Best WorldClass Podcasts (2025)

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It's my Burning Bush year and if you're not Streaming you're just Dreaming about being successful ~ 18:42

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... In the media and in the marketplace today. First of all let me tell you about my burning bush birthday and maybe you can figure out what it was and what it means. If you still can't figure it out let me know and I'll tell you the whole story personally because it's important for you too! But since everybody in America listens to the radio or wa…

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It's my Burning Bush year and if you're not Streaming you're just Dreaming about being successful ~ 18:42

1d ago18:42

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... In the media and in the marketplace today. First of all let me tell you about my burning bush birthday and maybe you can figure out what it was and what it means. If you still can't figure it out let me know and I'll tell you the whole story personally because it's important for you too! But since everybody in America listens to the radio or wa…

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Ep. 99: The Setting Trick podcast with Sartaj Hans 1:29:32

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To be successful today you have to know about ZONE BASED LIVING.. Here's a start to knowing about it 14:43

7d ago14:43

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The world is full of people right now trying to tell you that they have the secret to success. I'm not one of them. No matter how good an idea you might have to remember that nothing works all the time and there's something wrong with everything. But for your thought and consideration let me speakand seek to explain what I have learned about what I…

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To be successful today you have to know about ZONE BASED LIVING.. Here's a start to knowing about it 14:43

10d ago14:43

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The world is full of people right now trying to tell you that they have the secret to success. I'm not one of them. No matter how good an idea you might have to remember that nothing works all the time and there's something wrong with everything. But for your thought and consideration let me speakand seek to explain what I have learned about what I…

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If the Pope needs to do a Podcast maybe you do too! 11:17

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Well maybe the Pope doesn't have to after all he is the Pope. But maybe he wants to. But he is a missionary just as I was a missionary and still am, and that means that we will do any media in any way we can to reach people with good news and good ideas and tell good stories. That's where I learned to do radio, as a missionary radio guy broadcastin…

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If the Pope needs to do a Podcast maybe you do too! 11:17

15d ago11:17

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Well maybe the Pope doesn't have to after all he is the Pope. But maybe he wants to. But he is a missionary just as I was a missionary and still am, and that means that we will do any media in any way we can to reach people with good news and good ideas and tell good stories. That's where I learned to do radio, as a missionary radio guy broadcastin…

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Ep. 98: From Control Room to Card Table: Tracy Brines' Unique Journey in Bridge and Nuclear Power 1:10:50

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In this captivating episode, John McAllister welcomes Tracy Brines, whose extraordinary background spans naval service, nuclear power plant operations, and competitive bridge. Tracy reveals engaging stories from his Navy days, shares intense experiences from his time managing nuclear power plant control rooms, and discusses how these high-stakes ro…

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Ep. 97: From Hearts to Champion: John McAllister’s Personal Bridge Odyssey 18:35

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In a special solo episode, John McAllister shares his own personal journey into the world of bridge. John takes listeners from his first bridge game with Aunt Kathleen to major tournament wins, highlighting the mentors, friends, and unexpected encounters that shaped his bridge career. Listen in for heartfelt anecdotes, insights into learning bridge…

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I'm going to have a Burning Bush Summer It could change my life and maybe my world. What about you? 13:24

24d ago13:24

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Well it really is the summer season now here in North America. And I am going to start the summer by having a burning bush birthday and I'm gonna turn that into a burning bush summer. No I don't plan to burn anything down but this is a metaphor for a very powerful principle that could guide our life if we fully understood it and acted upon it. And …

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I'm going to have a Burning Bush Summer It could change my life and maybe my world. What about you? 13:24

24d ago13:24

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Well it really is the summer season now here in North America. And I am going to start the summer by having a burning bush birthday and I'm gonna turn that into a burning bush summer. No I don't plan to burn anything down but this is a metaphor for a very powerful principle that could guide our life if we fully understood it and acted upon it. And …

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Did Joe Biden commit the original sin? Did you?... Let's talk about some stuff like that! 14:26

25d ago14:26

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Two journalists have written a book that is making them millions of dollars called Original Sin... And they claim that former President Joe Biden was the sinner. What do you think about that and what is going on, and I would love to hear your opinion. But could it be that once again that everything we thought we knew might be wrong and should we co…

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Did Joe Biden commit the original sin? Did you?... Let's talk about some stuff like that! 14:26

25d ago14:26

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Two journalists have written a book that is making them millions of dollars called Original Sin... And they claim that former President Joe Biden was the sinner. What do you think about that and what is going on, and I would love to hear your opinion. But could it be that once again that everything we thought we knew might be wrong and should we co…

