Best Pepps Podcasts (2025)

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Rob Pepp talks Dunkin Donuts Loyalty, Chicken Cutlets and Staten Island 1:07:03

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EPISODE 400. This week, we have the "other" King of Staten Island: Rob Peppaceno. Rob is a content creator, a paralegal by day, and a friend of ours who has become beloved on social media for his relatable humor, hot takes, and iced coffee expertise. Tune in to learn more about the real Rob, the truth about growing up on Staten Island, and what you…

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No You Didn't Fail In 2025, Listen To This. 27:16

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If you’ve been walking around with that heavy feeling in your chest thinking, “I failed in 2025,” "I didn't get to do what I said I would" this episode is your reminder that you didn’t fail — you changed. This is a heart-to-heart for every woman who tried her best, held it together, broke down in silence, and still feels like she came up short. Sis…

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ep96 - Why Roger Deakins Is Right About AI (And Everyone's Missing It) with Tal Lazar - CineD Focus Check 1:19:28

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In this special episode of the CineD FocusCheck Podcast, host Nino welcomes back filmmaker, educator, and author Tal Lazar for a wide-ranging conversation about what cinematography really is — and what it needs to become in an age of rapidly evolving technology. Tal’s new book, Cinematography: Beyond Technique, challenges a long-standing assumption…

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GUI CHRISTMAS Podcast with Big Joe Gambino & Mario Bosco 1:02:53

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EPISODE 401. This week, the fam's here and we're bringing the holidays straight to you with a Christmas special you don't want to miss. Join in on our Christmas conversation, as we get into all of the family chaos, the best holiday traditions, Mario gets sentimental, and Big Joe brings big gifts. Buon Natale! https://www.youtube.com/@growingupitali…

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ep95 - Nexus G1 Explained, A Conversation with the Camera’s Creators : The Most Ambitious Cinema Camera Yet? CineD Focus Check 1:19:39

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For this week's episode on the CineD Focus Check podcast, Nino speaks with special guests Timothy and Thomas Boland from Nexus Camera about how the Nexus G1 came to life — and what it’s trying to solve for solo operators and small crews. They share their background in industrial design and filmmaking, why rigging and workflow friction pushed them t…

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ep94 - Netflix vs. Paramount Bidding War, Sony’s 200MP Sensor, Tilta AF Adapter & The Steve Jobs Story Behind the "Ken Burns Effect" 1:28:22

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As many of you have probably heard, two giants in Hollywood are now competing to merge with one another. Netflix is attempting to acquire Warner Bros., while Paramount has also submitted its own bid for the company. But what does this actually mean, especially for filmmakers? Nino and Johnnie break it down in detail in this episode, along with a ra…

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Organisational Health as a Growth Engine: The Q5 Approach | Olly Purnell & Prof. Joe O'Mahoney 44:23

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What does it take to scale a consulting firm internationally without external capital? In this episode, Joe O’Mahoney speaks with Olly Purnell, Managing Partner and co-founder of Q5, about how the firm grew from a five-person partnership to a global consultancy. With nearly 30 years of consulting experience, he leads client engagements across secto…

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Tommy Guarino & Prosciutto Papi Talk Threeways, Family Plan 2 & Growing Up in Boston 1:03:54

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EPISODE 399. Tommy G & Prosciutto Papi are back! From food fights to the big screen, our favorite Boston salami slicers sit down to share some stories from the road, back home and everywhere in between. Tune in! https://www.youtube.com/@growingupitalian Be sure to follow Tommy & Chad here: https://www.instagram.com/tommy.guarino https://www.instagr…

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ep93 - Sony a7 V Announced | Poll: Camera of the Year 2025 | ARRI Cuts 150 Jobs | CineD Focus Check 1:29:38

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As the year slowly comes to an end, so do the camera releases—but there was one last long-awaited announcement that just hit the market. Sony has officially unveiled the newest successor in the Alpha 7 series: the Sony A7 Mark V. Nino and Johnnie take a closer look at this newly announced camera, and alongside the news, they dive into a discussion …

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Rose Villain Returns to Talk New Music, San Remo & Growing Up Italian 52:35

