Best Adam Decker Podcasts (2025)

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From Grape Nuts to Great Tunes: Adam Lee Decker Unplugged 44:16

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Description In this episode, we sit down with the talented Adam Lee Decker to explore his dynamic journey through the music industry. From his notable appearances on America's Got Talent and American Idol to his role as the official resident playoff singer for the Carolina Hurricanes, Adam shares his insights and experiences with warmth and humor. …

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Episode 197 - Disrupting the Portable Restroom Industry: Innovation, Leadership & Family Values with Grant & Erin Stahla 43:16

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Grant and Erin Stahler are the inspiring husband-and-wife co-founders of Stahler Services, a premium restroom and shower trailer rental company. Starting with a single trailer after college, they have disrupted a traditional industry by providing hospitality-level service and a product often described as a "hotel bathroom on wheels." Guided by thei…

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Special: Discussing George Washington's Farewell Address 1:24:23

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On this week's episode of Security Dilemma, John Gay conducts a full reading of George Washington's Farewell Address, which raised concerns that listeners may find resonate today about foreign influence of U.S. foreign policy, alliance entrapment, and more. The reading is followed by a discussion with co-host A.J. Manuzzi about whether Washington's…

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From Farm to Therapy with Kellie Syfan 37:04

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Summary In this episode of the Workspace Podcast, Grant Paxton interviews Kellie Syfan, founder of Clove Hitch Behavior. They discuss the unique approach of using outdoor therapy, particularly with children and teens, to facilitate behavioral change and emotional growth. Kellie shares insights on the importance of understanding behavior through int…

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Community and Commerce: A Conversation with Mike Ponsolle 25:09

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In this episode of the Workspace podcast, host Grant Paxton interviews realtor Mike Ponsolle, who shares his journey into real estate, his experiences in the Wake Forest community, and the impact of local growth on his business. Mike discusses the importance of networking, community engagement, and the recent rebranding of his real estate office to…

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The Twelve-Day War and Careers in OSINT with Decker Eveleth 56:11

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On this week's episode of Security Dilemma, A.J. Manuzzi and John Gay spoke with Decker Eveleth, an associate research analyst at the federally funded nonprofit research and analysis organization CNA. Decker specializes in open-source analysis of foreign nuclear postures, as well as ballistic and cruise missile forces in the Middle East and Asia. I…

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Dirtbag Cinema Episode 87: The Screenland Armour Story and a Return to Film in Kansas City with Adam Roberts 1:31:31

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Episode 56: Men, Women & Children 2:13:18

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We are back with our Season Ten theme of “For Your Consideration” looking at a film that didn’t seem to get much consideration at all Jason Reitman’s 2014 Dramedy “Men, Women & Children” that once again seems Adam stepping outside of his comfort zone to convey a parable to to the audience. Will Adam’s usual tactics work in an ensemble piece where a…

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A Veteran’s Journey from 9/11 to Restraint with John Byrnes 41:44

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On this week's episode of Security Dilemma, A.J. Manuzzi spoke with John Byrnes, the Strategic Director of Concerned Veterans for America to discuss how his experiences being at Ground Zero on 9/11 and serving in America's post-9/11 wars shifted his perspective on U.S. foreign policy to a belief in realism and restraint. Mr. Byrnes joined the Marin…

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Episode 3 - From Mortgages to Pickleball with Matt Fries 21:29

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In this episode of the Workspace podcast, host Grant interviews Matt Fries, a multifaceted entrepreneur involved in mortgages and real estate investments. Matt shares his journey from being an investor to becoming a loan officer and eventually starting his own mortgage company. He discusses the current state of the mortgage market, the impact of CO…

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Episode 2 - Wellness Wisdom with Rita Haddad 28:47

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Join us as we explore the world of holistic healing with insights into ancient wellness practices. Discover how food, herbal tinctures, and essential oils can transform your health journey, and learn about the power of healing beyond traditional medicine.By Grant Paxton, Donna Klein