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Ep. 96: From Underdogs to USA-1: Inside Adam Grossack’s Epic Bridge Victory 59:31

28d ago59:31

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In this unforgettable episode, John McAllister sits down with Adam Grossack, fresh off his team's stunning victory in the US Open Trials. Adam shares candid stories from the tournament, detailing how his four-handed team navigated intense matches, strategic pairings, and unexpected twists to claim the prestigious USA-1 spot in the Bermuda Bowl. Div…

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He threw himself on the grenade for me . A story of transformations for Memorial Day ... But a special play for you today! 15:47

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I tell stories. That's what I do. And today I want to tell you some stories about Memorial Day, and being on the radio, and how old time towns celebrated Memorial Day many years ago. And then I want to tell you about my friend Brennan... He is the one that the title of the program is all about. So please take about 15 minutes to be inspired, and pe…

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He threw himself on the grenade for me . A story of transformations for Memorial Day ... But a special play for you today! 15:47

1M ago15:47

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I tell stories. That's what I do. And today I want to tell you some stories about Memorial Day, and being on the radio, and how old time towns celebrated Memorial Day many years ago. And then I want to tell you about my friend Brennan... He is the one that the title of the program is all about. So please take about 15 minutes to be inspired, and pe…

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Ep. 95: Cheating, Convictions, and Compassion: Inside the American Contract Bridge League’s Recorder's Office with Jeff Edelstein 1:12:43

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Ever feel like you have been cheated playing bridge online? Have you taken the time to report the pair by filing a player memo? Join John McAllister as he sits down with Jeff Edelstein, the ACBL recorder and a Grand Life Master, for a revealing conversation about the nuances of cheating detection, ethical prosecution, and the human stories behind b…

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Could it be that everything you've learned is wrong?... And maybe it's time to change a name! 13:36

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Here you go friends for a Monday evening. First of all I have a celebration day and it's always nice to be able to share a happy day. But I also have decided that because so many things are changing in my life that we all need to get used to not only changing things but also changing names. So I have a little 12 minute story that I think will be am…

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Could it be that everything you've learned is wrong?... And maybe it's time to change a name! 13:36

1M ago13:36

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Here you go friends for a Monday evening. First of all I have a celebration day and it's always nice to be able to share a happy day. But I also have decided that because so many things are changing in my life that we all need to get used to not only changing things but also changing names. So I have a little 12 minute story that I think will be am…

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Beyond the CMS - #26 - Agility CMS - Worldclass Canadian CMS 32:12

1M ago32:12

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In this episode of Beyond the CMS, host Chris sits down with Pardeep Koonar, Head of Partnerships at Agility CMS, a Canadian-born headless CMS platform that's been ahead of the curve for over 20 years. They unpack: -What headless and composable architecture really means (for marketers, not just developers) -The rise of AI-driven search, agentic UX,…

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Ep. 94: From Iceland to Delray: Svenni Eiriksson on Friendship, Risk, and Reinvention 1:29:14

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What happens when a car rental mishap, a spur-of-the-moment bridge partnership, and a life-changing move from Iceland to Florida collide? You get Svenni Eiriksson, a bridge player whose story is equal parts hilarious, heartfelt, and deeply human. John McAllister sits down with his former partner and friend to relive the many twists, laughs, and bre…

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Ep. 93: John’s Jumbled Auction |It’s Your Call!| 46:42

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May is the month where many young graduates have a quarter life crisis as they meet the marketplace! 7:17

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Right now there are a lot of crazies and crises going on in a lot of peoples lives, careers, and business. And this month it will get even more so as millions of young graduate who have their new diplomas and certificates and degrees and also a mountain load of debt have to meet marketplace. What kind of advice would you give them? I would like to …

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May is the month where many young graduates have a quarter life crisis as they meet the marketplace! 7:17

2M ago7:17

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Right now there are a lot of crazies and crises going on in a lot of peoples lives, careers, and business. And this month it will get even more so as millions of young graduate who have their new diplomas and certificates and degrees and also a mountain load of debt have to meet marketplace. What kind of advice would you give them? I would like to …

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Ep. 92: Lynn Castoldi – Winning with Joy, Scarves & Spades 32:20

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In this episode, John interviews Lynn Castoldi, fresh off two huge wins at the Spring NABC — the 10K Knockout Teams and the Women's Swiss Teams, the latter by a razor-thin margin of just 0.13 VPs. With her signature laugh, Lynn shares the stories behind her victories, her partnership with Ann Karin Fuglestad, and how she went from getting kicked ou…

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Beyond the CMS - #25 - Storyblok - Composable by Design 40:12