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EPISODE 398. Rose Villain is back! One of our favorite Italian artists joins us in Gotham City to talk about her music, reaching new audiences, and what it was like "Growing Up Italian" in the USA. Tune in as we catch up with Rose and be sure to check out her new deluxe album, "radio vega (after dark)"... Let's go! https://www.youtube.com/@growingu…

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ep92 - MZed Pro Black Friday Deal | LUMIX Firmware Updates | Nexus G1 Footage Released | CineD Focus Check 1:24:40

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Exciting news at the CineD Newsroom! This week, we’re talking about some rare, once-a-year offers on our MZed platform, and Nino and Johnnie share why now is the perfect time to grab an MZed subscription. We also take a look at the latest updates on the Nexus G1, including new sample footage. Another big topic in this episode is LUMIX: the company …

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Christian Petroni Talks Parm to Table, Martha Stewart and Growing Up Italian 1:02:47

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EPISODE 397. Christian Petroni is back! It's been a long time coming, but we have our cooking cousin from the Bronx on the podcast this week. From Ponza to "upstate" NY and now taking his talents everywhere - Christian gives us some epic family lore, shares a step-by-step guide on his 8 hour marinara, and previews his new cookbook ("Parm to Table")…

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Season Finale From PVT! 39:44

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Welcome back yall! We would like to take the time to thank each and everyone of you for listening to our first season! We are beyond grateful to all of our listeners! In this episode we head over to Parkview Tavern and talk with a bunch of our friends about their favorite pop-ups and bars in this great city of New Orleans. Don’t forget to support P…

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ep91 - DJI OSMO Action 6 | Inter BEE 2025 | ARRI Film Lab | CineD Focus Check 53:00

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This week, another DJI product has landed in the studio — the brand-new DJI Osmo Action 6. Johnnie joins us live from Inter BEE in Japan, sharing his first impressions from the show and what's new on the ground. Meanwhile, there are fresh updates from ARRI and ASUS, and Nino dives into the results of a recently released IMAGO study that sparked som…

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A Million Tabs Open: Inside the ADHD Mind with Leanne Maskell 1:03:43

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Behind the SME with Leanne Maskell, 5x best-selling author, coach and Director at ADHD Works. In this episode of Behind the SME, host Adam Kene speaks with Leanne Maskell - author, coach, and Director at ADHD Works - about her remarkable journey from international modelling and severe mental health struggles to becoming a global voice for neurodive…

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The Winners of GU-Idol: Johnna & Gianna 57:19

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EPISODE 396. The first GU-Idol's are here. At this year's San Gennaro Feast, our team selected a group of very talented Italians and invited them to showcase their personalities on the mic with us @ Red Sauce Studio! After a few weeks of meticulous data analysis, it's been determined that these two prosciutto princesses were the winners. Tune in to…

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ep90 - DJI Neo 2 Announced | SIRUI Astra Lenses | Sony FX2 Lab Test Results | CineD Focus Check 1:26:43

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In this week’s episode, there's a lot to talk about! DJI just released the successor to its smallest drone – the DJI Neo 2. But the excitement is mixed with concern, as there's growing talk about a potential DJI ban in the US. Join the discussion to hear all the details and what this could mean for filmmakers. Meanwhile, Johnnie gives us a first lo…

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Nicolas Scalia talks Horrible Italian American Food, Calia Farm and Visiting Sicily 57:43

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EPISODE 395. This week, we have everyone's favorite Sicilian, Nicolas Calia. Nicolas is an Italian-American immigrant who has made his way here in the States by showcasing his love of food, family and Sicilian culture. The guys dive into the best and worst of Italian American foods, the process of becoming a dual citizen, and the highs and lows of …

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Community First: Solving Public Safety Through AI and Data with Michael Houghton 57:04

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Behind the SME with Michael, Co-Founder of Community Wolf. What if public safety could be crowdsourced and improved with the power of AI? In this episode of Behind the SME, host Adam Kene speaks with Michael Houghton - entrepreneur and co-founder of Community Wolf - about his journey from corporate engineering to building a mission-led startup tack…

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ep89 - Custom optics with a social mission with Peppe Badalamenti from LVX - CineD Focus Check Podcast 34:23

