Best Michael Forman Podcasts (2026)

In this episode of The Cinematic Flashback Podcast, Chuck and Matt revisit Nicolas Roeg’s 1973 film Don’t Look Now, starring Donald Sutherland and Julie Christie, and explore why this haunting psychological thriller continues to unsettle audiences decades later. The conversation examines how the film uses non-linear time, fragmented editing, and re…

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Breaking Away (1979) - Peter Yates (Encore) 39:59

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Breaking Away (1979) Podcast Review — Why This Coming-of-Age Classic Still Matters Breaking Away (1979) is more than a cycling movie—it’s one of the most honest American coming-of-age films of the 1970s. In this episode of The Cinematic Flashback Podcast, host Chuck Bryan and co-host Matt revisit Peter Yates’ Academy Award–winning sports drama and …

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The Deep (1977) 47:00

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In this episode, we plunge beneath the waves to revisit Peter Yates’ The Deep (1977) — the sun-drenched, high-stakes underwater thriller based on Peter Benchley’s follow-up to Jaws. Joining him is special guest host Jeff Johnson from A Film By Podcast as they explore the film’s mix of treasure hunting, ocean danger, and 1970s blockbuster spectacle.…

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Apocalypse Now (1979) 42:08

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In this episode of the Cinematic Flashback Podcast, we fire up the Wayback Machine and travel deep into Francis Ford Coppola’s hypnotic, hallucinatory war epic Apocalypse Now (1979). Chuck is joined by returning guest Erin Mullinax and her husband Will Mullinax, who recommended the film and brings a lifelong love of Coppola’s masterpiece to the tab…

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Love, Loathing, and the Long Game 15:14

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(Warning) This podcast is only for those who live with a great chasm in their bedroom and have lived with it for too many years to count. Homesite: https://michaelformanwriting.com/

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The Three Musketeers (1973) Richard Lester - Cinematic Flashback Podcast 41:31

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🎙️ The Three Musketeers (1973) – Richard Lester Guest: David Wright (Def Dave – Apples & Oranges Podcast) Grab your sword and step into 1973 as Chuck and guest David Wright revisit Richard Lester’s witty, action-packed take on The Three Musketeers. Michael York, Oliver Reed, Raquel Welch, Richard Chamberlain, and Faye Dunaway headline this playful …

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Rewiring CX: Bill Staikos on Human-Centered AI and the Future of Experience Leadership 36:29

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In this episode of The CX Iconoclast, Richard Owen hosts Bill Staikos, a CX and EX leader with more than 20 years of experience helping organizations move beyond dashboards and into delivering tangible business outcomes. Drawing on his unique perspective from both the vendor and buyer sides of the industry, Bill discusses why too many companies are…

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Whispers of the Wicked, Episode 2 27:56

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In today's episode, Addison and Graham continue their investigation. What happened to The Wicked Library? The truth gets weirder, and as they look into it further, and the Library begins to look back. Addison has a nighttime visitor. Graham gets an email. Voice actress Mary Murphy talks about a character come to life and odd sounds in her audio. Wh…

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The Omen (1976) Richard Donner 43:03

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This week on The Cinematic Flashback Podcast, Chuck and Matt are joined by special guest Jeff Penano to revisit The Omen (1976), directed by Richard Donner and starring Gregory Peck and Lee Remick. A chilling blend of horror and mystery, the film follows an American diplomat who discovers that his adopted son may be the Antichrist himself. What We …

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Designing Better Endings: Joe MacLeod on the Overlooked Side of Customer Experience 28:33

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In this episode of The CX Iconoclast, Richard Owen sits down with Joe MacLeod – author, speaker, and self-proclaimed “Head of Endineering” – to explore one of the most overlooked parts of customer experience: the ending. Drawing on insights from his books and decades of experience, Joe explains why most companies obsess over creating desire and del…

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Whispers of the Wicked, Episode 1 17:46

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In today's episode, Addison and Graham begin their investigation. What happened to The Wicked Library? Find out when Graham and Addison investigate.What they uncovered… wasn’t just a story. When they receive a box of strange artifacts and a key to a storage unit, they begin unraveling a forgotten podcast, a missing host, and a darkness that refuses…

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Hormones, Sleep, and SSRIs — Why Our Bedroom Went Quiet 14:05

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A raw confessional on sexless marriages: hormones, sleep, and SSRIs quietly rewrite desire. Real stats, zero blame, and a 7-day repair plan—comfort first, better sleep, no-goal touch, doctor-in-the-loop. Fix the conditions before judging the connection.Homesite: https://michaelformanwriting.com/