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In Episode 25 of Connect the Dots, Barry D'Arcy, VP of Partners at Storyblok, joins the show to explore how headless CMS and composable content architecture are reshaping the future of digital experiences. Barry dives into the benefits of a decoupled approach to content management, the growing role of AI in personalization, and how businesses can f…

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I want to introduce you to a new company that will help you have the power to live generously! 7:21

2M ago7:21

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Please give me seven minutes to introduce you to a remarkable idea and to a remarkable entrepreneur who through many years of entrepreneurial living and coaching others in the ways to financial success can now help you discover some of the secrets of true success and powerful living. And now I asked STOSH the robot to do a complementary comment sec…

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I want to introduce you to a new company that will help you have the power to live generously! 7:21

2M ago7:21

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Please give me seven minutes to introduce you to a remarkable idea and to a remarkable entrepreneur who through many years of entrepreneurial living and coaching others in the ways to financial success can now help you discover some of the secrets of true success and powerful living. And now I asked STOSH the robot to do a complementary comment sec…

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Could it be that there's more news on Netflix than on what's called The News! 16:57

2M ago16:57

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This is a bit of a reflection on the news, and maybe a bit of a radio rant... But not too mean or strong. When my wife decided that she wanted to subscribe to Netflix I was not that happy about it. But it's her deal, and it turned out to be a very good deal and I have to admit I've learned a lot just by watching many of the stories on Netflix... In…

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Could it be that there's more news on Netflix than on what's called The News! 16:57

2M ago16:57

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This is a bit of a reflection on the news, and maybe a bit of a radio rant... But not too mean or strong. When my wife decided that she wanted to subscribe to Netflix I was not that happy about it. But it's her deal, and it turned out to be a very good deal and I have to admit I've learned a lot just by watching many of the stories on Netflix... In…

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Ep. 91: Dennis Bilde – The Danish Ace 1:23:16

2M ago1:23:16

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In this episode, John sits down with Dennis Bilde, one of Denmark’s top bridge talents and a player with a reputation for being both formidable at the table and fun to be around. Dennis shares stories of missing flights, winning world championships, and his early card-playing days before discovering bridge. The conversation dives into partnership d…

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Ep. 90: Adrienne Carter: Shifting Your Mindset 1:33:07

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My guest today is Adrienne Carter. She claims to be an aspiring bridge player. I know her from working with her as a performance coach and mindset specialist. She has worked across industries with everyone from CEOs to poker players, and has seen a recent uptick in interested golf players following her appearance on the Chasing Scratch podcast. I r…

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Ep. 89 Stefan Scorchev: Getting IntoBridge 1:13:28

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My guest today is Stefan Scorchev, a bridge player, friend, and the creator of IntoBridge. For those who are unaware, IntoBridge is a free platform for online bridge games. In his childhood, Stefan learned the value of online bridge as he spent hours playing bridge every day, and found that playing bridge online encouraged him compete at in-person …

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"Stan what do we do now, the Pope's been shot!" ... A Story from long ago... 16:16

2M ago16:16

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With some life lessons about communication and the power of point of the moment radio and television in today's world. Right now there are hundreds of programs and broadcast features about the passing of Pope Francis. And we note that and comment on some of the life lessons for the man who died the day after Easter. Probably just as he wanted. Howe…

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"Stan what do we do now, the Pope's been shot!" ... A Story from long ago... 16:16

2M ago16:16

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With some life lessons about communication and the power of point of the moment radio and television in today's world. Right now there are hundreds of programs and broadcast features about the passing of Pope Francis. And we note that and comment on some of the life lessons for the man who died the day after Easter. Probably just as he wanted. Howe…

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Ep 88: Ami Zamir – From Fishbein Glory to Fatherhood 1:29:17

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In this episode of The Setting Trick, John welcomes his friend and bridge phenom Ami Zamir—one half of the ACBL’s top-ranked pair of 2023. From winning major events to missing the final session of a national championship for the birth of his daughter, Ami shares the highs, the heart, and the hustle of life as a rising star in the world of competiti…

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On this Good Friday may I share with you some of the wisdom(?} of Pontius Pilate? 18:33

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This whole day is full of life and business lessons about the state of our world not only 2000 some years ago but right now. Whether you are a believer or not, the lessons about group psychology, leadership, and how we live our lives with our hopes and fears and what we do when faced with difficult decisions, all come to bear and the stories and tr…

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On this Good Friday may I share with you some of the wisdom(?} of Pontius Pilate? 18:33

