art learning the craft, finding your own style, dealing with burnout, and surviving this industry as a kind and creative human. This one’s packed with wisdom, laughs, and real talk. You’ll feel it. :D Link…
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Diana & Ben: On Breaking into Real-Time VFX, Learning vs Talent, and Thriving in Creative Careers
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54:36I sat down with Diana and Ben to talk all things real-time VFX, from getting started with different backgrounds, Ben with a civil engineer, and Diana with a more traditional art approach. I really hope you enjoy this one too! Links - Diana Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/dianasimonyan.bsky.social LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dianasimonya…
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She Demands a lot From Those Closest To Her with Guest Career Coach And Counselor Sophee Payne. Looking Back at S3E13
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27:40Deborah, Sophee's mother, "is in her own world and she's happy there and I come in and out of that world and that's ok," continues Payne who's never felt that she's had to live near to her parents. Payne is comfortable saying, "I care for them deeply, I just feel that closeness to them is not a priority." A Florida native, now living in Vancouver, …
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In this episode I am joined by Olena from Odesa, who answers some of the most powerful questions we’ve ever asked: What does home smell like in a city under attack? How do you survive the fear of bombs and blackouts? What would you ask your future self in ten years? Olena also shares how journalism became her passion—and her way of making sense of …
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Episode 32: Daragh Fleming is a poet, writer, and mental health advocate from Cork, Ireland. With a background in psychology and linguistics, his work explores themes of identity, vulnerability, and resilience. He has published multiple poetry collections—including Notes For A Mid-Youth Crisis and Enigmatic—alongside fiction and non-fiction titles …
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A shocking arrest in Quebec sounds the alarm about extremism in the Canadian military
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54:09PLUS: The return of BTS; a musical about Luigi Mangione, the man accused of killing a health insurance CEO; the Jurassic Park scripts that never made it to the big screen; Bill 'Spaceman' Lee; and Riffed from the Headlines, our weekly musical news quiz.
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Speakers: Christian Brose, President and Chief Strategy Officer, Anduril Industries; And Patrick Tucker, Defense One’s science and technology editor. View more of this year's Tech Summit discussions (registration required) here.
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Propaganda: shaping narratives in times of war. A public discussion at CEU, Vienna
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1:57:48Propaganda has long been a powerful tool for shaping public opinion, influencing international discourse, and justifying military actions. In Russia’s war against Ukraine, propaganda has been a central instrument for creating narratives that legitimize aggression, undermine democracy, and manipulate perceptions both domestically and internationally…
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The Truth About the Wine Additives in Your Glass
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30:10There is a lot more in your wine glass than you’ve been led to believe, and most of it never makes it onto the label! From sulfites and oak chips to egg whites, fish bladders and even additives that require hazmat suits to handle, in the episode, I’m sharing what’s actually in your wine glass and why it matters. We’ll dig into the difference betwee…
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Nicholas Silveira - Technical Art Director: On Pay Cuts. Layoffs and Hope - The Generalists Podcast
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47:49Hey fellow Generalists! I am super excited to share this one. I brought back Nicholas Silveria for a second round, and honestly, this chat turned into a masterpiece! I hope you all will enjoy it! Links: - Nicholas on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholassilveira/ Timestamps: 0:00 Intro & catching up 1:20 The real-time VFX community 3:00 Ho…
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Nobel-Winning Economist Joseph Stiglitz on the Failures of Neoliberalism and Sanctions Against Russia
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31:26Joseph Stiglitz is a world-renowned economist and thinker who was awarded the Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences in 2001. I met him in Tbilisi, the capital of Georgia, in June 2025 during the inspiring Zeg Festival in which we both participated. In this podcast episode, we spoke about his latest book, "The Road to Freedom", published last year, and a…
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#61 CTE Thrives Online: High STEP's Amanda Bell Shows Us How
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30:28Can hands-on career training truly happen online? Skeptics argue that virtual education falls short when it comes to preparing students for high-touch, high-stakes professions—especially in healthcare. Amanda Bell, a visionary CTE leader and creator of High STEP Virtual Academy, proves otherwise. In this episode, Amanda shares how she’s revolutioni…