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In this episode, Johnnie talks with filmmaker and lens creator Peppe Badalamenti, joining from Guatemala. Peppe has built something very personal: a small lens brand shaped by his own journey, his heritage, and his love for cinema. What makes his work special isn’t just the image, but the intention. Every lens he produces supports real people and r…

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The Second Bite Strategy | Todd Taskey & Prof. Joe O'Mahoney 54:04

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What if selling your business wasn't the end of your wealth creation journey, but rather the beginning? In this fascinating conversation with Todd Taskey, M&A advisor and host of the Second Bite Podcast, we explore how marketing agency founders can transform a business sale into an extraordinary wealth-building opportunity. Todd reveals the three c…

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The Krispy Pizza Boys on the Importance of Family, Good Pizza and Squares or Sicilians 1:08:14

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EPISODE 394. This week's episode is a "spesh" -- joined by the family behind Krispy Pizza. The pizza joint that went from being a locally beloved 13th Avenue slice shop to now a globally recognized brand of OG Brooklyn pizza. The guys share some tricks of the trade, some of their craziest customer stories and the keys to running a successful family…

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5 Knuckle Shuffle! 44:59

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Welcome back yall!! We appreciate all the support! This week we get take out from Chi Chi’s and talk all about it! Remember to have your notepad and pen ready for all the information we have in this episode. The RITSWB drinking game is in full effect so get ready!! Don’t forget to subscribe and donate to our cause! Cheers! Where should we go next? …

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ep88 - Adobe Max | Vimeo Updates | Tilta Mini PD V-Mount Battery Plate | CineD - Focus Check 57:52

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This week’s episode is hosted by Nino, as Johnnie is currently in LA attending the Adobe MAX conference. Nino gives us a preview of what’s being announced there, along with updates from Vimeo and yet another wake-up call for Hollywood, as the numbers continue to decline. We’re also covering new gear updates from Tilta, SWIT, and FilmConvert. So, as…

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Danielle Caminiti Went from Courtroom to Cucina & Has U Covered in the Kitchen! 1:01:52

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EPISODE 393. This week, we are covered in the kitchen with Danielle Caminiti! Danielle is a prolific New York-based attorney who has made her mark on social media by sharing her love for Italian cooking and culture. And she has a cookbook "Courtroom to Cucina" out now! Her and the boys share salumeria stories, juggling different careers, strange pa…

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3rd Wheeling and dealing! 42:46

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Welcome back yall! Come with us this week as we take it to mid city to 12 Mile Limit for the pop up 3rd Wheel! Grab your notepad and pen so you can write it all down! The RITSWB drinking game is in full effect so get your drinks ready! This episode is jammed packed with info so get ready! Thank you all for the continued support! Remember to tell a …

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ep87 - Nikon ZR Review and Lab Test | Pixboom Spark Review | ASUS ProArt Display Review | Apple M5 MacBook Pro, iPad Pro and Vision Pro 1:18:03

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A week full of reviews! In this episode of Focus Check, we dive into some long-awaited camera and gear reviews. Johnnie shares his hands-on experience with the Nikon ZR, a camera he’s been testing extensively over the past few weeks, and we cover our review of the Pixboom camera. Plus, we finally published the Lab Test for the ZR, revealing some in…

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Stop Reacting, Start Anticipating: The Power of Foresight with Athena Peppes 52:04

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Behind the SME with Athena Peppes, Futurist and Economist, Advisor at BossUp.AI and Director of Futures at Beacon Thought Leadership What if you could see disruption coming and turn it into opportunity? In this episode of Behind the SME, host Adam Kene, speaks with Athena Peppes — futurist, economist, and former Accenture strategist — about how sma…

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The Esteriore Brothers Travel the World Singing Italian Classics, Talk Family and Growing Up Italian 54:14

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EPISODE 392. The Esteriore Brothers are an Italian band made up of four brothers. Growing up in Switzerland, they never lost their love and passion for their home country and have been spreading Italy's culture to the world with the power of their voices. This episode is filled with singing, laughs, nostalgia and more singing! Tune in! For the full…

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Some of The Best Of Us! 24:55

