Best Mallory Smart Podcasts (2025)

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What Makes or Breaks a Turnkey Investment with Ali Boone 48:43

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Ali Boone left aerospace engineering to design a life on her terms through turnkey investing. In this episode, she breaks down common myths, how to vet the right operators, and why lifestyle goals should drive your strategy, not just ROI. Don’t miss the blueprint for building wealth on your terms. Key takeaways to listen for [02:19] The big mistake…

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Adapt or Fade: Embracing the Adaptability Quotient with John Spence | 88 45:55

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Send us a text In this energizing interview, Mallory Mejias is joined by leadership legend John Spence to unpack the three essential quotients of leadership—IQ, EQ, and AQ (Adaptability Quotient)—and why AQ might be the most critical of all in today’s AI-driven world. With decades of global experience, John shares how leaders can foster resilience,…

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The New Way to Read the Market with Andrew Einhorn, M.S. 35:07

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Andrew Einhorn, M.S., unpacks how his AI-driven platform tracks 26 key corporate events to help investors stay ahead of the market. From train derailments to CEO exits, discover how institutional-grade data is now available to the everyday investor. Listen in to learn how to turn information into income before the rest of the market catches up. Key…

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Emotions, Accents, and Avatars Galore & Why Apple Says It’s All Just an Illusion | 87 51:27

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Send us a text In this episode of Sidecar Sync, co-hosts Amith Nagarajan and Mallory Mejias dive deep into the cutting edge of AI-generated audio and video. Mallory demos the stunning new ElevenLabs V3 voice engine and the lifelike hand gestures of HeyGen's Avatar 4, while Amith shares behind-the-scenes insights from a recent hackathon focused on b…

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How to Build a 7-Figure Exit Plan with Elisa Chiang, MD, PhD 32:32

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What do you get when a doctor flips houses, coaches physicians, and builds passive income, all before leaving her day job? You get Elisa Chiang, MD PhD. In this episode, she reveals how she escaped burnout, built real wealth, and why her version of success still includes a Honda Civic. Don’t miss this one. Key takeaways to listen for [07:00] Why bu…

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Online Learning Course Creation at 26x Speed | 86 53:59

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Send us a text In this episode of Sidecar Sync, Mallory Mejias sits down with Jason Marchese, Learning Content Specialist at Sidecar, to explore the exciting frontier of AI-generated interactive web apps. From solving everyday meal planning problems to analyzing U.S. migration trends, they demonstrate how anyone—even non-technical folks—can build u…

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A Proven Guide to Syndication Funnel with Adam Gower, PhD 48:44

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Adam Gower, PhD shares the exact system behind billions raised in real estate with no gimmicks, just strategy. From turning LinkedIn into a capital magnet to building trust that converts, this episode is your step-by-step playbook for scaling smarter and faster. Start raising more capital with less friction by Hitting the play button. Key takeaways…

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Generative Video Meets Deep Think at Google I/O & Claude 4 Finds Its Voice | 85 59:38

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Send us a text In this electric episode of Sidecar Sync, Amith Nagarajan and Mallory Mejias unpack the latest AI announcements from Google I/O and the highly anticipated Claude 4 release from Anthropic. They explore what Google's Deep Think means for AI reasoning, debate the creative and ethical implications of video generation tools like Veo 3 and…

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How to Use Demographics for RE Deals with Mallory Bateman, M.Sc. 39:58

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Data guru Mallory Bateman, M.Sc., breaks down how America’s aging baby boomers, declining birth rates, and chronic housing shortages are shifting demand nationwide. Discover which markets are poised for growth, why migration patterns matter, and how generational change will impact your next deal. Tune in now and turn tomorrow’s trends into today’s …

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It Worked In The Movie: The Return of the Living Dead (1985) 1:14:53

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When foreman Frank (James Karen) shows new employee Freddy (Thom Mathews) a secret military experiment in a supply warehouse, the two klutzes accidentally release a gas that reanimates corpses into flesh-eating zombies. As the epidemic spreads throughout Louisville, Ky., and the creatures satisfy their hunger in gory and outlandish ways, Frank and …