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The Middle East, Silicon Valley, and the Revolving Door with Jonathan Guyer 1:07:07

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On this week's episode of Security Dilemma, A.J. Manuzzi and John Gay spoke with Jonathan Guyer of the Institute for Global Affairs at Eurasia Group. Jonathan is the Program Director of IGA's flagship Independent America program, which is focused on interrogating the conventional wisdom of US foreign policy and informing the public about America’s …

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The Global Nuclear Supply Chain and Energy Security with Ted Jones 43:43

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On this week's episode of Security Dilemma, John Allen Gay and A.J. Manuzzi spoke with Ted Jones, the Senior Director for National Security and International Programs at the Nuclear Energy Institute. An expert on international energy markets and nuclear trade policy, he leads initiatives related to nuclear energy exports. In addition to his work on…

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Episode 1 – Surviving and Thriving with Wes Harper 25:44

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Episode 1 – Surviving and Thriving with Wes Harper In our very first episode of The Workspace Podcast, we sit down with Wes Harper—entrepreneur, outdoorsman, and survivalist best known for his appearances on Discovery Channel’s Naked and Afraid. Wes shares his journey from starting an IT company in Raleigh to testing his limits in some of the world…

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Why Democracies Fight Dictators with Madison Schramm 48:05

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On this week's episode of Security Dilemma, John Allen Gay and A.J. Manuzzi spoke with Madison Schramm about why liberal democracies often initiate wars against dictatorships.Dr. Schramm is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Political Science at the University of Toronto and a Nonresident Senior Fellow with the Stimson Center’s Reimagining…

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Episode 55: Click 2:00:49

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We are back with our season ten theme of “For Your Consideration…” looking at a Happy Madison film that was nominated for an Oscar 2006’s “Click” Granted that nomination was for “Best Achievement in Makeup” but it is still representative of what it feels like Sandler and Company were aiming for when they constructed this film Will this film that pr…

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Special: Discussing John Quincy Adams' "Monsters to Destroy" Speech 1:15:24

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On this week's episode of Security Dilemma, John Gay conducts a full reading of John Quincy Adams' July 4, 1821 "Monsters to Destroy" speech (which warned the United States against overreach abroad in the name of liberty), followed by a discussion with co-host A.J. Manuzzi about the enduring relevance of Adams' words for U.S. statecraft. You can re…

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What Would a Global Posture Review Look Like Under Restraint? with Dan Caldwell and Jennifer Kavanagh 58:54

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On this week's episode of Security Dilemma, John Allen Gay and A.J. Manuzzi spoke with Dan Caldwell and Jennifer Kavanagh about their recent Defense Priorities explainer on U.S. defense posture under a grand strategy of restraint. Dan Caldwell is a former senior adviser to the Secretary of Defense and worked on the Trump 2024 transition team. He is…

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Episode 196 - Preserving a Legacy, Planting New Seeds: The Hubbard Peanut Story with Marshall Rabil 54:27

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Marshall Rabil is the third-generation President and CEO of Hubbard Peanut Company, the country's oldest specialty peanut brand, famously known as "Hubs." Founded by his grandparents in 1954 in Sedley, Virginia, Hubs is a household name celebrated for its super extra-large Virginia peanuts. Before taking the helm, Marshall cultivated a global persp…

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Episode 54: Punch-Drunk Love 1:45:09

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The final season of The Adam Sandler Cinematic Universe continues it’s theme of “For Your Consideration…” with an examination of the first Adam Sandler film that made the film critics stand up and take notice of his true potential as an actor Paul Thomas Anderson’s “Punch-Drunk Love” Will this deconstruction of a his own filmmaking style that ultim…

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Regime Change and Spheres of influence with Lindsey O'Rourke 49:59

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On this week's episode of Security Dilemma, A.J. Manuzzi and Michelle Newby spoke with Dr. Lindsey O'Rourke, an Associate Professor of Political Science at Boston College and a Non-Resident Fellow at the Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft. She’s the author of Covert Regime Change: America’s Secret Cold War, which catalogues and analyses Co…