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Welcome back yall! In this episode we recap a few of our favorite moments from past episodes this season! We take it back to Rome's Birthday episode and we also recap Boos's Birthday as well! And we can't forget to puke up a tooth! The RITSWB drinking game is in full effect so get your drinks ready! Sit back and enjoy a few of our favorite moments.…

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ep86 - Is internal RAW Video Recording on Cameras Essential? | K&F CONCEPT Video Tripod Review | Elgato Prompter XL 47:41

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In this week’s episode, we’re asking: Is internal RAW recording in cameras a real necessity or just hype? We also take a closer look at K&F’s newly released tripod and cover some of the latest gear updates from the week. As always, tune in for your weekly dose of cine tech news and insights! Chapters and Articles in This Episode (00:00) – Intro (02…

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The Future of Professional Services: How Agentic AI Will Reshape Consulting Forever | Rob Price & Prof. Joe O'Mahoney 1:08:40

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Agentic AI is rapidly transforming professional services, yet many consultancies remain cautious about its implementation. In this groundbreaking conversation, Professor Joe O'Mahony and Rob Price explore what happens when multiple AI agents work together as a team to tackle complex business challenges. Rob explains how agentic AI differs from trad…

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The Bello Bros Talk Immigrating to Canada, Love for Calcio and Mangia Cakes 1:09:18

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EPISODE 391. This week, we have the Bello Bros in from Toronto! Two brothers who emigrated from Calabria and have been making their way as social media creators in The Land of Maple. The guys give us a few lessons on Toronto slang, the metric system, and what it was like "growing up" Italian-Canadian. Tune in. Andiamo! For the full video episode of…

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Boos Over The Moon! 50:09

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Welcome back yall! This week we head uptown to Bronx Bar to check out Sammys pop up! We get down and dirty in a NY atmosphere right in uptown New Orleans! The RITSWB drinking game is in full effect so get ready! We recap the past weekend and give you the details on upcoming events happening soon in the city! We are coming up on a milestone amount o…

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ep85 - Tilta Nucleus-M II Review | Ethical AI Video Course | DJI Mavic 4 Pro Firmware Update | Apple Immersive Workshop in Cupertino 1:02:48

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Another week, another podcast episode! This week, we’re diving deep into an intensive review of the Tilta Nucleus-M II, a wireless follow focus system, and tackling the never-ending and often divisive topic of AI for filmmakers. Nino and Johnnie discuss the new MZed Ethical AI Video Course, what it’s all about, and why now is the perfect time to st…

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How Curiosity (Not Control) Drives Real Growth — with Mike Jones 56:35

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Behind the SME with Mike Jones, CTO of LoveHolidays From turning a £5 million turnaround story into a £2.2 billion exit to steering a travel brand through the chaos of COVID, Mike Jones has built a career on turning complexity into clarity through technology, leadership and curiosity. In this episode of Behind the SME, Mike shares 30 years of lesso…

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GUIdol - The Search For The Next Italian American Superstar! 1:29:32

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EPISODE 390. The boys are on the hunt for Italian-America's next social media phenom! Coming to you LIVE from the San Gennaro Feast in NYC's Little Italy. Our team carefully selected a group of very talented Italians and invited them to showcase their personalities on the mic! The best part is, it's up to our audience (you) to vote for their favori…

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Peaked last week! 42:54

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Welcome back yall! Come with us this week as we head to the Veaux Carre to Bar Tonique! We missed the pop up but we made it right at the end! The RITSWB drinking game is in full effect and we talk about the RITSWB tour t-shirt! Thank you all for the continued support! Please Like share and donate to our cause! Cheers! Where should we go next? Let u…

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ep84 - Hohem iSteady V3 Ultra Review | Portable Editing Set-up | OpenAI Sora 2 | Sony FE 100mm Macro Lens 1:23:48

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This week’s episode covers a wide range of topics. First, we dive into Nino’s recent review of the Hohem iSteady Gimbal, followed by Johnnie’s go-to mobile editing setup, where he explains why it’s such a practical choice for creators on the move. We also discuss the latest shifts in the cine tech industry, including the closure of several companie…

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Sick Luke LOVES NYC! Talks Fatherhood, Growing Up American & Chicken Parm 1:02:31