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The Andromeda Strain (1971) Robert Wise - Cinematic Flashback Podcast 44:25

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Chuck and Matt fire up the Wayback Machine for a trip to 1971 and Robert Wise’s The Andromeda Strain — the calmest outbreak movie ever made. Episode Summary The conversation starts with real-life glitches (football, internet outages) and childhood reading lists, then traces how the film bridges 1950s alien-paranoia vibes and 1970s lab-coat realism.…

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From Cost-Cutting to Customer Growth: A Smarter AI Strategy – with McKinsey partner Tey Bannerman 32:34

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Logan's Run (1974) Michael Anderson - The Cinematic Flashback Podcast 49:19

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This week, we’re stepping into the Dome City where freedom has an expiration date. This week on The Cinematic Flashback Podcast, Chuck is joined by co-host Matt Sargent to revisit Logan’s Run (1976), directed by Michael Anderson and starring Michael York, Jenny Agutter, and Richard Jordan. A sci-fi landmark of the pre-Star Wars era, the film imagin…

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Is There a Genetic Link For Sexlessness? 9:58

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You must've wondered if there's a connection between sexlessness and genetics. A 2025 scientific study was done. Listen now for those results. Homesite

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When Desire Disappears: Gerrard, Melanie, and Living with HSDD 9:29

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A chronic and pervasive absence of sexual fantasies and interest in sexual activity characterises HSDD. Homesite: https://michaelformanwriting.com/

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30,000 volunteers packmeals for food pantries in memory of those killed on 9/11 6:39

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In 24 cities across the country, there are 30,000 volunteers packing millions of meals for food pantries as an act of service in memory of those killed on 9/11. WRHU's Alexa D'Amato visited The Intrepid Museum at Pier 86 in New York City for this special report.

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One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest (1975) - Miloš Forman - Cinematic Flashback 53:53

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This week, we’re checking into the ward where chaos meets control. This week on The Cinematic Flashback Podcast, Chuck is joined by longtime friend Alan Green to revisit One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest (1975), directed by Miloš Forman and starring Jack Nicholson and Louise Fletcher in their Oscar-winning roles. Based on Ken Kesey’s novel, the film …

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Deliverance (1972) - John Boorman - Cinematic Flashback 49:30

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This week, we take a trip downriver that we’ll never forget. This week on The Cinematic Flashback Podcast, Chuck is joined by guest host Jay Kirk to explore Deliverance (1972), directed by John Boorman and starring Jon Voight, Burt Reynolds, Ned Beatty, and Ronnie Cox. A harrowing tale of survival and violence in the Georgia wilderness, the film re…

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Jaws The Musical - Cinematic Flashback Lobby Card Edition 16:30

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This week on the Cinematic Flashback Podcast: Lobby Card Edition, we return to Amity Island, but not the way you remember it. In our last full episode, we had a playful dive into Jaws and imagined it as a Broadway musical. Now, this Lobby Card Edition expands on that idea with a parody with original songs inspired by our discussion. The Songs Jeff’…

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Could Giving Up Sex Actually Strengthen a Relationship? 14:05

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Is it possible? Could NO SEX be better? It's a different angle. Listen now! Homesite: https://michaelformanwriting.com/

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Jaws (1975) - Steven Spielberg - Cinematic Flashback Podcast 1:12:43

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This week on The Cinematic Flashback Podcast, Chuck and Matt are joined by an all-star lineup of guests— Dee Graves and Jason Colvin from The Surely You Can’t Be Serious Podcast, plus Jeff Johnson and David Burns from A Film By Podcast—to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Jaws (1975). Directed by a young Steven Spielberg and starring Roy Scheider, …

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Dirty Harry (1971) - Don Siegal - Best of Cinematic Flashback Podcast 46:03

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Best of Cinematic Flashback: Revisiting Dirty Harry (1971) You're listening to a Best Of episode of The Cinematic Flashback Podcast. While Matt and I wrap up our summer break, we’re revisiting one of our favorite episodes of the year: Dirty Harry (1971), starring Clint Eastwood and directed by Don Siegel. We’ll be back with a brand new episode on A…

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The KPI Revolution: Turning Data into Decisions Using AI - With Michael Schrage of MIT 45:50

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What if your KPIs could talk back—and guide your business forward? In this episode, Richard Owen and Brian Curry of OCX Cognition, and MIT’s Michael Schrage explore how AI is transforming not just customer experience metrics, but the very nature of leadership and organizational capability. They suggest why so many companies stick with legacy KPIs d…