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Breaking Math with Google’s AlphaEvolve | 84 50:08

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Send us a text This week, Amith Nagarajan and Mallory Mejias dive deep into Google's groundbreaking AI breakthrough—AlphaEvolve. In their first-ever single-topic episode, the duo unpacks why this agent’s ability to autonomously invent and refine algorithms marks a pivotal moment in AI history. From shattering a 56-year-old math record to its potent…

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You Private Person w/ Richard Chiem 26:56

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New episode with Richard Chiem! Seven years after its most recent release, You Private Person now returns in a brand-new edition by With an X Books. Named one of Publisher's Weekly's 10 Essentials Books of the American West, these stories are sharp, romantic, and heartbreaking to the core. A beloved collection, a cult classic, and a perfect pop son…

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How to Save Thousands on Real Estate Expenses with Colton Pace 34:23

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What if you could save thousands on real estate expenses without lifting a finger? In this episode, we chat with Colton Pace, about how tech is helping everyday investors fight back against bloated tax bills. From billionaire strategies to Main Street savings, pay attention to Colton as he reveals how cutting taxes and insurance costs can seriously…

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S4E13 -Jack Skelley: Does This Make Me Weird 1:15:11

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Jack Skelley is the author of The Complete Fear of Kathy Acker (on Semiotexte), Myth Lab (Far West Press), Interstellar Theme Park (BlazeVox press), Monsters (Little Caesar Press) and Dennis Wilson and Charlie Manson (Fred & Barney Press). Jack is also songwriter and guitarist for psychedelic surf band Lawndale which is on SST Records. 🎧 Like what …

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Snooze to Win: Why Digital Naptime Is AI’s Most Productive Hour | 83 55:00

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Send us a text This week on Sidecar Sync, Amith Nagarajan and Mallory Mejias dive deep into two cutting-edge developments in the AI world. First up is the mind-bending concept of "sleep time compute"—how LLMs might learn and improve during their downtime, transforming into smarter, faster assistants overnight. Then, the duo breaks down OpenAI's $3 …

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Generational Wealth Strategies And Kid-Friendly Money Lessons with Alina Trigub 36:09

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How do you turn financial struggle into a foundation for generational wealth? In this powerful episode, Alina Trigub shares her journey from a Soviet immigrant to a financial literacy advocate and real estate investor. Dial in as she breaks down the tax traps most passive investors miss, reveals how to teach kids about money without lectures, and e…

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S4E12 -Off The Record With Jack Skelley: The Stages Are Burned 4:08

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Jack Skelley is the author of The Complete Fear of Kathy Acker (on Semiotexte), Myth Lab (Far West Press), Interstellar Theme Park (BlazeVox press), Monsters (Little Caesar Press) and Dennis Wilson and Charlie Manson (Fred & Barney Press). Jack is also songwriter and guitarist for psychedelic surf band Lawndale which is on SST Records. 🎧 Like what …

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Getting Your Board on Board with AI | 82 54:29

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Send us a text In this episode of Sidecar Sync, Amith Nagarajan and Mallory Mejias take on one of the most pivotal—and often overlooked—challenges in association innovation: getting your board on board with AI. Drawing from Amith's personal boardroom experience and Mallory’s deep dive into board psychology, they break down how to navigate internal …

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The Ultimate Strategic Playbook for Passive Investing with Brian Burke 51:07

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Real estate legend Brian Burke joins us to share why he's hitting pause on multifamily and betting big on senior housing. With decades of experience (and zero investor losses), Brian unpacks what pattern recognition, market timing, and people-first investing really look like. A must-listen masterclass for anyone seeking clarity in today's market ch…

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S4E11 - S. R. Schulz: I Was Just Along For The Ride 1:51:15

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S. R. Schulz lives in Portland, Oregon with his wife, three sons, and two dogs. He’s been traveling to visit family in Croatia since 2010. He currently works as a family physician just outside Portland, Oregon, and is a faculty member at Oregon Health & Science University. His writing has been published online and in print, including McSweeney’s, H…