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Episode 195 - Disrupting the Green Narrative: Energy Lessons from Ronald Stein 46:44

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Ronald Stein is a professional engineer, energy literacy advocate, and the Pulitzer Prize-nominated co-author of Clean Energy Exploitations. With decades of experience designing and building refineries for major corporations like Bechtel and Fluor, Ron possesses a deep, nuanced understanding of the energy sector. Thirty years ago, he and his wife, …

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East Asia: Balancing or Bandwagoning? with Kyuri Park 1:00:32

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On this week's episode of Security Dilemma, A.J. Manuzzi and new guest co-host Michelle Newby, Programs Director at Defense Priorities and a 2024 JQAS Strategic Leaders Fellow, spoke with Kyuri Park. Dr. Park is a Postdoctoral Fellow with the Security and Foreign Policy Initiative at the Global Research Institute and a faculty affiliate of the Publ…

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Israel-Iran War Update and the Politics of War with Iran with John Gay 36:02

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On this off-cycle episode of Security Dilemma, John Gay sat down with A.J. Manuzzi to discuss Iran's 6/20 missile attacks on Israel, why deeper U.S. involvement could lead to mission creep and shifting goals, and congressional efforts to block unauthorized U.S. entry into the war.

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Episode 194 - Bagels, Bloodlines, and Business: Western Bagel’s Legacy with Jeff Ustin 44:47

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Jeff Ustin is the Vice President of Western Bagel, the first bagel shop in Los Angeles. He helps carry on his great-grandfather’s 75-year legacy while leading the brand’s national and international expansion. Under his leadership, Western Bagel has become a West Coast staple, blending New York tradition with LA innovation. Carrying on a rich 75-yea…

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(Almost) Golfing with Dennis Quaid, Kissing Ed Sheeran & Pitching Scripts | Brent Morin 1:05:59

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Brent Morin sits at the Mustache Tales chair to share some of the most incredible stories from show business. From the time he wasn't invited to play golf with the one and only Dennis Quaid, working as a PA with Conan O'Brien, or when he became friends with Ed Sheeran after the two shared a kiss on live TV, Brent lived through the many faces of TV …

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Sarah Streyder on Why Restraint Matters for Military Families 45:32

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On this week's episode of Security Dilemma, John Allen Gay and A.J. Manuzzi spoke with Sarah Streyder, the Executive Director of the Secure Families Initiative, a national organization that mobilizes military families to advocate for a less militarized foreign policy. Sarah is the spouse of an active-duty service member in the Space Force and was n…

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Iran War Expert John Gay on What's Next After Israeli Strikes 23:49

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On this impromptu episode of Security Dilemma, the Society's Executive Director John Gay sat down with SD cohost A.J. Manuzzi to discuss Israel's June 12 strikes on Iranian nuclear and regime targets, and several potential decisions the Iranians could make to retaliate, as well as what it all means for U.S. policy.…

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Episode 53: Going Overboard 1:42:56

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Under the theme of “For Your Consideration...” We kick off our final season of The Adam Sandler Cinematic Universe by going back to where it all began 1989’s “Going Overboard” aka “Babes Ahoy!” Will this little film that could that Sandler himself refuses to acknowledge as his first starring role, find its way onto the star charts of our shared cin…

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Khurram Dastgir Khan on Conflict in South Asia and US-Pakistan Relations 57:24

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On this week's episode of Security Dilemma, John Allen Gay and A.J. Manuzzi spoke with Khurram Dastgir Khan. Mr. Khan is a former member of Pakistan's cabinet, having led the ministries of Energy, Foreign Affairs, Defence, and Commerce since 2014. He served as a member of the National Assembly of Pakistan between 2008 and 2023. Our conversation cov…

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Counting Crows' New Album, Playing SNL, and Rockstar Life | Adam Duritz 1:10:16