2M ago18:33

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This whole day is full of life and business lessons about the state of our world not only 2000 some years ago but right now. Whether you are a believer or not, the lessons about group psychology, leadership, and how we live our lives with our hopes and fears and what we do when faced with difficult decisions, all come to bear and the stories and tr…

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Connect the Dots #24 - Travel Tech (Founder Insights) - Tripian Feat. Jeff Kischuk 31:57

2M ago31:57

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In Episode 24 of Connect the Dots, Jeff Kischuk, CEO of Tripian, joins the show to discuss the intersection of technology and travel. Jeff shares the origin story of Tripian, a platform that uses AI and data to create personalized travel itineraries. He explores how Tripian is transforming travel experiences by offering tailored recommendations bas…

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Did a Jew finding Jesus teach us a great lesson about life and business? 14:40

2M ago14:40

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Well that was not necessarily meant to catch your attention but I hope it did. We're not trying to be funny or put anybody off it's just that it is a significant and true story. There is a famous Jewish performer who had a period in his life in which he was an admirer of Jesus. Like any performer what you admire may influence your life and your bus…

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Did a Jew finding Jesus teach us a great lesson about life and business? 14:40

2M ago14:40

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Well that was not necessarily meant to catch your attention but I hope it did. We're not trying to be funny or put anybody off it's just that it is a significant and true story. There is a famous Jewish performer who had a period in his life in which he was an admirer of Jesus. Like any performer what you admire may influence your life and your bus…

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To live life well you might have to learn the lesson of the Birds and the Snakes 14:31

3M ago14:31

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No this is not meant to be Clickbait. It's actually a pretty profound lesson from a very profound teacher and character. In fact another wise teacher and character of modern times says it's probably one of the most important lessons to learn in life. Well then it's worth 15 minutes of your time to join me in a conversation, and I know you will have…

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To live life well you might have to learn the lesson of the Birds and the Snakes 14:31

3M ago14:31

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No this is not meant to be Clickbait. It's actually a pretty profound lesson from a very profound teacher and character. In fact another wise teacher and character of modern times says it's probably one of the most important lessons to learn in life. Well then it's worth 15 minutes of your time to join me in a conversation, and I know you will have…

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Could it be that the real purpose of money is to acquire wisdom! 12:58

3M ago12:58

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I can hear you right now. You are saying out loud or to yourself, what the heck does that mean. Money is money and it's how I make a living, how I get the things that I need to live, it's how I pay my bills, That's what the purpose of money is. What's this fluff stuff about wisdom? I fully understand that feeling because in some cases I have the sa…

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Could it be that the real purpose of money is to acquire wisdom! 12:58

3M ago12:58

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I can hear you right now. You are saying out loud or to yourself, what the heck does that mean. Money is money and it's how I make a living, how I get the things that I need to live, it's how I pay my bills, That's what the purpose of money is. What's this fluff stuff about wisdom? I fully understand that feeling because in some cases I have the sa…

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It's an old Brooklyn baseball story and about a bright new young colleague with the same name! 15:28

3M ago15:28

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This is really just for fun but it's a bit serious and we are introducing not only a fun story, but some new ideas that might be helpful and useful to a lot of young adults who are just beginning to enter the marketplace and trying to build a career. So let me as the old man in the story, tell my old baseball story and then about the wonderful frie…

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It's an old Brooklyn baseball story and about a bright new young colleague with the same name! 15:28

3M ago15:28

15:28

This is really just for fun but it's a bit serious and we are introducing not only a fun story, but some new ideas that might be helpful and useful to a lot of young adults who are just beginning to enter the marketplace and trying to build a career. So let me as the old man in the story, tell my old baseball story and then about the wonderful frie…

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Should my Jewish and Tesla owner friends start carrying a gun? 14:40

3M ago14:40

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Well I hope not but that might be a wise thing to consider. And I am sure that many others are doing just that. This is April 1 and I'm not fooling around about anything. I am discovering that we are going to be in for some real turbulence in life and business and perhaps we need to know how to handle things and take advantage of other things in th…

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Should my Jewish and Tesla owner friends start carrying a gun? 14:40

3M ago14:40

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Well I hope not but that might be a wise thing to consider. And I am sure that many others are doing just that. This is April 1 and I'm not fooling around about anything. I am discovering that we are going to be in for some real turbulence in life and business and perhaps we need to know how to handle things and take advantage of other things in th…

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How to make sure that you are unbreakable in a world full of AI robots! 15:14

3M ago15:14

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Every day the insecurity grows for every person in terms of their life and business as a result of the changes that are taking place both in the mass marketing media and in the way the creative work can be done using the curative power of the AI robots and their platforms that are now growing by leaps and bounds. They are going to break a a lot of …