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Fargo vs. Klarna & The Rise of Reasoning Models | 81 48:37

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Send us a text This week on Sidecar Sync, Amith Nagarajan and Mallory Mejias explore Wells Fargo’s virtual assistant “Fargo” and how it stacks up against Klarna’s AI tool from a year ago. With 250 million fully automated interactions and measurable impact on customer engagement and bias reduction, Fargo offers a powerful case study in applied AI. A…

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How to Find Your Real Estate Superpower and Build Generational Wealth with Tony Lopes 48:05

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What happens when a first-gen American engineer gets laid off and vows never to rely on one paycheck again? Tony Lopes shares how he went from a $50K condo to managing 153-unit complexes and now coaches others on financial independence through real estate. From renter nation trends to finding your “superpower,” this episode is full of actionable in…

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Getting Hands-On with MCP & Anthropic’s AI Economic Index | 80 54:32

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Send us a text In this episode of Sidecar Sync, hosts Mallory Mejias and Amith Nagarajan take a deep dive into Model Context Protocol (MCP), a revolutionary standard making it dramatically easier for AI to interact with data, tools, and systems—no code required. Mallory shares her personal setup experience with Claude for desktop, walking through a…

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Reshape Your Life and Business Through Smart Passive Investing with Dr. Tyson Cobb 36:40

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Orthopedic surgeon turned real estate powerhouse, Dr. Tyson Cobb reveals how he scaled back his medical career to build passive wealth and set a bold goal to donate $1 million annually to charity. He shares how mastermind groups, tax strategies, and intentional living transformed his path. From Roth conversions to legacy-building, this episode is p…

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S4E10 -Off The Record With S.R. Schulz: Beyond Your Wildest Dreams 4:29

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S. R. Schulz lives in Portland, Oregon with his wife, three sons, and two dogs. He’s been traveling to visit family in Croatia since 2010. He currently works as a family physician just outside Portland, Oregon, and is a faculty member at Oregon Health & Science University. His writing has been published online and in print, including McSweeney’s, H…

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Ian Andrews Talks Groq’s Fast, Smart AI Inference Tech | 79 57:55

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Send us a text In this special episode of Sidecar Sync, we dive into the future of AI infrastructure with Ian Andrews, Chief Revenue Officer at Groq (that’s Groq with a Q!). Ian shares the story behind Groq’s rise, how their LPU chip challenges Nvidia’s dominance, and why fast, low-cost, high-quality inference is about to unlock entirely new catego…

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What LPs & GPs Need to Know Now with Chad Ackerman 38:26

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Chad Ackerman is back with a real-world playbook for today’s investors and operators. He shares must-know insights on passive investing, key red flags for LPs, and why coaching matters more than ever. Plus, a behind-the-scenes look at Left Field’s growth and what GPs need to do to stand out. Key takeaways to listen for [10:49] Why passive investing…

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S4E9 -Diana Oropeza: Keep It Mysterioso 1:43:28

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Diana Oropesa is a writer and performer based in Portland. Her debut book, An Incomplete Catalog of Disappearance (Future Tense Books), is a hybrid collection of flash fiction and poetic nonfiction that explores the quiet, strange ways people fade from our lives. She’s a member of Yelling Choir and holds an MFA from the Pacific Northwest College of…

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Cartoon Avatars, Talking Robots, and AI That Draws | 78 45:57

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Send us a text In this vibrant and forward-thinking episode of Sidecar Sync, Mallory and Amith dive into the fun side of AI—exploring OpenAI’s new GPT-4o image generation capabilities, Hedra’s cartoon animation tech, and the jaw-dropping robotics work between Nvidia, Google DeepMind, and Disney. You’ll hear about Mallory’s creation of cartoon avata…

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How You Add Massive Value to Mobile Home Communities with Matthew Ricciardella 29:39

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What does it take to build a $500M portfolio without chasing big money or brokering every deal? In this powerhouse episode, Clint and Neil chat with Matthew Ricciardella about his journey from cold-calling dropout to leading over $1B in real estate transactions. Learn how Crystal View Capital creates value from the ground up—one lot, one system, on…