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Can opening your door change a life? The power of private refugee sponsorship
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56:23Have you ever thought about moving to a different country but wondered what challenges you might face? And what happens when strangers decide to sponsor refugees, not just with money, but with their time, energy, and hearts? In this episode of Over the Globe, I’m joined by Robert Falconer, a Doctoral Fellow at the London School of Economics whose r…
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REWIND: The Change-Maker, Beverly E. Smith, President and CEO of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
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45:47From a young age, Beverly E. Smith has been a trailblazer. Integrating her grade school to now the national President and CEO of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. - one of the nation’s largest minority female-owned and operated public service non-profits - Smith has spent lifetime breaking boundaries and opening up education and the economy to other…
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How Drones Are Dramatically Changing the War – with Nataliya Gumenyuk
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53:03This is a new kind of war. Drones have fundamentally changed its nature—and continue to do so every day. The threats now come from above, not just ahead. If you’re wounded, medics may not reach you quickly because of the drone threat. Dugouts should be less massive—and more concealed.And the drones themselves are diverse: small and large, for obser…
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Aid sites in Gaza 'the antithesis of humanitarianism' says Israeli researcher
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54:03PLUS: People looking for that perfect match are leaning on AI to pick and win over a partner; a new dystopian film about a mixed Black-Indigenous family fighting to protect their land in a post-apocalyptic Canada; high-hopes for a new dictionary of Canadian English; and, TV show Small Achievable Goals gives voice to menopausal women.…
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From Aviation Engineer to Senior Ukrainian Technical Artist – Viacheslav’s Journey
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1:24:06In this episode of The Generalists Podcast, I sit down with Viacheslav Makhynko, Senior Technical Artist and creator of courses on Tech-Art. If you’re curious about the real work of a technical artist and how to start your own path, this episode is for you. Links & Resources: - Road to Tech Art Course: https://www.reddit.com/r/TechnicalArtist/comme…
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FLASHBACK EPISODE: 11 Years Later To The Day, What's Been Learned & What Remains The Same
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40:48Send us a text Marking the one-year anniversary of the Stephan Piscano podcast, this reflective episode explains how a family visit to Florida in June 2024 ultimately led to the launch of this show and our other podcasts on YouTube as well. What began as casual YouTube viewing while spending time with a newborn nephew evolved into a realization: au…
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Look at Georgia to Better Understand Ukraine and Russia – with Tornike Gordadze
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41:54Why is Georgia drifting toward authoritarianism? Why is its current government aligning more closely with Russia and blaming its predecessors for Russia’s 2008 invasion of Georgia? How are the histories of Ukraine and Georgia deeply intertwined—and why are these two countries key to understanding Eastern Europe?My name is Volodymyr Yermolenko. I am…
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Tech Summit talks: Golden Dome, hypersonics and missile defense
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41:01Panelists: Air Force Maj. Gen. Mark Piper, Deputy Director of Operations at North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD); Masao Dahlgren, fellow at the Center for Strategic and International Studies’ Missile Defense Project; Doug Loverro, president of Loverro Consulting; And Patrick Tucker, Defense One’s science and technology editor. View any …
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EP-24: From 3D to an Indie Games Studio - Regina’s Journey to Dungeons of Hinterberg
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53:42In this episode of The Generalists Podcast, I sit down with Regina Reisinger, 3D Artist, Art Director, and Co-Founder of Microbird Games. Regina shares her path from studying graphic design to leading the indie hit Dungeons of Hinterberg. We cover: - Building an indie studio during the pandemic - Lessons learned about scope, burnout, and growing a …
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Wine Taxes & Their Impact on the American Wine Industry w/ Erik Segelbaum (Part 2)
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41:42Ep 111 Why are wine tariffs making your favorite bottles of wine more expensive? Do these wine tariffs hurt American businesses and consumers more than our foreign counterparts? Do the words “wine tariffs” make your eyes glaze over or do you low-key panic because you’re not even sure what a wine tariff is? In today’s episode, I have Erik Segelbaum …
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Proud And Passionate About Her Nursing Profession With Guest Chef Dennis Littley. Looking Back at S3E17