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The French Connection (1974) - William Friedkin - Best Of Cinematic Flashback Podcast 41:26

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This week, we’re tailing Popeye Doyle through the gritty streets of 1970s New York. It’s a Best Of Episode while Chuck and Matt take a quick summer vacation. This week on The Cinematic Flashback Podcast, we rewind all the way back to our very first episode—The French Connection (1971), directed by William Friedkin and starring Gene Hackman and Roy …

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No Sex Please. We Can't Be Bothered 7:29

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What if a sexless marriage isn’t broken—but evolved? In this episode of The Dirty Rabbit Hole Podcast, Michael Forman explores love beyond libido. Meet Clare and John, a couple redefining intimacy, challenging taboos, and proving that deep connection doesn’t always come with fireworks. Homesite: https://michaelformanwriting.com/…

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What 25 Years of Tech Research Tells Us About the Future of AI - With Cornell's Chris Forman 36:37

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What happens when leading-edge academic research meets real-world customer dynamics? In this episode, OCX Cognition CEO Richard Owen welcomes Chris Forman, Professor of Strategy, Innovation, and Technology at Cornell’s Dyson School, to discuss how technology adoption, data integration, and organizational readiness shape B2B outcomes. Together, they…

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The Taking of Pelham One Two Three (1974) - Joseph Sargent - Cinematic Flashback Podcast 39:01

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This week, it’s a hijacking, a countdown, and a whole lotta attitude. On The Cinematic Flashback Podcast, Chuck is finally back in the studio with co-host Matt to ride the rails through one of the tightest thrillers of the decade: The Taking of Pelham One Two Three (1974). Directed by Joseph Sargent and starring Walter Matthau, Robert Shaw, and a w…

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AI, Culture, and the Future of Customer Experience: A Conversation with Murli Buluswar of Citi 35:12

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In this episode of CX Iconoclast, OCX Cognition CEO Richard Owen sits down with Murli Buluswar, Head of Analytics at Citi’s U.S. Personal Bank, to explore how AI is reshaping customer insight and experience at enterprise scale. Murli shares his journey from early interest in behavioral science and analytics to leading cutting-edge initiatives that …

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Humans, AI, and the Trouble with Truth: A Conversation with Dean Eckles 36:11

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In this episode of CX Iconoclast, Richard Owen sits down with Dean Eckles, MIT professor and former Facebook data scientist, to explore the real-world dynamics of misinformation—and what actually works to stop it. Eckles shares insights from his landmark research showing that correcting false content on social media doesn’t always reduce misinforma…

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Non-Spontaneous Sex Is Better Than No Sex At All. Or Is It? 8:26

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Michael answers a note from 'Frustrated'. Homesite: michaelformanwriting.com

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Super Fly (1972) - Gordon Parks Jr - Cinematic Flashback Podcast 40:37

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This week, we’re rolling with Priest and his final score. This week on The Cinematic Flashback Podcast, Chuck is joined by guest host Erin Mullinax to explore Super Fly (1972), directed by Gordon Parks Jr. and starring Ron O’Neal. A landmark of 1970s street-level style and social commentary, the film follows a Harlem drug dealer trying to leave the…

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Therapy's Dirty Little Secret 17:33

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Does your partner experience inhibited desire or low desire? This therapist has just found the Holy Grail of desire knowledge; not all of us will like what this reveals!

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TWL 1303: “Two Tales from Mr. Nadel’s Shop” by Virelle Nocturne 25:01

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Welcome to Season 13 of The Wicked Library. In this episode of The Wicked Library, we dive into the depths with two takes by Virelle Nocturne. Behind the soft golden light of a curious little tailor’s shop, a man named Mr. Nadel weaves more than fine suits—he tailors identity itself. But the cut is never without cost.This week, we open the dressing…

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Humanity at Scale: Bruce Temkin on Redefining Leadership in the Age of AI 38:11

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In this CX Iconoclast episode, Richard Owen speaks with Bruce Temkin, a pioneering figure in customer experience, about his new initiative: Humanity at Scale. Temkin explains that despite decades of progress in CX and EX, many leaders still perceive a trade-off between focusing on people and achieving business results. His goal is to eliminate this…

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Bring Back Intimacy In A Marriage Before It’s Too Late 14:29

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Sage words from a sexless marriage counsellor. Homesite: michaelformanwriting.com

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Chinatown (1974) - Roman Polanski - Cinematic Flashback Podcast 43:24