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S4E8 -Nick Rees Gardner: Writers, Delinquents, And The Twitter People 1:27:05

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Nick Rees Gardner is the author of Delinquents and Other Escape Attempts (Madrona Books), a gritty, poetic collection of linked stories about addiction, recovery, and resilience in the fictional town of Westinghouse, Ohio. Grab a copy from Madrona Books or Amazon. He’s also the author of Hurricane Trinity (Unsolicited Press), the poetry collection …

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Intel Bets Big on Chips Again as Meta Drops Llama 4 | 77 52:57

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Send us a text In this thought-provoking episode of Sidecar Sync, Mallory and Amith dig into the fascinating world of semiconductors and how a historic joint venture between Intel and TSMC is reshaping the global tech landscape. They explore the underlying tensions between vertically integrated business models and specialization — a conversation th…

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Why Self Storage Is Still the Smartest Play in Commercial Real Estate with Scott Meyers 40:58

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Join Scott Meyers, one of the top names in self-storage, for an insightful look at why seasoned investors are doubling down on this asset class. With 3M+ sq. ft. under management, he shares how his team is navigating market shifts, scaling smart, and building more than just wealth. From real estate strategy to mission-driven impact, this episode is…

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S4E7 -Off The Record With Nick Rees Gardner: I Dreamt Of The Hell To Come 9:42

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Nick Rees Gardner is the author of Delinquents and Other Escape Attempts (Madrona Books), a gritty, poetic collection of linked stories about addiction, recovery, and resilience in the fictional town of Westinghouse, Ohio. Grab a copy from Madrona Books or Amazon. He’s also the author of Hurricane Trinity (Unsolicited Press), the poetry collection …

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AI Innovations from Gemini and DeepSeek to Break Your Brain | 76 48:46

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Send us a text In this episode of Sidecar Sync, Amith and Mallory dive deep into two major AI model releases—Google’s Gemini 2.5 Pro and DeepSeek’s V3—and explore how they’re reshaping the landscape of artificial intelligence. They discuss the technical breakthroughs, from million-token context windows to open-source innovations, and what it all me…

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How to Use a Self-Directed IRA for Alternative Investments with Chris Trembly 34:22

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Are you sitting on retirement funds without realizing their full potential? Chris Trembly joins us to break down the world of Self-Directed IRAs (SDIRAs) and how they can be used for alternative investments like real estate, digital assets, and precious metals. If you’ve ever wondered whether you can invest your retirement savings outside of tradit…

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S4E6 -Kristen Arnett: Keep Florida Weird 1:04:46

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Kristen Arnett is a queer fiction writer, essayist, and former librarian based in Orlando, Florida. She is the author of the New York Times bestselling novel Mostly Dead Things, as well as With Teeth and Stop Me If You've Heard This One. Her work has appeared in The New York Times, TIME, The Cut, Vogue, and more. You can find her online at kristena…

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AI-Enhanced Member Services: Turning Strategy Into Action | 75 41:18

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Send us a text In this milestone 75th episode of Sidecar Sync, Amith and Mallory return for part two of their deep dive into AI-enhanced member services. This second installment of AI-Enhanced Member Services shifts from ideas to action. Amith and Mallory focus on the infrastructure, mindset, and change management strategies needed to implement AI …

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Escape the ‘Earn More, Work More’ Cycle and Build True Wealth with Bronson Hill 39:22

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Bronson Hill reveals how high-income professionals can create true passive income outside Wall Street by shifting their wealth mindset. With over $45 million raised, he shares strategies to overcome mental blocks, prioritize alternative investments, and why traditional thinking keeps most people stuck. If you're ready to stop self-sabotaging and st…

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S4E5 -Off The Record With Kristen Arnett: I've Been Looking For The Magic 2:56

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Kristen Arnett is a queer fiction writer, essayist, and former librarian based in Orlando, Florida. She is the author of the New York Times bestselling novel Mostly Dead Things, as well as With Teeth and Stop Me If You've Heard This One. Her work has appeared in The New York Times, TIME, The Cut, Vogue, and more. You can find her online at kristena…