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Reigniting the Mustache Tales Podcast, legendary musician Adam Duritz, from the Counting Crows, stops by just before his new tour to discuss the songs from the new album: 'Butter Miracle, The Complete Sweets!' Adam remembers the countless parties at his house (that he never attended), how that inspired a movie he did with Broken Lizard, how hard it…

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Michael Brenes on Great Power Rivalry's Threat to Peace and Democracy 52:00

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On this week's episode of Security Dilemma, John Allen Gay and A.J. Manuzzi spoke with Michael Brenes. Dr. Brenes is Co-Director of the Brady-Johnson Program in Grand Strategy and Lecturer in History at Yale University. His research interests include United States foreign policy, political history, and political economy. He is the author of For Mig…

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ProCo 272: Don't Spend the Night in Beast City - Beast Games 1:01:25

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*stumbles out of a cave squinting into the light of day* How long has it been? What year is it?? The new Pope is from Chicago?!?! Wow, we sure have a lot to catch up on, but lets start with the most important thing. Game shows have somehow found yet another way to confuse and dissapoint us. Just when we think we have seen it all, Mr. Beast - the mo…

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Candace Rondeaux on the Wagner Group 49:31

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On this week's episode of Security Dilemma, John Allen Gay and A.J. Manuzzi spoke with Candace Rondeaux, the author of Putin’s Sledgehammer: The Wagner Group and Russia’s Collapse into Mercenary Chaos. She serves as the Senior Director for the Future Frontlines and Planetary Politics programs at New America, and is a professor of practice at Arizon…

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Episode 52: Dirty Work / Shakes the Clown 3:35:05

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In our final installment of Season Nine’s “Grains of Sandler” theme we eat the pig and then we beat up some mimes as we examine Adam’s small roles in “Dirty Work” and “Shakes the Clown” Will the neutered PG-13 comedy that Norm MacDonald’s first starring role became leave enough room for the film to find a place in our star charts? Does the fact tha…

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Daniel McCarthy on Liberalism and Empire 58:18

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This week on Security Dilemma, John Allen Gay and A.J. Manuzzi spoke with Daniel McCarthy, Editor-in-Chief of Modern Age. Mr. McCarthy is a leading light in the conservative movement for a more restrained U.S. foreign policy. He is a regular contributor to The Spectator, and the former editor of The American Conservative, the magazine founded by co…

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Curt Mills on Trump's Foreign Policy 100 Days In 46:58

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This week on Security Dilemma, John Allen Gay and A.J. Manuzzi spoke with Curt Mills, the Executive Director of The American Conservative, where he previously served as senior reporter and contributing editor. He specializes in foreign policy and campaign coverage. Our conversation touched on some of the Trump Administration's seminal initiatives, …

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Episode 193 - Passing the Shovel: A Smooth Father-to-Son Transition in a Booming Landscape Business with Adam Frederico 51:02

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Adam Frederico grew up in Utah, surrounded by entrepreneurial family members, including his father, Russell Frederico, the founder of what is now Frederico Outdoor Living. A BYU graduate from the Marriott School, Adam spent 8 years in Chicago working in corporate America, startups, and consulting. He later pursued an MBA from The University of Chic…

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John Vick on Africa and the Middle East 46:31

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This week on Security Dilemma, John Allen Gay and Michael Culp spoke with John Vick, the Executive Director of Concerned Veterans for America. John Vick enlisted in the Marine Corps in 2003, and deployed to al-Anbar, Iraq in 2005. He has also served in the Navy, mobilizing twice in support of Operation Inherent Resolve, and he continues to serve in…

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Episode 51: Top Five / Zookeeper 3:54:52

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Like sand through an hourglass the Grains of Sandler tumble as Season Nine continues with an examination of two films creatively helmed by friends of Adam Sandler: Chris Rock and Kevin James. Up first we examine Chris Rock’s two hander with Rosario Dawson that explored the pains of celebrity and the black experience fully admitting we will only eve…

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Sabreena Croteau on the Economic Drivers of Naval Force Structure 45:04