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🎙️ Forget it, Jake. It’s a podcast. This week on The Cinematic Flashback Podcast, Chuck and Matt investigate one of the most haunting and influential films of the 1970s: Chinatown (1974). Directed by Roman Polanski and written by Robert Towne, the film stars Jack Nicholson, Faye Dunaway, and John Huston in a mystery steeped in corruption, secrets, …

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Why do some organizations disrupt while others decay? - With MIT's Steve Spear 39:52

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If you have never heard of the Department of Disruptive Capabilities, this is the place to be! In this episode, OCX Cognition CEO Richard Owen sits down with MIT Senior Lecturer and renowned efficiency expert Steve Spear to explore what makes the world’s most innovative organizations tick. Drawing on his experience with Toyota, the U.S. Navy, and F…

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MASH (1970) - Robert Altman - Cinematic Flashback Podcast 37:37

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M*A*S*H (1970) – The Cinematic Flashback Podcast Hosted by: Chuck and Matt Sargent In this episode of The Cinematic Flashback Podcast, Chuck and co-host Matt Sargent head into the chaos and dark comedy of M*A*S*H (1970), directed by Robert Altman and starring Donald Sutherland, Elliott Gould, and Tom Skerritt. Set against the backdrop of the Korean…

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Signs Of A Couple Who Is Just Going Through The Motions 13:09

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If the following nine subtle signals sound familiar, experts agree that a couple is likely half-hearted about their relationship. Could this be you?

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AI, Leadership, and the Future of Customer Experience – with Moira Clark 41:42

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In this episode of CX Iconoclast, Richard Owen sits down with Professor Moira Clark, Director of the Henley Centre for Customer Management at Henley Business School. Moira brings sharp insight from two decades of research into what drives customer loyalty, profitability, and organizational performance. Together, they discuss the evolving role of AI…

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McCabe And Mrs Miller (1971) - Robert Altman - Cinematic Flashback Podcast 45:21

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In this episode of the Cinematic Flashback Podcast, Chuck and co-host Matt Sargent journey into the misty frontier of McCabe & Mrs. Miller (1971), directed by Robert Altman and starring Warren Beatty and Julie Christie. Far from your typical gunslinging western, Altman’s revisionist take paints a haunting portrait of ambition, capitalism, and isola…

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What Global CEOs Need to Know About CX in Latin America - With Felipe Bayón and Mauricio Duarte 34:53

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In this episode, Richard Owen is joined by Felipe Bayón, newly-appointed CEO of GeoPark and former CEO of Ecopetrol, as well as Mauricio Duarte, a leading CX strategist in Latin America, to explore the evolving role of customer experience in the region. Felipe shares firsthand insights into navigating uncertainty, resilience, and digital transforma…

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The Poseidon Adventure (1972) - Ronald Neame - Cinematic Flashback Podcast 38:17

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🚢 In this episode of the Cinematic Flashback Podcast, Chuck is joined once again by co-host Matt as they set sail on The Poseidon Adventure (1972), directed by Ronald Neame and starring Gene Hackman, Ernest Borgnine, Shelley Winters, and Red Buttons. One of the defining disaster films of the 1970s, The Poseidon Adventure turns an upside-down cruise…

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Is Sexual Denial Actually Sexual Abuse? (Part 2) 13:52

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The Future of Telcos in an AI-driven World - With Harry Baldock and Marc Anné 40:42

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Richard Owen hosts a conversation on the future of the telecommunications industry with Marc Anné, Chair of the World Communication Awards judging panel, and Harry Baldock, Editor of Total Telecom. The discussion covers key industry trends, including the rise of 5G, the growing dominance of hyperscalers, and the challenge of telcos transforming int…

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Westworld (1973) - Michael Crichton - Cinematic Flashback Podcast 47:56

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In this episode of the Cinematic Flashback Podcast, Chuck is joined by special guest Jeff Johnson from A Film By Podcast to saddle up for a ride into Westworld (1973), written and directed by Michael Crichton and starring Yul Brynner, Richard Benjamin, and James Brolin. Before Jurassic Park, Michael Crichton warned us about the dangers of theme par…

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TWL 1302: “How Will You Woo Her?” by Sabella Dziabczenko 30:43

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Episode Summary: Welcome to Season 13 of The Wicked Library. In this episode of The Wicked Library, we dive into the depths with a haunting seafolk tale by Sabella Dziabczenko. "How Will You Woo Her?" is a tale of haunting beauty, ravenous desire, and the terrible cost of being seen by man. Beneath the waves, Grandmother Hydra tells a cautionary ta…