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Manus AI Tackles Complex Tasks While Sesame AI Sounds a Little More Human | 74 53:57

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Send us a text In this episode of Sidecar Sync, Amith and Mallory discuss the Manus AI Agent, a groundbreaking system that autonomously handles complex tasks like resume screening and real estate searches. They also explore the evolution of conversational AI with Sesame AI, which enhances digital interactions through natural speech. Amith shares in…

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S4E4 -Victoria Brooks: Former Mistress 1:32:03

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Victoria Brooks is a queer nonbinary author living in London, UK, and parent to an octopod (2 year old identical twins)—an identity-shifting experience they recently wrote about for W0rms. Their first queer sci-fi novel, Silicone God, was published by MOIST Books in the UK, and was recently published in the US (House of Vlad Press). They have also …

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We Live Inside A Dream—Twin Peaks: Fire Walk with Me (1992) featuring Steve Gergley 1:57:49

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Twin Peaks: Fire Walk with Me (1992) is a psychological horror film directed by David Lynch, serving as a prequel to the TV series Twin Peaks. The movie explores the final days of Laura Palmer, the troubled high school student whose murder sets off the events of the show. The film is split into two parts. The first follows FBI agents investigating …

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AI-Enhanced Member Services: What You Need to Know | 73 1:06:05

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Send us a text In this first installment of a special two-part episode of Sidecar Sync, Amith and Mallory explore the future of AI-enhanced member services. Associations face growing pressure to provide seamless, 24/7 member support—competing with the personalized service of big brands. In Part 1, we break down key member service functions and how …

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The Rise of Garage Condos with Ben Lapidus 29:34

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Ben Lapidus, co-founder of the Best Ever Conference, discusses an emerging real estate asset class: garage condos. These high-end, flexible-use storage units are gaining traction among affluent buyers, small business owners, and hobbyists looking for a customizable, long-term storage solution. He breaks down why this niche market is in its early in…

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AI Tacos & Amazon’s Return to Office Mandate | 72 44:15

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Send us a text In this episode of Sidecar Sync, hosts Amith and Mallory explore AI’s surprising role in fast food, focusing on Byte by Yum, an AI-powered platform transforming operations at Taco Bell, KFC, and beyond. What can associations learn from Yum Brands’ AI strategy? Then, they tackle Amazon’s return-to-office policy and what it means for w…

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The Investor’s Guide to Diversifying Wealth and Tax Advantaged Strategies with Keshav Kolur 41:46

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Is the stock market the only place to build wealth? Think again. In this episode, Keshav Kolur explores the rich world of alternative investments, tax-efficient wealth-building strategies, and the growing popularity of evergreen funds. Discover how diversifying beyond stocks and bonds could be your key to financial growth. Key takeaways to listen f…

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S4E3 -Off The Record With Victoria Brooks: There You Were, Wild And Free 12:11

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Victoria Brooks is a queer nonbinary author living in London, UK, and parent to an octopod (2 year old identical twins)—an identity-shifting experience they recently wrote about for W0rms. Their first queer sci-fi novel, Silicone God, was published by MOIST Books in the UK, and was recently published in the US (House of Vlad Press). They have also …

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The Next Generation Glow-Up of Claude and Grok & Microsoft Makes the Quantum Leap | 71 1:00:35

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Send us a text AI is evolving at a breakneck pace, and in this episode of Sidecar Sync, hosts Amith Nagarajan and Mallory Mejias break down the latest advancements that are pushing the boundaries of what's possible. From the game-changing hybrid reasoning capabilities of Claude 3.7 and Grok 3 to the emerging field of quantum computing, they explore…

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Inflation-Proof Investing and Smarter Financial Planning with Alan Franks, CFP®, CLU, CFBS 43:34

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Amid inflation and rising interest rates, traditional financial strategies are evolving. Dive in as Alan Franks, CFP®, CLU, CFBS, shares modern approaches to financial planning, investment strategies, and wealth-building in today's challenging market. Key takeaways to listen for [05:05] Biggest myths about passive income and why it’s not truly pass…