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33:18Eunice was a confident hard working woman, that loved God, her country and her family. She was proud of her accomplishments and rightfully so. Chef Dennis is a successful classically trained chef, now retired and a very popular travel and food blogger. He prefers to cook for others rather than cook a meal for himself. His grandmother taught him a l…
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Imagine you're a teenager living near the DniproHES in Zaporizhzhia when a bombing hits. You run to safety—but your biggest worry is the dog you had to leave behind. In this episode, I speak with Sofiia Popsuieva who shares what it was like to grow up under threat, and her passion for writing, especially scriptwriting. She also tells us about “Myst…
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EP-23: Real-Time VFX & ADHD – Joppe on His Journey as VFX Artist in Games
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51:10Today I’m joined by Joppe, a VFX and technical artist. He shares how ADHD shaped his journey into VFX and why blending art and programming is the future of game development. Links: - Joppe on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joppemin/ - Mad VFX: https://www.mad-vfx.com/ - Mad VFX 20% OFF: https://courses.mad-vfx.com/?ref=c2474d 🚨 Code: Jack20 …
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EP-22: Shaders, SpookiCG & Survival – Zoë Klein on VR Real-time VFX and Building Your Own Outsource Studio
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50:54Welcome to The Generalists Podcast! Today I’m joined by Zoë Klein, Lead Technical & VFX Artist. Co‑founder of SpookiCG, who shares her journey through VR, technical art, and creating healthier workplaces in gaming. Zoë on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zoeklein-spookicg/ SpookiCG Studio: https://spookicg.com/ Timestamps: 00:00 Intro & VR beg…
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EP-23: Shaders, Scripts & Speaking Up – Aleksandra on Tech Art, Games & Bravery
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42:07Today I’m joined by Aleksandra Rutkowska, Senior Technical Artist at Twin Harbor. Alexandra bridges art, code, and performance, specializing in shaders, VFX, and UI. Links: - Ben Cloward’s Shader Tutorials: https://www.youtube.com/@BenCloward @BenCloward - Real-Time Rendering (Book): https://www.realtimerendering.com/ - Applied Mathematics for 3D G…
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EP-21: Lights, Mood, Immersion! Maria Yue on Crafting Emotion Through Game Lighting
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51:26What if lighting could tell stories, guide players, and even reflect your deepest experiences? In this episode, we talk with Maria Yue a Principal Lighting Artist, BAFTA member, and creative force behind the lighting in games like Far Cry 4, Gears 5, and many more. Maria’s journey started in photography and stage design, far from the world of games…
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EP-20: From 3D Animations to Real-time VFX – Coralline Charrier’
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56:01Today’s guest is Coralline Charrier, a real-time VFX artist who transitioned from 3D animation to VFX in games. We cover the REAL journey of breaking into VFX as someone mid-career, the mental load, teaching yourself efficiently, and learning how to learn. Links & Resources mentioned - Coralline on Artstation: https://www.artstation.com/coralline_c…
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EP-19: Real-Time VFX & Technical Art – Michał Pakovski Tells All
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58:44In this episode of The Generalists, I sit down with Michał Potakowski (aka Manus) a senior real-time VFX artist who's worked on The Witcher: Monster Slayer, Immortal: Gates of Pyre, and more. He is part of FX Chamber and also works with Mad VFX. Links: Michał on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/micha%C5%82-potakowski-49bb35166/ Michał’s Portfo…
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EP-18: VFX, Houdini & Unstoppable ADHD – Rez - Voxyde
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59:23In this episode, I sit down with Razvan Ciobanu, aka Rez, founder of @voxyde , a leading platform teaching stylized VFX using Houdini and Nuke. Links: - VOXYDE: https://voxyde.teachable.com/a/aff_fj9p6mg4/external?affcode=2090249_b6u56ogs 🚨Use VX20JACK for 20% off!🚨 - Razvan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/razvan-ciobanu-6b0724174/ - Jack:…
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EP-17: From War to Education to Real-time VFX– Mustafa Al-Obaidi’s - Mad VFX
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1:00:05In this episode, I sit down with Mustafa Al-Aobaidi, VFX Artist founder of Mad VFX @mad-vfx the learning platform focused on realistic VFX for games. Mustafa shares his full journey: from Iraq to Syria and then to the US, all the way to real-time VFX, and building a platform to teach production-ready VFX to the next generation of artists. Links: - …
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EP-16: VFX, Coding & Chaos – Quynh Ton’s Wholesome Journey from Debugs to Heart FX
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55:17Quynh shares her journey from coding to VFX artistry, working on titles like Hamster Hustle. Links: - VFX Apprentice: https://www.vfxapprentice.com/a/39323/54Tqp7Ae - Quynh Ton on Artstation: https://www.artstation.com/quynhton - Quynh Ton on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/quynh-n-ton/ - Hamster Hustle on Steam: https://store.steampowered.co…