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EPISODE 389. This week, Sick Luke joins the pod! Luke is an Italian music producer, beatmaker, and rapper hailing from Rome, Italy. He shares stories of his international upbringing, the birth of Italian Trap Music, what it was like to grow up with a rap pioneer (Duke Montana) as a father and much more! DOPAMINA is out now! Tune in! For the full vi…

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Puke up a tooth! 49:22

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Welcome back yall! Come with us this week as we head to the Lakeview neighborhood to check out the Homedale Inn Bar! We try the Homedale smash burger and talk a little bit about how this all started! The RITSWB drinking game is in full effect and we find out how this episode got its name! Be sure to subscribe like and share our podcast! Thank you a…

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ep83 - DJI Osmo Nano | New GoPros | Oren Soffer Shooting FUJIFILM GFX ETERNA 55 | Premiere Pro 25.5 | Saramonic Air 1:18:24

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Another week, another new DJI product! This time, DJI has released the brand-new DJI Osmo Nano – a compact, modular action camera that Nino got his hands on right away. He tested it so thoroughly, he almost lost track of time and showed up late to this episode! Alongside new action cameras, we’re also covering the latest Adobe Premiere Pro updates,…

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Lessons in Leadership from Nicole Spencer: Curiosity, Courage & Culture 46:46

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Behind the SME with Nicole Spencer, MD of RMC & Board Member at FESPA UK From navigating self-doubt at breakfast in a room full of technical jargon, to earning respect and building trust as a new face in the factory, Nicole shares how humility, curiosity, and grit have shaped her leadership journey. In this episode of Behind the SME, Nicole unpacks…

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Francesco De Carlo Returns For His US Tour! Talks Politics in Italy & Adapting to America 1:06:43

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EPISODE 388. Francesco De Carlo Returns! The guys are back with our favorite comedian from the other side. Francesco discusses the importance of taking a joke, Italians leaving their comfort zone and the differences between us all. Tune in to hear stories from his travels through America, different parts of Italy and why Wednesday dinners are just …

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Malort Polaroid at Pepps! 51:04

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Welcome back y'all! come with us this week as we take it to the Marigny to Peps Pub to try Big Pete's Hot Dogs! Chi-town in NOLA? You gotta love it! Hang out with us as we give you the latest and greatest happenings in this beautiful city of New Orleans! Remember to support our pod by subscribing, liking a sharing with your friends! Cheers y'all! W…

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Post-Traumatic Growth - Dr. Melinda Moore 37:40

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Welcome to The Hope Debrief. In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Melinda Moore—a licensed clinical psychologist, researcher, and one of the nation’s leading experts in suicide bereavement and postvention. Dr. Moore has spent much of her career exploring how people move forward after traumatic loss, with a particular focus on posttraumatic growth—t…

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ep82 - DJI Mini 5 Pro | IBC Highlights: Pixboom Spark, Canon EOS C50, Nikon ZR, FUJIFILM GFX ETERNA 55, Viltrox AF Adapter & Much More 1:46:54

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Right after IBC, DJI unveiled a brand-new drone that we got to test in our studio. But that’s not all – IBC 2025 was packed with exciting announcements, and we’ve got plenty to talk about! In this episode, we go through the most important highlights, share what really caught our attention, and reveal the winners of our IBC Best of Show Awards. If y…

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Scaling a Boutique Consultancy | Anish Patel & Prof. Joe O'Mahoney 42:03

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Anish Patel takes us on a fascinating journey from his beginnings as a "physics geek" to building and selling a successful consultancy in this candid conversation about growth, leadership, and knowing when to exit. With refreshing honesty, Anish reveals how his scientific background created the perfect foundation for consulting work. "The scientifi…

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Gianpiero D'Alessandro on Art in Italy, Working with Justin Bieber and Pasta e Patane! 1:02:34

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EPISODE 387. This week, we have your favorite artist's favorite artist, Gianpiero D'Alessandro. Gianpiero is an Italian artist and designer who has taken his art across the world in a major way. He shares stories of growing up in Napoli, what it was like working with icons like Justin Bieber and Snoop Dogg. Of course, the guys battle over their fav…