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On this week's episode of Security Dilemma, John Allen Gay and A.J. Manuzzi interviewed Sabreena Croteau. Sabreena is a Research Fellow at Defense Priorities and recently defended her dissertation to earn her doctorate in Political Science from the University of Chicago. Her dissertation, titled “Security the Seas: The Political Economy of Naval Fo…

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Aude Darnal on the Global South in the Trump Era 1:02:34

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On this week's episode of Security Dilemma, John Allen Gay and A.J. Manuzzi spoke with Aude Darnal, a Research Analyst and Project Manager at the Stimson Center, and the founder and leader of the Global South in the World Order Project — hosted by the Reimagining US Grand Strategy Program. Prior to joining Stimson, Aude served as an associate direc…

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Episode 192 - Rethinking Work: Install an Organizational Operating System with Joe Olwig and Shaun Lee 51:38

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Joe Olwig and Shaun Lee are the co-founders of 6 Levers – an organizational consulting firm known for their 6 Levers framework. They are also co-authors of the best-selling book, "At the Heart of Work: Rethinking what it takes to build organizational health with the 6 Levers Framework." Prior to co-founding 6 Levers, Joe served as the VP of Organiz…

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Episode 191 - From Dreamer to Entrepreneur: The Journey of Sam’s Caribbean with Andrew Morris 50:45

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Andrew Morris, the founder of Sam’s Caribbean Marketplace, a business that has become a cultural landmark since its humble beginnings in 1993. Andrew’s journey is a true testament to perseverance, innovation, and the power of dreaming big. In 1979, Andrew arrived in New York from Jamaica with just $50 and a vision for a better life. After building …

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Is a Career in Political Risk Right for You? 47:57

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Is a career in political risk right for you? On March 13, JQAS recorded a webinar about careers in the private geopolitical risk sector with several alumni of the Society. The panelists and co-hosts John Allen Gay and Julie Thompson-Gomez discussed what a typical day in the life for someone in the industry looks like, how prospective applicants can…

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Episode 190 - Marketing Lessons from The Wizard of Ads with Ryan Chute 39:22

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Ryan Chute is an award-winning creative strategist and the driving force behind Wizard of Ads. Specializing in helping small businesses transform into big brands, Ryan delivers divergent sales and marketing solutions that accelerate profitable growth without the typical friction. With a background in retail and automotive industries, Ryan has becom…

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Episode 50: The Hot Chick / The Animal 2:56:22

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We continue our Season Nine Grains of Sandler theme with two more Rob Schneider Movies: “The Hot Chick” and “The Animal.” Two films that Sejohn has assured Devon will be more worthy of his time than either of those that featured Deuce Bigalow Will these find their way into our Shared Cinematic Universe of Adam Sandler films? Has Devon truly discove…

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ProCo 271: OSHA's Eleven - Caesars Challenge 59:09

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We've been doing a lot of newer, shinier, well polished game shows lately. Now depending on who you ask, that could be a good thing or a bad thing. Sure, modern day streaming services offer a sort of quality guarantee with the programs they include - but only on YouTube will you be able to find a VHS quality recording of Ahmad Rashad and a Roman Ce…

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Spencer Ackerman on the Global War on Terror and Biden's Legacy 58:54

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On this week's episode of Security Dilemma, John Allen Gay and A.J. Manuzzi interview Spencer Ackerman, a Pulitzer Prize and National Magazine Award-winning reporter, who has covered the War on Terror and U.S. foreign policy for The New Republic, Wired, The Guardian, The Daily Beast, and Zeteo. He is also the author of Reign of Terror: How the 9/11…

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Episode 189 - Preparing For The Transfer of Ownership to the Rising Generation with Dan Frosh 46:03

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Dan Frosh is the director at the Merrill Center for Family Wealth. He works with enterprising families to navigate the complexities of wealth and family dynamics, aiming for multigenerational success. A trained attorney, Dan has previously served as a senior advisor at Cambridge Family Enterprise Group and writes and speaks internationally on famil…