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EP-15: Particle Power & Real-time VFX Wisdom – Robin Wouters on Building VFX That Actually Matter
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51:13In this episode, I sit down with Robin Wouters, also known as VFX-Labs, a freelance real-time VFX artist with over 13 years of industry experience, including time at Guerrilla Games (Killzone, Horizon). We go deep into his journey: From starting in concept art and illustration to finding his true creative calling in real-time VFX. Links: - Robin on…
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EP-14: Freelance, Real-Time VFX– Marijn Tollenaar’s Recipe for VFX Greatness
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1:07:35What happens when a 3D generalist discovers the magic of VFX and decides to go freelance? In this episode, we delve into the journey of Marijn Tollenaar, a freelance visual effects artist known for his work on games like Fablecraft, From Space, and Devil Jam. Starting as a Generalist Artist, Marijn transitioned into VFX, seeking creative freedom an…
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How the Israel-Iran war has changed geopolitical dynamics in the region
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54:08PLUS: Why some people just have it — the role of charisma in politics; we delve into a new star-studded, post-apocalyptic video game and examine whether a Hollywood reimagining of Formula One racing hits the mark; get ready for a stack of summer book recommendations for you to dive into on your next day off; and Riffed from the Headlines, our weekl…
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EP-13: From Offline to On Fire – Crisley’s VFX Journey from Brazil’s North to Global Video Games
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58:25In this episode, I talk with Crisley a Brazilian real-time VFX artist whose story starts far from the tech hubs, deep in the north of Brazil, where internet was a luxury and game development felt out of reach. What followed was a self-made path: from studying design and learning Unity alone, to landing VFX jobs, moving across cities, facing instabi…
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EP-12: From Books to VFX – Anna's Leap into Real-Time VFX Magic
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54:49I sat down with Anna Mauro, a Brazilian real-time VFX artist who made a fearless jump from publishing into the world of real-time VFX at the age of 30, with no formal art background. Just drive, curiosity, and a love for building stories through movement and light. Links: - Anna Mauro's Artstation: https://www.artstation.com/anacjmauro/albums/85067…
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EP-11: Muscles simulations– Inside the Wild World of CFX with Jarrod
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1:01:56In this episode we have a concise dive into the evolving role of Creature Effects (CFX) in VFX, featuring insights from Jarrod, a Lead CFX Artist at a London studio, on his career path, the impact of tools like Houdini, cross-studio collaboration, budgeting hurdles, and hands-on learning advice for aspiring artists. Learn how dedicated CFX teams ha…
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EP-10: From Sparks to Stardom – Tuppy's (aka Onetupthree) Journey in Stylized VFX & Game Dev Magic
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1:24:55In this pixel-powered episode, we chat with @onetupthree (aka Tuppy), a stylized Real-time VFX wizard and secret game dev powerhouse. From coding to conjuring flame-bending flipbooks, Top breaks down the art of creating jaw-dropping effects in Unity, Godot, and Unreal, all while juggling YouTube stardom and secret side games. Expect deep dives into…
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How Generations Discover Wine & the Future of Wine w/ Erik Segelbaum (Part 1)
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48:14Ep 110 Why do millennials and Gen Z approach wine so differently from previous generations and what does that mean for the future of wine? And what does it really take to go from line cook to award-winning sommelier and industry leader? Today’s guest, Erik Segelbaum, is an Advanced Sommelier with the Court of Master Sommeliers, Food & Wine Magazine…
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EP-09: Explosions & Indie Game Dev Dreams – The Real-time VFX Journey of Gabriel Aguiar
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1:03:28In this episode, we dive deep with Gabriel Aguiar, the mastermind behind real-time VFX tutorials on YT and the indie game "Rabbit's Tale." From quitting his job to creating a YouTube channel and launching a studio, Gabriel shares how he accidentally became the go-to guru for game effects. Warning: may cause an uncontrollable urge to open Unity and …
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My Mother's Ten Commandments with Guest Best Selling Author Marc Gellman
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30:07Though Dorothy was somewhat opinionated, she truly had a big heart. During my conversation with Marc, he shares story after story that had us laughing but Dorothy was the kind of woman who liked things done her way and it was best for everyone that you kept that in mind. She loved keeping a clean house. It was duly important that her sons did well …
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